Onkyo TX-SR504/B, TX-SR504E, TX-SR8450 instruction manual About the Listening Modes, Dts

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About the Listening Modes

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

The illustration shows which speakers are active in each listening mode with 7.1 channel speaker sys- tem.

Front left

Center

Front right

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Subwoofer

Surround left

Surround

Surround right

 

back left/ right

 

Pure Audio (not North American models)

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, no video signals are output in this mode.)

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.

PLIIx Movie

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

PLIIx Music

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

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.

Dolby Digital EX

DTS+Dolby EX

These modes expand 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS sources for 6.1/7.1-chan- nel playback. They’re especially suited to Dolby Digital EX soundtracks that include

a matrix-encoded surround back channel. The additional channel adds an extra dimension and provides an envel- oping surround sound experience, perfect for rotating and fly-by sound effects. Use them with DVDs that bear the Dolby Digital or DTS logo.

Dolby Digital+PLIIx Music

DTS+PLIIx Music

These modes use the Pro Logic IIx Music mode to expand 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS sources for 6.1/7.1-channel play- back. Use them with Dolby Digital or

DTS 5.1 music sources (e.g., DVD and Dolby Digital TV broadcasts).

Dolby Digital+PLIIx Movie

DTS+PLIIx Movie

These modes use the Pro Logic IIx Movie mode to expand 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS sources for 7.1-channel play- back. Use them with Dolby Digital and

DTS 5.1 movies (e.g., DVD and select digital TV broad- casts).

DTS

The DTS digital surround-sound format supports up to 5.1 discrete channels and uses less com- pression 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 spa- tial 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.

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Contents TX-SR504 TX-SR504E TX-SR8450 Important Safety Instructions AvisHandling Notes PrecautionsPower FCC Information for UserMake sure you have the following accessories Supplied AccessoriesPrecautions Speaker cable labelsFeatures Speaker Set a Main Room Enjoying Home TheaterSpeaker Sets a and B Speaker Set B Sub RoomContents Getting to Know the AV Receiver Front PanelGetting to Know the AV Receiver DisplayRear Panel Aiming the Remote Controller Remote ControllerInstalling the Batteries RECEIVER/TAPE Mode Remote ControllerUsing the Remote Controller 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/HDD ModeTo select the input source, press Arrow / and Enter buttonsRead the following before connecting your speakers Connecting Your SpeakersSpeaker Connection Precautions Speaker ConfigurationConnecting a Powered Subwoofer Connecting Your SpeakersConnecting Speaker Set a Connecting Speaker Set BConnecting the AM Loop Antenna Connecting AntennasConnecting the Indoor FM Antenna Attach the FM antenna, as shown American ModelConnecting 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 Video Connection FormatsAudio Connection Connecting a TV or ProjectorVideo Connection HintConnecting a DVD player Hooking Up the Multichannel DVD Input DVD recorder Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for PlaybackVCR Make the video connection a Make the audio connection a Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for RecordingConnecting a Camcorder, Games Console, or Other Device Camcorder or consoleSatellite, cable, set-top box, etc CD in L/R Connecting a CD Player or TurntableCD Player or Turntable MM with Built-in Phono Preamp Step Digital in OpticalConnecting an HDD-compatible Component Receiver’s Video 2 in L/R jacks and Video 2 in S JacksConnecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder Connecting the Power Cord of Another ComponentAuto Power On/Standby Connecting Onkyo ComponentsConnecting the Power Cord Remote ControlSmooth Operation in a Few Easy Steps Turning On the AV ReceiverTurning On and Standby Have you connected a component to a digital audio input?Changing the Input Display First Time SetupAssigning Digital Inputs to Input Sources First Time Setup Minimum Speaker Impedance Setup not North American modelUse the Down button to Press the Setup buttonTesting the Speakers Left and Right / but- tons to select 2ch or 1chBasic AV Receiver Operation Select a suitable listening mode and enjoyPlaying Your AV Components Start playback on the source componentDisplaying Source Information Using the Multichannel DVD InputPlaying Your AV Components Listening to AM/FM stations Tuning into AM/FM Radio StationsListening to the Radio Presetting AM/FM Stations and XM Channels Listening to the RadioRDS Program Types PTY Using RDS European Models OnlyWhat is RDS? Listening to Traffic News TP Displaying Radio Text RTFinding Stations by Type PTY Selecting XM Satellite Radio Connecting the XM Passport SystemListening to XM Satellite Radio North American Models Only Press the Tuner input selectorSigning Up for XM Satellite Radio Selecting XM Radio ChannelsDisplaying XM Radio Information On the AV receiver, press XM Radio MessagesPositioning the XM Passport System Buttons to select 5. ANT AimCommon Functions Adjusting the Bass and TrebleSetting the Display Brightness Muting the AV ReceiverUsing Headphones Using the Sleep TimerAdjusting Speaker Levels Common FunctionsSelecting Listening Modes Using the Listening ModesSelecting with the Remote Controller Selecting on the AV ReceiverUsing the Listening Modes DVDAbout the Listening Modes DTSUse this mode with any stereo movie e.g., TV, DVD, VHS Onkyo Original DSP ModesUsing the Audio Adjust Settings Using the Late Night Function Dolby Digital onlyUsing the CinemaFILTER DTS Neo6 Music Mode Setting Input Channel SettingsPlii and PLIIx Music Mode Settings Dolby Digital EX Input Signal SettingRecording Audio and Video from Separate Sources RecordingRecording the Input Source Crossover Frequency Advanced SetupAdvanced Speaker Settings Double BassSpeaker Levels Advanced SetupSpeaker Distance Digital Input Signal Formats Input Selector Mode buttonCorrecting Sound and Picture Sync Entering Remote Control Codes Controlling Other ComponentsResetting the Remote Controller Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected viaResetting Remote Mode Buttons Controlling Other ComponentsCH + ON/STANDBY, TVTV VOL Audio TroubleshootingPower Tuner TroubleshootingVideo Others Remote ControllerRecording Video Attenuation Setting Press the Setup button when you’ve finishedVideo ATT0 default Video ATT2 Gain is reduced by 2 dBVideo Section SpecificationsAmplifier Section Tuner SectionMemo Onkyo Europe UK Office Onkyo U.S.A. 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TX-SR504/B, TX-SR8450, TX-SR504E specifications

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