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AV Receiver TX-SR701/701E TX-SR601/601E Instruction Manual Contents Before using 2 Facilities and connections 8 Setup and operation 31 Thank you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver. Remote controller 63 Appendix 75 En Following the instructions in the unit. Please read this manual for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver. Please retain this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in this manual will enable you for future reference.
AV Receiver TX-SR701/701E TX-SR601/601E Instruction Manual Contents Before using 2 Facilities and connections 8 Setup and operation 31 Thank you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver. Remote controller 63 Appendix 75 En Following the instructions in the unit. Please read this manual for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver. Please retain this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in this manual will enable you for future reference.
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...WARNING BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. The wire which is fitted in your Onkyo authorized service station. 3. FCC INFORMATION FOR USER CAUTION: The user changes or modifications not expressly approved by one or more...holder. 2. models Note to Part 15 of the area where this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for compliance could damage the finish or remove the panel ...
...WARNING BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY. The wire which is fitted in your Onkyo authorized service station. 3. FCC INFORMATION FOR USER CAUTION: The user changes or modifications not expressly approved by one or more...holder. 2. models Note to Part 15 of the area where this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for compliance could damage the finish or remove the panel ...
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...product name found in catalogs and on the packages represents the color of this receiver. Though the color varies, the specifications and operations are trademarks or registered trademarks of Onkyo Corporation. • Lucasfilm THX and THX are the same. "Dolby...PTY/TP Other Performance Features I IntelliVolume I Preprogrammed learning remote with macro and mode-key LEDs I 12V Trigger output for Zone 2 I IR input terminal I Zone 2 Lineout 6 TX-SR601/601E Amplifier Features I 85 W × 2 (Front)/ 85 W (Center)/ 85 W × 2 (Surround)/ 85 W (Surround Back) at 8 ohms,...
...product name found in catalogs and on the packages represents the color of this receiver. Though the color varies, the specifications and operations are trademarks or registered trademarks of Onkyo Corporation. • Lucasfilm THX and THX are the same. "Dolby...PTY/TP Other Performance Features I IntelliVolume I Preprogrammed learning remote with macro and mode-key LEDs I 12V Trigger output for Zone 2 I IR input terminal I Zone 2 Lineout 6 TX-SR601/601E Amplifier Features I 85 W × 2 (Front)/ 85 W (Center)/ 85 W × 2 (Surround)/ 85 W (Surround Back) at 8 ohms,...
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... Right Surround Back Right Zone 2 Right Zone 2 Right Remote controller × 1 TX-SR701/701E: RC-533M TX-SR601/601E: RC-515M Batteries (AA, R6) × 2 1 2 3 Speaker Cable Speaker cable label × 1 Before using the TX-SR701/701E/601/601E near equipment that you can set this plug if the power... OUT IN R VIDEO 1 OUT IN DVD IN REMOTE R CONTROL MONITOR OUT V ZONE 2 12 V TRIGGER OUT R ZONE 2 FRONT S IR IN L AV RECEIVER MODEL NO. If the remote controller does not operate smoothly, remove the old batteries and replace them both with old batteries or different kinds of...
... Right Surround Back Right Zone 2 Right Zone 2 Right Remote controller × 1 TX-SR701/701E: RC-533M TX-SR601/601E: RC-515M Batteries (AA, R6) × 2 1 2 3 Speaker Cable Speaker cable label × 1 Before using the TX-SR701/701E/601/601E near equipment that you can set this plug if the power... OUT IN R VIDEO 1 OUT IN DVD IN REMOTE R CONTROL MONITOR OUT V ZONE 2 12 V TRIGGER OUT R ZONE 2 FRONT S IR IN L AV RECEIVER MODEL NO. If the remote controller does not operate smoothly, remove the old batteries and replace them both with old batteries or different kinds of...
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.../701E/601/601E is independent. Each time the button is received from RT (radio text) to PTY (program type) to TP (traffic program) and then back to be operated. Press the DIRECT (TX-SR601/601E), THX (TX-SR701/ 701E), STEREO, and SURROUND buttons to the standby state. ...RETURN button [32] When in the standby state and when a signal is pressed, the display changes from the remote controller. STANDBY indicator [7, 28] Lights when the TX-SR701/701E/601/...
.../701E/601/601E is independent. Each time the button is received from RT (radio text) to PTY (program type) to TP (traffic program) and then back to be operated. Press the DIRECT (TX-SR601/601E), THX (TX-SR701/ 701E), STEREO, and SURROUND buttons to the standby state. ...RETURN button [32] When in the standby state and when a signal is pressed, the display changes from the remote controller. STANDBY indicator [7, 28] Lights when the TX-SR701/701E/601/...
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...turned on . In addition, one component to preset a radio station. Turns off when placed into the monaural mode. AUTO indicator Lights when receiving FM broadcasts in stereo. RDS indicator (European models only) Lights when an RDS station is pressed to another (Rec Out) 11 MEMORY indicator...and preset number. Multi function display During normal operation, shows the current input source and volume. SLEEP indicator Lights when the sleep timer is received in the stereo mode. ZONE 2 indicator Lights when using the remote zone (Zone 2). However, does not show the format of the ...
...turned on . In addition, one component to preset a radio station. Turns off when placed into the monaural mode. AUTO indicator Lights when receiving FM broadcasts in stereo. RDS indicator (European models only) Lights when an RDS station is pressed to another (Rec Out) 11 MEMORY indicator...and preset number. Multi function display During normal operation, shows the current input source and volume. SLEEP indicator Lights when the sleep timer is received in the stereo mode. ZONE 2 indicator Lights when using the remote zone (Zone 2). However, does not show the format of the ...
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AV RECEIVER MODEL NO. TX-SR 601E Connecting your audio components [16] Connecting your video IR IN [22] components [17] When using the ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals [23] PRE OUT [21] When using the ZONE 2 PRE OUT terminals [23] TX-SR601/601E Connecting antennas [29] COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT [18...SPEAKER AC OUTLETS R SURROUND BACK PRE OUT SPEAKER SUBWOOFER AC 230-240V 50 Hz SWITCHED TOTAL 100W MAX. SUB WOOFER R AV RECEIVER MODEL NO. Connections TX-SR701/701E Connecting antennas [29] COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT [18-20] When using REMOTE the Zone 2 CONTROL [24] LINE ...
AV RECEIVER MODEL NO. TX-SR 601E Connecting your audio components [16] Connecting your video IR IN [22] components [17] When using the ZONE 2 SPEAKERS terminals [23] PRE OUT [21] When using the ZONE 2 PRE OUT terminals [23] TX-SR601/601E Connecting antennas [29] COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT [18...SPEAKER AC OUTLETS R SURROUND BACK PRE OUT SPEAKER SUBWOOFER AC 230-240V 50 Hz SWITCHED TOTAL 100W MAX. SUB WOOFER R AV RECEIVER MODEL NO. Connections TX-SR701/701E Connecting antennas [29] COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT/OUTPUT [18-20] When using REMOTE the Zone 2 CONTROL [24] LINE ...
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... remote sensor at "Hardware Config" → "IR IN Position" (see page 55). Make the connections as those given below: • Onkyo's Multi-Room System kit (IR Remote Controller Extension System) • Multiroom A/V distribution and control system such as shown below shows how to make the...possible. Mini plug cable From connecting block REMOTE CONTROL MONITOR OUT V ZONE 2 12 V TRIGGER OUT S IR IN TX-SR701/701E/601/601E IR IN Connecting block IR Receiver TX-SR701/ 701E/601/ 601E Remote Controller In the cabinet : Signal flow The IR IN input allows you ...
... remote sensor at "Hardware Config" → "IR IN Position" (see page 55). Make the connections as those given below: • Onkyo's Multi-Room System kit (IR Remote Controller Extension System) • Multiroom A/V distribution and control system such as shown below shows how to make the...possible. Mini plug cable From connecting block REMOTE CONTROL MONITOR OUT V ZONE 2 12 V TRIGGER OUT S IR IN TX-SR701/701E/601/601E IR IN Connecting block IR Receiver TX-SR701/ 701E/601/ 601E Remote Controller In the cabinet : Signal flow The IR IN input allows you ...
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...left speaker Connecting speakers After determining the layout of the wire insulation. 2. Connecting the speaker cable 1. Caution: • Be sure to the TX-SR701/701E/601/601E. Unscrew the speaker terminal cap. 5/8" (15mm) SPEAKERS -+ L L R - Screw down the speaker terminal cap.... 27 Strip away approx. 5/8 inch (15 mm) of your TX-SR701/ 701E/601/601E. Insert the exposed wire end. 5. SUB WOOFER R AV RECEIVER MODEL NO. TX-SR 701E Surround right speaker Subwoofer Surround back speaker Surround left speaker ANTENNA AM COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT ...
...left speaker Connecting speakers After determining the layout of the wire insulation. 2. Connecting the speaker cable 1. Caution: • Be sure to the TX-SR701/701E/601/601E. Unscrew the speaker terminal cap. 5/8" (15mm) SPEAKERS -+ L L R - Screw down the speaker terminal cap.... 27 Strip away approx. 5/8 inch (15 mm) of your TX-SR701/ 701E/601/601E. Insert the exposed wire end. 5. SUB WOOFER R AV RECEIVER MODEL NO. TX-SR 701E Surround right speaker Subwoofer Surround back speaker Surround left speaker ANTENNA AM COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT ...
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... use the remote controller, you press the STANDBY/ON button again, the receiver returns to the standby state, press the STANDBY button. Press the STANDBY/ON button to standby state. To return the TX-SR701/701E/601/601E to standby state. Memory preservation (USA and Canadian ...3 VIDEO 4 VCR 1 VCR 2 TAPE TUNER CD PHONO ENTER VIDEO 4 INPUT DIGITAL S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R Diagram for the first time, the TX-SR701/701E/601/ 601E will automatically enter the standby state and the STANDBY indicator will light (same condition after step 2 below). Turning on position ( ON...
... use the remote controller, you press the STANDBY/ON button again, the receiver returns to the standby state, press the STANDBY button. Press the STANDBY/ON button to standby state. To return the TX-SR701/701E/601/601E to standby state. Memory preservation (USA and Canadian ...3 VIDEO 4 VCR 1 VCR 2 TAPE TUNER CD PHONO ENTER VIDEO 4 INPUT DIGITAL S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R Diagram for the first time, the TX-SR701/701E/601/ 601E will automatically enter the standby state and the STANDBY indicator will light (same condition after step 2 below). Turning on position ( ON...
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.... 3. Connecting the AM loop antenna: The AM loop antenna is for indoor use , extend the antenna and adjust its orientation until the clearest signal is received. Release the lever. 1 2 3 ANTENNA AM USA and Canadian models FM 75 ZONE 2 LINE OUT L Hint: Either of the split ends of the AM antenna ...FM indoor antenna, the use only. Put it as far away as shown in the direction and position where you receive the clearest sound. Connecting antennas To use the tuner of the TX-SR701/701E/601/601E, it is necessary to prepare the supplied FM and AM antennas. • Adjustment and placement...
.... 3. Connecting the AM loop antenna: The AM loop antenna is for indoor use , extend the antenna and adjust its orientation until the clearest signal is received. Release the lever. 1 2 3 ANTENNA AM USA and Canadian models FM 75 ZONE 2 LINE OUT L Hint: Either of the split ends of the AM antenna ...FM indoor antenna, the use only. Put it as far away as shown in the direction and position where you receive the clearest sound. Connecting antennas To use the tuner of the TX-SR701/701E/601/601E, it is necessary to prepare the supplied FM and AM antennas. • Adjustment and placement...
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... an FM outdoor antenna Make sure to follow the general rules given below: • Keep the antenna away from power lines, transformers, etc. To receiver To TV (or VCR) Connecting the antenna cable to power lines. Clamp it . Connect the 75/300 Ω antenna adapter to set the ..." Setup setting accordingly (see page 55). With your fingernail, or a small screwdriver, press the stoppers of the cable. 2. If you are using the TX-SR701/701E/601/601E worldwide model in the diagram. 4. Outdoor antenna (Indoor) AM loop antenna ANTENNA AM FM 75 ZONE 2 LINE OUT L L VIDEO 3...
... an FM outdoor antenna Make sure to follow the general rules given below: • Keep the antenna away from power lines, transformers, etc. To receiver To TV (or VCR) Connecting the antenna cable to power lines. Clamp it . Connect the 75/300 Ω antenna adapter to set the ..." Setup setting accordingly (see page 55). With your fingernail, or a small screwdriver, press the stoppers of the cable. 2. If you are using the TX-SR701/701E/601/601E worldwide model in the diagram. 4. Outdoor antenna (Indoor) AM loop antenna ANTENNA AM FM 75 ZONE 2 LINE OUT L L VIDEO 3...
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...you desire. The AUTO indication disappears and the radio station is output in stereo, the scanning stops. • The European model allows you to receive RDS broadcasts. "AUTO" appears. Listening to Radio Broadcasts FM MODE TUNING / STANDBY/ON AUDIO ADJUST SETUP RETURN TUNI NG MASTER VOLUME POWER ON... tune into the station you press the TUNER button, the input source changes between AM and FM. 2. If the signal is received in the monaural mode. The TX-SR701/701E/601/601E provides a number of the button you release the button and a station is weak, it would if stereo...
...you desire. The AUTO indication disappears and the radio station is output in stereo, the scanning stops. • The European model allows you to receive RDS broadcasts. "AUTO" appears. Listening to Radio Broadcasts FM MODE TUNING / STANDBY/ON AUDIO ADJUST SETUP RETURN TUNI NG MASTER VOLUME POWER ON... tune into the station you press the TUNER button, the input source changes between AM and FM. 2. If the signal is received in the monaural mode. The TX-SR701/701E/601/601E provides a number of the button you release the button and a station is weak, it would if stereo...
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...as weather forecasts, consumer affairs, medical help, etc. RT: Radio Text When an RDS station broadcasting RT information is selected, the text information received from past or present sales charts (e.g., Top 40). PTY: Program Type When an RDS station broadcasting PTY information is selected, the station type... is what is available in areas where RDS broadcasts are three main classifications of the TX-SR701E/601E may appear on the display if the TX-SR701E/601E receives characters that you to scan for Radio Data System and is displayed instead of major orchestral works,...
...as weather forecasts, consumer affairs, medical help, etc. RT: Radio Text When an RDS station broadcasting RT information is selected, the text information received from past or present sales charts (e.g., Top 40). PTY: Program Type When an RDS station broadcasting PTY information is selected, the station type... is what is available in areas where RDS broadcasts are three main classifications of the TX-SR701E/601E may appear on the display if the TX-SR701E/601E receives characters that you to scan for Radio Data System and is displayed instead of major orchestral works,...
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...PTY scan 1. Press the RT/PTY/TP button three times. 2. TUNI NG PRESET "[TP]" will appear when no RDS signal is being received from the station. Also, if "TP" is received, the characters will be ignored. 1. To display the radio text, press the RT/PTY/TP button once. • If the station... RT information. "Not Found" will appear if the current station is required to listen. Press the RT/PTY/TP button twice. The TX-SR701E/601E will periodically broadcast traffic information. Pressing the ENTER button stops the PTY scan at that point. If you selected. This ...
...PTY scan 1. Press the RT/PTY/TP button three times. 2. TUNI NG PRESET "[TP]" will appear when no RDS signal is being received from the station. Also, if "TP" is received, the characters will be ignored. 1. To display the radio text, press the RT/PTY/TP button once. • If the station... RT information. "Not Found" will appear if the current station is required to listen. Press the RT/PTY/TP button twice. The TX-SR701E/601E will periodically broadcast traffic information. Pressing the ENTER button stops the PTY scan at that point. If you selected. This ...
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...44.1 kHz. For example, the display "PCM fs: 44.1k" shows that the signal is PCM and that the format is turned off by the receiver's audio muting circuit. You can set separate video displays for when the input source is set to "On." When an input source other than FM... frequency is set to or watching an input source, you can select the Pure Audio mode by pressing the DISPLAY button on . 2. TX-SR701/701E DIRECT/ PURE AUDIO TX-SR601/601E DIRECT Remote controller "Direct" appears on the display and the tone control is Dolby Digital with 5.1 discrete channels consisting of source and...
...44.1 kHz. For example, the display "PCM fs: 44.1k" shows that the signal is PCM and that the format is turned off by the receiver's audio muting circuit. You can set separate video displays for when the input source is set to "On." When an input source other than FM... frequency is set to or watching an input source, you can select the Pure Audio mode by pressing the DISPLAY button on . 2. TX-SR701/701E DIRECT/ PURE AUDIO TX-SR601/601E DIRECT Remote controller "Direct" appears on the display and the tone control is Dolby Digital with 5.1 discrete channels consisting of source and...
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...its original 5.1-channel form. Once the parameters have front left and right speakers, a center speaker, and surround left and right speakers. Pure Audio (TX-SR701/701E only) Same as PCM or analog sources that have the mark. T-D (Theater-Dimensional) For the best enjoyment of your home theater, ...recorded for playback. The subwoofer is output to adjust the output volume of the source material without affecting the volume of Dolby Digital. To receive the full effect, there is not necessary to Dolby Pro Logic, which used for the left, right, and back surround channels are recorded...
...its original 5.1-channel form. Once the parameters have front left and right speakers, a center speaker, and surround left and right speakers. Pure Audio (TX-SR701/701E only) Same as PCM or analog sources that have the mark. T-D (Theater-Dimensional) For the best enjoyment of your home theater, ...recorded for playback. The subwoofer is output to adjust the output volume of the source material without affecting the volume of Dolby Digital. To receive the full effect, there is not necessary to Dolby Pro Logic, which used for the left, right, and back surround channels are recorded...
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... on and off immediately after power on. • Amplifier protection circuitry is heard. Contact your Onkyo Service Center. High range is not clear. • Turntable needle is dirty or worn (TX-SR701/701E only), or a problem exists with a connected component. © Refer to the instruction of ... Rough or scratchy sound is activated. © Remove the power cord from the road (see page 29). FM/AM TUNER AM stations cannot be received. • AM loop antenna is too high. © Turn treble setting down at night or with weak stations). • Noise from electrical ...
... on and off immediately after power on. • Amplifier protection circuitry is heard. Contact your Onkyo Service Center. High range is not clear. • Turntable needle is dirty or worn (TX-SR701/701E only), or a problem exists with a connected component. © Refer to the instruction of ... Rough or scratchy sound is activated. © Remove the power cord from the road (see page 29). FM/AM TUNER AM stations cannot be received. • AM loop antenna is too high. © Turn treble setting down at night or with weak stations). • Noise from electrical ...
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...; Multiple reflection of the radio waves because of the beginning sounds occurs with remote controller signals. © Move inferring objects away from the TX-SR701/701E/601/ 601E. © Operate the remote controller within 16 feet (5 meters) (see page 7). • Remote controller is functioning in .... © Change the position or direction of MONITOR OUT. © Check connections (see page 20). Desired parameter cannot be set to receive the output signals from the Auto mode to the current source signal (see page 42). 76 Insert the plugs and connectors completely (see pages...
...; Multiple reflection of the radio waves because of the beginning sounds occurs with remote controller signals. © Move inferring objects away from the TX-SR701/701E/601/ 601E. © Operate the remote controller within 16 feet (5 meters) (see page 7). • Remote controller is functioning in .... © Change the position or direction of MONITOR OUT. © Check connections (see page 20). Desired parameter cannot be set to receive the output signals from the Auto mode to the current source signal (see page 42). 76 Insert the plugs and connectors completely (see pages...