Onkyo TX-NR709 Listening Mode Description Input Speaker Source Layout, For 7.1-channel playback

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Listening Mode

Description

Input

Speaker

 

 

 

 

 

 

Source

Layout

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Dolby Pro Logic IIz Height + THX Cinema

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B

 

 

 

 

 

• Dolby Pro Logic IIz Height + THX Music

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• Dolby Pro Logic IIz Height + THX Games

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The combination of Dolby Pro Logic IIz Height and THX

 

 

 

 

 

 

G

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cinema/Music/Games modes can be used.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The PLIIz indicator lights on the display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Neo:6 Cinema + THX Cinema

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CN

 

 

 

 

 

• Neo:6 Music + THX Music

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Neo:6 + THX Cinema

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V

 

 

 

 

 

• Neo:6 + THX Music

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• Neo:6 + THX Games

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The combination of Neo:6 and THX Cinema/Music/Games modes can be

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

used. The Neo:6 indicator lights on the display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• THX Select2 Cinema

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T H X

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C i n e m a

 

 

 

This mode expands 5.1-channel sources for 7.1- channel playback. It does

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

this by analyzing the composition of the surround source, optimizing the

 

 

 

T H X

S 2

M u s i c

 

ambient and directional sounds to produce the surround back channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

output.

 

 

 

 

 

 

• THX Select2 Music

 

 

 

T H X

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G a m e s

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This mode is designed for use with music. It expands 5.1-channel sources

 

 

 

 

 

for 7.1-channel playback.

 

 

 

T H X

S u r r E X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• THX Select2 Games

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This mode is designed for use with video games. It can expand 5.1-channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• THX Surround EX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This mode expands 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1- channel playback. It’s

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

especially suited to Dolby Digital EX sources. THX Surround EX, also

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

known as Dolby Digital Surround EX, is a joint development between

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dolby Laboratories and THX Ltd.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Dolby Pro Logic II Game + THX Select2 Games

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V

 

 

 

 

 

The combination of Dolby Pro Logic II Game and THX Select2 Games

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

modes can be used. The PLII indicator lights on the display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note

Depending on the “Speaker Configuration” setting (page 47), the output can be switched between the front high, front wide or surround back speakers by pressing SP LAYOUT.

Pure Audio cannot be selected when Zone 2 is active.

Besides, if you activate Zone 2 while Pure Audio is selected, the listening mode will automatically switch to Direct. Based on the audio channel signal contained in the source, the corresponding speakers will output the sound.

If there are no surround back speakers, Dolby Pro Logic II is used.

For the Blu-ray Discs, Dolby Digital is used in a 3.1/5.1-channel speaker system.

AV receiver can input the DSD signal from HDMI IN. Setting the output setting on the player side to PCM might obtain a better sound according to the player. In that case, set the output setting on the player side to PCM.

If there are no surround back speakers, DTS is used.

• This listening mode can be selected only when all the following conditions are satisfied:

Center speaker is connected.

Either of front high or front wide speakers is connected.

Depending on the “Speaker Configuration” setting (page 47), the output can be switched between the front high or front wide speakers by pressing SP LAYOUT.

The listening modes cannot be selected with some source formats.

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Contents TX-NR709 Away from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-like Local regulations when disposing of batteries10 cm 4 at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or Board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cmPrecautions Aiming the remote controller Supplied AccessoriesMake sure you have the following accessories Installing the batteriesContents Processing FeaturesServices available may vary depending on the region AmplifierTHX Select2 Plus Front Panel Front & Rear PanelsFor detailed information, see the pages in parentheses DisplayRear Panel Front L/R, CENTER, Surr L/R, SB/FH/FW* L/R, SubwooferZone 2 Line OUT jacks Controlling the tuner Remote ControllerControlling the AV Receiver Dimmer button Display button Muting buttonScrew-type speaker terminals Connecting the AV ReceiverConnecting Your Speakers Connecting the Speaker CablesNumber Speakers Speaker ConfigurationSpeaker Connection Precautions Attaching the Speaker Cable LabelsTip Using Dipole SpeakersUsing a Powered Subwoofer Bi-amping the Front SpeakersConnecting a Power Amplifier Hdmi cable Connecting AV componentsAbout AV Connections AV Cables and JacksConnecting Components with Hdmi Audio Return Channel ARC functionJack Components Assignable E F G H Connecting Your ComponentsJack/Port Components Assignable How to record a video sourceRemote Control Connecting Onkyo uComponentsConnecting a Recording Component System On/Auto Power OnTaiwan models Connecting the AntennasConnecting the Power Cord Plug the power cord into an AC wall outletAV receiver comes on, the display lights Turning On/Off the AV ReceiverTurning On Turning OffPlaying the Connected Component Selecting the Language for the Onscreen Setup MenusControlling Contents of USB or Network Devices PlaybackUnderstanding Icons on the Display Playing an iPod/iPhone via USBEnter Listening to Internet Radio Playing a USB DeviceListening to Other Internet Radio Registering My Favorites*1Top menu of Internet Radio Remote Playback Windows Media Player 11 SetupWindows Media Player 12 Setup Playing Music Files on a ServerListening to AM/FM Radio Using Remote PlaybackUsing the Tuner Tuning into Radio StationsPresetting AM/FM Stations Using RDS excluding North American and Taiwan modelsMode Displaying Radio Text RT Finding Stations by Type PTYListening to Traffic News TP First measurement position Using Basic FunctionsUsing the Automatic Speaker Setup Measurement procedureUse q/wto select a target, and use e/rto change the setting When you’ve finished making the settings, pressAdjust the subwoofer volume level to 75 dB ` CancelChanging the Speaker Setup Manually Error MessagesSelecting Listening Modes Using the Listening ModesInput Source Following audio formats are supported by the listening modeAbout Listening Modes Explanatory NotesOnkyo-Original DSP Listening Modes Listening ModesZXC DSD*6 DTSListening Mode Description Input Speaker Source Layout Neo6 Audyssey DSX *8THX Sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback Listening Mode Description Input Speaker Source LayoutUsed. The Neo6 indicator lights on the display For 7.1-channel playbackUsing the Home Menu Using the Sleep TimerSetting the Display Brightness Selecting Speaker Layout Using HeadphonesDisplaying Source Information Changing the Input DisplayRecording Using Easy MacrosExplanatory Notes Advanced SetupOn-screen Setup Menus Common Procedures in Setup MenuHdmi OUT SUB Input/Output AssignMonitor Out SUBBD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, PC TV/CD, PHONO, Port Here are the default assignmentsHdmi Input Component Video InputAnalog Audio Input Speaker SetupSpeaker Settings Digital Audio InputFront Wide*1*2*4, Front High*1*2*4 Subwoofer PhaseFront Center*1, Surround*1, Surround Back*2*3*4Unit Wireless SubwooferSpeaker Distance Level CalibrationEqualizer Settings THX Audio SetupBGC Audio Adjust Multiplex/MonoDolby Theater-Dimensional Audyssey DSXLFE Level Audyssey Source SetupIntelliVolume SyncName Edit Picture Mode*1 Picture AdjustTo correct a character Wide Mode*1*2Audio Selector Charge Mode Listening Mode PresetMiscellaneous Hardware SetupVolume Setup OSD SetupHdmi ControlRIHD TunerAM/FM Frequency Step North American and Taiwan models AM Frequency Step European, Australian and Asian modelsLip Sync Auto StandbyAudio TV Out Audio Return ChannelFirmware Update NetworkDhcp Remote Controller Setup Lock SetupUsing the Audio Settings Audyssey Music Optimizer Late NightRe-EQ Making Zone 2 Connections Connecting Your Zone 2 Speakers Directly to the AV receiverConnecting the Zone Speakers to an Additional Amplifier ZoneAdjusting the Volume for Zone Operating on the remote controllerControlling Zone 2 Components Press ZONE2 followed by Muting Using a Multiroom Kit with ZoneUsing a Multiroom Kit with a Cabinet Muting ZoneUsing the Onkyo Dock IPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo DockUP-A1 Dock RI Dock Controlling Your iPod/iPhoneMode Available buttonsRepeat Random Display MenuControlling Other Components Preprogrammed Remote Control CodesLooking up for Remote Control Code Entering Remote Control CodesControlling Other Components Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via uResetting Remote Mode Buttons Resetting the Remote ControllerGuide TOP Menu Enter Setup Search Repeat Random ModeVCR/PVR 8SOURCE*1 InputRemote Learning CommandsDeleting Acquired Commands Following buttons cannot learn new commandsDeleting Macros Using Normal MacrosMaking Macros Running MacrosTroubleshooting PowerAudio About DTS signals There’s no sound with a certain signal formatCan’t select the Pure Audio listening mode Speaker volume cannot be set as requiredRemote Controller VideoTuner Music Server and Internet Radio UP-A1 Dock for iPod/iPhoneRecording ZoneOthers USB Device PlaybackComponent Video Monitor OUT Important Note Regarding Video PlaybackBefore you start Firmware UpdateUpdate procedure Updating the Firmware via NetworkUpdating the Firmware via USB TroubleshootingErrors during an update via network Error Code DescriptionOnkyo Sound & Vision Corporation Errors during an update via USBVideo Connection Formats Connection Tips and Video Signal PathOUT Audio Connection Formats1080p 1080i 720p 480p/576p 480i/576i Video Resolution ChartOutput 4K *2 1080p/24 1080i 720p 480p/576p 480i/576iUsing an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder About p-compatible componentsOperations that can be performed with Connection Operate with the remote controller How to connect and setupConfirm the connecting and setting Confirm the settingsAbout Hdmi Supported Audio FormatsAbout Copyright Protection Network/USB Features Connecting to the NetworkNetwork Requirements Remote playback Server RequirementsUSB Device Requirements Server playbackAbout Dlna Supported Audio File FormatsGeneral SpecificationsAmplifier Section Tuner Section Video SectionOthers Audio OutputsMemo Memo 4 0 0 6 9
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