Onkyo FR-V77 User manual

CD/MD TUNER AMPLIFIER
FR-V77
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo CD/MD TUNER
AMPLIFIER.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and turning on the power.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new CD/MD TUNER
AMPLIFIER.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Contents
Connecting
Preparations
Basic Operation
Advanced Operation
Additional Operation
Others
Before Using

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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:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE 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
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
AVIS
1. ReadInstructions-Allthesafetyandoperatinginstructionsshould
be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions -Thesafetyandoperatinginstructionsshould
be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should
be followed.
5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near
water-forexample,near a bathtub,washbowl,kitchensink,laundry
tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a
cart or stand that is recommended by the
manufacturer.
6A. Anapplianceandcart combinationshould
be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessiveforce, and unevensurfacesmay
causetheappliance andcartcombination
to overturn.
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to
a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
8. Ventilation -The appliance should be situated so that its location
orpositiondoesnotinterferewithitsproperventilation.Forexample,
theappliance shouldnot be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, orsimilar
surface that may block the ventilation openings; or if placed in a
built-ininstallation,suchasabookcaseor cabinet thatmayimpede
the flow of air through the ventilation openings, there should be
free space of at least 20 cm (8 in.) and an opening behind the
appliance.
9. Heat -The appliance should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
10. 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.
11. Polarization - If the appliance is provided with a polarized plug
having one 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.If there is still trouble, the user should seek
the services of a qualified electrician. Under no circumstances
should the user attempt to defeat the polarization of the plug.
12. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, especially near plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
13. Cleaning-Theapplianceshouldbecleanedonlyasrecommended
by the manufacturer.
14. Power Lines - An outdoor antenna should be located away from
power lines.
15. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of
time.
16. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through
openings.
17. 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 liquid has been spilled into the
appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. Theappliancehasbeendropped,orthe enclosure damaged.
18. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance
beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other
servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.
Important Safeguards
S3125A
PORTABLE CART WARNING

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1. Warranty Claim
You can find the serial number on the rear panel of this unit. In
case of warranty claim, please report this number.
2. Recording Copyright
Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is
illegal without permission of the copyright holder.
3. AC Fuse
Thefuse is located inside the chassis andis notuser-serviceable.
Ifpowerdoes not come on, contactyourOnkyoauthorized service
station.
4. Power
WARNING
BEFOREPLUGGINGINTHEUNITFORTHE FIRSTTIME,READ
THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
The voltage of the available power supply differs according to
country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the
area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g.,
AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel.
SettingtheSTANDBYbuttontostandbydoes not shutoffthe power
completely.
5. Do not touch this unit with wet hands
Do not handle this unit or power cord when your hands are wet or
damp.If water or any other liquid enters the case, take this unit to
an authorized service center for inspection.
6. Location of this unit
Place this unit in a well-ventilated location.
Take special care to provide plenty of ventilation on all sides of
this unit especially when it is placed in an audio rack.If ventilation
is blocked, this unit may overheat and malfunction.
Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or heating units as this
unit's internal temperature may rise and shorten the life of the
pickup.
Avoid damp and dusty places and places directly affected by
vibrations from the speakers. In particular, avoid placing the unit
on or above one of the speakers.
Be sure this unit is placed in a horizontal position.Never place it
on its side or on a slanted surface as it may malfunction.
Do not place near tuners or TV sets.
If placed next to aTV or tuner, it may cause reception interference
resulting in some noise in the TV or tuner output.
7. Care
From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels 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 cloth.
Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical
solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or remove
the panel lettering.
8. Points to remember
If this unit is brought from a cold environment to a warm one or is
in a cold room that is quickly heated, condensation may form on
the pickup, preventing proper operation.In this case, remove the
disc and leave the power ON for about one hour to remove the
condensation.
When transporting this unit, be careful not to bump it.
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.
This unit contains a semiconductor laser system and is classified
as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.” So, to use this model properly,
read this Instruction Manual carefully.In case of any trouble, please
contact the store where you purchased the unit.To prevent being
exposed to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.
DANGER:
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCK FAILED OR DEFEATED. AVOID DIRECT
EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
CAUTION:
THISPRODUCTUTILIZES A LASER.USEOF CONTROLS
OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED
HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.
“CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT”
1. This unit is a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and employs a laser
inside the cabinet.
2. To prevent the laser from being exposed, do not remove the
cover. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
Precautions
19. OutdoorAntennaGrounding- If an outside antennaisconnected
to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to
providesomeprotection against voltagesurgesand builtup static
charges.Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the
mastand supporting structure, grounding ofthe lead-in wire to an
antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode.See Figure 1.
FIGURE 1:
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA70
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
GROUND CLAMPS
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A

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Check that the following accessories are supplied
with this unit.
The number of accessories is indicated in brackets.
Supplied accessories
Memory Preservation
This unit does not require memory preservation
batteries.A built-in memory power back-up system
preserves the contents of the memory during power
failures and even when the unit is unplugged.The unit
must be plugged in order to charge the back-up system.
The memory preservation period after the unit has been
unplugged varies depending on climate and placement
of the unit.On the average, memory contents are
protected over a period of a few weeks after the last time
the unit has been unplugged.This period is shorter when
the unit is exposed to a highly humid climate.
• Remote controller –
RC-433S [1] • Batteries (size AA/R6/
UM3) [2]
• Indoor AM antenna
(aerial) [1] • Indoor FM antenna
(aerial) [1]
• 75/300 ohm antenna
adapter [1]
Main features
•Supports MDLP long duration recording mode (that
extends recording/playback time twice or four times).
• The DLA Link (Digital Rec Level Adjustment) function
automatically adjusts the digital recording level.
•Various CD-to-MD dubbing functions, including
double-speed recording
•Digital output for CD-R
•Various external IN/OUT connectors (three analog
inputs, two outputs, subwoofer mono output, digital
IN/OUT)
•Discreet amplifier configuration using precision parts
•High power of 26W+26W max.output offers a
strong, driving performance
•Motor-driven, aluminum volume controls are
designed to emphasize tonal quality.
• Energy-save function cuts power consumption in
standby mode.
• MD recorder provides high-resolution, 20bit processing.
•MD recording level adjustment function and memory
•Long duration monaural recording on MDs
•Title function facilitates naming an MD
•Sampling rate converter included.
•A tuner enables you to program up to 30FM preset
stations into memory.

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Table of contents
Before Using
Important Safeguards/Precautions/Main features/Supplied accessories............................ 2–4
Connecting
Antenna (aerial) and speakers ................................................................................................ 6
Audio/video equipment............................................................................................................ 9
Connecting the power cord ................................................................................................... 10
Preparations
Preparing the remote controller ............................................................................................ 11
Understanding preparatory and common operations............................................................ 12
Setting the day of the week and the time .............................................................................. 13
Programming FM stations automatically — Auto Preset....................................................... 14
Programming AM/FM stations one by one — Preset Write................................................... 15
Basic Operation
Playing a CD ......................................................................................................................... 16
Playing an MD....................................................................................................................... 18
Listening to an FM/AM station............................................................................................... 20
Adjusting the tone ................................................................................................................. 22
Dubbing CD to MD (CD dubbing).......................................................................................... 23
Dubbing CD to MD at double speed .....................................................................................26
Recording CD to MD (Synchro recording) ............................................................................ 28
Recording an FM/AM broadcast program to an MD ............................................................. 30
Recording data from a connected external device to an MD ................................................ 32
Synchro Recording operation with an Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck .............................. 33
Advanced Operation
Various ways to play CDs and MDs ...................................................................................... 34
Naming a CD, an MD and its tracks, and preset channels.................................................... 37
Moving, dividing, combining, and erasing MD tracks ............................................................ 39
Using the timer functions.......................................................................................................44
Additional Operation
Customizing the source names............................................................................................. 49
Changing the FM/AM preset channels.................................................................................. 50
Others
Energy Save Funtion.............................................................................................................52
Messages.............................................................................................................................. 52
Rules for digital recording .....................................................................................................53
System limitations ................................................................................................................. 54
Precautions for handling Compact Disc (CDs)...................................................................... 55
Precautions for handling the MiniDisc (MD).......................................................................... 55
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................... 56
Index to parts and controls.................................................................................................... 58
Specifications ........................................................................................................... back cover

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Connecting the FM antenna cable
to the 75/300 ohm antenna adapter
Connecting the 300 ohm ribbon wire
Loosen the screws and wrap the wire around the
screws.Then tighten the screws with a screwdriver.
Connecting the coaxial cable
1. With your fingernail or a small screwdriver, press
the stoppers outward and remove the cover.
2. Remove the transformer wire A from slot B and
insert it into slot C.
3. Prepare the coaxial cable as shown in the diagram.
Connect the 75/300 ohm antenna adapter to the
coaxial cable.
1Insert the end of the cable.
2Use pliers to clamp it in place.
4. Re-install the cover.
Connecting
Antenna (aerial) and speakers
Do not connect the AC power cord (main lead) when you connect the antenna or speakers.You will connect
the AC power cord on page 10.
Connecting the supplied indoor FM
antenna (aerial)
While listening to the radio on page 20, move the
antenna (aerial) in various directions until the clearest
signal is received.Then secure the antenna (aerial)
with push pins in the position with the least distortion.
To connect the outdoor FM antenna (aerial)
If signals received via the indoor FM antenna (aerial)
are not clear enough, connect an outdoor FM
antenna (aerial).
• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock,
grounding is necessary. Follow item 19 of the
“Important Safeguards” on page 3 when you install
the outdoor antenna.
WARNING
Do not install the antenna (aerial) near power lines.This
could result in electrical shock.
Note
Keep the antenna (aerial) away from noise sources, such
as neon signs and busy roads.
1
2
✦✦✦
✦✦✦✦
✦
✦✦
✦
6
mm 3 mm 6 mm
15mm
Outdoor FM
antenna Indoor FM
antenna
300 ohms
ribbon wire
Slot B
Wire A
Slot C
SPEAKERS +–+–
FM
75 OUT IN
REMOTE
CONTROL
PRE OUT
ANTENNA OPTICAL
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
LR
AM
TAP E
LR
LR
CDR
DIGITAL
SUB
WOOFER
LINE
CAUTION:SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
4 OHMS MIN./ SPEAKER
Speaker connectors
Antenna (aerial) connector
Subwoofer connector
FM
75
ANTENNA
AM
FM
75
ANTENNA
AM
75/300 ohm
antenna adapter
(included)

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Connecting the AM antenna
Assembling the AM loop antenna
Assemble the loop antenna as shown in the following
illustration.
Connecting the AM antenna cable
Connecting the AM loop antenna
The AM loop antenna is for indoor use only. Set it in
the direction and position in which you receive the
clearest sound. Locate it as far as possible away from
this unit, televisions, speaker cables, and power
cords.
Connecting an AM outdoor antenna
When reception is not satisfactory with the supplied
AM loop antenna alone, an outdoor antenna is
recommended.
The outdoor antenna will be more effective if it is
stretched horizontally above or outside a window.
• Do not remove the AM loop antenna.
• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock,
grounding is necessary. Follow item 19 of the
“Important Safeguards” on page 3 when you install
the outdoor antenna.
Directional Iinkage
Do not use the same antenna for both FM and TV (or
VCR) reception since these signals may interfere with
each other.If you must use a common FM/TV (or
VCR) antenna, use a directional linkage type splitter.
Insert into the hole.
Directional Iinkage
type splitter
ToTV (orVCR)
To FR-V77
(Continued on the next page)
FM
75
ANTENNA
AM
FM
75
ANTENNA AM
outdoor antenna
1. Press down
the lever. 2. Insert the wire into
the hole.
3. Release the
lever to lock the
wire in place.

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Notes
• Connecting the left and right speakers reversely or with wrong polarities can cause unnatural or distorted sound.
• The load impedance of each speaker must be between 4 and 16 ohms.Connecting speakers with less than 4 ohms
impedance could damage the amplifier.
• To prevent damage to circuits, never short-circuit the positive (+) and negative (–) speaker wires.
• Do not connect the speaker cord to the L and R connectors
at the same time (e.g.1). Do not connect more than two
speaker connectors to the same speaker (e.g.2).
(e.g. 1) (e.g. 2)
Connecting a subwoofer
The FR-V77 has a SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack. Connect an active subwoofer (a subwoofer that contains an
amplifier), or connect an amplifier to the FR-V77, then connect a non-active subwoofer to the amplifier.
Antenna (aerial) and speakers (continued)
NO!
–+ –+
1 1
2
2 3
SPEAKERS
+–+–
LR
15mm
Push down
the lever. Insert the tip of the
speaker
cable.
Right
speaker Left speaker
Return the lever
to the original
position. Make
sure that the
core wire is
slightly exposed.
Peel the insulation
to expose about
15mm of the core
wire.
Twist the core
wire.
SPEAKERS
+–+–
LR
NO!
SPEAKERS
+–+–
LR
NO!
SPEAKERS
+–+–
FM
75
OUT IN
REMOTE
CONTROL
PRE OUT
ANTENNA
OPTICAL
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
LR
AM
TAPE
LR
LR
CDR
DIGITAL
SUB
WOOFER
LINE
CAUTION:SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
4 OHMS MIN./SPEAKER
PRE OUT
SUB
WOOFER
Active subwoofer
(with a built-in amplifier)
FR-V77
Subwoofer
(without a built-in amplifier)
: Signal flow
Amplifier

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Audio/video equipment
Connect the white plugs of the audio cables to the L jacks
and connect the red plugs of the audio cables to the R jacks.
Tip
The source names appearing in
the display can be customized
for the connected component.
(See page 49.)
Connecting an Onkyo stereo
cassette tape deck
The illustration below describes the connections to an
Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck.
To connect to another cassette tape deck, connect the
TAPE OUT (REC) and IN (PLAY) jacks of the unit to the
INPUT (REC) and OUTPUT (PLAY) jacks of the cassette
tape deck, respectively. Connecting a DVD player
In addition to the optical digital audio connections,
you must also make analog connections.To connect
to the Onkyo DVD player, be sure to connect to the
LINE jacks with the audio connection cable.
(Continued on the next page)
SPEAKERS +–+–
FM
75
OUT IN
REMOTE
CONTROL
PRE OUT
ANTENNA
OPTICAL
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
LR
AM
TAP E
LR
LR
CDR
DIGITAL
SUB
WOOFER
LINE
CAUTION:SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
4 OHMS MIN./ SPEAKER
Optical digital audio input/
output connector
Protective cap for the optical digital audio connector
Remove the protective cap
before you use the OPTICAL
DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUT
connector. Please retain it for future
use.If you do not use the optical digital
audio connector, make sure to replace the cap.
REMOTE CONTROL
connector
Jacks for analog
connections
L
R
(REC) (PLAY)
INPUT OUTPUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
REMOTE
CONTROL
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
TAPE
LR
LR
CDR
LINE
Onkyo stereo cassette
tape deck rear panel
Audio connection
cable
Audio
connection
cable
white red
cable supplied with
the Onkyo stereo
cassette tape deck
FR-V77’s rear panel
: Signal flow
OUT IN
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
TAPE
LR
LINE
Audio connection
cable
Optical fiber audio
cable
white
red
FR-V77’s
rear panel
Digital
audio
output
DVD Player
LR
Analog
audio output
: Signal flow
Notes
Do not place objects on the unit as they may interfere with proper ventilation.
• Follow the rules for digital recording (see page 53).
• Audio plugs must be connected securely. Incomplete connection will not reproduce sound.
• Do not bundle the audio connection cables with the speaker cords.This may impair the
sound quality.
• If the TV screen and the unit interfere with each other, put more distance between the
speakers and theTV set.
• When connecting the digital audio output of a DVD player to the DIGITAL IN jack of the unit, set the DVD player to PCM
output. Some DVD players cannot be set to PCM, in this case, audio output is not possible, even when the two units are
connected.
Improper connection
Insert completely
What can you do with an Onkyo stereo cassette
tape deck by connecting with an cable?
• An Onkyo stereo cassette tape deck can be operated with
the supplied remote controller.
• When you start playing a tape, the unit input selector will
automatically switch to the stereo cassette tape deck
(TAPE).
• Synchro recording operations (see page 33).

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About the OPTICAL DIGITAL IN connector
You may connect an optical digital audio output-
equipped CD player, satellite tuner, or DAT instead of
a DVD player and use an optical fiber audio cable to
digitally record the output.
About the OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT connector
You can connect a CD or DAT recorder that has an
optical digital audio input, instead of a DVD player, to
the FR-V77 for digital recording. Use a standard
optical fiber audio cable for connection.Digital
recording is allowed only for the first generation.(See
“Guide to the serial copy management system” on
page 53.) If OTHER INPUTS is set to CD-R, this
connector does not output digital signals.
About the LINE jacks
In addition to the previous examples, a laser disc
player, satellite broadcast tuner, or VCR may be also
connected. Connect the analog audio output jacks to
the unit’s LINE using the audio connection cable.
Connecting a portable MD player
Refer to the portable MD player’s Instruction Manual.
Connecting an Onkyo compact
disc recorder
The following diagram shows how to connect an
optional Onkyo compact disc recorder to the FR-V77.
Connect its CDR OUT (REC) jacks and IN (PLAY)
jacks to the disc recorder’s INPUT (REC) jacks and
OUTPUT (PLAY) jacks respectively.
The jack connection enables you to use the
following functions:
• You can control a connected Onkyo compact disc
recorder from the FR-V77’s remote controller.
• When the connected Onkyo compact disc recorder
plays back, the Input Selector on the FR-V77 is
automatically switched to CD-R.
• To connect both CD recorder and a cassette tape
deck to the FR-V77, connect the connectors of
both devices.
Connecting the power cord
When the power cord is connected to the AC outlet, the FR-
V77 enters stand-by mode.“--:--” appears on the display.
Audio/video equipment (continued)
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
TAPE
LR
LINE
Audio connection
cable
white
red
FR-V77’s rear panel
: Signal flow
REMOTE
CONTROL
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
OUT
(REC)
IN
(PLAY)
TAPE
LR
LR
CDR
OPTICAL
INPUT1 INPUT2
DIGITAL
OUTPUT
L
R
L
R
KL
INPUT
(REC) OUTPUT (PLAY)
ANALOG
REMOTE
CONTROL
OUT IN
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
Audio connection
cable
white
red
FR-V77’s
rear panel
: Signal flow
Jacks on the compact disc
recorder's rear panel
An cable that comes
with the compact disc recorder
Optical fiber audio
cable
To wall outlet

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Inserting the batteries Using the remote controller
Point the remote controller toward the remote control
sensor.
Detach the battery
cover.
Insert the two R6
(size AA) batteries.
Be sure to match the
+ and – ends of the
batteries with the
diagram inside the
battery compartment.
Attach the battery
cover.
Notes
• Do not mix new batteries with old batteries or different
kinds of batteries.
• To avoid corrosion, remove the batteries if the remote
controller is not to be used for a long period of time.
• Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid damage from
corrosion. If the remote controller does not operate
smoothly, replace both batteries at the same time.
• The life of the batteries supplied is about six months but
will vary depending on usage.
Notes
• Place the unit away from strong light such as direct
sunlight or inverted fluorescent light, which can prevent
proper operation of the remote controller.
• Using another remote controller of the same type in the
same room or using the unit near equipment which uses
infrared rays may cause operational interference.
• Do not put any object, such as a book, on the remote
controller.The buttons of the remote controller may
accidentally be pressed and drain the batteries.
• Make sure the audio rack doors do not have colored glass.
Placing the unit behind such doors may prevent proper
remote controller operation.
• If there is an obstacle between the remote controller and
the remote control sensor, the remote controller will not
operate.
Preparing the remote controller
Preparations
1
2
3
VOLUME
CD/MDTUNERAMPLIFIER
FR-V
OPTDIGITALIN/OUT
SAMPLINGRATECONVERTER
CDDUBBINGREC
PHONES
ENERGY
SAVE
MDMODE
TUNING
AUTO/MONO
MD
MIN
CD/MD
OTHER
INPUTS
FM/AM
REMOTE
SENSOR
MAX
DISC LOADING MECHANISM
DISCRETEOUTPUTSTAGE
PUSH TOENTER
TIMER
DISPLAY MULTI JOG
EDIT / CLEAR
NO
REPEAT
STANDBY/ON
YES
CD
MONO
LP2
LP4
REC MODE
SP
Remote control
sensor
30°
30°
About 5 m
(16 feet)

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Understanding preparatory and common operations
This section explains the following preparatory and common operations: turning
the unit on and off, selecting a source, adjusting the volume, etc.
Turning the unit on and off
Press STANDBY/ON on the unit or on the remote
controller.
If you press the same button again, the unit will turn
off and enter standby mode.
Adjusting the volume
Operating with the unit
Turn VOLUME clockwise to increase the volume and
counterclockwise to decrease the volume.
Using the remote controller
Press VOLUME /on the remote controller.
Selecting a source
You can select CD, MD, FM, AM, or connected
external audio/video equipment (LINE, DIGITAL, CD-
R and TAPE) as the audio source.
Operating with the unit
Buttons Usage
CD/MD Press this button to toggle between
CD and MD.
FM/AM Press this button to toggle between
FM and AM.
OTHER INPUTS Press this button to select LINE,
DIGITAL, CD-R or TAPE.
Operating with the remote controller
Press the following INPUT buttons:
CDR, TAPE, LINE, DIGITAL, CD, MD, FM and AM.
Notes
The DIGITAL indicator flashes in the display when you
select DIGITAL, but no digital equipment is connected, or
when the connected digital component is not turned on.
The FR-V77 has the following three power modes.
Standby mode: In this mode, the LCD indicates
the current time.(If the time is
not set, “--:--” appears.)
(See page 10.)
Power On mode: The FR-V77 enters this mode
when you press the STANDBY/
ON button on the unit or remote
controller while the unit is in
Standby mode.The FR-V77
operates normally in this mode.
Energy Save mode: The FR-V77 enters this mode
when you press the ENERGY
SAVE button.The ENERGY
SAVE indicator lights up.(See
page 52.)
Tip!
When you start playing (or turn on the power to) an
Onkyo CD recorder or cassette tape deck that is
connected to the FR-V77 via an cable and audio
pin cables, the power to the FR-V77 is automatically
turned on. Also, if you turn on or off the power to the
FR-V77, the power to such a device is automatically
turned on or off (standby).
STANDBY/ON
REMOTE CONTROLLER
RC-433S
CLOCK
CALL
SLEEP
CDR
CD MD FM AM
S.BASS
TAPE FFTAPE REW
CD/MD/CDR
MODE
REPEAT
CLEAR
SCROLL
CD
MD
CDR
TAPE
MUTING
INPUT
1234
5678
9 10/0
TAPE LINE DIGITAL
V
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--/---
Source selector buttons
VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
INPUT buttons
VOLUME
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1PressTIMER repeatedly until
“Clock” appears in the display.
2Press MULTI JOG.
You can now set the day of the week.
If you prefer the 12-hour display, press
DISPLAY.
3Turn MULTI JOG to select the
current day of the week.
4Press MULTI JOG to confirm the
setting.
You can now set the time.
5Turn MULTI JOG to set the
current time. (This example
shows the 24-hour display.)
6Press MULTI JOG in sync with
the time signal.
The clock starts operating and a dot
indicating seconds starts to flash.
To cancel the clock setting
Press EDIT/CLEAR/NO.
Checking the time and the day of
the week
To check the time and the day of the week, press
TIMER to display “Clock,” then press DISPLAY.The
display now indicates the day of the week and the
current time.Alternatively, press CLOCK CALL on the
remote controller.To switch between the 12-hour and
24-hour displays, press DISPLAY while the current
time is indicated on the display.
TIMER
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MULTI JOG
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MULTI JOG
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Setting the day of the week and the time
You can select either the 12-hour display or 24-hour display. (This section
explains how to set the time based on the 24-hour display.)
DISPLAY EDIT/
CLEAR/NO
1
2-6
STANDBY/ON
CLOCK
CALL
SLEEP
CDR
CD MD FM AM
S.BASS
TAPE FFTAPE REW
CD/MD/CDR
MUTING
INPUT
1234
5678
9 10/0
TAPE LINE DIGITAL
V
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CLOCK CALL

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Programming FM stations automatically — Auto Preset
Auto presets store the frequencies of radio stations into memory so you can
select your favorite channels without tuning manually. Radio station signals can
be automatically located and stored.This function does not apply to AM stations
(see the next page).
1Press STANDBY/ON to turn on
the unit.
2Press FM/AM to display“FM.”
3Press EDIT/CLEAR/NO to
display“AutoPreset?”
4Press REPEAT/YES.
The confirmation message
“AutoPreset??” appears in the display.
To stop auto presetting, press EDIT/
CLEAR/NO.
5Press REPEAT/YES.
Auto presetting starts. It scans for the
best signal quality radio stations
starting from the lowest frequency and
moving to the highest, then presets the
selected radio stations to the channels
sequentially, starting with 1.
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Before presetting
• You can preset up to 30 channels including both
FM and AM stations.
• If any radio stations are preset in the channels
before you start auto presetting, all the preset
channels will be replaced.
Note
Auto presetting may store noise instead of a station with a
clear signal to some preset channels, depending on where
you live. In such cases, erase the preset manually (see
page 50).
If auto presetting is unsuccessful
Check the antenna (aerial) connection and position (see
page 6).
If you have a power failure or disconnect the AC
power cord (mains lead)
Memory will normally be preserved for two days after the
power supply has stopped.If the data in memory has been
erased, repeat auto presetting.
Customizing the preset channels
The following additional functions are available:
• Naming the preset channels (see page 37)
• Erasing the preset channels (see page 50)
• Copying the radio station in the selected channel to
another (see page 51).
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• You can preset up to 30 channels including both FM
and AM stations.For example, if you have already
stored FM stations to eight channels, you can use
22 channels to store preset AM stations.
• Programmed FM and AM stations are indicated
separately.Therefore, one of the preset FM stations
and one of the preset AM stations could use the
same channel number.
• The Preset Write function enables you to store
radio station frequencies to any channel number.
For example, you could program three AM stations
to channels 2, 5, and 9.
1Press AM/FM to display“AM.”
Select “FM” to store an FM station.
2PressTUNING /to tune in
the radio station you wish to
preset.
If you hold down either of the buttons,
the frequency keeps changing.
3Press EDIT/CLEAR/NO
repeatedly until“PresetWrite?”
appears in the display.
Programming AM/FM stations one by one — PresetWrite
You can store the frequencies of AM stations one by one manually into the preset
memory channels. (You can store FM stations manually or by using the auto
preset function.)
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or
4Press REPEAT/YES.
The channel number to be preset
flashes.
To cancel presetting, press EDIT/
CLEAR/NO instead.
5If you wish to change the
channel number, turn MULTI
JOG.
6Press MULTI JOG to confirm.
You may press REPEAT/YES instead
of MULTI JOG to get the same result.
If “Complete” appears
The radio station is registered to the
preset channel.
If“Overwrite?” appears
The channel you’ve selected is
registered already.
• To register the new radio station
by deleting the existing radio
station
Press REPEAT/YES.
• To cancel presetting
Press EDIT/CLEAR/NO.
• If “Memory Full” appears
The FM/AM stations have already been
programmed into all 30 channels.Delete
unnecessary stations (page 50) and try
again.
7Repeat steps 2to 6to preset the next
channel.
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PUSH TO ENTER
MULTI JOG
PUSH TO ENTER
MULTI JOG
TUNING
TUNING
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24, 6
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3, 6
1
FM/AM
EDIT / CLEAR
NO
REPEAT
YES
REPEAT
YES
EDIT / CLEAR
NO

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Basic Operation
Playing a CD
1Insert a CD (Compact Disc).
Selecting the track to play
• To locate the beginning of the playing
track, turn MULTI JOG
counterclockwise slightly.
If you turn it further, you can select
the previous tracks in reverse order.
To select the next track in order, turn
MULTI JOG clockwise.
If you select the track while the CD is
stopped, press MULTI JOG to start
playback.
Note
It may take a while to start playing back CDs that contain
many tracks.
• The CD track can also be selected and
played back by pressing MULTI JOG
while the CD is playing or stopped.
Each press skips one track ahead.
Locating a particular point in a
track
Press and hold to fast forward,
and to fast reverse during
playback or pause until you locate
the desired point.
1Press CD to extend the disc tray.
2Place the CD in the tray with the label side
facing up.
If you play a CD single, place it in the center
circle of the tray.
3Press CD to retract the tray.
Tip
If the unit is in standby mode, it
turns on automatically when
you press CD .
Source name Total playing
time
Playing track number The elapsed
playing time
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Total number
of tracks
PUSH TO ENTER
MULTI JOG
PUSH TO ENTER
MULTI JOG
PUSH TO ENTER
MULTI JOG
Tip
You can change the display
information. See the next page.
2Press CD/MD repeatedly until“CD” appears
in the display.
Each press toggles the source to CD or MD.
The following CD information will appear in the display.
3Press CD to start playback.
The playback ( ) indicator lights up in the display.
To stop playback
Playback automatically stops
afer the last track is played.
Alternatively, press CD to
stop playback any time.
To take out the CD
Press CD to extend the disc tray.
To pause
Press CD . “ ” lights up in
the display.To resume
playback, press CD again.
1-
1-
3
2
/
DISPLAY
MULTI JOG
2
1 3
CD/MD

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Changing the display information
Press DISPLAY on the unit repeatedly to change the display as follows:
While the CD is stopped
Using the remote controller
Total number
of tracks Total playing
time
CD name*1
During playback or pause
The elapsed time of the playing track
The remaining time of the playing track*2
The remaining time of the disc
*1If you have not named the CD, “No Name”
appears in the display. (See “Naming a CD, an MD
and its tracks, and preset channels” on page 37.)
If the disc name is long:
You can scroll long names across the display by
pressing SCROLL on the remote controller.(See
below.)
“DISC”
is lit while the disc
information is
displayed.
“DISCTITLE”
is lit while the disc
name is displayed.
“TRACK ELAPSED”
is lit while the elapsed time of
the playing track is displayed.
“TRACK REMAIN”
is lit while the remaining time
of the playing track is
displayed.
“REMAIN”
is lit while the remaining time
of the disc is displayed.
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*2“--:--” appears for the remaining time of the 21st and
subsequent tracks.
STANDBY/ON
REMOTE CONTROLLER
RC-433S
CLOCK
CALL
SLEEP
CDR
CD MD FM AM
S.BASS
TAPE FFTAPE REW
CD/MD/CDR
MODE
REPEAT
CLEAR
SCROLL
CD
MD
CDR
TAPE
MUTING
INPUT
1234
5678
9 10/0
TAPE LINE DIGITAL
V
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--/---
Press to switch the source
to CD.
Press to scroll a long name
across the display.
Press the number buttons as
described in the examples
below to play back the
desired track.
Adjust the volume level.
Press VOLUME UP to raise the
level and VOLUME DOWN to lower
the level.
The track
to play
represents the tens digit.
8
10
34
8
10/0
--/--- ,, 3
4
Press
--/---
Press to select the track to
play.
Press to play.
Playback starts if the CD is in the unit.
The unit in standby mode turns on
automatically.
Press to stop playback.
・Press to locate the beginning of
the playing or pausing track.Press
repeatedly to select the previous
tracks in reverse order.
・To select the next track in order,
press repeatedly.
Press to locate a particular
point in a track.
Press and hold for fast-forwarding,
and for fast-reversing during
playback or pause until you locate the
disired point.
Press to pause.
To resume playback, press pause ( )
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Playing an MD
1Insert an MD (Mini Disc).
The MD must be pre-recorded.
The arrow on the MD must face up and point to the
unit.
Push gently to load the MD into the unit.
2Press CD/MD repeatedly until“MD” appears
in the display.
Each press toggles the source to MD or CD.
The following MD information appears in the display.
3Press MD to start playback.
The playback ( ) indicator lights in the display.
Tip
You can change the display
information. See the next page.
Tip
If the unit is in standby mode, it
turns on automatically when
you insert the MD.
To stop playback
Press MD .
Playback automatically stops
when the last track has been
played.
To take out the MD
Press MD to eject.
To pause
Press MD . “ ” lights in
the display.To resume
playback, press MD again.
Selecting the track to play
• To locate the beginning of the playing
track, turn MULTI JOG
counterclockwise slightly.
If you turn it further, you can select the
previous tracks in reverse order.
To select the next track, turn MULTI
JOG clockwise.
If you select a track while the MD is
stopped, press MULTI JOG to start
playback.
• The MD track can also be selected and played
back by pressing MULTI JOG while the MD is
playing or stopped. Each press skips
one track ahead.
Locating a particular point
in a track
Press and hold to fast forward,
and to fast reverse during
playback or pause until you locate
the desired point.
Note
If you operate this function while the unit is paused, no
sound will be reproduced. Check the elapsed time in the
display to locate the point.
Source name Total number
of tracks Total playing time
Playing track number The elapsed
playing time
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PUSH TO ENTER
MULTI JOG
PUSH TO ENTER
MULTI JOG
PUSH TO ENTER
MULTI JOG
1
3
2
/
DISPLAY
MULTI JOG
CD/MD

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Changing the display information
Press DISPLAY on the unit repeatedly to change the display as follows:
While the MD is stopped
Using the remote controller
Total number
of tracks Total playing
time
The remaining
recordable time *1
*1 If you insert an MD produced only for playback use, this information will not appear.
*2 If there is no name on the disc, only the track number appears.
See “Naming a CD, an MD and its tracks, and preset channels” on page 37.
*3 If the MD is not recorded, “MD BlankDisc”appears.
*4 If the MD has a disc name but does not contain any recordings, “MD NoTrack”appears.
If the disc or song title is long:
You can scroll long names across the display by pressing SCROLL on the remote controller. (See below.)
Total number
of tracks
Disc name *2 *3 *4
During playback or pause
The name of the playing track *2
The elapsed time of the playing track
The remaining time of the playing track
“DISC”
is lit while the disc
information is displayed.
“DISC REMAIN”
is lit while the remaining
recordable time of the
disc is displayed.
“DISCTITLE”
is lit while the disc name
is displayed.
“TRACK ELAPSED”
is lit while the elapsed time of
the playing track is displayed.
“TRACK REMAIN”
is lit while the remaining time
of the playing track is
displayed.
“TRACKTITLE”
is lit while the track name of
the playing track is displayed.
STANDBY/ON
REMOTE CONTROLLER
RC-433S
CLOCK
CALL
SLEEP
CDR
CD MD FM AM
S.BASS
TAPE FFTAPE REW
CD/MD/CDR
MODE
REPEAT
CLEAR
SCROLL
CD
MD
CDR
TAPE
MUTING
INPUT
1234
5678
9 10/0
TAPE LINE DIGITAL
V
O
L
U
M
E
U
P
V
O
L
U
M
E
D
O
W
N
--/---
Press to switch the source
to MD.
Press to scroll a long name
across the display.
Press the number buttons as
described in the examples
below to play back the
desired track.
Adjust the volume level.
Press VOLUME UP to raise the
level and VOLUME DOWN to lower
the level.
The track
to play
represents the tens digit.
8
10
34
103
8
10/0
--/---
--/---
0
,,
3
--/---
3
4
1
Press
--/---
,,
,
Press to select the track to
play.
Press to play.
Playback starts if the MD is in the unit.
The unit in standby mode turns on
automatically.
Press to stop playback.
・Press to locate the beginning of
the playing or pausing track.Press
repeatedly to select the previous
tracks in reverse order.
・To select the next track in order,
press repeatedly.
Press to locate a particular
point in a track.
Press and hold for fast-forwarding,
and for fast-reversing during
playback or pause until you locate the
disired point.
Press to pause.
To resume playback, press pause ( )
or MD .

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Listening to an FM/AM
station
First, program the stations into
preset channels. (See pages 14 and
15.)
1Turn on the power to the FR-V77.
2Select FM or AM.
Pressing FM/AM toggles between FM and AM.The
channel selected most recently will be recalled.
3Turn MULTI JOG or press the dial repeatedly
to select the desired preset channel.
Turn the dial counterclockwise to select a lower channel
number, and turn it clockwise to select a higher channel
number.
Adjusting the volume level
Turn the volume control to
adjust the level.
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STANDBY/ON
PUSH TO ENTER
MULTI JOG
PUSH TO ENTER
MULTI JOG
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DISPLAY
VOLUME
FM/AM