Onkyo TX-SR576, SR506S - AV Receiver, TXSR506S Instruction Manual

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AV Receiver

TX-SR506 TX-SR576

Instruction Manual

Contents

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

Connection .................................... 14

Turning On & First Time Setup..... 35

Basic Operation

Playing your AV components ....... 45

Listening to the Radio.................. 49

Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver. Please retain this manual for future reference.

Enjoying the Listening Modes ..... 55

Advanced Operation..................... 62

Troubleshooting ............................ 90

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WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Important Safety Instructions

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

OUVRIR

NE PAS

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 WARNING

tripod, bracket, or table speciﬁed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

S3125A

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

14. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. Damage Requiring Service Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen

into the apparatus,

C. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or

water,

D. If the apparatus does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualiﬁed technician to restore the apparatus to its normal operation,

E. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in

any way, and

F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in

performance this indicates a need for service.

16. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the apparatus through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a ﬁre or electric shock. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects ﬁlled with liquids, such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus. Don’t put candles or other burning objects on top of this unit.

17. Batteries Always consider the environmental issues and follow local regulations when disposing of batteries.

18. If you install the apparatus in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or rack, ensure that there is adequate ventilation. Leave 20 cm (8") of free space at the top and sides and 10 cm (4") at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm (4") away from the rear panel or wall, creating a ﬂue-like gap for warm air to escape.

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Precautions

1. Recording Copyright

—Unless it’s for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder.

2. AC Fuse

—The AC fuse inside the unit is not 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.

Some models have a voltage selector switch for compatibility with power systems around the world. Before you plug in this model, make sure that the voltage selector is set to the correct voltage for your area. If it isn’t, use a small screwdriver to set it as appropriate. For example, if the voltage in your area is 120 volts, set the selector to “120V.” If it’s between 220 and 240 volts, set it to “220-240V.”

OUT

IN 2IN 3

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

IN IN

VCR/DVR

CBL/SAT

B/PB

CR/PR

OUT

INININ IN

OUT

CBL/SAT

VCR/DVR

TAPE

IN 1

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

DIGITAL IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

MONITOR

DVD

OUT

FRONT

SURR

VOLTAGE

DVD

SELECTOR

SURR BACK SPEAKERS

SURR SPEAKERS

120V

PRE OUT

SUB

WOOFER

220-240V

ZONE 2 SPEAKERS

FRONT SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

120V

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

220-240V

Bi-AMP for FRONT SPEAKERS

ANTENNA

FM 75

ZONE 2

CENTER

SURR BACK

LINE OUT

RLR

SUB

WOOFER

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. Never Touch this Unit with Wet Hands

—Never handle this unit or its power cord while your hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid gets inside this unit, have it checked by your Onkyo dealer.

6. Handling Notes

• If you need to transport this unit, use the original

packaging to pack it how it was when you originally bought it.

• Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit

for a long time, because they may leave marks on the case.

• This unit’s top and rear panels may get warm

after prolonged use. This is normal.

• If you do not use this unit for a long time, it may not work properly the next time you turn it on, so be sure to use it occasionally.

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:

COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:

CAUTION:

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

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,

Modèle pour les Canadien

REMARQUE:

LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. Sur les modèles dont la ﬁche est polarisée:

ATTENTION:

TRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLEC-

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Precautions

—Continued

Supplied Accessories

For British models

Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualiﬁed service personnel.

IMPORTANT

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Blue: Neutral Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

IMPORTANT

The plug is ﬁtted with an appropriate fuse. If the fuse needs to be replaced, the replacement fuse must be approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 and have the same ampere rating as that indicated on the plug. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse. If the power cord’s plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, cut it off and ﬁt a suitable plug. Fit a suitable fuse in the plug.

Make sure you have the following accessories:

Remote controller and two batteries (AA/R6)

Speaker setup microphone

Indoor FM antenna

AM loop antenna

Left

Front

Right

Zone 2

Surround

SP-B

Zone 2

Front

Left

Front

Right

SP-B

Left

SP-B

Right

Surround

Left

Front

Left

Front

Right

SP-B

Left

SP-B

Right

Speaker Cable

Left

Right

Center

Surround

Right

Center

Surround

Right

Surround

Left

Right

Center

Zone 2

Surround Back

Zone 2

Right

Zone 2

Left

Zone 2

Right

Zone 2

Left

Surround Back

Right

Surround Back

Left

Center

Surround Back

Right

Surround Back

Left

For European Models

Declaration of Conformity

We,

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6, 82194 GROEBENZELL, GERMANY

declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding technical standards such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and EN61000-3-2, -3-3.

GROEBENZELL, GERMANY

K. MIYAGI

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH

Speaker cable labels

Power-plug adapter

Only supplied in certain countries. Use this adapter if your AC outlet does not match with the plug on the AV receiver’s power cord. (Adapter varies from country to country.)

*How to mount the AC plug:

* 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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Contents

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

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

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

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

Multiroom Capability ........................................ 7

Getting to Know the AV Receiver ...................8

Front Panel ..............................................................8

Display ....................................................................9

Rear Panel .............................................................10

Remote Controller .......................................... 12

Controlling the AV Receiver ................................12

Installing the Batteries ...........................................13

Using the Remote Controller ................................13

Connecting Your Speakers ........................... 14

Enjoying Home Theater ........................................14

Bi-amping Front Speakers .....................................17

Connecting Antennas ....................................18

Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna .....................18

Connecting the AM Loop Antenna .......................18

Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna ....................19

Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna ...................19

Connecting Your Components ..................... 20

About AV Connections .........................................20

Connecting Audio and Video Signals

to the AV Receiver .............................................21

Which Connections Should I Use? .......................21

Connecting a TV or Projector ...............................22

Connecting a DVD player .....................................23

Connecting a VCR or DVR for Playback .............25

Connecting a VCR or DVR for Recording ...........26

Connecting a Satellite, Cable, or Terrestrial

Set-top box or Other Video Source ....................27

Connecting Components with HDMI ...................28

Making HDMI Connections ..................................28

Connecting a Camcorder, Game Console,

or Other Device ..................................................30

Connecting a CD Player or Turntable ...................31

Connecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc,

or DAT Recorder ................................................32

Connecting an RI Dock .........................................33

Connecting Onkyo Components ....................34

Connecting the Power Cord ..................................34

Turning On the AV Receiver .......................... 35

Turning On and Standby .......................................35

First Time Setup .............................................36

Automatic Speaker Setup (Audyssey 2EQ) ..........36

Speaker Settings ....................................................38

HDMI Input Setup .................................................39

Component Video Input Setup ..............................41

Digital Input Setup ................................................42

Changing the Input Display ..................................43

Automatic Audio Input Selection Setup

(TX-SR576 only) ................................................44

Playing Your AV Components ...................... 45

Basic AV Receiver Operation ...............................45

Common Functions ........................................46

Setting the Display Brightness ............................. 46

Muting the AV Receiver ...................................... 46

Using the Sleep Timer .......................................... 46

Using Headphones ................................................ 47

Displaying Source Information ............................ 47

Specifying the Digital Signal Format ................... 48

Listening to the Radio .................................... 49

AM Frequency Step Setup

(on some models) ............................................... 49

Listening to AM/FM Stations ............................... 50

Presetting AM/FM Stations .................................. 52

Using RDS (European models only) .................... 53

Using the Listening Modes ............................ 55

Selecting the Listening Modes ............................. 55

Listening Modes Available for Each

Source Format .................................................... 56

About the Listening Modes .................................. 59

Recording ........................................................61

Recording the Input Source .................................. 61

Recording from Different AV Sources ................. 61

Adjusting the Listening Modes .....................62

Using the Audio Adjust Settings .......................... 62

Using the Audio Settings ...................................... 64

Listening Mode Presets

(TX-SR576 only) ............................................... 66

Advanced Setup ..............................................67

Speaker Setup ....................................................... 67

Source Setup (TX-SR576 only) ............................ 72

Miscellaneous Setup

(TX-SR576 only) ............................................... 73

Hardware Setup (TX-SR576 only) ....................... 74

Lock Setup (TX-SR576 only) .............................. 76

Zone 2 ..............................................................77

Connecting Zone 2 ............................................... 77

Powered Zone 2 Setting ........................................ 78

Using Zone 2 ........................................................ 79

Controlling Other Components ..................... 81

Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes ............... 81

Entering Remote Control Codes ........................... 81

Resetting the Remote Controller .......................... 82

Controlling a DVD Player, or DVD Recorder ..... 83

Controlling a VCR or PVR ................................... 84

Controlling a Satellite Receiver

or Cable Receiver ............................................... 85

Controlling a CD Player, CD Recorder,

or MD Player ...................................................... 86

Controlling an RI Dock ........................................ 87

Controlling a Cassette Recorder ........................... 88

Controlling a TV ................................................... 89

Troubleshooting .............................................90

Specifications .................................................94

*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 90).

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Features

Ampliﬁer

• 75 Watts/Channel @ 8 ohms (FTC) (TX-SR506)

• 80 Watts/Channel @ 8 ohms (FTC) (TX-SR576)

• 130 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (IEC)

• 160 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (JEITA)

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

• High-Current Low-Impedance Drive (TX-SR506)

• Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry

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

Processing

• Dolby Digital Plus*1 (TX-SR576)

• Dolby Digital EX and Pro Logic IIx

• DTS and DTS-ES, DTS 96/24 and DTS Neo:6 Pro-

cessing

• Pure Audio Mode (On models other than the North American model)

• Direct Mode

• Music Optimizer

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

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

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; 7,003,467; 7,212,872 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS, DTS Digital Surround, ES, and Neo:6 are registered trademarks and the DTS logos, Symbol and DTS 96/24 are trademarks of DTS, Inc. ©1996-2007 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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

HDMI, the HDMI logo and High Deﬁnition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.

Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories. U.S. and foreign patents pending. Audyssey 2EQ and Dynamic EQ are trademarks of Audyssey Laboratories.

Connections

•3 HDMI*4 Inputs and 1 Output

• Onkyo RIHD for System Control (TX-SR576)

• HDTV-Ready Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/1 Output)

•4 Digital Inputs (2 Optical/2 Coaxial/4 Assignable)

•3 S-Video Inputs/2 Outputs

•Powered Zone 2

• Color-Coded 7.1 Multichannel Inputs (Ready for Dolby Digital and DTS Formats for High-Deﬁnition Discs)

• Subwoofer Pre Outs

Miscellaneous

• 40 AM/FM Presets

• Audyssey 2EQ*4 Room Correction and Speaker Calibration

• Audyssey Dynamic EQ Loudness Correction

• Crossover Adjustment (40/50/60/80/100/120/150/200Hz)

• A/V Sync Control Function (up to 100 ms)

• Theater Dimensional Virtual Surround Function

• Compatible with RI Dock for the iPod

• Preprogrammed -Compatible Remote

Theater-Dimensional is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.

* Apple and iPod are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., regis-

tered in the U.S. and other countries.

* “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

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Multiroom Capability

You can use two speaker systems with this AV receiver

your main listening room, a stereo speaker system in a second room, or Zone 2, as we call it. And, you can select a different audio source for each room.

Main Room:

You can enjoy the various listening modes such as Dolby and DTS (pages 55–60). *While Powered Zone 2 is being used, playback is reduced to 5.1-channels (see page 77).

Zone 2:

*The listening modes cannot be used with Zone 2.

In your main listening room, you can enjoy up to 7.1-channel playback (see page 14).

In your Zone 2 room, you can enjoy 2-channel stereo playback (see page 77).

—a surround-sound speaker system (up to 7.1 channels) in

Main Room

Surround back left and right speakers

Front left and right speakers

* While Powered Zone 2 is being

used, nothing is output by these speakers (page 78).

Subwoofer

Center speaker

Surround left and right speakers

Zone 2 Room

Left and right stereo speakers

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Getting to Know the AV Receiver

Front Panel

North American model

5 61 2

ZONE 2

MULTI CH

ZONE 2

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX TAPE TUNER CD

TONE

OFF

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

DIGITAL INPUT TUNING MODE

DISPLAY DIMMER MEMORY

ON/STANDBY

STANDBY

MUSIC OPTIMIZER

PHONES

J987

MASTER VOLUME

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP

RETURN

SETUP MIC

CLEAR

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

MLK

N XOP Q RS TUV W

Other models

ON/STANDBY

PHONES

STANDBY

PURE AUDIO

ZONE 2

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

ZONE 2 OFF

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DIGITAL INPUT

DISPLAY

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

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 (35)

Sets the AV receiver to On or Standby.

STANDBY indicator (35)

Lights up when the AV receiver is on Standby and ﬂashes while a signal is being received from the remote controller.

ZONE 2 indicator (79)

Flashes when Zone 2 is being set. Lights up when Zone 2 is on.

Input selector buttons (45)

Select the following input sources: DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, AUX, TAPE, TUNER, CD.

The [MULTI CH] button selects the multichannel DVD input.

Remote-control sensor (13)

Display

See “Display” on page 9.

SETUP button

Opens and closes the setup menus.

TUNING, PRESET, Arrow, and ENTER

buttons

When AM or FM is selected, the TUNING [ ] [] buttons are used for radio tuning, and the PRESET [ ] [ ] buttons are used to select radio pre-

sets (see page 52). 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.

RETURN button

Selects the previously displayed setup menu.

Receives control signals from the remote controller.

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

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Getting to Know the AV Receiver

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

MASTER VOLUME control (45)

Sets the volume of the AV receiver to Min, 1 through 79, or Max.

PHONES jack (47)

This 1/4-inch phone jack is for connecting a standard pair of stereo headphones for private listening.

MUSIC OPTIMIZER button (65)

Turns the Music Optimizer on or off.

ZONE 2 and OFF buttons (79)

The ZONE 2 button is used when setting Zone 2. The OFF button is used to turn off Zone 2.

TONE, –, and + buttons (64)

Used to adjust the tone (bass and treble).

MOVIE/TV button (55)

Selects the listening modes intended for use with movies and TV.

MUSIC button (55)

Selects the listening modes intended for use with music.

GAME button (55)

Selects the listening modes intended for use with video games.

DISPLAY button (47)

Displays various information about the currently selected input source.

—Continued

DIGITAL INPUT button (42, 44)

On the TX-SR506, used to assign digital inputs to input selectors. On the TX-SR576, selects the options for automatic audio input selection setup.

DIMMER (RT/PTY/TP) button (54, 46)

Adjusts the display brightness. On the European modes, this is the RT/PTY/TP but-

ton, and it’s used with RDS (Radio Data System). See “Using RDS (European models only)” on page 53.

MEMORY button (52)

Used when storing or deleting radio presets.

TUNING MODE button (50)

Selects the Auto or Manual tuning mode for AM and FM radio.

SETUP MIC (36)

The automatic speaker setup microphone connects here.

AUX INPUT (30, 61)

Used to connect a camcorder, game console, and so on. There are input jacks for composite video and analog audio.

PURE AUDIO button and indicator (55)

On models other than the North American model, selects the Pure Audio listening mode. The indicator lights up when this mode is selected. Pressing this button again selects the previous listening mode.

Display

1 23 4

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

SLEEP indicator (46)

Lights up when the Sleep function has been set.

MUTING indicator (46)

Flashes while the AV receiver is muted.

Listening mode and format indicators (55)

Show the selected listening mode and audio input signal format.

Tuning indicators (50)

FM STEREO (50):

reo FM station.

RDS (53):

that supports RDS (Radio Data System).

Lights up when tuned to a radio station

Lights up when tuned to a ste-

AUTO (50):

selected for AM or FM radio. Goes off when Manual Tuning mode is selected.

TUNED (50):

tion.

Message area

Displays various information.

Audio input indicators

Indicate the type of audio input that’s selected as the audio source: PCM, MULTI CH, or HDMI.

Audyssey indicator (37)

Lights up during automatic speaker setup.

Lights up when Auto Tuning mode is

Lights up when tuned to a radio sta-

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Getting to Know the AV Receiver

Rear Panel

—Continued

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

3 4 5 71 8 96

IN 1

CBL/SAT

OUT

VCR/DVR

IN IN

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

IN 2IN 3

B/PB

CR/PR

OUT

TAPE

MONITOR

DVD

FRONT SURR

SURR BACK SPEAKERS

Bi-AMP for FRONT SPEAKERS

OUT

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

DVD

ANTENNA

SURR BACK

ZONE 2

LINE OUT

PRE OUT

SUB

WOOFER

J K L M N O P Q R S

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 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.

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 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.

COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 and 2

These RCA component video inputs are for connecting components with a component video output, such as a DVD player, DVD 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 41.

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

This RCA component video output is for connecting a TV or projector with a component video input.

HDMI IN 1–3 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 player, DVD 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 “HDMI Input Setup” on page 39.

The HDMI outputs are for connecting a TV or projector with an HDMI input.

MONITOR OUT

The S-Video or composite video jack should be connected to a video input on your TV or projector.

AM and FM ANTENNA

The AM push terminals are for connecting an AM antenna. The FM jack is for connecting an FM antenna.

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.

The FRONT L/R and SURR BACK L/R terminal posts can be used with front speakers and surround back speakers, respectively, or used to bi-amp front Speakers. See “Bi-amping Front Speakers” on page 17.

VOLTAGE SELECTOR (Only some models)

This voltage selector provides compatibility with power systems around the world (see page 3).

This (Remote Interactive) jack can be connected to the jack on another -capable

Onkyo component for remote and system control. To use , you must make an analog audio connec-

tion (RCA) between the AV receiver and the other component, even if they are connected digitally.

CD IN

This analog audio input is for connecting a CD player’s analog audio output.

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.

SURR SPEAKERS

REMOTE CONTROL

ZONE 2 SPEAKERS

FRONT SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

Only some models

120V

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

220-240V

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Getting to Know the AV Receiver

CBL/SAT IN

A cable or satellite receiver can be connected here. There are S-Video and composite video input jacks for connecting the video signal, and there are analog audio input jacks for connecting the audio signal.

VCR/DVR IN/OUT

A video component, such as a VCR or DVR, can be connected here for recording and playback. There are S-Video and composite video input and output jacks for connecting the video signal, and there are analog audio input jacks for connecting the audio signal.

DVD IN

This input is for connecting a DVD player. There are S-Video and composite video input jacks for connecting the video signal.

DVD FRONT L/R, CENTER, SUBWOOFER,

SURR L/R, and SURR BACK L/R

This analog multichannel input is for connecting a component with a 5.1/7.1-channel analog audio output, such as a DVD player, DVD-Audio or SACD-capable player, or an MPEG decoder.

ZONE 2 LINE OUT L/R

These analog audio outputs can be connected to the line inputs on ampliﬁers in Zone 2.

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT

This analog audio output can be connected to a powered subwoofer.

ZONE 2 SPEAKERS L/R

These push terminals are for connecting speakers in Zone 2.

—Continued

See pages 14–34 for hookup information.

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Remote Controller

Controlling the AV Receiver

To control the AV receiver, press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button to select Receiver mode.

You can also use the remote controller to control your DVD player, CD player, and other components. See page 81 for more details.

2 3

RECEIVER

TUNER

K L

MULTI CH button (45)

Selects the multichannel DVD input.

Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons

Used to select and adjust settings.

SETUP button

Used to change settings.

LISTENING MODE buttons (55)

Used to select the listening modes.

DIMMER button (46)

Adjusts the display brightness.

DISPLAY button (47)

Displays information about the current input source.

MUTING button (46)

Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver.

VOL [ ]/[ ] button (45)

Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver regardless of the currently selected remote controller mode.

RETURN button

Returns to the previous display when changing settings.

AUDIO button (64)

Used to change audio settings.

SLEEP button (46)

Used with the Sleep function.

* SP A/B is not used in this AV receiver.

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

ON/STANDBY button (35)

Sets the AV receiver to On or Standby.

REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons

(45, 83–89)

Selects the remote controller modes and the input sources.

■

Controlling the tuner

To control the AV receiver’s tuner, press the [TUNER] (or [RECEIVER]) REMOTE MODE button.

You can select AM or FM by pressing the [TUNER] button repeatedly.

Arrow [ ]/[ ] buttons

Used to tune into radio stations.

Number buttons (51)

Used to select AM and FM radio stations directly.

D.TUN button (51)

Selects the Direct tuning mode.

DISPLAY button (51)

Displays information about the band, frequency, preset number, and so on.

CH +/– button (52)

Selects radio presets.

Note:

• An Onkyo cassette recorder connected via can also be controlled in Receiver mode (see page 88).

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Remote Controller

—Continued

Installing the Batteries

To open the battery compartment, press

the small lever and remove the cover.

Insert the two supplied batteries (AA/R6)

in accordance with the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment.

Replace the cover and push it shut.

Notes:

• If the remote controller doesn’t work reliably, try replacing the batteries.

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

• If you intend not to use the remote controller for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion.

• Expired batteries should be removed as soon as possible to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion.

Using the Remote Controller

When using the remote controller, point it toward the AV receiver’s remote control sensor, as shown below.

Remote control sensor

STANDBY indicator

30˚

Approx. 16 ft. (5 m)

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 receiver

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Connecting Your Speakers

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

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

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

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

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

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.

1/3 of wall position

Corner position

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Connecting Your Speakers

—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 36) or manually (see page 67).

Using Dipole Speakers

You can use dipole speakers for the surround left and right and surround back left and right speakers. Dipole speakers output the same sound in two directions.

Dipole speakers typically have an arrow printed on them to indicate how they should be positioned. The surround left and right dipole speakers should be positioned so that their arrows point toward your TV or screen, while the surround back left and right dipolar speakers should be positioned so that their arrows point toward each other, as shown.

Connecting a Powered Subwoofer

Using a suitable cable, connect the AV receiver’s PRE OUT: SUBWOOFER to the input on your powered subwoofer. If your subwoofer is unpowered and you’re using an external ampliﬁer, connect the PRE OUT: SUBWOOFER to the amp’s input.

OUT

IN 2IN 3

Powered

subwoofer

LINE INPUT

OUT

IN IN

OUT

IN 1

VCR/DVR

DVD

CBL/SAT

B/PB

CR/PR

INININ IN

OUT

FRONT

OUT

CBL/SAT

VCR/DVR

TAPE

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

DIGITAL IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

MONITOR

SURR

OUT

DVD

PRE OUT

WOOFER

SURR BACK SPEAKERS

Bi-AMP for FRONT SPEAKERS

ANTENNA

FM 75

ZONE 2

SURR BACK

LINE OUT

RLR

PRE OUT

SUB

WOOFER

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

SUB

Attaching the Speaker Labels

The AV receiver’s positive (+) speaker terminals are all red. (The negative (–) speaker terminals are all black.)

Speaker Color

Front left White

Front right Red

Center Green

Surround left Blue

Surround right Gray

Surround back left Brown

Surround back right Tan

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

SURR SPE

Dipole speakers

TV/screen TV/screen

Normal speakers

7 8

1. Subwoofer

2. Front left speaker

3. Center speaker

4. Front right speaker

5. Surround left speaker

6. Surround right speaker

7. Surround back left speaker

8. Surround back right speaker

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Connecting Your Speakers

—Continued

Speaker Connection Precautions

Read the following before connecting your speakers:

•

North American models:

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.

•

Other models:

impedance of between 4 and 16 ohms. If the impedance of any of the connected speakers is 4 ohms or more, but less than 6 ohms, be sure to set the minimum speaker impedance to “4 ohms” (see page 38). 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.

You can connect speakers with an

You can connect speakers

Connecting the Speaker Cables

Strip about 5/8" (15

mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown.

Unscrew the terminal.

Fully insert the bare wire.

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.

Surround

back left

speaker

Surround

back right

speaker

Surround

left

speaker

5/8" (15 mm)

Surround

right

speaker

Front right

speaker

Front left

speaker

Center

speaker

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Connecting Your Speakers

—Continued

Bi-amping Front Speakers

The FRONT L/R and SURR BACK L/R terminal posts can be used with front speakers and surround back speakers respectively, or bi-amped to provide separate tweeter and woofer feeds for front speakers, providing improved bass and treble performance.

• When bi-amping is used, the AV receiver is able to drive up to 5.1 speakers in the main room.

•For bi-amping, the FRONT L/R terminal posts connect to the front speakers’ tweeter terminals. And the SURR BACK L/R terminal posts connect to the front speakers’ woofer terminals.

• Once you’ve completed the bi-amping connections shown below and turned on the AV receiver, you must set the Sp Type setting to Bi-Amp to enable bi-amping (see page 38).

Important:

• When making the bi-amping connections, be sure to remove the jumper bars that link the speakers’ tweeter (high) and woofer (low) terminals.

• Bi-amping can only be used with speakers that support bi-amping. Refer to your speaker manual.

Bi-amping Speaker Hookup

Connect the AV receiver’s FRONT R positive (+)

terminal to the right speaker’s positive (+) tweeter (high) terminal. And connect the AV receiver’s FRONT R negative (–) terminal to the right speaker’s negative (–) tweeter (high) terminal.

Connect the AV receiver’s SURR BACK R posi-

tive (+) terminal to the right speaker’s positive (+) woofer (low) terminal. And connect the AV receiver’s SURR BACK R negative (–) terminal to the right speaker’s negative (–) woofer (low) terminal.

Connect the AV receiver’s FRONT L positive (+)

terminal to the left speaker’s positive (+) tweeter (high) terminal. And connect the AV receiver’s FRONT L negative (–) terminal to the left speaker’s negative (–) tweeter (high) terminal.

Connect the AV receiver’s SURR BACK L posi-

tive (+) terminal to the left speaker’s positive (+) woofer (low) terminal. And connect the AV receiver’s SURR BACK L negative (–) terminal to the left speaker’s negative (–) woofer (low) terminal.

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

OUT

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

OUT

SURR BACK SPEAKERS

Bi-AMP for FRONT SPEAKERS

IN 1

CBL/SAT

OUT

IN IN

FRONT

MONITOR

DVD

OUT

SURR

DVD

VCR/DVR

Left speaker

Right speaker

CENTER

WOOFER

SURR BACK SPEAKERS

Bi-AMP for FRONT SPEAKERS

ANTENNA

FM 75

ZONE 2

SURR BACK

LINE OUT

RLR

SUB

SURR SPEAKERS

PRE OUT

SUB

WOOFER

ZONE 2 SPEAKERS

FRONT SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

120V

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

220-240V

FRONT SPEAKERS

Woofer (low) Tw eeter (high)

IN 2IN 3

B/PB

CR/PR

TAPE

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Connecting Antennas

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

ANTENNA

FM 75

FM antenna jack

Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna

The supplied indoor FM antenna is for indoor use only.

Attach the FM antenna, as shown.

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American Model

Connecting the AM Loop Antenna

The supplied indoor AM loop antenna is for indoor use only.

Assemble the AM loop antenna, inserting

the tabs into the base, as shown.

Connect both wires of the AM loop

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.

FM 75

Insert the plug fully into the jack.

■

Other Models

FM 75

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.

Use thumbtacks or something similar to

ﬁx the FM antenna into position.

Thumbtacks, etc.

Push Insert wire Release

ANTENNA

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 19).

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 19).

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Connecting Antennas

—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

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.

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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 receiver To TV (or VCR)

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Connecting Your Components

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:

plug straight when inserting and removing.

AV Cables and Jacks

Video

HDMI

Component video cable

To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical

Cable Jack Description

CB/P

CR/P

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)

(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

HDMI connections can carry uncompressed standard- or high-deﬁnition digital video and audio and offer the best picture and sound quality.

Component video separates the luminance (Y) and color difference signals (P picture quality. (Some TV manufacturers label their component video jacks slightly differently.)

Analog audio

Composite video

, PB), providing the best

Left (white)

Right (red)

(Yellow)

Right!

Wrong!

S-Video cable

Composite video cable

Audio

Optical digital audio cable

Coaxial digital audio cable

Analog audio cable (RCA)

Multichannel analog audio cable (RCA)

FRONT CENTER

SUBWOOFER

COAXIAL

SURR

MULTI CH

S-Video separates the luminance and color signals

and provides better picture quality than composite video.

Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs,

and other video equipment.

This offers the best sound quality and allows you to

OPTICAL

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 multichannel analog audio and is typically used to connect DVD players with a 7.1-

SURR BACK

channel analog audio output. Several standard analog audio cables can be used instead of a multichannel cable.

Note:

The AV receiver does not support SCART connections.

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Connecting Your Components

—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

Audio

DVD player, etc.

Speakers (see page 16 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, S-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 S-Video Component

AV receiver

Composite S-Video Component

HDMI

MONITOR OUT

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, analog multichannel, or HDMI.

When you connect audio equipment to an HDMI, OPTICAL, or COAXIAL input, you must assign that input to an input selector (see pages 39 and 42).

On the TX-SR506, audio signals received by the HDMI IN jacks are output only by the HDMI OUT (pass thru). 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

MD recorder, etc.

HDMI

Multichannel

Optical Coaxial Analog

Analog

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Connecting Your Components

—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.

A B

a b c

•With connection , you can listen to and record audio from your TV or listen in Zone 2.

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

a c

b c a b

Connection AV receiver Signal ﬂow TV Picture quality

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

MONITOR OUT S

MONITOR OUT V

CBL/SAT IN L/R

DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 2

DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

OUT

B/PB

CR/PR

IN 2IN 3

⇒

⇐

IN 1

CBL/SAT

Component video input

S-Video input Better

Composite video input

Analog audio L/R output

Digital coaxial output

Digital optical output

OUT

VCR/DVR

OUT

IN IN

DVD

FRONT

MONITOR

OUT

SURR

CENTER

ANTENNA

SURR BACK

Best

Standard

SURR BACK SPEAKERS

Bi-AMP for FRONT SPEAKERS

ZONE 2

LINE OUT

PRE O

WOOF

SUB

REMOTE CONTROL

OUT

Connect one or the other Connection must be assigned

(see page 42)

If your TV has no audio outputs, connect an audio output from your VCR or cable or satellite

Hint!

receiver to the AV receiver and use its tuner to listen to TV programs through the AV receiver (see pages 25 and 27).

OPTICAL

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

TAPE

YCOAXIAL

TV, projector, etc.

CBL/SAT

R S VIDEO

VCR/DVR

AUDIO

OUT

SUB

WOOFER

DVD

VIDEO

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Connecting Your Components

—Continued

Connecting a DVD player

Step 1: Video Connection

Choose a video connection that matches your DVD player ( , , or

A B C

You must connect the AV receiver to your TV with the same type of connection.

Step 2: Audio Connection

Choose an audio connection that matches your DVD player ( , , or ), and then make the connection.

), and then make the connection.

b c

•With connection , you can listen to and record audio from a DVD or listen in Zone 2.

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

a c

b c a b

• If your DVD player has main left and right outputs and multichannel left and right outputs, be sure to use the main left and right outputs for connection .

Connection AV receiver Signal ﬂow DVD player Picture quality

COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1

DVD IN S

DVD IN V

DVD IN FRONT L/R

DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 1

DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

COMPONENT VIDEO

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

OUT

B/PB

CR/PR

⇐

IN 2IN 3

IN 1

CBL/SAT

Component video output

S-Video output Better

Composite video output

Analog audio L/R output

Digital coaxial output

Digital optical output

OUT

VCR/DVR

OUT

IN IN

FRONT SURR

DVD

MONITOR

OUT

CENTER

ANTENNA

SURR BACK

Best

Standard

SURR BACK SPEAKERS

Bi-AMP for FRONT SPEAKERS

ZONE 2

LINE OUT

PRE OU

SUB

WOOFE

REMOTE CONTROL

OUT

Connect one or the other Connection must be

assigned (see page 42)

OPTICAL

OUT

TAPE

YCOAXIAL

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

R S VIDEO

CBL/SAT

AUDIO

OUT

VCR/DVR

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

DVD

SUB

WOOFER

DVD player

To connect a DVD player or DVD-Audio/SACD-capable player with a multichannel analog audio output, see page 24.

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Connecting Your Components

—Continued

Hooking Up the Multichannel Input

If your DVD player supports multichannel audio formats such as DVD-Audio and SACD, and it has a multichannel analog audio output, you can connect it to the AV receiver’s multichannel input.

Use a multichannel analog audio cable, or several normal audio cables, to connect the AV receiver’s DVD IN FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURR L/R, SURR BACK L/R, and SUBWOOFER jacks to the 7.1-channel analog audio output on your DVD player. If your DVD player has a 5.1-channel analog audio output, don’t connect anything to the AV receiver’s SURR BACK L/R jacks.

To select the multichannel input, see “Basic AV Receiver Operation” on page 45. To adjust the subwoofer sensitivity for the multichannel input, see “Using the Audio Adjust Settings” on page 62 (TX-SR506), or see “Hardware Setup (TXSR576 only)” on page 74.

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

IN 1

CBL/SAT

OUT

IN IN

MONITOR

DVD

FRONT SURR

OUT

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

DVD

VCR/DVR

OUT

VCR/DVR

ANTENNA

SURR BACK

SURR BACK SPEAKERS

Bi-AMP for FRONT SPEAKERS

ZONE 2

LINE OUT

SURR SPEAKERS

PRE OUT

SUB

WOOFER

ZONE 2 SPEAKERS

FRONT SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

120V

220-240V

IN 2IN 3

B/PB

CR/PR

OUT

TAPE

7.1 ch

5.1 ch

FRONT

FRONT CENTER

LLR

SURROUND

SURR

SUB

WOOFER

DVD

CENTER SUB

SURR BACK

WOOFER

SURR BACK

DVD player

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Hint!

B F

SURR BACK SPEAKERS

IN 1

2IN 3

OUT

—Continued

Connecting a VCR or DVR for Playback

With this hookup, you can use the tuner in your VCR or DVR to listen to your favorite TV programs via the AV receiver, which is useful if your TV has no audio outputs.

Step 1: Video Connection

Choose a video connection that matches your VCR or DVR ( , , or

B C

connect the AV receiver to your TV with the same type of connection.

Step 2: Audio Connection

Choose an audio connection that matches your VCR or DVR ( , , or ), and then make the connection.

), and then make the connection. You must

b c

•With connection , you can listen to the VCR or DVR in Zone 2.

•To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection or . (To listen in Zone 2 as well, use and , or and

b c a b a

Connection AV receiver Signal ﬂow VCR or DVR Picture quality

COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2

VCR/DVR IN S

VCR/DVR IN V

VCR/DVR IN L/R

DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 2

DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

B/PB

CR/PR

OUT

TAPE

⇐

Component video output

S-Video output Better

Composite video output

Analog audio L/R output

Digital coaxial output

Digital optical output

CBL/SAT

VCR/DVR

OUT

IN IN

VCR/DVR

MONITOR

DVD

OUT

FRONT SURR

DVD

ANTENNA

CENTER

SURR BACK

SUB

WOOFER

Best

Standard

Bi-AMP for FRONT SPEAKERS

FM 75

ZONE 2

LINE OUT

PRE

WOO

OUT

OPTICAL

OUT

Connect one or the other Connection must be

assigned (see page 42)

YCOAXIAL

R S VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO

OUT

VCR or DVR

VIDEO

OUT

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Connecting a VCR or DVR for Recording

Step 1: Video Connection

Choose a video connection that matches your VCR or DVR ( or ), and then make the connection. The video source to be recorded must be connected to the AV receiver via the same type of connection.

Step 2: Audio Connection

Make the audio connection .

Connection AV receiver Signal ﬂow VCR or DVD recorder Picture quality

VCR/DVR OUT S

VCR/DVR OUT V

VCR/DVR OUT L/R

⇒

S-Video input

Better

Composite video input Standard

Audio L/R input

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

OUT

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

OUT

IN 2IN 3

B/PB

CR/PR

TAPE

AUDIO

IN 1

CBL/SAT

S VIDEO

VCR/DVR

OUT

VCR/DVR

VIDEO

OUT

IN IN

FRONT

DVD

MONITOR

OUT

SURR

DVD

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

ANTENNA

SURR BACK

SURR BACK SPEAKERS

Bi-AMP for FRONT SPEAKERS

ZONE 2

LINE OUT

SUR

PRE OUT

SUB

WOOFER

Notes:

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

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

•Video signals connected to composite video inputs can only be recorded via the VCR/DVR OUT V jack. So if your source TV or VCR is connected to a composite video input, the recording VCR/DVR must be connected to the VCR/DVR OUT V jack. Likewise, video signals connected to S-Video inputs can only be recorded via the VCR/DVR OUT S jack. So if your source TV or VCR is connected to an S-Video input, the recording VCR/DVR must be connected to the VCR/DVR OUT S jack.

VCR or DVR

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Hint!

—Continued

Connecting a Satellite, Cable, or Terrestrial Set-top box or Other Video Source

With this hookup, you can use your satellite or cable receiver to listen to your favorite TV programs via the AV receiver, which is useful if your TV has no audio outputs.

Step 1: Video Connection

Choose a video connection that matches the video source ( , , or

You must connect the AV receiver to your TV with the same type of connection.

Step 2: Audio Connection

Choose an audio connection that matches the video source ( , , or ), and then make the connection.

a b c

), and then make the connection.

•With connection , you can listen to and record audio from the video source or listen in Zone 2.

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

a c

b c a b

Connection AV receiver Signal ﬂow Video source Picture quality

COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2

CBL/SAT IN S

CBL/SAT IN V

CBL/SAT IN L/R

DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 2

DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

ASSIGNABLE

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

IN IN

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

OUT

B/PB

CR/PR

⇐

IN 2IN 3

Component video output Best

S-Video output Better

Composite video output Standard

Analog audio L/R output

Digital coaxial output

Digital optical output

IN 1

CBL/SAT

OUT

VCR/DVR

OUT

IN IN

MONITOR

DVD

OUT

FRONT SURR

CENTER

ANTENNA

SURR BACK

SURR BACK SPEAKERS

Bi-AMP for FRONT SPEAKERS

BCB

ZONE 2

LINE OUT

PRE O

WOOF

SUB

OUT

REMOTE CONTROL

OPTICAL

OUT

Connect one or the other Connection must be

assigned (see page 42)

TAPE

YCOAXIAL

R S VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc.

CBL/SAT

AUDIO

OUT

VCR/DVR

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

DVD

SUB

WOOFER

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Connecting Your Components

—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 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), 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:

TX-SR506: Pass-thru TX-SR576: Repeater System, Deep Color, Lip Sync, Dolby Digital Plus, and Multichannel PCM

Supported Audio Formats

so TVs and displays

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

• Multichannel linear PCM (7.1 ch, 32–192kHz)

• Bitstream (Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS) Your DVD player must be able to output these formats from its HDMI OUT.

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.

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 (TX-SR506 only).

Step 4: Assign the HDMI IN.

Turn on the AV receiver, and then assign the HDMI IN (see page 39).

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Connecting Your Components

■

Audio Signals

—Continued

For TX-SR506

• 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.

For TX-SR576

• Digital audio signals received by the HDMI IN jacks are output by the speakers and headphones connected to the AV receiver.

•To listen to audio received by the HDMI IN jacks through your TV’s speakers, set the AudioTVOut setting to On (see pages 74–75), and set your DVD player’s HDMI audio output setting to PCM.

HDMI

OUT

HDMI

Step 1

DVD player

Step 3 ✽

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

Step 2

IN 1

Tip!

If you make the connection described in

IN 1

CBL/SAT

OUT

VCR/DVR

IN IN

DVD

FRONT

MONITOR

OUT

SURR

DVD

CENTER

WOOFER

step 3, to fully enjoy the AV receiver's lis-

tening modes, turn down the volume on your TV all the way so that its speakers

ANTENNA

SURR BACK

SUB

FM 75

output no sound.

Sound off

Connect one or the other

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

IN 2IN 3

B/PB

CR/PR

OUT

TAPE

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). If the TV power is off or the TV is set to another input source, this may result in no sound from the AV receiver or the sound may be cut off.

• 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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—Continued

Connecting a Camcorder, Game Console, or Other Device

Step 1: Make the video connection .

Step 2: Make the audio connection .

MASTER VOLUME

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP

RETURN

SETUP MIC

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

AUX INPUT

VIDEO

AUX INPUT LR

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO OUT

Camcorder, game console, etc.

Connection AV receiver Signal ﬂow Camcorder or console

AUX INPUT VIDEO

AUX INPUT L-AUDIO-R

⇐

Composite video output

Analog audio L/R output

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—Continued

Connecting a CD Player or Turntable

■

CD Player or Turntable (MM) with Built-in Phono Preamp

Step 1:

Choose a connection that matches your CD player ( , , or ). Use connection for a turntable with a built-in phono preamp.

a b

IN 1

VCR/DVR

CBL/SAT

INININ IN

OUT

CBL/SAT

VCR/DVR

OUT

DVD

FRONT

MONITOR

OUT

SURR

DVD

CENTER

WOOFER

ANTENNA

SURR BACK

SUB

AUDIO

OUTPUT

Turntable (MM) with built-in phono preamp

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

IN 2IN 3

B/PB

CR/PR

OUT

TAPE

COAXIAL

Connect one or the other Connection

must be assigned (see page 42)

•With connection , you can listen to and record audio from the CD player or listen in Zone 2.

COAXIAL

OUT

(CD)

OPTICAL

OUT

(CBL/SAT)

AUDIO

OUT

•To connect the CD player digitally, use connection or . (To record or listen in Zone 2 as well, use and , or and .)

b a c

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

CD player

COMPONENT VIDEO

Connection AV receiver Signal ﬂow CD or turntable

CD IN L/R

DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 2

DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 2

⇐

Analog audio L/R output

Digital coaxial output

Digital optical output

■

Turntable (MM) with no Phono Preamp Built-in

A phono preamp is necessary to connect a turntable that doesn’t have a phono preamp built-in.

IN 1

VCR/DVR

CBL/SAT

INININ IN

OUT

CBL/SAT

VCR/DVR

AUDIO

OUTPUT

AUDIO

OUTPUT

OUT

MONITOR

DVD

OUT

FRONT

SURR

DVD

Phono preamp

CENTER

WOOFER

ANTENNA

SURR BACK

SUB

AUDIO

INPUT

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

IN 2IN 3

B/PB

CR/PR

OUT

TAPE

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

■

Turntable with an MC (Moving Coil) Cartridge

An MC head amp and phono preamp are necessary to connect a turntable with an MC (Moving Coil) cartridge.

IN 1

CBL/SAT

INININ IN

OUT

CBL/SAT

Phono preamp

OUT

VCR/DVR

MONITOR

DVD

OUT

FRONT

SURR

CENTER

SUB

DVD

WOOFER

MC head amp or

MC transformer

AUDIO

OUTPUT

ANTENNA

SURR BACK

AUDIO

INPUT

AUDIO

OUTPUT

AUDIO

INPUT

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

OUT

B/PB

CR/PR

TAPE

IN 2IN 3

AUDIO

OUTPUT

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

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Connecting Your Components

—Continued

Connecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder

Step 1:

Choose a connection that matches your recorder ( , , or ), and then make the connection.

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

OPTICAL

(CD)

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

a b

IN 2IN 3

B/PB

CR/PR

OUT

TAPE

OUT

IN 1

CENTER

SUB

WOOFER

ANTENNA

SURR BACK

FM 75

IN IN

MONITOR

DVD

FRONT SURR

OUT

DVD

VCR/DVR

CBL/SAT

OUT

CBL/SAT

VCR/DVR

TAPE

Connect one or the other These connections must be

COAXIAL

OUT

OPTICAL

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

Cassette, CDR, MD, etc.

assigned (see page 42)

•With connection , you can play and record or listen in Zone 2.

•To connect the recorder digitally for playback, use connections and , or and .

a b a c

Connection AV receiver Signal ﬂow Cassette, CDR, MD, or DAT recorder

TAPE IN L/R

TAPE OUT L/R

DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 2

DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 2

⇐ ⇒

⇐

Analog audio L/R output

Analog audio L/R input

Digital coaxial output

Digital optical output

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Connecting Your Components

Connecting an RI Dock

Not all iPod models output video.

For information about which iPod models are supported by the RI Dock, see the RI Dock’s instruction manual.

■

If Your iPod Supports Video:

Connect your RI Dock’s audio output jacks to the AV receiver’s CBL/SAT IN L/R jacks, and connect its video output jack to the AV receiver’s CBL/SAT IN V jack.

—Continued

■

If Your iPod Doesn’t Support Video:

Connect your RI Dock’s audio output jacks to the AV receiver’s TAPE IN L/R jacks.

TAPE

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

IN 2IN 3

IN 1

CBL/SAT

B/PB

CR/PR

OUT

CBL/SAT

TAPE

OUT

VCR/

OUT

VCR/

CBL/SAT

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

IN 2IN 3

B/PB

CR/PR

OUT

TAPE

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

OUT

IN 1

VCR/D

CBL/SAT

OUT

CBL/SAT

VCR/D

If you have an Onkyo DS-A1 RI Dock, connect its video output jack to the AV receiver’s CBL/SAT IN S jack.

Notes:

• Enter the appropriate remote control code before using the AV receiver’s remote controller for the ﬁrst time (see page 82).

• Connect the RI Dock to the AV receiver with an cable (see page 34).

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

• Set the AV receiver’s Input Display to DOCK (see page 43).

• See the RI Dock’s instruction manual for more information.

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Connecting Your Components

—Continued

Connecting Onkyo Components

Step 1: Make sure that each Onkyo component is connected to the AV receiver with an analog audio cable (RCA). Step 2: Make the necessary connections (see illustration below). Step 3: If you’re using an MD, CDR, or RI DOCK component, change the Input Display (see page 43).

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

Auto Power On/Standby

When you start playback on a component connected via , if the AV receiver is on Standby, it will automatically turn on and select that component as the input source. Similarly, when the AV receiver is set to Standby, all components connected via will also go on Standby. This function will not work with components that are connected to an AC OUTLET on the AV receiver.

Direct Change

When playback is started on a component connected via , the AV receiver automatically selects that component as the input source. If your DVD player is connected to the AV receiver’s DVD IN (multichannel input), you’ll need to press the [MULTI CH] button repeatedly and select Multich to hear all channels (see page 45), as the Direct Change function selects the DVD IN FRONT L/R jacks.

Remote Control

You can use the AV receiver’s remote controller to control your other -capable Onkyo components. You must enter the appropriate remote control code ﬁrst (see page 82). And remember to point the remote controller at the AV receiver and not the other component.

Notes:

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

• Some components have two jacks. You can connect either one to the AV receiver. The other jack is for connecting additional -capable components.

• Connect only Onkyo components to jacks. Connecting other manufacturer’s components may cause

REMOTE CONTROL

OUT

IN 2IN 3

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

DIGITAL IN

COMPONENT VIDEO

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

(CD)

IN IN

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

IN 1

CBL/SAT

B/PB

CR/PR

OUT

INININ IN

OUT

CBL/SAT

TAPE

MONITOR

VCR/DVR

DVD

OUT

VCR/DVR

CENTER

FRONT SURR

WOOFER

DVD

OUT

ANTENNA

FM 75

SURR BACK

FRONT

SUB

DVD

a malfunction.

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

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

e.g., CD player

e.g., DVD player

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

Connecting the Power Cord

• Before connecting the power cord, connect all your speakers and AV components.

• Plug the end of the power cord into a suitable wall outlet.

•Turning on the AV receiver may cause a momentary power surge that might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same circuit. If this is a problem, plug the AV receiver into a different branch circuit.

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Turning On the AV Receiver

ON/STANDBY

STANDBY indicator

ON/STANDBY

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

PHONES

ZONE 2 OFF

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

Turning On and Standby

AV receiver

ON/STANDBY

Remote

controller

On the AV receiver, press the [ON/STANDBY] button.

On the remote controller, press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [ON/STANDBY] button.

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

To turn the AV receiver off, press the [ON/STANDBY] button, or press the remote controller’s [ON/STANDBY] button. The AV receiver will enter Standby mode. To prevent any loud surprises the next time you turn on the AV receiver, turn down the volume before you turn it off.

TAPE TUNER CD

DISPLAY

DIGITAL INPUT

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

MASTER VOLUME

RECEIVER

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

Up and Running in a Few Easy Steps

To get your system up and running with the minimum of fuss, here’s a few pointers to help you conﬁgure the AV receiver before you use it for the very ﬁrst time. These settings only need to be made once.

■ Do the automatic speaker setup—this is essential!

See “Automatic Speaker Setup (Audyssey 2EQ)” on page 36.

■ Did you connect a component to an HDMI input, component video input, or digital audio input?

If you did, see “HDMI Input Setup” on page 39, “Component Video Input Setup” on page 41, or “Digital Input Setup” on page 42 respectively.

■ Did you connect an Onkyo MD recorder, CD recorder, or RI Dock?

If you did, see “Changing the Input Display” on page 43.

HDMI

OUT IN

TAPE

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

MD recorder, CD recorder, RI Dock

Page 36

First Time Setup

This section explains the settings that you need to make before using the AV receiver for the very ﬁrst time.

Automatic Speaker Setup (Audyssey 2EQ)

With the supplied calibrated microphone, Audyssey 2EQ automatically determines the number of speakers connected, their size for purposes of bass management, optimum crossover frequencies to the subwoofer (if present), and distances from the primary listening position. Audyssey 2EQ then removes the distortion caused by room acoustics by capturing room acoustical problems over the listening area in both the frequency and time domain. The result is clear, well-balanced sound for everyone. Enabling Audyssey 2EQ allows you to also use Audyssey Dynamic EQ, which maintains the proper octave-to-octave balance at any volume level. (See page 65)

Measurement Positions

To create a listening environment in which several people can enjoy your home theater simultaneously, Audyssey 2EQ takes measurements at three positions within the listening area.

First measurement point

This is the center point of the listening area, or the listening position.

Second measurement point

The right side of the listening area.

Third measurement point

The left side of the listening area.

and 2 and points 1

The distances between points and 3 must be at least 1 meter.

From the examples below, choose the listening area that best matches yours and place the microphone accordingly when prompted.

Using Audyssey 2EQ

Notes:

• If any of your speakers is 4 ohms, change the Speaker Impedance setting before running the automatic speaker setup (see page 38).

• If the AV receiver is muted, it will be unmuted automatically when the automatic speaker setup starts.

• Automatic speaker setup cannot be performed while a pair of headphones is connected.

• It takes about 10 minutes to complete the automatic speaker setup for three positions. Total measurement time varies depending on the speakers.

• Do not connect or disconnect any speakers during the automatic speaker setup.

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

2, 6

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

TONE

ZONE 2 OFF

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DISPLAY

DIGITAL INPUT

Turn on the AV receiver.

MASTER VOLUME

TV TV TV

Listening area

Listening position

SETUP MIC

Put the speaker setup microphone at measurement point

(page 36), and connect it to the SETUP MIC jack.

Notes:

•For all measurements, the microphone capsule should

point directly at the ceiling.

• If there’s an obstacle between the microphone and any speaker, the automatic setup will not work correctly. Set up the room as you would when enjoying a DVD.

• Positioning the microphone close to where your ears would normally be will provide better results. You can adjust the height of the microphone by using a tripod or level table.

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First Time Setup

—Continued

• Do not attempt to hold the microphone in your hand during measurements as this will produce incorrect results.

Press [ENTER].

The automatic speaker setup starts. You can cancel the automatic speaker setup at

any point in this procedure simply by disconnecting the setup microphone.

A test tone is output by each speaker in turn, as the Audyssey 2EQ function determines which speakers are connected. This takes a few minutes.

Note:

• Quiet the room as much as possible. Background noise can disrupt the room measurements. Close windows, silence cell phones, televisions, radios, air conditioners, ﬂuorescent lights, home appliances, light dimmers, or other devices, and refrain from talking.

Note:

• When the automatic speaker setup is complete, the

When the automatic speaker setup is complete, disconnect the speaker setup microphone.

Equalizer Settings (page 71) will be set to “Audyssey.”

Error Messages

While the automatic speaker setup is in progress, one of the following error messages may appear:

Ambient noise is too high

This message appears if there’s too much background noise and the measurements cannot be performed properly. Remove the source of the noise and try again.

Speaker Detect Errors

When the following display appears, move the speaker setup microphone to measurement point then press [ENTER].

Audyssey 2EQ performs more measurements. This takes a few minutes.

When the following display appears, move the speaker setup microphone to measurement point then press [ENTER].

Audyssey 2EQ performs more measurements. This takes a few minutes.

When the measurements are complete, the results are calculated and saved automatically.

(page 36), and

This message appears if one of the speaker-related errors below occurs.

• One of the front speakers has not been detected.

• One of the surround speakers has not been detected.

• The surround back speakers have been detected but the surround speakers haven’t.

• The right surround back speaker has been detected but the left surround back speaker hasn’t.

• The number of speakers detected on the second or third measurement was different to the number detected on the ﬁrst measurement.

Write Error

This message appears if saving fails.

❑

Mismatch Error

(TX-SR506)

(TX-SR576)

This message appears if a speaker that was detected during the 1st measurement is not detected during the 2nd or 3rd measurements. If this message appears, check your speaker connections, and then try again.

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First Time Setup

—Continued

To Retry the Automatic Speaker Setup

Press the [ENTER] button.

Make sure speakers that cannot be detected are connected properly.

Changing the Speaker Settings Manually

For TX-SR506

Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

If you wish to make changes to the settings found during the automatic speaker setup, follow the directions on pages 67–71.

Using a Powered Subwoofer

If you’re using a powered subwoofer, as it outputs very low-frequency sound and its position is usually low down, it may not be detected by the automatic speaker setup. In this case, increase the subwoofer’s volume, select its highest crossover frequency, and then try running the automatic speaker setup again. Note that if the volume is set too high and the sound distorts, it may not be detected, so use an appropriate volume level. If the subwoofer has a low-pass ﬁlter switch, set it to Off or Direct. Refer to your subwoofer’s instruction manual for details.

Speaker Settings

If you change these settings, you must run the automatic speaker setup again (see page 36).

RECEIVER

ENTER

SETUP

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “0.HardwareSetup,” and then press [ENTER].

Use use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the

speaker impedance:

4 ohms:

6 ohms:

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Sp Type,” and

use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select:

Normal:

Bi-Amp:

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Select if the impedance of any speaker is 4 ohms or more but less than 6.

Select if the impedances of all speakers are between 6 and 16 ohms.

Select this if you’ve connected your front speakers normally.

Select this if you’ve connected your front speakers for bi-amped operation.

If the impedance of any speaker is 4 ohms or more but less than 6, set the Speaker Impedance to 4 ohms.

North American models do not support speakers with an impedance of less than 6 ohms.

To use bi-amping, you must change the Speaker Type setting. For hookup information, see page 17.

Notes:

• When bi-amping is used, the AV receiver is able to drive up to 5.1 speakers in the main room.

• Before you change these settings, turn down the volume.

Note:

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

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First Time Setup

—Continued

For TX-SR576

Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “2. Speaker Setup,” and then press [ENTER].

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “2-1.Sp Settings,” and then press [ENTER].

Note:

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

HDMI Input Setup

If you connect a video component to an HDMI IN, you must assign that input to an input selector. For example, if you connect your DVD player to HDMI IN 1, you must assign HDMI IN 1 to the DVD input selector.

By default, none of the HDMI inputs are assigned. The following input selectors can be assigned: DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, AUX.

For TX-SR506

Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Impedance,”

and use the Left and Right [ ]/ [] buttons to select:

4 ohms:

6 ohms:

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Sp Type,” and

use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select:

Normal:

Bi-Amp:

Select if the impedance of any speaker is 4 ohms or more but less than 6.

Select if the impedances of all speakers are between 6 and 16 ohms.

Select this if you’ve connected your front speakers normally.

Select this if you’ve connected your front speakers for bi-amped operation.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “1.HDMI Input,” and then press [ENTER].

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an input selector, and use the Left and Right

[ ]/[ ] buttons to select:

IN1:

Select if the video component is connected to HDMI IN 1.

IN2:

Select if the video component is connected to HDMI IN 2.

IN3:

Select if the video component is connected to HDMI IN 3.

No:

Select if you’re not using the

HDMI OUT.

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First Time Setup

—Continued

Note:

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

For TX-SR576

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “1.Input Assign,” and then press [ENTER].

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “1-1.HDMI,” and then press [ENTER].

Notes:

• Each HDMI IN cannot be assigned to more than one input selector.

• When an HDMI IN is assigned to an input selector as explained here, the digital audio input for that input selector is automatically set to the same HDMI IN. See “Digital Input Setup” on page 42.

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an input selector, and use the Left and Right

[ ]/[ ] buttons to select:

HDMI1:

HDMI2:

HDMI3:

- - - - -:

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Select if the video component is connected to HDMI IN 1.

Select if the video component is connected to HDMI IN 2.

Select if the video component is connected to HDMI IN 3.

Select if you’re not using the HDMI OUT.

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First Time Setup

—Continued

Component Video Input Setup

If you connect a video component to a COMPONENT VIDEO IN, you must assign that input to an input selector. For example, if you connect your DVD player to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2, you must assign COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 to the DVD input selector.

By default, the DVD input selector is assigned to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1, and all of the other input selectors (i.e., VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, AUX) are assigned to the “- - -” option.

For TX-SR506

Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “2.Component,” and then press [ENTER].

For TX-SR576

Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “1.Input Assign,” and then press [ENTER].

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “1-2.Component,” and then press [ENTER].

Note:

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an input selector, and use the Left and Right

[ ]/[ ] buttons to select:

IN1:

Select if the video component

is connected to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1.

IN2:

Select if the video component

is connected to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2.

No:

Select if you’re not using the

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT.

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Note:

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an input selector, and use the Left and Right

[ ]/[ ] buttons to select:

IN1:

Select if the video compo-

nent is connected to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1.

IN2:

Select if the video compo-

nent is connected to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2.

- - - - -:

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Select if you’re not using the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT.

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First Time Setup

—Continued

Digital Input Setup

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

ZONE 2 OFF

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DIGITAL INPUT

DISPLAY

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

1 2, 3

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

These are the default assignments.

Input selector Audio input

DVD COAX1

VCR/DVR OPT1

CBL/SAT COAX2

AUX - - -

TAPE - - -

CD OPT2

ENTER

SETUP

For TX-SR576

OPT2

: Select if the component is

connected to DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 2.

- - -:

Select if the component is connected to an analog input.

RECEIVER

For TX-SR506

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT

AUXTAPE TUNER

DIGITAL INPUT

Press the input selector button for the input selector that you want to assign.

The TUNER input selector cannot be assigned and is ﬁxed at the “- - -” option.

Press the [DIGITAL INPUT] button.

The current assignment is displayed.

Press the [DIGITAL INPUT] button repeatedly to select an option.

COAX1

: Select if the component is

connected to DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 1.

COAX2

: Select if the component is

connected to DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 2.

OPT1

: Select if the component is

connected to DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1.

Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “1.Input Assign,” and then press [ENTER].

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First Time Setup

—Continued

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “1-3.Digital,” and then press [ENTER].

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an input selector, and then use the Left and

Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select:

COAX1

: Select if the component is

connected to DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 1.

COAX2

: Select if the component is

connected to DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 2.

OPT1

: Select if the component is

connected to DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1.

OPT2

: Select if the component is

connected to DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 2.

- -

- - -:

Select if the component is connected to an analog input.

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Notes:

• When an HDMI IN is assigned to an input selector in “HDMI Input Setup” on page 39, this input assignment is automatically set to the same HDMI IN. And in addition to the usual inputs (e.g., COAX1, COAX2, etc.), you can also select HDMI inputs.

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

Changing the Input Display

If you connect an -capable Onkyo MiniDisc recorder, CD recorder, or RI Dock to the TAPE IN/OUT jacks, or connect an RI Dock to the CBL/SAT jacks, for

to work properly, you must change this setting.

This setting can only be changed on the AV receiver.

1, 2 1, 2

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD V CR/ DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

PHONES

ZONE 2 OFF

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DISPLAY

DIGITAL INPUT

Press the [TAPE] or [CBL/SAT] input selector button so that “TAPE” or “CBL/SAT” appears on

TAPE

CBL/SAT

the display.

Press and hold down the [TAPE] or [CBL/SAT] input selector button (about 3 seconds) to change

TAPE

the setting.

Repeat this step to select MD, CDR, or DOCK.

For the TAPE input selector, the setting

CBL/SAT

changes in this order:

TAPE → MD → CDR

→

DOCK

→

For the CBL/SAT input selector, the setting changes in this order: CBL/SAT ↔ DOCK

Note:

• DOCK can be selected for the TAPE input selector or CBL/SAT input selector, but not both at the same time.

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First Time Setup

—Continued

Automatic Audio Input Selection Setup (TX-SR576 only)

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

ZONE 2 OFF

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DIGITAL INPUT

DISPLAY

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

1 2, 3

When an input source is selected, the AV receiver checks the relevant audio inputs for the presence of an audio signal and automatically selects an input. With this setting, you can specify which audio inputs the AV receiver will check for signals.

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT

AUXTAPE TUNER

DIGITAL INPUT

Press the input selector button for the input selector whose setting you want to change.

The setting for the TUNER input selector cannot be changed and is ﬁxed at “Analog.”

Press the [DIGITAL INPUT] button.

The current setting is displayed.

DIGITAL INPUT

Press the [DIGITAL INPUT] button repeatedly to select an option.

Auto:HDMIx

This option can be selected when an HDMI input is assigned to an input selector (page 39). When this option is selected, the relevant HDMI, digital, and analog inputs will be checked for the presence of an audio signal. If signals are present at more than one input, the inputs will be selected in the following order of priority: HDMI, digital, analog.

Auto:COAXx/Auto:OPTx

This option can be selected when a digital input is assigned to an input selector (page 42). When this option is selected, the relevant digital and analog inputs will be checked for the presence of an audio signal. If signals are present at more than one input, the inputs will be selected in the following order of priority: digital, analog. Any audio signals present at the HDMI inputs will not be output.

Analog

When this option is selected, the signal from the relevant analog audio input is output. Any audio signals present at HDMI or digital inputs will not be output.

Note:

•You can select a different option for each input selector.

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Playing Your AV Components

Basic AV Receiver Operation

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

AV receiver

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT

AUXTAPE TUNER

STANDBY

PURE AUDIO

ZONE 2

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

ZONE 2 OFF

Remote

controller

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DISPLAY

DIGITAL INPUT

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

Use the AV receiver’s input selector buttons to select an input source.

To select an input source with the remote controller, press its INPUT SELECTOR buttons.

To listen to a DVD player connected to the multichannel DVD input (page 24), press the AV receiver’s [MULTI CH] button. The MULTI CH indicator will appear on the display.

Note:

• While the multichannel DVD input is selected, the Speaker Conﬁguration settings on page 67 are ignored, and signals from the multichannel input are fed to the speakers as they are.

Start playback on the source component.

To watch a DVD or other video source, on your TV, select the video input that’s connected to the AV receiver’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, HDMI OUT, or MONITOR OUT.

On some DVD players, you may need to change the digital or HDMI audio output settings.

AV receiver

MASTER VOLUME

Remote

controller

To adjust the volume, use the MASTER VOLUME control or the remote controller’s [VOL] button.

Since the AV receiver is designed for home theaters, it has a wide volume range for precise adjustment. The volume can be set to Min, 1 through 79, or Max.

Select a listening mode and enjoy!

See “Using the Listening Modes” on page 55.

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Common Functions

This section explains functions that can be used with any input source.

DISPLAY

Press [RECEIVER] ﬁrst

DIMMER

MUTING

SLEEP

Muting the AV Receiver

You can temporarily mute the output of the AV receiver.

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, and then press the remote controller’s [MUTING] button.

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

To unmute the AV receiver,

press the remote controller’s [MUTING] button again, or adjust the volume. The output is unmuted and the MUTING indicator goes off.

Muting is cancelled when the AV receiver is set to Standby.

Using the Sleep Timer

With the sleep timer, you can set the AV receiver so that it turns off automatically after a speciﬁed period.

DISPLAY

DIMMER MEMORY

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

ZONE 2 OFF

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DIGITAL INPUT

DISPLAY

PHONES DIMMER

Setting the Display Brightness

You can adjust the brightness of the display.

Remote

controller

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, and then press the remote controller’s [DIMMER] button repeatedly to select: dim, dimmer, or normal brightness.

You can also use the AV receiver’s [DIMMER] button (not European models).

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, and then press the remote controller’s [SLEEP] button repeatedly to select the

MASTER VOLUME

required sleep time.

You can set the sleep time from 90 to 10 minutes in 10 minute steps.

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

The SLEEP indicator appears on the display when the sleep timer has been set, as shown. The speciﬁed sleep time appears on the display for about 5 seconds, then the previous display reappears.

SLEEP indicator

To cancel the sleep timer,

press the [SLEEP] button

repeatedly until the SLEEP indicator disappears.

To check the remaining sleep time,

press the [SLEEP] button. Note that if you press the [SLEEP] button while the sleep time is being displayed, you’ll shorten the sleep time by 10 minutes.

AV receiver

DIMMER

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Common Functions

Using Headphones

—Continued

Displaying Source Information

For private listening, you can connect a pair of stereo headphones (1/4-inch phone plug) to the AV receiver’s PHONES jack.

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

PHONES

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

ZONE 2 OFF

Notes:

•Always turn down the volume before connecting your headphones.

• While the headphones plug is inserted in the PHONES jack, the speakers are turned off. (The Powered Zone 2 speakers are not turned off.)

• When you connect a pair of headphones, the listening mode is set to Stereo, unless it was already set to Pure Audio, Mono, Stereo, or Direct, in which case it stays the same.

• When the multichannel DVD input is selected, only the front left and front right channels can be heard in the headphones.

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

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, and then press the [DISPLAY] button repeatedly to cycle through the available information.

Note:

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [DISPLAY] button.

The following information can typically be displayed:

Input source &

volume*

Signal format*

or sampling

frequency

Input source & listening mode

On the TX-SR506:

On the TX-SR576:

*1 When AM or FM radio is used, the band, preset num-

ber, and frequency are displayed.

*2 If the input signal is analog, or AM or FM radio is

selected, no format information is displayed. If the input signal is PCM, the sampling frequency is displayed. If the input signal is digital but not PCM, the signal format is displayed. Information is displayed for about 3 seconds, then the previous display reappears.

Interpreting Surround Channel Information (TX-SR506)

ABC

A: The number of front channels (front left, front right,

and center).

B: The number of surround channels (surround left and

surround right). If there’s surround back channel information, this number will be 3.

C: LFE channel for subwoofer (1 means yes).

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Common Functions—Continued

Specifying the Digital Signal Format

The following table shows the display indicator for each digital signal format.

Format Display

Dolby Digital

DTS

PCM

Normally, the AV receiver detects the format of digital input signals automatically. However, if you experience either of the following issues when playing PCM or DTS sources, you can specify the signal format manually.

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

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

PCM

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

DIGITAL INPUT

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

ZONE 2 OFF

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DISPLAY

DIGITAL INPUT

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

DIGITAL INPUT

Press and hold the AV receiver’s [DIGITAL INPUT] button for about 3 seconds.

While “Auto” is displayed (about 3 seconds), press the [DIGITAL INPUT] button repeatedly to select: PCM, DTS, or Auto.

PCM: Only 2-channel PCM format

input signals will be heard. If the input signal is not PCM, the PCM indicator will ﬂash and there will be no sound.

DTS: Only DTS (but not DTS-HD)

format input signals will be heard. If the input signal is not DTS, the DTS indicator will ﬂash and there will be no sound.

Auto (default): The format is

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

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

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Listening to the Radio

AM Frequency Step Setup (on some models)

2, 3

2–4

1, 5

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

To change the frequency step on the TX-SR576,

see page 74.

To change the frequency step on the TX-SR506,

follow the procedure below.

Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Note:

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “0.HardwareSetup,” and then press [ENTER].

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “AM Freq.”

Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select:

10kHz:

9kHz:

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Select if 10kHz steps are used in your area.

Select if 9kHz steps are used in your area.

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Listening to the Radio

—Continued

Listening to AM/FM Stations

TUNER

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

PHONES

ZONE 2 OFF

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DIGITAL INPUT

DISPLAY

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

TUNING

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

VIDEO

TUNING MODE

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

■

Manual Tuning Mode

TUNING MODE

TUNING

Press the [TUNING MODE] button so that the AUTO indicator disappears from the display.

Press and hold the TUNING Up or Down [ ]/[ ] button.

The frequency stops changing when you release the button.

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

Use the [TUNER] input selector button to select AM or FM.

TUNER

In this example, FM has been selected.

Band Frequency

(Actual display depends on country.)

Tuning into AM/FM Radio Stations

■

Auto Tuning Mode

TUNING MODE

TUNING

Press the [TUNING MODE] button so that the AUTO indicator appears on the display.

Press the TUNING Up or Down [ ]/[ ] button.

Searching stops when a station is found.

The North American model changes FM frequency in

0.2MHz steps, 10kHz steps for AM. For other models it’s 0.05MHz steps for FM and 9kHz (or 10kHz) steps for AM.

In Manual Tuning mode, FM stations will be in mono.

Tuning into Weak FM Stereo Stations

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

Manual Tuning mode and listen to the station in mono.

Note:

•You can also use the remote controller’s Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to tune the radio.

When tuned into a station, the TUNED indicator appears. When tuned into a stereo FM station, the FM STEREO indicator also appears.

FM STEREO

AUTO

TUNED

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Tuning into Stations by Frequency

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

Displaying AM/FM Radio Information

DISPLAY

Number

buttons

D.TUN

TUNER

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

DISPLAY

STANDBY

PURE AUDIO

Band

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

NET/USB

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

ZONE 2

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

ZONE 2 OFF

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DISPLAY

DIGITAL INPUT

Press the [DISPLAY] button to display the available information.

Frequency Preset #

Listening mode

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

Press the [TUNER] button repeatedly to select AM or FM, followed by the [D.TUN] button.

(Actual display depends on country.)

Within 8 seconds, use the number buttons to enter the frequency of the radio station.

For example, to tune to 87.5 (FM), press 8, 7, 5.

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Presetting AM/FM Stations

2, 4

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

PHONES

ZONE 2 OFF

TONE

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

MEMORY

PRESET

Tune into the AM or FM station you want to store as a preset.

Press the [MEMORY] button.

The preset number ﬂashes.

While the preset number is ﬂashing (about 8 seconds), use the PRESET [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a preset from 1 through 40.

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DISPLAY

DIGITAL INPUT

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

Selecting Presets

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

PHONES

CH +/–

PRESET

TONE

ZONE 2 OFF

To select a preset, use the PRESET [ ]/[ ] buttons or the remote controller’s CH [+/–] button.

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DIGITAL INPUT

DISPLAY

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

PRESET

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

MEMORY

Press the [MEMORY] button again to store the station.

The station is stored and the preset number stops ﬂashing.

Repeat this procedure for all of your favorite stations.

Deleting Presets

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

MEMORY

PHONES

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

TONE

ZONE 2 OFF

Select the preset that you want to delete.

See the next section.

While holding down the [MEMORY] button, press the [TUNING MODE] button.

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

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DISPLAY

DIGITAL INPUT

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

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

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

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Listening to the Radio

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Using RDS (European models only)

RDS only works in areas where RDS broadcasts are available. When tuned to an RDS station, the RDS indicator appears.

RDS indicator

■

What is RDS?

RDS stands for transmitting data in FM radio signals. It was developed by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and is available in most European countries. RDS is approved by the National Radio Systems Committee (NRSC) and is available in North America.

Many FM stations use it these days. In addition to displaying text information, RDS can also help you ﬁnd radio stations by type (e.g., news, sport, rock, etc.).

The AV receiver supports four types of RDS information:

PS (Program Service)

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

RT (Radio Text)

When tuned to an RDS station that’s broadcasting text information, the text will be shown on the display (see page 54).

PTY (Program Type)

This allows you to search RDS radio stations by type (see page 54).

TP (Trafﬁc Program)

This allows you to search for RDS radio stations that broadcast trafﬁc information (see page 54).

Notes:

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

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

Radio Data System

and is a method of

RDS Program Types (PTY)

Type Display

None None

News reports News

Current affairs Affairs

Information Info

Sport Sport

Education Educate

Drama Drama

Culture Culture

Science and technology Science

Var ied Varied

Pop music Pop M

Rock music Rock M

Middle of the road music Easy M

Light classics Light M

Serious classics Classics

Other music Other M

Weather Weather

Finance Finance

Children’s programmes Children

Social affairs Social

Religion Religion

Phone in Phone In

Tr av e l Tr av e l

Leisure Leisure

Jazz music Jazz

Country music Country

National music Nation M

Oldies music Oldies

Folk music Folk M

Documentary Document

Alarm test TEST

Alarm Alarm!

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Listening to the Radio

—Continued

Displaying Radio Text (RT)

RT/PTY/TP

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

PHONES

ZONE 2 OFF

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DISPLAY

DIGITAL INPUT

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

RT/PTY/TP

Press the [RT/PTY/TP] button once.

The RT information scrolls across the display.

Notes:

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

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

ENTER

To start the search, press [ENTER].

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

ENTER

When a station you want to listen to is found, press [ENTER].

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

Listening to Trafﬁc News (TP)

1 3

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

PHONES

ZONE 2 OFF

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DISPLAY

DIGITAL INPUT

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

Finding Stations by Type (PTY)

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

PHONES

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

ZONE 2 OFF

TONE

You can search for radio stations by type.

TUNER

RT/PTY/TP

Use the [TUNER] input selector button to select FM.

Press the [RT/PTY/TP] button twice.

The current program type appears on the display.

PRESET

Use the PRESET [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the type of program you want.

See the table on page 53.

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DISPLAY

DIGITAL INPUT

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

4, 5

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

You can search for stations that broadcast trafﬁc news.

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

TUNER

RT/PTY/TP

ENTER

Use the [TUNER] input selector button to select FM.

Press the [RT/PTY/TP] button three times.

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

To locate a station that is broadcasting TP, press [ENTER].

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

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

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Using the Listening Modes

Selecting the Listening Modes

For a description of each listening mode, see “About the Listening Modes” on page 59.

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

• The listening modes you can select depends on the format of the input signal. To check the format, see “Displaying Source Information” on page 47.

• While a pair of headphones is connected, you can only select the Pure Audio, Mono, Direct, or Stereo listening mode.

Selecting on the AV Receiver

MUSIC

MASTER VOLUME

AUX INPUT

L AUDIO R

VIDEO

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

SETUP RETURN

SETUP MIC

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

PHONES

ZONE 2 OFF

PURE AUDIO

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DIGITAL INPUT

DISPLAY

GAME

MOVIE/TV

■

[PURE AUDIO] button (not North American model)

This button selects the Pure Audio listening mode. When this mode is selected, the AV receiver’s display is turned off and only the HDMI outputs output video signals. Pressing this button again will select the previous listening mode.

Selecting with the Remote Controller

MOVIE/TV

MUSIC

■

[MOVIE/TV] button

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

■

[MUSIC] button

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

■

[GAME] button

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

■

[STEREO] button

This button selects the Stereo listening mode. On the TX-SR576, it also selects the All Channel Stereo listening mode.

STEREO

GAME

■

[MOVIE/TV] button

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

■

[MUSIC] button

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

■

[GAME] button

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

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Listening Modes Available for Each Source Format

Analog and PCM Sources

PCM

Source format

Button

[PURE

AUDIO]

[MOVIE/

[MUSIC]

[GAME]

[STEREO]

*1. 32/44/48/88/96kHz *2. On the TX-SR576, DVD-Audio discs output multichannel 176.4/192kHz PCM only via HDMI. The TX-SR506 does not support these formats. *3. North American model doesn’t have Pure Audio listening mode. *4. If there are no surround back speakers, or Powered Zone 2 is being used, Dolby Pro Logic II is used. *5. Cannot be selected with some source formats. *6. Available only when using surround speakers. *7. PCM of 64kHz, 88.2kHz, and 96kHz are processed at 32kHz, 44.1kHz, and 48kHz respectively.

Listening Mode

Pure Audio

Mono

Multichannel

Neo:6

Dolby PLII Movie/ Dolby PLIIx Movie

DolbyEX

TV]

Neo:6 Cinema

MonoMovie*6

TV Logic

AllChStereo

FullMono

T- D

Pure Audio

Direct

Stereo

Multichannel

Neo:6

Dolby PLII Music/ Dolby PLIIx Music

DolbyEX

Neo:6 Music

Orchestra

Unplugged

Studio-Mix

AllChStereo

FullMono

Multichannel

Neo:6

Dolby PLII Game/ Dolby PLIIx Game

DolbyEX

AllChStereo

FullMono

T- D

AllChStereo

Stereo

*6 *7

32–96 kHz

Media

176.4/

192kHz

CD, TV, radio, DVD DVD DVD

✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔✔

✔ ✔✔✔

✔

✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔✔

✔

✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔

✔✔

✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔ ✔✔✔ ✔✔✔

Multi

channel

Analog

Multi-

channel

32–96kHz*

2ch

✔✔

✔

✔✔

✔

✔✔ ✔

✔

Multichannel

Mono/

Multiplex

176.4/192kHz

Multi-

channel

2ch

Mono/

Multiplex

Requires 6.1/7.1 speakers. Not available while Powered Zone 2 is being used.

Requires 7.1 speakers. Not available while Powered Zone 2 is being used.

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Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital Plus Sources

Source format

Button

[PURE

AUDIO]

[MOVIE/

[MUSIC]

[GAME]

[STEREO]

*1. The TX-SR506 does not support Dolby Digital Plus. *2. North American model doesn’t have Pure Audio listening mode. *3. If there are no surround back speakers, or Powered Zone 2 is being used, Dolby Pro Logic II is used. *4. Cannot be selected with some source formats. *5. Available only when using surround speakers.

Listening Mode

Pure Audio

Mono

DolbyDigital

DolbyDigital Plus

Neo:6

Dolby PLII Movie/Dolby PLIIx Movie

DolbyEX

TV]

Neo:6 Cinema

MonoMovie*5

TV Logic

AllChStereo

FullMono

T- D

Pure Audio

Direct

Stereo

DolbyDigital

DolbyDigital Plus

Neo:6

Dolby PLII Music/Dolby PLIIx Music

DolbyEX

Neo:6 Music

Orchestra

Unplugged

Studio-Mix

AllChStereo

FullMono

DolbyDigital

DolbyDigital Plus

Neo:6

Dolby PLII Game/Dolby PLIIx Game

DolbyEX

AllChStereo

FullMono

T- D

AllChStereo

Stereo

Requires 6.1/7.1 speakers. Not available while Powered Zone 2 is being used.

Requires 7.1 speakers. Not available while Powered Zone 2 is being used.

Multichannel 2ch Mono/Multiplex Multichannel 2ch Mono/Multiplex

Media

Dolby Digital

DVD, DTV, etc. Blu-ray, HD DVD

✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔

✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔ ✔

✔

✔✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔ ✔

✔

✔✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔

✔

✔✔

✔

✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔ ✔✔ ✔

Dolby Digital Plus

✔

Note:

•With some HD DVD and Blu-ray discs, a noise may be heard during playback. This may occur when the audio format changes during playback. It is not a malfunction.

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DTS Sources

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Source format

Media

Button

[PURE AUDIO]

[MOVIE/TV]

[MUSIC]

[GAME]

[STEREO]

*1. North American model doesn’t have Pure Audio listening mode. *2. If there are no surround back speakers, or Zone 2 is being used, DTS is used. *3. If there are no surround back speakers, or Powered Zone 2 is being used, Dolby Pro Logic II is used. *4. Cannot be selected with some source formats. *5. Available only when using surround speakers. *6. DTS 96/24 is processed as DTS.

Listening Mode

Pure Audio

Mono

DTS, DTS 96/24

DTS-ES Discrete/Matrix

Neo:6

Dolby PLII Movie/Dolby PLIIx Movie

DolbyEX

Neo:6 Cinema

MonoMovie*5

TV Logic

AllChStereo

FullMono

T- D

Pure Audio*

Direct

Stereo

DTS, DTS 96/24

DTS-ES Discrete/Matrix

Neo:6

Dolby PLII Music/Dolby PLIIx Music

DolbyEX

Neo:6 Music

Orchestra

Unplugged

Studio-Mix

AllChStereo

FullMono

DTS, DTS 96/24

DTS-ES Discrete/Matrix

Neo:6

Dolby PLII Game/Dolby PLIIx Game

DolbyEX

AllChStereo

FullMono

T- D

AllChStereo

Stereo

*5 *6

Multichannel 2ch Mono

✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔

✔

✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔

✔

✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔

✔

✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔

DTS, DTS 96/24

DVD, CD, etc. DVD, CD, etc.

✔

DTS

Discrete/Matrix

✔

Requires 6.1/7.1 speakers. Not available while Powered Zone 2 is being used.

Requires 7.1 speakers. Not available while Powered Zone 2 is being used.

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About the Listening Modes

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

The illustration shows which speakers are active in each listening mode with 7.1 channel speaker system.

Front left Center Front right

Subwoofer

Surround left

Pure Audio (not North American models)

back left/ right

In this mode, the display and video circuitry are turned off, minimizing possible noise sources for the ultimate in high-ﬁdelity reproduction. (As the video circuitry is turned off, only the HDMI OUT outputs video.)

Direct

In this mode, audio from the input source is output directly with minimal processing, providing high-ﬁdelity reproduction. All of the source’s audio channels are output as they are.

Surround rightSurround

• Dolby PLIIx Game

Use this mode with video games, especially those that bear the Dolby Pro Logic II logo.

Dolby Digital

Use this mode with DVDs that bear the Dolby Digital logo, and Dolby Digital TV broadcasts. This is the most common digital surround-sound format, and it’ll put you right in the middle of the action, just like being in a movie theater or concert hall.

5.1-channel source + Dolby EX

These modes expand 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1channel playback. They’re especially suited to Dolby EX soundtracks that include a matrix-encoded surround back channel. The additional channel adds an extra dimension and provides an enveloping surround sound experience, perfect for rotating and ﬂy-by sound effects.

5.1-channel source + Dolby PLIIx Music

These modes use the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode to expand 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback.

5.1-channel source + Dolby PLIIx Movie

These modes use the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode to expand 5.1-channel sources for 7.1-channel playback.

Stereo

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

Mono

Use this mode when watching an old movie with a mono soundtrack, or use it with the foreign language soundtracks recorded in the left and right channels of some movies. It can also be used with DVDs or other sources containing multiplexed audio, such as karaoke DVDs.

Dolby Pro Logic IIx

Dolby Pro Logic II

Dolby Pro Logic IIx

expands any 2-channel source for

7.1-channel playback. It provides a very natural and

seamless surround-sound experience that fully envelops the listener. As well as music and movies, video games can also beneﬁt from the dramatic spatial effects and vivid imaging. If you’re not using any surround back speakers,

Dolby Pro Logic II

will be used instead of

Dolby Pro Logic IIx.

• Dolby PLIIx Movie

Use this mode with any stereo or Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) movie (e.g., TV, DVD, VHS).

• Dolby PLIIx Music

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

Dolby Digital Plus

Developed for use with HDTV, including the new video disc formats Blu-ray and HD DVD, this is the latest multichannel audio format from Dolby. It supports up to 7.1 channels with 48kHz sampling rate.

DTS

The DTS digital surround-sound format supports up to

5.1 discrete channels and uses less compression for highﬁdelity reproduction. Use it with DVDs and CDs that bear the DTS logo.

DTS 96/24

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

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DTS-ES Discrete

This mode is for use with DTS-ES Discrete soundtracks, that use a discrete surround back channel for true

6.1/7.1-channel playback. The seven totally separate audio channels provide better spatial imaging and 360degree sound localization, perfect for sounds that pan across the surround channels. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS-ES logo, especially those with a DTS-ES Discrete soundtrack.

DTS-ES Matrix

This mode is for use with DTS-ES Matrix soundtracks, that use a matrix-encoded back-channel for 6.1/7.1channel playback. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTSES logo, especially those with a DTS-ES Matrix soundtrack.

DTS Neo:6

This mode expands any 2-channel source for 7.1-channel playback. It uses seven full-bandwidth channels of matrix decoding for matrix-encoded material, providing a very natural and seamless surround sound experience that fully envelops the listener.

• Neo:6 Cinema

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

• Neo:6 Music

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

5.1-channel source + Neo:6

This mode uses Neo:6 to expand 5.1-channel sources for

6.1/7.1-channel playback.

Onkyo Original DSP Modes

Mono Movie

This mode is suitable for old movies and other mono sources. The center speaker outputs the sound as it is, while reverb is applied to the sound output by the other speakers, giving presence to even mono material.

Orchestra

Suitable for classical or operatic music, this mode emphasizes the surround channels in order to widen the stereo image and simulates the natural reverberation of a large hall.

Unplugged

Suitable for acoustic instruments, vocals, and jazz, this mode emphasizes the front stereo image, giving the impression of being right in front of the stage.

Studio-Mix

Suitable for rock or pop music, listening to music in this mode creates a lively sound ﬁeld with a powerful acoustic image, like being at a club or rock concert.

TV Logic

This mode adds realistic acoustics to TV shows produced in a TV studio, surround effects to the entire sound, and clarity to voices.

All Ch Stereo

Ideal for background music, this mode ﬁlls the entire listening area with stereo sound from the front, surround, and surround back speakers.

Full Mono

In this mode, all speakers output the same sound in mono, so the sound you hear is the same regardless of where you are within the listening room.

T-D (Theater-Dimensional) or

With this mode you can enjoy a virtual 5.1 surround sound even with only two or three speakers. This works by controlling how sounds reach the listener’s left and right ears. Good results may not be possible if there’s too much reverb, so we recommend that you use this mode in an environment with little or no natural reverb.

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Recording

VIDEO

L AUDIO R

AUX INPUT

This section explains how to record the input source and how to record audio and video from separate sources.

Notes:

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

• Copy-protected DVDs cannot be recorded.

• Sources connected to the analog multichannel input cannot be recorded.

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

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

• While the Pure Audio listening mode is selected, the VCR/DVR OUT V and S jacks don’t output video signals, so select another mode when recording.

Recording the Input Source

Audio sources can be recorded to a recorder (e.g., cassette deck, CDR, MD) connected to the TAPE OUT jack. Video sources can be recorded to a video recorder (e.g., VCR, DVR) connected to the VCR/DVR OUT jacks. See pages 20 to 34 for hookup information.

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT

AUXTAPE TUNER

Remote

controller

Use the input selector buttons to select the source that you want to record.

See “Which Connections Should I Use?” on page 21 to see which signals can be output and recorded.

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

Recording from Different AV Sources

You can overdub audio onto your video recordings by simultaneously recording audio and video from two separate sources. This is possible because only the audio source is switched when an audio-only input source, such as TAPE, TUNER, or CD, is selected, the video source remains the same.

In the following example, audio from the CD player connected to the CD IN and video from the camcorder connected to the AUX INPUT VIDEO jack are recorded by the VCR connected to the VCR/DVR OUT jacks.

Camcorder

video signal audio signal

IN 1

CBL/SAT

OUT

CENTER

WOOFER

ANTENNA

SURR BACK

SUB

IN IN

FRONT

MONITOR

DVD

OUT

SURR

DVD

VCR/DVR

OUT

VCR/DVR

VCR

DIGITAL IN

(DVD)

COAXIAL

(CBL/SAT)

(VCR/DVR)

OPTICAL

(CD)

ASSIGNABLE

REMOTE CONTROL

CD player

HDMI

ASSIGNABLE

COMPONENT VIDEO

IN 1(DVD)IN 2

ASSIGNABLE

IN IN

IN 2IN 3

B/PB

CR/PR

OUT

TAPE

On your recorder, start recording.

On the source component, start playback.

Note:

• If you select a different input source during recording, that input source will be recorded instead.

Prepare the camcorder and CD player for

playback.

Prepare the VCR for recording.

Press the [AUX] input selector button.

Press the [CD] input selector button.

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

Start recording on the VCR, then start

playback on the camcorder and CD player.

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

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Using the Audio Adjust Settings

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

For TX-SR506

Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “6.Audio Adjust,” and then press [ENTER].

For TX-SR576

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “3. Audio Adjust,” and then press [ENTER].

Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change the setting.

Press the Down [ ] button to select the next setting.

Repeat this step for the other settings.

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an item, and then press [ENTER].

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an option, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change it.

The Audio Adjust menu items are explained below.

When you’ve ﬁnished, press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

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Multiplex/Mono Settings

Multiplex

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Input (Mux)

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

Main:

Mono

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Input (Mono)

This setting determines which channel is output when the Mono listening mode is used with a stereo source.

L+R:

L: R:

The main channel is output (default).

Sub:

The sub channel is output.

M/S:

Both the main and sub channels are output.

Both the left and right channels are output (default).

Only the left channel is output. Only the right channel is output.

PLIIx/Neo:6 Settings

PLIIx Music (2 ch Input)

These settings apply to only 2-channel stereo sources. If you’re not using any surround back speakers, these

settings apply to Dolby Pro Logic II, not Dolby Pro Logic IIx.

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Panorama

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

On:

Panorama function on.

Off:

Panorama function off (default).

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Dimension

With this setting, you can move the sound ﬁeld forward or backward when using the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. It can be adjusted from –3 to +3. The default value is 0. Higher settings move the sound ﬁeld backward. Lower settings move it forward.

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

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Center Width

With this setting, you can adjust the width of the sound from the center speaker when using the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. Normally, if you’re using a center speaker, the center channel sound is output by only the center speaker. (If you’re not using a center speaker, the center channel sound will be distributed to the front left and right speakers to create a phantom center). This setting controls the front left, right, and center mix, allowing you to adjust the weight of the center channel sound. It can be adjusted from 0 to 7. The default value is 3.

Neo:6 Music

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Center Image

The DTS Neo:6 Music listening mode creates 6-channel surround sound from 2-channel stereo sources. With this setting, you can specify by how much the front left and right channel output is attenuated in order to create the center channel. It can be adjusted from 0 to 5. The default value is 2.

When set to 0, the front left and right channel output is attenuated by half (–6 dB), giving the impression that the sound is located centrally. This setting works well when the listening position is considerably off center. When set to 5, the front left and right channels are not attenuated, maintaining the original stereo balance.

Dolby Digital Settings

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Dolby EX

This setting determines how Dolby EX signals are handled.

Auto:

When the source is Dolby EX, you can select the Dolby EX listening mode.

Manual:

When the source is Dolby EX, you can select any of the listening modes compatible with this format (e.g., Dolby EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, etc.).

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T–D (Theater-Dimensional) Setting

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LstnAngl (Listening Angle)

With this setting, you can optimize the Theater-Dimensional listening mode by specifying the angle of the front left and right speakers relative to the listening position. Ideally, the front left and right speakers should be equidistant from the listening position and at an angle close to one of the two available settings.

Front left speaker Front right speaker

20˚/40˚

Narrow:

Wide:

Select if the listening angle is 20 degrees. Select if the listening angle is 40 degrees

(default).

Multichannel Subwoofer Setting

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SW InSens (TX-SR506)

On some DVD players, the signal from the multichannel subwoofer output is 15 dB higher than normal. You can change the subwoofer sensitivity to match your DVD player. Note that this setting only affects signals connected to the SUBWOOFER input jack of the multichannel DVD input.

You can select 0 dB (default), +5 dB, +10 dB, or +15 dB. If you ﬁnd that your subwoofer is too loud, try the

+10 dB or +15 dB setting.

Note:

•For details on how to set the TX-SR576, see pages 74 and 75.

The Audio Adjust settings are explained below.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an item.

Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change the setting.

Repeat this step for the other settings.

Tone Control Settings

You can adjust the bass and treble for the front speakers, except when the Direct or Pure Audio (not North American models) listening mode is selected.

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Bass

You can boost or cut low-frequency sounds output by the front speakers from –10 dB to +10 dB in 2 dB steps.

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Treble

You can boost or cut high-frequency sounds output by the front speakers from –10 dB to +10 dB in 2 dB steps.

Notes:

•To bypass the bass and treble tone circuits, select the Direct or Pure Audio (not North American model) listening mode.

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [TONE], [–], and [+] buttons.

Using the Audio Settings

You can change various audio settings by pressing the [AUDIO] button.

Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [AUDIO] button.

Late Night Function

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Late Night

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

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

Off:

Late Night function off (default).

Low:

Small reduction in dynamic range.

High:

Large reduction in dynamic range.

Notes:

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

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

• The Late Night function is set to Off when the AV receiver is set to Standby.

CinemaFILTER

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Cinema Fltr

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

CinemaFILTER can be used with the following listening modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, DTS, DTSES, DTS Neo:6 Cinema, DTS 96/24, and Neo:6.

Off:

CinemaFILTER off.

On:

CinemaFILTER on.

Note:

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

Audyssey Dynamic EQ

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DynamicEQ

With Audyssey Dynamic EQ, you can enjoy great sound even when listening at low volume levels.

Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics. It does so by selecting the correct frequency response and surround volume levels moment-by-moment so that the content sounds the way it was created at any volume level--not just at reference level.

Off:

Audyssey Dynamic EQ off.

On:

Audyssey Dynamic EQ on.

Note:

• Audyssey Dynamic EQ can be set only when the Equalizer Settings on page 71 are set to Audyssey.

Optimizer is disabled when the Pure Audio or Direct listening mode is selected.

Speaker Levels

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

These temporary adjustments are cancelled when the AV receiver is set to Standby.

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Subwoofer (Subwfr)

You can adjust the level from –15 dB to +12 dB.

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Center

You can adjust the level from –12 dB to +12 dB.

Notes:

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

• Speakers that are set to No or None in the Speaker Conﬁguration cannot be adjusted (see page 67).

A/V Sync

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A/V Sync

When using progressive scanning on your DVD player, you may ﬁnd that the picture and sound are out of sync. With this setting, you can correct this by delaying the audio signals. You can set it from 0 to 100 milliseconds (ms) in 20 millisecond steps.

Note:

• This setting is not available when the Pure Audio listening mode is used, or the Direct listening mode is used with an analog input signal.

Music Optimizer

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M.Optimizer

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

Off:

Music Optimizer off (default).

On:

Music Optimizer on.

Note:

• The Music Optimizer function only works with PCM digital audio input signals with a sampling rate below 48kHz and analog audio input signals. The Music

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Listening Mode Presets (TX-SR576 only)

On the Listening Mode Preset menu, you can specify a default listening mode for each of the audio formats supported by each input selector. The AV receiver will then select the listening mode automatically depending on the format of the input signal. You can still select the other listening modes, although the default listening mode will be used the next time you turn on the AV receiver.

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “5.ListeningMode,” and then press [ENTER].

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an audio format, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a listening mode.

Only listening modes compatible with the audio format can be selected (see pages 56–58).

A/PCM:

mode for analog and PCM sources.

Dolby:

mode for Dolby Digital sources.

DTS:

mode for DTS sources.

DF2ch:

mode for 2-channel (2/0) stereo sources in a digital format, such as Dolby Digital or DTS.

Mono:

mode for mono sources in a digital format, such as Dolby Digital or DTS.

MCH P:

mode for multichannel PCM sources, such as DVD-Audio (input via HDMI).

192k:

mode for high resolution 192kHz and

176.4kHz digital sources, such as DVD-Audio.

Speciﬁes the default listening

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an input selector, and then press [ENTER].

The audio formats supported by that input selector appear.

For the TUNER input selector, Anlg (Analog) is the only format available.

Note:

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

When you’ve ﬁnished, press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

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Advanced Setup

Speaker Setup

This section explains how to check the speaker settings and how to set them manually, which is useful if you change a speaker after performing the automatic speaker setup.

Some of the speaker settings are set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 36).

Speaker Conﬁguration

These settings are set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 36).

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

For speakers with a cone diameter larger than 6-1/2 inches (16 cm), specify with a smaller diameter, specify

Small

The crossover frequency can be changed on page 68.

Large

(full band). For those

(default crossover 100Hz)

Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [SETUP] button.

If you have a TX-SR506, proceed to step 3.

(TX-SR576 only)

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “2.Speaker Setup,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

Cone diameter

While the “Subwoofer” setting is selected, use the Left and Right

[ ]/[ ] buttons to select

Yes:

Select if a subwoofer is connected.

No:

Select if no subwoofer is connected.

Use the Down [ ] button to select “Front,” and then use the

Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select

Note:

• If the Subwoofer setting in step 4 is

Use the Down [ ] button to select “Center (Cntr),” and then

use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select or

Note:

• If the Front setting in step 5 is set to

Small

Large

Small:

Large:

Small:

Large:

None:

Select if the front speakers are small.

Select if the front speakers are large.

set to No, this setting is ﬁxed at Large and does not appear.

Small, Large

None

Select if the center speaker is small.

Select if the center speaker is large.

Select if no center speaker is connected.

Small, the Large option cannot be selected.

Yes

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Sp Conﬁg,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

Use the Down [ ] button to select “Surround (Surr),” and then use the Left and Right

[ ]/[ ] buttons to select

Large

Note:

• If the Front setting in step 5 is set to

, or

None

Small:

Large:

None:

Select if the surround speakers are small.

Select if the surround speakers are large.

Select if no surround speakers are connected.

Small, the Large option cannot be selected.

Small

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Note:

• These settings cannot be changed while headphones are connected or the multichannel DVD input is being used.

Use the Down [ ] button to select “SurrBack (SurrB),” and

use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select or

None

Small:

Select if the surround back

speakers are small.

Large:

Select if the surround back

speakers are large.

None:

Select if no surround back

speakers are connected.

Notes:

• If the Surround setting in step 7 is set to None, or Powered Zone 2 is being used, this setting does not appear.

• If the Surround setting in step 7 is set to Small, the Large option cannot be selected.

Use the Down [ ] button to select “SurrBack Ch,” and use

the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select

2ch:

Select if two (left and right) surround back speakers are connected.

1ch:

Select if one surround back speaker is connected.

Note:

• If the Surround or SurrBack settings in steps 7 and 8 are set to None, this setting does not appear.

Continue with step 10 of the “Crossover Frequency” setting.

Small, Large

2ch

1ch

Crossover Frequency

This setting is set automatically by the Automatic

Speaker Setup function (see page 36).

This setting only applies to the speakers that you speciﬁed as

Small

in the “Speaker Conﬁguration” on page 67.

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

Notes:

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

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

• These settings cannot be changed while headphones are connected or the multichannel DVD input is being used.

Use the Down [ ] button to select “Crossover (Xover),” and then use the Left and Right

[ ]/[ ] buttons to select a crossover frequency.

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

Speaker cone

diameter

Over 8 in.

(20 cm)

6-1/2 to 8 in.

(16–20 cm)

5-1/4 to 6-1/2 in.

(13–16 cm)

3-1/2 to 5-1/4 in.

(9–13 cm)

Under 3-1/2 in.

(9 cm)

*Choose the setting suitable for the speaker.

Continue with step 11 of the “Double Bass” setting on the next page.

Crossover frequency

40/50/60Hz*

80Hz

100Hz (default)

120Hz

150/200Hz*

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Double Bass

This setting is not set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 36).

With the Double Bass function, you can boost bass output by feeding bass sounds from the front left, right, and center to the subwoofer. This function can be set only if the Subwoofer setting (step 3) is set to Yes, and the Front setting (step 4) is set to Large in the Speaker Conﬁguration on page 67.

Use the Down [ ] button to select “Double Bass (D.Bass),” and then use the Left and Right

[ ]/[ ] buttons to select:

On:

Double Bass function on.

Bass from the front left and right channels is also fed to the subwoofer (default).

Off:

Double Bass function off.

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

If you have a TX-SR506, proceed to step 4.

(TX-SR576 only)

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “2.Speaker Setup,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Sp Distance,” and then press [ENTER].

Note:

• These settings cannot be changed while headphones are connected or the multichannel DVD input is being used.

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Speaker Distance

These settings are set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 36).

With these settings, you can specify the distance from each speaker to the listening position.

Measure and make a note of the distance from each speaker to the listening position.

While “Unit” is displayed, use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to

select “feet” or “meters”.

feet:

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

meters:

Use the Down [ ] button to select “Front” (TX-SR506) or “Left” (TX-SR576), and use the

Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to specify the distance for the front speakers, then press the Down

[] button to select the next speaker.

Distances can be set in meters. Range: 0.3 to 9 meters in 0.3-meter steps.

Repeat step 6 for all speakers.

Note:

Speakers that you set to No or None in the Speaker Conﬁguration (page 67) cannot be selected.

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Notes:

• The Center and Subwoofer distances can be set up to 5 ft. (1.5 m) more or less than the Left distance. For example, if the Left distance is set to 20 ft. (6 m), the Center and Subwoofer distances can be set between 15 and 25 ft. (4.5 and 7.5 m).

• The Surround and Surround Back distances can be set up to 5 ft. (1.5 m) more or 15 ft. (4.5 m) less than the Left distance. For example, if the Left distance is set to 20 ft. (6 m), the SurrRight, Surr Left, Surr Back R, and Surr Back L distances can be set between 5 and 25 ft. (1.5 and 7.5 m).

• The speaker distance cannot be adjusted while a pair of headphones is connected or the multichannel DVD input is being used.

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Speaker Levels

These settings are set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 36).

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Level Cal,” and then press [ENTER].

A pink noise test tone is output by the front left speaker.

Turn up the volume so that you can hear the test tone sufﬁciently.

As each speaker outputs the test tone, its name appears on the display.

Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to adjust the speaker

level, and use the Down [ ] button to select the next speaker.

The levels can be adjusted from –12 to +12 dB in 1 dB steps (–15 to +12 dB for the subwoofer).

You can set the volume level of each speaker so that all speakers can be heard equally at the listening position.

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

If you have a TX-SR506, proceed to step 3.

(TX-SR576 only)

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “2.Speaker Setup,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

Note:

• The speaker levels cannot be adjusted while a pair of headphones is connected or the AV receiver is muted.

Repeat step 5 so that the level of the test tone coming from each speaker is the same.

Speakers that you set to No or None in the Speaker Conﬁguration (page 67) do not output the test tone.

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes. Don’t forget to turn down the volume if

you turned it up while setting the levels.

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Equalizer Settings

These settings are set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 36).

Here you can adjust the tone of individual speakers. To set the volume of individual speakers, see page 70.

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

If you have a TX-SR506, proceed to step 3.

(TX-SR576 only)

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “2.Speaker Setup,” and then press the [ENTER] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “Equalizer (Eq Settings),” and then press [ENTER].

Press the Down [ ] button, and then use the Left and Right

[ ]/[ ] buttons to select a speaker.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a frequency.

Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to adjust the level at that frequency.

The volume at each frequency can be adjusted from –6 to +6 dB in 1 dB steps.

Tip: Low frequencies (e.g., 63Hz,

80Hz) affect bass sounds; high frequencies (e.g., 8000Hz, 16000Hz) affect treble sounds.

Use the Up [ ] button to select “Ch,” and then use the Left and

Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select another speaker.

Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each speaker. Speakers that you’ve set to No or None

in the Speaker Conﬁguration (page 67) cannot be selected.

Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select:

Off: Tone off, response ﬂat.

Audyssey: The tone for each speaker

is set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function. Be sure to select this setting after having performed the Automatic Speaker Setup.

Manual: You can adjust the equal-

izer for each speaker manually.

If you selected Manual, continue with this procedure. If you selected Off or Audyssey, go to step 8.

Notes:

• (TX-SR506) The front, center, surround, and surround back speakers can be adjusted at 800Hz, 2500Hz, and 8000Hz. The subwoofer can be adjusted at 40Hz, 80Hz, and 160Hz.

• (TX-SR576) The front, center, surround, and surround back speakers can be adjusted at 63Hz, 250Hz, 1000Hz, 4000Hz, and 16000Hz. The subwoofer can be adjusted at 25Hz, 40Hz, 63Hz, 100Hz, and 160Hz.

• While the Direct or Pure Audio listening mode is selected, the equalizer settings have no effect.

Press the [SETUP] button.

The setup menu closes.

Hz, 250Hz,

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• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

Source Setup (TX-SR576 only)

This section explains items on the Source Setup menu. Items can be set individually for each input selector.

Press the input selector buttons to select an input source, and then press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button.

Press the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “4. Source Setup,” and then press [ENTER].

Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change it.

The Source Setup menu items are explained below.

When you’ve ﬁnished, press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

IntelliVolume

With IntelliVolume, you can set the input level for each input selector individually. This is useful if one of your source components is louder or quieter than the others.

Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to set the level. If a component is noticeably louder than the others, use

the Left [ ] button to reduce its input level. If it’s noticeably quieter, use the Right [ ] button to increase its input level. The input level can be adjusted from –12 dB to +12 dB in 1 dB steps.

Note:

• IntelliVolume does not apply for Zone 2.

A/V Sync

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an item, and then press [ENTER].

When using your DVD player’s progressive scanning function, you may ﬁnd that the picture and sound are out of sync. With the A/V Sync setting, you can correct this by applying a delay to the audio signal. The delay can be set from 0 to 100 milliseconds (msec) in 20 millisecond steps.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an input selector, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to set the delay.

To view the TV picture while setting the delay, press [ENTER].

If HDMI Lip Sync is enabled (see page 75), and your TV or display supports HDMI Lip Sync, the displayed delay time will be the A/V Sync delay time. The HDMI Lip Sync delay time is displayed underneath in parentheses.

Note:

• A/V Sync is disabled when the Pure Audio listening mode is selected, or when the Direct listening mode is used with an analog input source.

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Miscellaneous Setup (TX-SR576 only)

This section explains items on the Miscellaneous menu.

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “6. Miscellaneous,” and then press [ENTER].

Volume Setup

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MaxVolume

With this setting, you can limit the maximum volume. The Maximum Volume range is Off, 79 to 30.

■

PowOn Vol

This setting determines what the volume will be each time the AV receiver is turned on.

The range is Last, Min, 1 to 79, Max. To use the same volume level as when the AV receiver

was last turned off, select Last.

Note:

• The Power On Volume setting cannot be set higher than the Maximum Volume setting.

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HP Level

With this setting, you can offset the headphone volume relative to the main volume. This is useful if your headphones are too loud or too quiet at the volume setting you usually use when listening through your speakers. The headphone level can be set from –12 dB to +12 dB.

Make sure that “6-1.VolumeSetup” is shown on the display, and then press [ENTER].

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an item, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change it.

The items are explained below.

When you’ve ﬁnished, press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Note:

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

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Hardware Setup (TX-SR576 only)

This section explains items on the Hardware menu.

Remote indicator

RECEIVER

ENTER

SETUP

Number

buttons

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Note:

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an item, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change it.

The items are explained below.

When you’ve ﬁnished, press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Remote Ctrl

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Remote ID

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

Note:

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

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “7. Hardware Setup,” and then press [ENTER].

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an item, and then press [ENTER].

The screen for that item appears.

Changing the Remote Controller’s ID

(3 seconds)

While holding down the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, press and hold down the [SETUP] button until the Remote indicator lights up (about 3 seconds).

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

The Remote indicator ﬂashes twice.

Zone 2

See “Zone 2” on page 77.

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Tuner

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AM Freq (on some models)

See “AM Frequency Step Setup (on some models)” on page 49.

AnalogMulti

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SW In Sens

Some DVD players output the LFE channel from their analog subwoofer output at 15 dB higher than normal. With this setting, you can change the AV receiver’s subwoofer sensitivity to match your DVD player. Note that this setting only affects signals connected to the AV receiver’s MULTI CH SUBWOOFER jack.

You can select 0 dB, 5 dB, 10 dB, or 15 dB.

If you ﬁnd that your subwoofer is too loud, try the 10 dB or 15 dB setting.

HDMI

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AudioTVOut

This setting determines whether audio received by an HDMI input is output by the HDMI outputs. You may want to change this setting to On if your TV is connected to an HDMI output and you want to listen to audio from an HDMI component through your TV’s speakers. Normally, it should be set to Off.

Off:

HDMI audio is not output (default).

On:

HDMI audio is output.

Notes:

• If On is selected and the signal can be output by the TV, the AV receiver will output no sound through its speakers.

• When TV Control is enabled, this setting is set to Auto.

•With some TVs and input signals, no sound may be output even if On is selected.

• When the AudioTVOut setting is set to On, or TV Control is set to Enable and you’re listening through your TV’s speakers (see page 28), if you turn up the AV receiver’s volume control, the sound will be output by the AV receiver’s speakers. To stop the AV receiver’s speakers producing sound, change the settings, change your TV’s settings, or turn down the AV receiver’s volume.

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LipSync

The Lip Sync function can automatically synchronize HDMI audio and video that’s gotten out of sync due to the complex digital video processing being performed by your HDMI-compatible TV. With HDMI Lip Sync, the audio delay required to synchronize the audio and video is calculated and applied automatically by the AV receiver.

Disable:

Enable:

Notes:

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

•You can check the amount of delay being applied by the HDMI Lip Sync function on the A/V Sync screen (see page 72).

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xvColor

If your HDMI source and HDMI-compatible TV both support the “x.v.Color,” you can enable “x.v.Color” on the AV receiver with this setting.

Disable:

Enable:

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Control

This function allows RIHD-compatible components connected via HDMI to be controlled with the AV receiver.

Disable:

Enable:

Notes:

• RIHD, which stands for Remote Interactive over HDMI, is the name of the system control function found on Onkyo components. The AV receiver can be used with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which allows system control over HDMI and is part of the HDMI standard. CEC provides interoperability between various components, however, operation with components other than RIHD-compatible components and recommended components cannot be guaranteed.

• Select Disable if a connected component is incompatible or you’re not sure about its compatibility.

• If operation is unreliable when set to Enable, select Disable instead.

HDMI lip sync disabled.

HDMI lip sync enabled.

“x.v.Color” disabled. “x.v.Color” enabled.

RIHD disabled. RIHD enabled.

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PowCtrl

To link the power functions of RIHD-compatible components connected via HDMI, select Enable.

Disable:

Enable:

Notes:

• The Power Control setting can be set only when the above Control setting is set to Enable.

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

• When set to Enable, the AV receiver consumes more power.

• When set to Enable, the AV receiver enters Ready mode when set to Standby, and the STANDBY indicator lights up.

• When set to Enable, regardless of whether the AV receiver is On or on Standby, both audio and video received by an HDMI input will be output by the HDMI OUT for playback on the TV or other component that’s connected to the HDMI OUT.

TV Ctrl

Select Enable to control the AV receiver from an RIHDcompatible TV connected via HDMI.

Disable:

Enable:

Notes:

• Select Disable if your TV is incompatible or you’re not sure about its compatibility.

• The TV Control setting can be set only when the above Control and Power Control settings are both set to Enable.

Power Control disabled.

Power Control enabled.

TV Control disabled.

TV Control enabled.

Lock Setup (TX-SR576 only)

With this setting, you can protect your settings by locking the setup menus.

Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “8.Lock Setup,” and then press [ENTER].

Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select:

Locked:

Unlocked:

When Locked is selected, only this Lock Setup item can be accessed.

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

Setup menus locked. Setup menus unlocked.

Note:

• After changing the Control, Power Control, or TV Control setting, be sure to turn all of your components off and then back on again. Refer to the instruction manuals for your other components.

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Zone 2

In addition to your main listening room, you can also enjoy playback in the other room, or as we call Zone 2. And, you can select a different source for each room.

Connecting Zone 2

There are two ways you can connect Zone 2 speakers:

1. Connect them directly to the AV receiver.

2. Connect them to an amp in Zone 2.

Connecting Your Zone 2 Speakers Directly to the AV receiver

This setup allows 5.1-channel playback in your main room and 2-channel stereo playback in Zone 2, with a different source in each room. This is called Powered Zone 2, as the Zone 2 speakers are powered by the AV receiver. Note that when Powered Zone 2 is turned off, you can enjoy 7.1-channel playback in your main room.

Hookup

• Connect your Zone 2 speakers to the AV receiver’s ZONE 2 SPEAKERS L/R speaker terminals.

Main room

Connecting Your Zone 2 Speakers to an Amp in Zone 2

This setup allows 7.1-channel playback in your main listening room and 2-channel stereo playback in Zone 2, with a different source in each room.

Hookup

• Use an RCA audio cable to connect the AV receiver’s ZONE 2 LINE OUT L/R jacks to an analog audio input on your Zone 2 amp.

• Connect your Zone 2 speakers to the speaker terminals on your Zone 2 amp.

Main room

AV receiver

ZONE 2

LINE OUT

AV receiver

Zone 2

To use this setup, you must set the Powered Zone 2 setting to Act (see page 78).

Notes:

•With this setup, the Zone 2 volume is controlled by the AV receiver.

•Powered Zone 2 cannot be used if Sp Type is set to BiAmp (page 38).

Zone 2

Receiver/

integrated amp

Note:

• The Zone 2 volume must be set on the Zone 2 amp.

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Powered Zone 2 Setting

If you’ve connected your Zone 2 speakers to the AV receiver, as explained in “Connecting Your Zone 2 Speakers Directly to the AV receiver” on page 77, you must set the Powered Zone 2 setting to Act (Activated).

RECEIVER

ENTER

SETUP

(TX-SR576 only)

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “7-2.Zone2,” and then press [ENTER].

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “PwrdZ2.”.

Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select:

Not Act:

ZONE 2 SPEAKERS L/R

speaker terminals not activated (Powered Zone 2 disabled).

Act:

ZONE 2 SPEAKERS L/R

speaker terminals activated (Powered Zone 2 enabled).

Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [SETUP] button.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select “HardwareSetup,” and then press [ENTER].

If you have a TX-SR506, proceed to step 4.

Notes:

• When Act is selected and Zone 2 turned on, the Zone 2 speakers connected to the ZONE 2 L/R speaker terminals output sound, but the surround back speakers connected to the SURR BACK L/R speaker terminals do not. When Act is selected and Zone 2 turned off, the surround back speakers output sound as normal.

•Powered Zone 2 cannot be used if Sp Type is set to BiAmp.

• This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.

Press the [SETUP] button.

Setup closes.

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Using Zone 2

This section explains how to turn Zone 2 on and off, how to select an input source for Zone 2, and how to adjust

the volume for Zone 2.

Controlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver

STANDBY/ON

PHONES

ZONE 2

STANDBY

ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

MULTI CHPURE AUDIO

OFF

TUNING PRESET

ENTER

ZONE 2 OFF

DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT AUX

TONE

MOVIE/TV MUSIC GAME

TAPE TUNER CD

DISPLAY

DIGITAL INPUT

RT/PTY/TP MEMORY

SETUP RETURN

TUNING MODE

CLEAR

AUX INPUT

SETUP MIC

VIDEO

To turn on Zone 2 and select an input source, press the [ZONE 2] button repeatedly.

Alternatively, press the [ZONE 2] button followed by an input selector button within 8 seconds.

MASTER VOLUME

L AUDIO R

• While Powered Zone 2 is being used, listening modes that require surround back speakers (6.1/7.1), such as Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES are unavailable.

Controlling Zone 2 with the Remote Controller

ON/STANDBY

INPUT

SELECTOR

Press the [ZONE 2] button, then point the remote controller at the AV receiver and press the [ON/STANDBY] button.

Zone 2 turns on and ZONE 2 indicator lights up.

ZONE2

Zone 2 turns on and ZONE 2 indicator lights up.

To select the same source as that of the main room, press the [ZONE 2] button repeatedly until “Z2 Sel: Source” appears.

To select AM or FM press the [TUNER] input selector button repeatedly.

Note:

•You cannot select different AM or FM radio stations for your main room, Zone 2. The same AM/FM radio station will be heard in each room.

OFF

To turn off Zone 2, press the ZONE 2 [OFF] button.

Notes:

•To select AM or FM, press the [TUNER] input selector button repeatedly.

• Only analog input sources are output by Zone 2. Digital input sources are not output. If no sound is heard when an input source is selected, check to make sure it’s connected to an analog input.

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

To select an input source for Zone 2, press the [ZONE 2] button, followed by an INPUT SELECTOR button.

To select AM or FM press the [TUNER] INPUT SELECTOR button repeatedly.

Note:

•You cannot select different AM or FM radio stations for your main room, Zone 2. The same AM/FM radio station will be heard in each room.

To turn off Zone 2, press the [ZONE 2] button, followed by the [ON/STANDBY] button.

Note:

•To control Zone 2, you must press the remote controller’s [ZONE 2] button ﬁrst.

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Adjusting the Volume of Zones

Remote

controller

Muting Zones

On the remote controller, press the [ZONE 2] REMOTE MODE button, and then use the VOL

[ ]/[ ] button.

On the remote controller, press the [ZONE 2] REMOTE MODE button, and then press the [MUTING] button.

To unmute a zone, on the remote controller, press the [ZONE 2] REMOTE MODE button, and then press the [MUTING] button again.

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Controlling Other Components

You can control your DVD player, CD player, and other components with the AV receiver’s remote controller.

To control another component, you must ﬁrst enter that component’s remote control code to a REMOTE MODE button.

This section explains how to enter remote control codes and how to control your other components.

Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes

The following REMOTE MODE buttons are preprogrammed with remote control codes for controlling the components listed. You do not need to enter a remote control code to control these components.

For details on controlling these components, see the pages indicated.

Onkyo DVD player (page 83) Onkyo CD player (page 86) Onkyo cassette recorder with (page 88) Onkyo RI Dock with (page 87)

Entering Remote Control Codes

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

Remote

indicator

REMOTE

MODE

DISPLAY

RECEIVER

(3 seconds)

Look up the component’s remote control code in the separate Remote Control Codes list.

The codes are organized by category.

While holding down the REMOTE MODE button to which you want to enter a code, press and hold down the [DISPLAY] button until the Remote indicator lights up (about 3 seconds).

Note:

• Remote control codes cannot be entered for the [RECEIVER] and [ZONE 2] REMOTE MODE buttons.

• Only TV remote control codes can be entered for the [TV] REMOTE MODE button.

• Apart from the [RECEIVER], [TV], and [ZONE 2] REMOTE MODE buttons, remote control codes from any category can be entered for the REMOTE MODE buttons. However, these buttons also work as input selector buttons (page 45), so choose a REMOTE MODE button that corresponds with the input to which you connect your component. For example, if you connect your CD player to the CD input, choose the [CD] REMOTE MODE button when entering its remote control code.

Number

buttons

Note:

• The remote control codes provided are correct at the time of printing but subject to change.

Within 30 seconds, use the number buttons to enter the 5-digit remote control code.

The Remote indicator ﬂashes twice. If the remote control code is not entered

successfully, the Remote indicator will ﬂash once slowly.

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Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via

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

Make sure the Onkyo component is con-

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

See page 34 for details.

Enter the appropriate remote control code

to the REMOTE MODE button.

•[DVD] REMOTE MODE button

31612:

• [CD] REMOTE MODE button

71327:

•[TAPE] REMOTE MODE button

42157:

• [DOCK] REMOTE MODE button

81993:

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

Press the REMOTE MODE button, point

the remote controller at the AV receiver, and operate the component.

Onkyo DVD player with

Onkyo CD player with

Onkyo cassette recorder with (default)

Onkyo RI Dock with (default)

Resetting the REMOTE MODE Buttons

You can reset a REMOTE MODE button to its default remote control code.

(3 seconds)

While holding down the REMOTE MODE button that you want to reset, press and hold down the [AUDIO] button until the Remote indicator lights up (about 3 seconds).

Within 30 seconds, press the REMOTE MODE button again.

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

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

If you want to control an Onkyo component by pointing the remote controller directly at it, or you want to control an Onkyo component that’s not connected via , use the following remote control codes:

•[DVD] REMOTE MODE button

30627:

• [CD] REMOTE MODE button

71817:

• [DOCK] REMOTE MODE button

82990:

Note:

• If you connect an -capable Onkyo MiniDisc recorder, CD recorder, or RI Dock to the TAPE IN/OUT jacks, or connect an RI Dock to the CBL/SAT jacks, for to work properly, you must set the Input Display accordingly (see page 43).

Onkyo DVD player without (default)

Onkyo CD player without (default)

Onkyo RI Dock without

Resetting the Remote Controller

You can reset the remote controller to its default settings.

(3 seconds)

While holding down the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, press and hold down the [AUDIO] button until the Remote indicator lights up (about 3 seconds).

Within 30 seconds, press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button again.

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

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Controlling a DVD Player, or DVD Recorder

By pressing the REMOTE MODE button that’s been programmed with the remote control code for your DVD player (HD DVD, Blu-ray, or TV/DVD combination), you can control your player with the following buttons.

The [DVD] REMOTE MODE button is preprogrammed with the remote control code for controlling an Onkyo DVD player.

For details on entering a remote control code for a different component, see page 81.

Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE button ﬁrst

DVD

M N

B C

D E

Q R

* With some components, certain buttons may not

work as expected, and some may not work at all.

ON/STANDBY button

Sets the DVD player to On or Standby.

TV [ ] button

Set the TV to On or Standby.

TV [INPUT] button

Selects the TV’s external inputs.

TV VOL [ ]/[ ] button

Adjust the TV’s volume.

TOP MENU button

Displays a DVD’s top menu or a DVD’s title.

Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons

Used to navigate menus and select items.

SETUP button

Used to access the DVD player’s settings.

Playback buttons

From left to right: Previous, Next, Rewind, Play, Fast Forward, Pause, and Stop.

REPEAT button

Used with the repeat playback function.

SEARCH button

Used to search title, chapter, and track numbers, and to search times for locating speciﬁc points.

Number buttons

Used to enter title, chapter, and track numbers, and to enter times for locating speciﬁc points. The [+10] button works as a +10 button or “-.--” button.

DISPLAY button

Displays information about the current disc, title, chapter, or track, including elapsed time, remaining time, total time, and so on.

MUTING button (46)

Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver.

DISC +/–, CH +/– button

Selects discs on a DVD changer. Selects TV channels on a component with a built-in tuner.

VOL [ ]/[ ] button (45)

Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver.

MENU button

Displays a DVD’s menu.

RETURN button

Exits the DVD player’s setup menu or returns to the previous menu.

AUDIO button

Selects foreign language soundtracks and audio formats (e.g., Dolby Digital or DTS).

RANDOM button

Used with the random playback function.

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PLAY MODE button

Selects play modes on components with selectable play modes.

CLR button

Cancels functions and clears entered numbers.

Controlling a VCR or PVR

By pressing the REMOTE MODE button that’s been programmed with the remote control code for your VCR (TV/VCR, PVR, DBS/PVR combination or cable/PVR combination), you can control your video recorder with the following buttons.

For details on entering a remote control code for a different component, see page 81.

Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE button ﬁrst

VCR/DVR

K L

B C

D E

* With some components, certain buttons may not

work as expected, and some may not work at all.

Note:

• If you enter the remote control code for a HD DVD or Blu-ray player that has A, B, C, and D buttons, the [SEARCH], [REPEAT], [RANDOM], and [PLAY MODE] buttons will work as the A (red), B (green), C (blue), and D (yellow) buttons respectively. In this case, these buttons cannot be used to set repeat playback, random playback, or select play modes.

ON/STANDBY button

Set the video recorder to On or Standby.

TV [ ] button

Set the TV to On or Standby.

TV [INPUT] button

Selects the TV’s external inputs.

TV VOL [ ]/[ ] button

Adjust the TV’s volume.

GUIDE button

Displays the program guide or navigation list.

Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons

Used to navigate menus and select items.

SETUP button

Displays the video recorders setup menu.

Previous [ ] button

Previous or instant replay function.

Number buttons

Enter numbers. The [0] button enters 11 on some components. The [+10] button works as a +10 button or “-.--” button.

DISPLAY button

Displays information.

MUTING button (46)

Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver.

CH +/– button

Selects TV channels on the video recorder.

VOL [ ]/[ ] button (45)

Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver.

PREV CH button

Selects the previous channel.

RETURN button

Exits the menu or returns to the previous menu.

Next [ ] button

Next or advance function.

Playback buttons

From left to right: Previous, Next, Rewind, Play, Fast Forward, Pause, and Stop.

CLR button

Cancels functions or enters the number 12.

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Controlling a Satellite Receiver or Cable Receiver

By pressing the REMOTE MODE button that’s been programmed with the remote control code for your satellite receiver, cable receiver, or DVD recorder (DBS/PVR combination or cable/PVR combination), you can control your player with the following buttons.

For details on entering a remote control code for a different component, see page 81.

Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE button ﬁrst

CBL/SAT

I J

M N

ON/STANDBY button

Set the component to On or Standby.

GUIDE button

Displays the onscreen program guide.

Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons

Used to navigate menus and select items.

SETUP button

Displays the setup menu.

REPEAT button

Works as the green (B) button.

SEARCH button

Works as the red (A) button.

Number buttons

Enter numbers. The [+10] button works as a +10 button or “-.--” button.

DISPLAY button

Displays information.

MUTING button (46)

Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver.

CH +/– button

Selects satellite/cable channels.

VOL [ ]/[ ] button (45)

Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver.

PREV CH button

Selects the previous channel.

RETURN button

Exits the menu.

AUDIO button

Selects foreign language soundtracks and audio formats (e.g., Dolby Digital or DTS).

Playback buttons

From left to right: Previous, Next, Rewind, Play, Fast Forward, Pause, and Stop.

RANDOM button

Works as the blue (C) button.

PLAY MODE button

Works as the yellow (D) button.

CLR button

Cancels functions and clears entered numbers.

* With some components, certain buttons may not

work as expected, and some may not work at all.

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Controlling a CD Player, CD Recorder, or MD Player

By pressing the REMOTE MODE button that’s been programmed with the remote control code for your CD player, CD recorder, or MD player, you can control your player with the following buttons.

The [CD] REMOTE MODE button is preprogrammed with the remote control code for controlling an Onkyo CD player.

For details on entering a remote control code for a different component, see page 81.

Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE button ﬁrst

J K

ON/STANDBY button

Set the component to On or Standby.

TOP MENU button

Displays a menu.

Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons

Used to navigate menus and select items.

SETUP button

Used to access the Onkyo CD player’s settings.

Playback buttons

From left to right: Previous, Rewind, Pause, Play, Stop, Fast Forward, and Next.

REPEAT button

Used with the repeat playback function.

SEARCH button

Used to locate speciﬁc points.

Number buttons

Used to enter track numbers and times for locating speciﬁc points. The [+10] button works as a +10 button or “-.--” button.

DISPLAY button

Displays information about the current disc or track, including elapsed time, remaining time, total time, and so on.

MUTING button (46)

Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver.

DISC +/– button

Selects discs on a CD changer.

VOL [ ]/[ ] button (45)

Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver.

RETURN button

Exits the menu.

RANDOM button

Used with the random playback function.

PLAY MODE button

Selects play modes on components with selectable play modes.

CLR button

Cancels functions and clears entered numbers.

* With some components, certain buttons may not

work as expected, and some may not work at all.

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Controlling an RI Dock

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By pressing the REMOTE MODE button that’s been programmed with the remote control code for your RI Dock, you can control your iPod in the RI Dock with the following buttons.

The [DOCK] REMOTE MODE button is preprogrammed with the remote control code for controlling an RI Dock when used with an connection.

For details on entering a remote control code, see page 81.

When Using an RI Dock:

• Connect the RI Dock to the TAPE IN or CBL/SAT IN L/R jacks.

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

• Set the AV receiver’s Input Display to DOCK (see page 43).

• See to the RI Dock’s instruction manual for more information.

Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE button ﬁrst

DOCK

K L

5 6

P Q

R S

* With some components, certain buttons may not

work as expected, and some may not work at all.

ON/STANDBY button

Turns the iPod on or off.

Notes:

• This button does not turn the Onkyo DS-A2 or DS-A2X RI Dock on or off.

•Your iPod many not respond the ﬁrst time you press this button, in which case you should press it again. This is because the remote controller transmits the On and Standby commands alternately, so if your iPod is already on, it will remain on when the remote controller transmits an On command. Similarly, if your iPod is already off, it will remain off when the remote controller transmits an Off command.

TOP MENU button

Works as a Mode button when used with a DS-A2 RI Dock.

Arrow [ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons*

Used to navigate menus and select items.

Previous [ ] button

Restarts the current song. Press it twice to select the previous song.

Rewind [ ] button

Press and hold to rewind.

Pause [ ] button

Pauses playback. (With 3rd generation iPod models, it works as a Play/Pause button.)

REPEAT button*

Used with the repeat function.

DISPLAY button*

Turns on the backlight for 30 seconds.

MUTING button (46)

Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver.

ALBUM +/– button*

Selects the next or previous album.

VOL [ ]/[ ] button (45)

Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver.

MENU button*

Displays a menu.

PLAYLIST [ ]/[ ] buttons*

Selects the previous or next playlist on the iPod.

Play [ ] button

Starts playback. If the component is off, it will turn on automatically. (With 3rd generation iPod models, this button works as a Play/Pause button.)

Next [ ] button

Selects the next song.

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Fast Forward [ ] button

Press and hold to fast forward.

Stop [ ] button

Stops playback and displays a menu.

PLAY MODE button

Selects play modes on components with selectable play modes.

Controlling a Cassette Recorder

By pressing the REMOTE MODE button that’s been programmed with the remote control code for your cassette recorder, you can control your cassette recorder with the following buttons.

The [TAPE] REMOTE MODE button is preprogrammed with the remote control code for controlling an Onkyo cassette recorder when used with an connection.

For details on entering a remote control code for a different component, see page 81.

Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE button ﬁrst

TAPE

Works as a Resume button when used with a DS-A2 RI Dock.

RANDOM button*

Used with the shufﬂe function.

*Buttons marked with an asterisk (*) are not supported by 3rd generation iPod models.

On twin cassette decks, only Deck B can be controlled.

ON/STANDBY button

Turns the cassette recorder on or off.

Previous and Next [ ]/[ ] buttons

The Previous [ ] button selects the previous track. During playback it selects the beginning of the current track. The Next [ ] button selects the next track.

Depending on how they were recorded, the Previous and Next [ ]/[ ] buttons may not work properly with some cassette tapes.

Rewind and Fast Forward [ ]/[ ] buttons

The Rewind [ ] button starts rewind. The Fast Forward [ ] button starts fast forward.

Reverse Play [ ] button

Starts reverse playback.

Play [ ] button

Starts playback.

MUTING button (46)

Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver.

VOL [ ]/[ ] button (45)

Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver.

Stop [ ] button

Stops playback.

Note:

• An Onkyo cassette recorder connected via can also be controlled in Receiver mode.

* With some components, certain buttons may not

work as expected, and some may not work at all.

3 H4

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Controlling Other Components

Controlling a TV

—Continued

By pressing the [TV] REMOTE MODE button that’s been programmed with the remote control code for your TV (TV/DVD combination or TV/VCR combination), you can control your TV with the following buttons.

For details on entering a remote control code for a different component, see page 81.

TX-SR576 only:

preprogrammed with the remote control code for controlling a TV that supports the RIHD*. The TV must be able to receive remote control commands via RIHD and be connected to the AV receiver via HDMI. If controlling your TV via RIHD doesn’t work very well, program your TV’s remote control code into the [TV] REMOTE MODE button and use the TV remote mode to control your TV.

Press [TV] REMOTE MODE button ﬁrst

The [TV] REMOTE MODE button is

A B

C D

O P

ON/STANDBY, TV [ ] buttons

Set the TV to On or Standby.

TV VOL [ ]/[ ] button

Adjust the TV’s volume.

TV [INPUT] button

Selects the TV’s external inputs.

GUIDE button

Displays the program guide.

Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons

Used to navigate menus and select items.

SETUP button

Displays a menu.

Playback buttons

From left to right: Previous, Rewind, Pause, Play, Stop, Fast Forward, and Next.

These buttons works for combination devices.

REPEAT button

Selects B (green).

SEARCH button

Selects A (red).

Number buttons

Enter numbers. 0 button enters 11 on some components. +10 button works as “-.--” button or +10.

DISPLAY button

Displays information.

MUTING button

Mutes the TV.

CH +/– button

Select channels on the TV.

PREV CH button

Selects the previous or last channel.

RETURN button

Exits the TV’s setup menu.

AUDIO button

Selects foreign language soundtracks and audio formats (e.g., Dolby Digital or DTS).

RANDOM button

Selects C (blue).

PLAY MODE button

Selects D (yellow).

CLR button

Cancels functions and clears entered numbers, or enters 12.

* With some components, certain buttons may not

work as expected, and some may not work at all.

* The RIHD supported by the AV receiver is the CEC

system control function of the HDMI standard.

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Troubleshooting

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

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

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

ON/STANDBY

VCR/DVR

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

Power

Can’t turn on the AV receiver

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

• Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, wait 5 seconds or more, then plug it back in again.

The AV receiver turns off as soon as it’s turned on

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

Audio

There’s no sound or it’s very quiet

•To listen to an audio source that’s connected to an HDMI input, make sure that input is assigned to an input selector (page 39). On the TX-SR506, HDMI audio is passed through the AV receiver and can only be heard from your TV.

•To listen to an audio source that’s connected to an OPTICAL or COAXIAL input, make sure that input is assigned to an input selector (page 41).

• Make sure that all audio connecting plugs are pushed in all the way (page 20).

• Make sure that the polarity of the speaker cables is correct, and that the bare wire is in contact with the metal part of each speaker terminal (page 16).

• Make sure that the speaker cables are not shorting.

• Check the volume (page 45). The AV receiver is designed for home theater enjoyment and has a wide volume range for precise adjustment.

• If the MUTING indicator is ﬂashing on the display, press the remote controller’s [MUTING] button to unmute the AV receiver (page 46).

• While a pair of headphones is connected to the PHONES jack, no sound is output by the main room speakers (page 47).

• Check the digital audio output settings on the source component. On some game consoles, such as those that can play DVDs, the default setting is off.

•With some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an audio format from a menu or with the AUDIO button on your DVD player’s remote controller.

• If your turntable doesn’t have a phono preamp built-in, you must connect one between it and the AV receiver.

• If your turntable uses an MC cartridge, you must connect an MC head amp, or an MC transformer and a phono preamp.

• Check the speaker settings (pages 67–71).

• If the digital signal format is set to PCM or DTS, set it to Auto (page 48).

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

Only the front speakers produce sound

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

• Check the Speaker Conﬁguration (page 67).

Only the center speaker produces sound

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

• Check the Speaker Conﬁguration (page 67).

The center speaker produces no sound

• When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected, the center speaker produces no sound (page 59).

• Check the Speaker Conﬁguration (page 67).

The surround speakers produce no sound

• When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected, the surround speakers produce no sound.

• Depending on the source and the current listening mode, not much sound may be produced by the surround speakers. Try another listening mode (page 55).

• Check the Speaker Conﬁguration (page 67).

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Troubleshooting

—Continued

The surround back speakers produce no sound

• The surround back speakers are not used with all listening modes. Try another listening mode (page 55).

• Not much sound may be produced by the surround back speakers with some sources.

• Check the Speaker Conﬁguration (page 67).

• While Powered Zone 2 is being used, playback in the main room is reduced to 5.1-channels and the surround back speakers produce no sound (page 77).

The subwoofer produces no sound

• If the source material contains no audio in the LFE channel, the subwoofer produces no sound.

• Check the Speaker Conﬁguration (page 67).

The Zone 2 speakers produce no sound

• The Zone 2 speakers only output sources that are connected to an analog input. Check to see if the source component is connected to an analog input.

•Powered Zone 2 cannot be used if Speaker Sp Type is set to Bi-Amp (page 38).

There’s no sound with a certain signal format

• Check the digital audio output setting on the source component. On some game consoles, such as those that can play DVDs, the default setting is off.

•With some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an audio format from a menu or with the AUDIO button on your DVD player’s remote controller.

Can’t get 6.1- or 7.1-channel playback

• While Powered Zone 2 is being used, playback in the main room is reduced to 5.1-channels and the surround back speakers produce no sound (page 77).

Can’t select the Pure Audio listening mode

• The Pure Audio listening mode cannot be selected while Zone 2 is on.

• The Pure Audio listening mode is not available on the North American model.

The volume cannot be set to 79 (99)

• Check to see if a maximum volume has been set (page 73).

• After the Automatic Speaker Setup function has been run, or the volume level of each individual speaker has been adjusted (pages 36 and 70), the maximum volume may be reduced.

• When the levels of each speaker have been adjusted (page 70), the maximum possible volume may be reduced.

Noise can be heard

• Using cable ties to bundle audio cables with power cords, speaker cables, and so on can degrade audio performance, so don’t use them.

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

• When the Equalizer setting (page 71) is set to Audyssey, the maximum possible volume is reduced by 6 dB.

The Late Night function doesn’t work

• Make sure that the source is Dolby Digital (page 64).

The analog multichannel input doesn’t work

• Check the multichannel input connections (page 24).

• Make sure that the multichannel input is selected (page 45).

• Check the audio output settings on your DVD player.

About DTS signals

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

• When DTS program material ends and the DTS bitstream stops, the AV receiver remains in DTS listening mode and the DTS indicator remains on. This is to prevent noise when you use the pause, fast forward, or fast reverse function on your player. If you switch your player from DTS to PCM, as the AV receiver does not switch formats immediately, you may not hear anything, in which case you should stop your player for about 3 seconds, and then resume playback.

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

The beginning of audio received by an HDMI IN can’t be heard

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

Video

There’s no picture

• Make sure that all video connecting plugs are pushed in all the way (page 20).

• Make sure that each video component is properly connected.

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

• While the Pure Audio listening mode is selected, the video circuitry is turned off and only the HDMI OUT outputs video signals.

• The AV receiver does not convert between formats, so if a video source component is connected to a component video input, your TV must be connected to the component video output (page 21).

• If the video source is connected to an HDMI input, your TV must be connected to the HDMI OUT (page 21).

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Troubleshooting

—Continued

There’s no picture from a source connected to an HDMI IN

• Reliable operation with an HDMI-to-DVI adapter is not guaranteed. In addition, video signals from a PC are not supported (page 28).

• If the message “Resolution Error” appears on the AV receiver’s display, this indicates that your TV does not support the current video resolution and you need to select another resolution on your DVD player.

Tuner

Reception is noisy, stereo FM reception suffers from hiss, or the FM STEREO indicator doesn’t light up

• Relocate your antenna.

•Move the AV receiver away from your TV or computer.

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

•Passing cars and airplanes can cause interference.

• Concrete walls weaken radio signals.

• If nothing improves the reception, install an outdoor antenna.

Remote Controller

The remote controller doesn’t work

• Make sure that the batteries are installed with the correct polarity (page 13).

• Make sure that the remote controller is not too far away from the AV receiver and there’s no obstruction between the remote controller and the AV receiver’s remote control sensor (page 13).

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

• Make sure you’ve entered the correct remote control code (page 81).

Can’t control other components

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

• If you’ve connected an -capable Onkyo MD recorder, CD recorder, or RI Dock to the TAPE IN/OUT jacks, or an RI Dock to the CBL/SAT IN jacks, for the remote controller to work properly, you must set the Input Display to MD, CDR, or DOCK, respectively (see page 43).

• The entered remote control code may not be correct. If more than one code is listed, try each one.

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

•To control an Onkyo component that’s connected via

, point the remote controller at the AV receiver. Be sure to enter the appropriate remote control code ﬁrst (page 82).

•To control an Onkyo component that’s not connected via , or another manufacturer’s component, point

the remote controller at that component. Be sure to enter the appropriate remote control code ﬁrst (page 81).

Recording

Can’t record

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

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

• When the Pure Audio listening mode is selected, video recording is not possible because no video signals are output. Select another listening mode.

Others

The sound changes when I connect my headphones

• When a pair of headphones is connected, the listening mode is set to Stereo, unless it’s already set to Stereo, Mono, Direct, or Pure Audio, in which case it stays the same.

How do I change the language of a multiplex source

• On the “Audio Adjust” menu, change the “Input (Mux)” setting to Main or Sub (page 63).

The functions don’t work

•To use , you must make an connection and an analog audio connection (RCA) between the component and AV receiver, even if they are connected digitally (page 34).

• While Zone 2 is selected, the functions don’t work.

The AV receiver’s display doesn’t work

• The display is turned off when the Pure Audio listening mode is selected. Select another listening mode.

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Troubleshooting

—Continued

The following settings can be made for the S-Video and composite video inputs

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

1. While holding down the input selector button for the input source that you want to set, press the [SETUP] button.

2. Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change the setting.

3. Press the [SETUP] button when you’ve ﬁnished.

•

Video Attenuation

This setting can be made for the DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME/TV, or AUX input. If you have a games console connected to the S-Video or composite video input, and the picture isn’t very clear, you can attenuate the gain.

Video ATT:0: Video ATT:2:

(default). Gain is reduced by 2 dB.

The AV receiver contains a microcomputer for signal processing and control functions. In very rare situations, severe interference, noise from an external source, or static electricity may cause it to lockup. In the unlikely event that this happens, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, wait at least 5 seconds, and then plug it back in again.

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

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

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Speciﬁcations

TX-SR506

Ampliﬁer Section

Rated Output Power

North American:

75 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven from 20Hz to 20kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.08% (FTC)

100 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 6 ohm loads, 2 channels driven at 1kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.1% (FTC)

European:

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

7 ch

Asian and Oceanian:

160 W at 6 ohms, 1kHz, 1 ch driven (JEITA)

7 ch

Ω

–16

Ω Ω Ω

, Front)

Ω

, Front)

Ω

, Front)

Ω

)

Ω

(LINE)

Ω

(REC OUT)

Dynamic Power 180 W (3

THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) 0.08% (Power Rated)

Damping Factor 60 (Front, 1kHz, 8 Input Sensitivity and

Impedance 200 mV/ 47 k Output Level and

Impedance 200 mV/ 2.2 k Frequency Response 5Hz–100kHz/ +1 dB–3 dB Tone Control ±10 dB, 50Hz (BASS)

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

North American: 6 European: 4Ω–16 Asian and Oceanian: 4Ω–16

160 W (4 100 W (8

±10 dB, 20kHz (TREBLE)

Ω

Video Section

Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p /75

0.7 Vp-p /75

0.28 Vp-p /75 1 Vp-p /75

Component Video Frequency Response 5Hz – 50MHz, –3 dB

Ω

(Component and S-Video Y)

Ω

(Component Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr)

Ω

(S-Video C)

Ω

(Composite)

Tuner Section

■

Tuning Frequency Range

North American: 87.50MHz–107.90MHz European: 87.50MHz–108.00MHz Asian and Oceanian: 87.50MHz–108.00MHz

■

Tuning Frequency Range

North American: 530kHz–1710kHz European: 522kHz–1611kHz Asian and Oceanian: 530/522kHz–1710/1611kHz

General

Power Supply

North American: AC 120 V, 60Hz European: AC 230 V, 50Hz Asian and Oceanian: with voltage selector model:

Power Consumption

North American: 4.9 A European: 480 W Asian and Oceanian: with voltage selector model: 470 W

Dimensions

H × D)

Weight

North American: 9.8 kg

European and Asian: 10.7 kg

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Video Inputs

HDMI (Assignable) IN 1, IN 2, IN 3 Component IN 1 (DVD), IN 2 Composite CBL/SAT, VCR/DVR, DVD, AUX S-Video CBL/SAT, VCR/DVR, DVD

■

Video Outputs

HDMI OUT Component MONITOR OUT Composite VCR/DVR OUT, MONITOR OUT S-Video VCR/DVR OUT, MONITOR OUT

■

Audio Inputs

Digital Inputs (Assignable) COAXIAL (IN 1, IN 2),

Analog Inputs CD, TAPE, CBL/SAT, VCR/DVR,

Multichannel Inputs 7.1 ch

■

Audio Outputs

Analog Outputs TAPE, VCR/DVR, ZONE 2 Subwoofer Pre Outputs 1 Speaker Outputs ZONE2 R, SURR BACK R, FRONT R,

Phones PHONES

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Control Terminal

MIC Yes

AC 120/220-240 V, 50/60Hz

without voltage selector model:

AC 220 V, 50/60Hz

without voltage selector model: 500 W

435 × 150 × 379 mm

17-1/8" × 5-7/8"× 14-15/16"

21.56 lbs.

23.6 lbs.

OPTICAL (IN 1, IN 2),

DVD MULTI CH (FRONT, CENTER, SUBWOOFER, SURR, SURR BACK), AUX

SURR R, CENTER, SURR L, FRONT L, SURR BACK L, ZONE2 L

Preset Channel 40

Speciﬁcations and features are subject to change without notice.

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Speciﬁcations

TX-SR576

—Continued

Ampliﬁer Section

Rated Output Power

North American:

80 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven from 20Hz to 20kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.08% (FTC)

90 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven at 1kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.7% (FTC)

100 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 6 ohm loads, 2 channels driven at 1kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.1% (FTC)

European:

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

7 ch

Asian and Oceanian:

160 W at 6 ohms, 1kHz, 1 ch driven (JEITA)

7 ch

Ω

–16

Ω Ω Ω

, Front)

Ω

, Front)

Ω

, Front)

Ω

)

Ω

(LINE)

Ω

(REC OUT)

Dynamic Power 180 W (3

THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) 0.08% (Power Rated)

Damping Factor 60 (Front, 1kHz, 8 Input Sensitivity and

Impedance 200 mV/ 47 k Output Level and

Impedance 200 mV/ 2.2 k Frequency Response 5Hz–100kHz/ +1 dB–3 dB (direct mode) Tone Control ±10 dB, 50Hz (BASS)

Signal to Noise Ratio 106 dB (LINE, IHF-A) Speaker Impedance

North American: 6 European: 4Ω–16 Asian and Oceanian: 4Ω–16

160 W (4 100 W (8

±10 dB, 20kHz (TREBLE)

Ω

Video Section

Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p /75

0.7 Vp-p /75

0.28 Vp-p /75 1 Vp-p /75

Component Video Frequency Response 5Hz – 50MHz, –3 dB

Ω

(Component and S-Video Y)

Ω

(Component Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr)

Ω

(S-Video C)

Ω

(Composite)

Tuner Section

■

Tuning Frequency Range

North American: 87.5MHz–107.9MHz European: 87.50MHz–108.00MHz Asian and Oceanian: 87.50MHz–108.00MHz

General

Power Supply

North American: AC 120 V, 60Hz European: AC 230 V, 50Hz Asian and Oceanian: AC 230 V, 50 Hz

Power Consumption

North American: 5 A European: 480 W Asian and Oceanian: 480 W

Dimensions

H × D)

Weight

North American: 9.8 kg

European and Asian: 10.6 kg

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Video Inputs

HDMI IN 1, IN 2, IN 3 Component IN 1 (DVD), IN 2 Composite CBL/SAT, VCR/DVR, DVD, AUX S-Video CBL/SAT, VCR/DVR, DVD

■

Video Outputs

HDMI OUT Component OUT Composite VCR/DVR (REC OUT),

S-Video VCR/DVR (REC OUT),

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Audio Inputs

Digital Inputs COAXIAL (IN 1, IN 2),

Analog Inputs CD, TAPE, CBL/SAT, VCR/DVR,

Multichannel Inputs 7.1 ch

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Audio Outputs

Analog Outputs TAPE, VCR/DVR, ZONE 2 Subwoofer Pre Outputs 1 Speaker Outputs ZONE2 R, SURR BACK R, FRONT R,

Phones PHONES

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Control Terminal

MIC Yes

435 × 150 × 379 mm

17-1/8" × 5-7/8"× 14-15/16"

21.7 lbs.

23.4 lbs.

MONITOR OUT

OPTICAL (IN 1, IN 2),

DVD MULTI CH (FRONT, CENTER, SUBWOOFER, SURR, SURR BACK), AUX

SURR R, CENTER, SURR L, FRONT L, SURR BACK L, ZONE2 L

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Tuning Frequency Range

North American: 530kHz–1710kHz European: 522kHz–1611kHz Asian and Oceanian: 522kHz–1611kHz

Preset Channel 40

Speciﬁcations and features are subject to change without notice.

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Onkyo TX-SR576, SR506S - AV Receiver, TXSR506S Instruction Manual

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