ONKYO AVX-280 User Manual

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The illustration shows which speakers are activated in each channel. See “Sp Config (Speaker Configuration)” for the 
speaker setup (

In this mode, audio from the input source is output without surround-sound process-
ing. The “Sp Config” (presence of speakers), “Sp Distance” and “A/V Sync” settings 
are enabled, but much of the processing set via AUDIO is disabled. See “Advanced 
Setup” for more details (

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Sound is output by the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.

Use this mode when watching an old movie with a mono soundtrack, or use it with the 
foreign language soundtracks recorded in the left and right channels of some movies. 
It can also be used with DVDs or other sources containing multiplexed audio, such as 
karaoke DVDs.

This mode is for use with PCM multichannel sources.

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Dolby Pro Logic II expands any 2-channel source for 5.1-channel playback. It pro-
vides a very natural and seamless surround-sound experience that fully envelops the 
listener. As well as music and movies, video games can also benefit from the dramatic 
spatial effects and vivid imaging.
• Dolby PLII Movie

Use this mode with DVDs and videos that bear the Dolby Surround logo or TV shows 
that feature Dolby Surround. You can also use this mode with stereo movies or TV 
shows and the AV receiver will create a 5.1 surround mix from the 2-channel stereo.

Use this mode to add 5.1 surround to stereo sources such as music CDs and DVDs.

Use this mode when playing game discs.

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In this mode, audio from the input source is output without surround-sound process-
ing. “Sp Config” (presence of speakers), “Crossover”, “Sp Distance”, “A/V Sync” 
and much of the processing set via AUDIO are enabled. See “Advanced Setup” for 
more details (

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a b Front speakers

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