Zone 2 and Zone 3—Continued

Muting Zones

ZONE3

ZONE2

MUTING

On the remote controller, press the [ZONE 2] or [ZONE 3] REMOTE MODE button, and then press the [MUTING] button.

To unmute a zone, on the remote controller, press the [ZONE 2] or [ZONE 3] REMOTE MODE button, and then press the [MUTING] but- ton again.

Adjusting the Tone of Zone 2

1

On the AV controller, press the

 

[ZONE 2] button.

AV controller

ZONE 2

2 TONE

Press the AV controller’s [TONE] button repeatedly to select Bass or Treble.

3 Use the Up [ ] and Down [] buttons to adjust the bass or tre- ble.

You can boost or cut the Bass or Treble from –10 dB to +10 dB in 1 dB steps.

Notes:

Zones can also be unmuted by adjusting the volume.

The tone cannot be adjusted for Zone 3.

The Zone 2 level, balance, and tone functions have no effect on the ZONE 2 PRE OUT when the Zone 2 Out setting is set to Fixed (page 110).

The Zone 3 level and balance functions have no effect on the ZONE 3 PRE OUT when the Zone 3 Out set- ting is set to Fixed (page 110).

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Onkyo PR-SC885 instruction manual 113, Muting Zones, Adjusting the Tone of Zone, Zone 2 button

PR-SC885 specifications

The Onkyo PR-SC885 is a high-end A/V preamp featuring advanced technology and robust design that caters to audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts alike. Launched as part of Onkyo’s premium line, this model is renowned for its exceptional sound quality and comprehensive connectivity options.

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The PR-SC885 also features a sleek and stylish design, with a user-friendly interface that includes an intuitive remote control, making navigation and setup straightforward. Its robust chassis not only looks good but is designed to minimize interference and enhance performance.

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