Contents

Introduction..2

AV Receiver

TX-SR605

AV Amplifier

Connections..18

First Time Setup..41

TX-SA605 TX-SA8560

Instruction Manual

Basic Operations..54

Advanced Operations..69

Advanced Setup..70

Zone 2..87

Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver/ AV Amplifier. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver/ AV Amplifier. Please retain this manual for future reference.
Controlling Other Components.90

Specifications..93

Troubleshooting..94

WARNING:

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

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

Display

SLEEP indicator (56) This indicator lights up when the Sleep function has been set. MUTING indicator (56) This indicator flashes while the AV receiver/AV amplifier is muted. HDMI indicator This indicator lights up when the HDMI input is used. Listening mode & format indicators These indicators show the currently selected listening mode and the format of digital input signals.
Tuning indicators (TX-SR605 only) FM STEREO (57): This indicator lights up when the AV receiver is tuned to a stereo FM station. RDS (European models only) (59): This indicator lights up when tuned to a radio station that supports RDS (Radio Data System). AUTO (57): This indicator lights up when the Auto Tuning mode is selected, and disappears when the Manual Tuning mode is selected. TUNED (57): This indicator lights up when the AV receiver is tuned into a radio station. Message area This area of the display shows various information about the currently selected source. Audyssey indicator (41, 74) This indicator flashes during automatic speaker setup and stays on when the setup is complete. It also lights up when the Equalizer Settings are set to Audyssey.
The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item.

Rear Panel

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The page numbers in parentheses show where you can find the main explanation for each item. DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1, 2 and COAXIAL 1, 2 CD IN These optical and coaxial digital audio inputs are This analog audio input is for connecting a CD for connecting components with optical or coaxial players analog audio output. digital audio outputs, such as CD and DVD players. TAPE IN/OUT XM antenna (North American models only) This analog audio input and output are for connectThis jack is for connecting an XM Minituner and ing a recorder with an analog audio input and output Home Dock, sold separately (see the separate XM (cassette, Mini Disc, etc.). instructions). GAME/TV IN SIRIUS antenna (North American models Here you can connect a game console, TV, etc. only) Input jacks include S-Video, composite video, and This jack is for connecting a SIRIUS Satellite Radio analog audio. antenna (see the separate SIRIUS instructions). COMPONENT VIDEO OUT HDMI IN 1, 2, and OUT This component video output can be used to conHDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connect a TV or projector with a component video nections carry digital audio and digital video. input. The HDMI inputs are for connecting components with HDMI outputs, such as DVD players. The HDMI output is for connecting a TV or projector with an HDMI input. AM ANTENNA (TX-SR605 only) (22) These push terminals are for connecting an AM antenna. FM ANTENNA (TX-SR605 only) (22) This jack is for connecting an FM antenna. MONITOR OUT The S-Video or composite video jack should be connected to a video input on your TV or projector. FRONT, CENTER, SURR & SURR BACK SPEAKERS (20) These terminal posts are for connecting your front, center, surround, and surround back speakers. ZONE 2 SPEAKERS (87) These terminals are for connecting speakers in Zone 2. VOLTAGE SELECTOR (only some models) This voltage selector provides compatibility with power systems around the world (see page 3). REMOTE CONTROL This (Remote Interactive) jack can be connected to an jack on another Onkyo AV component. The AV receiver/AV amplifiers remote controller can then be used to control that component. To use , you must make an analog audio connection (RCA) between the AV receiver/AV amplifier and the other AV component, even if they are connected digitally. COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1, 2, 3 These component video inputs can be used to connect AV components with component video outputs, such as DVD players. CBL/SAT IN Here you can connect a cable/satellite receiver, settop box, etc. Input jacks include S-Video, composite video, and analog audio. VCR/DVR IN/OUT Here you can connect a VCR or DVR (digital video recorder). Input and output jacks include S-Video, composite video, and analog audio. DVD IN Here you can connect a DVD player. Input jacks include S-Video, composite video, and analog audio. You can connect a DVD players 2-channel analog audio output or 7.1-channel analog audio output. ZONE 2 LINE OUT (87) This analog audio output can be connected to a line input on an integrated amplifier in Zone 2. PRE OUT SUBWOOFER (19) The SUBWOOFER jack is for connecting a powered subwoofer. TUNER IN (TX-SA605/8560 only) (38) This analog audio input is for connecting a tuners analog audio output.

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REPEAT button Used with the repeat playback functions. PLAY MODE button Used to select play modes on components with selectable play modes. Works as a Resume button when used with a DS-A2 RI Dock.

About Home Theater

Enjoying Home Theater
Thanks to the AV receiver/AV amplifiers superb capabilities, you can enjoy surround sound with a real sense of movement in your own homejust like being in a movie theater or concert hall. With DVDs you can enjoy DTS and Dolby Digital. With analog and digital TV you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIx or Onkyos own DSP surround listening modes.
Front left and right speakers These output the overall sound. Their role in a home theater is to provide a solid anchor for the sound image. They should be positioned facing the listener at about ear level, and equidistant from the TV. Angle them inward so as to create a triangle, with the listener at the apex. Surround back left and right speakers These speakers are necessary to enjoy Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix, and DTS-ES Discrete. They enhance the realism of surround sound and improve sound localization behind the listener. Position them behind the listener about feet (60100 cm) above ear level.
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.

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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.
Connecting the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier

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) (Yellow) Right! Analog audio Left (white) Right (red)

Optical Digital Jacks

The AV receiver/AV amplifiers 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.

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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.

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. Then all you need to do is to match the color of each label to the corresponding speaker terminal.

Normal speakers

Using the Speaker Terminal Tool
The supplied speaker terminal tool makes it easy to tighten and loosen the speaker terminals. If you are using banana plugs, to ensure optimum sound quality, tighten the speaker terminal before inserting the banana plug. (In Europe, using banana plugs to connect speakers to an audio amplifier is prohibited.)
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: North American models: Only connect speakers with an impedance of 6 ohms or higher. If you use speakers with a lower impedance, and use the amplifier at high volume levels for a long period of time, the built-in protection circuit may be activated. Other models: 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 ohms, be sure to set the minimum speaker impedance to 4 ohms (see page 51). If you use speakers with a lower impedance, and use the amplifier at high volume levels for a long period of time, the built-in 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 only to positive (+) terminals, and negative () terminals only to 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. If you use 4 or 5 speakers, connect each of the two surround speakers to the SURR SPEAKERS terminals. Do not connect them to the SURR BACK SPEAKERS terminals. Be careful not to short the positive and negative wires. Doing so may damage the AV receiver/AV amplifier. Make sure the metal core of the wire does not have contact with the AV receiver/AV amplifiers rear panel. Doing so may damage the AV receiver/AV amplifier. Dont connect more than one cable to each speaker terminal. Doing so may damage the AV receiver/AV amplifier. Dont connect one speaker to several terminals.

Connecting Antenna (TX-SR605 only)
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 23).
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. 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.

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 fix 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 23).

Thumbtacks, etc.

Caution: Be careful that you dont injure yourself when using thumbtacks.

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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/AV amplifier COMPONENT VIDEO OUT MONITOR OUT S MONITOR OUT V GAME/TV IN L/R DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 2 (CBL/SAT) DIGITAL OPTICAL IN 1 (GAME/TV) Signal flow 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

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Connect one or the other Connection b must be assigned (see page 50)
If your TV has no audio outputs, connect an audio output from your VCR or cable or satellite receiver to the AV receiver/AV amplifier and use its tuner to listen to TV programs through the AV receiver/AV amplifier (see pages 29 and 31).

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/AV amplifier 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.

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
Picture quality Best Better Standard

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Connection A must be assigned (see page 49)
Connect one or the other Connection b must be assigned (see page 50) VCR, DVD recorder
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.

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AV receiver/AV amplifier VCR/DVR OUT S VCR/DVR OUT V VCR/DVR OUT L/R
VCR or DVD recorder S-Video input Composite video input Audio L/R input
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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.
Connecting a Satellite, Cable, 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.

Review SP Distance: Review the speaker distance settings.
Auto Speaker Setup Review SP Distance Front Center Surr Right Surr Back R Surr Back L Surr Left Subwoofer : : : : : : : 15.0ft 15.0ft 7.0ft 7.0ft 7.0ft 7.0ft 15.0ft
Review SP Level: Review the speaker level settings.
Auto Speaker Setup Review SP Level Left : +12.0dB Center : 0.0dB Right : -12.0dB Surr Right : +3.0dB Surr Back R : +4.0dB Surr Back L : -6.0dB Surr Left : -3.0dB Subwoofer : 0.0dB
Press the [RETURN] button to return to the previous menu.
About the Onscreen Setup Menus
The onscreen setup menus are displayed on the connected TV and provide a convenient way to change the AV receiver/ AV amplifiers settings.

Submenus

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1. Input/Output Assign 1. 2. 3. 4. Monitor Out HDMI Input Component Video Input Digital Input
5. Listening Mode Preset 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME/TV AUX TAPE TUNER CD

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2. Speaker Setup 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Speaker Settings Speaker Config Speaker Distance Level Calibration Equalizer Settings
6. Miscellaneous 1. Volume Setup 2. OSD Setup

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Main menu
Menu 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Input/Output Assign Speaker Setup Audio Adjust Source Setup Listening Mode Preset Miscellaneous Hardware Setup Lock Setup
3. Audio Adjust 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Tone Control Multiplex/Mono PL II x/Neo:6 Dolby EX Theater-Dimensional
7. Hardware Setup 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Remote Control Zone2 Tuner Analog Multich HDMI
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4. Source Setup DVD 1. IntelliVolume 2. A/V Sync
8. Lock Setup Lock Unlocked
Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [SETUP] button. The main menu appears onscreen.

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Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 1. Input/Output Assign, and then press [ENTER]. The Input/Output Assign menu appears.

HDMI Monitor

If you connect your TV to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, set the HDMI Monitor setting to No so that the onscreen setup menus are displayed and composite video and S-Video sources are upconverted* and output by the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT.

PURE AUDIO STEREO

[SURROUND] button This button selects the Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes and the Neural Surround* listening mode (*North American models only). [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.

LISTENING MODE

[PURE AUDIO] button (not North American models) This button selects the Pure Audio listening mode. When this mode is selected, the AV receiver/AV amplifiers 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. [STEREO] button This button selects the Stereo listening mode. LISTENING MODE [ ]/[ ] buttons Pressing these buttons repeatedly cycles through all of the listening modes that can be used with the current input source.
Using the Listening ModesContinued
Listening Modes Available for Each Source Format

Analog and PCM Sources

PCM Source format 32-96 kHz Media Listening mode Pure Audio (not North American models) Direct Stereo Multichannel Dolby D Dolby Digital Plus DTS, DTS 96/24 DTS Discrete/Matrix DTS-HD High Resolution Audio DTS-HD Master Audio TrueHD PLII Movie/PLIIx Movie*2 PLII Music/PLIIx Music*2 PLII Game/PLIIx Game*2 176.4/192 kHz*1 Multichannel PCM (32-192 kHz) Multichannel, 1/0, 1+1 DVD

CD, TV, radio

Dolby Digital EX/Dolby EX Neo:6 Neo:6 Cinema Neo:6 Music Neural Surround (North American models only) Mono Onkyo Original DSP*4 Mono Movie Orchestra*3 Unplugged*3 Studio-Mix*3 TV Logic*3
All Ch Stereo Full Mono T-D

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For PCM 176.4/192 kHz signals input through HDMI IN, only Pure Audio, Direct, and Stereo listening modes can be selected. (HDMI input only) If there are no surround back speakers, or Powered Zone 2 is being used, Pro logic II is used. Available only when using surround speakers. For T-D, Mono Movie, Orchestra, Unplugged, Studio-Mix, and TV Logic, PCM of 64 kHz, 88.2 kHz, and 96 kHz are processed at 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 88.2 kHz respectively.
: Requires 6.1/7.1 speakers. Not available while Powered Zone 2 is being used. : Requires 7.1 speakers. Not available while Powered Zone 2 is being used. Tip: To check the format of the digital input signal, see Displaying Source Information on page 55.
Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, and TrueHD Sources

Recording Separate AV Sources
Here you can record audio and video from completely separate sources, allowing you to overdub audio onto your video recordings. This function takes advantage of the fact that when an audio-only input source (i.e., TAPE, TUNER, or CD) is selected, the video input source remains unchanged. In the following example, audio from the CD player connected to the CD IN, and video from the camcorder connected to the AUX INPUT VIDEO jack are recorded by the VCR connected to the VCR/DVR OUT jacks.

Camcorder

video signal audio signal

AV Recording

Audio sources can be recorded to a recorder (e.g., cassette deck, CDR, MD) connected to the TAPE OUT jack. Video sources can be recorded to a video recorder (e.g., VCR, DVD recorder) connected to the to VCR/DVR OUT jack. See pages 24 to 39 for hookup information.
Use the input selector buttons to select the source that you want to record. You can watch the source while recording. The AV receiver/AV amplifiers VOLUME control has no effect on recording. On your recorder, start recording. On the source component, start playback. If you select another input source during recording, that input source will be recorded.
Prepare the camcorder and CD player for playback. Prepare the VCR for recording. Press the [AUX] input selector button. Press the [CD] input selector button. This selects the CD player as the audio source, but leaves the camcorder as the video source. Start recording on the VCR and start playback on the camcorder and CD player. The video from the camcorder and the audio from the CD player are recorded by the VCR.

Using the CinemaFILTER

With the CinemaFILTER, you can soften overly bright movie soundtracks, which are typically mixed for reproduction in a movie theater. CinemaFILTER can be used with the following listening modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIx Movie, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, DTS, DTSES, DTS Neo:6 Cinema, DTS 96/24, and Neo:6. Note: The CinemaFILTER may not work when used with certain input sources.

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 5. Equalizer Settings, and then press [ENTER]. The Equalizer Settings menu appears.
25. Equalizer Settings Equalizer Off

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Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select: Off: Tone off, response flat. Audyssey: The tone for each speaker is set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function. Be sure to select this setting after having performed the Automatic Speaker Setup. Manual: You can adjust the EQ of each speaker manually. If you select Manual, continue with this procedure. If you select Off or Audyssey, go to step 8. Use the Down [ ] button to select Channel, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a speaker.
25. Equalizer Settings Equalizer Channel 80Hz 250Hz 800Hz 2500Hz 8000Hz Manual Front 0dB 0dB 0dB 0dB 0dB
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a frequency, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to adjust the level at that frequency. The volume at each frequency can be adjusted from 6 to +6 dB in 1 dB steps. Tip: Low frequencies (e.g., 80 Hz) affect bass sounds; high frequencies (e.g., 8000 Hz) affect treble sounds.
Use the Up [ ] button to select Channel, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select another speaker. Repeat step 6 and 7 for each speaker.
Press the [SETUP] button. The setup menu closes.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 4. Analog Multich, and then press [ENTER]. The Analog Multich menu appears.
74. Analog Multich Subwoofer Input Sensitivity 0dB
Notes: When the listening mode is set to Direct or Pure Audio, no effect will be produced. Depending on the input source or listening mode, the Equalizer settings may not produce the desired effect. This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver/AV amplifier by using its [SETUP] button, arrow buttons, and [ENTER] button.
Multichannel DVD Input Settings
Subwoofer Input Sensitivity
Some DVD players output the LFE channel from their subwoofer output at 15 dB higher than normal. You can change the subwoofer sensitivity to match your DVD player. Note that this setting only affects signals connected to the SUBWOOFER input jack of the multichannel DVD input.
Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a value. You can select 0 dB, 5 dB, 10 dB, or 15 dB. If you find that your subwoofer is too loud, try the 10 dB or 15 dB setting. Press the [SETUP] button. The setup menu closes.

On the AV receiver/AV amplifier, use the ZONE 2 LEVEL [ ]/[ ] buttons. If your Zone 2 speakers are connected to an amp in Zone 2, use its volume control to adjust the volume.
Press the [ZONE 2] button, then point the remote controller at the AV receiver/AV amplifier and press the [STANDBY/ON] button. Zone 2 turns on and ZONE 2 indicator lights up.
To select an input source for Zone 2, press the [ZONE 2] button, followed by an INPUT SELECTOR button. To select AM or FM press the [TUNER] INPUT SELECTOR button repeatedly.
To turn off Zone 2, press the [ZONE 2] button, followed by the [STANDBY/ON] button.
To Mute Zone 2: Press the remote controllers [ZONE 2] button, followed by the [MUTING] button. To unmute Zone 2, press the remote controllers [ZONE 2] button again, followed by the [MUTING] button, or adjust the volume for Zone 2. Notes: Only analog input sources are output by the ZONE 2 LINE OUT and ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals. Digital input sources are not output. If no sound is heard when an input source is selected, check if its connected to an analog input. While Zone 2 is being used, listening modes that need surround back speakers (i.e., Dolby Digital EX and DTS-ES) are unavailable. While Zone 2 is on, functions will not work. You cant select different radio stations for Zone 2 and the main room. For example, if you have an FM station for the main room, that station will also be used in Zone 2.
You can use the AV receiver/AV amplifiers remote controller (RC-682M) to control your other AV components, including those made by other manufacturers. This section explains how to enter the necessary remote control code for the component that you want to control (e.g., DVD player, TV, or VCR).
While holding down the REMOTE MODE button that you want to set, press the [DISPLAY] button for 3 seconds. The REMOTE MODE button lights up.

REMOTE MODE

Within 30 seconds, use the number buttons to enter the 4-digit remote control code. The REMOTE MODE button flashes twice.

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Entering Remote Control Codes
To control another component, you must first 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.
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.
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.).