Onkyo PR-SC5509 - Manual

5 En Contents Important Safety Instructions ......................................... 2Precautions....................................................................... 3Supplied Accessories ...................................................... 4Features ..............................................

6 En Features Processing • THX Ultra2 Plus *1 Certified • Incorporates Qdeo™ *2 technology for HDMI Video Upscaling (to 4K Compatible) • HQV ® *3 -Vida Video Processing with 1080p Video upscaling of All Video Sources via HDMI • HDMI (Audio Return Channel, 3D, DeepColor, x.v.Color *4 , Lip Sync, DTS-...

7 En *1 THX and the THX logo are trademarks of THX Ltd. which may be registered in some jurisdictions. All rights reserved. *2 Qdeo and QuietVideo are trademarks of Marvell or its affiliates. *3 HQV ® (Hollywood Quality Video) is registered trademark of IDT, inc. *4 “x.v.Color” is a trademark of Son...

8 En Front & Rear Panels (North American models) (European and Asian models) Front Panel d e c f g h b a i j l m o p t q s n u w x y v k r A z

9 En For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. a 8 ON/STANDBY button ( 25 ) b Remote control sensor and transmitter ( 4 ) c Display ( 9 ) d MASTER VOLUME control and indicator ( 26 , 74 ) e HDMI THRU indicator ( 67 ) f PURE AUDIO button and indicator ( 37 ) g Input selector buttons and...

10 En a UNIVERSAL PORT jack b IR IN ( A/B ) and OUT jacks c DIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks d USB port e ETHERNET port f u REMOTE CONTROL jack g RS232 port Terminal for control. h HDMI IN and HDMI output ( HDMI OUT MAIN and HDMI OUT SUB ) jacks i MONITOR OUT V and S jacks j COMPONENT VIDEO IN a...

11 En Remote Controller For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. a 8 RECEIVER button ( 25 ) b ACTIVITIES buttons ( 46 , 85 ) c REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons ( 26 ) d Arrow q / w / e / r and ENTER buttons e SETUP button ( 48 ) f Listening Mode buttons ( 37 ) g DIMMER button ( 45 )...

12 En Connections Connecting the AV Controller The AV controller is designed to be used with a separate multichannel power amplifier. You connect the AV controller’s PRE OUT jacks to the amplifier’s inputs, and connect your speakers to the amplifier’s speakers terminals. Speaker settings such as cro...

13 En Connecting a Power Amplifier via XLR Jacks You can connect the AV controller to a multichannel power amplifier via balanced XLR jacks by using several XLR audio cables.The AV controller’s balanced PRE OUT jacks are wired as shown. See your multichannel power amplifier’s instruction manual for ...

14 En Speaker Configuration The following table indicates the channels you should use depending on the number of speakers that you have. No matter how many speakers you use, 2 powered subwoofers are recommended for a really powerful and solid bass.To get the best from your surround sound system, you...

15 En Using Powered Subwoofers ■ Connection via RCA Jacks You can connect the powered subwoofers to SW1 PRE OUT and SW2 PRE OUT respectively. The level and distance can be set individually for each output. If you’re using only one subwoofer, connect it to SW1 PRE OUT . ■ Connection via XLR Jacks You...

16 En Bi-amping the Front Speakers Bi-amping provides improved bass and treble performance.When bi-amping is used, the AV controller is able to drive up to a 7.2 speaker system in the main room.Once you’ve completed the bi-amping connections as shown and turned on the AV controller, you must set the...

17 En ■ Connection via XLR Jacks AV controller Multichannel power amplifier Front right Front left Tweeter (high) Woofer (low)

18 En Connecting AV components • Before making any AV connections, read the manuals supplied with your AV components.• Don’t connect the power cord until you’ve completed and double-checked all AV connections.• Push plugs in all the way to make good connections (loose connections can cause noise or ...

19 En Note • The AV controller does not support SCART plugs.• The AV controller’s optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is inserted and close when it’s removed. Push plugs in all the way. Caution • To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical plug straight when...

20 En Note • When listening to an HDMI component through the AV controller, set the HDMI component so that its video can be seen on the TV screen (on the TV, select the input of the HDMI component connected to the AV controller). If the TV power is off or the TV is set to another input source, this ...

21 En Connect your components to the appropriate jacks. The default input assignments are shown below. See “Connection Tips and Video Signal Path” for more information ( ➔ page 95 ). ✔ : Assignment can be changed ( ➔ page 51 ). Connecting Your Components The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that ...

22 En Note *1 Do not connect the AV controller’s USB port to a USB port on your computer. Music on your computer cannot be played through the AV controller in this way. *2 Connect a turntable (MM) that has a built-in phono preamp to TV/CD IN , or connect it to PHONO IN with the phono preamp turned o...

23 En With u (Remote Interactive), you can use the following special functions: ■ Auto Power On When you start playback on a component connected via u while the AV controller is on Standby, the AV controller will automatically turn on and select that component as the input source. ■ Direct Change Wh...

24 En This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna.The AV controller won’t pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna to use the tuner. Note • Once your AV controller is ready for use, you’ll need to tune into a...

25 En Turning On & Basic Operations Turning On/Off the AV Controller Tip • For details on power management settings, see “Auto Standby” ( ➔ page 68 ). Turning On 1 (European and Asian models)Set % POWER to the ON position ( ^ ) on the front panel. The AV controller enters standby mode. 2 Press 8...

26 En Playback You can determine the language used for the onscreen setup menus. See “Language” in the “OSD Setup” ( ➔ page 65 ). ■ Operating with the remote controller ■ Operating on the AV controller See “Controlling Other Components” about the operation of other components ( ➔ page 80 ). The on-s...

27 En Note • The buttons you can use will differ depending on the devices and media used for playback. This section describes icons that appear on the display during media playback. This section explains how to play music/video files on the iPod/iPhone.Compatible iPod/iPhone modelsMade for:iPod touc...

28 En Extended Mode (Music) control The music content information is displayed (lists are displayed), and you can control the music content while looking at the screen.Top screen list:Playlists, Artists, Albums, Genres, Songs, Composers, Shuffle Songs, Now Playing. Extended Mode (Video) control The ...

30 En This section explains how to play music files on a computer or media server through the AV controller (Server Playback). Windows Media Player 11 Setup This section explains how to configure Windows Media Player 11 so that the AV controller can play the music files stored on your computer. Remo...

31 En Using Remote Playback Using the Tuner With the built-in tuner you can enjoy AM and FM radio stations. You can store your favorite stations as presets for quick selection.You can also change the frequency steps ( ➔ page 66 ). Tuning into Radio Stations ■ Auto tuning mode ■ Manual tuning mode In...

32 En ■ Tuning into stations by frequency You can tune into AM and FM stations directly by entering the appropriate frequency. Presetting AM/FM Stations You can store a combination of up to 40 of your favorite AM/FM radio stations as presets. Note • You can name your radio presets for easy identific...

33 En ■ Displaying Radio Text (RT) ■ Finding Stations by Type (PTY) You can search for radio stations by type. ■ Listening to Traffic News (TP) You can search for stations that broadcast traffic news. RDS program types (PTY) 1 Press RT/PTY/TP once. The RT information scrolls across the display. Note...

34 En Using Basic Functions With the supplied calibrated microphone, Audyssey MultEQ ® XT32 automatically determines the number of speakers connected, their size for purposes of bass management, optimum crossover frequencies to the subwoofer (if present), and distances from the primary listening pos...

36 En Note • You can cancel Audyssey MultEQ ® XT Room Correction and Speaker Setup at any point in this procedure simply by disconnecting the speaker setup microphone. • Do not connect or disconnect any speakers during Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Room Correction and Speaker Setup. • If the AV controller is...

37 En Selecting Listening Modes See “About Listening Modes” for detailed information about the listening modes ( ➔ page 38 ). ■ Listening Mode Buttons MOVIE/TV button This button selects the listening modes intended for use with movies and TV. MUSIC button This button selects the listening modes int...

38 En About Listening Modes The AV controller’s listening modes can transform your listening room into a movie theater or concert hall, with high fidelity and stunning surround sound. ■ Explanatory Notes Input Source The following audio formats are supported by the listening mode. Speaker Layout The...

41 En DTS-ES Discrete *7 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...

42 En THX 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 Modes carefully optimize the tonal and spatial characteristics of the soundtrack for reproduction in the home-theater environme...

43 En Note *1 Pure Audio cannot be selected when Zone 2 is active. Besides, if you activate Zone 2 while Pure Audio is selected, the listening mode will automatically switch to Direct. *2 Based on the audio channel signal contained in the source, the corresponding speakers will output the sound. *3 ...

44 En The Home menu provides you quick access to frequently used menus without having to go through the long standard menu. This menu enables you to change settings and view the current information. Note *1 For the PORT input selector, the name of Universal Port Option Dock will be displayed. *2 “ D...

45 En You can adjust the brightness of the AV controller’s display. You can display various information about the current input source as follows. (Components connected to the UNIVERSAL PORT jack are excluded.) The following information can typically be displayed. *1 If the input signal is PCM, the ...

46 En You can temporarily mute the output of the AV controller. By using ACTIVITIES in Easy macro mode, you can sequentially operate Onkyo components via simple commands from a single-button press. These commands are user-definable. See “Using Normal Macros” ( ➔ page 85 ). ■ MY MOVIE First, the TV, ...

47 En Changing the Source Components You can change the source components activated by the Easy Macro mode. Examples: If you wished to use MY MOVIE to start the playback component assigned to VCR/DVR of REMOTE MODE , you would press and hold down MY MOVIE for about 3 seconds while pressing down VCR/...

48 En Advanced Operations Advanced Setup The on-screen setup menus appear on the connected TV and provide a convenient way to change the AV controller’s various settings. Settings are organized into 9 categories on the main menu . Carry out the settings by using the on-screen display. Note • This pr...

49 En Main Menu Input/Output Assign Monitor Out On the “ Monitor Out ” settings, you can select whether or not to have the video sources’ images output through the HDMI output.If you connect your TV to HDMI output, “ Monitor Out ” setting is automatically set and composite video, S-Video, and compon...

50 En Tip • The “ Resolution ” setting is set respectively of main, sub, and analog. • To view the TV picture while setting, press ENTER . Note • Depending on the incoming video signal, the video playback may not be smooth or the vertical resolution may be lowered. In this case select anything other...

51 En Component Video Input If you connect a video component to a component video input, you must assign that input to an input selector. For example, if you connect your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player to COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 , you must assign “ IN2 ” to the “ BD/DVD ” input selector. If you’ve connected y...

52 En ■ Subwoofer Input Sensitivity ` 0dB to 15dB in 5 dB steps. Some DVD players output the LFE channel from their analog subwoofer output at 15 dB higher than normal. With this setting, you can change the AV controller’s subwoofer sensitivity to match your DVD player. Note • This setting only affe...

54 En ■ Subwoofer Phase ` 0 º ` 180 º: Moves the subwoofer phase. Note • If the “ Subwoofer ” setting is set to “ No ”, this setting cannot be selected. ■ Wireless Subwoofer ` Yes : The audio is output from the speakers connected to the wireless unit. ` No : The audio is not output from the speakers...

55 En Equalizer Settings With the Equalizer settings, you can adjust the tone of speakers individually with a 7-band equalizer. The volume of each speaker can be set. ■ Equalizer ` Manual : You can adjust the equalizer for each speaker manually. Continue with the following procedure: ` Off : Tone of...

56 En Main menu Audio Adjust With the Audio Adjust functions and settings, you can adjust the sound and listening modes as you like. Multiplex/Mono ■ Multiplex Input Channel ` Main ` Sub ` Main/Sub This setting determines which channel of a stereo multiplex source is output. Use it to select audio c...

57 En ■ Dolby Volume ` Off ` On Dolby Volume automatically adjusts the difference in volume levels which can occur between different contents or source components, freeing the user from having to make volume adjustments. Also, by adjusting the frequency balance according to the playback volume, it r...

58 En LFE Level ■ Dolby Digital *1 , DTS *2 , Multich PCM, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio, DSD *3 ` – Q dB , –20dB , –10dB , or 0dB With these settings, you can set the level of the LFE (Low Frequency Effects) channel individually for each input sources.If you find that low-frequency effects are ...

59 En Note • “ Listening Mode ” is only available when the input signal matches the setting of “ Sound Program ”. • “ Music Optimizer ” is only available when “ Stereo Source 1 ”, “ Stereo Source 2 ” or “ Stereo Source 3 ” is selected. • When “ Audyssey Quick Start ” has been used for measurement, t...

60 En ■ Dynamic Volume ` Off ` Light : Activates Light Compression Mode. ` Medium : Activates Medium Compression Mode. ` Heavy : Activates Heavy Compression Mode. This setting affects volume the most. It quiets the loud parts, such as explosions, and boosts the quiet parts so they can be heard. Note...

61 En To correct a character: Tip • To name a radio preset, use TUNER to select AM or FM, and then select the preset ( ➔ page 32 ). • To restore a custom name to its default, erase the custom name by entering an empty white space for each letter. Note • This setting cannot be used for the NET and US...

63 En ■ Brightness *1*3*5 ` –50 to 0 to +50 With this setting you can adjust the picture brightness. “ –50 ” is the darkest. “ +50 ” is the brightest. ■ Contrast *1*3*5 ` –50 to 0 to +50 With this setting you can adjust contrast. “ –50 ” is the least. “ +50 ” is the greatest. ■ Hue *1*3*5 ` –50 to 0...

64 En Note • The setting is stored individually for each input selector.• This setting can be made only for the input source that is assigned as HDMI IN , COAXIAL IN , or OPTICAL IN . • The “ Audio Selector ” settings cannot be used with the NET , USB and PORT (with connected component) input select...

65 En ■ 2ch Source With this setting, you can specify the listening mode used when 2-channel (2/0) stereo digital sources, such as Dolby Digital or DTS, are played. ■ Dolby D/Dolby D Plus/TrueHD With this setting, you can specify the listening mode used when Dolby Digital or Dolby Digital Plus forma...

66 En ■ BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, PC, AUX, TUNER, TV/CD, PHONO, PORT, NET, USB ` Off : No trigger signal is output. A 12-volt trigger signal is output when the connected component is selected as the source for: ` Main , Zone 2 , Main/Zone 2 , Zone 3 , Main/Zone 3 , Zone 2/Zone 3 , Main/Zone 2/...

67 En HDMI ■ HDMI Control(RIHD) ` Off ` On Turn this setting on to allow p -compatible components connected via HDMI to be controlled by the AV controller ( ➔ page 98 ). Note • When the setting is set to “ On ” and the menu is closed, the names of connected p -compatible components and “ RIHD On ” a...

68 En ■ Audio Return Channel ` Off ` Auto : The audio signal from your TV tuner can be sent to the HDMI OUT MAIN of the AV controller. The audio return channel (ARC) function allows an ARC capable TV to send the audio stream to the HDMI OUT MAIN of the AV controller. To use this function, you must s...

69 En ■ Proxy URL To use a Web proxy, enter its URL here. ■ Proxy Port If you’re using a Web proxy, enter a proxy port number here. ■ Network Control ` Enable ` Disable This setting enables or disables control over the network. Note • When set to “ Enable ”, the NET indicator is dimly-lit and the po...

70 En With this preference, you can protect your settings by locking the setup menus. Main menu Lock Setup ■ Setup ` Locked ` Unlocked When “ Locked ” is selected, the setup menus will be locked and you cannot change any setting. You can change various audio settings from the Home menu ( ➔ page 44 )...

71 En Dolby Volume ■ Dolby Volume See “Dolby Volume” of “Audio Adjust” ( ➔ page 57 ). Note • This setting cannot be used in either of the following cases: – Pure Audio or Direct listening mode is selected.– the multichannel analog input is selected.– any of the THX listening modes is selected, with ...

72 En Re-EQ With the Re-EQ function, you can compensate a soundtrack whose high-frequency content is too harsh, making it more suitable for home theater viewing. ■ Re-EQ ` Off ` On This function can be used with the following listening modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Multicha...

73 En Multi Zone In addition to the main listening room, you can also enjoy playback in the other room, or as we call Multi Zone. And, you can select a different source for each room. Zone 2/3 speakers must be connected to individual amplifiers in Zone 2/3. Connecting the Zone Speakers to Individual...

74 En ■ Operating on the AV controller ■ Operating on the remote controller To control Zone 2/3, you must press the remote controller’s ZONE first. ZONE turns red while Zone 2 is on, and green while Zone 3 is on. Adjusting the Volume for Zones ■ Operating on the remote controller ■ Operating on the ...

75 En Adjusting the Tone and Balance of Zones Note • Only analog input sources are output by the ZONE 2/3 PRE/LINE OUT terminals. Digital input sources are not output. If no sound is heard when an input source is selected, verify that the source is connected to an analog input. • While Zone 2/3 is o...

76 En To control the AV controller with the remote controller while you’re in Zone, you’ll need a commercially available multiroom remote control kit for each zone.• Multiroom kits are made by Niles and Xantech.These kits can also be used when there isn’t a clear line of sight to the AV controller’s...

77 En Controlling Other Components iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock UP-A1 Dock With the UP-A1 Dock, you can easily play the music, photos, or movies stored on your Apple iPod/iPhone through the AV controller and enjoy great sound.You can use the AV controller’s remote controller to operate your i...

78 En ■ Status Messages If either of the following messages is not displayed on the AV controller’s display, check the connection to your iPod/iPhone. • PORT Reading The AV controller is checking the connection with the dock. • PORT Not Support The AV controller do not support the connected dock. • ...

79 En ✔ : Available buttons • With some iPod/iPhone models, generations and RI Docks, certain buttons may not work as expected.• For detailed operation of iPod/iPhone, please refer to the instruction manual of the RI Dock. *1 This button does not turn the Onkyo DS-A2 or DS-A2X RI Dock on or off. Als...

80 En Controlling Other Components You can use the AV controller’s remote controller to control your other AV components, including those made by other manufacturers. This section explains how to enter the remote control code for a component that you want to control: DVD, TV, CD, etc.“Learning Comma...

81 En You’ll need to enter a code for each component that you want to control. Note • Though the provided remote control codes are correct at the time of printing, they are subject to change. 12 When you searched for the model, a message “Successful” will appear. Now the transfer is successful! Go t...

82 En Onkyo components that are connected via u are controlled by pointing the remote controller at the AV controller, not the component. This allows you to control components that are out of view, in a rack, for example. Controlling Onkyo components without u If you want to control an Onkyo compone...

84 En The AV controller’s remote controller can learn the commands of other remote controllers. By transmitting, for example, the Play command from your CD player’s remote controller, the supplied remote controller can learn it, and then reproduce the exact same command when its 1 is pressed in CD r...

85 En You can program the remote controller’s ACTIVITIES to perform a sequence of remote control actions. Example: To play a CD you typically need to perform the following actions:1. Press RECEIVER to select the Receiver remote controller mode. 2. Press 8 RECEIVER to turn on the AV controller. 3. Pr...

86 En Appendix Troubleshooting If you have any trouble using the AV controller, look for a solution in this section. If you can’t resolve the issue yourself, contact your Onkyo dealer. ■ Can’t turn on the AV controller ■ The AV controller turns off unexpectedly ■ The AV controller turns off and afte...

90 En ■ Playback stops while listening to music files on the server ■ Can’t connect to the AV controller from a Web browser ■ Can’t access the music files on a USB device ■ Standby power consumption ■ The sound changes when I connect my headphones ■ The speaker distance cannot be set as required ■ T...

91 En ■ If the picture on your TV/monitor connected to the HDMI output(s) is unstable, try switching the DeepColor function off To turn off the DeepColor function, simultaneously press the CBL/SAT and 8 ON/STANDBY buttons on the AV controller. While holding down CBL/SAT , press 8 ON/STANDBY repeated...

92 En Firmware Update To update the firmware of the AV controller, you can choose from the following two methods: update via network, or update via USB storage. Choose the one that best suits your environment. Before proceeding with the update, please read the corresponding explanations carefully. ■...

93 En Troubleshooting Case 1: If “ No Update ” is displayed on the front display of the AV controller, it means that the firmware has already been updated. You do not need to do anything further. Case 2: If an error occurs, “ Error!! *-** ” is displayed on the front display of the AV controller. (Al...

94 En Troubleshooting Case 1: If “ No Update ” is displayed on the front display of the AV controller, it means that the firmware has already been updated. You do not need to do anything further. Case 2: If an error occurs, “ Error!! *-** ” is displayed on the front display of the AV controller. (Al...

95 En Connection Tips and Video Signal Path The AV controller 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 components. Use the following sections as a guide. Video components can be connect...

96 En ■ “Monitor Out” set to “Analog” Video input signals flow through the AV controller as shown, with composite video, S-Video, and PC IN (Analog RGB) sources being upconverted for the component video output. Use this setting if you connect the AV controller’s COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT to your T...

97 En The following tables show how video signals at different resolutions are output by the AV controller. NTSC/PAL ✔ : Output *1 Available resolutions: [640 × 480 60 Hz], [800 × 600 60 Hz], [1024 × 768 60 Hz], [1280 × 1024 60 Hz] *2 Available resolutions: [3840 × 2160 24/25/30 Hz] *3 The output is...

98 En Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder p , which stands for Remote Interactive over HDMI, is the name of the system control function found on Onkyo components. The AV controller can be used with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which allows system control over HDMI and is part of ...

99 En ■ How to connect and setup 1 Confirm the connecting and setting. 1. Connect the HDMI OUT MAIN jack to the HDMI input jack of the TV. 2. Connect the audio output from the TV to the OPTICAL IN 2 jack of the AV controller using an optical digital cable. Note • When the audio return channel (ARC) ...

100 En About HDMI Designed to meet the increased demands of digital TV, HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) is a new digital interface standard for connecting TVs, projectors, Blu-ray Disc/DVD players, set-top boxes, and other video components. Until now, several separate video and audio cab...

101 En Network/USB Features The following diagram shows how you can connect the AV controller to your home network. In this example, it’s connected to a LAN port on a router, which has a 4-port 100Base-TX switch built-in. ■ Ethernet Network For the best results, a 100Base-TX switched Ethernet networ...

102 En ■ Server playback The AV controller can play digital music files stored on a computer or media server and supports the following technologies:• Windows Media Player 11 • Windows Media Player 12• Windows Media Connect 2.0• DLNA-certified media serverIf the operating system of your computer is ...

103 En For server playback and playback from a USB device, the AV controller supports the following music file formats.Variable bit-rate (VBR) files are supported. However, playback time may not be display correctly. Note • With remote playback, the AV controller does not support the following music...

104 En Specifications Amplifier Section Video Section Tuner Section General ■ HDMI ■ Video Inputs ■ Video Outputs ■ Audio Inputs ■ Audio Outputs ■ Others Specifications and features are subject to change without notice. THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion+Noise) 0.05% (20 Hz - 20 kHz, half power) Input...