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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.
Contents
Before using
Facilities and connections
Setup and operation
Remote controller
Appendix
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  • Page 1 AV Receiver TX-NR900 TX-NR900E Instruction Manual Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.

  • Page 2: Before Using Important Safeguards

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

  • Page 3: Precautions

    2. AC Fuse The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user-serviceable. If power does not come on, contact your Onkyo authorized service station. 3. Care From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before using Important Safeguards ... 2 Precautions ... 3 Contents ... 4 Features ... 6 Supplied accessories ... 6 Before using this unit ... 7 Setting the voltage selector (Worldwide models only) ... 7 Connecting the power cord (Other than North American and Australian models) ...
  • Page 5 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 ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH I.

  • Page 6: Features

    “Dolby,” “Pro Logic,” “Surround EX” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • “Theater-Dimensional” is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation. • “NET-TUNE” is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation. • Lucasfilm and THX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Lucasfilm Ltd.

  • Page 7: Before Using This Unit

    Before using this unit Setting the voltage selector (Worldwide models only) Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector so that you can set your TX-NR900 to conform with local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch to match the voltage of the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit.

  • Page 8: Index Parts And Facilities

    Index parts and facilities Here is an explanation of the controls and displays on the front panel of the TX-NR900E. The specifications for your model may differ due to regional requirements. Front panels STANDBY/ON STANDBY POWER ZONE AUDIO SELECTOR PURE AUDIO...
  • Page 9 Index parts and facilities For further operational instructions, see the pages indicated in brackets [ ]. POWER switch (for all models other than USA and Canadian models) [30] Press to turn on and off the main power supply for the TX-NR900/ 900E.
  • Page 10 Index parts and facilities MEMORY button [37] Press to assign the radio station that you are currently tuned to a preset channel or press to delete a previously preset station. FM MODE button [36] Press to change the stereo mode from AUTO to MONO and vice versa.

  • Page 11: Front Panel Display

    Index parts and facilities Front panel display Input signal path indicators Shows from which terminal the input signal is coming. Listening mode or digital input format indicators One of these indicators lights to show the format of the current input source.

  • Page 12: Remote Controller

    Index parts and facilities Remote controller The RC-511M is a multi-functional remote controller. The instructions given here only explain how to use the remote controller in conjunction with the TX-NR900/900E. To operate the TX- NR900/900E using the remote controller, first press the RCVR MODE button to place the remote controller in the receiver mode.
  • Page 13 Index parts and facilities SEND/LEARN indicator [7] Lights red when signals are sent by the remote controller. It also flashes when a button is pressed when the battery power is low. ON/STANDBY button [30, 43] ON: Press to turn on the TX-NR900/900E. STANDBY: Press to place the TX-NR900/900E in the standby state.

  • Page 14: Rear Panels

    Index parts and facilities Rear panels USA and Canadian models DIGITAL PRE OUT INPUT ANTENNA COAX FRONT CENTER SURR SURR BACK/ ZONE 2 FRONT MULTI CH INPUT AUDIO CENTER SURR SURR BACK DIGITAL AUDIO OUTPUT Other than USA and Canadian models DIGITAL PRE OUT INPUT...
  • Page 15 IR IN/OUT [27] These connectors are for connecting the remote sensor of a multi- room kit (sold separately). [28] This jack is for connecting other Onkyo components equipped with the same terminal. 12V TRIGGER OUT ZONE 2 [29] This connector is used to connect to the 12V TRIGGER IN terminal of a component in the remote zone (Zone 2) if one has one.

  • Page 16: Connecting To Audio/Video Equipment

    Connecting to Audio/Video equipment • Be sure to always refer to the instructions that came with the component that you are connecting. • Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been properly made. • For input jacks, red connectors (marked R) are used for the right channel, white connectors (marked L) are used for the left channel, and yellow connectors (marked V) are used for video connection.

  • Page 17: Connecting Your Audio Components

    Connecting to Audio/Video equipment Here is an explanation of typical ways to connect various components to the TX-NR900/900E. 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 Video Components

    Connecting to Audio/Video equipment Connecting a DVD Player with 5.1-Channel Output : Signal flow DIGITAL INPUT TENNA COAX FRONT SURR SURR BACK/ ZONE 2 FRONT UDIO SURR SURR BACK UDIO DIGITAL OUTPUT Connecting your video components Below is an example of how you can connect your video components to the TX-NR900/900E.
  • Page 19 Connecting to Audio/Video equipment : Signal flow S Video input Video input L (white) Analog audio input R (red) 6. VCR (VIDEO 1) R (red) Analog audio output L (white) Video output S Video output 5. Connecting a television monitor or projector (MONITOR OUT) The TX-NR900/900E is equipped with a simple Y/C separate circuit and simple Y/C mixed circuit.
  • Page 20 Connecting to Audio/Video equipment Digital audio input (optical) Digital audio output (coaxial) S Video input Video input Analog audio input 7. DVD recorder, other digital video recording device (VIDEO 2) Analog audio output Video output S Video output Component video output 7.
  • Page 21 Connecting to Audio/Video equipment 8. Settop box, video camera (VIDEO 3) S Video output Video output L (white) Analog audio output R (red) Digital audio output (optical) 8, 9. Connecting a satellite tuner, television, or settop box (VIDEO 3 or 4) Using an RCA video cable, connect the video output jack (composite) of the device to the VIDEO 3 (or 4) VIDEO IN jack of the TX-NR900/900E.

  • Page 22: Connecting Speakers

    Connecting speakers Before connecting the speakers, it is very important to place them properly for the optimum sound space for your listening pleasure. Be sure to refer to the instruction manuals that came with the speakers during placement and connection. Furthermore, be aware that for surround playback, the configuration and placement of your speakers are both very important.

  • Page 23: Connecting Speakers

    Connecting speakers Connecting speakers After determining the layout of your speaker system, it is now necessary to connect the speakers correctly to your TX-NR900/900E. Caution: Connect only speakers with an impedance between 4 and 16 Ω to the TX-NR900/900E. If the impedance of even one speaker is between 4 and 6 Ω, be sure to set the speaker impedance setting accordingly (see page 46).

  • Page 24: Connecting Antennas

    Connecting antennas To use the tuner of TX-NR900/900E, it is necessary to prepare the supplied FM and AM antennas. • Adjustment and placement of the FM and AM antennas for better reception must be done while listening to a station broadcast.

  • Page 25: Connecting An Fm Outdoor Antenna

    Connecting antennas Connecting an FM outdoor antenna Make sure to follow the general rules given below: • 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 26: Connecting The Remote Zone (Zone 2) Speakers

    Connecting the remote zone (Zone 2) speakers The TX-NR900/900E allows you to watch and listen to two separate input sources at the same time. This allows you to, for example, place speakers and a television in two different rooms so that two or more people can enjoy two different movies at the same time.

  • Page 27: Operating Components Not Reached By The Remote Controller Signals (Ir In/Out)

    900E from a remote location, you will need to prepare a multi- room kit (sold separately) such as one of those given below: • Onkyo’s Multi-Room System kits (IR Remote Controller Extension System) • Multiroom A/V distribution and control system such as those ®...

  • Page 28: Miscellaneous Connections

    TX-NR900/900E. The other one can be used to daisy chain with another component. • With Onkyo DVD players, you can enter the pre-program code so that you can operate the DVD player directly with the remote controller without connecting the...

  • Page 29: Connecting To Devices With Analog Multi Channel Output

    Miscellaneous Connections Connecting to devices with analog multi channel output Connect a DVD player, MPEG decoder, or other component that has a multi channel port for 5.1 channel or 7.1 channel output. Front output Subwoofer Surround Ex: DVD-Audio player/MPEG decoder Surround back Center Connecting auxiliary power amplifier...

  • Page 30: Connecting The Power

    This period may be shorter when the unit is exposed to a highly humid climate. STANDBY RCVR MASTER VOLUME VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO TAPE TUNER PHONO NET AUDIO DISPL AY PUSH TO OPEN TX-NR900E To wall outlet...

  • Page 31: Enjoying Music Or Videos With The Tx-Nr900/900E

    Enjoying music or videos with the TX-NR900/900E Input source buttons STANDBY/ON STANDBY POWER ZONE REC ( AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO SELECTOR PURE AUDIO UPSAMPLING PHONES REC OUT ZONE STEREO SURROUND RT/ PTY/ TP MEMORY ZONE LEVEL Though the TX-NR900/900E is often used to listen to the radio, it does not show you its true ability until it is used to play music or watch videos, DVDs, and the like.

  • Page 32: Temporarily Turning Off The Sound

    Enjoying music or videos with the TX-NR900/900E STANDBY/ON STANDBY POWER ZONE REC ( VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO SELECTOR PURE AUDIO UPSAMPLING PHONES REC OUT ZONE STEREO SURROUND RT/ PTY/ TP MEMORY ZONE LEVEL PHONES Temporarily turning off the sound To turn off the sound momentarily, press the MUTING button on the remote controller.

  • Page 33: Changing The Listening Mode

    Enjoying music or videos with the TX-NR900/900E Listening mode buttons STANDBY/ON STANDBY POWER ZONE REC ( AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO SELECTOR PURE AUDIO UPSAMPLING PHONES REC OUT ZONE STEREO SURROUND RT/ PTY/ TP MEMORY ZONE LEVEL Changing the listening mode To change the listening mode during playback, press the listening mode buttons.

  • Page 34: Switching The Display

    Enjoying music or videos with the TX-NR900/900E STANDBY/ON STANDBY ZONE REC ( AUDIO VIDEO VIDEO SELECTOR PURE AUDIO UPSAMPLING PHONES REC OUT ZONE STEREO SURROUND ZONE LEVEL Switching the display While listening to or watching an input source, you can display the information regarding the type of source and signal being input by pressing the DISPLAY button on the TX-NR900/900E or the remote controller.

  • Page 35: Changing The Audio Mode

    Enjoying music or videos with the TX-NR900/900E Input source buttons DIRECT/PURE AUDIO STANDBY/ON STANDBY POWER ZONE REC ( VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO PURE AUDIO UPSAMPLING SELECTOR PHONES REC OUT ZONE STEREO SURROUND RT/ PTY/ TP MEMORY ZONE LEVEL AUDIO SELECTOR Changing the audio mode Press the AUDIO SELECTOR button on the front panel (or AUDIO SEL button on the remote controller) to change the audio mode.

  • Page 36: Listening To Radio Broadcasts

    Listening to Radio Broadcasts One of the features of the TX-NR900/900E that is most frequently used is its ability to play FM and AM broadcast radio stations. The TX-NR900/900E provides a number of listening modes perfect for listening to the radio and getting the most out of your audio system. Also, by presetting radio stations that you listen to frequently, you can select them easily by pressing the CH controller.

  • Page 37: Presetting A Radio Station

    Listening to Radio Broadcasts STANDBY/ON STANDBY POWER ZONE REC ( VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO SELECTOR PURE AUDIO UPSAMPLING PHONES REC OUT ZONE STEREO SURROUND RT/ PTY/ TP MEMORY ZONE LEVEL MEMORY FM MODE Presetting a radio station 1. Tune into the radio station you desire (see “Tuning into a radio station”...

  • Page 38: Listening To Rds Broadcasts

    NR900E 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-NR900E receives characters that cannot be displayed correctly. This is not a malfunction. • When an RDS station broadcasting PS information is selected, the name of the station is displayed instead of the frequency.

  • Page 39: Displaying Radio Text (Rt)

    Displaying Radio Text (RT) If the station you are currently tuned into is broadcasting RT signals, they will be displayed in the front display on the TX-NR900E. If the station does not, this function will be ignored. 1. To display the radio text, press the RT/PTY/TP button once.

  • Page 40: Recording A Source

    Recording a source To record the input source signal you are currently watching or listening to This method outputs to the audio and video outputs the currently selected input source signal. This method allows you to a signal while you are actually listening to or watching it. 1.

  • Page 41: Recording The Video From One Source And The Audio From Another

    Recording a source Recording the video from one source and the audio from another You can add the sound from one source to the video of another source to make your own video recordings. Below is an example of recording the sound from a compact disc player connected to CD IN and the video from a video camera connected to VIDEO 5 INPUT to video cassette tape in a video cassette recorder connected to the VIDEO 1 OUT jack.

  • Page 42: Enjoying Music Or Videos In The Remote Zone

    Enjoying music or videos in the remote zone Using the buttons on the TX-NR900/900E 1. Press the ZONE 2 button on the TX-NR900/900E. 2. Select an input source. After pressing the ZONE 2 button, you must press an input source button within 8 seconds. The indicator above the input source button lights green.

  • Page 43: Using The Remote Controller

    Enjoying music or videos in the remote zone Using the remote controller After pressing the ZONE 2 button, press the ON/STANDBY button within 5 seconds. Select an input source: After pressing the ZONE 2 button, press an INPUT SELECTOR button within 5 seconds. If tuner is selected with the TUN button, you can use the CH button to select a preset radio station.

  • Page 44: Setup Menu

    Setup Menu When making the various settings required to configure your TX-NR900/900E for optimum performance, you can either use the OSD Menu that appears on your television monitor or you can use the display on the front of the TX-NR900/900E. The OSD Menu is a settings menu that is displayed on your TV monitor.

  • Page 45: Navigating Through The Setup Menu

    Setup Menu Advanced Menu 0.Hardware Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.Input Setup 3.Audio Adjust 4.Preference 5.Network Setup →Basic Menu |ENTER|Quit:|SETUP| Front panel display Main menu Navigating through the Setup Menu You can change settings in the Setup Menu using the buttons on the front panel and on the remote controller.

  • Page 46: Hardware Setup

    Hardware Setup 0. Hardware Setup Menu Advanced Menu 0.Hardware Setup 1.Speaker Impedance 2.Surr Back/Zone2 3.IR IN Setup 4.AM Frequency Step |ENTER|Quit:|SETUP| The settings within the Hardware Setup Menu will need to be made before you use your TX-NR900/900E for the first time. Once you have selected one of the Hardware Setup menu items, the setting will not be displayed again when you enter the Basic Menu.

  • Page 47: Surr Back/Zone 2 Sub-Menu

    Hardware Setup 0-2. Surr Back/Zone 2 Sub-menu Advanced Menu 0.Hardware Setup 0-2.Surr Back/Zone2 a.Surr Back/Zone2 :Surr Back Quit:|SETUP| a. Surr Back/Zone 2 Zone 2: Select when connecting the speakers for the remote zone (Zone 2) to the SURR BACK/ZONE 2 PRE OUT or SURR BACK/ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals (for using the internal amplifier for Zone 2).

  • Page 48: Speaker Setup

    Speaker Setup 1. Speaker Setup Menu After you have installed the TX-NR900/900E, 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. Before you perform the following settings, it is important that you first determine the following items: •...

  • Page 49: Speaker Distance Sub-Menu

    Speaker Setup f. Crossover This setting allows you to set the crossover frequency for your speaker system. The crossover frequency is the minimum frequency delivered to a speaker and can be set to 40 Hz, 60 Hz, 80 Hz (THX), 100 Hz, or 120 Hz.

  • Page 50: Level Calibration Sub-Menu

    Speaker Setup 1-3. Level Calibration Sub-menu Use this sub-menu to set the volume for each speaker so that each volume is heard by the listener at the same level. This is especially important for speaker layouts where the left and right speakers are at different distances or in asymmetrical positions due to room designs and configurations.

  • Page 51: Input Setup

    Input Setup 2. Input Setup Menu This menu allows you to make the various settings concerning the signals input from the various input sources that you use with the TX-NR900/900E. The settings made in this menu are valid for the input source that is currently selected with the input source buttons at the front panel and, therefore, these settings are made separately for each input source.

  • Page 52: Multichannel Setup Sub-Menu (When Net Audio Is Not Selected As The Input Source)

    Input Setup b. Digital Format Sets the digital signal type to which priority is given during signal detection at the selected digital terminal. The default setting is “All.” If “----” is selected for this input source at the Digital Input setting, then this setting will not appear. Although you can use this default setting as is, you may change it as desired depending on the input signal format or if you know that you will always be listening to a certain input signal format from a...

  • Page 53: Video Setup Sub-Menu

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

  • Page 54: Intellivolume Sub-Menu

    Input Setup Once 10 characters are entered, you will automatically return to the previous screen. If the name is completed before you enter 10 characters, enter spaces until 10 characters are entered. To change an existing character, move the cursor backward with the RETURN button or forward with the ENTER button to the location of the mistaken character and then enter the desired character as explained above.
  • Page 55 Input Setup Relationship between input source and listening mode Listening modes marked with the “G” can be selected. For columns that list a number of listening modes, the display will correspond to the format of the signal from the source media. Input source signal (display) a.
  • Page 56 Input Setup Input source signals a. Analog/PCM Analog sources consist of LP records, FM and AM broadcasts, cassette tapes, and the such. PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) is one form of digital audio signals and is recorded directly onto compact discs and DVDs without compression. b.
  • Page 57 Input Setup Dolby D (Dolby Digital) This mode is used for playing Dolby Digital sources. • Dolby Digital EX Enabled when playing back sources with surround tracks that were encoded using the Surround EX technology. • Dolby EX Select to achieve the same effects as Dolby Digital EX encoded sources with non-Dolby Digital sources.

  • Page 58: Audio Adjust

    Audio Adjust 3. Audio Adjust Menu Set the various parameters for the sound signals. Advanced Menu 3.Audio Adjust 1.Tone Control 2.Surround Speakers 3.Sound Effect 4.Delay 5.LFE Level 6.Mono 7.Theater-Dimensional 8.Surround Advanced Menu 3.Audio Adjust 9.THX 10.Mono Movie 11.Enhanced 7 12.Orchestra 13.Unplugged 14.Studio-Mix 15.TV Logic...

  • Page 59: Sound Effect Sub-Menu

    Besides level and delay adjustments, this setting provides the ability to change or adjust the relative speaker position to fine tune the soundfield for the listener. This is accomplished using Onkyo’s unique Enhanced Spatial Positioning Algorithm. This adjustment provides 10 milliseconds of delay for the speakers, which is equivalent to moving the speaker 10 feet (3 meters) away.

  • Page 60: Lfe Level Sub-Menu

    Audio Adjust 3-5. LFE Level Sub-menu This sub-menu is for setting the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) levels included in Dolby Digital and DTS software. Setting Values a. Dolby Digital –∞, –10 dB to 0 dB b. DTS –∞, –10 dB to 0 dB a.

  • Page 61: Surround Sub-Menu

    Audio Adjust 3-8. Surround Sub-menu This sub-menu provides various settings for modifying the plain Dolby Digital, DTS, and Pro Logic II Surround listening modes. The settings that can be set are shown in the table below. Setting Values a. Surr Mode Pro Logic II Movie (Analog/PCM) Pro Logic II Music...

  • Page 62: Enhanced 7/Orchestra/Unplugged/Studio Mix /Tv Logic Sub-Menu

    Audio Adjust 3-9. THX Sub-menu This sub-menu allows you to set the settings that will be enabled when the THX listening mode is selected. The settings available are shown in the table below. Setting Values a. Re-EQ (THX) Off, On b.
  • Page 63 Audio Adjust Settings possible for each listening mode (3-1. 3-2. 3-3. Sub-menu) Setting 3-1. Tone Control a. Bass b. Treble Listening mode Mono Direct/Pure Audio Stereo Theater-Dimensional Dolby EX DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 DTS 96/24 Dolby Digital Dolby Pro Logic II DTS-ES Neo:6 THX Cinema (PLII) THX Cinema (Neo:6)

  • Page 64: Preference

    Preference 4. Preference Menu Advanced Menu 4.Preference 1.Volume Setup 2.Headphones Level 3.OSD Setup 4.OSD Position |ENTER|Quit:|SETUP| 4-1. Volume Setup Sub-menu This sub-menu allows you to make various settings concerning the volume control of the TX-NR900/900E. Advanced Menu 4.Preference 4-1.Volume Setup a.Volume Display :Absolute b.Muting Level...

  • Page 65: Headphones Level Sub-Menu

    Preference 4-2. Headphones Level Sub-menu If you notice a large difference in the volume when listening to the headphones from when listening to the speakers, you can change the headphone volume level so that you do not have to make adjustments with the main volume dial each time you put on the headphones.

  • Page 66: Remote Controller

    The RCVR MODE button lights. 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation buttons that can be used to control an Onkyo cassette tape deck. Operation buttons: : Play : Stop...

  • Page 67: Controlling An Onkyo Dvd Player

    The DVD MODE button lights. 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation buttons that can be used to control an Onkyo DVD player. Operation buttons: ON: Turns DVD player on and off STANDBY: Turns DVD player off (Some sets may not respond to this button.

  • Page 68: Controlling An Onkyo Cd Player

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

  • Page 69: Controlling An Onkyo Md Recorder

    70, then this button cannot be used to operate Onkyo MD recorders. If this is the case, to operate an Onkyo MD recorder, you must first erase the satellite tuner code by following the directions given in “Erasing all the commands programmed under a MODE button”...

  • Page 70: Entering A Pre-Programming Code

    First enter 601 and if it does not operate properly, enter 613. No. 600: This code is for Onkyo DVD players that have an terminal that you are connecting to the TX-NR900/900E with an cable. You will then operate the DVD player by pointing the remote controller at the remote control sensor on the TX-NR900/900E.

  • Page 71: Pre-Programming Codes

    (i.e. if the first code does not work, then try the next). BRAND SETTING No. DENON 602, 609 HITACHI KENWOOD MAGNAVOX 606, 613 MARANTZ MITSUBISHI 608, 613 ONKYO 600, 601, 613 PANASONIC PIONEER PROSCAN SONY TOSHIBA YAMAHA 609, 614 ZENITH 613, 615 BRAND SETTING No.

  • Page 72: Operating Your Programmed Remote Controller

    Operating your programmed remote controller After entering a pre-programming by following the procedure given above, the following modes become enabled for use. ENTER, DVD MODE (DVD Player Mode) Operations are the same as explained on page 67. SAT MODE (Satellite Tuner Mode) 1.

  • Page 73: Vcr Mode (Vcr Mode)

    Operating your programmed remote controller TV/VCR TV MODE TV/VCR VCR MODE (VCR Mode) 1. Press the VCR MODE button. The VCR button lights. STANDBY 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operation buttons that can be used to control your VCR.

  • Page 74: Programming The Commands Of Remote Controllers For Other Devices Into The Remote Controller

    Programming the commands of remote controllers for other devices into the remote controller 2 to 6 inches (5 to 15 cm) Programming procedure When programming the commands of another remote controller to the RC-511M remote controller, you must first decide under which MODE button you want the commands to be linked.

  • Page 75: Erasing The Programmed Command From One Button

    You may, however, use these buttons to program the codes for other remote controllers. If you wish to restore the Onkyo preset codes after you program new codes, you must first erase the new codes (on this page).

  • Page 76: Using The Macro Function

    Using the macro function What is the macro function? A macro function enables you to program a series of button operations (up to 16) on the remote controller into a single button. The series of operations are then called a macro. For example, to play a compact disc player connected to the TX-NR900/900E normally, you must perform the following steps: 1.

  • Page 77: Erasing A Macro From The Macro 1 (Or 2) Button

    Using the macro function MACRO 1 Erasing a macro from the MACRO 1 (or 2) button SEND/LEARN 1. Press and hold down any one of the 8 MODE buttons, indicator press the MACRO 1 (or 2) button, and then release both buttons.

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting Guide

    © Lower volume and then disconnect headphones. Power shuts off immediately after power on. • Amplifier protection circuitry is activated. © Remove the power cord from outlet immediately. Contact your Onkyo service center. SPEAKERS No sound from the center speaker, or at very low volume.

  • Page 79: Video And Audio

    Troubleshooting guide VIDEO and AUDIO Desired picture does not appear. • Improper connection. © Check connections. Insert the plugs and connectors completely (see pages 16 to 29). • Video Setup Sub-menu settings are incorrect. © Check settings at Setup Menu → Input Setup Menu → Video Setup Sub-menu (see page 53).

  • Page 80: If One Of The Messages Shown Below Appears

    Troubleshooting guide If one of the messages shown below appears “Not available with headphones use” Operation not allowed because headphones are plugged into the TX- NR900/900E. “Not available with Multichannel use” Operation not allowed while the multi-channel output is being used. “Not available in this Sp Config”...

  • Page 81: Specifications

    Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION Continuous average power output (FTC) All channels: 110 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. 145 W min. RMS at 6 Ω, 2 channels driven from 1 kHz with no more than 0.1%...
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  • Page 84 18 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 E-mail: info@onkyo.de ONKYO CHINA LIMITED Units 2102-2107, Metroplaza Tower I, 223 Hing Fong Road, Kwai Chung, HOMEPAGE http://www.onkyo.co.jp/...

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