Onkyo Comprehensive Guide to Audyssey Setup and Surround Sound Settings for TX-SR508
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■Input Ch(Mono)

`L+R:

Both the left and right channels are output.

`Left:

Only the left channel is output.

`Right:

Only the right channel is output.

Dolby Settings

PLIIx Music (2ch Input)

These settings apply to only 2-channel stereo sources.

If you’re not using any surround back speakers, these set- tings apply to Dolby Pro Logic II, not Dolby Pro Logic IIx.

■Panorama

`On:

Panorama function on.

`Off:

Panorama function off.

With this setting, you can broaden the width of the front stereo image when using the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode.

■Dimension

`–3to 0 to +3

With this setting, you can move the sound field forward or backward when using the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. Higher settings move the sound field backward. Lower settings move it forward.

If the stereo image feels too wide, or there’s too much surround sound, move the sound field forward to improve the balance. Conversely, if the stereo image feels like it’s in mono, or there’s not enough surround sound, move it backward.

■Center Width

`0 to 3 to 7

With this setting, you can adjust the width of the sound from the center speaker when using the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. Normally, if you’re using a center speaker, the center channel sound is out- put by only the center speaker. (If you’re not using a center speaker, the center channel sound will be distrib- uted to the front left and right speakers to create a phan- tom center). This setting controls the front left, right, and center mix, allowing you to adjust the weight of the center channel sound.

PLIIz Height Gain

The Height Gain Control in Dolby Pro Logic IIz enables the listener to select how much gain is applied to the front high speakers. There are three settings, “Low”, “Mid” and “High”, and the front high speakers are accentuated in that order. While “Mid” is the default listening setting, the lis- tener may adjust the Height Gain Control to their personal preference.

En

■Height Gain

`Low:

Low PLIIz Height Gain becomes active.

`Mid:

Medium PLIIz Height Gain becomes active.

`High:

High PLIIz Height Gain becomes active.

Note

•If the “Front High” setting is set to “None” (➔ 36), or “Front High/Zone2” setting is set to “Zone2” (➔ 40), this setting is fixed at “Mid” and does not appear.

Dolby EX

This setting determines how Dolby EX encoded signals are handled. This setting is unavailable if no surround back speakers are connected. This setting is effective with Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby TrueHD only.

■Dolby EX

`Auto:

If the source signal contains a Dolby EX flag, the Dolby EX listening mode is used.

`Manual:

You can select any available listening mode.

Note

•If the “SurrBack” Setting is set to “None” (➔ 36), this setting cannot be selected.

•If the “Front High” setting is set to other than “None”, this set- ting is fixed at “Manual” (➔ 36).

•If the “Front High/Zone2” setting is set to “Zone2” (➔ 40), this setting is fixed at “Manual” and does not appear.

DTS Setting

Neo:6 Music

■Center Image

`0 to 2 to 5

The DTS Neo:6 Music listening mode creates 6-channel surround sound from 2-channel stereo sources. With this setting, you can specify by how much the front left and right channel output is attenuated in order to create the center channel.

Setting a value “0” in the middle is set to hear a sound. Sound is spread in left and right (the outside) so that the set value is made big. Please adjust by liking.

Audyssey Settings

The tone for each speaker is set automatically by Audyssey 2EQ® Room Correction and Speaker Setup function. Be sure to select on after having performed the Room Correction and Speaker Setup (➔ 23).

■Audyssey

`Off:

No Audyssey EQ equalizing will apply.

`On:

“Dynamic EQ” and “Dynamic Volume” become

available.

The Audyssey indicator will light (➔ 8).

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Contents TX-SR508 Board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm Always consider the environmental issues and follow10 cm 4 at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or Away from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-likePrecautions Installing the Batteries Supplied AccessoriesUsing the Remote Controller Aiming the Remote ControllerContents Processing FeaturesAmplifier MiscellaneousFront & Rear Panels Front PanelDisplay Power cordUREMOTE Control jack Rear PanelReturn button Remote ControllerControlling the AV Receiver Controlling the tunerAbout Home Theater Enjoying Home TheaterSpeaker Configuration Connecting the AV ReceiverConnecting Your Speakers Speaker Connection PrecautionsInsulation from the ends Connecting the Speaker CablesScrew-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2 to 5/8 12 to 15 mm Connecting a Powered Subwoofer Bi-amping the Front SpeakersAV Cables and Jacks About AV ConnectionsConnected image with AV components Hdmi cableAudio return channel ARC function Connecting Components with HdmiJack Signal Components Jack Signal Components Assignable Connecting External ComponentsHow to record the video System On/Auto Power On Using the AUX Input jacks on the front panelConnecting Onkyo uComponents Remote ControlAssembling the AM loop antenna Connecting AntennaNorth American models European and Asian models Which Connections Should I Use? On-screen setup menus are displayed whenDepends on the Audio TV OUT setting Video Connection FormatsTurning Off Turning On/Off the AV ReceiverTurning On Basic Operations Using the Music OptimizerSetting the Display Brightness Playing the Connected ComponentMuting the AV Receiver Using the Sleep TimerUsing Headphones Changing the Input DisplayAudyssey 2EQ Room Correction Speaker Setup Using Audyssey 2EQUsing a Powered Subwoofer Error MessagesChanging the Speaker Settings Manually Listening to the Radio Using the TunerTuning into Radio Stations Listening to the RadioPresetting FM/AM Stations Using RDS excluding North American modelsRDS program types PTY Finding Stations by Type PTYListening to Traffic News TP Recording Separate AV Sources Connecting a Recording ComponentRecording AV RecordingSelecting Listening Modes Using the Listening ModesListening Mode Buttons Input Source About Listening ModesExplanatory Notes Speaker LayoutListening Modes DTS Express Resolution AudioDTS-HD Master DSD *7Onkyo-Original DSP Listening Modes Common Procedures in Setup Menu Advanced SetupOn-screen Setup Menus Digital Audio Digital Audio Input Hdmi InputComponent Component Video Input SubwooferSurrBack Ch Sp Config Speaker ConfigurationFront Crossover Crossover FrequencySp Distance Speaker Distance Audio AdjustMultiplex/Mono Settings Audyssey Settings Dolby SettingsDTS Setting Reference Level Dynamic VolumeDynamic EQ Name Edit Theater-Dimensional SettingSpeaker Settings HardwareFM/AM Frequency Setup Settings Hdmi SetupRemote Control Settings Sirius Settings North American modelsAudio Return Ch ARC Power ControlHdmi Control Rihd TV ControlSpeaker Levels Using the Audio SettingsTone Control Settings Late Night FunctionSync CinemaFILTERAudio Selector Bass Treble Digital Input Signal FormatsAdjusting the Bass & Treble Connecting Your Zone 2 Speakers to an Amp in Zone Connecting ZoneConnecting Your Zone 2 Speakers Directly to the AV receiver ZoneFront High or ZONE2 L/R speaker ter Setting the Powered Zone Using ZoneControlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver Operating with the remote controller Controlling Zone 2 with the Remote ControllerAdjusting the Volume for Zone Muting ZonesModels sold are different depending on the region Connecting an Onkyo DockControlling iPod Onkyo Dock CableUsing the Onkyo Dock UP-A1 DockWithout the RI Control Controlling Your iPodRI Dock With the RI ControlAvailable buttons Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via u Preprogrammed Remote Control CodesEntering Remote Control Codes Controlling Other ComponentsYou can reset the remote controller to its default settings Resetting Remote Mode ButtonsResetting the Remote Controller Controlling Other ComponentsNumber +10 Cassettetape deckTV VOL q/w CH + Disc +Can’t turn on the AV receiver TroubleshootingStandby indicator flashes red There’s no sound, or it’s very quietAbout DTS signals There’s no sound with a certain signal formatVolume cannot be set to Can’t select the Pure Audio listening modeThere’s no picture from a source connected to an Hdmi Remote controller doesn’t workAV receiver’s remote controller doesn’t control your iPod On-screen menus don’t appearDisplay doesn’t work Sound changes when I connect my headphonesCan’t record How do I change the language of a multiplex sourceVideo Section SpecificationsAmplifier Section Tuner SectionAbout Copyright Protection About HdmiSupported Audio Formats Operations that can be performed with p connection Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or RecorderAbout p-compatible components Confirm the settings How to connect and setupConfirm the connecting and setting Operate with the remote controllerOnkyo Europe Electronics GmbH Onkyo Europe Electronics GmbH UK Branch

TX-SR508 specifications

The Onkyo TX-SR508 is a versatile home theater receiver designed for audiophiles looking to enhance their audio-visual experience. This model stands out in its class due to its combination of advanced features, high-quality build, and user-friendly operation.

One of the primary features of the TX-SR508 is its capability to decode multiple high-definition audio formats. Supporting Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, the receiver ensures that users enjoy a cinematic sound experience, delivering a clear and immersive audio performance. Additionally, it offers Dolby Pro Logic IIz, which enhances the surround sound experience by adding front height channels, enriching the overall soundstage.

The TX-SR508 is equipped with a powerful amplifier that provides 75 watts per channel across seven channels, ensuring that it can adequately drive a full home theater speaker setup. With impedance options of 4 to 16 ohms, it is versatile enough to work with a variety of speaker systems.

Connectivity is another strong suit of the Onkyo TX-SR508. It features multiple HDMI inputs, enabling users to connect various high-definition devices, such as Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. The HDMI 1.4a standard used in this receiver supports 3D video pass-through, making it future-proof for the current generation of home theater setups.

For those who still enjoy traditional sources, it includes analog audio inputs, as well as a phono input for connecting a turntable, catering to vinyl enthusiasts. The built-in AM/FM tuner and the capability to connect to an external internet radio enrich the listening options available to users.

Integrated technologies such as Audyssey 2EQ speaker calibration assist in optimizing sound for the room environment, providing a balanced audio experience regardless of the room's acoustics. The receiver also boasts an intuitive graphical user interface, making setup and navigation straightforward for users of all levels.

Overall, the Onkyo TX-SR508 combines cutting-edge audio technologies, extensive connectivity options, and practical features, making it a solid choice for anyone looking to build or upgrade their home theater system. Whether enjoying a movie, gaming, or listening to music, the TX-SR508 ensures an impressive performance, grounded in both quality and versatility.
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