Onkyo HT-R940 Manual

Contents
Introduction ..................................... 2
7.1ch THX Certied Digital Surround Receiver and Speaker Package

Connection .................................... 19
HT-S990THX
AV Receiver (HT-R940) Front Speakers (SKF-940F) Center Speaker (SKC-940C) Surround Speakers (SKM-940S) Surround Back Speakers (SKB-940) Powered Subwoofer (SKW-940)
Turning On & First Time Setup..... 34 Basic Operation Playing your AV components ....... 37 Listening to the Radio .................. 39
Instruction Manual
Enjoying the Listening Modes ..... 45
Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo 7.1ch THX Certied Digital Surround Receiver and Speaker Package. 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 7.1ch THX Certied Digital Surround Receiver and Speaker Package. Please retain this manual for future reference.
Recording ...................................... 52
Advanced Operation ..................... 53
Troubleshooting ............................ 60 Specications................................ 64
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WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
AVIS
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR
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.
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 ampliers) 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 t 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 specied by the manufacturer. Use only with the cart, stand, PORTABLE CART WARNING tripod, bracket, or table specied 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 qualied 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 qualied 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 qualied 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 re or electric shock. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects lled 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 ue-like gap for warm air to escape.
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Precautions
1. Recording CopyrightUnless its for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder. 2. AC FuseThe AC fuse inside the unit is not userserviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact your Onkyo dealer. 3. CareOccasionally 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. Dont use abrasive cloths, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because they may damage the nish or remove the panel lettering. 4. Power WARNING BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Make sure that the voltage in your area meets the voltage requirements printed on the units rear panel (e.g., AC 230240 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz). The power cord plug is used to disconnect this unit from the AC power source. Make sure that the plug is readily operable (easily accessible) at all times. Pressing the [STANDBY/ON] button to select Standby mode does not fully shutdown the unit. If you do not intend to use the unit for an extended period, remove the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. Never Touch this Unit with Wet HandsNever handle this unit or its power cord while your hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid gets inside this unit, have it checked by your Onkyo dealer. 6. Handling Notes If you need to transport this unit, use the original packaging to pack it how it was when you originally bought it. Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit for a long time, because they may leave marks on the case. This units top and rear panels may get warm after prolonged use. This is normal. If you do not use this unit for a long time, it may not work properly the next time you turn it on, so be sure to use it occasionally.
For U.S. models

FCC Information for User
CAUTION:
The user changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For Canadian Models

NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. For models having a power cord with a polarized plug: CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
Modle pour les Canadien

REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMRIQUE DE
LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. Sur les modles dont la che est polarise: ATTENTION: POUR VITER LES CHOCS LECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQUAU FOND.
PrecautionsContinued For British models

Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualied service personnel.
Speaker Precautions
Placement
The speaker cabinets are made out of wood and are therefore sensitive to extreme temperatures and humidity, do not put them in locations subject to direct sunlight or in humid places, such as near an air conditioner, humidier, bathroom, or kitchen. Do not put water or other liquids close to the speakers. If liquid is spilled over the speakers, the drive units may be damaged. Speakers should only be placed on sturdy, at surfaces that are free from vibration. Putting them on uneven or unstable surfaces, where they may fall and cause damage, will affect the sound quality. Subwoofer is designed to be used in the upright vertical position only. Do not use it in the horizontal or tilted position. If the unit is used near a turntable, CD player or DVD player, howling or slipping of sound may occur. To prevent this, move the unit away from the turntable, CD player or DVD player otherwise lower the units output level.
IMPORTANT
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral Brown: Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
IMPORTANT
The plug is tted with an appropriate fuse. If the fuse needs to be replaced, the replacement fuse must approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 and have the same ampere rating as that indicated on the plug. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse. If the power cords plug is not suitable for your socket outlets, cut it off and t a suitable plug. Fit a suitable fuse in the plug.
Using Close to a TV or Computer

TVs and computer monitors are magnetically sensitive devices and as such are likely to suffer discoloration or picture distortion when conventional speakers are placed nearby. To prevent this, the SKF-940F and SKC940C feature internal magnetic shielding. In some situations, however, discoloration may still be an issue, in which case you should turn off your TV or monitor, wait 15 to 30 minutes, and then turn it back on again. This normally activates the degaussing function, which neutralizes the magnetic eld, thereby removing any discoloration effects. If discoloration problems persist, try moving the speakers away from your TV or monitor. Note that discoloration can also be caused by a magnet or demagnetizing tool thats too close to your TV or monitor.
For European Models

Declaration of Conformity
We, ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6, 82194 GROEBENZELL, GERMANY declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding technical standards such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and EN61000-3-2, -3-3. GROEBENZELL, GERMANY
K. MIYAGI
Input Signal Warning

The speakers can handle the specied input power when used for normal music reproduction. If any of the following signals are fed to them, even if the input power is within the specied rating, excessive current may ow in the speaker coils, causing burning or wire breakage: 1. Interstation noise from an untuned FM radio. 2. Sound from fast-forwarding a cassette tape. 3. High-pitched sounds generated by an oscillator, electronic musical instrument, and so on. 4. Amplier oscillation. 5. Special test tones from audio test CDs and so on. 6. Thumps and clicks caused by connecting or disconnecting audio cables (Always turn off your amplier before connecting or disconnecting cables.) 7. Microphone feedback.
ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited consumer uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
Package Contents
Make sure you have the following items:
AV receiver (HT-R940) Subwoofer (SKW-940)
(Red)
Remote controller & two batteries (AA/R6)
(White)
Speaker cable for front speakers 15 ft. (4.5 m)
Indoor FM antenna
(Green)
Speaker cable for center speaker 10 ft. (3 m)
AM loop antenna THX Ultimate Demo Disc
(Blue)
(Gray)
(Brown)
(Tan)
Speaker cables for surround speakers 30 ft. (9 m)
Front speakers (SKF-940F) RCA cable for subwoofer connection 10 ft. (3 m)
* In catalogs and on packaging, the letter at the end of the product name indicates the color. Specications and operation are the same regardless of color. Center speaker (SKC-940C)
Surround and Surround back speakers (SKM-940S/SKB-940)
Features
Amplier
7-channel amplier 110 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven at 1 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.9% WRAT (Wide Range Amplier Technology) Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry
*1 THX is a trademark of THX Ltd. THX may be registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved. Surround EX is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories. Used with permission. *2 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. *3 DTS, DTS 96/24, DTS-ES, and Neo:6 are trademarks of DTS, Inc. *4 Neural Surround name and related logos are trademarks owned by Neural Audio Corporation. *5 Re-Equalization and the Re-EQ logo are trademarks of THX Ltd.
Processing
THX*1 Surround EX Dolby*2 Digital EX and Dolby Pro Logic IIx DTS, DTS-ES Matrix/Discrete, DTS Neo:6, and DTS 96/24*3 Neural Surround*4 (North American models only) Re-EQ*5 Function Linear PCM 192 kHz/24-bit D/A converters on all channels Pure Audio listening mode (not North American model) Powerful and highly accurate 32-bit DSP processing
Audio/Video
HDTV-capable component video (3 inputs, 1 output) Composite and S-video to component video conversion 3 S-Video inputs, 2 outputs 4 assignable digital inputs (3 optical, 1 coaxial) Subwoofer pre out Color-coded 7.1 multichannel input for use with Super Audio CD and DVD-Audio A/B speaker drive Color-coded speaker terminal posts
Tuner
40 AM/FM presets AM/FM auto tuning RDS (Radio Data System) (Europe only)
THX Home Media Before any home theater component can be THX Home Mediacertied, it must incorporate all the features above and also pass a rigorous series of quality and performance tests. Only then can a product feature the THX logo, which is your guarantee that the Home Theatre products you purchase will give you superb performance for many years to come. THX Home Media requirements cover every aspect of the product including pre-amplier performance and operation, and hundreds of other parameters in both the digital and analog domain.
Remote Controller
Preprogrammed for use with other AV components
Speaker
Color-coded banana-plug compatible speaker posts and speaker cables Subwoofer Auto standby function Magnetically shielded front and center speakers
Getting Started in Five Easy Steps
1.
Hookup
Connect the AV receiver to your AV system.
page 19
AM
ANTENNA
FM 75
SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS
SURROUND SPEAKERS
FRONT SPEAKERS A
CENTER SPEAKER
DIGITAL IN COA XIAL OPTICAL 1
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
Y VIDEO 2 PB VIDEO 1 DVD MONITOR OUT
AC OUTLET
AC 120V 60Hz SWITCHED 120W 1A MAX.
PR
S
FRONT SPEAKERS B PRE OUT
SURROUND CENTER SURR BACK
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
FRONT
IN
OUT
IN
IN
L L
REMOTE CONTROL
SUB WOOFER
AV RECEIVER
R R R R
SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
2.
Turning On
With the hookup complete, youre ready to switch on.
page 34
3.
First Time Setup
A few simple settings to get the very best from your system.
page 35
Digital Input Input Display
4.
Playing Your AV Components
Enjoying movies and music.
page 37
5.
Using the Listening Modes
Time to really enjoy your home theater system!
page 45
Enjoying Home Theater

Speaker Sets A and B
You can use two sets of speakers with the AV receiver: speaker set A and speaker set B. Speaker set A should be used in your main listening room for up to 7.1-channel playback.
*While speaker set B is on, speaker set A is reduced to 5.1-channel playback.
Speaker set B can be used in another room and offers 2-channel stereo playback.
*Only analog input sources are output by speaker set B. Speaker set A
AV receiver
SPEAKERS A B
Speaker set B On Off
Indicator
Output Set A: 5.1 channels Set B: 2 channels Set A: 7.1 channels Set B: 2 channels No sound
Remote controller
On or Off
A A
B B
On Off
Speaker Set A: Main Room

Front left and right speakers (SKF-940F) 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 equally spaced from the TV. Angle them inward.
Center speaker (SKC-940C) This speaker enhances the front left and right speakers, making sound movements distinct and providing a full sound image. For 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
Surround left and right speakers (SKM-940S) 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 equally spaced from the listener.
Subwoofer (SKW-940) The subwoofer handles the bass sounds of the LFE (Low-Frequency Effects) channel. In general, a good bass sound can be obtained by installing the subwoofer in a front corner, or at one-third the way along the wall, as shown.
1/3 wall length
Speaker Set B: Sub Room
Surround back left and right speakers (SKB-940) These speakers further enhance the realism of surround sound and improve sound localization behind the listener. Position them behind the listener about 23 feet (60100 cm) above ear level. THX recommends that they be placed as close as possible in order to make advantage of their proprietary ASA (Advanced Speaker Array) technology. If this condition is not possible, adjust the SB Spc (Surround Back Spacing) setting via the THX Audio (see page 51).
* While speaker set B is on, these speakers output no sound.
Contents
Introduction
Important Safety Instructions ....................2 Precautions .................................................3 Speaker Precautions ..................................4 Package Contents .......................................5 Features .......................................................6 Enjoying Home Theater ..............................8
Speaker Sets A and B ...................................8
Basic Operation
Playing Your AV Components ................ 37
Basic AV Receiver Operation ..................... 37 Using the Multichannel DVD Input.............. 38 Displaying Source Information.................... 38
Listening to the Radio.............................. 39

Listening to AM/FM stations ....................... 39 Presetting Radio Stations ........................... 40
Common Functions.................................. 43
Setting the Display Brightness.................... 43 Adjusting the Bass and Treble.................... 43 Muting the AV Receiver .............................. 43 Using the Sleep Timer ................................ 44 Using Headphones ..................................... 44 Adjusting Speaker Levels ........................... 44
Getting to Know the AV Receiver ............10 Remote Controller.....................................13 Speakers ....................................................18
Connection
Connecting Your Speakers ......................19 Connecting Antennas ...............................20 Connecting Your Components ................22
About AV Connections ................................22 Connecting Audio and Video Signals to the AV Receiver ....................................23 Which Connections Should I Use?..............23 TV or Projector ..........................................24 DVD player .................................................25 VCR or DVD Recorder for Playback ...........27 VCR or DVD Recorder for Recording..........28 Camcorder, Games Console, or Other Device.........................................28 Satellite, Cable, Set-top box, or Other Video Source ..............................29 CD Player or Turntable................................30 HDD-compatible Component ......................31 Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder ...........................................32 Connecting the Power Cord of Another Component ...............................................32 Connecting Onkyo Components..........33 Connecting the Power Cord ........................33
Enjoying the Listening Modes

Using the Listening Modes...................... 45
Selecting Listening Modes.......................... 45 About the Listening Modes ......................... 47 Using the Late Night Function .................... 49 Using the Re-EQ ........................................ 49 Using the Audio Adjust Settings ................. 49 Using the THX Audio Settings .................... 51
Recording.................................................. 52
Advanced Operation
Advanced Setup ....................................... 53
Advanced Speaker Settings ....................... 53 Digital Input Signal Formats ....................... 56 Correcting Sound and Picture Sync ........... 56
Controlling Other Components............... 57

Entering Remote Control Codes................. 57 Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via .............. 58 Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons ........... 58 Resetting the Remote Controller ................ 58
Turning On & First Time Setup

Turning On the AV Receiver ....................34 First Time Setup ........................................35
Assigning Digital Inputs to Input Sources ....35 Changing the Input Display .........................35 Component Video Setup .............................36
Troubleshooting ....................................... 60
If you cant resolve an issue, try resetting the AV receiver by holding down the [VIDEO 1] button and pressing the [STANDBY/ON] button.
Specifications ........................................... 64
Getting to Know the AV Receiver

Front Panel
North American Model
1 2
6
TUNING PRESET
7
MASTER VOLUME
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
ENTER
MULTI CH
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP
VCR VIDEO 3 INPUT PHONES

SPEAKERS A B TONE THX LISTENING MODE DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT DIMMER MEMORY TUNING MODE VIDEO L AUDIO R
CLEAR
8
Other Models
K L
M N OP Q R S
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
ENTER
PURE AUDIO
MULTI CH
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP

SPEAKERS A B TONE THX LISTENING MODE DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT RT/RTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE VIDEO L AUDIO R
CLEAR
U
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
O (European model only)

F Arrow/TUNING/PRESET and ENTER buttons
When AM or FM is selected, the TUNING [ ] [ ] buttons are used for radio tuning, and the PRESET [ ] [ ] buttons are used to select radio presets (see page 40). With the setup menus, they work as arrow buttons and are used to select and set items. The ENTER button is also used with the setup menus.
A STANDBY/ON button (34)

Sets the AV receiver to On or Standby.
B STANDBY indicator (34)

Lights up when the AV receiver is on Standby and ashes while a signal is being received from the remote controller.
C Remote-control sensor (13)

Receives control signals from the remote controller.
G MASTER VOLUME control (37)

Sets the volume of the AV receiver to dB, 83 dB through +16 dB (relative display). The volume level can also be displayed as an absolute value. See Vol Display on page 51.
D Display
See Display on page 11.
E Input selector buttons (37)

Select the input sources. The [MULTI CH] button selects the multichannel DVD input.
H PHONES jack (44)

This 1/4-inch phone jack is for connecting a standard pair of stereo headphones for private listening.
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Getting to Know the AV ReceiverContinued

I SPEAKERS A and B buttons (8, 37)
Turn speaker sets A and B on or off.
P MEMORY button (40)

Used when storing or deleting radio presets.
J TONE, [], and [+] buttons (43)

Used to adjust the bass and treble.
Q TUNING MODE button (39)

Selects the Auto or Manual tuning mode for AM and FM radio.
K THX button (45)

Selects the THX listening mode.
R RETURN button
Selects the previously displayed setup menu.
L LISTENING MODE [ ]/[ ] buttons (45)

Select the listening modes.
S SETUP button
Used to access the setup menus.
M DISPLAY button (38)

Displays various information about the currently selected input source.
T VIDEO 3 INPUT (28, 52)

Used to connect a camcorder, games console, and so on. There are jacks for composite video and analog audio.
N DIGITAL INPUT button (35, 56)

Used to assign the digital inputs and to specify the format of digital input signals.
U PURE AUDIO button and indicator (45)

The North American model doesnt have this button and indicator. Selects the Pure Audio listening mode. The indicator lights up when this mode is selected.
O DIMMER or RT/PTY/TP button (42, 43)

Adjusts the display brightness. On the European model, this is the RT/PTY/TP button, and its used with RDS (Radio Data System). See Using RDS (European Models Only) on page 41.
Display
5
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.
6
RDS (European models only) (41): Lights up when tuned to a radio station that supports RDS (Radio Data System). MEMORY (40): Lights up when presetting radio stations. FM STEREO (39): Lights up when tuned to a stereo FM station.
1 A and B speaker indicators (8, 37)

Indicator A lights up when speaker set A is on. Indicator B lights up when speaker set B is on.
2 MUTING indicator (43)

Flashes while the AV receiver is muted.
3 Listening mode and format indicators (45)

Show the selected listening mode and the format of digital audio signals.
5 SLEEP indicator (44)

Lights up when the Sleep function has been set.
4 Radio indicators
TUNED (39): Lights up when tuned to a radio station. AUTO (39): For AM and FM radio, lights up when Auto Tuning is selected, and disappears when Manual Tuning mode is selected.
6 Message area
Displays various information about the selected input source.
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Getting to Know the AV ReceiverContinued

Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6
AM
ANTENNA
FM 75
SURROUND SPEAKERS
FRONT SPEAKERS A
CENTER SPEAKER
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
AC OUTLET
PR
S
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
FRONT
IN
OUT
IN
IN
L L
REMOTE CONTROL
SUB WOOFER
AV RECEIVER
R R R R
SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
8 9
A DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1, 2, 3, and COAXIAL

These optical and coaxial digital audio inputs are for connecting components with optical or coaxial digital audio outputs, such as CD and DVD players.
I TAPE IN/OUT
This analog audio input and output are for connecting a recorder with an analog audio input and output, such as a cassette deck, MD recorder, etc.
B COMPONENT VIDEO
A DVD player, TV, or other component that supports component video can be connected here.
J VIDEO 1 IN/OUT and VIDEO 2 IN

The VIDEO 1 inputs and outputs can be used to connect a VCR. The VIDEO 2 inputs can be used to connect another video source (e.g., cable/satellite receiver, set-top box, etc).
C AM ANTENNA
These push terminals are for connecting an AM antenna.
K DVD IN
These jacks can be used to connect a DVD player with an analog multichannel audio output for SACD and DVD-Audio playback.
D FM ANTENNA
This jack is for connecting an FM antenna.
E MONITOR OUT
The S-Video or composite video output should be connected to a video input on your TV or projector.
L SUBWOOFER PRE OUT

A powered subwoofer can be connected here.
F FRONT SPEAKERS A, SURROUND

SPEAKERS, CENTER SPEAKER, and SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS These terminal posts are for connecting speaker set A.
M FRONT SPEAKERS B
These push terminals are for connecting speaker set B.
N AC OUTLET
This switched AC outlet can be used to supply power to another AV component. The type of outlet depends on the country in which you purchased your AV receiver.
REMOTE CONTROL This Remote Interactive jack can be connected to the jack on another -capable Onkyo component. To use , you must make an analog audio connection (RCA) between the AV receiver and the other component, even if they are connected digitally. This analog audio input is for connecting a CD players analog audio output.
H CD IN
See pages 1933 for hookup information.
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Remote Controller
Installing the Batteries Aiming the Remote Controller
When using the remote controller, point it toward the AV receivers remote control sensor, as shown below.
Remote control sensor AV receiver STANDBY indicator
To open the battery compartment, press the small hollow and slide open the cover.
Insert the two supplied batteries (AA/R6) in accordance with the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment.
Approx. 16 ft. (5 m)
Slide the cover shut.
Notes: The remote controller may not work reliably if the AV receiver is subjected to bright light, such as direct sunlight or inverter-type uorescent lights. Keep this in mind when installing. If another remote controller of the same type is used in the same room, or the AV receiver is installed close to equipment that uses infrared rays, the remote controller may not work reliably. Dont put anything on top of the remote controller, such as a book or magazine, because a button may be pressed continuously, thereby draining the batteries. The remote controller may not work reliably if the AV receiver is installed in a rack behind colored glass doors. Keep this in mind when installing. The remote controller will not work if theres an obstacle between it and the AV receivers remote control sensor.
Notes: If the remote controller doesnt work reliably, try replacing the batteries. Dont mix new and old batteries or different types of batteries. If you intend not to use the remote controller for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion. Expired batteries should be removed as soon as possible to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion.
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Remote ControllerContinued
Using the Remote Controller
Including the AV receiver, the remote controller can be used to control up to seven different components. The remote controller has a specic operating mode for use with each type of component. Modes are selected by using the six REMOTE MODE buttons. RECEIVER/TAPE Mode In RECEIVER/TAPE mode, you can control the AV receiver and an Onkyo cassette recorder connected via . DVD and CD/MD/CDR/HDD Modes With these modes, you can control a DVD player and CD, MD, CDR, or HDD player or recorder. By entering the appropriate remote control code, you can control Onkyo components or components made by other manufacturers (see page 57). TV, VCR and SAT/CABLE Modes With these modes, you can control a TV, VCR, and satellite or cable receiver. You must enter the appropriate remote control code rst (see page 57).
RECEIVER/TAPE Mode
RECEIVER/TAPE mode is used to control the AV receiver. It can also be used to control an Onkyo cassette recorder connected via .
ON/STANDBY
RECEIVER
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
TAPE
1 2
1
V1
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
TAPE
INPUT SELECTOR
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
DVD
M D/CDR
3 1
D TUN
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
CD
HDD
10
11
+10
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
4
TV
--/---
L
VOL
TV INPUT
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
M N
2 5
GUIDE TOP MENU
PREVIOUS MENU
VCR
CABLE
SP A / B
MUTING
SAT
36
PLAYLIST/CAT
ENTER PLAYLIST/CAT
O
RETURN SETUP
1
REMOTE MODE
Press one of the REMOTE MODE buttons to select a mode.
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
4 8 9 J
LISTENING MODE STEREO SURROUND
CD
HDD
TV
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT TEST TONE CH SEL PLAY MODE DISPLAY VCR L NIGHT DVD Re-EQ HDD LEVELLEVEL+
VCR
CABLE
SAT
P Q
Use the buttons supported by that mode to control the component. RECEIVER/TAPE mode: see right column DVD mode: see page 16 CD/MD/CDR/HDD mode: see page 17 TV, VCR, SAT/CABLE modes: see page 59
RC-650M
Buttons 1, 2, 3, and 4 are used when the TUNER or TAPE input is selected.
Note: Some of the remote controller operations described in this manual may not work as expected with other components.
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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. Buttons used when the TUNER input is selected To select the Tuner (AM/FM) as the input source, press:
RECEIVER
A ON/STANDBY button (34)

Sets the AV receiver to On or Standby.
B INPUT SELECTOR buttons (37)

Used to select the input sources.
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TUNER
C MULTI CH button (38)

Selects the multichannel DVD input.
D DIMMER button (43)

Adjusts the display brightness.
1 Number and D TUN buttons (40)

Used to select AM and FM radio stations directly.
E SP A/B button (8, 37)

Used to turn speaker sets A and B on or off.
2 CH +/ button (40)
Used to select radio presets.
F Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons

Used to select and adjust settings.
3 Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons

For AM and FM, the Up and Down [ tons are used for tuning. ]/[ ] but-
G RETURN button
Selects the previously displayed setup menu.
H LISTENING MODE buttons (45)

Used to select the listening modes. These buttons work in all remote controller modes. STEREO button Selects the Stereo listening mode. SURROUND button Selects the Dolby and DTS listening modes and the Neural Surround listening mode (North American model only). [ ]/[ ] buttons Used to select the available listening modes.
Buttons used when the TAPE input is selected To select your Cassette deck as the input source, press:
RECEIVER
7
TAPE
4 Playback buttons
On twin cassette decks, only deck B can be controlled. Play [ ] button Starts playback. Stop [ ] button Stops playback. Reverse Play [ ] button Starts reverse playback. Rewind and FF [ ]/[ ] buttons The Rewind [ ] button starts rewind. The FF [ ] button starts fast forward.
I TEST TONE, CH SEL, LEVEL-, and LEVEL+

buttons (34, 44, 54) Used to adjust the level of each speaker.
J DISPLAY button (38)

Displays various information about the selected input source.
K REMOTE MODE buttons (14)

Used to select the remote controller modes. When a remote controller button is pressed, the REMOTE MODE button for the currently selected mode lights up.
L SLEEP button (44)

Used with the Sleep function.
M VOL [ ]/[ ] button (37)

Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver regardless of the currently selected remote controller mode.
N MUTING button (43)

Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver.
O SETUP button
Used to access the setup menus.
P Re-EQ button (49)

Used with the Re-EQ function.
Q L NIGHT button (49)

Used with the Late Night function.
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DVD Mode
By default, the remote controller is set to control an Onkyo DVD player. To select your DVD player as the input source, press:
RECEIVER
A ON/STANDBY button
Sets the DVD player to On or Standby.
B Number buttons
Used to enter title, chapter, and track numbers and times for locating specic points.
6
DVD
or
5
MULTI CH
C DISC +/ button
Selects discs on a DVD changer.
D TOP MENU button

Selects a DVDs top menu.
E Arrow [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons

Used to navigate DVD menus and the DVD players onscreen setup menus.
ON/STANDBY REMOTE MODE
F RETURN button
DVD
1 2
1
V1
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
Exits the DVD players onscreen setup menus.
INPUT SELECTOR
G Playback buttons
From left to right: Pause, Play, Stop, Fast Reverse, Fast Forward, Previous, and Next.
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
H SUBTITLE button
VCR
12
CABLE
8
TUNER
9
CD
Selects subtitles.
10
11
+10
D TUN
I AUDIO button
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
--/---
K
VOL
Selects foreign language soundtracks and audio formats (e.g., Dolby Digital or DTS).
TV INPUT
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
J DISPLAY button
Displays information about the current disc, title, chapter, or track, including elapsed time, remaining time, total time, and so on.
3 4
GUIDE TOP MENU
PREVIOUS MENU
L
SP A / B MUTING ENTER PLAYLIST/CAT PLAYLIST/CAT
K CLR button
Cancels functions and clears entered numbers.
5 6
RETURN
L MENU button
M
SETUP
Displays a DVDs menu.
M SETUP button
Used to access the DVD players onscreen setup menus.
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N RANDOM button
Used with the random playback function.
8 9 J
N O P Q
O REPEAT button
Used with the repeat playback functions.
P VCR, DVD, and HDD buttons

Used to select VCR, HDD (hard disk drive), or DVD playback on a VCR/DVD recorder with a built-in hard disk drive.
RC-650M
Q PLAY MODE button

Selects play modes on components with selectable play modes.
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CD/MD/CDR/HDD Mode
By default, the remote controller is set to control an Onkyo CD player. To select the input source, press:
9
CD
A ON/STANDBY button
Sets the component to On or Standby.
B Number buttons
Used to enter track numbers and times for locating specic points on CD/MD players.
CD player MD or CD recorder
2
V2
C DISC/ALBUM +/ button
Selects discs on a CD changer, or the next or previous album on an HDD-compatible component.
RECEIVER
7
TAPE
7
TAPE
or
Next generation HDDcompatible component
D Arrow [ ]/[ ] and ENTER buttons

Used to navigate menus on an HDD-compatible component.
* If youre using an MD, CDR, or HDD component, you must change the Input Display (see page 35).
E Playback buttons
From left to right: Pause, Play, Stop, Fast Reverse, Fast Forward, Previous and Next.
F DISPLAY button
1 2
1
V1
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
M D/CDR
INPUT SELECTOR
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
CD
HDD
Displays information about the current disc or track on a CD player or MD/CD recorder, including elapsed time, remaining time, total time, and so on. On an HDD-compatible component, it turns on the back light for 30 seconds.
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
G CLR button
Cancels functions and clears entered numbers on a CD player or MD/CD recorder.
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
10
11
+10
D TUN
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
H MENU button
--/---
G
VOL
3
INPUT
Used to navigate menus on an HDD-compatible component.
TV
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
I PLAYLIST [ ]/[ ] buttons
GUIDE TOP MENU
PREVIOUS MENU
8 9
Selects the previous or next playlist on an HDDcompatible component.
SP A / B
MUTING
J RANDOM button
Used with the random/shufe playback function.
ENTER PLAYLIST/CAT PLAYLIST/CAT
K REPEAT button
Used with the repeat playback functions.
SETUP
RETURN
L PLAY MODE button

Used to select play modes on components with selectable play modes.
E
J K L
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Speakers
Subwoofer (SKW-940)
For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. Front
A Standby/on indicator
Red: Subwoofer in standby mode Green: Subwoofer on With the Auto Standby function, the SKW-940 automatically turns on when an input signal is detected in Standby mode. When theres no input signal for a while, the SKW-940 automatically enters Standby mode.
B OUTPUT LEVEL control (37)

This control is used to adjust the volume of the subwoofer.
C LINE INPUT (19) 1

Rear This RCA input should be connected to the subwoofer pre out on the AV receiver with supplied RCA cable.
D POWER switch (Not North American model) 4 (Not North American model)
(34) Press this switch to the ON position to turn on the power. Press it to the OFF position to turn off the power. Note: The Auto Standby function turns the subwoofer on when the input signal exceeds a certain level. If the Auto Standby function does not work reliably, try slightly increasing or decreasing the subwoofer output level on the AV receiver (page 54).
2
To AC outlet
Attaching and detaching the speaker grilles Front, Center, and Surround speakers have detachable grilles. Use the following method to attach or detach the grilles. 1. While holding the bottom edge of the speaker grille with your both hands, pull it gently toward you to remove the bottom of the grille. 2. In the same way, gently pull the upper edge of the speaker grille toward you to remove it from the main unit. 3. To replace the grill, push the projections at the corners into the grille plug holes on the speaker cabinet.
Removal
Replacement
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Connecting Your Speakers

Speaker Connection Precautions
Read the following before connecting your speakers: You can connect speakers with an impedance of 8 ohms or higher. If you use speakers with a lower impedance, and use the amplier 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. Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other words, connect positive (+) terminals to only positive (+) terminals, and negative () terminals to only 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. Be careful not to short the positive and negative wires. Doing so may damage the AV receiver. Dont connect more than one cable to each speaker terminal. Doing so may damage the AV receiver. Dont connect one speaker to several terminals.
Connecting Speaker Set A

The AV receivers positive (+) speaker terminals and speakers positive (+) terminals are color-coded for ease of identication. (The negative () speaker terminals are all black.) Match the color of each cable to the corresponding speaker terminal.
Speaker terminal Front left Front right Center Surround left Surround right Surround back left Surround back right Color White Red Green Blue Gray Brown Tan
On the AV receiver, unscrew the terminal. Fully insert the bare wires. Make sure that the bare wire is touching the inside of the pole. Screw the terminal tight.
On the speakers, loosen the binding posts. Insert the speaker wires into the binding posts as shown, then tighten the binding posts. Using the supplied RCA cable, connect the AV receivers SUBWOOFER PRE OUT to LINE INPUT on the subwoofer. Make sure the cable is plugged all the way.
Subwoofer
Front Right
Center
Front Left
Connecting Speaker Set B (sold separately)

Green Red
LINE INPUT
SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS SURROUND SPEAKERS FRONT SPEAKERS A CENTER SPEAKER
1
White
L R
Strip 3/8" (10 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown. While pressing the lever, insert the wire into the hole, and then release the lever. Make sure that the terminals are gripping the bare wires, not the insulation.
3/8" (10 mm)
PRE OUT SUB WOOFER
Blue
SURROUND SPEAKERS
FRONT SPEAKERS A
CENTER SPEAKER
Tan
AC OUTLET
AC 230-240V 50Hz SWITCHED 100W MAX.
Brown
Gray
MONITOR OUT

L L
SUB WOOFER
AV RECEIVER
R R
SUB WOOFER
DVD
Surround Back Right
Surround Back Left
Surround Right
Surround Left
Note: When speaker set B is turned on, speaker set A is reduced to 5.1-channel playback.
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Connecting Antennas
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 jack
AM
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.
ANTENNA
FM 75
SURROUND SPEAKERS
FRONT SPEAKERS A
CENTER SPEAKER
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
AC OUTLET
PR
S
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
FRONT
IN
OUT
IN
IN
L L
REMOTE CONTROL
SUB WOOFER
AV RECEIVER
R R R R
SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
2
Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna
The supplied indoor FM antenna is for indoor use only.
Attach the FM antenna, as shown. American Model
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.
Push
Insert wire
Release
Other Models
Insert the plug fully into the jack.
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.
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 21).
Use thumbtacks or something similar to x the FM antenna into position.
Thumbtacks, etc.
Caution: Be careful that you dont injure yourself when using thumbtacks. If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead (see page 21).
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Connecting AntennasContinued
Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna
If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead.
Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna

If good reception cannot be achieved using the supplied AM loop antenna, an outdoor AM antenna can be used in addition to the loop antenna, as shown.
Outdoor antenna
FM 75
Insulated antenna cable AM loop antenna
Notes: Outdoor FM antennas work best outside, but usable results can sometimes be obtained when installed in an attic or loft. For best results, install the outdoor FM antenna well away from tall buildings, preferably with a clear line of sight to your local FM transmitter. Outdoor antenna should be located away from possible noise sources, such as neon signs, busy roads, etc. For safety reasons, outdoor antenna should be situated well away from power lines and other high-voltage equipment. Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards. Using a TV/FM Antenna Splitter Its best not to use the same antenna for both FM and TV reception, as this can cause interference problems. If circumstances demand it, use a TV/FM antenna splitter, as shown.
Outdoor AM antennas work best when installed horizontally outside, but good results can sometimes be obtained indoors by mounting horizontally above a window. Note that the AM loop antenna should be left connected. Outdoor antenna must be grounded in accordance with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards.
TV/FM antenna splitter To AV receiver To TV (or VCR)
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Connecting Your Components

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 right-channel 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) (Yellow) Composite video Analog audio Left (white) Right (red) (Yellow) Right!
Optical Digital Jacks

The AV receivers 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.
Wrong!
AV Cables and Jacks

Video
Cable
Y Y PB
PB
Jack
Y
Description
Component video cable
PB PR
PR
PR
Component video separates the luminance (Y) and color difference signals (PR, PB), providing the best picture quality. (Some TV manufacturers label their component video jacks slightly differently.) S-Video separates the luminance and color signals and provides better picture quality than composite video. Composite video is commonly used on TVs, VCRs, and other video equipment. Use only dedicated composite video cables.
S-Video cable
Composite video cable
Audio
Cable Optical digital audio cable Jack
OPTICAL
Description
This offers the best sound quality and allows you to enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS. The audio quality is the same as for coaxial. This offers the best sound quality and allows you to enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS. The audio quality is the same as for optical. 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 is typically used to connect DVD players with a 7.1channel analog audio output. Several standard analog audio cables can be used instead of a multichannel cable.
Coaxial digital audio cable
COA XIAL
Analog audio cable (RCA)
Multichannel analog audio cable (RCA)
Note: The AV receiver does not support SCART connections.
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Connecting Your ComponentsContinued

Connecting Audio and Video Signals to the AV Receiver
By connecting both the audio and video outputs of your DVD player and other AV components to the AV receiver, you can switch the audio and video signals simultaneously simply by changing the input source on the AV receiver.
: Signal Flow Video Audio Video Audio TV, projector, etc. Speakers (see page 19 for hookup details)
DVD player, etc.
Which Connections Should I Use?

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 other components. Use the following sections as a guide. For video components, such as a DVD player, you must make an audio connection and a video connection.
Video Connection Formats

Video equipment can be connected to the AV receiver by using any one of the following video connection formats: composite video, S-Video, or component video, the latter offering the best picture quality. A video signal connected to a V or S IN jack will be convertedcomposite video to S-Video or S-Video to composite videobut only for the MONITOR OUT jacks, not the VIDEO 1 OUT V and S jacks. Note: The AV receiver can be set to upconvert composite video and S-Video input signals and output them from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (see page 36). For optimum video performance, THX recommends that video signals pass through without upconversion (i.e., Composite video input to Composite video output; S-Video input to S-Video output; Component video input to Component video output).
Video Signal Flow Chart DVD player, etc. Output IN AV Receiver
page 36 Composite S-Video Component
Audio Connection Formats

When choosing a connection format, bear in mind that the AV receiver doesnt convert between formats. For example, audio signals connected to an OPTICAL or COAXIAL digital input are not output by the analog TAPE OUT, so if you want to record from, for example, your CD player, in addition to connecting it to a digital input, you must also connect it to the analog CD IN.
Audio Signal Flow Chart CD player, etc. Output IN AV Receiver OUT Input Cassette recorder, etc.
Analog Optical Coaxial Analog Multichannel Optical Coaxial Analog Multichannel
Composite
S-Video
Component
MONITOR OUT
Composite
S-Video
Component
Input TV, projector, etc.
Composite
S-Video
Component
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Connecting a 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 via speaker set B. 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 COMPONENT VIDEO OUT MONITOR OUT S MONITOR OUT V VIDEO 2 IN L/R DIGITAL IN COAXIAL DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 2 Signal ow 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
b c
AM
ANTENNA
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IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
C
R
PR
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
FRONT SURROUND CENTER SURR BACK
IN
OUT
IN
IN
REMOTE CONTROL
R
SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
L COAXIAL OUT OPTICAL OUT Y PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO IN AUDIO OUT
R S VIDEO IN VIDEO IN
Connect one or the other Connection b must be assigned (see page 35)
TV, projector, etc.
Hint!
If your TV has no audio outputs, connect an audio output from your VCR or cable or satellite receiver to the AV receiver and use its tuner to listen to TV programs through the AV receiver (see pages 27 and 29).
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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 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 via speaker set B. 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 .
Connection A B C a b c AV receiver COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 DVD IN S DVD IN V DVD IN FRONT DIGITAL IN COAXIAL DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1 Signal ow DVD player 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
AM
ANTENNA
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IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
C
R
PR
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
IN
OUT
IN
IN
REMOTE CONTROL
R
SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
L COAXIAL OUT OPTICAL OUT Y PB PR COMPONENT VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT
R S VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT
Connect one or the other Connection c must be assigned (see page 35)
DVD player
To connect a DVD player or DVD-Audio/SACD-capable player with a multichannel analog audio output, see page 26.
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Hooking Up the Multichannel DVD Input
If your DVD player supports multichannel audio formats such as DVD-Audio or SACD, and it has a multichannel analog audio output, you can connect it to the AV receivers multichannel DVD input. Use a multichannel analog audio cable, or several normal audio cables, to connect the AV receivers DVD IN FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R, SURR BACK L/R, and SUBWOOFER jacks to the 7.1-channel analog audio output on your DVD player. If your DVD player has a 5.1-channel analog audio output, dont connect anything to the AV receivers SURR BACK L/R jacks.
AM
ANTENNA
FM 75
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
7.1 ch 5.1 ch
FRONT L SURROUND CENTER SURR BACK L
PR
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
IN
OUT
IN
IN
L
REMOTE CONTROL
R
SUB WOOFER
R DVD SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
L FRONT
L SURROUND
R CENTER SUB WOOFER
L SURR BACK
DVD player
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Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Playback
Hint! With this hookup, you can use your VCRs tuner to listen to your favorite TV programs via the AV receiver, useful if your TV has no audio outputs.
Step 1: Video Connection Choose a video connection that matches your VCR or DVD recorder ( A , B , or C ), and then make the connection. You must connect the AV receiver to your TV via the same type of connection. Step 2: Audio Connection Choose an audio connection that matches your VCR or DVD recorder ( a , b , or c ), and then make the connection. With connection a , you can listen to the VCR or DVD recorder even via speaker set B. To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection b or c . (To listen via speaker set B, use a and b , or a and c .)
Connection A B C a b c AV receiver COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 VIDEO 1 IN S VIDEO 1 IN V VIDEO 1 IN L/R DIGITAL IN COAXIAL DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1 Signal ow 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
AM
ANTENNA
FM 75
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
C
R
PR
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
FRONT SURROUND
IN
OUT
IN
IN
CENTER
SURR BACK
REMOTE CONTROL
R
SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
Connect one or the other Connection b must be assigned (see page 35) VCR, DVD recorder
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Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Recording
Step 1: 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 via the same type of connection. Step 2: Make the audio connection a .
DIGITAL IN COA XIAL OPTICAL 1 PB
IN 3
XM
SIRIUS
AM
ANTENNA
FM 75
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
Y VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 DVD
MONITOR OUT
PR
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
FRONT
a
REMOTE CONTROL
IN
OUT
IN
IN
SURROUND
CENTER
SURR BACK
R
SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
L R AUDIO IN S VIDEO IN
VCR, DVD recorder Connection A B a AV receiver VIDEO 1 OUT S VIDEO 1 OUT V VIDEO 1 OUT L/R Signal ow
VIDEO IN
VCR or DVD recorder S-Video input Composite video input Analog audio L/R input
Picture quality Better Standard
Connecting a Camcorder, Games Console, or Other Device

Step 1: Make the video connection A . Step 2: Make the audio connection a .
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET
ENTER
a
VIDEO 3 INPUT
VIDEO L AUDIO R
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP
VIDEO 3 INPUT L AUDIO R
DIGITAL INPUT
DIMMER
MEMORY
TUNING MODE
CLEAR
L AUDIO R OUT
VIDEO 3 INPUT VIDEO
VIDEO OUT
Camcorder, games console, etc.
Connection A a
AV receiver VIDEO 3 INPUT VIDEO 3 INPUT L/R
Signal ow
Camcorder or console Composite video output Analog audio L/R output
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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, useful if your TV has no audio outputs.
Step 1: Video Connection Choose a video connection that matches the video source ( A , B , or C ), and then make the connection. You must connect the AV receiver to your TV via the same type of connection. Step 2: Audio Connection Choose an audio connection that matches the video source ( a , b , or c ), and then make the connection. With connection a , you can listen to and record audio from the video source and listen via speaker set B. 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 COMPONENT VIDEO IN 3 VIDEO 2 IN S VIDEO 2 IN V VIDEO 2 IN L/R DIGITAL IN COAXIAL DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 2 Signal ow Video source 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
AM
ANTENNA
FM 75
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
Y VIDEO 2 PB VIDEO 1
DVD
MONITOR OUT
PR
c A
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
IN
OUT
IN
IN
FRONT
SURROUND
CENTER
SURR BACK
L
REMOTE CONTROL
R
SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc.
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Connecting a CD Player or Turntable
CD Player or Turntable (MM) with Built-in Phono Preamp Step 1: Choose a connection that matches your CD player ( a , b , or c ). Use connection a for a turntable with a built-in phono preamp.
b
DIGITAL IN
AM
ANTENNA
FM 75
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
IN
L
V R
L R CD AUDIO OUTPUT
COAXIAL
R OPTICAL 3 IN L R CD
REMOTE CONTROL
PR
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
FRONT SURROUND CENTER
IN
OUT
IN
IN
SURR BACK
R
SUB WOOFER
a
VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 DVD
CD
TAPE
a
R
COAXIAL OUT
OPTICAL OUT
AUDIO OUT
CD player
Turntable (MM) with built-in phono preamp
With connection a , you can listen to and record audio from your CD player or turntable and listen via speaker set B. To connect the CD player digitally, use connection b or c . (For recording, use a and b , or a and c .)
Connection a b c AV receiver CD IN L/R DIGITAL IN COAXIAL DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 3 Signal ow CD or turntable Analog audio L/R output Digital coaxial output Digital optical output
Turntable (MM) with no Phono Preamp Built-in A phono preamp is necessary to connect a turntable that doesnt have a phono preamp built-in.
ANTENNA
FM 75
Turntable with an MC (Moving Coil) Cartridge An MC head amp and phono preamp are necessary to connect a turntable with an MC (Moving Coil) cartridge.
AM
AM
ANTENNA
FM 75
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
DIGITAL IN COA XIAL
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
Y VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 DVD MONITOR OUT
OPTICAL
PB
PR
PR
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
3
IN
OUT
IN
IN
FRONT
SURROUND
CENTER
SURR BACK
IN
OUT
IN
IN
L
REMOTE CONTROL
L
REMOTE CONTROL
R
SUB WOOFER
R
SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
IN L R CD
AUDIO OUTPUT L R
IN
AUDIO OUTPUT L R
AUDIO INPUT L R
AUDIO OUTPUT L R
Phono preamp
L R CD
Phono preamp MC head amp or MC transformer
AUDIO OUTPUT L R
AUDIO INPUT L R
AUDIO OUTPUT L R
AUDIO INPUT L R
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Connecting an HDD-compatible Component
As of this printing, the Onkyo Remote Interactive Dock is the only HDD-compatible component available. For HDD-compatible components that support video Connect your HDD-compatible components analog audio output jacks and S-Video output jack to the AV receivers VIDEO 2 IN L/R jacks and VIDEO 2 IN S jack. For HDD-compatible components that dont support video Connect your HDD-compatible components analog audio output jacks to the AV receivers TAPE IN L/R jacks.
S VIDEO OUT L
AUDIO OUT L R
AUDIO OUT R
AM
ANTENNA
FM 75
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
OUT
DIGITAL IN Y VIDEO 2 PB VIDEO 1 DVD MONITOR OUT COA XIAL OPTICAL 1
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
OUT
PB
PR
2
IN
OUT OUT
PR
IN IN
IN
FRONT SURROUND
IN
OUT
IN
IN
IN
OUT
IN
L
REMOTE CONTROL
L
REMOTE CONTROL
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
CD
TAPE
Notes: Connect the Remote Interactive Dock with an cable (see page 33). Set the Remote Interactive Docks RI MODE switch to HDD. Set the AV receivers Input Display to HDD (see page 35). Refer to the Remote Interactive Docks instruction manual.
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Connecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder
Step 1: Choose a connection that matches the recorder ( a , b , or c ), and then make the connection.
DIGITAL IN
DIGITAL IN COA XIAL
IN 3
AM
ANTENNA
FM 75
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
COAXIAL
OPTICAL 1 PB
c
Connect one or the other These connections must be assigned (see page 35)
PR
OPTICAL
3
IN
OUT
IN IN IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
FRONT
3
REMOTE CONTROL
IN SURROUND CENTER SURR BACK OUT L
R
SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
TAPE
COAXIAL OUT
OPTICAL OUT
R IN OUT REC PLAY
Cassette recorder, CDR, etc.
With connection a , you can listen via speaker set B. To connect the recorder digitally, use connections a and b , or a and c .
Connection a b c AV receiver TAPE IN L/R TAPE OUT L/R DIGITAL IN COAXIAL DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 3 Signal ow Cassette/CDR/MD/DAT recorder Analog audio L/R output Analog audio L/R input Digital coaxial output Digital optical output
Connecting the Power Cord of Another Component

The AV receiver has an AC outlet on its rear panel for connecting the power cord of another AV component. The other components power switch can then be left in the ON position so that it turns on or off when the AV receiver is set to On or Standby. Caution: Make sure that the capacity of the component that you connect to the AC OUTLET does not exceed the stated capacity (e.g., 100 W). Notes: Onkyo components connected via should be connected directly to a wall outlet, not the AV receivers AC OUTLET. The socket type and capacity depends on the country in which you purchased the AV receiver.
SURROUND SPEAKERS FRONT SPEAKERS A CENTER SPEAKER
AC OUTLET
L
SUB WOOFER
AV RECEIVER
AC OUTLET
AC 230-240V 50Hz SWITCHED 100W MAX.
AC OUTLET
European model
American model
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Connecting Onkyo Components
Step 1: Make sure that each Onkyo component is connected to the AV receiver with an analog audio cable (connection a in the hookup examples) (see pages 24 to 32). Step 2: Make the connection. Step 3: If youre using an MD, CDR, or HDD component, change the Input Display (see page 35). With (Remote Interactive), you can use the following special functions:
Auto Power On/Standby When you start playback on a component connected via , if the AV receiver is on Standby, it will automatically turn on and select that component as the input source. Similarly, when the AV receiver is set to Standby, all components connected via will also go on Standby. This function will not work on components connected to an AC OUTLET on the AV receiver. Direct Change When playback is started on a component connected via , the AV receiver automatically selects that component as the input source. If your DVD player is connected to the AV receivers multichannel DVD input, youll need to press the [MULTI CH] button to hear all channels (see page 38), as the Direct Change function only selects the FRONT DVD IN jacks. Remote Control You can use the AV receivers remote controller to control your other -capable Onkyo components, pointing the remote controller at the AV receivers remote control sensor instead of the component. You must enter the appropriate remote control code rst (page 58). Notes: Use only cables for connections. cables are supplied with Onkyo players (DVD, CD, etc.). Some components have two jacks. You can connect either one to the AV receiver. The other jack is for connecting additional -capable components. Connect only Onkyo components to jacks. Connecting other manufacturers components may cause a malfunction. Some components may not support all functions. Refer to the manuals supplied with your other Onkyo components.
IN L R
AM
ANTENNA
FM 75
DIGITAL IN COA XIAL OPTICAL
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
CD
REMOTE CONTROL
PB
PR
FRONT
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
IN
OUT
IN
IN
L
REMOTE CONTROL
L R DVD
R
SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
e.g., CD player
R L ANALOG AUDIO OUT
e.g., DVD player

R L ANALOG AUDIO OUT
Connecting the Power Cord

Connect the AV receivers and subwoofers power cord to a suitable wall outlet. Notes: Before connecting the power cord, connect all of your speakers and AV components. Turning on the AV receiver and subwoofer may cause a momentary power surge that might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same circuit. If this is a problem, plug the AV receiver into a different branch circuit.
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Turning On the AV Receiver

STANDBY/ON STANDBY indicator
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
ON/STANDBY RECEIVER
1
V1
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
INPUT SELECTOR
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
4 7
ENTER
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
TAPE
MULTI CH DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 TAPE TUNER CD
RETURN SETUP
10
11
+10
D TUN
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
--/---
CLEAR
TV INPUT
GUIDE TOP MENU
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
VOL
PREVIOUS MENU
SP A / B
MUTING
Turning On and Standby
1
AV receiver
STANDBY/ON
Remote controller
RECEIVER
Press the [STANDBY/ON] button. Alternatively, press the remote controllers [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [ON/STANDBY] button. The AV receiver comes on, the display lights up, and the STANDBY indicator goes off.
or
ON/STANDBY
To turn the AV receiver off, press the [STANDBY/ON] button, or press the remote controllers [ON/STANDBY] button. The AV receiver will enter Standby mode. To prevent any loud surprises when you next turn on the AV receiver, always turn down the volume before you turn it off. To turn on the subwoofer, press its [POWER] switch to the ON position (not North American models).
Smooth Operation in a Few Easy Steps

To ensure smooth operation, heres a few easy steps to help you congure the AV receiver before you use it for the very rst time. These settings only need to be made once. Have you connected a component to a digital audio input? If you have, see Assigning Digital Inputs to Input Sources on page 35. Have you connected an Onkyo MD recorder, CD recorder, or next generation HDD-compatible component? If you have, see Changing the Input Display on page 35.
COAX
OPT1
OUT IN
TAPE
CD recorder, MD recorder, RI Dock, etc.
Testing the speakers To test that all of the speakers are working properly, press the remote controllers [TEST TONE] button. The test tone will be output by each speaker in turn and the name of each speaker will appear on the display. To turn off the test tone, press the [TEST TONE] button again. If the test tone is not produced by a speaker, or its produced by a speaker other than that shown on the display, you may have wired the speakers incorrectly and you should check your connections (see page 19). Testing cannot be performed while speaker set B is on or a pair of headphones is connected.
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First Time Setup

Assigning Digital Inputs to Input Sources Changing the Input Display
If you connect an -capable Onkyo MiniDisc recorder, CD recorder or next generation HDD-compatible component to the TAPE IN/OUT or VIDEO 2 IN jacks, for to work properly, you must change this setting. This setting can only be changed on the AV receiver.
R
1
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
2, 3
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET ENTER
MULTI CH
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP

SPEAKERS A B TONE THX LISTENING MODE DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT DIMMER MEMORY TUNING MODE VIDEO L AUDIO
1, 2
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
1, 2
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET
CLEAR
To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, you must connect your DVD player to the AV receiver digitally (coaxial or optical). Here are the default assignments.
Input selector DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 TAPE CD Default assignment COAX OPT 1 OPT 2 ------OPT 3
ENTER
MULTI CH
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP

CLEAR
TAPE
Press the [TAPE] or [VIDEO 2] input selector button so that TAPE or VIDEO2 appears on the display.
or
VIDEO 2
With this function, you can change the digital inputs assign. If, for example, you connect your DVD player to the DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1 input (OPT1), youll need to assign it to the DVD input source, as follows.
1
DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VCR VIDEO 3 TAPE
Press the input selector button for the input source that you want to assign. (Digital inputs cannot be assigned to the TUNER input source.)
TAPE
or
VIDEO 2
CD
Press and hold down the [TAPE] or [VIDEO 2] input selector button (about 3 seconds) to change the setting. Repeat this step to select MD, CDR, or HDD. For the TAPE input selector, the setting changes in this order: TAPE MD CDR HDD For the VIDEO 2 input selector, the setting changes in this order: VIDEO 2 HDD
DIGITAL INPUT
Press the [DIGITAL INPUT] button. The current assignment appears.
3
DIGITAL INPUT
Press the [DIGITAL INPUT] button repeatedly to select COAX, OPT1, OPT2, OPT3, or (analog).
Note: HDD can be selected for the TAPE input selector or VIDEO 2 input selector, but not both at the same time.
Note: Make sure that components connected digitally are congured to output digital audio. Refer to the relevant manuals.
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First Time SetupContinued
2
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
RECEIVER
INPUT SELECTOR
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 1. Component, and then press [ENTER].
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
10
11
+10
D TUN
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
--/---
TV INPUT
GUIDE TOP MENU
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
VOL
PREVIOUS MENU
SP A / B
MUTING
3
SETUP
ENTER
ENTER RETURN
PLAYLIST/CAT
PLAYLIST/CAT
RETURN
SETUP
RC-650M
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select an input selector, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select: IN1: Select if the video component is connected to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1. IN2: Select if the video component is connected to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2. IN3: Select if the video component is connected to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 3. VIDEO: Select to output composite video and S-Video sources from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT. Press the [SETUP] button. Setup closes.
4
Component Video Setup
If you connect a video component to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1, 2, or 3, you must assign that input to an input selector. For example, if you connect your DVD player to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2, you must assign COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 to the DVD input selector. To upconvert and output composite video and S-Video sources from the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, select the VIDEO setting. Here are the default assignments.
Input selector DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 Default assignment IN1 VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
SETUP
Note: This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using the [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.
RECEIVER
Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [SETUP] button.
SETUP
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Playing Your AV Components

Basic AV Receiver Operation
MULTI CH
1
TUNING PRESET
4
MASTER VOLUME
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
DVD
M D/CDR
TAPE
1
Subwoofers rear panel
INPUT SELECTOR
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
4
ENTER
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
7
MULTI CH DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 TAPE TUNER CD
RETURN SETUP
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
TAPE
10
11
+10
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
D TUN
--/---
CLEAR
TV INPUT
GUIDE TOP MENU
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
VOL
DISPLAY
PREVIOUS MENU
SP A / B
MUTING
1
AV receiver
DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VCR VIDEO 3 TAPE TUNER
Remote controller
RECEIVER
Use the AV receivers input selector buttons to select the input source. To select the input source with the remote controller, press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, and then use the INPUT SELECTOR buttons.
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
CD
6
DVD
On the remote controller, the [V1], [V2], and [V3] buttons select the VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, and VIDEO 3 input sources respectively.
7
TAPE
8
TUNER
9
CD
2
AV receiver
SPEAKERS A B
Remote controller
To turn the speakers on or off, use the AV receivers SPEAKERS [A] and [B] buttons, or use the remote controllers [SP A/B] button. Pressing the remote controllers [SP A/B] button cycles through the following settings: Speaker Set A Speaker Set A&B Speaker Set B Off. Note that while speaker set B is on, speaker set A is reduced to 5.1-channel Indicators playback. See page 8 for more information about speaker sets A and B.
3 4
AV receiver
MASTER VOLUME
Start playback on the source component. To watch a DVD or other video source, on your TV, select the video input thats connected to the AV receivers MONITOR OUT jack.
Remote controller
VOL
To adjust the volume, use the MASTER VOLUME control, or the remote controllers [VOL] button. The volume can be set to dB, 830+16 dB. Since the AV receiver is designed for home theater enjoyment, it has a wide volume range for precise adjustment. To set the level of the subwoofer, use the OUTPUT LEVEL control. Because our ears are less sensitive to very low bass sounds, theres a temptation to set the level of the subwoofer too high. As a rule of thumb, set the subwoofer level to what you think is the optimal level, and then back it off slightly.
Select a suitable listening mode and enjoy! See Using the Listening Modes on page 45.
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Playing Your AV ComponentsContinued

Displaying Source Information
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
RECEIVER
INPUT SELECTOR
You can display various information about the current input source as follows.
RECEIVER
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
MULTI CH
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
10
11
+10
D TUN
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
--/---
DISPLAY
TV INPUT
Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, and then press the [DISPLAY] button repeatedly to cycle through the available information.
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
VOL
The following information can typically be displayed:

LISTENING MODE STEREO SURROUND AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT TEST TONE CH SEL PLAY MODE LEVELLEVEL+
Input source & volume*1 Signal format*2 or sampling frequency Input source & listening mode
DISPLAY
DISPLAY VCR
L NIGHT DVD
Re-EQ HDD
RC-650M
Using the Multichannel DVD Input

The multichannel DVD input is for connecting a component with a 7.1-channel analog audio output, such as a DVD-Audio or SACD-capable DVD player, or an MPEG decoder. See page 26 for hookup information.
RECEIVER
*1 When AM or FM radio is used, the band, preset number, and frequency are displayed. *2 If the input signal is analog, or AM or FM radio is selected, no format information is displayed. If the input signal is PCM, the sampling frequency is displayed. If the input signal is digital but not PCM, the signal format is displayed. Information is displayed for about 3 seconds, then the previous display reappears. Note: The listening mode is displayed only when speaker set A is on. Interpreting Surround Channel Information
Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [MULTI CH] button. The MULTI CH indicator appears on the display.
MULTI CH indicator
MULTI CH
B C
Audio from the multichannel DVD input will now be used for the DVD input source. Note: While the multichannel DVD input is selected, the Speaker Conguration settings on page 55 are ignored, and signals from the multichannel input are fed to the speakers as they are.
A: The number of front channels (front left, front right, and center). B: The number of surround channels (surround left and surround right). If theres surround back channel information, this number will be 3. C: LFE channel for subwoofer (1 means yes).
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Listening to the Radio

Listening to AM/FM stations
TUNER TUNING
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET
Manual Tuning Mode
TUNING MODE
Press the [TUNING MODE] button so that the AUTO indicator disappears from the display.
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
ENTER
MULTI CH
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP
2
TUNING PRESET
VIDEO 3 INPUT
VIDEO L AUDIO R
VCR PHONES
SPEAKERS A B TONE THX LISTENING MODE DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT DIMMER MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
TUNING MODE
Press and hold the TUNING Up or Down [ ]/[ ] button. The frequency stops changing when you release the button. Press the buttons repeatedly to change the frequency one step at a time.
With the built-in tuner, you can enjoy AM and FM radio stations.
TUNER
Use the [TUNER] input selector button to select AM or FM. In this example, FM has been selected.
The American model changes FM frequency in 0.2 MHz steps, 10 kHz steps for AM. For other models its 0.05 MHz steps for FM and 9 kHz (or 10 kHz) steps for AM. When tuned into a station, the TUNED indicator appears. When tuned into a stereo FM station, the FM STEREO indicator also appears.
TUNED AUTO
Band
Frequency
(Actual display depends on country.)

FM STEREO
Tuning into AM/FM Radio Stations

Auto Tuning Mode
Tuning into Weak FM Stereo Stations If the signal from a stereo FM station is weak, it may be impossible to get good reception. In this case, switch to Manual Tuning mode and listen to the station in mono. Note: You can also use the remote controllers Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to tune the radio.
TUNING MODE
Press the [TUNING MODE] button so that the AUTO indicator appears on the display.
2
TUNING PRESET
Press the TUNING Up or Down [ ]/[ ] button. Searching stops when a station is found.
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Listening to the RadioContinued

Tuning into Stations by Frequency You can tune into AM and FM stations directly by entering the appropriate frequency.
2
MEMORY
Press the [MEMORY] button. The MEMORY indicator appears and the preset number ashes.
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
RECEIVER
INPUT SELECTOR
Number buttons D TUN
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
3
CH +/
TUNING
PRESET
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
10
11
+10
D TUN
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
--/---
While the MEMORY indicator is displayed (about 8 seconds), use the PRESET [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a preset from 1 through 40.
ENTER
TV INPUT
GUIDE TOP MENU
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
VOL
PREVIOUS MENU
SP A / B
MUTING
MEMORY
RETURN
SETUP
1
RECEIVER
Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [D TUN] button.
Press the [MEMORY] button again to store the station. The station is stored and the preset number stops ashing. Repeat this procedure for all of your favorite AM/FM radio stations.
Selecting Presets
D TUN
(Actual display depends on country.) The [RECEIVER] button ashes. Within 8 seconds, use the number buttons to enter the frequency of the radio station. For example, to tune to 87.5 (FM), press 8, 7, 5. Note: While the [RECEIVER] button is ashing, the input source cannot be changed by using the remote controller.
TUNING
PRESET
ENTER
To select a preset, use the PRESET [ ]/[ ] buttons, or the remote controllers CH [+/] button.
DISC ALBUM
CH
Deleting Presets
1
Presetting Radio Stations
PRESET
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET
Select the preset that you want to delete. See the previous section. While holding down the [MEMORY] button, press the [TUNING MODE] button. The preset is deleted and its number disappears from the display.
2
MEMORY TUNING MODE
CLEAR
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
ENTER
MULTI CH
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP

CLEAR
MEMORY
TUNING MODE
You can store a combination of up to 40 of your favorite AM and FM radio stations as presets.
1
40
Tune into the station that you want to store as a preset.

Using RDS (European Models Only)
RDS only works with European models and only in areas where RDS broadcasts are available. When tuned into an RDS station, the RDS indicator appears.
RDS indicator
RDS Program Types (PTY)

Type None News reports Current affairs Display NONE NEWS AFFAIRS Description No program type. Reports on current events and happenings. Topical reporting of current affairs, often with a wider range of topics than news reports. General information such as weather forecasts, consumer affairs, medical help, etc. Live sports action, sports news, and interviews. Radio plays and serials.
Information INFO
What is RDS? RDS stands for Radio Data System and is a method of transmitting data in FM radio signals. It was developed by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and is available in most European countries. Many FM stations use it these days. In addition to displaying text information, RDS can also help you nd radio stations by type (e.g., news, sport, rock, etc.). The AV receiver supports four types of RDS information:
PS (Program Service)
Sport Education Drama Culture
SPORT
EDUCATE Formal educational programs. DRAMA CULTURE Cultural programs (including religious affairs).
Science and SCIENCE Programs about the natural technology sciences and technology. Varied VARIED Talk programs not covered by the above categories (e.g., quizzes, panel games, and comedy). Popular commercial music, usually from past or present sales charts (e.g., Top 40). Popular music with an alternative appeal, often not appearing on sales charts. Easy listening music (as opposed to Pop, Rock, or Classical). Classical music for general rather than specialist appreciation.
When tuned to an RDS station thats broadcasting PS information, the stations name will be displayed. Pressing the [DISPLAY] button will display the frequency for 3 seconds.
RT (Radio Text)
Pop music
POP M
When tuned to an RDS station thats broadcasting text information, the text will be shown on the display (see page 42).
PTY (Program Type)
Rock music ROCK M
This allows you to search for RDS radio stations by type (see page 42).
TP (Trafc Program)
Middle of the road music Light classics Serious classics
M.O.R.M
LIGHT M
This allows you to search for RDS radio stations that broadcast trafc information (see page 42). Notes: In some cases, the text characters displayed on the AV receiver may not be identical to those broadcast by the radio station. Also, unexpected characters may be displayed when unsupported characters are received. This is not a malfunction. If the signal from an RDS station is weak, RDS data may be displayed intermittently or not at all.
CLASSICS Performances of major orchestral works, symphonies, chamber music, etc. (including the Grand Opera).
Other music OTHER M Music styles not covered by the above categories (e.g., Jazz, Rhythm and Blues, Folk, Country, and Reggae). Alarm ALARM When an RDS station is making an emergency broadcast, ALARM will ash on the display.
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Displaying Radio Text (RT)
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET
4
ENTER
ENTER
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
PURE AUDIO
MULTI CH
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP

SPEAKERS A B TONE THX LISTENING MODE DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE VIDEO L AUDIO R
To start the search, press [ENTER]. The AV receiver searches until it nds a station of the type you specied, at which point it stops briey before continuing with the search. When a station you want to listen to is found, press [ENTER]. If no stations are found, the message Not Found appears.
CLEAR
1
When tuned to an RDS station thats broadcasting text information, the text can be displayed.
5
ENTER
RT/PTY/TP
Press the [RT/PTY/TP] button once. The RT information scrolls across the display.
Listening to Trafc News (TP)
1
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
3
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET ENTER
Notes: 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.
PURE AUDIO
MULTI CH
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP

CLEAR
2
You can search for stations that broadcast trafc news.
Finding Stations by Type (PTY)
1
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
35
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET ENTER
TUNER
Use the [TUNER] input selector button to select FM.
PURE AUDIO
MULTI CH
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP

RT/PTY/TP
CLEAR
2
You can search for radio stations by type.
TUNER
Use the [TUNER] input selector button to select FM.
Press the [RT/PTY/TP] button three times. If the current radio station is broadcasting TP (Trafc Program), [TP] will appear on the display, and trafc news will be heard as and when its broadcast. If TP without square brackets appears, this means that the station is not broadcasting TP. To locate a station that is broadcasting TP, press [ENTER]. The AV receiver searches until it nds a station thats broadcasting TP. If no stations are found, the message Not Found appears.
3 2
RT/PTY/TP
Press the [RT/PTY/TP] button twice. The current program type appears on the display. Use the PRESET [ ]/[ ] buttons to select the type of program you want. See the table on page 41.
ENTER
ENTER
TUNING
PRESET
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Common Functions
This section explains functions that can be used with any input source.
Adjusting the Bass and Treble

You can adjust the bass and treble for the front speakers, except when the Direct, Pure Audio (not North American models) or THX listening mode is selected.
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
INPUT SELECTOR
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
Press [RECEIVER] rst
1 2
TONE
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
Press the AV receivers [TONE] button repeatedly to select either Bass or Treble. Use the TONE []/[+] buttons to adjust.
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
10
11
DIMMER
+10
D TUN
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
SLEEP
--/---
TV INPUT
GUIDE TOP MENU
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
VOL
PREVIOUS MENU
MUTING
SP A / B MUTING ENTER PLAYLIST/CAT PLAYLIST/CAT
Bass You can boost or cut low-frequency sounds output by the front speakers from 10 dB to +10 dB in 2 dB steps. Treble You can boost or cut high-frequency sounds output by the front speakers from 10 dB to +10 dB in 2 dB steps. Note: To bypass the bass and treble tone circuits, select the Direct or Pure Audio (not North American model) listening mode.
RETURN
SETUP
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT
CH SEL
TEST TONE
CH SEL PLAY MODE
LEVEL-
LEVEL+
LEVEL +
L NIGHT Re-EQ HDD DVD
DISPLAY VCR
RC-650M
Muting the AV Receiver

You can temporarily mute the output of the AV receiver.
TONE, , +
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
MUTING
ENTER
Press the remote controllers [MUTING] button. The output is muted and the MUTING indicator ashes on the display.
MULTI CH
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP

CLEAR
PHONES
DIMMER
Setting the Display Brightness

You can adjust the brightness of the display. Press the remote controllers [DIMMER] button repeatedly to select: dim, dimmer, or normal brightness. Alternatively, you can use the AV receivers [DIMMER] button (not European models).
To unmute the AV receiver, press the remote controllers [MUTING] button again, or adjust the volume. The output is unmuted and the MUTING indicator goes off. Muting is cancelled when the AV receiver is set to Standby.
DIMMER
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Common FunctionsContinued
Using the Sleep Timer
With the sleep timer, you can set the AV receiver so that it turns off automatically after a specied period. Press the remote controllers [SLEEP] button repeatedly to select the required sleep time. You can set the sleep time from 90 to 10 minutes in 10 minute steps. The SLEEP indicator appears on the display when the sleep timer has been set, as shown. The specied sleep time appears on the display for about 5 seconds, then the previous display reappears.
SLEEP indicator
Adjusting Speaker Levels

You can adjust the volume of each speaker in speaker set A. These temporary adjustments are cancelled when the AV receiver is set to Standby.
1
CH SEL
SLEEP
Use the remote controllers [CH SEL] button to select each speaker, and use the [LEVEL] and [LEVEL+] buttons to adjust the volume. You can adjust the volume of each speaker from 12 dB to +12 dB (15 dB to +12 dB for the subwoofer).
LEVEL-
LEVEL+
To cancel the sleep timer, press the [SLEEP] button repeatedly until the SLEEP indicator disappears. To check the remaining sleep time, press the [SLEEP] button. Note that if you press the [SLEEP] button while the sleep time is being displayed, youll shorten the sleep time by 10 minutes.
Notes: You cannot use this function while the AV receiver is muted. Speakers that are set to No or None in the Speaker Conguration cannot be adjusted. Speaker Set B While speaker set B is on, you can adjust the volume of the left and right speakers, from 12 dB to +12 dB.
Using Headphones
For private listening, you can connect a pair of stereo headphones (1/4-inch phone plug) to the AV receivers PHONES jack.
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
These settings are stored when the AV receiver is set to Standby. While speaker set B is on, you cannot adjust the levels of speaker set As surround back speakers. Headphones While a pair of headphones is connected, you can adjust the volume of each headphone speaker, from 12 dB to +12 dB each.
PHONES
Notes: Always turn down the volume before connecting your headphones. Speaker sets A and B are turned off while the headphones plug is inserted in the PHONES jack. When you connect a pair of headphones, the listening mode is set to Stereo, unless it was set to Pure Audio (not North American model), Mono, Stereo, or Direct, in which case it stays the same. When the multichannel DVD input is selected, only the front left and front right channels can be heard in the headphones.
These settings are stored when the AV receiver is set to Standby.
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Using the Listening Modes

Selecting Listening Modes
For a description of each listening mode, see About the Listening Modes on page 47.
The Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be selected if your DVD player is connected to the AV receiver with a digital audio connection (coaxial or optical). Listening mode availability depends on the format of the current input signal. While a pair of headphones is connected, you can select only the Pure Audio (not North American model), Mono, Direct, or Stereo listening mode. The listening modes cannot be selected while speaker set A is off.
Selecting with the Remote Controller

TV INPUT
GUIDE TOP MENU PREVIOUS MENU
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
VOL
SP A / B
MUTING
RETURN
SETUP
SURROUND
LISTENING MODE
STEREO
STEREO
SURROUND
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Selecting on the AV Receiver

MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET
[STEREO] button This button selects the Stereo listening mode. [SURROUND] button This button selects the Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes and the Neural Surround listening mode (North American model only). LISTENING MODE [ ]/[ ] buttons Pressing these buttons repeatedly cycles through all of the listening modes that can be used with the current input source.
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
ENTER
PURE AUDIO
MULTI CH
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP

CLEAR
PURE AUDIO
THX LISTENING MODE
[PURE AUDIO] button (not North American model) This button selects the Pure Audio listening mode. When this mode is selected, the AV receiver outputs no video signals and its display is turned off. Pressing this button again will select the previous listening mode. [THX] button This button selects the THX 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.
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Using the Listening ModesContinued

The following table shows which listening modes can be used with each input signal format.
Source format Analog, PCM*1 CD, TV, radio, cassette, etc. 3/2.1 2/2.1 Dolby Digital 2/0 1/0, 1+1 Other 3/2.1 2/2.1 DTS/DTS 96/24*2 DTS-ES 2/0 Discrete Matrix Multich analog
DVD, DTV, etc.
DVD, CD, etc.
DVD
Listening mode Pure Audio (Not North American models) Direct Stereo Mono Multich PLIIx Movie/Music/Game *3 Neo:6 Cinema Neo:6 Music Neural Surround (North American models only) Dolby D Dolby D + Neo:6 Dolby D EX Dolby D+PLIIx Music Dolby D+PLIIx Movie DTS, DTS 96/24 DTS-ES Discrete DTS DTS-ES Matrix DTS+Neo:6 DTS+Dolby EX DTS+PLIIx Music DTS+PLIIx Movie THX Cinema THX*6 THX Surround EX THX Cinema2 THX Music mode THX Games mode Mono Movie Orchestra Unplugged Studio-Mix TV Logic All Ch Stereo Full Mono Dolby
*4
*6
*5
Onkyo Original DSP
*1. In the Pure Audio and Direct listening modes, 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz PCM is processed at 64 kHz, 88.2 kHz, and 96 kHz respectively. In listening modes other than Pure Audio, Direct, and Stereo, 64 kHz, 88.2 kHz, and 96 kHz PCM is processed at 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, and 48 kHz respectively. *2. In listening modes other than Pure Audio, Direct, Stereo, and DTS 96/24, DTS 96/24 sources are processed as normal DTS. *3. If the Surr Back parameter is set to None, or speaker set B is on, normal Pro Logic II is used. *4. Not available for 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz PCM input signals. *5. If the Surr Back setting is set to None, or speaker set B is on, normal DTS is used. *6. Available only when surround speakers are connected.
: Only available on 6.1/7.1-channel playback systems. Not available while speaker set B is on. : Only available on 7.1-channel playback systems. Not available while speaker set B is on.
Tip: To check the format of the digital input signal, see Displaying Source Information on page 38.
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About the Listening Modes
The AV receivers listening modes can transform your listening room into a movie theater or concert hall, with high delity and stunning surround sound.
The illustration shows which speakers are active in each listening mode with 7.1 channel speaker system.
Front left Center Front right
Dolby Digital
Use this mode with DVDs that bear the Dolby Digital logo, and Dolby Digital TV broadcasts. This is the most common digital surroundsound format, and itll put you right in the middle of the action, just like being in a movie theater or concert hall.
Dolby Digital EX DTS+Dolby EX
Subwoofer
Surround left
Surround back left/ right
Surround right
Pure Audio (not North American models)
In this mode, the display and video circuitry are turned off, minimizing possible noise sources for the ultimate in high-delity reproduction. (As the video circuitry is turned off, no video signals are output in this mode.)
Direct
These modes expand 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback. Theyre especially suited to Dolby Digital EX soundtracks that include a matrix-encoded surround back channel. The additional channel adds an extra dimension and provides an enveloping surround sound experience, perfect for rotating and y-by sound effects. Use them with DVDs that bear the Dolby Digital or DTS logo.
Dolby Digital+PLIIx Music DTS+PLIIx Music
In this mode, audio from the input source is output directly with minimal processing, providing high-delity reproduction. All of the sources audio channels are output as they are.
Stereo
These modes use the Pro Logic IIx Music mode to expand 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback. Use them with Dolby Digital or DTS 5.1 music sources (e.g., DVD and Dolby Digital TV broadcasts).
Dolby Digital+PLIIx Movie DTS+PLIIx Movie
Sound is output by the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
Mono
Use this mode when watching an old movie with a mono soundtrack, or use it with the foreign language soundtracks recorded in the left and right channels of some movies. It can also be used with DVDs or other sources containing multiplexed audio, such as karaoke DVDs.
Dolby Pro Logic IIx Dolby Pro Logic II
These modes use the Pro Logic IIx Movie mode to expand 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS sources for 7.1-channel playback. Use them with Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1 movies (e.g., DVD and select digital TV broadcasts).
DTS
The DTS digital surround-sound format supports up to 5.1 discrete channels and uses less compression for high-delity reproduction. Use it with DVDs and CDs that bear the DTS logo.
DTS 96/24
Dolby Pro Logic IIx expands any 2-channel source for 7.1-channel playback. It provides a very natural and seamless surround-sound experience that fully envelops the listener. As well as music and movies, video games can also benet from the dramatic spatial effects and vivid imaging. If youre not using any surround back speakers, Dolby Pro Logic II will be used instead of Dolby Pro Logic IIx.
PLIIx Movie
This mode is for use with DTS 96/24 sources. This is high-resolution DTS with a 96 kHz sampling rate and 24-bit resolution, providing superior delity. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS 96/24 logo.
DTS-ES Discrete
Use this mode with any stereo or Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) movie (e.g., TV, DVD, VHS).
PLIIx Music
Use this mode with any stereo or Dolby Surround (Pro Logic) music source (e.g., CD, radio, cassette, TV, VHS, DVD).
PLIIx Game
This mode is for use with DTS-ES Discrete soundtracks, which use a discrete surround back channel for true 6.1/7.1-channel playback. The seven totally separate audio channels provide better spatial imaging and 360-degree 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.
Use this mode with video games, especially those that bear the Dolby Pro Logic II logo.
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DTS-ES Matrix
This mode is for use with DTS-ES Matrix soundtracks, which use a matrix-encoded back-channel for 6.1/7.1-channel playback. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS-ES logo, especially those with a DTS-ES Matrix soundtrack.
DTS Neo:6
this by analyzing the composition of the surround source, optimizing the ambient and directional sounds to produce the surround back channel output. This is a new and improved mode especially for home theater use.
THX Music Mode
This mode expands any 2-channel source for 6.1-channel playback. It uses six full-bandwidth channels of matrix decoding for matrix-encoded material, providing a very natural and seamless surround sound experience that fully envelops the listener.
Neo:6 Cinema
This mode is designed for use with music. It expands Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1-channel sources for 7.1channel playback.
THX Games Mode
This mode is designed for use with video games.

THX Surround EX or
Use this mode with any stereo movie (e.g., TV, DVD, VHS).
Neo:6 Music
Use this mode with any stereo music source (e.g., CD, radio, cassette, TV, VHS, DVD).
Dolby Digital + Neo:6 DTS+Neo:6
This mode expands Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback. Its especially suited to Dolby Digital EX sources. THX Surround EX, also known as Dolby Digital Surround EX, is a joint development between Dolby Laboratories and THX Ltd.
This mode uses Neo:6 to expand 5.1-channel Dolby Digital and DTS sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback. Use it with DVDs that bear the Dolby Digital or DTS logo and feature a 5.1-channel soundtrack.
Neural Surround (North American models only)
Onkyo Original DSP Modes

Mono Movie
This mode is suitable for old movies and other mono sources. The center speaker outputs the sound as it is, while reverb is applied to the sound output by the other speakers, giving presence to even mono material.
Orchestra
Neural Surround represents the latest advancement in surround technology developed for music and is adopted by XM Satellite Radio for digital radio broadcast of surround recordings and live events in surround sound. Neural Surround employs psychoacoustic frequencydomain processing, which allows delivery of a more detailed sound stage, with superior channel separation and localization of audio elements. System playback is scalable from 5.1 to 7.1 multichannel surround playback.
THX
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.
Unplugged
Suitable for acoustic instruments, vocals, and jazz, this mode emphasizes the front stereo image, giving the impression of being right in front of the stage.
Studio-Mix
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 Cinema
Suitable for rock or pop music, listening to music in this mode creates a lively sound eld with a powerful acoustic image, like being at a club or rock concert.
TV Logic
This mode is for watching movies, which are typically recorded and edited on the assumption that they will be played in a sizable place like a movie theater. It carefully optimizes the tonal and spatial characteristics of the soundtrack for reproduction in the smaller home-theater environment. It can be used with 2-channel sources processed with other formats, and multichannel sources. Surround back speaker output depends on the source material and the selected listening mode.
THX Cinema2
This mode adds realistic acoustics to TV shows produced in a TV studio, surround effects to the entire sound, and clarity to voices.
All Ch Stereo
Ideal for background music, this mode lls the entire listening area with stereo sound from the front, surround, and surround back speakers.
Full Mono
This mode expands Dolby Digital and DTS 5.1channel sources for 7.1-channel playback. It does
In this mode, all speakers output the same sound in mono, so the sound you hear is the same regardless of where you are within the listening room.
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Using the Re-EQ
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
RECEIVER
INPUT SELECTOR
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
10
11
+10
D TUN
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
--/---
TV INPUT
GUIDE TOP MENU
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
VOL
With the Re-EQ, you can soften overly bright movie soundtracks, which are typically mixed for reproduction in a movie theater. Re-EQ can be used with the following listening modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, PLII/IIx Movie, DTS, DTS-ES, DTS Neo:6 Cinema, DTS 96/24, Dolby/DTS+PLIIx Movie, Dolby/DTS+Neo:6, DTS+Dolby EX, THX Surround EX, THX Cinema2 and THX Cinema.
PREVIOUS MENU
1
SETUP
SP A / B
MUTING
RECEIVER
ENTER
PLAYLIST/CAT RETURN
ENTER PLAYLIST/CAT
SETUP
Re-EQ
Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, and then press the [Re-EQ] button repeatedly to select: On: Re-EQ on. Off: Re-EQ off.
Re-EQ L NIGHT
Using the Audio Adjust Settings

The Audio Adjust settings only affect speaker set A.
RC-650M
1
RECEIVER
Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [SETUP] button.
Using the Late Night Function (Dolby Digital only)

With the Late Night function, you can reduce the dynamic range of Dolby Digital material so that you can still hear quiet parts even when listening at low volume levelsideal for watching movies late at night when you dont want to disturb anyone.
SETUP
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 5. Audio Adjust, and then press [ENTER].
RECEIVER
L NIGHT
Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, and then press the [L NIGHT] button repeatedly to select: Off: Late Night function off. Low: Small reduction in dynamic range. High: Big reduction in dynamic range.
Notes: The effect of the Late Night function depends on the Dolby Digital material that you are playing, and with some material there will be little or no effect. The Late Night function is set to Off when the AV receiver is set to Standby.
Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change the setting. Press the Down [ ] button to select the next setting. Repeat this step for the other settings.
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SETUP
Press the [SETUP] button. Setup closes.
The Audio Adjust settings are explained below.
Input Channel Settings

Multiplex This setting determines which channel is output from a stereo multiplex source. Use it to select audio channels or languages with multiplex sources, multilingual TV broadcasts, and so on. Main: The main channel is output (default). Sub: The sub channel is output. M/S: Both the main and sub channels are output. Mono (2ch) This setting determines which channel is output when the Mono listening mode is used with a stereo source. L+R: Both the left and right channels are output (default). L: Only the left channel is output. R: Only the right channel is output.
Center Width With this setting, you can adjust the width of the sound from the center speaker when using the Pro Logic II Music or Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. Normally, the center channel sound is output by only the center speaker. (If youre not using a center speaker, the center channel sound will be distributed to the front left and right speakers to create a phantom center). This setting adjusts the front left, right, and center mix, allowing you to adjust the weight of the center channel sound. It can be adjusted from 0 to 7 (default value is 3).
DTS Neo:6 Music Mode Setting

Center Image The DTS Neo:6 Music listening mode creates 6-channel surround sound from 2-channel (stereo) sources. With this setting, you can specify by how much the front left and right channel output is attenuated in order to create the center channel. It can be adjusted from 0 to 5 (default value is 2). This setting has no effect if no center speaker is connected. When set to 0, the front left and right channel output is attenuated by half (6 dB), giving the impression that the sound is located centrally. This setting works well when the listening position is considerably off center. When set to 5, the front left and right channels are not attenuated, maintaining the original stereo balance.
Mono Setting
Mono Out Sp This setting determines which speakers output mono audio when the Mono listening mode is selected. L/R: Mono audio is output from the front left and right speakers. C: Mono audio is output from the center speaker (default).
Dolby Digital EX Input Signal Setting

Dolby EX This setting determines how Dolby Digital EX signals are handled. This setting is unavailable if no surround back speakers are connected or speaker set B is on. Auto: If the source signal contains a Dolby Digital EX ag, the Dolby Digital EX listening mode is used, and THX Surround EX can be selected from among the THX listening modes (default). Manual: You can select Pro Logic IIx Movie, Pro Logic IIx Music, Dolby Digital, or Dolby Digital EX.
PLII and PLIIx Music Mode Settings

These settings apply to only 2-channel (stereo) sources. Panorama With this setting, you can broaden the width of the front stereo image when using the Pro Logic II Music or Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. On: Panorama function on. Off: Panorama function off (default). Dimension With this setting, you can move the sound eld forward or backward when using the Pro Logic II Music or Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. The default value is 3. It can be adjusted from 0 to 6. Higher settings move the sound eld forward. Lower settings move it backward. If the stereo image feels too wide, or theres too much surround sound, move the sound eld forward to improve the balance. Conversely, if the stereo image feels like its in mono, or theres not enough surround sound, move it backward.
Multichannel Subwoofer Setting

SW Sens On some DVD players, the signal from the multichannel subwoofer output is 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. You can select 0 dB (default), +5 dB, +10 dB, or +15 dB. If you nd that your subwoofer is too loud, try the +10 dB or +15 dB setting.
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LFE Level Setting
With this setting, you can set the level of the LFE (Low Frequency Effects) channel for Dolby Digital and DTS. The level can be set to , 10 dB, or 0 dB (default). If you nd that the low-frequency effects are too loud when using one of these sources, set the level to 10 dB or dB.
4
SETUP
The THX Audio settings are explained below.
Vol Display
With this preference, you can choose how the volume level is displayed. Abs (Absolute): Display range is MIN, 1 through 99, MAX. Rel (Relative): Display range is dB, 830+16 dB (default). The absolute value 84 is equivalent to the relative value 0 dB.
BGC (Boundary Gain Compensation) Setting

A rooms boundaries (i.e., walls) and their construction may make bass sounds louder when the listening position or subwoofer is positioned close to such a boundary. This is called the boundary gain effect. With this setting, you can compensate for this and achieve a more accurate and atter bass response. On: Boundary Gain Compensation on. Off: Boundary Gain Compensation off (default).
Using the THX Audio Settings

The THX Audio settings only affect speaker set A.
SB Spc (Surround Back Spacing) Setting

This setting is only available if the SurrBack ch setting in the Speaker Conguration is set to 2ch. With this setting, you can specify the distance between your surround back speakers. To get the best from THXs ASA (Advanced Speaker Array) technology, these speakers should be placed as close together as possible. 01 ft (00.3 m) (Default): Select this if the speakers are between 0 and 1 foot (030 cm) apart. 14 ft (0.31.2 m): Select this if the speakers are between 1 and 4 feet (0.31.2 m) apart. >4 ft (>1.2 m): Select this if the speakers are more than 4 feet (1.2 m) apart.
1
RECEIVER
SETUP
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 6. THX Audio, and then press [ENTER].
Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change the setting. Press the Down [ ] button to select the next setting. Repeat this step for the other settings.
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Recording
This section explains how to record the selected input source to a component with recording capability, and how to record audio and video from different sources.
Recording Audio and Video from Separate Sources

You can overdub audio onto your video recordings by simultaneously recording audio and video from two separate sources. This is possible because only the audio source is switched when an audio-only input source, such as TAPE, TUNER, or CD, is selected, the video source remains the same. In the following example, audio from the CD player connected to the CD IN jacks, and video from the camcorder connected to the VIDEO 3 INPUT VIDEO jack are recorded by the VCR connected to the VIDEO 1 OUT jacks.
VIDEO 3 INPUT
VIDEO L AUDIO R
Recording the Input Source

You can only record to a component thats connected to the TAPE OUT or VIDEO 1 OUT jacks. See pages 2233 for information on connecting your AV components.
1
DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VCR VIDEO 3 TAPE TUNER
CD
Remote controller
1
V1
Use the input selector buttons to select the component that you want to record. Audio signals from the selected input source are output by the TAPE OUT and VIDEO 1 OUT jacks. You can listen to the source while recording. The AV receivers VOLUME control has no effect on recording.
Camcorder video signal audio signal

SURROUND BA SPEAKERS
2
V2
3
V3
6
DVD
7
TAPE
8
TUNER
9
CD
AM
ANTENNA
FM 75
IN 3
COMPONENT VIDEO
IN 2 IN 1
L
OUT
2 3
On your recorder, start recording. Start playback on the source component.
PR
IN
OUT OUT
IN IN
IN
IN
OUT
IN
IN
L
REMOTE CONTROL
R
SUB WOOFER
CD
TAPE
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 1
DVD
Notes: You cannot record from a component thats connected to a digital input. Only analog inputs can be recorded. The surround sound effects provided by the listening modes cannot be recorded. You cannot record from a component thats connected to the multichannel DVD input. If you select another input source while recording, that input source will be recorded instead. While the Pure Audio listening mode (not North American model) is selected, the VIDEO 1 OUT V and S jacks dont output video signals, so select another mode when recording.
CD player
VCR
1. Prepare the camcorder and CD player for playback. 2. Prepare the VCR for recording. 3. Press the [VIDEO 3] input selector button. 4. Press the [CD] input selector button.
This selects the CD player as the audio source, but leaves the camcorder as the video source.
5. Start recording on the VCR, then start playback on the camcorder and CD player.
Video from the camcorder and audio from the CD player are recorded by the VCR.
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Advanced Setup
Advanced Speaker Settings
3
RECEIVER
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 3. SP Distance, and then press the [ENTER] button.
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
INPUT SELECTOR
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
10
11
+10
D TUN
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
--/---
TV INPUT
GUIDE TOP MENU
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
VOL
PREVIOUS MENU
SP A / B
MUTING
ENTER
PLAYLIST/CAT RETURN
ENTER PLAYLIST/CAT
SETUP
SETUP
While Unit is displayed, use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select feet or meters. feet: Distances in feet. Can be set from 1 to 30 feet in 1-foot steps. meters: Distances in meters. Can be set from 0.3 to 9 meters in 0.3-meter steps. Use the Down [ ] button to select Left, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to specify the distance for the front left speaker, then press the Down [ ] button to select the next speaker. Repeat step 5 for all speakers. Note: Speakers that you set to No or None in the Speaker Conguration (page 55) cannot be selected. Press the [SETUP] button. Setup closes.
SETUP
5
LEVEL+ Re-EQ HDD
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT TEST TONE CH SEL PLAY MODE DISPLAY VCR L NIGHT DVD LEVEL-
RC-650M
6
Speaker Distance
The speaker distance setting cannot be changed while a pair of headphones is connected, speaker set B is on, or the multichannel input is being used.
To get the best from surround sound, its important that the sound from each speaker reaches the listener at the same time. To achieve this, you need to specify the distance from each speaker to the listening position.
1 2
Measure and make a note of the distance from each speaker to the listening position. Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [SETUP] button on the remote controller.
RECEIVER
SETUP
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Advanced SetupContinued
Speaker Levels
With this function, you can adjust the volume of each speaker so that all speakers can be heard equally at the listening position.
The speaker levels cannot be adjusted while a pair of headphones is connected, speaker set B is on, or the AV receiver is muted. Because the AV receiver supports THX, the test tone is output at the standard level of 0 dB (relative volume setting 0). If you normally listen at volume settings below this, be careful because the test tone will be much louder.
Repeat step 3 so that the level of the test tone from each speaker is the same. Speakers that you set to No in the Speaker Conguration (page 55) do not output the test tone. If youre using a handheld sound level meter, adjust the level of each speaker so it reads 75 dB SPL at the listening position, measured with C-weighting and slow reading. Press the [SETUP] button. Setup closes. Dont forget to turn down the volume if you turned it up while setting the levels.
5
SETUP
RECEIVER
Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [SETUP] button on the remote controller.
SETUP
Note: A quicker way to adjust the speaker levels is to press the remote controllers [TEST TONE] button to output the test tone, use the [LEVEL] and [LEVEL+] buttons to adjust the levels, and use the [CH SEL] button to select the speakers.
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 4. Level Cal, and then press the [ENTER] button. A pink noise test tone is output by the front left speaker.
Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to adjust the speaker level, and use the Down [ ] button to select the next speaker. The level can be adjusted from 12 to +12 dB in 1 dB steps (15 to +12 dB for the subwoofer).
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Speaker Conguration settings only need to be changed if youre not using the speakers in this package. These settings cannot be changed while headphones are connected, speaker set B is on, or the multichannel DVD input is being used.
Use the Down [ ] button to select Surround, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Yes or No. Yes: Select if the surround speakers are connected. No: Select if no surround speakers are connected.
Speaker Conguration
These settings are used to specify which speakers are connected.
1
RECEIVER
Use the Down [ ] button to select Surr Back, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Yes or No. Yes: Select if the surround back speakers are connected. No: Select if no surround back speakers are connected.
SETUP
Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 2. SP Cong, and then press the [ENTER] button.
Use the Down [ ] button to select SurrBack ch, and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select 2ch or 1ch. 2ch: Select if two (left and right) surround back speakers are connected. 1ch: Select if one surround back speaker is connected. Note: If the Surround and Surr Back settings in steps 5 and 6 are set to No, this setting does not appear.
While the Subwoofer setting is selected, use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Yes or No. Yes: Select if a subwoofer is connected. No: Select if no subwoofer is connected. Use the Down [ ] button to select Center, and then use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Yes or No. Yes: Select if the center speaker is connected. No: Select if no center speaker is connected.
8
SETUP
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Digital Input Signal Formats
The following table shows the display indicator for each digital signal format.
Format Dolby Digital DTS PCM PCM
Correcting Sound and Picture Sync

When using progressive scanning on your DVD player, you may nd that the picture and sound are out of sync. With this setting, you can correct this by delaying the audio signals. You can set it from 0 to 100 milliseconds (ms) in 20 millisecond steps.
Display
RECEIVER
DVD
M D/CDR
Normally, the AV receiver detects the signal format automatically. However, if you experience either of the following issues when playing PCM or DTS material, you can specify the signal format as either PCM or DTS: If the beginnings of tracks from a PCM source are cut off, try the PCM setting. If noise is produced when fast forwarding or reversing a DTS CD, try the DTS setting.
TAPE
RECEIVER
INPUT SELECTOR
INPUT SELECTOR
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
10
11
+10
D TUN
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
--/---
TV INPUT
GUIDE TOP MENU
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
VOL
PREVIOUS MENU
SP A / B
MUTING
ENTER PLAYLIST/CAT
MASTER VOLUME
TUNING PRESET
PLAYLIST/CAT
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
RETURN
SETUP
ENTER
MULTI CH
DVD
VIDEO 1
VIDEO 2
VIDEO 3
TAPE
TUNER
CD
RETURN
SETUP

CLEAR
1
RECEIVER
Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button.
DIGITAL INPUT
1 2
Press and hold the AV receivers [DIGITAL INPUT] button for about 3 seconds. While Auto is displayed (about 3 seconds), press the [DIGITAL INPUT] button repeatedly to select: PCM, DTS, or Auto. PCM: Only PCM format input signals will be heard. If the input signal is not PCM, the PCM indicator will ash and there will be no sound. DTS: Only DTS format input signals will be heard. If the input signal is not DTS, the DTS indicator will ash and there will be no sound. Auto (default): The format is detected automatically. If no digital input signal is present, the corresponding analog input is used instead.
2
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
6
DVD
Press and hold, for more than 4 seconds, the input selector button for the input source that you want to correct. This can be the [DVD], [VIDEO 1], [VIDEO 2], or [VIDEO 3] input source. Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to adjust the delay from 0 to 100 milliseconds in 20 millisecond steps.
Note: This setting is not available when the Pure Audio listening mode is used, or the Direct listening mode is used with an analog input signal.
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Controlling Other Components

You can use the AV receivers remote controller (RC-650M) 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).
2
REMOTE MODE
DVD
M D/CDR
CD
HDD
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.
TV
Entering Remote Control Codes

To control another component, you must rst 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.
VCR
CABLE
SAT
DISPLAY
ON/STANDBY
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
1
V1
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
INPUT SELECTOR
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
REMOTE MODE
3
1
V1
Number buttons
D TUN
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
2
V2
3
V3
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
10
11
Within 30 seconds, use the number buttons to enter the 4-digit remote control code. The REMOTE MODE button ashes twice.
+10
--/---
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
8
TUNER
9
CD
11
TV INPUT
GUIDE TOP MENU PREVIOUS MENU
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
0
VOL
DIMMER ENT
SP A / B
MUTING
RETURN
SETUP
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT TEST TONE CH SEL PLAY MODE LEVELLEVEL+
DISPLAY
DISPLAY VCR
L NIGHT DVD
Re-EQ HDD
L NIGHT
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.
RC-650M
Notes: A remote control code cannot be entered for the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button. The remote control codes provided are correct at the time of printing, but are subject to change.
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.).
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Controlling Other ComponentsContinued

Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via
Onkyo components that are connected via 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.
Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons

You can reset a REMOTE MODE button to its default remote control code.
1
REMOTE MODE
DVD
Make sure the Onkyo component is connected with an cable and an analog audio cable (RCA). See page 33 for details. Enter the appropriate remote control code for the [DVD] or [CD] REMOTE MODE button. [DVD] REMOTE MODE button 1612: Onkyo DVD player with [CD/MD/CDR/HDD] REMOTE MODE button 1327: Onkyo CD player with 1808: Onkyo MD recorder with 1322: Onkyo CD recorder with 1993: HDD-compatible component with See the previous page for how to enter remote control codes.
M D/CDR
CD
HDD
While holding down the REMOTE MODE button that you want to reset, press the [L NIGHT] button for 3 seconds. The REMOTE MODE button lights up.
TV
VCR
CABLE
SAT
L NIGHT
2
REMOTE MODE
DVD
M D/CDR
Press the REMOTE MODE button again. The REMOTE MODE button ashes twice, indicating that its been reset.
CD
Press the [DVD] or [CD] REMOTE MODE button, point the remote controller at the AV receiver, and operate the component.
HDD
TV
VCR
If you want to control an Onkyo component by pointing the remote controller directly at it, or you want to control an Onkyo component thats not connected via , use the following remote control codes: [DVD] REMOTE MODE button 0627: Onkyo DVD player without (default) [CD/MD/CDR/HDD] REMOTE MODE button 1817: Onkyo CD player without (default) 0868: Onkyo MD recorder without 1323: Onkyo CD recorder without 1990: HDD-compatible component without Note: If you connect an -capable Onkyo MD recorder, CD recorder, or HDD-compatible component to the TAPE IN/OUT or VIDEO 2 jacks, for remote operation to work properly, you must set the Input Display to MD, CDR, or HDD (see page 35).
CABLE
SAT
The [DVD] and [CD] REMOTE MODE buttons are preprogrammed with remote control codes for controlling Onkyo DVD players and CD players respectively. When these buttons are reset, the preprogrammed code is restored.
Resetting the Remote Controller

You can reset the remote controller to its default settings.
RECEIVER
L NIGHT
While holding down the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, press the [L NIGHT] button for 3 seconds. The [RECEIVER] button lights up.
2
RECEIVER
Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button again. The [RECEIVER] button ashes twice, indicating that its been reset.
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Controlling Other ComponentsContinued

To control another component, point the remote controller at it and use the buttons explained below. (You must select the appropriate remote control mode rst.) With some AV components, certain buttons may not work as expected, and some may not work at all. Controlling a TV Controlling a VCR Controlling a Satellite or Cable Receiver
A
ON/STANDBY
A
REMOTE MODE
ON/STANDBY
A
REMOTE MODE
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
RECEIVER
TAPE
DVD
M D/CDR
INPUT SELECTOR
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
Press [TV] rst
INPUT SELECTOR
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
2
Press [VCR] rst
D TUN
INPUT SELECTOR
1
V1
2
V2
3
V3
CD
HDD
2
Press [SAT] rst
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
4 7
TAPE
5
MULTI CH
6
DVD
TV
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
10
11
+10
D TUN
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
--/---
2 3 4 5 6 7
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
8
TUNER
9
CD
VCR
12
CABLE
10
11
10
11
+10
D TUN
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
+10
--/---
0
ENT DIMMER
CLR
SLEEP
SAT
--/---
3
VOL
PREVIOUS MENU
TV INPUT
GUIDE TOP MENU
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
VOL
INPUT
PREVIOUS MENU
TV
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
TV INPUT
VOL
DISC ALBUM
CH
VOL
GUIDE TOP MENU
GUIDE TOP MENU
PREVIOUS MENU
SP A / B
MUTING
SP A / B
MUTING
SP A / B
MUTING
ENTER PLAYLIST/CAT PLAYLIST/CAT PLAYLIST/CAT
ENTER PLAYLIST/CAT
RETURN
SETUP
RETURN
SETUP
RETURN
SETUP
5
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
6
LEVEL+ Re-EQ HDD
AUDIO SUBTITLE RANDOM REPEAT TEST TONE CH SEL PLAY MODE DISPLAY VCR L NIGHT DVD LEVEL-
A [ON/STANDBY], TV [ B Number buttons

Enter numbers.
]* Sets the TV to On or Standby.
A [ON/STANDBY]
Sets the VCR to On or Standby.
A [ON/STANDBY]
Sets the satellite/cable receiver to On or Standby.
B Number buttons
Select channels.
B Number buttons
Enter numbers.
C TV VOL [ ]/[ ]*
Adjusts the TVs volume.
C [CLR]
Cancels functions.
C [CLR]
Cancels functions.
D [CH +/]
Selects channels on the TV.
D [CH +/]
Selects channels on the VCR.
D [CH +/]
Selects satellite/cable channels.
E [PREVIOUS]
Selects the previous channel.
E [ ], [ ], [ ]
Pause, Play, Stop.
E [PREVIOUS]
Selects the previous channel.
F [TV INPUT]*
Selects the TVs VCR input.
F [
], [ ]
], [ ] Rewind and Fast forward.
F [GUIDE]
Displays the program guide.
G [ ], [ ], [ ], [
Operates the VCR.
G [ENTER]
Conrms the selection.
* Buttons marked with an asterisk (*) are exclusively for controlling a TV and can be used at anytime regardless of the current remote controller mode.
H [ ]/[ ]/[ ]/[ ]

Selects menu items.
I [ ], [ ], [ ], [
Operates the VCR.
], [
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Troubleshooting
If you have any trouble using the 7.1ch THX Certied Digital Surround Receiver and Speaker Package, look for a solution in this section. If you cant 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 the [VIDEO 1] button, press the [STANDBY/ON] button. Clear will appear on the display and the AV receiver will enter Standby mode.
VIDEO 1
STANDBY/ON
VCR
Note that resetting the AV receiver will delete your radio presets and custom settings.
Power
Cant turn on the AV receiver Make sure that the power cord is plugged into the wall outlet properly. Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, wait 5 seconds or more, then plug it in again. The AV receiver turns off as soon as its turned on The amp protection circuit has been activated. Remove the power cord from the wall outlet immediately. Disconnect all speaker cables and input sources, and leave the AV receiver with its power cord disconnected for 1 hour. After that, reconnect the power cord and set the volume to maximum. If the AV receiver stays on, set the volume to minimum, disconnect the power cord, and reconnect your speakers and input sources. If the AV receiver turns off when you set the volume to maximum, disconnect the power cord, and contact your Onkyo dealer.
home theater enjoyment and has a wide volume range for precise adjustment. If the MUTING indicator is shown on the display, press the remote controllers [MUTING] button to unmute the AV receiver (page 43). While a pair of headphones is connected to the PHONES jack, no sound is output by the speakers (page 44). Check the digital audio output settings on the connected device. On some games consoles, such as those that can play DVDs, the default setting is off. With some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an audio format from a menu. If your turntable doesnt have a phono preamp built-in, you must connect one between it and the AV receiver. If your turntable uses an MC cartridge, you must connect an MC head amp, or an MC transformer and a phono preamp. Specify the speaker distances and adjust the individual speaker levels (pages 53, 54). The input signal format is set to PCM or DTS. Set it to Auto (page 56).
Only the front speakers produce sound When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected, only the front speakers and subwoofer produce sound. Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (page 55). Only the center speaker produces sound If you use the Pro Logic IIx Movie, Pro Logic IIx Music, or Pro Logic IIx Game listening mode with a mono source, such as an AM radio station or mono TV program, the sound is concentrated in the center speaker. Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (page 55). The surround speakers produce no sound When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected, the surround speakers produce no sound (page 47). Depending on the source and current listening mode, not much sound may be produced by the surround speakers. Try selecting another listening mode. Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (page 55). The center speaker produces no sound When the Stereo or Mono listening mode is selected, the center speaker produces no sound (page 47). Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (page 55). The surround back speakers produce no sound While speaker set B is on, speaker set A is reduced to 5.1-channel playback and the surround back speakers produce no sound.
Audio
Theres no sound or its very quiet Make sure that the digital input source is selected properly (page 35). Press the [DIGITAL INPUT] button repeatedly. Make sure the speker set A or B is on (page 8). Make sure that all audio connecting plugs are pushed in all the way (page 22). Make sure that the polarity of the speaker cables is correct, and that the bare wire is in contact with metal part of each speaker terminal (page 19) Make sure that the speaker cables are not shorting. Check the volume. It can be set to , 83 throught +16 dB (page 37). The AV receiver is designed for
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TroubleshootingContinued
The surround back speakers are not used with all listening modes. Select another listening mode (page 47). Not much sound may be produced by the surround back speakers with some sources. Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (page 55). The subwoofer produces no sound The level of the input signal was too low so the subwoofer entered Standby mode. Increase the subwoofer level slightly on the HT-R940. Make sure that the subwoofers [POWER] switch is set to ON (not North American models). The subwoofers OUTPUT LEVEL control is set at minimum. Turn it up. The subwoofer outputs no sound while only speaker set B is on. Turn on speaker set A. When you play source material that contains no information in the LFE channel, the subwoofer produces no sound. Make sure the speakers are congured correctly (page 55). Speaker set B produces no sound Speaker set B only outputs sources that are connected to an analog input. Make sure that the analog audio cables are connected properly. Theres no sound with a certain signal format Check the digital audio output setting on the connected device. On some games consoles, such as those that can play DVDs, the default setting is off. With some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an audio output format from a menu. Cant get 6.1- or 7.1-channel playback While speaker set B is on, speaker set A is reduced to 5.1-channel playback. The volume cannot be set to +16 dB When the volume level of each speaker has been adjusted (pages 44, 54), the maximum possible volume may be reduced. Noise can be heard Using cable ties to bundle audio cables with power cords, speaker cables, and so on may degrade the audio performance, so dont do it. An audio cable may be picking up interference. Try repositioning your cables. The Late Night function doesnt work Make sure the source material is Dolby Digital (page 49). The multichannel DVD input doesnt work Check the multichannel DVD input connections (page 26). To select the multichannel DVD input, press the [MULTI CH] input selector button. Check the audio output settings on your DVD player. About DTS signals When playing DTS program material, using the pause, fast forward, or fast reverse function on your player may produce a short audible noise. This is not a malfunction. When DTS program material ends and the DTS bitstream stops, the AV receiver remains in DTS listening mode and the DTS indicator remains on. This is to prevent noise when you use the pause, fast forward, or fast reverse function on your player. If you switch your player from DTS to PCM, because the AV receiver does not switch formats immediately, you may not hear any sound, in which case you should stop your player for about 3 seconds, and then resume playback. With some CD players, you wont 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 doesnt recognize it as a genuine DTS signal. In such cases, you may hear noise.
Video
Theres no picture Make sure that all video connecting plugs are pushed in all the way (page 22). Make sure that each video component is properly connected. The AV receiver does not convert component video input signals to other formats, so if a video source component is connected to a component video input, your TV must be connected to the component video output (page 23). On your TV, make sure that the video input to which the AV receiver is connected is selected. While the Pure Audio listening mode (not North American model) is selected, the video circuits are turned off and the AV receiver outputs no video signals.
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Tuner
Reception is noisy, stereo FM reception suffers from hiss, or the FM STEREO indicator doesnt appear Relocate your antenna. Move the AV receiver away from your TV or computer. Listen to the station in mono (page 39). When listening to an AM station, operating the remote controller may cause noise. Passing cars and airplanes can cause interference. Concrete walls weaken radio signals. If nothing improves the reception, install an outdoor antenna.
Recording
Cant record On your recorder, make sure the correct input is selected. To prevent signal loops and damage to the AV receiver, input signals are not fed through to outputs with the same name (e.g., TAPE IN to TAPE OUT, or VIDEO 1 IN to VIDEO 1 OUT). When the Pure Audio listening mode (not North American model) is selected, recording is not possible because no video signals are output. Select another listening mode.
Others
The sound changes when I connect my headphones When a pair of headphones is connected, the listening mode is set to Stereo, unless its already set to Stereo, Mono, Direct, or Pure Audio (not North American model). The display doesnt work The display is turned off when the Pure Audio listening mode (not North American model) is selected. How do I change the language of a multiplex source Use the Multiplex setting on the Audio Adjust menu to select Main or Sub (page 50). The functions dont work To use , you must make an connection and an analog audio connection (RCA) between the component and AV receiver, even if they are connected digitally (page 33).
Remote Controller
The remote controller doesnt work Make sure that the batteries are installed with the correct polarity (page 13). Make sure that the remote controller is not too far away from the AV receiver, and that theres no obstruction between the remote controller and the AV receivers remote control sensor (page 13). Make sure youve selected the correct remote controller mode (page 14). Make sure youve entered the correct remote control code (page 57). Cant control other components Make sure youve selected the correct remote controller mode (page 14). If youve connected an -capable Onkyo MD recorder, CD recorder, or next generation HDD-compatible component to the TAPE IN/OUT jacks, or a DS-A1 Remote Interactive Dock to the VIDEO 2 IN jacks, for the remote controller to work properly, you must set the Input Display to MD, CDR, or HDD (see page 35). The entered remote control code may not be correct. If more than one code is listed, try each one. With some AV components, certain buttons may not work as expected, and some may not work at all. To control an Onkyo component thats connected via , point the remote controller at the AV receiver. Be sure to enter the appropriate remote control code rst (see page 58). To control an Onkyo component thats not connected via , or another manufacturers component, point the remote controller at the component. Be sure to enter the appropriate remote control code rst (see page 57).
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The AV receiver contains a microcomputer for signal processing and control functions. In very rare situations, severe interference, noise from an external source, or static electricity may cause it to lockup. In the unlikely event that this happens, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet, wait at least ve seconds, and then plug it back in again. Onkyo is not responsible for damages (such as CD rental fees) due to unsuccessful recordings caused by the units malfunction. Before you record important data, make sure that the material will be recorded correctly. Before disconnecting the power cord from the wall outlet, set the AV receiver to Standby. Memory Backup The AV receiver uses a battery-less memory backup system in order to retain radio presets and other settings when its unplugged or in the case of a power failure. Although no batteries are required, the AV receiver must be plugged into an AC outlet in order to charge the backup system. Once it has been charged, the AV receiver will retain the settings for several weeks, although this depends on the environment and will be shorter in humid climates.
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. 1. While holding down the input selector button for the input source that you want to set, press the [SETUP] button. 2. Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to change the setting. 3. Press the [SETUP] button when youve nished. Video Attenuation This setting can be made for the DVD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, or VIDEO 3 input. If you have a games console connected to an S-Video or composite video input, and the picture isnt very clear, you can attenuate the gain. Video ATT:0: (default). Video ATT:2: Gain is reduced by 2 dB.
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Specications
Amplier Section
Rated Output Power (FTC) All channels: 110 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven at 1 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.9% Rated Output Power (IEC) 7 ch 130 W at 8 ohms, 1 kHz, 1 ch driven Dynamic Power 230 W + 230 W (3, Front) 170 W + 170 W (4, Front) 120 W + 120 W (8, Front) THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) 0.08% (Power Rated) Damping Factor 60 (Front, 1kHz, 8) Input Sensitivity and Impedance 200 mV/ 47 k (LINE) Output Level and Impedance 200 mV/ 470 (REC OUT) Frequency Response 5 Hz100 kHz/ +1 dB3 dB (Direct mode) Tone Control 10 dB, 80 Hz (BASS) 10 dB, 20 kHz (TREBLE) Signal to Noise Ratio 100 dB (CD, IHF-A) Speaker Impedance 816
General
Power Supply Power Consumption Standby Power Consumption Dimensions (W H D) Weight North American: AC 120 V, 60 Hz European: AC 230-240 V, 50Hz North American: 5.9 A European: 670 W North American: 0.2 W European: 0.4 W 435 151 377 mm 17-1/8" 5-15/16" 14-13/16" North American: 9.6 kg 21.2 lbs. European: 10.2 kg 22.5 lbs.
Video Inputs
Component S-Video Composite IN1, IN2, IN3 DVD, VIDEO1, VIDEO2 DVD, VIDEO1, VIDEO2, VIDEO3
Video Outputs
Component S-Video Composite MONITOR MONITOR, VIDEO1 MONITOR, VIDEO1
Video Section
Input Sensitivity/Output Level and Impedance 1 Vp-p /75 (Component and S-Video Y) 0.7 Vp-p /75 (Component PB/CB, PR/CR) 0.28 Vp-p /75 (S-Video C) 1 Vp-p /75 (Composite) Component Video Frequency Response 5 Hz 50 MHz
Audio Inputs
Digital Inputs Analog Inputs Multichannel Inputs Optical: 3 Coaxial: 1 DVD (MULTICHANNEL), VIDEO1, VIDEO2, VIDEO3, TAPE, CD 7.1
Audio Outputs
Analog Outputs TAPE, VIDEO1 Subwoofer Pre Outputs 1 Speaker Outputs SP A (L, R, C, SL, SR, SBL, SBR) SP B (L, R) Phones 1
Tuner Section
FM
Tuning Frequency Range Usable Sensitivity Signal to Noise Ratio THD Frequency Response Stereo Separation North American: 87.5 MHz 107.9 MHz European: 87.5 MHz 108.0 MHz Stereo: 22.2 dBf (75 IHF) Mono: 15.2 dBf (75 IHF) Stereo: 67 dB (IHF-A) Mono: 73 dB (IHF-A) Stereo: 0.5% (1 kHz) Mono: 0.3% (1 kHz) 30 Hz15 kHz / 1 dB 40 dB (1 kHz)
Specications and features are subject to change without notice.
AM
Tuning Frequency Range Usable Sensitivity Signal to Noise Ratio THD North American: 530 kHz1710 kHz European: 522 kHz1611 kHz 300 V/m 40 dB 0.7%
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SpecicationsContinued
Speaker
Powered Subwoofer (SKW-940)
Type: Acoustic Suspension Input sensitivity/impedance: 330 mV / 100 k Maximum output power: 230 W (Dynamic Power) Frequency response: 20 Hz100 Hz Cabinet capacity: 1.73 cubic feet (49 L) Dimensions (W H D): 14-15/16" 17-1/16" 16-7/8" (380 444 429 mm) Weight: 34.2 lbs. (15.5 kg) Drivers unit: 12 inch (30 cm) Cone Woofer Power supply: North American: AC 120 V, 60 Hz European: AC 230-240 V, 50 Hz Power consumption: North American: 140 W European: 137 W Other: Auto Standby function
Center Speaker (SKC-940C)

Type: Impedance: Maximum input power: Output sound pressure level: Frequency response: Crossover frequency: Cabinet capacity: Dimensions (W H D): Weight: Speaker: Terminal: Other: 2 Way Acoustic Suspension 8 130 W 83 dB/W/m 50 Hz45 kHz 2 kHz 0.27 cubic feet (7.5 L)
17-1/16" 6-1/4" 7-13/16" (433 158 199 mm) 11.7 lbs. (5.3 kg) 5 inch (12 cm) A-OMF Cone Woofer 2 1 inch (2.5 cm) Soft Dome Tweeter Banana-plug compatible speaker posts Magnetic shielding
Front Speaker (SKF-940F)

Type: Impedance: Maximum input power: Output sound pressure level: Frequency response: Crossover frequency: Cabinet capacity: Dimensions (W H D): Weight: Drivers unit: Terminal: Other: 2 Way Acoustic Suspension 8 130 W 83 dB/W/m 50 Hz45 kHz 2 kHz 0.27 cubic feet (7.5 L)
6-1/4" 17-1/16" 7-13/16" (158 433 199 mm) 11.7 lbs. (5.3 kg) 5 inch (12 cm) A-OMF Cone Woofer 2 1 inch (2.5 cm) Soft Dome Tweeter Banana-plug compatible speaker posts Magnetic shielding
Surround Speaker (SKM-940S/SKB-940)

Type: Impedance: Maximum input power: Output sound pressure level: Frequency response: Crossover frequency: Cabinet capacity: Dimensions (W H D): Weight: Speaker: Terminal: 2 Way Acoustic Suspension 8 130 W 81 dB/W/m 50 Hz45 kHz 2 kHz 0.16 cubic feet (4.6 L) 7-7/8" 10-13/16" 6-5/8" (200 275 169 mm) 7.7 lbs. (3.5 kg) 5-1/8 inch (13 cm) A-OMF Cone Woofer 1 inch (2.5 cm) Soft Dome Tweeter Banana-plug compatible speaker posts
Specications and appearance are subject to change without prior notice.
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Contents

7.1ch THX Certied Digital Surround Receiver and Speaker Package

Enjoying the Listening Modes ..... 45

Advanced Operation ..................... 53

Troubleshooting ............................ 60 Specications................................ 64

Important Safety Instructions

For U.S. models

For Canadian Models

Modle pour les Canadien

PrecautionsContinued For British models

Using Close to a TV or Computer

For European Models

Input Signal Warning

ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH

AV receiver (HT-R940) Subwoofer (SKW-940)

Speaker cable for front speakers 15 ft. (4.5 m)

AM loop antenna THX Ultimate Demo Disc

Speaker cables for surround speakers 30 ft. (9 m)

Front speakers (SKF-940F) RCA cable for subwoofer connection 10 ft. (3 m)

Surround and Surround back speakers (SKM-940S/SKB-940)

Getting Started in Five Easy Steps

Connect the AV receiver to your AV system.

SURROUND BACK SPEAKERS

DIGITAL IN COA XIAL OPTICAL 1

Y VIDEO 2 PB VIDEO 1 DVD MONITOR OUT

With the hookup complete, youre ready to switch on.

First Time Setup

Digital Input Input Display

Playing Your AV Components

Enjoying movies and music.

Using the Listening Modes

Time to really enjoy your home theater system!

Enjoying Home Theater

Speaker set B On Off

Speaker Set A: Main Room

1/3 wall length

Speaker Set B: Sub Room

Listening to the Radio.............................. 39

Getting to Know the AV Receiver ............10 Remote Controller.....................................13 Speakers ....................................................18

Enjoying the Listening Modes

Controlling Other Components............... 57

Turning On & First Time Setup

Getting to Know the AV Receiver

VCR VIDEO 3 INPUT PHONES

VCR VIDEO 3 INPUT PHONES

O (European model only)

A STANDBY/ON button (34)

B STANDBY indicator (34)

C Remote-control sensor (13)

G MASTER VOLUME control (37)

E Input selector buttons (37)

H PHONES jack (44)

Getting to Know the AV ReceiverContinued

P MEMORY button (40)

J TONE, [], and [+] buttons (43)

Q TUNING MODE button (39)