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AV Receiver
TX-NR509
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and plugging in the unit.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Contents
Introduction ...................................2
Connections.................................11
Turning On & Basic Operations ......19
Advanced Operations .................39
Controlling Other Components .... 53
Appendix ......................................59
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  • Page 1 AV Receiver TX-NR509 Instruction Manual Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

  • Page 3: Precautions

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

  • Page 4: Supplied Accessories

    We, ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6, 82194 GROEBENZELL, GERMANY declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding technical standards such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and EN61000-3-2, -3-3. GROEBENZELL, GERMANY...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Zone 2... 52 Making Zone 2 Connections ... 52 Controlling Zone 2 Components... 52 Controlling Other Components iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock ... 53 Using the Onkyo Dock... 53 Controlling Your iPod/iPhone ... 54 Controlling Other Components... 56 Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes ... 56 Entering Remote Control Codes...

  • Page 6: Features

    The HD Radio Ready logo is a proprietary trademark of iBiquity Digital Corp. To receive HD Radio broadcasts, you must install an Onkyo UP-HT1 HD Radio tuner module (sold separately). In Europe, using banana plugs to connect speakers to an audio amplifier is prohibited.

  • Page 7: Front & Rear Panels

    Front & Rear Panels Front Panel (North American and Taiwan models) (European, Australian and Asian models) The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item. a 8ON/STANDBY button (19) b ZONE 2, OFF buttons (52) c Remote control sensor (4) d Display (8) e LISTENING MODE buttons (31)

  • Page 8: Display

    Display For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. a Speaker/channel indicators b Z2 (Zone 2) indicator (52) c Listening mode and format indicators (31, 51) d 1, 3 and cursor indicators (21) e NET indicator (22, 49) f Tuning indicators RDS indicator (excluding North American and Taiwan models) (26) AUTO indicator (25)

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    IN, GAME IN, TV/CD IN) k MONITOR OUT V jack l ZONE 2 LINE OUT jacks m PRE OUT jacks (SURROUND BACK and SUBWOOFER) n AC INLET (Taiwan models) See “Connecting the AV Receiver” for connection pages 11 to 18). (➔...

  • Page 10: Remote Controller

    56). To control the AV receiver, you need to select Receiver mode by pressing RECEIVER. You can also Onkyo Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, CD player and other components to control with the remote controller. See “Entering Remote Control Codes” for more details (➔...

  • Page 11: Connections

    INPUT Surround back right Power amplifier Connect your Power amplifier’s analog audio input jacks to the AV receiver’s SURROUND BACK L/R PRE OUT jacks with audio cables. ■ Screw-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown.
  • Page 12 • Be careful not to short the positive and negative wires. Doing so may damage the AV receiver. • Make sure the metal core of the wire does not have contact with the AV receiver’s rear panel. Doing so may damage the AV receiver. Color...
  • Page 13 Using a Powered Subwoofer To find the best position for your subwoofer, while playing a movie or some music with good bass, experiment by placing your subwoofer at various positions within the room, and choose the one that provides the most satisfying results.

  • Page 14: About Av Connections

    Note • The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs. • The AV receiver’s optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is inserted and close when it’s removed. Push plugs in all the way. Caution •...

  • Page 15: Connecting Components With Hdmi

    • When listening to an HDMI component through the AV receiver, set the HDMI component so that its video can be seen on the TV screen (on the TV, select the input of the HDMI component connected to the AV receiver). If the TV power is off or the TV is set to another input source, this may result in no sound from the AV receiver or the sound may be cut off.

  • Page 16: Connecting Your Components

    When USB input is selected, you can input video signals from the AUX INPUT VIDEO jack. Video signals input from AUX INPUT VIDEO will be output from the MONITOR OUT jack. Do not connect the AV receiver’s USB port to a USB port on your computer. Music on your computer cannot be played through the AV receiver in this way.

  • Page 17: Connecting Onkyo U Components

    AV receiver. The other jack is for connecting additional u-capable components. • Connect only Onkyo components to u jacks. Connecting other manufacturer’s components may cause a malfunction. • Some components may not support all u functions. Refer to the manuals supplied with your Onkyo components.

  • Page 18: Connecting The Antennas

    AM loop antenna (supplied) Note • Once your AV receiver is ready for use, you’ll need to tune into a radio station and position the antenna to achieve the best possible reception. • Keep the AM loop antenna as far away as possible from your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords.

  • Page 19: Turning On & Basic Operations

    Press 8ON/STANDBY on the front panel. Press RECEIVER followed by 8RECEIVER on the remote controller. The AV receiver will enter standby mode. To prevent any loud surprises when you turn on the AV receiver, always turn down the volume before you turn it off.

  • Page 20: Playback

    • “Listening to Internet Radio” • “Playing Music Files on a Server” • “Remote Playback” (➔ • “Listening to AM/FM Radio” • “iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock” page 53) (➔ • “Controlling Other Components” To adjust the volume, use VOL q/w.

  • Page 21: Understanding Icons On The Display

    1 to start playback. Note • Do not disconnect the USB device or USB cable that comes with iPod/iPhone to the USB port at the front of the AV receiver, while the message “Connecting...” appears on the display. Standard Mode control...

  • Page 22: Playing A Usb Device

    • Protected WMA music files on an MP3 player cannot be played. • Onkyo accepts no responsibility whatsoever for the loss or damage to data stored on a USB device when that device is used with the AV receiver. We recommend that you back up your important music files beforehand.
  • Page 23 49). • If you’re using DHCP, your router may not always allocate the same IP address to the AV receiver, so if you find that you can’t connect to the AV receiver, recheck the AV receiver’s IP address on the “Network Setup” screen.

  • Page 24: Playing Music Files On A Server

    AV receiver connections. Windows Media Player 11 Setup This section explains how to configure Windows Media Player 11 so that the AV receiver can play the music files stored on your computer. Start Windows Media Player 11.

  • Page 25: Listening To Am/Fm Radio

    Web Setup in your browser. The volume value of the remote window and the volume value of the AV receiver may not always match. Adjustments you make to the volume in the AV receiver will not be reflected in the “Remote...
  • Page 26 (➔ page 27). Note • In some cases, the text characters displayed on the AV receiver may not be identical to those broadcast by the radio station. Also, unexpected characters may be displayed when unsupported characters are received. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 27 See the table shown later in this chapter. To start the search, press ENTER. The AV receiver searches until it finds a station of the type you specified, at which point it stops briefly before continuing with the search.

  • Page 28: Using Basic Functions

    • Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup cannot be performed while a pair of headphones is connected. Turn on the AV receiver and the connected TV. On the TV, select the input to which the AV receiver is connected. Set the speaker setup microphone at the Main Listening Position a, and connect it to the SETUP MIC jack.

  • Page 29: Error Messages

    • Do not connect or disconnect any speakers during Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup. • If the AV receiver is muted, it will be unmuted automatically when Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup starts. • Changes to the room after Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and...
  • Page 30 Using a Powered Subwoofer If you’re using a powered subwoofer and it outputs very low-frequency sound at a low volume level, it may not be detected by Audyssey 2EQ ® Room Correction and Speaker Setup. If the “Subwoofer” appears on the “Review Speaker Configuration”...

  • Page 31: Using The Listening Modes

    • The Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be selected if your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is connected to the AV receiver with a digital audio connection (coaxial, optical, or HDMI). • The listening modes you can select depends on the format of the input signal. To check the format, see “Displaying Source Information”...
  • Page 32 About Listening Modes The AV receiver’s listening modes can transform your listening room into a movie theater or concert hall, with high fidelity and stunning surround sound. ■ Explanatory Notes Input Source The following audio formats are supported by the listening modes.
  • Page 33 ■ Onkyo-Original DSP Listening Modes Listening Mode Description Orchestra Suitable for classical or operatic music, this mode emphasizes the surround channels in order to widen the stereo image, and simulates the natural O r c e s t r a reverberation of a large hall.
  • Page 34 Listening Mode Description Dolby Pro Logic IIx Dolby Pro Logic IIx expands any 2-channel source for 7.1-channel Dolby Pro Logic II playback. It provides a very natural and seamless surround-sound experience that fully envelops the listener. As well as music and movies, video games M o v i e can also benefit from the dramatic spatial effects and vivid imaging.
  • Page 35 For the Blu-ray Discs, Dolby Digital is used in a 3.1/5.1-channel speaker system. AV receiver can input the DSD signal from HDMI IN. Depending on the player, setting the output on the player side to PCM might bring better sound.

  • Page 36: Using The Home Menu

    Depending on the input source and listening mode, not all channels shown here output the sound. Using the Sleep Timer With the sleep timer, you can set the AV receiver to turn off automatically after a specified period. Press RECEIVER followed by SLEEP repeatedly to select the required sleep time.

  • Page 37: Changing The Input Display

    Changing the Input Display When you connect an u-capable Onkyo component, you must configure the input display so that u can work properly. This setting can be done only from the front panel. Press TV/CD, GAME or VCR/DVR. “TV/CD”, “GAME” or “VCR/DVR” appears on the display.
  • Page 38 Recording Separate AV Sources Here you can record audio and video from completely separate sources, allowing you to overdub audio onto your video recordings. This function takes advantage of the fact that when an audio-only input source (TV/CD) is selected, the video input source remains unchanged.

  • Page 39: Advanced Operations

    Dolby EX Press RETURN to return to the main menu. Center Image Listening Angle Note • This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using SETUP, arrow buttons, and ENTER. Audyssey Dynamic EQ • During Audyssey 2EQ...

  • Page 40: Hdmi Input

    Explanatory Notes Menu Subwoofer Yes: Select if a subwoofer is connected. Select if no subwoofer is connected. a Menu selection b Setting target c Setting options (default setting underlined) HDMI Input Menu HDMI Input If you connect a video component to an HDMI input, you must assign that input to an input selector.

  • Page 41: Sp Config (Speaker Configuration)

    - - - - -: Select if the component is connected to an analog audio input. Note • When an HDMI IN is assigned to an input selector in “HDMI Input” (➔ page 40), this input assignment is automatically set to the same HDMI IN. And in addition to the usual inputs (e.g., COAXIAL1, COAXIAL2, etc.), you can also select HDMI inputs.

  • Page 42: Sp Distance (Speaker Distance)

    When the wireless unit is connected to the UNIVERSAL PORT jack on the AV receiver, you can select if you wish to output the audio of surround back channel from the speakers connected to the wireless unit.

  • Page 43: Audio Adjust

    Audio Adjust Menu Audio Adjust With the Audio Adjust functions and settings, you can adjust the sound and listening modes as you like. Multiplex/Mono ■ Multiplex Input Ch (Mux) Main Main/Sub This setting determines which channel of a stereo multiplex source is output. Use it to select audio channels or languages with multiplex sources, multilingual TV broadcasts, and so on.

  • Page 44: Source Setup

    Theater-Dimensional ■ Listening Angle Wide: Select if the listening angle is 40 degrees. Narrow: Select if the listening angle is 20 degrees. With this setting, you can optimize the Theater- Dimensional listening mode by specifying the angle of the front left and right speakers relative to the listening position.
  • Page 45 ■ Dynamic Volume Light: Light Compression Mode becomes active. Medium: Medium Compression Mode becomes active. Heavy: Heavy Compression Mode becomes active. This setting affects volume the most. It quiets the loud parts, such as explosions, and boosts the quiet parts so they can be heard.

  • Page 46: Hardware

    ■ Remote ID 1, 2, or 3 When several Onkyo components are used in the same room, their remote ID codes may overlap. To differentiate the AV receiver from other components, you can change its remote ID from “1”, to “2” or “3”.
  • Page 47 Auto Standby ■ Auto Standby When “Auto Standby” is set to “On”, AV receiver will automatically enter Standby mode if there is no operation for 30 minutes with no audio and no video signal input. “Auto Standby” will appear on the display and OSD 30 seconds before the Auto Standby comes on.

  • Page 48: Hdmi Setup

    • Refer to the connected component’s instruction manual for details. • When “HDMI Ctrl (RIHD)” setting is set to “On”, the power consumption on standby mode slightly increases. (Depending on the TV status, the AV receiver will enter standby mode as usual.) ■ HDMI Through Auto: Detects the signal and automatically selects the input source.

  • Page 49: Network Setup

    If your router’s DHCP server is enabled, you don’t need to change any of these settings, as the AV receiver is set to use DHCP to configure itself automatically by default (i.e., DHCP is set to “Enable”). If, however, your router’s DHCP server is disabled (you’re for example using static...

  • Page 50: Update

    (➔ Note • Perform the firmware update only when such an announcement is posted on the Onkyo web site. Visit the Onkyo web site for the latest information. • It takes about 30 minutes to complete the firmware update. ■...
  • Page 51 • The Late Night function can be used only when the input source is Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, or Dolby TrueHD. • The Late Night function is set to “Off” when the AV receiver is set to Standby. For Dolby TrueHD sources, it will be set to “Auto”.

  • Page 52: Zone 2

    • While Zone 2 is on, u functions will not work. • When setting the AV receiver to standby mode while Zone 2 is active, the Z2 indicator is dimly lit. • Activating Zone 2 in the main room when the listening mode is set to Pure Audio will automatically switch it to Direct.

  • Page 53: Controlling Other Components

    Playback via Onkyo Dock Using the Onkyo Dock Dock is sold separately. Models sold are different depending on the region. For the latest information on the Onkyo Dock components, see the Onkyo web site at: http://www.onkyo.com Before using the Onkyo Dock components, update your iPod/iPhone with the latest software, available from the Apple web site.

  • Page 54: Controlling Your Ipod/Iphone

    Note • Enter the appropriate remote control code before using the AV receiver’s remote controller for the first time • Connect the RI Dock to the AV receiver with an u cable (➔ page 17). • Set the RI Dock’s RI MODE switch to “HDD” or “HDD/DOCK”.
  • Page 55 With the page modes, you can quickly locate your favorite songs even when your song lists, artist lists, and so on are very long. This button does not turn the Onkyo DS-A2 or DS-A2X RI Dock on or off. Your iPod/iPhone may not respond the first time you press this button, in which case you should press it again.

  • Page 56: Controlling Other Components

    AV receiver, and operate the component. Controlling Onkyo components without u If you want to control an Onkyo component by pointing the remote controller directly at it, or you want to control an Onkyo component that’s not connected via u, use the...

  • Page 57: Resetting Remote Mode Buttons

    AV receiver via HDMI. Use the following remote control codes: 32910/33101/33501/31612: Blu-ray Disc/DVD player with p The p supported by the AV receiver is the CEC system control function of the HDMI standard. (limited to...
  • Page 58 AUDIO ✔ p CLR The p function is not supported. The p supported by the AV receiver is the CEC system control function of the HDMI standard. These buttons function as colored buttons or A, B, C, D buttons.

  • Page 59: Appendix

    AV receiver stays on, set the volume to minimum, disconnect the power cord, and reconnect your speakers and input sources. If the AV receiver turns off when you set the volume to maximum, disconnect the power cord, and contact your Onkyo dealer. Audio ■...
  • Page 60 ■ About DTS signals When DTS program material ends and the DTS bitstream stops, the AV receiver remains in DTS listening mode and the DTS indicator remains on. This is to prevent noise when you use the pause, fast forward, or fast reverse function on your player. If...
  • Page 61 Make sure to set the same ID on both the AV receiver and remote controller. ■ Can’t control other components If it’s an Onkyo component, make sure that the u cable and analog audio cable are connected properly. Connecting only an u cable won’t work. —...
  • Page 62 If you’re using DHCP, your router may not always allocate the same IP address to the AV receiver, so if you find that you can’t connect to a server or Internet radio station, recheck the AV receiver’s IP address on “Network”...
  • Page 63 Onkyo is not responsible for damages (such as CD rental fees) due to unsuccessful recordings caused by the unit’s malfunction. Before you record important data, make sure that the material will be recorded correctly.

  • Page 64: Network/Usb Features

    Router automatically. If you want to configure these settings manually, see “Network Setup” • The AV receiver does not support PPPoE settings, so if you have a PPPoE-type Internet connection, you must use a PPPoE- compatible router. • Depending on your ISP, you may need to specify a proxy server to use Internet radio.
  • Page 65 Variable bit-rate (VBR) files are supported. However, playing times may not display correctly. Note • With remote playback, the AV receiver does not support the following music file formats: FLAC and Ogg Vorbis. • In the case of server playback, the above-mentioned file formats may not be played depending on the server type.

  • Page 66: Firmware Update

    Onkyo recommends that you back up your important music files beforehand. • If you connect a USB hard disk drive to the USB port, Onkyo recommends that you use its AC adapter to power it. • USB hubs and USB devices with hub functions are not supported.
  • Page 67 AV receiver. Do not use 8RECEIVER on the remote controller. Congratulations! You now have the latest firmware installed on your Onkyo AV receiver. Troubleshooting Case 1: If “No Update” is displayed on the front display of the AV receiver, it means that the firmware has already been updated.
  • Page 68 • Never unplug the USB storage device containing the firmware file or the AC power cord during the update process. • Do not attempt to access the AV receiver from your PC while it is being updated. • It takes about 30 minutes to complete the firmware update.
  • Page 69 ONKYO CHINA LIMITED Unit 1&12, 9/F, Ever Gain Plaza Tower 1, 88, Container Port Road, Kwai Chung, N.T., Hong Kong Tel: 852-2429-3118 Fax: 852-2428-9039 <http://www.onkyochina.com/> Asia, Oceania, Middle East, Africa Please contact an ONKYO distributor referring to Onkyo SUPPORT site. <http://www.intl.onkyo.com/support/local_support/index.html>...

  • Page 70: Connection Tips And Video Signal Path

    Connection Tips and Video Signal Path The AV receiver supports several connection formats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment. The format you choose will depend on the formats supported by your components. Use the following sections as a guide.

  • Page 71: About Hdmi

    About Copyright Protection The AV receiver supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection) video signals. Other devices connected to the AV receiver via HDMI must also support HDCP. DVI (Digital Visual Interface): The digital display interface standard set by the DDWG HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection): The video encryption technology developed by Intel for HDMI/DVI.

  • Page 72: Using An Rihd-Compatible Tv, Player, Or Recorder

    Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder p, which stands for Remote Interactive over HDMI, is the name of the system control function found on Onkyo components. The AV receiver can be used with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which allows system control over HDMI and is part of the HDMI standard.
  • Page 73 • On the TV, when you select anything other than the HDMI jack to which the AV receiver is connected, the input on the AV receiver will be switched to “TV/CD”. • The AV receiver will automatically power on in conjunction when it determines it to be necessary.

  • Page 74: Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier Section Rated Output Power All channels: (North American) 80 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.7% (FTC) 110 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 6 ohm loads, 2 channels driven at 1 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.9% (FTC)
  • Page 75 Memo...
  • Page 76 Unit 1 & 12, 9/F, Ever Gain Plaza Tower 1, 88, Container Port Road, Kwai Chung, N.T., Hong Kong. Tel: 852-2429-3118 Fax: 852-2428-9039 http://www.ch.onkyo.com/ Y1012-1 SN 29400571 (C) Copyright 2010 ONKYO SOUND & VISION CORPORATION Japan. All rights reserved. * 2 9 4 0 0 5 7 1 *...

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