Onkyo TX-SR502E, TX-SR502 User Manual 2

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AV Receiver

TX-SR502 TX-SR502E

Contents

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

Connection .................................... 16

Turning On & First Time Setup..... 31

Instruction Manual

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

Basic Operation

Playing your AV components ....... 34

Using the Tuner............................ 36

Enjoying the Listening Modes ..... 40

Advanced Operation..................... 45

Troubleshooting ............................ 56

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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 WARNING

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

OUVRIR

15. Damage Requiring Service Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen

into the apparatus,

C. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or

water,

D. If the apparatus does not operate normally by

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

E. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in

any way, and

F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in

performance this indicates a need for service.

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

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

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

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Precautions

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

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

2. AC Fuse —The AC fuse inside the TX-SR502/

TX-SR502E is not user-serviceable. If you cannot turn on the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E, contact your Onkyo dealer.

3. Care —Occasionally you should dust the

TX-SR502/TX-SR502E 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 TX-SR502/TX-SR502E 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 TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E’s rear panel (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz).

For American model

Setting the [STANDBY/ON] switch to STANDBY does not fully shutdown the TX-SR502. If you do not intend to use the TX-SR502 for an extended period, remove the power cord from the AC outlet.

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

Memory backup

The TX-SR502/TX-SR502E uses a battery-less memory backup system in order to retain radio presets and other settings when it’s unplugged or in the case of a power failure. Although no batteries are required, the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E must be plugged into an AC outlet in order to charge the backup system. (On non-American models, the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E’s POWER switch must be set to ON in order to charge the backup system.) Once it has been charged, the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E will retain the settings for several weeks, although this depends on the environment and will be shorter in humid climates.

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

I. MORI

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH

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Precautions —Continued

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.

For Canadian Models

NOTE:

COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:

CAUTION:

MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,

Supplied Accessories

Make sure you have the following accessories:

Remote controller & two batteries (AA/R6)

Indoor FM antenna

AM loop antenna

Power-plug adapter

Only supplied in certain countries. Use this adapter if your AC outlet does not match with the plug on the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E’s power cord. (Adapter varies from country to country.)

75/300-ohm antenna adapter

(Not supplied with American and European models.)

Left

Front

Zone 2

SP-B

Zone 2

Front

Left

SP-B

Left

Front

Left

SP-B

Left

Speaker Cable

Speaker cable labels

Front

Right

Zone 2

Surround

SP-B

Zone 2

Front

Right

SP-B

Right

Surround

Front

Right

SP-B

Right

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

Modèle canadien

REMARQUE:

LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. Sur les modèles dont la ﬁche est polarisée:

ATTENTION:

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

CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLEC-

* In catalogs and on packaging, the letter added to the end of

the product name indicates the color of the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E. Speciﬁcations and operation are the same regardless of color.

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Features

Amp

• 6-channel ampliﬁer

• 75 watts per channel min. RMS at 8 Ω , 2 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.08% total harmonic distortion

• WRAT (Wide Range Ampliﬁer Technology)

• Optimum gain volume circuitry

Processing

• Dolby

• DTS, DTS-ES Matrix/Discrete, DTS Neo:6, and DTS

• Cinema Filter function

• Linear PCM 96 kHz/24-bit D/A converters on all

• Pure Audio listening mode (not American model)

Audio/Video

• Adjustable crossover (60, 80, 100, 120, 150 Hz)

• HDTV-capable component video (2 inputs, 1 output)

•4 S-Video inputs, 2 outputs

•4 assignable digital inputs (3 optical, 1 coaxial)

• Subwoofer pre out

• Color-coded multichannel input for use with Super

• A/B speaker drive

• Color-coded speaker terminal posts

Digital EX and Dolby Pro Logic IIx

96/24 processing

channels

Audio CD and DVD-Audio

Table of Contents

Introduction

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

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

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

Features....................................................5

Front & Rear Panels ................................ 6

Before Using the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E.. 9

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

Connection

Connecting Your Speakers...................16

Connecting Antenna .............................18

Connecting the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E .. 20

Turning on & First Time Setup

Turning On ............................................. 31

First Time Setup ....................................31

Basic Operation

Playing Your AV Components..............34

Using the Tuner ..................................... 36

Common Functions...............................38

Enjoying the listening Modes

FM/AM Tuner

• 30 FM/AM presets

• FM/AM auto tuning

• RDS (Radio Data System) (Europe only)

Remote Controller

• Preprogrammed for use with other AV components

1. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

2. “DTS,” “DTS 96/24,” “DTS-ES,” and “Neo:6” are trade-

marks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

Using the Listening Modes...................40

Advanced Operation

Recording............................................... 45

Advanced Function ............................... 46

Advanced Setup ....................................48

Controlling Other Components............50

Troubleshooting .................................... 56

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Front & Rear Panels

Front Panel

American Model

BC5GHJ KL NI M

Other Models

STANDBY/ON

SPEAKERS BA

PHONES

STANDBY/ON

POWER

SPEAKERS BA

PRESET

S VIDEO

MASTER VOLUME

INPUT

VIDEO 3

VIDEO

AUDIO

TUNING

ENTER

STANDBY

LISTENING

MODE

VIDEO

DISPLAYTONE TUNING MODEDIGITAL INPUT

VIDEO 2

VIDEO

VCR

MEMORY

CLEAR

TAPE TUNER

SRTUVWX

STEREO

DVD

MULTI CH

QOP

RETURNSETUP

D6A

PRESET

MASTER VOLUME

INPUT

VIDEO 3

TUNING

PURE AUDIO

STANDBY

OFF

PURE AUDIO

LISTENING

MODE

DISPLAYTONE

MEMORY

TUNING MODEDIGITAL INPUT

CLEAR

ENTER

RETURNSETUP

For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis.

POWER switch (31)

The American model doesn’t have this switch. This is the main power switch. When set to OFF, the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E is completely shutdown. When set to ON, the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E is in Standby mode and the STANDBY indicator lights up. Don’t turn on the power until you’ve completed, and double-checked all connections (pages 17–30).

STANDBY/ON button (31)

This button is used to set the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E to On or Standby. For models with a POWER switch, this button has no effect unless the POWER switch is set to ON.

STANDBY indicator (31)

This indicator lights up when the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E is in Standby mode, and it ﬂashes while a signal is being received from the remote controller.

PURE AUDIO indicator (41)

The American model doesn’t have this indicator. This indicator lights up when the Pure Audio listening mode is selected. (No video signals are output in this mode.)

STEREO button (41)

This button is used to select the Stereo listening mode. (American model only)

PURE AUDIO button (41)

The American model doesn’t have this button. This button is used to select the Pure Audio listening mode.

LISTENING MODE [ ] [ ] buttons (41)

These buttons are used to select the listening modes.

DISPLAY button (35)

This button is used to display various information about the currently selected source.

DIGITAL INPUT button (31, 47)

This button is used to assign the digital inputs and to specify the format of digital input signals.

Display

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Front & Rear Panels —Continued

Remote control sensor (9)

This sensor receives control signals from the remote controller.

Arrow buttons

These buttons are used to select and adjust settings.

TUNING [ ] [ ] buttons

These buttons are used to tune into radio stations.

PRESET [ ] [ ] buttons

These buttons are used to select radio presets.

ENTER button

This button is used to conﬁrm settings.

MASTER VOLUME control (34)

This control is used to set the volume of the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E.

SPEAKER A & B buttons (34)

These buttons are used to turn speaker sets A and B on and off.

PHONES jack (39)

This 1/4-inch phone jack is for connecting a standard pair of stereo headphones for private listening.

Display

TONE, [–] & [+] buttons (38)

These buttons are used to adjust the bass and treble.

MULTI CH button (35)

This button is used to select the multichannel DVD input.

Input selector buttons (31, 34, 45)

These buttons are used to select the input sources.

MEMORY button (36, 37)

This button is used to preset radio stations.

TUNING MODE button (37)

This button is used to select the Auto or Manual Tuning mode.

SETUP button

This button is used to access various settings.

RETURN button

This button is used to return to the previous screen when changing settings.

VIDEO 3 INPUT (27)

These S-Video, composite video, and analog audio inputs can be used to connect a camcorder or games console.

123

For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis.

MUTING indicator (39)

This indicator ﬂashes when the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E is muted.

Source/listening mode indicators (42)

These indicators show the currently selected listening mode and digital audio format.

Tuning indicators (36)

TUNED (36): This indicator lights up when the

TX-SR502/TX-SR502E is tuned into a radio station.

AUTO (36): This indicator lights up when Auto

Tuning is selected, and disappears when Manual Tuning is selected.

RDS (European model only) (36): This indica-

tor lights up when the TX-SR502E is tuned to a

radio station that supports RDS (Radio Data System).

MEMORY (36): This indicator lights up when pre-

setting radio stations.

FM STEREO (36): This indicator lights up when

the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E is tuned to a stereo FM station.

SLEEP indicator (39)

This indicator lights up when the Sleep function has been set.

Message area

This area of the display shows various information about the currently selected source.

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Front & Rear Panels —Continued

Rear Panel

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO 1

/2/3IN

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT

789JK M N O

For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis.

COMPONENT VIDEO (20–23, 25, 26)

A DVD player, TV, or other component that supports component video can be connected here.

AM ANTENNA (18, 19)

These push terminals are for connecting an AM antenna.

FM ANTENNA (18, 19)

This socket is for connecting an FM antenna.

FRONT SPEAKERS B (17)

These terminal posts are for connecting speaker set B.

FRONT SPEAKERS A, SURROUND SPEAKERS, CENTER SPEAKER & SURROUND BACK SPEAKER (17)

These terminal posts are for connecting speaker set A.

AC OUTLET (30)

This switched AC outlet can be used to supply power to another component. The connector type depends on the country in which you purchased your TX-SR502/TX-SR502E.

DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1, 2, 3 & COAXIAL (20–23, 25, 26, 28, 29)

These optical and coaxial sockets can be used to connect a CD, DVD, or LD (laser disc) player and other components with digital audio outputs.

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT (17)

A powered subwoofer can be connected here.

CD IN (28)

These analog inputs can be used to connect a CD player with analog outputs.

TAPE IN/OUT (28, 29, 33)

These analog inputs and outputs can be used to connect a cassette recorder, Mini Disc recorder, or other recorder with analog inputs and outputs.

DVD IN

OUT

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL COAXIAL

OUT

ANTENNA

REMOTE CONTROL

123

TAPE

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

DVD MONITOR

OUT

SURR

FRONT

VIDEO 1

DVD

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

VIDEO

S VIDEO

FRONT SPEAKERS B

4532

Class 2 Wiring

SURROUND SPEAKERS

CENTER SPEAKER

SURROUND BACK SPEAKER

AV RECEIVER

MODEL NO. TX

FRONT SPEAKERS A

502

(30)

This (Remote Interactive) socket can be connected to the socket on another Onkyo compo-

nent. The TX-SR502/TX-SR502E’s remote controller can then be used to control that compo-

nent. To use , you must make an analog audio connection (RCA) between the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E and the other component, even if they are connected digitally.

Note:

can only be used with Onkyo components.

VIDEO 1 IN/OUT & VIDEO 2 IN (24, 25, 45)

The VIDEO 1 S-Video, composite video, and audio inputs and outputs can be used to connect a VCR. The VIDEO 2 S-Video, composite video, and audio inputs can be used to connect another video source (e.g., cable TV, satellite TV, or a set-top box).

DVD IN/MULTI CH INPUT (23, 24)

The FRONT, SURR, CENTER, and SUBWOOFER inputs can be used to connect components with multiple analog audio outputs, including DVD players with individual 5.1-channel analog outputs. The S-Video or composite video input should be connected to a video output on the DVD player.

MONITOR OUT (21, 22)

The S-Video or composite video output should be connected to a video input on your TV or projector.

VOLTAGE SELECTOR (Worldwide model

only) (9)

This voltage selector provides compatibility with power systems around the world.

AC OUTLET

SWITCHED 100W MAX.

VOLTAGE

SELECTOR

220-230

120

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Before Using the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E

Setting the Voltage Selector (Worldwide model only)

The Worldwide model has a voltage selector for compatibility with power systems around the world. Before you plug in this model, make sure that the voltage selector is set to the correct voltage for your area. If it isn’t, use a small screwdriver to set it as appropriate. For example, if the voltage in your area is 120 volts, set the selector to “120V.” If it’s between 220 and 230 volts, set it to “220230V.”

COMPONENT VIDEO

ANTENNA

OUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

DVD MONITOR

123

TAPE

OUT

REMOTE CONTROL

VIDEO 2

VIDEO

S VIDEO

OUT

SURR CENTER

FRONT

SUB

VIDEO 1

WOOFER

DVD

FRONT

SPEAKERS A

SPEAKERS B

VOLTAGE

SELECTOR

120

AV RECEIVER

MODEL NO. TX

220-230

Class 2 Wiring

502

AC OUTLET

SURROUND

CENTER

SWITCHED

SPEAKER

SURROUND BACK SPEAKER

100W MAX.

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

120

220-230

SPEAKERS

VIDEO 1

/2/3IN

DVD IN

DIGITAL IN

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT

Installing the Batteries

To open the battery compartment, press

the small hollow and slide off the cover.

Notes:

• The batteries should last for about six months, although this will vary with usage.

• 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.

• Expired batteries should be removed as soon as possible to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion.

Using the Remote Controller

To use the remote controller, point it at the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E’s remote control sensor, as shown below.

Remote control sensor

STANDBY indicator

30˚

TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E

(5 m)

Approx. 16 ft.

Insert the two supplied batteries (AA/R6)

in accordance with the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment.

Put the cover onto the remote controller

and slide it shut.

Notes:

• The remote controller may not work reliably if the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E is subjected to bright light, such as direct sunlight or inverter-type ﬂuorescent lights. Keep this in mind when installing.

• If another remote controller of the same type is used in the same room, or the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E is installed close to equipment that uses infrared rays, the remote controller may not work reliably.

• Don’t put anything, such as a book, on the remote controller, because the buttons may be pressed inadvertently, thereby draining the batteries.

• The remote controller may not work reliably if the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E is installed in a rack behind colored glass doors. Keep this in mind when installing.

• The remote controller will not work if there’s an obstacle between it and the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E’s remote control sensor.

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Remote Controller

■

How to Use the Remote Controller

Including the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E, the remote controller can be used to control up to 10 different components, including Onkyo components connected via . The remote controller has a speciﬁc operating mode for use with each type of component. Modes are selected by using the nine REMOTE MODE buttons.

AMP/TUNER & TAPE Mode

TUNER/ TAPE

AMP

In AMP/TUNER & TAPE mode you can control the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E and an Onkyo cassette recorder connected via .

DVD, CD, MD & CDR Modes

REMOTE MODE

DVD

CD MD

With these modes you can control an Onkyo DVD player, CD player, MiniDisc recorder, or CD recorder connected via (the remote controller should be pointed at the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E). By entering the appropriate remote control code, the DVD mode can also be used to control another manufacturer’s DVD player and the [CD], [MD], and [CDR] mode buttons can also be used with other manufacturer’s components (e.g., DVD, TV, VCR, satellite or cable receiver). (See page 50.)

TV, VCR, CABLE & SAT Modes

With these modes you can control a TV, VCR, cable receiver, and satellite receiver. You must enter the appropriate remote control code ﬁrst (see page 50).

Use the REMOTE MODE—[AMP], [DVD],

[CD], [MD], [CDR], [TV], [VCR], [CABLE], [SAT]— buttons to select the modes.

Uses the buttons supported by that mode

to control the component.

AMP/TUNER mode see page 10

DVD mode see page 12

CD mode see page 13

MD/ CDR mode see page 14

TAPE mode see page 15

TV mode see page 55

VCR/CABLE / SAT mode see page 55

Note:

• Some of the functions described in this manual may not work as expected with other components.

CDR

SATTV VCR

CABLE

see page 15 for TV control buttons

AMP/TUNER Mode

AMP/TUNER mode is used to control the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E. To select AMP/TUNER mode, press the [AMP] mode button.

American model

Remote

A B

ON STANDBY

V1 V2 V3

123

DVD MULTI CH

456

789

10 0

--/---

TONE

DVD

TAPE TUNER

CLEAR

REMOTE MODE

CD MD

TV CH

TUNER/ TAPE

INPUT

V VOL

AMP

CDR

indicator

This indicator lights up when the remote controller is transmitting commands.

AMP/ TUNER

I J

TV VCR

DIMMER SLEEP

TV INPUT

DISC

PREV CH

DISPLAY

REC

SURR

TEST TONE

OPEN/CLOSE

ENTER

SP A SP B

SUBTITLEAUDIO

ALL ST

DIRECT

CH SEL

VIDEO OFF

CABLE

RANDOM

ANGLE

LAST M

MEMORYA-BREPEAT

DSP

LEVEL -LEVEL

CINE FLTR

L NIGHT

SAT

VOL

MUTING

STEREO

DSP

R S

RC-567M

Other models

RANDOM

ANGLE

MEMORYA-BREPEAT

DSP

LEVEL -LEVEL

L NIGHT

LAST M

STEREO

DSP

CINE FLTR

REC

SURR

TEST TONE

OPEN/CLOSE

SP A SP B

SUBTITLEAUDIO

ALL ST

DIRECTPURE A

CH SEL

VIDEO OFF

RC-569M

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For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis.

STANDBY button (31)

This button is used to set the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E to Standby.

ON button (31)

This button is used to turn on the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E.

Input selector buttons (34)

These buttons are used to select the input sources.

MULTI CH button (35)

This button is used to select the multichannel DVD input.

TONE, [–] & [+] buttons (38)

These buttons are used to adjust the bass and treble.

DIMMER button (38)

This button is used to adjust the display brightness.

Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] & ENTER button

This button is used to select and adjust settings.

CH +/– button (37)

This button is used to select radio presets.

RETURN button

This button is used to return to the previous screen when changing settings.

DISPLAY button (35, 37)

This button is used to display various information about the currently selected input source.

SP A & SP B buttons (34)

These buttons are used to turn on and off speaker sets A and B.

Listening mode buttons (42)

SURR button

This button is used to select the Dolby and DTS listening modes.

ALL ST button

This button is used to select the All Ch Stereo listening mode.

STEREO button

This button is used to select the Stereo listening mode.

PURE A button (not American model)

This button is used to select the Pure Audio listening mode. In this mode, the display and internal video circuitry are turned off, minimizing the possibility of interference, for a high ﬁdelity sound that’s true to the original. (No video signals are output in this mode.)

DIRECT button

This button is used to select the Direct listening mode.

[ DSP] & [DSP ] buttons

These buttons are used to select the Onkyo original DSP (digital signal processor) listening modes.

TEST TONE, CH SEL, LEVEL- & LEVEL+

buttons

These buttons are used to adjust the level of each speaker individually.

L NIGHT button

This button is used to set the Late Night function.

REMOTE MODE buttons (10)

These buttons are used to select the remote controller modes. When you use the remote controller, the mode button for the currently selected mode lights up.

SLEEP button (39)

This button is used to set the Sleep function.

VOL button (34)

This button is used to set the volume of the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E.

SETUP button (32, 48)

This button is used to access various settings.

MUTING button (39)

This button is used to mute the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E.

CINE FLTR button (46)

This button is used to set the CinemaFILTER function.

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DVD

7 8

J K L M N

O P

ON STANDBY

V1 V2 V3

123

DVD MULTI CH

456

TAPE TUNER

789

10 0

--/---

TONE

REMOTE MODE

DVD

CD MD

TV VCR

DIMMER SLEEP

DISC

REC

SURR

TEST TONE

SP A SP B

SUBTITLEAUDIO

ALL ST

DIRECT

CH SEL

VIDEO OFF

RC-567M

TV INPUT

PREV CH

DISPLAY

OPEN/CLOSE

CLEAR

ENTER

ANGLE

LEVEL -LEVEL

L NIGHT

CABLE

DSP

RANDOM

MEMORYA-BREPEAT

INPUT

TV CH

V VOL

TUNER/ TAPE

AMP

CDR

SAT

VOL

MUTING

LAST M

STEREO

DSP

CINE FLTR

T U

V W

X Y

DVD Mode

DVD mode is used to control an Onkyo DVD player connected to the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E via .

To set the remote controller to DVD mode, press the [DVD] mode button.

Before selecting DVD mode and starting playback, you should press the [AMP] mode button followed by the [DVD] input selector button to select your DVD player as the input source.

STANDBY button

This button is used to set the DVD player to

Standby.

ON button

This button is used to turn on the DVD player and set it to Standby.

Number buttons

These buttons are used to enter title, chapter, and track numbers and to enter times for locating speciﬁc points in time.

TOP MENU button

This button is used to select a DVD’s top menu.

Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] & ENTER button

This button is used to navigate DVD menus and the DVD player’s onscreen setup menus.

DISC +/– button

This button selects discs on a DVD changer.

RETURN/EXIT button

This button is used to exit the DVD player’s onscreen setup menu and to restart menu playback.

DISPLAY button

This button is used to display information about the current disc, title, chapter, or track on the DVD player’s display, including the elapsed time, remaining time, total time, and so on.

Playback buttons

From left to right: Previous, Play, Next, Fast Reverse, Pause, Stop, and Fast Forward.

Step & Slow [ ]/[ ] buttons

These buttons are used for frame-by-frame playback and slow-motion playback.

AUDIO button

This button is used to select foreign language soundtracks and audio formats (e.g., Dolby Digital or DTS).

SUBTITLE button

This button is used to select subtitles.

REPEAT button

This button is used to set the repeat playback functions.

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A-B button

This button is used to set the A–B repeat playback function.

OPEN/CLOSE [ ] button

This button is used to open and close the disc tray.

VIDEO OFF button

This button is used to turn off the internal video circuitry, eliminating the possibility of interference when playing audio-only discs.

CLEAR button

This button is used to cancel functions and to clear entered numbers.

MENU button

This button is used to display a DVD’s menu.

VOL button

This button is used to set the volume of the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E.

SETUP/GUIDE button

This button is used to access the DVD player’s onscreen setup menus.

MUTING button

This button is used to mute the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E.

RANDOM button

This button is used with the random playback function.

ANGLE button

This button is used to select different camera angles.

LAST M button

This button is used with the last memory function, which allows you to resume DVD playback from where you left off.

SEARCH button

This button is used to search for titles, chapters, tracks, and speciﬁc points in time.

MEMORY button

This button is used with the memory playback function, which allows you to create a custom playlist of titles, chapters, or tracks.

CD Mode

CD mode is used to control an Onkyo CD player connected to the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E via .

To set the remote controller to CD mode, press the [CD] mode button.

Before selecting CD mode and starting playback, you should press the [AMP] mode button followed by the [CD] input selector button to select your CD player as the input source.

ON button

This button is used to set the CD player to On or Standby.

Number buttons

These buttons are used to enter track numbers and to enter times for locating speciﬁc points in time.

DISC button

This button is used to select discs on a CD changer.

DISPLAY button

This button is used to display information about the current disc or track on the CD player’s display, including the elapsed time, remaining time, total time, and so on.

Playback buttons

From left to right: Previous, Play, Next, Fast Reverse, Pause, Stop, and Fast Forward.

REPEAT button

This button is used to set the repeat playback functions.

OPEN/CLOSE [ ] button

This button is used to open and close the disc tray.

CLEAR button

This button is used to cancel functions and to clear entered numbers.

VOL button

This button is used to set the volume of the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E.

MUTING button

This button is used to mute the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E.

RANDOM button

This button is used with the random playback function.

MEMORY button

This button is used with the memory playback function, which allows you to create a custom playlist of tracks.

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CDR

1 2

3 4

4 5 6

ON STANDBY

V1 V2 V3

123

DVD MULTI CH

456

TAPE TUNER

789

10 0

--/---

TONE

REMOTE MODE

DVD

CD MD

TV VCR

DIMMER SLEEP

DISC

REC

SURR

TEST TONE

SP A SP B

SUBTITLEAUDIO

ALL ST

DIRECT

CH SEL

VIDEO OFF

RC-567M

TV INPUT

PREV CH

DISPLAY

OPEN/CLOSE

CLEAR

ENTER

ANGLE

LEVEL -LEVEL

L NIGHT

CABLE

DSP

INPUT

TV CH

V VOL

TUNER/ TAPE

AMP

CDR

SAT

VOL

MUTING

RANDOM

LAST M

STEREO

MEMORYA-BREPEAT

DSP

CINE FLTR

M N

TAPE

7 8

MD Mode & CDR Mode

MD mode is used to control an Onkyo MiniDisc recorder connected to the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E via . CDR mode is used to control an Onkyo CD recorder connected to the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E via .

To select MD mode, press the [MD] mode button. To select CDR mode, press the [CDR] mode button.

Before selecting MD or CDR mode and starting playback, you should press the [AMP] mode button followed by the [TAPE] input selector button to select your MiniDisc or CD recorder as the input source.

ON button

This button is used to set the MiniDisc recorder or CD recorder to On or Standby.

Number buttons

These buttons are used to enter track numbers and to enter times for locating speciﬁc points in time.

DISPLAY button

This button is used to display information about the current disc or track on the MD/CDR recorder’s display, including the elapsed time, remaining time, total time, and so on.

Play [ ] button

This button is used to start playback.

Previous & Next [ ]/[ ] buttons

The Previous [ ] button is used to select the previous track. During playback it selects the beginning of the current track. The Next [ ] button is used to select the next track.

Pause [ ] button

This button is used to pause playback.

REC [ ] button

This button is used to start recording.

REPEAT button

This button is used to set the repeat playback functions.

OPEN/CLOSE [ ] button

This button is used to eject the MiniDisc or open and close the disc tray of the CD recorder.

CLEAR button

This button is used to cancel functions and to clear entered numbers.

VOL button

This button is used to set the volume of the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E.

MUTING button

This button is used to mute the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E.

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FR & FF [ ]/[ ] buttons

The FR [ ] button is used to start fast reverse. The FF [ ] button is used to start fast forward.

Stop [ ] button

This button is used to stop playback.

RANDOM button

This button is used with the random playback function.

MEMORY button

This button is used with the memory playback function, which allows you to create a custom playlist of tracks.

Tape Mode

Tape mode is used to control an Onkyo cassette recorder connected to the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E via .

To set the remote controller to Tape mode, press the [AMP] mode button.

Before selecting TAPE mode and starting playback, you should press the [AMP] mode button followed by the [TAPE] input selector button to select your cassette recorder as the input

Play [ ] button

This button is used to start playback.

Previous & Next [ ]/[ ] buttons

The Previous [ ] button is used to select the previous track. During playback it selects the beginning of the current track. The Next [ ] button is used to select the next track.

The Previous and Next [ ]/[ ] buttons may not work properly with some cassette tapes depending on how they were recorded.

Reverse Play [ ] button

This button is used to start reverse playback.

REC [ ] button

This button is used to start recording.

VOL button

This button is used to set the volume of the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E.

MUTING button

This button is used to mute the TX-SR502/ TX-SR502E.

Rewind & FF [ ]/[ ] buttons

The Rewind [ ] button is used to start rewind. The FF [ ] button is used to start fast forward.

Stop [ ] button

This button is used to stop playback.

TV Control Buttons

The remote controller has dedicated buttons for controlling a TV, which can be used regardless of which remote controller mode is currently selected. To use these buttons, you must ﬁrst program the [TV] mode button with the appropriate remote control code for your TV (see page 50).

ON STANDBY

V1 V2 V3

123

DVD MULTI CH

456

TAPE TUNER

789

10 0

--/---

TONE

REMOTE MODE

DVD

CD MD

TV VCR

DIMMER SLEEP

TV INPUT

PREV CH

DISPLAY

DISC

ENTER

TV [ ]

TV CH [+]/[–]

[TV INPUT]

TV VOL [ ]/[ ]

INPUT

TV CH

V VOL

CLEAR

TUNER/ TAPE

AMP

CDR

SAT

CABLE

VOL

MUTING

Set the TV to On or Standby

Selects channels on the TV

Selects the TV’s VCR input

Adjusts the TV’s volume

TV INPUT

TV CH

TV VOL

You must enter the appropriate remote control code (see page 50)

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Connecting Your Speakers

Enjoying Home Theater

You can use two sets of speakers with the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E: speaker set A and speaker set B.

Speaker set A should be installed in your main listening room and can be used with Dolby Digital and DTS surround

material. Each speaker must be positioned at a speciﬁc location in your listening room to get the best from surround sound material. The following illustration shows the best positions for your surround-sound speakers.

Speaker set B can be installed in another room and used with stereo and mono material. Speakers can be positioned in

the standard position for stereo speakers or however you like.

Front left and right speakers

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.

Center speaker

This speaker enhances the front left and right 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 (preferably on top) facing forward at about ear level, or at the same height as the front left and right speakers.

Surround back speaker

This speaker further enhances the realism of surround sound and improves sound localization behind the listener. Position it behind the listener about 2–3 feet (60–100 cm) above ear level. Make sure that the listening position is within the range of the speaker.

Subwoofer

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.

Corner

1/3 room length

Surround left and right speakers

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 2–3 feet (60–100 cm) above ear level. Ideally they should be equidistant from the listener.

Speaker Conﬁguration

For the best surround-sound experience, you should connect six speakers and a powered subwoofer. No matter how many speakers you use, a powered subwoofer is recommended for a powerful and solid bass sound. Before using the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E, you must specify which speakers are connected and their sizes (see page 32). To get the very best from your surround-sound system, you should also specify the distance between the listener and

each individual speaker so that the sound from each speaker arrives at the listener’s ears at the same time (see page 48). In addition, you should set the level of each individual speaker to achieve an equal balance (see page 49.)

Connecting Your Speakers —Continued

Connecting Your Speakers

Before you connect your speakers, read the following:

• Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.

• 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 odd.

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

• 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 connections. Doing so may damage the AV Receiver.

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

• If you want to connect a single speaker instead of a pair, connect it to either the left or right speaker terminals, not both.

Attaching the Speaker Labels

The AV Receiver’s positive (+) speaker terminals are color-coded for ease of identiﬁcation. (The negative (–) speaker terminals are all black.)

Speaker terminal Color

Front left White

Front right Red

Center Green

Surround left Blue

Surround right Gray

Surround back Brown

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

Connecting the Speaker Cables

Strip 5/8" (15 mm) of

insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown.

5/8" (15 mm)

Unscrew the terminal. Fully insert the bare

wires. Screw the terminal tight.

The following illustration shows which speakers should be connected to which terminals.

FRONT SPEAKERS B

Speaker set A

Surround

Front

speaker

Front

speaker

right

left

speaker

FRONT SPEAKERS A

left

Powered

subwoofer

AC OUTLET

AC 120 V 60 Hz

SWITCHED

120

LINE INPUT

W 1 A

MAX.

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO 1

/2/3IN

DVD IN

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL COAXIAL

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT

ANTENNA

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

123

IN IN

TAPE

DVD MONITOR

OUT

REMOTE CONTROL

OUT

FRONT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

FRONT SPEAKERS B

OUT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

SURR

CENTER

SUB WOOFER

DVD

FRONT SPEAKERS A

Class 2 Wiring

LINE INPUT

SURROUND SPEAKERS

RLR

CENTER SPEAKER

SURROUND BACK SPEAKER

The SUBWOOFER PRE OUT should be connected to the input on your powered subwoofer. If your subwoofer doesn’t have an amp built-in, you’ll need to use an external amp. See the manual supplied with your subwoofer for more information.

Front

right

speaker

Front

right

speaker

Speaker set B

Surround

left

speaker

SURROUND SPEAKERS

Center

speaker

CENTER SPEAKER

SURROUND BACK SPEAKER

Surround

back

speaker

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Connecting Antenna

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Connecting Antenna

This chapter explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna and how to connect commercially available outdoor FM and AM antennas.

The TX-SR502/TX-SR502E won’t pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna to use the tuner.

AM antenna push terminals

FM antenna socket

COMPONENT VIDEO

ANTENNA

VIDEO 1

/2/3IN

DVD IN

DIGITAL IN

SUBWOOFER PRE OUT

Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna

The supplied indoor FM antenna is for indoor use only.

Attach the FM antenna, as shown.

OUT

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

DVD MONITOR

OPTICAL COAXIAL

OUT

123

TAPE

OUT

REMOTE CONTROL

VIDEO 2

VIDEO

S VIDEO

OUT

SURR CENTER

FRONT

SUB

VIDEO 1

WOOFER

DVD

American Model

Insert the plug fully into the socket.

Class 2 Wiring

FRONT

SPEAKERS A

SPEAKERS B

MODEL NO. TX

AV RECEIVER

502

AC OUTLET

SURROUND

CENTER

SWITCHED

SPEAKER

SURROUND BACK SPEAKER

100W MAX.

VOLTAGE

SELECTOR

120

220-230

SPEAKERS

If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead (see page 19).

Connecting the AM Loop Antenna

The supplied indoor AM loop antenna is for indoor use only.

Assemble the AM loop antenna, inserting

the tabs into the base, as shown.

Connect both wires of the AM loop

antenna to the AM push terminals, as shown.

(The antenna’s wires are not polarity sensitive, so they can be connected either way around.)

Make sure that the wires are attached securely and that the push terminals are gripping the bare wires, not the insulation.

Other Models

FM 75

Insert the plug fully into the socket.

Once the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E is ready for use, you’ll need to tune into an FM radio station and adjust the position of the FM antenna to achieve the best possible reception.

Use thumbtacks or something similar to

ﬁx the FM antenna into position.

Thumbtacks, etc.

Caution: Be careful that you don’t injure yourself

when using thumbtacks.

Push Insert wire Release

Once the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E is ready for use, you’ll need to tune into an AM radio station and adjust the position of the AM antenna to achieve the best possible reception.

Keep the antenna as far away as possible from the TX-SR502/TX-SR502E, TV, speaker cables, and power cords.

If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor AM loop antenna, try using it with a commercially available outdoor AM antenna (see page 19).

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