Recording a source

STANDBY/ON

STAND-BY

POWER

ON OFF

A SPEAKERS B

PHONES

SMART SCAN CONTROLLER

 

 

 

 

FM MUTE/

 

 

CHARACTER/

SP/SYS

AUDIO

BASS/

 

 

 

MASTER VOLUME

DIMMER

 

 

 

MODE

DOWN

TUNING

UP

MEMORY

SETUP

ADJUSTMENT

TREBLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MODE

 

 

W

N

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D

O

 

 

U

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PRESET/MODE ADJ

 

 

 

P

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SMART SCAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTROLLER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PUSH TO ENTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LISTENING MODE

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL/

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DISPLAY

 

 

DIRECT

STEREO

/DTS

THX

 

DSP

REC OUT

ANALOG

CH LEVEL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SURROUND

 

 

 

MODE

 

 

 

 

 

 

MULTI CH INPUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO 4/VIDEO CAM INPUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVD

VIDEO-1

VIDEO-2

VIDEO-3

VIDEO-4

TAPE

FM

AM

 

PHONO

C D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L AUDIO R(MONO)

AV RECEIVER TX-DS777

Input selector buttons

REC OUT

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Recording a source while listening to music or a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

movie

DVD

VIDEO-1

VIDEO-2

VIDEO-3

VIDEO-4

TAPE

FM

AM

PHONO

C D

1. Select the source you wish to play (recording source) by

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

pressing the corresponding input selector button.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

See step 1 of “Selecting an input source” (page 26).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2. Press the REC OUT button.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The REC OUT indicator blinks for 8 seconds.

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

While the REC OUT indicator is blinking, rotate the SMART

 

 

 

 

REC OUT

 

 

 

SCAN CONTROLLER until "SOURCE" appears.

REC OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Notes:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• The digital input signals assigned to the input source you selected using

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the input selector buttons will be output to the DIGITAL OUTPUT ter-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

minal. There are some restrictions on digital recording. When making

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

digital recordings, consult the instruction manual that came with your

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digital recording equipment (such as MD recorder or DAT deck) to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

know what restrictions are imposed.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• You cannot select the source connected to the MULTI CHANNEL IN-

PRESET/MODE ADJ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PUT connectors. Even if you press the MULTI CH INPUT button in

 

 

 

SPEAKERS REC OUT

 

 

STEREO

 

 

step 1 above, the signals will be output to the L and R output jacks of the

 

 

 

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

input source you selected most recently.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4. Start recording on the recorder connected to the TAPE,

PUSH TO ENTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO-1, VIDEO-2 jacks. Then, start playing the source

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

component you selected in step 1.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Notes:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• If you change the input source during recording, you will record the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

signals from the newly selected input source.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• You cannot record the surround effects.

1

REC OUT

 

 

 

 

Recording from on audio /video source

 

 

 

 

 

 

REC OUT

 

 

1.

Press the REC OUT button

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The REC OUT indicator binks for 8 seconds

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

While the REC OUT indicator is blinking, rotate the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SMART SCAN CONTROLLER to select the desired re-

2

 

 

 

 

 

 

cording source.

PRESET/MODE ADJ

 

 

 

 

Notes:

• Selecting "SOURCE" sets the currently selected input source as the re- cording source.

• The digital input signals assigned to the input source you selected using the input selector buttons will be output to the DIGITAL OUTPUT ter-

PUSH TO ENTER

minal. There are some restrictions on digital recording. When making digital recordings, consult the instruction manual that came with your digital recording equipment (such as MD recorder or DAT deck) to know what restrictions are imposed.

• You cannot select the source connected to the MULTI CHANNEL IN- PUT connectors. Even if you press the MULTI CH INPUT button in step 1 above, the signals will be output to the L and R output jacks of the input source you selected most recently.

3. Start recording on the recorder connected to the TAPE, VIDEO-1, VIDEO-2 jacks. Then, start playing the source component you selected in step 1.

 

Notes:

 

If you change the input source during recording, you will record the

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signals from the newly selected input source.

You cannot record the surround effects.

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Onkyo TX-DS777 Recording a source while listening to music or a, Movie, Recording from on audio /video source

TX-DS676, TX-DS777 specifications

The Onkyo TX-DS777 and TX-DS676 are two remarkable receivers from the renowned Japanese audio equipment manufacturer, Onkyo. Both models were designed to deliver high-quality sound experiences, making them ideal for home theater enthusiasts and music lovers alike.

The TX-DS777 is known for its powerful 7.1-channel audio configuration, offering a staggering 100 watts per channel. This model features Dolby Digital and DTS decoding, allowing it to handle immersive surround sound formats expertly. Additionally, the TX-DS777 supports Dolby Pro Logic II, which enhances stereo sources into multi-channel audio, enriching the listening experience. Onkyo's proprietary Wide Range Amplification Technology (WRAT) ensures high-frequency clarity and dynamic range, giving listeners a truly cinematic audio experience.

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In summary, the Onkyo TX-DS777 and TX-DS676 are excellent choices for anyone looking to elevate their audio experience. They offer powerful amplification, advanced surround sound processing, and versatile connectivity options, making them standout options in the realm of home theater receivers. Whether for streaming music or enjoying a blockbuster movie, these receivers deliver exceptional performance and reliability.