Onkyo TX-DS787 Amp/receiver - $200ID: 41417Date: 2006-10-30 07:33:43 Other Ads. Lafayette / orinda / moraga.Text: I really don't think I ever used this unit, but it is not new in box. When I built my new house I accidently bought 2 amps, and I installed the other one before I remembered I had this one. It works great, and you can test it out before purchase. This is selling for well over $300 on ebay. I found this on the the amp:When a receiver is THX® Select Certified by Lucasfilm Ltd., you can count on superior performance. The DS787 definitely qualifies! Its digital processor includes specific enhancements (Timbre Matching™, Decorrelation™, Re-EQ™, etc.) which ensure accurate reproduction of the movie theater experience in the home. Also, the DS787's built-in amplifiers meets super-strict guidelines for sound purity and power output — no surprise here considering Onkyo's Wide Range Amplifier Technology and high-current, low-impedance amp design. In addition to Dolby® Digital, DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic™ decoding, the TX-DS787 features THX Surround EX; you get home theater's standard 5.1 channels plus an additional "back surround" channel. You can either use the receiver's built-in 6-channel power (100 watts x 6!) and add one back surround speaker for "6.1" sound, or connect a separate 2-channel amp and a pair of back surround speakers for "7.1" sound. As for flexibility, the list of features goes on and on: component video switching (2 inputs, 1 output); 4 assignable digital inputs plus an optical digital output; 5 S-video inputs; a 7.1-channel input and output; 26 DSP modes; an on-screen display for easier remote operation (requires TV with direct video input); no-compromise Onkyo construction; and a backlit LCD remote control with learning capability (it can learn the codes from your other remotes) and macro capability (it lets you program up to 16 operations for execution with the touch of a single button). Dual-room/dual-source stereo speaker outputs let you connect a pair of speakers and independently select (analog) music sources for playback in a remote location. Onkyo TX-DS787 Features -THX Select Certification: This unit has been built and tested to conform to the high standards of sound and build quality set by the THX Select Certification program. A "THX Cinema" mode can be activated to apply signal processing that ensures the sound you hear while watching movies is the exact sound as the movie director had intended it to be heard. All THX Select Certified receivers include Re-Equalization, Timbre Matching, Adaptive Decorrelation, Bass Management, Bass Peak Level Manager, and Loudspeaker Position Time Synchronization (delay). -THX Surround EX: THX Surround EX soundtracks have an additional surround channel signal matrix encoded into the standard surround channel signals of a Dolby Digital soundtrack. When a THX Surround EX soundtrack is decoded and played back through a 7.1 channel system, you can hear more detailed imaging behind you. Although THX decoding produces the best results with soundtracks that have been recorded with THX Surround processing, this feature can be used, with varying results, with any Dolby Digital or DTS 5.1 channel soundtrack. This unit provides amplification for six channels and allows you to use a single back surround speaker which is normally placed behind the two regular surround loudspeakers. Two surround back loudspeakers can also be used, but will require the use of an optional 2-channel power amplifier. -WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology): This technology uses low-negative-feedback circuit topology for accurate signal reproduction, improved dynamic signal-to-noise ratio, and better delivery of power peaks. -24-bit/96kHz Digital-to-Analog Decoding: This receiver is equipped to decode 24-bit/96kHz PCM digital signals for playback of high-resolution recordings. -Construction: The steel chassis has ribbed side panels and large non-resonant feet to resist vibrations. The front panel is aluminum to enhance overall chassis rigidity and long-term durability. -IntelliVolume: Allows you to individually set a volume correction of -12dB to +12dB for each source to prevent large jumps in volume when switching from one source to the other. -On Screen Display (OSD): An OSD can be displayed on your television for easy system setup. The OSD can be sent through the S-video or composite video monitor output but is not sent through the component video output of the receiver. The joystick/enter button on the remote makes display navigation and setting adjustment simple and convenient. -Component Video Input/Output: This unit has 2 component video inputs and one component video output (Y, PB, PR). -Zone 2 Powered Capability: This receiver includes connections for two sets of stereo speakers. Unlike receivers that have "A" and "B" speaker outputs that must play the same source whenever they are simultaneously active, one source may be played through the main speaker outputs while another source is played through the Zone 2 speaker outputs of this receiver. This feature allows you to connect a second set of speakers, place them in a separate room, and have one stereo source play in your main listening room, while another plays in remote location. The unit has binding post speaker outputs for Zone 2 left and right speakers. If desired, you can control the Zone 2 output from the second room by purchasing an optional IR control system and locating the remote sensor in the Zone 2 room. The volume setting of the Zone 2 speakers can be set independently of the volume setting for the main zone speakers. You may select different sources for the main and Zone 2 rooms (2 channel only). When a source is being played in Zone 2, the source selected for the main zone can only be played in the "Stereo" or "Direct" modes; a surround mode cannot be used in the main zone while the Zone 2 output is being used. Note that digital signals cannot be played in Zone 2, so the source selected as the Zone 2 source must be connected to the receiver with analog inputs. -Assignable Digital Inputs: Allows you to tell the unit which input source is connected to which digital input jack. You can also assign each input as "All" (which automatically detects Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM or Analog), "DTS" (which decodes only DTS) or PCM (which decodes only PCM). -Multi-Channel Input: The receiver is equipped with a 7.1 multi-channel input for compatibility with future 5.1 or 7.1 channel decoders. The input consists of left front, right front, center, left surround, right surround, surround back left, surround back right and subwoofer RCA inputs. -Listening Modes: Stereo: All input is sent to the left and right front speakers. Direct: For purest sound, all sound is sent to the front left and right speakers only and no sound is sent to the subwoofer. Mono Movie: Creates a surround sound effect from mono sources. The center channel delivers unprocessed sound, whereas the other channels deliver center channel sound processed with an appropriated amount of reverberation to recreate the atmosphere of a movie theater. Dolby Digital Surround: Standard Dolby Digital with up to 5.1 channels DTS: Standard DTS with up to 5.1 channels Pro Logic/3 Stereo (Dolby Pro Logic/3 stereo): Plays back Dolby Pro Logic formats with four channels. If no surround speakers are connected the surround sound is output from the front left and right speakers (3 stereo). THX Cinema: Conventional 5.1channel THX mode for use with Dolby Digital, DTS and Dolby Pro Logic sources. THX Surround EX: Allows you to extract an extra channel which is added in the mixing of some soundtracks using Dolby Digital Surround EX. This is the surround back channel which places sound behind the listener. Note that this mode will also work with some 5.1 channel material that is not specifically encoded for it, although how pleasing the result will be depends on the particular program. This unit has amplification for one back surround speaker, but will allow you to use left and right surround back speakers if you use an optional 2-channel amplifier. T-D (Theater-Dimensional): Simulates surround sound when only front left and right speakers are used. To receive the full effect in this mode there is an optimum listening position (sweet spot) where the listener must be. Enhanced 7: Produces a natural surround environment by using 7 speakers, with sound effects moving smoothly toward the surround back. This can be used for both music and TV sports programming. Orchestra: This mode is best suited for classical and opera music. The center channel is turned off and the surround channels are emphasized to widen the stereo image. This will simulate the natural reverberation created in a large concert hall. Unplugged: This mode is suitable for acoustic instrument sounds, vocals, and jazz music. By emphasizing the front stereo image, it simulates the acoustics encountered at stage front. Studio-Mix: This mode is for rock and pop music. Playing music in this mode will give you a lively soundfield with a powerful acoustic image that will make you feel like you are in a club. TV Logic: The TV Logic Mode offers the acoustics of a TV program being aired in the studio. It enhances the entire surround soundfield and clarity of conversation. All Ch Stereo: This mode can only be used with 2 channel sources and is designed for playing background music. The front, surround and surround back channels create a stereo image that encompasses the entire area. -Bass Management and Speaker Setup: Speaker size settings can be made to ensure that small speakers do not receive full-range signals and to tell the receiver where to send signals. Speaker distance settings are used by the receiver to calculate and set the delay times required for proper surround sound playback. Front Speakers: speaker size may be set to "Large" or "Small", and speaker distance may be set in the range of 1-foot (0.3 meter) to 30-feet (9 meters) in .5 foot (0.15 meter) increments. Center Speaker: speaker size may be set to "Large", "Small" or "None", and speaker distance may be set in the range of 1-foot (0.3 meter) to 30-feet (9 meters) in .5 foot (0.15 meter) increments. Surround Left and Right Speakers: These can individually be set to "Large" , "Small" or "None", and speaker distance may be set in the range of 1-foot (0.3 meter) to 30-feet (9 meters) in .5 foot (0.15 meter) increments. Large can not be selected if Small is selected for the front speakers. Surround Back: You can select None, Large or Small (Large can only be selected if Large is selected for the left and right surround speakers). You can select 1ch if using the internal amplification for a single back surround speaker or 2ch if you are using an optional 2 channel amplifier and two back surround loudspeakers. If you select 2ch you can individually set the distance range between 1-foot (0.3 meters) to 30 feet (9 meters) in .5 foot (0.15 meter) increments. If you select 1ch you can set the distance range between 1-foot (0.3 meters) to 30 feet (9 meters) in .5 foot (0.15 meter) increments for the single back surround speaker. Subwoofer: The subwoofer setting may be set to "Yes" or "No", and speaker distance may be set in the range of 1-foot (0.3 meter) to 30-feet (9 meters) in .5 foot (0.15 meter) increments. The bass peak level may be set to prevent distortion and possible damage to your subwoofer and a bass peak level limiter can be turned on. -Re-Equalization Circuitry: This circuitry provides a subtle high-frequency roll off for proper playback of soundtracks in the home. This feature provides the means to easily remove excess treble response from soundtracks that were originally equalized to sound best in a large theater. -Front Effect: Removes any DSP reverberation from the front three loudspeakers in recordings that have too much reverberation. -Effect Level: Allows you to adjust the strength of sound effects. You can select low, mid-low, middle, mid-high or high. -Room size: Allows you to set virtual hall size for each surround mode. You can select large, mid-large, middle, mid-small or small. -Reverb Level Adjustment: You can adjust the amount of reverberation applied to a signal to suit the playback material, room acoustics and personal preferences. The reverb level may be set from -5dB to +5dB in 1dB increments. -Listening Angle: Allows you to select the listening angle that is closest to your listening angle. -Front Expander: Spreads out the sound from the front speakers for the feeling of a wide sound space. This can be turned on or off. -Virtual Surr Level: Adjusts the virtual surround level from -3 to +3dB. -Dialog Enhance: Allows you to adjust the center speaker level to make dialogue easier to hear. -Source and Preset Naming: You may enter a name of up to 10 characters in length to each source and each radio preset. -Sleep function: From the remote, you can set the unit to automatically turn off after as much as 90 minutes or as little as 10 minutes; choices are presented in 10 minute increments. Remote Control Functions -Unified/Learning Remote with Joy Stick Button: The supplied wireless remote is a unified/learning remote. The remote is pre-programmed to operate Onkyo CD, DVD, MD, and cassette players. Also, the remote can learn up to a total of 408 commands from infrared remotes of other brands of equipment. The actual number commands the remote can learn may vary depending on the particular codes learned. A joystick button simplifies menu navigation and doubles as an "enter" button. -Illumination: There is a "LIGHT" button on the remote that turns green button back lighting on/off. When the "LIGHT" button is pressed to turn on the illumination, the buttons remain illuminated until 5 seconds after the last button is pressed. Pressing the "LIGHT" button while the buttons are illuminated will turn off the illumination. -Macros: Nine macros, consisting of as many as 16 button operations each, can be programmed into this remote. With the press of a single button, each macro will perform a series of up to 16 button operations in sequence. -Display Dimmer: Allows you to set the display illumination to normal, dark or very dark. Inputs and Outputs -Front panel: Headphone jack: Standard headphone jack Video 4 input: RCA stereo jacks, RCA composite video jack and S-video jack -Rear panel: FM Antenna input: threaded female F-connection AM Antenna inputs: spring clips Phono input: RCA stereo jacks CD input: RCA stereo jacks Tape input/output: RCA stereo jacks Video 1 input/output: RCA stereo jacks, RCA composite video jacks and S-video jacks Video 2 input/output: RCA stereo jacks, RCA composite video jacks and S-video jacks Video 3 input: RCA stereo jacks, RCA composite video jack and S-video jack DVD input: RCA stereo jacks, RCA composite video jack and S-video jack Component Video Input 1: RCA Y, PB and PR input Component Video Input 2: RCA Y, PB and PR input Component Video Output: RCA Y, PB and PR output Multi Channel Input: RCA inputs for left front, right front, center, left surround, right surround, surround back left, surround back right and subwoofer outputs from a multi-channel decoder Monitor output: RCA composite video jack and S-video jack Preamp Outputs: eight RCA jacks (front left, front right, center, left surround, right surround, surround back left, surround back right and subwoofer) Coaxial 1 Digital Input: coaxial digital (female RCA) input (this input may be assigned to the DVD, CD, Video 1, Video 2, Video 3 or Tape input) Coaxial 2 Digital Input: coaxial digital (female RCA) input (this input may be assigned to the DVD, CD, Video 1, Video 2, Video 3 or Tape input) Optical 1 Digital Input: one Toslink digital input with plastic protective plug (this input may be assigned to the DVD, CD, Video 1, Video 2, Video 3 or Tape input) Optical 2 Digital Input: one Toslink digital input with plastic protective plug (this input may be assigned to the DVD, CD, Video 1, Video 2, Video 3 or Tape input) Optical Digital Output: one Toslink optical digital output (this output is active only when a digital source is selected; when an analog source is selected, the digital output does not provide a useable signal) Speaker outputs: all speaker outputs are binding posts (not 5-way because there is a plastic collar that prevents the use of spade connectors). These consists of left and right posts for front left and right, center, left and right surround, surround back and left and right Zone 2 speakers. RI remote control jack: one 1/8" jack for compatible Onkyo components IR In Main input: 1/8" jack allows you to connect an optional IR sensor in case the unit is located somewhere where IR beams can not reach the front panel IR sensor. IR Zone 2: 1/8" jack allows you to connect an optional IR sensor to control the Zone 2 functions of this unit from a second location. 12V Trigger: 1/8" jack allows you to activate a connected device from each input source when using an optional component which accepts a 12V trigger input. AC outlets: Two switched AC outlets, maximum total 120W 1Amp Summary of Features THX Surround EX, Dolby Digital, DTS, and Dolby Pro Logic decoding THX Select certified component video switching: 2 in, 1 out optical digital output 100 watts x 6 channels into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.08% THD backlit learning remote with macros and 1-way LCD 26 DSP modes dual-room/dual-source stereo speaker output on-screen display 96kHz/24-bit digital-to-analog converters assignable digital inputs: 2 optical, 2 coaxial 3 audio and 5 A/V (including 5 S-video and 1 front-panel) inputs 7.1-channel preamp inputs and outputs 40 AM/FM presets 17-1/8"W x 6-7/8"H x 18-7/16"D  Location: Lafayette / orinda / moraga Phone: Name: N/A Section: URL:
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