Tascam PA-R100 User manual

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NETWORK AV SURROUND RECEIVER
Instruction Manual
SN29401376
Y1210-1
Contents
Safety Information and Introduction ............2
Table of Contents...........................................5
Connections .................................................11
Turning On & Basic Operations..................18
Advanced Operations ..................................43
Controlling Other Components...................67
Appendix.......................................................74

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Safety Information and Introduction
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or
plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been
exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
15. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the apparatus,
C. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or water,
D. If the apparatus does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other
controls may result in damage and will often
require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the apparatus to its normal operation,
E. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in
any way, and
F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in
performance this indicates a need for service.
16. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into the apparatus
through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases shall be placed on the apparatus.
Don’t put candles or other burning objects on top of
this unit.
17. Batteries
Always consider the environmental issues and follow
local regulations when disposing of batteries.
18. If you install the apparatus in a built-in installation,
such as a bookcase or rack, ensure that there is
adequate ventilation.
Leave 20 cm (8") of free space at the top and sides and
10 cm (4") at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or
board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm (4") away
from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-like gap for
warm air to escape.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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Precautions
1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use
only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without
the permission of the copyright holder.
2. AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the unit is not user-
serviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact the
dealer from whom you purchased this unit.
3. Care—Occasionally you should dust the unit all over
with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth
dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and
water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a
clean cloth. Don’t use abrasive cloths, thinners,
alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because they may
damage the finish or remove the panel lettering.
4. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE
FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION
CAREFULLY.
AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Make
sure that the voltage in your area meets the voltage
requirements printed on the unit’s rear panel (e.g., AC
230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz).
The power cord plug is used to disconnect this unit
from the AC power source. Make sure that the plug is
readily operable (easily accessible) at all times.
For models with [POWER] button, or with both
[POWER] and [STANDBY/ON] buttons:
Pressing the [POWER] button to select OFF mode
does not fully disconnect from the mains. If you do not
intend to use the unit for an extended period, remove
the power cord from the AC outlet.
For models with [STANDBY/ON] button only:
Pressing the [STANDBY/ON] button to select
Standby mode does not fully disconnect from the
mains. If you do not intend to use the unit for an
extended period, remove the power cord from the AC
outlet.
5. Preventing Hearing Loss
Caution
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and
headphones can cause hearing loss.
6. Batteries and Heat Exposure
Warning
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not
be exposed to excessive heat as sunshine, fire or the
like.
7. Never Touch this Unit with Wet Hands—Never
handle this unit or its power cord while your hands are
wet or damp. If water or any other liquid gets inside
this unit, have it checked by the dealer from whom you
purchased this unit.
8. Handling Notes
• If you need to transport this unit, use the original
packaging to pack it how it was when you originally
bought it.
• Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit for a
long time, because they may leave marks on the
case.
• This unit’s top and rear panels may get warm after
prolonged use. This is normal.
• If you do not use this unit for a long time, it may not
work properly the next time you turn it on, so be sure
to use it occasionally.
For U.S. models
FCC Information for User
CAUTION:
The user changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer from whom you purchased this unit or
an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For Canadian Models
NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS
COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.
For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,
FULLY INSERT.
Modèle pour les Canadien
REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA
CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003
DU CANADA.
Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS
ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS
LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQU’AU FOND.

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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 coloured
black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured
red.
IMPORTANT
The plug is fitted with an appropriate fuse. If the fuse needs
to be replaced, the replacement fuse must approved by
ASTA or BSI to BS1362 and have the same ampere rating
as that indicated on the plug. Check for the ASTA mark or
the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
If the power cord’s plug is not suitable for your socket
outlets, cut it off and fit a suitable plug. Fit a suitable fuse
in the plug.
Supplied Accessories
Make sure you have the following accessories:
*In catalogs and on packaging, the letter at the end of the product
name indicates the color. Specifications and operations are the
same regardless of color.
■Installing the batteries
Note
• If the remote controller doesn’t work reliably, try replacing the
batteries.
• Don’t mix new and old batteries or different types of batteries.
• If you intend not to use the remote controller for a long time,
remove the batteries to prevent damage from leakage or
corrosion.
• Remove expired batteries as soon as possible to prevent damage
from leakage or corrosion.
• Be sure to insert the batteries with correct positive (+) and
negative (–) orientations.
• If the batteries leak, wipe away the leakage inside the battery
compartment and replace the batteries with new ones.
• Do not heat or disassemble batteries.
• Do not carry or store batteries with other metallic objects. The
batteries could short circuit, leak or explode.
• Never recharge a battery unless it is confirmed to be a
rechargeable type.
■Aiming the remote controller
To use the remote controller, point it at the AV receiver’s
remote control sensor, as shown below.
■RACK-MOUNTING THE UNIT
Use the supplied rack-mounting kit to mount the unit in a
standard 19-inch rack, as shown below.
Remove the feet of the unit before mounting.
Caution
• Leave 1U of space above the unit for ventilation.
• Allow at least 10 cm (4 in) at the rear of the unit for ventilation.
Indoor FM antenna (➔page 17)
AM loop antenna (➔page 17)
Power cord (➔page 17)
Speaker cable labels (➔page 12)
Speaker setup microphone (➔page 33)
Remote controller (RC-PAR100) and two batteries
(AA/R6)
Rack-mounting kit
6 screws and 12 washers (two types × 6)
1 Bracket
Batteries (AA/R6)
Remote control sensor
AV receiver
Approx. 16 ft. (5 m)
Bracket

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Table of Contents
Safety Information and Introduction
Important Safety Instructions ......................................2
Precautions ...................................................................3
Supplied Accessories...................................................4
Table of Contents..........................................................5
Features .........................................................................6
Front & Rear Panels......................................................7
Front Panel..................................................................7
Display ........................................................................8
Rear Panel ..................................................................9
Remote Controller.......................................................10
Controlling the AV Receiver ......................................10
Connections
Connecting the AV Receiver......................................11
Connecting Your Speakers .......................................11
About AV Connections..............................................13
Connecting Components with HDMI .........................14
Connecting Your Components ..................................15
Connecting RI Components ......................................16
Connecting the Antennas..........................................17
Connecting the Power Cord ......................................17
Turning On & Basic Operations
Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ................................18
Turning On ................................................................18
Turning Off ................................................................18
Initial Setup..................................................................19
Selecting the Language for the Onscreen Setup
Menus.....................................................................19
Audyssey 2EQ: Auto Setup.......................................19
Source Connection....................................................20
Remote Mode Setup .................................................20
Network Connection..................................................20
Terminating the Initial Setup .....................................20
Playback ...................................................................... 21
Playing the Connected Component .......................... 21
Controlling Contents of USB or Network Devices..... 22
Understanding Icons on the Display .........................23
Playing an iPod/iPhone via USB............................... 23
Playing a USB Device............................................... 24
Listening to vTuner Internet Radio............................ 24
Registering Other Internet Radio .............................. 25
Changing the Icon Layout on the Network Service
Screen.................................................................... 26
Playing Music Files on a Server (DLNA) ..................26
Remote Playback...................................................... 27
Playing Music Files on a Shared Folder ...................28
Listening to AM/FM Radio ........................................29
Playing Audio and Video from Separate Sources..... 31
Using Basic Functions ...............................................32
Using the Automatic Speaker Setup......................... 32
Using the Listening Modes .......................................35
Using the Home Menu .............................................. 40
Using the Sleep Timer ..............................................41
Setting the Display Brightness..................................41
Displaying Source Information.................................. 41
Changing the Input Display....................................... 41
Using the Music Optimizer........................................ 42
Muting the AV Receiver ............................................ 42
Using Headphones ................................................... 42
Advanced Operations
On-screen Setup......................................................... 43
Using the Quick Setup .............................................. 43
Using the Audio Settings of Quick Setup..................44
Using the Setup Menu (HOME) ................................ 46
About the HYBRID STANDBY Indicator ...................47
Setup Menu Items..................................................... 47
Input/Output Assign .................................................. 48
Speaker Setup .......................................................... 50
Audio Adjust.............................................................. 51
Source Setup ............................................................ 53
Listening Mode Preset ..............................................57
Miscellaneous ........................................................... 58
Hardware Setup........................................................ 60
Remote Controller Setup .......................................... 63
Lock Setup................................................................ 63
Zone 2.......................................................................... 64
Making Zone 2 Connections..................................... 64
Setting the Zone 2 Out ............................................. 64
Controlling Zone 2 Components............................... 64
Using the 12V Triggers............................................. 65
Using the Remote Controller in Zone 2
and Multiroom Control Kits..................................... 66
Controlling Other Components
iPod/iPhone Playback via RI Dock............................ 67
Controlling Your iPod/iPhone ................................... 68
Controlling Other Components................................. 69
Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes .................. 69
Looking up for Remote Control Codes ..................... 69
Entering Remote Control Codes............................... 70
Remapping Colored Buttons .................................... 70
Remote Control Codes for Components Connected
via RI...................................................................... 71
Resetting the REMOTE MODE Buttons ................... 71
Resetting the Remote Controller .............................. 71
Controlling Other Components ................................. 71
Appendix
Troubleshooting ......................................................... 74
Firmware Update ........................................................ 80
Connection Tips and Video Signal Path .................. 84
Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player,
or Recorder .............................................................. 86
About HDMI................................................................. 88
Network/USB Features............................................... 89
License and Trademark Information ........................ 92
Specifications ............................................................. 93
To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it
on and, while holding down CBL/SAT, press
STANDBY/ON (➔page 74).

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Features
Amplifier
• 80 Watts/Channel @ 8 ohms (FTC)
• 130 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (IEC)
• WRAT–Wide Range Amplifier Technology
(5 Hz to 100 kHz bandwidth)
• Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
• H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High
Power Transformer
Processing
• Incorporates Qdeo™ technology for HDMI Video
Upscaling (to 4K Compatible)
• HDMI (Audio Return Channel, 3D, DeepColor,
x.v.Color, Lip Sync, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD
High Resolution Audio, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital
Plus, DSD and Multi-CH PCM)
• Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio
• Dolby Pro Logic IIz
• Non-Scaling Configuration
• A-Form Listening Mode Memory
•DirectMode
• Pure Audio Mode (European models)
• Music Optimizer for Compressed Digital Music files
• 192 kHz/24-bit D/A Converters
• Powerful and Highly Accurate 32-bit Processing DSP
• Jitter Cleaning Circuit Technology
Connections
• 7 HDMI Inputs and 1 Output
•pfor System Control
• 4 Digital Inputs (2 Optical/2 Coaxial)
• Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/1 Output)
• Banana Plug-Compatible Speaker Posts
*In Europe, using banana plugs to connect speakers to an audio
amplifier is prohibited.
• Zone 2 Pre/Line Out
• IR Input/Output and 12 V Triggers
• RS-232C Port for Interface Control
• Internet Radio Connectivity
• Network Capability for Streaming Audio Files
• 2 USB Inputs (Front/Rear) for Memory Devices and
iPod®/iPhone®models
*Only the front-panel USB input is compatible with
iPod/iPhone.
Miscellaneous
• 40 FM/AM Presets
• Audyssey 2EQ®to correct room acoustic problems
• Audyssey Dynamic EQ®for loudness correction
• Audyssey Dynamic Volume®to maintain optimal
listening level and dynamic range
• Crossover Adjustment
(40/45/50/55/60/70/80/90/100/110/120/130/150/200 Hz)
• A/V Sync Control Function (up to 800 ms)
• Auto Standby Function
• On-Screen Display via HDMI
• Preprogrammed u-Compatible Remote
Thank you for purchasing a TASCAM AV
receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and plugging in the unit.
Following the instructions in this manual will
enable you to obtain optimum performance and
listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.
Please retain this manual for future reference.

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Front & Rear Panels
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
aSTANDBY/ON button (18)
bZONE 2, OFF buttons (64)
cRemote control sensor (4)
dDisplay (8)
eLISTENING MODE buttons (35)
fDIMMER button (North American models) (41)
gMEMORY button (30)
hTUNING MODE button (29)
iDISPLAY button (41)
jSETUP button (46)
kTUNING q/w(29), PRESET e/r(30), cursor and
ENTER buttons
lRETURN button
mMASTER VOLUME control (21)
nMUSIC OPTIMIZER button and indicator (North
American models) (42, 45)
oPHONES jack (42)
pTONE and Tone Level buttons (44, 65)
qInput selector buttons (21)
rVIDEO jack (15)
sUSB port (15)
tSETUP MIC jack (33)
uHYBRID STANDBY indicator (47)
vPURE AUDIO button and indicator (European
models) (35)
wRT/PTY/TP button (European models) (30)
xRack-mounting bracket (4)
Front Panel
(North American models) (European models)
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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
aZ2 (Zone 2) indicator (64)
b3D indicator
This lights when a 3D input signal is detected.
cHeadphone indicator (42)
d1, 3and cursor indicators (23)
eListening mode and format indicators (35, 57)
fAudyssey indicator (32, 53)
Dynamic EQ indicator (53)
Dynamic Vol indicator (54)
gM.Opt indicator (45)
hTuning indicators
RDS indicator (excluding North American models)
(30)
AUTO indicator (29)
TUNED indicator (29)
FM STEREO indicator (29)
iMUTING indicator (42)
jInput indicators (85)
HDMI indicator (61)
DIGITAL indicator
kARC indicator (61)
lUSB indicator (23, 24)
mNET indicator (24 to 28, 63)
nMessage area
oSLEEP indicator (41)
pChannel/Unit indicators
ch indicator
Hz indicator
m/ft indicator
dB indicator
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aDIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks
bCOMPONENT VIDEO IN and OUT jacks
cUSB port
dETHERNET port
eFM ANTENNA jack and AM ANTENNA terminal
fHDMI IN and OUT jacks
gRS-232C jack
Terminal for control.
hIR IN and OUT jacks
i12V TRIGGER OUT jacks
jAC INLET
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lComposite video and analog audio jacks
(BD/DVD IN, CBL/SAT IN, GAME IN, PC IN,
TV/CD IN)
mMONITOR OUT V jack
nZONE 2 PRE/LINE OUT jacks
oPRE OUT jacks
(SURR BACK or FRONT HIGH, SUBWOOFER)
pSPEAKERS terminals
(CENTER, FRONT, SURROUND)
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Remote Controller
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
a8RECEIVER button (18)
bREMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons (21)
cq/w/e/rand ENTER buttons
dQ SETUP button (43)
eListening Mode buttons (35)
fDIMMER button (41)
gMUTING button (42)
hDISPLAY button (41)
iVOL q/wbutton (21)
jRETURN button
kHOME button (40)
lSLEEP button (41)
■Controlling the tuner
To control the AV receiver’s tuner, press AM or FM (or
RECEIVER).
aq/wbuttons (29)
bD.TUN button (29)
cDISPLAY button
dCH +/– button (30)
eNumber buttons (29)
*1 To control a component, you must first enter the remote
control code.
See “Entering Remote Control Codes” for more details
(➔page 70).
*2 These buttons can also be used when a REMOTE MODE
other than Receiver mode is selected.
Controlling the AV Receiver
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Receiver mode.
You can also use the remote controller to control
TEAC(Esoteric)/TASCAM Blu-ray Disc/DVD player,
CD player, and other components.
See “Entering Remote Control Codes” for more
details (➔page 70).

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Connections
Connecting the AV
Receiver
Speaker Configuration
The following table indicates the channels you should use
depending on the number of speakers that you have.
No matter how many speakers you use, a powered
subwoofer is recommended for a really powerful and solid
bass.
To get the best from your surround sound system, you need
to set the speaker settings automatically (➔page 32) or
manually (➔page 50).
*1 If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it to
the SURR BACK or FRONT HIGH L PRE OUT terminals.
*2 Front high and surround back speakers cannot be used at the
same time.
Connecting Your Speakers
Number of speakers 2 3 4 5 6 7 7
Front speakers ✔✔✔✔✔✔✔
Center speaker ✔✔✔✔✔
Surround speakers ✔✔✔✔✔
Surround back speaker*1*2 ✔
Surround back speakers*2 ✔
Front high speakers*2 ✔
Connecting the Speaker Cables
The following illustration shows how to connect the speakers to each pair of terminals.
Tip
• You can specify whether surround back or front high speakers are connected in the “Speaker Configuration” menu (➔page 50) or during
Audyssey 2EQ®Room Correction and Speaker Setup (➔page 32).
■7.2-channel playback
Connect your Power amplifier’s analog audio input jacks
to the AV receiver’s SURR BACK or FRONT HIGH
L/R PRE OUT jacks with audio cables.
If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it
to the SURR BACK or FRONT HIGH L PRE OUT
terminals.
■Screw-type speaker terminals
Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends
of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as
shown.
AUDIO
INPUT
LR
Front left Center
Surround right
Front right
Surround back/
Front high right
Surround back/
Front high left
Surround left
Power amplifier
1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm)

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■Banana Plugs (North American models)
• If you are using banana plugs, tighten the speaker
terminal before inserting the banana plug.
• Do not insert the speaker code directly into the center
hole of the speaker terminal.
Attaching the Speaker Cable Labels
The speaker terminals are color-coded for identification
purpose.
The supplied speaker cable labels are also color-coded and
you should attach them to the positive (+) side of each
speaker cable in accordance with the table above. Then all
you need to do is to match the color of each label to the
corresponding speaker terminal.
Speaker Connection Precautions
Read the following before connecting your speakers:
• You can connect speakers with an impedance of between
6 and 16 ohms. If you use speakers with a lower
impedance, and use the amplifier at high volume levels
for a long period of time, the built-in amp protection
circuit may be activated.
• Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before
making any connections.
• Read the instructions supplied with your speakers.
• Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other
words, connect positive (+) terminals only to positive (+)
terminals, and negative (–) terminals only to negative (–)
terminals. If you get them the wrong way around, the
sound will be out of phase and will sound unnatural.
• Unnecessarily long, or very thin speaker cables may
affect the sound quality and should be avoided.
• Be careful not to short the positive and negative wires.
Doing so may damage the AV receiver.
• Make sure the metal core of the wire does not have
contact with the AV receiver’s rear panel. Doing so may
damage the AV receiver.
• Don’t connect more than one cable to each speaker
terminal. Doing so may damage the AV receiver.
• Don’t connect one speaker to several terminals.
Using Powered Subwoofers
To find the best position for your subwoofer, while playing
a movie or some music with good bass, experiment by
placing your subwoofer at various positions within the
room, and choose the one that provides the most satisfying
results.
You can connect the powered subwoofer with two
SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jacks respectively.
The same signal is output from each jack.
Tip
• If your subwoofer is unpowered and you’re using an external
amplifier, connect the subwoofer pre out jack to an input on the
amplifier.
Speaker Color
Front left, Front high left White
Front right, Front high right Red
Center Green
Surround left Blue
Surround right Gray
Surround back left Brown
Surround back right Tan
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LINEINPUT
LINE INPUT
LINE INPUT
Powered subwoofer
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Connecting AV components
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*1 If your TV doesn’t support Audio Return Channel (ARC), you
need to connect an optical digital cable together with the
HDMI cable to the AV receiver.
• Before making any AV connections, read the manuals
supplied with your AV components.
• Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed and
double-checked all AV connections.
• Push plugs in all the way to make
good connections (loose connections
can cause noise or malfunctions).
• To prevent interference, keep audio
and video cables away from power
cords and speaker cables.
AV Cables and Jacks
■HDMI
HDMI connections can carry digital video and audio.
■Component video
Component video separates the luminance (Y) and color
difference signals (PB, PR), providing the best picture
quality (some TV manufacturers label their component
video sockets slightly differently).
■Composite video
Composite video is commonly used on TVs, DVDs, and
other video equipment.
■Optical digital audio
Optical digital connections allow you to enjoy digital
sound such as PCM*2, Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio
quality is the same as coaxial.
■Coaxial digital audio
Coaxial digital connections allow you to enjoy digital
sound such as PCM*2, Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio
quality is the same as optical.
■Analog audio (RCA)
Analog audio connections (RCA) carry analog audio.
*2 For PCM signals, the supported sampling rates are
32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz. With HDMI connections, 176.4 and
192 kHz are also supported.
Note
• The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs.
• The AV receiver’s optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers
that open when an optical plug is inserted and close when it’s
removed. Push plugs in all the way.
Caution
• To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical plug straight
when inserting and removing.
About AV Connections
HDMI cable
Other cables
: Video & Audio
: Video
Game console
Blu-ray Disc/
DVD player
TV, projector, etc.
AV receiver
TV, projector, etc.
AV receiver
Game console
Blu-ray Disc/
DVD player
: Audio
*1
Green
Blue
Red
Yellow
Right!
Wrong!
Y
PB
PR
Orange
White
Red

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*If your TV doesn’t support Audio Return Channel (ARC), you
need to connect an optical digital cable together with the HDMI
cable to the AV receiver.
*When listening to an HDMI component through the AV
receiver, set the HDMI component so that its video can be seen
on the TV screen (on the TV, select the input of the HDMI
component connected to the AV receiver). If the TV power is off
or the TV is set to another input source, this may result in no
sound from the AV receiver or the sound may be cut off.
Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The
default input assignments are shown below.
✔: Assignment can be changed (➔page 48).
See also:
• “Connection Tips and Video Signal Path” (➔page 84)
• “Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder”
(➔page 86)
• “About HDMI” (➔page 88)
Tip
• To listen to the audio of a component connected via HDMI
through your TV’s speakers, enable “HDMI Through”
(➔page 61) and set the AV receiver to standby mode.
Note
• In the case of Blu-ray Disc/DVD players, if no sound is output
despite following the above-mentioned procedure, set your Blu-
ray Disc/DVD player’s HDMI audio settings to PCM.
■Audio Return Channel (ARC) function
The Audio Return Channel (ARC) function enables an
HDMI capable TV to send the audio stream to HDMI OUT
on the AV receiver.
• This function can be used when:
– Your TV is ARC capable, and
–TheTV/CD input selector is selected, and
–“HDMI Control(RIHD)” is set to “On”(➔page 60), and
–“Audio Return Channel” is set to “Auto” (➔page 61).
Connecting Components with HDMI
Game console
TV, projector, etc.
Satellite/cable set-top box, etc.
Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
Personal computer
Camcorder, etc.
Jack Components
IN1 Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔
IN2 Satellite/cable set-top box, etc. ✔
IN3 Game console ✔
IN4 Personal computer ✔
IN5 Camcorder, etc. ✔
IN6 Other components ✔
IN7 Other components ✔
OUT TV, projector, etc.

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Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The
default input assignments are shown below. See
“Connection Tips and Video Signal Path” for more
information (➔page 84).
✔: Assignment can be changed (➔page 49).
Note
*1 When the USB input is selected, you can input video signals
from the VIDEO jack. Video signals input from VIDEO will
be output from the MONITOR OUT and HDMI output jacks.
*2 Do not connect the AV receiver’s USB port to a USB port on
your computer. Music on your computer cannot be played
through the AV receiver in this way.
*3 Only the front-panel USB input is compatible with
iPod/iPhone.
*4 Connect a turntable (MM) that has a phono preamp built-in. If
your turntable (MM) doesn’t have it, you’ll need a
commercially available phono preamp.
If your turntable has a moving coil (MC) type cartridge, you’ll
need a commercially available MC head amp or MC
transformer as well as a phono preamp. See your turntable’s
manual for details.
• With connection C, you can enjoy Dolby Digital and
DTS. (To listen in Zone 2 as well, use Cand G.)
• With connection G, you can enjoy audio from external
components while you are in Zone 2.
• With connection G, if your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
has both the main stereo and multichannel outputs, be
sure to connect the main stereo.
Connecting Your Components
The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that is
connected to HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to
other video outputs, use the AV receiver’s display
when changing settings.
BA
CD G HEFB
No. Jack/Port Components
AUSB, VIDEO*1 iPod/iPhone (video
playback)
BUSB*2*3 iPod/iPhone, MP3 player,
USB flash drive
CDIGITAL IN
OPTICAL 1 (GAME) Game consoles ✔
OPTICAL 2 (TV/CD) TV, CD player ✔
COAXIAL 1 (BD/DVD) Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔
COAXIAL 2 (CBL/SAT) Satellite/cable set-top box,
etc.
✔
DCOMPONENT VIDEO
IN 1 (BD/DVD) Blu-ray Disc/DVD player,
RI dock
✔
IN 2 (CBL/SAT) Satellite/cable set-top box,
RI dock, etc.
✔
OUT TV, projector, etc.
EETHERNET Router
FVIDEO IN
1 (BD/DVD) Blu-ray Disc/DVD player ✔
2 (CBL/SAT) Satellite/cable set-top box,
etc.
✔
3 (GAME) Game console, RI dock ✔
4 (PC) Personal computer ✔
GAUDIO IN
BD/DVD IN Blu-ray Disc/DVD player
CBL/SAT IN Satellite/cable set-top box,
etc.
GAME IN Game console, RI dock
PC IN Personal computer
TV/CD IN TV, CD player, cassette
tape deck, MD, CD-R,
Turntable*4, RI dock
HMONITOR OUT TV, projector, etc.
No. Jack/Port Components

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With u(Remote Interactive), you can use the following
special functions:
■System On/Auto Power On
When you start playback on a component connected via
u, while the AV receiver is on standby, the AV
receiver will automatically turn on and select that
component as the input source.
■Direct Change
When playback is started on a component connected via
u, the AV receiver automatically selects that
component as the input source.
■Remote Control
You can use the AV receiver’s remote controller to
control your other u-capable components, pointing the
remote controller at the AV receiver’s remote control
sensor instead of the component. You must enter the
appropriate remote control code first (➔page 71).
Note
•Useonlyucables for uconnections. ucables are supplied
with u-capable components.
• Some components have two ujacks. You can connect either
one to the AV receiver. The other jack is for connecting
additional u-capable components.
• Connect only u-capable components to ujacks. Connecting
other manufacturer’s components may cause a malfunction.
• Some components may not support all ufunctions. Refer to the
manuals supplied with your u-capable components.
• While Zone 2 is on, the System On/Auto Power On and Direct
Change ufunctions do not work.
Connecting RI Components
1Make sure that each u-capable component is
connected with an analog audio cable (connection G
in the hookup examples) (➔page 15).
2Make the uconnection (see the illustration).
3If you’re using an RI Dock, or cassette tape deck,
change the Input Display (➔page 41).
LR
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
LR
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
e.g., cassette tape deck
RI Dock

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This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna.
The AV receiver won’t pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna to use
the tuner.
Note
• Once your AV receiver is ready for use, you’ll need to tune into a radio station and position the antenna to achieve the best possible
reception.
• Keep the AM loop antenna as far away as possible from your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords.
Tip
• If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead.
• If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor AM loop antenna, try using it with a commercially available outdoor AM
antenna.
Connecting the Antennas
Thumbtacks, etc.
Insert the plug fully
into the jack.
Insert the plug fully
into the jack.
North American models European models
Push. Insert wire. Release.
Assembling the AM loop antenna
Indoor FM antenna (supplied)AM loop antenna (supplied)
Caution
• Be careful not to injure yourself
when using thumbtacks.
Note
• Before connecting the power cord, connect all of your
speakers and AV components.
• Turning on the AV receiver may cause a momentary power surge
that might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same
circuit. If this is a problem, plug the AV receiver into a different
branch circuit.
• Do not use a power cord other than the one supplied with the AV
receiver. The supplied power cord is designed exclusively for use
with the AV receiver and should not be used with any other
equipment.
• Never disconnect the power cord from the AV receiver while the
other end is still plugged into a wall outlet. Doing so may cause
an electric shock. Always disconnect the power cord from the
wall outlet first, and then the AV receiver.
Connecting the Power Cord
1Connect the supplied power cord to the AV
receiver’s AC INLET.
2Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.
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Turning On & Basic Operations
Turning On/Off the AV
Receiver
Tip
•TheHYBRID STANDBY indicator may light depending on the
status of settings (➔page 47).
• For details on power management settings, see “Auto Standby”
(➔page 62).
8RECEIVER
RECEIVER
STANDBY/ON
Turning On
1Press STANDBY/ON on the front panel.
or
Press RECEIVER followed by 8RECEIVER on the
remote controller.
The AV receiver comes on and its display lights.
Turning Off
1Press STANDBY/ON on the front panel.
or
Press RECEIVER followed by 8RECEIVER on the
remote controller.
The AV receiver will enter standby mode. To prevent
any loud surprises when you turn on the AV receiver,
always turn down the volume before you turn it off.
■Smooth Operation in a Few Easy Steps
(Initial Setup)
To ensure smooth operation, here’s a few easy steps to
help you configure the AV receiver before you use it for
the very first time. These settings only need to be made
once. See “Initial Setup” for details (➔page 19).
■If the “Firmware Update Available” window
appears.
When a new version of the firmware is available, the
notification window “Firmware Update Available”
pops up. This notification only appears when the AV
receiver is connected to your home network
(➔page 89). To perform the firmware update, follow
the instructions on screen.
Use q/wand ENTER on the AV receiver or remote
controller to select one of the options.
`Update Now:
Starts the firmware update.
Refer to “Firmware Update” (➔page 80).
`Remind me Later:
The update notification will pop up again the next
time you turn the AV receiver on.
`Never Remind me:
Disables the automatic update notification.
Tip
• The update notification window can be enabled or disabled in
“Update Notice” (➔page 63).

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Initial Setup
This section explains the settings that we recommend you
to make before using the AV receiver for the very first
time. A setup wizard is launched upon first-time use to let
you perform those settings.
This step determines the language used for the onscreen
setup menus. See “Language” in “OSD Setup”
(➔page 59).
Tip
• Pressing HOME will close the setup wizard. To restart the initial
setup, select “Initial Setup” in the “Hardware Setup” menu
(➔page 63).
After selecting the language for on-screen setup menus, a
welcome screen is displayed.
This step performs the automatic speaker setup.
The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that is
connected to HDMI OUT.
Selecting the Language for the
Onscreen Setup Menus
1Use q/won the AV receiver or remote controller to
select one of the following options, and then press
ENTER.
`Yes:
Continues to “Audyssey 2EQ: Auto Setup”.
`No:
Skips the settings and terminates the initial
setup. The setup wizard goes to “Terminating the
Initial Setup”. You can always restart the initial
setup by selecting “Initial Setup” in the
“Hardware Setup” menu (➔page 63).
1st Step : Audyssey 2EQ: Auto Setup
2nd Step : Source Connection
3rd Step : Remote Mode Setup
4th Step : Network Connection
Yes
No
Exit
Initial Setup
HOME
Welcome to initial setup. Have you connected all the speakers and devices?
Before starting, please connect speakers and sources.
Now, would you like to start initial setup?
Audyssey 2EQ: Auto Setup
1Use q/wto select one of the following options, and
then press ENTER.
`Do it Now:
The automatic speaker setup is performed
following instructions on screen. Refer to step 2
of “Using the Automatic Speaker Setup”
(➔page 33). When this setting is complete, the
setup wizard continues to “Source Connection”.
`Do it Later:
Skips this setting.
Press ENTER and continue to “Source
Connection”.

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This step checks the connection of source components. With this step, you can enter remote control codes for the
components you want to operate.
This step checks your network connection.
This step ends the initial setup process.
Source Connection
1Use q/wto select one of the following options, and
then press ENTER.
`Yes, Continue:
Performs the checkings.
`No, Skip:
Skips this step and continues to “Remote Mode
Setup”.
2Select the input selector for which you want to
check the connection and press ENTER.
The picture of the corresponding source should appear
on screen with a verification prompt.
3When prompted, use q/wto select one of the
following options and then press ENTER.
`Yes:
Confirms that the source is properly displayed.
`No:
Displays an error report. Follow the
troubleshooting instructions and recheck the
source.
4Use q/wto select one of the following options, and
then press ENTER.
`Yes:
Returns to step 2.
`No, Done Checking:
The setup wizard continues to “Remote Mode
Setup”.
Remote Mode Setup
1Use q/wto select one of the following options, and
then press ENTER.
`Yes:
Performs the remote control code input. Refer to
step 5 of “Looking up for Remote Control
Codes” (➔page 69).
`No, Skip:
Skips this step and continues to “Network
Connection”.
2When you’re finished, select one of the following
options and press ENTER.
`Yes, Done:
The setup wizard continues to “Network
Connection”.
`No, not yet:
You can enter other remote control codes.
Network Connection
1Use q/wto select one of the following options, and
then press ENTER.
`Yes:
Performs the checkings.
`No, Skip:
Skips this step and terminates the initial setup.
2Follow the instructions on screen to perform the
network checking.
The checking is complete when the message
“Successfully connected.” appears at the middle of
the screen. Press ENTER to terminate the initial
setup.
3If an error message appears, select one of the
following options and press ENTER.
`Retry:
Performs the checking again.
`No, Do it Later:
Skips this step and terminates the initial setup.
The setup wizard goes to “Terminating the
Initial Setup”.
Terminating the Initial Setup
1Press ENTER.
To restart the initial setup, select “Initial Setup” in
the “Hardware Setup” menu (➔page 63).