Contents
Introduction
AV Receiver
TX-SR501
Connections
TX-SR501E
-compatible AV Components........19
Instruction Manual
Setup
Powering Up & Setting Up the TX-SR501/
Important—First Time Setup..............................24
Operation
Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making con-
nections and plugging in the unit.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable you
to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment
from your new AV Receiver.
Remote Controller
Using the Remote Controller RC-479S with Your
Using the Remote Controller RC-518M with Your
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Appendix
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Important Safeguards—Continued
21. Replacement Parts—When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified
by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the orig-
inal part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock, or other hazards.
FIGURE 1:
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
22. Safety Check—Upon completion of any service or repairs to
the appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operation
condition.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting—The appliance should be mounted
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
24. Heat—The appliance should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appli-
ances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
25. Liquid Hazards—The appliance should not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as
vases should be placed on the appliance.
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
S2898A
Precautions
For British models
For U.S. models
Replacement and mounting of anAC plug on the power supply cord
of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's atten-
tion to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for
proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground
shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close
to the point of cable entry as practical.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
FCC Information for User
CAUTION:
The user changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals
in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation.
IMPORTANT
A 5 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be
replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5
amperes and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check
for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE
SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE
SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DIS-
POSED OF SAFELY. THERE ISA DANGER OF SEVERE ELEC-
TRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO
ANY 13 AMPERE SOCKET.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruc-
tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful 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:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected.
For European Models
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Declaration of Conformity
For Canadian Models
We,
ONKYO EUROPE
NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES
ELECTRONICS GmbH
LIEGNITZERSTRASSE
6, 82194 GROEBENZELL,
GERMANY
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.
declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described
in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding
technical standards such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and
EN61000-3-2, -3-3.
Modèle canadien
REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA
CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU
CANADA.
GROEBENZELL, GERMANY
I. MORI
Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:
ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES,
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE
DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET
POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
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Precautions—Continued
1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use only,
recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission
of the copyright holder.
2. AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is
not user-serviceable. If you cannot turn on the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E, contact your Onkyo dealer.
3. Care—Occasionally you should dust the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E all over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use
a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent
and water. Dry the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E immediately after-
wards with a clean cloth. Don’t use abrasive cloths, thinners,
alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because they may damage
the finish or remove the panel lettering.
The Worldwide model has a voltage selector for compatibility with
power systems around the world. Before you plug in this model,
make sure that the voltage selector is set to the correct voltage for
your area.
For North American model
Setting the [STANDBY/ON] switch to STANDBY does not fully
shutdown the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E. If you do not intend to use
the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E for an extended period, remove the
power cord from the AC outlet.
Memory backup
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E 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 TX-SR501/TX-SR501E must be plugged into an
AC outlet in order to charge the backup system.
(On non-North American models, the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s POWER switch must be set to ON in order to
charge the backup system.) Once it has been charged, the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E will retain the settings for several
weeks, although this depends on the environment and will be
shorter in humid climates.
4. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME,
READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Make sure that the
voltage in your area meets the voltage requirements printed on the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s rear panel (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC
120 V, 60 Hz).
Supplied Accessories
Make sure you have the following accessories:
Only supplied in certain countries. Use
this adapter if your AC outlet does not
match with the plug on the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s power cord. (Adapter var-
Indoor FM antenna
(connector type varies from
ies from country to country.)
country to country)
Power-plug adapter
AM loop antenna
1
2
3
Not supplied with North American and
European models.
Speaker Cable
75/300-ohm antenna
adapter
Remote controller &
Speaker cable labels
two batteries (AA/R6)
*
In catalogs and on packaging, the letter added to the end of the product name indicates the color of the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E. Specifications and operation
are the same regardless of color.
Features
Amp
• 6-channel amplifier
• 65 watts per channel min. RMS at 8 Ω, 2 channels driven
from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.08% total har-
monic distortion
• WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology)
• Optimum gain volume circuitry
• Linear PCM 96 kHz/24-bit D/A converters on all channels
• Adjustable crossover (60, 80, 100, 120, 150 Hz)
• 2 component video inputs, 1 output
• 4 S-Video inputs, 2 outputs
• 3 assignable digital inputs (2 optical, 1 coaxial)
• Subwoofer pre out
• Color-coded multi-channel inputs
• Color-coded speaker terminal posts (SPEAKERS B use
push-type terminals)
Audio/Video
*1
• Dolby Digital EX and Dolby Pro Logic II
• DTS, DTS-ES Matrix/Discrete 6.1, and DTS Neo:6 pro-
FM/AM Tuner
• 30 FM/AM presets
• FM auto tuning
• RDS (Radio Data System) (Europe only)
*2
cessing
• Cinema Filter function
• Advanced 24-bit DSP chip (5 DSP soundfields)
*1. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
*2. “DTS,” “DTS-ES Extended Surround,” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
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Before Using the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E
• If you intend not to use the remote controller for a long
time, remove the batteries to prevent possible leakage and
corrosion.
Setting the Voltage Selector
(Worldwide model only)
The Worldwide model has a voltage selector for compatibil-
ity with power systems around the world. Before you plug in
this model, make sure that the voltage selector is set to the
correct voltage for your area. If it isn’t, use a small screw-
driver to set it as appropriate. For example, if the voltage in
your area is 120 volts (V), set the selector to “120V.” And if
it’s between 220 and 230 volts (V), set it to “220–230V.”
• Flat batteries should be removed as soon as possible to pre-
vent possible leakage and corrosion.
Using the Remote Controller
To use the remote controller, point it at the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s remote control sensor, as shown below. The
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s STANDBY indicator flashes
while a signal is being received from the remote controller.
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
AM
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AC OUTLET
Y
FRONT
FRONT
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
CENTER
SWITCHED
100W MAX.
SPEAKERS
B
SPEAKERS
A
SPEAKER
PB
PR
L
L
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
REMOTE
L
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
R
R
1
Remote control sensor
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E
R
S
VIDEO
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
SURROUND BACK
SPEAKER
120V
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
FRONTL
L
L
220-230V
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
Standby indicator
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
120V
30˚
30˚
220-230V
Installing the Batteries
Open the battery compartment, as shown.
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Notes:
• The remote controller may not work reliably if the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is subjected to bright light, such
as direct sunlight or inverter-type fluorescent lights. Keep
this in mind when installing the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
Insert the two supplied batteries (AA/R6) in
accordance with the polarity diagram inside
the battery compartment.
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• If another remote controller of the same type is used in the
same room, or the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is installed
close to equipment that uses infrared rays, the remote con-
troller may not work reliably.
• Don’t put anything, such as a book, on the remote control-
ler, because the buttons may be pressed inadvertently,
thereby draining the batteries.
• The remote controller may not work reliably if the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is installed in a rack behind col-
ored glass doors. Keep this in mind when installing the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
Close the battery compartment.
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• The remote controller will not work if there’s an obstacle
between it and the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s remote con-
trol sensor.
Notes:
• The supplied batteries should last for about six months,
although this will vary with usage.
• If the remote controller doesn’t work reliably, try replacing
both batteries.
• Don’t mix new and old batteries, or different types of bat-
teries.
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Controls & Connectors
Front Panel
North American Model
2
3 4 5 6 7 8
9
J
K
L
M
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
SURROUND
PRESET/ADJUST
STANDBY
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
DISPLAY
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
MEMORY
FM MODE
TUNING
TAPE
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
CLEAR
AUDIO
SELECTOR
VIDEO 3 INPUT
DVD
VIDEO 1
VCR
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TUNER
CD
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
N O
P
Q
R
S T
K
U
Other Models
1
2
3 4 5 6 7 8
9
J
L
M
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
SURROUND
PRESET/ADJUST
POWER
STANDBY
ON
OFF
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
B
DISPLAY
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
MEMORY
FM MODE
TUNING
TAPE
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
CLEAR
PHONES
AUDIO
SELECTOR
VIDEO 3 INPUT
DVD
VIDEO 1
VCR
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TUNER
CD
S
VIDEO
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
N O
P
Q
R
S T
U
For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis.
This button is used to set the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E to On or
Standby. For models with a POWER switch, this button has no
effect unless the POWER switch is set to ON.
The North American model doesn’t have this switch.
This is the main power switch. When set to OFF, the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is completely shutdown. When set to
ON, the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is in Standby mode and the
STANDBY indicator lights up.
This indicator lights up when the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is in
Standby mode, and it flashes while a signal is being received
from the remote controller.
Don’t turn on the power until you’ve completed, and double
Note:
This button is used to adjust the display brightness.
Turning on the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E may cause a momen-
tary power surge that might interfere with other electrical
equipment on the same circuit. If this is a problem, plug the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E into a different branch circuit.
This button is used to assign the digital inputs.
This button is used to select the Subwoofer modes.
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Controls & Connectors—Continued
This button is used when storing and deleting radio presets.
This 1/4-inch phone jack is for connecting a standard pair of
stereo headphones for private listening.
This button is used to select the FM radio Stereo and Mono
modes. It’s also used when deleting radio presets.
This button is used to display various information about the
currently selected source.
These buttons are used to tune into radio stations.
This button is used to select the input signal format.
This sensor receives control signals from the remote control-
ler.
These buttons are used to select the audio and video sources:
CD, DVD, TAPE, TUNER, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, or VIDEO 3.
These buttons are used to select the listening modes.
This button is used to adjust various speaker-related parame-
ters.
This button is used to select radio presets and adjust parameter
This button is used to set the Bass, Treble, Late Night, Cinema
Filter, Center Image, Panorama, Dimension, and Center Width
functions.
values.
This control is used to set the volume of the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E.
These S-Video, composite video (RCA/phono), and analog
audio (RCA/phono) inputs can be used to connect a video
camera or games console.
These buttons are used to turn speaker sets A and B on and off.
Display
1
2
3
4
5
6
function is on.
For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis.
RDS (European model only) (31): This indicator lights
up when the TX-SR501E is tuned into a radio station that sup-
ports RDS (Radio Data System).
Indicator A lights up when speaker set A is on. Indicator B
lights up when speaker set B is on.
radio presets.
This indicator flashes when the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is
muted.
FM STEREO (31): This indicator lights up when the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is tuned into a stereo FM station.
These indicators display information about the currently
selected source and listening mode.
This indicator lights up when the Sleep function has been set.
6 Message area
TUNED (30): This indicator lights up when the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E is tuned into a radio station.
This area of the display shows various information about the
currently selected source.
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Controls & Connectors—Continued
Rear Panel
1
2
3
4
5
6
COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT
ANTENNA
AM
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/2/3 DVD IN
AC OUTLET
Y
FRONT
SPEAKERS
FRONT
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
CENTER
SWITCHED
100W MAX.
B
SPEAKERS
A
SPEAKER
PB
PR
L
L
VIDEO 2
IN
VIDEO 1
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
OUT
IN
REMOTE
L
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
R
R
1
R
S VIDEO
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
120V
SURROUND BACK
SPEAKER
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
220-230V
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
Worldwide
model only
7 8 9 J K
L
M
N
O
For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis.
K
This
the
(Remote Interactive) connector can be connected to
connector on another Onkyo AV component, for
These RCA/phono connectors can be used to connect a TV,
DVD player, or other AV component with component video
inputs and outputs.
example, a CD player, DVD player, or cassette recorder. The
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s remote controller can then be used
to control that component. To use
, you must make an ana-
log RCA/phono connection between your TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E and the other AV component, even if they are
connected digitally.
These push terminals are for connecting an AM antenna.
This connector is for connecting an FM antenna.
These connectors can be used to connect a VCR or other AV
component. There are RCA/phono connectors for connecting
to stereo analog audio inputs and outputs, and S-Video and
composite video (RCA/phono) connectors for connecting to
video inputs and outputs.
These push terminals are for connecting speaker set B.
E FRONT SPEAKERS A, SURROUND SPEAKERS,
CENTER SPEAKER & SURROUND BACK
These terminal posts are for connecting speaker set A, includ-
ing the front, surround, center, and surround-back speakers.
They accept bare wires or banana plugs (European models
don’t accept banana plugs).
The FRONT, SURR, CENTER, and SUBWOOFER RCA/
phono connectors can be used to connect AV components with
multiple analog audio outputs, including DVD players with
individual 5.1 surround analog outputs. There’s an S-Video
input and composite video (RCA/phono) input for connecting
the video signal.
This switched AC outlet can be used to supply power to
another AV component. The connector type depends on the
country in which you purchased your TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E.
These S-Video and composite video (RCA/phono) outputs can
be connected to the video input on your TV or projector.
O VOLTAGE SELECTOR (Worldwide model only)
These optical and coaxial connectors can be used to connect a
CD, DVD, or LD (laser disc) player, or other AV component
with digital outputs.
This voltage selector provides compatibility with power sys-
tems around the world.
This RCA/phono connector can be used to connect an active
subwoofer.
Tip:
A turntable with a built-in preamp can be connected to a pair of
unused TX-SR501/TX-SR501E analog inputs. To connect a
turntable without a built-in preamp, you’ll need a commer-
instructions supplied with your phono preamp and turntable for
more information.
These RCA/phono connectors can be used to connect a CD
player with analog outputs.
These RCA/phono connectors can be used to connect a cas-
sette recorder, MiniDisc recorder, or other recorder with ana-
log inputs and outputs.
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Controls & Connectors—Continued
This page describes only those buttons that can be used to
control the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E when the remote con-
troller is in RCVR mode (Receiver mode). The other modes,
and information on using the remote controller to control
Remote Controller—RCVR Mode
RC-518M (North American model)
1
J
K
To select RCVR mode, press the [RCVR] button.
For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis.
2
3
L
This button is used to set the Sleep function. This function can
be set only with the remote controller.
Press this to select
RCVR mode
4
5
This button is used to set the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E to On or
Standby.
M
These buttons are used to select the listening modes.
N
O
This button is used to set the Cinema Filter function.
This button is used to set the Late Night function.
6
7
8
These buttons are used to set the level of each speaker individ-
ually. This function can be set only with the remote controller.
P
9
This button is used to select analog or digital inputs for the
CD, DVD, TAPE, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, and VIDEO 3 sources.
These buttons are used to select the audio and video sources:
CD, DVD, TAPE, TUNER, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, and
VIDEO 3.
RC-479S (other models)
1
J
K
This button is used to mute the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E. This
function can be set only with the remote controller.
2
3
L
These buttons are used to select radio presets.
Press this to select
RCVR mode
This button is used to adjust the display brightness.
4
5
M
These buttons are used to select the remote controller modes.
To select RCVR mode, press the [RCVR] button.
N
O
These buttons are used to turn on and off speaker sets A and B
individually.
This button is used to set the Bass, Treble, Late Night, Cinema
Filter, Center Image, Panorama, Dimension, and Center Width
functions.
6
7
8
These buttons are used to adjust the functions selected with
the AUDIO ADJUST button.
P
9
These buttons are used to set the volume of the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E.
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ConnectingYour AV Components
RCA/phono AV Connection Color Coding
Before Making Any Connections
RCA/phono AV connections are usually color coded: red,
white, and yellow. Use red plugs to connect right-channel
audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled “R”). Use white
plugs to connect left-channel audio inputs and outputs (typi-
cally labeled “L”). And use yellow plugs to connect compos-
ite video inputs and outputs.
• Read the manuals supplied with your AV components.
• Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed all
audio and video connections.
Optical Digital Inputs
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s optical digital connectors
have a shutter-type cover that opens when an optical plug is
inserted, and closes when it’s removed. Push the plug in all
the way.
Right (red)
Right (red)
Analog audio
Left (white)
Left (white)
Composite video
(Yellow)
(Yellow)
Right!
• Push the plugs in all the way to make
a good connection.
• To prevent interference, keep audio
and video cables away from power
cords and speaker cables.
Wrong!
AV Cables & Connectors
Video
P
R
/CR
P
R
/ CR
Component video separates the luminance (Y) and color
difference signals (PR, PB), providing the best picture
quality. Some TV manufacturers label their component
video inputs differently.
Component
video
Y
PB
PR
/
/
PB
C
B
PB
C
B
Y
Y
S VIDEO
VIDEO
S-Video provides better picture quality than composite
video.
S-Video
Composite video can be found on virtually all TVs,
VCRs, and video equipment.
Composite
video
Audio
Optical digital audio connections provide better audio
quality than analog connections. Audio quality is the
same as for coaxial.
OPTICAL
Optical digital
Coaxial digital audio connections provide better audio
quality than analog connections. Audio quality is the
same as for optical.
COAXIAL
AUDIO
Coaxial digital
Analog
RCA/phono analog audio connectors can be found on
virtually all AV components.
L
R
To connect anAV component with multiple analog audio
outputs, for example, a DVD player with individual 5.1
surround analog outputs, you need to make six connec-
tions, which can be done with three stereo RCA/phono
audio cables.
SURR CENTER
FRONTL
Multi-channel
connection
R
SUB
WOOFER
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ConnectingYour AV Components—Continued
Which Connections To Use?
Using the AC OUTLET
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E offers several connection for-
mats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment.
The format you choose will depend on the formats supported
by your AV components. Use the following sections as a
guide.
The switched AC outlet on the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s
rear panel can be used to supply power to another AV com-
ponent, as shown. The connector type depends on the country
in which you purchased your TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
AM
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AC OUTLET
Y
AC 120V 60Hz
SWITCHED
MAX.
FRONT
FRONT
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
CENTER
SPEAKERS
B
SPEAKERS
A
SPEAKER
When connecting video equipment, you need to make video
and audio connections.
120W
1
A
PB
PR
L
L
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
REMOTE
L
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
R
R
1
R
S
VIDEO
SURROUND BACK
SPEAKER
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
Video Connection Formats
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
Video equipment can be connected to the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E using the following video connection formats:
composite video, S-Video, or component video, the latter
offering the best picture quality.
AV component
When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E doesn’t convert between formats, so
only output connectors of the same format as the input con-
nector will output a signal, as shown below.
Make sure that the wattage requirements of the AV compo-
nent that you connect to the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s AC
outlet do not exceed the maximum wattage printed on the
rear panel.
For example, if you connect your DVD player to the
S-VIDEO DVD IN, a video signal will be output by the
S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT (for your TV) and the S-VIDEO
VIDEO 1 OUT (for your VCR), but not the composite video
or component video outputs.
TV,
projector,
DVD player,
etc.
TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E
etc.
Output
IN
OUT
Input
Composite
S-Video
Composite
S-Video
Composite
S-Video
Component
Component
Component
Audio Connection Formats
Audio equipment can be connected to the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E using the following audio connection formats:
analog, optical, coaxial, and multi-channel (5.1).
When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E doesn’t convert between formats, as
shown below.
For example, audio signals connected to the OPTICAL or
COAXIAL digital input are not output by the analog TAPE
OUT connectors, 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 connectors.
DVD player,
etc.
TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E
MD recorder,
etc.
Output
Input
IN
OUT
Optical
Coaxial
Analog
Optical Not output
Coaxial Not output
Analog
Analog
Multi-channel
Multi-channel Not output
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ConnectingYour AV Components—Continued
ConnectingYour TV or Projector
Connecting a DVD player
■ Using Composite Video
Video Connections
Use a composite video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s VIDEO MONITOR OUT to a composite
video input on your TV, as shown.
■ Using Composite Video
Use a composite video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s VIDEO DVD IN to the composite video out-
put on your DVD player, as shown.
MONITOR
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
VIDEO
PB
PR
• Your TV must also be connected via composite video.
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
DVD
IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
S
VIDEO
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
FRONTL
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
PB
PR
VIDEO IN
R
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
R
R
VIDEO OUT
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
REMOTE
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
S
VIDEO
DVD player
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
FRONTL
IN
OUT
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
TV, projector, etc.
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
■ Using S-Video
Use an S-Video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s S VIDEO DVD IN to the S-Video output on
your DVD player, as shown.
■ Using S-Video
Use an S-Video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s S VIDEO MONITOR OUT to an S-Video
input on your TV, as shown.
• Your TV must also be connected via S-Video.
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
MONITOR
OUT
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
DVD
IN
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
PB
PR
Y
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
S VIDEO
IN
OUT
IN
REMOTE
PB
PR
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
S
VIDEO
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
S VIDEO OUT
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
FRONTL
L
S
VIDEO
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
DVD player
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
R
L
R
R
L
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
S VIDEO IN
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
TV, projector, etc.
■ Using Component Video
Use a component video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s COMPONENT DVD IN connectors to the
component video outputs on your DVD player, as shown.
■ Using Component Video
• Your TV must also be connected via component video.
Use a component video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s COMPONENT VIDEO OUT connectors to
the component video inputs on your TV, as shown.
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
DVD IN
AM
Y
Y
PB
PR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
REMOTE
CONTROL
PB
PR
DIGITAL INPUT
COAXIAL
VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
OPTICAL
2
OUT
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
1
AM
Y
S
VIDEO
Y
PB
PR
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
FRONTL
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
REMOTE
PB
PR
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
R
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
R
R
1
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
S
VIDEO
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
FRONTL
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
DVD player
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
PB
PR
Y
TV, projector, etc.
COMPONENT
VIDEO IN
Y
PB
PR
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ConnectingYour AV Components—Continued
■ Using Multi-channel Connections
Audio Connections
Use a multi-channel RCA/phono audio cable to connect the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s L/R FRONT, L/R SURR, CEN-
TER, and SUB WOOFER DVD IN connectors to the 5.1 ana-
log outputs on your DVD player, as shown.
■ Using Optical or Coaxial Connections
• Use an optical digital audio cable to connect the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s OPTICAL 1 DIGITAL INPUT
to the optical output on your DVD player, as shown.
Alternatively, use three stereo RCA/phono audio cables.
OR
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
FRONT SURR CENTER
L
AM
Y
• Use a coaxial digital audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s COAXIAL DIGITAL INPUT to the coaxial
output on your DVD player, as shown.
PB
PR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
R
S
VIDEO
SUB
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
WOOFER
FRONTL
DVD
L
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
L
AM
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
Y
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
PB
PR
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
COAXIAL
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICAL
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
1
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
Connect one or the other
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
DVD player
Initially, the OPTICAL 1 digital input is assigned to the DVD
input source. If you connect your DVD player to a different
digital input, you’ll need to assign that input to the DVD
CENTER
SUB
■ Using Analog Connections
Even if your DVD player is connected digitally (coaxial or
DVD player
L
L
optical), to use
, or to record audio from your DVD
R
R
player, you’ll need to make analog connections as well.
FRONT SURR
WOOFER
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s FRONT DVD IN connectors to the analog
audio outputs on your DVD player, as shown.
If your DVD player has L/R outputs and multi-channel 5.1
outputs, be sure to use the L/R outputs.
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
PB
PR
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
S
VIDEO
FRONT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
FRONTL
IN
OUT
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
L
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
R
DVD
DVD player
L
R
AUDIO
OUTPUT
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ConnectingYour AV Components—Continued
Connecting a VCR for Playback
Connecting a D-VHS Recorder
Video Connections
Video connections
• Use an S-Video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s S VIDEO VIDEO 2 IN to the S-Video out-
put on your VCR, as shown. Your TV must also be con-
nected via S-Video.
Use a component video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s COMPONENT VIDEO 1/2/3 IN connectors
to the component video outputs on your D-VHS recorder, as
shown.
• Your TV must also be connected via component video.
OR
• Use a composite video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s VIDEO VIDEO 2 IN to a composite video
output on your VCR, as shown.Your TV must also be con-
nected via composite video.
Audio connections
• Use a coaxial digital audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s COAXIAL DIGITAL INPUT to the coaxial
output on your D-VHS recorder, as shown.
Audio Connections
OR
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s L/R VIDEO 2 IN connectors to the analog
audio outputs on your VCR, as shown.
• Use an optical digital audio cable to connect the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL INPUT
to the optical output on your D-VHS recorder, as shown.
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
COMPONENT VIDEO
Y
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
OUT
AM
Y
PB
PR
PB
PR
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
IN
NITOR
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
VIDEO 2
IN
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
VIDEO 1/2/3
IN
S
VIDE
1
S
VIDEO
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
VIDEO
Y
L
FRONTL
N
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
S VIDEO
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
R
PB
PR
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
IN
Connect one
or the other
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
2
VIDEO 2
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
L
R
Connect one
or the other
VIDEO OUT
AUDIO
OUTPUT
S VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
VCR
D-VHS recorder
You may need to change the input source to digital input
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ConnectingYour AV Components—Continued
Connecting a VCR for Recording
Connecting a Camcorder, Games
Console, etc.
If your TV has AV outputs and you want to record from your
TV to your VCR via the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E, make the
following connections.
Video Connections
• Use an S-Video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s SVIDEOVIDEO 2 IN to an S-Video output
on your TV, and use another S-Video cable to connect the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s S VIDEO VIDEO 1 OUT to an
S-Video input on your VCR, as shown.
■ Using S-Video
Use an S-Video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s S VIDEO VIDEO 3 INPUT to the S-Video
output on your camcorder, games console, etc., as shown.
• Your TV must also be connected via S-Video.
OR
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
• Use a composite video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s VIDEO VIDEO 2 IN to a composite video
output on your TV, and use another composite video cable
to connect the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’sVIDEOVIDEO 1
OUT to a composite video input on your VCR, as shown.
SURROUND
ADJUST
POWER
STANDBY
ON
OFF
LEVEL CONTROL
SUBWOOFER
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
B
DISPLAY
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
CH SEL
LEVEL
TAPE
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
PHONES
AUDIO
SELECTOR
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
INPUT
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TUNER
C
D
S
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s L/R VIDEO 2 IN connectors to the analog
audio outputs on your TV, and use another RCA/phono audio
cable to connect the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s L/RVIDEO 1
OUT connectors to the analog audio inputs on your VCR, as
shown.
S VIDEO OUT
S VIDEO
Camcorder,
games console, etc.
■ Using Composite Video
Use a composite video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
PB
PR
TX-SR501E’s VIDEO VIDEO 3 INPUT to the composite
video output on your camcorder, games console, etc., as
shown.
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
S
VIDEO
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
• Your TV must also be connected via composite video.
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DV
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
Connect one
or the other
SURROUND
ADJUST
POWER
STANDBY
VIDEO 2
IN
VIDEO 1
OUT
ON
OFF
LEVEL CONTROL
SUBWOOFER
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
B
DISPLAY
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
CH SEL
LEVEL
TAPE
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
PHONES
AUDIO
SELECTOR
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
INPUT
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TUNER
C
D
VIDEO
VIDEO
S
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
S VIDEO
S VIDEO
OUT
IN
VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
Camcorder,
games console, etc.
Connect one
or the other
Audio Connections
L
R
L
R
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s L/R VIDEO 3 INPUT connectors to the ana-
log audio outputs on your camcorder, games console, etc., as
shown.
VIDEO
OUT
S VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
OUTPUT
VIDEO
IN
S VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
INPUT
TV
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
SURROUND
ADJUST
POWER
STANDBY
VCR
ON
OFF
LEVEL CONTROL
SUBWOOFER
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
B
DISPLA
Y
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
CH SEL
LEVEL
TAPE
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
PHONES
AUDIO
SELECTOR
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
INPUT
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TUNER
C
D
S
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
Note:
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E must be turned on (not
Standby) in order to record.
If you want to record from your TV to your VCR without
going through the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E, connect your
TV’s AV outputs directly to your VCR’s AV inputs. See the
manuals supplied with your TV and VCR for details.
AUDIO
OUTPUT
L
AUDIO
R
L
Camcorder,
games console, etc.
R
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ConnectingYour AV Components—Continued
Audio Connections
Connecting a Satellite/Cable Tuner, LD
player, etc.
■ Using Coaxial or Optical Connections
• Use a coaxial digital audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s COAXIAL DIGITAL INPUT to the coaxial
output on your satellite/cable tuner, LD player, etc., as
shown.
Video Connections
■ Using Composite Video
Use a composite video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s VIDEO VIDEO 2 IN to the composite video
output on your satellite/cable tuner, LD player, etc., as
shown.
OR
• Use an optical digital audio cable to connect the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL INPUT
to the optical output on your satellite/cable tuner, LD
player, etc., as shown.
• Your TV must also be connected via composite video.
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
PB
PR
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
VIDEO 2
IN
Y
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
V
PB
PR
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
S
VIDEO
IN
OUT
COAXIAL
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICAL
2
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
1
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
R
R
L
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
Satellite/cable tuner, LD player, etc.
Connect one or the other
VIDEO OUT
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
■ Using S-Video
Use an S-Video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s S VIDEO VIDEO 2 IN to the S-Video output
on your satellite/cable tuner, LD player, etc., as shown.
Satellite/cable tuner,
LD player, etc.
• Your TV must also be connected via S-Video.
Initially, the VIDEO 2 input source is assigned to OPTICAL
2. If you connect to different audio input, you’ll need to
assign that input to the VIDEO 2 input source (see page 24).
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
VIDEO 2
IN
PB
PR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
IN
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
S
VIDEO
■ Using Analog Connections
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
If your satellite/cable tuner, LD player, etc., doesn’t have dig-
ital audio outputs, or you want to record from it, you’ll need
to make the following analog connections.
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s L/R VIDEO 2 IN connectors to the analog
audio outputs on your satellite/cable tuner, LD player, etc., as
shown.
Satellite/cable tuner, LD player, etc.
S VIDEO OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
■ Using Component Video
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
Use a component video cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s COMPONENT VIDEO 1/2/3 IN connectors
to the component video outputs on your satellite/cable tuner,
LD player, etc., as shown.
PB
PR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
REMOTE
IN
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
S
VIDEO
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
• Your TV must also be connected via component video.
R
R
VIDEO 2
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
VIDEO 1/2/3
IN
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
Y
PB
PR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
AUDIO
OUTPUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
PB
PR
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
Satellite/cable tuner, LD player, etc.
1
S
VIDEO
L
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
COMPONENT
VIDEO OUT
Note:
Y
To connect the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E to a LD player’s
AC-3RF output, you need a commercially available demod-
ulator.
PB
PR
Satellite/cable tuner, LD player, etc.
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ConnectingYour AV Components—Continued
Connecting a CD Player
Connecting a Turntable
■ Using Coaxial or Optical Connections
■ Turntable with a Built-in Phono Preamp
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s L/R TAPE IN connectors to the audio outputs
on your turntable, as shown.
• Use a coaxial digital audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s COAXIAL DIGITAL INPUT to the coaxial
output on your CD player, as shown.
OR
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
• Use an optical digital audio cable to connect the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL INPUT
to the optical output on your CD player, as shown.
PB
PR
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
S
VIDEO
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
FRONTL
IN
OUT
L
L
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
PB
PR
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL
2
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
AUDIO
OUTPUT
1
IN
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
R
R
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
TAPE
Connect one or the other
■ Turntable without a Built-in Phono Preamp
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s L/R TAPE IN connectors to the audio outputs
on your phono preamp, and use another RCA/phono audio
cable to connect the phono preamp’s inputs to your turntable,
as shown.
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
CD player
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
Initially, the COAXIAL digital input is assigned to the CD
input source. If you connect your CD player to a different
digital input, you’ll need to assign that input to the CD input
PB
PR
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
S
VIDEO
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
■ Using Analog Connections
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
Even if your CD player is connected digitally (coaxial or
optical), to use
, or to record audio from your CD player,
AUDIO
OUTPUT
you’ll need to make analog connections as well.
IN
L
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s L/R CD IN connectors to the analog audio
outputs on your CD player, as shown.
R
TAPE
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
Phono preamp
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
PB
PR
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
IN
REMOTE
AUDIO
OUTPUT
CONTROL
AUDIO
INPUT
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
L
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
S
VIDEO
L
L
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
FRONTL
IN
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
CD
R
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
AUDIO
OUTPUT
CD player
L
R
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ConnectingYour AV Components—Continued
■ Turntable with an MC-type (Moving Coil) Cartridge
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s L/R TAPE IN connectors to the audio outputs
on your phono preamp. Use another RCA/phono audio cable
to connect the phono preamp’s inputs to your MC head amp’s
outputs. And use another RCA/phono audio cable to connect
the MC head amp’s inputs to your turntable, as shown.
Connecting a DAT or CD/MD Recorder
■ Using Coaxial or Optical Connections (playback only)
• Use a coaxial digital audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s COAXIAL DIGITAL INPUT to the coaxial
output on your DAT or CD/MD recorder, as shown.
OR
• Use an optical digital audio cable to connect the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL INPUT
to the optical output on your DAT or CD/MD recorder, as
shown.
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
PB
PR
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
IN
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
S
VIDEO
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
Y
PB
PR
AUDIO
INPUT
AUDIO
OUTPUT
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
REMOTE
Phono preamp
IN
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICAL
2
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
COAXIAL
1
L
L
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
FRONTL
IN
OUT
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
TAPE
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
MC head amp
Connect one or the other
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL
AUDIO
OUTPUT
AUDIO
INPUT
L
L
R
R
DAT or CD/MD
recorder
Connecting a Cassette Recorder
You may need to change the input source to digital input
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s L/R TAPE IN connectors to the cassette
recorders outputs, and use another RCA/phono audio cable
to connect the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s L/R TAPE OUT
connectors to the cassette recorders inputs, as shown.
■ Using Analog Connections (recording & playback)
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s L/R TAPE IN connectors to the DAT or CD/
MD recorder outputs, and use another RCA/phono audio
cable to connect the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s L/R TAPE
OUT connectors to the DAT or CD/MD recorder inputs, as
shown.
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AM
Y
PB
PR
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
OUT
IN
S
VIDEO
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
AM
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
FRONT
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR NTER
L
Y
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
PB
PR
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
TAPE
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
S
VIDEO
OUT
IN
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR
FRONTL
IN
OUT
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
REC PLAY
(IN) (OUT)
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
TAPE
/
IN
OUT
DAT or CD/MD recorder
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Connecting -compatible AV Components
■ Auto Source Select
When you press the play button on an AV component con-
With
compatible Onkyo CD player, DVD player, or cassette
recorder with the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s remote control-
(Remote Interactive) you can control your
-
nected via
, the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E automatically
selects that AV component as the input source.
ler, and use the following special
functions:
■ Auto Power Off
■ Auto Power On
When you set the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E to Standby, allAV
When you turn on anAV component connected via
while
components connected via
also enter Standby.
the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is in Standby, the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E automatically turns on and selects that AV com-
ponent as the input source.
This function will not work if the AV component’s power
cord is connected to the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s AC OUT-
LET, or if the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is already on.
control the other functions of your
ponents.
-compatible AV com-
Connecting
-compatible Components
To use
, you need to connect the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s
connector to the
connector on the other AV component
with an
cable. An
cable is supplied with each
-compatible CD player, DVD player, and cassette recorder.
Example:
Onkyo DVD player
Connecting several
-compatible
Onkyo AV components
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
REMOTE
CONTROL
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E
L
REMOTE
CONTROL
R
ANALOG
OUTPUT
connector
Onkyo CD player
connector
You must make an analog
Onkyo cassette
recorder
RCA/phono connection
between your TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E and AV
cable
component, even if they are
connected digitally.
COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT
ANTENNA
AM
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/2/3 DVD IN
Y
Disconnect the power
FRONT
FRONT
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
CENTER
SPEAKERS
B
SPEAKERS
A
SPEAKER
cord before making
PB
PR
L
L
any connections!
VIDEO 2
IN
VIDEO 1
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
OUT
IN
REMOTE
L
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
R
R
1
R
S VIDEO
SURROUND BACK
SPEAKER
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
Notes:
• Connect the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s
connector to
• Push the plugs in all the way to make a good connection.
only Onkyo AV components. Connecting to other manu-
facturer’s AV components may cause them to malfunction.
• Use only cables for connections.
• Some Onkyo
support the special functions described above.
-compatible AV components may not
• You must make an analog RCA/phono connection
between your TX-SR501/TX-SR501E and the otherAV
component, even if they are connected digitally.
• If an AV component has two
connectors, you can con-
nect either one to the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E. The other
connector is for connecting additional
components.
-compatible
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InstallingYour Speakers
■ Surround Speakers
Surround speakers add a sense of movement and put you, the
listener, in the middle of the action.
You can use two sets of speakers with your TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E: speaker set A and speaker set B.
With speaker set A, which should be installed in your main
listening room, and can be used with Dolby Digital or DTS
surround material, you can connect front-left, front-right,
center, surround-left, surround-right, surround-back, and
subwoofer speakers.
• The surround-left and surround-right speakers should be
installed at the sides, or slightly behind the listener, 2–3 ft.
(60–100 cm) above ear level, and against the side walls.
The surround-back speaker should be installed behind the
listener also at 2–3 ft. (60–100 cm) above ear level. Make
sure that the listening position is within the range of the
speakers.
With speaker set B, which can be installed in another room,
and used with stereo or mono material, you can connect a
pair of standard hi-fi speakers.
■ Subwoofer
You’ll need a subwoofer with a built-in power amp, what’s
known as an active subwoofer, to achieve the best bass per-
formance.
PositioningYour Speakers
Speaker-set B can be positioned in the standard position for
stereo speakers or where you like.
• The volume and quality of the bass output from your sub-
woofer will depend on its position, the shape of your listen-
ing room, and your listening position. In general, a good
bass sound can be obtained by installing the subwoofer in
a front corner, or at one-third the width of the wall, as
shown.
Speaker-setA, however, must be positioned at specific points
in your listening room to achieve the best results from sur-
round sound material. The following illustration shows the
best positions for your surround-sound speakers. Obviously,
the positions you choose will depend on the shape of your
room and the position of your TV or projector screen. Either
way, use this illustration as a guide and try to use the same
positions relative to your listening position.
1/3
1/3
1/3
TV/screen
Corner
Sub-
woofer
Center
speaker
1/3 wall
length
See the instructions supplied with your speakers for more
information.
Surround-left
speaker
Surround-right
speaker
Attaching the Supplied Speaker Labels
Speaker cables are two-wire cables, with one wire for con-
necting to the positive (+) terminal, and one for connecting to
the negative (–) terminal.
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s positive (+) speaker terminals
are color-coded for ease of identification. (The negative (–)
speaker terminals are black.)
Surround-back speaker
Speaker terminal
Color
To get the most from surround sound, you should connect all
seven speakers. However, if you don’t connect a center
speaker or surround speakers, you can still enjoy surround
sound material by specifying the number of speakers con-
nected, and the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E will produce the
best surround sound possible with the available speakers. See
Front left
Front right
Center
White
Red
Green
Blue
Surround left
Surround right
Surround back
Gray
Brown
The supplied speaker labels are also color-coded and you
should attach them to the positive side of each speaker cable
as appropriate. For example, put the white labels on the pos-
itive sides of the front-left speaker cable, as shown below.
Similarly, if you don’t have a subwoofer, you can turn off the
subwoofer so that bass sounds are produced by the other
speakers. See page 25.
■ Front Speakers
Front speakers consist of front-left, front-right, and center
speakers. The center speaker adds directionality and move-
ment.
• In general, the front-left, front-right, and center speakers
should be installed facing the listener at ear-level.
Front-left
speaker
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InstallingYour Speakers—Continued
Connecting Speaker Set A
ConnectingYour Speakers
Before you connect your speakers, read the following:
• Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
• Read the instructions supplied with your speakers.
Strip 5/8" (15 mm) of insu-
1
5/8" (15 mm)
lation from the ends of the
speaker cables, and twist
the bare wires tightly, as
shown.
• Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other
words, connect positive (+) terminals only to positive (+)
terminals, and negative (–) terminals only to negative (–)
terminals. If you get them the wrong way around, the
sound will be out of phase and will sound odd.
Unscrew the terminal.
2
• Only use speakers with an impedance of between 6 and 16
ohms. Connecting speakers with an impedance of less than
6 ohms may damage your TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
Fully insert the wire.
3
• Unnecessarily long, or very thin speaker cables may affect
the sound quality and should be avoided.
Screw the terminal tight.
• Be careful not to short the positive and
negative connections. Doing so may
damage your TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
4
• Don’t connect more than one cable to
each speaker terminal. Doing so may
damage your TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
Connecting Speaker Set B
Strip 3/8" (10 mm) of insu-
1
3/8" (10 mm)
• If you want to connect a single speaker instead of a pair of
speakers, don’t connect it to both the left and right speaker
terminals.
lation from the ends of the
speaker cables, and twist
the bare wires tightly, as
shown.
L
L
While pressing the lever, insert
the wire into the hole, and then
release the lever.
2
R
R
Make sure that the terminals are
gripping the bare wires, not the insu-
lation.
The following illustration shows which speakers should be connected to which terminals.
Speakers Set A
Active
sub-
woofer
Front-
right
speaker
Front-
left
speaker
Surround-
right
speaker
Surround-
left
speaker
Center
speaker
Surround-
back
speaker
The SUBWOOFER PRE
OUT should be connected
to the input on your active
subwoofer. If your
FM
75
AC OUTLET
subwoofer doesn’t have an
AC 120V 60Hz
SWITCHED
120W 1A MAX.
FRONT
FRONT
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
CENTER
SPEAKERS
B
SPEAKERS
A
SPEAKER
amp built-in, you’ll need to
L
L
use an external amp. See
the manual supplied with
DEO 2
IN
VIDEO 1
OUT IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
L
your subwoofer for more
VIDEO
R
R
information.
R
S VIDEO
SURROUND BACK
SPEAKER
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
Front-
right
speaker
Front-
left
speaker
Speakers Set B
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Connecting Antenna
This chapter explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM
antenna and AM loop antenna, and how to connect commer-
cially available outdoor FM and AM antennas.
Connecting the AM Loop Antenna
The supplied indoor AM loop antenna is for indoor use only.
AM antenna push terminals
FM antenna connector
Assemble the AM loop antenna, inserting
the tabs into the base, as shown.
1
COMPONENT VIDEO
ANTENNA
AM
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/
2
/
3
DVD IN
OUT
AC OUTLET
Y
FRONT
FRONT
SURROUND
SPEAKERS
CENTER
SWITCHED
100W MAX.
SPEAKERS
B
SPEAKERS
A
SPEAKER
PB
PR
L
L
VIDEO
IN
2
VIDEO
OUT
1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
REMOTE
L
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
R
R
1
R
S
VIDEO
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
SURROUND BACK
SPEAKER
120V
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
220-230V
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
1
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).
The supplied indoor FM antenna is for indoor use only.
Make sure that the wires are attached securely and
that the push terminals are gripping the bare wires,
not the insulation.
Attach the FM antenna, as shown.
1
■ North American Model
FM
75
Insert the plug fully
into the socket.
Push
Insert wire
Release
■ Other Models
AM
FM
75
Insert the plug fully
into the socket.
Once your TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is ready for use,
you’ll need to tune into an AM radio station and
adjust the position of the AM antenna to achieve the
best possible reception. Keep the antenna as far away
as possible from your TX-SR501/TX-SR501E, TV,
speaker cables, and power cords.
Once your TX-SR501/TX-SR501E 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.
Use thumbtacks or something similar to fix
the FM antenna into position.
2
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor AM loop antenna, try using it with a commercially
available outdoor AM antenna (see page 23).
Thumbtacks, etc.
Caution: Be careful that you don’t injure yourself
when using thumbtacks.
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM
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Connecting Antenna—Continued
Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna
Move the small wire inside the adapter from
position A to position B, as shown.
3
4
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied
indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM
antenna instead.
Position A
Wire
Position B
FM
75
Insert the central conductor (1), as shown,
and use a small pair of pliers to clamp the
shielding and outer insulation sections of
the cable (2), as shown.
Notes:
1
• Outdoor FM antennas work best outside, but usable results can
sometimes be obtained when installed in an attic or loft.
• For best results, install the outdoor FM antenna well away for tall
buildings, preferably with a clear line of sight to your local FM
transmitter.
2
• Outdoor antenna should be located away from possible noise
sources, such as neon signs, busy roads, etc.
Make sure the shielding is not touching the central
conductor.
• 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 reg-
ulations to prevent electrical shock hazards. See item 14 of the
“Important Safeguards” on page 2 of this manual.
Refit the adapter’s cover, and then plug the
5
adapter into the 75Ω socket.
Using the 75/300-ohm Antenna Adapter
Using a TV/FM Antenna Splitter
The 75/300-ohmAntennaAdapter is not supplied with North
American and European models.
It’s best not to use the same antenna for both FM and TV
reception, as this can cause interference problems. If circum-
stances demand it, use a TV/FM antenna splitter, as shown.
The 75/300-ohm antenna adapter can be used to connect an
FM antenna using either 75-ohm coaxial cable or 300-ohm
twin-core flat cable.
Connecting 300-ohm Flat Cable
TV/FM antenna splitter
Using a screwdriver, loosen the
two screws on the adapter, wrap
the bare wires around the
screws, and then retighten them,
as shown.
1
To AV reciever
To TV (or VCR)
Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna
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.
Plug the adapter into the 75Ω socket.
2
Outdoor antenna (aerial)
Insulated antenna cable
Connecting 75-ohm Coaxial Cable
AM loop antenna
AM
Strip and prepare the
75 ohm coaxial cable, as
shown.
15 mm
1
2
6
3
6
mm mm mm
1/4" 1/8" 1/4"
5/8"
Outdoor AM antennas work best when installed outside hor-
izontally, but good results can sometimes be obtained
indoors by mounting horizontally above a window. Note that
the AM loop antenna should be left connected.
Using your fingernails or a small screw-
driver, lever the adapter’s tabs outward and
remove the cover, as shown.
Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance with local
regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards. See item 14
of the “Important Safeguards” on page 2 of this manual.
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Powering Up & Setting Up the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E
This chapter explains basic settings that you need to make in
Important—First Time Setup
order to enjoy your TX-SR501/TX-SR501E after turning it
on for the very first time. These include, assigning input
TAPE
PRESET/ADJUST
DIGITAL INPUT
sources to digital inputs, specifying the number of speakers,
and setting the subwoofer mode, as explained on pages 24
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
SURROUND
PRESET/ADJUST
STANDBY
• Other models
• North American
model
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
DISPLAY
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
MEMORY
FM MODE
TUNING
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
CLEAR
AUDIO
SELECTOR
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
INPUT
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY/ON
S
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY/ON
SPEAKER ADJUST
Input selector buttons
SUBWOOFER MODE
POWER
ON
OFF
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
A
SPEAKERS
B
PHONES
CABLE/SAT
CD/DVD
Assigning Digital Inputs to Input Sources
With this function you can assignAV components (i.e., input
sources) with digital audio outputs to the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s digital inputs. You only need to change these
assignments if your connections don’t match the default
assignments listed in the following table.
POWER
Powering Up the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E
Before connecting the power cord, connect all your speakers
Input source
DVD
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICAL 1
Connect the power cord to a suit-
able wall outlet.
1
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
Not assigned
OPTICAL 2
Not assigned
Not assigned
COAXIAL
Turning on the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E
may cause a momentary power surge that
might interfere with other electrical
equipment on the same circuit. If this is a
problem, plug the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E into a different branch cir-
cuit.
CD
If, for example, you connect your DVD player’s coaxial dig-
ital audio output to the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s COAXIAL
DIGITAL INPUT, you’ll need to change the DVD input
source assignment from OPTICAL 1 to COAXIAL.
Press the [POWER] switch to turn
on the power (does not apply to the
North American model).
2
POWER
You can change the assignments as follows.
ON
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E enters
Standby mode, and the STANDBY indi-
cator comes on.
Press the input selector button for
the source that you want to assign:
[DVD], [VIDEO 1], [VIDEO 2],
[VIDEO 3], [TAPE], or [CD].
1
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
Notes:
TAPE
TUNER
CD
• The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is shipped
with the [POWER] switch in the ON
position.
The selected source appears on the dis-
play. (The value next to the input source is
the volume setting.)
• To completely shutdown the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E, press the
[POWER] switch.
Press the [DIGITAL INPUT] button.
The current source assignment appears, as
shown.
2
3
• The remote controller has no effect
while the [POWER] switch in the OFF
position.
DIGITAL INPUT
Press the [STANDBY/ON] button.
3
STANDBY/ON
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E comes on,
the display lights up, and the STANDBY
indicator goes off.
Use the [DIGITAL INPUT] button to
select COAX (COAXIAL), OPT1
(OPTICAL 1), OPT2 (OPTICAL 2), or
– – – – (no assignment).
DIGITAL INPUT
To turn off the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E,
press the [STANDBY/ON] button. The
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E will enter
Remote controller
Standby mode. To prevent any loud sur-
prises the next time you turn on your
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E, always turn
down the volume before turning it off.
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Powering Up & Setting Up the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E—Continued
If you’ve connected a MiniDisc recorder to the TAPE
Setting the Subwoofer Mode
inputs, you can set the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E so that
“MD” appears on the display instead of “TAPE.” Simply
press and hold the [TAPE] button until “MD” appears (about
two seconds).
With this function you can choose the surround channels
from which the subwoofer’s output is derived.
SUBWOOFER
MODE
Press the [SUBWOOFER MODE]
1
Notes:
button once.
The current subwoofer mode is displayed.
• For AV components that are connected to only analog
inputs, choose the “– – – –” setting.
• If you don’t press the [DIGITAL INPUT] button for three
seconds, the previous display reappears.
• You can also specify a signal format for the DIGITAL
Press the [SUBWOOFER MODE]
button repeatedly to select the fol-
lowing modes:
2
SUBWOOFER
MODE
Parameter Description
Specifying the Number of Speakers
The subwoofer outputs
Subwoofer
With this function you can specify the number of speakers
that you are using.
the low frequencies of all
Mode 1
channels.
The subwoofer outputs
Subwoofer the low frequencies of the
Press the [SPEAKER ADJUST]
button.
1
SPEAKER ADJUST
Mode 2
center and surround
channels only.
The current speaker configuration is dis-
played.
The subwoofer outputs
Subwoofer the LFE (Low Frequency
Use the PRESET/ADJUST [ ] [
buttons to specify the number of
speakers.
]
Mode 3
Effects) channel of 6.1
2
source material.
PRESET/ADJUST
The subwoofer output is
off. Choose this setting if
you’re not using a sub-
woofer, or want to turn off
your subwoofer.
Front left
Center Front right
Subwoofer
Off
Surround right
Surround back
Surround left
If you don’t press the [SUBWOOFER
MODE] button for three seconds, the pre-
vious display reappears.
The available settings are shown below.
6 speakers
Notes:
• If you use Mode 2 or Mode 3 with the Stereo listening
mode, your subwoofer may produce no sound when you
play material in certain surround formats, including
2-channel Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.
5 speakers
4 speakers
3 speakers
2 speakers
• The subwoofer mode cannot be set if a pair of headphones
are connected, speaker set B is on, or Multich is selected.
• The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E remembers the subwoofer
mode setting, so you only need to set it once.
Notes:
• Since some listening modes require a minimum number of
speakers, when you change the above setting, the listening
• This setting cannot be set if a pair of headphones are con-
nected, speaker set B is on, or Multich is selected.
• The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E remembers this setting, so
you only need to set it once.
nents through the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
To get the most out of your TX-SR501/TX-SR501E, you
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Configuring Speaker Set A
This chapter describes how to configure speaker set A to
achieve the best results from your surround sound system.
For a more accurate setting, look up the
frequency response in the manuals sup-
plied with your speakers and set accord-
ingly. In addition, listen to some music
that you know well and choose a higher
crossover frequency if you think there’s
not enough sound coming from the sub-
woofer; a lower setting if you think there’s
too much.
There is no speaker configuration for speaker set B.
• Before configuring, you must:
—Disconnect any headphones (see page 33)
—Turn off speaker set B (see page 32)
—Make sure that Multich is off (see page 29)
• The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E stores each setting, so you
only need to configure your speakers once.
Specifying Speaker Distances
PRESET/ADJUST
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 distance from
the listening position to each speaker.
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
SURROUND
PRESET/ADJUST
STANDBY
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
DISPLAY
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
MEMORY
FM MODE
TUNING
TAPE
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
CLEAR
AUDIO
SELECTOR
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
INPUT
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TUNER
CD
Measure and make a note of the
1
S
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
distance from the listening position
to each speaker.
You can specify speaker distances of
between 1 and 30 ft. in 1 ft. steps (0.3 and
9 meters in 0.3 meter steps).
SPEAKER ADJUST
Setting the Crossover Frequency
Press the [SPEAKER ADJUST] but-
2
To achieve 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 subwoofer and other
speakers (front, center, and surround).
SPEAKER ADJUST
ton three times. “Distance Setup”
appears on the display. Press the
button again to select one of the
following parameters.
If you’re not using a subwoofer, bass sounds are output by the
other speakers and this setting has no effect.
Parameter
Front
Description
Front-left and front-right
speakers
Press the [SPEAKER ADJUST] but-
1
SPEAKER ADJUST
ton twice.
Center
Center speaker
The current crossover frequency is dis-
played.
SurrRight Surround-right speaker
Surr Back Surround-back speaker
Surr Left
Surround-left speaker
Use the PRESET/ADJUST [ ] [
buttons to select a crossover fre-
quency.
]
2
Subwoofer Subwoofer
PRESET/ADJUST
Use the PRESET/ADJUST [ ] [
buttons to specify the speaker dis-
tance.
Use the [DISPLAY] button to select
meters or feet.
]
You can select: 60 Hz, 80 Hz, 100 Hz,
120 Hz, or 150 Hz.
3
4
PRESET/ADJUST
The following table lists the crossover fre-
quency you should choose depending on
the diameter of your front speakers.
Front speaker
diameter
Crossover
frequency
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for all six
parameters.
Larger than 8 inch
(20 cm)
60 Hz
Notes:
6-1/2–8 inch
(16–20 cm)
• The Center and Subwoofer distances should be 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), you should set the
Center and Subwoofer distances between 15 and 25 ft. (4.5
and 7.5 m).
80 Hz
5-1/4–6-1/2 inch
(13–16 cm)
100 Hz (default)
120 Hz
3-1/2–5-1/4 inch
(9–13 cm)
• The SurrRight, Surr Left, and Surr Back distances should
be 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), you should set the SurrRight, Surr Left, and
Surr Back distances between 5 and 25 ft. (1.5 and 7.5 m).
Less than 3-1/2 inch
(9 cm)
150 Hz
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Configuring Speaker Set A—Continued
When you’ve adjusted each
speaker, press the remote control-
ler’s [TEST] button.
3
The test tone stops and the previous dis-
play reappears.
CABLE/SAT
CD/DVD
Note:
If no adjustments are made for two minutes, this function is
cancelled automatically and the previous display reappears.
CH
+
CH SEL
TEST
LEVEL
/
VOLUME
/
Adjusting Individual Speaker Volume
With this function you can adjust the volume of each individ-
ual speaker so that you can hear all speakers equally at the
listening position.
Note:
You cannot use this function while the TX-SR501/
Press the remote controller’s
[TEST] button, and turn up the vol-
ume so that you can hear the test
tone sufficiently.
1
While each speaker outputs the test tone
(pink noise), its name appears on the dis-
play, as shown.
Use the remote controller’s
[CH SEL] button to select each
speaker, and use the LEVEL [ ] [ ]
buttons to adjust the volume.
2
Speakers are selected in the following
order: Left → Center → Right → Surr
Right → Surr Back → Surr Left → Sub-
woofer.
You can adjust the volume of each
speaker from –12 dB to +12 dB.
Notes:
• Only speakers that are included in the
current configuration output the test
• The subwoofer will not output the test
tone if it’s off. See “Setting the Sub-
• If you don’t press any buttons for two
seconds, the next speaker is selected
automatically.
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PlayingYour AV Components
This chapter explains how you can play yourAV components
through the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
To adjust the volume, use the MAS-
TER VOLUME control, or the
remote controller’s VOLUME [ ]
[ ] buttons.
4
MASTER VOLUME
components to the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
The volume can typically be set to MIN, 1
though 79, or MAX.
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
SURROUND
PRESET/ADJUST
STANDBY
Remote controller
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
DISPLAY
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
MEMORY
FM MODE
TUNING
TAPE
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
CLEAR
AUDIO
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
INPUT
SELECTOR
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TUNER
CD
S
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
Input selector
buttons
AUDIO
SELECTOR
SPEAKER
A&B
MASTER
VOLUME
Using Digital Inputs
CABLE/SAT
has priority over that input source’s analog input. To use the
analog input, set the input source’s format to Analog (see the
following section).
CD/DVD
SP A
SP B
Press [RCVR/
TAPE] to select
RCVR mode.
The format of the digital input signal appears on the display,
as shown: DOLBY DIGITAL, DTS, DTS-ES, or PCM (ste-
reo).
CH
+
CH SEL
LEVEL
/
AUDIO SEL
PCM
DTS
DTS-ES
DOLBY DIGITAL
Input selec-
tor buttons
VOLUME
/
Selecting the Source AV Component
Other Functions:
your AV components.
Use the following input selector
buttons to select the AV compo-
nent: [DVD], [VIDEO 1], [VIDEO 2],
[VIDEO 3], [TAPE], or [CD].
1
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
Listening Modes:
can use while listening to your AV components.
TAPE
TUNER
CD
The name of the selected source appears
on the display, as shown.
Remote Controller:
TX-SR501E’s remote controller to control your other AV
components.
Volume
A & B speakers indicators
Remote controller
Setting the Input Signal Format
Selected input source
With this function you can choose which signal format (ana-
log or digital) you want to use for AV components that are
connected to a digital input and analog input. When an input
source is assigned to an OPTICAL or COAXIAL digital
input (page 24), the digital input has priority over the corre-
sponding analog input. However, with this function you can
override that and force the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E to use the
analog input. In addition, you can set the DVD input source
to use the multi-channel inputs.
If you’re using a MiniDisc recorder, you
can set the display to show “MD” instead
Use the SPEAKERS [A] and [B] but-
tons, or the remote controller’s
[SP A] and [SP B] buttons to select
the speaker set that you want to
use.
A
SPEAKERS
B
2
Remote controller
Press the remote controller’s [RCVR/
TAPE] button to select RCVR mode
before using the remote controller.
Press the input selector button for
the source that you want to set:
[DVD], [VIDEO 1], [VIDEO 2],
[VIDEO 3], [TAPE], or [CD].
The name of the selected source appears
on the display.
1
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
The A and B speaker indicators show
whether each speaker set is on or off.
TAPE
TUNER
CD
Press the [AUDIO SELECTOR] but-
ton.
The current format appears on the display
for about three seconds.
AUDIO
SELECTOR
2
Start playback on the selected AV
component.
3
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PlayingYour AV Components—Continued
AUDIO
Using the Multi-Channel Inputs
SELECTOR
While the format is being dis-
played, use the [AUDIO SELEC-
TOR] button to select: Auto,
Analog, or Multich (DVD input
source only).
3
The multi-channel inputs are for connecting an AV compo-
nent with individual 5.1-surround analog outputs, such as a
DVD player or MPEG decoder.
nection information.
While “Auto” is displayed, the name of the digital input cur-
parenthesis. For example, “Auto (COAX).” The possible
inputs are OPT1, OPT2, and COAX.
Remote
controller
Press the remote controller’s [DVD]
input selector button, then [AUDIO
SEL] button to select “Multich.”
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The options are explained below.
Start playback on the AV compo-
nent.
Auto: The assigned digital input will have priority over the
analog inputs. If no digital signal is present, the analog inputs
will be used.
Analog: The analog inputs will be used even if the input
source (i.e., AV component) is connected digitally.
To adjust the volume of an individ-
ual speaker, use the remote con-
troller’s [CH SEL] button to select
it, and then use the LEVEL [ ] [ ]
buttons.
2
Multich: The multi-channel inputs will be used even if the
input source is connected digitally.
Notes:
• When you assign an input source to COAX, OPT1, or
was previously set toAnalog, it’s automatically set toAuto.
if the signal format for that input source was previously set
to Auto, it’s automatically set to Analog.
You can adjust the volume level of each individual speaker as
you like. For the front-left, front-right, center, surround-left,
and surround-right speakers, you can adjust the volume from
–12 dB to +12 dB. The subwoofer can be adjusted from
–30 dB to +12 dB.
Fixing the signal format at DTS or PCM
If you experience either of the following issues when playing
DTS or PCM source material with the Auto setting, you can
fix the signal format at PCM or DTS, as explained below.
Note that these settings work independently of the individual
speaker volume settings on page 27.
• If the beginnings of tracks from a PCM source are cut off
in Auto mode, try fixing the format at PCM.
• If noise is produced when fast forwarding or reversing a
DTS format CD or LD in Auto mode, try fixing the format
at DTS.
Enabling the Tone Controls
To use the Bass and Treble functions with the multi-channel
inputs, first you need to enable them. To do this, press the
[SURROUND] button. “Tone On” appears on the display.
You can now use the [AUDIO ADJUST] button to select the
Bass and Treble functions and adjust as explained on
page 37. To switch off the Bass and Treble functions, press
the [DIRECT] button. “Tone Off” appears on the display.
1) To fix the signal format, use the [AUDIO SELECTOR]
button, or the remote controller’s [AUDIO SEL] button to
select Auto.
2) While “Auto” is being displayed, use the PRESET/
ADJUST [ ] [ ] buttons to select: PCM, DTS, or Auto.
When the digital signal format is fixed at DTS or PCM,
only signals in the corresponding format will be output.
Digital signals in other formats will be ignored, and the
DTS or PCM indicator, depending on which format you
have set, will flash.
Notes:
• To use the multi-channel inputs, you must connect an AV
component with individual 5.1-surround analog outputs to
the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s multi-channel inputs.
• You can select Multich only when the DVD input source is
selected.
• While Multich is selected, you can’t select a listening
mode. If you select Multich while using a listening mode,
the listening mode will be cancelled.
• While Multich is selected, the speaker configuration set-
ting (page 25) is ignored, so even if you have specified two
speakers, the multi-channel input signals will be fed to the
front-left, front-right, center, surround-left, and surround-
right speakers regardless.
• While Multich is selected, the subwoofer mode (page
page 25) is ignored, so even if you have specified “Sub-
woofer Off,” the signal connected to the SUBWOOFER
DVD IN will be fed to the SUBWOOFER PRE OUT
regardless.
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Using the Tuner
This chapter explains how to use the built-in tuner.
Tuning into Radio Stations
You can store your favorite radio stations as presets for con-
venient selection.
Use the [TUNER] input selector
button to select either AM or FM.
1
MASTER VOLUME
PRESET/ADJUST
TUNING
TUNER
In this example, the FM band has been
selected.
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
SURROUND
PRESET/ADJUST
STANDBY
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
DISPLAY
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
MEMORY
FM MODE
TUNING
TAPE
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
Band
Frequency
CLEAR
AUDIO
SELECTOR
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
INPUT
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TUNER
CD
S
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
To adjust the volume, use the MAS-
TER VOLUME control.
The volume can typically be set to MIN, 1
though 79, or MAX.
2
3
MASTER VOLUME
MEMORY
TUNER
FM MODE
Press and hold the TUNING [ ] or
[ ] button for more than half a sec-
ond and then release it.
TUNING
PRESET
/
CABLE/SAT
CD/DVD
If you selected the FM band:
The AUTO indicator appears on the display and the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E searches for the next station auto-
matically. Searching stops when a station is found, and the
TUNED and FM STEREO indicators appear, as shown.
CH
+
TUNER
TUNED AUTO
FM STEREO
Setting the AM Tuning Interval
(Worldwide model only)
The North American model searches the FM band in
0.1 MHz intervals. For other models it’s 0.05 MHz.
If you selected the AM band:
If you’re using the Worldwide model (i.e., your TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E has a VOLTAGE SELECTOR on the rear
panel), you need to set the AM tuning interval for compati-
bility withAM broadcasts in your particular country. The ini-
tial setting is 9 kHz.
The frequency stops changing when you release the TUN-
ING button. The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E doesn’t automati-
cally search forAM stations.You must use the TUNING [ ]
[ ] buttons. Press repeatedly to change the frequency one
interval at a time, or press and hold to quickly change the
frequency. When you’re tuned into a station, the TUNED
indicator appears.
North America: 10 kHz
Other countries: 9 kHz
TUNER
To set the AM tuning interval, while
holding down the [TUNER] button,
press the [MEMORY] button.
The North American model steps through the AM band in
10 kHz intervals. For other models it’s 9 kHz.
To fine-tune the frequency, use the
4
TUNING [ ] [ ] buttons.
MEMORY
FM MODE
TUNING
If you’ve selected the FM band, be careful
EAR
that you don’t press either button for more
than half a second, otherwise the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E will start search-
ing for the next station.
Note:
All presets are deleted when you change this setting.
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Using the Tuner—Continued
Tuning into weak FM stations
Selecting Preset Stations
If the signal strength of the station you are trying to tune into
is poor, you may not be able to tune into that station, or recep-
tion may be noisy. In this case, press the [FM MODE] button
to select mono mode and disable auto-tuning (theAUTO and
FM STEREO indicators will go off), and try tuning manu-
ally.
You can easily select previously stored presets as follows.
Use the [TUNER] input selector
button to select either AM or FM.
In this example, the FM band has been
TUNER
1
selected.
Using RDS (European models only)
Remote controller
When tuned into an RDS (Radio Data System) station that's
broadcasting PS (Program Service Name) information, the
RDS indicator appears, as shown, and the name of the station
appears on the display. Only European models support RDS,
and only in areas where RDS is used.
Use the [PRESET/ADJUST] [ ] [
]
2
buttons, or the remote controller’s
PRESET [ ] [ ] buttons to select
the presets.
PRESET/ADJUST
In this example, preset #3 has been
selected.
Remote controller
Presetting Radio Stations
You can store up to 30 of your favorite radio stations as pre-
sets.
Deleting Presets
Tune into the station that you want
to store as a preset.
You can delete unwanted presets as follows.
1
Select the preset that you want to
delete.
1
See the previous section for more infor-
mation.
Press the [MEMORY] button.
The preset number flashes.
2
In this example, preset #3 has been
selected.
MEMORY
FM MODE
EAR
While the MEMORY indicator is dis-
played (about 8 seconds), use the
[PRESET/ADJUST] [ ] [ ] buttons
to select a preset from 1 through
30.
3
While holding down the [MEMORY]
button, press the [FM MODE] but-
ton.
The selected preset is deleted and its num-
ber disappears from the display, as shown.
2
PRESET/ADJUST
MEMORY
FM MODE
CLAR
In this example, preset #3 has been
selected.
Press the [MEMORY] button to
store the station.
4
MEMORY
FM MODE
The station is stored and the preset num-
ber stops flashing.
Other Functions:
the radio.
EAR
Repeat this procedure for all of your
favorite radio stations.
Listening Modes:
can use while listening to the radio.
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Common Functions
This chapter explains functions that can be used with any
input source.
Setting the Display Brightness
With this function you can adjust the brightness of the dis-
play.
SPEAKERS A & B
DISPLAY
DIMMER
Use the [DIMMER] button to select:
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
dim, dimmer, or normal brightness.
SURROUND
PRESET/ADJUST
STANDBY
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
DISPLAY
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
MEMORY
FM MODE
TUNING
TAPE
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
Remote controller
CLEAR
AUDIO
SELECTOR
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
INPUT
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TUNER
CD
S
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
PHONES
DIMMER
Displaying Source Information
This section explains how to display information about the
currently selected input source.
DIMMER
SLEEP
CABLE/SAT
Press the [DISPLAY] button.
DISPLAY
CD/DVD
SP A
SP B
Press the [DISPLAY] button repeatedly to
cycle through all the information avail-
able for the current input source.
Press [RCVR/
TAPE] to select
RCVR mode.
CH
+
When the input source is not AM or FM:
CH SEL
TEST
LEVEL
/
Input source
& volume
VOLUME
/
MUTING
Sound format*
Input source
& listening
mode
Turning Speaker Sets On & Off
You can turn on and off speaker sets A and B individually.
* If the input signal is analog, no sound format information
is displayed. For non-PCM digital sources, the sound format
is displayed. This information is displayed for about three
seconds, then the previously displayed information reap-
pears.
To turn on or off speaker set A, use
the SPEAKER [A] button, or the
remote controller’s [SP A] button.
To turn on or off speaker set B, use
the SPEAKER [B] button, or the
remote controller’s [SP B] button.
Press the remote controller’s [RCVR/
TAPE] button to select RCVR mode
before using the remote controller.
A
SPEAKERS
B
Remote controller
When the input source is AM or FM:
Band, frequency
& preset #
Indicator A lights up when speaker set A
is on. Indicator B lights up when speaker
set B is on.
Band &
listening mode
A & B speakers indicators
When the input source is an RDS radio station broadcast-
ing PS information (European models only):
Station name
& preset #
Note:
When you turn on speaker set B, the listening mode for
speaker set A is set to Stereo.
Band, frequency
& preset #*
Band &
listening mode
* This information is displayed for about five seconds, then
the previously displayed information reappears.
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Common Functions—Continued
• Only speakers that are included in the current configuration can
• The subwoofer cannot be selected if the subwoofer mode is set to
“Subwoofer Off” (page 25).
Muting the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E
(remote controller only)
With this function you can temporarily mute the output of the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
Remote controller
Using the Sleep Timer
(remote controller only)
Press the remote controller’s
[MUTING] button.
The output is muted and the MUTING
indicator flashes on the display, as shown.
With the sleep timer you can set the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E
so that it automatically turns off after a set period.
Remote controller
Press the [SLEEP] button repeat-
edly to select the required sleep
time.
You can set the sleep time from 90 to 10
minutes in 10 minute steps.
To unmute the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E, press the remote
controller’s [MUTING] button again,
or adjust the volume.
The output is unmuted and the MUTING
indicator goes off.
The SLEEP indicator appears on the dis-
play 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.
Muting is cancelled when the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is set
to Standby.
SLEEP indicator
Adjusting the Speaker Balance
Temporarily
To cancel the sleep timer, press the
[SLEEP] button repeatedly until the
SLEEP indicator disappears.
With this function you can adjust the volume level of each
individual speaker as you like. Unlike the individual speaker
be carried out while listening to your favorite music, and they
are temporary (i.e., they are not saved when the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E is set to Standby), although you can save them
if you want.
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.
Use the remote controller’s
[CH SEL] button to select each
Using Headphones
1
You can connect a pair of stereo headphones (1/4-inch phone
plug) to the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s PHONES jack for pri-
vate listening, as shown.
speaker, and use the LEVEL [ ] [ ]
buttons to adjust the volume.
Speakers are selected in the following
order: Left → Center → Right → Surr
Right → Surr Back → Surr Left → Sub-
woofer.
You can adjust the volume of each
speaker from –12 dB to +12 dB.
The name of the currently selected
speaker and its volume appear on the dis-
play, as shown.
Notes:
• Always turn down the volume before connecting your
headphones.
• Speaker sets A and B are turned off while the headphones
plug is inserted in the PHONES jack.
• When you connect a pair of headphones to the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E, the listening mode is set to Stereo, unless it’s
already set to Stereo or Direct. When you disconnect the
headphones, the previous listening mode is selected.
• When you use the multi-channel inputs, only the front-left
and front-right channels can be heard in the headphones.
To cancel this function, press the [CH SEL] button repeat-
edly until the previous display appears.
To save your adjustments, updating the settings described on
Notes:
• You cannot use this function while the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is
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Using the Listening Modes
With its built-in surround-sound decoders and DSP pro-
grams, the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E can transform your home
listening room into a movie theater or concert hall.
Listening mode availability depends on the format of the cur-
rently selected input signal. For example, the Dolby Digital
listening modes are available only while a Dolby Digital for-
mat signal is being received. Likewise, the DTS listening
modes are available only while a DTS format signal is being
received.
To get the most from surround sound, it’s important that you
install and configure your speakers correctly. See “Installing
The following table lists all the possible listening modes and
indicates which modes can be selected for each source for-
mat. The “Speakers” column lists the minimum number of
speakers (excluding subwoofer) necessary to use each mode.
The adjacent diagram graphically indicates which speakers
are actually used in that mode. If you use less than the mini-
mum number of speakers, some modes will not be available.
About the Listening Modes
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E provides a number of listening
modes for use with various types of source material, includ-
ing Dolby Digital, DTS, Pro Logic II, and Neo:6. In addition,
you can use the special Onkyo DSP programs, Orchestra,
Unplugged, and so on, to add surround effects to stereo
sources.
number of speakers connected.
Source format
Speakers*
Dolby Digital
DTS
Analog/
PCM
96 kHz
PCM
Listening mode
Direct
2-channel
Others
5.1
6.1
2
✔
✔
✔
✔
2
Stereo
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
PL II Movie
(Pro Logic II Movie)
3
3
3
4
3
6
✔
✔
✔
✔
PL II Music
(Pro Logic II Music)
✔
Neo: Cinema
(DTS Neo:6 Cinema)
Neo: Music
(DTS Neo:6 Music)
Dolby D
(Dolby Digital)
✔
✔
Dolby D EX
(Dolby Digital EX)
3
6
4
4
4
4
4
DTS
✔
✔
Matrix 6.1
Discrete 6.1
DTS-ES
Orchestra
Unplugged
Studio-Mix
TV Logic
All Ch St
✔
✔
✔
✔
✔
* This is the minimum number of speakers (excluding subwoofer) necessary to use each mode.
The adjacent diagrams graphically indicate which speakers are actually used in each mode: black means used, white means not used.
Center
Front left
Sur left
Front right
Subwoofer
Sur right
Sur back
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Using the Listening Modes—Continued
The listening modes are explained below.
• When listening to DTS material, using the pause, fast for-
ward, or reverse functions on your DTS-compatible player
may produce a short audible noise. This is normal.
Basic Modes
Direct: The selected input source is fed directly to the power-
amp stages and through to the front left and right speakers
with minimal processing. Use this mode when watching an
old movie that has a mono soundtrack, when listening to
either the left or right channel of multilingual material, or
when playing a DVD or other source that has multiplexed
audio, such as a karaoke DVD.
• When DTS material ends and the DTS signal transmission
stops, the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E remains in DTS listen-
ing mode, and the DTS indicator remains on. This is to pre-
vent noise when you use the pause, fast forward, or reverse
functions on your DTS-compatible player. If you switch
your player from DTS to PCM, because the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E does not switch formats immediately, you
may not hear any sound, in which case you should stop
your player for about 3 seconds, and then restart playback.
Stereo: The selected input source is processed as a stereo
signal and output by the front left and right speakers and sub-
woofer. Use this mode when listening to stereo sources.
• With some CD and LD players, you won’t be able to play-
back DTS material properly even though your player is
connected to a digital input on the TX-SR501/
Surround Modes
TX-SR501E. This is usually because the digital signal has
been processed (e.g., output level, sampling rate, or fre-
quency response changed) and the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E cannot recognize the signal as a genuine DTS
signal. In such cases, you may hear noise.
Pro Logic II Movie: Dolby Pro Logic II
Movie mode decoding for 5.1 surround.
Use this mode with DVDs and videos that bear the Dolby
Surround logo or TV programs that feature Dolby Surround.
You can also use this mode with stereo movies or TV pro-
grams and the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E will create a 5.1 sur-
round mix.
• The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s TAPE OUT and VIDEO 1
OUT connectors output only analog audio, so don’t try and
record a DTS CD or LD from these outputs because all
you’ll get is noise.
Pro Logic II Music: Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode. Use
this mode to add 5.1 surround to stereo sources such as music
CDs.
DTS-ES: DTS-ES decoding with up to 6.1 channels. Use this
mode with DVDs, LDs, or CDs that bear the DTS-ES logo.
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E supports both DTS-ES Discrete
6.1 and DTS-ES Matrix 6.1.
DTS Neo:6 Cinema: DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode. This mode
is intended for use with movies, providing surround sound
with a realistic sense of movement. Use this mode to add 6.1
surround to stereo movies, videos, and TV programs.
Discrete 6.1 is for use with material encoded in
the DTS 6.1 format. With an additional surround-
DTS Neo:6 Music: DTS Neo:6 Music mode. This mode uses
the surround channels to create a natural sound field that can-
not be produced with conventional stereo. Even with two-
channel music, a natural sound field can be produced from
the surround channels. Use this mode to add 6.1 surround to
stereo sources such as music CDs.
back channel, each 6.1 channel is digitally recorded for a
realistic sense of movement and space. You can enjoy this
format with CDs, DVDs, or LDs that bear the DTS-ES logo.
Matrix 6.1 allows you to play DTS 5.1 material
on a 6.1 channel system. Since DTS 5.1 material
includes information about the surround-back
channel, channels can be reconstructed for play-
back on a 6.1 channel system.You can enjoy this
format with CDs, DVDs, or LDs that bear the DTS-ES or
DTS logo.
Dolby Digital: Dolby Digital decoding with up
to 5.1 channels. With this format you can expe-
rience 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.
Dolby Digital EX: Dolby Digital EX decoding
with up to 6.1 channels. With an added sur-
DSP Modes
Orchestra: Suitable for classical or operatic music. The cen-
ter speaker is turned off and the surround channels are
emphasized in order to widen the stereo image. In addition,
it simulates the natural reverberation of a large hall.
round-back channel, this 6.1 channel format offers a height-
ened sense of space, for added realism with moving sounds
such as those that rotate 360 degrees or pass overhead. Dolby
Digital EX material can also be played on conventional 5.1
channel systems, in which case the surround-back channel
sound is divided between the left and right surround chan-
nels. Use this mode with DVDs that have a 5.1-channel
soundtrack and bear the Dolby Digital logo.
Unplugged: Suitable for acoustic instrument sounds, vocals,
and jazz music. By emphasizing the front stereo image, it
simulates the stage-front experience.
Studio-Mix: Suitable for rock and pop music. Listening to
music in this mode creates a lively soundfield with a power-
ful acoustic image, like being at a club or rock concert.
DTS: DTS decoding with up to 5.1 channels. This
digital surround format offers a surround sound
experience with exceptional fidelity. It’s com-
TV Logic: Adds realistic acoustics to TV programs produced
in a TV studio. In addition, it adds surround effects to the
entire sound and adds clarity to voices.
pressed digital audio data, with six completely separate chan-
nels (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
player in order to enjoy DTS material. Use this mode with
DVDs, LDs, or CDs that bear the DTS logo.
All Ch St (All Channel Stereo): Ideal for background
music. The front, surround, and surround-back channels cre-
ate a stereo image that fills the entire listening area.
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Using the Listening Modes—Continued
The options for each button are explained below:
Selecting the Listening Modes
[DIRECT] button
You can select the listening modes by using the following
buttons: [DIRECT], [STEREO], [SURROUND], [DSP], and
[A.STEREO] (the last button is available only on the remote
controller).
• This button selects the Direct listening mode, which can be
used with PCM, analog, and 96 kHz PCM sources.
[STEREO] button
DIRECT
STEREO
• This button selects the Stereo listening mode, which can be
used with any source format.
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
SURROUND
[SURROUND] button
PRESET/ADJUST
STANDBY
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
DISPLAY
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
MEMORY
FM MODE
TUNING
TAPE
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
CLEAR
• With PCM and analog sources, you can select the Pro
Logic II Movie, Pro Logic II Music, DTS Neo:6 Cinema,
and Neo:6 Music listening modes.
AUDIO
SELECTOR
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
INPUT
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TUNER
CD
S
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
• With Dolby Digital 2-channel sources, you can select the
Pro Logic II Movie and Pro Logic II Music listening
modes.
DSP
SURROUND
• With Dolby Digital sources with more than two or three
channels, you can select the following:
DSP
DIRECT
SURROUND
On: Dolby Digital EX listening mode.
Off: Dolby Digital listening mode.
STEREO
A.STEREO
CABLE/SAT
CD/DVD
Auto: If the source signal contains an EX flag, which is an
identification code for Surround EX, the Dolby Digital EX
listening mode is selected automatically. If not, the Dolby
Digital listening mode is used.
DTS-ES mode
DTS mode
Dolby Digital mode
These options appear only if you’re using, and have speci-
speakers, the Dolby Digital listening mode is used.
Neo:6 mode
Dolby Pro Logic II mode
• With DTS sources, you can select the following:
On: If the source signal contains a DTS-ES flag, which is
an identification code for DTS-ES, the DTS-ES Discrete
6.1 or DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 listening mode is selected auto-
matically. If not, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 is used.
Direct mode
Stereo mode
Off: The DTS listening mode is used for all DTS sources,
DSP mode
(Orchestra, Unplugged, etc)
even if a DTS-ES flag is present.
Auto: If the source signal contains a DTS-ES flag, the
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 or DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 listening
mode is selected automatically. If not, the DTS mode is
used.
Listening mode availability depends on the format of the
currently selected input signal and the number of speak-
ers that you are using. If you use less than the minimum
number of speakers, some modes will not be available.
These options appear only if you’re using, and have speci-
speakers, the DTS listening mode is used.
[DSP] button
Notes:
The remote controller’s [DSP] button works differently to the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s [DSP] button.
• You cannot select a listening mode when the Multich input
• TX-SR501/TX-SR501E [DSP] button:You can select the
following Onkyo DSP modes: Orchestra, Unplugged, Stu-
dio Mix, TV Logic, and All Ch St.
• While speaker set B is on, or a pair of headphones are
plugged in, you can only select the Direct or Stereo listen-
ing mode.
• Remote controller’s [DSP] button: You can select all of
the currently available listening modes (basic, surround,
and DSP).You can use this button even when a remote con-
troller mode other than RCVR/TAPE is selected (see
[A.STEREO] button
The button selects the All Ch St listening mode. (This button
is available only on the remote controller).
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Audio Adjust Functions
Using the Audio Adjust Functions
PRESET/ADJUST
These functions only work with speaker set A.
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
Audio Adjust provides various functions for adjusting the
sound, including several especially for use with Dolby Digi-
tal, DTS, and Pro Logic II material.
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
SURROUND
PRESET/ADJUST
STANDBY
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
DISPLAY
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
MEMORY
FM MODE
TUNING
TAPE
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
CLEAR
AUDIO
SELECTOR
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
INPUT
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TUNER
CD
The following table lists the Audio Adjust functions, their
ranges and default values. Function availability depends on
the current source and listening mode, as listed in the “Sup-
on listening modes.
S
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
AUDIO ADJUST
Supported
listening mode
Function
Range
Default
Bass
–12 dB to
+12 dB in 2 dB 0 dB
steps
CABLE/SAT
All modes except
Direct
CD/DVD
Press [RCVR/
TAPE] to select
RCVR mode.
CINE FLTR
LATE NIGHT
Treble
Late Night Low, High, Off
Dolby D
AUDIO ADJUST
PL II Movie
Dolby D/Dolby D EX
DTS/DTS-ES
ADJUST
/
Cinema
Filter
(Cine Fltr)
Off
CH
+
On, Off
Neo:6 Cinema
Center
Image
0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
3
Neo:6 Music
PL II Music
Use the [AUDIO/ADJUST] button to
select a function.
1
AUDIO ADJUST
Panorama On, Off
Off
Dimension 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
3
Center
Width
0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
6, 7
Remote controller
Function
Note:
Before pressing the remote controller’s
[AUDIO/ADJUST] button, press its
[RCVR/TAPE] button to select RCVR
mode.
Use the [PRESET/ADJUST]
buttons on the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E, or the ADJUST
buttons on the remote controller to
set the selected function.
2
PRESET/ADJUST
Remote controller
Note:
The Cinema Filter and Late Night functions can be con-
trolled from the remote controller by using the dedicated
[CINE FLTR] and [LATE NIGHT] buttons. First press the
remote controller's [RCVR/TAPE] button to select RCVR
mode, then press [CINE FLTR] or [LATE NIGHT] to display
the current setting; press again to change it.
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Audio Adjust Functions—Continued
■ Dimension (Pro Logic II Music)
With this function, you can move the soundfield backward or
forward.
The Audio Adjust functions are explained below.
■ Bass
With this function you can boost or cut low-frequency
sounds output by the front speakers from –12 dB to +12 dB
in 2 dB steps.
Dimension: 3............... the soundfield is in the normal
position.
Choose a lower setting to move the soundfield forward.
Choose a higher setting to move it backward.
■ Treble
With this function you can boost or cut high-frequency
sounds output by the front speakers from –12 dB to +12 dB
in 2 dB steps.
If the stereo image is too wide, or there’s too much surround
information, try moving the soundfield forward to achieve a
better balance. If the stereo image is too narrow, or it sounds
almost like it’s in mono, try moving the soundfield backward.
■ Late Night (Dolby Digital)
With this 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 watch-
ing movies late at night when you don’t want to disturb any-
one.
■ Center Width (Pro Logic II Music)
In Pro Logic II decoding, the center-channel signal is output
by the center speaker. If a center speaker is not used, the
decoder divides the center signal equally between the front
left and right speakers, producing what’s known as a “phan-
tom” center. With this function you can choose to have the
center-channel signal output by only the center speaker, by
only the front left and right speakers (“phantom” center), or
by a mix of the two.
Late Night=Off............no effect
Late Night=Low..........small reduction in dynamic range
Late Night=High .........big reduction in dynamic range
Note that the impact 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: 0........... the center-channel signal is output
only by the center speaker.
This function is automatically cancelled when you set the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E to Standby.
Center Width: 7........... it’s output only by the front left
and right speakers (“phantom”
center).
■ Cinema Filter
In home theaters, adding some width to the center channel
can improve the balance between the center and front left and
right speakers. Most stereo material will benefit from appro-
priate use of this function.
With this function, you can soften the harshness, or bright-
ness sometimes experienced with movie soundtracks, which
are typically mixed for reproduction in a movie theater.
■ Center Image (DTS Neo:6 Music)
The DTS Neo:6 surround format derives its center-channel
signal from stereo material, either analog or digital. In Music
mode, the center speaker is intended to augment the left and
right speakers, allowing them to faithfully reproduce the
original stereo mix. For this reason, the center channel sound
is not fully subtracted from the left and right channels. With
this function, you can adjust the amount of subtraction
depending on your room layout and personal preference.
Center Image: 5...........nothing is subtracted from the left
and right channels.
Center Image: 0...........the left and right channel levels
are halved (–6 dB), making the
center channel more dominant,
particularly useful when the lis-
tener is off-center.
This function has no effect on the level of the center speaker.
■ Panorama (Pro Logic II Music)
With this function, you can extend the front stereo image to
the surround speakers to provide a “wraparound” effect,
especially useful when not much sound is being output by the
surround speakers.
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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 dif-
ferent 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 the VIDEO 3 input and listen to the
audio from the CD input.
Recording the Input Source
You can record only to AV components that are connected to
the TAPE OUT or VIDEO 1 OUT connectors.
components to the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
MASTER VOLUME
In the following example, audio from the CD player con-
nected to the CD IN connectors, and video from the video
camera connected to theVIDEO 3 INPUTVIDEO connector
are recorded onto the VCR, which is connected to the
VIDEO 1 OUT connectors.
STANDBY/ON
DIRECT
STEREO
DSP
SURROUND
PRESET/ADJUST
STANDBY
SUBWOOFER
MODE
A
SPEAKERS
PHONES
B
DISPLAY
DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT
MEMORY
FM MODE
TUNING
TAPE
SPEAKER ADJUST
AUDIO ADJUST
CLEAR
AUDIO
SELECTOR
VIDEO
VIDEO
3
INPUT
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
TUNER
CD
S
VIDEO
L
AUDIO
R
Input selector buttons
Video camera
CH
+
: video signal
: audio signal
Input selector
buttons
COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT
ANTENNA
FM
75
VIDEO
IN
1
/2/3 DVD IN
AM
Y
PB
PR
VIDEO 2
IN
VIDEO 1
IN
DVD
IN
MONITOR
OUT
OUT
REMOTE
CONTROL
DIGITAL INPUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
2
COAXIAL
1
Use the following input selector
buttons to select the AV compo-
nent that you want to record.
S VIDEO
1
DVD
VIDEO
VCR
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
FRONTL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT
IN
SURR CENTER
L
L
SUBWOOFER
PRE OUT
R
TAPE
TUNER
CD
Audio signals from the selected input
source are output by the VIDEO 1 OUT
and TAPE OUT connectors.
R
R
SUB
WOOFER
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
You can listen to the source while record-
ing. The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s VOL-
UME control has no effect on recording.
Remote controller
CD player
VCR
1. Prepare the camera and CD player for playback.
2. Prepare the VCR for recording.
Start recording on the AV compo-
nent connected to theTAPE OUT or
VIDEO 1 OUT connectors.
2
3. Press the [VIDEO 3] input selector button.
4. Press the [CD] input selector button.
This selects the CD player as the audio source, but leaves
the video camera as the video source.
Start playback on the source AV
component.
3
5. Start recording on the VCR and start playback
on the video camera and CD player.
Notes:
The video from the camera, and the audio from the CD
player are recorded by the VCR.
• You cannot record fromAV components that are connected
to the digital inputs. You must use analog connections.
Notes:
• The surround effects produced by the surround and DSP
listening modes cannot be recorded.
• You cannot record audio from an AV component that is
connected digitally. You must use an analog connection.
• You cannot record from an AV component that is con-
nected to the multi-channel inputs.
• The surround effects produced by the surround and DSP
listening modes cannot be recorded.
• If you select another input source while recording, that
input source will be recorded instead.
• If you select another input source while recording, that
input source will be recorded instead.
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Using the Remote Controller RC-479S withYour Other AV
Components
RC-479S (not North America)
Use the remote controller’s mode buttons
(i.e., [DVD], [CD], or [RCVR/TAPE]) to select
a remote controller mode.
(You don’t have to point the remote controller at any-
thing for this step.)
2
Connecting your
-compatible Onkyo CD player, DVD
player, or cassette recorder to the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E
via
allows you to control it with the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E’s remote controller. Since you only need to
point the remote controller at the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E,
you can control components that are out of sight, for exam-
Point the remote controller at the TX-SR501/
3
TX-SR501E and press the Power [
to turn on the AV component.
] button
Note:
(A cassette recorder can’t be turned on or off from
the remote controller. However, pressing the remote
controller’s Play [ ] button will turn it on and start
playback.)
• To use the
function, you must make an
connection
and an analog RCA/phono connection between the AV
component and your TX-SR501, even if they are con-
nected digitally.
Use the buttons as explained below.
Using the RC-479S
4
In the following illustrations, buttons that control the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E regardless of which mode is
selected are shaded.
Point the remote controller at the TX-SR501/
1
TX-SR501E and use the input selector but-
tons to select an input source for the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
DVD mode
CD mode
Tape mode*
3.
2. DVD
3.
2. CD
2. RCVR/TAPE
4. DVD
4. CD
control
control
buttons
buttons
3. Tape control
buttons
1.
CD input
selector
Tape input
selector
1.
1.
DVD
input
selector
Power on/off
Start playback
Play side A (front-facing side)
Stop playback, fast forward, or fast reverse
Fast forward
Stop playback, recording, fast forward, or rewind
Fast reverse
Rewind
Pause playback
Play side B (rear-facing side)
/
Go to next chapter or track
* Since this is RCVR/TAPE mode, you can control
the cassette recorder and fully control the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E at the same time.
Go to beginning of current chapter or track
Select a disc (DVD/CD changers only)
Enter numbers
DISC
1–9, +10, 0
TOP MENU
MENU
Display the disc’s main menu
Display the last sub-menu
Return to previous menu
Display setup menu
RETURN
SETUP
Select menu items
/
/
/
ENT
Go to selected menu item
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Using the Remote Controller RC-518M withYour Other AV
Components
Manufacturer
AIWA
TV
VCR
DVD
Cable
Satellite
RC-518M (North America only)
137
Connecting your
-compatible Onkyo CD player, DVD
AKAI
227
player, or cassette recorder to the TX-SR501 via
allows
DENON
302
you to control your system with the TX-SR501’s remote con-
troller by pointing it at the TX-SR501. This allows you to
control components that are out of sight, for example, in a
cabinet. Since you don’t have to enter any special codes, or
ECHOSTAR
EMERSON
500
228
200
100, 101, 102,
140
FISHER
GE
103, 104
do any programming,
allows you to control these compo-
GE • PANA
GE • RCA
GEMINI
201, 202
203
401
400
In addition, you can control an AV component made by
another manufacturer by entering the appropriate manufac-
turer’s code into the remote controller.
GENERAL
INSTRUMENT
501
G.I.
GO VIDEO
GOLD STAR
105, 106, 107
108
Note:
204, 205
206, 207
• To use the
function, you must make an
connection
402, 403, 404,
405
HAMLIN
HITACHI
and an analog RCA/phono connection between the AV
component and your TX-SR501, even if they are con-
nected digitally.
103, 109
303
502
503
HUGHES
NETWORK
SYSTEM
Entering the Manufacturer’s Code
If you’re using an Onkyo CD player connected to the
406, 407, 408,
409, 410, 411,
412, 413, 414
JERROLD
JVC
TX-SR501’s
connector, an Onkyo AV component with-
110, 111, 112,
113
208
304
305
out an connection, or anAV component made by another
manufacturer, do the following.
KENWOOD
MACOM
415, 416, 417
418
Determine the appropriate manufacturer’s
code from the following list.
MAGNAVOX
MARANTZ
209, 210
211
114, 115, 116
306
307
1
Where several codes are listed, try the first one, and
if that doesn’t work, try the others until you find one
that does.
117, 118, 119,
120, 121, 139
MITSUBISHI
308
NEC
OAK
136
419, 420, 421
301, 313,
While holding down the remote controller’s
[VCR], [TV], [CABLE/SAT], or [CD/DVD] but-
ton, press the [ENT] button.
For the [CD/DVD] button, you can enter a CD code
or DVD code, not both. And for the [CABLE/SAT]
button, a Cable code or Satellite code, not both.
2
316 (for
DVD),
300 (for CD)
ONKYO
PANASONIC
PHILIPS
212, 213
214
122, 123
114
309
422, 423
504, 505, 506
424, 425, 426,
427, 428, 429
PIONEER
215
310
430, 431
PRIMESTAR
PROSCAN
507
Within 10 seconds, use the remote control-
ler’s number buttons to enter the manufac-
turer’s code.
216
311
311
508, 509, 510
3
217, 218, 219,
220, 229, 230
RCA
109
508, 509, 510
S.ATLANTA
SAMSUNG
SHARP
432, 433, 434
435
Check to see if you can control the AV com-
ponent from the remote controller.
221, 222
223
124, 125, 126
127, 128
138
304
312
4
SHINTOM
If it works as expected, the code has been entered correctly.
If not, go back to step 3 and try again.
Note that with some manufacturer’s AV components, some
of the remote controller’s buttons may not work as expected.
129, 130, 131,
132, 133, 141
SONY
224
511
512
TOCOM
TOSHIBA
YAMAHA
ZENITH
436
134
135
313
314
315
By default, the [CD/DVD] button is set to code 316,
225, 226
437, 438
which is for use with an
player connected to the TX-SR501’s
control an -compatible Onkyo CD player connected
to the TX-SR501’s connector, you must enter code
-compatible Onkyo DVD
connector. To
300. To control an Onkyo DVD player without an
connection, you must enter either code 301 or 313. The
[CD/DVD] button can be used with only one AV compo-
nent.
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Using the Remote Controller RC-518M withYour Other AV Components—Continued
Using the RC-518M
Use the remote controller’s Power [
] but-
3
ton to turn on the AV component.
Remember, if your AV component is connected to
the TX-SR501 via , point the remote controller
at the TX-SR501. If not, point the remote control-
ler at the AV component.
(A cassette recorder can’t be turned on or off from
the remote controller. However, pressing the remote
controller’s Play [ ] button will turn it on and start
playback.)
If you need to enter the manufacturer’s code for your AV
component into the remote controller, see page 41.
Point the remote controller at the TX-SR501
and use the input selector buttons to select
an input source for the TX-SR501.
1
Use the remote controller’s mode buttons
(i.e., [VCR], [TV], [CABLE/SAT], [CD/DVD], or
[RCVR/TAPE]) to select a remote controller
mode.
2
Use the buttons as explained below.
4
(You don’t have to point the remote controller at any-
thing for this step.)
In the following illustrations, buttons that control the
TX-SR501 regardless of which mode is selected are
shaded.
1
1
2
DVD mode*
CD mode*
Tape mode*
3.
3.
2. CD/DVD
2.
CD/DVD
2.
RCVR/TAPE
4.
DVD
control
buttons
4. CD
control
buttons
3.
1.
Tape control
buttons
CD input
selector
1.
Tape input
selector
DVD input
selector
1.
You must enter the appropriate manufac-
turer’s code for your DVD player (see
CD mode can be used only with an Onkyo
CD player, and you must enter the appropri-
Power on/off
Start playback
Play side A (front-facing side)
Stop playback, recording, fast forward, or
rewind
Stop playback
Stop playback, fast forward, or fast reverse
Fast forward
Fast reverse
Rewind
Pause playback
Go to next chapter or track
Play side B (rear-facing side)
2
*
Since this is RCVR/TAPE mode,
you can control the cassette
recorder and fully control the
TX-SR501 at the same time.
Go to beginning of current chapter or track
Select a disc (DVD/CD changers only)
Enter numbers
DISC
1–9, +10, 0
TOP MENU
MENU
Display the disc’s main menu
Display the last sub-menu
Return to previous menu
1
*
Since you can only enter a CD code
or DVD code for the [CD/DVD]
button, you can use CD mode or
DVD mode, but not both.
RETURN
SETUP
Display setup menu
Select menu items
/
/
/
ENT
Go to selected menu item
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VCR mode
TV mode
You must enter the appropriate manufacturer’s
You must enter the appropriate manufacturer’s
3.
2. VCR
2.
1. TV
Control TV if
appropriate TV
code has been
entered
3. TV
control
buttons
Control VCR if
4.
VCR
control
buttons
appropriate
VCR code has
been entered
Input
Selectors
1.
Power on/off
1–9, +10, 0
OK
Enter numbers
Confirm
Select next received channel
Select next TV channel
Select previous TV channel
Raise TV volume
TV CH UP
Select previous received channel
TV CH DOWN
TV VOL UP
Lower TV volume
Switch TV/VCR inputs
Mute the sound
TV VOL DOWN
TV/VCR
TV MUTE
Start playback
Stop playback, recording, fast forward, or rewind
Fast forward
Rewind
Select next VCR channel
Select previous VCR channel
Pause playback
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Cable mode*
Satellite mode*
You must enter the appropriate manufacturer’s
You must enter the appropriate manufacturer’s
3.
3.
2. CABLE/SAT
2.
CABLE/SAT
4.
Satellite
control
buttons
Cable
4.
control
buttons
1.
1.
Input
Selectors
Input
Selectors
Power on/off
1–9, 0
CH+
Enter numbers
Select next channel
Select previous channel
Select next channel preset
Select previous channel preset
Display menu
CH–
MENU
Select menu items
/
/
/
ENT
Confirm
* Since you can only enter a Cable code or Satellite code for the [CABLE/SAT] button, you can use Cable
mode or Satellite mode, but not both.
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Troubleshooting
Symptom
Possible cause
Remedy
Connect the power cord to a suitable wall outlet
The power cord is not connected.
The [POWER] switch is set to OFF (other than
North American model).
Set the [POWER] switch to ON (page 24).
Can’t turn on the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E?
Turn off the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E, wait five sec-
External interference is affecting the TX-SR501/ onds, then try turning it on again. If that fails, discon-
TX-SR501E’s digital circuitry.
nect the power cord from the wall outlet, wait five
seconds, reconnect it, then try turning it on again.
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E
shuts down immediately
after being turned on?
The amp protection system has been activated. Contact your Onkyo dealer.
The buttons on the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E and
remote controller don’t
work?
Turn off the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E, wait five sec-
Power supply voltage fluctuations and other
anomalies, such as static electricity, can inter-
fere with normal operation.
onds, then try turning it on again. If that fails, discon-
nect the power cord from the wall outlet, wait five
seconds, reconnect it, then try turning it on again.
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is muted.
Check your connections.
If your turntable doesn’t have a built-in phono
preamp, you must connect one between your turnta-
ble and the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is not connected
properly.
If your turntable uses an MC cartridge, you must use
a compatible phono preamp.
There’s no sound coming
from the speakers?
The wrong input source is selected.
A pair of headphones are connected.
Select the correct input source (page 28).
The volume is set at minimum.
The speakers are configured incorrectly.
Check the speaker configuration (page 25).
Some speakers are not used with certain listen-
ing modes.
See page 34 for information on listening modes.
Check your connecting cables for signs of damage and
replace as necessary.
A connecting cable may be damaged.
Only the front speakers are
working?
In Stereo listening mode, only the front speakers and
subwoofer are used (page 34).
The Stereo listening mode is selected.
The center speaker is not connected properly.
Check the center speaker connections (page 21).
The Stereo, Direct, or Orchestra listening mode The center speaker is not used with these modes
is selected.
The center speaker is not
working or is very quiet?
The volume of the center speaker is set at mini-
mum.
Check the volume of the center speaker (page 27).
The currently selected speaker configuration
doesn’t use the center speaker.
Check the speaker configuration (page 25).
Select another listening mode (page 34).
See page 34 for information on listening modes.
You’re listening to a mono sound source (e.g.,
TV or AM broadcast) and the PL II MOVIE or
PL II MUSIC listening mode is selected, so the
sound is concentrated in the center speaker.
Only the center speaker is
working?
The surround speakers are not used with certain
listening modes.
Surround speaker output depends on the
source material. Some material may not use the
surround speakers much.
The surround speakers are
not working?
The volume of the surround speakers is set at
minimum.
Check the volume of the surround speakers (page 27).
Check the speaker configuration (page 25).
The currently selected speaker configuration
doesn’t use the surround speakers.
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Troubleshooting—Continued
Symptom
Possible cause
Remedy
The audio connecting cables at the rear of the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E are too close to the
power cord.
A low-frequency noise or
hum can be heard?
Untangle the audio cables and position them as far
away as possible from the power cord.
The sound is too bright or
harsh and the high range is The Treble function is set too high.
not clear.
The subwoofer mode is set to OFF or is set
incorrectly.
Check the subwoofer mode (page 25).
The volume of the subwoofer is set at mini-
The subwoofer is not work-
mum.
Check the volume of the subwoofer (page 27).
ing or is very quiet?
Subwoofer output depends on the source mate-
rial. Some material may not use the subwoofer
much.
Select the correct input on the TV (i.e., the input to
which the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is connected).
The TV’s input selector is set incorrectly.
The video cable is not connected properly.
Check your video cables and connections
The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E doesn’t convert between
video formats. It works as a video signal switcher.
Composite video input signals are output only by
composite video outputs. S-Video input signals are
output only by S-Video outputs. And component
video input signals are output only by component
video outputs.
There’s no picture on the
TV or monitor?
The video input and output are different for-
mats.
Can’t hear an AV compo-
The wrong input source is selected.
nent?
Select the correct input source (page 28).
The batteries are flat.
Replace with new batteries (page 5).
The batteries are installed incorrectly.
Check the batteries and correct as necessary (page 5).
You’re not pointing the remote controller at the Point the remote controller at the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s remote sensor.
TX-SR501E’s remote sensor (page 5).
The buttons on the
Use the remote controller closer to the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E (page 5). The remote controller has a
range of approximately 16 ft. (5 meters).
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E
work OK but those on the
remote controller don’t?
You’re too far away from the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E.
Make sure that the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is not sub-
jected to direct sunshine or inverter-type fluorescent
lights. Relocate if necessary.
A strong light source is interfering with the
TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s remote sensor.
If the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is installed in a
cabinet with colored glass doors, the remote
controller may not work reliably when the
doors are closed.
Open the doors, or use a cabinet without colored
glass.
If more than one code is provided, try them all
The wrong manufacturer’s code has been
entered.
With some manufacturer’s AV components, certain
buttons will not work as expected.
To control an AV component connected via
point the remote controller at the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E. To control an AV component that’s not
connected via , point the remote controller at that
,
Can’t use the remote con-
troller with other AV com-
ponents?
You’re pointing the remote controller at the
wrong AV component.
To use , you must make an
connection and an
You’ve made an
log RCA/phono connection.
connection but not an ana- analog RCA/phono connection between the AV com-
ponent and TX-SR501/TX-SR501E, even if they are
connected digitally (page 19).
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Troubleshooting—Continued
Symptom
Possible cause
Remedy
Use the [FM MODE] button to select mono mode
You’re too far away from the transmitter. Or,
your FM antenna is in the wrong position or
pointing in the wrong direction. Or, the sta-
tion’s signal strength is poor.
Adjust the position, height, and direction of your FM
antenna.
Reception is noisy, inter-
mittent, and the FM STE-
REO indicator flashes?
Install an outdoor FM antenna, preferably one with
many elements. Installing an outdoor antenna is a
specialist job, so contact your nearest dealer for advice
Install an outdoor antenna as far away as possible
from nearby roads.
Reception is hindered by a
crackling noise?
Interference is being caused by fluorescent
lights being turned on or off or by passing cars. antenna.
Adjust the position or direction of your outdoor
Move your antenna as far away as possible from fluo-
rescent lights.
AM reception is hindered
by a buzzing noise, espe-
Relocate your AM antenna.
Interference caused by electrical equipment,
cially at night or with weak including fluorescent lights.
signals?
Install an outdoor AM antenna (page 23).
Move the AM loop antenna as far away as possible
from your TV.
AM reception is hindered
Interference caused by your TV.
by a high-pitched noise?
Move the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E as far away as possi-
ble from your TV.
FM reception and stereo
separation are poor even
though the TUNING and
Tall buildings, mountains, or hills are causing
wave reflections that interfere with the main
Try an FM antenna with better directionality.
FM STEREO indicators are signal.
shown.
The power cord has not been connected to a
wall outlet, or the power has been turned off for The power cord must be plugged into a wall outlet a
an extended period.
Preset your favorite radio stations again (page 31).
The tuner presets no longer
work?
few times each month in order to preserve the presets.
You cannot record from an AV component that Connect theAV component using analog connections
is connected digitally.
Although you cannot record Dolby Digital or DTS
surround channels, you can record the left and right
channels by connecting the source AV component’s
analog left and right outputs to a pair of analog inputs
on the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E.
Sound can be heard from
the speakers, but it cannot
be recorded?
You’re playing Dolby Digital or DTS source
material.
The wrong input source is selected on your
recorder.
Select the correct input source. See your recorder’s
manual for more information.
The Late Night function
doesn’t work?
The Late Night function only works with Dolby
Digital.
“
DIGITAL” appears on the display when using a
Dolby Digital source (page 28).
Connect the AV component’s 5.1 channel outputs to
The multi-channel inputs
don’t work?
the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E’s DVD IN FRONT L and
The AV component is not properly connected.
R, SURR L and R, CENTER, and SUBWOOFER con-
nectors (page 13).
The listening mode changes This is normal. When you connect a pair of
to Stereo when headphones headphones, the Stereo listening mode is
are connected?
selected automatically.
• The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E contains a microcomputer for signal processing and control functions. In very rare situations, severe inter-
ference, noise from an external source, or static electricity may cause it to lockup. In the unlikely even that this should happen, unplug
the power cord from the wall outlet, wait at least five seconds, and then plug it back in again. That should fix it.
• To reset the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E 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 TX-SR501/TX-SR501E will enter Standby mode.
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Specifications
AMPLIFIER SECTION
Continuous Average Power output (FTC)
All channels:
TUNER SECTION
FM
65 watts per channel min. RMS at
8 Ω, 2 channels driven from 20 Hz
to 20 kHz with no more than 0.08%
total harmonic distortion.
80 watts per channel min. RMS at
6 Ω, 2 channels driven from 1 kHz
with no more than 0.1% total har-
monic distortion.
Tuning Range
North American models:
Other models:
Usable Sensitivity
Mono:
87.50-108.00 MHz (100 kHz steps)
87.50-108.00 MHz (50 kHz steps)
11.2 dBf, 1.0 µV (75 Ω, IHF)
0.9 µV (75 Ω, DIN)
17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 Ω, IHF)
23 µV (75 Ω DIN)
Stereo:
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity
Mono:
Stereo:
Continuous Power output (DIN)
Maximum Power output (EIAJ)
Dynamic power output:
85 watts × 2 at 6 Ω
17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV (75 Ω)
37.2 dBf, 20.0 µV (75 Ω)
2.0 dB
115 watts × 2 at 6 Ω
160 watts × 2 at 3 Ω
125 watts × 2 at 4 Ω
Capture Ratio:
Image Rejection Ratio
North American models:
Other models:
IF Rejection Ratio:
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Mono:
40 dB
85 dB
90 dB
85 watts × 2 at 8 Ω
0.08% at rated power
0.08% at 1 watt output
0.08% at rated power
0.08% at 1 watt output
60 at 8 Ω
Total Harmonic Distortion:
IM Distortion:
76 dB
70 dB
55 dB
50 dB (DIN)
50 dB
Stereo:
Damping Factor:
Alternate Channel Attenuation:
Selectivity:
AM Suppression Ratio:
Total Harmonic Distortion
Mono:
Stereo:
Frequency Response:
Stereo Separation:
Input Sensitivity and Impedance
DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL 1, 2):
DIGITAL INPUT (COAXIAL):
LINE (CD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3, TAPE):
Multichannel Input
0.5 Vp-p, 75 Ω
0.5 Vp-p, 75 Ω
200 mV, 47 kΩ
0.2%
0.3%
(DVD FRONT L/C/R, SURR L/R):
(SUBWOOFER):
200 mV, 47 kΩ
36 mV, 47 kΩ
30 Hz-15 kHz, –1.0 dB
45 dB at 1 kHz
30 dB at 100 Hz-10 kHz
Output Level and Impedance
Rec out (TAPE, VIDEO 1):
Pre out (SUBWOOFER):
Frequency Response:
200 mV, 470 Ω
AM
1 V, 470 Ω
Tuning Range
10 Hz to 100 kHz,
+1/–3 dB (Direct mode)
North American models:
European & Australian models:
Worldwide models:
530-1,710 kHz (10 kHz steps)
522-1,611 kHz (9 kHz steps)
522-1,611 kHz (9 kHz steps), or
530-1,710 kHz (10 kHz steps)
30 µV
40 dB
40 dB
40 dB
0.7%
Tone Control
Bass:
Treble:
12 dB at 50 Hz
12 dB at 20 kHz
CD/TAPE: 100 dB
(IHF-A, Direct mode)
–50 dB
Usable Sensitivity:
Image Rejection Ratio:
IF Rejection Ratio:
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Total Harmonic Distortion:
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Muting:
VIDEO SECTION
Input Sensitivity and Impedance
VIDEO (DVD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3):
S VIDEO (DVD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3):
GENERAL
1 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Power Supply and Power Consumption:
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (Y)
0.28 Vp-p, 75 Ω (C)
1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (Y)
0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω (PB, PR)
4.6 A
370 W
370 W
AC 230-240 V, 50 Hz
COMPONENT VIDEO 1, 2:
AC 220-230 V and 120 V switchable, 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W × H × D):
17-1/8" × 5-7/8" × 14-13/16"
Output Level and Impedance
VIDEO (VIDEO 1, 2, MONITOR):
S VIDEO (VIDEO 1, 2, MONITOR):
435 × 150 × 376 mm
1 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Weight
1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (Y)
0.28 Vp-p, 75 Ω (C)
1 Vp-p, 75 Ω (Y)
0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω (PB, PR)
North American models:
European models:
Other models:
19.6 lbs., 8.9 kg
21.6 lbs., 9.8 kg
21.8 lbs., 9.9 kg
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT:
REMOTE CONTROL
Transmitter:
Infrared
Signal range:
Approx. 16 ft., 5 meters
Power supply:
Two “AA” batteries (1.5 V × 2)
Specifications and features are subject to change without notice. Power sup-
ply and voltage vary depending on the area in which the unit is purchased.
Sales & Product Planning Div. : 2-1, Nisshin-cho, Neyagawa-shi, OSAKA 572-8540, JAPAN
Tel: 072-831-8111 Fax: 072-831-8124
ONKYO U.S.A. CORPORATION
18 Park Way, Upper Saddle River, N.J. 07458, U.S.A.
ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH
Liegnitzerstrasse 6, 82194 Groebenzell, GERMANY
ONKYO CHINA LIMITED
Units 2102-2107, Metroplaza Tower I, 223 Hing Fong Road, Kwai Chung,
N.T., HONG KONG Tel: 852-2429-3118 Fax: 852-2428-9039
HOMEPAGE
SN 29343474A
I0304-2
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