Onkyo TX-SV353 User manual

Contents
Before using
Important safeguards........................ 2
Precautions ....................................... 3
Features............................................. 4
Supplied accessories......................... 4
Before operating this unit................. 5
Preparation
Connecting audio equipment............ 6
Connecting video equipment............ 7
Connecting speakers......................... 8
Positioning speakers......................... 9
Connecting the power....................... 9
Connecting antennas....................... 10
Operation
Listening to your favorite source.... 12
Tuning in a radio station................. 14
Using preset radio stations.............. 15
Selecting a Surround mode............. 16
Recording a source......................... 19
Using TAPE (MONITOR) Button ... 20
Programming remote controller
codes............................................ 21
A few important notes
Troubleshooting guide.................... 24
Specifications ................................. 25
Control positions and names .......... 26
Remote controller RC-383M.......... 27
BALANCETREBLEBASS
SYSTEM
ON OFF
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
PHONES
DOLBY SURROUND
PRO • LOGIC
AMFMTAPE(MONITOR)TV/AUX PHONO
/1VIDEO VDP /2
VIDEO VCR
MAXMIN
AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER TX-SV353
LR
C D
MASTER VOLUME
STAND-BY
123
456
789
GROUP 0/10 SCAN
MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
CENTER
MODE
SURROUND
MODE DELAY TIME TUNING DIRECT TUNINGDOWN UP
Audio Video Control Receiver
TX-SV353
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo Audio Video
Control Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and turning on the power.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new Audio Video Control
Receiver.
Please retain this manual for future reference.

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Important safeguards
1.
Read Instructions
– All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
2.
Retain Instructions
– The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
3.
Heed Warnings
– All warnings on the appliance and in the operat-
ing instructions should be adhered to.
4.
Follow Instructions
– All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5. Water and Moisture – The appliance should not be used near
water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry
tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
6.
Carts and Stands
– The appliance should be used only with a cart
or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
7.
Wall or Ceiling Mounting
– The appliance should be mounted to
a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
8.
Ventilation
– The appliance should be situated so that its location or
position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the
appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface
that may block the ventilation openings; or if placed in a built-in
installation, such as a book case or cabinet that may impede the flow
of air through the ventilation openings, there should be free space of at
least 20 cm and open up behind the appliance.
9.
Heat
– The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
10.
Power Sources
– The appliance should be connected to a power
supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the appliance.
11.
Polarization
– If the appliance is provided with a polarized plug
having one blade wider than the other, please read the following infor-
mation: The polarization of the plug is a safety feature. The polarized
plug will only fit the outlet one way. If the plug does not fit fully into
the outlet, try reversing it. If there is still trouble inserting it, the user
should seek the services of a qualified electrician. Under no circum-
stances should the user attempt to defeat the polarization of the plug.
12.
Power-Cord Protection
– Power-supply cords should be routed so
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, especially near plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the appliance.
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A. An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
S3125A
13. Cleaning – The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended
by the manufacturer.
14.
Power Lines
– An outdoor antenna should be located away from
power lines.
15.
Nonuse Periods
– The power cord of the appliance should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
16.
Object and Liquid Entry
– Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through open-
ings.
17.
Damage Requiring Service
– The appliance should be serviced
by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance;
or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
18.
Servicing
– The user should not attempt to service the appliance
beyond that described in the operating instructions.All other servicing
should be referred to qualified service personnel.
19.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
– If an outside antenna is con-
nected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to
provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static
charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna dis-
charge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of the antenna-dis-
charge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode. See Figure 73.1.
FIGURE 73.1:
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
GROUND CLAMPS
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A
“WARNING”
“TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS-
TURE.”
CAUTION:
“TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SER-
VICE 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 suffi-
cient 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
product.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS
OUVRIR
AVIS

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Precautions
1. Warranty Claim
You can find the serial number on the rear panel. In case of war-
ranty claim, please report this number.
2. Recording Copyright
Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is
illegal without permission of the copyright holder.
3. AC Fuse
The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user-serviceable.
If power does not come on, contact your Onkyo authorized service
station.
4. Care
From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and
the cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth
in a weak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry,
and wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately with a clean
cloth. Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemi-
cal solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or
remove the panel lettering.
5. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME,
READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
● The voltage of the available power supply differs according to
country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the
area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage
(e.g., AC230V 50Hz or AC120V 60Hz) written on the rear
panel.
Models Equipped with a Voltage Selector
●
Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to con-
form to local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch to
match the voltage of the power supply in your area before
plugging in the unit.
Memory Preservation
This unit does not require memory preservation batteries. A
built-in memory power back-up system preserves the contents
of the memory during power failures and even when the unit is
unplugged. The unit must be plugged in order to charge the
back-up system.
The memory preservation period after the unit has been
unplugged varies depending on climate and placement of the
unit. On the average, memory contents are protected over a
period of a few weeks after the last time the unit has been
unplugged. This period is shorter when the unit is exposed to a
highly humid climate.
For U.S. model
Note to CATV system installer:
● This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guide-
lines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
For Canadian model
Modele pour les Canadien
●
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.
●
Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée.
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLEC-
TRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA
FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA
PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
For Europen model
For British model
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 appliance may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the termi-
nals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal
in the plug which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the ter-
minal in the plug which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
IMPORTANT
A 5 amp fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be
replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5
amps and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362. Check
for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR
THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE
SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND
DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE
ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED
INTO ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.
If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.
Declaration of Conformity
We, ONKYO EUROPE
ELECTRONICS GmbH
INDUSTRIESTRASSE 20
82110 GERMERING,
GERMANY
declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described
in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding
technical standards such as EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2, -3-3
and EN60065
GERMERING, GERMANY
ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH
K.OTSU

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Features
Power output:
European models:
Stereo mode
2 × 60 watts at 6 ohms (DIN)
Surround mode
Front L/R and Center Channels
3 × 50 watts at 6 ohms (DIN)
Rear Channels (Rear channel only driven)
15 watts + 15 watts at 6 ohms (DIN)
Asian models:
Stereo mode
2 × 80 watts at 6 ohms, 1 kHz (EIAJ)
Surround mode
Front L/R and Center Channels
3 × 65 watts at 6 ohms, 1 kHz (EIAJ)
Rear Channels (Rear channel only driven)
20 watts + 20 watts at 6 ohms, 1 kHz (EIAJ)
●
Dolby* Pro Logic and Hall Surround mode for spacious
sound
● All channels boast discrete output stage circuits (extremely
rare in this receiver class) for accurate high-current, low-
impedance drive
●
Costly, high-quality parts such as large power transistors,
oversized transformer and a heavy-duty, one-piece, extruded
heat sink enhance low-impedance drive capability
●
Dedicated line-level subwoofer output
●
4 Audio and 2 AV inputs accommodate a complete AV system
●
A/B Speaker selector and outputs
● Tape monitor
●
Adjustable digital delay
● 30 FM/AM random presets
●
Preset scan tuning
● 3 Station group presets (10 stations per group)
●
RDS with PS (European models only)
●
Direct access tuning
●
Motor-driven, precision 4-gang volume control
●
Headphone jack
● Audio mute, sleep timer (via remote)
●
Battery-free memory backup
● Compatible remote controller
*Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. ©1992-1997 Dolby
Laboratories, Inc.All rights reserved.
Supplied accessories
Check that the following accessories are supplied with this unit.
The number of each supplied accessory is indicated in parenthe-
ses.
Remote controller (RC-383M) (1) T-shaped FM antenna (1)
Batteries (size AA, R6, or UM-3) (2)
AM loop antenna (1)
(worldwide and some other models) (some worldwidemodels only)
75/300 ohm antenna CV plug (Shape may vary
adaptor (1) according to the area where
purchased.) (1)

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Before operating this unit
1. Determine the proper voltage for your
area: 220-230 V or 120 V.
2. If the setting on the voltage selector is
not correct, insert a screwdriver into the
groove in the switch and slide the
switch completely to the right (120 V)
or the left (220-230 V), whichever is
appropriate.
The worldwide model is equipped with a
switch that controls the AM (9 kHz/
10 kHz) band tuning steps.
Please set this switch to match the tuning
step frequency in your area.
U.S. & Canada: 10 kHz
Other areas: 9 kHz
The following information will help you
get optimal use from the remote controller.
● Place this unit away from direct bright
light which can prevent proper opera-
tion of the remote controller.
●
Make sure audio rack doors do not have
tinted glass. Placing this unit behind
such a door may prevent proper remote
controller operation.
Remove the battery compartment cover by
opening it as shown in the illustration.
Load two AA (R6 or UM-3)-size batteries
into the remote controller with the plus (+)
and minus (–) terminals positioned as indi-
cated by the diagram inside the battery
compartment, then close the cover.
●
Remove empty batteries immediately to
avoid corrosion damage.
● To avoid potential corrosion damage,
never mix old batteries with new ones.
●
The manganese batteries supplied with
this unit have a service life of approxi-
mately six months, depending on the
frequency of use.
●
The TX-SV353 comes equipped with
two AA (R6 or UM-3) manganese bat-
teries, but we recommend that long-life
AA (LR6 or AM-3) size alkaline batter-
ies be used when replacing the batteries.
Setting the voltage selector
(worldwide model only)
Setting the AM tuning step
frequency
(worldwide model only)
Using the remote controller
Loading the batteries
PHONO CD TV/AUX TAPE
GND
R
L
R
L
ANTENNA
FM
75Ω
AM
(PLAY)
INPUT
(REC)
OUTPUT
VIDEO-1
VIDEO-1
INPUT
INPUT
VIDEO-2
VIDEO-2
INPUT
INPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
MONITOR
OUTPUT
V V
SUB-
WOOFER
PRE OUT
WARNING
RISKOF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DONOT OPEN
AVIS
RISQUEDE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NEPAS OUVRIR
FRONT SPEAKERS
L
L
R
R
REAR SPEAKERS CENTER
SPEAKERL
R
A
B
A
B
RATING:
AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL
RECEIVER
MODEL NO. TX-SV353
120V220-230V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
REMOTE
CONTROL AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX.
10kHz
9kHz
AM FREQ. STEP
MANUFACTUREDUNDER LICENSE FROM DOLBY
LABORATORIESLICENSING CORPORATION.
“DOLBY”,THE COUBLE-D SYMBOL AND “PRO LOGIC”
ARETRADEMARKS OF DOLBY LABORATORIES
LICENSING CORPORATION.
CAUTION: SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
FRONTA OR B: 6OHMS MIN. / SPEAKER
FRONTA+B: 12 OHMS MIN. / SPEAKER
CENTER / REAR: 6 OHMS MIN. / SPEAKER
PHONO CD TV/AUX TAPE
GND
R
L
R
L
ANTENNA
FM
75Ω
AM
(PLAY)
INPUT
(REC)
OUTPUT
VIDEO-1
VIDEO-1
INPUT
INPUT
VIDEO-2
VIDEO-2
INPUT
INPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
MONITOR
OUTPUT
V V
SUB-
WOOFER
PRE OUT
WARNING
RISKOF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DONOT OPEN
AVIS
RISQUEDE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NEPAS OUVRIR
FRONT SPEAKERS
L
L
R
R
REAR SPEAKERS CENTER
SPEAKERL
R
A
B
A
B
RATING:
AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL
RECEIVER
MODEL NO. TX-SV353
120V220-230V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
REMOTE
CONTROL AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX.
10kHz
9kHz
AM FREQ. STEP
MANUFACTUREDUNDER LICENSE FROM DOLBY
LABORATORIESLICENSING CORPORATION.
“DOLBY”,THE COUBLE-D SYMBOL AND “PRO LOGIC”
ARETRADEMARKS OF DOLBY LABORATORIES
LICENSING CORPORATION.
CAUTION: SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
FRONTA OR B: 6OHMS MIN. / SPEAKER
FRONTA+B: 12 OHMS MIN. / SPEAKER
CENTER / REAR: 6 OHMS MIN. / SPEAKER
120V220-230V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
10kHz
9kHz
AM FREQ. STEP
30˚ 30˚
Insert the batteries into the remote controller according to the illustration.
1 2 3
TX-SV353
Remote controller sensor
STAND-BY indicator
approx. 5 m
(16 feet)

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Connecting audio equipment
PHONO CD TV/AUX TAPE
GND
R
L
R
L
ANTENNA
FM
75Ω
AM
(PLAY)
INPUT
(REC)
OUTPUT
VIDEO-1
VIDEO-1
INPUT
INPUT
VIDEO-2
VIDEO-2
INPUT
INPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
MONITOR
OUTPUT
V V
SUB-
WOOFER
PRE OUT
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AVIS
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
FRONT SPEAKERS
L
L
R
R
REAR SPEAKERS CENTER
SPEAKERL
R
A
B
A
B
RATING:
AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL
RECEIVER
MODEL NO. TX-SV353
120V220-230V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
REMOTE
CONTROL AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX.
10kHz
9kHz
AM FREQ. STEP
MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DOLBY
LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.
“DOLBY”,THE COUBLE-D SYMBOL AND “PRO LOGIC”
ARETRADEMARKS OF DOLBY LABORATORIES
LICENSING CORPORATION.
CAUTION: SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
FRONT A OR B: 6 OHMS MIN. / SPEAKER
FRONT A+B:12 OHMS MIN./ SPEAKER
CENTER / REAR: 6 OHMS MIN. / SPEAKER
OUTPUT RL RL RL
LINE IN LINE OUT
PHONO
OUT
●Refer to the instruction manual of each component when making connections.
●On each pair of connectors, the lower connector (red and marked R) corresponds to
the right channel and the upper connector (white and marked L) to the left channel.
●Insert the plugs and connectors securely. Remember that improper connection can
result noise, poor performance, or damage to the equipment.
To wall outlet
CAUTION:
Do not plug in the power
cord until all connec-
tions have been made.
Turntable
CD player Tape deck
L (Left)
R (Right)
L
R
Improper connection
Insert completely
Cassette tape decks and compact disc players equipped with
an Onkyo connector can be operated using the remote
controller included with this unit.
To enable remote controller operation of other components,
connect the remote controller cable as shown at the left.
NOTE:
● To enable proper remote controller operation, both the
cables and the audio cables must be connected to the
units.
●
This unit’s remote controller cannot be used to control
Onkyo turntables.
●
An remote controller cable equipped with 1/8” (3.5
mm) mini jacks is included with any other component
installed with an connector.
The direct function feature
When a compact disc player and a tape deck with the
connector are connected together, you can use the direct
function feature.
When you operate the desired component (compact disc
player or tape deck), The TX-SV353 Input Selector automat-
ically switches to that component.
In this way, it is not necessary to operate the Input Selector
to change listening sources.
Remote controller connections
REMOTE
CONTROL AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX.
TX-SV353

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Connecting video equipment
Refer to the instruction manual for each component when making connections.
On each pair of connectors, the lower connector (red and marked R) corresponds to the
right channel and the upper connector (white and marked L) to the left channel.
Video cassette recorder
(Video-1)
Video cassette recorder
(Video-2) TV/monitor
If there is interference between the TV and the TX-SV353,
place the unit as far from the TV as possible. We do not
recommend the use of a common TV/FM antenna. (Refer
to Connecting antennas on page 10, 11.)
PHONO CD TV/AUX TAPE
GND
R
L
R
L
ANTENNA
FM
75Ω
AM
(PLAY)
INPUT
(REC)
OUTPUT
VIDEO-1
VIDEO-1
INPUT
INPUT
VIDEO-2
VIDEO-2
INPUT
INPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
MONITOR
OUTPUT
V V
SUB-
WOOFER
PRE OUT
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AVIS
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
FRONT SPEAKERS
L
L
R
R
REAR SPEAKERS CENTER
SPEAKERL
R
A
B
A
B
RATING:
AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL
RECEIVER
MODEL NO. TX-SV353
120V220-230V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
REMOTE
CONTROL AC OUTLETS
SWITCHED
TOTAL 100W MAX.
10kHz
9kHz
AM FREQ. STEP
MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DOLBY
LABORATORIES LICENSING CORPORATION.
“DOLBY”, THE COUBLE-D SYMBOL AND “PRO LOGIC”
ARE TRADEMARKS OF DOLBY LABORATORIES
LICENSING CORPORATION.
CAUTION: SPEAKER IMPEDANCE
FRONT A OR B: 6 OHMS MIN. / SPEAKER
FRONT A+B:12OHMS MIN. / SPEAKER
CENTER / REAR: 6 OHMS MIN. / SPEAKER
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT
L (Left)
R (Right)
L
R
The power to components connected to the SWITCHED outlets is
turned on and off via the POWER button on the remote controller.
(Note: The remote controller cannot be used when the SYSTEM
switch on the front panel is set to OFF.)
NOTE:
● The shape, number and total capacity of the AC outlets may
differ according to the model and the area in which the unit
was purchased. Be careful that other components connected to
this unit do not exceed the capacity that is printed on the rear
panel above the AC outlets.
AC outlet connections

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Connecting speakers
●
Please connect each speaker according to the illustration, observing the correct connections for R, L, + and –.
●
Do not use unnecessarily long or extremely thin speaker cables. If the DC resistance of the speaker cables is too high, the damping
factor will decrease, adversely affecting the sound quality.
Speaker Impedance
This unit is designed to produce optimum sound quality when speakers with impedances within the set ranges are connected. Please check
the following information and choose speakers with the necessary impedances for the connections.
FRONT SPEAKERS:
A or B:6 ohms min./speaker
A + B : 12 ohms min./speaker
CENTER SPEAKER: 6 ohms min.
REAR (SURROUND) SPEAKERS: 6 ohms min./speaker
1. Open the lever.
2. Twist wire ends very tight, and insert the
wire.
3. Close the lever.
Before making any connections, please refer
to the explanation of “Speaker impedance.”
Connecting speaker cables
123
15 mm
Front and Rear speakers
VIDEO-1
VIDEO-1
INPUT
INPUT
VIDEO-2
VIDEO-2
INPUT
INPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
MONITOR
OUTPUT
V V
SUB-
WOOFER
PRE OUT
AVIS
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
FRONT SPEAKERS
L
L
R
R
REAR SPEAKERS CENTER
SPEAKERL
R
A
B
A
B
●When using only one speaker or when you wish to listen to
monaural (mono), the single speaker should never be connected in
parallel to both the right and left channel terminals at once.
B terminals
Use these terminals to
connect a second pair
of front speakers.
+––+ +––+
RL RL
Rear (surround) Rear (surround)
Front LeftFront Right
Left SpeakerRight Speaker
SpeakerSpeaker
Center speaker and subwoofer
PHONO CD TV/AUX TAPE
GND
R
L
R
L
ANTENNA
FM
75Ω
AM
(PLAY)
INPUT
(REC)
OUTPUT
VIDEO-1
VIDEO-1
INPUT
INPUT
VIDEO-2
VIDEO-2
INPUT
INPUT
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
MONITOR
OUTPUT
V V
SUB-
WOOFER
PRE OUT
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
AVIS
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS OUVRIR
FRONT SPEAKERS
L
L
R
R
REAR SPEAKERS CENTER
SPEAKERL
R
A
B
A
B
The SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack can be connected to a
subwoofer amplifier, or to a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier.
●When using any unit connected to the SUBWOOFER PRE
OUT jack, set the SPEAKERS A button on the front panel
to ON.
Active Subwoofer
Center Speaker
Amplifier
Subwoofer
Note:
To prevent damage to circuitry, never short-
circuit the positive (+) and negative (–)
speaker wires.
NO

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Positioning speakers
Speaker placement plays an important role in the reproduction of Surround sound. The manner in which the speakers are placed varies
depending on the size of the room and the wall coverings used in the room. The illustration below shows an example of a layout for standard
speaker placement. Refer to this example when positioning the speakers in order to experience the best of Surround sound.
For ideal Surround effects, all speakers should be installed.
If a center speaker or subwoofer is not connected, the sound
from the unused channel is properly distributed to the con-
nected speakers in order to produce the best Surround sound
possible.
Front:
The left, right, and center speakers should face the seated lis-
tener and be placed at ear level. The center speaker produces
a richer sound image by enhancing the perception of the
sound’s source and movement.
Rear (surround):
Place the left and right Rear (surround) speakers 1 m (3 feet)
above the listener’s ear level and toward the sides of the
room, making sure that the listener is within the speakers’
dispersion angle. These speakers produce the feel of a mov-
ing sound while generating the sensation of being in the mid-
dle of the action.
Subwoofer:
Install a subwoofer with a built-in power amplifier for pow-
erful bass sounds. The placement of the subwoofer does not
affect the final quality of the sound image too much, so you
can install it with the room layout in mind.
Refer to the speaker instruction manual for more details.
Standard speaker placement
TV or Screen
Center
speaker
Rear (surround)
speaker
Right
Rear (surround)
speaker
Left Listener
Sub-
woofer
speaker
Front
speaker
Left
Front
speaker
Right
Connecting the power
Before plugging in the unit, confirm that all connections have been made properly.
Before turning on the power, be sure that the MASTER VOLUME control knob is fully turned counterclockwise.
Turning on this unit’s power may cause a momentary power surge, which might interfere with other electrical equipment, such as comput-
ers. If so, use a wall outlet on a different circuit.
After plugging the TX-SV353’s power cord into an AC out-
let, press the SYSTEM switch to put the unit in power-on sta-
tus (the unit can be operated and its display is lit). The remote
controller cannot be used to operate the TX-SV353 if the
SYSTEM switch is not set to ON.
When the SYSTEM switch is set to ON, pressing the POWER
button on the remote controller switches the TX-SV353
between stand-by status (the STAND-BY indicator is lit) and
power-on status (the display is lit).
Pressing the SYSTEM switch on the TX-SV353 to set it to
OFF turns off the unit. (When the SYSTEM switch is set to
OFF, only a small amount of power is used.)
SYSTEM switch
BALANCETREBLEBASS
SYSTEM
ON OFF
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
PHONES
DOLBYSURROUND
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Connecting antennas
1. Open the lever.
2. Insert the wire.
3. Close the lever.
Assemble the loop antenna as shown in the illustration.
(Refer to the next page for details on connecting the AM
loop antenna.)
Connecting the T-shaped antenna or 300 ohm ribbon
wire to the 75/300 ohm adaptor
Loosen the screws and wrap the wires around them. Then,
tighten the screws with a screwdriver.
Connecting the coaxial cable to the 75/300 ohm adaptor
1. With your fingernail or a small screwdriver, pull the stop-
pers outwards and remove the cover.
2. Remove the transformer wire A from slit B and insert it
into slit C.
3. Prepare the coaxial cable as shown in the illustration.
Connect the coaxial cable to the 75/300 ohm antenna
adaptor.
1Insert the end of the cable.
2Use pliers to pinch it and keep it in place.
4. Re-install the cover.
Do not use the same antenna for both FM and TV (or VCR)
reception since the FM and TV (or VCR) signals can inter-
fere with each other. If you must use a common FM/TV (or
VCR) antenna, use a directional linkage type splitter.
Antenna cables
AM loop antenna
75/300 ohm adaptor
(worldwide and some other models)
Directional linkage
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Insert into the slot.
Outdoor
FM/TV
antenna
Indoor
T-shaped
antenna
300 ohm
ribbon wire
✦✦✦
✦✦✦✦
✦
✦✦
✦
6
mm 3 mm 6 mm
15mm
2
1
Slit C
Slit B
Wire A
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Connecting antennas
Connecting the T-shaped FM antenna:
The T-shaped FM antenna is for indoor use only. Extend the
antenna and move it in various directions until the clearest
signal is received. Fix it with push pins or similar imple-
ments in the position that will cause the least amount of dis-
tortion.
If the reception is not very clear with the attached T-shaped
FM antenna, the use of an outdoor antenna is recommended.
Connecting the AM loop antenna:
The AM loop antenna is for indoor use only. Set it in the
direction and position where you receive the clearest sound.
Put it as far away as possible from the unit, TVs, speaker
cables, and power cords.
When reception is not satisfactory with the attached AM
loop antenna alone, connection of an outdoor antenna is rec-
ommended.
Please make sure that you follow the considerations below
regarding the location.
Keep the antenna away from noise sources (neon signs, busy
roads, etc.).
It is dangerous to put the antenna close to power lines. Keep
it well away from power lines, transformers, etc.
• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock,
grounding is necessary. Follow item 19 of the “Important
Safeguards” on page 2 when you install the outdoor
antenna.
The outdoor antenna will be more effective if it is stretched
horizontally above a window or outside.
• Do not remove the AM loop antenna.
• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock,
grounding is necessary. Follow item 19 of the “Important
Safeguards” on page 2 when you install the outdoor
antenna.
Connecting the included antennas
Connecting an FM outdoor antenna
Connecting an AM outdoor antenna
ANTENNA
FM
75Ω
AM
ANTENNA
FM
75Ω
AM
ANTENNA
FM
75Ω
AM
ANTENNA
FM
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Listening to your favorite source
1. Press the SPEAKERS A button.
SPEAKERS A indicator lights up.
2. Press the desired input selector button (e.g. PHONO).
The appropriate letters (e.g. PHONO) appear on the display.
Confirm that the TAPE MON. indicator is off when a
source other than the TAPE (MONITOR) has been
selected. Also check to make sure the audio muting is off.
3. Start the selected input source playing.
Follow the operating instructions of that unit.
4. Adjust the volume to appropriate level using the
MASTER VOLUME control knob or VOLUME
π(up)/†(down) buttons on the remote controller.
5. Adjust the tone controls for your desired tone.
SPEAKERS A: This button turns on or off the speakers con-
nected to the FRONT SPEAKERS A, CENTER SPEAKER
and REAR SPEAKERS terminals. When the speakers are
turned on, the SPEAKERS A indicator lights up.
SPEAKERS B: This button turns on or off the speakers con-
nected to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals. When the
speakers are turned on, the SPEAKERS B indicator lights up.
Note:
When the surround sound has been activated, you cannot use
A and B speakers simultaneously.
Treble and Bass are effectively only for the Front left and
right speakers.
The best results are obtained from DOLBY PRO LOGIC
Surround when the center and left and right front speakers
contain the same amounts of mid and high frequencies. As
the Treble and Bass control do not affect the Center speaker,
adjust the tone controls for the left and right front speakers to
match the sound given by the center speaker. Because of
this, we recommend the use of a good quality center speaker.
BASS: Adjust to strengthen or weaken bass response.
TREBLE: Adjust to strengthen or weaken treble response.
BALANCE: Adjust the relative volume levels of the right
and left front speaker systems and headphones.
Basic operations
Speaker selector
Adjusting the tone and balance
2 5
BALANCETREBLEBASS
SYSTEM
ON OFF
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
PHONES
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CENTER
MODE
SURROUND
MODE DELAY TIME TUNING DIRECTTUNINGDOWN UP
1
4
POWER SLEEP
TV/AUX VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
TAPE PHONO C D
INPUT SELECTOR
C D
DISC
VOLUME
DECK-B
TUNER
POWER
POWER
C H
DECK-A TUNER
PRESET
MUTING
LEVEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
TEST
TONE
CH SEL
SENDING/
LEARNED LEARN
SEND
GROUP
SUR
MODE
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
MULTI-CH
INPUT
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2
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
BALANCE
LR
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Listening to your favorite source
You can connect stereo headphones with a
standard stereo jack plug to the PHONES
jack. The sound heard through the head-
phones is the same sound that can be heard
from the Front speakers, although it may be
slightly different from what is heard from
the speakers when the Surround mode is
used. (The sound from the headphones may
seem a little distant.)
Headphones
PHONES
Press the MUTING button on the remote
controller.
This button temporarily switches off the
sound from the speakers or headphones.
The AUDIO MUTE indicator will flash.
To cancel,
●press the MUTING button again, or
●turn the power off, then on.
Temporary muting
SPEAKERS A B
VIDEO
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TAPE MON. AUDIO MUTE 3-DB
TV/AUX VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
TAPE PHONO C D
INPUT
SELECTOR
C D
DISC
VOLUME
DECK-B
TUNER
POWER
POWER
C H
DECK-A TUNER
PRESET
MUTING
LEVEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
TEST
TONE
CH SEL
GROUP
SUR
MODE
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
MULTI CH
INPUT
RC-383M
The sleep timer can power off the system
after a specified time period.
To operate this function, use the remote
controller supplied with your TX-SV353.
1. Start playing the source to which you
would like to listen (CD, tape or radio
broadcast).
2. Set the amount of time after which
you want the system to turn off.
The sleep timer works for up to 90 minutes.
You can shorten the timer in 10 minute
increments by pressing the SLEEP button
until the desired time has been reached.
When the set time arrives, the power will
be switched off automatically.
Cancelling the sleep setting
Press the SLEEP button until it changes to
the source display to which you are listen-
ing.
or
The timer can also be cancelled while it is
in operation by turning off the power.
Sleep facility
90 80 70
Cancel 10 20
VIDEO 2 SLEEP
POWER SLEEP
TV/AUX VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
TAPE PHONO C D
INPUT SELECTOR
C D
DISC
VOLUME
DECK-B
TUNER
POWER
POWER
C H
DECK-A TUNER
PRESET
MUTING
LEVEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
TEST
TONE
CH SEL
SENDING/
LEARNED LEARN
SEND
GROUP
SUR
MODE
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
MULTI-CH
INPUT
RC-383M
MIN
mSEC
CH dB

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Tuning in a radio station
BALANCETREBLEBASS
SYSTEM
ON OFF
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
PHONES
DOLBY SURROUND
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VIDEO VCR
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AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER TX-SV353
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STAND-BY
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MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
CENTER
MODE
SURROUND
MODE DELAY TIME TUNING DIRECTTUNINGDOWN UP
TUNINGDOWN UP DIRECT TUNING
AM
FM MUTE / MODE
FM
Number buttons
1. Press either the FM or AM button on the main unit.
2. Change the frequency using the √√
√√ DOWN or UP ®® ®®
TUNING button.
Press the √DOWN TUNING button to decrease the fre-
quency and press the ®UP TUNING button to increase
the frequency.
The TUNED indicator in the display lights up when the
station is properly tuned in.
In FM, each press of a TUNING button changes the fre-
quency in 100 or 50 kHz steps; in AM, the frequency
changes in steps of 9 or 10 kHz, depending on the area
where the unit is used.
If a button is continuously held down for more than 0.5 sec-
onds while tuning an FM station, the frequencies are scanned
and tuning automatically stops when a broadcast is received.
1. Press either the FM or AM button on the main unit.
2. Press the DIRECT TUNING button.
“-- --” flashes in the display for 16 seconds.
3. While “-- --” flashes, enter the frequency using the
number buttons.
For example, to enter “88.10 MHz”, press the 8, 8, 1,
then 0/10 number buttons.
The TUNED indicator in the display lights up when the
station is properly tuned in.
If you enter a frequency that is out of range, the frequency
display will flash and the unit will return to the previous fre-
quency.
Worldwide models (in 10 kHz step mode):
Since the AM frequency changes in 10 kHz steps, any num-
ber entered in the 1 kHz digit position automatically changes
to 0.
If you tune in a stereo FM station, the STEREO indicator
lights up if the signal is sufficiently strong. If the signal is
weak, it may be impossible to tune in the station.
1. Press the FM MUTE/MODE button on the main unit.
The FM MUTE OFF indicator lights up. This changes
the broadcast to mono, so interstation noise can be heard.
2. Select the station to which you want to listen.
Manual tuning
Direct tuning
Tuning in an FM stereo radio station
AMFM
TUNINGDOWN UP
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DIRECT TUNING
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Using preset radio stations
BALANCETREBLEBASS
SYSTEM
ON OFF
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
PHONES
DOLBY SURROUND
PRO • LOGIC
AMFMTAPE(MONITOR)TV/AUX PHONO
/1VIDEO VDP /2
VIDEO VCR
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AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER TX-SV353
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C D
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STAND-BY
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MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
CENTER
MODE
SURROUND
MODE DELAY TIME TUNING DIRECTTUNINGDOWN UP
Number buttons
FM MUTE / MODEMEMORY
SCAN
GROUP
POWER SLEEP
TV/AUX VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
TAPE PHONO C D
INPUT SELECTOR
C D
DISC
VOLUME
DECK-B
TUNER
POWER
POWER
C H
DECK-A TUNER
PRESET
MUTING
LEVEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
TEST
TONE
CH SEL
SENDING/
LEARNED LEARN
SEND
GROUP
SUR
MODE
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
MULTI-CH
INPUT
RC-383M
πPRESET†
GROUP
1. Select the radio station frequency that you want to
store in the memory.
(Refer to Tuning in a radio station on page 14.)
2. Press the MEMORY button on the main unit.
The MEMORY indicator in the display lights up for 8
seconds.
3. While the MEMORY indicator is lit, continue press-
ing the GROUP button until the desired group is
selected.
With each press of the button, the group name shown on
the display changes one at a time in the following
sequence: A →B →C →A...
4. Enter the desired preset number using the number
buttons.
Press the 0/10 number button when choosing preset num-
ber 10.
NOTE (European models only):
If the selected FM station broadcasts RDS signals with a PS
(Program service name), the name of the station is displayed
instead of the frequency. If there is no PS, the frequency is
displayed.
First, select the tuner as the source by pressing the AM or
FM input selector button on the main unit.
1. Press the GROUP button until the desired group is
displayed.
2. Enter the desired preset number using the number
buttons or press the SCAN button to scan through the
preset stations.
If the SCAN button is pressed, each station stored in the
selected group will be played for 5 seconds. When the
desired station is found, press the SCAN button again to
stop scanning.
Remote controller operation
First, select the tuner as the source by pressing the TUNER
input selector button on the remote controller.
1. Press the GROUP button until the desired group is
displayed.
2. Press the PRESET (√or ®) button.
1. Select the station that you want to cancel.
(Refer to Selecting a preset station above.)
2. Hold down the MEMORY button on the main unit
and press the FM MUTE/MODE button.
“--” appears in the display.
Setting a preset station
Selecting a preset station
Cancelling preset stations
L
SPEAKERS A B FM MUTE
VIDEO
12
ON OFF TUNED SLEEP
kHz
MHz
MIN
mSEC
CH dB
GROUP
A B C
BANK
+
–
TAPE MON.
E
O
N
AUDIO MUTE STEREO3-DB MEMORY
R D S
MEMORY
L
SPEAKERS A B FM MUTE
VIDEO
12
ON OFF TUNED SLEEP
kHz
MHz
MIN
mSEC
CH dB
GROUP
A B C
BANK
+
–
TAPE MON.
C
E
O
N
AUDIO MUTE STEREO3-DB MEMORY
R D S
GROUP
L
SPEAKERS A B FM MUTE
VIDEO
12
ON OFF TUNED SLEEP
kHz
MHz
MIN
mSEC
CH dB
GROUP
A B C
BANK
+
–
TAPE MON.
E
O
N
AUDIO MUTE STEREO3-DB MEMORY
R D S
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GROUP
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SCAN
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Selecting a Surround mode
Since the TX-SV353 is equipped with a front amplifier, center amplifier, and a rear (surround) amplifier, all Dolby Pro Logic Surround
effects can be produced. When using video cassette tapes or video discs that have the DOLBY STEREO or DOLBY SURROUND trade
mark, you can enjoy the feeling of a movie theater in your own room. When reproducing these effects, placement of the rear (surround)
speakers is important for optimum sound quality in your room.
For best results with Dolby Pro Logic Surround, use the test tone to adjust the volume of all speakers to the same level.
Surround system
BALANCETREBLEBASS
SYSTEM
ON OFF
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
PHONES
DOLBY SURROUND
PRO • LOGIC
AMFMTAPE(MONITOR)TV/AUX PHONO
/1VIDEO VDP /2
VIDEO VCR
MAXMIN
AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER TX-SV353
LR
C D
MASTER VOLUME
STAND-BY
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MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
CENTER
MODE
SURROUND
MODE DELAY TIME TUNING DIRECTTUNINGDOWN UP
1 62
POWER SLEEP
TV/AUX VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
TAPE PHONO C D
INPUT SELECTOR
C D
DISC
VOLUME
DECK-B
TUNER
POWER
POWER
C H
DECK-A TUNER
PRESET
MUTING
LEVEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
TEST
TONE
CH SEL
SENDING/
LEARNED LEARN
SEND
GROUP
SUR
MODE
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
MULTI-CH
INPUT
RC-383M
4
3, 5
Before operating: Be sure to turn on
SPEAKERS A and turn off SPEAKERS
B when listening to Dolby Pro Logic Sur-
round.
1. Select a source encoded with Dolby
Surround and use the SURROUND
MODE button to select DOLBY PRO
LOGIC mode.
2. Use the CENTER MODE button to
select a center mode.
When the button is pressed, the mode
will change as shown below.
(Refer to page 17 for details of these
modes.)
3. Press the TEST TONE button on the
remote controller.
(Refer to Test Tone on page 17 for
details.)
4. From your listening position, use the
remote controller to adjust the rela-
tive volume level of the test tone from
the different speakers.
Adjust the volume levels of all of the
speakers with the VOLUME π(up)
and †(down) buttons.
Press the CH SEL button on the remote
controller until CENTER is selected
and use the LEVEL πor †button to
adjust the center speaker level to match
the front left and right speaker levels.
Then press the CH SEL button on the
remote controller to select REAR and
use the LEVEL πor †button to
adjust the levels of the rear speakers.
●If the center mode is set to PHANTOM,
only REAR can be selected by the CH
SEL buttons.
5. Press the TEST TONE button again
and stop the pink noise.
6. Use the DELAY TIME button to set
the delay time.
(Refer to page 18 for details.)
Adjusting the speaker
volumes before enjoying
Dolby Pro Logic Surround
SURROUND
MODE
C D
DISC
VOLUME
DECK-B
POWER
DECK-A TUNER
PRESET
MUTING
LEVEL
TEST
TONE
CH SEL
GROUP
SUR
MODE
1
CENTER
MODE
2
TV/AUX VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
TAPE PHONO C D
INPUT
SELECTOR
C D
DISC
VOLUME
DECK-B
TUNER
POWER
POWER
C H
DECK-A TUNER
PRESET
MUTING
LEVEL
TEST
TONE
CH SEL
GROUP
SUR
MODE
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
MULTI-CH
INPUT
3
C D
DISC
VOLUME
DECK
-
B
DECK
-
ATUNER
PRESET
MUTING
LEVEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
TEST
TONE
CH SEL
GROUP
SUR
MODE
RC-383M
4TV/AUX VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
TAPE PHONO C D
INPUT SELECTOR
C D
DISC
VOLUME
DECK-B
TUNER
POWER
POWER
C H
DECK-A TUNER
PRESET
MUTING
LEVEL
TEST
TONE
CH SEL
GROUP
SUR
MODE
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
MULTI
-
CH
INPUT
5
DELAY TIME
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Selecting a Surround mode
Select a mode by pressing the SURROUND MODE button.
Make your choice of modes depending on the type of music you
are listening to, the media used, and your personal preference.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC: By using video tape and laser discs
with the Dolby Surround trade mark, you can decode four-
channel Surround sound.
HALL: Simulates the atmosphere of a concert hall. Intended
for classical music.
OFF: This mode is used when you do not wish to use the
Surround mode. All input sound is output from the front
speakers directly.
●The selected surround mode (Dolby Pro Logic, Hall or
Off) is automatically stored along with the selected
source. When the same source is subsequently selected,
the stored surround mode will be automatically recalled.
Surround Mode
SURROUND
MODE
POWER SLEEP
TV/AUX VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
TAPE PHONO C D
INPUT SELECTOR
C D
DISC
VOLUME
DECK-B
TUNER
POWER
POWER
C H
DECK-A TUNER
PRESET
MUTING
LEVEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
TEST
TONE
CH SEL
SENDING/
LEARNED LEARN
SEND
GROUP
SUR
MODE
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
MULTI-CH
INPUT
RC-383M
OFF LIVE HALL
SPEAKERS A B
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
SURROUND MODE
KARAOKE KEY CON
Use the test tone to adjust the volume level of each of the
speakers before using Dolby Pro Logic Surround.
The test tone (pink noise) is produced by each speaker in
turn so you can match the volume levels of the Front, Center
and Rear speakers. The test tone cycling sequence depends
on the center mode settings, as follows:
If CENTER MODE is NORMAL or WIDEBAND:
If CENTER MODE is PHANTOM:
Because the Center speaker plays such an important part in
Dolby Pro Logic Surround, three different modes are avail-
able for it, depending on the speaker size.
Select a mode by pressing the CENTER MODE button.
NORMAL: Use this setting when using a Center speaker
smaller than the Front left and right speakers.
WIDEBAND: Use this setting when using a Center speaker
similar to the Front left and right speakers in size and power.
PHANTOM: Use this setting when a Center speaker is not
present.
●When you press the CENTER MODE button, the name
of each mode will be shown on the display for 3 seconds
in turn.
Test Tone
Center Mode
TAPE PHONO C
D
C D
DISC
VOLUME
DECK-B
TUNER
POWER
POWER
C H
DECK-A TUNER
PRESET
MUTING
LEVEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
TEST
TONE
CH SEL
GROUP
SUR
MODE
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
RC-383M
OFF LIVE HALL
SPEAKERS A B FM MUTE
VIDEO
2
ON OFF TUNED SLEEP
kHz
MHz
MIN
mSEC
CH dB
GROUP
A B C
BANK
+
–
TAPE MON.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
SURROUND MODE
KARAOKE KEY CON
AUDIO MUTE STEREO3-DB MEMORY
R D S
Front Left Center Front Right Rear (Surround)
Front Left Front Right Rear (Surround)
CENTER
MODE
Center
Front L ch. Front R ch.
Rear (surround) L ch. Rear (surround) R ch.
Center
Front L ch. Front R ch.
Rear (surround) L ch. Rear (surround) R ch.
Front L ch. Front R ch.
Rear (surround) L ch. Rear (surround) R ch.
PHANTOM
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Selecting a Surround mode
BALANCETREBLEBASS
SYSTEM
ON OFF
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
PHONES
DOLBY SURROUND
PRO • LOGIC
AMFMTAPE(MONITOR)TV/AUX PHONO
/1VIDEO VDP /2
VIDEO VCR
MAXMIN
AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER TX-SV353
LR
C D
MASTER VOLUME
STAND-BY
123
456
789
GROUP 0/10 SCAN
MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
CENTER
MODE
SURROUND
MODE DELAY TIME TUNING DIRECTTUNINGDOWN UP
1 DELAY TIME 42
POWER SLEEP
TV/AUX VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2
TAPE PHONO C D
INPUT SELECTOR
C D
DISC
VOLUME
DECK-B
TUNER
POWER
POWER
C H
DECK-A TUNER
PRESET
MUTING
LEVEL
REMOTE CONTROLLER
TEST
TONE
CH SEL
SENDING/
LEARNED LEARN
SEND
GROUP
SUR
MODE
PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO
MULTI-CH
INPUT
RC-383M
1
4
1. Use the SURROUND MODE button
to select the surround mode.
Select DOLBY PRO LOGIC or HALL.
(Refer to page 17 for details of the Sur-
round modes.)
2. If DOLBY PRO LOGIC was selected
in step 1, use the CENTER MODE
button to select the center mode.
3. If DOLBY PRO LOGIC was selected
in step 1, play a Dolby Surround-
encoded source.
4. Adjust the MASTER VOLUME con-
trol knob.
●Treble, Bass and Balance controls are
effective only for the Front left and
right speakers. The best effect from
Dolby Pro Logic Surround can be
obtained when equal settings are used
for the sound from the L/R front speak-
ers and the sound from the center
speaker for the middle and treble
ranges.
You can change the delay time for the
sound from the rear (surround) speakers.
Pressing the DELAY TIME button changes
the delay time every 5 msec during a period
of 15 to 30 msec in Dolby Pro Logic and
every 5 msec during a period of 5 to 30 msec
in Hall. Dolby Surround delay time is speci-
fied at 20 msec. It is recommended that ini-
tial Dolby Surround delay time be set at 20
msec, and adjusted to either 15 or 30 possi-
ble via the control. By adjusting the delay
time, and carefully adjusting Master Volume
Level, Center Volume Level and Rear Vol-
ume Level, the apparent acoustic size of
your listening room can be enlarged or
deduced. Adjustable delay time allows you
to tailor the acoustic size of your listening
environment to match the sonic characteris-
tic spaces, such as concert halls, cathedrals,
etc. Use a shorter delay to simulate the size
of a small club or cabaret. Respective delay
time can be memorized for each surround
mode.
●When you press the DELAY TIME but-
ton, DELAY and the delay time will be
shown for 3 seconds on the display.
Enjoying a Surround Mode
Delay Time
1SURROUND
MODE
2CENTER
MODE
4
MAXMIN
MASTER VOLUME
DELAY TIME
OFF LIVE HALL
SPEAKERS A B FM MUTE
ON
OFF TUNED SLEEP
kHz
MHz
MIN
mSEC
CH dB
GROUP
A B C
BANK
+
–
TAPE MON.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
SURROUND MODE
KARAOKE KEY CON
AUDIO MUTE STEREO3-DB MEMORY
R D S
VIDEO
2

19
Recording a source
Please read the instruction manuals con-
cerning the operation of each unit.
1. Insert a blank tape into the tape deck.
2. Press the input selector button for the
source from which you want to
record.
●When VIDEO-1/VDP or VIDEO-2/
VCR is selected, it will (naturally) only
record the audio.
●When FM or AM is selected, set the
tuner to the station from which you
want to record from.
3. Put the tape deck in the recording
mode. Begin playing the source.
Set the proper recording level using the
controls on the tape deck used for record-
ing. Also, if any controls (bass, treble etc.)
on this unit are changed during recording
operation, the tone effects will not change.
If a monitor is being used, refer to page 20.
Recording an audio source
Tape deck
(TAPE (MONITOR))
Turntable
VCR, VDP
CD player
1·3 3
BALANCETREBLEBASS
SYSTEM
ON OFF
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
PHONES
DOLBY SURROUND
PRO • LOGIC
AMFMTAPE(MONITOR)TV/AUX PHONO
/1VIDEO VDP /2
VIDEO VCR
MAXMIN
AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER TX-SV353
LR
C D
MASTER VOLUME
STAND-BY
123
456
789
GROUP 0/10 SCAN
MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
CENTER
MODE
SURROUND
MODE DELAY TIME TUNING DIRECTTUNINGDOWN UP
2
2
VIDEO-1/VDP VIDEO-2/VCR AMFMTAPE(MONITOR)TV/AUX PHONO C D
1. Insert the LD or tape that you want
to record into the VDP or VCR con-
nected to VIDEO-1.
2. Insert a blank video tape in the VCR
connected to VIDEO-2.
3. Press the VIDEO-1/VDP button.
4. Begin playback of the video con-
nected to VIDEO-1 and start record-
ing on VIDEO-2.
Adding new sound to a video tape during
video editing
During video tape editing, you can add the
desired sound to the recording VCR from
various audio program sources.
Perform steps 1. through 3. above, then
complete the steps below.
4. Select the audio program source (TV/
AUX, TAPE, FM, AM, PHONO,
CD).
5. Begin playback of the video con-
nected to the VIDEO-1 and also start
the sound source, then start record-
ing on the VIDEO-2/VCR.
Refer to the video disc player, video cam-
corder, or VCR instruction manuals for
additional information.
Video disc player (or video
camcorder) to VCR recording
VCR
(VIDEO-2) VDP (VIDEO-1)
2·4 1·4
BALANCETREBLEBASS
SYSTEM
ON OFF
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
PHONES
DOLBY SURROUND
PRO • LOGIC
AMFMTAPE(MONITOR)TV/AUX PHONO
/1VIDEO VDP /2
VIDEO VCR
MAXMIN
AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER TX-SV353
LR
C D
MASTER VOLUME
STAND-BY
123
456
789
GROUP 0/10 SCAN
MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
CENTER
MODE
SURROUND
MODE DELAY TIME TUNING DIRECTTUNINGDOWN UP
3

20
Using TAPE (MONITOR) Button
Connect the graphic equalizer to the TAPE
jacks on the rear panel.
If a tape deck is used, connect it to the tape
jacks on the graphic equalizer.
While pressing the button for the source
that you wish to equalize and listen to,
press the TAPE (MONITOR) button.
The indicator lights up.
Follow the graphic equalizer operating
instructions.
To record an equalized signal, use the tape
deck connected to the equalizer for record-
ing.
To turn the indicator off,
press the TAPE (MONITOR) button while
pressing the button for the source.
CAUTION:
●Do not use a Surround mode together
with the equalizer. This will result in
distortion and possible damage to Sur-
round decoder circuitry.
If a 3-head tape deck is connected to this
unit, the recording can be monitored.
If the indicator is not lit, the
sound from the source (the sound that has
not yet been recorded) is heard.
If the indicator is lit, the
sound that has just been recorded can be
heard.
To turn the indicator on
or off, press the TAPE (MONITOR) but-
ton while simultaneously pressing the
input selector button for the desired
source.
Using a graphic equalizer
To monitor during recording
OFF LIVE HALL
SPEAKERS A B FM MUTE
ON
OFF TUNED SLEEP
kHz
MHz
MIN
mSEC
CH dB
GROUP
A B C
BANK
+
–
TAPE MON.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
SURROUND MODE
KARAOKE KEY CON
AUDIO MUTE STEREO3-DB MEMORY
R D S
OFF LIVE HALL
SPEAKERS A B FM MUTE
ON
OFF TUNED SLEEP
kHz
MHz
MIN
mSEC
CH dB
GROUP
A B C
BANK
+
–
TAPE MON.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
SURROUND MODE
KARAOKE KEY CON
AUDIO MUTE STEREO3-DB MEMORY
R D S
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
2
VIDEO-1/VDP VIDEO-2/VCR AMFMTAPE(MONITOR)TV/AUX PHONO C D
5 second after
TAPE MON.
TAPE MON.
SPEAKERS A B FM MUTE
ON
OFF TUNED SLEEP
kHz
MHz +
–
TAPE MON. AUDIO MUTE STEREO3-DB MEMORY
R D S
OFF LIVE HALL
SPEAKERS A B
TAPE MON.
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
SURROUND MODE
KARAOKE KEY CON
AUDIO MUTE
3-DB
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
2
VIDEO-1/VDP VIDEO-2/VCR AMFMTAPE(MONITOR)TV/AUX PHONO C D
Not litLit
TAPE MON.
TAPE MON.
TAPE MON.