* To reset the AV receiver/AV amplifier to its factory defaults, turn it on and, while holding down the [VCR/DVR] button, press the [ON/STANDBY] button (see page 117).

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Front & Rear Panels

Front Panel

TX-SR806 North American model

Front flap

Push here to open the flap
bm bnbo bp bqbr bsbtck cl cm cn

cq cr csct

TX-SR806 other than North American model
The actual front panel has various logos printed on it. They are not shown here for clarity.

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Front & Rear PanelsContinued
The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item. ON/STANDBY button (40) MOVIE/TV button (64) This button is used to set the AV receiver/AV ampliSelects the listening modes intended for use with movies and TV. fier to On or Standby. MUSIC button (64) STANDBY indicator (40) Selects the listening modes intended for use with This indicator lights up when the AV receiver/AV music. amplifier is in Standby mode, and it flashes while a signal is being received from the remote controller. DIMMER or RT/PTY/TP button (57, 62) ZONE 2 indicator (102) This button is used to adjust the display brightness. On the European model, this is the [RT/PTY/TP] This indicator lights up when Zone 2 is selected. button, and its for RDS (Radio Data System). See Input selector buttons (56) Using RDS (not North American model) on These buttons are used to select from the following page 61. input sources: MULTI CH, DVD, VCR/DVR, MEMORY or Re-EQ button (60, 85) CBL/SAT, GAME/TV, AUX, TAPE, TUNER, CD, This button is used when storing or deleting radio PHONO. presets. The [MULTI CH] button selects the DVD analog On the TX-SA806, this button is used to turn the multichannel input. Re-EQ function on or off. Remote control sensor (14) TUNING MODE or LATE NIGHT button (59, 85) This sensor receives control signals from the remote This button is used to select the Auto or Manual controller. tuning mode. Display On the TX-SA806, this button is used to turn the See Display on page 10. Late Night function on or off. DISPLAY button (57) SETUP button This button is used to display various information This button is used to access the onscreen setup about the currently selected input source. menus that appear on the connected TV. MASTER VOLUME control (56) and indicator Arrow, TUNING, PRESET and ENTER This control is used to adjust the volume of the AV buttons receiver/AV amplifier to dB, 81.5 dB through When the AM or FM input source is selected, the +18.0 dB (relative display). TUNING [ ]/[ ] buttons are used to tune the tuner, The volume level can also be displayed as an absoand the PRESET [ ]/[ ] buttons are used to select lute value. See Volume Setup on page 91. radio presets (see page 60) (TX-SR806 only). When the onscreen setup menus are used, they work PURE AUDIO button and indicator (64) as arrow buttons and are used to select and set Selects the Pure Audio listening mode. The indicaitems. The [ENTER] button is also used with the tor lights up when this mode is selected. Pressing onscreen setup menus. this button again selects the previous listening mode. RETURN button This button is used to return to the previously disPHONES jack (58) played onscreen setup menu. This 1/4-inch phone jack is for connecting a standard pair of stereo headphones for private listening. SETUP MIC jack (51) The included speaker setup microphone is conPOWER switch (40) nected here for automatic speaker setup. North American models do not have this switch. AUX INPUT This is the main power switch. When set to OFF, the AV receiver/AV amplifier is completely shutThis input can be used to connect a camcorder, down. It must be set to ON to set the AV game console, and so on. There are jacks for receiver/AV amplifier to On or Standby. S-Video, composite video, analog audio, and optical digital audio. ZONE 2 and OFF buttons (102) Up [ ] and Down [ ] buttons (57, 103) The [ZONE 2] button is used to select the input Used to adjust the tone, and the volume and balance source for Zone 2. of Zone 2. The [OFF] button is used to turn off the output of Zone 2. cr DIGITAL INPUT button (98) LEVEL button (103) Selects the options for automatic audio input selecUsed when adjusting the volume level of Zone 2. tion setup. TONE button (57, 103) cs GAME button (64) Used to adjust the tone (bass and treble). Selects the listening modes intended for use with video games. HDMI OUT button (41) Used to set the Monitor Out setting. ct THX button (64) Selects the THX listening modes.

Center speaker This speaker enhances the front left and right speakers, making sound movements distinct and providing a full sound image. In movies its used mainly for dialog. Position it close to your TV facing forward at about ear level, or at the same height as the front left and right speakers.

Corner

Subwoofer The subwoofer handles the bass sounds of the LFE (Low-Frequency Effects) channel. The volume and quality of the bass output from your subwoofer will depend on its position, the shape of your listening room, and your listening position. In general, a good bass sound can be obtained by installing the subwoofer in a front corner, or at one-third the width of the wall, as shown. Tip: To find the best position for your subwoofer, while playing a movie or some music with good bass, experiment by placing your subwoofer at various positions within the room, and choose the one that provides the most satisfying results.

1/3 wall length

Surround left and right speakers These speakers are used for precise sound positioning and to add realistic ambience. Position them at the sides of the listener, or slightly behind, about 23 feet (60100 cm) above ear level. Ideally they should be equidistant from the listener.
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Connecting the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier

Connecting Your Speakers

Speaker Configuration
For 7.1-channel surround-sound playback, you need seven speakers and a powered subwoofer. The following table indicates the channels you should use depending on the number of speakers that you have.
Number of speakers: Front left Front right Center Surround left Surround right Surround back* Surround back left Surround back right
Connecting a Powered Subwoofer
Using a suitable cable, connect the AV receiver/AV amplifiers PRE OUT: SUBWOOFER to an input on your powered subwoofer, as shown. If your subwoofer is unpowered and youre using an external amplifier, connect the PRE OUT: SUBWOOFER to an input on the amp.

LINE INPUT

Powered subwoofer
If youre using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURR BACK L terminals.
No matter how many speakers you use, a powered subwoofer is recommended for a really powerful and solid bass. To get the best from your surround sound system, you need to set the speaker settings. You can do this automatically (see page 51) or manually (see page 75).

Connection A B C a b c

AV receiver/AV amplifier COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 (CBL/SAT) VCR/DVR IN S VCR/DVR IN V VCR/DVR IN L/R DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 2 (VCR/DVR) DIGITAL OPTICAL IN 1 (GAME/TV)

Signal flow

VCR or DVD recorder Component video output S-Video output Composite video output Analog audio L/R output Digital coaxial output Digital optical output
Connection A must be assigned (see page 45)
Connect one or the other Connection c must be assigned (see page 46) VCR, DVD recorder
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Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Recording
Step 1: Video Connection Choose a video connection that matches your VCR or DVD recorder ( A or B ), and then make the connection. The video source to be recorded must be connected to the AV receiver/AV amplifier via the same type of connection. Step 2: Audio Connection Make the audio connection a.

Connection A B a

AV receiver/AV amplifier VCR/DVR OUT S VCR/DVR OUT V VCR/DVR OUT L/R

Signal flow

VCR or DVD recorder S-Video input Composite video input Analog audio L/R input

L AUDIO IN

VCR, DVD recorder
Notes: The AV receiver/AV amplifier must be turned on for recording. Recording is not possible while its in Standby mode. If you want to record directly from your TV or playback VCR to the recording VCR without going through the AV receiver/AV amplifier, connect the TV/VCRs audio and video outputs directly to the recording VCRs audio and video inputs. See the manuals supplied with your TV and VCR for details. Video signals connected to composite video inputs can only be recorded via composite video outputs. If your TV/VCR is connected to a composite video input, the recording VCR must be connected to a composite video output. Similarly, video signals connected to S-Video inputs can only be recorded via S-Video outputs. If your TV/VCR is connected to an S-Video input, the recording VCR must be connected to an S-Video output.
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Connecting a Satellite, Cable, Terrestrial Set-top box, or Other Video Source
Hint! With this hookup, you can use your satellite or cable receiver to listen to your favorite TV programs via the AV receiver/AV amplifier, useful if your TV has no audio outputs.

To AC wall outlet

Step 2: Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.
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Turning On the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier

North American models

ON/STANDBY STANDBY indicator
ON/STANDBY STANDBY indicator ON/STANDBY

RECEIVER

Turning On and Standby
Set the [POWER] switch to the ON position ( ). (Skip this step if you have the North American model.) The AV receiver/AV amplifier enters Standby mode, and the STANDBY indicator comes on. Press the [ON/STANDBY] button. Alternatively, press the remote controllers [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [ON/STANDBY] button. The AV receiver/AV amplifier comes on, the display lights up, and the STANDBY indicator goes off. To turn the AV receiver/AV amplifier off, press the [ON/STANDBY] button, or press the remote controllers [ON/STANDBY] button. The AV receiver/AV amplifier will enter Standby mode. To prevent any loud surprises when you turn on the AV receiver/AV amplifier, always turn down the volume before you turn it off.
AV receiver/ AV amplifier Remote controller
For non-North American models: To completely shut down the AV receiver/AV amplifier, set the [POWER] switch to the OFF position ( ).
Smooth Operation in a Few Easy Steps
To ensure smooth operation, heres a few easy steps to help you configure the AV receiver/AV amplifier before you use it for the very first time. These settings only need to be made once. Do the automatic speaker setupthis is essential! See Automatic Speaker Setup (Audyssey MultEQ) on page 51. Did you connect your TV to the HDMI OUT or COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT? If you did, see Monitor Setup on page 41. Have you connected a component to an HDMI input, component video input, or digital audio input? If you have, see HDMI Input Setup on page 44, Component Video Setup on page 45, or Digital Input Setup on page 46 respectively. Have you connected an Onkyo MD recorder, CD recorder, or RI Dock? If you have, see Changing the Input Display on page 50.
CD recorder, MD recorder, RI Dock
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This section explains the settings that you need to make before using the AV receiver/AV amplifier for the very first time.

Place the speaker setup microphone at measurement point 1 (page 51), and connect it to the SETUP MIC jack.

Auto Speaker Setup

Press [ENTER]. The automatic speaker setup starts.
Do not unplug Setup Mic. Please keep quiet. Now measuring.
Please place microphone at center of listening area at ear height.

Push Enter : Next

Notes: Before starting Audyssey MultEQ Automatic Speaker Setup, arrange the room and connect the speakers as you would for enjoying movies. Changes to the room after auto setup requires you run the auto setup again, as room EQ characteristics may have changed. When starting the automatic speaker setup, do not stand between the speakers and microphone, and avoid obstacles blocking the path between speakers and microphone. This will produce inaccurate results. Position the microphone at ear height of a seated listener with the microphone tip pointed directly at the ceiling using a tripod. Do not hold the microphone in your hand during measurements as this will produce innacurate results. Make the room as quiet as possible. Background noise can disrupt the room measurements. Close windows, silence cell phones, televisions, radios, air conditioners, fluorescent lights, home appliances, light dimmers, or other devices. Cell phones should be turned off or placed away from all audio electronics during the measurement process as Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) may cause measurement disruptions (even if the cell phone is not in use).
Test tones are played through each speaker as Audyssey MultEQ Automatic Speaker Setup runs. This process takes a few minutes. Please refrain from talking during measurements and do not stand between speakers and the microphone.
The following screen appears.
Please place microphone at 2nd Position at ear height.
Place the setup microphone at the next position (page 51), and then press [ENTER]. Audyssey MultEQ performs more measurements. This takes a few minutes.
When prompted, place the setup microphone at the next position, and repeat step 4.
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After the 3rd to the 5th measurement, the following screen appears.
Select [Next] to measure the next position, or select [Finish] to calculate the Audyssey MultEQ room EQ solution.

Next Finish(Calculate)

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an option, and then press [ENTER]. Next: Select Next to begin measuring the next measurement position. After the 6th measurement has been taken, the procedure automatically proceeds to step 7. Finish(Calculate): Select this if you dont want to measure any more listening positions and are ready to calculate the results, then go to step 7.

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Dolby TrueHD Button: Designed to take full advantage of the additional storage space offered by the new Blu-ray and HD DVD disc formats, this new Dolby format offers up to 7.1 discrete channels of digital audio with 48/96 kHz, up to 5.1-channels with 192 kHz sampling rate. For the signals supported by the AV receiver/AV amplifier, see page 67. 5.1-channel source + Dolby PLIIx Music Button: These modes use the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode to expand 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback. 5.1-channel source + Dolby PLIIx Movie Button: These modes use the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie mode to expand 5.1-channel sources for 7.1-channel playback. DTS Button: The DTS digital surround-sound format supports up to 5.1 discrete channels and uses less compression for highfidelity reproduction. Use it with DVDs and CDs that bear the DTS logo. DTS 96/24 Button: 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 fidelity. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS 96/24 logo. DTS-ES Discrete Button: 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 DTSES logo, especially those with a DTS-ES Discrete soundtrack. DTS-ES Matrix Button: This mode is for use with DTS-ES Matrix soundtracks, which use a matrix-encoded back-channel for 6.1/7.1channel playback. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTSES logo, especially those with a DTS-ES Matrix soundtrack. DTS Neo:6 Button: This mode expands any 2-channel source for up to 7.1channel playback. It uses seven full-bandwidth channels of matrix decoding for matrix-encoded material, providing a very natural and seamless surround sound experience that fully envelops the listener. Neo:6 Cinema Use this mode with any stereo movie (e.g., TV, DVD, VHS). Neo:6 Music Use this mode with any stereo music source (e.g., CD, radio, cassette, TV, VHS, DVD). 5.1-channel source + Neo:6 Button: This mode uses Neo:6 to expand 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback. DTS-HD High Resolution Audio Button: Developed for use with HDTV, including the new video disc formats Blu-ray and HD DVD, this is the latest multichannel audio format from DTS. It supports up to 7.1 channels with 96 kHz sampling rate. DTS-HD Master Audio Button: Designed to take full advantage of the additional storage space offered by the new Blu-ray and HD DVD disc formats, this new DTS format offers up to 7.1 discrete channels of digital audio with 48/96 kHz, up to 5.1-channels with 192 kHz sampling rate. For the signals supported by the AV receiver/AV amplifier, see page 69. DTS Express Button: This format supports up to 5.1 channels and a lower sampling rate of 48 kHz. Applications include interactive audio and commentary encoding for HD DVD Sub Audio and Blu-ray Secondary Audio. Also broadcast and media servers. DSD Button: DSD stands for Direct Stream Digital and is the format used to store digital audio on Super Audio CDs (SACD). This mode can be used with SACDs that feature multichannel audio.

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THX Founded by George Lucas, THX develops stringent standards that ensure movies are reproduced in movie theaters and home theaters just as the director intended. THX Modes carefully optimize the tonal and spatial characteristics of the soundtrack for reproduction in the home-theater environment. They can be used with 2channel matrixed and multichannel sources. Surround back speaker output depends on the source material and the selected listening mode. THX Cinema Button: THX Cinema mode corrects theatrical soundtracks for playback in a home theater environment. In this mode, THX Loudness Plus is configured for cinema levels and Re-EQ, Timbre Matching, and Adaptive Decorrelation are active. THX Music Button: THX Music mode is tailored for listening to music, which is typically mastered at significantly higher levels than movies. In this mode, THX Loudness Plus is configured for music playback and only Timbre Matching is active. THX Games Button: THX Games mode is meant for spatially accurate playback of game audio, which is often mixed similarly to movies but in a smaller environment. THX Loudness Plus is configured for game audio levels, with Timbre Matching active. THX Ultra2 Cinema Button: This mode expands 5.1-channel sources for 7.1channel playback. It does this by analyzing the composition of the surround source, optimizing the ambient and directional sounds to produce the surround back channel output. THX Ultra2 Music Button: This mode is designed for use with music. It expands 5.1-channel sources for 7.1-channel playback. THX Ultra2 Games Button: This mode is designed for use with video games. It can expand 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback. THX Surround EX Button: This mode expands 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1channel playback. Its especially suited to Dolby Digital EX sources. THX Surround EX, also known as Dolby Digital Surround EX, is a joint development between Dolby Laboratories and THX Ltd.

Onkyo Original DSP Modes

Mono Movie Button: This mode is suitable for old movies and other mono sources. The center speaker outputs the sound as it is, while reverb is applied to the sound output by the other speakers, giving presence to even mono material. Orchestra Button: Suitable for classical or operatic music, this mode emphasizes the surround channels in order to widen the stereo image, and simulates the natural reverberation of a large hall. Unplugged Button: Suitable for acoustic instruments, vocals, and jazz, this mode emphasizes the front stereo image, giving the impression of being right in front of the stage. Studio-Mix Button: Suitable for rock or pop music, listening to music in this mode creates a lively sound field with a powerful acoustic image, like being at a club or rock concert. TV Logic Button: This mode adds realistic acoustics to TV shows produced in a TV studio, surround effects to the entire sound, and clarity to voices. All Ch Stereo Button: Ideal for background music, this mode fills the entire listening area with stereo sound from the front, surround, and surround back speakers. Full Mono Button: In this mode, all speakers output the same sound in mono, so the sound you hear is the same regardless of where you are within the listening room. T-D (Theater-Dimensional) Button: With this mode you can enjoy a virtual 5.1 surround sound even with only two or three speakers. This works by controlling how sounds reach the listeners left and right ears. Good results may not be possible if theres too much reverb, so we recommend that you use this mode in an environment with little or no natural reverb.

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Onscreen Setup Menus

The onscreen setup menus appear on the connected TV and provide a convenient way to change the AV receiver/AV amplifiers various settings. Settings are organized into eight categories on the main menu, most containing a submenu.
Main menu Submenus pages 4446

pages 7581

page 47

pages 9192

page 8384
3. Audio Adjust Multiplex / Mono PLIIx / Neo:6 Dolby EX Theater-Dimentional DSD LFE Level

pages 9396

page 100 page 49 (TX-SR806 only)

pages 8890

4. Source Setup DVD IntelliVolume A/V Sync Name Edit Picture Adjust

page 97

8. Lock Setup Lock Unlocked

1. 2. 3. 4.

page 87
5. Listening Mode Preset DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME/TV AUX TAPE TUNER CD PHONO
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
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Advanced SetupContinued

Speaker Setup
Some of the settings in this section are set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 51). Here you can check the settings made by the Automatic Speaker Setup function, or set them manually, which is useful if you change one of the connected speakers after using the Automatic Speaker Setup function. Note: The Speaker Setup cannot be carried out while headphones are connected to the AV receiver/AV amplifier.
See Speaker Settings on page 47.
These settings are set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 51). With these settings, you can specify which speakers are connected and a crossover frequency for each speaker. The following crossover frequencies can be specified: Full Band, 40Hz, 50Hz, 60Hz, 70Hz, 80Hz(THX), 90Hz, 100Hz, 120Hz, 150Hz, or 200Hz. Specify Full Band for speakers that can output lowfrequency bass sounds adequately, for example, speakers with a good sized woofer. For smaller speakers, specify a crossover frequency. Sounds below the crossover frequency will be output by the subwoofer instead of the speaker. Refer to your speakers manuals to determine the optimum crossover frequencies. Please note that THX recommends any THX main speakers be set to 80Hz(THX). If you set up your speakers using the Automatic Speaker Setup function, please make sure manually that any THX speakers are set to 80 Hz (THX) crossover.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 2. Speaker Configuration, and then press [ENTER]. The Speaker Configuration menu appears.
22. Speaker Configuration Subwoofer Yes Front 80Hz(THX) Center 80Hz(THX) Surround 80Hz(THX) Surr Back 80Hz(THX) Surr Back Ch 2ch LPF of LFE 80Hz(THX) Double Bass Off(THX)

1 2-11 2, 3 1, 12

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Subwoofer, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/ [ ] buttons to select: Yes: Select if a subwoofer is connected. No: Select if no subwoofer is connected.
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Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Front, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a crossover frequency. Note: If the Subwoofer setting in step 4 is set to No, this setting is fixed at Full Band.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Center, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a crossover frequency. If no center speaker is connected, select None. Note: If the Front setting in step 5 is set to anything other than Full Band, Full Band cannot be selected here.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Surr Back, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/ [ ] buttons to select a crossover frequency. If no surround back speakers are connected, select None. Notes: If the Surround setting in step 7 is set to None, this setting cannot be selected. If the Surround setting in step 7 is set to anything other than Full Band, Full Band cannot be selected here. If the Speakers Type setting is set to Bi-Amp (page 47), or Powered Zone 2 is being used (page 100), this setting cannot be selected. Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Surr Back Ch, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select: 1ch: Select if one surround back speaker is connected. 2ch: Select if two (left and right) surround back speakers are connected. Note: If the Surr Back Setting in step 8 is set to None, this setting cannot be selected. Continue with step 10 on the next page.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Surround, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/ [ ] buttons to select a crossover frequency. If no surround left and right speakers are connected, select None. Note: If the Front setting in step 5 is set to anything other than Full Band, Full Band cannot be selected here.
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Low-Pass Filter for the LFE Channel
This setting is not set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 51). With this setting, you can specify the cutoff frequency of the LFE channels low-pass filter (LPF), which can be used to filter out unwanted hum. The LPF only applies to sources that use the LFE channel.
* If youre using THX-certified speakers, select 80Hz(THX).

Double Bass

This setting is not set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 51). With the Double Bass function, you can boost bass output by feeding bass sounds from the front left and right channels to the subwoofer. This function can be set only if the Subwoofer setting in step 4 is set to Yes, and the Front setting in step 5 is set to Full Band. In the speaker setup screen, you can choose how bass information is distributed to your speakers only if you have large front left and right speakers and a subwoofer.

* If youre using THX-certified speakers, select Off(THX).
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select LPF of LFE, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/ [ ] buttons to select a low-pass filter frequency. The following low-pass filter frequencies can be selected: 80Hz(THX) , 90Hz, 100Hz, or 120Hz. Continue with step 11 in the next column.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Double Bass, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select: On: Double Bass function on (default). Front left and right bass also goes to the subwoofer simultaneously. Off(THX): Double Bass function off.
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Speaker Distance

This setting is set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see page 51). Here you can specify the distance from each speaker to the listening position so that the sound from each speaker arrives at the listeners ears as the sound designer intended.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 3. Speaker Distance, and then press [ENTER]. The Speaker Distance menu appears.
23. Speaker Distance Unit feet Left 12.0ft Center 12.0ft Right 12.0ft Surr Right 7.0ft Surr Back R 7.0ft Surr Back L 7.0ft Surr Left 7.0ft Subwoofer 12.0ft

3-7 3, 4 2, 8

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Unit, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select: feet: Select if you want to enter distances in feet. Can be set from 0.5 to 30 feet in 0.5-feet steps. meters: Select if you want to enter distances in meters. Can be set from 0.15 to 9 meters in 0.15-meter steps.
Measure and make a note of the distance from each speaker to the listening position. Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [SETUP] button. The main menu appears onscreen. If the main menu doesnt appear, make sure the appropriate external input is selected on your TV.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Left, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to specify the distance. Specify the distance from the front left speaker to your listening position.
Repeat step 6 for all speakers. Note: Speakers that you set to No or None on the Speaker Configuration page (page 75) cannot be selected. Press the [SETUP] button. The setup menu closes.

The Audio Adjust settings are explained below.

Tone Control Settings

You can adjust the bass and treble for the front speakers, except when the Direct, Pure Audio, or THX listening mode is selected. Bass You can boost or cut low-frequency sounds output by the front speakers from 10 dB to +10 dB in 2 dB steps. Treble You can boost or cut high-frequency sounds output by the front speakers from 10 dB to +10 dB in 2 dB steps. Notes: This setting is not available when the multichannel DVD input is selected. This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver/AV amplifier by using its [TONE], [ ], and [ ] buttons (see page 57).
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Audyssey Dynamic EQTM

DynamicEQ (Applies to Non-THX Listening Modes) THX+DynamicEQ (Applies to THX Listening Modes) With Audyssey Dynamic EQ, you can enjoy great sound even when listening at low volume levels. Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics. It does so by selecting the correct frequency response and surround volume levels moment-by-moment so that the content sounds the way it was created at any volume levelnot just at reference level. Off: Audyssey Dynamic EQ off. On: Audyssey Dynamic EQ on. Notes: Audyssey Dynamic EQ can be set only when the Equalizer Settings on page 80 are set to Audyssey. When Loudness Plus is set to On (see page 82), the THX+Dynamic EQ is not available even with THX listening mode selected.

Speaker Levels

You can adjust the volume of each speaker while listening to an input source. These temporary adjustments are cancelled when the AV receiver/AV amplifier is set to Standby. Subwoofer You can adjust the level from 15.0 dB to +12.0 dB. Center You can adjust the level from 12.0 dB to +12.0 dB. Notes: You cannot use this function while the AV receiver/ AV amplifier is muted. Speakers that are set to No or None in the Speaker Configuration cannot be adjusted (see page 75).

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Using the Remote Controller in Zone 2 and Multiroom Control Kits
To control the AV receiver/AV amplifier with the remote controller while youre in the Zone 2 room, youll need a commercially available multiroom remote control kit. Multiroom kits are made by Niles and Xantech. These kits can also be used when there isnt a clear line of sight to the AV receiver/AV amplifiers remote sensor, such as when its installed inside a cabinet.
Using a Multiroom Kit with a Cabinet
In this setup, the IR receiver picks up the infrared signals from the remote controller and feeds them to the AV receiver/AV amplifier located in the cabinet via the connecting block.
IR receiver Connecting block
Using a Multiroom Kit with Zone 2
In this setup, the IR receiver in Zone 2 picks up the infrared signals from the remote controller and feeds them through to the AV receiver/AV amplifier in the main room via the connecting block.

IR IN IR receiver

Inside cabinet Signal flow

Connecting block

Using a Multiroom Kit with Other Components
In this setup, an IR emitter is connected to the AV receiver/AV amplifiers IR OUT jack and placed in front of the other components remote control sensor. Infrared signals received at the AV receiver/AV amplifiers IR IN jack are fed through to the other component via the IR emitter. Signals picked up by the AV receiver/AV amplifiers remote control sensor are not output.

Signal flow

The miniplug cable from the connecting block should be connected to the AV receiver/AV amplifiers IR IN jack, as shown below.
From the connecting block

IR IN IR OUT

Connecting block AV receiver/ AV amplifier IR Emitter

IR receiver

Miniplug cable
Remote controller Other component
The IR emitter should be connected to the AV receiver/ AV amplifiers IR OUT jack, as shown below.
Miniplug cable Other component Remote controller sensor Emitter Miniplug IR Emitter AV receiver/AV amplifier Signal flow
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You can use the AV receiver/AV amplifiers remote controller (RC-717M) to control your other AV components, including those made by other manufacturers. This section explains how to: Enter the remote control code for a component that you want to control: DVD, TV, VCR, etc. Learn commands directly from another components remote controller (see page 114). Program the MACRO buttons to perform a sequence of up to eight remote control actions (see page 115).
Look up the appropriate remote control code in the separate Remote Control Codes list. The codes are organized by category (e.g., DVD player, TV, etc.). While holding down the REMOTE MODE button to which you want to enter a code, press and hold down the [DISPLAY] button (about 3 seconds). The REMOTE MODE button lights up. Notes: Remote control codes cannot be entered for the [RECEIVER] and [ZONE 2] buttons. Only TV remote control codes can be entered for the [TV] button. Apart from the [RECEIVER], [TV], and [ZONE 2] buttons, remote control codes from any category can be entered for the REMOTE MODE buttons. However, these buttons also work as input selector buttons (page 56), so choose a REMOTE MODE button that corresponds with the input to which you connect your component. For example, if you connect your CD player to the CD input, choose the [CD] button when entering its remote control code. Within 30 seconds, use the number buttons to enter the 5-digit remote control code. The REMOTE MODE button flashes twice. If the remote control code is not entered successfully, the REMOTE MODE button will flash once slowly.

Using Macros

You can program the remote controllers MACRO buttons to perform a sequence of remote control actions. Example: To play a CD you typically need to perform the following actions: 1. Press the [RECEIVER] button to select the Receiver remote controller mode. 2. Press the [ON/STANDBY] button to turn on the AV receiver/AV amplifier. 3. Press the [CD] button to select the CD input source. 4. Press the Play [ ] button to start playback on the CD player. You can program a MACRO button so that all four actions are performed with just one button press.
When youve finished, press the MACRO button again. The REMOTE MODE button flashes twice. If you enter 32 commands, the process will finish automatically.
Note: If any of the buttons you used to make a macro are taught new commands, the macro will no longer work properly and will have to be made again.

Running Macros

Press the MACRO [1] or [2] button. The commands in the macro are transmitted in the order in which they were programmed. Keep the remote controller pointed at the AV receiver/AV amplifier until all of the commands have been transmitted. Macros can be run at any time, regardless of the current remote controller mode.

Making Macros

Each MACRO button can store one macro, and each macro can contain up to 32 commands.

REMOTE MODE MACRO 1, 2

Deleting Macros
While holding down the [RECEIVER] button, press and hold down the MACRO button [1] or [2] until the [RECEIVER] button lights up (about 3 seconds).
While holding down the [RECEIVER] button, press and hold down the MACRO button whose macro you want to delete until the [RECEIVER] button lights up (about 3 seconds).
Press the MACRO button again. The [RECEIVER] button flashes twice.
Press the buttons whose actions you want to program into the macro in the order you want them performed. For the CD example above, youd press the following buttons: [ON/ STANDBY], [CD], Play [ ].
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Specifications

Amplifier Section
Rated Output Power All channels: North American: 130 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.08% (FTC) 145 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven at 1 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.7% (FTC) 160 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 6 ohm loads, 2 channels driven at 1 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.1% (FTC) European: 7 ch 180 W at 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 1 ch driven (IEC) Others: 7 ch 180 W at 6 ohms, 1 kHz, 1 ch driven (IEC)

General

Power Supply North American: AC 120 V, 60 Hz European: AC 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz Others: AC 220 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption North American: 7.8 A European: 740 W Others: 740 W Dimensions (W H D) 17-1/8" 7-5/8" 16-15/16" TX-SR806: North American:17.0 kg (37.5 lbs.) Others:17.8 kg (39.3 lbs.) TX-SA806: 17.7 kg (39.1 lbs.) 431 mm