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Listening Mode

Description

Input

Speaker

 

 

 

 

 

 

Source

Layout

Dolby Pro Logic IIx*6

Dolby Pro Logic IIx expands any 2-channel

 

 

Dolby Pro Logic II

source for 7.1-channel playback. It provides

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

a very natural and seamless surround-sound

 

 

 

P L

M o v i e

 

 

 

 

 

experience that fully envelops the listener.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

As well as music and movies, video games

 

 

 

P L

M u s i c

 

 

 

 

 

can also benefit from the dramatic spatial

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

effects and vivid imaging.

 

 

 

P L

G a m e

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you’re not using any surround back

S

XCN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

speakers, Dolby Pro Logic II will be used

 

 

 

P L

x

M o v i e

 

 

 

 

 

instead of Dolby Pro Logic IIx.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Dolby PLIIx Movie

 

 

 

P L

x

M u s i c

 

 

 

 

 

Use this mode with any stereo or Dolby

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Surround (Pro Logic) movie (e.g., TV,

 

 

 

P L

x G a m e

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVD, VHS).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Dolby PLIIx Music

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use this mode with any stereo or Dolby

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Surround (Pro Logic) music source (e.g.,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD, radio, cassette, TV, VHS, DVD).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Dolby PLIIx Game

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use this mode with video games, especially

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

those that bear the Dolby Pro Logic II logo.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Dolby PLIIx Movie

D

V

 

 

 

 

 

• Dolby PLIIx Music

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

These modes use the Dolby Pro Logic IIx

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

modes to expand 5.1-channel sources for

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7.1-channel playback.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dolby Pro Logic IIz

Dolby Pro Logic IIz Height is designed to

S

B

Height

 

 

more effectively use existing program

D

 

 

 

 

 

material when height channel speaker

F

 

 

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z

H e i g h t

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

outputs are present. Dolby Pro Logic IIz

G

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Height can be used to upmix a variety of

 

 

 

 

 

 

sources from movies and music, but are

H

 

 

 

 

 

 

particularly well-suited to upmix game

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

content.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dolby EX

These modes expand 5.1-channel sources for

D

V

 

 

 

 

 

6.1/7.1-channel playback. They’re especially

H

 

 

D o l b y

E X

 

 

 

 

suited to Dolby EX soundtracks that include

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

a matrix-encoded surround back channel.

 

 

 

D o l b y

D E X

 

 

 

 

 

The additional channel adds an extra

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

dimension and provides an enveloping

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

surround sound experience, perfect for

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

rotating and fly-by sound effects.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Turning On & Basic Operations

Listening Mode

Description

Input

Speaker

 

 

 

 

 

Source

Layout

DTS Neo:6

This mode expands any 2-channel source for

 

 

 

 

 

 

up to 7.1-channel playback. It uses seven

 

 

 

 

 

 

full-bandwidth channels of matrix decoding

 

 

 

 

 

 

for matrix-encoded material, providing a

 

 

 

 

 

 

very natural and seamless surround sound

 

 

 

 

 

 

experience that fully envelops the listener.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• DTS Neo:6 Cinema

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XCN

 

N e o : 6 C i n e m a

 

 

 

 

 

Use this mode with any stereo movie (e.g.,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TV, DVD, VHS).

 

 

 

N e o : 6 M u s i c

 

 

 

 

 

 

• DTS Neo:6 Music

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use this mode with any stereo music source

 

 

 

 

 

 

(e.g., CD, radio, cassette, TV, VHS, DVD).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• DTS Neo:6

D

V

 

N e o : 6

 

 

 

 

This mode uses DTS Neo:6 to expand 5.1-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

playback.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note

Based on the audio channel signal contained in the source, the corresponding speakers will output the sound.

The AV receiver can input the DSD signal from HDMI IN. Depending on the player, setting the output on the player side to PCM might bring better sound.

For the Blu-ray Discs, Dolby Digital is used in a 3.1/5.1-channel speaker system. DTS is used depending on the configuration of the AV receiver.

If there are no surround back speakers, DTS is used.

If there are no surround back speakers, Dolby Pro Logic II is used.

• The listening modes cannot be selected with some source formats.

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HT-R791 specifications

The Onkyo HT-R791 is a highly regarded home theater receiver that seamlessly combines power, flexibility, and advanced technology to provide a captivating audio experience. This receiver is designed for both movie enthusiasts and music lovers, delivering high-quality sound and a variety of connectivity options to accommodate modern entertainment setups.

At the heart of the HT-R791 is its power amplification, featuring a 7.1 channel configuration that can deliver a robust 100 watts per channel. This allows for immersive surround sound that brings movies, music, and gaming to life, creating a dynamic audio environment. With multiple amplification circuits, the receiver ensures optimal performance and minimal distortion, resulting in crystal-clear sound reproduction.

The HT-R791 is equipped with various advanced surround sound technologies, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio. These formats are synonymous with high-definition audio and provide lossless sound quality, enhancing the detail and richness of every sound effect and musical note. Furthermore, the receiver supports Dolby Pro Logic IIz, which adds an extra dimension to sound by including height channels, enriching the overall spatial experience.

One of the standout features of the Onkyo HT-R791 is its extensive connectivity options. It boasts numerous HDMI inputs, enabling seamless integration with HD devices like Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. With 4K video pass-through support, the receiver ensures compatibility with the latest display technologies, making it future-proof for homeowners looking to upgrade their visual setup.

Additionally, the HT-R791 includes legacy connections, such as composite and component video inputs, along with optical and coaxial audio inputs, allowing users to integrate older devices easily. The inclusion of a USB port further allows for playback of digital audio files directly from compatible devices.

For user convenience, the Onkyo HT-R791 features an easy-to-navigate on-screen display, making setup and operation straightforward even for novice users. Its user-friendly remote control provides quick access to essential controls, including listening modes and audio adjustments.

Overall, the Onkyo HT-R791 emerges as a versatile home theater receiver that blends power with intelligence, ensuring a rich audio-visual experience perfect for any home theater setup. Whether watching movies, enjoying music, or gaming, this receiver is designed to cater to diverse entertainment needs while maintaining exceptional sound quality and ease of use.