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HT-RC160 specifications

The Onkyo HT-RC160 is a versatile home theater receiver that provides a powerful audio experience, making it an excellent choice for enthusiasts seeking to elevate their home entertainment systems. With a sleek design and robust feature set, the HT-RC160 delivers remarkable audio quality, alongside extensive connectivity options.

One of the key features of the HT-RC160 is its ability to support high-definition audio formats. The receiver is equipped with Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio decoding, ensuring that users enjoy an immersive sound experience equal to that of a cinema. This support for advanced audio formats allows for clearer, more dynamic sound with rich detail, perfect for movies, music, and gaming.

Featuring a seven-channel amplifier, the HT-RC160 delivers 100 watts per channel, allowing for a powerful performance that fills larger rooms. Users can easily configure their audio setup with its multi-room capabilities, which enable the use of independent zone audio output. This feature allows different audio sources to be enjoyed in separate rooms simultaneously, enhancing the overall versatility of home audio entertainment.

Connectivity is another strong suit of the HT-RC160, boasting an extensive array of input and output options. The receiver includes multiple HDMI inputs, allowing for seamless connection with various devices such as Blu-ray players, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. With support for 3D video and 4K pass-through, users can future-proof their home theater setup while enjoying superior picture quality.

Additionally, the HT-RC160 is equipped with Onkyo's renowned Audyssey technology, which automatically calibrates the audio settings based on room acoustics. This ensures that users experience optimal sound quality tailored to their specific environment, providing a balanced listening experience for any media type.

The receiver also includes USB input for easy access to audio file playback from USB storage devices, complementing its array of multimedia capabilities. The intuitive remote control adds convenience, allowing users to switch between sources, adjust settings, and navigate through audio and video options effortlessly.

In conclusion, the Onkyo HT-RC160 is a well-rounded home theater receiver that combines high-quality sound, advanced audio technologies, and flexibility in connectivity. Its powerful amplification, support for high-definition formats, and clever features like Audyssey calibration make it an ideal centerpiece for any home entertainment system. For those who aspire to enjoy movie nights, gaming, or music in the highest fidelity, the HT-RC160 stands out as an impressive option.

Contents

HT-RC160 Avis Important Safety Instructions Batteries and Heat Exposure Warning PrecautionsPower Preventing Hearing Loss Caution Make sure you have the following accessories Supplied AccessoriesSpeaker cable labels Contents Connections FeaturesAmplifier Processing Front high left and right speakers Multiroom CapabilityMain Room Zone 2 Room Front Panel Front & Rear Panels Display Front & Rear Panels Rear Panel VCR/DVR IN/OUT TV/TAPE IN/OUTGame CBL/SAT Installing the Batteries Remote ControllerAiming the Remote Controller Controlling the AV Receiver Remote Controller Center speaker About Home TheaterEnjoying Home Theater Front left and right speakers Using Dipole Speakers Connecting the AV ReceiverConnecting Your Speakers Speaker Configuration Connecting the Speaker Cables Connecting the AV ReceiverConnecting a Powered Subwoofer Speaker Connection Precautions Front high Bi-amping Speaker Hookup Bi-amping the Front Speakers Attach the FM antenna, as shown Connecting AntennaConnecting the Indoor FM Antenna Connecting the AM Loop Antenna Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna Connecting an Outdoor FM AntennaUsing a TV/FM Antenna Splitter Optical Digital Jacks AV Connection Color Coding About AV ConnectionsAV Cables & Jacks About Copyright Protection Connecting Components with HdmiAbout Hdmi Supported Audio Formats Step Video SignalsAudio Signals Making Hdmi Connections Which Connections Should I Use? Connecting Both Audio & VideoVideo Connection Formats Audio Connection Formats Signal SelectionSignal Selection Example DVD/BD player, etc Audio Signal Flow Chart TV, projector Etc Connecting a TV or ProjectorVideo Connection Audio Connection DVD/BD player Connecting a DVD/BD Player DVD/BD recorder Connecting a VCR or DVD/BD Recorder for Playback Make the audio connection a Connecting a VCR or DVD/BD Recorder for RecordingRecorder Satellite, cable, set-top box, etc Digital in Optical 2 CD Game Console Connecting a Game Console Make the audio connection a Connecting a Camcorder or Other DeviceConnecting a Portable Audio player Make the connection a Phono preamp is necessary to connect a turntable that Connecting a CD Player or TurntableCD Player or Turntable MM with Built-in Phono Preamp Step An MC head amp and phono preamp are necessary to Connecting a Cassette, CDR, MiniDisc, or DAT Recorder If Your iPod Doesn’t Support Video Connecting an RI DockConnecting a Dock with the Universal Port connector If Your iPod Supports Video Make the uconnection see illustration below Connecting Onkyo u ComponentsConnecting the Power Cord Auto Power On/Standby Have you connected an Onkyo RI Dock? Turning On the AV ReceiverTurning On and Standby Smooth Operation in a Few Easy Steps Onscreen Setup Menus and Display First Time SetupUsing the Display to change the settings Using the Onscreen Setup Menus Video Input Setup First Time SetupHdmi Input Setup Then use the Left and Right e/r buttons to select Component Video SetupTons to select 2. Component Video Input, and then press Tons to select 3. Digital Audio Digital Input SetupInput, and then press Enter Tons to select 1. Speaker Set Speaker SettingsPowered Zone Press the Receiver button Followed by the Setup button Use the Left and Right e/r Buttons to select 200kHz/10kHz FM/AM Frequency Step SetupPress the Receiver button Tons to select 2. Tuner, Changing the Input Display Second measurement point Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker SetupMeasurement Positions First measurement point Connected TV Using Audyssey 2EQWhen you’ve finished, press the Enter button Turn on the AV receiver Save CancelPress Enter Following screen appears Microphone Error MessagesDisconnect the speaker setup Speaker Detect Error Writing Error Changing the Speaker Settings ManuallyUsing a Powered Subwoofer Speaker matching error Selecting the Input Source Select a listening mode and enjoySee Using the Listening Modes on Basic Operations Displaying Source Information Adjusting the Bass & TrebleSetting the Display Brightness Basic Operations You can temporarily mute the output of the AV receiver Using the Sleep TimerUsing Headphones Muting the AV receiver Listening to the Radio Using the TunerTuning into Radio Stations Listening to the Radio Listening to the Radio Presetting AM/FM StationsSelecting Presets Deleting Presets Putting Your iPod in the Dock UP-A1 series Dock for iPodAbout the UP-A1 series Dock Compatible iPod models Controlling iPod Using Your iPod models Alarm ClockCharging Your iPod models Battery UP-A1 series Dock for iPod Status messages AV Recording RecordingRecording Separate AV Sources Selecting on the AV receiver Using the Listening ModesSelecting with the Remote Controller Selecting Listening Modes Available Listening Modes Using the Listening ModesListening Modes Available for Each Source Format Mono/Multiplex Sources Stereo Source PLIIx Music Channel SourcesDirect Stereo Mono DolbyDigital Plus/TrueHD Multichannel PLIIx Movie Discrete DTS-ES Matrix Resolution Audio/DTS-HD Master Audio PLIIz HeightDTS-ES Discrete/Matrix Sources Direct About the Listening Modes Onkyo Original DSP Modes Pages Advanced SetupOnscreen Setup Menus Main menu Submenus Common Procedures in Setup Menu Advanced SetupSpeaker Setup Unit Feet LPF of LFEDouble Bass*9 Speaker Distance Left and Right e/ r buttons to select a speaker Equalizer SettingsLevel calibration Press the Down w button to select Channel, and then use Dolby EX Audio AdjustMultiplex/Mono Settings Dolby Settings PLIIx Music 2ch Input Audyssey Settings DTS Setting Neo6 MusicTheater-Dimensional Setting Using the Audio Settings Speaker Layout Audyssey Dynamic VolumeCinemaFILTER Music Optimizer Assigning Listening Modes to Input Sources Listening Mode Preset menu appearsSignal format selection menu appears When you’ve finished, press the Setup button IntelliVolume Source SetupSync To correct a character Name Edit Volume Setup Miscellaneous Volume/OSD SetupOSD Setup Remote ID Hardware SetupTuner Disconnect → Rihd Off Power ControlColor Hdmi Control Rihd Using the Video Settings Lock Setup Digital Input Signal Formats Zone Connecting ZoneConnecting Your Zone 2 Speakers Directly to the AV receiver Connecting Your Zone 2 Speakers to an Amp in Zone Zone 2, and use the Left Right e/r buttons to select Setting the Powered ZoneButtons to select Powered Use the Up and Down q/ w Controlling Zone 2 with the Remote Controller Using ZoneControlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver Use the VOL q/ w button Adjusting the Volume for ZoneMuting Zones Zone 2 button, and then Controlling Other Components Preprogrammed Remote Control CodesLooking up for Remote Control Code Controller Setup, and then Buttons to select Works, Remote Mode Setup menuControlling Other Components If you can control component Entering Remote Control Codes Resetting Remote Mode Buttons Remote Control Codes for Onkyo Components Connected via uResetting the Remote Controller Controlling a TV Controlling a DVD/BD Player, or DVD/BD Recorder Controlling a VCR or PVR Play Mode buttonPlayback button Controlling a Satellite Receiver or Cable Receiver Disc +/- button Controlling a CD Player Turns on the backlight for 30 seconds When Using an RI DockWorks as a Mode button when used with a DS-A2 RI Dock Controlling an RI Dock Reverse Play t button Controlling a Cassette RecorderPrevious and Next 7/6 buttons Rewind and Fast Forward 5/4 buttons Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Onscreen menus don’t appear Remote Controller Remote controller doesn’t workAV receiver’s remote controller doesn’t control your iPod There’s no picture from a source connected to an Hdmi How do I change the language of a multiplex source Others Sound changes when I connect my headphonesRecording Can’t record Zone There’s no sound Tuner Section SpecificationsAmplifier Section Video Section Video Resolution Chart 103 Memo Onkyo Europe UK Office Onkyo Europe Electronics GmbH Option de port universel Getting Started En-2Fr-2 Universal Port Option Dock for iPod En-2 Appendix Speaker Precautions Package Contents Surround left and right speakers SKR-770 Enjoying Home TheaterFront left and right speakers SKF-770 Center speaker SKC-770 Speaker terminals Getting to know Your Speaker PackageRear Keyhole slots Attaching the Speaker Bases Getting to know Your Speaker Package Subwoofer SKW-770 Setting the Subwoofer Level Connecting the Subwoofer Connecting the SpeakersSpeaker Connection Precautions Connecting the Speaker Cables Wall Mounting Connecting the SpeakersUsing the Cork Stoppers for a More Stable Platform Using the Floor Pads for Subwoofer Subwoofer does not There’s no soundComing from certain Speakers? Surround/Surround Back Speakers SKR-770/SKB-770 Powered Subwoofer SKW-770Front Speakers SKF-770 Center Speaker SKC-770 Universal Port Option Dock for iPod About the UP-A1 PrecautionsCompatible iPod/iPhone models Getting to Know the UP-A1 Connecting the UP-A1Troubleshooting Specifications En-17