Onkyo TX-NR900E Contents, Before using, Facilities and connections, Setup and operation

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Contents

Contents

Before using

 

Important Safeguards

2

Precautions

3

Contents

4

Features

6

Supplied accessories

6

Before using this unit

7

Setting the voltage selector (Worldwide models only)

7

Connecting the power cord (Other than North American

and Australian models)

7

Installing the remote controller batteries

7

Using the remote controller

7

Facilities and connections

 

Index parts and facilities

8

Front panels

8

Front panel display

11

Remote controller

12

Rear panels

14

Connecting to Audio/Video equipment

16

Connecting your audio components

17

Connecting your video components

18

Connecting speakers

22

Ideal speaker configuration

22

Minimum speaker configuration for surround sound playback

22

Speaker placement

22

Connecting speakers

23

Using the speaker labels

23

Connecting antennas

24

Assembling the AM loop antenna

24

Connecting the AM antenna cable

24

Connecting the included antennas

24

Connecting an FM outdoor antenna

25

Connecting an AM outdoor antenna

25

Directional linkage

25

Connecting the antenna cable to the 75/300 Ω antenna

 

adapter (For all models other than USA & Canadian

models and European models)

25

Connecting the remote zone (Zone 2) speakers ....

26

When using the ZONE 2 OUT terminals

26

When using the SURR BACK/ZONE 2

 

SPEAKERS terminals

26

When using the SURR BACK/ZONE 2

 

PRE OUT terminals

26

Operating components not reached by the

 

remote controller signals (IR IN/OUT)

27

If the remote controller signal does not reach the

 

TX-NR900/900E remote sensor

27

If the remote controller signal does not reach other components ... 27

Miscellaneous Connections

28

Connections for remote control ( )

28

Connecting the power cords from other devices

28

RS 232 port

28

Connecting to devices with analog multi channel output ....

29

Connecting auxiliary power amplifier

29

Connecting to an external device with 12V TRIGGER terminal

29

Connecting the power

30

Turning on the power

30

Turning on the power from the remote controller

30

Setup and operation

 

Enjoying music or videos with the TX-NR900/

 

900E

31

Basic operation

31

To change the display of the input source from TAPE to MD ....

31

Temporarily turning off the sound

32

Adjusting the bass and treble

32

Listening with headphones

32

Using the sleep time (remote controller only)

32

Changing the listening mode

33

Switching the display

34

Adjusting the brightness of the front display

34

Temporarily changing the speaker output levels

34

Changing the audio mode

35

Enjoying the multichannel output

35

Listening to Radio Broadcasts

36

Tuning into a radio station

36

Listening to a stereo radio station (FM mode)

36

Presetting a radio station

37

Selecting a preset radio station

37

Erasing a preset radio station

37

Listening to RDS broadcasts

 

(European models only)

38

Listening to RDS broadcasts

38

PTY program types in Europe

38

Displaying Radio Text (RT)

39

Performing a PTY scan

39

Performing a TP scan

39

Recording a source

40

To record the input source signal you are currently

 

watching or listening to

40

To record an input source signal different from that you

are currently watching or listening to

40

Recording the video from one source and

 

the audio from another

41

Enjoying music or videos in the remote zone ...

42

Using the buttons on the TX-NR900/900E

42

Using the remote controller

43

Adjusting the volume for the remote zone

43

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Contents Contents Before usingSetup and operation Remote controllerImportant Safeguards AVISPrecautions 4. PowerFor U.S. models Note to CATV system installer 1. Recording CopyrightContents Before usingConnecting to Audio/Video equipment remote controller signals IR IN/OUTContents Remote controllerDeclaration of Conformity AppendixFeatures Supplied accessoriesAmplifier Features Audio/Video FeaturesBefore using this unit Installing the remote controller batteriesConnecting the power cord Using the remote controllerIndex parts and facilities Front panelsIndex parts and facilities SETUP button TUNING /, PRESET /buttons 36, 37, 39,Index parts and facilities MEMORY buttonFront panel display AUTO indicatorRDS indicator European models only TUNED indicatorRemote controller Index parts and facilitiesSEND/LEARN indicator Index parts and facilitiesRear panels Index parts and facilitiesUSA and Canadian models Other than USA and Canadian modelsIndex parts and facilities DIGITAL INPUT/OUTPUTConnecting to Audio/Video equipment Connecting to Audio/Video equipment Connecting your audio componentsConnecting to Audio/Video equipment Connecting your video componentsThe flow of the video signals is as follows 4. Connecting a DVD player DVDConnecting to Audio/Video equipment 6. Connecting a video cassette recorder VIDEOConnecting to Audio/Video equipment Signal flowConnecting to Audio/Video equipment 10. Connecting video camera, etc. VIDEO 5 INPUTIdeal speaker configuration Connecting speakersSpeaker placement Connecting speakers Connecting speakersUsing the speaker labels cableConnecting antennas Connecting the AM antenna cableConnecting the included antennas Assembling the AM loop antennaConnecting antennas Connecting an FM outdoor antennaConnecting an AM outdoor antenna Directional linkageWhen using the ZONE 2 OUT terminals Connecting the remote zone Zone 2 speakersWhen using the SURR BACK/ZONE 2 PRE OUT terminals Connecting Miscellaneous Connections Connections for remote controlConnecting the power cords from other devices RS 232 portConnecting auxiliary power amplifier Miscellaneous Connections1 2 3 4 Turning on the power from the remote controller Connecting the powerTurning on the power Enjoying music or videos with theTX-NR900/900E Basic operationEnjoying music or videos with the TX-NR900/900E Adjusting the bass and trebleListening with headphones Using the sleep time remote controller onlyEnjoying music or videos with the TX-NR900/900E Changing the listening modeIf the SURROUND button is pressed •While playing back DTS sourcesSwitching the display Adjusting the brightness of the front displayEnjoying music or videos with the TX-NR900/900E Temporarily changing the speaker output levelsChanging the audio mode Enjoying music or videos with the TX-NR900/900EEnjoying the multichannel output Tuning into a radio station Listening to Radio BroadcastsListening to a stereo radio station FM mode Listening to Radio Broadcasts Presetting a radio stationSelecting a preset radio station Erasing a preset radio stationListening to RDS broadcasts Listening to RDS broadcasts European models onlyPTY program types in Europe Listening to RDS broadcasts Displaying Radio Text RTPerforming a PTY scan Performing a TP scanRecording a source Recording a source Enjoying music or videos in the remote zone Using the buttons on the TX-NR900/900EUsing the remote controller Enjoying music or videos in the remote zoneAdjusting the volume for the remote zone Basic Menu Setup MenuAdvanced Menu Setup Menu Navigating through the Setup Menu0. Hardware Setup Menu Hardware Setup0-1.Speaker Impedance Sub-menu 0-3.IR IN Setup Sub-menu Hardware Setup0-2.Surr Back/Zone 2 Sub-menu 1. Speaker Setup Menu Speaker Setup1-1.Speaker Config Sub-menu Speaker Setup 1-2.Speaker Distance Sub-menuSpeaker Setup 1-3.Level Calibration Sub-menuNotes a. LeftInput Setup 2. Input Setup MenuInput Setup b. Digital FormatNotes Notes on DTSInput Setup 2-3.Video Setup Sub-menu2-4.Character Input Sub-menu a. VideoInput Setup 2-5.IntelliVolume Sub-menu2-6.Listening Mode Preset Sub-menu a. IntelliVolumeType of software Input SetupListening Mode Input Setup a. Analog/PCMInput Setup Dolby D Dolby DigitalAudio Adjust 3. Audio Adjust Menu3-1.Tone Control Sub-menu 3-2.Surround Speakers Sub-menu3-3.Sound Effect Sub-menu Audio Adjust3-4.Delay Sub-menu Audio Adjust 3-7. Theater-Dimensional Sub-menu3-5.LFE Level Sub-menu 3-6.Mono Sub-menuAudio Adjust 3-8.Surround Sub-menu3-9.THX Sub-menu Audio Adjust3-10. 3-11. 3-12. 3-13 Audio Adjust Setting3-1.Tone Control 3-3.Sound Effect4. Preference Menu Preference4-1.Volume Setup Sub-menu Preference 4-2.Headphones Level Sub-menu4-3.OSD Setup Sub-menu 4-4.OSD Position Sub-menuOverview Using remote controllerControlling an Onkyo cassette tape deck Using remote controller Controlling an Onkyo DVD playerUsing remote controller Controlling an Onkyo CD playerON STANDBY CD MODE DISC VOL MUTING 1.Press the CD MODE buttonUsing remote controller Controlling an Onkyo MD recorderREC Record 1 to 9, 0, --/---: Numeric keysEntering a pre-programmingcode Learning a pre-programmingcodeEntering a pre-programmingcode SETTING NoSETTING No SETTING NoOperating your programmed remote controller DVD MODE DVD Player ModeSAT MODE Satellite Tuner Mode CABLE MODE Cable ModeVCR MODE VCR Mode Operating your programmed remote controllerTV MODE TV Mode Programming procedure Erasing the programmed command from one button Using the macro function What is the macro function?Programming the macro Executing the macroUsing the macro function Erasing a macro from the MACRO 1 or 2 buttonTroubleshooting guide POWERSPEAKERS FM/AM TUNERTroubleshooting guide REMOTE CONTROLLERVIDEO and AUDIO OTHERTroubleshooting guide If one of the messages shown below appearsSpecifications AMPLIFIER SECTIONAll channels total harmonic distortionMemo Memo ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH ONKYO U.S.A. CORPORATIONONKYO CHINA LIMITED
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The TX-NR900E, a European variant, offers similar features, with potential modifications to meet regional standards and requirements. Both models come equipped with a user-friendly interface and intuitive remote control, making it easy to navigate through different inputs and settings.

Overall, the Onkyo TX-NR900 and TX-NR900E represent the pinnacle of home theater technology, combining powerful audio performance, advanced video capabilities, and modern streaming features. They are perfect for audiophiles and cinephiles alike, looking to elevate their home entertainment systems.
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