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... thoroughly before making connections and plugging in this manual for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver. 5943@&OCPPL 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU AV Receiver TX-SR803/803E TX-SR703/703E TX-SR8370 Contents Introduction 2 Connection 19 Turning On & First Time Setup..... 39 Instruction Manual Basic Operation Playing your AV components ....... 48 Using the Tuner 49 Thank you to obtain optimum performance...
... thoroughly before making connections and plugging in this manual for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver. 5943@&OCPPL 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU AV Receiver TX-SR803/803E TX-SR703/703E TX-SR8370 Contents Introduction 2 Connection 19 Turning On & First Time Setup..... 39 Instruction Manual Basic Operation Playing your AV components ....... 48 Using the Tuner 49 Thank you to obtain optimum performance...
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... have a voltage selector switch for compatibility with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Although no batteries are required, the AV receiver must approved by your Onkyo dealer. 6. Fit a suitable fuse in your socket outlets, cut it off and fit a suitable plug. AC Fuse-The... immediately afterwards with an appropriate fuse. If you plug in compliance with the letter N or coloured black. Memory Backup The AV receiver uses a battery-less memory backup system in order to the terminal which is marked with the corresponding technical standards such as that...
... have a voltage selector switch for compatibility with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Although no batteries are required, the AV receiver must approved by your Onkyo dealer. 6. Fit a suitable fuse in your socket outlets, cut it off and fit a suitable plug. AC Fuse-The... immediately afterwards with an appropriate fuse. If you plug in compliance with the letter N or coloured black. Memory Backup The AV receiver uses a battery-less memory backup system in order to the terminal which is marked with the corresponding technical standards such as that...
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...user's authority to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the plug on the AV receiver's power cord. (Adapter varies from that interference will not occur in certain countries. Modèle canadien REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUM... À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. Use this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is encouraged to try to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Specifications and operation are designed to...
...user's authority to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the plug on the AV receiver's power cord. (Adapter varies from that interference will not occur in certain countries. Modèle canadien REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUM... À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. Use this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which the receiver is encouraged to try to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Specifications and operation are designed to...
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... Power Amplifier 34 Connecting Onkyo Components ..........35 Connecting Components with HDMI (TX-SR803/803E Only 36 Connecting the Power Cords of Other Components 38 Connecting the RS232 Port 38 Connecting the Power Cord 38 Turning On & First Time Setup Turning On the AV Receiver 39 Turning On and ... to XM Satellite Radio 52 Presetting AM/FM Stations and XM Channels 56 Using the Multichannel DVD Input.......... 57 Common Functions 58 Setting the Display Brightness 58 Adjusting Speaker Levels 58 Muting the AV Receiver 58 Using the Sleep Timer 59 Using Headphones 59 Displaying Source...
... Power Amplifier 34 Connecting Onkyo Components ..........35 Connecting Components with HDMI (TX-SR803/803E Only 36 Connecting the Power Cords of Other Components 38 Connecting the RS232 Port 38 Connecting the Power Cord 38 Turning On & First Time Setup Turning On the AV Receiver 39 Turning On and ... to XM Satellite Radio 52 Presetting AM/FM Stations and XM Channels 56 Using the Multichannel DVD Input.......... 57 Common Functions 58 Setting the Display Brightness 58 Adjusting Speaker Levels 58 Muting the AV Receiver 58 Using the Sleep Timer 59 Using Headphones 59 Displaying Source...
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...Others • Microphone for automatic speaker setup • Easy-to-use with other AV components • Remote controller Learning function • Remote controller Macro function 6 TX-SR803/803E Only • 105 watts per channel into 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, less than 0.08% total harmonic ..., and pre-amplifier performance and operation for home and other trademarks are trademarks of quality and performance tests. THX Select2 receivers also feature proprietary THX technologies (e.g., THX Mode) which is a registered trademark of Niles Audio Corporation. * Apple and iPod are ...
...Others • Microphone for automatic speaker setup • Easy-to-use with other AV components • Remote controller Learning function • Remote controller Macro function 6 TX-SR803/803E Only • 105 watts per channel into 8 ohms, 20 Hz to 20 kHz, less than 0.08% total harmonic ..., and pre-amplifier performance and operation for home and other trademarks are trademarks of quality and performance tests. THX Select2 receivers also feature proprietary THX technologies (e.g., THX Mode) which is a registered trademark of Niles Audio Corporation. * Apple and iPod are ...
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...button again selects the previous listening mode. This is selected. When set to OFF, the AV receiver is on page 9. Pressing this switch. D Remote-control sensor (13) Receives control signals from the remote controller. For detailed information, see the pages in Standby mode ...information about the currently selected input source. G MASTER VOLUME control (48) Sets the volume of the AV receiver to On or Standby. 5943@&OCPPL 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Getting to Know the AV Receiver Front Panel 1 23 4 5 6 7 STANDBY/ON POWER STANDBY ZONE 2 ON OFF PURE AUDIO...
...button again selects the previous listening mode. This is selected. When set to OFF, the AV receiver is on page 9. Pressing this switch. D Remote-control sensor (13) Receives control signals from the remote controller. For detailed information, see the pages in Standby mode ...information about the currently selected input source. G MASTER VOLUME control (48) Sets the volume of the AV receiver to On or Standby. 5943@&OCPPL 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Getting to Know the AV Receiver Front Panel 1 23 4 5 6 7 STANDBY/ON POWER STANDBY ZONE 2 ON OFF PURE AUDIO...
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... 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Getting to turn on Zone 2 and select the input source for private listening. The OFF button is also used to Know the AV Receiver-Continued K L M N O P QRS T U V W X PHONES ZONE 2 OFF TONE ZONE 2 LEVEL STEREO TUNING DIMMER MEMORY MODE SETUP RETURN ENTER SETUP MIC LISTENING MODE CLEAR PRESET PRESET TUNING DIGITAL...
... 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Getting to turn on Zone 2 and select the input source for private listening. The OFF button is also used to Know the AV Receiver-Continued K L M N O P QRS T U V W X PHONES ZONE 2 OFF TONE ZONE 2 LEVEL STEREO TUNING DIMMER MEMORY MODE SETUP RETURN ENTER SETUP MIC LISTENING MODE CLEAR PRESET PRESET TUNING DIGITAL...
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... digital input signals. 4 Tuning indicators (49) TUNED (49): Lights up when tuned to a radio station. 5943@&OCPPL 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Getting to Know the AV Receiver-Continued Display 12 3 4 5 6 For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. 1 MUTING indicator (58) Flashes while the...
... digital input signals. 4 Tuning indicators (49) TUNED (49): Lights up when tuned to a radio station. 5943@&OCPPL 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Getting to Know the AV Receiver-Continued Display 12 3 4 5 6 For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. 1 MUTING indicator (58) Flashes while the...
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5943@&OCPPL 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Getting to Know the AV Receiver-Continued Rear Panel TX-SR803/803E 12 3 N Not North American and Australian models 4 56 789 J KL M O On some models P QR S T U V W X Y TX-SR703/703E and TX-SR8370 12 3 5 6 N Not North American and Australian models 7 89 KJL M O On some models P QR S T U V W X Y 10
5943@&OCPPL 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Getting to Know the AV Receiver-Continued Rear Panel TX-SR803/803E 12 3 N Not North American and Australian models 4 56 789 J KL M O On some models P QR S T U V W X Y TX-SR703/703E and TX-SR8370 12 3 5 6 N Not North American and Australian models 7 89 KJL M O On some models P QR S T U V W X Y 10
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...outputs, such as DVD players. The HDMI output is turned on on another -capable Onkyo component, for connecting a digital recorder with a component video input. L IR IN/OUT A commercially available IR receiver can be connected to the IR OUT jack to pass IR (infrared) remote control ...a cabinet. J 12V TRIGGER OUT ZONE 2 This output can be connected to control the AV receiver while you must make an analog audio connection (RCA) between the AV receiver and the other components (only the TX-SR803/803E has an IR OUT). nected to a line input on your TV or projector. To...
...outputs, such as DVD players. The HDMI output is turned on on another -capable Onkyo component, for connecting a digital recorder with a component video input. L IR IN/OUT A commercially available IR receiver can be connected to the IR OUT jack to pass IR (infrared) remote control ...a cabinet. J 12V TRIGGER OUT ZONE 2 This output can be connected to control the AV receiver while you must make an analog audio connection (RCA) between the AV receiver and the other components (only the TX-SR803/803E has an IR OUT). nected to a line input on your TV or projector. To...
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... compatibility with an analog audio input and output, such as a VCR. O VOLTAGE SELECTOR (on North American model) This jack is for your AV receiver. Before you purchased your area. For example, if the voltage in such a model, make sure that the voltage selector is 120 volts, set... audio input on the country in which you plug in your area is set the selector to the correct voltage for connecting the AV receiver to Know the AV Receiver-Continued N RS232 American and Australian models don't have a voltage selector switch for connecting an XM digital antenna, sold separately. V...
... compatibility with an analog audio input and output, such as a VCR. O VOLTAGE SELECTOR (on North American model) This jack is for your AV receiver. Before you purchased your area. For example, if the voltage in such a model, make sure that the voltage selector is 120 volts, set... audio input on the country in which you plug in your area is set the selector to the correct voltage for connecting the AV receiver to Know the AV Receiver-Continued N RS232 American and Australian models don't have a voltage selector switch for connecting an XM digital antenna, sold separately. V...
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...8226; Don't put anything on top of batteries. • If you intend not to use the remote controller, point it and the AV receiver's remote control sensor. 13 Using the Remote Controller To use the remote controller for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from... or corrosion. • Expired batteries should be pressed continuously, thereby draining the batteries. • The remote controller may not work reliably if the AV receiver is subjected to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion. 30˚ 30˚ Approx. 16 ft. (5 m) Notes: • The remote controller...
...8226; Don't put anything on top of batteries. • If you intend not to use the remote controller, point it and the AV receiver's remote control sensor. 13 Using the Remote Controller To use the remote controller for a long time, remove the batteries to prevent damage from... or corrosion. • Expired batteries should be pressed continuously, thereby draining the batteries. • The remote controller may not work reliably if the AV receiver is subjected to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion. 30˚ 30˚ Approx. 16 ft. (5 m) Notes: • The remote controller...
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... 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Remote Controller-Continued About the Remote Controller Modes Including the AV receiver, the remote controller can be used to nine different components. In SAT/MD mode, you can control an Onkyo DVD player in this manual may not work as expected with other manufacturers ... component. The remote controller has a specific operating mode for controlling Onkyo's next generation HDD-compatible components via . ■ DVD Mode By default, you can also be used to control the AV receiver. You must enter the appropriate remote control code first (see page...
... 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Remote Controller-Continued About the Remote Controller Modes Including the AV receiver, the remote controller can be used to nine different components. In SAT/MD mode, you can control an Onkyo DVD player in this manual may not work as expected with other manufacturers ... component. The remote controller has a specific operating mode for controlling Onkyo's next generation HDD-compatible components via . ■ DVD Mode By default, you can also be used to control the AV receiver. You must enter the appropriate remote control code first (see page...
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... the input sources. P SLEEP button (59) Used with some cassette tapes. R VOL [ ]/[ ] button (48) Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver regardless of the currently selected mode lights up. Depending on or off . Play [ ] button Starts playback. Reverse Play [ ] button Starts reverse playback...selected remote controller mode. Rewind and FF [ ]/[ ] buttons The Rewind [ ] button starts rewind. T MUTING button (58) Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver. The [STEREO], [SURR], and LISTENING MODE [ ]/[ ] buttons can be used regardless of the current track. K TEST TONE, CH SEL, ...
... the input sources. P SLEEP button (59) Used with some cassette tapes. R VOL [ ]/[ ] button (48) Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver regardless of the currently selected mode lights up. Depending on or off . Play [ ] button Starts playback. Reverse Play [ ] button Starts reverse playback...selected remote controller mode. Rewind and FF [ ]/[ ] buttons The Rewind [ ] button starts rewind. T MUTING button (58) Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver. The [STEREO], [SURR], and LISTENING MODE [ ]/[ ] buttons can be used regardless of the current track. K TEST TONE, CH SEL, ...
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... buttons From left to enter times for locating specific points. CD TAPE TUNER 7 8 9 PHONO T V VOL +10 0 CLEAR --/--- 10 11 12 INPUT SELECTOR MACRO 1 2 3 ZONE2 RECEIVER TAPE/AMP REMOTE MODE DVD CD HDD TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - M CLEAR button Cancels functions and clears entered numbers. N MENU button Displays a DVD's menu...
... buttons From left to enter times for locating specific points. CD TAPE TUNER 7 8 9 PHONO T V VOL +10 0 CLEAR --/--- 10 11 12 INPUT SELECTOR MACRO 1 2 3 ZONE2 RECEIVER TAPE/AMP REMOTE MODE DVD CD HDD TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - M CLEAR button Cancels functions and clears entered numbers. N MENU button Displays a DVD's menu...
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...3 + V4 MULTI CH DVD T V CH 4 5 6 - 5943@&OCPPL 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Remote Controller-Continued CD, MD, and CDR Modes To control an Onkyo CD player or a CD/MD recorder made by another manufacturer, you must first enter the appropriate remote control code (see page 86). CD TAPE... TUNER 7 8 9 PHONO T V VOL +10 0 CLEAR --/--- 10 11 12 INPUT SELECTOR MACRO 1 2 3 ZONE2 RECEIVER TAPE/AMP REMOTE MODE DVD CD HDD TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - B ON button Set the CD player or MD/CD recorder to enter track...
...3 + V4 MULTI CH DVD T V CH 4 5 6 - 5943@&OCPPL 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Remote Controller-Continued CD, MD, and CDR Modes To control an Onkyo CD player or a CD/MD recorder made by another manufacturer, you must first enter the appropriate remote control code (see page 86). CD TAPE... TUNER 7 8 9 PHONO T V VOL +10 0 CLEAR --/--- 10 11 12 INPUT SELECTOR MACRO 1 2 3 ZONE2 RECEIVER TAPE/AMP REMOTE MODE DVD CD HDD TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - B ON button Set the CD player or MD/CD recorder to enter track...
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... items. D ALBUM +/- button* Selects the next or previous album. G Pause [ ] button Pauses playback. (With 3rd generation iPods, it can be used with the Onkyo DS-A1 Remote Interactive Dock and Apple iPod connected via . L Play [ ] button Starts playback. E DISPLAY button* Turns on automatically. (With 3rd generation iPods, this...Connect the DS-A1 to the TAPE IN or VIDEO 3 IN jacks. • Set the DS-A1's RI MODE switch to HDD. • Set the AV receiver's input display to HDD (see page 46). • Refer to the DS-A1's instruction manual. As of 2005, it works as a Play/Pause button.) ...
... items. D ALBUM +/- button* Selects the next or previous album. G Pause [ ] button Pauses playback. (With 3rd generation iPods, it can be used with the Onkyo DS-A1 Remote Interactive Dock and Apple iPod connected via . L Play [ ] button Starts playback. E DISPLAY button* Turns on automatically. (With 3rd generation iPods, this...Connect the DS-A1 to the TAPE IN or VIDEO 3 IN jacks. • Set the DS-A1's RI MODE switch to HDD. • Set the AV receiver's input display to HDD (see page 46). • Refer to the DS-A1's instruction manual. As of 2005, it works as a Play/Pause button.) ...
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... mainly for the sound image. 5943@&OCPPL 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Connecting Your Speakers Enjoying Home Theater Thanks to the AV receiver's superb capabilities, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIx and Onkyo's own DSP surround listening modes. You can also enjoy THX Surround EX (THX-certified THX speaker system recommended... from the TV. The volume and quality of the listener, or slightly behind the listener. They enhance the realism of the LFE (Low-Frequency Effects) channel.
... mainly for the sound image. 5943@&OCPPL 1BHF 'SJEBZ "VHVTU Connecting Your Speakers Enjoying Home Theater Thanks to the AV receiver's superb capabilities, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIx and Onkyo's own DSP surround listening modes. You can also enjoy THX Surround EX (THX-certified THX speaker system recommended... from the TV. The volume and quality of the listener, or slightly behind the listener. They enhance the realism of the LFE (Low-Frequency Effects) channel.
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... as shown. Dipole speakers TV/screen 1 2 3 4 Normal speakers TV/screen 1 2 3 4 Connecting a Powered Subwoofer Using a suitable cable, connect the AV receiver's SUBWOOFER PRE OUT to the input on them to the positive (+) side of speakers: 2 3 4 5 6 7 Front left Front right Center ✓ ...the left and right speakers. The following table shows which channels you should connect seven speakers and a powered subwoofer. Powered subwoofer LINE INPUT LINE INPUT Attaching the Speaker Labels The AV receiver's positive (+) speaker terminals are color-coded for ease of ...
... as shown. Dipole speakers TV/screen 1 2 3 4 Normal speakers TV/screen 1 2 3 4 Connecting a Powered Subwoofer Using a suitable cable, connect the AV receiver's SUBWOOFER PRE OUT to the input on them to the positive (+) side of speakers: 2 3 4 5 6 7 Front left Front right Center ✓ ...the left and right speakers. The following table shows which channels you should connect seven speakers and a powered subwoofer. Powered subwoofer LINE INPUT LINE INPUT Attaching the Speaker Labels The AV receiver's positive (+) speaker terminals are color-coded for ease of ...
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... supplied with an impedance of between 4 and 16 ohms. If the impedance of any of time, the built-in amp protection circuit may damage the AV receiver. • Don't connect more but less than one surround back speaker, connect it to 4 ohms (see page 46). If you get them the wrong... way around, the sound will be out of phase and will sound unnatural. • Unnecessarily long or very thin speaker cables may damage the AV receiver. • Don't connect a speaker to short the positive and negative wires. Doing so may be activated. • Disconnect the power cord from the ends ...
... supplied with an impedance of between 4 and 16 ohms. If the impedance of any of time, the built-in amp protection circuit may damage the AV receiver. • Don't connect more but less than one surround back speaker, connect it to 4 ohms (see page 46). If you get them the wrong... way around, the sound will be out of phase and will sound unnatural. • Unnecessarily long or very thin speaker cables may damage the AV receiver. • Don't connect a speaker to short the positive and negative wires. Doing so may be activated. • Disconnect the power cord from the ends ...