Page 2 - Important Safeguards; WARNING; AVIS
2 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 operating instructio...
Page 3 - Precautions; FCC Information for User
3 A N T E N N AD I S C H A R G E U N I T( N E C S E C T I O N 8 1 0 - 2 0 ) G R O U N D I N G C O N D U C T O R S( N E C S E C T I O N 8 1 0 - 2 1 ) G R O U N D C L A M P S P O W E R S E R V I C E G R O U N D I N GE L E C T R O D E S Y S T E M( N E C A R T 2 5 0 , P A R T H ) N E C – N A T I O N A L...
Page 4 - Contents
4 Contents Before using Important Safeguards ......................................... 2 Precautions ......................................................... 3 Contents .............................................................. 4 Features ...........................................................
Page 5 - Declaration of Conformity; Enjoying music in the remote zone
5 Contents Declaration of Conformity We, ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbHINDUSTRIESTRASSE 2082110 GERMERING,GERMANY GERMERING, GERMANY ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH I. MORI declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product describedin this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding ...
Page 6 - Features; Amplifier Features
6 Features TX-SR700/700E Amplifier 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 % THD (FTC rated) ■ 130 W × 2 (Front)/ 130 W (Center)/ 130 W × 2 (Surround)/ 130 W (Surround Back) at 6 ohms(DIN) ■ 160 W × 2 (Front)/ 160 W (Ce...
Page 7 - Installing the remote controller batteries; Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing it; Using the remote controller
7 Before using this unit Supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E. AM loop antenna × 1 Remote controller × 1 TX-SR700/700E: RC-482MTX-SR600/600E: RC-480M Batteries (AA, R6 or UM-3) × 2 RC -48 2M FM indoor antenna × 1 3 2 1 RC-4 82M 30˚ 30...
Page 8 - Front panel facilities; Front panel
8 Front panel facilities Here is an explanation of the controls and displays on the front panel of the TX-SR700E/600E. Front panel <TX-SR700E> <TX-SR600E>
Page 9 - • Before turning on the power, check to make sure that all cords; DIMMER button; • The brightness of the front display can; Front display; Press to adjust the sound quality and the listening mode.; TUNING
9 Front panel facilities For further operational instructions, see the pages indicated inbrackets [ ]. POWER switch (for all models other than USA andCanadian models) [33] Press to turn on and off the main power supply for the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E. When the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E is turned onwith ...
Page 10 - Press to select the type of audio input signal.
10 Front panel facilities Input source buttons (DVD, VIDEO 1–4, TAPE,TUNER, PHONO (TX-SR700/700E only), and CD)[44, 45, 53] TX-SR600/600E:These buttons are used to select the input source.TX-SR700/700E:Press these buttons to select the input source for the main zone.To select the input source for th...
Page 11 - Front panel display; MUTING indicator; Flashes when the mute function is turned on.; Listening mode or digital input format indicators; Lights when the sleep timer is turned on.
11 Front panel display Front panel facilities MUTING indicator Flashes when the mute function is turned on. Listening mode or digital input format indicators One of these indicators lights to show the format of the current inputsource. In addition, one of the listening mode indicators lights toindic...
Page 12 - Remote controller; Press to program or execute the macro function.; CH
12 Remote controller SEND/LEARN indicator Lights red when signals are sent by the remote controller. It alsoflashes when a button is pressed when the battery power is low. ON/STANDBY button [33] ON: Press to turn on the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E. STANDBY: Press to place the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E in th...
Page 13 - VOL; Press to adjust the volume.
13 Remote controller INPUT SELECTOR buttons [44, 45, 53] Press to select an input source.Same as the input selector buttons on the front panel of the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E. The input source for each button is givenh e r e . D V D : D V D , C D : C D , V 1 : V I D E O 1 , V 2 : V I D E O 2 ,V3:VIDEO...
Page 14 - Connections; Cables are depicted in the connection diagrams as shown below.
14 Connections • Be sure to always refer to the instructions that came with the component that you are connecting. • Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been properly made. • For input jacks, red connectors (marked R) are used for the right channel, white connectors (marked L) a...
Page 16 - Connecting your audio components; • Since an analog connection must be made when using REC OUT
16 Connections (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 one component canbe connected, and it is up to you to decide which method best fits your situation. The directions given here are only one option and...
Page 17 - Connecting a DVD Player with 5.1-Channel Output; Connecting your video components; COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT; • The signal that comes in from COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT is
17 Connections (TX-SR700/700E) L REMOTE CONTROL ANTENNA FM 75 AM COAXIAL OPTICAL 1 2 IN IN IN IN FRONT SURR CENTER SUB WOOFER VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 OUT OUT DIGITAL INPUT VIDEO 2 DVD MONITOR OUT DVD TAPE CD SUBWOOFER PRE OUT L R R VIDEO 3 VIDEO 1 V 12 V TRIGGE OUT ZONE 2 VIDEO 3 OPTICAL COAXIAL DIGITAL INP...
Page 19 - “Component Video”
19 Connections (TX-SR700/700E) 5. Connecting a video cassette recorder (VIDEO 1) Using RCA video cables, connect the video output jack (composite)of the video cassette recorder to the VIDEO 1 VIDEO IN jack of theTX-SR700/700E and connect the video input jack of the videocassette recorder to the VIDE...
Page 20 - Connecting a DVD recorder or other digital video recording; Connecting a television monitor or projector (MONITOR
20 Connections (TX-SR700/700E) 7. Connecting a DVD recorder or other digital video recording device (VIDEO 2) Using RCA video cables, connect the video output jack (composite)of the device to the VIDEO 2 VIDEO IN jack of the TX-SR700/700E and connect the video input jack of the device to the VIDEO 2...
Page 21 - 2V TRIGGER ZONE 2 terminal; PRE OUT
21 Connections (TX-SR700/700E) 9. Connecting video camera, etc. (VIDEO 4 INPUT) Using an RCA video cable, connect the video output jack(composite) of the device to the VIDEO 4 VIDEO jack of the TX-SR700/700E. Or if the device has an S video output jack, connect itto the VIDEO 4 S VIDEO jack of the T...
Page 23 - Connecting the remote zone (Zone 2) speakers; When using the ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals; When using the ZONE 2 PRE OUT terminals
23 Connecting 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. This allows you to, for example, placespeakers in two different rooms so that two or more people can enjoytwo different kinds of music at the sam...
Page 24 - • Since an analog connection must be made when using REC
24 Connections (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 one component canbe connected, and it is up to you to decide which method best fits your situation. The directions given here are only one option and...
Page 28 - Connecting a television monitor or projector (MONITOR
28 Connections (TX-SR600/600E) 6. Connecting a television monitor or projector (MONITOR OUT) Using an RCA video cable, connect the video input jack (composite)of the device to the MONITOR OUT VIDEO jack of the TX-SR600/600E. Or if the device has an S video input jack, connect it to theMONITOR OUT S ...
Page 29 - Power on/ready function
29 Caution: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 connect components using the terminal, simply connect a remote control cable from this terminal to the terminal of the other component. An remote contr...
Page 30 - Important points regarding speaker placement; Connecting speakers; Using the speaker labels
30 Before connecting the speakers, it is very important to place themproperly for the optimum sound space for your listening pleasure.Be sure to refer to the instruction manuals that came with thespeakers during placement and connection. Furthermore, be awarethat for surround playback, the configura...
Page 31 - Connecting a subwoofer; • Do not connect more than one speaker cable to one speaker; • Connect only speakers with an impedance between 6 and 16; • Even if you are using only one speaker or listening to monaural; Connecting the speaker cable; of the wire insulation.
31 SPEAKER 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 lever to open the terminal. 4. Insert the exposed wire end. 5. Release the lever to close the terminal. Leave some of the exposedwire showing outside...
Page 33 - Turning on the power; The STANDBY indicator will light up.; The STANDBY indicator will light up.; Connecting the power; Turning on the power from the remote controller; The RCVR MODE button lights green.
33 ON RCVR STANDBY POWER STANDBY/ON • Before you plug in the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E, confirm that all connections have been made properly. • Turning on the power may cause a momentary power surge, which might interfere with other electrical equipment on thesame circuit, such as computers. If this ha...
Page 34 - Connecting the included antennas; Connecting the FM indoor antenna:; Connecting antennas; Assembling the AM loop antenna; Press down the lever at the antenna terminal.
34 Connecting the included antennas Connecting the FM indoor antenna: The FM indoor antenna is for indoor use only. During use, extend theantenna and adjust its orientation until the clearest signal is received.Fix it with push pins or similar items in the position that will causethe least amount of...
Page 35 - Connecting an FM outdoor antenna; Directional linkage
35 Connecting antennas Outdoor antenna (Indoor)AM loop antenna To TV (or VCR) To receiver Connecting an FM outdoor antenna Make sure to follow the general rules given below: • Keep the antenna away from noise sources (neon signs, busy roads, etc.). • It is dangerous to put the antenna close to power...
Page 36 - Configuring the speakers; Displaying the Main Menu; The speaker configuration menu appears.; MENU RETURN
36 Configuring the speakers To create the optimum sound space for both visual and audiopleasure, it is necessary to set the size of the speakers and theirdistance from your normal listening position. Once made, you willnot need to change these settings unless you change the speakerconfiguration or p...
Page 38 - The “Speaker Distance” menu appears.; feet: Select if you will enter the distances in feet.; Calibrating the speaker levels; buttons on the remote controller. See page 47.
38 Configuring the speakers Setting the speaker distance from your normallistening position Each speaker can be set between 1 and 30 feet (0.3 and 9 meters) in1-foot (0.3 meter) increments. Select the setting closest to the actualdistance from the speaker to your normal listening position. Note:Spea...
Page 39 - button to exit the Setup menu.; Buttons on remote controller
39 Configuring 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 thepink noise from the center speaker. (2) Using the and cursor buttons, adjust the volume level of the noise from the center speaker so that it is at th...
Page 40 - Listening to Radio Broadcasts; button on the remote controller.; Tuning into a radio station; Using the TUNING and buttons on; • The tuner frequency changes in 50-kHz increments for FM; Listening to a stereo radio station (FM mode); FM MODE
40 Listening to Radio Broadcasts One of the features of the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E that is mostfrequently used is its ability to play FM and AM broadcast radiostations. The TX-SR700/700E/600/600E provides a number oflistening modes perfect for listening to the radio and getting the mostout of your a...
Page 41 - Presetting a radio station; The MEMORY indicator lights red.; Selecting a preset radio station; Erasing a preset radio station; The selected preset station is erased.; TUNER
41 Listening to Radio Broadcasts Presetting a radio station 1. Tune into the radio station you desire (see “Tuning into a radio station”). 2. Press the MEMORY button on the front panel. The MEMORY indicator lights red. 3. Using the PRESET / buttons, select a preset number (from 1 to 40)to assign the...
Page 42 - Listening to RDS broadcasts; • In some cases, the characters displayed on the display of the TX-; PTY program types in Europe
42 Listening to RDS broadcasts (European models only) Listening to RDS broadcasts RDS reception is available only on the European model and only inareas where RDS broadcasts are available. What is RDS? RDS stands for Radio Data System and is a type of FM broadcasting.RDS was developed within the Eur...
Page 43 - Performing a PTY scan
43 Listening to RDS broadcasts Displaying Radio Text (RT) If the station you are currently tuned into is broadcasting RT signals,they will be displayed in the front display of the TX-SR700E/600E.If the station does not, this function will be ignored. 1. To display the radio text, press the RT/PTY/TP...
Page 44 - Selecting an Audio Component; Start playing the selected input source.; MASTER VOLUME
44 Selecting an Audio Component Basic operation (TX-SR700/700E) If you want to perform these operations using the remote controller,first press the RCVR MODE button. 1. Press the desired input source. The selected source name appears on the display. See “Enjoying the multichannel output” (see page 4...
Page 45 - Press the desired input source button.
45 Selecting an Audio Component TX-SR600/600E TX-SR600/600E Remote controller TX-SR600/600E Remote controller MASTER VOLUME SPEAKERS A/B VOL SP A/B RCVRMODE Input source buttons INPUT SELECTORbuttons • For more information about selecting the listening mode, see page 49. • You can set the sound qual...
Page 46 - Changing the display:; Selecting the type of audio input signal; Using the remote controller:
46 Notes: • You cannot select a speaker if the configuration value of the speaker is set to “No” or “None.” • If the speaker level is set to +1 dB or higher, the maximum level indicated on the display will change if you raise the volumelevel. • When you press the TEST button after you set the level,...
Page 47 - Using the sleep time (remote controller only)
47 Selecting an Audio Component Using the sleep time (remote controller only) The SLEEP button enables you to set the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E to turn off automatically after a specified time period. If youpress it once, the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E will turn off after 90minutes. Each time it is pressed...
Page 48 - • Be aware that the main volume display on the front panel will; Switching the display; * If the input signal does not have a program format, then this will; Temporarily turning off the sound
48 Using 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 tone control: 1. Press the SURROUND button (or SURR button on the remote controller). “Tone On” appears on the display and the tone control is turne...
Page 49 - Listening Modes; mark and therefore recorded for
49 Listening Modes The TX-SR700/700E/600/600E’s surround sound enables you toenjoy the presence of a movie theater or concert hall in your room. The configuration of the speakers is very important for the surroundsound. Refer to “Connecting speakers” on page 30. Before using a listening mode, make s...
Page 51 - Selecting a listening mode; If the SURROUND button is pressed
51 Listening Modes Selecting a listening mode • Refer to page 49 for more details of listening modes. • Refer to page 55 for sources and listening modes. • When playing Dolby Digital or DTS software, the listening mode will automatically change to Dolby Digital or DTS. Tip:You can set in advance a d...
Page 52 - Orchestra; Original filter (CinemaFILTER) loading for movies; Press the CINE FLTR button on the remote controller.
52 Listening Modes ALL ST (remote controller only): Changes the listening mode forthe signal type that is currently being input from the selected inputsource to the All Ch Stereo listening mode. If pressed, thecorresponding setting in the “Input Setup” menu for the selectedinput source is also chang...
Page 53 - Input Setup; – – – –: Select if the input source is not from a digital input jack.; MENU
53 Input Setup This menu allows you to make the various settings concerning thesignals input from the various input sources that you use with theTX-SR700/700E/600/600E. The settings made in this menu arevalid for the input source that is currently selected with the inputsource buttons at the front p...
Page 55 - Relationship between input source and listening mode; This mode is not available for DTS sources.
55 Relationship between input source and listening mode Input source signal Analog/PCM PCM fs96kHz Digital Format (display) (2ch) Dolby Digital DTS 2ch source (Multichannel) (Multichannel) Type of software Tape, CD, MD, DVD DVD DVD DVD Record, Tuner, (96k/24bit) DTS-CD Digital satellite DVD (Stereo)...
Page 56 - OSD Setup and Other Settings; OSD Setup; To display the OSD Setup menu:; The “OSD Setup” menu appears.; Off: Select to turn off the immediate display of operations.; Sets the OSD menu output.; Preference; To display the Preference menu:; The “Preference” menu appears.
56 OSD Setup and Other Settings OSD Setup This menu allows you to customize the OSD Setup Menu to displayin the manner you desire. To display the OSD Setup menu: 1. Display the main menu. 2. Use the and cursor buttons to select “5. OSD Setup” and then press the ENTER button. The “OSD Setup” menu app...
Page 57 - Audio Adjust; Setup Procedure; • The Late Night function is effective only on Dolby Digital; AUDIO ADJUST
57 Audio Adjust These settings are enabled depending on the listening mode or inputsignal. Setup Procedure 1. Press the AUDIO ADJUST button. The Audio Adjust settings appear in the front display and on themonitor. Note:The items that appear in the menu depend on the currently selectedlistening mode ...
Page 58 - On: Select to turn on the PL II Music Panorama mode.
58 Audio Adjust Center ImageDTS Neo:6 derives a center channel from two-channel PCM andanalog sources.In cinema mode, for Lt/Rt film soundtracks, sounds steered to thecenter are subtracted from the left and right channels.In music mode, the intent in the front channels is less one of steeringand mor...
Page 59 - Settings possible for each listening mode; *1 Enabled for a Dolby Digital input source.
59 Audio Adjust Settings possible for each listening mode Setting Tone Subwoofer LATE Center Panorama, Front Surround Control (Analog/ NIGHT Image Dimension, Effect Effect (Bass, PCM only) Center Treble Width Listening mode Direct Pure Audio Stereo ● ● Dolby Pro Logic II ● ● ● *1 ● *3 Dolby Digital ...
Page 60 - Select an input source:; Adjusting the volume for the remote zone; OFF
60 Using the remote controller With the TX-SR700/700E in the standby state, turn on theoutput to the remote zone (Zone 2): After pressing the ZONE 2 button, press the ON button within 5seconds. The ZONE 2 indicator lights. To turn off output to the remote zone (Zone 2), press the ZONE 2button and th...
Page 61 - Recording a source; REC OUT
61 Recording 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 video recordings.Below is an example of recording the sound from a compact discplayer connected to CD IN and the video from a video cameraconnected t...
Page 62 - Insert a media for recording into the recording
62 Recording a source (TX-SR600/600E) Notes: • You cannot record the surround effects. • Digital signals input to the DIGITAL INPUT (COAXIAL) and DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL) inputs will be only output to theDIGITAL OUTPUT (OPTICAL) output. • There are some restrictions on recording digital signals. When...
Page 63 - Using remote controller; RCVR MODE; Overview; Calling up a preset radio station
63 Using remote controller TAPEoperationbuttons RCVR MODE TUN CH VOL MUTING RCVR MODE VOL MUTING Overview The RC-482M/480M remote controller is a useful tool that can notonly operate the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E, but also all the othercomponents of your home theater as well. To operate anycomponent, f...
Page 64 - Controlling an Onkyo CD player; The; DISC : Selects disc in CD changer; You may also use the following buttons:
64 Controlling an Onkyo CD player The connector of the Onkyo compact disc player must be connected to the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E (see page 29). 1. Press the CD MODE button. The CD MODE button lights green. 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the op...
Page 65 - Controlling an Onkyo DVD player
65 Using remote controller Controlling an Onkyo DVD player The connector of the Onkyo DVD player must be connected to the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E (see page 29). 1. Press the DVD MODE button. The DVD MODE button lights green. 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to t...
Page 66 - Controlling an Onkyo MD recorder; ENTER: Enters settings; VCR and TV MODE buttons; When in the VCR and TV mode, you may use the following buttons:
66 Controlling an Onkyo MD recorder The conneÇóctor of the Onkyo MD recorder must be connected to the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E (see page 29). 1. Press the MD MODE button. The MD MODE button lights green. 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to the left are the operat...
Page 67 - Entering a pre-programming code; Learning a pre-programming code; Find the 3-digit number listed for the manufacturer
67 Entering a pre-programming code SEND/LEARNindicator Numeric keys Buttons thatcan be pre-programmed The remote controller has three learning functions. One is enteringthe pre-programmed code for a remote controller of anothermanufacturer. Another is the normal learning function that enablesthe rem...
Page 68 - Pre-programming codes; VCR; TV
68 Pre-programming codes Note: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 code doesnot work, then try the next). DVD BRAND SETTING No. DENON 602, 609 HITACHI 603 JVC 604 KENWOOD 605 MAGNAVOX 606, 613 MARANTZ 607 MITSUBISHI ...
Page 69 - Operating your programmed remote controller; Operations are the same as explained on page 65.
69 Numeric keys Numeric keys Video cassetterecorderoperationbuttons Operating your programmed remote controller After entering a pre-programming by following the proceduregiven above, the following modes become enabled for use. DVD MODE (DVD Player Mode) Operations are the same as explained on page ...
Page 70 - Programming procedure; ENTER
70 Programming the commands of remote controllers forother devices into the remote controller 2 to 6 inches(5 to 15 cm ) Buttons that cannot be programmed. SEND/LEARNindicator MODEbuttons MODE buttons Programming procedure When programming the commands of another remote controller tothe RC-482M/480M...
Page 73 - Using the macro function; What is the macro function?; • If you erase or change the command of a button programmed in; Programming the macro; The SEND/LEARN indicator slowly flashes twice.; Executing the macro
73 Using the macro function What is the macro function? A macro function enables you to program a series of buttonoperations (up to 16) on the remote controller into a single button.The series of operations are then called a macro. For example, toplay a compact disc player connected to the TX-SR700/...
Page 74 - Erasing a macro from the MACRO 1 (or 2) button; • If the SEND/LEARN indicator quickly flashes three times and; • Proceed to Step 3 immediately after Step 2 otherwise, the
74 MODE buttons ENTER MACRO 2 MACRO 1 Erasing a macro from the MACRO 1 (or 2) button 1. Press and hold down any one of the six MODE buttons, press the MACRO 1 (or 2) button, and thenrelease both buttons. When you press the MODE button, it lights green and theSEND/LEARN indicator lights. When you pre...
Page 76 - Troubleshooting guide; POWER
76 Troubleshooting guide If a problem occurs while you are using the remote controller, firsttry to operate the controls on the front panel of the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E to make sure that it is not due to a malfunction (or wornout batteries) in the remote controller. POWER No power. • Power cord is ...
Page 77 - VIDEO and AUDIO
77 Troubleshooting guide Stereo indicator lights, but sound is distorted and stereoseparation is bad. • Station is too strong. ➞ Change to FM indoor antenna (see page 34). • Multiple reflection of the radio waves because of tall buildings or mountains. ➞ Use antenna that has better directivity and o...
Page 78 - If one of the messages shown below appears; * To reset the surround mode and other settings to the factory
78 Troubleshooting guide If one of the messages shown below appears “Not available with headphones use”Operation not allowed because headphones are plugged into the TX-SR700/700E/600/600E. “Not available with Multichannel use”Operation not allowed while the multi-channel output is being used. “Not a...
Page 79 - Specifications
79 Specifications (TX-SR700/700E) AMPLIFIER SECTION Continuous average power output (FTC) All channels: 100 W per channel min. RMS at 8 Ω , 2 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20kHz with no more than 0.08% totalharmonic distortion.125 W min. RMS at 6 Ω , 2 channels driven from 1 kHz with no morethan 0.1...