Getting to Know the AV Receiver

Front Panel

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MASTER VOLUME

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SETUP MIC

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For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses.

ASTANDBY/ON button (36)

Sets the AV receiver to On or Standby.

BSTANDBY indicator (36)

Lights up when the AV receiver is on Standby and flashes while a signal is being received from the remote controller.

CRemote-control sensor (12)

Receives control signals from the remote controller.

DDisplay

See “Display” on page 10.

EInput selector buttons (42)

Select the input sources.

The [MULTI CH] button selects the multichannel DVD input.

FArrow/TUNING/PRESET and ENTER buttons

When the tuner is selected, the TUNING [] [] buttons are used for radio tuning, and the PRESET

[] [] buttons are used to select radio presets (see page 45). With the setup menus, they work as arrow buttons and are used to select and set items. The ENTER button is also used with the setup menus.

GMASTER VOLUME control (42)

Sets the volume of the AV receiver to MIN, 1 through 79, or MAX.

HPHONES jack (50)

This 1/4-inch phone jack is for connecting a stan- dard pair of stereo headphones for private listening.

IDISPLAY button (43)

JDIGITAL INPUT button (41, 62)

Used to assign the digital inputs and to specify the format of digital input signals.

KTONE, [–], and [+] buttons (49)

Used to adjust the bass and treble.

LSTEREO button (51)

Selects the Stereo listening mode.

MLISTENING MODE []/[] buttons (51)

Select the listening modes.

NDIMMER button (49)

Adjusts the display brightness.

OMEMORY button (45)

Used when storing or deleting radio presets.

PTUNING MODE button (44)

Selects the Auto or Manual tuning mode for AM and FM radio.

QSETUP button

Used to access the setup menus.

RSETUP MIC (38)

The automatic speaker setup microphone connects here.

SRETURN button

Selects the previously displayed setup menu.

TAUX INPUT (30, 56)

Used to connect a camcorder, games console, and so on. There are jacks for composite video and analog audio.

Displays various information about the currently selected input source.

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Onkyo HT-SP904 instruction manual Getting to Know the AV Receiver, Front Panel

HT-SP904 specifications

The Onkyo HT-SP904 is a sophisticated home theater system that combines sleek design with cutting-edge audio technology, providing a comprehensive solution for immersive entertainment experiences. This system is aimed at both home theater enthusiasts and casual viewers, delivering exceptional sound quality whether you're watching movies, playing games, or listening to music.

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In summary, the Onkyo HT-SP904 is a powerful home theater system that excels in sound quality, connectivity, and design. With its 5.1-channel setup, advanced amplification technology, and support for high-definition audio and video formats, it caters to both the needs of audiophiles and the everyday viewer. Whether you’re hosting a movie night or enjoying your favorite playlist, the HT-SP904 promises a compelling audio experience that enhances any entertainment setting.