Onkyo SC886 - PR Preamplifier / Processor User manual

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AV C o n t r o l l e r
PR-SC886
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Controller.
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 Controller.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Contents
Introduction ...................................2
Connection ..................................21
First Time Setup ..........................46
Basic Operation...........................64
Using the Listening Modes ........75
Advanced Setup ..........................86
Zone 2 and Zone 3.....................115
Controlling Other Components ..122
Others.........................................127

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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 radia-
tors, 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 pro-
vided 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 recepta-
cles, and the point where they exit from the appara-
tus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12.
Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table spec-
ified by the manufacturer, or
sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use cau-
tion 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 volt-
age 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 fol-
low 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 ade-
quate 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.
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.
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.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS
OUVRIR
AVIS
PORTABLE CART WARNING
S3125A

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Precautions
1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use
only, recording copyrighted material is illegal with-
out the permission of the copyright holder.
2. AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the unit is not user-
serviceable. 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 deter-
gent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards
with a clean cloth. Don’t use abrasive cloths, thin-
ners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because
they may damage the finish or remove the panel let-
tering.
4. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE
FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SEC-
TION 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).
The power cord plug is used to disconnect this unit
from the AC power source. Make sure that the plug
is readily operable (easily accessible) at all times.
For North American model
Pressing the [ON/STANDBY] button to select
Standby mode 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. Preventing Hearing Loss
Caution
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and head-
phones can cause hearing loss.
6. Batteries and Heat Exposure
Warning
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall
not be exposed to excessive heat as sunshine, fire or
the like.
7. 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.
8. Handling Notes
• If you need to transport this unit, use the original
packaging to pack it how it was when you origi-
nally 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.
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 interfer-
ence in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful inter-
ference 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 dif-
ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-
cian 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:
ATT EN TION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLEC-
TRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS
LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRE-
SPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQU’AU FOND.

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Precautions—Continued
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 mark-
ings 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
GROEBENZELL, GERMANY
ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH
K. MIYAGI
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.

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Contents
Features ............................................................6
Supplied Accessories ......................................7
Multiroom Capability ........................................8
Front & Rear Panels .........................................9
Front Panel ...................................................................9
Display .......................................................................11
Rear Panel ..................................................................12
Remote Controller ..........................................15
Installing the Batteries ...............................................15
Aiming the Remote Controller ..................................15
About the Remote Controller Modes .........................16
RECEIVER/TAPE Mode ..........................................16
DVD Mode ................................................................18
CD/MD/CDR Modes .................................................19
DOCK Mode ..............................................................20
About Home Theater ......................................21
Enjoying Home Theater .............................................21
Connecting the AV Controller .......................22
Connecting Your Speakers ........................................22
Connecting a Power Amplifier with RCA Inputs ......23
Connecting a Power Amplifier with XLR Inputs ......24
Bi-amping the Front Speakers ...................................25
Connecting Antenna ..................................................26
About AV Connections ..............................................28
Connecting Both Audio & Video ..............................29
Which Connections Should I Use? ............................29
Connecting a TV or Projector ....................................31
Connecting a DVD player ..........................................32
Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Playback ......34
Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Recording ....35
Connecting a Satellite, Cable, Terrestrial Set-top box, or
Other Video Source .................................................36
Connecting Components with HDMI ........................37
Connecting a Game Console ......................................39
Connecting a Camcorder or Other Device .................40
Connecting a CD Player or Turntable ........................41
Connecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT
Recorder ..................................................................42
Connecting a Balanced Audio Source .......................42
Connecting an RI Dock ..............................................43
Connecting the Power Cords of Other Components
(North American model only) .................................43
Connecting Onkyo uComponents .........................44
Connecting the Power Cord .......................................44
Turning On the AV Controller ........................45
Turning On and Standby ............................................45
First Time Setup .............................................46
Monitor Setup ............................................................46
Selecting the Language used for the onscreen setup
menus ......................................................................47
Using the Onscreen Setup Menus ..............................48
Monitor Out Setup .....................................................49
Video Input Setup ......................................................50
Digital Audio Input Setup ..........................................53
Analog Audio Input Setup .........................................54
Speaker Settings .........................................................55
TV Format Setup (not North American models) .......56
AM Frequency Step Setup (on some models) ...........57
Changing the Input Display .......................................57
Automatic Speaker Setup (Audyssey MultEQ® XT) ....58
Basic Operations ............................................64
Selecting the Input Source ......................................... 64
Setting the Display Brightness .................................. 65
Adjusting Speaker Levels .......................................... 65
Muting the AV Controller ......................................... 65
Using the Sleep Timer ............................................... 66
Using Headphones ..................................................... 66
Adjusting the Bass & Treble ..................................... 66
Displaying Source Information ................................. 66
Listening to the Radio ....................................67
Listening to AM/FM Stations .................................... 67
Presetting AM/FM Stations ....................................... 69
Listening to HD Radio™ Stations
(North American model only) ................................. 70
Using RDS ................................................................. 72
Recording ........................................................74
Recording the Input Source ....................................... 74
Recording from Different AV Sources ...................... 74
Using the Listening Modes ............................75
Selecting the Listening Modes .................................. 75
Listening Modes Available for Each Source Format .... 76
About the Listening Modes ....................................... 82
Advanced Setup ..............................................86
Menu Map ................................................................. 86
Monitor Out Setup ..................................................... 87
Speaker Setup ............................................................ 89
Audio Adjust ............................................................. 98
Using the Music Optimizer ..................................... 101
Using the Re-EQ Function ...................................... 101
Using the Late Night Function ................................ 102
Source Setup ............................................................ 102
Listening Mode Presets ........................................... 107
Miscellaneous Setup ................................................ 108
Hardware Setup ....................................................... 110
Network Settings ..................................................... 112
Lock Setup ............................................................... 113
Selecting Audio Inputs ............................................ 114
Specifying the Digital Signal Format ...................... 114
Zone 2 and Zone 3 ........................................115
Connecting Zone 2 .................................................. 115
Connecting Zone 3 .................................................. 116
Zone 2/Zone 3 Out Settings ..................................... 117
Using Zone 2 and Zone 3 ........................................ 117
Using the 12V Triggers ........................................... 120
Using the Remote Controller in Zone 2/3 and Multiroom
Control Kits ........................................................... 121
Controlling Other Components ...................122
Entering Remote Control Codes .............................. 122
Resetting the Remote Controller ............................. 123
Learning Commands ............................................... 125
Using Macros ........................................................... 126
Troubleshooting ...........................................127
Specifications ...............................................132

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Features
Processing
• HDMI Audio and Video Processing (Deep Color,
x.v.Color, Lip Sync, DTS*1-HD Master Audio,
DTS-HD High Resolusion Audio, Dolby TrueHD*2,
Dolby Digital Plus, SA-CD and Multi-CH PCM)
• THX Ultra2 Plus*3 Certified
• HQV-Reon-VX Video Processing with 1080p Video
Upscaling of All Video Sources via HDMI
• Component Video Upconversion
• Burr-Brown 192 kHz/24-bit D/A Converters
• Three-TI (Aureus) 32-Bit DSP Chips
• Neural Surround*4, THX-Neural
• Theater-Dimensional*5 virtual surround sound
•DSDDirect
•Re-EQ
*6 function
Connections
• Balanced XLR stereo input
• Balanced XLR 7.1-channel preouts, with front biamp-
ing capability
• 4 HDMI*7 Inputs and 2 Outputs
• Onkyo for System Control
• 6 Digital Inputs (3 Optical / 3 Coaxial),
1 Output (Optical)
• 6 S-Video Inputs / 2 Outputs
• Component Video Switching (3 Inputs/2 Outputs)
• Zone 2 and Zone 3 Pre Out, and subwoofer preouts
• IR Input/Output and 12 V Trigger
• RS232 Port for Interface Control
Miscellaneous
• SIRIUS Ready*8 / XM Ready*9 with XMHD Sur-
round (North American models only)
• HD Radio*10 reception (North American models
only)
• 40 SIRIUS/XM/AM/FM Presets (North American
models)
• 40 AM/FM Presets (European and Asian models)
• Music Optimizer*11 for Compressed Music Files
•
Audyssey MultEQ®XT*12 to Correct Room Acoustic
Problems
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ™*12 Loudness Correction
• Audyssey Dynamic Volume™*12
• Indepedent Crossover Adjustment
(40/45/50/55/60/70/80/90/100/110/120/130/150/200 Hz)
• ISF (Imaging Science Foundation) Video Calibration
• Newly Designed GUI for System Set-up
• Compatible with RI Dock for iPod
• Preprogrammed u-Compatible Remote with 3 Mac-
ros and Mode-Key LEDs
*1
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942;
5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535 &
other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending.
DTS is a registered trademark and the DTS logos, Symbol,
DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio are trademarks of DTS,
Inc. ©1996-2007 DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
*2
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
*3
THX and Ultra2 Plus are trademarks of THX Ltd. THX may be
registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved. Surround
EX is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. Used with permis-
sion.
*4
Neural Surround is a trademark owned by Neural Audio Cor-
poration, THX is a trademark of THX Ltd., which may be reg-
istered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved.
*5
Theater-Dimensional is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.
*6 Re-Equalization and the “Re-EQ” logo are trademarks of THX
Ltd.
*7
HDMI, the HDMI logo and High Definition Multimedia Inter-
face are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licens-
ing, LLC.
*8
©2005 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. “SIRIUS”, SiriusConnect,
the SIRIUS dog logo, channel names and logos are trademarks
of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. Available only in the contiguous
United States (excluding Alaska and Hawaii) and Canada.
*9
XM Ready®is a trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. ©2005
XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.
*10
HD Radio™Technology Manufactured Under License From
iBiquity Digital Corp. U.S. and Foreign Patents.
HD Radio™ and the HD Radio logo are proprietary trademarks
of iBiquity Digital Corp.
*11 Music Optimizer™ is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.
*12
Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories. U.S.
and foreign patents pending. Audyssey MultEQ®XT,
Audyssey Dynamic Volume™, and Audyssey Dynamic EQ™
are trademark of Audyssey Laboratories.

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Features—Continued
*“Xantech” is a registered trademark of Xantech Corporation.
*“Niles” is a registered trademark of Niles Audio Corporation.
*Apple and iPod are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the
U.S. and other countries.
*“x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
This product incorporates copyright protection technol-
ogy that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellec-
tual property rights. Use of this copyright protection
technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corpora-
tion, and is intended for home and other limited con-
sumer uses only unless otherwise authorized by
Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is pro-
hibited.
Supplied Accessories
Make sure you have the following accessories:
*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.
THX Ultra2 Plus
Before any home theater component can be THX
Ultra2 Plus certified, it must pass a rigorous series of
quality and performance tests. Only then can a prod-
uct feature the THX Ultra2 Plus logo, which is your
guarantee that the Home Theater products you pur-
chase will give you superb performance for many
years to come. THX Ultra2 Plus requirements define
hundreds of parameters, including power amplifier
performance, and pre-amplifier performance and
operation for both digital and analog domains. THX
Ultra2 Plus receivers also feature proprietary THX
technologies (e.g., THX Mode) which accurately
translate movie soundtracks for home theater play-
back.
Remote controller and three batteries (AA/R6)
Speaker setup microphone
Indoor FM antenna
AM loop antenna
Power cord
(Power cord varies from country to country.)

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Multiroom Capability
You can use three speaker systems with this AV controller—a surround-sound speaker system (up to 7.1 channels)
for enjoying DVD movies in your main room, Zone 2: a stereo speaker system in a second room, Zone 3: a stereo
speaker system in a third room. And, you can select a different audio source for each room.
Main Room: Enjoy up to 7.1-channel surround-sound playback (see page 21–25).
You can enjoy the various listening modes, such as Dolby, DTS, and THX (see pages 75–85).
Zone 2: Enjoy 2-channel stereo playback and video playback in a second room (see page 115).
*The listening modes cannot be used with Zone 2 and Zone 3.
*External power amplifier required.
Zone 3: Enjoy 2-channel stereo playback in a third room (see page 116).
*The listening modes cannot be used with Zone 2 and Zone 3.
*External power amplifier required.
Surround back left and right
speakers
Main Room
Front Speakers
Center speaker
Surround left and right speakers
Subwoofer
Zone 2 Room
Left and right
stereo speakers
Zone 3 Room
Left and right
stereo speakers

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Front & Rear Panels
The actual front panel has various logos printed on it. They are not shown here for clarity.
The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item.
aON/STANDBY button (45)
Sets the AV controller to On or Standby.
bSTANDBY indicator (45)
Lights up when the AV controller is on Standby and
flashes while a signal is being received from the
remote controller.
cZONE 2 indicator (118)
This indicator lights up when Zone 2 is selected.
dZONE 3 indicator (118)
This indicator lights up when Zone 3 is selected.
eRemote-control sensor (15)
Receives control signals from the remote controller.
fDisplay
See “Display” on page 11.
gDISPLAY button (66)
Displays various information about the currently
selected input source.
hMASTER VOLUME control (64) and indicator
Sets the volume of the AV controller to −∞dB,
–81.5 dB through +18.0 dB (relative display).
The volume level can also be displayed as an abso-
lute value. See “Volume Setup” on page 108.
iPURE AUDIO button and indicator (75)
Selects the Pure Audio listening mode. The indica-
tor lights up when this mode is selected. Pressing
this button again selects the previous listening
mode.
jAUDIO SEL button (114)
Selects the audio input: analog, digital, HDMI, or
multichannel.
kInput selector buttons (64)
Select the following input sources: DVD,
VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME/TV, AUX 1,
AUX 2, TAPE, TUNER, CD, PHONO.
Front Panel
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Front flap Push here to open
the flap

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Front & Rear Panels—Continued
The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item.
lPHONES jack (66)
This 1/4-inch phone jack is for connecting a stan-
dard pair of stereo headphones for private listening.
mZONE 2, ZONE 3, and OFF buttons (118)
The ZONE 2 button is used when setting Zone 2.
The ZONE 3 button is used when setting Zone 3.
The OFF button is used to turn off Zone 2 or Zone 3.
nLEVEL button (119)
Used when adjusting the volume level of Zone 2 or Zone 3.
oTONE button (119)
Used to adjust the tone (bass and treble).
pHDMI OUT button (46)
Used to set the “Monitor Out” setting.
qSTEREO button (75)
Selects the Stereo listening mode.
rTHX button (75)
Selects the THX listening modes.
sDIMMER (RT/PTY/TP) button (65, 73)
This button is used to adjust the display brightness.
Other models, this is the [RT/PTY/TP] button, and
it’s for RDS (Radio Data System). See “Using
RDS” on page 72.
tMEMORY button (69)
Used when storing or deleting radio presets.
uTUNING MODE button (67)
Selects the Auto or Manual tuning mode.
vSETUP button
This button is used to access the onscreen setup
menus that appear on the connected TV.
wTUNING, PRESET, Arrow, and ENTER
buttons
When the AM or FM input source is selected, the
TUNING [q]/[w] buttons are used to tune the tuner,
and the PRESET [e]/[r] buttons are used to select
radio presets (see page 69).
When the onscreen setup menus are used, they work
as arrow buttons and are used to select and set
items. The [ENTER] button is also used with the
onscreen setup menus.
xRETURN button
Selects the previously displayed onscreen setup
menu.
ySETUP MIC (58)
The included speaker setup microphone is con-
nected here for automatic speaker setup.
zAUX 2 INPUT (40, 74)
Used to connect a camcorder, game console, and so
on. There are input jacks for optical digital audio,
S-Video, composite video, and analog audio.
cr Up [r] and Down [e] buttons (99, 119)
Used to adjust the tone, and the volume and balance
of Zone 2 and Zone 3.
cs DIGITAL INPUT button (58)
Used to assign digital inputs to input selectors.
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Other models
North American model

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Front & Rear Panels—Continued
ct LISTENING MODE [e]/[r] buttons (75)
Select the Onkyo original listening modes.
dk POWER switch (45)
American models do not have this switch.
This is the main power switch. When set to OFF,
the AV controller is completely shutdown. It must
be set to ON to set the AV controller to On or
Standby.
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
aSpeaker/channel indicators (82)
Indicate the speaker configuration and channels
used by the current input source.
: A box is displayed for each speaker that’s set
in the Speaker Configuration. No box appears for
speakers that are set to No or None.
The following abbreviations indicate which audio
channels are included in the current input signal.
bListening mode and format indicators (75)
Show the selected listening mode and audio input
signal format.
cTuning indicators
HD (North American model only) (70)
Lights up if the current AM or FM station supports
HD Radio technology.
SPS (North American model only) (71)
Lights up when tuned to a HD Radio station that’s
transmitting secondary multicast channels.
RDS (72):
Lights up when tuned to a radio station that supports
RDS (Radio Data System).
AUTO (67):
Lights up when Auto Tuning mode is selected for
AM or FM radio. Goes off when Manual Tuning
mode is selected.
TUNED (67):
Lights up when tuned to a radio station.
FM STEREO (67):
Lights up when tuned to a stereo FM station.
dSLEEP indicator (66)
Lights up when the Sleep function has been set.
Audyssey indicator (58)
Flashes during automatic speaker setup. Lights up
when the “Equalizer Settings” is set to “Audyssey”.
eHeadphone indicator (66)
Lights up when a pair of headphones are plugged
into the PHONES jack.
fMessage area
Displays various information.
gAudio input indicators (70, 114)
Indicate the type of audio input that’s selected as the
audio source: HDMI, ANALOG, or DIGITAL.
While a digital HD Radio transmission is being
received, the DIGITAL indicator lights up. While an
analog HD Radio transmission is being received,
the ANALOG indicator lights up.
hVolume level (64)
Displays the volume level.
iMUTING indicator (65)
Flashes while the AV controller is muted.
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C: Center
FR: Front right
SL: Surround left
LFE: Subwoofer (Low Frequency Effects)
SR: Surround right
SBL: Surround back left
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auREMOTE CONTROL
This u(Remote Interactive) jack can be con-
nected to the ujack on another u-capable
Onkyo component for remote and system control.
To use u, you must make an analog audio connec-
tion (RCA) between the AV controller and the other
component, even if they are connected digitally.
bRS232
This port is for connecting the AV controller to
home automation equipment and external control-
lers.
cPHONO IN
This audio input is for connecting a turntable.
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dCOMPONENT VIDEO IN 1, 2, and 3
These RCA component video inputs are for con-
necting components with a component video out-
put, such as a DVD player, DVD recorder, or DVR
(digital video recorder). They’re assignable, which
means you can assign each one to an input selector
to suit your setup. See “Component Video Setup”
on page 52.
eCOMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT 1
This RCA component video output is for connect-
ing a TV or projector with a component video input.
fCOMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT
2/ZONE 2 OUT
This RCA component video output is for connect-
ing a TV or projector with a component video input
located in your main listening room or Zone 2.
gHDMI IN 1–4, OUT MAIN, and OUT SUB
HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) con-
nections carry digital audio and digital video.
The HDMI inputs are for connecting components
with an HDMI output, such as a DVD player, DVD
recorder, or DVR (digital video recorder). They’re
assignable, which means you can assign each one to
an input selector to suit your setup. See “Video
Input Setup” on page 50.
The HDMI outputs are for connecting a TV or pro-
jector with an HDMI input.
hSIRIUS antenna (on North American model)
This jack is for connecting a SIRIUS digital
antenna, sold separately (see the separate SIRIUS
instructions).
iXM antenna (on North American model)
This jack is for connecting an XM Mini-Tuner and
Home Dock, sold separately (see the separate XM
instructions).
jMONITOR OUT
The S-Video or composite video jack should be
connected to a video input on your TV or projector.
kAM ANTENNA (not North American model)
These push terminals are for connecting an AM
antenna.
lZONE 2 OUT
This composite video output can be connected to a
video input on a TV in Zone 2.
mFM ANTENNA (not North American model)
This jack is for connecting an FM antenna.
nIR IN A/B and OUT
A commercially available IR receiver can be con-
nected to the IR IN A or B jack, allowing you to
control the AV controller 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 con-
nected to the IR OUT jack to pass IR (infrared)
remote control signals through to other components.
o12V TRIGGER OUT (A/B/C)
These outputs can be connected to the 12-volt trig-
ger inputs on other components.
pETHERNET
This port is for connecting the AV controller to
home automation equipment and external control-
lers. Use only shielded Ethernet cables.
qAM and FM ANTENNA (HD Radio reception)
(on North American model)
The AM push terminals are for connecting an AM
antenna. The FM jack is for connecting an FM
antenna.
rAC INLET
The supplied power cord is connected here. The
other end of the power cord should be connected to
a suitable wall outlet.
sDIGITAL COAXIAL IN 1, 2, and 3
These coaxial digital audio inputs are for connect-
ing components with a coaxial digital audio output,
such as a CD player or DVD player. They’re assign-
able, which means you can assign each one to an
input selector to suit your setup. See “Digital Audio
Input Setup” on page 53.
tDIGITAL OPTICAL IN 1, 2, and OUT
These optical digital audio inputs are for connecting
components with an optical digital audio output,
such as a CD player or DVD player. They’re assign-
able, which means you can assign each one to an
input selector to suit your setup. See “Digital Audio
Input Setup” on page 53.
The optical digital audio output is for connecting a
digital recorder with an optical digital input, such as
a CD recorder.
uGND screw
This screw is for connecting a turntable’s ground
wire.
vBALANCE L/R INPUT
This balanced XLR input is for connecting a com-
ponent with a stereo balanced XLR output. For a
mono source, connect to the BALANCE L XLR.
wCD IN
This analog audio input is for connecting a CD
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xTAPE IN/OUT
These analog audio input and output jacks are for
connecting a recorder with an analog audio input
and output, such as a cassette deck, MD recorder,
etc.
yAUX 1 IN
A VCR for playback only or other video source can
be connected here. There’s S-Video and composite
video input jacks for connecting the video signal.
zGAME/TV IN
A game console or TV output can be connected
here. There’s S-Video and composite video input
jacks for connecting the video signal.
cr CBL/SAT IN
A cable or satellite receiver can be connected here.
There’s S-Video and composite video input jacks
for connecting the video signal.
cs VCR/DVR IN/OUT
A video component, such as a VCR or DVR, can be
connected here for recording and playback. There’s
S-Video and composite video input and output jacks
for connecting the video signal.
ct DVD IN
This input is for connecting a DVD player. There’s
S-Video and composite video input jacks for con-
necting the video signal.
dk PRE OUT: FRONT L/R, CENTER,
SUBWOOFER, SURR L/R, and SURR BACK
L/R
This 5.1/7.1 multichannel analog audio output can
be connected to the analog audio input on a multi-
channel power amplifier for when you want to use
the AV controller solely as a preamplifier. The
SUBWOOFER jack is for connecting a powered
subwoofer.
dl MULTI CH input: FRONT L/R, CENTER,
SUBWOOFER, SURR L/R, and SURR BACK
L/R
This analog multichannel input is for connecting a
component with a 5.1/7.1-channel analog audio out-
put, such as a DVD player, DVD-Audio or
SACD-capable player, or an MPEG decoder.
dm PRE OUT: FRONT L/R, CENTER,
SUBWOOFER, SURR L/R, and SURR BACK
L/R
This 5.1/7.1 multichannel analog audio output can
be connected to the analog audio input on a multi-
channel power amplifier. The SUBWOOFER jack
is for connecting a powered subwoofer.
dn PRE OUT: ZONE 2, ZONE 3
These analog audio outputs can be connected to the
line inputs on amplifiers in Zone 2 and Zone 3.
The SW jacks can be connected to the inputs on
powered subwoofers in Zone 2 and Zone 3.
do AC OUTLET (North American model only)
These switched AC outlets can be used to supply
power to other AV components. The type and num-
ber of outlets depends on the country in which you
purchased your AV controller.
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Remote Controller
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 possi-
ble to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion.
When using the remote controller, point it toward the AV
controller’s remote control sensor, as shown below.
Notes:
• The remote controller may not work reliably if the AV
controller 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 controller is installed close
to equipment that uses infrared rays, the remote con-
troller 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
controller 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 controller’s remote
control sensor.
Installing the Batteries
1To open the battery compartment, press
the small hollow and slide open the cover.
2Insert the three supplied batteries (AA/R6)
in accordance with the polarity diagram
inside the battery compartment.
3Slide the cover shut.
Aiming the Remote Controller
30˚
30˚
Approx. 16 ft.
(5 m)
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As well as the AV controller, you can also use the remote
controller to control your other AV components. The
remote controller has a specific operating mode for use
with each type of component. Modes are selected by
using the REMOTE MODE buttons.
■RECEIVER/TAPE Mode
In RECEIVER/TAPE mode, you can control the AV
controller and an Onkyo cassette recorder connected via
u.
■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 manufactur-
ers (see page 122).
■CD/CDR/MD 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 122).
■DOCK Mode
This mode is for controlling an Apple iPod in an Onkyo
RI Dock. You must enter the appropriate remote control
code first (see page 122).
■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 122).
■CABLE/SAT Mode
In CABLE/SAT mode, you can control a cable or satel-
lite TV receiver. You must enter the appropriate remote
control code first (see page 122).
■ZONE 2/ZONE 3 Modes
These modes are for controlling Zone 2 and Zone 3 (see
page 117).
RECEIVER/TAPE mode is used to control the AV con-
troller. It can also be used to control an Onkyo cassette
recorder connected via u.
To set the remote controller to RECEIVER/TAPE
mode, press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE
button.
Note:
Some of the remote controller functions described in this
manual may not work as expected with other compo-
nents.
About the Remote Controller Modes
1Use the REMOTE MODE buttons to select
a mode.
2Use the buttons supported by that mode
to control the component.
RECEIVER/TAPE mode:
see right column
DVD mode: see page 18
CD/MD/CDR mode: see page 19
DOCK mode: see page 20
TV, VCR, CABLE/SAT modes: see page 124
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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
aSTANDBY button (45)
Sets the AV controller to Standby.
bON button (45)
Turns on the AV controller.
cINPUT SELECTOR buttons (64)
Used to select the input source.
dMACRO buttons (126)
Used with the Macro function.
eDIMMER button (65)
Adjusts the display brightness.
fArrow [q]/[w]/[e]/[r] and ENTER buttons
Used to select and adjust settings.
gCH +/– button (69)
Selects radio presets.
hSETUP button
Used to change settings.
iDISPLAY button (66)
Displays information about the current input source.
jLISTENING MODE buttons (75)
Used to select the listening modes. The [STEREO],
[SURR], and LISTENING MODE [e]/[r] buttons
can be used at any time, regardless of the currently
selected remote controller mode.
kTEST TONE, CH SEL, LEVEL–, and LEVEL+
buttons (65, 93)
Used to adjust the level of each speaker.
lLIGHT button
Turns the remote controller’s illuminated buttons on
or off.
mD.TUN button (68)
Selects the Direct tuning mode for radio.
nREMOTE MODE buttons (16)
Used to select the remote controller modes. When
you press a button, the REMOTE MODE button for
the currently selected mode lights up.
oSLEEP button (66)
Used with the Sleep function.
pVOL [q]/[w] button (64)
Adjusts the volume of the AV controller regardless
of the currently selected remote controller mode.
qRETURN button
Returns to the previous display when changing set-
tings.
rMUTING button (65)
Mutes or unmutes the AV controller.
sRe-EQ button (101)
Turns the Re-EQ function on or off.
tL NIGHT button (102)
Turns the Late Night function on or off.
uAUDIO SEL button (114)
Selects the audio input: analog, digital, HDMI, or
multichannel.
■TAPE mode
On twin cassette decks, only Deck B can be controlled.
1Previous and Next [7]/[6] buttons
The Previous [7] button selects the previous
track. During playback it selects the beginning of
the current track. The Next [6] button selects the
next track.
Depending on how they were recorded, the Previous
and Next [7]/[6] buttons may not work prop-
erly with some cassette tapes.
Play [1] button
Starts playback.
Rewind and Fast Forward [5]/[4]
buttons
The Rewind [5] button starts rewind. The Fast
Forward [4] button starts fast forward.
Reverse Play [t] button
Starts reverse playback.
Stop [2] button
Stops playback.
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To set the remote controller to DVD mode, press the
[DVD] REMOTE MODE button.
aSTANDBY button
Sets the DVD player to Standby.
bON button
Turns on the DVD player.
cNumber buttons
Used to enter title, chapter, and track numbers, and
to enter times for locating specific points.
dTOP MENU button
Selects a DVD’s top menu.
eArrow [q]/[w]/[e]/[r] and ENTER buttons
Used to navigate menus and select items.
fDISC +/– button
Selects discs on a DVD changer.
gSETUP button
Used to access the DVD player’s settings.
hDISPLAY button
Displays information about the current disc, title,
chapter, or track, including elapsed time, remaining
time, total time, and so on.
iPlayback buttons
From left to right: Previous, Play, Next, Fast
Reverse, Pause, Stop, Fast Forward, Slow Reverse,
and Slow Forward.
jREPEAT button
Used with the repeat playback function.
kAUDIO button
Selects foreign language soundtracks and audio for-
mats (e.g., Dolby Digital or DTS).
lOPEN/CLOSE [0] button
Opens and closes the disc tray.
mCLEAR button
Cancels functions and clears entered numbers.
nMENU button
Displays a DVD’s menu.
oRETURN button
Exits the DVD player’s onscreen setup menu.
pRANDOM button
Used with the random playback function.
qPLAY MODE button
Selects play modes on components with selectable
play modes.
rSUBTITLE button
Selects subtitles.
sVIDEO OFF button
Turns off the internal video circuitry, eliminating
any possibility of interference.
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To control an Onkyo CD player, MD recorder, or CD
recorder, or a CD or MD player/recorder made by
another manufacturer, press the [CD] REMOTE
MODE button to select the CD/MD/CDR remote con-
troller 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 122).
aSTANDBY button
Sets the component to Standby.
bON button
Set the component to On or Standby.
cNumber buttons
Used to enter track numbers and times for locating
specific points.
dArrow [q]/[w]/[e]/[r] and ENTER buttons
Used with some components.
eDISC +/– button
Selects discs on a CD changer.
fDISPLAY button
Displays information about the current disc or track,
including elapsed time, remaining time, total time,
and so on.
gPlayback buttons
From left to right: Previous, Play, Next, Fast
Reverse, Pause, Stop, and Fast Forward.
hREC [y] button
Starts recording.
iREPEAT button
Used with the repeat playback function.
jOPEN/CLOSE [0] button
Opens or closes the disc tray or ejects the MiniDisc.
kCLEAR button
Cancels functions and clears entered numbers.
lRETURN button
Used with some components.
mRANDOM button
Used with the random playback function.
nPLAY MODE button
Selects play modes on components with selectable
play modes.
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Dock mode is for controlling an Apple iPod in an Onkyo
RI Dock.
To control an RI Dock, press the [DOCK] REMOTE
MODE button to select the DOCK remote controller
mode.
In order to control an RI Dock, you must first enter the
appropriate remote control code (see page 122).
When Using an RI Dock:
• Connect the RI Dock to the TAPE IN or AUX 1 IN
L/R jacks.
• Set the RI Dock’s RI MODE switch to HDD or
HDD/DOCK.
• Set the AV controller’s Input Display to “DOCK” (see
page 57).
• See to the RI Dock’s instruction manual for more
information.
aSTANDBY button
Turns off the iPod.
bON button*
Turns on the iPod.
cTOP MENU button
Works as a Mode button when used with a DS-A2
RI Dock.
dArrow [q]/[w] and ENTER buttons*
Used to navigate menus and select items.
eALBUM +/– button*
Selects the next or previous album.
fDISPLAY button*
Turns on the backlight for 30 seconds.
gPrevious [7] button
Restarts the current song. Press it twice to select the
previous song.
hPause [3] button
Pauses playback. (With 3rd generation iPods, it
works as a Play/Pause button.)
iFast Reverse [5] button
Press and hold to fast reverse.
jPLAYLIST Up/Down [i]/[o] buttons*
Used to select the previous or next playlist on the
iPod.
kREPEAT button*
Used with the repeat function.
lMENU button*
Used to access menus.
mPlay [1] button
Starts playback. If the component is off, it will turn
on automatically. (With 3rd generation iPods, this
button works as a Play/Pause button.)
nNext [6] button
Selects the next song.
oStop [2] button
Stops playback and displays a menu.
pFast Forward [4] button
Press and hold to fast forward.
qRANDOM button*
Used with the shuffle function.
rPLAY MODE button
Used to select play modes on components with
selectable play modes.
Works as a Resume button when used with a DS-A2
RI Dock.
*Buttons marked with an asterisk (*) are not supported by 3rd
generation iPods.
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