Product Sheet

TX-NR838
7.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver
Calle 10 No. 133 Col. Granjas San Antonio Del. Iztapalapa C.P. 09070 Mexico, D.F. MEXICO Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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of this device with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance. Android is a trademark of Google Inc. InstaPrevue and the InstaPrevue logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Silicon Image, Inc. in the United States and other countries. MHL, the MHL logo, and Mobile High-
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Dolby Atmos
®
Multidimensional Sound
Onkyo is among the rst to introduce Dolby Atmos sound
to home theaters. Dolby Atmos uses object-oriented mixing
techniques to layer independent audio elements through
discrete channels, placing and moving sound effects above
and around the listener with astonishing realism. The format
adapts to any home theater layout augmented by two or
more in-ceiling height speakers or Dolby Atmos-enabled
front speakers to bring sound alive from all directions.
Onkyo Sound is Emotion, Delivered
Drivers don’t judge sports cars on top speed alone. Acceleration,
cornering, and braking are equally important. It’s the same with
A/V receivers—wattage is an indication of loudness, not sound
quality. The real test is current. High instantaneous current
enhances speaker control for accurate and musical audio
reproduction, from delicate piano passages to the full-throated
roar of an orchestra. It’s the cornerstone of our amplication
philosophy, and no one can match Onkyo for dynamic driving
power. We don’t just translate signals into sound. We create
sound you can feel.
Engineered for Pure Exhilaration
High current is achieved with Wide Range Amplier Technology
(WRAT). The design is built around a custom high-output transformer,
customized 15,000 μF capacitors, and low-impedance copper
bus-plates. Three-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry amplication
features a discrete low-impedance output stage with high-current
transistors for instantaneous power and extremely low distortion. The
culmination of over 60 years’ audio engineering know-how, WRAT
preserves the life and character of the master recording.
THX
®
Select2
™
Plus for Reference-Level Sound
THX certication guarantees the same high volume, low-
distortion sound you experience in a multiplex theater. Your
TX-NR838 receiver passed more than 2,000 laboratory tests
to ensure every aspect of audio performance meets THX
standards for theater-reference sound. THX Select2 Plus is
recommended for screen-to-seat viewing distances of 10-12
feet (3-4 meters).
Pure Direct Analog Path for Interference-Free
Hi-fi Amplification
Pure Direct Analog Path mode brings higher delity to vinyl,
SACD, or CD playback via your home theater. With this
mode engaged, every digital circuit is physically shut down to
prevent interference. Signals pass directly from the phono or
analog audio inputs to the ampliers and arrive at your front
loudspeakers in pure analog form. The improvement in audio
quality is quite dramatic, with the rich tonal character of your
LPs shining through. This mode lets your A/V receiver double
a dedicated all-analog hi- stereo amplier.
Latest HDMI
®
for 4K/60 Hz Video and HDCP 2.2
All HDMI terminals (except Input 5/6) feature the latest
HDMI supporting 4K video at 60 frames per second and
21:9 theater aspect. Now you can add enveloping surround-
sound to next-generation Ultra HD games and video
for truly breathtaking entertainment. The TX-NR838 also
supports HDCP 2.2 copy protection, which is essential for
viewing future premium streamed and broadcast Ultra HD
and Full HD content.
4K Video Upscaling with Qdeo
™
Technology
The TX-NR838 features Qdeo
™
video processing technology
to upscale low-resolution video to liquid-smooth 1080p (for
HDTV) and 4K for compatible displays. This means video
from older games and DVDs looks sharp and clean, giving
your old favorites a new lease on life.
Share Your HD Video Sources in Two Zones
Use the HDMI Sub Out to connect a second display in
another room. This allows you to route 1080p content from
the media players connected to your receiver and play it
back on another TV with easy smartphone control.
Wi-Fi
®
and Bluetooth Inside
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technology are built in. Download our
free app and you’ve got a graphic remote control with a
range of streaming options in the palm of your hand, or pair
your Bluetooth-capable device and send almost any audio
to your home theater. With Advanced Music Optimizer
enhancement, music via Bluetooth never sounded so good.
Stream Music from Smartphone and Tablet
For lossless audio streaming, tap on the Onkyo Remote App
icon on your smartphone to nd your music loaded and
ready with familiar song organization and playback controls.
You can also browse and stream millions of tracks on a
variety of internet radio services from within the app.
Stream Network-Attached Hi-res Music via
Remote App
You can also use the app to locate and stream your 192/24
and 96/24 hi-res albums (including 5.6 MHz DSD) via DLNA.
Bask in the extraordinary clarity, depth, and detail of high-
resolution music.
Powered Multi-Zone Audio and Bi-Amping
Powered Zone 2 speaker terminals let you power audio in
another room equipped with speakers, controlling content
in both zones via smartphone. You can also assign surround
back channels to bi-amp your front loudspeakers.
AccuEQ Room Calibration
AccuEQ optimizes surround-sound and two-channel audio
to suit your listening space. In particular, AccuEQ extracts
the best possible performance from your front speakers
to make stereo listening more dynamic and exciting. The
system analyzes speaker setup and room acoustics from one
listening position (which simplies the calibration process)
and optimizes frequency response and output levels for
maximum clarity.
SPECIFICATIONS
Amplier Section
Power Output
All Channels 130 W/Ch (8 Ohms, 20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.08%
THD, 2 Channels Driven)
Dynamic Power
300 W (3 Ohms, Front)
250 W (4 Ohms, Front)
150 W (8 Ohms, Front)
THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise)
0.08% (20 Hz–20 kHz, Half Power)
Damping Factor
60 (Front, 1 kHz, 8 Ohms)
Input Sensitivity and Impedance
200 mV/47 k-ohms (Line)
2.5 mV/47 k-ohms (Phono MM)
Rated RCA Output Level and Impedance
200 mV/470 Ohms (Line Out)
Maximum RCA Output Level and Impedance
4.6 V/470 Ohms (Line Out)
Phono Overload
70 mV (MM, 1 kHz, 0.5%)
Frequency Response
5 Hz–100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct Mode)
Tone Control
±10 dB, 20 Hz (Bass)
±10 dB, 20 kHz (Treble)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
106 dB (Line, IHF-A)
80 dB (Phono MM, IHF-A)
Speaker Impedance
4 Ohms – 16 Ohms or 6 Ohms – 16 Ohms
Video Section
Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance
Video 1.0 Vp–p/75 Ohms (Component Y)
0.7 Vp–p/75 Ohms (Component P
B
/C
B
, P
R
/C
R
)
1.0 Vp–p/75 Ohms (Composite)
Component Video Frequency Response
5 Hz–100 MHz/+0 dB, -3 dB
Tuner Section
Tuning Frequency Range
FM 87.5 MHz–107.9 MHz
AM 530 kHz–1,710 kHz
FM/AM Preset Memory
40 Stations
General
Power Supply
AC 120 V~, 60 Hz
Power Consumption
8.1 A
No-Sound Power Consumption
90 W
Standby Power Consumption
0.1 W
Dimensions (W x H x D)
17
1
/
8
˝ x 7
13
/
16
˝ x 15
3
/
4
˝
(435 x 198.5 x 400 mm)
(Height 10
5
/
16
˝ [261.2 mm] with antennas raised)
Weight
34.2 lbs. (15.5 kg)
CARTON
Dimensions (W x H x D)
22
11
/
16
˝ x 13
1
/
16
˝ x 20˝
(576 x 331 x 508 mm)
Weight
40.8 lbs. (18.5 kg)
UPC CODE
(B)
751398011610
Supplied Accessories
• Indoor FM antenna • AM loop antenna • Color labels for speaker
cables • Speaker setup microphone • Instruction manual • Remote
controller • AA (R6) batteries x 2