Using an RIHD- compatible TV, Player, or Recorder

p, which stands for Remote Interactive over HDMI, is the name of the system control function found on Onkyo components. The AV receiver can be used with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which allows system control over HDMI and is part of the HDMI standard. CEC provides interoperability between various components, however, operation with components other than p-compatible components cannot be guaranteed.

About p-compatible components

The following components are p-compatible (As of January 2012).

TV

Toshiba TV

Sharp TV

Players/Recorders

Onkyo and Integra p-compatible players

Toshiba players and recorders

Sharp players and recorders (only when used together with Sharp TV)

*Models other than those mentioned above may have some interoperability if compatible with CEC, which is part of the HDMI Standard, but operation cannot be guaranteed.

Note

For proper linked operations, do not connect more p- compatible components than the quantities specified below, to the HDMI input terminal.

Blu-ray Disc/DVD players: up to three.

Blu-ray Disc/DVD recorders/Digital Video Recorders: up to three.

Cable/Satellite Set-top boxes: up to four.

Do not connect the AV receiver to another AV receiver/AV amplifier via HDMI.

Proper linked operations are not guaranteed when more p-compatible components than the above-mentioned quantities are connected.

Appendix

Operations that can be performed with

pconnection

For p-compatible TV

The following linked operations are enabled by connecting the AV receiver to an p-compatible TV.

The AV receiver will enter standby mode when the TV is set to standby.

You can set on the menu screen of the TV to either output the audio from the speakers connected to the AV receiver, or from the speakers of the TV.

It is possible to output the audio coming from the tuner or auxiliary input of your TV to the speakers of the AV receiver. (A connection such as an optical digital cable or similar is required in addition to the HDMI cable.)

Input to the AV receiver can be selected with the remote controller of the TV.

Operations such as volume adjustment or similar for the AV receiver can be performed from the remote controller of the TV.

For p-compatible players/recorders

The following linked operations are enabled by connecting the AV receiver to an p-compatible player/recorder.

When playback is started on the player/recorder, AV receiver will switch to the HDMI input of the player/recorder that is playing back.

Operation of the player/recorder is possible using the remote controller supplied with the AV receiver.

*Depending on the model used, not all operations may be available.

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TX-NR616 specifications

The Onkyo TX-NR616 is a versatile and high-performing 7.2-channel network receiver that has gained a reputation among home theater enthusiasts for its impressive sound quality and extensive feature set. Designed to deliver an immersive audio experience, the TX-NR616 combines advanced technologies with user-friendly functionality, making it a popular choice for both casual listeners and audiophiles alike.

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