2. AC Fuse

The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user-serviceable. If power does not come on, contact your Onkyo authorized service station.

3. Care

From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth in a weak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry, and wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately with a clean cloth. Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or remove the panel lettering.

4. Power WARNING

BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel. Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform to local power supplies. Be sure to set this switch to match the voltage of the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit.

FM/AM Tuner Features

I I I I 30 FM/AM random presets FM auto tuning FM indoor antenna supplied AM indoor antenna supplied
* Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. Confidential Unpublished Works. 19921997 Dolby Laboratories. All rights reserved. **Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. US Pat. No.5,451,942 and other worldwide patents issues and pending, DTS and DTS Digital Surround are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. 1996 Digital Theater Systems, Inc. All Rights reserved.

Memory Preservation

This unit does not require memory preservation batteries. A built-in memory power backup system preserves the contents of memory during power failures and even when the POWER switch is set to OFF. The POWER switch must be set to ON in order to charge the backups system. The memory preservation period after the unit has been turned off varies depending on climate and placement of the unit. On average, memory contents are protected over a period of a few weeks after the time the unit has been turned off. This period is shorter when the unit is exposed to a very humid climate.

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards/Precautions/Features/Table of Contents.. 25

Getting Started

Supplied Accessories.... 6 Preparing the Remote Controller... 7 Index to Parts and Controls.... 8 Connecting to Audio/Video Equipment... 12 Positioning Speakers... 14 Connecting Speakers... 15 Making Antenna (Aerial) Connections... 16 Connection for remote control (z)... 18

1 POWER switch [19]

8 PHONES jack [29]
This is a standard stereo jack for connecting stereo headphones. The audio for the front right and left speakers are sent to the headphone speakers. When the headphones are plugged in, the listening mode automatically changes to STEREO and sounds are not output from the speakers.
Turns on the main power supply for the TX-L5. The TX-L5 enters standby state and the STANDBY indicator lights up. Pressing the switch again to the off position ( OFF) shuts down the main power supply into the TX-L5. Before turning on the power, make sure all cables are properly connected. Turning on the TX-L5 may cause a momentary power surge that might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same circuit. If this is a problem, plug the TX-L5 into a different electrical circuit.

9 SURROUND button [32]

Press this button to select a surround mode for current input source.

0 STEREO button [32]

Press this button to change the sound to stereo.
2 STANDBY/ON button, ON indicator, STANDBY indicator [19]
When STANDBY/ON button is pressed to ON while the POWER switch is set to ON, the display will light to show the current volume setting for about 5 seconds then show the current sound input source and listening mode. Pressing the button again returns the TX-L5 to the standby state. This state turns off the display, disables control functions.
- SUBWOOFER MODE button [20]
Press to select the subwoofer mode.

= MEMORY button [24, 25]

This button is used to assign the radio station that is currently tuned in to a preset channel or delete a previously preset station.
3 Source indicators [23, 26]
One of these indicators lights to show the current source.
~ FM MODE button [23, 25]
Press to switch the reception mode between stereo and monaural. If audio is interrupted or noise interferes with audio during FM stereo broadcasting, press this button to switch to the monaural reception mode.

Before connecting

Refer also to the instruction manual of each component to be connected. When you connect the AV Receiver to audio/video equipment, be sure to turn off the power and unplug all the units from the mains before making any connections. Connect the plugs securely. Incomplete
About the DVD, VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 jacks
The video input/output connections are also necessary even if you make the S video input/output connections.
About DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL) jack
Remove the protective caps before making connections. When not in use, be sure to replace them.

Insert completely

Example of monitor and audio equipment connections
TV monitor or Projector (MON OUT)

VIDEO S VIDEO IN IN

Video connection cable (Analog signal) S video plug Audio (L) Audio (R) Optical plug S video connection cable (S video signal) Audio connection cable (Analog signal)
The signal that comes in from S VIDEO IN is sent to S VIDEO OUT. The signal that comes in from VIDEO IN is sent to VIDEO OUT.
Optical cable (Digital signal)

Signal flow

TX-L5 DO NOT connect the power cord (mailns lead) at this time.

DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL

R L AUDIO IN (REC)

R L AUDIO OUT (PLAY)

Digital audio processor, Hard disk recorder etc. (HD)
Cassette Tape deck, MD recorder, DAT deck, CD recorder (MD/TAPE)
Example of video equipment connections
DVD player, CD player or LD player* (DVD/CD)
AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO S VIDEO OUT OUT DIGITAL OUT
Satellite tuner etc. (VIDEO 2)
AUDIO OUT R L VIDEO S VIDEO DIGITAL OUT OUT OUT COAXIAL

OPTICAL

* If you have an LD player with AC-3RF output, connect via an AC-3RF demodulator to one of the TX-L5s DIGITAL INPUT terminals.
Video Audio (L) Audio/video connection cable Audio (R) S video plug S video cable (S video signal) Coaxial plug Coaxial cable (Digital signal) Optical plug Optical cable (Digital signal)
R L VIDEO IN R L VIDEO S VIDEO S VIDEO OUT IN OUT

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

VCR (VIDEO 1)

Positioning Speakers
The front left, center, and right speakers, surround left and right speakers, and subwoofer can be connected to the AV receiver. You can reproduce the sounds such as Dolby surround and DTS surround.
I Standard speaker placement
Speaker placement plays an important role in the reproduction of Surround sound. The placement of the speakers varies depending on the size of the room and the wall coverings used in the room. The illustration below shows an example of a layout for standard speaker placement. Refer to this example when you position the speakers in order to experience the best of Surround sound. For ideal Surround effects, all speakers should be installed. If a center speaker or subwoofer is not connected, the sound from the unused channel is properly distributed to the connected speakers in order to reproduce the best Surround sound possible. Front
The center speaker reproduces a richer sound image by enhancing the perception of the sound's source and movement. The left, right, and center speakers should face the seated listener and be placed at ear level.

Surround

The surround speakers reproduce the feel of a moving sound while creating the sensation of being in the middle of the action. Place the left and right surround speakers 1 meter (3 feet) above the listener's ear level and facing toward the sides of the room, making sure that the listener is within the speakers' dispersion angle.

Subwoofer

Install a subwoofer with a built-in power amplifier for powerful bass sounds. The placement of the subwoofer does not affect the final quality of the sound image much, therefore, you can install it wherever it is convenient. Refer to the speakers instruction manuals for details.

TV/Screen

t Front lef er ak Spe Fron t ri Speght ake r

Front Center Speaker

Surround left Speaker

Surround right Speaker

Connecting Speakers
Refer also to the instruction manuals of the speakers. Be sure to connect the positive and negative cables for the speakers properly. If they are mixed up, the left and right signals will be reversed and the audio will sound unnatural. Connect speakers with an impedance between 6 and 16 Connecting speakers with an impedance less than 6 may damage the TX-L5. To prevent damage to circuits, never short-circuit the positive (+) and negative () speaker wires. Do not connect more than one speaker cable to one speakerterminal. Doing so may damage the TX-L5. When you are using only one speaker or when you wish to listen to monaural (mono) sound, a single speaker should never be connected in parallel to both the right and left channel terminals simultaneously.

Connecting to SPEAKER terminals
How to connect to the FRONT SPEAKERS teminals

15 mm (5/8)

How to connect to the SURROUND SPEAKERS and CENTER SPEAKER terminals

10 mm (3/8)

Strip 15 mm (5/8) from the end of each cable, then twist the exposed wires tightly.
Strip 10 mm (5/8) from the end of each cable, then twist the exposed wires tightly. Loosen the screw. Fully insert the end of the cable. Tighten the screw.
Press and hold the lever.
Insert the stripped end of the cable. By releasing the lever, the lever is replaced.

Front speakers

Right ch. Left ch.
Center speaker Active subwoofer
DO NOT connect the power cord (mains lead) at this time.

Surround speaker

Right ch.

Left ch.

Making Antenna (Aerial) Connections
Connecting the Supplied FM and AM Indoor Antennas (Aerials)
DO NOT connect the TX-L5 power cord (mains lead) at this time.

North American models:

1 Strip away the insulation from the end of the cord.
FM indoor antenna (aerial)
2 Fully insert the stripped end of the cord.
Except for North American models:
Fully insert the end of the cord.
I Adjusting the position of the FM indoor antenna (aerial)
The FM indoor antenna is for indoor use only. During use, extend the antenna and move it in various directions until the clearest signal is received. Fix it with push pins or similar implements in the position that will cause the least amount of distortion. If the reception is not very clear with the attached FM indoor antenna, the use of an outdoor antenna is recommended.
Rotate the outer frame of the antenna.

Insert into the hole.

Extend the antenna cord.
AM indoor antenna (aerial)
Insert one end of the AM antenna (aerial) cord to either of the AM antenna (aerial) connectors and the other end to the other connector. There is no difference between one end of the AM antenna (aerial) cord and the other end, unlike the speaker cables which have positive and negative poles.
Press up and hold the lever.
Insert the end of the cord.
Release the lever to secure the connection.

I Adjusting the position of the AM indoor antenna (aerial)
The AM loop antenna is for indoor use only. Set it in the direction and position where you receive signals clearly. Put it as far away as possible from the TX-L5, televisions, speaker cables, and power cords. When reception is not satisfactory with the attached AM loop antenna alone, connection of an outdoor antenna is recommended.
Connecting an FM Outdoor Antenna (Aerial)
If the FM reception is not very clear with the supplied antenna (aerial), connect an FM outdoor antenna (aerial) instead of the indoor FM antenna (aerial). FM outdoor antenna (aerial)
Connecting coaxial cable to a 75/300 ohm antenna (aerial) adapter* 1 Strip the end of the coaxial cable. 15 mm 6

mm mm mm

1/4 1/8 1/4
3 Remove the transformer wire A from slit B and insert it into slit C.

Slit B

in. Slit C
Wire A Connecting 300 ohm ribbon wire to a 75/300 ohm antenna (aerial) adapter* Loosen the screws and wrap the wire around these screws. Then tighten the screws with a screwdriver. Tighten Loosen 6 Reinstall the cover.
2 With your fingernail or a small screwdriver, press the stoppers outward and remove the cover.
4 Insert the end of the cable. 5 Clamp it in place with pliers. 4 5
* (European, USA and Canadian models)

Not supplied

(Other models) Notes
Supplied Install the antenna (aerial) well away from tall buildings and in an area where FM stations can directly be received. Keep the antenna (aerial) away from noise sources (neon signs, busy roads, etc.). It is dangerous to put the antenna (aerial) close to power lines. Keep it well away from power lines, transformers, etc. To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is necessary. Follow item 14 of the "Important Safeguards" on page 2 when you install the outdoor antenna (aerial).
Connecting an AM Outdoor Antenna (Aerial)
An outdoor antenna (aerial) will be more effective if it is stretched horizontally above a window or outside. Leave the supplied AM indoor antenna (aerial) connected.
To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock, grounding is necessary. Follow item 14 of the "Important Safeguards" on page 2 when you install an outdoor antenna (aerial).

Outdoor antenna (aerial)

I Directional Iinkage
Do not use the same antenna (aerial) for both FM and TV (or VCR) reception since the FM and TV (or VCR) signals can interfere with each other. If you must use a common FM/TV (or VCR) antenna (aerial), use a directional linkage type splitter.
Directional linkage type splitter To AV Receiver To TV (or VCR)
Connections for remote control (z)
You can use the remote controller of this receiver to operate the z-connected Onkyo DVD player, CD player, MD recorder or cassette tape deck using the z cable provided with them (refer to page 27).

Example: Onkyo DVD Player DV-L5

VIDEO OUTPUT

Y MONO

DIGITAL OUTPUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

REMOTE CONTROL

CR VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT

R ANALOG OUTPUT

REMOTE CONTROL MONO
When the DVD player, CD player or MD recorder connected to with the TX-L5 through z cable is turned on, the TX-L5 automatically turns on and selects the source that was turned on. (Auto Power On) Turning the TX-L5 off sets the z-connected DVD player, CD player or MD recorder to standby mode. (Auto Power Off) When the TX-L5 is already on, pressing the play button on the DVD player, CD player, cassette tape deck or MD recorder merely selects the input source that was played. (Direct Change)
Be sure to connect using the audio connection cable.

z cable

Connect the cassette tape deck to the MD/TAPE jacks. In this case, switch the source from MD to TAPE (refer to page 27). Connect the CD player to the DVD/CD jacks. In this case, switch the source from DVD to CD (refer to page 27).
Do not connect the Onkyo MD recorder , CD recorder and cassette tape deck with the z cable at the same time. This may lead to unexpected operation. Connect the plugs securely. Be sure to connect to the z connectors using the z cable. The connections on pages 12 and 13 are needed even if z connection is made. Do not connect the AV Receivers z connector to any component other than an Onkyo product. It may cause malfunction. Certain component models may not be able to control the TX-L5.

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Connecting the Power/ Turning on the AV Receiver
Make sure that all the connections from pages 10 to 16 are complete. Turning on the AV Receiver may cause a momentary power surge, which might interfere with other electrical equipment such as computers. If this happens, use a wall outlet on a different circuit.
The shape may differ depending on the region.
VOLUME INPUT TUNING/PRESET ACOUSTIC CONTROL
Connect the power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet (the mains).
Press POWER switch to switch on the main power. The TX-L5 enters standby mode. STANDBY/ON ON The STANDBY indicator lights up.
The TX-L5 is shipped with the main STANDBY power ( POWER) switch in the on position (_) ON. To switch off the main power, press the POWER switch again. The buttons on the remote controller dont operate if the POWER switch is set to OFF.

STANDBY / ON

STANDBY SLEEP

DIMMER

MD/TAPE
Press STANDBY/ON on the AV Receiver or ON on the remote controller. The AV Receiver turns on. STANDBY/ON The ON indicator and display on the ON AV Receivers front panel light. At the same time, the STANDBY indicator goes off.

STANDBY

When the Onkyo DVD player, CD player, MD recorder and cassette tape deck are z-connected, pressing ON button on the remote controller turns in the z-connected components. To turn off the AV Receiver, press STANDBY/ON on the AV Receiver, or STANDBY on the remote controller. The AV Receiver enters standby mode. Be sure to set the volume to minimum before turning off the AV receiver.

Speaker Setup

You need to setup the speaker configuration for the speaker system connected to the SPEAKER teminals. It is not necessary to set the parameters again once you have completed the setup unless you change the speaker configuration.
Speakers setup cannot be done if headphones are connected.

SW MODE SP SETUP

Selecting the number of speaker channels

SP SETUP

Setting the Subwoofer Mode
Press SP SETUP repeatedly to select the number of channels within 3 seconds.
Front left Center Front right
Press SUBWOOFER MODE on the unit or SW MODE on the remote controller.
Remote controller Surround left Surround right

SW MODE

Display and number of speaker channels

Speaker 5ch

With the first press of the button, you can check the present setting. Then each press of the button changes the subwoofer mode as follows (a tip on how to select the right subwoofer mode is in parentheses): SUBWOOFER OFF (When no subwoofer is connected) SUBWOOFER MODE 1 (When you want to enhance the super bass) SUBWOOFER MODE 2 (When you want to lower the super bass) The normal display resumes in three seconds.

Speaker 2ch

Speaker 3ch

Speaker 4ch

I Receiving RDS (European models only)
When an Radio Data System (RDS) station broadcasting Program Service Name (PS) information is received, the RDS indicator lights up and the name of the station is displayed. RDS reception is only available on the European models, and only in areas where RDS broadcasts are available.

PRESET 5/

MEMORY TUNING/PRESET /
Presetting Radio Stations
You can preset up to 30 stations.
Selecting Preset Stations
Before selecting preset stations, you need to preset the radio stations. See Presetting Radio Stations on the left column of this page.
Tune in the radio station you wish to preset (refer to the previous page). Press MEMORY.
The MEMORY indicator lights and the preset number starts flashing in the display.

Remote controller

Press TUNER on the remote controller or rotate the INPUT dial on the unit to switch the input source to the tuner.
FM or AM appears in the display. The band selected in this step will not affect the next step.
While the MEMORY indicator is lit (for about 8 seconds), press TUNING/PRESET / to select the preset number.
Press PRESET 5/ on the remote controller or TUNING/PRESET / on the unit repeatedly to select the preset number of the desired radio station.

Press MEMORY.

The radio station is registered to the preset channel. To register another preset station, repeat steps 1 to 4.
If you press TUNING/PRESET / on the unit for more than 1.5 seconds, the unit enters the manual tuning mode. See step 2 in Tuning Manually on the previous page.
When you preset either FM station or AM station only, you cannot switch the band to another band (for example AM to FM) with the remote controller. Turn INPUT dial to select the band.

Erasing a Preset Station

Various Functions While Listening to Radio Programs
To use the following functions, see pages 28 and 29. Changing the Display Controlling the Brightness of the Lights on the AV receiver Muting the Sound Listening Through Headphones Using the Sleep Timer
Select the preset channel you wish to erase (see steps in the previous page).

MEMORY FM MODE

Press FM MODE while holding down MEMORY.
Enjoying the Surround Modes While Listening to Radio Programs
The selected preset channel will be erased. See page 30.
Playing the Connected Source
This section shows you how to play the sources connected to the AV Receiver. You may need to see Connecting to Audio/Video Equipment on page 12 while following the steps in this section.

I About digital sound

DVD/CD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2
Press INPUT SELECTOR on the remote controller or turn the INPUT dial on the unit to select one of the following input sources:
DVD/CD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 HD MD/TAPE
If the equipment is digitally connected to the AV Receiver, the sound from the digital input will automatically be selected and reproduced instead of the analog sound as explained below.
When the DVD source is selected, the digital sound from the DVD DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL) connector is reproduced. When the VIDEO 2 source is selected, the digital sound from the VIDEO 2 DIGITAL INPUT (COAXIAL) connector is reproduced. When the HD source is selected, the digital sound from the HD DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL) connector is reproduced. When the digital sound is reproduced, the DIGITAL, DTS, or PCM DIGITAL (2 channel digital stereo) indicator lights up according to the received sound system in the AV receivers display. PCM DIGITAL DIGITAL DTS
e.g. When VIDEO 1 is selected.

DVD / C D

MD / TAPE
Press VOLUME 5/ on the remote controller or turn VOLUME dial to adjust the volume.
The AV receiver only reproduces PCM, DOLBY DIGITAL and DTS sound formats from connected equipment.
Enjoying the picture with the sound of another source
Play the DVD, VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2 source and select MD/ TAPE, HD, FM or AM. Then you can enjoy the picture and the sound from the selected input source at the same time.
Various Functions While Playing the Connected Source
Start playing the selected source.
Enjoying the Surround Modes While Playing the Connected Source

See page 30.

Operating the DVD player/CD player/MD recorder/Cassette Tape Deck With the Supplied Remote Controller
I To operate the Onkyo DVD player/CD player
First, connect the DVD player or CD player to the AV Receiver with the z cable (see page 18). When the CD player is connected to the DVD/CD jacks, switch the source (see below). Point the remote controller toward the AV Receiver when you want to operate this equipment.
I To operate the Onkyo MD recorder/cassette tape deck
First, connect the MD recorder or cassette tape deck to the AV Receiver with the z cable (see page 18). When the cassette tape deck is connected to the MD/TAPE jacks, switch the source (see below). Point the remote controller toward the AV Receiver when you want to operate this equipment.

Press DVD first.

Press MD first.
Top menu (DVD only) 5//2/3 (DVD only) Return (DVD only) Pause
Menu (DVD only) Enter (DVD only)
Setup (DVD only) Play Down/Up
Stop/Cancel Stop Pause Reverse play Fast Reverse/ Fast Forward Rewind/ Fast Forward
Stop Fast Reverse/ Fast Forward

Play Play Down/Up

Upper: MD recorder Lower: Cassette tape deck

This mode is suitable for classical and opera music. The center channel is cut and the surround channels are emphasized to widen the stereo image. It simulates a natural reverberation as created in a large hall.
I DOLBY DIGITAL Surround, DTS (Digital Theater System) Surround
This 5.1-channel digital surround format enables you to individually record and play five full-range (20 Hz-20 kHz) channels (left and right front, center, two surround channels) plus an LFE channel (Low Frequency Effect) for the low-range effect sound. It will create a realistic sound that could be heard in the theaters and concert halls. DOLBY DIGITAL
Select this option when you play a DVD video that has a mark.

UNPLUGGED

This mode is suitable for acoustic instrumental sounds, vocals, and jazz music. By emphasizing the front stereo image, it simulates the acoustics in front of the stage.

STUDIO-MIX

This mode is suitable for rock and popular music. Lively sounds with a powerful acoustic image will make you feel as if you are in a club.

TV LOGIC DTS

Select this option when you play a DVD player, LD, or CD that has a mark. This mode offers the realistic acoustics of a TV program being aired in the TV studio. It enhances the entire surround sound and clarity of conversation.
I DOLBY PRO LOGIC II surround
This is a 5-channel surround system of a new generation, casting a bridge between the previous 4-channel (Left/Right Front, Center and monaural surround channels) Pro Logic surround and 5.1-channel Dolby Digital surround. Dolby Pro Logic II provides the MOVIE mode optimized for viewing movies and the MUSIC mode optimized for listening to music. In the MOVIE mode, the surround channel, which has been monaural and based on narrow band, is reproduced in stereo so that the feeling of movement in the played movies is more enhanced. In the MUSIC mode, the surround channel reproduces natural sound field even with 2-channel music sources. The MOVIE mode allows you to enjoy VHS and DVD software marking as well as some of TV carrying the broadcast programs. The MUSIC mode allows you to enjoy stereo music from CD, etc.
ALL CH ST (All Channel Stereo)
This mode is useful for background music. The front and surround channels will create a stereo image.

Notes on DTS

If you play a CD or LD that supports DTS, you may hear a noise for a short while until the DTS decoder recognizes the DTS encoded signal and starts operating. This is not a malfunction. If you press the pause or skip button on the player while playing a DTS source, a short noise may be heard. This is not a malfunction. The DTS indicator on the TX-L5 lights up while it plays the DTS source. When playback concludes and the DTS signal transmission stops, the TX-L5 remains in DTS mode and the DTS indicator remains lit. This prevents noise when you operate the pause or skip button on the player. Therefore, if the source switches from the DTS signal to the PCM signal immediately, the PCM signal may not be played. In this case, stop the playback of the source on the player for about 3 seconds, then resume playback. Some CD players and LD players may be unable to play DTS sources correctly even if you connect the player to the TX-L5 digitally. This is because the digital signal has been processed (such as the output level, sampling frequency, frequency response, etc.), and the TX-L5 cannot recognize the signal as DTS data. Therefore, you may hear noise when you play a DTS source while processing the signal. The MD/TAPE OUT, HD OUT or VIDEO 1 OUT jacks of the TX-L5 output analog audio. Do not record CDs or LDs that support DTS using these jacks. Otherwise, you will record a DTS encoded signal as noise.

Relationship between input sources and surround modes
The surround modes that can be selected are variable depending on the signal formats employed with the input sources.
Dolby Digital*4 Input source signal format source software Analog/PCM*3 Cassette tape Audio CD Video CD Record FM AM HD recorder G 2-channel source Video DVD LD*5 other source Video DVD LD*5 DTS Video DVD Audio CD LD
Listening mode STEREO*1 DOLBY D DTS Surround mode PL II MOVIE PL II MUSIC ORCHESTRA UNPLUGGED Onkyos STUDIO-MIX surround mode*2 TV LOGIC ALL CH STEREO *1 *2 *3 *4 *5

G G G G G G G

Only STEREO can be selected when SP SETUP is set to 2 ch or when headphones are used. These modes cannot be selected when SP SETUP is set to 2 ch or 3 ch. Only STEREO can be selected when the PCM source has been recorded with a sampling rate 96 kHz. Only DOLBY D (PL II if the source is a 2-channel source) or STEREO can be selected when Dolby Digital surround audio is reproduced. If you have an LD player with AC-RF output, connect it via a AC-RF demodulator to one of the TX-L5s DIGITAL INPUT terminals.

SURR MODE

SURROUND STEREO SUBWOOFER MODE MEMORY FM MODE TUNING/PRESET ACOUSTIC CONTROL
Using Dolby Pro Logic II/ Onkyos Original DSP Modes
See Relationship between input sources and surround modes on page 31.
Changing the Sound to Stereo

Press STEREO.

In the display, STEREO appears and the STEREO indicator lights up.

STEREO indicator

Press SURR MODE on the remote controller or SURROUND on the unit to choose PL II or the DSP mode.
The current listening mode appears in the display when the button is pressed once, then each press of the button changes the listening mode as follows:

DSP indicator

PL II MOVIE PL II MUSIC ALL CH ST TV LOGIC ORCHESTRA UNPLUGGED
STUDIO-MIX About Dolby Pro Logic II
Suitable for Dolby Surround sources. In the display, PL II MOVIE or PL II MUSIC appears and the PRO LOGIC II indicator lights up. Skipped if SPEAKER 2 ch is selected on page 20. PRO LOGIC II indicator
Adjusting Each Speaker's Relative Volume Balance Temporarily
You can readjust each speaker's relative volume balance according to your preference while listening to the sound. The adjusted values will return to the values set on page 22 when the AV Receiver enters standby mode, or the main power is switched off unless you save the values.
(Checking each speakers relative volume balance) While playing the source, press CH SEL repeatedly.
Each press of the button changes the speaker which outputs the sound and the selected speaker appears in the display in the following order: LEFT (Front left ch.) CENTER (Center ch.) RIGHT (Front right ch.) SURR RIGHT (Surround right ch.) SURR LEFT (Surround left ch.) SUBWOOFER (Subwoofer) Speaker volume adjustment mode off

(Adjusting each speakers relative volume balance) Press CH SEL repeatedly to select the speaker, then press 5/ to adjust the volume level.
The volume level can be adjusted between 12dB and +12dB. Repeat this step to change another speakers volume balance.
I Saving the adjusted values
Any speaker that is not included in the speaker configuration on page 20 is not selected even if it is actually connected.
Using the LATE NIGHT Function
The LATE NIGHT function operates when the sound is DOLBY DIGITAL Surround. Cinema sound has a vast dynamic range; therefore, to hear the quieter sounds such as human conversations, they must be played back at larger volumes. When this function is set to HIGH or LOW, the dynamic range of the sound is narrowed down to allow you to easily hear minute sounds at low volumes. This function is especially useful if you wish to play a movie at low volumes during the nighttime.
Boosting the Super Bass Sounds/High Frequency Sounds Acoustic Control
You can enjoy more dynamic sounds by boosting the super bass/high frequency sounds, even with decreased volume.
DVD / C D VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 HD MD / TAPE
ACOUSTIC CONTROL button/indicator

A.CTRL

LATE NIGHT
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-453S
Press A.CTRL on the remote controller or ACOUSTIC CONTROL on the unit.
Each press of the button changes the acoustic mode as follows:

Press LATE NIGHT.

The current setting appears in the display. To change the setting, press the button repeatedly while the current setting is displayed. When the button is pressed while DOLBY DIGITAL Surround sound is being reproduced LATE NIGHT = LOW, LATE NIGHT = HIGH or LATE NIGHT = OFF can be selected. OFF: Turns off the Late Night function. LOW: Narrows the dynamic range. HIGH:Narrows the dynamic range more.
A.CONTROL OFF appears in the display and the ACOUSTIC CONTROL indicator goes off.
A.CONTROL 1 appears in the display and the ACOUSTIC CONTROL indicator on the unit lights up. The super bass sounds from the front speakers are boosted. A.CONTROL 2 appears in the display and the ACOUSTIC CONTROL indicator on the unit lights up.

Contents Hard Disk Music Library

Before using 2

Instruction Manual
Facilities and connections 8

Operation

Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo Hard Disk Music Library. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new Hard Disk Music Library. Please retain this manual for future reference.

Carry Tunes

Appendix

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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 Safeguards

1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. 6. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 7. Water and Moisture Do not use the appliance near water for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. 8. Accessories Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturers instructions, and should use a mounting accessory PORTABLE CART WARNING recommended by the manufacturer. 9. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the S3125A appliance and cart combination to overturn. 10. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The appliance should not be placed in a builtin installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided. There should be free space of at least 5 cm (2 in.) and an opening behind the appliance. 11. Power Sources The appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. 12. Grounding or Polarization The appliance may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 13. Power-Cord Protection Powersupply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 14. Lightning For added protection for the appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line surges. 15. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 16. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance. 17. Servicing Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 18. Damage Requiring Service Unplug the appliance form the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified 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 appliance, C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water, D. If the appliance 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 qualified technician to restore the appliance to its normal operation, E. If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way, and F. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service. 19. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 20. 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. 21. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 22. Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 23. Liquid Hazards The appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases shall be placed on the appliance.

Precautions

1. Recording Copyright Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is illegal without permission of the copyright holder. 2. Power manufactures who sell Laser Products must maintain records of written communications between the manufacturer, dealers and customers concerning radiation safety. If you have any complaints about instructions or explanations affecting the use of this product, please feel free to write to the address on the back page of this manual. When you write us, please include the model number and serial number of your unit. In compliance with Federal Regulations, the certification, identification and the period of manufacture are indicated on the rear panel.
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region. Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel. Turning off the standby button does not shut off the power completely. So the power cord should be removed from the AC outlet when the unit is not used for a prolonged time. 3. Do not touch this unit with wet hands Do not handle this unit or power cord when your hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid enters the case, take this unit to an authorized service center for inspection. 4. Location of this unit Place this unit in a well-ventilated location. Take special care to provide plenty of ventilation on all sides of this unit especially when it is placed in an audio rack. If ventilation is blocked, this unit may overheat and malfunction. Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or heating units as this units internal temperature may rise and shorten the life of the pickup. Avoid damp and dusty places and places directly affected by vibrations from the speakers. In particular, avoid placing the unit on or above one of the speakers. Be sure this unit is placed in a horizontal position. Never place it on its side or on a slanted surface as it may malfunction. Do not place near tuners or TV sets. If placed next to a TV or tuner, it may cause reception interference resulting in some noise in the TV or tuner output. 5. Care From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth in a weak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry, and wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately with a clean cloth. Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or remove the panel lettering. 6. Points to remember If this unit is brought from a cold environment to a warm one or is in a cold room that is quickly heated, condensation may form on the pickup, preventing proper operation. In this case, remove the disc and leave the power ON for about one hour to remove the condensation. When transporting this unit, be careful not to bump it.

For Canadian model NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. For models having a power cord with a polarized plug: CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Modele pour les Canadien REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. Sur les modles dont la fiche est polarise: ATTENTION: POUR VITER LES CHOCS LECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQUAU FOND. For European model This unit contains a semiconductor laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. So, to use this model properly, read this Instruction Manual carefully. In case of any trouble, please contact the store where you purchased the unit. To prevent being exposed to the laser beam, do not try to open the enclosure.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

This label on the rear panel states that: 1. This unit is a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and employs a laser inside the cabinet. 2. To prevent the laser from being exposed, do not remove the cover. Refer servicing to qualified personnel. For British model Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel. IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue : Neutral Brown : Live 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. IMPORTANT A 5 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amperes and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse. IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME, THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 ampere SOCKET. If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.

Contents

Before using Important Safeguards... 2 Precautions.. 3 Contents.. 5 Main Features.. 6 Supplied accessories... 7 Before using this unit... 7
Installing the remote controller batteries.. 7 Using the remote controller... 7
Erasing tracks recorded on the HDD. 30
Erasing a track... 30 Erasing an entire group.. 31
Creating a play list.. 32
Creating a play list... 32
Listening to tracks using a play list. 34
Listening to tracks using a play list. 34 Stopping the playback.. 34 Selecting the track you want to listen to. 34 Reversing and fast forwarding.. 34 Playing tracks in a play list in random order.. 35 Playing tracks in a play list repeatedly. 35 Exiting the play list playback mode. 35

Check that the following accessories are supplied with the MB-S1.
Remote controller 1 Batteries (AA, R6 or UM-3) 2
Audio connection cables 2

cable 1

Instruction manual 1 Warranty card 1
CD-ROM 1 (Carry Tunes Installer Disc)

USB cable 1

Before using this unit
Installing the remote controller batteries
1. Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing and sliding the cover. 2. Insert two AA (R6 or UM-3) batteries into the battery compartment. Carefully follow the polarity diagram (positive (+) and negative () symbols) inside the battery compartment. 3. After batteries are installed and seated correctly, replace the compartment cover.
Using the remote controller
Point the remote controller toward the remote control sensor.
Remote control sensor MB-S1
Approx. 16 feet (5 meters)
Notes: Do not mix new batteries with old batteries or different kinds of batteries. To avoid corrosion, remove the batteries if the remote controller is not to be used for a long time. Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid damage from corrosion. If the remote controller does not operate smoothly, replace both the batteries at the same time. The life of the batteries supplied is about six months but this will vary depending on usage.
Notes: Place the unit away from strong light such as direct sunlight or inverted fluorescent light which can prevent proper operation of the remote controller. Using another remote controller of the same type in the same room or using the unit near equipment which uses infrared rays may cause operational interference. Do not put objects on the remote controller. Its buttons may be pressed by mistake and drain the batteries. Make sure the audio rack doors do not have colored glass. Placing the unit behind such doors may prevent proper remote controller operation. If there is any obstacle between the remote controller and the remote control sensor, the remote controller will not operate.
Parts names and functions

Front panel

The numbers within the brackets are the pages where the part or function is introduced.

STANDBY/ON

PLAY MODE EDIT/CLEAR

MULTI JOG

YES NO

PLAY /

STANDBY
PLAY LIST MENU/EXIT PUSH TO ENTER
DISPLAY TEXT CD DUBBING FAVORITE IT HDD REC REC MODE EXTERNAL INPUT

OPERATION

CD HDD

HARD DISK MUSIC LIBRARY

J IH G
1 STANDBY/ON button [18] Turns on the MB-S1 or places it in the standby state.
MENU/EXIT button [19, 25, 42] Switches the menu mode. Press this button while selecting any menu item to exit the menu.

Front panel display

PLAY MODE indicators

RANDOM indicator

The indicator showing the current play mode lights.
Lights when the tracks on the hard disk drive are played in random order.

FAVORITE indicator

Lights while your favorite tracks are played. CD mode indicator
T.PLAY and T.REC indicators [42]
Lights when the timer recording or playing operation is reserved. Lights when you are playing a CD. HDD mode indicator
TOTAL, SINGLE, and REMAIN indicators [21, 27]
Lights when the playing time information is shown in the multi function display.
Lights when you are playing tracks recorded on the hard disk drive. QUICK lights when the quick recording mode is operating. (See page 25.) MP3 lights when the tracks are recorded in MP3 format.
MP3, PCM, 96, 128, and 192 indicators
Shows the encode mode for the current track. When you play the MP3 track, MP3 indicator lights with 96, 128, or 192 indicator according to the track bit rate.
DIGITAL 1/2, ANALOG indicators
Lights when the DIGITAL 1 (optical), DIGITAL 2 (coaxial), or ANALOG (analog) is selected for input source.

Level indicator

NAVI indicator
Lights when the display shows the current position of the track played.
Shows the audio level for the current track or the position currently playing. When in the group mode, the left level meter shows the position of the current group to the all groups while the right level meter shows the position of the current track to the group.

PLAY LIST indicator

Lights when the tracks registered with the play list are played. TITLE, ALBUM, ARTIST, DATE indicators [41] GENRE, and
Shows the display mode for the multi function display.
Multi function display REPEAT/REPEAT 1 indicator
Lights when the tracks are played repeatedly. REPEAT 1 lights when the single track is played repeatedly.

Remote controller

DISPLAY button [29, 36, 41]
Press to change the display mode.

0 B C E G I F A D

CLOCK button [19, 21, 27]
Press to display the current day of the week and time.

EXT INPUT button [25]

Press to select the external input source. With each press of the button, the input source switches between ANALOG, DIGITAL 1, and DIGITAL 2.

Track 3

ON button STANDBY/ON button

STANDBY button

OPERATION buttons

(open/close) button

Turning on the power
Press the STANDBY/ON button on the MB-S1 to turn on the power. Pressing it again causes the MB-S1 to enter the standby state. When using the remote controller, pressing the ON button turns on the power and pressing the STANDBY button causes the MB-S1 to enter the standby state.
STANDBY / ON ON STANDBY / ON ON
Switching the CD player and HDD
The MB-S1 can play the tracks on an audio CD or a CD-R containing music files as well as the tracks recorded on the hard disk drive (HDD). To switch the playing source, use the OPERATION buttons. Pressing the CD button activates the CD player, and the MB-S1 PLAY/ PAUSE enters the CD mode. The CD, STOP, and indicators light orange. In the CD mode, you can play audio CDs and CD-R discs using the buttons on the MB-S1 or remote controller.

STANDBY STANDBY

Standby state: The state entered when the current time is displayed in the display area. If you have not set the current time, -- : -- is displayed (see the next page). Power-on state: The state entered when the STANDBY/ON button on the MB-S1, or the ON button on the remote controller, is pressed while in the standby state. In the power-on state, you can operate the MB-S1. After pressing the button, HDD MUSIC LIBRARY indication scrolls in the display area. Then, the total number of groups and the total number of tracks on the HDD is displayed, and the same mode indicators light that were lit the last time the MB-S1 was turned off. When the CD mode is active, Reading Media is displayed in the display area and the loading of the CD starts. After the CD loading process has finished, the number of groups and tracks, and the total recorded time for the CD appears in the display. When the HDD section is activated, the same group indicator lights as when the MB-S1 turned off last time.
Pressing the HDD button activates the HDD section, and the MBS1 enters the HDD mode. The HDD, STOP, and PLAY/ PAUSE indicators light green. In the HDD mode, you can play the music files recorded on the internal HDD.

Opening the CD tray

Press the (open/close) button on the MB-S1 to open the CD tray.
Note: No button operates for a few seconds immediately after the power is turned on. Remember to operate the MB-S1 after the loaded information is displayed.

Setting date and time

CLOCK button MULTI JOG dial YES button

DISPLAY button

MENU button buttons

1. Enter the menu mode.

MENU/EXIT
Set the month, day, hour and minute using the same procedure above. The day of the week will be automatically set. You can highlight any item (year, month, day, hour, and minute) to set them using the / buttons.

Pressing the MENU/EXIT button displays the menu items in the display area.
2. Select the clock setting menu.

4. Confirm the setting.

Rotate the MULTI JOG dial to select the clock setting menu (Clock Setting?). The menu items are displayed in the following order: Clock Setting?, Timer Setting?, AnaRecSetting?.
Press the YES button to confirm the setting. The second is displayed and the clock starts.

PUSH TO ENTER

5. Restore the normal indication.
Press the MENU/EXIT button or

STOP button.

Press the MULTI JOG dial.
Displaying the date and time (Remote controller only)
3. Set the date and time.
Press the CLOCK button on the remote controller. With each press of the CLOCK button, the displayed information changes as follows.
Rotate the MULTI JOG dial to select the year.
Press the MULTI JOG dial to enter the year. The highlight moves to the month.
Return to the normal indication.
Listening to an audio CD or CD-R

MULTI JOG dial

STOP button

PAUSE button

DISPLAY button (open/close) button OPERATION button buttons /

Selecting the track

While playing or pausing, pressing the button locates the beginning of the current track, and pressing it twice locates the beginning of the previous track. Then each press of the button locates the beginning of another previous track. Each press of the button carries you to the beginning of the next track.

1. Set a disc.

Press the (open/close) button to open the CD tray. Place the disc on the tray with the label facing upward. When setting a single-sized CD, place it on the inner well. Press the (open/close) button to close the tray.
2 Activate the CD player section.
Reversing and fast forwarding
During playback, hold down the or button for 0.5 seconds or longer to reverse or fast forward the current track. At first, reverse and fast forward is eight times faster than normal speed playback, and then will be 16, 32, and 64 times faster. When the reverse or fast-forward comes to your or desired position, release the button to resume normal playback. The sound is not output while reversing or fast forwarding. While reversing, when the MB-S1 comes to the beginning of the track, the playback of that track starts in normal speed. While fast forwarding, when the MB-S1 comes to the beginning of the next track, the playback of the next track starts in normal speed.

Press the CD button.

3. Start playing.

PLAY / PAUSE

Press the

PAUSE button.

lights in the display area and playback starts. When playback finishes, the CD player automatically stops. Press the PLAY/ PAUSE button while playing to pause the playback. The indicator lights. Press it again to resume playback from the position where the playback paused.
Playing tracks repeatedly (remote controller only)
Pressing the REPEAT button on the remote controller displays the current setting of the repeat playback. Each press of the REPEAT button switches the repeat playback mode in the following order: Repeat All, Repeat 1, Repeat Off.

Stopping playback

PLAY/ PAUSE button Pressing the starts playback from the beginning of the track which was played when the STOP button was pressed. Press the STOP button twice to display the track information and stop playback.
Repeat All: Plays all the tracks on a CD repeatedly. When you select this mode, REPEAT indicator lights. When playing a CD containing MP3 files, all the tracks in the selected group (folder) are played repeatedly. Repeat 1: Plays the current track repeatedly. When you select this mode, REPEAT 1 indicator lights. Repeat Off: Turns off the repeat playback mode.
Switching the display information
Each press of the COUNTER button on the remote controller switches the information displayed in the display area. When stopped Playing time for the first track on the CD When paused or during playback The elapsed time for the currently played track
The total track number and the total playing time for the CD
The remaining time for the currently played track
When the disc title is longer than the display area When you play a CD that contains text data, press the SCROLL button on the remote controller to display the whole title sequentially.
Changes the brightness of the display area.* Switches the displayed information in the display area. Switches to the clock display. Selects the track you want to listen.
While playing or paused, press the button once to locate the beginning of the current track. Press this button twice to locate the beginning of the previous track. Press it again to locate the beginning of another previous track. button While playing or paused, press the to locate the beginning of the next track. Then, each press of this button locates the beginning of another next track.

DIGITAL-1: When connected to the DIGITAL INPUT1 (OPTICAL) terminals DIGITAL-2: When connected to the DIGITAL INPUT2 (COAXIAL) terminals ANALOG: When connected to the ANALOG input terminals (When you record the input source recorded at higher recording level, such as analog records, do the steps in Adjusting the recording level on page 25.)
Tip: A track number automatically increments when the input level is below the threshold. You can set this threshold level as necessary. To / buttons. TR set the threshold level, press the / Marking appears in the display. Then, press the button to select the threshold level from the preset level of 1 to 9.
(See the step 3 on page 22.)

7. Start recording.

Press the REC MODE button to select the desired recording mode. The recording mode switches to the next one with each press of the button. For more information, see table on page 25.
Press the PLAY/ PAUSE button and start playback on the external device simultaneously.
Notice: About maximum recording time The maximum recording time is 6 hours per group. The recording time will be displayed up to 99 hours 59 minutes 59 seconds. When the recording lasts longer than the maximum time above, the indication will be -- : -- : --. While waiting an input signal, Signal Wait appears.
Adjusting the recording level (Analog input only)
1. Select an input source. 3. Put the MBS1 into the recording standby state. 5. Select a target group for recording.
Press the MENU/EXIT button. A menu item appears in the display area.
2. Select a recording mode. 6. Start recording. 4. Adjusting the recording level.
2. Select the menu for adjusting recording level.
Turn the MULTI JOG dial to select AnaRecSetting? and press the MULTI JOG dial to confirm. Norm or Low blinks slowly.
Input source and recording format The available recording formats and speeds depend on the external device and input source as follows: When recording from the CD player section of the MB-S1 Operation Recording mode QUICK Recording level Input (REC MODE) indication source
Audio CD PCM Quick Rec *2 (approx. 5X speed) Normal speed Quick Rec * (approx. 20X speed)
3. Select the adjusting level range.
MP3 96/128/192kbps MP3 CD * (a CD-R containing MP3 encoded tracks)
Turn the MULTI JOG dial to select the level range of either Norm or Low.
MP3 (Same as the source track)
Norm (Normal): Select when you record an analog input source from digital audio devices such as CD, DVD, or MD. Low: Select when you record an analog input source with higher output level such as analog records. The level for the Low setting is attenuated 12 dB from the Norm level.
*1 Duplicated CDs and CD-Rs containing MP3 files are limited to private use only. Duplicated CD-Rs and CD-RWs created with an audio CD-R recorder cannot be recorded on the MB-S1 under SCMS restriction. *2 When using Quick Rec feature, the sound is not output.

Press the MULTI JOG dial. Sorting appears in the display area and tracks marked as your favorite are selected.
Playing your favorite tracks only
Press the PLAY MODE button twice.
The current setting appears. I Disabling the favorite mode In step 2 above, select Favorite Off and press the MULTI JOG dial.
About combination of play modes Displaying track information
I When you combine the sorted tracks mode and the favorite mode
Plays only favorite tracks from sorted tracks in sorted order.
I When you use the random and repeat playback feature
Plays tracks in random order and repeatedly.
To switch the track information displayed such as the track title or artist name for the current track, press the DISPLAY button. With each press of the button, a indicator in the left part of the display lights one by one and the track information you entered using the steps described on pages 28 and 29 appears.
Notice: The MB-S1 does not support 2-byte character code. When you play CDs or music files on the HDD which contain some 2-byte character, the track information will not be displayed properly.
Displays track information.
1. Mark a track as your favorite. 2. Activate the favorite mode.

Using timer functions

MENU/EXIT button

Setting a timer

You can set four kinds of timer functions including timer playback and timer recording. For each timer setting, you can set the function like playing tracks on the HDD, or playing and recording the source from external devices with the date and the day of the week for activating timer. You can also set a play list when playing and a target recording group when recording.
4. Set the timer function.
Turn the MULTI JOG dial to select the timer function for the timer setting.
After selecting the timer function, press the MULTI JOG dial to confirm the timer function.
Press the MENU button. The menu appears in the display area.
2. Select the timer setting menu.
Timer Function HDD Play: Plays tracks on the HDD. D-1 Rec: Records the audio signal from DIGITAL INPUT 1 input terminals.

9. Confirm the day of the week.
Press the YES button to confirm the day of the week.
Notes: A track number automatically increments when the input level of the recording source is below the threshold. If you record a track which contains longer silence section, a track number may increment when the recording comes to the silence section. (See the tips of step 4 on page 24.) If an operation is performed such as playing, recording and others when the start time for the timer setting comes, the timer function may not operate normally. The timer function will activate whether the MB-S1 is turned on or in the standby state. When you record the source from an external audio device, turn on the power of the device. You can set up to 4 timer settings. However, when a timer setting already executed has not yet completed and the start time for another timer setting comes, the latter timer setting will be ignored.
In step 4 above: When you select HDD PLAY, go to step 10, Select a play list. When you select D-1 REC, D-2 REC, or ANA REC, go to the step 11, Select a target group for recording. When the setting is completed, T. PLAY or T. REC lights.

Specifications

CD-ROM Drive Unit: Hard Disk Drive Unit: ATA Packet Interface (specified in SFF-8020) (E-IDE) Industry Standard 5.25" Half Height Form Factor AT Attachment 5 (ATA-5) Industry Standard 3.5" Half Height Form Factor 20GB Single bit (Crystal CS4341, 24 bit/96 kHz) Single bit (Crystal CS53L32A, 24 bit/96 kHz) 1 Analog Output (stereo) 1 Analog Input (stereo) 2 Digital Input (optical)/(coaxial) 1 Digital Output (optical) (with Audio CD Playback only) 1 USB (Type B) 5 Hz - 20 kHz 0.007 % (at 1 kHz, 0 dB) 90 dB 90 dB LPCM: 0.007 % (at 1 kHz, 0 dB), MP3: 0.018 % (at 1 kHz, 0 dB) 90 dB 90 dB 90 dB (playback) Below threshold of measurability 2.0 volts r.m.s.
D/A Converter: A/D Converter: Connections:
Frequency Response: Playback Harmonic distortion: Playback Dynamic range: Playback Signal to noise ratio: Recording Harmonic distortion: Recording Dynamic range: Recording Signal to Noise ratio: Channel Separation: Wow and Flutter: Output Level: Power Supply Rating & Power Consumption USA & Canadian models: Others models: Dimension (W.H.D,) Weight
AC120 V, 60 Hz, 27 W AC120-240 V, 50/60 Hz, 24 W 435 x 81 x 359 (17-1/8" x 3-3/16" x 14-1/8") 5.0 kg, 11.0 lbs
Specifications and features are subject to change without notice.
Overview of the supplied Carry Tunes software
The supplied Carry Tunes software is designed for transferring MP3 music files. Though until now MP3 music files have only been able to be played on PCs, Carry Tunes allows you to enjoy the music files easily and in high quality on the MB-S1.

I Plays MP3 music files

You can play MP3 music files with easy operation.
I MP3 track information edit feature

If you select the Specify a location check box in step 6 above, click Browse to select the folder containing the device drivers. In the example above, E: represents the drive letter for the CD-ROM drive.

11. Click Next.

8. Click Next.
12. Select the CD-ROM drive check box, and click Next. 9. Click Finish.
When you reinstall the driver, select the Specify a location check box.

13. Click OK.

Confirming the installation of the device driver
1. Click Start, point to Settings, and choose Control Panel. 2. Double-click the System icon.
If you select the Specify a location check box in the step 12 above, click Browse to select the folder containing the device drivers. In the example above, E: represents the drive letter for the CD-ROM drive.
3. Click Hardware. (Windows 2000 only) 4. Click the Device Manager tab.

14. Click Next.

When using Windows 98SE/Me

15. Click Finish.

Confirm these device drivers are installed.
5. Confirm the installed device drivers are displayed in the dialog box.
Find MBS1/HDR1 Command Driver, MBS1/HDR1 Data Driver, and Generic USB Hub. Notes: Make sure that the sound device drivers are working properly. For more information, refer to the documentation that comes with your PC. When Unknown device appears under Universal Serial Bus Controller, unplug the USB cable and plug it in again for the MB-S1 to be recognized. For Windows Me, a green ? mark may appear next to USB Compatible Device in the Device Manager tab, but this will not effect the operation and function of the MB-S1. It may take about 15 seconds to recognize the USB Audio device when you connect the USB cable or the PC starts up. During this recognition process, do not start any application and do not perform any operations on the PC. Do not unplug the USB cable while any applications runs on the PC.
Installing the Carry Tunes

Install Procedure

1. Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CDROM drive of the PC.
The setup menu automatically appears. If the setup menu does not appear automatically, double-click the CtStart file.
5. The Choose Destination Location window appears. Click Next.
2. Click Install on the Carry Tunes Installation CD window.
6. The Select Program Folder window appears. Click Next. 3. The Welcome window appears. Click Next.
7. The Setup Complete window appears. Click Finish. 4. The Softoware License Agreement window appears. After you read it, click Yes.

This completes the installation procedures for Carry Tunes.

Using Carry Tunes

Registering MP3 files with Carry Tunes

1. Start Carry Tunes.

Click Start, point to Programs, point to Carry Tunes, and click Carry Tunes. is created on the desktop, When the Carry Tunes icon double-click the icon.
2. Drag the MP3 files you want to register and drop them onto Carry Tunes.
The supplied CD-ROM contains sample MP3 files. To use the sample MP3 files, insert the CD-ROM into the CDROM drive on the PC. Click Open Sample music folder in the Carry Tunes Installation CD dialog box to open the folder containing the sample MP3 files. Do not drag and drop the files other than MP3 files because they cannot be registered with the Carry Tunes software. To check if the file is an MP3 file, right-click the file to open the property and make sure that the file extension is MP3. * If the Carry Tunes Installation CD dialog box does not appear automatically, open the CD-ROM, and double-click the CtStart file.

Open a music file.

3. The MP3 files you dropped are displayed in the Carry Tunes screen.

Main operations

Marks files when transferring or deleting
Changes the Unmarks the background color Playing time information (elapsed time, checkmark remaining time) for the current track Progress bar Starts transferring

Currently selected file

Left-click to raise the volume. Right-click to lower the volume. You can also click and turn the dial to adjust the volume level.
Click to display information including shortcut keys or version number. Displays the total number of marked files
Skips a track forward or backward
Fast forwards or reverses
Stops playback of the current track

Minimizes the display

Maximizes or minimizes the track list table

Exits Carry Tunes

Displays the total time of marked files
Pauses playback of the current track

Plays tracks with marks

Transferring MP3 music files to the MB-S1
1. Make sure the MB-S1 is connected to the PC properly.
When the connection is properly made, the display in the MBS1 appears as shown below.
4. Start transferring 2. Mark a file to be transferred 3. Select a target group for transferring