Contents AV Receiver TX-NR5009 TX-NR3009 Instruction Manual Introduction.......................................2 Connections ....................................12 Turning On & Basic Operations ....24 Advanced Operations.....................47 Controlling Other Components ......76 Appendix .........................................85 Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver. 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.
Contents Introduction Important Safety Instructions ......................................... 2 Precautions....................................................................... 3 Supplied Accessories...................................................... 4 Contents............................................................................ 5 Features ............................................................................ 6 Front & Rear Panels.........................................................
Features Amplifier Connections (TX-NR5009) • 145 Watts/Channel @ 8 ohms (FTC) • 220 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (IEC) • 280 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (JEITA) (TX-NR3009) • 140 Watts/Channel @ 8 ohms (FTC) • 200 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (IEC) • 250 Watts/Channel @ 6 ohms (JEITA) • 8 HDMI*9 Inputs (1 on front panel) and 2 Outputs • Onkyo p for System Control • (TX-NR5009) 7 Digital Inputs (4 Optical/3 Coaxial) • (TX-NR3009) 6 Digital Inputs (3 Optical/3 Coaxial) • Component Video Switching (3 Inputs/1 Output) • Univ
*1 *10 THX and the THX logo are trademarks of THX Ltd. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved. THX Ultra2 Plus Before any home theater component can be THX Ultra2 Plus certified, it must pass a rigorous series of quality and performance tests. Only then can a product feature the THX Ultra2 Plus logo, which is your guarantee that the Home Theater products you purchase will give you superb performance for many years to come.
Front & Rear Panels Front Panel a b c f g d e h (North American models) i j k lm n opq u v w (European and Asian models) z En 8 A x r s y t
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
Rear Panel Illustration based on TX-NR5009. a b cd f g e o p h i q s t l m n u p ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 12V TRIGGER OUT jacks b IR IN and OUT jacks q Composite, S-Video and analog audio jacks (BD/DVD IN, VCR/DVR IN and OUT, CBL/SAT IN, GAME IN, PC IN, TV/CD IN and PHONO IN) c DIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks e ETHERNET port f u REMOTE CONTROL jack g RS232 port Terminal for control.
Remote Controller Controlling the AV Receiver a i c b c *1 For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. a 8RECEIVER button (24) j *2 k *2 d d b ACTIVITIES buttons (46, 84) c REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons (25) d SP LAYOUT button (45) e Arrow q/w/e/r and ENTER buttons f SETUP button (47) g Listening Mode buttons (36) h DIMMER button (44) e a f To control the AV receiver, press RECEIVER to select Receiver mode.
Connections Connecting the AV Receiver Connecting Your Speakers Connecting the Speaker Cables ■ 9.2-channel Playback The following illustration shows how to connect the speakers to each pair of terminals. If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURR BACK/ZONE 3 L terminals.
Speaker Configuration Speaker Connection Precautions The following table indicates the channels you should use depending on the number of speakers that you have. No matter how many speakers you use, 2 powered subwoofers are recommended for a really powerful and solid bass. To get the best from your surround sound system, you need to set the speaker settings automatically (➔ page 33) or manually (➔ page 51).
About Speakers A and Speakers B Installing Speakers A and Speakers B allows you to enjoy up to 7.2-channel surround-sound playback from each speaker configuration. Each configuration has its own pair of stereo front speakers and can use the same subwoofer, center, surround, front high, and surround back speakers, as required. You could, for example, use Speakers A when watching a DVD movie with 7.
■ 7.2-channel Playback with Speakers A or Speakers B The following illustration shows how to connect the speakers for up to 7.2-channel playback with Speakers A or Speakers B. If you’re using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURR BACK/ZONE 3 L terminals.
Using Powered Subwoofers 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. You can connect the powered subwoofers with SW1 PRE OUT and SW2 PRE OUT respectively. The level and distance can be set individually for each output. If you’re using only one subwoofer, connect it to SW1 PRE OUT.
Connecting a Power Amplifier If you want to use a more powerful power amplifier, you can use the AV receiver as a preamp. Connect all speaker outputs to the power amplifier. See the manuals supplied with your amplifier for details. Note *1 Power amplifier *1 Specify “None” for any channel that you don’t want to output (➔ page 52).
About AV Connections Connecting AV components : Video & Audio HDMI cable TV, projector, etc. : Video Other cables AV receiver AV receiver Blu-ray Disc/ DVD player Blu-ray Disc/ DVD player Game console TV, projector, etc. • Before making any AV connections, read the manuals supplied with your AV components. • Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed and double-checked all AV connections.
Connecting Components with HDMI VCR or DVD recorder/Digital Video Recorder Game console TV, projector, etc. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player Personal computer Satellite/cable set-top box, etc. Camcorder Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below. ✔: Assignment can be changed (➔ page 49).
Connecting Your Components The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT MAIN. If your TV is connected to other video outputs, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings. A Front B C Rear DE F G H *1 I J K Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below. See “Connection Tips and Video Signal Path” for more information (➔ page 94). ✔: Assignment can be changed (➔ page 50). No.
No. Jack/Port Components H MONITOR OUT TV, projector, etc. BD/DVD IN Blu-ray Disc/DVD player VCR/DVR IN VCR or DVD recorder/digital video recorder, RI dock CBL/SAT IN Satellite/cable set-top box, etc. GAME IN Game console, RI dock PC IN Personal computer TV/CD IN TV, CD player, cassette tape deck, MD, CD-R, Turntable*3, RI dock Turntable*3 PHONO IN COMPONENT VIDEO I Assignable IN 1 (BD/DVD) Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, RI dock ✔ IN 2 (CBL/SAT) Satellite/cable set-top box, RI dock, etc.
Connecting Onkyo u Components 1 Make sure that each Onkyo component is connected with an analog audio cable (connection H in the hookup examples) (➔ page 20). 2 3 Make the u connection (see the illustration). If you’re using an RI Dock or cassette tape deck, change the Input Display (➔ page 44).
Connecting the Antennas This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna. The AV receiver won’t pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna to use the tuner. North American models European and Asian models Insert the plug fully into the jack. Insert the plug fully into the jack. Push. Insert wire. Release. Assembling the AM loop antenna Caution • Be careful not to injure yourself when using thumbtacks.
Turning On & Basic Operations Turning On/Off the AV Receiver (North American models) 8ON/STANDBY (European and Asian models) 8ON/STANDBY 8RECEIVER RECEIVER %POWER Turning On 1 (European and Asian models) Set %POWER to the ON position (^) on the front panel. The AV receiver enters standby mode. 2 Press 8ON/STANDBY on the front panel. or Press RECEIVER followed by 8RECEIVER on the remote controller. The AV receiver comes on, the display lights. Turning Off 1 Press 8ON/STANDBY on the front panel.
Playback The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT MAIN. If your TV is connected to other video outputs, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings. Controlling Contents of USB or Network Devices See “Controlling Other Components” about the operation of other components (➔ page 79). This section describes the procedure for using the remote controller unless otherwise specified. Press USB or NET first.
j MENU This button returns to top menu of the Internet Radio service. k RETURN This button returns to the previous menu. l 6 This button selects the next song. m 4 This button fast-forwards the current song. Playing an iPod/iPhone via USB This section explains how to play music/video files on the iPod/iPhone.
Extended Mode (Music) control The music content information is displayed (lists are displayed), and you can control the music content while looking at the screen. Top screen list: Playlists, Artists, Albums, Genres, Songs, Composers, Shuffle Songs, Now Playing. Extended Mode (Video) control The video content information is displayed (lists are displayed), and you can control the video content while looking at the screen. Top screen list: Movies, Music Videos, TV Shows, Video Podcasts, Rentals.
3 Use q/w to select a program and then press ENTER. Playback starts. My Music 0 : 11 Greate Artist My Favorite Press MENU to enable selection from the following menu items. ` Stations like this: Stations like the one currently being played back are displayed. ` Add to My Favorites: Adds a station to My Favorites list. Press TOP MENU to go to the top menu of the Internet Radio services. Tip • By pressing SEARCH, you can toggle between the playback screen and the radio list screen.
Playing Music Files on a Server You need to connect the AV receiver to your home network (➔ page 100). This section explains how to play music files on a computer or media server through the AV receiver (Server Playback). Windows Media Player 11 Setup This section explains how to configure Windows Media Player 11 so that the AV receiver can play the music files stored on your computer. 1 2 Start Windows Media Player 11. 3 Select the “Share my media” check box, and then click “OK”.
Using Remote Playback Listening to AM/FM Radio 1 Start Windows Media Player 12. To enable remote playback, you must first configure Windows Media Player 12. This section describes the procedure using the buttons on the front panel unless otherwise specified. 2 Press NET. The “NET” screen appears. The NET indicator lights. If it flashes, verify the network connection. 3 Use q/w/e/r to select “dlna”, and press ENTER. A list of media server appears.
■ Tuning into stations by frequency You can tune into AM and FM stations directly by entering the appropriate frequency. ■ Deleting Presets 1 Select the preset that you want to delete. See the previous section. 1 2 While holding down MEMORY, press TUNING MODE. The preset is deleted and its number disappears from the display. On the remote controller, press TUNER repeatedly to select “AM” or “FM”, followed by D.TUN. (Actual display depends on the country.
■ Displaying Radio Text (RT) 1 Press RT/PTY/TP once. The RT information scrolls across the display. Note • The message “Waiting” may appear while the AV receiver waits for the RT information. • If the message “No Text Data” appears on the display, no RT information is available.
Using Basic Functions Using the Automatic Speaker Setup With the supplied calibrated microphone, Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 automatically determines the number of speakers connected, their size for purposes of bass management, optimum crossover frequencies to the subwoofer (if present), and distances from the primary listening position. Audyssey MultEQ XT32 then removes the distortion caused by room acoustics by capturing room acoustical problems over the listening area in both the frequency and time domain.
3 When you’ve finished making the settings, press ENTER. 6 Press ENTER. Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 Room Correction and Speaker Setup starts. Test tones are played through each speaker as Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Room Correction and Speaker Setup runs. This process takes a few minutes. Please refrain from talking during measurements and do not stand between speakers and the microphone.
Changing the Speaker Setup Manually Note • You can cancel Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Room Correction and Speaker Setup at any point in this procedure simply by disconnecting the speaker setup microphone. • Do not connect or disconnect any speakers during Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Room Correction and Speaker Setup. • If the AV receiver is muted, it will be unmuted automatically when Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Room Correction and Speaker Setup starts.
Using the Listening Modes Selecting Listening Modes See “About Listening Modes” for detailed information about the listening modes (➔ page 37). ■ Listening Mode Buttons Press RECEIVER first. PURE AUDIO MUSIC MOVIE/TV MOVIE/TV, MUSIC, GAME, THX GAME THX MOVIE/TV button This button selects the listening modes intended for use with movies and TV. MUSIC button This button selects the listening modes intended for use with music.
About Listening Modes The AV receiver’s listening modes can transform your listening room into a movie theater or concert hall, with high fidelity and stunning surround sound. ■ Explanatory Notes ij ab kl f c SP LAYOUT a b Front speakers c Center speaker d e Surround speakers f Subwoofer(s) g h Surround back speakers i j Front high speakers k l Front wide speakers Listening mode buttons de gh Input Source The following audio formats are supported by the listening mode.
■ Onkyo-Original DSP Listening Modes Listening Mode Description Orchestra Suitable for classical or operatic music, this mode emphasizes the surround channels in order to widen the stereo image, and simulates the natural reverberation of a large hall.
Listening Mode Description Input Source Speaker Layout Dolby Pro Logic IIx*3 Dolby Pro Logic IIx expands any 2-channel source for 7.1-channel playback. It provides a very natural and seamless surround-sound experience Dolby Pro Logic II that fully envelops the listener. As well as music and movies, video games PL Mo v i e can also benefit from the dramatic spatial effects and vivid imaging. If you’re not using any surround back speakers, Dolby Pro Logic II will be S used instead of Dolby Pro Logic IIx.
Listening Mode Description DTS-ES Discrete*7 This mode is for use with DTS-ES Discrete soundtracks, which use a G discrete surround back channel for true 6.1/7.1-channel playback. The seven totally separate audio channels provide better spatial imaging and 360degree sound localization, perfect for sounds that pan across the surround channels. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS-ES logo, especially those with a DTS-ES Discrete soundtrack.
Listening Mode Description THX Founded by George Lucas, THX develops stringent standards that ensure movies are reproduced in movie theaters and home theaters just as the director intended. THX Modes carefully optimize the tonal and spatial characteristics of the soundtrack for reproduction in the home-theater environment. They can be used with 2-channel matrixed and multichannel sources. Surround back speaker output depends on the source material and the selected listening mode.
Listening Mode TH N eX o : U 62 C i n ema THX U2 Mu s i c THX U2 Game s THX Su r r EX Description Input Source Speaker Layout • THX Ultra2 Cinema D This mode expands 5.1-channel sources for 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. • THX Ultra2 Music This mode is designed for use with music. It expands 5.1-channel sources for 7.1-channel playback.
■ Listening Mode ` You can select the listening modes that are grouped in the following categories: MOVIE/TV, MUSIC, GAME and THX. Use q/w to select the category and e/r to select the listening mode. Press ENTER to switch to the selected listening mode. Using the Home Menu The Home menu provides you quick access to frequently used menus without having to go through the long standard menu. This menu enables you to change settings and view the current information.
1 Press RECEIVER followed by DIMMER repeatedly to select: • Normal + MASTER VOLUME and input selector indicators light. • Normal + MASTER VOLUME and input selector indicators go off. • Dim + MASTER VOLUME and input selector indicators go off. • Dimmer + MASTER VOLUME and input selector indicators go off. When you connect an u-capable Onkyo component, you must configure the input display so that u can work properly. This setting can be done only from the front panel. 1 Press TV/CD, GAME or VCR/DVR.
Selecting Speaker Layout Muting the AV Receiver You can set which speakers you want to use by priority. You can temporarily mute the output of the AV receiver. 1 1 Press RECEIVER followed by SP LAYOUT repeatedly to select: ■ 9.2 ch playback Press RECEIVER followed by MUTING. The output is muted and the MUTING indicator flashes on the display. Tip Note that these layouts can only be selected when “Front High + Front Wide” is set to “No” (➔ page 51) and all speakers are enabled.
Using Easy Macros By using ACTIVITIES in Easy macro mode, you can sequentially operate Onkyo components via simple commands from a single-button press. These commands are user-definable. See “Using Normal Macros” (➔ page 84). 1 Press ACTIVITIES (MY MOVIE, MY TV, or MY MUSIC) to start the Easy macro command. The default sequences of actions are described below. To change the related source component, see “Changing the Source Components” shown later in this chapter.
Advanced Operations Advanced Setup The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT MAIN. If your TV is connected to other video outputs, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings. Common Procedures in Setup Menu This section describes the procedure for using the remote controller unless otherwise specified. RECEIVER On-screen Setup Menus ENTER q/w/e/r MENU 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Input/Output Assign Main Menu Input/Output Assign Monitor Out On the “Monitor Out” settings, you can select whether or not to have the video sources’ images output through the HDMI output. If you connect your TV to HDMI output, “Monitor Out” setting is automatically set and composite video, S-Video, and component video sources are upconverted* and output.
Tip • The “Resolution” setting is set respectively of main, sub, and analog. • To view the TV picture while setting, press ENTER. Note • Depending on the incoming video signal, the video playback may not be smooth or the vertical resolution may be lowered. In this case select anything other than “1080p/24”. • If the “Monitor Out” setting is set to “Both”, this setting is fixed to “Auto”.
Component Video Input Digital Audio Input If you connect a video component to a component video input, you must assign that input to an input selector. For example, if you connect your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2, you must assign “IN2” to the “BD/DVD” input selector. If you’ve connected your TV to the AV receiver with a component video cable, you can set the AV receiver so that composite video and S-Video sources are upconverted* and output by the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT*1.
Note • To listen to the component connected to the multichannel input, make the selection in the “Audio Selector” (➔ page 63). ■ Subwoofer Input Sensitivity ` 0dB to 15dB in 5 dB steps. Some DVD players output the LFE channel from their analog subwoofer output at 15 dB higher than normal. With this setting, you can change the AV receiver’s subwoofer sensitivity to match your DVD player. Note • This setting only affects signals connected to the AV receiver’s multichannel input subwoofer jack.
Speaker Configuration Note *1 This setting is set automatically by Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 Room Correction and Speaker Setup function (➔ page 33). For Speakers B, you need to change the settings manually. *2 *3 *4 With these settings, you can specify which speakers are connected and a crossover frequency for each speaker. You can set the crossover frequencies, distances, and levels of the front speakers A and front speakers B independently. The other speakers (i.e.
■ Subwoofer Phase ` 0º ` 180º: Moves the subwoofer phase. Note • If the “Subwoofer” setting is set to “No”, this setting cannot be selected. ■ Wireless Subwoofer When an optional unit is connected to the UNIVERSAL PORT jack on the AV receiver, the speaker setting menu may appear on screen. ` Yes: The audio is output from the speakers connected to the wireless unit. ` No: The audio is not output from the speakers connected to the wireless unit.
Level Calibration This setting is set automatically by Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 Room Correction and Speaker Setup function (➔ page 33). For Speakers B, you need to change the settings manually. Here you can adjust the level of each speaker with the built-in test tone so that the volume of each speaker is the same at the listening position. You can set the levels of front speakers A and front speakers B independently. The other speakers (i.e.
■ THX Ultra2/Select2 Subwoofer ` No ` Yes If you’re using a THX-certified subwoofer, set this setting to “Yes”. Audio Adjust Main menu Audio Adjust With the Audio Adjust functions and settings, you can adjust the sound and listening modes as you like. Note • If the “Subwoofer” setting is set to “No”, this setting cannot be selected (➔ page 52).
Dimension `–3 to 0 to +3 With this setting, you can move the sound field forward or backward when using the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. Higher settings move the sound field backward. Lower settings move it forward. If the stereo image feels too wide, or there’s too much surround sound, move the sound field forward to improve the balance. Conversely, if the stereo image feels like it’s in mono, or there’s not enough surround sound, move it backward.
DTS LFE Level ■ Neo:X Music ■ Dolby Digital*1, DTS*2, Multich PCM, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD*3 `–QdB, –20dB, –10dB, or 0dB With these settings, you can set the level of the LFE (Low Frequency Effects) channel individually for each input sources. If you find that low-frequency effects are too loud when using one of these sources, change the setting to –20 dB or –Q dB. Center Image ` 0 to 2 to 5 The DTS Neo:X Music listening mode creates 9-channel surround sound from 2-channel stereo sources.
Sound Program Edit ■ Sound Program `Stereo Source 1, Stereo Source 2, Stereo Source 3, Multich Source 1, Multich Source 2, Multich Source 3 When playing back different content types on the same source, or when listening to a single content type on different sources, you can pre-register the settings that best suit each content in “Sound Program”. The registered settings can then be called up and modified in one set. Use “Sound Program Edit” to register and modify a combination of settings.
■ Dynamic EQ ` Off ` On: Audyssey Dynamic EQ® becomes active. The Dynamic EQ indicator lights. With Audyssey Dynamic EQ, you can enjoy great sound even when listening at low volume levels. Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics.
IntelliVolume Name input area ■ IntelliVolume `–12dB to 0dB to +12dB in 1 dB steps. With IntelliVolume, you can set the input level for each input selector individually. This is useful if one of your source components is louder or quieter than the others. Use e/r to set the level. If a component is noticeably louder than the others, use e to reduce its input level. If it’s noticeably quieter, use r to increase its input level.
Picture Adjust Using Picture Adjust, you can adjust the picture quality and reduce any noise appearing on the screen. To view the TV picture while setting, press ENTER. To return to the previous screen, press RETURN. ■ Wide Mode*1*2 This setting determines the aspect ratio. ` 4:3: ` Full: ` Zoom: ` Wide Zoom: ` Auto: According to the input signals and monitor output setting, the AV receiver automatically selects the “4:3”, “Full”, “Zoom” or “Wide Zoom” mode.
■ Mosquito NR*3*5*6*7 `Off `Low `Mid `High With Mosquito Noise Reduction, you can remove the shimmering or haziness that sometimes appears around objects in the picture. Mosquito noise can be an issue with overly compressed MPEG content. ■ Random NR*3*5*6*7 `Off `Low `Mid `High With Random Noise Reduction, you can remove indiscriminate picture noise, such as film grain.
Note • “Picture Adjust” cannot be used with the NET input selector. *1 This procedure can also be performed on the remote controller by using the Home menu (➔ page 43). *2 When a 3D video source is input, “Wide Mode” is fixed to “Full”. *3 When the “Picture Mode” setting is set to anything other than “Custom”, this setting cannot be used. *4 If the “Resolution” setting is set to “4K Upscaling” (➔ pages 48, 62), this setting is fixed to “Off”. *5 Press CLR if you want to reset to the default value.
Note • This setting cannot be selected when: – the UP-A1 Dock with docked iPod/iPhone is not connected to the AV receiver, or – the docked iPod/iPhone model is not supported. • When the “Charge Mode” setting is set to “On”, or to “Auto” with your iPod/iPhone recharging, the SLEEP indicator is dimly lit in standby mode. In such conditions, the power consumption of the AV receiver slightly increases.
■ Power On Volume ` Last, Min, 1 to 99 or Max (Absolute display) ` Last, –QdB, –81dB to +18dB (Relative display) With this preference, you can specify the volume setting to be used each time the AV receiver is turned on. To use the same volume level that was used when the AV receiver was turned off, select “Last”. The “Power On Volume” cannot be set higher than the “Maximum Volume” setting.
HDMI ■ HDMI Control(RIHD) `Off `On Turn this setting on to allow p-compatible components connected via HDMI to be controlled by the AV receiver (➔ page 97). Note • When the setting is set to “On” and the menu is closed, the names of connected p-compatible components and “RIHD On” are displayed on the AV receiver.
■ Audio Return Channel ` Off ` Auto: The audio signal from your TV tuner can be sent to the HDMI OUT MAIN of the AV receiver. The audio return channel (ARC) function allows an ARC capable TV to send the audio stream to the HDMI OUT MAIN of the AV receiver. To use this function, you must select the TV/CD input selector and your TV must be ARC capable.
■ Proxy URL To use a Web proxy, enter its URL here. ■ Proxy Port If you’re using a Web proxy, enter a proxy port number here. ■ Network Control `Enable `Disable This setting enables or disables control over the network. Note • When set to “Enable”, the NET indicator is dimly-lit and the power consumption slightly increases in standby mode. ■ Control Port `“49152” to “65535” This is the network port used for control over the network.
Tone Control Settings Lock Setup With this preference, you can protect your settings by locking the setup menus. Main menu Lock Setup ■ Setup ` Locked ` Unlocked When “Locked” is selected, the setup menus will be locked and you cannot change any setting. Using the Audio Settings You can change various audio settings from the Home menu (➔ page 43). 1 2 Press RECEIVER followed by HOME. Use q/w and ENTER to select “Audio”, and then use q/w/e/r to make the desired selection.
Dolby Volume Late Night ■ Dolby Volume See “Dolby Volume” of “Audio Adjust” (➔ page 56). ■ Late Night For Dolby Digital and Dolby Digital Plus sources, the options are: `Off `Low: Small reduction in dynamic range. `High: Large reduction in dynamic range. Note • This setting cannot be used in either of the following cases: – Pure Audio or Direct listening mode is selected. – the multichannel analog input is selected. – Speakers B is being used.
Re-EQ With the Re-EQ function, you can compensate a soundtrack whose high-frequency content is too harsh, making it more suitable for home theater viewing. ■ Re-EQ ` Off ` On This function can be used with the following listening modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Multichannel, DTS, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS Express, DSD, Dolby EX, Dolby Pro Logic IIz Height, Dolby PLIIx Movie, DTS Neo:X Cinema.
Multi Zone In addition to the main listening room, you can also enjoy playback in the other room, or as we call Multi Zone. And, you can select a different source for each room. Making Multi Zone Connections Note There are two ways you can connect Zone speakers: 1. Connect them directly to the AV receiver. 2. Connect them to an additional amplifier. Connecting the Zone Speakers Directly to the AV receiver This setup allows you to select different sources for Main room and Zone 2/3.
Zone 2 Video Output Controlling Zone 2/3 Components The AV receiver features a composite video output for connection to a TV in Zone 2, so you can enjoy both audio and video in that zone. ■ Operating on the AV receiver Input selector buttons MASTER VOLUME Hookup • Use a composite video cable to connect the AV receiver’s ZONE 2 OUT V jack to a composite video input on your Zone 2 TV.
2 To select an input source for Zone 2/3, press ZONE repeatedly, followed by INPUT SELECTOR. To select AM or FM, press the TUNER input selector and ZONE repeatedly. Note • You cannot select different AM or FM radio stations for your main room and Zone 2/3. The same AM/FM radio station will be heard in each room. 3 To turn off Zone 2/3, press ZONE repeatedly, followed by 8RECEIVER. Tip Adjusting the Tone and Balance of Zones 1 2 On the AV receiver, press ZONE 2 or ZONE 3.
Using the Remote Controller in Zone and Multiroom Control Kits To control the AV receiver with the remote controller while you’re in Zone, you’ll need a commercially available multiroom remote control kit for each zone. • Multiroom kits are made by Niles and Xantech. These kits can also be used when there isn’t a clear line of sight to the AV receiver’s remote sensor, such as when it’s installed inside a cabinet.
Controlling Other Components iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock Using the Onkyo Dock The Dock is sold separately. Models sold are different depending on the region. For the latest information on the Onkyo Dock components, see the Onkyo web site at: http://www.onkyo.com Before using the Onkyo Dock components, update your iPod/iPhone with the latest software, available from the Apple web site. For supported iPod/iPhone models, see the instruction manual of the Onkyo Dock.
■ Status Messages If either of the following messages is not displayed on the AV receiver’s display, check the connection to your iPod/iPhone. • PORT Reading The AV receiver is checking the connection with the dock. • PORT Not Support The AV receiver do not support the connected dock. • PORT UP-A1 UP-A1 Dock is connected. Note • The AV receiver displays the message “UP-A1” for several seconds after recognizing the UP-A1.
✔: Available buttons Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE first. Buttons ✔ a 8SOURCE*1 ✔ b TOP MENU*2 ✔*3 ✔ ✔*4 ✔ d 1, 3, 2, 5, 4, 7, 6 ✔ ✔ e REPEAT RANDOM ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ f DISPLAY g MUTING ✔*5 ✔*6 ✔ ✔ h ALBUM +/– ✔*4 ✔ i VOL q/w ✔ ✔ j MENU k RETURN ✔ l MODE ✔*7 c q/w/e/r, ENTER PLAYLIST e/r g h i b j c k u Dock f UP-A1 Dock a Onkyo Dock ✔ ✔*8 d e l • With some iPod/iPhone models, generations and RI Docks, certain buttons may not work as expected.
Controlling Other Components You can use the AV receiver’s remote controller to control your other AV components, including those made by other manufacturers. This section explains how to enter the remote control code for a component that you want to control: DVD, TV, CD, etc. “Learning Commands” for learning commands directly from another component’s remote controller (➔ page 83). “Using Normal Macros” for programing ACTIVITIES to perform a sequence of remote control actions (➔ page 84).
12 When you searched for the model, a message “Successful” will appear. Now the transfer is successful! Go to step 15. When you did NOT search for the model, push any key (except for arrow buttons and ENTER) to see if the component responds. Entering Remote Control Codes You’ll need to enter a code for each component that you want to control. 1 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.).
Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via u 2 Onkyo components that are connected via u 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. 1 2 3 Make sure the Onkyo component is connected with an u cable and an analog audio cable (RCA). See “Connecting Onkyo u Components” for details (➔ page 22).
✔: Available buttons Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE first.
Learning Commands Note The AV receiver’s remote controller can learn the commands of other remote controllers. By transmitting, for example, the Play command from your CD player’s remote controller, the supplied remote controller can learn it, and then reproduce the exact same command when its 1 is pressed in CD remote mode. This is useful when you’ve entered the appropriate remote control code (➔ page 80) but some buttons don’t work as expected.
Running Macros Using Normal Macros You can program the remote controller’s ACTIVITIES to perform a sequence of remote control actions. Example: To play a CD you typically need to perform the following actions: 1. Press RECEIVER to select the Receiver remote controller mode. 2. Press 8RECEIVER to turn on the AV receiver. 3. Press TV/CD to select the TV/CD input source. 4. Press 1 to start playback on the CD player. You can program ACTIVITIES so that all four actions are performed with just one button press.
Appendix Troubleshooting If you have any trouble using the AV receiver, look for a solution in this section. If you can’t resolve the issue yourself, contact your Onkyo dealer. If you can’t resolve the issue yourself, try resetting the AV receiver before contacting your Onkyo dealer. To reset the AV receiver to its factory defaults, turn it on and, while holding down VCR/DVR, press 8ON/STANDBY. “Clear” will appear on the display and the AV receiver will enter standby mode.
■ Only the front speakers produce sound ■ There’s no sound with a certain signal format When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected, — only the front speakers and subwoofer produce sound. Check the digital audio output setting on the connected device. On some game consoles, such as those that support DVD, the default setting is off. In the Mono listening mode, only the front speakers 55 output sound if the “Output Speaker” setting is set to “Left / Right”.
With some CD and LD players, you won’t be able to — playback DTS material properly even though your player is connected to a digital input on the AV receiver. This is usually because the DTS bitstream has been processed (e.g., output level, sampling rate, or frequency response changed) and the AV receiver doesn’t recognize it as a genuine DTS signal. In such cases, you may hear noise.
Make sure you’ve selected the correct remote controller mode. 11, 81 When using the remote controller to control other manufacturers’ AV components, some buttons may not work as expected. — Make sure you’ve entered the correct remote control 80 code. Make sure to set the same ID on both the AV receiver and remote controller.
Zone 2/3 Others ■ There’s no sound ■ Standby power consumption Only components connected to analog inputs can be — played in Zone 2/3. ■ The Zone 2/3 speakers produce no sound See “Multi Zone” for the conditions in which Powered Zone 2/3 cannot be used. 72 To use the Zone 2 speakers, you must set the “Powered Zone 2” setting to “Yes”. 51 To use the Zone 3 speakers, you must set the “Powered Zone 3” setting to “Yes”.
■ The following settings can be made for the S-Video and composite video inputs You must use the buttons on the unit to make these settings. On the AV receiver, press the input selector for the input source that you want to set and the SETUP button simultaneously. While holding down the input selector button, press SETUP until “Video ATT:On” appears on the display. Then, release both buttons.
Firmware Update To update the firmware of the AV receiver, you can choose from the following two methods: update via network, or update via USB storage. Choose the one that best suits your environment. Before proceeding with the update, please read the corresponding explanations carefully. ■ Update via network You need a wired Internet connection to update the firmware. ■ Update via USB storage (➔ page 92) Please prepare a USB storage device such as a USB flash memory stick.
7 Turn off the AV receiver using 8ON/STANDBY on the front panel. Do not use 8RECEIVER on the remote controller. Once turned off, the AV receiver will automatically turn on again. Congratulations! You now have the latest firmware installed on your Onkyo AV receiver. Troubleshooting Case 1: If “No Update” is displayed on the front display of the AV receiver, it means that the firmware has already been updated. You do not need to do anything further.
7 8 9 10 11 12 13 Press RECEIVER followed by SETUP on the remote controller. The setup menu will be displayed on the TV screen. The procedures thereafter can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its SETUP, arrow and ENTER buttons. Troubleshooting Select “Hardware Setup” and press ENTER. Case 2: If an error occurs, “Error!! *-**” is displayed on the front display of the AV receiver. (Alpha-numeric characters on the front display are denoted by asterisks.
Connection Tips and Video Signal Path 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 components. Use the following sections as a guide. The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT MAIN. If your TV is connected to other video outputs, use the AV receiver’s display when changing settings.
■ “Monitor Out” set to “Analog” Video input signals flow through the AV receiver as shown, with composite video, S-Video, and PC IN (Analog RGB) sources being upconverted for the component video output. Use this setting if you connect the AV receiver’s COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT to your TV. Composite video is upconverted to S-Video and S-Video is downconverted to composite video. Note that these conversions only apply to the MONITOR OUT V and S outputs, not the VCR/DVR OUT V and S outputs.
Video Resolution Chart The following tables show how video signals at different resolutions are output by the AV receiver.
Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder p, which stands for Remote Interactive over HDMI, is the name of the system control function found on Onkyo components. The AV receiver can be used with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which allows system control over HDMI and is part of the HDMI standard. CEC provides interoperability between various components, however, operation with components other than p-compatible components cannot be guaranteed.
■ How to connect and setup 1 3 Confirm the connecting and setting. 1. Connect the HDMI OUT MAIN jack to the HDMI input jack of the TV. Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, etc. HDMI connection AV receiver DIGITAL AUDIO connection (OPTICAL) HDMI connection TV, projector, etc. 2. Connect the audio output from the TV to the OPTICAL IN 2 jack of the AV receiver using an optical digital cable.
About HDMI Designed to meet the increased demands of digital TV, HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a new digital interface standard for connecting TVs, projectors, Blu-ray Disc/DVD players, set-top boxes, and other video components. Until now, several separate video and audio cables have been required to connect AV components.
Network/USB Features Connecting to the Network Network Requirements The following diagram shows how you can connect the AV receiver to your home network. In this example, it’s connected to a LAN port on a router, which has a 4-port 100Base-TX switch built-in. Internet radio Modem WAN LAN Router ■ Ethernet Network For the best results, a 100Base-TX switched Ethernet network is recommended.
Server Requirements ■ Server playback The AV receiver can play digital music files stored on a computer or media server and supports the following technologies: • Windows Media Player 11 • Windows Media Player 12 • Windows Media Connect 2.0 • DLNA-certified media server If the operating system of your computer is Windows Vista, Windows Media Player 11 is already installed. Windows Media Player 11 for Windows XP can be downloaded for free from the Microsoft web site.
Supported Audio File Formats For server playback and playback from a USB device, the AV receiver supports the following music file formats. Variable bit-rate (VBR) files are supported. However, playback time may not be display correctly. ■ LPCM (Linear PCM) • Sampling rates of 8 kHz, 11.025 kHz, 12 kHz, 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 64 kHz, 88.2 kHz, and 96 kHz are supported. • Quantization bit: 8 bit, 16 bit, 24 bit * Only for playback via network.
Specifications (TX-NR5009) Amplifier Section Tuner Section Rated Output Power All channels: FM Tuning Frequency Range (North American) 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz (Others) 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz, RDS AM Tuning Frequency Range 522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz Preset Channel 40 (North American) 145 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.
■ Audio Inputs Digital Analog Multichannel Inputs Optical: 3 (Rear), 1(Front) Coaxial: 3 BD/DVD, MULTI CH, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, PC, TV/CD, PHONO, AUX 7.1 ■ Audio Outputs Analog VCR/DVR, PRE OUT, ZONE2 PRE/LINE OUT, ZONE3 PRE/LINE OUT Analog Multichannel Pre Outputs 9 Subwoofer Pre Outputs 2 Speaker Outputs Main (L, R, C, SL, SR, SBL/Z3L, SBR/Z3R) + Front Wide/ZONE2 (L, R) + Front High (L, R) Phones 1 (6.
Specifications (TX-NR3009) Amplifier Section Tuner Section Rated Output Power All channels: FM Tuning Frequency Range (North American) 87.5 MHz - 107.9 MHz (Others) 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz, RDS AM Tuning Frequency Range 522/530 kHz - 1611/1710 kHz Preset Channel 40 (North American) 140 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.
■ Audio Outputs Analog VCR/DVR, PRE OUT, ZONE2 PRE/LINE OUT, ZONE3 PRE/LINE OUT Analog Multichannel Pre Outputs 9 Subwoofer Pre Outputs 2 Speaker Outputs Main (L, R, C, SL, SR, SBL/Z3L, SBR/Z3R) + Front Wide/ZONE2 (L, R) + Front High (L, R) Phones 1 (6.3 ø) ■ Others Setup Mic RS232 Universal Port RI USB Ethernet IR Input IR Output 12 V Trigger Out 1 1 1 1 1 (Front)/1 (Rear) 1 1 1 2 Specifications and features are subject to change without notice.
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