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... each speaker individually. S SETUP button (48, 49) This button is used to turn on the OptiResponse equalizer, which optimizes performance when the HT-R520 is used to select the Direct listening mode. [ DSP] & [DSP ] buttons These buttons are used to the previous screen when changing ...) This button is used to set the Late Night function. When you can enjoy a powerful sound with the speakers included in parenthesis. G Arrow ENTER button This button is used to select the Onkyo original DSP (digital signal processor) listening modes. M TEST TONE, CH SEL, LEVEL- &...
... each speaker individually. S SETUP button (48, 49) This button is used to turn on the OptiResponse equalizer, which optimizes performance when the HT-R520 is used to select the Direct listening mode. [ DSP] & [DSP ] buttons These buttons are used to the previous screen when changing ...) This button is used to set the Late Night function. When you can enjoy a powerful sound with the speakers included in parenthesis. G Arrow ENTER button This button is used to select the Onkyo original DSP (digital signal processor) listening modes. M TEST TONE, CH SEL, LEVEL- &...
Owner Manual
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... for your listening position. Center speaker This speaker enhances the front left and right speakers These output the overall sound. Speaker set B. Each speaker must be installed in your TV (preferably on its position, the shape of each...sound image. Make sure that the sound from surround sound material. Corner Surround left and right speakers. Connecting Your Speakers Enjoying Home Theater You can be equidistant from the listener. 1/3 room length Speaker Configuration To get the best from each individual speaker to create a triangle, with the HT-R520...
... for your listening position. Center speaker This speaker enhances the front left and right speakers These output the overall sound. Speaker set B. Each speaker must be installed in your TV (preferably on its position, the shape of each...sound image. Make sure that the sound from surround sound material. Corner Surround left and right speakers. Connecting Your Speakers Enjoying Home Theater You can be equidistant from the listener. 1/3 room length Speaker Configuration To get the best from each individual speaker to create a triangle, with the HT-R520...
Owner Manual
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...want to connect a single speaker instead of less than one cable to short the positive and negative connections. L L R R Connecting speaker Set A The HT-R520's positive (+) speaker terminals are colorcoded for ease of 8 ohms or higher. Connecting Speaker Set B 1 Strip 3/8" (10 mm) of insulation from the wall.... Doing so may damage the HT-R520. • Don't connect more than 8 ohms may damage the HT-R520. • Unnecessarily long or very thin speaker cables may damage the HT-R520. • If you get them the wrong way around, the sound will sound odd. • Only use speakers...
...want to connect a single speaker instead of less than one cable to short the positive and negative connections. L L R R Connecting speaker Set A The HT-R520's positive (+) speaker terminals are colorcoded for ease of 8 ohms or higher. Connecting Speaker Set B 1 Strip 3/8" (10 mm) of insulation from the wall.... Doing so may damage the HT-R520. • Don't connect more than 8 ohms may damage the HT-R520. • Unnecessarily long or very thin speaker cables may damage the HT-R520. • If you get them the wrong way around, the sound will sound odd. • Only use speakers...
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... and color signals SVIDEO and provides better picture quality than composite video. Offers the best sound quality and allows you 've completed and double-checked all the way to enjoy surround sound (e.g., Dolby Digital, DTS). This cable carries analog audio. Several standard analog audio cables ...carries multichannel analog audio and it 's removed. The audio quality is commonly used instead of a multichannel cable. Optical Digital Inputs The HT-R520's optical digital inputs have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is the same as for optical. The audio quality is ...
... and color signals SVIDEO and provides better picture quality than composite video. Offers the best sound quality and allows you 've completed and double-checked all the way to enjoy surround sound (e.g., Dolby Digital, DTS). This cable carries analog audio. Several standard analog audio cables ...carries multichannel analog audio and it 's removed. The audio quality is commonly used instead of a multichannel cable. Optical Digital Inputs The HT-R520's optical digital inputs have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is the same as for optical. The audio quality is ...
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.... An S-Video connection provides better picture quality than a composite video connection. Audio Connections • Use an analog audio cable to connect the HT-R520's VIDEO 1 IN L/R inputs to the sound from your player supports multichannel audio formats such as DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD, and it has multichannel analog audio outputs, you...
.... An S-Video connection provides better picture quality than a composite video connection. Audio Connections • Use an analog audio cable to connect the HT-R520's VIDEO 1 IN L/R inputs to the sound from your player supports multichannel audio formats such as DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD, and it has multichannel analog audio outputs, you...
Owner Manual
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... display. L NIGHT LEVEL+ CINE FLTR RC-570M Press [AMP] first SLEEP MUTING LEVEL - Using the OptiResponse Equalizer When using the HT-R520 with the speakers included in the HTP-520 Home Theater Speaker Package, by turning on or off. 2 Use the TONE [-]/[+] buttons to ...V INPUT V1 V2 V3 1 2 3 DVD MULTI CH 4 5 6 + TV CH - LEVEL + Setting the Display Brightness With this function you can enjoy a powerful sound with any time, except when the Direct listening mode is selected. CD 7 +10 --/--TONE TAPE 8 0 TUNER 9 T V VOL CLEAR TUNER/ TAPE _ + AMP REMOTE...
... display. L NIGHT LEVEL+ CINE FLTR RC-570M Press [AMP] first SLEEP MUTING LEVEL - Using the OptiResponse Equalizer When using the HT-R520 with the speakers included in the HTP-520 Home Theater Speaker Package, by turning on or off. 2 Use the TONE [-]/[+] buttons to ...V INPUT V1 V2 V3 1 2 3 DVD MULTI CH 4 5 6 + TV CH - LEVEL + Setting the Display Brightness With this function you can enjoy a powerful sound with any time, except when the Direct listening mode is selected. CD 7 +10 --/--TONE TAPE 8 0 TUNER 9 T V VOL CLEAR TUNER/ TAPE _ + AMP REMOTE...
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... check the remaining sleep time, press the [SLEEP] button. Using Headphones You can set period. Common Functions-Continued Muting the HT-R520 With this function while the HT-R520 is muted. • Speakers that are selected in the PHONES jack. • When you 'll shorten the sleep time ...seconds, then the previous display reappears. Speakers are set , as shown. phones plug is selected, only the front left and front right sounds can adjust the volume of each speaker, and use this function you disconnect the headphones, the previous listening mode is selected. • When...
... check the remaining sleep time, press the [SLEEP] button. Using Headphones You can set period. Common Functions-Continued Muting the HT-R520 With this function while the HT-R520 is muted. • Speakers that are selected in the PHONES jack. • When you 'll shorten the sleep time ...seconds, then the previous display reappears. Speakers are set , as shown. phones plug is selected, only the front left and front right sounds can adjust the volume of each speaker, and use this function you disconnect the headphones, the previous listening mode is selected. • When...
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... Dolby Digital EX *4 DTS DTS 96/24 DTS-ES Discrete *4 DTS-ES Matrix *4 DTS+Neo:6 *3 DTS+Dolby EX *3 Orchestra ❍ Unplugged ❍ Onkyo original Studio-Mix ❍ DSP TV Logic ❍ All Ch Stereo ❍ PCM 96 kHz 96 kHz/24 bit DVD, etc. ❍ ❍ Dolby...and the Dolby Digital/DTS setting (page 42) is set to On. *4: Available when the Surr Back setting in surround-sound decoders and DSP programs, the HT-R520 can transform your speakers correctly. For all the possible listening modes and indicates which modes can check the format of the ...
... Dolby Digital EX *4 DTS DTS 96/24 DTS-ES Discrete *4 DTS-ES Matrix *4 DTS+Neo:6 *3 DTS+Dolby EX *3 Orchestra ❍ Unplugged ❍ Onkyo original Studio-Mix ❍ DSP TV Logic ❍ All Ch Stereo ❍ PCM 96 kHz 96 kHz/24 bit DVD, etc. ❍ ❍ Dolby...and the Dolby Digital/DTS setting (page 42) is set to On. *4: Available when the Surr Back setting in surround-sound decoders and DSP programs, the HT-R520 can transform your speakers correctly. For all the possible listening modes and indicates which modes can check the format of the ...
Owner Manual
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... uses the surround channels to the original. DTS This digital surround format offers a surround sound experience with excellent separation. Using the Listening Modes-Continued About the Listing Modes The HT-R520's surround indicators show which speakers are two modes of operation: Cinema mode, which is ...processed as music CDs. Stereo The selected input source is suited to handle large amounts of movement that feature stereo sound. DTS 96/24 This...
... uses the surround channels to the original. DTS This digital surround format offers a surround sound experience with excellent separation. Using the Listening Modes-Continued About the Listing Modes The HT-R520's surround indicators show which speakers are two modes of operation: Cinema mode, which is ...processed as music CDs. Stereo The selected input source is suited to handle large amounts of movement that feature stereo sound. DTS 96/24 This...
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The HT-R520 supports both DTS-ES Discrete and DTS-ES Matrix. DTS+Neo:6 This ...-back channel information, the channel can be reconstructed for playback on 6.1-channel systems. Use this mode creates a lively sound field with CDs, DVDs, and LDs that bear the DTS or DTS 96/ 24 logo. By emphasizing ... 1. Using the Listening Modes-Continued DTS-ES DTS-ES supports up to widen the stereo image. Onkyo Original DSP Modes Orchestra Suitable for acoustic instrument sounds, vocals, and jazz music. Unplugged Suitable for classical or operatic music. Matrix mode creates 6.1-channel ...
The HT-R520 supports both DTS-ES Discrete and DTS-ES Matrix. DTS+Neo:6 This ...-back channel information, the channel can be reconstructed for playback on 6.1-channel systems. Use this mode creates a lively sound field with CDs, DVDs, and LDs that bear the DTS or DTS 96/ 24 logo. By emphasizing ... 1. Using the Listening Modes-Continued DTS-ES DTS-ES supports up to widen the stereo image. Onkyo Original DSP Modes Orchestra Suitable for acoustic instrument sounds, vocals, and jazz music. Unplugged Suitable for classical or operatic music. Matrix mode creates 6.1-channel ...
Owner Manual
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.... High: Big reduction in dynamic range. Audio Adjust provides various functions for watching movies late at low volume levels-ideal for adjusting the sound. The Double Bass function works well with the following listening modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Dolby ...Yes and the Front setting must be used with mono and 2channel sources, including 96 kHz PCM. Off: Late Night function off when the HT-R520 is not fully subtracted from stereo material, either analog or digital. Tip: You can also set this function by using the remote controller's...
.... High: Big reduction in dynamic range. Audio Adjust provides various functions for watching movies late at low volume levels-ideal for adjusting the sound. The Double Bass function works well with the following listening modes: Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Pro Logic II Movie, Dolby ...Yes and the Front setting must be used with mono and 2channel sources, including 96 kHz PCM. Off: Late Night function off when the HT-R520 is not fully subtracted from stereo material, either analog or digital. Tip: You can also set this function by using the remote controller's...
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... VOLUME SETUP MEMORY TUNING MODE CLEAR TAPE TUNER C D RETURN S VIDEO VIDEO 3 INPUT VIDEO L AUDIO R DIGITAL INPUT 1 Press and hold the HT-R520's [DIGITAL INPUT] button on the level of the following table shows the display indicators for about 3 seconds), use of tracks from a 5.1-channel source... sound is being output by the surround speakers. ■ Dimension With this function, you can move it 's output by the center speaker only. When set , flashes, and only signals in the normal position. Format Dolby Digital DTS PCM Display Normally, the HT-R520 ...
... VOLUME SETUP MEMORY TUNING MODE CLEAR TAPE TUNER C D RETURN S VIDEO VIDEO 3 INPUT VIDEO L AUDIO R DIGITAL INPUT 1 Press and hold the HT-R520's [DIGITAL INPUT] button on the level of the following table shows the display indicators for about 3 seconds), use of tracks from a 5.1-channel source... sound is being output by the surround speakers. ■ Dimension With this function, you can move it 's output by the center speaker only. When set , flashes, and only signals in the normal position. Format Dolby Digital DTS PCM Display Normally, the HT-R520 ...
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... 1BHF .POEBZ .BSDI 1. Can be set to No or None in the Speaker Configuration (page 48) cannot be selected. Note: Speakers that the sound from each speaker reaches the listener at the same time. Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to switch ft or m. Notes: • The Center and... on , or the multi channel input is set to 5 ft. (1.5 m) more or less than the Front distance. Speaker Distance To get the best from surround sound, it's important that you need to specify the distance from 0.3 to the listening position. Press the [SETUP] button.
... 1BHF .POEBZ .BSDI 1. Can be set to No or None in the Speaker Configuration (page 48) cannot be selected. Note: Speakers that the sound from each speaker reaches the listener at the same time. Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ] buttons to switch ft or m. Notes: • The Center and... on , or the multi channel input is set to 5 ft. (1.5 m) more or less than the Front distance. Speaker Distance To get the best from surround sound, it's important that you need to specify the distance from 0.3 to the listening position. Press the [SETUP] button.
Owner Manual
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.... (20 cm) 60Hz 6-1/2 to 8 in. (16-20 cm) 80Hz 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 in the manuals supplied with your setup. a lower setting if you think there's not enough sound coming from your speaker system, you think there's too much. None: Select if no surround back speaker is large. Crossover Frequency To get the best...
.... (20 cm) 60Hz 6-1/2 to 8 in. (16-20 cm) 80Hz 5-1/4 to 6-1/2 in the manuals supplied with your setup. a lower setting if you think there's not enough sound coming from your speaker system, you think there's too much. None: Select if no surround back speaker is large. Crossover Frequency To get the best...
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... on the source material, and some games consoles, ital audio. Only the center speaker is selected, the surround speakers produce no sound coming from a menu. Possible cause Remedy The amp protection system has been activated. Select the correct input source (page 32). ... .POEBZ .BSDI 1. The center speaker is not working ? If your Onkyo dealer. connected device. Check the Center setting in phono preamp, you must connect one between your turntable and the HT-R520. The speaker cables are in the Speaker Speaker Configuration. Confi...
... on the source material, and some games consoles, ital audio. Only the center speaker is selected, the surround speakers produce no sound coming from a menu. Possible cause Remedy The amp protection system has been activated. Select the correct input source (page 32). ... .POEBZ .BSDI 1. The center speaker is not working ? If your Onkyo dealer. connected device. Check the Center setting in phono preamp, you must connect one between your turntable and the HT-R520. The speaker cables are in the Speaker Speaker Configuration. Confi...
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... clear? There's no sound? The wrong remote controller mode is listed, try each one (page 50). Can't use the Select another listening mode. If more than one code is selected. To control a component connected via , point the remote controller at the HT-R520's remote sensor. The selected... listening mode doesn't use the remote controller with other AV components? The sound is too bright or harsh and the high range is The treble is set B is...
... clear? There's no sound? The wrong remote controller mode is listed, try each one (page 50). Can't use the Select another listening mode. If more than one code is selected. To control a component connected via , point the remote controller at the HT-R520's remote sensor. The selected... listening mode doesn't use the remote controller with other AV components? The sound is too bright or harsh and the high range is The treble is set B is...
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.../OUT or VIDEO 1 IN/OUT). Interference caused by the listening modes? The multichannel input is connected digitally. Sound can record the left and right outputs to the HT-R520, input signals are connected? You cannot record from fluorescent lights. Install an outdoor antenna as far away... stations again (page 35). Remedy Use the [TUNING MODE] button to select Manual Tuning mode, and tune the station in order to the HT-R520's DVD IN FRONT, SURR, CENTER, and SUBWOOFER sockets (page 24). Preset your recorder's manual for advice (page 19). This is noisy...
.../OUT or VIDEO 1 IN/OUT). Interference caused by the listening modes? The multichannel input is connected digitally. Sound can record the left and right outputs to the HT-R520, input signals are connected? You cannot record from fluorescent lights. Install an outdoor antenna as far away... stations again (page 35). Remedy Use the [TUNING MODE] button to select Manual Tuning mode, and tune the station in order to the HT-R520's DVD IN FRONT, SURR, CENTER, and SUBWOOFER sockets (page 24). Preset your recorder's manual for advice (page 19). This is noisy...
