Onkyo TX-SR303E Using the Tuner, Listening to the Radio, Tuning into Radio Stations

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Using the Tuner

Listening to the Radio

 

TUNING MODE

 

TUNING

 

 

TUNING / PRESET

MASTER VOLUME

STANDBY/ON

 

 

 

ENTER

 

 

STANDBY

 

A SPEAKERS B

TONE+STEREO LISTENING MODEDISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT RT/PTY/TP MEMORY TUNING MODE RETURN SETUP

 

CLEAR

PHONES

MULTl CH

DVD

VIDEO 1/VCR

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 3

TAPE

TUNER

CD

TUNER

With the built-in tuner, you can enjoy AM and FM radio stations. You can store your favorite stations as presets for quick selection.

1

Use the [TUNER] input selector

TUNER

 

 

button to select either AM or FM.

 

In this example, FM has been selected.

 

Band

Frequency

 

(Actual display depends on country.)

Tuning into Radio Stations

■Auto Tuning Mode

1 TUNING MODE

Press the [TUNING MODE] button

so that the AUTO indicator

 

 

appears on the display.

2

Press the TUNING Up or Down

 

TUNING / PRESET

[ ]/[ ] button.

 

Searching stops when a station is

ENTER

found.

When tuned into a station, the TUNED indicator appears. When tuned into a stereo FM station, the FM STEREO indicator appears on the display, as shown.

TUNED AUTO

FM STEREO

■Manual Tuning Mode

1

TUNING MODE

Press the [TUNING MODE] button

so that the AUTO indicator disap-

 

 

pears from the display.

2

 

Press and hold the TUNING Up or

 

 

 

TUNING / PRESET

Down [ ]/[ ] button.

 

 

The frequency stops changing when

 

ENTER

you release the button.

 

 

 

 

Press the buttons repeatedly to change

 

 

the frequency one step at a time.

The American model changes FM frequency in 0.2 MHz steps, 10 kHz steps for AM. For European models it’s 0.05 MHz steps for FM and 9 kHz steps for AM.

In Manual Tuning mode, FM stations will be in mono.

Tuning into weak FM stereo stations

If the signal from a stereo FM station is weak, it may be impossible to get good reception. In this case, switch to Manual Tuning mode and listen to the station in mono.

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Contents TX-SR303 TX-SR303E Important Safety Instructions AvisPrecautions PowerSupplied Accessories PrecautionsFCC Information for User Features Table of ContentsFront & Rear Panels Front PanelFront & Rear Panels DisplayThese push terminals are for connecting an AM antenna This jack is for connecting an FM antennaThese push terminals are for connecting speaker set B Rear PanelBefore Using the AV receiver Installing the BatteriesUsing the Remote Controller Remote Controller How to Use the Remote ControllerReceiver Mode Remote Controller DVD Mode CD, MD, & CDR Mode This button sets the CD player or MD/CD recorder to StandbyThis button selects discs on a CD changer Tape Mode Play buttonStop button Reverse Play buttonConnecting Your Speakers Enjoying Home TheaterConnecting Your Speakers Speaker Connection PrecautionsSpeaker Configuration Attaching the Speaker LabelsConnecting Speaker Connecting a Powered SubwooferStrip 3/8 10 mm of insu Lation from the endsConnecting Antenna Connecting the Indoor FM AntennaConnecting the AM Loop Antenna Attach the FM antenna, as shown American ModelConnecting Antenna Connecting an Outdoor FM AntennaConnecting an Outdoor AM Antenna Using a TV/FM Antenna SplitterConnecting Your Components About AV ConnectionsOptical Digital Jacks AV Connection Color CodingConnecting Your Components Connecting Both Audio & VideoWhich Connections Should I Use? Audio Connection FormatsConnecting a TV or Projector Video ConnectionMake video connection a Audio ConnectionConnecting a DVD player DVD playerDVD Composite video outputConnecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Playback VCRVideo 1 Connecting a VCR or DVD Recorder for Recording Connecting a Camcorder, Games Console, or Other DeviceMake video connection a Make audio connection a Video 3Video 2 Connecting a CD Player or Turntable CD Player, or Turntable with Built-in Phono Preamp StepCD player Turntable MM with built-in phono preamp Phono Preamp MC head amp or MC transformerConnecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder Cassette recorder, CDR, etcConnecting Onkyo Components Connecting the Power CordFor connecting additional -compatible compo- nents Auto Power On/StandbyTurning On Turning On the AV ReceiverSmooth Operation in a Few Easy Steps Have you connected a component to a digital audio input?First Time Setup Assigning Digital Inputs to Input SourcesChanging the TAPE/MD/CDR Display First Time Setup Lowed by the Setup buttonButtons to select Yes or No Press the Receiver button folPress the Setup button Setup closesPress the remote controller’s Test Tone but To test that all of the speakers are working properlySelect a suitable listening mode and enjoy Playing Your AV ComponentsBasic AV Receiver Operation Start playback on the source componentUsing the Multichannel Input Playing Your AV ComponentsDisplaying Source Information Interpreting Surround Channel InformationUsing the Tuner Tuning into Radio StationsListening to the Radio Using the Tuner Presetting Radio Stations Deleting PresetsSelecting Preset Stations Displaying Radio InformationUsing RDS European models only What is RDS?Program Types Used in Europe PTY You can also search for radio stations by type seeDisplaying Radio Text RT Listening to Traffic News TPFinding Stations by Type PTY Setting the Display Brightness Adjusting the Bass & TrebleCommon Functions Muting the AV ReceiverUsing the Sleep Timer Using HeadphonesAdjusting Speaker Levels Common FunctionsUsing the Listening Modes Selecting with the Remote ControllerSelecting Listening Modes Selecting on the AV receiverUsing the Listening Modes Use this mode when playing game discsAbout the Listening Modes Onkyo Original DSP ModesDTS Adjusting the Listening Modes Using the Audio Adjust FunctionsInput Channel Settings Adjusting the Listening Modes Using the Late Night Function Dolby Digital onlyUsing the CinemaFILTER PL II Music Mode SettingsRecording Recording the Input SourceRecording from Different AV Sources Advanced Setup Advanced Speaker SettingsCrossover Frequency Double BassAdvanced Setup Speaker DistanceSpeaker Levels Digital Input Signal Formats Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Remote controller doesn’t work? Sound changes when I connect my head- phones?Can’t control other components? Can’t record?Specification Amplifier SectionVideo Section Tuner SectionMemo Onkyo U.S.A. Corporation Onkyo Europe Electronics GmbHOnkyo Europe UK Office Onkyo China Limited

TX-SR303, TX-SR303E specifications

The Onkyo TX-SR303 and TX-SR303E are part of Onkyo's well-regarded lineup of home theater receivers, designed to deliver exceptional audio performance and versatility for both music and movie enthusiasts. With an emphasis on user-friendly interfaces and high-quality sound reproduction, these models are ideal for consumers seeking an immersive home entertainment experience without breaking the bank.

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The TX-SR303's user-friendly setup and calibration features make it suitable for both novice and experienced users. The inclusion of an intuitive on-screen setup menu guides users through the installation process, while the built-in calibration technology helps optimize speaker settings based on the specific acoustics of the room, ensuring that every note and sound effect is heard at its best.

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Overall, the Onkyo TX-SR303 and TX-SR303E reflect a perfect balance of technology, user-friendliness, and performance, making them standout choices for anyone looking to enhance their home entertainment setup.
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