Front Speakers (SKF-570 L/R)
Center Speaker (SKC-570)
Surround Speakers (SKR-570 L/R)
Surround Back Speakers (SKB-570 L/R)
Subwoofer (SKW-570)
Dock for iPod (UP-A1L)
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo 7.1ch Home
Theater System. Please read this manual thoroughly
before making connections and plugging in the unit.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new 7.1ch Home Theater System.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not
fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12.
Use only with the cart, stand,
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
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avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has
been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
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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
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15. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
A. When the power-supply cord or plug is dam-
aged,
B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the apparatus,
C. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
water,
D. If the apparatus does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the apparatus to its normal
operation,
E. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in
any way, and
F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in
performance this indicates a need for service.
16. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the apparatus
through openings as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could result in
a fire or electric shock.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
Don’t put candles or other burning objects on top of
this unit.
17. Batteries
Always consider the environmental issues and
follow local regulations when disposing of batteries.
18. If you install the apparatus in a built-in installation,
such as a bookcase or rack, ensure that there is adequate ventilation.
Leave 20 cm (8") of free space at the top and sides
and 10 cm (4") at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf
or board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm (4")
away from the rear panel or wall, creating a fluelike 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 userserviceable. 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.
For North American model
Pressing the [ON/STANDBY] button to select
Standby mode does not fully shutdown the unit. If
you do not intend to use the unit for an extended
period, remove the power cord from the AC outlet.
5. Preventing Hearing Loss
Caution
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
headphones can cause hearing loss.
6. Batteries and Heat Exposure
War nin g
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall
not be exposed to excessive heat as sunshine, fire or
the like.
7. Never Touch this Unit with Wet Hands—Never
handle this unit or its power cord while your hands
are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid gets
inside this unit, have it checked by your Onkyo
dealer.
8. Handling Notes
• If you need to transport this unit, use the original
packaging to pack it how it was when you
originally bought it.
• Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit
for a long time, because they may leave marks on
the case.
• This unit’s top and rear panels may get warm
after prolonged use. This is normal.
• If you do not use this unit for a long time, it may
not work properly the next time you turn it on, so
be sure to use it occasionally.
For U.S. models
FCC Information for User
CAUTION:
The user changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For Canadian Models
NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS
COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.
For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:
CAUTION:TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
Modèle pour les Canadien
REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE
LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME
NMB-003 DU CANADA.
Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:
AT TE NT IO N :POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS
ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS
LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQU’AU FOND.
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Speaker Precautions
Package Contents
Placement
• The subwoofer cabinet is made out of wood and is
therefore sensitive to extreme temperatures and
humidity, do not put it in locations subject to direct
sunlight or in humid places, such as near an air conditioner, humidifier, bathroom, or kitchen.
• Do not put water or other liquids close to the speakers.
If liquid is spilled over the speakers, the drive units
may be damaged.
• Speakers should only be placed on sturdy, flat surfaces
that are free from vibration. Putting them on uneven or
unstable surfaces, where they may fall and cause damage, will affect the sound quality.
• Subwoofer is designed to be used in the upright vertical position only. Do not use it in the horizontal or
tilted position.
• If the unit is used near a turntable, CD player or DVD
player, howling or slipping of sound may occur. To
prevent this, move the unit away from the turntable,
CD player or DVD player, otherwise lower the unit’s
output level.
Using Close to a TV or Computer
TVs and computer monitors are magnetically sensitive
devices and as such are likely to suffer discoloration or
picture distortion when conventional speakers are placed
nearby. To prevent this, the SKF-570 and SKC-570
feature internal magnetic shielding. In some situations,
however, discoloration may still be an issue, in which case
you should turn off your TV or monitor, wait 15 to 30
minutes, and then turn it back on again. This normally
activates the degaussing function, which neutralizes the
magnetic field, thereby removing any discoloration
effects. If discoloration problems persist, try moving the
speakers away from your TV or monitor. Note that
discoloration can also be caused by a magnet or
demagnetizing tool that’s too close to your TV or monitor.
Do not place SKR-570 and SKB-570 close to TV or a
computer monitor because they have no magnetic shield.
Input Signal Warning
The speakers can handle the specified input power when
used for normal music reproduction. If any of the
following signals are fed to them, even if the input power
is within the specified rating, excessive current may flow
in the speaker coils, causing burning or wire breakage:
1. Interstation noise from an untuned FM radio.
2. Sound from fast-forwarding a cassette tape.
3. High-pitched sounds generated by an oscillator,
electronic musical instrument, and so on.
4. Amplifier oscillation.
5. Special test tones from audio test CDs and so on.
6. Thumps and clicks caused by connecting or discon-
necting audio cables (Always turn off your amplifier before connecting or disconnecting cables.)
7. Microphone feedback.
Make sure you have the following accessories:
AV receiver HT-R570
HT-R570
Remote controller and two batteries (AA/R6)
Speaker setup microphone
Indoor FM antenna
AM loop antenna
* In catalogs and on packaging, the letter at the end of the product
name indicates the color. Specifications and operation are the
same regardless of color.
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Package Contents—Continued
Speaker Package HTP-570
Front speakers
(SKF-570 L/R)
Center speaker
(SKC-570)
4 rubber spacers for center speaker
Dock for iPod UP-A1L
Surround speakers
(SKR-570 L/R)
Surround back
speakers
(SKB-570 L/R)
Subwoofer (SKW-570)
(Red)(White)(Green)
Speaker cable for front speakers and center speaker
Front speakers 11 ft (3.5 m)
Center speaker 10 ft (3.0 m)
*In catalogs and on packaging, the letter at the end of the product
name indicates the color. Specifications and operation are the
same regardless of color.
(Blue)(Gray)(Brown)(Tan)
Speaker cables for surround and surround back
speakers 26 ft. (8 m)
RCA cable for subwoofer connection 10 ft. (3 m)
4 floor pads for the subwoofer
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Using Two Sets of Speakers
Speaker Sets A and B
You can use two sets of speakers with the AV receiver: speaker set A and speaker set B.
Speaker set A should be used in your main listening room for up to 7.1-channel playback.
* While speaker set B is on, speaker set A is reduced to 5.1-channel playback.
Speaker set B can be used in another room and offers 2-channel stereo playback.
* Only analog input sources are output by speaker set B.
or
Speaker set ASpeaker set BIndicatorOutput
Set A: 5.1 channels
B
Set B: 2 channels
B
On
Off
On
OffSet A: 7.1 channels
OnSet B: 2 channels
OffNo sound
A
A
Main Room (speaker set A)
Center speaker
Front left
speaker
Subwoofer
Surround
left
speaker
Surround back
left speaker
* While speaker set B is on, the surround
back speakers output no sound.
Front right
speaker
Surround back
right speaker
Surround
right
speaker
Sub Room (speaker set B)
Front left
speaker
* Digital input sources are not output by
speaker set B. Connect your source
component with an analog connection.
Front right
speaker
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Features
AV Receiver HT-R570Speaker Package HTP-570
Amplifier
• 75 Watts/Channel @ 8 ohms (FTC)
• 130 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (IEC)
• WRAT-Wide Range Amplifier Technology
• High-Current Low-Impedance Drive
• Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
• H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High
Power Transformer
Processing
• Dolby Digital EX and Pro Logic IIx
• DTS and DTS-ES, DTS 96/24 and DTS Neo:6
• Direct Mode
• Music Optimizer
*3
for Compressed Music
• CinemaFILTER
• Non-Scaling Configuration
• A-Form Listening Mode Memory
• 24-bit/192kHz D/A Converters
• Powerful and Highly Accurate 32-bit DSP Processing
*1
*2
Connections
• 4 HDMI*4 Inputs and 1 Output (Pass-Thru)
• Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/1 Output)
• 4 Digital Inputs (2 Optical/2 Coaxial)
• Front “Portable” Input for iPod
*
and MP3 Players
• Speaker A/ B Terminal
• Banana Plug-Compatible Speaker Posts
• Subwoofer Pre Out
• Color-Coded Speaker Terminals
Miscellaneous
• 40 AM/FM/SIRIUS*5 Presets
• Audyssey 2EQ
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ
• Audyssey Dynamic Volume
Listening Level and Dynamic Range
*3 Music Optimizer™ is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.
*4
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.
*5
SIRIUS, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of
Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. All other marks and
logos are the property of their respective owners. All rights
reserved. SIRIUS subscription sold separately. Taxes and a onetime activation fee may apply. SIRIUS tuner required (sold separately) to receive the SIRIUS service. All programming and
fees subject to change. It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate or otherwise make
available any technology or software incorporated in receivers
compatible with the SIRIUS Satellite Radio System. Service not
available in Alaska or Hawaii.
*6
Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories. U.S.
and foreign patents pending. Audyssey 2EQ™,
Audyssey Dynamic Volume™ and Audyssey Dynamic EQ™
are trademarks of Audyssey Laboratories.
*7
Theater-Dimensional is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.
* iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries.
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Contents
Introduction
Important Safety Instructions .................................... 2
* To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it on and,
while holding down the [VCR/DVR] button, press the [ON/
STANDBY] button (see page 84).
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Front & Rear Panels
Front Panel
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The actual front panel has various logos printed on it. They are not shown here for clarity.
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The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item.
a ON/STANDBY button (38)
Sets the AV receiver to On or Standby.
b STANDBY indicator (38)
Lights up when the AV receiver is on Standby and
flashes while a signal is being received from the
remote controller.
c SPEAKERS A & B buttons (18, 44)
Turn speaker sets A and B on or off.
d Remote control sensor (17)
This sensor receives control signals from the remote
controller.
e –, + and TONE buttons (46)
Used to adjust the tone (bass and treble).
f Display
See “Display” on page 11.
g MOVIE/TV button (64)
Selects the listening modes intended for use with
movies and TV.
h MUSIC button (64)
Selects the listening modes intended for use with
music.
i GAME button (64)
Selects the listening modes intended for use with
video games.
j DIMMER button (45)
Adjusts the display brightness.
k MEMORY button (51)
Used when storing or deleting radio presets.
l TUNING MODE button (49)
Selects the Auto or Manual tuning mode for AM
and FM radio.
m DISPLAY button (46, 50)
Displays various information about the currently
selected input source.
n SETUP button
Opens and closes the setup menus.
o TUNING, PRESET, Arrow, and ENTER
buttons
When AM or FM is selected, the TUNING [q]/[w]
buttons are used for radio tuning, and the PRESET
[e]/[r] buttons are used to select radio presets (see
page 51). With the setup menus, they work as arrow
buttons and are used to select and set items. The
[ENTER] button is also used with the setup menus.
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Front & Rear Panels—Continued
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
p RETURN button
Selects the previously displayed setup menu.
q MASTER VOLUME control (44)
Sets the volume of the AV receiver to Min, 1
through 79, or Max.
r PHONES jack (46)
This 1/4-inch phone jack is for connecting a
standard pair of stereo headphones for private
listening.
s MUSIC OPTIMIZER button (47, 77)
Turns the Music Optimizer on or off.
Display
a bcd
t Input selector buttons (44)
Select the following input sources: DVD/BD,
VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, AUX, TV/TAPE, TUNER,
CD, PORT.
u AUX INPUT (33, 63)
Used to connect a camcorder, game console, and so
on. There are input jacks for composite video and
analog audio.
PORTABLE (33):
Used to connect a portable Audio Player.
v SETUP MIC (40)
The Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker
Setup microphone connects here.
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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
a A and B speaker indicators (18, 44)
Indicator A lights up when speaker set A is on.
Indicator B lights up when speaker set B is on.
b MUTING indicator (45)
Flashes while the AV receiver is muted.
c Listening mode and format indicators (64)
Show the selected listening mode and audio input
signal format.
d Tuning indicators (49)
FM STEREO (49):
Lights up when tuned to a stereo FM station.
AUTO (49) :
Lights up when Auto Tuning mode is selected for
AM or FM radio. Goes off when Manual Tuning
mode is selected.
TUNED (49):
Lights up when tuned to a radio station.
e SLEEP indicator (45)
Lights up when the Sleep function has been set.
f Message area
Displays various information.
g Audio input indicators
Indicate the type of audio input that’s selected as the
audio source: PCM.
h Audyssey indicator (40)
Flashes during Audyssey 2EQ™ Room Correction
and Speaker Setup. Lights up when the “Equalizer
Settings” is set to “Audyssey”.
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Front & Rear Panels—Continued
Rear Panel
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a DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 1 and 2
These coaxial digital audio inputs are for
connecting components with a coaxial digital audio
output, such as a CD player or DVD/BD player.
They’re assignable, which means you can assign
each one to an input selector to suit your setup. See
“Digital Input Setup” on page 42.
b DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1 and 2
These optical digital audio inputs are for connecting
components with an optical digital audio output,
such as a CD player or DVD/BD player. They’re
assignable, which means you can assign each one to
an input selector to suit your setup. See “Digital
Input Setup” on page 42.
c COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 and 2
These RCA component video inputs are for
connecting components with a component video
output, such as a DVD/BD player, DVD/BD
recorder, or DVR (digital video recorder). They’re
assignable, which means you can assign each one to
an input selector to suit your setup. See
“Component Video Input Setup” on page 42.
d COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
This RCA component video output is for
connecting a TV or projector with a component
video input.
e HDMI IN 1–4 and OUT
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)
connections carry digital audio and digital video.
The HDMI inputs are for connecting components
with an HDMI output, such as a DVD/BD player,
DVD/BD recorder, or DVR (digital video recorder).
The HDMI outputs are for connecting a TV or
projector with an HDMI input.
rq
f AM and FM ANTENNA
The AM push terminals are for connecting an AM
antenna. The FM jack is for connecting an FM
antenna.
g MONITOR OUT
The composite video jack should be connected to a
video input on your TV or projector.
h PORT
This jack is for connecting the supplied UP-A1L
Dock.
i FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURR L/R, and SURR
BACK L/R SPEAKERS
These terminal posts are for connecting the front
speakers, center, surround, and surround back
speakers.
j u REMOTE CONTROL
This u (Remote Interactive) jack can be
connected to the u jack on another u-capable
Onkyo component for remote and system control.
To use u, you must make an analog audio
connection (RCA) between the AV receiver and the
other component, even if they are connected
digitally.
k SIRIUS
This jack is for connecting the SiriusConnect
receiver (not supplied).
l CD IN
This analog audio input is for connecting a CD
player’s analog audio output.
m TV/TAPE IN/OUT
These analog audio input and output jacks are for
connecting a recorder with an analog audio input
and output, such as a cassette deck, MD recorder,
etc.
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Front & Rear Panels—Continued
n CBL/SAT IN
A cable or satellite receiver can be connected here.
There is composite video input jacks for connecting
the video signal, and there are analog audio input
jacks for connecting the audio signal.
o VCR/DVR IN/OUT
A video component, such as a VCR or DVR, can be
connected here for recording and playback. There is
composite video input and output jacks for
connecting the video signal, and there are analog
audio input jacks for connecting the audio signal.
p DVD/BD IN
This input is for connecting a DVD/BD player.
There is composite video input jacks for connecting
the video signal, and there are analog audio input
jacks for connecting the audio signal.
q SUBWOOFER PRE OUT
This analog audio output can be connected to a
powered subwoofer.
r FRONT SPEAKERS B
These push terminals are for connecting speaker set
B.
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Speaker Package
Subwoofer (SKW-570)
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
■ Front
■ Rear
To AC outlet
bc
a
a STANDBY/ON indicator
Red:Subwoofer in standby mode
Blue:Subwoofer on
With the Auto Standby function, the SKW-570
automatically turns on when an input signal is
detected in Standby mode. When there’s no input
signal for a while, the SKW-570 automatically
enters Standby mode.
b OUTPUT LEVEL control (44)
This control is used to adjust the volume of the
subwoofer.
c LINE INPUT (20)
This RCA input should be connected to the
subwoofer pre out on the AV receiver with supplied
RCA cable.
Note:
The Auto Standby function turns the subwoofer on when
the input signal exceeds a certain level. If the Auto
Standby function does not work reliably, try slightly
increasing or decreasing the subwoofer output level on
the AV receiver (page 72).
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Speaker Package—Continued
Front, Center, Surround, Surround Back speakers
(SKF-570, SKC-570, SKR-570, SKB-570)
■ Rear
SKF-570
a
b
a Keyhole slots
These keyhole slots can be used to wall-mount the
speaker. See page 21 for mounting instructions.
b Speaker terminals
These push terminals are for connecting the speaker
to the HT-R570 with the supplied speaker cables.
The supplied speaker cables are color-coded for
easy identification. Simply connect each cable to
the same-colored positive speaker terminal.
SKR-570/SKB-570
a
b
SKC-570
ab
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Remote Controller
Controlling the AV receiver
To control the AV receiver, press the [RECEIVER]
button to select Receiver mode.
You can also use the remote controller to control
your DVD/BD player, CD player, and other
components. See page 78 for more details.
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j
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k
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b
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d Arrow [q]/[w]/[e]/[r] and ENTER buttons
Used to select and adjust settings.
e SETUP button
Used to change settings.
f LISTENING MODE buttons (64)
Used to select the listening modes.
g DIMMER button (45)
Adjusts the display brightness.
h DISPLAY button (46)
Displays information about the current input source.
i MUTING button (45)
Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver.
j VOL [q]/[w] button (44)
Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver regardless of
the currently selected remote controller mode.
k RETURN button
Returns to the previous display when changing
settings.
l AUDIO button (47, 76)
Used to change audio settings.
m SLEEP button (45)
Used with the Sleep function.
f
2
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
a ON/STANDBY button (38)
Sets the AV receiver to On or Standby.
b REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons
(44, 61, 80–83)
Selects the remote controller modes and the input
sources.
c SP A/B button (18, 44)
This button is used to turn speaker sets A and B on
or off.
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■ Controlling the tuner
To control the AV receiver’s tuner, press the [TUNER]
(or [RECEIVER]) button.
You can select AM or FM by pressing the [TUNER] button repeatedly.
1 Arrow [q]/[w] buttons
Used to tune into radio stations.
2 D.TUN button (50)
Selects the Direct tuning mode.
3 DISPLAY button (50)
Displays information about the band, frequency,
preset number, and so on.
4 CH +/– button (51)
Selects radio presets.
5 Number buttons (50)
Used to select AM and FM radio stations directly
(In the Direct tuning mode).
* To control component, you must first enter remote
control code.
For details on entering a remote control code for a
different component, see page 78.
Note:
An Onkyo cassette recorder connected via u can also
be controlled in Receiver mode (see page 82).
Remote Controller—Continued
Installing the Batteries
To open the battery compartment, press
1
the small lever and remove the cover.
Insert the two supplied batteries (AA/R6)
2
in accordance with the polarity diagram
inside the battery compartment.
Replace the cover and push it shut.
3
Notes:
• If the remote controller doesn’t work reliably, try
replacing the batteries.
• Don’t mix new and old batteries or different types of
batteries.
• If you intend not to use the remote controller for a long
time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from
leakage or corrosion.
• Expired batteries should be removed as soon as
possible to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion.
Aiming the Remote Controller
When using the remote controller, point it toward the AV
receiver’s remote control sensor, as shown below.
Remote control sensor
STANDBY indicator
30°
30°
Notes:
• The remote controller may not work reliably if the AV
receiver is subjected to bright light, such as direct
sunlight or inverter-type fluorescent lights. Keep this
in mind when installing.
• If another remote controller of the same type is used in
the same room, or the AV receiver is installed close to
equipment that uses infrared rays, the remote
controller may not work reliably.
• Don’t put anything on top of the remote controller,
such as a book or magazine, because a button may be
pressed continuously, thereby draining the batteries.
• The remote controller may not work reliably if the AV
receiver is installed in a rack behind colored glass
doors. Keep this in mind when installing.
• The remote controller will not work if there’s an
obstacle between it and the AV receiver’s remote
control sensor.
AV r ecei ver
Approx. 16 ft.
(5 m)
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Connecting the AV receiver
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. You can enjoy DVDs featuring Dolby Digital or DTS.
With analog or digital TV, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6, or Onkyo’s original DSP listening modes.
Front left and right speakers (SKF-570)
These output the main 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 equally spaced from the TV. Angle them inward slightly so
as to create a triangle, with the listener at the apex.
Center speaker (SKC-570)
This speaker enhances the front left
and right speakers, making sound
movements distinct and providing a
full sound image. For movies it’s used
mainly for dialog.
Position it close to your TV (preferably
on top) facing forward at about ear
level, or at the same height as the
front left and right speakers.
Subwoofer (SKW-570)
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
way along the front 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.
Surround back left and right speakers (SKB-570)
These speakers are necessary to enjoy Dolby Digital
EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES Discrete, etc. They
enhance the realism of surround sound and improve
sound localization behind the listener. Position them
behind the listener about 2–3 feet (60–100 cm) above
ear level.
Surround left and right speakers
(SKR-570)
These speakers are used for precise
sound positioning and to add realistic
ambience.
Position them at the sides of the
listener, or slightly behind, about
2–3 feet (60–100 cm) above ear level.
Ideally they should be equally spaced
from the listener.
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Corner
position
1/3 of wall
position
Connecting the AV receiver—Continued
Speaker Configuration
For 7.1-channel surround-sound playback, you need
seven speakers and a powered subwoofer.
The following table shows which channels you should
use based on the number of speakers you have.
Number of speakers:234567
Front left✓✓✓✓✓✓
Front right✓✓✓✓✓✓
Center✓✓✓✓
Surround left✓✓✓✓
Surround right✓✓✓✓
Surround back*✓
Surround back left✓
Surround back right✓
* If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the
SURR BACK L terminals.
No matter how many speakers you use, a powered
subwoofer is recommended for a powerful and solid
bass.
To get the best from your surround-sound system, you
must set the speaker settings. You can do this
automatically (see page 39) or manually (see page 70).
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. Connect
positive (+) terminals to only positive (+) terminals,
and negative (–) terminals to only negative (–)
terminals. If you get them the wrong way around, the
sound will be out of phase and will sound unnatural.
• Unnecessarily long or very thin speaker cables may
affect the sound quality and should be avoided.
• Be careful not to short the positive and negative wires.
Doing so may damage the AV receiver.
• Don’t connect more than one
cable to each speaker
terminal. Doing so may
damage the AV receiver.
• Don’t connect a speaker to several terminals.
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Connecting the AV receiver—Continued
Connecting Speaker Set A
Strip 1/2"-5/8" (12-15
1
mm) of insulation from the
ends of the speaker cables.
(Supplied speaker cables
are already stripped.)
Unscrew the terminal. Fully insert the bare wire,
2
making sure that it’s touching the threaded shaft
in the center. Screw the terminal tight.
The following illustration shows which speaker should be
connected to each pair of terminals.
If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it
to the left (L) SURR BACK SPEAKERS terminals.
1/2"-5/8"(12-15mm)
Connecting Speaker Set B
Strip 3/8"-1/2" (10-12
1
mm) of insulation from the
ends of the speaker cables,
and twist the bare wires
tightly, as shown.
While pressing the lever, insert
2
the wire into the hole, and then
release the lever.
Make sure that the terminals are
gripping the bare wires, not the
insulation.
Note:
While speaker set B is on, speaker set A is reduced to
5.1-channel playback.
Speaker Set A
Front right
speaker
3/8"-1/2"(10-12mm)
Front left
speaker
Center
speaker
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Front right
speaker
Speaker Set B
Front left
speaker
Powered
subwoofer
Surround
back right
speaker
Surround
back left
speaker
Surround
right
speaker
Surround
left
speaker
Connecting the AV receiver—Continued
Wall Mounting
The speakers can easily be wall mounted by using the
keyhole slots.
To mount the front or surround speakers vertically, use
the keyhole slot shown to hang each speaker on a screw
that’s securely screwed into the wall.
Front speakers (SKF-570)
Keyhole slot for wall
mounting
Surround speakers/Surround back speakers
(SKR-570/SKB-570)
Keyhole slot for wall
mounting
Leave a gap of between 7/32"
(5 mm) and 3/8" (10 mm)
Wall
between the wall and the base
of the screw head, as shown.
(We recommend that you
consult a home installation
professional.)
7/32" – 3/8"
(5 mm) – (10 mm)
Using the Rubber Stoppers for a
More Stable Platform
We recommend using the provided rubber stoppers to
achieve the best possible sound from your speakers. The
rubber stoppers prevent the speakers from moving,
providing a more stable platform. Use thick stoppers for
the center speaker.
Thick rubber stoppers
Bottom of the
SKC-570
To mount the center speaker horizontally, use the two
keyhole slots shown to hang each speaker on two screws
that are securely screwed into the wall.
Center speaker (SKC-570)
Keyhole slot for wall mounting
7-7/8" (200 mm)
Caution:
A mounting screw’s ability to support a speaker depends
on how well it’s anchored to the wall. If you have hollow
walls, screw each mounting screw into a stud. If there are
no studs, or the walls are solid, use suitable wall anchors.
Use screws with a head diameter of 5/16" (8 mm) or less
and a shank diameter of 5/32" (4 mm) or less. With
hollow walls, use a cable/pipe detector to check for any
power cables or water pipes before making any holes.
Using the Floor Pads for Subwoofer
If the subwoofer is placed on a hard floor (wood, vinyl,
tile, etc.) and playback is very loud, the subwoofer’s feet
may damage the flooring. To prevent this, place the
supplied pads underneath the subwoofer’s feet. The pads
also provide a stable base for the subwoofer.
Pad
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Connecting the AV receiver—Continued
Connecting Antenna
This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor
FM antenna and AM loop antenna, and how to connect
commercially available outdoor FM and AM antennas.
The AV receiver won’t pick up any radio signals without
any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna
to use the tuner.
AM ANTENNA push terminals
FM ANTENNA jack
Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna
The supplied indoor FM antenna is for indoor use only.
Attach the FM antenna, as shown.
1
Insert the plug fully
into the jack.
Once your AV receiver is ready for use, you’ll
need to tune into an FM radio station and adjust
the position of the FM antenna to achieve the best
possible reception.
Connecting the AM Loop Antenna
The supplied indoor AM loop antenna is for indoor use
only.
Assemble the AM loop antenna, inserting
1
the tabs into the base, as shown.
Connect both wires of the AM loop
2
antenna to the AM push terminals, as
shown.
(The antenna’s wires are not polarity sensitive, so
they can be connected either way around.)
Make sure that the wires are attached securely and
that the push terminals are gripping the bare
wires, not the insulation.
Push Insert wireRelease
Use thumbtacks or something similar to
2
fix the FM antenna into position.
Thumbtacks, etc.
Caution:
Be careful that you don’t injure yourself when
using thumbtacks.
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available
outdoor FM antenna instead (see page 23).
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Once your AV receiver is ready for use, you’ll
need to tune into an AM radio station and adjust
the position of the AM antenna to achieve the best
possible reception.
Keep the antenna as far away as possible from
your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power
cords.
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor AM loop antenna, try using it with a
commercially available outdoor AM antenna (see
page 23).
Connecting the AV receiver—Continued
Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available
outdoor FM antenna instead.
Notes:
• Outdoor FM antennas work best outside, but usable
results can sometimes be obtained when installed in an
attic or loft.
• For best results, install the outdoor FM antenna well
away from tall buildings, preferably with a clear line
of sight to your local FM transmitter.
• Outdoor antenna should be located away from
possible noise sources, such as neon signs, busy roads,
etc.
• For safety reasons, outdoor antenna should be situated
well away from power lines and other high-voltage
equipment.
• Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance
with local regulations to prevent electrical shock
hazards.
Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna
If good reception cannot be achieved using the supplied
AM loop antenna, an outdoor AM antenna can be used
in addition to the loop antenna, as shown.
Outdoor antenna
Insulated antenna cable
AM loop antenna
Outdoor AM antennas work best when installed
horizontally outside, but good results can sometimes be
obtained indoors by mounting horizontally above a
window. Note that the AM loop antenna should be left
connected.
Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance with
local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards.
■ Using a TV/FM Antenna Splitter
It’s best not to use the same antenna for both FM and TV
reception, as this can cause interference problems. If
circumstances demand it, use a TV/FM antenna splitter,
as shown.
TV/FM antenna splitter
To AV receiverTo TV (or VCR)
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Connecting the AV receiver—Continued
About AV Connections
• Before making any AV connections, read the manuals
supplied with your other AV components.
• Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed
and double-checked all AV connections.
Optical Digital Jacks
The AV receiver’s optical digital jacks have shutter-type
covers that open when an optical plug is inserted and
close when it’s removed. Push plugs in all the way.
Caution:
To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical plug straight
when inserting and removing.
AV Cables and Jacks
Video/Audio
CableJackDescription
HDMI
HDMI
AV Connection Color Coding
RCA-type AV connections are usually color coded: red,
white, and yellow. Use red plugs to connect rightchannel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled “R”).
Use white plugs to connect left-channel audio inputs and
outputs (typically labeled “L”). And use yellow plugs to
connect composite video inputs and outputs.
Left (white)
Right (red)Right (red)
(Yellow)
• 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.
HDMI connections can carry uncompressed standardor high-definition digital video and audio and offer the
best picture and sound quality.
Analog audio
Composite video
Left (white)
(Yellow)
Right!
Wrong!
Video
Component
video cable
Composite
video cable
Audio
Optical
digital audio
cable
Coaxial
digital audio
cable
Analog audio
cable (RCA)
Stereo mini
plug cable
Y
B/CB
P
PR/CR
B/CB
P
PR/CR
Y
Y
CB/P
B
CR/P
R
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
L
R
V
Note: The AV receiver does not support SCART connections.
Component video separates the luminance (Y) and
color difference signals (PR, PB), providing the best
picture quality. (Some TV manufacturers label their
component video jacks slightly differently.)
Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs,
and other video equipment.
This offers the best sound quality and allows you to
enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS. The audio quality is the
same as for coaxial.
This offers the best sound quality and allows you to
enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS. The audio quality is the
same as for optical.
This cable carries analog audio. It’s the most common
connection format for analog audio and can be found
on virtually all AV components.
This cable carries analog audio.
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Connecting the AV receiver—Continued
Connecting Audio and Video Signals to the AV receiver
By connecting both the audio and video outputs of your DVD player and other AV components to the AV receiver, you
can switch the audio and video signals simultaneously simply by changing the input source on the AV receiver.
: Signal Flow
Video
Video
Audio
DVD/BD player, etc.
Speakers (see page 20 for hookup details)
Audio
TV, projector,
etc.
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 other components. Use the following sections as a guide.
For video components, you must make an audio connection and a video connection.
Video Connection Formats
Video equipment can be connected to the AV
receiver 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.
Video Signal Flow Chart
DVD player, etc.
Composite
AV receiver
CompositeComponent
Component
IN
MONITOR OUT
HDMI
HDMI
Audio Connection Formats
Audio equipment can be connected to the AV
receiver by using any of the following audio
connection formats: analog, optical, coaxial, or
HDMI.
When you connect audio equipment to an
OPTICAL or COAXIAL input, you must
assign that input to an input selector
(see page 42).
Audio signals received by the HDMI IN jacks
are output only by the HDMI OUT (PassThru). HDMI sources are not output by the
speakers connected to the AV receiver.
TV, projector, etc.
Audio Signal Flow Chart
DVD player, etc.
AV receiver
TV, projector, etc.
HDMI
HDMI
OpticalCoaxialAnalog
Analog
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Connecting the AV receiver—Continued
Connecting Components with HDMI
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, DVD/BD 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, or 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), so only HDCP-compatible components will
display a picture.
The AV receiver’s HDMI interface is based on the following standard:
Pass-Thru
About Copyright Protection
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.
Use a commercially available HDMI cable (supplied with some components) to connect the AV receiver’s HDMI OUT
to the HDMI input on your TV or projector.
*1 DVI (Digital Visual Interface): The digital display interface standard set by the DDWG*3 in 1999.
*2 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.
*3 DDWG (Digital Display Working Group): Led 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.
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Connecting the AV receiver—Continued
Making HDMI Connections
If you have an HDMI-compatible player, you can connect it to the AV receiver with an HDMI cable.
Step 1: Connect your HDMI-compatible TV to the AV receiver’s HDMI OUT jack.
Step 2: Connect your HDMI-compatible player to the AV receiver’s HDMI IN 1, 2, or 3 jack.
Step 3: Connect your HDMI-compatible player to an analog and/or digital audio input on the AV
receiver.
■ Audio Signals
• Audio and video signals received via inputs other than the HDMI IN jacks are not output by the HDMI OUT.
• Audio and video signals received via the HDMI IN jacks are output only by the HDMI OUT.
• To watch an HDMI source that’s connected via the AV receiver’s HDMI jacks, the AV receiver must be turned
on, otherwise no HDMI signal will be output.
• If you want to listen through the speakers connected to the AV receiver, in addition to an HDMI connection,
you’ll also need to make a separate analog or digital audio connection.
DVD/BD player
Step 3
HDMI
OUT
Step 2
HDMI
IN
TV
Step 1
Tip!
If you make the connection described in
step 3, to fully enjoy the AV receiver's
listening modes, turn down the volume
on your TV all the way so that its
speakers output no sound.
Connect one
or the other
Sound off
Notes:
• 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.
• 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).
• 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.
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Connecting the AV receiver—Continued
Connecting a TV or Projector
Step 1: Video Connection
Choose a video connection that matches your TV ( or ), and then make the connection.
Step 2: Audio Connection
Choose an audio connection that matches your TV ( , , or ), and then make the connection.
AB
a bc
• With connection , you can listen to and record audio from your TV.
• To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection or .
a
bc
ConnectionAV receiverSignal flowTV
A
B
a
b
c
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT⇒Component video input
MONITOR OUT V⇒Composite video input
TV/TAPE IN L/R⇐Analog audio L/R output
DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 1 (DVD/BD)⇐Digital coaxial output
DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1 (TV/TAPE)⇐Digital optical output
c
b
A
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Connect one or the other
Connection must be assigned
b
(see page 42)
If your TV has no audio outputs, connect an audio output from your VCR or cable or satellite receiver
Hint!
to the AV receiver and use its tuner to listen to TV programs through the AV receiver (see pages 30 and
32).
OUT
OUT
L R
AUDI O
OUT
TV, projector,
etc.
VIDEO
IN
C a B
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
Y COAXIAL
PB
R OPTICAL
P
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