Onkyo HT-R538 User Manual

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Contents

AV Receiver

HT-R538

Instruction Manual

Introduction ...................................2

Connections.................................11

Turning On & Basic Operations

Advanced Operations .................28

Controlling iPod & Other

Components............................37

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Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver. 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 AV Receiver. Please retain this manual for future reference.

Others...........................................44

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

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

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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. Ser-

vicing 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 of free space at the top and sides and 10 cm at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm away from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-like gap for warm air to escape.

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-ser-

viceable. 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 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.

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

Supplied Accessories

Make sure you have the following accessories:

Indoor FM antenna (➔ 16)

AM loop antenna (➔ 16)

Speaker cable labels (➔ 11)

(Not supplied with the HT-S5305 Home Theater System.)

Remote controller and two batteries (AA/R6) (➔ 4)

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.

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.

Batteries (AA/R6)

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

AV r e c eive r

Approx. 5 m

Contents

Introduction

Important Safety Instructions ......................................... 2

Precautions....................................................................... 3

Supplied Accessories...................................................... 4

Using the Remote Controller .......................................... 4

Features ............................................................................ 6

Front & Rear Panels......................................................... 7

Front Panel..................................................................... 7

Display............................................................................ 8

Rear Panel ..................................................................... 8

Remote Controller............................................................ 9

Controlling the AV Receiver ........................................... 9

About Home Theater ...................................................... 10

Speakers A and B ........................................................ 10

Enjoying Home Theater................................................ 10

Connections

Connecting the AV Receiver ......................................... 11

Connecting Your Speakers .......................................... 11

About AV Connections ................................................. 13

Connecting Components with HDMI ............................ 14

Connecting External Components................................ 15

Using the AUX INPUT jack on the front panel.............. 15

Connecting Onkyo u Components ............................ 16

Connecting Antenna..................................................... 16

Which Connections Should I Use?............................... 17

Turning On & Basic Operations

Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ................................... 18

Turning On ................................................................... 18

Turning Off ................................................................... 18

Basic Operations............................................................ 19

Playing the Connected Component.............................. 19

Displaying Source Information ..................................... 19

Using the Music Optimizer ........................................... 19

Setting the Display Brightness ..................................... 19

Muting the AV Receiver................................................ 20

Using the Sleep Timer.................................................. 20

Using Headphones....................................................... 20

Changing the Input Display .......................................... 20

Selecting Speakers A and B......................................... 20

Listening to the Radio ................................................... 21

Using the Tuner............................................................ 21

Presetting FM/AM Stations........................................... 22

Using RDS.................................................................... 22

Recording ....................................................................... 24

Using the Listening Modes ........................................... 25

Selecting Listening Modes ........................................... 25

About Listening Modes................................................. 25

Advanced Operations

Advanced Setup .............................................................28

On-screen Setup Menus............................................... 28

Common Procedures in Setup Menu ........................... 28

HDMI Input ................................................................... 29

Component (Component Video Input).......................... 29

Digital Audio (Digital Audio Input)................................. 29

Sp Config (Speaker Configuration)............................... 30

Sp Distance (Speaker Distance) .................................. 30

Level Cal (Level Calibration) ........................................ 31

Audio Adjust ................................................................. 31

Name Edit..................................................................... 32

Hardware ...................................................................... 32

HDMI Setup .................................................................. 32

Using the Audio Settings ..............................................34

Digital Input Signal Formats ......................................... 36

Adjusting the Bass & Treble .........................................36

Controlling iPod & Other Components

Controlling iPod ............................................................. 37

Connecting an Onkyo Dock.......................................... 37

Using the Onkyo Dock.................................................. 38

Controlling Your iPod.................................................... 39

Controlling Other Components..................................... 41

Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes ......................41

Entering Remote Control Codes................................... 41

Remote Control Codes for

Onkyo Components Connected via u .....................41

Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons .............................42

Resetting the Remote Controller ..................................42

Controlling Other Components .....................................42

Others

Troubleshooting ............................................................. 44

Specifications ................................................................. 48

About HDMI ..................................................................... 49

Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder ... 50

To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press ON/STANDBY (➔ 44).

Features

Amplifier

• 100 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (IEC)

• Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry

• H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High

Power Transformer

Processing

• HDMI (Ver.1.4 with Audio Return Channel, 3D), Deep-

Color, 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

for Compressed Digital Music files

• 192 kHz/24-bit D/A Converters

• Powerful and Highly Accurate 32-bit Processing DSP

Connections

• 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*/DAB+ tuner mod-

ule

• Banana Plug-Compatible Speaker Posts

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.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Music Optimizer™ is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.

“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.”

In Europe, using banana plugs to connect speakers to an audio amplifier is prohibited.

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.

Miscellaneous

• 40 FM/AM Presets

•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

Front & Rear Panels

Front Panel

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 (➔ 18) b STANDBY indicator (➔ 18) c HDMI THRU indicator (➔ 33) d SPEAKERS A and B buttons (➔ 10, 20) e Remote control sensor (➔ 4) f TONE LEVEL and TO NE buttons (➔ 36) g Display (➔ 8) h LISTENING MODE buttons (➔ 25) i RT/PTY/TP button (➔ 22) j MEMORY button (➔ 22)

bcde fhgijklmnop

k TUNING MODE button (➔ 21) l DISPLAY button (➔ 19) m SETUP button (➔ 28) n TUNING, PRESET (➔ 21 to 22), arrow and

ENTER buttons

o RETURN button p MASTER VOLUME control (➔ 19) q MUSIC OPTIMIZER button (➔ 19, 35) r PHONES jack (➔ 20) s Input selector buttons (➔ 19) t AUX INPUT LINE IN jack (➔ 15)

Display

bcaf

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

a A and B speaker indicators (➔ 10, 20) b Audio input indicators c Listening mode and format indicators (➔ 19, 25) d Tuning indicators (➔ 21)

Rear Panel

abcde jf

d e

e RDS indicator (➔ 22) f SLEEP indicator (➔ 20) g MUTING indicator (➔ 20) h Message area

g h i

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 SPEAKERS terminals

(SURR, CENTER)

i FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals j Power cord k u REMOTE CONTROL jack l Composite video and analog audio jacks

(BD/DVD IN, VCR/DVR IN and OUT, CBL/SAT IN, GAME IN, TV/CD IN)

m SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack

See “Connecting the AV Receiver” for connection information (➔ 11 to 17).

Remote Controller

Controlling the AV Receiver

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 (➔ 41).

d e

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

a ON/STANDBY button (➔ 18) b REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons

(➔ 19, 41 to 42)

c TONE, + and – buttons (➔ 36) d SP A/B button (➔ 10, 20) e Arrow q/w/e/r and ENTER buttons f SETUP button (➔ 28) g LISTENING MODE buttons (➔ 25) h DIMMER button (➔ 19) i DISPLAY button (➔ 19) j MUTING button (➔ 20) k VOL q/w button (➔ 19) l RETURN button m AUDIO button (➔ 34) n SLEEP button (➔ 20)

■ 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 (➔ 21) b D.TUN button (➔ 21) c DISPLAY button (➔ 22) d TUN MODE button (➔ 21) e CH +/– button (➔ 22) f Number buttons (➔ 21)

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.

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

Speakers B: 2 channels

Speakers A: Main Room

Corner position

1/3 of wall position

Speakers B: Sub Room

a Front 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.

b Center speaker

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

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 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

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.

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 (➔ 30).

Attaching the Speaker Cable Labels

The AV receiver’s positive (+) speaker terminals are colorcoded for ease of identification. (The negative (–) speaker terminals are all black.)

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.

• 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

The supplied speaker cable labels are also color-coded and you should attach them to the positive (+) side of each speaker cable in accordance with the table above. Then all you need to do is to match the color of each label to the corresponding speaker terminal.

• Speaker cable labels is not supplied with the HT-S5305 Home Theater System.

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 (–)

• 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.

Connecting the Speaker Cables

Screw-type speaker terminals

Strip 12 to 15 mm of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown.

(HT-S5305: Supplied speaker cables are already stripped.)

Push-type speaker terminals

Strip 10 to 12 mm of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown.

(HT-S5305: Supplied speaker cables are already stripped.)

The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals.

12 to 15 mm

10 to 12 mm

Front

right

speaker A

Front

left

speaker A

Surround

right

speaker

Surround

left

speaker

Center

speaker

Front

right

speaker B

Front

left

speaker B

Powered subwoofer

(HT-S5305) Using the supplied RCA cable, connect the subwoofer’s LINE INPUT jack to your AV receiver’s SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack.

About AV Connections

Connected image with AV components

HDMI cable Other cables

: Video & Audio

AV r ecei verAV r ecei ver

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player

TV, projector, etc.

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player

Game console

TV, projector, etc.

• 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

B/CB

PR/CR

Green

Blue

Red

Yellow

OPTICAL

difference signals (P ity (some TV manufacturers label their component video sockets slightly differently).

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 (➔ 29).

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” (➔ 49) and “Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder” (➔ 50).

Tip

To listen to audio received by the HDMI IN jacks through your TV’s speakers:

• Set the “TV Control” setting to “On” (➔ 33) for an p-compatible TV.

• Set the “Audio TV OUT” setting to “On” (➔ 32) 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” (➔ 15).

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” (➔ 32) 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” (➔ 33) 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 Con-

trol” is set to “On” (➔ 33).

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

DACB

No. Jack Signal Components Assignable

COMPONENT

VIDEO

DIGITAL IN OPTICAL IN 1 (GAME) Digital audio Game console ✔

MONITOR OUT Composite

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/

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 (➔ 29).

■ 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 (➔ 24).

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.)

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

Using the AUX INPUT jack on the front panel

Portable audio player

Analog audio line

output (➔ 13)

Connecting Onkyo u Components

Step 1:

Make sure that each Onkyo component is connected with an analog audio cable (connection C in the hookup examples) (➔ 15).

Step 2:

Make the u connection (see illustration below).

Step 3:

If you’re using an RI Dock, or cassette tape deck, change the Input Display (➔ 20).

With u (Remote Interactive), you can use the following special functions:

■ System On/Auto Power On

When you start playback on a component connected via u, if the AV receiver is on Standby, it will automati-

cally turn on and select that component as the input source.

■ Direct Change

When playback is started on a component connected via u, the AV receiver automatically selects that compo-

nent as the input source.

■ Remote Control

You can use the AV receiver’s remote controller to control your other u-capable Onkyo components, point-

ing the remote controller at the AV receiver’s remote control sensor instead of the component. You must enter the appropriate remote control code first (➔ 41).

Note

•Use only u cables for u connections. u cables are supplied

with Onkyo players (DVD, CD, etc.).

• Some components have two u jacks. You can connect either

one to the AV receiver. The other jack is for connecting additional u-capable components.

• Connect only Onkyo components to u jacks. Connecting other

manufacturer’s components may cause a malfunction.

• Some components may not support all u functions. Refer to

the manuals supplied with your other Onkyo components.

TV/CD

REMOTE CONTROL

e.g., CD player

e.g., DVD player

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

BD/DVD

Connecting Antenna

This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna. The AV receiver won’t pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna to use

the tuner.

Caution

• Be careful that you don’t injure yourself when using thumbtacks.

Insert the plug fully into the jack.

Thumbtacks, etc.

Indoor FM antenna (supplied)

Note

• Once your AV receiver is ready for use, you’ll need to tune into a radio station and position the antenna to achieve the best possible reception.

• Keep the AM loop antenna as far away as possible from your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords.

Tip

• If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead.

• If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor AM loop antenna, try using it with a commercially available outdoor AM

antenna.

Push. Insert wire. Release.

Assembling the AM loop antenna

AM loop antenna (supplied)

Which Connections Should I Use?

The AV receiver supports several connection formats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment. The format you choose will depend on the formats supported by your components. Use the following sections as a guide.

Note

The on-screen setup menus are displayed when:

• There is no video input, or

• The video input is 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, or 1080p.

Video Connection Formats

Video component can be connected by using any one of the following video connection formats: composite video, component video, or HDMI, the latter offering the best picture quality.

When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the AV receiver doesn’t convert between formats, so only outputs of the same format as the input will output the signal.

Composite

AV r ecei ver

Video Signal Flow Chart

Blu-ray Disc, DVD player, etc.

Component

HDMI

Audio Connection Formats

Audio component can be connected by using any of the following audio connection formats: analog, optical, coaxial, or HDMI. When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the AV receiver does not convert digital input signals for analog line outputs and vice versa. For example, audio signals connected to an optical or coaxial digital input are not output by the analog VCR/DVR OUT.

If signals are present at more than one input, the inputs will be selected automatically in the following order of priority: HDMI, digital, analog.

Composite

AV r e c eive r

Depends on the “Audio TV OUT” setting (➔ 32).

This setting is available, when “Audio Return Ch” setting is set to “Auto” (➔ 33), you must select the TV/CD input selector and your TV must support ARC function.

MONITOR OUT

Component

TV, projector, etc.

Audio Signal Flow Chart

Blu-ray Disc, DVD player, etc.

Optical

OUT

TV, projector, etc.

HDMI

HDMICoaxial Analog

HDMI Analog

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Turning On/Off the AV Receiver

ON/STANDBY

STANDBY indicator

Front panel Remote controller

Turning On

Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel.

Press RECEIVER followed by ON/STANDBY on the remote controller.

The AV receiver comes on, the display lights, and the STANDBY indicator goes off.

ON/STANDBY

RECEIVER

Turning Off

Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel or the remote controller.

The AV receiver will enter Standby mode. To prevent any loud surprises when you turn on the AV receiver, always turn down the volume before you turn it off.

Basic Operations

This manual describes the procedure using the remote controller unless otherwise specified.

Playing the Connected Component

■ Operating on the AV receiver

Use the input selector buttons to select the input

source.

Start playback on the source component.

See also:

• “Controlling Other Components” (➔ 41)

• “Controlling iPod” (➔ 37)

• “Listening to the Radio” (➔ 21)

To adjust the volume, use the MASTER VOLUME

control.

Select a listening mode and enjoy!

See also:

• “Using the Listening Modes” (➔ 25)

■ Operating with the remote controller

Press RECEIVER followed by INPUT SELEC-

TOR.

Start playback on the source component.

See also:

• “Controlling Other Components” (➔ 41)

• “Controlling iPod” (➔ 37)

• “Listening to the Radio” (➔ 21)

To adjust the volume, use VOL q/w.

Select a listening mode and enjoy!

See also:

• “Using the Listening Modes” (➔ 25)

Displaying Source Information

You can display various information about the current input source as follows.

Press RECEIVER followed by DISPLAY repeatedly to cycle through the available information.

Tip

• Alternatively, you can use the AV receiver’s DISPLAY.

The following information can typically be displayed.

Input source &

volume

Signal format*2 or sampling frequency

Input source & listening mode

When AM or FM radio is used, the band, preset number, and frequency are displayed.

If the input signal is analog, no format information is displayed. If the input signal is PCM, the sampling frequency is displayed. If the input signal is digital but not PCM, the signal format is displayed. Information is displayed for about three seconds, then the previously displayed information reappears.

The input source is displayed with the default name even when you have selected a name in “Name Edit” (➔ 32).

Using the Music Optimizer

The Music Optimizer function enhances the sound quality of compressed music files.

Press MUSIC OPTIMIZER on the front panel. The M.Opt indicator lights on the display.

Tip

• Alternatively, you can use the remote controller’s AUDIO and

arrow buttons.

• See “Music Optimizer” for more details (➔ 35).

Setting the Display Brightness

You can adjust the brightness of the AV receiver’s display.

Press RECEIVER followed by DIMMER repeatedly to select: dim, dimmer, or normal brightness.

Muting the AV Receiver

Changing the Input Display

You can temporarily mute the output of the AV receiver.

Press RECEIVER followed by MUTING.

The output is muted and the MUTING indicator flashes on the display.

Tip

• To unmute, press MUTING again or adjust the volume.

• The Mute function is cancelled when the AV receiver is set to Standby.

Using the Sleep Timer

With the sleep timer, you can set the AV receiver to turn off automatically after a specified period.

Press RECEIVER followed by SLEEP repeatedly to select the required sleep time.

The sleep time can be set from 90 to 10 minutes in 10 minute steps.

The SLEEP indicator lights on the display when the sleep timer has been set. The specified sleep time appears on the display for about five seconds, then the previous display reappears.

Tip

• If you need to cancel the sleep timer, press SLEEP repeatedly until the SLEEP indicator goes off.

• To check the time remaining until the AV receiver sleeps, press SLEEP. Note that if you press SLEEP while the sleep time is being displayed, you’ll shorten the sleep time by 10 minutes.

When you connect an u-capable Onkyo component, you must configure the input display so that u can work

properly. This setting can be done only from the front panel.

Press TV/CD, GAME or VCR/DVR on the front

panel so that “TV/CD”, “GAME” or “VCR/DVR” appears on the display.

Press and hold down TV/CD, GAME or VCR/DVR

(about 3 seconds) to change the input display.

Repeat this step to select “MD”, “CDR”, “DOCK” or “TA PE ”. For the TV/CD input selector, the input display changes in this order:

TV/CD → MD → CDR

→

TA PE

For the GAME input selector, the setting changes in this order:

GAME ↔ DOCK

For the VCR/DVR input selector, the setting changes in this order:

VCR/DVR ↔ DOCK

→

DOCK

→

Using Headphones

Connect a pair of stereo headphones with a standard plug (6.3 mm) to the PHONES jack.

Note

• Always turn down the volume before connecting your headphones.

• While the headphones plug is inserted in the PHONES jack, the speakers are turned off.

• When you connect a pair of headphones, the listening mode is set to Stereo, unless it’s already set to Stereo, Mono, or Direct.

• The listening modes cannot be selected while a pair of headphones is connected.

Note

• DOCK can be selected for the TV/CD, GAME or VCR/DVR

input selector, but not at the same time.

• Enter the appropriate remote control code before using the

remote controller for the first time (➔ 41).

Selecting Speakers A and B

You can use two sets of front speakers with the AV receiver: Speakers A for up to 5.1-channel playback in your main listening room and Speakers B for 2-channel stereo playback in another room.

Press RECEIVER followed by SP A/B repeatedly to cycle through the selection:

Speakers A

A or B, or both indicators light on the display.

Note

• While Speakers B is on, channels are reduced to 2.1 in the main

room (➔ 10).

Tip

• Alternatively, you can use the AV receiver’s SPEAKERS A and B.

→ Speakers A&B → Speakers B

→

Off ←

Listening to the Radio

This section describes the procedure using the buttons on the front panel unless otherwise specified.

Using the Tuner

With the built-in tuner you can enjoy AM and FM radio stations. You can store your favorite stations as presets for quick selection.

Listening to the Radio

Press TUNER to select either “AM” or “FM”.

In this example, FM has been selected. Each time you press TUNER, the radio band

changes between AM and FM.

Band Frequency

(Actual display depends on the country.)

Tuning into Radio Stations

■ Auto tuning mode

Press TUNING MODE so that the AUTO indicator

lights on the display.

Press TUNING q/w.

Searching stops when a station is found.

When tuned into a station, the TUNED indicator lights. When tuned into a stereo FM station, the FM STEREO indicator lights on the display, as shown.

FM STEREO

■ Manual tuning mode

Press TUNING MODE so that the AUTO indicator

goes off on the display.

Press and hold TUNING q/w.

The frequency stops changing when you release the button.

Press the buttons repeatedly to change the frequency one step at a time.

This model changes AM frequency in 9 or 10 kHz steps. In manual tuning mode, FM stations will be in mono.

Tuning into weak FM stereo stations

If the signal from a stereo FM station is weak, it may be impossible to get good reception. In this case, switch to

manual tuning mode and listen to the station in mono.

Tip

• Alternatively, you can use the remote controller’s TUN MODE

and arrow buttons.

■ Tuning into stations by frequency

You can tune into AM and FM stations directly by entering the appropriate frequency.

On the remote controller, press TUNER repeat-

edly to select “AM” or “FM”, followed by D.TUN.

(Actual display depends on the country.)

Within 8 seconds, use the number buttons to enter

the frequency of the radio station.

For example, to tune to 87.50 (FM), press 8, 7, 5, 0.

AUTO

TUNED

Tip

• Alternatively, you can use the remote controller’s TUN MODE

and arrow buttons.

Presetting FM/AM Stations

Using RDS

You can store a combination of up to 40 of your favorite FM/AM radio stations as presets.

Tune into the FM/AM station that you want to

store as a preset.

See the previous section.

Press MEMORY.

The preset number flashes.

While the preset number is flashing (about 8 sec-

onds), use PRESET e/r to select a preset from 1 through 40.

Press MEMORY again to store the station or chan-

nel.

The station or channel is stored and the preset number stops flashing.

Repeat this procedure for all of your favorite FM/ AM radio stations.

Selecting Presets

To select a preset, use PRESET e/r on the AV receiver, or the remote controller’s CH +/–.

Tip

• You can also use the remote controller’s number buttons to select a preset directly.

Deleting Presets

Select the preset that you want to delete.

See the previous section.

While holding down MEMORY, press TUNING

MODE.

The preset is deleted and its number disappears from the display.

RDS works only in areas where RDS broadcasts are available.

When tuned into an RDS station, the RDS indicator lights.

What is RDS?

RDS stands for Radio Data System and is a method of transmitting data in FM radio signals. It was developed by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and is available in most European countries. Many FM stations use it these days. In addition to displaying text information, RDS can also help you find radio stations by type (e.g., news, sport, rock, etc.).

The AV receiver supports four types of RDS information:

■ PS (Program Service)

When tuned to an RDS station that’s broadcasting PS information, the station’s name will be displayed. Pressing DISPLAY will display the frequency for 3 seconds.

■ RT (Radio Text)

When tuned to an RDS station that’s broadcasting text information, the text will be shown on the display as described in the next section.

■ PTY (Program Type)

This allows you to search for RDS radio stations by type (➔ 23).

■ TP (Traffic Program)

This allows you to search for RDS radio stations that broadcast traffic information (➔ 23).

Note

• In some cases, the text characters displayed on the AV receiver may not be identical to those broadcast by the radio station. Also, unexpected characters may be displayed when unsupported characters are received. This is not a malfunction.

• If the signal from an RDS station is weak, RDS data may be displayed intermittently or not at all.

When tuned to an RDS station that’s broadcasting text information, the text can be displayed.

Displaying Radio Text (RT)

Press RT/PTY/TP once.

The RT information scrolls across the display.

Note

• The message “Wa iti ng” may appear while the AV receiver waits for the RT information.

• If the message “No Text Data” appears on the display, no RT information is available.

Finding Stations by Type (PTY)

■ RDS program types (PTY)

You can search for radio stations by type.

Press RT/PTY/TP twice.

The current program type appears on the display.

Use PRESET e/r to select the type of program

you want.

See the table shown later in this chapter.

To start the search, press ENTER.

The AV receiver searches until it finds a station of the type you specified, at which point it stops briefly before continuing with the search.

When a station you want to listen to is found, press

ENTER.

If no stations are found, the message “Not Found” appears.

Listening to Traffic News (TP)

You can search for stations that broadcast traffic news.

Press RT/PTY/TP three times.

If the current radio station is broadcasting TP (Traffic Program), “[TP]” will appear on the display, and traffic news will be heard as and when it’s broadcast. If “TP” without square brackets appears, this means that the station is not broadcasting TP.

To locate a station that is broadcasting TP, press

ENTER.

The AV receiver searches until it finds a station that’s broadcasting TP.

If no stations are found, the message “Not Found” appears.

Type Disp lay

None None

News reports News

Current affairs Affairs

Information Info

Sport Sport

Education Educate

Drama Drama

Culture Culture

Science and technology Science

Va ri e d Va ri e d

Pop music Pop M

Rock music Rock M

Middle of the road music Easy M

Light classics Light M

Serious classics Classics

Other music Other M

Weather Weather

Finance Finance

Children’s programmes Children

Social affairs Social

Religion Religion

Phone in Phone In

Travel Travel

Leisure Leisure

Jazz music Jazz

Country music Country

National music Nation M

Oldies music Oldies

Folk music Folk M

Documentary Document

Alarm test TEST

Alarm Alarm!

Recording

This section explains how to record the selected input source to a component with recording capability, and how to record audio and video from different sources.

Connecting a Recording Component

AUDIO

VCR,

DVD recorder

Note

• The AV receiver must be turned on for recording. Recording is not possible while it’s in Standby mode.

• If you want to record directly from your TV or playback VCR to the recording VCR without going through the AV receiver, connect the TV/VCR’s audio and video outputs directly to the recording VCR’s audio and video inputs. See the manuals supplied with your TV and VCR for details.

• Video signals connected to composite video inputs can be recorded only via composite video outputs. If your TV/VCR is connected to a composite video input, the recording VCR must be connected to a composite video output.

• The surround sound and DSP listening modes cannot be recorded.

• Copy-protected Blu-ray discs and DVDs cannot be recorded.

• Sources connected to a digital input cannot be recorded. Only analog inputs can be recorded.

• DTS signals will be recorded as noise, so don’t attempt analog recording of DTS CDs or LDs.

Cassette, CDR,

MD, etc.

AV Recording

Audio sources can be recorded to a recorder (e.g., cassette deck, CDR, MD) connected to the VCR/DVR OUT jacks. Video sources can be recorded to a video recorder (e.g., VCR, DVD recorder) connected to the VCR/DVR OUT jack.

Use the input selector buttons to select the source

that you want to record.

You can watch the source while recording. The AV receiver’s MASTER VOLUME control has no effect on recording.

On your recorder, start recording.

On the source component, start playback.

If you select another input source during recording, that input source will be recorded.

VIDEO

Recording Separate AV Sources

Here you can record audio and video from completely separate sources, allowing you to overdub audio onto your video recordings. This function takes advantage of the fact that when an audio-only input source (TV/CD) is selected, the video input source remains unchanged.

In the following example, audio from the CD player connected to the TV/CD IN and video from the camcorder connected to the BD/DVD IN are recorded by the VCR connected to the VCR/DVR OUT jacks.

Camcorder

VCRCD player

: Video signal : Audio signal

Prepare the camcorder and CD player for play-

back.

Prepare the VCR for recording.

Press BD/DVD input selector.

Press TV/CD input selector.

This selects the CD player as the audio source, but leaves the camcorder as the video source.

Start recording on the VCR and start playback on

the camcorder and CD player.

The video from the camcorder and the audio from the CD player are recorded by the VCR.

Using the Listening Modes

Selecting Listening Modes

See “About Listening Modes” for detailed information about the listening modes (➔ 25).

Listening Mode Buttons

MOVIE/TV button

This button selects the listening modes intended for use with movies and TV.

MUSIC button

This button selects the listening modes intended for use with music.

GAME button

This button selects the listening modes intended for use with video games.

STEREO button

This button selects the Stereo listening mode and All Channel Stereo listening mode.

• The Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be selected if your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is connected to the AV receiver with a digital audio connection (coaxial, optical, or HDMI).

• The listening modes you can select depends on the format of the input signal. To check the format, see “Displaying Source Information” (➔ 19).

• While a pair of headphones is connected, you can select the following listening modes: Mono, Direct, and Stereo.

• The listening modes cannot be selected while a pair of headphones is connected.

• While Speakers A and B are on, you can select only the Direct, Stereo, Mono, or T-D (Theater-Dimensional) listening mode.

Press

RECEIVER first.

MUSIC

MOVIE/TV

MOVIE/TV, MUSIC, GAME

GAME STEREO

About Listening Modes

The AV receiver’s listening modes can transform your listening room into a movie theater or concert hall, with high fidelity and stunning surround sound.

Explanatory Notes

■ Input Source

The following audio formats are supported by the listening mode.

A S D

The AV receiver outputs this source in 5.1-channel surround sound.

This is mono (monophonic) sound.

This is stereo (stereophonic) sound. Two independent audio signal channels are reproduced through two speakers.

This is 5.1-channel surround sound. This surround system has five main channels of sound and a sixth subwoofer channel (called the point-one channel).

This is 7.1-channel surround sound. This is a further sound enhancement to 5.1 channel sound with two additional speakers that provide greater sound envelopment and more accurate positioning of sounds.

■ Speaker Layout

The illustration shows which speakers are activated in each channel. See “Sp Config (Speaker Configuration)” for the speaker setup (➔ 30).

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a Front speakers

b Center speaker

c Subwoofer

d Surround speakers

Listening Modes

Listening Mode Description Input

Direct In this mode, audio from the input source is output without surround-sound process-

Di rect

Stereo Sound is output by the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.

Stereo

Mono Use this mode when watching an old movie with a mono soundtrack, or use it with the

Mo no

Multichannel This mode is for use with PCM multichannel sources.

Multich

Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic II expands any 2-channel source for 5.1-channel playback. It pro-

PL Mo v i e

PL Mu s i c

PL Game

Dolby Digital In this mode, audio from the input source is output without surround-sound process-

Dolby D

Dolby Digital Plus

Do l by D

Dolby TrueHD

TeHDru

DTS

DTS-HD High Resolution Audio

DTS–HD HR

DTS-HD Master Audio

DTS–HD MSTR

DTS Express

DTS Ex p r e s s

ing. The “Sp Config” (presence of speakers), “Sp Distance” and “A/V Sync” settings are enabled, but much of the processing set via AUDIO is disabled. See “Advanced Setup” for more details (➔ 28).

foreign language soundtracks recorded in the left and right channels of some movies. It can also be used with DVDs or other sources containing multiplexed audio, such as karaoke DVDs.

vides a very natural and seamless surround-sound experience that fully envelops the listener. As well as music and movies, video games can also benefit from the dramatic spatial effects and vivid imaging.

• Dolby PLII Movie

Use this mode with DVDs and videos that bear the Dolby Surround logo or TV shows that feature Dolby Surround. You can also use this mode with stereo movies or TV shows and the AV receiver will create a 5.1 surround mix from the 2-channel stereo.

• Dolby PLII Music

Use this mode to add 5.1 surround to stereo sources such as music CDs and DVDs.

• Dolby PLII Game

Use this mode when playing game discs.

ing. “Sp Config” (presence of speakers), “Crossover”, “Sp Distance”, “A/V Sync” and much of the processing set via AUDIO are enabled. See “Advanced Setup” for more details (➔ 28).

Source

A S D F

DXC

SXC

D F

DXC

D F

S D

Speaker Layout

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Listening Mode Description Input

DSD

DTS 96/24

DTS Neo:6 This mode expands any 2-channel source for up to 5.1-channel playback. It uses seven

Neo : 6Neo : 6C inema

Neo : 6 Mu s ic

(Continued from the previous page.)

This mode is for use with DTS 96/24 sources. This is high-resolution DTS with a 96 kHz sampling rate and 24-bit resolution, providing superior fidelity. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS 96/24 logo.

full-bandwidth channels of matrix decoding for matrix-encoded material, providing a very natural and seamless surround sound experience that fully envelops the listener.

•Neo:6 Cinema

Use this mode with any stereo movie (e.g., TV, DVD, VHS).

•Neo:6 Music

Use this mode with any stereo music source (e.g., CD, radio, cassette, TV, VHS, DVD).

Source

DXC

SXC

Onkyo-Original DSP Listening Modes

Speaker Layout

Listening Mode Description Input

Orchestra Suitable for classical or operatic music, this mode emphasizes the surround channels

Orches t r a

Unplugged Suitable for acoustic instruments, vocals, and jazz, this mode emphasizes the front

Unpl ugged

Studio-Mix Suitable for rock or pop music, listening to music in this mode creates a lively sound

Studio–Mix

TV Logic This mode adds realistic acoustics to TV shows produced in a TV studio, surround

TV Lo g i c

Game-RPG Use this mode when playing role playing game discs.

Game –RPG

Game-Action Use this mode when playing action game discs.

Game –A c t i o n

Game-Rock Use this mode when playing rock game discs.

Game –Ro c k

Game-Sports Use this mode when playing sports game discs.

Game –S po r t s

All Ch Stereo Ideal for background music, this mode fills the entire listening area with stereo sound

Al l Ch St

Full Mono In this mode, all speakers output the same sound in mono, so the sound you hear is the

Fu l l Mono

T- D ( Th e at er Dimensional)

T–D

in order to widen the stereo image, and simulates the natural reverberation of a large hall.

stereo image, giving the impression of being right in front of the stage.

field with a powerful acoustic image, like being at a club or rock concert.

effects to the entire sound, and clarity to voices.

from the front, surround, and surround back speakers.

same regardless of where you are within the listening room.

With this mode you can enjoy a virtual surround sound even with only two or three speakers. This works by controlling how sounds reach the listener’s left and right ears. Good results may not be possible if there’s too much reverb, so we recommend that you use this mode in an environment with little or no natural reverb.

Source

A S D

A S D F

Speaker Layout

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Note

For the Blu-ray Discs, Dolby Digital is used.

AV receiver can input the DSD signal from HDMI IN. Setting the output setting on the player side to PCM might obtain a better sound according to the player. In that case, set the output setting on the player side to PCM.

Depending on the input source, DTS is used.

• The listening modes cannot be selected with some source formats.

Advanced Setup

On-screen Setup Menus

The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the composite video MONITOR OUT or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings.

Note

The on-screen setup menus are displayed when:

• There is no video input, or

• The video input is 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i, or 1080p.

Setup Menu

1. HDMI Input

2. Component

3. Digital Audio

4. Sp Config

5. Sp Distance

6. Level Cal

7. Audio Adjust

g h

8. Name Edit

9. Hardware

10. HDMI Setup

a HDMI Input (➔ 29)

BD/DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME AUX TV/CD PORT

b Component (➔ 29)

BD/DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME AUX TV/CD PORT

c Digital Audio (➔ 29)

BD/DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME AUX TV/CD PORT

d Sp Config (➔ 30)

Subwoofer Front Center Surround Crossover Double Bass

f Level Cal (➔ 31)

g Audio Adjust (

h Name Edit (➔ 32)

i Hardware (➔ 32)

BD/DVD

VCR/DVR

CBL/SAT

CBL/SAT GAME

GAME

AUX

AUX TV/CD

TV/CD PORT

PORT

Left Center Right Surround Right Surround Left Subwoofer

Input Ch(Mux) Input Ch(Mono) Panorama Dimension Center Width Center Image Listening Angle

Name

Remote ID AM Freq Step

➔ 31)

Common Procedures in Setup Menu

Remote indicator

RECEIVER

ENTER

q/w/e/r

SETUP

The on-screen setup menus appear on the connected TV and provide a convenient way to change the AV receiver’s various settings. Settings are organized into ten categories on the main menu. Carry out the settings by using the on-screen display.

Press RECEIVER followed by SETUP.

The following menu appears.

Setup Menu

1. HDMI Input

2. Component

3. Digital Audio

4. Sp Config

5. Sp Distance

6. Level Cal

7. Audio Adjust

8. Name Edit

9. Hardware

10. HDMI Setup

BD/DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME AUX TV/CD PORT

Tip

• If the main menu doesn’t appear, make sure the appropriate external input is selected on your TV.

Use q/w to select a menu, and then press ENTER.

Use q/w to select a target, and e/r to change the

setting.

Press SETUP to close the menu. Press RETURN to return to the main menu.

Note

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by

using SETUP, arrow buttons, and ENTER.

RETURN

- - - - -

HDMI1

HDMI2 HDMI3

e Sp Distance (➔ 30)

Unit Left Center Right Surround Right Surround Left Subwoofer

j HDMI Setup (➔ 32)

Audio TV OUT LipSync HDMI Control

Audio Return Ch Power Control

TV Control

Explanatory Notes

Menu Sp Config

Subwoofer

Ye s

Select if a subwoofer is connected.

No:

Select if no subwoofer is connected.

Component (Component Video Input)

Menu Component

If you connect a video component to a component video input, you must assign that input to an input selector. For example, if you connect your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2, you must assign “IN2” to the “BD/DVD” input selector.

Here are the default assignments.

a Menu selection b Setting target c Setting options (default setting underlined)

HDMI Input

Menu HDMI Input

If you connect a video component to an HDMI input, you must assign that input to an input selector. For example, if you connect your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player to HDMI IN 2, you must assign “HDMI2” to the “BD/DVD” input selector.

Here are the default assignments.

Input selector Default assignment

BD/DVD HDMI1

VCR/DVR - - - - -

CBL/SAT HDMI2

GAME HDMI3

AUX -----

TV/CD -----

PORT -----

■ BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, AUX, TV/

CD, PORT

` HDMI1, HDMI2, HDMI3:

Select a corresponding HDMI input that the video component has been connected.

` -----:

Select if you’re not using the HDMI OUT.

Each HDMI input cannot be assigned to two input selectors or more. When HDMI1 - HDMI3 have already been assigned, you must set first any unused input selectors to “-----”, or you will be unable to assign HDMI1 - HDMI3 to input selector.

Note

•When an HDMI IN is assigned to an input selector as explained

here, the digital audio input for that input selector is automatically set to the same HDMI IN (➔ 29, Digital Audio (Digital Audio Input)).

• If you connect a component (such as UP-A1 Dock that seated

iPod) to UNIVERSAL PORT jack, you cannot assign any input to PORT selector.

• Do not assign the component connected with the HDMI input to

TV/CD selector when you set “TV Control” setting to “On” (➔ 33). Otherwise, appropriate CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) operation will not be guaranteed.

Input selector Default assignment

BD/DVD IN1

VCR/DVR - - - - -

CBL/SAT IN2

GAME -----

AUX -----

TV/CD -----

PORT -----

■ BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, AUX, TV/

CD, PORT

` IN1, IN2:

Select a corresponding component video input that the video component has been connected.

` -----:

Select if you’re not using the COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT.

Note

• If you connect a component (such as UP-A1 Dock that seated

iPod) to the UNIVERSAL PORT jack, you cannot assign any input to PORT selector.

Digital Audio (Digital Audio Input)

Menu Digital Audio

If you connect a component to a digital audio input, you must assign that input to an input selector. For example, if you connect your CD player to the OPTICAL IN 1, you must assign “OPT1” to the “TV/CD” input selector.

Here are the default assignments.

Input selector Default assignment

BD/DVD COAX

VCR/DVR - - - - -

CBL/SAT -----

GAME OPT1

AUX -----

TV/CD OPT2

PORT -----

■ BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, AUX, TV/

CD, PORT

` COAX, OPT1, OPT2:

Select a corresponding digital audio input that the component has been connected.

` -----:

Select if the component is connected to an analog audio input.

Note

• When an HDMI IN is assigned to an input selector in “HDMI Input” (➔ 29), this input assignment is automatically set to the same HDMI IN. And in addition to the usual inputs (e.g., COAX, etc.), you can also select HDMI inputs.

• Available sampling rate for PCM signals from a digital input (optical and coaxial) is 32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz/16, 20, 24 bit.

• If you connect a component (such as UP-A1 Dock that seated iPod) to the UNIVERSAL PORT jack, you cannot assign any input to PORT selector.

Sp Config (Speaker Configuration)

Menu Sp Config

This section explains how to specify which speakers are connected and their sizes.

For speakers with a cone diameter larger than 16 cm, specify Large (full band). For those with a smaller diameter, specify Small (default crossover 120 Hz). The crossover frequency can be changed in the “Crossover (Crossover Frequency)” (➔ 30).

Note

• Speaker Configuration, Crossover Frequency, and Double Bass settings cannot be changed while headphones are connected, or “Audio TV OUT” setting is set to B is on.

“On” (➔ 32) or speaker set

■ Subwoofer

` Ye s

Select if a subwoofer is connected.

` No:

Select if no subwoofer is connected.

■ Front

` Small: ` Large:

Select based on the cone diameter.

Note

•If the “Subwoofer” setting is set to “No”, this setting is fixed at “Large” and does not appear.

■ Center

*1*2

, Surround

*1*2

` Small: ` Large:

Select based on the cone diameter.

` None:

Select if no speaker is connected.

Note

If the “Front” setting is set to “Small”, the “Large” option cannot be selected.

While Speakers B is on, these speakers output no sound (➔ 10).

Cone diameter

■ Crossover (Crossover Frequency)

This setting is advantageous for the speakers that you specified as “Small” in the “Sp Config (Speaker Configura-

tion)”

(➔ 30). To get the best bass performance from your speaker system, you need to set the crossover frequency according to the size and frequency response of your speakers.

` 40Hz, 50Hz, 60Hz, 80Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz,

200Hz:

Use the diameter of the smallest speaker in your system when choosing the crossover frequency.

Speaker cone diameter Crossover frequency

Over 20 cm

16 to 20 cm 80 Hz

13 to 16 cm 100 Hz

9 to 13 cm 120 Hz

Under 9 cm

Choose the setting suitable for the speaker.

Note

• For a more accurate setting, look up the frequency response in the manuals supplied with your speakers and set accordingly.

• Choose a higher crossover frequency if you want more sound from your subwoofer.

40/50/60 Hz

150/200 Hz

■ Double Bass

Note

• This function can be set only if the “Subwoofer” setting is set to “Ye s ”, and the “Front” setting is set to “Large”

(➔ 30).

With the Double Bass function, you can boost bass output by feeding bass sounds from the front left, right, and center channels to the subwoofer.

` On:

Double Bass function on.

` Off:

Double Bass function off.

Sp Distance (Speaker Distance)

Menu Sp Distance

Here you can specify the distance from each speaker to the listening position so that the sound from each speaker arrives at the listener’s ears as the sound designer intended.

■ Unit

` feet:

Distances can be set in feet. Range: 1ft to 30ft in 1 foot steps.

` meters

Distances can be set in meters. Range: 0.3m to 9.0m in 0.3 meter steps.

■ Left, Center, Right, Surround Right, Surround

Left, Subwoofer

` Specify the distance from the each speaker to your lis-

tening position.

Note

• The speaker distance setting cannot be changed while a pair of

headphones is connected, or “Audio TV OUT” setting is set to

“On” (➔ 32) or Speakers B is on.

• Speakers that you set to “No” or “None” in the “Sp Config

(Speaker Configuration)” (➔ 30) cannot be selected.

• The Center, Right, and Subwoofer distances can be set up to

1.5 m more or less than the Left distance. For example, if the Left distance is set to 6 m, the Center, Right, and Subwoofer distances can be set between 4.5 and 7.5 m.

• The Surround distances can be set up to 1.5 m more or 4.5 m less than the Left distance. For example, if the Left distance is set to 6 m, the SurrRight and SurrLeft distances can be set between 1.5 and 7.5 m.

Level Cal (Level Calibration)

Menu Level Cal

Here you can adjust the level of each speaker with the built-in test tone so that the volume of each speaker is the same at the listening position.

■ Left, Center

Left

` –12 dB to 0dB to +12 dB in 1 dB step.

■ Subwoofer

` –15 dB to 0dB to +12 dB in 1 dB step.

Note

• Speakers that you set to “No” or “None” in the “Sp Config (Speaker Configuration)” (➔ 30) cannot be selected.

• The speakers cannot be calibrated while a pair of headphones is connected, Speakers B is on, or “Audio TV OUT” setting is set to

“On” (➔ 32) or the AV receiver is muted.

For the center speaker and subwoofer, the level settings made by using AUDIO are saved.

Tip

• If you’re using a handheld sound level meter, adjust the level of each speaker so that it reads 75 dB SPL at the listening position, measured with C-weighting and slow reading.

, Right, Surround Right, Surround

■ Input Ch(Mux)

` Main:

The main channel is output.

` Sub:

The sub channel is output.

` M/S:

Both the main and sub channels are output.

Mono

This setting specifies the channel to be used for playing any 2-channel digital source such as Dolby Digital, or 2channel analog/PCM source in the Mono listening mode.

■ Input Ch(Mono)

` L+R

Both the left and right channels are output.

` Left:

Only the left channel is output.

` Right:

Only the right channel is output.

Dolby Settings

PLII Music (2ch Input)

These settings apply to only 2-channel stereo sources.

■ Panorama

` On:

Panorama function on.

` Off

Panorama function off.

With this setting, you can broaden the width of the front stereo image when using the Dolby Pro Logic II Music listening mode.

■ Dimension

` –3 to 0

With this setting, you can move the sound field forward or backward when using the Dolby Pro Logic II Music listening mode. Higher settings move the sound field backward. Lower settings move it forward.

If the stereo image feels too wide, or there’s too much surround sound, move the sound field forward to improve the balance. Conversely, if the stereo image feels like it’s in mono, or there’s not enough surround sound, move it backward.

to +3

Audio Adjust

Menu Audio Adjust

With the Audio Adjust functions and settings, you can adjust the sound and listening modes as you like.

Multiplex/Mono Settings

Multiplex

This setting determines which channel of a stereo multiplex source is output. Use it to select audio channels or languages with multiplex sources, multilingual TV broadcasts, and so on.

■ Center Width

` 0 to 3

to 7

With this setting, you can adjust the width of the sound from the center speaker when using the Dolby Pro Logic II Music listening mode. Normally, if you’re using a center speaker, the center channel sound is output by only the center speaker. (If you’re not using a center speaker, the center channel sound will be distributed to the front left and right speakers to create a phantom center). This setting controls the front left, right, and center mix, allowing you to adjust the weight of the center channel sound.

DTS Setting

Neo:6 Music

■ Center Image

` 0 to 2 to 5

With this setting, you can specify by how much the front left and right channel output is attenuated in order to create the center channel.

Setting a value “0” in the middle is set to hear a sound. Sound is spread in left and right (the outside) so that the set value is made big. Please adjust by liking.

Theater-Dimensional Setting

■ Listening Angle

` Wide

Select if the listening angle is 40 degrees.

` Narrow:

Select if the listening angle is 20 degrees. With this setting, you can optimize the Theater-Dimensional listening mode by specifying the angle of the

front left and right speakers relative to the listening position. Ideally, the front left and right speakers should be equidistant from the listening position and at an angle close to one of the two available settings.

Front left

speaker

Front right

speaker

20°/40°

Name Edit

Menu Name Edit

You can enter a preset name for each individual input selector for easy identification. When entered, the preset name will appear on the display.

Preparation

Press the input selector buttons to select an input source.

■ Name

` ---, Blu-ray, DVD, HD DVD, VCR, DVR, Tivo,

CableSTB, SAT STB, PS3, Wii, Xbox, PC, TV, CD, TAP E, iPod:

To reset to the default, select “---”.

Note

• Can not set the input selector by the same name.

• This menu cannot be used for the TUNER input selector.

Hardware

Menu Hardware

Remote Control Settings

■ Remote ID

` 1

, 2, or 3

When several Onkyo components are used in the same room, their remote ID codes may overlap. To differentiate the AV receiver from the other components, you can change its remote ID from “1”, to “2” or “3”.

Note

• If you do change the AV receiver’s remote ID, be sure to change the remote controller to the same ID (see below), otherwise, you won’t be able to control it with the remote controller.

Changing the Remote Controller’s ID

While holding down RECEIVER, press and hold

down SETUP until the remote indicator lights (about 3 seconds) (➔ 28).

Use the number buttons to enter ID 1, 2, or 3.

The remote indicator flashes twice.

AM Frequency Setup Settings

For AM tuning to work properly, you must specify the AM frequency step used in your area. Note that when this setting is changed, all radio presets will be deleted.

■ AM Freq Step

` 10kHz:

Select if 10 kHz steps are used in your area.

` 9kHz

Select if 9 kHz steps are used in your area.

HDMI Setup

Menu HDMI Setup

■ Audio TV OUT

` Off

HDMI audio is not output.

` On:

HDMI audio is output.

This preference determines whether audio received at the HDMI IN is output by the HDMI OUT. You may want to turn this preference on if your TV is connected to the HDMI OUT and you want to listen to the audio from a component that’s connected to an HDMI IN, through your TV’s speakers. Normally, this should be set to “Off”.

Note

“On” is selected and the signal can be output by the TV, the

•If AV receiver will output no sound through its speakers.

•If “On” is selected, “TV Sp On” appears on the display by pressing DISPLAY.

•When

“TV Control” is set to “On”, this setting is fixed to

“Auto”.

• With some TVs and input signals, no sound may be output even when this setting is set to

•When the “Audio TV OUT” setting is set to trol” is set to speakers (➔ 14), if you turn up the AV receiver’s volume control, the sound will be output by the AV receiver’s front left and right speakers. 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.

“On” and you’re listening through your TV’s

“On”.

“On”, or “TV Con-

■ LipSync

` Disable

HDMI lip sync disabled.

` Enable:

HDMI lip sync enabled. The AV receiver can be set to automatically correct any delay between the video and the audio, based on the

data from the connected monitor.

Note

• This function works only if your HDMI-compatible TV supports HDMI Lip Sync.

• You can check the amount of delay being applied by the HDMI Lip Sync function on the A/V Sync screen.

■ HDMI Control (RIHD)

` Off

p disabled.

` On:

p enabled.

This function allows

p-compatible components

connected via HDMI to be controlled with the AV receiver (➔ 49 to 51).

Note

• When set to “On” and close the menu, the name of connected p-compatible components and “RIHD On” are dis-

played on the AV receiver. “Search…” → “(name)” → “RIHD On” When the AV receiver cannot receive the name of the component, it is displayed as “Player the number of two or more component). When set to “Off” and close the menu, “RIHD Off” are displayed on the AV receiver. “Disconnect” → “RIHD Off”

•When an p-compatible component is connected to the AV receiver via the HDMI cable, the name of the connected component is displayed on the AV receiver display. For example, while you are watching TV broadcasting, if you operate a Blu-ray Disc/DVD player (being powered on) by the remote control of the AV receiver, the name of the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is displayed on the AV receiver.

•Set to

“Off” when a connected piece of equipment is not com-

patible or it is unclear whether the equipment is compatible or not.

• If movement is unnatural when set to

“Off”.

• Refer to the connected component’s instruction manual for details.

” or “Recorder*”, etc (“*” means

“On”, change the setting

■ Audio Return Ch (ARC)

` Off:

Select “Off” if you don’t want to use audio return channel (ARC) function.

` Auto

The audio signal from your TV tuner can be sent to the HDMI OUT of the AV receiver.

Audio return channel (ARC) function enables an HDMI

1.4 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 and

your TV must support

ARC function.

Note

•The “Audio Return Ch” setting can be set only when the above “HDMI Control” setting is set to “On”.

• This setting is set to “Auto” automatically when the above “HDMI Control” is set to “On” first time.

■ Power Control

` Off:

Power Control disabled.

` On

Power Control enabled.

To link the power functions of p-compatible components connected via HDMI, select “On”.

This setting is set to “On” automatically when the above “HDMI Control” is set to “On” first time.

Note

“Power Control” setting can be set only when the above

•The

“HDMI Control” setting is set to “On”.

• HDMI power control only works with p-compatible components that support it and may not work properly with some components due to their settings or compatibility.

• When set to “On”, power consumption will increase.

• When set to “On”, regardless of whether the AV receiver is On or in Standby, both audio and video stream from an HDMI input will be output to the TV or other components via HDMI connection (HDMI pass through function). When the HDMI pass through function activates in standby mode, HDMI THRU indicator will light.

• The power consumption during standby mode will increase during the HDMI pass through function; however in the following cases, the power consumption can be saved:

1. The TV is in standby mode.

2. You are watching a TV program.

• Refer to the connected component’s instruction manual for details.

■ TV Control

` Off:

TV Control disabled.

` On

TV Control enabled.

Set to “On” when you want to control the AV receiver from an p-compatible TV that is connected to

HDMI.

Note

• Do not assign the component connected with the HDMI input to

the TV/CD selector when you set “TV Control” setting to “On”. Otherwise, appropriate CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) operation is not guaranteed.

•Set to

“Off” when the TV is not compatible or when it is unclear

whether the TV is compatible or not.

•The

“TV Control” setting can be set only when the above

“HDMI Control” and “Power Control” settings are both set

to “On”.

• Refer to the connected component’s instruction manual for details.

After changing the settings of the “HDMI Control”, “Audio Return Ch”, “Power Control”, or “TV Con- trol”, turn off the power to all connected pieces of equipment and then turn them on again. Refer to the User’s Manuals for all connected pieces of equipment.

Using the Audio Settings

You can change various audio settings by pressing

AUDIO.

Note

• When the “Audio TV OUT” setting is set to “On” (➔ 32), AUDIO is disabled.

Press RECEIVER followed by AUDIO.

Use q/w to select an item, and e/r to change the

setting.

Repeat this step for the other settings.

Tone Control Settings

You can adjust the bass and treble for Speakers A and B front speakers, except when the Direct listening mode is selected.

■ Bass

` –10 dB to 0dB

You can boost or cut low-frequency sounds output by the front speakers.

■ Treble

` –10 dB to 0dB

You can boost or cut high-frequency sounds output by the front speakers.

Note

• To bypass the bass and treble tone circuits, select the Direct listening mode.

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its TONE, –, and + buttons (➔ 36).

to +10 dB in 2 dB steps

Speaker Levels

You can adjust the volume of each speaker while listening to an input source.

These temporary adjustments are cancelled when the AV receiver is set to Standby. To save the setting you made here, go to “Level Cal (Level Calibration)” (➔ 31) before setting the AV receiver to Standby.

■ Subwoofer

` –15 dB to 0dB to +12 dB in 1 dB steps

■ Center

` –12 dB to 0dB

Note

• You cannot use this function while the AV receiver is muted.

• Speakers that are set to “No” or “None” in the “Sp Config

(Speaker Configuration)” (➔ 30) cannot be adjusted.

to +12 dB in 1 dB steps

Late Night Function

With the Late Night function, you can reduce the dynamic range of Dolby Digital material so that you can still hear quiet parts even when listening at low volume levels— ideal for watching movies late at night when you don’t want to disturb anyone.

■ Late Night

For Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital Plus sources, the options are:

` Off

Late Night function off.

` Low:

Small reduction in dynamic range.

` High:

Large reduction in dynamic range.

For Dolby TrueHD sources, the options are:

` Auto

The Late Night function is set to “On” or “Off” automatically.

` Off:

Late Night function off.

` On:

Late Night function on.

Note

• The effect of the Late Night function depends on the material that you are playing and the intention of the original sound designer, and with some material there will be little or no effect when you select the different options.

• The Late Night function can be used only when the input source is Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, or Dolby TrueHD.

• The Late Night function is set to “Off” when the AV receiver is set to Standby. For Dolby TrueHD sources, it will be set to “Auto”.

Music Optimizer

Audio Selector

The Music Optimizer function enhances the sound quality of compressed music files. Use it with music files that use “lossy” compression, such as MP3.

■ M.Optimizer

` Off

Music Optimizer off.

` On:

Music Optimizer on.

Note

• The Music Optimizer function only works with PCM digital audio input signals with a sampling rate below 48 kHz and analog audio input signals. The Music Optimizer is disabled when the Direct listening mode is selected.

• The setting is stored individually for each input selector.

•The M.Opt indicator will light (➔ 8).

CinemaFILTER

With the CinemaFILTER, you can soften overly bright movie soundtracks, which are typically mixed for reproduction in a movie theater.

CinemaFILTER can be used with the following listening modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Multichannel, DTS, DTS Neo:6 Cinema, DTS 96/24, DTS-HD High Resolution, DTS-HD Master and DTS Express.

■ Cinema Fltr

` Off

CinemaFILTER off.

` On:

CinemaFILTER on.

Note

• The CinemaFILTER may not work when used with certain input sources.

You can set priorities of audio output when there are both digital and analog inputs.

■ AudioSel

` ARC:

The audio signal from your TV tuner can be sent to the HDMI OUT of the AV receiver.

With this selection the TV’s audio can be automatically selected as a priority among other assignments.

` HDMI:

This can be selected when HDMI IN has been assigned as an input source. If both HDMI (HDMI

IN) and digital audio inputs (COAXIAL IN or OPTI- CAL IN) have been assigned, HDMI input is auto-

matically selected as a priority.

` COAX:

This can be selected when COAXIAL IN has been assigned as an input source. If both coaxial and optical inputs have been assigned, coaxial input is automatically selected as a priority.

` OPT:

This can be selected when OPTICAL IN has been assigned as an input source.

` Analog:

The AV receiver always outputs analog signals.

Note

• The setting is stored individually for each input selector.

• This setting can be made only for the input source that is

assigned as HDMI IN, COAXIAL IN, or OPTICAL IN. If both HDMI (HDMI IN) and digital audio inputs (COAXIAL IN or OPTICAL IN) are assigned, HDMI input will be selected as a priority by setting to “ARC” (➔ 33). To select the digital audio input, see “Digital Audio (Digital Audio Input)” (➔ 29).

You can select “ARC” if you select the TV/CD input selector. But you cannot select it if you’ve selected “Off” in the “Audio Return Ch” setting (➔ 33).

A/V Sync

When using progressive scanning on your Blu-ray Disc/ DVD player, you may find that the picture and sound are out of sync. With this setting, you can correct this by delaying the audio signals.

■ A/V Sync

to 100 ms in 10 ms steps

` 0ms

Note

• A/V Sync is disabled when the Direct listening mode is used with an analog input source.

• The setting is stored individually for each input selector.

Digital Input Signal Formats

Adjusting the Bass & Treble

The digital input signal formats are available only for the input sources that you have assigned a digital input jack (➔ 29). Normally, the AV receiver detects the signal format automatically. However, if you experience either of the following issues when playing PCM or DTS material, you can manually set the signal format to PCM or DTS.

Note

• If the beginnings of tracks from a PCM source are cut off, try setting the format to PCM.

• If noise is produced when fast forwarding or reversing a DTS CD, try setting the format to DTS.

• The setting is stored individually for each input selector.

• The setting will be reset to “Aut o” when you change the setting in the “Audio Selector” (➔ 35).

Press RECEIVER, and then press and hold

AUDIO for about 8 seconds.

While “Auto” lights (about 3 seconds), press e/r

to select:

` Auto

: The format is detected automatically. If no digital input signal is present, the corresponding analog input is used instead.

` PCM:

Only 2-channel PCM format input signals will be heard. If the input signal is not PCM, the PCM indicator will flash and noise may also be produced.

` DTS:

Only DTS (but not DTS-HD) format input signals will be heard. If the input signal is not DTS, the DTS indicator will flash and there will be no sound.

You can adjust the bass and treble for Speakers A and B front speakers, except when the Direct listening mode is selected.

Press TONE on the AV receiver repeatedly to

select either “Bass” or “Treble”.

Use TONE –/+ on the AV receiver to adjust.

■ Bass

■ Treble

See “Bass” and “Tre ble ” of “Tone Control Settings” (➔ 34).

Note

• To bypass the bass and treble tone circuits, select the Direct listening mode.

• This procedure can also be performed on the remote controller by using TON E, –, and + buttons (➔ 9).

Controlling iPod

Connecting an Onkyo Dock

CB A

No. Onkyo Dock Cable Note Page

UP-A1 Dock

(Universal Port Option Dock)

ND-S1 Optical digital audio • See the ND-S1’s instruction manual for

RI Dock Analog audio (RCA) • See the RI Dock’s instruction manual

— • When UP-A1 Dock that seated iPod is

connected, the power consumption on standby mode slightly increases.

• You can control your iPod when

“PORT” is selected as the input source.

• See the UP-A1 Dock’s instruction manual for more information.

more information.

The ND-S1’s audio outputs are digital outputs. If the digital audio input

Coaxial digital audio

u cable

Component video

B/CB

PR/CR

on your AV receiver cannot be assigned to an input selector whose Input Display can be set to “DOCK”,

do not connect the u cable, otherwise a malfunction may occur.

for more information.

To u s e u (Remote Interactive), you must make an analog audio connection (RCA) between the AV receiver and the RI Dock.

(➔ 38)

Composite video

u cable

Models sold are different depending on the region.

Using the Onkyo Dock

Dock is sold separately. For the latest information on the Onkyo Dock compo-

nents, see the Onkyo web site at: http://www.onkyo.com Before using the Onkyo Dock components, update your iPod with the latest software, available from the Apple web site. For supported iPod models, see the instruction manual of the Onkyo Dock.

UP-A1 Dock

With the UP-A1 Dock, you can easily play the music, photo, or movie stored on your Apple iPod through the AV receiver and enjoy great sound.

You can use the AV receiver’s remote controller to operate your iPod.

■ Basic Operation

The AV receiver may take several seconds to startup, so you might not hear the first few seconds of the first song.

Auto Power On

If you start iPod playback while the AV receiver is on Standby, the AV receiver will automatically turn on and select your iPod as the input source.

Direct Change

If you start iPod playback while listening to another input source, the AV receiver will automatically select your iPod as the input source.

Using the AV receiver’s Remote Controller

You can use the AV receiver’s remote controller to control basic iPod functions (➔ 39).

■ Using Your iPod models Alarm Clock

You can use your iPod models Alarm Clock function to automatically turn on your iPod and the AV receiver at a specified time. The AV receiver’s input source will automatically be set to the PORT selector.

Note

• To use this function, your iPod must be in the UP-A1 Dock, and the UP-A1 Dock must be connected to the AV receiver.

• This function only works when the Standard mode is set to On.

• When you use this function, be sure to set the AV receiver’s volume control to a suitable level.

• You cannot use this function for sound effects on your iPod.

■ Charging Your iPod models Battery

The UP-A1 Dock charges your iPod models battery while your iPod is in the UP-A1 Dock and connected to the UNIVERSAL PORT jack on the AV receiver. While your iPod is seated in the UP-A1 Dock, its battery will be charged when the AV receiver is set to “On” or “Standby”.

Note

• When UP-A1 Dock that seated iPod is connected, the power consumption on standby mode slightly increases.

■ Status Messages

• PORT Reading

The AV receiver is checking the connection with the dock.

• PORT Not Support

The AV receiver do not support the connected dock.

•PORT UP-A1

UP-A1 Dock is connected.

Note

• The AV receiver displays the message “ onds after recognizing the UP-A1.

• When the status message is not displayed on the AV receiver’s display, check the connection to your iPod.

UP-A1” for several sec-

ND-S1

■ Operating Notes

• Functionality depends on your iPod model and generation.

• Before selecting a different input source, stop iPod playback to prevent the AV receiver from selecting the iPod input source by mistake.

• If any accessories are connected to your iPod, the AV receiver may not be able to select the input source properly.

• When connecting UP-A1 Dock to the radio tuner UP-DT1 with AUTO selected by the tuner’s Mode Selector switch, you can switch the input source between UP-A1 Dock and the tuner, by pressing PORT repeatedly on the front panel.

• While your iPod is in the UP-A1 Dock, its volume control has no effect. If you adjust your iPod models volume control while it’s in the UP-A1 Dock, make sure it’s not set too high before you reconnect your headphones.

• The Auto Power On function will not work if you set your iPod in the UP-A1 Dock while it is playing.

• Do not turn off the power with the iPod still connected to this unit via the UP-A1 Dock.

• Set your iPod in the UP-A1 Dock after the AV receiver turns on.

With the ND-S1 Digital Media Transport, you can easily play the music stored on your iPod through the AV receiver and enjoy great sound. The ND-S1 processes the digital audio signal directly from your iPod for high-quality digital audio output (optical or coaxial).

Note

• Set the ND-S1 iPod/PC Mode to “iPod”.

• Set the AV receiver’s Input Display to “DOCK” (➔ 20).

RI Dock

With the RI Dock, you can easily play the music stored on your Apple iPod through the AV receiver and enjoy great sound, and watch iPod slideshows and videos on your TV. In addition, the onscreen display (OSD) allows you to view, navigate, and select your iPod’s contents on your TV, and with the supplied remote controller, you can control your iPod from the comfort of your sofa. You can even use the AV receiver’s remote controller to operate your iPod.

Note

• Enter the appropriate remote control code before using the AV

receiver’s remote controller for the first time (➔ 41).

• Connect the RI Dock to the AV receiver with an u cable

(➔ 37).

• Set the RI Dock’s RI MODE switch to “HDD” or “HDD/ DOCK”.

• Set the AV receiver’s Input Display to “DOCK” (➔ 20).

■ System Function

System On

When you turn on the AV receiver, the ND-S1, RI Dock and iPod turn on automatically. In addition, when the ND-S1, RI Dock and iPod are on, the AV receiver can be turned on by pressing ON/STANDBY.

Aut o Powe r On

If you press the remote controller’s 1 while the AV receiver is on Standby, the AV receiver will automatically turn on, select your iPod as the input source, and your iPod will start playback.

Direct Change

If you start iPod playback while listening to another input source, the AV receiver will automatically switch to the input to which the ND-S1 and RI Dock is connected.

Other Remote Controllers

You can use the remote controller that came with the AV receiver to control other iPod functions. The available functionality depends on the AV receiver.

iPod Alarm

If you use the Alarm function on your iPod to start playback, the AV receiver will turn on at the specified time and select your iPod as the input source automatically.

Note

• Linked operations do not work with video playback or when the alarm is set to play a sound.

• If you use your iPod with any other accessories, iPod playback detection may not work.

• This function only works when the Standard mode is set to On.

Controlling Your iPod

By pressing REMOTE MODE that’s been programmed with the remote control code for your Dock, you can control your iPod in the Dock with the following buttons. See “Entering Remote Control Codes” for details on entering a remote control code (➔ 41). See to the Dock’s instruction manual for more information.

■ UP-A1 Dock

PORT is preprogrammed with the remote control code for controlling a Dock with Universal Port connector.

You can control your iPod when “PORT” is selected as the input source.

Without the RI Control

You must enter a remote control code 82990 first (➔ 41).

■ ND-S1

• Set the ND-S1 iPod/PC mode to “iPod”.

■ RI Dock

• Set the RI Dock’s RI MODE switch to “HDD” or “HDD/DOCK”.

• ON/STANDBY may not work with a remote control code (without u). In this case, make an u connection and enter a remote control code 82351 (with u).

With the RI Control

In this case, make an u connection and enter a remote control code 82351 (with u).

• Set the AV receiver’s Input Display to “DOCK” (➔ 20).

■ Operating Notes

• Use the AV receiver’s volume control to adjust the playback volume.

• While your iPod is inserted in the ND-S1 and RI Dock, its volume control has no effect.

• If you do adjust the volume control on your iPod while it’s inserted in the ND-S1 and RI Dock, be careful that it’s not set too loud before you reconnect your earphones.

Note

• On the 5th generation iPod and iPod nano, the click wheel is disabled during playback. For ND-S1, use iPod to start and stop playback and the remote controller to control other iPod functions.

Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE first.

✔: Available buttons

Onkyo Dock

b c

g h

Buttons

ON/STANDBY 9

TOP MEN U

q/w/e/r

ENTER PLAYLIST e/r

1, 3, 2, 5, 4,

7, 6

REPEAT ✔✔✔

RANDOM ✔✔✔

PLAY MODE

DISPLAY

MUTING ✔

ALBUM +/– ✔✔✔

VOL q/w

RETURN ✔

UP-A1 Dock

✔

✔✔✔

✔

ND-S1

✔

✔✔

✔

Note

• With some iPod models and generations, certain buttons may not work as expected.

• For detailed operation of the iPod, please refer to the instruction manual.

This button does not turn the Onkyo DS-A2 or DS-A2X RI Dock on or off. Your iPod may not respond the first time you press this button, in which case you should press it again. This is because the remote controller transmits the On and Standby commands alternately, so if your iPod is already on, it will remain on when the remote controller transmits an On command. Similarly, if your iPod is already off, it will remain off when the remote controller transmits an Off command.

Press DISPLAY to change the following modes:

Standard mode

Nothing is displayed on your TV and you navigate and select your contents by using your iPod models display. Only this mode can playback the video.

Extended mode

Playlists (artists, albums, songs, and so on) are displayed on your TV, and you can navigate and select your music while looking at your TV.

In Extended mode (see *2), PLAYLIST is used as the page jump button. With the page modes, you can quickly locate your favorite songs even when your song lists, artist lists, and so on are very long.

Resume mode

With the Resume function, you can resume playback of the song that was playing when you removed your iPod from the RI Dock or changed the OSD mode to Off.

Operation can be performed if you connect ND-S1 via u inputting the RI cable.

TOP MEN U works as a Mode button when used with a DS-A2 RI Dock.

DISPLAY turns on backlight for 30 seconds.

Note

• In Extended mode (see

), the playback will be continued even if the AV receiver is turned off.

), you cannot operate your iPod directly.

), it may take some time to acquire the contents.

), video contents can not display on your TV.

u Dock

Controlling Other Components

You can use the AV receiver’s remote controller (RC-762M) to control your other AV components. This section explains how to enter the remote control code (with the default underlined) for a component that you want to control: DVD, TV, CD, etc.

Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes

The following REMOTE MODE are preprogrammed with remote control codes for controlling the components listed. You do not need to enter a remote control code to control these components. For details on controlling these components, see the pages indicated.

BD/DVD Onkyo Blu-ray Disc player (➔ 42) TV/CD Onkyo CD player (➔ 42) PORT Onkyo Universal Port Option Dock (➔ 39)

Entering Remote Control Codes

You’ll need to enter a code for each component that you want to control.

Look up the appropriate remote control code in

the Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via u.

While holding down REMOTE MODE to which

you want to enter a code, press and hold down

DISPLAY (about 3 seconds).

Note

• Remote control codes cannot be entered for RECEIVER.

• Apart from RECEIVER, remote control codes from any category can be entered for REMOTE MODE. However, these buttons also work as input selector buttons (➔ 19), so choose a REMOTE MODE that corresponds with the input to which you connect your component. For example, if you connect your CD player to the CD input, choose TV/CD when entering its remote control code.

Within 30 seconds, use the number buttons to

enter the 5-digit remote control code.

The remote indicator flashes twice. If the remote control code is not entered successfully, the remote indicator will flash once slowly.

Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via u

Onkyo components that are connected via u are controlled by pointing the remote controller at the AV receiver, not the component. This allows you to control components that are out of view, in a rack, for example.

Make sure the Onkyo component is connected

with an u cable and an analog audio cable (RCA).

See “Connecting Onkyo u Components” for details (➔ 16).

Enter the appropriate remote control code for

REMOTE MODE.

• BD/DVD

` 31612:

Onkyo DVD player with u

• TV/CD

` 71323:

Onkyo CD player with u

` 42157:

Onkyo cassette tape deck with u

• PORT

` 82351

Onkyo Universal Port Option Dock

• TUNER

` 51805

Onkyo AV receiver’s tuner

See the previous section for how to enter remote control codes.

Note

• When using a cassette tape deck connected via u, press

and hold TV/CD to switch to TAPE.

Press REMOTE MODE, point the remote control-

ler at the AV receiver, and operate the component.

If you want to control an Onkyo component by pointing the remote controller directly at it, or you want to control

an Onkyo component that’s not connected via u, use the following remote control codes:

• BD/DVD

` 30627:

Onkyo DVD player without u

• TV/CD

` 71817:

Onkyo CD player without u

` 11807:

Onkyo TV

If you want to control an Onkyo component by pointing the remote controller directly at it, use the following remote control codes:

` 32900:

Onkyo Blu-ray Disc player

` 32901:

Onkyo HD-DVD player

` 70868:

Onkyo MD recorder

` 71323:

Onkyo CD recorder

` 82990:

Onkyo Universal Port Option Dock

Note

• If you connect a cassette tape deck to the TV/CD IN jack, or connect an RI Dock to the TV/CD IN or VCR/DVR IN or

GAME IN jacks, for u to work properly, you must set the Input Display accordingly (➔ 20).

Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons

You c a n r es et a REMOTE MODE to its default remote control code.

While holding down REMOTE MODE that you

want to reset, press and hold down AUDIO until the remote indicator lights (about 3 seconds).

Within 30 seconds, press REMOTE MODE again.

The remote indicator flashes twice, indicating that the button has been reset.

Each of REMOTE MODE is preprogrammed with a remote control code. When a button is reset, its preprogrammed code is restored.

Controlling Other Components

By pressing REMOTE MODE that’s been programmed with the remote control code for your component, you can control Onkyo component as below. For details on entering a remote control code for a different component (➔ 41).

Controlling a Blu-ray Disc/DVD Player, HD DVD Player or DVD Recorder

BD/DVD is preprogrammed with the remote control code

for controlling a component that supports the p. The component must be able to receive remote control

commands via p and be connected to the AV receiver via HDMI.

Resetting the Remote Controller

You can reset the remote controller to its default settings.

While holding down RECEIVER, press and hold

down AUDIO until the remote indicator lights (about 3 seconds).

Within 30 seconds, press RECEIVER again.

The remote indicator flashes twice, indicating that the remote controller has been reset.

Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE first.

✔: Available buttons

Components

l m

Buttons

ON/STANDBY 9✔✔ ✔✔✔✔

GUIDE ✔✔✔

TOP MENU ✔

c q/w/e/r

ENTER

SETUP ✔✔ ✔✔✔

d e 1, 3, 2, 5,

4, 7, 6

REPEAT

RANDOM

PLAY MODE

Number: 1 to 9, 0 ✔✔ ✔✔✔

Number: +10

DISPLAY ✔✔ ✔✔✔

MUTING ✔✔ ✔✔✔✔

DISC +/– ✔✔

PREV CH ✔✔✔

MENU ✔

RETURN ✔✔ ✔✔

AUDIO

CLR ✔✔ ✔✔✔

The p function is not supported. The p supported by the AV receiver is the CEC system control function of the HDMI standard.

These buttons functions as colored buttons or A, B, C, D buttons.

3 (Pause) functions as reverse playback.

Note

• See the “Controlling Your iPod” about the operation of iPod

(➔ 39).

DVD player/DVD recorder

Blu-ray Disc player

HD DVD player

VCR/PVR

Satellite receiver

Cable receiver

CD player/CD recorder

MD recorder

✔✔ ✔✔✔

✔✔✔✔

✔

*1*2✔*1✔*2

✔

*1*2

✔

*1*2✔*1✔*2

✔

*1*2✔*1✔*2

✔

*1✔*1

✔

*1✔*1

✔

✔✔ ✔

✔

Cassette tape deck

✔

Note

• With some components, certain buttons may not work as expected, and some may not work at all.

Troubleshooting

If you have any trouble using the AV receiver, look for a solution in this section. If you can’t resolve the issue yourself, contact your Onkyo dealer.

If you can’t resolve the issue yourself, try resetting the AV receiver before contacting your Onkyo dealer.

To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press ON/ STANDBY. “Clear” will appear on the display and the AV receiver will enter Standby mode.

Note that resetting the AV receiver will delete your radio presets and custom settings.

Remote indicator

RECEIVER

AUDIO

To reset the remote controller to its factory defaults, while holding down RECEIVER, press and hold down AUDIO until the remote indicator lights (about 3 seconds). Within 30 seconds, press RECEIVER

again.

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 COMPO- NENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings.

Power

■ Can’t turn on the AV receiver

Make sure that the power cord is properly plugged into the wall outlet.

Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, wait five seconds or more, then plug it in again.

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■ The STANDBY indicator flashes red

The protection circuitry has been activated. Remove the power cord from the wall outlet immediately. Disconnect all speaker cables and input sources, and then leave the AV receiver with its power cord disconnected for 1 hour. After that, reconnect the power cord and set the volume to maximum. If the AV receiver stays on, set then the volume to minimum, disconnect the power cord, and reconnect your speakers and input sources. If the AV receiver turns off when you set the volume to maximum, disconnect the power cord, and contact your Onkyo dealer.

Audio

■ There’s no sound, or it’s very quiet

Press SPEAKERS A or B to turn on the indicator for the speakers that you want to output sound.

Make sure that the digital input source is selected properly.

Make sure that all audio connecting plugs are pushed in all the way.

Make sure that the inputs and outputs of all components are connected properly.

Make sure that the polarity of the speaker cables is correct, and that the bare wires are in contact with the metal part of each speaker terminal.

Make sure that the input source is properly selected. 19

Make sure that the speaker cables are not shorting. 11

Check the volume. The AV receiver is designed for home theater enjoyment. It has a wide volume range, allowing precise adjustment.

If the MUTING indicator is flashing on the display, press the remote controller’s MUTING to unmute the AV receiver.

While a pair of headphones is connected to the PHONES jack, no sound is output by the speakers.

If there’s no sound from a DVD player connected to an HDMI IN, check the DVD player’s output settings, and be sure to select a supported audio format.

Check the digital audio output setting on the connected device. On some game consoles, such as those that support DVD, the default setting is off.

With some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an audio output format from a menu.

If your turntable uses an MC cartridge, you must connect an MC head amp, or an MC transformer.

Make sure that none of the connecting cables are bent, twisted, or damaged.

Not all listening modes use all speakers. 25

Specify the speaker distances and adjust the individual speaker levels.

The input signal format is set to PCM or DTS. Set it to Auto.

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14-16

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■ Only the front speakers produce sound

When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected, only the front speakers and subwoofer produce sound.

Check the Speaker Configuration. 30

■ Noise can be heard

—

Using cable ties to bundle audio cables with power cords, speaker cables, and so on may degrade the audio performance, so don’t do it.

An audio cable may be picking up interference. Try repositioning your cables.

—

■ Only the center speaker produces sound

If you use the Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Dolby Pro Logic II Music, or Dolby Pro Logic II Game listening mode with a mono source, such as an AM radio station or mono TV program, the sound is concentrated in the center speaker.

Make sure the speakers are configured correctly. 30

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■ The surround speakers produce no sound

When the T-D (Theater-Dimensional), Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected, the surround speakers produce no sound.

Depending on the source and current listening mode, not much sound may be produced by the surround speakers. Try selecting another listening mode.

Make sure the speakers are configured correctly. 30

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■ The center speaker produces no sound

When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected, the center speaker produces no sound.

Make sure the speakers are configured correctly. 30

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■ The subwoofer produces no sound

The subwoofer outputs no sound while only Speakers B is on. Turn on Speakers A.

When you play source material that contains no information in the LFE channel, the subwoofer produces no sound.

Make sure the speakers are configured correctly. 30

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■ There’s no sound with a certain signal format

Check the digital audio output setting on the connected device. On some game consoles, such as those that support DVD, the default setting is off.

With some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an audio output format from a menu.

Depending on the input signal, some listening modes cannot be selected.

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25–27

■ Can’t get 5.1 playback

When speaker B is turned on, Speakers A is reduced to 2.1 channel playback.

You can not always select all of the listening modes, depending on the number of the speakers connected.

25–27

■ The volume cannot be set to 79

After the volume level of each individual speaker has been adjusted, the maximum volume may be reduced.

■ The Late Night function doesn’t work

Make sure the source material is Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and Dolby TrueHD.

■ About DTS signals

When DTS program material ends and the DTS bitstream stops, the AV receiver remains in DTS listening mode and the DTS indicator remains on. This is to prevent noise when you use the pause, fast forward, or fast reverse function on your player. If you switch your player from DTS to PCM, because the AV receiver does not switch formats immediately, you may not hear any sound, in which case you should stop your player for about three seconds, and then resume playback.

With some CD and LD players, you won’t be able to playback DTS material properly even though your player is connected to a digital input on the AV receiver. This is usually because the DTS bitstream has been processed (e.g., output level, sampling rate, or frequency response changed) and the AV receiver doesn’t recognize it as a genuine DTS signal. In such cases, you may hear noise.

When playing DTS program material, using the pause, fast forward, or fast reverse function on your player may produce a short audible noise. This is not a malfunction.

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■ The beginning of audio received by an HDMI IN

can’t be heard

Since it takes longer to identify the format of an HDMI signal than it does for other digital audio signals, audio output may not start immediately.

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Video

■ There’s no picture

Make sure that all video connecting plugs are pushed in all the way.

Make sure that each video component is properly connected.

If the video source is connected to a component video input, you must assign that input to an input selector, and your TV must be connected to COM- PONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT.

If the video source is connected to a composite video input, your TV must be connected to the corresponding composite video output.

If the video source is connected to an HDMI input, you must assign that input to an input selector, and your TV must be connected to the HDMI OUT.

On your TV, make sure that the video input to which the AV receiver is connected is selected.

14, 15

15, 29

14, 29

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■ There’s no picture from a source connected to

an HDMI IN

Reliable operation with an HDMI-to-DVI adapter is not guaranteed. In addition, video signals from a PC are not guaranteed.

■ The on-screen menus don’t appear

On your TV, make sure that the video input to which the AV receiver is connected is selected.

When the AV receiver doesn’t connect TV with HDMI, onscreen menus are not displayed.

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Tuner

If you’ve connected a cassette tape deck, to the TV/ CD IN jack, or an RI Dock to the TV/CD IN or GAME IN or VCR/DVR IN jacks, for the remote

controller to work properly, you must set the display.

If you cannot operate it, you will need to enter the appropriate remote control code.

To control an Onkyo component that’s connected via u, point the remote controller at the AV receiver.

Be sure to enter the appropriate remote control code first.

To control an Onkyo component that’s not connected via u, point the remote controller at the compo-

nent. Be sure to enter the appropriate remote control code first.

■ Reception is noisy, FM stereo reception is

noisy, or the FM STEREO indicator doesn’t light

Relocate your antenna. —

Move the AV receiver away from your TV or computer.

Listen to the station in mono. 21

When listening to an AM station, operating the remote controller may cause noise.

Passing cars and airplanes can cause interference. —

Concrete walls weaken radio signals. —

If nothing improves the reception, install an outdoor antenna.

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Remote Controller

■ The remote controller doesn’t work

Before operating this unit, be sure to press RECEIVER.

Make sure that the batteries are installed with the correct polarity.

Install new batteries. Don’t mix different types of batteries, or old and new batteries.

Make sure that the remote controller is not too far away from the AV receiver, and that there’s no obstruction between the remote controller and the AV receiver’s remote control sensor.

Make sure that the AV receiver is not subjected to direct sunshine or inverter-type fluorescent lights. Relocate if necessary.

If the AV receiver is installed in a rack or cabinet with colored-glass doors, the remote controller may not work reliably when the doors are closed.

Make sure you’ve selected the correct remote controller mode.

Make sure you’ve entered the correct remote control code.

Make sure to set the same ID on both the AV receiver and remote controller.

■ Can’t control other components

If it’s an Onkyo component, make sure that the u cable and analog audio cable are connected properly.

Connecting only an u cable won’t work.

Make sure you’ve selected the correct remote controller mode.

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UP-A1 Dock for iPod

■ There’s no sound

Make sure your iPod is actually playing. —

Make sure your iPod is inserted properly in the Dock.

Make sure the UP-A1 Dock is connected to the UNI- VERSAL PORT jack on the AV receiver.

Make sure the AV receiver is turned on, the correct input source is selected, and the volume is turned up.

Make sure the plugs are pushed in all the way. —

Try resetting your iPod. —

■ There’s no video

Make sure that your iPod’s TV OUT setting is set to On.

Make sure the correct input is selected on your TV or the AV receiver.

Some versions of the iPod do not output video. —

■ The AV receiver’s remote controller doesn’t

control your iPod

Make sure your iPod is properly inserted in the Dock. If your iPod is in a case, it may not connect properly to the Dock. Always remove your iPod from the case before inserting it into the Dock.

The iPod cannot be operated while it’s displaying the Apple logo.

Make sure you’ve selected the right remote mode. —

When you use the AV receiver’s remote controller, point it toward your AV receiver.

When connecting UP-A1 Dock to the radio tuner UP-DT1 with AUTO selected by the tuner’s Mode Selector switch, you can switch the input source between UP-A1 Dock and the tuner, by pressing PORT repeatedly on the front panel.

If you still can’t control your iPod, start playback by pressing your iPod’s Play button. Remote operation should then be possible.

Try resetting your iPod. —

Depending on your iPod, some buttons may not work as expected.

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■ The AV receiver unexpectedly selects your iPod

as the input source

Always pause iPod playback before selecting a different input source. If playback is not paused, the Direct Change function may select your iPod as the input source by mistake during the transition between tracks.

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The AV receiver contains a microcomputer for signal processing and control functions. In very rare situations, severe interference, noise from an external source, or static electricity may cause it to lockup. In the unlikely event that this happens, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, wait at least five seconds, and then plug it back in again.

Recording

■ Can’t record

On your recorder, make sure the correct input is selected.

To prevent signal loops and damage to the AV receiver, input signals are not fed through to outputs with the same name (e.g., VCR/DVR IN to VCR/ DVR OUT).

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Others

■ The sound changes when I connect my

headphones

When a pair of headphones is connected, the listening mode is set to Stereo, unless it’s already set to Stereo, Mono, or Direct.

■ How do I change the language of a multiplex

source

Use the “Multiplex” setting on the “Audio Adjust” menu to select “Main” or “Sub”.

■ The u functions don’t work

To u se u, you must make an u connection and an analog audio connection (RCA) between the component and AV receiver, even if they are connected digitally.

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Onkyo is not responsible for damages (such as CD rental fees) due to unsuccessful recordings caused by the unit’s malfunction. Before you record important data, make sure that the material will be recorded correctly.

Before disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet, set the AV receiver to Standby.

■ The following settings can be made for the

composite video inputs

You must use the buttons on the unit to make these settings.

1. While holding down the input selector button for the

input source that you want to set, press SETUP.

2. Use e/r to change the setting.

3. Press the input selector button for the input source that

you want to set when you’ve finished.

• Video Attenuation

This setting can be made for the BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, or AUX input.

If you have a games console connected to the composite video input, and the picture isn’t very clear, you can attenuate the gain.

Video ATT:OFF: (default). Video ATT:ON: Gain is reduced by 2 dB.

Specifications

Amplifier Section

Rated Output Power All channels:

Dynamic Power 160 W (3 Ω, Front)

THD (Total Harmonic Distortion)

Damping Factor 60 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ω)

Input Sensitivity and Impedance

Output Level and Impedance

Frequency Response 20 Hz - 50 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (DSP bypass)

Tone Control Characteristies

Signal to Noise Ratio 100 dB (LINE, IHF-A)

Speaker Impedance 6 Ω - 16 Ω

1 ch × 100 W at 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 1 ch driven (IEC)

125 W (4 Ω, Front) 85 W (8 Ω, Front)

0.08% (1 kHz, 1 W)

200 mV/47 kΩ (LINE)

200 mV/2.2 kΩ (REC OUT)

±10 dB, 50 Hz (BASS) ±10 dB, 20 kHz (TREBLE)

Video Section

Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance

1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component Y)

0.7 Vp-p/75 Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 1 Vp-p/75 Ω (Composite)

Component Video Frequency Response

5 Hz - 100 MHz/+0 dB, -3 dB

Tune r Sec t ion

FM Tuning Frequency Range

87.50 MHz - 108.00 MHz, RDS

AM Tuning Frequency Range

522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz

Preset Channel 40

General

Power Supply AC 230 V, 50 Hz

Power Consumption 310 W

Stand-by Power Consumption

0.3 W

Dimensions (W × H × D)

Wei ght 8.0 kg

■ HDMI

Input IN 1, IN 2, IN 3

Output OUT

Video Resolution 1080p

Audio Format Dolby TrueHD, DTS Master Audio,

Supported CEC, 3D, ARC, Deep Color, LipSync

■ Video Inputs

Component IN 1, IN 2

Composite BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME

■ Video Outputs

Component OUT

Composite MONITOR OUT, VCR/DVR OUT

■ Audio Inputs

Digital Optical: 2

Analog BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME,

■ Audio Outputs

Analog VCR/DVR

Subwoofer Pre Output

Speaker Outputs SP-A (L, R), C, SL, SR + SP-B (L, R)

Phones 1 (6.3 ø)

435 mm × 151.5 mm × 328.5 mm

DVD-Audio, DSD

Coaxial: 1

TV/CD, AUX

■ Others

Universal Port 1

RI 1

Specifications and features are subject to change without notice.

About HDMI

Designed to meet the increased demands of digital TV, HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a new digital interface standard for connecting TVs, projectors, Blu-ray Disc/DVD players, set-top boxes, and other video components. Until now, several separate video and audio cables have been required to connect AV components. With HDMI, a single cable can carry control signals, digital video, and up to eight channels of digital audio (2-channel PCM, multichannel digital audio, and multichannel PCM).

The HDMI video stream (i.e., video signal) is compatible with DVI (Digital Visual Interface)*1, so TVs and displays with a DVI input can be connected by using an HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable. (This may not work with some TVs and displays, resulting in no picture.)

The AV receiver uses HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) display the picture.

The AV receiver’s HDMI interface is based on the following: Audio Return Channel, 3D, x.v.Color, Deep Color, Lip Sync, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution

Audio, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DSD and Multichannel PCM

Supported Audio Formats

• 2-channel linear PCM (32–192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit)

• Multichannel linear PCM (up to 7.1 ch, 32–192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit)

• Bitstream (DSD, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio)

Your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player must also support HDMI output of the above audio formats.

About Copyright Protection

, so only HDCP-compatible components can

The AV receiver supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection)*2, a copy-protection system for digital video signals. Other devices connected to the AV receiver via HDMI must also support HDCP.

DVI (Digital Visual Interface): The digital display interface standard set by the DDWG*3 in 1999.

HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection): The video encryption technology developed by Intel for HDMI/DVI. It’s designed to protect video content and requires a HDCP-compatible device to display the encrypted video.

DDWG (Digital Display Working Group): Lead by Intel, Compaq, Fujitsu, Hewlett Packard, IBM, NEC, and Silicon Image, this open industry group’s objective is to address the industry’s requirements for a digital connectivity specification for high-performance PCs and digital displays.

Note

• The HDMI video stream is compatible with DVI (Digital Visual Interface), so TVs and displays with a DVI input can be connected by using an HDMI-to-DVI adapter cable. (Note that DVI connections only carry video, so you’ll need to make a separate connection for audio.) However, reliable operation with such an adapter is not guaranteed. In addition, video signals from a PC are not supported.

• The HDMI audio signal (sampling rate, bit length, etc.) may be restricted by the connected source component. If the picture is poor or there’s no sound from a component connected via HDMI, check its setup. Refer to the connected component’s instruction manual for details.

Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder

p, which stands for Remote Interactive over HDMI, is the name of the system control function found on Onkyo components. The AV receiver can be used with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which allows system control over HDMI and is part of the HDMI standard. CEC provides interoperability between various components, however, opera-

tion with components other than p-compatible components cannot be guaranteed.

■ About p-compatible components

The following components are p-compatible. (As of February 2010) See the Onkyo web site for latest information.

• Panasonic VIERA Link compatible TV

• Toshiba REGZA-LINK compatible TV

• Sharp TV (See Onkyo web site for latest information on compatible models.)

Players/Recorders

• Onkyo and Integra p-compatible players

• Panasonic VIERA Link compatible players and recorders (only when used together with Panasonic VIERA Link compatible TV)

• Toshiba REGZA-LINK compatible players and recorders (only when used together with Toshiba REGZALINK compatible TV)

• Sharp players and recorders (only when used together with Sharp TV)

Models other than those mentioned above may have some interoperability if compatible with CEC which is part of the HDMI Standard, but operation cannot be guaranteed.

Note

• Do not connect the p-compatible component more than the following number to the HDMI input terminal so that the linked operations work properly. –Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is up to three. –Blu-ray Disc recorder/DVD recorder/Digital Video Recorder is up to three. –Cable/Satellite Set-top box is up to four.

• Do not connect the AV receiver to the other AV receiver/AV amplifier via HDMI.

• When the p-compatible component more than the above-mentioned is connected, the linked operations are not guaranteed.

■ Operations that can be performed with p

connection

For p-compatible TV

The following linked operation is possible by connecting the AV receiver to an p-compatible TV.

• The AV receiver will enter Standby mode when the power of the TV is turned to Standby.

• You can set on the menu screen of the TV to either output the audio from the speakers connected to the AV receiver, or from the speakers of the TV.

• It is possible to output the video/audio from the antenna or from the input jack of the TV from the speakers connected to the AV receiver. (A connection such as optical digital cable or similar is required above the HDMI cable.)

• Input to the AV receiver can be selected with the remote controller of the TV.

• Operations such as volume adjustment or similar for the AV receiver can be performed from the remote controller of the TV.

For p-compatible players/recorders

The following link operation is possible by connecting the AV receiver to an p-compatible player/recorder.

• When the playback is started on the player/recorder, input of the AV receiver will switch to the HDMI input of the player/recorder that is playing back.

• Operation of the player/recorder is possible with the remote controller supplied with the AV receiver.

Not all functions may operate depending on the model.

■ How to connect and setup

Confirm the connecting and setting.

1. Connect the HDMI OUT jack to the HDMI input

jack of the TV.

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, etc.

HDMI connection

AV r e c eive r

DIGITAL AUDIO connection (OPTICAL)

TV, projector, etc.

HDMI connection

2. Connect the audio output from the TV to the

OPTICAL IN 2 jack of the AV receiver using an optical digital cable.

Note

• When the audio return channel (ARC) function is used with TV for HDMI 1.4, it should not be this connection (➔ 33).

3. Connect the HDMI output of the Blu-ray Disc/

DVD player/recorder to the HDMI IN 1 jack of the AV receiver.

Note

• It is necessary to assign the HDMI input when connecting the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player/recorder to other jacks (➔ 29). Do not assign the components connected to the HDMI IN to the TV/CD input at this time. Appropriate CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) operation can not be guaranteed.

Each of the “HDMI Setup” is changed to the fol-

lowing setting.

• HDMI Control (RIHD): On

• Audio Return Ch (ARC): Auto

• Power Control: On

• TV Control: On

See for details of each setting (➔ 32, 33).

Confirm the settings.

1. Turn on the power for all connected components.

2. Turn off the power of the TV, and confirm that the power of the connected components is turned off automatically with the link operation.

3. Turn on the power of the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player/recorder.

4. Start playback of the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player/ recorder, and confirm the following.

• The power of the AV receiver is turned on

automatically, and input with the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player/recorder connected is selected.

• The power of the TV is turned on automati-

cally, and input with the AV receiver connected is selected.

5. Following the operating instructions of the TV, select “Use the TV speakers” from the menu screen of the TV, and confirm that the audio is output from the speakers of the TV, and not from the speakers connected to the AV receiver.

6. Select “Use the speakers connected from the AV receiver” from the menu screen of the TV, and confirm that the audio is output from the speakers connected to the AV receiver, and not from the TV speakers.

Note

• Perform the above operations when you initially use the

AV receiver, when the settings of each component are changed, when the main power of each component is turned off, when the power cable is disconnected from the power supply, or when there has been a power outage.

Operate with the remote controller.

For buttons that can be operated (➔ 41).

Note

• Audio from DVD-Audio or Super Audio CD may not out-

put from the TV speakers. You will be able to output the audio from the TV speakers by setting the audio output of the DVD player to 2ch PCM. (It may not be possible depending on the player models.)

• Even if you set to output audio on the TV speakers, audio

will be output from the speakers connected to the AV receiver when you adjust the volume or switch the input on the AV receiver. To output audio from the TV speakers, re-do the operations on the TV.

• Do not connect the u cable when connecting to the u

and u audio control compatible components.

• When you select anything other than the HDMI jack

where the AV receiver is connected as the input on the TV, input on the AV receiver will be switched to “TV/CD”.

• The AV receiver will automatically power on in conjunc-

tion when it determines it to be necessary. Even if the AV receiver is connected to an p compatible TV or

player/recorder, it will not power on if it is not necessary. It may not power on in conjunction when the TV is set to output audio from the TV.

• Linked functions with the AV receiver may not work

depending on the model. Operate the AV receiver directly in such cases.

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Onkyo HT-R538 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Important Safety Instructions

Precautions

Supplied Accessories

Using the Remote Controller

Features

Front & Rear Panels

Front Panel

Display

Rear Panel

Remote Controller

Controlling the AV Receiver

About Home Theater

Speakers A and B

Enjoying Home Theater

Connecting the AV Receiver

Connecting Your Speakers

About AV Connections

Connecting Components with HDMI

Connecting External Components

Using the AUX INPUT jack on the front panel

Connecting Antenna

Which Connections Should I Use?

Turning On/Off the AV Receiver

Turning On

Turning Off

Basic Operations

Playing the Connected Component

Displaying Source Information

Using the Music Optimizer

Setting the Display Brightness

Muting the AV Receiver

Changing the Input Display

Using the Sleep Timer

Using Headphones

Selecting Speakers A and B

Listening to the Radio

Using the Tuner

Presetting FM/AM Stations

Using RDS

Recording

Using the Listening Modes

Selecting Listening Modes

About Listening Modes

Advanced Setup

On-screen Setup Menus

Common Procedures in Setup Menu

Component (Component Video Input)

HDMI Input

Digital Audio (Digital Audio Input)

Sp Config (Speaker Configuration)

Sp Distance (Speaker Distance)

Level Cal (Level Calibration)

Audio Adjust

Name Edit

Hardware

HDMI Setup

Using the Audio Settings

Digital Input Signal Formats

Adjusting the Bass & Treble

Controlling iPod

Connecting an Onkyo Dock

Using the Onkyo Dock

Controlling Your iPod

Controlling Other Components

Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes

Entering Remote Control Codes

Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons

Controlling Other Components

Resetting the Remote Controller

Troubleshooting

Specifications

About HDMI

Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder