Onkyo TX-DS484

AV Receiver
TX-DS484
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making
connections and turning on the power.
Following the instructions in this manual will enable
you to obtain optimum performance and listening
enjoyment from your new AV Receiver.
Please retain this manual for future reference.
Contents
Before using
Important Safeguards........................ 2
Precautions ....................................... 3
Features............................................. 4
Supplied accessories......................... 4
Before operating this unit................. 5
Preparation
Audio equipment connections.......... 6
Video equipment connections .......... 7
Connecting other devices ................. 8
Connecting speakers....................... 10
Positioning speakers....................... 11
Connecting the power..................... 11
Making antenna connections.......... 12
Operation
Speaker setup.................................. 14
Selecting a sound source ................ 17
To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo
mode ............................................ 20
Tuning in a radio station................. 23
Using preset radio stations.............. 24
Recording a source ......................... 25
Appendix
Troubleshooting guide.................... 27
Specifications ................................. 28
Control guide
Control positions and names .......... 29
Remote controller RC-427S ........... 30
Using the remote controller............ 31

Onkyo TX-DS484 Specifications

General

Brand	Onkyo
Model	TX-DS484
Category	Receiver
Language	English

Summary

Important Safeguards

Precautions

Audio equipment connections

Video equipment connections

Connecting speakers

Connecting the speaker cable

Positioning speakers

Standard speaker placement

Recommended placement for front, center, and surround speakers for optimal sound.

Connecting the power

Speaker setup

Subwoofer and Front Speaker Setup

Configure subwoofer presence and front speaker size (Large/Small).

Center Speaker Setup

Set the size (Large/Small/None) and distance for the center speaker.

Surround Speaker Setup

Set the size (Large/Small/None) and distance for surround speakers.

Speaker Distance Settings

Adjust distance parameters for front, center, and surround speakers.

LFE Level Adjustment

Power On Volume Setting

Test Tone Adjustment

Use test tones to balance speaker levels for optimal listening experience.

Selecting a sound source

Choosing Input Sources

Select the desired audio/video source from connected devices.

Adjusting Audio Settings

Multi-channel Input Configuration

Adjust individual speaker levels for multi-channel audio sources.

Digital and Analog Input Switching

To enjoy Surround mode or Stereo mode

Surround Mode Selection

Choose from various surround sound modes for immersive audio.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC Mode

Utilize Dolby Pro Logic for enhanced center channel and surround effects.

Late Night Mode Function

Reduce dynamic range for comfortable listening at low volumes at night.

DOLBY DIGITAL and DTS Surround

Understand and use Dolby Digital and DTS surround sound formats.

Onkyos Surround Modes (Orchestra, Unplugged, 5 CH Stereo)

Explore Onkyo's proprietary surround modes for specific audio types.

LFE Level Attenuation

Setting the Input Signal Format

Specify input signal format (Auto, Digital, Analog) for various sources.

Tuning in a radio station

Manual Tuning

Listening to a stereo radio station (FM mode)

Troubleshooting guide

Control positions and names

Front panel controls

Display indicators

Remote controller RC-427 S