Onkyo TX-SR600 User Manual

ContentsThank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver.Please read this manual thoroughly before makingconnections and plugging in the unit. Following

10Front panel facilitiesInput source buttons (DVD, VIDEO 1–4, TAPE,TUNER, PHONO (TX-SR700/700E only), and CD)[44, 45, 53]TX-SR600/600E:These buttons a

11Front panel displayFront panel facilitiesMUTING indicatorFlashes when the mute function is turned on.Listening mode or digital input format indicato

12Remote controllerSEND/LEARN indicatorLights red when signals are sent by the remote controller. It alsoflashes when a button is pressed when the bat

13Remote controllerINPUT SELECTOR buttons [44, 45, 53]Press to select an input source.Same as the input selector buttons on the front panel of the TX-

14Connections• Be sure to always refer to the instructions that came with thecomponent that you are connecting.• Do not plug in the power cord until a

15ConnectionsTX-SR700/700ETX-SR600/600EL27122974REMOTE CONTROLCAUTION: SPEAKER IMPEDANCE6 OHMS MIN. /SPEAKER ANTENNAFM75AMCOAXIALOPTICAL12ININININFRO

16Connections (TX-SR700/700E)Here is an explanation of typical ways to connect various components to the TX-SR700/700E. There are many ways that any o

17Connections (TX-SR700/700E)LREMOTE CONTROLANTENNAFM75AMCOAXIALOPTICAL12ININININFRONTSURRCENTERSUBWOOFERVIDEO 2VIDEO 1OUTOUTDIGITAL INPUTVIDEO 2DVDMO

18Connections (TX-SR700/700E)Connecting a DVD Player with 2-Channel (L/R) Audio Output4. Connecting a DVD player (DVD)Using an RCA video cable, connec

19Connections (TX-SR700/700E)5. Connecting a video cassette recorder (VIDEO 1)Using RCA video cables, connect the video output jack (composite)of the

21. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructionsshould be read before the appliance is operated.2. Retain Instructions – The safety a

20Connections (TX-SR700/700E)7. Connecting a DVD recorder or other digital video recordingdevice (VIDEO 2)Using RCA video cables, connect the video ou

21Connections (TX-SR700/700E)9. Connecting video camera, etc. (VIDEO 4 INPUT)Using an RCA video cable, connect the video output jack(composite) of the

22Operating components not reached by the remotecontroller signals (IR IN) (TX-SR700/700E only)In order to use the remote controller to control the TX

23Connecting the remote zone (Zone 2) speakers(TX-SR700/700E only)The TX-SR700/700E allows you to listen to two separate inputsources at the same time

24Connections (TX-SR600/600E)Here is an explanation of typical ways to connect various components to the TX-SR600/600E. There are many ways that any o

25Connections (TX-SR600/600E)Connecting your video componentsBelow is an example of how you can connect your video componentsto the TX-SR600/600E. Ref

263. Connecting a DVD player (DVD)Using an RCA video cable, connect the video output jack (composite)of the DVD player to the DVD VIDEO IN jack of the

27Connections (TX-SR600/600E)4. Connecting a video cassette recorder (VIDEO 1)Using RCA video cables, connect the video output jack (composite)of the

28Connections (TX-SR600/600E)6. Connecting a television monitor or projector (MONITOROUT)Using an RCA video cable, connect the video input jack (compo

29Caution:If an MD recorder is connected to the TAPE jack on the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E, switch the Input Selector from TAPE to MD (seepage 46).To con

3ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)GROUNDING CONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)GROUND CLAMPSPOWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PA

30Before connecting the speakers, it is very important to place themproperly for the optimum sound space for your listening pleasure.Be sure to refer

31SPEAKER B (TX-SR600/600E only)1. Strip away approx. 3/8 inch (10 mm)of the wire insulation.2. Twist the wire ends tightly together.3. Press the leve

32Connecting speakersL27122974REMOTE CONTROLCAUTION: SPEAKER IMPEDANCE6 OHMS MIN. /SPEAKER ANTENNAFM75AMCOAXIALOPTICAL12ININININFRONTSURRCENTERSUBWOO

33ONRCVRMODESTANDBYPOWERSTANDBY/ONSTANDBY/ON• Before you plug in the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E, confirm thatall connections have been made properly.• Tur

34Connecting the included antennasConnecting the FM indoor antenna:The FM indoor antenna is for indoor use only. During use, extend theantenna and adj

35Connecting antennasOutdoor antenna(Indoor)AM loop antennaTo TV (or VCR)To receiverConnecting an FM outdoor antennaMake sure to follow the general ru

36Configuring the speakersTo create the optimum sound space for both visual and audiopleasure, it is necessary to set the size of the speakers and the

37Configuring the speakers4. Use the and cursor buttons to select “Subwoofer”and then use the and cursor buttons to select thesubwoofer setting

38Configuring the speakersSetting the speaker distance from your normallistening positionEach speaker can be set between 1 and 30 feet (0.3 and 9 mete

39Configuring the speakers(1) Remember the volume level of this noise and then press the cursor button. The TX-SR700/700E/600/600E will now emit thepi

4ContentsBefore usingImportant Safeguards... 2Precautions ...

40Listening to Radio BroadcastsOne of the features of the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E that is mostfrequently used is its ability to play FM and AM broadcas

41Listening to Radio BroadcastsPresetting a radio station1. Tune into the radio station you desire (see “Tuninginto a radio station”).2. Press the MEM

42Listening to RDS broadcasts (European models only)Listening to RDS broadcastsRDS reception is available only on the European model and only inareas

43Listening to RDS broadcastsDisplaying Radio Text (RT)If the station you are currently tuned into is broadcasting RT signals,they will be displayed i

44Selecting an Audio ComponentBasic operation (TX-SR700/700E)If you want to perform these operations using the remote controller,first press the RCVR

45Selecting an Audio ComponentTX-SR600/600ETX-SR600/600ERemote controllerTX-SR600/600E Remote controllerMASTER VOLUMESPEAKERS A/BVOLSP A/BRCVRMODEInpu

46Notes:• You cannot select a speaker if the configuration value of thespeaker is set to “No” or “None.”• If the speaker level is set to +1 dB or high

47Selecting an Audio ComponentUsing the sleep time (remote controller only)The SLEEP button enables you to set the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E to turn off

48Using the tone control:To make bass and treble adjustment work for multichannel sources,you must first set the tone control to “On.”To turn on the t

49Listening ModesThe TX-SR700/700E/600/600E’s surround sound enables you toenjoy the presence of a movie theater or concert hall in your room.The conf

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50Listening ModesOrchestraThis mode is appropriate for classical and opera music. The centerchannel is cut and the surround channels are emphasized to

51Listening ModesSelecting a listening mode• Refer to page 49 for more details of listening modes.• Refer to page 55 for sources and listening modes.•

52Listening ModesALL ST (remote controller only): Changes the listening mode forthe signal type that is currently being input from the selected inputs

53Input SetupThis menu allows you to make the various settings concerning thesignals input from the various input sources that you use with theTX-SR70

54b. Digital FormatSets the digital signal type to which priority is given during signaldetection at the selected digital terminal. The default settin

55Relationship between input source and listening modeInput source signal Analog/PCM PCM fs96kHz Digital Format(display) (2ch) Dolby Digital DTS 2ch s

56OSD Setup and Other SettingsOSD SetupThis menu allows you to customize the OSD Setup Menu to displayin the manner you desire.To display the OSD Setu

57Audio AdjustThese settings are enabled depending on the listening mode or inputsignal.Setup Procedure1. Press the AUDIO ADJUST button.The Audio Adju

58Audio AdjustCenter ImageDTS Neo:6 derives a center channel from two-channel PCM andanalog sources.In cinema mode, for Lt/Rt film soundtracks, sounds

59Audio AdjustSettings possible for each listening modeSetting Tone Subwoofer LATE Center Panorama, Front SurroundControl (Analog/ NIGHT Image Dimensi

6FeaturesTX-SR700/700EAmplifier Features 100 W × 2 (Front)/ 100 W (Center)/ 100 W × 2(Surround)/ 100 W (Surround Back) at 8 ohms, 20 Hz -20 kHz, 0.08

60Using the remote controllerWith the TX-SR700/700E in the standby state, turn on theoutput to the remote zone (Zone 2):After pressing the ZONE 2 butt

61Recording the video from one source and the audio fromanother:You can add the sound from one source to the video of anothersource to make your own v

62Recording a source (TX-SR600/600E)Notes:• You cannot record the surround effects.• Digital signals input to the DIGITAL INPUT (COAXIAL) andDIGITAL I

63Using remote controllerTAPEoperationbuttonsRCVR MODETUNCH VOLMUTINGRCVR MODEVOLMUTINGOverviewThe RC-482M/480M remote controller is a useful tool

64Controlling an Onkyo CD playerThe connector of the Onkyo compact disc player must beconnected to the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E (see page 29).1. Press

65Using remote controllerControlling an Onkyo DVD playerThe connector of the Onkyo DVD player must be connected tothe TX-SR700/700E/600/600E (see pa

66Controlling an Onkyo MD recorderThe connector of the Onkyo MD recorder must be connected tothe TX-SR700/700E/600/600E (see page 29).1. Press the M

67Entering a pre-programming codeSEND/LEARNindicatorNumeric keysButtons thatcan be pre-programmedThe remote controller has three learning functions. O

68Pre-programming codesNote:If more than one code is given in the table,try each code one by one until you reach acode that works (i.e. if the first c

69Numeric keysNumeric keysVideo cassetterecorderoperationbuttonsOperating your programmed remote controllerAfter entering a pre-programming by followi

7Before using this unitSupplied accessoriesCheck that the following accessories are supplied with the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E.AM loop antenna × 1Remote

70Programming the commands of remote controllers forother devices into the remote controller2 to 6 inches(5 to 15 cm )Buttons that cannot be programme

71Programming the commands of remote controllers for other devices into the remotecontroller4. Press and hold down the button (that corresponds tothe

72Programming the commands of remote controllers for other devices into the remotecontrollerSEND/LEARNindicatorMODEbuttonsSEND/LEARNindicatorMODEbutto

73Using the macro functionWhat is the macro function?A macro function enables you to program a series of buttonoperations (up to 16) on the remote con

74MODE buttonsENTERMACRO 2MACRO 1Erasing a macro from the MACRO 1 (or 2) button1. Press and hold down any one of the six MODEbuttons, press the MACRO

75Macro mode programming memo:MACRO MACRO 1 MACRO 2Operation 1Operation 2Operation 3Operation 4Operation 5Operation 6Operation 7Operation 8Operation 9

76Troubleshooting guideIf a problem occurs while you are using the remote controller, firsttry to operate the controls on the front panel of the TX-SR

77Troubleshooting guideStereo indicator lights, but sound is distorted and stereoseparation is bad.• Station is too strong.➞ Change to FM indoor anten

78Troubleshooting guideIf one of the messages shown below appears“Not available with headphones use”Operation not allowed because headphones are plugg

79Specifications (TX-SR700/700E)AMPLIFIER SECTIONContinuous average power output (FTC)All channels: 100 W per channel min. RMS at 8 Ω,2 channels drive

8Front panel facilitiesHere is an explanation of the controls and displays on the front panel of the TX-SR700E/600E.Front panel<TX-SR700E><TX

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9Front panel facilitiesFor further operational instructions, see the pages indicated inbrackets [ ].POWER switch (for all models other than USA andCa