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Contents Introduction 2 Connections 15 Turning On & First Time Setup ...36 Basic Operations 45 Using the Listening Modes ........59 Advanced Setup 66 Zone 2 80 Controlling Other Components...84 Others 93 En Please read this manual will enable you for future reference. Please retain this manual for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver. Following the instructions in this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. AV Receiver TX-SR507 TX-SR577 Instruction Manual Thank you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.
Contents Introduction 2 Connections 15 Turning On & First Time Setup ...36 Basic Operations 45 Using the Listening Modes ........59 Advanced Setup 66 Zone 2 80 Controlling Other Components...84 Others 93 En Please read this manual will enable you for future reference. Please retain this manual for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver. Following the instructions in this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. AV Receiver TX-SR507 TX-SR577 Instruction Manual Thank you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.
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...this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your AC outlet does not match with the plug on the AV receiver's power cord. (Adapter varies from country to country.) *How to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured... black. For European Models Declaration of Conformity We, ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6, 82194 GROEBENZELL, GERMANY declare in own responsibility, that indicated on the plug. Specifications and operation are coloured in...
...this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your AC outlet does not match with the plug on the AV receiver's power cord. (Adapter varies from country to country.) *How to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured... black. For European Models Declaration of Conformity We, ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH LIEGNITZERSTRASSE 6, 82194 GROEBENZELL, GERMANY declare in own responsibility, that indicated on the plug. Specifications and operation are coloured in...
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...Theater 15 Enjoying Home Theater 15 Connecting the AV receiver 16 Connecting Your Speakers 16 Using Dipole Speakers 16 Bi-amping Front Speakers (TX-SR577 only)....... 19 Connecting Antenna 20 About AV Connections 22 Connecting Audio and Video Signals to the AV receiver 23 Which Connections Should I Use 23 ...Connecting an RI Dock 34 Connecting a Dock with the Universal Port connector 34 Connecting Onkyo V Components 35 Connecting the Power Cord 35 Turning On & First Time Setup Turning On the AV receiver 36 Turning On and Standby 36 First Time Setup 37 Audyssey 2EQ™ Room ...
...Theater 15 Enjoying Home Theater 15 Connecting the AV receiver 16 Connecting Your Speakers 16 Using Dipole Speakers 16 Bi-amping Front Speakers (TX-SR577 only)....... 19 Connecting Antenna 20 About AV Connections 22 Connecting Audio and Video Signals to the AV receiver 23 Which Connections Should I Use 23 ...Connecting an RI Dock 34 Connecting a Dock with the Universal Port connector 34 Connecting Onkyo V Components 35 Connecting the Power Cord 35 Turning On & First Time Setup Turning On the AV receiver 36 Turning On and Standby 36 First Time Setup 37 Audyssey 2EQ™ Room ...
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... used, nothing is reduced to 5.1-channels (see page 80). (TX-SR577) * While Powered Zone 2 is being used, playback is reduced to 2.1-channels (see page 80). Multiroom Capability You can use two speaker systems with this AV receiver-a surround-sound speaker system (up to 7.1-channel playback (see page... 80). * The listening modes cannot be used with Zone 2. Zone 2: In your main listening room, a stereo speaker system in a second room, or Zone 2, as Dolby and DTS (pages 59-65). (TX-SR507) * While...
... used, nothing is reduced to 5.1-channels (see page 80). (TX-SR577) * While Powered Zone 2 is being used, playback is reduced to 2.1-channels (see page 80). Multiroom Capability You can use two speaker systems with this AV receiver-a surround-sound speaker system (up to 7.1-channel playback (see page... 80). * The listening modes cannot be used with Zone 2. Zone 2: In your main listening room, a stereo speaker system in a second room, or Zone 2, as Dolby and DTS (pages 59-65). (TX-SR507) * While...
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...where you can find the main explanation for AM and FM radio. B ON/STANDBY button (36) Sets the AV receiver to select either bass or treble. C STANDBY indicator (36) Lights up when the AV receiver is on . Lights up when this mode is the [RT/PTY/TP] button, and it's used to select... 2. [-] & [+] buttons (83) Used to select and set . P TUNING, PRESET, Arrow, and ENTER buttons When AM or FM is for connecting a standard pair of the AV receiver to select the input source for use with RDS (Radio Data System). U PURE AUDIO button and indicator (59) On models other than the North American...
...where you can find the main explanation for AM and FM radio. B ON/STANDBY button (36) Sets the AV receiver to select either bass or treble. C STANDBY indicator (36) Lights up when the AV receiver is on . Lights up when this mode is the [RT/PTY/TP] button, and it's used to select... 2. [-] & [+] buttons (83) Used to select and set . P TUNING, PRESET, Arrow, and ENTER buttons When AM or FM is for connecting a standard pair of the AV receiver to select the input source for use with RDS (Radio Data System). U PURE AUDIO button and indicator (59) On models other than the North American...
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... station that 's selected as the audio source: PCM, MULTI CH, or HDMI. Lights up when tuned to a radio station. C MUTING indicator (46) Flashes while the AV receiver is selected for AM or FM radio. Goes off when Manual Tuning mode is set . H Audyssey indicator (38, 70) Flashes during Audyssey 2EQ™ Room...
... station that 's selected as the audio source: PCM, MULTI CH, or HDMI. Lights up when tuned to a radio station. C MUTING indicator (46) Flashes while the AV receiver is selected for AM or FM radio. Goes off when Manual Tuning mode is set . H Audyssey indicator (38, 70) Flashes during Audyssey 2EQ™ Room...
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... be connected to connect the speakers in Zone 2. See "Speaker Settings" on another V-capable Onkyo component for recording and playback. The HDMI inputs are for connecting a TV or projector with...DVD/BD IN This input is for connecting speakers in Zone 2. R PRE OUT: SURR BACK L/R (TX-SR507 only) This analog audio output can be connected to suit your TV or projector. U ZONE 2 SPEAKERS...They're assignable, which means you must make an analog audio connection (RCA) between the AV receiver and the other component, even if they are for connecting the front high L/R speakers....
... be connected to connect the speakers in Zone 2. See "Speaker Settings" on another V-capable Onkyo component for recording and playback. The HDMI inputs are for connecting a TV or projector with...DVD/BD IN This input is for connecting speakers in Zone 2. R PRE OUT: SURR BACK L/R (TX-SR507 only) This analog audio output can be connected to suit your TV or projector. U ZONE 2 SPEAKERS...They're assignable, which means you must make an analog audio connection (RCA) between the AV receiver and the other component, even if they are for connecting the front high L/R speakers....
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...previous display when changing settings. button (52) Selects radio presets. 5 Number buttons (51) Used to change audio settings. Note: An Onkyo cassette recorder connected via V can select a preset directly. * To control component, you must first enter remote control code. See page ... also use the remote controller to change settings. B ON/STANDBY button (36) Sets the AV receiver to select and adjust settings. J VOL [R]/[X] button (45) Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver regardless of the currently selected remote controller mode. G DIMMER button (46) Adjusts the display ...
...previous display when changing settings. button (52) Selects radio presets. 5 Number buttons (51) Used to change audio settings. Note: An Onkyo cassette recorder connected via V can select a preset directly. * To control component, you must first enter remote control code. See page ... also use the remote controller to change settings. B ON/STANDBY button (36) Sets the AV receiver to select and adjust settings. J VOL [R]/[X] button (45) Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver regardless of the currently selected remote controller mode. G DIMMER button (46) Adjusts the display ...
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...bright light, such as direct sunlight or inverter-type fluorescent lights. Keep this in the same room, or the AV receiver is installed close to operate an Onkyo component with the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment. 3 Replace the cover and push it shut. Aiming the ... used in mind when installing. • If another component (page 84), or when you want to operate an Onkyo component without V connection, point the remote controller at the AV receiver's remote control sensor. 14 Notes: • If the remote controller doesn't work reliably. • Don't put...
...bright light, such as direct sunlight or inverter-type fluorescent lights. Keep this in the same room, or the AV receiver is installed close to operate an Onkyo component with the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment. 3 Replace the cover and push it shut. Aiming the ... used in mind when installing. • If another component (page 84), or when you want to operate an Onkyo component without V connection, point the remote controller at the AV receiver's remote control sensor. 14 Notes: • If the remote controller doesn't work reliably. • Don't put...
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... positions within the room, and choose the one that provides the most satisfying results. 1/3 of wall position Surround left and right speakers (TX-SR577) These speakers are necessary to enjoy Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES Discrete, etc. Angle them at an angle slightly... home theater is acceptable to add realistic ambience. About Home Theater Enjoying Home Theater Thanks to the AV receiver's superb capabilities, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6, or Onkyo's original DSP listening modes. You can enjoy DVDs featuring Dolby Digital or DTS. Their role in your...
... positions within the room, and choose the one that provides the most satisfying results. 1/3 of wall position Surround left and right speakers (TX-SR577) These speakers are necessary to enjoy Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES Discrete, etc. Angle them at an angle slightly... home theater is acceptable to add realistic ambience. About Home Theater Enjoying Home Theater Thanks to the AV receiver's superb capabilities, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6, or Onkyo's original DSP listening modes. You can enjoy DVDs featuring Dolby Digital or DTS. Their role in your...
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... speakers Normal speakers 9 10 9 10 TV/screen 1 2 3 4 TV/screen 1 2 3 4 5 6 5 6 7 8 1. Surround right speaker *1 (TX-SR577) 7 8 7. All you must set the speaker settings. Dipole speakers output the same sound in accordance with the above table. Center speaker 4. Front right speaker...should be positioned so that their arrows point toward each label to the corresponding speaker terminal. Attaching the Speaker Labels The AV receiver's positive (+) speaker terminals are all red. (The negative (-) speaker terminals are all black.) Speaker Color Front left, ...
... speakers Normal speakers 9 10 9 10 TV/screen 1 2 3 4 TV/screen 1 2 3 4 5 6 5 6 7 8 1. Surround right speaker *1 (TX-SR577) 7 8 7. All you must set the speaker settings. Dipole speakers output the same sound in accordance with the above table. Center speaker 4. Front right speaker...should be positioned so that their arrows point toward each label to the corresponding speaker terminal. Attaching the Speaker Labels The AV receiver's positive (+) speaker terminals are all red. (The negative (-) speaker terminals are all black.) Speaker Color Front left, ...
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...then release the lever. Make sure that the terminals are gripping the bare wires, not the insulation. 17 Doing so may damage the AV receiver. • Don't connect a speaker to several terminals. Connect positive (+) terminals to only positive (+) terminals, and negative (-) terminals... shown. 1/2"-5/8" (12-15mm) 2 Unscrew the terminal. 3 Fully insert the bare wire. 4 Screw the terminal tight. Connecting the AV receiver-Continued Speaker Connection Precautions Read the following before making any connections. • Read the instructions supplied with an impedance of between 4 and...
...then release the lever. Make sure that the terminals are gripping the bare wires, not the insulation. 17 Doing so may damage the AV receiver. • Don't connect a speaker to several terminals. Connect positive (+) terminals to only positive (+) terminals, and negative (-) terminals... shown. 1/2"-5/8" (12-15mm) 2 Unscrew the terminal. 3 Fully insert the bare wire. 4 Screw the terminal tight. Connecting the AV receiver-Continued Speaker Connection Precautions Read the following before making any connections. • Read the instructions supplied with an impedance of between 4 and...
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... high Front left left speaker Center speaker Connect your Power amplifier's analog audio output jacks to the AV receiver's PRE OUT:SURR BACK L/R jacks with an audio cable. ■ TX-SR577 The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals for 7.1-channel.... If you 're using the "Speaker Settings" on page 40 and "Speaker Setup" on page 66. 18 Connecting the AV receiver-Continued ■ TX-SR507 The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals for up to 7.1-channel playback.
... high Front left left speaker Center speaker Connect your Power amplifier's analog audio output jacks to the AV receiver's PRE OUT:SURR BACK L/R jacks with an audio cable. ■ TX-SR577 The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals for 7.1-channel.... If you 're using the "Speaker Settings" on page 40 and "Speaker Setup" on page 66. 18 Connecting the AV receiver-Continued ■ TX-SR507 The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals for up to 7.1-channel playback.
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... BACK L negative (-) terminal to your speaker manual. Connecting the AV receiver-Continued Bi-amping Front Speakers (TX-SR577 only) The FRONT L/R and SURR BACK L/R terminal posts can only be used , the AV receiver is able to drive up to 5.1 speakers in the main room. • For bi-amping... improved bass and treble performance. • When bi-amping is used with speakers that support bi-amping. Bi-amping Speaker Hookup 1 Connect the AV receiver's FRONT R positive (+) terminal to the right speaker's positive (+) tweeter (high) terminal. And the SURR BACK L/R terminal posts connect to the...
... BACK L negative (-) terminal to your speaker manual. Connecting the AV receiver-Continued Bi-amping Front Speakers (TX-SR577 only) The FRONT L/R and SURR BACK L/R terminal posts can only be used , the AV receiver is able to drive up to 5.1 speakers in the main room. • For bi-amping... improved bass and treble performance. • When bi-amping is used with speakers that support bi-amping. Bi-amping Speaker Hookup 1 Connect the AV receiver's FRONT R positive (+) terminal to the right speaker's positive (+) tweeter (high) terminal. And the SURR BACK L/R terminal posts connect to the...
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...indoor FM antenna is for indoor use only. 1 Assemble the AM loop antenna, inserting the tabs into the base, as possible from your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords. If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor AM loop antenna, try a commercially ... without any antenna connected, so you cannot achieve good reception with a commercially available outdoor AM antenna (see page 21). Connecting the AV receiver-Continued Connecting Antenna This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna, and how to connect commercially ...
...indoor FM antenna is for indoor use only. 1 Assemble the AM loop antenna, inserting the tabs into the base, as possible from your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords. If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor AM loop antenna, try a commercially ... without any antenna connected, so you cannot achieve good reception with a commercially available outdoor AM antenna (see page 21). Connecting the AV receiver-Continued Connecting Antenna This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna, and how to connect commercially ...
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...safety reasons, outdoor antenna should be used in accordance with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards. TV/FM antenna splitter To AV receiver To TV (or VCR) 21 Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna If good reception cannot be achieved using the supplied AM loop antenna...when installed horizontally outside , but good results can sometimes be grounded in addition to the loop antenna, as shown. Connecting the AV receiver-Continued Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna If you cannot achieve good reception with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards. ■ ...
...safety reasons, outdoor antenna should be used in accordance with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards. TV/FM antenna splitter To AV receiver To TV (or VCR) 21 Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna If good reception cannot be achieved using the supplied AM loop antenna...when installed horizontally outside , but good results can sometimes be grounded in addition to the loop antenna, as shown. Connecting the AV receiver-Continued Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna If you cannot achieve good reception with local regulations to prevent electrical shock hazards. ■ ...
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...and outputs. or high-definition digital video and audio and offer the best picture and sound quality. Connecting the AV receiver-Continued About AV Connections • Before making any AV connections, read the manuals supplied with your other video equipment. And use yellow plugs to connect left-channel ...commonly used on virtually all the way to connect rightchannel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled "R"). Optical Digital Jacks The AV receiver's optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is the same as for optical. Note: The...
...and outputs. or high-definition digital video and audio and offer the best picture and sound quality. Connecting the AV receiver-Continued About AV Connections • Before making any AV connections, read the manuals supplied with your other video equipment. And use yellow plugs to connect left-channel ...commonly used on virtually all the way to connect rightchannel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled "R"). Optical Digital Jacks The AV receiver's optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is the same as for optical. Note: The...
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...component video, or HDMI, the latter offering the best picture quality. The format you can be connected to the AV receiver, you choose will output the signal. AV receiver HDMI Optical HDMI Coaxial Analog Analog TV, projector, etc. 23 Audio Signal Flow Chart DVD player, etc. ...Video Connection Formats Video equipment can be connected to the AV receiver by using any of AV equipment. Audio Connection Formats Audio equipment can switch the audio and video signals simultaneously simply by changing the input ...
...component video, or HDMI, the latter offering the best picture quality. The format you can be connected to the AV receiver, you choose will output the signal. AV receiver HDMI Optical HDMI Coaxial Analog Analog TV, projector, etc. 23 Audio Signal Flow Chart DVD player, etc. ...Video Connection Formats Video equipment can be connected to the AV receiver by using any of AV equipment. Audio Connection Formats Audio equipment can switch the audio and video signals simultaneously simply by changing the input ...
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... components will display a picture. CEC provides interoperability between various components, however, opera- Do not connect the AV receiver to the AV receiver via HDMI. The AV receiver's HDMI interface is the name of the system control function found on the following number to the HDMI input...linked operations work with some components) to connect the AV receiver's HDMI OUT to the HDMI input on your TV or projector. ■ Onkyo for System Control , which allows system control over HDMI, is based on Onkyo components. Use a commercially available HDMI cable (supplied with...
... components will display a picture. CEC provides interoperability between various components, however, opera- Do not connect the AV receiver to the AV receiver via HDMI. The AV receiver's HDMI interface is the name of the system control function found on the following number to the HDMI input...linked operations work with some components) to connect the AV receiver's HDMI OUT to the HDMI input on your TV or projector. ■ Onkyo for System Control , which allows system control over HDMI, is based on Onkyo components. Use a commercially available HDMI cable (supplied with...
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..."On" (see page 76), and set to "On" (see page 77) and you 'll need to the AV receiver. In addition, video signals from a PC are not supported. • When listening to an HDMI component through your... TV's speakers, if you turn down the AV receiver's volume. • The HDMI audio signal (sampling rate, bit length, etc.) may be restricted by the... projector, and so on the TV, select the input of the HDMI component connected to the AV receiver). If the TV power is off or the TV is set to another input source, this may...
..."On" (see page 76), and set to "On" (see page 77) and you 'll need to the AV receiver. In addition, video signals from a PC are not supported. • When listening to an HDMI component through your... TV's speakers, if you turn down the AV receiver's volume. • The HDMI audio signal (sampling rate, bit length, etc.) may be restricted by the... projector, and so on the TV, select the input of the HDMI component connected to the AV receiver). If the TV power is off or the TV is set to another input source, this may...