Onkyo TX-8050 IPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock, Using the Onkyo Dock, UP-A1 Dock

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iPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock

Using the Onkyo Dock

Dock is sold separately. Models sold are different depending on the region.

For the latest information on Onkyo Dock components, see the Onkyo web site at: http://www.onkyo.com

Before using an Onkyo Dock, update your iPod/ iPhone with the latest software, available from the Apple web site.

For supported iPod/iPhone models, see the instruction manual of the Onkyo Dock.

UP-A1 Dock

With the UP-A1 Dock, you can easily play the music stored on your Apple iPod/iPhone through the receiver and enjoy great sound.

You can use the receiver’s remote controller to operate your iPod/iPhone.

■System Function

The receiver may take several seconds to start up, so you might not hear the first few seconds of the first song.

Auto Power On

If you start iPod/iPhone playback while the receiver is on Standby, the receiver will automatically turn on and select your iPod/iPhone as the input source.

Direct Change

If you start iPod/iPhone playback while listening to another input source, the receiver will automatically select your iPod/iPhone as the input source.

Using the receiver’s Remote Controller

You can use the receiver’s remote controller to control basic iPod/iPhone functions (page 37).

Operating Notes

•Functionality depends on your iPod/iPhone model and generation.

•Before selecting a different input source, stop iPod/ iPhone playback to prevent the receiver from selecting the iPod/iPhone input source by mistake.

•If any accessories are connected to your iPod/ iPhone, the receiver may not be able to select the input source properly.

•When connecting UP-A1 Dock to the radio tuner UP-HT1 (North American model)/UP-DT1 (European model) with AUTO selected by the tuner’s Mode Selector switch, you can switch the input source between UP-A1 Dock and the tuner, by pressing PORT repeatedly on the remote controller.

•While your iPod/iPhone is in the UP-A1 Dock, its volume control has no effect. If you adjust your iPod/iPhone model’s volume control while it’s in the UP-A1 Dock, make sure it’s not set too high before you reconnect your headphones.

•The Auto Power On function will not work if you set your iPod/iPhone in the UP-A1 Dock while it is playing.

•When Zone 2 is turned on, you can’t use Auto Power On and Direct Change functions.

•Do not turn off the power with the iPod/iPhone still connected to this unit via the UP-A1 Dock.

•Set your iPod/iPhone in the UP-A1 Dock after the receiver turns on.

■Using Your iPod/iPhone model’s Alarm Clock

You can use your iPod/iPhone model’s Alarm Clock function to automatically turn on your iPod/iPhone and the receiver at a specified time. The receiver’s input source will automatically be set to PORT.

Notes:

•To use this function, your iPod/iPhone must be in the UP-A1 Dock, and the UP-A1 Dock must be connected to the receiver.

•When you use this function, be sure to set the receiver’s volume control to a suitable level.

•When Zone 2 is turned on, you can’t use this function.

•You cannot use this function for sound effects on your iPod/iPhone.

■Charging Your iPod/iPhone model’s Battery

The UP-A1 Dock charges your iPod/iPhone model’s battery while your iPod/iPhone is in the UP-A1 Dock connected to the receiver. While your iPod/iPhone is seated in the UP-A1 Dock, its battery will be charged when the receiver is set to On or Standby.

You can specify how the power is fed to your iPod/iPhone when the receiver is in Standby Mode.

Note:

When a UP-A1 Dock with an inserted iPod/iPhone is connected, the power consumption on standby mode slightly increases.

■Status Messages

If none of the following messages are displayed on the receiver’s display, check the connection to your iPod/ iPhone.

PORT Connecting

The receiver is checking the connection with the dock.

PORT Not Support

The receiver does not support the connected dock.

PORT UP-A1

UP-A1 Dock is connected.

Note:

The receiver displays the message “UP-A1” for several seconds after recognizing the UP-A1.

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Contents TX-8050 Important Safety Instructions AvisPrecautions PowerPreventing Hearing Loss Caution Batteries and Heat Exposure WarningFeatures PrecautionsClean Design Aluminum Front Panel Network Capability IPod/iPhone*1 Digital Direct Connection viaContents Supplied Accessories Aiming the Remote ControllerGetting to Know the Receiver Front PanelGetting to Know the Receiver Rear PanelDisplay Remote Controller Using the Remote Mode buttonsConnecting the Receiver Speaker Connection PrecautionsConnecting the Speaker Cables Strip about 5/8 15 mmConnecting the Receiver Connecting a Powered SubwooferConnecting a Power Amplifier Configuring the Speaker Impedance Change the impedance value to 4 Ω usingPress the Setup button on the remote Controller to complete the settingConnecting Antennas TipsConnecting Your Components Connecting AV componentsAbout AV Connections AV Cables and JacksConnecting Your Components How to record a video sourceConnecting Onkyo  Components System On/Auto Power OnRemote Control Direct ChangeConnecting a Recording Component Connecting the Power CordTurning On the Receiver Turning On and StandbyChanging the Input Display Muting the Receiver remote controller only Using HeadphonesPress the remote controller’s Muting button Enjoying Audio SourcesSetting the Display Brightness Using the Sleep Timer remote controller onlyUsing the Tone and Balance Controls Enjoying Audio SourcesSelecting the Listening Mode Enjoying the Pure Audio SoundRecording Recording the Input SourceRecording Audio and Video from Separate Sources Prepare the recorderPress the Tuning  or  button Listening to the RadioListening to AM/FM Stations Presetting AM/FM Stations Tuning into Stations by FrequencyPress the remote controller’s D.TUN button Listening to the RadioSwitching the Display Name EditLeft/Right SpaceUsing RDS European model only What is RDS?RDS Program Types PTY Displaying Radio Text RT Finding Stations by Type PTYListening to Traffic News TP Using the USB/Network Device Connecting the iPod/iPhone Directly to the USB PortPlaying Music Files on the iPod/iPhone Using the USB/Network Device Playing the USB DeviceListening to the Internet Radio Listening to vTuner Internet RadioListening to Other Internet Radio Press NET buttonRegistering Presets*1 Playing Music Files on a ServerStart your computer or media server Press NET Use / to select DLNA, and press EnterWindows Media Player 11 Setup Windows Media Player 12 SetupUsing Remote Playback Remote PlaybackAdjusting the Volume On Windows Media Player 12, right-click on music fileSelect the receiver from right-click menu Network/USB Features Connecting to the NetworkNetwork Requirements Server RequirementsNetwork/USB Features USB Device RequirementsSupported Audio File Formats About DlnaUsing the Onkyo Dock IPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo DockUP-A1 Dock IPod/iPhone Playback via Onkyo Dock Controlling Your iPod/iPhoneRI Dock Standard mode Extended modeControlling Other Components  DockAdvanced Setup Changing the Advanced Setup SettingsExample Intelli volume setting procedure Intelli VolumeAdvanced Setup Advanced Setup MenuSource Setup Hardware SetupZone2 Setup Network SetupFirmware Update VersionReceiver Via NET Via USBConnecting Zone Zone 2 Out SettingsPress the Setup button ZoneUsing Zone Tobutton.turn off Zone 2, press the Zone 2 OFFAdjusting the Volume of Zone Muting ZoneChecking the Source Selected for Zone Followed by the  buttonIf Remote Controller Signal Does Not Reach Other Components Effective Sensor LayoutMaking Sensor Connections Example for the main roomFirmware Update Update procedureUpdating the Firmware via Network Before you startFirmware Update TroubleshootingUpdating the Firmware via USB Errors during an update via USB Select the USB input sourceAmericas Europe China, Hong KongTroubleshooting PowerAudio VideoTroubleshooting UP-A1 Dock for iPod/iPhoneRecording ZoneUSB Device Playback OthersSpecifications Amplifier SectionVideo Section Tuner SectionMemo En-56
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TX-8050 specifications

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