Onkyo TX-108

here in digital form when the unit is in the tuner mode.
Note that even though the frequency display remains
lit when the PHONO, CD, TAPE-1, TAPE-2,
VCR-1/VDP or VCR-2 input selector is pressed, re-
ception is not possible. To return to the tuner mode,
the TUNER input selector must be pressed.
Stereo Indicator (STEREO)
This indicator lights when an FM stereo broadcast Is
being received. It does not light when the mode switch
is inthe MONO position or when a weak FM stereo
broadcast is being received.
Signal Strength Indicator (SIGNAL STRENGTH)
33° Remote Control Sensor
Speaker Selector (SPEAKERS)
This untt can drive two pairs of speakers tn pairs (A
or B) or fours (A + B).
OFF: All speakers off-only headphones are oper-
ating.
A: Speakers A operating.
B: Speakers B operating.
A+B: Both A and B pairs of speakers operating.
| Headphone Jack (PHONES)
Stereo headphones with a standard binaural plug can
be connected here.
NOTE:
A soft beep is heard to confirm when the system power
[1], FM/AM selector [28], FM/AM preset station key
[26], tuning selector [21], input selector [8] (including
tape-2/monitor) and alternate audio keys have been
used.
Remote Control Transmitter Controls
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The RC-108X remote control transmitter included with
this unit controls not only the amplifier and tuner
functions of the TX-108/88, but also major functions
of the cassette deck (only tape 1) and turntable con-
nected to the TX-108/88).
The RC-108X remote controller can also control an
Onkyo compact disc player.
The remote controller also has a switch that turns power
on and off to the AC outlets on the rear panel of the
TX-108/88. A beep is heard from the main unit when
the power key, an input selector key or a tuner operation
key is pressed.
If the main power switch [2] is not ON, remote control
operation is not possible.
Power Key
This key has the same function as that of the system
power switch |1]. Remember that the main power
switch [2] must be on before this key can be used.
Audio Muting Key
The key has the same function as that of the audio
muting switch [13]. Use to quickly lower the volume
level.
Volume Key (DOWN-UP)
This key has the same function as that of the volume
control (241. The volume tevel can be adjusted by
pressing the UP or DOWN key, with the volume control
knob rotating simultaneously.
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Input Selector Keys
These keys have the same function as that of the input
selector keys [8]. Use them to select the audio or video
source to be used.
Tape Monitor Keys (TAPE-2)
This key has the same functton as that of the Tape
Monitor switch (TAPE-2 MONITOR) [7].
Tuner Operation Key
This key is used to recali stations in the TX-108/88 tuner
memory. Press the UP side of the key to recall the station
in the next higher memory channel and the DOWN side
to recall the next lower memory channel. If either key
is held down for more than one second, each memory
channel in ascending or descending order will be re-
called for about five seconds (auto preset scan). To
stop auto memory scan at a particular station, press
the UP or DOWN tuner key one more time. Refer to
the remote control section of the front pane! facilities
section. The tuner operation key can be used only
when the TUNER input selector key [8] has been
pressed.
_ Phono Operation Key (PLAY/REJECT)
This key is used to operate the turntable connected to
the rear panel phono jacks. Compatible Onkyo turnt-
ables are listed in the turntable section of the con-
nections explanation. Consult your Onkyo dealer for
further details. The phono operation key can be used
only when the PHONO input selector key /8] has been
pressed. Each time the phono operation key is pressed,
the remote controller alternately emits the play or reject
command. Refer to the turntable instruction manual
for additional instructions on operating the turntable.
NOTE:
Before starting record play using remote control, confirm
that there is a record on the platter. If there is no record,
the stylus will be towered to the platter, resulting in
serious damage to the stylus.
43° Tape-1 Operation Keys (TAPE-1 OPERATE)
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These keys are used to operate the tape deck connected
to the rear panel tape 1 jacks. Compatible Onkyo cas-
sette decks are listed in the tape deck section of the
connections explanation. Consult your Onkyo dealer
for further details.
[| PAUSE: Press to activate the pause mode.
> PLAY: Press to begin playback.
@ REC: While hold this key down, press the play
key to start recording.
Recording is not started when the rec
key alone Is pressed.
m@ STOP: Press to stop recording, playback, rewind
or fast forward.
“44 REW: Press to rewind a tape.
er FF: Press to rapidly wind a tape forward.
Refer to the cassette deck instruction manual for ad-
ditional instructions on operating the deck.
CD Operation Key (CD OPERATE)
The TX-108/88 does not have a lead wire for CD player
remote control operation. By pressing this key, the CD
player can be directly controlled. Without using the
CD player's supplied remote controiler, the RC-108X
remote controlier for the TX-108/88 can control the
CD player, and the tape deck or turntable connected
to it. This applies only to Onkyo CD players.