TX-SR703
THX SELECT2 CERTIFIED 7.1- CHANNEL A/V SURROUND HOME THEATER RECEIVER
Available in Gold or Black

Remote Control

Designed to Bring Harnessed Power and Exceptional Versatility to Home Theater
As the latest incarnation of one of Onkyos most popular receivers, the THX Select2 Certified TX-SR703 looks set to excel in the mid-range category. In keeping with its impressive legacy, the TX-SR703 boasts high-grade parts and immaculate construction, along with the ability to integrate effectively with the latest high-definition displays, playback components and high-quality speakers. The key words here are power and precision. Power, at a robust 160 watts per channel. And precision, from our VLSC ( Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry), which coaxes a virtually noise-free signal from all your movie and music sources. Other functions, like crossover adjustment from 40 Hz to 200 Hz with 10/20 Hz steps and speaker placement calibration with Auto Speaker Set-up with Microphone, accurately deliver the low frequencies and enveloping sound that recreate the floor-quaking impact of the cinema, right in your own home.
THX Select2 Certified and THX Surround EX With THX Select2 certification, the TX-SR703 demonstrates that it has met the rigorous design and performance standards set by THX. For the end user, it enhances the overall systems ability to accurately present movies the way they were mixed by the filmmaker on the dubbing stage and Its additional THX listening modes enhance playback performance of music, movies and video games. Furthermore, its ASA (Adaptive Speaker Array) technology optimizes playback of multi-channel movies, music and video games. THX Select2 also includes the THX Surround EX decoder, which enables sound mixers to encircle the audience with 360-degree pans and more realistic fly-over and ambient sound effects. Component Video Upconversion with TBC (Time Base Corrector) When connecting playback devices to compatible displays, upconversion of both composite and S-Video signals to component video can be output through one single cable. During upconversion, each signal incorporates a synchronization pulse (synch) that represents the beginning of each video signal. These synchs need to be highly precise in amplitude and timing to eliminate clock jitter, which can degrade the picture substantially, particularly on high-resolution display devices. By incorporating a time base corrector in the conversion process, inconsistencies in the signals timing can be corrected thereby ensuring the highest quality picture possible. Auto Speaker Set-up with Microphone The TX-SR703 uses a high-sensitivity microphone to pick up test tones from your favorite listening spot, and then uses an acoustic analyzer to adjust the sound pressure level and time delay of each channel. Test tones are output by each speaker, detected by the microphone and shown through an onscreen display. This ensures that each channels delivered synchronously, so you get the most accurate frequency response from your favorite listening spot. Easily calibrated using the TX-SR703s onscreen display and quickly completed in minutes, this function is also useful if you decide to switch rooms, or even move to another home.
Multiroom Playback Capabilities through Powered Zone 2 Powered Zone 2 gives you the option of different sources throughout your home. With the Powered Zone 2 function, you can enjoy one input source in the main room and a different source in another room through two different connection methods: using a receiver/integrated amp in Zone 2 or using only a pair of speakers in Zone 2. In the former method, you can enjoy 7.1 surround sound in the main room and play a different AV source in Zone 2 (with the Zone 2 amplifier automatically switched on by a 12 V trigger). With the latter method, you can use 5.1 surround sound in the main room and play a different AV source (stereo) in Zone 2. Integrating the iPod into your System Onkyos RI (Remote Interactive) capability enables you to integrate different Onkyo components for control through one remote. Now it also lets you simply connect the iPod to the TX-SR703 through the RI Dock for the iPod (DS-A1). As one of the more versatile interfaces between the iPod and audio-video systems available, you get hands-free iPod control, recharging capacity and even playback of digital photos. Combine this with Powered Zone 2, and you can simultaneously playback multichannel A/V sources while enjoying digital music in another room. VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) for All Channels The TX-SR703 incorporates Onkyos VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry), which employs a unique D/A conversion circuit to mitigate the effect of signal noise. As noise is magnified during the conversion process, even minimal amounts of noise can adversely affect audio quality. With VLSC, data is converted between the sampling points and these discrete sampling points are joined with analog vectors in real-time to produce a smooth output wave form. The result a noiseless, smooth analog signal based on the digital source. Independent Crossover Adjustment for Bass Management With the TX-SR703s crossover adjustment for bass management, you can independently set the frequency of your front, center, surround and surround back speakers at 40/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/200 Hz. Previously,crossover adjustment was limited to 40/60/80/100/120/150 Hz, so you will find that the TX-SR703 gives you greater scope to match different speakers and subwoofers to your system.

THX SELECT2 CERTIFIED 7.1-CHANNEL A/V SURROUND HOME THEATER RECEIVER

Amplifier Features

160 Watts per channel minimum into 6 ohms, at 1 kHz, JEITA VLSC (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) for all channels WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) Extended frequency response (10 Hz to 100 kHz) Reduced NFB (Negative Feedback) Full bandwidth power to all 7 main channels Absolute ground plate H.C.P.Smassive high current power supply Discrete power amplifier circuitry for all channels High-current, low-impedance 6 ohm drive for all channels Auto-protection circuitry High-grade extruded-aluminum heatsink Low Frequency Effect (LFE) level control Thick bus bars

Audio/Video Features

THX Select2 Certified THX Surround EX, 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 audio DACs for all channels Component video upconversion with TBC (Time Base Corrector)
Composite to S-Video upconversion HDTV-capable (100 MHz) component video switching Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry Digital upsampling Non-scaling configuration Powered Zone 2 (lineout) with 12 V trigger A-form listening mode memory Independent crossover adjustment for bass management for F/C/S/SB (40/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/200 Hz) Advanced 32-bit processing DSP chip 3 component video inputs and 1 output 5 S-Video inputs and 3 outputs 5 composite video inputs and 3 outputs 3 audio inputs and 1 output 7 digital inputs (5 optical/2 coaxial) and 1 optical output Color-coded 7.1-multichannel inputs and pre outs Heavy-duty, color-coded dual banana plug-compatible speaker posts Front panel audio, video, S-Video, optical inputs Pure audio mode Direct mode Automatic signal detection Dedicated line-level subwoofer pre out RS232 port Late night mode (high/low/off) Phono input Tone (bass/treble) control for L/R channels
FM/AM Tuner and Other Performance Features
40 FM/AM random presets Character input (tuner presets, input selector) Outstanding selectivity and sensitivity Compatible with RI Dock (DS-A1) for the iPod IntelliVolume On-screen display control 3-mode display dimmer (bright/normal/low) Speaker placement calibration through Auto Speaker Set-up with Microphone Absolute volume display Double bass function Battery-free memory backup Brushed aluminum front panel Headphone jack (standard size) Heavy-duty power cord Individual input selectors for each source IR input terminal Blue illuminated volume control Separate PC (printed circuit) boards for audio and video sources Sleep timer via remote Backlit/Preprogrammed RI (Remote Interactive) learning remote control with 3 macros and mode-key LEDs

SPECIFICATIONS AMPLIFIER SECTION

Power Output

Front L/R.. 160 W + 160 W (6 , 1 kHz, JEITA) Center.. 160 W (6 , 1 kHz, JEITA) Surround L/R.. 160 W + 160 W (6 , 1 kHz, JEITA) Surround Back L/R.. 160 W + 160 W (6 , 1 kHz, JEITA) Dynamic Power... 230 W + 230 W (3 , Front) 170 W + 170 W (4 , Front) 115 W + 115 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 Phono MM.. 2.5 mV/47 k
Output Level and Impedance
Rec out.. 200 mV/470 (Tape, Video 1-2)
Frequency Response.. 10 Hz-100 kHz/ + 1 dB, - 3 dB (Line) Tone Control.. 10 dB, 50 Hz (BASS)

10 dB, 20 kHz (TREBLE)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio.. 106 dB (Line in, IHF-A)

80 dB (Phono in, IHF-A)

Speaker Impedance.. 4 /6 -16

VIDEO SECTION

Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance
Video... 1.0 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) 1.0 Vp-p/75 (Composite)
Component Video Frequency Response. 5 Hz-100 MHz

TUNER SECTION

[FM] Tuning Frequency Range.. 87.5 MHz-108.0 MHz Usable Sensitivity
Stereo.. 22.2 dBf, 2.0 V (75 IHF) Mono.. 15.2 dBf, 1.0 V (75 IHF)

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Stereo.. 67 dB (IHF-A) Mono.. 73 dB (IHF-A) Stereo.. 0.5 % (1 kHz) Mono.. 0.3 % (1 kHz)
NPR No. 05N37 09/05 Printed in Japan
Total Harmonic Distortion
Stereo Separation.. 40 dB (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 %

GENERAL

Power Supply.. AC 120/220-240 V, 50/60 Hz Power Consumption.. 680 W Stand-by Power Consumption. 0.5 W Dimensions (W x H x D). 435 x 173.5 x 430 mm Weight.. 13.3 kg

Black model

Due to a policy of continuous product improvement, Onkyo reserves the right to change specifications and appearance without notice. THX Select 2 is a trademark or registered trademarks of THX Ltd. Dolby, Pro Logic, Surround EX and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. THX Surround EX-Dolby Digital Surround EX is a joint development of Dolby Laboratories and THX Ltd. and is a trademark of Dolby. DTS, DTS-ES Extended Surround, DTS 96/24 and Neo:6 are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. VLSC is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

Onkyo Corporation 2-1 Nisshin-cho, Neyagawa-shi, OSAKA 572-8540, JAPAN Tel: +81-72-831-8136 Fax: +81-72-833-5222 http://www.onkyo.com/ Onkyo China Limited Units 2102-2107, Metroplaza Tower I, 223 Hing Fong Road, Kwai Chung, N. T., HONG KONG, SAR of China Tel: +852-2429-3118 Fax: +852-2428-9039 http://www.ch.onkyo.com/ Onkyo U.S.A. Corporation 18 Park Way, Upper Saddle River, N.J. 07458, U.S.A. Tel: +1-201-785-2600 Fax: +1-201-785-2650 http://www.onkyousa.com/ Onkyo Europe Electronics GmbH Liegnitzerstrasse 6, 82194 Grobenzell, GERMANY Tel: +49-8142-4401-0 Fax: +49-8142-4401-555 http://www.eu.onkyo.com/

* Xantech is a registered trademark of Xantech Corporation. * Niles is a registered trademark of Niles Audio Corporation. * Apple and iPod are trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

Others

Microphone for automatic speaker setup Easy-to-use onscreen setup menus Preprogrammed remote controller for use with other AV components Remote controller Learning function Remote controller Macro function
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Getting to Know the AV Receiver

Front Panel 6 7

MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON STANDBY ZONE 2

PURE AUDIO

MULTI CH

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

VIDEO 4

DISPLAY

PUSH TO OPEN

Front ap

8 Not North American and Australian models
The actual front panel has various logos printed on it. They are not shown here for clarity. For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

Push here to open the ap

A STANDBY/ON button (39)
Sets the AV receiver to On or Standby.
I PURE AUDIO button and indicator (60)
Selects the Pure Audio listening mode. The indicator lights up when this mode is selected. Pressing this button again selects the previous listening mode.

B STANDBY indicator (39)

Lights up when the AV receiver is on Standby and ashes while a signal is being received from the remote controller.
J Input selector buttons (48)
Select the following input sources: MULTI CH, DVD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, VIDEO 4, PHONO, TAPE, TUNER, or CD. The [MULTI CH] button selects the multichannel DVD input.

C ZONE 2 indicator (83)

Lights up when Zone 2 is on.
D Remote-control sensor (13)
Receives control signals from the remote controller.

E Display

See Display on page 9.

F DISPLAY button (59)

Displays various information about the currently selected input source.
G MASTER VOLUME control (48)
Sets the volume of the AV receiver to dB, 81 dB, 80 dB through +18 dB (relative display). The volume level can also be displayed as an absolute value. See Volume Setup on page 78.

H Power switch

American and Australian models dont have this switch. This is the main power switch. When set to OFF, the AV receiver is completely shutdown. When set to ON, its in Standby mode and the STANDBY indicator lights up.

P SLEEP button (59)

Used with the Sleep function.
Q MENU button (on North American model)
(53) Selects the search mode for XM Satellite Radio.
R VOL [ ]/[ ] button (48)
Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver regardless of the currently selected remote controller mode.

S SETUP button

Used to change settings.

DVD Mode

To set the remote controller to DVD mode, press the [DVD] REMOTE MODE button.

A STANDBY button

Sets the DVD player to Standby.

B ON button

Turns on the DVD player.

C Number buttons

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

D TOP MENU button

Selects a DVDs top menu.
E Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons
Used to navigate menus and select items.

F DISC +/ button

Selects discs on a DVD changer.

G RETURN button

Exits the DVD players onscreen setup menu.

H DISPLAY button

ZONE2 HDD
Displays information about the current disc, title, chapter, or track, including elapsed time, remaining time, total time, and so on.

RECEIVER TAPE/AMP TV

DVD CD

I Playback buttons

SAT MD

D E F G H I

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

J REPEAT button

Used with the repeat playback function.

K AUDIO button

Selects foreign language soundtracks and audio formats (e.g., Dolby Digital or DTS).

L OPEN/CLOSE [ ] button

Opens and closes the disc tray.

M CLEAR button

REC PLAYLIST RANDOM
Cancels functions and clears entered numbers.

P Q R S

N MENU button

Displays a DVDs menu.

LISTENING MODE STEREO SURR AUDIO DIRECT SUBTITLE PLAY MODE THX ALLST

REPEAT PURE A

O SETUP button
Used to access the DVD players settings.

P RANDOM button

Used with the random playback function.

Q PLAY MODE button

Selects play modes on components with selectable play modes.

R SUBTITLE button

Selects subtitles.

S VIDEO OFF button

Turns off the internal video circuitry, eliminating any possibility of interference.

CD, MD, and CDR Modes

To control an Onkyo CD player or a CD/MD recorder made by another manufacturer, press the [CD] REMOTE MODE button to select the CD remote controller mode. To control an Onkyo MD recorder or CD recorder, press the [MD] or [CDR] REMOTE MODE button to select the MD or CDR remote controller mode. In order to control an Onkyo MD recorder or CD recorder, or a component made by another manufacturer, you must rst enter the appropriate remote control code (see page 86).

Surround back left speaker Corner position
Surround back right speaker

1/3 wall position

Connecting Your SpeakersContinued

Speaker Conguration

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

LINE INPUT

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

Powered subwoofer

*If youre using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the left (L) SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS 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 by using the supplied setup microphone (see page 40).
Attaching the Speaker Labels
The AV receivers positive (+) speaker terminals are color-coded for ease of identication. (The negative () speaker terminals are all black.)
Speaker terminal Front left, Zone 2 left Front right, Zone 2 right Center Surround left Surround right Surround back left Surround back right Color White Red Green Blue Gray Brown Tan

Using Dipole Speakers

You can use dipole speakers for the surround left and right and surround back left and right speakers. Dipole speakers output the same sound in two directions. Dipole speakers typically have an arrow printed on them to indicate how they should be positioned. The surround left and right dipole speakers should be positioned so that their arrows point toward the TV/screen, while the surround back left and right dipolar speakers should be positioned so that their arrows point toward each other, as shown.

Dipole speakers

TV/screen
The supplied speaker labels are also color-coded and you should attach them to the positive (+) side of each speaker cable in accordance with the above table. All you need to do then is to match the color of each label to the corresponding speaker terminal.

Normal speakers

1. Subwoofer 2. Front left speaker 3. Center speaker 4. Front right speaker 5. Surround left speaker
6. Surround right speaker 7. Surround back left speaker 8. Surround back right speaker
Speaker Connection Precautions
Read the following before connecting your speakers: You can connect speakers with an impedance of between 4 and 16 ohms. If the impedance of any of the connected speakers is 4 ohms or more but less than 6, be sure to set the minimum speaker impedance to 4 ohms (see page 46). If you use speakers with a lower impedance, and use the amplier at high volume levels for a long period of time, the built-in amp protection circuit may be activated. Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before making any connections. Read the instructions supplied with your speakers. Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other words, connect positive (+) terminals to only positive (+) terminals, and negative () terminals to only negative () terminals. If you get them the wrong way around, the sound will be out of phase and will sound unnatural. Unnecessarily long or very thin speaker cables may affect the sound quality and should be avoided. Be careful not to short the positive and negative wires. Doing so may damage the AV receiver. Dont connect more than one cable to each speaker terminal. Doing so may damage the AV receiver. Dont connect a speaker to several terminals.

Connecting AntennaContinued
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. 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 horizontally outside, 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 Your Components

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 right-channel 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) (Yellow) Composite video Analog audio Left (white) Right (red) (Yellow) Right!

: Signal Flow Video Audio Video Audio TV, projector, etc.

DVD player, etc.

Speakers (see page 21 for hookup details)
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 an audio connection and a video connection.

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. Composite video to S-Video and S-Video to composite video conversion only applies to the MONITOR OUT V and S outputs, not the VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 OUT V and S outputs. Note: 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 44). For optimum video performance, THX recommends that video signals pass through without upconversion (i.e., Composite video input to Composite video output; S-Video input to S-Video output; Component video input to Component video output).
Video Signal Flow Chart DVD player, etc. Output IN AV receiver
page 44 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 analog multichannel. When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the AV receiver does not convert digital input signals for analog line output and vice versa. For example, audio signals connected to an OPTICAL or COAXIAL input are not output by the analog TAPE OUT.
Audio Signal Flow Chart DVD player, etc. Output IN
Optical Coaxial Analog Multichannel Optical Coaxial Analog Multichannel
AV receiver OUT Input MD recorder, etc.
Optical Analog Optical Analog

Composite

S-Video

Component

MONITOR OUT
Input TV, projector, etc.
Connecting a 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

Connection A B a b

AV receiver VIDEO 1 OUT S VIDEO 1 OUT V VIDEO 1 OUT L/R DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT

Signal ow

VCR or DVD recorder S-Video input Composite video input Audio L/R input Digital optical input
Picture quality Better Standard

VIDEO 1 V

B C A B a

VIDEO 1 OPTICAL S

L R VIDEO 1

L OPTICAL IN AUDIO IN

VCR, DVD recorder
Connecting a Satellite, Cable, Set-top box, or Other Video Source
Step 1: Video Connection Choose a video connection that matches the video source ( A , B , or C ), and then make the connection. If you use connection A , you must connect the AV receiver to your TV with the same type of connection. Step 2: Audio Connection Choose an audio connection that matches the video source ( a , b , or c ), and then make the connection. With connection a , you can listen to and record audio from the video source 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 3 IN VIDEO 3 IN S VIDEO 3 IN V VIDEO 3 IN L/R DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 2 DIGITAL OPTICAL IN 2 Signal ow Video source Component video output S-Video output Composite video output Analog audio L/R output Digital coaxial output Digital optical output Picture quality Best Better Standard

VIDEO 3 IN V

VIDEO 3 IN S

COMPONENT VIDEO IN 3 Y

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

VIDEO INPUT

TUNING MODE VIDEO 4 INPUT SETUP RETURN ENTER SETUP MIC

STEREO

MEMORY

LISTENING MODE

INPUT INPUT L AUDIO R INPUT

DIGITAL

S VIDEO

OPTICAL OUT

S VIDEO OUT

L AUDIO R OUT

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

Connecting a CD Player

Note: If any extraneous noise is picked up by the microphone, the automatic setup may not work correctly, so keep quiet.
On completion, the following menu appears.
Auto Speaker Setup ======================== Apply the Results Check the Results Retry Retry with Test noise Level up

Cancel

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select one of the following options, and then press [ENTER]. Apply the Results: Select this to save the results, then continue with step 5. Normally, youd select this option. Check the Results: Select this if you want to view the results. See Checking the Results on page 42. Retry: Select this if you want to run the automatic speaker setup again, starting from step 3. Retry with Test noise Level up: Select this to run the automatic speaker setup again but with the test tone louder, starting from step 3. Cancel: Select this to cancel the automatic speaker setup without saving the results, then continue with step 5.
Checking the Results If you selected Check the Results in step 4 on the previous page, the following menu appears and you can check the results of the automatic speaker setup.
Auto Speaker Setup ======================== 1.Warning 2.Speaker Config 3.Speaker Distance 4.Speaker Level Adjust 5.Equalizer Settings
When youve nished checking, press the [RETURN] button to return to the menu in step 4.
Auto Speaker Setup ======================== Apply the Results Check the Results Retry Retry with Test noise Level up Cancel
1. WarningUndetected speakers and position warnings (see the right column). 2. Speaker CongConnected speakers and crossover frequencies. 3. Speaker DistanceDistance from each speaker to the listening position. 4. Speaker Level AdjustOptimum volume level for each speaker. 5. Equalizer SettingsOptimum equalizer settings for each speaker. Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the item that you want to check, and then press [ENTER]. Press the [RETURN] button to return to the previous menu.
1.Warning ======================== Not Detect:
Warning Messages In the warning messages, abbreviations are used to identify the speakers (e.g., L for left, R for right, and so on). Not Detect: The speaker was not detected. Make sure that its connected properly. Distance Error: The speaker is either too close or too far away, or the distance could not be measured. Reposition the speaker. Changing the Speaker Settings Manually: In some situations, the measurements taken by the automatic speaker setup may not provide usable results. If running the speaker setup a second time still doesnt provide usable results, youll have to set the speaker settings yourself (see pages 7075). Please note that any THX main speakers should be set to 80 Hz (THX). If you set up your speakers using Automatic Speaker Setup, please make sure manually that any THX speakers are set to 80 Hz (THX) in the Speaker Conguration setting (see pages 70, 71). Sometimes due to the electrical complexities of subwoofers and the interaction with the room, THX recommends setting the level and the distance of the subwoofer manually. Using a Powered Subwoofer: If youre using a powered subwoofer, because its positioned low down on the oor and outputting very low frequency sounds, its output may not be detected properly. If the subwoofer (abbreviation SW) appears on the Warning screen under Not Detect, turn up the subwoofers volume and run the automatic speaker setup again. If the subwoofer has a built-in crossover, set it to the highest crossover frequency. If it has an LPF lter switch, set it to off or direct. Refer to your subwoofers instruction manual for details.

A: The number of front channels (front left, front right, and center). B: The number of surround channels (surround left and surround right). If theres surround back channel information, this number will be 3. C: LFE channel for subwoofer (1 means yes).
Using the Listening Modes
Selecting the Listening Modes
For a description of each listening mode, see About the Listening Modes on page 62.
The Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be selected if your DVD player is connected to the AV receiver with a digital audio connection (coaxial, optical, or HDMI). Listening mode availability depends on the format of the current input signal. While a pair of headphones is connected, you can only select the Pure Audio, Mono, Direct, or Stereo listening mode.
Selecting with the Remote Controller

STEREO PURE A DIRECT

STEREO REPEAT PURE A
SURR AUDIO DIRECT SUBTITLE PLAY MODE THX

ALL ST THX

Selecting on the AV Receiver
[STEREO] button This button selects the Stereo listening mode. [SURR] button This button selects the Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes. LISTENING MODE [ ]/[ ] buttons Pressing these buttons repeatedly cycles through all of the listening modes that can be used with the current input source. [PURE A] button This button selects the Pure Audio listening mode. When this mode is selected, the AV receivers display is turned off and only the HDMI OUT outputs video signals. [DIRECT] button This button selects the Direct listening mode. [THX] button This button selects the THX listening modes. [ALL ST] button This button selects the All Channel Stereo listening mode.
PHONES ZONE 2 OFF TONE STEREO DIMMER

TUNING MEMORY MODE

[PURE AUDIO] button This button selects the Pure Audio listening mode. When this mode is selected, the AV receivers display is turned off and only the HDMI OUT outputs video signals. Pressing this button again will select the previous listening mode. [STEREO] button This button selects the Stereo listening mode. LISTENING MODE [ ]/[ ] buttons Pressing these buttons repeatedly cycles through all of the listening modes that can be used with the current input source.

Studio-Mix

Suitable for rock or pop music, listening to music in this mode creates a lively sound eld with a powerful acoustic image, like being at a club or rock concert.

TV Logic

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

This mode expands Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel 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. This is a new and improved mode especially for home theater use.

THX Music Mode

Ideal for background music, this mode lls the entire listening area with stereo sound from the front, surround, and surround back speakers.

Full Mono

This mode is designed for use with music. It expands Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback.

THX Games Mode

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.
This mode is designed for use with video games.

THX Surround EX

This mode expands Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel 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.

Recording

This section explains how to record the input source and how to record audio and video from separate sources. Notes: The surround sound and DSP listening modes cannot be recorded. Copy-protected DVDs cannot be recorded. Sources connected to the multichannel DVD input cannot be recorded. Various restrictions apply to digital recording. Refer to the manuals supplied with your digital recording equipment for more details. Digital input signals are output by only the digital outputs, and analog input signals are output by only the analog outputs. There is no internal conversion from digital to analog or vice versa. DTS signals will be recorded as noise, so dont attempt analog recording of DTS CDs or LDs. While the Pure Audio listening mode is selected, the VIDEO 1 and 2 OUT V and S jacks dont output video signals, so select another mode when recording.
Recording Audio and Video from Separate Sources
You can overdub audio onto your video recordings by simultaneously recording audio and video from two separate sources. This is possible because only the audio source is switched when an audio-only input source, such as TAPE, TUNER, or CD, is selected, the video source remains the same. In the following example, audio from the CD player connected to the CD IN and video from the camcorder connected to the VIDEO 4 INPUT VIDEO jack are recorded by the VCR connected to the VIDEO 1 OUT jacks.

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

Neo:6 Music

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

Dolby Digital Settings

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 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 in the main room via the connecting block.

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Connecting block

IR Receiver

Using a Multiroom Kit with Other Components (TX-SR803/803E Only)
In this setup, an IR emitter is connected to the TX-SR803/803Es IR OUT jack and placed in front of the other components remote control sensor. Infrared signals received at the AV receivers IR IN jack are fed through to the other component via the IR emitter. Signals picked up by the TX-SR803/803Es remote control sensor are not output.
Connecting block IR IN IR OUT TX-SR803/803E IR Emitter IR Receiver
The miniplug cable from the connecting block should be connected to the AV receivers IR IN jack, as shown below.
From the connecting block

Miniplug cable

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The IR emitter should be connected to the TX-SR803/803Es IR OUT jack, as shown below.
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Controlling Other Components
You can control your other components, including those made by other manufacturers, with the remote controller. This section explains how to: Enter the remote control code for a component that you want to control (e.g., DVD, TV, VCR). Learn commands directly from another components remote controller (see page 89). Program the MACRO buttons to perform a sequence of up to eight actions (see page 90).

CD DVD TV VCR

While holding down the REMOTE MODE button to which you want to enter the code, press the [STANDBY] button. The Remote indicator lights up.

Entering Remote Control Codes
To control another component, you must rst enter the appropriate remote control code to a REMOTE MODE button. Youll need to enter a code for each component that you want to control.
Within 30 seconds, use the number buttons to enter the 4-digit remote control code. The Remote indicator ashes twice.
Press the REMOTE MODE button again to select the remote controller mode, point the remote controller at the component, and check the operation. If the remote controller doesnt work as expected, and several remote codes are listed, try each one in turn and use the one that works best.
Notes: Remote control codes cannot be entered for the [RECEIVER] and [HDD] REMOTE MODE buttons. The remote control codes provided are correct at the time of printing, but are subject to change. The HDD remote mode can only be used with the Onkyo DS-A1 Remote Interactive Dock at this time. The [DVD] and [CD] REMOTE MODE buttons are preprogrammed for use with Onkyo DVD players and CD players respectively. * To control another manufacturers CD recorder or MD recorder, enter the appropriate control code to the [CD] REMOTE MODE button.
Look up the appropriate remote control code in the Remote Control Codes list. The codes are organized by category.
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Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via
Onkyo components that are connected via are controlled by pointing the remote controller at the AV receiver, not the component. This allows you to control components that are out of view, in a rack, for example.
Resetting the REMOTE MODE Buttons
You can reset a REMOTE MODE button to its default remote control code.
Make sure the Onkyo component is connected with an cable and an analog audio cable (RCA). See page 35 for details. Enter the appropriate remote control code for the REMOTE MODE button. [DVD] REMOTE MODE button 5002: Onkyo DVD player with [CD] REMOTE MODE button 6002: Onkyo CD player with [MD] REMOTE MODE button 6008: Onkyo MD recorder with [CDR] REMOTE MODE button 6006: Onkyo CD recorder with See the previous page for how to enter remote control codes.
While holding down the REMOTE MODE button that you want to reset, press the TV [ ] button. The Remote indicator ashes three times.
Press the REMOTE MODE button again. The Remote indicator ashes twice, indicating that the button has been reset. The [DVD] and [CD] REMOTE MODE buttons are preprogrammed with remote control codes for controlling Onkyo DVD players and CD players respectively. When these buttons are reset, the preprogrammed code is restored.

On this AV receivers remote controller, press the button you want to learn the new command.
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Using Macros

You can program the remote controllers MACRO buttons to perform a sequence of actions. Example: To play a CD, you typically need to perform the following actions: 1. Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button to select the Receiver remote controller mode. 2. Press the [ON] button to turn on the AV receiver. 3. Press the [CD] INPUT SELECTOR button to select the CD input source. 4. Press the [CD] REMOTE MODE button to select the CD remote controller mode. 5. Press the Play [ ] button to start playback on the CD player. You can program a MACRO button so that all ve actions are performed with just one button press.
While holding down the REMOTE MODE button for the mode you want to start with, press MACRO button [1], [2], or [3]. The Remote indicator lights up. For the CD example in the left column, youd press and hold the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, and then press MACRO button [1], [2], or [3].

Making Macros

You can make one macro for each MACRO button, and each macro may contain up to eight commands.
On the remote controller, press the buttons whose actions you want to program into the macro in the order you want them performed. For the CD example in the left column, youd press the following buttons: [ON], INPUT SELECTOR [CD], REMOTE MODE [CD], Play [ ]. When youve nished, press the MACRO button again. The Remote indicator ashes twice. If you enter eight commands, the process will nish automatically.
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Note: If one or more 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.

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Running Macros
Press the MACRO [1], [2], or [3] 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 until all of the commands have been transmitted. Macros can be run at anytime regardless of the current remote controller mode.

Deleting Macros

While holding down the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, press the MACRO button whose macro you want to delete. Press the MACRO button again.

Troubleshooting

If you have any trouble using the AV receiver, look for a solution in this section. If you cant resolve the issue yourself, contact your Onkyo dealer. On the TX-SR803/803E, if theres no sound from a DVD player connected to an HDMI IN, check the DVD players output settings, and be sure to select a supported audio format. Only the front speakers produce sound When the Stereo listening mode is selected, only the front speakers and subwoofer produce sound. In the Mono listening mode, only the front speakers output sound when the Output Sp setting is set to Front (page 68). Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (pages 70, 71). Only the center speaker produces sound If you use the Pro Logic IIx Movie or Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode with a mono source, such as an AM radio station or mono TV program, the sound is concentrated in the center speaker. In the Mono listening mode, only the center speaker outputs sound when the Output Sp setting is set to Center (page 68). Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (pages 70, 71). The surround speakers produce no sound When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected, the surround speakers produce no sound. Depending on the source and current listening mode, not much sound may be produced by the surround speakers. Try selecting another listening mode. Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (pages 70, 71). The center speaker produces no sound When the Stereo listening mode is selected, the center speaker produces no sound. In the Mono listening mode, only the front speakers output sound when the Output Sp setting is set to Front (page 68). Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (pages 70, 71). The surround back speakers produce no sound The surround back speakers are not used with all listening modes. Select another listening mode (page 60). Not much sound may be produced by the surround back speakers with some sources. Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (pages 70, 71). When the ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals are used, playback in the main room is reduced to 5.1-channels, and the surround back speakers produce no sound (page 82).