Onkyo TXSR 501 Owners Manual

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ON KYO®

AV Receiver

T X-SR501
T X-SR501 E

Instruction Manual

Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making con-
nections and plugging in the unit.

Following the instructions in this manual will enable you
to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment
from your new AV Receiver.

Please retain this manual for future reference.

Contents

Introduction

Important Safeguard
Precautions ...............
Supplied Accessories
Features ....................
Before Using the TX-SRSOl/TX-SRSOIE.
Controls & Connectors ...............................

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Connections

Connecting Your AV Components ................
Connecting [RI-compatible AV Components
Installing Your Speakers ............................... ..
Connecting Antenna ............................................... 22

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Powering Up & Setting Up the TX-SR501/
TX-SRSOIE...

Important-First Time Setup....

Configuring Speaker Set A ..................................... 26

Operation

Playing Your AV Components.
Using the Tuner
Common Functions..
Using the Listening Modes
Audio Adjust Functions..
Recording ........................

Remote Controller

Using the Remote Controller RC-479S with Your
Other AV Components... ..40

Using the Remote Controller RC-518M With You
Other AV Components ........................................ 41

Appendix

Troubleshooting
Specifications....

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WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED
SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance

AVIS

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIOUE
DO NOT OPEN NE PAS OUVRIFI

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
trianzl is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulatcd
rous voltage" within the products enclosure that may be of
SHIT! ent magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons,

(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Important Safeguards

Read InstructionsiAll the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.

Retain InstructionsiThe safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.

Heed WarningsiAll warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.

Follow InstructionsiAll operating and use instructions
should be followed.

CleaningiUnplug the appliance from the wall outlet before
cleaning. The appliance should be cleaned only as recom-
mended by the manufacturer.

AttachmentsiDo not use attachments not recommended by
the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

Water and Moisture~Do not use the appliance near water
ifor example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laun-
dry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the
like.

AccessoriesiDo not place the appliA
ance on an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table. The appliance may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or
adult, and serious damage to the appli7
ance. Use only with a cart, stand, tri-
pod, bracket, or table recommended by
the manufacturer, or sold with the
appliance. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the
manufacturers instructions, and should use a mounting acces-
sory recommended by the manufacturer.

An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

SZIZSA

. VentilationiSlots and openings in the cabinet are provided for

ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and
to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be
blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by
placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar sut>
face. The appliance should not be placed in a builtlin installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided.
There should be free space of at least 8 in. (20 cm) and an openA
ing behind the appliance.

. Power SourceFThe appliance should be operated only from

the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you
are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult
your appliance dealer or local power company.

. Grounding or PolarizationiThe appliance may be equipped

with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the
plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.

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18.

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20.

Power Cord ProtectioniPower-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention
to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the appliance.

Outdoor Antenna Groundingilf an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the appliance, be sure the antenna or
cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection
against voltage surges and built~up static charges. Article 810 of
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides infor-
mation with regard to proper grounding of the mast and support-
ing structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antennaAdischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure l.
LightningiFor added protection for the appliance during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and discon-
nect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to
the appliance due to lightning and power»line surges.

Power LinekAn outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines
or circuitst When installing an outside antenna system, extreme
care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

. OverloadingiDo not overload wall outlets, extension cords,

or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.

Object and Liquid EntryiNever push objects of any kind
into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangers
ous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance.
ServicingiDo not attempt to service the appliance yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous volt-
age or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service per-
sonnel.

Damage Requiring Service~Unplug the appliance form the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:

When the poweresupply cord or plug is damaged,

If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the appli-
HIICE,

If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water,

If the appliance does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covA
ered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will often require
extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance
to its nomIal operation,

If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance 7
this indicates a need for service.

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Connecting Your AV Components-Continued

l Turntable with an MC-type (Moving Coil) Cartridge
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SRSOI/
TX-SRSOIES L/R TAPE IN connectors to the audio outputs
on your phone preamp Use another RCA/phono audio cable
to connect the phono preamps inputs to your MC head amps
outputs. And use another RCA/phono audio cable to connect
the MC head amps inputs to your turntable, as shown.

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Connecting a Cassette Recorder

Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SRSOI/
TX-SRSOIEs L/R TAPE IN connectors to the cassette
recorders outputs, and use another RCA/phono audio cable
to connect the TX-SRSOI/TX-SRSOIEs L/R TAPE OUT
connectors to the cassette recorders inputs, as shown

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Connecting a DAT or CD/MD Recorder

I Using Coaxial or Optical Connections (playback only)

- Use a coaxial digital audio cable to connect the TX-SRSO 1/
TX-SRSO lEs COAXIAL DIGITAL INPUT to the coaxial
output on your DAT or CD/MD recorder, as shown.

OR

- Use an optical digital audio cable to connect the
TX-SRSOI/TX-SRSOIEs OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL INPUT
to the optical output on your DAT or CD/MD recorder, as
shown.

COAXIAL

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DIGITAL OUT
COAXIAL

DAT or CD/MD
recorder

You may need to change the input source to digital input
assignments (see page 24)

l Using Analog Connections (recording & playback)
Use an RCA/phono audio cable to connect the TX-SRSOI/
TX-SRSOIEs L/R TAPE IN connectors to the DAT or CD/
MD recorder outputs, and use another RCA/phono audio
cable to connect the TX-SRSOI/TX-SRSOIES L/R TAPE
OUT connectors to the DAT or CD/MD recorder inputs, as
shown

DAT or CD/MD recorder I

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Using the Listening Modes

With its built-in surround-sound decoders and DSP pro-
grams, the TX-SRSO l/TX-SRSO 1E can transform your home
listening room into a movie theater or concert hall.

To get the most from surround sound, its important that you
install and configure your speakers correctly, See installing
Your Speakers on page 20 and Configuring Speaker Set A
on page 26 for information

About the Listening Modes

The TX-SRSOI/FX-SRSOIE provides a number of listening
modes for use with various types of source material, includ-
ing Dolby Digital, DTS, Pro Logic 11, and Neo:6. In addition,
you can use the special Onkyo DSP programs, Orchestra,
Unplugged, and so on, to add surround effects to stereo
sources.

Listening mode availability depends on the format of the cur-
rently selected input signal. For example, the Dolby Digital
listening modes are available only while a Dolby Digital for-
mat signal is being received. Likewise, the DTS listening
modes are available only while a DTS format signal is being
received

The following table lists all the possible listening modes and
indicates which modes can be selected for each source for-
mat. The Speakers column lists the minimum number of
speakers (excluding subwoofer) necessary to use each mode.
The adjacent diagram graphically indicates which speakers
are actually used in that mode, If you use less than the mini-
mum number of speakers, some modes will not be available.
See page 20 for information on connecting the necessary
speakers, and see page 25 for information specifying the
number of speakers connected

Source format Analog/ 96 kHz Dolby Digital DTS
Listening mode Speakers PCM PCM 2-channel Others 5.1 6.1
Direct 2 E a E o .1 .1
Stereo 2 E E E o .1 .1 .1 .1 .1 .1
PL ll Movie 3 V V
(Pro Logic II Movie)
PL II Music a V V
(Pro Logic M Music)
Neo: Cinema 3 V
(DTS Neo:6 Cinema)
Neo: Music 4 V
(DTS Neo:6 Music)
Dolby D
(Dolby Digital) 3 V
Dolby D EX 6 V
(Dolby Digital EX)
DTS 3 M V
DTS-ES 6 Matrix 6.1 Discrete 6.1
Orchestra 4 V
Unplugged 4 V
Studio-Mix 4 V
TV Logic 4 V
All Ch St 4 .1

* This is the minimum number of speakers (excluding subwoofer) necessary to use each mode.
The adjacent diagrams graphically indicate which speakers are actually used in each mode: black means used, white means not used.

Center

From leit Froni right
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Sur back

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Using the Remote Controller RC-518M with Your Other AV Components-Continued

Cable mode

You must enter the appropriate manufacturer's
code (see page 41).

4- Cable
control
buttons

- 1. Input
Selectors

Satellite mode"

You must enter the appropriate manufacturer's
code (see page 41).

-2. CABLE/SAT

4. Satellite
control
buttons

- 1. Input
Selectors

0 Power on/off

179, 0 Enter numbers

CH+ Select next channel Select next channel preset
CH7 Select previous channel Select previous channel preset
MENU Display menu

A/V/l? Select menu items

ENT Confirm

Since you can only enter a Cable code or Satellite code for the [CABLE/SAT] button, you can use Cable

mode or Satellite mode, but not both.