Integra DTR-8.3 instruction manual Contents

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Contents

Before using

 

Important Safeguards

2

Precautions

3

Contents

4

Features

6

Supplied accessories

7

Before using this unit

7

Connecting the power cord

7

Using the remote controller

7

Setting up the remote controller

8

Insert batteries

8

Characterizing the remote controller

8

Touch the screen to start

9

Facilities and connections

 

Index parts and facilities

10

Front panels

10

Front panel display

12

Rear panels

13

Remote controller

14

Connecting to Audio/Video equipment

16

Connecting your audio components

17

Connecting your video components

18

Connecting speakers

22

Ideal speaker configuration

22

Minimum speaker configuration for surround sound

 

playback

22

Speaker placement

22

Connecting speakers

23

Using the speaker labels

23

Connecting antennas

24

Assembling the AM loop antenna

24

Connecting the AM antenna cable

24

Connecting the included antennas

24

Connecting an FM outdoor antenna

25

Connecting an AM outdoor antenna

25

Directional linkage

25

Connecting the antenna cable to the 75/300 Ω antenna

 

adapter (Australian model only)

25

Connecting the remote zone (Zone 2) speakers ...

26

When using the ZONE 2 OUT terminals

26

When using the SURR BACK/ZONE 2 SPEAKERS

 

terminals

26

When using the SURR BACK/ZONE 2 PRE OUT

 

terminals

26

Operating components not reached by the

 

remote controller signals (IR IN/OUT)

27

If the remote controller signal does not reach the DTR-8.3

remote sensor

27

If the remote controller signal does not reach other

 

components

27

Miscellaneous Connections

28

Connections for remote control ( )

28

Connecting the power cords from other devices

28

RS 232 port

28

Connecting to devices with analog multi channel output

29

Connecting auxiliary power amplifier

29

Connecting to an external device with 12V TRIGGER

 

terminal

29

Connecting the power

30

Turning on the power

30

Turning on the power from the remote controller

30

To change the display of the input source from TAPE to MD

30

Setup and operation

 

Enjoying music or videos with the DTR-8.3 ....

31

Basic operation

31

Changing the listening mode

32

Switching the display

33

Temporarily turning off the sound

33

Adjusting the bass and treble

33

Listening with headphones

33

Adjusting the brightness of the front display

34

Temporarily changing the speaker output levels

34

Using the sleep time (remote controller only)

34

Changing the audio mode

35

Enjoying the multichannel output

35

Listening to Radio Broadcasts

36

Tuning into a radio station

36

Listening to a stereo radio station (FM mode)

36

Presetting a radio station

37

Selecting a preset radio station

37

Erasing a preset radio station

37

Recording a source

38

To record the input source signal you are currently

 

watching or listening to

38

To record an input source signal different from that you

are currently watching or listening to

38

Recording the video from one source and the audio from

another

39

Enjoying music or videos in the remote zone

40

Using the buttons on the DTR-8.3

40

Selecting an input source using the remote controller ..

41

Adjusting the volume for the remote zone

41

Setup Menu

42

Navigating through the Setup Menu

43

Hardware Setup

44

0. Hardware Setup Menu

44

0-1. Speaker Impedance Sub-menu

44

0-2. Surr Back/Zone 2 Sub-menu

45

0-3. IR IN Setup Sub-menu

45

Speaker Setup

46

1. Speaker Setup Menu

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1-1. Speaker Config Sub-menu

46

1-2. Speaker Distance Sub-menu

47

1-3. Level Calibration Sub-menu

48

Input Setup

49

2. Input Setup Menu

49

2-1. Digital Setup Sub-menu (When NET AUDIO is not

selected as the input source)

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Contents DTR-8.3 Important Safeguards AvisPrecautions Contents Contents Features Amplifier FeaturesAudio/Video Features FM/AM Tuner FeaturesBefore using this unit Supplied accessoriesConnecting the power cord Setting up the remote controller Characterizing the remote controllerDirect-access buttons Serial port Reset button Battery coverSetting up the remote controller Home menuComponent’s control panel Touch the screen to startFront panels Index parts and facilitiesFront door Index parts and facilities Front panel display Rear panels Home menu Remote controllerAV Amp Select AV Amp on the Home menu page 1/4 2/4 3/4 4/4 Listening mode buttons +/- buttonsLight button AV amp buttonConnecting to Audio/Video equipment Improper connection Inserted completelyRear optical jack Coaxial cableConnecting to Audio/Video equipment Connecting your audio componentsConnecting a compact disc player CD Connecting a turntable PhonoConnecting your video components Connecting a DVD Player with 5.1-Channel OutputFlow of the video signals is as follows Connecting a DVD player DVDConnecting a television monitor or projector Monitor OUT Monitor OUTSignal flow Connecting video camera, etc. Video 5 Input Connecting speakers Ideal speaker configurationMinimum speaker configuration for surround sound playback Speaker placementConnecting speakers Connecting speakersUsing the speaker labels Connecting antennas Connecting the AM antenna cableConnecting the included antennas Assembling the AM loop antennaConnecting antennas Connecting an FM outdoor antennaConnecting an AM outdoor antenna Directional linkageConnecting the remote zone Zone 2 speakers When using the Surr BACK/ZONE 2 Speakers terminalsWhen using the Zone 2 OUT terminals When using the Surr BACK/ZONE 2 PRE OUT terminalsConnecting From connecting block Mini plug cableRemote controller Cabinet Signal flow Block DTR-8.3 IR Emitter Remote controllerConnections for remote control Connecting the power cords from other devicesMiscellaneous Connections RS 232 portConnecting to devices with analog multi channel output Connecting auxiliary power amplifierConnecting to an external device with 12V Trigger terminal Miscellaneous ConnectionsConnecting the power Turning on the powerTurning on the power from the remote controller To change the display of the input source from Tape to MDInput source buttons Master Volume DTR-8.3 Remote controllerEnjoying music or videos with the DTR-8.3 Basic operationRemote controller only Changing the listening modeEnjoying music or videos with the DTR-8.3 Switching the display Adjusting the bass and trebleListening with headphones Temporarily turning off the soundAdjusting the brightness of the front display Using the sleep time remote controller onlyTemporarily changing the speaker output levels DimChanging the audio mode Enjoying the multichannel outputListening to a stereo radio station FM mode Tuning into a radio stationListening to Radio Broadcasts Presetting a radio station Selecting a preset radio stationErasing a preset radio station Listening to Radio BroadcastsRecording a source Rec OutStart recording at the recording component as desired Press the Rec Out buttonRecording a source Using the buttons on the DTR-8.3 Ex. When the CD button is pressedZone 2 indicator Off Input source buttons Enjoying music or videos in the remote zoneAdjusting the volume for the remote zone Selecting an input source using the remote controllerEnjoying music or videos in the remote zone Basic Menu Setup MenuAdvanced Menu Setup Menu Navigating through the Setup MenuWhen using the buttons on the front panel Button on remote controllerHardware Setup Menu Hardware SetupSpeaker Impedance Sub-menu Hardware Setup IR in Setup Sub-menuSurr Back/Zone 2 Sub-menu Surr Back/ZoneSpeaker Setup Menu Speaker SetupSpeaker Config Sub-menu Speaker Setup Speaker Distance Sub-menuPress the Test button to complete the procedure CH Sel Level Calibration Sub-menuCalibrating the speaker levels Press the Test buttonInput Setup Input Setup MenuInitial settings for each input source When NET Audio is not selected as the input sourceDigital Format Input SetupInput source selected Multichannel Video Setup Sub-menu Character Input Sub-menuListening Mode Preset Sub-menu IntelliVolume Sub-menuTrigger Setup sub-menu Listening Mode Relationship between input source and listening modeType of software Input source signals Listening ModesDigital Signal Processing DSP modes Audio Adjust Audio Adjust MenuSetting Values Initial value Tone Control Sub-menuDelay Sub-menu Audio AdjustSound Effect Sub-menu LFE Level Sub-menu Theater-Dimensional Sub-menuMono Sub-menu Surround Sub-menu THX Sub-menu Setting Tone Control Listening mode TrebleBass Re-EQPreference Volume Setup Sub-menuPreference Menu Headphones Level Sub-menu OSD Setup Sub-menuPreference OSD Position Sub-menuUsing the Remote Controller Adjust the SettingsUsing the Remote Controller Tap the mode you want to useTo hide the Mode menu Working with ModesSelecting a Device Define the Brand ofYour Device Select a device in the Home menuSelect Yes to define the brand of the device to operate Tap NextSelect your brand from the list Define the Brand of Your DeviceSelect a code set from the list Defining brands by searching Tap OK when the device reactsTap Search Programming control panel buttons Programming ButtonsTo 8 inches 15 to 20 cm Programming direct-access and Left/Right Buttons Programming ButtonsProgramming device items Make sure the device tab is activeLabeling Buttons and Menu Items Labeling a buttonLabeling a menu item Edit the labelAdding devices Moving menu items Adding and Moving DevicesAdding macros Delete and restore RestoreTap the item you want to restore DeleteRecording macros Recording Macros and SettingTimersEditing macros Setting timers Recording Macros and Setting TimersOrganizing macros and timers into groups Switch to RF IR mode by using the Mode button Changing the remote controller’s RF IR SettingsTap RF Choosing Another Channel Additional information ChadEditOptional recharging dock USA and Canadian models only With ChadEdit you canCan I program a button to execute more than one command? How do I program source switching?How do I reset the Remote controller? How do I revert to the original configuration?Overview of Symbols Troubleshooting guide Troubleshooting guide Video and AudioGeneral Problems Display is blank Remote controller shuts itself offRemote controller will not edit, label or delete commands Remote controller will not switch modesIf one of the messages shown below appears Specifications All channelsTotal harmonic distortion Than 0 % total harmonicSpecifications Onkyo U.S.A. Corporation Internet radio features Net-Tune FeaturesConnecting the DTR-8.3 to your Ethernet Network Enjoying Internet radio Playing a music file saved on the Audio Network Server Using the Alphanumeric keys To cancel the operationUse the / buttons to select one of the menu Net a Select NetA on the Home menu 1/3 2/3Configuring Various Settings Network Setup MenuConfiguring Various Settings Proxy Setup Sub-menuIP Address Sub-menu MAC Address Sub-menuSpecifications Troubleshooting guideAppendix

DTR-8.3 specifications

The Integra DTR-8.3 is a sophisticated home theater receiver that exemplifies cutting-edge audio and video technologies, delivering an immersive experience for audiophiles and home cinema enthusiasts alike. As a flagship component in Integra's lineup, the DTR-8.3 combines high performance with versatile connectivity options, making it an ideal choice for modern entertainment systems.

One of the standout features of the DTR-8.3 is its robust power amplification, capable of delivering up to 100 watts per channel across nine channels. This level of power ensures dynamic sound reproduction across a wide range of audio formats, from the subtle nuances of a classical symphony to the thunderous effects of an action-packed movie. The receiver supports DTS:X and Dolby Atmos, providing object-based audio that envelops listeners in a three-dimensional soundstage. This technology enhances the overall cinematic experience, allowing sound to move freely around the listener, simulating a real-world environment.

In addition to its exemplary audio capabilities, the Integra DTR-8.3 is equipped with a full suite of video technologies. Supporting 4K Ultra HD resolution, HDR10, Dolby Vision, and BT.2020 color space, it is designed to handle the latest in high-definition video content. With full HDCP 2.2 support, users can connect their 4K Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices without worry. The receiver also features advanced video upscaling, transforming standard and high-definition video to near 4K quality for an enhanced viewing experience.

Connectivity is another area where the DTR-8.3 shines, with multiple HDMI inputs and outputs, including Zone 2 output for multi-room audio-video distribution. Users can easily integrate various sources, such as streaming devices, gaming consoles, and sound systems into their setup. Integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities enable seamless streaming of music from smartphones and tablets, while streaming services like Spotify, Pandora, and Amazon Music can be accessed directly.

The DTR-8.3 also embraces smart home integration, featuring compatibility with control systems such as Crestron, Control4, and others. This allows for easy automation and control of the receiver within a broader smart home ecosystem. For easy setup and configuration, the receiver comes with Audyssey MultEQ XT32 room correction technology. This feature analyzes the room acoustics and adjusts the sound output accordingly, ensuring optimal audio performance regardless of room conditions.

Overall, the Integra DTR-8.3 stands out as a premium home theater receiver, blending powerful audio performance, advanced video technologies, and intelligent connectivity options. It is designed for those who demand the best in their home entertainment experience, offering a truly immersive solution suitable for a wide range of applications. Whether you’re watching movies, listening to music, or gaming, the DTR-8.3 elevates sound and picture quality to new heights.
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