COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY MARK ON THE
SCHEMATIC DIAGRAM AND IN THE PARTS LIST ARE
CRITICAL FOR RISK OF FIRE AND ELECTRIC SHOCK.
REPLACE THESE COMPONENTS WITH ONKYO
PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS APPEAR AS SHOWN
IN THIS MANUAL.
MAKE LEAKAGE-CURRENT OR RESISTANCE
MEASUREMENTS TO DETERMINE THAT EXPOSED
PARTS ARE ACCEPTABLY INSULATED FROM THE
SUPPLY CIRCUIT BEFORE RETURNING THE
APPLIANCE TO THE CUSTOMER.
Specifications
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TX-SR501/E
AMPLIFIER SECTION
Continuous Average Power output (FTC)
All channels:65 watts per channel min. RMS at
Continuous Power output (DIN)
Maximum Power output (EIAJ)
Dynamic power output:
Total Harmonic Distortion:0.08% at rated power
IM Distortion:0.08% at rated power
Damping Factor:60 at 8 Ω
Input Sensitivity and Impedance
DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL 1, 2):0.5 Vp-p, 75 Ω
DIGITAL INPUT (COAXIAL):0.5 Vp-p, 75 Ω
LINE (CD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3, TAPE):200 mV, 47 kΩ
Rec out (TAPE, VIDEO 1): 200 mV, 470 Ω
Pre out (SUBWOOFER): 1 V, 470 Ω
Frequency Response:10 Hz to 100 kHz,
Tone Control
Bass:±12 dB at 50 Hz
Treble:±12 dB at 20 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: CD/TAPE: 100 dB
Muting: –50 dB
8 Ω, 2 channels driven from 20 Hz
to 20 kHz with no more than 0.08%
total harmonic distortion.
80 watts per channel min. RMS at
6 Ω, 2 channels driven from 1 kHz
with no more than 0.1% total harmonic distortion.
× 2 at 6 Ω
85 watts
115 watts
160 watts
125 watts
85 watts
0.08% at 1 watt output
0.08% at 1 watt output
+1/–3 dB (Direct mode)
(IHF-A, Direct mode)
× 2 at 6 Ω
× 2 at 3 Ω
× 2 at 4 Ω
× 2 at 8 Ω
VIDEO SECTION
Input Sensitivity and Impedance
VIDEO (DVD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3):1 Vp-p, 75 Ω
S VIDEO (DVD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3):1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (Y)
COMPONENT VIDEO 1, 2:1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (Y)
Output Level and Impedance
VIDEO (VIDEO 1, 2, MONITOR):1 Vp-p, 75 Ω
S VIDEO (VIDEO 1, 2, MONITOR): 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (Y)
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT:1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (Y)
0.28 Vp-p, 75 Ω (C)
0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω (P
0.28 Vp-p, 75 Ω (C)
0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω (P
B
B
, PR)
, PR)
TUNER SECTION
FM
Tuning Range
North American models:87.50-108.00 MHz (100 kHz steps)
Other models:87.50-108.00 MHz (50 kHz steps)
Usable Sensitivity
Mono: 11.2 dBf, 1.0 µV (75 Ω, IHF)
Stereo: 17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 Ω, IHF)
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity
Mono: 17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 Ω)
Stereo: 37.2 dBf, 20.0 µV (75 Ω)
Capture Ratio: 2.0 dB
Image Rejection Ratio
North American models: 40 dB
Other models: 85 dB
IF Rejection Ratio: 90 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Mono: 76 dB
Stereo: 70 dB
Alternate Channel Attenuation: 55 dB
Selectivity: 50 dB (DIN)
AM Suppression Ratio: 50 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion
Mono: 0.2%
Stereo: 0.3%
Frequency Response: 30 Hz-15 kHz, –1.0 dB
Stereo Separation: 45 dB at 1 kHz
0.9 µV (75 Ω, DIN)
23 µV (75 Ω DIN)
30 dB at 100 Hz-10 kHz
AM
Tuning Range
North American models: 530-1,710 kHz (10 kHz steps)
European & Australian models:522-1,611 kHz (9 kHz steps)
Worldwide models: 522-1,611 kHz (9 kHz steps), or
Usable Sensitivity: 30 µV
Image Rejection Ratio: 40 dB
IF Rejection Ratio: 40 dB
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 40 dB
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.7%
530-1,710 kHz (10 kHz steps)
GENERAL
Power Supply and Power Consumption:
AC 120 V, 60 Hz4.6 A
AC 230-240 V, 50 Hz370 W
AC 220-230 V and 120 V switchable, 50/60 Hz370 W
Dimensions (W
Weight
North American models: 19.6 lbs., 8.9 kg
European models: 21.6 lbs., 9.8 kg
Other models: 21.8 lbs., 9.9 kg
× H × D): 17-1/8" × 5-7/8" × 14-13/16"
× 150 × 376 mm
435
REMOTE CONTROL
Transmitter: Infrared
Signal range: Approx. 16 ft., 5 meters
Power supply:
Two “AA” batteries (1.5 V
× 2)
Specifications and features are subject to change without notice. Power supply and voltage vary depending on the area in which the unit is purchased.
SERVICE PROCEDURES
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TX-SR501/E
1. Replacing the fuses
This symbol located near the fuses indicates that the
fuse used is fast operating type. For continued protection against
fire hazard, replace with same type fuse. For fuse rating refer to
the marking adjacent to the symbol.
Ce symbole indique que le fusible utlise est a rapide.
Pour une protection permanente, n'untiliser que fusibles de
meme type. Ce darnier est la qu le present symbol est
appse.
CIRCUIT NO. PART NO.
DESCRIPTION
F6901,F6902 252198 or8A-UL or
2522618A-T/UL-ST2 <D>
2520998A-EAK ,Fuse <O>
F901 252166 or6.3A-UL/T-237 or
2522606.3A-T/UL-ST2,Fuse <D/T/Q/R>
F902 252076,3.15A-SE-EAK,
252242 or3.15A-SE-TL250V or
2522763.15A-SE-TL250V <O>
F903 252075,2.5A-SE-EAK,
252241 or2.5A-SE-TL250V or
2522752.5A-SE-TL250V,Fuse <O>
Note: <D>:120V model only
<O>: Other models except 120V model
<T>: Asian model only for 230V
<R>: Chinese model only
<Q>: Hongkong model only
2. To initialize the unit
This device employs a microprocessor to perform various
functions and operations. If interference generated by an external
power supply, radio wave, or other electrical source results in
accident which causes the specified operations and functions to
operate abnormally.
To perform a result, please follow the procedure below.
1.Press and hold down the VIDEO-1 button, then press the
STANDBY/ON button.
2.After "CLEAR" is displayed, the preset memory and each
mode stored in the memory, such as surround, are
initialized and will return to the factory setting.
3. Unplug the power supply cord.
3. Safety-check out
(U.S.A. model only)
After correcting the original service problem, perform the
following safety check before releasing the set to the customer.
Leakage Current Check
Measure leakage current to a known earth ground(water pipe,
conduit, etc.) by connecting a leakage current tester between
the earth ground and exposed metal parts of the appliance
(input/output terminals, screwheads,metal overlays, etc.).
Plug the power supply cord directly into a 120V AC 60 Hz outlet
and turn Standby switch on. Any current meausred must not
exceed 0.5mA.
4.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.
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
AM
75
Y
B
P
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
PR
12
IN
TAPE
DVD MONITOR
OUT
IN
IN
IN
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
OUT
IN
IN
SURR
FRONT
L
R
L
R
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
DVD
FRONT
SPEAKERS B
L
VIDEO
R
S VIDEO
CENTER
SUB
OOFER
W
L
R
FRONT
SPEAKERS A
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
L
R
CENTER
SPEAKER
SURROUND BACK
SPEAKER
AC OUTLET
SWITCHED
100W MAX.
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
120 V
220-230 V
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
120 V
220-230 V
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
VIDEO 1
/2/3
DVD IN
OUT
IN
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICAL COAXIAL
OUT
IN
L
R
CD
5.Setting the AM tuning step frequency
(Worldwide models only)
If you are using the Worldwide model (i.e., your TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E has a VOLTAGE SELECTOR on the rear
panel), you need to set the AM tuning interval for compatibility with AM broadcasts in your particular country. The initial setting is 9 kHz.
North America: 10 kHz
Other countries: 9 kHz
TUNER
T o set the AM tuning interval, while
holding down the [TUNER] button,
press the [MEMORY] button.
MEMORY
FM MODE
CLEAR
Note:
All presets are deleted when you change this setting.
Controls & Connectors—Continued
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Rear Panel
TX-SR501/E
16
COMPONENT VIDEO
VIDEO 1
/2/3
DVD IN
IN
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICALCOAXIAL
IN
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
CD
789JKM NO
ANTENNA
OUT
12
OUT
TAPE
AM
Y
P
B
PR
REMOTE
CONTROL
IN
L
R
VIDEO 2
IN
IN
VIDEO 2
OUT
OUT
FM
75
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 1
IN
IN
DVD MONITOR
OUT
IN
SURR
FRONT
L
R
DVD
CENTER
SUB
WOOFER
VIDEO
S VIDEO
L
4532
FRONT
SPEAKERS B
L
R
FRONT
SPEAKERS A
L
R
L
R
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
CENTER
SPEAKER
SURROUND BACK
SPEAKER
AC OUTLET
SWITCHED
100W MAX.
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
220-230 V
K (19)
A COMPONENT VIDEO (10, 12, 14, 16)
These RCA/phono connectors can be used to connect a TV,
DVD player, or other AV component with component video
inputs and outputs.
B AM ANTENNA (22, 23)
These push terminals are for connecting an AM antenna.
C FM ANTENNA (22, 23)
This connector is for connecting an FM antenna.
D FRONT SPEAKERS B (21)
These push terminals are for connecting speaker set B.
E FRONT SPEAKERS A, SURROUND SPEAKERS,
CENTER SPEAKER & SURROUND BACK
SPEAKER (21)
These terminal posts are for connecting speaker set A, including the front, surround, center, and surround-back speakers.
They accept bare wires or banana plugs (European models
don’t accept banana plugs).
F AC OUTLET (11)
This switched AC outlet can be used to supply power to
another AV component. The connector type depends on the
country in which you purchased your TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E.
G DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL 1, 2 & COAXIAL (10,
13, 14, 16–18)
These optical and coaxial connectors can be used to connect a
CD, DVD, or LD (laser disc) player, or other AV component
with digital outputs.
This (Remote Interactive) connector can be connected to
the connector on another Onkyo AV component, for
example, a CD player, DVD player, or cassette recorder. The
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s remote controller can then be used
to control that component. To use , you must make an analog RCA/phono connection between your TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E and the other AV component, even if they are
connected digitally.
L VIDEO 1 IN/OUT & VIDEO 2 IN (10, 14–16, 39)
These connectors can be used to connect a VCR or other AV
component. There are RCA/phono connectors for connecting
to stereo analog audio inputs and outputs, and S-Video and
composite video (RCA/phono) connectors for connecting to
video inputs and outputs.
M DVD IN/MULTI CH INPUT (10, 12, 13)
The FRONT, SURR, CENTER, and SUBWOOFER RCA/
phono connectors can be used to connect AV components with
multiple analog audio outputs, including DVD players with
individual 5.1 surround analog outputs. There’s an S-Video
input and composite video (RCA/phono) input for connecting
the video signal.
N MONITOR OUT (10, 12)
These S-Video and composite video (RCA/phono) outputs can
be connected to the video input on your TV or projector.
O VOLTAGE SELECTOR (Worldwide model only)
(5)
This voltage selector provides compatibility with power systems around the world.
H SUBWOOFER PRE OUT (21)
This RCA/phono connector can be used to connect an active
subwoofer.
I CD IN (10, 17)
These RCA/phono connectors can be used to connect a CD
player with analog outputs.
J TAPE IN/OUT (10, 17, 18)
These RCA/phono connectors can be used to connect a cassette recorder, MiniDisc recorder, or other recorder with analog inputs and outputs.
Tip:
A turntable with a built-in preamp can be connected to a pair of
unused TX-SR501/TX-SR501E analog inputs. To connect a
turntable without a built-in preamp, you’ll need a commercially available phono preamp. See pages 17 and 18 and the
instructions supplied with your phono preamp and turntable for
more information.
120 V
Worldwide
model only
Front Panel
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North American Model
234589JKML6N7
TX-SR501/E
STANDBY/ON
AB
SPEAKERS
PHONES
OQR TUSP
Other Models
234589JKML6N7
1
STANDBY/ON
POWER
OFFON
AB
SPEAKERS
PHONES
STANDBY
STANDBY
AUDIO
SELECTOR
AUDIO
SELECTOR
DISPLAY
DISPLAY
MASTER VOLUME
STEREO
DIRECT
DSP
SURROUND
PRESET/ADJUST
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO 1
VCR
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO 1
SUBWOOFER
MODE
VIDEO
SUBWOOFER
MODE
VIDEO
FM MODE
MEMORY
CLEAR
2
3
VIDEO
FM MODE
MEMORY
CLEAR
VIDEO
2
3
DIMMER
DVD
DIMMER
DVD
TUNING
TAPETUNER
TUNING
TAPETUNER
SPEAKER ADJUST
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
INPUT
C
D
STEREO
DIRECT
DSP
SURROUND
PRESET/ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
C
D
VIDEO 3
VIDEOLR
S VIDEOAUDIO
MASTER VOLUME
INPUT
VIDEO 3
OQR TUSP
A POWER switch (24)
The North American model doesn’t have this switch.
This is the main power switch. When set to OFF, the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is completely shutdown. When set to
ON, the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is in Standby mode and the
STANDBY indicator lights up.
Don’t turn on the power until you’ve completed, and double
ked all connections.
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Note:
Turning on the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E 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-SR501/TX-SR501E into a different branch circuit.
VCR
VIDEOLR
S VIDEOAUDIO
B STANDBY/ON button (24)
This button is used to set the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E to On or
Standby. For models with a POWER switch, this button has no
effect unless the POWER switch is set to ON.
C STANDBY indicator (24)
This indicator lights up when the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is in
Standby mode, and it flashes while a signal is being received
from the remote controller.
D DIMMER button (32)
This button is used to adjust the display brightness.
E DIGITAL INPUT button (24)
This button is used to assign the digital inputs.
F SUBWOOFER MODE button (25)
This button is used to select the Subwoofer modes.
Controls & Connectors—Continued
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TX-SR501/E
G MEMORY button (30, 31)
This button is used when storing and deleting radio presets.
H FM MODE button (31)
This button is used to select the FM radio Stereo and Mono
modes. It’s also used when deleting radio presets.
I TUNING [] [ ] buttons (30)
These buttons are used to tune into radio stations.
J Remote control sensor (5)
This sensor receives control signals from the remote controller.
K Listening mode buttons (36)
These buttons are used to select the listening modes.
L PRESET/ADJUST [] [ ] buttons (25, 26, 31,
37)
This button is used to select radio presets and adjust parameter
values.
M MASTER VOLUME control (28, 30)
This control is used to set the volume of the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E.
N SPEAKER A & B buttons (28, 32)
These buttons are used to turn speaker sets A and B on and off.
O PHONES jack (33)
This 1/4-inch phone jack is for connecting a standard pair of
stereo headphones for private listening.
P DISPLAY button (32)
This button is used to display various information about the
currently selected source.
Q AUDIO SELECTOR button (28, 29)
This button is used to select the input signal format.
R Input selector buttons (24, 28–30, 39)
These buttons are used to select the audio and video sources:
CD, DVD, TAPE, TUNER, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, or VIDEO 3.
S SPEAKER ADJUST button (25, 26)
This button is used to adjust various speaker-related parameters.
T AUDIO ADJUST button (37)
This button is used to set the Bass, Treble, Late Night, Cinema
Filter, Center Image, Panorama, Dimension, and Center Width
functions.
U VIDEO 3 INPUT connectors (15, 39)
These S-Video, composite video (RCA/phono), and analog
audio (RCA/phono) inputs can be used to connect a video
camera or games console.
Display
1234
56
For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis.
1 A & B speaker indicators (28, 32)
Indicator A lights up when speaker set A is on. Indicator B
lights up when speaker set B is on.
2 MUTING indicator (33)
This indicator flashes when the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is
muted.
3 Source/listening mode indicators (28, 36)
These indicators display information about the currently
selected source and listening mode.
4 Tuning indicators (30, 31)
TUNED (30): This indicator lights up when the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E is tuned into a radio station.
AUTO (30): This indicator lights up when the Auto Tuning
function is on.
RDS (European model only) (31): This indicator lights
up when the TX-SR501E is tuned into a radio station that supports RDS (Radio Data System).
MEMORY (31): This indicator lights up when programming
radio presets.
FM STEREO (31): This indicator lights up when the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is tuned into a stereo FM station.
5 SLEEP indicator (33)
This indicator lights up when the Sleep function has been set.
6 Message area
This area of the display shows various information about the
currently selected source.
Supplied Accessories
Page 7
Make sure you have the following accessories:
Indoor FM antenna
(connector type varies from
AM loop antenna
country to country)
Power-plug adapter
TX-SR501/E
Only supplied in certain countries. Use
this adapter if your AC outlet does not
match with the plug on the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s power cord. (Adapter varies from country to country.)
Left
Left
Left
Left
Left
Left
Right
Right
Surround
Surround
Surround
Surround
Surround
Right
Surround
Left
Surround
Right
Surround
Left
3
Right
Right
Right
Right
Center
Center
Zone 2
Zone 2
Zone 2
Zone 2
Surround Back
Surround Back
Surround Back
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
Not supplied with North American and
European models.
75/300-ohm antenna
adapter
Remote controller &
two batteries (AA/R6)
Left
Left
Left
Left
Front
Front
Front
Front
Right
Right
Right
Right
Zone 2
Zone 2
Zone 2
Zone 2
/
/
/
/
SP-B
SP-B
SP-B
SP-B
Zone 2
Zone 2
Zone 2
Zone 2
/
/
/
/
Front
Left
Front
Right
SP-B
Left
SP-B
Right
Front
Left
Front
Right
SP-B
Left
SP-B
Right
1
2
Speaker Cable
Speaker cable labels
* In catalogs and on packaging, the letter added to the end of the product name indicates the color of the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E. Specifications and operation
are the same regardless of color.
Controls & Connectors—Continued
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TX-SR501/E
Remote Controller—RCVR Mode
RC-518M (North American model)
1J
2
3
4
K
L
Press this to select
RCVR mode
5
M
N
O
6
7
8
9
RC-479S (other models)
P
1J
2
3
4
K
L
Press this to select
RCVR mode
M
5
N
O
6
7
8
9
P
This page describes only those buttons that can be used to
control the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E when the remote controller is in RCVR mode (Rece
To select RCVR mode, press the [RCVR] button.
iver mode).
A SLEEP button (33)
This button is used to set the Sleep function. This function can
be set only with the remote controller.
B STANDBY/ON button (24)
This button is used to set the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E to On or
Standby.
C Listening mode buttons (36)
These buttons are used to select the listening modes.
D CINE FLTR button (37)
This button is used to set the Cinema Filter function.
E LATE NIGHT button (37)
This button is used to set the Late Night function.
F TEST, CH SEL & LEVEL [ ] [ ] buttons (27, 29,
33)
These buttons are used to set the level of each speaker individually. This function can be set only with the remote controller.
G AUDIO SEL button (29)
This button is used to select analog or digital inputs for the
CD, DVD, TAPE, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, and VIDEO 3 sources.
H Input selector buttons (28, 30, 39)
These buttons are used to select the audio and video sources:
CD, DVD, TAPE, TUNER, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, and
VIDEO 3.
I MUTING button (33)
This button is used to mute the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E. This
function can be set only with the remote controller.
J PRESET [] [ ] buttons (31)
These buttons are used to select radio presets.
K DIMMER button (32)
This button is used to adjust the display brightness.
L Remote Controller Mode buttons (28, 40, 42)
These buttons are used to select the remote controller modes.
To select RCVR mode, press the [RCVR] button.
M SP A & SP B buttons (28, 32)
These buttons are used to turn on and off speaker sets A and B
individually.
N AUDIO ADJUST button (37)
This button is used to set the Bass, Treble, Late Night, Cinema
Filter, Center Image, Panorama, Dimension, and Center Width
functions.
O ADJUST [] [ ] buttons (37)
These buttons are used to adjust the functions selected with
the AUDIO ADJUST button.
P VOLUME [ ] [ ] buttons (27, 28, 33)
These buttons are used to set the volume of the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E.
EXPLODED VIEW
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TX-SR501/E
11
Chinese
model only
32
33
U24
P901
U23
T901
33
F903
F901
F902
63
U25
33
2
U31
P101
U9
31
U15
U27
**
U28
U27
2
2
13
Q6055
5
U14
U10
**
U28
2
F6901
F6902
Q6050
Q6060
9
9
U21
U13
U26
Q6065
55
2
12
U17
U1
54
2
2
U22
U12
10
*
U4
P7503
2
4
3
*
P7502
*
17
17
U3
U6
17
16
18
1
2
51
21
22
23
56
52
25
53
53
24
TX-SR501/E
6
8
8
7
U5
21
22
* 3, 4 & U22:Except 120V model
** U27X2:Except 120V model