Listening Mode

 

 

 

Description

Input

Speaker

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Source

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DTS-HD High

 

 

 

 

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Resolution Audio

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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D T S – H D

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DTS-HD Master

 

 

 

 

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Audio

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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M S T R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DTS Express

 

 

 

 

 

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DSD*6

 

 

 

 

 

 

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D S D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DTS 96/24*7

 

 

 

 

This mode is for use with DTS 96/24 sources. This is high-resolution DTS

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with a 96 kHz sampling rate and 24-bit resolution, providing superior fidel-

 

 

 

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ity. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS 96/24 logo.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DTS-ES Discrete*8

 

 

 

This mode is for use with DTS-ES Discrete soundtracks, which use a dis-

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crete surround back channel for true 6.1/7.1-channel playback. The seven

 

 

 

E S S D i s c r e t e

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

totally separate audio channels provide better spatial imaging and 360-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

degree sound localization, perfect for sounds that pan across the surround

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

channels. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS-ES logo, especially those with

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

a DTS-ES Discrete soundtrack.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DTS-ES Matrix*8

 

 

 

This mode is for use with DTS-ES Matrix soundtracks, which use a matrix-

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encoded back-channel for 6.1/7.1-channel playback. Use it with DVDs that

 

 

 

E S S M a t r

i x t e

t e

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

bear the DTS-ES logo, especially those with a DTS-ES Matrix soundtrack.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DTS Neo:6

 

 

 

 

 

This mode expands any 2-channel source for up to 7.1-channel playback. It

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uses seven full-bandwidth channels of matrix decoding for matrix-encoded

 

 

 

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material, providing a very natural and seamless surround sound experience

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

that fully envelops the listener.

 

 

 

N e o : 6 C i n e m a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Neo:6 Cinema

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use this mode with any stereo movie (e.g., TV, DVD, VHS).

 

 

 

N e o : 6 t M u s i c

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

• Neo:6 Music

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use this mode with any stereo music source (e.g., CD, radio, cassette, TV,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VHS, DVD).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This mode uses Neo:6 to expand 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel

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playback.

 

 

Audyssey DSX*9

 

 

 

Audyssey DSXis a scalable system that adds new speakers to improve sur-

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round impression. Starting with a 5.1 system Audyssey DSX first adds Wide

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channels for the biggest impact on envelopment. Research in human hearing

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has proven that information from the Wide channels is much more critical in

 

 

 

P L b M o v i e D S X

 

 

 

 

 

 

the presentation of a realistic soundstage than then Back Surround channels

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

found in traditional 7.1 systems. Audyssey DSX then creates a pair of Height

 

 

 

P L b M u s i c D S X

 

 

 

 

 

 

channels to reproduce the next most important acoustical and perceptual

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

cues. In addition to these new Wide and Height channels, Audyssey DSX

 

 

 

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applies Surround Envelopment Processing to enhance the blend between the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

front and surround channels.

 

 

 

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The combination of Dolby Pro Logic II and Audyssey DSX modes can be

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used.

 

 

 

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The combination of Neo:6 Cinema/Music and Audyssey DSX modes can

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be used.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Onkyo TX-NR708 DTS-HD Master, Audio, DTS Express, DSD *6, DTS 96/24 *7, DTS-ES Matrix *8, DTS Neo6, Audyssey DSX *9

TX-NR708 specifications

The Onkyo TX-NR708 is a high-performance AV receiver that offers a superb blend of power, versatility, and advanced technology, making it a top choice for home theater enthusiasts. Designed to deliver an immersive audio and video experience, it supports a wide array of formats and features that cater to modern needs.

One of the standout features of the TX-NR708 is its 7.2 channel configuration, which allows for the creation of a powerful surround sound setup. With a rated output of 100 watts per channel, this receiver can drive even demanding speakers while ensuring clarity and detail across a wide range of frequencies. It also supports Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, delivering lossless audio quality that can bring movies, music, and gaming to life.

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