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Following the instructions in the unit. Please retain this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in this manual will enable you for future reference. Please read this manual for purchasing an Onkyo Integrated Amplifier. Contents Introduction 2 Connections 12 Turning On & Basic Operations....... 21 Advanced Operations 25 Others 26 E n Integrated Amplifier A-9050/ A-9030 Instruction Manual Thank you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new Integrated Amplifier.
Following the instructions in the unit. Please retain this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in this manual will enable you for future reference. Please read this manual for purchasing an Onkyo Integrated Amplifier. Contents Introduction 2 Connections 12 Turning On & Basic Operations....... 21 Advanced Operations 25 Others 26 E n Integrated Amplifier A-9050/ A-9030 Instruction Manual Thank you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new Integrated Amplifier.
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... improper adjustment of the shelf shall be placed on the apparatus. When a shelf is located above the unit, the rear edge of other apparatus (including amplifiers) that may be exposed to persons. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING AVIS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE DO NOT OPEN...
... improper adjustment of the shelf shall be placed on the apparatus. When a shelf is located above the unit, the rear edge of other apparatus (including amplifiers) that may be exposed to persons. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING AVIS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE DO NOT OPEN...
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...; 1.6 mm Full Flat Chassis • 75 W/ch (1 kHz, 8 ohms, 0.08 % THD, 2ch Driven FTC) • WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) • DIDRC (Dynamic Intermodulation Distortion Reduction Circuiry) • High Current Low Impedance Drive • 10,000 µF Capacitor × 2 &#...8226; Optimum Gain Volume • Aluminum Front Panels and Volume Knob • Direct Mode Switch A-9030 Integrated Digital Amplifier • Three-stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry • Phase Matching Bass Technology • 1.6 mm Full Flat Chassis • 65 W/ch (1 ...
...; 1.6 mm Full Flat Chassis • 75 W/ch (1 kHz, 8 ohms, 0.08 % THD, 2ch Driven FTC) • WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology) • DIDRC (Dynamic Intermodulation Distortion Reduction Circuiry) • High Current Low Impedance Drive • 10,000 µF Capacitor × 2 &#...8226; Optimum Gain Volume • Aluminum Front Panels and Volume Knob • Direct Mode Switch A-9030 Integrated Digital Amplifier • Three-stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry • Phase Matching Bass Technology • 1.6 mm Full Flat Chassis • 65 W/ch (1 ...
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... Power Cord 14 Connecting a CD Player 15 Connecting a Tuner 16 Connecting an Onkyo Dock 17 Connecting Onkyo V Components 18 Connecting a Turntable 19 Connecting a Cassette Tape Deck 19 Connecting a Recording Component 19 Connecting a Subwoofer With Built-In Power Amplifier 20 Using the Integrated Amplifier as a Preamplifier...........20 Turning On & Basic Operations Basic Operations 21 Turning...
... Power Cord 14 Connecting a CD Player 15 Connecting a Tuner 16 Connecting an Onkyo Dock 17 Connecting Onkyo V Components 18 Connecting a Turntable 19 Connecting a Cassette Tape Deck 19 Connecting a Recording Component 19 Connecting a Subwoofer With Built-In Power Amplifier 20 Using the Integrated Amplifier as a Preamplifier...........20 Turning On & Basic Operations Basic Operations 21 Turning...
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...high conversion efficiency, however, its four legs. Therefore, make sure not to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion. Remote control sensor Integrated amplifier 2 Insert the two supplied batteries (R03/AAA) in a place with the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment. 3 Replace the cover... rays, the remote controller may not work reliably. • Don't put anything, such as shown below. Before Using the Integrated Amplifier Installing the Batteries 1 To open the battery compartment, press the small hollow and slide the cover. Keep this in a rack behind...
...high conversion efficiency, however, its four legs. Therefore, make sure not to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion. Remote control sensor Integrated amplifier 2 Insert the two supplied batteries (R03/AAA) in a place with the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment. 3 Replace the cover... rays, the remote controller may not work reliably. • Don't put anything, such as shown below. Before Using the Integrated Amplifier Installing the Batteries 1 To open the battery compartment, press the small hollow and slide the cover. Keep this in a rack behind...
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...10132; page 22) Adjusts the volume. C Remote control sensor (➔ page 7) Receives control signals from the remote controller. Getting to Know the Integrated Amplifier Front Panel a 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 j klmn op For detailed information, see the pages in sequence. J TREBLE -/+ controller (➔ ...page 24) Adjusts the level of treble sounds. L DIRECT LED (➔ page 23) Lights when the integrated amplifier is in Direct mode. Q PHONES jack (➔ page 24) Connects headphones with analog audio output. P LINE5 (AUX) jack Connect playback...
...10132; page 22) Adjusts the volume. C Remote control sensor (➔ page 7) Receives control signals from the remote controller. Getting to Know the Integrated Amplifier Front Panel a 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 j klmn op For detailed information, see the pages in sequence. J TREBLE -/+ controller (➔ ...page 24) Adjusts the level of treble sounds. L DIRECT LED (➔ page 23) Lights when the integrated amplifier is in Direct mode. Q PHONES jack (➔ page 24) Connects headphones with analog audio output. P LINE5 (AUX) jack Connect playback...
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...digital audio output. J PREOUT SUBWOOFER jack K V REMOTE CONTROL jack Connect Onkyo components such as CD players with V (Remote Interactive) jacks. M ...analog audio output. N AUTO STANDBY selector Enables or disables the Auto standby function. Q POWER CORD (A-9030 only) See "Connections" for connection information (➔ page 12). F PHONO (MM) L/R jacks Connect...as analog line-level sources. I PRE OUT L/R jacks (A-9050 only) Connect a power amplifier when the integrated amplifier is used as a preamplifier (Pre mode). L SPEAKERS A terminals Connect Speakers A. The...
...digital audio output. J PREOUT SUBWOOFER jack K V REMOTE CONTROL jack Connect Onkyo components such as CD players with V (Remote Interactive) jacks. M ...analog audio output. N AUTO STANDBY selector Enables or disables the Auto standby function. Q POWER CORD (A-9030 only) See "Connections" for connection information (➔ page 12). F PHONO (MM) L/R jacks Connect...as analog line-level sources. I PRE OUT L/R jacks (A-9050 only) Connect a power amplifier when the integrated amplifier is used as a preamplifier (Pre mode). L SPEAKERS A terminals Connect Speakers A. The...
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E VOLUME R/X buttons (➔ page 22) Adjust the volume of the integrated amplifier. You can also use the remote controller to control your Onkyo CD Players, Tuner or V Docks. ■ Controlling the Onkyo CD player E CD button G Playback mode buttons Note • Make sure the remote controller is ... button (➔ page 21) Sets the integrated amplifier to the previous display when changing settings. Note • With some components, the remote controller may not work, or only partially. • To control the Onkyo Dock and Onkyo Tuner, an V connection is pointed at the CD ...
E VOLUME R/X buttons (➔ page 22) Adjust the volume of the integrated amplifier. You can also use the remote controller to control your Onkyo CD Players, Tuner or V Docks. ■ Controlling the Onkyo CD player E CD button G Playback mode buttons Note • Make sure the remote controller is ... button (➔ page 21) Sets the integrated amplifier to the previous display when changing settings. Note • With some components, the remote controller may not work, or only partially. • To control the Onkyo Dock and Onkyo Tuner, an V connection is pointed at the CD ...
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En 12 Connections Connections Connecting Your Speakers Right Left Speakers A Integrated Amplifier Speakers B Right Left ■ Screw-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown. 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) ■ Banana Plugs (North American models) • If you are using banana plugs, tighten the speaker terminal before inserting the banana plug. • Do not insert the speaker code directly into the center hole of the speaker terminal.
En 12 Connections Connections Connecting Your Speakers Right Left Speakers A Integrated Amplifier Speakers B Right Left ■ Screw-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown. 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) ■ Banana Plugs (North American models) • If you are using banana plugs, tighten the speaker terminal before inserting the banana plug. • Do not insert the speaker code directly into the center hole of the speaker terminal.
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...cannot be connected. • Two sets of speakers (Speakers A and Speakers B) can be out of phase and will be connected to the integrated amplifier. You can also output audio from low frequency signals. In other way around , the sound will feel unnatural. • Be careful not to ...malfunction. Integrated Amplifier • Don't connect more than 8 ohms may cause the protection circuit to activate. • When using only one speaker wire to negative...
...cannot be connected. • Two sets of speakers (Speakers A and Speakers B) can be out of phase and will be connected to the integrated amplifier. You can also output audio from low frequency signals. In other way around , the sound will feel unnatural. • Be careful not to ...malfunction. Integrated Amplifier • Don't connect more than 8 ohms may cause the protection circuit to activate. • When using only one speaker wire to negative...
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... each other than PCM. * An analog audio cable can be used with an V cable. Doing so may be used instead of your Onkyo CD Player, Tuner, or V Dock to make good connections (loose connections can cause noise or malfunctions). • To prevent interference, keep... 1 Connect all the way to the integrated amplifier with any other electrical equipment on the integrated amplifier may cause a momentary power surge that might interfere with the integrated amplifier and should not be polarity-sensitive. Connecting the Power Cord A-9030 Supplied power cord A-9050 To an AC wall...
... each other than PCM. * An analog audio cable can be used with an V cable. Doing so may be used instead of your Onkyo CD Player, Tuner, or V Dock to make good connections (loose connections can cause noise or malfunctions). • To prevent interference, keep... 1 Connect all the way to the integrated amplifier with any other electrical equipment on the integrated amplifier may cause a momentary power surge that might interfere with the integrated amplifier and should not be polarity-sensitive. Connecting the Power Cord A-9030 Supplied power cord A-9050 To an AC wall...
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... This is an example of connection using the V interlock function, be sure to connect the CD player to CD D1. Digital Connection (A-9050 only) Integrated Amplifier Analog Connection Integrated Amplifier CD Player 1 Connect the coaxial digital cable to the COAXIAL D1 jack. 2 Set the RI MODE switch to the LINE IN 1 jack.
... This is an example of connection using the V interlock function, be sure to connect the CD player to CD D1. Digital Connection (A-9050 only) Integrated Amplifier Analog Connection Integrated Amplifier CD Player 1 Connect the coaxial digital cable to the COAXIAL D1 jack. 2 Set the RI MODE switch to the LINE IN 1 jack.
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Digital Connection (A-9050 only) Integrated Amplifier Analog Connection Integrated Amplifier Tuner Tuner 1 Connect coaxial digital cable to the COAXIAL D2 jack. 2 Set the RI MODE switch to the LINE IN 1/2/3/4 jack. Connecting a Tuner This is ...
Digital Connection (A-9050 only) Integrated Amplifier Analog Connection Integrated Amplifier Tuner Tuner 1 Connect coaxial digital cable to the COAXIAL D2 jack. 2 Set the RI MODE switch to the LINE IN 1/2/3/4 jack. Connecting a Tuner This is ...
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Digital Connection (A-9050 only) Integrated Amplifier Analog Connection Integrated Amplifier OPTICAL Digital Media Transport, V Dock 1 Connect the optical digital cable to the OPTICAL D3 jack. 2 Set the RI MODE switch to DOCK D3. Tip • An Onkyo Dock can be connected to the COAXIAL D1 or D2 jack or the OPTICAL D3 ... 1 Connect the audio pin cable to the LINE IN 3 jack. 2 Set the RI MODE switch to DOCK LINE 3. (A-9050 only) Tip • An Onkyo Dock can be connected to the LINE IN 1/2/3/4 jack. R ---- En 17 However, when using the V interlock function, be sure to connect the...
Digital Connection (A-9050 only) Integrated Amplifier Analog Connection Integrated Amplifier OPTICAL Digital Media Transport, V Dock 1 Connect the optical digital cable to the OPTICAL D3 jack. 2 Set the RI MODE switch to DOCK D3. Tip • An Onkyo Dock can be connected to the COAXIAL D1 or D2 jack or the OPTICAL D3 ... 1 Connect the audio pin cable to the LINE IN 3 jack. 2 Set the RI MODE switch to DOCK LINE 3. (A-9050 only) Tip • An Onkyo Dock can be connected to the LINE IN 1/2/3/4 jack. R ---- En 17 However, when using the V interlock function, be sure to connect the...
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.... • To change a setting, be sure to turn off automatically. ■ Remote Control You can use the integrated amplifier's remote controller to control your Onkyo CD Players, Tuner or V Docks. • The CD Players only support the Auto Power On and Direct Change functions. ...you can use either one indifferently as they work properly. • Some components may cause a malfunction. • Only Onkyo CD Players, Tuners, and V Docks are supported by the integrated amplifier's V. En 18 V cables are present, you start playback on a component connected via V while the integrated...
.... • To change a setting, be sure to turn off automatically. ■ Remote Control You can use the integrated amplifier's remote controller to control your Onkyo CD Players, Tuner or V Docks. • The CD Players only support the Auto Power On and Direct Change functions. ...you can use either one indifferently as they work properly. • Some components may cause a malfunction. • Only Onkyo CD Players, Tuners, and V Docks are supported by the integrated amplifier's V. En 18 V cables are present, you start playback on a component connected via V while the integrated...
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...deck L R AUDIO OUT Tip • Connect your recordings for anything other than personal enjoyment! • Do not change the integrated amplifier's input while recording. Note • Volume adjustments and use of the muting function are not reflected in the signal output from LINE...in the signal output from the selected component to either of the recording component for use . Connecting a Turntable Connecting a Recording Component Integrated Amplifier Important: • Unless you 'll need a commercially available MC phono preamp. Ground wire L R AUDIO OUTPUT The PHONO input jacks ...
...deck L R AUDIO OUT Tip • Connect your recordings for anything other than personal enjoyment! • Do not change the integrated amplifier's input while recording. Note • Volume adjustments and use of the muting function are not reflected in the signal output from LINE...in the signal output from the selected component to either of the recording component for use . Connecting a Turntable Connecting a Recording Component Integrated Amplifier Important: • Unless you 'll need a commercially available MC phono preamp. Ground wire L R AUDIO OUTPUT The PHONO input jacks ...
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...This is an example of connection using the power amplifier. (A-9050 only) Integrated Amplifier Subwoofer with your amplifier to the manual supplied with built-in power amplifier Power Amplifier En 20 If your subwoofer does not have a built-in amplifier, connect the input jack of the subwoofer. For ...refer to the pre out jack of your subwoofer. Connecting a Subwoofer With Built-In Power Amplifier A subwoofer with a built-in power amplifier can be used as a Preamplifier The integrated amplifier can be connected to PRE OUT: SUBWOOFER terminal on the subwoofer with a built-in ...
...This is an example of connection using the power amplifier. (A-9050 only) Integrated Amplifier Subwoofer with your amplifier to the manual supplied with built-in power amplifier Power Amplifier En 20 If your subwoofer does not have a built-in amplifier, connect the input jack of the subwoofer. For ...refer to the pre out jack of your subwoofer. Connecting a Subwoofer With Built-In Power Amplifier A subwoofer with a built-in power amplifier can be used as a Preamplifier The integrated amplifier can be connected to PRE OUT: SUBWOOFER terminal on the subwoofer with a built-in ...
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... (A/B) and Input source LEDs blink, then light up after a short time. ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier 1 Press ON/STANDBY. The integrated amplifier enters Standby mode and the LED goes off. ■ Operating on power management settings, see "Setting the Auto..." (➔ page 25). Turning On & Basic Operations Basic Operations Turning On/Off the Integrated Amplifier ON/STANDBY button Turning On the Integrated Amplifier Turning Off the Integrated Amplifier ■ Operating with the remote controller ■ Operating with the remote controller 1 Press . ...
... (A/B) and Input source LEDs blink, then light up after a short time. ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier 1 Press ON/STANDBY. The integrated amplifier enters Standby mode and the LED goes off. ■ Operating on power management settings, see "Setting the Auto..." (➔ page 25). Turning On & Basic Operations Basic Operations Turning On/Off the Integrated Amplifier ON/STANDBY button Turning On the Integrated Amplifier Turning Off the Integrated Amplifier ■ Operating with the remote controller ■ Operating with the remote controller 1 Press . ...
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.... Adjusting the Volume ■ Operating with the remote controller VOLUME R/X SPEAKERS button A LED B LED 1 Press VOLUME R/X repeatedly. ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier 1 Press SPEAKERS repeatedly on the integrated amplifier. Tip • The default level is set to output sound from Speakers A, Speakers B, or both A + B. Selecting Speakers A and Speakers B You can select...
.... Adjusting the Volume ■ Operating with the remote controller VOLUME R/X SPEAKERS button A LED B LED 1 Press VOLUME R/X repeatedly. ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier 1 Press SPEAKERS repeatedly on the integrated amplifier. Tip • The default level is set to output sound from Speakers A, Speakers B, or both A + B. Selecting Speakers A and Speakers B You can select...
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... DIRECT button. The PHASE MATCHING BASS LED lights up . Tip • The LED will light up . • When the DIRECT function is on the integrated amplifier INPUT selector 1 Use the INPUT selector. The DIRECT LED lights. Using the PHASE MATCHING BASS Function From the warm low notes produced by a cello to...
... DIRECT button. The PHASE MATCHING BASS LED lights up . Tip • The LED will light up . • When the DIRECT function is on the integrated amplifier INPUT selector 1 Use the INPUT selector. The DIRECT LED lights. Using the PHASE MATCHING BASS Function From the warm low notes produced by a cello to...
