Onkyo TX-8255 User Manual

Stereo Receiver

TX-8255

Instruction Manual

Contents

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

Connections................................. 12

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

Enjoying Audio Sources.............. 19

Others

Troubleshooting ..............................31

Speciﬁcations..................................33

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

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, 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.

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.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

S3125A

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to

persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is

intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

AVIS

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

NE PAS

OUVRIR

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.

Precautions

1. Recording Copyright

only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder.

2. AC Fuse

serviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact your Onkyo dealer.

3. Care —Occasionally you should dust the unit all

over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a clean cloth. Don’t use abrasive cloths, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because they may damage the ﬁnish or remove the panel lettering.

4. Power WARNING

BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Make sure that the voltage in your area meets the voltage requirements printed on the unit’ s rear panel (e.g., AC 230, 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 for compatibility with power systems around the world. Before you plug in such a model, make sure that the voltage selector is set to the correct voltage for your area. 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

• Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit

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

• If you do not use this unit for a long time, it may

—The AC fuse inside the unit is not user-

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

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

after prolonged use. This is normal.

not work properly the next time you turn it on, so be sure to use it occasionally.

—Unless it’s for personal use

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 SLO T, FULL Y 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:

ÉLECTRIQUES, 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

Precautions —Continued

For British models

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

IMPORTANT

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

Blue: Neutral

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

IMPORTANT

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

For European Models

Table of Contents

Introduction

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

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

Table of Contents...............................................4

Supplied Accessories........................................5

Installing the Batteries...........................................5

Features .............................................................. 5

Getting to Know the Receiver...........................6

Front Panel............................................................6

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

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

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

Using the Remote Controller...............................11

Connections

Connecting Your Speakers ............................. 12

Speaker Connection Precautions........................12

Connecting the Speaker Cables..........................12

Connecting Antenna........................................13

Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna.....................13

Connecting the AM Loop Antenna.......................13

Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna...................14

Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna...................14

Connecting Your Components .......................15

Connecting a Turntable.......................................15

Connecting a CD Player......................................15

Connecting a Recording Component ..................16

Connecting a Remote Interactive Dock (RI Dock).....16

Connecting a DVD Player....................................16

Connecting a TV or Other Component with an Audio

Output.............................................................17

Connecting Components..............................17

Connecting the Power Cords of Other

Components ............................................... 18

Connecting the Power Cord ................................18

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

Enjoying Audio Sources

Turning On the Receiver ................................. 19

Turning On and Standby .....................................19

Changing the Input Display .................................19

Enjoying Audio Sources..................................20

Muting the receiver (remote controller only)........21

Using Headphones..............................................21

Setting the Display Brightness.............................21

Using the Sleep Timer (remote controller only)...21

Using the Tone and Balance Controls.................22

Recording ......................................................... 23

Recording the Input Source.................................23

Listening to the Radio ..................................... 25

AM Frequency Step Setup (not North America and

Europe)...........................................................25

Listening to AM/FM Stations................................25

Using RDS (European Models Only)................... 27

Naming Preset Channels (other than European

model).........................................................29

Entering a Name..................................................29

Correcting a Character........................................29

Connecting Components not Reached by the

Remote Controller Signals (IR IN/OUT).....30

If Remote Controller Signal Does not Reach the

Receiver Remote Sensor................................30

If Remote Controller Signal Does not Reach Other

Components ...................................................30

Others

Troubleshooting...............................................31

Specifications...................................................33

Supplied Accessories

Make sure you have the following accessories:

Remote controller and two batteries (AA/R6)

Indoor FM antenna

AM loop antenna

* In catalogs and on packaging, the letter at the end of the

product name indicates the color. Speciﬁcations and operation are the same regardless of color.

Installing the Batteries

Detach the battery cover by pressing the

tab and pulling up the cover.

Insert two AA-size batteries into the

battery compartment.

Carefully follow the polarity diagram (positive + and negative - symbols) inside the battery compartment.

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.

Features

❑

Newly Designed, Brushed Hairline Aluminum Front Panel

❑

50 Watts/Channel @ 8 ohms (FTC) (North American model)

❑

90 Watts/Channel @ 4 ohms (IEC) (European and Australian model)

❑

WRAT (Wide Range Ampliﬁer Technology)

❑

High-Current, Low-Impedance Drive

❑

Discrete Output Stage Circuitry

❑

5 Audio Inputs (CD, TAPE 1, TAPE 2, LINE 1/ DVD, LINE 2) and 2 Outputs

❑

Phono Input

❑

Speaker A/B T erminals

❑

RDS (PS/PTY/RT/TP) (European model)

❑

IR Input/Output

❑

Banana Plug-Compatible Speaker Posts (North American model)

❑

Compatible with RI Dock for the iPod

After batteries are installed and seated

correctly, attach the compartment cover.

Getting to Know the Receiver

Front Panel

North American Model

157 98 J2 3 4 6

PR KQ NLMO

Other Models

157 98 J2 3 4 6

* The name of the buttons and other controls varies according to the shipping destination. For details,

refer to the description on the next page.

PR KQ NLMO

Getting to Know the Receiver —Continued

Some button number sections (such as contain multiple button descriptions because the name and function vary according to the model or shipping destination. Refer to the description corresponding to your model.

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

ON/STANDBY button (19)

Sets the receiver to On or Standby.

SPEAKERS A and B switches (20)

Turn speaker sets A and B on or off.

Remote-control sensor (11)

Receives control signals from the remote controller.

DISPLAY (27)

Displays various information about the currently selected input source.

TUNING UP/DOWN buttons (25, 28)

Used for radio tuning.

DIRECT TUNING button (26)

When you know the frequency for the station you want to listen to, you can select the station by entering the frequency directly using this button and number buttons. When SAT RADIO is selected, you can select the channel number.

CHARACTER button

Used to label the FM or AM station preset number.

RT/PTY/TP button (28)

On the European model, this is the RT/PTY/TP button, and it’s used with RDS (Radio Data System). See “Using RDS (European Models Only)” on page 27.

and

)

Number buttons (26, 29)

Used to select a station by entering the frequency directly or to enter characters to label the station preset number.

DIMMER button (21)

Adjusts the display brightness. SCAN button (28)

Used to ﬁnd a station in RDS broadcasting.

J MASTER VOLUME control (20)

Sets the volume of the receiver.

K BALANCE control (22)

This control is for adjusting the sound level balance between the left and right channel for speakers and headphones.

L TREBLE control (22)

This control is for adjusting the level of treble sounds.

M BASS control (22)

This control is for adjusting the level of bass sounds.

N TUNING MODE button (25, 26)

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

O MEMORY button (26)

Used when storing or deleting radio presets.

P Input selector buttons (20, 23)

Used to select the input sources. The TAPE 2 MONITOR button is also used to

monitor the recorded sound.

Q STANDBY indicator (19)

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

R PHONES jack (21)

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

Getting to Know the Receiver—Continued

Rear Panel

1 5432

67 8 9 J K L

A REMOTE CONTROL jacks

These (Remote Interactive) jacks can be connected to the jacks on your other Onkyo

audio components. The receiver’s remote controller can then be used to control all of your components.

To use , you must make an analog audio connection between the receiver and each component.

B IR IN/OUT

A commercially available IR receiver can be connected to the IR IN jack, allowing you to control the receiver when it’s out of sight, for example, installed in a cabinet.

A commercially available IR emitter can be connected to the IR OUT jack to pass IR (infrared) remote control signals along to other components.

C AM ANTENNA

These push terminals are for connecting an AM antenna.

D FM ANTENNA

This jack is for connecting an FM antenna.

E AC OUTLET

This switched AC outlet can be used to supply power to another component. The type of outlet depends on the country in which you purchased your receiver.

F PHONO (MM) input and grounding terminal

This analog audio input is for connecting a turntable with a moving-magnet cartridge. The screw located on the upper-right of the PHONO (MM) inputs is for connecting a turntable’s ground wire.

G CD input

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

H TAPE 1/2 IN/OUT

This analog audio input and output are for connecting a recorder with an analog audio input and output, such as a cassette deck, MD recorder, etc.

I LINE 1/DVD

This analog audio input is for connecting a component’s analog audio output (DVD, RI Dock, etc.).

J LINE 2 input

This analog audio input is for connecting a component’s analog audio output (TV, etc.).

K SPEAKERS A

These terminal posts are for connecting speaker set A.

L SPEAKERS B

These terminal posts are for connecting speaker set B.

See pages 12–18 for hookup information.

Getting to Know the Receiver—Continued

Display

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

1 A and B speaker indicators

Indicator A lights up when speaker set A is on. Indicator B lights up when speaker set B is on.

2 MUTING indicator

Flashes while the receiver is muted.

3 Radio indicators

TUNED: Lights up when tuned to a radio station. AUTO: For AM and FM radio, lights up when Auto

Tuning is selected, and disappears when Manual Tuning mode is selected.

RDS (European models only): Lights up when tuned to a radio station that supports RDS (Radio Data System).

MEMORY: Lights up when presetting radio stations.

FM STEREO: Lights up when tuned to a stereo FM station.

4 SLEEP indicator

Lights up when the Sleep function has been set.

5 Message area

Displays various information about the selected input source.

Remote Controller

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

4 5

L M

N O

A STANDBY/ON button (19)

Sets the receiver to On or Standby.

B SLEEP button (21)

Used with the Sleep function.

C INPUT SELECTOR buttons (20) and number

buttons (26)

When any of these buttons is pressed, the input source will be changed to the one shown below the button. The button with no label does not work for input source selection. After the DIRECT TUNING button is pressed, these buttons work as number button for about 5 seconds. During this time, the buttons can be used to select AM and FM radio stations and satellite radio channels directly.

D CLR button (25)

Used to enter the station frequency directly or cancel the number entry.

E HDD PLAYLIST [ ]/[ ] buttons

Selects a playlist stored on the player on an HDD component.

F CD operation buttons

RANDOM: Used with the random playback function.

REPEAT: Used with the repeat playback functions. DISC SKIP: Switches the disc loaded when the CD

changer is connected. [ ]: Suspends playback on a CD. [ ]: Stops playback on a CD.

[ ]: Starts playback on a CD.

G DIMMER button (21)

Adjusts the display brightness.

H DISPLAY button (27)

Displays various information about the selected input source.

I TUNING [ ]/[ ] buttons (25)

When AM or FM is selected, the TUNING UP [ ]/DOWN [ ] buttons are used for radio tuning.

J PRESET [ ]/[ ] buttons (26)

Used to select radio presets.

K DIRECT TUNING button (26)

L HDD ALBUM [ ]/[ ] buttons

Selects an album stored on the player on an HDD component.

Remote Controller—Continued

M Previous and Next [ ]/[ ] buttons

These buttons are used to select the previous or next track on an HDD component. Pressing them repeatedly selects earlier or later tracks. On a cassette deck, they’re used for rewind and fast forward.

N Reverse and Fast Forward [ ]/[ ] buttons

These buttons are used for reverse and fast forward on an HDD component.

O DECK A/HDD (DOCK) buttons

Pause [ ]/Reverse Pla y [ ]: Suspends playback on an HDD component; starts reverse playback on a cassette deck.

Play [ ]: Starts playback on an HDD or cassette component.

Stop [ ]: Stops playback on an HDD or cassette component.

P DECK B buttons

On twin cassette decks, only deck B can be controlled.

Play [ ]: Starts playback. Stop [ ]: Stops playback. Reverse Play [ ]: Starts reverse playback.

Q MUTING button (21)

Mutes or unmutes the receiver.

R VOLUME [ ]/[ ] buttons (20)

Adjusts the volume of the receiver re g ardless of the currently selected remote controller mode.

Using the Remote Controller

Point the remote controller toward the remote control sensor.

Remote control sensor

About 5 m (16 feet)

Notes:

• The remote controller may not work reliably if the 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 receiver is installed close to equipment that uses infrared rays, the remote controller may not work reliably.

• Don’t put anything, such as a book, on the remote controller, because the buttons may be pressed inadvertently, thereby draining the batteries.

• The remote controller may not work reliably if the 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 receiver’s remote control sensor.

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