Page 2 - Important Safeguards; WARNING; AVIS
2 Important Safeguards 1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be readbefore the appliance is operated. 2. Retain Instructions – The safety and oper- ating instructions should be retained forfuture reference. 3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the...
Page 4 - Precautions; Recording Copyright; For British model; Blue; IMPORTANT
4 Precautions 1. Recording Copyright Recording of copyrighted material for otherthan personal use is illegal without permis-sion of the copyright holder. 2. AC Fuse The fuse is located inside the chassis and isnot user-serviceable. If power does not comeon, contact your Onkyo authorized servicestati...
Page 5 - Note to CATV system installer:; FCC Information for User; Memory Preservation
5 For U.S. model Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATVsystem installer’s attention to Article 820-40of the NEC, ANSI/NFPA 70, which providesguidelines for proper grounding and, in par-ticular, specifies that the cable ground shallbe connected to the grounding syst...
Page 6 - Check that the following accessories are supplied with this unit.; AM loop antenna x 1; Declaration of Conformity
6 Main Features • A compact, discrete component with 155mm (6-1/8") wide • 24 Watts per channel into 4 ohms DIN• Low impedance drive discrete output stage • Accoustic Presence• RDS (Radio Data System) PS only (Euro- pean model) • FM/AM random 30 Stations Preset Tuning• Timer Play (Weekday,Weeken...
Page 7 - Table of contents; Before using
7 Table of contents Before using Supplied accessories ............................................................................................................ 6 Connections Connecting to the ONKYO Separate Collection Series components ............................... 8Connecting to components oth...
Page 8 - Connecting to the ONKYO Separate Collection Series components; You can operate timer playback and recording using this unit.
8 Connecting to the ONKYO Separate Collection Series components This section introduces you to the other Separate Collection Series system components andtheir convenient system functions, followed by connecting instructions. The following Separate Collection Series components are commercially availa...
Page 9 - Combination example 1; Combination example 2; Vertical way stacking; Arranging the system components; CD recorder
9 Combination example 1 Select the CD player C-701A and CD recorder in addition to this unit. When you arrange thesecomponents, stack them as shown below. Vertical way stacking Horizontal way stacking Combination example 2 Select the CD player C-701A, CD recorder and MD recorder MD-101A in addition ...
Page 10 - Before connecting; Connecting to the audio connector
10 Connecting to the ONKYO Separate Collection Series components Before connecting • Do not connect the unit’s AC power cord (mains lead) to a wall outlet (the mains) until you have completed all the other connections, including and AC OUTLET connections on page 12 and “Connecting speaker systems” o...
Page 11 - The European model is shown in the following illustrations.; Connections for combination example; MD recorder
11 Note: To connect both the MD recorder MD-101A and CD player C-701A to the unit:Connect the MD recorder to the unit following the “Connection for combination example.” The European model is shown in the following illustrations. Connections for combination example L R ANALOG REMOTE CONTROL INPUT OU...
Page 12 - Connections; Connecting the; To wall outlet
12 Connecting to the ONKYO Separate Collection Series components Before connecting • The hookups on page 11 is needed in addition to the (for remote control operations) and AC OUTLET (for power supply to each component) hookups on this page. • Each component has two connectors. There is no differenc...
Page 13 - connections on page 15, and the speaker connections on page 16.; Connecting audio/video equipment to audio connectors
13 Connecting to components other than the Separate Collection Series Before connecting • Do not connect the AC power cord (mains lead) to the wall outlet (the mains) until you have completed all the other connections including the sound processor connections onthe next page, the connections on page...
Page 14 - first, then connect the subwoofer to that amplifier.; Connecting a subwoofer; Subwoofer; or; Audio connection cable
14 Connecting to components other than the Separate Collection Series Before connecting • If your subwoofer isn’t equipped with an amplifier, connect a separate amplifier to the unit first, then connect the subwoofer to that amplifier. • The SUBWOOFER PRE OUT connector supplies the left and right mi...
Page 15 - Toggling between “CD” and “DVD” for the input display
15 If your other components are made by ONKYO and those components are equipped with connectors, you can control the -connected components with the supplied remote control- ler. Before connecting • The unit must be connected in the system hookups for control operations. • Each component has two conn...
Page 16 - Connecting speaker systems; connect two or more speakers to the same speaker connectors.; Preparing the speaker cords for connection; Connecting left and right speakers; Note; Right; Press down the lever.
16 Connecting speaker systems Before connecting • The load impedance of each speaker must be at least 4 ohms.• Do not use unnecessarily long or extremely thin speaker cords. Otherwise, the DC resis- tance of the speaker cords may become too high, lowering the damping factor and causingthe sound qual...
Page 17 - Antenna connections; Assembling the AM loop antenna; Assemble the loop antenna as shown in the illustration.; Connecting the antenna cable; Connecting the AM antenna; Insert into the hole.
17 Antenna connections Assembling the AM loop antenna Assemble the loop antenna as shown in the illustration. Connecting the antenna cable Connecting the AM loop antenna The AM loop antenna is for indoor use only.Set it in the direction and position where youreceive the clearest sound. Put it as far...
Page 18 - FM indoor antenna; Connecting the FM antenna; U.S and Canadian models
18 Antenna connections FM indoor antenna The supplied FM antenna is for indoor use only. Move the antenna in various directions untilthe clearest signal is received. Fix it with push pins or similar implements in the position thatwill cause the least amount of distortion. FM outdoor antenna If the r...
Page 19 - Slit C; Directional Iinkage
19 Connecting the 300 ohm ribbon wire: Connecting the coaxial cable: 1. With your fingernail or a small screw- driver, press the stoppers outward andremove the cover. 2. Remove the transformer wire A from slit B and insert it into slit C. 3. Prepare the coaxial cable as shown in the diagram.Connect ...
Page 20 - Preparing the remote controller; Notes; Using the remote controller; Remote control
20 Preparing the remote controller 1 Remove the battery compartmentcover by pressing and sliding it awayfrom the remote controller unit. 2 Insert two AA-size batteries into thebattery compartment. Carefully follow the polarity diagram(positive + and negative - symbols) inside the battery compartment...
Page 21 - Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead); • If you do not use the unit for a long time,; The STANDBY indicator ligths up.
21 Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead) . Notes • If the AC power cord (mains lead) is con- nected to the AC outlet of another com-ponent, that component’s AC power cord(mains lead) must be connected to thewall outlet (the mains) to supply power tothe unit. If the component has a powerswitch, i...
Page 22 - Setting the Clock; Once an RDS station that sends time sig-; flashes slowly
22 Setting the Clock The ”ACCUCLOCK“ features an automaticclock adjusting function automatically setsthe clock time by means of RDS broadcastsignals.• The “ACCUCLOCK” feature is available only on the European model, and only inareas where RDS broadcasts are available. • Adjust the clock as explained...
Page 23 - TIMER
23 If you wish to know which RDS station hasbeen used to set the clock by ACCUCLOCK, orto use a different RDS station signal to setthe clock, follow the steps below: 1 Press the TIMER button repeatedlyuntil “ADJUST” is selected on the dis-play, then press the ENTER button. “AUTO” or “MANUAL” appears...
Page 24 - Press the; Setting the clock manually
24 Setting the Clock • The explanation in this section assumes that the unit has been powered on (set to“Stand-by On”). This section explains howto set the clock using the 24-hour display.However, you can later change this set-ting to the 12-hour display. • The display indicator turns off if you do ...
Page 25 - Lit
25 4 Use the or button or the number buttons to set the desiredtime. Entering the time value using the numberbuttons on the remote controller: To set 9:38 am, press 10/0, 9, 3, 8, thenENTER.To set 11:00 am, press 1, 1, 10/0, 10/0,then ENTER.* “10/0” stands for “0.” 5 Press the ENTER button. The cloc...
Page 26 - the CLOCK button again.; Clock Call function; Turns off in five seconds.
26 Setting the Clock 1 Press the CLOCK button to display thetime, press again to cancel the timedisplay. Note If the time has not been set, “ADJUST”will flash on the display. While the power to the unit is turned on: When you press the CLOCK button, the day/time indicator appears.• To return to the ...
Page 27 - Choosing the required source; the remote controller.; Remote controller; Remote
27 Choosing the required source 1 Press the INPUT button repeatedly orthe INPUT SELECTOR buttons on theremote controller to select the sourceyou wish to listen to lights. The name of the selected source appearson the display in the following order: 2 Start playing the source you selectedin step 1. 3...
Page 28 - Adjusting the sound; ACOUSTIC PRESENCE
28 Adjusting the sound Acoustic Presence adds realness to musicthrough the use of exclusive Onkyo circuitry.Presence settings 1, 2, 3 and 4 are ideallysuited for use with compact speakers. Press the ACOUSTIC PRESENCE on the unit orthe remote controller. If you press the ACOUSTIC PRESENCE buttonwhile...
Page 29 - Muting/Listening with the headphones; Tip; Muting the sound; Listening with the headphones
29 Muting/Listening with the headphones Press the MUTING button on the remotecontroller to mute the sound. The MUTING indicator appears on the dis-play.To restore the sound, press the MUTING but-ton again. Tip During muting:• if you press the VOLUME π or † button on the remote controller, the MUTING...
Page 30 - Recording; Before recording; Do not press the INPUT button during recording.; Prepare the playing source.
30 Recording Before recording Refer to the instruction manuals of therelated components for detailed recordingoperations. Note Do not press the INPUT button during recording. 1 Press the INPUT button repeatedly toselect the source you wish to recordfrom lights.Or press the INPUT SELECTOR buttonon th...
Page 31 - Receiving stations; Tuning the radio; Presetting your favorite stations; Hold down
31 Receiving stations 1 Select FM or AM using the INPUT but-ton or the FM or AM button on theremote controller. 2 Use the √ TUNING ® ( / ) con- trol to change the frequency. The indoor antenna should be installed on awall or other surface in the position whichgives the best reception. For more infor...
Page 32 - Use the; Press and hold down Press and hold down
32 Receiving stations 2 Use the √ TUNING ® ( / ) con- trol to select the frequency of yourfavorite station. The indicator lights up on the display when the broadcasting station is properlytuned in. Tuning in FM stations: Turn and hold the √ TUNING ® control to the left or right to start auto-tuning....
Page 33 - Selecting preset stations; ST; Clearing preset stations
33 When you tune in a stereo FM station, the indicator lights up if the signal is suffi- ciently strong.If the signal is weak, you can still listen to thestation in mono mode. In this case, tune in asfollows. 1 Press the FM MODE button. The “AUTO” indicator lights up. 2 Select the station you would ...
Page 34 - The character flashes on the display.; The following 54 characters can be used:; Naming a preset station; Flash
34 Naming a preset station You can name the preset stations so that thename, instead of the frequency, appears onthe display when you press the DISPLAY but-ton. (For more information, see “Displayoptions” on page 31.) Note You cannot enter characters for an RDS sta-tion that has a program service (P...
Page 35 - Changing the existing characters
35 5 When you finish entering all neces-sary characters, press and hold downthe DISPLAY button for more thantwo seconds to complete the opera-tion. Note If you have not pressed any button for 16seconds during the procedure, the operationwill complete automatically. Follow the procedure below to chan...
Page 36 - Naming preset stations; The name will be deleted.
36 Naming preset stations 4 Use the √ TUNING ® ( / ) con- trol to change the character. 5 Press the MEMORY button to storethe character. 6 Press and hold down the DISPLAY but-ton for more than two seconds tocomplete the operation. Follow the procedure below to delete thename of the selected preset s...
Page 37 - Receiving RDS; Program Service Name; Radio Text can be displayed as follows.; This message indicates that it requires; Frequency
37 Receiving RDS (European models only) RDS reception is available only on the Euro-pean model, and only in areas where RDSbroadcasts are available. What is RDS? Many FM stations now transmit RDS signalswhich contain additional information. RDSprovides you with various services so thatyou can choose...
Page 38 - Using the timer; Buttons and modes for the Timer function (remote controller only)
38 Using the timer The R-801A features a Timer function that enables you to start playing or recording a specifiedcomponent at a specified time. To use this function, you need to connect this unit to othercomponents via REMOTE CONTROL jacks. Refer to “Connecting the connectors and AC OUTLETS” throug...
Page 43 - Switching the timer ON/OFF
43 7 Press the STANDBY/ON button on thisunit to set the Standby mode. Note Since muting is automatically turned onwhen the timer is used to record, the soundcannot be heard during recording. To moni-tor recording, press the MUTING button onthe remote controller to cancel muting. You can switch the t...
Page 44 - Cancelling the SLEEP setting; Sleep function; Notes for timer setting
44 Using the timer The Sleep function can be performed only byusing remote controller. The SLEEP timer automatically sets the entiresystem to Standby mode after a specifiedperiod of time. 1 Start playing something you wouldlike to listen to. (CD, tape, MD or radio broadcast). 2 Press the SLEEP butto...
Page 45 - Index to parts and controls; Front panel; Display; European models front panel shown.
45 Index to parts and controls For more information about buttons, turn to the page number in the brackets [ ]. Front panel DISPLAY R- 8 01 A STANDBY / ON STANDBY INPUT ACOUSTIC PRESENCE TUNING MEMORY FM MODE CLEAR PHONES TUNER AMPLIFIER VOLUME STANDBY/ON button [41] Remote control sensor [20] INPUT...
Page 47 - nected to the; DVD/CD player control; button
47 Use the following buttons to control components that are connected to the - system. • Buttons marked with an asterisk (*) can be used to control components that are con- nected to the - system. For actual operations, please refer to the Instruction Manual for each component. Remote controller REP...
Page 48 - Troubleshooting; Symptom
48 Troubleshooting If you have any problems with the unit, please check the troubleshooting table below first. Forany problems not covered in the table, please consult your nearest ONKYO authorized servicecenter. Symptom Cause Remedy The unit doesn’t turnon. • The AC power cord is not fully inserted...
Page 50 - Specifications; ACOUSTIC PRESENCE 1
50 Specifications Amplifier Section Power output 17 watts per channel, min RMS, at 4 ohms, both channels driven 1 kHz, with no more than 0.8% THD13 watt per channel, min RMS, at 8 ohms, both channels driven 1 kHz, with no more than 0.8% THD 2 X 17 watts at 4 ohms, 1 kHz, DIN2 X 15 watts at 6 ohms, 1...
