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AV Receiver
HT-RC270

Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and plugging in the unit.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Contents
Introduction ...................................2
Connections.................................13
Turning On & Basic Operations ......24
Advanced Operations .................41
Controlling iPod & Other
Components............................71
Others...........................................82
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    AV Receiver HT-RC270 Instruction Manual Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction 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 QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

  • Page 3: Precautions

    If water or any other liquid gets inside this unit, have it checked by your Onkyo dealer. 8. Handling Notes • If you need to transport this unit, use the original packaging to pack it how it was when you originally bought it.

  • Page 4: Supplied Accessories

    Supplied Accessories Make sure you have the following accessories: Indoor FM antenna (➔ AM loop antenna (➔ Speaker cable labels (➔ Speaker setup microphone (➔ Remote controller and two batteries (AA/R6) In catalogs and on packaging, the letter at the end of the prod- uct name indicates the color.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Looking up for Remote Control Code ... 76 Entering Remote Control Codes... 77 Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via u ... 77 Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons ... 78 Resetting the Remote Controller ... 78 Controlling Other Components ... 78 Learning Commands ...

  • Page 6: Features

    Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.” HD Radio™ and the HD Radio Ready logo are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corporation. To receive HD Radio broadcasts, you must install an Onkyo UP-HT1 HD Radio tuner module (sold separately). ®*4 to Correct Room Acoustic Prob- ®*4...
  • Page 7 SIRIUS, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc. and its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Service not available in Alaska and Hawaii. THX Select2 Plus Before any home theater component can be THX Select2 Plus certified, it must pass a rigorous series of quality and performance tests.

  • Page 8: Front & Rear Panels

    Front & Rear Panels Front Panel The actual front panel has various logos printed on it. They are not shown here for clarity. The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item. a ON/STANDBY button (➔...

  • Page 9: Display

    Display For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. a Speaker/channel indicators b Z2 (Powered Zone 2) indicator (➔ c Listening mode and format indicators d NETWORK indicator (➔ e Tuning indicators AUTO indicator (➔ TUNED indicator (➔ FM STEREO indicator (➔...

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel a DIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks b u REMOTE CONTROL jack c UNIVERSAL PORT jack d ETHERNET port e MONITOR OUT V and S jacks f HDMI IN and OUT jacks g COMPONENT VIDEO IN and MONITOR OUT jacks h FM ANTENNA jack and AM ANTENNA terminal i PC IN port...

  • Page 11: Remote Controller

    Controlling the AV Receiver To control the AV receiver, press RECEIVER to select Receiver mode. You can also use the remote controller to control Onkyo Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, CD player and other components. See “Entering Remote Control Codes” for more 77).

  • Page 12: About Home Theater

    With Blu-ray Discs or DVDs, you can enjoy DTS and Dolby Digital. With analog or digital TV, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6, or Onkyo’s original DSP lis- tening modes.

  • Page 13: Connections

    Connections Connecting the AV Receiver Connecting Your Speakers Speaker Configuration The following table indicates the channels you should use depending on the number of speakers that you have. For 7.1-channel surround-sound playback, you need 7 speakers and a powered subwoofer. Number of 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 7 8 8 9 9 9 10 11 speakers...
  • Page 14 Connecting the Speaker Cables 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. Using Banana Plugs • If you are using banana plugs, tighten the speaker terminal before inserting the banana plug. •...
  • Page 15 Using Dipole Speakers You can use dipole speakers for the surround and surround back speakers. Dipole speakers output the same sound in two directions. Dipole speakers typically have an arrow printed on them to indicate how they should be positioned. The surround dipole speakers should be positioned so that their arrows point toward the TV/screen, while the surround back dipole speak- ers should be positioned so that their arrows point toward...
  • Page 16 Bi-amping the Front Speakers The FRONT L/R and SURR BACK L/R terminal posts can be used with front speakers and surround back speakers respec- tively, or bi-amped to provide separate tweeter and woofer feeds for a pair of front speakers that support bi-amping, providing improved bass and treble performance.

  • Page 17: About Av Connections

    About AV Connections Connected image with AV components HDMI cable AV receiver Blu-ray Disc/ DVD player TV, projector, etc. • 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. •...

  • Page 18: Connecting Your Components With Hdmi

    Connecting Your Components with HDMI VCR or DVD recorder/Digital Video Recorder Game console Personal computer Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc. Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below. ✔: Assignment can be changed Jack Input HDMI IN 1 HDMI IN 2...

  • Page 19: Connecting Your Components

    Connecting Your Components The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V, MONITOR OUT S or the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings.

  • Page 20: Connecting Onkyo U Components

    AV receiver. The other jack is for connecting addi- tional u-capable components. • Connect only Onkyo components to u jacks. Connecting other manufacturer’s components may cause a malfunction. • Some components may not support all u functions. Refer to 27).

  • Page 21: Connecting Antenna

    Connecting Antenna 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. Insert the plug fully into the jack.

  • Page 22: Which Connections Should I Use

    Which Connections Should I Use? The AV receiver supports several connection formats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment. The format you choose will depend on the formats supported by your components. Use the following sections as a guide. The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT.
  • Page 23 Audio Connection Formats Audio component can be connected by using any of the following audio connection formats: analog, optical, coax- ial, analog multichannel, or HDMI. When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the AV receiver does not convert digital input signals for ana- log line outputs and vice versa.

  • Page 24: Turning On & Basic Operations

    Turning On & Basic Operations Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ON/STANDBY STANDBY indicator Turning On Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel. Press RECEIVER followed by ON on the remote controller. The AV receiver comes on, the display lights, and the STANDBY indicator goes off. Pressing the remote controller’s ON again will turn on any components connected via u.

  • Page 25: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is con- nected to the MONITOR OUT V, MONITOR OUT S or the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings. This manual describes the procedure using the remote controller unless otherwise specified.

  • Page 26: Muting The Av Receiver

    Muting the AV Receiver You can temporarily mute the output of the AV receiver. Press RECEIVER followed by MUTING. The output is muted and the MUTING indicator flashes on the display. • To unmute, press MUTING again or adjust the volume. •...

  • Page 27: Changing The Input Display

    For the PORT input selector, the name of Universal Port Option Dock will be displayed. Changing the Input Display When you connect an u-capable Onkyo component, you must configure the input display so that u can work properly. This setting can be done only from the front panel.

  • Page 28: Using Easy Macros

    Press MY MOVIE, MY TV, or MY MUSIC. MY MOVIE (default): 1. The TV connected to the AV receiver is turned 2. The Onkyo DVD player connected to the AV receiver is turned on. 3. The AV receiver is turned on.

  • Page 29: Audyssey Multeq ® Room Correction And Speaker Setup

    Audyssey MultEQ ® Room Correction and Speaker Setup With the supplied calibrated microphone, Audyssey MultEQ automatically determines the number of speakers connected, their size for purposes of bass man- agement, optimum crossover frequencies to the subwoofer (if present), and distances from the primary listening posi- tion.
  • Page 30 When you’ve finished making the settings, press ENTER. MultEQ: Auto Setup Speakers Type(Front) Powered Zone2 Subwoofer • If your front speakers are bi-amped, you must select “Bi-Amp” in the “Speakers Type(Front)” 44). For hookup information, see “Bi- setting (➔ amping the Front Speakers” •...
  • Page 31 • Writing Error! This message appears if saving fails. Try saving again. If this message appears after 2 or 3 attempts, contact your Onkyo dealer. • Speaker Detect Error This message appears if a speaker is not detected. “No” means that no speaker was detected.

  • Page 32: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the Radio This section describes the procedure using the but- tons on the front panel unless otherwise specified. Using the Tuner With the built-in tuner you can enjoy AM and FM radio stations. You can store your favorite stations as presets for quick selection.

  • Page 33: Presetting Fm/Am Stations

    Presetting FM/AM Stations You can store a combination of up to 40 of your favorite FM/AM radio stations as presets. Tune into the FM/AM station that you want to store as a preset. See the previous section. Press MEMORY. The preset number flashes. While the preset number is flashing (about 8 sec- onds), use PRESET e/r to select a preset from 1 through 40.

  • Page 34: Recording

    Recording This section explains how to record the selected input source to a component with recording capability, and how to record audio and video from different sources. Connecting a Recording Component Cassette, CDR, MD, VCR, DVD recorder Note • The AV receiver must be turned on for recording. Recording is not possible while it’s in Standby mode.

  • Page 35: Using The Listening Modes

    Using the Listening Modes Selecting Listening Modes See “About Listening Modes” for detailed information about the listening modes Listening Mode Buttons Press RECEIVER first. MUSIC MOVIE/TV MOVIE/TV button This button selects the listening modes intended for use with movies and TV. MUSIC button This button selects the listening modes intended for use with music.

  • Page 36: About Listening Modes

    About Listening Modes The AV receiver’s listening modes can transform your listening room into a movie theater or concert hall, with high fidel- ity and stunning surround sound. Explanatory Notes SP LAYOUT LISTENING MODE ■ Input Source The following audio formats are supported by the listening mode. This is mono (monophonic) sound.

  • Page 37: Listening Modes

    Listening Modes Listening Mode Description Pure Audio In this mode, the display and video circuitry are turned off, minimizing pos- sible noise sources for the ultimate in high-fidelity audio reproduction. (As P u r e A u d i o the video circuitry is turned off, only video signals input through HDMI IN can be output from HDMI OUT.
  • Page 38 Listening Mode Description DTS-HD High (Continued from the previous page.) Resolution Audio D T S – H D H R DTS-HD Master Audio D T S – H D M S T R DTS Express D T S E x p r e s s D S D DTS 96/24 This mode is for use with DTS 96/24 sources.
  • Page 39 Listening Mode Description Founded by George Lucas, THX develops stringent standards that ensure movies are reproduced in movie theaters and home theaters just as the direc- T H X C i n e m a tor intended. THX Modes carefully optimize the tonal and spatial character- istics of the soundtrack for reproduction in the home-theater environment.
  • Page 40 Onkyo-Original DSP Listening Modes Listening Mode Description Orchestra Suitable for classical or operatic music, this mode emphasizes the surround channels in order to widen the stereo image, and simulates the natural rever- O r c h e s t r a beration of a large hall.

  • Page 41: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations Advanced Setup On-screen Setup Menus The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is con- nected to the MONITOR OUT V, MONITOR OUT S or the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings.

  • Page 42: Input/Output Assign

    Explanatory Notes Main menu ■ Subwoofer Yes: Select if a subwoofer is connected. Select if no subwoofer is connected. a Menu selection b Setting target c Setting options (default setting underlined) Input/Output Assign Main Menu Input/Output Assign Monitor Out You can specify the output resolution for the HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT and have the AV receiver upconvert the picture resolution as neces- sary to match the resolution supported by your TV.

  • Page 43: Digital Audio Input

    Note • If no video component is connected to HDMI OUT (even if the HDMI input is assigned), the AV receiver selects the video source based on the setting of “Component Video Input”. • When an HDMI IN is assigned to an input selector as explained here, the same HDMI IN will be set as a priority in the “Digital 43).

  • Page 44: Speaker Setup

    Speaker Setup Main menu Speaker Setup Some of the settings in this section are set automatically ® by Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker 29). Setup function (➔ Here you can check the settings made by Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup function, or set them manually, which is useful if you change one of the connected speakers after using Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup...
  • Page 45 ■ Surr Back Ch 1ch: Select if only one surround back speaker is con- nected. 2ch: Select if two (left and right) surround back speakers are connected. Note • If the “Surr Back” setting is set to “None” cannot be selected. ■...
  • Page 46 Equalizer Settings This setting is set automatically by Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup function With the Equalizer settings, you can adjust the tone of speakers individually with a 7-band equalizer. The volume of each speaker can be set (➔...

  • Page 47: Audio Adjust

    ■ Preserve THX Settings Yes: Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® Audyssey Dynamic Volume ® will not be active in THX listening mode. Audyssey Dynamic EQ/ Audyssey Dynamic Volume will be active in THX listening mode depending on the setting. Note • This setting is fixed at “Yes” if “Loudness Plus” is set to “On”. THX Loudness Plus THX Loudness Plus is a new volume control technology featured in THX Ultra2 Plus™...

  • Page 48: Source Setup

    ■ PLIIz Height Gain The Height Gain Control in Dolby Pro Logic IIz enables the listener to select how much gain is applied to the front high speakers. There are three settings, “Low”, “Mid” and “High”, and the front high speakers are accentuated in that order.
  • Page 49 With Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® , you can enjoy great sound even when listening at low volume levels. Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deterio- rating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics. It does so by selecting the correct frequency response and surround volume levels moment-by-moment so that the content sounds the way it was created at any volume...
  • Page 50 About Audyssey Dynamic Volume Audyssey Dynamic Volume solves the problem of large variations in volume level between television programs, commercials, and between the soft and loud passages of movies. Dynamic Volume looks at the preferred volume setting by the user and then monitors how the volume of program material is being perceived by listeners in real time to decide whether an adjustment is needed.
  • Page 51 Note • To name a radio preset, use TUNER to select AM or FM, and 33). then select the preset (➔ • “Name Edit” is not operable when the input selector is set to “NET/USB”. To restore a custom name to the default, erase the custom name by entering an empty white space for each letter.

  • Page 52: Listening Mode Preset

    ■ Edge Enhancement 0 to +10 With this setting you can adjust the sharpness of edges in the picture. “0” is the softest. “+10” is the sharpest. ■ Noise Reduction Off: Noise reduction off. Low: Low noise reduction. Mid: Medium noise reduction. High: High noise reduction.

  • Page 53: Miscellaneous

    ■ Remote ID 1, 2, or 3 When several Onkyo components are used in the same room, their remote ID codes may overlap. To differenti- ate the AV receiver from the other components, you can change its remote ID from “1”, to “2” or “3”.
  • Page 54 HDMI ■ Audio TV Out Off: The audio is not output from the HDMI output. The audio is output from the HDMI output. This preference determines whether the incoming audio signal is output from the HDMI OUT. You may want to turn this preference on if your TV is connected to the HDMI OUT and you want to listen to the audio from a connected component through your TV’s speakers.
  • Page 55 See “Network Settings” Firmware Update Note • Perform the firmware update only when an announcement is posted on the Onkyo web site. See the Onkyo web site for latest information. • It takes about 30 minutes to complete the firmware update. ■...

  • Page 56: Lock Setup

    Lock Setup With this preference, you can protect your settings by locking the setup menus. Main menu Lock Setup ■ Setup Locked: Setup menus locked. Unlocked: Setup menus not locked. When the setup menus are locked, you cannot change any setting.
  • Page 57 Speaker Levels You can adjust the volume of each speaker while listening to an input source. These temporary adjustments are cancelled when the AV receiver is set to Standby. To save the setting you made 45) before setting the here, go to “Level Calibration” (➔...
  • Page 58 Audio Selector You can set priorities of audio output when there are both digital and analog inputs. ■ Audio Selector ARC: The audio signal from your TV tuner can be sent to the HDMI OUT of the AV receiver. With this selection the TV’s audio can be automati- cally selected as a priority among other assignments.

  • Page 59: Net/Usb

    NET/USB About NET The AV receiver is network-ready, which means you can hook it up to your home network with a standard Ethernet cable and enjoy the music files stored on your computer or media server. If your network is connected to the Internet, you can also enjoy Internet radio.

  • Page 60: Listening To Internet Radio

    Internet radio stations and podcasts at any time. To enhance your Internet radio experience, the http://onkyo.vtuner.com/ portal is available to you as an easy way to browse to find stations, set up/organize your favorites, add your own stations, get help, etc. After the...

  • Page 61: Playing Music Files On A Server

    Registering Presets Once you’ve added a station to the list, simply select it on the Internet Radio screen, and then press ENTER to start playback. From the search results you can preset the stations and songs but cannot listen to them directly. ■...
  • Page 62 Use q/w to select a music file, and press ENTER or 1 to start playback. Playback starts and the following screen appears. My favorite song 1 4 / 10 My favorite song 1 Artist name My favorite album 0:00:00 MP3 128kbps 44.1kHz •...
  • Page 63 ■ WMA Lossless • Sampling rates of 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz and bitrates of between 5 kbps and 320 kbps are sup- ported. Incompatible files cannot be played. • Quantization bit: 16 bit, 24 bit • Number of channels: 2 •...

  • Page 64: Remote Playback From Media Server/Personal Computer

    Remote Playback from Media Server/ Personal Computer Remote Playback means you can play the music files stored on the DLNA-certified device such as media server with this product by operating the controller device in the home network. Server Requirements • Windows Media Player 12 •...

  • Page 65: Network Settings

    Network Settings Note • When modifying network settings, after modifying it is neces- sary to execute “Save”. This section explains how to configure the AV receiver’s network settings manually. If your router’s DHCP server is enabled, you don’t need to change any of these settings, as the AV receiver is set use DHCP to configure itself automatically by default (i.e., DHCP is set to Enable).

  • Page 66: About Usb

    ■ Gateway If you set the “DHCP” setting to “Disable”, you must specify a gateway address. Enter the gateway address provided by your ISP. ■ DNS Server If you set the “DHCP” setting to “Disable”, you must specify a DNS server. Enter the DNS server addresses provided by your ISP.
  • Page 67 MP3 player’s instruction manual for details. • Protected WMA music files on an MP3 player cannot be played. • Onkyo accepts no responsibility whatsoever for the loss or dam- 01:12:34 age to data stored on a USB mass storage device when that device is used with the AV receiver.

  • Page 68: Zone 2

    Zone 2 In addition to your main listening room, you can also enjoy playback in the other room, or as we call Multi Zone. And, you can select a different source for each room. Connecting Zone 2 There are two ways you can connect Zone 2 speakers: 1.

  • Page 69: Setting The Powered Zone 2

    Setting the Powered Zone 2 If you’ve connected your Zone 2 speakers to the AV receiver, as explained in “Connecting Your Zone 2 Speak- ers Directly to the AV receiver” (➔ 68), you must set the “Powered Zone2” setting to “Act” (Activated). Press RECEIVER followed by SETUP.
  • Page 70 Controlling Zone 2 with the Remote Controller STANDBY INPUT SELECTOR Note • To control Zone 2, you must press the remote controller’s ZONE2 first. • ZONE2 turns red while Zone 2 is on. Press ZONE2, then point the remote controller at the AV receiver and press ON.

  • Page 71: Controlling Ipod & Other Components

    Controlling iPod & Other Components Controlling iPod Connecting the iPod Directly to the USB Port USB can be used to play music files stored on iPod/ iPhone, which can be plugged into the AV receiver’s USB port. USB port Playing Music Files on the iPod/iPhone This section explains how to play music files on the iPod/ iPhone.

  • Page 72: Connecting An Onkyo Dock

    The following iPod models are not supported in Standard Mode. These iPod models can only be controlled in Extended Mode. • iPod (5th generation) • iPod nano (1st generation) Connecting an Onkyo Dock Onkyo Dock UP-A1 Dock (Universal Port Option Dock) RI Dock Models sold are different depending on the region.

  • Page 73: Using The Onkyo Dock

    Using the Onkyo Dock Dock is sold separately. For the latest information on the Onkyo Dock compo- nents, see the Onkyo web site at: http://www.onkyo.com Before using the Onkyo Dock components, update your iPod with the latest software, available from the Apple web site.

  • Page 74: Controlling Your Ipod

    RI Dock With the RI Dock, you can easily play the music stored on your Apple iPod through the AV receiver and enjoy great sound, and watch iPod slideshows and videos on your TV. In addition, the onscreen display (OSD) allows you to view, navigate, and select your iPod model’s contents on your TV, and with the supplied remote controller, you can control your iPod from the comfort of your sofa.
  • Page 75 • For detailed operation of the iPod, please refer to the instruction manual of RI Dock. This button does not turn the Onkyo DS-A2 or DS-A2X RI Dock on or off. Your iPod may not respond the first time you press this button, in which case you should press it again.

  • Page 76: Controlling Other Components

    You do not need to enter a remote control code to control these components. For details on controlling these components, see the pages indicated. BD/DVD Onkyo Blu-ray Disc player TV/CD Onkyo CD player (➔ PORT...

  • Page 77: Entering Remote Control Codes

    Press REMOTE MODE, point the remote control- ler at the AV receiver, and operate the component. If you want to control an Onkyo component by pointing the remote controller directly at it, or you want to control an Onkyo component that’s not connected via u, use the following remote control codes: •...

  • Page 78: Resetting Remote Mode Buttons

    If you want to control an Onkyo component by pointing the remote controller directly at it, use the following remote control codes: 32900: Onkyo Blu-ray Disc player 32901: Onkyo HD-DVD player 70868: Onkyo MD recorder without u 71323: Onkyo CD recorder without u...
  • Page 79 Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE first. Note • With some components, certain buttons may not work as expected, and some may not work at all. ✔: Available buttons Components Buttons ✔ a ON, STANDBY ✔ b 9, INPUT, TV VOL q/w ✔...

  • Page 80: Learning Commands

    • Remote controller buttons such as Play, Stop, Pause, and so on are preprogrammed with commands for controlling Onkyo CD players, cassette decks, and DVD players. However, they can learn new commands, and you can restore the preprogrammed commands at any time by resetting the remote controller •...
  • Page 81 Making Macros Each ACTIVITIES can store one macro, and each macro can contain up to 32 commands. ALL OFF While holding down RECEIVER, press and hold down MY MOVIE, MY TV, or MY MUSIC until MY MOVIE, MY TV, or MY MUSIC lights (about 3 seconds).

  • Page 82: Others

    Onkyo dealer. If you can’t resolve the issue yourself, try resetting the AV receiver before contacting your Onkyo dealer. To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press ON/ STANDBY.
  • Page 83 ■ Only the front speakers produce sound When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected, only the front speakers and subwoofer produce sound. In the Mono listening mode, only the front speakers output sound if the “Output Speaker” setting is set to “Left / Right”.
  • Page 84 ■ Can’t control other components — If it’s an Onkyo component, make sure that the u cable and analog audio cable are connected properly. Connecting only an u cable won’t work. Make sure you’ve selected the correct remote con- troller mode.
  • Page 85 To control an Onkyo component that’s not connected via u, point the remote controller at the compo- nent. Be sure to enter the appropriate remote control code first. The entered remote control code may not be correct. If more than one code is listed, try each one.
  • Page 86 Onkyo is not responsible for damages (such as CD rental fees) due to unsuccessful recordings caused by the unit’s malfunction. Before you record important data, make sure that the material will be recorded cor- rectly.

  • Page 87: Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier Section Rated Output Power 100 watts minimum continuous power All channels: per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.08% (FTC) 110 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven at 1 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.7% (FTC)

  • Page 88: About Hdmi

    About HDMI Designed to meet the increased demands of digital TV, HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a new digital interface standard for connecting TVs, projectors, Blu-ray Disc/DVD players, set-top boxes, and other video compo- nents. Until now, several separate video and audio cables have been required to connect AV components. With HDMI, a single cable can carry control signals, digital video, and up to eight channels of digital audio (2-channel PCM, multichan- nel digital audio, and multichannel PCM).

  • Page 89: Using An Rihd-Compatible Tv, Player, Or Recorder

    Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder p, which stands for Remote Interactive over HDMI, is the name of the system control function found on Onkyo components. The AV receiver can be used with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which allows system control over HDMI and is part of the HDMI standard.
  • Page 90 ■ How to connect and setup Confirm the connecting and setting. 1. Connect the HDMI OUT jack to the HDMI input jack of the TV. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, etc. AV receiver DIGITAL AUDIO connection (OPTICAL) TV, projector, etc. 2. Connect the audio output from the TV to the OPTICAL IN 2 jack of the AV receiver using an optical digital cable.

  • Page 91: Video Resolution Chart

    Video Resolution Chart The following tables show how video signals at different resolutions are output by the AV receiver. NTSC/PAL Output HDMI 1080p 1080i 720p Input ✔ HDMI 1080p ✔ 1080i ✔ 720p ✔ 480p ✔ 480i ✔ Component 1080p ✔...
  • Page 92 Unit 1 & 12, 9/F, Ever Gain Plaza Tower 1, 88, Container Port Road, Kwai Chung, N.T., Hong Kong. Tel: 852-2429-3118 Fax: 852-2428-9039 http://www.ch.onkyo.com/ SN 29400352 (C) Copyright 2010 ONKYO CORPORATION Japan. All rights reserved. Y1004-1 * 2 9 4 0 0 3 5 2 *...

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