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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

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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

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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-RC460 specifications

The Onkyo HT-RC460 is a versatile and high-performance AV receiver that enhances the home theater experience. As a part of Onkyo’s renowned line of audio equipment, the HT-RC460 incorporates numerous advanced features and technologies that cater to both audiophiles and casual listeners alike.

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Equipped with the latest in surround sound technology, the HT-RC460 supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio formats, ensuring that you can experience high-resolution audio as it was intended. Additionally, the incorporation of Dolby Surround ensures that legacy audio content can be upmixed to benefit from contemporary surround sound setups, providing a richer listening experience.

The receiver features Onkyo's proprietary AccuEQ room calibration technology. This intuitive system uses a microphone to analyze the acoustics of your room, making automatic adjustments to speaker levels, distances, and equalization. This results in a balanced and optimized audio environment tailored to your specific space, enhancing the overall listening experience.

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The Onkyo HT-RC460 also incorporates intuitive control options, with an easy-to-navigate user interface and a remote control featuring direct access to frequently used functions. Users can also utilize the Onkyo Controller app for iOS and Android, which provides an additional layer of convenience for managing settings and playback from mobile devices.

In summary, the Onkyo HT-RC460 presents an impressive array of features that make it an excellent choice for anyone looking to elevate their home audio setup. With its powerful amplification, advanced surround sound technologies, and versatile connectivity options, it assures high-quality performance and flexibility for all your audio and video needs. Whether you're watching movies, gaming, or listening to music, the HT-RC460 is designed to deliver an exceptional experience.