Onkyo DR-S2.0 Input Sources and Available, Listening Modes, Theater-Dimensional T-D* mode

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Theater-Dimensional (T-D)* mode

The ideal home theater is realized by the multichannel sound reproduction with the complete speaker configuration and speaker positioning described on page 12. However, sometimes it is difficult to meet all those conditions. In reality, you may only have front speakers, or not be able to place the surround speakers in position.

Even if your speaker system is not complete, you can enjoy the multichannel surround sound by using the Theater- Dimensional mode. Theater-Dimensional mode sets the output channels to generate the most suitable virtual surround reproduction according to the number of the speaker channels set in “Speaker Setup” on page 17.

The importance of the speaker setup

Calibrating each speaker’s sound pressure is essential for home theater sound reproduction. The same thing can be said for virtual surround sound reproduction. Especially level matching and the time alignment of the two speakers that reproduce virtual surround signals becomes an even more important factor than with normal multichannel reproduction.

For the DVD Receiver, the calibration for the multichannel reproduction (see speaker distance setting on page 18 and test tone adjustment on page 19) provides the most appropriate level matching.

Notes

For the input sources which include the surround channel signals like the multichannel DOLBY DIGITAL and DTS surround sounds, the virtual processing is applied to those surround channel signals.

For the 2 channel input sources, the surround channel elements are automatically extracted with the DOLBY PRO LOGIC processing before the virtual processing is applied.

For the monaural or front 3 channel stereo sources, the virtual surround effect does not work since those input sources do not include the surround channel signals.

*Theater-Dimensional is a virtual surround technology developed by Onkyo. This technology is approved by Dolby Laboratories for the virtual surround processing of the Virtual Dolby Digital and Virtual Dolby Surround products.

Correlation between the MODE buttons and operation

The Input Sources and Available

buttons explained on pages 30 and 31.

Listening Modes

The available listening modes varies depending on the sound type of the input source. The table below shows the correlation between the input source types and listening modes.

(marked listening modes can be chosen with a particular type of a source.)

Input Source Signals Analog/PCM

Dolby Digital

DTS

Possible Audio cassette,

DVD video,

DVD video,

sources

audio CD,

LD,

audio CD,

 

VIDEO CD,

 

Digital

LD

Listening

Record,

(satellite)

 

Modes

FM broadcast,

 

broadcast

 

AM broadcast

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stereo

Theater-Dimensional

DOLBY DIGITAL

 

 

DTS

 

 

DOLBY PRO LOGIC/

 

 

3 Stereo*

 

 

 

 

 

Orchestra

 

 

Unplugged

 

 

Studio-Mix

 

 

TV Logic

 

 

All Ch Stereo

 

 

*See “Using Dolby Pro Logic/Onkyo’s Original DSP Modes” on page 36.

Notes

To reproduce MPEG2 sounds from a DVD video, you need to change the sound conversion method to “96k Sound” or “PCM.” See “Reproducing MPEG2 Sounds from DVD Videos” on page 47.

If you set the sound conversion method to “96k Sound,” then the listening mode is set to “Stereo.”

If you set the sound conversion method to “PCM,” then you can choose the same listening modes as “Analog/PCM” in the above table.

The listening mode is set to “Stereo” when the PCM sound whose sampling frequency is higher than 48kHz is played. Such high- resolution sounds are reproduced from sources such as DVD video.

If you wish to set the listening mode to “Stereo” when playing DTS sources, select “Speaker 2ch” by repeating the procedure in “Selecting the number of speaker channels” on page 17. If any setting other than “Speaker 2ch” is selected, some sources may not reproduce desirable sound.

Checking the Sound System of the Playing Source

The DVD Receiver will automatically detect the sound

system when DOLBY DIGITAL Surround (

 

 

 

), DTS

 

D I G I T A L

Surround ( ), MPEG (MPEG2 sounds from the built-in DVD player), or PCM DIGITAL (2 channel digital stereo) is played back. The corresponding sound system indicator lights in the DVD Receiver's display.

DOLBY DIGITAL DTS MPEG PCM

DOLBY DIGITAL DTS MPEG PCM

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Contents DVD Receiver ContentsAvis Important SafeguardsFor British model PrecautionsPower Warranty ClaimRegional Restriction Codes Region Number About This ManualTable of Contents Receiver Features FeaturesDVD/CD Player Features Memory PreservationSupplied Accessories Using the Remote Controller Preparing the Remote ControllerPointing the remote controller in the right direction Switching the remote controller function modesPlayable Discs Cleaning DiscsStoring Discs About Video CDsConnecting to a TV About the Video 1 and Video 2 jacks/connectors Connecting to Audio/Video EquipmentMD Recorder, DAT CD Recorder, etcPositioning Speakers Connecting to Speakers a Front speakers Connecting SpeakersHow to connect to the speaker connectors SpeakerConnecting an AM Outdoor Antenna Aerial Connecting the Supplied FM and AM Indoor Antennas AerialsAdjusting the position of the FM indoor antenna aerial Adjusting the position of the AM indoor antenna aerialDirectional Iinkage Connecting an FM Outdoor Antenna AerialOnkyo cassette tape deck Directional linkage type splitter To DVD ReceiverDVD Receiver enters standby mode Connecting the Power/Turning on the DVD ReceiverStandby indicator lights up Standby indicator goes offSetting up the Speaker Configuration Speaker SetupSetting the Subwoofer Mode Before operating the remote controllerSpeaker Setup Down to adjust the volume level Adjusting Each Speakers Relative Volume Balance Test TonePress Test Tone Press CH SEL repeatedly to selectBasic Playback Basic OperationTo pause playback still mode To remove the discTo stop playback Playing DVD Videos / Video CDs / Audio CDs To play in fast forward or fast reverseTo play in slow-motion Locating a Specific Title/Chapter/Track/Location Locating a title using the title menuLocating a specific track directly Playing DVD Videos/VIDEO CDs/Audio CDsConsecutively Locating a specific chapter or trackLocating a specific location by Entering the timeTuning Manually Presetting Radio StationsListening to the Radio Erasing a Preset Station Selecting Preset StationsReceiving RDS Various Functions While Listening to Radio ProgramsVarious Functions While Playing the Connected Source Playing the Connected SourceAbout digital sound Enjoying the picture with the sound of another sourcePress Mode TA/MD first Press Mode TV firstOperate your TV MD recorderAdjusting the Volume Turning on/off the Speakers A/ Speakers B SystemsMuting the Sound Using the Sleep Timer Listening Through HeadphonesCanceling the Sleep Timer Controlling the Brightness Lights on the DVD ReceiverOnkyo’s original Digital Signal Processing DSP modes Enjoying the Sound EffectsDolby PRO Logic Surround Importance of the speaker setup Theater-Dimensional T-D* modeInput Sources and Available Listening ModesEnjoying the Sound Effects Choosing Theater-Dimensional ModeAdjusting Theater-Dimensional mode Activating Theater-Dimensional modeStereo indicator lights up Using Dolby Pro Logic Onkyo’s Original DSP ModesChanging the Sound to Stereo Press StereoAdjusting Each Speakers Relative Volume Balance Temporarily Saving the adjusted valuesRemote controller Press Test TONE. only Using the Late NIGHT/FRONT Effect Function Boosting the Super Bass Sounds/High Frequency SoundsPress Late Night Playing Repeatedly Advanced DVD/VIDEO CD/Audio CD OperationTo resume normal playback To change or cancel the entered program Setting Titles, Chapters, or Tracks in a Favorite OrderPlaying in a Favorite Order To program during playbackPlaying in Random Order Zooming in on a Picture and Shifting the Zoom Point Zooming in on a PicturePress Zoom during normal, slow, or still playback You can magnify areas within a pictureSelecting the Camera Angle To disable the angle icon display on the TVChanging the Camera Angle To turn off the angle number displayTo turn off the subtitle setting display Turning Subtitles on/offSelecting a Subtitle Language To turn off the audio setting display Selecting a Playback Audio SettingSelecting Sound Channels on Video CDs About recording systemsChanging the Sound Signal Conversion Method Temporarily Changing the Sound Signal Conversion MethodReproducing MPEG2 Sounds from DVD Videos Symbols in the tablesOutput sound conversion tables Sound from the speakersWhen the disc is inserted in the DVD Receiver Remote controller Press Display while the disc is stoppedDVD video Video CD/Audio CD DVD video e.g Press Display during playbackPress Setup Setting StepsPress / to change the setting, the press Enter To return to the previously displayed menuCategory Symbol Menu item Related to Details Reference Table of the Setting MenuCustomizing the Function Settings Explanation of Each Item in the Language CategoryChoosing Another Language TV Shape Explanation of Each Item in the Picture CategoryExplanation of Each Item in the Audio Category Normally use this settingBitstream 96k SoundOSD Background Color Explanation of Each Item in the Operation Category When you selectTo change the parental lock level Further StepsTo change your 4-digit security code Title StopTable of Languages and Their Abbreviations Table of LanguagesRecording Using the Connected Equipment Basic Recording ProcedureAdditional Operation Recording Using the Connected Equipment SEND/LEARN indicator Programming the Remote ControllerBefore programming the remote controller CH +Using the Programmed Buttons Programming the Remote Controller to Your TVPress and hold Mode TV, then press Search twice Press Mode TVSymptoms Causes Remedies Pages TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Symptoms Causes RemediesTuner Remote controller Recording Specifications Index to Parts and Controls Front panel and its displayDisplay Remote controller T0008-1 Onkyo Europe Electronics GmbH