Onkyo TX 108 TX 88 Owners Manual (1)

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TX -108/ 88

Computer Controlled Tuner Amplifier

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0 Thank you for purchasing the ONKYO INTEGRA TX - 108/88 Tuner-Amplifier.

0 Please read this manual thoroughly before connecting up your new tuner-amplifier,
and turning It on. I Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain
the utmost listening enjoyment from your new TX - 708/88, 0 Please keep the manual
for later reference.

CONTENTS

FEATURES ..............................
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
PRECAUTIONS .................
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
FRONT PANEL FACILITIES
OPERATIONS
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE.
SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................................................

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FEA TURES

The lntegra Series brings together all of ONKYOS innovative technology and experience to deliver audio excellence, the Integra Series
TX~108/88 Tuner Amplifiers combine the best features oi standalone tuners and amplifiers to produce the ultimate in livelike sound rer
production.

The TX-108/88 Ieatures:

0 Microcomputer controlled functions
* A logic CIICUIII'Y controls the APR (Automatic Precision Reception) system, to obtain the best possible sound quality from FM

broadcasts. ONKYO's excluswe APR system automatically selects the optimum combination of RF sensitIVity, Hirblerid, mode and

noise reduction for superb reception

* The same processor also controls the random access, random program 16 station memory, and the tuning and input selectors, for

true ease of use.

0 Control center oi your audio visual system

The Real Phase Amp offers a complete range of userselectableturictions to make theTXi 08/88 the central controlling unit of a complete

home entertainment system
4' Sound Processor:
Simulated Stereo Imager (SSll, to broaden the stereo effect and sense of space. Dynamic Bass Expander (DBE), to dynamically

boost the bass according to the Input signal level.DynamIc Transient Expander (DTE), to enhance the gain for more dramatic sound

(TX<108)
.x Multiple Inputs:

Seven input terminals for full source versatility, including direct connection for CD player, two Video cassette recorders or Video disk

player to VCR (direct A/V dubbing capability), two tape recorders, tuner and turntable.
* Remote Control:

The remote control allows preCIse adjustment of the volume level from the listening position, An LED in the control knob gives a
visual indication of the volume setting, even from the other side of the room The remote control IS capable of selecting any connected
equipment, Including all inputs, all prerset stations, CD player controls, tape controls, and muting and power swnches. The ultimate
in user-convenience

High Power Output with Real Phase

The TX»108 and TX788 deliver plenty of clean power even into low impedance loads. and have lots to spare for effortless handling of
instantaneous signal peaks, making the amplifier section: truly the equal of even much more expensive integrated amps Bnih also Feature
Onkyo's excluswe Real Phase lor clear, accurate stereo Imaging and extra definition. A special "Ianhase" transformer (In addition to
the power transformer) flattens out" the charging currents in the power supply Since the currents are no longer modulated by very low
frequency input outdofrphase Signals that could muddy the sound. As an added convenience. the back panel is equipped With heavy-duty
speaker terminals, specially designed to accomodate both single and parallel banana plugs (TXJOS).

WARNING

"TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE on
ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT expose
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN on
MOISTURE.

O The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol.
Within anequilateral triangle. is intended toalert
CAUTION 1! the user to the presence of uninsulated oanv
To REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT serous v0|iaQEwithIn1he products enclosure

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK) NO USER-SERVICEABLE that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute

PARTS INSIDE. FIEFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE 3 5" °' 6'90 5m '° mm

The exclamation point Within an equilateral

PERSONNEL" '
triangle is Intended to alert the user to the
CAU TION presence 0! important operating and mainte-
nance (serVICIngl Instructions In the literature

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK accompanying the appliance
DO NOT OPEN