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AV RECEIVER TX-NR515 Instruction Manual Contents Safety Information and Introduction 2 Table of Contents 6 Connections 12 Turning On & Basic Operations 20 Advanced Operations 45 Controlling Other Components 68 Appendix 75 Internet Radio Guide Remote Control Codes En
AV RECEIVER TX-NR515 Instruction Manual Contents Safety Information and Introduction 2 Table of Contents 6 Connections 12 Turning On & Basic Operations 20 Advanced Operations 45 Controlling Other Components 68 Appendix 75 Internet Radio Guide Remote Control Codes En
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... leakage or corrosion. • Remove expired batteries as soon as shown below. Remote control sensor AV receiver Approx. 16 ft. (5 m) Thank you for future reference. Batteries (AA/R6) Note ... long time, remove the batteries to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver. Supplied Accessories Make sure you have the following accessories: Indoor FM antenna (➔ page ...unit.) Quick Start Guide * In catalogs and on packaging, the letter at the AV receiver's remote control sensor, as possible to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion. Following ...
... leakage or corrosion. • Remove expired batteries as soon as shown below. Remote control sensor AV receiver Approx. 16 ft. (5 m) Thank you for future reference. Batteries (AA/R6) Note ... long time, remove the batteries to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver. Supplied Accessories Make sure you have the following accessories: Indoor FM antenna (➔ page ...unit.) Quick Start Guide * In catalogs and on packaging, the letter at the AV receiver's remote control sensor, as possible to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion. Following ...
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... 8 Display 9 Rear Panel 10 Remote Controller 11 Controlling the AV Receiver 11 Connections Connecting the AV Receiver 12 Connecting Your Speakers 12 About AV Connections 14 Connecting Components with HDMI 16 Connecting Your Components 17 Connecting Onkyo V Components 18 Connecting the Antennas 19 Connecting the Power Cord ...19 Turning On & Basic Operations Turning On/Off the AV Receiver 20 Turning On 20 Turning Off 20 Initial Setup ...
... 8 Display 9 Rear Panel 10 Remote Controller 11 Controlling the AV Receiver 11 Connections Connecting the AV Receiver 12 Connecting Your Speakers 12 About AV Connections 14 Connecting Components with HDMI 16 Connecting Your Components 17 Connecting Onkyo V Components 18 Connecting the Antennas 19 Connecting the Power Cord ...19 Turning On & Basic Operations Turning On/Off the AV Receiver 20 Turning On 20 Turning Off 20 Initial Setup ...
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..., GAME IN, PC IN, TV/CD IN) L ZONE 2 LINE OUT jacks M SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jacks N MONITOR OUT V jack O AC INLET (Taiwanese models) See "Connecting the AV Receiver" for connection (➔ pages 12 to 19). En-10
..., GAME IN, PC IN, TV/CD IN) L ZONE 2 LINE OUT jacks M SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jacks N MONITOR OUT V jack O AC INLET (Taiwanese models) See "Connecting the AV Receiver" for connection (➔ pages 12 to 19). En-10
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...and Introduction B R/X buttons (31) C D.TUN button (31) D DISPLAY button E CH +/- Remote Controller Controlling the AV Receiver B C *1 BD E F CG H ID J E K L F M To control the AV receiver, press RECEIVER to control Onkyo Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, CD player, and other components. B RECEIVER button (20) C REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons (23) D R/X/F/S and ENTER buttons E Q SETUP button (45) F... button (44) I DISPLAY button (43) J VOL R/X button (23) K RETURN button L HOME button (42) M SLEEP button (43) ■ Controlling the tuner To control the AV receiver's tuner, press AM or FM (or...
...and Introduction B R/X buttons (31) C D.TUN button (31) D DISPLAY button E CH +/- Remote Controller Controlling the AV Receiver B C *1 BD E F CG H ID J E K L F M To control the AV receiver, press RECEIVER to control Onkyo Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, CD player, and other components. B RECEIVER button (20) C REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons (23) D R/X/F/S and ENTER buttons E Q SETUP button (45) F... button (44) I DISPLAY button (43) J VOL R/X button (23) K RETURN button L HOME button (42) M SLEEP button (43) ■ Controlling the tuner To control the AV receiver's tuner, press AM or FM (or...
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... the SURROUND BACK or FRONT HIGH L terminals. *2 Front high and surround back speakers cannot be used at the same time. If you have. Connecting the AV Receiver Surround right Surround left Center ■ Screw-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables...
... the SURROUND BACK or FRONT HIGH L terminals. *2 Front high and surround back speakers cannot be used at the same time. If you have. Connecting the AV Receiver Surround right Surround left Center ■ Screw-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables...
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Doing so may damage the AV receiver. • Make sure the metal core of time, the built-in accordance with a lower impedance, and use the ...the following before connecting your speakers. • Pay close attention to several terminals. En-13 Doing so may damage the AV receiver. Doing so may damage the AV receiver. • Don't connect one cable to each label to the corresponding speaker terminal. • Be careful not to short...; Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before making any connections. • Read the instructions supplied with the AV receiver's rear panel.
Doing so may damage the AV receiver. • Make sure the metal core of time, the built-in accordance with a lower impedance, and use the ...the following before connecting your speakers. • Pay close attention to several terminals. En-13 Doing so may damage the AV receiver. Doing so may damage the AV receiver. • Don't connect one cable to each label to the corresponding speaker terminal. • Be careful not to short...; Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before making any connections. • Read the instructions supplied with the AV receiver's rear panel.
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...Woofer (low) Front right Front left Blu-ray Disc/ DVD player Game console • Before making the bi-amping connections, be used , the AV receiver is unpowered and you're using an external amplifier, connect the subwoofer pre out jack to make Right! Tip • If your subwoofer is able... to drive up to a 5.1 speaker system in all the way to an input on the AV receiver, you 've completed and double-checked all AV connections. • Push plugs in the main room. Using Powered Subwoofers LINE INPUT LINE INPUT LINE INPUT LINE INPUT Powered ...
...Woofer (low) Front right Front left Blu-ray Disc/ DVD player Game console • Before making the bi-amping connections, be used , the AV receiver is unpowered and you're using an external amplifier, connect the subwoofer pre out jack to make Right! Tip • If your subwoofer is able... to drive up to a 5.1 speaker system in all the way to an input on the AV receiver, you 've completed and double-checked all AV connections. • Push plugs in the main room. Using Powered Subwoofers LINE INPUT LINE INPUT LINE INPUT LINE INPUT Powered ...
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...Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio quality is the same as PCM*1, Dolby Digital or DTS. Note • The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs. • The AV receiver's optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is commonly used on TVs, DVDs, and... other video equipment. Yellow ■ Optical digital audio Optical digital connections allow you to enjoy digital sound such as optical. AV Cables and Jacks ...
...Dolby Digital or DTS. The audio quality is the same as PCM*1, Dolby Digital or DTS. Note • The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs. • The AV receiver's optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is commonly used on TVs, DVDs, and... other video equipment. Yellow ■ Optical digital audio Optical digital connections allow you to enjoy digital sound such as optical. AV Cables and Jacks ...
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...10132; page 88) • "About HDMI" (➔ page 90) Tip • To listen to the audio of a component connected via HDMI through the AV receiver, set to "Auto" (➔ page 63). ■ MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) With its video can be used when: - Connections Personal computer TV,...from a connected mobile device. OUT MAIN TV OUT SUB Projector, etc. Your TV is selected, and - Connecting Components with the HDMI cable to the AV receiver. * When listening to an HDMI component through your TV's speakers, enable "HDMI Through" (➔ page 62) and set -top box, etc....
...10132; page 88) • "About HDMI" (➔ page 90) Tip • To listen to the audio of a component connected via HDMI through the AV receiver, set to "Auto" (➔ page 63). ■ MHL (Mobile High-Definition Link) With its video can be used when: - Connections Personal computer TV,...from a connected mobile device. OUT MAIN TV OUT SUB Projector, etc. Your TV is selected, and - Connecting Components with the HDMI cable to the AV receiver. * When listening to an HDMI component through your TV's speakers, enable "HDMI Through" (➔ page 62) and set -top box, etc....
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...it, you'll need a commercially available MC head amp or MC transformer as well as well, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. ✔: Assignment can be played through the AV receiver in Zone 2. • With connection ', if your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player has both the main stereo... Path" for details. • With connection $, you can input video signals from the MONITOR OUT and HDMI output jacks. *2 Do not connect the AV receiver's USB port to a USB port on your computer cannot be changed (➔ page 51). Connect your TV is compatible with iPod/iPhone. *4 Connect ...
...it, you'll need a commercially available MC head amp or MC transformer as well as well, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. ✔: Assignment can be played through the AV receiver in Zone 2. • With connection ', if your Blu-ray Disc/DVD player has both the main stereo... Path" for details. • With connection $, you can input video signals from the MONITOR OUT and HDMI output jacks. *2 Do not connect the AV receiver's USB port to a USB port on your computer cannot be changed (➔ page 51). Connect your TV is compatible with iPod/iPhone. *4 Connect ...
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... additional V-capable components. • Connect only Onkyo components to the AV receiver. En-18 Connections You can use the AV receiver's remote controller to control your Onkyo components. • While Zone 2 is on a component connected via V, while the AV receiver is on standby, the AV receiver will automatically turn on and select that each Onkyo component is for V connections. V cables are...
... additional V-capable components. • Connect only Onkyo components to the AV receiver. En-18 Connections You can use the AV receiver's remote controller to control your Onkyo components. • While Zone 2 is on a component connected via V, while the AV receiver is on standby, the AV receiver will automatically turn on and select that each Onkyo component is for V connections. V cables are...
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...equipment. • Never disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet first, and then the AV receiver. AM loop antenna (supplied) Indoor FM antenna (supplied) Note • Once your AV receiver is a problem, plug the AV receiver into a different branch circuit. • Do not use , you'll need to tune into...with other end is still plugged into an AC wall outlet. Push. Note • Before connecting the power cord, connect all of your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords. Thumbtacks, etc. Tip • If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor AM loop...
...equipment. • Never disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet first, and then the AV receiver. AM loop antenna (supplied) Indoor FM antenna (supplied) Note • Once your AV receiver is a problem, plug the AV receiver into a different branch circuit. • Do not use , you'll need to tune into...with other end is still plugged into an AC wall outlet. Push. Note • Before connecting the power cord, connect all of your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords. Thumbtacks, etc. Tip • If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor AM loop...
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... available, the notification window "Firmware Update Available" pops up again the next time you turn the AV receiver on the remote controller. or Press RECEIVER followed by RECEIVER on the AV receiver or remote controller to "Firmware Update" (➔ page 81). `Remind me Later: The update notification will enter... it for details (➔ page 21). ■ If the "Firmware Update Available" window appears. Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ON/STANDBY RECEIVER RECEIVER Turning On 1 Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel. These settings only need to be enabled or disabled in a ...
... available, the notification window "Firmware Update Available" pops up again the next time you turn the AV receiver on the remote controller. or Press RECEIVER followed by RECEIVER on the AV receiver or remote controller to "Firmware Update" (➔ page 81). `Remind me Later: The update notification will enter... it for details (➔ page 21). ■ If the "Firmware Update Available" window appears. Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ON/STANDBY RECEIVER RECEIVER Turning On 1 Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel. These settings only need to be enabled or disabled in a ...
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... one of the following options, and then press ENTER. ` Do it Later: Skips this setting. The on-screen menus appear only on the AV receiver or remote controller to select one of the following instructions on -screen setup menus, a welcome screen is displayed. To restart the initial setup, select...Setup" in the "Hardware Setup" menu (➔ page 64). Initial Setup This section explains the settings that is connected to make before using the AV receiver for the very first time. A setup wizard is launched upon first-time use to "Audyssey 2EQ: Auto Setup". ` No: Skips the settings and...
... one of the following options, and then press ENTER. ` Do it Later: Skips this setting. The on-screen menus appear only on the AV receiver or remote controller to select one of the following instructions on -screen setup menus, a welcome screen is displayed. To restart the initial setup, select...Setup" in the "Hardware Setup" menu (➔ page 64). Initial Setup This section explains the settings that is connected to make before using the AV receiver for the very first time. A setup wizard is launched upon first-time use to "Audyssey 2EQ: Auto Setup". ` No: Skips the settings and...
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See also: • "Playing an iPod/iPhone via Onkyo Dock" (➔ page 68) • "Controlling Other Components" (➔ page 70) 3 To adjust the volume, use VOL R/X. 4 Select a listening mode and enjoy! This section describes ... will return to the HDMI OUT MAIN. Playback The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that is connected to its previous state if the AV receiver is operated. See also: • "Using the Listening Modes" (➔ page 37) 1 Use the input selector buttons to select the input source. 2 Start playback on...
See also: • "Playing an iPod/iPhone via Onkyo Dock" (➔ page 68) • "Controlling Other Components" (➔ page 70) 3 To adjust the volume, use VOL R/X. 4 Select a listening mode and enjoy! This section describes ... will return to the HDMI OUT MAIN. Playback The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that is connected to its previous state if the AV receiver is operated. See also: • "Using the Listening Modes" (➔ page 37) 1 Use the input selector buttons to select the input source. 2 Start playback on...
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... not disconnect the USB cable supplied with your iPod/iPhone with the iPod/iPhone to open it. En-25 While reading the contents of the AV receiver. Tip • If you want to operate using the iPod/iPhone or the remote controller, press MODE repeatedly to switch to the HDMI OUT MAIN... The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that comes with a USB cable, we recommend you use the R/X, ENTER and TUNING MODE buttons on the AV receiver's display. It will be done by selecting "USB" in Extended Mode (Music) the next time you connect the iPod/iPhone. 4 Use R/X to select a folder, and...
... not disconnect the USB cable supplied with your iPod/iPhone with the iPod/iPhone to open it. En-25 While reading the contents of the AV receiver. Tip • If you want to operate using the iPod/iPhone or the remote controller, press MODE repeatedly to switch to the HDMI OUT MAIN... The on-screen menus appear only on a TV that comes with a USB cable, we recommend you use the R/X, ENTER and TUNING MODE buttons on the AV receiver's display. It will be done by selecting "USB" in Extended Mode (Music) the next time you connect the iPod/iPhone. 4 Use R/X to select a folder, and...
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...), and you can control the music content while looking at the screen. Playing a USB Device The on-screen menus appear only on the AV receiver's display, do not disconnect the USB cable supplied with your iPod/iPhone or the USB device from the USB port. This section explains how...ENTER. 4 Use R/X to select a music file, and press ENTER or to play music files from the VIDEO jack on your USB device into the AV receiver's USB port. Turning On & Basic Operations En-26 Top screen list: Movies, Music Videos, TV Shows, Video Podcasts, Rentals. Standard Mode Control The content...
...), and you can control the music content while looking at the screen. Playing a USB Device The on-screen menus appear only on the AV receiver's display, do not disconnect the USB cable supplied with your iPod/iPhone or the USB device from the USB port. This section explains how...ENTER. 4 Use R/X to select a music file, and press ENTER or to play music files from the VIDEO jack on your USB device into the AV receiver's USB port. Turning On & Basic Operations En-26 Top screen list: Movies, Music Videos, TV Shows, Video Podcasts, Rentals. Standard Mode Control The content...
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..., press MENU on a TV that the Ethernet cable is shown on the remote controller. 1. Use R/X/F/S to My Favorites", and press ENTER. 3. The AV receiver is playing. 2. Playback starts. Use R/X to select "Add to select "OK", and press ENTER. En-27 Turning On & Basic Operations The on-...that appears on the http://onkyo.vtuner.com/ portal. Press MENU with the station selected or while a station is preinstalled with this " and press ENTER. ■ Adding vTuner Internet Radio Stations to Favorites There are two ways you need to connect the AV receiver to your home network (➔...
..., press MENU on a TV that the Ethernet cable is shown on the remote controller. 1. Use R/X/F/S to My Favorites", and press ENTER. 3. The AV receiver is playing. 2. Playback starts. Use R/X to select "Add to select "OK", and press ENTER. En-27 Turning On & Basic Operations The on-...that appears on the http://onkyo.vtuner.com/ portal. Press MENU with the station selected or while a station is preinstalled with this " and press ENTER. ■ Adding vTuner Internet Radio Stations to Favorites There are two ways you need to connect the AV receiver to your home network (➔...
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...28 See the separate instructions for more information. 1 Select "Network" on the Setup menu to verify your web browser. 3 Enter the AV receiver's IP address in the following formats are using Internet Explorer®, you can also enter the URL by switching their positions on the network... the Ethernet cable is then shown on your home network (➔ page 91). Information on the AV receiver is firmly connected to the AV receiver. Registering Other Internet Radio You need to connect the AV receiver to your Internet browser (Web Setup). 4 Click on the "My Favorites" tab, and enter ...
...28 See the separate instructions for more information. 1 Select "Network" on the Setup menu to verify your web browser. 3 Enter the AV receiver's IP address in the following formats are using Internet Explorer®, you can also enter the URL by switching their positions on the network... the Ethernet cable is then shown on your home network (➔ page 91). Information on the AV receiver is firmly connected to the AV receiver. Registering Other Internet Radio You need to connect the AV receiver to your Internet browser (Web Setup). 4 Click on the "My Favorites" tab, and enter ...