Onkyo TX-L5 User Manual

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AV Receiver

TX-L5

Instruction Manual

Contents

Before Using Your AV Receiver 2

Getting started

Turning on the AV Receiver/ Speaker Setup

Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and turning on the power. 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 music or videos

Enjoying Surround mode/ Recording

Other

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE 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.

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

NE PAS

Important Safeguards

AVIS

OUVRIR

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.

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning – Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use the appliance near water –for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8. Accessories – Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

10.Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided. There should be free space of at least 20 cm (8 in.) and an opening behind the appliance.

11. Power Sources – The appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company.

12.Grounding or Polarization – The appliance may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

13.Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

S3125A

14.Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the appliance, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure 1.

15.Lightning – For added protection for the appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line surges.

16.Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

17.Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

18.Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.

19.Servicing – Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

20.Damage Requiring Service – Unplug the appliance form 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

appliance, C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water, D. If the appliance 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 appliance to its normal operation, E. If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way,

and F. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance

– this indicates a need for service.

21.Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

22.Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operation condition.

23.Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

24.Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Precautions

FIGURE 1: EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

S2898A

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

■ 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

A 5 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amperes and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse. IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMPERE SOCKET. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

Declaration of Conformity

We,

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH INDUSTRIESTRASSE 20 82110 GERMERING, 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.

GERMERING, GERMANY

I. MORI

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH

■ For U.S. models

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

FCC Information for User

CAUTION:

The user changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from

that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

■ For Canadian models

NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH

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

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE

BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

■ Modele pour les Canadien

REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B

EST CON-FORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:

ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES,

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

Precautions

Features

1. Recording Copyright

Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is illegal without permission of the copyright holder.

2. AC Fuse

The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user-serviceable. If power does not come on, contact your Onkyo authorized service station.

3. Care

From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth in a weak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry, and wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately with a clean cloth. Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical solvents or cloths since these could 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. The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel. Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform to local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch to match the voltage of the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit.

Amplifier Features

■ Rated output power (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.6% THD): Front 22 W + 22 W, center 22 W, surround 22 W + 22 W

■ 24-bit DSP chip featuring high-speed processing and excellent reliability

■ Stabilized ground potential, which is the basis of audio signal amplitudes

■ Dolby* Digital & Dolby Pro Logic II decoder and DTS** decoder

■ Acoustic Control function

■ Subwoofer pre-output

■ Five sets of audio input connectors and three sets of audio

output connectors

■ S-Video input/output

■ Heat-resistance, slim power transformer

■ Large extruded-aluminum heat sinks

■ Three digital input connectors

■ Onkyo-original surround modes with five sophisticated

modes (Orchestra, Unplugged, Studio Mix, TV Logic and All Channel Stereo) for natural audio reproduction

■ Late Night function

FM/AM Tuner Features

■ 30 FM/AM random presets

■ FM auto tuning

■ FM indoor antenna supplied

■ AM indoor antenna supplied

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

**Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

US Pat. No.5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issues and pending, “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ©1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights reserved.

Memory Preservation

This unit does not require memory preservation batteries. A built-in memory power backup system preserves the contents of memory during power failures and even when the POWER switch is set to OFF. The POWER switch must be set to ON in order to charge the backups system. The memory preservation period after the unit has been turned off varies depending on climate and placement of the unit. On average, memory contents are protected over a period of a few weeks after the time the unit has been turned off. This period is shorter when the unit is exposed to a very humid climate.

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards/Precautions/Features/Table of Contents ....................... 2–5

Getting Started

Supplied Accessories ............................................................................................ 6

Preparing the Remote Controller .......................................................................... 7

Index to Parts and Controls .................................................................................. 8

Connecting to Audio/Video Equipment................................................................ 12

Positioning Speakers .......................................................................................... 14

Connecting Speakers .......................................................................................... 15

Making Antenna (Aerial) Connections................................................................. 16

Connection for remote control (z) .................................................................... 18

Turning on the AV Receiver/Speaker Setup

Connecting the Power/Turning on the AV Receiver ............................................ 19

Speaker Setup .................................................................................................... 20

Enjoying music or videos

Listening to the Radio ......................................................................................... 23

Playing the Connected Source ........................................................................... 26

Various Functions Common to all the Sources ................................................... 28

Enjoying Surround mode/Recording

Enjoying the Surround Modes ............................................................................. 30

Recording a source ............................................................................................. 35

Other

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 36

Specifications ...................................................................................................... 38

Memo .................................................................................................................. 39

Supplied Accessories

Make sure your box contains everything listed below. If any pieces are missing, contact your nearest Onkyo dealer. The number of accessories is indicated in brackets.

Remote controller (RC-453S) [1] Batteries (size AA/R6/UM3) [2]

FM outdoor antenna (aerial) adapter [1]

(Supplied only for Asian and Austrarian models)

FM antenna (aerial) [1]

(USA and Canadian models) (Other models)

AM loop antenna (aerial) [1]

Preparing the Remote Controller

Inserting the Batteries

1 Detach the battery cover.

2 Insert the two size AA/R6/UM3 batteries.

Be sure to match the + and – ends of the batteries with the diagram inside the battery compartment.

3 Attach the battery cover.

Using the Remote Controller

Point the remote controller toward the remote control sensor.

Remote control sensor

30˚

Notes

• Place the unit away from strong light such as direct sunlight or inverted fluorescent light which can prevent proper operation of the remote controller.

• Using another remote controller of the same type in the same room or using the unit near equipment which uses infrared rays may cause operational interference.

• Do not put any object (such as a book) on the remote controller. The buttons of the remote controller may be pressed by mistake and drain the batteries.

• Make sure the audio rack doors do not have colored glass. Placing the unit behind such doors may prevent proper remote controller operation.

• If there is any obstacle between the remote controller and the remote control sensor, the remote controller will not operate.

30˚

5m (16 feet)

Notes

• Do not mix new batteries with old batteries or different kinds of batteries.

• To avoid corrosion, remove the batteries if the remote controller is not to be used for a long time.

• Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid damage from corrosion. If the remote controller does not operate smoothly, replace both batteries at the same time.

• The life of the supplied batteries is about six months but this varies depending on usage.

Index to Parts and Controls

For operational instructions, refer to the page indicated in brackets.

■ Front panel

12 3

STANDBY / ON

STANDBY

POWER

PHONES

OFF

DVD / C D

VIDEO

HD MD / TAPE

FM AM

45 67

SURROUND STEREO

890-=~!@

1 POWER switch [19]

Turns on the main power supply for the TX-L5. The TX-L5 enters standby state and the STANDBY indicator lights up. Pressing the switch again to the off position (— OFF) shuts down the main power supply into the TX-L5.

• Before turning on the power, make sure all cables are properly connected.

• Turning on the TX-L5 may cause a momentary power surge that might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same circuit. If this is a problem, plug the TX-L5 into a different electrical circuit.

2 STANDBY/ON button, ON indicator, STANDBY indicator

[19]

When STANDBY/ON button is pressed to ON while the POWER switch is set to ON, the display will light to show the current volume setting for about 5 seconds then show the current sound input source and listening mode. Pressing the button again returns the TX-L5 to the standby state. This state turns off the display, disables control functions.

VOLUME

AV RECEIVER

TX-L

SUBWOOFER MODE

MEMORY

FM MODE

TUNING/PRESET

INPUT

ACOUSTIC CONTROL

8 PHONES jack [29]

This is a standard stereo jack for connecting stereo headphones. The audio for the front right and left speakers are sent to the headphone speakers. When the headphones are plugged in, the listening mode automatically changes to STEREO and sounds are not output from the speakers.

9 SURROUND button [32]

Press this button to select a surround mode for current input source.

0 STEREO button [32]

Press this button to change the sound to stereo.

- SUBWOOFER MODE button [20]

Press to select the subwoofer mode.

= MEMORY button [24, 25]

This button is used to assign the radio station that is currently tuned in to a preset channel or delete a previously preset station.

3 Source indicators [23, 26]

One of these indicators lights to show the current source.

4 Remote control sensor [7]

This sensor receives the control signals from the remote controller.

5 Display [9]

6 INPUT dial [23, 26, 35]

The INPUT dial is used to select the input source.

7 VOLUME dial [23, 26]

The VOLUME dial is used to control the volume level. Turn the dial clockwise to increase the volume level and counterclockwise to decrease it.

~ FM MODE button [23, 25]

Press to switch the reception mode between stereo and monaural. If audio is interrupted or noise interferes with audio during FM stereo broadcasting, press this button to switch to the monaural reception mode.

! TUNING/PRESET ™/£ button [23, 24]

Use these buttons to change the tuner frequency. The tuner frequency is displayed in the front display and it can be changed in 50 kHz increments for FM and 10 kHz (or 9 kHz) increments for AM. Also, These buttons make it possible to store desired radio stations under the desired preset numbers and recall them with an easy operation.

@ ACOUSTIC CONTROL button/indicator [34]

Press to change the acoustic mode to enjoy more dynamic sounds by boosting the super bass/high frequency sounds.

For operational instructions, refer to the page indicated in brackets.

■ Display

12934 5 6 78

RDS

1 SLEEP indicator [29]

Lights up when the sleep timer is active.

2 Source/Listening mode indicators [26, 32]

One of these indicators lights to show the format of the current source as “PCM DIGITAL”, “Ÿ DIGITAL” or “DTS”. In addition, one of the listening mode indicators “Ÿ PRO LOGIC II”, “DSP” and “STEREO” lights according to the current listening mode.

3 MUTING indicator [29]

Flashes when the mute function is active.

4 FM STEREO indicator [23]

Lights up when an FM stereo broadcast station is received.

5 TUNED indicator [23]

Lights up when a radio station is received.

6 FM MUTE indicator [23]

Lights up to indicate FM muting. It extinguishes when the monaural reception mode is started by pressing the FM MODE button.

7 RDS indicator (European models only) [23]

Lights up when a RDS station is received.

8 MEMORY indicator [24]

Lights up when the MEMORY button is pressed in the radio station preset operation.

9 Multi function display

In usual operation, shows the current input source and volume. When the FM or AM input is selected, it shows the frequency and preset number. When the DISPLAY button is pressed, it shows the listening mode and input source format. However, it does not show the source format when the input source signal is analog, or when the FM or AM source is selected.

Index to Parts and Controls

FRONT SPEAKERS

SURROUND SPEAKERS

CENTER

SPEAKER

ANTENNA

REMOTE CONTROL

S VIDEO

SUB WOOFER

PRE OUT

MON OUT

VIDEO

OUT

DVD/CD

MON OUT

DVD/ CD

AUDIO

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

MD/TAPE

OUT

DVD/ CD

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

IDEO 2

VIDEO 1

DIGITAL INPUT

(

OPTICAL

)

(

COAXIAL

)

VIDEO 2

DVD

(

OPTICAL

)

AV RECEIVER

MODEL NO. TX-L5

12 435678

For operational instructions, refer to the page indicated in brackets.

■ Rear panel

1 VIDEO (DVD/CD IN / VIDEO 1 OUT/IN / VIDEO 2 IN) [13]

There are 3 video inputs and 1 output. Connect DVD players, LD

5 SUB WOOFER PRE OUT [15]

This terminal is for connecting an active subwoofer. players, VCRs or other video components to the video inputs. The video output channel can be used to be connected to video tape recorder for making recordings.

DIGITAL INPUT (DVD, HD (OPTICAL), VIDEO 2 (COAXIAL)) [12, 13]

These are the digital audio inputs. There are 2 digital inputs with

2 MON OUT [12]

The monitor output includes both RCA type and S video configurations. This output is for connecting television monitors or

optical jacks and 1 with a coaxial jack. The inputs accept digital

audio signals from DVD players, hard disk recorders, CD players, or

other digital source component. projectors.

7 SURROUND SPEAKERS L/R, CENTER SPEAKER [15] 3 S VIDEO (DVD/CD IN / VIDEO 1 OUT/IN / VIDEO 2 IN)

[13]

There are 3 video inputs and 1 output. Connect DVD players, LD players, VCRs or other video components to the video inputs. The video output channel can be used to be connected to video tape recorder for making recordings.

4 z (REMOTE CONTROL) [18]

Connect the Onkyo components that have z connectors such as a CD player, and cassette tape deck using the z cables provided with them. When these components are interconnected, they can be controlled from the remote controller provided with the TX-L5. After connecting the z connectors, check the operation of the remote controller buttons for use in controlling other components (refer to page 27).

• The z connectors are only effective if they are used in conjunction with an Onkyo amplifier with an z connector. Do not connect to a component other than Onkyo component with an z connector. Doing so may damage the TX-L5.

• Connecting z cable only does not make the system operational. You must also connect the audio cables as well.

• If the connected component has two z connectors, you can use either one to connect to the TX-L5. The other one can be used to daisy chain with another component.

Speaker terminals are provided for the center, surround left and surround right speakers.

8 FRONT SPEAKERS L/R [15]

Speaker terminals are provided for the front left, front right speakers. Speaker outputs are compatible with banana plug connectors (other than European models).

9 AUDIO L/R (DVD/CD IN / VIDEO 1 OUT/IN / VIDEO 2 IN /

HD OUT/IN / MD/TAPE OUT/IN) [12, 13]

These are the analog audio inputs and outputs. There are 5 audio inputs and 3 audio outputs. The audio inputs and outputs require RCA type connectors. When connecting a VCR or other video component, make sure you connect the audio and video leads together (i.e., both to VIDEO 1).

0 ANTENNA [16, 17]

These terminals are for connecting the FM antenna and AM antenna.

For operational instructions, refer to the page indicated in brackets.

■ Remote Controller

For detailed descriptions on the buttons, see “Front panel facilities” on pages 8.

STANDBY

VIDEO

INPUT SELECTOR

MD/TAPE

DVD/CD

HD TUNER

SLEEP

DIMMER

DISPLAYVIDEO

1 STANDBY button [19]

Put the TX-L5 in standby.

2 ON button [19]

Turns on the TX-L5.

5 6

7 8

DVD MD

Control

TOP MENU

ENTER

RETURN

SURR MODE

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

TEST TONE

CH SEL

DISTANCE

LATE NIGHT

VOLUME

REMOTE CONTROLLER

SETUP

PLAY

A.CTRL MUTING

453

3 INPUT SELECTOR buttons [26, 27, 35]

For selecting the input source.

4 DVD•MD Control buttons [27]

For operating z-connected Onkyo components connected to the TX-L5.

5 SURR MODE button [32]

Press to select the surround mode.

6 STEREO button [32]

Press to change the listening mode to stereo.

7 SP SETUP/SW MODE/TEST TONE/CH SEL/DISTANCE/

5/∞ buttons [20-22, 33]

For setting the output levels for each speaker.

~ !

These buttons are provided only on the remote controller.

8 LATE NIGHT button [34]

Press to change the late night setting. This button is provided only on the remote controller.

9 SLEEP button [29]

For setting the sleep timer. This button is provided only on the remote controller.

0 DIMMER button [28]

For adjusting the brightness of the front display. This button is provided only on the remote controller.

- DISPLAY button [28]

For changing the display.

= PRESET 5/∞ button [24]

For selecting a tuner preset channel.

~ MUTING button [29]

Activates the mute function. This button is provided only on the remote controller.

! A.CTRL button [34]

Press to change the acoustic mode to boost the super bass/high frequency sounds.

@ VOLUME 5/∞ button [26]

For adjusting the volume.

Connecting to Audio/Video Equipment

Before connecting

• Refer also to the instruction manual of each component to be connected.

• When you connect the AV Receiver to audio/video equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all the units from the mains before making any connections.

• About DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL) jack

Remove the protective caps before making connections. When not in use, be sure to replace them.

Example of monitor and audio equipment connections

TV monitor or Projector (MON OUT)

S VIDEO

VIDEO

Note

The signal that comes in from S VIDEO IN is sent to S VIDEO OUT. The signal that comes in from VIDEO IN is sent to VIDEO OUT.

• Connect the plugs securely.

• About the DVD, VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 jacks

The video input/output connections are also necessary even if you make the S video input/output connections.

VIDEO

Video connection cable (Analog signal)

S video plug

Audio (L)

Audio (R)

Optical plug

S video connection cable (S video signal)

Audio connection cable (Analog signal)

Optical cable (Digital signal)

Signal flow

Incomplete

Insert completely

DVD/ CD

VIDEO

AUDIO

DVD/ CD

DIGITAL

OPTICAL

OUT

VIDEO 1

OUT

VIDEO 1

AUDIO IN

(REC)

VIDEO 2

DVD/CD

OUT

AUDIO OUT

(PLAY)

OUT

MON

VIDEO 2

Digital audio processor, Hard disk recorder etc. (HD)

VIDEO 1

OUT

MD/TAPE

IDEO 2

MON OUT

REMOTE CONTROL

ANTENNA

AUDIO IN

SUB WOOFER

PRE OUT

(REC)

S VIDEO

DIGITAL INPUT

(

COAXIAL

VIDEO 2

AUDIO OUT

(PLAY)

Cassette Tape deck, MD recorder, DAT deck, CD recorder (MD/TAPE)

SURROUND

CENTER

SPEAKERS

SPEAKER

DVD

(

)

OPTICAL

)

(

)

OPTICAL

FRONT SPEAKERS R

AV RECEIVER

TX-L5

DO NOT connect the power cord (mailns lead) at this time.

Example of video equipment connections

DVD player, CD player or LD player* (DVD/CD)

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO

AUDIO

DVD/ CD

VIDEO

OUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO 1

OUT

VIDEO 1

OUT

DIGITAL

OUT

OPTICAL

VIDEO 2

MON OUT

OUT

DVD/CD

Satellite tuner etc. (VIDEO 2)

AUDIO

OUT

IDEO 2

VIDEO 1

OUT

MD/TAPE

MON OUT

S VIDEO

SUB WOOFER

REMOTE

CONTROL

ANTENNA

PRE OUT

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO 2

S VIDEO

OUT

DIGITAL INPUT

(

)

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

OUT

COAXIAL

DVD

(

)

OPTICAL

(

)

OPTICAL

SURROUND

SPEAKERS R

* If you have an LD player with AC-3RF

output, connect via an AC-3RF demodulator to one of the TX-L5’s DIGITAL INPUT terminals.

CENTER

SPEAKER

FRONT SPEAKERS R

AV RECEIVER

TX-L5

DO NOT connect the power cord (mailns lead) at this time.

RL RL

VIDEO INAUDIO

AUDIO

OUT

VCR (VIDEO 1)

VIDEO

OUT

S VIDEO

OUT

Video

Audio (L)

Audio/video connection cable

Audio (R)

S video plug

S video cable (S video signal)

Coaxial plug

Coaxial cable (Digital signal)

Optical plug

Optical cable (Digital signal)

Signal flow

Positioning Speakers

The front left, center, and right speakers, surround left and right speakers, and subwoofer can be connected to the AV receiver. You can reproduce the sounds such as Dolby surround and DTS surround.

■ Standard speaker placement

Speaker placement plays an important role in the reproduction of Surround sound. The placement of the speakers varies depending on the size of the room and the wall coverings used in the room. The illustration below shows an example of a layout for standard speaker placement. Refer to this example when you position the speakers in order to experience the best of Surround sound. For ideal Surround effects, all speakers should be installed. If a center speaker or subwoofer is not connected, the sound from the unused channel is properly distributed to the connected speakers in order to reproduce the best Surround sound possible.

Front

The center speaker reproduces a richer sound image by enhancing the perception of the sound's source and movement. The left, right, and center speakers should face the seated listener and be placed at ear level.

Surround

The surround speakers reproduce the feel of a moving sound while creating the sensation of being in the middle of the action. Place the left and right surround speakers 1 meter (3 feet) above the listener's ear level and facing toward the sides of the room, making sure that the listener is within the speakers' dispersion angle.

Subwoofer

Install a subwoofer with a built-in power amplifier for powerful bass sounds. The placement of the subwoofer does not affect the final quality of the sound image much, therefore, you can install it wherever it is convenient.

Refer to the speakers’ instruction manuals for details.

Front

left

Speaker

Sub-

woofer

TV/Screen

Front

Center

Speaker

Front

right

Speaker

Surround

left

Speaker

Surround

right

Speaker

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Connecting Speakers

Before connecting

• Refer also to the instruction manuals of the speakers.

• Be sure to connect the positive and negative cables for the

speakers properly. If they are mixed up, the left and right signals will be reversed and the audio will sound unnatural.

• Connect speakers with an impedance between 6 Ω and 16 Ω Connecting speakers with an impedance less than 6 Ω may damage the TX-L5.

• To prevent damage to circuits, never short-circuit the positive (+) and negative (–) speaker wires.

NO!

Connecting to SPEAKER terminals

How to connect to the FRONT SPEAKERS teminals

15 mm (5/8”)

Strip 15 mm (5/8”) from the end of each cable, then twist the exposed wires tightly.

• Do not connect more than one speaker cable to one speakerterminal. Doing so may damage the TX-L5.

• When you are using only one speaker or when you wish to listen to monaural (mono) sound, a single speaker should never be connected in parallel to both the right and left channel terminals simultaneously.

NO!NO!

–

How to connect to the SURROUND SPEAKERS and CENTER SPEAKER terminals

10 mm (3/8”)

Loosen the screw.

DVD/ CD

VIDEO

AUDIO

DVD/CD

OUT

VIDEO 1

Fully insert the end of the cable.

MON

VIDEO 2

DVD/CD

OUT

MD/TAPE

VIDEO 1

OUT

Strip 10 mm (5/8”) from the end of each cable, then twist the exposed wires tightly.

Press and hold the lever.

Insert the stripped end of the cable. By releasing the lever, the lever is replaced.

Tighten the screw.

– Front speakers –

Right ch.

Left ch.

Center speaker

Active subwoofer

+–

SURROUND

IDEO 2

MON OUT

S VIDEO

SUB WOOFER

REMOTE

CONTROL

PRE OUT

ANTENNA

DIGITAL INPUT

DVD

(

)

OPTICAL

(

)

COAXIAL

VIDEO 2

(

OPTICAL

)

SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

+–

FRONT SPEAKERS R

+–

AV RECEIVER

DO NOT connect the

TX-L5

power cord (mains lead) at this time.

Surround speaker

Right ch.

Surround speaker

Left ch.

+– +–

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Making Antenna (Aerial) Connections

Connecting the Supplied FM and AM Indoor Antennas (Aerials)

SURROUND

VIDEO

AUDIO

DVD/ CD

DVD/CD

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

DVD/CD

OUT

MD/TAPE

VIDEO 1

OUT

IDEO 2

MON OUT

S VIDEO

REMOTE

CONTROL

ANTENNA

MON

North American models:

1 Strip away the insulation from the end of the cord.

2 Fully insert the stripped end of the cord.

SUB WOOFER

PRE OUT

DIGITAL INPUT

DVD

(

)

OPTICAL

(

)

COAXIAL

VIDEO 2

(

OPTICAL

)

SPEAKERS R

CENTER

SPEAKER

FRONT SPEAKERS

AV RECEIVER

DO NOT connect the

TX-L5

power cord (mains lead) at this time.

FM indoor antenna (aerial)

Except for North American models:

Fully insert the end of the cord.

■ Adjusting the position of the FM indoor antenna (aerial)

The FM indoor antenna is for indoor use only. During use, extend the antenna and move it in various directions until the clearest signal is received. Fix it with push pins or similar implements in the position that will cause the least amount of distortion. If the reception is not very clear with the attached FM indoor antenna, the use of an outdoor antenna is recommended.

Rotate the outer frame of the antenna.

Press up and hold the lever.

Insert into the hole.

Insert the end of the cord.

Extend the antenna cord.

Release the lever to secure the connection.

AM indoor antenna (aerial)

ANTENNA

Note

Insert one end of the AM antenna (aerial) cord to either of the AM antenna (aerial) connectors and the other end to the other connector. There is no difference between one end of the AM antenna (aerial) cord and the other end, unlike the speaker cables which have positive and negative poles.

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■ Adjusting the position of the AM indoor antenna (aerial)

The AM loop antenna is for indoor use only. Set it in the direction and position where you receive signals clearly. Put it as far away as possible from the TX-L5, televisions, speaker cables, and power cords. When reception is not satisfactory with the attached AM loop antenna alone, connection of an outdoor antenna is recommended.

ANTENNA

Connecting an FM Outdoor Antenna (Aerial)

If the FM reception is not very clear with the supplied antenna (aerial), connect an FM outdoor antenna (aerial) instead of the indoor FM antenna (aerial).

Connecting coaxial cable to a 75/300 ohm antenna (aerial) adapter*

FM outdoor antenna (aerial)

1 Strip the end of the coaxial cable.

15 mm

3mm6

in.

/8 in.

3 Remove the transformer wire A

from slit B and insert it into slit C.

Slit B

Wire A

Slit C

ANTENNA

Connecting 300 ohm ribbon wire to a 75/300 ohm

2 With your fingernail or a small

screwdriver, press the stoppers outward and remove the cover.

4 Insert the end of the cable. 5 Clamp it in place with pliers.

antenna (aerial) adapter*

Loosen the screws and wrap

the wire around these screws. Then tighten the screws with a screwdriver.

Tighten

Loosen

6 Reinstall the cover.

* (European, USA and

Canadian models)

Not supplied

(Other models)

Notes

Supplied

• Install the antenna (aerial) well away from tall buildings and in an area where FM stations can directly be received.

• Keep the antenna (aerial) away from noise sources (neon signs, busy roads, etc.).

• It is dangerous to put the antenna (aerial) close to power lines. Keep it well away from power lines, transformers, etc.

• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is necessary. Follow item 14 of the "Important Safeguards" on page 2 when you

install the outdoor antenna (aerial).

Connecting an AM Outdoor Antenna (Aerial)

An outdoor antenna (aerial) will be more effective if it is stretched horizontally above a window or outside.

Outdoor antenna (aerial)

Leave the supplied AM indoor antenna (aerial) connected.

Note

To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is necessary. Follow item 14 of the "Important Safeguards" on page 2 when you install an outdoor antenna (aerial).

■ Directional Iinkage

Do not use the same antenna (aerial) for both FM and TV (or VCR) reception since the FM and TV (or VCR) signals can interfere with each other. If you must use a common FM/TV (or VCR) antenna (aerial), use a directional linkage type splitter.

Directional linkage type splitter

To AV Receiver To TV (or VCR)

AM indoor antenna (aerial)

ANTENNA

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Connections for remote control (z)

You can use the remote controller of this receiver to operate the z-connected Onkyo DVD player, CD player, MD recorder or cassette tape deck using the z cable provided with them (refer to page 27).

Example: Onkyo DVD Player DV-L5

VIDEO OUTPUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

DIGITAL OUTPUT

MONO

COMPONENT

REMOTE CONTROL

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

ANALOG OUTPUT

• When the DVD player, CD player or MD recorder connected to with the TX-L5 through z cable is turned on, the TX-L5 automatically turns on and selects the source that was turned on. (Auto Power On)

• Turning the TX-L5 off sets the z-connected DVD player, CD player or MD recorder to standby mode. (Auto Power Off)

Notes

MONO

ANALOG OUTPUT

REMOTE CONTROL

Be sure to connect using

z cable

• When the TX-L5 is already on, pressing the play button on the DVD player, CD player, cassette tape deck or MD recorder merely selects the input source that was played. (Direct Change)

the audio connection cable.

SURROUND

VIDEO

AUDIO

DVD/CD

MON

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

DVD/CD

OUT

VIDEO 1

OUT

MD/TAPE

IDEO 2

MON OUT

S VIDEO

SUB WOOFER

REMOTE CONTROL

PRE OUT

ANTENNA

DIGITAL INPUT

DVD

(

)

OPTICAL

(

)

COAXIAL

VIDEO 2

(

OPTICAL

)

SPEAKERS R

CENTER SPEAKER

FRONT SPEAKERS R

• Connect the cassette tape deck to the MD/TAPE jacks. In this case, switch the source from MD to TAPE (refer to page 27).

• Connect the CD player to the DVD/CD jacks. In this case, switch the source from DVD to CD (refer to page 27).

Notes

• Do not connect the Onkyo MD recorder , CD recorder and cassette tape deck with the z cable at the same time. This may lead to unexpected operation.

• Connect the plugs securely.

• Be sure to connect to the z connectors using the z cable.

• The connections on pages 12 and 13 are needed even if z connection is made.

• Do not connect the AV Receiver’s z connector to any component other than an Onkyo product. It

may cause malfunction.

• Certain component models may not be able to control the TX-L5.

AV RECEIVER

DO NOT connect the

TX-L5

power cord (mains lead) at this time.

Incomplete

Insert completely

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Connecting the Power/ Turning on the AV Receiver

Before connecting

• Make sure that all the connections from pages 10 to 16 are complete.

• Turning on the AV Receiver may cause a momentary power surge, which might interfere with other electrical equipment such as computers. If

this happens, use a wall outlet on a different circuit.

Connect the power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet (the mains).

Press POWER switch to switch on the main power.

The shape may differ depending on the region.

The TX-L5 enters standby mode. The STANDBY indicator lights up.

STANDBY/ON

Notes

STANDBY / ON

STANDBY

POWER

OFF

DVD / C D

HD MD / TAPE

VIDEO

PHONES

FM AM

SURROUND STEREO

SUBWOOFER MODE

TUNING/PRESET

MEMORY

FM MODE

VOLUME

INPUT

ACOUSTIC

CONTROL

AV RECEIVER

TX-L

• The TX-L5 is shipped with the main

STANDBY

power ( POWER) switch in the on position (_) ON.

• To switch off the main power, press the POWER switch again.

• The buttons on the remote controller don’t operate if the POWER switch is set to OFF.

Press STANDBY/ON on the AV Receiver or ON on the remote controller.

The AV Receiver turns on. The ON indicator and display on the AV Receiver’s front panel light. At the same time, the STANDBY indicator goes off.

Notes

• When the Onkyo DVD player, CD player, MD recorder and cassette tape deck are z-connected, pressing ON button on the remote controller turns in the z-connected components.

• To turn off the AV Receiver, press STANDBY/ON on the AV Receiver, or STANDBY on the remote controller. The AV Receiver enters standby mode. Be sure to set the volume to minimum before turning off the AV receiver.

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

INPUT SELECTOR

MD/TAPE

HD TUNER

DVD MD

DVD MD Control

TOP MENU

RETURN

SURR MODE

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

TEST TONE

CH SEL

DISTANCE

LATE NIGHT

REMOTE CONTROLLER

1DVD/CD

ENTER

A.CTRL MUTING

VOLUME

SLEEP

DIMMER

DISPLAYVIDEO

2VIDEO

SETUP

PLAY

453

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Speaker Setup

DISPLAYVIDEO

2VIDEO

1DVD/CD

DIMMER

HD TUNER

MD/TAPE

DVD MD

STANDBY

TOP MENU

SETUP

SURR MODE

TEST TONE

DISTANCE

LATE NIGHT

A.CTRL MUTING

VOLUME

CH SEL

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

RETURN

REMOTE CONTROLLER

453

PLAY

SLEEP

INPUT SELECTOR

DVD MD

Control

ENTER

SW MODE

SP SETUP

You need to setup the speaker configuration for the speaker system connected to the SPEAKER teminals. It is not necessary to set the parameters again once you have completed the setup unless you change the speaker configuration.

Note

Speakers setup cannot be done if headphones are connected.

STANDBY / ON

STANDBY

PHONES

POWER

OFF

DVD / C D

HD MD / TAPE

VIDEO

FM AM

SURROUND STEREO

SUBWOOFER MODE

MEMORY

FM MODE

SUBWOOFER MODE

Selecting the number of speaker channels

SP SETUP

Press SP SETUP repeatedly to select the number of channels within 3 seconds.

Front left

Surround left Surround

Display and number of speaker channels

The normal display resumes in 3 seconds

Notes

• The listening mode will automatically change according to the number of channels if you set the number of channels.

• With the first press of SP SETUP, you can check the present setting. Then each press of the button changes the number of channels.

INPUT

TUNING/PRESET

Center

Speaker 5ch

Speaker 2ch

Speaker 3ch

Speaker 4ch

ACOUSTIC

CONTROL

VOLUME

AV RECEIVER

right

TX-L

Front right

Setting the Subwoofer Mode

Unit

SUBWOOFER MODE

Remote controller

SW MODE

Press SUBWOOFER MODE on the unit or SW MODE on the remote controller.

With the first press of the button, you can check the present setting. Then each press of the button changes the subwoofer mode as follows (a tip on how to select the right subwoofer mode is in parentheses):

→ SUBWOOFER OFF

(When no subwoofer is connected)

↓

SUBWOOFER MODE 1 (When you want to enhance the super

bass)

↓

SUBWOOFER MODE 2 (When you want to lower the super

bass)

The normal display resumes in three seconds.

Before starting the procedure below, measure the distances from each speaker to the listening position. For pair speakers such as front left and right speakers, the distance from the listening position to one speaker should be the same as the distance to the other. In the procedure below, select the values which approximate the actual distances.

3, 4

DVD/CD

INPUT SELECTOR

HD TUNER

DVD MD

Control

TOP MENU

RETURN

SURR MODE

TEST TONE

DISTANCE

1, 5

REMOTE CONTROLLER

Setting the Distance From the Listening Position to Each Speaker

SLEEP

DIMMER

STANDBY

DISPLAYVIDEO

2VIDEO

MD/TAPE

DVD MD

ENTER

SETUP

PLAY

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

CH SEL

A.CTRL MUTING

LATE NIGHT

VOLUME

453

2-4

DISTANCE

CH SEL

Press DISTANCE.

The distance entry display for the front left and right speakers appears.

Press 5/∞ to select the front left and right speaker distance.

You can select a distance between 0.3 m and 9 m (1 ft. and 30 ft.).

Press CH SEL, then press 5/∞ repeatedly to select the center speaker distance.

You cannot enter the following distances:

• Distances longer than the distance set for the front speakers.

• Distances shorter than the distance obtained by subtracting “1.5 m (5 ft.)” from the distance entered for the front speakers.

Note

If you selected a speaker configuration with no center speaker on the previous page, this step will be skipped.

CH SEL

DISTANCE

Press CH SEL, then press 5/∞ repeatedly to select the surround left and right speaker distance.

You cannot enter the following distances:

• Distances longer than the distance set for the front speakers.

• Distances shorter than the distance obtained by subtracting “4.5 m (15 ft.)” from the distance entered for the front speakers.

Note

If you selected a speaker configuration with no surround speakers on the previous page, this step will be skipped.

Press DISTANCE.

The normal display resumes.

Speaker Setup

DISPLAYVIDEO

2VIDEO

1DVD/CD

DIMMER

HD TUNER

MD/TAPE

DVD MD

STANDBY

TOP MENU

SETUP

SURR MODE

TEST TONE

DISTANCE

LATE NIGHT

A.CTRL MUTING

VOLUME

CH SEL

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

RETURN

REMOTE CONTROLLER

453

PLAY

SLEEP

INPUT SELECTOR

DVD MD

Control

ENTER

1, 3

Adjust each speaker’s relative volume balance so that the volumes of all speakers’ test tones sound equal at the listening position.

Note

You cannot adjust the volume balance while the muting function is activated.

Adjusting Each Speaker's Relative Volume Balance – Test Tone

TEST TONE

Press TEST TONE.

Each speaker emits the test tone (pink noise) and the display shows the speaker emitting the test tone in the following order:

CH SEL

Press CH SEL repeatedly to select the speaker, then press 5/∞ to adjust the volume level.

The volume level can be adjusted between –12dB and +12dB.

LEFT → CENTER

(Front left) (Center)

↑↓

SUBWOOFER RIGHT

(Subwoofer) (Front right)

↑↓

SURR LEFT ← SURR RIGHT

(Surround left) (Surround right)

TEST TONE

When you have completed the adjustment by repeating step 2, press TEST TONE.

The test tone stops and the normal display resumes.

Note

Even if you don’t press TEST TONE, the test tone will stop after 2 minutes.

Notes

• No test tone will be emitted from the speaker which is not included in the speaker configuration on page 20 even if it is actually connected.

• No test tone will be emitted from the subwoofer when the subwoofer mode is set to “SUBWOOFER OFF”.

Listening to the Radio

TUNING/ PRESET

There are two ways to select radio stations:

• Manual tuning

• Presetting radio stations then selecting the preset channels

FM MODE

STANDBY / ON

STANDBY

PHONES

POWER

OFF

DVD / C D

HD MD / TAPE

VIDEO

FM AM

SURROUND STEREO

SUBWOOFER MODE

MEMORY

FM MODE

TUNING/PRESET

INPUT dial

VOLUME

INPUT

ACOUSTIC CONTROL

AV RECEIVER

TX-L

Tuning Manually

INPUT

VOLUME

TUNING/ PRESET

Turn INPUT dial to select the band (FM or AM).

e.g. When FM is selected.

Turn VOLUME dial to adjust the volume.

Press and hold TUNING/PRESET ™/£ for about 1.5 seconds.

Appears when a broadcast is received.

The corresponding indicator

TUNING/PRESET ™/£

is lit while the input source is FM or AM.

While the frequency is flashing (for about 3 seconds), press TUNING/ PRESET ™/£ to change the frequency.

• The frequency changes each time you press TUNING/PRESET ™/£.

• You can change the frequency as long as the frequency in the display is flashing. Each press of either button causes the frequency to flash for about 3 seconds.

■ Tuning in a weak frequency (only for FM stations)

When you tune in a stereo FM station, the FM STEREO indicator lights up if the signal is sufficiently strong.

VOLUME dial

When the band is FM

Auto tuning starts. The frequency changes in 50 kHz steps. When a broadcast is received, scanning stops and the frequency flashes in the display.

When the band is AM

The frequency changes as follows: – (USA and Canadian models)

In 10 kHz steps

– (Other models)

In 9 kHz steps When you release the button, the frequency stops changing and flashes in the display.

Note

If you press and hold TUNING/PRESET ™/£ short time, the AV receiver enters the selecting preset stations mode. Refer to “Selecting Preset Stations” on page 24.

If the signal is weak, you may not be able to tune to the station. In this case, press FM MODE. The FM MUTE indicator goes off. Then select the station to which you want to listen. (At this time, the station will be in mono and interstation noise will be heard.)

FM MODE

■ Receiving RDS (European models only)

When an Radio Data System (RDS) station broadcasting Program Service Name (PS) information is received, the RDS indicator lights up and the name of the station is displayed.

• RDS reception is only available on the European models, and only in areas where RDS broadcasts are available.

RDS

INPUT

DISPLAYVIDEO

2VIDEO

1DVD/CD

DIMMER

HD TUNER

MD/TAPE

DVD MD

STANDBY

TOP MENU

SETUP

SURR MODE

TEST TONE

A.CTRL MUTING

CH SEL

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

RETURN

PLAY

SLEEP

INPUT SELECTOR

DVD MD Control

ENTER

TUNER

PRESET 5/∞

Listening to the Radio

FM MODE

STANDBY / ON

STANDBY

POWER

OFF

DVD / C D

HD MD / TAPE

VIDEO

PHONES

FM AM

SURROUND STEREO

SUBWOOFER MODE

Presetting Radio Stations

You can preset up to 30 stations.

MEMORY

Tune in the radio station you wish to preset (refer to the previous page).

Press MEMORY.

The MEMORY indicator lights and the preset number starts flashing in the display.

INPUT dial

VOLUME

INPUT

ACOUSTIC

TUNING/PRESET

MEMORY

FM MODE

CONTROL

AV RECEIVER

TX-L5

TUNING/PRESET ™/£MEMORY

Selecting Preset Stations

Before selecting preset stations, you need to preset the radio stations. See “Presetting Radio Stations” on the left column of this page.

Remote controller

TUNER

Unit

Press TUNER on the remote controller or rotate the INPUT dial on the unit to switch the input source to the tuner.

“FM” or “AM” appears in the display. The band selected in this step will not

affect the next step.

Note

When you preset either FM station or AM station only, you cannot switch the band to another band (for example AM to FM) with the remote controller. Turn INPUT dial to select the band.

TUNING/ PRESET

MEMORY

While the MEMORY indicator is lit (for about 8 seconds), press TUNING/PRESET ™/£ to select the preset number.

Press MEMORY.

The radio station is registered to the preset channel.

To register another preset station, repeat steps 1 to 4.

Remote controller

Unit

TUNING/ PRESET

Press PRESET 5/∞ on the remote controller or TUNING/PRESET ™/£ on the unit repeatedly to select the preset number of the desired radio station.

Note

If you press TUNING/PRESET ™/£ on the unit for more than 1.5 seconds, the unit enters the manual tuning mode. See step 2 in “Tuning Manually” on the previous page.

Erasing a Preset Station

Various Functions While Listening to Radio Programs

MEMORY

FM MODE

Select the preset channel you wish to erase (see steps in the previous page).

Press FM MODE while holding down MEMORY.

The selected preset channel will be erased.

To use the following functions, see pages 28 and 29.

• Changing the Display

• Controlling the Brightness of the Lights on the AV receiver

• Muting the Sound

• Listening Through Headphones

• Using the Sleep Timer

Enjoying the Surround Modes While Listening to Radio Programs

See page 30.

Playing the Connected Source

This section shows you how to play the sources connected to the AV Receiver. You may need to see “Connecting to Audio/Video Equipment” on page 12 while following the steps in this section.

STANDBY / ON

STANDBY

POWER

OFF

DVD / C D

HD MD / TAPE

VIDEO

PHONES

FM AM

SURROUND STEREO

SUBWOOFER MODE

TUNING/PRESET

MEMORY

FM MODE

VOLUME

INPUT

ACOUSTIC CONTROL

AV RECEIVER

DVD/CD

INPUT SELECTOR

Remote controller

VIDEO

MD/TAPE

Unit

INPUT

Press INPUT SELECTOR on the remote controller or turn the INPUT

dial on the unit to select one of the following input sources:

• DVD/CD

• VIDEO 1

• VIDEO 2

• HD

• MD/TAPE

e.g. When VIDEO 1 is selected.

DISPLAYVIDEO

2VIDEO

DVD/CD

INPUT SELECTOR

TX-L

HD TUNER

DVD MD

Control

TOP MENU

RETURN

SURR MODE

TEST TONE

DISTANCE

MD/TAPE

DVD MD

ENTER

SETUP

PLAY

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

CH SEL

A.CTRL MUTING

LATE NIGHT

VOLUME

■ About digital sound

If the equipment is digitally connected to the AV Receiver, the sound from the digital input will automatically be selected and reproduced instead of the analog sound as explained below.

• When the DVD source is selected, the digital sound from the DVD DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL) connector is reproduced.

• When the VIDEO 2 source is selected, the digital sound from the VIDEO 2 DIGITAL INPUT (COAXIAL) connector is reproduced.

• When the HD source is selected, the digital sound from the HD DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL) connector is reproduced.

When the digital sound is reproduced, the ŸDIGITAL, DTS, or PCM DIGITAL (2 channel digital stereo) indicator lights up according to the received sound system in the AV receiver’s display.

Remote controller

VOLUME

Unit

VOLUME

DVD / C D

VIDEO

HD MD / TAPE

FM AM

Press VOLUME 5/∞ on the remote controller or turn VOLUME dial to adjust the volume.

Start playing the selected source.

PCM DIGITAL

Ÿ DIGITAL

DTS

Note

The AV receiver only reproduces PCM, DOLBY DIGITAL and DTS sound formats from connected equipment.

Enjoying the picture with the sound of another source

Play the DVD, VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 source and select MD/ TAPE, HD, FM or AM. Then you can enjoy the picture and the sound from the selected input source at the same time.

Various Functions While Playing the Connected Source

To use the following functions, see pages 28 and 29.

• Changing the Display

• Controlling the Brightness of the Lights on the AV receiver

• Muting the Sound

• Listening Through Headphones

• Using the Sleep Timer

Enjoying the Surround Modes While Playing the Connected Source

See page 30.

Operating the DVD player/CD player/MD recorder/Cassette Tape Deck With the Supplied Remote Controller

■ To operate the Onkyo DVD player/CD player

First, connect the DVD player or CD player to the AV Receiver with the z cable (see page 18). When the CD player is connected to the DVD/CD jacks, switch the source (see below). Point the remote controller toward want to operate this equipment.

Press DVD first.

STANDBY

VIDEO

DVD/CD

INPUT SELECTOR

HD TUNER

MD/TAPE

DVD MD

DVD MD Control

Top menu (DVD only)

5/∞/2/3 (DVD only)

Return (DVD only)

Pause

Stop

Fast Reverse/ Fast Forward

TOP MENU

RETURN

SURR MODE

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

the AV Receiver when you

SLEEP

DIMMER

DISPLAYVIDEO

ENTER

SETUP

PLAY

DVD

Menu (DVD only)

Enter (DVD only)

Setup (DVD only)

Play

Down/Up

■ To operate the Onkyo MD recorder/cassette tape deck

First, connect the MD recorder or cassette tape deck to the AV Receiver with the z cable (see page 18). When the cassette tape deck is connected to the MD/TAPE jacks, switch the source (see below). Point the remote controller toward the AV Receiver when you want to operate this equipment.

Press MD first.

SLEEP

DIMMER

DISPLAYVIDEO

SETUP

Play

PLAY

Play

Down/Up

––

Stop/Cancel

Stop

Pause

Reverse play

Fast Reverse/

Fast Forward

Rewind/

Fast Forward

STANDBY

VIDEO

DVD/CD

HD TUNER

DVD MD

Control

TOP MENU

RETURN

SURR MODE

INPUT SELECTOR

MD/TAPE

DVD MD

ENTER

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

Upper: MD recorder

Lower: Cassette tape deck

■ Switch the source from MD to TAPE/Switch the source from DVD to CD

You can set the AV receiver to show “TAPE” when the MD/ TAPE source is selected by pressing MD/TAPE on the remote controller or turning the INPUT dial on the unit. In the same way, you can set the AV receiver to show “CD” when the DVD/ CD source is selected. This setting is needed to make the z system control effective among the Onkyo cassette tape deck, MD recorder, DVD player and CD player.

To switch the source from MD to TAPE (or from DVD to CD)

1 Press MD/TAPE (or DVD/CD) to select the input source. 2 Press and hold MD/TAPE (or DVD/CD) on the remote

controller until the display changes (for about 2 seconds).

To restore the display

Press and hold MD/TAPE (or DVD/CD) on the remote controller until the display changes (for about 2 seconds).

DVD/CD

MD/TAPE

STANDBY

VIDEO

INPUT SELECTOR

HD TUNER

MD/TAPE

DVD MD

DVD MD Control

TOP MENU

RETURN

SURR MODE

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

SLEEP

DIMMER

DISPLAYVIDEO

1DVD/CD

ENTER

SETUP

PLAY

Various Functions Common to all the Sources

Changing the Display

Remote

controller only

DISPLAY

When an input source other than FM or AM is selected:

Press DISPLAY once to initiate the program format display. Pressing the button again switches the display to the other display.

Input source + volume

Program format*

Input source + Listening mode

* If the input signal does not have a program format, then this will

be skipped. The format display returns to the previous display after the format display has lasted for about 5 seconds ( )

Press DISPLAY.

Each time you press DISPLAY, the screen changes as follows:

Controlling the Brightness of the Lights on the AV Receiver

Remote

controller only

DIMMER

Note

If you connect the Onkyo DV-L5 or MD-2000 using z cable, these components also changes the brightness.

Press DIMMER.

Each press of the button changes the brightness as follows:

→1. The display becomes less bright.

↓

2. The display is dimmed.

↓

3. The display is dimmed, and the indicators other than the ON indicator on the AV Receiver’s front panel go off.

↓

4. The display becomes bright and the indicators on the AV receiver’s front panel turn on.

When FM or AM is selected as the input source:

FM/AM frequency + Preset no.

FM/AM + Listening mode

When an RDS station broadcasting PS information is settled as the input source (European models only):

Press the DISPLAY once to initiate the frequency display. Pressing the button again switches the display to the other display.

Program Service Name + Preset no.

FM frequency + Preset no.*

FM + Listening mode

* The frequency display returns to the previous display after the

frequency display has lasted for about 5 seconds ( ).

STANDBY / ON

DISPLAYVIDEO

VIDEO

1DVD/CD

DIMMER

HD TUNER

MD/TAPE

DVD MD

STANDBY

TOP MENU

SETUP

SURR MODE

TEST TONE

DISTANCE

LATE NIGHT

A.CTRL MUTING

VOLUME

CH SEL

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

RETURN

REMOTE CONTROLLER

453

PLAY

SLEEP

INPUT SELECTOR

DVD MD

Control

ENTER

DIMMER SLEEP DISPLAY

MUTING

STANDBY

PHONES

POWER

OFF

DVD / C D

HD MD / TAPE

VIDEO

FM AM

SURROUND STEREO

SUBWOOFER MODE

TUNING/PRESET

MEMORY

FM MODE

VOLUME

INPUT

ACOUSTIC CONTROL

AV RECEIVER

TX-L

PHONES jack VOLUME dial

Muting the Sound

Remote

controller only

MUTING

Note

If you turn off the unit during muting, and turn it on again, the sound will be restored.

Press MUTING.

The MUTING indicator flashes in the display during the muting mode.

To restore the sound, press MUTING again.

Listening Through Headphones

Connect the plug of the stereo headphones to the PHONES jack on the AV Receiver.

STANDBY / ON

STANDBY

PHONES

POWER

OFF

Using the Sleep Timer

Remote

controller only

SLEEP

■ Checking the remaining time

Press SLEEP while the Sleep Timer is On. The remaining time is displayed.

If you press SLEEP while the remaining time is displayed, the remaining time is reduced by 10 minutes.

Canceling the Sleep Timer

Press SLEEP repeatedly until the SLEEP indicator goes off.

Press SLEEP.

“SLEEP 90 MIN” appears in the multipurpose display for about 5 seconds, which means the AV Receiver will turn off and enter standby mode in 90 minutes. Also the SLEEP indicator is lit in the display while the sleep timer is On.

SLEEP indicator

Each press of the button makes the remaining time shorter by 10 minutes.

Notes

• The speakers will not reproduce sound while headphones are connected.

• The listening mode is set to “STEREO” after connecting the headphones to the PHONES jack. When you disconnect the headphones, the listening mode returns to the previous mode.

Enjoying the Surround Modes

The surround sound of the AV Receiver enables you to enjoy the presence of a movie theater or concert hall in your room. Before using any surround mode, make sure the Speaker Setup configurations have been set (see page 20). The speaker configuration is very important for the surround sound. See "Connecting Speakers" on page 15 and "Positioning Speakers" on page 14. Following are the sound systems the AV Receiver can reproduce.

■ DOLBY DIGITAL Surround, DTS (Digital Theater System) Surround

This 5.1-channel digital surround format enables you to individually record and play five full-range (20 Hz-20 kHz) channels (left and right front, center, two surround channels) plus an LFE channel (Low Frequency Effect) for the low-range effect sound. It will create a realistic sound that could be heard in the theaters and concert halls.

DOLBY DIGITAL

Select this option when you play a DVD video that has a mark.

DTS

Select this option when you play a DVD player, LD, or CD that has a

mark.

■ Analog/PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) surround

Analog sources include the audio records, AM/FM broadcasting and cassette tapes. The PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) signal is a kind of digital audio signal, which is recorded directly on CD or DVD without being compressed. When an analog or PCM source is played, you can enjoy unique surround modes to Onkyo as listed below.

ORCHESTRA

This mode is suitable for classical and opera music. The center channel is cut and the surround channels are emphasized to widen the stereo image. It simulates a natural reverberation as created in a large hall.

UNPLUGGED

This mode is suitable for acoustic instrumental sounds, vocals, and jazz music. By emphasizing the front stereo image, it simulates the acoustics in front of the stage.

STUDIO-MIX

This mode is suitable for rock and popular music. Lively sounds with a powerful acoustic image will make you feel as if you are in a club.

TV LOGIC

This mode offers the realistic acoustics of a TV program being aired in the TV studio. It enhances the entire surround sound and clarity of conversation.

■ DOLBY PRO LOGIC II surround

This is a 5-channel surround system of a new generation, casting a bridge between the previous 4-channel (Left/Right Front, Center and monaural surround channels) Pro Logic surround and 5.1-channel Dolby Digital surround. Dolby Pro Logic II provides the MOVIE mode optimized for viewing movies and the MUSIC mode optimized for listening to music. In the MOVIE mode, the surround channel, which has been monaural and based on narrow band, is reproduced in stereo so that the feeling of movement in the played movies is more enhanced. In the MUSIC mode, the surround channel reproduces natural sound field even with 2-channel music sources. The MOVIE mode allows you to enjoy VHS and DVD software carrying the broadcast programs. The MUSIC mode allows you to enjoy stereo music from CD, etc.

marking as well as some of TV

ALL CH ST (All Channel Stereo)

This mode is useful for background music. The front and surround channels will create a stereo image.

Notes on DTS

• If you play a CD or LD that supports DTS, you may hear a noise for a short while until the DTS decoder recognizes the DTS encoded signal and starts operating. This is not a malfunction.

• If you press the pause or skip button on the player while playing a DTS source, a short noise may be heard. This is not a malfunction.

• The DTS indicator on the TX-L5 lights up while it plays the DTS source. When playback concludes and the DTS signal transmission stops, the TX-L5 remains in DTS mode and the DTS indicator remains lit. This prevents noise when you operate the pause or skip button on the player. Therefore, if the source

• Some CD players and LD players may be unable to play DTS sources correctly even if you connect the player to the TX-L5 digitally. This is because the digital signal has been processed (such as the output level, sampling frequency, frequency response, etc.), and the TX-L5 cannot recognize the signal as DTS data. Therefore, you may hear noise when you play a DTS source while processing the signal.

• The MD/TAPE OUT, HD OUT or VIDEO 1 OUT jacks of the TX-L5 output analog audio. Do not record CDs or LDs that support DTS using these jacks. Otherwise, you will record a DTS encoded signal as noise.

switches from the DTS signal to the PCM signal immediately, the PCM signal may not be played. In this case, stop the playback of the source on the player for about 3 seconds, then resume playback.

Relationship between input sources and surround modes

The surround modes that can be selected are variable depending on the signal formats employed with the input sources.

other source

Video DVD

LD*

DTS

Video DVD

Audio CD

Input source signal format

source software

Analog/PCM*

Cassette tape

Audio CD Video CD

Record

2-channel source

Video DVD

LD*

Dolby Digital*

Listening mode

STEREO*

HD recorder

●●●●

DOLBY D ●

Surround mode

DTS ● PL II MOVIE ●● PL II MUSIC ●● ORCHESTRA ●

Onkyo’s

surround

mode*

UNPLUGGED ● STUDIO-MIX ●

TV LOGIC ● ALL CH STEREO ●

*1Only STEREO can be selected when SP SETUP is set to 2 ch or when headphones are used. *2These modes cannot be selected when SP SETUP is set to 2 ch or 3 ch. *3Only STEREO can be selected when the PCM source has been recorded with a sampling rate 96 kHz. *4Only DOLBY D (PL II if the source is a 2-channel source) or STEREO can be selected when Dolby Digital

surround audio is reproduced.

*5If you have an LD player with AC-RF output, connect it via a AC-RF demodulator to one of the TX-L5’s DIGITAL

INPUT terminals.

Enjoying the Surround Modes

DISPLAYVIDEO

VIDEO

1DVD/CD

DIMMER

HD TUNER

MD/TAPE

DVD MD

STANDBY

TOP MENU

SETUP

SURR MODE

TEST TONE

DISTANCE

LATE NIGHT

A.CTRL MUTING

VOLUME

CH SEL

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

RETURN

REMOTE CONTROLLER

453

PLAY

SLEEP

INPUT SELECTOR

DVD MD Control

ENTER

SURR MODE

STEREO

STANDBY / ON

STANDBY

POWER

OFF

DVD / C D

HD MD / TAPE

1 VIDEO 2

VIDEO

PHONES

FM AM

SURROUND STEREO

SUBWOOFER MODE

MEMORY

FM MODE

TUNING/PRESET

INPUT

ACOUSTIC CONTROL

SURROUND STEREO

Using Dolby Pro Logic II/ Onkyo’s Original DSP Modes

See “Relationship between input sources and surround modes” on page 31.

Remote controller

SURR MODE

Unit

SURROUND

Press SURR MODE on the remote controller or SURROUND on the unit to choose “PL II” or the DSP mode.

The current listening mode appears in the display when the button is pressed once, then each press of the button changes the listening mode as follows:

DSP indicator

VOLUME

AV RECEIVER

TX-L5

Changing the Sound to Stereo

Remote controller

STEREO

Unit

STEREO

Press STEREO.

In the display, “STEREO” appears and the STEREO indicator lights up.

STEREO indicator

PL II MOVIE → PL II MUSIC

↑↓

ALL CH ST ORCHESTRA

↑↓

TV LOGIC UNPLUGGED

↑↓

STUDIO-MIX

About Dolby Pro Logic II

• Suitable for Dolby Surround sources.

• In the display, “PL II MOVIE” or “PL II

MUSIC” appears and the Ÿ PRO LOGIC II indicator lights up.

• Skipped if “SPEAKER 2 ch” is selected on page 20.

Ÿ PRO LOGIC II indicator

TEST TONE

Adjusting Each Speaker's Relative Volume Balance Temporarily

You can readjust each speaker's relative volume balance according to your preference while listening to the sound. The adjusted values will return to the values set on page 22 when the AV Receiver enters standby mode, or the main power is switched off unless you save the values.

Note

You cannot adjust the volume balance while the muting function is activated.

1, 2

STANDBY

INPUT SELECTOR

HD TUNER

MD/TAPE

DVD MD

DVD MD Control

TOP MENU

RETURN

SURR MODE

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

TEST TONE

CH SEL

DISTANCE

LATE NIGHT

REMOTE CONTROLLER

1DVD/CD

ENTER

VOLUME

SLEEP

DIMMER

DISPLAYVIDEO

2VIDEO

SETUP

PLAY

A.CTRL MUTING

453

CH SEL

(Checking each speaker’s relative volume balance)

While playing the source, press CH SEL repeatedly.

Each press of the button changes the speaker which outputs the sound and the selected speaker appears in the display in the following order:

LEFT (Front left ch.)

↓

CENTER (Center ch.)

↓

RIGHT (Front right ch.)

↓

SURR RIGHT (Surround right ch.)

↓

SURR LEFT (Surround left ch.)

↓

SUBWOOFER (Subwoofer)

↓

Speaker volume adjustment mode off

CH SEL

(Adjusting each speaker’s relative volume balance)

Press CH SEL repeatedly to select the speaker, then press 5/∞ to

adjust the volume level.

The volume level can be adjusted between –12dB and +12dB.

Repeat this step to change another speaker’s volume balance.

■ Saving the adjusted values

TEST TONE

Press TEST TONE.

Note

Any speaker that is not included in the speaker configuration on page 20 is not selected even if it is actually connected.

Enjoying the Surround Modes

Using the LATE NIGHT Function

The LATE NIGHT function operates when the sound is DOLBY DIGITAL Surround. Cinema sound has a vast dynamic range; therefore, to hear the quieter sounds such as human conversations, they must be played back at larger volumes. When this function is set to HIGH or LOW, the dynamic range of the sound is narrowed down to allow you to easily hear minute sounds at low volumes. This function is especially useful if you wish to play a movie at low volumes during the nighttime.

DVD MD

DVD MD Control

LATE NIGHT

TOP MENU

RETURN

SURR MODE

TEST TONE

DISTANCE

LATE NIGHT

REMOTE CONTROLLER

Press LATE NIGHT.

The current setting appears in the display. To change the setting, press the button

repeatedly while the current setting is displayed.

ENTER

SETUP

PLAY

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

CH SEL

A.CTRL MUTING

LATE NIGHT

VOLUME

453

Boosting the Super Bass Sounds/High Frequency Sounds – Acoustic Control

You can enjoy more dynamic sounds by boosting the super bass/high frequency sounds, even with decreased volume.

DVD MD

DVD / C D

HD MD / TAPE

VIDEO

FM AM

SURROUND STEREO

Remote controller

A.CTRL

Unit

ACOUSTIC CONTROL

VOLUME

INPUT

ACOUSTIC

SUBWOOFER MODE

TUNING/PRESET

MEMORY

FM MODE

CONTROL

AV RECEIVER

ACOUSTIC CONTROL button/indicator

A.CTRL

Press A.CTRL on the remote controller or ACOUSTIC CONTROL on the unit.

Each press of the button changes the acoustic mode as follows:

→ “A.CONTROL OFF” appears in the

display and the ACOUSTIC CONTROL indicator goes off.

DVD MD

Control

TOP MENU

RETURN

STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE

SURR MODE

TEST TONE

CH SEL

DISTANCE

LATE NIGHT

REMOTE CONTROLLER

ENTER

PLAY

A.CTRL MUTING

VOLUME

TX-L

SETUP

453

• When the button is pressed while DOLBY DIGITAL Surround sound is being reproduced

“LATE NIGHT = LOW”, “LATE NIGHT = HIGH” or “LATE NIGHT = OFF” can be selected.

OFF: Turns off the Late Night function. LOW: Narrows the dynamic range.

Narrows the dynamic range more.

HIGH:

Notes

• The LATE NIGHT effect is determined by each DOLBY DIGITAL sound source. Some sources may produce little or no effect.

• The LATE NIGHT function is not available when reproducing source other than Dolby Digital audio. “NOT AVAILABLE” appears in the display.

• If you turn off the unit and turn it on again, the LATE NIGHT function is set to “LATE NIGHT OFF”.

↓

“A.CONTROL 1” appears in the display and the ACOUSTIC CONTROL indicator on the unit lights up.

The super bass sounds from the front speakers are boosted.

↓

“A.CONTROL 2” appears in

ACOUSTIC CONTROL

the display and the ACOUSTIC CONTROL indicator on the unit lights up.

The super bass sounds from the front speakers are further reinforced and the high frequency sounds are also reinforced.

Note

Press ACOUSTIC CONTROL on the unit or A.CTRL on the remote controller to check the setting of acoustic control while the dimmer function operates, The current setting appears in the display.

Recording a source

To record the input source signal you are currently watching or listening to

Recording of video and/or audio signals can be performed on the components connected to the VIDEO 1 OUT, HD OUT (audio only) and MD/TAPE OUT (audio only) jacks.

VOLUME

TUNING/PRESET

INPUT

ACOUSTIC CONTROL

AV RECEIVER

INPUT

SELECTOR

TX-L

SLEEP

DIMMER

STANDBY

DISPLAYVIDEO

2VIDEO

DVD/CD

INPUT SELECTOR

HD TUNER

DVD MD

Control

TOP MENU

RETURN

MD/TAPE

DVD MD

ENTER

SETUP

PLAY

DVD / C D

HD MD / TAPE

VIDEO

FM AM

SURROUND STEREO

Remote controller

DVD/CD

INPUT SELECTOR

VIDEO

MD/TAPE

Unit

INPUT

VIDEO

SUBWOOFER MODE

MEMORY

FM MODE

INPUT dial

Press an input selector button to select the input source to record.

The input source is now selected and you may watch or listen to it as desired. The currently selected input source signal to the VIDEO 1 OUT, HD OUT and MD/TAPE OUT outputs for recording.

Recording the video from one source and the audio from another

You can add the sound from one source to the video of another source to make your own video recordings. Below is an example of recording the sound from a MD player connected to MD/TAPE L/R jacks and the video from a video camera connected to VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO jack to video cassette tape in a video cassette recorder connected to the VIDEO 1 OUT L/R and VIDEO jacks.

Video

camera

MON

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

DVD/C D

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

DVD/C D

OUT

Video cassette

recorder

Insert a MD in the MD player and insert a tape in the video camera connected to the VIDEO 2.

Insert a video tape for recording in the video cassette recorder connected to VIDEO 1 OUT.

DVD/CD

INPUT SELECTOR

VIDEO

MD/TAPE

Press VIDEO 2 on the remote controller.

VIDEO

OUT

DVD/CD

VIDEO 1

OUT

MD/TAPE

MD player

Start recording at the recording component as desired.

Notes:

• You can record analog audio, but not digital audio. Make sure that you have made a correct analog connection.

• If you change the input source during recording, you will record the signals from the newly selected input source.

• You cannot record the surround effects.

DVD/CD

INPUT SELECTOR

VIDEO

MD/TAPE

Press MD/TAPE on the remote controller.

VIDEO

This switches the audio output to MD, but the video output remains VIDEO 2 that has been selected in step 3.

Start recording on the video cassette recorder and start playing at the MD player and video camera as desired.

The recorded video signal becomes the output from the video camera and recorded audio signal becomes that from the MD player.

Notes

• You can record analog audio, but not digital audio. Make sure that you have made a correct analog connection.

• If you change the input source during recording, you will record the audio signals from the newly selected input source and the video signals assigned to that input source.

• You cannot record the surround effects.

Troubleshooting

Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. Refer also to the respective instruction manuals of the connected components and TV.

Symptoms

The AV receiver doesn’t switch on.

No sound is reproduced.

No sound or very little sound is reproduced from the center speaker.

Amplifier

No picture appears on the TV screen.

The sound of the playback source is not heard.

The buttons on the remote controller and AV receiver do not operate.

Causes

• The power cord (mains lead) is disconnected.

• The main power is set to OFF.

• There is external noise interfering with the

computer circuits of the AV receiver.

• The AC fuse is blown.

• The muting function is activated.

• The AV receiver is not properly

connected.

• Headphones are connected.

• The speakers are not properly connected.

• The listening mode is set to “STEREO” or “ORCHESTRA.”

• The volume level of the center speaker (“CENTER”) is set to minimum.

• A speaker configuration without the center

speaker is selected.

Center speaker is not connected when the

•

speaker configuration is set 3 ch or 5 ch.

• The TV is not set to receive the output signals from the AV receiver.

• The video cable is not connected securely.

• Only the S video connection is made.

• Another input source is selected.

• Power supply fluctuations or other

abnormalities such as static electricity may interrupt correct operation.

Remedies

• Check the connection of the power cord (mains lead).

• Turn on the main power.

• Switch off the main power, then switch it on

again. If not recovered, disconnect the power cord (mains lead), then connect it again.

• Contact your nearest Onkyo service center.

• Deactivate the muting function.

• Check the connections to the AV receiver.

• Decrease the volume, then disconnect the

headphones.

• Check the speaker connections.

• No sound is reproduced from the center

speaker when the listening mode is

“STEREO” or “ORCHESTRA.”

• Adjust the volume level of the center

speaker.

• Check that the selected speaker configuration includes the center speaker.

• Check the connection between the AV receiver and the speaker, or set the speaker configuration to the 2 ch or 4 ch.

• Set the TV to the AV receiver’s input.

• Check the connections between the AV

receiver and TV set.

• Also make video connection.

• Select the appropriate input source.

• Switch off the main power, then switch it on

again. If not recovered, disconnect the power cord (mains lead), then connect it again.

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15 30

22, 33

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12-13 26

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The buttons on the AV receiver operate but the buttons on the remote controller do not operate.

Remote controller

• A wrong DVD•MD control button is pressed.

• No batteries are inserted in the remote controller.

• The batteries are worn out.

• The remote controller is not pointed at the

remote sensor of the AV receiver.

• The remote controller is too far from the AV receiver.

• Press the appropriate DVD•MD control button.

• Insert new batteries.

• Replace with new batteries.

• Point the remote controller at the remote

sensor of the AV receiver.

• Operate the remote controller within 5 m (16 feet).

7 7

Symptoms

Too much noise is heard or sound is interrupted occasionally. (The FM STEREO indicator does not light steadily.)

Sound is distorted or sound volume decreases.

TunerRecording

Sound is excessively distorted.

No preset channels are selected.

Causes

• FM stereo waves may produce a hiss noise when a certain level is reached.

• The position or direction of the FM antenna (aerial) is incorrect.

• The station is too weak.

• The radio wave is distorted.

• Cars are running or airplanes are flying

near the house.

• There is a tall building or a mountain nearby.

[The waves transmitted from the transmission center (direct waves) and the waved reflected by buildings or mountains (diffraction waves) interfere with each other causing multi pass distortion.]

• The power cord (mains lead) is unplugged,

or the main power is switched off, for a long time.

Remedies

• Switch the frequency receiving mode to mono.

• Adjust the position, height, and direction of the FM antenna (aerial).

• Connect an FM outdoor antenna (aerial). Try to use an antenna (aerial) with more elements. [For installation of the outdoor antenna (aerial), consult your nearest dealer as it requires special skills and experience.]

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–

• The preset data in memory is lost. Preset

the radio stations again.

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Sound is reproduced from the speakers but not recorded.

• The sound system you are trying to record is DTS Surround.

• DTS Surround sound is unable to be recorded.

• Make an analog connection.

This unit contains a sensitive microcomputer, which under certain circumstances might fail to operate due to excessive noise interference. If this happens, press the AV receiver’s SUBWOOFER MODE button and

STANDBY/ON button at the same time until “Clear” appears in the AV receiver’s display. The AV receiver turns into the standby mode, then all the custom settings in the AV receiver’s memory will be erased. Please repeat the custom settings from the beginning.

Specifications

AMPLIFIER SECTION

Power Output (FTC) All channels 22 watts per channel min.

RMS. into 6 ohms two channel driven, 1,000 Hz with no more than 0.6 % total harmonic distortion.

Continuous power output (DIN)

Maximun power output (EIAJ)

Dynamic power output 2 × 26 watts at 6 ohms

Total Harmonic Distortion 0.6 % at rated power IM Distortion 0.6 % at rated power Damping Factor 40 at 8 ohms Input Sensitivity and Impedance

DIGITAL INPUT DVD, HD (OPTICAL) 0.5 Vp-p, 75 ohms DIGITAL INPUT VIDEO 2 (COAXIAL) 0.5 Vp-p, 75 ohms LINE (DVD/CD, VIDEO 1, 2, HD, TAPE/MD) Composite (DVD/CD, VIDEO 1, 2) 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms S-VIDEO (DVD/CD, VIDEO 1, 2) Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms

All channels 22 watts per channel min. RMS. into 6 ohms two channel driven, 1,000 Hz

5 × 28 watts at 6 ohms

2 × 22 watts at 8 ohms

150 mV/50 kohms

C: 0.28 Vp-p, 75 ohms

TUNER SECTION

Tuning Range FM: 87.50 to 108.00 MHz (50 kHz steps)

Usable Sensitivity FM: Mono 11.2 dBf, 1.0 µV (75 ohms IHF)

50 dB Quieting Sensitivity FM: Mono 17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 ohms)

Capture Ratio FM: 2.0 dB Image Rejection Ratio FM: (USA and Canadian models)

IF Rejection Ratio FM: 90 dB

Signal-to-noise Ratio FM: Mono 76 dB, IHF

Alternate Channel Att. (+/– 400 kHz) FM: Mono 55 dB, IHF Selectivity FM: 50 dB, DIN AM Suppression Ratio FM: 50 dB Harmonic Distortion FM: Mono 0.2 %

Frequency response FM: 30 to 15,000 Hz (+/– 1.0 dB) Stereo Separation FM: 45 dB at 1,000 Hz

Stereo Threshold FM: 17.2 dBf, 20 µV (75 ohms)

AM: (USA and Canadian models)

530 to 1710 kHz (10 kHz steps)

Stereo 17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 ohms IHF)

AM: 30 µV

Stereo 37.2 dBf, 20.0 µV (75 ohms)

40 dB

AM: 40 dB

Stereo 70 dB, IHF

AM: 40 dB

Stereo 0.3 %

AM: 0.7 %

30 dB at 100 to 10,000 Hz

Output Level and Impedance

REC OUT (VIDEO 1, TAPE/MD, HD) 150 mV, 2.2 kohms SUB WOOFER PRE OUT 1 V, 2.2 kohms Composite (MON OUT, VIDEO 1) 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms S-VIDEO (MON OUT, VIDEO 1) Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms

Frequency Response 10 to 70,000 Hz : +/– 1.5 dB Acoustic Control 1: +6 dB at 40 Hz

Signal-to-noise Ratio 100 dB (IHF) Muting –∞ dB

(Other models) 522 to 1611 kHz (9 kHz steps)

0.9 µV (75 ohms DIN)

23 µV (75 ohms DIN)

(Other models) 85 dB

C: 0.28 Vp-p, 75 ohms

2: +10 dB at 40 Hz

+7 dB at 10,000 Hz

GENERAL

Power Supply Rating (USA and Canadian models) and Power Consumption AC 120 V, 60Hz 120W

(Some Asian models) AC 220-230 V, 50/60Hz 105W

(Other models) AC 230-240 V, 50Hz 105W

Specifications and features are subject to change without notice.

Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight 6.1 kg (13.4 lb.)

435 × 81 × 377 mm (17-1/8 × 3-3/16 × 14-13/16 ins.)

Memo

http://www.onkyo.co.jp/

HOMEPAGE

Sales & Product Planning Div. : 2-1, Nisshin-cho, Neyagawa-shi, OSAKA 572-8540, JAPAN Tel: 072-831-8111 Fax: 072-833-5222 http://www.onkyo-intl.com

ONKYO U.S.A. CORPORATION

18 Park Way, Upper Saddle River, N.J. 07458, U.S.A. Tel: 201-785-2600 Fax: 201-785-2650 http://www.onkyousa.com

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH

Liegnitzerstrasse 6, 82194 Groebenzell, GERMANY Tel: +49-8142-4401-0 Fax: +49-8142-4401-555 http://www.onkyo.net

ONKYO CHINA LIMITED

Units 2102-2107, Metroplaza Tower I, 223 Hing Fong Road, Kwai Chung, N.T., HONG KONG Tel: 852-2429-3118 Fax: 852-2428-9039 http://www.onkyochina.com

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