Connecting Your Components—Continued

Connecting a Satellite, Cable, or Terrestrial Set-top box or Other Video Source

Hint!

With this hookup, you can use your satellite or cable receiver to listen to your favorite TV programs via the AV receiver, which is useful if your TV has no audio outputs.

Step 1: Video Connection

Choose a video connection that matches the video source ( A , B , or C ), and then make the connection. If you use connection A , you must connect the AV receiver to your TV with the same type of connection.

Step 2: Audio Connection

Choose an audio connection that matches the video source ( a , b , or c ), and then make the connection.

•With connection , you can listen to and record audio from the video source or listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3.

•To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection or . (To record or listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3 as well, use and , or and .)

Connection

AV receiver

Signal flow

Video source

Picture quality

 

A

 

COMPONENT VIDEO 3 IN

⇐

Component video output

Best

 

 

 

CBL/SAT IN S

⇐

S-Video output

Better

 

B

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C

 

CBL/SAT IN V

⇐

Composite video output

Standard

 

 

 

CBL/SAT IN L/R

⇐

Analog audio L/R output

 

 

a

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

b

 

DIGITAL COAXIAL IN 3

⇐

Digital coaxial output

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL OPTICAL IN 2

⇐

Digital optical output

 

 

c

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

b

c

A

RS232

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ANTENNA

 

 

 

COMPONENT VIDEO ASSIGNABLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AM

 

 

 

 

IN 3

IN 2

IN 1(DVD)

MONITOR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Y

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUX 1

GAME/TV

CBL/SAT

VCR/DVR

DVD

MONITOR

 

 

IR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

V

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

REMOTE

CB/PB

 

 

 

V

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ZONE 2

 

 

 

CONTROL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DIGITAL ASSIGNABLE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COAXIAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 1

(DVD)

CR/PR

 

 

 

S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

S

 

OUT

B

 

 

IN

 

IN

OUT

IN

IN

IN

IN

OUT

IN

IN

FRONT

 

CENTER

SURR

IN 2

(VCR/DVR)

L

L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN 3

(CBL/SAT)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OPTICAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUBWOOFER

 

a

IN 1

 

PHONO

 

CD

 

TAPE

AUX 1

GAME/TV

CBL/SAT

VCR/DVR

DVD

 

 

MULTI CH

 

(GAME/TV)

GND

 

 

SURR BACK R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ZONE2 R

 

 

FRONT R

 

SURR R

 

CENTER

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bi-AMP

 

 

 

 

 

IN 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(CD)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

FRONT R (BTL)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

L

 

R

 

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

Y

PB

PR

AUDIO

S VIDEO

VIDEO

OUT

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

Connect one or the other

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TX-SR805, TX-SR875 specifications

The Onkyo TX-SR875 and TX-SR805 are both powerful AV receivers that have garnered attention for their impressive sound quality and robust feature sets. These models are designed to meet the needs of home theater enthusiasts looking for high-performance audio and video experiences.

The TX-SR875 is a 7.1-channel network AV receiver known for its ability to deliver breathtaking audio fidelity. One of its standout features is its HD Theater 3D processing, which utilizes advanced surround sound algorithms to create a genuinely immersive listening experience. The receiver supports various audio formats, including Dolby TrueHD and DTS-HD Master Audio, which are essential for modern Blu-ray and streaming services that aim to provide high-resolution sound.

In addition to its audio prowess, the TX-SR875 features a user-friendly on-screen interface, making navigation through various settings and configurations straightforward. The inclusion of HDMI 1.3a inputs ensures compatibility with the latest video sources, allowing for full 1080p video pass-through. Furthermore, the receiver's Faroudja DCDi technology enhances video quality by reducing artifacts and improving upscaling for standard-definition content.

The TX-SR805 is slightly more streamlined but still boasts impressive capabilities. This 7.1-channel receiver shares many similarities with the TX-SR875, including support for high-definition audio formats and HDMI connectivity. However, it focuses more on providing essential features at a more accessible price point. The TX-SR805 features the same audio processing technologies as its higher-end counterpart, ensuring a quality listening experience with support for multi-channel surround sound.

Both receivers are equipped with Onkyo's proprietary Advanced Music Optimizer technology, which enhances compressed audio files, offering improved sound quality from MP3s or streaming services. The receivers also come with Audyssey MultiEQ technology, which automatically calibrates speaker settings based on your specific room acoustics, ensuring optimal sound quality tailored to your home environment.

In summary, the Onkyo TX-SR875 and TX-SR805 AV receivers deliver high-quality audio and video performance, making them excellent choices for home theater setups. Their combination of cutting-edge processing technologies, multiple audio format support, and user-friendly features set them apart in the competitive landscape of AV receivers. Whether you choose the TX-SR875 for its premium features or the TX-SR805 for its value-oriented offerings, both models promise a superior home entertainment experience.
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