Page 2 - Important Safeguards; WARNING; AVIS
2 Important Safeguards 1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the...
Page 3 - Precautions; Recording Copyright; For British model; Note to CATV system installer:; For Canadian model; Declaration of Conformity
3 Precautions 1. Warranty Claim You can find the serial number on the rear panel of this unit. In caseof warranty claim, please report this number. 2. Recording Copyright Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use isillegal without permission of the copyright holder. 3. AC Fuse Th...
Page 4 - Features; Amplifier Features; COSTLY DISCRETE OUTPUT STAGE CIRCUITRY; Other Features You’ll Enjoy; Supplied accessories; Check that the following accessories are supplied with this unit.; Memory Preservation; AM loop antenna
4 Features Amplifier Features ■ 100 Watts MAXIMUM POWER to each of the five channelsinto 6 ohms at 1 kHz (EIAJ) — enough solid, clean power todrive your home theater speakers with authority and producedynamically rich music, even at low volume levels, and morethan enough for a thrilling home theater...
Page 5 - Before operating this unit; If the preset voltage is not correct for your area, insert a screw-; Notes; Installing the remote controller batteries
5 Before operating this unit Worldwide models are equipped with a switch that controls the AMband tuning steps. Please set this switch to match the AM band tun-ing step frequency in your area. U.S.A. and Canada : 10 kHzOther areas : 9 kHz Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conf...
Page 6 - Audio equipment connections
6 Audio equipment connections • On each pair of input jacks, a red connector (marked R) corresponds to the rightchannel, and a white connector (marked L) to the left channel. • Please refer to the instruction manual of each component when making any con-nections. • This receiver is designed for use ...
Page 7 - Video equipment connections; Digital audio connections
7 CD AM FM75 ANTENNA GND PHONO R L R L (PLAY) (REC) R L V OUT I N SUBWOOFERPRE OUT SURROUND FRONT R L R L TAPE I N VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2 I N OUT CENTER SUB WOOFER L R R L R L R CENTER SPEAKER R L L SURROUNDSPEAKERS DIGITAL INPUT REMOTE CONTROL MODEL NO. TX-SE550 FRONT SPEAKERS A FRONT SPEAKERS B DIGITAL 1...
Page 8 - decoder with 5.1 channel output; Connecting other devices
8 CD AM FM75 ANTENNA GND PHONO R L R L (PLAY) (REC) R L V OUT I N MONI-TOROUT SUBWOOFERPRE OUT SURROUND FRONT R L R L TAPE I N I N VIDEO-1 VIDEO-2 I N OUT CENTER SUB WOOFER L R R L R L R CENTER SPEAKER R L L SURROUNDSPEAKERS DIGITAL INPUT REMOTE CONTROL MODEL NO. TX-SE550 FRONT SPEAKERS A FRONT SPEA...
Page 9 - AC outlet connection; First turn the POWER switch ON (; Connections for remote control (; An
9 Connecting other devices AC outlet connection You can connect the power cord from anotheraudio device to the rear of this receiver.Since the AC outlets on the unit are aSWITCHED type outlet, you can use theSTANDBY/ON button, or the POWER buttonon the remote controller to turn on/off thepower to bo...
Page 10 - Release the lever; Connecting the speaker cable; When you use only one speaker or wish to listen; Connecting speakers
10 • If you want to use the surround effects, connect surround speakers. For the best results, connect a center speaker. • Use FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals to connect a second pair of front speakers. • This receiver is designed to produce optimum sound quality when speakers with impedances within the ...
Page 11 - Standard speaker placement; Refer to the speaker’s instruction manual for more details.; Positioning speakers; Connecting the power; Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.
11 Positioning speakers Speaker placement plays an important role in the reproduction ofSurround sound. The placement of the speakers varies dependingon the size of the room and the wall coverings used in the room.The illustration shows an example of a layout for standard speakerplacement. Refer to ...
Page 12 - Making antenna connections; Directional Iinkage
12 Making antenna connections Connecting the 300 ohm ribbon wire:Loosen the screws and wrap the wire around these screws. Thentighten the screws with a screwdriver. Connecting the coaxial cable:1. With your fingernail or a small screwdriver, press the stoppers outward and remove the cover. 2. Remove...
Page 13 - Do not remove the AM loop antenna.; Connecting the included antennas
13 Making antenna connections Connecting the T-shaped FM antenna:The T-shaped FM antenna is for indoor use only. Extend theantenna and move it in various directions until the clearest signal isreceived. Fix it with push pins or similar implements in the posi-tion that will cause the least amount of ...
Page 14 - LEVEL; Speaker setup
14 Speaker setup SL EE P D V D D IS C T A P E C D T U N E R M U T IN G REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-386M CH SEL SE N D IN G / LEVEL D IM M ER P R E S E T G R O U P LE AR N ED M TI-C H UL IN P U T D V D V ID E O -1 V ID E O -2 T A P E T U N E R P H O N O C D IN P U T S E LE C T O R P O W E R P O W E ...
Page 15 - Parameter selector
15 START Subwoofer YES / NO FRONT Speaker LARGE / SMALL FRONT Speaker Distance 1 ~9m, 0.3 ~ 30ft Center Speaker Distance 1 ~9m, 0.3 ~ 30ft Surround Speaker Distance 1 ~9m, 0.3 ~ 30ft QUIT LFE Level Attenuator 0 / –10dB Center Speaker YES / NO Surround Speaker YES / NO PARAMETER SELECTOR PARAMETER SE...
Page 16 - Selecting a sound source; Use this button to adjust the volume level.; Follow the steps below to select a device to play the sound source.
16 Selecting a sound source SL EE P D V D D IS C T A P E C D T U N E R M U T IN G REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-386M CH SEL SE N D IN G / LEVEL D IM M ER P R E S E T G R O U P LE AR N ED M TI-C H U L IN P U T D V D V ID E O -1 V ID E O -2 T A P E T U N E R P H O N O C D IN P U T S E LE C T O R P O W ...
Page 17 - You cannot select any Surround mode.; Press the CH SEL button to select the desired speakers.; When Multi channel input is selected as a source
17 Selecting a sound source Follow the steps below to adjust the level of each speaker if youhave selected MULTI-CH INPUT. 1. Press MULTI-CH INPUT button on the remote controller. You cannot select any Surround mode. 2. Press the CH SEL button to select the desired speakers. 3. Use the LEVEL π / † b...
Page 19 - Press the SLEEP button repeatedly to set the duration of
19 Selecting a sound source The sleep timer can turn off the power to the system after a speci-fied time period.To set up this function, use the remote controller supplied with thisreceiver. 1. Start playing the source you would like to listen to (CD, tape, or radio broadcast). 2. Press the SLEEP bu...
Page 20 - To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode; mark and Dolby Digital broadcasts.; Input selector buttons; SURROUND MODE button; Select the desired input source.
20 To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode This receiver has five Surround modes. Select a suitable mode according to the type of music you are listening to, the media used, and yourpersonal preference. The selected surround mode is automatically stored along with the selected source. Next time you se...
Page 21 - Press an Input Selector button to select the desired sound; buttons to adjust the level.; Selecting a Surround mode; When you play a
21 To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode 1. Press an Input Selector button to select the desired sound source. 2. Press the SURROUND MODE button repeatedly until the desired Surround mode name appears.The display changes in the order shown on left each time youpress the button. • If you are using th...
Page 22 - Karaoke function
22 Karaoke function SL EE P D V D D IS C T A P E C D T U N E R M U T IN G REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-386M CH SEL SE N D IN G / LEVEL D IM M ER P R E S E T G R O U P LE AR N ED M TI-C H U L IN P U T D V D V ID E O -1 V ID E O -2 T A P E T U N E R P H O N O C D IN P U T S E LE C T O R P O W E R P O ...
Page 23 - Karaoke operation
23 Karaoke function All you need to enjoy karaoke with the TX-SE550 is a dynamicmicrophone. The karaoke function can also cancel the vocals onyour favorite songs. The amount of cancellation depends on thesource material. Vocal cancellation is not possible with monosources, and also cannot be used wh...
Page 24 - Tuning in a radio station; FM; Manual tuning
24 Tuning in a radio station FM AM √ TUNING ® FM MUTE/MODE DIRECT TUNING Number buttons BASS TREBLE C D PHONES Re-EQ A/V KARAOKE CONTROL RECEIVER TX-SE550 AM FM DVD PHONO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO TI CH INPUT MUL TAPE( ) MONITOR CLEAR MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE SPEAKERS A B MIDNIGHT THEATER SURROUND MODE MASTER VO...
Page 25 - Using preset radio stations; The MEMORY indicator will light up for eight seconds.; Programming radio stations; GROUP A
25 Using preset radio stations GROUP Number buttons GROUP √ PRESET ® TUNER SCAN FM MUTE/MODE MEMORY BASS TREBLE C D PHONES Re-EQ A/V KARAOKE CONTROL RECEIVER TX-SE550 AM FM DVD PHONO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO TI CH INPUT MUL TAPE( ) MONITOR CLEAR MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE SPEAKERS A B MIDNIGHT THEATER SURROUND MO...
Page 26 - Recording a source; Insert a blank tape into the tape deck.; Refer to the tape deck’s instruction manual for more details.; Recording an audio source; Tape deck
26 Recording a source Make all connections between the tape deck and the receiver asshown in the “Audio equipment connections” diagram (page 6). 1. Insert a blank tape into the tape deck. 2. Press the input selector button for the source you want to record. • If you select DVD, VIDEO-1 or VIDEO-2, o...
Page 27 - Load a disc in the video disc player or DVD player, and; Refer to the Video equipment connections section on the page 7.; Insert the disc or tape that you want to record into the; VCR; CD player
27 Recording a source Video disc programs can be recorded onto a VCR (VIDEO-2). 1. Load a disc in the video disc player or DVD player, and insert a blank tape in the VCR (VIDEO-2). 2. Press the VIDEO-1 or DVD button. 3. Start playing the video disc player and recording on the VCR. • Refer to the Vid...
Page 28 - Programming remote controller codes; Universal Programmable Remote Controller RC-386M; Device commands; Displays and switches
28 Programming remote controller codes Universal Programmable Remote Controller RC-386M If you are using another manufacturer’s product that has a remote controller, you can memorize that component’s codes into the RC-386M. NOTE: • The commands of Onkyo cassette tape decks and the CD player are alre...
Page 29 - All codes stored in the programmable area will be deleted.; Leaning new controller codes; LEARN button
29 Programming remote controller codes 1. Press the LEARN button. 2. Place the head of your old remote controller 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) from the head of the RC-386M, laying both units on atable or a flat surface. 3. On the RC-386M, press the button in the PROGRAMMA- BLE AREA into which you want to st...
Page 30 - Troubleshooting guide; Trouble
30 Troubleshooting guide If a problem occurs while you are using the remote controller, first try to operate the front panel controls on the main unit to make sure that itis not due to a malfunction (or worn out batteries) in the remote controller. Also refer to the respective instruction manuals of...
Page 31 - Specifications
31 Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION VIDEO SECTION TUNER SECTION FM AM GENERAL REMOTE CONTROL Specifications and features are subject to change without notice. Power supply and voltage vary depending on the area in which the unit ispurchased. Maximum Power output (EIAJ) 100 watts × 5 at 6 ohms Total ...
Page 32 - Control positions and names; k l m n; c. Tape Monitor indicator; Display
32 Control positions and names a b c d f e g h i k l m n o p q r j SPEAKERS A B GROUP FM STEREO MEMORY A B C dB CH kHzMHz SLEEP RDS VIDEO DVD 1 2 MUTING DIGITAL 1 2 MIN TUNED TAPE MONITOR 3-D B FM MUTE mSEC KARAOKE DOLBY PRO LOGIC DOLBY DIGITAL STEREO MIDNIGHT THEATER CINEMA R e-EQ HALL ARENA LIVE D...
Page 33 - Remote controller RC-386M; GROUP: — Group selector button
33 Remote controller RC-386M 1. Power button (POWER) [11]2. Sleep button (SLEEP) [16, 19]3. Input selector buttons [16]4. PROGRAMMABLE AREA buttons [28, 29]5. CD operation buttons [34]6. DVD operation buttons [35]7. Karaoke button [22, 23]8. Key control button [22, 23] : Pitch is raised in semitone ...
Page 34 - Using the remote controller; Press the GROUP button to select the desired GROUP.; Select a CD changer tray.; Listening to the radio
34 Using the remote controller 1. Press the TUNER button. 2. Press the GROUP button to select the desired GROUP. 3. Use the PRESET buttons to select the desired station. These buttons enable you to control ONKYO cassette tape decksthat can be remotely controlled. (Refer to page 9.) 1. Press the TAPE...
Page 35 - Press this button to turn the Karaoke function ON and OFF.; Key control button; Selects VOCAL CANCEL mode.; Using an Onkyo DVD player
35 Using the remote controller These buttons enable you to control ONKYO DVD players that canbe remotely controlled. (Refer to page 9.) 1. Press the DVD button. 2. Press the transport buttons. PlayStopDownUpFast RewindFast Forward 1. Karaoke button Press this button to turn the Karaoke function ON a...
