Listening Mode

Description

Input

Speaker

 

 

 

 

 

 

Source

Layout

Dolby Pro Logic IIx*8

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

 

 

 

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M o v i e

 

 

 

 

 

experience that fully envelops the listener.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

As well as music and movies, video games

 

 

 

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M u s i c

 

 

 

 

 

can also benefit from the dramatic spatial

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

effects and vivid imaging.

 

 

 

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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

 

 

 

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M o v i e

 

 

 

 

 

instead of Dolby Pro Logic IIx.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Dolby PLIIx Movie

 

 

 

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M u s i c

 

 

 

 

 

Use this mode with any stereo or Dolby

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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

 

 

 

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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

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• 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

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material when height channel speaker

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H e i g h t

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

outputs are present. Dolby Pro Logic IIz

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Height can be used to upmix a variety of

 

 

 

 

 

 

sources from movies and music, but are

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particularly well-suited to upmix game

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

content.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dolby EX

These modes expand 5.1-channel sources for

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V

 

 

 

 

 

6.1/7.1-channel playback. They’re especially

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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

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N e o : 6

 

 

 

 

 

This mode uses DTS Neo:6 to expand 5.1-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

playback.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Audyssey DSX*9

• Audyssey DSX

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Audyssey DSX™ is a scalable system that

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A u d y s s e y D S X

 

 

 

 

adds new speakers to improve surround

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impression. Starting with a 5.1 system

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Audyssey DSX adds only height channels

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

in this deployment. The pair of Height

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

channels reproduce important acoustical

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

and perceptual cues, which greatly enhance

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

the surround experience. In addition to

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

these new Height channels, Audyssey DSX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

applies Surround Envelopment Processing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

to enhance the blend between the front and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

surround channels.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Dolby Pro Logic II Movie +

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P L

M o v i e

D S X

 

 

 

Audyssey DSX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Dolby Pro Logic II Music +

 

 

 

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M u s i c

D S X

 

Audyssey DSX

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Dolby Pro Logic II Game +

 

 

 

 

 

 

Audyssey DSX

 

 

 

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G a m e

D S X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The combination of Dolby Pro Logic II and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Audyssey DSX modes can be used.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The PLII and Audyssey DSX indicators

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

light on the AV receiver’s display.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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TX-NR616 specifications

The Onkyo TX-NR616 is a versatile and high-performing 7.2-channel network receiver that has gained a reputation among home theater enthusiasts for its impressive sound quality and extensive feature set. Designed to deliver an immersive audio experience, the TX-NR616 combines advanced technologies with user-friendly functionality, making it a popular choice for both casual listeners and audiophiles alike.

One of the standout features of the TX-NR616 is its capability to decode high-definition audio formats. It supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, allowing users to enjoy movies and music with studio-quality sound. The receiver is equipped with a sophisticated D/A converter, which ensures precise audio reproduction, giving listeners a clear and detailed soundstage.

For connectivity, the Onkyo TX-NR616 provides ample options. It includes eight HDMI inputs, five of which support 3D video and 4K pass-through, making it an excellent choice for modern home theater setups. Additionally, the receiver features MHL compatibility, enabling users to connect mobile devices and easily stream content from their smartphones or tablets. The front USB port further expands customization options by allowing direct playback from USB storage devices.

Another highlight of the TX-NR616 is its integration with various streaming services and internet radio. With built-in Wi-Fi and Ethernet connectivity, users can access popular apps, including Spotify, Pandora, and TuneIn Radio. The Onkyo Remote App enhances this functionality, enabling control over the receiver from a smartphone or tablet, making it simple to explore and stream different types of audio content.

The TX-NR616 also comes with Onkyo's proprietary AccuEQ room calibration technology. This feature optimizes audio playback based on the unique characteristics of the listening environment, ensuring that sound is well-balanced and tailored to suit the room’s acoustics. Furthermore, the inclusion of Zone 2 and Zone 3 powered outputs allows users to distribute audio throughout the home, creating a synchronized multi-room setup.

In conclusion, the Onkyo TX-NR616 is a formidable receiver that combines superior audio performance with modern connectivity options. Its array of features, including advanced sound decoding, extensive HDMI inputs, and streaming capabilities, make it a worthy addition to any home theater system. Whether watching movies, listening to music, or gaming, the TX-NR616 promises an engaging and high-quality audio experience.