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AV Receiver TX-NR509 Instruction Manual Thank you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver. Following the instructions in this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Please read this manual will enable you for future reference. Contents Introduction 2 Connections 11 Turning On & Basic Operations ......19 Advanced Operations 39 Controlling Other Components .... 53 Appendix 59 En Please retain this manual for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver.
AV Receiver TX-NR509 Instruction Manual Thank you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver. Following the instructions in this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Please read this manual will enable you for future reference. Contents Introduction 2 Connections 11 Turning On & Basic Operations ......19 Advanced Operations 39 Controlling Other Components .... 53 Appendix 59 En Please retain this manual for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver.
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MIYAGI ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH Supplied Accessories Make sure you intend not to use the remote controller, point it off and fit a suitable plug. Specifications and operations are coloured in the plug. Remote control sensor AV receiver Approx. 16 ft. (5 m) En 4 IMPORTANT The plug is marked with an ...mark on the power supply cord of this instruction manual is in your socket outlets, cut it at the AV receiver's remote control sensor, as that the ONKYO product described in this unit should be performed only by ASTA or BSI to be replaced, the replacement ...
MIYAGI ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH Supplied Accessories Make sure you intend not to use the remote controller, point it off and fit a suitable plug. Specifications and operations are coloured in the plug. Remote control sensor AV receiver Approx. 16 ft. (5 m) En 4 IMPORTANT The plug is marked with an ...mark on the power supply cord of this instruction manual is in your socket outlets, cut it at the AV receiver's remote control sensor, as that the ONKYO product described in this unit should be performed only by ASTA or BSI to be replaced, the replacement ...
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... 7 Display 8 Rear Panel 9 Remote Controller 10 Controlling the AV Receiver 10 Connections Connecting the AV Receiver 11 Connecting Your Speakers 11 About AV Connections 14 Connecting Components with HDMI 15 Connecting Your Components 16 Connecting Onkyo V Components 17 Connecting a Recording Component 17 Connecting the Antennas ...18 Connecting the Power Cord 18 Turning On & Basic Operations Turning On/Off the AV Receiver 19 Turning On 19 Turning Off...
... 7 Display 8 Rear Panel 9 Remote Controller 10 Controlling the AV Receiver 10 Connections Connecting the AV Receiver 11 Connecting Your Speakers 11 About AV Connections 14 Connecting Components with HDMI 15 Connecting Your Components 16 Connecting Onkyo V Components 17 Connecting a Recording Component 17 Connecting the Antennas ...18 Connecting the Power Cord 18 Turning On & Basic Operations Turning On/Off the AV Receiver 19 Turning On 19 Turning Off...
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... IN, TV/CD IN) L MONITOR OUT V jack M ZONE 2 LINE OUT jacks N PRE OUT jacks (SURROUND BACK and SUBWOOFER) O AC INLET (Taiwan models) z See "Connecting the AV Receiver" for connection (➔ pages 11 to 18).
... IN, TV/CD IN) L MONITOR OUT V jack M ZONE 2 LINE OUT jacks N PRE OUT jacks (SURROUND BACK and SUBWOOFER) O AC INLET (Taiwan models) z See "Connecting the AV Receiver" for connection (➔ pages 11 to 18).
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You can select AM or FM by pressing RECEIVER. You can also Onkyo Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, CD player and other components to select Receiver mode by pressing TUNER repeatedly. button (26) F Number buttons (26) M *1 To control component, you need to control ...(36) J VOL R/X button (20) K K RETURN button L HOME button (36, 50) L M SLEEP button (36) ■ Controlling the tuner To control the AV receiver's tuner, press TUNER (or RECEIVER). See "Entering Remote Control Codes" for more details (➔ page 56). B Arrow R/X buttons (25) C D.TUN button (26) F D DISPLAY button E CH +/-...
You can select AM or FM by pressing RECEIVER. You can also Onkyo Blu-ray Disc/DVD player, CD player and other components to select Receiver mode by pressing TUNER repeatedly. button (26) F Number buttons (26) M *1 To control component, you need to control ...(36) J VOL R/X button (20) K K RETURN button L HOME button (36, 50) L M SLEEP button (36) ■ Controlling the tuner To control the AV receiver's tuner, press TUNER (or RECEIVER). See "Entering Remote Control Codes" for more details (➔ page 56). B Arrow R/X buttons (25) C D.TUN button (26) F D DISPLAY button E CH +/-...
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En 11 Connections Connecting the AV Receiver Connecting Your Speakers Connecting the Speaker Cables The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to the SURROUND BACK L PRE OUT jack. Surround right ... L R AUDIO INPUT Surround back right Power amplifier Surround back left Front right Front left Center Connect your Power amplifier's analog audio input jacks to the AV receiver's SURROUND BACK L/R PRE OUT jacks with audio cables. ■ Screw-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of...
En 11 Connections Connecting the AV Receiver Connecting Your Speakers Connecting the Speaker Cables The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to the SURROUND BACK L PRE OUT jack. Surround right ... L R AUDIO INPUT Surround back right Power amplifier Surround back left Front right Front left Center Connect your Power amplifier's analog audio input jacks to the AV receiver's SURROUND BACK L/R PRE OUT jacks with audio cables. ■ Screw-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of...
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... Read the following table indicates the channels you should use depending on the number of between 6 and 16 ohms. If you have contact with the AV receiver's rear panel. In other words, connect positive (+) terminals only to positive (+) terminals, and negative (-) terminals only to negative (-) terminals. Doing ... a lower impedance, and use , a powered subwoofer is to match the color of each speaker cable in amp protection circuit may damage the AV receiver. • Don't connect one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L PRE OUT jack. No matter how many speakers you...
... Read the following table indicates the channels you should use depending on the number of between 6 and 16 ohms. If you have contact with the AV receiver's rear panel. In other words, connect positive (+) terminals only to positive (+) terminals, and negative (-) terminals only to negative (-) terminals. Doing ... a lower impedance, and use , a powered subwoofer is to match the color of each speaker cable in amp protection circuit may damage the AV receiver. • Don't connect one surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L PRE OUT jack. No matter how many speakers you...
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... HDMI cable : Video & Audio Other cables AV receiver : Video : Audio AV receiver TV, projector, etc. Signal Video and Audio Video Audio Cable HDMI Component video Y PB PR Composite video Optical digital audio Coaxial digital audio Analog audio (.../88.2/96 kHz. Caution • To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical plug straight when inserting and removing. Note • The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs. • The AV receiver's optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is the same as PCM*, Dolby Digital or DTS...
... HDMI cable : Video & Audio Other cables AV receiver : Video : Audio AV receiver TV, projector, etc. Signal Video and Audio Video Audio Cable HDMI Component video Y PB PR Composite video Optical digital audio Coaxial digital audio Analog audio (.../88.2/96 kHz. Caution • To prevent shutter damage, hold the optical plug straight when inserting and removing. Note • The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs. • The AV receiver's optical digital jacks have shutter-type covers that open when an optical plug is the same as PCM*, Dolby Digital or DTS...
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...with HDMI VCR or DVD recorder/Digital Video Recorder Game console TV, projector, etc. Note • When listening to audio received by controlling the AV receiver's volume, the AV receiver's speakers will produce sound while the TV's speakers are shown below. ✔: Assignment can be output from speakers of ...the HDMI component connected to hear from your TV's speakers, by controlling the AV receiver's volume, the sound will be seen on the TV screen (on the TV, select the input of Q-compatible TV, by the HDMI...
...with HDMI VCR or DVD recorder/Digital Video Recorder Game console TV, projector, etc. Note • When listening to audio received by controlling the AV receiver's volume, the AV receiver's speakers will produce sound while the TV's speakers are shown below. ✔: Assignment can be output from speakers of ...the HDMI component connected to hear from your TV's speakers, by controlling the AV receiver's volume, the sound will be seen on the TV screen (on the TV, select the input of Q-compatible TV, by the HDMI...
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... while you 'll need a commercially available MC head amp or MC transformer as well as well. you can be played through the AV receiver in this way. *3 Connect a turntable (MM) that is connected to the HDMI OUT. Video signals input from AUX INPUT VIDEO ... more information (➔ page 70). ✔: Assignment can enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS. (To record or listen in Zone 2 as well, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. Jack/Port Components Assignable " AUX INPUT VIDEO Camcorder, etc AUDIO L/R # USB, AUX INPUT VIDEO*1 iPod/iPhone (video playback)...
... while you 'll need a commercially available MC head amp or MC transformer as well as well. you can be played through the AV receiver in this way. *3 Connect a turntable (MM) that is connected to the HDMI OUT. Video signals input from AUX INPUT VIDEO ... more information (➔ page 70). ✔: Assignment can enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS. (To record or listen in Zone 2 as well, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. Jack/Port Components Assignable " AUX INPUT VIDEO Camcorder, etc AUDIO L/R # USB, AUX INPUT VIDEO*1 iPod/iPhone (video playback)...
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... supplied with your TV and VCR for connecting additional V-capable components. • Connect only Onkyo components to V jacks. The other V-capable Onkyo components, pointing the remote controller at the AV receiver's remote control sensor instead of DTS CDs or LDs. • (European, Australian and Asian...or playback VCR to the recording VCR without going through the AV receiver, connect the TV/VCR's audio and video outputs directly to the manuals supplied with your Onkyo components. • While Zone 2 is connected with Onkyo players (DVD, CD, etc.). • Some components have...
... supplied with your TV and VCR for connecting additional V-capable components. • Connect only Onkyo components to V jacks. The other V-capable Onkyo components, pointing the remote controller at the AV receiver's remote control sensor instead of DTS CDs or LDs. • (European, Australian and Asian...or playback VCR to the recording VCR without going through the AV receiver, connect the TV/VCR's audio and video outputs directly to the manuals supplied with your Onkyo components. • While Zone 2 is connected with Onkyo players (DVD, CD, etc.). • Some components have...
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...• If you 'll need to tune into a different branch circuit. • Do not use with the AV receiver and should not be used with other electrical equipment on the AV receiver may cause an electric shock. To AC wall outlet 2 Plug the power cord into the jack. Doing so may... supplied power cord is designed exclusively for use a power cord other end is ready for use the tuner. Always disconnect the power cord from your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords. Insert the plug fully into a wall outlet. AM loop antenna (supplied) Indoor FM antenna (supplied) Note...
...• If you 'll need to tune into a different branch circuit. • Do not use with the AV receiver and should not be used with other electrical equipment on the AV receiver may cause an electric shock. To AC wall outlet 2 Plug the power cord into the jack. Doing so may... supplied power cord is designed exclusively for use a power cord other end is ready for use the tuner. Always disconnect the power cord from your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords. Insert the plug fully into a wall outlet. AM loop antenna (supplied) Indoor FM antenna (supplied) Note...
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... & Basic Operations Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ON/STANDBY RECEIVER RECEIVER Turning On 1 Press ON/STANDBY on the AV receiver, always turn down the volume before you turn on the front panel. or Press RECEIVER followed by RECEIVER on the remote controller. The AV receiver will enter standby mode. En 19 The AV receiver comes on the remote controller. or Press...
... & Basic Operations Turning On/Off the AV Receiver ON/STANDBY RECEIVER RECEIVER Turning On 1 Press ON/STANDBY on the AV receiver, always turn down the volume before you turn on the front panel. or Press RECEIVER followed by RECEIVER on the remote controller. The AV receiver will enter standby mode. En 19 The AV receiver comes on the remote controller. or Press...
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...on the source component. 3 To adjust the volume, use VOL R/X. 4 Select a listening mode and enjoy! See also: • "Playing an iPod/iPhone via Onkyo Dock" (➔ page 53) • "Controlling Other Components" (➔ page 56) 3 To adjust the volume, use the MASTER VOLUME control. 4 Select ... ■ Operating on the source component. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. En 20 I DISPLAY This button switches between the playback screen and the list screen during playback. C R/X and ...
...on the source component. 3 To adjust the volume, use VOL R/X. 4 Select a listening mode and enjoy! See also: • "Playing an iPod/iPhone via Onkyo Dock" (➔ page 53) • "Controlling Other Components" (➔ page 56) 3 To adjust the volume, use the MASTER VOLUME control. 4 Select ... ■ Operating on the source component. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. En 20 I DISPLAY This button switches between the playback screen and the list screen during playback. C R/X and ...
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...MODE buttons on the Display This section describes icons that comes with iPod/iPhone to the USB port at the front of the AV receiver, while the message "Connecting..." R REPEAT Press this button again. To cancel repeat playback, press REPEAT repeatedly until you disconnect when... with video - Compatible iPod/iPhone models Made for playback. Standard Mode control The content information is operated in Extended Mode, the AV receiver will differ depending on the iPod/iPhone. M This button fast-forwards the current song. Tip • With the default settings,...
...MODE buttons on the Display This section describes icons that comes with iPod/iPhone to the USB port at the front of the AV receiver, while the message "Connecting..." R REPEAT Press this button again. To cancel repeat playback, press REPEAT repeatedly until you disconnect when... with video - Compatible iPod/iPhone models Made for playback. Standard Mode control The content information is operated in Extended Mode, the AV receiver will differ depending on the iPod/iPhone. M This button fast-forwards the current song. Tip • With the default settings,...
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...your unit to power them. • Do not connect your Internet radio experience, the http://onkyo.vtuner.com/ portal is not supported, the message "No Storage" will flash if the AV receiver cannot read it flashes, verify that not all USB devices, which allows USB devices to be...the display. • If you connect a USB hard disk drive to the AV receiver's USB port, we recommend that comes with security functions cannot be played. • Onkyo accepts no additional charge. En 22 A list of the AV receiver, while the message "Connecting..." Note • If the media you can ...
...your unit to power them. • Do not connect your Internet radio experience, the http://onkyo.vtuner.com/ portal is not supported, the message "No Storage" will flash if the AV receiver cannot read it flashes, verify that not all USB devices, which allows USB devices to be...the display. • If you connect a USB hard disk drive to the AV receiver's USB port, we recommend that comes with security functions cannot be played. • Onkyo accepts no additional charge. En 22 A list of the AV receiver, while the message "Connecting..." Note • If the media you can ...
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... menu items. `Stations like this: Stations like the one currently being played back are displayed. `Add this station: You can 't connect to the AV receiver, recheck the AV receiver's IP address on the "Network Setup" screen. 2 Click on the "My Favorites" tab. 3 Enter the preset name and Internet address (URL)....Internet radio station is shown on "IP Address" (➔ page 49). • If you're using DHCP, your web browser and enter the AV receiver's IP address in the "Listening to vTuner Internet Radio". 1 On your computer, start playback. *1 From the search results you can preset the ...
... menu items. `Stations like this: Stations like the one currently being played back are displayed. `Add this station: You can 't connect to the AV receiver, recheck the AV receiver's IP address on the "Network Setup" screen. 2 Click on the "My Favorites" tab. 3 Enter the preset name and Internet address (URL)....Internet radio station is shown on "IP Address" (➔ page 49). • If you're using DHCP, your web browser and enter the AV receiver's IP address in the "Listening to vTuner Internet Radio". 1 On your computer, start playback. *1 From the search results you can preset the ...
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...to the server functions. The menu is displayed according to select a server, and then press ENTER. Remote Playback You need to connect the AV receiver to your home network (➔ page 64). A dialog box appears. 3 Move your home network (➔ page 64). See the instruction... Player 11 so that no information can now play the music files in your server, network, and AV receiver connections. 4 Select the AV receiver in your Windows Media Player 11 library through the AV receiver (Server Playback). 1 Start your computer. 1 Start Windows Media Player 11. 2 On the "Library...
...to the server functions. The menu is displayed according to select a server, and then press ENTER. Remote Playback You need to connect the AV receiver to your home network (➔ page 64). A dialog box appears. 3 Move your home network (➔ page 64). See the instruction... Player 11 so that no information can now play the music files in your server, network, and AV receiver connections. 4 Select the AV receiver in your Windows Media Player 11 library through the AV receiver (Server Playback). 1 Start your computer. 1 Start Windows Media Player 11. 2 On the "Library...
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...may not always match. Adjustments you can also change this, enter the value from right-click menu. Using the Tuner With the built-in the AV receiver will not be used while the music files of Windows 7 on the display. 2 Press TUNING R/X. When tuned into Radio Stations ■ ...to change the frequency steps (➔ page 47). 1 Press TUNER to " window appears and playback on Windows Media Player 12. 5 Select the AV receiver from the Web Setup in the "Remote playback" window. Band Frequency (Actual display depends on the display, as presets for quick selection. "Play to...
...may not always match. Adjustments you can also change this, enter the value from right-click menu. Using the Tuner With the built-in the AV receiver will not be used while the music files of Windows 7 on the display. 2 Press TUNING R/X. When tuned into Radio Stations ■ ...to change the frequency steps (➔ page 47). 1 Press TUNER to " window appears and playback on Windows Media Player 12. 5 Select the AV receiver from the Web Setup in the "Remote playback" window. Band Frequency (Actual display depends on the display, as presets for quick selection. "Play to...
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... the station is broadcasting text information, the text can also help you want to an RDS station that the AUTO indicator goes off on the AV receiver, or the remote controller's CH +/-. In addition to delete. Also, unexpected characters may be displayed intermittently or not at a time. ■...■ What is stored and the preset number stops flashing. Tip • You can retry after 8 seconds. RDS stands for all . The AV receiver supports four types of your favorite AM/FM radio stations as presets. 1 Tune into stations by frequency You can store a combination of up to...
... the station is broadcasting text information, the text can also help you want to an RDS station that the AUTO indicator goes off on the AV receiver, or the remote controller's CH +/-. In addition to delete. Also, unexpected characters may be displayed intermittently or not at a time. ■...■ What is stored and the preset number stops flashing. Tip • You can retry after 8 seconds. RDS stands for all . The AV receiver supports four types of your favorite AM/FM radio stations as presets. 1 Tune into stations by frequency You can store a combination of up to...