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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.
Contents
Before using
Facilities and connections
Setup and operation
Remote controller
Appendix
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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    AV Receiver TX-DS797 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.

  • Page 2: Before Using Important Safeguards

    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.

  • Page 3: Precautions

    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 to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Operating components not reached by the remote controller signals (IR IN/OUT) ... 22 If the remote controller signal does not reach the TX-DS797 remote sensor ... 22 If the remote controller signal does not reach other components ... 22 Connecting the power ... 23 Connecting antennas ...
  • Page 5 Changing the audio mode ... 53 Enjoying the multichannel output ... 53 Enjoying music in the remote zone ... 54 Playing music using the buttons on the TX-DS797 ... 54 Selecting an input source using the remote controller .. 54 Recording a source ... 55 To record the input source signal you are currently watching or listening to ...

  • Page 6: Features

    I 6 Assignable Digital Inputs (3 optical/3 coaxial), 1 outputs, and 1 Digital Input (optical) Supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with the TX-DS797. AM loop antenna × 1 Remote controller × 1 Batteries (AA, R6 or UM-3) × 2...

  • Page 7: Before Using This Unit

    SURR BACK SPEAKER VOLTAGE SELECTOR 120V MODEL NO. / TX-DS797 220-230V 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 infrared rays may cause operational interference.

  • Page 8: Front Panel Facilities

    Front panel facilities Here is an explanation of the controls and displays on the front panel of the TX-DS797. Front panel STANDBY/ON STANDBY POWER UPSAMPLING ZONE PHONES AUDIO SELECTOR DIRECT STEREO SURROUND Front panel display Rec out indicator Sleep indicator...
  • Page 9 Front display REC OUT/ZONE 2/OFF buttons [54, 55] These buttons allow you to use the TX-DS797 to output to a remote zone (Zone 2) or to another component for recording purposes (Rec Out). Press the REC OUT button to output the audio and video signals to a recording component for recording purposes.

  • Page 10: Remote Controller

    DS797 in standby and does not turn the power completely off. SLEEP button [52] Sets the sleep function. The SLEEP button enables you to set the TX-DS797 to turn off automatically after a specified time period. DIRECT MACRO button [68] For executing and programming the Direct Macro function.
  • Page 11 For operating other ONKYO components connected to the TX- DS797 through the terminals. INPUT SELECTOR buttons [50] Selects an input source. Same as the input selector buttons on front panel of the TX-DS797. The input source for each buttons is given here. DVD:DVD, CD:CD, V1:VIDEO1, V2:VIDEO2, V3:VIDEO3, V5:VIDEO5, TAP:TAPE, TUN:FM/AM, PH:PHONO.

  • Page 12: Rear Panel Facilities

    Rear panel facilities Here is an explanation of the terminals found on the rear of the TX- DS797 and how they are used. Before connecting your audio and video components, be sure to read this section carefully and then proceed to the explanations on how to connect each individual component (see page 15).
  • Page 13 (e.g., 120 watts). European and some 12V TRIGGER ZONE 2 terminal When the TX-DS797 is in the ZONE 2 mode, this terminal outputs at 12 V/100 mA. RCA type AC OUTLETS...
  • Page 14 When the TX-DS797 is placed in the standby state, all connected components are also automatically put into the standby state. CAUTION If an MD recorder is connected to the TAPE jack on the TX-DS797, switch the Input Selector from TAPE to MD (see page 23). TX-DS797 REMOTE...

  • Page 15: Connections

    1. Connecting a turntable (PH) Using an RCA-type audio connection cable, connect the output terminal on the turntable to the PH input jacks on the TX-DS797. Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the right channel to the R jack.

  • Page 16: Connecting Your Video Components

    If the device has a digital output jack as well, be sure to also connect it to either a DIGITAL INPUT (COAX) or DIGITAL INPUT (OPT) jack on the TX-DS797 depending on the type of connector on the DVD player.
  • Page 17 Using an RCA-type video connection cable, connect the video output terminal (composite) on the video cassette recorder to the VIDEO 1 IN jacks on the TX-DS797 and video input terminal to the VIDEO 1 OUT jacks. If there is an S video input/output terminal on the video cassette recorder, connect it to the S VIDEO 1 IN/OUT jack using an S video cable.
  • Page 18 Using an RCA-type audio connection cable, connect the audio output terminal on the satellite tuner or television to the same VIDEO 3 (or 4) IN audio jacks on the TX-DS797. Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the right channel to the R jack.

  • Page 19: Connecting Speakers

    Pre-Amp out terminals. However, if you are unable to position two speakers in your listening environment, a single surround speaker can be used and the TX-DS797 has an internal amplifier to power this speaker for your convenience. • Subwoofer Produces powerful and heavy bass.

  • Page 20: Connecting Speakers

    Caution: Connect only speakers with an impedance between 4 and 16 Ω to the TX-DS797. If the impedance of even one speaker is between 4 and 6 Ω, be sure to set the speaker impedance setting accordingly (see page 28).

  • Page 21: Connecting The Remote Zone (Zone 2) Speakers

    This other room or area is referred to as the remote zone (Zone 2), while the room where the TX-DS797 is located is the main zone. In addition, the IR IN/OUT allows you to control the TX-DS797 from the remote zone (Zone 2) with the remote controller even though the remote zone is physically separated.

  • Page 22: Operating Components Not Reached By The Remote Controller Signals (Ir In/Out)

    IR IN terminal is output to the IR OUT terminal. The signal input from the remote sensor on the front of the TX-DS797 will not be output to the IR OUT terminal. IR IN...

  • Page 23: Connecting The Power

    STANDBY indicator will light (same condition after step 2 below). • Before you plug in the TX-DS797, confirm that all connections have been made properly. • Turning on the power may cause a momentary power surge, which might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same circuit, such as computers.

  • Page 24: Connecting Antennas

    Connecting antennas To use the tuner of TX-DS797, it is necessary to prepare the supplied FM and AM antennas. • Adjustment and placement of the FM and AM antennas for better reception must be done while listening to a station broadcast.

  • Page 25: Connecting An Fm Outdoor Antenna

    AM loop antenna CENTER Note: If you are using the TX-DS797 worldwide model in a region where AM frequencies are delineated by 10-kHz steps, be sure to set the AM Freq Step Setup setting accordingly (see page 28). Directional linkage...

  • Page 26: Setup Menus

    When making the various settings required to configure your TX-DS797 optimally, you can either use the OSD menu that appears on your television monitor or you can use the display on the front of the TX-DS797. The OSD menu is a settings menu that is displayed on your TV monitor.

  • Page 27: Navigating Through The Setup Menu

    You can change settings using the buttons on the front panel and on the remote controller. The buttons on the remote controller correspond to those on the TX- DS797 as shown below. Button on remote controller Button on TX-DS797 SETUP (upper edge of ENTER button) (lower edge of...

  • Page 28: Hardware Setup

    |ENTER|Quit:|SETUP| The Hardware Setup menu will need to be set before you use your TX-DS797 for the first time. Once you set the Speaker Impedance setting at the Hardware Setup menu, the setting will not be displayed again when you enter the Basic Menu. To change the setting at a later date, select the Advanced Menu to display the Hardware Setup menu.

  • Page 29: Speaker Setup

    Speaker Setup 1. Speaker Setup menu After you have installed the TX-DS797, connected all the components, and determined the speaker layout, it is now time to perform the settings in the Speaker Setup menu for the optimum sound acoustics for your environment and speaker layout.

  • Page 30: Speaker Distance Sub-Menu

    Here you will enter the distance from each speaker to your normal listening position. This is important for the timing of the acoustics to create the proper sound space that the TX-DS797 and today’s sound systems are able to produce.

  • Page 31: Level Calibration Sub-Menu

    Quit:|SETUP| Calibrating the speaker levels (1)When this sub-menu is entered, the TX-DS797 will emit a pink noise from the front left speaker. At this time, the Master volume automatically increases to the reference level (0dB). Remember the level of this noise and then press the that this can be adjusted to any level between –12 and 12...

  • Page 32: Bass Peak Level (Bass Peak Level Manager*) Sub-Menu

    Speaker Setup 1-4. Bass Peak Level (Bass Peak Level Manager*) sub-menu Setting the bass peak level is important to keep your subwoofer from being damaged by preventing it from outputting over a set volume. If your subwoofer has a built-in limiter, set this setting to “Off.” Note: If your system does not include a subwoofer, this setting will set the bass peak level for your front speakers.

  • Page 33: Input Setup

    2. Input Setup menu This menu allows you to setup the various input sources available with the TX-DS797. Each input source may have a great number of settings that are difficult to keep track of, so we recommend making a chart to record what you have set and for which component to prevent confusion later.

  • Page 34: Multichannel Setup Sub-Menu

    In such cases, try playing the source in the “DTS” selected. • The DTS indicator on the TX-DS797 lights while a DTS source is played. When playback finishes and the DTS signal transmission stops, the TX-DS797 remains in DTS mode and the DTS indicator remains lit.

  • Page 35: Video Setup Sub-Menu

    Input Setup 2-3. Video Setup sub-menu Advanced Menu 2.Input Setup Input:DVD 2-3.Video Setup Input:DVD a.Video :DVD b.Component Video :INPUT1 Quit:|SETUP| a. Video This setting allows you to match the audio from one component with the video from another. Therefore, you can set a video source to be displayed while the audio from another input source is heard.

  • Page 36: Character Input Sub-Menu

    Intelli Volume When switching input sources, you may find that the output level for different components or input sources connected to the TX-DS797 is different even though the main volume setting is the same. Under normal circumstances, you would then have to change the volume setting each time you change the input source.

  • Page 37: Listening Mode Preset Sub-Menu

    Input Setup 2-6. Listening Mode Preset sub-menu With the TX-DS797, you can set a different listening mode for each different signal type that comes from each input source. For example, if your DVD player also plays compact discs and the DVD video signal is Dolby Digital and the compact disc signal is PCM, then you can set a different listening mode for each.
  • Page 38 Input Setup Input source signals a. Analog/PCM Analog sources consist of LP records, FM and AM broadcasts, cassette tapes, and the such. PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) is one form of digital audio signals and is recorded directly onto compact discs and DVDs without compression. b.
  • Page 39 Input Setup DTS Neo:6 This mode is for 6.1 channel playback of 2 channel sources such as PCM or analog sources. All 6 channel outputs are wide frequency range with a great separation between the different channels. This mode can be set to the Cinema mode designed for playing movies and the Music mode designed for listening to music.

  • Page 40: Audio Adjust

    Audio Adjust 3. Audio Adjust Setup menu Set the various parameters for the sound signals. Advanced Menu Basic Menu 3.Audio Adjust 3.Audio Adjust 1.Tone Control 1.Tone Control 2.Surround Speakers 3.Sound Effect 2.Surround Speakers 4.Delay 3.Sound Effect 5.LFE Level 6.Mono Setup 7.Theater-Dimensional 8.Surround Setup Advanced Menu...
  • Page 41 Relative Delay b. Center, c. Surr L/R, d. Surr Back Besides level and delay adjustments, the TX-DS797 provides the ability to change or adjust the relative speaker position to fine tune the soundfield for the listener. This is accomplished using Onkyo’s unique Enhanced Spatial Positioning Algorithm.
  • Page 42 Audio Adjust a) Listening angle The listening angle is the angle subtended by the front left and right speakers as seen from the listener. The setting of 20 and 40 degrees are only for nominal purposes, so select the setting that is closest to your actual listening angle.
  • Page 43 This can be set to either “On” or “Off.” This parameter is only enabled for the THX listening mode. Also, this is set to “On” when the TX-DS797 is turned on. b) Decoder Select the decoding mode for THX processes.

  • Page 44: Preference

    For the relative volume display method, this can be set between –∞ and +18 decibels. If you do not mind having the TX-DS797 turned on with its current volume setting, set this to “Last.”...

  • Page 45: Headphones Level Setup Sub-Menu

    (For all models other than USA and Canadian models) The default setting is “Auto,” which means that the television format is detected and automatically set by the TX-DS797. However, if you know the correct format, you can use this setting to choose either PAL or NTSC so that no time is wasted on detection.

  • Page 46: Listening To Radio Broadcasts

    Listening to Radio Broadcasts One of the features of the TX-DS797 that is most frequently used is its ability to play FM and AM broadcast radio stations. The TX- DS797 provides a number of listening modes perfect for listening to the radio and getting the most out of your audio system.

  • Page 47: Presetting A Radio Station

    ENTER Light Erasing a preset radio station This can only be performed at the TX-DS797. 1. Press the AM or FM button and press the PRESET / select the preset radio station that you want erase (see above).

  • Page 48: Listening To Rds Broadcasts

    DS797 may not be exactly the same as the ones broadcast by the radio station. Also, unusual characters may appear on the display if the TX-DS797 receives characters that cannot be displayed correctly. This is not a malfunction. • When an RDS station broadcasting PS information is selected, the name of the station is displayed instead of the frequency.

  • Page 49: Displaying Radio Text (Rt)

    Displaying Radio Text (RT) If the station you are currently tuned into is broadcasting RT signals, they will be displayed in the front display on the TX-DS797. If the station does not, this function will be ignored. 1. To display the radio text, press the RT/PTY/TP button once.

  • Page 50: Enjoying Music Or Videos With The Tx-Ds797

    PHONES Input source buttons Though the TX-DS797 is often used to listen to the radio, it does not show you its true ability until it is used to play music or watch videos, DVDs, and the like. The TX-DS797 has the latest in state-of- the-art features to play back today’s acoustic technologies with the...

  • Page 51: Changing The Listening Mode

    VCR 2 Input source buttons Changing the listening mode To change the listening mode during playback, press the listening mode buttons. The functions of the buttons on the TX-DS797 and those on the remote controller are the same. TX-DS797 DIRECT STEREO...

  • Page 52: Switching The Display

    FM/AM + Listening mode Adjusting the brightness of the front display You can adjust the brightness of the front display of the TX-DS797 with DIMMER button on the remote controller or on the TX-DS797 front panel with other than European models.

  • Page 53: Changing The Audio Mode

    Remote controller AUDIO SELECTOR Auto (automatic detection): With this setting, the TX-DS797 automatically detects whether the input signal is digital or analog. When a digital signal is not input, then the analog signal is played. Multich (Multichannel): Select this setting to play back the input from the component connected to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT port.

  • Page 54: Enjoying Music In The Remote Zone

    SELECTOR Input source buttons Playing music using the buttons on the TX-DS797 1. Press the Zone 2 button on the TX-DS797. 2. Select a source. After pressing the Zone 2 button, you must press an input source button within 5 seconds. The Zone 2 indicator lights.

  • Page 55: Recording A Source

    Recording a source REC OUT DISPLAY DIMMER REC OUT STANDBY/ON TUNI NG STANDBY POWER PRESET DIRECT STEREO SURROUND FM MODE MEMORY A-FO RM LISTENING MODE MEMORY UPSAMPLING CLEAR ZONE PHONES AUDIO VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 TAPE PHONO SELECTOR...

  • Page 56: Using Remote Controller

    For example, if you wish to select the CD input source at the TX-DS797 with the remote controller, first press the RCVR MODE button to select the TX-DS797 and then press the CD (INPUT SELECTOR) button. Calling up a preset radio station 1.

  • Page 57: Controlling An Onkyo Cd Player

    2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation CD MODE buttons that can be used to control an Onkyo compact disc player. Operation buttons: ON: Turns on and off the compact disc player (same as STDBY button on the remote controller).

  • Page 58: Controlling An Onkyo Dvd Player

    The DVD MODE button lights green. 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation buttons that can be used to control an Onkyo DVD player. Operation buttons: ON: Turns the DVD player on and off STDBY: Turns the DVD player off.

  • Page 59: Controlling An Onkyo Md Recorder

    STDBY 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation buttons that can be used to control an Onkyo MD recorder. MD MODE Operation buttons: ON: Turns on and off the MD player (same as STDBY button on the remote controller).

  • Page 60: Learning A Pre-Programming Code

    TX-DS797 with an You will then operate the DVD player by pointing the remote controller at the remote control sensor on the TX-DS797. You do not need to enter this code because it is factory preset. However, if the code has been changed to 601 or 613, then you will need to change it back to 600.

  • Page 61: Pre-Programming Codes

    BRAND SETTING No. DENON 602, 609 HITACHI KENWOOD MAGNAVOX 606, 613 MARANTZ MITSUBISHI 608, 613 ONKYO 600, 601, 613 PANASONIC PIONEER PROSCAN SONY TOSHIBA YAMAHA 609, 614 ZENITH 613, 615 BRAND SETTING No.

  • Page 62: Operating Your Programmed Remote Controller

    0,1 to 9: Numeric keys ENTER: Confirm You may also use the following buttons: : Adjusts the volume at the TX-DS797 MUTING: Activates the muting function at the TX-DS797 Numeric keys ENTER CABLE MODE (Cable Mode) 1. Press the CABLE MODE button.

  • Page 63: Vcr Mode (Vcr Mode)

    0,1 to 9, +10: Numeric keys You may also use the following buttons: : Adjusts the volume at the TX-DS797 MUTING: Activates the muting function at the TX-DS797 TV MODE (TV Mode) 1. Press the TV MODE button. The TV button lights green.

  • Page 64: Programming The Commands Of Remote Controllers For Other Devices Into The Remote Controller

    Programming the commands of remote controllers for other devices into the remote controller 2 to 6 inches (5 to 15 cm ) Programming procedure When programming the commands of another remote controller to the RC-460M remote controller, you must first decide under which MODE button you want the commands to be linked.
  • Page 65 You may, however, use these buttons to program the codes for other remote controllers. If you wish to restore the Onkyo preset codes after you program new codes, you must first erase the new codes (see page 66).

  • Page 66: Erasing The Programmed Command From One Button

    Programming the commands of remote controllers for other devices into the remote controller Erasing the programmed command from one button SEND/LEARN You can only erase memorized commands and not preset ones. indicator 1. Press and hold down the desired MODE button for the command, press the ENTER button, and then release both buttons.

  • Page 67: Using A Macro Function

    1. Point the remote controller at the TX-DS797 and press the CD MODE button. 2. Press the MODE MACRO, and verify that the devices operate properly.

  • Page 68: Programming The Direct Macro Function

    Point the remote controller at the TX-DS797 and press the DIRECT MACRO button. It may take a while for the macro to finish transmitting, so be sure to continue pointing the remote controller at the device until the SEND/ LEARN indicator turns off.

  • Page 69: Erasing A Macro From The Mode Macro Button

    Using a Macro function DIRECT MACRO Erasing a macro from the MODE MACRO button 1. Press and hold down the desired MODE button, press the MODE MACRO button, and then release both buttons. When you press the MODE button, it lights green and the SEND/LEARN indicator lights.

  • Page 70: Erasing All Commands And Macros That Have Been Programmed

    Using a Macro function Macro mode programming memo: MACRO MODE MODE MACRO MACRO ↓ ↓ RCVR Operation 1 Operation 2 Operation 3 Operation 4 Operation 5 Operation 6 Operation 7 Operation 8 Operation 9 Operation 10 Operation 11 Operation 12 Operation 13 Operation 14 Operation 15...

  • Page 71: Specifications

    Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION Continuous Average Power output (FTC) All channels: 100 watts per channel min. RMS at 8 ohms, 2 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.08% total harmonic distortion. 130 watts min. RMS at 6 ohms, 2 channels driven from 1 kHz with no more than 0.1% total harmonic distortion.

  • Page 72: Troubleshooting Guide

    If a problem occurs while you are using the remote controller, first try to operate the controls on the front panel of the TX-DS797 to make sure that it is not due to a malfunction (or worn out batteries) in the remote controller.

  • Page 73: Video And Audio

    * To reset the surround mode and other settings to the factory default settings, hold down the VIDEO 1 button with the TX- DS797 turned on and then press the STANDBY/ON button. “CLEAR” appears in the front display and the TX-DS797 enters the standby state.
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