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Integra DTR-8.4 User Manual

Integra DTR-8.4
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AV Receiver
DTR-8.4
Instruction Manual
DTR-8.4En.book Page 1 Thursday, October 16, 2003 11:09 AM

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Integra DTR-8.4 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandIntegra
ModelDTR-8.4
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

Precautions

For U.S. Models

Specific precautions for models sold in the United States.

FCC Information for User

Regulatory information regarding FCC compliance and user responsibilities.

For Canadian model

Specific precautions for models sold in Canada.

Features

Amplifier Section

Details on the amplifier's power output, sensitivity, and impedance specifications.

Audio/Video Capabilities

Lists supported audio formats, DSP capabilities, and video input/output options.

FM/AM Tuner

Information on tuner presets and automatic tuning features.

Other Features

Highlights of additional functionalities like OSD, remote control features, and Net-Tune.

Supplied Accessories

Before Using the DTR-8.4

Installing the Batteries

Step-by-step guide for inserting batteries into the remote controller.

Using the Remote Controller

Instructions on aiming the remote and optimal operating conditions.

Front & Rear Panels

Front Panel Overview

Description of buttons, indicators, and the display on the front of the unit.

Front & Rear Panels—Continued

Front Panel Controls

Detailed explanation of various buttons and functions located on the front panel.

Front & Rear Panels—Continued

Rear Panel Connections

Identification and explanation of all input and output ports on the rear of the unit.

Remote Controller

Amp Mode Operation

How to use the remote controller to control the DTR-8.4 unit itself.

Remote Controller—Continued

Net-Tune Mode

Instructions for operating Net-Tune features using the remote controller.

Remote Controller—Continued

DVD Mode

How to use the remote controller to operate a connected DVD player.

Remote Controller—Continued

MiniDisc Mode

Instructions for controlling a MiniDisc recorder with the remote.

Remote Controller—Continued

Tape Mode

How to use the remote controller to operate a cassette deck.

About Home Theater

Speaker Configuration Guide

Recommendations for connecting speakers for optimal surround sound experience.

Connecting the DTR-8.4

Positioning Your Speakers

Guidance on optimal placement of front, center, surround, and back speakers.

Attaching the Speaker Labels

Instructions on using color-coded labels for correct speaker terminal identification.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting Your Speakers

Step-by-step process for connecting speaker cables to the unit's terminals.

Connecting a Powered Subwoofer

How to connect a powered subwoofer to the DTR-8.4's subwoofer output.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna

Instructions for setting up the supplied indoor FM antenna.

Connecting the AM Loop Antenna

Guide for connecting the supplied indoor AM loop antenna.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna

Steps for connecting an external FM antenna and using adapters.

Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna

How to connect an external AM antenna for improved reception.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

AV Cables & Sockets

Overview of various video and audio cable types and their corresponding sockets.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting Your TV or Projector

Explains different video connection methods for outputting to a TV or projector.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting a DVD Player

Detailed instructions for connecting DVD players via various video and audio formats.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Using Multichannel Connections

How to connect players with multichannel analog outputs for DVD-Audio.

Connecting a VCR for Playback

Steps to connect a VCR for playing back video and audio through the DTR-8.4.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting a D-VHS VCR for Playback

Guide for connecting a D-VHS VCR for video and audio playback.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting a VCR for Recording

Instructions for connecting a VCR for recording signals from the DTR-8.4 or other sources.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting Other Video Sources—TV, Satellite, Cable, Set-top box, LD Player, etc.

How to connect various video sources like TVs, satellite boxes, and LD players.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting a Camcorder, Games Console, etc.

Guide for connecting camcorders and game consoles to the unit.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting a CD Player

How to connect CD players using optical, coaxial, or analog audio connections.

Connecting a Cassette Recorder

Steps for connecting cassette recorders for audio input and output.

Connecting a DAT, CD, or MD Recorder

Instructions for connecting digital recorders instead of cassette recorders.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting a Turntable

How to connect a turntable, including phono inputs and ground wire connection.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting a Power Amp

How to connect an external power amplifier to the DTR-8.4 for increased power.

Connecting Components

Information on using the Remote Interactive (RI) system to control other components.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Connecting the Power Cords of Other Components

How to use the unit's AC outlets to power other AV components.

Connecting the Power Cord

Instructions for connecting the main power cord to the unit and wall outlet.

Connecting the DTR-8.4—Continued

Turning On the DTR-8.4

How to power on the unit using the front panel button or the remote controller.

Basic Setup

About the Onscreen Setup Menus (OSD)

Explanation of the OSD system for configuring the DTR-8.4.

Basic Setup—Continued

Speaker Settings

How to configure speaker impedance settings for optimal performance.

Basic Setup—Continued

Speaker Configuration

Guide on specifying speaker sizes (large/small) and subwoofer presence.

Basic Setup—Continued

Crossover Frequency Settings

How to select crossover frequencies based on speaker size for subwoofer integration.

Basic Setup—Continued

Speaker Distance Calibration

How to measure and input speaker distances for accurate sound staging.

Basic Setup—Continued

Speaker Level Calibration

Procedure for adjusting individual speaker volumes using the test tone.

Basic Setup—Continued

Input Setup

How to assign digital audio inputs to specific input sources for proper signal routing.

Digital Setup

Configuring the digital input format (PCM, Dolby, DTS) for each source.

Basic Setup—Continued

Video Setup

Assigning composite and S-Video inputs to specific input sources for video signal routing.

Basic Setup—Continued

Component Video Setup

Assigning component video inputs to specific sources for high-quality video transmission.

Basic Setup—Continued

Remote Setup

Specifying the location of an IR receiver for remote control operation.

Changing the DTR-8.4’s Remote Control ID

How to change the remote controller ID to avoid interference with other components.

Basic Setup—Continued

Changing the Remote Controller’s Control ID

Steps to modify the remote controller's ID for multi-component environments.

Specifying the TV System (Australian model only)

Setting the TV system format (PAL/NTSC) for regions outside North America.

Basic Setup—Continued

Changing the Input Source Display for Use with a MiniDisc Recorder

Adjusting the input source display label for specific recorder compatibility.

Basic Operation

Selecting the Source AV Component

Guide on choosing which connected AV component to listen to or watch.

Basic Operation—Continued

Muting the DTR-8.4

How to temporarily mute the audio output of the DTR-8.4.

Using the Sleep Timer

Setting the unit to automatically turn off after a specified period.

Setting the Display Brightness

Adjusting the brightness level of the unit's front panel display.

Using Headphones

Connecting headphones for private listening and their operational modes.

Basic Operation—Continued

Setting the Input Signal Format

Configuring the signal format (analog, digital, multichannel) for each input source.

Fixing the Digital Input Format

Specifying accepted digital formats (DTS, PCM) for each digital input.

Basic Operation—Continued

Using the Tuner

How to tune into AM and FM radio stations using the built-in tuner.

Tuning into Radio Stations

Methods for manually tuning and automatically scanning for radio stations.

Presetting Radio Stations

Steps to store favorite radio stations as presets for quick access.

Basic Operation—Continued

Selecting Presets

How to choose previously stored radio presets.

Deleting Presets

Process for removing stored radio presets.

Basic Operation—Continued

About the Listening Modes

Explains various surround sound and DSP listening modes available.

Basic Operation—Continued

DSP Modes

Details on various digital signal processing modes like Orchestra, Studio-Mix, etc.

Basic Operation—Continued

Selecting Listening Modes

How to choose appropriate listening modes for different audio sources and speaker setups.

Basic Operation—Continued

Using the Digital Surround Modes

Explains how to utilize Dolby Digital, DTS, and THX surround modes effectively.

Basic Operation—Continued

Displaying Source Information

How to view details about the current input source and its signal format.

Basic Operation—Continued

Adjusting the Volume of Individual Speakers

How to fine-tune the volume level for each speaker individually.

Using the Re-EQ function

Correcting harsh high-frequency content in soundtracks for better theater playback.

Using the Late Night function (Dolby Digital only)

Reducing dynamic range for late-night listening without disturbing others.

Advanced Operation

Using the Multichannel Input

How to connect and utilize multichannel analog audio inputs for advanced audio formats.

Advanced Operation—Continued

Selecting the Multichannel Input

Choosing the specific input source for multichannel audio playback.

Adjusting the Volume of Individual Speakers for the Multichannel Input

Fine-tuning speaker volumes when using the multichannel input.

Advanced Operation—Continued

Recording

Explains how to record audio and video from various sources.

Recording the Current Input Source

Steps for recording the currently active input signal.

Recording a Separate Input Source

How to record one source while listening to another.

Advanced Operation—Continued

Recording Separate AV Sources

Techniques for dubbing audio from one source onto video recordings from another.

Advanced Setup

Assigning Listening Modes to Input Sources

Automatically selecting listening modes based on the input source.

Advanced Setup—Continued

Assigning the A & B 12V Trigger Outputs

How to link trigger outputs to specific input sources for automated component control.

Audio Adjust Functions

Overview of settings for tailoring audio and listening mode characteristics.

Advanced Setup—Continued

3-1. Tone Control

Adjusting bass and treble levels for individual speakers.

3-2. Surround Speakers

Configuring surround speaker usage for different audio formats.

3-3. Sound Effect

Settings for sound effects like Re-EQ, Upsampling, and Double Bass.

3-4. Delay

Adjusting A/V sync and relative speaker delays for optimal audio-video alignment.

Advanced Setup—Continued

3-5. LFE Level

Adjusting the subwoofer's LFE channel volume for Dolby Digital and DTS sources.

3-6. Mono

Settings for mono playback, including Academy Filter and channel handling.

3-7. Theater-Dimensional

Configuring settings for the Theater-Dimensional listening mode.

Advanced Setup—Continued

3-8. Surround

Settings for default surround modes based on analog/PCM and digital input signals.

3-9. THX

Configuration options for THX listening modes, including decoder and effect settings.

3-10. DSP Modes

Settings for various DSP listening modes, including front effects and reverb levels.

Advanced Setup—Continued

Setting Preferences

Customizing general preferences like volume display, muting level, and power-on volume.

4-1. Volume Setup

Options for volume display mode, muting level, maximum volume, and power-on volume.

4-2. Headphones Level

Adjusting headphone volume relative to the main volume output.

Advanced Setup—Continued

4-3. OSD Setup

Customizing onscreen display settings like background color and immediate display.

4-4. OSD Position

Adjusting the position of onscreen setup menus on the display.

Naming Presets & Input Sources

How to assign custom names to radio presets and input sources.

Advanced Setup—Continued

Using IntelliVolume

Setting input levels for individual sources to ensure consistent volume.

Net-Tune

About Net-Tune

Introduction to Net-Tune client functionality for network audio and internet radio.

Network Requirements

Details on necessary Ethernet and internet connection configurations for Net-Tune.

Net-Tune—Continued

Networking Your DTR-8.4

Diagrams and instructions for connecting the unit to an Ethernet network.

Net-Tune—Continued

Using Internet Radio

How to tune into and select stations from Internet radio services.

Net-Tune—Continued

Presetting Internet Radio Stations

Storing favorite internet radio stations as presets for quick selection.

Selecting Internet Radio Presets

How to access and play previously stored internet radio presets.

Deleting Internet Radio Presets

Process for removing unwanted internet radio presets.

Net-Tune—Continued

Playing network audio server Tracks

How to select and play music files stored on a network audio server.

Net-Tune—Continued

Selecting Items by Letter

Using the first letter to quickly find music items on the server.

Playing Net-Tune Tracks Randomly

Playing a random selection of tracks from the server.

Playing Net-Tune Tracks Repeatedly

Setting tracks to play repeatedly (single track or entire list).

Net-Tune—Continued

Music Server Settings

How to select a network audio server and configure track information display.

Net-Tune—Continued

Network Settings

Manually configuring network settings like IP address, proxy, and client setup.

Net-Tune—Continued

5-1. IP Address

Setting IP address, subnet mask, gateway, and DNS server manually.

5-2. Proxy Setup

Configuring proxy server settings for internet radio access.

5-3. Mac Address

Viewing the unit's MAC address.

5-4. Client Setup

Checking client name and configuring Wakeup on LAN and NTSP port settings.

Zone 2

Connecting Zone 2

Explains different methods for setting up Zone 2 audio playback.

Using a Receiver/Integrated Amp in Zone 2

Connecting Zone 2 audio via a receiver/integrated amp.

Using a Power Amp in Zone 2

Connecting Zone 2 audio through an external power amplifier.

Using Only Speakers in Zone 2

Connecting Zone 2 speakers directly to the DTR-8.4.

Zone 2—Continued

Using the 12V Trigger

How the 12V trigger output controls Zone 2 components.

Using a Multiroom Kit with Zone 2

Connecting the DTR-8.4 to a multiroom system for Zone 2 control.

Using a Multiroom Kit with a Cabinet

Using a multiroom kit to control the unit when installed in a cabinet.

Using a Multiroom Kit with Other Components

Using an IR emitter to control other components via Zone 2.

Zone 2—Continued

Setting the Surr Back/Zone 2 Outputs

Configuring the surround back terminals for either surround back or Zone 2 use.

Zone 2—Continued

Controlling Zone 2

How to turn on, select sources, and adjust volume for Zone 2 operation.

Using the Remote Controller with Other Components

Entering a Remote Control Code

Steps to program the remote to control other AV devices using codes.

Remote Control Codes for an Integra/Onkyo DVD Player

Specific remote control codes for controlling Integra/Onkyo DVD players.

Using the Remote Controller with Other Components—Continued

Remote Control Codes

Comprehensive list of remote control codes for various brands of DVD players, VCRs, etc.

Using the Remote Controller with Other Components—Continued

Controlling a Satellite Receiver

How to use the remote controller to operate a satellite receiver.

Controlling a VCR

Instructions for controlling a VCR with the DTR-8.4 remote.

Using the Remote Controller with Other Components—Continued

Controlling a TV

How to use the remote controller to operate a television.

Controlling a Cable Receiver

Instructions for operating a cable receiver with the remote.

Using the Remote Controller with Other Components—Continued

Learning Commands from Another Remote Controller

How to teach the DTR-8.4 remote new commands from other remotes.

Using the Remote Controller with Other Components—Continued

Using Macros

Programming sequences of actions (macros) for single-button execution.

Making Macros

Guide on creating custom macros with multiple actions.

Using the Remote Controller with Other Components—Continued

Running Macros

How to execute programmed macros.

Naming Macros

Assigning custom names to created macros.

Using the Remote Controller with Other Components—Continued

Adding New Remote Controller Modes

How to add support for new types of components to the remote.

Reordering the Remote Controller Modes

Changing the sequence in which remote controller modes appear.

Using the Remote Controller with Other Components—Continued

Deleting Remote Controller Modes

Removing unwanted modes for components not in use.

Assigning Remote Controller Modes

Associating specific remote modes with input sources.

Using the Remote Controller with Other Components—Continued

Changing the Remote Controller’s Transmission Signal Format (IR/RF)

Switching between infrared (IR) and radio frequency (RF) signal transmission.

Resetting the Remote Controller

Restoring the remote controller to its original factory default settings.

Troubleshooting

Power Issues

Solutions for problems related to the unit not turning on or shutting off unexpectedly.

Audio Issues

Troubleshooting steps for no sound, low volume, or incorrect speaker output.

Speaker Output Problems

Diagnosing issues where only specific speakers produce sound.

Troubleshooting—Continued

Signal Format and Listening Mode Issues

Resolving problems related to specific signal formats or unavailable listening modes.

Video and OSD Display Problems

Troubleshooting no picture, incorrect OSD display, or poor reception.

Remote Controller Issues

Solutions for a non-functional remote controller, including battery and obstruction checks.

Troubleshooting—Continued

Component Control and Learning Issues

Problems controlling other components or learning commands for the remote.

Recording Issues

Troubleshooting problems related to recording audio and video.

Zone 2 and Net-Tune Issues

Solutions for Zone 2 operation problems and Net-Tune connectivity or playback errors.

Troubleshooting—Continued

Headphone and Setting Change Issues

Problems with headphone sound, changing settings, or audio adjust functions.

Error Messages and System Reset

Explanations of error messages and how to perform a system reset.

Specifications

Amplifier Section Specifications

Technical details of the amplifier's performance, sensitivity, and impedance.

Tuner Section Specifications

Technical data for the FM and AM tuner performance.

General Specifications

Details on power supply, dimensions, weight, and connectivity options.

Video & Audio I/O Specifications

Lists of video and audio input/output types, digital interfaces, and pre-outs.

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