Onkyo PR-SC5508 instruction manual About Home Theater, Enjoying Home Theater

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About Home Theater

Enjoying Home Theater

Thanks to the AV controller’s superb capabilities, you can enjoy surround sound with a real sense of movement in your own home—just like being in a movie theater or concert hall. With Blu-ray Discs or DVDs, you can enjoy DTS and Dolby Digital. With analog or digital TV, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6, or Onkyo’s original DSP lis- tening modes.

You can also enjoy THX Surround EX (THX-certified THX speaker system recommended).

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Corner position

1/3 of wall position

Tip

To find the best position for your subwoofer, while playing a movie or some music with good bass, experiment by placing your subwoofer at various positions within the room, and choose the one that provides the most satisfying results.

a b Front speakers (Left and Right)

These output the overall sound. Their role in a home theater is to pro- vide a solid anchor for the sound image. They should be positioned facing the listener at about ear level, and equidistant from the TV. Angle them inward so as to create a triangle, with the listener at the apex.

cCenter speaker

This speaker enhances the front speakers, making sound movements distinct and providing a full sound image. In movies it’s used mainly for dialog. Position it close to your TV facing forward at about ear level, or at the same height as the front speakers.

d e Surround speakers (Left and Right)

These speakers are used for precise sound positioning and to add real- istic ambience. Position them at the sides of the listener, or slightly behind, about 2 to 3 feet (60 to 100 cm) above ear level. Ideally they should be equidistant from the listener.

fSubwoofer(s)

The subwoofer handles the bass sounds of the LFE (Low-Frequency Effects) channel. The volume and quality of the bass output from your subwoofer will depend on its position, the shape of your listening room, and your listening position. In general, a good bass sound can be obtained by installing the subwoofer in a front corner, or at one-third the width of the wall, as shown.

g h Surround back speakers (Left and Right)

These speakers are necessary to enjoy Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES Matrix, DTS-ES Discrete, THX Surround EX, etc. They enhance the realism of surround sound and improve sound localization behind the listener. Position them behind the listener about 2 to 3 feet (60 to 100 cm) above ear level.

i j Front high speakers (Left and Right)

These speakers are necessary to enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIz Height, and Audyssey DSX™. They significantly enhance the spatial experience. Position them at least 3.3 feet (100 cm) above the front speakers (pref- erably as high as possible) and at an angle slightly wider than the front speakers.

k l Front wide speakers (Left and Right)

These speakers are necessary to enjoy Audyssey DSX. They signifi- cantly enhance the spatial experience. Position them well outside of the front speakers. See also http://www.audyssey.com/technology/dsx.html about optimum speaker placement for Audyssey DSX.

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Contents Introduction Connections Advanced Operations Controlling iPod & Other ComponentsAlways consider the environmental issues and follow 10 cm 4 at the rear. The rear edge of the shelf orBoard above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm Away from the rear panel or wall, creating a flue-likePrecautions Supplied Accessories Using the Remote ControllerInstalling the Batteries Aiming the Remote ControllerContents Features ProcessingMiscellaneous Analog RGB Video Input D-sub 15 for PCTHX Ultra2 Plus V.Color is a trademark of Sony CorporationMusic Optimizer is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation Pure Audio button Hdmi Thru indicator Front & Rear PanelsFront Panel ON/STANDBY buttonReturn button Setup MIC jack DisplayPhones jack Zone 2, Zone 3 and OFF buttons AUX Input jacks HDMI, VIDEO, Audio L/R and Digital 19Rear Panel Input jacks Balance L/R 12V Trigger OUT A/B/C jacksFront L/R, CENTER, Surr L/R Remote Controller Controlling the AV ControllerAbout Home Theater Enjoying Home TheaterConnecting the AV Controller Connecting Your SpeakersSpeaker Configuration Connecting a Power Amplifier with RCA InputsConnecting a Power Amplifier with XLR Inputs AV controller MultichannelUsing Dipole Speakers Connecting the Powered SubwoofersBalanced XLR cable Bi-amping the Front Speakers Speaker ImpedanceConnecting a Balanced Audio Source Stereo audio source with Balanced XLR outputAbout AV Connections Connected image with AV componentsAV Cables and Jacks Hdmi cableConnecting Your Components with Hdmi Jack Signal ComponentsAssignment can be changed 45 to Audio return channel ARC functionConnecting Your Components Jack Signal Components AssignableFront Rear Connecting Onkyo uComponents How to record the videoAuto Power On Remote ControlConnecting Antenna Connecting the Power CordNorth American European and Asian Models AC InletMonitor Out setting set to Hdmi Main or Hdmi Sub Monitor Out setting set to Both, BothMain or BothSubWhich Connections Should I Use? Video Connection FormatsMonitor Out setting set to Analog For details, refer to Video Resolution ChartDepends on the Audio TV Out setting Audio Connection FormatsStandby indicator Turning On/Off the AV ControllerTurning On Turning OffSetting the Display Brightness Displaying Source InformationTOR Using the Sleep Timer Using the Home MenuMuting the AV Controller Using Headphones Using Activities to Start Easy MacrosStarting Components Using Activities Changing the Input DisplayAudyssey MultEQ XT32 Room Correction and Speaker Setup Restoring DefaultUsing Audyssey MultEQ XT32 Turning Off the ComponentsEnter Error Messages Changing the Speaker Settings ManuallyUsing a Powered Subwoofer Using the Tuner Tuning into Radio StationsListening to the Radio Listening to the RadioPresetting FM/AM Stations Using RDS excluding North American modelsFinding Stations by Type PTY Listening to Traffic News TPRDS program types PTY Connecting a Recording Component RecordingRecording Separate AV Sources AV RecordingUsing the Listening Modes Listening Mode ButtonsSelecting Listening Modes About Listening Modes Explanatory NotesInput Source Speaker LayoutListening Modes Resolution Audio Description Input Speaker Source Layout DTS-HD HighDTS-HD Master AudioListening Mode Description Input Speaker Source Layout Modes can be used Neural DigitalMusic *5 Sources such as MP3s and Internet streamsOnkyo-Original DSP Listening Modes Advanced Setup On-screen Setup MenusCommon Procedures in Setup Menu MenuInput/Output Assign Monitor OutOUT Main Resolution Hdmi InputBD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, PC, Tape TV/CD, PHONO, Port Component Video Input ` in 1, in 2,Digital Audio Input Analog Audio InputSpeaker Setup Speaker SettingsSpeaker Distance Level CalibrationEqualizer Settings THX Audio SetupBGC Audio Adjust Multiplex/MonoDolby Dolby Volume Volume LevelerHalf Mode PLIIz Height GainSource Setup Dynamic Volume Reference LevelIntelliVolume SyncName Edit Picture Adjust Resolution*2*4 Mosquito NR*2*3*4*6Random NR*2*3*4*6 Block NR*2*3*4*6Listening Mode Preset DTS/DTS-ES/DTS-HDVolume Setup OSD Setup12V Trigger A/B/C Setup MiscellaneousHardware Setup Sirius Settings North American modelsRemote ID Multi ZonePower Control Hdmi ControlRIHDAudio Return Channel TV ControlLock Setup Using the Audio SettingsAudyssey Settings Dolby VolumeSpeaker Levels Music OptimizerSetting the Incoming Digital Signal Fixed Mode Re-EQAudio Selector Connecting the AV Controller About NETNetwork Requirements Listening to Internet Radio Listening to vTuner Internet RadioListening to Other Internet Radio Registering Presets*1 Station and Song PresetsPlaying Music Files on a Server Items on the Internet Radio Top MenuWindows Media Player 11 Setup Supported Audio File Formats WMAWAV AACWindows Media Player 12 Setup Remote Playback from Media Server/ Personal ComputerServer Requirements About DlnaNetwork Settings Using Remote PlaybackDhcp List of the device’s contents appears About USBUSB Mass Storage Device Requirements Playing Music Files on a USB DeviceFolder1 02SongTrack2 Artist Album 011234 Connecting Zone Connecting Your Zone 2 SpeakersMulti Zone Zone 2 Video OutputSetting the Multi Zone Connecting Your Zone 3 SpeakersZone 2 Maximum Volume, Zone 3 Maximum Volume Zone 2 Out, Zone 3 OutUsing Zone 2/3 Zone 2 Power On Volume, Zone 3 Power On VolumeControlling Zone 2/3 from the AV controller Zone 2 Component OutControlling Zone 2/3 with the Remote Controller Adjusting the Volume for ZonesAdjusting the Tone and Balance of Zones Muting ZonesUsing the 12V Triggers Trigger OUT B and CUsing a Multiroom Kit with Zone 2/3 Using a Multiroom Kit with a CabinetUsing a Multiroom Kit with Other Components Standard Mode control Extended Mode controlPlaying Music Files on the iPod/iPhone Top screen listConnecting an Onkyo Dock Models sold are different depending on the regionOnkyo Dock Cable Using the Onkyo Dock UP-A1 DockControlling Your iPod RI DockWithout the RI Control With the RI ControlAvailable buttons Onkyo Dock Buttons UP-A1 DockUDock E/rENTER PLAYLISTe/rPreprogrammed Remote Control Codes Looking up for Remote Control CodeControlling Other Components Use q/wto select Search by model number Via network, and then press EnterOr if you are not sure about the exact model Select Skip, and then press EnterEntering Remote Control Codes Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via uRemote Mode BD/DVD TapeResetting Remote Mode Buttons Resetting the Remote ControllerYou can reset the remote controller to its default settings Controlling Other ComponentsComponents Buttons Cassettetape deckTV VOL q/w CH + Disc +Activities Setup Learning Commands To learn more commands, repeat steps 2Following buttons cannot learn new commands Remote MODE, ALL OFF, MY MOVIE, MY TV, MY Music and ModeUsing Normal Macros Deleting Learning CommandsMaking Macros Running MacrosTroubleshooting Standby indicator flashes redCan’t turn on the AV controller There’s no sound, or it’s very quietThere’s no sound with a certain signal format Can’t select the Pure Audio listening modeAbout DTS signals Only the center speaker produces soundRemote controller doesn’t work There’s no pictureThere’s no picture from a source connected to an Hdmi On-screen menus don’t appearCan’t learn commands from another remote controller Can’t access the server or Internet radioCan’t access the music files on a USB device Stand-by power consumptionSound changes when I connect my headphones Speaker distance cannot be set as requiredDisplay doesn’t work How do I change the language of a multiplex sourceImportant Note Regarding Video Playback Nent Video Monitor OUTSpecifications Amplifier SectionVideo Section Tuner SectionAbout Hdmi Supported Audio FormatsAbout Copyright Protection Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder About p-compatible componentsOperations that can be performed with p connection How to connect and setup Confirm the connecting and settingConfirm the settings Operate with the remote controllerFirmware Update Update procedureUpdating the Firmware via Network Before you startTroubleshooting Errors during update via networkUpdating the Firmware via USB Errors during update via USB Video Resolution Chart OutputOnkyo Europe Electronics GmbH Onkyo Europe Electronics GmbH UK Branch