Contents Before using Audio Video Karaoke Control Receiver TX-SE550 Instruction Manual Important Safeguards........................ 2 Precautions ....................................... 3 Features............................................. 4 Supplied accessories......................... 4 Before operating this unit ................. 5 Preparation Audio equipment connections .......... 6 Video equipment connections .......... 7 Connecting other devices ................. 8 Connecting speakers...........
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING AVIS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR 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 product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
Precautions 1. Warranty Claim You can find the serial number on the rear panel of this unit. In case of warranty claim, please report this number. 2. Recording Copyright Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is illegal without permission of the copyright holder. 3. AC Fuse The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user-serviceable. If power does not come on, contact your Onkyo authorized service station. 4.
Features Supplied accessories Amplifier Features Check that the following accessories are supplied with this unit. ■ 100 Watts MAXIMUM POWER to each of the five channels into 6 ohms at 1 kHz (EIAJ) — enough solid, clean power to drive your home theater speakers with authority and produce dynamically rich music, even at low volume levels, and more than enough for a thrilling home theater experience in most entertainment rooms.
Before operating this unit Setting the AM tuning step frequency (Worldwide models only) 10kHz 9kHz Worldwide models are equipped with a switch that controls the AM band tuning steps. Please set this switch to match the AM band tuning step frequency in your area. U.S.A.
Audio equipment connections • On each pair of input jacks, a red connector (marked R) corresponds to the right • • • Audio connection cable channel, and a white connector (marked L) to the left channel. Please refer to the instruction manual of each component when making any connections. This receiver is designed for use with turntables using moving magnet cartridges. Insert the plugs and connectors securely.
Video equipment connections • On each pair of input jacks, a red connector (marked R) corresponds to the right • • Audio connection cable channel, and a white connector (marked L) to the left channel. A yellow connector (marked V) is used for video connection. Please refer to the instruction manual of each component when making any connections.
Connecting other devices • On each pair of input jacks, a red connector (marked R) corresponds to the right • • Audio connection cable channel, and a white connector (marked L) to the left channel. A yellow connector (marked V) is used for video connection. Please refer to the instruction manual of each component when making any connections. L (Left) L R (Right) R Video connection cable V (Video) V Monaural audio cable (mono) decoder with 5.1 channel output You may connect the 5.
Connecting other devices AC outlet connection SUB WOOFER PRE OUT ANTENNA AM R L FRONT SPEAKERS A MULT I CHANNEL I NPUT L R DIGITAL 2 (COAXIAL) FRONT (REC) OUT TAPE L L R R CENTER SPEAKER DIGITAL 1 (OPTICAL) SURROUND MONITOR OUT (PLAY) IN You can connect the power cord from another audio device to the rear of this receiver.
Connecting speakers • If you want to use the surround effects, connect surround speakers. For the best results, connect a center speaker. • Use FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals to connect a second pair of front speakers. • This receiver is designed to produce optimum sound quality when speakers with impedances within the specified ranges are connected. Please check the following information and choose speakers with appropriate impedances for the connections. FRONT SPEAKERS: A or B: 6 ohms min.
Positioning speakers Positioning speakers Speaker placement plays an important role in the reproduction of Surround sound. The placement of the speakers varies depending on the size of the room and the wall coverings used in the room. The illustration shows an example of a layout for standard speaker placement. Refer to this example when you position the speakers in order to experience the best of Surround sound.
Making antenna connections Connecting the antenna cable to the 75/300 ohm antenna adapter (Worldwide models) Outdoor antenna Indoor antenna 300 ohms ribbon wire 1 2 3 ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ ✦✦ ✦ ✦ ✦ 6 3 6 mm mm mm Slit B 15mm Connecting the 300 ohm ribbon wire: Loosen the screws and wrap the wire around these screws. Then tighten the screws with a screwdriver. Connecting the coaxial cable: 1. With your fingernail or a small screwdriver, press the stoppers outward and remove the cover. 2.
Making antenna connections Connecting the included antennas ANTENNA AM Connecting the T-shaped FM antenna: The T-shaped FM antenna is for indoor use only. Extend the antenna and move it in various directions until the clearest signal is received. Fix it with push pins or similar implements in the position that will cause the least amount of distortion. If the reception is not very clear with the attached T-shaped FM antenna, the use of an outdoor antenna is recommended.
Speaker setup PARAMETER SELECTOR/ PARAMETER CONTROLLER buttons Use these buttons to set the speaker parameters, such as the type and distance.
Speaker setup 6 PARAMETER SELECTOR PARAMETER CONTROLLER PARAMETER SELECTOR 7 PARAMETER CONTROLLER PARAMETER SELECTOR 8 PARAMETER CONTROLLER 9, 10 PARAMETER SELECTOR dB or dB PARAMETER CONTROLLER 11 PARAMETER SELECTOR PARAMETER CONTROLLER 6. Press the PARAMETER SELECTOR® button to display the front speaker position parameter, and press the PARAMETER CONTROLLER √/® button repeatedly to set the distance value from your listening position to the front speaker.
Selecting a sound source Follow the steps below to select a device to play the sound source. 2. Make sure that the SPEAKERS A indicator is lit on the display. If it is not lit, press the SPEAKERS A button. (Refer to the “Speakers selector” section on the page 18 for more details.) 4. Adjust the volume to an appropriate level. These controls allow you to adjust the volume of the Front, Center, Surround speakers and subwoofer simultaneously. Turning the control clockwise increases the volume level.
Selecting a sound source When Multi channel input is selected as a source 1 Follow the steps below to adjust the level of each speaker if you have selected MULTI-CH INPUT. SENDING/ LEARNED POWER SLEEP DIMMER SUR MODE TEST TONE DVD INPUT SELECTOR VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2 MULTI-CH INPUT TAPE TUNER PHONO CD LEARN PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO POWER CH VOLUME POWER TV/VCR GROUP CD DISC 1. Press MULTI-CH INPUT button on the remote controller. You cannot select any Surround mode. 2.
Selecting a sound source Speakers selector (SPEAKERS A, B) SPEAKERS A: This button turns on or off the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS A, CENTER SPEAKER, SURROUND SPEAKERS and SUBWOOFER terminals. When you select Dolby Pro Logic, Hall, Live, or Multi-CH INPUT, be sure to turn on SPEAKERS A. When the speakers are turned on, the SPEAKERS A indicator lights up. SPEAKERS B: This button turns on or off the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals.
Selecting a sound source Sleep function (Remote controller only) The sleep timer can turn off the power to the system after a specified time period. To set up this function, use the remote controller supplied with this receiver. 1. Start playing the source you would like to listen to (CD, tape, or radio broadcast). 2. Press the SLEEP button repeatedly to set the duration of time after which you want the system to turn off. The longest timer value you can set is 90 minutes.
To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode 2. SURROUND MODE button This button allows you to select a Surround mode. MIDNIGHT THEATER button Use this button to play sound in Dolby Digital mode (refer to page 21). VOLUME knob Use this knob to adjust the volume level.
To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode Selecting a Surround mode SURROUND MODE When you play a DOLBY DIGITAL source: Dolby Pro Logic Dolby Digital Live Dolby Digital (Stereo) Hall Arena Stereo 1. Press an Input Selector button to select the desired sound source. 2. Press the SURROUND MODE button repeatedly until the desired Surround mode name appears. The display changes in the order shown on left each time you press the button.
Karaoke function 6. VOCAL CANCEL button OFF: The Vocal Cancel function is turned off and the entire sound is played. V. CANCEL: Vocal parts are muted. MPX L ch (Multiplex Left Channel): Used for multi-channel Karaoke software. Lch signals are output from the L/R channel. MPX R ch (Multiplex Right Channel): Used for multi-channel Karaoke software. Rch signals are output from the L/R channel. 5. KARAOKE button Use this button for the Karaoke function. 8.
Karaoke function 2 MIC 1 1 MULTI CH INPUT DVD ¢ ,Q¢ Q , VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 3 FM Karaoke operation AM PHONO All you need to enjoy karaoke with the TX-SE550 is a dynamic microphone. The karaoke function can also cancel the vocals on your favorite songs. The amount of cancellation depends on the source material. Vocal cancellation is not possible with mono sources, and also cannot be used when the MULTI-CH INPUT button is pressed.
Tuning in a radio station √ TUNING ® DIRECT TUNING MASTER VOLUME STANDBY/ON PARAMETER SELECTOR STANDBY KEY CONTROL POWER ON PARAMETER CONTROLLER VOCAL CANCEL SCAN 1 GROUP 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 /10 DIRECT TUNING TUNING OFF 1 MIC LEVEL A SPEAKERS B ECHO LEVEL 2 SURROUND MODE MIDNIGHT THEATER MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE Re-EQ KARAOKE CLEAR MAX MIN PHONES 1 MAX MIN 2 MIC MIN BASS TREBLE MAX MULTI CH INPUT 3-D BASS VIDEO 1 DVD VIDEO 2 TAPE(MONITOR) FM AM PHONO CD A/V
Using preset radio stations SCAN GROUP AM FM SENDING/ LEARNED POWER MASTER VOLUME STANDBY/ON PARAMETER SELECTOR SLEEP DIMMER SUR MODE TEST TONE DVD INPUT SELECTOR VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2 MULTI-CH INPUT TAPE TUNER PHONO CD LEARN TUNER PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO POWER CH VOLUME STANDBY KEY CONTROL POWER ON POWER PARAMETER CONTROLLER VOCAL CANCEL SCAN 1 GROUP 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 /10 TUNING DIRECT TUNING GROUP OFF 1 MIC LEVEL A SPEAKERS B ECHO LEVEL 2 SURROUND MODE MIDNIGHT
Recording a source 1 Recording an audio source 2 MASTER VOLUME STANDBY/ON PARAMETER SELECTOR STANDBY KEY CONTROL POWER ON VOCAL CANCEL PARAMETER CONTROLLER SCAN 1 GROUP 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 /10 DIRECT TUNING TUNING OFF 1 MIC LEVEL ECHO LEVEL 2 A SPEAKERS B SURROUND MODE MIDNIGHT THEATER MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE Re-EQ KARAOKE CLEAR MAX MIN PHONES 1 MAX MIN MIC 2 MIN BASS TREBLE MAX MULTI CH INPUT 3-D BASS DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 TAPE(MONITOR) FM AM PHONO CD A/V K
Recording a source Recording data from a video disc player (or a video camcorder) to VCR 1 MASTER VOLUME STANDBY/ON PARAMETER SELECTOR Video disc programs can be recorded onto a VCR (VIDEO-2). STANDBY KEY CONTROL POWER ON PARAMETER CONTROLLER VOCAL CANCEL SCAN 1 GROUP 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 TUNING DIRECT TUNING 0 /10 OFF 1 MIC LEVEL A SPEAKERS B ECHO LEVEL 2 SURROUND MODE MIDNIGHT THEATER 1.
Programming remote controller codes Universal Programmable Remote Controller RC-386M If you are using another manufacturer’s product that has a remote controller, you can memorize that component’s codes into the RC-386M. NOTE: • The commands of Onkyo cassette tape decks and the CD player are already stored at the TAPE and CD positions of the remote controller. • This remote controller uses infrared rays.
Programming remote controller codes Leaning new controller codes 1 SENDING/ LEARNED POWER SLEEP SUR MODE TEST TONE DIMMER DVD INPUT SELECTOR VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2 MULTI-CH INPUT TAPE TUNER PHONO CD LEARN LEARN button 4 2 Light 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 inch) 1. Press the LEARN button. 2. Place the head of your old remote controller 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) from the head of the RC-386M, laying both units on a table or a flat surface. 3.
Troubleshooting guide If a problem occurs while you are using the remote controller, first try to operate the front panel controls on the main unit to make sure that it is not due to a malfunction (or worn out batteries) in the remote controller. Trouble Cause No power. • • Power on but no sound. • • • • • No sound from the center speaker, or very minimal sound. Hum, low-frequency noise. Howling when the volume is turned up. Rough or scratchy sound. High range is not clear.
Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION Maximum Power output (EIAJ) Total Harmonic Distortion: IM Distortion: Damping Factor: Input Sensitivity and Impedance PHONO: LINE (CD, TAPE, DVD, VIDEO-1, 2): MULTICHANNEL INPUT (FRONT L/R, SURROUND L/R, CENTER): (SUBWOOFER): DIGITAL-2 (COAXIAL): VIDEO IN (DVD, VIDEO-1, 2): Output Level and Impedance Rec out (TAPE, VIDEO-2): Pre out (SUBWOOFER): VIDEO OUT (VIDEO-2, MONITOR): Phono Overload: Frequency Response: RIAA Deviation: Tone Control Bass: Treble: Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Control positions and names 2 1 3 5 6 4 7 8 10 9 11 12 MASTER VOLUME STANDBY/ON PARAMETER SELECTOR STANDBY KEY CONTROL POWER ON PARAMETER CONTROLLER VOCAL CANCEL SCAN 1 GROUP 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 /10 9 DIRECT TUNING TUNING OFF 1 MIC LEVEL A SPEAKERS B ECHO LEVEL 2 SURROUND MODE MIDNIGHT THEATER MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE Re-EQ KARAOKE CLEAR MAX MIN 1 PHONES MAX MIN MIC MIN BASS TREBLE MAX MULTI CH INPUT 2 3-D BASS VIDEO 1 DVD TAPE(MONITOR) VIDEO 2 FM AM
Remote controller RC-386M 11 SENDING/ LEARNED 1 2 3 POWER 12 SLEEP DIMMER SUR MODE TEST TONE DVD INPUT SELECTOR VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2 MULTI-CH INPUT TAPE TUNER PHONO CD 13 14 LEARN 15 PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO POWER CH VOLUME POWER TV/VCR 4 GROUP DISC CD TUNER PRESET 16 TAPE 5 17 DVD 6 18 CH SEL 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. KARAOKE 7 8 9 20.
Using the remote controller Listening to the radio SENDING/ LEARNED POWER 1 SLEEP DIMMER DVD INPUT SELECTOR VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2 MULTI-CH INPUT TAPE TUNER PHONO CD LEARN PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO POWER CH VOLUME POWER TV/VCR GROUP 2 1. Press the TUNER button. 2. Press the GROUP button to select the desired GROUP. 3. Use the PRESET buttons to select the desired station.
Using the remote controller Using an Onkyo DVD player SENDING/ LEARNED POWER 1 SLEEP DIMMER SUR MODE TEST TONE DVD INPUT SELECTOR VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2 MULTI-CH INPUT TAPE TUNER PHONO CD LEARN PROGRAMMABLE AREA TV/VIDEO POWER CH VOLUME POWER TV/VCR GROUP TUNER PRESET CD DISC TAPE DVD 2 These buttons enable you to control ONKYO DVD players that can be remotely controlled. (Refer to page 9.) 1. Press the DVD button. 2. Press the transport buttons.
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