Onkyo TX-SR603X instruction manual Basic Operations, Selecting the Input Source

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Basic Operations

Selecting the Input Source

This section explains how to select the input source (i.e., the AV component that you want to listen to or watch).

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ON

STANDBY

TV

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INPUT

V1

V2

V3

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1

2

3

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MASTER VOLUME

V4

MULTI CH

DVD

TV CH

4

5

6

-

TUNING / PRESET

CD

TAPE

TUNER

STANDBY/ON

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8

9

ENTER

TV VOL

STANDBY

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CLEAR

ZONE2 OFF

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12

INPUT SELECTOR

TONE

+

STEREO

LISTENING MODE

DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT

DIMMER

MEMORY TUNING MODE

RETURN

SETUP

MACRO

ZONE 2 LEVEL

1

2

3

ZONE2

CLEAR

VIDEO 4 INPUT

1

REMOTE MODE

PHONES

DVD

VIDEO 1

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

VIDEO 4

TAPE

TUNER

CD

MULTl CH

RECEIVER

DVD

CD

HDD

TAPE/AMP

VCR 1

VCR 2

SETUP MIC

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VIDEO

L AUDIO

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DIGITAL

TV

VCR

CABLE

SAT

CDR

MD

DIMMER

SLEEP

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MEN

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DISC

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VOL

ALBUM

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PREV

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DISPLAY

MUTING

1			Remote	Use the AV receiver’s input selector buttons to select the input
AV receiver			controller	source.
AV receiver
MLUTI CH	DVD	VIDEO 1	RECEIVER	To select the input source with the remote controller, press the

		VCR 1	or	[RECEIVER] button, and then use the INPUT SELECTOR buttons.
			or
VIDEO 2	VIDEO 3	VIDEO 4
VCR 2				On the remote controller, the [V1], [V2], [V3], and [V4] buttons select the
TAPE	TUNER	CD		VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, VIDEO 3, and VIDEO 4 input sources, respectively.

2	Start playback on the source component.

When you select DVD or another video component, on your TV, you’ll need to select the video input that’s connected to the AV receiver’s MONITOR OUT.

On some DVD players, you may need to turn on the digital audio output.

3		Remote
AV receiver		controller
MASTER VOLUME
	or	VOL

To adjust the volume, use the MASTER VOLUME control, or the remote controller’s [VOL] button.

The volume can be set to MIN, 1 through 99, or MAX.

The AV receiver is designed for home theater enjoyment. It has a wide volume range, allowing precise adjustment.

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Contents TX-SR603X Avis Important Safety InstructionsFCC Information for User PrecautionsFor models having a power cord with a polarized plug PowerIf in any doubt, consult a qualiﬁed electrician Supplied AccessoriesPrecautions Make sure you have the following accessoriesFM/AM/XM Tuner FeaturesAmpliﬁer Audio/VideoTable of Contents Table of Contents Front Panel Front & Rear PanelsFront & Rear Panels Display Rear Panel These push terminals are for connecting an AM antennaThis jack is for connecting an FM antenna These terminals are for connecting speakers in ZonePRE OUT Subwoofer jack is for connecting a pow- ered subwooferRemote Controller Installing the BatteriesUsing the Remote Controller Remote Controller About the Remote Controller ModesRECEIVER/TAPE Mode Standby button Listening Mode / buttonsRemote Mode buttons Tape modeDVD Mode This button selects discs on a CD changer CD, MD & CDR ModesThis button sets the CD player or MD/CD recorder to Standby These buttons can be used with some componentsHDD Mode Enjoying Home Theater About Home TheaterAV Connection Color Coding Connecting the AV ReceiverAbout AV Connections Optical Digital JacksConnecting Your Speakers Connecting the AV ReceiverSpeaker Connection Precautions Connecting the Speaker CablesStrip about 5/8 15 mm Attach the FM antenna, as shown Connecting AntennaConnecting the Indoor FM Antenna Connecting the AM Loop AntennaConnecting an Outdoor FM Antenna Connecting an Outdoor AM AntennaUsing a TV/FM Antenna Splitter Audio Connection Formats Connecting Both Audio & VideoWhich Connections Should I Use? Video Connection FormatsConnecting Your TV or Projector Monitor OutAudio Connections Connecting a DVD Player Video ConnectionsDVD player Using a Multichannel Connection Connecting an HDD/DVD recorder for Playback Connecting a VCR for PlaybackTV or VCR, etc Connecting a VCR for RecordingPlayback from the Recording VCR VCR recordingUsing Optical or Coaxial Connections PRSatellite, cable, set-top box, LD player, etcSatellite, cable, set-top box, LD player, etc Camcorder Game console, etc Connecting a Camcorder, Game Console, etcConnecting a DAT, CD, or MD Recorder Connecting a CD Player Connecting a Cassette RecorderUsing Optical or Coaxial Connections playback only Digital RecordingDigital source DAT, CD, MD player Turntable without a Built-in Phono Preamp Connecting a TurntableTurntable with an MC Moving Coil Cartridge Turntable with a Built-in Phono PreampWhen you start playback on an AV component con Connecting ComponentsConnecting the Power Cord of Another Component On with the AV receiver’s remote controller, as followsTurning On the AV Receiver Plug the power cord into an AC wall outletStandby indicator will light up Standby indicatorAutomatic Speaker Setup First Time SetupPress Enter First Time SetupDisconnect the speaker setup microphone How to Verify the Measurement ResultsTip Distance ErrorMenus vary depending on country Not DetectSubmenus Main menu About the Onscreen Setup MenusDigital Input Initial SetupComponent Video Setup Then use the Left and Right Speaker SetupButtons to select 1. Speaker Conﬁg, and then press EnterCh, and then use the Left CrossoverButtons to select d. Surround Buttons to select f. SurrBackBass, and then use the Left Setup menu closesDouble Bass Buttons to select h. DoubleButtons to specify the dis- tance Repeat for all speakers Press the Setup buttonSetup menu closes Speaker DistanceSpeaker Level Calibration Equalizer Setting Video 3 ↔ HDD Changing the Input DisplayReceiver button, and then use the Input Selector buttons Basic OperationsSelecting the Input Source SourceBasic Operations Setting the Display BrightnessUsing the Sleep Timer Using HeadphonesInterpreting Surround Channel Values Displaying Source InformationLeft and surround right. If there’s surround back Channel information, this will beDisplaying Radio Information Using the TunerTuning into Radio Stations Listening to the RadioConnecting the XM Antenna Listening to XM Satellite RadioSigning Up for XM Satellite Radio Selecting XM Radio Channels Nel Displaying XM Radio InformationSelecting XM Channels from the Front Panel Buttons to select a chanPositioning the XM Antenna XM Radio MessagesPresetting AM/FM Stations & XM Channels Selecting PresetsDeleting Presets Selecting with the Remote Controller Selecting Listening ModesSelecting on the AV receiver Multich About the Listening Modes Onkyo Original DSP Modes Using the Late Night Function Dolby Digital only Using the CinemaFILTERAdvanced Operations Input Using the DVD Analog MultichannelAdjusting Individual Speaker Levels Advanced OperationsRecording Adjusting Individual Speaker LevelsYou want to record AV Recording Recording Separate AV SourcesUse the input selector buttons to DVD Video 1 Video 2 select the AV component thatAdvanced Setup Adjusting the Bass & TrebleAudio Adjust Functions Neo6 Music Mode Setting Advanced SetupInput Channel Settings PL IIx Music Mode SettingsButtons to select 7. Input Input Setup menu appearsUse the Up and Down Buttons to select the signal for Assigning Listening Modes to Input SourcesThen press Enter IntelliVolumeSetting Preferences IntelliVolumeDigital Input Signal Formats InterlacedDefaultNon-InterlacedSelect if the text ﬂickers You can enter 1, 2, or Changing the Remote Controller’s IDZone Connecting ZoneUsing a Receiver/Integrated Amp in Zone Using Only Speakers in ZoneSetting the Powered Zone Buttons to select f. PoweredZone 2, and use the Left Zone 2 button followed by the on button Using ZoneTo adjust the Zone 2 volume with AV receiver and pressUsing a Multiroom Kit with Zone Using the Remote Control in ZoneUsing the 12V Trigger Using a Multiroom Kit with a CabinetEntering Remote Control Codes Controlling Other ComponentsSet, press the Standby button Controlling Other Components Resetting the Remote ControllerRemote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via Resetting the Remote Mode ButtonsREC CH +/-, TV CH +TV VOL CH +Which you want to use the com Learning Commands from Other Remote ControllersMode button for the mode Following buttons cannot learn new commandsDeleting Macros Using MacrosMaking Macros Running MacrosTuner Section SpeciﬁcationsAmpliﬁer Section Video SectionTroubleshooting Troubleshooting Can’t record? Remote controller doesn’t work?Can’t select XM radio channels Can’t control other components?Display doesn’t work? Sound changes when I connect my head- phones?Speaker volume cannot be set as required? Speaker distance cannot be set as required?3 4 4 0 9 Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page Page

TX-SR603X specifications

The Onkyo TX-SR603X is a versatile and powerful AV receiver that combines innovative technology with user-friendly features to create an immersive home theater experience. This model is designed to meet the demands of modern home entertainment systems while delivering excellent audio and video performance.

One of the standout features of the TX-SR603X is its support for various surround sound formats. With the capability to decode Dolby Digital and DTS, users can enjoy cinema-quality audio from their favorite movies, games, and music. The receiver also includes Dolby Pro Logic II, which enhances stereo soundtracks to provide a more enveloping listening experience.

The TX-SR603X is equipped with multiple inputs and outputs, allowing for seamless integration of various devices. With four HDMI inputs, it supports high-definition video and audio, making it easy to connect Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. Additionally, the receiver features component video inputs and several analog audio inputs for added flexibility.

In terms of power, the TX-SR603X delivers impressive performance with its robust amplification system. It boasts five discrete amplifiers that output 75 watts per channel, ensuring that even the most demanding audio scenarios can be managed with ease. This power allows for clear and dynamic sound reproduction across a wide range of frequencies, enabling users to experience the full depth of their media.

Another key characteristic of the TX-SR603X is its user-friendly interface, which simplifies the setup process and daily operation. The receiver includes an intuitive on-screen menu that guides users through configuration settings and adjustments, making it easy for anyone to optimize their home theater experience. Additionally, the inclusion of Audyssey MultEQ ensures automatic room calibration, allowing the receiver to adapt its performance to the unique acoustics of the listening environment.

For those who value flexibility in their audio playback, the TX-SR603X supports various audio streaming options, including the ability to access digital music via USB. Users can easily connect their USB devices to play their favorite tracks directly through the receiver.

In summary, the Onkyo TX-SR603X stands out as a feature-rich AV receiver that caters to both audiophiles and casual users alike. With its powerful amplification, support for modern surround sound formats, extensive connectivity, and user-friendly setup, it is an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment system.