Onkyo TX-SV353

Contents
Before using
Important safeguards ........................ 2
Precautions ....................................... 3
Features............................................. 4
Supplied accessories......................... 4
Before operating this unit................. 5
Preparation
Connecting audio equipment............ 6
Connecting video equipment............ 7
Connecting speakers......................... 8
Positioning speakers......................... 9
Connecting the power....................... 9
Connecting antennas....................... 10
Operation
Listening to your favorite source.... 12
Tuning in a radio station................. 14
Using preset radio stations.............. 15
Selecting a Surround mode............. 16
Recording a source ......................... 19
Using TAPE (MONITOR) Button ... 20
Programming remote controller
codes............................................ 21
A few important notes
Troubleshooting guide.................... 24
Specifications ................................. 25
Control positions and names .......... 26
Remote controller RC-383M.......... 27
BALANCETREBLEBASS
SYSTEM
ON
OFF
SPEAKERS A
SPEAKERS B
PHONES
DOLBY SURROUND
PRO • LOGIC
AMFMTAPE(MONITOR)TV/AUX PHONO
/1VIDEO VDP
/2
VIDEO VCR
MAXMIN
AUDIO VIDEO CONTROL RECEIVER TX-SV353
LR
C D
MASTER VOLUME
STAND-BY
123
456
789
GROUP 0/10 SCAN
MEMORY FM MUTE / MODE
CLEAR
CENTER
MODE
SURROUND
MODE
DELAY TIME
TUNING DIRECT TUNINGDOWN UP
Audio Video Control Receiver
TX-SV353
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo Audio Video
Control 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 Audio Video Control
Receiver.
Please retain this manual for future reference.

Onkyo TX-SV353 Specifications

General

Power output	50 watts per channel (8 ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, 0.08% THD)
Frequency response	10 Hz - 100 kHz
Total harmonic distortion	0.08%
Dimensions	17.1 x 17.2 x 5.5 inches
Weight	30 lbs
Amplifier Type	Stereo
Channels	5.1
Tuning range	FM
Input sensitivity	200mV
Signal to noise ratio	100 dB
Speaker load impedance	8 ohms
Video Connections	composite
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	100 dB
Inputs	Phono
Outputs	Speaker outputs

Summary

Important safeguards

Precautions

Before operating this unit

Setting the voltage selector

Configures voltage for worldwide models, essential for initial setup.

Setting the AM tuning step frequency

Adjusts AM tuning steps for regional compatibility, crucial for radio reception.

Using the remote controller

Connecting speakers

Speaker Impedance

Guides on matching speaker impedance for optimal sound quality and unit protection.

Connecting speaker cables

Positioning speakers

Standard speaker placement

Recommends optimal speaker placement for surround sound effects.

Listening to your favorite source

Basic operations

Step-by-step guide to selecting a source and adjusting volume/tone.

Speaker selector

Adjusting the tone and balance

Tuning in a radio station

Manual tuning

Steps for manually selecting radio frequencies using tuning buttons.

Direct tuning

Tuning in an FM stereo radio station

Using preset radio stations

Setting a preset station

Guide to storing favorite radio stations into memory.

Selecting a preset station

How to recall stored radio stations using group and preset numbers.

Remote controller operation

Selecting a Surround mode

Adjusting the speaker volumes before enjoying Dolby Pro Logic Surround

Steps to balance speaker levels using the test tone for optimal surround sound.

Surround Mode

Explains different surround sound modes like Dolby Pro Logic and Hall.

Enjoying a Surround Mode

Steps to select surround modes and adjust volume for an immersive experience.

Test Tone

Delay Time

Center Mode

Recording a source

Recording an audio source

Instructions for recording audio from various sources onto a tape deck.

Video disc player (or video camcorder) to VCR recording

Guide for copying video from one device to a VCR.

Programming remote controller codes

Displays and switches

Leaning new controller codes

Steps to teach the remote new commands from other devices.

Reprogramming the buttons

Clearing all memorized codes

Troubleshooting guide