Contents Integrated Amplifier A-9070 Introduction ...................................2 Connections.................................13 Turning On & Basic Operations ......26 Instruction Manual Advanced Operations .................35 Others...........................................41 Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo Integrated Amplifier. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit.
Introduction WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Precautions 1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder. 2. AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the unit is not userserviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact your Onkyo dealer. 3. Care—Occasionally you should dust the unit all over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a clean cloth.
Supplied Accessories For British models Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel.
Features • (North American models) 140 W/Ch (4 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.05%, 2 Channels Driven, FTC) • (European models) 140 W/Ch (4 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.
Contents Introduction Important Safety Instructions..........................................2 Precautions .......................................................................3 Supplied Accessories ......................................................4 Features.............................................................................5 Before Using the Integrated Amplifier ............................7 Installing the Batteries.....................................................
Before Using the Integrated Amplifier Installing the Batteries 1 To open the battery compartment, press the small hollow and slide the cover. Using the Remote Controller To use the remote controller, point it at the integrated amplifier’s remote control sensor, as shown below. Remote control sensor Integrated amplifier 2 Insert the two supplied batteries (R03) in accordance with the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment. Approx. 16 ft. (5 m) Note 3 Replace the cover and slide it shut.
Installing the Integrated Amplifier Ensure proper ventilation. Approx. 12 in. (30 cm) Approx. 4 in. (10 cm) Approx. 4 in. (10 cm) Approx. 4 in. (10 cm) Install the integrated amplifier on a sturdy rack or shelf. Position it so that its weight is evenly dispersed on its four legs. Do not install the integrated amplifier in a place with vibration or an unstable location.
Getting to Know the Integrated Amplifier Front Panel a b c d ef g h i For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. a 8ON/STANDBY button (➔ page 26) Sets the integrated amplifier to On or Standby. b Remote control sensor (➔ page 7) Receives control signals from the remote controller. c MAIN IN LED (➔ page 25) Lights when the integrated amplifier is used as a power amplifier (Main mode). h INPUT selector (➔ page 28) Selects the input sources in sequence.
j k l m n o For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. j SPEAKERS button and A/B LEDs (➔ page 27) Selects Speakers A, Speakers B, or both. The A and B LEDs show which speaker set is selected. k BASS -/+ buttons (➔ page 29) Adjusts the level of bass sounds. Press the button once to display the current level value. l TREBLE -/+ buttons (➔ page 29) Adjusts the level of treble sounds. Press the button once to display the current level value.
Rear Panel a e c b fg h i d j k l m a SPEAKERS A terminals Connect Speakers A. i LINE IN 1/2/3 L/R jacks Connect playback devices with analog audio output. b u REMOTE CONTROL jacks Connect Onkyo components such as Onkyo Docks, CD Players, or Network Tuner with u (Remote Interactive) jacks. j LINE OUT L/R jacks Connect components such as analog line-level sources. The input signals are output with no level adjustment.
Remote Controller For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. aa bb d g a 8 button (➔ page 26) Sets the integrated amplifier to On or Standby. b DIMMER button (➔ page 28) Adjusts the display brightness. c !/"/#/$ and ENTER buttons Select and adjust settings. d VOLUME q/w buttons (➔ page 27) Adjust the volume of the integrated amplifier. e INPUT!/" buttons (➔ page 28) Select an input source. e f SETUP button (➔ page 35) Enters the Setup menu.
Connections Connections Connecting Your Speakers Right Left Speakers A Speakers B Right ■ Screw-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown. Left 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) ■ Banana Plugs (North American models) • If you are using banana plugs, tighten the speaker terminal before inserting the banana plug. • Do not insert the speaker code directly into the center hole of the speaker terminal.
Note • Make sure that the wires do not touch metal parts on the back panel or elsewhere. • Y plugs cannot be connected. • Two sets of speakers (Speakers A and Speakers B) can be connected to the integrated amplifier. You can select which speakers to output audio to when listening to music. You can also output audio from both sets of speakers. • If you use Speakers A or Speakers B, make sure to use speakers with an impedance of 4 to 16 ohms.
Bi-wiring Connection Bi-wiring provides improved bass and treble performance. Using terminals of both SPEAKERS A and SPEAKERS B, it separates high frequency from low frequency signals. Important: • Bi-wiring can be used only with speakers that support bi-wiring. Refer to your speaker manual. • When making the bi-wiring connections, be sure to remove the jumper bars that link the speakers’ tweeter (high) and woofer (low) terminals. • When making the bi-wiring connections, set SPEAKERS to A+B (➔ page 27).
Cable and Jacks Optical digital audio OPTICAL Coaxial digital audio* Orange Analog audio (RCA) L White R Red u Optical digital connections allow you to enjoy digital sound such as PCM. The maximum sampling rate for PCM input is 96 kHz/24 bit, 2ch. Coaxial digital connections allow you to enjoy digital sound such as PCM. The maximum sampling rate for PCM input is 192 kHz/24 bit, 2ch. The integrated amplifier provides 75-ohm impedance matching. Analog audio connections (RCA) carry analog audio.
Connecting a CD Player This is an example of connection using the CD Player C-7070. Analog Connection Integrated Amplifier A-9070 CD Player C-7070 Tip • Connect the CD Player to either of the following jacks: LINE IN 1/2/3. Digital Connection (Coaxial or Optical) Integrated Amplifier A-9070 Connect either of them. CD Player C-7070 Tip • Connect the CD Player to either of the following jacks: COAXIAL 1/2, OPTICAL.
Connecting an Onkyo Dock This is an example of connection using the Onkyo Digital Media Transport. Integrated Amplifier A-9070 Connect either of them. OPTICAL COAXIAL ON /ST AN DB Y ST AN DB Y iP o d PC UN SYN SY C/ NC Digital Media Transport Note • Use only an Onkyo Dock with digital connections. • To use the u (Remote Interactive) connection, you need to change the names of inputs (➔ pages 20, 35). Tip • Connect the Onkyo Dock to either of the following jacks: COAXIAL 1/2, OPTICAL.
Connecting a Tuner This is an example of connection using the Network Tuner T-4070. Note • To use the u (Remote Interactive) connection, you need to change the names of inputs (➔ pages 20, 35). Analog Connection Integrated Amplifier A-9070 Network Tuner T-4070 Tip • Connect your tuner to either of the following jacks: LINE IN 1/2/3. Digital Connection (Coaxial or Optical) Integrated Amplifier A-9070 Connect either of them.
Connecting Onkyo u Components Integrated Amplifier A-9070 ON /ST A ND BY ST AN DB Y iP o d PC UN SYN SY C/ NC RI Dock Network Tuner or CD Player 1 Change the names of inputs in accordance with each component connected (➔ page 35). Connected component Names of inputs CD Player CD Network Tuner TUNER RI Dock DOCK 2 Make sure that each Onkyo CD Player, Network Tuner or RI Dock is connected (➔ pages 17 to 19). 3 Make the u connections (see the illustration).
Connecting a Turntable Integrated Amplifier A-9070 MM/MC selector L R AUDIO OUTPUT Turntable without a built-in phono preamp Use the MM/MC selector on the back of the integrated amplifier to select either MM or MC, in accordance with the cartridge format of the turntable. Remove the short pins plugged into the jacks before connecting a turntable to the PHONO inputs. Note • Always turn off the integrated amplifier before switching between MM and MC.
Connecting a Recording Component Important: • Unless you have the full consent of the copyright holder, copyright laws prohibit using your recordings for anything other than personal enjoyment! • Do not change the integrated amplifier’s input while recording. Doing so will cause the audio from the selected component to be recorded. Note • Volume adjustments and use of the muting function are not reflected in the signal output from LINE OUT.
Using the Integrated Amplifier as a Preamplifier The integrated amplifier can be used as a preamplifier (Pre mode). This mode keeps the heat down, as opposed to when the integrated amplifier is used as a pre-main amplifier. This is an example of connection using the power amplifier M-5000R. Important: • In this mode, SPEAKERS cannot be used. • To use this mode, you need to change the “ROUTE” setting (➔ page 39).
Separating the Pre-amp and Main Amp Units You can use the integrated amplifier’s pre-amp and main amp units individually (Split mode) to connect a sound processor such as a graphic equalizer between the pre-amp and main amp units. Important: • Always turn the integrated amplifier off before connecting the MAIN IN jacks. • To use this mode, you need to change the “ROUTE” setting (➔ page 39). Integrated Amplifier A-9070 L L R R OUTPUT INPUT e.g.
Using the Integrated Amplifier as a Power Amplifier Combined with a preamplifier of your choice, the integrated amplifier can be used as a power amplifier (Main mode). When it is selected, the MAIN IN LED lights. See “Connecting Your Speakers” for connection information (➔ page 13). This is an example of connection using the preamplifier P-3000R. Important: • Always turn the integrated amplifier off before connecting the MAIN IN jacks.
Turning On & Basic Operations Basic Operations Turning On/Off the Integrated Amplifier 8ON/STANDBY 8 Turning On the Integrated Amplifier Turning Off the Integrated Amplifier ■ Operating with the remote controller ■ Operating with the remote controller 1 1 Press 8. The integrated amplifier comes on, and the information display lights. ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier 1 1 Press 8ON/STANDBY.
Selecting Speakers A and Speakers B You can select to output sound from Speakers A, Speakers B, or both A + B. Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume within the following range: VOLMIN, -95dB, -90dB, -85dB, -80dB to 14dB, VOLMAX ■ Operating with the remote controller VOLUME q/w SPEAKERS A B 1 Press SPEAKERS repeatedly on the integrated amplifier. The LED of the selected speakers lights. 1 Press VOLUME q/w repeatedly.
Selecting the Input Source 1 You can switch inputs to select the desired source component. Choose an input from the following: LINE1, LINE2, LINE3, COAX1, COAX2, OPT, PHONO Press DIMMER repeatedly. Normal ↔ Dim Normal ■ Operating with the remote controller Dim INPUT !/" 1 Note Press INPUT!/" repeatedly. ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier INPUT selector 1 Use the INPUT selector.
Adjusting the Bass, Treble and Balance ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier You can adjust the bass, treble and left/right output balance respectively. ■ Operating with the remote controller #/$ RETURN TONE/BAL BASS -/+ 1 Press TONE/BAL repeatedly. `BASS: `TRBL (Treble): You can adjust the bass and treble levels from -6 to +6. 1 TREBLE -/+ BALANCE L/R Press BASS -/+, TREBLE -/+, or BALANCE L/R repeatedly. The adjustment is automatically confirmed.
Changing the Display Information You can display information such as the current input or the value of settings. DISPLAY Note • Input fs (sampling rate) is displayed only when a digital input (COAX1, COAX2, OPT) is selected. • Depending on the source, the value on the information display may differ from the actual sampling rate’s. • When the Direct function is enabled, “BASS” and “TRBL” are not displayed.
Muting the Sound Using Headphones You can temporarily mute the output of the integrated amplifier. PHONES jack MUTING 1 Press MUTING. The message “MUTING” flashes on the information display. To unmute the integrated amplifier, press MUTING again. 1 Connect a pair of stereo headphones with a standard plug (1/4 inch or 6.3 mm) to the PHONES jack. When connecting the headphones, the message “PHONES” appears on the information display and the A/B LEDs go off.
Controlling Other Onkyo Components Controlling the Onkyo CD Player You can use the integrated amplifier’s remote controller to control your Onkyo CD player, pointing the remote controller at the CD player’s remote control sensor. Note • With some components, the remote controller may not work, or only partially. 8CD Playback mode buttons En 32 8 CD button Sets the CD Player to On or Standby. RANDOM button Performs random playback. 3 button Pauses playback.
Controlling the Onkyo Dock Connect an Onkyo Dock to the integrated amplifier, and play music files from your iPod. You can use the integrated amplifier’s remote controller to control basic iPod functions, but the functionality will depend on your iPod model and generation. To control the Onkyo Dock, an u connection is required (➔ page 20). To control the Onkyo Dock with the integrated amplifier’s remote controller, you need to change the input name to “DOCK” (➔ page 35).
Controlling the Onkyo Network Tuner Connect an Onkyo Network Tuner to the integrated amplifier and enjoy its music. You can use the integrated amplifier’s remote controller to control the Network Tuner, but the functionality will depend on your Network Tuner’s input. To control the Onkyo Network Tuner, an u connection is required (➔ page 20). To control the Onkyo Network Tuner with the integrated amplifier’s remote controller, you need to change the input name to “TUNER” (➔ page 35).
Advanced Operations Custom Setup You can perform custom settings using SETUP on the remote controller or the integrated amplifier. The SETUP menu allows you to set the following items: NAME, SHOW, HPLVL, ASb, ROUTE, and RESET. NAME SHOW HPLVL CD SACD MD TAPE TUNER DOCK PC GAME TV L1 L2 L3 CX1 PNO OPT CX2 HP -12 HP 0 HP +12 ASb ASb-ON ROUTE NORMAL PRE MAIN SPLIT 4 Press #/$ repeatedly to select the name you want to assign. The selected name flashes. 5 Press ENTER.
■ Operating on the integrated amplifier Skipping Unused Inputs SETUP You can hide the display of those inputs that are not used, so that they are skipped when selecting an input. Change any input from the following: L1(LINE1), L2(LINE2), L3(LINE3), CX1(COAX1), CX2(COAX2), OPT, PNO(PHONO) INPUT selector ■ Operating with the remote controller !/"/#/$ ENTER RETURN SETUP 1 2 Press SETUP. 1 2 Press SETUP repeatedly to select “SHOW”. 3 Press and hold down SETUP. The setting is switched ON/OFF.
Setting the Headphone Level ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier SETUP You can set the volume when using headphones. INPUT selector ■ Operating with the remote controller !/"/#/$ ENTER RETURN SETUP 1 2 3 Press SETUP. Press !/" repeatedly to select “HPLVL”. Press ENTER. The current level is displayed. 1 2 Press SETUP repeatedly to select “HPLVL”. 3 Press SETUP repeatedly to exit the setup. Use the INPUT selector to adjust the offset level.
Setting the Auto Standby Function ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier SETUP When the Auto Standby (ASb) function is activated, the integrated amplifier will automatically enter Standby mode if there is no operation for 30 minutes with no audio signal input. INPUT selector ■ Operating with the remote controller !/"/#/$ ENTER RETURN SETUP 1 2 3 1 2 Press SETUP repeatedly to select “ASb”. 3 Press SETUP repeatedly to exit the setup. Press SETUP. Press !/" repeatedly to select “ASb”.
Setting the Route You can specify the function (Route) of the integrated amplifier by selecting between Normal, Pre, Split, and Main modes. ■ Operating with the remote controller 5 Press ENTER. The selected route flashes rapidly for a few times as the setting is confirmed. 6 Press RETURN repeatedly to exit the setup. ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier SETUP INPUT selector !/"/#/$ ENTER RETURN SETUP 1 2 Press SETUP. Press !/" repeatedly to select “ROUTE”. 3 Press ENTER.
Restoring the Default Settings ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier SETUP You can restore the default settings of the integrated amplifier. INPUT selector ■ Operating with the remote controller !/"/#/$ ENTER RETURN SETUP 1 2 3 Press SETUP. 1 2 Press SETUP repeatedly to select “RESET”. 3 Press and hold down SETUP. If “RST-YES” is selected, “CLEAR” appears on the information display. The integrated amplifier then automatically turns off. If “RST-NO” is selected, the setup returns to “RESET”.
Others Troubleshooting If you have any trouble using the integrated amplifier, look for a solution in this section. If you can't resolve the issue yourself, try resetting the integrated amplifier before contacting your Onkyo dealer. To reset the integrated amplifier to its factory defaults, see “Restoring the Default Settings” (➔ page 40). Power Can’t turn on the Integrated Amplifier. • Make sure that the power cord is properly plugged into the wall outlet (➔ page 16).
Onkyo Dock There’s no sound. • Make sure that the Onkyo Dock is connected to the integrated amplifier properly. • Make sure that no video content is being played. • Reset the iPod. Other • When the Auto Standby (ASb) function is activated, the power of the Onkyo Dock connected via u is automatically turned off (➔ page 38). Can’t control properly by using the remote controller. • Make sure that the u cable is connected to the integrated amplifier correctly.
Specifications Rated Output Power (Stereo): (North American) 75 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 0.05 % (FTC) 140 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 4 ohm loads, 2 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.05 % (FTC) (European) 2 ch × 75 W at 8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.05 %, 2 ch driven (IEC) 2 ch × 140 W at 4 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.
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