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Basic Operation—Continued

Scroll wheel

CH SEL

Level – +

 

L Night

Re-EQ

Adjusting the Volume of Individual Speakers

With this function you can adjust the volume of each speaker individually. These adjustments are not saved and the previous settings will be resumed when the DTR-8.4 is set to Standby.

Using the Re-EQ function

With the Re-EQ function you can correct a soundtrack whose high-frequency content is too harsh, making it more suitable for home theater viewing.

This function can be used with the following listening modes: Mono, Stereo, All Ch St, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, DTS, DTS-ES, DTS Neo:6 Cinema, THX Cinema, and THX Surround EX.

1

Press the scroll wheel, and then

 

 

press the [Re-EQ] button.

 

Press the button again to turn off the

 

Re-EQ function.

Notes:

The Re-EQ function can also be set on the onscreen setup menus (see page 69).

When the listening mode is THX, the default setting is On. When the DTR-8.4 is set to Standby, it returns to the default setting.

When the listening mode is not THX, the default set- ting is Off.

1

Press the scroll wheel, and then

 

 

use the [CH SEL] button to select

 

each speaker.

 

 

Speakers are selected in the following

 

order.

 

 

 

Front left

Center

Front right

 

Subwoofer

 

Surr right

 

Surr left

Surr back

Surr back

 

left

right

 

 

2

Use the [Level–] and [Level+] but-

 

tons to adjust the volume.

The volume can be adjusted from –12 to +12 dB in 1 dB steps (–15 to +12 dB for the subwoofer).

Note:

You cannot select speakers that are set to No or None on the Speaker Configuration menu (see page 41).

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Using the Late Night function (Dolby Digital only)

With the Late Night function you can reduce the dynamic range of Dolby Digital material so that you can still hear quiet parts even when listening at low volume levels—ideal for watching movies late at night when you don’t want to disturb anyone.

1

Press the scroll wheel, and then

 

 

press the [L Night] button repeat-

 

edly to select:

Off: Late Night function off. Low: Small reduction in dynamic

range.

High: Large reduction in dynamic range.

Notes:

The Late Night function can also be set on the onscreen setup menus (see page 69).

The effect of the Late Night function depends on the Dolby Digital material that you are playing, and with some material there will be little or no effect.

The Late Night function is turned off when the DTR-8.4 is set to Standby.

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Integra DTR-8.4 instruction manual Adjusting the Volume of Individual Speakers, Using the Re-EQ function

DTR-8.4 specifications

The Integra DTR-8.4 is a high-performance home theater receiver that has garnered attention for its exceptional audio quality, advanced features, and versatility in supporting modern entertainment systems. As part of Integra’s lineup, it combines sophisticated engineering with user-friendly functionality, making it a popular choice for audiophiles and casual listeners alike.

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The receiver is equipped with high-resolution audio capabilities, supporting formats such as FLAC, ALAC, and DSD playback, ensuring that listeners can enjoy their favorite tracks in stunning detail. This is complemented by the integrated ESS Sabre DACs, which deliver exceptional audio performance with minimal distortion, bringing a new level of fidelity to sound reproduction.

For video enthusiasts, the Integra DTR-8.4 offers 8K passthrough support, allowing users to connect the latest gaming consoles and 8K TVs without losing quality. The receiver is also compatible with HDR, including HDR10, Dolby Vision, and HLG, ensuring that every frame is rendered with stunning contrast and vibrant colors.

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