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AV Receiver
TX-NR1008
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and plugging in the unit.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Contents
Introduction ...................................2
Connections.................................13
Turning On & Basic Operations ......24
Advanced Operations .................42
Controlling iPod & Other
Components............................79
Others...........................................92
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  • Page 1 AV Receiver TX-NR1008 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: Declaration Of Conformity

    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

    Looking up for Remote Control Code ... 84 Entering Remote Control Codes... 86 Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via u ... 86 Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons ... 87 Resetting the Remote Controller ... 87 Controlling Other Components ... 87 Activities Setup ...

  • Page 6: Features

    U.S. and foreign patents pending. Audyssey MultEQ Audyssey DSX™, Audyssey Dynamic Volume Audyssey Dynamic EQ marks of Audyssey Laboratories. Music Optimizer™ is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation. /Slacker/ “HDMI, the HDMI Logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.”...
  • Page 7 HD Radio™ and the HD Radio Ready logo are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corporation. To receive HD Radio broadcasts, you must install an Onkyo UP-HT1 HD Radio tuner module (sold separately). In Europe, using banana plugs to connect speakers to an audio amplifier is prohibited.

  • Page 8: Front & Rear Panels

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

  • Page 9: Phones Jack

    The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item. l PHONES jack (➔ m ZONE 2, ZONE 3 and OFF buttons n TONE button (➔ 60, 77) o LEVEL button (➔ p MONITOR OUT button (➔...

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    Rear Panel a DIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks b RS232 terminal Terminal for control. c u REMOTE CONTROL jack d UNIVERSAL PORT jack e ETHERNET port f SIRIUS antenna jack (North American models) g MONITOR OUT V and S jacks h COMPONENT VIDEO IN and MONITOR OUT jacks i HDMI IN and HDMI output (HDMI OUT MAIN and...

  • Page 11: Remote Controller

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

  • Page 12: About Home Theater

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

  • Page 13: Connections

    Connections Connecting the AV Receiver Connecting Your Speakers Speaker Configuration The following table indicates the channels you should use depending on the number of speakers that you have. For 9.1-channel surround-sound playback, you need 9 speakers and a powered subwoofer. Number of 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 7 8 8 9 9 9 10 11 speakers...

  • Page 14: Connecting The Speaker Cables

    • Don’t connect more than one cable to each speaker terminal. Doing so may damage the AV receiver. • Don’t connect one speaker to several terminals. Connecting the Speaker Cables Screw-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown.

  • Page 15: Using Dipole Speakers

    Using Dipole Speakers You can use dipole speakers for the surround and surround back speakers. Dipole speakers output the same sound in two directions. Dipole speakers typically have an arrow printed on them to indicate how they should be positioned. The surround dipole speakers should be positioned so that their arrows point toward the TV/screen, while the surround back dipole speak- ers should be positioned so that their arrows point toward...

  • Page 16: Connecting A Power Amplifier

    Connecting a Power Amplifier If you want to use a more powerful power amplifier and use the AV receiver as a preamp, connect it to the PRE OUT jacks, and connect all speakers to the power amplifier. Note Specify “None” for the channel that you don’t want to output (➔...

  • Page 17: About Av Connections

    About AV Connections Connected image with AV components HDMI cable AV receiver Blu-ray Disc/ DVD player TV, projector, etc. • Before making any AV connections, read the manuals supplied with your AV components. • Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed and double-checked all AV connections. •...

  • Page 18: Connecting Your Components With Hdmi

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

  • Page 19: Connecting Your Components

    Connecting Your Components Front Rear Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below. ✔: Assignment can be changed (➔ 45). Jack AUX INPUT VIDEO AUDIO L/R DIGITAL COMPONENT IN 1 (BD/DVD) VIDEO IN 2 (CBL/SAT) MONITOR OUT DIGITAL COAXIAL...

  • Page 20: Connecting Onkyo U Components

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

  • Page 21: Connecting Antenna

    Connecting Antenna This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna. The AV receiver won’t pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna to use the tuner. (North American and Taiwan models) Insert the plug fully...

  • Page 22: Which Connections Should I Use

    Which Connections Should I Use? The AV receiver supports several connection formats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment. The format you choose will depend on the formats supported by your components. Use the following sections as a guide. Video Connection Formats Video component can be connected by using any one of the following video connection formats: composite video, S-Video, PC IN (Analog RGB), component video or HDMI, the latter offering the best picture quality.
  • Page 23 ■ “Monitor Out” setting set to “Analog” Video input signals flow through the AV receiver as shown, with composite video, S-Video and PC IN (Analog RGB) sources being upconverted for the component video output. Use this setting if you connect the AV receiver’s COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT to your TV.

  • Page 24: Turning On & Basic Operations

    Turning On & Basic Operations Turning On/Off the AV Receiver (North American and Taiwan models) ON/STANDBY STANDBY indicator Turning On (European and Asian models) Set POWER to the ON position ( ) on the front panel. The AV receiver enters Standby mode, and the STANDBY indicator comes on. Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel.

  • Page 25: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations This manual describes the procedure using the remote controller unless otherwise specified. Selecting the Language Used for the Onscreen Setup Menus You can determine the language used for the onscreen setup menus. See “Language” in the “OSD Setup” 57).

  • Page 26: Muting The Av Receiver

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

  • Page 27: Using The Home Menu

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

  • Page 28: Using Headphones

    Using Headphones Connect a pair of stereo headphones with a stan- dard plug (1/4 inch or 6.3 mm) to the PHONES jack. Note • Always turn down the volume before connecting your head- phones. • While the headphones plug is inserted in the PHONES jack, the Headphone indicator, speaker/channel indicator FL and FR lights.

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

    Audyssey MultEQ ® Room Correction and Speaker Setup With the supplied calibrated microphone, Audyssey MultEQ automatically determines the number of speakers connected, their size for purposes of bass man- agement, optimum crossover frequencies to the subwoofer (if present), and distances from the primary listening posi- tion.

  • Page 30: Error Messages

    • Writing Error! This message appears if saving fails. Try saving again. If this message appears after 2 or 3 attempts, contact your Onkyo dealer. • Speaker Detect Error This message appears if a speaker is not detected. “No” means that no speaker was detected.

  • Page 31: Using A Powered Subwoofer

    Changing the Speaker Settings Manually You can manually make changes to the settings found dur- ing Audyssey MultEQ ® Room Correction and Speaker Setup. See also: • “Speaker Configuration” (➔ • “Speaker Distance” (➔ • “Level Calibration” (➔ • “Equalizer Settings” (➔...

  • Page 32: Listening To The Radio

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

  • Page 33: Presetting Fm/Am Stations

    Presetting FM/AM Stations You can store a combination of up to 40 of your favorite FM/AM radio stations as presets. Tune into the FM/AM station that you want to store as a preset. See the previous section. Press MEMORY. The preset number flashes. While the preset number is flashing (about 8 sec- onds), use PRESET e/r to select a preset from 1 through 40.
  • Page 34 Finding Stations by Type (PTY) You can search for radio stations by type. Press RT/PTY/TP twice. The current program type appears on the display. Use PRESET e/r to select the type of program you want. See the table shown later in this chapter. To start the search, press ENTER.

  • Page 35: Recording

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

  • Page 36: Using The Listening Modes

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

  • Page 37: About Listening Modes

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

  • Page 38: Listening Modes

    Listening Modes Listening Mode Description Pure Audio In this mode, the display and video circuitry are turned off, minimizing pos- sible noise sources for the ultimate in high-fidelity audio reproduction. (As P u r e A u d i o the video circuitry is turned off, only video signals input through HDMI input can be output from an HDMI output(s).) Direct...
  • Page 39 Listening Mode Description DTS-HD High (Continued from the previous page.) Resolution Audio D T S – H D H R DTS-HD Master Audio D T S – H D M S T R DTS Express D T S E x p r e s s D S D DTS 96/24 This mode is for use with DTS 96/24 sources.
  • Page 40 Listening Mode Description Founded by George Lucas, THX develops stringent standards that ensure movies are reproduced in movie theaters and home theaters just as the direc- T H X C i n e m a tor intended. THX Modes carefully optimize the tonal and spatial character- istics of the soundtrack for reproduction in the home-theater environment.
  • Page 41 Onkyo-Original DSP Listening Modes Listening Mode Description Orchestra Suitable for classical or operatic music, this mode emphasizes the surround channels in order to widen the stereo image, and simulates the natural rever- O r c h e s t r a beration of a large hall.

  • Page 42: Advanced Operations

    Advanced Operations Advanced Setup On-screen Setup Menus This manual describes the procedure using the remote controller unless otherwise specified. MENU 1. Input/Output Assign 2. Speaker Setup 3. Audio Adjust 4. Source Setup 5. Listening Mode Preset 6. Miscellaneous 7. Hardware Setup 8.

  • Page 43: Input/Output Assign

    Explanatory Notes Main Menu Speaker Setup ■ Subwoofer Yes: Select if a subwoofer is connected. Select if no subwoofer is connected. a Menu selection b Setting target c Setting options (default setting underlined) Input/Output Assign Main Menu Input/Output Assign Monitor Out On the “Monitor Out”...
  • Page 44 Changing “Monitor Out” setting manually Press MONITOR OUT on the front panel. The current setting is displayed. Press MONITOR OUT on the AV receiver repeatedly to select: Analog, HDMI Main, HDMI Sub, Both, Both(Main) or Both(Sub) For details on each item, in the “Monitor Out” settings (➔...

  • Page 45: Hdmi Input

    HDMI Input If you connect a video component to an HDMI input, you must assign that input to an input selector. For example, if you connect your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player to HDMI IN 2, you must assign “HDMI 2” to the “BD/DVD” input selector.
  • Page 46 ■ BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, PC, AUX, TV/CD, PHONO, PORT IN 1, IN 2: Select a corresponding component video input that the video component has been connected. - - - - -: Select if you are using HDMI output, rather than the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT, for the output from composite video, S-Video, and compo- nent video sources.

  • Page 47: Speaker Setup

    Speaker Setup Main menu Speaker Setup Some of the settings in this section are set automatically by Audyssey MultEQ ® Room Correction and Speaker 29). Setup function (➔ Here you can check the settings made by Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup function, or set them manually, which is useful if you change one of the connected speakers after using Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup...

  • Page 48: Speaker Distance

    ■ Surr Back Ch 1ch: Select if only one surround back speaker is con- nected. 2ch: Select if two (left and right) surround back speakers are connected. Note • If the “Surr Back” setting is set to “None” cannot be selected. ■...

  • Page 49: Equalizer Settings

    Equalizer Settings This setting is set automatically by Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup function With the Equalizer settings, you can adjust the tone of speakers individually with a 7-band equalizer. The volume of each speaker can be set (➔...

  • Page 50: Audio Adjust

    ■ Preserve THX Settings Yes: Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® Audyssey Dynamic Volume THX listening mode. Audyssey Dynamic EQ / Audyssey Dynamic Volume will be active in THX listening mode depending on the setting. Note • This setting is fixed at “Yes” if “Loudness Plus” is set to “On”. THX Loudness Plus THX Loudness Plus is a new volume control technology featured in THX Ultra2 Plus™...
  • Page 51 ■ PLIIz Height Gain The Height Gain Control in Dolby Pro Logic IIz enables the listener to select how much gain is applied to the front high speakers. There are three settings, “Low”, “Mid” and “High”, and the front high speakers are accentuated in that order.

  • Page 52: Source Setup

    Source Setup Items can be set individually for each input selector. Preparation Press the input selector buttons to select an input source. Main menu Source Setup Audyssey When Audyssey MultEQ ® Room Correction and Speaker Setup is complete, the “Equalizer” “Audyssey”...
  • Page 53 About Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deterio- rating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics. Dynamic EQ selects the correct frequency response and surround levels moment-by-moment at any user- selected volume setting.

  • Page 54: Picture Adjust

    Name input area 4-4. Name Edit Name < > Shift Space Back Space Shift & ’ Shift Space Back Space Shift Shift Switches the displayed character. (Left)/ (Right): Selected when the cursor is moved within the Name input area. Space: Enters a space character.

  • Page 55: Edge Enhancement

    Accordingly, Onkyo recommends that setup and calibration be per- formed by an ISF Certified installation technician. ■...

  • Page 56: Listening Mode Preset

    ■ Gamma *2*4 –3 to 0 to +3 Adjust the balance of incoming picture R (red), G (green), and B (blue) color data signal to the output color data signal. ■ Red Brightness *2*4 –50 to 0 to +50 With this setting you can adjust the picture red brightness.

  • Page 57: Miscellaneous

    ■ Remote ID 1, 2, or 3 When several Onkyo components are used in the same room, their remote ID codes may overlap. To differenti- ate the AV receiver from the other components, you can change its remote ID from “1”, to “2” or “3”.
  • Page 58 Tuner For FM/AM tuning to work properly, you must specify the FM/AM frequency step used in your area. Note that when this setting is changed, all radio presets will be deleted. ■ FM/AM Frequency Step (North American and Taiwan models) 200kHz/10kHz: Select if 200 kHz/10 kHz steps are used in your area.

  • Page 59: Auto Power Down

    (➔ Firmware Update Note • Perform the firmware update only when an announcement is posted on the Onkyo web site. See the Onkyo web site for latest information. • It takes about 30 minutes to complete the firmware update. ■...

  • Page 60: Lock Setup

    USB: You can update the firmware from a USB mass stor- age device. You can update the Onkyo dock’s firmware. Do not shut- down the power of the AV receiver while update. Note • This update shall not be performed when no dock is connected to UNIVERSAL PORT jack.

  • Page 61: Audyssey Settings

    Audyssey Settings ■ Dynamic EQ See “Dynamic EQ” of “Source Setup” ■ Dynamic Volume See “Dynamic Volume” of “Source Setup” Late Night With the Late Night function, you can reduce the dynamic range of Dolby Digital material so that you can still hear quiet parts even when listening at low volume levels—...

  • Page 62: Audio Selector

    Audio Selector You can set priorities of audio output when there are both digital and analog inputs. ■ Audio Selector ARC: The audio signal from your TV tuner can be sent to the HDMI OUT MAIN of the AV receiver. With this selection the TV’s audio can be automati- cally selected as a priority among other assignments.

  • Page 63: Net/Usb

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

  • Page 64: Listening To Internet Radio

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

  • Page 65: Playing Music Files On A Server

    Enter the preset name and Internet address (URL). WEB Setup Menu Unit Information Preset Internet Radio Internet Radio Information Name Tuner Internet Radio Click “Save” to save the Internet radio station. Registering Presets Once you’ve added a station to the list, simply select it on the Internet Radio screen, and then press ENTER to start playback.

  • Page 66: Windows Media Player 11 Setup

    Use q/w to select an item, and then press ENTER. A list of music files appears. All Music Song 1 Song 2 Song 3 My favorite song 1 My favorite song 2 My favorite song 3 My favorite song 4 My favorite song 5 My favorite song 6 My favorite song 7...

  • Page 67: Supported Audio File Formats

    Supported Audio File Formats For server playback, the AV receiver supports the follow- ing music file formats: MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC, Ogg Vorbis, AAC and LPCM. Not all servers support all for- mats. ■ • MP3 files must be MPEG-1/MPEG-2 Audio Layer 3 for- mat with a sampling rate of 8 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 12 kHz, 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz and a bit-rate of between 8 kbps and 320 kbps.

  • Page 68: Remote Playback From Media Server/Personal Computer

    Server Requirements The AV receiver can play digital music files stored on a computer or media server and supports the following tech- nologies: • Windows Media Player 11 • Windows Media Connect 2.0 • DLNA-certified media server If the operating system of your computer is Windows Vista, Windows Media Player 11 is already installed.

  • Page 69: Network Settings

    Using Remote Playback Start Windows Media Player 12. Before remote playback, setup on Windows Media Player 12 is required. On the product, press NET/USB to select the server screen. A list of media server appears. • The NETWORK indicator on the product’s display lights up.
  • Page 70 Use q/w to select the setting, and use e/r to set them. To enter an IP address, select the setting, and then press ENTER. The arrow can then be used to enter numbers. Press ENTER again to set the number. The settings are explained below.

  • Page 71: About Usb

    About USB USB can be used to play music files stored on USB mass storage devices (e.g., USB flash drives and MP3 players), which can be plugged into the AV receiver’s USB port. Supported Audio File Formats For USB mass storage device playback, the AV receiver supports music file formats.
  • Page 72 MP3 player’s instruction manual for details. • Protected WMA music files on an MP3 player cannot be played. • Onkyo accepts no responsibility whatsoever for the loss or dam- age to data stored on a USB mass storage device when that device is used with the AV receiver.

  • Page 73: Multi Zone

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

  • Page 74: Connecting Zone 3

    Connecting Zone 3 There are two ways you can connect Zone 3 speakers: 1. Connect them directly to the AV receiver. 2. Connect them to an amp in Zone 3. Connecting Your Zone 3 Speakers Directly to the AV receiver This setup allows 7.1-channel playback in your main room and 2-channel stereo playback in Zone 3, with a different source in each room.

  • Page 75: Setting The Powered Zone 2/3

    Setting the Powered Zone 2/3 If you’ve connected your Zone 2/3 speakers to the AV receiver, as explained in “Connecting Your Zone 2 Speak- ers Directly to the AV receiver” (➔ 73) or “Connecting Your Zone 3 Speakers Directly to the AV receiver” 74), you must set the “Powered Zone2”...

  • Page 76: Using Zone 2/3

    To use the same volume level as when the AV receiver was last turned off, select “Last”. The “Zone2 Power On Volume” and “Zone3 Power On Volume” cannot be set higher than the “Zone2 Maximum Volume” and “Zone3 Maximum Volume” setting. Using Zone 2/3 This section explains how to turn Zone 2/3 on and off, how to select an input source for Zone 2/3, and how to...

  • Page 77: Using The Remote Controller In Zone 2/3 And Multiroom Control Kits

    Adjusting the Volume for Zones On the remote controller, press ZONE repeatedly, and then use VOL q/w. On the AV receiver, press ZONE 2 or ZONE 3 (the ZONE 2/3 indicator and Zone 2/3 selector on the display flashes) and press LEVEL followed by Up r/Down e within 8 seconds.
  • Page 78 Using a Multiroom Kit with a Cabinet In this setup, the IR receiver picks up the infrared signals from the remote controller and feeds them to the AV receiver located in the cabinet via the connecting block. Connecting block IR IN Inside Remote controller cabinet...

  • Page 79: Controlling Ipod & Other Components

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

  • Page 80: Connecting An Onkyo Dock

    The following iPod models are not supported in Standard Mode. These iPod models can only be controlled in Extended Mode. • iPod (5th generation) • iPod nano (1st generation) Connecting an Onkyo Dock Onkyo Dock UP-A1 Dock (Universal Port Option Dock) ND-S1 RI Dock Models sold are different depending on the region.

  • Page 81: Using The Onkyo Dock

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

  • Page 82: Controlling Your Ipod

    RI Dock With the RI Dock, you can easily play the music stored on your Apple iPod through the AV receiver and enjoy great sound, and watch iPod slideshows and videos on your TV. In addition, the onscreen display (OSD) allows you to view, navigate, and select your iPod model’s contents on your TV, and with the supplied remote controller, you can control your iPod from the comfort of your sofa.
  • Page 83 • For detailed operation of the iPod, please refer to the instruction manual of RI Dock. This button does not turn the Onkyo DS-A2 or DS-A2X RI Dock on or off. Your iPod may not respond the first time you press this button, in which case you should press it again.

  • Page 84: Controlling Other Components

    You do not need to enter a remote control code to control these components. For details on controlling these components, see the pages indicated. BD/DVD Onkyo Blu-ray Disc player TV/CD Onkyo CD player PORT Onkyo Universal Port Option...
  • Page 85 • If you cannot access the database, a message “Cannot connect to database.” will appear. Press ENTER to return to the previous step. • If the brand name is not found, use r to select “Not Listed”, and then press ENTER. The following screen appears.

  • Page 86: Entering Remote Control Codes

    • TV/CD 71817: Onkyo CD player without u 11807: TV with p If you want to control an Onkyo component by pointing the remote controller directly at it, use the following remote control codes: 32900: Onkyo Blu-ray Disc player 32901:...

  • Page 87: Resetting Remote Mode Buttons

    Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons You can reset a REMOTE MODE to its default remote control code. While holding down REMOTE MODE that you want to reset, press and hold down HOME until REMOTE MODE button lights (about 3 seconds). Within 30 seconds, press REMOTE MODE again. REMOTE MODE button flashes twice, indicating that the button has been reset.
  • Page 88 Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE first. Note • With some components, certain buttons may not work as expected, and some may not work at all. ✔: Available buttons Components Buttons ✔ a ON, STANDBY ✔ b 9, INPUT, TV VOL q/w ✔...

  • Page 89: Activities Setup

    Activities Setup Via onscreen menu, you can specify what actions will be taken by the Easy macro command in the Easy macro mode (➔ 28). Press RECEIVER followed by SETUP. The main menu appears onscreen. • If the main menu doesn’t appear, make sure the appropri- ate external input is selected on your TV.

  • Page 90: Learning Commands

    Press ENTER. A message for transfer will appear. 8–2. Activities Setup Now we are ready to transfer data to the remote. Please hold the remote so that it is facing the receiver. Use ENTER button of your remote to activate “OK”. Ready? To use the remote controller, point it at the AV receiver’s remote control sensor, as shown below.

  • Page 91: Using Normal Macros

    • Remote controller buttons such as Play, Stop, Pause, and so on are preprogrammed with commands for controlling Onkyo CD players, cassette decks, and DVD players. However, they can learn new commands, and you can restore the preprogrammed commands at any time by resetting the remote controller •...

  • Page 92: Others

    Onkyo dealer. If you can’t resolve the issue yourself, try resetting the AV receiver before contacting your Onkyo dealer. To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press ON/ STANDBY.
  • Page 93 ■ Only the center speaker produces sound If you use the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music, or Dolby Pro Logic IIx Game lis- tening mode with a mono source, such as an AM radio station or mono TV program, the sound is con- centrated in the center speaker.
  • Page 94 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 95: Music Server And Internet Radio

    If none of the codes work, use the Learning function to learn the commands of the other component’s remote controller. To control an Onkyo component that’s connected via u, point the remote controller at the AV receiver. Be sure to enter the appropriate remote control code first.
  • Page 96 Onkyo is not responsible for damages (such as CD rental fees) due to unsuccessful recordings caused by the unit’s malfunction. Before you record important data, make sure that the material will be recorded cor- rectly.

  • Page 97: Video Section

    Specifications Amplifier Section Rated Output Power (North American) All channels: 135 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 0.08% (FTC) 145 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven at 1 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.7% (FTC)

  • Page 98: Audio Outputs

    ■ Audio Outputs Analog VCR/DVR, ZONE 2/3 PRE OUT Analog Multichannel Pre Outputs Subwoofer Pre Outputs 2 Speaker Outputs Main (L, R, C, SL, SR, SBL, SBR) + ZONE2/Front Wide (L, R), + ZONE3/Front High (L, R) Phones 1 (6.3 ø) ■...

  • Page 99: About Hdmi

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

  • Page 100: 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 101 ■ How to connect and setup Confirm the connecting and setting. 1. Connect the HDMI OUT MAIN jack to the HDMI input jack of the TV. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, etc. AV receiver DIGITAL AUDIO connection (OPTICAL) TV, projector, etc. 2. Connect the audio output from the TV to the OPTICAL IN 2 jack of the AV receiver using an optical digital cable.

  • Page 102: Video Resolution Chart

    Video Resolution Chart The following tables show how video signals at different resolutions are output by the AV receiver. NTSC/PAL Output Input HDMI 1080p 1080i 720p 480p/576p ✔ 480i/576i Component 1080p 1080i 720p 480p/576p ✔ 480i/576i 480i/576i S-Video Composite PC IN (Analog RGB) Available resolution: [640 ×...
  • Page 103 Memo...
  • Page 104 Unit 1 & 12, 9/F, Ever Gain Plaza Tower 1, 88, Container Port Road, Kwai Chung, N.T., Hong Kong. Tel: 852-2429-3118 Fax: 852-2428-9039 http://www.ch.onkyo.com/ SN 29400341 (C) Copyright 2010 ONKYO CORPORATION Japan. All rights reserved. Y1005-1 * 2 9 4 0 0 3 4 1 *...

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