Onkyo TX-SR 803E, TX-SR703E, TX SR803, TX-SR703, TX-SR8370 User Manual

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AV Receiver

TX-SR803/803E TX-SR703/703E TX-SR8370

Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit.

Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.

Please retain this manual for future reference.

Contents

Introduction .....................................

2

Connection ....................................

19

Turning On & First Time Setup..... 39

Basic Operation

 

Playing your AV components .......

48

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

49

Enjoying the Listening Modes ..... 60

Advanced Operation .....................

64

Troubleshooting ............................

91

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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.

WARNING

 

AVIS

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

 

RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE

DO NOT OPEN

 

NE PAS OUVRIR

 

 

 

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.

Important Safety Instructions

1.Read these instructions.

2.Keep these instructions.

3.Heed all warnings.

4.Follow all instructions.

5.Do not use this apparatus near water.

6.Clean only with dry cloth.

7.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

15.Damage Requiring Service

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

A.When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,

B.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the apparatus,

C.If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or water,

D.If the apparatus does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the apparatus to its normal operation,

E.If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in any way, and

F.When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service.

16.Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into the apparatus through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus.

Don’t put candles or other burning objects on top of this unit.

17.Batteries

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

18.If you install the apparatus in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or rack, ensure that there is adequate ventilation.

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

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Precautions

1.Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder.

2.AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the unit is not userserviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact your Onkyo dealer.

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

4.Power WARNING

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

AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Make sure that the voltage in your area meets the voltage requirements printed on the unit’s rear panel (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz).

Some models have a voltage selector switch for compatibility with power systems around the world. Before you plug in such a model, make sure that the voltage selector is set to the correct voltage for your area.

For North American & Australian models

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

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

6.Handling Notes

If you need to transport this unit, use the original packaging to pack it how it was when you originally bought it.

Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit for a long time, because they may leave marks on the case.

This unit’s top and rear panels may get warm after prolonged use. This is normal.

If you do not use this unit for a long time, it may not work properly the next time you turn it on, so be sure to use it occasionally.

Memory Backup

The AV receiver 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 AV receiver must be plugged into an AC outlet in order to charge the backup system. Once it has been charged, the AV receiver will retain the settings for several weeks, although this depends on the environment and will be shorter in humid climates.

For British models

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

IMPORTANT

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

Blue: Neutral Brown: Live

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

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

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

IMPORTANT

The plug is fitted with an appropriate fuse. If the fuse needs to be replaced, the replacement fuse must approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 and have the same ampere rating as that indicated on the plug. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse. If the power cord’s plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, cut it off and fit a suitable plug. Fit a suitable fuse in the plug.

For European Models

Declaration of Conformity

We, ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6, 82194 GROEBENZELL, GERMANY

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

GROEBENZELL, GERMANY

K. MIYAGI

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH

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Precautions—Continued

For U.S. models

FCC Information for User

CAUTION:

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

NOTE:

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

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

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

For Canadian Models

NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS 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.

Modèle canadien

REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME 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.

Supplied Accessories

Make sure you have the following accessories:

Remote controller and three batteries (AA/R6)

Speaker setup microphone

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 AV receiver’s power cord. (Adapter varies from country to country.)

Front

Left

Front

Left

SP-B /Zone2

Left

SP-B /Zone2

Left

Front

Right

Front

Right

SP-B /Zone2

Right

SP-B /Zone2

Right

Surround

Left

Surround

Left

Surround

Right

Surround

Right

Center

Center

SurroundBack

Left

SurroundBack

Left

Zone2

Left

Zone2

Left

SurroundBack

Right

SurroundBack

Right

Zone2

Right

Zone2

Right

Front

Left

Front

Left

SP-B / Zone 2

Left

SP-B / Zone 2

Left

Front

Right

Front

Right

SP-B / Zone 2

Right

SP-B / Zone 2

Right

Surround

Left

Surround

Left

Surround

Right

Surround

Right

Center

Center

Surround Back

Left

Surround Back

Left

Zone 2

Left

Zone 2

Left

Surround Back

Right

Surround Back

Right

Zone 2

Right

Zone 2

Right

1

2

3

Speaker Cable

Speaker cable labels

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

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Contents

Introduction

 

 

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

2

Precautions .................................................

 

3

Supplied Accessories.................................

 

4

Features .......................................................

 

6

Getting to Know the AV Receiver..............

7

Remote Controller.....................................

 

13

Connection

 

 

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

19

Connecting Antenna.................................

 

22

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

24

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

 

24

Connecting Audio and Video Signals

 

to the AV Receiver ....................................

 

25

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

25

TV or Projector ............................................

 

26

DVD player ..................................................

 

27

VCR or DVD Recorder for Playback ...........

29

VCR or DVD Recorder for Recording..........

30

Satellite, Cable, Set-top box,

 

or Other Video Source ..............................

31

Camcorder, Games Console,

 

or Other Device.........................................

 

32

CD Player ....................................................

 

33

Turntable .....................................................

 

33

Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc,

 

or DAT Recorder.......................................

 

34

Power Amplifier ...........................................

 

34

Connecting Onkyo

Components ..........

35

Connecting Components with HDMI

 

(TX-SR803/803E Only) .............................

36

Connecting the Power Cords of Other

 

Components..............................................

 

38

Connecting the RS232 Port.........................

38

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

38

Turning On & First Time Setup

 

Turning On the AV Receiver ....................

39

Turning On and Standby .............................

39

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

 

40

Automatic Speaker Setup............................

40

HDMI Video Setup

 

 

(TX-SR803/803E Only) .............................

43

Component Video Setup .............................

44

Digital Audio Input Setup.............................

45

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

46

Minimum Speaker Impedance.....................

46

TV Format Setup

 

 

(not North American models) ....................

47

AM Frequency Step Setup

 

(on some models) .....................................

 

47

Basic Operation

 

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

48

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

49

Listening to AM/FM Stations.......................

49

Listening to XM Satellite Radio®.................

52

Presetting AM/FM Stations

 

and XM Channels.....................................

56

Using the Multichannel DVD Input..........

57

Common Functions..................................

58

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

58

Adjusting Speaker Levels ...........................

58

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

58

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

59

Using Headphones .....................................

59

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

59

Enjoying the Listening Modes

 

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

60

Selecting the Listening Modes....................

60

About the Listening Modes .........................

62

Advanced Operation

 

Recording..................................................

64

Onscreen Setup Menus ...........................

65

Adjusting the Listening Modes ...............

66

Using the Re-EQ function ...........................

66

Audio Adjust Menu .....................................

66

Default Listening Modes .............................

69

Advanced Setup .......................................

70

Speaker Setup ............................................

70

Input Setup .................................................

76

Preferences ................................................

78

Remote IDs.................................................

80

Digital Input Signal Formats .......................

81

Zone 2........................................................

82

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

82

Powered Zone 2 Setting .............................

83

Using Zone 2 ..............................................

83

Using the Remote Controller in Zone 2 and

 

Multiroom Control Kits ..............................

85

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

86

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

86

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

87

Learning Commands from Other Remote

 

Controllers ................................................

89

Using Macros..............................................

90

Troubleshooting .......................................

91

Specification .............................................

95

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Features

TX-SR803/803E, TX-SR703/703E, and

TX-SR8370

Amplifier

7-channel amplifier

Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry

Zone 2 capability

WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology)

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

Color-coded speaker terminal posts

VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) on all channels

Processing

THX*1 Surround EX

THX Select2 certified

Dolby*2 Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx

DTS*3, DTS-ES Discrete, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS Neo:6, and DTS 96/24

24-bit/192 kHz D/A converters

Powerful and highly accurate 32-bit DSP processing.

Re-EQ*4 Function

Audio/Video

Powered Zone 2 and 12V trigger

Composite video to S-Video and S-Video to composite video conversion

7 digital inputs (5 optical, 2 coaxial), 1 output (optical)

3 component video inputs, 1 output

5 S-Video inputs, 3 outputs

RS-232 control (not North America and Australia)

Color-coded 7.1 multichannel input

7.1-channel pre out

Tuner

XM*5 Satellite Radio (North American only)

*XM Connect-and-Play accessory required; sold separately.

40 AM/FM/XM presets

AM/FM auto tuning

RDS radio data (Europe only)

Others

Microphone for automatic speaker setup

Easy-to-use onscreen setup menus

Preprogrammed remote controller for use with other AV components

Remote controller Learning function

Remote controller Macro function

TX-SR803/803E Only

105 watts per channel into 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, less than 0.08% total harmonic distortion (FTC rating)

2 HDMI*6 inputs, 1 output (Version 1.1)

IR IN and OUT

TX-SR703/703E and TX-SR8370 Only

100 watts per channel into 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, less than 0.08% total harmonic distortion (FTC rating)

IR IN

*1 The THX logo is a trademark of THX Ltd. Which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved.

*2 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, “Surround EX” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

*3 “DTS”, “DTS 96/24”, “DTS-ES”, and “Neo:6” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

*4 Re-Equalization and the “Re-EQ” logo are trademarks of THX Ltd.

*5 XM Connect & Play™, XM Ready®, XM Public Radio™ are trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. ©2005 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respec-

tive owners.

*6 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Interface and trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC.

THX Select2

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

*“Xantech” is a registered trademark of Xantech Corporation.

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

*Apple and iPod are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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

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Getting to Know the AV Receiver

Front Panel

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

MASTER VOLUME

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY

ZONE 2

POWER

ONOFF

PURE AUDIO

MULTI CH

DVD

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

VIDEO 4

PHONO

TAPE

TUNER

CD

DISPLAY

 

 

 

PUSH TO OPEN

9

J

Front flap

Push here to open

8 Not North American and Australian models

 

the flap

 

 

The actual front panel has various logos printed on it. They are not shown here for clarity. For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

ASTANDBY/ON button (39)

Sets the AV receiver to On or Standby.

BSTANDBY indicator (39)

Lights up when the AV receiver is on Standby and flashes while a signal is being received from the remote controller.

CZONE 2 indicator (83)

Lights up when Zone 2 is on.

DRemote-control sensor (13)

Receives control signals from the remote controller.

EDisplay

See “Display” on page 9.

FDISPLAY button (59)

IPURE AUDIO button and indicator (60)

Selects the Pure Audio listening mode. The indicator lights up when this mode is selected. Pressing this button again selects the previous listening mode.

JInput selector buttons (48)

Select the following input sources: MULTI CH, DVD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, VIDEO 4, PHONO, TAPE, TUNER, or CD.

The [MULTI CH] button selects the multichannel DVD input.

Displays various information about the currently selected input source.

GMASTER VOLUME control (48)

Sets the volume of the AV receiver to –∞ dB, –81 dB, –80 dB through +18 dB (relative display).

The volume level can also be displayed as an absolute value. See “Volume Setup” on page 78.

HPower switch

American and Australian models don’t have this switch.

This is the main power switch. When set to OFF, the AV receiver is completely shutdown. When set to ON, it’s in Standby mode and the STANDBY indicator lights up.

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K L M N O P QRS T U V W

X

PHONES

 

 

 

 

 

TUNING

 

 

 

ENTER

SETUP MIC

VIDEO 4 INPUT

 

 

 

ZONE 2

OFF

TONE

STEREO

DIMMER

MEMORY

MODE

SETUP

 

RETURN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LISTENING MODE

 

CLEAR

 

PRESET

PRESET

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ZONE 2 LEVEL

 

 

 

 

 

TUNING

 

 

DIGITAL

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

On European Model

Q

PHONES

 

 

 

 

 

TUNING

 

 

 

ENTER

SETUP MIC

 

VIDEO 4 INPUT

 

 

 

ZONE 2

OFF

TONE

STEREO

RT / PTY/ TP

MEMORY

MODE

SETUP

 

RETURN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LISTENING MODE

RDS

CLEAR

 

PRESET

PRESET

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ZONE 2 LEVEL

 

 

 

 

 

TUNING

 

 

DIGITAL

S VIDEO

VIDEO

L

AUDIO

R

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

KPHONES jack (59)

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

LZONE 2 and OFF buttons (83)

The ZONE 2 button is used to turn on Zone 2 and select the input source for Zone 2.

The OFF button is used to turn off Zone 2.

MZONE 2 LEVEL buttons (84)

Set the volume of the Zone 2 speakers.

NTONE, Up [], and Down [] buttons (67)

Used to adjust the bass and treble.

OSTEREO button (60)

Selects the Stereo listening mode.

PLISTENING MODE []/[] buttons (60)

Select the listening modes.

QDIMMER (RT/PTY/TP) button (51, 58)

Adjusts the display brightness.

On the European model, this is the RT/PTY/TP button, and it’s used with RDS (Radio Data System). See “Using RDS (European Model Only)” on

page 50.

RMEMORY button (56)

Used when storing or deleting radio presets.

STUNING MODE button (49)

UArrow/TUNING/PRESET and ENTER buttons

When AM, FM, or XM is selected, the TUNING

[] [] buttons are used for radio tuning, and the PRESET [] [] buttons are used to select radio presets (see page 56). With the onscreen setup menus, they work as arrow buttons and are used to select and set items. The ENTER button is also used with the onscreen setup menus.

VRETURN button

Selects the previously displayed onscreen setup menu.

WSETUP MIC (40)

The automatic speaker setup microphone connects here.

XVIDEO 4 INPUT (32, 64)

Used to connect a camcorder, game console, and so on. There are jacks for optical digital audio, S-Video, composite video, and analog audio.

Selects the Auto or Manual tuning mode for AM and FM radio.

TSETUP button

Opens and closes the onscreen setup menus, which are displayed on the connected TV.

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Display

1

2

3

 

4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5

6

For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

1MUTING indicator (58)

Flashes while the AV receiver is muted.

2ZONE 2 indicator (83)

Lights up when Zone 2 is on.

3Listening mode and format indicators (60)

Show the selected listening mode and the format of digital input signals.

4Tuning indicators (49)

TUNED (49): Lights up when tuned to a radio station.

AUTO (49): For AM and FM radio, lights up when Auto Tuning mode is selected, and disappears when Manual Tuning mode is selected.

RDS (European model only) (50): Lights up when tuned to a radio station that supports RDS (Radio Data System).

MEMORY (56): Lights up when presetting radio stations.

FM STEREO (49): Lights up when tuned to a stereo FM station.

5SLEEP indicator (59)

Lights up when the Sleep function has been set.

6Message area

Displays various information about the selected input source.

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Getting to Know the AV Receiver—Continued

Rear Panel

TX-SR803/803E

 

 

NNot North American and Australian models

1 2 3

4 56 789 J KL M

OOn some models

P Q R S T

U

V

W

X

Y

TX-SR703/703E and TX-SR8370

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NNot North American and Australian models

1 2 3 5 6

7 89 KJL M

OOn some models

P Q R S T

U

V

W

X

Y

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On North American Model

Z

Y

A OPTICAL DIGITAL

G AM ANTENNA

These optical digital audio inputs are for connecting components with optical digital audio outputs, such as CD players and DVD players.

The optical digital audio output is for connecting a digital recorder with an optical digital input, such as a CD recorder.

BCOAXIAL DIGITAL

These coaxial digital audio inputs are for connecting components with coaxial digital audio outputs, such as CD players and DVD players.

C REMOTE CONTROL

This (Remote Interactive) jack can be connected to the jack on another -capable Onkyo component, for remote and system control.

To use , you must make an analog audio connection (RCA) between the AV receiver and the other component, even if they are connected digitally.

DHDMI IN 1, 2, and OUT (TX-SR803/803E only)

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connections carry digital audio and digital video.

The HDMI inputs are for connecting components with HDMI outputs, such as DVD players.

The HDMI output is for connecting a TV or projector with an HDMI input.

ECOMPONENT VIDEO IN 1, 2, and 3

These RCA component video inputs are for connecting components with component video outputs, such as DVD players.

FCOMPONENT VIDEO OUT

These push terminals are for connecting an AM antenna.

HMONITOR OUT

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

IFM ANTENNA

This jack is for connecting an FM antenna.

J12V TRIGGER OUT ZONE 2

This output can be connected to the 12-volt trigger input on a component in Zone 2. When Zone 2 is turned on on the AV receiver, a 12-volt trigger signal is output.

KZONE 2 SPEAKERS

These terminal posts are for connecting speakers in Zone 2.

LIR IN/OUT

A commercially available IR receiver can be connected to the IR IN jack, allowing you to control the AV receiver while you’re in Zone 2, or control it when it’s out of sight, for example, installed in a cabinet.

A commercially available IR emitter can be connected to the IR OUT jack to pass IR (infrared) remote control signals along to other components (only the TX-SR803/803E has an IR OUT).

MZONE 2 LINE OUT

This analog audio output can be connected to a line input on an amplifier in Zone 2.

This RCA component video output is for connecting a TV or projector with a component video input.

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NRS232

American and Australian models don’t have this port.

This port is for connecting the AV receiver to home automation equipment and external controllers.

OVOLTAGE SELECTOR (on some models)

Some models have a volt-

age selector switch for compatibility with power systems around the world. Before you plug in such a 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 select the correct setting. For example, if the voltage in your area is 120 volts, set the selector to “120 V.” If it’s between 220 and 240 volts, set it to “220-240 V.”

PGND screw

This screw is for connecting a turntable’s ground wire.

QPHONO IN

This analog audio input is for connecting a turntable.

RCD IN

WPRE OUT FRONT L/R, SURROUND L/R, CENTER, SUBWOOFER, and SURR BACK L/R

This 5.1/7.1 analog audio output can be connected to the analog audio input on another power amplifier, for when you want to use the AV receiver as a preamplifier. The SUBWOOFER jack is for connecting a powered subwoofer.

XFRONT, CENTER, SURROUND, and SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS

These terminal posts are for connecting the front L/R, center, surround L/R, and surround back L/R speakers.

YAC OUTLETS

These switched AC outlets can be used to supply power to other AV components. The type and number of outlets depends on the country in which you purchased your AV receiver.

ZXM antenna (on North American model)

This jack is for connecting an XM digital antenna, sold separately.

This analog audio input is for connecting a CD player’s analog audio output.

STAPE IN/OUT

This analog audio input and output are for connecting a recorder with an analog audio input and output, such as a cassette deck, MD recorder, etc.

TVIDEO 3 IN

A VCR for playback only, or a cable or satellite receiver can be connected here. There’s S-Video and composite video input jacks for connecting the video signal.

UVIDEO 1 IN/OUT and VIDEO 2 IN/OUT

One or two video components can be connected here for recording and playback, such as a VCR. There’s S-Video and composite video input and output jacks for connecting the video signal.

VDVD IN

This input are for connecting a DVD player. There’s S-Video and composite video input jacks for connecting the video signal, and stereo (FRONT) and multichannel 5.1/7.1 jacks for connecting the analog audio signals.

See pages 19–38 for hookup information.

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Installing the Batteries

1 To open the battery compartment, press the small hollow and slide open the cover.

2 Insert the three supplied batteries (AA/R6) in accordance with the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment.

3 Slide the cover shut.

Notes:

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 AV receiver’s remote control sensor, as shown below.

Remote control sensor

STANDBY indicator

AV receiver

30˚

30˚

Approx. 16 ft. (5 m)

Notes:

The remote controller may not work reliably if the AV receiver 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 AV receiver is installed close to equipment that uses infrared rays, the remote controller may not work reliably.

Don’t put anything on top of the remote controller, such as a book or magazine, because a button may be pressed continuously, thereby draining the batteries.

The remote controller may not work reliably if the AV receiver 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 AV receiver’s remote control sensor.

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About the Remote Controller Modes

Including the AV receiver, the remote controller can be used to control up to nine different components. The remote controller has a specific operating mode for use with each type of component. Modes are selected by using the eight REMOTE MODE buttons.

RECEIVER/TAPE Mode

In RECEIVER/TAPE mode, you can control the AV receiver and an Onkyo cassette recorder connected via

.

DVD Mode

By default, you can control an Onkyo DVD player in this mode. By entering the appropriate remote control code, you can control components made by other manufacturers (see page 86).

CD Mode

By default, you can control an Onkyo CD player in this mode. By entering the appropriate remote control code, you can control a CD player, MD recorder, or CD recorder made by another manufacturer (see page 86).

HDD Mode

This mode is for controlling Onkyo’s next generation HDD-compatible components via .

TV and VCR Modes

With these modes, you can control a TV and VCR. You must enter the appropriate remote control code first (see page 86).

CABLE/CDR and SAT/MD Modes

In CABLE/CDR mode, you can control an Onkyo CD recorder or a cable TV receiver. In SAT/MD mode, you can control an Onkyo MD recorder or a satellite TV receiver. You must enter the appropriate remote control code first (see page 86).

1

Use the REMOTE MODE buttons to select

 

a mode.

 

 

2

Use the buttons supported by that mode

 

to control the component.

RECEIVER/TAPE mode: see page 14 DVD mode: see page 16 CD/MD/CDR modes: see page 17 HDD mode: see page 18

TV/VCR/SAT/CABLE modes: see page 88

Note:

Some of the remote controller operations described in this manual may not work as expected with other components.

RECEIVER/TAPE Mode

RECEIVER/TAPE mode is used to control the AV receiver. It can also be used to control an Onkyo cassette recorder connected via .

To set the remote controller to RECEIVER/TAPE mode, press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE

button.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ON

STANDBY

 

 

 

TV

 

B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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INPUT

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V3

 

 

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1

 

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V4

MULTI CH

DVD

TV CH

 

 

4

 

5

 

6

 

-

 

 

CD

TAPE

TUNER

 

 

 

7

 

8

 

9

 

 

 

 

PHONO

 

 

 

 

 

 

TV VOL

 

 

+10

 

0

CLEAR

 

 

 

--/-- - 10

 

11

 

 

 

12

 

M

 

INPUT SELECTOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

MACRO

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

2

 

3

 

ZONE2

N

RECEIVER

 

REMOTE MODE

 

 

RECEIVER

DVD

CD

HDD

O

 

TAPE/AMP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TV

VCR

CABLE

SAT

 

5

 

 

 

CDR

MD

 

DIMMER

 

 

 

 

 

 

SLEEP

P

 

 

 

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1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REC

 

PLAYLIST

 

 

 

RANDOM

 

 

 

LISTENING MODE

 

 

J

STEREO

SURR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REPEAT

AUDIO

SUBTITLE

PLAY MODE

 

 

PURE A

DIRECT

THX

ALLST

 

K

TESTTONE

CH SEL

LEVEL

LEVEL

 

 

OPEN/CLOSE VIDEO OFF

 

 

 

 

 

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L NIGHT

Re-EQ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

ASTANDBY button (39)

Sets the AV receiver to Standby.

BON button (39)

Turns on the AV receiver.

CINPUT SELECTOR buttons (48)

Used to select the input sources.

DMULTI CH button (57)

Selects the multichannel DVD input.

EDIMMER button (58)

Adjusts the display brightness.

FArrow []/[]/[]/[] and ENTER buttons

Used to select and adjust settings.

GCH +/– button (56)

Selects radio presets.

HRETURN button

Returns to the previous display when changing settings.

IDISPLAY button (59)

Displays various information about the currently selected input source.

JLISTENING MODE buttons (60)

Used to select the listening modes. The [STEREO],

[SURR], and LISTENING MODE []/[] buttons can be used regardless of the currently selected remote controller mode.

KTEST TONE, CH SEL, LEVEL-, and LEVEL+ buttons (58, 73)

Used to adjust the level of each speaker.

LLIGHT button

TMUTING button (58)

Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver.

URe-EQ (66)

Turns the Re-EQ function on or off.

VL NIGHT button (68)

Turns the Late Night function on or off.

TAPE mode

On twin cassette decks, only Deck B can be controlled.

1Previous and Next []/[] buttons

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

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

Play [] button

Starts playback.

Rewind and FF []/[] buttons

The Rewind [] button starts rewind. The FF [] button starts fast forward.

Reverse Play [] button

Starts reverse playback.

Stop [] button

Stops playback.

REC [] button

Starts recording.

Turns the remote controller’s illuminated buttons on or off.

MMACRO buttons (90)

Used with the Macro function.

NZONE 2 (84)

Used when setting the volume and input source for Zone 2.

OREMOTE MODE buttons (14)

Used to select the remote controller modes. When a remote controller button is pressed, the REMOTE MODE button of the currently selected mode lights up.

PSLEEP button (59)

Used with the Sleep function.

QMENU button (on North American model) (53)

Selects the search mode for XM Satellite Radio.

RVOL []/[] button (48)

Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver regardless of the currently selected remote controller mode.

SSETUP button

Used to change settings.

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A STANDBY button

DVD Mode

Sets the DVD player to Standby.

To set the remote controller to DVD mode, press the

B ON button

[DVD] REMOTE MODE button.

Turns on the DVD player.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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ON

STANDBY

 

 

 

TV

 

 

B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I

 

 

 

INPUT

 

F

 

V1

 

V2

V3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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1

 

2

 

3

 

+

 

 

V4

MULTI CH

DVD

TV CH

 

G

 

 

 

4

 

5

 

6

 

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD

TAPE

TUNER

 

 

 

 

7

 

8

 

9

 

 

 

H

 

PHONO

 

 

 

 

 

 

TV VOL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+10

 

0

CLEAR

 

 

 

 

--/-- - 10

 

11

 

 

 

12

 

M

 

 

INPUT SELECTOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MACRO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DVD

1

 

2

 

3

 

ZONE2

 

 

 

REMOTE MODE

 

 

I

 

RECEIVER

DVD

CD

HDD

 

 

 

 

 

TAPE/AMP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D

TV

VCR

CABLE

SAT

 

 

 

 

 

CDR

MD

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DIMMER

 

 

 

 

 

 

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I

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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REC

 

PLAYLIST

 

 

 

RANDOM

P

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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LISTENING MODE

 

 

 

 

STEREO

SURR

 

 

 

 

 

 

O

J

REPEAT

AUDIO

SUBTITLE

PLAY MODE

Q

 

PURE A

DIRECT

THX

ALLST

 

K

TESTTONE

CH SEL

LEVEL

LEVEL

R

P

 

 

L

OPEN/CLOSE VIDEO OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L NIGHT

Re-EQ

S

Q

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RC-620M

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S

Number buttons

Used to enter title, chapter, and track numbers, and to enter times for locating specific points.

TOP MENU button

Selects a DVD’s top menu.

Arrow []/[]/[]/[] and ENTER buttons

Used to navigate menus and select items.

DISC +/– button

Selects discs on a DVD changer.

RETURN button

Exits the DVD player’s onscreen setup menu.

DISPLAY button

Displays information about the current disc, title, chapter, or track, including elapsed time, remaining time, total time, and so on.

Playback buttons

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

REPEAT button

Used with the repeat playback function.

AUDIO button

Selects foreign language soundtracks and audio formats (e.g., Dolby Digital or DTS).

OPEN/CLOSE [] button

Opens and closes the disc tray.

CLEAR button

Cancels functions and clears entered numbers.

MENU button

Displays a DVD’s menu.

SETUP button

Used to access the DVD player’s settings.

RANDOM button

Used with the random playback function.

PLAY MODE button

Selects play modes on components with selectable play modes.

SUBTITLE button

Selects subtitles.

VIDEO OFF button

Turns off the internal video circuitry, eliminating any possibility of interference.

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CD, MD, and CDR Modes

To control an Onkyo CD player or a CD/MD recorder made by another manufacturer, press the [CD] REMOTE MODE button to select the CD remote controller mode.

To control an Onkyo MD recorder or CD recorder, press the [MD] or [CDR] REMOTE MODE button to select the MD or CDR remote controller mode.

In order to control an Onkyo MD recorder or CD recorder, or a component made by another manufacturer, you must first enter the appropriate remote control code (see page 86).

ASTANDBY button

Sets the CD player or MD/CD recorder to Standby.

BON button

Set the CD player or MD/CD recorder to On or Standby.

CNumber buttons

Used to enter track numbers and times for locating specific points.

DArrow []/[]/[]/[] and ENTER buttons

Used with some components.

EDISC +/– button

Selects discs on a CD changer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

G

 

ON

STANDBY

 

 

TV

 

B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I

 

 

INPUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

V1

 

V2

V3

 

 

 

 

C

1

 

2

 

3

 

+

 

H

V4

MULTI CH

DVD

TV CH

 

 

4

 

5

 

6

 

-

 

 

 

CD

TAPE

TUNER

 

 

 

 

7

 

8

 

9

 

 

 

I

 

PHONO

 

 

 

 

 

TV VOL

 

 

 

+10

 

0

CLEAR

 

 

 

 

- -/ --- 10

 

11

 

 

12

 

K

J

 

INPUT SELECTOR

 

 

 

 

 

MACRO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

2

 

3

 

ZONE2

 

 

 

 

REMOTE MODE

 

CD

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RECEIVER

DVD

CD

HDD

 

K

 

TAPE/AMP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CDR

TV

VCR

CABLE

SAT

MD

 

 

 

 

CDR

MD

 

 

 

 

 

L

DIMMER

 

 

 

 

 

SLEEP

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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M

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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E

 

 

 

 

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R

 

 

 

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ET

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L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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REC

 

PLAYLIST

 

 

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M

 

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LISTENING MODE

 

 

 

 

STEREO

SURR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REPEAT

AUDIO

SUBTITLE

PLAY MODE

N

 

9

PURE A

DIRECT

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LEVEL

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J

 

 

 

L NIGHT

Re-EQ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RC-620M

 

 

 

 

DISPLAY button

Displays information about the current disc or track, including elapsed time, remaining time, total time, and so on.

Playback buttons

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

REC [] button

Starts recording.

REPEAT button

Used with the repeat playback function.

OPEN/CLOSE [] button

Opens and closes the disc tray or ejects the MiniDisc.

CLEAR button

Cancels functions and clears entered numbers.

RETURN button

Used with some components.

RANDOM button

Used with the random playback function.

PLAY MODE button

Selects play modes on components with selectable play modes.

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A STANDBY button

HDD Mode

Turns off the HDD-compatible component.

 

HDD mode is for controlling Onkyo’s next generation HDD-compatible components. As of 2005, it can be used with the Onkyo DS-A1 Remote Interactive Dock and Apple iPod connected via .

When Using the DS-A1:

Connect the DS-A1 to the TAPE IN or VIDEO 3 IN jacks.

Set the DS-A1’s RI MODE switch to HDD.

Set the AV receiver’s input display to HDD (see page 46).

Refer to the DS-A1’s instruction manual.

BON button*

Turns on the HDD-compatible component.

CArrow []/[] and ENTER buttons*

Used to navigate menus and select items.

DALBUM +/– button*

Selects the next or previous album.

EDISPLAY button*

Turns on the backlight for 30 seconds.

FPrevious [] button

Restarts the current song. Press it twice to select the previous song.

GPause [ ] button

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pauses playback. (With 3rd generation iPods, it

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

works as a Play/Pause button.)

ON

STANDBY

 

 

 

 

 

H Rewind [

] button

 

 

 

TV

 

B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I

 

 

INPUT

 

Press and hold to rewind.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

V1

 

V2

V3

 

 

 

I PLAYLIST [

]/[

] buttons*

 

1

 

2

 

3

 

+

 

 

V4

MULTI CH

DVD

TV CH

 

Used to select the previous or next playlist on the

 

4

 

5

 

6

 

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

HDD-compatible component.

 

CD

TAPE

TUNER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

 

8

 

9

 

 

 

J REPEAT button*

 

 

PHONO

 

 

 

 

 

TV VOL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Used with the repeat function.

 

+10

 

0

CLEAR

 

 

 

- - / - -- 10

 

11

 

 

12

 

 

K MENU button*

 

 

INPUT SELECTOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MACRO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Used to access menus.

 

1

 

2

 

3

 

ZONE2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

REMOTE MODE

 

 

L Play [

] button

 

 

RECEIVER

DVD

CD

HDD

HDD

 

 

TAPE/AMP

 

 

 

 

 

 

Starts playback. If the component is off, it will turn

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TV

VCR

CABLE

SAT

 

on automatically. (With 3rd generation iPods, this

 

 

 

 

CDR

MD

 

 

DIMMER

 

 

 

 

 

SLEEP

 

button works as a Play/Pause button.)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NU

M

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ME

E

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C

 

P

 

N

U

 

K

M Next [

] button

 

 

O

 

 

 

 

 

 

T

 

 

 

 

 

 

+

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Selects the next song.

D

CH

 

ENTER

 

 

VOL

 

N Stop [

] button

 

DISC

 

 

 

 

 

ALBUM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

-

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stops playback and displays a menu.

 

PREV

R

 

 

 

P

 

 

O Fast Forward [

] button

 

CH

ET

URN

 

U

 

 

5

 

SET

 

 

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DISPLAY

 

 

 

 

 

MUTING

Press and hold to fast forward.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

M

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P RANDOM button*

 

G

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

N

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Used with the shuffle function.

8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

O

REC

 

PLAYLIST

 

 

RANDOM

 

 

 

 

9

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

P

 

 

 

 

 

LISTENING MODE

 

 

* Buttons marked with an asterisk (*) are not supported by

 

STEREO

SURR

 

 

 

 

 

3rd generation iPods.

 

 

REPEAT

AUDIO

SUBTITLE

PLAY MODE

 

 

 

 

 

J

PURE A

DIRECT

THX

ALLST

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TESTTONE

CH SEL

LEVEL

LEVEL

 

 

 

 

 

 

OPEN/CLOSE VIDEO OFF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L NIGHT

Re-EQ

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

RC-620M

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Connecting Your Speakers

Enjoying Home Theater

Thanks to the AV receiver’s superb capabilities, you can enjoy surround sound with a real sense of movement in your own home—just like being in a movie theater or concert hall. You can enjoy DVDs featuring DTS and Dolby Digital. With analog and digital TV, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIx and Onkyo’s own DSP surround listening modes. You can also enjoy THX Surround EX (THX-certified THX speaker system recommended).

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 equally spaced from the TV. Angle them inward slightly 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. For 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 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 equally spaced from the listener.

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 way along the wall, as shown.

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

Corner position

1/3 wall position

Surround back left and right speakers

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

THX recommends that they be equally spaced from the listener, creating a triangle, and that the angle at the apex of the triangle be about 60 degrees. Make sure that the listening position is within range of the speakers.

 

 

 

60˚

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Surround

Surround

back left

back right

speaker

speaker

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Connecting Your Speakers—Continued

Connecting Your Speakers

Speaker Configuration

For the best surround-sound experience, you should connect seven speakers and a powered subwoofer.

The following table shows which channels you should use based on the number of speakers you have.

Number of speakers:

2

3

4

5

6

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Front left

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Front right

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Center

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Surround left

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Surround right

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Surround back

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Surround back left*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Surround back right*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the left (L) SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS terminals.

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

To get the best from your surround-sound system, you need to set the speaker settings by using the supplied setup microphone (see page 40).

Using Dipole Speakers

You can use dipole speakers for the surround left and right and surround back left and right speakers. Dipole speakers output the same sound in two directions. Dipole speakers typically have an arrow printed on them to indicate how they should be positioned. The surround left and right dipole speakers should be positioned so that their arrows point toward the TV/screen, while the surround back left and right dipolar speakers should be positioned so that their arrows point toward each other, as shown.

Dipole speakers

 

 

Normal speakers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

1

 

TV/screen

 

 

TV/screen

 

2

3

4

2

3

4

5

6

5

6

 

7

 

 

8

 

 

7

 

8

 

1. Subwoofer

 

 

6. Surround right speaker

2. Front left speaker

7. Surround back left

3. Center speaker

 

 

 

speaker

 

 

4. Front right speaker

8. Surround back right

5. Surround left speaker

 

speaker

 

 

Connecting a Powered Subwoofer

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

Powered subwoofer

LINE INPUT

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, Zone 2 left

White

 

 

Front right, Zone 2 right

Red

 

 

Center

Green

 

 

Surround left

Blue

 

 

Surround right

Gray

 

 

Surround back left

Brown

 

 

Surround back right

Tan

 

 

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.

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Connecting Your Speakers—Continued

Speaker Connection Precautions

Read the following before connecting your speakers:

You can connect speakers with an impedance of between 4 and 16 ohms. If the impedance of any of the connected speakers is 4 ohms or more but less than 6, be sure to set the minimum speaker impedance to 4 ohms (see page 46). If you use speakers with a lower impedance, and use the amplifier at high volume levels for a long period of time, the built-in amp protection circuit may be activated.

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

Read the instructions supplied with your speakers.

Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other words, connect positive (+) terminals to only positive

(+) terminals, and negative (–) terminals to only negative (–) terminals. If you get them the wrong way around, the sound will be out of phase and will sound unnatural.

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

Be careful not to short the

positive and negative wires. Doing so may damage the AV receiver.

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

Don’t connect a speaker to several terminals.

Connecting the Speaker Cables

1

Strip about 5/8" (15

5/8" (15 mm)

 

mm) of insulation from

 

 

the ends of the

 

 

speaker cables, and

 

 

twist the bare wires

 

 

tightly, as shown.

 

2

Unscrew the terminal.

 

3

Fully insert the bare

 

 

wires.

 

4 Screw the terminal tight.

The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals.

If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the left (L) SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS terminals.

Surround

Surround

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

back left

back right

Front left

 

Front right

speaker

speaker

speaker

 

speaker

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Surround left

Surround

Center

speaker

right speaker

speaker

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Connecting Antenna

This section 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 AV receiver 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 jack

Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna

The supplied indoor FM antenna is for indoor use only.

1 Attach the FM antenna, as shown.

American Model

Insert the plug fully into the jack.

Other Models

Insert the plug fully into the jack.

Once your AV receiver 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.

2 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.

If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead (see page 23).

Connecting the AM Loop Antenna

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

1 Assemble the AM loop antenna, inserting the tabs into the base, as shown.

2 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.

Push

Insert wire

Release

Once your AV receiver 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 your AV receiver, 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 23).

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Connecting Antenna—Continued

Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna

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

Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna

If good reception cannot be achieved using the supplied AM loop antenna, an outdoor AM antenna can be used in addition to the loop antenna, as shown.

Outdoor antenna

Insulated antenna cable

AM loop antenna

Notes:

Outdoor FM antennas work best outside, but usable results can sometimes be obtained when installed in an attic or loft.

For best results, install the outdoor FM antenna well away from tall buildings, preferably with a clear line of sight to your local FM transmitter.

Outdoor antenna should be located away from possible noise sources, such as neon signs, busy roads, etc.

For safety reasons, outdoor antenna should be situated well away from power lines and other high-voltage equipment.

Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards.

Using a TV/FM Antenna Splitter

Outdoor AM antennas work best when installed horizontally outside, but good results can sometimes be obtained indoors by mounting horizontally above a window. Note that the AM loop antenna should be left connected.

Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards.

It’s best not to use the same antenna for both FM and TV reception, as this can cause interference problems. If circumstances demand it, use a TV/FM antenna splitter, as shown.

TV/FM antenna splitter

To AV receiver

To TV (or VCR)

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Connecting Your Components

About AV Connections

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

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

Optical Digital Jacks

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

AV Connection Color Coding

RCA-type AV connections are usually color coded: red, white, and yellow. Use red plugs to connect right-chan- nel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled “R”). Use white plugs to connect left-channel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled “L”). And use yellow plugs to connect composite video inputs and outputs.

Left (white)

Analog audio

Left (white)

 

Right (red)

 

Right (red)

(Yellow)

Composite video

(Yellow)

 

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

AV Cables and Jacks

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

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

Right!

Wrong!

Video

Cable

Jack

Description

 

Y

Y

Component video separates the luminance (Y) and

 

 

Y

color difference signals (PR, PB), providing the best

Component

PB

PB

video cable

 

PB

picture quality. (Some TV manufacturers label their

PR

PR

 

component video jacks slightly differently.)

 

 

PR

 

 

 

S-Video separates the luminance and color signals

S-Video cable

 

S

and provides better picture quality than composite

 

 

 

video.

Composite

 

V

Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs,

video cable

 

 

and other video equipment.

Audio

 

 

 

 

Cable

Jack

Description

Optical digital

This offers the best sound quality and allows you to

OPTICAL

enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS. The audio quality is

audio cable

the same as for coaxial.

 

 

 

This offers the best sound quality and allows you to

Coaxial digital

 

COAXIAL

 

enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS. The audio quality is

audio cable

 

 

the same as for optical.

 

 

Analog audio

L

This cable carries analog audio. It’s the most com-

 

mon connection format for analog audio and can be

cable (RCA)

R

found on virtually all AV components.

 

 

 

 

This cable carries multichannel analog audio and is

 

 

typically used to connect DVD players with a 7.1-

Multichannel

 

channel analog audio output. Several standard ana-

analog audio

 

log audio cables can be used instead of a multichan-

cable (RCA)

 

 

nel cable.

 

 

Note: The AV receiver does not support SCART connections.

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Connecting Your Components—Continued

Connecting Audio and Video Signals to the AV Receiver

By connecting both the audio and video outputs of your DVD player and other AV components to the AV receiver, you can switch the audio and video signals simultaneously simply by changing the input source on the AV receiver.

: Signal Flow

 

Video

Video

 

Audio

Audio

TV, projector, etc.

DVD player, etc.

Speakers (see page 21 for hookup details)

 

Which Connections Should I Use?

The AV receiver supports several connection formats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment. The format you choose will depend on the formats supported by your other components. Use the following sections as a guide. For video components, you must make an audio connection and a video connection.

Video Connection Formats

Video equipment can be connected to the AV receiver by using any one of the following video connection formats: composite video, S-Video, or component video, the latter offering the best picture quality.

Composite video to S-Video and S-Video to composite video conversion only applies to the MONITOR OUT V and S outputs, not the VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 OUT V and S outputs.

Note: The AV receiver can be set to upconvert composite video and S-Video input signals and output them from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (see page 44).

For optimum video performance, THX recommends that video signals pass through without upconversion (i.e., Composite video input to Composite video output; S-Video input to S-Video output; Component video input to Component video output).

Video Signal Flow Chart

DVD player, etc.

 

 

 

 

Output

Composite

S-Video

Component

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

Composite

S-Video

Component

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AV receiver

 

 

page 44

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MONITOR OUT

Composite

S-Video

Component

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Input

Composite

S-Video

Component

TV,

projector,

etc.

Audio Connection Formats

Audio equipment can be connected to the AV receiver by using any of the following audio connection formats: analog, optical, coaxial, or analog multichannel.

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

Audio Signal Flow Chart

DVD player, etc.

 

 

 

 

Output

Optical

Coaxial

Analog

Multichannel

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Optical

Coaxial

Analog

Multichannel

 

 

AV receiver

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

Optical

 

Analog

 

 

 

 

 

Input

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Optical

 

Analog

 

 

MD recorder,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

etc.

 

 

 

 

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Connecting Your Components—Continued

Connecting a TV or Projector

Step 1: Video Connection

Choose a video connection that matches your TV ( A , B , or C ), and then make the connection.

Step 2: Audio Connection

Choose an audio connection that matches your TV ( a , b , or c ), and then make the connection.

With connection , you can listen to and record audio from your TV and listen in Zone 2.

To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection or c . (For recording, use and b , or and .)

Connection

AV receiver

Signal flow

TV

Picture quality

 

A

 

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

 

Component video input

Best

 

 

 

MONITOR OUT S

 

S-Video input

Better

 

B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C

 

MONITOR OUT V

 

Composite video input

Standard

 

 

 

VIDEO 3 IN L/R

 

Analog audio L/R output

 

 

a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

b

 

DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 2

 

Digital coaxial output

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL OPTICAL IN 2

 

Digital optical output

 

 

c

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hint!

If your TV has no audio outputs, connect an audio output from your VCR to the AV receiver and use its tuner to listen to TV programs through the AV receiver.

b

 

MONITOR

COAXIAL

OUT V

 

IN 2

 

c

 

MONITOR

 

OUT

OPTICAL

S

IN 2

A COMPONENT VIDEO

IN

 

L

Y

 

 

R

PB

VIDEO 3

 

C

B

a

PR

 

 

 

 

L

 

R

 

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

Y

PB

PR

AUDIO

S VIDEO

VIDEO

OUT

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

OUT

IN

IN

Connect one

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TV, projector,

 

 

or the other

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

etc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Connecting Your Components—Continued

Connecting a DVD player

Step 1: Video Connection

Choose a video connection that matches your DVD player ( A , B , or C ), and then make the connection. If you use connection A , you must connect the AV receiver to your TV with the same type of connection.

Step 2: Audio Connection

Choose an audio connection that matches your DVD player ( a , b , or c ), and then make the connection.

With connection , you can listen to and record audio from a DVD and listen in Zone 2.

To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection or . (For recording, use and , or and .)

If your DVD player has main left and right outputs and multichannel left and right outputs, be sure to use the main left and right outputs for connection .

Connection

AV receiver

Signal flow

DVD player

Picture quality

A

 

COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1

 

Component video output

Best

B

 

DVD IN S

 

S-Video output

Better

C

 

DVD IN V

 

Composite video output

Standard

a

 

DVD IN FRONT

 

Analog audio L/R output

 

b

 

DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 1

 

Digital coaxial output

 

c

 

DIGITAL OPTICAL IN 4

 

Digital optical output

 

b

COAXIAL

 

 

 

 

 

IN 1

 

 

 

C

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

DVD

 

 

 

 

 

V

 

c

OPTICAL

 

 

IN

B

 

 

 

 

DVD

 

 

IN 4

 

 

S

 

A COMPONENT VIDEO

FRONT

a

IN 1

L

 

 

 

Y

R

PB

IN

PR

 

 

 

 

L

 

R

 

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

Y

PB

PR

AUDIO

S VIDEO

VIDEO

OUT

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

Connect one

 

or the other

DVD player

To connect a DVD player or DVD-Audio/SACD-capable player with a multichannel analog audio output, see page 28.

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Connecting Your Components—Continued

Hooking Up the Multichannel DVD Input

If your DVD player supports multichannel audio formats such as DVD-Audio or SACD, and it has a multichannel analog audio output, you can connect it to the AV receiver’s multichannel DVD input.

Use a multichannel analog audio cable, or several normal audio cables, to connect the AV receiver’s DVD IN FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R, SURR BACK L/R, and SUBWOOFER jacks to the 7.1-channel analog audio output on your DVD player. If your DVD player has a 5.1-channel analog audio output, don’t connect anything to the AV receiver’s SURR BACK L/R jacks. See “Using the Multichannel DVD Input” on page 57 for setup and operation.

FRONT

SURROUND

CENTER

SURR BACK

L

 

 

L

R

R

SUB

DVD WOOFER

L

R L

R

 

L

R

FRONT

SURROUND

CENTER

SUB

 

SURR

 

 

 

WOOFER

 

BACK

DVD player

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Connecting Your Components—Continued

Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Playback

In addition to video playback, with this hookup, you can use your VCR’s tuner to listen to your favorite TV programs via the AV receiver, useful if your TV has no audio outputs.

If you have two video recorders (e.g., a VCR and a DVD recorder), connect one recorder to the VIDEO 1 IN jacks, as shown here, and connect the other recorder to the VIDEO 2 IN jacks in the same way.

Step 1: Video Connection

Choose a video connection that matches your VCR or DVD recorder ( A , B , or C ), and then make the connection. If you use connection A , you must connect the AV receiver to your TV with the same type of connection.

Step 2: Audio Connection

Choose an audio connection that matches your VCR or DVD recorder ( a , b , or c ), and then make the connection.

With connection , you can listen to the VCR or DVD recorder even in Zone 2.

To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection or . (To listen in Zone 2 as well, use and , or and .)

Connection

AV receiver

Signal flow

VCR or DVD recorder

Picture quality

A

COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2

 

Component video output

Best

B

VIDEO 1 IN S

 

S-Video output

Better

C

VIDEO 1 IN V

 

Composite video output

Standard

a

VIDEO 1 IN L/R

 

Analog audio L/R output

 

b

DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 2

 

Digital coaxial output

 

c

DIGITAL OPTICAL IN 1

 

Digital optical output

 

b

COAXIAL

 

 

 

 

IN 2

 

 

C

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

VIDEO 1

 

 

 

 

V

 

c

OPTICAL

 

IN

B

 

 

 

VIDEO 1

 

 

IN 1

 

S

 

A

COMPONENT VIDEO

IN

a

 

IN 2

L

 

 

 

 

Y

R

PB

VIDEO 1

PR

 

 

 

 

L

 

R

 

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

Y

PB

PR

AUDIO

S VIDEO

VIDEO

OUT

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

Connect one or the other

VCR,

DVD recorder

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