Model 976 7.1 Channel Preamp/Processor
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Connecting Video
Blu-ray Disc Player
In some rare cases, a user may wish to connect an
older video source that includes DVI output for vid-
eo alongside separate audio output. In those cases,
a DVI-to-HDMI cable may be used to connect the
DVI output to one of the HDMI inputs. Audio must
be connected separately; see the Analog and Digital
Audio Inputs section for that connection. Note that
the DVI source must support HDCP to allow the
Model 976 to accept the digital video signal.
HDMI
The Model 976 includes fi ve rear HDMI inputs
and one front HDMI input. Inputs HDMI1 through
HDMI4 may be used with UHD 4K video sources
such as UHD Blu-ray Disc players, streaming media
players, and cable/satellite receivers that support
4K video and HDR (high dynamic range) video
output. Inputs, HDMI5 and HDMI6 (front input)
support up to 1080p HD video.
Connect the HDMI output of the source device
to one of the HDMI inputs on the model 976. This
is the only connection you need to make from
the source device to the Model 976. Note which
HDMI input you connected on your system chart,
because you will have to confi gure the input later
through the on-screen menu. For UHD 4K sources,
verify that the HDMI cables are rated for 4K HDR
video.
The last 15 years have seen a radical shift in how
video signals pass between devices in a home
theater. The Model 976 refl ects this change. Be-
fore making connections to any video devices, it
will help to understand how the Model 975 routes
the video portion of the signal through its video
section.
For UHD signals, the Model 976 will pass HDR and
Dolby Vision signals.
All HDMI inputs can be assigned to the CBL/
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SAT, DISC, GAME, MEDIA, SERVER, and AUX
inputs.
The audio selections are fi xed for the
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BLUETOOTH (BT) and TUNER (TNR) inputs
to the bluetooth and tuner respectively. For
video, you may select HDMI IN 1-6.
The video selection for TV is fi xed to NONE.
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For audio, you may select coax, optical,
HDMI ARC, analog stereo, and 7.1 analog
inputs.
HDMI Jacks
The Model 976 has fi ve rear HDMI input jacks and one
front HDMI input jack for connecting to the video and
audio outputs of your video devices. Note that inputs
HDMI1 through HDMI4 support 4K UHD video and HDR/
Dolby Vision.
HDMI Output Jacks - 4K UHD
For sources with HDMI output that off er HD resolution
or 4K UHD resolution, connect to any of the fi rst four
HDMI inputs on the rear panel of the Model 976
HDMI Output Jacks
For sources with HDMI output that off er HD resolu-
tion only, you may use any of the six HDMI input jacks,
including HDMI IN 6 on the front panel near the volume
control.
