Onkyo TX-26 User Manual

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Onkyo TX-26 Specifications

Summary

Safety Warnings

Fire and Shock Hazard Warning

Crucial warning to prevent fire or shock by avoiding rain or moisture exposure.

Electrical Shock Caution

Warning to reduce electric shock risk by not removing the cover; servicing by qualified personnel only.

For Safety

General Safety Instructions

Detailed safety guidelines covering usage, location, cleaning, and maintenance precautions.

Antenna Grounding Guidance

Illustrates proper antenna grounding as per National Electrical Code for surge protection.

Fuse Safety and Servicing

Information on inaccessible AC and speaker fuses, referring servicing to qualified personnel.

Memory Preservation System

Details the unit's battery-free memory backup system and its operational requirements.

Troubleshooting Guide

Common Issues and Solutions

Guide to resolving common operational problems, covering power, sound, noise, and tuning issues.

Front Panel Controls and Indicators

Power Switch

Button to turn the unit on and off.

Tuning Switches and Selector

Controls for manual and automatic tuning of radio stations.

Preset Tuning Keys

Keys for storing and recalling radio stations in memory.

Tape Monitor Controls

Switches for operating tape decks, allowing recording and playback.

Input Selector

Switch to select the audio input source (e.g., PHONO, TUNER).

Tone Controls

Adjustments for bass and treble frequencies to shape the sound output.

Subsonic Filter

Filter to eliminate low-frequency noise below 15Hz, specific to TX-36.

Additional Front Panel Features

Loudness and Volume Controls

Controls to adjust sound loudness and overall volume level.

FM/AM Band Selection

Switches to select between FM and AM radio bands.

Memory and Display Indicators

Indicators for memory storage, frequency display, and stereo reception.

Speaker and Headphone Connections

Selectors for speaker output and a jack for connecting headphones.

Low Frequency Enhancer

Switch for boosting low frequencies, designed for low volume levels.

System Connections and Operations

AC Outlet Usage

Information on switched and unswitched AC outlets and their capacities.

FM and AM Antenna Setup

Guidance on connecting and positioning FM and AM antennas for optimal reception.

Speaker Connection Guidelines

Instructions on proper speaker wiring polarity and impedance for optimal performance.

Turntable Grounding

Instruction to connect the turntable ground wire to prevent hum.

FM Reception Modes

Instructions for manual and automatic FM reception, including stereo indicators.

AM Reception Modes

Instructions for manual and automatic AM reception.

Memory and Recording Operations

Memory Function

Procedure for storing and recalling up to 16 FM/AM stations in memory.

Phonograph Record Playback

Steps for connecting and playing back phonograph records.

Tape Playback

Instructions for connecting and playing audio from a tape deck.

Tape Recording Operations

Guidance on recording radio programs or phonograph records onto tape.

APR System

Explanation of the Automatic Precision Reception system for optimal tuning.

Specifications

Amplifier Section Specifications

Technical details for power output, distortion, sensitivity, and tone controls.

Tuner Section Specifications

Technical details for FM/AM reception, sensitivity, selectivity, and separation.

General Specifications

Details on power supply, semiconductors, dimensions, and weight.