Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings
This system configuration plays back 11-channels. You can create speaker systems such as a bi-amp connection by changing the “Amp Assign” settings.
Perform “Amp Assign” settings to suit the number of rooms and speaker configuration to be installed. link
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Playback speaker in MAIN ZONE |
“Amp Assign” settings |
Connection page |
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5.1-channel playback |
11.1ch (Default) |
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7.1-channel playback (surround back) |
11.1ch (Default) |
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9.1-channel playback |
11.1ch (Default) |
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11.1-channel playback |
11.1ch (Default) |
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9.1-channel playback (bi-amp connection of front speakers) |
9.1ch (Bi-Amp) |
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9.1-channel playback + front speakers of second unit |
9.1ch + Front B |
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Dolby Atmos playback |
Dolby Atmos |
Update (DTS:X)
You can enjoy regardless of the speaker configuration.
Upgrade (Auro-3D)
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Playback speaker in each zone |
“Amp Assign” settings |
Connection page |
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MAIN ZONE |
ZONE2 |
ZONE3 |
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Auro-3D |
Not used |
Not used |
Auro-3D |
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The sound mode that can be selected varies according to the speaker configuration. See “Relationship between sound modes and channel output” link for the sound modes that are supported.
The following pages provide basic connection examples.
Standard configuration and connection
Up to 11.2-channels can be connected by using either UNBALANCED RCA connectors or BALANCED XLR connectors.
When using UNBALANCED RCA connectors for connection, set the input change switch to “UNBALANCED” on MM8077.
When using BALANCED XLR connectors for connection, set the input change switch to “BALANCED” on MM8077.
This example explains how to make a connection when using UNBALANCED RCA connectors.
5.1-channel playback
This serves as a basic 5.1-channel surround system.
7.1-channel playback (surround back)
This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with surround back speakers.
When using a single surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L connector.
9.1-channel playback (front height)
This system, which is based on a 5.1-channel system, plays back up to 9.1-channels at the same time.
9.1-channel playback (front wide)
Advanced connections
11.1-channel playback
This system, which is based on a 5.1-channel system, plays back up to 11.1-channels at the same time.
You can connect speakers for up to 13-channels for MAIN ZONE. When you connect speakers for 12 or more channels, the output speakers automatically switch according to the input signal and sound mode.
9.1-channel playback (bi-amp connection of front speakers)
This system plays back 9.1-channels. You can use the bi-amp connection for front speakers. Bi-amp connection is a method to connect separate amplifiers to the tweeter terminal and woofer terminal of a speaker that supports bi-amplification. This connection enables back EMF (power returned without being output) from the woofer to flow into the tweeter without affecting the sound quality, producing a higher sound quality.
NOTE
When making bi-amp connections, be sure to remove the short-circuiting plate or wire between the speaker’s woofer and tweeter terminals.
9.1-channel playback + front speakers of second unit
This system enables switching playback between front speakers A and B as desired.
Dolby Atmos
This speaker configuration is optimized for Dolby Atmos playback.
11.1-channel system
This system configuration plays back 11.1-channels.
9.1-channel system
This system configuration plays back 9.1-channels.
When using front height and rear height speakers for Dolby Atmos playback, set “Assign Mode” to either “9.1ch” or “11.1ch”, and set “Height Speakers” to “4 Height Speakers”.
When using Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers for Dolby Atmos playback, set “Assign Mode” to either “9.1ch” or “11.1ch”, and set “Height Speakers” to “Using Dolby Speakers”.
Upgrade (Auro-3D)
Auro-3D
This speaker configuration is optimized for Auro-3D playback.
9.1/10.1-channel system
Top surround speaker is optional for Auro-3D.
For the best Auro-3D experience surround height speakers are recommended, however you may substitute rear height speakers from a Dolby Atmos speaker setup in place of surround height speakers.
When using the rear height speakers, set “Assign Mode” to “9.1ch” or “11.1ch”.
