Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ What’s in the box Connecting an Audio Component Additional Function (Firmware Update) Connecting a Video Camera, etc. Update Information of the firmware Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (Multi-zone Connection) Operation of added new functions Connecting a TV (ZONE 2) Firmware Update Procedure...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Playing Back Listening To the AM/FM Radio FlareConnect Tuning into a Radio Station Playing Back Presetting a Radio Station USB Storage Device Using RDS (European, Australian and Asian models) 77 Basic Operations Multi-zone Device and Supported Format Playing Back...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 1. Input/Output Assign 2. Speaker 3. Audio Adjust 4. Source 5. Hardware 6. Multi Zone 7. Miscellaneous Quick Menu Menu operations Web Setup Menu operations Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard Operations Troubleshooting When the unit is operating erratically Troubleshooting...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Additional Function (Firmware Update) This unit is equipped with a function to update the firmware via network or USB port when the firmware update is announced after purchase. This enables various functions to be added and operations to be improved. Depending on the manufacturing timing of the product, the firmware may be switched to the updated one.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Firmware Update Procedure The update may take approx. 20 minutes to complete via network or via USB Update port. Existing settings are guaranteed in either updating method. 1. Press When this unit is connected to the network, notifications of firmware updates The Setup menu is displayed on the TV screen.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ • Turn off control devices (PC etc.) connected to the network. 4. Press ON/STANDBY on the main unit to turn the unit into standby mode. • Stop an Internet radio, USB storage device, or server content being played The process is completed, and your firmware is updated to the latest version.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 9. Press ON/STANDBY on the main unit to turn the unit into standby mode. 5. Press The process is completed, and your firmware is updated to the latest version. The Setup menu is displayed on the TV screen. •...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Part Names Front Panel ❏ For details, see ( p11) Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ adjust. ( p83) ON/STANDBY button 15. PHONES jack: Connect headphones with a standard plug (ø1/4″/6.3 mm). 2. MUSIC OPTIMIZER button/indicator (North American models): Turns on/off 16. Input selector buttons: Switches the input to be played. the MUSIC OPTIMIZER function that improves the quality of the compressed p139) audio.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Display 1. Speaker/Channel display: Displays the output channel that corresponds to the TUNED: Receiving AM/FM radio. selected listening mode. FM ST: Receiving FM stereo. p131) 2. Lights in the following conditions. SLEEP: Sleep timer is set. ( p131) : Headphones are connected.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Rear Panel (North American and Taiwanese models) 90° 180° (Taiwanese models) ❏ For details, see ( p15) Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ (European, Australian and Asian models) 90° 180° ❏ For details, see ( p15) Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 1. DIGITAL IN OPTICAL/COAXIAL jacks: Input TV or AV component digital audio signals with a digital optical cable or digital coaxial cable. 2. TUNER AM/FM terminal: Connect the supplied antennas. 3. HDMI OUT jacks: Transmit video signals and audio signals with an HDMI cable connected to a monitor such as a TV or projector.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Remote Controller ON/STANDBY button 2. Input selector buttons: Switches the input to be played. 3. Play buttons: Used for playback operations for the Music Server ( p63) p60). Also, switching to "CEC MODE" with "19. MODE or USB device ( button"...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connections Connecting speakers Connecting the TV Connecting Playback Devices Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (Multi-zone Connection) Connecting ZONE B Connecting Antennas Network Connection Connecting the Power Cord Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting speakers You can select the layout of speakers to be installed from various patterns when using this unit. Use the following flow chart to select the speaker layout that suits your speakers and usage environment.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Speaker Installation 5.1 Channel System This is a basic 5.1 Channel System. Front speakers output the front stereo sound, and a center speaker outputs the sound of the center of the screen, such as dialogs and vocals.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 7.1 Channel System This is a 7.1 Channel System that consists of the basic 5.1 Channel System p19) and added surround back speakers. Front speakers output the front stereo sound, and a center speaker outputs the sound of the center of the screen, such as dialogs and vocals.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 5.1.2 Channel System p19) and added height speakers. Select the height speakers that suit A 5.1.2 Channel System is a speaker layout consisting of the basic 5.1 Channel System ( your speakers and usage environment from the following three types. ❏...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ❏ Front High Speakers/Rear High Speakers This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p19) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, Installation Example and added front high speakers or rear high speakers combined.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ❏ Ceiling Speakers Installation Example This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p19) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, and added top front speakers or top middle speakers or top rear speakers combined. Installing the height speakers will enrich the sound field feeling in the upper space.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ❏ Dolby Enabled Speakers (Dolby Speakers) This is a system with the basic 5.1 channel system ( p19) consisting of front speakers, a center speaker, surround speakers and a powered subwoofer, and Installation Example added Dolby enabled speakers (front) or Dolby enabled speakers (surround) combined.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Speaker Connections and "Speaker Setup" Settings Connections (Note) Speaker Impedance Connect speakers with an impedance of 4 Ω to 16 Ω. If any of the speakers to be connected has an impedance of 4 Ω or more and less than 6 Ω, set "Speaker Impedance"...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connect the Subwoofer a Subwoofer cable Connect a powered subwoofer with this unit using a subwoofer cable. Up to two powered subwoofers can be connected. The same signal is output from each SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 5.1 Channel System "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 5.1 ch < > Subwoofer Height Speaker Zone Speaker Zone 2 Lineout Zone 2 Bi-Amp Speaker Impedance 6ohms or above Select how many speakers you have.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 5.1 Channel System + ZONE SPEAKER (North American and Taiwanese models) MAIN ROOM "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 5.1 ch < > Subwoofer Height Speaker Zone Speaker Zone 2...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 5.1 Channel System + ZONE SPEAKER (European, Australian and Asian models) MAIN ROOM "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 5.1 ch < > Subwoofer Height Speaker Zone Speaker Zone 2...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 5.1 Channel System (Bi-Amping the Speakers) "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 5.1 ch < > Subwoofer Height Speaker Zone Speaker Zone 2 Lineout Zone 2 Bi-Amp Speaker Impedance...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 7.1 Channel System "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 7.1 ch < > Subwoofer Height Speaker Zone Speaker Zone 2 Lineout Zone 2 Bi-Amp Speaker Impedance 6ohms or above Select how many speakers you have.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 7.1 Channel System + ZONE SPEAKER (For North American and Taiwanese models only) MAIN ROOM "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 7.1 ch < > Subwoofer Height Speaker Zone Speaker...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 5.1.2 Channel System "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 5.1.2 ch < > Subwoofer Height Speaker Front High Zone Speaker Zone 2 Lineout Zone 2 Bi-Amp Speaker Impedance 6ohms or above...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 5.1.2 Channel System + ZONE SPEAKER (For North American and Taiwanese models only) MAIN ROOM "Speaker Setup" settings during Initial Setup ( p139) Speaker Setup Speaker Channels 5.1.2 ch < > Subwoofer Height Speaker Front High...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting a Power Amplifier (For European, Australian and Asian models only) Power amplifier You can connect a power amplifier to the unit and use the unit as a pre-amplifier in order to produce a large volume that cannot be output with the unit only. Connect the front speakers to the power amplifier.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Speaker combinations • Up to two powered subwoofers can be connected in either combination. (North American and Taiwanese models) SURROUND ZONE 2 Speaker Channels FRONT CENTER SURROUND HEIGHT Bi-AMP BACK (ZONE SPEAKER) 2.1 ch (*1) (*1)
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ (European, Australian and Asian models) SURROUND ZONE 2 Speaker Channels FRONT CENTER SURROUND HEIGHT Bi-AMP BACK (ZONE SPEAKER) 2.1 ch (*1) (*1) 3.1 ch (*1) (*1) 4.1 ch (*1) (*1) 5.1 ch (*1) (*1) 6.1 ch...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting the TV Connect this unit between a TV and AV component. Connecting this unit with the TV can output the video and audio signals of the AV component to the TV, or play the audio of the TV on this unit.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ To ARC TV If the TV supports the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function (*), use only the HDMI cable to connect with the TV. Use the ARC-compatible HDMI IN jack of the TV for connection.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ To Non-ARC TV If the TV does not support the ARC (Audio Return Channel) function (*), connect an HDMI cable and digital optical cable. • If you use a cable set-top box, etc. connected to the input jack of this unit to watch TV (without using a TV’s built-in tuner), connection with a digital optical cable or analog audio cable is not required.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting Playback Devices Connecting an AV Component with HDMI Jack Mounted This is a connection example of an AV component equipped with an HDMI jack. When connecting with an AV component that conforms to the CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) standard, you can use the HDMI CEC function (*) that enables linking with input selectors, etc.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting an Audio Component This is a connection example of an audio component. Connect a CD player using an analog audio cable. You can also connect a turntable that has an MM-type cartridge to the PHONO jack.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting a Video Camera, etc. Connect a video camera, etc. to the AUX INPUT AUDIO/HDMI jack on the front panel using an HDMI cable or stereo mini plug cable (ø1/8 ″/3.5 mm). Video camera a HDMI cable Front Panel≫...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting an AV Component in a Separate Room (Multi-zone Connection) Connecting a TV (ZONE 2) While a disc is played on a Blu-ray Disc player in the main room (where this unit is located), you can play the video and audio of the same Blu-ray Disc player or another AV component on the TV equipped with an HDMI IN jack in a separate room (ZONE 2).
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting a Pre-main Amplifier (ZONE 2) You can enjoy 2-ch audio in the separate room (ZONE 2) while performing playback in the main room (where this unit is located). Use an analog cable to connect the ZONE 2 LINE OUT jack of this unit and the LINE IN jack of the pre- main amplifier in the separate room.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting ZONE B Connecting a Pre-main Amplifier, etc. (ZONE B) While performing playback through speakers (ZONE A) connected to the unit, you can enjoy the audio of the same source at the same time with the pre-main amplifier or the transmitter of the wireless headphones connected to the ZONE B LINE OUT jack.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting Antennas Connect the antenna to this unit, and set up the antenna at the best position for listening while receiving radio signals. Attach the indoor FM antenna to the wall using push pins or adhesive tape. (North American (European, and Taiwanese...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Network Connection This unit can be connected to the network using a wired LAN or Wi-Fi (wireless LAN). You can enjoy network functions such as Internet radio by network connection. If connection is made by the wired LAN, connect the router and the ETHERNET jack with the LAN cable as shown in the illustration.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting the Power Cord Connect the power cord after all the connections are completed. • This model includes a removable power cord. Be sure to connect the power cord to the AC INLET of the unit first, and then connect it to the outlet. Always disconnect the outlet side first when disconnecting the power cord.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Playback AV Component Playback BLUETOOTH Playback ® Internet Radio Spotify AirPlay ® DTS Play-Fi ® FlareConnect USB Storage Device Playing back files on a PC and NAS (Music Server) Play Queue Amazon Music Connecting the Sonos System for Playback Listening To the AM/FM Radio Multi-zone...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ AV Component Playback You can play the audio from AV components, such as Blu-ray disc players through this unit. • When a TV is connected to the HDMI OUT SUB jack, use the HDMI MAIN/SUB button or "Quick Menu" ( p135) to switch between MAIN and SUB.
If a password is requested, enter "0000". • This unit is displayed as "Onkyo TX-NR696 XXXXXX". This display can be changed using the Friendly Name function ( p129) or Onkyo Controller (available on iOS or Android™).
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Internet Radio By connecting this unit to an Internet-connected network, you can enjoy Internet radio services such as TuneIn Radio. • To play Internet radio services, the network needs to be connected to the Internet. •...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Internet Radio Service Menu You can bookmark specific stations, or delete stations that have been bookmarked. The displayed menu varies according to the service being selected. The menu icon is displayed while a station is being played. When only this icon is displayed, pressing ENTER will display the menu on the screen.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Spotify Use your phone, tablet or computer as a remote control for Spotify. Go to spotify.com/connect to learn how. Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...
Confirm that this unit and the PC are connected to the same network beforehand. Then, press NET on this unit. Next, click the AirPlay icon iTunes, select this unit from the displayed devices, and start play of a music file. iPhone Onkyo TX-NR696 XXXXXX e.g., iOS 10 Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...
You can also play the music files on a PC with iTunes (Vere. 12.8 or later) Onkyo TX-NR696 XXXXXX equipped. Confirm that this unit and the PC are connected to the same network Onkyo XXXXXXXX beforehand. Then, press NET on this unit. Next, click the AirPlay icon...
"Group playback" that plays the same music in separate • To use a music streaming distribution service, user registration may be rooms at home. To enjoy this function, download Onkyo Music Control App required. (available on iOS or Android™).
≫ ≫ FlareConnect When downloading Onkyo Controller (available on iOS or Android™) to mobile devices, such as a smartphone and tablet, you can enjoy the group playback that plays the same music on multiple audio products supporting the FlareConnect function. You can play audio from external playback devices connected to each product, music from an Internet radio or network audio service such as a music streaming distribution service, and music in the music library on a mobile device.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ USB Storage Device You can play music files stored on a USB storage device. Basic Operations Perform the following procedure when this unit is on. 1. Switch the input on the TV to the input connected to the unit. TV’s REMOTE 2.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ • To return to the previous screen, press • To display an album title, artist name and album art of a file in WAV format, make the folder structure and file names as shown below when saving music files.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Device and Supported Format USB Storage Device Requirements WAV (.wav/.WAV): WAV files contain uncompressed PCM digital audio. • This unit can use USB storage devices that comply with the USB mass • Supported sampling rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, storage class standard.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Playing back files on a PC and NAS (Music Server) Streaming play of music files stored on PCs or NAS devices connected to the same network as this unit is supported. • The network servers supported by this unit are PCs that incorporate players equipped with the server functions such as Windows Media Player 11 or 12, or NASes ®...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Playing Back Perform the following procedure when this unit is on. 1. Switch the input on the TV to the input connected to the unit. TV’s REMOTE 2. Start the server (Windows Media Player 11, Windows Media Player 12, or ®...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 6. Select the target server with the cursors, and press ENTER to display the Setting PC items list screen. 1. Turn on your PC, and start Windows Media Player 12. ® • This unit cannot access pictures and videos stored on servers. 2.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ • Depending on the version of Windows Media Player, the names of items to ® select may differ from the above description. ❏ Supported Audio Formats ( p67) Front Panel≫ Rear Panel≫ Remote≫...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Supported Audio Formats This unit supports the following music file formats. Remote play of FLAC and Apple Lossless (.m4a/.mp4/.M4A/.MP4): DSD is not supported. • Supported sampling rates: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz •...
Or, select the "NET" input, and tap the "USB" icon or "Music Server" icon. (Depending on the model, the icon names may be different.) When downloading Onkyo Controller (available on iOS or Android™) to mobile devices, such as a smartphone and tablet, you can save your favorite playlist...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ • If there are no tracks on the Play Queue list, only "Play Now " is 3. To delete a track, slide the track to the left until the trash icon changes to " ".
Registering this unit with Amazon Music allows you to enjoy the music distribution service provided by Amazon. You can register this unit on the screen of Onkyo Controller by downloading Onkyo Controller (available on iOS or Android™) to mobile devices such as a smartphone and tablet.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Connecting the Sonos System for Playback Setting Up Connecting this unit and Sonos Connect allows you to send the music or music sources on the Sonos App to this unit. Through Sonos Connect, you can play this unit with the same group of another Sonos device on the network or can A setup is required to play Sonos on this unit.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Playing Sonos on This Unit 1. Select desired tracks using Sonos App and send the tracks to the room where this unit is located (or to the group). It is recommended to give an easy-to- remember name to the combination of this unit and Sonos Connect, such as TV Room or Living Room where this unit is located.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Listening To the AM/FM Radio You can receive AM and FM radio stations on this unit with the built-in tuner. Tuning into a Radio Station Perform the following procedure when this unit is on. Tuning Automatically 1.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ When FM broadcasts reception is poor: Perform the procedure for "Tuning Manually" ( p74). Note that if you tune manually, the reception for FM broadcasts will be monaural rather than stereo, irrespective of the sensitivity of the reception.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Presetting a Radio Station Registration Procedure You can preset up to 40 of your favorite AM/FM radio stations. After tuning in to the AM/FM radio station you want to register, perform the following procedure.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Selecting a Preset Radio Station 1. Press TUNER. 2. Press the cursors to select a preset number. Deleting a Preset Radio Station 1. Press TUNER. 2. Press the cursors to select the preset number to delete. 3.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Using RDS (European, Australian and Asian models) RDS stands for Radio Data System, and is a method of transmitting data in FM button, the unit starts to search for another station. radio signals. In regions where RDS can be used, when you tune in to a radio •...
"BLUETOOTH". You cannot select different stations of AM/FM broadcasts for the main room and separate room. Using Onkyo Controller is convenient for operations of multi-zone playback. You can use it on mobile devices, such as a smartphone and tablet to which Onkyo Controller (available on iOS or Android™) has been downloaded.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Playing Back In remote controller operation, while pressing and holding the ZONE 2 SHIFT button, press other buttons for operation. 1. While pressing and holding the ZONE 2 SHIFT button on the remote controller, point the remote controller at this unit and press .
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ • DSD audio signals cannot be output to ZONE 2 with the "NET" input selector. • If ZONE 2 is on, power consumption during standby will increase. • If ZONE 2 is turned on when the Pure Audio listening mode is selected in the main room, the mode will automatically switch to the Direct listening mode.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ZONE B Playback While performing playback through speakers (ZONE A) connected to the unit, you can enjoy the audio of the same source with the pre-main amplifier, etc. (ZONE B) p46) connected to the ZONE B LINE OUT jack at the same time. Playing Back 1.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Convenience functions Displaying Your Favorite Video on TV While Playing Music While listening to the music from a CD or BLUETOOTH-enabled device, you can display video on TV from an AV component such as a Blu-ray Disc player. TV’s REMOTE •...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Adjusting the tone Adjusting TREBLE/BASS You can adjust the sound quality of the front speakers. 1. Press TREBLE or BASS to select the content to adjust. TREBLE: Enhances or moderates the high-tone range of the front speakers. BASS: Enhances or moderates the low-tone range of the front speakers.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Sleep Timer You can allow the unit to enter standby automatically when the specified time has elapsed. Press the SLEEP button on the remote controller, and select any of "30 min", "60 min" and "90 min". "Off": The unit does not automatically enter standby mode.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Listening Mode This unit is equipped with a variety of listening modes, and you can select the optimum listening mode for movies, TV, music, and games by pressing MOVIE/TV, MUSIC, and GAME. Selecting a Listening mode 1.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Checking the input format and listening mode Repeatedly pressing the button on the remote controller switches the display of the main unit in the following order. • The display content for the BLUETOOH input is different. •...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Listening Mode Effects Updating of listening modes Atmos Listening modes such as DTS Virtual:X, Atmos 2.0 and DSur 2.0 are (Firmware version supporting Atmos 2.0, etc.) added when the firmware is updated after purchase or the firmware is switched Since this mode calculates the positional data of audio recorded in Dolby Atmos in the product production process.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ channel or height channel is virtually created for expansion playback. DD (Dolby Audio - DD) • This mode cannot be selected when DTS signal is input. This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the Dolby Digital According to the speaker layout, the following listening modes are displayed.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ DTS-HD HR (DTS-HD High Resolution) by setting the output on the player side to the PCM output. • This listening mode cannot be selected if the output setting on your Blu-ray This mode faithfully reproduces the sound design recorded in the DTS-HD High Disc/DVD player is not set to DSD.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Game-Action cannot be selected when height speakers are connected. • This mode cannot be selected when "Speaker Virtualizer" ( p123) is set to This mode is suitable for games with a lot of action. "Off"...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Stereo volume is reduced, by intelligently adjusting ambient surround channel levels and frequency response. In this mode, sound is output from the right and left front speakers and • Re-EQ subwoofer. The speakers for the front channel in a movie theater are installed behind the ...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ theater or similar large area. In this mode, THX Loudness Plus is set to the theater level, and Re-EQ, Timbre Matching and Adaptive Decorrelation are all enabled. – THX Games: Use this mode for high-fidelity spatial reproduction of game sound.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Formats and Selectable Listening Modes MOVIE/TV button You can select a variety of listening modes Input Format Listening Mode according to the audio format of the signal to be Direct input.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Multich PCM Direct Direct Direct • You cannot select any Multich *1 *2 *1 *2 mode other than Direct, DSur DSur DSur AllCh Stereo and Full...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Direct DTHD Direct Direct *1 *2 *3 DTHD *1 *2 *1 *2 DSur DSur DTS Neural:X THX Cinema THX Cinema DTS Virtual:X *4 *5 TV Logic...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode DTS 96/24 Direct DTS Express Direct DTS-HD HR Direct DTS 96/24 *1 *2 DTS Express *1 *2 DTS-HD HR *1 *2 DTS Neural:X DTS Neural:X DTS Neural:X...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ MUSIC button Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode DTS-HD MSTR Direct DTS-ES Direct Input Format Listening Mode DTS-HD MSTR *1 *2 Analog Pure Audio DTS Neural:X ES Matrix Direct DTS Virtual:X ES Discrete *4 *5...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Pure Audio Multich PCM Pure Audio Pure Audio Music files (except DSD) • You cannot select any Direct Direct Direct mode other than Pure Stereo Stereo...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Atmos Pure Audio Pure Audio DTHD Pure Audio Direct Direct Direct Stereo Stereo Stereo Atmos DTHD *1 *2 *3 *1 *2 Orchestra DSur DSur...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Pure Audio DTS 96/24 Pure Audio DTS Express Pure Audio Direct Direct Direct Stereo Stereo Stereo DTS 96/24 DTS Express *1 *2 *1 *2 *1 *2...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode DTS-HD HR Pure Audio DTS-HD MSTR Pure Audio DTS-ES Pure Audio Direct Direct Direct Stereo Stereo Stereo DTS-HD HR DTS-HD MSTR *1 *2 *1 *2 DTS Neural:X...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ GAME button Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode DTS:X Pure Audio Direct Input Format Listening Mode Music files (except DSD) Direct DSur Analog Direct Stereo DTS Neural:X DSur DTS:X DTS Virtual:X *2 *3 DTS Neural:X...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Multich PCM Direct Direct Atmos Direct • You cannot select any Multich *1 *2 Atmos mode other than Direct, DSur DSur Game-RPG AllCh Stereo and Full...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Direct Direct DTHD Direct *1 *2 *1 *2 *3 DTHD *1 *2 DSur DSur DSur THX Games THX Games THX Games THX Sel Gam Game-RPG THX Sel Gam...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Direct DTS 96/24 Direct DTS Express Direct *1 *2 DTS 96/24 *1 *2 DTS Express *1 *2 DTS Neural:X DTS Neural:X DTS Neural:X DTS Virtual:X DTS Virtual:X...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode Input Format Listening Mode DTS-HD HR Direct DTS-HD MSTR Direct DTS-ES Direct DTS-HD HR *1 *2 DTS-HD MSTR *1 *2 DTS Neural:X DTS Neural:X ES Matrix DTS Virtual:X DTS Virtual:X...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Input Format Listening Mode DTS:X Direct DTS:X DTS Virtual:X *1 *2 Game-RPG Game-Action Game-Rock Game-Sports AllCh Stereo Full Mono Cannot be selected when "Speaker Virtualizer" is set to "Off". Cannot be selected when height speakers are installed. Surround speakers or height speakers need to be installed.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Inputting Characters You can input characters or symbols on the keyboard displayed on the TV screen • Select "A/a" to switch between upper and lower cases. (Can also be switched such as when inputting a password for Wi-Fi Setup ( p128) or naming a with the MODE button on the remote controller.) preset radio station (...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Setup Menu Menu list You can configure advanced settings to have a more enjoyable experience with this unit. For operation details, refer to "Menu operations" ( p114). 1. Input/Output 1. TV Out / OSD Make settings for TV output and On-Screen Displays (OSD) that appear on the TV.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 4. Source 1. My Input Volume Set a volume value for each input selector. p125 2. Name Edit Set an easy name for each input. p125 Audio Select Select the prioritized input terminal when multiple audio sources are connected to one input p126 selector.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Menu operations Use the on-screen displays (OSD) that appear on the TV to make the settings. Press on the remote controller to display the Setup menu. Setup 1. Input/Output Assign 1. TV Out / OSD 2.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 1. Input/Output Assign Setting Item Default Value Setting Details 1080p -> When a TV supporting 4K is used, video signals 1. TV Out / OSD 4K Upscaling input with 1080p can be automatically output with Make settings for TV output and On-Screen Displays (OSD) that appear on the "Off": When this function is not used "Auto": When this function is used...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 2. HDMI Input Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Mini Player OSD Always On You can display on the TV the images from another Change input assignment between the input selectors and HDMI IN jacks. input selected last while playing the audio from NET or BLUETOOTH input.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 3. Digital Audio Input Setting Item Default Value Setting Details "HDMI 1 (HDCP 2.2)" to "HDMI 6 (HDCP 2.2)": Change input assignment between the input selectors and DIGITAL IN COAXIAL/ Assign a desired HDMI IN jack to the TV button. If OPTICAL jacks.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 2. Speaker 4. Analog Audio Input Change input assignment between the input selectors and AUDIO IN jacks. If you 1. Configuration do not assign a jack, select "---". Change the settings of connection environment of the speakers. Setting Item Default Value Setting Details...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 2. Crossover Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Zone 2 Lineout Zone 2 Set an output destination of the audio output from Change the settings of crossover frequencies. ZONE 2 LINE OUT/ZONE B LINE OUT jack. •...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 3. Distance Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Surround 80 Hz (THX) Select the crossover frequency from "40 Hz" to Set the distance from each speaker to the listening position. "200 Hz" to start outputting frequencies for each channel.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 4. Level Calibration Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Surr Back Left 0 dB Select a value between "-12 dB" and "+12 dB" (in Adjust the volume level of each speaker. 1 dB increments).
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 6. Equalizer Settings • Depending on the input source or listening mode setting, the desired effect may not be achieved. You can adjust the output volume of the range for each connected speaker. ...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 3. Audio Adjust Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Loudness Plus When this is set to "On", you can enjoy even subtle 1. Multiplex/Mono nuances of audio expression at low volume. This is only available when the THX listening mode is Change the settings of multiplex audio playback.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 2. Dolby 3. DTS Change the setting of when Dolby signals are input. Change the setting of when DTS signals are input. Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Loudness...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 4. Source 5. Volume Change the Volume settings. 1. My Input Volume Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Set a volume value for each input selector. Volume Display Absolute Switch the volume display between the absolute value and relative value.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Audio Select Setting Item Default Value Setting Details PCM Fixed Mode Select whether to fix input signals to PCM (except Select the priority for input selection when multiple audio sources are connected multi-channel PCM) when you select "HDMI", to one input selector, for example, connections to both the "BD/DVD"...
• When this function is set to "On", the power can switch the input of the unit using the remote consumption in standby state increases, controller or the Onkyo Controller even in the however, the increase in power consumption is standby mode.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 2. Network Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Audio TV Out You can enjoy audio through the speakers of the Change the settings of the Network function. TV while this unit is on. •...
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1. Press ENTER to display the Edit screen. Friendly Name Onkyo Change the model name of this unit which is 2. Select a character or symbol with the cursors, TX-NR696 displayed on the device connected to the network and press ENTER. XXXXXX to an easily recognized name.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 3. Bluetooth Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Pairing You can initialize the pairing information stored on Change the settings for the Bluetooth function. Information this unit. Pressing ENTER when "Clear" is displayed Setting Item Default Value Setting Details...
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20 minutes of inactivity without turn on the power of the unit via network using any video or audio input. (When "USB Power Out an application such as Onkyo Controller that can at Standby" or "Network Standby" is enabled, the control this unit.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Bluetooth Wakeup Off Connected Device - Displays the Sonos Connect connected to the This function wakes up the unit on standby by connecting a BLUETOOTH-enabled device.
Change the remote controller ID. Change the settings for remote play. Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Remote ID If multiple ONKYO products are installed in the Setting Item Default Value Setting Details same room, select the ID for the remote control Remote Play...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 3. Firmware Update 6. Factory Reset Change the settings for Firmware Update. All the settings are restored to factory defaults. Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Setting Item Default Value Setting Details Update Notice Enable...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Quick Menu Menu operations You can quickly adjust the settings you frequently use, such as tone adjustments, etc. You can make the settings on the TV screen during playback. Press Q on the remote controller to display the Quick Menu.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Audio Manual Equalizer: Select "Preset 1" to "Preset 3" configured in "2. Speaker" - "Equalizer Settings" on the Setup menu. When this is set to "Off", the same Music Optimizer: Improve the quality of the compressed audio. Playback sound sound field setting is applied to all ranges.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Web Setup Menu operations You can make the settings for the network function of this unit using an Internet Network Connection: You can select a network connection method. If you select browser on a PC, smartphone, etc. "Wireless", select an access point from "Wi-Fi Setup"...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard Operations When you turn the unit on for the first time after purchase, the Initial Setup screen is automatically displayed on the TV to allow you to make settings required for TV’s REMOTE startup using simple operations following on-screen guidance.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 1. Speaker Setup • If the power of this unit suddenly turns off, the wires in the speaker cables have touched the rear panel or other wires, and the protection circuit is 1.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ 4. ARC Setup To connect with an ARC-compatible TV, select "Yes". The ARC setting on this unit turns on, and you can listen to the TV's audio through this unit. • Pressing "Yes" turns the HDMI CEC function on, and the power consumption in standby mode will increase.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Troubleshooting Tuner BLUETOOTH function Before starting the procedure Network function Problems may be solved by simply turning the power on/off or disconnecting/ USB storage device connecting the power cord, which is easier than working on the connection, setting and operating procedure.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ When the unit is operating erratically ❏ Try restarting the unit Restarting this unit may solve the problem. After turning the unit to standby mode, press and hold the ON/STANDBY button of the main unit for at least 5 seconds, and then restart the unit.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ❏ Resetting the unit (this resets the unit settings to the default) If the restart of the unit does not solve the problem, reset the unit, and restore all the settings to the factory default at the time of purchase. This may solve the problem. If the unit is reset, your settings are restored to the default values.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Troubleshooting Power ❏ When the power is turned on, "AMP Diag Mode" appears on the display of the main unit. • The protection circuit function may have operated. If the unit suddenly enters the standby state and "AMP Diag Mode" appears on the display of the main unit when the power is turned on again, this function is diagnosing whether or not the main unit is malfunctioning or there is an abnormality with the speaker cable connection.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ❏ No sound from a connected player • Change the input selector on this unit to the position of the jack to which the player is connected. • Check the digital audio output setting on the connected device. On some game consoles, such as those supporting DVD, the default setting may be off.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ❏ Sound suddenly reduces • When using the unit for extended periods with the temperature inside the unit exceeding a certain temperature, the volume may be reduced automatically to protect the circuits. ❏...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Video • Confirm that the connection between the output jack on the connected device and the input jack on this unit is correct. • Make sure that none of the connecting cables are bent, twisted, or damaged. •...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Tuner ❏ Poor reception or much noise • Recheck the antenna connection. p47) • Move the antenna away from the speaker cord or power cord. • Move the unit away from your TV or PC. •...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Network function • If you cannot select a network service, start up the network function to select it. It may take approx. one minute to start it up. • When the NET indicator is blinking, this unit is not properly connected to the home network. •...
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Wireless LAN Network • Unplug and plug the power cords of this unit and the wireless LAN router, check the power-on status of the wireless LAN router, or restart the wireless LAN router. Check the following if the problem persists after you have confirmed the above.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Multi-zone function ❏ Cannot ZONE-output the audio of externally connected AV components • To output audio from an externally connected AV component to ZONE 2, connect it to any of HDMI IN1 to IN3 jacks. If the AV component is not equipped with an HDMI jack, use a digital coaxial cable, digital optical cable or analog audio cable.
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ ❏ The measurement results of AccuEQ Room Calibration show different distances to the speakers from the actual ones p120) • Depending on the speakers you are using, some errors may occur in the measurement results. If this is the case, make the settings in "2.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Reducing the Power Consumption in Standby State When the following functions are enabled, the power consumption in standby state increases. To reduce the power consumption in standby state, check each setting and set the functions to "Off". –...
HDCP standards. We have confirmed the operations of the following devices. (As of January 2019) Supported Audio Formats Toshiba brand televisions; Sharp brand televisions; Onkyo and Integra brand RIHD-compatible players; Toshiba brand players and recorders; Sharp brand 2 ch linear PCM: players and recorders (when used with a Sharp brand television) 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Bitstream: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS, DTS:X, DTS- HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES, DTS Express DSD: Supported sampling rates: 2.8 MHz Your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player must also support the HDMI output of the above audio formats.
Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ General Specifications Amplifier Section Frequency Response 10 Hz - 100 kHz/+1 dB, –3 dB (Direct/Pure Audio) Rated Output Power (FTC) (North American) Tone Control Characteristics With 8 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 20-20,000 Hz; rated 100 ±10 dB, 20 Hz (BASS) watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.08% total ±10 dB, 20 kHz (TREBLE)
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Network Section 570 W (Others) 0.15 W (Full Standby mode) Ethernet LAN 1.8 W (Network Standby (wired)) (North American and Taiwanese) 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX 2.0 W (Network Standby (wired)) (Others) Wireless LAN 2.0 W (Network Standby (wireless)) IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac standard 2.0 W (Bluetooth Wakeup) (Wi-Fi...
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Contents Connections Playback Setup ≫ ≫ ≫ ≫ Supported Speaker Outputs (Others) Deep Color, x.v.Color™, Lip Sync, Audio Return Channel, 3D, 4K 60 Hz, FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R, HEIGHT L/R or SURROUND CEC, Extended Colorimetry (sYCC601, Adobe RGB, Adobe YCC601), BACK L/R or ZONE 2 L/R Content Type, HDR (HDR10, BT.2020, HLG), Dolby Vision Phones...
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