Onkyo TX-8211 User manual

ONKYO.
TX-8211
FM Stereo/AM Receiver
Instruction Manual

Thank
YOU for purchasing the Onkyo
TX-8211 FM Stereo/AM Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making con-
nections and operating the unit.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new Receiver.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Features
@ Power output
USA & Canadian models:
50 watts per channel, min RMS, at 8 ohms, both
channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with no
more than 0.08% THD.
European models: ,
2x 70 watts at 4 ohms, 1 kHz (DIN)
Asian models:
2 x 90 watts at 4 ohms, | KHz (EIAJ)
@ Discrete output stage circuits for true high-current,
low-impedance drive
M@ Costly, high-quality parts such as large power tran-
sistors, an oversized isolated transformer and heavy-
duty extruded heat sink makes it possible to accu-
rately and effortlessly drive 4-ohm speakers (rare for
a receiver)
@ 4 Audio inputs
@ A/B Speaker selector and outputs
@ Cassette tape dubbing capability
@ Selective tone control
M@ 2-Mode APR (Automatic Precision Reception) (local/
DX, auto/mono)
@ 30 FM/AM random presets
@ Preset scan tuning
@ 3 Station group presets (10 stations per group)
@ RDS with PS, PTY, RT, TP (European and some
other models only)
@ Direct access tuning
HB Motor-driven, precision volume control
@ Headphone jack
@ Audio mute, sleep timer (via remote)
@ Battery-free memory backup
@ New non-resonant feet
@ New slip-free rotary volume knob
@ Rt Compatible remote control
’ FOR U.S.A. MODEL *
Note to CATV system installer:
e 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 :4/'¢.,..
~ POUR LEMODELE CANADIEN’
e@ 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.
e Sur les modéles dont lit fiche est polarisée.
ATTENTION: pPouR EVITER LES CHOCS ELEC-
TRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA
FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA
PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
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Declaration of Conformity
We, ONKYO EUROPE
ELECTRONICS GMBH
INDUSTRIESTRASSE 18/20
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,EN60555-2,
EN60065
GERMERING,GERMANY = Cem
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ATTENTION
FOR
BRITISHMODEL.
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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 termi-
nal
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 inark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
I¥ 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.
[fin any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

“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.”
Important safeguards
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6A.
Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operat-
ing instructions should be adhered to.
Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
Water and Moisture - The appliance shoukl not be used near
water — for example, near a bathtub, washbow!, kitchen sink, laundry
tub, ina wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a cart
or sttnd that is recommended by the manufacturer.
An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces muy cause the applianee
and cart combinition to overturn,
PONTABLE CART WARNING
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Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to
a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
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,’sofi, rug, or similar sur
face 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 ventifition openings, there should be free space of it
least 20 cm and opea up bebind the appliance,
Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including
amplifiers) that produce heat,
. Power Sources - The appliance should be connceted to a power
supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as
marked on the applitnce.
. 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 sufety feature, The polarized
plug will only fit the outlet one way. I! the plug does not fit fully into
the outlet, try reversing il, 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.
. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed so
that they ure 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.
. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only ats recommended
by the manufacturer.
19,
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
@ The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of “dangerous voltage” within lhe:
i WARNING
product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magni-
tude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presenco of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying lhe
product.
Power Lines — An outdoor antenna should be located away from
power lines.
. Nonuse Periods — The power cord of the appliance should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time,
. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects
do not fal! and fiquids are not spilled into the enclosure through open-
ings.
. 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.
. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance
beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing
should be referred to quatified service personnel.
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 vollage surges and built up static
charges, Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NEPA 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, focation of the antenna-dis-
charge unil, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode, See Figure 73.1.
KIGURE 73.1:
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS) PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
_ ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
* ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT. GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
{NEC SECTION 810-21)
~==—— GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SEAVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
S2898A

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.
e@ Some models are designed for use only with the power supply
voltage of the region where they are sold.
European and Australian models:AC 230V, SOHz
U.S. and Canadian models: AC 120V, 60Hz
Worldwide model: AC 220-230V/!20V switchable,
S0/60Hz
Other: AC 220V, 60Hz
e@ Voltage Selector (Rear Panel)
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, (See page 5.) Models without a voltage
selector can only be used in areas where the power supply is
the same as that of the unit.
@ The power does not shut off completely by just turning the
power off, So power cord should be removed from AC outlet
when not in use for a prolonged time.
Memory Preservation
This unit does not require memory preservation batteries. A built-in
memory power back-up system preserves the contents of the mem-
ory 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 aver-
age, Memory contents are protected over a period of a few weeks
after the last time the unit has been unplugged. ‘This period ts
shorter when the unit is exposed to a highly humid clHate.
Supplied accessories
Remote control RC-330S (1)
Battery (size AA, R6, or UM-3) (2)
AM loop antenna (1) T-shaped FM antenna (1)
(worldwide and some other models)
75/300 ohm
antenna adaptor (1)
(worldwide model only)
Conversion plug
(Shape may vary
according to the area
where purchased.) (1)

Before operating this unit
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
220-230V™ re 120V™
TUNER FREQ,
eal,
Insert the batteries into the remote contro! according to the illustration.
Remote sensor
STAND-BY indicator ——
approx. 5m
(16 feet)
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Setting the Voltage selector
(worldwide model only) |
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|, Determine the proper voltage for your
wea: 220 ~ 230 V or 120 V.
If the setting on the voltage selector is
Not correct, insert a screwdriver ito the
groove in the switch and slide the
switch completely to the right (120 V)
or the left (220 ~ 230 V), whichever is
appropriate.
Nn
" Setting: the’ tuning: step
_ frequency’ ’ =
= (worldwide model only) :
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The worldwide model ‘is equipped with a
switch that controls the AM (9 kH¢/
10 KHz) band tuning steps.
Please set this switch to match the tuning
step frequency in your area,
U.S. & Canada: USA
Other areas: OTHER
Using the remote control ®
The following information will help you
get optimal use from the remote control,
e Place this unit away from direct bright
light which can prevent proper opera-
tion of the remote control.
e@ Mike sure audio rack doors do not have
tinted glass, Placing this unit’ behind
such a door may prevent proper remote
control operation.
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Loading the batteries: - °°,
Remove the battery compartment cover by
opening it as shown in the illtistration.
Load two AA (R6 or UM-3)-size batteries
into the remote control with the plus (+)
and minus (-) terminals positioned as indi-
cated by the diagram inside the battery
compartnent, then close the cover.
e Immediately remove empty batteries to
avoid corrosion damage.
e To avoid potential corrosion damage,
never mix old batteries with new ones,
e@ The manginese batteries supplied with
this unit have a service life of approxi-
mately six months, depending on the
frequency of use.
e The TX-8211 comes equipped with two
AA (R6 or UM-3) manganese batteries,
but we recommend that long-life AA
(LR6 or AM-3)-size alkaline batteries
be used when replacing the batteries.

Control positions and names
Other than USA & Canadian model
USA and Canadian model
1
For more information about buttons or
knobs, turn to the page number listed in [ ).
1, POWER (or SYSTEM) switch
[12]
2. SELECTIVE ‘FONE CONT
button [13]
3. STAND-BY indicator [12]
4, Remote sensor [5]
5. PVY/TP button [19]
(Only for uropean and some
_ other models)
6. DISPLAY button [19]
(Only for European and some
other models)
7. < DOWN, UP ® TUNING
buttons [15]
8. DIRECT TUNING button [15]
Display
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9, GROUP button [16, 17]
10. Number buttons [15-17]
11. SCAN button [17, 19]
12. FM MUTE/MODE button [16, 17]
13. MEMORY button [16, 17]
Id. VOLUME knob [13]
15. BALANCE control knob [13]
16. TREBLE control knob [13]
17. BASS control knob [13]
18. Input selector buttons [13]
19. SPEAKERS A/B buttons [13]
20. Headphone jack [14]
: Display a
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If there is a protective film on the surface
of the display which is making it difficult
to read the display, remove it.
a. APR indicators
b.
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T-2 MONITOR (Tape-2
Monitor) indicator
-. Speaker selector indicators
d.
AUDIO MUTE indicator
. Selective Tone Control indicator
FM MUTE ON/OFF indicator
. STEREO indicator
. TUNED indicator
. MEMORY indicator
. SLEEP indicator
» GROUP indicators
. Preset station/sleep dimer
display
RDS indicator (Only for
European and some other models)
. Multi function display

Control positions and names
1, ANTENNA terminals [11]
2. CD input connectors [8]
3. TAPE-L/INPUT/OUTPUT
connectors [8]
4. TAPE-2 INPUT/OUTPUT
connectors [8]
5. SPEAKERS terminals [9]
6. TUNER FREQ. (Tuning Step
Frequency) switch [5]
(Worldwide model only)
7,.R1 REMOTE CONTROL
connectors [8]
8. AC OUTLETS [9]
9, Power supply cord [12]
10. VOLTAGE SELECTOR [5]
(Worldwide model only)
11. PHONO input connectors [8]
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Remote
Control
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1. POWER button [12]
2. INPUT SELECTOR buttons
[13]
4. TUNER operation buttons [17]
GROUP : Group button
PRESET » :Preset memory up/
down buttons
|
POWER
SLEEP
6.
SLIEEP
button
[14]
C+, 6. SLEEP 7. MUTING button [14]
8. VOLUME &/¥ buttons [13]
When you have made the connections
mentioned on page 8, you will be able to
use the following buttons.
3. Tape deck operation buttons
(DECK-A, DECK-B)
~—« : Reverse play button
hairane a : Forward play button
(_ }——- 7. MUTING << : Fast rewind button
| | >> : Fast forward button
| : Stop button
@/it =: Ree/pause button
% When only a single deck is used,
operate DECK-B.
5. CD player operation buttons
REMOTE CONTROLLER = WC 3303
(CD)
| Stop button
iW : Pause button
ae > Play button
I< : Down butten
pei Up button
DISC: Dise button for CD changer

Making system connections
Refer to the instruction manual of cach component when making connections.
pant . On each pair of connectors, the connector (red and marked R) corresponds to the right
< channel and the connector (white and marked L) to the left channel.
Turntable
To wall outlet
CAUTION:
Do not plug in the power
cord until all connections
have been made.
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Cassette tape decks and a compact disc player that are equipped
with an Onkyo RE connector can be operated using the remote
control included with this unit.
To enable remote control operation of other components, connect
the remote control cable as shown at the left.
NOTE:
e To enable propér remote control operation, both the RI cables
and the audio cables must be connected to the units.
e This unit’s remote control cannot be used to contra! Onkyo
turntables.
e AnRlI remote control cable equipped with 1/8” (3.5 mm) mini
jacks is included with any other component installed with an
RI connector,

Making system connections
The power to components connected iq the
SWITCHED outlet is turned on and off
using the POWER switch (or the SYSTEM .
switch on models other than USA and
Canadian models) on the front panel and
remote control,
NOTE:
@ The shape, number and total capacity of
the AC outlets may differ according to
the model and the area where the unit is
purchased. Be careful that other compo-
nents connected to this unit do not
USA and Canadian exceed the capacity that is printed on
models Capacity is the rear pane! above the AC outlets.
European and worldwide models total 120 watts e (For the European model)
Capacity is total 100 watts The remote control cannot be used
when the SYSTEM switch on the front
panel is set to OFF.
- Connecting the speake
cables Pe
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 explaination of “Speaker imped-
ance”,
SPEAKER A SPEAKER A
SPEAKER B SPEAKER B = Speaker Impedance
: The load impedance of each speaker sys-
tem connected to this unit must be at least 4
ohms. (If using only A or only B, 4 ohms
min.; if A and B, 8 ohms min.)
You can connect two separate pairs of
speaker systems.
Please connect each speaker according to
the illustration, observing the correct con-
nections for R, L, + and -.
e Do not use unnecessarily long or
CAUTION: extremely thin speaker leads. If the DC
SPEAKER IMPEDANCE resistance of the speaker leads is too
Aor B: high, the damping factor will decrease,
4 ohms min/speaker adversely affecting the sound quality.
A+B: : e When using only one speaker or when
8 ohms min/speaker you wish to listen to monaural (mono),
the single speaker should never be con-
nected in parallel to both the right and
lelt channel terminals at the same time,
To prevent damage to circuitry.
never short-circuit the positive (+)
and negative (-) speaker wires.

Connecting antennas
Insert into the slot.
Outdoor
FM/TV
antenna
300 ohm
ribbon wire
Directional linkage
type splitter
To TX-8211
To TV (or VCR)
1. Open the lever.
2. Twist wire ends very Ught, and insert
the wire.
3. Close the lever.
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AM
loop’antenna
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Assemble the loop antenna as shown in the
illustration. (Refer to the next page for
details on connecting the AM _ loop
antenna.)
5S eed ees : 5
t 75/300 ohim'adaptor=*- fs":
' (worldwide and some other 4
‘ models) <0 a
Connecting the 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 a small screwdriver, pull the stop-
pers outwards and remove the cover.
. 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 adap-
tor.
@ Insert the end of the cable.
@ Use pliers to pinch it and keep it in
place.
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4. Re-install the cover.
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i, Directional linkage . +
Do not use the same antenna for both FM
and TV (or VCR) reception since the FM
and TV (or VCR) signals can interfere with
vach other, If you must use a common FM/
TV (or VCR) antenna, use a directional
linkage type splitter.

Connecting antennas
phan
att. 0S Fe ea Bens,
7AM loop‘anten
athe: ar Bagh eh asSs asc acios :
The T-shaped FM antenna is for indoor use only. Extend the antenna and move it until the clearest signal is received. Use tacks or similar
objects to fix it in the T-shaped arrangement giving the least amount of distortion.
The AM foop antenna is also for indoor use only. Position it where the clearest sound is received. Put it as far as possible away from this
unit, the TV, speaker cables and power cords.
If clear signals cannot be received using only the enclosed T-shaped FM antenna or AM loop antenna, connect an outdoor FM or otitdoor
AM antenna as needed.
U.S.
&
Canada
Others
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The outdoor AM antenna will be more effective if it is stretched horizontally above a window ar outside. (Do not disconnect the AM loop
antenna.)
U.S.
&
Canada
Others
[ Outdoor FM antenna
Be sure that the outdoor FM antenna ts positioned as follows:
e Keep the antenna away from noise sources, such as neon signs and busy roads.
@ Do not position it near power lines, etc. This is very dangerous.
U.S.
&
Canada
;
Others
ANTENNA
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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 VOLUME 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.
U.S. and Canadian models:
Plugging the TX-821 1's power cord into an AC outlet puts the
POWER switch unit in stand-by status (the STAND-BY indicator is lit). Pressing
the POWER switch turns on the unit and lights up the display. If
this switch is pressed again, the unit returns to the stand-by status.
The POWER button on the remote contro! is used in the same way
as the POWER switch on the TX-8211.
d
Models other than U.S. and Canadian models:
After plugging the TX-821 1's power cord into an AC outlet, press
SYSTEM switch the SYSTEM switch to put the unit in power-on status (the unit
can be operated and its display is lit), The remote contro! cannot
be used to operate the TX-821 1 if the SYSTEM switch is not set to
ON.
When the SYSTEM switch is set to ON, pressing the POWER but-
ton on the remote control switches the TX-8211 between stand-by
status (the STAND-BY indicator is lit) and power-on status (the
display will light up).
Pressing the SYSTEM switch on the TX-8211! 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.)
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Basic operations
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TAPE-2 MONITOR
TAPE-1
1. Select the source you wish to listen to
using the input selector (e.g. PHONO).
Confirm that the |T-2 MONITOR | indi-
Cator is not lit when a source other than
TAPE-2 MONITOR has been selected.
Also check that the AUDIO MURE
indicator is not lit.
. Select the speakers.
Select and press the button for the
speakers that you want to listen to
(SPEAKERS A and/or SPEAKERS B).
The corresponding A and/or B indicator
lights up on the display panel. You will
hear from the speakers any sound going
through this unit, If both SPEAKERS
(A and B) are set to OFF, no sound will
come from the speakers.
3. Start playing the selected input source.
Follow the operating instructions for
that unit.
If FM or AM is selected, refer to
“Receiving stations”.
4. Adjust the level.
Turn the VOLUME knob clockwise or
press the UP button on the remote con-
trol to increase the volume level, Tum
the knob counterclockwise or press the
DOWN button on the remote control to
decrease the volume level.
5. Adjust to your desired tone.
BASS: Turn clockwise to boost or
counterclockwise to attenuate the bass.
TREBLE: Turn clockwise to boost or
counterclockwise (o attenuate the tre-
ble.
SELECTIVE TONE CONT: Press
this button to clearly reproduce ultra-
low and -high frequencies. The SELEC-
TIVE TONE indicator lights up on the
display panel.
6. The BALANCE knob is used to con-
trol the relative volume level of the
left and right speaker systems or
headphones.
tw
NOTE:
The power does not shut off completely by
just turning the power off. The power cord
should be removed from the AC outlet
when not in use for a prolonged time.
"The direct function’ ‘feature’
a a et So ee es a el
When a compact disc player and tape deck
with the RI jack are connected together,
you can use the direct function feature.
Simply by directly operating the desired
component (compact disc player or tape
deck), this unit’s input selector automati-
cally switches to that component,
It is not necessary to switch this unit's
input selector when changing listening
sources,
13

Basic operations
14
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tening using the head- uae}
Fir aE
Stereo headphones with a standard binaural!
(stereo) plug can be connected to the
PHONES jack.
When the headphone plug is inserted, the
speakers are not automatically muted but
can be controlled with the SPEAKERS A/
B buttons,
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abe
a
rtens
—_
TempotarYMuting
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|
Press the MUTING button on the remote
control.
This button temporarily switches off the
sound from the speakers or headphones.
The AUDIO MUTE indicator will flash.
The muting function will be cancelled if
you:
@ press the MUTING button again, or
e turn the power off then on.
Tee ane
" Sleep facility: ay EY
The sleep timer can power off the system
after a specified time period.
To operate this function, use the remote
control supplied with your TX-821 1,
1. Start the source playing that you
would like to listen to (CD, Tape or
radio broadcast).
Set the amount of time after which
you want the system fo turn off.
The sleep timer works for up to 90 minutes,
You can shorten the timer by 10 minute
increments by pressing the SLEEP button
until the desired time has been reached.
After the sel time passes, the power will be
switched off automatically.
N
Cancelling the SLEEP setting
The timer will be cancelled if you:
@ press the SLEEP button until it changes
to the display of the source you are lis-
tening to, or
e tum off the power while the timer is
operating.

Receiving stations
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Please make sure that the | T-2 MONITOR
and AUDIO MUTE indicators are not lit.
Tuning
the
radio
(Mandal
-¥*
tuning
and
Direct
tuning)
*:"
When the frequency is not known (Man-
ual tuning)
I. Press the FM or AM button,
2. Use the < DOWN TUNING UP »
buttons to change the frequency.
UP............the frequency increases.
DOWN.....the frequency decreases.
e The frequency is changed in 100 kHz
(or 50 kHz) steps in FM and 10 kHz (or
9kHz) in AM each time a tuning selec-
tor button is pressed.
e [If a button is held continuously for
more than 0.5 seconds, the frequencies
are scanned automatically. (FM auto
tuning mode)
When a broadcast is received, scanning
stops.
When the frequency is known (Direct
tuning)
1, Press the FM or AM button.
2. Press the DIRECT TUNING button.
The “-- --"" will flash for 16 seconds in
the frequency display.
3. Enter the frequency with the number
buttons while the cursors are flash-
ing.
Example: 88.10 MHz 83 8— 1 - 0/10
e@ When receiving AM broadcasts with a
9 kHz step (this depends on your
region), you can enter the frequency
directly.
With 10 kHz steps, entering a number
for the 10 kHz digit will set the | kHz
digit automatically to 0.
e ff you enter a frequency that is out of
range, this unit will return to the previ-
ous frequency. Hf this happens, repeat
the procedure.
15

Receiving stations
FM MUTE,
Sorr<
APR
STEREO
MODE
110
If you tune in a stereo FM station, the STEREO indicator will be
illuminated if the signal is sufficiently strong.
If the signal is weak, it may be impossible to tune into your
desired station, In this case, tune in as follows.
Press the FM MUTE/MODE button and FM MUTE OFF lights up.
At this time, the station will be in mono and interstation noise will
be heard.
Select the station you want to listen to.
This unit is equipped with an APR system to help tune in FM sta-
lions.
When receiving an FM station using manual or direct tuning, RF
MODE LOCAL/DX and STEREO MODE AUTO/MONDO settings
ave made automatically, according to the station being received.
The APR system automatically sets the gain of the RF section to
DX or LOCAL according to the quality of the signal being
received. The RF MODE will indicate LOCAL when a sufficient
signal is received.
If the MONO indicator fights up while a station is tuned in, the
station will be received in mono even if it is a stereo station.
The STEREO MODE AUTO/MONO settings that the APR system
makes can be changed by pressing the FM MUTE/MODE button,
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- Programming fi fadlo stations “9
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Since ten AM or FM stations can be stored
in each group (A, B or C), a total of 30 sta-
tions can be stored in the memory.
- Select the frequency that you want to
store in the memory.
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(Refer to “Tuning the radio” on page
15.)
. Press the MEMORY button.
The MEMORY indicator will light for
8 seconds.
3. While the MEMORY indicator lights,
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mi ig the desired group.
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The group shown on the display
changes in the following order each
time the button is pressed: A > B > C
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4. Select the desired memory num-
ber using the number buttons,
Press button 0/10 when choosing mem-
ory number 10.
NOTE:
ie "sume * MOR EE If the FM station received is an RDS sta-
lion with a PS (Program Service Name),
the frequency display will change to the PS
display. If there is no PS, the frequency
display will not change.
(Refer to pages 18 and 19 for more details
on the RDS function.)

Receiving stations
First, select the tuner as the source by
pressing the AM or FM input selector but-
ton on the main unit or TUNER input
selector button on the remote control,
Main unit
1. Press the GROUP button to select the
desired group,
Input the memory number you wish
to receive by using the number but-
tons. :
or
Press the SCAN button,
Each station stored in the group chosen
in step | will be received for 5 seconds.
When the station that you want is
found, press the SCAN button again
and scanning will stop.
vw
.
Remote control
1. Press the GROUP button and choose
the group.
2. Press the PRESET < or > button,
After the last number of GROUP C is
reached, scanning will restart at GROUP
A.
"Cancelling
preset
stations”!
*
1. Select the station that you want to
cancel as explained in the previous
section.
2. Press the FM MUTE/MODE button
while holding down the MEMORY
button.
“--" will be shown on the display.
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17

Receiving
RDS
(only
for
European
and
some
other
models)
RDS
reception
is
only
in
areas
where
RDS
broadcasts
are
avail-
PS:
Program
Service
Name
able.
;
PTY:
Program
Type
What
is
RDS?
‘a
. .
;
.
c
fP:
Traffic
Program
Many
FM
stations
now
transmit
RDS
signals
which
give
addi-
vine
‘
tional
information.
RDS
provides
you
with
various
services
so
RT:
Radio
Text
that,
for
example,
you
can
choose
a
station
broadcasting
your
favorite
category
of
music
or
other
information.
The
information
shown
at
the
right
is
available
on
this
unit.
NOTE:
In
some
cases,
the
characters
displayed
on
the
display
of
the
TX-
8211
may
not
be
exactly
the
same
as
the
ones
broadcast
by
the
radio
station.
If
strange
characters
appear
in
the
display,
it
is
because
characters
are
being
received
that
cannot
be
correctly
dis-
played
by
the
TX-8211.
They
do
not
indicate
a
malfunction
of
the
18
unit.
PTY Classifications in Europe
0 he ee Ht f None No program type or undefined,
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! wetl ey 59 News reports Reports on current events and happenings.
ts Topical reporting of current affairs, often with a wider range of topics than news
2|G9F FA ‘4 BS Current affairs P POMne 8 P .
reports.
‘ General information such as weather forecasts, consumer affairs, medical hel
3 INFG Information bie ae Ps
4|° SPORT Sport Live sports action, sports news and interviews.
SIEBUCATE Education Formal educational programs.
6 PRAMA Drama Radio plays and serial.
TICUL TURE Culture Cultural programs (including religious affairs).
siGGS TENCE Science and technology Programs about the natural sciences and technology.
VOTER Varied Speech based programs not covered by the above categories, eg. quizzes, panel
7 ad
2 pate oo games, comedy, etc.
10 POR M Pop music Popular commercial music, usually included in past or present sales charts.
1] Rock music
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Popular music with a more specialist appeal, often not included in sales charts.
i2;e7. i ‘ BR we Middle of the road music Easy listening music as opposed to Pop, Rock or Classical.
I3{i THAT PM | Light classics Classical music for general rather than specialist appreciation.
Performances of major orchestral works, symphonies, chamber music, etc.,
fet GOT EF S|] Serious classics : ; ,
MW iy vee ‘ including Grand Opera.
+ y F Music styles not covered by the above categories, eg. Jazz, Rhythm & Blues,
15 i iH E fr ff Other music
Folk, Country, Reggae.

Receiving RDS (Only for European models)
PTY/TP ~—@ DOWN TUNING UP ™ SCAN
Searching
for
a
station
which
broadcasts
ye
our’
favorite
category
(PTY
scan)"
mee
iy
ee
1. Press the PTY/TP button, to select “PTY”.
If the station you are receiving is not broadcasting RDS, “Not
RDS” (this is not an RDS station) will be shown on the display.
2, Use the < DOWN TUNING UP & buttons to select the
program type (PTY), for example, “ROCK M’.
See the PTY description on the previous page.
3. Press the SCAN button to start searching for the chosen
PTY station,
When a station is received with the desired PTY, the scanning
stops for approximately 5 seconds, before the unit starts scan-
ning again,
4, When the desired station is reached, press SCAN button
again to stop scanning,
Receiving RDS traffic information « | §.
1. Press the PTY/TP button to seleet “TP”.
If : # Ps is shown on the display, it indicates that the current
station is broadcasting traffic information.
Press the SCAN button (o start searching for a ‘FP station,
When the unit receives a TP station, it stops scanning. IH the
unit cannot receive any TP station, “Not find” (cannot find the
station) is shown on the display.
~
Ae)
_ Displaying Radio Text (RT) ~ nes ty
If the station you are listening to is not an RDS station, this fune-
A tion cannot be used.
1. Each time you press the DISPLAY button. the display
changes as follows.
Frequency ————> Program Service Name
Radio Text ————_______
If the current station you are listening lo is not an RDS station,
only the frequency of the station appears,
When RT is received, it can sometimes take up to 15 seconds (more
or less) to show RT on the display.
Sometimes the following messages will be shown on the display.
Wait: When the information is received, the characters will scroll
across the display.
No text: This appears for 3 seconds and indicates that even though
an RDS station is being received, there is no RT information
included.
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20
Recording a source
TX-8211
Recording
Playback
Please read the instruction manuals con-
cerning the operation of each unit.
1. Insert a blank tape into the tape deck.
2. Press the button (other than TAPE-2
MONITOR) of the source from
which you want to record.
e@ When FM or AM is selected, set the
tuner to the station you want to record
from.
e When TAPE-I is selected, it will record
to the TAPE-2.
e@ When either FM, AM, PHONO or CD
is selected, you ure able to record to
both the TAPE-I and TAPE-?.
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
and dubbing operations, the tone effects
will not change.
NOTE:
Recording from TAPE-2 to TAPE-1 is not
possible.
*Tapé-to-Tape Dubbing ="
1. Load the original tape in deck 1! and
the blank tape in deck 2.
. Press the TAPE-1 button,
Put tape deck 1 in the playback mode
and tape deck 2 in recording mode.
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