Onkyo ES-600PRO User manual

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ES-600PRO
AV SURROUND PROCESSOR

e Congratulations on your purchase of the ONKYO ES-600PRO AV Surround Processor.
®@ Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and turning power on.
@ Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain opumum performance
and listening enjoyment from your new ES-600PRO. ® Please retain this manual for future
reference.
CONTENTS
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@ Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound System
Dolby Pro Logic Surround Sound uses an “active decoder” configuration to produce a sonic composition remarkably similar to what
you'd hear in a movie theater. Its “directional emphasis circult” adds an tndependently controlled “center channel” to the existing stereo
L/R front channels and monaural L/R rear channel. Not just a combination of the left and right channel signals, the center channe}! uses
logic steering circuitry that increases separation from around 3 dB to between 26 and 40 dB for pinpoint directionality, image stability
and enhanced overall sound quality. So the voices of characters on the screen always come directly from the TV, never from a side speaker.
® Four Surround Modes
The ES-600PRO gives the listener four kinds of surround sound circuitry to choose from tn addition to Dolby Pro Logic: Dolby 3 Stereo.
Hall Surround and Stadium. You can choose the mode that best matches the program material.
® Adjustable Digital Time Delay
The ES-600PRO includes adjustable time delay for the rear speaker channels to jet the user acoustically tailor the perceived room size
to maich the characteristics of the program materia:. This feature works with the Dolby Pro Logic, Hall and Stadium surround modes
and can be adjusted either manually or via the remote control. Delay is adjustable within a range of 15 -— 30 milliseconds (5 — 40 mil-
liseconds In the Hall and Stadium surround modes}. The longer the delay, the larger the apparent acoustical size of the listening room.
Three Built-In High Power Amplifiers (Center: 50 W, Rear: 2 x 20 W)
® Programmable Universal Remote Control Included
The remote control that comes with the ES-600PRO0 covers all major surround processor functions and is preprogrammed with contro!
codes for ONKYO FRI amplifiers. cassette decks and CD players. In addition, it can be programmed to “remember” 40 additional! codes.
That means the user can operate not only the audio system, but the VCR and TV set as well with a single remote.
® Large Fluorescent Display
-AUTION CEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE
“O REOUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
OVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
EFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.”
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® Sur ies modéles dont ia fiche est polarisée.
ATTENTION: pour prREvENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES
NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PRO-
LONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE
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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
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® The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A DECOUVERT.
an equilateral triangle. 1s intended to alert the user ATTENTION FOR BRITISH MODEL
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage @ Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply
within the product's enclosure that may be of suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service
to persons. personnel.
@ IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured tn ac-
@ The exclamation point within an equilateral tangle cordance with the following code:
is intended to alert the user to the presence of tm- Biue: Neutral
portant operating and maintenance (servicing) in- Brown: Live
structions in the literature accompanying the appii- As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may
ance. ot correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals
7 in your plug, proceed as foliows:
WARNIN G The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminai
O REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT which ts marked with the letter N or coloured black.
(POSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.” The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal
For models having power cords with a polarized plug. which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
AUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE @ This apparatus complies with requirements of EC directive
87 /308/EEC.
11S (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RE-
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[mportant safeguards
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Read Instructions ~- Al! the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appilance ts operated.
Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings ~— Ail warnings on the appliance and in the op-
erating Instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions ~- Al! operating and use instructions should
be followed.
. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near
water — for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, ijaundry
tub, in a wet basement. or near a swimming pool, and the like.
. Carts and Stands -~ The appliance should be used only with a
cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick stops.
excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
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Wall or Ceiling Mounting
to a wall or ceding only as recommended by the manufacturer.
Tne appliance should be mounted
. Ventilation — The appliance should be situated so that its location
or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example,
the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar
surface that may biock the ventilation openings; or placed in a bulit-in
installation, such as @ bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow
of air through the ventiiation openings.
Heat — The appliance shouid be situated away trom heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including
amplifiers} that produce heat.
Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power
supply only of the type described in the operating Instructions or as
marked on the appliance.
Polarization - If the appliance is provided a polarized ptug having
on blade wider than the other, please read the following information:
The polarization of the plug is a safety feature. The polarized plug will
only fit the outlet one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet,
try reversing it. [f there is still trouble, the user should seek the services
of a qualified electrician. Under no circumstances should the user at-
tempt to defeat the polarization of the plug.
Power-Cord Protection -- Power-supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by ttems placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs.
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the ap-
pliance.
Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended
by the manufacturer.
Nonuse Periods ~— The power cord of the appliance should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a tang period of time.
Object and Liquid Entry ~- Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled tnto the enciosure through
openings.
Damage Requiring Service — The appliance should be serviced
by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or iquid has been spilled tnto the appliance;
or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain: or
OD. The apphance does not appear te Gperate normaliy or exhibits a
markea change in performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged
Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance
beyond that described in the operatirg instructions. Ali other servicing
should be referred to qualified service personnel.
Precautions
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Warranty Card
The serial number is written on the rear pane! of this unit. Copy
the serial number and model number onto your warranty card
and keep it in a safe place.
Recording Copyright
Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use
is illegal without permission of the copyright hoider.
AC Fuse
The fuse ts located inside the chassis and ts not user serviceable.
lf power does not come on, contact your ONKYO service center.
Care
From time to time you should wipe off the front and rear paneis
and the cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, dampen a soft
cloth in a weak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it
out dry, and wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately
with a clean cioth. Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol
or other chemical solvents or cloths since these could damage
the finish or remove the panel lettering.
Power
WARNING
BEFORE TURNING ON POWER FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ
THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
Some models are designed for use only with the power supply
voltage of the region where they are sold.
USA & Canadian models: AC120V, 6OHz
U.K. & Australian models: AC240V, 50Hz
Worldwide models: 120 and 220V switchable,
50/60Hz
® Voltage Selector (Rear Panel)
Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to
conform with local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch
to match the voltage of the power supply in your area before
turning the power switch on. Voltage is changed by sliding
the groove in the switch with a screwdriver to the right or
left. Confirm that the switch has been moved ai! the way to
the right or left before turning the power switch on. Models
without a voltage seiector can only be used tn areas where
the power supply is the same as that of the unit.
220V ~ 120V ~
at AC120V
220V ~ 120V ~
at AC220V

System connections
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General USA & Canadtan models
Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been made.
Atso be sure to perform left and right channel connections properly.
@ Standard Connection Procedures
AC OMTLETS
Worldwide models only
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SPEAKER SPEAKER
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ES-600PRO
to
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GRAPHIC
EQUALIZER:
AC
Outlet
(U.S.A.
and
Canadian
models)
® UNSWITCHED:
This outlet is not switched on and off by the POWER switch
on the front panel. Capacity is 200 watts.
ES-600PRO
Speaker Connections (SPEAKERS)
1. Connect the speakers to terminals.
2. When connecting speakers, proper polarity is important. Always
connect the (+) terminal (red) on this equipment to the (+)
terminal on the speaker and the (—) terminal (black) on this
equipment to the (—) termina! on the speaker.
3. Do not connect a single speaker in parallel to the right and left
channei outputs.
4. Use speaker cables that have a !ow impedance and that are as
short as possible. ,
+ Attach speaker cables to the rear panel speaker terminals with
care, being sure that connections are made firmly and that there
is no possibility of a short circuit occurring,
Speaker Cable Connection
Lift the lever and insert the wire
When the wire has been
inserted firmly into the hole,
release the lever.
GRAPHIC EQUALIZER
AMPLIFIER, RECEIVER etc.

Control positions and names
Front panel
For more information about buttons or controls, turn to the page number listed in the [
Display
Remote Control Sensor [8]
Reset Button
(RESET) [6]
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Volume Control Knob
(VOLUME) [5]
input Balance Control Knob
(INPUT BALANCE) [6]
POWER Switch
Delay Time Buttons
(DELAY TIME) [6]
Center Level Control Buttons
(CENTER LEVEL) [6]
Rear Level Contro! Buttons
(REAR LEVEL) [6]
HALL, STADIUM)
Display
CENTER MODE indicator
Center off Button
(CENTER OFF} [6]
Center Mode Button
(CENTER MODE) [5]
By Pass Button (BY-PASS) [5]
Surround and 3 Stereo Mode Buttons [5]
(DOLBY PRO LOGIC, DOLBY 3 STEREO,
Surround Mode indicator MUTING indicator
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Parameter indicator
REAR LEVEL indicator
CENTER LEVEL indicator

Operations
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This
model
is
equipped
with
four
different
surround
modes.
which
are
selected
using
the
Surrourd
and
3
Stereo
Made
buttons.
Select
the
modes
according
to
the
type
of
program
being
played
and
the
desired
ambience,
such
as
that
of
a
movie
theater.
a
concert
hail.
etc
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This
model
includes
a
built-in
Dolby
Pro
Logic
Surround
decoder.
Dalby
Pro
Logic
Surround
was
developed
as
a
consumer
version
of
the
Dolby
Stereo
system
used
in
movie
theaters.
It
is
suitable
for
plaving
sources
recorded
with
the
Dolby
Surround
system.
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ae Press once to turn power on and once again to turn power off.
_ @ The display is illuminated when power !s on
2 Turn on the amplifier which is connected to this model. then
select the desired input source.
"3: Select the desired mode with the Surround or 3 Stereo Mode
buUtTONS.,
This mode |s appropriate for piaying program materia! that
was recorded using Dolby Surround fhe same thril! felt when
viewing 4 program in a movie theater can be enjoyed when
this mode !s selected
@ Commercial video sources recorded with the Dolby
Surround system are ‘ndicated by the
DU: cever SURROUND Mark
Surround Adjustments
a Select the destred mode with the Surround or 3 Stereo Mode
buttons.
Pro Logic Modes
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Sei to this mode for normal Pro Logic playback,
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; When not using rear speakers, set to this mode.
2) Pressing the CENTER MODE button shifts the center mode in
the sequence :ndicated.
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Where rear speakers are not available, DOLBY 3 STEREO
provides partial reproductton of the Dolby Pro Logic Sur.
round capabilities using only the 3 front channeis tieft, righ’
and center). For only the 3 front channels, the directionality
enhancer circuit allows the shifting sound feature of Dolby
Pro Logic Surround to be enjoyed.
The surround signal is reproduced at an appropriate distance
between the front left and nght speakers
Use of the rear speaker system is recommended for full en.
joyment of Dolby Pro Logic Surround
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This mode is suitable for classical and other types of music
characterized by its many sound reverberations
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Actual movie theaters use many rear speakers. These modes
dare designed io replicate this atmosphere They are suitable
for playing program materiai that was recarded using Dolby
Surround
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The surround mode 1's not used Audio input signals (ieft
and right) are conveyed directly to the front speakers without
sound modification.
4 Start piay of the selected input source.
5 Adjust the Volume Cortrai knob of this model or the amplifier
which is connected to the appropriate level
Center Modes
Dalby Pro Logic Surround requies a center speaker tor reproducing
the center signal. The mode shoutd be selected based on the tyne
of center speaker used.
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The center speaker 1s Smaiier or otherwise less able than the
front speakers to handle bass frequencies. The center signa!
is divided so that sounds above 100 Hz are reproduced by
the center speaker and those below are applied to the front
speakers
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in this case. the bass response of the center speaker system
is essentially equal to that of the fromt speakers. The center
channei sound ts completely applied to the center speaker
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Select this mode if a center speaker is not used The center
channel sound is appliec to the front speakers

3 Press the DELAY TIME (-. ~) button
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With certain programs, sounds that should be heard from the
rear emerge from the center, or vice versa. in such cases, the
delay time can be adjusted for the correct sound positioning.
The standard setting ig 20ms. but if correction is needed, select
fram among 15. 20 25 and 3Gms. However, to optimize the
surround effect, determine the setting from the relationship in-
dicated in the figure.
The delay time carinot be set during DOLBY 3 STEREO.
Delay time
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L1 Distance from center speaker to listening position
L2 Distances from rear speaker fo hsteniag Dasitien
NOTE:
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The delay time changes from 5 ms to 40 ms, if Hall or Stadium
mode ts selected
Input Balance Adjustment
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During DOLBY PRO LGGIC SURROUND playback. if conversation
which should be heard directiy from the center Is off to either the
eft or ght. the INPUT BALANCE Controi Knob can be used to
adtust the balance as totiows.
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STEREO Buttan .
@ The Input Ba:ance is in operation whie the DOLBY PRO
LOGIC and DOLBY 3 STEREO Surround modes are in effec!
2 Play back Go Source from which the conversation can be heard
trectiv from the front
3 Press the CENTER OFF Buiton on tne unit
@ The sound from the center speaker wii ro tanger be heard.
4 usingthe INPUT BALANCE Contre: Knob. adjust until the sound
of the vaice reaches its m-nimum level
5 Press the CENTER OFF Button of the une
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Ths COMmp ates the: adusimenm
4) Press the TEST button on the remote control transmitter.
The best effect is obtained from the Dolby Pro Logic Surround
when the volume is balanced among the speakers.
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@ Set it to a low position in order to avoid a sudden occurance
of high volume when beginning operations with the test tone.
@ When the remote contro! TEST button is pressed, the tone
emanates from the speakers in the sequence Front Left (L)
Center (C) — Front Right (R) — Rear (S)....
From the listening position. use the CENTER and REAR
LEVEL buttons to adjust for equal test tone volume on each
channel,
@ inthe PHANTOM center mode the test tone alternates be
tween the front (left and right} and rear channels.
5 Pressing the TEST button again will turn off the test tone
@® The test tone continues far 1.5 seconds on each channel for
a total speaker system check time of 90 seconds.
When tne RESET Button is pressed. the values set for
DELAY TIME, CENTER LEVEL. and REAR LEVEL when
making the surround adjustments are returned to their
;
initial
values
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NOTE:
When using HALL. STADIUM or BY-PASS. set the INPUT
BALANCE Contre! Knob to the center position.

Section Names and Functions
(Remote Control Transmitter)
Remote Control Transmitter (RC-199M)
The following buttons are used to controi the ES-600PRO
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Operation Indicators
The two indicators function as guides when codes are stored
in the remote control transmitier. If the encoding process is
incomplete or the battery depleted the LEARNED/SENDING
indicator will flash whenever a button is pressed.
LEARN/A/B Switch
A: Set to this position during operatian for (3) — ay buttons
and other white characters.
B: tn this position, al! buttons are operable except (3) through
) .
LEARN: Use this position to input the code of another remote
control transmitter.
Test Tone (TEST)
Test tone on/off.
Surround Mode (SURROUND MODE)
Surround mode selector button. Operation is the same as that
of the surround mode button of the front panel.
Surround Mode On/Off Button (ON/OFF)
OFF: Operation is the same as that of the BY.PASS button of
the front panel.
ON: The status prior to turning the mode off is resumed.
Center Speaker On/Off Button (CENTER ON/OFF)
Turns the Center Speaker on and off when adjusting the input
balance.
Center Level (CENTER LEVEL a / WW)
Adjust the center speaker volume.
4 : Increases the volume
vw : Decreases the volume
Rear Level (REAR LEVEL a/ VW )}
Adjust the rear speaker volume.
& : Increases the volume
vw © Decreases the volume
Delay Time (DELAY TIME)
Use this button to select the delay time.
Muting Button (AUDIO MUTING)
Press to activate muting and cut off the sound. Press again to
deactivate the muting and return to original volume level.
Switching off power to the unit also deactivates the muting.
Volume Control (VOLUME 4 / Ww )
Adjust volume level
A | increases the volume
v : Decreases the volume

Using the remote control transmitter
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@® For details on the function of each control, see the description
in “Remote Control Transmitter” (RC-199M) on page 7.
® Batteries
The remote control transmitter is powered by two batteries.
Before using this unit for the first time, insert the two batteries
(included) as shown in the diagram The remote contro! trans-
mitter has no on/otf switch. Average battery life is one year.
This period may be shorter depending on the frequency of use
and environment (temperature and humidity) in which the re-
mote control transmitter is used. If the remote contro! transmitter
does not operate even though front panel controls function
normally, the batteries should be replaced. Use only batteries
listed in the following chart.
AA
1.5V R6
Manga-
nese
Do not leave an exptred battery in the case as it may leak
or damage the battery case.
When inserting the batteries. be sure the (+) and (-)} ends
are properly aligned.
Do not use nickel-cadmium (rechargeable) batteries.
Do not use one specified (manganese) battery and one al!-
kaline battery at the same time.
Replace both batteries at once; do not use one old and one
new battery together.
Transmitter Battery Replacement
ES-600PRO
Remote sensor
a approx. Sm
j LS (16 feet)
Remote controt transmitter
RC-199M
Precautions
Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter is not going
to be used for a jong time.
The batteries of the remote control transmitter must be replaced
periodically. Remember, however, that commands will be re-
ceived only when the main power switch of the ES-600PRO
Is On.
This unit uses infrared rays. Therefore. commands may not be
received properly !f the front panel of the ES-600PRO ts exposed
to bright light. To prevent this from occurring, place the
ES-600PRO so that it Is not directly exposed to a bright light.
If the ES-600PRO is piaced tnside an audio rack behind a glass
door, the door should not use colored glass or have any deco-
rations on !t since this could shorten the range or prevent
commands from being received.
Use of other infrared remote control devices in the same room
may cause Interference.
(He rravisnitter operates Uo to @a Wstatice Of about ve rrerers
(16 feet}. The transmitting window must always be pointed at
the reception window when a command is sent to the
ES-600PRO.
If this remote contral transmitter does not operate properly,
confirm that the batteries are not dead. If the problem persists,
contact your ONKYO service center.

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NOTES:
@® Commands of systems with the ONKYO FRI mark are already
stored at the A position and part of the B section of the
LEARN/A,’B selector switch There is no need to “learn”
them. {The FRI mark is ONKYQO’s own mark).
If necessary, the buttons in the following figure marked with
number 3 can be placed in the memory with a different code.
Blue characters are used to input codes into the memory.
Set a code on your existing remote control to an appropriate
blue character. When using the memory the LEARN/A/B
switch must be on A.
The output of most infrared remote contro! transmission units
on the market today consists of a series of pulses (codes).
By changing these codes. functions can be differentiated
between products of different manufacturers. In order to
operate certain functions, the codes of that particular unit
have to be assigned the same code for the function to work
correctly.
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CQ) Display Indicators (PRESS MATCHING KEYS,
LEARNED/SENDING)
These indicators act as guides when this unit “learns” and “uses”
commands. They aiso warn the user when an error Is made or
when battery power Is low. |
(2) Learn/A/B Selector Switch (LEARN/A/B)
Set this switch to A or B when operating. Set the switch to
LEARN for memorizing other remote control codes.
(3) These buttons are for operating other ONKYO products that have
the FRI mark (white characters). They can be operated at either
A or B settings of the LEARN/A/8 switch (white characters)
These buttons are capable of learning.
@ Operate Deck-B. if a single deck is used.
(4) These buttons are for operating this model. They can be operated
with the LEARN/A/B switch set to A. For a detailed description,
see page 5.
® The Audio Muting button and Volume button can operate the
ES-600PRO in the A position, and these buttons can also be
used for operating other equipment when in the B position.
How to Learn (Applicable anty to A side)
1) Set the LEARN/A/B selector switch to LEARN.
Qo Place the head of your existing remote control unit 2 -- 4 inches
(5 -— 10 cm) from the head of this unit, laying both units on a
table or another flat surface.
“3: Press the button of this unit into which you want to memorize
the cade. The “PRESS MATCHING KEYS" indicator lights.
4) Hold down the button you want to memorize on your existing
remote contro! unit while the “PRESS MATCHING KEYS" tn-
dicator is lighted until the LEARNED/SENDING indicator iights.
5 To continue the process and memorize another key, repeat steps
35-4).
Buttons corresponding ta 3
i@g. power) 3)
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5. 10cm
i2 - 4 inches)
ONKBRYO
Head of your existing
remote control unit
Head of this unit (RC-199M)}
NOTES:
@® Someremote controllers use a single button to change codes,
with the code changing each time the button is pressed. If
you are using this kind of controller, please perform “learn”
functions for each of the buttons individually, one function
to one RC-199M button.
This remote control transmitter uses tnfrared rays.
Most remote control codes can be memorized using the in-
frared system: however, depending on the degree to which
the system differs, there are some rare occasions where
memorization is not possible.
Be sure to assign functions to the buttons with the corre-
sponding function names and/or symbols. if functions and
button names are different, the function which actually op-
erates will be different from that which ts displayed.
For instructions regarding the operation of “learned” units,
please refer to the individua! instruction manuais for each
product.
Even after codes have been memorized, piease keep your
existing remote contro! transmitter in a safe place. If the
memorized codes are lost when the batteries run down, etc.,
it will be necessary to memerize them once again using the
existing remote controi transmitter.

Operation
DY LEARN-A’B selector switch to Aor B
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Pty a
V) Set the LEARN/A/B selector switch to either A or B. Then op-
erate the remote contro! transmitter by pressing the buttons of
tne functions you wart to use
® There is no power switch ar the remote cantrol transmitter
Power's supplied automatically when a button 1s pressed.
If no button is pressed for a short interval, power goes off
automatically. to avoid wast nq the battery.
® if you press a button at which no code has been memorized.
the “LEARNED. SENDING’ indicator will not ight up
NOTE:
Piease check whether previousiy memorized functions are
working properly. The sending indicator may not be :/uminated
with
your
existing
remote
control
unit
Changing Commands
1 LEARN 4& 4 selector switch tae |b ARN
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‘TL Set the LEARN’A B selector switch to LEARN.
2 Commands should be memor zed using the system outlined in
the section, “How to Learr ’ New codes of newly entered
buttons only are modified. and the codes of previously memo
nized buttons are rat maditied.
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Additionally licensed under one or more of the following
patents: US. numbers 3,632,886. 3,746,792 and 3,959,590; Canadian numbers 1.004.603 and 1.037 877. “Dolby” and the double-D
symbo! are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
How to Reset the RC-199M (Clearing All Memorized
Commands)
+ a LEARN.A’RB selector switch to LEARN
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(2) POWER and AUDIO MUTING
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1) Set the LEARN/A’B selector switch to LEARN.
.2) Hold down both the POWER button and the AUDIO MUTING
at the same time. Continue holding these buttons down unti!
the PRESS MATCHING indicator and LEARNED/SENDING
indicator light up and are then turned off.
@ When the indicators are turned off, the reset operation 's
completed.
@® When the A section is reset. the preset ONKYO codes will
be recalled.
If the Indicators Flash
1. During learning, the indicators flash when the same codes are
stable and cannot be memor:zed multiple times. To ensure the
reception of stabie codes, piace both remote control units on a
table or other level surface and position them at a fixed distance
and orientation.
The indicators may flash in case an audio device can be con-
trolled by the existing remote control! unit but the cades cannat
be memorized by the RC-199M This is because the RC 199M
requires highly stable transmission output for identifying codes.
Replace the batteries of the existing remote contro! unit with
new ones, then repeat the learning operation
3. If the :ndicators flash when a button 1s pressed, it means that
the RC 199M batteries are worn out Replace its batteries with
new ones
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Trouble shooting guide
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@ If this model appears to be malfunctioning. Make sure the connecting cables and the speaker cables are connected correctly. See page
3, “System Connections”.
Power on but no sound
Center speaker sound is absent or weak.
Rear speaker sound is absent or weak.
The test tone does not work.
® AUDIO MUTING switch on. ® Switch to off by remote control transmitter.
@ The VOLUME control may be set to “O". | @ Adjust for an optimum sound level.
@ Surround mode set for BY-PASS. @ Set for the surround mode.
@ Center jevel is at minimum. @ Adjust for suitable center level.
@ Center mode set for PHANTOM. @ Set center mode for NORMAL or WIDEBAND.
@® CENTER OFF button on.
@ Surround mode set for BY-PASS. ® Set for the surround mode.
® Button to oft.
@ Rear level is set to Minimum. ® Adjust for suitable rear level.
® Pro Logic mode set for DOLBY 3 @ Set for DOLBY PRO LOGIC, HALL, STADIUM
STEREO.
mode.
@ The surround mode is not set on @ Set the surround mode on DOLBY PRO LOGIC,
DOLBY PRO LOGIC, DOLBY 3 DOLBY 3 STEREO
STEREO.
Specifications
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Power Output:
Total Harmonic
Dist.:
IM Distortion:
Damping Factor:
Output (LINE):
Sensitivity
and |mp.:
Frequency
Response:
Delay Time:
Signal to Noise
Ratio:
MUTING:
Power Supply
Rating:
SN 29341632
50 watts per channel! min. RMS. at 8 ohms, from
20Hz to 20,000Hz with no more than 0.09% total
harmonic distortion (CENTER )
20 watts per channel min. RMS. into 8 ohms,
1000Hz with no more than 1% total harmonic
distortion. (REAR)
0.09% at rated power (CENTER)
0.09% at 1 watts output (CENTER)
0.09% at rated power (CENTER)
0.09% at 1 watts output (CENTER)
50 at 8 ohms (CENTER)
150mV (volume max.)
Dolby Pro Logic: 200mV, 50kohms
Hall: 200mV, 50kohms
Stadium: 200mV, 50kohms
20 to 20,000Hz, +/~- 1dB (CENTER)
40 to 7,000Hz, +OdB, -—3dB (REAR)
15 to 30ms (5ms step) (Dolby Pro Logic Surround)
5 to 40ms (5ms step) (Hall/Stadium Surround)
80dB (IHF-A, Shorted) (CENTER)
-60dB
USA & Canadian models: AC120V 60Hz
U.K. & Australian models: AC240V 50Hz
Worldwide Models: 120 and 220V 50/60Hz
switchabie.
Dimensions
(Wx H x D): 455 x 90 x 320 mm
17-15/16" x 3-9/16" «x 12-5/8"
Weight: 6. 3kg 13.9lbs.
Specifications and features are subject to change without notice.
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