Onkyo TX-SR500E Rear panel, Antenna 14, ZREMOTE Control, Tape IN/OUT, Video 1 IN/OUT, Video 2

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Index to parts and controls

Rear panel

1

2

3

4

5

 

 

 

 

 

 

ANTENNA

 

 

 

FM

AM

75

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FRONT

 

FRONT

SPEAKERS A

 

SPEAKERS B

 

 

 

 

 

L

SURROUND

SPEAKERS

L

CENTER

SPEAKER

AC OUTLET

DIGITAL INPUT

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

REMOTE

2

1

 

CONTROL

IN

OUT

IN

 

SUBWOOFER

 

 

L

 

 

 

PRE OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

CD

TAPE

 

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

DVD MONITOR

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

IN

OUT

IN

 

IN

VIDEO

S VIDEO

IN

OUT

IN

FRONT SURR CENTER

 

 

 

L

 

 

 

R

VIDEO 2

VIDEO 1

SUB

WOOFER

 

 

 

DVD

L

RR

R

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

120V

220-230V

678 9 p q w

For operational instructions, refer to the page indicated in brackets.

8 CD IN [10]

e

1ANTENNA [14, 15]

These terminals are for connecting the FM antenna and AM antenna.

2z(REMOTE CONTROL) [16]

Connect the Onkyo components that have zconnectors such as a CD player, and cassette tape deck using the z cables provided with them. When these components are interconnected, they can be controlled from the remote controller provided with the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E.

After connecting the z connectors, check the operation of the remote controller buttons for use in controlling other components.

3FRONT SPEAKERS A/B [13]

Speaker terminals are provided for the front left, front right speakers. SPEAKERS A are compatible with banana plug connectors (other than European models).

4SURROUND SPEAKERS L/R, CENTER SPEAKER [13]

Speaker terminals are provided for the center, surround left and surround right speakers.

Connect the output terminal on the CD player to the CD IN L/R jacks on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E.

9TAPE IN/OUT [10]

Connect the output terminals (PLAY) of the cassette tape deck or MD recorder to the TAPE IN L/R jacks on the TX-SR500/ TX-SR500E and the input terminals (REC) to the TAPE OUT L/R jacks.

pVIDEO 1 IN/OUT, VIDEO 2 IN [11]

Connect the output terminals (PLAY) of the video cassette recorder to the VIDEO 1 IN L/R jacks on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E and the input terminals (REC) to the VIDEO 1 OUT jacks.

Connect the output terminals of the video cassette player or satellite tuner to the VIDEO 2 IN jacks on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E.

qDVD [11]

By connecting a DVD player, MPEG decoder, or other component that has a multi channel port, you can playback the audio with 5.1 channel output. So, be sure to prepare a cable that can properly connect the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E to the peripheral device.

•You can connect 2 channel audio output to the FRONT L/R jacks.

5AC OUTLET [11]

The TX-SR500/TX-SR500E is supplied with AC mains outlet for connecting the power cord from other devices so that their power is supplied through the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E. By doing this, you can use the STANDBY/ON button on the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E to turn on and off the connected devices as well.

6DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL 1, 2, COAXIAL [10, 11]

These are the digital audio inputs. There are 2 digital inputs with optical jacks and 1 with a coaxial jack. The inputs accept digital audio signals from DVD, LD, CD, or other digital source.

7SUBWOOFER PRE OUT [13]

This terminal is for connecting an active subwoofer.

wMONITOR OUT [10]

The monitor output includes both RCA type and S video configurations. This output is for connecting television monitors or projectors.

eVOLTAGE SELECTOR (worldwide models only) [5]

Tip

The audio input jacks of the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E do not accept direct connection of an analog turntable.

If you want to connect a turntable to the TX-SR500/TX-SR500E, prepare a phono equalizer and connect it to the unused audio input jacks (IN L/R).

Refer to the instruction manuals of the phono equalizer and turntable for details.

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Contents TX-SR500 TX-SR500E Important safeguards AvisPrecautions Features Supplied accessoriesPrecautions Amplifier FeaturesBefore using the unit Setting the voltage selector Worldwide models onlySetting the AM tuning step frequency Worldwide models only Using the remote controllerIndex to parts and controls Index to parts and controls ZREMOTE Control Rear panelAntenna 14 Tape IN/OUTPreset 2/3 button = Mode buttons@ Adjust 2/3 button # Volume 5/∞ button 21Connecting to audio/video equipment About Digital Input Optical jackConnecting to audio/video equipment About the DVD, Video 1, Video 2 and Monitor OUT jacksOretc Do NOTCENTERconnectUsing the provided speaker labels Positioning speakers/Connecting speakersStandard speaker placement of the Speakers a system Positioning speakers/Connecting speakers How to connect to the Front Speakers B terminalsConnecting to Speakers a Connecting to Speakers BConnecting antennas Connecting the supplied FM and AM indoor antennas aerialsAdjusting the position of the FM indoor antenna aerial Adjusting the position of the AM indoor antenna aerialConnecting antennas Connecting an FM outdoor antenna aerialConnecting an AM outdoor antenna aerial Directional IinkageConnections for remote control z Power on/ready functionPower off function Direct change functionConnecting the power/Turning on the AV Receiver Press STANDBY/ONPress Speaker Adjust twice Speaker setupSetting the crossover frequency Speaker setup Setting the subwoofer mode Press Subwoofer Mode on the unit → Subwoofer ModeSubwoofer Mode Adjusting each speaker’s relative volume balance Test tonePlaying the connected source About digital soundPlaying the connected source Using multi channel input Switch the source from Tape to MDTo restore the display Direct CH SEL Level 5/∞Tuning manually Listening to the radioPress Memory while holding down Press TunerPresetting radio stations Selecting preset stationsPress Tuner to switch the input source to the tuner Listening to the radioMuting the sound remote controller only Press Muting Listening through headphonesVarious functions common to all the sources Turning on/off the Speakers A/SPEAKERS B systemsChanging the display Press Display Using the sleep timer remote controller only Press SleepVarious functions common to all the sources Level 5/∞ Setting the input signal formatTo fix the digital signal to DTS or PCM Using the Audio Adjust function Bass adjustmentTreble adjustment Late night functionEnjoying the listening modes Input sources and available listening mode Enjoying the listening modesSelecting the listening mode When the sound is Dolby DigitalWhen the sound is Pro Logic II Movie, Dolby Digital or DTS Various functions while playing surround soundRecording a source Start recording at the recording component as desiredVideo camera CD playerUsing remote controller Controlling an Onkyo DVD playerDVD operation buttons OSD operation buttonsUsing remote controller Controlling an Onkyo CD playerControlling an Onkyo cassette tape deck Press RCVR/TAPE Press the desired operation buttonNumeric buttons TV DVDWhen entering the code of Onkyo DVD players Controlling a DVD playerTroubleshooting Amplifier Remote controller Symptoms Causes Remedies PagesTroubleshooting When incorrect operation is observedSymptoms Causes Remedies OtherSpecifications Onkyo Europe Electronics GmbH

TX-SR500E specifications

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