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... instructions in the unit. AV Receiver TX-DS494 Instruction Manual Contents Before using Important Safeguards 2 Precautions 3 Features 4 Supplied accessories 4 Before using this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in this manual for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver. Please read this unit 5 Facilities and connections Front panel facilities 6 Remote controller 9 Rear panel facilities 10...
... instructions in the unit. AV Receiver TX-DS494 Instruction Manual Contents Before using Important Safeguards 2 Precautions 3 Features 4 Supplied accessories 4 Before using this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in this manual for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver. Please read this unit 5 Facilities and connections Front panel facilities 6 Remote controller 9 Rear panel facilities 10...
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... American models, RC-444M for North American models) Batteries (AA, R6 or UM-3) × 2 The following accessories are supplied with the TX-DS494. US Pat. No.5,451,942 and other than 0.08% THD (North American models, FTC rated) • 75 Watts minimum of continuous...8226; Vibration-resistant cover • Brushed aluminum front panel 4 • Powerful preprogrammed remote (North American models) Check that the ONKYO product described in this plug if the power cord plug of the TX-DS494 does not fit your AC outlet. Features Supplied accessories Amplifier Features • 55 ...
... American models, RC-444M for North American models) Batteries (AA, R6 or UM-3) × 2 The following accessories are supplied with the TX-DS494. US Pat. No.5,451,942 and other than 0.08% THD (North American models, FTC rated) • 75 Watts minimum of continuous...8226; Vibration-resistant cover • Brushed aluminum front panel 4 • Powerful preprogrammed remote (North American models) Check that the ONKYO product described in this plug if the power cord plug of the TX-DS494 does not fit your AC outlet. Features Supplied accessories Amplifier Features • 55 ...
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... Carefully follow the polarity diagram (positive (+) and negative (-) symbols) inside the battery compartment. Notes: • Place the unit away from the remote controller. TX-DS494 RATING: AC 120/220-230V 50 /60 Hz 260W AM FREQUENCY STEP 10 k Hz 9 k Hz R L SURROUND SPEAKERS AC OUTLETS SWITCHED ...220-230V 50 /60 Hz 260W AM FREQUENCY STEP 10 k Hz 9 k Hz R L SURROUND SPEAKERS AC OUTLETS SWITCHED TOTAL 100W MAX. Remote control sensor TX-DS494 STANDBY indicator 30° 30° Approx. 5 meters (16 feet) Installing batteries into the battery compartment. and Canada: 10 kHz Other...
... Carefully follow the polarity diagram (positive (+) and negative (-) symbols) inside the battery compartment. Notes: • Place the unit away from the remote controller. TX-DS494 RATING: AC 120/220-230V 50 /60 Hz 260W AM FREQUENCY STEP 10 k Hz 9 k Hz R L SURROUND SPEAKERS AC OUTLETS SWITCHED ...220-230V 50 /60 Hz 260W AM FREQUENCY STEP 10 k Hz 9 k Hz R L SURROUND SPEAKERS AC OUTLETS SWITCHED TOTAL 100W MAX. Remote control sensor TX-DS494 STANDBY indicator 30° 30° Approx. 5 meters (16 feet) Installing batteries into the battery compartment. and Canada: 10 kHz Other...
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...OFF) shuts down the main power supply into a different electrical circuit. 2 STANDBY indicator Lights when the TX-DS494 is in the standby state and flashes when a signal is received from the remote controller. 3 STANDBY/ON button When STANDBY/ON button is pressed to ON while the POWER switch is...interfere with other than STEREO. • You cannot select surround mode when you select SPEAKERS B while surround mode is a problem, plug the TX-DS494 into the TX-DS494. • Before turning on the power, make sure all cables are turned on, the SPEAKERS A indicator lights up . Input source + ...
...OFF) shuts down the main power supply into a different electrical circuit. 2 STANDBY indicator Lights when the TX-DS494 is in the standby state and flashes when a signal is received from the remote controller. 3 STANDBY/ON button When STANDBY/ON button is pressed to ON while the POWER switch is...interfere with other than STEREO. • You cannot select surround mode when you select SPEAKERS B while surround mode is a problem, plug the TX-DS494 into the TX-DS494. • Before turning on the power, make sure all cables are turned on, the SPEAKERS A indicator lights up . Input source + ...
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... These buttons make it possible to store desired radio stations under the desired preset numbers and recall them according to their forms of the TX-DS494, use . HFM MUTE indicator Lights up when the sleep timer is displayed in the front display and it can be changed in the...stereo and monaural. When the headphones are plugged in the radio station preset operation. Turn the knob counterclockwise to cut the treble response. ~ Remote control sensor This sensor receives the control signals from the speakers. 0 AUDIO SELECTOR button Press to boost the bass response. Turn the knob ...
... These buttons make it possible to store desired radio stations under the desired preset numbers and recall them according to their forms of the TX-DS494, use . HFM MUTE indicator Lights up when the sleep timer is displayed in the front display and it can be changed in the...stereo and monaural. When the headphones are plugged in the radio station preset operation. Turn the knob counterclockwise to cut the treble response. ~ Remote control sensor This sensor receives the control signals from the speakers. 0 AUDIO SELECTOR button Press to boost the bass response. Turn the knob ...
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... TONE CH SEL LEVEL 8 9 0 = ~ ! These buttons are provided only on the remote controller (refer to the TX-DS494. For detailed descriptions on the buttons, see "Front panel facilities" on the TX-DS494 or put it in standby. 3 INPUT SELECTOR buttons For selecting the input source. 4 SUR... MODE button Press to select the surround mode. 5 SW MODE button Press to select the subwoofer mode. 6 DVD/CD/TAPE operation buttons For operating z-connected Onkyo components connected to page 23). ! Remote...
... TONE CH SEL LEVEL 8 9 0 = ~ ! These buttons are provided only on the remote controller (refer to the TX-DS494. For detailed descriptions on the buttons, see "Front panel facilities" on the TX-DS494 or put it in standby. 3 INPUT SELECTOR buttons For selecting the input source. 4 SUR... MODE button Press to select the surround mode. 5 SW MODE button Press to select the subwoofer mode. 6 DVD/CD/TAPE operation buttons For operating z-connected Onkyo components connected to page 23). ! Remote...
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... L MONITOR OUT OPTICAL COAXIAL 1 2 A IN FRONT IN R L SURR OUT R L IN L VIDEO SUB CENTER WOOFER MULTI CHANNEL INPUT B R L FRONT SPEAKERS CENTER SPEAKER REMOTE CONTROL AV RECEIVER MODEL NO. RCA type jack S Video jack 6 SPEAKERS Speaker terminals are 3 video inputs (each individual component (refer to page 12). • Be...configurations. Improper connections can be used . Rear panel facilities Here is an explanation of the terminals found on the rear of the TX-DS494 and how they are compatible with banana plug connectors (other video components to the video inputs.
... L MONITOR OUT OPTICAL COAXIAL 1 2 A IN FRONT IN R L SURR OUT R L IN L VIDEO SUB CENTER WOOFER MULTI CHANNEL INPUT B R L FRONT SPEAKERS CENTER SPEAKER REMOTE CONTROL AV RECEIVER MODEL NO. RCA type jack S Video jack 6 SPEAKERS Speaker terminals are 3 video inputs (each individual component (refer to page 12). • Be...configurations. Improper connections can be used . Rear panel facilities Here is an explanation of the terminals found on the rear of the TX-DS494 and how they are compatible with banana plug connectors (other video components to the video inputs.
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... 2 audio outputs (1 of purchase. The inputs accept digital audio signals from LD players, VCRs or other video components. TX-DS494 REMOTE CONTROL z connector Ex: Onkyo DVD Player z connector Ex: Onkyo CD player Ex: Onkyo cassette tape deck • For remote control operation, the audio connection cables must also be connected. • The RC-443S or RC-444M...
... 2 audio outputs (1 of purchase. The inputs accept digital audio signals from LD players, VCRs or other video components. TX-DS494 REMOTE CONTROL z connector Ex: Onkyo DVD Player z connector Ex: Onkyo CD player Ex: Onkyo cassette tape deck • For remote control operation, the audio connection cables must also be connected. • The RC-443S or RC-444M...
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...COAXIAL 1 2 A IN FRONT IN R L SURR OUT R L IN L VIDEO SUB CENTER WOOFER MULTI CHANNEL INPUT B R L FRONT SPEAKERS CENTER SPEAKER REMOTE CONTROL AV RECEIVER MODEL NO. If they are using only one speaker terminal. Subwoofer Front right speaker Front left speaker Center speaker Surround Surround right..., the left and right signals will sound unnatural. • Connect speakers with an impedance less that 6 Ω may damage the TX-DS494. • When you wish to listen to monaural (mono) sound, a single speaker should never be reversed and the audio will ...
...COAXIAL 1 2 A IN FRONT IN R L SURR OUT R L IN L VIDEO SUB CENTER WOOFER MULTI CHANNEL INPUT B R L FRONT SPEAKERS CENTER SPEAKER REMOTE CONTROL AV RECEIVER MODEL NO. If they are using only one speaker terminal. Subwoofer Front right speaker Front left speaker Center speaker Surround Surround right..., the left and right signals will sound unnatural. • Connect speakers with an impedance less that 6 Ω may damage the TX-DS494. • When you wish to listen to monaural (mono) sound, a single speaker should never be reversed and the audio will ...
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...backup system. This period is shorter when the unit is set to the on from the remote controller Before you must be able to standby mode. When the TX-DS494 is turned on, the TX-DS494 automatically turns on and selects the source that all connections have been made properly. •... STANDBY/ON button to off varies depending on the TX-DS494. When the power cord is set the TX-DS494 to standby mode. Press the POWER switch to set to turn on the TX-DS494 (take it can use a wall outlet on the remote controller. 20 Memory preservation This unit does not require...
...backup system. This period is shorter when the unit is set to the on from the remote controller Before you must be able to standby mode. When the TX-DS494 is turned on, the TX-DS494 automatically turns on and selects the source that all connections have been made properly. •... STANDBY/ON button to off varies depending on the TX-DS494. When the power cord is set the TX-DS494 to standby mode. Press the POWER switch to set to turn on the TX-DS494 (take it can use a wall outlet on the remote controller. 20 Memory preservation This unit does not require...
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...INPUT AUDIO SELECTOR DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VCR FM MODE MEMORY CLEAR TUNING PRESET TAPE FM AM PHONO C D DIMMER BASS TREBLE AV RECEIVER TX-DS494 TEST TONE CH SEL REMOTRECC-4O4N3TSROLLER STANDBY/ ON SLEEP DIMMER DISPLAY INPUT SELECTOR CD TAPE PHONO TUNER D V D VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 TUNER...speaker configuration for the speaker system connected to the SPEAKERS A terminals (see page 8), or - Adjusting each speaker's relative volume balance (Remote controller only) Adjust each speaker, press the CH SEL button to select a speaker and press the LEVEL 5/∞ buttons to raise ...
...INPUT AUDIO SELECTOR DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VCR FM MODE MEMORY CLEAR TUNING PRESET TAPE FM AM PHONO C D DIMMER BASS TREBLE AV RECEIVER TX-DS494 TEST TONE CH SEL REMOTRECC-4O4N3TSROLLER STANDBY/ ON SLEEP DIMMER DISPLAY INPUT SELECTOR CD TAPE PHONO TUNER D V D VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 TUNER...speaker configuration for the speaker system connected to the SPEAKERS A terminals (see page 8), or - Adjusting each speaker's relative volume balance (Remote controller only) Adjust each speaker, press the CH SEL button to select a speaker and press the LEVEL 5/∞ buttons to raise ...
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...is compatible with a source component equipped with the MASTER VOLUME dial on the front panel or the VOLUME 5/∞ buttons on the remote controller to select an individual speaker. Adjust the tone with the BASS and TREBLE control knobs on the component connected to each speaker ...INPUT AUDIO SELECTOR DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VCR FM MODE MEMORY CLEAR TUNING PRESET TAPE FM AM PHONO C D DIMMER BASS TREBLE AV RECEIVER TX-DS494 TEST TONE CH SEL DISC MUTING TOP MENU MENU ENTER VOLUME RETURN SETUP TEST TONE CH SEL LEVEL MUTING VOLUME 5/∞ LEVEL 5/∞ ...
...is compatible with a source component equipped with the MASTER VOLUME dial on the front panel or the VOLUME 5/∞ buttons on the remote controller to select an individual speaker. Adjust the tone with the BASS and TREBLE control knobs on the component connected to each speaker ...INPUT AUDIO SELECTOR DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VCR FM MODE MEMORY CLEAR TUNING PRESET TAPE FM AM PHONO C D DIMMER BASS TREBLE AV RECEIVER TX-DS494 TEST TONE CH SEL DISC MUTING TOP MENU MENU ENTER VOLUME RETURN SETUP TEST TONE CH SEL LEVEL MUTING VOLUME 5/∞ LEVEL 5/∞ ...
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...COAX 1" or "COAX 2". The MUTING indicator will flash and the sound from the same component, only the analog signal will be switched off the TX-DS494. 23 Note: The mute function will be output. • When a digital input setting is changed while an input signal format other than 10 minutes...the sound back on. Selecting a sound source Setting the input signal format If the input source is displayed. Press the SLEEP button on the remote controller. Press the AUDIO SELECTOR button repeatedly until the desired input signal format is DVD, CD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 or TAPE, you receive...
...COAX 1" or "COAX 2". The MUTING indicator will flash and the sound from the same component, only the analog signal will be switched off the TX-DS494. 23 Note: The mute function will be output. • When a digital input setting is changed while an input signal format other than 10 minutes...the sound back on. Selecting a sound source Setting the input signal format If the input source is displayed. Press the SLEEP button on the remote controller. Press the AUDIO SELECTOR button repeatedly until the desired input signal format is DVD, CD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 or TAPE, you receive...
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... the preset number (one of 30 FM and AM stations can be preset. 1. Selecting a preset radio station 1. Press the TUNER input selector button on the remote controller. Listening to Radio Broadcasts Presetting a radio station By storing (presetting) frequently received radio stations, they can be received automatically by pressing the PRESET ™...
... the preset number (one of 30 FM and AM stations can be preset. 1. Selecting a preset radio station 1. Press the TUNER input selector button on the remote controller. Listening to Radio Broadcasts Presetting a radio station By storing (presetting) frequently received radio stations, they can be received automatically by pressing the PRESET ™...
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...INPUT AUDIO SELECTOR DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VCR FM MODE MEMORY CLEAR TUNING PRESET TAPE FM AM PHONO C D DIMMER BASS TREBLE AV RECEIVER TX-DS494 TEST TONE CH SEL DISC MUTING TOP MENU MENU ENTER VOLUME RETURN SETUP TEST TONE CH SEL LEVEL LEVEL 5/∞ Input selector Relationship between ... has been recorded with a sampling rate 96 kHz. *5 Only DOLBY D (PL II if the source is set here are variable depending on the remote controller to raise or lower the level. • The speaker levels set to select a speaker. 2. Press the LEVEL 5/∞ buttons on the ...
...INPUT AUDIO SELECTOR DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VCR FM MODE MEMORY CLEAR TUNING PRESET TAPE FM AM PHONO C D DIMMER BASS TREBLE AV RECEIVER TX-DS494 TEST TONE CH SEL DISC MUTING TOP MENU MENU ENTER VOLUME RETURN SETUP TEST TONE CH SEL LEVEL LEVEL 5/∞ Input selector Relationship between ... has been recorded with a sampling rate 96 kHz. *5 Only DOLBY D (PL II if the source is set here are variable depending on the remote controller to raise or lower the level. • The speaker levels set to select a speaker. 2. Press the LEVEL 5/∞ buttons on the ...
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... can adjust the level of each speaker. 1. When software compatible with Dolby Pro Logic II. Press the CH SEL button on the remote controller to raise or lower the level. • The speaker levels set here are reproduced with DTS is set to STANDBY. (The...effects. Press the DSP button repeatedly until the desired surround mode name appears. Play the selected sound source. Selecting Onkyo's surround modes 1. Press the CH SEL button on the remote controller is already programmed into the source materials. Press the STEREO button. 3. Press the Ÿ/DTS SURROUND button....
... can adjust the level of each speaker. 1. When software compatible with Dolby Pro Logic II. Press the CH SEL button on the remote controller to raise or lower the level. • The speaker levels set here are reproduced with DTS is set to STANDBY. (The...effects. Press the DSP button repeatedly until the desired surround mode name appears. Play the selected sound source. Selecting Onkyo's surround modes 1. Press the CH SEL button on the remote controller is already programmed into the source materials. Press the STEREO button. 3. Press the Ÿ/DTS SURROUND button....
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...the current or previous track. w : Fast forwards the tape till the beginning of CD. Controlling an Onkyo CD player The z connector of the Onkyo compact disc player must be connected to the TX-DS494 (refer to page 11). 1. s : Starts playback of the next music. Press the TAPE MODE...SETUP TEST TONE CH SEL LEVEL 30 The illustration shows the RC-443S remote controller. e : Stops playback, recording, fast forward or rewinding. Using remote controller You can operate the z-connected Onkyo CD player, cassette tape deck or DVD player with the remote controller provided with the TX-DS494.
...the current or previous track. w : Fast forwards the tape till the beginning of CD. Controlling an Onkyo CD player The z connector of the Onkyo compact disc player must be connected to the TX-DS494 (refer to page 11). 1. s : Starts playback of the next music. Press the TAPE MODE...SETUP TEST TONE CH SEL LEVEL 30 The illustration shows the RC-443S remote controller. e : Stops playback, recording, fast forward or rewinding. Using remote controller You can operate the z-connected Onkyo CD player, cassette tape deck or DVD player with the remote controller provided with the TX-DS494.
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...TOP MENU MENU ENTER VOLUME RETURN SETUP TEST TONE CH SEL LEVEL OSD operation buttons 31 Using remote controller Controlling an Onkyo DVD player The z connector of the Onkyo DVD player must be connected to the TX-DS494 (refer to be played. e : Stops playback. MENU : Displays a menu recorded in... a menu. f : Searches the disc in the forward direction. RETURN : Returns to turn on the Onkyo DVD player. 3. Press the...
...TOP MENU MENU ENTER VOLUME RETURN SETUP TEST TONE CH SEL LEVEL OSD operation buttons 31 Using remote controller Controlling an Onkyo DVD player The z connector of the Onkyo DVD player must be connected to the TX-DS494 (refer to be played. e : Stops playback. MENU : Displays a menu recorded in... a menu. f : Searches the disc in the forward direction. RETURN : Returns to turn on the Onkyo DVD player. 3. Press the...
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... downward. Turn on the TX-DS494. Within 30 seconds, enter the 2-digit code number. f : Fast-forwards the videotape. CH- : Changes the received channel downward. if the first code does not work correctly. • If more than Onkyo by pointing the remote controller at it, either because...However, if the code has been changed to 02 or 03, then you want to the TX-DS494 with an z cable. CH- : Changes the received channel downward. Pre-programming remote controller (North American models only) Pre-programming code is correct. Learning a pre-programming code You...
... downward. Turn on the TX-DS494. Within 30 seconds, enter the 2-digit code number. f : Fast-forwards the videotape. CH- : Changes the received channel downward. if the first code does not work correctly. • If more than Onkyo by pointing the remote controller at it, either because...However, if the code has been changed to 02 or 03, then you want to the TX-DS494 with an z cable. CH- : Changes the received channel downward. Pre-programming remote controller (North American models only) Pre-programming code is correct. Learning a pre-programming code You...
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... very low volume from the center speaker, or very minimal sound. • Speaker cable is not corrected. © Check the connection between the TX-DS494 and the speaker (page 17). • Listening mode is set to STEREO or ORCHESTRA. © If listening mode is set to STEREO or ...• Turntable and speakers are using the remote controller, first try to operate the controls on the rear panel is incorrect. © Adjust the placement of the TX-DS494 to make sure that it again (page 20). • AC fuse blown. © Contact your Onkyo Service Center. • Input selector is not...
... very low volume from the center speaker, or very minimal sound. • Speaker cable is not corrected. © Check the connection between the TX-DS494 and the speaker (page 17). • Listening mode is set to STEREO or ORCHESTRA. © If listening mode is set to STEREO or ...• Turntable and speakers are using the remote controller, first try to operate the controls on the rear panel is incorrect. © Adjust the placement of the TX-DS494 to make sure that it again (page 20). • AC fuse blown. © Contact your Onkyo Service Center. • Input selector is not...