E COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1, 2, and 3
These RCA component video inputs are for connecting components with component video outputs, such as DVD players.

M ZONE 2 LINE OUT

This analog audio output can be connected to a line input on an amplier in Zone 2.

F COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

This RCA component video output is for connecting a TV or projector with a component video input.

N RS232

American and Australian models dont have this port. This port is for connecting the AV receiver to home automation equipment and external controllers.
W PRE OUT FRONT L/R, SURROUND L/R,
CENTER, SUBWOOFER, and SURR BACK L/R This 5.1/7.1 analog audio output can be connected to the analog audio input on another power amplier, for when you want to use the AV receiver as a preamplier. The SUBWOOFER jack is for connecting a powered subwoofer.
O VOLTAGE SELECTOR (on some models)
Some models have a voltage selector switch for compatibility with power systems around the world. Before you plug in such a model, make sure that the voltage selector is set to the correct voltage for your area. If it isnt, use a small screwdriver to select the correct setting. For example, if the voltage in your area is 120 volts, set the selector to 120 V. If its between 220 and 240 volts, set it to 220-240 V.
X FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND, and
SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS These terminal posts are for connecting the front L/R, center, surround L/R, and surround back L/R speakers.

Y AC OUTLETS

These switched AC outlets can be used to supply power to other AV components. The type and number of outlets depends on the country in which you purchased your AV receiver.

P GND screw

This screw is for connecting a turntables ground wire.
Z XM antenna (on North American model)
This jack is for connecting an XM digital antenna, sold separately.

Q PHONO IN

This analog audio input is for connecting a turntable.

R CD IN

This analog audio input is for connecting a CD players analog audio output.

S TAPE IN/OUT

This analog audio input and output are for connecting a recorder with an analog audio input and output, such as a cassette deck, MD recorder, etc.

T VIDEO 3 IN

A VCR for playback only, or a cable or satellite receiver can be connected here. Theres S-Video and composite video input jacks for connecting the video signal.
U VIDEO 1 IN/OUT and VIDEO 2 IN/OUT
One or two video components can be connected here for recording and playback, such as a VCR. Theres S-Video and composite video input and output jacks for connecting the video signal.

RECEIVER/TAPE Mode

RECEIVER/TAPE mode is used to control the AV receiver. It can also be used to control an Onkyo cassette recorder connected via. To set the remote controller to RECEIVER/TAPE mode, press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button.

ON STANDBY

T V CH

T V VOL CLEAR

11 --/--- 10 INPUT SELECTOR

M N O P Q R S T

REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER TAPE/AMP TV VCR CABLE CDR SAT MD DVD CD HDD

5 F G H I 1

DIMMER

DISC ALBUM

PREV CH DISPLAY

MUTING

PLAYLIST

RANDOM

LISTENING MODE STEREO REPEAT PURE A SURR AUDIO DIRECT SUBTITLE PLAY MODE THX ALLST
Use the REMOTE MODE buttons to select a mode.
Use the buttons supported by that mode to control the component. RECEIVER/TAPE mode: see page 14 DVD mode: see page 16 CD/MD/CDR modes: see page 17 HDD mode: see page 18 TV/VCR/SAT/CABLE modes: see page 88

TEST TONE

CH SEL
OPEN/CLOSE VIDEO OFF L NIGHT Re-EQ

RC-620M

Note: Some of the remote controller operations described in this manual may not work as expected with other components.

T MUTING button (58)

Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver.

A STANDBY button (39)

Sets the AV receiver to Standby. B ON button (39) Turns on the AV receiver. C INPUT SELECTOR buttons (48) Used to select the input sources.

U Re-EQ (66)

Turns the Re-EQ function on or off.

V L NIGHT button (68)

Turns the Late Night function on or off.

D MULTI CH button (57)

Selects the multichannel DVD input.

E DIMMER button (58)

Adjusts the display brightness.
F Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons G H
Used to select and adjust settings. CH +/ button (56) Selects radio presets. RETURN button Returns to the previous display when changing settings. DISPLAY button (59) Displays various information about the currently selected input source. LISTENING MODE buttons (60) Used to select the listening modes. The [STEREO], [SURR], and LISTENING MODE [ ]/[ ] buttons can be used regardless of the currently selected remote controller mode. buttons (58, 73) Used to adjust the level of each speaker.

Center speaker This speaker enhances the front left and right speakers, making sound movements distinct and providing a full sound image. For movies its used mainly for dialog. Position it close to your TV (preferably on top) facing forward at about ear level, or at the same height as the front left and right speakers.
Surround left and right speakers These speakers are used for precise sound positioning and to add realistic ambience. Position them at the sides of the listener, or slightly behind, about 23 feet (60100 cm) above ear level. Ideally they should be equally spaced from the listener.
Subwoofer The subwoofer handles the bass sounds of the LFE (Low-Frequency Effects) channel. The volume and quality of the bass output from your subwoofer will depend on its position, the shape of your listening 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 way along the wall, as shown. Tip: To nd the best position for your subwoofer, while playing a movie or some music with good bass, experiment by placing your subwoofer at various positions within the room, and choose the one that provides the most satisfying results.
Surround back left and right speakers These speakers are necessary to enjoy Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES Discrete, THX Surround EX, etc. They enhance the realism of surround sound and improve sound localization behind the listener. Position them behind the listener about 23 feet (60100 cm) above ear level. THX recommends that they be equally spaced from the listener, creating a triangle, and that the angle at the apex of the triangle be about 60 degrees. Make sure that the listening position is within range of the speak60 ers.
Surround back left speaker Corner position
Surround back right speaker

1/3 wall position

Connecting Your SpeakersContinued

Speaker Conguration

For the best surround-sound experience, you should connect seven speakers and a powered subwoofer. The following table shows which channels you should use based on the number of speakers you have.
Number of speakers: Front left Front right Center Surround left Surround right Surround back Surround back left* Surround back right* 2 3 4 5 6 7

LINE INPUT

Connecting a Powered Subwoofer
Using a suitable cable, connect the AV receivers SUBWOOFER PRE OUT to the input on your powered subwoofer. If your subwoofer is unpowered and youre using an external amplier, connect the SUBWOOFER PRE OUT to the amps input.

Connecting the Speaker Cables
Strip about 5/8" (15 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown. Unscrew the terminal.

5/8" (15 mm)

Fully insert the bare wires.
Screw the terminal tight.
The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals. If youre using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the left (L) SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS terminals.
Surround back left speaker Surround back right speaker Front left speaker Front right speaker

Surround left speaker

Surround right speaker

Center speaker

Connecting Antenna
This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna, and how to connect commercially available outdoor FM and AM antennas. The AV receiver wont pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna to use the tuner.
AM antenna push terminals FM antenna jack
Connecting the AM Loop Antenna
The supplied indoor AM loop antenna is for indoor use only.
Assemble the AM loop antenna, inserting the tabs into the base, as shown.
Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna
The supplied indoor FM antenna is for indoor use only.
Attach the FM antenna, as shown. American Model
Connect both wires of the AM loop antenna to the AM push terminals, as shown. (The antennas wires are not polarity sensitive, so they can be connected either way around). Make sure that the wires are attached securely and that the push terminals are gripping the bare wires, not the insulation.
Insert the plug fully into the jack.

Insert wire

Release

Other Models

Once your AV receiver is ready for use, youll need to tune into an FM radio station and adjust the position of the FM antenna to achieve the best possible reception.
Once your AV receiver is ready for use, youll 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 AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords. 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).
Use thumbtacks or something similar to x the FM antenna into position.

Thumbtacks, etc.

Caution: Be careful that you dont injure yourself when using thumbtacks. If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead (see page 23).

VIDEO 3 IN V

VIDEO 3 IN S

COMPONENT VIDEO IN 3 Y

Connect one or the other Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc.
Connecting a Camcorder, Games Console, or Other Device
Step 1: Video Connection Choose a video connection that matches the camcorder or console ( A or B ), and then make the connection. Step 2: Audio Connection Choose an audio connection that matches the camcorder or console ( a or b ), and then make the connection.
VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 PHONO TAPE TUNER CD DISPLAY

VIDEO INPUT

TUNING MODE VIDEO 4 INPUT SETUP RETURN ENTER SETUP MIC

STEREO

MEMORY

LISTENING MODE

INPUT INPUT L AUDIO R INPUT

DIGITAL

S VIDEO

OPTICAL OUT

S VIDEO OUT

L AUDIO R OUT

VIDEO OUT
Camcorder, games console, etc.
AV receiver VIDEO 4 INPUT S VIDEO VIDEO 4 INPUT VIDEO VIDEO 4 INPUT L/R VIDEO 4 INPUT DIGITAL
Camcorder or console S-Video output Composite video output Analog audio L/R output Digital optical output

Connecting a CD Player

Step 1: Choose a connection that matches your CD player ( a , b , or c ), and then make the connection.

OPTICAL IN 3

IN L R CD
L COAXIAL OUT OPTICAL OUT AUDIO OUT

CD player

With connection a , you can listen to and record audio from the CD player and listen in Zone 2. To connect the CD player digitally, use connection b or c. (For recording, use a and b , or a and c.)
Connection a b c AV receiver CD IN L/R DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 2 DIGITAL OPTICAL IN 3 Signal ow CD or turntable Analog audio L/R output Digital coaxial output Digital optical output

Connecting a Turntable

The AV receivers PHONO IN is for use with a moving magnet (MM) type cartridge. Use an analog audio cable to connect the AV receivers PHONO IN L/R jacks to the audio output on your turntable. Notes: If your turntable has a ground wire, connect it to the AV receivers GND screw. With some turntables, connecting the ground wire may produce an audible hum. If this happens, disconnect it. If your turntable has a moving coil (MC) type cartridge, youll need a commercially available MC head amp or MC transformer. Connect your turntable to the head amp or transformer, and connect that to the AV receivers PHONO IN L/R jacks. You can also use a phono equalizer to connect a turntable with an MC-type cartridge. See the phono equalizers manual for details.

1.Warning ======================== Not Detect:
Warning Messages In the warning messages, abbreviations are used to identify the speakers (e.g., L for left, R for right, and so on). Not Detect: The speaker was not detected. Make sure that its connected properly. Distance Error: The speaker is either too close or too far away, or the distance could not be measured. Reposition the speaker. Changing the Speaker Settings Manually: In some situations, the measurements taken by the automatic speaker setup may not provide usable results. If running the speaker setup a second time still doesnt provide usable results, youll have to set the speaker settings yourself (see pages 7075). Please note that any THX main speakers should be set to 80 Hz (THX). If you set up your speakers using Automatic Speaker Setup, please make sure manually that any THX speakers are set to 80 Hz (THX) in the Speaker Conguration setting (see pages 70, 71). Sometimes due to the electrical complexities of subwoofers and the interaction with the room, THX recommends setting the level and the distance of the subwoofer manually. Using a Powered Subwoofer: If youre using a powered subwoofer, because its positioned low down on the oor and outputting very low frequency sounds, its output may not be detected properly. If the subwoofer (abbreviation SW) appears on the Warning screen under Not Detect, turn up the subwoofers volume and run the automatic speaker setup again. If the subwoofer has a built-in crossover, set it to the highest crossover frequency. If it has an LPF lter switch, set it to off or direct. Refer to your subwoofers instruction manual for details.
Distance Error: 2.Speaker Config ======================== Subwoofer :No Front :80Hz(THX) Center :80Hz(THX) Surround :80Hz(THX) SurrBack :80Hz(THX) SurrBack ch :2ch
3.Speaker Distance ======================== Left :12ft Center :12ft Right :12ft Surround R : 7ft SurrBack : 7ft Surround L : 7ft Subwoofer :12ft 4.Speaker Level Adjust ======================== Left : 0dB Center : 0dB Right : 0dB Surround R : 0dB SurrBack : 0dB Surround L : 0dB Subwoofer : 0dB
5.Equalizer Setting ======================== Channel: Left ======================== 80Hz : 0dB 250Hz : 0dB 800Hz : 0dB 2.5kHz : 0dB 8kHz : 0dB
HDMI Video Setup (TX-SR803/803E Only)
Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [SETUP] button. The main menu appears onscreen.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 0.HDMI Video, and then press [ENTER]. The HDMI Video menu appears.
0.HDMI Video -----------------------a.DVD :No b.VIDEO1 :No c.VIDEO2 :No d.VIDEO3 :No e.VIDEO4 :No

Select a listening mode and enjoy! See Using the Listening Modes on page 60.

Listening to the Radio

Listening to AM/FM Stations

TUNING MODE TUNING

Manual Tuning Mode
Press the [TUNING MODE] button so that the AUTO indicator disappears from the display.
VIDEO 4 INPUT S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R

RETURN

PRESET DIGITAL

TUNING

Press and hold the TUNING Up or Down [ ]/[ ] button. The frequency stops changing when you release the button. Press the buttons repeatedly to change the frequency one step at a time.
With the built-in tuner, you can enjoy AM and FM radio stations, and store your favorite stations as presets for easy selection.
Use the [TUNER] input selector button to select AM or FM. In this example, FM has been selected.
The American model changes FM frequency in 0.2 MHz steps, 10 kHz steps for AM. For other models its 0.05 MHz steps for FM and 9 kHz steps for AM. In Manual Tuning mode, FM stations will be in mono. Tuning into Weak FM Stereo Stations If the signal from a stereo FM station is weak, it may be impossible to get good reception. In this case, switch to Manual Tuning mode and listen to the station in mono.

Frequency

(Actual display depends on country.)
Displaying AM/FM Radio Information
Tuning into AM/FM Radio Stations

MASTER VOLUME STANDBY/ON

Auto Tuning Mode

STANDBY ZONE 2

Press the [TUNING MODE] button so that the AUTO indicator appears on the display.
Press the TUNING Up or Down [ ]/[ ] button. Searching stops when a station is found.
Press the [DISPLAY] button repeatedly to cycle through the available information.
Band, frequency, and preset #
When tuned into a station, the TUNED indicator appears. When tuned into a stereo FM station, the FM STEREO indicator also appears.

TUNED AUTO

Listening mode

FM STEREO

Listening to the RadioContinued

PRESET PRESET

Listening to XM Satellite Radio (only for North American model)
Whats XM Satellite Radio? There is a world beyond AM and FM. It is XM Satellite Radio. XM offers more than 150 digital channels of audio entertainment, including 100% commercial-free music channels, in the top markets in the U.S. Note: An XM Connect-and-Play antenna and monthly subscription are required to receive XM Satellite Radio. Visit www.xmradio.com for details. Note: Hardware and required basic monthly subscription sold separately. Premium Channels available at additional monthly cost. Installation costs and other fees and taxes, including a one-time activation fee may apply. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with an XL. Channel blocking is available for XM radio receivers by calling 1-800XMRADIO. Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. Only available in the 48 contiguous United States. A warning against reverse engineering: It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, or manipulate any technology incorporated in receivers compatible with the XM Satellite Radio system. Furthermore, the AMBE voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights, and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. The user of this or any other software contained in an XM Radio is explicitly prohibited from attempting to copy, decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the object code, or in any other way convert the object code into humanreadable form. The software is licensed solely for use within this product.
Signing Up for XM Satellite Radio
Before you can use XM Satellite Radio, you must rst sign up for an account. Youll need a major credit card and your XM Satellite Radio ID, which you can get from the AV receiver, as explained below, or from the Connect-and-Play package and itself.
Press the [TUNER] input selector button repeatedly to select XM. If CHECK ANTENNA appears on the display, make sure the XM antenna is connected properly. Use the TUNING Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select channel 0. Your XM Satellite Radio ID number is displayed. Write it below. ID

MULTI CH DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 TAPE PHONO

TAPE TUNER

TUNER CD DISPLAY

T V VOL

RETURN ENTER SETUP MIC VIDEO 4 INPUT

ZONE 2 LEVEL

PRESET

MACRO 1 2

You can store a combination of up to 40 of your favorite AM/FM radio stations and XM channels as presets.
Tune into the AM/FM station or XM channel that you want to store as a preset. Press the [MEMORY] button. The MEMORY indicator appears and the preset number ashes.
To select a preset, use the PRESET [ ]/[ ] buttons, or the remote controllers CH [+/] button.
While the MEMORY indicator is displayed (about 8 seconds), use the PRESET [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a preset from 1 through 40.
Press the [MEMORY] button again to store the station or channel. The station or channel is stored and the preset number stops ashing. Repeat this procedure for all of your favorite AM/FM radio stations and XM channels.

Deleting Presets

TUNING MEMORY MODE CLEAR
Select the preset that you want to delete. See the previous section. While holding down the [MEMORY] button, press the [TUNING MODE] button. The preset is deleted and its number disappears from the display.
Using the Multichannel DVD Input
Multichannel DVD Input Settings
While the DVD input is selected, press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [SETUP] button. The main menu appears onscreen.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 4. Input Setup, and then press [ENTER]. Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 3. MULTICH, and then press [ENTER]. The Multichannel Analog menu appears.
4-3.MULTICH -----------DVD---------3.XM Antenna Aiming a.Input Channel:5.1ch b.Subwoofer Sensitivity : 0dB
The multichannel DVD input is for connecting a component with a 5.1/7.1-channel analog audio output, such as a DVD player, DVD-Audio/SACD-capable player, or an MPEG decoder. See page 28 for hookup information.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the settings, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change them. The settings are explained below. Press the [SETUP] button. Setup closes.

Advanced Setup

Main menu
Initial Setup 0.HDMI Video* 1.Component Video 2.Digital Input Advanced Setup 3.Speaker Setup 4.Input Setup 5.Listening Mode Preset 6.Audio Adjust 7.Preference 8.Hardware Setup
4.Input Setup ---------VIDEO1--------1.Delay 2.Character Edit
5.Listening Mode Preset -----------------------1.DVD 2.VIDEO1 3.VIDEO2 4.VIDEO3 5.VIDEO4 6.TAPE 7.TUNER 8.CD 9.PHONO 6.Audio Adjust -----------------------1.Tone Control 2.PL x/Neo:6 3.Dolby Digital 4.LFE Level 5.Mono/Multiplex
7.Preference -----------------------1.IntelliVolume 2.Volume Setup 3.OSD Setup 4.OSD Position 5.HDMI Setup * 6.Lock Setup

p.83 p.80

* The HDMI Video and HDMI Setup settings are for the TX-SR803/803E only.
Adjusting the Listening Modes

Audio Adjust Menu

The Audio Adjust menu has various settings for adjusting the sound and listening modes.
Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [SETUP] button. The main menu appears onscreen.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 6. Audio Adjust, and then press [ENTER]. The Audio Adjust menu appears.
6.Audio Adjust -----------------------1.Tone Control 2.PL x/Neo:6 3.Dolby Digital 4.LFE Level 5.Mono/Multiplex

Re-EQ L NIGHT

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a setting, and then press [ENTER]. The menu for the selected setting appears.

Using the Re-EQ Function

With the Re-EQ function, you can correct a soundtrack whose high-frequency content is too harsh, making it more suitable for home theater viewing. This function can be used with the following listening modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie, DTS, DTSES, DTS Neo:6 Cinema, DTS 96/24, THX Cinema, THX Surround EX, THX Select2 Cinema, and Multichannel.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an option, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change it. The Audio Adjust settings are explained on the next page.
Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [Re-EQ] button. Press the [Re-EQ] button again to turn off the Re-EQ function.

Note: These procedures can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP] button, arrow buttons, and [ENTER] button.

Speaker Distance

These settings are set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 40). With these settings, you can specify the distance from each speaker to the listening position.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a. Unit, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select: feet: Select if you want to enter distances in feet. Can be set from 1 to 30 feet in 1-foot steps. meters: Select if you want to enter distances in meters. Can be set from 0.3 to 9 meters in 0.3-meter steps. Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select each speaker and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to specify the distance. Specify the distance from the speaker to your listening position.
Repeat step 5 for all speakers. Press the [SETUP] button. Setup closes.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Speaker Distance, and then press [ENTER]. The Speaker Distance menu appears.
3-3.Speaker Distance -----------------------a.Unit :feet b.Left :12ft c.Center :12ft d.Right :12ft e.Surround R : 7ft f.SurrBack R : 7ft g.SurrBack L : 7ft h.Surround L : 7ft i.Subwoofer :12ft
Note: Speakers that you set to No or None on the Speaker Cong menu (page 70) cannot be selected.
Speaker Level Calibration
These settings are set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 40). With these settings, you can adjust the level of each speaker while listening to the test tone so that the volume of each speaker is the same at the listening position. Notes: The speakers cannot be calibrated while the output of the AV receiver is muted or a pair of headphones is connected. Because the AV receiver supports THX, the test tone is output at the standard level of 0 dB (absolute volume setting 82). If you normally listen at volume settings below this, be careful because the test tone will be much louder.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Level Calibration, and then press [ENTER]. The Level Calibration menu appears and the pink noise test tone is output by the front left speaker.
3-4.Level Calibration -----------------------a.Left : 0dB b.Center : 0dB c.Right : 0dB d.Surround R : 0dB e.SurrBack R : 0dB f.SurrBack L : 0dB g.Surround L : 0dB h.Subwoofer : 0dB
Note: Speakers that you set to No or None on the Speaker Cong menu (page 70) cannot be adjusted.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select each speaker, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to set the volume. The level can be adjusted from 12 to +12 dB in 1 dB steps (15 to +12 dB for the subwoofer). Repeat step 4 so that the volume of the test tone from each speaker is the same. If youre using a handheld sound level meter, adjust the level of each speaker so it reads 75 dB SPL at the listening position, measured with C-weighting and slow reading. Press the [SETUP] button. Setup closes.

Note: The speaker levels can also be changed by using the dedicated buttons on the remote controller. Press the [TEST TONE] button to output the test tone. Use the [CH SEL] button to select each speaker, and use the [LEVEL] and [LEVEL+] buttons to adjust the level.

THX Audio Setup

This setting is not set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 40).
This setting is only available if the SurrBack Ch setting in the Speaker Conguration is set to 2ch. With this setting, you can specify the distance between your surround back speakers. To get the best from THXs ASA (Advanced Speaker Array) technology, these speakers should be placed as close together as possible.
Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to specify the surround back speaker spacing: 01 ft (00.3 m) (Default): Select this if the speakers are between 0 and 1 foot (030 cm) apart. 14 ft (0.31.2 m): Select this if the speakers are between 1 and 4 feet (0.31.2 m) apart. >4 ft (>1.2 m): Select this if the speakers are more than 4 feet (1.2 m) apart. Press the [SETUP] button. The setup menu closes.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select THX Audio Setup, and then press [ENTER]. The THX Audio Setup menu appears.
3-5.THX Audio Setup -----------------------a.SurrBack Sp Spacing : 0-1ft

Equalizer Settings

These settings are set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 40). With these settings, you can adjust the tone of each speaker. The volume of each speaker can be set on page 73.
Use the Down [ ] button to select b. Channel, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a speaker.
3-6.Equalizer Settings -----------------------a.Use Settings:Manual -----------------------b.Channel :Left -----------------------c. 80Hz : 0dB d. 250Hz : 0dB e. 800Hz : 0dB f.2.5kHz : 0dB g. 8kHz : 0dB
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a frequency, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to cut or boost that frequency. Each band can be cut or boosted from 6 dB to +6 dB in 1 dB steps. Tip: Low frequencies (e.g., 80Hz) affect bass sounds; high frequencies (e.g., 8kHz) affect treble sounds. Use the Up [ ] button to select b. Channel, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select another speaker. Repeat steps 6 and 7 for each speaker.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Equalizer Settings, and then press [ENTER]. The Equalizer Settings menu appears.
Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to set the a. Use Settings option to: Off: Equalizer off, at response. Auto: The equalizer for each speaker is set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function. Manual: The equalizer for each speaker can be set manually. If you selected Manual, continue with the next step. If you selected Off or Auto, go to step 8.
Notes: This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP] button, arrow buttons, and [ENTER] button. On the TX-SR803/803E, the Equalizer Settings have no effect on 176.4/192 kHz signals.

VCR Codes

ASA Admiral Adventura Aiko Aiwa Akai Akiba Alba America Action American High Amstrad Anam Anam National Anitech Asha Asuka Audiovox Baird Basic Line Beaumark Bell & Howell Blaupunkt Brandt Brandt Electronic Broksonic Bush CCE CGE Calix Canon Carver Cimline Cineral Citizen Colt Combitech Craig Crown Curtis Mathes Cybernex Cyrus Daewoo Dansai De Graaf Decca Denon Dual Dumont Dynatech ESC Elcatech Electrohome Electrophonic Emerex Emerson
Teac Tec Technema Technics Techwood Teco Teknika Telefunken Telemeister Teletech Tensai Tera Thomson Thorn
0064, 0064, 0027, 0334, 0375, 0379 0068, 0099, 0305, 0342, 0064, 0267, 0305, 0253, 0507 0253, 0064, 0305 0027, 0131, 0068 0099, 0211, 0375, 1506 0099, 0305, 0379 0099, 0305 0064, 0305, 0379 0064, 0074, 0267, 0099 0099, 0305 0087, 0062, 0068, 0108 0072, 0131, 0305, 0669, 0069 0108, 0068 0108, 0027, 0267, 0059 0062, 0064, 0211, 0267, 0072, 0027, 0070, 0305, 1305, 1506
Toshiba Triumph Tuntex Uher Universum Vector Research Vestel Victor Videosat Vidikron Vidtech ViewSonic Vision Voxson Waltham Wards
0027, 0094, 0068, 1506 Sanyo 0074, 0267, 0131 Saville 0379 Schaub Lorenz 0027, 0131, 0068 Schneider 0108, 0027, 0099 Scott 0211, 0072, 0070 0062, 0064, 0074, Sears 0027, 0069, 0131, 1264 Seleco 0068 Semp 0072 Sharp 0075, 0834 Shintom 0131, 0099 Shogun 0267 Siemens 0064, 0108, 0131 Silva 0064 Singer 0072, 0099 Sinudyne 0108 Sonic Blue 0641, 0643 Sontec 0064 0062, 0059, 0060, Sony 0027, 0663, 1259 Sunkai 0375 Sunstar 0027 Suntronic 0027 0062, 0108, 0027, Sylvania 0070, 1808 Symphonic 0027 TMK 0267 Tandy 0027, 0131 Tashiko 0064, 0027 0108, 0072, 0027, Tatung 0094, 0068 0027, 0068, 0305, Teac 0334, 0669 Technics 0062, 0253 0062, 0064, 0075, Teco 0068 Teknika 0062, 0064, 0027 Teleavia 0068 Telefunken 0068, 0347 Tenosal 0099 Tensai 0027 Thomas 0027 0087, 0094, 0068, Thomson 0347 Thorn 0131, 0068 Tivo 0645, 0663 0108, 0072, 0094, Toshiba 0070, 0068, 0872 Totevision 0064, 0267 Uher 0267 Unitech 0267 0064, 0108, 0267, Universum 0027 Vector 0072 Victor 0094, 0068 Video Concepts 0072 Videomagic 0064 Videosonic 0267 Villain 0027 0087, 0062, 0075, Wards 0074, 0108, 0267, 0027, 0069, 0099 White Westinghouse 0099 XR-1000 0062, 0027, 0099 Yamaha 0068 Yamishi 0099 Yokan 0099 Yoko 0267 0066, 0060, 0027, Zenith 1506 Sansui

CABLE/CDR Codes

CD Recorder

SAT/MD Codes

MD Recorder

Satellite

Labgear Logix Lorenzen Magnavox Manhattan Marantz MediaSat Memorex Metronic Mitsubishi Motorola Myryad Next Level Nokia OctalTV Orbitech Pace Panasonic Panda Paysat Philips Pioneer Promax Proscan RCA RFT RadioShack Radiola Radix SKY SM Electronic Sabre Sagem Samsung Sat Control Satstation Schwaiger Seemann Siemens Sony Star Choice Strong TPS Tantec TechniSat Telestar Thomson Topeld Toshiba UltimateTV Uniden Universum Ventana Wisi XSat Zehnder Zenith 0326 0751, 0749 0482, 1044, 0896 0482, 0750, 0778, 1154, 1250, 1127 0482, 0874, 1202, 1350 0274, 0728, 0874, 0751 1169, 0776, 1776, 0751, 1103, 0749, 0160, 0227, 0482, 0482 0419, 0593 0419, 0593, 0882, 0423 0883, 0874, 0482 0847, 1141, 1280 1303, 1136, 1044, 0666, 1666, 1327 0847, 1126, 0482, 0880, 1073, 0776, 1776, 0817 0419, 0666 0751, 0227 0200, 0423, 1102 0883, 1883

AV Receiver

DTR-7.7

Instruction Manual

WARNING:

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WARNING

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CAUTION:

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Important Safety Instructions
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer. Use only with the cart, stand, PORTABLE CART WARNING tripod, bracket, or table specied by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. S3125A Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 15. Damage Requiring Service Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualied service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the apparatus, C. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or water, D. If the apparatus does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualied technician to restore the apparatus to its normal operation, E. If the apparatus has been dropped or damaged in any way, and F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service. 16. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the apparatus through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a re or electric shock. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects lled with liquids, such as vases shall be placed on the apparatus. Dont put candles or other burning objects on top of this unit. 17. Batteries Always consider the environmental issues and follow local regulations when disposing of batteries. 18. If you install the apparatus in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or rack, ensure that there is adequate ventilation. Leave 20 cm (8") of free space at the top and sides and 10 cm (4") at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf or board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm (4") away from the rear panel or wall, creating a ue-like gap for warm air to escape.

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Precautions

1. Recording CopyrightUnless its for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder. 2. AC FuseThe AC fuse inside the unit is not userserviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact the dealer from whom you purchased this unit. 3. CareOccasionally you should dust the unit all over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a clean cloth. Dont use abrasive cloths, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because they may damage the nish or remove the panel lettering. 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 units rear panel (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz). The power cord plug is used to disconnect this unit from the AC power source. Make sure that the plug is readily operable (easily accessible) at all times. Setting the [Standby/On] switch to Standby does not fully shutdown the unit. If you do not intend to use the unit for an extended period, remove the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. Never Touch this Unit with Wet HandsNever handle this unit or its power cord while your hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid gets inside this unit, have it checked by the dealer from whom you purchased this unit. 6. Handling Notes If you need to transport this unit, use the original packaging to pack it how it was when you originally bought it. Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit for a long time, because they may leave marks on the case. This units top and rear panels may get warm after prolonged use. This is normal. If you do not use this unit for a long time, it may not work properly the next time you turn it on, so be sure to use it occasionally.

Speaker setup microphone

Indoor FM antenna

AM loop antenna

Power cord (Plug type varies from country to country.)
Surround Back Left Surround Back Left Zone 2 Left Zone 2 Left Surround Back Left Surround Back Left Zone 2 Left Zone 2 Left Surround Back Right Surround Back Right Zone 2 Right Zone 2 Right Surround Back Right Surround Back Right Zone 2 Right Zone 2 Right Front Left Front Left SP-B / Zone 2 Left SP-B / Zone 2 Left Front Right Front Right SP-B / Zone 2 Right SP-B / Zone 2 Right Surround Left Surround Left Surround Right Surround Right Center Center Center Center
Front Left Front Left SP-B / Zone 2 Left SP-B / Zone 2 Left
Front Right Front Right SP-B / Zone 2 Right SP-B / Zone 2 Right
Surround Left Surround Left

Speaker Cable

Speaker cable labels
* In catalogs and on packaging, the letter at the end of the product name indicates the color. Specications and operation are the same regardless of color.
Surround Right Surround Right

Contents

Introduction
Important Safety Instructions..2 Precautions..3 Supplied Accessories..4 Features..6 Before Using the AV receiver..7 Getting to Know the AV Receiver.8 Remote Controller..12

Basic Operation

Playing Your AV Components. 46 Listening to the Radio.. 47
Listening to AM/FM Stations.. 47 Listening to XM Satellite Radio.. 48 Presetting AM, FM, and XM Stations. 52
Using the Multichannel DVD Input.. 53 Common Functions.. 54
Setting the Display Brightness.. 54 Adjusting Speaker Levels.. 54 Muting the AV Receiver.. 54 Using the Sleep Timer.. 55 Using Headphones.. 55 Displaying Source Information.. 55

Connection

Connecting Your Speakers..17 Connecting Antenna..20 Connecting Your Components.22
About AV Connections..22 Connecting Audio and Video Signals to the AV Receiver.23 Which Connections Should I Use?.23 TV or Projector..24 DVD player..25 VCR or DVD Recorder for Playback.27 VCR or DVD Recorder for Recording..28 Satellite, Cable, Set-top box, or Other Video Source..29 Components with HDMI..30 Camcorder, Games Console, or Other Device..32 CD Player..33 Turntable...33 Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder...34 Power Amplifier..34 HDD-compatible Component..35 Power Cords of Other Components.35 Connecting Components..36 Connecting the Power Cord.36

Enjoying the Listening Modes
Using the Listening Modes.. 56
Selecting the Listening Modes.. 56 About the Listening Modes.. 58

Advanced Operation

Recording.. 60 Onscreen Setup Menus.. 61
About the Onscreen Setup Menus. 61
Adjusting the Listening Modes.. 62
Using the Re-EQ Function. 62 Audio Adjust Menu.. 62 Default Listening Modes.. 65

Advanced Setup.. 66

Speaker Setup.. 66 Input Setup.. 72 Preferences.. 73 Remote IDs.. 75 Digital Input Signal Formats.. 76 Correcting Sound and Picture Sync. 77

Zone 2... 78

Connecting Zone 2.. 78 Powered Zone 2 Setting.. 79 Zone 2 Out Setting.. 79 Using Zone 2... 80 Using the 12V Triggers in Zone 2 and the Main Room.. 82 Using the Remote Controller in Zone 2 and Multiroom Control Kits.. 83
Turning On & First Time Setup
Turning On the AV Receiver..37
Turning On and Standby..37

First Time Setup..38

Automatic Speaker Setup..38 HDMI Video Setup..41 Component Video Setup..42 Digital Audio Input Setup..43 Changing the Input Display..44 Minimum Speaker Impedance.44 TV Format Setup (not North American models)..45 AM Frequency Step Setup (on some models)..45
Controlling Other Components.. 84
Entering Remote Control Codes.. 84 Resetting the Remote Controller. 85 Learning Commands from Other Remote Controllers.. 87 Using Macros... 88
Troubleshooting.. 89 Specification.. 93

Features

Amplier
7-channel amplier 105 watts per channel into 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, less than 0.08% total harmonic distortion (FTC rating) Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry WRAT (Wide Range Amplier Technology) Massive High Current Power Supply (H.C.P.S.) transformer Color-coded speaker terminal posts VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) on all channels
*1 THX and Select2 are trademarks of THX Ltd. THX may be registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved. Surround EX is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. Used with permission. *2 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround EX and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. *3 DTS, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES, and Neo:6 are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. *4 Re-Equalization and the Re-EQ logo are trademarks of THX Ltd. *5 HDMI, the HDMI logo and High Denition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. *6 XM Ready is trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. 2006 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.

Processing

THX*1 Surround EX THX Select2*1 certied Dolby*2 Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx DTS*3, DTS-ES Discrete, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS Neo:6, and DTS 96/24 24-bit/192 kHz D/A converters Powerful and highly accurate 32-bit DSP processing. Re-EQ*4 Function

Audio/Video

2 HDMI*5 inputs, 1 output (Version 1.1) HDMI with upconversion of composite video, S-Video, and component video sources Composite video to S-Video and S-Video to composite video conversion 7 digital inputs (5 optical, 2 coaxial), 1 output (optical) 3 component video inputs, 1 output 5 S-Video inputs, 3 outputs RS-232 control Color-coded 7.1 multichannel input 7.1-channel pre out

Checking the Results If you selected Check the Results in step 4 on the previous page, the following menu appears and you can check the results of the automatic speaker setup.
Auto Speaker Setup ======================== 1.Warning 2.Speaker Config 3.Speaker Distance 4.Speaker Level Adjust 5.Equalizer Settings
When youve nished checking, press the [Return] button to return to the menu in step 4.
1. WarningUndetected speakers and position warnings (see the right column). 2. Speaker CongConnected speakers and crossover frequencies. 3. Speaker DistanceDistance from each speaker to the listening position. 4. Speaker Level AdjustOptimum volume level for each speaker. 5. Equalizer SettingsOptimum equalizer settings for each speaker. Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the item that you want to check, and then press [Enter]. Press the [Return] button to return to the previous menu.
1.Warning ======================== Not Detect:
Warning Messages In the warning messages, abbreviations are used to identify the speakers (e.g., L for left, R for right, and so on). Not Detect: The speaker was not detected. Make sure that its connected properly. Distance Error: The speaker is either too close or too far away, or the distance could not be measured. Reposition the speaker. Changing the Speaker Settings Manually: In some situations, the measurements taken by the automatic speaker setup may not provide usable results. If running the speaker setup a second time still doesnt provide usable results, youll have to set the speaker settings yourself (see pages 6671). Please note that any THX main speakers should be set to 80 Hz (THX). If you set up your speakers using Automatic Speaker Setup, please make sure manually that any THX speakers are set to 80 Hz (THX) in the Speaker Conguration setting (see pages 66, 67). Sometimes due to the electrical complexities of subwoofers and the interaction with the room, THX recommends setting the level and the distance of the subwoofer manually. Using a Powered Subwoofer: If youre using a powered subwoofer, because its positioned low down on the oor and outputting very low frequency sounds, its output may not be detected properly. If the subwoofer (abbreviation SW) appears on the Warning screen under Not Detect, turn up the subwoofers volume and run the automatic speaker setup again. If the subwoofer has a built-in crossover, set it to the highest crossover frequency. If it has an LPF lter switch, set it to off or direct. Refer to your subwoofers instruction manual for details.
Distance Error: 2.Speaker Config ======================== Subwoofer :No Front :80Hz(THX) Center :80Hz(THX) Surround :80Hz(THX) SurrBack :80Hz(THX) SurrBack ch :2ch

Composite, S-Video IN (* ) OUT Composite, S-Video Component Component
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an input selector, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select: IN1: Select if the video component is connected to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1. IN2: Select if the video component is connected to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2. IN3: Select if the video component is connected to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 3. - - -: Select to output composite video and S-Video sources from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT. Press the [Setup] button. Setup closes.
Here are the default assignments.
Input selector DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 Default assignment IN1 ---------
Notes: This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [Setup] button, arrow buttons, and [Enter] button. When the input selector assignment for the COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks is set to IN1, IN2 or IN3, the composite video to S-Video and S-Video to composite video conversions will not work.
Digital Audio Input Setup
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 2. Digital Input, and then press [Enter]. The Digital Input menu appears.
2.Digital Input -----------------------a.DVD :Coax1 b.VIDEO1 :Opt1 c.VIDEO2 :----d.VIDEO3 :Opt2 e.VIDEO4 :Front f.TAPE :----g.CD :Opt3 h.PHONO :-----
If you connect a component to a digital input, you must assign that input to an input selector. For example, if you connect your CD player to OPTICAL IN 2, you must assign OPTICAL IN 2 to the CD input selector. Here are the default assignments.
Input selector DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 TAPE CD PHONO Default assignment Coax 1 Opt 1 ----Opt 2 Front * ----Opt 3 -----
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an input selector, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select: Coax 1, Coax 2, Opt 1, Opt 2, Opt 3, Opt 4, or - - - - - (analog). For input selectors that you want to use with an analog input, select - - - - -. Inputs cannot be assigned to the TUNER input selector. The front panel optical DIGITAL input (i.e., Front) can only be assigned to the VIDEO 4 input selector. Only Front or - - - - - can be selected for the VIDEO 4 input selector. An input selector thats been assigned to IN1 or IN2 in the HDMI Video Setup (page 41) can be set to HDMI here. Press the [Setup] button. Setup closes.
* The front panel optical DIGITAL input.
When HDMI IN 1 or 2 is assigned to an input selector in the HDMI Video Setup on page 41, the input selector assignment on this page is automatically set to HDMI 1 or HDMI 2.

Use the [Tuner] input selector button to select AM or FM. In this example, FM has been selected.
The North American model changes FM frequency in 0.2 MHz steps, 10 kHz steps for AM. For other models its 0.05 MHz steps for FM and 9 kHz steps for AM. In Manual Tuning mode, FM stations will be in mono. Tuning into Weak FM Stereo Stations If the signal from a stereo FM station is weak, it may be impossible to get good reception. In this case, switch to Manual Tuning mode and listen to the station in mono.

Frequency

(Actual display depends on country.)
Displaying AM/FM Radio Information
Tuning into AM/FM Radio Stations

Auto Tuning Mode

Press the [Tuning Mode] button so that the AUTO indicator appears on the display.
Press the Tuning Up or Down [ ]/[ ] button. Searching stops when a station is found.
Press the [Display] button repeatedly to cycle through the available information.
Band, frequency, and preset #
When tuned into a station, the TUNED indicator appears. When tuned into a stereo FM station, the FM STEREO indicator also appears.

TUNED AUTO

Listening mode

FM STEREO

Listening to the RadioContinued
Listening to XM Satellite Radio (North American Models Only)
Important XM Radio Information XM Satellite Radio offers an extraordinary variety of commercial-free music, plus the best in sports, news, talk and entertainment. XM is broadcast in superior digital audio from coast to coast. From rock to reggae, from classical to hip hop, XM has something for every music fan. XMs dedication to playing the richest selection of music is matched by its passion for live sporting events, talk radio, up-to-the-minute news, stand-up comedy, childrens programming, and much more. For U.S. customers, information about XM Satellite Radio is available online at www.xmradio.com. For Canadian customers, information about XM Canada is online at www.xmradio.ca. Note: Hardware and required monthly subscription sold separately. Other fees and taxes, including a one-time activation fee may apply. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with an XL. Channel blocking is available for XM radio receivers by calling 1-800-XMRADIO (US residents) and 1-877-GET-XMSR (Canadian residents). For a full listing of the XM commercial-free channels and advertising-supported channels, visit lineup.xmradio.com (US residents) or xmradio.ca (Canadian residents). Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com (US residents) and xmradio.ca (Canadian residents). Only available in the 48 contiguous United States and Canada. 2006 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. A warning against reverse engineering: It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, or manipulate any technology incorporated in receivers compatible with the XM Satellite Radio system. Furthermore, the AMBE voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights, and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. The user of this or any other software contained in an XM Radio is explicitly prohibited from attempting to copy, decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the object code, or in any other way convert the object code into humanreadable form. The software is licensed solely for use within this product.

Using the Listening Modes
Selecting the Listening Modes
For a description of each listening mode, see About the Listening Modes on page 58.
The Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be selected if your DVD player is connected to the AV receiver with a digital audio connection (coaxial, optical, or HDMI). Listening mode availability depends on the format of the current input signal. While a pair of headphones is connected, you can only select the Mono, Direct, or Stereo listening mode.
Stereo Surround Direct , All ST THX
Selecting with the Remote Controller
Selecting on the AV Receiver

Stereo

[Stereo] button This button selects the Stereo listening mode. [Surround] button This button selects the Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes. Listening Mode [ ]/[ ] buttons Pressing these buttons repeatedly cycles through all of the listening modes that can be used with the current input source. [Direct] button This button selects the Direct listening mode. [THX] button This button selects the THX listening modes. [All ST] button This button selects the All Channel Stereo listening mode.

Listening Mode

[Stereo] button This button selects the Stereo listening mode. Listening Mode [ ]/[ ] buttons Pressing these buttons repeatedly cycles through all of the listening modes that can be used with the current input source.
Using the Listening ModesContinued
The following table shows which listening modes can be used with each input signal format.
Source format Analog, PCM*1 CD, TV, radio, cassette, etc. 3/2.1 2/2.1 Dolby Digital 2/0 1/0, 1+1 Other 3/2.1 2/2.1 DTS/DTS 96/24*2 DTS-ES 2/0 Discrete Matrix Multich analog, Multich PCM*3

DVD, DTV, etc.

DVD, CD, etc.
Listening mode Direct Stereo Mono Multich PLIIx Movie/Music/Game Neo:6 Cinema Neo:6 Music *5 Dolby D Dolby Dolby D EX Dolby D+PLIIx Music Dolby D+PLIIx Movie DTS, DTS 96/24 DTS-ES Discrete DTS DTS-ES Matrix DTS+Neo:6 DTS+Dolby EX DTS+PLIIx Music DTS+PLIIx Movie THX Cinema THX*5 THX Surround EX THX Select2 Cinema THX Music mode THX Games mode Mono Movie Orchestra Unplugged Studio-Mix TV Logic All Ch Stereo Full Mono

Onkyo Original DSP
*1. In the Direct listening mode, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz PCM is processed at 64 kHz, 88.2 kHz, and 96 kHz respectively. In listening modes other than Direct and Stereo, 96 kHz PCM is processed at 48 kHz. *2. In listening modes other than Direct, Stereo, and DTS 96/24, DTS 96/24 sources are processed as normal DTS. *3. The Multich listening mode cannot be used with 176.4/192 kHz PCM sources connected to an HDMI IN. *4. If the Surr Back parameter is set to None, or the ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals are being used, normal Pro Logic II is used. *5. Available only when surround speakers are connected. *6. If the Surr Back setting is set to None, or the ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals are being used, normal DTS is used.

: Only available on 6.1/7.1-channel playback systems. Not available while the ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals are being used. : Only available on 7.1-channel playback systems. Not available while the ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals are being used.
Tip: To check the format of the digital input signal, see Displaying Source Information on page 55.
About the Listening Modes
The AV receivers listening modes can transform your listening room into a movie theater or concert hall, with high delity and stunning surround sound.

Direct

back. Use them with Dolby Digital or DTS 5.1 music sources (e.g., DVD and Dolby Digital TV broadcasts).
Dolby Digital+PLIIx Movie, DTS+PLIIx Movie
In this mode, audio from the input source is output directly with minimal processing, providing high-delity reproduction. All of the sources audio channels are output as they are.
These modes use the Pro Logic IIx Movie mode to expand 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS sources for 7.1-channel playback. Use them with Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1 movies (e.g., DVD and select digital TV broadcasts).
Sound is output by the front left and right speakers.
The DTS digital surround-sound format supports up to 5.1 discrete channels and uses less compression for high-delity reproduction. Use it with DVDs and CDs that bear the DTS logo.

DTS 96/24

Use this mode when watching an old movie with a mono soundtrack, or use it with the foreign language soundtracks recorded in the left and right channels of some movies. It can also be used with DVDs or other sources containing multiplexed audio, such as karaoke DVDs.

Dolby Pro Logic IIx

This mode is for use with DTS 96/24 sources. This is high-resolution DTS with a 96 kHz sampling rate and 24-bit resolution, providing superior delity. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS 96/24 logo.

DTS-ES Discrete

This mode expands any 2-channel source for 7.1-channel playback. It provides a very natural and seamless surround-sound experience that fully envelops the listener. As well as music and movies, video games can also benet from the dramatic spatial effects and vivid imaging. If youre not using any surround back speakers, Dolby Pro Logic II will be used instead of Dolby Pro Logic IIx.

PLIIx Movie

This mode is for use with DTS-ES Discrete soundtracks that use a discrete surroundback channel for true 6.1/7.1-channel playback. The seven totally separate audio channels provide better spatial imaging and 360-degree sound localization, perfect for sounds that pan across the surround channels. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS-ES logo, especially those with a DTS-ES Discrete soundtrack.

Initial Setup 0.HDMI Video 1.Component Video 2.Digital Input Advanced Setup 3.Speaker Setup 4.Input Setup 5.Listening Mode Preset 6.Audio Adjust 7.Preference 8.Hardware Setup 4.Input Setup ---------VIDEO1--------1.Character Edit 3.Speaker Setup -----------------------1.Speaker Impedance 2.Speaker Configuration 3.Speaker Distance 4.Level Calibration 5.THX Audio Setup 6.Equalizer Settings

Advanced Setup

5.Listening Mode Preset -----------------------1.DVD 2.VIDEO1 3.VIDEO2 4.VIDEO3 5.VIDEO4 6.TAPE 7.TUNER 8.CD 9.PHONO 6.Audio Adjust -----------------------1.Tone Control 2.PL x/Neo:6 3.Dolby Digital 4.LFE Level 5.Mono/Multiplex
7.Preference -----------------------1.IntelliVolume 2.Volume Setup 3.OSD Setup 4.OSD Position 5.12V Trigger A Setup 6.12V Trigger B Setup 7.12V Trigger C Setup 8.HDMI Setup 9.Lock Setup 8.Hardware Setup -----------------------a.PoweredZone2:NotAct b.Zone2 Out :Fixed c.TV Format :Auto d.AM Freq. Step: 9kHz e.Remote ID :1

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Adjusting the Listening Modes

Audio Adjust Menu

The Audio Adjust menu has various settings for adjusting the sound and listening modes.
Press the [Receiver] Remote Mode button, followed by the [Setup] button. The main menu appears onscreen.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 6. Audio Adjust, and then press [Enter]. The Audio Adjust menu appears.
6.Audio Adjust -----------------------1.Tone Control 2.PL x/Neo:6 3.Dolby Digital 4.LFE Level 5.Mono/Multiplex

Re-EQ L Night

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a setting, and then press [Enter]. The menu for the selected setting appears.

Using the Re-EQ Function

With the Re-EQ function, you can correct a soundtrack whose high-frequency content is too harsh, making it more suitable for home theater viewing. This function can be used with the following listening modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie, DTS, DTSES, DTS Neo:6 Cinema, DTS 96/24, THX Cinema, THX Surround EX, THX Select2 Cinema, and Multichannel.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an option, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change it. The Audio Adjust settings are explained on the next page.
Press the [Receiver] Remote Mode button, followed by the [ReEQ] button. Press the [Re-EQ] button again to turn off the Re-EQ function.
Adjusting the Listening ModesContinued

Tone Control Settings

You can adjust the bass and treble for the front speakers. The tone control circuits are bypassed in the Direct listening mode. Bass You can boost or cut low-frequency sounds output by the front speakers from 10 dB to +10 dB in 1 dB steps. Treble You can boost or cut high-frequency sounds output by the front speakers from 10 dB to +10 dB in 1 dB steps. Setting the Bass and Treble on the AV Receiver: Notes: The AV receivers Tone buttons cannot be used in the Direct listening mode. The tone control settings do not apply to the THX listening modes.

PL IIx and Neo:6 Settings

PL IIx Music (2 ch only)

These settings only apply to 2-channel (stereo) sources. Panorama With this setting, you can broaden the width of the front stereo image when using the Pro Logic II Music or Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. On: Panorama function on. Off: Panorama function off (default). Dimension With this setting, you can move the sound eld forward or backward when using the Pro Logic II Music or Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. The default value is 3. Higher settings move the sound eld forward. Lower settings move it backward. It can be adjusted from 0 to 6. If the stereo image feels too wide, or theres too much surround sound, move the sound eld forward to improve the balance. Conversely, if the stereo image feels like its in mono, or theres not enough surround sound, move it backward. Center Width With this setting, you can adjust the width of the sound from the center speaker when using the Pro Logic II Music or Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. Normally if youre using a center speaker, the center channel sound is output by only the center speaker. (If youre not using a center speaker, the center channel sound will be distributed to the front left and right speakers to create a phantom center). This setting adjusts the front left, right, and center mix, allowing you to adjust the weight of the center channel sound. It can be adjusted from 0 to 7 (default value is 3).
Press the AV receivers [Tone] button repeatedly to select either Bass or Treble.
Use the Tone []/[+] buttons to adjust.

Neo:6 Music

Center Image The DTS Neo:6 Music listening mode creates 6-channel surround sound from 2-channel (stereo) sources. With this setting, you can specify by how much the front left and right channel output is attenuated in order to create the center channel. It can be adjusted from 0 to 5 (default value is 3). This setting is unavailable if no surround speakers are connected. When set to 0, the front left and right channel output is attenuated by half (6 dB), giving the impression that the sound is located centrally. This setting works well when the listening position is considerably off center. When set to 5, the front left and right channels are not attenuated, maintaining the original stereo balance.

Dolby Digital Settings

Dolby EX This setting determines how Dolby Digital EX signals are handled. This setting is unavailable if no surround back speakers are connected or the ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals are being used (page 78). Auto: Dolby Digital EX can be selected from among the Dolby listening modes, and THX Surround EX can be selected from among the THX listening modes. Manual: You can select listening modes in accordance with the table on page 57. Late Night With the Late Night function, you can reduce the dynamic range of Dolby Digital material so that you can still hear quiet parts even when listening at low volume levelsideal for watching movies late at night when you dont want to disturb anyone. Off: Late Night function off. Low: Small reduction in dynamic range. High: Big reduction in dynamic range. Setting Late Night with the Remote Controller The remote controller can be used to set the Late Night function only when the input source is Dolby Digital. Press the [Receiver] Remote Mode button, and then press the [L Night] button repeatedly to select: Off, Low, or High.

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Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the input, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select: PCM, DTS, or Auto. PCM: The PCM indicator ashes, and only input signals in PCM format will be output. DTS: The DTS indicator ashes, and only input signals in DTS format will be output. Auto (default): The format is detected automatically. If no digital input signal is present, the corresponding analog input is used instead. Press the [Setup] button. Setup closes.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 2. Digital Input, and then press [Enter].
Correcting Sound and Picture Sync
When using progressive scanning on your DVD player, you may nd that the picture and sound are out of sync. With this setting, you can correct this by delaying the audio signals. You can set it from 0 to 250 milliseconds (ms) in 1 millisecond steps.

Input Selector

Press the [Receiver] Remote Mode button.
Press and hold, for more than 4 seconds, the input selector button for the input source that you want to correct. This can be the [DVD], [Video 1], [Video 2], [Video 3], or [Video 4] input source. Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to adjust the delay from 0 to 250 milliseconds in 1 millisecond steps.
Note: This setting is not available when the Pure Audio listening mode is used, or the Direct listening mode is used with an analog input signal.

Zone 2

Connecting Zone 2
With the Zone 2 function, you can enjoy one input source in the main room and a different input source in another room. There are two ways to hook up your Zone 2 speakers: 1) Use another amp (receiver, integrated amp, or power amp) in Zone 2 and connect your Zone 2 speakers to it. 2) Connect your Zone 2 speakers to this AV receiver.
Using Only Speakers in Zone 2
With this hookup, you can enjoy 5.1-channel playback in the main room and a different stereo source in Zone 2. The volume for Zone 2 is set on this AV receiver. Hookup Connect your Zone 2 speakers to the AV receivers ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals.

Main room

Using Another Amp in Zone 2
With this hookup, you can enjoy 7.1-channel playback in the main room and a different stereo source in Zone 2. If you use a receiver or integrated amp in Zone 2, the volume for Zone 2 is adjusted on that unit. If you use a power amp with no volume control in Zone 2, the volume for Zone 2 is adjusted on this AV receiver. Hookup Use an RCA audio cable to connect the AV receivers ZONE 2 OUT L/R jacks to an analog audio input on the amp in Zone 2. Use an RCA audio cable to connect the AV receivers ZONE 2 OUT SUBWOOFER jack to the line input on a powered subwoofer in Zone 2. Connect the Zone 2 speakers to the speaker terminals on the amp in Zone 2.

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Learning Commands from Other Remote Controllers
The AV receivers remote controller can receive and learn commands from other remote controllers. By transmitting, for example, the Play command from your CD players remote controller, the remote controller can learn it and then transmit the exact same command when its Play [ ] button is pressed in the CD remote mode. You can also use this function to learn individual commands after entering a remote control code (page 84).

Remote indicator

Point the remote controllers at each other, about 2 to 6 inches (515 cm) apart, and then press and hold the button whose command you want to learn until the Remote indicator ashes. If the command is learned successfully, the Remote indicator ashes twice.
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To learn more commands, repeat steps 2 and 3. Press any Remote Mode button when youve nished.
While holding down the Remote Mode button for the mode in which you want to use the command, press the [On] button. The Remote indicator lights up.
Notes: The following buttons cannot learn new commands: Remote Mode, Macro [1], [2], [3], TV [ ], TV [Input], TV CH [+]/[], TV VOL [ ]/[ ], Light. The remote controller can learn approximately 70-90 commands, although, this will be reduced by commands that use a lot of memory. Remote controller buttons such as Play, Stop, Pause, and so on are preprogrammed with commands for controlling Integra/Onkyo CD players, cassette decks, and DVD players. However, they can learn new commands, and you can restore the preprogrammed commands by resetting the remote controller (see page 85). To overwrite a previously learned command, repeat this procedure. Only commands from infrared remote controllers can be learned. When the remote controllers batteries expire, all learned commands will be lost and will have to be learned all over again, so dont discard your other remote controllers.

Theres no sound or its very quiet Make sure that the digital input source is selected properly (page 43). Make sure that all audio connecting plugs are pushed in all the way (page 22). Make sure that the polarity of the speaker cables is correct, and that the bare wire is in contact with metal part of each speaker terminal (page 19) Make sure that the speaker cables are not shorting. Check the volume (page 46). The AV receiver is designed for home theater enjoyment and has a wide volume range for precise adjustment. If the MUTING indicator is shown on the display, press the remote controllers [Muting] button to unmute the AV receiver (page 54). While a pair of headphones is connected to the Phones jack, no sound is output by the speakers (page 55). Check the digital audio output settings on the connected device. On some games consoles, such as those that can play DVDs, the default setting is off. With some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an audio format from a menu. If your turntable uses an MC cartridge, you must connect an MC head amp, or an MC transformer (page 33). Check the speaker settings (pages 6671). If theres no sound from a DVD player connected to an HDMI IN, check the DVD players output settings, and be sure to select a supported audio format.

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The subwoofer produces no sound When you play source material that contains no information in the LFE channel, the subwoofer produces no sound. Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (pages 66, 67). The Zone 2 speakers produce no sound The Zone 2 speakers only output sources that are connected to an analog input. Check to see if the source is connected to an analog input. Theres no sound with a certain signal format Check the digital audio output setting on the connected device. On some games consoles, such as those that can play DVDs, the default setting is off. With some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an audio output format from a menu. Cant get 6.1- or 7.1-channel playback When the ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals are used, playback in the main room is reduced to 5.1-channels. The volume cannot be set to +18 dB (99) After the Automatic Speaker Setup function has been used, or the volume level of each speaker has been adjusted (pages 54, 69), the maximum possible volume setting be reduced. Noise can be heard Using cable ties to bundle audio cables with power cords, speaker cables, and so on may degrade the audio performance, so dont do it. An audio cable may be picking up interference. Try repositioning your cables. The Late Night function doesnt work Make sure the source material is Dolby Digital (page 64). The multichannel DVD input doesnt work Check the multichannel DVD input connections (page 26). To select the multichannel DVD input, press the [Multi CH] input selector button. Check the audio output settings on your DVD player. About DTS signals When playing DTS program material, using the pause, fast forward, or fast reverse function on your player may produce a short audible noise. This is not a malfunction. When DTS program material ends and the DTS bitstream stops, the AV receiver remains in DTS listening mode and the DTS indicator remains on. This is to prevent noise when you use the pause, fast forward, or fast reverse function on your player. If you switch your player from DTS to PCM, because the AV receiver does not switch formats immediately, you may not hear any sound, in which case you should stop your player for about 3 seconds, and then resume playback. With some CD players, you wont be able to playback DTS material properly even though your player is connected to a digital input on the AV receiver. This is usually because the DTS bitstream has been processed (e.g., output level, sampling rate, or frequency response changed) and the AV receiver doesnt recognize it as a genuine DTS signal. In such cases, you may hear noise. The beginning of audio received by an HDMI IN cant be heard Since it takes longer to identify the format of an HDMI signal than it does for other digital audio signals, audio output may not start immediately.