Onkyo SR804 Listening to the Radio, Using RDS European Model Only, RDS Program Types PTY

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Listening to the Radio—Continued

Using RDS (European Model Only)

RDS only works with European models in areas where RDS broadcasts are available. When tuned to an RDS station, the RDS indicator appears.

RDS indicator

What is RDS?

RDS stands for Radio Data System and is a method of transmitting data in FM radio signals. It was developed by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) and is avail- able in most European countries. Many FM stations use it these days. In addition to displaying text information, RDS can also help you find radio stations by type (e.g., news, sport, rock, etc.).

The AV receiver supports four types of RDS informa- tion:

PS (Program Service)

When tuned to an RDS station that’s broadcasting PS information, the station’s name will be displayed. Press- ing the [DISPLAY] button will display the frequency for 3 seconds.

RT (Radio Text)

When tuned to an RDS station that’s broadcasting text information, the text will be shown on the display (see page 51).

PTY (Program Type)

This allows you to search RDS radio stations by type (see page 51).

TP (Traffic Program)

This allows you to search for RDS radio stations that broadcast traffic information (see page 51).

Notes:

In some cases, the text characters displayed on the AV receiver may not be identical to those broadcast by the radio station. Also, unexpected characters may be dis- played when unsupported characters are received.

This is not a malfunction.

If the signal from an RDS station is weak, RDS data may be displayed intermittently or not at all.

RDS Program Types (PTY)

Type

Display

 

 

None

NONE

 

 

News reports

NEWS

 

 

Current affairs

AFFAIRS

 

 

Information

INFO

 

 

Sport

SPORT

 

 

Education

EDUCATE

 

 

Drama

DRAMA

 

 

Culture

CULTURE

 

 

Science and technology

SCIENCE

 

 

Varied

VARIED

 

 

Pop music

POP M

 

 

Rock music

ROCK M

 

 

Middle of the road music

EASY M

 

 

Light classics

LIGHT M

 

 

Serious classics

CLASSICS

 

 

Other music

OTHER M

 

 

Weather

WEATHER

 

 

Finance

FINANCE

 

 

Children’s programmes

CHILDREN

 

 

Social affairs

SOCIAL

 

 

Religion

RELIGION

 

 

Phone in

PHONE IN

 

 

Travel

TRAVEL

 

 

Leisure

LEISURE

 

 

Jazz music

JAZZ

 

 

Country music

COUNTRY

 

 

National music

NATION M

 

 

Oldies music

OLDIES

 

 

Folk music

FOLK M

 

 

Documentary

DOCUMENT

 

 

Alarm test

TEST

 

 

Alarm

ALARM

 

 

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Contents TX-SR804 TX-SR804E Important Safety Instructions AvisPrecautions PowerFCC Information for User Supplied AccessoriesPrecautions Features Zone 2 Sub Room Multiroom CapabilityMain Room Contents Getting to Know the AV Receiver Front PanelGetting to Know the AV Receiver Display Component Video in 1, 2, Rear PanelHdmi in 1, 2, and OUT XM antenna on North American modelGND screw RS232Voltage Selector on some models Video 1 IN/OUT and Video 2 IN/OUTUsing the Remote Controller Remote ControllerInstalling the Batteries RECEIVER/TAPE Mode Remote ControllerAbout the Remote Controller Modes Tape mode Listening Mode buttonsRemote Mode buttons Standby buttonDVD Mode CD, MD, and CDR Modes HDD Mode Front left and right speakers Connecting Your SpeakersEnjoying Home Theater Connecting Your Speakers Connecting Your SpeakersRead the following before connecting your speakers Speaker Connection PrecautionsConnecting the Speaker Cables Strip about 5/8Connecting the AM Loop Antenna Connecting AntennaConnecting the Indoor FM Antenna Attach the FM antenna, as shown American ModelConnecting an Outdoor AM Antenna Connecting AntennaConnecting an Outdoor FM Antenna Using a TV/FM Antenna SplitterOptical Digital Jacks Connecting Your ComponentsAbout AV Connections AV Connection Color CodingWhich Connections Should I Use? Connecting Your ComponentsConnecting Audio and Video Signals to the AV Receiver Video Connection FormatsAudio Connection Connecting a TV or ProjectorVideo Connection HintConnecting a DVD player Or the otherHooking 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 Supported Audio Formats Connecting Components with HdmiAbout Hdmi About Copyright ProtectionMaking Hdmi Connections Video Signal Flow ChartAudio Signal Flow Chart Connecting a Camcorder, Games Console, or Other Device Tape Tuner Phono DisplayStep Connecting a CD PlayerConnecting a Turntable CD playerPower amplifier Connecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT RecorderConnecting a Power Amplifier European and some Connecting an HDD-compatible ComponentConnecting the Power Cords of Other Components Asian modelsAuto Power On/Standby Connecting Onkyo ComponentsConnecting the Power Cord Remote ControlTurning On the AV Receiver Set the Power switch to the on positionDo the automatic speaker setup-this is essential Turning On and StandbyConnect the setup microphone to the Setup MIC jack First Time SetupAutomatic Speaker Setup Turn on the AV receiverPress Enter First Time SetupDisconnect the speaker setup MicrophoneButtons to select the item that Checking the ResultsUse the Up and Down You want to check, and thenPress the Setup button Hdmi Video SetupFollowed by the Setup button Setup closesComponent Video Setup Digital Input menu appears Digital Audio Input SetupInput selector Default assignment Changing the Input Display Minimum Speaker ImpedanceHardware Setup menu appears TV Format Setup Not North American modelsAM Frequency Step Setup on some models You must specify the TV system used in your areaBasic AV Receiver Operation Select a listening mode and enjoyPlaying Your AV Components Start playback on the source componentListening to AM/FM Stations Tuning into AM/FM Radio StationsListening to the Radio Displaying AM/FM Radio InformationListening to the Radio Using RDS European Model OnlyWhat is RDS? RDS Program Types PTYListening to Traffic News TP Displaying Radio Text RTFinding Stations by Type PTY Setting the Satellite Radio Mode North American Models OnlySigning Up for XM Satellite Radio Connecting the XM Mini-Tuner and Home DockUse the Tuning Up and Down Buttons to select Radio ID Selecting XM Satellite RadioSelecting XM Radio Channels Displaying XM Radio Information Positioning the XM AntennaDeleting Presets Presetting AM, FM, and XM StationsSelecting Presets Multichannel DVD Input Settings Using the Multichannel DVD InputUsing the Multichannel DVD Input Input ChannelCommon Functions Adjusting Speaker LevelsMuting the AV Receiver Setting the Display Brightness Common Functions Using the Sleep TimerUsing Headphones Displaying Source InformationSelecting the Listening Modes Using the Listening ModesSelecting with the Remote Controller Selecting on the AV ReceiverUsing the Listening Modes DVDSound is output by the front left and right speakers Use this mode with any stereo movie e.g., TV, DVD, VHSAbout the Listening Modes This mode is designed for use with video games Onkyo Original DSP ModesRecording Audio and Video from Separate Sources RecordingRecording the Input Source Main menu Onscreen Setup MenusAbout the Onscreen Setup Menus SubmenuUsing the Re-EQ Function Adjusting the Listening ModesAudio Adjust Menu Use the Up and Down Buttons to select an option,PL IIx and Neo6 Settings PL IIx Music 2 ch only Adjusting the Listening ModesTone Control Settings Neo6 MusicLFE Level Setting Dolby Digital SettingsMono/Multiplex Settings MultiplexOptions for that input selector appear Default Listening ModesListening Mode Preset menu appears Advanced Setup Speaker SetupLow-Pass Filter for the LFE Channel Advanced SetupSubwoofer Mode Buttons to specify Speaker DistanceButtons to select each speaker DistanceSpeaker Level Calibration Buttons to specify the surround THX Audio SetupButtons to select THX Audio Back speaker spacingEqualizer Settings Press the Down Button to Select Character, and then Input SetupCharacter Edit Press the Right Button to Open the character input screenPreferences IntelliVolumeVolume Setup Lock Setup OSD SetupHdmi Setup OSD PositionChanging the Remote Controller’s ID Changing the AV Receiver’s Remote IDButtons to select 2. Digital Digital Input Signal FormatsDigital Format menu appears Input, and then press EnterPress the Receiver Remote Mode button Correcting Sound and Picture SyncUsing Only Speakers in Zone Connecting ZoneUsing an Amp in Zone ZoneControlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver Powered Zone 2 SettingUsing Zone Zone 2 Remote Mode button Controlling Zone 2 with the Remote ControllerAdjusting the Volume for Zone To Mute ZoneUsing a Multiroom Kit with Other Components Using a Multiroom Kit with a CabinetUsing a Multiroom Kit with Zone Entering Remote Control Codes Controlling Other ComponentsResetting the Remote Mode Buttons Resetting the Remote ControllerRemote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via Controlling Other ComponentsEject CH +/-, TV CH +CH + MenuLearning Commands from Other Remote Controllers Running Macros Using MacrosMaking Macros Deleting MacrosTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Sound changes when I connect my head- phones Remote controller doesn’t workCan’t learn commands from another remote controller Can’t select XM radio channels North Ameri- can model onlyTroubleshooting Video Section SpecificationAmplifier Section Tuner SectionOnkyo Europe Electronics GmbH Onkyo Europe UK Office

SR804 specifications

The Onkyo SR804 is a high-performance A/V receiver that has established itself as a favorite among home theater enthusiasts. Designed to deliver an immersive audio and visual experience, the SR804 boasts an array of features and technologies that enhance its performance and usability.

At the heart of the Onkyo SR804 is its robust amplification system, which provides a substantial power output of 130 watts per channel at 8 ohms. This ensures a dynamic sound reproduction that can fill large rooms with clarity and depth. The receiver supports multiple audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, enabling it to decode high-definition audio tracks from Blu-ray discs, delivering a cinema-like experience in the home.

One notable feature of the SR804 is its advanced video processing capabilities. It supports HDMI 1.3, allowing for high-definition video signals up to 1080p. The receiver can upscale standard-definition content to high definition, ensuring that all media is presented at the best possible quality. Additionally, the SR804 features multiple HDMI inputs, accommodating various devices such as gaming consoles, Blu-ray players, and streaming devices.

The Onkyo SR804 is designed with users in mind, featuring an intuitive GUI (Graphical User Interface) that simplifies navigation and setup processes. The included remote control is comprehensive, providing easy access to settings and features without the need to navigate through complex menus. Moreover, the receiver supports Audyssey MultEQ technology, which analyzes the room's acoustics and optimizes audio performance, providing a tailored sound experience for various room sizes and layouts.

Another key characteristic of the Onkyo SR804 is its versatility in connectivity options. In addition to HDMI, it offers optical and coaxial digital inputs, along with analog inputs for a variety of audio sources. The receiver also features a zone 2 output, allowing users to set up a separate audio zone, perfect for multi-room audio installations.

The appealing design of the Onkyo SR804 combines functionality with aesthetics. Its sleek black finish and elegant display make it a fitting addition to any home theater setup.

In summary, the Onkyo SR804 is a feature-rich A/V receiver that excels in performance, versatility, and user-friendliness. Its powerful amplification, advanced audio and video technologies, and intuitive interface make it an ideal choice for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment experience. Whether for movie nights, gaming, or streaming, the Onkyo SR804 stands out as a reliable and impressive component in any home theater setup.