Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo DR-815
DVD receiver. Read this manual carefully before
using your new DVD receiver. A good understanding of its features and operation will allow
you to achieve optimum performance and enjoyment.
Playing a Disc.......................... 29
Listening to the Radio ........... 42
Enjoying Surround Sound....... 52
Adjusting Sound ..................... 56
Setting Clock and Timer ......... 58
Detailed Settings and
Informations (DVD) .................67
Keep this manual for future reference.
Miscellaneous .........................76
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WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12.
Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
S3125A
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
AVIS
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS
OUVRIR
15. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
A. When the power-supply cord or plug is dam-
aged,
B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the apparatus,
C. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
water,
D. If the apparatus does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the apparatus to its normal operation,
E. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in
any way, and
F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in
performance this indicates a need for service.
16. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the apparatus
through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a
fire or electric shock.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
Don’t put candles or other burning objects on top of
this unit.
17. Batteries
Always consider the environmental issues and follow local regulations when disposing of batteries.
18. If you install the apparatus in a built-in installation,
such as a bookcase or rack, ensure that there is adequate ventilation.
Leave 20 cm (8") of free space at the top and sides
and 10 cm (4") at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf
or board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm (4")
away from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-like
gap for warm air to escape.
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Precautions
1. Recording Copyright —Unless it’s for personal use
only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder.
2. AC Fuse —The AC fuse inside the unit is not user-
serviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact
your Onkyo dealer.
3. Care —Occasionally you should dust the unit all
over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft
cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards
with a clean cloth. Don’t use abrasive cloths, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because
they may damage the finish or remove the panel lettering.
4. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE
FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
AC outlet voltages vary from country to country.
Make sure that the voltage in your area meets the
voltage requirements printed on the unit’s rear panel
(e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz).
The power cord plug is used to disconnect this unit
from the AC power source. Make sure that the plug
is readily operable (easily accessible) at all times.
Pressing the [STANDBY/ON] button to select
Standby mode does not fully shutdown the unit. If
you do not intend to use the unit for an extended
period, remove the power cord from the AC outlet.
5. Never Touch this Unit with Wet Hands— Never
handle this unit or its power cord while your hands
are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid gets
inside this unit, have it checked by your Onkyo
dealer.
6. Handling Notes
• If you need to transport this unit, use the original
packaging to pack it how it was when you originally bought it.
• Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit
for a long time, because they may leave marks on
the case.
• This unit’s top and rear panels may get warm
after prolonged use. This is normal.
• If you do not use this unit for a long time, it may
not work properly the next time you turn it on, so
be sure to use it occasionally.
• When you’ve finished using this unit, remove all
discs and turn off the power.
7. Installing this Unit
• Install this unit in a well-ventilated location.
• Ensure that there’s adequate ventilation all
around this unit, especially if it’s installed in an
audio rack. If the ventilation is inadequate, the
unit may overheat, leading to malfunction.
• Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or heat
sources, because its internal temperature may
rise, shortening the life of the optical pickup.
• Avoid damp and dusty places, and places subject
to vibrations from loudspeakers. Never put the
unit on top of, or directly above a loudspeaker.
• Install this unit horizontally. Never use it on its
side or on a sloping surface, because it may cause
a malfunction.
• If you install this unit near a TV, radio, or VCR,
the picture and sound quality may be affected. If
this occurs, move this unit away from the TV,
radio, or VCR.
8. To Obtain a Clear Picture —This unit is a high-
tech, precision device. If the lens on the optical
pickup, or the disc drive mechanism becomes dirty
or worn, the picture quality may be affected. To
maintain the best picture quality, we recommend
regular inspection and maintenance (cleaning or
worn part replacement) every 1,000 hours of use
depending on the operating environment. Contact
your Onkyo dealer for details.
9. Moisture Condensation
Moisture condensation may damage this unit.
Read the following carefully:
Moisture may condense on the lens of the optical
pickup, one of the most important parts inside this
unit.
• Moisture condensation can occur in the following
situations:
– The unit is moved from a cold place to a warm
place.
– A heater is turned on, or cold air from an air
conditioner is hitting the unit.
– In the summer, when this unit is moved from
an air conditioned room to a hot and humid
place.
– The unit is used in a humid place.
• Do not use this unit when there’s the possibility
of moisture condensation occurring. Doing so
may damage your discs and certain parts inside
this unit.
If condensation does occur, remove all discs and
leave this unit turned on for two to three hours. By
this time, the unit will have warmed up and any condensation will have evaporated.
10. Region Numbers —The DVD standard uses region
numbers to control how discs can be played around
the world, the world being divided into six regions.
This unit will only play DVD discs that match its
region number, which can be found on its rear panel
ALL
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Precautions —Continued
11. About this Manual —This manual explains how to
use all of this unit’s functions. Although the DVD
standard offers many special features, not all discs
use them all, so depending on the disc being played,
this unit may not respond to certain functions. See
the disc’s sleeve notes for supported features.
For British models
Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power
supply cord of this unit should be performed only by
qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or
coloured red.
IMPORTANT
The plug is fitted with an appropriate fuse. If the fuse
needs to be replaced, the replacement fuse must
approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 and have the
same ampere rating as that indicated on the plug. Check
for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the
fuse.
If the power cord’s plug is not suitable for your socket
outlets, cut it off and fit a suitable plug. Fit a suitable
fuse in the plug.
This unit contains a semiconductor laser system and is
classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT”. So, to
use this model properly, read this Instruction Manual
carefully. In case of any trouble, please contact the store
where you purchased the unit.
To prevent being exposed to the laser beam, do not try to
open the enclosure.
CAUTION:
CLASS 1M VISIBLE AND INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY
WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.
The label on the right is
applied on the rear panel.
1. This unit is a CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT and employs a laser
inside the cabinet.
2. To prevent the laser from being exposed, do not remove the
cover. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
For European Models
Declaration of Conformity
We,
ONKYO EUROPE
ELECTRONICS GmbH
LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6,
82194 GROEBENZELL,
GERMANY
declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product
described in this instruction manual is in compliance with the
corresponding technical standards such as EN60065,
EN55013, EN55020 and EN61000-3-2, -3-3.
GROEBENZELL, GERMANY
K. MIYAGI
ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH
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Features
Receiver
• Built-in Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital and DTS
• On board Theater Dimensional Circuit
• Deep bass adjustable S. Bass feature
• Subwoofer or power amplifier connectable PRE-OUT
terminals allowing 5.1ch playback with add on speakers
• WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) exploit-
ing the broadband potential of next generation media
• VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) on the front
left and right channels
• Up to 30 stations memory storable tuner with FM
auto preset feature
• Program timer capable of multi settings for both playback and recording
DVD
• Dolby
• DVD-Video / Video CD / Audio CD playback
• CD-R, CD-RW (Video CD, audio CD, MP3/WMA
• DVD-Audio and SACD compatible
• DVD-R (DVD-Video)
• DVD-RW (DVD-Video, VR format)
*1
JPEG)
Digital and DTS
*2
*3
Supplied Accessories
Make sure you have the following accessories:
RC-640S
Remote controller & two batteries (AA/R6)
AM loop antenna x 1
/
Indoor FM antenna x 1
Others
• Full-function remote controller
*1. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
*2. “DTS”, “DTS 96/24” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of
DTS, Inc.
*3. Windows Media, and the Win-
dows logo are trademarks, or
registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
4. Theater-Dimensional is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.
Video cable x 1
* In catalogs and on packaging, the letter at the end of the product
name indicates the color. Specifications and operations are the same
regardless of color.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Important Safety Instructions...............................2
Super Audio CD (single layer, dual layer,
hybrid)
DVD-Video
DVD-Video,
VR format
Including PBC
PCM and DTS
Video CD, audio CD,
MP3, WMA, JPEG
Video CD, audio CD,
MP3, WMA, JPEG
• Some audio CDs feature copy protection that doesn’t
conform to the official CD standard. Since these are
nonstandard discs, they may not play properly in the
DVD receiver.
• The DVD receiver supports CD-R and CD-RW discs
recorded in Video CD format, audio CD format, or
ISO 9660 Level 1 or 2 format with MP3, WMA, and
JPEG files. It also supports DVD-R and DVD-RW
discs recorded in DVD-Video format. However, some
CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, and DVD-RW discs may not
work properly for any of the following reasons:
incomplete disc finalization, disc burner characteristics, disc characteristics, the disc is damaged or dirty.
See the manual supplied with your disc burner for
more information. Condensation or dirt on the optical
pickup lens can also affect playback.
• The DVD receiver supports 8 cm and 12 cm discs.
• The DVD receiver does not support disc types not
listed. If you load any disc for playback other than
listed above, the DVD receiver may cause noise or
may not operate properly.
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• Don’t use discs with an unusual shape, such as those
shown below, because you may damage the DVD
receiver.
• Don’t use discs that have residue from adhesive tape,
rental discs with peeling labels, or discs with custommade labels or stickers. Doing so may damage the
DVD receiver and you may not be able to remove the
disc properly.
Discs Made on Personal Computers
Discs made on personal computers, including those of a
compatible format, may not work properly in the DVD
receiver because of incorrect settings in the disc burning
software. Check the manuals supplied with your disc
burning software for additional compatibility information.
CD-R/RW compatibility
• Compatible formats: CD-Audio, Video CD, ISO 9660
CD-ROM* containing MP3, WMA or JPEG files
* ISO 9660 Level 1 or 2 compliant. CD physical format:
Mode1, Mode2 XA Form1. Romeo and Joliet file systems
are both compatible with this player.
• Multi-session playback: No
• Unfinalized disc playback: No
DVD-R/RW compatibility
• Compatible formats: DVD-Video, Video Recording
(VR)*
* Edit points may not play exactly as edited; screen may go
momentarily blank at edited points.
• Unfinalized playback: No
• WMA/MP3/JPEG file playback on DVD-R/RW: No
Compressed audio compatibility
• Compatible formats: MPEG-1 Audio Layer 3 (MP3),
Windows Media Audio (WMA)
• Sampling rates: 32, 44.1 or 48kHz
• Bit-rates: Any (128Kbps or higher recommended)
• VBR (variable bit rate) MP3 playback: No
• VBR WMA playback: No
• WMA lossless encoding compatible: No
• DRM (Digital Rights Management) compatible: Yes
(DRM-protected audio files will not play in this
player.)
• File extensions: .mp3, .wma (these must be used for
the player to recognize MP3 and WMA files – do not
use for other file types)
• File structure: Up to 299 folders; up to 648 folders and
files combined
Disc Notes —Continued
About WMA
WMA is an acronym for Windows Media Audio and
refers to an audio compression technology developed by
Microsoft Corporation. WMA content can be encoded
by using Windows Media
dows Media
Media
®
Player for Windows
®
Player 9 Series.
®
Player version 7, 7.1, Win-
®
XP, or Windows
JPEG file compatibility
• Compatible formats: Baseline JPEG and EXIF 2.2*
still image files up to a resolution of 3072 x 2048.
* File format used by digital still cameras
• Progressive JPEG compatible: No
• File extensions: .jpg (must be used for the player to recognize JPEG files – do not use for other file types)
• File structure: Up to 299 folders; up to 648 folders and
files combined
Copyright
It is forbidden by law to copy, broadcast, show, broadcast
on cable, play in public, or rent copyrighted material
without permission.
DVD-Video discs are copy-protected, and any recordings made from these discs will be distorted.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited consumer uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is
prohibited.
Handling Discs
• Never touch the underside of a disc. Always hold discs
by the edge, as shown.
Underside
• Never attach adhesive tape or sticky labels to discs.
Cleaning Discs
• For best results, keep your discs clean. Fingerprints
and dust can affect the sound and picture quality and
should be removed as follows. Using a clean soft
cloth, wipe from the center outwards, as shown. Never
wipe in a circular direction.
✔
• To remove stubborn dust or dirt, wipe the disc with a
damp soft cloth, and then dry it with a dry cloth.
• Never use solvent-based cleaning fluids, such as thinner or benzine, commercially available cleaners, or
antistatic sprays intended for vinyl records, because
they may damage the disc.
Storing Discs
• Don’t store discs in places subject to direct sunlight,
or near heat sources.
• Don’t store discs in places subject to moisture or dust,
such as in a bathroom or near a humidifier.
• Always store discs in their cases and vertically. Stacking, or putting objects on unprotected discs may cause
warping, scratches, or other damage.
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Remote Controller
Installing the Batteries
To open the battery compartment, press
1
the small hollow and slide off the cover.
Insert the two supplied batteries (AA/R6)
2
in accordance with the polarity diagram
inside the battery compartment.
Put the cover onto the remote controller
3
and slide it shut.
Notes:
• If the remote controller doesn’t work reliably, try
replacing the batteries.
• Don’t mix new and old batteries or different types of
batteries.
• If you intend not to use the remote controller for a long
time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from
leakage or corrosion.
• Expired batteries should be removed as soon as possible to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion.
Using the Remote Controller
To use the remote controller, point it at the DVD
receiver’s remote control sensor, as shown below.
Remote control sensor
Approx. 5 m
(16 ft.)
DVD receiver
Notes:
• The remote controller may not work reliably if the
DVD receiver is subjected to bright light, such as
direct sunlight or inverter-type fluorescent lights.
Keep this in mind when installing.
• If another remote controller of the same type is used
in the same room, or the DVD receiver is installed
close to equipment that uses infrared rays, the remote
controller may not work reliably.
• Don’t put anything, such as a book, on the remote controller, because the buttons may be pressed inadvertently, thereby draining the batteries.
• The remote controller may not work reliably if the
DVD receiver is installed in a rack behind colored
glass doors. Keep this in mind when installing.
• The remote controller will not work if there’s an
obstacle between it and the DVD receiver’s remote
control sensor.
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Part Names and Functions
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Front Panel
13
4
The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item.
A
Remote control sensor (10)
Receives signals from the remote controller.
B
INPUT/CURSOR buttons (27, 28, 44, 46, 78)
Enable you to select an input source. These buttons
also move the cursor when you input characters.
C
VOLUME control (26)
Adjusts the volume level.
D
STANDBY indicator (25)
Lights up in Standby mode.
STANDBY/ON button (31, 60, 65)
E
Press this button to turn on the power to the unit or
place the unit in Standby mode.
PHONES jack (27)
F
Connect a headphone mini plug here.
DVD disc tray (31)
G
Place a DVD in the disc tray.
H
LISTENING MODE button (55)
Use this button to select the listening modes.
I
S.BASS button (56)
Use this button to adjust the low end bass range.
J
/ buttons (32)
Fast-forward or reverse the track being played.
These buttons also move the cursor when you input
characters.
K
DISPLAY button (41, 47, 50)
Each time you press this button, the information on
the display changes. This button also enables you to
select the input character type.
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Display
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L
TIMER button (59, 62, 63, 66)
Press this button to enable the timer function or set
current time.
M
MULTI JOG dial (28, 32, 33, 44, 46)
Turn the dial to select a programmed station, playback track or groups. It also assists you to choose an
edit type, and to select characters when you enter
characters. Press it to confirm the current setting.
N
YES/MODE button (42, 45, 50)
Press this button to confirm the displayed settings
for playback and other editing operations.
O
EDIT/NO/CLEAR button (28, 44-45, 48-50)
Enables you to adjust settings for playback and
select editing operations. It also cancels the displayed setting.
P
DVD button (32)
Starts DVD playback. When you press this button
during playback, the unit enters Pause mode.
Q
DVD button (32)
Stops DVD playback.
R
DVD button (31)
Ejects a loaded DVD.
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Part Names and Functions —Continued
Display
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DIGITAL
MUTING
S.BASS
AUTO
TIMER
GROUP TITLE CHP TRACK DISC TOTAL REMAIN
1 2
3 4
SLEEP
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A
S.BASS indicator
This indicator lights up when the super bass is
selected.
B
MUTING indicator
This indicator flashes while the DVD receiver is
muted.
C
Tuning indicators
AUTO: This indicator lights up when the Auto Tun-
ing mode is selected, and disappears when the Manual Tuning mode is selected.
This indicator lights up when the DVD
receiver is tuned into a radio station.
FM ST: This indicator lights up when the DVD
receiver is tuned to a stereo FM station.
RDS: This indicator lights up when the DVD
receiver is tuned to a radio station that supports
RDS (Radio Data System).
Listening mode & format indicators
D
These indicators show the currently selected listening mode and the format of the playing disc.
Playback mode indicators
E
MEM: Lights up when memory playback is
selected.
RDM: Lights up when random playback is selected.
NORMAL: Lights up when normal playback is
selected.
REPEAT: Lights up when repeat playback is
selected for all the tracks.
REPEAT 1: Lights up when repeat playback is
selected for a track.
F
Disc type indicators
These indicators show the type of disc loaded.
G
DVD operation indicators
These indicators show the status of DVD playback.
H
Camera angle indicator
This indicator appears if the DVD-Video disc being
played features multiple camera angles.
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FM ST RDS
MEM RDMTRACK NAMENORMAL REPEAT 1
I
SLEEP indicator
This indicator lights up when the Sleep function has
been set.
J
TIMER indicators
These indicators show the status of the timers.
Numbers 1-4: Lights up when a timer has been set.
GROUP indicators
K
This indicator lights up when the Group number is
displayed.
TITLE indicator
L
During playback, the number of the current title is
displayed.
Message area
M
Various information is displayed here, including
preset number, tuning frequency, time, volume
level, sleep time, mode settings, and so on.
CHP indicator
N
This indicator appears while the number of the current chapter is being displayed.
TRACK indicators
O
This indicator lights up when the track number is
displayed.
DVD information indicators
P
The item lights up, which corresponds to the information in the message area.
:
Lights up when timed recording has been set.
:
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Rear Panel
Part Names and Functions —Continued
1BD
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The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item.
A
TAPE/HDD IN/OUT (21)
This analog audio input and output are for connecting a recorder with an analog audio input and output
(cassette, Mini Disc, etc.). If you want to connect
Onkyo RI Dock, connect the RI Dock output with
the TAPE/HDD IN terminal.
LINE/TV IN (22)
B
These terminals are for connecting audio output of
external devices such as TV, DVD or turntable with
a built-in phono equalizer.
FM ANTENNA (16, 17)
C
This jack is for connecting an FM antenna.
AM ANTENNA (16,17)
D
These push terminals are for connecting an AM
antenna.
FRONT SPEAKERS (18)
E
These terminals are for connecting speakers.
F
AV CONNECTOR (20)
This SCART output can be connected to a TV or
projector with a SCART input. This SCART connector outputs composite video, S Video, and RGB
video.
VIDEO OUT VIDEO (20)
G
This RCA connector can be used to connect a TV or
projector with a composite video input.
VIDEO OUT S VIDEO OUT (20)
H
This connector can be used to connect a TV or projector with an S Video input.
J
3
K
I
J
K
See pages 16-23 for connection information.
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PRE OUT (22, 23)
These terminals are for connecting a power amplifier.
SUBWOOFER CONTROL
This terminal is provided for future use with Onkyo
subwoofer equipped with SUBWOOFER CONTROL terminals.
No product is available as of July 2006.
REMOTE CONTROL (21)
This (Remote Interactive) jack can be connected to an jack on another Onkyo AV compo-
nent. The DVD receiver’s remote controller can
then be used to control that component. To use ,
you must make an analog audio connection (RCA)
between the DVD receiver and the other AV component.
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Part Names and Functions —Continued
Remote Controller
This section describes the role of the individual buttons
you use to control the amplifier and the tuner.
M
A
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
J
K
L
The page numbers in parentheses show where you can
find the main explanation for each item.
INPUT buttons (27, 42, 44, 46, 78)
A
Each time you press these buttons, the input source
switches.
PRESET / buttons (46)
B
These buttons select programmed stations.
TUNING / buttons (42)
C
These buttons tune in a broadcast station or move
the cursor when you input characters.
MODE button (42)
D
This button is used to select the Auto or Manual tuning mode.
Number buttons (46, 51)
E
Used to name a preset station.
LATE NIGHT button (56)
F
Switches the dynamic range for playback at minimum volume.
CH SEL button (56)
G
Selects the speakers.
H
TEST TONE button (53)
Outputs the test tone.
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
I
DIMMER button (27)
Adjusts the display brightness.
normaldimdimmer
J
TIMER button (59, 63, 66)
Press this button to enable the timer function or set
current time.
K
RCV SETUP button (52, 57)
Press this button to configure settings for the DVD
receiver.
L
// //ENTER buttons (52, 53)
These buttons are used to select and adjust settings.
CLOCK button (60)
M
Press this button to display the current time.
N
SLEEP button (62)
Used to program the Sleep timer, which turns off
the power to the unit at a specified time.
O
STANDBY/ON button (26, 65)
Switches between power standby and on.
P
NAME button (51)
Used to input characters when you give a name to
each FM/AM preset channel.
Q
DISPLAY button (47, 51, 53, 60)
Each time you press this button, the information on
the display changes. It also selects the character
input type.
R
ENTER button (51)
Press this button to confirm the current setting.
S
CLEAR button (50)
Cancels the settings, and erases a character.
T
STEREO/T-D button (55)
Switches over between Stereo Sound and Theater
Dimensional Surround.
U
ALL CH STEREO button (55)
This button is used to select the All Ch Stereo listening mode. It is operable when center/surround
speakers are connected.
V
LISTENING MODE button (55)
Selects the listening mode.
W
S.BASS button (56)
Adjusts the low end bass range.
VOLUME +/– buttons (26)
X
Adjust the volume level.
MUTING button (27)
Y
Lowers the volume level temporarily.
Z
RETURN button (52, 53)
This button is used to return to the previously
selected menu.
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Remote Controller
This section describes the role of the individual buttons
you use to control DVD and CD.
1
2
3
O
P
4
5
6
7
Q
R
S
8
9
J
K
T
L
M
U
N
The page numbers in parentheses show where you can
find the main explanation for each item.
MODE button (38, 39, 40)
A
Switches the play mode while DVD is loaded.
MEMORY button (38)
B
This button is used with the memory playback function, which allows you to create a custom playlist of
titles, chapters, or tracks.
RANDOM button (39)
C
This button is used with the random playback function.
REPEAT button (40)
D
Repeats playback or RI Dock playback.
Pause button (32, 34, 41)
E
This button is used to pause playback.
F
Previous/Next / buttons (32, 33, 41)
The Previous button is used to select the previous
chapter or track. During playback it selects the
beginning of the current chapter or track.
The Next button is used to select the next chapter or
track.
Part Names and Functions —Continued
G
/ buttons (32, 33, 34)
Fast-forward or reverse being played.
H
AUDIO button (35)
This button is used to select foreign language
soundtracks and audio formats (e.g., Dolby Digital
or DTS) on DVD-Video discs.
For Video CDs you can select left-channel, rightchannel, or stereo.
ANGLE button (35)
I
This button is used to select camera angles on
DVD-Video discs.
SUBTITLE button (35)
J
This button is used to select subtitles on
DVD-Video discs.
TOP MENU button (32)
K
This button is used to display the top menu on a
DVD-Video disc.
ENTER button (29, 32, 68, 71, 72)
L
This button is used to start playback of the selected
title, chapter, or track, and to confirm settings.
RETURN button (29, 32, 33)
M
This button is used to return to the main menu without saving your changes.
Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[] buttons (29, 32, 41,
N
68, 74)
These buttons are used to select items on the
onscreen setup menus.
DISPLAY button (41)
O
Each time you press this button, the information on
the display changes.
P
Number buttons and CLEAR button (32, 38,
71, 72)
You can select a track or sort tracks for Memory
playback by using the number buttons. You can cancel the setting by pressing the CLEAR.
Stop button (32)
Q
This button is used to stop playback.
Play button (31-34)
R
This button is used to start playback.
S
ZOOM button (35, 41)
This button is used with the Zoom function.
T
MENU button (32, 41)
This button is used to display the menu on a
DVD-Video disc or to open the Disc Navigator
when using a Video CD, audio CD, WMA/MP3/
JPEG disc, or VR format DVD-RW disc.
DVD SETUP button (29, 36, 37, 67, 68)
U
This button is used to access the DVD player’s
onscreen setup menus.
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Connecting Antenna
This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor
FM antenna and AM loop antenna, and how to connect
commercially available outdoor FM and AM antennas.
The DVD receiver won’t pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the
antenna to use the tuner.
AM antenna push terminals
FM antenna
connector
Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna
The supplied indoor FM antenna is for indoor use only.
Attach the FM antenna, as shown.
1
Insert the plug fully
into the jack.
Once your DVD receiver is ready for use, you’ll
need to tune into an FM radio station and adjust
the position of the FM antenna to achieve the best
possible reception.
Connecting the AM Loop Antenna
The supplied indoor AM loop antenna is for indoor use
only.
Assemble the AM loop antenna, inserting
1
the tabs into the base, as shown.
Connect both wires of the AM loop
2
antenna to the AM push terminals, as
shown.
(The antenna’s wires are not polarity sensitive, so
they can be connected either way around.)
Make sure that the wires are attached securely and
that the push terminals are gripping the bare
wires, not the insulation.
Push Insert wireRelease
Use thumbtacks or something similar to
2
fix the FM antenna into position.
Thumbtacks, etc.
Caution: Be careful that you don’t injure yourself
when using thumbtacks.
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead (see page 17).
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Once your DVD receiver is ready for use, you’ll
need to tune into an AM radio station and adjust
the position of the AM antenna to achieve the best
possible reception.
Keep the antenna as far away as possible from
your DVD receiver, TV, speaker cables, and
power cords.
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor AM loop antenna, try using it with a commercially available outdoor AM antenna (see page 17).
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Connecting Antenna —Continued
Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead.
Notes:
• Outdoor FM antennas work best outside, but usable
results can sometimes be obtained when installed in
an attic or loft.
• For best results, install the outdoor FM antenna well
away from tall buildings, preferably with a clear line
of sight to your local FM transmitter.
• Outdoor antenna should be located away from possible noise sources, such as neon signs, busy roads, etc.
• For safety reasons, outdoor antenna should be situated
well away from power lines and other high-voltage
equipment.
• Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance
with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards.
Using a TV/FM Antenna Splitter
It’s best not to use the same antenna for both FM and TV
reception, as this can cause interference problems. If circumstances demand it, use a TV/FM antenna splitter, as
shown.
Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna
If good reception cannot be achieved using the supplied
AM loop antenna, an outdoor AM antenna can be used
in addition to the loop antenna, as shown.
Outdoor antenna
Insulated antenna cable
AM loop antenna
Outdoor AM antennas work best when installed outside
horizontally, but good results can sometimes be obtained
indoors by mounting horizontally above a window. Note
that the AM loop antenna should be left connected.
Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance with
local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards.
TV/FM antenna splitter
To DVD receiverTo TV (or VCR)
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Connecting Speakers
4
Connecting Speakers
• Connect the right speaker to the DVD receiver’s right
(R) SPEAKERS terminals. Connect the left speaker to
the DVD receiver’s left (L) SPEAKERS terminal.
• Connect the positive (+) terminal on each speaker to
the corresponding positive (+) terminal on the DVD
receiver. Connect the negative (–) terminal on each
speaker to the corresponding negative (–) terminal on
the DVD receiver. Use the red wires to connect the
positive (+) terminal.
Strip 3/8" (10 mm) of insu-
1
lation from the ends of the
speaker cables, and twist the
bare wires tightly, as shown.
While pressing the lever, insert
2
the wire into the hole, and then
release the lever.
Make sure that the terminals are
gripping the bare wires, not the
insulation.
The following illustration shows which speaker should
be connected to each pair of terminals.
3/8" (10 mm)
Speaker Connection Precautions
Read the following before connecting your speakers:
• You can connect speakers with an impedance of
ohms or higher . If you use speakers with a lower
impedance, and use the amplifier at high volume levels for a long period of time, the built-in protection
circuit may be activated.
• Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before
making any connections.
• Read the instructions supplied with your speakers.
• Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other
words, connect positive (+) terminals to only positive
(+) terminals, and negative (–) terminals to only negative (–) terminals. If you get them the wrong way
around, the sound will be out of phase and will sound
unnatural.
• Unnecessarily long, or very thin speaker cables may
affect the sound quality and should be avoided.
• Be careful not to short the
positive and negative wires.
Doing so may damage the AV
receiver.
• Don’t connect more than one
cable to each speaker terminal. Doing so may damage
the AV receiver.
• Don’t connect one speaker to several terminals.
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Front right
speaker
Front left
speaker
AV Cables and Connectors
Before Making Any Connections
• Read the manuals supplied with your AV components.
• Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed
all audio and video connections.
•Do not place objects on the unit as they may interfere with proper ventilation.
RCA AV Connection Color Coding
RCA AV connections are usually color coded: red,
white, and yellow. Use red plugs to connect right-channel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled “R”). Use
white plugs to connect left-channel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled “L”). And use yellow plugs to
connect composite video inputs and outputs.
AV Cables & Connectors
Right (red)
Left (white)
(Yellow)
• Push each plug in all the way to
make a good connection (loose
connections can cause noise or
malfunctions).
• To prevent interference, keep
audio and video cables away from
power cords and speaker cables.
Analog audio
Composite video (Supplied)
Right (red)
Left (white)
(Yellow)
Right!
Wrong!
Video
S Video
Composite
video
Scart
Audio
Analog
S Video provides better picture quality than composite video.
Composite video can be found on virtually all TVs,
VCRs, and video equipment.
SCART connections carry video (composite, S
Video, RGB) all in one cable.
RCA analog audio connectors can be found on virtually all AV components.
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Connecting Your TV
Connect the DVD receiver to the TV directly. If you connect the DVD receiver to a VCR, TV/VCR combination,
or video selector, the playback picture may be distorted
as DVD videos are copy protected.
Using Video
Use the supplied video cable (RCA) and connect the
VIDEO OUT to the VIDEO input on your TV.
Video cable
(Supplied)
TV
Using S Video
If your TV (or other equipment) has an S Video input,
you can use this instead of the standard (composite) output for a better quality picture.
• Use an S Video cable (not supplied) to connect the S
VIDEO OUTPUT to an S Video input on your TV (or
monitor or AV receiver).
Line up the small triangle above the jack with the same
mark on the plug before plugging in.
Using SCART
If your TV has a SCART-type AV input, you can use a
SCART cable to connect the DVD receiver to your TV.
• Use a SCART cable (not supplied) to connect the
AVCONNECTOR to an AV input on your TV.
TVSCART
This connector can output composite video, S-Video, or
RGB video. The default setting is composite, which
should work with all TVs. Consult the manual that came
with your TV to see if you can use one of the higher
quality settings. See page 68 for how to change the video
output.
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S-Video cable
(Not supplied)
TV
Connecting External Devices
Connect the white plugs of the audio cables to the L jacks and connect the red plugs of the audio cables to the R jacks.
Tip: The source names appearing in the display can be customized for the connected component (see page 28).
Connecting an Onkyo Stereo Cassette Tape Deck
The following diagram illustrates how to connect an optional Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck.
Connect the DVD receiver’s TAPE/HDD OUT jacks to the tape deck’s INPUT (REC) jacks, and the DVD receiver’s
TAPE/HDD IN jacks to the tape deck’s OUTPUT (PLAY) jacks.
DVD receiver’s rear panel
red
Onkyo stereo cassette
tape deck rear panel
INPUT OUTPUT
(REC) (PLAY)
L
REMOTE
CONTROL
: Signal flow
white
white
red
RCA/phono audio cable
cable supplied
with the Onkyo stereo
cassette tape deck
R
redwhitewhitered
Use either socket
What does connecting an Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck using an cable enable you to do?
• You can control a connected Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck using the supplied remote controller. You also need to
connect the RCA/phono audio cable.
• To operate the system, the source name in the display should be TAPE. (Since the default source name in the
display is TAPE, you do not need to change the setting. See page 28 for further information.)
• When the connected Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck plays back, the Input Selector on the DVD receiver is automatically switched to TAPE.
Connecting an RI Dock (Remote Interactive Dock)
The following diagram illustrates how to connect the Onkyo RI Dock which is sold separately.
Connect the TAPE/HDD IN jacks on the DVD receiver to the AUDIO OUT jacks on the RI Dock.
DVD receiver’s rear panel
white
red
RCA/phono audio cable
----
R
L
AUDIO OUTDC INS VIDEO OUT
: Signal flow
red
white
cable
Jacks on the RI Dock’s rear
panel may differ depending on
the model.
The jack connection enables you to use the following functions:
• You can control a connected Onkyo RI Dock using the supplied remote controller. You also need to connect the RCA/
phono audio cable.
• When an RI Dock and other -compatible devices are connected with the DVD receiver, you must also interconnect
the terminals between the two external devices.
• You need to change the source name in the display to HDD. (The default source name in the display is TAPE. See
page 28 for further information.) If the RI Dock has a MODE switch, you must set the switch to HDD.
• When the connected Onkyo RI Dock plays back, the input selector on the DVD receiver is automatically switched to HDD.
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Connecting External Devices —Continued
Connection for TV Audio Signal
Connect the LINE IN terminal on the DVD receiver and an audio output terminal on TV.
DVD receiver’s
rear panel
white
red
: Signal flow
RCA/phono
audio cable
red
white
Connecting a Subwoofer
The DVD receiver has a SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack. Connect an active subwoofer (a subwoofer that contains an
amplifier).
DVD receiver
Active subwoofer
(with a built-in amplifier)
: Signal flow
Note:
If you want to connect any passive subwoofer, you must connect at first a power amplifier with the DVD receiver, and
then connect a subwoofer to the power amplifier.
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Connecting External Devices —Continued
Connection for Enjoying 5.1ch Playback
You can connect a center speaker and a left and a right surround speakers by adding on a power (main) amplifier.
In addition to this configuration, you can add on a subwoofer to enjoy the 5.1ch surround sound. (See page 22.)
Once you have completed the connection, make sure to configure the settings for speakers, described on page 52, so that
you can enjoy your favorite surround mode.
DVD receiver
LINE INPUT
Active
(Powered)
subwoofer
speaker
CENTER
MAIN IN
OUTPUT
SURROUND
LEFT
MAIN IN
OUTPUT
SURROUND
RIGHT
MAIN IN
OUTPUT
Power
amplifier
Center speakerFront right
Front left
speaker
Surround right
speaker
Surround left
speaker
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Connecting External Devices —Continued
Enjoying Home Theater
The DVD receiver provides multi-channel playback with its theater dimensional feature, even under two front speaker
conditions.
Certainly, it can provide full 5.1ch playback in combination with an add-on subwoofer, center and surround speakers
off the shelf, so that you can enjoy more realistic, movie theater/concert hall-in-the-home sound effect.
With DVDs you can enjoy DTS and Dolby Digital.
Front left and right speakers
These output the overall sound. Their role in a home theater is to provide a solid anchor for
the sound image. They should be positioned facing the listener at about ear level, and equidistant from the TV. Angle them inward so as to create a triangle, with the listener at the apex.
Center speaker
This speaker enhances the front left
and right speakers, making sound
movements distinct and providing a
full sound image. In movies it’s used
mainly for dialog.
Position it close to your TV (preferably
on top) facing forward at about ear
level, or at the same height as the
front left and right speakers.
Subwoofer
The subwoofer handles the bass sounds of
the LFE (Low-Frequency Effects) channel.
The volume and quality of the bass output
from your subwoofer will depend on its
position, the shape of your listening room,
and your listening position. In general, a
good bass sound can be obtained by
installing the subwoofer in a front corner, or
at one-third the width of the wall, as shown.
Corner
1/3 wall length
Surround left and right speakers
These speakers are used for precise
sound positioning and to add realistic
ambience.
Position them at the sides of the listener, or slightly behind, about 2–3
feet (60–100 cm) above ear level.
Ideally they should be equidistant
from the listener.
• For optimum surround playback, set the distance between the listener and the speakers so that the time it takes
the sound to reach the listener is same. Also, you need to set each speaker volume level individually in order to
balance the volume level between speakers (see pages 52-53).
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Connecting the Power Cord
When the power cord is connected to the AC outlet, the
To wall outlet
STANDBY
indicator
First Time Setup
The very first time you turn on the DVD receiver, the ACCUCLOCK function automatically sets the clock by using the
CT (Clock Time) information present in RDS radio broadcasts. While the clock is being set, “Wait”flashes on the
display, as shown. It may take up to five minutes to set the clock.
When the clock has been set, the message “Clock Adjusted” scrolls across the display, then the day and time are displayed for a while, as shown.
DVD receiver enters Standby mode. The STANDBY
indicator lights up.
When you want to set the clock using the DVD receiver’s
ACCUCLOCK function, the FM antenna needs to be
connected for receiving the RDS radio broadcasts. For
more information, see page 16.
The ACCUCLOCK function automatically updates the clock daily at 2 A.M., 3 A.M. and 2 P.M.
If the clock has not been set correctly, see “Setting ACCUCLOCK to Use a Specific Station” on page 58 and “Setting
the Clock Manually” on page 59.
Turning Off ACCUCLOCK
If you don’t want ACCUCLOCK to automatically update the clock at 2 A.M., 3 A.M. and 2 P.M. everyday, you can turn
it off as follows.
1
2
Press TIMER button repeatedly
until “Clock” appears on the dis-
play, as shown.
Press MULTI JOG.
“*AccuClock*” appears on the display,
as shown.
These asterisks appear when the
ACCUCLOCK function is on.
3
Note:
This operation is not available if time adjustment was not
properly performed in the previous section.
To turn off ACCUCLOCK, press
YES/MODE.
The asterisks disappear, indicating that
the ACCUCLOCK function is off. To
turn the ACCUCLOCK function on
again, press YES/MODE so that asterisks appear.
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Understanding Common Operations
VOLUME
INPUT buttons
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
indicator
PHONES
jack
Turning the Unit On and Off
Press STANDBY/ON on the unit or on the remote controller.
If you press the same button again, the unit will turn off
and enter Standby mode.
The DVD receiver is not completely shutdown in
Standby mode.
To completely shut down the DVD receiver, disconnect
the power cord from wall outlet.
Tip:
• When you start playing (or turn on the power to) an
Onkyo RI Dock, CD recorder or cassette tape deck
that is connected to the DVD receiver via an cable
and RCA/phono audio cables, the power to the DVD
receiver is automatically turned on. Also, if you turn
on or off the power to the DVD receiver, the power to
such a device is automatically turned on or off
(standby).
STANDBY/
ON
INPUT buttons
DIMMER
VOLUME
+/–
MUTING
Adjusting the Volume
DVD receiver
Turn VOLUME clockwise to increase the volume or
counterclockwise to decrease the volume on the DVD
receiver.
Press VOLUME +/– on the remote controller.
Remote
controller
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