Onkyo CS-245BT

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CD Receiver System
CS-245BT
CD Receiver (CR-245BT)
Speakers (D-T05)
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo CD Receiver System.
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 System.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Getting Started .......................... 2
Connections ............................ 13
Basic Operations .................... 16
Playing CDs ............................. 18
Playing Your
iPod/iPhone/iPad ..................... 21
Playing Back via
Bluetooth ................................. 22
Listening to the Radio ............ 23
Playing a
USB Flash Drive ...................... 25
Clock and Timer ...................... 25
Miscellaneous ......................... 28

Onkyo CS-245BT Specifications

General

Brand	Onkyo
Model	CS-245BT
Category	Car Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Guidelines

Numbered safety instructions for operating the equipment safely and preventing hazards.

CD Receiver Identification

Top and Front Panel Layout

Identification of buttons and ports on the top and front surfaces of the CD receiver.

Media Playback Guidelines

CD, MP3, and USB Playback

Instructions and precautions for playing CDs, MP3 discs, and USB flash drives.

System Connections

Speaker Wiring and Connection

Detailed instructions for connecting speakers, including polarity and terminal usage.

Basic Receiver Operations

Power, Standby, and Source Selection

Procedures for turning the unit on/off, setting standby modes, and selecting audio sources.

Volume, Muting, and Headphones

How to adjust volume, mute audio, and use the headphone jack.

CD Playback Control

Starting, Pausing, and Track Selection

Instructions for starting, stopping, pausing, and navigating tracks on CDs.

Viewing CD Information

MP3 CD Playback

MP3 File Navigation and Selection

MP3 Information Display

iPodiPhoneiPad Integration

USB Playback and Control

Connecting and playing music from Apple devices via USB, including playback controls.

Menu Navigation and Playlists

Bluetooth Audio Functionality

Bluetooth Device Pairing and Streaming

Steps to connect Bluetooth devices and stream audio.

Bluetooth Information and Standby

Radio Reception and Tuning

FM Station Tuning and Auto Presets

USB Flash Drive Playback

Connecting and Playing USB Files

Timer Programming Guide

Setting Automated Playback Timers

Programming the timer for scheduled playback of various sources like FM, CD, or iPod.

Timer and Sleep Functions

Timer Activation and Sleep Mode

iPod Alarm Playback Integration

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Power and Audio Problems

Solutions for issues related to power, sound output, and audio quality.

Headphone Output Troubleshooting

Resolving intermittent sound or no sound from the headphone jack.

Playback and Device Troubleshooting

CD and MP3 Playback Issues

Resolving problems with discs not playing, playback jumps, or MP3 file recognition.

iPodiPhoneiPad and Remote Control Issues

Addressing problems with iPod/iPhone/iPad connectivity, charging, and remote control.

Connectivity and Tuner Troubleshooting

Bluetooth, USB, and Tuner Problems

Resolving Bluetooth connection, USB playback, tuner reception, and remote control issues.

Advanced Troubleshooting and Resets

Timer, Clock, and System Reset