Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings
This unit has a built-in 7-channel power amplifier. In addition to the basic 5.1-channel system, a variety of speaker systems can be configured by changing the “Amp Assign”link settings to suit the application, such as 7.1-channel systems, bi-amp connections and 2-channel systems for multi-zone playback.
Perform “Amp Assign” settings to suit the number of rooms and speaker configuration to be installed. link
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Playback speaker and zone |
“Amp Assign” settings |
Connection page |
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MAIN ZONE |
ZONE2 |
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5.1-channel |
Not used |
Surround Back (Default) |
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7.1-channel (surround back) |
Not used |
Surround Back (Default) |
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7.1-channel (front height) |
Not used |
Front Height |
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5.1-channel (bi-amp connection for front speaker) |
Not used |
Bi-Amp |
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5.1-channel + front speaker of second unit |
Not used |
Front B |
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5.1-channel |
2-channel |
ZONE2 |
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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.
Standard configuration and connection
5.1-channel
This serves as a basic 5.1-channel surround system.
Sound modes such as Dolby Pro Logic 
are supported.
7.1-channel (surround back)
This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with surround back speakers.
Sound modes such as Dolby Pro Logic x are supported.
When using a single surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L terminal.
7.1-channel (front height)
This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with front height speakers.
Sound modes such as Dolby Pro Logic z are supported.
Applied configuration and connection
5.1-channel (bi-amp connection of front speaker)
This is a method of connecting separate amplifiers to the tweeter terminals and woofer terminals of bi-amp compatible speakers. 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.
5.1-channel + front speaker of second unit
This system enables switching playback between front speakers A and B as desired.
5.1-channel (MAIN ZONE) + 2-channel (ZONE2)
This connection method constructs a 5.1-channel speaker system in the MAIN ZONE and a 2-channel system in ZONE2.
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MAIN ZONE |
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ZONE2 |
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Connecting an external power amplifier
You can use this unit as a pre-amp by connecting an external power amplifier to the PRE OUT connectors. By adding a power amplifier to each channel, the realness of the sound can be further enhanced.
Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel (L) terminal.