Contents
AV Receiver
Before using
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TX-DS797
Facilities and connections
Setup and operation
Remote controller
Appendix
Instruction Manual
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Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and plugging in the unit. 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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21. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,
electric shock, or other hazards.
22. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to the
appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the appliance is in proper operation condition.
FIGURE 1:
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The appliance should be mounted
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
24. Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appli-
ances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
S2898A
Precautions
1. Recording Copyright
For U.S. models
Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is
illegal without permission of the copyright holder.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s at-
tention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground
shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close
to the point of cable entry as practical.
2. AC Fuse
The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user-serviceable. If power
does not come on, contact your Onkyo authorized service station.
3. Care
From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and the
cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth in a
weak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry, and
wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately with a clean
cloth. Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemi-
cal solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or remove
the panel lettering.
FCC Information for User
CAUTION:
The user changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installa-
tion. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equip-
ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-
ence by one or more of the following measures:
4. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME,
READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
The voltage of the available power supply differs according to
country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area
where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC
230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel.
Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform
to local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch to match the volt-
age of the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
For British models
Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord
of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
For Canadian models
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live
NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES
WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the termi-
nals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the termi-
nal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
Modèle pour les Canadien
REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA
CLASSE B EST CON-FORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU
CANADA.
IMPORTANT
A 5 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be
replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5
amperes and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check
for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE
SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE
SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DIS-
POSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED
INTO ANY 13 AMPERE SOCKET.
Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS
ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE
DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA
PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
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Contents
Before using
Setup and operation
Important Safeguards......................................... 2
Precautions ......................................................... 3
Contents .............................................................. 4
Features ............................................................... 6
Supplied accessories ......................................... 6
Setup menus ..................................................... 26
Navigating through the Setup menu .............................. 27
Hardware Setup................................................. 28
0. Hardware Setup menu ............................................. 28
0-1. Speaker Impedance sub-menu ................................ 28
0-2. IR IN Setup sub-menu ............................................ 28
0-3. AM Frequency Step sub-menu ............................... 28
Before using this unit......................................... 7
Setting the Voltage selector (Worldwide models only) ... 7
Installing the remote controller batteries ......................... 7
Using the remote controller.............................................. 7
Speaker Setup ................................................... 29
1. Speaker Setup menu................................................. 29
1-1. Speaker Config sub-menu ...................................... 29
1-2. Speaker Distance sub-menu.................................... 30
1-3. Level Calibration sub-menu ................................... 31
1-4. Bass Peak Level (Bass Peak Level Manager*)
Facilities and connections
sub-menu ................................................................. 32
Front panel facilities ........................................... 8
Remote controller ............................................. 10
Rear panel facilities .......................................... 12
Input Setup ........................................................ 33
2. Input Setup menu ..................................................... 33
2-1. Digital Setup sub-menu .......................................... 33
2-2. Multichannel Setup sub-menu ................................ 34
2-3. Video Setup sub-menu ............................................ 35
2-4. Character Input sub-menu ...................................... 36
2-5. Intelli Volume sub-menu......................................... 36
2-6. Listening Mode Preset sub-menu ........................... 37
Connections ...................................................... 15
Connecting your audio components .............................. 15
Connecting your video components .............................. 16
Connecting speakers ....................................... 19
Ideal speaker configuration ............................................ 19
Minimum speaker configuration for
Audio Adjust...................................................... 40
surround sound playback ........................................ 19
3. Audio Adjust Setup menu ........................................ 40
Speaker placement.......................................................... 19
Connecting speakers ....................................................... 20
Connecting the speaker cable......................................... 20
Connecting a subwoofer................................................. 20
Preference ......................................................... 44
4. Preference menu ....................................................... 44
4-1. Volume Setup sub-menu ......................................... 44
4-2. Headphones Level Setup sub-menu ....................... 45
4-3. OSD Setup sub-menu.............................................. 45
4-4. OSD Position sub-menu ......................................... 45
Connecting the remote zone (Zone 2)
speakers ....................................................... 21
When using the ZONE 2 OUT terminals ...................... 21
Listening to Radio Broadcasts........................ 46
Tuning into a radio station ............................................. 46
Listening to a stereo radio station (FM mode) .............. 46
Presetting a radio station ................................................ 47
Selecting a preset radio station ...................................... 47
Erasing a preset radio station ......................................... 47
Operating components not reached by the
remote controller signals (IR IN/OUT) ....... 22
If the remote controller signal does not reach
the TX-DS797 remote sensor ................................. 22
If the remote controller signal does not reach
other components .................................................... 22
Connecting the power ...................................... 23
Listening to RDS broadcasts
(European models only).............................. 48
Connecting antennas ....................................... 24
Assembling the AM loop antenna .................................. 24
Connecting the AM antenna cable ................................. 24
Connecting the included antennas ................................. 24
Connecting an FM outdoor antenna............................... 25
Connecting an AM outdoor antenna .............................. 25
Directional linkage ......................................................... 25
Listening to RDS broadcasts .......................................... 48
PTY program types in Europe........................................ 48
Displaying Radio Text (RT) ........................................... 49
Performing a PTY scan .................................................. 49
Performing a TP scan ..................................................... 49
Connecting the antenna cable to the 75/300 Ω antenna adapter
(For all models other than European models) .............. 25
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Enjoying music or videos with the TX-DS797 ... 50
Basic operation ............................................................... 50
Temporarily turning off the sound ..................................... 50
Adjusting the bass and treble ......................................... 50
Listening with headphones............................................. 50
Changing the listening mode.......................................... 51
Entering names for input sources and tuner stations ..... 51
Switching the display ..................................................... 52
Adjusting the brightness of the front display ................ 52
Using the sleep time (remote controller only) ............... 52
Temporarily changing the speaker output levels ........... 52
Changing the audio mode............................................... 53
Enjoying the multichannel output .................................. 53
Programming the commands of remote
controllers for other devices into the
remote controller ......................................... 64
Programming procedure ................................................. 64
Erasing the programmed command from one button .... 66
Erasing all the commands programmed
under a MODE button ............................................ 66
Using a Macro function .................................... 67
What is a Macro function? .......................................... 67
Programming a Macro function ..................................... 67
Running a Macro function ............................................. 67
Programming the Direct Macro function....................... 68
Running a Direct Macro function .................................. 68
Erasing a macro from the MODE MACRO button ....... 69
Erasing a direct macro from the DIRECT MACRO button ..... 69
Erasing all commands and macros
Enjoying music in the remote zone ................ 54
Playing music using the buttons on the TX-DS797 ...... 54
Selecting an input source using the remote controller .. 54
that have been programmed.................................... 70
(Macro mode programming memo ............................... 70)
Recording a source .......................................... 55
To record the input source signal
you are currently watching or listening to ............. 55
To record an input source signal different from
that you are currently watching or listening to ...... 55
Apendix
Specifications ................................................... 71
Troubleshooting guide ..................................... 72
POWER .......................................................................... 72
SPEAKERS .................................................................... 72
FM/AM TUNER............................................................. 72
VIDEO and AUDIO ....................................................... 73
REMOTE CONTROLLER ............................................ 73
OTHER ........................................................................... 73
If one of the messages shown below appears ................ 73
Remote controller
Using remote controller ................................... 56
Overview ........................................................................ 56
Calling up a preset radio station .................................... 56
Controlling an Onkyo cassette tape deck ...................... 56
Controlling an Onkyo CD player ................................... 57
Controlling an Onkyo DVD player ................................ 58
Controlling an Onkyo MD recorder............................... 59
SAT, CABLE, VCR, and TV MODE buttons ................ 59
Learning a pre-programming code ................. 60
Learning a pre-programming code................................. 60
Pre-programming codes ................................................. 61
Operating your programmed
remote controller ......................................... 62
DVD MODE (DVD Player Mode) ................................ 62
SAT MODE (Satellite Tuner Mode) .............................. 62
CABLE MODE (Cable Mode)....................................... 62
VCR MODE (VCR Mode) ............................................. 63
TV MODE (TV Mode)................................................... 63
Declaration of Conformity
We,
ONKYO EUROPE
ELECTRONICS GmbH
INDUSTRIESTRASSE 20
82110 GERMERING,
GERMANY
declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described
in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding
technical standards such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and
EN61000-3-2, -3-3.
GERMERING, GERMANY
I. MORI
ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH
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Features
I Pre Out Terminals for Front L/R, Center,
Surround L/R, Surround back L/R and
Subwoofer
Amplifier Features
I 100 W×2 (Front)/100 W (Center)/100 W×2
(Surround)/100 W (Surround Back) at 8 Ω,
20Hz-20kHz, 0.08% THD (FTC)
FM/AM Tuner Features
I 40 FM/AM random presets
I FM auto tuning
I 135 W×2 (Front)/135 W (Center)/135 W×2
(Surround)/135 W (Surround Back) at 6 Ω (DIN)
I 160 W×2 (Front)/160 W(Center)/160 W×2
(Surround)/160 W (Surround Back) at 6 Ω (EIAJ)
I RDS (European models only) with PS, PTY,
RT, TP
I 6 Channel Amplifier
I Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT)
I Linear Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
Other Performance Features
I IntelliVolume
I Character Input
I 192 kHz/24 Bit D/A Converters (except for
Surround Back L/R)
I Powerful backlit/preprogrammed learning
I Ready for HDTV, Progressive-Scan DVD
remote with macro and mode-key LEDs
and DVD-Audio
I Zone-2 Capability
*
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” “Surround EX” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Audio/Video Features
I THX® Surround EX®
•
•
“Theater-Dimensional” is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.
Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights
reserved. Used under authorization.
I THX Select Certified
I Dolby®* Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II
•
•
Re-Equalization and the “Re-EQ” logo are trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd.
Manufactured under license of Lucasfilm Ltd.
I DTS, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix
“DTS,” “DTS-ES Extended Surround” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of
Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
6.1 and DTS Neo:6
I Theater-DimensionalTM Virtual Surround
•
•
Xantech is a registered trademark of Xantech Corporation.
Niles is a registered trademark of Niles Audio Corporation.
Mode
I Non-Scaling Configuration
I Onscreen displays (Basic menu/Advanced
THX Select
Before any home theatre component can be THX Select
certified, it must pass a rigorous series of quality and
performance tests. Only then can a product feature the THX
Select logo, which is your guarantee that the Home Theatre
products you purchase will give you superb performance for
many years to come. THX Select requirements define
hundreds of parameters, including power amplifier
performance, and pre-amplifier performance and operation
for both digital and analog domains. THX Select receivers
also feature proprietary THX technologies (e.g., THX Mode,
see page 39) which accurately translate film soundtracks for
home theater playback.
menu)
I 2 Wideband Component-Video Inputs/1
Output
I Composite to S-Video Conversion
I 6 S-Video Inputs/3 Outputs
I 6 Assignable Digital Inputs (3 optical/3
coaxial), 1 outputs, and 1 Digital Input
(optical)
Supplied accessories
The following accessories may be available
depending on the area which it was purchased.
Check that the following accessories are supplied with the TX-DS797.
Conversion plug × 1
AM loop antenna × 1
FM indoor antenna × 1
(Use this plug if the power cord plug of the TX-
DS797 does not fit your AC outlet. Shape may vary
depending on the area which it was purchased.)
R
C
-
4
6
0
M
Remote controller × 1
Batteries (AA, R6 or UM-3) × 2
75/300 Ω antenna adapter × 1
(For all models other than USA, Canadian and
European models)
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Before using this unit
Setting the Voltage selector
(Worldwide models only)
Using the remote controller
Point the remote controller toward the remote control sensor. The
STANDBY indicator lights up when the unit receives a signal from
the remote controller.
Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform
with local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch to match the
voltage of the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit.
Determine the proper voltage for your area: 220-230 V or 120 V.
If the preset voltage is not correct for your area, insert a screwdriver
into the groove in the switch. Slide the switch all the way to the
upper (120 V) or to the lower (220-230 V), whichever is appropriate.
Remote control sensor
TX-DS797
STANDBY indicator
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
PRE OUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
R
L
ANTENNA
FRONT SPEAKERS
SURR SPEAKERS
FRONT
SUB
OUTPUT
MONITOR
R
L
R
L
OUT
OPT
Y
CAUTION
:
SPEAKER
R
L
CENTER
IMPEDANCE
AC OUTLET
SWITCHED
100W MAX.
AM
4
6
OHMS MIN. OR
OHMS MIN.
OUT
IN
ZONE
DVD
2
P
P
B
DIGITAL
INPUT
COAX
/
SPEAKER
SURR
SEE
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL FOR
1
2
3
R
SURR
BACK
FM
75
OUT
IN
VIDEO
VIDEO
1
FRONT
SUB
MULTI CH
INPUT
VOLTAGE
AUDIO
L
R
OPT
1
CENTER
PH
OUT
IN
30˚
ACK
ER
SELECTOR
2
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
120V
SURR
2
3
CD
MODEL NO.
/
30˚
SURR
BACK
X-DS797
OUT
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
220-230V
IN
R
L
TAPE
IN
DIGITAL
INPUT
IN
4
120V
GND
R
L
AUDIO
AUDIO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
Approx. 16 feet
(5 meters)
220-230V
R
C
-
4
6
0
M
Notes:
Installing the remote controller batteries
• Place the unit away from strong light such as direct sunlight or
inverted fluorescent light which can prevent proper operation of
the remote controller.
1. Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing
and sliding the cover.
• Using another remote controller of the same type in the same
room or using the unit near equipment which uses infrared rays
may cause operational interference.
2. Insert two AA (R6 or UM-3) batteries into the battery
compartment. Carefully follow the polarity diagram
(positive (+) and negative (–) symbols) inside the
battery compartment.
• Do not put objects on the remote controller. Its buttons may be
pressed by mistake and drain the batteries.
• Make sure the audio rack doors do not have colored glass.
Placing the unit behind such doors may prevent proper remote
controller operation.
3. After batteries are installed and seated correctly,
replace the compartment cover.
• If there is any obstacle between the remote controller and the
remote control sensor, the remote controller will not operate.
1
2
3
Notes:
• Do not mix new batteries with old batteries or different kinds of
batteries.
• To avoid corrosion, remove the batteries if the remote controller
is not to be used for a long time.
• Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid damage from
corrosion. If the remote controller does not operate smoothly,
replace both the batteries at the same time.
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Front panel facilities
Here is an explanation of the controls and displays on the front panel of the TX-DS797.
Front panel
See illustration
below
DISPLAY
DIMMER
REC OUT
ZONE
2
OFF
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
SETUP
ENTER
TUNI NG
STANDBY
POWER
RE TURN
PRESET
ON
OFF
-
A FO RM LISTENING MODE MEMORY
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
FM MODE
MEMORY
UPSAMPLING
CLEAR
ZONE 2 (GRN)
REC ( RED)
PHONES
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT
AUDIO
SELECTOR
DVD
VIDEO 1
VCR 1
VIDEO 2
VCR 2
VIDEO 3
VIDEO 4
VIDEO 5
TAPE
FM
AM
PHONO
CD
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
DIGITAL
-
AV RECEIVER TX DS797
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
ITAL
-
AV RECEIVER TX DS797
SETUP
TUNI NG
ENTER
RE TURN
Protective cap
PRESET
-
A FO RM LISTENING MODE MEMORY
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
FM MODE
MEMORY
The VIDEO 5 INPUT jack is
equipped with a protective cap.
When using this jack, remove the
protective cap and keep it safely.
When not using this jack, replace
the protective cap.
CLEAR
Front panel display
Rec out indicator
Listening mode or
digital input format
indicators
(European
models only)
Sleep indicator
Tuning indicators
Zone 2 indicator
Multi function display
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For operational instructions, see page indicated in brackets [ ].
Note:
The Rec Out and Zone 2 buttons use the same circuit and therefore
cannot be used at the same time. When Rec Out is selected, nothing
is output to Zone 2, and vice versa. When ZONE 2 is selected, REC
OUT is automatically fixed to SOURCE.
POWER switch [23]
Turns on and off the main power supply for the TX-DS797.
STANDBY/ON button [23]
MASTER VOLUME dial [50, 53]
When this button is pressed with the main power switch turned on,
the TX-DS797 turns on and the display lights up. Press again to
return the TX-DS797 to the standby state.
The MASTER VOLUME dial is used to control the volume for the
main zone. The volume for the remote zone (Zone 2) is independent.
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT terminals [18]
STANDBY indicator [7, 23]
For connecting a video camera or game device.
Lights when the TX-DS797 is in the standby state and flashes when
a signal is received from the remote controller.
Input source buttons (DVD, VIDEO 1–5, TAPE, FM,
AM, PHONO, and CD) [23, 46, 50, 55]
DISPLAY button [52]
These buttons are used to select the input source for the main zone.
To select the input source for the remote zone (Zone 2) or recording
out (Rec Out), first press the ZONE 2 or REC OUT button, and then
the desired input source button. The input channel with its indicator
lit red is output to REC OUT and the one with its indicator lit green is
output to ZONE 2.
The DISPLAY button is used to display information about the
current input source signal. Each time you press the display button,
the screen changes to show you different information concerning the
input signal.
RT/PTY/TP (European models only) button [49]
This button is only available on European models. Use this button to
help tune into the Radio Data System (RDS) for FM broadcasting.
RDS was developed within the European Broadcasting Union
(EBU) and is available in most European countries. Each time the
button is pressed, the display changes from RT (radio text) to PTY
(program type) to TP (traffic program) and then back to RT again.
AUDIO SELECTOR button [53]
This button is used to select the type of audio input signal. Each time
pressed, the setting cycles from “Auto” → “Multich” → “Analog”
and back. When multichannel is not selected, the setting just changes
back and forth between “Auto” and “Analog.”
PHONES jack [50]
This is a standard stereo jack for connecting stereo headphones.
DISPLAY
RT/PTY/TP
UPSAMPLING indicator [40]
Lights during upsampling. This function is available when the input
source is Analog/PCM and the listening mode is set to the stereo or
surround (Dolby Pro Logic II only) mode.
DIMMER button [52]
Press to set the brightness of the front display. There are 3 settings
available: normal, dark, and very dark.
Remote control sensor [7]
• The dimmer control for the front display can be performed at the
remote controller.
TUNING / , PRESET / , cursor ( / / / )
buttons [27, 46, 47]
Front display
To tune in a radio station, use the
/
buttons. The tuner frequency
is displayed in the front display and it can be changed in 50 kHz
increments for FM and 10 kHz increments for AM.
REC OUT/ZONE 2/OFF buttons [54, 55]
When FM is selected, you can hold down one of the tuning buttons
and then release it to activate the auto-search feature. It will search
for a station in the direction of the button you pressed and stop when
it tunes into one. When navigating through the menu settings, these
buttons move the cursor up or down (or change the highlighted
item).
These buttons allow you to use the TX-DS797 to output to a remote
zone (Zone 2) or to another component for recording purposes (Rec
Out). Press the REC OUT button to output the audio and video
signals to a recording component for recording purposes. Press the
ZONE 2 button to enjoy the output from the TX-DS797 in a different
room, which is referred to as a remote zone (Zone 2).
To select a radio station that was stored using the MEMORY button,
When either button is pressed, the currently selected input source for
recording or outputting to the remote zone is displayed in the front
panel display. If “SOURCE” is displayed, then the same input
source as that selected for the main zone will be output.
To select an input source, press the desired button (REC OUT or
ZONE 2) and then press one of the input source button within 5
seconds. That source will be output for recording or viewing in the
remote zone.
To set the REC OUT or ZONE 2 output to the source channel, press
that button twice in succession. To turn off the REC OUT or ZONE
2 output, press that button and then press the OFF button within 5
seconds.
use the
When navigating through the menu settings, these buttons select the
value or item that you selected with the TUNING buttons.
When you press the SETUP button, the cursor indicators light and
the SETUP button becomes able to be used for setup menu
operations.
/
buttons.
/
SETUP button [27]
Press to enter the setup menu. When pressed, the cursor ( / / / )
indicators light. The OSD menu will appear on the TV monitor as
well as the front display on the TX-DS797.
ENTER button [27]
Press to display the screen for the selected item in the Setup Menu.
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Front panel facilities
RETURN button [27]
LISTENING MODE buttons [51]
Press to exit the Main menu level or go back one level up.
Press these buttons to select a listening mode for the current input
source.
STEREO: Selects for normal stereo output.
SURROUND: Selects for the Dolby Pro Logic, Neo:6, Dolby
Digital, or DTS listening modes.
THX: Selects for the THX listening mode.
DSP / : Switches to the listening mode before or after the current
one.
MEMORY button [47]
This button is used to assign the radio station that is currently tuned
in to a preset channel or delete a previously preset station.
FM MODE button [46]
If you are listening to an FM radio station in stereo and the sound
cuts out or there is a great deal of noise, switch from STEREO to
MONO. Each time this button is pressed, the AUTO indication turns
on and off, and the stereo mode changes from AUTO to MONO and
vice versa.
DIRECT button [51]
The direct mode outputs the sound without sound adjustment or
filtration. In the direct mode, even if the Subwoofer setting of the
Speaker Config sub-menu is set to “Yes,” no sound is output from
the subwoofer and the left and right channels are output, as is, to the
left and right speakers. Even for multichannel input signals, the
sounds are not passed through the sound adjustment circuits.
Remote controller
SEND/LEARN indicator
This indicator acts as a guide when commands are programmed into
or sent by the remote controller. It also warns the user when an error
is made or battery power is low.
ON/STDBY button [23]
ON: Turns on the TX-DS797.
STDBY: Places the TX-DS797 in the standby state.
Be aware that pressing the STDBY button only places the TX-
DS797 in standby and does not turn the power completely off.
SLEEP button [52]
Sets the sleep function.
The SLEEP button enables you to set the TX-DS797 to turn off
automatically after a specified time period.
DIRECT MACRO button [68]
For executing and programming the Direct Macro function.
MODE buttons and indicators [56-59, 62-69]
For selecting the component to be operated by the remote controller.
When a MODE button is pressed, it will light green for 8 seconds.
The selected MODE button will also light whenever any other
operation button is pressed to tell you which mode the remote
controller is in.
RETURN button [27]
For entering the selected setting and returning to the previous menu.
CH
, DISC button [47, 56-58, 62, 63]
When in the RCVR mode, for selecting a tuner preset channel.
For selecting the disc to be played back for components with disc
changers when in the DVD or CD modes.
CH SEL/TOP MENU button
CH SEL: For selecting the speaker for level adjustment when in the
RCVR mode. Used together with the LEVEL
/
buttons. [52]
TOP MENU: When in the DVD mode, for displaying the menu
screen(s) recorded on DVD media. [58]
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AUDIO/TV/VCR button
VOL
button [50, 53]
AUDIO/A: For selecting the audio input signal. The setting changes
from “Auto” to “Multich” to “Analog” and back each time this
button is pressed. [53]
For adjusting the volume.
TEST/MENU button
TV/VCR: Must be preprogrammed for use in the TV and VCR
modes. [63]
TEST: Outputs a test tone for setting speaker levels.
Use this button in conjunction with the LEVEL
/
and CH SEL
buttons to calibrate the speakers levels without entering the Setup
menu. When TEST button is pressed, the test noise (pink noise) is
LEVEL /ANGLE and LEVEL /SUBTITLE buttons
output. Use the LEVEL
/
buttons to increase or decrease the
LEVEL
/
: Select the speaker whose volume is to be adjusted
sound level. Use the CH SEL button to change from speaker to
speaker. For a more detailed explanation of how to calibrate the
speaker levels, see page 31.
using the CH SEL button and adjust the volume using the LEVEL
buttons in the RCVR mode. [52]
/
ANGLE: When in the DVD mode, for selecting a camera angle
when a DVD-Video is recorded with multiple angle playback. [58]
MENU: When in the DVD mode, this button displays the DVD
menu. [58]
SUBTITLE: When in the DVD mode, for selecting one of the
subtitle languages recorded on a DVD-Video. [58]
MUTING button [50]
Activates the mute function.
CD/TAPE/DVD/MD operation buttons [56-59]
For operating other ONKYO components connected to the TX-
ZONE 2/SEARCH/ENTER button
DS797 through the
terminals.
ZONE 2: When in the RCVR mode, press this button to perform
operations on the remote zone (Zone 2). [54]
INPUT SELECTOR buttons [50]
Selects an input source.
Same as the input selector buttons on front panel of the TX-DS797.
The input source for each buttons is given here. DVD:DVD, CD:CD,
V1:VIDEO1, V2:VIDEO2, V3:VIDEO3, V4:VIDEO4,
V5:VIDEO5, TAP:TAPE, TUN:FM/AM, PH:PHONO.
SEARCH: When in the DVD mode, for finding the specific section
on a disc where you want to start playback. [58]
ENTER: When in the MD mode, for confirming the selection. [59]
Numeric key/Listening mode SP A, B/
Re-EQ/DISPLAY/DIMMER buttons
1 to 9, +10, --/---, 0: For entering the number of a track. [57-63]
STEREO, DIRECT, DSP /, SURR, THX: You can select a
listening mode. [51]
SP A, SP B: Not used with the TX-DS797.
Re-EQ: Depending on the listening mode, you can turn the cinema
re-equalization function on or off. [40, 43]
DISPLAY: For changing the display in the front display. [52]
DIMMER: Adjusts the display brightness.
There are three settings available: normal, dark and very dark. [52]
LIGHT button
For illuminating the buttons of the remote controller.
This button is useful when using the remote controller in dark
locations. When pressed, the buttons on the remote controller light
green.
The button for the mode currently selected lights brighter than the
rest.
MODE MACRO button [67]
For executing and programming the Macro function.
SETUP button [27]
For displaying and quitting the Setup menu.
/ / / , ENTER button [27]
When selecting items in the Setup menu, press the upper and lower
portions to select an item, press the right and left portions to select
parameter values or modes, and press ENTER to select the item.
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Rear panel facilities
Here is an explanation of the terminals found on the rear of the TX-
DS797 and how they are used. Before connecting your audio and
video components, be sure to read this section carefully and then
proceed to the explanations on how to connect each individual
component (see page 15).
• Insert all plugs and connectors securely. Improper
connections can result in noise, poor performance, or
damage to the equipment.
Improper connection
• Be sure to always refer to the instructions that came with the
component that you are connecting.
• Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been
made.
Inserted completely
• For input jacks, red connectors (marked R) are used for the
right channel, white connectors (marked L) are used for the
left channel, and yellow connectors (marked V) are used for
video connection.
• Do not bind audio/video connection cables with power cords
and speaker cables. Doing so may adversely affect the
picture and sound quality.
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO
PRE OUT
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
R
L
ANTENNA
FRONT SPEAKERS
SURR SPEAKERS
FRONT
SUB
OUTPUT
MONITOR
R
L
R
L
OUT
OPT
Y
:
CAUTION
SPEAKER
R
L
CENTER
IMPEDANCE
AM
AC OUTLETS
AC 120V 60Hz
SWITCHED
4
6
OHMS MIN. OR
OHMS MIN.
OUT
IN
ZONE 2
DVD
P
P
B
DIGITAL
INPUT
COAX
/SPEAKER
SURR
TOTAL 120W 1A MAX.
SEE
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL FOR
CORRECT
SETTINGS.
1
2
3
R
SURR
BACK
INPUT 1
Y
FM
75
OUT
IN
VIDEO 1
FRONT
SUB
MULTI CH
INPUT
P
P
B
AUDIO
L
R
OPT
1
CENTER
PH
OUT
IN
R
CENTER
SPEAKER
SURR BACK
SPEAKER
VIDEO 2
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
120V
INPUT 2
Y
SURR
2
3
CD
IR
IN
12V TRIGGER
ZONE 2
SURR
BACK
OUT
220-230V
IN
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
4
P
P
B
R
R
L
TAPE
IN
REMOTE
CONTROL
OUT
DIGITAL
INPUT
IN
GND
R
L
AUDIO
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
Voltage selector
(worldwide
models only)
See page 7.
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
Coaxial cable
DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT
(coaxial and optical)
These are the digital audio inputs and outputs on the rear panel.
There are three digital inputs with coaxial jacks and three with
optical jacks. The inputs accept digital audio signals from a compact
disc, LD, DVD, or other digital source component. For digital
output, there is 1 optical output. The digital outputs can be connected
to MD recorders, CD recorders, DAT decks, or other similar
components.
Optical fiber cable
Optical digital input terminal
An optical digital input terminal is
equipped with a protection cap. When
connecting, remove this cap. When not
using, put the cap back on the terminal.
• Since an analog connection must be made when using REC OUT
or ZONE 2, make sure that the connection to the input source is
not digital only, but analog as well.
• When using one of the optical input or output jacks, remove the
protective cap and keep it safely. When the jack is not used,
replace the protective cap.
• When using an optical input or output jack, always use an optical
fiber cable.
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PRE OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT
These jacks are for connecting auxiliary power amplifier.
If your DVD player or other device has component video
connectors, be sure to connect them to these component video
connectors on the TX-DS797. The TX-DS797 has two component
video input connectors to obtain the color information (Y, PB, PR)
directly from the recorded DVD signal or other video component
and one component video output connector to output it directly into
the matrix decoder of the display device. By sending the pure DVD
component video signal directly, the DVD signal forgoes the extra
processing that normally would degrade the image. The result is
vastly increased image quality, with incredibly lifelike colors and
crisp detail.
Using auxiliary power amplifiers allows you to listen at louder
volumes than with the TX-DS797 alone. If power amplifiers are
used, connect each speaker to the corresponding power amplifier.
L (white)
Front input
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
PRE OUT
L
R
R (red)
FRONT
SUB
OPT
CENTER
Subwoofer
DIGITAL
INPUT
COAX
SURR
1
2
3
L (white)
R (red)
SURR
Surround
back
Y PB PR
RCA type
BACK/
FRONT
MULTI C
INPUT
L (white)
Surround input
R (red)
Center
SPEAKERS
Six terminals are provided for the front left, front right, front center,
surround left, surround right, and surround back speakers. Speaker
outputs are compatible with banana plug connectors (other than
European models).
Power amplifier
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
AC OUTLETS
The TX-DS797 is supplied with AC mains outlets for connecting the
power cords from other devices so that their power is supplied
through the TX-DS797. By doing this, you can use the STANDBY/
ON button on the TX-DS797 to turn on and off the connected
devices as well.
1. Front left speaker
2. Front right speaker
3. Subwoofer
4. Surround back left
speaker
5. Surround back right
speaker
6. Surround left speaker
7. Surround right speaker
8. Center speaker
The shape, number, and total capacity of the AC outlets may
differ depending on the area of purchase.
ANTENNA
Caution:
Make sure that the total capacity of the other components connected
to this unit does not exceed the capacity that is printed on the rear
panel (e.g., 120 watts).
These jacks are for connecting the FM indoor antenna and AM loop
antenna that are supplied with the TX-DS797.
AUDIO IN/OUT
These are the analog audio inputs and outputs. There are eight audio
inputs and 3 audio outputs. The audio inputs and outputs require
RCA-type connectors.
• When connecting a VCR or other video component, make sure
you connect the audio and video leads together (i.e., both to
VIDEO 3).
AC OUTLETS
AC 120V 60Hz
SWITCHED
• The PHONO (PH) input jacks on the TX-DS797 is designed for
use with turntables that use moving magnet cartridges.
TOTAL 120W 1A MAX.
RCA type
AC OUTLETS
AC 230-240V
SWITCHED
50Hz
TOTAL 100W MAX.
European and some
Asian models
USA and Canadian
models
MONITOR OUT
The monitor output includes both composite video and S video
configurations. This output is for connecting television monitors or
projectors.
12V TRIGGER ZONE 2 terminal
When the TX-DS797 is in the ZONE 2 mode, this terminal outputs at
12 V/100 mA.
ZONE 2 AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
Connect the device that will be used in the remote zone (Zone 2). For
more information regarding how to make the connections, refer to
“Connecting the remote zone (Zone 2) speakers” on page 21.
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Rear panel facilities
REMOTE CONTROL
IR IN/OUT
The
components equipped with the same
component is -connected, you can point the remote controller
supplied with the TX-DS797 at the sensor on the TX-DS797 and
operate that component without having to switch remote controllers.
terminal on the TX-DS797 is for connecting other Onkyo
If the TX-DS797 is located inside a rack or cabinet that will not
allow infrared beams to reach the IR sensor, you will need to connect
a remote sensor to IR IN input to be able to use the remote controller.
Then install the remote sensor in an unblocked location where you
can easily point the remote controller.
terminal. When a
In addition, by connecting components to the
also perform the system operations given below.
terminal, you can
Using a mini-jack connector, connect the IR emitter to the IR OUT
terminal on the TX-DS797 and then place the IR emitter on the
remote sensor of the component or facing it.
Power on/ready function
When the TX-DS797 is in the standby state, if an
-connected
VIDEO IN/OUT
component is turned on, then the TX-DS797 also turns on and the
input source selected at the TX-DS797 automatically switches to
that component.
These are the video inputs and outputs. On the rear panel, there are
five video inputs and two video outputs and each one includes both
composite video and S video configurations. Connect VCRs, LD
players, DVD players, and other video components to the video
inputs.
If the power cord for an
-connected component is connected to
the AC OUTLET on the TX-DS797, or if the TX-DS797 is turned
on, this function will not work.
The two video output channels can be used to be connected to video
tape recorders for making recordings.
Direct change function
When the play button is pressed at an
-connected component, the
input source selected at the TX-DS797 automatically changes to that
component.
• When connecting a VCR or other video component, make sure
you connect the audio and video leads together (i.e., both to
VIDEO 3).
Power off function
• The VIDEO 5 inputs are located on the front panel.
When the TX-DS797 is placed in the standby state, all
-
connected components are also automatically put into the standby
state.
Composite
video jack
CAUTION
If an MD recorder is connected to the TAPE jack on the TX-DS797,
switch the Input Selector from TAPE to MD (see page 23).
S video jack
TX-DS797
REMOTE
CONTROL
MULTI CHANNEL INPUT
connector
By connecting a DVD player, MPEG decoder, or other component
that has a multi channel port, you can playback the audio with 5.1-
channel or 7.1-channel output. So be sure to prepare a cable that can
properly connect the TX-DS797 to the peripheral device. The signal
input from SURR BACK R is output to the SURR BACK
SPEAKER terminal.
Ex: Onkyo CD player
connector
Ex: Onkyo cassette tape
deck
L (white)
Front output
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
PRE OUT
L
R (red)
R
FRONT
SUB
OPT
Subwoofer
Surround
CENTER
To connect components using the
remote control cable from this
other component. An
mm) miniature two-conductor plug comes with every cassette tape
deck, compact disc player, MD recorder, and DVD player that has an
terminal.
terminal, simply connect a
terminal of the
remote control cable with a 1/8-inch (3.5-
DIGITAL
INPUT
COAX
SURR
terminal to the
L (white)
R (red)
1
2
3
SURR
BACK
FRONT
SUB
MULTI
INPUT
C
OPT
1
CENTER
Ex: DVD-Audio player/
MPEG decoder
• When performing operations with
using the system, do not use the remote zone (Zone 2).
-connected components
SURR
2
3
SURR
BACK
• For remote control operation, the audio connection cables must
also be connected.
R
L
R (red)
DIGITAL
INPUT
Surround back
Center
GND
• If a component has two
terminals, you can use either one to
L (white)
connect to the TX-DS797. The other one can be used to daisy
chain with another component.
• With Onkyo DVD players, you can enter the pre-program code
so that you can operate the DVD player directly with the remote
controller without connecting the
terminals (see page 61).
GND
Use this GND terminal for connecting the ground (or earth) wire if a
turntable is connected. Refer to “Connecting a turntable” on page 15.
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Connections
Here is an explanation of how to connect the main components to the
TX-DS797 in the standard manner. There are many ways that any
one component can be connected, and it is up to you to decide which
method best fits your situation. The directions given here are only
one option and should only be thought of as such. It is best to fully
understand the nature of each connector and terminal as well as each
of your components and their features to ascertain which method of
connection is best.
Audio connection cable
Left (white)
L
Right (red)
R
Optical cable
: Signal flow
Ground wire (earth)
Analog audio output
Digital audio input (optical)
R (red)
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
FRONT
PRE OUT
L
R
ANTENNA
OPT
Digital audio output (optical)
CENTER
SUB
L (white)
AM
DIGITAL
INPUT
COAX
SURR
1.Turntable (PH)
1
SURR
BACK
FM
75
2
3
3. Cassette tape deck, MD
recorder, DAT deck, or CD
recorder (TAPE)
FRONT
SUB
MULTI CH
INPUT
AUDIO
R
L
OPT
1
CENTER
R (red)
PH
Analog audio output
SURR
2
3
CD
R (red)
SURR
BACK
OUT
L (white)
R
L
TAPE
IN
Analog audio input
DIGITAL
INPUT
2. CD player (CD)
L (white)
R (red)
GND
R
L
AUDIO
Analog audio output
Digital audio output (optical)
L (white)
With the initial settings of the TX-DS797, the CD input source is
set for digital input at the OPT 1 jack.
Connecting your audio components
If the digital connection is made at a different jack, this must be
changed at the Setup menu: Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page
33).
Below is an example of how you can connect your audio
components to the TX-DS797. Refer to the diagram above for the
following connection examples.
3. Connecting a cassette tape deck, MD recorder, DAT
deck, or CD recorder (TAPE)
1. Connecting a turntable (PH)
Using an RCA-type audio connection cable, connect the output
terminal on the turntable to the PH input jacks on the TX-DS797.
Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack
and the right channel to the R jack.
Using an RCA-type audio connection cable, connect the output
terminals (PLAY) of the device to the TAPE IN jacks on the TX-
DS797 and the input terminals (REC) to the TAPE OUT jacks. Make
sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the
right channel to the R jack.
Note:
The TX-DS797 is designed for use with moving magnet cartridges.
For proper operation, connect a ground (or earth) wire to the GND
terminal. For some turntables, however, connecting the ground wire
may cause increased noise, and in such a case, a ground wire is not
necessary and should not be connected.
If the device has a digital output jack as well, be sure to also connect
it to either a DIGITAL INPUT (COAX) or DIGITAL INPUT (OPT)
jack on the TX-DS797 depending on the type of connector on the
device.
With the initial settings of the TX-DS797, the TAPE input source
is set for digital input at the OPT 2 jack.
If the digital connection is made at a different jack, this must be
changed at the Setup menu: Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page
33).
2. Connecting a compact disc player (CD)
Using an RCA-type audio connection cable, connect the output
terminal on the compact disc player to the CD input jacks on the TX-
DS797. Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L
jack and the right channel to the R jack.
Note:
The output from the DIGITAL OUTPUT jack of the TX-DS797 is
only the digital signal input to the DIGITAL INPUT jack.
If the compact disc player has a digital output jack as well, be sure to
also connect it to either a DIGITAL INPUT (COAX) or DIGITAL
INPUT (OPT) jack on the TX-DS797 depending on the type of
connector on the compact disc player.
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: Signal flow
Video connection cable
S video connection cable
Component video connection cable
Audio connection cable
Left (white)
P
R
P
R
L
P
Y
B
P
B
Y
Right (red)
R
Digital audio input (optical)
Digital audio output (coaxial)
S Video input
Video input
Digital audio output (coaxial)
R (red)
Analog audio
output
L (white)
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
PRE
COMPONENT
VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
R (red)
Analog audio
input
R
TENNA
FRONT
SUB
OUTPUT
MONITOR
Video output
OUT
OPT
Y
R
L
AM
OUT
IN
ZONE 2
DVD
P
B
DIGITAL
INPUT
COAX
L (white)
SURR
S Video output
1
2
3
PR
5. DVD recorder, other digital video
recording device (VIDEO 2)
SURR
BACK
INPUT 1
Y
FM
75
OUT
IN
VIDEO 1
FRONT
SUB
4. DVD player (DVD)
PB
DIO
L
OPT
1
PH
OUT
IN
PR
R (red)
VIDEO 2
INPUT 2
Y
SURR
2
3
CD
SURR
BACK
OUT
IN
VIDEO 3
VIDEO 4
P
B
R
Analog audio
output
L (white)
R
TAPE
IN
DIGITAL
INPUT
IN
P
GND
DIO
L
R
L
Video output
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
Y
P
B
S Video output
Y
PR
PB
Component video output
Component video output
PR
Connecting your video components
4. Connecting a DVD player (DVD)
If the device is equipped with an S video output terminal, connect it
to the DVD S VIDEO IN terminal with an S video cable. If it does
not have an S video output terminal, connect its video output
terminal to the DVD VIDEO IN terminal using an RCA-type video
connection cable. You do not need to connect to both the DVD S
VIDEO IN and DVD VIDEO IN terminals. If the device has
component video outputs, connect them to one of the
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks.
Below is an example of how you can connect your video
components to the TX-DS797. Refer to the diagram above for the
following connection examples.
The flow of the video signals is as follows:
• The signal that comes in from VIDEO IN is sent to VIDEO OUT
and S VIDEO OUT.
• The signal that comes in from S VIDEO IN is sent to S VIDEO
With the initial settings of the TX-DS797, the DVD input source
is set for the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1 jack.
OUT and VIDEO OUT.
• The signal that comes in from COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT is
only sent to COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT. When
connecting a video player to the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
terminals, be sure to connect your television to the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT terminals.
If the video connection is made at COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 2,
this must be changed at the Setup menu: Input Setup → Video Setup
→ Component Video (see page 35).
Using an RCA-type audio connection cable, connect the audio
output terminal on the device to the audio DVD IN jacks on the TX-
DS797. Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L
jack and the right channel to the R jack.
Note:
If only the video connection for the MONITOR OUT is made, even
if the input from each source component is through a component
video connection, the picture will not appear. If only the S video
connection for the MONITOR OUT is made, the picture will not
appear.
If the device has a digital output jack as well, be sure to also connect
it to either a DIGITAL INPUT (COAX) or DIGITAL INPUT (OPT)
jack on the TX-DS797 depending on the type of connector on the
DVD player.
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DIGITAL
OUTPUT
PRE
COMPONENT
VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
R
TENNA
7. Settop box, video camera
(VIDEO 3)
FRONT
SUB
OUTPUT
MONITOR
OUT
OPT
Y
R
L
AM
OUT
IN
ZONE 2
DVD
P
P
B
DIGITAL
INPUT
COAX
R (red)
SURR
S Video input
Video input
1
2
3
R
SURR
BACK
INPUT 1
Y
Analog audio
output
FM
75
OUT
IN
L (white)
VIDEO 1
FRONT
SUB
P
P
B
DIO
L
L (white)
Analog audio
input
Video output
OPT
1
PH
OUT
IN
R
VIDEO 2
INPUT 2
Y
SURR
S Video output
2
3
CD
R (red)
SURR
BACK
OUT
IN
VIDEO 3
VIDEO 4
P
P
B
R
Digital audio output (optical)
R
TAPE
IN
6. VCR (VIDEO 1)
DIGITAL
INPUT
IN
GND
DIO
L
R
L
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
R (red)
Analog audio
output
L (white)
Video output
S Video output
With the initial settings of the TX-DS797, the DVD input source
is set for digital input at the COAX 1 jack.
If the device also has a digital input jack, it can be connected to the
DIGITAL OUTPUT (OPT) jack on the TX-DS797 for digital
recording of the source for REC OUT at the TX-DS797.
If the digital connection is made at a different jack, this must be
changed at the Setup menu: Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page
33).
Note:
The output from the DIGITAL OUTPUT jack of the TX-DS797 is
only the digital signal input to the DIGITAL INPUT jack.
5. Connecting a DVD recorder or other digital video
recording device (VIDEO 2)
6. Connecting a video cassette recorder (VIDEO 1)
Using an RCA-type video connection cable, connect the video
output terminal (composite) on the device to the VIDEO 2 IN jacks
on the TX-DS797 and video input terminal to the VIDEO 2 OUT
jacks. If there is an S video input/output terminal on the device,
connect it to the S VIDEO 2 IN/OUT jack using an S video cable.
You do not need to connect to both the S VIDEO 2 IN and VIDEO 2
IN terminals. If the device has component video outputs, connect
them to one of the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks.
Using an RCA-type video connection cable, connect the video
output terminal (composite) on the video cassette recorder to the
VIDEO 1 IN jacks on the TX-DS797 and video input terminal to the
VIDEO 1 OUT jacks. If there is an S video input/output terminal on
the video cassette recorder, connect it to the S VIDEO 1 IN/OUT
jack using an S video cable. You do not need to connect to both the
S VIDEO 1 IN and VIDEO 1 IN terminals. If the video cassette
recorder has component video outputs, connect them to one of the
COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks.
With the initial settings of the TX-DS797, the VIDEO 2 input
source is set for the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 2 jack.
With the initial settings of the TX-DS797, the VIDEO 1 input
source is set for the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 2 jack.
If the video connection is made at COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1,
this must be changed at the Setup menu: Input Setup → Video Setup
→ Component Video (see page 35).
Using an RCA-type audio connection cable, connect the audio
output terminal on the device to the same VIDEO 2 IN audio jacks
on the TX-DS797 and audio input terminal to the VIDEO 2 OUT
audio jacks. Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to
the L jack and the right channel to the R jack.
If the video connection is made at COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1,
this must be changed at the Setup menu: Input Setup → Video Setup
→ Component Video (see page 35).
Using an RCA-type audio connection cable, connect the audio
output terminal on the video cassette recorder to the same VIDEO 1
IN audio jacks on the TX-DS797 and audio input terminal to the
VIDEO 1 OUT audio jacks. Make sure that you properly connect the
left channel to the L jack and the right channel to the R jack.
If the device has a digital output jack as well, be sure to also connect
it to either a DIGITAL INPUT (COAX) or DIGITAL INPUT (OPT)
jack on the TX-DS797 depending on the type of connector on the
device.
With the initial settings of the TX-DS797, the VIDEO 1 input
source is set for digital input at the COAX 2 jack.
If the digital connection is made at a different jack, this must be
changed at the Setup menu: Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page
33).
With the initial settings of the TX-DS797, the VIDEO 2 input
source is set for digital input at the COAXIAL 3 jack.
If the digital connection is made at a different jack, this must be changed
at the Setup menu: Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page 33).
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Connections
9.TV monitor or projector
(MONITOR OUT)
Y
PB
Component video input
PR
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
PRE
COMPONENT
VIDEO
Video input
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
R
TENNA
FRONT
SUB
OUTPUT
MONITOR
OUT
OPT
Y
8. Satellite tuner or television
(VIDEO 4)
S Video input
R
L
AM
OUT
IN
ZONE 2
DVD
PB
PR
DIGITAL
INPUT
COAX
SURR
Digital audio output
(optical)
1
2
3
SURR
BACK
INPUT 1
Y
FM
75
OUT
IN
VIDEO 1
R (red)
FRONT
SUB
PB
PR
DIO
L
OPT
1
Analog audio
PH
OUT
IN
output
L (white)
VIDEO 2
INPUT 2
Y
SURR
2
3
CD
Video output
SURR
BACK
OUT
IN
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
4
PB
PR
R
TAPE
IN
S Video output
DIGITAL
INPUT
IN
GND
DIO
L
R
L
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
and VIDEO inputs are output to the MONITOR OUT S VIDEO
output, if the television or projector is equipped with an S video
input, it is unnecessary to connect the video connectors. If it is
equipped with only a video input, connect it to the MONITOR OUT
VIDEO output.
7, 8. Connecting a satellite tuner, television, or settop
box (VIDEO 3 or 4)
If the satellite tuner or television is equipped with an S video output
terminal, connect it to the S VIDEO 3 (or 4) IN terminal with an S
video cable. If it does not have an S video output terminal, connect
its video output terminal to the VIDEO 3 (or 4) IN terminal using an
RCA-type video connection cable. You do not need to connect to
both the S VIDEO 3 (or 4) IN and VIDEO 3 (or 4) IN terminals. If
the satellite tuner or television has component video outputs,
connect them to one of the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks.
If the monitor or projector is equipped with an S video output
terminal, connect it to the MONITOR OUT S VIDEO terminal with
an S video cable. If it does not have an S video output terminal,
connect its video output terminal to the MONITOR OUT VIDEO
terminal using an RCA-type video connection cable. You do not
need to connect to both the MONITOR OUT S VIDEO and
MONITOR OUT VIDEO terminals. If the device has component
video inputs, connect them to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT
jacks.
With the initial settings of the TX-DS797, the VIDEO 3 and
VIDEO 4 input sources are set for the COMPONENT VIDEO
INPUT 2 jack.
If the video connection is made at COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT
1, this must be changed at the Setup menu: Input Setup → Video
Setup → Component Video (see page 35).
Using an RCA-type audio connection cable, connect the audio
output terminal on the satellite tuner or television to the same
VIDEO 3 (or 4) IN audio jacks on the TX-DS797. Make sure that
you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the right
channel to the R jack.
Note:
Note that the Setup menu will only be displayed on the monitor
connected to MONITOR OUT and not those connected to the
COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT jacks.
10. Connecting video camera, etc.
(VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT)
If the device is equipped with an S video output terminal, connect it
to the S VIDEO 5 IN terminal with an S video cable. If it does not
have an S video output terminal, connect its video output terminal to
the VIDEO 5 IN terminal using an RCA-type video connection
cable. You do not need to connect to both the S VIDEO 5 IN and
VIDEO 5 IN terminals.
If the device has a digital output jack as well, be sure to also connect
it to either a DIGITAL INPUT (COAX) or DIGITAL INPUT (OPT)
jack on the TX-DS797 depending on the device.
With the initial settings of the TX-DS797, the VIDEO 3 input source
is set for digital input at the OPT 3 jack.
If the digital connection is made at a different jack, this must be changed
at the Setup menu: Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page 33).
The VIDEO 5 digital input is fixed to the OPTICAL input on the
front panel. S Video output
With the initial settings of the TX-DS797, nothing is allocated as
the digital input source for VIDEO 4 (----).
If you connect a digital component to the VIDEO 4 terminal, be sure
to make the appropriate settings in the Digital Setup sub-menu (see
page 33).
Digital output
(optical)
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
DIGITAL
-
AV RECEIVER TX DS797
9. Connecting a television monitor or projector
(MONITOR OUT)
10. Video camera/Video game
(VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT)
The TX-DS797 is equipped with a simple Y/C separate circuit and
simple Y/C mixed circuit. Since both the signal from the S VIDEO
Video output
Left (white)
Analog output
Right (red)
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Connecting speakers
Before connecting the speakers, place them correctly by consulting
the instruction manuals that came with them.
For surround playback, the configuration and placement of your
speakers are very important.
Surround back speaker/Surround back left and right speakers
• Place these speakers behind the listener so that the angle
between each speaker and the listener is approximately 15
degrees.
For THX surround EX playback, we recommend that you use a
THX speaker system that is certified by Lucasfilm Ltd.
• Place these speakers so that their height is 3 feet (1 meter)
higher than that of the listener’s ears.
Note:
For audio using surround back right and surround back left
speakers, a separately-sold 2-channel power amplifier is required.
Ideal speaker configuration
• Front right and left speakers
(Only one surround back
speaker)
(Two surround back
speakers)
• Center speaker
Produces a rich sound image by serving as a sound source for
the front right and left speakers and enhancing the sonic
movement.
10
10
• Surround right and left speakers
Adds three-dimensional sonic movement and produces
environmental sound associated with the background and effect
sound for each scene.
15˚ 15˚
• Surround back speaker
8
8
9
Required for enjoying THX Surround EX, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1,
or DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 audio. For audio using surround back
right and surround back left speakers, a separately-sold 2-
channel power amplifier is required.
Subwoofer
A subwoofer is recommended for the highest bass effect.
Lucasfilm/THX recommends the use of two Surround Back
speakers to enjoy the full potential of THX Surround EX. An
external stereo power amplifier will need to be used to power
the two speakers from the Pre-Amp out terminals.
(Only one surround back speaker)
1
3
4
However, if you are unable to position two speakers in your
listening environment, a single surround speaker can be used
and the TX-DS797 has an internal amplifier to power this
speaker for your convenience.
2
5
• Subwoofer
6
7
Produces powerful and heavy bass.
10
8
Minimum speaker configuration for surround
sound playback
(Two surround back speakers)
•
•
Front right and left speakers
Layout with dipolar
speakers
Layout with monopolar
speakers
Surround right and left speakers
The sound recorded for the center speaker and the subwoofer will be
properly distributed to the front right and left speakers for optimized
surround playback.
1
1
3
4
3
4
2
5
2
5
Speaker placement
6
7
6
7
Ideal speaker placement varies depending on the size of your room
and the wall coverings. Here, only typical example of speaker
placement and recommendations are shown.
10
10
In order to create the optimum conditions for the best sound quality,
be sure to place all the speakers so that the greatest difference
between the distances of each speaker to the listening position is
less than 20 feet (6 meters).
8
9
8
9
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
TV or screen
Front left speaker
Subwoofer
Center speaker
Front right speaker
8
9
Surround back left
speaker or Surround back
speaker (only one
surrround back speaker)
Surround back right
speaker
Important points regarding speaker placement
Front left and right speakers and center speaker
Surround left speaker
Surround right speaker
• Place these three speakers at the same height from the floor.
10 Listening position
• Place each speaker so that sound is aimed at the location of the
listener’s ears when at the listening position.
Most dipoles have an arrow on them to indicate their orientation
towards the screen. So for the side dipoles, the arrows point forward.
For the back dipoles, the arrows should point towards each other to
achieve the correct acoustical phasing in the room.
Surround left and right speakers
• Place these speakers so that their height is 3 feet (1 meter)
higher than that of the listener’s ears.
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Connecting speakers
Connecting speakers
Connecting the speaker cable
1. Strip away 5/8 inch (15 mm) of wire insulation.
Caution:
Connect only speakers with an impedance between 4 and 16 Ω to
the TX-DS797. If the impedance of even one speaker is between 4
and 6 Ω, be sure to set the speaker impedance setting
accordingly (see page 28).
2. Twist wire ends very tight.
3. Unscrew
4. Insert wire
Notes:
• When you are using only one speaker or when you wish to listen to
monaural (mono) sound, a single speaker should never be
connected in parallel to both the right and left-channel terminals
simultaneously.
5. Screw
1
3
2
5
15mm
4
SPEAKERS
SPEAKERS
–
+
–
+
L
L
L
L
R
R
R
R
–
+
–
+
• To prevent damage to circuitry,
never short-circuit the positive (+)
and negative (–) speaker wire.
Connecting a subwoofer
Use the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack to connect a subwoofer with
a built-in power amplifier. If your subwoofer does not have a built-in
amplifier, connect an amplifier to the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack
and the subwoofer to the amplifier.
NO!
• Be sure to connect the positive and negative cables for the
speakers properly. If they are mixed up, the left and right signals
will be reversed and the audio will sound unnatural.
• Do not connect more than one speaker cable to one speaker
terminal. Doing so may damage the TX-DS797.
• Connect your surround back speaker to the SURR BACK
SPEAKER terminals (see page 20).
Surround right
speaker
Surround left
speaker
Front right
speaker
Front left
speaker
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
COMPONENT
VIDEO
OUTPUT
PRE OUT
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
R
L
ANTENNA
FRONT SPEAKERS
SURR SPEAKERS
FRONT
SUB
MONITOR
R
L
R
L
OUT
OPT
Y
:
CAUTION
SPEAKER
R
L
CENTER
IMPEDANCE
AM
AC OUTLETS
AC 120V 60Hz
SWITCHED
4
6
OHMS MIN. OR
OHMS MIN.
OUT
IN
ZONE 2
DVD
P
P
B
DIGITAL
INPUT
COAX
/SPEAKER
SURR
TOTAL 120W 1A MAX.
SEE
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL FOR
CORRECT
SETTINGS.
1
2
3
R
SURR
BACK
INPUT 1
Y
FM
75
OUT
IN
VIDEO 1
FRONT
SUB
MULTI CH
INPUT
P
P
B
AUDIO
L
R
OPT
1
CENTER
PH
OUT
IN
R
CENTER
SPEAKER
SURR BACK
SPEAKER
VIDEO 2
INPUT 2
Y
SURR
2
3
CD
IR
IN
12V TRIGGER
ZONE 2
AV RECEIVER
MODEL NO. TX-DS797
SURR
BACK
OUT
IN
VIDEO 3
VIDEO 4
P
B
R
R
L
TAPE
IN
REMOTE
CONTROL
OUT
DIGITAL
INPUT
IN
P
GND
R
L
AUDIO
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
Subwoofer
Surround
Center
Back speaker
speaker
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Connecting the remote zone (Zone 2)
speakers
The TX-DS797 allows you to connect another set of speakers and
place them in a different room or separated area for listening to
When using the ZONE 2 OUT terminals
music. This other room or area is referred to as the remote zone
(Zone 2), while the room where the TX-DS797 is located is the
main zone. In addition, the IR IN/OUT allows you to control the
TX-DS797 from the remote zone (Zone 2) with the remote
controller even though the remote zone is physically separated. The
diagram below shows how to make the proper connections for the
remote zone.
The ZONE 2 OUT terminal is a constant output. Connect to the
LINE input of the amplifier (CD, tape, etc.). Adjust the volume
with the amplifier connected to the ZONE 2 OUT terminal.
1. Connect the TX-DS797 to the amplifier for the
remote zone.
2. Connect the remote zone speaker cables to the
speaker terminals on the amplifier.
Adjust the volume level at the amplifier.
3. Connect the TX-DS797 to the monitor for the remote
zone.
Remote Zone (Zone 2)
Zone 2
Zone 2 monitor
Zone 2
Left speaker
or projector Right speaker
Zone 2 amplifier
Main Room
AUDIO
VIDEO
S VIDEO
MONITOR
OUT
R
L
OUT
ZONE
2
Right (red)
TX-DS797
Left (white)
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Operating components not reached by the
remote controller signals (IR IN/OUT)
The following equipment (sold separately) is essential for
operation:
Make connection as shown below. Do not plug the equipment into
the power source until the connection is complete.
• Onkyo’s Multi-Room System kits (IR Remote Controller
Extension System), or
from connecting block
Mini plug cable
• Multiroom A/V distribution and control systems from Niles®
and Xantech® to name a few
If the remote controller signal does not reach the
TX-DS797 remote sensor
IR
12V TRIGGER
ZONE 2
IN
If the TX-DS797 is located inside a cabinet or other enclosure where
the infrared rays from the remote controller cannot enter, then
operation with the remote controller will not be possible. In such a
case, it will be necessary to install a remote sensor at a location
outside of the cabinet for the infrared rays from the controller to
reach.
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
TX-DS797
With this connection, select “Main” for the Hardware Setup → IR IN
Setup → Position setting in the Setup menu (see page 28).
If the remote controller signal does not reach
other components
In this situation, you will need to use a commercially available IR
emitter. Connect the mini plug of the IR emitter to the IR OUT
terminal on the TX-DS797 and then place the IR emitter on the
remote sensor of the component or facing it. When the IR emitter is
connected, only the signal input to the IR IN terminal is output to the
IR OUT terminal. The signal input from the remote sensor on the
front of the TX-DS797 will not be output to the IR OUT terminal.
IR Receiver
Connecting
block
IR IN
TX-DS797
Remote Controller
IR Receiver
Connecting
block
IR IN
In the
cabinet
TX-DS797
IR OUT
: Signal flow
IR Emitter
The IR IN input allows you to control the TX-DS797 from the
remote zone (Zone 2) with the remote controller even though the
remote zone is physically separated. The diagram below shows how
to make the proper connections for the remote zone.
With this connection, select “Zone 2” for the Hardware Setup → IR
IN Setup → Position setting in the Setup menu (see page 28).
Remote Controller
other
component
: Signal flow
To IR IN
IR Receiver
other component
TX-DS797
Remote control
sensor
Connecting
block
Emitter
: Signal flow
Mini plug cable
Mini plug
Remote controller
IR
12V TRIGGER
ZONE 2
IN
Main room
: Signal flow
Zone 2 room
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
IR Emitter
TX-DS797
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Connecting the power
STANDBY/ON
STDBY
ON
STANDBY indicator
RCVR
DISPLAY
DIMMER
REC OUT
ZONE
2
OFF
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
SETUP
ENTER
TUNING
STANDBY
POWER
RETURN
PRESET
ON
OFF
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
FM MODE
MEMORY
A-FORM LISTENING MODE MEMORY
UPSAMPLING
PHONES
CLEAR
ZONE
REC
2
(GRN
RED
)
)
(
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT
AUDIO
SELECTOR
DVD
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
VIDEO
4
VIDEO
5
TAPE
FM
AM
PHONO
C
D
VCR
1
VCR
2
DIGITAL
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
-
AV RECEIVER TX DS797
TAPE
To wall outlet
POWER
• The TX-DS797 is shipped with the main power (POWER)
ON
plugged in for the first time, the TX-DS797 will automatically
enter the standby state and the STANDBY indicator will light
(same condition after step 2 below).
To change the display of the input source from TAPE to
MD:
If you connected an MD recorder to the TAPE jack on the TX-
DS797, you can have “MD” appear when the TAPE source button is
pressed. By changing the display, if an Onkyo MD recorder z-
connected, the z system functions will become enabled.
switch in the on position (
). When the power cord is
• Before you plug in the TX-DS797, confirm that all connections
have been made properly.
• Turning on the power may cause a momentary power surge,
which might interfere with other electrical equipment on the
same circuit, such as computers. If this happens, use a wall outlet
on a different circuit.
Changing the display:
Press and hold down the TAPE source button until the display
changes from TAPE to MD (approx. 3 seconds).
TAPE
1. Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.
STANDBY
2. Press the POWER switch to set the
POWER
TX-DS797 to standby state.
The STANDBY indicator will light up.
ON
OFF
To return the display to its original setting, perform the same
procedure. This setting is necessary to allow z system functions
for the connected cassette tape or MD recorder.
STANDBY/ON
3. Press the STANDBY/ON button to
turn on the TX-DS797. The display
and four jog dial indicators will light
up and the STANDBY indicator will
turn off.
STANDBY
Memory preservation
Turn off
This unit does not require memory preservation batteries. A built-
in memory power backup system preserves the contents of the
memory during power failures and even when the POWER
switch is set to off. The POWER switch must be set to on in order
to charge the backup system.
If you press the STANDBY/ON button
again, the receiver returns to Standby mode.
The memory preservation period after the unit has been turned off
varies depending on climate and placement of the unit. On the
average, memory contents are protected over a period of a few
weeks after the last time the unit has been turned off. This period
is shorter when the unit is exposed to a highly humid climate.
Turning the power on from the remote controller:
Before you can use the remote controller, you must perform steps 1
and 2 above and place the TX-DS797 in the standby state.
1. Press the RCVR MODE button.
The RCVR MODE button lights green.
2. Press the ON button to turn on the
TX-DS797 (take it out of the standby
state).
To return the TX-DS797 to the standby
state, press the STDBY button.
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Connecting antennas
To use the tuner of TX-DS797, it is necessary to prepare the supplied
FM and AM antennas.
Connecting the included antennas
Connecting the FM indoor antenna:
• Adjustment and placement of the FM and AM antennas for
better reception must be done while listening to a station
broadcast.
The FM indoor antenna is for indoor use only. During use, extend the
antenna and move it in various directions until the clearest signal is
received. Fix it with push pins or similar implements in the position
that will cause the least amount of distortion.
If the reception is not very clear with the attached FM indoor
antenna, the use of an outdoor antenna is recommended.
• If better reception cannot be obtained, then placement of an
outside antenna is recommended.
Connecting the AM loop antenna:
Assembling the AM loop antenna
The AM loop antenna is for indoor use only. Set it in the direction
and position where you receive the clearest sound. Put it as far away
as possible from the TX-DS797, televisions, speaker cables, and
power cords.
Assemble the loop antenna as shown in the illustration.
• Refer to “Connecting the AM loop antenna” below for details on
When reception is not satisfactory with the attached AM loop
antenna alone, connection of an outdoor antenna is recommended.
connecting the loop antenna.
FM antenna
(Indoor)
AM loop antenna
Insert into the hole.
Other models
Connecting the AM antenna cable
1. Press down the lever.
OUT
AUDIO
L
ANTENNA
R
L
ENTER
2. Insert the wire into the hole.
3. Release the lever.
USA and
Canadian
models
AM
FM
75
1
2
3
Strip away the
insulation from the end
of the cable, then fully
insert the stripped end
of the cable.
Hint:
Either of the split ends of the AM antenna can be connected to either
terminal. Unlike speaker cabling, there is no polarity for AM
broadcast signals.
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Connecting antennas
Connecting an FM outdoor antenna
Directional linkage
Please make sure that you follow the considerations:
Do not use the same antenna for both FM and TV (or VCR)
reception since the FM and TV (or VCR) signals can interfere with
each other. If you must use a common FM/TV (or VCR) antenna, use
a directional linkage type splitter.
• Keep the antenna away from noise sources (neon signs, busy
roads, etc.).
• It is dangerous to put the antenna close to power lines. Keep it
well away from power lines, transformers, etc.
• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is
necessary. Follow item 14 of the “Important Safeguards” on
page 2 when you install the outdoor antenna.
To receiver
To TV (or VCR)
RE OUT
AUDIO
L
ANTENNA
R
L
CENTER
Connecting the antenna cable to the 75/300 Ω
antenna adapter (For all models other than
European models)
AM
Connecting the 300 Ω ribbon wire:
FM
75
Loosen the screws and wrap the wire around these screws. Then
tighten the screws with a screwdriver.
Connecting an AM outdoor antenna
Outdoor
antenna
An outdoor antenna will be more effective if it is stretched
horizontally above a window or outside.
300 Ω
ribbon wire
• Do not remove the AM loop antenna.
• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is
necessary. Follow item 14 of the “Important Safeguards” on
page 2 when you install the outdoor antenna.
Connecting the coaxial cable:
1. With your fingernail, or a small screwdriver, press the
stoppers of the 75/300 Ω antenna adapter outward
and remove the cover.
Outdoor antenna
2. Remove the transformer wire A from slit B and insert
it into slit C.
3. Prepare the coaxial cable as shown in the diagram.
4. Connect the 75/300 Ω antenna adapter to the coaxial
RE OUT
AUDIO
cable.
L
ANTENNA
(Indoor)
AM loop antenna
1. Insert the end of the cable.
2. Clamp it in place with pliers.
R
L
CENTER
AM
5. Reinstall the cover.
1
2
3, 4
FM
75
6
3
6
mm mm mm
Slit B
15mm
5/8"
Wire A
Note:
If you are using the TX-DS797 worldwide model in a region where
AM frequencies are delineated by 10-kHz steps, be sure to set the
AM Freq Step Setup setting accordingly (see page 28).
Slit C
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Setup menus
When making the various settings required to configure your TX-DS797 optimally, you can either use the OSD menu that appears on your
television monitor or you can use the display on the front of the TX-DS797. The OSD menu is a settings menu that is displayed on your TV
monitor. For use as reference when performing the setting procedures, this manual shows both the OSD menu displayed on your television
monitor and the display on the front of the TX-DS797.
The Setup menu consists of a main screen that is divided up into 5 menus: Hardware Setup, Speaker Setup, Input Setup, Audio Adjust, and
Preference. These menus are then divided up into various sub-menus, and these contain settings for you to optimize your home theater as you wish.
0.Hardware Setup
0.Hardware Setup
1.Speaker Impedance
1.Speaker Impedance
2.IR IN Setup
3.AM Frequency Setup
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1.Speaker Setup
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1.Speaker Setup
Basic Menu
Your TX-DS797 is provided with a
Basic Setup Menu for those who are
not familiar with many of the
advanced settings of an AV receiver
or those who wish to watch movies
and listen to music with the minimal
amount of setup. With the Basic
Setup Menu, the settings that rarely
need to be set or that are not needed
for a reasonably good degree of
sound quality are not displayed.
1.Speaker Config
2.Speaker Distance
3.Level Calibration
1.Speaker Config
2.Speaker Distance
3.Level Calibration
4.Bass Peak Level
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2.Input Setup
Input:DVD
2.Input Setup
Input:DVD
Settings listed with
next to their
name are settings that can be set
using the Basic Setup Menu.
1.Digital Setup
2.Multichannel Setup
3.Video Setup
4.Character Input
5.Intelli Volume
1.Digital Setup
2.Multichannel Setup
3.Video Setup
4.Character Input
5.Intelli Volume
6.Listening Mode Preset
Basic Menu
0.Hardware Setup
1.Speaker Setup
2.Input Setup
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3.Audio Adjust
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3.Audio Adjust
3.Audio Adjust
→
Advanced Menu
1.Tone Control
1.Tone Control
2.Surround Speakers
3.Sound Effect
4.Delay
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2.Surround Speakers
3.Sound Effect
Note:
5.LFE Level
6.Mono Setup
7.Theater Dimensional
8.Surround Setup
Once you set the Speaker Impedance setting at the
Hardware Setup menu, the setting will not be
displayed again when you enter the Basic Menu.
→
default
Advanced Menu
3.Audio Adjust
The Advanced Menu provides an
Advanced Setup Menu with features
such as the Listening Mode Presets that
allow you to customize the output sound
for movies and music just the way you
like and the AV Sync Setup that allows
you to adjust for discrepancies between
the video and audio timing.
9.THX Setup
10.Mono Movie Setup
11.Enhanced 7 Setup
12.Orchestra Setup
13.Unplugged Setup
14.Studio Mix Setup
15.TV Logic Setup
→
default
Advanced Menu
4.Preference
0.Hardware Setup
1.Speaker Setup
2.Input Setup
3.Audio Adjust
4.Preference
1.Volume Setup
2.Headphone Level
3.OSD Setup
→
Basic Menu
4.OSD Position
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Setup menus
Advanced Menu
0.Hardware Setup
1.Speaker Setup
2.Input Setup
3.Audio Adjust
4.Preference
1.Speaker Setup
1.Speaker Config
2.Speaker Distance
3.Level Calibration
4.Bass Peak Level
1-1.Speaker Config
→
Basic Menu
a.Subwoofer
b.Front
:Yes
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:Small
:Small
:Small
:Small
c.Center
d.Surr L/R
e.Surr Back
f.Surr Back Out :1ch
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Main menu
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Menu
Sub-menu
Navigating through the Setup menu
1. Press the SETUP button.
The main menu screen of the Main menu appears on your TV
monitor.
You can change settings using the buttons on the front panel and on
the remote controller.
2. Using the and cursor buttons, select the menu
that you want to enter.
The buttons on the remote controller correspond to those on the TX-
DS797 as shown below.
3. Press the ENTER button to enter the selected menu.
Button on remote controller Button on TX-DS797
The screen for that menu appears.
SETUP
SETUP
SETUP
4. Using the and cursor buttons, select the sub-
menu that you want to enter, and press the ENTER
button.
Each sub-menu has different settings that can be changed as
desired, and they are all explained below. To change a setting,
first select it using the and cursor buttons, and then change
the setting using the and cursor buttons.
(upper edge of
ENTER button)
UP
(lower edge of
ENTER button)
DOWN
5. Press the RETURN button to set the new settings and
return to the previous menu screen, and again to
return to the main screen.
(left edge of
ENTER button)
LEFT
Note:
Press the SETUP button to exit the Setup menu immediately.
(right edge of
ENTER button)
RIGHT
ENTER
ENTER
ENTER
RETURN
RETURN
RETURN
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Hardware Setup
0-2. IR IN Setup sub-menu
0. Hardware Setup menu
Advanced Menu
Advanced Menu
0.Hardware Setup
0.Hardware Setup
1.Speaker Impedance
2.IR IN Setup
0-2.IR IN Setup
a.Position
:Main
3.AM Frequency Setup
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The Hardware Setup menu will need to be set before you use your
TX-DS797 for the first time. Once you set the Speaker Impedance
setting at the Hardware Setup menu, the setting will not be displayed
again when you enter the Basic Menu. To change the setting at a later
date, select the Advanced Menu to display the Hardware Setup
menu.
This sub-menu allows you to set where you will be using the remote
controller when you are using it in conjunction with the IR IN
terminal (i.e. remote controller signals are input at the IR IN
terminal).
Main: Select when you have a remote sensor for the remote
controller connected to the IR IN terminal in the main room.
Zone 2: Select to perform the remote zone (Zone 2) operations from
the remote zone. When this is selected, the ON/STDBY, INPUT
0-1. Speaker Impedance sub-menu
SELECTOR, and CH
buttons work without having to press the
ZONE 2 button on the remote controller.
Set the impedance level to match the specifications of the speakers
you 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.”
0-3. AM Frequency Step sub-menu
Note:
a. AM Frequency Step
Before you change this setting, be sure to first lower the volume at
the TX-DS797 to the minimum level.
This submenu only appears on the worldwide model. The initial
setting is 9 kHz, and this needs only to be changed if you are using
the TX-DS797 in a 10-kHz region.
Advanced Menu
Advanced Menu
0.Hardware Setup
0.Hardware Setup
0-1.Speaker Impedance
0-3.AM Frequency Step
a.Minimum
:6 ohms
a.Frequency Step
:9 kHz
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Speaker Setup
1-1. Speaker Config sub-menu
1. Speaker Setup menu
After you have installed the TX-DS797, connected all the
components, and determined the speaker layout, it is now time to
perform the settings in the Speaker Setup menu for the optimum
sound acoustics for your environment and speaker layout.
Before you perform the following settings, it is important that you
first determine the following characteristics:
Here you will enter which speakers are connected and the size of
each speaker.
Advanced Menu
1.Speaker Setup
• The types and sizes of the speakers that are connected.
1-1.SpeakerConfig
a.Subwoofer:Yes
• The distance from each speaker to your normal listening
position.
b.Front
:Small
:Small
:Small
:Small
c.Center
d.Surr L/R
e.Surr Back
(Only one surround back
speaker)
(Two surround back speakers)
f.SurrBack Out:1ch
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Advanced Menu
Basic Menu
1.Speaker Setup
1.Speaker Setup
1.Speaker Config
2.Speaker Distance
3.Level Calibration
4.Bass Peak Level
1.Speaker Config
2.Speaker Distance
3.Level Calibration
a. Subwoofer
Yes: Select when a subwoofer is connected.
No: Select when a subwoofer is not connected.
b. Front
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Large: Select if the front speakers are large sized.
Small: Select if the front speakers are small sized.
• If “No” is selected for the Subwoofer setting, then this setting
is fixed to “Large.”
c. Center
None: Select if no center speaker is connected.
Large: Select if the center speaker is large sized.
Small: Select if the center speaker is small sized.
Memo:
(Only one surround back
speaker)
(Two surround back speakers)
• If “Small” is selected for the Front setting, then “Large”
cannot be selected for this setting.
Monitor
Monitor
d. Surround L/R
SW
Center
[
SW
Center
[
Front
Front
Front
Front
None: Select if no surround left and right speakers are
connected.
[
]
[
]
]
]
m/ft
[
m/ft
[
m/ft
m/ft
Large: Select if the surround left and right speakers are large sized.
[
]
[
]
m/ft
m/ft
]
]
m/ft
m/ft
Small: Select if the surround left and right speakers are small sized.
• If “Small” is selected for the Front setting, then “Large”
cannot be selected for this setting.
SL
SR
SL
SR
[
]
[
]
[
]
[
]
m/ft
m/ft
m/ft
m/ft
e. Surround Bk
None: Select if no surround back left and right speakers are connected.
Large: Select if the surround back left and right speakers are large sized.
[
]
[
]
m/ft
m/ft
SBL
[
]
m/ft
SB
SBR
Small: Select if the surround back left and right speakers are
small sized.
• If “None” is selected for the Surround L/R setting, the display
disappears from the screen.
Tip:
When setting the speaker size in the Speaker Config sub-menu, use
the guidelines given below.
• If “Small” is selected for the Surround L/R setting, then
“Large” cannot be selected for this setting.
Large: The complete frequency range for the channel you are
f. Surr Back Out
setting will be output from the speaker.
Small: Frequencies of the channel you are setting lower than 80
Hz will be output from the subwoofer. If there is no subwoofer,
then the output will be from the left and right front speakers. (Set
all speakers for THX speaker systems to “small.”)
1ch: Select if there is only one surround back speaker.
2ch (PREOUT only): Select if there are two surround back
speakers. (For preout output only.)
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a. Unit
feet: Select if you will enter the distances in feet.
meters: Select if you will enter the distances in meters.
1-2. Speaker Distance sub-menu
Here you will enter the distance from each speaker to your normal
listening position. This is important for the timing of the acoustics to
create the proper sound space that the TX-DS797 and today’s sound
systems are able to produce.
b. Front L/R
Set the distance from the front left and right speakers to your normal
listening position between 1 and 30 feet in 0.5-feet intervals (0.3 to 9
meters in 0.15-meter intervals).
Notes:
• Speakers that you selected “No” or “None” for in the Speaker
Config sub-menu will not appear.
Position the front left and right speakers so that they are the same
distance from the listener. If they are not, you may lose the center
position for stereo sound.
• The difference between the distances of different speakers
cannot be set to more than 20 feet (6 meters).
c. Center
Set the distance from the center speaker to your normal listening
position between 1 and 30 feet in 0.5-feet intervals (0.3 to 9 meters in
0.15-meter intervals).
(Only one surround back speaker)
Advanced Menu
1.Speaker Setup
d. Surr Right
Set the distance from the surround right speaker to your normal
listening position between 1 and 30 feet in 0.5-feet intervals (0.3 to 9
meters in 0.15-meter intervals).
1-2.Speaker Distance
a.Unit
:meters
: 3.60m
: 3.60m
b.Front L/R
c.Center
e. Surr Back
Set the distance from the surround back speaker to your normal
listening position between 1 and 30 feet in 0.5-feet intervals (0.3 to 9
meters in 0.15-meter intervals).
d.Surr Right : 2.10m
e.Surr Back
: 2.10m
f.Surr Left
: 2.10m
g.Subwoofer
: 3.60m
• This setting appears if set for one surround back speaker in the
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Speaker Config sub-menu.
(Two surround back speakers)
f. Surr Left
Set the distance from the surround left speaker to your normal
listening position between 1 and 30 feet in 0.5-feet intervals (0.3 to 9
meters in 0.15-meter intervals).
Advanced Menu
1.Speaker Setup
g. Subwoofer
1-2.Speaker Distance
Set the distance from the subwoofer to your normal listening
position between 1 and 30 feet in 0.5-feet intervals (0.3 to 9 meters in
0.15-meter intervals).
a.Unit
:meters
b.Front L/R
: 3.60m
c.Center
: 3.60m
d.Surr Right : 2.10m
e.Surr Back R : 2.10m
e. Surr Back R
f.Surr Back L : 2.10m
Set the distance from the surround back right speaker to your normal
listening position between 1 and 30 feet in 0.5-feet intervals (0.3 to 9
meters in 0.15-meter intervals).
g.Surr Left
h.Subwoofer
: 2.10m
: 3.60m
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• This setting appears if set for two surround back speakers in the
Speaker Config sub-menu.
f. Surr Back L
Set the distance from the surround back left speaker to your normal
listening position between 1 and 30 feet in 0.5-feet intervals (0.3 to 9
meters in 0.15-meter intervals).
• This setting appears if set for two surround back speakers in the
Speaker Config sub-menu.
Note:
For audio using surround back right and surround back left speakers,
a separately-sold 2-channel power amplifier is required.
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Notes:
1-3. Level Calibration sub-menu
• Speakers that you selected “No” or “None” for in the Speaker
Config sub-menu will not appear.
Here you will set the volume for each speaker so that they are all
heard by the listener at the same level. This is especially important
for speaker layouts where the left and right speakers are at different
distances or in asymmetrical positions due to room designs and
configurations. These settings and the distance settings performed
above are vital to create the proper acoustics required for the
optimum sound space and dynamics.
• To accurately set the output levels, it is recommended to use a
handheld sound pressure level (SPL) meter. Set the meter to C-
weighting and slow averaging. A Radio Shack® SPL meter or
equivalent is recommended. Using the internal channel noise
generators, set each channel so that you read a 75 decibel sound
pressure level.
Notes:
a. Left
Sound comes from the front left speaker. Adjust the sound level
• Be aware that when you enter this sub menu, a loud white
between –12 and 12 decibels in 1-decibel intervals.
noise is output.
• The speaker level settings here are not effective for multi-
channel input sources. To adjust the speaker levels for multi-
channel input sources, you will need to use the CH SEL, LEVEL
, and LEVEL buttons on the RC-460M remote controller.
See page 52.
b. Center
Sound comes from the center speaker. Adjust the sound level
between –12 and 12 decibels in 1-decibel intervals.
c. Right
Sound comes from the front right speaker. Adjust the sound level
between –12 and 12 decibels in 1-decibel intervals.
(Only one surround back speaker)
Advanced Menu
d. Surr Right
1.Speaker Setup
Sound comes from the surround right speaker. Adjust the sound
level between –12 and 12 decibels in 1-decibel intervals.
1-3.Level Calibration
e. Surr Back
Sound comes from the surround back speaker. Adjust the sound
level between –12 and 12 decibels in 1-decibel intervals.
a.Left:0dB
b.Center
: 0dB
: 0dB
c.Right
d.Surr Right : 0dB
• This setting appears if set for one surround back speaker in the
Speaker Config sub-menu.
e.Surr Back : 0dB
f.SurrLeft :0dB
g.Subwoofer
: 0dB
f. Surr Left
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Sound comes from the surround left speaker. Adjust the sound level
between –12 and 12 decibels in 1-decibel intervals.
(Two surround back speakers)
g. Subwoofer
Advanced Menu
Sound comes from the subwoofer. Adjust the sound level between
–15 and 12 decibels in 1-decibel intervals.
1.Speaker Setup
1-3.Level Calibration
e. Surr Back R
Sound comes from the surround back right speaker. Adjust the sound
level between –12 and 12 decibels in 1-decibel intervals.
a.Left:0dB
b.Center
: 0dB
: 0dB
c.Right
• This setting appears if set for two surround back speakers in the
Speaker Config sub-menu.
d.Surr Right : 0dB
e.Surr Back R : 0dB
f.SurrBack L:0dB
g.Surr Left
h.Subwoofer
: 0dB
: 0dB
f. Surr Back L
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Sound comes from the surround back left speaker. Adjust the sound
level between –12 and 12 decibels in 1-decibel intervals.
• This setting appears if set for two surround back speakers in the
Speaker Config sub-menu.
Note:
Calibrating the speaker levels
For audio using surround back right and surround back left speakers,
(1)When this sub-menu is entered, the TX-DS797 will emit a pink
noise from the front left speaker. At this time, the Master volume
automatically increases to the reference level (0dB). Remember
the level of this noise and then press the cursor button. (Note
that this can be adjusted to any level between –12 and 12
decibels in 1-decibel intervals.) The TX-DS797 will now emit
the pink noise from the center speaker.
a separately-sold 2-channel power amplifier is required.
(2) Using the and cursor buttons, adjust the volume level of the
noise from the center speaker so that it is the same level as the
front left speaker. You can jog back and forth between the
speakers to help you compare the volume levels.
(3) Press the cursor button again. The TX-DS797 will now emit
the pink noise from the front right speaker.
(4) Repeat steps (2) and (3) above for the front right and other
speakers until all speakers are adjusted to the same volume level.
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b. Peak Level
1-4. Bass Peak Level
(Bass Peak Level Manager*) sub-menu
The current bass peak level is displayed. Press the cursor button to
output a test sound. Then press the
cursor button (or turn the
Master Volume dial) to slowly raise the volume to the point where
the sound becomes distorted and then back it off until it returns to
normal. This is the proper setting for the bass peak level.
After setting the Peak Level at the Bass Peak Level sub-menu,
press the RETURN button. The values are set and the previous
screen appears.
Setting the bass peak level is important to keep your subwoofer from
being damaged by preventing it from outputting over a set volume. If
your subwoofer has a built-in limiter, set this setting to “Off.”
Note:
If your system does not include a subwoofer, this setting will set the
bass peak level for your front speakers.
Advanced Menu
Advanced Menu
1.Speaker Setup
1.Speaker Setup
1-4.Bass Peak Level
1-4.Bass Peak Level
b.Peak Level
:-27dB
a.Bass Peak Level
Limiter :Off
1.Turn Volume up.
2.Press RETURN just
before sound is
distorted.
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db
Notes:
• The volume can be adjusted to either –∞ or between –81 to +18
decibels in 1-decibel increments.
a. Bass Peak Level Limiter
• Do not allow the distorted sound to be output from the
subwoofer for a long time for it may damage the subwoofer.
On: Select to set the bass peak level. When “On” is selected, the
Peak Level setting appears below.
*
Bass Peak Level Manager is a registered trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd.
Off: Select to turn off the bass peak level limiting function.
Advanced Menu
1.Speaker Setup
1-4.Bass Peak Level
a.Bass Peak Level
Limiter :On
b.Peak Level
:+18dB
Press to set
Peak Level.
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Input Setup
2-1. Digital Setup sub-menu
2. Input Setup menu
This menu allows you to setup the various input sources available
with the TX-DS797. Each input source may have a great number of
settings that are difficult to keep track of, so we recommend making
a chart to record what you have set and for which component to
prevent confusion later.
The settings made in this sub-menu are valid for the input source that
is currently selected with the input source buttons at the front panel
and, therefore, these settings are made separately for each digital
input source. This sub-menu will not appear if the selected input
source button is AM or FM. If this setting is incorrectly made, the
digital audio signals may not be properly output, or not heard at all.
Also, since VIDEO 5 is fixed to the optical digital terminal on the
front panel, this sub-menu will not appear if VIDEO 5 is selected.
Advanced Menu
2.Input Setup
Input:DVD
1.Digital Setup
Advanced Menu
2.Multichannel Setup
3.Video Setup
2.Input Setup
Input:DVD
4.Character Input
5.Intelli Volume
6.Listening Mode Preset
2-1.Digital Setup
Input:DVD
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a.Digital Input
:COAX1
b.Digital Format
:All
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a. Digital Input
This setting tells the TX-DS797 which input source button on the
front panel is connected with which digital input jack on the rear
panel. To perform this setting, you must first select a digital input
source at the front panel and then set the name of the digital input
jack it is connected to here.
For example, if the input source selected at the front panel is CD and
the compact disc player is connected to DIGITAL INPUT (OPT) 1,
then select “OPT1” here. If the input source selected is not connected
to a digital input, then select “----.”
OPT1-3: Connect your digital components to any of the
DIGITAL INPUT (OPT) terminals 1 through 3.
COAX1-3: Connect your digital components to any of the
DIGITAL INPUT (COAX) terminals 1 through 3.
– – – –: Select if the input source is not from a digital input jack.
Initial settings for each input source
Input source
CD
Digital input
OPT 1
PHONO
FM
----
AM
TAPE
OPT 2
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
VIDEO 4
VIDEO 5
DVD
COAX 2
COAX 3
OPT 3
----
Optical on front panel (fixed)
COAX 1
---- : Available for digital input but not set in initial settings.
: Not available for digital input.
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b. Digital Format
Sets the digital signal type to which priority is given during signal
2-2. Multichannel Setup sub-menu
detection at the selected digital terminal.
This setting is normally set to “No,” and only needs to be changed to
“Yes” if a DVD player, MPEG decoder, or other component that has
a multi channel port is connected to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT
port for 5.1-channel, 6.1-channel, or 7.1-channel audio. For
example, if a DVD player is connected to the MULTI CHANNEL
INPUT port, then select DVD at the front panel as the input source,
bring up this sub-menu, and select “Yes” for the Multichannel
setting. You can only select Multichannel with the AUDIO
SELECTOR button when “Yes” is selected here.
The default setting is “All.” If “----” is selected for this input source
at the Digital Input setting, then this setting will not appear.
Although you can use this default setting as is, you may change it as
desired depending on the input signal format (e.g., if you know that
you will always be listening to a certain input signal format from a
particular input source).
All: Select for automatic detection of the input signal format.
The input signal format (Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM or Analog)
used by the selected input source is detected automatically to
execute the required decoding process.
Advanced Menu
DTS: Select for DTS signal processing. The decoding process is
executed only when DTS signals are input.
2.Input Setup
Input:DVD
PCM: Select for PCM signal processing. The decoding process
is executed only when PCM signals are input.
2-2.Multichannel Setup
Input:DVD
a.Multichannel :Yes
Notes:
• If “All” is selected and a compact disc or LD is fast-forwarded
during playback, decoded PCM signals may produce a skipping
sound. In such cases, change the setting to “PCM.”
• If a DTS signal is not input when “DTS” is selected, the TX-
DS797 does not automatically switch to analog output even if
“Auto” is selected with the AUDIO SELECTOR button.
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Notes on DTS:
• If you play a CD or LD that supports DTS when the “PCM”
setting is selected on the TX-DS797, the DTS encoded signal
will not be decoded and noise will be output. This noise could
damage the amplifier and speakers. Therefore, be sure to
selected “All” or “DTS” and use the digital input jacks (OPT or
COAX) to connect the DTS source.
Input source selected
CD
Multichannel
No
No
No
No
No
Yes
No
No
No
No
No
PHONO
FM
AM
TAPE
• If you play a CD or LD that supports DTS when “All” is
selected, you may hear a noise for a short while until the DTS
decoder recognizes the DTS-encoded signal and starts operating.
This is not a malfunction.
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
VIDEO 4
VIDEO 5
• If you press the pause or skip button on the player while playing
a DTS source, a short noise may be heard. This is not a
malfunction. In such cases, try playing the source in the “DTS”
selected.
• The DTS indicator on the TX-DS797 lights while a DTS source
is played. When playback finishes and the DTS signal
transmission stops, the TX-DS797 remains in DTS mode and the
DTS indicator remains lit. This prevents noise when you operate
the pause or skip button on the player. Therefore, if the source is
immediately switched from DTS to PCM, the PCM signal may
not be played. In this case, stop the playback of the source on the
player for about three seconds and then resume playback.
Note:
When playing a device that is actually connected to the MULTI
CHANNEL INPUT terminal, select Multichannel with the AUDIO
SELECTOR button.
• You may not be able to play some DTS source signals from
certain CD players and LD players even if you connect the
player to the TX-DS797 digitally. This is because the digital
signal has been processed (such as the output level, sampling
frequency, or frequency response) and the TX-DS797 cannot
recognize the signal as DTS data. Therefore you may hear noise
when you play a DTS source while processing the signal.
• The outputs for the VIDEO 1 OUT, VIDEO 2 OUT, TAPE
OUT, and ZONE 2 OUT output analog audio signals. Do not
record from CDs or LDs that support DTS using these outputs. If
you do, the DTS-encoded signal will be recorded as noise.
• If a compact disc or LD encoded in the DTS format is played
back with “PCM” selected, only noise will be produced. Always
select “All” or “DTS” when playing back DTS-encoded sources.
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Input Setup
b. Component Video
If a component is connected to the one of the COMPONENT
2-3. Video Setup sub-menu
VIDEO inputs (1 or 2), then that input must be set here.
Advanced Menu
The default settings are given below.
2.Input Setup
Input:DVD
Input source selected
CD
Component video input
Last Valid
Last Valid
Last Valid
Last Valid
Last Valid
INPUT 1
2-3.Video Setup
Input:DVD
PHONO
FM
a.Video
:DVD
AM
b.Component Video
:INPUT1
TAPE
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
VIDEO 4
VIDEO 5
INPUT 2
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INPUT 2
INPUT 2
INPUT 2
INPUT 2
a. Video
This setting allows you to match the audio from one component with
the video from another. Therefore, you can set a video source to be
displayed while the audio from another input source is heard. For
example, this allows you to play the music from a compact disc,
while displaying the picture from a video cassette player or other
video source.
Last Valid (enables the source last selected): The source that
was selected last continues as the input source.
The default settings are given below.
Input source selected
CD
Video
Last Valid
Last Valid
Last Valid
Last Valid
Last Valid
DVD
PHONO
FM
AM
TAPE
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
VIDEO 4
VIDEO 5
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
VIDEO 4
VIDEO 5
Last Valid: When you change to an input source set to “Last
Valid,” the video of the input source that you changed from is
continued. For example, if the selected input source is VIDEO 1,
and you then change to CD (set to “Last Valid”), then the audio
from the CD input is played while the video from VIDEO 1
continues.
• If no video signal is to be assigned to the input source, set
“----.”
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Input Setup
Using the cursor buttons, select the desired character and press the
ENTER button. To change a character, move the cursor backward
with the RETURN button or forward with the ENTER button to the
location of mistaken character and enter the desired character. To
erase a character, enter a blank space in its place. After completing
the name, to exit, repeatedly press the ENTER button. Continue until
the name is finished or until you have reached 10 characters.
2-4. Character Input sub-menu
This sub-menu allows you to give names to the stations you have
preset for the AM/FM tuner, and to the input sources you have
connected (excluding the tuner itself). Up to 10 characters can be
entered for each name. For example, if you have a DVD connected to
the VIDEO4 input jack, then you can give it the name “DVD2.” Or,
if you have multiple VCRs connected, you can enter the model
names or manufacturer names for each one so that you do not have to
remember which is connected to which input source.
If you want to enter a name for a preset broadcast radio station, select
the station that you want to name and enter the name.
2-5. Intelli Volume sub-menu
This sub-menu allows you to set some of the special features offered
by the TX-DS797.
Advanced Menu
Advanced Menu
2.Input Setup
Input:DVD
2.Input Setup
Input:DVD
2-4.Character Input
Input:DVD
2-5.IntelliVolume Setup
Input:DVD
a.Character Display
:No
a.IntelliVolume
: 0dB
b.Character
:
Press
to edit.
to clear.
Quit:|SETUP|
Quit:|SETUP|
a. Intelli Volume
a. Character Display
When switching input sources, you may find that the output level for
different components or input sources connected to the TX-DS797 is
different even though the main volume setting is the same. Under
normal circumstances, you would then have to change the volume
setting each time you change the input source. This Intelli Volume
setting allows you to preset a volume level for each input source
separately so that when you do switch from one input source to
another, the TX-DS797 adjusts the volume accordingly so that the
resulting volume stays the same. To set the Intelli Volume, simply
select an input source at the front panel, and if that source is quieter
Yes: Select to display the name you enter when the input source
is selected.
No: Select to display the default name.
b. Character
If you have selected “Yes” for the Character Display above, then
here you can enter the name that you want to display. Press cursor
button to clear the current entry. Press cursor button to bring up
the Character Input screen.
than other sources, increase its decibel level with the
button, or if it is louder than other sources, decrease its decibel level
with the cursor button.
cursor
At the Character Input screen, press the cursor buttons to move the
cursor to the desired character and then press the ENTER button.
That character will now appear in the 10-character space field above.
Continue until the name is finished or until you have reached 10
characters.
The Intelli Volume can be adjusted between –12 and +12 decibels.
Advanced Menu
2.Input Setup
Input:DVD
2-4.Character Input
Input:DVD
b.Character
:
ABCDEFGHIJKLM
NOPQRSTUVWXYZ
abcdefghijklm
nopqrstuvwxyz
|ENTER| 0123456789-.'
Back:
|RETURN|
()+*/=,:;!?_
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Input Setup
* The 5.1-channel digital surround format has a variety of versions
including Dolby Digital and DTS. The 5.1- channel digital
surround format enables you to individually record and play five
full-range (20 Hz to 20 kHz) channels (left and right front,
center, and two surround channels) plus an LFE channel (Low
Frequency Effect) for the low-range effect sound. It will create a
realistic sound that can be heard in the theaters and concert halls.
2-6. Listening Mode Preset sub-menu
With the TX-DS797, you can set a different listening mode for each
different signal type that comes from each input source. For
example, if your DVD player also plays compact discs and the DVD
video signal is Dolby Digital and the compact disc signal is PCM,
then you can set a different listening mode for each.
This is especially convenient if you frequently play the same types of
movies or music.
Advanced Menu
2.Input Setup
Input:DVD
2-6.ListeningMode Preset
Input:DVD
a.Analog/PCM
:Stereo
b.PCM fs=96k :Stereo
c.Dolby D :Dolby D
d.DTS
:DTS
f.D.F.2ch
:PLII
g.D.F.Mono:Mono
Quit:|SETUP|
Relationship between input source and listening mode
Input source signal
(display)
Analog/PCM
(2ch)
PCM fs=96kHz
Dolby D
(Multi CH)
DTS
(Multi CH)
D.F.2ch
(Digital Audio Format)
D.F.Mono
Type of software
Tape, CD, MD,
Record, Tuner,
DVD
(96k/24bit)
DVD
DVD
DTS-CD
DVD
Digital satellite
DVD
DVD (Stereo), LD,
Digital satellite
Listening Mode
Direct
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Stereo
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Mono
o
Theater-Dimensional
Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Digital
DTS Neo:6
o
o
DTS
o
o
o
o
DTS-ES Discrete
DTS-ES Matrix
THX Cinema(PLII)
THX Cinema(Neo:6)
THX Surround EX
DTS-ES THX Cinema
Mono Movie
Enhanced 7
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Orchestra
Unplugged
Studio-Mix
TV Logic
All Ch Stereo
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.
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Input Setup
Input source signals
Listening Modes
a. Analog/PCM
Mono
Analog sources consist of LP records, FM and AM broadcasts,
cassette tapes, and the such. PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) is one
form of digital audio signals and is recorded directly onto compact
discs and DVDs without compression.
This mode is for playing old movies whose sound is recorded in
monaural or playing left and right channels separately in the movies
which contains the different language signals recorded into
individual channels. This mode also allows you to listen to the
multiplexed soundtracks on DVDs, and other media that have them.
b. PCM fs=96k
Set a listening mode for the input signal from digital PCM sources
Direct
recorded with a sampling rate of 96 kHz.
This mode delivers pure sound with minimum sound quality
adjustment and filtration. The sound recorded for the right and left
front channels is output to the right and left front speakers only and
not output to the subwoofer.
c. Dolby D (Dolby Digital)
Digital data with AC-3 compression and a maximum of 5.1-channel
surround sound. This source signal comes from DVDs and LDs that
have the
mark and therefore recorded for 5.1-channel output.
Stereo
This source also comes from digital satellite broadcasts that support
Dolby Digital.
This mode has all input sound is output from the left and right front
speakers.
Subwoofer also can be used for playback.
Dialog norm
Dialogue Normalization (Dialog Norm) is feature of Dolby
Digital. When playing back software that has been encoded in
Dolby Digital, sometimes you may see a brief message in the
front panel display that read Dialog Norm xdB (“x” being a
numeric value). Dialogue Normalization serves to let you know
if the source material has been recorded at a higher or lower level
than usual. For example, if you see the message “Dialog Norm:
+4” in the front panel display, to keep the overall output level
constant just turn down the volume control by 4dB. In other
words, the source material that you are listening to has been
recorded 4dB louder than usual. If you do not see a message,
then no adjustment of the volume control is necessary.
T-D (Theater-Dimensional)
For the best enjoyment of your home theater, it is recommended that
you have at least front left and right speakers, a center speaker, and
surround left and right speakers. However, if you only have front left
and right speakers, you can enjoy multichannel audio by using this
mode.
This mode controls the characteristics of the sound that reaches each
ear to reproduce a multi-speaker setup. To receive the full effect,
there is an optimum listening position (sweet spot). Refer to the
explanation of the listening angle. In addition, if the reflective sound
components are large, it may be difficult to achieve the desired
result, so be sure to set up your system and listening position to
minimize reflective sound.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC II
This mode is a new generation 5-channel surround system that
provides performance between the 4-channel (left front, right front,
center, and monaural surround) Pro Logic Surround and the 5.1-
channel Dolby Digital Surround. This mode can be set to the Movie
mode designed for playing movies and the Music mode designed for
listening to music. In the Movie mode, the surround channels, which
used to provide monaural output over only a narrow frequency
range, now provide complete stereo output over the full frequency
range. The result is movie viewing with a realistic feel of movement.
The Music mode uses the surround channels to provide a natural
sound space that cannot be provided with normal stereo output.
d. DTS
DTS (Digital Theater System) is compressed digital data with a
maximum 5.1-channel surround output that allows for an extremely
high-quality sound. This source signal requires a DVD player that
supports DTS output and comes from DVDs, compact discs, and
LDs that have the
mark.
f. D.F. 2 ch (Digital Format 2 channel)
2 channel digital signal (except for PCM) such as Dolby Digital.
DVD or LD in which the 2 channel sound are recorded may be this
type of input signal.
This mode can be used with VHS and DVD videos with the
mark and certain television programs. The Music mode
g. D.F. Mono (Digital Format Monaural)
Monaural digital signal (except for PCM) such as Dolby Digital.
DVD or LD in which the monaural sound are recorded may be this
type of input signal.
can be used with music compact discs and other stereo sources.
If no surround speakers are connected, then the surround sound is
divided and output from the front left and right channels (3 stereo).
Dolby D (Dolby Digital)
Used for playing Dolby Digital source.
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Input Setup
DTS Neo:6
Mono Movie
This mode is for 6.1 channel playback of 2 channel sources such as
PCM or analog sources. All 6 channel outputs are wide frequency
range with a great separation between the different channels.
This mode is suitable for playing back monaural recording such as
old movie soundtracks. The center channel delivers the unprocessed
original sound, whereas the other channels deliver the center-
channel sound processed with the appropriate reverberation. This
allows you to enjoy monaural sound with the atmosphere of a movie
theater.
This mode can be set to the Cinema mode designed for playing
movies and the Music mode designed for listening to music.
The Cinema mode is good for movies. Reproduced surround sound
makes realistic feel of movement as 6.1 channel sources. This mode
can be used with VHS and television programs with stereo sound.
Enhanced 7
Enhanced 7 intends to reproduce a natural surround environment by
using 7-channel speakers. The sound effects moving smoothly
toward the surround back. This mode is good for music and TV
sports programs.
The Music mode uses the surround channels to provide a natural
sound space that cannot be provided with normal stereo output. This
mode can be used with music compact discs and other stereo
sources.
Orchestra
DTS
This mode is appropriate for classical and opera music. The center
channel is cut and the surround channels are emphasized to widen
the stereo image. It will simulate the natural reverberation that is
created in large halls.
Used for playing DTS source.
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1
With the addition of the surround back channel, this new format has
all 6.1 channels recorded independently for a completely discrete
digital format. Since all channels are recorded independently, high-
fidelity surround playback with the increased feeling of a separated
sound space is achieved.
Unplugged
This mode is suitable for acoustical instrumental sounds, vocals, and
jazz music. By emphasizing the front stereo image, it will simulate
the acoustics that you would experience in front of the stage.
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1
Studio-Mix
This format has the surround back channel matrix encoded and
inserted into the left and right surround channels so that at playback
the output for the left, right, and back surround channels are decoded
using a high-precision matrix decoder.
This mode is for rock and popular music. The lively sounds are
enhanced for a powerful acoustic image that simulates the feeling of
being in a club or rock concert.
TV Logic
THX
This mode gives realistic acoustics to TV programs that are aired
from TV studios. It enhances the entire surround sound and clarity of
the conversation.
This mode is for playing back sources using THX.
For excellent fidelity when playing back THX sounds, it is
recommended to use a THX-certified speaker system.
All Ch Stereo
• THX Cinema
This mode is designed for playing background music. The front,
surround, and surround back channels create a stereo image that
encompasses the entire area.
This is the conventional 5.1-channel THX format. This mode
should be used only when playing back sources that were mixed
for playback in large movie theater environments.
• THX Surround EX
“THX Surround EX - Dolby Digital Surround EX” is a joint
development of Dolby Laboratories and the THX division of
Lucasfilm Ltd.
In a movie theater, film soundtracks that have been encoded with
Dolby Digital Surround EX technology are able to reproduce an
extra channel which has been added during the mixing of the
program. This channel, called Surround Back, places sounds
behind the listener in addition to the currently available front
left, front center, front right, surround right, surround left, and
subwoofer channels.
This additional channel provides the opportunity for more
detailed imaging behind the listener and brings more depth,
spacious ambience, and sound localization than ever before.
When released to the home consumer market, movies that were
created using the Dolby Digital Surround EX technology, may
have a note to that effect on the packaging. A list of movies
created using this technology can be found on the Dolby web site
This unit can play the 5.1 ch program in THX surround EX
mode, even if the program is not encoded in Dolby Digital
Surround EX format. For this kind of program, the sound from
surround back channels depends on a program and may not fit to
your taste.
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Audio Adjust
Surround L/R: This outputs the sound to the surround left and
right speakers as normal and outputs nothing to the surround
back speaker.
3. Audio Adjust Setup menu
Set the various parameters for the sound signals.
Surround Back: This outputs the sound to the surround back
speakers and outputs nothing to the surround left and right
speakers.
Advanced Menu
3.Audio Adjust
Basic Menu
3.Audio Adjust
Sur L/R+Back: This outputs the sound to both the surround left
and right speakers and the surround back speaker.
1.Tone Control
2.Surround Speakers
3.Sound Effect
4.Delay
1.Tone Control
Note:
2.Surround Speakers
3.Sound Effect
If the Surr Back Out setting in the Speaker Config sub menu is set to
“1ch,” the Surround Speakers sub menu is disabled.
5.LFE Level
6.Mono Setup
7.Theater-Dimensional
8.Surround Setup
→default
3-3. Sound Effect
Turn on and off the various sound effects.
Parameter
Setting
Advanced Menu
3.Audio Adjust
Initial value
a RE-EQ
On, Off
On, Off
On, Off
Off
Off
On
b Upsampling
9.THX Setup
c Subwoofer
(Ana/PCM)
10.Mono Movie Setup
11.Enhanced 7 Setup
12.Orchestra Setup
13.Unplugged Setup
14.Studio Mix Setup
15.TV Logic Setup
d Late Night
Off, Low, High
Off
→
default
a) Re-EQ
Re-EQ (re-equalization) takes the edginess or “brightness” out of
your home cinema sound to compensate for the fact that sound
mixed for theaters may sound too bright when played back through
speakers in the home environment.
This can be set to either “On” or “Off.”
This parameter is enabled for listening modes other than the THX,
T-D, Direct, PL II Music, or Neo:6 Music listening mode.
3-1. Tone Control
Separately adjust the bass and treble settings as desired in 2-decibel
units.
b) Upsampling
Upsampling processes the input digital signal, or the digital signal
converted from an analog input source, and converts its digital
sampling frequency to twice its current frequency for an even further
detailed sound reproduction. This can be set to either “On” or “Off.”
When “On” is selected, the UPSAMPLING indicator lights.
Advanced Menu
3.Audio Adjust
3-1.Tone Control
c) Subwoofer
a.Bass
:
:
0
0
When “Yes” is selected for the Subwoofer setting in the Speaker
Config sub-menu, set this to “Off” if you do not want to have sound
output from the subwoofer. This setting is only effective when the
input source is Analog/PCM. If “No” is selected for the Subwoofer
setting in the Speaker Config sub-menu, then this setting will not
appear.
b.Treble
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d) Late Night
Cinema sound has a vast dynamic range; therefore, to hear the
quieter sounds such as human conversations, they must be played
back at larger volumes. When this parameter is set to “High” or
“Low,” the dynamic range of the sound is narrowed down to allow
you to easily hear minute sounds at low volumes. This function is
especially useful if you wish to play a movie at low volumes during
the nighttime.
Parameter
Setting
Initial value
a Bass
–12 to +12
0
0
b Treble
–12 to +12
This can be set to either “Off” or “Low,” or “High.”
When this parameter is set to High or Low, the dynamic range of the
sound is narrowed down to allow you to easily hear minute sounds at
low volume.
Note:
If DIRECT or THX is selected as the listening mode, these settings
cannot be made. To make these settings, first select another listening
mode.
Off: Turns off the Late Night function.
Low: Lowers the dynamic range.
High: Narrows down the dynamic range.
3-2. Surround Speakers
This setting allows you to decide which speakers to output to when
surround back speakers are connected and you are playing back a
5.1-channel source.
Notes:
• The Late Night function is effective only on Dolby Digital
encoded software.
• The depth of the Late Night effect is determined by Dolby
Parameter
Setting
Initial value
Digital software. Some sounds may produce no or little effect.
a Surround Speakers Surround L/R, Surround Back, Surround L/R
Surr L/R + Back
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Audio Adjust
3-4. Delay
3-6. Mono Setup
This sub-menu gives you various ways to adjust the timing of the
audio output from the speakers to give certain soundfield effects or
to adjust for unwanted asynchronous video and audio tracks.
This sub-menu does not appear if “Direct” is selected as the
listening mode.
The settings shown below are enabled when the listening mode is set
to “Mono.”
Parameter
Setting
Initial value
a Academy
On, Off
Off
Parameter
Setting
Initial value
b Input Channel
Auto L+R, Left, Right
Auto L+R
a A/V Sync
Relative Delay
b Center
0.0 ms to 74.0 ms
0.0 ms
a) Academy
Older monaural film mixes relied on high-frequency rolloff in
presentation to sound properly balanced, so that excessive hiss from
the grain structure of the film would not be heard. The high-
frequency loss was typically due to a combination of optical slit loss,
electrical filters, loudspeaker response, and screen loss. Some films
have been transferred to video without such a high-frequency rolloff,
and thus sound overly bright and hissy. This unit includes this
“Academy filter,” which is based on contemporary playback
practices for such films over wide-range systems.
–4.0 ms to +6.0 ms
–4.0 ms to +6.0 ms
–4.0 ms to +6.0 ms
0.0 ms
0.0 ms
0.0 ms
c Surr L/R
d Surr Back
a. A/V Sync
If a digital signal processor is connected, there may be times when
the audio and video from a DVD or LD player is not output in perfect
sync. The result is where the sound and picture do not match and the
sound is heard too early. In such a case, use this setting to properly
synchronize the audio and video. This setting can be set between 0 to
74.0 ms in 0.5-ms increments. Under normal circumstances, this can
left at 0 ms. If set between 25.0 and 74.0 ms, upsampling is fixed to
24.0 ms. For input sources using the multi channel port, this setting
will not appear.
This can be set to either “On” or “Off.”
b) Input Channel
This allows you to set which input channel to use for monaural
sound.
Auto L+R: Select this under normal circumstances.
When the input source is center channel only, this channel is
used for monaural sound input channel. Otherwise, left and right
channels are mixed and the mixed signal is used for monaural
sound input channel.
Relative Delay
b. Center, c. Surr L/R, d. Surr Back
Besides level and delay adjustments, the TX-DS797 provides the
ability to change or adjust the relative speaker position to fine tune
the soundfield for the listener. This is accomplished using Onkyo’s
unique Enhanced Spatial Positioning Algorithm. This adjustment
provides 10 milliseconds of delay for the speakers, which is
equivalent to moving the speaker 10 feet (3 meters) away. This
adjustment is set up to provide –4.0 or +6.0 milliseconds (–4 or +6
feet/–1.2 or +1.8 meters) of adjustment to the listener’s position.
Once the coarse adjustments--speaker level and distance
adjustments--are made, the system is set up to provide a typical or
broad surround environment. By adjusting the relative position of
the speakers, we are able to alter the soundfield to be more spread out
(deeper) or focused (shallower).
Left/Right: You will need to select either left or right when
playing a video source that contains bilingual data. In such a
case, the left and right channels will contain different language.
Select the channel with the language you desire.
3-7. Theater-Dimensional Setup
Select this to modify the Theater-Dimensional (T-D) listening
modes. The parameters that can be set are shown in the table below.
Parameter
Setting
Initial value
a Listening Angle
b Center
20 deg, 40 deg
On, Off
20 deg
Off
3-5. LFE Level Setup
This sub-menu is for setting the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) levels
included in Dolby Digital and DTS software.
c Front Expander
d Virtual Surr Level
e Dialog Enhance
On, Off
On
–3 dB to +3 dB
On, Off
0 dB
Off
Parameter
Setting
Initial value
Theater-Dimensional
a Dolby Digital
b DTS
–∞, –10 dB to 0 dB
–∞, –10 dB to 0 dB
0 dB
0 dB
For the best enjoyment of your home theater, it is recommended that
you have at least front left and right speakers, a center speaker, and
surround left and right speakers. However, if you only have front left
and right speakers, you can enjoy multichannel audio by using this
mode.
This mode controls the characteristics of the sound that reaches each
ear to reproduce a multi-speaker setup. To receive the full effect,
there is an optimum listening position (sweet spot). Refer to the
explanation of the listening angle. In addition, if the reflective sound
components are large, it may be difficult to achieve the desired
result, so be sure to set up your system and listening position to
minimize reflective sound.
a. Dolby Digital
The level can be adjusted to either –∞ or between –10 to 0 decibels in
1-decibel increments. For Dolby Digital input source signals, the
LFE level becomes that set here. A setting of 0 decibels is
recommended for optimum performance; however, if the low
frequency range is too strong, lower this setting as necessary.
b. DTS
The level can be adjusted to either –∞ or between –10 to 0 decibels in
1-decibel increments. For DTS input source signals, the LFE level
becomes that set here. A setting of 0 decibels is recommended for
optimum performance; however, if the low frequency range is too
strong, lower this setting as necessary.
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Audio Adjust
a) Listening angle
a) Surr Mode (Analog/PCM)
The listening angle is the angle subtended by the front left and right
speakers as seen from the listener. The setting of 20 and 40 degrees
are only for nominal purposes, so select the setting that is closest to
your actual listening angle.
Changes the surround mode for 2-channel analog/PCM input
signals.
b) Surr Mode (D.F.2ch)
Changes the surround mode for 2-channel digital input signals.
c) DTS-ES
Selects DTS-ES mode.
Front left speaker
Front right speaker
Listening angle
Auto: When the DTS source has the DTS-ES flag (ID signal for
DTS-ES), the listening mode is automatically changed to DTS-
ES Discrete 6.1 or DTS-ES Matrix 6.1. If the DTS source has no
DTS-ES flag, the mode is changed to DTS 5.1.
On: When the DTS source has the DTS-ES flag, the listening
mode is automatically changed to DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 or DTS-
ES Matrix 6.1. If the DTS source has no DTS-ES flag, the mode
is forced to be DTS-ES Matrix 6.1.
b) Center
For systems that have a center speaker, the center channel signal can
be output from the center speaker. For instance, in systems where the
front left and right speakers are small, use of the center speaker may
provide a better sound space. (If your system uses a center speaker,
be sure to perform the level calibration with the left and right
speakers in the Speaker Setup menu beforehand.)
Off: Even when the DTS source has the DTS-ES flag, the DTS-
ES listening modes are not used. The DTS sources are always
played in DTS 5.1 mode.
d) Pro Logic II Music Panorama
Use this listening mode to expand sound space in front of a listener
to both side of the listener.
On: The center channel signal is output to the center speaker.
Off: The center channel signal is output from the front left and
right speakers (Phantom Center).
On: Turns on the PL II Music Panorama mode.
Off: Turns off the PL II Music Panorama mode.
c) Front Expander
The front expander function spreads out the sound from the front
speakers for the feeling of a wide sound space.
e) Pro Logic II Music Dimension
Use this listening mode to modify the sound space location forward
On: Select to turn on the front expander function to simulate a
or backward.
wider sound space.
The setting of “3” is the normal position and setting to “2” or lower
moves the sound space forward and setting to “4” or higher move the
sound space backward.
If the stereo recording has excessive broadness or too strong
surroundness, move the sound space forward to get the appropriate
sound balance. In contrast, if the stereo recording is somewhat felt
like monaural or has narrowness, move the sound space backward to
get more surroundness.
Off: Select to turn off the front expander function for a normal
sound space.
d) Virtual Surr Level
This parameter adjusts the virtual surround level. This can be set
from –3 to +3 decibels.
Lowering this setting can improve the sound when the definition is
unclear or when the sound feels unnatural.
e) Dialog Enhance
f) Pro Logic II Music Center Width
In Pro Logic II decoding, outstanding center signal will be output
only from center speaker. When the center speaker is not used, the
decoder divide the center signal equally to each front left and right
speakers to create “phantom” center sound image.
This parameter allows you to adjust the dialog sound level from the
center speaker if it is difficult to hear.
On: Enhances the vocal ranges for the center channel signal.
Off: Outputs the center channel signal at the regular level and
The Pro Logic II Music Center Width mode allows you to adjust
where the center sound image is heard from. Depending on your
setting, the center sound image will be heard from center speaker
only, front left and right speakers (as phantom center sound image),
or all three speakers (center, front left and right) in various level
combinations. For home use, applying some “width” to center signal
will improve the level balance for center and main speakers, and
effect the width of the center sound image, or “mass” of the sound.
Many of sound recordings processed for stereo playback will be
reproduced better by controlling the parameter for this listening
mode. The recommended setting for Pro Logic II Music mode is “3.”
This allows you to easily distinguish the Pro Logic II Music mode
from the Pro Logic II Movie mode whose setting is automatically set
to “0.”
frequency characteristics.
3-8. Surround Setup
Select this to modify the plain Dolby Digital, DTS, and Pro Logic II
Surround listening modes. The parameters that can be set are shown
in the table below.
Parameter
Setting
Initial value
a Surr Mode
(Analog/PCM)
Pro Logic II Movie
Pro Logic II Music
DTS Neo:6 Cinema
DTS Neo:6 Music
Pro Logic II Movie
b Surr Mode
(D.F.2ch)
Pro Logic II Movie
Pro Logic II Music
Pro Logic II Movie
c DTS-ES
Auto, On, Off
Auto
<Pro Logic II Music>
d Panorama
Off, On
Off
3
e Dimension
0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7
f
Center Width
3
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Audio Adjust
3-9. THX Setup
3-10. 3-11. 3-12. 3-13. 3-14. 3-15.
Select this Setup THX listening modes; the one that is currently set is
the one that is modified. The parameters that can be set are shown in
the table below.
Mono Movie Setup/Enhanced 7 Setup/Orchestra Setup/
Unplugged Setup/Studio-Mix Setup/TV Logic Setup
When you set the parameters of this sub-menu and select Mono
Movie, Enhanced 7, Orchestra, Unplugged, Studio-Mix, or TV
Logic as the listening mode, the set parameters become enabled.
Parameter
Setting
Initial value
a RE-EQ (THX)
Off, On
On
b Decoder (Analog/PCM)
PL II, Neo:6
Off, On
PL II
Auto
Parameter
Setting
Initial value
c THX Surround
(Dolby D)
a Front Effect
b Reverb Level
c Rever Time
Off, On
On
Low, Middle, High
Short, Middle, Long
Middle
Middle
a) Re-EQ
Re-EQ (re-equalization) takes the edginess or “brightness” out of
your home cinema sound to compensate for the fact that sound
mixed for theaters may sound too bright when played back through
speakers in the home environment.
This can be set to either “On” or “Off.”
This parameter is only enabled for the THX listening mode. Also,
this is set to “On” when the TX-DS797 is turned on.
a) Front Effect
Some live recordings contain acoustic reverberation. When you play
these sources, more reverberation will be applied by the DSP,
creating too much reverb effects and the sound loses frame or
presence. In this case, set this setting to “Off.” No reverberation from
the DSP will be applied to the sound output from the three front
channels, so the sound source is be played as it is without any further
reverberation.
b) Decoder
Select the decoding mode for THX processes.
PL II: Select for Dolby Pro Logic II Movie.
b) Reverb Level
Neo:6: Select for DTS Neo:6 Cinema.
This parameter allows you to adjust the depth of acoustic
reverberation to match the playback source material, the acoustics of
your room, and such other factors.
c) THX Surround EX (Dolby D)
This setting allows you to set whether or not Dolby Digital sources
will be played back using THX Surround EX when a surround back
speaker is connected.
Select from the three settings “Low,” “Middle,” and “High.”
c) Reverb Time
Auto: Automatically outputs signals with EX-identifying
signals using THX Surround EX.
Adjust the reverb time to match the source being played back and the
acoustics of the room. Select from the three settings “Short,”
“Middle,” and “Long.”
On: Outputs using THX Surround EX regardless of whether or
not the signal contains EX identifiers.
Off: Does not output using THX Surround EX regardless of
whether or not the signal contains EX identifiers.
Relationship between listening mode and parameter
Parameter
Tone
Control
Subwoofer Re-EQ Surround Upsamp
LATE
NIGHT
LFE
Level
Front
Effect
Reverb
Level
Reverb
Time
Speakers
ling
Listening mode
Direct
Stereo
Mono
Theater-Dimensional
Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Digital
DTS Neo:6
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G *1
G
G *1
G
G
G
G
DTS
G
G
G
G
G
G
DTS-ES Discrete
DTS-ES Matrix
THX Cinema(PLII)
THX Cinema(Neo:6)
THX Surround EX
DTS-ES THX Cinema
Mono Movie
Enhanced 7
Orchestra
Unplugged
Studio-Mix
TV Logic
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
All CH Stereo
G
The surround given here refers to basic surround modes and consists of Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.
*1 Enabled for Dolby Pro Logic II Movie and DTS Neo:6 Cinema input sources.
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Preference
4-1. Volume Setup sub-menu
4. Preference menu
This sub-menu allows you to make various settings concerning the
volume control of the TX-DS797.
Advanced Menu
4.Preference
Advanced Menu
4.Preference
1.Volume Setup
2.Headphones Level
3.OSD Setup
4-1.Volume Setup
4.OSD Position
a.Volume Display
:Absolute
|ENTER|Quit:|SETUP|
b.Muting Level
:-oodB
c.Maximum Volume
:Off
d.Power On Volume
:Last
Quit:|SETUP|
a. Volume Display
You can choose from two ways of displaying the volume setting on
screen.
Absolute: This displays the volume with a minimum of min (0)
for no sound and a maximum of max (100). As a reference, the
volume setting of Ref (82) is used as the 0-decibel for the
relative display method.
Relative: This displays the volume as a decibel value on a scale
with a designated reference point that is displayed as 0, which
equals the volume setting of 82 for the absolute display method.
With this display method, the minimum value is –∞, the next
highest is –81, and the maximum value is +18.
b. Muting Level
This sets the attenuation level during playback when the MUTING
button is pressed on the remote controller. This can be set between
–∞, –50 and –10 decibels in 10-decibel increments.
c. Maximum Volume
This setting allows you to set the maximum volume that can be
output with the MASTER VOLUME dial to prevent components
from being damaged by excessively loud volumes. For the absolute
volume display method, this can be set between 50 and 99. For the
relative volume display method, this can be set between –32 and +17
decibels. To not set a maximum volume, select “Off.”
d. Power On Volume
This sets a designated volume setting for the TX-DS797 to be set
every time that the power is turned on. This prevents the TX-DS797
from being turned on while it is set to an extremely high volume and
suddenly output very loud sounds. For the absolute volume display
method, this can be set between min and max. For the relative
volume display method, this can be set between –∞ and +18
decibels. If you do not mind having the TX-DS797 turned on with its
current volume setting, set this to “Last.”
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Preference
Hint:
4-2. Headphones Level Setup sub-menu
If this is set to “Off,” the background color will not be displayed
even when there is no video signal input.
You can use this sub-menu to adjust the volume output from the
headphones so that it matches the level output from the speakers.
The headphone volume can be adjusted between –12 and +12
decibels.
d. Display Position
Use this setting to select the position of the immediate display that
appears when certain operations are performed. You can position the
immediate display at any of ten different levels ranging from the top
all the way to the bottom.
Advanced Menu
4.Preference
e. TV Format
(For all models other than USA and Canadian models)
The default setting is “Auto,” which means that the television format
is detected and automatically set by the TX-DS797. However, if you
know the correct format, you can use this setting to choose either
PAL or NTSC so that no time is wasted on detection.
4-2.HeadphoneLevel Setup
a.Headphones Level
: 0dB
4-4. OSD Position sub-menu
Quit:|SETUP|
This sub-menu allows you to adjust the position of the OSD Setup
menu as it is displayed on your screen. Depending on the monitor
used, there may be cases where the OSD Setup menu is not displayed
in the center and parts of the menus are cut off. To adjust the position
of the OSD Setup menu, simply press the cursor buttons to inch the
menu to position you desire.
4-3. OSD Setup sub-menu
Advanced Menu
This sub-menu allows you to customize the OSD Setup menu to
display in the manner you desire.
4.Preference
Advanced Menu
4.Preference
4-4.OSD Position
4-3.OSD Setup
a.Background Color
:Blue1
b.Superimpose Mode
:Normal
Exit:|RETURN|
c.Immediate Display
:On
d.Display Position
:Bottom
e.TV Format
:Auto
Quit:|SETUP|
a. Background Color
Select either Blue1, Blue2, Green1, Green2, Magenta, Red1, or
Red2 as the background color while the OSD Setup menu is
displayed.
b. Superimpose
Off: Select to have the OSD Setup menu displayed on the
selected background color.
Normal: Select to have the OSD Setup menu superimposed over
the current video if one is displayed or on the selected
background color if there is no video signal.
Black: Select to have the OSD Setup menu displayed on a black
background at all times.
c. Immediate Display
On: Select this to have the screen immediately display certain
operations as you perform them. The display will remain for a
few seconds after the operation is completed.
Off: Select this to turn off the immediate display of operations.
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Listening to Radio Broadcasts
FM MODE
/
TUNING
DISPLAY
DIMMER
REC OUT
ZONE
2
OFF
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
SETUP
ENTER
TUNING
STANDBY
POWER
RETURN
PRESET
ON
OFF
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
FM MODE
MEMORY
A-FORM LISTENING MODE MEMORY
UPSAMPLING
PHONES
CLEAR
ZONE
REC
2
(GRN
RED
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)
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SELECTOR
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VIDEO
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FM AM
One of the features of the TX-DS797 that is most frequently used is
its ability to play FM and AM broadcast radio stations. The TX-
DS797 provides a number of listening modes perfect for listening to
the radio and getting the most out of your audio system. Also, by
presetting radio stations that you listen to frequently, you can select
Listening to a stereo radio station (FM mode)
FM MODE
MEMORY
When you tune into a radio station, TUNED
indicator appears in the display. If you tune into
an FM station in stereo, then “FM STEREO”
appears. If the signal is weak, it may be
impossible to tune into the station in stereo. In
such a case, press the FM MODE button on the
front panel. The AUTO indication disappears
and the radio station is output in the monaural
mode. To return to stereo, press the FM MODE
button again. “AUTO” appears. Some inter-
station noise may be heard, but the sound will
not cut in and out as it would if stereo was
selected.
them easily by pressing the CH
button on the remote controller.
Tuning into a radio station
FM
AM
1. Press either the AM or FM input
source button.
TUNING
2. Using the TUNING and buttons
on the front panel, tune into the
station you desire.
“FM STEREO”
Tuned
(Lights red)
in stereo Auto mode
TUNED
FM STEREO AUTO
Band
Frequency
• The tuner frequency changes in 50 kHz increments for FM
and 10 kHz increments for AM.
• When tuning into FM stations, you can press the TUNING
or button continuously for more than 0.5 seconds to scan
for an FM station in the direction of the button you pressed
(FM auto tuning mode). After you release the button and a
station is received in stereo, the scanning stops.
• The European model allows you to receive RDS broadcasts.
See pages 48 and 49 for a more detailed explanation.
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Listening to Radio Broadcasts
MEMORY
FM MODE
ENTER
RCVR
CH
DISPLAY
DIMMER
REC OUT
ZONE
2
OFF
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
SETUP
ENTER
TUNING
STANDBY
POWER
RETURN
PRESET
ON
OFF
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
FM MODE
MEMORY
A-FORM LISTENING MODE MEMORY
UPSAMPLING
CLEAR
ZONE
REC
2
(GRN
RED
)
)
PHONES
(
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT
AUDIO
SELECTOR
DVD
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
VIDEO
4
VIDEO
5
TAPE
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TUN
PRESET
/
FM AM
Presetting a radio station
Selecting a preset radio station
FM
AM
1. Tune into the radio station you desire (see “Tuning
1. Press either the AM or FM input
source button.
into a radio station” ).
2. Press the PRESET
/
buttons and
FM MODE
MEMORY
2. Press the MEMORY button on the
front panel.
select the number of the desired
preset station.
PRESET
The MEMORY indicator lights red.
When using the remote controller:
“MEMORY”
(Lights red)
Flash
1. Press the RCVR MODE button.
The RCVR MODE button lights green.
TUNED
MEMORY
AUTO
ch
2. Press the TUN button.
3. Using the PRESET
/
buttons,
select a preset number (from 1 to 40)
to assign the station to be preset.
PRESET
3. Press the CH
button and select
the number of the desired preset
station.
ENTER
4. Press the ENTER button to finalize
the procedure.
“MEMORY”
(Lights red)
Light
TUNED
MEMORY
AUTO
ch
Erasing a preset radio station
This can only be performed at the TX-DS797.
This programs the radio station as a preset
radio station.
FM
AM
1. Press the AM or FM button and
• Up to 40 stations can be stored in memory
as preset radio stations.
press the PRESET
/
buttons to
select the preset radio station that
you want erase (see above).
• You can enter text names for any of the
preset radio stations (see page 36).
PRESET
ch
FM MODE
MEMORY
2. Press and hold the MEMORY button
and then press the FM MODE button.
The selected preset station is erased.
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Listening to RDS broadcasts
(European models only)
Listening to RDS broadcasts
PTY program types in Europe
RDS reception is available only on the European model and only in
areas where RDS broadcasts are available.
The text given in parenthesis is what is actually displayed on the TX-
DS797.
What is RDS?
None (NONE):
RDS stands for Radio Data System and is a type of FM broadcasting.
RDS was developed within the European Broadcasting Union
(EBU) and is available in most European countries. Many FM
broadcasting stations now transmit the RDS signals, which provide
the additional information required. RDS provides you with various
services so that you can choose a station that broadcasts your
favorite categories of music, news, or other information.
No program type.
News reports (NEWS):
Reports on current events and happenings.
Current affairs (AFFAIRS):
Topical reporting of current affairs, often with a wider range of
topics than news reports.
There are three main classifications of RDS broadcasts. Though they
can be tuned into by using the Tuning buttons as normal stations,
RDS broadcasts allow you to scan for stations of the type and
classification for which you are looking. This makes it much easier
for you to find the station you want (see “Performing a PTY scan”
and “Performing a TP scan” on page 49). The three main
classifications are explained below.
Information (INFO):
General information such as weather forecasts, consumer affairs,
medical help, etc.
Sport (SPORT):
Live sports action, sports news, and interviews.
RT: Radio Text
Education (EDUCATE):
When an RDS station broadcasting RT information is selected, the
Formal educational programs.
text information received from the station is displayed.
Drama (DRAMA):
PTY: Program Type
Radio plays and serials.
When an RDS station broadcasting PTY information is selected, the
station type (classification) is displayed.
Culture (CULTURE):
Cultural programs (including religious affairs).
TP: Traffic Program
When an RDS station broadcasting TP information is selected,
traffic information will be broadcasted periodically.
Science and technology (SCIENCE):
Programs about the natural sciences and technology.
Varied (VARIED):
Speech-based programs not covered by the above categories (e.g.,
quizzes, panel games, and comedy).
Notes:
• In some cases, the characters displayed on the display of the TX-
DS797 may not be exactly the same as the ones broadcast by the
radio station. Also, unusual characters may appear on the display
if the TX-DS797 receives characters that cannot be displayed
correctly. This is not a malfunction.
Pop music (POP M):
Popular commercial music, usually from past or present sales charts
(e.g., Top 40).
• When an RDS station broadcasting PS information is selected,
the name of the station is displayed instead of the frequency.
Rock music (ROCK M):
Popular music with an alternative appeal, often not appearing on
sales charts.
Middle of the road music (M.O.R. M):
Easy listening music (as opposed to Pop, Rock, or Classical).
Light classics (LIGHT M):
Classical music for general rather than specialist appreciation.
Serious classics (CLASSICS):
Performances of major orchestral works, symphonies, chamber
music, etc. (including the Grand Opera).
Other music (OTHER M):
Music styles not covered by the above categories (e.g., Jazz, Rhythm
& Blues, Folk, Country, and Reggae).
• Alarm (ALARM):
When an RDS station is making an emergency broadcast, this
ALARM will flash on the display.
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Listening to RDS broadcasts
PRESET
/
RT/PTY/TP
ENTER
DISPLAY
RT/PTY/TP
REC OUT
ZONE
2
OFF
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
SETUP
ENTER
TUNING
STANDBY
POWER
RETURN
PRESET
ON
OFF
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
FM MODE
MEMORY
A-FORM LISTENING MODE MEMORY
UPSAMPLING
CLEAR
ZONE
REC
2
(GRN
RED
)
)
PHONES
(
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT
AUDIO
SELECTOR
DVD
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
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VIDEO
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VIDEO
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FM
ENTER
4. Press the ENTER button.
Displaying Radio Text (RT)
The TX-DS797 will scan until it reaches a
station of the program type you selected. It
will then stop briefly at that station before
continuing on until it reaches the next
station. Pressing the ENTER button stops
the PTY scan at that point. If you press the
RT/PTY/TP while “NONE” is displayed,
“PTY ?” will appear. In this case, return to
step 3.
If the station you are currently tuned into is broadcasting RT signals,
they will be displayed in the front display on the TX-DS797. If the
station does not, this function will be ignored.
RT/PTY/TR
1. To display the radio text, press the
RT/PTY/TP button once.
• If the current station you are listening to is not an RDS station,
only the frequency of the station appears.
ENTER
5. Press the ENTER button when it
reaches the station that you want to
listen to.
• If “Waiting” appears on the display, more time is required to
receive the RT information. When the information is received,
the characters will scroll across the front display.
“Not Found” will appear when no RDS
signal is being received from the station.
• If “No Text Data” appears on the display, RT information is not
available.
• The display shows the frequency for 3 seconds and returns to
program service name.
Performing a TP scan
FM
1. Press the FM input source button.
Performing a PTY scan
FM
1. Press the FM input source button.
RT/PTY/TR
2. Press the RT/PTY/TP button three
times.
RT/PTY/TR
2. Press the RT/PTY/TP button twice.
The current program type appears on the
display.
“[TP]” will appear if the current station is broadcasting TP
signals. This station will periodically broadcast traffic
information. To find a different station, proceed to the next step.
Also, if “TP” is displayed, proceed to the next step.
ENTER
3. Press the ENTER button.
3. Using the
/
buttons, select the
The TX-DS797 will scan until it reaches a
station broadcasting traffic information. If
“Not Found” appears on the display, a TP
station cannot be located.
PTY program type you desire.
PRESET
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Enjoying music or videos with the TX-DS797
MASTER VOLUME
RCVR
DISPLAY
DIMMER
REC OUT
ZONE
2
OFF
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
VOL
SETUP
ENTER
TUNING
STANDBY
POWER
RETURN
PRESET
MUTING
ON
OFF
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
FM MODE
MEMORY
A-FORM LISTENING MODE MEMORY
UPSAMPLING
PHONES
CLEAR
ZONE
REC
2
(GRN
RED
)
)
(
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT
AUDIO
SELECTOR
DVD
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
VIDEO
4
VIDEO
5
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INPUT
SELECTOR
buttons
PHONES
Input source buttons
Though the TX-DS797 is often used to listen to the radio, it does not
show you its true ability until it is used to play music or watch
videos, DVDs, and the like. The TX-DS797 has the latest in state-of-
the-art features to play back today’s acoustic technologies with the
utmost in fidelity and power. From a two-speaker system to a seven-
speaker system, you are assured a sound space that you can always
enjoy.
Temporarily turning off the sound
To turn off the sound momentarily, such as when interrupted by a
phone call, press the MUTING button on the remote controller.
When pressed, “Muting” is displayed on the TX-DS797. Press the
MUTING button again to turn the sound back on.
Remote controller
Basic operation
To use the remote controller, first press the RCVR button.
1. Press the input source (or input selector on the
remote controller) button.
Adjusting the bass and treble
You can adjust the bass and treble levels at the Setup menu:Audio
Adjust → Tone Control. This function only affects the front left and
right speakers, center speaker, and subwoofer. Only the bass level
can be adjusted for the subwoofer (the treble adjustment is not
effective). However, these adjustments cannot be made if the
listening mode is set to DIRECT.
TX-DS797
DVD
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
VIDEO
4
VIDEO
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FM
AM
PHONO
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VCR
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VCR
2
Remote controller
Listening with headphones
To listen with headphones, plug a pair of headphones with a standard
stereo plug into the PHONES jack on the TX-DS797 front panel.
When you connect headphones, the unit will enter STEREO mode
automatically and no sound will be heard from the speakers.
When the headphones are unplugged, the TX-DS797 returns to its
original listening mode.
When using the headphones, you can only use the Direct, Stereo, and
Mono listening modes.
If you have selected MULTI CH INPUT, you will hear sound only
from the FRONT L and R channels.
2. Turn on the corresponding component and play the
media.
3. Adjust the volume.
TX-DS797
Remote controller
MASTER VOLUME
The headphone volume level can be adjusted at the Setup menu (see
page 45).
Note that the signal to the remote zone (Zone 2) will not be affected
whether or not headphones are connected.
ZONE
REC
2
(GRN
)
PHONES
(
RED)
Adjusting the main volume adjusts the volume level output from
all the speakers connected to the TX-DS797 together. If
headphones are connected, this also adjusts the volume heard
from the headphone speakers. To adjust the volume, either press
AUDIO
SELECTOR
DVD
the VOL
buttons on the remote controller or turn the
MASTER VOLUME dial. To increase the volume, turn the dial
clockwise; to decrease the volume, turn the dial
counterclockwise. The volume can be set to Min, 1 to 99, and
Max (or –∞, –81 to +18 dB).
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Listening mode buttons
/
DIRECT
SETUP ENTER
DISPLAY
DIMMER
REC OUT
ZONE
2
OFF
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
SETUP
ENTER
TUNING
STANDBY
POWER
RETURN
PRESET
ON
OFF
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
FM MODE
MEMORY
A-FORM LISTENING MODE MEMORY
UPSAMPLING
CLEAR
ZONE
REC
2
(GRN
RED
)
)
PHONES
(
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT
AUDIO
SELECTOR
DVD
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
VIDEO
4
VIDEO
5
TAPE
FM
AM
PHONO
C
D
VCR
1
VCR
2
DIGITAL
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
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Listening
mode
buttons
/
RETURN
Input source buttons
If surround back speakers are not connected, you cannot select THX
Surround EX, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, or DTS-ES Matrix 6.1.
Changing the listening mode
To change the listening mode during playback, press the listening
mode buttons.
The functions of the buttons on the TX-DS797 and those on the
remote controller are the same.
DSP / : Changes the listening mode as shown below.
Mono → Direct → Stereo → Theater-Dimensional → Surround* →
THX* → Mono Movie → Enhanced 7 → Orchestra → Unplugged
→ Studio-Mix → TV Logic → All Ch Stereo → Mono.
If pressed, the listening mode for the selected input source set in the
Listening Mode Preset is also changed.
TX-DS797
Remote controller
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
* The display will differ depending on the format of the current
signal.
DIRECT: Changes the listening mode directly to the Direct
listening mode. If pressed, the listening mode for the selected input
source set in the Listening Mode Preset is also changed to the Direct
listening mode.
Entering names for input sources and tuner stations
You can enter names for your components or radio station names as
names for your input sources and have them displayed in the front
panel display when that input source is selected. (see page 36)
STEREO: Changes the listening mode directly to the Stereo
listening mode. If pressed, the listening mode for the selected input
source set in the Listening Mode Preset sub-menu is also changed to
the Stereo listening mode.
Entering characters using the TX-DS797:
1. Press the SETUP button.
2. Press the button to select the “2.Input Setup” menu and
press the ENTER button.
SURROUND (SURR): Changes the listening mode to the surround
mode for the current input signal (e.g., Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby
Digital, or DTS). If pressed, the listening mode for the selected input
source set in the Listening Mode Preset is also changed to the
Surround listening mode.
3. Press the button to select the “Character Input?” sub-
menu and press the ENTER button.
4. Press the button to select “Char: ” and press the button.
5. The screen changes to show you the characters you have
already entered (< >) and then automatically changes to the
Character Selection screen (ABCDEF...).
When the Surround listening mode is selected
• When playing back DTS sources
Switches the DTS-ES setting from Auto → On → Off.
• When playing back Analog/PCM sources
Switches from Pro Logic II Movie → Pro Logic II Music →
DTS Neo6:Cinema → DTS Neo6:Music.
Press the
,
,
, and buttons to select the character you
desire and press the ENTER button. The screen again shows you
the characters entered for approximately two seconds and
returns you to the Character Selection screen.
If you enter an incorrect character, press the RETURN button to
move the cursor to the left and re-enter the character.
Repeat the above operations to enter up to 10 characters. When
you are finished, the entered name appears.
• When playing back D.F. 2-channel sources
Switches from Pro Logic II Movie → Pro Logic II Music.
THX: Changes the listening mode to the THX listening mode.
6. Press the SETUP button to complete the procedure.
When the THX listening mode is selected
To correct entered characters
• When playing back Dolby Digital sources
Perform steps 1 to 4 given above. After performing step 4, press the
button to display a name that has already been entered. Press the
ENTER button to move the cursor to the location of the character
that you want to change, enter the new character, and press the
ENTER button.
Switches the THX Surround EX mode (Auto → On → Off) if the
source is a Dolby Digital-compatible source.
• When playing back Analog/PCM sources
Switches the decoding mode (Pro Logic II Movie → DTS
Neo6:Cinema) for THX processing.
To delete an entered name
Perform the steps 1 to 3 given above. At step 4, press the button.
• When playing back DTS sources
Allows you to enjoy the DTS THX Cinema, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1
THX Cinema, and DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 THX Cinema surround
systems. The DTS-ES mode changes from Auto → On → Off.
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DISPLAY DIMMER
SLEEP
RCVR
DISPLAY
DIMMER
REC OUT
ZONE
2
OFF
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
SETUP
ENTER
TUNING
STANDBY
POWER
TEST
CH SEL
RETURN
PRESET
ON
OFF
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
FM MODE
MEMORY
A-FORM LISTENING MODE MEMORY
UPSAMPLING
CLEAR
/
LEVEL
ZONE
REC
2
(GRN
RED
)
)
PHONES
(
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT
AUDIO
SELECTOR
DVD
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
VIDEO
4
VIDEO
5
TAPE
FM
AM
PHONO
C
D
VCR
1
VCR
2
DIGITAL
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
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Input source buttons
DIMMER
DISPLAY
Using the sleep time (remote controller only)
Switching the display
The SLEEP button enables you to set the TX-DS797 to turn off
automatically after a specified time period. If you press it once, the
TX-DS797 will turn off after 90 minutes. Each time it is pressed
thereafter, the remaining time until the TX-DS797 turns off
decreases by 10 minutes. While, the sleep function is enabled, you
can press the SLEEP button to see how much time is left. To cancel
the sleep function, press the SLEEP button when the time displayed
is less than 10 minutes.
While listening to or watching an input source, you can display the
information regarding the type of source and signal being input by
pressing the DISPLAY button on the TX-DS797 or the remote
controller.
TX-DS797
Remote controller
DISPLAY
If you are using the remote zone (Zone 2), it will turn off at the same
time as the main zone. If you want to set the sleep function for Zone
2 only, set the sleep function with main zone turned on and then put
When an input source other than FM or AM is selected:
Input + volume
the main zone into the standby state.
Remote controller
Program format*
Temporarily changing the speaker output levels
Input +
Listening mode
or Multi Ch
To change the individual speaker volumes temporarily, follow the
procedure given below. Each channel can be set between –12 to +12
decibels. Note that the calibration settings will return to the original
settings when the TX-DS797 is put in standby.
* If the input signal does not have a program format, then this will
be skipped.
1. Press the RCVR MODE button.
When FM or AM is selected as the input source:
2. Press the CH SEL button and select
the desired speaker.
FM/AM frequency +
Preset no.
ch
3. Press the LEVEL or button to
adjust the volume level.
FM/AM +
Listening mode
Notes:
• You cannot select a speaker if the Speaker Config sub-menu of
the Speaker Setup is set to No or None.
Adjusting the brightness of the front display
• If the speaker level is set to +1 dB or higher, the maximum level
indicated on the display will change if you raise the volume
level.
You can adjust the brightness of the front display of the TX-DS797
with DIMMER button on the remote controller or on the TX-DS797
front panel with other than European models.
• When you press the TEST button after you set the level, the
current level will be used as the value set via the test tone.
TX-DS797
Remote controller
DIMMER
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DIRECT
MASTER VOLUME
DISPLAY
DIMMER
REC OUT
ZONE
2
OFF
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
VOL
SETUP
ENTER
TUNING
STANDBY
POWER
RETURN
AUDIO
PRESET
ON
OFF
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
FM MODE
MEMORY
A-FORM LISTENING MODE MEMORY
UPSAMPLING
CLEAR
ZONE
REC
2
(GRN
RED
)
)
PHONES
(
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT
AUDIO
SELECTOR
DVD
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
VIDEO
4
VIDEO
5
TAPE
FM
AM
PHONO
C
D
VCR
1
VCR
2
DIGITAL
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
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DIRECT
AUDIO SELECTOR
Input source buttons
3. Turn on the connected component and start playing
the desired media.
Changing the audio mode
Press the AUDIO SELECTOR button on the front panel (or AUDIO
button on the remote controller) to change the audio mode. Each
time the button is pressed, the mode changes from “Auto” →
“Multich” → “Analog” and back to “Auto.” The “Auto” audio mode
is recommended for normal circumstances.
4. If necessary, adjust the output level of each speaker
as desired (see page 52).
Adjust the speaker output levels so that you can hear the same
sound level from each speaker at the listening position. For the
front right, front left, center, surround right, and surround left
speakers, the output levels can be adjusted between –12 to +12
decibels. The subwoofer can be adjusted between –30 to +12
decibels.
TX-DS797
Remote controller
AUDIO
SELECTOR
5. Adjust the volume with the MASTER VOLUME dial or
Auto (automatic detection): With this setting, the TX-DS797
automatically detects whether the input signal is digital or analog.
When a digital signal is not input, then the analog signal is played.
the VOL
buttons on the remote controller.
TX-DS797
MASTER VOLUME
Remote controller
Multich (Multichannel): Select this setting to play back the input
from the component connected to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT
port. This setting is effective when the Multichannel setting in the
Multichannel sub-menu is set to “Yes” (see page 34).
Analog: Select this setting to play back the input from a source
component connected to an analog audio input jacks. With this
setting, even if a digital signal is input from the same component,
only the analog signal will be output.
Using the tone control:
Each time you press the DIRECT button on the remote controller,
the display changes from “Direct”→“Tone On.” To make bass and
treble adjustment work for multichannel sources, you must first set
the tone control to “Tone On.”
1. Press the DIRECT button (or DIRECT button on the
Enjoying the multichannel output
remote controller) to display “Tone On.”
TX-DS797
Remote controller
Before starting operations, first make sure that the multichannel
connection is properly made and that the Multichannel setting of the
Input Setup → Multichannel Setup sub-menu to “Yes.”
DIRECT
1. Press the input source button for the component with
multichannel output connected to the MULTI
CHANNEL INPUT on the rear of the TX-DS797.
When pressed only once, the current setting appears, so press
twice to change the setting.
2. Select “Multich” using the AUDIO SELECTOR button
on the front panel (AUDIO button on the remote
controller).
2. Adjust the tone at the Setup menu: Audio Adjust →
Tone Control.
TX-DS797
Remote controller
Note:
Adjusting the volume level of each speaker for the MULTI CH
INPUT source does not affect the speaker level adjusted by the
listening position.
AUDIO
SELECTOR
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Enjoying music in the remote zone
ON/STDBY
SLEEP
ZONE 2 indicator
ZONE 2 OFF
DISPLAY
DIMMER
REC OUT
ZONE
2
OFF
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
SETUP
ENTER
TUNING
STANDBY
POWER
RETURN
PRESET
ON
OFF
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
FM MODE
MEMORY
A-FORM LISTENING MODE MEMORY
UPSAMPLING
PHONES
CLEAR
ZONE
REC
2
(GRN
RED
)
)
(
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT
AUDIO
SELECTOR
DVD
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
VIDEO
4
VIDEO
5
TAPE
FM
AM
PHONO
C
D
VCR
1
VCR
2
DIGITAL
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
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INPUT SELECTOR
buttons
Input source buttons
ZONE 2
Playing music using the buttons on the TX-DS797
1. Press the Zone 2 button on the TX-DS797.
Selecting an input source using the remote
controller
Turning on the Zone 2 and putting it in the standby state
when the TX-DS797 is in the standby state:
After pressing the ZONE 2 button, press the ON/STDBY button
within 5 seconds.
2. Select a source.
After pressing the Zone 2 button, you must press an input source
button within 5 seconds. The Zone 2 indicator lights.
Ex.: When the CD button is pressed.
To select the same source for the remote zone that is selected
for the main zone, press the Zone 2 button again until
“Zone2Sel:SOURCE” appears in the display.
Selecting an input source:
After pressing the ZONE 2 button, press an input source button
within 5 seconds.
If tuner is selected with the TUN button, the CH
enabled.
button becomes
When “Zone2Sel:Off” is displayed, the output to the remote
zone is turned off.
Notes:
Notes:
• If a sleep time is set with the SLEEP button, it will also work for
the remote zone.
• Adjust the volume for the remote zone at the pre-main amplifier.
• If the source for the main zone is selected as the source for the
remote zone and the source for the main zone is changed, then
the source for the remote zone will change as well.
• After you press the ZONE 2 button on the remote controller, the
STANDBY indicator on the TX-DS797 flashes for five seconds.
During this time, you will not be able to perform operations in
the main zone using the remote controller.
• The Zone 2 terminal is an analog output. Digital signals are not
output. If no sound is heard from the selected input source, check
if the component is connected to the analog inputs.
• If the REC OUT button is pressed in the main room while
someone is using the system in the remote zone, the Zone 2
function will be deactivated and the source will turn off in the
remote zone.
• If you select FM (or AM) with the input source buttons when the
source for the remote zone (Zone 2) is set to AM (or FM), the
output for the remote zone also changes to AM (or FM).
• When you are using the remote zone (Zone 2),
system
operation will not work.
• When you are not using the remote zone (Zone 2), press the
ZONE 2 button and then press the OFF button to turn off the
ZONE 2 indicator.
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Recording a source
1. Press the CD input source button.
2. Set “VIDEO 5” for the Video setting in the Video Setup sub-
menu of the Setup menu: Input Setup → Video Setup →
Video.
REC OUT
3. Insert a CD in the CD player and insert a tape in the video
camera connected to the VIDEO 5 IN.
DISPLAY
DIMMER
REC OUT
ZONE
2
OFF
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
SETUP
ENTER
TUNING
4. Insert a video tape for recording in the video cassette
recorder connected to VIDEO 1 OUT.
STANDBY
POWER
RETURN
PRESET
ON
OFF
DIRECT
STEREO
SURROUND
THX
DSP
FM MODE
MEMORY
A-FORM LISTENING MODE MEMORY
UPSAMPLING
PHONES
CLEAR
5. From this step on, follow the same procedure as described in
ZONE
REC
2
(GRN
RED
)
)
(
VIDEO 5/VIDEO CAM INPUT
AUDIO
SELECTOR
DVD
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
VIDEO
4
VIDEO
5
TAPE
FM
AM
PHONO
C
D
VCR
1
VCR
2
2 and 3 above.
DIGITAL
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
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Notes:
• If you change the input source during recording, you will record
Input source buttons
the signals from the newly selected input source.
• Digital input signals are only output to the digital outputs and
analog input signals are only output from the analog outputs.
There is no conversion from digital to analog or vice versa.
When connecting CD players and other digital components, do
not connect only the digital terminals, but the analog ones as
well.
Notes:
• You cannot record the surround effects.
• Digital signals input to the DIGITAL INPUT (COAX) and
DIGITAL INPUT (OPT) inputs will be output to the DIGITAL
OUTPUT (OPT) output.
• There are some restrictions on recording digital signals. When
making digital recordings, consult the instruction manual that
came with your digital recording equipment (e.g., MD recorder
or DAT deck) to know what restrictions are imposed.
To record an input source signal different from
that you are currently watching or listening to
• You cannot record the source connected to the MULTI
CHANNEL INPUT connector.
This method outputs to the audio and video outputs the signal from
the input source that you select here. This allows you to record an
input source signal different from that which you are listening to or
watching at the time of recording.
To record the input source signal you are
currently watching or listening to
1. Press the Rec Out button.
2. Within 5 seconds, press the input source selector
button of the input source signal that you wish to
record.
This method outputs to the audio and video outputs the currently
selected input source signal. This method allows you to a signal
while you are actually listening to or watching it.
The signal from the selected input source will now be output to
the TAPE OUT, VIDEO 1 OUT, and VIDEO 2 OUT outputs for
recording.
1. Select the input source to record by pressing the
corresponding input source button.
The input source is now selected and you may watch or listen to
it as desired.
2. Press the REC OUT button repeatedly until “Rec
Sel:SOURCE” appears in the front display.
3. Start recording at the recording component as
desired.
The currently selected input source signal to the TAPE OUT,
To confirm the settings, press the Rec Out button. The current
settings will appear for 5 seconds in the front display.
Notes:
VIDEO 1 OUT, VIDEO 2 OUT outputs for recording.
• Be aware that the remote (Zone 2) and recording (REC OUT)
outputs use the same circuit and therefore can be used at the
same time.
3. Start recording at the recording component as
desired.
To confirm the settings, press the Rec Out button. The current
settings will appear for 3 seconds in the front display.
• If you select FM (or AM) with the input source buttons when the
recording source is set to AM (or FM), the output for the
recording source also changes to AM (or FM).
Recording the video from one source and the audio from
another:
You can add the sound from one source to the video of another
source to make your own video recordings.
Below is an example of recording the sound from a compact disc
player connected to CD IN and the video from a video camera
connected to VIDEO 5 IN to video cassette tape in a video cassette
recorder connected to the VIDEO 1 OUT jack.
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Overview
The RC-460M remote controller is a useful tool to help you operate
the components of your home theater. To do so, first press the Mode
button that corresponds to the device you wish to control. Then
simply press the desired operation button and the component will
operate accordingly. For example, if you wish to select the CD input
source at the TX-DS797 with the remote controller, first press the
RCVR MODE button to select the TX-DS797 and then press the CD
(INPUT SELECTOR) button.
Calling up a preset radio station
1. Press the RCVR MODE button.
The RCVR MODE button lights green.
RCVR
CH
2. Press the TUN input selector button.
3. Press the CH or button to select the desired
preset station number.
TUN
Controlling an Onkyo cassette tape deck
The
connector of the Onkyo cassette tape deck must be
connected to the TX-DS797 (see page 14).
1. Press the RCVR MODE button.
The RCVR MODE button lights green.
2. Press the desired operation button.
RCVR
The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation
buttons that can be used to control an Onkyo cassette tape deck.
Operation buttons:
VOL
: Play
: Stop
MUTING
: Rewind
: Fast forward
TAPE
: Press during playback to skip to the beginning of the next track.
operation
buttons
: Press during playback to skip to the beginning of the current
track.
R (Rec): Record/Pause
: Reverse playback
You may also use the following buttons:
VOL : Adjusts the volume at the TX-DS797
MUTING: Activates the muting function at the TX-DS797
Note:
Even for devices with the
and
buttons, signal discrepancies
may cause them not to work properly.
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Using remote controller
Controlling an Onkyo CD player
The
connector of the Onkyo compact disc player must be
connected to the TX-DS797 (see page 14).
1. Press the CD MODE button.
The CD MODE button lights green.
STDBY
ON
2. Press the desired operation button.
The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation
buttons that can be used to control an Onkyo compact disc
player.
CD MODE
Operation buttons:
DISC
ON: Turns on and off the compact disc player (same as STDBY
button on the remote controller).
VOL
DISC : Selects a disc in the CD changer
MUTING
: Track down
: Track up
CD
operation
buttons
: Play
: Stop
: Fast reverse
: Fast forward
: Pause
OPEN/CLOSE : Open/close the disc tray
0, 1 to 9, +10: Numeric keys
RANDOM/R: For random playback.
Numeric keys
You may also use the following buttons:
VOL : Adjusts the volume at the TX-DS797
MUTING: Activates the muting function at the TX-DS797
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Using remote controller
Controlling an Onkyo DVD player
The
connector of the Onkyo DVD player must be connected to
the TX-DS797 (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 the left are the operation
buttons that can be used to control an Onkyo DVD player.
Operation buttons:
ON: Turns the DVD player on and off
STDBY: Turns the DVD player off. (Some sets may not respond to
this button. In this case, use the ON button to put the DVD player in
the standby state.)
STDBY
ON
SETUP: Displays the menu
: Moves the cursor
DVD MODE
ENTER: Confirms the selection
RETURN: Return button
RETURN
ENTER,
SETUP
VOL
TOP MENU or MENU: Displays the menu screen(s) recorded on
DVD media.
DISC
DISC
: Selects a disc in the DVD changer.
MENU
MUTING
TOP MENU
AUDIO
AUDIO: Press repeatedly to select an audio and/or language track
recorded on a DVD-Audio/Video.
SUBTITLE
ANGLE
ANGLE: Press repeatedly to select a camera angle when a DVD-
Video is recorded with multiple angle playback.
DVD
operation
buttons
SUBTITLE: Press repeatedly to select one of the subtitle languages
recorded on a DVD-Video.
SEARCH: Press to find the specific section on a disc where you
want to start playback.
RANDOM/R: Press to start random playback.
Numeric keys
SEARCH
: Chapter/Track down
: Chapter/Track up
: Play
: Stop
: Fast reverse
: Fast forward
: Pause
OPEN/CLOSE : Open/close the disc tray
0, 1 to 9, +10: Numeric keys
You may also use the following buttons:
VOL : Adjusts the volume at the TX-DS797
MUTING: Activates the muting function at the TX-DS797
Note:
When operating an Onkyo DVD player directly with the remote
controller without connecting the
terminals, pre-programming is
necessary (see page 60).
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Using remote controller
Controlling an Onkyo MD recorder
The
connector of the Onkyo MD recorder must be connected to
the TX-DS797 (see page 14).
1. Press the MD MODE button.
The MD MODE button lights green.
STDBY
2. Press the desired operation button.
ON
The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation
buttons that can be used to control an Onkyo MD recorder.
MD MODE
Operation buttons:
ON: Turns on and off the MD player (same as STDBY button on the
remote controller).
VOL
: Track down
: Track up
MUTING
: Play
MD
: Stop
operation
buttons
: Fast reverse
: Fast forward
R (Rec): Record
: Pause
: Eject the disc
1 to 9, 0, --/---: Numeric keys
ENTER: Enters the settings
Numeric keys
ENTER
You may also use the following buttons:
VOL : Adjusts the volume at the TX-DS797
MUTING: Activates the muting function at the TX-DS797
SAT, CABLE, VCR, and TV MODE buttons
No preset codes are programmed into the SAT, CABLE, VCR, and
TV MODE buttons. You can use these buttons to program the
remote controller signals of other devices.
There are two methods. One method is selecting the name of a
different brand from the table, entering the setting number listed, and
calling up the pre-programming code (see page 61). The other
method is learning the commands from the other brand’s remote
control directly into this remote controller (see page 64).
CABLE
SAT
VCR
TV
When in the SAT, CABLE and VCR mode, you may use the
following buttons:
VOL
VOL : Adjusts the volume at the TX-DS797
MUTING: Activates the muting function at the TX-DS797
MUTING
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Learning a pre-programming code
The remote controller has three learning functions. One is entering
Learning a pre-programming code
the signal number for a remote controller of another brand that is pre-
programmed. Another is a normal learning function that enables the
remote controller to learn the codes from other remote controllers.
And the last is a macro learning function that enables you to program
a series of operations into the remote controller so that the operations
can all be performed at once by pressing one button.
By learning a pre-programming code, you can make the RC-460M
remote controller able to operate a product from another brand. The
buttons that are used for operation are given on the next page.
1. Find the 3-digit number for the brand name of the
component that you want to operate in the table on
the next page.
2. Turn on the component that you want to operate (i.e.
DVD, satellite tuner, or television).
SEND/LEARN
indicator
3. While holding down the MODE button on the RC-
460M that you want to program, press the DISPLAY
button, and then release both buttons.
The SEND/LEARN indicator lights when the MODE button is
pressed and turns off when the DISPLAY button is pressed. Wait
until the indicator turns off before releasing both buttons. Then
the SEND/LEARN indicator lights again.
Buttons that
can be pre-
programmed
VOL
4. Within 30 seconds, enter the 3-digit code number.
The SEND/LEARN indicator flashes twice slowly. If the SEND/
LEARN indicator quickly flashes three times, then either a
mistaken 3-digit code was entered or an incorrect operation was
performed. If this occurs, return to step 3.
5. Press the button that you programmed and check if
the system operates correctly.
• If the component does not operate properly, return to step 3
and repeat the steps above.
• If it still does not operate properly, then program the
commands one by one to the buttons on the RC-460M remote
controller.
Numeric keys
DISPLAY
When entering the code of Onkyo DVD players:
There are three SETTING numbers. Choose the SETTING number
according to how you will be using the DVD player.
No. 601/613: These codes are for operating the Onkyo DVD player
by pointing the remote controller directly at it, either because it does
Caution
not have an
terminal, or it does but you are not using an
cable
With some brand’s components, some buttons may not work
correctly. In this case, program the command separately.
and connecting it. First enter 601 and if it does not operate properly,
enter 613.
No. 600: This code is for Onkyo DVD players that have an
terminal that you are connecting to the TX-DS797 with an
cable.
You will then operate the DVD player by pointing the remote
controller at the remote control sensor on the TX-DS797. You do not
need to enter this code because it is factory preset. However, if the
code has been changed to 601 or 613, then you will need to change it
back to 600.
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Pre-programming codes
VCR
TV
BRAND
SETTING No.
300, 301, 302
303, 304, 305, 306,
307
308
309
310
311, 312, 313
314
315, 316
317
318, 319, 320, 321,
322
323
BRAND
SETTING No.
100, 101
102, 103, 104
105
106
107
108, 109
110
111, 112, 113
114
115, 116
117, 118, 119, 120,
121
AIWA
AKAI
AIWA
AKAI
Note:
If more than one code is given in the table,
try the code one by one until you reach the
code for your component (i.e. if the first
code does not work, then try the next).
AUDIOSONIC
BELL & HOWELL
BLAUPUNKT
BRIONVEGA
CENTURION
COLTINA
CORONAD
CROWN
DAEWOO
BAIRD
BELL & HOWELL
BLAUPUNKT
CGM
COLTINA
DAEWOO
DIGITAL
DVD
BRAND
SETTING No.
602, 609
603
DENON
HITACHI
JVC
EMERSON
604
KENWOOD
MAGNAVOX
MARANTZ
MITSUBISHI
ONKYO
PANASONIC
PIONEER
PROSCAN
RCA
605
606, 613
607
608, 613
600, 601, 613
609
610
611
611
FENNER
FISHER
DUAL
EMERSON
122
324, 325, 326, 327
123, 124, 125, 126,
127
128, 129
130, 131
132
FUJITSU GENERAL 328
FUNAI
GE
GO VIDEO
GOLDSTAR
GOODMANS
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
JVC
FENNER
FERGUSON
FISHER
329
330, 331
332, 336, 337
333, 334
335
FUNAI
133, 134, 135
FUJITSU GENERAL 136, 137, 138
GE
139, 140, 141
142, 143
144
145, 146
147, 148, 149, 150
151
SONY
612
338
GOLDSTAR
GOODMANS
GRUNDIG
HITACHI
HYPER
TOSHIBA
YAMAHA
ZENITH
613
609, 614
613, 615
339, 340, 341
342, 343, 344, 345,
346, 347, 348, 349,
350
LOEWE
MAGNAVOX
MITSUBISHI
351, 352
INNO HIT
IRRADIO
JVC
152
103
353, 354, 355
356, 357, 358, 359,
360, 361, 362, 363,
364
SAT
BRAND
153, 154, 155, 156,
157
158
SETTING No.
ECHOSTAR
GENERAL
INSTRUMENTS
HITACHI
HUGHES
NETWORK
SYSTEMS
PANASONIC
PRIMESTAR
PROSCAN
RCA
700
KENDO
NEC
NOKIA
NORDMENDE
OKANO
ORION
365, 366, 367
313
368, 369, 370
371, 372
319, 373
374, 375, 376, 377,
378
353, 379, 380
311
381
382
383
KTV
LUXOR
159, 160
161
162, 163
164
701
702
MAGNAVOX
MARANTZ
MARK
MATSUI
MITSUBISHI
MIVAR
NEC
NOKIA
OCEANIC
NORDMENDE
OKANO
ORION
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
PIONEER
PROSCAN
QUASAR
RADIO SHACK
RCA
165
703
704
705
706, 707
706, 707
708
PANASONIC
166, 167, 168, 169
170, 171, 172, 173
174, 175
176, 177
178, 179, 180, 181
181
PHILIPS
PHONOLA
PIONEER
RCA
SABA
SAMSUNG
SONY
TOSHIBA
709
182, 183
152
384, 385, 386, 387,
388, 389, 390
391, 392, 393
394
184, 185, 186
187, 188, 189, 190
152, 162, 191
192, 193
194
SANYO
SCOTT
SELECO
SHARP
SHINTOM
SIEMENS
SONY
CABLE
BRAND
GENERAL
INSTRUMENTS
GEMINI
SETTING No.
395
396, 397, 398, 399
400
401
402, 403, 404, 405,
406, 407, 408, 409,
410, 411, 412, 413
414
414, 415
416, 417
418, 419, 420
500
501
195
196
HAMLIN
JERROLD
502, 503, 504, 505
500, 506, 507, 508,
509, 510, 511, 512,
513, 514
515, 516, 517
518
519, 520, 521
522, 523
524, 525, 526, 527,
528, 529
110, 141, 197, 198,
199, 200
182, 183, 201
202, 203, 204, 205,
206, 207, 208
209, 210, 211, 212
103
SABA
SAMSUNG
SYMPHONIC
TEKNIKA
TELEFUNKEN
TOSHIBA
WHITE
WESTINGHOUSE
WATSON
MACOM
MAGNAVOX
OAK
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
SANYO
SCHNEIDER
SEARS
SELECO
SHARP
213
333
421
422
214, 215
216, 217
218, 219, 220, 221,
222, 223
224, 225
201, 226, 227
228
213, 229
230
231, 232
PIONEER
SCIENTIFIC
ATLANTA
SAMSUNG
TOCOM
530, 531
ZENITH
SONY
532, 533, 534
535
536
SYMPHONIC
TELEFUNKEN
THOMSON
TOSHIBA
UNIVERSUM
ZENITH
ZENITH
537, 538
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Operating your programmed remote controller
After performing the procedure given above, the following
modes become enabled for use.
DVD MODE (DVD Player Mode)
Buttons with programmed usage and operations are the same as the
operational buttons on page 58.
SAT MODE (Satellite Tuner Mode)
1. Press the SAT MODE button.
The SAT button lights green.
2. Press the desired operation button.
STDBY
VOL
ON
The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation
buttons that can be used to control your satellite tuner unit.
SAT MODE
ENTER,
The buttons given below have operations programmed
into them.
ON: Turns on and off the satellite tuner unit (same as STDBY button
on the remote controller)
CH
CH
: Moves up and down the preset channel numbers
MENU
MUTING
: Moves the cursor
ENTER: Confirms the selection
MENU: Displays the menu
0,1 to 9: Numeric keys
ENTER: Confirm
You may also use the following buttons:
VOL : Adjusts the volume at the TX-DS797
MUTING: Activates the muting function at the TX-DS797
Numeric keys
ENTER
CABLE MODE (Cable Mode)
1. Press the CABLE MODE button.
The CABLE button lights green.
STDBY
ON
2. Press the desired operation button.
The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation
buttons that can be used to control your cable TV unit.
CABLE MODE
The buttons given below have operations programmed
into them.
ON: Turns on and off the cable TV unit (same as STDBY button on
the remote controller)
VOL
CH
CH
: Moves up and down the preset channel numbers
MUTING
0,1 to 9: Numeric keys
ENTER: Confirm
You may also use the following buttons:
VOL : Adjusts the volume at the TX-DS797
MUTING: Activates the muting function at the TX-DS797
Numeric keys
ENTER
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Operating your programmed remote controller
VCR MODE (VCR Mode)
1. Press the VCR MODE button.
The VCR button lights green.
2. Press the desired operation button.
STDBY
ON
The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation
buttons that can be used to control your VCR.
VCR MODE
The buttons given below have operations programmed
into them.
ON: Turns on and off the VCR (same as STDBY button on the
remote controller)
VOL
CH
TV/VCR
CH
: Moves up and down the preset channel numbers
TV/VCR: Switches the AV input for the VCR
MUTING
: Play
: Stop
Video cassette
recorder
operation
buttons
: Rewind
: Fast Forward
: Pause
0,1 to 9, +10: Numeric keys
You may also use the following buttons:
Numeric keys
VOL : Adjusts the volume at the TX-DS797
MUTING: Activates the muting function at the TX-DS797
TV MODE (TV Mode)
1. Press the TV MODE button.
The TV button lights green.
STDBY
ON
2. Press the desired operation button.
The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation
buttons that can be used to control your television.
TV MODE
The buttons given below have operations programmed
into them.
ON: Turns on and off the television (same as STDBY button on the
remote controller)
VOL
CH
CH
: Moves up and down the television channels
TV/VCR
MUTING
TV/VCR: Switches the TV/VCR input for the television
0,1 to 9, +10: Numeric keys
ENTER: Confirm
VOL : Adjusts the volume at the television
MUTING: Activates the muting function at the television
Numeric keys
ENTER
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Programming the commands of remote controllers
for other devices into the remote controller
Programming procedure
S
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When programming the commands of another remote controller to
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the RC-460M remote controller, you must first decide under which
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L
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MODE button you want the commands to be linked. In general, you
will select the MODE button that corresponds to the component you
are programming. For example, if you are programming the
functions from a remote controller for a compact disc player, you
would choose the CD MODE button. Then, by pressing the CD
MODE button, the buttons on the RC-460M remote controller will
change to the commands you program here to operate the compact
disc player.
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After programming which MODE button to use, you will then
transfer the separate commands from the other remote controller
over to the RC-460M remote controller one at a time. Each
command is then programmed to a different button on the RC-460M
remote controller. Any button is programmable for this step except
for the eight MODE buttons (RCVR, CD, DVD, MD, SAT, CABLE,
VCR, and TV), the two MACRO buttons (DIRECT and MODE),
and the LIGHT button.
2 to 6 inches
(5 to 15 cm )
Even after the commands have been memorized, keep your old
remote controller in a safe place. If for some reason the commands
are lost (e.g., when the batteries run down), it will be necessary to
memorize them once again.
1. Place the remote controller and the remote controller
for the other device facing each other at a distance of
2 to 6 inches (5 to 15 cm) apart.
2. While pressing and holding down the desired MODE
button on the remote controller, press the ENTER
button and then release both buttons.
When you press and hold down the MODE button, the SEND/
LEARN indicator lights. When you press the ENTER button, the
lamp turns off. When you release the buttons, the lamp lights
again.
SEND/LEARN
indicator
3. Press and release the button on the remote controller
to which you want to transfer the next command.
MODE
buttons
You may select any button but the eleven ones indicated in the
figure below. When you press the button, the SEND/LEARN
indicator turns off. When you release the button, the indicator
lights again.
If you press the wrong button by mistake, press that same button
again. The SEND/LEARN indicator flashes twice, and the
remote controller exits the programming mode.
LIGHT
DIRECT
MACRO
MODE
MACRO
MODE buttons
ENTER
:
Buttons that cannot be programmed.
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Programming the commands of remote controllers for other devices into the
remote controller
Notes:
4. Press and hold down the button (that corresponds to
• The remote controller codes for Onkyo compact disc players,
cassette tape decks, DVD players, and mini disc recorder have
already been programmed into buttons on the remote controller.
You may, however, use these buttons to program the codes for
other remote controllers. If you wish to restore the Onkyo preset
codes after you program new codes, you must first erase the new
codes (see page 66).
the command you are programming) on the remote
controller of the other device until the SEND/LEARN
lamp on the remote controller flashes twice.
After flashing twice, the SEND/LEARN indicator will light
again.
5. Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to transfer all the commands
you desire from the other remote controller and
program them to buttons on the remote controller
under the same MODE.
• The remote controller has 408 memory slots (8 modes × 51
buttons). Some remote controllers may have more commands
that can be remembered by the remote controller. In such cases,
it will be necessary for you to determine which commands are
more important than others.
Repeat Steps 2 through 4 to program commands to a different
MODE (e.g., when programming from a different remote
controller).
• If no button is pressed for more than 30 seconds during the
programming, or if you perform an invalid operation during
programming, the SEND/LEARN indicator flashes three times
quickly, and the remote controller exits the programming mode.
Resume from Step 2.
6. Press the MODE button that you pressed in step 2 to
complete the programming.
• If a failure occurs during programming, the SEND/LEARN
indicator flashes three times quickly, and the remote controller
exits the programming mode. Resume from Step 3.
7. Operate the newly programmed buttons to make sure
the learning function was performed properly.
• If a failure occurs five times in row during programming, the
remote controller exits the programming mode. Resume from
Step 3.
• If you try to program beyond the learning capacity of the remote
controller, the SEND/LEARN indicator flashes six times
quickly, and the remote controller exits the programming mode.
Try programming under a different MODE button.
• When you want to program a command to a button to which you
have already programmed a command, simply follow the same
procedure given and programming for that button will be
overwritten.
• The remote controller uses infrared rays to send its commands,
as do most other remote controllers. Though most remote
controller codes can be memorized by the remote controller, be
aware that some remote controllers use a system that is quite
different from the remote controller and therefore may not be
able to be programmed.
• Some remote controllers have a single button that performs
multiple functions (for example, the function may change each
time the button is pressed). If this is the case, each function must
be programmed to a separate button on the remote controller.
• Once you have transferred the commands from the other remote
controller, refer to the instruction manual that came with that
product for instructions on how to operate that product.
• Make sure both the remote controller and the other remote
controller have new batteries. If either of them has batteries that
are low, you may not be able to program the commands of the
other remote controller properly into the remote controller.
See page 70 for how to erase the memorized commands from all
buttons.
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Programming the commands of remote controllers for other devices into the
remote controller
Erasing the programmed command from one
button
SEND/LEARN
indicator
You can only erase memorized commands and not preset ones.
1. Press and hold down the desired MODE button for
the command, press the ENTER button, and then
release both buttons.
MODE
buttons
When you press the MODE button, the SEND/LEARN indicator
lights. When you press the ENTER button, the lamp turns off.
When you release the buttons, the lamp lights again.
2. Press and release the button for the command you
wish to erase.
When you press the button, the SEND/LEARN indicator turns
off. When you release the button, the lamp lights again.
3. Press and release the same button again.
The SEND/LEARN lamp flashes twice slowly. The memorized
command is erased.
Note:
If no button is pressed for more than 30 seconds during the erasing
procedure, the SEND/LEARN indicator flashes three times quickly,
and the remote controller exits the erasing mode. Resume from Step
1.
ENTER
Erasing all the commands programmed under a
MODE button
SEND/LEARN
indicator
1. Press and hold down the desired MODE button,
press the ENTER button twice, and then release both
buttons.
When you press the MODE button, the SEND/LEARN indicator
lights. When you press the ENTER button, the lamp turns off.
When you release the buttons, the lamp flashes twice slowly and
then lights again.
MODE
buttons
2. Press and release the same MODE button again.
When you release the button, the SEND/LEARN indicator
flashes twice slowly. This erases all the commands memorized
to the MODE button.
Notes:
• If no button is pressed for more than 30 seconds during the
erasing procedure, the SEND/LEARN indicator flashes three
times quickly and the remote controller exits the erasing mode.
Resume from Step 1.
• If you perform an invalid operation during erasing, the SEND/
LEARN indicator flashes three times quickly, and the remote
controller exits the erasing mode. Resume from Step 1.
• If many commands have been programmed to the MODE
button, then the SEND/LEARN indicator may remain lit for up
to 20 seconds during Step 2. This is not a malfunction.
ENTER
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Using a Macro function
Programming a Macro function
What is a Macro function?
A Macro function enables you to program a series of button
operations (up to 16) on the remote controller into a single button.
For example, to play a compact disc player connected to the TX-
DS797 normally, you must perform the following steps:
You can program a different macro into the MODE MACRO button
for each of the eight MODE buttons. The macro is then executed by
pressing the appropriate MODE button and then pressing the MODE
MACRO button. For example, to program the macro described
above into the CD MODE button, perform the steps given below.
1. Press the RCVR MODE button.
2. Press the ON button.
1. Press and hold down the desired MODE button (in
this case, the CD MODE button), press the MODE
MACRO button, and then release both buttons.
3. Press the CD (INPUT SELECTOR) button.
4. Press the CD MODE button.
5. Press the playback ( ) button.
When you press the CD MODE button, the SEND/LEARN
indicator lights and the CD MODE button lights green. When
you press the MODE MACRO button, the indicator turns off.
When you release the buttons, the indicator flashes and lights
again.
By using the macro function, you can perform the above five
operations by only pressing two buttons.
2. Press the operation buttons you wish to program in
order (in this case, press RCVR MODE → ON → CD
(INPUT SELECTOR) → CD MODE → playback (
)
button).
When you press each button, the SEND/LEARN indicator turns
off. When you release the button, the indicator lights.
ON
3. Press the MODE MACRO button to complete the
programming.
MODE MACRO
The SEND/LEARN indicator flashes twice slowly.
CD MODE
RCVR
4. Run the macro to check to see if the macro has been
properly programmed.
Notes:
• You may program up to 16 button operations into each macro
function. If you try to program a 17th operation, it will be
ignored, and programming is stopped.
(CD playback)
CD
• If no button is pressed for more than 30 seconds during the
programming, the SEND/LEARN indicator flashes three times
quickly, and the remote controller exits the programming mode.
Resume from Step 1.
• If you perform an invalid operation during programming, the
SEND/LEARN indicator flashes three times quickly, and the
remote controller exits the programming mode. Resume from
Step 1.
(INPUT
SELECTOR)
Running a Macro function
Perform the procedure below to run a macro function that you have
programmed into the remote controller. After programming a macro,
you should always run it at least once to make sure that it has been
programmed properly.
Tips:
• If you erase or change the command of a button programmed in
a macro, that operation of that button will no longer work in the
macro. In this case, it will be necessary for you to reprogram the
macro in order to avoid incorrect operation.
1. Point the remote controller at the TX-DS797 and
press the CD MODE button.
• The codes programmed into a macro will be transmitted at an
interval of 0.5 seconds. However, some devices may not be able
to complete one operation in 0.5 seconds and may miss the next
code. In this case, after pressing one operation button, you can
press the same MODE button again before pressing the next
operation button to add another 0.5 seconds between the two
operations.
2. Press the MODE MACRO, and verify that the devices
operate properly.
It may take a while for the macro to finish transmitting, so be
sure to continue pointing the remote controller at the device until
the SEND/LEARN indicator turns off.
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Using a Macro function
Programming the Direct Macro function
With the direct macro function, you can program a series of button
operations as a macro into the DIRECT MACRO button so the
macro can be executed with just one touch. Note that for the direct
macro function, only one macro can be programmed. For example,
to program the macro described on the previous page for the
DIRECT MACRO button, perform the steps given below.
ON
DIRECT
MACRO
CD MODE
1. Press and hold down any one of the eight MODE
buttons, press the DIRECT MACRO button, and then
release both buttons.
MODE buttons
When you press the MODE button, it lights green and the
SEND/LEARN indicator lights. When you press the DIRECT
MACRO button, the indicator turns off. When you release the
buttons, the indicator flashes briefly and then lights again.
RCVR
(CD playback)
2. Press the operation buttons you wish to program in
order (in this case, press RCVR MODE → ON → CD
(INPUT SELECTOR) → CD MODE → playback (
)
button).
CD
(INPUT
SELECTOR)
When you press each button, the SEND/LEARN indicator turns
off. When you release the button, the indicator lights.
3. Press the DIRECT MACRO button to complete the
procedure.
The SEND/LEARN indicator flashes twice slowly.
4. Check to see if the macro has been properly
programmed.
Notes:
Tips:
• You may program up to 16 button operations into the direct
macro function. If you try to program a 17th operation, it will be
ignored, and programming is stopped.
• If you erase or change the command of a button programmed in
the direct macro, that operation of that button will no longer
work in the macro. In this case, it will be necessary for you to
reprogram the direct macro in order to avoid incorrect operation.
• If no button is pressed for more than 30 seconds during the
programming, the SEND/LEARN indicator flashes three times
quickly, and the remote controller exits the programming mode.
Resume from Step 1.
• The codes programmed into a direct macro will be transmitted at
an interval of 0.5 seconds. However, some devices may not be
able to complete one operation in 0.5 seconds and may miss the
next code. In this case, after pressing one operation button, you
can press the same MODE button again before pressing the next
operation button to add another 0.5 seconds between the two
operations.
• If you perform an invalid operation during programming, the
SEND/LEARN indicator flashes three times quickly, and the
remote controller exits the programming mode. Resume from
Step 1.
Running a Direct Macro function
Perform the procedure below to run a direct macro function that you
have programmed into the remote controller. After programming a
direct macro, you should always run it at least once to make sure that
it has been programmed properly.
Point the remote controller at the TX-DS797 and press
the DIRECT MACRO button.
It may take a while for the macro to finish transmitting, so be sure to
continue pointing the remote controller at the device until the SEND/
LEARN indicator turns off.
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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 release
both buttons.
When you press the MODE button, it lights green and the
SEND/LEARN indicator lights. When you press the MODE
MACRO button, the indicator turns off. When you release the
buttons, the indicator flashes once.
MODE MACRO
MODE buttons
2. Press the MODE MACRO button again.
The SEND/LEARN indicator flashes twice slowly. The macro
programmed to the MODE button pressed in Step 1 above is
erased.
Notes:
• If no button is pressed for more than 30 seconds during the
erasing procedure, the SEND/LEARN indicator flashes three
times quickly, and the remote controller exits the erasing mode.
Resume from Step 1.
• Be aware that if you press a button other than MODE MACRO
button in Step 2, then you will in effect be overwriting the
previous macro with a new macro.
Erasing a direct macro from the DIRECT
MACRO button
1. Press and hold down any one of the eight MODE
buttons, press the DIRECT MACRO button, and then
release both buttons.
When you press the MODE button, it lights green and the
SEND/LEARN indicator lights. When you press the DIRECT
MACRO button, the indicator turns off. When you release the
buttons, the indicator flashes once.
DIRECT
MACRO
MODE buttons
2. Press the DIRECT MACRO button again.
The SEND/LEARN indicator flashes twice slowly. The macro
programmed to the DIRECT MACRO button is erased.
Notes:
• If no button is pressed for more than 30 seconds during the
erasing procedure, the SEND/LEARN indicator flashes three
times quickly, and the remote controller exits the erasing mode.
Resume from Step 1.
• Be aware that if you press a button other than DIRECT MACRO
button in Step 2, then you will in effect be overwriting the
previous direct macro with a new direct macro.
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Using a Macro function
Erasing all commands and macros that have
been programmed
This procedure will erase all the commands and macros that you
have programmed into the remote controller and return it to its
default settings. This operation will not affect the preset settings of
the remote controller.
STDBY
ON
1. Open the battery cover and remove the batteries from
the remote controller.
2. While pressing and holding down the ON and STDBY
buttons, re-insert the batteries in their correct
orientation, and then release both buttons.
The SEND/LEARN indicator flashes slowly.
3. Press the ENTER button.
The SEND/LEARN indicator lights up for about ten seconds and
then turns off.
All programmed commands and macros are erased and the remote
controller returns to its factory presets.
Notes:
• Proceed to Step 3 immediately after Step 2; otherwise, the
batteries will be consumed quickly.
ENTER
• If you press any button other than the ENTER button in Step 3,
nothing will be erased. In this case, resume from Step 1.
Macro mode programming memo:
MACRO
MODE
MODE
MODE
MODE
MODE
MODE
MODE
MODE
MACRO
↓
DIRECT
MACRO
MACRO MACRO MACRO MACRO MACRO MACRO MACRO
↓
↓
↓
↓
↓
↓
↓
RCVR
CD
DVD
MD
SAT
CABLE
VCR
TV
Operation 1
Operation 2
Operation 3
Operation 4
Operation 5
Operation 6
Operation 7
Operation 8
Operation 9
Operation 10
Operation 11
Operation 12
Operation 13
Operation 14
Operation 15
Operation 16
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Specifications
AMPLIFIER SECTION
TUNER SECTION
Continuous Average Power output (FTC)
FM
All channels:
100 watts per channel min. RMS at
Tuning Range:
Usable Sensitivity
Mono:
87.5 — 108.0 MHz (50 kHz steps)
8 ohms, 2 channels driven from 20
Hz to 20 kHz with no more than
0.08% total harmonic distortion.
130 watts min. RMS at 6 ohms, 2
channels driven from 1 kHz with
no more than 0.1% total harmonic
distortion.
135 watts at 6 ohms
160 watts at 6 ohms
2 × 250 watts at 3 ohms
2 × 210 watts at 4 ohms
2 × 130 watts at 8 ohms
0.08% at rated power
11.2 dBf, 1.0 µV (75 ohms IHF)
0.9 µV (75 ohms DIN)
17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 ohms IHF)
23 µV (75 ohms DIN)
Stereo:
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity
Mono:
Stereo:
17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 ohms)
37.2 dBf, 20 µV (75 ohms)
2.0 dB
Continuous Power output (DIN)
Maximum Power output (EIAJ)
Dynamic Power Output (Stereo)
Capture Ratio:
Image Rejection Ratio
USA & Canadian models:
Other area models:
IF Rejection Ratio:
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Mono:
40 dB
85 dB
90 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion:
IM Distortion:
0.08% at 1 Watt output
0.08% at rated power
76 dB
0.08% at 1 Watt output
Stereo:
70 dB
Damping Factor:
Input Sensitivity and Impedance
PHONO:
LINE (CD, TAPE, DVD,
VIDEO 1-5):
60 at 8 ohms
Alternate Channel Attenuation:
Selectivity:
AM Suppression Ratio:
Total Harmonic Distortion
Mono:
55 dB
50 dB (DIN)
50 dB
2.5 mV, 50 kohms
200 mV, 50 kohms
0.2%
MULTICHANNEL INPUT
(FRONT L/C/R, SURROUND
L/R, SURROUND BACK L/R): 200 mV, 50 kohms
(SUBWOOFER): 36 mV, 50 kohms
COAXIAL 1, 2, 3 (DIGITAL): 0.5 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Stereo:
Frequency Response:
Stereo Separation:
0.3%
30 Hz — 15 kHz, 1.0 dB
45 dB at 1 kHz
30 dB at 100 Hz — 10 kHz
AM
DVD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3, 4, 5:
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
Tuning Range
USA & Canadian models:
European & Australian models: 522 to 1,611 kHz (9-kHz steps)
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms (Y)
0.28 Vp-p, 75 ohms (C)
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms (Y)
0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms (PB, PR)
530 to 1,710 kHz (10-kHz steps)
COMPONENT VIDEO 1, 2:
Worldwide models:
531 to 1,602 kHz (9-kHz steps)
530 to 1,710 kHz (10-kHz steps)
Output Level and Impedance
Rec out (TAPE, VIDEO 1, 2):
Usable Sensitivity:
Image Rejection Ratio:
IF Rejection Ratio:
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Total Harmonic Distortion:
30 µV
40 dB
40 dB
40 dB
0.7%
200 mV, 470 ohms
1 V, 470 ohms
100mV, 470 ohms
Pre out:
ZONE 2 OUT:
VIDEO (VIDEO 1, 2, MONITOR
OUT, ZONE 2 OUT):
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms (Y)
0.28 p-p, 75 ohms (C)
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms (Y)
0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms (PB, PR)
GENERAL
Power Supply
USA & Canadian models:
European & Australian models: AC 230-240 V, 50 Hz
Some Asian models:
Worldwide models:
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
AC 220-230 V, 50/60 Hz
AC 220-230 and 120 V switchable,
50/60 Hz
Phono Overload:
Frequency Response:
120 mV RMS at 1 kHz, 0.5% T.H.D.
10 Hz to 100 kHz : +1/–3 dB
(CD in Direct mode)
Power Consumption
USA & Canadian models:
Other models:
6.8 A
550 W
RIAA Deviation:
Tone Control
Bass:
20 Hz to 20 kHz : 0.8 dB
Dimensions (W × H × D):
435 × 175 × 459 mm
17-1/8" × 6-7/8" × 18-1/16"
10 dB at 50 Hz
10 dB at 20,000 Hz
Treble:
Weight
USA & Canadian models:
Other models:
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (Stereo)
Phono:
CD/Tape:
35.9 lbs.
17.3 kg
80 dB (IHF A, 5 mV input)
110 dB (IHF A, 0.5 V input)
REMOTE CONTROLLER
Transmitter:
Signal range:
Power supply:
Infrared
Approx. 16 ft., 5 meters
Two “AA” batteries (1.5 V × 2)
Specifications and features are subject to change without notice.
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Troubleshooting guide
If a problem occurs while you are using the remote controller, first
try to operate the controls on the front panel of the TX-DS797 to
make sure that it is not due to a malfunction (or worn out batteries) in
the remote controller.
Howling is heard when the volume is turned up.
• Turntable and speakers are located too close together.
©Move them farther apart.
Rough or scratchy sound is heard. High range is not
clear.
POWER
• The needles of turntable is dirty or worn, or a problem exists
with a connected component.
©Refer to the instruction of the connected components and
check for problem.
Power shuts off immediately after power on.
• Amplifier protection circuitry has been activated.
©Remove the power cord from outlet immediately. Contact
your Onkyo service center.
• Treble control is too high.
No power.
©Turn treble down (see page 40).
• Power cord is disconnected.
©Connect power cord.
No sound is output from the surround back speakers.
• The setting for the surround back speakers does not match the
actual configuration.
©Check the Surr Back Out setting (OSD MenuSpeaker Setup
¡ Speaker Config). If one surround back speaker is
connected, select “1 ch,” and if two surround back speakers
are connected, select “2 ch” (page 29).
• External noise in the affecting the internal microcomputer.
©Turn the power button off and then on again or remove the
power cord from the outlet and then plug it in again.
• Internal fuse is blown.
©Contact your Onkyo Service Center.
Power turns on but no sound.
FM/AM TUNER
• “Muting” is displayed.
©Press the MUTING button on the remote controller to turn it
AM stations cannot be received.
off.
• AM loop antenna is not connected.
©Connect the included AM loop antenna to the AM antenna
terminals.
• Bad connections or wiring.
©Check connections, speaker cables, etc.
• Amplifier protection circuitry has been activated.
©Contact your Onkyo Service Center.
Buzzing noise on AM stations (particularly noticeable at
night or with weak stations).
The sound of the playback source is not heard.
• Noise from electrical apparatus such as fluorescent lamp.
©Move the AM loop antenna to different position.
©Set up an outdoor AM antenna.
• Input selector is not set properly.
©Set to correct input source.
• Headphones are connected.
©Lower volume and then disconnect headphones.
Noise is heard at high-pitched sounds on AM stations.
• Noise from TV set.
©Place the AM loop antenna as far as possible from the TV.
©Move unit away from TV set.
SPEAKERS
Crackling noise on both AM and FM stations.
No sound from the center speaker, or at very low
volume.
• Noise caused by fluorescent lamp being turned on and off.
©Move antenna as far as possible from the fluorescent lamp.
• Speaker cable is not connected.
©Check the connection between the amplifier and the speaker.
• Noise from automobile ignition.
©Install an FM outdoor antenna as far as possible from the
road.
• Listening mode is set to Stereo or Direct.
©Set the Listening mode to any mode other than Stereo or
Direct. The output to the center speaker may differ depending
on the listening mode.
©Change the position or direction of the outdoor antenna.
The indicators light for stereo reception, but sound is
distorted and stereo separation is bad.
• Center speaker level is set to minimum.
©Set the Center speaker level to the appropriate volume (page
31).
• Station is too strong.
©Change to FM indoor antenna.
•
The Center setting of the Speaker Config submenu is set to “None.”
©Set the Center setting at the Speaker Config submenu to
“Large” or “Small” (see page 29).
• Multiple reflection of the radio waves because of tall buildings
or mountains.
©Use antenna that has better directivity and select a point
where distortion is least.
No sound or very low volume from subwoofer.
Indicators for stereo reception flicker and hiss is heard
on FM stations.
• Subwoofer is set to “No.”
©Check the speaker setting (pages 29, 40).
• Station is too weak.
• Subwoofer speakers output level setting is improper.
©Install an outdoor FM antenna.
©Check the output level of the Subwoofer using the test tone.
• Stereo FM broadcasts cover only about half the distance of an
ordinary broadcast.
©Change the position or direction of the outdoor antenna.
Low frequency humming is heard.
• Not properly grounded.
©Check outer conductor of input plugs.
No preset station is recalled.
• Turntable motor is not properly grounded.
• Power cord has been unplugged or the POWER switch has been
turned off for a long time.
©The memory contents are lost. Store all stations again.
©Check for proper ground connection.
• Audio connection cables on the rear panel are connected
incorrectly.
©Adjust the placement of the cable to reduce hum.
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Troubleshooting guide
VIDEO and AUDIO
Multichannel audio is not output.
• To listen to multichannel audio, “Yes” must be selected in the
“Multichannel” in the Multichannel setup sub-menu of the Input
Setup menu. Also, it is necessary to select Multichannel with the
AUDIO SELECTOR button.
©Check that the component is connected to the MULTI
CHANNEL INPUT port and check the Setup menu settings.
Desired picture does not appear.
• Improper connection.
©Check the connection again. Insert the plugs and connectors
completely.
No OSD Menu display.
Components in remote zone (Zone 2) do not operate
properly.
• Improper connection.
©Check connections.
• Components are incorrectly connected.
©Check connections.
• OSD Menu is displayed when monitor is connected to VIDEO or
S VIDEO of MONITOR OUT.
©Confirm connections (see page 18).
• Objects are interfering with remote controller signals.
©Move inferring objects away from path of remote controller
signals.
No sound, or sound of the selected source is not heard.
• Input Setup menu settings are incorrect.
©Check settings (see page 33).
If one of the messages shown below appears
No picture appears on the TV screen (or monitor).
“Not available with headphones use”
The operation is not allowed because headphones are plugged into
the TX-DS797.
• TV (or monitor) is not set to receive the output signals from the
receiver.
©Set the TV (or monitor) to the receiver input.
• Video cable is not connected securely.
©Check connections.
“Not available with Multichannel use”
Cannot be used while the multi-channel output is being used.
• You have connected to the COMPONENT VIDEO connectors
but the TX-DS797 is not set properly.
©Check the Video Setup submenu of the Input Setup menu
(page 35).
“Not available in this Sp Config”
Will not work with the current speaker configuration settings.
“Not available in Zone 2 mode”
The operation is not allowed because the Zone 2 mode is turned on.
REMOTE CONTROLLER
“Only available with Dolby D”
No setting other than Dolby Digital can be set.
Front panel controls function but remote controller
controls do not.
“Not available in this Listening mode”
• No batteries in remote controller.
Will not work with the current listening mode.
©Insert batteries.
“Not available with this signal”
The listening mode cannot be selected with the current input source.
• Batteries have worn out.
©Replace batteries.
• Remote controller is not pointed at the remote sensor of the TX-
DS797.
“Not available with Muting”
Will not work because the muting is activated.
©Point the remote controller at the remote sensor of the TX-
DS797.
“Zone 2 is not On”
Will not work because the Zone 2 has not been turned on.
• Remote controller is too far from the TX-DS797.
©Operate the remote controller within 16 feet (5 meters).
Also refer to the respective instruction manuals of the compact disc
player, DVD player, video cassette recorder, TV monitor, etc., that
compose your entertainment system.
• Remote controller is functioning in a different mode
©Press the RCVR MODE button.
The TX-DS797 contains an internal microcomputer that performs
high-level operations. However, on extremely rare occasions, noise
or interference from an external source or static electricity may cause
faulty operation. If this occurs, unplug the power cord from the wall
outlet, wait five or more seconds, and then plug it back in. This
should correct the situation.
OTHER
LATE NIGHT function cannot be used.
• Playback source is not Dolby Digital encoded.
©Check that the DOLBY DIGITAL indicator lights up on the
display.
* To reset the surround mode and other settings to the factory
default settings, hold down the VIDEO 1 button with the TX-
DS797 turned on and then press the STANDBY/ON button.
“CLEAR” appears in the front display and the TX-DS797 enters
the standby state.
Re-EQ function cannot be used.
• Listening mode is set to Theater-Dimensional, Direct, PL II
Music, or Neo:6 Music.
©See page 43.
Parameter cannot be set for Front Effect etc.
• Parameter may not be able to be set depending on the listening
mode.
©See table on page 43.
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ONKYO U.S.A. CORPORATION
18 Park Way, Upper Saddle River, N.J. 07458, U.S.A.
ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH
Liegnitzerstrasse 6, 82194 Groebenzell, GERMANY
ONKYO CHINA LIMITED
Units 2102-2107, Metroplaza Tower I, 223 Hing Fong Road, Kwai Chung,
HOMEPAGE
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