Integra DTR-7.4 instruction manual Using the Listening Modes

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Using the Listening Modes

The DTR-7.4’s surround sound enables you to enjoy movie theater or concert hall quality sound in your home.

The configuration of the speakers is very important for the surround sound effect. Refer to “About Home Theater” on page 16.

Before selecting a listening mode, be sure to complete the Speaker Setup (See page 32). Once the parameters have been set, it is not necessary to set them again. See pages 44-45 for information regarding how to select the listening mode.

Listening Modes

Mono

This mode is for playing old movies where the sound is recorded in monaural or for playing the left and right channels separately for movies that contain different lan- guage signals. This mode also allows you to listen to the multiplexed soundtracks on DVDs and other media that have them.

Pure Audio

The same as the direct mode except that the pure audio mode also turns off the display window, turns off the power supply to the video circuitry (resulting in a blacked-out screen), and minimizes the sources of noise. The result is high-fidelity music playback true to the original source.

Direct

This mode delivers pure sound with minimal sound qual- ity adjustment and filtration. The sound recorded for the right and left front channels is output to the right and left front speakers only and not output to the subwoofer.

Stereo

All input sound is output from the left and right front speakers.

The subwoofer is also used for playback.

T-D (Theater-Dimensional)

For the best enjoyment of your home theater, it is recom- mended that you have front left and right speakers, a cen- ter speaker, and surround left and right speakers.

However, if you only have front left and right speakers, you can enjoy multichannel audio by using this mode. This mode controls the characteristics of the sound that reaches each ear to reproduce a multi-speaker setup. To receive the full effect, there is an optimum listening posi- tion (sweet spot). Refer to the explanation of the listen- ing angle. In addition, if the reflective sound components are large, it may be difficult to achieve the desired result, so be sure to set up your system and listening position to minimize reflective sound.

Dolby Pro Logic II

As opposed to Dolby Pro Logic, which had four chan- nels (front left/right, center, and surround) recorded into two channels with matrix processing and then played back in four channels, Dolby Pro Logic II uses a feed- back logic circuit to have 5.1 channel surround audio (Dolby Surround, etc.) matrix-encoded into two chan- nels and then played back in its original 5.1 channel form.

Dolby Pro Logic II provides a Movie Mode designed for playing movies and a Music Mode designed for listening to music.

In the Movie Mode, the surround channels, which used to provide monaural output over only a narrow fre- quency range, now provide complete stereo output over the full frequency range. The result is movie viewing with a realistic feel of movement. This mode can be used with VHS and DVD videos with the mark and certain television programs.

The Music Mode uses the surround channels to provide a natural soundfield that cannot be provided with normal stereo output. This mode can be used with music com- pact discs and other stereo sources.

Dolby D (Dolby Digital)

This mode is used for playing Dolby Digital sources. Dolby Digital is compressed digital data with a maxi- mum of 5.1 channel surround sound. This source signal

comes from DVDs and LDs that have the mark and therefore are recorded for 5.1 channel output.

• Dolby Digital EX

Enabled when playing back sources with surround tracks that were encoded using the Surround EX technology.

DTS Neo:6

This mode is for 6.1 channel playback of sources such as PCM or analog sources that have only two channels. The outputs of all six channels have a wide frequency range with a great separation between the different channels. This mode can be set to the Cinema Mode designed for playing movies and the Music Mode designed for listen- ing to music.

The Cinema Mode is good for movies. The reproduced surround sound provide the same realistic feel of move- ment as 6.1 channel sources. This mode can be used with VHS and television programs with stereo sound.

The Music Mode uses the surround channels to provide a natural sound space that cannot be provided with nor- mal stereo output. This mode can be used with music CDs and other stereo sources.

DTS

This mode is used for playing DTS sources.

DTS (Digital Theater System) is compressed digital data with a maximum 5.1 channel surround output (6.1 channel with DTS-ES Discrete sources) that allows for an extremely high-quality sound. This source signal requires a DVD player that supports DTS output and comes from

DVDs, compact discs, and LDs that have the mark.

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Contents DTR-7.4 Important Safety Instructions Precautions Table of Contents Table of Contents Features Supplied AccessoriesBefore Using the DTR-7.4 Installing the BatteriesUsing the Remote Controller Remote control sensor DTR-7.4 Standby indicatorIndex Parts and Facilities Front PanelsProtective caps Protective capsIndex Parts and Facilities Front Panel Display Rear PanelDigital IN/OUT PRE OUT 18, 25Antenna Zone 2 OUTRemote Controller Amp ModeRemote Controller Connecting Antenna Connecting the AM Loop AntennaConnecting the Indoor FM Antenna Attach the FM antenna, as shownConnecting an Outdoor AM Antenna Connecting AntennaConnecting an Outdoor FM Antenna Enjoying Home Theater How to use speakersAbout HomeTheater Speaker Placement Important Points Regarding Speaker PlacementSpeaker channels are colored as follows Connecting SpeakersUsing the Speaker Cable Labels AV Cables and Connectors Connecting to Audio/Video Equipment Connecting a Television Monitor or Projector Monitor OUTflow of the video signals is as follows TV,PB projector Etc.PRConnecting to Audio/Video Equipment DVD playerDigital device DVD recorder Satellite tuner, television, or settop boxConnecting a Compact Disc Player CD Connecting Video Camera, etc. Video 5 InputConnecting a Turntable Phono Ground wire earthConnecting the Power Cords from Other Devices USA and Canadian models Australian modelConnecting Auxiliary Power Amplifier Surround back right speakerSurround right Center speakerConnecting -compatible AV Components Connections for Remote ControlPower on/ready function Power off functionConnecting the Power Turning on the PowerConnecting the Supplied Power Cord Turning on the Power from the Remote ControllerSetup Menu BasicMenu AdvancedSetup Menu ΜNavigating Through the Setup MenuHardware Setup Hardware Setup menu appearsDisplay the main menu Speaker Impedance Sub-menuSurr Back/Zone 2 Sub-menu Selecting the Appropriate Setting for Your ConnectionsRemote Setup Sub-menu TV Format Sub-menu Speaker SetupChanging the Remote Controller’s Control ID Speaker Config Sub-menu Speaker Distance Sub-menuPress the cursor button again Level Calibration Sub-menuUse the and cursor buttons to select Left Configuring Input Settings Suitable for Your Connections To Change the Display of the Input Source from Tape to MDDigital Setup Sub-menu When NET AUDIO, FM, or Configuring Input Settings Suitable for Your ConnectionsInput Setup Initial settings for each input source Digital FormatMultichannel Setup Sub-menu When NET Audio Video Setup Sub-menuVideo Component VideoDTR YourListening with headphones Enjoying Music or Videos with the DTR-7.4Basic Operation Temporarily turning off the soundUsing the Sleep Timer remote controller only Adjusting the brightness of the front displayEnjoying Music or Videos with the DTR-7.4 Temporarily Changing the Speaker Output LevelsSwitching the display DTR-7.4 or the remote controllerDialog norm DTR-7.4Press the Display button onChanging the audio mode Adjusting the bass and trebleInput source you want to set Press the scroll wheel and thenUsing the Listening Modes Listening ModesUsing the Listening Modes Selecting the Listening Mode Select the input sourceStart playback on the device you Selected for inputTHX Changes the listening mode to the THX listening mode Relationship between input source and listening modeTuning Into a Radio Station Listening to a stereo radio station FM modeListening to Radio Broadcasts Specifying Radio Stations by FrequencyPresetting a Radio Station Selecting a preset radio stationErasing a preset radio station Listening to Radio BroadcastsRecording a Source Recording a Source Input Setup Basic Select 2. Input Setup and thenLabelling the Input Source Character Input Input source you want to nameInput Setup Basic Audio Adjust Basic Adjusting the Bass and Treble Sound Tone ControlAudio Adjust Basic Setting the Various Sound Effects Sound EffectInput Setup Advanced Press the scroll wheel, and then press the Setup buttonInput Setup and then press the Enter Press the Setup button to return to the main menuAdjusting the Audio Delay Delay Sub-menu Audio Adjust AdvancedInput Setup Advanced Audio Adjust Advanced Setting the Low Frequency Effect Levels LFE LevelDetailed Settings for Each Listening Mode Mono Sub-menuTheater-Dimensional Sub-menu Surround Sub-menuPro Logic II Music Dimension Dolby Digital EX Dolby DDTS-ES Pro Logic II Music PanoramaTHX Sub-menu Volume Setup Sub-menu Preference AdvancedAdjusting the Headphone Volume Level Headphones Level Setting the Background Color for OSD OSD SetupSwitching the OSD Position Preference AdvancedEnjoying Analog Multichannel Audio Playback Connecting to Devices with Analog Multichannel OutputSetup for Multichannel Output Changing the listening mode Using the tone controlEnjoying Analog Multichannel Audio Playback Playing Analog Multichannel AudioConnecting Zone Using a Receiver/Integrated Amp in ZoneUsing a Power Amp in Zone Using Only Speakers in ZonePerforming the Settings for the Remote Zone Zone Enjoying Music in the Remote ZoneEnjoying Music in the Remote Zone If Remote Controller Signal Does not Reach Other Components Setup Menu SeeFrom connecting block Mini plug cable DTR-7.4 Output to the IR OUT terminalUsing the Remote Controller with Radio Frequency Using an External Device with 12V Trigger Terminal Connecting to an External Device with 12V Trigger TerminalConfiguring the 12V Trigger Terminal Press the Input button, and then rollFeatures Internet radio featuresNet-Tune Features Enjoying Net AudioConnecting the DTR-7.4 to Your Ethernet Network Enjoying Net AudioInternet Internet radio Network Audio Server Modem To the WAN sideJKL Mode button 80 Number/letter buttonsCH/Disc button Play ButtonNetwork Setup Menu Proxy Setup Sub-menu IP Address Sub-menuInput Setup Menu MAC Address Sub-menuClient Sub-menu Press the Input button,Playback OSD Display Select ServerPlayback OSD Display Sub-menu Enjoying Internet Radio Erasing a preset Internet radio station Presetting Internet radio stationsChoosing a preset Internet radio station Mode button is illuminated Turn on the Network Audio ServerTurn on the DTR-7.4 While either the Input button norSelecting a track list Use Buttons to select one From the menuPlaying a music file at random Playing a music file repeatedlyDVD Mode Operating Onkyo Products Using the Remote ControllerOperating Onkyo Products Using the Connection Operating Onkyo Products Using the Remote Controller FR/FF / buttons CD ModePrevious/Next / buttons MiniDisc Mode Mode button Eject buttonCurrent track. The Next Select the next trackReverse Play button Tape ModeRewind/FF / buttons Remote Control Codes for an Onkyo DVD player Using the Remote Controller with Other ComponentsEntering a Remote Control Code Using the Remote Controller with Other Components Remote Control CodesDVD DVD Player SAT satellite receiverJBL Controlling a Satellite Receiver Controlling a VCR Following buttons control the DTR-7.4TV VOL Controlling a TV Controlling a Cable ReceiverStandby TV CH + Learning Commands from Another Remote Controller Using Macros Making MacrosEditing Remote Controller Modes Adding New Remote Controller ModesRunning Macros Naming MacrosType of mode you want to add, Reordering the Remote Controller ModesMode before which you want to Deleting Remote Controller ModesResetting the Remote Controller Assigning Remote Controller ModesTroubleshooting Guide Symptoms Causes RemediesTroubleshooting Guide AM and FM stations101 If One of the Messages Shown Below Appears Specifications Amplifier Section104
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