Onkyo HT-R591 User manual

ON 3t'O
AV RECEIVER
HT R591
Instruction Manual
Contents
Safety mnfo_mation and mntroduction ............ 2
Tabmeof Contents ........................................... 5
Connections ................................................. 11
Turning On & Basic Operations .................. 19
Advanced Operations .................................. 39
Controlling Other Components ................... 53
Appendix ....................................................... 59
Speaker Package

WARNING:
TO REDUCETHE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICSHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVECOVER (OR BACK).NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICEPERSONNEL.
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 ill
the literature accompanying the appliance.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
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.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit Dom the apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, PORTABLECARTWARNING
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.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
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.
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,
16.
17.
18.
Safety Information and Introduction
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.
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.
Batteries
Always consider the environmental issues and follow
local regulations when disposing of batteries.
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.
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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 alter
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 interference in a
residential installation.
Safety Information and Introduction
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on acircuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
For Canadian Models
NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS
COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.
For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
ModUle pour les Canadien
REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMI_RIQUE DE LA
CLASSE B EST CONFORME A.LA NORME NMB-003
DU CANADA.
Sur les modbles dont la fiche est polaris&:
ATTENTION: POUR I_VITER LES CHOCS
I_LECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS
LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQU' AU FOND.
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Supplied Accessories
Make sure you have the following accessories:
Indoor FM antenna (÷ page 18)
AM loop antenna (3 page 18)
Power cord (Brazilian models) (3 page 18)
Speaker setup microphone (3 page 27)
Remote controller (RC-799M) and two batteries (AA/R6)
Quick Start Guide
*Ill 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.
NInstalling the batteries
Batteries (AA/R6)
•If the remote controller doesn't work reliably, try replacing the
batteries.
• Don't mix new and old batteries or different types of batteries.
• [f 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.
Safety Information and Introduction
NAiming the remote controller
To use the remote controller, point it at the AV receiver's
remote control sensor, as shown below.
Remote control sensor
"_..... AV receiver
30....
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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
Connecting the AV Receiver ...................................... 11
Connecting Your Speakers ....................................... 11
About AV Connections .............................................. 14
Connecting Components with HDM! ......................... 15
Connecting You r Components .................................. t 6
Connecting Onkyo R _Components ......................... t 7
Connecting a Recording Component ........................ -17
Connecting the Antennas .......................................... t 8
Connecting the Power Cord ...................................... 18
Usin 9 Basic Functions ........................................... 27
Using the Automatic Speaker Setup ......................... 27
Using the Listening Modes ....................................... 30
Using the Home Menu .............................................. 35
Using the Sleep Timer .............................................. 35
Setting the Display Brightness .................................. 36
Displaying Source Information .................................. 36
Changing the Input Display ....................................... 36
Using the Music Optimizer ........................................ 37
Mutin 9 the AV Receiver ............................................ 37
Using Headphones ................................................... 37
Recording ................................................................. 38
On-screen Setup ....................................................... 39
Common Procedures in Setup Menu ........................ 39
Setup menu items ..................................................... 40
HDM[ Input ................................................................ 4-I
Component (Component Video Input} ...................... 41
Digital Audio (Digital Audio Input) ............................. 42
Sp Config (Speaker Configuration) ........................... 42
Sp Distance (Speaker Distance) ............................... 43
Level Ca[ (Level Calibration) ..................................... 44
Audio Adjust .............................................................. 44
Source Setup ............................................................ 46
Hardware .................................................................. 48
HDM! Setup .............................................................. 49
Using the Audio Settings .......................................... 50
Safety Information and Introduction
I o reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it
on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press
(bON/STANDBY (@ page 59).
Turnin9 On/Off the AV Receiver................................19
Tumin 9 On ................................................................19
Tum in9 Off................................................................t9
Playback ...................................................................... 20
P[ayir_g the Connected Component ..........................20
Controlling Contents of USB Devices ....................... 21
Understanding Icons on the Display ......................... 22
Playing an iPod/iPhone via USB ............................... 22
Playing a USB Device ............................................... 23
Listening to AM/FM Radio ......................................... 24
iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock .................... 53
Using the Onkyo Dock ..............................................53
Controlling"four iPod/iPhone ....................................54
ControHin 9 Other Onkyo Components .....................55
Preprogrammad Remote Control Codas ..................55
Entering Remote Control Codas ...............................55
Remote Control Codas forOnkyo Components
Connected via _ ..................................................55
Resetting the REMOTE MODE Buttons ...................56
Resetting the Remote Controller ..............................56
ControllingOther Components .................................57
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Features
Amplifier
•80 Watts/Channel @ 8 ohms (FTC)
• 130 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (IEC)
• 160 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (JEITA)
• 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)
• Dolby Pro Logic IIz
• Non-Scaling Configuration
• A-Form Listening Mode Memory
• Direct Mode
• 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 r'_Jl-lI_ for System Control
• 4 Digital Inputs (2 Optical/2 Coaxial)
• Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/l Output)
•(North American and Brazilian models) Banana Plug-
Compatible Speaker Posts
• Front-Panel USB Input for Memory Devices and
iPod®/iPhone® models
Miscellaneous
• 40 FM/AM Presets
• Audyssey 2EQ® to correct room acoustic problems
• Audyssey Dynamic EQO_ for loudness correction
• Audyssey Dynamic Volume® to maintain optimal
listening level and dynamic range
• 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
Safety Information and Introduction
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Front & Rear Panels Safety Information and Introduction
(North American and Brazilian models)
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(Asian models)
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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
(_) OON/STANDBY button (19)
(_) HDMI THRU indicator (49)
(_ SUBWOOFER LEVEL buttons (51)
@Remote control sensor (4)
@ LISTENING MODE buttons (30)
(_) Display (8)
(Z) DIMMER button (North American and Brazilian
models) (36)
@ MEMORY button (25)
TUNING MODE button (24)
ODISPLAY button (36)
@SETUP button (39)
@ TUNING A/V, PRESET _/_ (24), cursor and
ENTER buttons
@ RETURN button
@MASTER VOLUME control (20)
@MUSIC OPTIMIZER button (37, 52)
(_ PHONES jack (37)
@ TONE and Tone Level buttons (50)
Input selector buttons (20)
OAUX INPUT AUDIO and VIDEO jacks (16)
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USB port (16)
@SETUP MIC jack (27)
@RT/PTY/TP button (Asian models) (25)
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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
@HDMI indicator (49, 64)
(_) M.Opt indicator (37, 52)
@Listening mode and format indicators (30, 48)
@ Audyssey indicator (27, 46)
Dynamic EQ indicator (46)
Dynamic Vol indicator (47)
@ Tuning indicators
RDS indicator (excluding North American and
Brazilian models) (25)
AUTO indicator (24)
TUNED indicator (24)
FM STEREO indicator (24)
@ SLEEP indicator (35)
@ MUTING indicator (37)
@ Message area
Safety Information and Introduction
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(North American and Asian models)
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(Brazilian models)
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Safety Information and Introduction
(_ DIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks
(_) COMPONENT VIDEO IN and OUT jacks
(_ HDMI IN and OUT jacks
@FM ANTENNA jack and AM ANTENNA terminal
(_ SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack
(_ Power cord (North American and Asian models)
(_ RI REMOTE CONTROL jack
(_ Composite video and analog audio jacks
(BD/DVD IN, VCR/DVR INand OUT, CBLJSAT IN,
GAME IN, TV/CD IN)
(_) MONITOR OUT Vjack
OSPEAKERS terminals
(FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND, SURROUND
BACK or FRONT HIGH)
(_) AC INLET (Brazilian models)
See "Connecting the AV Receiver" for connection
(_ pages 11 to 18). ]
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Remote Controller
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O®
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
@ (b button (19)
(_ REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons (20)
(_ TONE and Tone Level buttons (50)
@A/¥/</_ and ENTER buttons
(_ SETUP button (39)
(_ Listening Mode buttons (30)
(_ DIMMER button (36)
(_ DISPLAY button (36)
(_ MUTING button (37)
O VOL A/V button (20)
(_ RETURN button
@HOME button (35)
@ SLEEP button (35)
Safety Information and Introduction
mControlling the tuner
To control the AV receiver's tuner, press AM or FM (or
RECEIVER).
O &/¥ buttons (24)
O D.TUN button (24)
O DISPLAY button
O CH +/- button (25)
ONumber buttons (24)
O® --@
"1 SP A/B is not used for this model.
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Connecting the AV
Receiver
Connecting the Speaker Cables
The following illustration shows how to connect the
speakers to each pair of terminals. If you're using only one
surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND
BACK or FRONT HIGH L terminals.
• You call specify whether surround back or front high speakers are
connected in the "Sp Config (Speaker Configuration)" menu
(3 page 42) or during Audyssey 2EQ 0_Room Correction and
Speaker Setup (3 page 27).
NScrew-type speaker terminals
Strip 112"to 5/8" ( 12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends
of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as
shown (Supplied speaker cables are already stripped).
112"to 518"(12 to 15 mm)
=-.4-./-.
NBanana Plugs (North American and Brazilian
models)
•It you are using banana plugs, tighten the speaker
terminal before inserting the banana plug.
• Do not insert the speaker code directly into the center
hole of the speaker terminal.
Surround back/
front high
right
Surround back/
front high
left
7.1_huseONLY
SURROU((DBACRo,ROt(T_
Surround
right
SURROUND
Surround
left Center
FRONT
_
Front right Front left
Connections
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Speaker Configuration
The t_llowing table indicates the channels you should use
depending on the number of speakers that you have.
No matter how many speakers you use, a powered
subwoofer is recommended t_r a really powerful and solid
bass.
To get the best from your surround sound system, you need
to set the speaker settings automatically (_ page 27) or
manually (0 page 42).
Front speakers v' v' v' v' v' _ 7
Center speaker -- _ -- _ _ _
Surround speakers ----_?_E
Surround back speakerq _2 v'
Surround back speakers _2 ...... '_
Front high speakers*2 v'
"1 If you're using only one surround back speaker, connect it to
the SURROUND BACK or FRONT HIGH k terminals.
*2 Front high and surround back speakers cannot be used at the
same time.
Connecting the Speaker Cables
The speaker terminals are color-coded for identification
purpose.
Front left
Front right
Center
Surround left
Surround right
Surround back left, Front high left
Surround back right, Front high right
White
Red
Green
Blue
Gray
Brown
Tan
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.
Connections
• 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.
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Using a Powered Subwoofer
Connections
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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.
• If your subwoofer is unpowered and you're using all external
amplifier, connect the subwoofer pre out jack to all input on the
amplifier.
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Connecting AV components
HDMI cable
TV, projector, etc,
: Video & Audio
-_ AV receiver 1
Other cables
TV, projector, etc,
: Video .............: Audio
D
receiver J
\
Blu-ray Disc/
DVD player Game console
• 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
mHDMI
HDMI connections can carry digital video and audio.
HDMI
mComponent 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).
y _ Green
PB Blue
Pn P_@ Red
mComposite video
Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs, and
other video equipment.
__ Yellow'
Connections
mOptical digital audio
Optical digital connections allow you to enjoy digital
sound such as PCMq, Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio
quality is the same as coaxial.
OPTICAL
N
ICoaxial digital audio
Coaxial digital connections allow you to enjoy digital
sound such as PCMq, Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio
quality is the same as optical.
@ Orange
cOa×lA_
mAnalog audio (RCA)
Analog audio connections (RCA) carry analog audio.
White
r@ Red
"1 For PCM signals, the supported sampling rates are
32144.1148188.2196 kHz. With HDM[ connections, 176.4 and
192 kHz are also supported.
• 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.
• To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical plug straight
when inserting and removing.
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VCR or DVD recorder/digital video recorder
Connections
Game console
Satellite/cable set-top box, etc.
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__ ++m ++ + TV, projector+ etc.
Blu-ray DIsc/DVD player
*ff your TV doesn't support Audio Return Channel (ARC), you
need to connect all optical digital cable together with the HDM[
cable to the AV receiver.
* When listening to an HDM[ component through the AV
receiver, set the HDM[ component so that its video call be seen
on the TV screen (on the TV, select the input of the HDM[
component connected to the AV receiver), ff 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 41).
HDM[ INI
HDM[ IN2
HDM[ IN3
HDM[ IN4
HDM[ OUT
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
VCR or DVD recordeffdigital video recorder
Satellite/cable set-top box, etc.
Game console
TV, projector, etc.
See also:
• "Connection Tips and Video Signal Path" (@ page 64)
• "Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder"
(_ page 65)
• "About HDMI" (_ page 67)
• To listen to the audio of a component connected via HDM[
through your TV's speakers, enable "HDMI Through"
(@ page 49) and set the AV receiver to standby mode.
•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 HDM[ audio settings to PCM.
NAudio Return Channel (ARC) function
Audio Return Channel (ARC) tunctien 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
- The TWCD input selector is selected, and
- "HI)MI Ctrl (RIHD)" is set to "On" (@ page 49), and
- "Audio Return Ch (ARC)" is set to "Auto" (@ page 50).
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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 (O page 64).
[]
v': Assignment can be changed (_ pages 41,42).
AUX INPUT
VIDEO
AUDIO L/R
USB, AUX INPUT
VIDEO _
USB _2
leo
layer,
[]
[]
[] DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL 1 (GAME) i_ c_msole 7
OPTICAL 2 (TV/CD) _ .7
COAXIAL 1 (BD/DVD) aYer t,/
COAXIAL 2 (CBL/SAT) ISatellite/cable set-top box, t,/
JRI dock. etc.
[] COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 1 (BD/DVD) Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, t,/
RI dock
IN 2 (CBL/SAT) Satellite/cable set-top box, V'
RI dock, etc.
OUT TV, projector, etc.
[] MONITOR 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 _3, RI dock
Connections
"1 When USB input is selected, you call input video signals fl'om
the AUX INPUT VIDEOjack. Video signals input from AUX
INPUT VIDEO will be output from the MONITOR OUT jack.
*2 Do not connect the AV receiver's USB port to a USB port on
your computer. Music on your computer cannot be played
through the AV receiver in this way.
*3 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 [_, you can enjoy Dolby Digital and
DTS.
• With connection [_, if your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player has
both the main stereo and multichannel outputs, be sure to
connect to the main stereo.
NHow 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 38).
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3
Make sure that each Onkyo component is
connected with an analog audio cable (connection
[] in the hookup examples) (3 page 16).
Make the RI connection (see the illustration).
If you're using an RI Dock or cassette tape deck,
change the Input Display (3 page 36).
With r41 (Remote Interactive), you can use the following
special functions:
NSystem On/Auto Power On
When you start playback on a component connected via
f-41while the AV receiver is on standby, the AV
receiver will automatically turn on and select that
component as the input source.
NDirect Change
When playback is started on a component connected via
f-4I, the AV receiver automatically selects that
component as the input source,
NRemote Control
You can use the AV receiver's remote controller to
control your other R I-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
(3 page 55).
RI Dock
• Use only r41 cables for r-tl connections, r-tl cables are supplied
with Onkyo components.
• Some components have two 1"-41jacks. You can connect either
one to the AV receiver. The other jack is for connecting
additional 1"-4I-capable components.
• Connect only Onkyo components to 1"-41jacks. Connecting other
manufacturer's components may cause a malfunction.
• Some components may not support all 1"-41functions. Refer to the
manuals supplied with your other Onkyo components.
Connections
See "Recording" IY_rdetails on recording (3 page 38).
i
VCR, DVD recorder,
cassette tape deck,
CDR, MD recorder, etc,
• 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.
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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.
North American and Asian models
Brazilian models _
Insert the plug ful g fully
into the jack,
• Be careful not to injure yourself when
using thumbtacks.
Thumbtacks, etc. K_
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Indoor FM antenna (supplied)
• 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.
Connections
1(Brazilian models)
Connect the supplied power cord to the AV
receiver's AC INLET.
To AC wall outlet
2Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.
•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.
• Do not use a power cord other than the one supplied with the AV
receiver. The supplied power cord is designed exclusively for use
with the AV receiver and should not be used with any other
equipment.
• Never disconnect the power cord from the AV receiver while the
other end is still plugged into a wall outlet. Doing so may cause
an electric shock. Always disconnect the power cord from the
wall outlet first, and then the AV receiver.
• 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.
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Turning On/Off the AV
Receiver
OON/STANDBY
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1Press _ON/STANDBY on the front panel.
or
Press RECEIVER followed by (b on the remote
controller.
The AV receiver comes on, and its display lights.
Turning On & Basic Operations
1Press _ON/STANDBY on the front panel.
or
Press RECEIVER followed by (b 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.
• For details on power management settings, see "Auto Standby"
(3 page 49).
RECEIVER
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Playback
mOperating with the remote controller
Turning On & Basic Operations
mOperating on the AV receiver
Input selector buttons
SELECTOR
Listening mode buttons
1
2
3
4
Press RECEIVER followed by an INPUT
SELECTOR button.
Start playback on the source component.
See also:
•"Playing an iPod/iPhone via USB" (3 page 22)
• "Playing a USB Device" (3 page 23)
• "Listening to AM/FM Radio" (3 page 24)
• "iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock"
(3 page 53)
•"Controlling Other Onkyo Components"
(3 page 55)
To adjust the volume, use VOL A/V.
Select a listening mode and enjoy!
See also:
•"Using the Listening Modes" (3 page 30)
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!
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