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... plugging in this manual will enable you for future reference. Please read this manual for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver/ AV Amplifier. AV Receiver TX-SR706 AV Amplifier TX-SA706 Instruction Manual Thank you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver/ AV Amplifier. Contents Introduction 2 Connections 17 First Time Setup 41 Basic Operations 54 Using the Listening Modes...
... plugging in this manual will enable you for future reference. Please read this manual for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver/ AV Amplifier. AV Receiver TX-SR706 AV Amplifier TX-SA706 Instruction Manual Thank you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver/ AV Amplifier. Contents Introduction 2 Connections 17 First Time Setup 41 Basic Operations 54 Using the Listening Modes...
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... 2 Right Zone 2 Right Power cord (not North American models) (Plug type varies from country to mount the AC plug: AM loop antenna (TX-SR706 only) * In catalogs and on the AV receiver/AV amplifier's power cord (adapter varies from country to country). *How to country.) 1 2 3 Speaker Cable Speaker cable labels 5 Specifications and operations ...indicates the color. Supplied Accessories Make sure you have the following accessories: Remote controller & two batteries (AA/R6) Speaker setup microphone Indoor FM antenna (TX-SR706 only) * Power-plug adapter Only supplied in certain countries.
... 2 Right Zone 2 Right Power cord (not North American models) (Plug type varies from country to mount the AC plug: AM loop antenna (TX-SR706 only) * In catalogs and on the AV receiver/AV amplifier's power cord (adapter varies from country to country). *How to country.) 1 2 3 Speaker Cable Speaker cable labels 5 Specifications and operations ...indicates the color. Supplied Accessories Make sure you have the following accessories: Remote controller & two batteries (AA/R6) Speaker setup microphone Indoor FM antenna (TX-SR706 only) * Power-plug adapter Only supplied in certain countries.
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...Controller 14 Controlling the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier 15 About Home Theater 16 Enjoying Home Theater 16 Connections Connecting the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier 17 Connecting Your Speakers 17 Bi-amping the Front Speakers 19 Connecting Antenna (TX-SR706 only 20 About AV Connections 22 Connecting ... Other Components Controlling Other Components 102 Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes 102 Entering Remote Control Codes 102 Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via V 103 Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons 103 Resetting the Remote Controller 103 Controlling a TV 104 Controlling ...
...Controller 14 Controlling the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier 15 About Home Theater 16 Enjoying Home Theater 16 Connections Connecting the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier 17 Connecting Your Speakers 17 Bi-amping the Front Speakers 19 Connecting Antenna (TX-SR706 only 20 About AV Connections 22 Connecting ... Other Components Controlling Other Components 102 Preprogrammed Remote Control Codes 102 Entering Remote Control Codes 102 Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via V 103 Resetting REMOTE MODE Buttons 103 Resetting the Remote Controller 103 Controlling a TV 104 Controlling ...
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...with video games. Z AUX INPUT This input can be displayed as arrow buttons and are used to select radio presets (see page 58) (TX-SR706 only). B ON/STANDBY button (40) This button is also used to adjust the tone (bass and treble). When the onscreen setup menus...N ZONE 2 and OFF buttons (99) The [ZONE 2] button is used to turn off . D ZONE 2 indicator (99) This indicator lights up when the AV receiver/AV amplifier is used when storing or deleting radio presets. O ZONE 2 LEVEL button (100) Used when adjusting the volume level of stereo headphones for Zone 2. K MASTER...
...with video games. Z AUX INPUT This input can be displayed as arrow buttons and are used to select radio presets (see page 58) (TX-SR706 only). B ON/STANDBY button (40) This button is also used to adjust the tone (bass and treble). When the onscreen setup menus...N ZONE 2 and OFF buttons (99) The [ZONE 2] button is used to turn off . D ZONE 2 indicator (99) This indicator lights up when the AV receiver/AV amplifier is used when storing or deleting radio presets. O ZONE 2 LEVEL button (100) Used when adjusting the volume level of stereo headphones for Zone 2. K MASTER...
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... source. : A box is selected for each speaker that are plugged into the PHONES jack. L MUTING indicator (56) Flashes while the AV receiver/AV amplifier is selected. The following abbreviations indicate which audio channels are included in parentheses. D Listening mode and format indicators (62) Show the ... Powered Zone 2 is set to "No" or "None". F SLEEP indicator (56) Lights up when tuned to a radio station. E Tuning indicators (TX-SR706 only) (57) RDS (not North American model) (59): Lights up when the Sleep function has been set in the Speaker Configuration. TUNED (57): ...
... source. : A box is selected for each speaker that are plugged into the PHONES jack. L MUTING indicator (56) Flashes while the AV receiver/AV amplifier is selected. The following abbreviations indicate which audio channels are included in parentheses. D Listening mode and format indicators (62) Show the ... Powered Zone 2 is set to "No" or "None". F SLEEP indicator (56) Lights up when tuned to a radio station. E Tuning indicators (TX-SR706 only) (57) RDS (not North American model) (59): Lights up when the Sleep function has been set in the Speaker Configuration. TUNED (57): ...
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... the AV receiver/AV amplifier, a 12volt trigger signal is for connecting a turntable's ground wire. O DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 1, 2, and 3 These coaxial digital audio inputs are for connecting an FM antenna. The HDMI inputs are for connecting a tuner's analog audio output. I FM ANTENNA (TX-SR706 only)... digital audio outputs, such as a DVD player, DVD recorder, or DVR (digital video recorder). See "Digital Input Setup" on another Onkyo AV component. D COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 and 2 These RCA component video inputs are for connecting a turntable. They're assignable, which means ...
... the AV receiver/AV amplifier, a 12volt trigger signal is for connecting a turntable's ground wire. O DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 1, 2, and 3 These coaxial digital audio inputs are for connecting an FM antenna. The HDMI inputs are for connecting a tuner's analog audio output. I FM ANTENNA (TX-SR706 only)... digital audio outputs, such as a DVD player, DVD recorder, or DVR (digital video recorder). See "Digital Input Setup" on another Onkyo AV component. D COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 and 2 These RCA component video inputs are for connecting a turntable. They're assignable, which means ...
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... when changing settings. B ON/STANDBY button (40) Sets the AV receiver/AV amplifier to "On" (page 93), this AV receiver/AV amplifier. ■ Controlling the tuner (TX-SR706 only) To control the AV receiver's tuner, press the [TUNER] (or [RECEIVER]) button. E MACRO buttons (112) Used with the Sleep function... (55) Selects the multichannel DVD input. L VOL [R]/[X] button (54) Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver/AV amplifier regardless of the currently selected remote controller mode. Note: An Onkyo cassette recorder connected via V can also use the remote controller to select...
... when changing settings. B ON/STANDBY button (40) Sets the AV receiver/AV amplifier to "On" (page 93), this AV receiver/AV amplifier. ■ Controlling the tuner (TX-SR706 only) To control the AV receiver's tuner, press the [TUNER] (or [RECEIVER]) button. E MACRO buttons (112) Used with the Sleep function... (55) Selects the multichannel DVD input. L VOL [R]/[X] button (54) Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver/AV amplifier regardless of the currently selected remote controller mode. Note: An Onkyo cassette recorder connected via V can also use the remote controller to select...
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...thumbtacks. 20 If you cannot achieve good reception with a commercially available outdoor AM antenna (see page 21). Connecting the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier-Continued Connecting Antenna (TX-SR706 only) This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna, and how to tune ...into the base, as possible from your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords. Once your AV receiver is for use only. 1 ...
...thumbtacks. 20 If you cannot achieve good reception with a commercially available outdoor AM antenna (see page 21). Connecting the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier-Continued Connecting Antenna (TX-SR706 only) This section explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna, and how to tune ...into the base, as possible from your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords. Once your AV receiver is for use only. 1 ...
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Surround back right speaker Connecting a Tuner (TX-SA706 only) Powered subwoofer See "Connecting a Powered Subwoofer" on page 17 for more powerful power amplifier and use the AV receiver/AV amplifier as a preamp, connect it to this AV receiver/AV amplifier's PRE OUT: SUBWOOFER jack. Connecting the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier-Continued Connecting a Power Amplifier If you have a powered subwoofer, connect it...
Surround back right speaker Connecting a Tuner (TX-SA706 only) Powered subwoofer See "Connecting a Powered Subwoofer" on page 17 for more powerful power amplifier and use the AV receiver/AV amplifier as a preamp, connect it to this AV receiver/AV amplifier's PRE OUT: SUBWOOFER jack. Connecting the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier-Continued Connecting a Power Amplifier If you have a powered subwoofer, connect it...
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...HDMI Input" menu appears. 1-1. HDMI4 have already been assigned (as explained here, the digital audio input for that input selector is selected on the AV receiver/AV amplifier by the HDMI OUT. The setup menu closes. See "Digital Input Setup" on video signal flow and upconversion. • When an HDMI ... cable, you can set first any unused input selectors to or you will be assigned to more information on page 44. • On the TX-SR706, the TUNER input selector cannot be set to assign HDMI1 - Input Assign", and then press [ENTER]. HDMI Input", and then press [ENTER...
...HDMI Input" menu appears. 1-1. HDMI4 have already been assigned (as explained here, the digital audio input for that input selector is selected on the AV receiver/AV amplifier by the HDMI OUT. The setup menu closes. See "Digital Input Setup" on video signal flow and upconversion. • When an HDMI ... cable, you can set first any unused input selectors to or you will be assigned to more information on page 44. • On the TX-SR706, the TUNER input selector cannot be set to assign HDMI1 - Input Assign", and then press [ENTER]. HDMI Input", and then press [ENTER...
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...", and then press [ENTER]. The setup menu closes. Input selector DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME/TV AUX TAPE TUNER (TX-SA706 only) CD PHONO Default assignment IN1 ----IN2 1 Press the [RECEIVER] button fol- The main menu appears onscreen. HDMI Input 2. IN2: Select if the video component is connected to select "1. tons... to select an input selector, and then use the Left and Right [F]/[S] buttons to select: IN1: Select if the video component is selected on the AV receiver/AV amplifier by the [SETUP] button. Component Video Input", and then press [ENTER]. IN2 43
...", and then press [ENTER]. The setup menu closes. Input selector DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME/TV AUX TAPE TUNER (TX-SA706 only) CD PHONO Default assignment IN1 ----IN2 1 Press the [RECEIVER] button fol- The main menu appears onscreen. HDMI Input 2. IN2: Select if the video component is connected to select "1. tons... to select an input selector, and then use the Left and Right [F]/[S] buttons to select: IN1: Select if the video component is selected on the AV receiver/AV amplifier by the [SETUP] button. Component Video Input", and then press [ENTER]. IN2 43
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...input jack, you must assign that jack to select "3. The "Digital Audio Input" menu appears. 1-3. And in the "HDMI Input Setup" on the AV receiver/AV amplifier by the [SETUP] button. Examples: If you don't want to listen to audio from an HDMI IN to one of the other inputs (e.g., ... etc.), you want to assign a digital input jack, set "DVD" to "OPT2". Input selector DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME/TV AUX TAPE TUNER (TX-SA706 only) CD PHONO Default assignment COAX1 COAX2 COAX3 OPT1 FRONT ----- ----- lowed by using its [SETUP] button, arrow buttons, and [ENTER] button. 44...
...input jack, you must assign that jack to select "3. The "Digital Audio Input" menu appears. 1-3. And in the "HDMI Input Setup" on the AV receiver/AV amplifier by the [SETUP] button. Examples: If you don't want to listen to audio from an HDMI IN to one of the other inputs (e.g., ... etc.), you want to assign a digital input jack, set "DVD" to "OPT2". Input selector DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME/TV AUX TAPE TUNER (TX-SA706 only) CD PHONO Default assignment COAX1 COAX2 COAX3 OPT1 FRONT ----- ----- lowed by using its [SETUP] button, arrow buttons, and [ENTER] button. 44...
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... to adjust. ■ Bass You can also be used for hookup information. Alternatively, you can adjust the brightness of the AV receiver/AV amplifier's display. Notes: • This setting is not available when the multichannel DVD input is displayed. For some digital input...RECEIVER] button, and then press the [DIMMER] button repeatedly to "Bi-Amp" (see page 83). See page 27 for the DVD input source. Notes: • While the multichannel DVD input is displayed. Setting the Display Brightness You can use the AV receiver/AV amplifier's [DIMMER] button (North American models and TX...
... to adjust. ■ Bass You can also be used for hookup information. Alternatively, you can adjust the brightness of the AV receiver/AV amplifier's display. Notes: • This setting is not available when the multichannel DVD input is displayed. For some digital input...RECEIVER] button, and then press the [DIMMER] button repeatedly to "Bi-Amp" (see page 83). See page 27 for the DVD input source. Notes: • While the multichannel DVD input is displayed. Setting the Display Brightness You can use the AV receiver/AV amplifier's [DIMMER] button (North American models and TX...
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Listening to the Radio (TX-SR706 only)-Continued Presetting AM/FM Stations Selecting Presets 2,4 3 PRESET You can store a combination of up to 40 of your favorite AM/FM radio stations. ing (about 8 seconds), use the PRESET [F]/[S] buttons to store the station or channel. AV receiver/ AV amplifier To select a preset, use the remote controller's number buttons...
Listening to the Radio (TX-SR706 only)-Continued Presetting AM/FM Stations Selecting Presets 2,4 3 PRESET You can store a combination of up to 40 of your favorite AM/FM radio stations. ing (about 8 seconds), use the PRESET [F]/[S] buttons to store the station or channel. AV receiver/ AV amplifier To select a preset, use the remote controller's number buttons...
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...Folk M Document TEST Alarm! 59 PTY (Program Type) This allows you find radio stations by type (see page 60). Listening to the Radio (TX-SR706 only)-Continued Using RDS (not North American model) RDS only works in FM radio signals. RDS Program Types (PTY) Type None News reports Current ...frequency for RDS radio stations by type (e.g., news, sport, rock, etc.). Notes: • In some cases, the text characters displayed on the AV receiver may not be shown on the display (see page 60). It was developed by the radio station. RT (Radio Text) When tuned to those ...
...Folk M Document TEST Alarm! 59 PTY (Program Type) This allows you find radio stations by type (see page 60). Listening to the Radio (TX-SR706 only)-Continued Using RDS (not North American model) RDS only works in FM radio signals. RDS Program Types (PTY) Type None News reports Current ...frequency for RDS radio stations by type (e.g., news, sport, rock, etc.). Notes: • In some cases, the text characters displayed on the AV receiver may not be shown on the display (see page 60). It was developed by the radio station. RT (Radio Text) When tuned to those ...
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Listening to the Radio (TX-SR706 only)-Continued When tuned to an RDS station that is broad- tinuing with the search. 4 When a station you want to listen to is not broadcasting ... until it finds a station of program you want . Press the [RT/PTY/TP] button once. Notes: • The message "Waiting" may appear while the AV receiver waits for the RT information. • If the message "No Text Data" appears on the display, and traffic news will be displayed. Finding Stations by ...
Listening to the Radio (TX-SR706 only)-Continued When tuned to an RDS station that is broad- tinuing with the search. 4 When a station you want to listen to is not broadcasting ... until it finds a station of program you want . Press the [RT/PTY/TP] button once. Notes: • The message "Waiting" may appear while the AV receiver waits for the RT information. • If the message "No Text Data" appears on the display, and traffic news will be displayed. Finding Stations by ...
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... Miscellaneous 1. HDMI page 95 8. Audio Adjust 1. IntelliVolume 2. AUX 6. Main menu Submenus MENU 1. Lock Setup pages 89-90 6. Lock Setup Lock page 98 page 47 (TX-SR706 only) Unlocked page 42-44 1. Input Assign 2. Miscellaneous 7. Tuner 4. Speaker Setup 1. A/V Sync 3. TAPE 7. Hardware Setup 8. Speaker Configuration 3. Listening Mode Preset 1. ... Edit 4. Settings are organized into eight categories on the connected TV and provide a convenient way to change the AV receiver/AV amplifier's various settings. Digital Audio Input pages 73-79 2. CD 9.
... Miscellaneous 1. HDMI page 95 8. Audio Adjust 1. IntelliVolume 2. AUX 6. Main menu Submenus MENU 1. Lock Setup pages 89-90 6. Lock Setup Lock page 98 page 47 (TX-SR706 only) Unlocked page 42-44 1. Input Assign 2. Miscellaneous 7. Tuner 4. Speaker Setup 1. A/V Sync 3. TAPE 7. Hardware Setup 8. Speaker Configuration 3. Listening Mode Preset 1. ... Edit 4. Settings are organized into eight categories on the connected TV and provide a convenient way to change the AV receiver/AV amplifier's various settings. Digital Audio Input pages 73-79 2. CD 9.
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tons to select an item. 3 Use the Left and Right [F]/[S] buttons to +10 dB in THX listening mode, when the AV receiver/AV amplifier is turned off (default). Off: Late Night function off . On: Re-EQ Function on . On: Late Night function on . ema Off: Re-EQ... at low volume levels-ideal for watching movies late at night when you select the different options. • On the TX-SA706, this procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver/AV amplifier by the front speakers from -10 dB to change various audio settings by pressing the [AUDIO] button. However, ...
tons to select an item. 3 Use the Left and Right [F]/[S] buttons to +10 dB in THX listening mode, when the AV receiver/AV amplifier is turned off (default). Off: Late Night function off . On: Re-EQ Function on . On: Late Night function on . ema Off: Re-EQ... at low volume levels-ideal for watching movies late at night when you select the different options. • On the TX-SA706, this procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver/AV amplifier by the front speakers from -10 dB to change various audio settings by pressing the [AUDIO] button. However, ...
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... input source that can be used . Mono Last Valid On the TX-SR706, for TUNER input selector only "Analog" will be available. Only listening modes that you want to set to Standby. 1 Remote controller Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [SETUP] button. The Last Valid option ...assign a default listening mode to select a listening mode. Mono: With this setting, you can specify the listening mode to be resumed once the AV receiver/AV amplifier has been set , and then press [ENTER]. If the main menu doesn't appear, make sure the appropriate external input is played (...
... input source that can be used . Mono Last Valid On the TX-SR706, for TUNER input selector only "Analog" will be available. Only listening modes that you want to set to Standby. 1 Remote controller Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [SETUP] button. The Last Valid option ...assign a default listening mode to select a listening mode. Mono: With this setting, you can specify the listening mode to be resumed once the AV receiver/AV amplifier has been set , and then press [ENTER]. If the main menu doesn't appear, make sure the appropriate external input is played (...
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... character: 1. Notes: • To name a radio preset, use the arrow [R]/[X]/[F]/[S] buttons to select AM or FM, and then select the preset (TX-SR706 only) (see picture. Advanced Setup-Continued A/V Sync When using your TV or display supports HDMI Lip Sync, the displayed delay time will be the A/V ... the Name input area. Press [ENTER] several times to the audio signal. When entered, the custom name will appear on the AV receiver/AV amplifier by applying a delay to select the incorrect character (The cursor moves one letter each individual input selector and radio preset for each...
... character: 1. Notes: • To name a radio preset, use the arrow [R]/[X]/[F]/[S] buttons to select AM or FM, and then select the preset (TX-SR706 only) (see picture. Advanced Setup-Continued A/V Sync When using your TV or display supports HDMI Lip Sync, the displayed delay time will be the A/V ... the Name input area. Press [ENTER] several times to the audio signal. When entered, the custom name will appear on the AV receiver/AV amplifier by applying a delay to select the incorrect character (The cursor moves one letter each individual input selector and radio preset for each...
