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General| Package depth | 560 mm |
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| Package width | 419 mm |
| Package height | 250 mm |
| Dimensions (WxDxH) | 435 x 149 x 340 mm |
| Power requirements | AC 220-230 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Impedance | 4 Ω |
| Dynamic range (1kHz) | 90 dB |
| Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) | 0.08 % |
| AM band range | 522 - 1611 kHz |
| FM band range | 87.5 - 108 MHz |
| Radio Data System (RDS) | Yes |
| Product color | Black |
| Power consumption (standby) | 0.3 W |
| Power consumption (typical) | 180 W |
Weight and Dimensions| Weight | 7500 g |
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Critical information regarding power connection, voltage selection, and cord safety before initial use.
FCC compliance information and user cautions specific to models sold in the United States.
Compliance information and specific cautions for models sold in Canada, including polarized plug safety.
Identification and description of controls and indicators on the receiver's front panel for various models.
Details the various input/output jacks and connectors on the rear of the receiver for system integration.
Explains the indicators and message area of the receiver's display for status and information.
Identifies and describes the functions of each button on the remote controller for operating the receiver.
Provides instructions on how to operate the receiver remotely, including sensor placement and range.
Guidelines for connecting speakers, including impedance requirements and polarity to prevent damage.
Step-by-step instructions for properly stripping and connecting speaker cables to the receiver terminals.
Instructions for attaching the supplied indoor FM antenna for optimal reception.
Instructions for assembling and connecting the AM loop antenna for radio reception.
Guidance on connecting a commercially available outdoor FM antenna for improved reception.
Guidance on connecting a commercially available outdoor AM antenna for improved reception.
Advice on using a splitter if the same antenna is needed for both FM and TV reception.
General advice and precautions before connecting audio/video components to the receiver.
Explains the standard color coding for audio cables (red for right, white for left).
How to connect a turntable, including ground wire and MC cartridge considerations.
Instructions for connecting a CD player using analog audio cables to the receiver's CD input.
How to connect cassette decks, MD recorders, or CD recorders for recording and monitoring.
Instructions for connecting a DVD player's audio output to the receiver.
How to connect an RI Dock for integrated control and playback of iPods.
How to connect components like TVs or VCRs using analog audio outputs.
How to connect other Onkyo RI-compatible components for system control and auto functions.
How to use the receiver's switched AC outlets to power other components.
Instructions for connecting the receiver's own power cord to a wall outlet.
How to turn the receiver on from standby and put it back into standby mode.
Procedure to rename input sources, like changing TAPE 1 to "HDD" for RI Dock use.
How to temporarily mute the audio output using the remote controller's MUTING button.
Instructions for connecting headphones to the front panel PHONES jack for private listening.
How to adjust the receiver's display brightness using the DIMMER button.
How to set the receiver to automatically turn off after a specified period.
How to adjust bass, treble, and speaker balance for desired sound output.
Steps to record audio signals from selected sources to a component with recording capability.
How to monitor audio while recording using the TAPE 2 MONITOR function.
How to set the AM tuning frequency step (10 kHz or 9 kHz) according to region.
Basic steps to select AM or FM bands and tune into stations.
How to select stored radio stations using preset numbers.
Steps to store favorite radio stations as presets for quick access.
How to remove stored radio presets from memory.
Explains how to use Radio Data System features like PS, RT, PTY, and TP on European models.
How to view text information broadcast by RDS-enabled radio stations.
How to search for radio stations based on program type (e.g., news, rock).
How to find stations broadcasting traffic information and how to search for TP stations.
How to assign custom names (up to 8 characters) to preset radio stations.
How to use an external IR receiver to control the unit when it's out of the remote's line of sight.
How to use an IR emitter to control other components remotely when they are not directly visible.
Solutions for issues like the receiver not turning on or the standby indicator flashing.
Troubleshooting steps for no sound, quiet sound, or noise issues.
Solutions for noisy reception, poor stereo FM, or missing FM STEREO indicator.
Steps to resolve issues where the remote controller is not working or cannot control other components.
Troubleshooting tips for problems related to recording audio signals.
Solutions for RI function issues, receiver lock-ups, and memory backup behavior.
