Onkyo HT-R580B Owner’s Manual

ON YOo

7.1ch Home Theater System

HT-S5300

AV Receiver (HT-R580) Speaker Package (HTP-580)

Front Speakers (SKF-580 L/R) Center Speaker (SKC-580) Surround Speakers (SKR-580 L/R) Surround Back Speakers (SKB-580 L/R) Subwoofer (SKW-580)

Universal Port Option Dock for iPod ®

(UP-A1)

Contents

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Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo 7. Ich 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. l ch Home Theater

System. Please retain this manual for future reference.

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.

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.

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions. 15.

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.

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Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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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, 16. 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, PORTABLECARTWARNING

tripod, bracket, or table speci- fied by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When

a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/appara-

tus combination to avoid 17. injury from tip-over.

13.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 18.

14.

Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Ser- vicing is required when the apparatus has been dam- aged 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.

Damage Requiring Service Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet and refer

servicing to qualified service personnel under the fol- lowing 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. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the apparatus through openings as they may touch dangerous volt- age 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. Batteries

Always consider the environmental issues and follow local regulations when disposing of batteries. If you install the apparatus in a built-in installation,

such as a bookcase or rack, ensure that there is ade- quate ventilation.

Leave 20 cm (8") of free space at the top and sides and

10 cm (4") at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm (4") away from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-like gap for warm air to escape.

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, alco- hol, 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 volt- age 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/STAN DBY to select Standby mode does not tully shutdown the unit. If you do not intend to use

the unit for an extended period, remove the power cord from the AC outlet.

Preventing Hearing Loss Caution

Excessive sound pressure from earphones and head- phones can cause hearing loss.

Batteries and Heat Exposure Warning

Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not be exposed to excessive heat as sunshine, fire or the

like.

Never Touch this Unit with Wet Hands--Never han- dle 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.

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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 alter

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 fre- quency 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 turn-

ing 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 differ- ent from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni- cian for help.

For Canadian Models

NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COM- PLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.

For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,

MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ModUle pour les Canadien

REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMt_RIQUE DE

LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME A. LA NORME NMB- 003 DU CANADA.

Sur les modbles dont la fiche est polaris_e:

ATTENTION: POUR t_VITER LES CHOCS t_LEC- TRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE

DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPON- DANTE 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 there-

Make sure you have the following items:

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fore 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, fiat surfaces

that are free from vibration. Putting them on uneven or

HT-R580 (_ 7) Remote controller and two batteries (AA/R6) (_ 5) Indoor FM antenna (_ 19)

AM loop antenna (_ 19)

In catalogs and on packaging, the letter at the end of the prod- uct name indicates the color. Specifications and operations are the same regardless of color.

unstable surfaces, where they may fall and cause dam-

age, will affect the sound quality.

• Subwoofer is designed to be used in the upright vertical

position only. Do not use it in the horizontal or tilted position.

• If the unit is used near a turntable, CD player or Blu-ray

Disc/DVD player, howling or slipping of sound may occur. To prevent this, move the unit away from the turn-

Front speakers (SKF-580 L/R) (_ 9)

Center speaker (SKC-580) (_ 9) Surround speakers (SKR-580 L/R) (_ 9) Surround back speakers (SKB-580 L/R) (_ 9) Subwoofer (SKW-580) (_ 9)

table, CD player or Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, otherwise

lower the unit's output level.

Using Close to a TV or Computer

TVs and computer monitors are magnetically sensitive devices and as such are likely to suffer discoloration or picture distortion when conventional speakers are placed nearby. To prevent this, the SKF-580 and SKC-580 feature internal magnetic shielding. In such situations, try moving the speakers away from your TV or monitor. If discolora- tion should occur, 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. Note that discoloration can also be caused by a

Speaker cables for front speakers 11 ft. (3.5 m) (White and Red)(_ 13)

Speaker cable for center speaker 10 ft. (3.0 m) (Green) (_ 13)

Speaker cables for surround speakers 26 ft. (8.0 m) (Blue and Gray) (_ 13)

Speaker cables for surround back speakers 26 ft. (8.0 m) (Brown and Tan) (_ 13)

RCA cable for subwoofer connection 10 ft. (3.0 m) (_ 13)

4 rubber spacers for center speaker (_ 14) 4 floor pads for the subwoofer (_ 14)

magnet or demagnetizing tool that's too close to your TV or monitor.

Do not place SKR-580 and SKB-580 close to TV or a computer monitor because they have no magnetic shield.

Input Signal Warning

UP-A1 (_ 47)

Easily links iPod/iPhone u]odels with Onkyo A/V Systeu]s

The speakers can handle the specified input power when used for normal music reproduction. If any of the follow-

ing signals are ted to them, even if the input power is within the specified rating, excessive current may flow in the speaker coils, causing burning or wire breakage:

1. Interstation noise from an untuned FM radio.

2. Sound from fast-forwarding a cassette tape.

3. High-pitched sounds generated by an oscillator, elec- tronic musical instrument, and so on.

4. Amplifier oscillation.

5. Special test tones from audio test CDs and so on.

6. Thumps and clicks caused by connecting or discon- necting audio cables (always turn off your amplifier before connecting or disconnecting cables).

7. Microphone feedback.

Contents

Installing the Batteries

• ff the remote controller doesn't work reliably, try

replacing the batteries.

• Don't mix new' and old batteries or different

types of batteries.

• ff you intend not to use the remote controller for

a long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from leak- age or corrosion.

• Remove expired batteries as soon as possible to prevent damage iYom leakage or corrosion.

Batteries (AA/R6)

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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 receiver

Introduction

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

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

Speaker Precautions ........................................................ 4

Package Contents ............................................................ 4

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

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

Speaker Package .............................................................. 9

Remote Controller .......................................................... 10

About Home Theater ...................................................... 11

Connecting the AV Receiver ......................................... 12

Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ................................... 21

Basic Operations ............................................................ 22

Listening to the Radio .................................................... 24

Recording ........................................................................ 27

Using the Listening Modes ............................................ 28

Advanced Setup ............................................................. 33

Zone 2.............................................................................. 44

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Controlling iPod ............................................................. 47

Controlling Other Components ..................................... 51

Troubleshooting ............................................................. 54

Specifications ................................................................. 58

About HDMI ..................................................................... 60

Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder ...61

on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press

I To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it

ON/STANDBY (_ 54).

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Features

AV Receiver HT-R580

• 130 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms

• 160 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (JEITA)

• WRAT-Wide Range Amplifier Technology (5 Hz to 100 kHz bandwidth)

• Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry

• H.C.RS. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High

Power Transformer

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

Color, x.v.Color*, Lip Sync, DTST-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby TrueHD*2,

Dolby Digital Plus, DSD and Multi-CH PCM

• Dolby Pro Logic IIz*2 (with "Front High" Direction

Mode)

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"HDM[, the HDM[ Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia [nterface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDM[

Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries."

*5 The HD Radio Ready logo is a proprietary trademark of iBiq-

uity Digital Corp. To receive HD Radio broadcasts, you must install an Onkyo UP-HTI HD Radio tuner module (sold separately).

DYNAMBC VOLUME

Manufactured under license from Audyssey LaboratoriesTM. U.S. and foreign patents pending. Audyssey EQ TM, Audyssey Dynamic Volume TM and Audyssey Dynamic EQTM are trademarks of Audyssey Labo-

ratories.

• Non-Scaling Configuration

• A-Form Listening Mode Memory

• Direct Mode

• Music Optimizer*3 for Compressed Digital Music files

• 192 kHz/24-bit D/A Converters

• Powerful and Highly Accurate 32-bit Processing DSP

• 4 HDMF4 Inputs and 1 Output

• Onkyo 1-411-11D for System Control

• 4 Digital Inputs (20ptical/2 Coaxial)

• Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/l Output)

• Front "Line in" Input for Portable audio player

• Universal Port for the Dock for iPod*/HD Radio *

iPod is a trademark of Apple [nc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

iPhone is a trademark of Apple [nc. "Made for iPod" means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. "Works with iPhone" means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPhone and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance stan-

dards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its

compliance with safety and regulatory standards. "x.v.Color" is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

tuner module (North American models)/DAB+ tuner module (Asian models)

• Banana Plug-Compatible Speaker Posts

• Powered Zone 2

• 40 FM/AM Presets

• Audyssey EQ*6 to Correct Room Acoustic Problems

• Audyssey Dynamic EQ*6 for Loudness Correction

• Audyssey Dynamic Volume*6 to Maintain Optimal Lis-

tening Level and Dynamic Range

• 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

• Preprogrammed R I-Compatible Remote

Master Audio

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, DTS-HD and DTS- HD Master Audio are trademarks of DTS, Inc. ©1996-2008 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

•2 [_ DOLBY

PRO LOGIC llz ]

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby", "Pro Logic" and the double-D symbol are trade-

Speaker Package HTP-580

SKF-580 L/R 2-Way Front Speakers

• 5" (12 cm) OMF cone woofer

• 1" (2.5 cm) Balanced dome tweeter

• Max. input power: 130 W

• Magnetically shielded

• 6-ohm impedance

• Color-coded speaker terminals and speaker cable

SKC-580 2-Way Center Speaker

• 3-1/4" (8 cm) cone woofer

• 1" (2.5 cm) Balanced dome tweeter

• Max. input power: 130 W

• Magnetically shielded

• 6-ohm impedance

• Color-coded speaker terminals and speaker cable

SKR-580 L/R Full-Range Surround Speakers SKB-580 L/R Full-Range Surround Back Speakers

• 3-1/4" (8 cm) cone

• Max. input power: 130 W

• 6-ohm impedance

• Color-coded speaker terminals and speaker cable

SKW-580 Bass Reflex Powered Subwoofer

• 10" (25 cm) cone woofer

• Max. power: 290 W (Dynamic power)

marks of Dolby Laboratories.

"3 Music Optimizer TM is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.

Front & Rear Panels

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North American models

Asian models

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The actual front panel has various logos printed on it. They are not shown here for clarity. The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item.

(_ ON/STANDBY button (_ 21) (_ STANDBY indicator (_ 21)

(_ HDMI THRU indicator (_ 40)

@ ZONE 2 indicator (_ 45) (_ Remote control sensor (_ 5)

ZONE 2, OFF, ZONE 2 LEVEL/TONE LEVEL and TONE buttons (_ 43, 45 to 46)

(_ Display (_ 8) (_ LISTENING MODE buttons (_ 28) (_ DIMMER button (North American models) (_ 22) O MEMORY button (_ 25) (_ TUNING MODE button (_ 24)

(_ DISPLAY button (_ 22)

(_ SETUP button (_ 33) O TUNING, PRESET (_ 24 to 25), arrow and

ENTER buttons

(_ RETURN button O MASTER VOLUME control (_ 22)

(D MUSIC OPTIMIZER button (_ 22, 42) (_ PHONES jack (_ 23)

Input selector buttons (_ 22)

@ AUX INPUT LINE INjack (_ 18)

AUX INPUT VIDEO jack (_ 18) AUX INPUT AUDIO jacks (_ 18)

RT/PTY/TP button (Asian models) (_ 26)

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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. @ Audio input indicators

(_) Listening mode and format indicators (@ 22, 28) (_) Audyssey indicators (@ 37) (_) Tuning indicators (@ 24)

(_) RDS indicator (excluding North American models)

(@ 25)

(_) SLEEP indicator (@ 23) (Z) MUTING indicator (@ 23) (_) Message area

(_) DIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTiCAL jacks (_) HDMI IN and OUT jacks

(_) COMPONENT VIDEO IN and OUT jacks @ FM ANTENNA jack and AM ANTENNA terminal

MONITOR OUT V jack

UNIVERSAL PORT jack SPEAKERS terminals (CENTER, FRONT, SURR, SURR BACK OR

FRONT HIGH)

Power cord

(_) 1-41REMOTE CONTROL jack O Composite video and analog audio jacks

(BD/DVD IN, VCR/DVR IN and OUT, CBL/SAT IN,

GAME IN, TV/CD IN)

(_ ZONE 2 LINE OUT jacks (_ SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack

FRONT HIGH OR ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals

See "Connecting the AV Receiver" for connection infor- mation (@ 12 to 20).

Speaker Package

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

m Front

@ STANDBY/ON indicator

N Rear

(North American models)

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Red: Subwoofer in standby mode Blue: Subwoofer on

With the Auto Standby function, the SKW-580 auto- matically turns on when an input signal is detected in

Standby mode. When there's no input signal for a while, the SKW-580 automatically enters Standby

mode.

(_) OUTPUT LEVEL control (_ 21, 22)

This control is used to adjust the volume of the sub- woofer.

@ LINE INPUT (_ 13)

This RCA input should be connected to the subwoofer pre out on the AV receiver with supplied RCA cable.

SKF-580

Front

Rear

(Asian models)

• The Auto Standby function turns the subwoofer on when the input signal exceeds a certain level. [f the Auto Standby function does not work reliably, try slightly increasing or decreasing the subwoofer output level on the AV receiver (@ 36).

SKR-580/SKB-580

Front Near

@ Keyhole slots

These keyhole slots can be used to wall-mount the speaker. See "Wall Mounting" for mounting instruc- tions (_ 14).

(_) Speaker terminals

These push terminals are for connecting the speaker to the HT-R580 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.

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• The front grilles are not designed to be removed so do not attempt to remove them forcibly, as this will damage

them.

Front

SKC-580

Rear

Remote Controller

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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

@ ON/STANDBY button (@ 21) (_) REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons

(@ 22)

(_) SP LAYOUT button (@ 23)

@ Arrow i,/¥/_1/_ and ENTER buttons (_ SETUP button (_ 33)

@ LISTENING MODE buttons (@ 28) (Z) DIMMER button (@ 22) (_) DISPLAY button (_ 22) (_ MUTING button (@ 23)

@ VOL A/_r button (@ 22) _) RETURN button

AUDIO button (@ 41) SLEEP button (@ 23)

m Controlling the tuner To control the AV receiver's tuner, press TUNER (or

RECEIVER). You can select AM or FM by'pressing TUNER repeatedly.

0 Arrow A/¥ buttons (@ 24)

D.TUN button (@ 24)

O DISPLAY button Ell CH +/- button (@ 25)

0 Number buttons (@ 24)

"1 To control componenL you must first enter remote control

code. See "Entering Remote Control Codes" for more details

(@51).

*2 VIDEO is not used for this model.

About 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 IIx, DTS Neo:6, or Onkyo's original DSP listening modes.

@ Front speakers (SKF-580)

These output tile overall sound. Their role ill a home theater is to provide a solid anchor for the sound image. They should be positioned facing the

listener at about ear level, and equidistant from the TV. Angle them inward so as to create a triangle, with the listener at the apex.

@ Center speaker (SKC-580)

This speaker enhances tile front speakers, making sound movements dis- tinct and providing a full sound image. In movies it's used mainly for dia-

log. Position it close to your TV facing forward at about ear level, or at the same height as the front speakers.

@ Surround speakers (SKR-580)

These speakers are used for precise sound positioning and to add realistic ambience. Position them at the sides of the listener, or slightly behind, about 2 to 3 feet (60 to 100 cm) above ear level. Ideally they should be equidistant from the listener.

@ Surround back speakers (SKB-580)

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

Corner position

1/3 of wall position

• 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.

listener about 2 to 3 feet (60 to 100 cm) above ear level.

@ Front high speakers (Optional)

These speakers are necessary to enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIz Height, etc. They enhance significantly the spatial experience. Position them at least

3.3 feet (100 cm) above the front speakers (and as high as possible). Although it is acceptable to left and right place at an angle slightly wider than the front speakers. Ideally they should be positioned directly above the front speakers.

@ Subwoofer (SKW-580)

Tile subwoofer handles tile bass sounds of tile LFE (Low'-Frefluency 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.

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Connecting the AV Receiver

Speaker Configuration

The following table indicates the channels you should use depending on the number of speakers that you have.

For 7.1 -channel surround-sound playback, you need seven speakers and a powered subwoofer.

Number of channels

Front speakers Center speaker

Surround speakers Surround back speaker*l*2 Surround back speakers*2

Front high speakers .2.3

"1 If you're using only one surround back speaker, connect it to

the SURR BACK OR FRONT HIGH L terminals,

*2 Front high and surround back speakers cannot be used at the

same time,

"3 When you connect the front high left and right speakers, pre-

pare for it separately, or use the surround back left and right speakers,

If you use 4 or 5 speakers, connect each of the two sur- round speakers to the SURR [.JR terminals. Do not con-

nect them to the SURR BACK OR FRONT HIGH L/R

or FRONT HIGH OR ZONE 2 L/R terminals.

No matter how many speakers you use, a powered sub- woofer 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 (_ 35).

• 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 con- tact with the AV receiver's rear panel. Doing so may

damage the AV receiver.

• Don't connect more than one cable to each speaker ter- minal. Doing so may damage the AV receiver.

• Don't connect one speaker to several terminals.

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 imped- ance, 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.

• Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other words, connect positive (+) terminals only to positive (+)

terminals, and negative (-) terminals only to negative (-) terminals. If you get them the wrong way around, the

sound will be out of phase and will sound unnatural.

• Unnecessarily long, or very thin speaker cables may affect the sound quality and should be avoided.

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Connecting the Speaker Cables

Screw-type speaker terminals

insulation from the ends of the

speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown. (Supplied

_ trip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 ram) of

speaker cables are already stripped.)

Using Banana Plugs (North American models)

• If you are using banana plugs, tighten the speaker terminal before inserting the banana plug.

• Do not insert the speaker code directly into the center hole of the speaker terminal.

Push-type speaker terminals

the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown. I_1

_ Strip 3/8" to 1/2" (10 to 12 ram) of insulation from the ends of 3/8" to 1/2"(10 to 12 mm)

(Supplied speaker cables are already stripped.) _ c====_"_

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 SONN BACK ON FRONT HIGH L terminals.

1/2"_to 5/8"(12 _t° 15'_mm) _'_ d_d_ "_

Surround Surround Surround back right back left right

speaker speaker speaker

-Tan - Brown - Gray

Front

right

Surround speaker

left

speaker___

- Blue

BUBB BACK OR

FRONT HiGH SPEAKERS

- Red

SURR SPEAKERS

Front

left

speaker

White

FRONT SPEAKERS

Center speaker

Green --/

)

Front high Front high

right left

speaker speaker

(Optional) (Optional)

Using the supplied RCA cable, connect the subwoofer's LINE INPUT jack to your AV receiver's SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack.

Powe red

subwoofer

The speakers can easily be wall mounted by using the key- hole slots. To prevent the speaker from vibrating against the wall, attach two of the supplied thick rubber stoppers to the rear of each speaker.

To mount the front, surround and surround back speakers vertically, use the keyhole slot shown to hang each speaker on a screw that's securely screwed into the wall.

Front speakers (SKF-580)

./ Keyhole slot for wall

mounting

Surround speakers/Surround back speakers

(SKR-580/SKB-580)

Keyhole slot for wall mounting

• 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 5116" (9 mm) or less and a shank diameter of 118" (4 mm) or less. With hol- low walls, use a cable/pipe detector to check for any power cables or water pipes before making any holes.

• Leave a gap of between 3/16" (5 mm) and 7/16" (10 mm)

between the wall and the base of the screw head, as shown.

(We recommend that you con- sult a home installation profes- sional.)

We recommend using the provided rubber stoppers to

achieve the best possible sound from your speakers. The

rubber stoppers prevent the speakers from moving, provid-

ing a more stable platform. Use thick stoppers for the cen-

ter speaker.

Thick rubber stoppers

3/16" to 7/16" (5 mm to 10 mm)

Wall

To mount the center speaker horizontally, use the two key- hole slots shown to hang each speaker on two screws that are securely screwed into the wall.

Center speaker (SKC-580)

Keyhole slot for wall mounting

7-7/8" (200 mm)

Bottomof the SKC-580

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 sup- plied pads underneath the subwoofer's feet. The pads also provide a stable base for the subwoofer.

Pad

Connected image with AV components

HDMI cable

: Video & Audio

AV receiver _===

Other cables

AV receiver

j---

Blu-ray Disc/

TV, projector, etc. 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 maltunc- tions).

• To prevent interference, keep audio and video cables away from power cords and speaker cables.

AV Cables and Jacks

Signal Cable

Video and HDMI Audio

Video

Audio

Component video

Composite video

Optical digital audio

Coaxial digital audio

Analog audio

(RCA)

Y _ @ Green

__ v@ Yellow

=CTi_ @ Orange

Jack

HDMI

.....@ mue

c_. @ Red

OPTICAL

[]

_At

L @ White

R@ Red

Description

HDM[ connections call carry digital video and audio. The AV receiver is compliant with HDM[.

Component video separates the luminance (Y) and color difference signals (PB/CB, PR/CR), providing the best pic- ture quality (some TV manufacturers label their compo-

nent video sockets slightly differently).

Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs, and other video equipment.

Optical digital connections allow you to enjoy digital sound such as PCM*, Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio

quality is the same as coaxial. Coaxial digital connections allow you to enjoy digital

sound such as PCM *, Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio quality is the same as optical.

Analog audio connections (RCA) carry analog audio.

Blu-ray Disc/

DVD player Game console

: Video : Audio

1/8" (3.5 mm) _{2N_ ,;>_-, Stereo mini plug

Available sampling rate for PCM input signal is 32144.1148188.2196 kHz. Even 176.4/192 kHz is effective in case of the HDM[ con- nection.

• The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs.

• The AV receiver's optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is inserted and close when it's removed. Push plugs in all the way.

This cable carries analog audio.

I [_,_'RRI,R1

• To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical plug straight when inserting and removing.

VCR or DVD recorder/Digital Video Recorder

[ ]

TV, projector, etc,

Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc, Blu-ray Disc/DVD player

Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below. v': Assignment can be changed (_ 34).

Jack Signal

[nput Audio/Video

Output

Refer to "About HDMI" (@ 60) and "Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder" (@ 61).

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

• Set the "TV Control" setting to "On" (_ 41) for all r'-tll-IID-compatible TV.

• Set the "Audio TV OUT" setting to "On" (_ 40) when the TV is not compatible with r-[I I-lID ol- the "TV Control" setting to "Off".

• Set your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player's HDM[ audio output setting to PCM.

• To listen to TV audio through the AV receiver, see "Connecting External Components" (_ 17).

• When listening to an HDM[ component through the AV receiver set the HDM[ component so that its video can be seen on the TV screen (on the TV, select the input of the HDM[ component connected to the AV receiver). [f the TV pow'er 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" (_ 40) 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 "TV Control" setting is set to "On" (_ 41) to hear from

speakers of r-[I I-liD-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.

N 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/¢D input selector.

• To use ARC function, you must select the TV/¢D input selector, your TV must support ARC function and "HDMI Control" is set to "On" (_ 40).

HDM[ IN 1 HDM[ IN 2 HDM[ IN 3 HDM[ IN 4 HDM[ OUT

Components

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player VCR or DVD recordeffDigital Video Recorder Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc.

Game console TV, projector, etc.

Assignable

v" v" v" v"

0 oD

"r' oQ ,::! Q_

, @ @@ @@

Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below.

_: Assignment can be changed (@ 34).

No.

Jack

COMPONENT VIDEO

DIGITAL IN

IN 1 (BD/DVD) IN 2 (CBL/SAT)

OUT OPTICAL

COAXIAL

.! GAME)

(TV/CD) (BD/DVD)

(CBL/SAT)

MONITOR OUT

BD/DVD IN VCR/DVR IN

CBL/SAT IN GAME IN TV/CD IN

UNIVERSAL PORT Analog audio/

Signal

Component video

Digital audio

Composite video

Analog audio and composite

video

Analog audio

Video

Components

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc. TV, projector, etc.

Game console

TV, CD player

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc. TV, projector, etc.

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player

VCR or DVD recorder/Digital

Video Recorder

Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc. Game console

TV, CD player, Turntable*l Cassette tape deck, MD, CD-R

Universal port optional dock (UP-AI etc.)

Assignable 1/

1/ 1/ 1/ 1/

"1 Connect a turntable (MM) that has a phono preamp built-in. If your turntable (MM) doesn't have it, you'll need a commercially

available phono preamp. If your turntable has a moving coil (MC) type cartridge, you'll need a commercially available MC head amp or MC transformer as well as a phono preamp. See your turntable's manual for details.

• With connection _, you can listen and record audio from the external components while you are in Zone 2. You can lis- ten and record audio from the external components in the main room; you can listen to the audio in Zone 2 as well.

• With connection _, you can enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS. (To record or listen in Zone 2 as well, use _ and _.)

• 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 _.

N How to record the video With the connections described above, you cannot record the video through the AV receiver. To make a connection for

video recording (@ 27).

• When you connect to both AUX INPUT AUDIO `jacks and AUX INPUT LINE IN `jack at the same time, AUX INPUT LINE IN `jack

will be given a higher priority.

• The AV receiver can output audio and video signals from the AUX INPUT jacks to the VCR/DVR OUT jacks.

Step 1: Make sure that each Onkyo component is connected

with an analog audio cable (connection _ in the hookup examples) (_ 17).

Step 2: Make the R I connection (see illustration below).

Step 3: If you're using an RI Dock, or cassette tape deck,

change the Input Display (_ 23).

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

N System On/Auto Power On

When you start playback on a component connected via

f-4I, if the AV receiver is on Standby, it will automati-

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

N Direct Change

When playback is started on a component connected via

if4I, the AV receiver automatically selects that compo-

nent as the input source.

N Remote Control

You can use the AV receiver's remote controller to con- trol your other f-4I-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 (_ 51 ).

• Use only 1"-41cables for 1"-41connections. 1"-41cables are supplied with Onkyo players (DVD, CD, etc.).

• Some components have two 1"-41`jacks. You can connect either one to the AV receiver. The other,jack is for connecting addi-

tional 1"-4I-capable components.

• Connect only Onkyo components to 1"-41`jacks. Connecting other manufacturer's components may cause a malfunction.

• Some components may not support all 1"-41functions. Refer to the manuals supplied with your other Onkyo components.

• While Zone 2 is on, the System On/Auto Power On and Direct Change 141 functions do not work.

e,g,, CD player I

.- __.j I

e,g,, DVD player

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.

North American models

Insert the plug into the jack,

Thumbtacks, etc.

Asian models

Indoor FM antenna (supplied)

Insert wire, Release,

Assembling the AM loop antenna

AM loop antenna (supplied)

[ [0RIIIR'a_

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

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

reception.

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

• 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 antelma.

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.

The on-screen setup menus are displayed when:

• There is no video input, o1"

• The video input is 480p, 576p, 720p, 1080i,o1"1080p.

Video Connection Formats

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

When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the AVreceiver doesn't convert between formats, so only outputs

[ Blu-rayDisc/DVDplayer,etc. ]

Video Signal FlowChart

of the same format as the input will output the signal.

Composite Component HDMI

AV receiver

HO O = m

Composite Component HDMI

Audio Connection Formats

Audio component can be connected by using any of the following audio connection formats: analog, optical, coax-

ial, or HDMI. When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the

AVreceiver does not convert digital input signals for ana- log line outputs and vice versa. For example, audio signals

connected to an optical or coaxial digital input are not out- put 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 pri- ority: HDMI, digital, analog.

TV, projector, etc. I

AudioSignal Flow Chart

I Blu-rayDisc/DVDplayer,etc. [

Analog Optical Coaxial HDMI

AV receiver

Analog

TV, projector, etc. J

"1 Depends on the "Audio TV OUT" setting (_ 40).

*2 This setting is available, when "Audio Return Ch" set-

ring is set to "Auto" (_ 40), you must select the TV/CD input selector and your TV must support ARC function.

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