ONKYO tx-nr545 Manuel D’Utilisation

Using the Listening Modes

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Mode suitable for playing sources recorded in DTS-HD 

Master Audio.

● This listening mode can be selected only if your Blu-ray 

Disc/DVD player is digitally connected to the unit or the 

player's output setting is bitstream.

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This mode expands any 2 ch source for 5.1 ch multichannel 

surround playback. It offers full-bandwidth on all channels, 

with great independence between the channels. There 

are two variants for this mode: one ideal for movies and 

another ideal for music.

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Neo:6 Cinema: Use this mode with any 2 ch movie.

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Neo:6 Music: Use this mode with any 2 ch music 

source.

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This mode is for use with DTS-ES Discrete sources and 

enables 6.1 ch or 7.1 ch playback using back channel. 

Completely discrete seven channels will improve spatial 

imaging and enable 360-degree sound localization 

producing a sound crossing between the surround 

channels.

● This listening mode can be selected only if your Blu-ray 

Disc/DVD player is digitally connected to the unit or the 

player's output setting is bitstream.

● Use on the DVD with DTS ES logo, particularly on the 

software containing DTS-ES Matrix soundtrack.

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This mode is for use with DTS-ES Matrix soundtrack and 

enables 6.1 ch or 7.1 ch playback using matrix-encoded 

back channel.

● This listening mode can be selected only if your Blu-ray 

Disc/DVD player is digitally connected to the unit or the 

player's output setting is bitstream.

● Use on the CD, DVD or LD with DTS ES logo, 

particularly on the software containing DTS-ES Matrix 

soundtrack.

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In this mode, all speakers output the same sound in mono, 

so the sound you hear is the same regardless of where you 

are within the listening room.

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In this mode, sound localization is distinct with emphasis 

on bass.

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In this mode, sound pressure is emphasized to heighten 

live feel.

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In this mode, the sound has a dramatic feel with a similar 

atmosphere to Orchestra mode.

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Suitable for audio source with much reverberation.

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Use this mode when watching an old movie with a mono 

soundtrack, or use it to separately reproduce soundtracks 

in two different languages recorded in the left and right 

channels of some movies. It is also suitable for DVDs or 

other sources containing multiplexed audio.

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Mode suitable for playing sources recorded in PCM 

multichannel.

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Suitable for classical or operatic music. This mode 

emphasizes the surround channels in order to widen the 

stereo image, and simulates the natural reverberation of a 

large hall.

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This mode reproduces the original sound accurately. Since 

the audio from the input source is output without surround 

sound processing and the display and video circuitry are 

turned off, possible noise sources are minimized for a 

realistic audio reproduction.

● This mode cannot be selected when Zone 2 is 

active. Activating Zone 2 when this mode is selected 

automatically switches to the Direct listening mode.

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In this mode, sound is output from the front left and right 

speakers and subwoofer.

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Suitable for rock or pop music, Listening to music in this 

mode creates a lively sound field with a powerful acoustic 

image, like being at a club or rock concert.

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In this mode, you can enjoy a virtual playback of 

multichannel surround sound even with only two or three 

speakers. This works by controlling how sounds reach the 

listener's left and right ears.

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Suitable for TV shows produced in a TV studio. This mode 

enhances the surround effects to the entire sound to give 

clarity to voices and create a realistic acoustic image.

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Suitable for acoustic instruments, vocals and jazz. This 

mode emphasizes the front stereo image, giving the 

impression of being right in front of the stage.