Integra DTC-9.4 Owners manual

Contents

AV Controller

DTC-9.4

Instruction Manual

Before using 2

Facilities and connections 10

Setup and operation 31

Thank you for purchasing the AV Controller. 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 Controller. Please retain this manual for future reference.

Remote controller 72

Appendix 90

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Important Safeguards

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

AVIS

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

OUVRIR

NE PAS

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning – Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use the appliance near water –for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8. Accessories – Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided. There should be free space of at least 20 cm (8 in.) and an opening behind the appliance.

11. Power Sources – The appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company.

12. Grounding or Polarization – The appliance may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

S3125A

13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the appliance, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antennadischarge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure 1.

15. Lightning – For added protection for the appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line surges.

16. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be lo- cated in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

17. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

18. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.

19. Servicing – Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

20. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug the appliance form the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

appliance, C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water, D. If the appliance does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are

covered by the operating instructions as an improper ad-

justment of other controls may result in damage and will

often require extensive work by a qualified technician to

restore the appliance to its normal operation, E. If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way,

and F. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in perfor-

mance – this indicates a need for service.

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

S2898A

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.

23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The appliance should be mounted 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 appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

25. Liquid Hazards – The appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases shall be placed on the appliance.

Precautions

FIGURE 1: EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

1. Recording Copyright

Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is illegal without permission of the copyright holder.

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 chemical solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or remove the panel lettering.

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.

For U.S. models

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention 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.

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 installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• 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 Canadian models

NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES

WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. 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.

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.

Contents

Before using

Important Safeguards......................................... 2

Precautions ......................................................... 3

Contents .............................................................. 4

Features ...............................................................6

Supplied accessories ......................................... 7

Before using this unit......................................... 7

Connecting the power cord .............................................. 7

Using the remote controller.............................................. 7

Setting up the remote controller ....................... 8

Insert batteries .................................................................. 8

Characterizing the remote controller ............................... 8

Touch the screen to start................................................... 9

Facilities and connections

Index parts and facilities.................................. 10

Front panels .................................................................... 10

Front panel display ......................................................... 12

Rear panel ....................................................................... 13

Remote controller ........................................................... 14

Connecting to Audio/Video equipment ..........16

Connecting your audio components .............................. 17

Connecting your video components .............................. 18

Speaker Configuration and placement........... 22

Ideal speaker configuration ............................................ 22

Minimum speaker configuration for surround sound

playback .................................................................. 22

Speaker placement .......................................................... 22

Connecting antennas ....................................... 23

Assembling the AM loop antenna.................................. 23

Connecting the AM antenna cable ................................. 23

Connecting the included antennas ................................. 23

Connecting an FM outdoor antenna............................... 24

Connecting an AM outdoor antenna .............................. 24

Directional linkage ......................................................... 24

Connecting devices used in Zone 2 ............... 25

When using the ZONE 2 OUT terminals....................... 25

When using the SURR BACK/ZONE 2 PRE OUT

terminals .................................................................. 25

Operating components not reached by the

remote controller signals (IR IN/OUT) ....... 26

If the remote controller signal does not reach the

DTC-9.4 remote sensor ........................................... 26

If the remote controller signal does not reach other

components ............................................................. 26

Miscellaneous Connections ............................ 27

Connections for remote control ( ) ............................ 27

Connecting the power cords from other devices ........... 27

RS232 port ...................................................................... 27

Connecting to devices with analog multi channel output........

Connecting to an external device with 12V TRIGGER

terminal ................................................................... 28

Connecting auxiliary power amplifiers with RCA type

connector ................................................................. 28

Connecting power amplifiers with XLR type connector .........

Connecting the power ...................................... 30

Turning on the power ..................................................... 30

Turning on the power from the remote controller ......... 30

To change the display of the input source from TAPE to MD .....

Setup and operation

Enjoying music or videos with the DTC-9.4 .... 31

Basic operation ............................................................... 31

Adjusting the bass and treble ......................................... 31

Listening with headphones............................................. 31

Changing the listening mode.......................................... 32

Switching the display ..................................................... 33

Using the Dolby Headphone function ........................... 33

Adjusting the brightness of the front display ................ 34

Temporarily changing the speaker output levels ........... 34

Using the sleep time (remote controller only) ............... 34

Temporarily turning off the sound ................................. 34

Changing the audio mode............................................... 35

Enjoying the multichannel output .................................. 35

Listening to Radio Broadcasts........................ 36

Tuning into a radio station ............................................. 36

Listening to a stereo radio station (FM mode) .............. 36

Presetting a radio station ................................................ 37

Selecting a preset radio station ...................................... 37

Erasing a preset radio station ......................................... 37

Recording a source .......................................... 38

To record the input source signal you are currently

watching or listening to .......................................... 38

To record an input source signal different from that you

are currently watching or listening to..................... 38

Recording the video from one source and the audio

from another ............................................................ 39

Enjoying music or videos in the remote zone .....

Using the buttons on the DTC-9.4 ................................. 40

Selecting an input source using the remote controller ....

Adjusting the volume for the remote zone .................... 41

How to Enjoy Net Audio ................................... 42

System Requirements ..................................................... 42

Connecting the DTC-9.4 to your Ethernet Network ..... 43

Enjoying Internet radio .................................................. 44

Playing a music file saved on the Audio Network Server .......

How to Enjoy Net Audio (Configuring Various

Settings) ....................................................... 47

Input Setup Menu (When Net Audio is selected as

the input source) ..................................................... 47

Network Setup Menu ..................................................... 47

Troubleshooting for Net Audio ...................................... 49

Specifications ................................................................. 49

Setup Menu........................................................ 50

Navigating through the Setup Menu .............................. 51

Hardware Setup................................................. 52

0. Hardware Setup Menu ............................................. 52

0-1. Surr Back/Zone 2 Sub-menu .................................. 52

0-2. IR IN Setup Sub-menu............................................ 52

Contents

Speaker Setup ................................................... 53

1. Speaker Setup Menu ................................................ 53

1-1. Speaker Config Sub-menu ...................................... 53

1-2. Speaker Distance Sub-menu ................................... 54

1-3. Level Calibration Sub-menu ................................... 55

1-4. THX Audio Setup Sub-menu .................................. 56

Input Setup ........................................................57

2. Input Setup Menu..................................................... 57

2-1. Digital Setup Sub-menu (When Net Audio is not

selected as the input source) ................................... 57

2-2. Multichannel Setup Sub-menu (When Net Audio is

not selected as the input source) ............................. 58

2-3. Video Setup Sub-menu ........................................... 59

2-4. Character Input Sub-menu ...................................... 59

2-5. IntelliVolume Sub-menu ......................................... 60

2-6. Listening Mode Preset Sub-menu .......................... 60

2-7. 12V Trigger Setup Sub-menu ................................. 60

Audio Adjust...................................................... 64

3. Audio Adjust Menu .................................................. 64

3-1. Tone Control Sub-menu .......................................... 64

3-2. Surround Speakers Sub-menu ................................ 64

3-3. Sound Effect Sub-menu .......................................... 65

3-4. Delay Sub-menu...................................................... 65

3-5. LFE Level Sub-menu .............................................. 66

3-6. Mono Sub-menu...................................................... 66

3-7. Theater-Dimensional Sub-menu ............................. 66

3-8. Surround Sub-menu ................................................ 67

3-9. THX Sub-menu ....................................................... 68

3-10. 3-11. 3-12. 3-13. 3-14. 3-15. Mono Movie/

Enhanced 7/Orchestra/Unplugged/Studio Mix /TV

Logic Sub-menu ...................................................... 68

Preference ......................................................... 70

4. Preference Menu ....................................................... 70

4-1. Volume Setup Sub-menu ........................................ 70

4-2. Headphones Level Sub-menu ................................. 71

4-3. OSD Setup Sub-menu ............................................. 71

4-4. OSD Position Sub-menu ......................................... 71

Moving menu items ........................................................ 81

Delete and Restore ........................................... 82

Delete .............................................................................. 82

Restore ............................................................................ 82

Recording Macros and Setting Timers ........... 83

Recording macros ........................................................... 83

Editing macros ................................................................ 83

Setting timers .................................................................. 84

Organizing macros and timers into groups .................... 84

Using the remote controller with Radio

Frequency..................................................... 85

Changing the remote controller’s RF IR Settings ......... 85

Choosing Another Channel ............................................ 86

Additional information ..................................... 87

ChadEdit ......................................................................... 87

Optional recharging dock ............................................... 87

FAQ .....................................................................88

Overview of Symbols ....................................... 89

Appendix

Troubleshooting guide ..................................... 90

POWER .......................................................................... 90

SPEAKERS .................................................................... 90

FM/AM TUNER............................................................. 90

VIDEO and AUDIO ....................................................... 91

OTHER ........................................................................... 91

REMOTE CONTROLLER ............................................ 92

If one of the messages shown below appears ................ 93

Specifications ................................................... 94

Remote controller

Using the Remote Controller ........................... 72

Adjust the Settings ......................................................... 72

Working with Modes ...................................................... 73

Selecting a Device .......................................................... 74

Define the Brand of Your Device .....................75

Define the Brand of Your Device ................................... 75

Defining brands by searching ........................................ 77

Programming Buttons ...................................... 78

Programming control panel buttons ............................... 78

Programming device items............................................. 79

Programming direct-access and Left/Right Buttons ..... 79

Labeling Buttons and Menu Items .................. 80

Labeling a button ............................................................ 80

Labeling a menu item ..................................................... 80

Adding and Moving Devices............................ 81

Adding devices ............................................................... 81

Adding macros................................................................ 81

Features

■ Linear Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry

■ 192 kHz/24 Bit D/A Converters

■ 12V Trigger

■ THX

Surround EX

■ THX Ultra2 Certified

■ Dolby

®*

Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital

■ DTS, DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1,

DTS Neo:6, and DTS 96/24

■ Dolby Headphone

■ Theater-Dimensional

Virtual Surround Mode

■ Non-Scaling Configuration

■ Onscreen displays (Basic Menu/Advanced Menu)

■ Composite to S-Video Conversion

■ 6 S-Video Inputs/3 Outputs

■ Crossover Adjustment (40 Hz, 60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100

Hz, 120 Hz)

■ 7 Assignable Digital Inputs (4 optical/3 coaxial), 2

outputs, and 1 Digital Input (optical)

■ 8 Balanced XLR Outputs for Front L/R, Center,

Surround L/R, Surround back L/R or Zone 2 L/R and Subwoofer

■ 40 FM/AM random presets

■ FM auto tuning

■ IntelliVolume

■ Character Input

■ VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry)

■ Net-Tune Function with MP3/WAVE (PCM)/

WMA Decoding

■ Ethernet cable plug-In Capability

■ Unique and fully customizable universal

touchscreen remote controller

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” “Surround EX” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

•“Theater-Dimensional” is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.

•“Net-Tune” is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.

• Ultra2 and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of THX Ltd.

• Re-Equalization and the “Re-EQ” logo are trademarks of THX Ltd.

•“DTS,” “DTS-ES Extended Surround” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of

Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

• Windows Media, and the Windows logo are trademarks, or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

• Intel and Pentium are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.

• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS

and THOMSON multimedia.

•“XiVA” is a registered trademark of Imerge Limited.

• Xantech is a registered trademark of Xantech Corporation.

• Niles is a registered trademark of Niles Audio Corporation.

THX Ultra2

Before any home theatre component can be THX Ultra2 certified, it must pass a rigorous series of quality and performance tests. Only then can a product feature the THX Ultra2 logo, which is your guarantee that the Home Theatre products you purchase will give you superb performance for many years to come. THX Ultra2 requirements define hundreds of parameters, including power amplifier performance, and pre-amplifier performance and operation for both digital and analog domains. THX Ultra2 receivers also feature proprietary THX technologies (e.g., THX Mode, see page 63) which accurately translate film soundtracks for home theater playback.

Supplied accessories

Check that the following accessories are supplied with the DTC-9.4.

AM loop antenna × 1

Power cord × 1

FM indoor antenna × 1

Remote controller × 1

Batteries (AA or R6) × 4

RS232 cable for PC connection × 1

Before using this unit

Connecting the power cord

Plug the supplied power cord into this AC INLET.

• Do not use a power cord other than the one supplied with the DTC-9.4. The power cord supplied is designed for use with the DTC-9.4 and should not be used with any other device.

• Never have the power cord disconnected from the DTC-9.4 while the other end is plugged into the wall outlet. Doing so may cause an electric shock. Always connect by plugging into the wall outlet last and disconnect by unplugging from the wall outlet first.

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.

Remote control sensor

Standby indicator

DTC-9.4

Power cord (supplied)

30˚

AC INLET

Notes:

• Make sure that the remote control sensor is not subject to strong light such as direct sunlight or inverted fluorescent light for it may prevent proper operation of the remote controller.

DO NOT connect the power cord at this time.

• Using another remote controller in the same room or using the DTC-9.4 near equipment that uses infrared rays may cause operational interference.

• 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 DTC-9.4 behind such doors may prevent proper remote controller operation.

• If there is any obstacle between the remote controller and the remote control sensor, the remote controller will not operate.

30˚

Approx. 16 feet

Setting up the remote controller

Insert batteries

1. Slide the battery cover off the back of the remote controller.

2. Insert 4 AA batteries (included in package) as indicated on the bottom of the battery compartment.

Characterizing the remote controller

Sending eye/Learning eye

Direct-access buttons

Contrast dial

Backlight button

The intelligent remote controller can be used for all devices that understand infrared remote controller signals. Its easy-to-use touchscreen and its intuitive interface makes it a perfect remote controller for every user.

The remote controller is completely customizable and programmable. You can add devices and functions, relabel buttons, record macros and set timers. To make the remote controller your universal remote controller, it is designed to learn from existing remote controllers.

Direct-access buttons

The buttons labeled MUTE, CH, and VOL are direct-access buttons. The direct-access buttons make these frequently used functions available even when the touchscreen is off. You can program them so that they always operate the same components — for example, the TV. Or, you can program them to operate different devices at different times.

Touchscreen

Left/Right buttons

3. Slide the battery cover back on.

After a few seconds, the remote controller starts up automatically and beeps twice to indicate that it is ready to use.

When batteries are running low, the Low Battery icon the center top of the display. Replace the batteries as soon as possible to ensure perfect performance.

Note:

• The remote controller retains all settings when batteries have run out or when you replace them. You will only have to reset the clock.

• 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.

blinks at

Serial port

Reset button

Battery cover

Setting up the remote controller

Touch the screen to start

To turn on the screen, tap it gently with your finger. To use the touchscreen, simply tap the images you see on the screen. There’s no need to turn the screen off — it shuts off automatically to save power.

Be sure to read the manual for important information about care and use of the touchscreen. Fresh out of the box, the remote controller is already set up to work with popular components made by Integra/Onkyo.

Home menu

–

CONT

LIGHT

MUTE

–

6. Left and Right buttons

The Left and Right buttons change function depending on the device the remote controller is operating. The current function is displayed on the touchscreen right above the button. The function can be either an IR (infrared) command that is transmitted, or a jump to a specific device page.

The Left button function The Right button function

7. Remote controller icon

When you send a command, the remote controller icon shows

transmitting signals

. The name of the active device is indicated on

the device tab. Press and hold the icon for 3 seconds to go to the Setup menu of the remote controller.

8. Scroll button

Most devices have more than one control panel. You can scroll through these control panels using

and . The panel number on the left bottom of the screen indicates the panel number and the total number of panels, for example

By touching and holding a scroll button, you go repeatedly through all the control panels of a device in a loop.

9. Switch between the Home menu and the Device menu

you selected prior to the Home menu.

VOL

10 11

1. Sending eye (IR transmitter)/Learning eye

Send commands to devices. For learning commands from other remote controllers.

2. Current time and day

For setting the time and day, refer to “Adjust the Settings” (page 72).

3. Macro menu

Execute stored lists of commands.

4. Control panel

Tap buttons to select a components.

5. Panel number

Shows what panel you’re seeing.

10. Mode menu

Customize the remote controller.

11. Scroll button

Display next control panel.

Component’s control panel

When you select any component from the Home menu, the control panel shown below appears.

1. Home

If you get lost, you can always go to the Home menu screen. Just tap Home.

2. Tap name of component to display component’s

control panels.

3. You can also use the Device menu; tap to display it.

4. Tap to scroll to next panel for this component.

Index parts and facilities

Here is an explanation of the controls and displays on the front panel of the DTC-9.4.

Front panels

Front door

Push here to open the front door.

Index parts and facilities

For further operational instructions, see the pages indicated in brackets [ ].

Front panels

Standby/On button [30]

After plugging in the power cord, the DTC-9.4 turns on and the display lights up, the DTC-9.4 turns on and the display lights up. If pressed again, the DTC-9.4 returns to the standby state. In the standby state, the display is turned off and the DTC-9.4 cannot be operated.

Standby indicator [7, 30]

Lights when the DTC-9.4 is in the standby state and when a signal is received from the remote controller.

Audio Selector button [35]

Press to select the type of audio input signal.

Input source buttons and indicators (DVD, Video 1–5, Tape, Tuner, Phono, CD, and Net Audio) [31, 36, 38, 40]

Press these buttons 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 press 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.

Front display

Rec Out/Zone 2/Off buttons [38-40]

These buttons allow you to use the DTC-9.4 to output to a remote zone (Zone 2) or to another component for recording (Rec Out). Press the Rec Out button to output the audio and video signals to a recording component for recording. Press the Zone 2 button to enjoy the output from the DTC-9.4 in a different room, which is referred to as the remote zone (Zone 2). 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 8 seconds. That source will be output for recording or viewing in the remote zone. To set the output to the source channel, press the desired button (Rec Out or Zone 2) twice in succession. To disable the Rec Out output, press the Rec Out button, and then press the Off button within 8 seconds after pressing the Rec Out button. To disable the Zone 2 output, press the Off button.

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. When Zone 2 is selected, Rec Out is automatically fixed to Source.

Stereo button [32]

Selects for the stereo listening mode.

Surround button [32]

Selects for the Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Neo:6, Dolby Digital, or DTS listening modes.

Remote control sensor [7]

Display button [33]

Press 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.

Master Volume dial [31, 35]

Use to control the volume in the main zone. The volume for the remote zone (Zone 2) is independent.

Upsampling indicator [65]

Lights during upsampling.

Pure Audio indicator [32]

Lights during pure audio playback.

Direct/Pure Audio button [32, 35]

Press to switch between the direct and pure audio listening modes.

Phones jack [31, 33]

This is a standard stereo jack for connecting stereo headphones.

Zone 2 Level / buttons [41]

Press to enter the mode for adjusting the volume in the remote zone (Zone 2).

THX button [32]

Selects for the THX listening mode.

DSP / buttons [32]

Switches to the DSP (Digital Signal Processing) modes.

Dimmer button [34]

Press to set the brightness of the front display. There are four settings available.

• The brightness of the front display can also be performed using the remote controller.

Memory button [37]

Press to assign the radio station that you are currently tuned to a preset channel or press to delete a previously preset station.

FM Mode button [36]

Press to change the stereo mode from Auto to Mono and vice versa. Each time this button is pressed, the Auto indication turns on and off indicating the current mode. 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 Auto to Mono.

Setup button [51]

Press to enter the Setup Menu. The OSD Menu will appear on the TV monitor as well as the front display on the DTC-9.4.

Index parts and facilities

Tuning / , Preset / buttons [36, 37, 51]

To tune into a radio station, press the Tuning / buttons. The tuner frequency is displayed in the front display and it can be changed in 100-kHz increments for FM and 10-kHz increments for AM. When FM is selected as the input source, you can hold down either the Tuning 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). To select a radio station that was stored using the Memory button, press the Preset When navigating through the menu settings, these buttons select the value or item that you selected with the Tuning When you press the Setup button, the Tuning and Preset buttons become cursor buttons to be used for Setup Menu operations.

or button and then release it to activate the auto-

/ buttons.

Front panel display

Enter button [51]

Press to display the screen for the item that is selected in the Setup Menu.

Return button [51]

When in the Setup Menu, press to go back one level. If pressed while at the Main Menu, you will exit the Setup Menu.

Video 5 Input terminals [21]

For connecting a video camera or game device.

Input signal path indicators

Shows from which terminal the input signal is coming.

Listening mode or digital input format indicators

Some of these indicators light to show the format of the current input source. In addition, some of these listening mode indicators lights to indicate the current listening mode.

Tuning indicators

AUTO indicator

Lights when receiving FM broadcasts in the stereo mode. Turns off when placed into the monaural mode.

TUNED indicator

Lights when a radio station is received.

FM STEREO indicator

Lights when an FM broadcast station is received in stereo.

Multi function display

During normal operation, shows the current input source and volume. When the FM or AM input is selected, shows the frequency and preset number. When the Display button is pressed, shows the listening mode and input source format. However, does not show the source format when the FM or AM source is selected.

Volume display

Shows the volume level.

SLEEP indicator

Lights when the sleep timer is turned on.

Index parts and facilities

Rear panel

COAX

OPT

DIGITAL

INPUT

DIGITAL OUTPUT

FRONT

SUB

SURR

SURR BACK/ ZONE 2

FRONT

SUB

SURR

BACK

PRE OUT

GND

CENTER

MULTI CH INPUT

CENTER

ANTENNA

AUDIO

FM 75

PHONO

OUT

TAPE

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

ZONE 2

OUT

DVD

OUT

VIDEO 1

OUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

VIDEO 4

VIDEO

S VIDEO

For more information regarding connection procedures, see pages indicated in brackets [ ].

DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT [17-21]

These jacks are for connecting components with digital input and output capabilities. To connect a CD player, see page 17; to connect an MD or CD recorder, see page 17; to connect a DAT deck, see page 17; to connect a DVD player, see page 18; to connect a DVD recorder, see page 20; and to connect a digital satellite tuner, see page 21.

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUTPUT

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

COMPONENT

VIDEO

ETHERNET

(

NET-TUNE

SURR BACK / ZONE 2

)

RIGHT

RS232

SURR BACK / ZONE 2

LEFT

I R

OUT

PRE OUT

SURROUND

RIGHT

V TRIGGER OUT

ZONE 2

CONTROL LINK OUT

REMOTE CONTROL

LEFTRIGHTCENTERSUBWOOFER

SURROUND

LEFT

AC INLET

AV CONTROLLER

MODEL NO.

DTC

AC OUTLETS

AC 120 V 60 Hz

SWITCHED

TOTAL 120W 1A MAX.

9.4

MULTI CH INPUT [28]

This connector is for connecting components with a multi-channel output.

PHONO/CD/TAPE AUDIO IN/OUT [17]

These connectors are for connecting to the audio input and output jacks on audio components. To connect a turntable, see page 17; to connect a CD player, see page 17; and to connect a cassette tape deck, MD recorder, or CD recorder, see page 17.

PRE OUT (RCA type) [28]

Connect a power amplifier to this jack.

ANTENNA [23, 24]

These jacks are for connecting the FM indoor antenna and AM loop antenna that are supplied with the DTC-9.4.

ZONE2 AUDIO/VIDEO OUT [25]

These jacks are for connecting the components that will be used in the remote zone (Zone 2).

MONITOR OUT VIDEO/S VIDEO [19]

These jacks are for connecting to the video input jacks on television monitors or projectors.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT [19]

These jacks are for connecting to the component video input jacks on television monitors or projectors.

ETHERNET (NET-TUNE) [43]

This connector is for connecting to an Ethernet network.

PRE OUT (XLR type) [29]

Connect a power amplifier to this jack.

AC OUTLETS [27]

This AC outlet is provided to plug in the power cord from another component.

DVD/VIDEO1-4 IN/OUT [18-21]

These connectors are for connecting to the video input and output jacks on video components. To connect a DVD player, see page 18; to connect a DVD recorder, see page 20; to connect a VCR, see page 19; and to connect a Satellite tuner, see page 21.

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT1/2 [18-20]

These connectors are for connecting to the component video outputs of video components that have them. To connect a DVD player, see page 18; to connect a DVD recorder, see page 20; and to connect a Satellite tuner, see page 21.

RS232 [27]

This connector is for connecting to the RS-232 port of an external device.

IR IN/OUT [26]

These connectors are for connecting the remote sensor of a multiroom kit (sold separately).

[27]

This jack is for connecting other Onkyo components equipped with the same terminal.

12V TRIGGER OUT ZONE 2/A/B (CONTROL LINK OUT) [28]

These connectors are used to connect to the 12V TRIGGER IN terminal of a component if one has one.

AC INLETS [7]

This connector is for connecting the supplied power cord.

Index parts and facilities

Remote controller

Home menu

–

CONT

LIGHT

AV Amp (Select AV Amp on the Home menu) (page 1/4)

MUTE

–

VOL

(page 2/4)

(page 3/4)

(page 4/4)

Index parts and facilities

For details on how to use the remote controller, refer to “Using the remote controller” (page 72).

Select AV Amp in the Home menu to display the operation buttons.

CONT +/– buttons

If the display stays blank or becomes black, adjust the contrast dial on the left side.

LIGHT button

Press to turn on the backlight for brighter display when you use the DTC-9.4 in the dark room. The backlight shuts off automatically after a few seconds to save power.

Note:

You can choose to activate the backlight automatically when you activate the remote controller. (For details about the settings, see “Second setup panel” under “Adjust the Settings” on page 72.)

AV Amp button

Before operating the DTC-9.4, press this button.

Zone 2 button [41]

Press to perform operations on the remote zone.

Net A button

Press to listen to the Net Audio.

MUTE button [34]

Press to activate the mute function.

Second operation menu (page 2/4)

Listening mode buttons [32]

You can select a listening mode.

Display button [33]

For changing the display in the front display.

Re-EQ button [65, 68]

Depending on the listening mode, you can turn the Re-EQ function on or off.

Third operation menu (page 3/4)

Setup button [51]

Press to display the Setup Menu on the TV screen and in the display. Press again to exit the menu.

Return button [51]

Press to enter the selected setting and return to the previous menu.

Test button [55]

This button is used to set the speaker output levels. Use this button in conjunction with the Level speakers levels without entering the Setup Menu.

Dim button [34]

Adjusts the display brightness. There are three settings available: normal, dark and very dark.

/ and CH Sel buttons to calibrate the

CH +/– button [37, 41]

When AV Amp is selected, for selecting a tuner preset channel.

VOL / buttons [31, 35, 41]

When AV Amp is selected, for adjusting the volume. When Zone 2 is selected, for adjusting the volume in the Zone 2.

First operation menu (page 1/4)

ON button [30, 41]

Press to turn on the DTC-9.4.

OFF button [30]

Press to place the DTC-9.4 in the standby state. Be aware that pressing the Standby button only places the DTC-9.4 in standby and does not turn the power completely off.

LISTEN button [32]

For displaying the 2/4 listening mode page.

SETUP button

For displaying the 3/4 setup operation page.

Input Selector buttons [31, 36, 41]

Select an input source for the main zone.

Audio Sel button [35]

Press to select the audio input signal.

/ / / , Enter buttons [51]

When in the Setup Menu, press the upper and lower arrow buttons to select an item, press the right and left arrow buttons to select parameter values or modes, and press the Enter button to advance to the next item.

Sleep button [34]

Press to set the sleep function. The Sleep button enables you to set the DTC-9.4 to turn off automatically after a specified time period.

+/– buttons [34, 55]

Select the speaker whose volume is to be adjusted using the CH Sel button and adjust the volume using the +/– buttons.

SP A/B buttons

These buttons are not used with the DTC-9.4.

CH Sel button [34]

Press to select a speaker channel when adjusting the speaker level.

FM/AM buttons [36]

Select the tuner band.

Not used with the DTC-9.4.

The buttons can be used to do direct tuning or tune in a radio station on some Onkyo products.

Connecting to Audio/Video equipment

• 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 properly made.

• 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 VIDEO) are used for video connection.

• Insert all plugs and connectors securely. Improper connections can result in noise, poor performance, or damage to the equipment.

Improper connection

Inserted completely

• Do not bind audio/video connection cables with power cords and speaker cables. Doing so may adversely affect the picture and sound quality.

• The optical digital jacks are all of the shutter-type construction. Connect an optical cable by first making sure the cable is oriented correctly and then inserting it into the jack pushing the shutter lid inwards.

Cables are depicted in the connection diagrams as shown below.

Left (white)

Right (red)

Audio connection cable

Component video connection cable

Video connection cable

S video connection cable

Coaxial cable

Optical cable

Rear optical jack Front optical jack

Connecting to Audio/Video equipment

Here is an explanation of typical ways to connect various components to the DTC-9.4. 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 those of your components and their features to ascertain which method of connection is best.

: Signal flow

Digital audio output (optical)

DIGITAL

INPUT

COAX

Digital audio input (optical)

3. Cassette tape deck, MD recorder, DAT deck, or CD recorder (TAPE)

Analog audio input

Analog audio output

R (red)

L (white)

R (red)

L (white)

OPT

DIGITAL OUTPUT

Connecting your audio components

Below is an example of how you can connect your audio components to the DTC-9.4. Refer to the diagram above for the following connection examples.

AUDIO IN/OUT

These are the analog audio inputs and outputs. There are eight audio inputs and three audio outputs on the rear panel. The audio inputs and outputs require RCA-type connectors.

DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT

On the rear panel of the DTC-9.4, there are three coaxial digital inputs, four optical digital inputs, and two optical digital output. To the digital inputs, connect CD players, LD players, DVD players, or other digital source component. To the digital output, connect MD recorders, CD recorders, DAT decks, or other similar components.

• 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 an optical input or output jack, always use an optical fiber cable.

1. Connecting a compact disc player (CD)

Using an RCA audio cable, connect the output jacks of the compact disc player to the CD AUDIO jacks of the DTC-9.4. Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the right channel to the R jack.

If the compact disc player has a digital output, connect it to either the DIGITAL INPUT COAX jack or DIGITAL INPUT OPT jack of the DTC-9.4 depending on the type of connector on the compact disc player.

With the initial settings of the DTC-9.4, the CD input source is set for digital input at the OPT 1 jack.

If the digital connection is made to a different jack, this must be changed at Setup Menu → Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page

57).

Ground wire (earth)

R (red)

L (white)

R (red)

L (white)

Analog audio output

Digital audio output (optical)

2. Turntable (PH)

1. CD player (CD)

FRONT

SUB

SURR

SURR BACK/ ZONE 2

FRONT

SUB

SURR

BACK

GND

PRE OUT

CENTER

MULTI CH INPUT

CENTER

ANTENNA

AUDIO

FM 75

PHONO

OUT

TAPE

2. Connecting a turntable (PHONO)

Using an RCA audio cable, connect the output jacks of the turntable to the PHONO audio jacks of the DTC-9.4. Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the right channel to the R jack.

Note:

The DTC-9.4 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.

3. Connecting a cassette tape deck, MD recorder, DAT deck, or CD recorder (TAPE)

Using RCA audio cables, connect the output jacks (PLAY) of the device to the TAPE AUDIO IN jacks of the DTC-9.4 and connect the input jacks (REC) of the device to the TAPE AUDIO OUT jacks of the DTC-9.4. Make sure that you properly connect the left channels to the L jacks and the right channels to the R jacks.

If the device has a digital output, connect it to either the DIGITAL INPUT COAX jack or DIGITAL INPUT OPT jack of the DTC-9.4 depending on the type of connector on the device.

With the initial settings of the DTC-9.4, the TAPE input source is set for digital input at the OPT 2 jack.

If the digital connection is made to a different jack, this must be changed at Setup Menu → Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page

57).

If the device has a digital input, connect it to the DIGITAL OUTPUT OPT 1 or 2 jack of the DTC-9.4 for digital recording of the REC OUT signal from the DTC-9.4.

Note:

The output from the DIGITAL OUTPUT jack of the DTC-9.4 is only the digital signal input to the DIGITAL INPUT jack.

Connecting to Audio/Video equipment

FRONT

SUB

SURR

GND

SURR

BACK/

ZONE 2

FRONT

SUB

SURR

SURR BACK

DIGITAL

INPUT

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OPT

COAX

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

ZONE 2

DVD

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

VIDEO 4

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUTPUT

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

OUT

PHONO

TAPE

OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO

: Signal flow

Digital audio output (coaxial)

Connecting your video components

Below is an example of how you can connect your video components to the DTC-9.4. Refer to the diagram above for the following connection examples.

COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT

For DVD players or other devices that have component video connectors, the DTC-9.4 has two banks of component video input connectors (Y, P

9.4 also has one bank of component video output connectors for direct component video output to the matrix decoder of a television, projector, or other display device. By sending the pure component video signal directly, the 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.

VIDEO IN/OUT

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, VTRs, LD players, DVD players, and other video components to the video inputs. Connect VCRs, VTRs, and other recording components to the video outputs to make video recordings.

• When connecting a VCR or other video component, make sure you connect its audio and video leads to the same bank (e.g., both to VIDEO 3).

• The VIDEO 5 inputs are located on the front panel.

The flow of the video signals is as follows:

Signals that comes in from VIDEO and S VIDEO INPUT are output to VIDEO, S VIDEO and COMPONENT VIDEO. However, signals that comes in from COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT are only output to COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT. When connecting a video player to the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks, be sure to connect your television to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT jacks.

B, PR) for direct component video input. The DTC-

R (red)

Analog audio output

L (white)

Video output

S Video output

4. DVD player (DVD)

Component video output

4. Connecting a DVD player (DVD)

Using an RCA video cable, connect the video output jack (composite) of the DVD or LD player to the DVD VIDEO IN jack of the DTC-9.4. Or if the DVD or LD player has an S video output jack, connect it to the DVD S VIDEO IN jack with an S video cable. Or if the device has component video outputs, connect them to one of the banks of COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks on the DTC-9.4.

The default setting for DVD video input is set to “INPUT 1” (COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1).

If you connect the DVD player to video jacks other than the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 1 jacks, change the setting for “b.Component Video” at the “2-3.Video Setup sub-menu” to appropriate value (see page 59).

Using an RCA audio connection cable, connect the audio output jacks of the DVD or LD player to the DVD AUDIO IN jacks of the DTC-9.4. 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, connect it to either the DIGITAL INPUT COAX jack or DIGITAL INPUT OPT jack of the DTC-9.4 depending on the type of connector on the DVD player.

With the initial settings of the DTC-9.4, the DVD input source is set for digital input at the COAX 1 jack.

If the digital connection is made at a different jack, this must be changed at Setup Menu → Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page 57).

FRONT

SUB

SURR

GND

SURR BACK/

ZONE 2

FRONT

SUB

SURR

SURR BACK

DIGITAL

INPUT

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OPT

COAX

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

ZONE 2

DVD

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

VIDEO 4

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUTPUT

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

OUT

PHONO

UDIO

TAPE

UDIO

OUT

FM 75

COMPONENT

VIDEO

Connecting to Audio/Video equipment

: Signal flow

S Video input

Video input

5. TV monitor or projector (MONITOR OUT)S Video input

Component video input

Analog audio input

L (white)

R (red)

6. VCR (VIDEO 1)

R (red)

Analog audio output

L (white)

Video output

S Video output

5. Connecting a television monitor or projector (MONITOR OUT)

The DTC-9.4 is equipped with a simple Y/C separate circuit and simple Y/C mixed circuit. Since both the signal from the 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.

6. Connecting a video cassette recorder (VIDEO 1)

Using RCA video cables, connect the video output jack (composite) of the video cassette recorder to the VIDEO 1 VIDEO IN jack of the DTC-9.4 and connect the video input jack of the video cassette recorder to the VIDEO 1 VIDEO OUT jack of the DTC-9.4. Or if the video cassette recorder has S video input and output jacks, connect them to the VIDEO 1 S VIDEO IN and OUT jacks of the DTC-9.4 using S video cables. Or if the video cassette recorder has component video outputs, connect them to one of the banks of COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks on the DTC-9.4.

Using an RCA video cable, connect the video input jack (composite) of the device to the MONITOR OUT VIDEO jack of the DTC-9.4. Or if the device has an S video input jack, connect it to the MONITOR OUT S VIDEO jack of the DTC-9.4 using an S video cable. Or if the device has component video inputs, connect them to the bank of COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT jacks on the DTC-9.4.

Note that the OSD Menu data will be output to the MONITOR OUT VIDEO, S VIDEO and COMPONENT VIDEO jacks. When you connect any OSD-specific monitor TV to the VIDEO connectors, you can disable the OSD output to COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT. To disable the OSD output, select Setup Menu → Preference → OSD Setup → Component Video, and then select “Not Activated” (See page 71).

The default setting for the VIDEO 1 video input is set to “INPUT 2” (COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 2).

If you connect the video deck to video jacks other than the COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT 2 jacks, change the setting for “b.Component Video” at the “2-3.Video Setup sub-menu” to appropriate value (see page 59).

Using RCA audio cable, connect the audio output jacks of the video cassette recorder to the VIDEO 1 AUDIO IN jacks of the DTC-9.4 and connect the audio input jacks of the video cassette recorder to the VIDEO 1 AUDIO OUT jacks of the DTC-9.4. Make sure that you properly connect the left channels to the L jacks and the right channels to the R jacks.

If you are connecting a digital output device to the VIDEO 1 jack instead of a VCR, connect it to either the DIGITAL INPUT COAX jack or DIGITAL INPUT OPT jack depending on the type of connector on the device.

With the initial settings of the DTC-9.4, 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 Setup Menu → Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page

57).

Connecting to Audio/Video equipment

PRE

FRONT

SUB

SURR

GND

SURR BACK/

ZONE 2

FRONT

SUB

SURR

SURR BACK

DIGITAL

INPUT

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OPT

COAX

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

ZONE 2

DVD

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

VIDEO 4

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUTPUT

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

OUT

PHONO

TAPE

OUT

COMPONENT

VIDEO

Digital audio input (optical)

Digital audio output (coaxial)

S Video input

Video input

Analog audio input

R (red)

L (white)

7. DVD recorder, other digital video recording device (VIDEO 2)

R (red)

Analog audio output

L (white)

Video output

S Video output

: Signal flow

7. Connecting a DVD recorder or other digital video recording device (VIDEO 2)

Using RCA video cables, connect the video output jack (composite) of the device to the VIDEO 2 VIDEO IN jack of the DTC-9.4 and connect the video input jack of the device to the VIDEO 2 VIDEO OUT jack of the DTC-9.4. Or if the device has S video input and output jacks, connect them to the VIDEO 2 S VIDEO IN and OUT jacks of the DTC-9.4 using S video cables. Or if the device has component video outputs, connect them to one of the banks of COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks on the DTC-9.4.

The default setting for the VIDEO 2 video input is set to “VIDEO” (VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN).

If you connect the device to video jacks other than the VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN jacks, change the setting for “b.Component Video” at the “2-3.Video Setup sub-menu” to appropriate value (see page 59).

Using RCA audio cables, connect the audio output jacks of the device to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO IN jacks of the DTC-9.4 and connect the audio input jacks of the device to the VIDEO 2 AUDIO OUT jacks of the DTC-9.4. Make sure that you properly connect the left channels to the L jacks and the right channels to the R jacks.

If the device has a digital output, connect it to either the DIGITAL INPUT COAX jack or DIGITAL INPUT OPT jack of the DTC-9.4 depending on the type of connector on the device.

With the initial settings of the DTC-9.4, the VIDEO 2 input source is set for digital input at the COAX 3 jack.

If the digital connection is made at a different jack, this must be changed at Setup Menu → Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page

57).

If the device has a digital input, connect it to the DIGITAL OUTPUT OPT jack of the DTC-9.4 for digital recording of the REC OUT signal from the DTC-9.4.

Note:

The output from the DIGITAL OUTPUT jack of the DTC-9.4 is only the digital signal input to the DIGITAL INPUT jack.

Connecting to Audio/Video equipment

FRONT

SUB

SURR

GND

SURR BACK/

ZONE 2

FRONT

SUB

SURR

SURR BACK

DIGITAL

INPUT

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OPT

COAX

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

ZONE 2

DVD

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

VIDEO 4

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO

OUTPUT

INPUT 1

INPUT 2

OUT

PHONO

TAPE

OUT

FM 75

COMPONENT

VIDEO

8. Settop box, video camera (VIDEO 3)

S Video output

Video output

Analog audio output

Digital audio output (optical)

L (white)

R (red)

: Signal flow

9. Satellite tuner or television (VIDEO 4)

S Video output

L (white)

R (red)

Video output

Analog audio output

Digital audio output (optical)

8, 9. Connecting a satellite tuner, television, or settop box

(VIDEO 3 or 4)

Using an RCA video cable, connect the video output jack (composite) of the device to the VIDEO 3 (or 4) VIDEO IN jack of the DTC-9.4. Or if the device has an S video output jack, connect it to the VIDEO 3 (or 4) S VIDEO IN jack of the DTC-9.4 using an S video cable. Or if the device has component video outputs, connect them to one of the banks of COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT jacks on the DTC-9.4.

The default setting for the VIDEO 3 and VIDEO 4 video inputs are set to “VIDEO” (VIDEO IN or S VIDEO IN).

10. Connecting video camera, etc. (VIDEO 5 INPUT)

Using an RCA video cable, connect the video output jack (composite) of the device to the VIDEO 5 VIDEO jack of the DTC-

9.4. Or if the device has an S video output jack, connect it to the VIDEO 5 S VIDEO jack of the DTC-9.4 using an S video cable.

Using an RCA audio cable, connect the audio output jack of the device to the VIDEO 5 AUDIO jacks of the DTC-9.4. 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 an optical digital output, connect it to the VIDEO 5 DIGITAL jack of the DTC-9.4.

The VIDEO 5 digital input is fixed to the OPTICAL input on the front panel.

Using an RCA audio cable, connect the audio output jack of the device to the VIDEO 3 (or 4) AUDIO IN jacks of the DTC-9.4. Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack

S Video output

Front panel

and the right channel to the R jack. If the device has a digital output, connect it to either the DIGITAL

INPUT COAX jack or DIGITAL INPUT OPT jack of the DTC-9.4 depending on the type of connector on the device.

With the initial settings of the DTC-9.4, the VIDEO 3 input source is

Digital output (optical)

set for digital input at the OPT 3 jack, and the VIDEO 4 input source is set for digital input at the OPT 4 jack.

If the digital connection is made at a different jack, this must be changed at Setup Menu → Input Setup → Digital Setup (see page

57).

10. Video camera/ Video game (VIDEO 5 INPUT)

Video output

Analog output

Speaker configuration and placement

Be aware that for surround playback, the configuration and placement of your speakers are both very important. For THX surround EX playback, we recommend that you use a THX speaker system that is certified by THX Ltd.

Ideal speaker configuration

• Front right and left 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.

• Surround right and left speakers

Adds three-dimensional sonic movement and produces environmental sound associated with the background and effect sound for each scene.

• Surround back right and left speakers

Required for enjoying Dolby Digital EX, THX Surround EX, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, or DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 audio.

• Subwoofer

Produces powerful and heavy bass.

Minimum speaker configuration for surround sound playback

• Place these speakers so that their height is 3 feet (1 meter) higher than that of the listener’s ears.

Subwoofer

When bass sound is reproduced, its volume and quality greatly depend on subwoofer placement. Those characteristics also depends on the shape of your listening room as well as your listening point. Generally speaking, good bass sound is obtained when the subwoofer is placed in the corner of the room or at one-third the length of the room.

Corner

1/3 room length

For optimizing the subwoofer placement, we recommend you to:

• Play a movie or music source containing good quality base sound,

• Take some experimenting while changing subwoofer’s position

in the room, and

• Try different positioning until you get the most out of the base sound while fixing the listening point.

• Front right and left 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.

Speaker placement

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. 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).

Important points regarding speaker placement

Front left and right speakers and center speaker

• Place these three speakers all at the same height.

• Place each speaker so that it is aimed at the location of the listener’s ears when at the listening position.

• Place the right and left loudspeakers at an equal distance either

side of the listening point.

Layout with speakers

1 TV or screen 2 Front left speaker 3 Subwoofer 4 Center speaker 5 Front right speaker

Layout with dipolar speakers

6 Surround left speaker 7 Surround right speaker 8 Surround back left speaker 9 Surround back right speaker 10 Listening position

Most dipoles have an arrow on them to indicate their orientation in which that should be placed. For the correct acoustical phasing in the room, dipolar surround speakers should be placed so that their arrows point forward toward the screen.

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.

Surround back left and right speakers

• For maximum effect of the new THX Ultra2 feature, place these two speakers as close together as possible. Dipolar speakers, however, should be placed apart the required amount.

Connecting antennas

To use the tuner of DTC-9.4, it is necessary to prepare the supplied FM and AM antennas.

• Adjustment and placement of the FM and AM antennas for better reception must be done while listening to a station broadcast.

• If better reception cannot be obtained, then placement of an outside antenna is recommended.

Assembling the AM loop antenna

Assemble the loop antenna as shown in the illustration.

• Refer to “Connecting the AM loop antenna” below for details on how to connect the loop antenna.

Insert into the hole.

Connecting the AM antenna cable

1. Press down the lever at the antenna terminal.

Connecting the included antennas

Connecting the FM indoor antenna:

The FM indoor antenna is for indoor use only. During use, extend the antenna and adjust its orientation until the clearest signal is received. Fix it with push pins or similar items 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.

Connecting 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 DTC-9.4, televisions, speaker cables, and power cords. If the reception is not very clear with the attached AM indoor antenna, the use of an outdoor antenna is recommended.

(Indoor) AM loop antenna

FM antenna

RE OUT

ANTENNA

CENTER

AUDIO

2. Insert the wire into the terminal hole.

3. Release the lever.

Strip away the insulation from the end of the cable, and 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.

Connecting antennas

Connecting an FM outdoor antenna

Make sure to follow the general rules given below:

• 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.

RE OUT

ANTENNA

CENTER

AUDIO

Directional linkage

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.

To TV (or VCR)To receiver

Connecting an AM outdoor antenna

If reception is poor with the indoor AM antenna, stretch out the outdoor antenna (16 feet (5 meters) or more) above a window or outside.

• Keep the indoor AM loop antenna connected. Do not remove it.

• 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.

Outdoor antenna

(Indoor) AM loop antenna

RE OUT

ANTENNA

CENTER

AUDIO

FM 75

Connecting devices used in Zone 2

The DTC-9.4 allows you to watch and listen to two separate input sources at the same time. This allows you to, for example, place speakers and a television in two different rooms so that two or more people can enjoy two different movies at the same time. The room where the DTC-9.4 is actually located is referred to as the main room while the separate room is referred to as the remote zone (Zone 2). In addition, the IR IN/OUT terminal of the DTC-9.4 allows you to control the DTC-9.4 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.

When using the ZONE 2 OUT terminals

When you have connected all the speakers for 7.1-channel audio in the main room, connect the speakers as shown below. 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 DTC-9.4 to the amplifier for the remote zone.

2. Connect the remote zone speaker cables to the speaker terminals on the amplifier.

3. Connect the DTC-9.4 to the monitor for the remote zone.

When using the SURR BACK/ZONE 2 PRE OUT terminals

If you are using a 5.1-channel speaker system in the main room, you can connect the amplifier for the remote zone (Zone 2) to the open SURR BACK/ZONE 2 PRE OUT terminals and connect the remote zone speakers. With this connection, select “Zone 2” for the Hardware Setup → Surr Back/Zone 2 → Surr Back/Zone 2 setting in the Setup menu.

Remote Zone (Zone 2)Main Room

PRE OUT

DTC-9.4

FRONT

SUB

SURR

SURR BACK/

ZONE 2

CENTE

Left (white)

Right (red)

Zone 2

Left

speaker

Power amplifier

Zone 2

Right

speaker

Remote Zone (Zone 2)

Zone 2

Left speaker

Zone 2 monitor

or projector

Zone 2

Right speaker

Zone 2 amplifier

Main Room

VIDEO

S VIDEO

MONITOR

OUT

ZONE 2

OUT

DTC-9.4

Right (red)

Left (white)

AUDIO

Note:

The ZONE 2 out terminals of the DTC-9.4 are of a fixed output level.

SURR BACK / ZONE 2

RIGHT

DTC-9.4

PRE OUT

SURR BACK / ZONE 2

SURROUND

RIGHT

LEFT

XLR (balanced)

type cable

LEFTRIGHTCENTERSUBWOOFER

SURROUND

LEFT

Remote Zone (Zone 2)Main Room

Zone 2

Left

speaker

Power amplifier

Zone 2

Right

speaker

Operating components not reached by the remote controller signals (IR IN/OUT)

In order to use the remote controller to control the DTC-9.4 from a remote location, you will need to prepare a multi-room kit (sold separately) such as one of those given below:

• Onkyo’s Multi-Room System kits (IR Remote Controller Extension System)

• Multiroom A/V distribution and control system such as those from Niles

and Xantech

If the remote controller signal does not reach the DTC-9.4 remote sensor

If the DTC-9.4 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 can reach.

With this connection, select “Main” for the Hardware Setup → IR IN Setup → Position setting in the Setup Menu (see page 52).

IR IN

Connecting block

IR Receiver

Make the connection as shown below. Do not plug in any equipment to the power outlet until all the connections are complete.

from connecting block

Mini plug cable

I R

OUT

DTC-9.4

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 DTC-9.4 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 DTC-9.4 will not be output to the IR OUT terminal.

DTC-9.4

Remote controller

In the cabinet

: Signal flow

The IR IN input allows you to control the DTC-9.4 from the remote zone (Zone 2) with the remote controller even though the remote zone may be on the other side of the building from the main zone. 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 52).

To IR IN

IR Receiver

DTC-9.4

Connecting block

IR IN

IR OUT

Other component

: Signal flow

I R

OUT

DTC-9.4

block

DTC-9.4

IR Emitter

Mini plug

Remote controller

Other component

IR Emitter

IR ReceiverConnecting

: Signal flow

Remote control sensor

Emitter

Mini plug cable

Remote controller

Zone 2 roomMain room

: Signal flow

Miscellaneous Connections

AC 120 V 60 Hz

SWITCHED

TOTAL 120W 1A MAX.

AC OUTLETS

Connections for remote control ( )

The terminal on the DTC-9.4 is for connecting other Integra/ Onkyo components equipped with the same component is connected to the

terminal, it can be operated by the remote controller supplied with the DTC-9.4. In addition, when you connect a component to the

terminal, you can also perform the

system operations given below.

Power on/ready function

When the DTC-9.4 is in the standby state, if an -connected component is turned on, the DTC-9.4 also turns on and the input source selected at the DTC-9.4 automatically switches to that component. Be aware that this function will not work if the power cord for the

-connected component is connected to the AC OUTLET on the

DTC-9.4, or if the DTC-9.4 has already been turned on.

Direct change function

When the play button is pressed at an input source selected at the DTC-9.4 automatically changes to that component.

Power off function

When the DTC-9.4 is placed in the standby state, all -connected components are also automatically put into the standby state.

Also, if you press the ON button on the DTC-9.4 remote controller while the DTC-9.4 is turned on, all (DVD players, CD players, MD recorders, tuners, etc.) are also turned on.

terminal. When a

-connected component, the

-connected components

Connecting the power cords from other devices

The DTC-9.4 is equipped with AC mains outlets for connecting the power cords from other devices so that their power is supplied through the DTC-9.4. By doing this, you can leave the connected device turned on and have the Standby/On button on the DTC-9.4 turn on and off the device together with the DTC-9.4.

Caution:

Make sure that the total capacity of the components connected to the DTC-9.4 does not exceed the capacity that is printed on the rear panel (TOTAL 120W).

DTC-9.4

I R

OUT

connector

Ex: Integra/Onkyo CD player

connector

Ex: Integra/Onkyo cassette tape deck

To connect components using the

terminal, simply connect a remote control cable from this terminal to the terminal of the other component. An

remote control cable with a 1/8-inch (3.5mm) miniature two-conductor plug comes with every cassette tape deck, compact disc player, MD recorder, and DVD player that has an

terminal.

• When performing operations with

-connected components

using the system, do not use the remote zone (Zone 2).

• For remote control operation, the audio connection cables must also be connected.

• If a component has two

terminals, you can use either one to connect to the DTC-9.4. The other one can be used to daisy chain with another component.

• With Integra/Onkyo DVD players, you can enter the preprogram code so that you can operate the DVD player directly with the remote controller without connecting the

terminals

(see page 75).

RS232 port

The RS232 port is to be used in conjunction with an external controller to control the operation of the DTC-9.4 by using an external device.

Note:

When you use a MD recorder, connect the recorder to the TAPE terminals on the DTC-9.4. In this case, change the input source display name of the DTC-9.4 from “TAPE” to “MD” (see page 30).

Miscellaneous Connections

Connecting to devices with analog multi channel output

Connect a DVD player, MPEG decoder, or other component that has a multi channel port for 5.1 channel or 7.1 channel output.

Front output

Subwoofer

Surround

Ex: DVD-Audio player/MPEG decoder

Surround back

Center

to white

to Red

DIGITAL

INPUT

COAX

to Purple

to Blue

OPT

to Gray

OPT

to Tan

to Brown

DIGITAL OUTPUT

to Green

FRONT

SUB

SURR

SURR BACK/ ZONE 2

FRONT

SUB

SURR

BACK

PRE OUT

CENTE

MULTI INPU

CENTER

GND

Connecting to an external device with 12V TRIGGER terminal

These terminals are provided so that you can use the operation of the DTC-9.4 control the operation of another externally connected device. Connect the component to this 1/8-inch mini-jack terminal and when the set input source is selected, the device will turn on. Set the 12V TRIGGER terminal using the Setup menu: Input setup → 12V trigger (see page 60). When the DTC-9.4 is in the ZONE 2 mode, the 12V TRIGGER ZONE 2 terminal outputs at 12 V/100 mA.

The 12V TRIGGER OUT B (CONTROL LINK OUT) terminal on the DTC-9.4 is for connecting to the Integra DTA-9.4 power amplifier. When the DTC-9.4 is connected to the DTA-9.4, the DTA-9.4 can be turned on or entered into standby state in conjunction with the “on” or “standby” states of the DTC-9.4. The Dimmer function of the DTA-9.4 for the On indicator brightness will also work in conjunction with the Dimmer function of the DTC-

9.4 for the display brightness. Use the mini-plug cable supplied with the DTA-9.4 for connecting to the 12V TRIGGER IN terminal on the DTA-9.4.

Connecting auxiliary power amplifiers with RCA type connector

Connect your power amplifier to the PRE OUT jacks on the DTC-9.4.

Front

Subwoofer

Surround back

Power amplifier

to White

to Red

DIGITAL

INPUT

COAX

to Purple

to Brown

OPT

to Tan

Surround

Center

FRONT

SUB

SURR

BACK/

ZONE 2

FRONT

PRE OUT

to Blue

to Gray

CENTER

MULTI INPUT

to Green

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1. Front left speaker

2. Front right speaker

3. Subwoofer

4. Surround back left/Zone 2 left speaker

Note:

For connections when you enjoy music and video in the remote room (Zone 2), see page 25.

5. Surround back right/Zone 2 right speaker

6. Surround left speaker

7. Surround right speaker

8. Center speaker

Miscellaneous Connections

Connecting power amplifiers with XLR type connector

Connect your power amplifier to the PRE OUT jacks on the DTC-

9.4. If the jacks on your power amplifier are XLR (balanced) type jacks, connect them to the jacks shown in the diagram given below.

3 8746521

Power amplifier

SURR BACK / ZONE 2

RIGHT

SURR BACK / ZONE 2

LEFT

PRE OUT

SURROUND

RIGHT

LEFTRIGHTCENTERSUBWOOFER

SURROUND

LEFT

These jacks are for connecting power amplifiers. If the jacks on your power amplifier are XLR (balanced) type jacks, connect them here. The pin assignments for these terminals are shown below.

2. non-inverting (+) 1. GND

3. inverting (-)

These pin assignments conform to the standards made by the Audio Engineering Society. Check the instruction manual that came with your power amplifier and verify that the input pin assignments are compatible with those for the DTC-9.4.

1. Connecting the output terminal

Match the pins and insert the terminal until you hear a “click.” Ensure that it is secure by gently pulling it.

2. Disconnecting tha output terminal

Pull out the cable (in the direction indicated by the arrow) while holding down the connection cable button.

1. Surround back right/Zone 2 right speaker

2. Surround back left/Zone 2 left speaker

3. Subwoofer

4. Center speaker

5. Front right speaker

6. Front left speaker

7. Surround right speaker

8. Surround left speaker

Push

Note:

For connections when you enjoy music and video in the remote room (Zone 2), see page 25.

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