Onkyo CR-715

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CD Receiver
CR-715
CR-715DAB
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo CD Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
any connections and plugging it in.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new CD Receiver.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Contents
Getting Started .......................... 2
Connections ............................ 14
Basic Operation ...................... 25
Playing a Disc.......................... 28
Listening to the Radio ........... 36
Clock and Timer ...................... 47
Miscellaneous ......................... 54
Troubleshooting................................ 54
If you can’t resolve an issue, try reset-
ting the CD receiver by holding down
the [ ] button and pressing the
[STANDBY/ON] button.

Onkyo CR-715 Specifications

General

Tuner	FM/AM
CD Player	Yes
Bluetooth	No
USB Port	No
Dimensions	215 x 119 x 333 mm
Weight	4.6 kg
Signal to Noise Ratio	80 dB

Summary

Safety and Precautions

General Safety Warnings

Covers essential warnings regarding fire, electric shock, and safe operation.

Important Safety Instructions

Essential guidelines for safe operation, installation, and maintenance.

Product Features and Safety

Laser Safety Information

Details on the Class 1 Laser Product classification and safety warnings.

Key Product Features

Highlights key features of the amplifier, CD player, and tuner sections.

Understanding the CD Receiver

Front Panel Controls

Identification and function of buttons and indicators on the front panel.

Receiver Display

Front Panel Display Indicators

Explanation of various indicators and symbols shown on the CD receiver's display.

Component Connectivity

Rear Panel Connections

Diagram and description of all rear panel input and output jacks.

Remote Control

Remote Control Button Functions

Detailed overview of the remote control buttons and their functions.

Speaker Connection

Connecting Speaker Terminals

Detailed instructions for connecting speakers to the receiver's terminals.

Connecting Audio Recorders

Connecting an Onkyo Cassette Deck

Diagram and steps for connecting an Onkyo cassette deck via analog and RI cables.

Connecting an Onkyo MD Recorder

Diagram and steps for connecting an Onkyo MD recorder via analog and RI cables.

Connecting an Onkyo CD Recorder

Diagram and steps for connecting an Onkyo CD recorder via analog and RI cables.

Connecting Digital Sources

Connecting Digital Audio Output Devices (CR-715 DAB)

Guide for connecting devices with optical digital outputs (CR-715DAB only).

First Time Setup

Setting the Clock with AccuClock

How to use the AccuClock function for automatic time setting via RDS.

Playing CDs

Loading and Playing CDs

Step-by-step guide to insert, play, stop, pause, and eject CDs.

Listening to the Radio

Tuning into FM Radio Stations

Guide to tuning FM stations using Auto or Manual modes.

DAB Digital Radio Operation

Initial DAB Station Scan

First-time scan for available DAB stations using the Auto Tuning function.

Radio Presets

Automatic FM Station Presets (Auto Preset)

Automatically scans and stores available FM stations into presets.

Manual Radio Presets

Presetting FMDAB Stations Manually

Manually storing specific FM or DAB stations to preset numbers.

Clock Setting Methods

Setting Clock via Specific FM Station (AccuClock)

Using an RDS-enabled FM station for accurate clock synchronization.

Manual Clock Adjustment

Setting the Clock Manually

Manually setting the clock time and day, with 12/24 hour format options.

Programming Timers

Setting Playback or Recording Timers

Step-by-step guide to program timers for automated playback or recording.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Audio Problems

Solutions for issues like the receiver not turning on or sound problems.

Troubleshooting Playback and Reception

CD Playback and Tuner Reception Issues

Fixing problems with CD playback, tuner reception, and RDS functionality.

Troubleshooting Connectivity and Timers

Connected Component Audio and Timer Malfunctions

Resolving issues with sound from connected components and timer operation.