Onkyo TX NR5100 Instruction Manual

Instruction Manual

AV RECEIVER

TX-NR5100

Table of contents

Firmware Update

Speaker Layout

Troubleshooting

Main Room

Supplementary Information

Zone B

Speaker Connections

Reducing the Power Consumption in Standby

State

When the following functions are enabled, the power consumption in

standby state increases. To reduce the power consumption in standby state,

check each setting and set the functions to "Off".

– HDMI CEC ( →p105)

– HDMI Standby Through ( →p105)

– USB Power Out at Standby ( →p112)

– Network Standby ( →p112)

– Bluetooth Wakeup ( →p113)

Detailed contents (Next page)

Before starting the procedure	6
Firmware Update	7
Update Information of the firmware	7
Firmware Update Procedure	7
Part Names	10
Front Panel	10
Display	12
Rear Panel	13
Remote Controller	15
Inputting Characters	17
Speaker Layout

The listening room and the speaker layout	19
3.1 Channel System	20
5.1 Channel System	21
7.1 Channel System	22
3.1.2 Channel System	23
5.1.2 Channel System	24
Speaker Installation

Speaker Connections

Speakers you can use with this unit and cable
connections	31

Connections

Notes regarding connections with HDMI cables	45
Connections	45
Connecting the TV	46
To ARC/eARC TV	46
To Non-ARC TV	46
Connecting the SUB Monitor	47
SUB Monitor	47
Connecting Playback Devices	48
Connecting an AV Component with HDMI Jack	48
Connecting an Audio Component	49
Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room
(ZONE B connection)	50
Connecting an Integrated Amplifier (ZONE B)	50
Connecting Antennas	51
Network Connection	52
Connecting the Power Cord	53
Playback

Playing audio from an externally connected device	55
Basic Operations	55
BLUETOOTH® Playback	56
Playing audio from BLUETOOTH wireless technology
enabled devices with this unit	56

Transmitting audio from this unit to BLUETOOTH		Playing TIDAL	74
wireless technology enabled devices	57	Connecting the Sonos System for Playback	75
Listening To the Radio	59	Necessary Equipment	75
Listening To the AM/FM Radio	59	How to Connect This Unit and Sonos Connect	75
Presetting a Radio Station	61	Setting Up	75
Listening Mode	62	Playing Sonos on This Unit	76
Selecting a Listening mode	62	Internet Radio	77
Quick Menu	64	Playing Back	77
Menu operations	64	Playing different audio and video	79
Spotify	66	Displaying Your Favorite Video on TV While Playing
AirPlay®	67	Music	79
Basic Operations	67	USB Storage Device	80
Playing Back on multiple devices (AirPlay2)	68	Supported Audio Formats	80
DTS Play-Fi®	69	USB Storage Device Requirements	80
Playing Back	69	Playing music files saved on a USB storage device	81
Amazon Alexa	70	Music Server	83
Registering this unit with an Amazon account	70	Supported Audio Formats	83
Operating this unit	71	Windows Media® Player 12 settings	83
Amazon Music	72	Playing Back	84
Registering This Unit with Amazon Music	72	Play Queue	86
Playing Amazon Music using the Onkyo Controller	73	Adding Play Queue Information	86
Playing Amazon Music using the remote controller	73	Sort and Delete	86
TIDAL	74	Playing Back	87
Registering this unit with TIDAL	74

Connecting a transmitter for playback

Connections

Playing Back

Setup

Setup Menu

Menu list

1.Input/Output Assign

2.Speaker

3.Audio Adjust

4.Source

5.Hardware

6.Miscellaneous

Web Setup

Menu operations

Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard

Operations

Onkyo Controller

Main features

Initial Setup

Troubleshooting

When the unit is operating erratically Troubleshooting

88		Appendix
88

		Speaker Layouts and Selectable Listening Modes	136
88		Speaker Layouts and Selectable Listening Modes	136
88		LISTENING MODE buttons and Selectable Listening
		LISTENING MODE buttons and Selectable Listening
		Modes	139
90		Input Formats and Selectable Listening Modes	141
90		Listening Mode Effects	145
92		Speaker combinations	150
96	General Specifications		151

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105

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120

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Before starting the procedure

What's in the box

1.Main unit (1)

2.Remote controller (RC-986R) (1), Batteries (AAA/R03) (2)

3.Speaker setup microphone (1)

•Used during Initial Setup.

4.Indoor FM antenna (1)

5.AM loop antenna (1)

•Initial Setup Guide (1)

*This is an online user manual. This is not supplied with the product.

Note

•Connect speakers with an impedance of 4 Ω to 16 Ω.

•The power cord must be connected only after all other connections are completed.

•We will not accept any responsibility for damage arising from the connection with equipment manufactured by other companies.

•Network services and content that can be used may no longer be available if new functions are added by updating firmware or the service providers terminate their services. Also, available services may differ depending on your area.

•Details on the firmware update will be posted on our website and through other means at a later date.

•Specifications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice.

Firmware Update

This unit is equipped with a function to update the firmware via network or USB port when the firmware update is announced after purchase. This enables various functions to be added and operations to be improved.

Depending on the manufacturing timing of the product, the firmware may be switched to the updated one. In such a case, new functions may be added from the start. For how to confirm the latest firmware contents and the firmware version of your product, see the following section.

Update Information of the firmware

For the latest firmware contents and the firmware version, visit our company's website. If the firmware version of your product differs from the latest one, it is recommended to update the firmware.

To confirm the firmware version of your product, press thebutton on the remote controller, and refer to "6. Miscellaneous" - "Firmware Update" - "Version" ( →p115).

Firmware Update Procedure

The update may take approx. 20 minutes to complete via network or via USB port. Existing settings are guaranteed in either updating method.

When this unit is connected to the network, notifications of firmware updates may be displayed. To update the firmware, select "Update Now" with the cursor buttons of the remote controller and press ENTER. The unit automatically enters standby mode after "Completed!" is displayed, and the update is completed.

Disclaimer: The program and accompanying online documentation are furnished to you for use at your own risk.

Our company will not be liable and you will have no remedy for damages for any claim of any kind whatsoever concerning your use of the program or the accompanying online documentation, regardless of legal theory, and whether arising in tort or contract.

In no event will our company be liable to you or any third party for any special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, compensation, reimbursement or damages on account of the loss of present or prospective profits, loss of data, or for any other reason whatsoever.

Updating the Firmware via Network

•While updating the firmware, do not do the following:

–Disconnecting and reconnecting cables, USB storage device, speaker setup microphone or headphones, or performing operations on the unit such as turning the power off

–Accessing this unit from a PC or smartphone using their applications

•Check that the unit is turned on, and the connection to the Internet is secured.

•Turn off control devices (PC etc.) connected to the network.

•Stop an Internet radio, USB storage device, or server content being played.

•If "HDMI CEC" is set to "On", set it to "Off".

–Press . Next, select "5. Hardware" - "HDMI" and press ENTER, then

select "HDMI CEC" and select "Off".

*The descriptions may differ from the actual on-screen displays, however, operations and functions are the same.

Update

1.Press.

The Setup menu is displayed on the TV screen.

2.Select "6. Miscellaneous" - "Firmware Update" - "Update via NET" with the cursors in order, then press ENTER.

•If "Firmware Update" is grayed out and cannot be selected, wait for a while until it starts up.

•If there is no updatable firmware, "Update via NET" cannot be selected.

3.Press ENTER with "Update" selected, and start update.

•During the update, the TV screen may go black depending on the program to be updated. In such a case, check the progress on the display of the unit. The TV screen will remain black until the update is completed and the power is turned on again.

•When "Completed!" is displayed, the update is complete.

4.PressON/STANDBY on the main unit to turn the unit into standby mode.

The process is completed, and your firmware is updated to the latest version.

•Do not useon the remote controller.

If an Error Message is Displayed

•If an error occurs, "- Error!" is displayed on the display of the unit. ("" represents an alphanumeric character.) Refer to the following descriptions

and check. Error Code

•-01, -10:

Ethernet cable not found. Connect the Ethernet cable properly.

•-02, -03, -04, -05, -06, -11, -13, -14, -16, -17, -18, -20, -21:

Internet connection error. Check the following:

–Whether the router is turned on

–Whether this unit and the router are connected via the network

Unplug and plug the power cords of this unit and the router. This may solve the problem. If you are still unable to connect to the Internet, the DNS server or proxy server may be temporarily down. Check the server operation status with your Internet service provider.

•Others:

After removing the power plug once, insert it to the outlet, and then start the operation from the beginning.

Updating via USB

•While updating the firmware, do not do the following:

–Disconnecting and reconnecting cables, USB storage device, speaker setup microphone or headphones, or performing operations on the unit such as turning the power off

–Accessing this unit from a PC or smartphone using their applications

•Prepare a 1 GB or larger USB storage device. The format of USB storage devices supports FAT16 or FAT32 file system format.

–Media inserted into a USB card reader may not be used for this function.

–USB storage devices equipped with the security function are not supported.

–USB hubs and USB devices equipped with the hub function are not supported. Do not connect these devices to the unit.

•Delete any data stored on the USB storage device.

•Turn off control devices (PC etc.) connected to the network.

•Stop an Internet radio, USB storage device, or server content being played.

•If "HDMI CEC" is set to "On", set it to "Off".

–Press . Next, select "5. Hardware" - "HDMI" and press ENTER, then

select "HDMI CEC" and select "Off".

*Depending on the USB storage device or its content, long time may be required for loading, the content may not be loaded correctly, or power may not be supplied correctly.

*Our company will not be liable whatsoever for any loss or damage of data, or storage failure arising from the use of the USB storage device. Please note this in advance.

*The descriptions may differ from the actual on-screen displays, however, operations and functions are the same.

Update

1.Connect the USB storage device to your PC.

2.Download the firmware file from the our company's website to your PC and unzip.

Firmware files are named as below.

ONKAVR_R.zip

Unzip the file on your PC. The number of unzipped files and folders varies depending on the model.

3.Copy all unzipped files and folders to the root folder of the USB storage device.

•Make sure to copy the unzipped files.

4.Connect the USB storage device to the USB port of this unit.

•If an AC adapter is supplied with the USB storage device, connect the AC adapter, and use it with a household outlet.

•If the USB storage device has been partitioned, each section will be treated as an independent device.

5.Press .

The Setup menu is displayed on the TV screen.

6.Select "6. Miscellaneous" - "Firmware Update" - "Update via USB" with the cursors in order, then press ENTER.

•If "Firmware Update" is grayed out and cannot be selected, wait for a while until it starts up.

•If there is no updatable firmware, "Update via USB" cannot be selected.

7.Press ENTER with "Update" selected, and start update.

•During the update, do not turn the power off, or disconnect or reconnect the USB storage device.

•When "Completed!" is displayed, the update is complete.

8.Disconnect the USB storage device from the unit.

9.Press ON/STANDBY on the main unit to turn the unit into standby mode.

The process is completed, and your firmware is updated to the latest version.

•Do not use on the remote controller.

If an Error Message is Displayed

If an error occurs, "- Error!" is displayed on the display of the unit. ("" represents an alphanumeric character.) Refer to the following descriptions and check.

Error Code

•-01, -10:

The USB storage device cannot be recognized. Check if the USB storage device or USB cable is securely inserted to the USB port of the unit. Connect the USB storage device to an external power source if it has its own power supply.

•-05, -13, -20, -21:

The firmware file is not present in the root folder of the USB storage device, or the firmware file is for another model. Retry from the download of the firmware file.

•Others:

After removing the power plug once, insert it to the outlet, and then start the operation from the beginning.

Part Names

Front Panel

2 3 4 567

9 J K

is within a distance of approx. 16´/5 m, and

an angle of 20° in vertical direction and 30° to

right and left.

ZONE A/B button: Selects an audio output

destination. ( →p88)

INFO button: Switches the information on the

display.

QUICK MENU button: Pressing this button

during playback can make settings such as

"HDMI" and "Audio" quickly on the TV screen

while playing. ( →p64)

Display ( →p12)

SETUP button: You can display advanced

setting items on the TV and the display to have

a more enjoyable experience with this unit.

( →p89)

10.

Cursor buttons ( / / / ) and ENTER

button: Select an item with the cursors, and

press ENTER to confirm your selection. When

using TUNER, use them to tune in to stations.

( →p59)

11.

RETURN button: Returns the display to the

ON/STANDBY button

the HYBRID STANDBY mode where only the

previous state while setting

12. MASTER VOLUME

2. PURE AUDIO button/indicator: Switches to the

essential circuits operate.

Pure Audio mode. The indicator lights when the

– HDMI CEC ( →p105)

mode is on. ( →p148)

– HDMI Standby Through ( →p105)

3. HYBRID STANDBY indicator: Lights up when

– USB Power Out at Standby ( →p112)

any of the following functions is working or

– Network Standby ( →p112)

enabled in standby state of this unit. When this

– Bluetooth Wakeup ( →p113)

indicator is lighting, the power consumption in

4. Remote control sensor: Receives signals from

standby state increases, however, the increase

the remote controller.

in power consumption is minimized by entering

• The reception range of the remote controller

Front Panel

M	N	O	P	Q
13. PHONES jack: Connect headphones with a			17. SETUP MIC jack: Connect the supplied speaker
standard plug (ø1/4″/6.3 mm).			setup microphone. ( →p119)

14.LISTENING MODE button: Switches the listening mode ( →p62) by pressing "MOVIE/ TV", "MUSIC" and "GAME" repeatedly.

15.Input selector buttons: Switches the input to be played.

16.TONE CONTROL button: Adjusts the sound

quality. Press/of "TREBLE", "VOCAL" or "BASS" respectively.

Display

1	2	3	4	5

1.Speaker/Channel display: Displays the output channel that corresponds to the selected listening mode.

2.Lights in the following conditions.

: Headphones are connected. : Connected by BLUETOOTH. : Connected by Wi-Fi.

NET: Lights when connected to the network with the "NET" input selector. It will blink if incorrectly connected to the network.

USB: Lights when the "NET" input selector is selected, a USB device is connected and the USB input is selected. It will blink if the USB device is not properly connected.

HDMI: HDMI signals are input and the HDMI input is selected.

DIGITAL: Digital signals are input and the digital input is selected.

A: Audio is output only to ZONE A. B: Audio is output only to ZONE B.

AB: Audio is output to both ZONE A and ZONE

3.Lights according to the type of input digital audio signal and the listening mode.

4.Lights in the following conditions. TUNED: Receiving AM/FM radio. FM ST: Receiving FM stereo.

SLEEP: Sleep timer is set.

AUTO STBY: Auto Standby is set. ( →p112)

5.Blinks when muting is on.

6.Displays various information of the input signals.

7. Cursors (	/	/ /	): These may light when
performing operations while "NET" is selected
with the input selector.			/ light when there are
multiple folders or files that are available to be
selected.	/	light when text information does

not fit with the range provided by "6".

Rear Panel

1	2	3	4	5

1.DIGITAL IN OPTICAL/COAXIAL jacks: Input TV or AV component digital audio signals with a digital optical cable or digital coaxial cable.

2.TUNER AM/FM terminal: Connect the supplied antennas.

6 7 4

3.HDMI OUT jacks: Transmit video signals and audio signals with an HDMI cable connected to a monitor such as a TV or projector.

4. Wireless antenna: Used for WI-Fi connection or

	when using a BLUETOOTH	90°
	enabled device. Adjust the	90°
	enabled device. Adjust the	180°
	angles according to the	180°
	angles according to the
	connection status.

5.HDMI IN jacks: Transmit video signals and audio signals with an HDMI cable connected to an AV component.

6.ETHERNET port: Connect to the network with an Ethernet cable.

7.USB port: Connect a USB storage device to play music files ( →p80). You can also supply power (5 V/1 A) to USB devices with a USB cable.

8.Power cord

Rear Panel

9 J K

9.AUDIO IN jacks: Input AV component audio signals with an analog audio cable.

10.ZONE B PRE/LINE OUT jacks: Simultaneously output the same audio source as the speakers

(ZONE A) connected to this unit by connecting this unit to wireless headphones, wireless speaker transmitter, etc., using an analog audio cable.

11.SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jacks: Connect a powered subwoofer with a subwoofer cable. Up to two powered subwoofers can be

connected. The same signal is output from each SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack.

12.SPEAKERS terminals: Connect speakers with speaker cables. (FRONT L/R terminals support banana plugs. Use a plug 4 mm in diameter.

Y plug connection is not supported.)

Remote Controller

	1	7
	1	8
		8

3 49

6J K

1. ON/STANDBY button

2.Input selector buttons: Switches the input to be played.

3.Play buttons: Used for playback operations for the Music Server ( →p83) or USB device ( →p80). Also, switching to "CEC MODE" with "18. MODE button" allows you to operate

an HDMI CEC function-enabled AV component. (Some devices may not be operated.)

4.Q (QUICK MENU) button: Pressing this button during playback allows you to make settings such as "HDMI" and "Audio" quickly on the TV screen while playing. ( →p64)

5.Cursor buttons and ENTER button: Select an item with the cursors, and press ENTER to

confirm your selection. Pressing/button allows you to switch the screen when a music folder list or file list is not displayed on one screen on the TV.

6. button: Displays advanced setting items on the TV or the display to have a more enjoyable experience with this unit. ( →p89)

7.SLEEP button: You can allow the unit to enter standby automatically when the specified time has elapsed. Select the time from "30 min",

"60 min", "90 min" and "Off". When you do not want to turn the unit to standby automatically, select "Off". You can also set this by pressing

button and selecting "5. Hardware" - "Power Management" - "Sleep Timer" ( →p112) on the Setup menu.

8.HDMI MAIN/SUB button: Select the HDMI OUT jack to output video signals from "MAIN", "SUB", and "MAIN+SUB".

9. button: Switches the information on the

display. Also, when the "BLUETOOTH" input

selector is selected, pressing and holding this button for 5 seconds or more will switch to the pairing mode.

10. button: Returns the display to the previous state while setting.

11.MUTE button: Temporarily mutes audio. Press the button again to cancel muting.

Remote Controller

N P

Q R

12.TONE buttons: Adjusts the sound quality. Press "TREBLE", "BASS", or "VOCAL" to select what you want to adjust, then adjust with + and -.

TREBLE/BASS button: You can adjust the sound quality of the front speakers.

1.Press TREBLE or BASS to select the content to adjust.

TREBLE: Enhances or moderates the hightone range of the front speakers.

BASS: Enhances or moderates the low-tone range of the front speakers.

2.Press + or - to adjust.

VOCAL button: Emphasizes movie dialogues and music vocals to listen to them more easily.

It is effective to movie lines in particular. Also, it exerts the effect even if the center speaker is not used. Select a desired level from "1" (low) to "5" (high).

1.Press VOCAL.

2.Press + or - to adjust.

•Depending on the input source or listening mode setting, selection is not possible, or the desired effect may not be achieved.

13.LISTENING MODE buttons: Selects a listening mode ( →p62, p139).

14.DIMMER button: Switches the brightness of the display with three levels. It cannot be turned off completely.

15.VOLUME buttons

16.CLEAR button: Deletes all characters you have entered when entering text on the TV screen.

17.MEMORY button: Used to register AM/FM radio stations. ( →p61)

18.MODE button: Switches between automatic tuning and manual tuning for AM/FM stations ( →p59). Also, when an HDMI CEC function-

enabled AV component is connected to this unit, you can switch "3. Play buttons" between "CEC MODE" and "RCV MODE" (normal mode).

Inputting Characters

You can input characters or symbols on the keyboard displayed on the TV screen such as when inputting a password for Wi-Fi Setup ( →p107) or naming a preset radio station ( →p103).

1.Select a character or symbol with the cursors///on the remote controller and press the ENTER button.

2.When saving characters after input, select "OK" and press the ENTER button.

•Select "A/a" to switch between upper and lower cases. (Can also be switched with the MODE button on the remote controller.)

•To enter a space, select " ".

•To delete a character on the left of the cursor, select " ".

•To delete all the input characters, press the CLEAR button on the remote control.


,	.	/	;	:	]

/ / /
ENTER	CLEAR
	CLEAR
	MODE

Speaker Layout

This unit can be used in different ways, depending on the layout of the speakers you are installing. Select the speaker layout that suits the installation environment, then confirm the methods for installation and connection.

Speaker Layout

Speaker layout ( →p20)

Speaker Installation ( →p25)Speaker Connections ( →p30)

Speaker Combinations ( →p150)

3.1ch

5.1ch

7.1ch

3.1.2ch

5.1.2ch

Speaker Layout

The listening room and the speaker layout

ZONE A

(Main Room)

1. ZONE A Speakers

The speaker system set up in the main room (where this unit is located).

2. ZONE B Speakers

The 2 ch speaker system set up in a separate room (ZONE B). The same source can be played back in the main room and the separate room simultaneously.

ZONE B

3.1ch

5.1ch

7.1ch

3.1.2ch

5.1.2ch

Speaker Layout

3.1 Channel System This is a 3.1 Channel System that combines the front speakers with the center speaker and subwoofer.

Basic system ( →p26)

3.1 ch + ZONE B ( →p26)

3.1 ch (Bi-Amping (Front)) ( →p26)

Main Room

Zone B

3.1ch

5.1ch

7.1ch

3.1.2ch

5.1.2ch

5.1 Channel System This is a basic 5.1 Channel System.		Speaker Layout
5.1 Channel System This is a basic 5.1 Channel System.
Basic system ( →p26)	5.1 ch + ZONE B ( →p26)	5.1 ch (Bi-Amping (Front)) ( →p26)

Main Room

Zone B

3.1ch

5.1ch

7.1ch

3.1.2ch

5.1.2ch

Speaker Layout

7.1 Channel System This is a 7.1 Channel System that consists of the basic 5.1 Channel System and added surround back speakers.

Basic system ( →p27)

3.1ch

5.1ch

7.1ch

3.1.2ch

5.1.2ch

Speaker Layout

3.1.2 Channel System A Speaker System that is a 3.1 Channel System with one set of height speakers added.

3.1.2 ch (Front High or Rear High) ( →p28)

3.1.2 ch + ZONE B ( →p28)

Main Room

Zone B

3.1.2 ch (Top Front or Top Middle or Top Rear) ( →p28)

3.1.2 ch (Bi-Amping (Front)) ( →p28)

3.1.2 ch (Dolby Enabled Speakers (Front)) ( →p28)

3.1ch

5.1ch

7.1ch

3.1.2ch

5.1.2ch

Speaker Layout

5.1.2 Channel System A Speaker System that is a 5.1 Channel System with one set of height speakers added.

5.1.2 ch (Front High or Rear High) ( →p29)

5.1.2 ch (Top Front or Top Middle or Top Rear) ( →p29)

5.1.2 ch (Dolby Enabled Speakers (Front or Surround)) ( →p29)

3.1ch

5.1ch

7.1ch

3.1.2ch

5.1.2ch

Speaker Installation

How the speakers are set up depends on the size and shape of the room, so here we introduce just a basic layout example.

The alphabetic symbols used in this chapter represent the following speakers:

FL	Front speaker Left
FR	Front speaker Right
C	Center speaker
SW	powered SubWoofer
SL	Surround speaker Left
SR	Surround speaker Right
SBL	Surround Back speaker Left
SBR	Surround Back speaker Right
FHL	Front High speaker Left
FHR	Front High speaker Right
RHL	Rear High speaker Left
RHR	Rear High speaker Right
TFL	Top Front speaker Left
TFR	Top Front speaker Right
TML	Top Middle speaker Left
TMR	Top Middle speaker Right
TRL	Top Rear speaker Left
TRR	Top Rear speaker Right	3.1ch
DFL	Dolby enabled speaker Front Left
DFR	Dolby enabled speaker Front Right	5.1ch
DSL	Dolby enabled speaker Surround Left	5.1ch
DSL	Dolby enabled speaker Surround Left
DSR	Dolby enabled speaker Surround Right	7.1ch
		7.1ch
		3.1.2ch
		5.1.2ch

Speaker Installation

3.1 Channel System

5.1 Channel System

FL	SW	FR
	SW	C
		C
		a

a: 22° to 30°

FL, FR Place the Left and Right Front Speakers to match ear height.

CThe center speaker should be set up facing the listening position at an angle.

SW	Place the powered subwoofer between the center speaker and a
	front speaker.

3.1ch connection ( →p33)

3.1ch + ZONE B connection ( →p34)

3.1ch (Bi-Amping (Front)) connection ( →p35)

FL	SW	FR
	SW	C
		C
		a
	b
SL		SR

a: 22° to 30°, b: 120°

FL, FR Place the Left and Right Front Speakers to match ear height.

CThe center speaker should be set up facing the listening position at an angle.

SW	Place the powered subwoofer between the center speaker and a
SL, SR	front speaker.
SL, SR	Place the Left and Right Surround Speakers to be just above ear
	height.
		3.1ch
		5.1ch
		7.1ch
		3.1.2ch
5.1 ch connection ( →p36)		3.1.2ch
5.1 ch connection ( →p36)
5.1 ch + ZONE B connection ( →p37)
5.1 ch (Bi-Amping (Front)) connection ( →p38)		5.1.2ch

7.1 Channel System

FL	SW	FR
	SW	C
		C
		a
SL	b	SR
SL		SR
	c

SBLSBR

a: 22° to 30°, b: 90° to 110°, c: 135° to 150°

FL, FR Place the Left and Right Front Speakers to match ear height.

CThe center speaker should be set up facing the listening position at an angle.

SW	Place the powered subwoofer between the center speaker and a
SL, SR	front speaker.
SL, SR	Place the Left and Right Surround Speakers to be just above ear

height.

SBL, SBR Place the Left and Right Surround Back Speakers at ear height.

•If surround back speakers are installed, be sure to install surround speakers as well.

7.1 ch connection ( →p39)

Speaker Installation

3.1ch

5.1ch

7.1ch

3.1.2ch

5.1.2ch

3.1.2 Channel System

High Speakers

FHL	FHR	a: 22° to 30°
FHL	FHR
3´ (0.9 m)
or more
	a
		3´ (0.9 m)
RHL	RHR	or more
RHL	RHR

FHL, FHR Place the front high speakers directly above the front speakers, angled to face the listening position.

RHL, RHR Place the rear high speakers so the lateral distance matches the front speakers, angled to face the listening position.

3.1.2 ch connection ( →p40)

3.1.2 ch + ZONE B connection ( →p41)

3.1.2 ch (Bi-Amping (Front)) connection ( →p42)

Speaker Installation

Top Speakers

TFL	TML	TRL
TFR	TMR	TRR
		a: 30° to 55°
	c	b: 65° to 100°
	b	c: 125° to 150°
	a

TFL, TFR Fit top front speakers on the ceiling in front of the listening position. TML, TMR Fit top middle speakers on the ceiling directly above the listening

position.

TRL, TRR Fit top rear speakers on the ceiling behind the listening position.

• Match the lateral distance of the top speakers to the front speakers.

Dolby Enabled Speakers

a: 22° to 30°

DFL DFR

3.1ch

5.1ch

7.1ch

3.1.2ch

DFL, DFR The Dolby enabled speakers (front) are installed on top of the

front speakers.

5.1.2ch

5.1.2 Channel System

High Speakers

FHL	FHR	a: 22° to 30°
FHL	FHR	b: 120°
3´ (0.9 m)
or more

	a
	b
	3´ (0.9 m)
	or more
RHL	RHR

FHL, FHR Place the front high speakers directly above the front speakers, angled to face the listening position.

RHL, RHR Place the rear high speakers so the lateral distance matches the front speakers, angled to face the listening position.

5.1.2 ch connection ( →p43)

Speaker Installation

Top Speakers

TFL	TML	TRL
TFR	TMR	TRR
		a: 30° to 55°
	c	b: 65° to 100°
	b	c: 125° to 150°
	a

TFL, TFR Fit top front speakers on the ceiling in front of the listening position. TML, TMR Fit top middle speakers on the ceiling directly above the listening

position.

TRL, TRR Fit top rear speakers on the ceiling behind the listening position.

• Match the lateral distance of the top speakers to the front speakers.

Dolby Enabled Speakers

a: 22° to 30° b: 120°

DFL DFR

		a	3.1ch
		a
		b	5.1ch
	DSL	DSR	5.1ch
	DSL	DSR
			7.1ch
DFL, DFR	The Dolby enabled speakers (front) are installed on top of the		3.1.2ch
DFL, DFR

front speakers.

DSL, DSR The Dolby enabled speakers (surround) are installed on top of the 5.1.2ch surround speakers.

Speaker Connections

Speaker Connections
(Before starting the procedure)
Speakers you can use with this unit and cable
connections	31

4-16
3.1 Channel System	33, 34, 35
5.1 Channel System	36, 37, 38
7.1 Channel System	39
3.1.2 Channel System	40, 41, 42
5.1.2 Channel System	43

3.1ch

5.1ch

7.1ch

3.1.2ch

5.1.2ch

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