Onkyo TXNR-579 Owners Manual

AV Receiver

TX-NR579

Instruction Manual

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

Contents

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

Connections.................................11

Turning On & Basic Operations

......20

Advanced Operations .................40

Controlling Other Components

...59

Appendix......................................65

Introduction

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand,

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

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when

unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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

15. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen

into the apparatus,

C. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or water, D. If the apparatus does not operate normally by

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

E. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in

any way, and

F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in

performance this indicates a need for service.

16. Object and Liquid Entry

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

17. Batteries

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

18. If you install the apparatus in a built-in installation,

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

WARNING:

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

CAUTION:

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

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

persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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PORTABLE CART WARNIN

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Precautions

1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use

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

2. AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the unit is not user-

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

3. Care—Occasionally you should dust the unit all over

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

4. Power WARNING

BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Make sure that the voltage in your area meets the voltage requirements printed on the unit’s rear panel (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz).

The power cord plug is used to disconnect this unit from the AC power source. Make sure that the plug is readily operable (easily accessible) at all times.

Pressing the [ON/STANDBY] button to select Standby mode does not fully disconnect from the mains. If you do not intend to use the unit for an extended period, remove the power cord from the AC outlet.

5. Preventing Hearing Loss Caution

Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.

6. Batteries and Heat Exposure Warning

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

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

8. Handling Notes

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

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

• Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit for

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

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

prolonged use. This is normal.

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

work properly the next time you turn it on, so be sure to use it occasionally.

For British models

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

IMPORTANT

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

Blue: Neutral

Brown: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.

The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.

IMPORTANT

The plug is fitted with an appropriate fuse. If the fuse needs to be replaced, the replacement fuse must approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 and have the same ampere rating as that indicated on the plug. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

If the power cord’s plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, cut it off and fit a suitable plug. Fit a suitable fuse in the plug.

For European Models

Declaration of Conformity

We,

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6, 82194 GROEBENZELL, GERMANY

GROEBENZELL, GERMANY

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH

K. MIYAGI

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.

Supplied Accessories

Make sure you have the following accessories:

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

■ Installing the batteries

Note

• If the remote controller

doesn’t work reliably, try replacing the batteries.

• Don’t mix new and old

batteries or different types of batteries.

• If you intend not to use

the remote controller for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion.

• Remove expired batteries as soon as possible to prevent damage

from leakage or corrosion.

■ Aiming the remote controller

To use the remote controller, point it at the AV receiver’s remote control sensor, as shown below.

Indoor FM antenna (➔ page 19) AM loop antenna (➔ page 19) Speaker cable labels (➔ page 12) Speaker setup microphone (➔ page 29) Remote controller (RC-801M) and two batteries

(AA/R6)

Batteries (AA/R6)

Remote control sensor

AV receiver

Approx. 5 m

Contents

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

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

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

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

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

Front Panel..................................................................... 7

Display............................................................................ 8

Rear Panel ..................................................................... 9

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

Controlling the AV Receiver ......................................... 10

Connecting the AV Receiver ......................................... 11

Connecting Your Speakers .......................................... 11

About AV Connections ................................................. 14

Connecting Components with HDMI ............................ 15

Connecting Your Components ..................................... 16

Connecting Onkyo u Components ............................ 18

Connecting a Recording Component ........................... 18

Connecting the Antennas ............................................. 19

Connecting the Power Cord ......................................... 19

Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ................................... 20

Turning On ................................................................... 20

Turning Off ................................................................... 20

Playback.......................................................................... 21

Selecting the Language for

the Onscreen Setup Menus ....................................... 21

Playing the Connected Component.............................. 21

Controlling Contents of USB or Network Devices ........ 21

Understanding Icons on the Display............................. 22

Playing an iPod/iPhone via USB .................................. 22

Playing a USB Device .................................................. 23

Listening to Internet Radio ........................................... 23

Playing Music Files on a Server ................................... 25

Remote Playback ......................................................... 25

Listening to AM/FM Radio ............................................ 26

Using Basic Functions .................................................. 29

Using the Automatic Speaker Setup ............................ 29

Using the Listening Modes ........................................... 32

Using the Home Menu.................................................. 37

Using the Sleep Timer.................................................. 37

Setting the Display Brightness ..................................... 37

Displaying Source Information ..................................... 38

Changing the Input Display .......................................... 38

Muting the AV Receiver................................................ 38

Using Headphones....................................................... 39

Recording ..................................................................... 39

Advanced Setup .............................................................40

On-screen Setup Menus............................................... 40

Common Procedures in Setup Menu ........................... 40

Input/Output Assign ...................................................... 41

Speaker Setup.............................................................. 42

Audio Adjust .................................................................45

Source Setup................................................................ 46

Listening Mode Preset.................................................. 51

Miscellaneous............................................................... 51

Hardware Setup............................................................ 52

Remote Controller Setup .............................................. 55

Lock Setup.................................................................... 55

Using the Audio Settings ..............................................55

Zone 2.............................................................................. 57

Making Zone 2 Connections......................................... 57

Controlling Zone 2 Components................................... 58

iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock ........................ 59

Using the Onkyo Dock.................................................. 59

Controlling Your iPod/iPhone .......................................60

Controlling Other Components..................................... 62

Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes ...................... 62

Looking up for Remote Control Code ........................... 62

Entering Remote Control Codes................................... 62

Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components

Connected via u...................................................... 63

Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons ............................. 63

Resetting the Remote Controller ..................................63

Controlling Other Components ..................................... 63

Troubleshooting ............................................................. 65

Network/USB Features...................................................71

Firmware Update ............................................................74

Connection Tips and Video Signal Path ...................... 77

About HDMI..................................................................... 79

Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player,

or Recorder................................................................... 80

Specifications ................................................................. 82

Video Resolution Chart.................................................. 83

Introduction

Connections

Turning On & Basic Operations

Advanced Operations

Controlling Other Components

Appendix

To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press

8ON/STANDBY (➔ page 65).

Features

Amplifier

• 130 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (IEC)

• Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry

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

• Jitter Cleaning Circuit Technology

Processing

• Incorporates Qdeo™*1 technology for HDMI Video Upscaling (to 4K Compatible).

• HDMI (Audio Return Channel, 3D, DeepColor, x.v.Color*2, Lip Sync, DTS*3-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby TrueHD*4, Dolby Digital Plus, DSD and Multi-CH PCM)

• Dolby Pro Logic IIz

• Non-Scaling Configuration

• A-Form Listening Mode Memory

• Direct Mode

• Pure Audio Mode

• Music Optimizer

for Compressed Digital Music files

• 192 kHz/24-bit D/A Converters

• Powerful and Highly Accurate 32-bit Processing DSP

Connections

• 4 HDMI*6 Inputs and 1 Output

• Onkyo p for System Control

• 4 Digital Inputs (2 Optical/2 Coaxial)

• Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/1 Output)

• Universal Port for the Dock for iPod®/iPhone

/DAB+

tuner module

• Powered Zone 2

• Bi-Amping Capability for FL/FR with SBL/SBR

• Internet Radio Connectivity (vTuner/Last.fm/Napster)

Services available may vary depending on the region.

• Network Capability for Streaming Audio Files

• Front-Panel USB Input for Memory Devices and iPod

/iPhone

models (Enables Display of Album

Artwork)

Miscellaneous

• 40 FM/AM Presets

• Audyssey 2EQ

to correct room acoustic problems

• Audyssey Dynamic EQ

for loudness correction

• Audyssey Dynamic Volume

to maintain optimal

listening level and dynamic range

• Crossover Adjustment (40/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/200 Hz)

• A/V Sync Control Function (up to 800 ms)

• Auto Standby Function

• On-Screen Display via HDMI

• Preprogrammed u-Compatible Remote

Qdeo and QuietVideo are trademarks of Marvell or its affiliates.

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

Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535; 7,212,872; 7,333,929; 7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks, & DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master Audio, and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product includes software. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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

Music Optimizer™ is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.

“HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.”

iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance.

“DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance.”

Windows and the Windows logo are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies.

Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories™, Inc. U.S. and foreign patents pending. Audyssey 2EQ

Audyssey Dynamic EQ

and Audyssey Dynamic Volume®

are registered trademarks of Audyssey Laboratories, Inc.

Front & Rear Panels

The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item.

a 8ON/STANDBY button (20) b ZONE 2, OFF buttons (58) c Remote control sensor (4) d Display (8) e LISTENING MODE buttons (32) f RT/PTY/TP button (28) g MEMORY button (27) h TUNING MODE button (26) i DISPLAY button (38) j SETUP button (40) k TUNING, PRESET (26 to 27), arrow and ENTER

buttons

l RETURN button m MASTER VOLUME control (21) n PURE AUDIO button and indicator (32) o PHONES jack (39) p TONE and Tone Level buttons (55) q Input selector buttons (21) r AUX INPUT AUDIO/VIDEO jacks (16) s USB port (16) t SETUP MIC jack (29) u HDMI THRU indicator (53)

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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

a Speaker/channel indicators b Z2 (Zone 2) indicator (58) c Listening mode and format indicators (32, 56) d 1, 3 and cursor indicators (22) e NET indicator (23, 54) f Tuning indicators

RDS indicator (27) AUTO indicator (26) TUNED indicator (26) FM STEREO indicator (26)

g Audio input indicators

h Bi AMP indicator (13, 43) i Audyssey indicator (29, 46)

Dynamic EQ indicator (46) Dynamic Vol indicator (47)

j Headphone indicator (39) k Message area l MUTING indicator (38) m Volume level (21) n USB indicator (22, 23) o SLEEP indicator (37, 50)

Display

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a DIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks b COMPONENT VIDEO IN and OUT jacks c ETHERNET port d FM ANTENNA jack and AM ANTENNA terminal e HDMI IN and OUT jacks f SPEAKERS terminals

(CENTER, FRONT, SURROUND, SURROUND BACK or FRONT HIGH, ZONE 2)

g Power cord

h u REMOTE CONTROL jack i Composite video and analog audio jacks

(BD/DVD IN, VCR/DVR IN and OUT, CBL/SAT IN, GAME IN, TV/CD IN)

j MONITOR OUT V jack k ZONE 2 LINE OUT jacks l UNIVERSAL PORT jack m SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack

Rear Panel

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See “Connecting the AV Receiver” for connection (➔ pages 11 to 19).

Remote Controller

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

a 8RECEIVER button (20) b REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons

(21)

c Arrow q/w/e/r and ENTER buttons d SETUP button (40) e Listening Mode buttons (32) f DIMMER button (37) g MUTING button (38) h DISPLAY button (38) i VOL q/w button (21) j RETURN button k HOME button (37, 55) l SLEEP button (37)

■ Controlling the tuner

To control the AV receiver’s tuner, press TUNER (or RECEIVER).

You can select AM or FM by pressing TUNER repeatedly.

a Arrow q/w buttons (26) b D.TUN button (27) c DISPLAY button d CH +/– button (27) e Number buttons (27)

Controlling the AV Receiver

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To control component, you must first enter remote control code. See “Entering Remote Control Codes” for more details (➔ page 62).

To control the AV receiver, press RECEIVER to select Receiver mode.

You can also use the remote controller to control Onkyo Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, CD player, and other components.

See “Entering Remote Control Codes” for more details (➔ page 62).

Connections

Connecting the AV Receiver

Connecting the Speaker Cables

The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals. If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK or FRONT HIGH L terminals.

Tip

• You can specify whether surround back or front high speakers are connected in the “Speaker Configuration” menu (➔ page 43) or

during Audyssey 2EQ

Room Correction and Speaker Setup (➔ page 29).

■ Screw-type speaker terminals

Strip 12 to 15 mm of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown.

■ Push-type speaker terminals

Strip 10 to 12 mm of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown.

Connecting Your Speakers

Surround back/

Front high

right

Surround

left

Surround

right

Center

Front leftFront right

Surround back/

Front high

left

12 to 15 mm

10 to 12 mm

Speaker Configuration

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

No matter how many speakers you use, a powered subwoofer is recommended for a really powerful and solid bass.

To get the best from your surround sound system, you need to set the speaker settings automatically (➔ page 29) or manually (➔ page 42).

If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK or FRONT HIGH L terminals.

Front high and surround back speakers cannot be used at the same time.

Attaching the Speaker Cable Labels

The speaker terminals are color-coded for identification purpose.

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

Speaker Connection Precautions

Read the following before connecting your speakers:

• You can connect speakers with an impedance of between 6 and 16 ohms. If you use speakers with a lower impedance, and use the amplifier at high volume levels for a long period of time, the built-in amp protection circuit may be activated.

• Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before making any connections.

• Read the instructions supplied with your speakers.

• Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other words, connect positive (+) terminals only to positive (+) terminals, and negative (–) terminals only to negative (–) terminals. If you get them the wrong way around, the sound will be out of phase and will sound unnatural.

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

• Be careful not to short the positive and negative wires. Doing so may damage the AV receiver.

• Make sure the metal core of the wire does not have contact with the AV receiver’s rear panel. Doing so may damage the AV receiver.

• Don’t connect more than one cable to each speaker terminal. Doing so may damage the AV receiver.

• Don’t connect one speaker to several terminals.

Number of channels 2345677

Front speakers ✔✔✔✔✔✔✔

Center speaker ✔✔✔✔✔

Surround speakers ✔✔✔✔✔

Surround back speaker

*1*2

✔

Surround back speakers

✔

Front high speakers

✔

Speaker Color

Front left, Front high left, Zone 2 left White

Front right, Front high right, Zone 2 right Red

Center Green

Surround left Blue

Surround right Gray

Surround back left Brown

Surround back right Tan

Using a Powered Subwoofer

To find the best position for your subwoofer, while playing a movie or some music with good bass, experiment by placing your subwoofer at various positions within the room, and choose the one that provides the most satisfying results.

Tip

• If your subwoofer is unpowered and you’re using an external amplifier, connect the subwoofer pre out jack to an input on the amplifier.

Bi-amping the Front Speakers

Bi-amping provides improved bass and treble performance. When bi-amping is used, the AV receiver is able to drive up

to a 5.1 speaker system in the main room. Once you’ve completed the bi-amping connections as shown

and turned on the AV receiver, you must set the speaker setting to enable bi-amping (➔ page 43).

Important:

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

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

LINE INPUT

Powered subwoofer

Corner position

1/3 of wall

position

Woofer (low)

Tweeter (high)

Front right

Front left

Connecting AV components

• Before making any AV connections, read the manuals supplied with your AV components.

• Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed and double-checked all AV connections.

• Push plugs in all the way to make good connections (loose connections can cause noise or malfunctions).

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

AV Cables and Jacks

Available sampling rate for PCM input signal is 32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz. In case of an HDMI connection, 176.4/192 kHz is also available.

Note

• The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs.

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

Caution

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

About AV Connections

Signal Cable Jack Description

Video and Audio

HDMI HDMI connections can carry digital video and audio.

Video Component video Component video separates the luminance (Y) and color

difference signals (P

B, PR), providing the best picture

quality (some TV manufacturers label their component video sockets slightly differently).

Composite video Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs, and

See also:

• “Connection Tips and Video Signal Path” (➔ page 77)

• “About HDMI” (➔ page 79)

• “Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder” (➔ page 80)

■ Audio Return Channel (ARC) function

Audio Return Channel (ARC) function enables an HDMI capable TV to send the audio stream to the HDMI OUT of the AV receiver.

• This function can be used when: – your TV is ARC capable, and –the TV/CD input selector is selected, and –“HDMI Control (RIHD)” is set to “On”(➔ page 52), and –“Audio Return Channel” is set to “Auto” (➔ page 53).

Tip

• To listen to audio received by the HDMI IN jacks through your TV’s speakers: – Set the “HDMI Control (RIHD)” setting to “On” (➔ page 52) for an p-compatible TV. – Set the “Audio TV Out” setting to “On” (➔ page 53) when the TV is not compatible with p, or the “HDMI Control

(RIHD)” setting to “Off”.

– Set your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player’s HDMI audio output setting to PCM. – To listen to TV audio through the AV receiver, see “Connecting Your Components” (➔ page 16).

Note

• When listening to an HDMI component through the AV receiver, set the HDMI component so that its video can be seen on the TV screen (on the TV, select the input of the HDMI component connected to the AV receiver). If the TV power is off or the TV is set to another input source, this may result in no sound from the AV receiver or the sound may be cut off.

•As the “Audio TV Out” setting is set to “On” (➔ page 53) to hear from your TV speakers, the sound will also be output from the AV receiver’s speakers if you adjust the volume of the AV receiver. Similarly, as the

“HDMI Control (RIHD)” setting is set to “On”

(➔ page 52) to hear from the speakers of an p-compatible TV, the AV receiver’s speakers will produce sound if you adjust the volume of the AV receiver, while the TV speakers will be muted. To stop the AV receiver’s speakers from producing sound, you can either change the settings on the AV receiver or on the TV, or turn down the volume of the AV receiver.

Connecting Components with HDMI

Jack Components Assignable

Input HDMI IN 1 Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔

HDMI IN 2 VCR or DVD recorder/Digital Video Recorder ✔

HDMI IN 3 Satellite/cable set-top box, etc. ✔

HDMI IN 4 Game console ✔

Output HDMI OUT TV, projector, etc.

Game console

VCR or DVD recorder/Digital Video Recorder

TV, projector,

etc.

Satellite/cable set-top box, etc.

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player

Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below. See “Connection Tips and Video Signal Path” for more information (➔ page 77).

✔: Assignment can be changed (➔ page 42).

Note

When USB input is selected, you can input video signals from the AUX INPUT VIDEO jack. Video signals input from AUX INPUT VIDEO will be output from the MONITOR OUT jack.

Do not connect the AV receiver’s USB port to a USB port on your computer. Music on your computer cannot be played through the AV receiver in this way.

Connect a turntable (MM) that has a phono preamp built-in. If your turntable (MM) doesn’t have it, you’ll need a commercially available phono preamp. If your turntable has a moving coil (MC) type cartridge, you’ll need a commercially available MC head amp or MC transformer as well as a phono preamp. See your turntable’s manual for details.

Connecting Your Components

The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings.

No. Jack/Port Components Assignable

AUX INPUT AUDIO L/R Camcorder, etc

VIDEO

USB, AUX INPUT VIDEO

iPod/iPhone (video playback)

USB

iPod/iPhone, MP3 player, USB flash drive

DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1 (GAME) Game console ✔

2 (TV/CD) TV, CD player ✔

COAXIAL 1 (BD/DVD) Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔

2 (CBL/SAT) Satellite/cable set-top box, RI dock, etc. ✔

COMPONENT VIDEO

IN 1 (BD/DVD) Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, RI dock ✔

IN 2 (CBL/SAT) Satellite/cable set-top box, RI dock, etc. ✔

OUT TV, projector, etc.

ETHERNET Router

MONITOR OUT TV, projector, etc.

BD/DVD IN Blu-ray Disc/DVD player

VCR/DVR IN VCR or DVD recorder/digital video recorder, RI

dock

CBL/SAT IN Satellite/cable set-top box, etc.

GAME IN Game console, RI dock

TV/CD IN TV, CD player, cassette tape deck, MD, CD-R,

Turntable

, RI dock

UNIVERSAL PORT Universal port option dock (UP-A1 etc.)

A CB

EDGHF

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

G.)

• With connection G, you can listen to and record audio from external components while you are in Zone 2.

• With connection G, if your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player has both the main stereo and multichannel outputs, be sure to connect to the main stereo.

■ How to record a video source

With the connections described above, you cannot record the videos through the AV receiver. See “Recording” about connections for video recording (➔ page 39).

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

■ System On/Auto Power On

When you start playback on a component connected via u while the AV receiver is on Standby, the AV

receiver will automatically turn on and select that component as the input source.

■ Direct Change

When playback is started on a component connected via u, the AV receiver automatically selects that

component as the input source.

■ Remote Control

You can use the AV receiver’s remote controller to control your other u-capable Onkyo components,

pointing the remote controller at the AV receiver’s remote control sensor instead of the component. You must enter the appropriate remote control code first (➔ page 63).

Note

•Use only u cables for u connections. u cables are supplied

with Onkyo components.

• Some components have two u jacks. You can connect either

one to the AV receiver. The other jack is for connecting additional u-capable components.

• Connect only Onkyo components to u jacks. Connecting other

manufacturer’s components may cause a malfunction.

• Some components may not support all u functions. Refer to

the manuals supplied with your Onkyo components.

• While Zone 2 is on, the System On/Auto Power On and Direct

Change u functions do not work.

See “Recording” for details on recording (➔ page 39).

Note

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

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

• Video signals connected to composite video inputs can be recorded only via composite video outputs. For example, if your TV/VCR is connected to a composite video input, the recording VCR must be connected to a composite video output.

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

• Copy-protected Blu-ray Discs and DVDs cannot be recorded.

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

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

• While the listening mode is set to Pure Audio, the video circuitry is turned off and therefore no video signals are processed. If you want to make recordings, select another listening mode.

Connecting Onkyo u Components

Make sure that each Onkyo component is connected with an analog audio cable (connection

G in the hookup examples) (➔ page 16).

Make the u connection (see the illustration).

If you’re using an RI Dock, or cassette tape deck, change the Input Display (➔ page 38).

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

e.g., CD player

RI Dock

Connecting a Recording Component

AUDI O

VIDEO

VCR, DVD recorder,

cassette tape deck,

CDR, MD recorder, etc.

This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna. The AV receiver won’t pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna to use

the tuner.

Note

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

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

Tip

• If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead.

• If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor AM loop antenna, try using it with a commercially available outdoor AM antenna.

Note

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

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

Connecting the Antennas

Connecting the Power Cord

Thumbtacks, etc.

Insert the plug fully into the jack.

Push. Insert wire. Release.

Assembling the AM loop antenna

Indoor FM antenna (supplied)AM loop antenna (supplied)

Caution

• Be careful not to injure yourself when using thumbtacks.

Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.

Turning On & Basic Operations

Turning On/Off the AV Receiver

Tip

• For details on power management settings, see “Auto Standby” (➔ page 53).

Turning On

Press 8ON/STANDBY on the front panel.

Press RECEIVER followed by 8RECEIVER on the remote controller.

The AV receiver comes on, the display lights.

Turning Off

Press 8ON/STANDBY on the front panel.

Press RECEIVER followed by 8RECEIVER on the remote controller.

The AV receiver will enter standby mode. To prevent any loud surprises when you turn on the AV receiver, always turn down the volume before you turn it off.

8RECEIVER

RECEIVER

8ON/STANDBY

Playback

You can determine the language used for the onscreen setup menus. See “Language” in the “OSD Setup” (➔ page 52).

■ Operating with the remote controller

■ Operating on the AV receiver

See “Controlling Other Components” about the operation of other components (➔ page 62).

The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings.

This section describes the procedure for using the remote controller unless otherwise specified.

Selecting the Language for the Onscreen Setup Menus

Playing the Connected Component

Press RECEIVER followed by INPUT SELECTOR.

Start playback on the source component.

See also:

• “Playing an iPod/iPhone via USB” (➔ page 22)

• “Playing a USB Device” (➔ page 23)

• “Listening to Internet Radio” (➔ page 23)

• “Playing Music Files on a Server” (➔ page 25)

• “Remote Playback” (➔ page 25)

• “Listening to AM/FM Radio” (➔ page 26)

• “iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock”

(➔ page 59)

• “Controlling Other Components” (➔ page 62)

To adjust the volume, use VOL q/w.

Select a listening mode and enjoy!

See also:

• “Using the Listening Modes” (➔ page 32)

• “Audyssey” (➔ page 46)

Use the input selector buttons to select the input source.

Start playback on the source component.

To adjust the volume, use the MASTER VOLUME control.

Select a listening mode and enjoy!

Controlling Contents of USB or Network Devices

TOP MENU

This button displays the top menu for each media or service.

q/w and ENTER

These buttons navigate through the menus.

e/r

This button cycles through pages.

PLAYLIST e/r

In Standard Mode (iPod/iPhone), this button selects playlists.

This button starts playback.

This button selects the beginning of the current song. Pressing this button twice selects the previous song.

This button fast-reverses the current song.

This button pauses playback.

You can toggle between the playback screen and the list screen during playback.

DISPLAY

This button switches between song informations.

ALBUM +/–

In Standard Mode (iPod/iPhone), this button selects albums.

This button returns to top menu of the Internet Radio service.

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n o

h i

Press USB or NET first.

Note

• The buttons you can use will differ depending on the devices and media used for playback.

This section describes icons that appear on the display during media playback.

This section explains how to play music/video files on the iPod/iPhone.

Compatible iPod/iPhone models Made for: iPod touch (1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th generation), iPod classic,

iPod with video, iPod nano (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th generation), iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 3G, iPhone

Note

• Do not disconnect the USB device or USB cable that comes with

iPod/iPhone to the USB port at the front of the AV receiver, while the message “Connecting...” appears on the display.

• If you connect an iPod or iPhone to the USB port on this device,

no sound will be output from the headphones jack.

RETURN

This button returns to the previous menu.

This button fast-forwards the current song.

This button selects the next song.

This button stops playback.

MODE

You can switch between Standard Mode and Extended Mode during iPod/iPhone playback.

RANDOM

This button performs random playback.

REPEAT

Press this button repeatedly to cycle through the repeat modes.

Understanding Icons on the Display

Displayed Icons

Icon Description

Folder

Track

Playback

Pause

Fast Forward

Fast Reverse

Artist

Album

Repeat One Track

Repeat Folder (USB Device)

Repeat

Shuffle

Shuffle Album (iPod/iPhone)

Playing an iPod/iPhone via USB

Press USB to select the “USB” input.

Connect the USB cable that comes with the iPod/iPhone to the USB port on the front of the AV receiver.

While reading the contents of your iPod/iPhone, the message “Connecting...” appears on the display.

The USB indicator lights. It will flash if the AV receiver cannot read the iPod/iPhone.

Press MODE repeatedly to switch to Extended Mode (Music) or Extended Mode (Video).

A list of your iPod/iPhone model’s contents appears. To open a folder, use q/w to select it, and then press

ENTER.

Tip

• With the default settings, the iPod/iPhone is operated in Standard Mode.

• Pressing MODE repeatedly switches back to Standard Mode.

• When you disconnect the iPod/iPhone, the AV receiver stores the mode. This means that if you disconnect when in Extended Mode (Music), the AV receiver will start in Extended Mode (Music) the next time you connect the iPod/iPhone.

• You can also use q/w, ENTER and TUNING MODE buttons on the front panel. TUNING MODE allows you to switch modes.

• When connecting your iPod/iPhone with a USB cable, we recommend you use an official USB cable from Apple Inc.

Use q/w to select a music/video file, and press ENTER or 1 to start playback.

Extended Mode (Music) control

The music content information is displayed (lists are displayed), and you can control the music content while looking at the screen.

Top screen list: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Genres, Songs, Composers,

Shuffle Songs, Now Playing.

Extended Mode (Video) control

The video content information is displayed (lists are displayed), and you can control the video content while looking at the screen.

Top screen list: Movies, Music Videos, TV Shows, Video Podcasts,

Rentals.

Note

• To view the video contents of your iPod/iPhone, connect it to the

USB port and AUX INPUT VIDEO jack on the AV receiver’s front panel, using the official Apple Composite AV Cable.

• Depending on your iPod/iPhone model and generation, the displayed items may vary and the support for Extended Mode (Video) is not guaranteed.

Standard Mode control

The content information is not displayed, but can be operated using the iPod/iPhone or the remote controller (USB).

Note

• The following iPod models are not supported in Standard Mode. (They can only be controlled in Extended Mode.) – iPod with video – iPod nano (1st generation)

This section explains how to play music files from a USB device (e.g., USB flash drives and MP3 players).

See also:

• “Network/USB Features” (➔ page 71).

Note

• Do not disconnect the USB device or USB cable that comes with iPod/iPhone to the USB port at the front of the AV receiver, while the message “Connecting...” appears on the display.

You can select Internet radio stations by connecting to the AV receiver from your computer and selecting stations in your web browser.

Internet radio URLs in the following formats are supported: PLS, M3U, and podcast (RSS). However, depending on the type of data or audio format used by the Internet radio station, you may not be able to listen to some stations.

Note

• Services available may vary depending on the region. See the separate instructions for more information.

Listening to vTuner Internet Radio

This unit includes the full vTuner Internet Radio Service at no additional charge. Once you have connected your unit to the Internet you can select vTuner Internet Radio to search for and play Internet radio stations and podcasts at any time. To enhance your Internet radio experience, the http://onkyo.vtuner.com/ portal is available to you as an easy way to browse to find stations, set up/organize your favorites, add your own stations, get help, etc. After the first time you try vTuner Internet Radio on your unit you can use the MAC Address of your unit to create a member login account (email address and password) on the http://onkyo.vtuner.com/ portal. To verify your MAC Address, please see “Network” (➔ page 54).

Playing a USB Device

Press USB to select the “USB” input.

Plug your USB device into the AV receiver’s USB port.

The USB indicator lights. It will flash if the AV receiver cannot read the USB device.

Press ENTER.

A list of the device’s contents appears. To open a folder, use q/w to select it, and then press ENTER.

Use q/w to select a music file, and press ENTER or 1 to start playback.

Listening to Internet Radio

You need to connect the AV receiver to your home network (➔ page 71).

Press NET.

The “NET” screen appears, and the NET indicator lights. If it flashes, verify that the Ethernet cable is firmly connected to the AV receiver.

Use q/w/e/r to select “vTuner Internet Radio” and then press ENTER.

Listening to Other Internet Radio

To listen to other internet radio stations, insert the following step after step 1 in the “Listening to vTuner Internet Radio” section.

Registering My Favorites

You can add the currently playing song or station to the “My Favorites”. You can save up to 40 Internet radio stations.

Once you’ve added a station to the list, simply select it in the “My Favorites” menu, and then press ENTER to start playback.

From the search results you can save the stations and songs but cannot listen to them directly.

■ Top menu of Internet Radio

` Create new station:

Add a favorite station or Internet radio to the My Favorites.

` Rename this station:

You can rename the stations and songs saved in “My Favorites” list.

` Delete from My Favorites:

You can delete the stations and songs saved in “My Favorites” list.

Use q/w to select a program and then press ENTER.

Playback starts.

Press MENU to enable selection from the following menu items.

` Stations like this:

Stations like the one currently being played back are displayed.

` Add to My Favorites:

Adds a station to My Favorites list.

Press TOP MENU to go to the top menu of the Internet Radio services.

Tip

• By pressing SEARCH, you can toggle between the

playback screen and the radio list screen.

On your computer, start your web browser and enter the AV receiver’s IP address in the browser’s Internet address (URL) field.

The browser connects to the AV receiver (WEB Setup Menu).

Note

• The AV receiver’s IP address is shown on “IP Address”

(➔ page 54).

• If you’re using DHCP, your router may not always allocate the same IP address to the AV receiver, so if you find that you can’t connect to the AV receiver, recheck the AV receiver’s IP address on the “Network” screen.

Click on the “My Favorites” tab.

Enter the preset name and Internet address (URL).

Click “Save” to save the Internet radio station.

The Internet radio station is then added to “My Favorites”.

Greate Artist

My Music

My Favorite

0 : 11

Press MENU with the station selected or while a song is playing.

Use q/w to select “Add to My Favorites”, and press ENTER.

Use q/w/e/r to select “OK”, and then press

ENTER.

Tip

• If you choose to rename the station, see “Name Edit”

(➔ page 48).

This section explains how to play music files on a computer or media server through the AV receiver (Server Playback).

Windows Media Player 11 Setup

This section explains how to configure Windows Media Player 11 so that the AV receiver can play the music files stored on your computer.

Remote Playback means you can play the music files stored on a media server or personal computer with the AV receiver by operating the controller device in the home network.

Windows Media Player 12 Setup

This section explains how to configure Windows Media Player 12 so that the AV receiver can play the music files stored on your personal computer.

Playing Music Files on a Server

You need to connect the AV receiver to your home network (➔ page 71).

Start your computer or media server.

Press NET.

The “NET” screen appears. The NET indicator lights. If it flashes, confirm the network connection.

Use q/w/e/r to select “dlna”, and press ENTER.

Tip

• To go back to the previous screen, press RETURN.

Use q/w to select a server, and then press ENTER.

The menu is displayed according to the server functions.

Note

• The search function does not work with media servers which do not support this function.

• Photos and movies stored on a media server cannot be accessed from the AV receiver.

• Depending on the sharing settings in the media server, the AV receiver may not able to access the content. See the instruction manual of the media server.

Use q/w to select an item, and then press ENTER or 1 to start playback.

Note

• Depending on the media server, 5/4/3 may not work.

• If the message “No Item.” appears, this means that no information can be retrieved from the server. In this case, check your server, network, and AV receiver connections.

Artist name

My favorite song 1

My favorite album

0 : 11

Start Windows Media Player 11.

On the “Library” menu, select “Media Sharing”.

The “Media Sharing” dialog box appears.

Select the “Share my media” check box, and then click “OK”.

Select the AV receiver in the list, and then click “Allow”.

Click “OK” to close the dialog box.

This completes the Windows Media Player 11 configuration.

You can now play the music files in your Windows Media Player 11 library through the AV receiver.

Tip

• Windows Media Player 11 can be downloaded for free from the Microsoft web site.

Remote Playback

You need to connect the AV receiver to your home network (➔ page 71).

Start Windows Media Player 12.

On the “Stream” menu, select “Turn on media streaming”.

A dialog box appears.

Move your cursor and click on “Turn on media streaming”.

A list of media server appears. Wording may vary slightly depending on the network location.

Select the product in the list, and then click “Allowed”.

Click “OK” to close the dialog box.

This completes the Windows Media Player 12 configuration.

You can now play the music files in your Windows Media Player 12 library.

Using Remote Playback

Using the Tuner

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

You can also change the frequency steps (➔ page 52).

Tuning into Radio Stations

■ Auto tuning mode

■ Manual tuning mode

In manual tuning mode, FM stations will be in mono.

Start Windows Media Player 12.

To enable remote playback, you must first configure Windows Media Player 12.

Press NET.

The “NET” screen appears. The NET indicator lights. If it flashes, verify the network connection.

Use q/w/e/r to select “dlna”, and press ENTER.

A list of media server appears.

Note

• Remote playback cannot be used while the music files of another media server are being played. You must stop their playback first.

On Windows Media Player 12, right-click on a music file.

The right-click menu appears. For selecting another media server, select the desired media server from the “Other Libraries” menu on Windows Media Player

12.

Select the AV receiver from the right-click menu.

The “Play to” window appears and playback on the product starts. Operations during remote playback can be made from the “Play to” window of Windows 7 on your personal computer. During remote playback, operations (such as Playback, Pause, Fast Forward, Fast Rewind, Previous, Next, Repeat, Random) cannot be made.

Adjusting the Volume

You can adjust the volume by adjusting the volume bar in the “Remote playback” window. The default maximum volume level is 82 (0dB). If you wish to change this, enter the value from the Web Setup in your browser.

The volume value of the remote window and the volume value of the AV receiver may not always match.

Adjustments you make to the volume in the AV receiver will not be reflected in the “Remote playback” window.

Listening to AM/FM Radio

This section describes the procedure using the buttons on the front panel unless otherwise specified.

Press TUNER to select either “AM” or “FM”.

In this example, FM has been selected. Each time you press TUNER, the radio band changes

between AM and FM.

(Actual display depends on the country.)

Press TUNING MODE so that the AUTO indicator lights on the display.

Press TUNING q/w.

Searching stops when a station is found. When tuned into a station, the TUNED indicator

lights. When tuned into a stereo FM station, the FM STEREO indicator lights on the display, as shown.

Tip

• Tuning into weak FM stereo stations

If the signal from a stereo FM station is weak, it may be impossible to get good reception. In this case, switch to manual tuning mode and listen to the station in mono.

Press TUNING MODE so that the AUTO indicator goes off on the display.

Press and hold TUNING q/w.

The frequency stops changing when you release the button.

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

Band Frequency

TUNED

TERE

AUTO

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