Onkyo TX-SR674E, TX-SR8467 Listening to the Radio, Using the Tuner, Tuning into Radio Stations

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Listening to the Radio

Using the Tuner

With the built-in tuner you can enjoy AM and FM radio stations. You can store your favorite stations as presets for quick selection.

Listening to the Radio

TUNERUse the [TUNER] input selector button to select either AM or FM.

In this example, FM has been selected. Each time you press the [TUNER] but- ton, the input source changes between AM and FM.

Band Frequency

(Actual display depends on country)

Tuning into Radio Stations

Manual Tuning Mode

Press the [TUNING MODE] button

1

TUNING

so that the AUTO indicator disap-

MODE

 

 

 

 

pears from the display.

2TUNING

 

Press and hold the TUNING Up or

PRESET

Down [ ]/[ ] button.

 

 

 

 

The frequency stops changing when

 

 

you release the button.

 

 

Press the buttons repeatedly to change

 

 

the frequency one step at a time.

The North American models change FM frequency in

0.2MHz steps, 10 kHz steps for AM. For other models it’s 0.05 MHz steps for FM and 9 kHz steps for AM. In Manual Tuning mode, FM stations will be in mono.

Tuning into weak FM stereo stations

If the signal from a stereo FM station is weak, it may be impossible to get good reception. In this case, switch to Manual Tuning mode and listen to the station in mono.

1

2

Auto Tuning Mode

1

TUNING

Press the [TUNING MODE] button

 

MODE

so that the AUTO indicator

 

 

appears on the display.

 

 

 

2

 

Press the TUNING Up or Down

TUNING PRESET

[ ]/[ ] button.

Searching stops when a station is found.

When tuned into a station, the TUNED indicator appears. When tuned into a stereo FM station, the FM STEREO indicator appears on the display, as shown.

TUNED AUTO

FM STEREO

Tuning into Stations by Frequency

You can tune into AM and FM stations directly by enter- ing the appropriate frequency.

1 RECEIVER

Press the [RECEIVER] button,

 

followed by the [D TUN] button.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

D TUN

(Actual display depends on country.)

 

The [RECEIVER] button flashes.

 

 

 

 

2

Within 8 seconds, use the num-

 

 

ber buttons to enter the fre-

 

quency of the radio station.

 

For example, to tune to 87.5 (FM),

 

press 8, 7, 5.

 

Note: While the [RECEIVER] button is

 

flashing, the input source cannot be

 

changed by using the remote controller.

 

 

 

 

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Contents TX-SR604/604E TX-SR8460 TX-SR674/674E TX-SR8467 Important Safety Instructions AvisPrecautions PowerFor models having a power cord with a polarized plug FCC Information for UserSupplied Accessories PrecautionsMake sure you have the following accessories Speaker cable labels Power-plug adapterTX-SR674/674E and TX-SR8467 Only FeaturesTX-SR604/604E and TX-SR8460 Only Table of Contents Front & Rear Panels Front PanelFront & Rear Panels Display Rear Panel Digital Optical in 1, 2, 3 and OUTXM antenna on North American models Hdmi in 1, 2, and OUTZone 2 Line OUT Installing the Batteries Remote ControllerAiming the Remote Controller Using the Remote Controller Remote ControllerRECEIVER/TAPE Mode Remote Mode buttons Buttons used when the Tuner input is selectedButtons used when the Tape input is selected Zone 2 buttonDVD Mode CD/MD/CDR/HDD Mode To select the input source, pressDISC/ALBUM +/- button Arrow / and Enter buttonsAbout Home Theater Enjoying Home TheaterConnecting the AV Receiver About AV ConnectionsOptical Digital Jacks AV Connection Color CodingConnecting the AV Receiver Connecting Your SpeakersSpeaker Connection Precautions Connecting the Speaker CablesRead the following before connecting your speakers Strip about 5/8 15 mmConnecting Antenna Connecting the Indoor FM AntennaConnecting the AM Loop Antenna Attach the FM antenna, as shown North American modelsConnecting an Outdoor AM Antenna Connecting an Outdoor FM AntennaUsing a TV/FM Antenna Splitter Connecting Both Audio & Video Which Connections Should I Use?Video Connection Formats Audio Connection FormatsConnecting Your TV or Projector Video ConnectionAudio Connection HintConnecting a DVD Player Hooking Up the Multichannel DVD Input DVD playerConnecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Playback DVD recorderConnecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Recording Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc Connecting a Camcorder, Games Console, or Other Device Connecting Components with Hdmi About HdmiSupported Audio Formats About Copyright ProtectionVideo Signal Flow Chart Audio Signal Flow ChartMaking Hdmi Connections TX-SR604/604E, TX-SR8460Connecting a CD Player or Turntable CD Player or Turntable MM with Built-in Phono Preamp StepConnecting a HDD-compatible Component Connect your HDD-compatible component’s analogAudio output jacks and video output jack to the AV Receiver’s Video 3 in L/R jacks and Video 3 JacksConnecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder Connecting Onkyo Components Connecting the Power Cord of Another ComponentAuto Power On/Standby Remote ControlConnecting the Power Cord Do the automatic speaker setup-this is essentialTurning On the AV Receiver Turning On and StandbyAutomatic Speaker Setup Audyssey2EQ First Time SetupMeasurement Points Connect the setup microphone to the Setup MIC jack First Time SetupPress Enter When the calculations are com Disconnect the speaker setupFollowing screen appears Plete, the following screenError Messages Speaker Detect ErrorsReviewing the Results Ambient noise is too highUsing a Powered Subwoofer Changing the Speaker Settings ManuallyPress the Return button to return to the previous menu Submenus About the Onscreen Setup MenusMain menu Digital Input Hdmi Video Setup Video InputSetup menu closes Component Video SetupMain menu appears onscreen Changing the Input Display Minimum Speaker Impedance not North American modelsTV Format Setup Not North American models AM Frequency Step Setup on some modelsHardware Setup menu appears You must specify the TV system used in your areaBasic Operations Selecting the Input SourceStart playback on the source component Video OUT, Hdmi OUT or Monitor OUTUsing the Multichannel DVD Input Adjusting the Bass & TrebleBasic Operations Displaying Source InformationUsing the Sleep Timer Setting the Display BrightnessUsing Headphones Muting the AV ReceiverUsing the Tuner Tuning into Radio StationsListening to the Radio Listening to the RadioPresetting AM/FM Stations XM Channels Selecting PresetsDeleting Presets Listening to the RadioWhat is RDS? Using RDS European models onlyRDS Program Types PTY Listening to Traffic News TP Displaying Radio Text RTFinding Stations by Type PTY Connecting the XM Passport System Listening to XM Satellite Radio North American models onlyImportant XM Radio Information About XM RadioSigning Up for XM Satellite Radio Setting the Satellite Radio ModeSelecting XM Satellite Radio Channel Search mode select any channel Selecting XM Radio ChannelsThere are three ways to select XM radio channels Receiver button flashesDisplaying XM Radio Information TER signal strength bar is as XM Radio MessagesPositioning the XM Passport System Long as possibleUsing the Listening Modes Selecting with the Remote ControllerSelecting Listening Modes Selecting on the AV ReceiverUsing the Listening Modes PCMAbout the Listening Modes Use this mode with any stereo movie e.g., TV, DVD, VHS Onkyo Original DSP ModesAV Recording RecordingRecording Separate AV Sources Using the CinemaFILTER Using the Late Night Function Dolby Digital onlyAdjusting Individual Speaker Levels Advanced OperationsSpeaker Setup Advanced SetupSpeaker Config menu appears Low-Pass Filter for the LFE Channel Advanced SetupDouble Bass Speaker Distance Tance, and then press EnterSpeaker Distance menu appears Buttons to select 2. Speaker DisRepeat until the volume Speaker Level CalibrationTest tone from each speaker Is the sameEqualizer Setting Settings, and then pressEqualizer Settings menu appears Buttons to select 4. EqualizerMultichannel DVD Input Settings Audio Adjust FunctionsWhen you’ve finished, press SW Input SensitivityInput Channel Settings PL IIx Music Mode SettingsNeo6 Music Mode Setting Dolby Digital EX Input Signal SettingTons on the remote controller to Assigning Listening Modes to Input SourcesUse the Input Selector but Select the input source that youIntelliVolume Volume Setup/OSD SetupUse the Up and Down Buttons to select a. IntelliVolume Lowed by the Setup button. The main menu appears onscreenChanging the AV Receiver’s ID Hdmi Audio OutLock Setup Digital Input Signal FormatsPress and hold the AV receiver’s Digi TAL Input button for about 3 secondsChanging the Remote Controller’s ID Correcting Sound and Picture SyncPress the Receiver and the Cine Fltr at the same timeConnecting Zone Using a Receiver/Integrated Amp in ZoneUsing Only Speakers in Zone ZoneSetting the Powered Zone Buttons to select Powered ZoneControlling Zone 2 with the Remote Controller Using ZoneControlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver Using the Remote Control in Zone Adjusting the Volume for ZoneUsing a Multiroom Kit with Zone Using a Multiroom Kit with a CabinetEntering Remote Control Codes Controlling Other ComponentsRemote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via Resetting Remote Mode ButtonsResetting the Remote Controller Controlling Other ComponentsTV VOL CH +Specifications Amplifier SectionVideo Section Tuner SectionTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Remote controller doesn’t work There’s no picture from a source connected to an HdmiOnscreen menus don’t appear Immediate display does not appearSound changes when I connect my head- phones Speaker volume cannot be set as requiredThere’s no sound Speaker distance cannot be set as requiredMemo Onkyo Europe Electronics GmbH Onkyo Europe UK Office

TX-SR674, TX-SR604E, TX-SR674E, TX-SR604, TX-SR8467 specifications

The Onkyo TX-SR8460, TX-SR8467, TX-SR604, TX-SR674E, and TX-SR604E are a series of AV receivers that cater to audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts alike. Renowned for their robust performance, these models offer a variety of features and technologies that enhance the overall audio and visual experience.

The TX-SR8460 stands out with an impressive power output of 130 watts per channel, making it ideal for driving larger speaker systems. It supports the latest audio formats, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, allowing for an immersive surround sound experience. The inclusion of advanced calibration technology ensures optimal speaker placement, adapting the audio output to the specific characteristics of your room.

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