Onkyo TX-NR808 User Manual

Contents

AV Receiver

TX-NR808

Instruction Manual

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

Connections.................................13

Turning On & Basic Operations

Advanced Operations .................41

Controlling iPod & Other

Components............................75

......24

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.

Others...........................................88

Introduction

WARNING:

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

CAUTION:

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

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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

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

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

PORTABLE CART WARNIN

S3125A

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is

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

AVIS

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

NE PAS

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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 fol-

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

E. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in

any way, and

F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in

performance this indicates a need for service.

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

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

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

Precautions

1. Recording Copyright—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 ON/STANDBY to select Standby mode does not fully shutdown the unit. If you do not intend to use the unit for an extended period, remove the power cord from the AC outlet.

5. Preventing Hearing Loss Caution

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

6. Batteries and Heat Exposure War nin g

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 U.S. models

FCC Information for User CAUTION:

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

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

For Canadian Models

NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COM-

PLIES 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.

Modèle pour les Canadien

REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE

LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB003 DU CANADA.

Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:

ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLEC-

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

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

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

GROEBENZELL, GERMANY

K. MIYAGI

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH

Supplied Accessories

Make sure you have the following accessories:

Indoor FM antenna (➔ 21) AM loop antenna (➔ 21) Power cord (➔ 21) Speaker cable labels (➔ 13) Speaker setup microphone (➔ 29) Remote controller and two batteries (AA/R6)

(Note for China: The battery for the remote controller is not supplied for this unit.)

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.

Using the Remote Controller

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.

Transmission

Remote control sensor

Batteries (AA/R6)

AV r e c eive r

Approx. 16 ft. (5 m)

Received

Transmitter

AV r e c eive r

Incoming sensor

Approx. 16 ft. (5 m)

Contents

Introduction

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

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

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

Using the Remote Controller .......................................... 4

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

Front & Rear Panels......................................................... 8

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

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

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

Remote Controller.......................................................... 11

Controlling the AV Receiver ......................................... 11

About Home Theater...................................................... 12

Enjoying Home Theater................................................ 12

Connections

Connecting the AV Receiver ......................................... 13

Connecting Your Speakers .......................................... 13

Connecting a Power Amplifier ...................................... 16

About AV Connections ................................................. 17

Connecting Your Components with HDMI.................... 18

Connecting Your Components ..................................... 19

Connecting Onkyo u Components ............................ 20

Connecting Antenna..................................................... 21

Connecting the Power Cord ......................................... 21

Which Connections Should I Use?............................... 22

Turning On & Basic Operations

Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ................................... 24

Turning On ................................................................... 24

Turning Off ................................................................... 24

Basic Operations............................................................ 25

Selecting the Language Used for

the Onscreen Setup Menus ....................................... 25

Playing the Connected Component.............................. 25

Displaying Source Information ..................................... 25

Setting the Display Brightness ..................................... 25

Muting the AV Receiver................................................ 26

Using the Sleep Timer.................................................. 26

Selecting Speaker Layout ............................................ 26

Using the Home Menu.................................................. 26

Changing the Input Display .......................................... 27

Using Headphones....................................................... 27

Using Easy Macros ...................................................... 27

Audyssey MultEQ

Speaker Setup ........................................................... 28

Listening to the Radio ................................................... 31

Using the Tuner............................................................ 31

Presetting FM/AM Stations........................................... 32

Using RDS

(excluding North American and Taiwan models) ....... 32

Recording ....................................................................... 34

Using the Listening Modes ........................................... 35

Selecting Listening Modes ........................................... 35

About Listening Modes................................................. 36

Room Correction and

Advanced Operations

Advanced Setup .............................................................41

On-screen Setup Menus............................................... 41

Common Procedures in Setup Menu ........................... 41

Input/Output Assign ...................................................... 42

Speaker Setup.............................................................. 45

Audio Adjust ................................................................. 49

Source Setup................................................................ 50

Listening Mode Preset.................................................. 54

Miscellaneous............................................................... 55

Hardware Setup............................................................ 55

Lock Setup.................................................................... 58

Using the Audio Settings ..............................................58

NET/USB.......................................................................... 61

About NET .................................................................... 61

Connecting the AV Receiver ........................................ 61

Listening to Internet Radio............................................ 62

Playing Music Files on a Server ...................................63

Remote Playback from Media Server/

Personal Computer .................................................... 66

Network Settings .......................................................... 67

About USB.................................................................... 68

Multi Zone ....................................................................... 70

Connecting Zone 2 .......................................................70

Connecting Zone 3 .......................................................71

Setting the Powered Zone 2 ......................................... 71

Setting the Multi Zone................................................... 72

Using Zone 2/3 .............................................................72

Using the Remote Controller in

Zone 2/3 and Multiroom Control Kits ......................... 74

Controlling iPod & Other Components

Controlling iPod ............................................................. 75

Connecting the iPod Directly to the USB Port ..............75

Connecting an Onkyo Dock.......................................... 76

Using the Onkyo Dock.................................................. 77

Controlling Your iPod.................................................... 78

Controlling Other Components..................................... 80

Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes ......................80

Looking up for Remote Control Code ...........................80

Entering Remote Control Codes................................... 82

Remote Control Codes for

Onkyo Components Connected via u .....................82

Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons .............................83

Resetting the Remote Controller ..................................83

Controlling Other Components ..................................... 83

Activities Setup ............................................................. 85

Learning Commands ....................................................86

Using Normal Macros ...................................................87

Others

Troubleshooting ............................................................. 88

Specifications ................................................................. 93

About HDMI..................................................................... 95

Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder ... 96

Video Resolution Chart.................................................. 98

To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press ON/STANDBY (➔ 88).

Features

Amplifier

• 135 Watts/Channel @ 8 ohms (FTC)

• 180 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (IEC)

• 230 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (JEITA)

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

• Linear Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry

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

Processing

• THX Select2 Plus*1 Certified

• HDMI Video Upscaling (to 1080p Compatible) with Faroudja DCDi Cinema Enhancement

• HDMI (Ver.1.4a with Audio Return Channel, 3D), DeepColor, x.v.Color

, Lip Sync, DTS*2-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Plus, DSD and Multi-CH PCM

• Dolby Pro Logic IIz

– New Surround Format (front-

high)

• Audyssey DSX™

for New Surround Channels (front-

wide/front-high)

• 4 DSP Modes for Gaming; Rock/Sports/Action/RPG

• 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

• Jitter Cleaning Circuit Technology

Connections

• 7 HDMI*6 Inputs (1 on front panel) and 1 Output (North

American and Taiwan models)

• 7 HDMI

Inputs (1 on front panel) and 2 Outputs

(European, Australian and Asian models)

• Onkyo p for System Control

• 6 Digital Inputs (3 Optical/3 Coaxial)

• Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/1 Output)

• Universal Port for the Optional Dock for iPod*/HD Radio™*7 tuner module (North American models)/ DAB+ tuner module (European, Australian and Asian

models)

• Dual Subwoofer Pre Out

• Banana Plug-Compatible Speaker Posts

• Powered Zone 2

• Internet Radio

Connectivity (SIRIUS Internet Radio*9/ vTuner/Last.fm/Pandora/Rhapsody/Slacker/Mediafly/ Napster)

Services available may vary depending on the region.

• Network Capability for Streaming Audio Files

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

• Analog RGB Video Input (D-sub 15) for PC

Miscellaneous

• 40 SIRIUS*9/FM/AM Presets (North American mod-

els)

• 40 FM/AM Presets (excluding North American mod-

els)

• Audyssey MultEQ lems

• Audyssey Dynamic EQ

• Audyssey Dynamic Volume 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 250 ms)

• Auto Power-down Function

• Bi-Directional Preprogrammed (with onscreen display setup) RI-Compatible Learning Remote with 4 Activities

and Mode-Key LEDs

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”, “Surround EX” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories™. U.S. and foreign patents pending. Audyssey MultEQ Audyssey DSX™, Audyssey Dynamic Volume Audyssey Dynamic EQ marks of Audyssey 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.”

HD Radio™ and the HD Radio Ready logo are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corporation.

®*4

to Correct Room Acoustic Prob-

®*4

for Loudness Correction

®*4

to Maintain Optimal

are registered trademarks and trade-

and

To receive HD Radio broadcasts, you must install an Onkyo UP-HT1 HD Radio tuner module (sold separately).

In Europe, using banana plugs to connect speakers to an audio amplifier is prohibited.

THX Select2 Plus

Before any home theater component can be THX Select2 Plus certified, it must pass a rigorous series of quality and performance tests. Only then can a product feature the THX Select2 Plus logo, which is your guarantee that the Home Theater products you purchase will give you superb performance for many years to come. THX Select2 Plus requirements define hundreds of parameters, including power amplifier performance, and pre-amplifier performance and operation for both digital and analog domains. THX Select2 Plus receivers also feature proprietary THX technologies (e.g., THX Mode) which accurately translate movie soundtracks for home theater playback.

“Xantech” is a registered trademark of Xantech Corporation.

“Niles” is a registered trademark of Niles Audio Corporation.

iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. iPad is a trademark of Apple Inc. “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.

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

Rhapsody and the Rhapsody logo are registered trademarks of RealNetworks, Inc.

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

This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited consumer uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

Front & Rear Panels

Front Panel

The actual front panel has various logos printed on it. They are not shown here for clarity. The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item.

a ON/STANDBY button (➔ 24) b STANDBY indicator (➔ 24) c ZONE 2 indicator (➔ 72) d ZONE 3 indicator (➔ 72) e Remote control sensor/transmitter (➔ 4) f Display (➔ 9)

e fb

Front flap

g DISPLAY button (➔ 25) h MASTER VOLUME control and indicator (➔ 25) i PURE AUDIO button (➔ 35) j HDMI THRU indicator (➔ 57) k Input selector buttons (BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/

SAT, GAME, PC, AUX, TUNER, TV/CD, PHONO, PORT and NET/USB) (➔ 25)

Pull here to open the flap.

(North American and Taiwan models)

lmno p

(European, Australian and Asian models)

C D

A B

rst u v yx

w z

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

l PHONES jack (➔ 27) m ZONE 2, ZONE 3 and OFF buttons (➔ 72) n TONE button (➔ 58, 73) o LEVEL button (➔ 73) p MONITOR OUT button (➔ 43) q LISTENING MODE buttons (MOVIE/TV, MUSIC,

GAME and THX) (➔ 35)

r DIMMER button (North American and Taiwan

models) (➔ 25)

s MEMORY button (➔ 32) t TUNING MODE button (➔ 31) u TUNING, PRESET (➔ 31 to 32), arrow and

ENTER buttons

v SETUP button (➔ 41) w RETURN button x SETUP MIC jack (➔ 29) y USB port (➔ 68) z AUX INPUT jacks (HDMI, VIDEO, AUDIO L/R and

DIGITAL) (➔ 18, 19)

A Up r and Down e buttons (➔ 58, 73) B MUSIC OPTIMIZER button (➔ 59) C POWER switch (European, Australian and Asian

models) (➔ 24)

D RT/PTY/TP button (European, Australian and

Asian models) (➔ 32)

Display

bc ea f

ghi

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

a Speaker/channel indicators b Z2 (Powered Zone 2) indicator (➔ 72) c Listening mode and format indicators (➔ 35, 59) d NETWORK indicator (➔ 62) e Tuning indicators

RDS indicator (excluding North American and Taiwan models) (➔ 32)

AUTO indicator (➔ 31) TUNED indicator (➔ 31) FM STEREO indicator (➔ 31)

f SLEEP indicator (➔ 26)

g Bi AMP indicator (➔ 15) h Headphone indicator (➔ 27) i Audyssey indicator (➔ 28, 50)

Dynamic EQ indicator (➔ 50) Dynamic Vol indicator (➔ 51)

j Message area k USB indicator (➔ 68) l Volume level (➔ 25) m MUTING indicator (➔ 26) n Audio input indicators

klm

Rear Panel

(North American and Taiwan models)

(European, Australian and Asian models)

c g

pq r

nh j k

a DIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks b RS232 port

Terminal for control.

c u REMOTE CONTROL jack d UNIVERSAL PORT jack e ETHERNET port f SIRIUS antenna jack (North American models) g MONITOR OUT V and S jacks h COMPONENT VIDEO IN and MONITOR OUT

jacks

i HDMI IN and OUT jacks (North American and

Taiwan models)

HDMI IN and HDMI output (HDMI OUT MAIN and HDMI OUT SUB) jacks (European, Australian and

Asian models)

j IR IN and OUT jacks k ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 12V TRIGGER OUT jacks l FM ANTENNA jack and AM ANTENNA terminal m PC IN port

n AC INLET o GND screw p Composite, S-Video and analog audio jacks

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

q Multichannel input jacks

(FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURR L/R, SURR BACK L/R and SUBWOOFER)

r PRE OUT jacks

(FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURR L/R,

SB/FH/FW L/R, SUBWOOFER, ZONE 2 L/R and ZONE 3 L/R)

SB···Surround Back, FH···Front High, FW···Front Wide

s Speaker Terminals

(FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURR L/R,

SURR BACK L/R, FRONT HIGH L/R and FRONT WIDE/ZONE 2 L/R)

See “Connecting the AV Receiver” for connection information (➔ 13 to 22).

Remote Controller

Controlling the AV Receiver

e f

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 (➔ 82).

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

a STANDBY button (➔ 24) b ON button (➔ 24) c ACTIVITIES buttons (ALL OFF, MY MOVIE, MY

TV and MY MUSIC) (➔ 27, 87)

d REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons

(BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, PC, AUX, TUNER, TV/CD, PHONO, PORT and NET/USB) (➔ 25)

e SP LAYOUT button (➔ 26) f Arrow q/w/e/r and ENTER buttons g SETUP button (➔ 41) h LISTENING MODE buttons (MOVIE/TV, MUSIC,

GAME and THX) (➔ 35)

i DIMMER button (➔ 25) j DISPLAY button (➔ 25) k MUTING button (➔ 26) l VOL q/w button (➔ 25) m RETURN button n HOME button (➔ 26) o SLEEP button (➔ 26)

■ 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 (➔ 31) b D.TUN button (TUNER remote mode only) (➔ 31) c CH +/– button (➔ 32) d Number buttons (➔ 31)

When you want to change the remote controller mode without changing the current input source, press MODE and within about 8 seconds, press REMOTE MODE. Then, with the AV receiver’s remote controller, you can control the component corresponding to the button you pressed.

VIDEO functions as a short cut of HOME.

About Home Theater

Enjoying Home Theater

Thanks to the AV receiver’s superb capabilities, you can enjoy surround sound with a real sense of movement in your own home—just like being in a movie theater or concert hall. With Blu-ray Discs or DVDs, you can enjoy DTS and Dolby Digital. With analog or digital TV, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6, or Onkyo’s original DSP listening modes.

You can also enjoy THX Surround EX (THX-certified THX speaker system recommended).

abFront speakers (Left and Right)

1/3 of wall

position

Tip

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

Corner position

These output the overall sound. Their role in a home theater is to provide a solid anchor for the sound image. They should be positioned facing the listener at about ear level, and equidistant from the TV. Angle them inward so as to create a triangle, with the listener at the apex.

c Center speaker

This speaker enhances the front speakers, making sound movements distinct and providing a full sound image. In movies it’s used mainly for dialog. Position it close to your TV facing forward at about ear level, or at the same height as the front speakers.

deSurround speakers (Left and Right)

These speakers are used for precise sound positioning and to add realistic ambience. Position them at the sides of the listener, or slightly behind, about 2 to 3 feet (60 to 100 cm) above ear level. Ideally they should be equidistant from the listener.

f Subwoofer(s)

The subwoofer handles the bass sounds of the LFE (Low-Frequency Effects) channel. The volume and quality of the bass output from your subwoofer will depend on its position, the shape of your listening room, and your listening position. In general, a good bass sound can be obtained by installing the subwoofer in a front corner, or at one-third the width of the wall, as shown.

ghSurround back speakers (Left and Right)

These speakers are necessary to enjoy Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES Discrete, THX Surround EX, etc. They enhance the realism of surround sound and improve sound localization behind the listener. Position them behind the listener about 2 to 3 feet (60 to 100 cm) above ear level.

ijFront high speakers (Left and Right)

These speakers are necessary to enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIz Height, and Audyssey DSX™. They significantly enhance the spatial experience. Position them at least 3.3 feet (100 cm) above the front speakers (preferably as high as possible) and at an angle slightly wider than the front speakers.

klFront wide speakers (Left and Right)

These speakers are necessary to enjoy Audyssey DSX. They significantly enhance the spatial experience. Position them well outside of the front speakers. See also about optimum speaker placement for Audyssey DSX.

http://www.audyssey.com/technology/dsx.html

Connections

Connecting the AV Receiver

Connecting Your Speakers

Speaker Configuration

The following table indicates the channels you should use depending on the number of speakers that you have. For 7.1-channel surround-sound playback, you need 7 speakers and a powered subwoofer.

Number of speakers

Front speakers ✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔ ✔ Center

speaker Surround

speakers Surround back

speaker Surround back

speakers Front high

speakers Front wide

speakers

If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURR BACK L terminals.

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

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. You can do this automatically (➔ 28) or manually (➔ 45).

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✔ ✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔ ✔

✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔✔ ✔

✔✔✔✔

*1*2

✔✔✔✔

✔✔✔✔✔✔

✔ ✔ ✔✔✔ ✔

Speaker Connection Precautions

Read the following before connecting your speakers:

• You can connect speakers with an impedance of between 4 and 16 ohms. If the impedance of any of the connected speakers is 4 ohms or more, but less than 6 ohms, be sure to set the minimum speaker impedance to “4ohms” (➔ 45). 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 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.

Attaching the Speaker Cable Labels

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

Speaker Color

Front left, Front high left, Front wide left, Zone 2 left

Front right, Front high right, Front wide right, Zone 2 right

Center Green Surround left Blue Surround right Gray Surround back left Brown Surround back right Tan

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.

White

Red

• 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.

Connecting the Speaker Cables

Screw-type speaker terminals

Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown.

Using Banana Plugs (North American models)

• If you are using banana plugs, tighten the speaker terminal before inserting the banana plug.

• Do not insert the speaker code directly into the center hole of the speaker terminal.

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 SURR BACK L terminals.

1/2" to 5/8"(12 to 15 mm)

Front high

right　

speaker

Surround

right

speaker

Front wide

right

speaker

Front right

speaker

Surround

back right

speaker

Front left

speaker

Front wide

left

speaker

Surround

back left

speaker

Front high

left

speaker

Center

speaker

Surround

left

speaker

Using Dipole Speakers

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

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

ab Front speakers c Center speaker de Surround speakers f Subwoofer(s) gh Surround back speakers ij Front high speakers kl Front wide speakers

Connecting a Powered Subwoofer

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

You can connect the powered subwoofer with two SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jacks respectively. The same signal is output from each jack.

Powered subwoofer

LINE INPUT

Dipole speakers

TV/screen

LINE INPUT

Normal speakers

TV/screen

Bi-amping the Front Speakers

The FRONT L/R and SURR BACK L/R terminal posts can be used with front speakers and surround back speakers respectively, or bi-amped to provide separate tweeter and woofer feeds for a pair of front speakers that support bi-amping, providing 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.

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

• Once you’ve completed the bi-amping connections shown

Right

speaker

below and turned on the AV receiver, you must set the “Speakers Type(Front)” setting to “Bi-Amp” to enable bi- amping (➔ 45).

Tweeter (high)

Woofer (low)

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 bi-amping. Refer to your speaker manual.

Left

speaker

Connecting a Power Amplifier

If you want to use a more powerful power amplifier and use the AV receiver as a preamp, connect it to the PRE OUT jacks, and connect all speakers and the subwoofer to the power amplifier. If you have a powered subwoofer, connect it to this AV receiver’s SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack. You can connect the powered subwoofer with two SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jacks respectively. The same signal is output from each jack.

Power amplifier

bcdefga

aFront left speaker bCenter speaker cFront right speaker dSurround left speaker eSurround right speaker

fSurround back/Front wide/Front high left speaker*1

gSurround back/Front wide/Front high right speaker*1

Note

Specify “None” for the channel that you don’t want to output (➔ 46).

SB···Surround Back, FH···Front High, FW···Front Wide

Powered subwoofer

See “Connecting a Powered Subwoofer” for more information (➔ 15).

About AV Connections

Connected image with AV components

HDMI cable Other cables

: Video & Audio

: Video : Audio

AV r ecei verAV r ecei ver

Blu-ray Disc/

DVD player

Game console

TV, projector, etc.

Blu-ray Disc/

DVD player

Game console

TV, projector, etc.

• 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.

Right!

• 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.

Wrong!

AV Cables and Jacks

Signal Cable Jack Description

Video and Audio

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

HDMI HDMI connections can carry digital video and audio.

B/CB

PR/CR

HDMI

Green

Blue

Red

difference signals (P

B/CB, PR/CR), providing the best pic-

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

Analog RGB This is a conventional analog interface to connect a PC and

a display device (also called D-Sub or D-subminiature).

S-Video S-Video separates the luminance and color signals and pro-

vides better picture quality than composite video.

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

Audio Optical digital

audio

Yellow

OPTICAL

other video equipment. Optical digital connections allow you to enjoy digital

sound such as PCM*, Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio quality is the same as coaxial.

Coaxial digital audio

Orange

Coaxial digital connections allow you to enjoy digital

sound such as PCM

, Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio

quality is the same as optical.

Analog audio (RCA)

Multichannel analog audio (RCA)

White

Red

Analog audio connections (RCA) carry analog audio.

This cable carries multichannel analog audio and is typically used to connect DVD players with a 7.1-channel analog audio output. Several standard analog audio cables can be used instead of a multichannel cable.

Available sampling rate for PCM input signal is 32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz. Even 176.4/192 kHz is effective in case of the HDMI connection.

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.

Connecting Your Components with HDMI

VCR or DVD recorder/Digital Video Recorder

Game console

Personal computer

Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc.

TV, projector, etc.

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player

Camcorder

Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below.

✔: Assignment can be changed (➔ 42).

Jack Signal Components Assignable

Input HDMI IN 1 Audio/Video 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 ✔ HDMI IN 5 Personal computer ✔ HDMI IN 6 Other components ✔ AUX INPUT HDMI Camcorder

Output (North American and Taiwan models)

Output (European, Australian and Asian models)

HDMI OUT TV, projector, etc.

HDMI OUT MAIN TV HDMI OUT SUB Projector, etc.

Refer to “About HDMI” (➔ 95) and “Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder” (➔ 96).

■ Audio return channel (ARC) function

Audio return channel (ARC) function enables an HDMI capable TV to send the audio stream to the HDMI OUT (North American and Taiwan models)/HDMI OUT MAIN (European, Australian and Asian models) of the AV receiver. To

use this function, you must select the TV/CD input selector.

• To use ARC function, you must select the TV/CD input selector, your TV must support ARC function and “HDMI Control (RIHD)” is set to “On” (➔ 56).

Tip

• To listen to audio received by the HDMI IN jacks through your TV’s speakers: – Set the “TV Control” setting to “On” (➔ 57) for an p-compatible TV. – Set the “Audio TV Out” setting to “On” (➔ 56) when the TV is not compatible with p or the “TV Control” 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” (➔ 19).

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.

• When the “Audio TV Out” setting is set to “On” (➔ 56) to hear from your TV’s speakers, by controlling the AV receiver’s volume,

the sound will be output from the AV receiver’s speakers, too. When the speakers of p-compatible TV, by controlling the AV receiver’s volume, the AV receiver’s speakers will produce sound while the

TV’s speakers are muted. To stop the AV receiver’s speakers producing sound, change the settings, change your TV’s settings, or turn down the AV receiver’s volume.

“TV Control” setting is set to “On” (➔ 57) to hear from

Connecting Your Components

Front

Rear

Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below.

✔: Assignment can be changed (➔ 44).

No. Jack Signal Components Assignable

AUX INPUT VIDEO Composite video Camcorder, etc

AUDIO L/R Analog audio DIGITAL Digital audio

COMPONENT

VIDEO

DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 1 (BD/DVD) Digital audio Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔

MONITOR OUT Composite video

BD/DVD IN Analog audio, VCR/DVR IN VCR or DVD recorder/digital

CBL/SAT IN Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc. GAME IN Game console PC IN Analog audio Personal computer TV/CD IN TV, CD player,

PHONO IN UNIVERSAL PORT Analog audio/

PC IN Analog RGB Personal computer

Multichannel input Analog audio DVD player, DVD-Audio or

IN 1 (BD/DVD) Component video Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔ IN 2 (CBL/SAT) Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc. ✔ MONITOR OUT TV, projector, etc.

IN 2 (VCR/DVR) VCR or DVD recorder/digital

IN 3 (CBL/SAT) Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc. ✔

OPTICAL IN 1 (GAME) Game console ✔

IN 2 (TV/CD) TV, CD player ✔

and S-Video

composite video and S-Video

video

video recorder

TV, projector, etc.

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player

video recorder

cassette tape deck, MD, CD-R,

Turntab le

Turntab le Universal port optional dock

(UP-A1 etc.)

Super Audio CD-capable player, or an MPEG decorder

✔

Note

Connect a turntable (MM) that has built-in a phono preamp to TV/CD IN or connect it to PHONO IN with the phono preamp turned off. If your turntable (MM) doesn’t have a phono preamp, connect to PHONO IN. If your turntable has a moving coil (MC) type car- tridge, you’ll need a commercially available MC head amp or MC transformer to connect to PHONO IN. See your turntable’s manual for details. If your turntable has a ground wire, connect it to the AV receiver’s GND screw. With some turntables, connecting the ground wire may produce an audible hum. If this happens, disconnect it.

When you connect your personal computer to PC IN and select PC input selector, video of the personal computer is output from HDMI output(s). However, because the AV receiver selects the video input in the order of HDMI > component > analog RGB, if you have assigned HDMI IN to the PC input selector, the AV receiver will output signals from HDMI IN in priority to PC IN.

To select the multichannel input, select the BD/DVD input selector and see “Audio Selector” (➔ 60). To adjust the subwoofer sensi- tivity for the multichannel input, see “Subwoofer Input Sensitivity” (➔ 45).

• The AV receiver can output audio and video signals from the AUX I NPU T jacks to the VCR/DVR OUT jacks.

• With connection D, you can listen and record audio from the external components while you are in Zone 2/3. You can listen and record audio from the external components in the main room; you can listen to the audio in Zone 2/3 as well.

• With connection C, you can enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS. (To record or listen in Zone 2/3 as well, use C and D.)

■ How to record the video

With the connections described above, you cannot record the video through the AV receiver. To make a connection for video recording (➔ 34).

Connecting Onkyo u Components

Step 1:

Make sure that each Onkyo component is connected with an analog audio cable (connection D in the hookup examples) (➔ 19).

Step 2:

Make the u connection (see illustration below).

Step 3:

If you’re using an RI Dock, or cassette tape deck, change the Input Display (➔ 27).

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 compo-

nent as the input source.

■ Remote Control

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

ing the remote controller at the AV receiver’s remote control sensor instead of the component. You must enter the appropriate remote control code first (➔ 82).

Note

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

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

tional 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 other Onkyo components.

• While Zone 2 or Zone 3 is on, the System On/Auto Power On and Direct Change u functions do not work.

• Do not use RI connections if you use HDMI Control (RIHD) (➔ 56).

TV/CD

FRONT

REMOTE CONTROL

e.g., CD player

e.g., DVD player

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

ANALOG

AUDIO OUT

BD/DVD

Connecting Antenna

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.

Caution

(North American and Taiwan models)

(European, Australian and Asian models)

• Be careful that you don’t injure yourself when using thumbtacks.

Insert the plug fully into the jack.

Thumbtacks, etc.

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.

Insert the plug fully into the jack.

Indoor FM antenna (supplied)

Push.

Assembling the AM loop antenna.

Insert wire. Release.

AM loop antenna (supplied)

Connecting the Power Cord

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.

• Do not use a power cord other than the one supplied with the AV receiver. The supplied power cord is designed exclusively for use with the AV receiver and should not be used with any other equipment.

• Never disconnect the power cord from the AV receiver while the other end is still plugged into a wall outlet. Doing so may cause an electric shock. Always disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet first, and then the AV receiver.

Step 1:

Connect the supplied power cord to the AV receiver’s AC INLET.

To AC wall outlet

Step 2:

Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.

Which Connections Should I Use?

The AV receiver supports several connection formats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment. The format you choose will depend on the formats supported by your components. Use the following sections as a guide.

Video Connection Formats

Video component can be connected by using any one of the following video connection formats: composite video, S-Video, PC IN (Analog RGB), component video or HDMI, the latter offering the best picture quality. The AV receiver can upconvert and downconvert between video formats, depending on the “Monitor Out” setting (➔ 42), which generally determines whether video signals are upconverted for the component video output or the HDMI output.

For optimal video performance, THX recommends that video signals pass through the system without upconversion (e.g., component video input through to component video output).

To by-pass video upconversion in the AV receiver, simultaneously press the VCR/DVR and RETURN on the AV receiver. While continuing to hold down the VCR/DVR, press RETURN to toggle until “Skip” appears on the display. Release both buttons.

To use the video upconversion in the AV receiver, repeat the above process until “Use” appears on the display and release the buttons.

■ “Monitor Out” setting set to “HDMI” (North American and Taiwan models)

“Monitor Out” setting set to “HDMI Main” or “HDMI Sub” (European, Australian and Asian models)

Video input signals flow through the AV receiver as shown, with composite video, S-Video, PC IN (Analog RGB) and component video sources all being upconverted for the HDMI output. (North American and Taiwan models) Use this setting if

Composite

you connect the AV receiver’s HDMI OUT to your TV. (European, Australian and Asian models) Use these set-

tings if you connect the AV receiver’s HDMI OUT MAIN or HDMI OUT SUB, respectively, to your TV.

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The composite video, S-Video and component video outputs pass through their respective input signals as they are.

Note

• (North American and Taiwan models) If not connected to HDMI OUT, the “Monitor Out” setting will be automatically switched to

“Analog” (➔ 23). (European, Australian and Asian models) If not connected to the same output you have selected in the “Monitor Out” setting, the

“Monitor Out” setting will be automatically switched to “Analog” (➔ 23). In this case, the setting of the output resolution will be that for HDMI output (➔ 42). Moreover, it will be switched to “1080i” when “1080p” is selected, and to “Through” when “Aut o” is selected.

Composite

■ “Monitor Out” setting set to “Both”, “Both(Main)” or “Both(Sub)” (European, Australian and Asian

models)

Video input signals flow through the AV receiver as shown, with composite video, S-Video, PC IN (Analog RGB) and component video sources all being upconverted for both HDMI outputs. Use these settings if you connect the AV

receiver’s HDMI OUT MAIN and HDMI OUT SUB to your

Composite

TVs. The composite video, S-Video and component video outputs

pass through their respective input signals as they are.

` Both: Video signals are output from both HDMI outputs

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at the resolution supported by both TVs. You cannot select “Resolution” setting. The “Picture Adjust” setting will be that for “HDMI Main”.

Composite

` Both(Main): Video signals are output from both HDMI

outputs but HDMI OUT MAIN will become a priority; depending on the resolution, video signals may not be output from HDMI OUT SUB.

` Both(Sub): Video signals are output from both HDMI outputs but HDMI OUT SUB will become a priority; depend-

ing on the resolution, video signals may not be output from HDMI OUT MAIN.

Video Signal Flow Chart

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, etc.

S-Video Component HDMI

Video Signal Flow Chart

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, etc.

S-Video Component

S-Video

PC IN

(Analog RGB)

MONITOR OUT

TV, projector, etc.

PC IN

(Analog RGB)

MONITOR OUT

TV, projector, etc

Component

HDMI

Note

•The “Monitor Out” setting will be automatically switched to “Analog” (➔ 42) if not connected to both outputs when “Both” is selected or if not connected to a priority output when “Both(Main)” or “Both(Sub)” is selected.

■ “Monitor Out” setting set to “Analog”

Video input signals flow through the AV receiver as shown,

Video Signal Flow Chart

with composite video, S-Video and PC IN (Analog RGB) sources being upconverted for the component video output.

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, etc.

Use this setting if you connect the AV receiver’s COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT to your TV.

Composite video is upconverted to S-Video and S-Video is downconverted to composite video. Note that these conversions only apply to the MONITOR OUT V and S outputs, not the VCR/DVR OUT V and S outputs.

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Composite

S-Video Component

PC IN

(Analog RGB)

HDMI

The composite video, S-Video and component video outputs pass through their respective input signals as they are. This signal flow also applies when the “Resolution” setting is set to “Through” (➔ 43).

Composite

PC IN (Analog RGB) input signal is output at 720p resolution.

MONITOR OUT

S-Video

TV, projector, etc.

Component

HDMI

Video Signal Flow and the Resolution Setting

When the “Monitor Out” setting is set to “Analog” (➔ 42), if the “Resolution” setting is set to anything other than “Through” (➔ 43), the video signal flow will be as shown here, with composite video and S-Video sources being upconverted for the component video output.

The composite video, S-Video, and component video outputs pass through their respective analog input signals as they are. HDMI input signals are not output.

Audio Connection Formats

Audio component can be connected by using any of the following audio connection formats: analog, optical, coaxial, analog multichannel, or HDMI.

When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the AV receiver does not convert digital input signals for analog line outputs and vice versa. For example, audio signals connected to an optical or coaxial digital input are not output by the analog VCR/DVR OUT.

If signals are present at more than one input, the inputs will be selected automatically in the following order of priority: HDMI, digital, analog.

Video Signal Flow Chart

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, etc.

Composite

S-Video

Component

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MONITOR OUT

Composite

S-Video

Component

TV, projector, etc.

Audio Signal Flow Chart

Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, etc.

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Multichannel

*1*

Optical

OUT

TV, projector, etc.

Depends on the “Audio TV Out” setting (➔ 56).

This setting is available, when “Audio Return Channel” setting is set to “Auto ” (➔ 57), you must select the TV/CD input selector and your TV must support ARC function.

Only the front L/R channels are output.

HDMI

HDMICoaxial Analog

HDMI Analog

*1*

Turning On & Basic Operations

Turning On/Off the AV Receiver

(North American and Taiwan models)

ON/STANDBY

STANDBY indicator

(European, Australian and Asian models)

STANDBY indicator

STANDBY

RECEIVER

POWER

Turning On

(European, Australian and Asian models)

Set POWER to the ON position ( ) on the front panel.

The AV receiver enters Standby mode, and the STANDBY indicator comes on.

Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel.

Press RECEIVER followed by ON on the remote controller.

The AV receiver comes on, the display lights, and the STANDBY indicator goes off. Pressing the remote controller’s ON again will turn on any components connected via u.

Turning Off

Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel.

Press RECEIVER followed by STANDBY 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.

(European, Australian and Asian models)

To completely shut down the AV receiver, set POWER to the OFF position ( ).

Basic Operations

This manual describes the procedure using the remote controller unless otherwise specified.

Selecting the Language Used for the Onscreen Setup Menus

You can determine the language used for the onscreen setup menus. See “Language” in the “OSD Setup” (➔ 55).

Playing the Connected Component

■ Operating on the AV receiver

Use the input selector buttons to select the input

source.

Start playback on the source component.

See also:

• “Controlling Other Components” (➔ 80)

• “Controlling iPod” (➔ 75)

• “Listening to the Radio” (➔ 31)

To adjust the volume, use the MASTER VOLUME

control.

Select a listening mode and enjoy!

See also:

• “Using the Listening Modes” (➔ 35)

• “Audyssey” (➔ 50)

■ Operating with the remote controller

Press RECEIVER followed by INPUT SELEC-

TOR.

Start playback on the source component.

See also:

• “Controlling Other Components” (➔ 80)

• “Controlling iPod” (➔ 75)

• “Listening to the Radio” (➔ 31)

To adjust the volume, use VOL q/w.

Select a listening mode and enjoy!

See also:

• “Using the Listening Modes” (➔ 35)

• “Audyssey” (➔ 50)

Displaying Source Information

You can display various information about the current input source as follows. (Components connected to the UNIVERSAL PORT jack are excluded.)

Press RECEIVER followed by DISPLAY repeatedly to cycle through the available information.

Tip

• Alternatively, you can use the AV receiver’s DISPLAY.

The following information can typically be displayed.

Input source

Listening

mode

Signal format

Input signal

The input source is displayed with the default name even when you have entered a custom name in “Name Edit” (➔ 52).

If the input signal is analog, no format information is displayed. If the input signal is PCM, the sampling frequency is displayed. If the input signal is digital but not PCM, the signal format and the number of channels is displayed. For some digital input signals, including multichannel PCM, the signal format, number of channels, and sampling frequency is displayed. Information is displayed for about three seconds, then the previously displayed information reappears.

Sampling

frequency

resolution

Output

resolution

Setting the Display Brightness

You can adjust the brightness of the AV receiver’s display.

Press RECEIVER followed by DIMMER repeatedly to select:

• Normal + MASTER VOLUME indicator lights.

• Normal + MASTER VOLUME indicator goes off.

•Dim + MASTER VOLUME indicator goes off.

• Dimmer + MASTER VOLUME indicator goes off.

Tip

• (North American and Taiwan models) Alternatively, you can use the AV receiver’s DIMMER.

Muting the AV Receiver

Using the Home Menu

You can temporarily mute the output of the AV receiver.

Press RECEIVER followed by MUTING.

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

Tip

• To unmute, press MUTING again or adjust the volume.

• The Mute function is cancelled when the AV receiver is set to Standby.

Using the Sleep Timer

With the sleep timer, you can set the AV receiver to turn off automatically after a specified period.

Press RECEIVER followed by SLEEP repeatedly to select the required sleep time.

The sleep time can be set from 90 to 10 minutes in 10 minute steps.

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

Tip

• If you need to cancel the sleep timer, press SLEEP repeatedly until the SLEEP indicator goes off.

• To check the time remaining until the AV receiver sleeps, press SLEEP. Note that if you press SLEEP while the sleep time is being displayed, you’ll shorten the sleep time by 10 minutes.

Selecting Speaker Layout

You can prioritize which speakers you want to use.

Press RECEIVER followed by SP LAYOUT repeatedly.

` Speaker Layout:FH:

The sound from front high speakers is output by priority.

` Speaker Layout:FW:

The sound from front wide speakers is output by priority.

` Speaker Layout:SB:

The sound from surround back speakers is output by priority.

Note

•If the “Speakers Type(Front)” setting is set to “Bi-Amp” (➔ 45), or Powered Zone 2 is being used (➔ 72), this setting cannot be selected.

• When the listening mode that doesn’t support front high, front wide or surround back speakers is used, the setting cannot be selected.

The Home menu provides you quick access to frequently used menus without having to go through the long standard menu. This menu enables you to change settings and view the current information.

Press RECEIVER followed by HOME.

The following information will be superimposed on the TV screen.

BD/DVD

Audio

Video Info Input Listening Mode

Use q/w/e/r to make the desired selection.

■ Audio

Bass Treble Subwoofer Level Center Level Dynamic EQ Dynamic Volume

0dB

` You can change the following settings: “Bass”,

“Tre bl e”, “Subwoofer Level”, “Center Level”, “Dynamic EQ”, “Dynamic Volume”, “Late

Night”, “Music Optimizer”, “Re-EQ”, “ReEQ(THX)” and “Audio Selector”.

See also:

• “Audyssey” (➔ 50)

• “Using the Audio Settings” (➔ 58)

■ Video

` You can change the following settings: “Wide

Mode”, “Picture Mode”, “Brightness”, “Contrast”, “Hue” and “Saturation”.

The remote controller’s VIDEO acts as a shortcut for this menu.

See also:

• “Picture Adjust” (➔ 53)

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■ Info

` You can view the information of the following

items: “Audio”, “Video” and “Tu n er ”.

■ Input

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` You can select the input source while viewing

the information as follows: the name of input selectors, input assignments, and radio information, and ARC function setting.

Press ENTER to display the current input source, followed by q/w to select the desired

input source. Pressing ENTER again switches to the selected input source.

■ Listening Mode

` You can select the listening modes that are

grouped in the following categories: “MOVIE/ TV”, “MUSIC”, “GAME” and “THX”.

Use q/w to select the category and e/r to select the listening mode. Press ENTER to switch to the selected listening mode.

Note

If Pure Audio or Direct listening mode is selected, “Dynamic EQ” and “Dynamic Volume” cannot be selected.

Only when you have selected “Custom” in the “Picture Mode” (➔ 53), pressing ENTER allows you to adjust the fol-

lowing items via the Home menu; “Brightness”, “Contrast”, “Hue” and “Saturation”. Press RETURN to return to the original Home menu.

Depending on the input source and listening mode, not all channels shown here output the sound.

When you have entered a custom name in “Name Edit” (➔ 52), the input source is displayed with that name. But even if not, the component name may be displayed if the AV receiver receives it via HDMI connection (➔ 18).

For the PORT input selector, the name of Universal Port Option Dock will be displayed.

Changing the Input Display

Using Headphones

Connect a pair of stereo headphones with a standard plug (1/4 inch or 6.3 mm) to the PHONES jack.

Note

• Always turn down the volume before connecting your headphones.

• While the headphones plug is inserted in the PHONES jack, the Headphone indicator, speaker/channel indicator FL and FR lights. (The Powered Zone 2 speakers are not turned off.)

• When you connect a pair of headphones, the listening mode is set to Stereo, unless it’s already set to Stereo, Mono, Direct, or Pure Audio.

• Only the Stereo, Direct, Pure Audio, and Mono listening modes can be used with headphones.

When you connect an u-capable Onkyo component, you must configure the input display so that u can work

properly. This setting can be done only from the front panel.

Press TV/CD, GAME or VCR/DVR so that “TV/

CD”, “GAME” or “VCR/DVR” appears on the display.

Press and hold down TV/CD, GAME or VCR/DVR

(about 3 seconds) to change the input display.

Repeat this step to select “MD”, “CDR”, “DOCK” or “TA PE ”. For the TV/CD input selector, the input display changes in this order:

TV/CD → MD → CDR

→

TA PE

→

DOCK

→

For the GAME input selector, the setting changes in this order:

GAME ↔ DOCK

For the VCR/DVR input selector, the setting changes in this order:

VCR/DVR ↔ DOCK

Using Easy Macros

Using the Easy macro command in the Easy macro mode, you can sequentially operate Onkyo components with simple commands by simply pressing one button. These commands are user-specifiable (➔ 85) and the default actions are described below. Press ACTIVITIES to start the Easy macro command.

Once the AV receiver has entered the normal macro mode, all of ACTIVITIES will automatically switch to the normal macro mode. In this case, pressing ALL OFF will set only the AV receiver to Standby mode.

Press MY MOVIE, MY TV, or MY MUSIC. MY MOVIE (default):

1. The TV connected to the AV receiver is turned on.

2. The Onkyo DVD player connected to the AV receiver is turned on.

3. The AV receiver is turned on.

4. The input selector of the AV receiver is set to “BD/DVD”.

5. The player starts playback.

MY TV (default):

1. The TV connected to the AV receiver is turned on.

2. The cable set-top box connected to the AV receiver is turned on.

3. The AV receiver is turned on.

4. The input selector of the AV receiver is set to “CBL/SAT”. You can enjoy cable TV.

Note

• DOCK can be selected for the TV/CD, GAME or VCR/DVR input selector, but not at the same time.

• Enter the appropriate remote control code before using the remote controller for the first time (➔ 80).

MY MUSIC (default):

1. The Onkyo CD player connected to the AV receiver is turned on.

2. The AV receiver is turned on.

3. The input selector of the AV receiver is set to “TV/CD”.

4. The player starts playback.

Note

• Once you start the Easy macro command, you cannot use

other ACTIVITIES during the execution. If you want to operate other components halfway, press ALL OFF to stop and press desired ACTIVITIES.

Depending on the start-up time of Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, the AV receiver may not activate this playback command. In

this case, press 1 on the remote controller.

Turning Off the Components

Press ALL OFF.

1. The connected component stops and turns off.

2. The AV receiver turns off.

3. The TV connected to the AV receiver turns off (Standby).

When MY MUSIC is selected, with the default settings, this will not be performed.

With some televisions, the power may not be turned off (or enter standby).

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Changing Source Component

When you want to operate the component that is not assigned as the source component, you can assign it as the source component. See the table for the default assignment (➔ 85).

While holding down REMOTE MODE, press and hold down MY MOVIE, MY TV, or MY MUSIC (about 3 seconds).

ACTIVITIES that you pressed flashes twice, indicating that the setting has been established.

Examples:

When you press MY MUSIC and want to start the Onkyo Cassette recorder, while holding down TV/ CD, press and hold down MY MUSIC (about 3 seconds) flashes twice.

Tip

• This procedure can also be performed via onscreen menu

(➔ 85).

Restoring Default

Audyssey MultEQ® Room Correction and Speaker Setup

With the supplied calibrated microphone, Audyssey MultEQ automatically determines the number of speakers connected, their size for purposes of bass management, optimum crossover frequencies to the subwoofer (if present), and distances from the primary listening position.

Audyssey MultEQ then removes the distortion caused by room acoustics by capturing room acoustical problems over the listening area in both the frequency and time domain. The result is clear, well-balanced sound for everyone. Enabling Audyssey MultEQ allows you to also use Audyssey Dynamic EQ octave-to-octave balance at any volume level (➔ 50).

Before using this function, connect and position all of your speakers. If “Dynamic EQ” is set to “On” (➔ 50), the “Equalizer” setting will be set to “Audyssey” (➔ 47). On the other hand, if it is set to “Off”, the “Dynamic Volume” setting will be set to “Off” (➔ 51). It takes about 30 minutes to complete Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup for 6 positions. Total measurement time varies depending on the number of speakers.

Using Audyssey MultEQ

Using Audyssey MultEQ® to create a listening environment in your home theater that all listeners will enjoy, Audyssey MultEQ takes measurements at up to six positions within the listening area. Position the microphone at ear height of a seated listener with the microphone tip pointed directly at the ceiling using a tripod. Do not hold the microphone in your hand during measurements as this will produce inaccurate results.

■ First measurement position

Also referred to as the Main Listening Position this refers to the most central position where one would normally sit within the listening environment. MultEQ uses the measurements from this position to calculate speaker distance, level, polarity, and the optimum crossover value for the subwoofer.

■ Second

These are the other listening positions (i.e., the places where the other listeners will sit). You can measure up to six positions.

The following examples show some typical home theater seating arrangements. Choose the one that best matches yours, and position the microphone accordingly when prompted.

−Sixth measurement positions

, which maintains the proper

While holding down HOME, press and hold down

ALL OFF until ALL OFF lights (about 3 seconds).

Release HOME and ALL OFF and press ALL OFF

again.

ALL OFF flashes twice.

def cab

: Listening area

Note

• Make the room as quiet as possible. Background noise and Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) can disrupt the room measurements. Close windows, televisions, radios, air conditioners, fluorescent lights, home appliances, light dimmers, or other devices. Turn off the cell phone (even if it is not in use) or place it away from all audio electronics.

• The microphone picks up test tones which played through each speaker as Audyssey MultEQ Setup run.

• Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup cannot be performed while a pair of headphones is connected.

Turn on the AV receiver and the connected TV.

a to f: Listening position

Room Correction and Speaker

On the TV, select the input to which the AV receiver is connected.

Set the speaker setup microphone at the Main Lis-

tening Position a, and connect it to the SETUP MIC jack.

SETUP MIC jack

If you use a powered subwoofer(s), adjust the sub-

woofer volume level to 75dB.

Test tones are played through the subwoofer. Use the volume control on the subwoofer.

Note

• If your subwoofer does not have a volume control, disregard the level displayed and press ENTER to proceed to the next step.

• If you set the subwoofer’s volume control to its maximum and the displayed level is lower than 75 dB, leave the subwoofer’s volume control at its maximum and press ENTER to proceed to the next step.

Press ENTER.

Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup starts.

Test tones are played through each speaker as Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup runs. This process takes a few minutes. Please

refrain from talking during measurements and do not stand between speakers and the microphone.

Do not disconnect the speaker setup microphone during Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup, unless you want to cancel the setup.

Place the setup microphone at the next position,

and then press ENTER.

Audyssey MultEQ performs more measurements. This takes a few minutes.

When prompted, repeat step 6.

Use q/w to select an option, and then press

ENTER.

Speaker setup microphone

The speaker setting menu appears.

When you’ve finished making the settings, press

ENTER.

MultEQ: Auto Setup

Speakers Type(Front) Powered Zone2 Subwoofer

• If your front speakers are bi-amped, you must select “Bi-Amp” in the “Speakers Type(Front)” setting (➔ 45). For hookup information, see “Biamping the Front Speakers” (➔ 15).

• If you change “Powered Zone2” setting, refer to “Setting the Powered Zone 2” for more details (➔ 71).

• If you are using a subwoofer(s), select “Ye s ” in the “Subwoofer” (➔ 46). If not, select “No” and skip step 4.

Normal Not Act

Yes

MultEQ: Auto Setup

Subwoofer Yes Front 40Hz Center 40Hz Surround 100Hz Front Wide None Front High 100Hz Surr Back 120Hz Surr Back Ch 2ch

Save Cancel

- - Review Speaker Configuration - -

The options are:

` Save:

Save the calculated settings and exit Audyssey MultEQ

Setup

Room Correction and Speaker

` Cancel:

Cancel Audyssey MultEQ

Speaker Setup

Note

• You can view the calculated settings for the speaker configuration, speaker distances, and speaker levels by using

e/r.

Disconnect the speaker setup microphone.

Room Correction and

Note

• When Audyssey MultEQ is complete, the “Equalizer” will be set to “Audyssey” (➔ 47). The Audyssey indicator will light (➔ 9).

• You can cancel Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup at any point in this procedure simply by disconnecting the setup microphone.

• Do not connect or disconnect any speakers during Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup.

• If the AV receiver is muted, it will be unmuted automatically when Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup starts.

• Changes to the room after Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup requires you run Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup again, as room EQ characteristics may have changed.

Room Correction and Speaker Setup

Error Messages

While Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup is in progress, one of the error messages below may appear.

MultEQ: Auto Setup

Changing the Speaker Settings Manually

You can manually make changes to the settings found during Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup.

See also:

• “Speaker Configuration” (➔ 46)

• “Speaker Distance” (➔ 46)

• “Level Calibration” (➔ 47)

• “Equalizer Settings” (➔ 47)

Note

• Please note that THX recommends any THX main speakers be set to “80Hz(THX)”. If you set up your speakers using

Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup,

please make sure manually that any THX speakers are set to 80 Hz (THX) crossover (➔ 46).

• Sometimes due to the electrical complexities of subwoofers and the interaction with the room, THX recommends setting the level and the distance of the subwoofer manually.

• Sometimes due to interaction with the room, you may notice irregular results when setting the level and/or distance of the main speakers. If this happens, THX recommends setting them manually.

Ambient noise is too high.

Retry Cancel

Error message

The options are:

` Retry:

Try again.

` Cancel:

Cancel Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup.

• Ambient noise is too high.

The background noise is too loud. Remove the source of the noise and try again.

• Speaker Matching Error!

The number of speakers detected was different from that of the first measurement. Check the speaker connection.

•Writing Error!

This message appears if saving fails. Try saving again. If this message appears after 2 or 3 attempts, contact your Onkyo dealer.

•Speaker Detect Error

This message appears if a speaker is not detected. “No” means that no speaker was detected.

Tip

• See “Speaker Configuration” for appropriate settings (➔ 13).

Using a Powered Subwoofer

If you’re using a powered subwoofer and it outputs very low-frequency sound at a low volume level, it may not be detected by Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup.

If the “Subwoofer” appears on the “Review Speaker Configuration” screen as “No”, increase the subwoofer’s volume to the half-way point, set it to its highest crossover frequency, and then try running Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup again. Note that if the volume is set too high and the sound distorts, detection issues may occur, so use an appropriate volume level. If the subwoofer has a low-pass filter switch, set it to Off or Direct. Refer to your subwoofer’s instruction manual for details.

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