Is there a way to select the 7.1 anaolg inputs for SACD using the controls on the front panel of the 990? I know the remote has s button to select 7.1 but cannot find access to these inputs WITHOUT the remote?

If I remember correct, 7.1 Direct isn't included in the rotation of input choices available at the front panel. I think that's one of the things that people have asked to have addressed in the firmware update that's under development.

gonk,
Thanks for the reply. It definitely is NOT in the rotation of Input choices - I do hope this is included. A serious oversight from my perspective.