Integra DTR-5.8 Connecting Zone, Setting the Powered Zone, Using Another Amp in Zone

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Zone 2

Connecting Zone 2

With the Zone 2 function, you can enjoy one input source in the main room and a different source in another room.

There are two ways to hook up your Zone 2 speakers:

1)Use another amp (receiver, integrated amp, or power amp) in Zone 2 and connect your Zone 2 speakers to it.

2)Connect your Zone 2 speakers to this AV receiver.

Note:

For speaker connections and related cautions, see page 20.

Using Another Amp in Zone 2

With this hookup, you can enjoy 7.1-channel playback in the main room and a different stereo source in Zone 2. If you use a receiver or integrated amp in Zone 2, the volume for Zone 2 is adjusted on that unit. If you use a

power amp with no volume control in Zone 2, the vol-

ume for Zone 2 is adjusted on this AV receiver.

Hookup

•Use an RCA audio cable to connect the AV receiver’s ZONE 2 PRE OUT L/R jacks to an analog audio input on the amp in Zone 2.

•Connect the Zone 2 speakers to the speaker terminals on the amp in Zone 2.

Main room

TV

AV receiver

ZONE 2

PRE OUT

 

L

 

R

Zone 2

 

 

IN

R

L

 

Receiver/

 

integrated amp,

 

or power amp

If you’re using a receiver or integrated amp in Zone 2, you don’t need to make any settings to use this hookup. Proceed to “Using Zone 2” on page 86.

If you’re using a power amp with no volume control in Zone 2, you must set the Zone 2 Out setting to Vari- able (see page 85).

Using Only Speakers in Zone 2

With this connection method, you can use 5.1 surround sound in the main room and play a different AV source in Zone 2. The volume for Zone 2 is set on the AV receiver.

Hookup

•Connect your Zone 2 speakers to the AV receiver’s ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals.

Main room

TV

AV receiver

Zone 2

LR

You must set the “Powered Zone 2” setting to “Act” (Activated) in order to use this hookup (see below).

Setting the Powered Zone 2

To use Zone 2, you must make this setting. It enables the speakers connected to the ZONE 2 SPEAKERS termi- nals so that they produce sound when Zone 2 is used.

1Press the [Receiver] button fol- lowed by the [Setup] button.

The main menu appears onscreen.

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Contents DTR-5.8 Important Safety Instructions AvisPrecautions PowerFCC Information for User Supplied Accessories Make sure you have the following accessoriesTable of Contents Features AmplificationProcessing ConnectionsFront & Rear Panels Front PanelFront & Rear Panels Display Rear Panel Remote Control FRONT, CENTER, SURR, and Surr BackRemote Controller Installing the BatteriesAiming the Remote Controller Remote Controller Using the Remote ControllerReceiver/Tape Mode Remote Mode buttons Buttons used when the Tuner input is selected Zone 2 button  Standby/On buttonDVD Mode CD/MD/CDR/Dock Mode To select the input source, press Disc/Album +/- button  Arrow / and Enter buttonsAbout Home Theater Enjoying Home TheaterConnecting the AV receiver About AV ConnectionsOptical Digital Jacks AV Connection Color Coding AV Cables & JacksConnecting the AV receiver Connecting Your SpeakersSpeaker Connection Precautions Connecting the Speaker CablesStrip about 5/8 15 mm Bi-amping the Front Speakers Bi-amping Speaker HookupConnecting Antenna Connecting the Indoor FM AntennaConnecting the AM Loop Antenna Attach the FM antenna, as shown North American modelsConnecting an Outdoor FM Antenna Connecting an Outdoor AM AntennaUsing a TV/FM Antenna Splitter Connecting Both Audio & Video Hdmi Monitor Setting Set to YesWhich Connections Should I Use? Video Connection FormatsHdmi Monitor Setting Set to No Audio Connection FormatsConnecting Your TV or Projector Video ConnectionAudio Connection HintConnecting a DVD Player Hooking Up the Multichannel DVD Input Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Playback Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Recording Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc Connecting a Game Console Connecting a Camcorder or Other Device Camcorder, etcConnecting Components with Hdmi About HdmiSupported Audio Formats About Copyright ProtectionVideo Signals Audio SignalsMaking Hdmi Connections Connecting a CD Player or Turntable CD Player or Turntable MM with Built-in Phono Preamp StepConnecting an RI Dock RI Dock with video RI Dock without videoConnecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder Connecting a Power AmplifierConnecting Components Connecting the RS232 PortConnecting the Power Cord Turning On the AV Receiver Turning On and StandbySmooth Operation in a Few Easy Steps First Time Setup Automatic Speaker Setup Audyssey 2EQUsing Audyssey 2EQ Measurement Points First Time Setup Press EnterSpeaker detect results appear Following screen appearsReview SP Config Disconnect the speaker setup microphoneReview SP Distance Review SP LevelError Messages Speaker Detect ErrorsWrite Error Ambient noise is too highChanging the Speaker Settings Manually Using a Powered SubwooferReviewing the Results About the Onscreen Setup Menus SubmenusHdmi Monitor Video Input Setup Hdmi Input SetupThen press Enter Hdmi Input menu appearsComponent Video Setup Digital Input Setup Press the Receiver button fol Lowed by the Setup buttonPut Assign, and then press Enter Buttons to select 4. DigitalSpeaker Settings Press the Receiver button, fol- lowed by the Setup buttonSpeaker Settings menu appears Changing the Input DisplayTV Format Setup Not North American model OSD Setup menu appearsWhen you’ve finished, press the Setup button Miscellaneous, and then press EnterAM Frequency Step Setup Australian model Use the Left and Right / buttons to selectBasic Operations Selecting the Input SourceUsing the Multichannel DVD Input Adjusting the Bass & TrebleBasic Operations Displaying Source InformationSetting the Display Brightness Using the Sleep TimerUsing Headphones Muting the AV receiverUsing the Tuner Tuning into Radio StationsListening to the Radio Listening to the RadioSelecting Presets Deleting PresetsSelect the preset that you want to delete Listening to the RadioUsing the Listening Modes Selecting with the Remote ControllerListening Mode / buttons Selecting Listening ModesUsing the Listening Modes Listening Modes Available for Each Source FormatAnalog and PCM Sources Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and TrueHD Sources All Ch Stereo Full MonoDTS and DTS 96/24 Sources Studio-Mix *3 TV Logic *3 All Ch Stereo Onkyo Full MonoDTS-HD High Resolution Audio and DTS-HD Master Audio Sources About the Listening Modes Onkyo Original DSP Modes Neural Surround North American models onlyRecording AV RecordingRecording Separate AV Sources Using the CinemaFILTER Adjusting Individual Speaker LevelsAdvanced Operations Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital PlusAdvanced Setup Speaker SetupSpeaker Settings Advanced Setup Setup menu closesLow-Pass Filter for the LFE Channel Double BassRepeat for all speakers Press the Setup button Speaker DistanceTance, and then press Enter Use the Left and Right Buttons to selectSpeaker Level Calibration Buttons to select 4. Level CaliBration, and then press Enter Level Calibration menu appearsEqualizer Setting Speaker Setup menu appearsMultichannel DVD Input Settings Subwoofer Input SensitivityButtons to select 4. Analog Mul Tich, and then press EnterAudio Adjust Functions Tone Control SettingsInput Channel Settings PLIIx/Neo6 Music Mode Settings Dolby EX Input Signal SettingTheater-Dimensional Listening Setting Assigning Listening Modes to Input SourcesSource Setup IntelliVolumeWhen you’re finished, press the Setup button Press Enter, and use the Left Right / buttons toLiseconds in 2 millisecond steps Volume Setup/OSD Setup Volume SetupButtons to select 1. Volume Volume Setup menu appearsOSD Setup Hdmi Setup Changing the AV receiver’s IDHdmi Audio Out Lip SyncXvYCC ControlLock Setup Digital Input Signal FormatsChanging the Remote Controller’s ID Buttons to select 8. Lock Setup, and then press EnterConnecting Zone Setting the Powered ZoneUsing Another Amp in Zone Using Only Speakers in ZoneSetting the Zone 2 Out Buttons to select 2. Zone2,Zone2 menu appears Using Zone Controlling Zone 2 with the Remote ControllerControlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver Adjusting the Volume for Zone Adjusting the Tone and Balance for ZoneOn the AV receiver, use Zone 2 Level / buttonsUsing the 12V Triggers in Zone 2 and the Main Room Delay12V Trigger Setting for Each Input Source Main menu appears onscreenUsing a Multiroom Kit with a Cabinet Using a Multiroom Kit with ZoneUsing a Multiroom Kit with Other Components Entering Remote Control Codes Controlling Other ComponentsRemote Control Codes for Integra Components Connected via Resetting Remote Mode ButtonsResetting the Remote Controller Controlling Other Components TV VOL  CH + Previous TV InputSpecifications Amplifier SectionVideo Section Tuner SectionTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Remote controller doesn’t work There’s no picture from a source connected to an HdmiOnscreen menus don’t appear Immediate display does not appearSound changes when I connect my head- phones Speaker volume cannot be set as requiredCan’t record There’s no soundMemo Memo 3 4 4 5 0

DTR-5.8 specifications

The Integra DTR-5.8 is a high-performance AV receiver that stands out in the crowded home theater market. Known for its excellent sound quality and advanced features, this model is tailored for audio enthusiasts who demand fidelity and functionality.

At the heart of the DTR-5.8 is its robust amplification system, delivering a powerful 105 watts per channel into 8 ohms. This ensures that it can easily drive a variety of speakers, whether for subtle background music or explosive cinematic soundtracks. The receiver is equipped with a 7.2 channel output, allowing users to set up a surround sound system that includes additional subwoofers for deeper bass response.

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The user interface is intuitive, thanks to an on-screen display and a well-organized remote control. Furthermore, the DTR-5.8 supports network features, including Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity for easier setup and access to online content, as well as integration with smart home systems.

In summary, the Integra DTR-5.8 is a feature-rich AV receiver that offers phenomenal sound quality, versatile connectivity options, and support for the latest audio formats. Whether you're a movie buff or a music lover, the DTR-5.8 is designed to enhance your home entertainment experience, making it a top choice for anyone looking to build a premier home theater system.
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