Onkyo HT-R358 User manual

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AV RECEIVER
HT-R358
Instruction Manual
Contents
Safety Information and Introduction ............2
Table of Contents...........................................5
Connections .................................................11
Turning On & Basic Operations..................18
Advanced Operations ..................................32
Controlling Other Components...................44
Appendix.......................................................51
Speaker Package

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Safety Information and Introduction
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
15. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the apparatus,
C. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or water,
D. If the apparatus does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the apparatus to its normal operation,
E. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in
any way, and
F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in
performance this indicates a need for service.
16. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the apparatus
through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
Don’t put candles or other burning objects on top of
this unit.
17. Batteries
Always consider the environmental issues and follow
local regulations when disposing of batteries.
18. If you install the apparatus in a built-in installation,
such as a bookcase or rack, ensure that there is
adequate ventilation.
Leave 20 cm (8") of free space at the top and sides and
10 cm (4") at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or
board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm (4") away
from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-like gap for
warm air to escape.
The temperature protection operates if the apparatus
attain an abnormal high temperature.
The apparatus cannot operate until it has cooled down.
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 WARNIN
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Precautions
1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use
only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without
the permission of the copyright holder.
2. AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the unit is not 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 detergent and
water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a
clean cloth. Don’t use abrasive cloths, thinners,
alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because they may
damage the finish or remove the panel lettering.
4. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE
FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION
CAREFULLY.
AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Make
sure that the voltage in your area meets the voltage
requirements printed on the unit’s rear panel (e.g., AC
230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz).
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 models with [POWER] button, or with both
[POWER] and [ON/STANDBY] buttons:
Pressing the [POWER] button to select OFF mode
does not fully disconnect from the mains. If you do not
intend to use the unit for an extended period, remove
the power cord from the AC outlet.
For models with [ON/STANDBY] button only:
Pressing the [ON/STANDBY] button to select
Standby mode does not fully disconnect from the
mains. 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
headphones 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 originally
bought it.
• Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit for a
long time, because they may leave marks on the
case.
• This unit’s top and rear panels may get warm after
prolonged use. This is normal.
• If you do not use this unit for a long time, it may not
work properly the next time you turn it on, so be sure
to use it occasionally.
For British models
Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power
supply cord of this unit should be performed only by
qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured
black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured
red.
IMPORTANT
The plug is fitted with an appropriate fuse. If the fuse needs
to be replaced, the replacement fuse must approved by
ASTA or BSI to BS1362 and have the same ampere rating
as that indicated on the plug. Check for the ASTA mark or
the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
If the power cord’s plug is not suitable for your socket
outlets, cut it off and fit a suitable plug. Fit a suitable fuse
in the plug.
For European Models
Declaration of Conformity
We, ONKYO EUROPE
ELECTRONICS GmbH
LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6,
82194 GROEBENZELL,
GERMANY
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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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 operations are the
same regardless of color.
■Installing the batteries
Note
• 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.
• Remove expired batteries as soon as possible to prevent damage
from leakage or corrosion.
■Aiming the remote controller
To use the remote controller, point it at the AV receiver’s
remote control sensor, as shown below.
Indoor FM antenna (➔page 17)
AM loop antenna (➔page 17)
Remote controller (RC-762M) and two batteries (AA/R6)
Quick Start Guide
Batteries (AA/R6)
Remote control sensor
AV receiver
Approx. 16 ft. (5 m)
Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and plugging in the unit.
Following the instructions in this manual will
enable you to obtain optimum performance and
listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.
Please retain this manual for future reference.

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Table of Contents
Safety Information and Introduction
Important Safety Instructions ......................................2
Precautions ...................................................................3
Supplied Accessories...................................................4
Table of Contents..........................................................5
Features .........................................................................6
Front & Rear Panels......................................................7
Front Panel..................................................................7
Display ........................................................................8
Rear Panel ..................................................................9
Remote Controller.......................................................10
Controlling the AV Receiver ......................................10
Connections
Connecting the AV Receiver......................................11
Connecting Your Speakers .......................................11
About AV Connections..............................................13
Connecting Components with HDMI .........................14
Connecting Your Components ..................................15
Connecting Onkyo uComponents .........................16
Connecting a Recording Component ........................16
Connecting the Antennas..........................................17
Connecting the Power Cord ......................................17
Turning On & Basic Operations
Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ................................18
Turning On ................................................................18
Turning Off ................................................................18
Playback ......................................................................19
Playing the Connected Component ..........................19
Listening to AM/FM Radio.........................................20
Using Basic Functions ...............................................23
Using the Listening Modes .......................................23
Using the Home Menu .............................................. 28
Selecting Speakers A and B .....................................28
Using the Sleep Timer ..............................................29
Setting the Display Brightness..................................29
Displaying Source Information.................................. 29
Changing the Input Display....................................... 30
Using the Music Optimizer........................................ 30
Muting the AV Receiver ............................................ 30
Using Headphones ................................................... 31
Recording ................................................................. 31
Advanced Operations
On-screen Setup......................................................... 32
Common Procedures in Setup Menu........................ 32
Setup menu items.....................................................33
HDMI Input................................................................ 34
Component (Component Video Input) ...................... 34
Digital Audio (Digital Audio Input) .............................35
Sp Config (Speaker Configuration)...........................35
Sp Distance (Speaker Distance)............................... 36
Level Cal (Level Calibration)..................................... 37
Audio Adjust.............................................................. 37
Source Setup ............................................................ 38
Hardware ..................................................................39
HDMI Setup .............................................................. 41
Using the Audio Settings ..........................................42
Controlling Other Components
iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock .................... 44
Using the Onkyo Dock .............................................. 44
Controlling Your iPod/iPhone.................................... 45
Controlling Other Onkyo Components.....................47
Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes .................. 47
Entering Remote Control Codes............................... 47
Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components
Connected via u..................................................47
Resetting the REMOTE MODE Buttons ...................48
Resetting the Remote Controller ..............................48
Controlling Other Components .................................49
Appendix
Troubleshooting ......................................................... 51
Connection Tips and Video Signal Path .................. 56
Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player,
or Recorder .............................................................. 57
About HDMI................................................................. 59
License and Trademark Information ........................ 60
Specifications ............................................................. 61
To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it
on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press
8ON/STANDBY (➔page 51).

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Features
Amplifier
• 100 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (IEC)
• Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
• H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High
Power Transformer
Processing
• HDMI (Audio Return Channel, 3D, DeepColor,
x.v.Color, Lip Sync, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD
High Resolution Audio, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital
Plus, DSD and Multi-CH PCM)
• Non-Scaling Configuration
• A-Form Listening Mode Memory
•DirectMode
• Music Optimizer for Compressed Digital Music files
• 192 kHz/24-bit D/A Converters
• Powerful and Highly Accurate 32-bit Processing DSP
• Jitter Cleaning Circuit Technology
Connections
• 4 HDMI Inputs and 1 Output
• Onkyo pfor System Control
• 3 Digital Inputs (2 Optical/1 Coaxial)
• Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/1 Output)
• Universal Port for the Dock for iPod®/iPhone®/DAB+
tuner module
Miscellaneous
• 40 FM/AM Presets
• EX.BASS for natural deeper bass
• Crossover Adjustment
(40/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/200 Hz)
• A/V Sync Control Function (up to 400 ms)
• Auto Standby Function
• On-Screen Display via HDMI

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Front & Rear Panels
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
a8ON/STANDBY button (18)
bHDMI THRU indicator (41)
cSPEAKERS A and Bbuttons (28)
dRemote control sensor (4)
eLISTENING MODE buttons (23)
fDisplay (8)
gRT/PTY/TP button (21)
hMEMORY button (21)
iTUNING MODE button (20)
jDISPLAY button (29)
kSETUP button (32)
lTUNING q/w, PRESET e/r(20), cursor and
ENTER buttons
mRETURN button
nMASTER VOLUME control (19)
oMUSIC OPTIMIZER button (30, 43)
pPHONES jack (31)
qTONE and Tone Level buttons (42)
rInput selector buttons (19)
sAUX INPUT AUDIO and VIDEO jacks (15)
Front Panel
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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
aA and B speaker indicators (28)
bM.Opt indicator (30, 43)
cListening mode and format indicators (23, 39)
dTuning indicators
RDS indicator (21)
AUTO indicator (20)
TUNED indicator (20)
FM STEREO indicator (20)
eSLEEP indicator (29, 40)
fHDMI indicator (41, 56)
gMUTING indicator (30)
hMessage area
Display
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aDIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks
bCOMPONENT VIDEO IN and OUT jacks
cHDMI IN and OUT jacks
dFM ANTENNA jack and AM ANTENNA terminal
eUNIVERSAL PORT jack
fSPEAKERS terminals
(FRONT A, CENTER, SURROUND,
SUBWOOFER, FRONT B)
gPower cord
huREMOTE CONTROL jack
iComposite video and analog audio jacks
(BD/DVD IN, VCR/DVR IN and OUT, CBL/SAT IN,
GAME IN, TV/CD IN)
jMONITOR OUT V jack
Rear Panel
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e f
h i j
See “Connecting the AV Receiver” for connection
(➔pages 11 to 17).

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Remote Controller
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
a9ON/STANDBY button (18)
bREMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons (19)
cTONE and Tone Level buttons (42)
dSP A/B button (28)
eq/w/e/rand ENTER buttons
fSETUP button (32)
gLISTENING MODE buttons (23)
hDIMMER button (29)
iDISPLAY button (29)
jMUTING button (30)
kVOL q/wbutton (19)
lRETURN button
mAUDIO button (28)
nSLEEP button (29)
■Controlling the tuner
To control the AV receiver’s tuner, press TUNER (or
RECEIVER).
You can select AM or FM by pressing TUNER repeatedly.
aq/wbuttons (20)
bD.TUN button (20)
cDISPLAY button
dTUN MODE button (20)
eCH +/– button (21)
fNumber buttons (20)
Controlling the AV Receiver
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To control the AV receiver, press RECEIVER to select
Receiver mode.
You can also use the remote controller to control
Onkyo Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, CD player, and
other components.
See “Entering Remote Control Codes” for more
details (➔page 47).

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Connections
Connecting the AV
Receiver
Connecting the Speaker Cables
The following illustration shows how to connect the
speakers to each pair of terminals.
■Using a Passive Subwoofer
To find the best position for your subwoofer, while playing
a movie or some music with good bass, experiment by
placing your subwoofer at various positions within the
room, and choose the one that provides the most satisfying
results.
■Push-type speaker terminals
Strip 10 to 12 mm of insulation from the ends of the
speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown
(Supplied speaker cables are already stripped).
Connecting Your Speakers
Corner
position
1/3 of wall
position
10 to 12 mm
Surround
right
Surround
left
Front B right Front B left Front A leftFront A right Center
Speakers ASpeakers B
Passive
Subwoofer

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Speaker Configuration
The following table indicates the channels you should use
depending on the number of speakers that you have.
No matter how many speakers you use, a passive
subwoofer is recommended for a really powerful and solid
bass.
To get the best from your surround sound system, you need
to set the speaker settings manually (➔page 35).
Connecting the Speaker Cables
The speaker terminals are color-coded for identification
purpose.
Speaker Connection Precautions
Read the following before connecting your speakers:
• You can connect speakers with an impedance of between
6 and 16 ohms. If you use speakers with a lower
impedance, and use the amplifier at high volume levels
for a long period of time, the built-in amp protection
circuit may be activated.
• Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before
making any connections.
• Read the instructions supplied with your speakers.
• Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other
words, connect positive (+) terminals only to positive (+)
terminals, and negative (–) terminals only to negative (–)
terminals. If you get them the wrong way around, the
sound will be out of phase and will sound unnatural.
• Unnecessarily long, or very thin speaker cables may
affect the sound quality and should be avoided.
• Be careful not to short the positive and negative wires.
Doing so may damage the AV receiver.
• Make sure the metal core of the wire does not have
contact with the AV receiver’s rear panel. Doing so may
damage the AV receiver.
• Don’t connect more than one cable to each speaker
terminal. Doing so may damage the AV receiver.
• Don’t connect one speaker to several terminals.
Number of speakers 2345
Front speakers ✔✔✔✔
Center speaker ✔✔
Surround speakers ✔✔
Speaker Color
Front left White
Front right Red
Center Green
Surround left Blue
Surround right Gray
Subwoofer Purple

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Connecting AV components
a
• Before making any AV connections, read the manuals
supplied with your AV components.
• Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed and
double-checked all AV connections.
• Push plugs in all the way to make
good connections (loose connections
can cause noise or malfunctions).
• To prevent interference, keep audio
and video cables away from power
cords and speaker cables.
AV Cables and Jacks
■HDMI
HDMI connections can carry digital video and audio.
■Component video
Component video separates the luminance (Y) and color
difference signals (PB, PR), providing the best picture
quality (some TV manufacturers label their component
video sockets slightly differently).
■Composite video
Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs, and
other video equipment.
■Optical digital audio
Optical digital connections allow you to enjoy digital
sound such as PCM*1, Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio
quality is the same as coaxial.
■Coaxial digital audio
Coaxial digital connections allow you to enjoy digital
sound such as PCM*1, Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio
quality is the same as optical.
■Analog audio (RCA)
Analog audio connections (RCA) carry analog audio.
*1 Available sampling rate for PCM input signal (stereo/mono) is
32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz. In case of an HDMI connection,
176.4/192 kHz is also available.
Note
• The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs.
• The AV receiver’s optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers
that open when an optical plug is inserted and close when it’s
removed. Push plugs in all the way.
Caution
• To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical plug straight
when inserting and removing.
About AV Connections
HDMI cable
Other cables
: Video & Audio
: Video : Audio
Game console
Blu-ray Disc/
DVD player
TV, projector, etc.
AV receiver
TV, projector, etc.
AV receiver
Game console
Blu-ray Disc/
DVD player
Right!
Wrong!
Green
Blue
Red
Yellow
Y
PB
PR
Orange
White
Red

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*If your TV doesn’t support Audio Return Channel (ARC), you
need to connect an optical digital cable together with the HDMI
cable to the AV receiver.
*When listening to an HDMI component through the AV
receiver, set the HDMI component so that its video can be seen
on the TV screen (on the TV, select the input of the HDMI
component connected to the AV receiver). If the TV power is off
or the TV is set to another input source, this may result in no
sound from the AV receiver or the sound may be cut off.
Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The
default input assignments are shown below.
✔: Assignment can be changed (➔page 34).
See also:
• “Connection Tips and Video Signal Path” (➔page 56)
• “Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder”
(➔page 57)
• “About HDMI” (➔page 59)
Tip
• To listen to the audio of a component connected via HDMI
through your TV’s speakers, enable “HDMI Through”
(➔page 41) and set the AV receiver to standby mode.
Note
• In the case of Blu-ray Disc/DVD players, if no sound is output
despite following the above-mentioned procedure, set your Blu-
ray Disc/DVD player’s HDMI audio settings to PCM.
■Audio Return Channel (ARC) function
Audio Return Channel (ARC) function enables an HDMI
capable TV to send the audio stream to the HDMI OUT of
the AV receiver.
• This function can be used when:
– Your TV is ARC capable, and
–TheTV/CD input selector is selected, and
–“HDMI Ctrl (RIHD)” is set to “On” (➔page 41), and
–“Audio Return Ch (ARC)” is set to “Auto” (➔page 42).
Connecting Components with HDMI
Game console TV, projector, etc.
Satellite/cable set-top box, etc. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
VCR or DVD recorder/digital video recorder
Jack Components
HDMI IN1 Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔
HDMI IN2 VCR or DVD recorder/digital video recorder ✔
HDMI IN3 Satellite/cable set-top box, etc. ✔
HDMI IN4 Game console ✔
HDMI OUT TV, projector, etc.

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Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The
default input assignments are shown below.
See “Connection Tips and Video Signal Path” for more
information (➔page 56).
✔: Assignment can be changed (➔pages 34, 35).
Note
*1 Connect a turntable (MM) that has a phono preamp built-in. If
your turntable (MM) doesn’t have it, you’ll need a
commercially available phono preamp.
If your turntable has a moving coil (MC) type cartridge, you’ll
need a commercially available MC head amp or MC
transformer as well as a phono preamp. See your turntable’s
manual for details.
• With connection B, you can enjoy Dolby Digital and
DTS.
• With connection D, if your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player has
both the main stereo and multichannel outputs, be sure to
connect to the main stereo.
■How to record a video source
With the connections described above, you cannot record
the videos through the AV receiver. See “Recording” about
connections for video recording (➔page 31).
Connecting Your Components
A
BDC E
The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that is
connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected
to other video outputs, use the AV receiver’s display
when changing settings.
No. Jack/Port Components
AAUX INPUT
VIDEO Camcorder, etc.
AUDIO L/R
BDIGITAL IN
OPTICAL 1 (GAME) Game console ✔
OPTICAL 2 (TV/CD) TV, CD player ✔
COAXIAL (BD/DVD) Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔
CCOMPONENT VIDEO
IN 1 (BD/DVD) Blu-ray Disc/DVD player,
RI dock
✔
IN 2 (CBL/SAT) Satellite/cable set-top box,
RI dock, etc.
✔
OUT TV, projector, etc.
DMONITOR OUT TV, projector, etc.
BD/DVD IN Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
VCR/DVR IN VCR, DVD recorder/
digital video recorder, RI
dock
CBL/SAT IN Satellite/cable set-top box,
etc.
GAME IN Game console, RI dock
TV/CD IN TV, CD player, cassette
tape deck, MD, CD-R,
Turntable*1, RI dock
EUNIVERSAL PORT Universal port option dock
(UP-A1 etc.)

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With u(Remote Interactive), you can use the following
special functions:
■System On/Auto Power On
When you start playback on a component connected via
uwhile the AV receiver is on standby, the AV
receiver will automatically turn on and select that
component as the input source.
■Direct Change
When playback is started on a component connected via
u, the AV receiver automatically selects that
component as the input source.
■Remote Control
You can use the AV receiver’s remote controller to
control your other u-capable Onkyo components,
pointing the remote controller at the AV receiver’s
remote control sensor instead of the component. You
must enter the appropriate remote control code first
(➔page 47).
Note
•Useonlyucables for uconnections. ucables are supplied
with Onkyo components.
• Some components have two ujacks. You can connect either
one to the AV receiver. The other jack is for connecting
additional u-capable components.
• Connect only Onkyo components to ujacks. Connecting other
manufacturer’s components may cause a malfunction.
• Some components may not support all ufunctions. Refer to the
manuals supplied with your other Onkyo components.
See “Recording” for details on recording (➔page 31).
Note
• The AV receiver must be turned on for recording. Recording is
not possible while it’s in standby mode.
• If you want to record directly from your TV or playback VCR to
the recording VCR without going through the AV receiver,
connect the TV/VCR’s audio and video outputs directly to the
recording VCR’s audio and video inputs. See the manuals
supplied with your TV and VCR for details.
• Video signals connected to composite video inputs can be
recorded only via composite video outputs. For example, if your
TV/VCR is connected to a composite video input, the recording
VCR must be connected to a composite video output.
• The surround sound and DSP listening modes cannot be recorded.
• Copy-protected Blu-ray Discs and DVDs cannot be recorded.
• Sources connected to a digital input cannot be recorded. Only
analog inputs can be recorded.
• DTS signals will be recorded as noise, so don’t attempt analog
recording of DTS CDs or LDs.
Connecting Onkyo uComponents
1Make sure that each Onkyo component is
connected with an analog audio cable (connection
Fin the hookup examples) (➔page 15).
2Make the uconnection (see the illustration).
3If you’re using an RI Dock or cassette tape deck,
change the Input Display (➔page 30).
LR
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
LR
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
e.g., cassette tape deck
RI Dock
Connecting a Recording Component
AUDIO
IN
LR
VIDEO
IN
VCR, DVD recorder,
cassette tape deck,
CDR, MD recorder, etc.

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This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna.
The AV receiver won’t pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna to use
the tuner.
Note
• Once your AV receiver is ready for use, you’ll need to tune into a radio station and position the antenna to achieve the best possible
reception.
• Keep the AM loop antenna as far away as possible from your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords.
Tip
• If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead.
• If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor AM loop antenna, try using it with a commercially available outdoor AM
antenna.
Connecting the Antennas
Thumbtacks, etc.
Push. Insert wire. Release.
Assembling the AM loop antenna
Indoor FM antenna (supplied)AM loop antenna (supplied)
Caution
• Be careful not to injure yourself when
using thumbtacks.
Insert the plug fully
into the jack.
Note
• Before connecting the power cord, connect all of your
speakers and AV components.
• Turning on the AV receiver may cause a momentary power surge
that might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same
circuit. If this is a problem, plug the AV receiver into a different
branch circuit.
Connecting the Power Cord
1Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.

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Turning On & Basic Operations
Turning On/Off the AV
Receiver
Tip
• For details on power management settings, see “Auto Standby”
(➔page 40).
8ON/STANDBY
9ON/STANDBY
RECEIVER
Turning On
1Press 8ON/STANDBY on the front panel.
or
Press RECEIVER followed by 9ON/STANDBY
on the remote controller.
The AV receiver comes on, and its display lights.
Turning Off
1Press 8ON/STANDBY on the front panel.
or
Press RECEIVER followed by 9ON/STANDBY
on the remote controller.
The AV receiver will enter standby mode. To prevent
any loud surprises when you turn on the AV receiver,
always turn down the volume before you turn it off.

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Playback
■Operating with the remote controller
■Operating on the AV receiver
The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that is
connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected
to other video outputs, use the AV receiver’s display
when changing settings.
This section describes the procedure for using the
remote controller unless otherwise specified.
Playing the Connected Component
1Press RECEIVER followed by an INPUT
SELECTOR button.
2Start playback on the source component.
See also:
• “Listening to AM/FM Radio” (➔page 20)
• “iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock”
(➔page 44)
• “Controlling Other Onkyo Components”
(➔page 47)
3To adjust the volume, use VOL q/w.
4Select a listening mode and enjoy!
See also:
• “Using the Listening Modes” (➔page 23)
RECEIVER
VOL q/w
INPUT SELECTOR
Listening mode buttons
1Use the input selector buttons to select the input
source.
2Start playback on the source component.
3To adjust the volume, use the MASTER VOLUME
control.
4Select a listening mode and enjoy!
MASTER VOLUMELISTENING MODE
Input selector buttons

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Using the Tuner
With the built-in tuner you can enjoy AM and FM radio
stations. You can store your favorite stations as presets for
quick selection.
You can also change the frequency steps (➔page 40).
Tuning into Radio Stations
■Auto tuning mode
■Manual tuning mode
In manual tuning mode, FM stations will be in mono.
■Tuning into stations by frequency
You can tune into AM and FM stations directly by entering
the appropriate frequency.
Listening to AM/FM Radio
This section describes the procedure using the buttons
on the front panel unless otherwise specified.
1Press AM or FM to select either “AM” or “FM”.
In this example, FM has been selected.
(Actual display depends on the country.)
Band Frequency
1Press TUNING MODE so that the AUTO indicator
lights on the AV receiver’s display.
2Press TUNING q/w.
Searching stops when a station is found.
When tuned into a station, the TUNED indicator
lights. When tuned into a stereo FM station, the FM
STEREO indicator lights as shown.
Tip
• Tuning into weak FM stereo stations
If the signal from a stereo FM station is weak, it may be
impossible to get good reception. In this case, switch to
manual tuning mode and listen to the station in mono.
• Alternatively, you can use the remote controller’s TUN
MODE and q/wbuttons.
FM STEREO
AUTO
TUNED
1Press TUNING MODE so that the AUTO indicator
goes off on the AV receiver’s display.
2Press and hold TUNING q/w.
The frequency stops changing when you release the
button.
Press the buttons repeatedly to change the frequency
one step at a time.
Tip
• Alternatively, you can use the remote controller’s TUN
MODE and q/wbuttons.
1On the remote controller, press TUNER repeatedly
to select “AM” or “FM”, followed by D.TUN.
(Actual display depends on the country.)
2Within 8 seconds, use the number buttons to enter
the frequency of the radio station.
For example, to tune to 87.5 (FM), press 8, 7, 5.
If you have entered the wrong number, you can retry
after 8 seconds.