Onkyo TX-SR304 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

SETUP

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.)

AM Frequency Step Setup

(not North America and Europe)

Here you can specify the AM frequency step used in your area. When this setting is changed, all radio presets are deleted.

1

Press the [SETUP] button to dis-

 

 

play “0. Hardware Setup,” and

 

then press [ENTER].

 

 

2

Use the Up and Down [ ]/[ ]

buttons to select “AM Freq,” and then use the Left and Right

[]/[ ] buttons to select:

10 kHz: Select if 10 kHz steps are used in your area.

9 kHz: Select if 9 kHz steps are used in your area.

3

Press the [SETUP] button.

 

 

Setup closes.

Note:

•This procedure can also be performed on the remote controller by using its [SETUP] button, arrow buttons, and [ENTER] button.

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.

■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 other models it’s

0.05MHz steps for FM and 9 kHz or 10 kHz steps for

AM.

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

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.

Note:

• You can also use the remote controller’s Up and Down []/[ ] buttons to tune the radio.

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Contents TX-SR8440 Important Safety Instructions AvisFCC Information for User PrecautionsPower Supplied Accessories PrecautionsFeatures ContentsFront & Rear Panels Front PanelFront & Rear Panels DisplayRear Panel K L MUsing the Remote Controller Before Using the AV receiverInstalling the Batteries Receiver Mode Remote ControllerHow to Use the Remote Controller Remote Controller DVD Mode CD Mode To select your CD player as the input source, pressCDR MD, & CDR ModeMD or CD recorder Album +/- button HDD ModeTo select your HDD component as the input source, press Playlist / buttonsStop button Tape ModePlay button Reverse Play buttonSpeaker Set a Main Room Enjoying Home TheaterSpeaker Sets a and B Speaker Set B Sub RoomSpeaker Configuration Connecting Your SpeakersSpeaker Connection Precautions Attaching the Speaker LabelsConnecting a Powered Subwoofer Connecting Your SpeakersConnecting Speaker Speaker Set B Speaker Set aConnecting the Indoor FM Antenna Connecting AntennaConnecting the AM Loop Antenna Other ModelsConnecting an Outdoor AM Antenna Connecting AntennaConnecting an Outdoor FM Antenna Using a TV/FM Antenna SplitterOptical Digital Jacks Connecting Your ComponentsAbout AV Connections AV Connection Color CodingWhich Connections Should I Use? Connecting Your ComponentsConnecting Both Audio & Video Video Connection FormatsConnecting a DVD Player Video Connection DVD Player to AV Receiver to TVMultichannel Connection DVD player Audio ConnectionMultichannel Audio Connection Video Connection VCR to AV Receiver to TV Connecting a VCRConnecting a VCR for Playback TV, projectorVideo Connection Connecting a Camcorder, Games Console, or Other DeviceConnecting a VCR for Recording Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc CD player Turntable MM with Built-in phono preamp Connecting a CD Player or TurntableCD Player or Turntable with Built-in Phono Preamp Phono preampCassette recorder CDR, etc Connecting an HDD-compatible Component Audio OnlyConnecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder Auto Power On/Standby Connecting Onkyo ComponentsConnecting the Power Cord Remote ControlSmooth Operation in a Few Easy Steps Turning OnTurning On the AV Receiver Have you connected a component to a digital audio input?Changing the Input Display First Time SetupAssigning Digital Inputs to Input Sources First Time Setup Use the Down Button to Press the Setup buttonTesting the speakers Left and Right Buttons to Select Small, Large, or NoneBasic AV Receiver Operation Select a suitable listening mode and enjoyPlaying Your AV Components Start playback on the source componentDisplaying Source Information Using the Multichannel InputPlaying Your AV Components AM Frequency Step Setup Not North America and Europe Using the TunerTuning into Radio Stations Listening to the RadioDeleting Presets Using the TunerPresetting Radio Stations Selecting Preset StationsProgram Types Used in Europe PTY Using RDS European models onlyWhat is RDS? Listening to Traffic News TP Displaying Radio Text RTFinding Stations by Type PTY Adjusting the Bass & Treble Using HeadphonesSetting the Display Brightness Common FunctionsCommon Functions Using the Sleep TimerPress the remote controller’s Muting button Muting the AV ReceiverSpeaker Set B Adjusting Speaker LevelsHeadphones Multichannel DVD InputSelecting Listening Modes Using the Listening ModesSelecting with the Remote Controller Selecting on the AV receiverOnkyo Original DSP Modes Using the Listening ModesAbout the Listening Modes DTSDTS Input Channel Settings Adjusting the Listening ModesUsing the Audio Adjust Functions Using the CinemaFILTER Adjusting the Listening ModesUsing the Late Night Function Dolby Digital only PL II Music Mode SettingsRecording from Different AV Sources RecordingRecording the Input Source Crossover Frequency Advanced SetupAdvanced Speaker Settings Double BassSpeaker Levels Advanced SetupSpeaker Distance Digital Input Signal Formats Input Selector Press the Receiver Remote Mode buttonCorrecting Sound and Picture Sync Troubleshooting Troubleshooting How do I change the language of a multiplex source? Sound changes when I connect my head- phones?Can’t record? Functions don’t work?Video Section SpecificationsAmplifier Section Tuner SectionMemo Onkyo Europe UK Office Onkyo U.S.A. CorporationOnkyo Europe Electronics GmbH Onkyo China Limited

TX-SR304 specifications

The Onkyo TX-SR304 is a versatile and robust home theater receiver that caters to audiophiles and casual listeners alike. Launched with features that resonate with contemporary demands, it integrates a blend of technologies that enhance audio and video performance, making it a solid choice for home entertainment systems.

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