Integra DTR-8.3 instruction manual Recording Macros and Setting Timers, Setting timers

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Recording Macros and Setting Timers

3.Use the arrow buttons and to move the delay to the right place.

5.Press the Left button to close the macro.

A confirmation screen appears, which allows you to save or cancel the macro.

6.Tap Save.

The macro is ready to be used.

Setting timers

To activate a device at the time you set.

1.Tap the Macro menu button.

2.Open the macro menu and select a timer group.

3.Switch to EDIT mode by using the Mode button.

Empty timer buttons appear in the timer control panel.

4.Tap the button you want to set a timer for.

The first timer control panel appears in which you can set the start time. To show example, use the following setting here: Start playback on CD player at 7:00 am and stop playback at 8:00 am on Monday through Friday.

5.Enter the command the timer has to execute.

A timer can contain either a single IR command or a macro. (US and Canadian model)

You can navigate to any control panel you want, just as you can in Use mode. During editing the timer, “EDIT” blinks in he display. In this example, choose “CD” from the Device menu, and press the ON button.

6.Press the Mode button.

7.Tap the clock button on the right and set the start time using the Left/Right buttons.

Tap one or more day buttons to select or deselect days for the timer.

You can choose to repeat the timer weekly.

8.Scroll down to display the second timer control panel in which you can set the stop time.

9.Enter the command the timer has to execute.

10.Tap the clock button and set the stop time using the Left/Right buttons.

11.Switch to USE mode by using the Mode button.

A confirmation screen appears, which allows you to save or cancel the timer.

12.Tap Save Timer or macro.

The timer is activated.

For labeling the timer setting, refer to “Labeling Buttons and Menu Items” on page 72.

Note:

The timer only works when the remote controller’s sending eye is pointed towards the controlled device and no obstructions interfere the infrared signal.

Organizing macros and timers into groups

You can create as macro groups or timer groups up to 25 macros or timers in each group.

1.Open any macro or timer group.

2.Switch to ADD mode by using the Mode button.

You can create a new group, copy an existing group, or restore a previous deleted group.

Create a new group: You add a new group in which you can record new macros.

Copy an existing group: You copy a group and its macros and use it for new macros.

Restore a previously deleted group: You restore a deleted group and reuse the macros.

3.Tap Create Timer Group or Create Macro Group.

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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

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