Getting to Know the AV Receiver, Front Panel

Getting to Know the AV Receiver

Front Panel

North American model

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Other models

The actual front panel has various logos printed on it. They are not shown here for clarity.

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

AStandby/On button (43)

Sets the AV receiver to On or Standby.

BStandby indicator (43)

Lights up when the AV receiver is on Standby and ﬂashes while a signal is being received from the remote controller.

CReady indicator (109)

North American model doesn’t have this indicator.

Lights up when the AV receiver is on Standby and HDMI Power Control is enabled.

DZone 2 indicator (115)

Flashes when Zone 2 is being set. Lights up when Zone 2 is on.

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Integra DTR-7.8 instruction manual Getting to Know the AV Receiver, Front Panel

DTR-7.8 specifications

The Integra DTR-7.8 is a cutting-edge 9.2 channel home theater receiver designed for audiophiles and home cinema enthusiasts. With its robust design and advanced features, this receiver delivers both outstanding audio performance and versatile connectivity options.

One of the standout features of the DTR-7.8 is its support for immersive audio formats, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. These technologies create a three-dimensional audio experience that turns any room into a personal cinema. By utilizing additional overhead speakers or compatible soundbars, users can enjoy a truly enveloping sound experience that enhances movie nights and music listening alike.

With advanced HDMI connectivity, the DTR-7.8 is equipped with multiple HDMI inputs, including support for 8K video pass-through. This means users can connect the latest gaming consoles, UHD Blu-ray players, and streaming devices without sacrificing video quality. Additionally, HDR10+ and Dolby Vision compatibility ensure that viewers experience vibrant colors and stunning detail in their favorite films and shows.

The DTR-7.8 is packed with processing power, featuring the latest in audio technology. It utilizes Dirac LiveRoom correction, a sophisticated room correction system that analyzes your listening environment and adjusts audio output for optimal sound quality. This ensures that the audio experience is tailored to your specific room dynamics, providing clarity and precision that can elevate any audio experience.

Built with audiophile-grade components, this receiver not only excels in home theater applications but also supports high-resolution audio formats. It can handle studio-quality sound files, including FLAC, WAV, and DSD, allowing users to enjoy their music library in the highest fidelity possible.

The receiver also offers a variety of streaming options, including built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities. Users can easily stream their favorite playlists from services like Spotify and Tidal, or connect directly to their smartphones for personal music playback.

In conclusion, the Integra DTR-7.8 represents a perfect blend of advanced technologies, impressive audio capabilities, and user-friendly features. Its focus on high-quality sound and video, along with multiple connectivity options makes it an ideal choice for anyone looking to create an exceptional home theater experience. Whether you’re a movie lover or a music enthusiast, the DTR-7.8 is designed to meet all your audio-visual needs.

Contents

DTR-7.8 Avis Important Safety Instructions Power PrecautionsFor models having a power cord with a polarized plug FCC Information for User For British models Precautions Contents Features Make sure you have the following accessories Supplied AccessoriesTHX Ultra2 Speaker cable labels Multiroom Capability Main RoomZone 2 Room Zone 3 Room Front Panel Getting to Know the AV Receiver Getting to Know the AV Receiver Display Rear Panel Digital Coaxial in 1, 2, IR in A/B and OUTDigital Optical in 1, 2, and OUT GND screw Remote Controller Installing the BatteriesUsing the Remote Controller Remote Controller About the Remote Controller ModesReceiver/Tape Mode Remote Mode buttons Listening Mode buttonsTape mode Standby button DVD Mode CD/MD/CDR Modes Arrow / and Enter buttons Dock ModeAlbum +/- button Previous button Enjoying Home Theater Connecting Your SpeakersSubwoofer Surround back left and right speakers Connecting Your Speakers Connecting Your Speakers Connecting the Speaker Cables Speaker Connection PrecautionsFully insert the bare wire Strip about 5/8 Bi-amping Speaker Hookup Bi-amping the Front Speakers Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna Connecting AntennasConnecting the AM Loop Antenna Attach the FM antenna, as shown American Model Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna Connecting AntennasConnecting an Outdoor AM Antenna Using a TV/FM Antenna Splitter About AV Connections Connecting Your ComponentsOptical Digital Jacks AV Connection Color Coding Connecting Audio and Video Signals to the AV Receiver Connecting Your ComponentsHdmi Monitor Setting Set to Yes Which Connections Should I Use? Audio Signal Flow Chart DVD player, etc Hdmi Monitor Setting Set to NoAudio Connection Formats Ponent Video Monitor OUT 2/ZONE 2 OUT to your TV Video Connection Connecting a TV or ProjectorAudio Connection Hint Connecting a DVD player DVD player Hooking Up the Multichannel Input VCR or DVR Connecting a VCR or DVR for Playback Digital Optical OUT Connecting a VCR or DVR for Recording Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc About Hdmi Connecting Components with HdmiSupported Audio Formats About Copyright Protection Video Signals Audio SignalsMaking Hdmi Connections Game Console Connecting a Game Console Camcorder, etc Connecting a Camcorder or Other AV Component Connecting a Turntable Connecting a CD PlayerStep CD player Connecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder Connecting a Power AmpliﬁerPower ampliﬁer If you have an Onkyo DS-A1 RI Dock Connecting an RI Dock Connecting the Power Cord Connecting Integra/Onkyo ComponentsAuto Power On/Standby Remote Control Turning On the AV Receiver Do the automatic speaker setup-this is essentialTurning On and Standby Up and Running in a Few Easy Steps Speaker Settings First Time Setup Hdmi Monitor Setup First Time SetupAssign, and then press Enter Use the Up and Down Buttons to select 1. Monitor Use the Left and Right / buttons to select Buttons to select Monitor Out2 Buttons to select 1. Input/Output Buttons to select an input selecTor, and use the Left and Right Component Video Input Setup Use the Up and Down Buttons to select 3. ComponentVideo Input, and then press Enter Press the Tape or Game/TV Changing the Input DisplayInput selector button so that Tape or GAME/TV appears These are the default assignments Digital Input SetupDigital Input menu appears Input selector Audio input Setup Analog Input menu appears Analog Input SetupTor You can assign the multichannel input Using Audyssey MultEQ XT Automatic Speaker Setup Audyssey MultEQ XTMeasurement Positions 1st measurement position When prompted, place the setup Place the setup microphone atTurn on the AV receiver and the connected TV Press Enter When the calculations are com Error MessagesDisconnect the setup micro Phone Plete, the following screen Writing Error Speaker Detect ErrorOne of the front speakers has not been detected One of the surround speakers has not been detected Using a Powered Subwoofer Changing the Speaker Settings ManuallyReviewing the Results You want to review, and then Buttons to select 6. Miscella TV Format Setup Not North American modelsNeous, and then press Enter Buttons to select TV Format Hardware Setup menu appears AM Frequency Step Setup on some modelsButtons to select 7. Hardware Buttons to select AM Freq Playing Your AV Components Select a listening mode and enjoyBasic AV Receiver Operation Start playback on the source component Listening to the Radio Tuning into AM/FM Radio StationsListening to AM/FM Stations Use the Tuner input selector button to select AM or FM Listening to the Radio Tuning into Stations by FrequencyDisplaying AM/FM Radio Information Lowed by the D.TUN button What is RDS? Using RDS not North American modelRDS Program Types PTY This allows you to search RDS radio stations by type see Displaying Radio Text RT Finding Stations by Type PTYListening to Trafﬁc News TP Setting the Satellite Radio Mode Connecting the XM Mini-Tuner and Home DockMode button, followed by Listening to XM Satellite Radio North American Model Only Use the Tuning Up and Down When you’ve ﬁnished, press the Setup buttonSelecting XM Satellite Radio Signing Up for XM Satellite Radio Selecting XM Radio Channels Channel Search Mode Direct TuningTo sign up, go to Buttons to select a channel in that category Positioning the XM Mini-Tuner System Displaying XM Radio Information XM Radio Messages What is Sirius Satellite Radio? Setting Up the SiriusConnect Home TunerPositioning the Antenna Important Sirius Satellite Radio Information Selecting Sirius Satellite Radio Selecting Sirius Satellite Radio Channels Signing Up for Sirius Satellite Radio Parental Lock Changing the PIN Number Use the Up and Down Buttons to select 5. Sirius Use the Up and Down Buttons to select Edit CodeParental Lock, and then press Press the D.TUN button, Positioning the SiriusConnect Home Antenna Tuner button, and Setup butDisplaying Sirius Satellite Radio Information Buttons to select 4. Satellite Radio, and then press Enter Sirius Satellite signal strength Sirius Satellite Radio MessagesPosition the SiriusConnect Home Presetting AM, FM, XM, and Sirius Stations Selecting PresetsDeleting Presets Setting the Display Brightness Adjusting Speaker LevelsCommon Functions Muting the AV Receiver Using Headphones Using the Sleep TimerCommon Functions Displaying Source Information Selecting Audio Inputs Specifying the Digital Signal Format Selecting with the Remote Controller Using the Listening ModesSelecting the Listening Modes Selecting on the AV Receiver Using the Listening Modes Listening Modes Available for Each Source FormatAnalog and PCM Sources Sacd DSD, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Digital Plus Sources DTS-ES TrueHD and DTS Sources DTS-HD Sources Use this mode with any stereo movie e.g., TV, DVD, VHS About the Listening ModesSound is output by the front left and right speakers Onkyo Original DSP Modes Recording Recording the Input SourceRecording from Different AV Sources Menu Map Onscreen Setup MenusMain menu Submenu Using the Re-EQ Function Adjusting the Listening ModesUsing the Late Night Function Night button repeatedly Adjusting the Listening Modes Audio AdjustTone Control Settings Direct Setting Multiplex/Mono SettingsPLIIx/Neo6 Settings Dolby Digital Settings Listening Mode PresetsTheater-Dimensional Setting LFE Level Settings Buttons to select an audio for Tening modeMat, and use the Left and Right Buttons to select a lis Speaker Setup Advanced SetupSpeaker Settings Buttons to select Subwoofer Fixed at Full Band if Subwoofer is set to No Advanced Setup Double Bass Low-Pass Filter for the LFE Channel Surr Back R and Surr Back L Speaker DistanceDistances cannot be set if Speaker Speaker Distance screen appears Speaker Level Calibration 100 101 Equalizer Settings THX Audio Setup screen appears THX Audio Setup102 Repeat steps 6 and 7 for each speaker 103 Source Setup 104 IntelliVolumeName Edit Sync Satellite Radio 105Sirius Parental Lock To correct a character Volume Setup Miscellaneous SetupVolume Display Maximum Volume OSD Setup 12V Trigger A/B/C Setup107 Remote Control Hardware Setup108 Zone 2 and Zone Analog Multich 109 110 Lock SetupNetwork Lock Connecting Your Zone 2 Speakers Directly to the AV receiver Connecting ZoneConnecting Your Zone 2 Speakers to an Amp in Zone Zone 2 and Zone 112 Connecting Your Zone 3 SpeakersZone 2 and Zone Zone 2 Video Outputs Buttons to select Powered Powered Zone 2 Setting113 Zone 2, and use the Left Using Zone 2 and Zone Zone 2/Zone 3 Out Settings114 Right / buttons to 115 Selecting an Input Source for ZonesTurning Off Zones Adjusting the Balance of Zones Adjusting the Volume of Zones Muting ZonesAdjusting the Tone of Zone 116 117 Using the 12V TriggersLeft and Right But Tons to select 0 sec, 1 sec, 2 sec, or 3 sec Using a Multiroom Kit with Zone 2/3 Using a Multiroom Kit with a CabinetUsing a Multiroom Kit with Other Components Connecting block Entering Remote Control Codes Controlling Other Components119 Resetting the Remote Mode Buttons Resetting the Remote Controller120 Controlling Other Components 121 122 Learning Commands 123 Using MacrosMaking Macros Running Macros 124 Troubleshooting 125 Troubleshooting 126 127 Speciﬁcations 3 4 4 4 5 9 a