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  • Page 1 AV Controller RDC-7.1 Instruction Manual...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Instructions

    WARNING: WARNING AVIS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE DO NOT OPEN NE PAS OUVRIR SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the CAUTION: presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...

  • Page 3: Precautions

    This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio fre- printed on the RDC-7.1’s rear panel (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or quency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance AC 120 V, 60 Hz).

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Basic Operation of Remote Controller Front Panel Display ........15 Buttons ............50 Remote Controller (Amp Mode)....16 To Operate the RDC-7.1 (AMP Mode)..50 To Select an Input Source......50 To Operate a Connected Component Installation and Connections (Mode Switching)........51 To Select a Source in Zone 2 or Zone 3 ..
  • Page 5 Input Setup Sub-menu ..........107 Listening Mode ..........143 i.LINK(IEEE1394):SACD Input Setup Using the RDC-7.1 with Option Boards – USA, Sub-menu ..........108 Canada, and Australian models only –..146 Types of the RDC-7.1 Option Boards ..146 Dolby Digital Setup Sub-menu ....109 DTS Setup Sub-menu .........

  • Page 6: Features

    In catalogs and on packaging, the letter added to the end Upconversion (NTSC and PAL Compatible) of the product name indicates the color of the RDC-7.1. • Speaker A and B Mode for 7.1 Channels Specifications and operation are the same regardless of •...
  • Page 7 ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH “This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use RDC-7.1 provides option boards for advanced of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by capability. Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other For details on option boards, see page 146.

  • Page 8: Supplied Accessories

    • Do not use a power cord other than the one supplied with the RDC-7.1. The power cord supplied is Speaker Cable designed for use with the RDC-7.1 and should not be used with any other device. Speaker Labels • Never have the power cord disconnected from the RDC-7.1 while the other end is plugged into the wall...

  • Page 9: Before Using The Rdc-7.1

    RDC-7.1. • If another remote controller of the same type is used in the same room, or the RDC-7.1 is installed close to equipment that uses infrared rays, the remote controller may not work reliably.

  • Page 10: Index Parts And Facilities

    Index Parts and Facilities Here is an explanation of the controls and displays on the front panel of the RDC-7.1. The specifications for your model may differ due to regional requirements. Front Panel Master Volume Standby/On Standby Pure Audio Zone...
  • Page 11 If pressed with the [Power] switch turned on, the RDC-7.1 turns on and the display and [On] indicator light up. If pressed again, the RDC-7.1 returns to the standby state. In the standby state, the display and [On] indicator are turned off and the RDC-7.1 cannot be operated.

  • Page 12: Inner Panel

    USA, Canadian, and Australian models Zone Rec/ Zone Display Dimmer Tuning Preset Tuning Mode Memory Setup Enter Exit Phones Clear RDC-7.1 AV Controller European models Zone Rec/ Zone Display RT/PTY/TP Tuning Preset Tuning Mode Memory Setup Enter Exit Clear Phones RDC - 7.1...
  • Page 13 Index Parts and Facilities —Continued Off [71] Memory button [63] When not using either Rec/Zone 3 or Zone 2, press Press to assign the radio station, to which you are that button and then press the [Off] button to turn currently tuned, as a preset channel or press to off the signal.

  • Page 14: Rear Panel

    Index Parts and Facilities —Continued Rear Panel The design of rear panel varies depending upon region for which the model is intended. For models intended for USA, Canada, and Australia, refer to “Using the RDC-7.1 with Option Boards” on page 146. COMPONENT DIGITAL IN...

  • Page 15: Front Panel Display

    These jacks are for connecting power amplifiers. If the jacks on your power amplifier are XLR RS 232 (balanced) type jacks, connect them here. This port is for connecting the RDC-7.1 to home automation and external controllers. AC INLET This connector is for connecting the supplied power 12V TRIGGER OUT cord.

  • Page 16: Remote Controller (Amp Mode)

    Amp mode, press the scroll wheel. “AMP” appears The RDC-7.1’s remote controller is a multipurpose on the display. device that can be used to control not just the RDC-7.1 Note: but your other AV components as well. This section While neither the [Input] button nor the [Mode] button...
  • Page 17 This button is used to access the onscreen setup menus (OSD) that appear on the TV. Muting button This button is used to mute the RDC-7.1. This function can be set only with the remote controller. Main B button For the speakers used in main room B, every press of this button toggles the status between enabled and disabled.

  • Page 18: Speaker Placement

    Basic Speaker Placements for Home Theater and the Function of Respective Speakers The RDC-7.1 has many excellent features to recreate a clear three-dimensional sound image and lively sound movement. This enables you to enjoy, at home, the rich sound effects of a live theater or concert hall performance.

  • Page 19: Placing The Speakers

    Speaker Placement —Continued Placing the Speakers To fully enjoy surround sound, the configuration and placement of the speakers used are important. Be sure to read through the descriptions in the previous page and shown below. This section provides examples and descriptions that assume a typical situation. Front Left and Right Speakers, and Center Speaker •...

  • Page 20: Speaker Placement Suitable For Thx Audio

    Speaker Placement —Continued Subwoofer Using a subwoofer greatly improves the volume level and sound quality of bass sounds. The subwoofer effect depends not only on the listening position but also on the shape of the listening room. • In general, place the subwoofer in a corner of the room or at a point 1/3 the width of the room.

  • Page 21: Available Speaker Placements According To The Number Of Speakers

    Dolby Digital, DTS, and AAC RDC-7.1. For the number of speaker channel, _.1 ch format sources. When the represents a subwoofer. source is 2 ch or mono, the...

  • Page 22: Connection Examples

    Speaker Placement —Continued Connection Examples The RDC-7.1 has two speaker terminal blocks for speaker system [A] and [B]. This allows you to build two 7.1 ch home theater systems, and various speaker placements and connections are also available. For example, some channels of either speaker system can be used for another room (Zone 2), or you can select one of two speaker systems for playback according to the source.
  • Page 23 Speaker Placement —Continued Main room A: 7.1 ch speaker system and the two additional front speakers connected through the bi- amp connection (when you want to use either the 7.1 ch speakers or the additional front speakers according to the source) 1-1.Speaker Config 3-3.Stereo =====================...
  • Page 24 Speaker Placement —Continued Main room A: 7.1 ch from speaker system [A] and additional subwoofer and surround speakers from speaker system [B] (suitable for enjoying more powerful and lively surround sound in main room A); Main room B: two front speakers from speaker system [B] using the bi-amp connections 1-1.Speaker Config 3-5.Multichannel Input =====================...

  • Page 25: Connecting A Power Amplifier

    Connecting a Power Amplifier Using RCA Type Cables You can connect the power amplifier that has RCA type input terminals to the RDC-7.1 using RCA type cables. Two RCA type input terminal sets (A and B) are available for this connection.

  • Page 26: Connecting A Power Amplifier Using Xlr Type Cables

    You can connect the power amplifier that has XLR Match the pins and insert the terminal until you hear a (balanced) type input terminals to the RDC-7.1 using “click.” Ensure that it is secure by gently pulling it. XLR type cables. One XLR type input terminal set is available for this connection.

  • Page 27: Using Bi-Amp Connection

    Connecting a Power Amplifier —Continued Using Bi-amp Connection When you use bi-wiring-enabled speakers for the front speakers, you can make the bi-amp connection. In this connection, the front and surround back speaker terminals on the power amplifier will be used for tweeter and woofer, respectively.

  • Page 28: Connecting Antennas

    PRE OUT B Insert the plug fully into the socket Once your RDC-7.1 is ready for use, you’ll need to tune into an FM radio station and adjust the position of the FM antenna to achieve the best possible reception.

  • Page 29: Connecting The Am Loop Antenna

    Insert wire Release splitter, as shown. TV/FM antenna splitter Once your RDC-7.1 is ready for use, you’ll need to tune into an AM radio station and adjust the position of the AM antenna to achieve the best To AV receiver To TV (or VCR) possible reception.

  • Page 30: Connecting Av Components

    In addition to the conventional terminals, the RDC-7.1 has various terminals that are capable of next-generation digital transmission. Before connecting AV components to the RDC-7.1, make sure that your cable type matches the terminal shape and the signal type and that the cable length is appropriate for the placement of your connected components.
  • Page 31 (e.g., aspect ratio). S Video connection The video quality is better than with the com- cable posite signal. In this connection, the RDC-7.1 cannot transmit the information for controlling video devices (e.g., aspect ratio). Video connection This connection transmits the standard video...

  • Page 32: Connecting Monitors Such As Tv Or Projector

    31. • The RDC-7.1 incorporates a video converter, which allows you to enjoy the video source even when the connections between the playback device and the RDC-7.1 and between the RDC-7.1 and the monitors are different. When your...

  • Page 33: Connecting A Dvd Player

    IntegraRESEARCH products via connections with the RDC-7.1, you have to make analog audio signal connec- tions. Connect the audio output terminals on the DVD player to the AUDIO IN terminals on the RDC-7.1 using ana- log audio cables (RCA/phono). • This section shows the connection example when you use the default settings of the RDC-7.1. However, you can connect a DVD player to other terminals within the same terminal section on the RDC-7.1.

  • Page 34: Connecting A Dvd Recorder Or Digital Vcr (Video 1)

    For USA and Canadian models, this type of connection is only possible if an option board that has an appropriate terminal is installed. • When connecting a DVD recorder or digital VCR to the RDC-7.1, make connections for video and audio signals using digital and analog terminals. Before making connections, refer to pages 30, 31 for correct connections.

  • Page 35: Connecting A Vcr (Video 2, Video 3)

    For USA and Canadian models, this type of connection is only possible if an option board that has an appropriate terminal is installed. • When connecting a VCR to the RDC-7.1, make connections for video and audio signals. Before making connec- tions, refer to pages 30, 31 for correct connections.
  • Page 36 Connecting AV Components —Continued Example for connecting with the VIDEO 3 as input When connecting to other When connecting to other Audio Output Video Output audio terminals within the video terminals within the same terminal section, config- same terminal section, con- AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT S VIDEO...

  • Page 37: Connecting A Dbs Tuner, Dbs Tv, Or Bs/Cs Tuner

    • When connecting a DBS tuner, DBS TV, or BS/CS tuner to the RDC-7.1, make connections for video and audio sig- nals using digital and analog terminals. Before making connections, refer to pages 30, 31 for correct connections.

  • Page 38: Connecting A Cd Player, Turntable Or Tuner

    Audio Assign sub-menu (See page 98). • When a turntable is equipped with a ground wire, connect the wire to the GND terminal on the RDC-7.1. However, some turntables may produce noise when the ground wire is connected to the RDC-7.1. In such a case, you do not have to connect the ground wire.

  • Page 39: Connecting A Recording Device Such As Md Recorder, Dat Deck, Cd Recorder Or Cassette Deck

    • Connect a cassette or DAT tape deck to TAPE1, and an MD or CD recorder to TAPE 2. • When you connect a cassette deck to the RDC-7.1, be sure to use only analog audio terminals. In the initial settings, no terminal of this unit is assigned to a REC terminal of the cassette deck.

  • Page 40: Connection Using The I.link (Audio) Terminal ( ) (Other Than Chinese Model)

    The RDC-7.1 supports “i.LINK (AUDIO)” of the i.LINK transfer format. Accordingly, “i.LINK (AUDIO)” must also be supported for other devices that you want to connect to the RDC-7.1. The RDC-7.1 does not support other i.LINK transfer formats such as “MPEG-2 TS” used for BS digital broadcasts or “DV” used for DVD recorders, digital video, etc.
  • Page 41 Interconnection of i.LINK (AUDIO)-supported Devices The i.LINK connection allows for data transfer, even if the RDC-7.1 is connected to other devices via another i.LINK (AUDIO)-supported device. You can connect up to 17 devices in a daisy chain (in-line) connection arrangement using the i.LINK connection.
  • Page 42 OSD for DVD If DVD player is connected to the RDC-7.1 via i.LINK, you can output the OSD of the RDC-7.1 on a TV, even if a DVD player is directly connected to the TV. You can configure the setting to specify the display area on the TV, for example, right or left side of the screen.

  • Page 43: Connection Using Hdmi Terminals

    Intel, Silicon Image, FUJITSU, and Hewlett-Packard (Compaq Computer). How to Make a Connection through the HDMI Interface Use the HDMI cable to connect the HDMI terminals on the RDC-7.1 and a HDMI-enabled device such as a DVD player, TV, or projector.
  • Page 44 • The RDC-7.1 is designed to suppress the audio signal whose audio format is not supported with the monitor. How- ever, when a supported digital audio signal is supplied, the monitor may produce unwanted noisy sound at the time the sampling frequency or signal format is switched.

  • Page 45: Connecting -Compatible Av Components

    MD recorder, and DVD player that Power on/ready function has an terminal. When the RDC-7.1 is in the standby state, if an connected component is turned on, the RDC-7.1 also • When performing operations with -connected turns on and the input source selected at the RDC-7.1...

  • Page 46: Connecting Components Not Reached By

    ZONE 2, connect all the red wires to the +12V ter- Example for the main room minal together. If the RDC-7.1 is located inside a cabinet or other enclosure 4. Connect the black wire to the GND terminal, and where the infrared rays from the remote controller cannot then close the shutter.

  • Page 47: Using An External Device With 12V Trigger

    Phoenix (Pluggable Connector) terminal (larger one) and one device to the 12V TRIGGER OUT E terminal (mini-jack). You can connect any external devices to the RDC-7.1 Push the connector whether the connected device is located in the main, into the socket until Zone 2 or Zone 3 room.

  • Page 48: Connecting Components Not Reached By The Remote Controller Signals (Ir In/Out)

    In order to use the remote controller to control the Example for the remote zone (Zone 2/Zone 3) The IR IN input allows you to control the RDC-7.1 from RDC-7.1 from a remote location, you will need to pre- the remote zone (Zone 2/Zone 3) with the remote...

  • Page 49: If Remote Controller Signal Does Not Reach Other Components

    IR OUT terminal. The signal input from placed in the main room, Zone 2, or Zone 3. the remote sensor on the front of the RDC-7.1 will not The RDC-7.1 has five 12V TRIGGER OUT terminals be output to the IR OUT terminal.

  • Page 50: Basic Operation Of Remote Controller Buttons

    Basic Operation of Remote Controller Buttons The remote controller supplied with the RDC-7.1 is a multifunctional remote controller, so you can operate not only the RDC-7.1 but also AV components connected to the apparatus and components placed in another room. The basic operations are explained here.

  • Page 51: To Operate A Connected Component (Mode Switching)

    + 10 Clear --/--- Direct Tuning Custom Zone 3 Zone 3 Zone 2 When you perform the procedures on the RDC-7.1, Macro Zone 2 Scroll wheel press the [Zone 2] (or [Rec/Zone 3]), and press the input Mode Input Dimmer Sleep source buttons.

  • Page 52: Connecting The Power/Basic Operations

    • The RDC-7.1 is shipped with the main power (Power) switch in the on position ( ). When the power cord is plugged in for the first time, the RDC-7.1 will automatically enter the standby state and the [Standby] indicator will light (same condition after step 2 below on the left column).

  • Page 53: Turning On The Power From The Remote Controller

    “AMP” appears on the remote control- Hint: ler’s display. This is the mode for con- The RDC-7.1 is a product for users to trolling the RDC-7.1. enjoy home theater, so it is equipped with a wide range of volume levels. Please fine-...
  • Page 54 You can adjust the brightness of the front display of the Master Volume Standby/On Standby RDC-7.1 using the [Dimmer] button on the remote con- Pure Audio Zone Rec/ Zone troller or on the RDC-7.1 front panel (other than Euro- Power O f f Video Video Video Video Video...
  • Page 55 Using the Sleep Timer (remote controller only) Level - Level + With the sleep timer you can set the RDC-7.1 so that it automatically turns off after a set period. Note: Press the scroll wheel, and then Remote You cannot select a speaker if it is set to “Not Used”...
  • Page 56 Dimmer Tuning Preset Tuning Mode Memory Setup Enter Exit Standby Clear Phones Input AV Controller RDC-7.1 Custom name @.-'/ T V CH Display Listening mode PQRS WXYZ T V VOL + 10 Clear --/--- Direct Tuning *When the input signal is digital audio other than PCM...
  • Page 57 For Zone 2, the RDC-7.1 accepts only analog Hint: and digital signals for audio input.

  • Page 58: Using The Listening Modes

    Types of Listening Modes • PLIIx Game This is the best mode for enjoying games, providing Listening modes on the RDC-7.1 enable you to enjoy the best sense of signal movement. movie theater or concert hall quality sounds in your Dolby Digital room.
  • Page 59 Using the Listening Modes —Continued DTS-ES Matrix • THX Surround EX This mode plays in 6.1 channels the music and movies “THX Surround EX” - Dolby Digital Surround EX is recorded in DTS-ES. Sources recorded in DTS-ES a joint development of Dolby Laboratories and the include data for the surround back channel, and each THX Ltd.
  • Page 60 Using the Listening Modes —Continued TV Logic This mode is suitable for television programs broadcast from studios. You may feel as if you are sitting in a tele- vision studio. All of the surround sounds are enhanced, and conversations are output clearly. Listening Modes for Listeners Using Headphones Dolby Headphone...

  • Page 61: Selecting The Listening Mode

    Selecting the Listening Mode Press the scroll wheel, and then press the listening mode button you want to select. The RDC-7.1 provides various listening modes. Pure A button: To switch the listening mode to Note: “Pure Audio.” When you select “PURE AUDIO,”...

  • Page 62: Listening To Radio Broadcasts

    Listening to Radio Broadcasts This feature requires the tuner terminal board [K] to be inserted in the RDC-7.1. Using the Tuner One of the features of the RDC-7.1 that is most frequently used is its ability to play FM and AM broadcast radio...
  • Page 63 Listening to Radio Broadcasts —Continued Selecting a Preset Radio Station Preset Tuner When using the RDC-7.1: Master Volume Standby/On Press [Tuner] input source button Standby Pure Audio on the RDC-7.1. Tuner Zone Rec/ Zone Power O f f Video Video...

  • Page 64: Listening To Rds Broadcasts (European Models Only)

    • In some cases, the characters displayed on the display Middle of the road music (M.O.R. M): of the RDC-7.1 may not be exactly the same as the Easy listening music (as opposed to Pop, Rock, or Clas- ones broadcast by the radio station. Also, unusual sical).

  • Page 65: Displaying Radio Text (Rt)

    RT signals, they will be displayed in the front display on Enter to listen to. the RDC-7.1. If the station does not, this function will be “Not Found” will appear when no RDS ignored. signal is being received from the station.

  • Page 66: Enjoying Multichannel Playback

    Enjoying Multichannel Playback The multichannel playback feature requires the multichannel terminal board [E] to be inserted in the RDC-7.1. The RDC-7.1 can be connected to two devices, such as How to Set Up a DVD player, that deal with multichannel sounds (5.1- 7.1 channels).

  • Page 67: Playing Back In Multichannel Sound

    Enjoying Multichannel Playback —Continued Playing Back in Multichannel Sound Adjusting the Volume Level of Speakers for Multichannel Playback Macro Zone 2 Scroll wheel Input Mode Input Enter Disc Dimmer Sleep Input Prev VOL / Display Muting Enter Disc Prev Main A Main B Random Display...

  • Page 68: Enjoying Movies And Music In The Remote Zone (Zone 2/3)

    Zone 2 or Zone 3 to the (Zone 2 or Zone 3). RDC-7.1. There are two ways to enjoy in a remote zone: Connect to any of the following terminals: •...

  • Page 69: Enjoying Movies And Music In A Remote

    Assign,” and set the terminal to which the main room. component is connected to “Zone 2 Out” or • Adjust the volume level on the RDC-7.1 (not on the “Zone 3 Out.” power amplifier). 2. Then, set “Zone 2 Out” or “Zone 3 Out” in the Audio Output Assign sub-menu to “Pre...
  • Page 70 Zone 2 indicators Rec/Zone 3 Standby Input On, Standby @.-'/ T V CH Turn on the power supply to the RDC-7.1, and then select a source for Zone 2 or Zone 3. PQRS WXYZ T V VOL Clear --/--- Direct Tuning...

  • Page 71: Recording A Source

    Recording a Source The RDC-7.1 can not only record the playing source but • When not using Zone 2 or Zone 3, press the can also record a source while playing another source. [Zone 2] (or [Rec/Zone 3]) button, and then You can also combine a video and audio to create a new press the [Standby/On] button.

  • Page 72: Recording Audio/Video While Playing

    VIDEO OUT jacks. nent. For example, you can record a CD while watching a DVD. Operate this function the RDC-7.1 in the main Check settings for a recorder connected. room.

  • Page 73: Recording The Video From One Source And The Audio From Another Source

    VIDEO IN 3 onto a video cassette tape on a VCR connected to VIDEO OUT 2. Operate this function in the main room. Turn on the power supply to the RDC-7.1 in MAIN A or MAIN B mode. Check connections and settings to the recording component.

  • Page 74: Australian Models

    100Base-T switched Ethernet network is recommended. Although it’s theoretically possible to The RDC-7.1 can be used as a Net-Tune client on a use a wireless network, due to unpredictable perfor- standard Ethernet network, allowing you to play music...

  • Page 75: Networking Your Rdc-7.1

    122. Networking Your RDC-7.1 To connect the RDC-7.1 to your Ethernet network, plug one end of a CAT5 Ethernet cable into the ETHERNET (Net- Tune) port, and plug the other end into a LAN port on your router or switch.

  • Page 76: Connecting Net Audio - Other Than Usa, Canada, And Australian Models

    • Operating system: Windows XP or 2000 (Mac OS home server or a PC with Net-Tune Central installed. not supported). The RDC-7.1 can be used as a Net-Tune client on a stan- • Processor: Intel Pentium III, 600 MHz or higher dard Ethernet network. By installing IntegraRESEARCH’s •...

  • Page 77: Networking Your Rdc-7.1

    122. Networking Your RDC-7.1 To connect the RDC-7.1 to your Ethernet network, plug one end of a CAT5 Ethernet cable into the ETHERNET (Net- Tune) port, and plug the other end into a LAN port on your router or switch.

  • Page 78: Using The Remote Controller

    Connecting Net Audio – Other than USA, Canada, and Australian models – —Continued Using the Remote Controller Scroll wheel To select Net-Tune mode, press the [Mode] button, and then roll the scroll wheel until “NET-T” appears on the display. Note: While neither the [Input] button nor [Mode] button is Standby illuminated, the scroll wheel changes the input source...
  • Page 79 Connecting Net Audio – Other than USA, Canada, and Australian models – —Continued Number/letter buttons Stop button These buttons are used to enter numbers and letters This button is used to stop playback. when searching for music in your Net-Tune server. Random button Mode button This button is used for random playback.

  • Page 80: Enjoying Internet Radio

    IRD (Internet Radio). ] button. “NET-T” appears in the bottom line. On the RDC-7.1, press the [Net Audio] Press the [Enter] button. button. This button switches between You are presented with a list of radio sta- two alternative settings: Server and tion names.
  • Page 81 The preset is now complete. sage displayed. Enter Enter When the buffering is complete, the RDC-7.1 starts playback of the broad- Choosing a Preset Internet Radio Station cast. Note: While neither the [Input] button If you’re using a narrowband Internet nor [Mode] button is illuminated, connection (e.g., 56K modem, ISDN),...

  • Page 82: Playing A Music File Saved On The Net-Tune Server

    • To stop playback: Turn on the RDC-7.1. Press the [ ] button on the remote controller. When you connect the RDC-7.1 to the net- • To pause playback: work the first time, it will be connected to Press the [ ] button on the remote controller.
  • Page 83 Repeat 1 → The playback begins. All → Off. Repeat 1: Repeats the current track only. Repeat All: Repeats the tracks in the currently selected mode. Repeat Off: Repeat mode is disabled. You can operate the RDC-7.1 when playing and when stopped.

  • Page 84: Configuring The Music Server

    This completes the configuration proce- dure and the menu disappears. Tips: When choosing settings on the RDC-7.1, use the input source buttons, the [Setup] Press the scroll wheel, and then button, the [ ]/[ ]/[...
  • Page 85 Connecting Net Audio – Other than USA, Canada, and Australian models – —Continued Music Server Memo Internet Radio Memo...

  • Page 86: Setup Menu

    When making the various settings required to configure your RDC-7.1 for optimum performance, you can use either the OSD Menu that appears on your television monitor or you can use the display on the front of the RDC-7.1. The OSD Menu is a settings menu that is displayed on your TV monitor.
  • Page 87 Setup Menu —Continued Reference pages Main A Setup 4.Audio Adjust ===================== ===================== 0.Hardware Setup 1.Speaker/Output Setup 1.Tone Control 2.Input Setup 3.Listening Mode Setup 4.Audio Adjust 5.Preference 6.i.LINK Setup 7.Network Setup 8.Lock/Version 5.Preference ===================== 1.Volume Setup 2.Headphone Level Setup 3.OSD Setup 4.OSD Position 6.i.LINK Setup =====================...

  • Page 88: Osd Map (Main B)

    Setup Menu —Continued OSD Map (MAIN B) Reference Main menu pages Main B Setup 0.Hardware Setup ===================== ===================== 0.Hardware Setup 1.TV Format Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.Input Setup 3.Audio Adjust 4.Preference 1.Speaker Setup ===================== 1.Speaker Crossover 2.Speaker Distance 3.Level Calibration 4.THX Audio Setup 2.Input Setup ==Input:XXXXXXXXX==== 1.Listening Mode Preset...

  • Page 89: Osd Map (Zone 2)

    Setup Menu —Continued OSD Map (ZONE 2) The Zone 2 settings shown on this Reference page can be made when you pages 0.Hardware Setup perform the following settings in the ===================== “MAIN A” setup menu. 1.TV Format Setup • Under the “Speaker/Output Setup →...

  • Page 90: Navigating The Setup Menu

    RC-555M Press the [Return] button to set the new settings and return to the previous menu. When setting on the RDC-7.1, use the [Setup] button, the [ ]/[ ]/[ ] buttons and the [Enter] button. In Press the scroll wheel when using the addition, the [Exit] button is used instead of the [Return] remote controller.

  • Page 91: Hardware Setup

    The initial setting is 9 kHz, and this only room. You can select 1, 2, or 3 for remote control ID. needs to be changed if you are using the RDC-7.1 in a If you change the RDC-7.1’s remote control ID, be sure 10 kHz region.

  • Page 92: Speaker/Output Setup

    Speaker/Output Setup The RDC-7.1 provides a wide range of variations in speaker connections and speaker settings, so you have to specify speaker settings according to conditions of each variation. For proper selection of an AV device connected at switching of the input type, you also need to allocate “audio output” and “video output” to each input type. If this allocation is incorrect, the desired component will not play a selected input source.

  • Page 93: Speaker Crossover Sub-Menu

    Speaker/Output Setup —Continued 1. Select the unit of distance from “Unit.” Speaker Crossover Sub-menu You can select either “feet” or “meters.” The default The settings in the Speaker Crossover sub-menu can be varies depending on the region. configured for both “Main A” and “Main B.” 2.

  • Page 94: Level Calibration Sub-Menu

    Speaker/Output Setup —Continued Depth THX Audio Setup Sub-menu When setting “Notch Filter” above to “On,” the notch This is for setting up a home theater with a THX Ultra2 filter becomes effective at the value you specify. compliant speaker system. These settings will be You can specify intervals of 0.5 dB in a range from effective in the listening mode for the THX Ultra2 –15 dB to 0 dB.

  • Page 95: Audio Output Assign Sub-Menu

    “variable” for output to a device connected to Zone 2 or The RDC-7.1 is equipped with analog output jacks for Zone 3. You should operate the RDC-7.1 to adjust the five lines, and digital output jacks: optical jacks (OPT) sound volume from the device in Zone 2 or Zone 3.

  • Page 96: Video Output Assign Sub-Menu

    HDMI terminal of a TV is connected to the HDMI S video output jacks (S VIDEO OUT 4) are fixed to terminal of the RDC-7.1 and you want to enable HDMI Monitor Out A, you cannot change this setting. You audio output of the RDC-7.1 from the TV speakers.

  • Page 97: Input Setup

    Items described here are set when you press the input source buttons. The RDC-7.1 is equipped with several types of jacks in addition to the standard audio and video jacks, and multiple jacks are provided for each type. You may freely assign input sources such as CD, PHONO, TUNER, TAPE 1, TAPE 2, and VIDEO 1-6 to these jacks.

  • Page 98: Audio Assign Sub-Menu (When Input Is Other Than Net Audio)

    Hint: options are “1” and “No.” When you perform the procedures on the RDC-7.1, 1: Select the device connected to the jack of “MULTI- after selecting the input source using the input source CH IN 1.”...

  • Page 99: Music Server Sub-Menu (When Input Is Net Audio)

    Input Setup —Continued SBL/SBR (7.1 ch) (Default): Select this when using device from them using the cursor ([ ]) buttons. the surround back channel. The device selected here will be the preferred device among the connected i.LINK(AUDIO) devices. Subwoofer Sensitivity No: Select this when connected i.LINK(AUDIO) devices are not selected as input devices.

  • Page 100: Listening Mode Preset Sub-Menu

    Input Setup —Continued 2: Select the device connected to the “HDMI IN 2” jack. When selecting this, the video signal from the Here, you can specify the listening mode for playing HDMI IN 2 terminal will also be output to the HDMI DTS signals.

  • Page 101: Character Edit Sub-Menu

    Input Setup —Continued (Main A/B) Character Edit Sub-menu Pure Audio, Direct, Stereo, Mono , PLIIx/NEO:6 (Default) , THX, Mono Movie, Enhance, Orchestra, Character Display Unplugged, Studio-Mix, TV Logic, All Ch Stereo, Full Specify whether or not the name given to an input Mono , Dolby VS, and Last.

  • Page 102: Intellivolume Sub-Menu

    Input Setup —Continued 12V Trigger Assign Sub-menu IntelliVolume Sub-menu When the 12V TRIGGER OUT jack on the RDC-7.1 is When multiple devices are connected to the RDC-7.1, connected to the 12V TRIGGER IN jack of a device, the volume may vary for a device even when volume you can specify the room where you are going to trigger settings on the RDC-7.1 are identical.

  • Page 103: Listening Mode Setup

    Listening Mode Setup This menu allows you to configure the listening mode • When the “(Speaker A) Center” is set to “Not Used” in settings including audio effect and playback options. the Speaker Configuration sub-menu, the available options will be “Front L/R A,” “Front L/R B,” and Mono Setup Sub-menu “Front L/R A+B.”...

  • Page 104: Stereo Setup Sub-Menu

    Listening Mode Setup —Continued b. Multiplex Input Channel A (Default): Outputs the source only from the subwoofer connected to the SUBWOOFER PRE OUT This option allows you to select the preferred audio A terminal. channel when the input is the AAC/Dolby Digital sound B: Outputs the source only from the subwoofer multiplex signal.

  • Page 105: Direct, Pure Audio Setup Sub-Menu

    5.1ch analog multichannel source as a speakers configured to “Speaker A.” 6.1 or higher channel source through the RDC-7.1. The B: Outputs the source from the surround speakers surround back setting you select here will be applied to configured to “Speaker B.”...
  • Page 106 This option configures the surround speakers to use menu, this option will not be displayed. when the RDC-7.1 plays an input source such as DVD- Dolby EX: Plays a 5.1ch source as a 6.1 or higher Audio and Super Audio CD. Select the speakers you channel source using the Dolby Digital EX mode.

  • Page 107: I.link(Ieee1394):Dvd-Audio Input Setup Sub-Menu

    This option configures the center speaker to use when a. LFE Level the RDC-7.1 plays DVD-Audio. Select the speaker you want to use. This setting can be made when the This option allows you to set the bass level for the “(Speaker B) Center”...

  • Page 108: I.link(Ieee1394):Sacd Input Setup Sub-Menu

    This option configures the surround speakers to use i.LINK(IEEE1394):SACD input signal “*/2.” when the RDC-7.1 plays a Super Audio CD. Select the • When the “(Speaker A) Surr Back” is set to “Bi-Amp speakers you want to use. This setting can be made for Front”...

  • Page 109: Dolby Digital Setup Sub-Menu

    This option can also be set for This option configures the surround back speakers to Zone 2. use when the RDC-7.1 plays a Super Audio CD. Select Off: Disables the Late Night function. the speakers you want to use. This setting can be made Low: Narrows the volume range.

  • Page 110: Dts Setup Sub-Menu

    5.1ch source as a 6.1 or This option configures the surround back speakers to higher channel source through the RDC-7.1. The use when playing the source in the Dolby Digital surround back setting you select here will be applied to listening mode.

  • Page 111: Aac Setup Sub-Menu

    A+B: Outputs the source from the surround speakers play a 5.1ch source as a 6.1 or higher channel source configured to “Speaker A” and “Speaker B.” through the RDC-7.1. The surround back setting you select here will be applied to the AAC input signal “*/2.”...
  • Page 112 Listening Mode Setup —Continued • When the “(Speaker A) Surr Back” is set to “Bi-Amp Select the speakers you want to use. This setting can be for Front” or “Not Used” in the Speaker Configuration made when the “(Speaker B) Surr L/R” is set to “Main sub-menu, this option will not be displayed.

  • Page 113: Dolby Pro Logic Iix/Dts Neo:6 (2Ch Input Only) Setup Sub-Menu

    Dolby Pro Logic II mode and the center speaker is in the Dolby Pro Logic IIx or DTS NEO:6 listening connected to the RDC-7.1, the center channel signal is modes. This setting can be made when the “(Speaker A) output only from the center speaker (if the center Center”...

  • Page 114: Thx Setup Sub-Menu

    This option allows you to select which THX mode the • When the settings for “(Speaker A) Surr Back” and RDC-7.1 will use when applying the THX effect to the “(Speaker B) Surr Back” in the Speaker signal. The THX Mode you select here will be given Configuration sub-menu differ, the available options...

  • Page 115: Mono Movie Setup/Enhance Setup/Orchestra Setup/Unplugged Setup/Studio-Mix Setup/Tv Logic Setup Sub-Menu

    “(Speaker B) Surr Back” in the Speaker Games Mode: In this new mode for the THX Ultra2, Configuration sub-menu differ, the available options the RDC-7.1 plays a 2ch game source as a 7.1 or higher will be “A” and “B.” channel source.

  • Page 116: All Ch Stereo Setup/Full Mono Setup Sub-Menu

    Listening Mode Setup —Continued a. Front Effect Surr L/R” is set to “Main A” in the Speaker Configuration sub-menu. This option allows you to turn off the reverb for the A (Default): Outputs the source from the surround front speakers. This is useful when playing live material speakers configured to “Speaker A.”...

  • Page 117: Dolby Virtual Speaker Setup Sub-Menu

    Listening Mode Setup —Continued a. Re-EQ/Academy e. Surr Bk Speaker This option allows you to configure whether the Re-EQ This option configures the surround back speakers to or Academy effect is applied or not in the use when playing the source. Select the speakers you IntegraRESEARCH original listening mode.

  • Page 118: Dolby Headphone Setup Sub-Menu

    Listening Mode Setup —Continued b. Front Speaker A+B: Outputs the source from the subwoofers connected to the SUBWOOFER PRE OUT A and This option configures the front speakers to use when SUBWOOFER PRE OUT B terminals. playing the source. Select the speakers you want to use. Not Used: No subwoofers are used for playback.

  • Page 119: Audio Adjust

    Audio Adjust Surr Bk Bass Tone Control Sub-menu Option for adjusting bass notes from the surround back You can adjust bass, mid, and treble notes for each speaker. Specify at 1 dB intervals in a range from –12 speaker set. dB to +12 dB.

  • Page 120: Preference

    You can set a constant volume level of sounds output e. Net-Tune OSD Display when the RDC-7.1 is powered on. When displaying in absolute values, specify at 0.5 intervals in a range from This item appears when the ETHERNET terminal board 0 to 100.

  • Page 121: I.link Setup

    OSD for DVD a. OSD for DVD Even when a DVD player is directly connected to the TV, the OSD screen of the RDC-7.1 can be displayed on the TV monitor if the DVD player is an IntegraRESEARCH i.LINK (AUDIO)-ready device. In this case, use the i.LINK cable to connect the i.LINK...

  • Page 122: Network Setup

    If using a broadband router (DHCP function), you need not perform “7. Network Setup” because the DHCP function on the RDC-7.1 is defaulted to “Enable.” When the DHCP function for the broadband router is set to “Disable,” network setup is required. In this case, you have to be knowledgeable about the network.

  • Page 123: Client Sub-Menu

    Lock/Version Setup The following sub-menus allow you to lock your Client Sub-menu settings or display the software version of the RDC-7.1. While the system sending information is called a server, the machine receiving the data is called a “client.” Lock Setup Sub-menu Multiple clients can be connected to a single server.

  • Page 124: Using The Remote Controller

    Using the Remote Controller The RC-554M/555M remote controller is a useful tool DVD Mode that can operate not only the RDC-7.1, but also all the other components of your home theater. To operate any DVD mode is used to control an IntegraRESEARCH/ component other than the RDC-7.1 with the RC-554M/...
  • Page 125 Display button Muting button This button is used to display information about the This button is used to mute the RDC-7.1. This func- current disc, title, chapter, or track, including the tion can be set only with the remote controller.

  • Page 126: Cd Mode

    “CD” appears on the display. button RC-554M This button is used to set the volume of the RC-555M RDC-7.1. Muting button This button is used to mute the RDC-7.1. This func- tion can be set only with the remote controller.

  • Page 127: Minidisc Mode

    Muting button source and remote controller mode simultaneously This button is used to mute the RDC-7.1. This func- (when you select “TAPE2” as the top line, “MD” tion can be set only with the remote controller.

  • Page 128: Tape Mode

    Mode Input RDC-7.1. Dimmer Sleep Input Muting button This button is used to mute the RDC-7.1. This func- Enter tion can be set only with the remote controller. Disc Play [ ] button Prev This button is used to start tape playback.

  • Page 129: Using The Remote Controller With Other Components

    , you don’t need to change it. Point want to use with the component, the remote controller at the RDC-7.1 to operate the and then press the scroll wheel. DVD player. The following remote controller modes 5002: Use this code if your DVD player doesn’t have...
  • Page 130 Hitachi 5009 Ferguson 4012 Philips 4021, 4029 Integra 5001, 5002 Fidelity 4030 Phonotrend 4015, 4023 Fracarro 4017 Predki 4017 Integra Research 5001, 5002 4025, 4030 Premier 4023 5023 Fuba 4017 Primestar 4007 Kenwood 5017 Galaxis 4015, 4023 Proscan 4001, 4002...
  • Page 131 Using the Remote Controller with Other Components —Continued SAT (satellite tuner) Manufacturer Control code Manufacturer Control code Manufacturer Control code Universum 4021, 4024 Aiwa 2012, 2046, 2047 Jensen 2013 Vortec 4017 Akai 2003, 2004, 2022 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2032, 2035, 2040, 2048 Wela 4025 2033, 2041, 2044, 2045,...
  • Page 132 Using the Remote Controller with Other Components —Continued Manufacturer Control code Manufacturer Control code Manufacturer Control code 2001, 2002, 2003, 2008, Admiral 1026, 1040, 1062 1004, 1006, 1007, 1009, 2010, 2013, 2021, 2023, Emerson 1010, 1017, 1025, 1027, Akai 1002, 1067 2025, 2026, 2027 1029, 1033, 1040, 1070 Akura...
  • Page 133 Using the Remote Controller with Other Components —Continued Manufacturer Control code Manufacturer Control code Manufacturer Control code Loewe 1014, 1040, 1055 Quasar 1003, 1012, 1031 Techwood 1004, 1006, 1012 Luxman 1004, 1006 1036, 1039, 1054, 1055, 1004, 1005, 1006, 1007, Quelle 1058, 1059, 1068 Teknika...
  • Page 134 Select menu items Rewind Enter Confirm selection Fast forward Number buttons Enter numbers Pause The following buttons control the RDC-7.1. Record Adjust the RDC-7.1 volume The following buttons control the RDC-7.1. Muting Mute the RDC-7.1 Adjust the RDC-7.1 volume Muting...
  • Page 135 Select cable channels Number buttons Enter numbers Number buttons Enter numbers CH/Disc +/– Select cable channels The following buttons control the RDC-7.1. TV Input Select TV or VCR input Adjust the TV volume TV VOL Adjust the RDC-7.1 volume Muting Mute the RDC-7.1...

  • Page 136: Learning Commands From Another Remote Controller

    [Input], [Zone 2], [Zone 3], and the scroll wheel but- ton. Roll the scroll wheel to select the • The RDC-7.1’s remote controller can learn a total of the remote controller mode you 150 commands. However, the commands of some...

  • Page 137: Using Macros

    1. Press the scroll wheel, (to select AMP mode). scroll wheel to select CD, press the 2. Press the [On] button (to turn on the RDC-7.1). scroll wheel, and then press the Play 3. Roll the scroll wheel to select CD (to select the ] button.
  • Page 138 Using the Remote Controller with Other Components —Continued Running Macros Roll the scroll wheel to select a Programmed macros can be run as follows. character, and then press the scroll wheel to set it. Press the [Macro] button. The following characters are available. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 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 + –...

  • Page 139: Other Settings For The Remote Controller

    Other Settings for the Remote Controller Reordering the Remote Controller Modes Editing Remote Controller Modes You can change the order in which the remote controller Adding New Remote Controller Modes modes appear when you roll the scroll wheel. The posi- You can add additional modes (DVD, TV, VCR, CBL, tion of the AMP mode cannot be changed.
  • Page 140 Other Settings for the Remote Controller —Continued Deleting Remote Controller Modes Assigning Remote Controller Modes You can delete remote controller modes that you don’t You can change the combination in selecting the input need, such as modes for components that you don’t source and remote controller mode simultaneously have.

  • Page 141: Resetting The Remote Controller

    RF receiver to pick up commands from the remote cessfully, “OK” appears on the display. controller, which are then fed to the RDC-7.1 via its IR IN socket. For this to work, you must assign the same ID and channel to the remote controller and RF receiver.

  • Page 142: Changing The Remote Controller's Control Id

    Note: If you change the remote controller’s ID, be sure to select the same ID on the RDC-7.1. For details on setting up the RDC-7.1’s remote control ID, refer to the “Remote Con- trol Setup Sub-menu” section on page 91. The default ID...

  • Page 143: Relationship Between Input Source And Listening Mode

    Relationship Between Input Source and Listening Mode Note: Available listening modes may differ depending on your region and the option board installed. Dolby Digital Dolby Digital/AAC Analog Multichannel Multichannel Multichannel 5.1ch 7.1ch Input Signal Format (*/2) (Other than */2) Button Type of source CD, TV, LD, VHS, MD,...
  • Page 144 Relationship Between Input Source and Listening Mode —Continued DTS96/24 Discrete/ Multichannel Multichannel Multichannel Matrix Input Signal Format Multichanne Matrix (Other than (*/2) (Other than (*/2) Button */2) */2) Type of source DVD, LD, CD, etc. Listening mode ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔...
  • Page 145 Relationship Between Input Source and Listening Mode —Continued i.LINK(IEEE1394): i.LINK(IEEE1394):DVD-Audio SACD Input Signal Format Multichannel Multichannel 176.4/192 Multichannel Button (*/2) (Other than (3/2) */2) Type of source DVD-Audio Super Audio CD Listening mode ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔...

  • Page 146: Using The Rdc-7.1 With Option Boards - Usa

    Using the RDC-7.1 with Option Boards – USA, Canada, and Australian models only – Types of the RDC-7.1 Option Boards The following option boards are available for the RDC-7.1 as of November 2004. DIGITAL IN DIGITAL IN AUDIO IN OPTICAL...
  • Page 147 S Video: Input × 6, Output × 4 Component video (RCA): Input × 3, Output × 1 This option board will be inserted over slots H and I on the RDC-7.1. Product number: C-CPNT-BNC Provides BNC-type component video terminals. One input terminal set and one output terminal set are available.

  • Page 148: Installing The Option Boards (Usa And Australian Models Only)

    Using the RDC-7.1 with Option Boards – USA, Canada, and Australian models only – —Continued Installing the Option Boards (USA The sub-panels are fixed to the RDC-7.1 with two screws at the top and bottom, while the panel that and Australian Models Only) covers slots [H] and [I] is fixed with four screws...

  • Page 149: Troubleshooting

    • It is supposed that the RDC-7.1 is using a source in Zone 2 Try selecting another listening mode. or 3. When not using, set both Zone 2 and 3 to “Off” (page •...

  • Page 150: Video

    RDC-7.1 doesn’t recognize it as a genuine DTS signal. • If the RDC-7.1 is installed in a rack or cabinet with colored In such cases, you may hear noise. glass doors, the remote controller may not work reliably •...

  • Page 151: Recording

    • Was the Sleep function set? The Sleep function turns off No playlists are available? Zone 2/3 as well as the RDC-7.1. To set the Sleep function • Use the Net-Tune server to create some playlists. for Zone 2/3 only, see page 69.

  • Page 152: Error Messages

    (On other than USA, Canadian, and Australian models, Recout, Zone 2 out and Zone 3 out) the RDC-7.1’s Power switch must be set to On in order 1 (fixed, Monitor out A) to charge the backup system). Once it has been...
  • Page 153 Specifications – USA and Canadian models – —Continued Amplifier Section Tuner Section Maximum Output Level: 8.5 Vrms THD (Total Harmonic Distor- Tuning frequency Range: 87.50 to 108.00 MHz, 200 kHz tion): 0.05% (1 Vrms output) steps Input Sensitivity and Impedance: Usable Sensitivity: 200 mV, 50 k Ω...

  • Page 154: Specifications - Other Than Usa And Canadian Models

    Specifications – Other than USA and Canadian models – General Antennas: 75 ohms unbalanced Power Supply Rating: Included loop antenna and external European & Australian models: AC 230-240 V, 50 Hz terminal Asian models: AC 220-230 volts, 50 Hz AC Inlet: 1 (IEC type) AC 120 V, 60 Hz Consumption Power:...
  • Page 155 Specifications – Other than USA and Canadian models – —Continued Tuner Section Tuning frequency Range: 87.50 to 108.00 MHz, 50 kHz steps Usable Sensitivity: 17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 Ω IHF) Stereo 23 µV (75 Ω DIN) 11.2 dBf, 1.0 µV (75 Ω IHF) Mono 0.9 µV (75 Ω...
  • Page 156 Integra Research Division of Sales & Product Planning Div. : 2-1, Nisshin-cho, Neyagawa-shi, OSAKA 572-8540, JAPAN Tel: 072-831-8023 Fax: 072-831-8124 http://www.onkyo.com/ Integra Research Division of ONKYO U.S.A. CORPORATION 18 Park Way, Upper Saddle River, N.J. 07458, U.S.A. Tel: 201-785-2600 Fax: 201-785-2650 http://www.integraresearch.com...

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