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; Before using
4 Contents Before using Important Safeguards ......................................... 2 Precautions ......................................................... 3 Contents .............................................................. 4 Features ...........................................................
Page 5 - Remote controller; Erasing all the commands programmed under a MODE; Appendix
5 Contents Speaker Setup ................................................... 43 1. Speaker Setup Menu ................................................ 43 1-1. Speaker Config Sub-menu ...................................... 43 1-2. Speaker Distance Sub-menu ................................... 44 1-3. ...
Page 6 - Amplifier Features; Other Performance Features
6 The following accessories may be availabledepending on the area which it was purchased. Conversion plug × 1 (Use this plug if the power cord plug of theTX-SR800 does not fit your AC outlet. Shapemay vary depending on the area which it waspurchased.) 75/300 Ω antenna adapter × 1 Features Supplied a...
Page 7 - Installing the remote controller batteries; Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing it; Using the remote controller; Before using this unit
7 Setting the voltage selector(Worldwide models only) Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector so that youcan set your TX-SR800 to conform with local power supplies. Besure to set this switch to match the voltage of the power supply inyour area before plugging in the unit.Determine the ...
Page 8 - Index parts and facilities; Front panels
8 Index parts and facilities Front panels (USA and Canadian models) STANDBY/ON STANDBY PHONES MASTER VOLUME TX-SR800 TAPE TUNER PHONO C D VIDEO 4 VIDEO 5 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 DVD OFF ZONE 2 REC OUT DISPLAY DIMMER AUDIO SELECTOR ZONE 2 ( ) GRN REC ( ) RED VCR 2 VCR 1 S VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO L R DIGITA...
Page 9 - Front display
9 Index parts and facilities For further operational instructions, see the pages indicated inbrackets [ ]. POWER switch (for all models other than USA andCanadian models) [28] Press to turn on and off the main power supply for the TX-SR800.When the TX-SR800 is turned on with the POWER switch, theSTA...
Page 10 - Front panel display
10 Index parts and facilities Front panel display Input signal path indicators Shows from which terminal the input signal is coming. 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 ...
Page 12 - CH
12 Index parts and facilities 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 [28] ON: Press to turn on the TX-SR800. STANDBY: Press to place the TX-SR800 in the standby state. Be...
Page 13 - Rear panel; These terminals are for connecting the speakers.
13 Index parts and facilities Rear panel SURRBACK/ ZONE 2SPEAKERS AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO MONITOR OUT R L IN IN IN IN IN ZONE 2 DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO Y P B P R OUTPUT INPUT 1 Y P B P R INPUT 2 Y P B P R FRONT SPEAKERS L R L R SURR SPEAKERS CENTERSPEAKER ...
Page 14 - Connecting to Audio/Video equipment; Cables are depicted in the connection diagrams as shown below.
14 Connecting to Audio/Video equipment • 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...
Page 15 - Connecting your audio components; • Since an analog connection must be made when using REC OUT
15 Connecting to Audio/Video equipment Here is an explanation of typical ways to connect various components to the TX-SR800. There are many ways that any one component can beconnected, and it is up to you to decide which method best fits your situation. The directions given here are only one option ...
Page 16 - Connecting a DVD Player; Connecting your video components; COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT
16 Connecting to Audio/Video equipment : Signal flow Connecting a DVD Player Connecting your video components Below is an example of how you can connect your video componentsto the TX-SR800. Refer to the diagram above for the followingconnection examples. COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT For DVD players...
Page 17 - Connecting a television monitor or projector (MONITOR; Input Setup
17 PRE FRONT SUB SURR R GND SURR BACK / ZONE 2 R FRONT SUB SURR SURRBACK R R DIGITAL INPUT DIGITAL OUTPUT OPT OPT 2 1 2 3 1 3 COAX MONITOR OUT R L IN IN IN IN IN ZONE 2 DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 VIDEO 4 COMPONENT VIDEO Y P B P R OUTPUT INPUT 1 Y P B P R INPUT 2 Y P B P R CS R PHONO IO L CD TAPE L ...
Page 18 - Connecting a DVD recorder or other digital video recording
18 Connecting to Audio/Video equipment 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-SR800 andconnect the video input jack of the device to the VIDEO...
Page 20 - Connecting speakers; Ideal speaker configuration; Important points regarding speaker placement
20 Surround back speakers • Place these speakers so that their height is 3 feet (1 meter) higher than that of the listener’s ears. • When using surround back left and right speakers, place them behind the listener so that the angles between the lines from eachspeaker to the listener and a line strai...
Page 21 - Using the speaker labels; to; • Even if you are using only one speaker or listening to monaural; Connecting the speaker cable
21 Using the speaker labels The positive speaker terminals on the TX-SR800 are color coded foreasy identification. Attach the supplied speaker labels to the speakercables, and then match the colors on the speaker cables to thecorresponding terminals. The speaker channels are colored as follows:Front...
Page 22 - Press down the lever at the antenna terminal.; Connecting the included antennas; Connecting the FM indoor antenna:; Connecting antennas
22 To use the tuner of TX-SR800, it is necessary to prepare the suppliedFM and AM antennas. • Adjustment and placement of the FM and AM antennas for better reception must be done while listening to a stationbroadcast. • If better reception cannot be obtained, then placement of an outside antenna is ...
Page 23 - Connecting the coaxial cable:; Connecting an FM outdoor antenna
23 Directional linkage Do not use the same antenna for both FM and TV (or VCR)reception since the FM and TV (or VCR) signals can interfere witheach other. If you must use a common FM/TV (or VCR) antenna, usea directional linkage type splitter. Connecting the antenna cable to the 75/300 Ω antenna ada...
Page 24 - Connecting the remote zone (Zone 2) speakers
24 When using the SURR BACK/ZONE 2 PRE OUTterminals If you are using a 5.1-channel speaker system in the main room, youcan connect the amplifier for the remote zone (Zone 2) to the openSURR BACK/ZONE 2 PRE OUT terminals and connect the remotezone speakers.With this connection, select “Zone 2” for th...
Page 26 - Miscellaneous Connections; Connections for remote control (; Power on/ready function; Connecting the power cords from other devices
26 Miscellaneous Connections Ex: Onkyo CD player TX-SR800 connector Ex: Onkyo cassette tapedeck connector Connections for remote control ( ) The terminal on the TX-SR800 is for connecting other Onkyo components equipped with the same terminal. When a component is connected to the terminal, it can be...
Page 27 - Connecting auxiliary power amplifier
27 Connecting to devices with analog multi channeloutput Connect a DVD player, MPEG decoder, or other component that hasa multi channel port for 5.1 channel or 7.1 channel output. Miscellaneous Connections DIGITAL INPUT PRE OUT DIGITAL OUTPUT OPT OPT 2 1 2 3 FRONT SUB SURR R L 1 3 GND SURR BACK / ZO...
Page 28 - Turning on the power; (All models other than USA and Canadian models); Turning on the power from the remote controller; Connecting the power
28 • Before you plug in the TX-SR800, 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 happens, use a wall outleton a different circuit....
Page 29 - Basic operation; Enjoying music or videos with the TX-SR800; buttons on the remote controller or turn the MASTER
29 Though the TX-SR800 is often used to listen to the radio, it does notshow you its true ability until it is used to play music or watchvideos, DVDs, and the like. The TX-SR800 has the latest and moststate-of-the-art features to play back today’s technologies with theutmost in fidelity and power. F...
Page 30 - You can adjust the bass and treble levels at the Setup Menu; Listening with headphones
30 Temporarily turning off the sound To turn off the sound momentarily, press the MUTING button on theremote controller. When pressed, “Muting” is displayed on the TX-SR800. Press the MUTING button again to turn the sound back on. Adjusting the bass and treble You can adjust the bass and treble leve...
Page 31 - Changing the listening mode; SETUP
31 Changing the listening mode To change the listening mode during playback, press the listeningmode buttons. The functions of the buttons on the TX-SR800 andthose on the remote controller are the same.For more information on each listening mode, see pages 50 through52. DIRECT/PURE AUDIO (DIRECT/PUR...
Page 32 - Switching the display; Adjusting the brightness of the front display
32 Switching the display While listening to or watching an input source, you can display theinformation regarding the type of source and signal being input bypressing the DISPLAY button on the TX-SR800 or the remotecontroller. When an input source other than FM or AM is selected: Input Program forma...
Page 34 - Listening to Radio Broadcasts; button on the remote controller.; Tuning into a radio station; Using the TUNING and buttons; • You can press the TUNING or button continuously for; Listening to a stereo radio station (FM mode)
34 Listening to Radio Broadcasts One of the features of the TX-SR800 that is most frequently used isits ability to play FM and AM broadcast radio stations. The TX-SR800 provides a number of listening modes perfect for listening tothe radio and getting the most out of your audio system. Also, byprese...
Page 35 - Selecting a preset radio station; The RCVR MODE button lights.; Erasing a preset radio station; The selected preset station is erased.; Presetting a radio station; This programs the radio station as a preset radio station.
35 Selecting a preset radio station 1. Press TUNER input source button on the TX-SR800 or TUN button on theremote controller. The front displayshould show the currently selectedfrequency. 2. Press the PRESET / buttons and select the number of the desiredpreset station. When using the remote controll...
Page 36 - Select an input source:; Adjusting the volume for the remote zone; Using the remote controller:; Enjoying music in the remote zone; Using the buttons on the TX-SR800; OFF
36 Using the remote controller After pressing the ZONE 2 button, press the ON/STANDBYbutton within 5 seconds. Select an input source: After pressing the ZONE 2 button, press an INPUT SELECTORbutton within 8 seconds.If tuner is selected with the TUN button, you can use the CH button to select a prese...
Page 37 - Recording a source
37 To record the input source signal you arecurrently watching or listening to This method outputs to the audio and video outputs the currentlyselected input source signal. This method allows you to a signalwhile you are actually listening to or watching it. 1. Select the input source to record by p...
Page 39 - Setup Menu; next to their name are settings that can be set
39 Setup Menu When making the various settings required to configure your TX-SR800 for optimum performance, you can either use the OSD Menu thatappears on your television monitor or you can use the display on the front of the TX-SR800. The OSD Menu is a settings menu that is displayedon your TV moni...
Page 40 - Button on remote controller; Navigating through the Setup Menu
40 Button on remote controller Button on TX-SR800 SETUP (upper edge ofENTER button) (lower edge ofENTER button) (left edge ofENTER button) (right edge ofENTER button) ENTER RETURN SETUP UP DOWN LEFT RIGHT ENTER RETURN Advanced Menu 0.Hardware Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.Input Setup 3.Audio Adjust 4.Pref...
Page 41 - Hardware Setup Menu; ohms.” If the impedance of even one speaker is between 4 and 6; Hardware Setup
41 0. Hardware Setup Menu The settings within the Hardware Setup Menu will need to be madebefore you use your TX-SR800 for the first time. Once you haveselected one of the Hardware Setup menu items, the setting will notbe displayed again when you enter the Basic Menu. To change thesetting at a later...
Page 43 - Speaker Setup Menu; Speaker Setup
43 1. Speaker Setup Menu After you have installed the TX-SR800, connected all thecomponents, and determined the speaker layout, it is now time toperform the settings in the Speaker Setup Menu for the optimumsound acoustics for your environment and speaker layout.Before you perform the following sett...
Page 44 - • Speakers that you selected “No” or “None” for in the Speaker
44 a. Unit feet: Select if you will enter the distances in feet. meters: Select if you will enter the distances in meters. b. Front L/RSet the distance from the front left and right speakers to your normallistening position. This can be set between 1 and 30 feet in 0.5-feetincrements (between 0.3 an...
Page 45 - Calibrating the speaker levels
45 Speaker Setup 1-3. Level Calibration Sub-menu Use this sub-menu to set the volume for each speaker so that eachvolume is heard by the listener at the same level. This is especiallyimportant for speaker layouts where the left and right speakers are atdifferent distances or in asymmetrical position...
Page 46 - Initial settings for each input source
46 2-1. Digital Setup Sub-menu This sub-menu concerns the input of digital signals from inputsources and if these settings are incorrectly made, the digital audiosignals may not be properly output, or not heard at all. This sub-menu will not appear if the selected input source button is AM orFM. It ...
Page 49 - The Intelli Volume can be adjusted between –12 and +12 decibels.; Yes: Select to have your custom name displayed.
49 Once 10 characters are entered, you will automatically return to theprevious screen. If the name is completed before you enter 10characters, enter spaces until 10 characters are entered. To change an existing character, move the cursor backward with theRETURN button or forward with the ENTER butt...
Page 50 - * The 5.1-channel digital surround format has a variety of versions
50 Input Setup 2-6. Listening Mode Preset Sub-menu With the TX-SR800, you can set a different listening mode for eachdifferent signal type that comes from each input source. Forexample, if your DVD player also plays compact discs and the DVDvideo signal is Dolby Digital and the compact disc signal i...
Page 51 - Input source signals; This mode can be used with VHS and DVD videos with the
51 Input Setup Input source signals a. Analog/PCMAnalog sources consist of LP records, FM and AM broadcasts,cassette tapes, and the such. PCM (Pulse Code Modulation) is oneform of digital audio signals and is recorded directly onto compactdiscs and DVDs without compression. b. PCM fs=96kDigital PCM ...
Page 53 - Separately adjust the bass and treble settings in two steps.; Audio Adjust; Audio Adjust Setup Menu; Set the various parameters for the sound signals.
53 3-1. Tone Control Sub-menu Separately adjust the bass and treble settings in two steps. Setting Values Initial value a. Bass –12 to +12 0 b. Treble –12 to +12 0 3-2. Surround Speakers Sub-menu This sub-menu allows you to decide which speakers to output towhen you are playing back a 5.1-channel so...
Page 54 - • The depth of the Late Night effect is determined by Dolby
54 3-4. Delay Sub-menu This sub-menu gives you various ways to adjust the timing of theaudio output from the speakers to give certain soundfield effects orto adjust for unwanted asynchronous video and audio tracks.This sub-menu does not appear if “Direct” is selected as the listeningmode. Setting Va...
Page 59 - Preference; Preference Menu
59 4-1. Volume Setup Sub-menu This sub-menu allows you to make various settings concerning thevolume control of the TX-SR800. a. Volume DisplayYou can choose from two ways of displaying the volume setting onscreen. Absolute: This displays the volume with a minimum of 0 for nosound and a maximum of 1...
Page 60 - Off: Select to turn off the immediate display of operations.
60 c. Immediate Display On: Select to have the screen immediately display certainoperations as you perform them (e.g., having the input sourcedisplayed whenever an input source selector button is pressed).The display will remain for five seconds after the operation iscompleted. Off: Select to turn o...
Page 61 - Using remote controller; Overview; Controlling an Onkyo cassette tape deck; : Skips to beginning of next track during playback
61 MUTING VOL RCVR MODE Using remote controller Overview The RC-510M remote controller is a useful tool that can not onlyoperate the TX-SR800, but also all the other components of yourhome theater as well. To operate any component, first press theMode button on the remote controller that corresponds...
Page 62 - Controlling an Onkyo DVD player; The
62 DVD MODE SETUP ON STANDBY TOP MENU DISC ENTER, RETURN AUDIO SEL ANGLE VOL MUTING MENU SUBTITLE SEARCH Using remote controller Controlling an Onkyo DVD player The connector of the Onkyo DVD player must be connected to the TX-SR800 (see page 26). 1. Press the DVD MODE button. The DVD MODE button li...
Page 63 - Controlling an Onkyo CD player; DISC : Selects a disc in the CD changer; You may also use the following buttons:; VOL
63 CD MODE MUTING ON STANDBY DISC VOL Controlling an Onkyo CD player The connector of the Onkyo compact disc player must be connected to the TX-SR800 (see page 26). 1. Press the CD MODE button. The CD MODE button lights. 2. Press the desired operation button. The buttons shaded in the figure to the ...
Page 64 - Controlling an Onkyo MD recorder; REC
64 Using remote controller SAT/MD MODE ON STANDBY VOL MUTING ENTER MDoperationbuttons Numeric keys Controlling an Onkyo MD recorder The connector of the Onkyo MD recorder must be connected to the TX-SR800 (see page 26). 1. Press the SAT/MD MODE button. The SAT/MD MODE button lights. 2. Press the des...
Page 65 - Entering a pre-programming code; Learning a pre-programming code; Find the 3-digit number listed for the manufacturer
65 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 remote controller to learn the codes directly from other remotecontrollers (see page 69). And the last...
Page 66 - Pre-programming codes; DVD; SAT; CABLE; VCR; TV
66 Pre-programming codes Note:If more than one code is given in the table,try each code one by one until you reach thecode 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 MITSUBISH...
Page 67 - Operating your programmed remote controller; Operations are the same as explained on page 62.
67 ON STANDBY CABLE MODE CH VOL MUTING ENTER ON STANDBY SAT / MD MODE CH ENTER, VOL MUTING MENU ENTER Operating your programmed remote controller Numeric keys Numeric keys After entering a pre-programming by following the proceduregiven above, the following modes become enabled for use. DVD MODE (DV...
Page 68 - The VCR button lights.
68 ON STANDBY TV MODE CH VOL MUTING ENTER TV/VCR TV ON STANDBY VCR MODE CH VOL MUTING TV/VCR Operating your programmed remote controller Numeric keys Numeric keys Video cassetterecorderoperationbuttons VCR MODE (VCR Mode) 1. Press the VCR MODE button. The VCR button lights. 2. Press the desired oper...
Page 69 - Programming procedure
69 MACRO 1 MACRO 2 LIGHT : ENTER Programming the commands of remote controllersfor other 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...
Page 71 - What is the macro function?; • If you erase or change the command of a button programmed in; Using the macro function; Programming the macro; The SEND/LEARN indicator slowly flashes twice.; Executing the macro
71 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-SR800 normally,you must perform...
Page 72 - Erasing a macro from the MACRO 1 (or 2) button; Press and hold down any one of the seven MODE; • If the SEND/LEARN indicator quickly flashes three times and; Open the battery cover and remove the batteries from; • Proceed to Step 3 immediately after Step 2 otherwise, the
72 ENTER MACRO 2 MACRO 1 MODE buttons Erasing a macro from the MACRO 1 (or 2) button 1. Press and hold down any one of the seven MODE buttons, press the MACRO 1 (or 2) button, and thenrelease both buttons. When you press the MODE button, it lights and the SEND/LEARN indicator lights. When you press ...
Page 73 - Troubleshooting guide
73 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-SR800 tomake sure that it is not due to a malfunction (or worn out batteries) inthe remote controller. POWER No power. • Power cord is disconnected. ➞...
Page 74 - VIDEO and AUDIO; Desired picture does not appear.; REMOTE CONTROLLER; LATE NIGHT function cannot be used.
74 Troubleshooting guide VIDEO and AUDIO Desired picture does not appear. • Improper connection. ➞ Check connections. Insert the plugs and connectorscompletely (see pages 16 to 19). • Video Setup Sub-menu settings are incorrect. ➞ Check settings at Setup Menu → Input Setup Menu → Video Setup Sub-men...
Page 75 - If one of the messages shown below appears; * To reset the surround mode and other settings to the factory
75 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-SR800. “Not available with Multichannel use”Operation not allowed while the multi-channel output is being used. “Not available in th...
Page 76 - Specifications
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