Page 2 - Important Safeguards; WARNING; AVIS
2 1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructio...
Page 3 - Precautions
3 A N T E N N AD I S C H A R G E U N I T( N E C S E C T I O N 8 1 0 - 2 0 ) G R O U N D I N G C O N D U C T O R S( N E C S E C T I O N 8 1 0 - 2 1 ) G R O U N D C L A M P S P O W E R S E R V I C E G R O U N D I N GE L E C T R O D E S Y S T E M( N E C A R T 2 5 0 , P A R T H ) N E C – N A T I O N A L...
Page 4 - Contents; Before using; Minimum speaker configuration for; Operating components not reached by the; If the remote controller signal does not reach; Setup and operation
4 Contents Before using Important Safeguards ......................................... 2 Precautions ......................................................... 3 Contents .............................................................. 4 Features ...........................................................
Page 5 - Remote controller; Erasing all the commands programmed
5 Contents Remote controller Using remote controller ................................... 56 Overview ........................................................................ 56 Calling up a preset radio station .................................... 56 Controlling an Onkyo cassette tape deck ............
Page 6 - Features; Amplifier Features; Other Performance Features; Supplied accessories; Check that the following accessories are supplied with the DTR-7.2.; THX Select
6 Features Amplifier Features ■ 100 W × 2 (Front)/100 W (Center)/100 W × 2 (Surround)/100 W (Surround Back) at 8 Ω , 20Hz-20kHz, 0.08% THD (FTC) ■ 6 Channel Amplifier ■ Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT) ■ Linear Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry ■ 192 kHz/24 Bit D/A Converters (except forSurround B...
Page 7 - Installing the remote controller batteries; Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing; Before using this unit; Using the remote controller
7 Installing the remote controller batteries 1. Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing and sliding the cover. 2. Insert two AA (R6 or UM-3) batteries into the battery compartment. Carefully follow the polarity diagram(positive (+) and negative (–) symbols) inside thebattery compartment. 3....
Page 8 - Front panel facilities; Front panel
8 Front panel facilities Here is an explanation of the controls and displays on the front panel of the DTR-7.2. Front panel Front panel display Rec out indicator Sleep indicator Tuning indicators Multi function display Zone 2 indicator Master Volume Standby/On Power On O f f psampling U Audio Select...
Page 9 - Front display
9 Front panel facilities For operational instructions, see page indicated in brackets [ ]. Power switch [26] Turns on and off the main power supply for the DTR-7.2. Standby/On button [26] When this button is pressed with the main power switch turned on,the DTR-7.2 turns on and the display lights up....
Page 10 - CH
10 Remote controller SEND/LEARN indicator This indicator acts as a guide when commands are programmed intoor sent by the remote controller. It also warns the user when an erroris made or battery power is low. ON/STDBY button [26] ON: Turns on the DTR-7.2. STDBY: Places the DTR-7.2 in the standby sta...
Page 11 - VOL
11 Remote controller VOL button [50, 53] For adjusting the volume. TEST/MENU button TEST: Outputs a test tone for setting speaker levels. Use this button in conjunction with the LEVEL / and CH SELbuttons to calibrate the speakers levels without entering the Setupmenu. When TEST button is pressed, th...
Page 12 - Rear panel facilities; • Since an analog connection must be made when using Rec Out
12 DIGITAL OUTPUT PRE OUT ANTENNA DIGITAL INPUT OPT COAX 2 3 1 2 3 FRONT SUB SURR SURRBACK CENTER R L AUDIO R L PH CD OUT IN TAPE R L AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO MONITOR OUT R L OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN IN IN ZONE 2 DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO Y P B P R OUTPUT I...
Page 13 - • When connecting a VCR or other video component, make sure
13 PRE OUT FRONT SUB SURR CENTER R L SURR BACK / MULTI CINPUT FRONT 2 3 1 DIGITAL OUTPUT OPT COAX DIGITAL INPUT Front input Surround input Surround back Center Subwoofer R (red) L (white) R (red) L (white) R (red) L (white) 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Rear panel facilities Power amplifier 1. Front left speaker ...
Page 15 - MULTI CHANNEL INPUT; GND
15 IR IN/OUT If the DTR-7.2 is located inside a rack or cabinet that will not allowinfrared beams to reach the IR sensor, you will need to connect aremote sensor to IR IN input to be able to use the remote controller.Then install the remote sensor in an unblocked location where youcan easily point t...
Page 16 - Connections; Connecting your audio components; Digital Setup (see page
16 Connections Here is an explanation of how to connect the main components to theDTR-7.2 in the standard manner. There are many ways that any onecomponent can be connected, and it is up to you to decide whichmethod best fits your situation. The directions given here are onlyone option and should on...
Page 17 - Video Setup; Connecting your video components; The flow of the video signals is as follows:; • The signal that comes in from VIDEO IN is sent to VIDEO OUT
17 Connections Video connection cable S video connection cable Component video connection cable : Signal flow Audio connection cable Left (white) Right (red) L R P R P B Y P R P B Y PRE FRONT SUB SURR R GND FRONT SUB SURR SURRBACK R DIGITAL OUTPUT 2 3 1 2 3 1 OPT DIGITAL INPUT OPT COAX DIGITAL INPUT...
Page 18 - Connecting a DVD recorder or other digital video
18 Connections With the initial settings of the DTR-7.2, the DVD input source isset for digital input at the COAX 1 jack. If the digital connection is made at a different jack, this must bechanged at the Setup menu: Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page 34). 5. Connecting a DVD recorder or other dig...
Page 19 - Video; Connecting a television monitor or projector
19 Connections PRE FRONT SUB SURR R GND FRONT SUB SURR SURRBACK R DIGITAL OUTPUT 2 3 1 2 3 1 OPT DIGITAL INPUT OPT COAX DIGITAL INPUT SURRBACK TENNA DIO L PH CD OUT IN TAPE L AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO MONITOR OUT R L OUT IN OUT IN OUT IN IN IN ZONE 2 DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 DIO AUDIO VIDEO S V...
Page 20 - Important points regarding speaker placement; Connecting speakers
20 Before connecting the speakers, place them correctly by consultingthe instruction manuals that came with them.For surround playback, the configuration and placement of yourspeakers are very important. For THX surround EX playback, we recommend that you use aTHX speaker system that is certified by...
Page 21 - • Be sure to connect the positive and negative cables for the; to; • To prevent damage to circuitry,; • When you are using only one speaker or when you wish to listen to
21 Connecting a subwoofer Use the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack to connect a subwoofer witha built-in power amplifier. If your subwoofer does not have a built-inamplifier, connect an amplifier to the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jackand the subwoofer to the amplifier. Connecting the speaker cable 1. Strip away 5/8 in...
Page 22 - Connecting antennas; Connecting the AM antenna cable; Connecting the included antennas; Connecting the FM indoor antenna:; Assembling the AM loop antenna
22 Strip away theinsulation from the endof the cable, then fullyinsert the stripped endof the cable. (Indoor)AM loop antenna Connecting antennas Connecting the AM antenna cable 1. Press down the lever. 2. Insert the wire into the hole. 3. Release the lever. Insert into the hole. FM antenna Hint: Eit...
Page 23 - Connecting an AM outdoor antenna
23 Connecting antennas Outdoor antenna (Indoor)AM loop antenna To TV (or VCR) To receiver Connecting an AM outdoor antenna An outdoor antenna will be more effective if it is stretchedhorizontally above a window or outside. • Do not remove the AM loop antenna. • To avoid the risk of lightning and ele...
Page 24 - When using the ZONE 2 OUT terminals; Connect the remote zone speaker cables to the; Adjust the volume level at the amplifier.
24 When using the ZONE 2 OUT terminals The ZONE 2 OUT terminal is a constant output. Connect to theLINE input of the amplifier (CD, tape, etc.). Adjust the volumewith the amplifier connected to the ZONE 2 OUT terminal. 1. Connect the DTR-7.2 to the amplifier for the remote zone. 2. Connect the remot...
Page 26 - ON; Connecting the power
26 • The DTR-7.2 is shipped with the main power (Power) switch in the on position ( ON ). When the power cord is plugged in for the first time, the DTR-7.2 will automatically enter the standbystate and the Standby indicator will light (same condition afterstep 2 below). • Before you plug in the DTR-...
Page 27 - Setup menus; Button on remote controller; Using the and cursor buttons, select the menu; Navigating through the Setup menu
27 Setup menus When making the various settings required to configure your DTR-7.2 optimally, you can either use the OSD menu that appears on yourtelevision monitor or you can use the display on the front of the DTR-7.2. The OSD menu is a settings menu that is displayed on your TVmonitor. For use as...
Page 28 - next to their
28 Setup menus 4.Preference 1.Volume Setup 2.Headphone Level Setup 3.OSD Setup 4.OSD Position Quit:|SETUP| 4.Preference 1.Volume Setup 2.Headphone Level 3.OSD Setup 4.OSD Position |ENTER|Quit:|SETUP| 3.Audio Adjust 9.THX Setup10.Mono Movie Setup11.Enhanced 7 Setup12.Orchestra Setup13.Unplugged Setup...
Page 29 - Hardware Setup; Hardware Setup menu
29 Hardware Setup 0-1. Speaker Impedance sub-menu Set the impedance level to match the specifications of the speakersyou are using.If the impedances of all speakers are between 6 and 16 Ω , select “6 ohms.” If the impedance of even one speaker is between 4 and 6 Ω , select “4 ohms.” Note: Before you...
Page 30 - Speaker Setup; Speaker Setup menu
30 Speaker Setup 1-1. Speaker Config sub-menu Here you will enter which speakers are connected and the size ofeach speaker. a. Subwoofer Yes: Select when a subwoofer is connected. No: Select when a subwoofer is not connected. b. Front Large: Select if the front speakers are large sized. Small: Selec...
Page 32 - Calibrating the speaker levels
32 Speaker Setup Notes: • Speakers that you selected “No” or “None” for in the Speaker Config sub-menu will not appear. • To accurately set the output levels, it is recommended to use a handheld sound pressure level (SPL) meter. Set the meter to C-weighting andslow averaging. A Radio Shack ® SPL met...
Page 33 - a. Bass Peak Level Limiter
33 Speaker Setup a. Bass Peak Level Limiter On: Select to set the bass peak level. When “On” is selected, the Peak Level setting appears below. Off: Select to turn off the bass peak level limiting function. 1-4. Bass Peak Level(Bass Peak Level Manager * ) sub-menu Setting the bass peak level is impo...
Page 34 - Input Setup; Initial settings for each input source; Connect your digital components to any of the
34 Input Setup Initial settings for each input source Input source Digital input CD OPT 1 PHONO ---- FM AM TAPE OPT 2 VIDEO 1 COAX 2 VIDEO 2 COAX 3 VIDEO 3 OPT 3 VIDEO 4 ---- VIDEO 5 Optical on front panel (fixed) DVD COAX 1 ---- : Available for digital input but not set in initial settings. : Not a...
Page 37 - Select to display the name you enter when the input source
37 Input Setup 2-4. Character Input sub-menu This sub-menu allows you to give names to the stations you havepreset for the AM/FM tuner, and to the input sources you haveconnected (excluding the tuner itself). Up to 10 characters can beentered for each name. For example, if you have a DVD connected t...
Page 38 - Relationship between input source and listening mode; * The 5.1-channel digital surround format has a variety of versions
38 Input Setup Relationship between input source and listening mode The listening modes that can be set are different for each input source format. Note:You may not be able to select all the listening modes shown here depending on your speaker configuration or the selected input source. * The 5.1-ch...
Page 39 - Listening Modes; Subwoofer also can be used for playback.; DOLBY PRO LOGIC II; This mode can be used with VHS and DVD videos with the; Input source signals
39 Input Setup Listening Modes Mono This mode is for playing old movies whose sound is recorded inmonaural or playing left and right channels separately in the movieswhich contains the different language signals recorded intoindividual channels. This mode also allows you to listen to themultiplexed ...
Page 41 - Audio Adjust; Audio Adjust Setup menu; Set the various parameters for the sound signals.; Parameter
41 Audio Adjust 3. Audio Adjust Setup menu Set the various parameters for the sound signals. Surround L/R: This outputs the sound to the surround left and right speakers as normal and outputs nothing to the surroundback speaker. Surround Back: This outputs the sound to the surround back speakers and...
Page 43 - d) Virtual Surr Level
43 Audio Adjust b) Center For systems that have a center speaker, the center channel signal canbe output from the center speaker. For instance, in systems where thefront left and right speakers are small, use of the center speaker mayprovide a better sound space. (If your system uses a center speake...
Page 44 - f) Pro Logic II Music Center Width
44 Audio Adjust f) Pro Logic II Music Center Width In Pro Logic II decoding, outstanding center signal will be outputonly from center speaker. When the center speaker is not used, thedecoder divide the center signal equally to each front left and rightspeakers to create “phantom” center sound image....
Page 46 - Preference; This displays the volume with a minimum of min (0)
46 Preference 4-1. Volume Setup sub-menu This sub-menu allows you to make various settings concerning thevolume control of the DTR-7.2. a. Volume Display You can choose from two ways of displaying the volume setting onscreen. Absolute: This displays the volume with a minimum of min (0) for no sound ...
Page 48 - Listening to Radio Broadcasts; Tuning into a radio station; Press either the AM or FM input; Listening to a stereo radio station (FM mode); press the FM Mode button; FM Mode
48 Listening to Radio Broadcasts One of the features of the DTR-7.2 that is most frequently used is itsability to play FM and AM broadcast radio stations. The DTR-7.2provides a number of listening modes perfect for listening to theradio and getting the most out of your audio system. Also, bypresetti...
Page 49 - Erasing a preset radio station; Presetting a radio station; FM AM
49 2. Press the Preset / buttons and select the number of the desiredpreset station. Listening to Radio Broadcasts Erasing a preset radio station This can only be performed at the DTR-7.2. 1. Press the AM or FM button and press the Preset / buttons toselect the preset radio station thatyou want eras...
Page 50 - Enjoying music or videos with the DTR-7.2; Listening with headphones; Tone Control. This function only affects the front left and; Temporarily turning off the sound; To use the remote controller, first press the RCVR button.; Press the input source (or input selector on the; Turn on the corresponding component and play the; buttons on the remote controller or turn the Master; Phones
50 Enjoying music or videos with the DTR-7.2 Though the DTR-7.2 is often used to listen to the radio, it does notshow you its true ability until it is used to play music or watchvideos, DVDs, and the like. The DTR-7.2 has the latest in state-of-the-art features to play back today’s acoustic technolo...
Page 51 - Changing the listening mode; Direct; Entering names for input sources and tuner stations; To correct entered characters
51 Changing the listening mode To change the listening mode during playback, press the listeningmode buttons.The functions of the buttons on the DTR-7.2 and those on the remotecontroller are the same. Direct (DIRECT): Changes the listening mode directly to the Direct listening mode. If pressed, the ...
Page 52 - Using the sleep time (remote controller only); Adjusting the brightness of the front display; Switching the display
52 Enjoying music or videos with the DTR-7.2 Using the sleep time (remote controller only) The SLEEP button enables you to set the DTR-7.2 to turn offautomatically after a specified time period. If you press it once, theDTR-7.2 will turn off after 90 minutes. Each time it is pressedthereafter, the r...
Page 53 - Changing the audio mode; “Multich”; Select this setting to play back the input; Enjoying the multichannel output; To make bass and; Audio Selector
53 Changing the audio mode Press the Audio Selector button on the front panel (or AUDIO buttonon the remote controller) to change the audio mode. Each time thebutton is pressed, the mode changes from “Auto” → “Multich” → “Analog” and back to “Auto.” The “Auto” audio mode isrecommended for normal cir...
Page 54 - Enjoying music in the remote zone; Playing music using the buttons on the DTR-7.2; Selecting an input source:; Off
54 Enjoying music in the remote zone Playing music using the buttons on the DTR-7.2 1. Press the Zone 2 button on the DTR-7.2. 2. Select a source. After pressing the Zone 2 button, you must press an input sourcebutton within 5 seconds. The Zone 2 indicator lights. To select the same source for the r...
Page 55 - Recording a source; Rec Out
55 Recording a source Master Volume Standby/On Power On O f f psampling U Audio Selector Tape FM AM Phono CD Digital Video 1 VCR 1 Video 3 Video 2 VCR 2 Video 4 Video 5 DVD Zone 2 ( ) GRN Rec ( ) RED A-FO RM Listening Mode Memory Video 5 / Video Cam Input Stereo Direct DSP Surround THX Clear FM Mode...
Page 56 - Using remote controller; Overview; Calling up a preset radio station; Press the CH or button to select the desired; Controlling an Onkyo cassette tape deck
56 Using remote controller Overview The RC-461M remote controller is a useful tool to help you operatethe components of your home theater. To do so, first press the Modebutton that corresponds to the device you wish to control. Thensimply press the desired operation button and the component willoper...
Page 57 - Controlling an Integra/Onkyo CD player; STDBY
57 Controlling an Integra/Onkyo CD player The connector of the Integra/Onkyo compact disc player must be connected to the DTR-7.2 (see page 14). 1. Press the CD MODE button. The CD MODE button lights green. 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the o...
Page 58 - Controlling an Integra/Onkyo DVD player; DISC
58 Using remote controller Controlling an Integra/Onkyo DVD player The connector of the Integra/Onkyo DVD player must be connected to the DTR-7.2 (see page 14). 1. Press the DVD MODE button. The DVD MODE button lights green. 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to ...
Page 59 - Controlling an Integra/Onkyo MD recorder
59 Controlling an Integra/Onkyo MD recorder The connector of the Integra/Onkyo MD recorder must be connected to the DTR-7.2 (see page 14). 1. Press the MD MODE button. The MD MODE button lights green. 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operati...
Page 60 - Learning a pre-programming code; Find the 3-digit number for the brand name of the; DISPLAY
60 Learning a pre-programming code SEND/LEARNindicator Numeric keys Buttons thatcan be pre-programmed Learning a pre-programming code By learning a pre-programming code, you can make the RC-461Mremote controller able to operate a product from another brand. Thebuttons that are used for operation are...
Page 61 - Pre-programming codes; CABLE; SAT; DVD; TV; VCR
61 Pre-programming codes Learning a pre-programming code CABLE BRAND SETTING No. GENERALINSTRUMENTS 500 GEMINI 501 HAMLIN 502, 503, 504, 505 JERROLD 500, 506, 507, 508,509, 510, 511, 512,513, 514 MACOM 515, 516, 517 MAGNAVOX 518 OAK 519, 520, 521 PANASONIC 522, 523 PHILIPS 524, 525, 526, 527,528, 52...
Page 62 - Operating your programmed remote controller
62 Operating your programmed remote controller Numeric keys CABLE MODE (Cable Mode) 1. Press the CABLE MODE button. The CABLE button lights green. 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operationbuttons that can be used to control your cable TV un...
Page 64 - Programming procedure
64 Programming the commands of remote controllersfor other devices into the remote controller 2 to 6 inches(5 to 15 cm ) Buttons that cannot be programmed. SEND/LEARNindicator MODEbuttons MODE buttons Programming procedure When programming the commands of another remote controller tothe RC-461M remo...
Page 66 - You can only erase memorized commands and not preset ones.; Press and hold down the desired MODE button for; • If no button is pressed for more than 30 seconds during the; ENTER
66 Programming the commands of remote controllers for other devices into theremote controller SEND/LEARNindicator MODEbuttons SEND/LEARNindicator MODEbuttons Erasing the programmed command from onebutton You can only erase memorized commands and not preset ones. 1. Press and hold down the desired MO...
Page 67 - Using a Macro function; Programming a Macro function; What is a Macro function?; only pressing two buttons; MODE MACRO
67 Using a Macro function Programming a Macro function You can program a different macro into the MODE MACRO buttonfor each of the eight MODE buttons. The macro is then executed bypressing the appropriate MODE button and then pressing the MODEMACRO button. For example, to program the macro described...
Page 68 - Programming the Direct Macro function; DIRECT
68 Using a Macro function Programming the Direct Macro function With the direct macro function, you can program a series of buttonoperations as a macro into the DIRECT MACRO button so themacro can be executed with just one touch. Note that for the directmacro function, only one macro can be programm...
Page 69 - Erasing a macro from the MODE MACRO button; Press and hold down the desired MODE button,; Press and hold down any one of the eight MODE
69 Using a Macro function Erasing a macro from the MODE MACRO button 1. Press and hold down the desired MODE button, press the MODE MACRO button, and then releaseboth buttons. When you press the MODE button, it lights green and theSEND/LEARN indicator lights. When you press the MODEMACRO button, the...
Page 71 - Specifications
71 Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION Continuous Average Power output (FTC) All channels: 100 watts per channel min. RMS at8 ohms, 2 channels driven from 20Hz to 20 kHz with no more than0.08% total harmonic distortion.130 watts min. RMS at 6 ohms, 2channels driven from 1 kHz withno more than 0.1% tota...
Page 72 - Troubleshooting guide; POWER
72 Troubleshooting guide If a problem occurs while you are using the remote controller, firsttry to operate the controls on the front panel of the DTR-7.2 to makesure that it is not due to a malfunction (or worn out batteries) in theremote controller. POWER Power shuts off immediately after power on...
Page 73 - VIDEO and AUDIO; Desired picture does not appear.; REMOTE CONTROLLER; LATE NIGHT function cannot be used.; If one of the messages shown below appears; Multichannel audio is not output.
73 Troubleshooting guide VIDEO and AUDIO Desired picture does not appear. • Improper connection. ➞ Check the connection again. Insert the plugs and connectorscompletely. No OSD Menu display. • Improper connection. ➞ Check connections. • OSD Menu is displayed when monitor is connected to VIDEO or S V...
Page 74 - Memo
