Contents
Introduction ..................................... 2
5.1ch Home Theater System
Connection .................................... 20
Turning On & First Time Setup..... 36
HT-S4100
AV Receiver (TX-SR304)
Front Speakers (SKF-360F L/R)
Center Speaker (SKC-360C)
Surround Speakers (SKM-360S L/R)
Subwoofer (SKW-460)
Remote Interactive Dock (DS-A1XP)
Basic Operation
Playing your AV components....... 40
Using the Tuner............................ 42
Instruction Manual
Enjoying the Listening Modes ..... 49
Advanced Operation..................... 52
Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo 5.1ch Home
Theater System. 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 5.1ch Home Theater Sys-
tem.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Troubleshooting............................ 59
Specifications................................ 62
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Precautions
1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use
only, recording copyrighted material is illegal with-
out the permission of the copyright holder.
For U.S. models
FCC Information for User
CAUTION:
2. AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the unit is not user-
serviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact
your Onkyo dealer.
The user changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
3. Care—Occasionally you should dust the unit all
over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft
cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild deter-
gent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards
with a clean cloth. Don’t use abrasive cloths, thin-
ners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because
they may damage the finish or remove the panel let-
tering.
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 interfer-
ence in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accor-
dance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful inter-
ference 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:
4. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE
FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SEC-
TION CAREFULLY.
AC outlet voltages vary from country to country.
Make sure that the voltage in your area meets the
voltage requirements printed on the unit’s rear panel
(e.g., AC 230–240 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz).
The power cord plug is used to disconnect this unit
from the AC power source. Make sure that the plug
is readily operable (easily accessible) at all times.
•
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
Some models have a voltage selector switch for
compatibility with power systems around the world.
Before you plug in such a model, make sure that the
voltage selector is set to the correct voltage for your
area.
•
•
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit dif-
ferent from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV tech-
nician for help.
For Canadian Models
Pressing the [STANDBY/ON] button to select
Standby mode does not fully shutdown the unit. If
you do not intend to use the unit for an extended
period, remove the power cord from the AC outlet.
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.
5. Never Touch this Unit with Wet Hands—Never
handle this unit or its power cord while your hands
are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid gets
inside this unit, have it checked by your Onkyo
dealer.
Modèle pour les Canadien
REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE
LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME
NMB-003 DU CANADA.
Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLEC-
TRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS
LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRE-
SPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQU’AU FOND.
6. Handling Notes
• If you need to transport this unit, use the original
packaging to pack it how it was when you origi-
nally bought it.
• Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit
for a long time, because they may leave marks on
the case.
• This unit’s top and rear panels may get warm
after prolonged use. This is normal.
• If you do not use this unit for a long time, it may
not work properly the next time you turn it on, so
be sure to use it occasionally.
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Speaker Precautions
Precautions—Continued
Placement
Memory Backup
• The subwoofer cabinet is made out of wood and is
therefore sensitive to extreme temperatures and
humidity, do not put it in locations subject to direct
sunlight or in humid places, such as near an air condi-
tioner, humidifier, bathroom, or kitchen.
• Do not put water or other liquids close to the speakers.
If liquid is spilled over the speakers, the drive units
may be damaged.
• Speakers should only be placed on sturdy, flat surfaces
that are free from vibration. Putting them on uneven or
unstable surfaces, where they may fall and cause dam-
age, will affect the sound quality.
The AV receiver uses a battery-less memory backup
system in order to retain radio presets and other settings
when it’s unplugged or in the case of a power failure.
Although no batteries are required, the AV receiver
must be plugged into an AC outlet in order to charge the
backup system. Once it has been charged, the AV
receiver will retain the settings for several weeks,
although this depends on the environment and will be
shorter in humid climates.
• Subwoofer is designed to be used in the upright verti-
cal position only. Do not use it in the horizontal or
tilted position.
• If the unit is used near a turntable, CD player or DVD
player, howling or slipping of sound may occur. To
prevent this, move the unit away from the turntable,
CD player or DVD player, otherwise lower the unit’s
output level.
Using Close to a TV or Computer
TVs and computer monitors are magnetically sensitive
devices and as such are likely to suffer discoloration or
picture distortion when conventional speakers are
placed nearby. To prevent this, the SKF-360F and
SKC-460C feature internal magnetic shielding. In some
situations, however, discoloration may still be an issue,
in which case you should turn off your TV or monitor,
wait 15 to 30 minutes, and then turn it back on again.
This normally activates the degaussing function, which
neutralizes the magnetic field, thereby removing any
discoloration effects. If discoloration problems persist,
try moving the speakers away from your TV or monitor.
Note that discoloration can also be caused by a magnet
or demagnetizing tool that’s too close to your TV or
monitor.
Do not place SKM-360S close to TV or a computer
monitor because they have no magnetic shield.
Input Signal Warning
The speakers can handle the specified input power when
used for normal music reproduction. If any of the fol-
lowing signals are fed to them, even if the input power is
within the specified rating, excessive current may flow
in the speaker coils, causing burning or wire breakage:
1. Interstation noise from an untuned FM radio.
2. Sound from fast-forwarding a cassette tape.
3. High-pitched sounds generated by an oscillator,
electronic musical instrument, and so on.
4. Amplifier oscillation.
5. Special test tones from audio test CDs and so on.
6. Thumps and clicks caused by connecting or discon-
necting audio cables (Always turn off your amplifier
before connecting or disconnecting cables.)
7. Microphone feedback.
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Features
AV Receiver TX-SR304
Speaker Package HTP-460
SKF-360F L/R 2-Way Front Speakers
SKC-360C 2-Way Center Speaker
• 3-1/4" (8 cm) cone woofer
Amplification
• 65 W/channel into 6 ohms (20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.7%,
FTC)
• 3/4" (2 cm) ceramic tweeter
• Max. input power:120 W
• 90 W/channel into 6 ohms (1 kHz, DIN)
• 110 W/channel into 6 ohms (JEITA)
• Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
• Magnetically shielded
• Color-coded speaker terminals and speaker cable
• 6-ohm impedance
• Massive High Current Power Supply (H.C.P.S.) trans-
former
SKM-360S L/R Full-Range Surround Speakers
• 3-1/4" (8 cm) full-range speaker
Processing
• Max. input power:120 W
*1
• Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic II
• 6-ohm impedance
*2
• DTS and DTS Neo:6 5.1
• Color-coded speaker terminals and speaker cable
• CinemaFILTER
SKW-460 Bass Reflex Powered Subwoofer
• 8" (20 cm) cone woofer
• Non-Scaling Configuration
• A-Form — Auto Format Sensing
• 192 kHz/24-bit D/A converters
• Max. power:200 W
• Color-coded speaker terminals and speaker cable
• Powerful and highly accurate Analog Devices 32-bit
DSP processing
• Double bass function
• Direct mode
RI Dock DS-A1XP
• A/V Sync control function
• Play your iPod music through your Onkyo audio sys-
tem and enjoy great sound
Connections
• Control your iPod with your Onkyo remote controller
• HDTV-ready component video switching (3 inputs, 1
output)
• Supports all iPods with an iPod connector, except 3rd
Generation iPods
• 3 digital inputs (2 optical, 1 coaxial, 3 assignable)
• Charges your iPod’s battery while you enjoy your
music
• Speaker A/B terminal
• Color-coded speaker terminal posts
• Color-coded 5.1 multichannel inputs and subwoofer
pre out
*
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., regis-
tered in the U.S. and other countries.
Miscellaneous
• Adjustable crossover (40/50/60/80/100/120/150/
200 Hz)
*3
• Compatible with RI dock for the iPod
• Late night mode
• 3-Mode display dimmer
• Full-Function
remote control
*1. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are registered
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
*2. “DTS” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of Digital Theater Sys-
tems, Inc.
*3. Apple and iPod are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc.,
registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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Package Contents
Make sure you have the following items:
AV Receiver TX-SR304
Introduction
Package Contents................................... 6
Front & Rear Panels................................ 8
TX-SR304
Enjoying Home Theater........................ 20
Connecting Your Speakers .................. 21
Remote controller & two batteries (AA/R6)
Turning On & First Time Setup
(American type shown)
Indoor FM antenna
Playing Your AV Components ............. 40
Using the Tuner..................................... 42
Common Functions .............................. 46
AM loop antenna
Enjoying the Listening Modes
product name indicates the color. Specifications and oper-
ation are the same regardless of color.
Advanced Operation
Recording .............................................. 54
Advanced Setup.................................... 55
Troubleshooting.....................................59
receiver by holding down the [VIDEO 1] button
and pressing the [STANDBY/ON] button.
Specifications ........................................62
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Package Contents—Continued
Speaker Package HTP-460
RI Dock DS-A1XP
(see page 44 for package contents)
Front speakers
(SKF-360F L/R)
Center speaker
(SKC-360C)
Surround speakers
(SKM-360S L/R)
Subwoofer (SKW-460)
(Red)
(White)
(Green)
Speaker cable for front speakers and center speaker
11 ft. (3.5 m)
(Blue)
(Gray)
Speaker cables for surround speakers 30 ft. (9 m)
16 thin rubber stoppers, 12 thick rubber stoppers
RCA cable for subwoofer connection 10 ft. (3 m)
4 floor pads for the subwoofer
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Front & Rear Panels
Front Panel
1
2 3 4 56 78 9JK L
M
TUNING
/
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
ENTER
STANDBY
RETURN
SETUP
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
TONE
+
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
DIMMER
MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
N O P
Q
A STANDBY/ON button (36)
This button is used to set the AV receiver to On or
Standby.
(38, 52, 55)
When the AM or FM input source is selected, the
TUNING [ ] [ ] buttons are used to tune the
to select radio presets (see pages 42, 43). When the
setup menus are used, they work as arrow buttons
and are used to select and set items. The ENTER
B STANDBY indicator (36)
This indicator lights up when the AV receiver is in
Standby mode, and it flashes while a signal is being
C Remote-control sensor (19)
This sensor receives control signals from the remote
controller.
M MASTER VOLUME control (40)
This control is used to adjust the volume of the AV
receiver to MIN, 1 through 79, or MAX.
D STEREO button (49)
This button is used to select the Stereo listening
mode.
N PHONES jack (46)
This 1/4-inch phone jack is for connecting a stan-
dard pair of stereo headphones for private listening.
These buttons are used to select the listening modes.
O SPEAKER A & B buttons (40)
on or off.
F Display
See “Display” on page 9.
G DISPLAY button (41)
P TONE, [–] & [+] buttons (46)
This button is used to display various information
These buttons are used to adjust the bass and treble.
Q Input selector buttons (40, 41)
H DIGITAL INPUT button (37, 57)
These buttons are used to select from the following
input sources: MULTI CH, DVD, VIDEO 1/VCR,
VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, TAPE, TUNER, or CD.
specify the format of digital input signals.
I DIMMER button (46)
The [MULTI CH] button selects the DVD analog
multichannel input.
J MEMORY button (43)
This button is used when storing or deleting radio
presets.
R RETURN button (38, 52, 55)
This button is used to return to the previously dis-
played setup menu.
K TUNING MODE button (42)
This button is used to select the Auto or Manual tun-
ing mode.
S SETUP button (38, 52, 55)
This button is used to access various settings.
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Front & Rear Panels—Continued
Display
1 2
3
4
5
6
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
1A & B speaker indicators (20, 40)
Indicator A lights up when speaker set A is on. Indi-
cator B lights up when speaker set B is on.
2MUTING indicator (47)
This indicator flashes when the AV receiver is
muted.
These indicators show the currently selected listen-
4Tuning indicators
TUNED (42): This indicator lights up when the AV
AUTO (42): This indicator lights up when Auto
Tuning is selected.
MEMORY (43): This indicator lights up when pre-
setting radio stations.
FM STEREO (42): This indicator lights up when
the AV receiver is tuned to a stereo FM station.
5SLEEP indicator (47)
This indicator lights up when the Sleep function has
been set.
6Message area
This area of the display shows various information
about the currently selected source.
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Front & Rear Panels—Continued
Rear Panel
1
B
3 4 5
6
7
8
9 J
K
L M
A DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1, 2 & COAXIAL
These optical and coaxial jacks can be used to con-
nect a CD or DVD player and other components
with digital audio outputs.
I CD IN
These analog inputs can be used to connect a CD
player with analog outputs.
J TAPE IN/OUT
B COMPONENT VIDEO
These analog inputs and outputs can be used to con-
nect a cassette recorder, MiniDisc recorder, or other
recorder with analog inputs and outputs.
A DVD player, TV, or other component that sup-
ports component video can be connected here.
C AM ANTENNA
K VIDEO 1 IN/OUT, VIDEO 2 IN & VIDEO 3 IN
The VIDEO 1, composite video, and audio inputs
and outputs can be used to connect a VCR. The
VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, composite video, and audio
inputs can be used to connect another video source
(e.g., cable TV, satellite TV, or a set-top box).
These push terminals are for connecting an AM
antenna.
D FM ANTENNA
This jack is for connecting an FM antenna.
E MONITOR OUT
L DVD IN
The composite video output should be connected to
a video input on your TV or projector.
The FRONT, SURROUND, CENTER, and SUB-
WOOFER jacks can be used to connect a compo-
nent with an analog multichannel audio output, such
as a DVD player with a 5.1-channel analog output.
The composite video input should be connected to a
video output on the DVD player.
F FRONT SPEAKERS B
These push terminals are for connecting speaker
set B.
G FRONT SPEAKERS A, SURROUND
SPEAKERS & CENTER SPEAKER
These push terminals are for connecting speaker
set A.
M SUBWOOFER PRE OUT
A powered subwoofer can be connected here.
H
This
(Remote Interactive) jack can be con-
jack on another Onkyo compo-
nected to the
nent. The AV receiver’s remote controller can then
be used to control that component.
To use
, you must make an analog audio connec-
tion (RCA) between the AV receiver and the other
component, even if they are connected digitally.
Note:
See pages 20–35 for connection information.
can only be used with Onkyo components.
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Speakers
Subwoofer (SKW-460)
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
A STANDBY/ON indicator
■ Front
Red:
Subwoofer in standby mode
Blue: Subwoofer on
With the Auto Standby function, the SKW-460
automatically turns on when an input signal is
detected in Standby mode. When there’s no input
enters Standby mode.
B OUTPUT LEVEL control (40)
This control is used to adjust the volume of the sub-
woofer.
1
C LINE INPUT (22)
This RCA input should be connected to the sub-
woofer pre out on the AV receiver with supplied
RCA cable.
■ Rear
Note:
TheAuto Standby function turns the subwoofer on when
the input signal exceeds a certain level. If the Auto
Standby function does not work reliably, try slightly
increasing or decreasing the subwoofer output level on
the AV receiver (page 56).
Using the Floor Pads
If the subwoofer is placed on a hard
floor (wood, vinyl, tile, etc.) and
playback is very loud, the sub-
woofer's feet may damage the floor-
ing. To prevent this, place the
2
3
To AC outlet
supplied pads underneath the sub-
woofer's feet. The pads also provide
a stable base for the subwoofer.
Front, Center & Surround speakers (SKF-360F, SKC-360C, SKM-360S)
1Keyhole slots
■ Rear
These keyhole slots can be used to wall-mount the
speaker. See page 23 for mounting instructions.
2Speaker terminals
These push terminals are for connecting the speaker
to the TX-SR304 with the supplied speaker cables.
The supplied speaker cables are color-coded for
easy identification. Simply connect each cable to the
same-colored positive speaker terminal.
3
1
2
3Speaker mount/bracket inserts
These threaded inserts can be used to attach the
speaker either horizontally or vertically to a speaker
mount or bracket.
Note:
Use commercially available 1/4" screws to attach
the speaker to a speaker mount or bracket.
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Remote Controller
How to Use the Remote Controller
RECEIVER Mode
Including the AV receiver, the remote controller can be
used to control up to six different components. The
remote controller has a specific operating mode for use
with each type of component. Modes are selected by
using the five REMOTE MODE buttons.
RECEIVER mode is used to control the AV receiver.
To set the remote controller to RECEIVER mode,
press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button.
RECEIVER
■ RECEIVER/TAPE Mode
In RECEIVER/TAPE mode, you can control
the AV receiver and an Onkyo cassette
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
TAPE
RECEIVER
RECEIVER
DVD
A
2
TAPE
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
recorder connected via
.
CD
1
2
3
V1
V2
V3
■ DVD, CD, MD, CDR & HDD Modes
With these modes, you can control an
Onkyo DVD player and
MD
4
5
6
DVD
CD
L
3
MULTI CH
DVD
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
TAPE
TUNER
CD
CD/MD/CDR/HDD player/recorder.
+
10
CLR
0
MD
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
4
5
M
N
CDR
HDD
CH
DISC
VOL
ALBUM
PREVIOUS
MENU
GUIDE
TOP MENU
O
P
6
7
Use the REMOTE MODE buttons to select
a mode.
1
2
SP A/B
MUTING
ENTER
PLAYLIST
PLAYLIST
SETUP
Use the buttons supported by that mode
to control the component.
RECEIVER mode: see right column
DVD mode: see page 14
8
RETURN
CD mode: see page 15
MD/CDR mode: see page 16
HDD mode: see page 17
LISTENING MODE
STEREO
SURROUND
TAPE mode: see page 18
9
J
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
-
+
LEVEL
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
CH SEL
LEVEL
Note:
PLAY MODE
Some of the remote controller operations described in
this manual may not work as expected with other com-
ponents.
L NIGHT
CINE FLTR
Q
R
K
-
RC 645S
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Remote Controller—Continued
O MUTING button (47)
This button is used to mute the AV receiver.
A ON/STANDBY button (36)
This button is used to set the AV receiver to On or
Standby.
P SETUP button (38, 52, 55)
This button is used to access various settings.
Q CINE FLTR button (53)
This button is used to set the CinemaFILTER func-
tion.
These buttons are used to select the input sources.
C MULTI CH button (41)
This button is used to select the multichannel DVD
input.
R L NIGHT button (53)
This button is used to set the Late Night function.
D DIMMER button (46)
This button is used to adjust the display brightness.
E CH +/– button (43)
F SP A/B button (40)
or off.
G Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] & ENTER buttons
(38, 52, 55)
These buttons are used to select and adjust settings.
H RETURN button (38, 52, 55)
This button is used to return to the previous display
when changing settings.
I LISTENING MODE buttons (49)
These buttons can be used to select listening modes
regardless of the currently selected remote control-
ler mode.
STEREO button
This button selects the Stereo listening mode.
SURROUND button
This button selects the Dolby and DTS listening
modes.
[
]/[ ] buttons
These buttons can be used to select any of the avail-
able listening modes.
J TEST TONE, CH SEL, LEVEL- & LEVEL+
buttons (39, 48, 57)
These buttons are used to adjust the level of each
speaker.
K DISPLAY button (41)
This button is used to display various information
about the currently selected input source.
These buttons are used to select the remote control-
ler modes. When you press a button on the remote
controller, the REMOTE MODE button for the cur-
rently selected mode lights up.
M SLEEP button (47)
This button is used to set the Sleep function.
N VOL [ ]/[ ] button (40)
This button can be used to adjust the volume of the
AV receiver regardless of the currently selected
remote controller mode.
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Remote Controller—Continued
A ON/STANDBY button
DVD Mode
This button sets the DVD player to On or Standby.
B Number buttons
To select your DVD player as the input source, press:
These buttons are used to enter title, chapter, and
track numbers and to enter times for locating spe-
cific points in time.
RECEIVER
6
DVD
C DISC +/– button
This button selects discs on a DVD changer.
D TOP MENU button
To set the remote controller to DVD mode, press the
[DVD] REMOTE MODE button.
This button is used to select a DVD’s top menu.
E Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] & ENTER buttons
These buttons are used to navigate DVD menus and
the DVD player’s onscreen setup menus.
F RETURN button
This button is used to exit the DVD player’s
onscreen setup menu and to restart menu playback.
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
DVD
DVD
1
2
TAPE
G Playback buttons
INPUT SELECTOR
CD
From left to right: Pause, Play, Stop, Fast Reverse,
Fast Forward, Previous, and Next.
1
2
3
V1
V2
V3
MD
4
5
6
H SUBTITLE button
MULTI CH
DVD
This button is used to select subtitles.
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
TAPE
TUNER
CD
I AUDIO button
+
10
CLR
0
This button selects foreign language soundtracks
and audio formats (e.g., Dolby Digital or DTS).
K
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
J DISPLAY button
CH
DISC
VOL
3
ALBUM
This button is used to display information about the
current disc, title, chapter, or track on the DVD
player’s display, including the elapsed time, remain-
ing time, total time, and so on.
GUIDE
PREVIOUS
MENU
TOP MENU
4
5
6
L
M
SP A/B
MUTING
K CLR button
ENTER
This button is used to cancel functions and to clear
entered numbers.
PLAYLIST
PLAYLIST
SETUP
L MENU button
RETURN
This button is used to display a DVD’s menu.
M SETUP button
7
This button is used to access the DVD player’s
onscreen setup menus.
LISTENING MODE
N RANDOM button
STEREO
SURROUND
N
O
8
9
This button is used with the random playback func-
tion.
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
-
+
LEVEL
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
CH SEL
LEVEL
PLAY MODE
O REPEAT button
L NIGHT
CINE FLTR
J
This button is used to set the repeat playback func-
tions.
P
P PLAY MODE button
-
RC 645S
This button is used to select play modes on a com-
ponent with selectable play modes.
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Remote Controller—Continued
A ON/STANDBY button
CD Mode
This button sets the CD player to On or Standby.
B Number buttons
To select your CD player as the input source, press:
These buttons are used to enter track numbers and
to enter times for locating specific points in time.
RECEIVER
9
C DISC +/– button
CD
This button selects discs on a CD changer.
D Playback buttons
From left to right: Pause, Play, Stop, Fast Reverse,
Fast Forward, Previous and Next.
To set the remote controller to CD mode, press the
[CD] REMOTE MODE button.
E DISPLAY button
This button is used to display information about the
current disc or track on the CD player’s display,
including the elapsed time, remaining time, total
time, and so on.
ON/STANDBY
F CLR button
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
DVD
This button is used to cancel functions and to clear
entered numbers.
1
2
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
CD
CD
1
2
3
G RANDOM button
V1
V2
V3
This button is used with the random playback func-
tion.
MD
4
5
6
MULTI CH
DVD
CDR
HDD
H REPEAT button
7
8
9
TAPE
TUNER
CD
This button is used to set the repeat playback func-
tions.
+
10
CLR
0
6
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
✽
The VOL [ ]/[ ] and LISTENING MODE but-
tons work the same as for RECEIVER mode.
CH
DISC
VOL
ALBUM
✽
3
GUIDE
TOP MENU
PREVIOUS
MENU
SP A/B
MUTING
ENTER
PLAYLIST
PLAYLIST
SETUP
RETURN
4
LISTENING MODE
✽
STEREO
SURROUND
7
8
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
-
+
LEVEL
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
CH SEL
LEVEL
PLAY MODE
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Remote Controller—Continued
A ON/STANDBY button
This button sets the MD/CD recorder to On or
Standby.
MD, & CDR Mode
To select your MiniDisc or CD recorder as the input
source, press:
B Number buttons
These buttons are used to enter track numbers and
to enter times for locating specific points in time.
The [+10] button is used to enter numbers above 10.
MD or CD recorder
RECEIVER
7
TAPE
C Playback buttons
From left to right: Pause, Play, Stop, Fast Reverse,
Fast Forward, Previous and Next.
* You must change the Input Display (see page 37).
D DISPLAY button
This button is used to display information about the
current disc or track on the MD/CD recorder’s dis-
play, including the elapsed time, remaining time,
total time, and so on.
To set the remote controller to MD or CDR mode,
press the [MD] or [CDR] REMOTE MODE button.
E CLR button
This button is used to cancel functions and to clear
entered numbers.
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
DVD
1
2
TAPE
F RANDOM button
INPUT SELECTOR
CD
This button is used with the random playback func-
tion.
1
2
3
MD
V1
V2
V3
MD
4
5
6
G REPEAT button
MULTI CH
DVD
This button is used to set the repeat playback func-
tions.
CDR
HDD
CDR
7
8
9
TAPE
TUNER
CD
+
10
CLR
0
H PLAY MODE button
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
5
This button is used to select play modes on a com-
ponent with selectable play modes.
CH
DISC
VOL
ALBUM
✽
PREVIOUS
MENU
GUIDE
TOP MENU
✽
The VOL [ ]/[ ] and LISTENING MODE but-
tons work the same as for RECEIVER mode.
SP A/B
MUTING
ENTER
PLAYLIST
PLAYLIST
SETUP
RETURN
3
LISTENING MODE
✽
STEREO
SURROUND
6
7
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
-
+
LEVEL
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
CH SEL
LEVEL
PLAY MODE
L NIGHT
CINE FLTR
4
8
-
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Remote Controller—Continued
A ON/STANDBY button
HDD Mode
This button sets the iPod to On or Standby.
HDD mode is for controlling an Apple iPod in the DS-
B ALBUM +/– button
A1XP RI Dock that’s connected via
.
This button selects the next or previous album on an
iPod.
To select the DS-A1XP RI Dock that’s connected
C PLAYLIST [ ]/[ ] buttons
These buttons select the previous or next playlist on
the iPod.
via
as the input source, press:
or
RECEIVER
7
3
D Playback buttons
V3
TAPE
From left to right: Pause, Play, Stop, Fast Reverse,
Fast Forward, Previous and Next.
* You must change the Input Display (see page 37).
See page 34 for more information.
E DISPLAY button
This button turns on the iPod’s display for 30 sec-
onds.
To set the remote controller to HDD mode, press the
[HDD] REMOTE MODE button.
F MENU, ENTER, and Up and Down [ ]/[
buttons
]
MENU button: Displays the iPod’s menu.
[
]/[ ] buttons: Select options on the iPod’s
ON/STANDBY
menu.
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
DVD
1
ENTER button: Confirms the selection on the
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
iPod’s menu.
CD
1
2
3
G RANDOM button
V1
V2
V3
MD
This button is used with the random playback func-
tion.
4
5
6
MULTI CH
DVD
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
H REPEAT button
TAPE
TUNER
CD
This button is used to set the repeat playback func-
tions.
+
10
CLR
0
HDD
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
CH
DISC
VOL
ALBUM
2
3
PREVIOUS
MENU
GUIDE
TOP MENU
6
SP A/B
MUTING
ENTER
PLAYLIST
PLAYLIST
SETUP
RETURN
4
5
LISTENING MODE
STEREO
SURROUND
7
8
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
-
+
LEVEL
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
CH SEL
LEVEL
PLAY MODE
L NIGHT
CINE FLTR
-
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Remote Controller—Continued
A Play [ ] button
TAPE Mode
This button is used to start playback.
B Stop [ ] button
To select your Cassette deck as the input source,
press:
This button is used to stop playback.
C Reverse Play [ ] button
RECEIVER
This button is used to start reverse playback.
7
TAPE
D Rewind & FF [ ]/[ ] buttons
The Rewind [ ] button is used to start rewind. The
FF [ ] button is used to start fast forward.
TAPE mode is used to control an Onkyo cassette
recorder connected to the AV receiver via
.
To set the remote controller to TAPE mode, press the
[RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button.
For twin cassette decks, only deck B can be controlled.
RECEIVER
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
TAPE
RECEIVER
DVD
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
CD
1
2
3
V1
V2
V3
MD
4
5
6
MULTI CH
DVD
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
TAPE
TUNER
CD
+
10
CLR
0
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
CH
DISC
VOL
ALBUM
GUIDE
TOP MENU
PREVIOUS
MENU
SP A/B
MUTING
ENTER
PLAYLIST
PLAYLIST
SETUP
RETURN
A
B
C
D
LISTENING MODE
STEREO
SURROUND
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
-
+
LEVEL
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
CH SEL
LEVEL
PLAY MODE
L NIGHT
CINE FLTR
-
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Before Using the AV receiver
Installing the Batteries
Using the Remote Controller
To use the remote controller, point it at the AV receiver’s
remote control sensor, as shown below.
To open the battery compartment, press
the small hollow and slide open the cover.
1
Remote control sensor
AV receiver
STANDBY indicator
Approx. 16 ft.
(5 m)
Insert the two supplied batteries (AA/R6)
in accordance with the polarity diagram
inside the battery compartment.
2
Notes:
• The remote controller may not work reliably if the AV
receiver is subjected to bright light, such as direct sun-
light or inverter-type fluorescent lights. Keep this in
mind when installing.
• If another remote controller of the same type is used in
the same room, or the AV receiver is installed close to
equipment that uses infrared rays, the remote control-
ler may not work reliably.
• Don’t put anything, such as a book, on the remote con-
troller, because the buttons may be pressed inadvert-
ently, thereby draining the batteries.
Slide the cover shut.
3
• The remote controller may not work reliably if the AV
receiver is installed in a rack behind colored glass
doors. Keep this in mind when installing.
• The remote controller will not work if there’s an obsta-
cle between it and the AV receiver’s remote control
sensor.
Notes:
• If the remote controller doesn’t work reliably, try
replacing the batteries.
• Don’t mix new and old batteries or different types of
batteries.
• If you intend not to use the remote controller for a long
time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from
leakage or corrosion.
• Expired batteries should be removed as soon as possi-
ble to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion.
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Enjoying Home Theater
Speaker Sets A and B
You can use two sets of speakers with the AV receiver: speaker set A and speaker set B.
Speaker set A should be used in your main listening room for up to 5.1-channel playback.
*While speaker set B is on, speaker set A is reduced to 2.1-channel playback.
Speaker set B can be used in another room and offers 2-channel stereo playback.
Speaker set A
Speaker set B
Indicator
Output
AV receiver
Remote
controller
Set A: 2.1 channels
Set B: 2 channels
On
A
SPEAKERS
B
A
A
B
B
On
or
Off
On
Off
Set A: 5.1 channels
Set B: 2 channels
No sound
SP A/B
Off
Speaker Set A: Main Room
Center speaker (SKC-360C)
Front left and right speakers
(SKF-360F L/R)
This speaker enhances the front left and right speakers,
making sound movements distinct and providing a full
sound image. For movies it’s used mainly for dialog.
Position it close to your TV facing forward at about ear
level, or at the same height as the front left and right
speakers.
These output the overall sound. Their
role in a home theater is to provide a
solid anchor for the sound image.They
should be positioned facing the listener
at about ear level, and equally spaced
from the TV. Angle them inward.
*
While speaker set B is on, this speaker outputs no
sound.
Subwoofer (SKW-460)
The subwoofer handles the bass sounds
of the LFE (Low-Frequency Effects)
channel. In general, a good bass sound
can be obtained by installing the sub-
woofer in a front corner, or at one-third
the way along the wall, as shown.
Corner
position
1/3 of wall
position
Surround left and right speakers (SKM-460S L/R)
These speakers are used for precise sound position-
ing and to add realistic ambience. Position them at the
sides of the listener, or slightly behind, about 2–3 feet
(60–100 cm) above ear level. Ideally they should be
equally spaced from the listener.
Speaker Set B: Sub Room
*
While speaker set B is on, these speakers output no
sound.
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ConnectingYour Speakers
Speaker Configuration
Speaker Connection Precautions
For the best surround-sound experience, you should con-
nect five speakers and a powered subwoofer.
The following table shows which channels you should
use based on the number of speakers that you have.
Read the following before connecting your speakers:
• You can connect speakers with an impedance of
6 ohms or higher. If you use speakers with a lower
impedance, and use the amplifier at high volume lev-
els for a long period of time, the built-in protection
circuit may be activated.
Number of speakers:
Front left
2
3
4
5
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
✓
• Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before
making any connections.
Front right
• Read the instructions supplied with your speakers.
Center
• Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other
words, connect positive (+) terminals to only positive
(+) terminals, and negative (–) terminals to only nega-
tive (–) terminals. If you get them the wrong way
around, the sound will be out of phase and will sound
unnatural.
Surround left
Surround right
✓
✓
No matter how many speakers you use, a powered sub-
woofer is recommended for a really powerful and solid
bass.
• Unnecessarily long, or very thin speaker cables may
affect the sound quality and should be avoided.
Before using the AV receiver, you must specify which
To get the very best from your surround-sound system,
and each individual speaker so that the sound from each
speaker arrives at the listener’s ears at the same time (see
page 56). In addition, you should set the level of each
individual speaker to achieve an equal balance (see
page 56.)
• Be careful not to short the
positive and negative wires.
Doing so may damage the AV
receiver.
• Don’t connect more than one
cable to each speaker termi-
nal. Doing so may damage the
AV receiver.
• Don’t connect one speaker to several terminals.
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ConnectingYour Speakers—Continued
Connecting Speaker
Connecting a Powered Subwoofer
Using a suitable cable, connect the AV receiver’s SUB-
WOOFER PRE OUT to an input on your powered sub-
woofer, as shown.
Strip 3/8" (10 mm) of insu-
3/8" (10 mm)
1
lation from the ends of the
speaker cables, and twist
the bare wires tightly, as
shown.
Powered
subwoofer
While pressing the lever, insert
2
the wire into the hole, and then
release the lever.
LINE INPUT
Make sure that the terminals are
gripping the bare wires, not the
insulation.
LINE INPUT
Note:
Make sure the cable is plugged all the way.
The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals.
Speaker Set A
Center speaker
Front right
speaker
Front left
speaker
Surround
right
speaker
Surround
left
speaker
Front right
speaker
Front left
speaker
Speaker Set B
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ConnectingYour Speakers—Continued
Wall Mounting
Using Speaker Mounts/Brackets
The speakers can easily be wall mounted by using the
keyhole slots. To prevent the speaker from vibrating
against the wall, attach two of the supplied thick rubber
stoppers to the rear of each speaker.
Threaded inserts for machine screws are provided on the
rear of each speaker for wall-mounting with commer-
cially available speaker mounts or brackets. North
American models require 1/4-inch screws. Other models
require M5 (5 mm) screws. Refer to the manual supplied
with your mounts or brackets for installation details.
To mount the front or surround speakers vertically, use
the keyhole slot shown to hang each speaker on a screw
that’s securely screwed into the wall.
Threaded insert
Front speaker (SKF-360F)
Surround speaker (SKM-360S)
Keyhole slot for
wall mounting
Note:
The portion of the screw that goes into the speaker’s
threaded insert should be between 1/4" – 5/16" (5 mm –
8 mm) long.
Thick
rubber
Mount or bracket
stoppers
(North American model)
1/4"
To mount the center speaker horizontally, use the two
keyhole slots shown to hang each speaker on two screws
that are securely screwed into the wall.
(Other models)
5 mm
1/4" – 5/16"
(5 mm) – (8 mm)
Center speaker (SKC-360C)
Keyhole slots for wall mounting
Using the Rubber Stoppers for a
More Stable Platform
We recommend using the provided rubber stoppers to
achieve the best possible sound from your speakers. The
rubber stoppers prevent the speakers from moving, pro-
viding a more stable platform. Use thick stoppers for the
center speaker, and thin stoppers for the other speakers.
Thick
rubber
8-9/16" (217 mm)
stoppers
Caution:
Thin rubber
stoppers
A mounting screw’s ability to support a speaker depends
on how well it’s anchored to the wall. If you have hollow
walls, screw each mounting screw into a stud. If there are
no studs, or the walls are solid, use suitable wall anchors.
Use screws with a head diameter of 5/16" (9 mm) or less
and a shank diameter of 1/8" (4 mm) or less. With hollow
walls, use a cable/pipe detector to check for any power
cables or water pipes before making any holes.
Leave a gap of between
Bottom of the
SKF-360F/
SKM-360S
Wall
3/16" (5 mm) and 7/16"
Thick rubber stoppers
2-3/16"
(10 mm)betweenthewall
and the base of the screw
head, as shown.
(We recommend that you
consult a home installa-
Bottom of the
SKC-360C
(55 mm)
3/16" – 7/16"
tion professional.)
(5 mm) – (10 mm)
1/2" (12 mm)
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Connecting Antenna
This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor
FM antenna and AM loop antenna, and how to connect
commercially available outdoor FM and AM antennas.
The AV receiver won’t pick up any radio signals without
any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna
to use the tuner.
Connecting the AM Loop Antenna
The supplied indoor AM loop antenna is for indoor use
only.
Assemble the AM loop antenna, inserting
the tabs into the base, as shown.
1
AM antenna push terminals
FM antenna jack
Connect both wires of the AM loop
antenna to the AM push terminals, as
shown.
2
Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna
(The antenna’s wires are not polarity sensitive, so
they can be connected either way around).
Make sure that the wires are attached securely and
that the push terminals are gripping the bare
wires, not the insulation.
The supplied indoor FM antenna is for indoor use only.
Attach the FM antenna, as shown.
1
■ American Model
Push
Insert wire
Release
Insert the plug fully into the jack.
Once your AV receiver is ready for use, you’ll
need to tune into an AM radio station and adjust
the position of theAM antenna to achieve the best
possible reception.
■ Other Models
Keep the antenna as far away as possible from
cords.
Insert the plug fully
into the jack.
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor AM loop antenna, try using it with a commer-
cially available outdoor AM antenna (see page 25).
Once your AV receiver is ready for use, you’ll
need to tune into an FM radio station and adjust
the position of the FM antenna to achieve the best
possible reception.
Fully extend the antenna and point it in
2
various directions to find the best recep-
tacks or something similar.
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available out-
door FM antenna instead (see page 25).
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Connecting Antenna—Continued
Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna
Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available out-
door FM antenna instead.
If good reception cannot be achieved using the supplied
AM loop antenna, an outdoorAM antenna can be used in
addition to the loop antenna, as shown.
Outdoor antenna
Insulated antenna cable
AM loop antenna
Notes:
• Outdoor FM antennas work best outside, but usable
results can sometimes be obtained when installed in an
attic or loft.
Outdoor AM antennas work best when installed outside
horizontally, but good results can sometimes be obtained
indoors by mounting horizontally above a window. Note
that the AM loop antenna should be left connected.
Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance with
local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards.
• For best results, install the outdoor FM antenna well
away from tall buildings, preferably with a clear line
of sight to your local FM transmitter.
• Outdoor antenna should be located away from possi-
ble noise sources, such as neon signs, busy roads, etc.
• For safety reasons, outdoor antenna should be situated
well away from power lines and other high-voltage
equipment.
• Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance
with local regulations to prevent electrical shock haz-
ards.
■ Using a TV/FM Antenna Splitter
It’s best not to use the same antenna for both FM and TV
reception, as this can cause interference problems. If cir-
cumstances demand it, use a TV/FM antenna splitter, as
shown.
TV/FM antenna splitter
To AV receiver
To TV (or VCR)
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ConnectingYour Components
AV Connection Color Coding
About AV Connections
RCA-type AV connections are usually color coded: red,
white, and yellow. Use red plugs to connect right-chan-
nel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled “R”). Use
white plugs to connect left-channel audio inputs and out-
puts (typically labeled “L”). And use yellow plugs to
connect composite video inputs and outputs.
• Before making any AV connections, read the manuals
supplied with your other AV components.
• Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed
and double-checked all AV connections.
Optical Digital Jacks
Analog audio
The AV receiver’s optical digital jack has shutter-type
cover that open when an optical plug is inserted and
close when it’s removed. Push plugs in all the way.
Left (white)
Right (red)
(Yellow)
Left (white)
Right (red)
(Yellow)
Composite video
Caution: To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical
plug straight when inserting and removing.
• Push plugs in all the way to make
good connections (loose connec-
tions can cause noise or malfunc-
tions).
Right!
• To prevent interference, keep
audio and video cables away from
power cords and speaker cables.
Wrong!
AV Cables & Jacks
Video
Cable
Jack
Description
Y
P
P
Y
Component video separates the luminance (Y) and
color difference signals (PR, PB), providing the best
picture quality. (Some TV manufacturers label their
component video jacks slightly differently.)
Y
Component
video cable
B
R
P
B
R
PB
P
PR
Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs,
and other video equipment. Use only dedicated
composite video cables.
Composite
video cable
VIDEO
Audio
Cable
Jack
Description
Offers the best sound quality and allows you to
enjoy surround sound (e.g., Dolby Digital, DTS).
The audio quality is the same as for coaxial.
OPTICAL
Optical digital
audio cable
Offers the best sound quality and allows you to
enjoy surround sound (e.g., Dolby Digital, DTS).
The audio quality is the same as for optical.
Coaxial digital
audio cable
COAXIAL
This cable carries analog audio. It’s the most com-
mon connection format for analog audio and can be
found on virtually all AV components.
L
Analog audio
cable (RCA)
R
This cable carries multichannel analog audio and is
typically used to connect DVD players with a 5.1-
channel analog audio output. Several standard ana-
log audio cables can be used instead of a multichan-
nel cable.
Multichannel
analog audio
cable (RCA)
Note: The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs.
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ConnectingYour Components—Continued
Connecting Both Audio & Video
By connecting both the audio and video outputs of your DVD player and other AV components to the AV receiver, you
can select both the audio and video simultaneously simply by selecting the appropriate input source on the AV receiver.
: Signal Flow
Video
Video
Audio
Audio
TV, projector,
etc.
Speakers (see pages 21, 22 for connection
information)
DVD player, etc.
Which Connections Should I Use?
The AV receiver supports several connection formats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment. The format
you choose will depend on the formats supported by your other components. Use the following sections as a guide.
For video components, such as a DVD player, you must make two connections—one for audio, one for video.
Video Connection Formats
Audio Connection Formats
Video equipment can be connected to the AV receiver
using one of the following video connection formats:
composite video, or component video, the latter offering
the best picture quality.
When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that
the AV receiver doesn’t convert between formats, so only
outputs of the same format as the input will output the
signal.
For example, if you connect your DVD player to the
COMPONENT VIDEO DVD IN, a video signal will be
output by the COMPONENT OUT, but not by any com-
posite video outputs.
Audio equipment can be connected to the AV receiver
using the following audio connection formats: analog,
optical, coaxial, and multichannel.
When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that
the AV receiver doesn’t convert between formats.
For example, audio signals connected to an OPTICAL or
COAXIAL digital input are not output by the analog
TAPE OUT, so if you want to record from, for example,
your CD player, in addition to connecting it to a digital
input, you must also connect it to the analog CD IN.
Audio Input/Output Diagram for Recording
CD player,
etc.
Video Input/Output Diagram
Optical
Optical
Analog
Analog
Multi-
channel
Coaxial
Coaxial
DVD player,
etc.
Output
IN
Composite
Composite
Component
Component
Output
IN
Multi-
channel
AV Receiver
AV Receiver
OUT
Input
Analog
OUT
Cassette
recorder, etc.
Input
Composite
Component
TV,
projector,
etc.
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ConnectingYour Components—Continued
Connecting a DVD Player
Step 1:Video Connection (DVD Player to AV Receiver to TV)
If your TV has component video input jacks, connect your DVD player to the AV receiver’s COMPONENT
VIDEO DVD IN jacks. And connect the AV receiver’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks to your TV. This will
A
provide better picture quality than connection
.
B
If your TV doesn’t have component video input jacks, connect your DVD player to the AV receiver’s DVD IN
VIDEO jack. And connect the AV receiver’s MONITOR OUT VIDEO jack to your TV.
B
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
Y
PB
PR
TV, projector,
etc.
A
B
AV receiver
A
B
: Signal Flow
Y
PB
PR
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
DVD player
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ConnectingYour Components—Continued
Step 2: Audio Connection
If your DVD player has a coaxial digital audio output jack, connect it to the AV receiver’s DIGITAL IN COAX-
IAL jack. You can enjoy Dolby and DTS listening modes with this connection.
If your DVD player has an optical digital audio output jack instead of coaxial one, connect it to the AV receiver’s
DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1 or 2 jack, and set the DIGITAL INPUT assignment to OPT1 or OPT 2 (see page 37).
Coaxial connections perform the same as optical ones.
a
b
Optionally, connecting your DVD player’s audio out L/R jacks to the AV receiver’s DVD IN FRONT L/R jacks
will allow you to record audio from your DVD player.
c
Note: If your DVD player has main L/R output jacks and multichannel L/R output jacks, use the main L/R output
jacks.
—Multichannel Audio Connection—
If your DVD player has analog multichannel output jacks, connect them to the AV receiver’s DVD IN FRONT,
SURROUND, CENTER, and SUBWOOFER jacks. Use a multichannel analog cable or several normal audio
cables. You can enjoy DVD-Audio or SACD with this connection.
d
AV receiver
a
b
c
d
d
d
d
L
R
L
R
L
R
OPTICAL
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
FRONT
SURROUND
SUB
WOOFER
CENTER
Multichannel Connection
DVD player
: Signal Flow
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ConnectingYour Components—Continued
Connecting a VCR
Connecting a VCR for Playback
Step 1:Video Connection (VCR to AV Receiver to TV)
Connect your VCR’s video output jack to the AV receiver’s VIDEO 1 IN jack and connect the AV receiver’s
MONITOR OUT jack to your TV’s video input jack.
A
If your VCR and TV have component video jacks, connect the VCR’s component video output jacks to the AV
receiver’s COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO 1 IN jacks, and connect the AV receiver’s COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT jacks to your TV’s component video in jacks. This offers better picture quality than composite video.
Connect a TV antenna output jack (e.g., RF OUT) to yourVCR’s antenna input, and connect yourVCR’s antenna
output jack to your TV’s antenna input jack.
B
C
Step 2: Audio Connection
Connect your VCR’s audio output jacks to the AV receiver’s VIDEO 1 IN L/R jacks.
a
Antenna input
(e.g., RF IN)
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
Y
PB
PR
TV, projector,
etc.
C
A
B
Coaxial feed
AV receiver
Coaxial feed from TV
antenna or set-top box
a
C
B
A
Antenna input
(e.g., RF IN)
Antenna output
(e.g., RF OUT)
L
R
Y
PB
PR
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
VCR, DVD recorder
: Signal Flow
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ConnectingYour Components—Continued
Connecting a VCR for Recording
Step 1:Video Connection
Connect the AV receiver’s VIDEO 1 OUT jack to your VCR’s video input jack.
A
Step 2: Audio Connection
Connect the AV receiver’s VIDEO 1 OUT L/R jacks to your VCR’s audio input jacks.
a
AV receiver
: Signal Flow
VIDEO
IN
A
a
L
AUDIO
IN
VCR, DVD recorder
R
Connecting a Camcorder, Games Console, or Other Device
Step 1:Video Connection
Connect your camcorder’s video output jack to the AV receiver’s VIDEO 3 IN jack.
A
Step 2: Audio Connection
Connect your camcorder’s audio output jack to the AV receiver’s VIDEO 3 IN L/R jacks.
a
AV receiver
VIDEO
IN
TV, projector,
etc.
L
AUDIO
OUT
a
R
VIDEO
OUT
Camcorder, games
console, etc.
A
: Signal Flow
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ConnectingYour Components—Continued
Connecting a Satellite, Cable, Set-top Box, or Other Video Source
Step 1:Video Connection
Connect your set-top box’s video output jack to the AV receiver’sVIDEO 2 IN jack and connect the AV receiver’s
MONITOR OUT jack to your TV’s video input jack.
A
If your VCR and TV have component video jacks, connect your set-top box’s component video output to the AV
receiver’s COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO 2 IN jacks, and connect the AV receiver’s COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT jacks to your TV’s component video in jacks. This offers better picture quality than composite video.
Connect a coaxial feed from a TV antenna to your set-top box’s antenna input jack (e.g., RF IN), and connect
your set-top box’s antenna output jack (e.g., RF OUT) to your TV’s antenna input jack.
B
C
Step 2: Audio Connection
Connect your set-top box’s audio output jack to the AV receiver’s VIDEO 2 IN L/R jacks.
If your set-top box has an optical digital audio output jack, connect it to the AV receiver’s DIGITAL IN OPTI-
CAL 1 jack. You can enjoy Dolby and DTS listening modes with this connection.
a
b
If your set-top box has a coaxial digital audio output jack instead of an optical one, connect it to the AV receiver’s
DIGITAL IN COAXIAL jack, and set the DIGITAL INPUT assignment to COAX (see page 37). Coaxial con-
nections perform the same as optical ones.
c
Antenna input
(e.g., RF IN)
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
TV, projector,
etc.
Y
PB
PR
: Signal Flow
A
C
B
Coaxial feed
AV receiver
Coaxial feed from TV antenna
C
c
b
a
B
A
Antenna input
(e.g., RF IN)
Antenna output
(e.g., RF OUT)
L
R
OPTICAL
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
Y
PB
PR
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Satellite, cable, set-top
box, etc.
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ConnectingYour Components—Continued
Connecting a CD Player or Turntable
■ CD Player or Turntable with Built-in Phono Preamp
Connect your CD player’s analog audio output jacks, or your turntable with built-in phono preamp’s audio output
a
jacks to the AV receiver’s CD IN L/R jacks. With connection , you can listen to and record audio from the CD
a
player or turntable.
If your CD player has an optical output jack, connect it to the AV receivers DIGITAL IN OPT 2 jack.
If your CD player has a coaxial output jack instead of an optical one, connect it to the AV receiver’s DIGITAL
IN COAXIAL jack, and set the DIGITAL INPUT assignment to COAX (see page 37). Coaxial connections
perform the same as optical ones.
b
c
AV receiver
: Signal Flow
Connect one or the other
b
OPTICAL
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
CD player
or
c
a
L
AUDIO
OUT
R
Turntable (MM) with
built-in phono preamp
■ Turntable (MM) with no Phono Preamp Built-in
A phono preamp is necessary to connect a turntable that
doesn’t have a phono preamp built-in.
■ Turntable with an MC (Moving Coil) Cartridge
An MC head amp and phono preamp are necessary to
connect a turntable with an MC (Moving Coil) cartridge.
AV receiver
AV receiver
AUDIO
AUDIO
AUDIO
INPUT
AUDIO
OUTPUT
OUTPUT
IN
IN
OUTPUT
Phono preamp
L
L
L
L
L
L
R
R
R
R
R
R
CD
Phono
preamp
CD
AUDIO
AUDIO
INPUT
MC head amp or
MC transformer
OUTPUT
L
L
R
R
AUDIO
OUTPUT
AUDIO
INPUT
L
L
R
R
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ConnectingYour Components—Continued
Connecting the DS-A1XP RI Dock for the iPod (Audio Only)
1. Using the AV cable supplied with the DS-A1XP RI
AV receiver
Dock, connect the RI Dock’s AUDIO OUT L/R
jacks to the AV receiver’s VIDEO 3 IN L/R jack or
TAPE IN L/R jacks.
2. Using the supplied
cable, connect the RI Dock’s
jack on the AV receiver.
Connect one
or the other
jack to an
3. Connect the supplied AC adapter to the RI Dock’s
DC IN jack.
IN
IN
L
Notes:
R
• Set the RI Dock’s RI MODE switch to
HDD/DOCK.
TAPE VIDEO 3
• Set the AV receiver’s Input Display to HDD (see
page 37).
REMOTE
CONTROL
Supplied audio
• See “DS-A1XP RI Dock for the iPod” on page 44
for more information.
connection cable
Supplied
cable
• When the AC adapter is unplugged or not con-
nected to the RI Dock, the RI Dock will output no
AC adapter
sound,
functions will not work, and your iPod’s
battery will not be charged.
Wall outlet
• Connect the supplied
cable to only
jacks.
Do not connect headphones to the
will damage your equipment.
jack, as it
Connecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder
Connect your recorder’s audio input jacks to the AV receiver’s TAPE OUT L/R jacks, and connect your
a
recorder’s audio output jacks to the AV receiver’s TAPE IN L/R jacks. With connection , you can play and
a
record with the recorder.
If your recorder has a coaxial digital output jack, connect it to the AV receiver’s DIGITAL IN COAXIAL jack,
and set the DIGITAL INPUT assignment to COAX (see page 37).
If your recorder has an optical output jack instead of a coaxial one, connect it to the AV receiver’s DIGITAL IN
OPT 1 or OPT 2 jack and set the DIGITAL INPUT assignment to OPT1 or OPT2 (see page 37).
b
c
AV receiver
Connect one or the other
OPTICAL
OUT
: Signal Flow
c
COAXIAL
OUT
b
L
OUT
PLAY
a
a
R
Cassette recorder,
CDR, etc.
L
IN
RED
R
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ConnectingYour Components—Continued
Connecting Onkyo
Components
Step 1: Make sure that each Onkyo component is connected to the AV receiver with an analog audio cable.
Step 2: Make the connection.
Step 3: If you’re using an MD, CDR, or HDD component, change the input Display (see page 37).
With (Remote Interactive), you can use the following special functions:
■ Auto Power On/Standby
When you start playback on a component connected via
turn on and select that component as the input source. Similarly, when the AV receiver is set to Standby, all compo-
, if the AV receiver is on Standby, it will automatically
nents connected via
will also go on Standby.
■ Direct Change
When playback is started on a component connected via
, the AV receiver automatically selects that component
as the input source. If your DVD player is connected to the AV receiver’s multichannel DVD input, you’ll need to
press the [MULTI CH] button to hear all channels (see page 41), as the Direct Change
FRONT DVD IN jacks.
function only selects the
■ Remote Control
You can use the AV receiver’s remote controller to control your other
-capable Onkyo components, pointing the
remote controller at the AV receiver’s remote control sensor instead of the component.
Notes:
• Use only
IN
cables for
connections.
L
cables are supplied with Onkyo players (DVD,
CD, etc.).
R
CD
• Some components have two
jacks. You can
FRONT
connect either one to the AV receiver. The other
REMOTE
CONTROL
L
jack is for connecting additional
components.
-capable
R
DVD
• Connect only Onkyo components to
jacks.
Connecting other manufacturer’s components
may cause a malfunction.
e.g., CD player
e.g., DVD player
R
L
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
• Some components may not support all
tions. Refer to the manuals supplied with your
other Onkyo components.
func-
R
L
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
Connecting the Power Cord
Notes:
• Before connecting the power cord, connect all of your speakers and AV components.
• Connect the AV receiver’s power cord to a suitable wall outlet.
• Turning on the AV receiver may cause a momentary power surge that might interfere with other electrical
equipment on the same circuit. If this is a problem, plug the AV receiver into a different branch circuit.
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Turning On
RECEIVER
STANDBY/ON
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
STANDBY indicator
RECEIVER
DVD
ON/STANDBY
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
CD
TUNING
/
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
1
2
3
STANDBY/ON
V
1
V
2
V3
ENTER
MD
4
5
6
STANDBY
MULTI CH
DVD
RETURN
SETUP
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
TONE
+
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
TAPE
TUNER
CD
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
+
10
0
CLR
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
H
VOL
Turning On the AV Receiver
Press the [STANDBY/ON] button.
Alternatively, press the remote controller’s [RECEIVER] button followed
by the [ON/STANDBY] button.
1
Remote
controller
AV receiver
STANDBY/ON
RECEIVER
The AV receiver comes on, the display lights up, and the STANDBY indicator goes off.
or
ON/STANDBY
To turn the AV receiver off, press the [STANDBY/ON] button, or the remote control-
ler’s [ON/STANDBY] button. The AV receiver will enter Standby mode. To prevent
any loud surprises the next time you turn on the AV receiver, always turn down the
volume before turning it off.
To ensure smooth operation, here’s a few easy steps to help you configure the AV receiver before you use it for the
very first time. These settings only need to be made once.
■ Have you connected a component to a digital audio input?
If you have, see “Assigning Digital Inputs to Input Sources” on
page 37.
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
OUT
IN
or RI Dock?
If you have, see “Changing the Input Display” on page 37.
TAPE
CD recorder, MD recorder
■ Do the speaker configuration—this is essential!
See “Speaker Configuration” on page 38.
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First Time Setup
Assigning Digital Inputs to Input
Sources
Changing the Input Display
If you connect an
-capable Onkyo MiniDisc
recorder, CD recorder, or DS-A1XP RI Dock to the
2, 3
TAPE IN/OUT or VIDEO 3 IN jacks, for
properly, you must change this setting.
to work
TUNING
/
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
This setting can only be changed on the AV receiver.
ENTER
STANDBY
TUNING
/
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
RETURN
SETUP
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
+
TONE
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
STANDBY/ON
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
ENTER
STANDBY
RETURN
SETUP
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
+
TONE
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
1
To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, you must connect your
DVD player to the AV receiver by using a digital audio
connection (coaxial or optical).
1, 2 1, 2
Here are the default assignments.
Press the [TAPE] or [VIDEO 3]
input selector button so that
“TAPE” or “VIDEO3” appears on
the display.
1
2
TAPE
Input selector
Default assignment
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
COAX
- - - -
OPT 1
- - - -
or
VIDEO 3
- - - -
CD
OPT 2
With this function, you can assign digital inputs to input
sources. For example, if you connect your DVD player
to DIGITAL IN OPTICAL, you’ll need to assign that
input (OPT1) to the DVD input source.
Press and hold down the [TAPE]
or [VIDEO 3] input selector but-
ton (about 3 seconds) to change
the setting.
Repeat this step to select MD, CDR, or
HDD.
TAPE
You can change the assignments as follows.
Note:
Make sure you also set your digital sources to send out a
digital signals. Please refer to the digital sources’ man-
ual.
or
VIDEO 3
For the TAPE input selector, the setting
changes in this order:
Press the input selector button
for the source that you want to
TAPE → MD → CDR → HDD
1
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
assign.
For the VIDEO 3 input selector, the set-
ting changes in this order:
(Digital inputs cannot be assigned to
the TUNER input source.)
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
VIDEO 3 → HDD
CD
Note:
HDD can be selected for the TAPE input selector or
VIDEO 3 input selector, but not both at the same time.
Press the [DIGITAL INPUT]
button.
The current assignment appears.
2
3
DIGITAL INPUT
Press the [DIGITAL INPUT] but-
ton repeatedly to select COAX,
OPT1, OPT2, or“– – – –”(analog).
DIGITAL INPUT
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First Time Setup—Continued
Speaker Configuration
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
This section explains how to specify your speaker con-
figuration.
RECEIVER
DVD
1
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
CD
1
2
3
For speakers with a cone diameter
specify Large (full band). For those
with a smaller diameter, specify
Small (default crossover 100 Hz).
V
1
V
2
V3
MD
4
5
6
MULTI CH
DVD
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
TAPE
TUNER
CD
+
10
0
CLR
The crossover frequency can be
changed on page 55.
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
Cone diameter
CH
DISC
VOL
ALBUM
Press the [RECEIVER] button fol-
lowed by the [SETUP] button.
1
PREVIOUS
MENU
GUIDE
TOP MENU
RECEIVER
SP A/B
MUTING
ENTER
2–8
PLAYLIST
PLAYLIST
SETUP
RETURN
1, 9
SETUP
RETURN
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[
]
2
buttons to select “1. SP Config,”
and then press the [ENTER] but-
ton.
LISTENING MODE
STEREO
SURROUND
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
-
+
LEVEL
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
CH SEL
LEVEL
PLAY MODE
L
NIGHT
CINE FLTR
ENTER
-
RC 645S
While the Subwoofer setting is
selected, use the Left and Right
3
4
[
]/[ ] buttons to select Yes or
No.
Yes: Select if a subwoofer is con-
nected.
Speaker Configuration setting only need to be
changed if you’re not using the speakers in
this package.
These settings cannot be changed while head-
phones are connected, speaker set B is on, or
the multichannel DVD input is being used.
No: Select if no subwoofer is con-
nected.
Use the Down [ ] button to
select “Front,” and then use the
Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to
select Small or Large.
Small: Select if the front speakers are
small.
Large: Select if the front speakers are
large.
Note:
• If the Subwoofer setting in step 3 is
set to No, this setting is fixed at Large
and does not appear.
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First Time Setup—Continued
Use the Down [ ] button to
5
Testing the speakers
select “Center,” and then use the
Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to
select Small, Large, or None.
Small: Select if the center speaker is
small.
To test that all of the speakers are working properly,
press the remote controller’s [TEST TONE] but-
ton.
LISTENING MODE
STEREO
SURROUND
Large: Select if the center speaker is
large.
None: Select if no center speaker is
connected.
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
-
+
LEVEL
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
CH SEL
LEVEL
TEST TONE
PLAY MODE
L
NIGHT
CINE FLTR
Note:
-
RC 645S
• If the Front setting in step 4 is set to
Small, the Large option cannot be
selected.
Use the Down [ ] button to
6
The test tone will be output by each speaker in turn
and the name of each speaker will appear on the dis-
play. To turn off the test tone, press the [TEST
TONE] button again.
• If the test tone is not produced by a speaker, or it’s
produced by a speaker other than that shown on
the display, you may have wired the speakers
tions (see pages 21, 22).
• If the test tone is not produced by a speaker and its
name does not appear on the display, you may
have set the speaker settings incorrectly (see
page 38).
select “Surround,” and then use
the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] but-
tons to select Small, Large, or
None.
Small: Select if the surround speak-
ers are small.
Large: Select if the surround speak-
ers are large.
None: Select if no surround speakers
are connected.
Note:
• If the Front setting in step 4 is set to
Small, the Large option cannot be
selected.
Press the [SETUP] button.
Setup closes.
7
When you want to go back up one
menu level to “SP Config,” press the
SETUP
[RETURN] button.
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PlayingYour AV Components
Basic AV Receiver Operation
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
1
4
INPUT SELECTOR
CD
1
2
3
4
2
DISPLAY
1
2
V1
V2
V3
Subwoofer’s
rear panel
MD
4
5
6
MULTI CH
DVD
TUNING
/
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
STANDBY/ON
TAPE
TUNER
CD
ENTER
STANDBY
+
10
0
CLR
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
RETURN
SETUP
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
+
TONE
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE
4
CLEAR
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
CH
DISC
VOL
ALBUM
MAX
OUTPUT LEVEL
MIN
PREVIOUS
MENU
GUIDE
TOP MENU
SP A/B
MUTING
MULTI CH
1
ER
Remote
controller
Use the AV receiver’s input selector buttons to select the input source.
1
AV receiver
RECEIVER
To select the input source with the remote controller, press the
[RECEIVER] button, and then use the INPUT SELECTOR buttons.
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
On the remote controller, the [V1], [V2], and [V3] buttons select the VIDEO 1/VCR,
VIDEO 2, and VIDEO 3 input sources respectively.
V
1
V
2
V3
CD
DVD
CD
TAPE
TUNER
Use the SPEAKERS [A] and [B] buttons on the AV receiver or the [SP A/B]
button on the remote controller to select the speaker set that you want to
use.
2
Remote
controller
AV receiver
A
SPEAKERS
B
Pressing the remote controller’s [SPA/B] button cycles through the following settings:
Speaker Set A → Speaker Set A&B → Speaker Set B → Off.
TheA and B speaker indicators show whether each
SP A/B
speaker set is on or off.
Indicators
Note that when speaker set B is turned on, speaker
set A is reduced to 2.1-channel playback.
Start playback on the source component.
When you select DVD or another video component, on your TV you’ll need to select
the video input that’s connected to the AV receiver’s MONITOR OUT.
3
4
To adjust the volume, use the MASTER VOLUME control, or the remote
controller’s [VOL] button.
Remote
controller
AV receiver
MASTER VOLUME
The volume can be set to MIN, 1 through 79, or MAX. The AV receiver is designed for
home theater enjoyment and has a wide volume range for precise adjustment.
VOL
Note: When the subwoofer volume level is set to a positive (+) value, the maximum
master volume level is reduced proportionally.
To set the level of the subwoofer, use the OUTPUT LEVEL control.
Because our ears are less sensitive to very low bass sounds, there’s a temptation to set
the level of the subwoofer too high. As a rule of thumb, set the subwoofer level to what
you think is the optimal level, and then back it off slightly.
Select a suitable listening mode and enjoy!
See “Using the Listening Modes” on page 49.
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PlayingYour AV Components—Continued
You can display various information about the current
input source as follows.
Using the Multichannel Input
Press the [RECEIVER] button,
RECEIVER
and then press the [DISPLAY]
button repeatedly to cycle
through the available informa-
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
DVD
RECEIVER
MULTI CH
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
CD
1
2
3
DISPLAY
tion.
V
1
V
2
V3
MD
4
5
6
MULTI CH
DVD
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
TAPE
TUNER
CD
+
10
0
CLR
The following information can typically be displayed for
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
CH
VOL
Input source &
1
volume*
The multichannel input is for connecting a component
with individual 5.1-channel analog audio output jacks,
such as a DVD player or MPEG decoder. See page 29 for
hookup information.
2
Signal format*
or sampling
frequency
Input source &
listening mode
Press the [RECEIVER] button fol-
lowed by the [MULTI CH] button
RECEIVER
so that MULTI CH indicator
appears on the display.
*1 WhenAM or FM radio is used, the band, preset num-
ber, and frequency are displayed.
Audio from the multichannel input will
now be used for the DVD input source.
*2 If the input signal is analog, or AM or FM radio is
selected, no format information is displayed. If the
input signal is PCM, the sampling frequency is dis-
played. If the input signal is digital but not PCM, the
signal format is displayed. Information is displayed
for about 3 seconds, then the previous display reap-
pears.
MULTI CH
MULTI CH indicator
Note:
• While the multichannel input is selected, the Speaker
Configuration settings on page 38 are ignored, and
signals from the multichannel input are fed to the front
left, front right, center, surround left, and surround
right speakers and subwoofer regardless of those set-
tings.
Interpreting Surround Channel Information
A
B
C
A: The number of front channels (front left, front right,
and center).
B: The number of surround channels (surround left and
surround right). If there’s surround back channel
information, this number will be 3.
Displaying Source Information
C: LFE channel for subwoofer (1 means yes).
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
DVD
RECEIVER
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
CD
1
2
3
V
1
V
2
V3
MD
6
AUDIO SU
TEST TONE
CH SEL
L
PLAY MODE
DISPLAY
L
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DISPLAY
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Using the Tuner
Listening to the Radio
Tuning into Radio Stations
■ Auto Tuning Mode
TUNING MODE
TUNING
Press the [TUNING MODE] button
1 TUNING MODE
so that the AUTO indicator
appears on the display.
TUNING
/
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
ENTER
STANDBY
RETURN
SETUP
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
+
TONE
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
Press the TUNING Up or Down
2
TUNING
/
PRESET
[
]/[ ] button.
Searching stops when a station is
found.
TUNER
SETUP
ENTER
With the built-in tuner, you can enjoy AM and FM radio
stations. You can store your favorite stations as presets
for quick selection.
Use the [TUNER] input selector
button to select either AM or FM.
TUNER
1
■ Manual Tuning Mode
In this example, FM has been selected.
Press the [TUNING MODE] button
so that the AUTO indicator disap-
pears from the display.
1
TUNING MODE
Band
Frequency
Press and hold theTUNING Up or
Down [ ]/[ ] button.
(Actual display depends on country.)
2
TUNING
/
PRESET
The frequency stops changing when
you release the button.
ENTER
Press the buttons repeatedly to change
the frequency one step at a time.
FM frequency in 0.2 MHz steps, 10 kHz steps for AM.
When tuned into a station, the TUNED indicator
appears. When tuned into a stereo FM station, the FM
STEREO indicator appears on the display, as shown.
TUNED AUTO
FM STEREO
Tuning into weak FM stereo stations
If the signal from a stereo FM station is weak, it may be
impossible to get good reception. In this case, switch to
Manual Tuning mode and listen to the station in mono.
Note:
• You can also use the remote controller’s Up and Down
[
]/[ ] buttons to tune the radio.
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Using the Tuner—Continued
Presetting Radio Stations
Deleting Presets
2, 4
2
3
TUNING
/
PRESET
TUNING
/
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY/ON
ENTER
ENTER
STANDBY
STANDBY
RETURN
SETUP
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
+
RETURN
SETUP
TONE
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
TONE
+
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
CLEAR
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
You can store up to 30 of your favorite radio stations as
presets.
Select the preset that you want to
delete.
See the previous section.
1
2
Tune into the station that you
want to store as a preset.
1
While holding down the [MEM-
ORY] button, press the
[TUNING MODE] button.
Press the [MEMORY] button.
The MEMORY indicator appears and
MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
2
MEMORY
The selected preset is deleted and its
number disappears from the display.
the preset number flashes.
While the MEMORY indicator is
Displaying Radio Information
3
TUNING
/
PRESET
displayed (about 8 seconds), use
the PRESET [ ]/[ ] buttons to
select a preset from 1 through 30.
In this example, preset #3 is selected.
1
ENTER
TUNING
/
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
ENTER
STANDBY
RETURN
SETUP
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
+
TONE
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
Press the [MEMORY] button
again to store the station.
The station is stored and the preset
number stops flashing.
Repeat this procedure for all your
favorite radio stations.
4
MEMORY
Press the [DISPLAY] button
repeatedly to cycle through the
available information.
DISPLAY
1
Selecting Preset Stations
Band, preset # &
frequency
1
TUNING
/
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
Listening mode
STANDBY/ON
ENTER
STANDBY
RETURN
SETUP
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
+
TONE
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
TUNING
/
PRESET
Use the PRESET [ ]/[ ] but-
tons, or the remote controller’s
CH [+/–] button to select a preset.
1
ENTER
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DS-A1XP RI Dock for the iPod
About the RI Dock
Getting to Know the RI Dock
With the Onkyo RI Dock, you can easily play the music
*
*
iPod adapter
iPod connector
stored on yourApple iPod through the AV receiver and
enjoy great sound.You can use the AV receiver’s remote
controller to operate your iPod.
, which stands for Remote Interactive, is an exclusive
Onkyo control system that allows all
-capable Onkyo
audio components to be turned on or off together, and the
AV receiver to turn on automatically and select the
appropriate input source when playback is started on a
source component. It also allows you to control your
iPod with the AV receiver’s remote controller.
In this manual, the DS-A1XP Remote Interactive Dock
is referred to as the “RI Dock.”
iPod slot
Power indicator
jack
AUDIO OUT L/R jacks
For the latest information on the RI Dock, see the
DC IN 5V 1A jack
DS-A1XP Package Contents
Make sure you have the following items:
• AC adapter
(1.4 m, 4.5 ft.)
• DS-A1XP Remote
Interactive Dock
RI MODE switch
Set it to match the AV receiver’s
input display (see below).
TAPE
MD
CDR
DOCK
AV receiver
input display
• Audio connection
cable (1.5 m, 5 ft.)
•
cable (1.8 m,
6 ft.)
MD
TAPE
CD-R
HDD/DOCK
MD
TAPE
CD-R
HDD/DOCK
MD
TAPE
CD-R
HDD/DOCK
MD
TAPE
CD-R
HDD/DOCK
TAPE
MD
CDR
HDD/DOCK
RI MODE
switch
See page 37 for details on changing the Input Display.
Compatible iPods
To control your iPod with the AV receiver’s remote con-
troller, select the HDD remote control mode.
■ Made for:
• 5th Generation iPod (iPod with video)
• iPod photo (iPod with color display)
• 4th Generation iPod
PuttingYour iPod in the RI Dock
1. Plug in the AC adapter.
2. Turn on the AV receiver, and select the appropriate
• 2nd Generation iPod nano
inputs on the AV receiver.
• 1st Generation iPod nano
3. Align your iPod with the RI Dock’s iPod slot, and
• iPod mini
carefully place your iPod in the slot, as shown.
Note:
• 3rd generation iPods are not supported.
Remove iPod
case before
inserting
• Before using the RI Dock, update your iPod with
the latest software, available from the Apple Web
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DS-A1XP RI Dock for the iPod—Continued
■ Adjusting the iPod Adapter
Operating Notes:
• The RI Dock must be connected to the AV receiver
The iPod adapter needs to be adjusted to match your par-
ticular iPod. If there’s a gap between the back of your iPod
and the adapter, turn the adapter counterclockwise to close
the gap. Turning the adapter counterclockwise moves it
forward. Turning it clockwise moves it backward.
with both an
functions.
cable and an audio cable to use the
• Before selecting a different input source, stop iPod
playback to prevent the AV receiver from selecting the
iPod input source by mistake.
• If any accessories are connected to your iPod, the AV
receiver may not be able to select the input source
properly.
Forward
Backward
• While your iPod is in the RI Dock, its volume control
has no effect. If you adjust your iPod’s volume control
while it’s in the RI Dock, make sure it’s not set too
high before you reconnect your headphones.
Notes:
• To prevent iPod connector damage, don’t twist your
iPod when inserting or removing it, and be careful
not to knock over the RI Dock while your iPod is
inserted.
■ UsingYour iPod’s Alarm Clock
You can use your iPod’s Alarm Clock function to auto-
matically turn on your iPod and the AV receiver at a
specified time. The AV receiver’s input source will auto-
matically be set to the input to which your iPod is con-
nected.
• Don’t use the RI Dock with any other iPod accesso-
ries, such as FM transmitters and microphones, as
they may cause a malfunction.
Notes:
• To use this function, your iPod must be in the RI
Dock, and the RI Dock must be connected to the
AV receiver with both an
cable.
cable and an audio
Function Overview
• When you use this function, be sure to set the AV
receiver’s volume control to a suitable level.
■ Basic Operation
Note:
• The AV receiver may take several seconds to star-
tup, so you might not hear the first few seconds of
the first song.
• The AV receiver may take several seconds to star-
tup, so you might not hear the first few seconds of
the first song.
• System On Function: When you turn on the AV
receiver, the iPod turns on as well.
■ ChargingYour iPod’s Battery
The RI Dock charges your iPod’s battery while your
iPod is in the RI Dock.
• System Off Function: When you turn off the AV
receiver, the iPod turns off as well.
Notes:
*
• Auto Power On Function : If you start iPod play-
• To charge your iPod battery, theAC adapter must be
plugged into a suitable wall outlet and connected to
the RI Dock’s DC IN jack.
back while the AV receiver is on Standby, the AV
receiver will automatically turn on and select your iPod
as the input source. Then, your iPod will start playback.
• See your iPod’s instruction manual for more infor-
mation on battery charging.
*
• Direct Change Function : If you start iPod play-
back while listening to another input source, the AV
receiver will automatically select your iPod as the input
source.
• Linked Dimmer Operation: When you use the AV
receiver’s Dimmer function to change its display’s
brightness, the brightness of the RI Dock’s Power indi-
cator will change as well.
• Using the AV receiver’s Remote Controller: You
can use the AV receiver’s remote controller to control
basic iPod functions.
*
If you use your iPod’s controls to start an iPod slideshow or
video, this function will not work, so use the remote controller
instead.
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Common Functions
This chapter explains functions that can be used with any input source.
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
Press
[RECEIVER]
first
DVD
TONE, –, +
RECEIVER
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
TUNING
/
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
CD
1
2
3
STANDBY/ON
V
1
V
2
V3
ENTER
STANDBY
MD
4
5
6
RETURN
SETUP
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
TONE
+
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
DIMMER
MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
MULTI CH
DVD
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
TAPE
TUNER
CD
+
10
0
CLR
DIMMER
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
PHONES
DIMMER
CH
DISC
VOL
ALBUM
RVU
GUIDE
Using Headphones
Adjusting the Bass & Treble
You can connect a pair of stereo headphones (1/4-inch
phone plug) to the AV receiver’s PHONES jack for pri-
vate listening, as shown.
You can adjust the bass or treble for speaker set A’s front
speakers, except when the Direct listening mode is
selected.
STANDBY/ON
Press the AV receiver’s [TONE]
button repeatedly to select either
1
AV receiver
PHONES
Bass or Treble.
TONE
Use the TONE [–]/[+] buttons to
adjust.
+
Notes:
• Always turn down the volume before connecting your
headphones.
• Speaker sets A and B are turned off while the head-
phones plug is inserted in the PHONES jack.
■ Bass
• When you connect a pair of headphones, the listening
mode is set to Stereo, unless it’s already set to Mono,
Stereo, or Direct.
You can boost or cut low-frequency sounds output by the
front speakers from –10 dB to +10 dB in 2 dB steps.
• When the multichannel DVD input is selected, only
the front left and front right channels can be heard in
the headphones.
■ Treble
You can boost or cut high-frequency sounds output by
the front speakers from –10 dB to +10 dB in 2 dB steps.
Note:
• To bypass the bass and treble tone circuits, select the
Direct listening mode.
Setting the Display Brightness
With this function, you can adjust the brightness of the
display.
AV receiver
Press the [DIMMER] button
repeatedly to select: dim, dim-
DIMMER
mer, or normal brightness.
Alternatively, you can use the [DIM-
MER] button on the AV receiver (not
Remote
controller
European models).
DIMMER
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Common Functions—Continued
Using the Sleep Timer
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
Press
With the sleep timer, you can set the AV receiver so that
it automatically turns off after a set period.
RECEIVER
DVD
[RECEIVER]
first
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
CD
1
2
3
Remote
controller
Press the remote controller’s
[SLEEP] button repeatedly to
V1
V2
V3
MD
4
5
6
MULTI CH
DVD
select the required sleep time.
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
You can set the sleep time from 90 to 10
SLEEP
TAPE
TUNER
CD
minutes in 10 minute steps.
+
10
CLR
0
SLEEP
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
The SLEEP indicator appears on the
display when the sleep timer has been
set, as shown. The specified sleep time
appears on the display for about five
seconds, then the previous display
reappears.
CH
DISC
VOL
ALBUM
PREVIOUS
MENU
GUIDE
TOP MENU
MUTING
SP A/B
MUTING
SLEEP indicator
ENTER
PLAYLIST
PLAYLIST
SETUP
RETURN
To cancel the sleep timer, press the [SLEEP] button
repeatedly until the SLEEP indicator disappears.
To check the remaining sleep time, press the [SLEEP]
button. Note that if you press the [SLEEP] button while
the sleep time is being displayed, you’ll shorten the sleep
time by 10 minutes.
LISTENING MODE
STEREO
SURROUND
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
-
+
LEVEL
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
CH SEL
LEVEL
PLAY MODE
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Muting the AV Receiver
With this function, you can temporarily mute the output
of the AV receiver.
Remote
controller
Press the remote controller’s
[MUTING] button.
The output is muted
and the MUTING
MUTING
indicator flashes on
the display, as shown.
To unmute the AV receiver, press the remote control-
ler’s [MUTING] button again, or adjust the volume. The
output is unmuted and the MUTING indicator goes off.
Muting is cancelled when the AV receiver is set to
Standby.
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Common Functions—Continued
Adjusting Speaker Levels
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
Press
You can adjust the level of each speaker in speaker set A
while listening to an input source. These temporary
adjustments are cancelled when the AV receiver is set to
Standby.
RECEIVER
DVD
[RECEIVER]
first
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
CD
1
2
3
V1
V2
V3
MD
4
5
6
MULTI CH
DVD
Use the remote controller’s
[CH SEL] button to select each
speaker, and use the [LEVEL–]
and [LEVEL+] buttons to adjust
1
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
Remote
controller
TAPE
TUNER
CD
+
10
CLR
0
CH SEL
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
the volume.
CH
DISC
VOL
ALBUM
You can adjust the volume of each
speaker from –12 dB to +12 dB
(–15 dB to +12 dB for the subwoofer).
-
+
LEVEL
LEVEL
PREVIOUS
MENU
GUIDE
TOP MENU
SP A/B
MUTING
ENTER
PLAYLIST
PLAYLIST
SETUP
Notes:
RETURN
• You cannot use this function while the AV receiver is
muted.
• Speakers that are set to No or None in the Speaker
Configuration cannot be adjusted.
LISTENING MODE
STEREO
SURROUND
CH SEL
■ Speaker Set B
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
-
+
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
CH SEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
While speaker set B is on, you can also adjust the levels
of the left and right speakers in speaker set B, from
–12 dB to +12 dB.
LEVEL – +
PLAY MODE
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CINE FLTR
• These settings are stored when the AV receiver is set
to Standby.
-
RC 645S
• While speaker set B is on, you can adjust the levels of
the left and right speakers in speaker set A’s and the
subwoofer.
■ Headphones
While a pair of headphones is connected, you can adjust
the volume of the left and right channels individually,
from –12 dB to +12 dB each.
• These settings are stored when the AV receiver is set
to Standby.
■ Multichannel DVD Input
While the multichannel DVD input is selected, you can
adjust the level of each 5.1 channel input individually,
woofer.)
• These settings are stored when the AV receiver is set
to Standby.
• Individual speaker levels can also be adjusted in
“3. MultiLevel Setup” (see page 57).
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Using the Listening Modes
Selecting on the AV receiver
Selecting Listening Modes
See “About the Listening Modes” on page 50 for
detailed information about the listening modes.
TUNING
/
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
ENTER
STANDBY
RETURN
SETUP
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
+
TONE
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
• The Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes
can only be selected if your DVD player is
connected to the AV receiver with a digital
audio connection (coaxial or optical).
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
• Listening mode availability depends on the
format of the current input signal.
• While a pair of headphones is connected,
you can select only the Mono, Direct, or Ste-
reo listening mode.
■ [STEREO] button
This button selects the Stereo listening mode.
• While speaker B is on, you can select only
the Direct or Stereo listening mode.
■ LISTENING MODE [ ]/[ ] buttons
Pressing these buttons repeatedly cycles through all
of the listening modes that can be used with the cur-
rent input source.
• The listening modes cannot be selected
while speaker set A is off.
Selecting with the Remote Controller
RETURN
SETUP
SURROUND
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
STEREO
SURROUND
,
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
-
+
LEVEL
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
CH SEL
LEVEL
PLAY MODE
L
NIGHT
CINE FLTR
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■ [STEREO] button
This button selects the Stereo listening mode.
■ [SURROUND] button
This button selects the Dolby Digital and DTS listen-
ing modes.
■ LISTENING MODE [ ]/[ ] buttons
Pressing these buttons repeatedly cycles through all
of the listening modes that can be used with the cur-
rent input source.
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Using the Listening Modes—Continued
player in order to enjoy DTS material. Use this mode
with DVDs and CDs that bear the DTS logo.
About the Listening Modes
With its built-in surround-sound decoders and DSP pro-
grams, the AV receiver can transform your home listen-
ing room into a movie theater or concert hall.
Neo:6
This mode provides 5.1-channel playback from 2-chan-
nel sources. It offers five full-bandwidth channels with
excellent separation. There are two modes of operation:
Cinema mode for movies, and Music mode for listening
to music.
This illustration shows which speakers are active in
each listening mode.
Front left
Center
Front right
Cinema mode simulates the realistic sense of movement
that you get with 5.1-channel surround sound sources.
Use this mode with videos, DVDs, and TV shows that
feature stereo sound.
Music mode uses the surround channels to simulate a
natural sound field that cannot be produced with conven-
tional stereo. Use this mode with stereo material such as
music CDs.
Subwoofer
Surround
left
Surround
right
Direct
The selected input source is output directly with minimal
processing for a pure sound.
Stereo
The selected input source is processed as a stereo signal
and output by the front left and right speakers and the
subwoofer.
Onkyo Original DSP Modes
Mono Movie
This mode is suitable for use with old movies and other
mono sound sources. The center speaker outputs the
sound as it is, while reverb is applied to the sound output
by the other speakers, giving presence to even mono
material.
Mono
Use this mode when watching an old movie with a mono
soundtrack, or to select multilingual soundtracks
recorded in the left and right channels of some movies.
It can also be used when playing a DVD or other source
with multiplexed audio, such as a karaoke DVD.
Orchestra
Suitable for classical or operatic music. The surround
channels are emphasized in order to widen the stereo
image. In addition, it simulates the natural reverberation
of a large hall.
Dolby Pro Logic II Movie
Use this mode with DVDs and vid-
eos that bear the Dolby Surround
logo or TV shows that feature Dolby Surround. You can
also use this mode with stereo movies or TV shows and
the AV receiver will create a 5.1 surround mix from the
2-channel stereo.
Unplugged
Suitable for acoustic instrument sounds, vocals, and jazz
music. By emphasizing the front stereo image, it simu-
lates the stage-front experience.
Dolby Pro Logic II Music
Use this mode to add 5.1 surround to stereo sources such
as music CDs and DVDs.
Studio-Mix
Suitable for rock and pop music. Listening to music in
this mode creates a lively sound field with a powerful
acoustic image, like being at a club or rock concert.
Dolby Pro Logic II Game
Use this mode when playing game discs.
TV Logic
Dolby Digital
Adds realistic acoustics to TV shows produced in a TV
studio. In addition, it adds surround effects to the entire
sound and adds clarity to voices.
With this format you can experience the
same superb sound that you get at a movie
theater or concert hall. Use this mode with DVDs that
bear the Dolby Digital logo.
All Ch Stereo
Ideal for background music. The front, surround, and
surround back channels create a stereo image that fills
the entire listening area.
DTS
This digital surround format offers a sur-
round sound experience with exceptional
fidelity. It uses compressed digital audio
data, with six discrete channels (5.1), and the
ability to handle large amounts of audio data while
remaining faithful to the original. DTS provides very
high-quality sound.You’ll need a DTS compatible DVD
Full Mono
In this mode, all speakers output mono audio, so the
music sounds the same regardless of where you are.
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Using the Listening Modes—Continued
The following table lists all the listening modes and shows which modes can be selected for each input signal format.
DTS/DTS 96/24*2
Dolby D
Analog,
PCM*1
Input signal format
Multich
DTS-ES
2/0
2/0
*/2
1/0,1+1 Other
3/2.1
(Stereo)
(Stereo)
Discrete Matrix
CD,TV,VHS,
MD,
Source
turntable,
radio,
DVD, DTV, etc.
DVD, CD, etc.
DVD
cassette,
DTV, etc.
Listening mode
Direct
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
Stereo
Mono
Multich
✔
PLII Movie/Music/Game
Neo:6 Cinema
Neo:6 Music *3
✔
✔
✔
Dolby D
✔
✔
✔
✔
DTS
✔
✔
✔
✔
Mono Movie
Orchestra
Unplugged
Studio-Mix
TV Logic
Onkyo
Original
DSP
*3
✔
✔
✔
✔
All Ch Stereo
Full Mono
*1. In the Direct listening modes, PCM signals at 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz are processed at 64 kHz, 88.2 kHz, and 96 kHz
respectively. 96 kHz signals are processed at 48 kHz for all listening modes other than Direct, and Stereo.
*2. DTS 96/24 is always processed as DTS.
*3. Available only when Surround speakers are connected.
Tip: You can check the format of the digital input signal on page 41, “Displaying Source Information.”
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Adjusting the Listening Modes
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[
buttons to select “4. Audio
Adjust,” and then press the
[ENTER] button.
]
2
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
DVD
CD
RECEIVER
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
1
2
3
V
1
V
2
V3
MD
4
5
6
MULTI CH
DVD
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
TAPE
TUNER
CD
ENTER
+
10
0
CLR
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
CH
DISC
VOL
ALBUM
Use the Left and Right [ ]/[
buttons to change the settings.
]
3
PREVIOUS
MENU
GUIDE
TOP MENU
Press the Down [ ] button to
select the next setting.
SP A/B
MUTING
ENTER
ENTER
PLAYLIST
PLAYLIST
SETUP
SETUP
RETURN
RETURN
LISTENING MODE
STEREO
SURROUND
Repeat step 3 to complete all set-
tings.
4
5
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
-
+
LEVEL
TEST TONE
DISPLAY
CH SEL
LEVEL
PLAY MODE
Press the [SETUP] button.
Setup closes.
When you want to go back up one
menu level to “AudioAdjust,” press the
[RETURN] button.
L
NIGHT
CINE FLTR
CINE FLTR
L NIGHT
-
RC 645S
SETUP
The Audio Adjust functions are explained below.
Input Channel Settings
Using the Audio Adjust Functions
■ Multiplex
Some functions are not available with all speaker config-
urations.
Audio Adjust provides various functions for adjusting
the sound.
This setting determines which channel is output from a
stereo multiplex source. Use it to select audio channels
or languages with multiplex sources, multilingual TV
broadcasts, and so on.
Main: The main channel is output (default).
Sub: The sub channel is output.
M/S: Both the main and sub channels are output.
Press the [RECEIVER] button fol-
lowed by the [SETUP] button.
1
RECEIVER
■ Mono (2ch)
This setting determines which channel is output when
the Mono listening mode is used with a stereo source.
L+R: Both the left and right channels are output
(default).
SETUP
L: Only the left channel is output.
R: Only the right channel is output.
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Adjusting the Listening Modes—Continued
PL II Music Mode Settings
Using the Late Night Function
(Dolby Digital only)
These settings apply to only 2-channel (stereo) sources.
With the Late Night function, you can reduce the
dynamic range of Dolby Digital material so that you can
still hear quiet parts even when listening at low volume
levels—ideal for watching movies late at night when you
don’t want to disturb anyone.
■ Panorama
With this function, you can broaden the width of the
front stereo image when using the Pro Logic II Music
listening mode.
On: Panorama function on.
Off: Panorama function off (default).
Press the [RECEIVER] button,
and then press the [L NIGHT] but-
1
RECEIVER
■ Dimension
ton repeatedly to select:
Off: Late Night function off.
Low: Small reduction in dynamic
With this setting, you can move the sound field forward
or backward when using the Pro Logic II Music listening
mode. The default setting is 3. It can be adjusted from 0
to 6. Higher settings move the sound field forward.
Lower settings move it backward.
L NIGHT
range.
High: Big reduction in dynamic
If the stereo image feels too wide, or there’s too much
surround sound, move the sound field forward to
improve the balance. Conversely, if the stereo image
feels like it’s in mono, or there’s not enough surround
sound, move it backward.
range.
Notes:
• The effect of the Late Night function depends on the
Dolby Digital material that you are playing, and with
some material there will be little or no effect.
■ Center Width
• The Late Night function is set to Off when the AV
receiver is set to Standby.
This setting has an effect when you use a center speaker.
With this function, you can adjust the width of the sound
from the center speaker when using the Pro Logic II
Music listening mode normally. If you’re using a center
speaker, the center channel sound is output by only the
center speaker. (If you’re not using a center speaker, the
center channel sound will be distributed to the front left
and right speakers to create a phantom center). This set-
ting controls the front left, right, and center mix, allow-
ing you to adjust the weight of the center channel sound.
It can be adjusted from 0 to 7 (default is 3).
Using the CinemaFILTER
With the CinemaFILTER, you can soften overly bright
movie soundtracks, which are typically mixed for repro-
duction in a movie theater.
CinemaFILTER can be used with the following listening
modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, DTS,
and DTS Neo:6 Cinema.
DTS Neo:6 Music Mode Setting
Press the [RECEIVER] button,
and then press the [CINE FLTR]
1
RECEIVER
■ Center Image
This setting has an effect when you use a center speaker.
The DTS Neo:6 Music listening mode creates 5-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. It can be adjusted from 0 to 5 (default
is 2). This setting is unavailable if no surround speakers
are connected.
button repeatedly to select:
On: CinemaFILTER on.
Off: CinemaFILTER off.
CINE FLTR
When set to 0, the front left and right channel output is
attenuated by half (–6 dB), giving the impression that the
sound is located centrally. This setting works well when
the listening position is considerably off center. When
set to 5, the front left and right channels are not attenu-
ated, maintaining the original stereo balance.
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Recording
This chapter explains how to record the selected input
source to an AV component with recording capability,
and how to record audio and video from two different
sources.
Recording from Different AV Sources
With this function, you can record audio and video from
different sources, allowing you to overdub audio onto
your video recordings. This function takes advantage of
the fact that when an audio-only input source (i.e.,
TAPE, TUNER, or CD) is selected, the video input
source remains unchanged. For example, if you first
select the VIDEO 3 input source, followed by the CD
input source, you can watch the video from theVIDEO 3
input and listen to the audio from the CD input.
Recording the Input Source
You can record only to AV components that are con-
nected to the TAPE OUT or VIDEO 1 OUT jacks.
See pages 26–35 for information on connecting yourAV
components to the AV receiver.
In the following example, audio from the CD player con-
nected to the CD IN jacks, and video from the camcorder
connected to the VIDEO 3 IN jack are recorded by the
VCR, which is connected to the VIDEO 1 OUT jacks.
Use the input selector buttons to
select the AV component that
you want to record.
Audio signals from the selected input
source are output by theVIDEO 1 OUT
and TAPE OUT jacks.
1
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
You can listen to the source while
recording. The AV receiver’s VOL-
UME control has no effect on record-
ing.
Camcorder
Remote
controller
video signal
audio signal
V
1
V
2
V
3
DVD
CD
TAPE
TUNER
Start recording on the AV compo-
nent connected to theTAPE OUT
or VIDEO 1 OUT jacks.
2
Start playback on the source AV
component.
3
Notes:
CD player
VCR
• You cannot record from AV components that are con-
nected to the digital inputs. You must use analog con-
nections.
1. Prepare the camcorder and CD player
• The surround effects produced by the surround and
DSP listening modes cannot be recorded.
for playback.
2. Prepare the VCR for recording.
• You cannot record from an AV component that is con-
nected to the multichannel input.
3. Press the [VIDEO 3] input selector but-
ton.
• If you select another input source while recording, that
input source will be recorded instead.
4. Press the [CD] input selector button.
This selects the CD player as the audio source, but
leaves the camcorder as the video source.
5. Start recording on the VCR and start
playback on the camcorder and CD
player.
The video from the camcorder and the audio from
the CD player are recorded by the VCR.
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Advanced Setup
Advanced Speaker Settings
• For a more accurate setting, look up the frequency
response in the manuals supplied with your speakers
and set accordingly.
Crossover Frequency
This setting only applies to the speakers that you speci-
fied as Small in the “Speaker Configuration” on page 38.
To get the best bass performance from your speaker sys-
tem, you need to set the crossover frequency according
to the size and frequency response of your speakers.
• Choose a higher crossover frequency if you want more
sound from your subwoofer.
Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE
MODE button, followed by the
1
RECEIVER
[SETUP] button.
Double Bass setting only need to be changed
if you’re not using the speakers in this pack-
age.
These settings cannot be changed while head-
phones are connected, speaker set B is on, or
the multichannel DVD input is being used.
SETUP
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[
buttons to select “1. SP Config,”
and then press [ENTER].
]
2
3
Double Bass
put by feeding bass sounds from the front left and right
channels to the subwoofer. This function can be set only
if the Subwoofer setting (step 3) is set to Yes, and the
Front setting (step 4) is set to Large in the Speaker Con-
figuration on page 38.
ENTER
Use the Down [ ] button to
select “Crossover,” and then use
the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] but-
tons to select a crossover fre-
quency.
Use the Down [ ] button to
select “Double Bass,” and then
4
use the Left and Right [ ]/[
buttons to select:
]
On: Double Bass function on.
Use the diameter of the smallest
speaker in your system when choosing
the crossover frequency.
Bass from the front left and
right channels is also fed to
the subwoofer (default).
Off: Double Bass function off.
Speaker cone
diameter
Crossover
frequency
Over 8 in.
(20 cm)
Press the [SETUP] button.
Setup closes.
When you want to go back up one
menu level to “SP Config,” press the
[RETURN] button.
5
40/50/60Hz*
80Hz
6-1/2 to 8 in.
(16–20 cm)
SETUP
5-1/4 to 6-1/2 in.
(13–16 cm)
100Hz (default)
120Hz
3-1/2 to 5-1/4 in.
(9–13 cm)
Under 3-1/2 in.
(9 cm)
150/200Hz*
*Choose the setting suitable for the speaker.
Continue with step 4 of the “Double
Bass” setting on the right column.
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Advanced Setup—Continued
Notes:
Speaker Distance
• The Center and Subwoofer distances can be set up to
5 ft. (1.5 m) more or less than the Front distance. For
example, if the Front distance is set to 20 ft. (6 m), the
Center and Subwoofer distances can be set between 15
and 25 ft. (4.5 and 7.5 m).
To get the best from surround sound, it’s important that
the sound from each speaker reaches the listener at the
same time. To achieve this, you need to specify the dis-
tance from each speaker to the listening position.
• The Surround distances can be set up to 5 ft. (1.5 m)
more or 15 ft. (4.5 m) less than the Front distance. For
example, if the Front distance is set to 20 ft. (6 m), the
SurrRight and Surr Left distances can be set between
5 and 25 ft. (1.5 and 7.5 m).
Measure and make a note of the
distance from each speaker to
the listening position.
1
Press the [RECEIVER] button fol-
lowed by the [SETUP] button on
the remote controller.
RECEIVER
2
Speaker Levels
With this function, you can adjust the volume of each
speaker so that all speakers can be heard equally at the
listening position.
SETUP
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[
buttons to select “2. SP Dis-
tance,” and then press the
[ENTER] button.
]
3
The speaker levels cannot be adjusted while a
pair of headphones is connected, speaker set
B is on, or the AV receiver is muted.
Press the [RECEIVER] button fol-
lowed by the [SETUP] button on
ENTER
1
RECEIVER
the remote controller.
While“Unit”is displayed, use the
Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to
select “feet” or “meters”.
4
5
SETUP
feet: Distances in feet. Can be set
from 1 to 30 feet in 1-foot
steps.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[
]
2
3
buttons to select “3. Level Cal,”
and then press the [ENTER] but-
ton.
A pink noise test tone is output by the
front left speaker.
meters: Distances in meters. Can be
set from 0.3 to 9 meters in
0.3-meter steps.
Use the Down [ ] button to
select “Front,” and use the Left
and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to
specify the distance for the“front
speakers,” then press the Down
ENTER
[
] button to select the next
Turn up the volume so that you
can hear the test tone suffi-
ciently.
While each speaker outputs the test
tone, its name appears on the display, as
shown.
speaker.
Repeat step 5 for all speakers.
6
7
Note:
Speakers that you set to No or None in
the Speaker Configuration (page 38)
cannot be selected.
Press the [SETUP] button.
Setup closes.
When you want to go back up one
menu level to “SP Distance,” press the
[RETURN] button.
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Advanced Setup—Continued
Use the Left and Right [ ]/[
buttons to adjust the speaker
]
Digital Input Signal Formats
4
The following table shows the display indicators for each
supported digital signal format.
level, and use the Down [ ] but-
ton to select the next speaker.
The level can be adjusted from –12 to
+12 dB in 1 dB steps (–15 to +12 dB
for the subwoofer).
Format
Dolby Digital
DTS
Display
PCM
PCM
Normally, the AV receiver detects the signal format auto-
matically. However, if you experience either of the fol-
lowing issues when playing PCM or DTS material, you
can manually set the signal format to PCM or DTS:
• If the beginnings of tracks from a PCM source are cut
off, try setting the format to PCM.
Repeat step 4 so that the level of
the test tone from each speaker
is the same.
Speakers that you set to No or None in
the Speaker Configuration (page 38) do
not output the test tone.
5
6
• If noise is produced when fast forwarding or reversing
a DTS CD, try setting the format to DTS.
Press the [SETUP] button.
Setup closes.
TUNING
/
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
Don’t forget to turn down the volume if
you turned it up while setting the levels.
When you want to go back up one
menu level to “Level Cal,” press the
[RETURN] button.
STANDBY/ON
ENTER
STANDBY
SETUP
RETURN
SETUP
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
+
TONE
STEREO
LISTENING MODE
DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT
RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
MULTl CH
DVD
VIDEO 1/VCR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
Note:
DIGITAL INPUT
the remote controller’s [TEST TONE] button to output
the test tone, use the [LEVEL–] and [LEVEL+] but-
tons to adjust the levels, and use the [CH SEL] button
to select the speakers.
Press and hold the AV receiver’s [DIGITAL
INPUT] button for about 3 seconds.
1
2
While “Auto” is displayed (about 3 sec-
onds), press the [DIGITAL INPUT] button
again to select: PCM, DTS, or Auto.
DTS or PCM: The DTS or PCM indicator,
depending on which format you have set, flashes,
and only signals in that format are output. Digital
signals in other formats are ignored.
Auto (default): The format is detected automati-
cally. If no digital input signal is present, the cor-
responding analog input is used instead.
• If the multichannel input is selected (page 41), in step
2, the “3. MultiLevel” menu appears instead of the
“3. Level Cal” menu, and you can adjust the level of
each channel of the multichannel input regardless of
the Speaker Configuration settings.
You can adjust the volume of each speaker from –
12 dB to +12 dB (–30 dB to +12 dB for the sub-
woofer).
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Advanced Setup—Continued
Correcting Sound and Picture Sync
When using progressive scanning on your DVD player,
you may find that the picture and sound are out of sync.
With this setting, you can correct this by delaying the
audio signals. You can set it to 0, 20, or 40 milliseconds.
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
RECEIVER
INPUT SELECTOR
CD
1
2
3
INPUT
V1
V2
V3
SELECTOR
MD
4
5
6
MULTI CH
DVD
CDR
HDD
7
8
9
TAPE
TUNER
CD
+
10
0
CLR
-- ---
/
DIMMER
SLEEP
CH
DISC
VOL
ALBUM
PREVIOUS
MENU
GUIDE
TOP MENU
SP A/B
MUTING
ENTER
PLAYLIST
PLAYLIST
SETUP
RETURN
Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE
MODE button.
1
RECEIVER
Press and hold, for more than 4
seconds, the input selector but-
ton for the input source that you
want to correct.
2
V
1
V
2
V3
DVD
This can be the [DVD], [VIDEO 1],
[VIDEO 2], or [VIDEO 3] input
source.
Use the Left and Right [ ]/[
buttons to set the delay to 0, 20,
or 40 milliseconds.
]
3
The previous display reappears if you
don’t do anything for 5 minutes.
Note:
• This setting is not available when the Direct listening
mode is used with an analog input signal.
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Troubleshooting
If you have any trouble using the AV receiver, look for a
solution in this section.
press the remote controller’s [MUTING] button to
unmute the AV receiver (page 47).
If you can’t resolve the issue yourself, try resetting
the AV receiver before contacting your Onkyo dealer.
To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults,
turn it on and, while holding down the [VIDEO 1]
button, press the [STANDBY/ON] button. “Clear”
will appear on the display and the AV receiver will
enter Standby mode.
• While a pair of headphones is connected to the
PHONES jack, no sound is output by the speakers
(page 46).
• Check the digital audio output setting on the con-
nected device. On some games consoles, such as those
that can play DVDs, the default setting is off.
• With some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an
audio format from a menu.
VIDEO 1/VCR
STANDBY/ON
• If your turntable doesn’t have a phono preamp built-in,
you must connect one between it and the AV receiver.
If your turntable uses an MC cartridge, you must con-
phono preamp.
Note that resetting the AV receiver will delete your
radio presets and custom settings.
• Specify the speaker distances and adjust the individual
speaker levels (pages 56, 57).
• The input signal format is set to PCM or DTS. Set it to
Power
Can’t turn on the AV receiver?
• Make sure that the power cord is properly plugged into
the wall outlet.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, wait five
seconds or more, then plug it in again.
Only the front speakers produce sound?
• When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected,
only the front speakers and subwoofer produce sound.
• Make sure the speakers are configured correctly
(page 38).
The AV receiver turns off as soon as it’s turned
on?
Only the center speaker produces sound?
Music listening mode with a mono source, such as an
AM radio station or mono TV program, the sound is
concentrated in the center speaker.
• The amp protection circuit has been activated.
Remove the power cord from the wall outlet immedi-
ately. Disconnect all speaker cables and input sources,
and leave the AV receiver with its power cord discon-
nected for one hour. After that, reconnect the power
cord, and then set the volume to maximum. If the AV
receiver stays on, set the volume to minimum, discon-
nect the power cord, and reconnect your speakers and
input sources properly. If the AV receiver turns off
when you set the volume to maximum, disconnect the
power cord, and contact your Onkyo dealer.
• Make sure the speakers are configured correctly
(page 38).
The surround speakers produce no sound?
• When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected,
• Depending on the source and current listening mode,
not much sound may be produced by the surround
speakers. Try selecting another listening mode.
• Make sure the speakers are configured correctly
(page 38).
Audio
• Press the SPEAKERS [A] or [B] button to turn on the
indicator for the speakers that you want to output
sound.
• Make sure that the digital input source is selected
properly (page 37). Press the [DIGITAL INPUT] but-
ton repeatedly.
The center speaker produces no sound?
• When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected,
the center speaker produces no sound (page 49).
• Make sure the speakers are configured correctly
(page 38).
The subwoofer produces no sound?
• The subwoofer outputs no sound while only speaker
• When you play source material that contains no infor-
mation in the LFE channel, the subwoofer produces
no sound.
• Make sure the speakers are configured correctly
(page 38).
• If the multichannel DVD input is selected and speaker
set B is on, speaker set A is reduced to 2-channel play-
back, so the subwoofer outputs no sound.
• Make sure that all audio connecting plugs are pushed
in all the way (page 26).
• Make sure that the polarity of the speaker cables is
metal part of each speaker terminal (pages 21, 22)
• Make sure that the speaker cables are not shorting.
• Check the volume. The AV receiver is designed for
home theater enjoyment and has a wide volume range
for precise adjustment (page 40).
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Troubleshooting—Continued
• On the AV receiver, the subwoofer setting in the
speaker configuration is set to No. Set the subwoofer
setting to Yes.
Video
There’s no picture?
• Make sure that all video connecting plugs are pushed
in all the way (page 26).
There’s no sound with a certain signal format?
• Check the digital audio output setting on the con-
nected device. On some games consoles, such as those
that can play DVDs, the default setting is off.
• With some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an
audio output format from a menu.
nected.
• The AV receiver does not convert between formats, so
if a video source component is connected to a compo-
nent video input, your TV must be connected to the
component video output (page 27).
Can’t get 5.1-channel playback?
• When speaker B is turned on, speaker setA is reduced
to 2.1-channel playback.
• On your TV, make sure that the video input to which
the AV receiver is connected is selected.
The volume cannot be set to 79?
• When the subwoofer volume level is set to a positive
(+) value, the maximum master volume level is
reduced proportionally.
Tuner
Reception is noisy, stereo FM reception suffers
from hiss, or the FM STEREO indicator doesn’t
appear?
• Relocate your antenna.
• Move the AV receiver away from your TV or com-
puter.
• Listen to the station in mono (page 42).
controller may cause noise.
• Passing cars and airplanes can cause interference.
• Concrete walls weaken radio signals.
• If nothing improves the reception, install an outdoor
antenna (page 25).
Noise can be heard?
• Using cable ties to bundle audio cables with power
cords, speaker cables, and so on may degrade the
audio performance, so don’t do it.
• An audio cable may be picking up interference. Try
repositioning your cables.
The Late Night function doesn’t work?
(page 53).
The DVD analog multichannel input doesn’t
work?
• Check the DVD analog multichannel input connec-
tions (page 29).
Remote Controller
• To select the DVD analog multichannel input, press
the [MULTI CH] input selector button (page 41).
• Check the audio output settings on your DVD player.
The remote controller doesn’t work?
rect polarity (page 19).
About DTS signals
• When DTS program material ends and the DTS bit-
stream stops, the AV receiver remains in DTS listening
mode and the DTS indicator remains on. This is to pre-
vent noise when you use the pause, fast forward, or fast
reverse function on your player. If you switch your
player from DTS to PCM, because the AV receiver
does not switch formats immediately, you may not hear
any sound, in which case you should stop your player
for about three seconds, and then resume playback.
• With some CD players, you won’t be able to playback
DTS material properly even though your player is con-
nected to a digital input on the AV receiver. This is
usually because the DTS bitstream has been processed
(e.g., output level, sampling rate, or frequency
response changed) and the AV receiver doesn’t recog-
nize it as a genuine DTS signal. In such cases, you
may hear noise.
away from the AV receiver, and that there’s no
obstruction between the remote controller and the AV
receiver’s remote control sensor (page 19).
• Make sure you’ve selected the correct remote control-
ler mode (page 12).
• Make sure you’ve entered the correct remote control
code.
Can’t control other components?
• Make sure you’ve selected the correct remote control-
ler mode (page 12).
• If you’ve connected an
-capable Onkyo MD
patible component to the TAPE IN/OUT jacks, or a
DS-A1 Remote Interactive Dock to the VIDEO 3 IN
jacks, for the remote controller to work properly, you
must set the Input Display to MD, CDR, or HDD (see
page 37).
• When playing DTS program material, using the pause,
fast forward, or fast reverse function on your player
may produce a short audible noise. This is not a mal-
function.
• To control an Onkyo component that’s connected via
, point the remote controller at the AV receiver.
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Troubleshooting—Continued
DS-A1XP RI Dock for iPod
Others
There’s no sound
The sound changes when I connect my head-
phones?
• When a pair of headphones is connected, the listening
mode is set to Stereo, unless it’s already set to Stereo,
Mono, Direct.
• Make sure your iPod is actually playing.
• Make sure your iPod is inserted properly in the RI
Dock.
• Make sure the RI Dock is connected to the correct
input jacks on the AV receiver. Do not connect it to
any output jacks.
• Make sure the AV receiver is turned on, the correct
input source is selected, and the volume is turned up.
• Make sure the plugs are pushed in all the way.
• Make sure the AC adapter is connected to a suitable
wall outlet and connected to the RI Dock.
• Try resetting your iPod.
How do I change the language of a multiplex
source?
• Use the “Multiplex” setting on the “4. Audio Adjust”
The
functions don’t work?
• To use
, you must make an
connection and an
analog audio connection (RCA) between the compo-
nent and AV receiver, even if they are connected digi-
tally (page 35).
The AV receiver’s remote controller doesn’t
control your iPod
• 3rd generation iPods are not supported.
• Make sure your iPod is properly inserted in the RI
Dock. If your iPod is in a case, it may not connect
properly to the RI Dock. Always remove your iPod
from the case before inserting it into the RI Dock.
• The iPod cannot be operated while it’s displaying the
Apple logo.
The AV receiver contains a microcomputer for signal pro-
cessing and control functions. In very rare situations,
severe interference, noise from an external source, or
static electricity may cause it to lockup. In the unlikely
event that this happens, unplug the power cord from the
wall outlet, wait at least five seconds, and then plug it
back in again.
• Make sure you’ve selected the right remote mode.
• Check the RI Dock’s RI MODE switch setting.
• When you use the AV receiver’s remote controller,
point it toward your AV receiver.
Onkyo is not responsible for damages (such as CD
rental fees) due to unsuccessful recordings caused by
the unit’s malfunction. Before you record important
data, make sure that the material will be recorded cor-
rectly.
• The RI Dock must be connected to the AV receiver
with both an
cable and an audio cable.
Before disconnecting the power cord from the wall out-
let, set the AV receiver to Standby.
• If you still can’t control your iPod, start playback by
pressing your iPod’s Play button. Remote operation
should then be possible.
The AV receiver unexpectedly selects your iPod
as the input source
• Always pause iPod playback before selecting a differ-
ent input source. If playback is not paused, the Direct
Change function may select your iPod as the input
source by mistake during the transition between
tracks.
Recording
Can’t record?
• On your recorder, make sure the correct input is
selected.
• To prevent signal loops and damage to the AV
receiver, input signals are not fed through to outputs
with the same name (e.g., TAPE IN to TAPE OUT, or
VIDEO 1 IN to VIDEO 1 OUT).
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Specifications
Amplifier Section
General
Rated Output Power
North American (FTC)
Power Supply
North American: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
European: AC 230-240 V, 50 Hz
Asian:
AC 220–230 V, 50/60 Hz
All channels:
65 watts per channel min. RMS at
8 ohms, from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with no
more than 0.7% total harmonic
distortion
Power Consumption
North American: 2.3 A
European: 220 W
Asian: 220 W
All channels:
110 watts per channel min. RMS at
6 ohms, at 1 kHz, with no more than
1% total harmonic distortion
6 ch ×100 W at 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 1ch driven
Stand-by Power
Consumption
North American: 0.1 W
European: 0.3 W
Asian: 0.3 W
European (IEC):
Maximum Output Power
Asian (JEITA):
Dimensions
(W × H × D)
6 ch ×120 W at 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 1ch driven
160 W + 160 W (3Ω, Front)
125 W + 125 W (4Ω, Front)
85 W + 85 W (8Ω, Front)
435 × 150 × 369 mm
17-1/8"
8.4 kg
Dynamic Power
×
5-7/8"
×
14-1/2"
Weight
18.5 lbs.
THD (Total Harmonic
Distortion)
Damping Factor
Input Sensitivity and
Impedance
0.7% (Power Rated)
60 (Front, 1kHz, 8Ω)
■ Video Inputs
Component
Composite
DVD, VIDEO1, VIDEO2
DVD,VIDEO1,VIDEO2,VIDEO3
200 mV/ 47 kΩ (LINE)
Output Level and
Impedance
Frequency Response
Tone Control
200 mV/ 470 Ω (REC OUT)
10 Hz–50 kHz/ +1 dB–3 dB (Direct mode)
10 dB, 80 Hz (BASS)
■ Video Outputs
Component
Composite
MONITOR
MONITOR,VIDEO1
10 dB, 20 kHz (TREBLE)
100 dB (LINE, IHF-A)
6Ω– 16Ω
Signal to Noise Ratio
Speaker Impedance
■ Audio Inputs
Digital Inputs
Optical: 2
Coaxial: 1
Analog Inputs
DVD (MULTICHANNEL),VIDEO1,
VIDEO2,VIDEO3,TAPE,CD
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Multichannel Inputs
Input Sensitivity/Output
Level and Impedance
1 Vp-p /75Ω (Component)
0.7 Vp-p /75Ω (Component PB/CB, PR/CR)
1 Vp-p /75Ω (Composite)
■ Audio Outputs
Analog Outputs
Subwoofer Pre Outputs
Speaker Outputs
Phones
TAPE,VIDEO1
1
SP-A (L, R, C, SL, SR) + SP-B (L, R)
1
Component Video
Frequency Response
5 Hz–50 MHz
Tuner Section
RI Dock DS-A1XP
■ FM
Power supply
Power consumption
(iPod not inserted)
Weight
AC adapter (5 V DC)
Tuning Frequency
Range
0.5 W
220 g
0.48 lbs.
North American: 87.5 MHz–107.9 MHz
European: 87.50 MHz–108.00 MHz
Asian: 87.50 MHz–108.00 MHz
Stereo: 22.2 dBf (75Ω IHF)
Mono: 15.2 dBf (75Ω IHF)
Stereo: 67 dB (IHF-A)
Dimensions
(W × H × D)
Usable Sensitivity
Signal to Noise Ratio
THD
112 × 60 × 112 mm
4-7/16"
AUDIO OUT L/R,
×
2-3/8"
×
4-7/16"
jack
Connectors
Mono: 73 dB (IHF-A)
Stereo: 0.5% (1 kHz)
Mono: 0.3% (1 kHz)
Frequency Response
Stereo Separation
30 Hz–15 kHz / 1 dB
40 dB (1kHz)
Specifications and features are subject to change without
notice.
■ AM
Tuning Frequency
Range
North American: 530 kHz–1710 kHz
European: 522 kHz–1611 kHz
Asian:
522 kHz–1611 kHz at 9 kHz steps
530 kHz–1710 kHz at 10 kHz steps
Usable Sensitivity
Signal to Noise Ratio
THD
300 µV
40 dB
0.7%
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Specifications—Continued
5.1ch Home Theater Speaker Package
■ Powered Subwoofer (SKW-460)
■ Center Speaker (SKC-360C)
Type:
Bass-reflex
Type:
2 Way Bass-reflex
Power Supply:
Input sensitivity/
Impedance:
AC 120 V/60 Hz
Input sensitivity/
Impedance:
Maximum input power: 120 W
Output sound pressure
6 Ω
140 mV/20 kΩ
Maximum output power:200 W
level:
82 dB/W/m
80 Hz–22 kHz
10 kHz
0.064 cubic feet (1.8 L)
10-3/4" × 4" × 4-3/16"
(273 × 101 × 106 mm)
(incl. grille and projection)
2.2 lbs. (1.0 kg)
Power Consumption
Frequency response:
Cabinet capacity:
Dimensions
98 W
25 Hz–150 Hz
1.1 cubic feet (31.5 L)
10-1/4" × 17-11/16" × 15-13/16"
(260 × 450 × 402 mm)
(incl. grille and projection)
23.4 lbs. (10.6 kg)
Frequency response:
Crossover frequency:
Cabinet capacity:
Dimensions
(W × H × D):
(W × H × D):
Weight:
Drivers unit:
Weight:
8" (20 cm) Cone
Drivers unit:
3-1/4" (8 cm) Cone (Woofer)
3/4" (2 cm) Ceramic (Tweeter)
Spring type color coded
2
North American model:
1/4" screw, Depth 5/16" × 1
Other models:
Terminal:
Keyhole slot:
Threaded insert:
■ Front Speaker (SKF-360F)
Type:
2 Way Bass-reflex
Input sensitivity/
Impedance:
Maximum input power: 120 W
Output sound pressure
6 Ω
5 mm screw, Depth 8 mm × 1
Grille:
Other:
Fixed
level:
82 dB/W/m
Magnetic shielding
Frequency response:
Crossover frequency:
Cabinet capacity:
Dimensions
80 Hz–22 kHz
10 kHz
0.064 cubic feet (1.8 L)
4"
×
10-3/4"
×
4-3/4"
■ Surround Speaker (SKM-360S)
(W × H × D):
(101 × 273 × 121 mm)
(incl. grille and projection)
2.2 lbs. (1.0 kg)
Type:
Full-Range Bass-reflex
Input sensitivity/
Impedance:
Maximum input power: 120 W
Output sound pressure
Weight:
Drivers unit:
6 Ω
3-1/4" (8 cm) Cone (Woofer)
3/4" (2 cm) Ceramic (Tweeter)
Spring type color coded
2
North American model:
1/4" screw, Depth 5/16" × 1
Other models:
Terminal:
Keyhole slot:
Threaded insert:
level:
81 dB/W/m
Frequency response:
Cabinet capacity:
Dimensions
(W × H × D):
80 Hz–22 kHz
0.064 cubic feet (1.8 L)
4"
×
10-3/4"
×
4-3/4"
(101 × 273 × 121 mm)
(incl. grille and projection)
1.5 lbs. (0.8 kg)
5 mm screw, Depth 8 mm × 1
Grille:
Other:
Fixed
Weight:
Magnetic shielding
Drivers unit:
Terminal:
Keyhole slot:
Threaded insert:
3-1/4" (8 cm) Cone
Spring type color coded
1
North American model:
1/4" screw, Depth 5/16" × 1
Other models:
5 mm screw, Depth 8 mm × 1
Grille:
Fixed
Specifications and features are subject to change without
notice.
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