Connecting the AV receiver

About AV Connections

Before making any AV connections, read the manuals supplied with your other AV components.

Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed and double-checked all AV connections.

Optical Digital Jacks

AV Connection Color Coding

RCA-type AV connections are usually color-coded: red, white, and yellow. Use red plugs to connect right- channel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled “R”). Use white plugs to connect left-channel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled “L”). And use yellow plugs to connect composite video inputs and outputs.

The AV receiver’s optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is inserted and close when it’s removed. Push plugs in all the way.

Caution: To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical plug straight when inserting and removing.

Left (white) Analog audio

Right (red)

Composite video

(Yellow)

Push plugs in all the way to make good connections (loose connec- tions can cause noise or malfunc- tions).

To prevent interference, keep audio and video cables away from power cords and speaker cables.

Left (white)

Right (red)

(Yellow)

Right!

Wrong!

AV Cables & Jacks

Video

Cable

Jack

Description

 

 

Component video separates the luminance (Y) and

Component

 

color difference signals (PR, PB), providing the best

video cable

 

picture quality (some TV manufacturers label their

 

 

component video sockets slightly differently).

 

 

S-Video separates the luminance and color signals

S-Video cable

 

and provides better picture quality than composite

 

 

video.

Composite

 

Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs,

V

and other video equipment. Use only dedicated

video cable

 

 

composite video cables.

 

 

Audio

 

 

Cable

Jack

Description

Optical digital

 

Offers the best sound quality and allows you to

 

enjoy surround sound (e.g., Dolby Digital, DTS).

audio cable

 

 

The audio quality is the same as for coaxial.

 

 

Coaxial digital

 

Offers the best sound quality and allows you to

 

enjoy surround sound (e.g., Dolby Digital, DTS).

audio cable

 

 

The audio quality is the same as for optical.

 

 

Analog audio

L

This cable carries analog audio. It’s the most

common connection format for analog audio, and

 

cable (RCA)

 

R

can be found on virtually all AV components.

 

 

 

 

 

This cable carries multichannel analog audio and

 

 

it’s typically used to connect DVD players with a

Multichannel

 

7.1-channel analog audio output. Several standard

analog audio

 

analog audio cables can be used instead of a multi-

cable (RCA)

 

 

channel cable.

 

 

Note: The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs.

 

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Integra DTR-5.8 Connecting the AV receiver, About AV Connections, Optical Digital Jacks AV Connection Color Coding

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.

One of the standout features of the DTR-5.8 is its support for advanced surround sound formats, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. These immersive audio technologies create a three-dimensional soundstage, enabling users to experience cinema-like audio at home. The receiver also supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, ensuring high-definition sound quality for Blu-ray and other high-resolution formats.

Regarding connectivity, the Integra DTR-5.8 offers a wide range of options, including multiple HDMI inputs with 4K upscaling capabilities. This allows users to connect a variety of source devices, from game consoles to streaming boxes, with high resolution and ease. The HDMI ports also support HDCP 2.3, ensuring compatibility with the latest content protections.

Another key characteristic of the DTR-5.8 is its multi-room audio capability. With built-in Zone 2 audio output, users can enjoy music in different areas of their home simultaneously. Additionally, the receiver supports streaming services like Spotify, Tidal, and Pandora, allowing for seamless access to a vast library of music.

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.