TX-SR604/604E and TX-SR8460 Only
90 watts per channel into 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, less than 0.08% total harmonic distortion (FTC rating) VLSC*8 (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) on the front left and right channels
*1. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. *2. DTS, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES, and Neo:6 are trademarks of DTS, Inc. *3. Neural Surround name and related logos are trademarks owned by Neural Audio Corporation. *4. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High Denition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC. *5. CinemaFILTER is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation. *6. XM Ready, XM Public Radio are trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. 2006 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. *7. Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories. U.S. and foreign patents pending. MultEQ or 2EQ is a trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. *8. VLSC is a registered trademark of Onkyo Corporation. Apple and iPod are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Xantech is a registered trademark of Xantech Corporation. Niles is a registered trademark of Niles Audio Corporation. This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited consumer uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

FM/AM/XM Tuner

40 AM/FM presets AM/FM auto tuning XM Satellite Radio*6 (XM Passport System required; sold separately) (North American models only) RDS (Radio Data System) (European models only)

Others

Audyssey*7 2EQ to correct room acoustic problems Easy-to-use onscreen setup menus Preprogrammed remote controller for use with other AV components

Table of Contents

Introduction
Important Safety Instructions.2 Precautions..3 Supplied Accessories..4 Features...5 Front & Rear Panels.7 Remote Controller..12 About Home Theater..17 Listening to XM Satellite Radio (North American models only).. 56 Selecting Listening Modes.. 61
Listening Mode Table.. 62 About the Listening Modes.. 63

Recording.. 65

Advanced Operations
Using the Late Night Function (Dolby Digital only)... 66 Using the CinemaFILTER.. 66 Adjusting Individual Speaker Levels. 66

O DIMMER or RT/PTY/TP button (51, 55)
DIMMER is used to adjust the display brightness. On the European model, this is the RT/PTY/TP button, and its for RDS (Radio Data System). See Using RDS (European models only) on page 54.
P DIGITAL INPUT button (44, 77)
This button is used to assign the digital inputs and to specify the format of digital input signals.

Q DISPLAY button (50)

This button is used to display various information about the currently selected input source.
R LISTENING MODE [ ] [ ] buttons (61)
These buttons are used to select the listening modes.

S STEREO button (61)

This button is used to select the Stereo listening mode.
T TONE, [] & [+] buttons (50)
These buttons are used to adjust the bass and treble.
U ZONE 2 LEVEL button (82)
This button is used to set the volume for Zone 2.

V ZONE 2/OFF button (81)

The ZONE 2 button is used to select the input source for Zone 2.

Display

1 ZONE 2 indicator (81)
RDS (European models only) (54): This indicator lights up when tuned to a radio station that supports RDS (Radio Data System). XM (North American models only) (56): This indicator lights up when XM radio is selected. MEMORY (53): This indicator lights up when presetting radio stations. FM STEREO (52): This indicator lights up when the AV receiver is tuned to a stereo FM station.
The page numbers in parentheses show where you can nd the main explanation for each item.

2 MUTING indicator (51)

This indicator ashes while the AV receiver is muted.

3 HDMI indicator

This indicator lights up when the HDMI input is used.
4 Listening mode & format indicators
These indicators show the currently selected listening mode and the format of digital input signals.

6 Message area

This area of the display shows various information about the currently selected source.

5 Tuning indicators

TUNED (52): This indicator lights up when the AV receiver is tuned into a radio station. AUTO (52): This indicator lights up when the Auto Tuning mode is selected, and disappears when the Manual Tuning mode is selected.

7 SLEEP indicator (51)

This indicator lights up when the Sleep function has been set.
Rear Panel C (North American models only) 1B D 5 6G J (Only some models) H 9

M VU T S R

A DIGITAL OPTICAL IN 1, 2, 3 and OUT
The optical digital audio inputs can be used to connect CD and DVD players, and other components with an optical digital audio output. The optical output can be used connect a CD recorder or other digital recorder with an optical digital input.
H FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND &
SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS (20) These terminal posts are for connecting your front, center, surround, and surround back speakers.

For AM and FM, the Up and Down [ tons are used for tuning. ]/[ ] but-
Selects the previously displayed setup menu.
H LISTENING MODE buttons (61)
Used to select the listening modes. These buttons work in all remote controller modes. STEREO button Selects the Stereo listening mode. SURROUND button Selects the Dolby and DTS listening modes and the Neural Surround listening mode (North American models only). [ ]/[ ] buttons Used to select the available listening modes.
North American models only For XM, the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons are used to select channels, and the [ENTER] button is used to change the search mode. The Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons are used to select categories. I Buttons used when the TAPE input is selected To select your Cassette deck as the input source, press:
I TEST TONE, CH SEL, LEVEL-, and LEVEL+
buttons (66, 70) Used to adjust the level of each speaker.

J DISPLAY button (50)

Displays various information about the selected input source.

4 Playback buttons

On twin cassette decks, only deck B can be controlled. Play [ ] button Starts playback. Stop [ ] button Stops playback. Reverse Play [ ] button Starts reverse playback. Rewind and FF [ ]/[ ] buttons The Rewind [ ] button starts rewind. The FF [ ] button starts fast forward.
K REMOTE MODE buttons (13)
Used to select the remote controller modes. When a remote controller button is pressed, the REMOTE MODE button for the currently selected mode lights up.

L SLEEP button (51)

Used with the Sleep function.
M VOL [ ]/[ ] button (49)
Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver regardless of the currently selected remote controller mode.

N MUTING button (51)

Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver.

O SETUP button

Used to access the setup menus.

P CINE FLTR button (66)

Used with the CinemaFILTER function.

Q L NIGHT button (66)

Used with the Late Night function.

DVD Mode

By default, the remote controller is set to control an Onkyo DVD player. To select your DVD player as the input source, press:

A ON/STANDBY button

Sets the DVD player to On or Standby.

B Number buttons

Used to enter title, chapter, and track numbers and times for locating specic points.

C DISC +/ button

Selects discs on a DVD changer.

D TOP MENU button

Selects a DVDs top menu.
E Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons
Used to navigate DVD menus and the DVD players onscreen setup menus.

F RETURN button

Exits the DVD players onscreen setup menus.

G Playback buttons

From left to right: Pause, Play, Stop, Fast Reverse, Fast Forward, Previous, and Next.

H SUBTITLE button

Selects subtitles.

I AUDIO button

About AV Connections

Before making any AV connections, read the manuals supplied with your other AV components. Dont connect the power cord until youve completed and double-checked all AV connections.
AV Connection Color Coding
RCA-type AV connections are usually color-coded: red, white, and yellow. Use red plugs to connect rightchannel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled R). Use white plugs to connect left-channel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled L). And use yellow plugs to connect composite video inputs and outputs.
Left (white) Right (red) Composite video (Yellow) Analog audio Left (white) Right (red) (Yellow) Right!

Optical Digital Jacks

The AV receivers optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is inserted and close when its removed. Push plugs in all the way. Caution: To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical plug straight when inserting and removing.
Push plugs in all the way to make good connections (loose connections can cause noise or malfunctions). To prevent interference, keep audio and video cables away from power cords and speaker cables.

Wrong!

AV Cables & Jacks

Cable Jack Description

Component video cable
Component video separates the luminance (Y) and color difference signals (PR, PB), providing the best picture quality (some TV manufacturers label their component video sockets slightly differently). S-Video separates the luminance and color signals and provides better picture quality than composite video.

S-Video cable

Composite video cable
Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs, and other video equipment. Use only dedicated composite video cables.
Cable Optical digital audio cable Jack Description
Offers the best sound quality and allows you to enjoy surround sound (e.g., Dolby Digital, DTS). The audio quality is the same as for coaxial. Offers the best sound quality and allows you to enjoy surround sound (e.g., Dolby Digital, DTS). The audio quality is the same as for optical.
Coaxial digital audio cable

Analog audio cable (RCA)

This cable carries analog audio. Its the most common connection format for analog audio, and can be found on virtually all AV components. This cable carries multichannel analog audio and its typically used to connect DVD players with a 7.1-channel analog audio output. Several standard analog audio cables can be used instead of a multichannel cable.

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 Surround back left back right speaker speaker Surround left speaker Surround right speaker

Front right speaker

Front left 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 connector
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead (see page 22).
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. I North American models
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.

I Other models

Insert wire

Release

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.
Use thumbtacks or something similar to x the FM antenna into position.
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 22).

Thumbtacks, etc.

Caution: Be careful that you dont injure yourself when using thumbtacks.
Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead.

Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna
If good reception cannot be achieved using the supplied AM loop antenna, an outdoor AM antenna can be used in addition to the loop antenna, as shown.

Outdoor antenna

Insulated antenna cable AM loop antenna
Notes: Outdoor FM antennas work best outside, but usable results can sometimes be obtained when installed in an attic or loft. For best results, install the outdoor FM antenna well away from tall buildings, preferably with a clear line of sight to your local FM transmitter. Outdoor antenna should be located away from possible noise sources, such as neon signs, busy roads, etc. For safety reasons, outdoor antenna should be situated well away from power lines and other high-voltage equipment. Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards. I Using a TV/FM Antenna Splitter Its best not to use the same antenna for both FM and TV reception, as this can cause interference problems. If circumstances demand it, use a TV/FM antenna splitter, as shown.
Outdoor AM antennas work best when installed outside horizontally, but good results can sometimes be obtained indoors by mounting horizontally above a window. Note that the AM loop antenna should be left connected. Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards.
TV/FM antenna splitter To AV receiver To TV (or VCR)
Connecting Both Audio & Video
By connecting both the audio and video outputs of your DVD player and other AV components to the AV receiver, you can select both the audio and video simultaneously simply by selecting the appropriate input source on the AV receiver.
: Signal Flow Video Audio Video Audio TV, projector, etc.

DVD player, etc.

Speakers (see page 20 for connection information)
Which Connections Should I Use?
The AV receiver supports several connection formats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment. The format you choose will depend on the formats supported by your other components. Use the following sections as a guide. For video components, you must make two connectionsone for audio, one for video.

Video Connection Formats

Video equipment can be connected to the AV receiver by using any one of the following video connection formats: composite video, S-Video, or component video, the latter offering the best picture quality. A video signal connected to a V or S IN jack will be convertedcomposite video to S-Video or S-Video to composite videobut only for the MONITOR OUT jacks, not the VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 OUT V and S jacks. Notes: The AV receiver can be set to upconvert composite video and S-Video input signals and output them from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (see page 46). For details on the HDMI jacks, see page 32. Depending on the settings made on the AV receiver, the composite video to S-Video and S-Video to composite video conversions may not work (see page 46).

DVD player, etc. Output IN AV receiver
page 46 Composite S-Video Component

Audio Connection Formats

Audio equipment can be connected to the AV receiver by using any of the following audio connection formats: analog, optical, coaxial, or multichannel. When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the AV receiver doesnt convert between them. For example, audio signals connected to an OPTICAL or COAXIAL input are not output by the analog TAPE OUT.
DVD player, etc. Output IN
Optical Coaxial Analog Optical Coaxial Analog Multichannel
AV receiver OUT Input MD recorder, etc.
Optical Analog Optical Analog

Multichannel

Only front left and right

Composite

S-Video

Component

MONITOR OUT
Input TV, projector, etc.
Connecting Your TV or Projector
Step 1: Video Connection Choose a video connection that matches your TV ( A , B , or C ), and then make the connection. Step 2: Audio Connection Choose an audio connection that matches your TV ( a , b , or c ), and then make the connection. With connection a , you can listen to and record audio from your TV and listen in Zone 2. To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection b or c. (For recording, use a and b , or a and c.)
Connection A B C a b c AV receiver COMPONENT VIDEO OUT MONITOR OUT S MONITOR OUT V VIDEO 3 IN L/R DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 2 DIGITAL OPTICAL IN 2 Signal ow TV Component video input S-Video input Composite video input Analog audio L/R output Digital coaxial output Digital optical output Picture quality Best Better Standard

b C c B a A

L COAXIAL OUT OPTICAL OUT PR Y PB COMPONENT VIDEO IN AUDIO OUT

R S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN

Connect one or the other Connection b must be assigned (see page 44)

TV, projector, etc.

If your TV has no audio outputs, connect an audio output from your VCR or cable or satellite receiver to the AV receiver and use its tuner to listen to TV programs through the AV receiver (see pages 27 and 29).

Connecting a DVD Player

Step 1: Video Connection Choose a video connection that matches your DVD player ( A , B , or C ), and then make the connection. You must connect the AV receiver to your TV via the same type of connection. Step 2: Audio Connection Choose an audio connection that matches your DVD player ( a , b , or c ), and then make the connection. With connection a , you can listen to and record audio from a DVD and listen in Zone 2. To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection b or c. (For recording, use a and b , or a and c.) If your DVD player has main left and right outputs and multichannel left and right outputs, be sure to use the main left and right outputs for connection a.

The AV receivers HDMI interface is based on the following standard: High-Denition Multimedia Interface Specication Informational Version 1.1

Supported Audio Formats

2-channel linear PCM (32192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit) Multichannel linear PCM (5.1 ch, 3296 kHz, 16/20/24 bit) Bitstream (Dolby Digital, DTS) Your DVD player must also support HDMI output of the above audio formats.
About Copyright Protection
The AV receiver supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection)*2, a copy-protection system for digital video signals. Other devices connected to the AV receiver via HDMI must also support HDCP. Commercially available HDMI cables (supplied with some components) should be used to connect the AV receivers HDMI OUT to the HDMI input on your TV or projector.
*1 DVI (Digital Visual Interface): The digital display interface standard set by the DDWG*3 in 1999. *2 HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection): The video encryption technology developed by Intel for HDMI/DVI. Its designed to protect video content and requires a HDCP-compatible device to display the encrypted video. *3 DDWG (Digital Display Working Group): Lead by Intel, Compaq, Fujitsu, Hewlett Packard, IBM, NEC, and Silicon Image, this open industry groups objective is to address the industry's requirements for a digital connectivity specication for high-performance PCs and digital displays.

Making HDMI Connections

Step 1: Use HDMI cables to connect the AV receivers HDMI jacks to your HDMI-compatible DVD player, TV, projector, and so on. Step 2: Assign each HDMI IN to an input selector in the HDMI Video setup (see page 45).
Video Signal Flow Chart IN (TX-SR604/604E, TX-SR8460) Composite S-Video Component HDMI Digital video signals received at HDMI IN AV receiver 1 and 2 are only output by the HDMI OUT * and sent to your TV. Composite video, Composite S-Video Component HDMI OUT S-Video, and component video input sig* TX-SR674/674E/8467 only nals are not output by the HDMI OUT. Note: The onscreen setup menus are not output by the HDMI OUT, so youll also need to make a composite video, S-Video, or component video connection to your TV (see page 24).
(TX-SR674/674E, TX-SR8467) Digital video signals received at HDMI IN 1 and 2 are only output by the HDMI OUT. By conguring the AV receiver, input signals from the composite video, S-Video, and component video jacks can be output through the HDMI OUT (see page 45).

Audio Signal Flow Chart

Digital audio signals received at HDMI IN 1 or 2 are output by the speakers and headphones connected to the AV receiver. Theyre also output by the OPTICAL OUT and can be output by the HDMI OUT by setting the HDMI Audio Out setting to On (see page 76).

Adjust the position of the XM Passport System so that the SAT/ TER signal strength bar is as long as possible.
6.Input Setup ---------TUNER---------a.IntelliVolume:+12dB Listening Mode Preset b.Analog :Last Valid Antenna Aiming( XM SAT[ ----] TER[ ----] )
The XM channel you selected is not currently broadcasting. Select another channel.
Using the Listening Modes
Selecting Listening Modes
See About the Listening Modes on page 63 for detailed information about the listening modes.
Selecting with the Remote Controller
The Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be selected if your DVD player is connected to the AV receiver with a digital audio connection (coaxial or optical). Listening mode availability depends on the format of the current input signal.

STEREO SURROUND

SURROUND
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT TEST TONE CH SEL PLAY MODE DISPLAY VCR L NIGHT DVD CINE FLTR HDD LEVELLEVEL+

LISTENING MODE /

Selecting on the AV Receiver

PURE AUDIO STEREO

I [SURROUND] button This button selects the Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes and the Neural Surround* listening mode (*North American models only). I [STEREO] button This button selects the Stereo listening mode. I LISTENING MODE [ ]/[ ] buttons Pressing these buttons repeatedly cycles through all of the listening modes that can be used with the current input source.
I [PURE AUDIO] button (not North American models) This button selects the Pure Audio listening mode. When this mode is selected, the AV receivers display is turned off and only video signals input through HDMI IN can be output. Pressing this button again will select the previous listening mode. I [STEREO] button This button selects the Stereo listening mode. I 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

Dolby Digital+PLIIx Music DTS+PLIIx Music
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.

Stereo

These modes use the Pro Logic IIx Music mode to expand 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback. 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
Sound is output by the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
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 Dolby Pro Logic II
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).
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

Dolby Pro Logic IIx 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 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

Use this mode with any stereo or Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) movie (e.g., TV, DVD, VHS).

PLIIx Music

Use this mode with any stereo or Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) music source (e.g., CD, radio, cassette, TV, VHS, DVD).

PLIIx Game

This mode is for use with DTS-ES Discrete soundtracks, which use a discrete surround back 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.

Dolby Digital EX Input Signal Setting
I Dolby EX This setting determines how Dolby Digital EX signals are handled. This setting is unavailable if no surround back speakers are connected. Auto: If the source signal contains a Dolby Digital EX ag, the Dolby Digital EX listening mode is used (default). Manual: You can select Pro Logic IIx Movie, Pro Logic IIx Music, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, or Dolby Digital+Neo:6.
PL IIx Music Mode Settings
These settings provide for playing any 2-channel digital source such as Dolby Digital, or 2-channel analog/PCM source in the PLIIx Music listening mode. I Panorama With this function, 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). I 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. It can be adjusted from 3 to +3 (default is 0). Lower settings move the sound eld forward. Higher settings move it backward. If the stereo image feels too wide, or there is too much surround sound, move the sound eld forward to improve the balance. Conversely, if the stereo image feels like it is in mono, or there is not enough surround sound, move it backward. I Center Width With this function, 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 you are using a center speaker, the center channel sound is output by only the center speaker. (If you are 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 controls 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 is 3).

T-D Listening Setting

I Listening Angle With this setting, you can specify the angle of the front left and right speakers relative to the listening position. Processing for the Theater-Dimensional listening mode is based on this setting. Ideally, the front left and right speakers should be equidistant from the listening position and at an angle close to one of the two available settings.

The surround back speakers produce no sound The surround back speakers are not used with all listening modes. Select another listening mode (page 63). Not much sound may be produced by the surround back speakers with some sources. Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (page 67). 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 (page 67). Theres no sound with a certain signal format Check the digital audio output setting on the connected device. On some game consoles, such as those that support DVD, the default setting is off. With some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an audio output format from a menu. Depending on the input signal, some listening modes cannot be selected (page 62). Cant select the DTS-ES Discrete/Matrix listening modes These modes cannot be selected when no surround back speakers are connected, or the Zone 2 speakers are being used. You can not always select all of the listening modes, depending on the number of the speaker connected (page 62). Cant get 6.1/7.1 playback If no surround back speakers are connected, or the Zone 2 speakers are being used, 6.1/7.1 playback is not possible. You can not always select all of the listening modes, depending on the number of the speakers connected (page 62). The volume cannot be set to 99 When the levels of all speakers have been calibrated (page 70), the maximum volume setting may change. 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 66). The DVD analog multichannel input doesnt work Check the DVD analog multichannel input connections (page 26). To select the DVD analog multichannel input, press the [MULTI CH] input selector button. Check the audio output settings on your DVD player. About DTS signals 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 three seconds, and then resume playback. With some CD and LD 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. 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. 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.

The AV receiver contains a microcomputer for signal processing and control functions. In very rare situations, severe interference, noise from an external source, or static electricity may cause it to lockup. In the unlikely event that this happens, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, wait at least ve seconds, and then plug it back in again. Onkyo is not responsible for damages (such as CD rental fees) due to unsuccessful recordings caused by the units malfunction. Before you record important data, make sure that the material will be recorded correctly. The AV receiver uses a battery-less memory backup system in order to retain radio presets and other settings when its unplugged or in the case of a power failure. Although no batteries are required, the AV receiver must be plugged into an AC outlet in order to charge the backup system. Before disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet, set the AV receiver to Standby.
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(C) Copyright 2006 ONKYO CORPORATION Japan. All rights reserved.

TX-SR674

7.1-CHANNEL HOME THEATER RECEIVER
Available in Gold or Black

Remote Control

Shifting Home Theater Performance and Control into Another Gear
To move to a level beyond purely functional home theater, the TX-SR674 gives you everything you need for audibly powerful, visually expressive home entertainment. The first consideration should be the essentialslike rock-steady amplifier power and performance through Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT) and the cleanest audio signals generated by Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC). And with HDTV in mind, the TX-SR674 also offers High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) and connectivity with the latest high-definition disc formats. Capping it off with Audyssey 2EQ room acoustics correction technology, the TX-SR674 stands out as one of the more complete A/V receivers in its class.
Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT) and Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC) for All Channels Without a time-tested amplifier design and precise digital-to-analog conversion process, the most advanced processing features cannot deliver a higher standard of audio from the latest high-definition DVD and audio CD formats, DVDs, PCM CDs and digital music files. WRAT provides three key objectives: 1) A fuller sound at higher frequencies; 2) The control of individual circuit noise and distortion-free ground potential; 3) The ability to handle speaker reflex energy and impedance fluctuations for movie theater dynamics. The TX-SR674 also includes VLSC in all its channels to mitigate the effect of magnified signal noise during the digitalto-analog conversion process. With VLSC, data is converted between sampling points and then joined with analog vectors in real-time to produce a smooth output wave form. The end result is a noiseless, smooth analog output signal based on the digital source. VLSC is also effective in enhancing quality when playing back compressed digital audio files. HDMI and Component Video Upconversion for HDTV Connectivity As the most advanced interface for transporting both uncompressed highdefinition (HD) video and uncompressed multi-channel audio in all HD formats including 720p, 1080i and 1080p, HDMI has become the most desirable connectivity option for home entertainment. This is superbly demonstrated with the TX-SR674. Its two HDMI (version 1.1) inputs will receive pristine video from HDMI-enabled components like DVD players or set-top boxes for a single-cable output to a display device with an HDMI or DVI connection. If thats not enough, itll also upconvert any other source connected by component, S-Video or composite connections. In effect, you have the power to accommodate all your entertainment needs, from digital recording to spectacular gaming. And if your HDTV doesnt have HDMI capability, or you have yet to take the plunge, you can use the HD-quality component video connections (also with upconversion) to get the best video images available. Access to the Most Advanced Surround Formats Available The TX-SR674 has the onboard codecsDolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS-ES, DTS 96/24 and DTS Neo:6to effectively reproduce stereo and multichannel sources in enveloping 6.1 or 7.1 surround sound. And with the upcoming release of HD-DVD and Blu-ray Disc, Dolby Digital and DTS have prepared audio formats that represent the future of digital audio entertainment. By connecting an HD-DVD or Blu-ray Disc player with 5.1- or 7.1-line level outputs to the TX-SR674s 7.1-multichannel inputs, you will be able to enjoy the full potential of audio formats like Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby True HD and DTS-HD. Audyssey 2EQ to Counteract Room Acoustic Problems Even though loudspeakers are designed to deliver sound without distortion or coloration, the acoustic problems presented by a rooms profile will determine the overall sound presentation. Walls, furniture and other objects reflect and absorb sound creating distortion that is unique to your own space. To counter this, Audyssey 2EQ detects speaker polarity & distance, and then sets levels, delays, and crossovers and measures room acoustics at two listening positions. In this way, a wider listening area is covered than by simply measuring at one position as with many systems. Some systems try to correct for multiple positions and then average the results out for a solution. However, this simply smooths out the frequency response peaks and dips. Audyssey 2EQ corrects problems in both frequency response and time domain (where most of the problems lie) in the entire listening area. The results are immediately obviousa clear, precise and natural sound. Multiroom Playback Capabilities through Powered Zone 2 with 12 V Trigger Dont think of the TX-SR674 as simply a single home theater control base. With Powered Zone 2, you can easily enjoy different A/V sources throughout your home. You can enjoy one input source in the main room by using either a receiver or amplifier in Zone 2 or using only a pair of speakers in Zone 2. If you decide to use an amplifier in Zone 2, the TX-SR674s 12 V trigger will send a signal to automatically switch it on. If you decide to only use speakers, the TX-SR674 has high-quality banana plug-compatible speaker posts to maintain the quality of your connection. Powered Zone 2 will also work effectively with peripheral devices like the RI Dock for the iPodperfect for sharing the iPods huge storage of audio files. Independent Crossover Adjustment and A/V Sync Function Crossover control determines the frequency at which the subwoofer takes over bass-reproducing responsibilities from the main speakers. The TX-SR674 lets you independently set the crossover frequencies for front, center, surround and surround back speakers to effectively match your subwoofer. You can choose from a wide range of frequencies40/50/60/80/100/120/150/200 Hz giving you greater capacity to mix and match your speakers. Also, when using progressive scan on your DVD player, audio and video often fall out of synchronization. The TX-SR674 lets you delay the audio signal by up to 100 milliseconds in 10-millisecond steps to counter this.

Amplifier Features

185 watts per channel minimum into 6 ohms, 1 kHz, JEITA (1 channel driven) Wide Range Amplifier Technology (WRAT) Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry (VLSC) for all channels Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry H.C.P.S.high current power supply Discrete power amplifier circuitry for all channels High-current, low-impedance drive Aluminum heatsink Auto-protection circuitry
Audio/Video Processing and Connectivity Features
DTS, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES Discrete/Matrix, DTS Neo:6 decoding Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx decoding 192 kHz/24-bit DACs for all channels Advanced 32-bit processing DSP chip HDMI upconversion 2 HDMI inputs and 1 output Component video upconversion with Time Base Corrector (TBC) Composite to S-Video upconversion HDTV-capable (50 MHz) component video switching 3 component video inputs and 1 output
6 digital inputs (4 optical [1 front panel]/2 coaxial) and 1 optical output 5 S-Video inputs and 3 outputs 5 composite video inputs and 3 outputs 5 A/V inputs and 2 outputs 2 audio inputs and 1 output Front panel audio, video, S-Video, optical inputs Pure audio mode Color-coded 7.1-multichannel inputs (Ready for new DTS and Dolby Digital formats for high-definition discs) Powered Zone 2/Zone 2 lineout with 12 V trigger IR input A-form listening mode memory CinemaFILTER Double Bass function Digital upsampling Non-scaling configuration Tone control (bass/treble) for front L/R channels Zone 2 volume control Late night mode (high/low/off) Speaker level adjustment Direct mode Subwoofer pre out Color-coded dual banana plug-compatible speaker posts (including Zone 2)
FM/AM Tuner and Other Performance Features
40 FM/AM random presets Auto/manual tuning modes Intellivolume Audyssey 2EQ to correct room acoustic problems Display dimmer (3 modes) On-screen display Headphone jack (standard) Audio mute (via remote) Sleep timer (via remote) Battery-free memory backup Heavy-duty power cord Large, non-resonant feet Heavy-gauge, anti-resonant, reinforced steel chassis Vibration-resistant cover Aluminum front panel Independent crossover adjustment for F/C/S/SB (40/50/60/80/100/120/ 150/200 Hz) Compatible with RI (Remote Interactive) Dock for the iPod A/V synchronization function (up to 100 ms [10-ms steps]) Preprogrammed RI (Remote Interactive) remote control with mode-key LEDs

SPECIFICATIONS AMPLIFIER SECTION

Power Output

Front L/R. 185 W + 185 W (6 , 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) Center. 185 W (6 , 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) Surround L/R.. 185 W + 185 W (6 , 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) Surround Back L/R. 185 W + 185 W (6 , 1 kHz, 1 channel driven, JEITA) Dynamic Power.. 225 W + 225 W (3 , Front) 170 W + 170 W (4 , Front) 105 W + 105 W (8 , Front) THD (Total Harmonic Distortion).. 0.08 % (Rated Power) Damping Factor.. 60 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 )
Input Sensitivity and Impedance

Line.. 200 mV/47 k

Output Level and Impedance

Rec out... 200 mV/470

Frequency Response.. 10 Hz-100 kHz/+ 1 dB, - 3 dB (Direct mode) Tone Control.. 10 dB, 50 Hz (BASS)

10 dB, 20 kHz (TREBLE)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio. 106 dB (Line in, IHF-A) Speaker Impedance.. 4 /6 -16

VIDEO SECTION

Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance
Video.. 1 Vp-p/75 (Component and S-Video Y) 0.7 Vp-p/75 (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 0.28 Vp-p/75 (S-Video C) 1 Vp-p/75 (Composite)
Component Video Frequency Response. 5 Hz-50 MHz

TUNER SECTION

[FM] Tuning Frequency Range. 87.5 MHz-108 MHz Usable Sensitivity
Stereo.. 22.2 dBf (75 , IHF) Mono.. 15.2 dBf (75 , IHF)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Stereo.. 67 dB (IHF-A) Mono.. 73 dB (IHF-A)
Total Harmonic Distortion
Stereo.. 0.5 %, 1 kHz Mono.. 0.3 %, 1 kHz

GENERAL

Power Supply.. AC 120/220-240 V, 50/60 Hz

AC 220-230 V, 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption.. 630/670 W Standby Power Consumption. 0.5 W Dimensions (W x H x D).. 435 x 174 x 377 mm Weight.. 11.4 kg

Black model

Due to a policy of continuous product improvement, Onkyo reserves the right to change specifications and appearance without notice. Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround EX and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. DTS, DTS-ES Extended Surround, DTS 96/24 and Neo:6 are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories. U.S. and foreign patents pending. 2EQ is a trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. VLSC and CinemaFILTER are trademarks of Onkyo Corporation. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

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NPR No. 06N40 06/06 Printed in Japan
Stereo Separation.. 40 dB at 1 kHz [AM] Tuning Frequency Range. 522 kHz-1,611 kHz/530 kHz-1,710 kHz Usable Sensitivity.. 300 V/m Signal-to-Noise Ratio. 40 dB Total Harmonic Distortion.. 0.7 %