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AV Receiver
HT-RC360
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.................................12
Turning On & Basic Operations ......20
Advanced Operations .................40
Controlling Other Components...59
Appendix ......................................65
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  • Page 1 AV Receiver HT-RC360 Instruction Manual Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.

  • Page 2: Introduction

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

  • Page 3: Precautions

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

  • Page 4: Supplied Accessories

    • Remove expired batteries as soon as possible to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion. ■ Aiming the remote controller To use the remote controller, point it at the AV receiver’s remote control sensor, as shown below. Remote control sensor page 29)

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Zone 2... 57 Making Zone 2 Connections ... 57 Controlling Zone 2 Components... 58 Controlling Other Components iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock ... 59 Using the Onkyo Dock... 59 Controlling Your iPod/iPhone ... 60 Controlling Other Components... 62 Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes ... 62 Looking up for Remote Control Code ...

  • Page 6: Features

    Connections • 6 HDMI Inputs (1 on front panel) and 1 Output • Onkyo p for System Control • 4 Digital Inputs (2 Optical/2 Coaxial) • Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/1 Output) • Universal Port for the Dock for iPod Radio™...
  • Page 7 HD Radio™, HD Radio Ready™, and the HD Radio Ready logo are proprietary trademarks of iBiquity Digital Corporation. This HD Radio Ready™ receiver is ready to receive HD Radio broadcasts when connected to the Onkyo UP-HT1 HD Radio tuner module (sold separately). “DLNA ®...

  • Page 8: Front & Rear Panels

    Front & Rear Panels Front Panel (North American models) (Chinese models) The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item. a 8ON/STANDBY button (20) b ZONE 2, OFF buttons (58) c Remote control sensor (4) d Display (9) e LISTENING MODE buttons (32) f DIMMER button (North American models) (37)

  • Page 9: Display

    Display For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. a Speaker/channel indicators b Z2 (Zone 2) indicator (58) c Listening mode and format indicators (32, 56) d 1, 3 and cursor indicators (22) e NET indicator (23, 54) f Tuning indicators RDS indicator (Chinese models) (27) AUTO indicator (26) TUNED indicator (26)

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    ZONE 2 LINE OUT jacks k SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jacks l UNIVERSAL PORT jack m SPEAKERS terminals (CENTER, FRONT, SURROUND, SURROUND BACK or FRONT HIGH, ZONE 2) See “Connecting the AV Receiver” for connection (➔ pages 12 to 19).

  • Page 11: Remote Controller

    62). 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 page 62).

  • Page 12: Connections

    Connections Connecting the AV Receiver Connecting Your Speakers Connecting the Speaker Cables The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals. If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK or FRONT HIGH L terminals.
  • Page 13 • Make sure the metal core of the wire does not have 2 3 4 5 6 7 7 contact with the AV receiver’s rear panel. Doing so may ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ damage the AV receiver.
  • Page 14 Refer to your speaker manual. Bi-amping provides improved bass and treble performance. When bi-amping is used, the AV receiver is able to drive up to a 5.1 speaker system in the main room. Once you’ve completed the bi-amping connections as shown...

  • Page 15: About Av Connections

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

  • Page 16: Connecting Components With Hdmi

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

  • Page 17: Connecting Your Components

    UNIVERSAL PORT Note Do not connect the AV receiver’s USB port to a USB port on your computer. Music on your computer cannot be played through the AV receiver in this way. Connect a turntable (MM) that has a phono preamp built-in. If your turntable (MM) doesn’t have it, you’ll need a commercially available phono preamp.

  • Page 18: Connecting Onkyo U Components

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

  • Page 19: Connecting The Antennas

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

  • Page 20: Turning On & Basic Operations

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

  • Page 21: Playback

    • “Playing Music Files on a Server” page 25) • “Remote Playback” (➔ • “Listening to AM/FM Radio” (➔ • “iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock” (➔ page 59) • “Controlling Other Components” To adjust the volume, use VOL q/w. Select a listening mode and enjoy! See also: •...

  • Page 22: Understanding Icons On The Display

    Note • Do not disconnect the USB device or USB cable that comes with iPod/iPhone to the USB port at the front of the AV receiver, while the message “Connecting...” appears on the display. • If you connect an iPod or iPhone to the USB port on this device,...

  • Page 23: Playing A Usb Device

    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 24: Registering My Favorites

    54). • If you’re using DHCP, your router may not always allocate the same IP address to the AV receiver, so if you find that you can’t connect to the AV receiver, recheck the AV receiver’s IP address on the “Network” screen.

  • Page 25: Playing Music Files On A Server

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

  • Page 26: Listening To Am/Fm Radio

    Web Setup in your browser. The volume value of the remote window and the volume value of the AV receiver may not always match. Adjustments you make to the volume in the AV receiver will not be reflected in the “Remote...
  • Page 27 (➔ page 28). Note • In some cases, the text characters displayed on the AV receiver may not be identical to those broadcast by the radio station. Also, unexpected characters may be displayed when unsupported characters are received. This is not a malfunction.
  • Page 28 See the table shown later in this chapter. To start the search, press ENTER. The AV receiver searches until it finds a station of the type you specified, at which point it stops briefly before continuing with the search.

  • Page 29: Using Basic Functions

    • Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup cannot be performed while a pair of headphones is connected. Turn on the AV receiver and the connected TV. On the TV, select the input to which the AV receiver is connected. Set the speaker setup microphone at the Main Listening Position a, and connect it to the SETUP MIC jack.
  • Page 30 • Do not connect or disconnect any speakers during Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup. • If the AV receiver is muted, it will be unmuted automatically when Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup starts. • Changes to the room after Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and...
  • Page 31 • 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 32: Using The Listening Modes

    • The Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be selected if your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player is connected to the AV receiver with a digital audio connection (coaxial, optical, or HDMI). • The listening modes you can select depends on the format of the input signal. To check the format, see “Displaying Source page 38).
  • Page 33 About Listening Modes The AV receiver’s listening modes can transform your listening room into a movie theater or concert hall, with high fidelity and stunning surround sound. ■ Explanatory Notes Input Source The following audio formats are supported by the listening mode.
  • Page 34 ■ Onkyo-Original DSP Listening Modes Listening Mode Description Orchestra Suitable for classical or operatic music, this mode emphasizes the surround channels in order to widen the stereo image, and simulates the natural O r c e s t r a reverberation of a large hall.
  • Page 35 Listening Mode Description Dolby Pro Logic IIx Dolby Pro Logic IIx expands any 2-channel source for 7.1-channel Dolby Pro Logic II playback. It provides a very natural and seamless surround-sound experience that fully envelops the listener. As well as music and movies, video games M o v i e can also benefit from the dramatic spatial effects and vivid imaging.
  • Page 36 For the Blu-ray Discs, Dolby Digital is used in a 3.1/5.1-channel speaker system. AV receiver can input the DSD signal from HDMI IN. Setting the output setting on the player side to PCM might obtain a better sound according to the player. In that case, set the output setting on the player side to PCM.

  • Page 37: Using The Home Menu

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

  • Page 38: Displaying Source Information

    Information is displayed for about three seconds, then the previously displayed information reappears. 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 39: 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 40: Advanced Operations

    2. Tuner 3. HDMI 4. Auto Standby 5. Network 6. Firmware Update Note • This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by Setup (➔ page 62) using SETUP, the arrow buttons, and ENTER. • During Audyssey 2EQ 8.

  • Page 41: Input/Output Assign

    Blu-ray Disc/DVD player to HDMI IN 2, you must assign “HDMI2” to the “BD/DVD” input selector. If you’ve connected your TV to the AV receiver with an HDMI cable, composite video and component video sources can be upconverted to HDMI.

  • Page 42: Speaker Setup

    “Bi-amping the Front Speakers” (➔ page 14). Note • When bi-amping is used, the AV receiver is able to drive up to 5.1 speakers in the main room. • Before you change these settings, turn down the volume. (➔...
  • Page 43 ■ Speaker Impedance (Chinese models) 4ohms: Select if the impedance of any speaker is 4 ohms or more but less than 6. 6ohms: Select if the impedances of all speakers are between 6 and 16 ohms. Note • (North American models) Speakers with an impedance of less than 6 ohms are not supported.
  • Page 44 The audio is not output from the speakers connected to the wireless unit. When the wireless unit is connected to the UNIVERSAL PORT jack on the AV receiver, you can select if you wish to output the audio from the speakers connected to the wireless unit.

  • Page 45: Audio Adjust

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

  • Page 46: Source Setup

    ■ Neo:6 Music Center Image 0 to 2 to 5 The DTS Neo:6 Music listening mode creates 6-channel surround sound from 2-channel stereo sources. With this setting, you can specify by how much the front left and right channel output is attenuated in order to create the center channel.
  • Page 47 ■ Reference Level Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® Reference Level Offset 0dB: This should be used when listening to movies. 5dB: Select this setting for content that has a very wide dynamic range, such as classical music. 10dB: Select this setting for jazz or other music that has a wider dynamic range.

  • Page 48: Name Edit

    IntelliVolume ■ IntelliVolume –12dB to 0dB to +12dB in 1 dB steps. With IntelliVolume, you can set the input level for each input selector individually. This is useful if one of your source components is louder or quieter than the others. Use e/r to set the level.
  • Page 49 Detects whether the input signal is a video or a movie. If it is a movie, the appropriate conversion is applied. The AV receiver will adjust to the picture source, automatically converting it to the appropriate progressive signal and reproducing the natural quality of the original picture.
  • Page 50 “Audio Selector” setting, you can then specify the signal type in “Fixed Mode”. Normally, the AV receiver detects the signal format automatically. However, if you experience either of the following issues when playing PCM or DTS material, you can manually set the signal format to PCM or DTS.

  • Page 51: Listening Mode Preset

    Last, Min, 1 to 79 or Max With this preference, you can specify the volume setting to be used each time the AV receiver is turned on. To use the same volume level that was used when the AV receiver was turned off, select “Last”.

  • Page 52: Hardware Setup

    ■ Remote ID 1, 2, or 3 When several Onkyo components are used in the same room, their remote ID codes may overlap. To differentiate the AV receiver from the other components, you can change its remote ID from “1”, to “2” or “3”.
  • Page 53 (➔ page 16), turning up the AV receiver’s volume control will make the sound be output from the AV receiver’s front left and right speakers. To stop the AV receiver’s speakers producing sound, change the settings, change your TV’s settings, or turn down the AV receiver’s volume.
  • Page 54 (➔ Note • Perform the firmware update only when such an announcement is posted on the Onkyo web site. Visit the Onkyo web site for the latest information. • It takes maximum 60 minutes to complete the firmware update. ■...

  • Page 55: Remote Controller Setup

    To save the setting you made here, go to “Level Calibration” setting the AV receiver to standby. Note • You cannot use this function while the AV receiver is muted. • Speakers that are set to “No” or “None” in “Speaker Configuration” Audyssey ■...
  • Page 56 • The Late Night function can be used only when the input source is Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, or Dolby TrueHD. • The Late Night function is set to “Off” when the AV receiver is set to standby. For Dolby TrueHD sources, it will be set to “Auto”.

  • Page 57: Zone 2

    2-channel stereo playback in Zone 2, with a different source in each room. This is called Powered Zone 2, as the Zone 2 speakers are powered by the AV receiver. To use this setup, you must set the “Powered Zone 2”...

  • Page 58: Controlling Zone 2 Components

    • When Zone 2 is activated and its input selector is selected, the power consumption of standby mode slightly increases. • When setting the AV receiver to standby mode while Zone 2 is active, the Z2 indicator is dimly lit.

  • Page 59: Controlling Other Components

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

  • Page 60: Controlling Your Ipod/Iphone

    Note • Enter the appropriate remote control code before using the AV receiver’s remote controller for the first time • Connect the RI Dock to the AV receiver with an u cable (➔ page 18). • Set the RI Dock’s RI MODE switch to “HDD” or “HDD/DOCK”.
  • Page 61 This allows you to quickly locate your favorite songs even when such lists as the song or artist lists are very long. This button does not turn the Onkyo DS-A2 or DS-A2X RI Dock on or off. Also, your iPod/iPhone may not respond the first time you press this button, in which case you should press it again.

  • Page 62: Controlling Other Components

    ZONE 2. • Only TV remote control codes can be entered for TV. • Except for RECEIVER, TV and ZONE 2, remote control codes from any category can be assigned to the REMOTE MODE. However, these buttons also work as input selector...

  • Page 63: Remote Control Codes For Onkyo Components Connected Via U

    AV receiver, and operate the component. Controlling Onkyo components without u If you want to control an Onkyo component by pointing the remote controller directly at it, or you want to control an Onkyo component that’s not connected via u, use the...
  • Page 64 AUDIO ✔ o CLR The p function is not supported. The p supported by the AV receiver is the CEC system control function of the HDMI standard. These buttons function as colored buttons or A, B, C, D buttons.

  • Page 65: Appendix

    AV receiver stays on, set the volume to minimum, disconnect the power cord, and reconnect your speakers and input sources. If the AV receiver turns off when you set the volume to maximum, disconnect the power cord, and contact your Onkyo dealer. Audio ■...
  • Page 66 ■ About DTS signals When DTS program material ends and the DTS bitstream stops, the AV receiver remains in DTS listening mode and the DTS indicator remains on. This is to prevent noise when you use the pause, fast forward, or fast reverse function on your player. If —...
  • Page 67 — ■ 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 be enough. Make sure you’ve selected the correct remote controller mode.

  • Page 68: Usb Device Playback

    Can’t connect to the AV receiver from a Web browser If you’re using DHCP, your router may not always allocate the same IP address to the AV receiver, so if — you find that you can’t connect to a server or Internet radio station, recheck the AV receiver’s IP address...
  • Page 69 Onkyo is not responsible for damages (such as CD rental fees) due to unsuccessful recordings caused by the unit’s malfunction. Before you record important data, make sure that the material will be recorded correctly.
  • Page 70 Important Note Regarding Video Playback The AV receiver can upconvert component video and composite video sources for display on a TV connected to the HDMI OUT. However, if the picture quality of the source is poor, upconversion may make the picture worse or disappear altogether.

  • Page 71: Network/Usb Features

    54). see “Network” (➔ • The AV receiver does not support PPPoE settings, so if you have a PPPoE-type Internet connection, you must use a PPPoE- compatible router. • Depending on your ISP, you may need to specify a proxy server to use Internet radio.
  • Page 72 • Protected WMA music files on an MP3 player cannot be played. • Onkyo accepts no responsibility whatsoever for the loss or damage to data stored on a USB device when that device is used with the AV receiver. We recommend that you back up your important music files beforehand.
  • Page 73 Variable bit-rate (VBR) files are supported. However, playback time may not be display correctly. Note • With remote playback, the AV receiver does not support the following music file formats: FLAC and Ogg Vorbis. • In the case of server playback, the below-mentioned file formats may not be played depending on the server type.

  • Page 74: Firmware Update

    Onkyo recommends that you back up your important music files beforehand. • If you connect a USB hard disk drive to the USB port, Onkyo recommends that you use its AC adapter to power it. • USB hubs and USB devices with hub functions are not supported.
  • Page 75 • Never unplug the USB storage device containing the firmware file or the AC power cord during the update process. • Do not attempt to access the AV receiver from your PC while it is being updated. • It takes maximum 60 minutes to complete the firmware update.
  • Page 76 ONKYO CHINA LIMITED Unit 1&12, 9/F, Ever Gain Plaza Tower 1, 88, Container Port Road, Kwai Chung, N.T., Hong Kong Tel: 852-2429-3118 Fax: 852-2428-9039 <http://www.onkyochina.com/> Asia, Oceania, Middle East, Africa Please contact an ONKYO distributor referring to Onkyo SUPPORT site. <http://www.intl.onkyo.com/support/local_support/index.html>...

  • Page 77: Connection Tips And Video Signal Path

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

  • Page 78: Audio Connection Formats

    HDMI. When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the AV receiver does not convert digital input signals for analog line outputs and vice versa. For example, audio signals connected to an optical or coaxial digital input are not output by the analog VCR/DVR OUT.

  • Page 79: About Hdmi

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

  • Page 80: 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 81 • On the TV, when you select anything other than the HDMI jack to which the AV receiver is connected, the input on the AV receiver will be switched to “TV/CD”. • The AV receiver will automatically power on in conjunction when it determines it to be necessary.

  • Page 82: Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier Section Rated Output Power All channels: (North American) 100 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) 130 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 6 ohm loads, 2 channels driven at 1 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 1% (FTC)

  • Page 83: 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 HDMI Input ✔ HDMI 1080p ✔ 1080i ✔ 720p 480p/576p ✔ ✔ 480i/576i ✔ Component 1080p ✔ 1080i ✔...
  • Page 84 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/ Y1101-1 SN 29400649 (C) Copyright 2011 ONKYO SOUND & VISION CORPORATION Japan. All rights reserved. * 2 9 4 0 0 6 4 9 *...

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