Onkyo TX-DS494 manuale d’uso

Contents Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver. Please retain this manual for future reference. TX-DS494 Appendix T[...]

2 1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructi[...]

3 1. Warranty Claim You can find the serial number on the rear panel of this unit. In case of warranty claim, please report this number. 2. Recording Copyright Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is illegal without permission of the copyright holder. 3. AC Fuse The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user-service[...]

4 Check that the following accessories are supplied with the TX-DS494. AM loop antenna × 1 FM indoor antenna × 1 (Connector will vary depending on model specifications) Remote controller × 1 (RC-443S for models other than North American models, RC-444M for North American models) 75/300 Ω antenna adapter × 1 Declaration of Conformity We, ONKYO[...]

5 3. After batteries are installed and seated correctly, replace the compartment cover. Notes: • Do not mix new batteries with old batteries or different kinds of batteries. • To avoid corrosion, remove the batteries if the remote controller is not to be used for a long time. • Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid damage from corrosion.[...]

6 Fr ont panel facilities Here is an explanation of the controls and displays on the front panel of the TX-DS494. SP SEL TUNING PRESET MEMORY SW MODE DIGIT AL INPUT FM MODE CLEAR ~ * !@ # $ % ^ & STANDBY/ON OFF ON POWER PHONES MASTER VOLUME BASS TREBLE AV RECEIVER TX - DS 494 FM AM PHONO C D TAPE VIDEO 1 DVD AB SPEAKERS DIMMER SURROUND DTS / VI[...]

7 5 DISPLAY button Each time you press the DISPLAY button, the screen changes as follows: When an input source other than FM or AM is selected: Press the DISPLAY button once to initiate the program format display. Pressing the button again switches the display to the other display. * If the input signal does not have a program format, then this wil[...]

8 Front panel facilities 7 DIMMER button Press to set the brightness of the front display. The brightness changes to normal and dim. • The dimmer control for the front display can also be performed by using the remote controller. 8 MASTER VOLUME dial The MASTER VOLUME dial is used to control the volume level. Turn the dial clockwise to increase t[...]

9 Remote contr oller R C - 4 4 3 S R E M O T E C O N T R O L L E R INPUT SELECTOR MODE SLEEP DIMMER DISPLAY CD TAPE PHONO TUNER D V D VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SUR MODE SW MOD E AUDIO SEL TUNER PRESET STANDBY/ ON STANDBY/ ON DISC MU TING DVD CD TAPE VOLUME TOP MENU MENU CH SEL RETURN SET UP TEST TONE LEVEL ENTER 1 9 0 = ~ - ! 2 4 6 3 5 7 8 For detailed descr[...]

10 Rear panel facilities • Insert all plugs and connectors securely. Improper connections can result in noise, poor performance, or damage to the equipment. • Do not bind audio/video connection cables with power cords and speaker cables. Doing so may adversely effect the picture and sound quality. 1 ANTENNA These terminals are for connecting th[...]

11 Rear panel facilities p z (REMOTE CONTROL) Connect the Onkyo components that have z connectors such as a CD player, and cassette tape deck using the z cables provided with them. When these components are interconnected, they can be controlled from the remote controller provided with the TX-DS494. After connecting the z connectors, check the oper[...]

12 Example of ho w to connect y our equipment Here is explanation of how to connect the main components to the TX-DS494 in the standard manner. There are many ways that any one component can be connected, and it is up to you to decide which method best fits your situation. The directions given here are only one option and should only be thought of [...]

13 Example of how to connect your equipment Connecting your audio components Connecting a turntable Using an RCA-type audio connection cable, connect the output terminal on the turntable to the PHONO L/R jacks on the TX-DS494. Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the right channel to the R jack. Note: The TX-DS494 [...]

14 Connecting a satellite tuner or television Using an RCA-type video connection cable, connect the video output terminal (composite) on the satellite tuner or television to the VIDEO 1 IN VIDEO jacks on the TX-DS494. If there is an S video output terminal on the satellite tuner or television, connect it to the VIDEO 1 IN S VIDEO jack using an S vi[...]

15 Example of how to connect your equipment VCR (VIDEO 2) TV monitor or Projector (MONITOR OUT) Satellite tuner or TV (VIDEO 1) DVD player or LD player (DVD) Analog signal Signal flow Digital signal S video signal Coaxial plug Video Audio (L) Audio (R) Example of video equipment connections ANTENNA FM 75 AM IN IN IN L L R R FRONT CENTER SURR SUB WO[...]

16 P ositioning speaker s This unit has two sets of speaker system terminals (for SPEAKERS A and SPEAKERS B). Before connecting the speakers, place them correctly by consulting the instruction manuals that came with them. For surround playback, the configuration and placement of your speakers are very important. Standard speaker system for reproduc[...]

17 ANTENNA FM 75 AM REMOTE CONTROL CENTER SPEAKER SURROUND SPEAKERS R L IN IN IN L L R R FRONT CENTER SURR SUB WOOFER RL 1 2 COAXIAL OUT IN A B R L FRONT SPEAKERS R L R L VIDEO DIGIT AL INPUT MONITOR OUT S VIDEO DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 PHONO CD SUB WOOFER PRE OUT TA P E DVD VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 R L OPTICAL MUL TI CHANNEL INPUT MONI- TOR OUT GND AC OUTLETS A[...]

18 AM loop antenna Connecting antennas Connecting the AM loop antenna 1. Press down the lever. 2. Insert the end of the cable into the hole. 3. Release the lever. The lever will return to the original position. Either of the split ends of the AM antenna can be connected to either terminal. Unlike speaker cabling, there is no polarity for AM broadca[...]

19 Connecting antennas To TV (or VCR) If the reception condition cannot be improved by adjusting the provided antenna, install an outdoor antenna and connect it to this unit. Connecting an FM outdoor antenna Please make sure that you follow the considerations: • Keep the antenna away from noise sources (neon signs, busy roads, etc.). • It is da[...]

20 Connecting the po wer Turning this unit ON from an z -connected component When the DVD player, CD player or MD recorder connected with the TX-DS494 through z cables is turned on, the TX-DS494 automatically turns on and selects the source that was turned on. Turning the TX-DS494 off sets the z -connected DVD player, CD player or MD recorder to st[...]

21 Speaker Setup You need to set up the speaker configuration for the speaker system connected to the SPEAKERS A terminals (see page 17). Notes: • The speakers cannot be set up for optimum audio reproduction if; – Headphones are connected (see page 8), or – The SPEAKERS B system is On (see page 7). • It is not necessary to set up again once[...]

22 Selecting a sound sour ce Selecting a sound source 1. Press the desired input selector button. The selected source name appears in the display. If the TAPE button is pressed, either the TAPE or MD input which has been selected beforehand will be displayed. The TAPE and MD sources can be switched alternately by holding the TAPE button for about 2[...]

23 Selecting a sound source Setting the input signal format If the input source is DVD, CD, VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2 or TAPE, you can specify the input signal format. With the initial setting, AUTO is assigned to the DVD, CD and VIDEO 1 inputs, and ANALOG is assigned to the TAPE and VIDEO 2 inputs. You can change this according to the signal format of the [...]

24 Tuning into a radio station 1. Press either the AM or FM input selector button. 2. Using the TUNING a/s buttons on the front panel, tune into the station you desire. When you tune into a radio station, TUNED indicator appears in the display. If you tune into an FM station in stereo, then FM STEREO indicator lights up. • The tuner frequency cha[...]

25 Selecting a preset radio station 1. Press either the AM or FM input selector button. The display should show the currently selected frequency. If it displays the listening mode, press the DISPLAY button to display the frequency. 2. Using the PRESET ™ / £ buttons, select the number of the desired preset station. When using the remote controlle[...]

26 T o enjo y Surr ound mode The TX-DS494 ’ s surround sound enables you to enjoy the presence of a movie theater or concert hall in your room. Before using a surround mode, make sure the speaker setup has been set (refer to page 21). The configuration of the speakers are very important for the surround sound. Refer to “ Positioning speakers ?[...]

27 Input source signal format Analog PCM* 4 Dolby Digital* 5 dts MULTI CH* 6 Source software Tape, Record, CD, Audio DVD, Video DVD, LD, CD, LD, Video DVD Tuner Video DVD Digital satellite Video DVD Listening mode broadcast STEREO* 1 ●●●● PRO LOGIC II* 2 ●●● DOLBY D ● DTS ● ORCHESTRA* 3 ●● UNPLUGGED* 3 ●● ALL CH ST* 3 ●?[...]

28 To enjoy Surround mode Selecting Onkyo ’ s surround modes 1. Press an input selector button to select the desired sound source. 2. Press the DSP button repeatedly until the desired surround mode name appears. The selected mode appears in the display. Each time you press the button, the surround mode changes as follows: 3. Play the selected sou[...]

29 To record the input source signal you are currently watching or listening to Recording of video and/or audio signals can be performed on the components connected to the VIDEO 2 OUT and TAPE OUT (audio only) jacks. 1. Press an input selector button to select the input source to record. The input source is now selected and you may watch or listen [...]

30 Using remote contr oller CD operation buttons TAPE operation buttons R C - 4 4 3 S R E M O T E C O N T R O L L E R INPUT SELECTOR MODE SLEEP DIMMER DISPLAY CD TAPE PHONO TUNER D V D VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SUR MODE SW MODE AUDIO SEL TUNER PRESET STANDBY/ ON STANDBY/ ON DISC MUTING DVD CD TAPE VOLUME TOP MENU MENU CH SEL RETURN SET UP TEST TONE LEVEL ENT[...]

31 Using remote controller Controlling an Onkyo DVD player The z connector of the Onkyo DVD player must be connected to the TX-DS494 (refer to page 11). 1. Press the DVD MODE button. 2. Press the STANDBY/ON button to turn on the Onkyo DVD player. 3. Press the desired operation button. DVD operation buttons s : Starts playback of DVD. e : Stops play[...]

32 Pre-pr ogramming remote contr oller (Nor th American models onl y) R C - 4 4 4 M R E M O T E C O N T R O L L E R INPUT SELECTOR MODE SLEEP DIMMER DISPLAY CD TAPE PHONO TUNER D V D VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 SUR MODE SW MODE AUDIO SEL TUNER PRESET T V CABLE SATELLI T E VCR STANDBY/ ON STANDBY/ ON CH DISC MUTING DVD CD TAPE VOLUME TV/VC R TOP MENU MENU CH T [...]

33 CODE LIST Brand TV VCR CABLE DVD SAT ADMIRAL 01-03 01 ——— AIWA — 02 ——— AOC 04 ———— AUDIO DYNAMIC — 03, 04 ——— BELL & HOWELL 01, 02 05 ——— BROKSONIC 04 06, 07 ——— CANON — 08, 09 ——— CITIZEN — 10 ——— CRAIG 05-08 10 ——— CROSLEX 09 ———— CURTIS MATHIS 04, 08, 10 02, 09, 11 ?[...]

34 T r oubleshooting guide If a problem occurs while you are using the remote controller, first try to operate the controls on the front panel of the TX-DS494 to make sure that it is not due to a malfunction (or worn out batteries) in the remote controller. POWER No power. • Power cord is disconnected. ➞ Connect power cord (page 20). • There [...]

35 Troubleshooting guide FM/AM TUNER AM stations cannot be received. • AM loop antenna is not attached. ➞ Connect the included AM loop antenna to the AM antenna terminals (page 18). Buzzing noise on AM (particularly conspicuous at night or with weak stations). • Noise from electrical apparatus such as fluorescent lamp. ➞ Move the AM loop an[...]

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