Onkyo TX-SA705 About the Listening Modes, Use this mode with any stereo movie e.g., TV, DVD, VHS

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About the Listening Modes

The AV receiver/AV amplifier’s listening modes can transform your listening room into a movie theater or concert hall, with high fidelity and stunning surround sound.

Pure Audio

In this mode, the display and video circuitry are turned off, minimizing possible noise sources for the ultimate in high-fidelity reproduction. (As the video circuitry is turned off, only video signals input through HDMI IN can be output.)

Direct

In this mode, audio from the input source is output directly with minimal processing, providing high-fidel- ity reproduction. All of the source’s audio channels are output as they are.

Stereo

Sound is output by the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.

Mono

Use this mode when watching an old movie with a mono soundtrack, or use it with the foreign language soundtracks recorded in the left and right channels of some movies. It can also be used with DVDs or other sources containing multiplexed audio, such as karaoke DVDs.

Dolby Pro Logic IIx

Dolby Pro Logic II

Dolby Pro Logic IIx expands any 2-channel source for 7.1-channel playback. It provides a very natural and seamless surround-sound experience that fully envelops the listener. As well as music and movies, video games can also benefit from the dramatic spatial effects and vivid imaging. If you’re not using any surround back speakers, Dolby Pro Logic II will be used instead of Dolby Pro Logic IIx.

Dolby PLIIx Movie

Use this mode with any stereo or Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) movie (e.g., TV, DVD, VHS).

Dolby PLIIx Music

Use this mode with any stereo or Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) music source (e.g., CD, radio, cassette, TV, VHS, DVD).

Dolby PLIIx Game

Use this mode with video games, especially those that bear the Dolby Pro Logic II logo.

Dolby Digital

Use this mode with DVDs that bear the Dolby Digital logo, and Dolby Digital TV broadcasts. This is the most common digital surround-sound format, and it’ll put you right in the middle of the action, just like being in a movie theater or concert hall.

5.1-channel source + Dolby EX

These modes expand 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1- channel playback. They’re especially suited to Dolby EX soundtracks that include a matrix-encoded surround back channel. The additional channel adds an extra dimension and provides an enveloping surround sound experience, perfect for rotating and fly-by sound effects.

Dolby Digital Plus

Developed for use with HDTV, including the new video disc formats Blu-ray and HD DVD, this is the latest mul- tichannel audio format from Dolby. It supports up to 7.1 channels with 48 kHz sampling rate.

Dolby TrueHD

Designed to take full advantage of the additional storage space offered by the new Blu-ray and HD DVD disc for- mats, this new Dolby format offers up to 7.1 discrete channels of digital audio with 48/96 kHz, up to 5.1-chan- nels with 192 kHz sampling rate.

For the signals supported by the AV receiver/AV ampli- fier, see page 69.

5.1-channel source + Dolby PLIIx Music

These modes use the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode to expand 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel play- back.

5.1-channel source + Dolby PLIIx Movie

These modes use the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode to expand 5.1-channel sources for 7.1-channel playback.

DTS

The DTS digital surround-sound format supports up to

5.1discrete channels and uses less compression for high- fidelity reproduction. Use it with DVDs and CDs that bear the DTS logo.

DTS 96/24

This mode is for use with DTS 96/24 sources. This is high-resolution DTS with a 96 kHz sampling rate and 24-bit resolution, providing superior fidelity. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS 96/24 logo.

DTS-ES Discrete

This mode is for use with DTS-ES Discrete soundtracks, which use a discrete surround back channel for true 6.1/ 7.1-channel playback. The seven totally separate audio channels provide better spatial imaging and 360-degree sound localization, perfect for sounds that pan across the surround channels. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS- ES logo, especially those with a DTS-ES Discrete soundtrack.

DTS-ES Matrix

This mode is for use with DTS-ES Matrix soundtracks, which use a matrix-encoded back-channel for 6.1/7.1- channel playback. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS- ES logo, especially those with a DTS-ES Matrix soundtrack.

DTS Neo:6

This mode expands any 2-channel source for 7.1-chan- nel playback. It uses seven full-bandwidth channels of matrix decoding for matrix-encoded material, providing a very natural and seamless surround sound experience that fully envelops the listener.

Neo:6 Cinema

Use this mode with any stereo movie (e.g., TV, DVD, VHS).

Neo:6 Music

Use this mode with any stereo music source (e.g., CD, radio, cassette, TV, VHS, DVD).

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Contents TX-SR705 Important Safety Instructions FCC Information for User PrecautionsPower For North American modelFor British models PrecautionsMake sure you have the following accessories Supplied AccessoriesConnections FeaturesAmplification ProcessingTable of Contents Front Panel Front & Rear PanelsFront & Rear Panels Display TX-SR705 other than North American model Rear PanelTX-SR705 North American model  XM antenna North American models only  Digital Optical in 1, 2 and OUT Digital Coaxial in 1, 2  Sirius antenna North American models onlyAC Outlet North American and European models only SUBWOOFER, Surr L/R, and Surr Back L/RAiming the Remote Controller Remote ControllerInstalling the Batteries RECEIVER/TAPE Mode Remote ControllerUsing the Remote Controller  on button Remote Mode buttonsTape mode  Standby buttonDVD Mode OPEN/CLOSE button CD/MD/CDR ModesDock Mode Enjoying Home Theater About Home TheaterAV Connection Color Coding Connecting the AV Receiver/AV AmplifierAbout AV Connections Optical Digital JacksConnecting Your Speakers Connecting the AV Receiver/AV AmplifierStrip about 5/8 15 mm Speaker Connection PrecautionsConnecting the Speaker Cables Read the following before connecting your speakersBi-amping Speaker Hookup Bi-amping the Front SpeakersAttach the FM antenna, as shown North American models Connecting Antenna TX-SR705 onlyConnecting the Indoor FM Antenna Connecting the AM Loop AntennaUsing a TV/FM Antenna Splitter Connecting an Outdoor FM AntennaConnecting an Outdoor AM Antenna Video Connection Formats Connecting Both Audio & VideoHdmi Monitor Setting Set to Yes Which Connections Should I Use?Audio Connection Formats Hdmi Monitor Setting Set to NoHint Connecting a TV or ProjectorVideo Connection Audio ConnectionConnecting a DVD Player Hooking Up the Multichannel DVD Input Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Playback Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Recording Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc Connecting a Game Console Camcorder, etc Connecting a Camcorder or Other DeviceAbout Copyright Protection Connecting Components with HdmiAbout Hdmi Supported Audio FormatsMaking Hdmi Connections Video SignalsAudio Signals Turntable MM with no Phono Preamp Built-in Connecting a CD Player or TurntableCD Player or Turntable MM with Built-in Phono Preamp Step Connecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder Connecting a Tuner TX-SA705 only Connecting a Power AmplifierIf you have an Onkyo DS-A1 RI Dock Connecting an RI DockIPod with video IPod without videoConnecting the Power Cord Connecting Onkyo ComponentsConnecting the RS232 Port Smooth Operation in a Few Easy Steps Turning On the AV Receiver/AV AmplifierTurning On and Standby Press the Receiver button fol- lowed by the Setup button First Time SetupUsing the Onscreen Setup Menus Menus for First Time SetupSpeaker Setup menu appears First Time SetupSpeaker Settings Press the Receiver button, followed by the Setup buttonMonitor Out menu appears Hdmi Monitor SetupSetup menu closes Input/Output Assign menu appearsHdmi Input menu appears Video Input SetupHdmi Input Setup 2 Use the video component connected to Compo Component Video SetupComponent Video Input menu appears 1 Use the video component connected to CompoTape o MD o CDR o Dock Changing the Input DisplayChanges in this order Digital Input Setup You must specify the TV system used in your area TV Format Setup Not North American modelsWhen you’ve finished, press the Setup button OSD Setup menu appearsUse the Left and Right AM Frequency Step Setup on some modelsHardware Setup menu appears Measurement Positions Automatic Speaker Setup Audyssey MultEQ XTUsing Audyssey MultEQ XT Next CancelPress Enter Speaker detect results appearMicrophone Disconnect the speaker setupButtons to select an option, Then press EnterAmbient noise is too high Error MessagesSpeaker Detect Error Writing ErrorReviewing the Results Changing the Speaker Settings ManuallyUsing a Powered Subwoofer Selecting the Input Source Select a listening mode and enjoySee Using the Listening Modes on Basic OperationsBasic Operations Using the Multichannel DVD InputAdjusting the Bass & Treble Multi CH indicator appears on the displayMuting the AV receiver/AV amplifier Setting the Display BrightnessUsing the Sleep Timer Using HeadphonesListening to the Radio Using the TunerTuning into Radio Stations Listening to the Radio TX-SR705 onlySelect the preset that you want to delete Presetting AM/FM StationsSelecting Presets Deleting PresetsRDS Program Types PTY Using RDS European models onlyWhat is RDS? Listening to Traffic News TP Displaying Radio Text RTFinding Stations by Type PTY Selecting on the AV receiver/AV amplifier Using the Listening ModesSelecting with the Remote Controller Selecting Listening ModesAnalog and PCM Sources Using the Listening ModesListening Modes Available for Each Source Format Sacd DSD, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Digital Plus SourcesDTS-ES TrueHD and DTS SourcesDTS-HD Sources About the Listening Modes Use this mode with any stereo movie e.g., TV, DVD, VHSDSD Onkyo Original DSP Modes Theater-DimensionalRecording Separate AV Sources RecordingAV Recording Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus Using the Re-EQ FunctionAdjusting Individual Speaker Levels Advanced OperationsAbout the Onscreen Setup Menus Advanced SetupButtons to select Subwoofer Advanced SetupSpeaker Setup Speaker SettingsIf no surround back speakers are con- nected, select None Low-Pass Filter for the LFE ChannelFrequency Use the Up and Down / buttons to select LPF of LFEDouble Bass Setup menu closesUse the Left and Right Buttons to specify the distance Repeat for all speakers Press the Setup buttonSpeaker Distance Because the test tone will be much louder Mally listen at volume settings below this, be carefulSpeaker Level Calibration Enter Equalizer SettingSpeaker THX Audio SetupButtons to select 2. Speaker Setup, and then press Enter Buttons to select anotherFt 0.3-1.2 m Select this if your Multichannel DVD Input SettingsButtons to select 7. Hardware Setup, and then press Enter Subwoofer Input SensitivityMultiplex/Mono Settings Audio Adjust FunctionsTone Control Settings LFE Level Settings PLIIx/Neo6 Music Mode SettingsDolby EX Input Signal Setting Theater-Dimensional Listening SettingAssigning Listening Modes to Input Sources Listening Mode Preset menu appearsSignal format selection menu appears Level can be set from -12 dB to +12 dB in 1 dB steps Source SetupSource Setup menu appears When you’re finished, press the Setup buttonPress Enter to view the TV picture, and use the Left Right / buttons to adjustDelay from 0 to 250 millisec A/V Sync menu appearsName Edit screen appears Name EditTo correct a character 123456789 This section explains the items on the Miscellaneous menu Volume Setup/OSD SetupVolume Setup Volume Setup menu appearsSee TV Format Setup not North American models on OSD SetupChanging the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier’s ID XvYCC Hdmi SetupHdmi Audio Out Lip SyncTV Control Power ControlControl Buttons to select 8. Lock Setup, and then press Enter Lock SetupDigital Input Signal Formats Off, try setting the format to PCMUse the number buttons to enter ID 1, 2, or Changing the Remote Controller’s IDRemote indicator flashes four times Remote indicator flashes twiceZone Connecting ZoneUsing a Receiver/Integrated Amp in Zone Using Only Speakers in Zone100 Setting the Powered ZoneControlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver/AV amplifier Using ZoneControlling Zone 2 with the Remote Controller 101To Mute Zone Adjusting the Volume for Zone102 103 Using a Multiroom Kit with ZoneUsing a Multiroom Kit with a Cabinet 104 Entering Remote Control CodesRemote indicator lights up Controlling Other Components105 Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected viaResetting Remote Mode Buttons Resetting the Remote Controller106 107 Learning CommandsRunning Macros Using Macros108 Making Macros109 Specifications110 Troubleshooting111 Troubleshooting112 113 114 Memo115 3 4 4 4 7 6 a

TX-SA705 specifications

The Onkyo TX-SA705 is a versatile AV receiver designed for audiophiles seeking an immersive home theater experience. Combining advanced technology with user-friendly features, this receiver is well-suited for both casual listeners and serious home theater enthusiasts.

One of the standout characteristics of the TX-SA705 is its impressive power output. Delivering 100 watts per channel across seven channels, it ensures that audio plays back with clarity and authority, providing enough power to fill large rooms with rich sound. The receiver supports a range of surround sound formats, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, allowing users to experience cinema-quality audio at home. These technologies create a three-dimensional sound environment, immersing listeners in the action.

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In summary, the Onkyo TX-SA705 combines powerful audio performance, modern connectivity options, and intelligent sound optimization features to create a receiver that meets the demands of contemporary home theater systems. Whether for movie nights or music playback, the TX-SA705 is a fantastic choice for an immersive entertainment experience.