Onkyo HT-RC360 User manual

AV Receiver
HT-RC360
Instruction Manual
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.
Contents
Introduction ...................................2
Connections.................................12
Turning On & Basic Operations ......20
Advanced Operations .................40
Controlling Other Components ...59
Appendix ......................................65
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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.
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
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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.
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 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.
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 a circuit
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.
Modèle pour les Canadien
REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE
LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-
003 DU CANADA.
Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS
ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS
LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
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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 19)
AM loop antenna (➔page 19)
Speaker cable labels (➔page 13)
Speaker setup microphone (➔page 29)
Remote controller (RC-801M) and two batteries
(AA/R6)
(Note for China: The battery for the remote controller is not
supplied for this unit.)
Batteries (AA/R6)
Remote control sensor
AV receiver
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Contents
Important Safety Instructions ......................................... 2
Precautions....................................................................... 3
Supplied Accessories...................................................... 4
Features ............................................................................ 6
Front & Rear Panels......................................................... 8
Front Panel..................................................................... 8
Display............................................................................ 9
Rear Panel ................................................................... 10
Remote Controller.......................................................... 11
Controlling the AV Receiver ......................................... 11
Connecting the AV Receiver ......................................... 12
Connecting Your Speakers .......................................... 12
About AV Connections ................................................. 15
Connecting Components with HDMI ............................ 16
Connecting Your Components ..................................... 17
Connecting Onkyo uComponents ............................ 18
Connecting a Recording Component ........................... 18
Connecting the Antennas ............................................. 19
Connecting the Power Cord ......................................... 19
Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ................................... 20
Turning On ................................................................... 20
Turning Off ................................................................... 20
Playback.......................................................................... 21
Selecting the Language for
the Onscreen Setup Menus ....................................... 21
Playing the Connected Component.............................. 21
Controlling Contents of USB or Network Devices ........ 21
Understanding Icons on the Display............................. 22
Playing an iPod/iPhone via USB .................................. 22
Playing a USB Device .................................................. 23
Listening to Internet Radio ........................................... 23
Playing Music Files on a Server ................................... 25
Remote Playback ......................................................... 25
Listening to AM/FM Radio ............................................ 26
Using Basic Functions .................................................. 29
Using the Automatic Speaker Setup ............................ 29
Using the Listening Modes ........................................... 32
Using the Home Menu.................................................. 37
Using the Sleep Timer.................................................. 37
Setting the Display Brightness ..................................... 37
Displaying Source Information ..................................... 38
Changing the Input Display .......................................... 38
Using the Music Optimizer ........................................... 38
Muting the AV Receiver................................................ 39
Using Headphones....................................................... 39
Recording ..................................................................... 39
Advanced Setup ............................................................. 40
On-screen Setup Menus...............................................40
Common Procedures in Setup Menu ........................... 40
Input/Output Assign ......................................................41
Speaker Setup..............................................................42
Audio Adjust ................................................................. 45
Source Setup................................................................ 46
Listening Mode Preset..................................................51
Miscellaneous ............................................................... 51
Hardware Setup............................................................ 52
Remote Controller Setup .............................................. 55
Lock Setup....................................................................55
Using the Audio Settings ..............................................55
Zone 2.............................................................................. 57
Making Zone 2 Connections.........................................57
Controlling Zone 2 Components................................... 58
iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock ........................59
Using the Onkyo Dock.................................................. 59
Controlling Your iPod/iPhone .......................................60
Controlling Other Components.....................................62
Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes ...................... 62
Looking up for Remote Control Code ........................... 62
Entering Remote Control Codes................................... 62
Remote Control Codes for
Onkyo Components Connected via u..................... 63
Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons .............................63
Resetting the Remote Controller ..................................63
Controlling Other Components ..................................... 63
Troubleshooting .............................................................65
Network/USB Features...................................................71
Firmware Update ............................................................ 74
Connection Tips and Video Signal Path ...................... 77
About HDMI.....................................................................79
Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player,
or Recorder................................................................... 80
Specifications ................................................................. 82
Video Resolution Chart.................................................. 83
Introduction
Connections
Turning On & Basic Operations
Advanced Operations
Controlling Other Components
Appendix
To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn
it on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press
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Features
Amplifier
• 100 Watts/Channel @ 8 ohms (FTC)
• 160 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (IEC)
• 175 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (JEITA)
• Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
• H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High
Power Transformer
• Jitter Cleaning Circuit Technology
Processing
• Incorporates Qdeo™*1 technology for HDMI Video
Upscaling (to 4K Compatible).
• HDMI (Audio Return Channel, 3D, DeepColor,
x.v.Color*2, Lip Sync, DTS*3-HD Master Audio,
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby TrueHD*4,
Dolby Digital Plus, DSD and Multi-CH PCM)
• Dolby Pro Logic IIz*4 and Audyssey DSX™*5
• Non-Scaling Configuration
• A-Form Listening Mode Memory
• Direct Mode
• Pure Audio Mode (Chinese models)
• Music Optimizer*6 for Compressed Digital Music files
• 192 kHz/24-bit D/A Converters
• Powerful and Highly Accurate 32-bit Processing DSP
Connections
• 6 HDMI*7 Inputs (1 on front panel) and 1 Output
• Onkyo pfor System Control
• 4 Digital Inputs (2 Optical/2 Coaxial)
• Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/1 Output)
• Universal Port for the Dock for iPod®/iPhone®*8/HD
Radio™*9 tuner module (North American models)
• Banana Plug-Compatible Speaker Posts
• Powered Zone 2
• Bi-Amping Capability for FL/FR with SBL/SBR
• Internet Radio Connectivity (SiriusXM Internet
Radio/vTuner/Pandora/Rhapsody/Slacker/
Mediafly/Napster)
*Services available may vary depending on the region.
• Network Capability for Streaming Audio Files*10
• Front-Panel USB Input for Memory Devices and
iPod®/iPhone®*8 models (Enables Display of Album
Artwork)
Miscellaneous
• 40 FM/AM Presets
• Audyssey 2EQ®*5 to correct room acoustic problems
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ®*5 for loudness correction
• Audyssey Dynamic Volume®*5 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 800 ms)
• Auto Standby Function
• On-Screen Display via HDMI
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*1 Qdeo and QuietVideo are trademarks of Marvell or its
affiliates.
*2 “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
*3
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942;
5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535;
7,212,872; 7,333,929; 7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other U.S. and
worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol are
registered trademarks, & DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master Audio,
and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc. Product
includes software.
© DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
*4
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby,
Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories.
*5
Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories™,
Inc. U.S. and foreign patents pending. Audyssey 2EQ®,
Audyssey Dynamic EQ®, Audyssey Dynamic Volume®and
Audyssey DSX™ are registered trademarks and trademark of
Audyssey Laboratories, Inc.
*6 Music Optimizer™ is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation.
*7
“HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.”
*8
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod shuffle, and iPod
touch are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and
other countries.
“Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an
electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically
to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the
developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not
responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance
with safety and regulatory standards.
Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone
may affect wireless performance.
*9
HD Radio™, HD Radio Ready™, and the HD Radio Ready
logo are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital
Corporation.
This HD Radio Ready™ receiver is ready to receive HD
Radio broadcasts when connected to the Onkyo UP-HT1 HD
Radio tuner module (sold separately).
*10 “DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are
trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the
Digital Living Network Alliance.”
*10 Windows and the Windows logo are trademarks of the
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Front & Rear Panels
(North American models)
The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item.
a8ON/STANDBY button (20)
bZONE 2, OFF buttons (58)
cRemote control sensor (4)
dDisplay (9)
eLISTENING MODE buttons (32)
fDIMMER button (North American models) (37)
gMEMORY button (27)
hTUNING MODE button (26)
iDISPLAY button (38)
jSETUP button (40)
kTUNING, PRESET (26 to 27), arrow and ENTER
buttons
lRETURN button
mMASTER VOLUME control and indicator (21)
nMUSIC OPTIMIZER button and indicator (North
American models) (38, 56)
oPHONES jack (39)
pAUX INPUT HDMI jack (16)
qTONE and Tone Level buttons (55)
rInput selector buttons (21)
sVIDEO jack (17)
tUSB port (17)
uSETUP MIC jack (29)
vHDMI THRU indicator (53)
wPURE AUDIO button and indicator (Chinese
models) (32)
xRT/PTY/TP button (Chinese models) (28)
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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
aSpeaker/channel indicators
bZ2 (Zone 2) indicator (58)
cListening mode and format indicators (32, 56)
d1, 3and cursor indicators (22)
eNET indicator (23, 54)
fTuning indicators
RDS indicator (Chinese models) (27)
AUTO indicator (26)
TUNED indicator (26)
FM STEREO indicator (26)
gAudio input indicators
hBi AMP indicator (14, 43)
iAudyssey indicator (29, 46)
Dynamic EQ indicator (46)
Dynamic Vol indicator (47)
jHeadphone indicator (39)
kMessage area
lMUTING indicator (39)
mVolume level (21)
nUSB indicator (22, 23)
oSLEEP indicator (37, 50)
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aDIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks
bCOMPONENT VIDEO IN and OUT jacks
cETHERNET port
dFM ANTENNA jack and AM ANTENNA terminal
eHDMI IN and OUT jacks
fPower cord
guREMOTE CONTROL jack
hComposite video and analog audio jacks
(BD/DVD IN, VCR/DVR IN and OUT, CBL/SAT
IN, GAME IN, TV/CD IN)
iMONITOR OUT V jack
jZONE 2 LINE OUT jacks
kSUBWOOFER PRE OUT jacks
lUNIVERSAL PORT jack
mSPEAKERS terminals
(CENTER, FRONT, SURROUND, SURROUND
BACK or FRONT HIGH, ZONE 2)
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Remote Controller
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
a8RECEIVER button (20)
bREMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons
(21)
cArrow q/w/e/rand ENTER buttons
dSETUP button (40)
eListening Mode buttons (32)
fDIMMER button (37)
gMUTING button (39)
hDISPLAY button (38)
iVOL q/wbutton (21)
jRETURN button
kHOME button (37, 55)
lSLEEP button (37)
■Controlling the tuner
To control the AV receiver’s tuner, press TUNER (or
RECEIVER).
You can select AM or FM by pressing TUNER
repeatedly.
aArrow q/wbuttons (26)
bD.TUN button (27)
cDISPLAY button
dCH +/– button (27)
eNumber buttons (27)
Controlling the AV Receiver
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*1 To control component, you must first enter remote control
code.
See “Entering Remote Control Codes” for more details
(➔page 62).
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
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Connections
Connecting the AV Receiver
Connecting the Speaker Cables
The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected 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.
Tip
• You can specify whether surround back or front high speakers are connected in the “Speaker Configuration” menu (➔page 43) or
during Audyssey 2EQ®Room Correction and Speaker Setup (➔page 29).
■Screw-type speaker terminals
Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from
the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare
wires tightly, as shown.
■Banana Plugs (North American models)
• If 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.
■Push-type speaker terminals
Strip 3/8" to 1/2" (10 to 12 mm) of insulation from the ends of the
speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown.
Connecting Your Speakers
Surround back/
Front high
right
Surround
left
Surround
right
CenterFront leftFront right
Surround back/
Front high
left
1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm)
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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 powered 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 automatically
(➔page 29) or manually (➔page 42).
*1 If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it to
the SURROUND BACK or FRONT HIGH L terminals.
*2 Front high and surround back speakers cannot be used at the
same time.
Attaching the Speaker Cable Labels
The speaker terminals are color-coded for identification
purpose.
The supplied speaker cable labels are also color-coded and
you should attach them to the positive (+) side of each
speaker cable in accordance with the table above. Then all
you need to do is to match the color of each label to the
corresponding speaker terminal.
Speaker Connection Precautions
Read the following before connecting your speakers:
•(North American models) 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.
•(Chinese models) You can connect speakers with an
impedance of between 4 and 16 ohms. If the impedance
of any of the connected speakers is 4 ohms or more, but
less than 6 ohms, be sure to set the minimum speaker
impedance to “4ohms” (➔page 43). 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 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.
Numberofchannels 2345677
Front speakers ✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
Center speaker ✔✔✔✔✔
Surround speakers ✔✔✔✔✔
Surround back speaker*1*2 ✔
Surround back speakers*2 ✔
Front high speakers*2 ✔
Speaker Color
Front left, Front high left, Zone 2 left White
Front right, Front high right, Zone 2 right Red
Center Green
Surround left Blue
Surround right Gray
Surround back left Brown
Surround back right Tan

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Using a Powered 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.
You can connect the powered subwoofer with two
SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jacks respectively.
The same signal is output from each jack.
Tip
• If your subwoofer is unpowered and you’re using an external
amplifier, connect the subwoofer pre out jack to an input on the
amplifier.
Bi-amping the Front Speakers
Bi-amping provides improved bass and treble performance.
When bi-amping is used, the AV receiver is able to drive up
to a 5.1 speaker system in the main room.
Once you’ve completed the bi-amping connections as shown
and turned on the AV receiver, you must set the speaker
setting to enable bi-amping (➔page 43).
Important:
• When making the bi-amping connections, be sure to remove the
jumper bars that link the speakers’ tweeter (high) and woofer
(low) terminals.
• Bi-amping can be used only with speakers that support bi-
amping. Refer to your speaker manual.
LINE INPUT
LINE INPUT
LINE INPUT
LINE INPUT
Powered subwoofer
Corner
position
1/3 of wall
position
Woofer (low)
Tweeter (high)
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Connecting AV components
• 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
*Available sampling rate for PCM input signal 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
Signal Cable Jack Description
Video and
Audio
HDMI HDMI connections can carry digital video and audio.
Video 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.
Audio Optical digital
audio
Optical digital connections allow you to enjoy digital
sound such as PCM*, 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*, Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio
quality is the same as optical.
Analog audio
(RCA)
Analog audio connections (RCA) carry analog audio.
HDMI cable Other cables
: Video & Audio : Video
: Audio
Game console
Blu-ray Disc/
DVD player
TV, projector, etc. Game console
Blu-ray Disc/
DVD player
TV, projector, etc.
AV receiverAV receiver
Right!
Wrong!
HDMI
Y
PB
PR
Green
Blue
Red
V
Yellow
OPTICAL
Orange
L
R
White
Red

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Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below.
✔: Assignment can be changed (➔page 41).
See also:
• “Connection Tips and Video Signal Path” (➔page 77)
• “About HDMI” (➔page 79)
• “Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder” (➔page 80)
■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 Control (RIHD)” is set to “On”(➔page 52), and
–“Audio Return Channel” is set to “Auto” (➔page 53).
Tip
• To listen to audio received by the HDMI IN jacks through your TV’s speakers:
– Set the “HDMI Control (RIHD)” setting to “On” (➔page 52) for an p-compatible TV.
– Set the “Audio TV Out” setting to “On” (➔page 53) when the TV is not compatible with p, or the “HDMI Control
(RIHD)” setting to “Off”.
– Set your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player’s HDMI audio output setting to PCM.
– To listen to TV audio through the AV receiver, see “Connecting Your Components” (➔page 17).
Note
• 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.
•Asthe“Audio TV Out” setting is set to “On” (➔page 53) to hear from your TV speakers, the sound will also be output from the AV
receiver’s speakers if you adjust the volume of the AV receiver. Similarly, as the “HDMI Control (RIHD)” setting is set to “On”
(➔page 52) to hear from the speakers of an p-compatible TV, the AV receiver’s speakers will produce sound if you adjust
the volume of the AV receiver, while the TV speakers will be muted. To stop the AV receiver’s speakers from producing sound, you
can either change the settings on the AV receiver or on the TV, or turn down the volume of the AV receiver.
Connecting Components with HDMI
Jack Components Assignable
Input HDMI IN 1 Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔
HDMI IN 2 VCR or DVD recorder/Digital Video Recorder ✔
HDMI IN 3 Satellite/cable set-top box, etc. ✔
HDMI IN 4 Game console ✔
HDMI IN 5 Other components ✔
AUX INPUT HDMI Camcorder
Output HDMI OUT TV, projector, etc.
Game console
VCR or DVD recorder/Digital Video Recorder
TV, projector,
etc.
Satellite/cable set-top box, etc.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
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Other components

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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 77).
✔: Assignment can be changed (➔page 42).
Note
*1 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.
*2 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 C, you can enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS. (To record or listen the audio in Zone 2 as well, use Cand
F.)
• With connection F, you can listen to and record audio from external components while you are in Zone 2.
• With connection F, 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 39).
Connecting Your Components
The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to
the MONITOR OUT V or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings.
No. Jack/Port Components Assignable
AUSB, VIDEO iPod/iPhone (video playback)
BUSB*1 iPod/iPhone, MP3 player, USB flash drive
CDIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1 (GAME) Game console ✔
2 (TV/CD) TV, CD player ✔
COAXIAL 1 (BD/DVD) Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔
2 (CBL/SAT) Satellite/cable set-top box, RI dock, etc. ✔
DCOMPONENT
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.
EETHERNET Router
FMONITOR OUT TV, projector, etc.
BD/DVD IN Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
VCR/DVR IN VCR or 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*2, RI dock
GUNIVERSAL 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 63).
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 Onkyo components.
• While Zone 2 is on, the System On/Auto Power On and Direct
Change ufunctions do not work.
See “Recording” for details on recording (➔page 39). 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.
•(Chinese models) While the listening mode is set to Pure Audio,
the video circuitry is turned off and therefore no video signals
are processed. If you want to make recordings, select another
listening mode.
Connecting Onkyo uComponents
1Make sure that each Onkyo component is
connected with an analog audio cable (connection
Fin the hookup examples) (➔page 17).
2Make the uconnection (see the illustration).
3If you’re using an RI Dock, or cassette tape deck,
change the Input Display (➔page 38).
LR
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
LR
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
e.g., CD player
RI Dock
Connecting a Recording Component
AUDIO
IN
LR
VIDEO
IN
VCR, DVD recorder,
cassette tape deck,
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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.
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 Antennas
Connecting the Power Cord
Thumbtacks, etc.
Insert the plug fully
into the jack.
Insert the plug fully
into the jack.
North American models Chinese models
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.
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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 53).
Turning On
1Press 8ON/STANDBY on the front panel.
or
Press RECEIVER followed by 8RECEIVER on the remote controller.
The AV receiver comes on, the display lights.
Turning Off
1Press 8ON/STANDBY on the front panel.
or
Press RECEIVER followed by 8RECEIVER 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.
8RECEIVER
RECEIVER
8ON/STANDBY