Zone 2—Continued

Setting the Powered Zone 2

If you’ve connected your Zone 2 speakers to the AV receiver, as explained in “Connecting Your Zone 2 Speakers Directly to the AV receiver” on page 82, you must set the “Powered Zone 2” setting to “Act” (Acti- vated).

1

Press the [RECEIVER] button

 

 

followed by the [SETUP] button.

 

The main menu appears onscreen.

 

If the main menu doesn’t appear, make

 

sure the appropriate external input is

 

selected on your TV.

2 Use the Up and Down [q]/[w] buttons to select “2. Speaker Setup”, and then press [ENTER]. The “Speaker Setup” menu appears.

2.Speaker Setup

1.Speaker Settings

2.Speaker Configuration

3.Speaker Distance

4.Level Calibration

5.Equalizer Settings

3 Use the Up and Down [q]/[w] buttons to select “1. Speaker Settings”, and then press [ENTER].

The “Speaker Settings” menu appears.

4

Use the Up and Down [q]/[w]

 

buttons to select “Powered

Zone 2”, and use the Left and

Right [e]/[r] buttons to select:

Not Act:

ZONE 2 L/R speaker terminals not activated (Powered Zone 2 dis- abled).

Act:

ZONE 2 L/R speaker terminals activated (Powered Zone 2 enabled).

5

Press the [SETUP] button.

The setup menu closes.

 

Notes:

•When “Act” is selected and Zone 2 turned on, the Zone 2 speakers connected to the ZONE 2 L/R speaker terminals output sound, but the surround back or front high speakers connected to the SURR BACK/ FRONT HIGH L/R speaker terminals do not. When “Act” is selected and Zone 2 turned off, the surround back or front high speakers output sound as normal.

•When the “Powered Zone 2” setting is set to “Act” and the input selector of Zone 2 is selected, power consumption on standby mode slightly increases.

•Powered Zone 2 cannot be used if “Speaker Type” is set to “Bi-Amp” (see page 42).

•This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP] button, arrow buttons, and [ENTER] button.

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HT-RC160 specifications

The Onkyo HT-RC160 is a versatile home theater receiver that provides a powerful audio experience, making it an excellent choice for enthusiasts seeking to elevate their home entertainment systems. With a sleek design and robust feature set, the HT-RC160 delivers remarkable audio quality, alongside extensive connectivity options.

One of the key features of the HT-RC160 is its ability to support high-definition audio formats. The receiver is equipped with Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoding, ensuring that users enjoy an immersive sound experience equal to that of a cinema. This support for advanced audio formats allows for clearer, more dynamic sound with rich detail, perfect for movies, music, and gaming.

Featuring a seven-channel amplifier, the HT-RC160 delivers 100 watts per channel, allowing for a powerful performance that fills larger rooms. Users can easily configure their audio setup with its multi-room capabilities, which enable the use of independent zone audio output. This feature allows different audio sources to be enjoyed in separate rooms simultaneously, enhancing the overall versatility of home audio entertainment.

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In conclusion, the Onkyo HT-RC160 is a well-rounded home theater receiver that combines high-quality sound, advanced audio technologies, and flexibility in connectivity. Its powerful amplification, support for high-definition formats, and clever features like Audyssey calibration make it an ideal centerpiece for any home entertainment system. For those who aspire to enjoy movie nights, gaming, or music in the highest fidelity, the HT-RC160 stands out as an impressive option.
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