Onkyo HT-R380 Instruction Manual
Contents
5.1ch Home Theater System
HT-S3300
AV Receiver (HT-R380)
Speaker Package (HTP-380)
Front Speakers (SKF-380 L/R)
Center Speaker (SKC-380/SKC-380C)
Surround Speakers (SKR-380 L/R)
Subwoofer (SKW-380)
Instruction Manual
Introduction ...................................2
Connections.................................12
Turning On & Basic Operations
Advanced Operations .................30
Controlling iPod & Other
Components............................40
......20
Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo 5.1ch Home
Theater System. Please read this manual thoroughly
before making connections and plugging in the unit.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new 5.1ch Home Theater
System.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
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WARNING:
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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
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
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,
PORTABLE CART WARNIN
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.
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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.
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 damaged,
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 fol-
lowing 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 ON/STANDBY 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. Preventing Hearing Loss
Caution
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
6. Batteries and Heat Exposure
War nin g
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not
be exposed to excessive heat as sunshine, fire or the
like.
7. 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.
8. 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.
For U.S. models
FCC Information for User
CAUTION:
The user changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For Canadian Models
NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COM-
PLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.
For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
Modèle pour les Canadien
REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE
LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB003 DU CANADA.
Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLEC-
TRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE
DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU
FOND.
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Speaker Precautions
Package Contents
Placement
• The subwoofer cabinet is made out of wood and is therefore sensitive to extreme temperatures and humidity, do
not put it in locations subject to direct sunlight or in
humid places, such as near an air conditioner, humidifier,
bathroom, or kitchen.
• Do not put water or other liquids close to the speakers. If
liquid is spilled over the speakers, the drive units may be
damaged.
• Speakers should only be placed on sturdy, flat surfaces
that are free from vibration. Putting them on uneven or
unstable surfaces, where they may fall and cause damage, will affect the sound quality.
• Subwoofer is designed to be used in the upright vertical
position only. Do not use it in the horizontal or tilted
position.
• If the unit is used near a turntable, CD player or Blu-ray
Disc/DVD player, howling or slipping of sound may
occur. To prevent this, move the unit away from the turntable, CD player or Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, otherwise
lower the unit’s output level.
Using Close to a TV or Computer
TVs and computer monitors are magnetically sensitive
devices and as such are likely to suffer discoloration or
picture distortion when conventional speakers are placed
nearby. To prevent this, the SKF-380 and SKC-380/
SKC-380C feature internal magnetic shielding. In some
situations, however, discoloration may still be an issue, in
which case you should turn off your TV or monitor, wait
15 to 30 minutes, and then turn it back on again. This normally activates the degaussing function, which neutralizes
the magnetic field, thereby removing any discoloration
effects. If discoloration problems persist, try moving the
speakers away from your TV or monitor. Note that discoloration can also be caused by a magnet or demagnetizing
tool that’s too close to your TV or monitor.
Do not place SKR-380 close to TV or a computer monitor
because they have no magnetic shield.
Make sure you have the following items:
AV Receiver HT-R380
HT-R380 (➔ 7)
Remote controller and two batteries (AA/R6) (➔ 5)
Indoor FM antenna (➔ 18)
AM loop antenna (➔ 18)
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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.
Speaker Package HTP-380
Front speakers (SKF-380 L/R) (➔ 9)
Center speaker (SKC-380/SKC-380C) (➔ 9)
Surround speakers (SKR-380 L/R) (➔ 9)
Subwoofer (SKW-380) (➔ 9)
Speaker Package Accessories
Speaker cables for front speakers 11 ft. (3.5 m)
(White and Red) (➔ 13)
Speaker cable for center speaker 10 ft. (3.0 m)
(Green) (➔ 13)
Speaker cables for surround speakers 26 ft. (8.0 m)
(Blue and Gray) (➔ 13)
Speaker cable for subwoofer 10 ft. (3.0 m)
(Purple) (➔ 13)
16 thin rubber stoppers, 12 thick rubber stoppers
(➔ 14)
4 floor pads for the subwoofer (➔ 14)
Input Signal Warning
The speakers can handle the specified input power when
used for normal music reproduction. If any of the following signals are fed to them, even if the input power is
within the specified rating, excessive current may flow in
the speaker coils, causing burning or wire breakage:
1. Interstation noise from an untuned FM radio.
2. Sound from fast-forwarding a cassette tape.
3. High-pitched sounds generated by an oscillator, elec-
tronic musical instrument, and so on.
4. Amplifier oscillation.
5. Special test tones from audio test CDs and so on.
6. Thumps and clicks caused by connecting or discon-
necting audio cables. (Always turn off your amplifier
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before connecting or disconnecting cables.)
7. Microphone feedback.
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Using the Remote Controller
Installing the Batteries
Note
• 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.
• Remove expired batteries as soon as possible to prevent damage
from leakage or corrosion.
Aiming the Remote Controller
To use the remote controller, point it at the AV receiver’s
remote control sensor, as shown below.
Remote control sensor
Batteries (AA/R6)
AV r e c eive r
Approx. 16 ft. (5 m)
Contents
Introduction
Important Safety Instructions ......................................... 2
Precautions....................................................................... 3
Speaker Precautions........................................................ 4
Package Contents ............................................................4
Features ............................................................................ 6
Front & Rear Panels ......................................................... 7
Speaker Package.............................................................. 9
Remote Controller .......................................................... 10
About Home Theater ...................................................... 11
Connections
Connecting the AV Receiver .........................................12
Turning On & Basic Operations
Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ................................... 20
Basic Operations ............................................................ 21
Listening to the Radio.................................................... 23
Recording........................................................................26
Using the Listening Modes............................................ 27
Advanced Operations
Advanced Setup .............................................................30
Controlling iPod & Other Components
Controlling iPod ............................................................. 40
Controlling Other Components..................................... 44
Others
Troubleshooting ............................................................. 47
Specifications ................................................................. 51
About HDMI ..................................................................... 53
Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder ... 54
To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it
on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press
ON/STANDBY (➔ 47).
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Features
AV Receiver HT-R380
• 110 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms
• 120 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (JEITA)
• Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
• H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High
Power Transformer
• HDMI (Ver.1.4 with Audio Return Channel, 3D), DeepColor, x.v.Color
*
, Lip Sync, DTS*1-HD Master Audio,
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby TrueHD*2,
Dolby Digital Plus, DSD and Multi-CH PCM
• Non-Scaling Configuration
•A-Form Listening Mode Memory
• Direct Mode
• Music Optimizer
*3
for Compressed Digital Music files
• 192 kHz/24-bit D/A Converters
• Powerful and Highly Accurate 32-bit Processing DSP
• 3 HDMI
*4
Inputs and 1 Output
• Onkyo p for System Control
• 3 Digital Inputs (2 Optical/1 Coaxial)
• Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/1 Output)
• Universal Port for the Dock for iPod
*
/HD Radio™*5
tuner module (North American models)/DAB+ tuner
module (Asian models)
• Banana Plug-Compatible Speaker Posts
(Front Speakers A Only)
• 40 FM/AM Presets
• Audyssey EQ*6 to Correct Room Acoustic Problems
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ
• Audyssey Dynamic Volume
*6
for Loudness Correction
*6
to Maintain Optimal Lis-
tening Level and Dynamic Range
• EX.BASS for natural deeper bass
•Crossover Adjustment
(40/50/60/80/100/120/150/200 Hz)
• A/V Sync Control Function (up to 100 ms)
• On-Screen Display via HDMI
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Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942;
5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535;
7,212,872; 7,333,929; 7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other U.S. and
worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS is a registered
trademark and the DTS logos, Symbol are trademarks of DTS,
Inc.
©1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
*2
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
*3
Music Optimizer™ is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.
*4
“HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.”
*5
The HD Radio Ready logo is a proprietary trademark of iBiquity Digital Corp.
To receive HD Radio broadcasts, you must install an Onkyo
UP-HT1 HD Radio tuner module (sold separately).
*6
Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories™.
U.S. and foreign patents pending.
Audyssey EQ™, Audyssey Dynamic Volume™ and
Audyssey Dynamic EQ™ are trademarks of Audyssey Laboratories.
*
Apple and iPod are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries.
*
“x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Speaker Package HTP-380
SKF-380 L/R Full-Range Front Speakers
SKC-380 (North American models)/SKC-380C (Asian
models) Full-Range Center Speaker
• 3-1/4" (8 cm) full-range speaker
• Gloss Finished
• Max. input power: 120 W
• Magnetically shielded
• Color-coded speaker terminals and speaker cable
• 6-ohm impedance
SKR-380 L/R Full-Range Surround Speakers
• 3-1/4" (8 cm) full-range speaker
• Gloss Finished
• Max. input power: 120 W
• Color-coded speaker terminals and speaker cable
• 6-ohm impedance
SKW-380 Bass Reflex Subwoofer
• 8" (20 cm) cone woofer
•Down-Firing
• Color-coded speaker terminals and speaker cable
Front & Rear Panels
Front Panel
North American models
a
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Asian models
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The actual front panel has various logos printed on it. They are not shown here for clarity.
The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item.
a ON/STANDBY button (➔ 20)
b STANDBY indicator (➔ 20)
c HDMI THRU indicator (➔ 36)
d SPEAKERS A and B buttons (➔ 11, 22)
e Remote control sensor (➔ 5)
f TONE LEVEL and TONE buttons (➔ 39)
g Display (➔ 8)
h LISTENING MODE buttons (➔ 27)
i DIMMER button (North American models) (➔ 21)
j MEMORY button (➔ 24)
k TUNING MODE button (➔ 23)
l DISPLAY button (➔ 21)
m SETUP button (➔ 30)
n TUNING, PRESET (➔ 23 to 24), arrow and
ENTER buttons
o RETURN button
p MASTER VOLUME control (➔ 21)
q MUSIC OPTIMIZER button (➔ 21, 38)
r PHONES jack (➔ 22)
s Input selector buttons (➔ 21)
t AUX INPUT LINE IN jack (➔ 17)
u RT/PTY/TP button (Asian models) (➔ 24)
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Display
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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
a A and B speaker indicators (➔ 11, 22)
b Audio input indicators
c Listening mode and format indicators (➔ 21, 27)
d Audyssey indicators (➔ 34, 38)
e Tuning indicators (➔ 23)
Rear Panel
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f RDS indicator (excluding North American models)
(➔ 24)
g SLEEP indicator (➔ 22)
h MUTING indicator (➔ 22)
i Message area
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a DIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks
b COMPONENT VIDEO IN and OUT jacks
c HDMI IN and OUT jacks
d FM ANTENNA jack and AM ANTENNA terminal
e MONITOR OUT V jack
f UNIVERSAL PORT jack
g FRONT SPEAKERS A terminals
h SUBWOOFER terminals
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i SPEAKERS terminals
(SURR, CENTER)
j FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals
k Power cord
l u REMOTE CONTROL jack
m Composite video and analog audio jacks
(BD/DVD IN, VCR/DVR IN and OUT, CBL/SAT IN,
GAME IN, TV/CD IN)
See “Connecting the AV Receiver” for connection information (➔ 12 to 19).
Speaker Package
Front, Center, Surround Speakers and Subwoofer (SKF-380, SKC-380/SKC-380C, SKR-380, SKW-380)
SKF-380
Front Rear
SKC-380/SKC-380C
b
a
b
SKR-380
b
a
Front Rear
SKW-380
Front
a
b
Rear
a Speaker terminals
These push terminals are for connecting the speaker to
the HT-R380 with the supplied speaker cables.
The supplied speaker cables are color-coded for easy
identification. Simply connect each cable to the samecolored positive speaker terminal.
b
Front
a
Rear
b Keyhole slots
These keyhole slots can be used to wall-mount the
speaker. See “Wall Mounting” for mounting instructions (➔ 14).
Caution
• The front grilles are not designed to be removed so do
not attempt to remove them forcibly, as this will damage
them.
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Remote Controller
Controlling the AV Receiver
a
b
i
c
To control the AV receiver, press RECEIVER to select
Receiver mode.
You can also use the remote controller to control
Onkyo Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, CD player, and
other components.
See “Entering Remote Control Codes” for more
details (➔ 44).
c
d
e
a
f
g
h
b
j
d
k
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l
m
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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
a ON/STANDBY button (➔ 20)
b REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons
(➔ 21, 44 to 45)
c TONE, + and – buttons (➔ 39)
d SP A/B button (➔ 11, 22)
e Arrow q/w/e/r and ENTER buttons
f SETUP button (➔ 30)
g LISTENING MODE buttons (➔ 27)
h DIMMER button (➔ 21)
i DISPLAY button (➔ 21)
j MUTING button (➔ 22)
k VOL q/w button (➔ 21)
l RETURN button
m AUDIO button (➔ 37)
n SLEEP button (➔ 22)
■ Controlling the tuner
To control the AV receiver’s tuner, press TUNER (or
RECEIVER).
You can select AM or FM by pressing TUNER repeatedly.
a Arrow q/w buttons (➔ 23)
b D.TUN button (➔ 23)
c DISPLAY button (➔ 24)
d TUN MODE button (➔ 23)
e CH +/– button (➔ 24)
f Number buttons (➔ 23)
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About Home Theater
Speakers A and B
You can use two sets of speakers with the AV receiver: Speakers A and Speakers B.
Speakers A should be used in your main listening room for up to 5.1-channel playback.
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While Speakers B is on, Speakers A is reduced to 2.1-channel playback.
Speakers B can be used in another room and offers 2-channel stereo playback.
Speakers A Speakers B Indicator Output
On On Speakers A: 2.1 channels
Off Speakers A: 5.1 channels
Off On Speakers B: 2 channels
Off No sound
Enjoying Home Theater
Thanks to the AV receiver’s superb capabilities, you can enjoy surround sound with a real sense of movement in your
own home—just like being in a movie theater or concert hall. With Blu-ray Discs, you can enjoy DTS and Dolby Digital.
With analog or digital TV, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic II, DTS Neo:6, or Onkyo’s original DSP listening modes.
A B
A
Speakers B: 2 channels
B
Speakers A: Main Room
b
Corner
position
1/3 of wall
position
d
Speakers B: Sub Room
a
c
a Front speakers (SKF-380)
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.
b Center speaker (SKC-380/SKC-380C)
This speaker enhances the front 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 facing forward at about ear level, or at the
same height as the front speakers.
*
While Speakers B is on, this speaker outputs no sound.
c Surround speakers (SKR-380)
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 to 3 feet (60 to 100 cm) above ear level. Ideally they should be
equidistant from the listener.
*
While Speakers B is on, these speakers outputs no sound.
d Subwoofer (SKW-380)
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.
Tip
• To find the best position for your subwoofer, while playing a movie or some
music with good bass, experiment by placing your subwoofer at various
positions within the room, and choose the one that provides the most satisfying results.
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Connecting the AV Receiver
Connecting Your Speakers
Speaker Configuration
The following table indicates the channels you should use
depending on the number of speakers that you have.
For 5.1-channel surround-sound playback, you need five
speakers and a powered subwoofer.
Number of channels 2345
Front speakers ✔✔✔✔
Center speaker ✔✔
Surround speakers ✔✔
No matter how many speakers you use, a powered subwoofer is recommended for a really powerful and solid
bass.
To get the best from your surround sound system, you
need to set the speaker settings. You can do this manually
(➔ 32).
Connecting the Speaker Cables
The AV receiver’s positive (+) speaker terminals are colorcoded for ease of identification. (The negative (–) speaker
terminals are all black.)
• Be careful not to short the positive and negative wires.
Doing so may damage the AV receiver.
• Make sure the metal core of the wire does not have contact with the AV receiver’s rear panel. Doing so may
damage the AV receiver.
Speaker Color
Front left White
Front right Red
Center Green
Surround left Blue
Surround right Gray
Subwoofer Purple
Speaker Connection Precautions
Read the following before connecting your speakers:
• You can connect speakers with an impedance of between
6 and 16 ohms. 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 amp 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 only to positive (+)
terminals, and negative (–) terminals only to 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.
• 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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Connecting the Speaker Cables
Screw-type speaker terminals
Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker
cables, and twist the bare wires tightly,
as shown.
(Supplied speaker cables are already
stripped.)
Using Banana Plugs (North American models)
• If you are using banana plugs, tighten the speaker terminal before inserting the banana plug.
• Do not insert the speaker code directly into the center hole of the speaker terminal.
Push-type speaker terminals
Strip 3/8" to 1/2" (10 to 12 mm) of insulation from the ends of the
speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown.
(Supplied speaker cables are already stripped.)
The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals.
1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm)
3/8" to 1/2" (10 to 12 mm)
Surround
right
speaker
Red
Gray
Surround
left
speaker
Blue
Center speaker
Green
White
Purple
Front right
speaker A
Front left
speaker A
Subwoofer
Front right
speaker B
Speakers BSpeakers A
Front left
speaker B
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Wall Mounting
The speakers can easily be wall mounted by using the keyhole slots. To prevent the speaker from vibrating against
the wall, attach two of the supplied thick rubber stoppers
to the rear of each speaker.
To mount the front or surround speakers vertically, use the
keyhole slot shown to hang each speaker on a screw that’s
securely screwed into the wall.
Front speakers (SKF-380)
Keyhole slot for wall
mounting
Thick
rubber
stoppers
Surround speakers (SKR-380)
Keyhole slot for wall
mounting
• Leave a gap of between 3/16"
Wall
(5 mm) and 7/16" (10 mm)
between the wall and the base
of the screw head, as shown.
(We recommend that you consult a home installation professional.)
3/16
" to 7/16"
(5 mm to 10 mm)
Using the Rubber Stoppers for a More Stable Platform
We recommend using the provided rubber stoppers to
achieve the best possible sound from your speakers. The
rubber stoppers prevent the speakers from moving, providing a more stable platform. Use thick stoppers for the center speaker, and thin stoppers for the other speakers.
Thin rubber stoppers
Bottom of the
SKF-380
Bottom of the
SKR-380
Thick
rubber
stoppers
To mount the center speaker horizontally, use the two keyhole slots shown to hang each speaker on two screws that
are securely screwed into the wall.
Center speaker (SKC-380/SKC-380C)
Keyhole slot for wall mounting
Thick
rubber
stoppers
8-9/16" (217 mm)
Caution
• A mounting screw’s ability to support a speaker depends
on how well it’s anchored to the wall. If you have hollow
walls, screw each mounting screw into a stud. If there are
no studs, or the walls are solid, use suitable wall anchors.
• Use screws with a head diameter of 5/16" (9 mm) or less
and a shank diameter of 1/8" (4 mm) or less. With hollow walls, use a cable/pipe detector to check for any
power cables or water pipes before making any holes.
Thick rubber stoppers
2-3/16"
Bottom of the
SKC-380/SKC-380C
(55 mm)
1/2" (12 mm)
Using the Floor Pads for Subwoofer
If the subwoofer is placed on a hard floor (wood, vinyl,
tile, etc.) and playback is very loud, the subwoofer’s feet
may damage the flooring. To prevent this, place the supplied pads underneath the subwoofer’s feet. The pads also
provide a stable base for the subwoofer.
Pad
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About AV Connections
Connected image with AV components
HDMI cable
: Video & Audio
Other cables
AV r ecei verAV r ecei ver
TV, projector, etc.
Blu-ray Disc/
DVD player
Game console
TV, projector, etc.
Blu-ray Disc/
DVD player
• Before making any AV connections, read the manuals supplied with your AV components.
• Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed and double-checked all AV connections.
• Push plugs in all the way to make good connections (loose connections can cause noise or malfunctions).
• To prevent interference, keep audio and video cables away from power cords and speaker cables.
AV Cables and Jacks
Signal Cable Jack Description
Video and
Audio
HDMI HDMI connections can carry digital video and audio. The
HDMI
AV receiver is compliant with HDMI.
: Video
: Audio
Game console
Right!
Wrong!
Video Component video Component video separates the luminance (Y) and color
Composite video Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs, and
Audio Optical digital
audio
Y
B/CB
P
PR/CR
Green
Blue
Red
V
Yellow
OPTICAL
difference signals (P
ity (some TV manufacturers label their component video
sockets slightly differently).
other video equipment.
Optical digital connections allow you to enjoy digital
sound such as PCM
R, PB), providing the best picture qual-
*
or Dolby Digital. The audio quality is
the same as coaxial.
Coaxial digital
audio
Orange
Coaxial digital connections allow you to enjoy digital
*
sound such as PCM
or Dolby Digital. The audio quality is
the same as optical.
Analog audio
(RCA)
1/8" (3.5 mm)
L
White
R
Red
Analog audio connections (RCA) carry analog audio.
This cable carries analog audio.
Stereo mini plug
*
Available sampling rate for PCM input signal is 32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz. Even 176.4/192 kHz is effective in case of the HDMI connection.
Note
• The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs.
• The AV receiver’s optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is inserted and close when it’s removed.
Push plugs in all the way.
Caution
• To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical plug straight when inserting and removing.
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Connecting Components with HDMI
Game console
Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
TV, projector, etc.
Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below.
✔: Assignment can be changed (➔ 31).
Jack Signal Components Assignable
Input HDMI IN1 Audio/Video Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔
HDMI IN2 Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc. ✔
HDMI IN3 Game console ✔
Output HDMI OUT TV, projector, etc.
Refer to “About HDMI” (➔ 53) and “Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder” (➔ 54).
Tip
To listen to audio received by the HDMI IN jacks through your TV’s speakers:
• Set the “TV Control” setting to “On” (➔ 37) for an p-compatible TV.
• Set the “Audio TV OUT” setting to “On” (➔ 36) when the TV is not compatible with p or the “TV Control” setting to “Off”.
• Set your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player’s HDMI audio output setting to PCM.
• To listen to TV audio through the AV receiver, see “Connecting External Components” (➔ 17).
Note
• When listening to an HDMI component through the AV receiver, set the HDMI component so that its video can be seen on the TV
screen (on the TV, select the input of the HDMI component connected to the AV receiver). If the TV power is off or the TV is set to
another input source, this may result in no sound from the AV receiver or the sound may be cut off.
• When the “Audio TV OUT” setting is set to “On” (➔ 36) to hear from your TV’s speakers, by controlling the AV receiver’s volume,
the sound will be output from the AV receiver’s speakers, too. When the
speakers of p-compatible TV, by controlling the AV receiver’s volume, the AV receiver’s speakers will produce sound while the
TV’s speakers are muted. To stop the AV receiver’s speakers producing sound, change the settings, change your TV’s settings, or turn
down the AV receiver’s volume.
“TV Control” setting is set to “On” (➔ 37) to hear from
■ Audio return channel (ARC) function
Audio return channel (ARC) function enables an HDMI capable TV to send the audio stream to the HDMI OUT of the
AV receiver. To use this function, you must select the TV/CD input selector.
• To use ARC function, you must select the TV/CD input selector, your TV must support ARC function and “HDMI
Control” is set to “On” (➔ 36).
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Connecting External Components
The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to
the MONITOR OUT V or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings.
Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The
ABCD
No. Jack Signal Components Assignable
COMPONENT
A
VIDEO
DIGITAL IN OPTICAL IN 1 (GAME) Digital audio Game console ✔
B
MONITOR OUT Composite
C
BD/DVD IN Analog audio
VCR/DVR IN VCR or DVD recorder/Digital
CBL/SAT IN Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc.
GAME IN Game console
TV/CD IN Analog audio
UNIVERSAL PORT Analog audio/
D
IN 1 (BD/DVD) Component
IN 2 (CBL/SAT) Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc. ✔
OUT TV, projector, etc.
IN 2 (TV/CD) TV, CD player ✔
COAXIAL (BD/DVD) Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔
default input assignments are shown below.
✔: Assignment can be changed (➔ 31).
■ How to record the video
With the connections described here, you cannot record
the video through the AV receiver. To make a connection
for video recording (➔ 26).
video
video
and composite
video
Vid eo
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔
TV, projector, etc.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
Video Recorder
TV, CD player, Turntable
Cassette tape deck, MD, CD-R
Universal port optional dock
(UP-A1 etc.)
*1
*1
If your turntable has a moving coil (MC) type cartridge, you’ll need a commercially available MC head amp or MC transformer. See
your turntable’s manual for details.
You can also use a phono equalizer to connect a turntable with an MC-type cartridge. See your phono equalizer’s manual for details.
• With connection B, you can enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS.
• If your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player has both the main stereo and multichannel outputs, be sure to connect the main stereo
output using connection
C.
Using the AUX INPUT jack on the front panel
Portable audio player
Analog audio line
output (➔ 15)
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