Onkyo TX-SR500E Instruction Manual

AV Receiver

TX-SR500 TX-SR500E

Instruction Manual

Contents

Before using

Important safeguards ........................................ 2

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

Features ............................................................. 4

Supplied accessories ......................................... 4

Before using the unit ........................................ 5

Facilities and connections

Index to parts and controls ............................... 6

Connecting to audio/video equipment ........... 10

Positioning speakers/Connecting speakers .... 12

Connecting antennas....................................... 14

Connections for remote control (z)............. 16

Connecting the power/

Turning on the AV Receiver ........................ 17

Thank you for purchasing the 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.

Enjoying music or videos

Speaker setup .................................................. 18

Playing the connected source ......................... 21

Listening to the radio ...................................... 24

Various functions common to

all the sources ............................................... 26

Enjoying the listening modes ......................... 30

Recording a source ......................................... 33

Remote controller

Using the remote controller ............................ 34

Pre-programming remote controller

(North American models only) .................... 36

Appendix

Troubleshooting .............................................. 38

Specifications ........................... back cover page

WARNING:

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

CAUTION:

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

Important safeguards

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

OUVRIR

NE PAS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

8. Accessories – stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

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

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

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

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

Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart,

PORTABLE CART WARNING

S3125A

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

20. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug the appliance 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

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

the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that

are covered by the operating instructions as an improper

adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will

often require extensive work by a qualified technician to

restore the appliance to its normal operation, E. If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way,

and F. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in

performance – this indicates a need for service.

For added protection for the appliance during a

Never push objects of any kind into

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

22. Safety Check –

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

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

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

25. Liquid Hazards – The appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases shall be placed on the appliance.

Precautions

FIGURE 1:

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

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

S2898A

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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

For British models

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

IMPORTANT

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

Blue: Neutral Brown: Live

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

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

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

IMPORTANT

A 5 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amperes and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMPERE SOCKET.

If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.

For European models

For U.S. models

Note to CATV system installer:

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

FCC Information for User

CAUTION:

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

NOTE:

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

Declaration of Conformity

We,

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH INDUSTRIESTRASSE 20 82110 GERMERING, GERMANY

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

GERMERING, GERMANY

I. MORI

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH

For Canadian models

NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.

For models having a power cord with a polarized plug: CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH

WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

Modele pour les Canadien

REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CON-FORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.

Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée: ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES,

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

Precautions

Features

1. Recording Copyright

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

2. AC Fuse

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

3. Care

From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth in a weak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry, and wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately with a clean cloth. Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or remove the panel lettering.

4. Power

WARNING

BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.

The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel.

Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform to local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch to match the voltage of the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit.

Amplifier Features

• Dolby* Digital & DTS** decoding

• 5.1-Channel input

• 4 S-video input

• 3 Assignable digital inputs (2 optical, 1 coaxial)

• 9 DSP soundfields

• Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT)

• State-of-the-art linear PCM 96 kHz/24bit DACs for all channels

FM/AM Tuner Features

• 30 FM/AM random presets

• FM auto tuning

• FM indoor antenna supplied

• AM indoor antenna supplied

* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

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

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

Memory Preservation

This unit does not require memory preservation batteries. A built-in memory power backup system preserves the contents

of memory during power failures and even when the POWER switch is set to OFF (other than USA and Canadian models) or when the power cord is unplugged.

The power cord must be plugged and the POWER switch must be set to ON (other than USA and Canadian models) in order to charge the backups system. The memory preservation period after the unit has been turned off varies depending on climate and placement of the unit. On average, memory contents are protected over a period of a few weeks after the time the unit has been turned off. This period is shorter when the unit is exposed to a very humid climate.

Supplied accessories

Check that the following accessories are supplied with the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E.

The following accessories may be available depending on the area which it was purchased.

AM loop antenna × 1

FM indoor antenna × 1

(Connector will vary depending on the area which it was purchased.)

Left

Front

Right

Zone 2

Surround

SP-B

Zone 2

Front

Left

Front

Right

SP-B

Left

SP-B

Right

Surround

Front

Left

Front

Right

SP-B

Left

SP-B

Right

Speaker Cable

Left

Right

Surround

Right

Left

Surround

Right

Surround

Left

Right

Center

Zone 2

Surround Back

Zone 2

Right

Zone 2

Left

Center

Zone 2

Right

Zone 2

Left

Surround Back

Right

Surround Back

Left

Center

Surround Back

Right

Surround Back

Left

Conversion plug × 1

(Use this plug if the power cord plug of the TX-SR500E AC outlet. Shape may vary depending on the area which it was purchased.)

TX-SR500/

does not fit your

75/300 Ω antenna adapter × 1

(For all models other than USA, Canadian and European models)

Remote controller × 1 Batteries (AA, R6 or UM-3) × 2

Speaker cable label × 1

Before using the unit

Setting the voltage selector (Worldwide models only)

Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform with local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch to match the voltage of the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit.

Determine the proper voltage for your area: 220-230 V or 120 V. If the preset voltage is not correct for your area, insert a screwdriver into the groove in the switch. Slide the switch all the way to the upper (120 V) or to the lower (220-230 V), whichever is appropriate.

ANTENNA

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT

DIGITAL INPUT

OPTICAL

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

DVD MONITOR

OUT

REMOTE

COAXIAL

CONTROL

OUT

TAPE

FRONT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

FRONT SPEAKERS A

OUT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

SURR

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

DVD

FRONT SPEAKERS B

SURROUND SPEAKERS

VOLTAGE

SELECTOR

220-230 V

CENTER SPEAKER

120 V

AC OUTLET

VOLTAGE

SELECTOR

120 V

220-230 V

Setting the AM tuning step frequency (Worldwide models only)

Notes

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

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

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

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

Using the remote controller

Point the remote controller toward the remote control sensor. The STANDBY indicator lights up when the unit receives a signal from the remote controller.

Remote control sensor

Receiver

STANDBY indicator

Refer to page 24 to set the AM tuning step frequency correctly.

Inserting the batteries

1 Detach the battery cover.

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

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

30˚

16 feet (5m)

Notes

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

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

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

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

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

3 Attach the battery cover.

Index to parts and controls

Front panel

12 34567890-= ~

!@ #$ % *&^

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

1 POWER switch (other than USA and

Canadian models) [17]

Turns on the main power supply for the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E. The TX-SR500/TX-SR500E enters standby state and the STANDBY indicator lights up. Pressing the switch again to the off position (— OFF) shuts down the main power supply into the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E.

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

• Turning on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E may cause a momentary power surge that might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same circuit. If this is a problem, plug the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E into a different electrical circuit.

2 STANDBY/ON button [17]

When STANDBY/ON button is pressed to ON (while the POWER switch is set to ON (other than USA and Canadian models)), the display will light to show the current volume setting for about 5 seconds then show the current sound input source. Pressing the button again returns the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E to the standby state. This state turns off the display, disables control functions.

3 STANDBY indicator [17]

Lights when the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E is in the standby state and flashes when a signal is received from the remote controller.

4 DIMMER button [27]

Press to set the brightness of the front display. The brightness changes to normal, dim and very dim.

5 DIGITAL INPUT button [22]

When digital components are connected to the DIGITAL INPUT jacks of the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E, use this button to assign the DIGITAL INPUT jacks to them according to their forms of connection.

6 SUBWOOFER MODE button [20]

Press to select the subwoofer mode.

7 MEMORY button [24, 25]

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

8 FM MODE button [24, 25]

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

9 TUNING ™/£ buttons [24, 25]

Use these buttons to change the tuner frequency. The tuner frequency is displayed in the front display and it can be changed in 50 kHz increments for FM and 10 kHz (or 9 kHz) increments for AM.

When FM is selected, you can hold down one of the TUNING ™/£ buttons and then release it to activate the auto-search feature. It will search for a station in the direction of the button you pressed and stop when it tunes into one.

0 Remote control sensor [5]

This sensor receives the control signals from the remote controller.

- Listening mode buttons [32]

Press these buttons to select a listening mode for the current source. Press the DSP button to recall the Onkyo-original DSP modes in

sequence. Press the DIRECT, STEREO or SURROUND button to recall the corresponding listening mode directly.

= PRESET/ADJUST ™/£ buttons [18,19, 29]

These buttons make it possible to store desired radio stations under the desired preset numbers and recall them with an easy operation. Also, these buttons adjust the values and parameters of the mode selected using the AUDIO ADJUST, SPEAKER ADJUST or AUDIO SELECTOR button.

~ MASTER VOLUME dial [21, 24]

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

Index to parts and controls

Display

ab c def h

! SPEAKERS A/B buttons [21, 26]

Press SPEAKERS A/B to turn on/off the speaker system A/B. The (SPEAKERS) A/B indicators corresponding to the selected speaker system light up. You can use SPEAKERS A and B simultaneously.

@ PHONES jack [26]

This is a standard stereo jack for connecting stereo headphones. The audio for the front right and left speakers are sent to the headphone speakers.

# DISPLAY button [27]

Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the display changes.

$ AUDIO SELECTOR button [28]

Press to select an audio input signal format other than FM and AM. Each time this button is pressed, the setting cycles.

Input selector buttons (DVD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, TAPE, TUNER, and CD) [21-25, 28, 33]

These buttons are used to select the input source. Pressing and holding the TAPE button for about 2 seconds allows the TAPE and MD sources to be switched.

^ SPEAKER ADJUST button [18, 19]

Press to select speaker setting item.

& AUDIO ADJUST button [29]

Press to adjust bass, treble, late night function and cinema filter function setting.

* VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks [33]

For connecting a video camera or game device.

a (SPEAKERS) A/B indicators [21, 26]

Shows the current speaker system in use.

b MUTING indicator [26]

Flashes when the mute function is active.

c Source/Listening mode indicators [21, 32]

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

d TUNED indicator [24]

Lights up when a radio station is received.

e MEMORY indicator [25]

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

f AUTO indicator [24]

Lights up to indicate auto reception mode (stereo/monaural). At this time, interstation noise will be muted (FM only). It extinguishes when the monaural reception mode is started by pressing the FM MODE button.

g FM STEREO indicator [24]

Lights up when an FM stereo broadcast station is received.

h RDS indicator (European models only) [24]

Lights up when a RDS station is received.

i SLEEP indicator [27]

Lights up when the sleep timer is active.

j Multi function display

In usual operation, shows the current input source and volume. When the FM or AM input is selected, it shows the frequency and preset number. When the DISPLAY button is pressed, it shows the current input source and the listening mode.

Index to parts and controls

Rear panel

12 3 54

REMOTE CONTROL

VIDEO 2

FM 75

VIDEO 1

DVD MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO 1

FRONT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

SURR

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

DVD

ANTENNA

DIGITAL INPUT

OPTICAL

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT

6 8 9 q ewp

COAXIAL

OUT

TAPE

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

1 ANTENNA [14, 15]

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

2 z (REMOTE CONTROL) [16]

Connect the Onkyo components that have z connectors such as a CD player, and cassette tape deck using the z cables provided with them. When these components are interconnected, they can be controlled from the remote controller provided with the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E.

After connecting the z connectors, check the operation of the remote controller buttons for use in controlling other components.

3 FRONT SPEAKERS A/B [13]

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

4 SURROUND SPEAKERS L/R, CENTER

SPEAKER [13]

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

FRONT SPEAKERS A

FRONT SPEAKERS B

SURROUND SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

AC OUTLET

VOLTAGE

SELECTOR

220-230 V

8 CD IN [10]

Connect the output terminal on the CD player to the CD IN L/R jacks on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E.

9 TAPE IN/OUT [10]

Connect the output terminals (PLAY) of the cassette tape deck or MD recorder to the TAPE IN L/R jacks on the TX-SR500/ TX-SR500E and the input terminals (REC) to the TAPE OUT L/R jacks.

p VIDEO 1 IN/OUT, VIDEO 2 IN [11]

Connect the output terminals (PLAY) of the video cassette recorder to the VIDEO 1 IN L/R jacks on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E and the input terminals (REC) to the VIDEO 1 OUT jacks.

Connect the output terminals of the video cassette player or satellite tuner to the VIDEO 2 IN jacks on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E.

q DVD [11]

By connecting a DVD player, MPEG decoder, or other component that has a multi channel port, you can playback the audio with 5.1 channel output. So, be sure to prepare a cable that can properly connect the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E to the peripheral device.

• You can connect 2 channel audio output to the FRONT L/R jacks.

120 V

5 AC OUTLET [11]

The TX-SR500/TX-SR500E is supplied with AC mains outlet for connecting the power cord from other devices so that their power is supplied through the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E. By doing this, you can use the STANDBY/ON button on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E to turn on and off the connected devices as well.

6 DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL 1, 2, COAXIAL

[10, 11]

These are the digital audio inputs. There are 2 digital inputs with optical jacks and 1 with a coaxial jack. The inputs accept digital audio signals from DVD, LD, CD, or other digital source.

7 SUBWOOFER PRE OUT [13]

This terminal is for connecting an active subwoofer.

w MONITOR OUT [10]

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

e VOLTAGE SELECTOR (worldwide models

only) [5]

Tip

The audio input jacks of the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E do not accept direct connection of an analog turntable.

If you want to connect a turntable to the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E, prepare a phono equalizer and connect it to the unused audio input jacks (IN L/R).

Refer to the instruction manuals of the phono equalizer and turntable for details.

Index to parts and controls

RC-479S (For models other than North American models)

! @

6 7

8 9

Explanations on this page are for controlling the TX-SR500/ TX-SR500E. To operate other components, see “Using the remote controller” on pages 34 through 35, and “Pre-programming remote controller (North American models only)” on pages 36 and 37.

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

1 SLEEP button [27]

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

2 STANDBY/ON button [17]

Turns on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E or put it in standby.

3 Listening mode buttons [32]

Press to change the listening mode.

4 CINE FLTR button [29]

Press to activate/de-activate Cinema Filter function.

5 LATE NIGHT button [29]

Press to change the late night setting.

6 TEST/CH SEL/LEVEL 5/∞ buttons [20, 28]

For setting the output levels for each speaker. These buttons are provided only on the remote controller.

RC-478M (For North American models)

4 5

~ !

6 7

8 9

7 AUDIO SEL button [28]

Press to select an audio input signal format.

8 INPUT SELECTOR buttons [21-25, 28, 33]

For selecting the input source.

9 MUTING button [26]

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

0 PRESET 2/3 button [25]

For selecting a tuner preset channel.

- DIMMER button [27]

For adjusting the brightness of the front display.

= Mode buttons [34-37]

For selecting the component to be operated by the remote controller.

~ SP A/SP B buttons [21, 26]

Press to switch the speaker systems.

! AUDIO ADJUST button [29]

Press to adjust bass, treble, late night function and cinema filter function setting.

@ ADJUST 2/3 button [29]

Press to adjust the values and parameters of the mode selected using the AUDIO ADJUST, SPEAKER ADJUST or AUDIO SELECTOR button.

# VOLUME 5/∞ button [21, 24]

For adjusting the volume.

Connecting to audio/video equipment

Here is explanation of how to connect the main components to the TX-SR500/SR500E in the standard manner. There are many ways that any one component can be connected, and it is up to you to decide which method best fits your situation. The directions given here are only one option and should only be thought of as such. It is best to fully understand the nature of each connector and terminal as well as each of your components and their features to ascertain which method of connection is best.

• Be sure to always refer to the instruction manual that came with the component that you are connecting.

• Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been made.

• For input jacks, red connectors (marked R) are used for the right channel, white connectors (marked L) are used for the left channel, and yellow connectors (marked VIDEO) are used for video connection.

Note

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

TV monitor or Projector (MONITOR OUT)

S VIDEO

VIDEO

VIDEO IN is sent to VIDEO OUT.

• Insert all plugs and connectors securely. Improper connections can result in noise, poor performance, or damage to the equipment.

Improper connection

Inserted completely

• Do not bind audio connection cables with power cords and speaker cables. Doing so may adversely effect the sound quality.

VIDEO

S video plug

Audio (L)

Audio (R)

Optical plug

Video connection cable (Analog signal)

S video connection cable (S video signal)

Audio connection cable (Analog signal)

Optical fiber cable (Digital signal)

Signal flow

ANTENNA

DIGITAL INPUT

OPTICAL

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT

DIGITAL

AUDIO OUT

OUT

OPTICAL

(PLAY)

CD player (CD)

REMOTE CONTROL

VIDEO 2

FM 75

VIDEO 1

DVD MONITOR

OUT

VIDEO 1

FRONT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

SURR

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

DVD

FRONT SPEAKERS A

FRONT SPEAKERS B

SURROUND SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

AC OUTLET

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

COAXIAL

OUT

TAPE

About DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL) jack

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

RL RL

AUDIO IN

(REC)

AUDIO OUT

(PLAY)

DIGITAL

OUT

OPTICAL

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

• To connect the digital output from a component connected to the TAPE jacks to this unit, use the OPTICAL 1 input jack.

To connect the digital output to the OPTICAL 2 or COAXIAL input jack of this unit, it is required to change the assignment of digital inputs to input sources by referring to “Setting the digital inputs” on page 22.

• The TAPE OUT jack does not output the signal input from the

DIGITAL INPUT jack. (The digital signal is not converted into analog signal.)

• To connect the digital output from CD player connected to the CD jacks to this unit, use the OPTICAL 2 input jack.

To connect the digital output to the OPTICAL 1 or COAXIAL input jack of this unit, it is required to change the assignment of digital inputs to input sources by referring to “Setting the digital inputs” on page 22.

Connecting to audio/video equipment

About the DVD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 and MONITOR OUT jacks

Be sure to make the same video connection (either S-VIDEO or standard VIDEO) between your component(s), the amplifier, and your TV. (Otherwise the video may not appear on your TV)

DVD player or component with 5.1 ch output (DVD)

S VIDEO

Note

ANTENNA

DIGITAL

OUT

COAXIAL

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

FM 75

FRONT

AUDIO OUT

SURR

CENTER

SUBWOOFER

•

If the DVD player has both 5.1 channel audio outputs and 2 channel audio outputs, and you want to connect the DVD player only using the FRONT L/R jacks on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E, use the 2 channel audio output jacks on the DVD player.

• If the DVD player only has the 2 channel audio outputs, connect it to the FRONT L/R jacks.

• To connect the digital output from DVD player connected to the DVD jacks to this unit, use the COAXIAL input jack.

To connect the digital output to the OPTICAL 1 or 2 input jack of this unit, it is required to change the assignment of digital inputs to input sources by referring to “Setting the digital inputs” on page 22.

The shape and capacity of the AC outlet may differ depending on the area of purchase.

AC OUTLET

AC 120 V 60 Hz

SWITCHED

W 1 A

120

AC OUTLET

AC 230-240 V

MAX.

SWITCHED 100W MAX.

or etc

Caution

Make sure that the capacity of the other components connected to this unit does not exceed the capacity that is printed on the rear panel (e.g., 120 watts).

FRONT SPEAKERS A

FRONT SPEAKERS B

SURROUND SPEAKERS

AC OUTLET

DIGITAL INPUT

OPTICAL

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT

If you have an LD player with AC-3RF output, connect via an AC-3RF demodulator to one of the TX-SR500/ TX-SR500E’s DIGITAL INPUT terminals.

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

OUT

REMOTE

COAXIAL

CONTROL

OUT

TAPE

VIDEO 1

DVD MONITOR

OUT

SURR

FRONT

DVD

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

VIDEO

S VIDEO

Video

Audio (L)

CENTER

DO NOT connect the

SPEAKER

power cord (mains

lead) at this time.

Video

Audio (L)

Audio/video

Audio (R)

connection cable

S video plug

S video cable (S video signal)

Note

Coaxial plug

Coaxial cable (Digital signal)

RL RLLR

Signal flow

AUDIO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

S VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

S VIDEO

Video cassette player, Satellite tuner, LD

VCR (VIDEO 1)

player* etc. (VIDEO 2)

To connect the digital output from satellite tuner etc. connected to the VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 jacks to the COAXIAL, OPTICAL 1 or 2 input jack of this unit, it is required to change the assignment of digital inputs to input sources by referring to “Setting the digital inputs” on page 22.

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUT

S VIDEO

OUT

Note

Be sure to make the same video connection (either S-VIDEO or standard VIDEO) between your component(s), the amplifier, and your TV.

Positioning speakers/Connecting speakers

Two speaker systems (FRONT SPEAKERS A and FRONT SPEAKERS B) can be connected to the Receiver. The FRONT SPEAKERS A system is to be placed in the main room, and the FRONT SPEAKERS B system is to be placed in a second room.

The configuration of the FRONT SPEAKERS A system

The FRONT SPEAKERS A system consists of the front left, center, and right speakers, surround left and right speakers, and subwoofer. You can reproduce the sounds such as Dolby surround and DTS surround.

The configuration of the FRONT SPEAKERS B system

The FRONT SPEAKERS B system consists of the front left and right speakers. You can reproduce only monaural and stereo sounds.

Standard speaker placement of the SPEAKERS A system

Speaker placement plays an important role in the reproduction of Surround sound. The placement of the speakers varies depending on the size of the room and the wall coverings used in the room. The illustration below shows

an example of a layout for standard speaker placement. Refer to this example when you position the speakers in order to experience the best of Surround sound.

For ideal Surround effects, all speakers should be installed. If a center speaker or subwoofer is not connected, the sound from the unused channel is properly distributed to the connected speakers in

order to reproduce the best Surround sound possible.

Front

The center speaker reproduces a richer sound image by enhancing the perception of the sound’s source and movement.

The left, right, and center speakers should face the seated listener and be placed at ear level.

Front

left

Speaker

Sub-

woofer

TV/Screen

Center

Speaker

Front

right

Speaker

Surround

The surround speakers reproduce the feel of a moving sound while creating the sensation of being in the middle of the action.

Place the left and right surround speakers 3 feet (1 meter) above the listener’s ear level and facing toward the sides of the room, making sure that the listener is within the speakers’ dispersion angle.

Subwoofer

Surround

left

Speaker

Surround

right

Speaker

Install a subwoofer with a built-in power amplifier for powerful bass sounds. The placement of the subwoofer does not affect the final quality of the sound

image much, therefore, you can install it wherever it is convenient.

Refer to the speakers’ instruction manuals for details.

Using the provided speaker labels

The speaker terminals (+) of this unit are given different colors for ease of identification. By attaching the provided speaker labels to the speaker cables, the cables to be connected to the terminals can be identified easily.

Attach the speaker label of each color to the speaker cable for the corresponding terminal and connect the speaker cable to the terminal having the same color as the label attached to the cable.

The speaker terminals are colored as follows.

Front left speaker (+): whtie Front Right speaker (+): red Center speaker (+): green Surround left speaker (+): blue Surround right speaker (+): gray

Speaker

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