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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.
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    AV Receiver TX-DS787 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

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

  • Page 4: Before Using

    5-3. OSD Position sub-menu ... 47 Enjoying music or videos Enjoying music in the remote zone ... 48 Controlling the TX-DS787 from the remote zone ... 48 Adjusting the volume for the remote zone at the TX-DS787 ... 48 Controlling the TX-DS787 without the remote controller .. 48 Listening to Radio Broadcasts ...

  • Page 5: Supplied Accessories

    Using the remote controller to control each device ... 58 Controlling the TX-DS787 ... 58 Supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with the TX-DS787. AM loop antenna × 1 FM indoor antenna × 1 (connector will vary depending on model specifications) 75/300 Ω...

  • Page 6: Features

    I Zone 2 Powered capability I Powerful Backlit Learning Remote with Macro I IntelliVolume I Character Input I RDS (PS, RT, PTY, TP) (European models only) are trademarks of Onkyo Digital Output (Optical) Video Output Surround L/R, Surround back L/R and Subwoofer All Channels;...

  • Page 7: Before Using This Unit

    • The life of the batteries supplied is about six months but this will vary depending on usage. Using the remote controller TX-DS787 Point the remote controller toward the remote control sensor. The STANDBY indicator lights up when the unit receives a signal from the remote controller.

  • Page 8: Front Panel Facilities

    Front panel facilities Here is an explanation of the controls and displays on the front panel of the TX-DS787. Front panel STANDBY/ ON ANDBY ZONE POWER REC OUT ZONE PHONES AUDIO SELECTOR DIMMER For all models other than European model...

  • Page 9: Front Panel

    • Turning on the TX-DS787 may cause a momentary power surge that might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same circuit. If this is a problem, plug the TX-DS787 into a different electrical circuit. STANDBY indicator Lights when the TX-DS787 is in the standby state and flashes when a signal is received from the remote controller.

  • Page 10: Front Panel Display

    MENU button Press to bring up the OSD menu. The OSD menu will appear on the TV monitor as well as the front display on the TX-DS787. buttons When selecting items in the OSD Menu, press these buttons to move the on-screen cursor (or the highlighted portion) upward and downward.

  • Page 11: Remote Controller

    Displays the component being operated or the operation status. ON/STNBY button ON: Turns on the TX-DS787. STNBY: Places the TX-DS787 in the standby state. Be aware that pressing the STNBY button only places the TX- DS787 in standby and does not turn the power completely off.

  • Page 12: Rear Panel Facilities

    Rear panel facilities Here is an explanation of the terminals found on the rear of the TX-DS787 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 pages 16).
  • Page 13 TX-DS787. IR IN MAIN/IR IN ZONE 2 If the TX-DS787 is located inside a rack or cabinet that will not allow infrared beams to reach the IR sensor, you will need to connect a remote sensor to IR IN MAIN input to be able to use the remote controller.

  • Page 14: Monitor Out

    TX-DS787. By doing this, you can use the STANDBY/ON button on the TX-DS787 to turn on and off the connected devices as well. The shape, number, and total capacity of the AC outlets may differ depending on the area of purchase.
  • Page 15 12V TRIGGER terminal This terminal is provided so that you can use the operation of the TX-DS787 control the operation of another externally connected device. Connect the component to this 1/8-inch mini-jack terminal and when the set input source is selected, the device will turn on.

  • Page 16: Example Of How To Connect Your Equipment

    Example of how to connect your equipment Tape deck, MD recorder, DAT deck, CD recorder, (TAPE) 3. Refer to page 18 CD player (CD) 2. Refer to page 18 Turntable (PHONO) 1. Refer to page 18 Analog signal Digital signal Signal flow DVD recorder or other digital video...

  • Page 17: Standard Connections

    Standard connections Here is explanation of how to connect the main components to the TX-DS787 in the standard manner. There are many ways that any one component can be connected, and it is up to you to decide which method best fits your situation. The directions given here are only one option and should only be thought of as such.

  • Page 18: Connecting Your Audio Components

    Using an RCA-type video connection cable, connect the video output terminal (composite) on the device to the DVD VIDEO IN jack on the TX-DS787. If there is an S video output terminal on the device, connect it to the DVD S VIDEO IN jack using an S video cable.
  • Page 19 Using an RCA-type video connection cable, connect the video output terminal (composite) on the satellite tuner or television to the VIDEO 3 IN jacks on the TX-DS787. If there is an S video output terminal on the satellite tuner or television, connect it to the S VIDEO 3 IN jack using an S video cable.

  • Page 20: 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-DS787 has an internal amplifier to power this speaker for your convenience. • Subwoofer Produces powerful and heavy bass.

  • Page 21: Connecting Speakers

    Connecting speakers Connecting speakers Notes: • The TX-DS787 is designed to produce optimum sound quality when speakers with impedances within the specified ranges are connected. Check the following information and choose speakers with appropriate impedances for the connections. CAUTION: SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 Ω...

  • Page 22: Connecting Antennas

    Connecting antennas To the use the tuner of TX-DS787, 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 23: Connecting An Fm Outdoor Antenna

    Connecting antennas Connecting an FM outdoor antenna Please make sure that you follow the considerations: • Keep the antenna away from noise sources (neon signs, busy roads, etc.). • It is dangerous to put the antenna close to power lines. Keep it well away from power lines, transformers, etc.

  • Page 24: Connecting To The Remote Zone Input

    Connecting to the remote zone (Zone 2) input Outline The TX-DS787 allows you to connect another set of speakers and place them in a different room or separated area for listening to music. This other room or area is referred to as the remote zone (Zone 2), while the room where the TX-DS 787 is located is the main zone.

  • Page 25: Connecting To The Ir In Main Input

    Connecting to the IR IN MAIN input Outline If the TX-DS787 is located inside a cabinet or other enclosure where the infrared beams from the remote controller cannot enter, then operation with the remote controller will not be possible. In...

  • Page 26: Connecting Power Amplifiers And Two Surround Back Speakers

    Front left speaker To connect two surround back speakers, connect a power amplifier to the PRE OUT SURR BACK terminals on the TX-DS787, and connect the surround back speakers to that power amplifier. You will also need to make the appropriate setting in the OSD Menu: Speaker Setup →...

  • Page 27: Connecting The Power

    Turning the power on from the remote controller: Before you can use the remote controller, you must perform steps 1 and 2 above and place the TX-DS787 in the standby state. 1. Press the AUDIO MODE button. 2. Press the ON button to turn on the TX-DS787 (take it out of the standby state).

  • Page 28: The On-Screen Display (Osd) Menu

    The On-Screen Display (OSD) menu The OSD menu is a setting menu that is displayed on your TV monitor and allows you to perform your speaker settings, setup your input sources, set the listening modes, and much more. In most situations, you will only need to set this once during the installation and layout of your home theater, and it rarely needs to be changed later.

  • Page 29: Navigating Through The Osd Menu

    Navigating through the OSD menu The explanations here assume you are using the buttons on the TX-DS787 when entering the OSD menu. However, you can use the buttons on the remote controller as well. In addition to the display of the OSD Menu on your television monitor, the corresponding menu will also be displayed in the front display on the TX-DS787.

  • Page 30: Speaker Setup

    Speaker Setup 1. Speaker Setup menu After you have installed the TX-DS787, 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 31: Speaker Distance Sub-Menu

    Here you will enter the distance from each speaker to your normal listening position (Loudspeaker Position Time Synchronization*). This is important for the timing of the acoustics to create the proper sound space that the TX-DS787 and today’s sound systems are able to produce. Note: Speakers that you selected “No”...

  • Page 32: Level Calibration Sub-Menu

    Left h.Subwoofer Calibrating the speaker levels (1) When this sub-menu is entered, the TX-DS787 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 button.

  • Page 33: Bass Peak Level 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.”...

  • Page 34: Input Setup

    2. Input Setup menu This menu allows you to setup the various input sources available with the TX-DS787. 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 35 Input Setup a. Digital Input This setting tells the TX-DS787 which input source button on the front panel is connected with which digital input jack on the rear panel. To perform this setting, you must first select a digital input source at the front panel and then set the name of the digital input jack it is connected to here.

  • Page 36: Video Setup Sub-Menu

    Input Setup 2-2. Video Setup sub-menu Menu 1.Speaker Setup 2.Input Setup 2.Input Setup Input:DVD 3.Listening Mode Setup 4.Preference a.Audio Setup 2-2.Video Setup 5.OSD Setup b.Video Setup Input:DVD c.Listening Mode Preset d.Tone Control a.Video e.IntelliVolume f.12V Trigger b.Component Video |ENTER| Quit:|OSD| |ENTER| Quit:|OSD| a.

  • Page 37: Listening Mode Preset Sub-Menu

    Input Setup 2-3. Listening Mode Preset sub-menu With the TX-DS787, you can set a different listening mode for each different signal type that comes from each input source and also set the parameters for the listening mode itself. For example,...

  • Page 38: Listening Modes

    Input Setup Listening Modes Stereo This mode has all input sounds output from the left and right front speakers. Direct This mode delivers pure sound with minimum sound quality adjustment and filtration. The sound recorded for the right and left front channels is output to the right and left front speakers only and not output to the subwoofer.
  • Page 39 Input Setup T-D (Theater-Dimensional) For the best enjoyment of your home theater, it is recommended that you have at least front left and right speakers, a center speaker, and surround left and right speakers. However, even if you only have front left and right speakers, you can still enjoy multichannel audio by using this mode.

  • Page 40: Tone Control Sub-Menu

    This IntelliVolume sub-menu allows you to preset a volume level for each input source separately so that when you do switch from one input source to another, the TX-DS787 adjusts the volume accordingly so that the resulting volume stays the same. To set the...

  • Page 41: Listening Mode Setup

    Dolby D/6.1 e DTS-ES * Surround Back can only be selected when two surround back speakers are connected to the TX-DS787. 3-4. THX Setup Select this to modify the THX listening modes; the one that is currently set is the one that is modified. The parameters that can be set are shown in the table below.
  • Page 42 Small, Mid-small, Middle, Mid-large, Large * Surround Back can only be selected when two surround back speakers are connected to the TX-DS787. 3-6. Enhanced 7 Setup Select this to modify the Enhanced 7 listening mode. The parameters that can be set are shown in the table below.

  • Page 43: Listening Mode Setup

    This setting can only be selected when two surround back speakers are connected to the TX-DS787. Sur L/R+Back: This outputs the sound to both the surround left and right speakers and the surround back speaker.
  • Page 44 Listening Mode Setup 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 45: Preference

    –32 and +17 decibels. c. Power On Volume This sets a designated volume setting for the TX-DS787 to be set every time that the power is turned on. This prevents the TX- DS787 from being turned on while it is set to an extremely high volume and suddenly output very loud sounds.

  • Page 46: Osd Setup

    OSD Setup 5. OSD Setup menu This menu provides settings for you to customize the on-screen display (OSD) for the TX-DS787 by setting different colors or positions for its display. Menu 1.Speaker Setup 5.OSD Setup 2.Input Setup 3.Listening Mode Setup 4.Preference...

  • Page 47: Osd Setup Sub-Menu

    OSD Setup 5-2. OSD Setup sub-menu This sub-menu allows you to customize the OSD menu to display in the manner you desire. Menu 1.Speaker Setup 5.OSD Setup 2.Input Setup 3.Listening Mode Setup 4.Preference 5-2.OSD Setup 1.OSD Config 5.OSD Setup 2.OSD Setup 3.OSD Position a.Background Color :Blue1...

  • Page 48: Enjoying Music In The Remote Zone

    Adjusting the volume for the remote zone at the TX-DS787 Following the procedure given below, you can adjust the volume for the remote zone at the TX-DS787 without using the remote controller. 1. Press the ZONE 2 VOL button. 2. While “ZONE 2Volume” is displayed, turn the SSC dial to adjust the volume to the desired level.

  • Page 49: Listening To Radio Broadcasts

    VIDEO Listening to FM/AM Radio Stations One of the features of the TX-DS787 that is most frequently used is its ability to play FM and AM broadcast radio stations. The TX- DS787 provides a number of listening modes perfect for listening to the radio and getting the most out of your audio system.

  • Page 50: Presetting A Radio Station

    Listening to Radio Broadcasts Presetting a radio station 1. Tune into the radio station you desire (see “Tuning into a radio station” ). 2. Press the CHARACTER/MEMORY button on the front panel. “Preset in?” appears in the front display. Press the SSC dial. 3.

  • Page 51: Listening To Rds Broadcasts

    Notes: • In some cases, the characters displayed on the display of the TX-DS787 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-DS787 receives characters that cannot be displayed correctly.

  • Page 52: Displaying Radio Text (Rt)

    4. Press the SSC dial. The TX-DS787 will scan until it reaches a station of the program type you selected. It will then stop briefly at that station before continuing on until it reaches the next station.

  • Page 53: Enjoying Music Or Videos With The Tx-Ds787

    Input source buttons PHONES Though the TX-DS787 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, LDs, DVDs, and the like. The TX-DS787 has the latest in state-of-the-art features to play back today’s acoustic technologies...

  • Page 54: Using The Many Features Of The Tx-Ds787

    Using the sleep time: To set the sleep timer, press the SLEEP button on the remote controller and then set the time that you want the TX-DS787 to enter the standby state (see page 59). Temporarily turning off the sound:...

  • Page 55: Recording A Source

    REC OUT ZONE PHONES Of course the TX-DS787 can also be used to record an input source media. This allows you to make copies of the music or videos you like, copy them from one type of media to another, or even record what is being broadcast on television or radio.

  • Page 56: To Record An Input Source Signal Different From That You Are Currently Watching Or Listening To

    Recording a source To record an input source signal different from that you are currently watching or listening to This method outputs to the audio and video outputs the signal from the input source that you select here. This allows you to record an input source signal different from that which you are listening to or watching at the time of recording.

  • Page 57: Giving A Name To Each Input Source And Preset Radio Station

    Giving a name to each input source and preset radio station Giving a name to each input source You can program names for each input source (e.g., DVD, CD) and preset channel. Characters available for name entry A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 –...

  • Page 58: Remote Controller

    STNBY button to put it back in the standby mode. When you press the STNBY button on the remote controller, it puts the TX-DS787 in the standby state but does not turn it completely off. Controlling the TX-DS787 “AUDIO”...
  • Page 59 LIGHT: Illuminates the buttons. SLEEP: Sets the sleep function. • The SLEEP buttons enables you to set the TX-DS787 to turn off automatically after a specified time period. If you press it once, the TX-DS787 will turn off after 90 minutes.

  • Page 60: Controlling An Onkyo Cd Player

    DIMMER + 10 HOME THEATER CONTROLLER RC-390M The z connector of the Onkyo compact disc player must be connected to the TX-DS787 (see page 13). 1. Press the CD MODE button. CD MODE 2. Press the desired operation button. The...

  • Page 61: Controlling An Onkyo Cassette Tape Deck

    HOME THEATER CONTROLLER RC-390M Controlling an Onkyo cassette tape deck The z connector of the Onkyo cassette tape deck must be connected to the TX-DS787 (see page 13). 1. Press the AUDIO/TAPE MODE button. “AUDIO” appears in the remote controller display.

  • Page 62: Controlling An Onkyo Dvd Player

    ENT: Confirm You may also use the following buttons: : Adjusts the volume at the TX-DS787 MUTING: Activates the muting function at the TX-DS787 SAT, CABLE, VCR, and TV MODE buttons You may use the following buttons: : Adjusts the volume at the TX-DS787...

  • Page 63: 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 The remote controller has two learning functions. One is a normal learning function that enables the remote controller to learn the codes from other remote controllers. The other is a macro learning function that enables you to program of series of operations into the remote controller so that they can all be performed at once by pressing one button.
  • Page 64 Notes: • The remote controller codes for Onkyo compact disc players, cassette tape decks, DVD players, and mini disc recorder have already been programmed into buttons on the remote controller. You may, however, use these buttons to program the codes for other remote controllers.

  • Page 65: Erasing The Programmed Command From One Button

    Programming the commands of remote controllers for other devices into the remote controller AUDIO MUTING TRACK DISC OPEN/CLOSE V – STEREO DIRECT SURROUND LEVEL + Re-EQ CH SEL LATE NIGHT DIMMER LEVEL – + 10 HOME THEATER CONTROLLER RC-390M AUDIO MUTING TRACK DISC...

  • Page 66: Using A Macro Function

    1. Point the remote controller at the TX-DS787 2. Press the MODE MACRO, and verify that the this case, the CD MODE button), press the MODE MACRO button, and then release both buttons.

  • Page 67: Programming The Direct Macro Function

    1. Point the remote controller at the TX-DS787 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 68: Erasing A Macro From The Mode Macro Button

    Using a Macro function AUDIO TRACK STEREO DIRECT SURROUND Re-EQ CH SEL LATE NIGHT DIMMER + 10 HOME THEATER CONTROLLER RC-390M DIRECT MACRO MODE buttons AUDIO TRACK STEREO DIRECT SURROUND Re-EQ CH SEL LATE NIGHT DIMMER + 10 HOME THEATER CONTROLLER RC-390M 1.

  • Page 69: Erasing All Commands And Macros That Have Been Programmed

    Using a Macro function AUDIO MUTING TRACK DISC OPEN/CLOSE V – STEREO DIRECT SURROUND LEVEL + Re-EQ CH SEL LEVEL – LATE NIGHT DIMMER + 10 HOME THEATER CONTROLLER RC-390M Macro mode programming memo: MACRO MODE MODE MACRO MACRO ↓ ↓...

  • Page 70: Troubleshooting Guide

    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-DS787 to make sure that it is not due to a malfunction (or worn out batteries) in the remote controller.

  • Page 71: Fm/Am Tuner

    Troubleshooting guide FM/AM TUNER AM stations cannot be received. • AM loop antenna is not connected. © Connect the included AM loop antenna to the AM antenna terminals. Buzzing noise on AM stations (particularly noticeable at night or with weak stations). •...

  • Page 72: Remote Controller

    • Batteries have worn out. © Replace batteries. • Remote controller is not pointed at the remote sensor of the TX-DS787. © Point the remote controller at the remote sensor of the TX-DS787. • Remote controller is too far from the TX-DS787.

  • Page 73: Specifications

    Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION Continuous Average Power output (FTC) All channels: 100 W per channel min. RMS at 8 Ω, 2 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.08% total harmonic distortion. 130 W min. RMS at 6 Ω, 2 channels driven from 1 kHz with no more than 0.1% total harmonic distortion.
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  • Page 76 Sales & Product Planning Div. : 2-1, Nisshin-cho, Neyagawa-shi, OSAKA 572-8540, JAPAN Tel: 072-831-8111 Fax: 072-833-5222 http://www.onkyo-intl.com ONKYO U.S.A. CORPORATION Park Way, Upper Saddle River, N.J. 07458, U.S.A. Tel: 201-785-2600 Fax: 201-785-2650 http://www.onkyousa.com ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH Liegnitzerstrasse 6, 82194 Groebenzell, GERMANY Tel: +49-8142-4401-0 Fax: +49-8142-4401-555 http://www.onkyo.net...

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