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Onkyo TX-SR501E User Manual

Onkyo TX-SR501E
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AV Receiver
TX-SR501
TX-SR501E
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver.
Please read this manual thoroughly before making con-
nections and plugging in the unit.
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
Introduction
Important Safeguards................................................2
Precautions................................................................3
Supplied Accessories................................................4
Features.....................................................................4
Before Using the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E ...............5
Controls & Connectors.............................................6
Connections
Connecting Your AV Components.........................10
Connecting -compatible AV Components........19
Installing Your Speakers ........................................20
Connecting Antenna ...............................................22
Setup
Powering Up & Setting Up the TX-SR501/
TX-SR501E.........................................................24
Important—First Time Setup..............................24
Configuring Speaker Set A.....................................26
Operation
Playing Your AV Components...............................28
Using the Tuner ......................................................30
Common Functions.................................................32
Using the Listening Modes.....................................34
Audio Adjust Functions..........................................37
Recording................................................................39
Remote Controller
Using the Remote Controller RC-479S with Your
Other AV Components........................................40
Using the Remote Controller RC-518M with Your
Other AV Components........................................41
Appendix
Troubleshooting......................................................45
Specifications..........................................................48

Questions and Answers:

Onkyo TX-SR501E Specifications

Amplifier Section IconAmplifier Section
Continuous Average Power output (FTC)65 watts per channel at 8 Ω
Continuous Power output (DIN)85 watts × 2 at 6 Ω
Maximum Power output (EIAJ)115 watts × 2 at 6 Ω
Dynamic power output160 watts × 2 at 3 Ω
Damping Factor60 at 8 Ω
Input and Output Impedance IconInput and Output Impedance
DIGITAL INPUT (OPTICAL 1, 2)0.5 Vp-p, 75 Ω
DIGITAL INPUT (COAXIAL)0.5 Vp-p, 75 Ω
LINE (CD, VIDEO 1, 2, 3, TAPE)200 mV, 47 kΩ
Tuner Section FM IconTuner Section FM
FM Tuning Range87.50-108.00 MHz
Usable Sensitivity Mono11.2 dBf, 1.0 µV
Usable Sensitivity Stereo17.2 dBf, 2.0 µV
Tuner Section AM IconTuner Section AM
AM Tuning Range North American530-1, 710 kHz (10 kHz steps)
AM Tuning Range European & Australian522-1, 611 kHz (9 kHz steps)
Usable Sensitivity30 µV
General Specifications IconGeneral Specifications
Power Supply North AmericanAC 120 V, 60 Hz 4.6 A
Power Supply EuropeanAC 230-240 V, 50 Hz 370 W
Dimensions (W × H × D)435 × 150 × 376 mm
Weight IconWeight
Weight North American19.6 lbs., 8.9 kg
Weight European21.6 lbs., 9.8 kg
Weight Other21.8 lbs., 9.9 kg

Summary

Important Safeguards

Precautions

For British Models

Describes precautions for AC plug replacement and mounting specific to British models.

For European Models

Provides the Declaration of Conformity for European models.

For U.S. Models

Includes FCC information and compliance statements for U.S. models.

For Canadian Models

States compliance with Canadian digital apparatus standards.

Supplied Accessories

Features

Amp

Details the amplifier specifications, including power output and WRAT technology.

Audio/Video

Lists audio and video processing capabilities like Dolby Digital and DSP.

FM/AM Tuner

Describes the tuner features, including presets and RDS support.

Before Using the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E

Setting the Voltage Selector

Instructions for setting the voltage selector for worldwide compatibility.

Installing the Batteries

Step-by-step guide for inserting batteries into the remote controller.

Using the Remote Controller

Guidance on aiming the remote controller and potential operational issues.

Controls & Connectors

Front Panel

Identifies and describes the controls and indicators on the front panel.

Display

Rear Panel

Remote Controller—RCVR Mode

RC-518M (North American Model)

Details the functions of the RC-518M remote for RCVR mode.

RC-479S (Other Models)

Details the functions of the RC-479S remote for RCVR mode.

Connecting Your AV Components

Before Making Any Connections

General advice before connecting AV components.

Optical Digital Inputs

Explains the optical digital connectors and their shutter covers.

RCA/phono AV Connection Color Coding

Describes the standard color coding for RCA/phono audio and video connections.

Connecting Your TV or Projector

Using Composite Video

How to connect a TV or projector using composite video cables.

Using S-Video

How to connect a TV or projector using S-Video cables.

Using Component Video

How to connect a TV or projector using component video cables.

Connecting a DVD player

Video Connections

Describes video connection options for a DVD player.

Using Composite Video

Connecting a DVD player via composite video.

Using S-Video

Connecting a DVD player via S-Video.

Using Component Video

Connecting a DVD player via component video.

Audio Connections

Using Optical or Coaxial Connections

Connecting audio sources using optical or coaxial digital cables.

Using Multi-channel Connections

Connecting AV components with 5.1 surround analog outputs.

Using Analog Connections

Connecting audio sources using analog RCA/phono cables.

Connecting a VCR for Playback

Video Connections

Describes video connections for VCR playback.

Audio Connections

Describes audio connections for VCR playback.

Connecting a D-VHS Recorder

Video connections

Describes video connections for a D-VHS recorder.

Audio connections

Describes audio connections for a D-VHS recorder.

Connecting a VCR for Recording

Connecting a Camcorder, Games Console, etc.

Video Connections

Describes video connections for camcorders or game consoles.

Audio Connections

Describes audio connections for camcorders or game consoles.

Connecting a Satellite/Cable Tuner, LD player, etc.

Video Connections

Describes video connections for satellite/cable tuners or LD players.

Audio Connections

Describes audio connections for satellite/cable tuners or LD players.

Connecting a CD Player

Using Coaxial or Optical Connections

Connecting a CD player using digital audio connections.

Using Analog Connections

Connecting a CD player using analog audio connections.

Connecting a Turntable

Turntable with a Built-in Phono Preamp

Connecting a turntable with an integrated phono preamp.

Turntable without a Built-in Phono Preamp

Connecting a turntable requiring an external phono preamp.

Connecting RI-compatible AV Components

Auto Power On

Automatically turns on the receiver when an RI component is activated.

Auto Source Select

Automatically selects the input source when an RI component is played.

Auto Power Off

Automatically sets connected RI components to standby when the receiver is turned off.

Connecting RI-compatible Components

Instructions for connecting Onkyo components using RI cables.

Installing Your Speakers

Positioning Your Speakers

Guidance on optimal speaker placement for surround sound.

Surround Speakers

Recommendations for positioning surround and surround-back speakers.

Subwoofer

Advice on placement for the subwoofer to achieve the best bass performance.

Attaching the Supplied Speaker Labels

Explains how to use the provided labels for speaker cable polarity.

Connecting Your Speakers

Connecting Speaker Set A

Detailed steps for connecting speaker set A terminals.

Connecting Speaker Set B

Detailed steps for connecting speaker set B terminals.

Connecting Antenna

Connecting the AM Loop Antenna

Instructions for assembling and connecting the AM loop antenna.

Connecting the Indoor FM Antenna

Instructions for connecting the supplied indoor FM antenna.

Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna

Using the 75/300-ohm Antenna Adapter

How to use the adapter for connecting FM antennas with different cable types.

Connecting 300-ohm Flat Cable

Steps for connecting 300-ohm flat cable to the antenna adapter.

Connecting 75-ohm Coaxial Cable

Steps for preparing and connecting 75-ohm coaxial cable.

Using a TV/FM Antenna Splitter

Guidance on using a splitter for simultaneous TV and FM reception.

Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna

Powering Up & Setting Up the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E

Important—First Time Setup

Basic setup steps required after initial power-on.

Powering Up the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E

Instructions on how to safely power on the AV receiver.

Assigning Digital Inputs to Input Sources

How to assign digital audio sources to specific inputs.

Specifying the Number of Speakers

Setting the Subwoofer Mode

Configuring Speaker Set A

Setting the Crossover Frequency

Adjusting the crossover frequency based on speaker size for optimal bass.

Specifying Speaker Distances

Setting speaker distances for precise soundstage timing.

Adjusting Individual Speaker Volume

Playing Your AV Components

Selecting the Source AV Component

How to choose the AV component you want to listen to.

Setting the Input Signal Format

Choosing between analog and digital signal formats for inputs.

Using the Multi-Channel Inputs

Enabling the Tone Controls

Using the Tuner

Tuning into Radio Stations

Instructions for selecting AM/FM bands and tuning into stations.

Setting the AM Tuning Interval

How to adjust the AM tuning interval for different countries.

Tuning into weak FM stations

Using RDS (European models only)

Selecting Preset Stations

Presetting Radio Stations

Deleting Presets

Common Functions

Setting the Display Brightness

How to adjust the brightness of the receiver's display.

Displaying Source Information

How to view information about the currently selected input source.

Turning Speaker Sets On & Off

Instructions for activating or deactivating speaker sets A and B.

Muting the TX-SR501/TX-SR501E

Adjusting the Speaker Balance Temporarily

Using the Sleep Timer

Using Headphones

Using the Listening Modes

About the Listening Modes

Overview of available listening modes and their source format dependencies.

Basic Modes

Direct

Direct audio path mode with minimal processing.

Stereo

Standard stereo sound output for music sources.

Surround Modes

Pro Logic II Movie

Dolby Pro Logic II Movie mode for 5.1 surround sound.

Pro Logic II Music

Dolby Pro Logic II Music mode for stereo sources.

DTS Neo:6 Cinema

DTS Neo:6 Cinema mode for surround sound in movies.

Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital decoding for up to 5.1 channel surround sound.

DTS

DTS decoding for up to 5.1 channel surround sound.

DTS-ES

DTS-ES decoding for up to 6.1 channel surround sound.

DSP Modes

Orchestra

DSP mode simulating a concert hall for classical music.

Unplugged

DSP mode for acoustic music, creating a front stereo image.

Selecting the Listening Modes

Audio Adjust Functions

Using the Audio Adjust Functions

How to use audio adjustment functions for speaker set A.

Bass

Treble

Late Night (Dolby Digital)

Cinema Filter

Center Image (DTS Neo:6 Music)

Panorama (Pro Logic II Music)

Dimension (Pro Logic II Music)

Center Width (Pro Logic II Music)

Recording

Recording the Input Source

How to record the selected input source to an AV component.

Recording from Different AV Sources

Recording audio and video from two different sources simultaneously.

Using the Remote Controller RC-479S with Your Other AV Components

Using the RC-479S

Guide on using the RC-479S remote to control other AV components.

Using the Remote Controller RC-518M with Your Other AV Components

RC-518M (North America only)

Overview of the RC-518M remote for controlling other AV components.

Entering the Manufacturer's Code

Instructions for entering manufacturer codes to control other devices.

Using the RC-518M

VCR mode

TV mode

Cable mode

Satellite mode

Troubleshooting

Amp

Troubleshooting common issues related to the amplifier section.

Remote controller

Troubleshooting common problems with the remote controller.

Amp

Remote controller

Recording

Tuner

Others

Specifications

AMPLIFIER SECTION

Detailed technical specifications for the amplifier.

TUNER SECTION

Detailed technical specifications for the FM and AM tuner.

AM

Technical specifications related to the AM tuner section.

GENERAL

General specifications including power supply, dimensions, and weight.

REMOTE CONTROL

Specifications for the remote control transmitter.

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