Connecting Your Components—Continued

Connecting a Satellite, Cable, or Terrestrial Set-top box or Other Video Source

Hint!

With this hookup, you can use your satellite or cable receiver to listen to your favorite TV programs via the AV receiver, which is useful if your TV has no audio outputs.

Step 1: Video Connection

Choose a video connection that matches the video source ( A , B , or C ), and then make the connection. If you use connection A , you must connect the AV receiver to your TV with the same type of connection.

Step 2: Audio Connection

Choose an audio connection that matches the video source ( a , b , or c ), and then make the connection.

With connection , you can listen to and record audio from the video source or listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3.

To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection or . (To record or listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3 as well, use and , or and .)

Connection

AV receiver

Signal flow

Video source

Picture quality

 

A

 

COMPONENT VIDEO IN 3

Component video output

Best

 

 

 

CBL/SAT IN S

S-Video output

Better

 

B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C

 

CBL/SAT IN V

Composite video output

Standard

 

 

 

CBL/SAT IN L/R

Analog audio L/R output

 

 

a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

b

 

DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 3

Digital coaxial output

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL OPTICAL IN 2

Digital optical output

 

 

c

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

b

c

A

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

RS232

IN 4

IN 3

IN 2

IN 1

OUT

OUT

MAIN

SUB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ANTENNA

 

 

 

 

 

 

COMPONENT VIDEO ASSIGNABLE

MONITOR OUT 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AM

 

 

FM75

 

 

 

 

 

/ZONE 2 OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 3

IN 2

IN 1(DVD)

MONITOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C

 

 

 

 

Y

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUX 1

GAME/TV

CBL/SAT

VCR/DVR

DVD

MONITOR

 

 

IR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

V

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

V

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

B

C

 

 

 

 

REMOTE CB/PB

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ZONE 2

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL ASSIGNABLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

12V TRIGGER OUT

 

 

COAXIAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 1

(DVD)

CR/PR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S

 

 

 

 

 

 

S

OUT

A

B

B

 

 

IN 2

(VCR/DVR)

IN

 

IN

OUT

IN

IN

IN

IN

OUT

IN

IN

FRONT

CENTER

SURR

SURR BACK

FRONT

SURR

SURR BACK

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 3

(CBL/SAT)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OPTICAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUBWOOFER

 

 

a

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT

 

IN 1

 

PHONO

 

CD

TAPE

AUX 1

GAME/TV

CBL/SAT

VCR/DVR

DVD

 

MULTI CH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(GAME/TV)

GND

 

 

SURR BACK R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ZONE2 R

 

 

FRONT R

 

SURR R

 

CENTER

 

SURR L

 

FRONT L

 

 

 

 

 

Bi-AMP

 

 

 

 

 

IN 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(CD)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

 

R

 

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

Y

PB

PR

AUDIO

S VIDEO

VIDEO

OUT

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

Connect one or the other

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Integra DTR-8.8 instruction manual Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc

DTR-8.8 specifications

The Integra DTR-8.8 is a high-performance AV receiver designed for home theater enthusiasts who demand exceptional sound quality and advanced features. This unit combines cutting-edge technology with a user-friendly interface, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and seasoned audiophiles.

One of the standout features of the Integra DTR-8.8 is its robust amplification system. It utilizes discrete high-current amplifiers that ensure high-quality audio output across all channels. This ensures that every movie, music track, or gaming experience is delivered with clarity and precision. The receiver is capable of delivering a powerful 100 watts per channel, providing ample power to drive even the most demanding speakers.

The DTR-8.8 supports a wide range of audio formats, including Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, and IMAX Enhanced, allowing for an immersive audio experience that envelops the listener. This is complemented by the receiver’s advanced room calibration technology, AccuEQ, which optimizes sound according to the specific acoustics of the room. This feature enhances the listening experience, making it sound as if the audio is coming from all directions, thus creating a theater-like ambiance at home.

In addition to its audio capabilities, the Integra DTR-8.8 is equipped with robust video processing features. It offers 8K video upscaling and HDR support, ensuring that the visual experience is equally as impressive as the audio. The receiver is compatible with multiple HDMI inputs, allowing users to connect various devices like gaming consoles, Blu-ray players, and streaming devices easily.

Overall, the Integra DTR-8.8 is not just about performance; it also includes smart features for convenient operation. With built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, users can stream music directly from their smartphones or connect to various online music services. It also supports voice control through Alexa and Google Assistant for added convenience.

The receiver’s design is sleek and modern, featuring a user-friendly interface that makes navigation intuitive. With the Integra DTR-8.8, consumers get a powerful receiver packed with the latest technologies, ensuring an unparalleled home theater experience. Its combination of audio fidelity, advanced video processing, and smart integration truly sets it apart in the competitive realm of A/V receivers.