Onkyo TX-L55 instruction manual Advanced Operation, Using the DVD Multichannel Input

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Advanced Operation—Continued

Using the DVD Multichannel Input

The DVD multichannel input is for connecting a compo- nent with individual 5.1-channel analog audio outputs, such as a DVD player or MPEG decoder.

See “DVD Multichannel Connection” on page 24 for hookup details.

This section explains how to select the DVD multi- channel input for playback.

1

Press the INPUT SELECTOR

[DVD] button.

DVD

 

The input source changes to DVD.

While the DVD multichannel input is selected, the Speaker Configuration settings on page 48 are ignored, and signals from the multichannel input are fed to the front left, front right, center, surround left, and surround right speakers and subwoofer regardless of those settings.

Adjusting the Volume of Individual Speakers for the Multichannel Input

While using the multichannel input, you can adjust the volume of individual speakers.

2

 

Press the REMOTE MODE [AMP]

AMP

button followed by the [SETUP]

 

 

TUNER

 

button.

 

 

 

 

The DVD multichannel input needs to

be selected in the setup menus.

3

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ]

 

buttons to select “4. Input Set,”

1

AMP

TUNER

CH SEL

Press the REMOTE MODE [AMP] button, and then use the [CH SEL] button to select each speaker.

Speakers are selected in the following order.

Front left Center Front right

Subwoofer

Surr left

 

Surr right

 

ENTER

ENTER

and then press [ENTER].

2

 

 

Use the [LEVEL–] and [LEVEL+]

LEVEL

 

LEVEL

buttons to adjust the volume.

-

 

+

The volume can be adjusted from –12

 

 

 

 

to +12 (–30 to +12 for the subwoofer).

Note:

4

 

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[

]

 

 

buttons to select “Audio,” and

 

ENTER

then use the Left and Right [

]/

[ ] buttons to select “Multi.”

5

Press the [SETUP] button.

 

 

The setup menu closes.

6

Start playback on your DVD

 

 

player.

Notes:

When the DVD multichannel input (Multi) is selected, the Multichannel Direct (MLT Direct) listening mode is selected.

You cannot select speakers that are set to No or Non on the Speaker Configuration menu (see page 48).

These settings are not the same as those in “Speaker Level Calibration (Test Tone)” on page 30.

These settings affect only the DVD multichannel input and have no effect on the other inputs.

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Contents TX-L55 Avis Important Safety InstructionsPrecautions PowerIf in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician Precautions Supplied AccessoriesMake sure you have the following accessories FCC Information for UserFeatures Table of Contents Before Using the TX-L55 Installing the BatteriesUsing the Remote Controller Front Panel Front & Rear PanelsFront & Rear Panels Display Rear Panel Front & Rear PanelsAMP/TUNER Mode Remote ControllerRemote Controller DVD ModeTo select DVD mode, press the Remote Mode DVD button On button SETUP/GUIDE buttonNumber buttons TOP Menu buttonTV Mode About Home Theater Enjoying Home TheaterSpeaker Configuration Connecting Speakers Connecting SpeakersConnecting the Front Speaker Cables Connecting the Other Speaker CablesConnecting Speakers Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna Connecting AntennaConnecting the Indoor FM Antenna Attach the FM antenna, as shown American ModelAs shown Using your fingernails or a small screw Connecting AntennaOhm coaxial cable Insert the central conductor 1, asBefore Making Any Connections Connecting AV ComponentsAV Cables & Sockets Optical Digital InputsConnecting Both Audio & Video Connecting AV ComponentsWhich Connections Should I Use? Video Connection FormatsConnecting Your TV or Projector Monitor OutAudio Connections Using Component Video Connecting Your DVD playerVideo Connections Your TV must also be connected via S-VideoYou can watch videos by connecting your VCR to the TX-L55 Connecting a VCR for PlaybackDVD Multichannel Connection VCRConnecting a D-VHS VCR for Playback Connecting a VCR for RecordingVHS VCR Set-top box satellite Cable, over-the-air, LD player, etc Connecting a CD, MiniDisc, DAT, or Cassette Recorder Connecting a CD PlayerTurntable without a Built-in Phono Preamp Connecting a TurntableTurntable with a Built-in Phono Preamp Turntable with an MC Moving Coil CartridgeConnecting an Onkyo DVD Player with Connecting the Power CordTurning On the TX-L55 Speaker Setup Basic SetupSpeaker Detection Speaker Level Calibration Test ToneBasic Setup Digital Audio Input SetupAssigning Inputs to Input Sources Component Video Input Setup Basic Operation Master Volume Input SelectorSelecting the Input Source Start playback on the source componentSetting the Display Brightness Basic OperationMuting the TX-L55 Using Headphones Using the Sleep TimerTuning with the Remote Controller Tuning on the TX-L55Listening to the Radio Selecting Preset Stations Presetting Radio StationsDisplaying Radio Information Deleting PresetsSelecting with the Remote Controller Using the Listening ModesSelecting Listening Modes Selecting on the TX-L55Use this mode with video games that feature stereo sound Using the Listening ModesAbout the Listening Modes Basic ModesListening Mode Indicators Onkyo Original DSP ModesDTS-ES Input Signal Formats & Listening Modes What to Do If You Can’t Select a Listening ModeAbout the Speakers necessary Column Use the Up and Down Buttons to select Surr Bk, Dolby Digital/DTS Setting Or 6.1-channel PlaybackAdjusting Speaker Levels Using the Late Night Function Dolby Digital onlyUsing the CinemaFILTER Advanced OperationAdvanced Operation Using the DVD Multichannel InputAnalog Input Signals Other Digital Input SignalsPCM Input Signals Displaying Source InformationRecording Recording from Separate AV SourcesRecording the Current Input Source Speaker Setup Advanced Advanced SetupCrossover Frequency Advanced SetupSpeaker Distance Input Source Audio Setup Setting the Audio Input FormatSetting the Digital Input Format Adjusting the Bass & Treble Audio Adjust FunctionsDTS Neo6 Music Mode & Audio Adjust Using the Other Audio Adjust FunctionsDimension PL II & PL IIx Music Modes & Audio AdjustPanrma Panorama Width Center WidthEntering Remote Control Codes Controlling Other ComponentsCodes for Onkyo DVD Players Controlling Other Components Remote Control CodesTX-L55En.book Page 57 Tuesday, June 1, 2004 902 AM Mode AMP button, press Press the same Remote ModePress the AMP mode button Press the TV buttonTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Can’t use an audio adjust function? Sound changes when I connect my head- phones?Can’t control other components? Can’t record?Amplifier Section SpecificationsVideo Section Tuner SectionOnkyo China Limited Onkyo U.S.A. Corporation

TX-L55 specifications

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