Onkyo TX-SR500 User manual

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Contents
AV Receiver
TX-SR500
TX-SR5OOE
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and plugging in the unit.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new AV Receiver. Please retain
this manual for future reference.

WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to Ihe presence of uninsulated"dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosm'e that may be or"
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
_ (servicing) instructions in theliterature accompanying the appliance.
Important safeguards
2
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operaled.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for futm'e reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5. Cleaning -Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before
cleaning. The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
6. Attachments - Do no1 use altachments no1 recommended by
the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture- Do no1 use the appliance near waler-
for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and
the like.
8. Accessories - Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the
appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance.
Any mounting of the appliance
should follow the manufacturer's
instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recommended
by the manufacturer.
9. An appliance and cart combination
should be moved wilh care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the appliance
and cart combination to overturn.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
$312SA_
10. Ventilation - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided
for ventilation and to ensure reliable operafion of the appliance
and to protect it from overhealing, and these openings must not
be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked
by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar
surface. The appliance should not be placed in a built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper
ventilalion is provided. There should be free space of at least
20 cm (8 in.) and an opening behind the appliance.
11. Power Sources - The appliance should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you
are not sure of the type of power supply Io your home, consult
your appliance dealer or local power company.
12. Grounding or Polarization - The appliance may be equipped
with a polarized alternafing current line plug (a plug having
one blade wider than the olher). This plug will fit into the
power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, lry reversing the
plug. If the plug should still fail to fik contact your electrician
Io replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
13. Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be
fouled so that they are not likely 1o be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention
to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the appliance.
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding -If an outside anlenna or
cable syslem is connected to the appliance, be sure the antenna
or cable system is grounded so as 1o provide some prolection
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-discharge unit, size of grounding conductor:% location
of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electr(xtes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure 1.
15. Lightning -For added protection for the appliance during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable syslem. This will prevent
damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line surges.
16. Power Lines - An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power
lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna syslem,
extreme care should be taken to keep from louching such
power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
17. Overloading -Do no1 overload wall outlets, extension cords,
or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk
of fire or electric shock.
18. Object and Liquid Entry- Never push objects of any kind into
the appliance through openings as lhey may loach dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.
19. Servicing - Do no1 atlempt Io service the appliance yourself as
opening or removing cove_:s may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
service pel:sonneh
20. Damage Requiring Service - Unplug the appliance form the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
appliance,
C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or waler,
D. If the appliance does not operate normally by following
the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls thai
are covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the appliance Io its normal operation,
E. If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way,
and
F. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in
performance -this indicates a need for service.

21.Replacement Parts -When replacement parts are required,
be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics
as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in
fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
22. Safety Check - Upon comploion of any service or l_pairs to the
appliance, ask the service lechnician 1operform safety checks Io
delermine that the appliance is in proper operation condition.
23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be
mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
24. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heal
sources such as radiators, heat register:s, stoves, or other
appliances (including amplifiei:s) that produce heat.
25. Liquid Hazards - The appliance shall no1 be exposed to
dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases shall be placed on the appliance.
Precautions
FIGURE 1:
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
ELECTREC
SERVICE
NEC NATIONAL EL£CTRECAL CODE
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LEAD IN
WERE
(NEC SECTEON 8_0 20)
For British models
Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply
cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service
personnel.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or co[oured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
IMPORTANT
A 5 ampere fuse is fitled in this plug. Should the fuse need m be
replaced, please ensure thai the replacement fuse has a rating of 5
amperes and that it is approved by ASTA or 13SI to 13S1362. Check
for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
IF THE FfI'TED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUfI'ABLE 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 AMPERE SOCKET.
If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
For European models
Declaration of Conformity
We
ELECTRONICS GmbH
INDUSTRIESTRASSE 20
82110 GERMERING,
GERMANY
declare in own responsibility, thai the ONKYO product described
in 1his instruction manual is in compliance with 1he con'esponding
technical standards such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and
EN61000=3-2, =3-3. _//t,,_
GERMERING, GERMANY
V IMO131
ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH
For U.S. models
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's
altention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connecled to the grounding syslem of the building,
as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
FCC Information for User
CAUTION:
The user changes or modifications nol expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been lesled and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant 1o Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful inlerference in a residential installation. This equipment
generales, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference Io radio commmlications. However, there is
no guaranlee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation, tf this equipment does cause harmful interference Io
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving anlenna.
• Increase the separafion between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment inlo an outlet on a circuit different
from tha_ Io which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio_V technician for
help.
For Canadian models
NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES
WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.
For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH
WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
Modele pour les Canadien
REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMI_RIQUE DE LA
CLASSE t3 EST CON-FORME ALA NORME NMB-003 DU
CANADA,
Sur les modbles dont la fiche est polaris6e:
ATTENTION: POUR I_VITER LES CHOCS f_LECTRIQUES,
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE
DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET
POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. 3

Precautions Features
1. Recording Copyright
Recording of copyrighted material fur other than personal use is
illegal without permission of the copyright holder.
2. 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.
3. Care
From time 1o 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, thinne_s, alcohol or other
chemical solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or
remove the panel lettering.
4. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME,
READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
The voltage of the available power supply diffei:s 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., AC
230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel.
Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage seleclor to conform
to local power supplies. Be sure to set this swilch Io 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 backup syslem preserves the contents
of memory during power failures and even when the POWER
swilch is set to OFF (other than USA and Canadian models) or
when the power cord is unplugged.
The power cord must be plugged and the POWER swilch must
be set to ON (other than USA and Canadian models) in order to
charge the backups system. The memory preservation period
after the unit has been turned off varies depending on climale
and placement of the unit. On average, memory contents are
protected over a period of a few weeks after the time the unit has
been turned off. This period is shorter when the unit is exposed
to a very hmnid climale.
Supplied accessories
Amplifier Features
Dolby* Digital & DTS** decoding
5.1-Channel input
4 S-video input
3 Assignable digital inputs (2 optical, 1 coaxial)
Digital output
9 DSP soundfields
Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT)
State-of-the-art linear PCM 96 kHz/24bit DACs for all
channels
FM/AM Tuner Features
•30 FM/AM random presets
•FM auto tuning
•FM indoor antenna supplied
•AM indoor antenna supplied
* 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. All rights reserved.
** Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US
Pat. No.5,451,942 and other worldwide pa_ents issues and pending,
"DTS" and "DTS Digital Surround" are trademarks of Digital Theater
Systems, Inc. ©1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights
reserved.
Check that the following accessories are supplied with the TX-SR500_X-SR500E.
AM loop antenna x1 FM indoor antenna x1
(Connector will vary depending on
the area which it was purchased.)
The following accessories may be available depending on the area
which it was purchased.
Conversion plug x1
(Use this plug if the power
cord plug of the TX-SR500/
TX-SR500E does not fit your
AC outlet, Shape may vary
depending on the area
which it was purchased.)
75/300 _antenna adapter x1
(For all models other than USA,
Canadian and European
models)
Remote controller x1 Speaker cable label x 1
4Batteries (AA, R6 or UM-3) x2

Before using the unit
Setting the voltage selector (Worldwide models
only)
Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform
with local power supplies. Be sure to set this swilch Io match the
voltage of the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit.
Determine the proper voltage for your area: 220-230 V or 120 V. If
the preset voltage is not correct for your area, insert a screwdriver
into the groove in the switch. Slide the swilch all the way to the
upper (120 V) or to the lower (220-230 V), whichever is appmpriale.
Setting the AM tuning step frequency
(Worldwide models only)
Referto page24 IosettheAM tuning step frequency correctly.
IInserting the batteries
1 Detach the battery cover.
Notes
•Do not mix new batteries with old batleries or different kinds of
balteries.
• To avoid corrosion, remove the batteries if the remole
controller is not to be used for a long time.
• Remove dead batleries immediately to avoid damage from
con'osion. If the remote controller does not operale smoothly,
replace both batleries al the same time.
• The life of the supplied balteries is about six months but this
varies depending on usage.
Using the remote controller
Point the remole controller toward the remote control sensor. The
STANDBY indicator lights up when the unit receives a signal from
the remote controller.
Remote control sensor
Receiver
Insert the two size AA/R6/UM3 batteries.
Be sure to malch the + and - ends of the batteries with the
diagram inside the batlery compm'tment.
3 Attach the battery cover.
Notes
Place the unit away from strong light such as direct sunlight or
inverted fluorescent light which can prevent proper operation
of the remote controller.
Using another remote controller of the same type in the same
room or using the unit near equipment which uses infrm'ed rays
may cause operational interference.
Do not put any object (such as a book) on the remote controller.
The buttons of the remote controller may be pressed by mistake
and drain the batleries.
Make sure the audio rack doors do not have colored glass.
Placing the unit behind such doors may prevent proper remole
controller operation.
If there is any obstacle between the remote controller and the
remote control sensor, the remote controller will not operale.
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6
Front panel
)
1
For operational instructions, refer to the page indicated in brackets.
@POWER switch (other than USA and
Canadian models) [17]
Turns on the main power supply for the TX=SR500/TX-SR500E.
The TX-SR500/TX=SR500E enters standby state and the
STANDBY indicalor lights up. Pressing the switch again to the off
position (I OFF) shuts down the main power supply into the
TX=SR500TI'X-SR500E.
• Before tm'ning on the power, make sure all cables are properly
connected.
• Turning on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E may cause a
momentary power surge that might inlerfere with other
electrical equipment on the same circuit. If this is a problem,
plug the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E into a different electrical
circuit.
@STANDBY/ON button [17]
When STANDBY/ON button is pressed m ON (while the POWER
swilch is set to ON (other than USA and Canadian models)), the
display will light to show the current volume setting for about 5
seconds then show the current sound input source. Pressing the
button again returns the TX=SR500_X-SR500E m the standby
stale. This stale turns off the display, disables control functions.
@STANDBY indicator [17]
Lights when the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E is in the standby state and
flashes when a signal is received from the remote controller.
@DIMMER button [27]
Press to set the brightness of the front display. The brightness
changes to normal, dim and very dim.
@DIGITAL INPUT button [22]
When digital components are connected Io the DIGfI'AL INPUT
jacks of the TX-SR500/TX=SR500E, use this button to assign the
DIGfI'AL INPUT jacks to them according to their forms of
connection.
SUBWOOFER MODE button [20]
Press to select the subwoofer mode.
@MEMORY button [24, 25]
This button is used to assign the radio station that is currently tuned
in to a preset channel or delete a previously preset station.
FM MODE button [24, 25]
Press 1o switch the reception mode between stereo and monaurah If
audio is interrupled or noise interferes with audio during FM stereo
broadcasting, press this button to switch Io the monaural reception
mode.
@TUNING _<1/1_ buttons [24, 25]
Use these bum_ns to change the tuner frequency. The tuner
frequency is displayed in the front display and it can be changed in
50 kHz increments for FM and 10 kHz (or 9 kHz) increments for
AM.
When FM is selecled, you can hold down one of the TUNING
_/m_ buttons and then release it 40 activale the aulo=search
feature. It will search for a station in the direction of the button you
pressed and stop when it tunes into one.
Remote control sensor [5]
This sensor receives the control signals from the remote controller.
Listening mode buttons [32]
Press these butlons to select a listening mode for the current source.
Press the DSP butlon to recall the Onkyo-original DSP m_xtes in
sequence. Press the DIRECT, STEREO or SURROUND bullon to
recall the corresponding lislening mode directly.
PRESET/ADJUST -<1/1_ buttons [18,19, 29]
These butlons make it possible to store desired radio stations under
the desired preset nmnbers and recall them with an easy operation.
Also, these buttons adjust the values and parameters of the mode
selected using the AUDIO ADJUST, SPEAKER ADJUST or
AUDIO SELECTOR button.
MASTER VOLUME dial [21, 24]
The MASTER VOLUME dial is used to control the volume level.
Turn the dial clockwise to increase the volmne level and
counterclockwise to decrease it.

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Display
@SPEAKERS A/B buttons [21,26]
Press SPEAKERS A/B to turn on/off the speaker syslem A/B. The
(SPEAKERS) A/B indicators corresponding to the selected speaker
syslem light up. You can use SPEAKERS A and B simultaneously.
1_ PHONES jack [26]
This is a standard stereo jack for connecting stereo headphones.
The audio for the front right and lefl speakers are sent to the
headphone speakers.
@DISPLAY button [27]
Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the display changes.
@AUDIO SELECTOR button [28]
Press lo select an audio input signal formal other than FM anti AM.
Each time this button is pressed, the selling cycles.
Input selector buttons (DVD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2,
VIDEO 3, TAPE, TUNER, and CD) [21-25, 28, 33]
These buttons are used to select the input source. Pressing and
holding the TAPE button for about 2 seconds allows the TAPE and
MD sources to be switched.
@SPEAKER ADJUST button [18, 19]
Press to select speaker selling item.
AUDIO ADJUST button [29]
Press to adjust bass, treble, late night function anti cinema filler
function setting.
@VIDEO 3 INPUT jacks [33]
For connecting a video camera or game device.
@(SPEAKERS) A/B indicators [21, 26]
Shows the current speaker system in use.
@MUTING indicator [26]
Flashes when the mute function is active.
@Source/Listening mode indicators [21, 32]
One of these indicalon_ lights Io show the format of the current
source as "PCM', "D[1DIGFI'AL" or "DTS'. In addition, one of the
lislening mode indicators "D[1 PRO LOGIC II", "MULTI CH',
"DSP", "STEREO" and "DIRECT" lights according to the current
lislening mode.
@TUNED indicator [24]
Lights up when a radio station is received.
MEMORY indicator [25]
Lights up when the MEMORY button is pressed in the radio station
preset operation.
@AUTO indicator [24]
Lights up Io indicale auto reception mode (slereo/monaural). At
this time, intex:station noise will be muled (FM only). It
extinguishes when the monaural reception mode is started by
pressing the FM MODE bullon.
FM STEREO indicator [24]
Lights up when an FM slereo broadcast station is received.
RDS indicator (European models only) [24]
Lights up when a RDS station is received.
SLEEP indicator [27]
Lights up when the sleep timer is active.
Multi function display
In usual operation, shows the current input source and volume.
When the FM or AM input is selected, it shows the frequency and
preset number. When the DISPLAY button is pressed, it shows the
current input source and the listening mode. 7

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Rear panel
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[_] ANTENNA [14, 151
These terminals are for connecting the FM antenna and AM
antenna.
AI (REMOTE CONTROL) [16]
Connect the Onkyo components that have I'_Iconnectors such as a
CD player, and cassette tape deck using the I_1 cables provided
with them. When these components are inlerconnected, they can be
controlled from the remole controller provided with the
TX-SR500fI'X-SR500E.
After connecting the f'_l connectors, check the operation of the
remote controller buttons for use in controlling other components.
]FRONT SPEAKERS A/B [13]
Speaker terminals are provided for the front left, front right
speakers. SPEAKERS A are compatible with banana plug
connectors (other than European models).
SURROUND SPEAKERS L/R, CENTER
SPEAKER [13]
Speaker terminals are providod for the center, surround left and
surround right speakers.
AC OUTLET [111
The TX-SR500FI'X-SR500E is supplied with AC mains outlet for
connecting the power cord from o_her devices so tha_ their power is
supplied through the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E. By doing this, you
can use the STANDBY/ON button on the TX=SR500/TX-SR500E
to turn on and off the connected devices as well.
DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL 1, 2, COAXIAL
[10, 11]
These are the digital audio inputs. There are 2 digital inputs with
optical jacks and 1 with a coaxial jack, The inputs accept digital
audio signals fi'om DVD, LD, CD, or other digital source.
SUBWOOFER PRE OUT [131
This terminal is for connecting an active subwoofer.
CD IN [10]
Connect the output terminal on the CD player to the CD IN L/R
jacks on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E.
]TAPE IN/OUT [101
Connect the oulput terminals (PLAY) of the cassette tape deck or
MD recorder to the TAPE IN L/R jacks on the TX-SR500/
TX-SR500E and the input terminals (REC) to the TAPE OUT L/R
jacks.
]VIDEO 1 IN/OUT, VIDEO 2 IN [11]
Connect the output terminals (PLAY) of the video cassette recorder
to the VIDEO 1 IN L/R jacks on the TX-SR500FI'X-SR500E and
the input terminals (REC) to the VIDEO 1 OUT jacks.
Connect the output terminals of the video cassette player or satellite
tuner to the VIDEO 2 IN jacks on the TX-SR500_X-SR500E.
[] DVD [111
By connecting a DVD player, MPEG decoder, or other component
that has a multi channel port, you can playback the audio with 5.1
channel oulput. So, be sure to prepare a cable that can properly
connect the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E to the peripheral device.
• You can connect 2 channel audio output to the FRONT L/R
jacks.
]MONITOR OUT [10]
The monitor output includes both RCA type and S video
configurations. This output is for connecting television monitors or
projectors.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR (worldwide models
only) [51
Tip
The audio input jacks of the TX-SR500_X-SR500E do not accepl
direct connection of an analog turntable.
If you want to connect a turntable to the TX-SR500fI'X-SR500E,
prepare a phono equalizer and connect it to the unused audio input
jacks (IN L/R).
Refer 1o the instruction manuals of the phono equalizer and
turntable for details.

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RC-479S (For models other than North American
models)
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RC-478M (For North American models)
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Explanalions on this page are for controlling the TX-SR500/
TX-SR500E. To operale olher components, see "Using remole
controller" on pages 34 through 35, and "Pre-programming remole
controller (North American models only)" on pages 36 and 37.
For operational instructions, refer Io the page indicaled in brackets.
(_ SLEEP button [27]
For selling the sleep time.
This button is provided only on the remole controller.
(_) STANDBY/ON button [17]
Turns on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E or put it in standby.
Listening mode buttons [32]
Press to change the listening mode.
CINE FLTR button [29]
Press Io activate/de=activate Cinema Filler function.
LATE NIGHT button [29]
Press Io change the lale night setting.
TEST/CH SEL/LEVEL A/V buttons [20, 28]
For selling the output levels for each speaker.
These buttons are provided only on the remote controller.
AUDIO SEL button [28]
Press Io select an audio input signal format other than TUNER.
INPUT SELECTOR buttons [21-25, 28, 33]
For selecting the input source.
MUTING button [26]
Activates the mute function.
This button is provided only on the remole controller.
PRESET -</1_ button [25]
For selecting a tuner preset channel.
DIMMER button [27]
For adjusting the brightness of the front display.
Mode buttons [34-37]
For selecting the component Io be operated by the remole
controller.
SP A/SP B buttons [21, 26]
Press Io switch the speaker systems in use between A and B.
AUDIO ADJUST button [29]
Press Io adjust bass, treble, late night function and cinema filter
function setting.
ADJUST -_/_ button [29]
Press to adjust the values and paramete_s of the mode selected
using the AUDIO ADJUST, SPEAKER ADJUST or AUDIO
SELECTOR button.
VOLUME A/v button [21, 24]
For adjusting the volume. 9

Connecting to audio/video equipment
Here is explanalion of how to connect the main components to the
TX-SR500/SR500E in the standard manner. There are many ways
that any one component can be connected, and it is up Io you Io
decide which methtxt best fits your situation. The directions given
here are only one option and should only be thought of as such. It is
best to fully understand the nature of each connector and lerminal
as well as each of your components and their features to ascertain
which method of connection is best.
•Be sure to always refer to the instruction manual that came
with the component that you are connecting.
• Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have
been made.
•For input jacks, red connectors (marked R) are used for the
right channel, white connectors (marked L) are used for the
left channel, and yellow connectors (marked VIDEO) are
used for video connection.
Note
The signal that comes in
from S VIDEO IN is sent
Io S VIDEO OUT. The
signal thai comes in from
VIDEO IN is sent to
VIDEO OUT.
TV monitor or Projector
(MONITOR OUT)
VIDEO S VIDEO
IN IN
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DIGITAL AUDIO OUT
OUT {pLAy)
OPTICAL
CD player (CD)
AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT DIGITAL
(REC) (pLAy) OUT
OPTICAL
CassetteTapedeck,MD recorder
DATdeck,CDrecorder (TAPE)
Insert all plugs and connectors securely. Improper connections
can result in noise, poor performance, or damage to the
equipment.
•"I% connect the digital output from a component connecled to
the TAPE jacks Io this unit, use the OPTICAL 1 input jack.
"I_ connect the digital output to the OPTICAL 2 or COAXIAL
input jack of this unit, it is required 1o change the assignment of
digital inputs to input sources by referring to "Setting the
digital inputs" on page 22.
• The TAPE OUT jack does not output the signal input from the
DIGITAL INPUT jack. (The digital signal is not converled into
analog signaL)
Do not bind audio connection cables with power cords and
speaker cables. Doing so may adversely effect the sound
quality.
VIDEO Video connection cable
(Analog signal)
S video plug S video connection cable
(S video signal)
Audio (L)
Audio connection cable(Analog signal)
Optical plug Optical fiber cable
(Digital signal)
Signal flow
FRO_T FRONT SURROUND
_S_EA_JERS A SF_A_EF_ SSF[A_EF_ --
÷ -- ÷ -
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About DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL) jack
Remove the protective caps before making connections.
When not in use, be sure to replace them.
• To connect the digital oulput from CD player connecled to the
CD jacks to this unit, use the OPTICAL 2 input jack.
To connect the digital output 1o the OPTICAL 1 or COAXIAL
input jack of this unit, it is required to change the assignment of
digital inputs Io input sources by referring to "Selling the
digital inputs" on page 22.