User manual ONKYO TX-SR501E

Contents Introduction AV Receiver TX-SR501 TX-SR501E Instruction Manual Important Safeguards................................................2 Precautions................................................................3 Supplied Accessories ................................................4 Features.....................................................................4 Before Using the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E ...............5 Controls & Connectors .............................................6 Connections Connecting Your AV Components.........................10 Connecting -compatible AV Components ........19 Installing Your Speakers ........................................20 Connecting Antenna ...............................................22 Setup Powering Up & Setting Up the TX-SR501/ TX-SR501E.........................................................24 Important--First Time Setup..............................24 Configuring Speaker Set A.....................................26 Operation Playing Your AV Components...............................28 Using the Tuner ......................................................30 Common Functions.................................................32 Using the Listening Modes.....................................34 Audio Adjust Functions..........................................37 Recording................................................................39 Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver. Please retain this manual for future reference. Remote Controller Using the Remote Controller RC-479S with Your Other AV Components........................................40 Using the Remote Controller RC-518M with Your Other AV Components........................................41 Appendix Troubleshooting......................................................45 Specifications..........................................................48 En WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 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 operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions--All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning--Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. 6. Attachments--Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 7. Water and Moisture--Do not use the appliance near water ­for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. 8. Accessories--Do not place the appliPORTABLE CART WARNING ance on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, triS3125A pod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 9. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. 10. Ventilation--Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided. There should be free space of at least 8 in. (20 cm) and an opening behind the appliance. 11. Power Sources--The appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. 12. Grounding or Polarization--The appliance may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 13. Power Cord Protection--Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding--If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the appliance, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antennadischarge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure 1. 15. Lightning--For added protection for the appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line surges. 16. Power Lines--An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 17. Overloading--Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 18. Object and Liquid Entry--Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appliance. 19. Servicing--Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 20. Damage Requiring Service--Unplug the appliance form the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the appliance, C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water, D. If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to its normal operation, E. If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way, and F. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance ­ this indicates a need for service. 2 Important Safeguards--Continued 21. Replacement Parts--When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 22. Safety Check--Upon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operation condition. 23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting--The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 24. Heat--The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 25. Liquid Hazards--The appliance should not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases should be placed on the appliance. FIGURE 1: EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS NEC ­ NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) Precautions For British models Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel. For U.S. models Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. FCC Information for User IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral Brown: Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. CAUTION: The user changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. IMPORTANT A 5 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amperes and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse. IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMPERE SOCKET. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician. For European Models Declaration of Conformity We, ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6, 82194 GROEBENZELL, GERMANY declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding technical standards such as EN60065, EN55013, EN55020 and EN61000-3-2, -3-3. GROEBENZELL, GERMANY I. MORI For Canadian Models NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. For models having a power cord with a polarized plug: CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Modèle canadien REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée: ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH 3 Precautions--Continued 1. Recording Copyright--Unless it's for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder. 2. AC Fuse--The AC fuse inside the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is not user-serviceable. If you cannot turn on the TX-SR501/ TX-SR501E, contact your Onkyo dealer. 3. Care--Occasionally you should dust the TX-SR501/ TX-SR501E all over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E immediately afterwards with a clean cloth. Don't use abrasive cloths, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical solvents, because they may damage the finish or remove the panel lettering. 4. Power WARNING BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. Make sure that the voltage in your area meets the voltage requirements printed on the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E's rear panel (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz). The Worldwide model has a voltage selector for compatibility with power systems around the world. Before you plug in this model, make sure that the voltage selector is set to the correct voltage for your area. Setting the [STANDBY/ON] switch to STANDBY does not fully shutdown the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E. If you do not intend to use the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E for an extended period, remove the power cord from the AC outlet. Memory backup The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E uses a battery-less memory backup system in order to retain radio presets and other settings when it's unplugged or in the case of a power failure. Although no batteries are required, the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E must be plugged into an AC outlet in order to charge the backup system. (On non-North American models, the TX-SR501/ TX-SR501E's POWER switch must be set to ON in order to charge the backup system.) Once it has been charged, the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E will retain the settings for several weeks, although this depends on the environment and will be shorter in humid climates. Supplied Accessories Make sure you have the following accessories: Only supplied in certain countries. Use this adapter if your AC outlet does not match with the plug on the TX-SR501/ TX-SR501E's power cord. (Adapter varies from country to country.) AM loop antenna Indoor FM antenna (connector type varies from country to country) Surround Back Left Surround Back Left Zone 2 Left Zone 2 Left Surround Back Right Surround Back Right Zone 2 Right Zone 2 Right Front Left Front Left SP-B / Zone 2 Left SP-B / Zone 2 Left Front Right Front Right SP-B / Zone 2 Right SP-B / Zone 2 Right Surround Left Surround Left Surround Right Surround Right Center Center Power-plug adapter Surround Back Left Surround Back Left Zone 2 Left Zone 2 Left 1 Surround Back Right Surround Back Right Zone 2 Right Zone 2 Right Front Left Front Left SP-B / Zone 2 Left SP-B / Zone 2 Left Front Right Front Right SP-B / Zone 2 Right SP-B / Zone 2 Right Surround Left Surround Left Surround Right Surround Right Center Center 2 3 Speaker Cable Not supplied with North American and European models. 75/300-ohm antenna adapter Remote controller & two batteries (AA/R6) Speaker cable labels * In catalogs and on packaging, the letter added to the end of the product name indicates the color of the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E. Specifications and operation are the same regardless of color. Features Amp · 6-channel amplifier · 65 watts per channel into 8 ohms, 20 Hz­20 kHz with less than 0.08% total harmonic distortion · WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) · Optimum gain volume circuitry Audio/Video · Dolby*1 Digital EX and Dolby Pro Logic II · DTS, DTS-ES Matrix/Discrete 6.1, and DTS Neo:6 processing*2 · Cinema Filter function · Advanced 24-bit DSP chip (5 DSP soundfields) · Linear PCM 96 kHz/24-bit D/A converters on all channels · Adjustable crossover (60, 80, 100, 120, 150 Hz) · · · · · · 2 component video inputs, 1 output 4 S-Video inputs, 2 outputs 3 assignable digital inputs (2 optical, 1 coaxial) Subwoofer pre out Color-coded multi-channel inputs Color-coded speaker terminal posts (SPEAKERS B use push-type terminals) FM/AM Tuner · 30 FM/AM presets · FM auto tuning · RDS (Radio Data System) (Europe only) *1. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. "Dolby," "Pro Logic," Surround EX," and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. *2. "DTS," "DTS-ES Extended Surround," and "Neo:6" are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc. 4 Before Using the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E Setting the Voltage Selector (Worldwide model only) The Worldwide model has a voltage selector for compatibility with power systems around the world. Before you plug in this model, make sure that the voltage selector is set to the correct voltage for your area. If it isn't, use a small screwdriver to set it as appropriate. For example, if the voltage in your area is 120 volts (V), set the selector to "120V." And if it's between 220 and 230 volts (V), set it to "220­230V." COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO 1 / 2 / 3 DVD IN IN OUT · If you intend not to use the remote controller for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent possible leakage and corrosion. · Flat batteries should be removed as soon as possible to prevent possible leakage and corrosion. Using the Remote Controller To use the remote controller, point it at the TX-SR501/ TX-SR501E's remote control sensor, as shown below. The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E's STANDBY indicator flashes while a signal is being received from the remote controller. Remote control sensor TX-SR501/TX-SR501E ANTENNA AM FM 75 Y AC OUTLET FRONT SPEAKERS B FRONT SPEAKERS A SURROUND SPEAKERS CENTER SPEAKER SWITCHED 100W MAX. PB L VIDEO 2 REMOTE CONTROL IN L PR VIDEO 1 OUT IN DVD IN MONITOR OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL INPUT 1 L VIDEO COAXIAL R R R VOLTAGE SELECTOR SURROUND BACK SPEAKER 120 V S VIDEO IN OUT IN IN OUT IN FRONT SURR CENTER L SUBWOOFER PRE OUT L L R 220-230 V R CD TAPE VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 R DVD SUB WOOFER Standby indicator VOLTAGE SELECTOR 120 V 30° 220-230 V 30° . ox pr 16 ( ft. 5 m ) Installing the Batteries Ap 1 Open the battery compartment, as shown. 2 Insert the two supplied batteries (AA/R6) in accordance with the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment. 3 Close the battery compartment. Notes: · The remote controller may not work reliably if the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is subjected to bright light, such as direct sunlight or inverter-type fluorescent lights. Keep this in mind when installing the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E. · If another remote controller of the same type is used in the same room, or the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is installed close to equipment that uses infrared rays, the remote controller may not work reliably. · Don't put anything, such as a book, on the remote controller, because the buttons may be pressed inadvertently, thereby draining the batteries. · The remote controller may not work reliably if the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is installed in a rack behind colored glass doors. Keep this in mind when installing the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E. · The remote controller will not work if there's an obstacle between it and the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E's remote control sensor. Notes: · The supplied batteries should last for about six months, although this will vary with usage. · If the remote controller doesn't work reliably, try replacing both batteries. · Don't mix new and old batteries, or different types of batteries. 5 Controls & Connectors Front Panel North American Model 2 3456 78 9 J K L M MASTER VOLUME STANDBY/ON DIRECT STEREO SURROUND DSP STANDBY PRESET/ADJUST A SPEAKERS B DISPLAY DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT SUBWOOFER MODE MEMORY FM MODE TUNING SPEAKER ADJUST AUDIO ADJUST CLEAR PHONES AUDIO SELECTOR DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 TAPE TUNER CD VIDEO 3 INPUT VCR S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R NO Other Models P Q R ST U 1 2 3456 78 9 J K L M MASTER VOLUME STANDBY/ON DIRECT STEREO SURROUND DSP POWER STANDBY PRESET/ADJUST ON OFF DISPLAY DIMMER DIGITAL INPUT A SPEAKERS B SUBWOOFER MODE MEMORY FM MODE TUNING SPEAKER ADJUST AUDIO ADJUST CLEAR PHONES AUDIO SELECTOR DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 TAPE TUNER CD VIDEO 3 INPUT VCR S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R NO P Q R ST U For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis. B STANDBY/ON button (24) This button is used to set the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E to On or Standby. For models with a POWER switch, this button has no effect unless the POWER switch is set to ON. A POWER switch (24) The North American model doesn't have this switch. This is the main power switch. When set to OFF, the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is completely shutdown. When set to ON, the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is in Standby mode and the STANDBY indicator lights up. Don't turn on the power until you've completed, and double checked all connections (pages 10­23). Note: Turning on the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E may cause a momentary power surge that might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same circuit. If this is a problem, plug the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E into a different branch circuit. C STANDBY indicator (24) This indicator lights up when the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is in Standby mode, and it flashes while a signal is being received from the remote controller. D DIMMER button (32) This button is used to adjust the display brightness. E DIGITAL INPUT button (24) This button is used to assign the digital inputs. F SUBWOOFER MODE button (25) This button is used to select the Subwoofer modes. 6 Controls & Connectors--Continued G MEMORY button (30, 31) This button is used when storing and deleting radio presets. O PHONES jack (33) This 1/4-inch phone jack is for connecting a standard pair of stereo headphones for private listening. H FM MODE button (31) This button is used to select the FM radio Stereo and Mono modes. It's also used when deleting radio presets. P DISPLAY button (32) This button is used to display various information about the currently selected source. I TUNING [ ] [ ] buttons (30) These buttons are used to tune into radio stations. Q AUDIO SELECTOR button (28, 29) This button is used to select the input signal format. J Remote control sensor (5) This sensor receives control signals from the remote controller. R Input selector buttons (24, 28­30, 39) These buttons are used to select the audio and video sources: CD, DVD, TAPE, TUNER, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, or VIDEO 3. K Listening mode buttons (36) These buttons are used to select the listening modes. S SPEAKER ADJUST button (25, 26) This button is used to adjust various speaker-related parameters. L PRESET/ADJUST [ ] [ ] buttons (25, 26, 31, 37) This button is used to select radio presets and adjust parameter values. T AUDIO ADJUST button (37) This button is used to set the Bass, Treble, Late Night, Cinema Filter, Center Image, Panorama, Dimension, and Center Width functions. M MASTER VOLUME control (28, 30) This control is used to set the volume of the TX-SR501/ TX-SR501E. U VIDEO 3 INPUT connectors (15, 39) These S-Video, composite video (RCA/phono), and analog audio (RCA/phono) inputs can be used to connect a video camera or games console. N SPEAKER A & B buttons (28, 32) These buttons are used to turn speaker sets A and B on and off. Display 1 2 3 4 5 For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis. 6 AUTO (30): This indicator lights up when the Auto Tuning function is on. RDS (European model only) (31): This indicator lights up when the TX-SR501E is tuned into a radio station that supports RDS (Radio Data System). MEMORY (31): This indicator lights up when programming radio presets. FM STEREO (31): This indicator lights up when the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is tuned into a stereo FM station. 1 A & B speaker indicators (28, 32) Indicator A lights up when speaker set A is on. Indicator B lights up when speaker set B is on. 2 MUTING indicator (33) This indicator flashes when the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E is muted. 3 Source/listening mode indicators (28, 36) These indicators display information about the currently selected source and listening mode. 5 SLEEP indicator (33) This indicator lights up when the Sleep function has been set. 4 Tuning indicators (30, 31) TUNED (30): This indicator lights up when the TX-SR501/ TX-SR501E is tuned into a radio station. 6 Message area This area of the display shows various information about the currently selected source. 7 Controls & Connectors--Continued Rear Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO 1 / 2 / 3 DVD IN IN OUT ANTENNA AM FM 75 Y AC OUTLET FRONT SPEAKERS B FRONT SPEAKERS A SURROUND SPEAKERS CENTER SPEAKER SWITCHED 100W MAX. PB L VIDEO 2 REMOTE CONTROL IN L PR VIDEO 1 OUT IN DVD IN MONITOR OUT OPTICAL 2 DIGITAL INPUT 1 L VIDEO COAXIAL R R R VOLTAGE SELECTOR SURROUND BACK SPEAKER 120 V S VIDEO IN OUT IN IN OUT IN FRONT SURR CENTER L SUBWOOFER PRE OUT L L R 220-230 V R CD TAPE VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 R DVD SUB WOOFER 7 8 9 JK L M N K (19) O Worldwide model only For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis. A COMPONENT VIDEO (10, 12, 14, 16) These RCA/phono connectors can be used to connect a TV, DVD player, or other AV component with component video inputs and outputs. B AM ANTENNA (22, 23) These push terminals are for connecting an AM antenna. C FM ANTENNA (22, 23) This connector is for connecting an FM antenna. This (Remote Interactive) connector can be connected to the connector on another Onkyo AV component, for example, a CD player, DVD player, or cassette recorder. The TX-SR501/TX-SR501E's remote controller can then be used to control that component. To use , you must make an analog RCA/phono connection between your TX-SR501/ TX-SR501E and the other AV component, even if they are connected digitally. L VIDEO 1 IN/OUT & VIDEO 2 IN (10, 14­16, 39) These connectors can be used to connect a VCR or other AV component. There are RCA/phono connectors for connecting to stereo analog audio inputs and outputs, and S-Video and composite video (RCA/phono) connectors for connecting to video inputs and outputs. D FRONT SPEAKERS B (21) These push terminals are for connecting speaker set B. E FRONT SPEAKERS A, SURROUND SPEAKERS, CENTER SPEAKER & SURROUND BACK SPEAKER (21) These terminal posts are for connecting speaker set A, including the front, surround, center, and surround-back speakers. They accept bare wires or banana plugs (European models don't accept banana plugs). M DVD IN/MULTI CH INPUT (10, 12, 13) The FRONT, SURR, CENTER, and SUBWOOFER RCA/ phono connectors can be used to connect AV components with multiple analog audio outputs, including DVD players with individual 5.1 surround analog outputs. There's an S-Video input and composite video (RCA/phono) input for connecting the video signal. F AC OUTLET (11) This switched AC outlet can be used to supply power to another AV component. The connector type depends on the country in which you purchased your TX-SR501/ TX-SR501E. N MONITOR OUT (10, 12) These S-Video and composite video (RCA/phono) outputs can be connected to the video input on your TV or projector. G DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL 1, 2 & COAXIAL (10, 13, 14, 16­18) These optical and coaxial connectors can be used to connect a CD, DVD, or LD (laser disc) player, or other AV component with digital outputs. O VOLTAGE SELECTOR (Worldwide model only) (5) This voltage selector provides compatibility with power systems around the world. H SUBWOOFER PRE OUT (21) This RCA/phono connector can be used to connect an active subwoofer. I CD IN (10, 17) These RCA/phono connectors can be used to connect a CD player with analog outputs. J TAPE IN/OUT (10, 17, 18) These RCA/phono connectors can be used to connect a cassette recorder, MiniDisc recorder, or other recorder with analog inputs and outputs. Tip: A turntable with a built-in preamp can be connected to a pair of unused TX-SR501/TX-SR501E analog inputs. To connect a turntable without a built-in preamp, you'll need a commercially available phono preamp. See pages 17 and 18 and the instructions supplied with your phono preamp and turntable for more information. 8 Controls & Connectors--Continued Remote Controller--RCVR Mode RC-518M (North American model) This page describes only those buttons that can be used to control the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E when the remote controller is in RCVR mode (Receiver mode). The other modes, and information on using the remote controller to control your other AV components, are explained on page 40. To select RCVR mode, press the [RCVR] button. For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis. 1 2 3 J K L Press this to select RCVR mode A SLEEP button (33) This button is used to set the Sleep function. This function can be set only with the remote controller. 4 5 B STANDBY/ON button (24) This button is used to set the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E to On or Standby. M N O C Listening mode buttons (36) These buttons are used to select the listening modes. D CINE FLTR button (37) This button is used to set the Cinema Filter function. E LATE NIGHT button (37) This button is used to set the Late Night function. 6 7 8 9 P F TEST, CH SEL & LEVEL [ ] [ ] buttons (27, 29, 33) These buttons are used to set the level of each speaker individually. This function can be set only with the remote controller. G AUDIO SEL button (29) This button is used to select analog or digital inputs for the CD, DVD, TAPE, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, and VIDEO 3 sources. H Input selector buttons (28, 30, 39) RC-479S (other models) These buttons are used to select the audio and video sources: CD, DVD, TAPE, TUNER, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, and VIDEO 3. 1 2 3 J K L Press this to select RCVR mode I MUTING button (33) This button is used to mute the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E. This function can be set only with the remote controller. J PRESET [ ] [ ] buttons (31) These buttons are used to select radio presets. K DIMMER button (32) This button is used to adjust the display brightness. 4 5 M N O L Remote Controller Mode buttons (28, 40, 42) These buttons are used to select the remote controller modes. To select RCVR mode, press the [RCVR] button. M SP A & SP B buttons (28, 32) These buttons are used to turn on and off speaker sets A and B individually. N AUDIO ADJUST button (37)