Onkyo Stereo Receiver TX L5 User Manual
Contents  
Before UsingYour AV Receiver 2  
AV Receiver  
Getting started  
TX-L5  
Instruction Manual  
Turning on the AV Receiver/  
Speaker Setup  
Enjoying music or videos  
Enjoying Surround mode/  
Recording  
Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver.  
Please read this manual thoroughly before making  
connections and turning on the power.  
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.  
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FIGURE 1:  
21.Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be  
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified  
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the  
original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric  
shock, or other hazards.  
22.Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to the  
appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to  
determine that the appliance is in proper operation condition.  
23.Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The appliance should be mounted to  
a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.  
24.Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat sources  
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances  
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.  
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL  
ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70  
ANTENNA  
LEAD IN  
WIRE  
GROUND  
CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION 810-20)  
ELECTRIC  
SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMPS  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING  
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ART 250, PART H)  
S2898A  
Precautions  
I For British models  
I For U.S. models  
Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord  
of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel.  
Note to CATV system installer:  
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's  
attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for  
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground  
shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close  
to the point of cable entry as practical.  
IMPORTANT  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the  
following code:  
Blue  
: Neutral  
Brown : Live  
FCC Information for User  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may  
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals  
in your plug, proceed as follows:  
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal  
which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.  
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal  
which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.  
CAUTION:  
The user changes or modifications not expressly approved by the  
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to  
operate the equipment.  
NOTE:  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits  
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against  
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment  
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not  
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause  
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.  
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the  
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the  
interference by one or more of the following measures:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
IMPORTANT  
A 5 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be  
replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5  
amperes and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check  
for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.  
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE  
SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE  
REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF  
SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK  
IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMPERE  
SOCKET.  
If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.  
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from  
that to which the receiver is connected.  
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for  
help.  
Declaration of Conformity  
I For Canadian models  
NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH  
CANADIAN ICES-003.  
For models having a power cord with a polarized plug:  
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE  
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.  
We,  
ONKYO EUROPE  
ELECTRONICS GmbH  
INDUSTRIESTRASSE 20  
82110 GERMERING,  
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.  
I Modele pour les Canadien  
REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B  
EST CON-FORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.  
Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:  
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES,  
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA  
BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER  
JUSQU’AU FOND.  
GERMERING, GERMANY  
I. MORI  
ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH  
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Precautions  
Features  
1. Recording Copyright  
Amplifier Features  
Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is  
illegal without permission of the copyright holder.  
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.  
I Rated output power (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.6% THD):  
Front 22 W + 22 W, center 22 W, surround 22 W + 22 W  
I 24-bit DSP chip featuring high-speed processing and  
excellent reliability  
I Stabilized ground potential, which is the basis of audio  
signal amplitudes  
I Dolby* Digital & Dolby Pro Logic II decoder and DTS**  
decoder  
I Acoustic Control function  
I Subwoofer pre-output  
I Five sets of audio input connectors and three sets of audio  
output connectors  
3. Care  
From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and the  
cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth in a  
weak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry, and wipe  
off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately with a clean cloth. Do not  
use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical solvents or  
cloths since these could damage the finish or remove the panel  
lettering.  
I S-Video input/output  
I Heat-resistance, slim power transformer  
I Large extruded-aluminum heat sinks  
I Three digital input connectors  
I Onkyo-original surround modes with five sophisticated  
modes (Orchestra, Unplugged, Studio Mix, TV Logic and All  
Channel Stereo) for natural audio reproduction  
I Late Night function  
4. Power  
WARNING  
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ  
THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.  
The voltage of the available power supply differs according to  
country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area  
where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC 230  
V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel.  
Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform  
to 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.  
FM/AM Tuner Features  
I 30 FM/AM random presets  
I FM auto tuning  
I FM indoor antenna supplied  
I AM indoor antenna supplied  
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.  
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of  
Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. ©1992-  
1997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved.  
**Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc.  
US Pat. No.5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issues and  
pending, “DTS” and “DTS Digital Surround” are trademarks of  
Digital Theater Systems, Inc. ©1996 Digital Theater Systems,  
Inc. All Rights reserved.  
Memory Preservation  
This unit does not require memory preservation batteries.  
A built-in memory power backup system preserves the  
contents of memory during power failures and even when the  
POWER switch is set to OFF.  
The POWER switch must be set to ON in order to charge the  
backups system. The memory preservation period after the unit  
has been turned off varies depending on climate and  
placement of the unit. On average, memory contents are  
protected over a period of a few weeks after the time the unit  
has been turned off. This period is shorter when the unit is  
exposed to a very humid climate.  
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Table of Contents  
Important Safeguards/Precautions/Features/Table of Contents ....................... 2–5  
Getting Started  
Supplied Accessories ............................................................................................ 6  
Preparing the Remote Controller .......................................................................... 7  
Index to Parts and Controls .................................................................................. 8  
Connecting to Audio/Video Equipment................................................................ 12  
Positioning Speakers .......................................................................................... 14  
Connecting Speakers.......................................................................................... 15  
Making Antenna (Aerial) Connections................................................................. 16  
Connection for remote control (z) .................................................................... 18  
Turning on the AV Receiver/Speaker Setup  
Connecting the Power/Turning on the AV Receiver ............................................ 19  
Speaker Setup .................................................................................................... 20  
Enjoying music or videos  
Listening to the Radio ......................................................................................... 23  
Playing the Connected Source ........................................................................... 26  
Various Functions Common to all the Sources ................................................... 28  
Enjoying Surround mode/Recording  
Enjoying the Surround Modes............................................................................. 30  
Recording a source ............................................................................................. 35  
Other  
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. 36  
Specifications ...................................................................................................... 38  
Memo .................................................................................................................. 39  
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Supplied Accessories  
Make sure your box contains everything listed below.  
If any pieces are missing, contact your nearest Onkyo  
dealer.  
The number of accessories is indicated in brackets.  
Remote controller (RC-453S) [1]  
Batteries (size AA/R6/UM3) [2]  
FM antenna (aerial) [1]  
(USA and Canadian models)  
(Other models)  
AM loop antenna (aerial) [1]  
FM outdoor antenna (aerial) adapter [1]  
(Supplied only for Asian and Austrarian models)  
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Preparing the Remote Controller  
Inserting the Batteries  
Using the Remote Controller  
Point the remote controller toward the remote control  
sensor.  
1 Detach the battery cover.  
Remote control sensor  
30˚  
30˚  
2 Insert the two size AA/R6/UM3 batteries.  
Be sure to match the + and – ends of the batteries with the  
diagram inside the battery compartment.  
Notes  
• Place the unit away from strong light such as direct sunlight or  
inverted fluorescent light which can prevent proper operation of  
the remote controller.  
• Using another remote controller of the same type in the same  
room or using the unit near equipment which uses infrared rays  
may cause operational interference.  
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• Do not put any object (such as a book) on the remote controller.  
The buttons of the remote controller may be pressed by mistake  
and drain the batteries.  
• Make sure the audio rack doors do not have colored glass.  
Placing the unit behind such doors may prevent proper remote  
controller operation.  
3 Attach the battery cover.  
• If there is any obstacle between the remote controller and the  
remote control sensor, the remote controller will not operate.  
Notes  
• Do not mix new batteries with old batteries or different kinds of  
batteries.  
• To avoid corrosion, remove the batteries if the remote controller  
is not to be used for a long time.  
• Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid damage from  
corrosion. If the remote controller does not operate smoothly,  
replace both batteries at the same time.  
• The life of the supplied batteries is about six months but this  
varies depending on usage.  
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Index to Parts and Controls  
For operational instructions, refer to the page indicated in brackets.  
I Front panel  
1 2  
3
4
5
6
7
VOLUME  
STANDBY/ON  
ON  
INPUT  
DVD/CD  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
HD  
FM  
MD/TAPE  
AM  
STANDBY  
POWER  
ACOUSTIC  
CONTROL  
PHONES  
SURROUND  
STEREO  
SUBWOOFER MODE  
MEMORY  
FM MODE  
TUNING/PRESET  
ON  
OFF  
-
AV RECEIVER TX L  
5
8
9 0 -  
= ~  
!
@
1 POWER switch [19]  
Turns on the main power supply for the TX-L5. The  
8 PHONES jack [29]  
This is a standard stereo jack for connecting stereo headphones.  
The audio for the front right and left speakers are sent to the  
headphone speakers. When the headphones are plugged in, the  
listening mode automatically changes to STEREO and sounds are  
not output from the speakers.  
TX-L5 enters standby state and the STANDBY indicator lights up.  
Pressing the switch again to the off position (— OFF) shuts down the  
main power supply into the TX-L5.  
• Before turning on the power, make sure all cables are properly  
connected.  
• Turning on the TX-L5 may cause a momentary power surge that  
might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same  
circuit. If this is a problem, plug the TX-L5 into a different  
electrical circuit.  
9 SURROUND button [32]  
Press this button to select a surround mode for current input source.  
0 STEREO button [32]  
Press this button to change the sound to stereo.  
2 STANDBY/ON button, ON indicator, STANDBY indicator  
[19]  
- SUBWOOFER MODE button [20]  
Press to select the subwoofer mode.  
When STANDBY/ON button is pressed to ON while the POWER  
switch is set to ON, the display will light to show the current volume  
setting for about 5 seconds then show the current sound input  
source and listening mode. Pressing the button again returns the  
TX-L5 to the standby state. This state turns off the display, disables  
control functions.  
= MEMORY button [24, 25]  
This button is used to assign the radio station that is currently tuned  
in to a preset channel or delete a previously preset station.  
3 Source indicators [23, 26]  
One of these indicators lights to show the current source.  
~ FM MODE button [23, 25]  
Press to switch the reception mode between stereo and monaural. If  
audio is interrupted or noise interferes with audio during FM stereo  
broadcasting, press this button to switch to the monaural reception  
mode.  
4 Remote control sensor [7]  
This sensor receives the control signals from the remote controller.  
! TUNING/PRESET ™/£ button [23, 24]  
5 Display [9]  
Use these buttons to change the tuner frequency. The tuner  
frequency is displayed in the front display and it can be changed in  
50 kHz increments for FM and 10 kHz (or 9 kHz) increments for AM.  
Also, These buttons make it possible to store desired radio stations  
under the desired preset numbers and recall them with an easy  
operation.  
6 INPUT dial [23, 26, 35]  
The INPUT dial is used to select the input source.  
7 VOLUME dial [23, 26]  
The VOLUME dial is used to control the volume level. Turn the dial  
clockwise to increase the volume level and counterclockwise to  
decrease it.  
@ ACOUSTIC CONTROL button/indicator [34]  
Press to change the acoustic mode to enjoy more dynamic sounds  
by boosting the super bass/high frequency sounds.  
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I Display  
1
2
3 4 5  
6 7 8  
RDS  
9
1 SLEEP indicator [29]  
Lights up when the sleep timer is active.  
6 FM MUTE indicator [23]  
Lights up to indicate FM muting. It extinguishes when the monaural  
reception mode is started by pressing the FM MODE button.  
2 Source/Listening mode indicators [26, 32]  
One of these indicators lights to show the format of the current  
7 RDS indicator (European models only) [23]  
source as “PCM DIGITAL”, “Ÿ DIGITAL” or “DTS”. In addition, one  
of the listening mode indicators “Ÿ PRO LOGIC II”, “DSP” and  
“STEREO” lights according to the current listening mode.  
Lights up when a RDS station is received.  
8 MEMORY indicator [24]  
Lights up when the MEMORY button is pressed in the radio station  
preset operation.  
3 MUTING indicator [29]  
Flashes when the mute function is active.  
9 Multi function display  
4 FM STEREO indicator [23]  
In usual operation, shows the current input source and volume.  
When the FM or AM input is selected, it shows the frequency and  
preset number. When the DISPLAY button is pressed, it shows the  
listening mode and input source format. However, it does not show  
the source format when the input source signal is analog, or when  
the FM or AM source is selected.  
Lights up when an FM stereo broadcast station is received.  
5 TUNED indicator [23]  
Lights up when a radio station is received.  
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Index to Parts and Controls  
For operational instructions, refer to the page indicated in brackets.  
I Rear panel  
1
2
3
4 5  
6
7
8
SURROUND  
SPEAKERS  
CENTER  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
IN  
MON  
OUT  
DVD/CD  
IN  
VIDEO 1  
OUT IN  
V
IDEO  
2
MON OUT  
SUB  
DIGITAL INPUT  
DVD/CD  
IN  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
SPEAKER  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
IN  
WOOFER  
REMOTE  
R
L
R
L
CONTROL  
VIDEO  
DVD  
OPTICAL  
(
)
)
( )  
COAXIAL  
PRE OUT  
VIDEO  
2
S VIDEO  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
HD  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
(
L
L
AV RECEIVER  
AUDIO  
R
MODEL NO. TX-L5  
R
AM  
FM 75  
DVD/CD  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
HD  
MD/TAPE  
9
0
1 VIDEO (DVD/CD IN / VIDEO 1 OUT/IN / VIDEO 2 IN) [13]  
There are 3 video inputs and 1 output. Connect DVD players, LD  
players, VCRs or other video components to the video inputs. The  
video output channel can be used to be connected to video tape  
recorder for making recordings.  
5 SUB WOOFER PRE OUT [15]  
This terminal is for connecting an active subwoofer.  
6
DIGITAL INPUT (DVD, HD (OPTICAL),VIDEO 2 (COAXIAL))  
[12, 13]  
These are the digital audio inputs. There are 2 digital inputs with  
optical jacks and 1 with a coaxial jack. The inputs accept digital  
audio signals from DVD players, hard disk recorders, CD players, or  
other digital source component.  
2 MON OUT [12]  
The monitor output includes both RCA type and S video  
configurations. This output is for connecting television monitors or  
projectors.  
7 SURROUND SPEAKERS L/R, CENTER SPEAKER [15]  
Speaker terminals are provided for the center, surround left and  
surround right speakers.  
3 S VIDEO (DVD/CD IN / VIDEO 1 OUT/IN / VIDEO 2 IN)  
[13]  
There are 3 video inputs and 1 output. Connect DVD players, LD  
players, VCRs or other video components to the video inputs. The  
video output channel can be used to be connected to video tape  
recorder for making recordings.  
8 FRONT SPEAKERS L/R [15]  
Speaker terminals are provided for the front left, front right speakers.  
Speaker outputs are compatible with banana plug connectors (other  
than European models).  
4 z (REMOTE CONTROL) [18]  
Connect the Onkyo components that have z connectors such as a  
CD player, and cassette tape deck using the z cables provided  
with them. When these components are interconnected, they can be  
controlled from the remote controller provided with the TX-L5.  
After connecting the z connectors, check the operation of the  
remote controller buttons for use in controlling other components  
(refer to page 27).  
9 AUDIO L/R (DVD/CD IN / VIDEO 1 OUT/IN / VIDEO 2 IN /  
HD OUT/IN / MD/TAPE OUT/IN) [12, 13]  
These are the analog audio inputs and outputs. There are 5 audio  
inputs and 3 audio outputs. The audio inputs and outputs require  
RCA type connectors.  
When connecting a VCR or other video component, make sure you  
connect the audio and video leads together (i.e., both to VIDEO 1).  
• The z connectors are only effective if they are used in  
conjunction with an Onkyo amplifier with an z connector. Do not  
connect to a component other than Onkyo component with an z  
connector. Doing so may damage the TX-L5.  
• Connecting z cable only does not make the system operational.  
You must also connect the audio cables as well.  
0 ANTENNA [16, 17]  
These terminals are for connecting the FM antenna and AM  
antenna.  
• If the connected component has two z connectors, you can use  
either one to connect to the TX-L5. The other one can be used to  
daisy chain with another component.  
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I Remote Controller  
For detailed descriptions on the buttons, see “Front panel facilities”  
on pages 8.  
1
2
9
0
-
1 STANDBY button [19]  
Put the TX-L5 in standby.  
ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
2 ON button [19]  
Turns on the TX-L5.  
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
3
HD  
3 INPUT SELECTOR buttons [26, 27, 35]  
For selecting the input source.  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
=
TOP MENU  
MENU  
4 DVD•MD Control buttons [27]  
For operating z-connected Onkyo components connected to the  
TX-L5.  
ENTER  
4
RETURN  
SETUP  
5 SURR MODE button [32]  
Press to select the surround mode.  
PLAY  
6 STEREO button [32]  
Press to change the listening mode to stereo.  
5
6
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
TEST TONE CH SEL  
7 SP SETUP/SW MODE/TEST TONE/CH SEL/DISTANCE/  
5/∞ buttons [20-22, 33]  
For setting the output levels for each speaker.  
These buttons are provided only on the remote controller.  
A.CTRL MUTING  
DISTANCE LATE NIGHT  
7
8
~
!
@
VOLUME  
8 LATE NIGHT button [34]  
Press to change the late night setting.  
This button is provided only on the remote controller.  
-
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC 453  
S
9 SLEEP button [29]  
For setting the sleep timer.  
This button is provided only on the remote controller.  
0 DIMMER button [28]  
For adjusting the brightness of the front display.  
This button is provided only on the remote controller.  
- DISPLAY button [28]  
For changing the display.  
= PRESET 5/∞ button [24]  
For selecting a tuner preset channel.  
~ MUTING button [29]  
Activates the mute function.  
This button is provided only on the remote controller.  
! A.CTRL button [34]  
Press to change the acoustic mode to boost the super bass/high  
frequency sounds.  
@ VOLUME 5/∞ button [26]  
For adjusting the volume.  
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Connecting to Audio/Video Equipment  
Before connecting  
• Refer also to the instruction manual of each component to be  
Incomplete  
• Connect the plugs securely.  
• About the DVD, VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2  
jacks  
The video input/output connections are also  
necessary even if you make the S video  
input/output connections.  
connected.  
• When you connect the AV Receiver to audio/video equipment, be  
sure to turn off the power and unplug all the units from the mains  
before making any connections.  
• About DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL) jack  
Remove the protective caps before making  
connections. When not in use, be sure to replace  
them.  
Insert completely  
Example of monitor and audio equipment  
connections  
VIDEO  
Video connection cable (Analog signal)  
TV monitor or Projector  
(MON OUT)  
S video plug  
Audio (L)  
S video connection cable (S video  
signal)  
S VIDEO  
IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
Audio connection cable (Analog signal)  
Audio (R)  
Optical plug  
Optical cable (Digital signal)  
Signal flow  
Note  
The signal that comes in from  
S VIDEO IN is sent to S VIDEO  
OUT. The signal that comes in from  
VIDEO IN is sent to VIDEO OUT.  
SURROUND  
SPEAKERS  
CENTER  
SPEAKER  
DVD/CD  
IN  
VIDEO 1  
OUT  
VIDEO 2  
IN  
MON  
OUT  
DVD/CD  
IN  
VIDEO 1  
OUT IN  
V
IDEO  
2
MON OUT  
SUB  
DIGITAL INPUT  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
IN  
IN  
IN  
WOOFER  
REMOTE  
R
L
R
L
CONTROL  
VIDEO  
DVD  
OPTICAL  
(
)
)
(
)
S VIDEO  
PRE OUT  
VIDEO  
2
COAXIAL  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
HD  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
(
L
L
DO NOT connect the  
AUDIO  
R
R
power cord (mailns  
lead) at this time.  
AM  
FM 75  
DVD/CD  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
HD  
MD/TAPE  
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
DIGITAL  
OUT  
OPTICAL  
AUDIO IN  
(REC)  
AUDIO OUT  
(PLAY)  
AUDIO IN  
(REC)  
AUDIO OUT  
(PLAY)  
CassetteTape deck, MD recorder,  
DAT deck, CD recorder (MD/TAPE)  
Digital audio processor,  
Hard disk recorder etc. (HD)  
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Example of video equipment connections  
DVD player, CD player or  
LD player* (DVD/CD)  
Satellite tuner etc.  
(VIDEO 2)  
DIGITAL  
OUT  
AUDIO  
OUT  
AUDIO  
OUT  
S VIDEO  
OUT  
S VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
DIGITAL  
OUT  
R
L
OPTICAL  
R
L
COAXIAL  
* If you have an LD player with AC-3RF  
output, connect via an AC-3RF  
demodulator to one of the TX-L5’s  
DIGITAL INPUT terminals.  
SURROUND  
SPEAKERS  
CENTER  
DVD/CD  
VIDEO 1  
OUT  
VIDEO 2  
MON  
DVD/CD  
IN  
VIDEO 1  
OUT IN  
V
IDEO  
2
MON OUT  
SUB  
DIGITAL INPUT  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
SPEAKER  
IN  
IN  
IN  
IN  
IN  
OUT  
WOOFER  
REMOTE  
CONTROL  
R
L
R
L
VIDEO  
DVD  
OPTICAL  
(
)
)
( )  
COAXIAL  
S VIDEO  
PRE OUT  
VIDEO  
2
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
HD  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
(
L
L
DO NOT connect the  
AUDIO  
R
R
power cord (mailns  
lead) at this time.  
AM  
FM 75  
DVD/CD  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
HD  
MD/TAPE  
Video  
Audio (L)  
Audio (R)  
Audio/video connection cable  
S video plug  
Coaxial plug  
Optical plug  
S video cable (S video signal)  
Coaxial cable (Digital signal)  
Optical cable (Digital signal)  
Signal flow  
R
L
R
L
AUDIO  
IN  
VIDEO  
IN  
AUDIO  
OUT  
VIDEO S VIDEO S VIDEO  
OUT IN OUT  
VCR (VIDEO 1)  
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Positioning Speakers  
The front left, center, and right speakers, surround left and right speakers, and subwoofer can be connected to the AV  
receiver.  
You can reproduce the sounds such as Dolby surround and DTS surround.  
I Standard speaker placement  
Speaker placement plays an important role in the reproduction of Surround sound.  
The placement of the speakers varies depending on the size of the room and the wall coverings used in the room.The  
illustration below shows an example of a layout for standard speaker placement. Refer to this example when you position  
the speakers in order to experience the best of Surround sound.  
For ideal Surround effects, all speakers should be installed.  
If a center speaker or subwoofer is not connected, the sound from the unused channel is properly distributed to the  
connected speakers in order to reproduce the best Surround sound possible.  
Front  
The center speaker reproduces a richer sound image by enhancing the perception of the sound's source and movement.  
The left, right, and center speakers should face the seated listener and be placed at ear level.  
Surround  
The surround speakers reproduce the feel of a moving sound while creating the sensation of being in the middle of the action.  
Place the left and right surround speakers 1 meter (3 feet) above the listener's ear level and facing toward the sides of the room, making sure  
that the listener is within the speakers' dispersion angle.  
Subwoofer  
Install a subwoofer with a built-in power amplifier for powerful bass sounds.  
The placement of the subwoofer does not affect the final quality of the sound image  
TV/Screen  
Front  
Center  
Speaker  
much, therefore, you can install it wherever it is convenient.  
Sub-  
woofer  
Refer to the speakers’ instruction manuals for details.  
Surround  
left  
Speaker  
Surround  
right  
Speaker  
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Connecting Speakers  
Before connecting  
• Do not connect more than one speaker cable to one  
speakerterminal. Doing so may damage the TX-L5.  
• When you are using only one speaker or when you wish to listen  
to monaural (mono) sound, a single speaker should never be  
connected in parallel to both the right and left channel terminals  
simultaneously.  
• Refer also to the instruction manuals of the speakers.  
• Be sure to connect the positive and negative cables for the  
speakers properly. If they are mixed up, the left and right signals  
will be reversed and the audio will sound unnatural.  
• Connect speakers with an impedance between 6 Ω and 16 Ω  
Connecting speakers with an impedance less than 6 Ω may  
damage the TX-L5.  
• To prevent damage to circuits, never short-circuit the positive (+)  
and negative (–) speaker wires.  
NO!  
R
L
R
L
+
+
+
+
NO!  
NO!  
–
–
–
–
Connecting to SPEAKER terminals  
How to connect to the FRONT SPEAKERS teminals  
How to connect to the SURROUND SPEAKERS and  
CENTER SPEAKER terminals  
10 mm (3/8”)  
15 mm (5/8”)  
Strip 15 mm (5/8”) from the end of each  
cable, then twist the exposed wires tightly.  
Strip 10 mm (5/8”)  
from the end of  
each cable, then  
twist the exposed  
wires tightly.  
Press and hold  
the lever.  
Insert the stripped  
end of the cable.  
By releasing the  
lever, the lever is  
replaced.  
Loosen the  
screw.  
Fully insert the  
end of the  
cable.  
Tighten the  
screw.  
– Front speakers –  
Right ch.  
Left ch.  
Center speaker  
Active  
subwoofer  
– +  
– +  
– +  
SURROUND  
SPEAKERS  
CENTER  
DVD/CD  
IN  
VIDEO 1  
OUT  
VIDEO 2  
IN  
MON  
OUT  
DVD/CD  
IN  
VIDEO 1  
OUT IN  
V
IDEO  
2
MON OUT  
SUB  
DIGITAL INPUT  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
SPEAKER  
IN  
IN  
IN  
WOOFER  
REMOTE  
R
L
R
L
CONTROL  
VIDEO  
DVD  
OPTICAL  
(
)
)
( )  
COAXIAL  
S VIDEO  
PRE OUT  
VIDEO  
2
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
HD  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
(
L
L
DO NOT connect the  
power cord (mains  
lead) at this time.  
AUDIO  
R
R
AM  
FM 75  
DVD/CD  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
HD  
MD/TAPE  
Surround  
speaker  
Right ch.  
Surround  
speaker  
Left ch.  
– +  
– +  
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Making Antenna (Aerial) Connections  
Connecting the Supplied FM and AM Indoor Antennas (Aerials)  
SURROUND  
SPEAKERS  
CENTER  
DVD/CD  
IN  
VIDEO 1  
OUT  
VIDEO 2  
IN  
MON  
OUT  
DVD/CD  
IN  
VIDEO 1  
OUT IN  
V
IDEO  
2
MON OUT  
SUB  
DIGITAL INPUT  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
SPEAKER  
IN  
IN  
IN  
WOOFER  
REMOTE  
R
L
R
L
CONTROL  
VIDEO  
DVD  
OPTICAL  
(
)
( )  
COAXIAL  
S VIDEO  
PRE OUT  
VIDEO  
2
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
HD  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
(
)
L
L
DO NOT connect the  
power cord (mains  
lead) at this time.  
AUDIO  
R
R
AM  
FM 75  
DVD/CD  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
HD  
MD/TAPE  
FM indoor  
antenna (aerial)  
North American models:  
1 Strip away the insulation from the end of the cord.  
2 Fully insert the stripped end of the cord.  
Except for North American models:  
Fully insert the end of the cord.  
ANTENNA  
AM  
FM 75  
I Adjusting the position of the FM indoor antenna (aerial)  
The FM indoor antenna is for indoor use only. During use, extend the antenna and move  
it in various directions until the clearest signal is received. Fix it with push pins or similar  
implements in the position that will cause the least amount of distortion.  
If the reception is not very clear with the attached FM indoor antenna, the use of an  
outdoor antenna is recommended.  
Note  
AM indoor antenna  
(aerial)  
Insert into the  
hole.  
Rotate the outer frame  
of the antenna.  
Extend the  
antenna cord.  
Insert one end of the AM  
antenna (aerial) cord to either  
of the AM antenna (aerial)  
connectors and the other end  
to the other connector. There  
is no difference between one  
end of the AM antenna  
(aerial) cord and the other  
end, unlike the speaker  
cables which have positive  
and negative poles.  
Press up and hold  
the lever.  
Insert the end of the  
cord.  
Release the lever to  
secure the connection.  
ANTENNA  
AM  
FM 75  
I Adjusting the position of the AM indoor antenna (aerial)  
The AM loop antenna is for indoor use only. Set it in the direction and position where you  
receive signals clearly. Put it as far away as possible from the TX-L5, televisions, speaker  
cables, and power cords.  
When reception is not satisfactory with the attached AM loop antenna alone, connection of  
an outdoor antenna is recommended.  
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Connecting an FM Outdoor Antenna (Aerial)  
If the FM reception is not very clear with the supplied antenna (aerial), connect an FM outdoor antenna (aerial) instead of  
the indoor FM antenna (aerial).  
FM outdoor antenna (aerial)  
Connecting coaxial cable to a 75/300 ohm antenna (aerial) adapter*  
1 Strip the end of the coaxial cable.  
3 Remove the transformer wire A  
from slit B and insert it into slit C.  
15 mm  
ANTENNA  
6
3
6
Slit B  
mm mm mm  
AM  
FM 75  
1/4 1/8 1/4  
in. in. in.  
5/8 in.  
Wire A  
Slit C  
Connecting 300 ohm ribbon  
wire to a 75/300 ohm  
antenna (aerial) adapter*  
Loosen the screws and wrap  
the wire around these screws.  
Then tighten the screws with  
a screwdriver.  
2 With your fingernail or a small  
screwdriver, press the stoppers  
outward and remove the cover.  
4 Insert the end of the cable.  
5 Clamp it in place with pliers.  
4
5
Tighten  
Loosen  
* (European, USA and  
Canadian models)  
Not supplied  
6 Reinstall the cover.  
(Other models)  
Supplied  
Notes  
• Install the antenna (aerial) well away from tall buildings and in an area where FM stations can directly be received.  
• Keep the antenna (aerial) away from noise sources (neon signs, busy roads, etc.).  
• It is dangerous to put the antenna (aerial) close to power lines. Keep it well away from power lines, transformers, etc.  
• To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is necessary. Follow item 14 of the "Important Safeguards" on page 2 when you  
install the outdoor antenna (aerial).  
Connecting an AM Outdoor Antenna (Aerial)  
An outdoor antenna (aerial) will be more effective if it is  
stretched horizontally above a window or outside.  
Outdoor antenna (aerial)  
AM indoor antenna  
(aerial)  
Leave the supplied AM indoor antenna (aerial) connected.  
Note  
To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is  
necessary. Follow item 14 of the "Important Safeguards" on page 2  
when you install an outdoor antenna (aerial).  
ANTENNA  
AM  
FM 75  
I Directional Iinkage  
Do not use the same antenna (aerial) for both FM and TV (or VCR) reception since the FM and TV (or VCR) signals can interfere  
with each other. If you must use a common FM/TV (or VCR) antenna (aerial), use a directional linkage type splitter.  
Directional linkage  
type splitter  
To AV Receiver  
To TV (or VCR)  
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Connections for remote control (z)  
You can use the remote controller of this receiver to operate the z-connected Onkyo DVD player, CD player, MD recorder  
or cassette tape deck using the z cable provided with them (refer to page 27).  
Notes  
Example: Onkyo DVD Player DV-L5  
• When the DVD player, CD player or MD recorder connected to with the  
TX-L5 through z cable is turned on, the TX-L5 automatically turns on and  
selects the source that was turned on. (Auto Power On)  
VIDEO OUTPUT  
DIGITAL  
OUTPUT  
MONO  
Y
REMOTE  
CONTROL  
W
OPTICAL COAXIAL  
C
B
R
L
C
R
VIDEO  
S
VIDEO  
COMPONENT  
ANALOG  
OUTPUT  
• Turning the TX-L5 off sets the z-connected DVD player, CD player or MD  
recorder to standby mode. (Auto Power Off)  
• When the TX-L5 is already on, pressing the play button on the DVD player,  
CD player, cassette tape deck or MD recorder merely selects the input  
source that was played. (Direct Change)  
REMOTE  
CONTROL  
MONO  
L
R
ANALOG  
OUTPUT  
z cable  
Be sure to connect using  
the audio connection  
cable.  
SURROUND  
SPEAKERS  
CENTER  
DVD/CD  
IN  
VIDEO 1  
OUT  
VIDEO 2  
IN  
MON  
OUT  
DVD/CD  
IN  
VIDEO 1  
OUT IN  
V
IDEO  
2
MON OUT  
SUB  
DIGITAL INPUT  
FRONT SPEAKERS  
SPEAKER  
IN  
IN  
IN  
WOOFER  
REMOTE  
R
L
R
L
CONTROL  
VIDEO  
DVD  
OPTICAL  
(
)
)
(
)
S VIDEO  
PRE OUT  
VIDEO  
2
COAXIAL  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
HD  
OPTICAL  
ANTENNA  
(
L
L
DO NOT connect the  
power cord (mains  
lead) at this time.  
AUDIO  
R
R
AM  
FM 75  
DVD/CD  
VIDEO 1  
VIDEO 2  
HD  
MD/TAPE  
• Connect the cassette tape deck to the MD/TAPE jacks. In this case, switch the source  
from MD to TAPE (refer to page 27).  
• Connect the CD player to the DVD/CD jacks. In this case, switch the source from DVD  
to CD (refer to page 27).  
Incomplete  
Notes  
• Do not connect the Onkyo MD recorder , CD recorder and cassette tape deck with the z cable at  
the same time. This may lead to unexpected operation.  
• Connect the plugs securely.  
• Be sure to connect to the z connectors using the z cable.  
• The connections on pages 12 and 13 are needed even if z connection is made.  
• Do not connect the AV Receiver’s z connector to any component other than an Onkyo product. It  
may cause malfunction.  
Insert completely  
• Certain component models may not be able to control the TX-L5.  
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Connecting the Power/  
Turning on the AV Receiver  
Before connecting  
• Make sure that all the connections from pages 10 to 16 are complete.  
• Turning on the AV Receiver may cause a momentary power surge, which might interfere with other electrical equipment such as computers. If  
this happens, use a wall outlet on a different circuit.  
Connect the power cord (mains lead) to a wall  
outlet (the mains).  
3
1
2
1
2
Press POWER switch to switch on the main  
power.  
The TX-L5 enters standby mode.  
The STANDBY indicator lights up.  
STANDBY/ON  
The shape may differ  
depending on the region.  
ON  
Notes  
• The TX-L5 is shipped with the main  
power ( POWER) switch in the on  
position (_) ON.  
VOLUME  
STANDBY  
STANDBY/ON  
ON  
INPUT  
DVD  
/
C
D
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
H
D
MD TAPE  
/
FM  
AM  
STANDBY  
POWER  
ACOUSTIC  
CONTROL  
PHONES  
SURROUND  
STEREO  
SUBWOOFER MODE  
MEMORY  
FM MODE  
TUNING/PRESET  
ON  
OFF  
-
AV RECEIVER TX  
L5  
• To switch off the main power, press the  
switch again.  
POWER  
• The buttons on the remote controller don’t operate if  
the POWER switch is set to OFF.  
Press STANDBY/ON on the AV Receiver or  
ON on the remote controller.  
The AV Receiver turns on.  
3
ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
T
3
STANDBY/ON  
The ON indicator and display on the  
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
HD  
ON  
AV Receiver’s front panel light. At the  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
same time, the STANDBY indicator  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
goes off.  
STANDBY  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SETUP  
Notes  
• When the Onkyo DVD player, CD player, MD  
recorder and cassette tape deck are z-connected,  
pressing ON button on the remote controller turns in  
the z-connected components.  
PLAY  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
TEST TONE CH SEL  
A.CTRL MUTING  
DISTANCE LATE NIGHT  
• To turn off the AV Receiver, press  
STANDBY/ON  
VOLUME  
on the AV Receiver, or STANDBY on the remote  
controller. The AV Receiver enters standby mode. Be  
sure to set the volume to minimum before turning off  
the AV receiver.  
-
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC 453  
S
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Speaker Setup  
You need to setup the speaker configuration for the  
speaker system connected to the SPEAKER teminals.  
It is not necessary to set the parameters again once you  
have completed the setup unless you change the speaker  
configuration.  
ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
T
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
HD  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
Note  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
Speakers setup cannot be done if headphones are connected.  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SETUP  
PLAY  
VOLUME  
STANDBY/ON  
ON  
INPUT  
DVD  
/
C
D
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
H
D
MD/TAPE  
FM  
AM  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
TEST TONE CH SEL  
STANDBY  
POWER  
SW MODE  
SP SETUP  
ACOUSTIC  
CONTROL  
PHONES  
SURROUND  
STEREO  
SUBWOOFER MODE  
MEMORY  
FM MODE  
TUNING/PRESET  
ON  
OFF  
-
AV RECEIVER TX  
L5  
A.CTRL MUTING  
DISTANCE LATE NIGHT  
VOLUME  
SUBWOOFER MODE  
-
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC 453  
S
Selecting the number of speaker  
channels  
Setting the Subwoofer Mode  
Press SUBWOOFER MODE on the  
unit or SW MODE on the remote  
controller.  
Unit  
SUBWOOFER MODE  
SP SETUP  
Press SP SETUP repeatedly to  
select the number of channels  
within 3 seconds.  
Front right  
Front left  
Center  
With the first press of the button, you can  
check the present setting. Then each  
press of the button changes the subwoofer  
mode as follows (a tip on how to select the  
right subwoofer mode is in parentheses):  
Remote controller  
SW MODE  
Surround left  
Surround  
right  
Display and number of speaker channels  
Speaker 5ch  
→ SUBWOOFER OFF  
(When no subwoofer is connected)  
↓
Speaker 2ch  
Speaker 3ch  
SUBWOOFER MODE 1  
(When you want to enhance the super  
bass)  
↓
SUBWOOFER MODE 2  
Speaker 4ch  
(When you want to lower the super  
bass)  
The normal display resumes in 3 seconds  
Notes  
The normal display resumes in three  
seconds.  
• The listening mode will automatically  
change according to the number of  
channels if you set the number of channels.  
• With the first press of SP SETUP, you can  
check the present setting. Then each press  
of the button changes the number of  
channels.  
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Before starting the procedure below, measure the  
distances from each speaker to the listening position.  
For pair speakers such as front left and right speakers,  
the distance from the listening position to one speaker  
should be the same as the distance to the other.  
In the procedure below, select the values which  
approximate the actual distances.  
ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
T
NPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
HD  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SETUP  
PLAY  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
TEST TONE CH SEL  
3, 4  
1, 5  
2-4  
A.CTRL MUTING  
DISTANCE LATE NIGHT  
VOLUME  
-
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC 453  
S
Setting the Distance From the Listening Position to Each Speaker  
Press DISTANCE.  
The distance entry display for the front left  
and right speakers appears.  
Press CH SEL, then press 5/∞  
repeatedly to select the surround  
left and right speaker distance.  
CH SEL  
DISTANCE  
4
1
2
«
You cannot enter the following distances:  
Press 5/∞ to select the front left  
and right speaker distance.  
You can select a distance between 0.3 m  
and 9 m (1 ft. and 30 ft.).  
• Distances longer than the distance set  
for the front speakers.  
• Distances shorter than the distance  
obtained by subtracting “4.5 m (15 ft.)”  
from the distance entered for the front  
speakers.  
Note  
If you selected a speaker configuration with no  
surround speakers on the previous page, this  
step will be skipped.  
Press CH SEL, then press 5/∞  
repeatedly to select the center  
speaker distance.  
CH SEL  
3
Press DISTANCE.  
The normal display resumes.  
DISTANCE  
5
«
You cannot enter the following distances:  
• Distances longer than the distance set  
for the front speakers.  
• Distances shorter than the distance  
obtained by subtracting “1.5 m (5 ft.)”  
from the distance entered for the front  
speakers.  
Note  
If you selected a speaker configuration with no  
center speaker on the previous page, this step  
will be skipped.  
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Speaker Setup  
Adjust each speaker’s relative volume balance so that the  
volumes of all speakers’ test tones sound equal at the  
listening position.  
ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
Note  
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
E
T
HD  
You cannot adjust the volume balance while the muting function is  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
activated.  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SETUP  
PLAY  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
TEST TONE CH SEL  
2
1, 3  
2
A.CTRL MUTING  
DISTANCE LATE NIGHT  
VOLUME  
-
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC 453  
S
Adjusting Each Speaker's Relative Volume Balance – Test Tone  
Press CH SEL repeatedly to select  
the speaker, then press 5/∞ to  
adjust the volume level.  
The volume level can be adjusted between  
–12dB and +12dB.  
Press TEST TONE.  
CH SEL  
TEST TONE  
2
1
Each speaker emits the test tone (pink  
noise) and the display shows the speaker  
emitting the test tone in the following  
order:  
«
LEFT  
(Front left)  
↑
SUBWOOFER  
(Subwoofer)  
↑
→
←
CENTER  
(Center)  
↓
RIGHT  
(Front right)  
↓
SURR RIGHT  
(Surround right)  
When you have completed the  
adjustment by repeating step 2,  
press TEST TONE.  
TEST TONE  
3
SURR LEFT  
(Surround left)  
The test tone stops and the normal display  
resumes.  
Note  
Even if you don’t press TEST TONE, the test  
tone will stop after 2 minutes.  
Notes  
• No test tone will be emitted from the  
speaker which is not included in the  
speaker configuration on page 20 even if it  
is actually connected.  
• No test tone will be emitted from the  
subwoofer when the subwoofer mode is set  
to “SUBWOOFER OFF”.  
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Listening to the Radio  
There are two ways to select radio stations:  
• Manual tuning  
• Presetting radio stations then selecting the preset  
channels  
FM MODE  
INPUT dial  
VOLUME  
STANDBY/ON  
ON  
INPUT  
DVD  
/
C
D
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
H
D
MD/TAPE  
FM  
AM  
STANDBY  
POWER  
ACOUSTIC  
CONTROL  
PHONES  
SURROUND  
STEREO  
SUBWOOFER MODE  
MEMORY  
FM MODE  
TUNING/PRESET  
ON  
OFF  
-
AV RECEIVER TX  
L5  
TUNING/PRESET ™/£  
The corresponding indicator  
is lit while the input source  
is FM or AM.  
VOLUME  
dial  
Tuning Manually  
Turn INPUT dial to select the band  
(FM or AM).  
While the frequency is flashing (for  
about 3 seconds), press TUNING/  
PRESET ™/£ to change the  
frequency.  
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1
INPUT  
TUNING/PRESET  
e.g. When FM is selected.  
• The frequency changes each time you  
press TUNING/PRESET ™/£.  
• You can change the frequency as long  
as the frequency in the display is  
flashing. Each press of either button  
causes the frequency to flash for about  
3 seconds.  
Turn VOLUME dial to adjust the  
volume.  
VOLUME  
2
I Tuning in a weak frequency (only for FM  
stations)  
Press and hold TUNING/PRESET  
3
™/£ for about 1.5 seconds.  
When you tune in a stereo FM station, the FM STEREO  
indicator lights up if the signal is sufficiently strong.  
TUNING/PRESET  
Appears when a broadcast is received.  
If the signal is weak, you may not be able to tune to the  
station. In this case, press FM MODE. The FM MUTE  
indicator goes off.  
Then select the station to which you want to listen.  
(At this time, the station will be in mono and interstation noise  
will be heard.)  
When the band is FM  
Auto tuning starts. The frequency changes in  
50 kHz steps.  
When a broadcast is received, scanning stops  
and the frequency flashes in the display.  
When the band is AM  
The frequency changes as follows:  
FM MODE  
–
(USA and Canadian models)  
In 10 kHz steps  
–
(Other models)  
In 9 kHz steps  
When you release the button, the frequency  
stops changing and flashes in the display.  
Note  
I Receiving RDS (European models only)  
If you press and hold TUNING/PRESET ™/£  
short time, the AV receiver enters the selecting  
preset stations mode. Refer to “Selecting  
Preset Stations” on page 24.  
When an Radio Data System (RDS) station broadcasting  
Program Service Name (PS) information is received, the RDS  
indicator lights up and the name of the station is displayed.  
• RDS reception is only available on the European models,  
and only in areas where RDS broadcasts are available.  
RDS  
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Listening to the Radio  
ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
T
FM MODE  
INPUT dial  
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
HD  
TUNER  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
VOLUME  
STANDBY/ON  
ON  
INPUT  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
DVD  
/
C
D
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
H
D
MD/TAPE  
FM  
AM  
STANDBY  
POWER  
ACOUSTIC  
CONTROL  
PHONES  
SURROUND  
STEREO  
SUBWOOFER MODE  
MEMORY  
FM MODE  
TUNING/PRESET  
ENTER  
ON  
OFF  
-
RETURN  
SETUP  
AV RECEIVER TX  
L5  
PRESET 5/∞  
PLAY  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
TEST TONE CH SEL  
MEMORY TUNING/PRESET ™/£  
A.CTRL MUTING  
DISTANCE LATE NIGHT  
Presetting Radio Stations  
Selecting Preset Stations  
You can preset up to 30 stations.  
Before selecting preset stations, you need to preset the radio  
stations. See “Presetting Radio Stations” on the left column of  
this page.  
Tune in the radio station you wish  
1
2
Remote  
controller  
TUNER  
to preset (refer to the previous  
page).  
Press TUNER on the remote  
controller or rotate the INPUT dial  
1
on the unit to switch the input  
source to the tuner.  
Press MEMORY.  
MEMORY  
“FM” or “AM” appears in the display.  
The MEMORY indicator lights and the  
preset number starts flashing in the  
display.  
The band selected in this step will not  
Unit  
affect the next step.  
INPUT  
Remote  
controller  
Press PRESET 5/∞ on the remote  
controller or TUNING/PRESET  
™/£ on the unit repeatedly to  
select the preset number of the  
desired radio station.  
While the MEMORY indicator is lit  
(for about 8 seconds), press  
TUNING/PRESET ™/£ to select  
the preset number.  
2
3
TUNING/PRESET  
T
Unit  
Press MEMORY.  
The radio station is registered to the preset  
channel.  
MEMORY  
4
TUNING/PRESET  
Note  
If you press TUNING/PRESET ™/£ on the  
unit for more than 1.5 seconds, the unit enters  
the manual tuning mode. See step 2 in “Tuning  
Manually” on the previous page.  
To register another preset station, repeat  
steps 1 to 4.  
Note  
When you preset either FM station or AM station only, you cannot  
switch the band to another band (for example AM to FM) with the  
remote controller. Turn INPUT dial to select the band.  
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Erasing a Preset Station  
Various Functions While Listening to  
Radio Programs  
Select the preset channel you wish  
to erase (see steps in the previous  
page).  
To use the following functions, see pages 28 and 29.  
• Changing the Display  
• Controlling the Brightness of the Lights on the AV receiver  
• Muting the Sound  
• Listening Through Headphones  
• Using the Sleep Timer  
1
2
Press FM MODE while holding  
down MEMORY.  
MEMORY  
FM MODE  
Enjoying the Surround Modes While  
Listening to Radio Programs  
The selected preset channel will be  
erased.  
See page 30.  
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Playing the Connected Source  
This section shows you how to play the sources  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
T
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
connected to the AV Receiver.  
HD  
1
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
You may need to see “Connecting to Audio/Video  
Equipment” on page 12 while following the steps in this  
section.  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SETUP  
VOLUME  
STANDBY/ON  
ON  
INPUT  
DVD  
/
C
D
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
H
D
MD/TAPE  
PLAY  
FM  
AM  
STANDBY  
POWER  
ACOUSTIC  
CONTROL  
PHONES  
SURROUND  
STEREO  
SUBWOOFER MODE  
MEMORY  
FM MODE  
TUNING/PRESET  
ON  
OFF  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
TEST TONE CH SEL  
-
AV RECEIVER TX  
L5  
A.CTRL MUTING  
DISTANCE LATE NIGHT  
VOLUME  
2
1
I About digital sound  
Press INPUT SELECTOR on the  
Remote  
controller  
1
If the equipment is digitally connected to the AV Receiver, the  
sound from the digital input will automatically be selected and  
reproduced instead of the analog sound as explained below.  
• When the DVD source is selected, the digital sound from the  
DVD DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL) connector is reproduced.  
• When the VIDEO 2 source is selected, the digital sound from the  
VIDEO 2 DIGITAL INPUT (COAXIAL) connector is reproduced.  
• When the HD source is selected, the digital sound from the HD  
DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL) connector is reproduced.  
remote controller or turn the INPUT  
dial on the unit to select one of the  
following input sources:  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE  
HD  
• DVD/CD  
• VIDEO 1  
• VIDEO 2  
• HD  
• MD/TAPE  
Unit  
When the digital sound is reproduced, the ŸDIGITAL, DTS, or PCM  
DIGITAL (2 channel digital stereo) indicator lights up according to  
the received sound system in the AV receiver’s display.  
INPUT  
e.g. When VIDEO 1 is selected.  
PCM DIGITAL  
DTS  
Ÿ DIGITAL  
DVD/CD  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
HD  
FM  
MD/TAPE  
AM  
Note  
Remote  
Press VOLUME 5/∞ on the remote  
controller or turn VOLUME dial to  
adjust the volume.  
The AV receiver only reproduces PCM, DOLBY DIGITAL and DTS  
sound formats from connected equipment.  
controller  
2
3
VOLUME  
Enjoying the picture with the sound of  
another source  
Play the DVD, VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 source and select MD/  
TAPE, HD, FM or AM. Then you can enjoy the picture and the  
sound from the selected input source at the same time.  
Unit  
VOLUME  
Various Functions While Playing the  
Connected Source  
Start playing the selected source.  
To use the following functions, see pages 28 and 29.  
• Changing the Display  
• Controlling the Brightness of the Lights on the AV receiver  
• Muting the Sound  
• Listening Through Headphones  
• Using the Sleep Timer  
Enjoying the Surround Modes While  
Playing the Connected Source  
See page 30.  
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Operating the DVD player/CD player/MD recorder/Cassette Tape Deck With the  
Supplied Remote Controller  
I To operate the Onkyo DVD player/CD player  
First, connect the DVD player or CD player to the AV Receiver  
with the z cable (see page 18).  
When the CD player is connected to the DVD/CD jacks,  
switch the source (see below).  
Point the remote controller toward the AV Receiver when you  
want to operate this equipment.  
I To operate the Onkyo MD recorder/cassette  
tape deck  
First, connect the MD recorder or cassette tape deck to the AV  
Receiver with the z cable (see page 18).  
When the cassette tape deck is connected to the MD/TAPE  
jacks, switch the source (see below).  
Point the remote controller toward the AV Receiver when you  
want to operate this equipment.  
DVD  
MD  
Press MD first.  
Press DVD first.  
ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
T
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
HD  
T
HD  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
Menu  
(DVD only)  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
Top menu  
(DVD only)  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
Enter  
(DVD only)  
5/∞/2/3  
(DVD only)  
ENTER  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SETUP  
Return  
(DVD only)  
Setup  
(DVD only)  
RETURN  
SETUP  
Stop/Cancel  
Stop  
Pause  
Stop  
Play  
Play  
PLAY  
Play  
Pause  
Reverse play  
PLAY  
Down/Up  
Fast Reverse/  
Fast Forward  
Rewind/  
Down/Up  
––  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
Fast Reverse/  
Fast Forward  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
Fast Forward  
Upper: MD recorder  
Lower: Cassette tape deck  
I Switch the source from MD to TAPE/Switch the source from DVD to CD  
ex  
You can set the AV receiver to show “TAPE” when the MD/  
TAPE source is selected by pressing MD/TAPE on the remote  
controller or turning the INPUT dial on the unit. In the same  
way, you can set the AV receiver to show “CD” when the DVD/  
CD source is selected.  
ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
T
DVD/CD  
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
HD  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
MD/TAPE  
This setting is needed to make the z system control  
effective among the Onkyo cassette tape deck, MD recorder,  
DVD player and CD player.  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SETUP  
PLAY  
To switch the source from MD to TAPE (or from DVD to  
CD)  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
1 Press MD/TAPE (or DVD/CD) to select the input source.  
2 Press and hold MD/TAPE (or DVD/CD) on the remote  
controller until the display changes (for about 2 seconds).  
To restore the display  
Press and hold MD/TAPE (or DVD/CD) on the remote  
controller until the display changes (for about 2 seconds).  
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Various Functions Common to all the Sources  
Changing the Display  
Controlling the Brightness of the  
Lights on the AV Receiver  
Remote  
controller only  
Press DISPLAY.  
Each time you press DISPLAY, the screen  
changes as follows:  
Remote  
controller only  
DISPLAY  
Press DIMMER.  
Each press of the button changes the  
DIMMER  
brightness as follows:  
→1. The display becomes less bright.  
When an input source other than FM or AM is selected:  
Press DISPLAY once to initiate the program format display.  
Pressing the button again switches the display to the other  
display.  
↓
2. The display is dimmed.  
↓
Input source +  
volume  
3. The display is dimmed, and the  
indicators other than the ON  
indicator on the AV Receiver’s front  
panel go off.  
Program format*  
↓
4. The display becomes bright and the  
indicators on the AV receiver’s front  
panel turn on.  
Input source +  
Listening mode  
Note  
* If the input signal does not have a program format, then this will  
be skipped. The format display returns to the previous display  
If you connect the Onkyo DV-L5 or MD-2000 using z cable, these  
components also changes the brightness.  
after the format display has lasted for about 5 seconds (  
)
When FM or AM is selected as the input source:  
FM/AM frequency +  
Preset no.  
FM/AM + Listening  
mode  
When an RDS station broadcasting PS information is  
settled as the input source (European models only):  
Press the DISPLAY once to initiate the frequency display.  
Pressing the button again switches the display to the other  
display.  
Program Service  
ch  
Name + Preset no.  
FM frequency +  
ch  
Preset no.*  
FM + Listening mode  
* The frequency display returns to the previous display after the  
frequency display has lasted for about 5 seconds (  
).  
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ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
DIMMER  
SLEEP  
DISPLAY  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
T
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
HD  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SETUP  
PLAY  
VOLUME  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
TEST TONE CH SEL  
STANDBY/ON  
ON  
INPUT  
DVD  
/
C
D
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
H
D
MD/TAPE  
FM  
AM  
STANDBY  
POWER  
A.CTRL MUTING  
DISTANCE LATE NIGHT  
ACOUSTIC  
CONTROL  
PHONES  
SURROUND  
STEREO  
SUBWOOFER MODE  
MEMORY  
FM MODE  
TUNING/PRESET  
MUTING  
ON  
OFF  
VOLUME  
-
AV RECEIVER TX  
L5  
-
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC 453  
S
PHONES jack  
VOLUME dial  
Muting the Sound  
Using the Sleep Timer  
Remote  
controller only  
Remote  
controller only  
Press MUTING.  
The MUTING indicator flashes in the  
display during the muting mode.  
Press SLEEP.  
“SLEEP 90 MIN” appears in the  
multipurpose display for about 5 seconds,  
which means the AV Receiver will turn off  
and enter standby mode in 90 minutes.  
Also the SLEEP indicator is lit in the  
display while the sleep timer is On.  
SLEEP  
MUTING  
To restore the sound, press MUTING  
again.  
SLEEP indicator  
Note  
If you turn off the unit during muting, and turn it on again, the sound  
will be restored.  
Each press of the button makes the  
remaining time shorter by 10 minutes.  
Listening Through Headphones  
I Checking the remaining time  
Press SLEEP while the Sleep Timer is On.  
The remaining time is displayed.  
If you press SLEEP while the remaining time is displayed, the  
Connect the plug of the stereo headphones to the  
PHONES jack on the AV Receiver.  
remaining time is reduced by 10 minutes.  
STANDBY ON  
ON  
/
STANDBY  
POWER  
Canceling the Sleep Timer  
PHONES  
ON  
OFF  
Press SLEEP repeatedly until the SLEEP indicator goes off.  
Notes  
• The speakers will not reproduce sound while headphones are  
connected.  
• The listening mode is set to “STEREO” after connecting the  
headphones to the PHONES jack. When you disconnect the  
headphones, the listening mode returns to the previous mode.  
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Enjoying the Surround Modes  
The surround sound of the AV Receiver enables you to  
enjoy the presence of a movie theater or concert hall in  
your room.  
Before using any surround mode, make sure the Speaker  
Setup configurations have been set (see page 20).  
The speaker configuration is very important for the  
surround sound. See "Connecting Speakers" on page 15  
and "Positioning Speakers" on page 14.  
Following are the sound systems the AV Receiver can  
reproduce.  
I Analog/PCM (Pulse Code Modulation)  
surround  
Analog sources include the audio records, AM/FM  
broadcasting and cassette tapes. The PCM (Pulse Code  
Modulation) signal is a kind of digital audio signal, which is  
recorded directly on CD or DVD without being compressed.  
When an analog or PCM source is played, you can enjoy  
unique surround modes to Onkyo as listed below.  
ORCHESTRA  
This mode is suitable for classical and opera music. The center  
channel is cut and the surround channels are emphasized to widen  
the stereo image. It simulates a natural reverberation as created in a  
large hall.  
I DOLBY DIGITAL Surround, DTS (Digital  
Theater System) Surround  
This 5.1-channel digital surround format enables you to  
individually record and play five full-range (20 Hz-20 kHz)  
channels (left and right front, center, two surround channels)  
plus an LFE channel (Low Frequency Effect) for the low-range  
effect sound. It will create a realistic sound that could be  
heard in the theaters and concert halls.  
UNPLUGGED  
This mode is suitable for acoustic instrumental sounds, vocals, and  
jazz music. By emphasizing the front stereo image, it simulates the  
acoustics in front of the stage.  
STUDIO-MIX  
DOLBY DIGITAL  
Select this option when you play a DVD video that has a  
mark.  
This mode is suitable for rock and popular music. Lively sounds with  
a powerful acoustic image will make you feel as if you are in a club.  
TV LOGIC  
DTS  
This mode offers the realistic acoustics of a TV program being aired  
in the TV studio. It enhances the entire surround sound and clarity of  
conversation.  
Select this option when you play a DVD player, LD, or CD that has a  
mark.  
ALL CH ST (All Channel Stereo)  
This mode is useful for background music. The front and surround  
channels will create a stereo image.  
I DOLBY PRO LOGIC II surround  
This is a 5-channel surround system of a new generation,  
casting a bridge between the previous 4-channel (Left/Right  
Front, Center and monaural surround channels) Pro Logic  
surround and 5.1-channel Dolby Digital surround. Dolby Pro  
Logic II provides the MOVIE mode optimized for viewing  
movies and the MUSIC mode optimized for listening to music.  
In the MOVIE mode, the surround channel, which has been  
monaural and based on narrow band, is reproduced in stereo  
so that the feeling of movement in the played movies is more  
enhanced. In the MUSIC mode, the surround channel  
reproduces natural sound field even with 2-channel music  
sources.  
The MOVIE mode allows you to enjoy VHS and DVD software  
carrying the  
marking as well as some of TV  
broadcast programs. The MUSIC mode allows you to enjoy  
stereo music from CD, etc.  
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Notes on DTS  
• If you play a CD or LD that supports DTS, you may hear a noise  
for a short while until the DTS decoder recognizes the DTS  
encoded signal and starts operating. This is not a malfunction.  
• If you press the pause or skip button on the player while playing  
a DTS source, a short noise may be heard. This is not a  
malfunction.  
• The DTS indicator on the TX-L5 lights up while it plays the DTS  
source. When playback concludes and the DTS signal  
transmission stops, the TX-L5 remains in DTS mode and the  
DTS indicator remains lit. This prevents noise when you operate  
the pause or skip button on the player. Therefore, if the source  
switches from the DTS signal to the PCM signal immediately, the  
PCM signal may not be played. In this case, stop the playback of  
the source on the player for about 3 seconds, then resume  
playback.  
• Some CD players and LD players may be unable to play DTS  
sources correctly even if you connect the player to the  
TX-L5 digitally. This is because the digital signal has been  
processed (such as the output level, sampling frequency,  
frequency response, etc.), and the TX-L5 cannot recognize the  
signal as DTS data. Therefore, you may hear noise when you  
play a DTS source while processing the signal.  
• The MD/TAPE OUT, HD OUT or VIDEO 1 OUT jacks of the  
TX-L5 output analog audio. Do not record CDs or LDs that  
support DTS using these jacks. Otherwise, you will record a DTS  
encoded signal as noise.  
Relationship between input sources and surround modes  
The surround modes that can be selected are variable depending on the signal formats employed with the input sources.  
Dolby Digital*4  
Input source signal format  
source software  
Analog/PCM*3  
DTS  
2-channel source  
other source  
Cassette tape  
Audio CD  
Video CD  
Record  
Video DVD  
LD*5  
Video DVD  
LD*5  
Video DVD  
Audio CD  
LD  
FM  
AM  
HD recorder  
Listening mode  
STEREO*1  
DOLBY D  
G
G
G
G
G
G
DTS  
Surround mode  
PL II MOVIE  
PL II MUSIC  
ORCHESTRA  
UNPLUGGED  
STUDIO-MIX  
TV LOGIC  
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
G
Onkyo’s  
surround  
mode*2  
ALL CH STEREO  
1
*
*
*
*
Only STEREO can be selected when SP SETUP is set to 2 ch or when headphones are used.  
These modes cannot be selected when SP SETUP is set to 2 ch or 3 ch.  
Only STEREO can be selected when the PCM source has been recorded with a sampling rate 96 kHz.  
Only DOLBY D (PL II if the source is a 2-channel source) or STEREO can be selected when Dolby Digital  
surround audio is reproduced.  
2
3
4
5
*
If you have an LD player with AC-RF output, connect it via a AC-RF demodulator to one of the TX-L5’s DIGITAL  
INPUT terminals.  
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ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
T
Enjoying the Surround Modes  
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
HD  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SETUP  
PLAY  
VOLUME  
STANDBY/ON  
ON  
INPUT  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
TEST TONE CH SEL  
DVD  
/
C
D
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
H
D
MD TAPE  
/
FM  
AM  
SURR MODE  
STEREO  
STANDBY  
POWER  
ACOUSTIC  
CONTROL  
PHONES  
SURROUND  
STEREO  
SUBWOOFER MODE  
MEMORY  
FM MODE  
TUNING/PRESET  
A.CTRL MUTING  
DISTANCE LATE NIGHT  
ON  
OFF  
-
AV RECEIVER TX L5  
VOLUME  
-
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC 453  
S
SURROUND  
STEREO  
Using Dolby Pro Logic II/  
Changing the Sound to Stereo  
Onkyo’s Original DSP Modes  
See “Relationship between input sources and surround  
modes” on page 31.  
Remote controller  
Press STEREO.  
In the display, “STEREO” appears and the  
STEREO  
STEREO indicator lights up.  
Remote controller  
Press SURR MODE on the remote  
STEREO indicator  
SURR MODE  
controller or SURROUND on the  
unit to choose “PL II” or the DSP  
mode.  
The current listening mode appears in the  
display when the button is pressed once,  
Unit  
STEREO  
then each press of the button changes the  
listening mode as follows:  
Unit  
SURROUND  
DSP indicator  
PL II MOVIE → PL II MUSIC  
↑
↓
ALL CH ST  
ORCHESTRA  
↑
TV LOGIC  
↑
↓
UNPLUGGED  
↓
STUDIO-MIX  
About Dolby Pro Logic II  
• Suitable for Dolby Surround sources.  
• In the display, “PL II MOVIE” or “PL II  
MUSIC” appears and the Ÿ PRO LOGIC II  
indicator lights up.  
• Skipped if “SPEAKER 2 ch” is selected on  
page 20.  
Ÿ PRO LOGIC II indicator  
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ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
T
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
HD  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SETUP  
PLAY  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
TEST TONE CH SEL  
TEST TONE  
2
A.CTRL MUTING  
DISTANCE LATE NIGHT  
VOLUME  
1, 2  
-
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC 453  
S
Adjusting Each Speaker's Relative Volume Balance Temporarily  
You can readjust each speaker's relative volume balance  
according to your preference while listening to the sound.  
The adjusted values will return to the values set on page 22  
when the AV Receiver enters standby mode, or the main  
power is switched off unless you save the values.  
Note  
You cannot adjust the volume balance while the muting  
function is activated.  
CH SEL  
(Checking each speaker’s relative  
(Adjusting each speaker’s relative  
CH SEL  
2
1
volume balance)  
volume balance)  
While playing the source, press CH  
SEL repeatedly.  
Each press of the button changes the  
speaker which outputs the sound and the  
selected speaker appears in the display in  
the following order:  
Press CH SEL repeatedly to select  
the speaker, then press 5/∞ to  
adjust the volume level.  
The volume level can be adjusted between  
–12dB and +12dB.  
«
Repeat this step to change another  
speaker’s volume balance.  
LEFT (Front left ch.)  
↓
CENTER (Center ch.)  
I Saving the adjusted values  
↓
TEST TONE  
RIGHT (Front right ch.)  
Press TEST TONE.  
↓
SURR RIGHT (Surround right ch.)  
↓
SURR LEFT (Surround left ch.)  
↓
SUBWOOFER (Subwoofer)  
↓
Speaker volume adjustment mode off  
Note  
Any speaker that is not included in the speaker  
configuration on page 20 is not selected even if  
it is actually connected.  
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Enjoying the Surround Modes  
Using the LATE NIGHT Function  
The LATE NIGHT function operates when the sound is  
DOLBY DIGITAL Surround.  
Cinema sound has a vast dynamic range; therefore, to hear  
the quieter sounds such as human conversations, they must  
be played back at larger volumes. When this function is set to  
HIGH or LOW, the dynamic range of the sound is narrowed  
down to allow you to easily hear minute sounds at low  
volumes. This function is especially useful if you wish to play a  
movie at low volumes during the nighttime.  
Boosting the Super Bass Sounds/High  
Frequency Sounds – Acoustic Control  
You can enjoy more dynamic sounds by boosting the super  
bass/high frequency sounds, even with decreased volume.  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
VOLUME  
INPUT  
DVD  
/
C
D
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
H
D
MD/TAPE  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
FM  
AM  
ACOUSTIC  
CONTROL  
SURROUND  
STEREO  
SUBWOOFER MODE  
MEMORY  
FM MODE  
TUNING/PRESET  
ENTER  
-
AV RECEIVER TX  
L5  
RETURN  
SETUP  
PLAY  
ACOUSTIC CONTROL  
button/indicator  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
TEST TONE CH SEL  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
TOP MENU  
MENU  
A.CTRL MUTING  
DISTANCE LATE NIGHT  
VOLUME  
A.CTRL  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SETUP  
-
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC 453  
S
PLAY  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
TEST TONE CH SEL  
A.CTRL MUTING  
DISTANCE LATE NIGHT  
VOLUME  
LATE NIGHT  
Remote controller  
Press A.CTRL on the remote  
controller or ACOUSTIC CONTROL  
on the unit.  
-
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC 453  
S
A.CTRL  
Each press of the button changes the  
acoustic mode as follows:  
LATE NIGHT  
Press LATE NIGHT.  
The current setting appears in the display.  
→ “A.CONTROL OFF” appears in the  
display and the ACOUSTIC CONTROL  
indicator goes off.  
Unit  
ACOUSTIC  
CONTROL  
To change the setting, press the button  
repeatedly while the current setting is  
displayed.  
• When the button is pressed while  
DOLBY DIGITAL Surround sound is  
being reproduced  
↓
“A.CONTROL 1” appears in the display  
and the ACOUSTIC CONTROL  
indicator on the unit lights up.  
“LATE NIGHT = LOW”, “LATE NIGHT =  
HIGH” or “LATE NIGHT = OFF” can be  
selected.  
The super bass sounds from the front  
speakers are boosted.  
OFF: Turns off the Late Night function.  
LOW: Narrows the dynamic range.  
HIGH:Narrows the dynamic range more.  
↓
ACOUSTIC  
CONTROL  
“A.CONTROL 2” appears in  
the display and the  
ACOUSTIC CONTROL  
indicator on the unit lights  
up.  
The super bass sounds from the front  
speakers are further reinforced and the  
high frequency sounds are also  
reinforced.  
Notes  
• The LATE NIGHT effect is determined by each DOLBY DIGITAL  
sound source. Some sources may produce little or no effect.  
• The LATE NIGHT function is not available when reproducing  
source other than Dolby Digital audio. “NOT AVAILABLE”  
appears in the display.  
Note  
Press ACOUSTIC CONTROL on the unit or  
A.CTRL on the remote controller to check the  
setting of acoustic control while the dimmer  
function operates, The current setting appears  
in the display.  
• If you turn off the unit and turn it on again, the LATE NIGHT  
function is set to “LATE NIGHT OFF”.  
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Recording a source  
To record the input source signal you  
are currently watching or listening to  
Recording the video from one source  
and the audio from another  
Recording of video and/or audio signals can be performed on  
the components connected to the VIDEO 1 OUT, HD OUT  
(audio only) and MD/TAPE OUT (audio only) jacks.  
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 MD player  
connected to MD/TAPE L/R jacks and the video from a video  
camera connected to VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO jack to video  
cassette tape in a video cassette recorder connected to the  
VIDEO 1 OUT L/R and VIDEO jacks.  
VOLUME  
INPUT  
DVD  
/
C
D
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
H
D
MD/TAPE  
FM  
AM  
ACOUSTIC  
CONTROL  
SURROUND  
STEREO  
SUBWOOFER MODE  
MEMORY  
FM MODE  
TUNING/PRESET  
-
AV RECEIVER TX  
L5  
Video  
camera  
ON  
STANDBY SLEEP DIMMER  
INPUT dial  
DVD/CD  
IN  
VIDEO  
OUT  
1
VIDEO  
IN  
2
MON  
OUT  
DVD/CD  
IN  
VIDEOIN 1  
OUT  
V
IN  
IN  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
DISPLAY  
T
VIDEO  
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE TUNER  
HD  
INPUT  
SELECTOR  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
DVD  
MD  
DVD MD  
Control  
L
L
AUDIO  
R
TOP MENU  
MENU  
R
DVD/CD  
VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
HD  
MD/TAPE  
ENTER  
RETURN  
SETUP  
PLAY  
SURR MODE STEREO SP SETUP SW MODE  
Video cassette  
recorder  
MD player  
Press an input selector button to  
select the input source to record.  
The input source is now selected and you  
may watch or listen to it as desired. The  
currently selected input source signal to  
the VIDEO 1 OUT, HD OUT and MD/TAPE  
OUT outputs for recording.  
1
Remote controller  
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO  
2
Insert a MD in the MD player and  
insert a tape in the video camera  
connected to the VIDEO 2.  
1
2
INPUT SELECTOR  
MD/TAPE  
HD  
Insert a video tape for recording in  
the video cassette recorder  
connected to VIDEO 1 OUT.  
Unit  
INPUT  
Press VIDEO 2 on the remote  
controller.  
3
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO2  
INPUT SELECTO
MD/TAPE  
HD  
Start recording at the recording  
component as desired.  
2
Press MD/TAPE on the remote  
controller.  
This switches the audio output to MD, but  
the video output remains VIDEO 2 that has  
been selected in step 3.  
4
DVD/CD VIDEO  
1
VIDEO2  
INPUT SELECTOR  
HD MD/TAPE  
Notes:  
• You can record analog audio, but not digital audio. Make sure  
that you have made a correct analog connection.  
• If you change the input source during recording, you will record  
the signals from the newly selected input source.  
• You cannot record the surround effects.  
Start recording on the video  
cassette recorder and start playing  
at the MD player and video camera  
as desired.  
5
The recorded video signal becomes the  
output from the video camera and  
recorded audio signal becomes that from  
the MD player.  
Notes  
• You can record analog audio, but not digital audio. Make sure  
that you have made a correct analog connection.  
• If you change the input source during recording, you will record  
the audio signals from the newly selected input source and the  
video signals assigned to that input source.  
• You cannot record the surround effects.  
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Troubleshooting  
Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem before contacting service. Refer also to the respective  
instruction manuals of the connected components and TV.  
Symptoms  
Causes  
Remedies  
Pages  
The AV receiver doesn’t  
switch on.  
• The power cord (mains lead) is  
disconnected.  
• Check the connection of the power cord  
(mains lead).  
19  
• The main power is set to OFF.  
• There is external noise interfering with the • Switch off the main power, then switch it on  
• Turn on the main power.  
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19  
computer circuits of the AV receiver.  
again. If not recovered, disconnect the power  
cord (mains lead), then connect it again.  
• Contact your nearest Onkyo service  
center.  
• The AC fuse is blown.  
–
No sound is reproduced.  
• The muting function is activated.  
• The AV receiver is not properly  
connected.  
• Deactivate the muting function.  
• Check the connections to the AV receiver. 12, 13  
29  
• Headphones are connected.  
• Decrease the volume, then disconnect the 29  
headphones.  
No sound or very little  
sound is reproduced from  
the center speaker.  
• The speakers are not properly connected. • Check the speaker connections.  
• The listening mode is set to “STEREO” or • No sound is reproduced from the center  
15  
30  
“ORCHESTRA.”  
speaker when the listening mode is  
“STEREO” or “ORCHESTRA.”  
• Adjust the volume level of the center  
speaker.  
• The volume level of the center speaker  
(“CENTER”) is set to minimum.  
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20  
• A speaker configuration without the center • Check that the selected speaker  
speaker is selected. configuration includes the center speaker.  
Center speaker is not connected when the • Check the connection between the AV  
•
20  
speaker configuration is set 3 ch or 5 ch.  
receiver and the speaker, or set the  
speaker configuration to the 2 ch or 4 ch.  
No picture appears on the  
TV screen.  
• The TV is not set to receive the output  
signals from the AV receiver.  
• The video cable is not connected  
securely.  
• Set the TV to the AV receiver’s input.  
–
• Check the connections between the AV  
receiver and TV set.  
12  
• Only the S video connection is made.  
• Also make video connection.  
12-13  
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The sound of the playback • Another input source is selected.  
• Select the appropriate input source.  
source is not heard.  
The buttons on the remote • Power supply fluctuations or other  
• Switch off the main power, then switch it on  
again. If not recovered, disconnect the power  
cord (mains lead), then connect it again.  
–
controller and AV receiver  
do not operate.  
abnormalities such as static electricity  
may interrupt correct operation.  
The buttons on the AV  
receiver operate but the  
buttons on the remote  
controller do not operate.  
• A wrong DVD•MD control button is  
pressed.  
• No batteries are inserted in the remote  
controller.  
• The batteries are worn out.  
• The remote controller is not pointed at the • Point the remote controller at the remote  
• Press the appropriate DVD•MD control  
button.  
• Insert new batteries.  
27  
7
• Replace with new batteries.  
7
7
remote sensor of the AV receiver.  
• The remote controller is too far from the  
AV receiver.  
sensor of the AV receiver.  
• Operate the remote controller within 5 m  
(16 feet).  
7
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Symptoms  
Causes  
Remedies  
Pages  
Too much noise is heard or • FM stereo waves may produce a hiss  
• Switch the frequency receiving mode to  
mono.  
• Adjust the position, height, and direction  
of the FM antenna (aerial).  
• Connect an FM outdoor antenna (aerial).  
Try to use an antenna (aerial) with more  
elements.  
23  
sound is interrupted  
occasionally. (The FM  
STEREO indicator does not  
light steadily.)  
noise when a certain level is reached.  
• The position or direction of the FM  
antenna (aerial) is incorrect.  
16  
17  
• The station is too weak.  
[For installation of the outdoor antenna  
(aerial), consult your nearest dealer as it  
requires special skills and experience.]  
Sound is distorted or  
sound volume decreases.  
• The radio wave is distorted.  
• Cars are running or airplanes are flying  
near the house.  
–
–
–
–
Sound is excessively  
distorted.  
• There is a tall building or a mountain  
nearby.  
–
–
[The waves transmitted from the  
transmission center (direct waves) and  
the waved reflected by buildings or  
mountains (diffraction waves) interfere  
with each other causing multi pass  
distortion.]  
No preset channels are  
selected.  
• The power cord (mains lead) is unplugged, • The preset data in memory is lost. Preset 24  
or the main power is switched off, for a  
long time.  
the radio stations again.  
Sound is reproduced from  
the speakers but not  
recorded.  
• The sound system you are trying to  
record is DTS Surround.  
• DTS Surround sound is unable to be  
recorded.  
• Make an analog connection.  
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This unit contains a sensitive microcomputer, which under certain circumstances might fail to operate due to excessive noise  
interference. If this happens, press the AV receiver’s SUBWOOFER MODE button and STANDBY/ON button at the same  
time until “Clear” appears in the AV receiver’s display. The AV receiver turns into the standby mode, then all the custom  
settings in the AV receiver’s memory will be erased. Please repeat the custom settings from the beginning.  
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Specifications  
AMPLIFIER SECTION  
Power Output (FTC)  
All channels 22 watts per channel min.  
Output Level and Impedance  
RMS. into 6 ohms two channel driven,  
1,000 Hz with no more than 0.6 % total  
harmonic distortion.  
REC OUT (VIDEO 1, TAPE/MD, HD) 150 mV, 2.2 kohms  
SUB WOOFER PRE OUT  
1 V, 2.2 kohms  
Composite (MON OUT, VIDEO 1)  
S-VIDEO (MON OUT, VIDEO 1)  
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
C: 0.28 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
Continuous power output (DIN)  
All channels 22 watts per channel min.  
RMS. into 6 ohms two channel driven,  
1,000 Hz  
Frequency Response  
Acoustic Control  
10 to 70,000 Hz : +/– 1.5 dB  
1: +6 dB at 40 Hz  
Maximun power output (EIAJ)  
2: +10 dB at 40 Hz  
+7 dB at 10,000 Hz  
100 dB (IHF)  
5 × 28 watts at 6 ohms  
2 × 26 watts at 6 ohms  
2 × 22 watts at 8 ohms  
Dynamic power output  
Signal-to-noise Ratio  
Muting  
–∞ dB  
Total Harmonic Distortion 0.6 % at rated power  
IM Distortion  
Damping Factor  
0.6 % at rated power  
40 at 8 ohms  
Input Sensitivity and Impedance  
DIGITAL INPUT DVD, HD (OPTICAL) 0.5 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
DIGITAL INPUT VIDEO 2 (COAXIAL) 0.5 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
LINE (DVD/CD, VIDEO 1, 2, HD, TAPE/MD)150 mV/50 kohms  
Composite (DVD/CD, VIDEO 1, 2)  
S-VIDEO (DVD/CD, VIDEO 1, 2)  
1 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
C: 0.28 Vp-p, 75 ohms  
TUNER SECTION  
Tuning Range  
FM: 87.50 to 108.00 MHz (50 kHz steps)  
AM: (USA and Canadian models)  
530 to 1710 kHz (10 kHz steps)  
(Other models)  
522 to 1611 kHz (9 kHz steps)  
Usable Sensitivity  
FM: Mono  
11.2 dBf, 1.0 µV (75 ohms IHF)  
0.9 µV (75 ohms DIN)  
Stereo  
17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 ohms IHF)  
23 µV (75 ohms DIN)  
AM: 30 µV  
FM: Mono  
Stereo  
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity  
17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 ohms)  
37.2 dBf, 20.0 µV (75 ohms)  
Capture Ratio  
FM: 2.0 dB  
Image Rejection Ratio  
FM: (USA and Canadian models)  
(Other models)  
85 dB  
40 dB  
AM: 40 dB  
FM: 90 dB  
AM: 40 dB  
IF Rejection Ratio  
Signal-to-noise Ratio  
FM: Mono  
Stereo  
76 dB, IHF  
70 dB, IHF  
AM: 40 dB  
Alternate Channel Att. (+/– 400 kHz) FM: Mono  
55 dB, IHF  
Selectivity  
FM: 50 dB, DIN  
AM Suppression Ratio  
Harmonic Distortion  
FM: 50 dB  
FM: Mono  
Stereo  
0.2 %  
0.3 %  
0.7 %  
AM:  
Frequency response  
Stereo Separation  
FM: 30 to 15,000 Hz (+/– 1.0 dB)  
FM: 45 dB at 1,000 Hz  
30 dB at 100 to 10,000 Hz  
Stereo Threshold  
FM: 17.2 dBf, 20 µV (75 ohms)  
GENERAL  
Power Supply Rating  
and Power Consumption AC 120 V, 60Hz  
(Some Asian models)  
Dimensions (W x H x D) 435 × 81 × 377 mm (17-1/8 × 3-3/16 × 14-13/16 ins.)  
Weight 6.1 kg (13.4 lb.)  
(USA and Canadian models)  
120W  
AC 220-230 V, 50/60Hz 105W  
(Other models)  
AC 230-240 V, 50Hz 105W  
Specifications and features are subject to change without notice.  
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18 Park Way, Upper Saddle River, N.J. 07458, U.S.A.  
Tel: 201-785-2600 Fax: 201-785-2650 http://www.onkyousa.com  
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Liegnitzerstrasse 6, 82194 Groebenzell, GERMANY  
Tel: +49-8142-4401-0 Fax: +49-8142-4401-555 http://www.onkyo.net  
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N.T., HONG KONG Tel: 852-2429-3118 Fax: 852-2428-9039 http://www.onkyochina.com  
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