Onkyo HT-SP904 Using the CinemaFILTER, Using the Late Night Function Dolby Digital only

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Using the Listening Modes—Continued

ENTER

SETUP

STANDBY/ONREMOTE MODE

 

 

RECEIVER

DVD

 

TAPE/AMP

 

INPUT SELECTOR

M D/CDR

1

2

3

CD

 

 

 

DOCK

VCR/DVR

CBL/SAT

 

 

4

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6

T V

AUX

MULTI CH

DVD

 

7

8

9

VCR

TAPE

TUNER

CD

CABLE

10

11

12

+10

0

CLR

SAT

D TUN

ENT

 

 

--/---

DIMMER

SLEEP

 

TV

VOL

CH

VOL

DISC

 

 

ALBUM

 

INPUT

 

 

 

GUIDE

 

PREVIOUS

TOP MENU

 

 

MENU

SP A / B

 

 

MUTING

ENTER

PLAYLIST/CATPLAYLIST/CAT

SETUP

RETURN

Using the CinemaFILTER

RECEIVER

With the CinemaFILTER, you can soften overly bright

movie soundtracks, which are typically mixed for repro-

 

 

duction in a movie theater.

 

CinemaFILTER can be used with the following listening

 

modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby PLII Movie, DTS, DTS

 

Neo:6 Cinema, and DTS 96/24.

 

 

 

 

 

1

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE

 

MODE button, and then press the

 

 

RECEIVER

 

 

 

[CINE FLTR] button repeatedly to

 

 

 

select:

On: CinemaFILTER on.

CINE FLTR

Off: CinemaFILTER off.

 

 

LISTENING MODE

 

 

STEREO

SURROUND

 

 

 

AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT

 

TEST TONE

CH SEL

LEVEL-

LEVEL+

 

 

PLAY MODE

 

 

CINE FLTR

DISPLAY

 

L NIGHT

CINE FLTR

 

VCR

DVD

HDD

 

 

 

 

 

L NIGHT

 

RC-681M

 

 

Using the Late Night Function (Dolby Digital only)

With the Late Night function, you can reduce the dynamic range of Dolby Digital material so that you can still hear quiet parts even when listening at low volume levels—ideal for watching movies late at night when you don’t want to disturb anyone.

Using the Audio Adjust Settings

The Audio Adjust settings only affect speaker set A.

1

 

Press the [RECEIVER] button fol-

 

 

 

RECEIVER

lowed by the [SETUP] button.

 

 

 

SETUP

2

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ]

 

buttons to select “Audio Adjust,”

and then press [ENTER].

1

RECEIVER

L NIGHT

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, and then press the [L NIGHT] button repeatedly to select:

Off: Late Night function off. Low: Small reduction in dynamic

range.

High: Big reduction in dynamic range.

3

Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ]

 

buttons to change the setting.

Press the Down [ ] button to select the next setting.

Repeat this step for the other settings.

Notes:

The effect of the Late Night function depends on the Dolby Digital material that you are playing, and with some material there will be little or no effect.

The Late Night function is set to Off when the AV receiver is set to Standby.

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Contents HT-SP904 Important Safety Instructions AvisFor models having a power cord with a polarized plug PrecautionsPower FCC Information for UserSpeaker Precautions Package ContentsPackage Contents Features Contents Hdmi Video SetupAutomatic Speaker Setup Digital Input Input DisplayGetting to Know the AV Receiver Front PanelGetting to Know the AV Receiver DisplayRear Panel Remote Controller Installing the BatteriesAiming the Remote Controller Remote Controller Using the Remote ControllerRECEIVER/TAPE Mode Buttons used when the Tuner input is selected Listening Mode buttonsRemote Mode buttons Buttons used when the Tape input is selectedDVD Mode DISC/ALBUM +/- button CD/MD/CDR/DOCK ModeTo select the input source, press Arrow / and Enter buttonsSpeakers Subwoofer SKW-750Enjoying Home Theater Connecting Your SpeakersUsing Rubber Spacers with the Speakers Front left and right speakers SKF-750FUsing the Speaker Terminal Tool Connecting Your SpeakersSpeaker Connection Precautions Connecting SpeakersWall Mounting Using the included rubber spacersCenter Speaker Base Mounting verticallyConnecting the Indoor FM Antenna Connecting AntennasConnecting the AM Loop Antenna Attach the FM antenna, as shownConnecting an Outdoor AM Antenna Connecting AntennasConnecting an Outdoor FM Antenna Using a TV/FM Antenna SplitterOptical Digital Jacks Connecting Your ComponentsAbout AV Connections AV Connection Color CodingWhich Connections Should I Use? Connecting Your ComponentsConnecting Audio and Video Signals to the AV Receiver Audio Connection FormatsConnecting a TV or Projector HintConnecting a DVD player Choose a video connection from a , B , and CDVD player Hooking Up the Multichannel DVD Input Turn on the AV receiver, and then assign the Hdmi in see Connecting Components with HdmiAssign the Hdmi TipVCR Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for PlaybackVCR or DVD recorder DVD recorderChoose a video connection from a and B Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for RecordingConnecting a Camcorder, Games Console, or Other Device Make the video connection a Make the audio connection aVideo source Satellite, cable, set-top box, etcConnecting a CD Player or Turntable CD Player or Turntable MM with Built-in Phono Preamp StepConnecting the DS-A1X RI Dock for the iPod If Your iPod Supports VideoIf Your iPod Doesn’t Support Video Connecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder Cassette recorder, CDR, etcCassette/CDR/MD/DAT recorder Auto Power On/Standby Connecting Onkyo ComponentsConnecting the Power Cord Remote ControlTurning On the AV Receiver Turning On and StandbySmooth Operation in a Few Easy Steps First Time Setup Automatic Speaker Setup Audyssey 2EQMeasurement Points First Time Setup Using Audyssey 2EQChanging the Speaker Settings Manually Error MessagesTo Retry the Automatic Speaker Setup Using a Powered SubwooferHdmi Video Setup Digital Audio Input Setup Changing the Input DisplaySelect a suitable listening mode and enjoy Playing Your AV ComponentsBasic AV Receiver Operation Using the Multichannel DVD Input Playing Your AV ComponentsDisplaying Source Information Tuning into AM/FM Radio Stations Listening to the RadioListening to AM/FM Stations Presetting AM/FM Stations Listening to the RadioAbout the RI Dock DS-A1X Package ContentsDS-A1X RI Dock for the iPod Compatible iPodsPutting Your iPod in the RI Dock Adjusting the iPod AdapterDS-A1X RI Dock for the iPod Function OverviewUsing Your iPod’s Alarm Clock Charging Your iPod’s BatteryCommon Functions Adjusting the Bass and TrebleSetting the Display Brightness Muting the AV ReceiverUsing Headphones Using the Sleep TimerAdjusting Speaker Levels Common FunctionsThis button selects the Stereo listening mode Using the Listening ModesSelecting with the Remote Controller Selecting Listening ModesDirect Using the Listening ModesAbout the Listening Modes StereoUse this mode when playing game discs Onkyo Original DSP ModesDTS Using the CinemaFILTER Using the Late Night Function Dolby Digital onlyUsing the Audio Adjust Settings DTS Neo6 Music Mode Setting Input Channel SettingsPlii Music Mode Settings Listening Angle SettingRecording Recording the Input SourceRecording Audio and Video from Separate Sources Advanced Setup Advanced Speaker SettingsSpeaker Configuration Advanced Setup Crossover FrequencyDouble Bass Speaker Distance Buttons to select Level Cal, and then press Enter Setup closesSpeaker Levels Pink noise test tone is output by the front left speakerEqualizer Settings Setup menu closesButtons to select Equalizer, Digital Input Signal Formats Correcting Sound and Picture SyncEntering Remote Control Codes Controlling Other ComponentsResetting the Remote Controller Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected viaResetting Remote Mode Buttons Controlling Other ComponentsCH + STANDBY/ON, TVTV VOL Operates the VCRTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Sound changes when I connect my head- phones Remote controller doesn’t workAV receiver’s remote controller doesn’t control your iPod Can’t control other componentsFunctions don’t work Specifications AV Receiver HT-R557RI Dock DS-A1X Specifications 1ch Home Theater Speaker Package HTP-650Onkyo Europe UK Office Onkyo U.S.A. 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HT-SP904 specifications

The Onkyo HT-SP904 is a sophisticated home theater system that combines sleek design with cutting-edge audio technology, providing a comprehensive solution for immersive entertainment experiences. This system is aimed at both home theater enthusiasts and casual viewers, delivering exceptional sound quality whether you're watching movies, playing games, or listening to music.

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