Onkyo TX-8050 Firmware Update, Updating the Firmware via Network, Before you start

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Firmware Update

To update the firmware of the receiver, you can choose from the following two methods: update via network, or update via USB storage. Choose the one that best suits your environment. Before proceeding with the update, please read the corresponding explanations carefully.

■Update via network

You need a wired Internet connection to update the firmware.

■Update via USB storage (page 49)

Please prepare a USB storage device such as a USB flash memory stick. You need at least 32 MB of available space to update the firmware.

Notes:

•Check the network connection before updating.

•Do not touch the any cable or device connected to the receiver during the updating process.

•Do not attempt to access the receiver from your PC while it is being updated.

•Do not shutdown the power of the receiver while it is being updated.

•The storage media in the USB card reader may not work.

•If the USB device is partitioned, each section will be treated as an independent device.

•If the USB device contains a lot of data, the receiver may take a while to read it.

•Operation is not guaranteed for all USB devices, which includes the ability to power them.

•Onkyo takes no responsibility whatsoever for the loss or damage of data resulting from the use of a USB device with the receiver. Onkyo recommends that you back up your important music files beforehand.

•If you connect a USB hard disk drive to the USB port, Onkyo recommends that you use its AC adapter to power it.

•USB hubs and USB devices with hub functions are not supported. Do not connect your USB device via a USB hub.

•USB devices with security functions are not supported.

Limitation of liability

The program and accompanying online documentation are furnished to you for use at your own risk. Onkyo will not be liable and you will have no remedy for damages for any claim of any kind whatsoever concerning your use of the program or the accompanying online documentation, regardless of legal theory, and whether arising in tort or contract. In no event will Onkyo be liable to you or any third party for any special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, compensation, reimbursement or damages on account of the loss of present or prospective profits, loss of data, or for any other reason whatsoever.

See the Onkyo web site for latest information.

Updating the Firmware via Network

The receiver allows you to update the firmware using the network connection on the rear panel.

Notes:

•Make sure your receiver is turned on and an Ethernet cable is connected to the rear panel of the receiver.

•Never unplug or turn off the receiver while it is being updated.

•Never plug or unplug an Ethernet cable during the update process.

•Do not attempt to access the receiver from your PC while it is being updated.

•Never unplug the power cord during the update process.

•It takes about 5 minutes to complete the firmware update.

•The receiver will retain all your settings after the update is finished.

Before you start

•Turn off the controller device connected via Ethernet cable.

•Turn off Zone 2.

•Stop playback of contents from Internet Radio, iPod/ iPhone, USB or servers, etc.

Update procedure

1 Press the [SETUP] button on the remote controller.

The Setup menu will be displayed on the receiver’s display.

2 Select “6 Firmware Update” and press [ENTER].

The current firmware version will be displayed.

3 Use [] or [] button to select “Via NET” and press [ENTER].

4 Select “Update” and press [ENTER].

The update process will begin. During the update process, you can still view the update progress on the receiver’s display.

5 The message “Completed!” appears on the receiver’s display, indicating that the update has been completed.

6 Using [ON/STANDBY] on the front panel, turn off and on the receiver.

Do not use [] on the remote controller. Congratulations! You now have the latest firmware installed on your Onkyo receiver.

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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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