Displaying Radio Text (RT)

1 Press RT/PTY/TP once.

The RT information scrolls across the display.

Note

The message “Waiting” may appear while the AV receiver waits for the RT information.

If the message “No Text Data” appears on the display, no RT information is available.

Finding Stations by Type (PTY)

You can search for radio stations by type.

1

Press RT/PTY/TP twice.

 

The current program type appears on the display.

2

Use PRESET e/rto select the type of program

 

you want.

 

See the table shown later in this chapter.

3

To start the search, press ENTER.

 

The AV receiver searches until it finds a station of the

 

type you specified, at which point it stops briefly

 

before continuing with the search.

4

When a station you want to listen to is found, press

 

ENTER.

If no stations are found, the message “Not Found” appears.

Listening to Traffic News (TP)

You can search for stations that broadcast traffic news.

1 Press RT/PTY/TP three times.

If the current radio station is broadcasting TP (Traffic Program), “[TP]” will appear on the display, and traffic news will be heard as and when it’s broadcast. If “TP” without square brackets appears, this means that the station is not broadcasting TP.

2 To locate a station that is broadcasting TP, press

ENTER.

The AV receiver searches until it finds a station that’s broadcasting TP.

If no stations are found, the message “Not Found” appears.

RDS program types (PTY)

Type

Display

 

 

None

None

 

 

News reports

News

 

 

Current affairs

Affairs

 

 

Information

Info

 

 

Sport

Sport

 

 

Education

Educate

 

 

Drama

Drama

 

 

Culture

Culture

 

 

Science and technology

Science

 

 

Varied

Varied

 

 

Pop music

Pop M

 

 

Rock music

Rock M

 

 

Middle of the road music

Easy M

 

 

Light classics

Light M

 

 

Serious classics

Classics

 

 

Other music

Other M

 

 

Weather

Weather

 

 

Finance

Finance

 

 

Children’s programmes

Children

 

 

Social affairs

Social

 

 

Religion

Religion

 

 

Phone in

Phone In

 

 

Travel

Travel

 

 

Leisure

Leisure

 

 

Jazz music

Jazz

 

 

Country music

Country

 

 

National music

Nation M

 

 

Oldies music

Oldies

 

 

Folk music

Folk M

 

 

Documentary

Document

 

 

Alarm test

TEST

 

 

Alarm

Alarm!

 

 

En

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Onkyo HT-R590 instruction manual Displaying Radio Text RT, Finding Stations by Type PTY, Listening to Traffic News TP

HT-R590 specifications

The Onkyo HT-R590 is a versatile and feature-rich home theater receiver that has garnered attention for its impressive audio performance and user-friendly design. This device serves as the heart of a home entertainment system, delivering a dynamic audio experience that enhances movies, music, and gaming.

One of the standout features of the HT-R590 is its support for high-definition audio formats. The receiver is capable of decoding Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, making it an excellent choice for those who appreciate high-quality sound in their media. With a powerful output of 100 watts per channel, it can drive even the most demanding speakers, ensuring that soundtracks and effects come to life with clarity and depth.

The HT-R590 also features a variety of connectivity options, including multiple HDMI inputs that support 4K video pass-through. This means that users can connect their Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices without hassle, making it easy to create a comprehensive home theater setup. The receiver also includes legacy connections for older devices, such as composite and component video inputs, providing flexibility for various audio and video sources.

Another notable characteristic of the Onkyo HT-R590 is its incorporation of Audyssey technology. This advanced room correction technology optimizes the sound output based on the specific acoustics of the room. By analyzing the space and adjusting the audio settings accordingly, users can achieve a balanced and immersive sound experience, regardless of room dimensions or speaker placements.

The user interface of the HT-R590 is designed with convenience in mind. A clear and intuitive remote control allows users to navigate settings, adjust audio levels, and switch inputs with ease. Furthermore, the on-screen display simplifies the setup process, guiding users through configuration steps to ensure optimal performance.

In addition to its robust audio capabilities, the Onkyo HT-R590 supports various streaming options through built-in Bluetooth technology. This allows users to easily connect their smartphones and tablets to stream music directly to the receiver, expanding the functionality beyond traditional home theater setups.

In summary, the Onkyo HT-R590 is an excellent choice for anyone looking to elevate their home audio experience. With its high-definition audio support, extensive connectivity options, advanced room correction technology, and user-friendly interface, this receiver stands out as a formidable option in the home theater market, delivering exceptional sound quality and versatility for a wide range of multimedia applications.