Onkyo TX-SA705 Setting the Display Brightness, Muting the AV receiver/AV amplifier, Tip

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Basic Operations—Continued

Press [RECEIVER] first

DIMMER SLEEP

MUTING

Setting the Display Brightness

You can adjust the brightness of the display.

Press the [RECEIVER] button, and then press the [DIMMER] button repeatedly to select:

•Normal + VOLUME light on.

•Normal + VOLUME light off.

• Dim + VOLUME light off.

• Dimmer + VOLUME light off. Alternatively, you can use the AV receiver/AV amplifier’s [DIMMER] button (not European models).

Muting the AV receiver/AV amplifier

You can temporarily mute the output of the AV receiver/ AV amplifier.

Press the [RECEIVER] button, and then press the [MUTING] but- ton.

The output is muted and the MUTING indicator flashes on the display, as shown.

To unmute the AV receiver/AV ampli- fier, press the [MUTING] button again, or adjust the volume.

The Mute function is cancelled when the AV receiver/AV amplifier is set to Standby.

Tip:

You can specify how much the output is muted with the Muting Level setting (see page 92).

Using the Sleep Timer

With the sleep timer, you can set the AV receiver/AV amplifier to turn off automatically after a specified period.

Press the [RECEIVER] button, and then press the [SLEEP] but- ton repeatedly to select the required sleep time.

The sleep time can be set from 90 to 10 minutes in 10 minute steps.

The SLEEP indicator appears on the display when the sleep timer has been set. The specified sleep time appears on the display for about five seconds, then the previous display reappears.

If you need to cancel the sleep timer, press the [SLEEP] button repeatedly until the SLEEP indicator disappears.

To check the time remaining until the AV receiver/AV amplifier sleeps, press the [SLEEP] button. Note that if you press the [SLEEP] button while the sleep time is being displayed, you’ll shorten the sleep time by 10 min- utes.

Using Headphones

You can connect a pair of stereo headphones (1/4-inch phone plug) to the AV receiver/AV amplifier’s PHONES jack for private listening, as shown.

Notes:

•Always turn down the volume before connecting your headphones.

•The speakers are turned off while the headphones plug is inserted in the PHONES jack (Zone 2 speakers are not turned off).

•When you connect a pair of headphones, the listening mode is set to Stereo, unless it’s already set to Stereo, Mono, Direct, or Pure Audio.

•Only the Stereo, Direct, Pure Audio, and Mono listen- ing modes can be used with headphones (the listening modes available also depend on the currently selected input source).

•When the multichannel input is used, only the front left and right audio can be heard in the headphones.

•To adjust the headphone level, press the [CH SEL] button on the remote controller, and then press the [LEVEL +]/[LEVEL -] buttons. You can adjust the level between –12 dB and +12 dB.

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Contents TX-SR705 Important Safety Instructions Power PrecautionsFor North American model FCC Information for UserFor British models PrecautionsMake sure you have the following accessories Supplied AccessoriesAmplification FeaturesProcessing ConnectionsTable of Contents Front Panel Front & Rear PanelsFront & Rear Panels Display TX-SR705 North American model Rear PanelTX-SR705 other than North American model  Digital Coaxial in 1, 2  Digital Optical in 1, 2 and OUT Sirius antenna North American models only  XM antenna North American models onlyAC Outlet North American and European models only SUBWOOFER, Surr L/R, and Surr Back L/RInstalling the Batteries Remote ControllerAiming the Remote Controller Using the Remote Controller Remote ControllerRECEIVER/TAPE Mode Tape mode Remote Mode buttons Standby button  on buttonDVD Mode OPEN/CLOSE button CD/MD/CDR ModesDock Mode Enjoying Home Theater About Home TheaterAbout AV Connections Connecting the AV Receiver/AV AmplifierOptical Digital Jacks AV Connection Color CodingConnecting Your Speakers Connecting the AV Receiver/AV AmplifierConnecting the Speaker Cables Speaker Connection PrecautionsRead the following before connecting your speakers Strip about 5/8 15 mmBi-amping Speaker Hookup Bi-amping the Front SpeakersConnecting the Indoor FM Antenna Connecting Antenna TX-SR705 onlyConnecting 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 Hdmi Monitor Setting Set to Yes Connecting Both Audio & VideoWhich Connections Should I Use? Video Connection FormatsAudio Connection Formats Hdmi Monitor Setting Set to NoVideo Connection Connecting a TV or ProjectorAudio Connection HintConnecting a DVD Player Hooking Up the Multichannel DVD Input Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Playback Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Recording Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc Connecting a Game Console Camcorder, etc Connecting a Camcorder or Other DeviceAbout Hdmi Connecting Components with HdmiSupported Audio Formats About Copyright ProtectionAudio Signals Video SignalsMaking Hdmi Connections CD Player or Turntable MM with Built-in Phono Preamp Step Connecting a CD Player or TurntableTurntable MM with no Phono Preamp Built-in Connecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder Connecting a Tuner TX-SA705 only Connecting a Power AmplifierIPod with video Connecting an RI DockIPod without video If you have an Onkyo DS-A1 RI DockConnecting the RS232 Port Connecting Onkyo ComponentsConnecting the Power Cord Turning On and Standby Turning On the AV Receiver/AV AmplifierSmooth Operation in a Few Easy Steps Using the Onscreen Setup Menus First Time SetupMenus for First Time Setup Press the Receiver button fol- lowed by the Setup buttonSpeaker Settings First Time SetupPress the Receiver button, followed by the Setup button Speaker Setup menu appearsSetup menu closes Hdmi Monitor SetupInput/Output Assign menu appears Monitor Out menu appearsHdmi Input Setup Video Input SetupHdmi Input menu appears Component Video Input menu appears Component Video Setup1 Use the video component connected to Compo 2 Use the video component connected to CompoChanges in this order Changing the Input DisplayTape o MD o CDR o Dock Digital Input Setup When you’ve finished, press the Setup button TV Format Setup Not North American modelsOSD Setup menu appears You must specify the TV system used in your areaHardware Setup menu appears AM Frequency Step Setup on some modelsUse the Left and Right Using Audyssey MultEQ XT Automatic Speaker Setup Audyssey MultEQ XTMeasurement Positions Press Enter CancelSpeaker detect results appear NextButtons to select an option, Disconnect the speaker setupThen press Enter MicrophoneSpeaker Detect Error Error MessagesWriting Error Ambient noise is too highUsing a Powered Subwoofer Changing the Speaker Settings ManuallyReviewing the Results See Using the Listening Modes on Select a listening mode and enjoyBasic Operations Selecting the Input SourceAdjusting the Bass & Treble Using the Multichannel DVD InputMulti CH indicator appears on the display Basic OperationsUsing the Sleep Timer Setting the Display BrightnessUsing Headphones Muting the AV receiver/AV amplifierTuning into Radio Stations Using the TunerListening to the Radio TX-SR705 only Listening to the RadioSelecting Presets Presetting AM/FM StationsDeleting Presets Select the preset that you want to deleteWhat is RDS? Using RDS European models onlyRDS Program Types PTY Finding Stations by Type PTY Displaying Radio Text RTListening to Traffic News TP Selecting with the Remote Controller Using the Listening ModesSelecting Listening Modes Selecting on the AV receiver/AV amplifierListening Modes Available for Each Source Format Using the Listening ModesAnalog and PCM Sources Sacd DSD, Dolby Digital, and Dolby Digital Plus SourcesDTS-ES TrueHD and DTS SourcesDTS-HD Sources About the Listening Modes Use this mode with any stereo movie e.g., TV, DVD, VHSDSD Onkyo Original DSP Modes Theater-DimensionalAV Recording RecordingRecording Separate AV Sources Adjusting Individual Speaker Levels Using the Re-EQ FunctionAdvanced Operations Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital PlusAbout the Onscreen Setup Menus Advanced SetupSpeaker Setup Advanced SetupSpeaker Settings Buttons to select SubwooferFrequency Low-Pass Filter for the LFE ChannelUse the Up and Down / buttons to select LPF of LFE If no surround back speakers are con- nected, select NoneDouble Bass Setup menu closesSpeaker Distance Repeat for all speakers Press the Setup buttonUse the Left and Right Buttons to specify the distance Speaker Level Calibration Mally listen at volume settings below this, be carefulBecause the test tone will be much louder Enter Equalizer SettingButtons to select 2. Speaker Setup, and then press Enter THX Audio SetupButtons to select another SpeakerButtons to select 7. Hardware Setup, and then press Enter Multichannel DVD Input SettingsSubwoofer Input Sensitivity Ft 0.3-1.2 m Select this if yourTone Control Settings Audio Adjust FunctionsMultiplex/Mono Settings Dolby EX Input Signal Setting PLIIx/Neo6 Music Mode SettingsTheater-Dimensional Listening Setting LFE Level SettingsSignal format selection menu appears Listening Mode Preset menu appearsAssigning Listening Modes to Input Sources Source Setup menu appears Source SetupWhen you’re finished, press the Setup button Level can be set from -12 dB to +12 dB in 1 dB stepsDelay from 0 to 250 millisec Right / buttons to adjustA/V Sync menu appears Press Enter to view the TV picture, and use the LeftTo correct a character Name EditName Edit screen appears 123456789 Volume Setup Volume Setup/OSD SetupVolume Setup menu appears This section explains the items on the Miscellaneous menuSee TV Format Setup not North American models on OSD SetupChanging the AV Receiver/AV Amplifier’s ID Hdmi Audio Out Hdmi SetupLip Sync XvYCCControl Power ControlTV Control Digital Input Signal Formats Lock SetupOff, try setting the format to PCM Buttons to select 8. Lock Setup, and then press EnterRemote indicator flashes four times Changing the Remote Controller’s IDRemote indicator flashes twice Use the number buttons to enter ID 1, 2, orUsing a Receiver/Integrated Amp in Zone Connecting ZoneUsing Only Speakers in Zone Zone100 Setting the Powered ZoneControlling Zone 2 with the Remote Controller Using Zone101 Controlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver/AV amplifier102 Adjusting the Volume for ZoneTo Mute Zone Using a Multiroom Kit with a Cabinet Using a Multiroom Kit with Zone103 Remote indicator lights up Entering Remote Control CodesControlling Other Components 104Resetting Remote Mode Buttons Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected viaResetting the Remote Controller 105106 107 Learning Commands108 Using MacrosMaking Macros Running Macros109 Specifications110 Troubleshooting111 Troubleshooting112 113 114 Memo115 3 4 4 4 7 6 a

TX-SA705 specifications

The Onkyo TX-SA705 is a versatile AV receiver designed for audiophiles seeking an immersive home theater experience. Combining advanced technology with user-friendly features, this receiver is well-suited for both casual listeners and serious home theater enthusiasts.

One of the standout characteristics of the TX-SA705 is its impressive power output. Delivering 100 watts per channel across seven channels, it ensures that audio plays back with clarity and authority, providing enough power to fill large rooms with rich sound. The receiver supports a range of surround sound formats, including Dolby Atmos and DTS:X, allowing users to experience cinema-quality audio at home. These technologies create a three-dimensional sound environment, immersing listeners in the action.

Connectivity is another key feature of the TX-SA705. The receiver is equipped with multiple HDMI inputs, supporting 4K video passthrough and HDR for stunning visuals. With ARC (Audio Return Channel) capability, the TX-SA705 simplifies the connection to compatible televisions, allowing for easy audio output. The inclusion of Bluetooth technology enables wireless streaming from smartphones and tablets, making it more convenient to enjoy music from various sources.

The Onkyo TX-SA705 also boasts an intuitive user interface designed for ease of use. The graphical user interface helps users navigate settings and options seamlessly, while the included remote control features direct access buttons for the most commonly used functions. Furthermore, the receiver is compatible with Onkyo's Controller app, providing additional control through smartphones.

In terms of sound customization, the TX-SA705 stands out with its advanced equalization features. The receiver incorporates Audyssey technology, which automatically calibrates audio settings based on room acoustics. This ensures optimal sound performance tailored to the specific environment.

Finally, the build quality of the TX-SA705 is noteworthy. Onkyo has designed this receiver with a sturdy chassis and high-quality components that enhance durability and performance. The TX-SA705 not only delivers impressive audio-visual performance but is also built to last, making it a wise investment for any home theater setup.

In summary, the Onkyo TX-SA705 combines powerful audio performance, modern connectivity options, and intelligent sound optimization features to create a receiver that meets the demands of contemporary home theater systems. Whether for movie nights or music playback, the TX-SA705 is a fantastic choice for an immersive entertainment experience.
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