Digital Input Signal Formats

The digital input signal formats are available only for the input sources that you have assigned a digital input jack (35).

Normally, the AV receiver detects the signal format auto- matically. However, if you experience either of the follow- ing issues when playing PCM or DTS material, you can manually set the signal format to PCM or DTS.

Note

If the beginnings of tracks from a PCM source are cut off, try setting the format to PCM.

If noise is produced when fast forwarding or reversing a DTS CD, try setting the format to DTS.

The setting is stored individually for each input selector.

The setting will be reset to “Auto” when you change the setting in the “Audio Selector” (44).

1Press RECEIVER, and then press and hold AUDIO for about 8 seconds.

2While “Auto” lights (about 3 seconds), press e/r to select:

`Auto:

The format is detected automatically. If no dig- ital input signal is present, the corresponding analog input is used instead.

`PCM:

Only 2-channel PCM format input signals will be heard. If the input signal is not PCM, the PCM indicator will flash and noise may also be produced.

`DTS:

Only DTS (but not DTS-HD) format input sig- nals will be heard. If the input signal is not DTS, the DTS indicator will flash and there will be no sound.

Adjusting the Bass & Treble

You can adjust the bass and treble for the front speakers, except when the Direct, Pure Audio listening mode is selected.

 

 

1

Press TONE on the AV receiver repeatedly to

 

select either “Bass” or “Treble”.

2

Use TONE /+on the AV receiver to adjust.

Bass

Treble

See “Bass” and “Treble” of “Tone Control Settings” (43).

Note

To bypass the bass and treble tone circuits, select the Direct or Pure Audio listening mode.

This procedure can also be performed on the remote controller by using AUDIO (43).

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TX-SR508 specifications

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For those who still enjoy traditional sources, it includes analog audio inputs, as well as a phono input for connecting a turntable, catering to vinyl enthusiasts. The built-in AM/FM tuner and the capability to connect to an external internet radio enrich the listening options available to users.

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