Integra DTR-7.1 - User Manual

Contents
Thank you for purchasing the Integra AV Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and turning on the power.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable you
to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
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Before using
Facilities and connections
Remote controller
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Enjoying music or videos
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Appendix
Setting OSD menu
AV Receiver
DTR-7.1
Instruction Manual

Integra DTR-7.1 Specifications

General

Audio Channels	7.1
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.08%
THX Certified	Yes
HDMI Outputs	1
Component Video Inputs	2
Component Video Outputs	1
Analog Audio Inputs	6
Headphone Jack	Yes
Tuner	AM/FM
Remote Control	Yes
Input Sensitivity	200 mV
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	100 dB
Input Connections	HDMI, Component, Digital Coaxial, Digital Optical, Analog Audio
Output Connections	HDMI, Component, Composite, Analog Audio, Subwoofer Pre-out
Digital Audio Inputs	2 Optical, 2 Coaxial
Digital Audio Outputs	1 Optical

Summary

Important Safeguards

Precautions

Features

Before using this unit

Installing the remote controller batteries

Details the process for inserting batteries into the remote controller.

Using the remote controller

Guidelines for operating the remote controller and sensor.

Front panel facilities

Remote controller

Rear panel facilities

Example of how to connect your equipment

Standard connections

General guidelines for connecting main audio and video components.

Connecting your audio components

Details on connecting turntables, CD players, and tape decks.

Connecting your video components

Details on connecting DVD players, VCRs, and other video sources.

Connecting a satellite tuner or television

Instructions for connecting TV and satellite tuners via analog and digital interfaces.

Connecting a DVD recorder or other digital video recording device

How to connect DVD recorders and digital video devices.

Connecting a television monitor or projector

Guide for connecting monitors and projectors to output terminals.

Connecting video camera or television game

How to connect video cameras and game consoles to front panel inputs.

Connecting speakers

Ideal speaker configuration

Recommended placement and types for ideal speaker setup.

Minimum speaker configuration for surround sound playback

Basic speaker requirements for surround sound.

Speaker placement

General advice on speaker positioning based on room size.

Important points regarding speaker placement

Key considerations for placing front and surround speakers correctly.

Connecting the speaker cable

Step-by-step instructions for preparing and connecting speaker cables.

Connecting a subwoofer

How to connect a subwoofer using the PRE OUT jack.

Connecting antennas

Assembling the AM loop antenna

Instructions for assembling the AM loop antenna.

Connecting the AM antenna cable

Steps to connect the AM antenna cable to the unit.

Connecting the FM indoor antenna

How to connect and position the FM indoor antenna for best reception.

Connecting an FM outdoor antenna

Considerations for installing an FM outdoor antenna.

Connecting an AM outdoor antenna

Recommendations for installing an AM outdoor antenna.

Directional linkage

Advice on using splitters for common FM/TV antennas.

Connecting to the remote zone (Zone 2) input

When using the ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals

How to connect speakers for Zone 2 operation.

When using the ZONE 2 OUT terminals

Connecting the DTR-7.1 to an amplifier for remote zone output.

Connecting to the IR IN MAIN input

Connecting power amplifiers and two surround back speakers

Connecting power amplifiers

How to connect external power amplifiers for increased volume.

Connecting two surround back speakers

Connecting surround back speakers via amplifier and OSD settings.

Connecting the power

Connecting the power

Physical connection of the power cord to the unit and wall outlet.

Turning the power on from the remote controller

Steps to turn the unit on and off using the remote control.

The On-Screen Display (OSD) menu

1. Speaker Setup

Main menu for configuring speaker parameters such as size, distance, and level calibration.

2. Input Setup

Main menu for setting up audio and video input sources and their formats.

3. Listening Mode Setup

Main menu for selecting and customizing various audio listening modes.

4. Preference

Menu for adjusting volume display, maximum volume, and power-on volume settings.

5. OSD Setup

Menu for customizing OSD display settings like color and position.

Navigating through the OSD menu

How to navigate and use the OSD menu with the remote or front panel controls.

Speaker Setup

1. Speaker Setup menu

Main menu for speaker configuration, including size, distance, and levels.

1-1. Speaker Config sub-menu

Sub-menu for defining speaker size (Large/Small) and subwoofer presence.

1-2. Speaker Distance sub-menu

Sub-menu for setting speaker distances from the listening position.

1-3. Level Calibration sub-menu

Sub-menu for adjusting individual speaker volume levels using test tones.

1-4. Bass Peak Level (Bass Peak Level Manager*) sub-menu

Sub-menu for limiting bass output to protect the subwoofer or front speakers.

Input Setup

2. Input Setup menu

Main menu for setting up various input sources, including audio, video, and digital formats.

2-1. Audio Setup sub-menu

Sub-menu for configuring digital input connections and formats for each source.

a. Digital Input

Setting for assigning digital input jacks (OPT1, OPT2, COAX1, COAX2) to input sources.

b. Digital Format

Setting for automatic or specific signal format detection (All, DTS, PCM).

c. Multichannel

Setting to enable multichannel audio input via the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT port.

2-2. Video Setup sub-menu

Sub-menu for matching audio sources with video sources or setting component video inputs.

2-3. Listening Mode Preset sub-menu

Sub-menu for assigning specific listening modes to different input signal types.

Listening Modes

Detailed descriptions of various listening modes like Stereo, Direct, Surround, THX, etc.

Dolby D THX Surround EX

Setting for Dolby Digital sources with THX Surround EX.

DTS THX Surround EX

Setting for DTS sources with THX Surround EX.

Front Effect

Adjusts reverberation effects for live recordings.

Effect Level

Adjusts the strength of sound effects.

Room Size

Simulates hall size for surround modes.

T-D (Theater-Dimensional)

Mode for a multi-speaker setup, optimizing sound reproduction.

Enhanced 7

Mode for 7-channel speakers, reproducing natural surround.

Orchestra

Mode for classical music, simulating hall acoustics.

TV Logic

Mode for TV programs, enhancing clarity and surround.

Unplugged

Mode for acoustic music, simulating stage acoustics.

Studio-Mix

Mode for popular music, simulating club acoustics.

All Ch Stereo

Mode for background music, creating an encompassing stereo image.

2-4. Tone Control sub-menu

Sub-menu for adjusting bass and treble levels for input sources.

2-5. IntelliVolume sub-menu

Sub-menu for setting automatic volume adjustment for different input sources.

2-6. 12 V Trigger sub-menu

Sub-menu for controlling external devices via 12V TRIGGER terminals based on input source.

Listening Mode Setup

3. Listening Mode Setup menu

Main menu for adjusting parameters of various listening modes.

3-1. Stereo Setup

Settings for the Stereo listening mode, including subwoofer and Re-EQ.

3-2. Theater-Dimensional Setup

Settings for Theater-Dimensional mode, including listening angle and dialog enhance.

3-3. Surround Setup

Settings for Dolby Digital, DTS, and Pro Logic surround modes.

3-4. THX Setup

Settings for THX listening modes, including Re-EQ and surround speakers.

3-5. Mono Movie Setup

Settings for Mono Movie mode, including front effect and room size.

3-6. Enhanced 7 Setup

Settings for Enhanced 7 mode, adjusting front effect and room size.

3-7, 8, 9, and 10. Orchestra Setup, Unplugged Setup, Studio-Mix Setup, TV Logic Setup

Settings for Orchestra, Unplugged, Studio-Mix, and TV Logic modes.

3-11. All Ch Stereo Setup

Settings for All Ch Stereo mode, adjusting subwoofer and Re-EQ.

Description listening mode parameters

Detailed explanations of listening mode parameters like Subwoofer, Re-EQ, Surround Speakers, etc.

Listening angle

How to set the listening angle for optimal sound reproduction.

Center

Options for center channel output (Center speaker or Phantom Center).

Front Expander

Function to spread front speaker sound for a wider space.

Virtual Surr Level

Adjusts the virtual surround sound level.

Dialog Enhance

Enhances dialog clarity from the center speaker.

Preference

4. Preference menu

Main menu for adjusting volume settings, headphone level, and Zone 2.

4-1. Volume Setup sub-menu

Sub-menu for volume display, maximum volume, and power-on volume settings.

4-2. Headphones Level sub-menu

Adjusts headphone volume output to match speaker levels.

4-3. DTS LFE Level Setup sub-menu

Sets the LFE level for DTS sources.

4-4. Powered Zone2 Setup Sub-menu

Settings for Zone 2 operation, including speaker connection or amplifier connection.

OSD Setup

5. OSD Setup menu

Main menu for customizing on-screen display settings like color and position.

5-1. OSD Config sub-menu

Sub-menu for setting OSD output to S-Video or Video terminals.

5-2. OSD Setup sub-menu

Sub-menu for customizing OSD background color, superimpose mode, and immediate display.

5-3. OSD Position sub-menu

Sub-menu for adjusting the OSD menu's position on the screen.

Enjoying music in the remote zone

Controlling the DTR-7.1 from the remote zone

How to control the unit from a remote location using the remote controller.

Controlling the DTR-7.1 without the remote controller

How to control Zone 2 functions using the unit's front panel buttons.

Listening to Radio Broadcasts

Listening to FM;AM Radio Stations

How to access and enjoy FM and AM radio stations on the DTR-7.1.

Tuning into a radio station

Step-by-step guide for manually tuning into radio stations.

Presetting a radio station

How to store favorite radio stations for quick access.

Selecting a preset radio station

How to recall stored radio stations using the remote or front panel.

Erasing a preset radio station

How to remove stored radio stations.

Enjoying music or videos with the DTR-7.1

Selecting an input source

How to choose the active input source for audio and video playback.

Adjusting the volume

How to control the main volume output for speakers and headphones.

Changing the listening mode

How to select different audio modes for playback.

Listening with headphones

How to connect and use headphones with the unit.

Using the many features of the DTR-7.1

Overview of additional features like changing speaker levels, sleep timer, bass/treble, and display brightness.

If one of the messages shown below appears

Explains error messages that may appear during operation.

Enjoying the multichannel input

Guide to setting up and playing multichannel audio sources.

Recording a source

To record the input source signal you are currently watching or listening to

How to output the currently selected source for recording.

To record an input source signal different from that you are currently watching or listening to

How to record a different source than the one being monitored.

Recording the video from one source and the audio from another

How to mix audio from one source with video from another for recording.

Giving a name to each input source and preset radio station

Giving a name to each input source

How to assign custom names to input sources for easier identification.

To erase a name

Procedure to delete custom names assigned to input sources.

Giving a name to each preset radio station

How to assign custom names to preset radio stations.

To change a name

How to modify existing custom names for input sources or stations.

Using remote controller

Overview

Introduction to the remote controller's functions and operation.

Using the remote controller to control each device

General steps for operating connected components with the remote.

Controlling the DTR-7.1

How to operate the main unit using the remote controller.

Controlling an Integra;Onkyo CD player

How to control an Integra/Onkyo CD player using the remote.

Controlling an Integra;Onkyo MD recorder

How to control an Integra/Onkyo MD recorder using the remote.

Controlling an Integra;Onkyo cassette tape deck

How to control an Integra/Onkyo cassette tape deck using the remote.

Calling up a preset radio station

How to select preset radio stations using the remote.

Controlling an Integra DVD player

How to control an Integra DVD player using the remote controller.

SAT, CABLE, VCR, and TV MODE buttons

How to program the remote for TV, VCR, Cable, and Satellite devices.

Programming the commands of remote controllers for other devices into the remote controller

Programming procedure

Step-by-step guide for learning commands from other remote controllers.

Erasing the programmed command from one button

How to erase a single programmed command from a remote button.

Erasing all the commands programmed under a MODE button

How to erase all commands assigned to a specific MODE button.

Using a Macro function

What is a Macro function?

Explanation of what a macro function is and its purpose.

Programming a Macro function

Step-by-step guide for programming a sequence of operations into a macro.

Programming the Direct Macro function

How to program a macro into the dedicated DIRECT MACRO button.

Running a Direct Macro function

How to execute a programmed direct macro function.

Erasing a macro from the MODE MACRO button

How to erase a macro from a MODE MACRO button.

Erasing a direct macro from the DIRECT MACRO button

How to erase a macro from the DIRECT MACRO button.

Erasing all commands and macros that have been programmed

Procedure to reset the remote controller to factory defaults by erasing all programmed data.

Troubleshooting guide

POWER

Solutions for issues related to power on/off and protection circuits.

SPEAKERS

Troubleshooting sound issues related to speakers, especially center and surround back speakers.

Low frequency humming is heard

Causes and solutions for humming noise issues.

Howling is heard when the volume is turned up

Troubleshooting causes of howling sounds at high volumes.

Rough or scratchy sound is heard. High range is not clear.

Solutions for sound clarity and scratchy audio problems.

No sound is output from the surround back speakers.

Reasons for lack of sound from surround back speakers and how to fix them.

FM;AM TUNER

Solutions for AM/FM reception issues, noise, and weak signals.

VIDEO and AUDIO

Troubleshooting for video display, OSD, picture/sound sync, and no sound issues.

REMOTE CONTROLLER

Solutions for remote controller not functioning, dead batteries, or incorrect mode.

Components in remote zone (Zone 2) do not operate properly.

Issues with remote zone components and interference.

Specifications