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1. RC 444M For North American models OTE CONTRO REMO A4M LER STANDBY ON SLEEP DIMMER DISPLAY INPUT SELECTOR TAPE PHONO VIDEO 1 vb 2 TV VCR TV VOL TOP MEN lt RETURN For detailed descriptions on the buttons see Front panel facilities on pages 6 through 8 D SLEEP button For setting the sleep time This button is provided only on the remote controller refer to page 23 2 STANDBY ON button Turns on the TX DS494 or put it in standby 3 INPUT SELECTOR buttons For selecting the input source 4 SUR MODE button Press to select the surround mode 5 SW MODE button Press to select the subwoofer mode 6 DVD CD TAPE operation buttons For operating FR l connected Onkyo components connected to the TX DS494 When your remote controller is RC 444M you can operate TV VCR satellite tuner and cable TV tuner from other brand than Onkyo by storing the pre programming code For detailed descriptions on the buttons see Using remote controller on page 30 and Pre programming remote controller North American models only on page 32 7 TEST TONE CH SEL LEVEL a v buttons For setting the output levels for each speaker These buttons are provided only on the remote controller refe
2. CH TV VOL CH CN NES Q o a N gt CD 2 03 i 4 C8 C6 EB em GR 7 C0 X J LEVEL A Notes e With some brand s components some buttons may not work correctly f more than one code is given in the table try the code one by one until you reach the code for your component i e if the first code does not work then try the next Controlling a DVD player Buttons with programmed usage and operations are the same as the operational buttons on page 31 When entering the code of Onkyo DVD players There are three SETTING numbers Choose the SETTING number according to how you will be using the DVD player No 02 03 These codes are for operating the Onkyo DVD player by pointing the remote controller directly at it either because it does not have an FRI connector or it does but you are not using an R I cable and connecting it First enter 02 and if it does not operate properly enter 03 No 01 This code is for Onkyo DVD players that have RI connector that you are connecting to the TX DS494 with an RI cable You will then operate the DVD player by pointing the remote controller at the remote control sensor on the TX DS494 You do not need to enter this code because it is factory preset However if the code has been changed to 02 or 03 then you will need to change it back to 01
3. 3 These modes cannot be selected when SP SEL is set to 2 ch or 3 ch 4 Only STEREO can be selected when the PCM source has been recorded with a sampling rate 96 kHz 5 Only DOLBY D PL II if the source is a 2 channel source or STEREO can be selected when Dolby Digital surround audio is reproduced 6 The surround mode cannot be selected when MULTI CH is selected Selecting DOLBY PRO LOGIC Il surround 1 Press an input selector button to select the You can adjust the level of each speaker desired sound source Press the CH SEL button on the remote controller to select a speaker 2 Press the 00 0 5 SURROUND button repeatedly 2 Press the LEVEL A buttons on the remote controller to to select DOLBY PRO LOGIC Il vais Or lower the level The selected mode appears in the display Each time you press The speaker levels set here are cleared when this unit is set to the button the surround mode changes as follows STANDBY The speaker levels return to the levels set using the test tone de SMOD and When the TEST TONE button on the remote controller is pressed after the above adjustment the set levels will become 1 the levels adjusted using the test tone by overwriting the C T existing ones 3 Play the selected sound source 20 To enjoy Surround mode Selecting DOLBY DIGITAL DTS surround 1 Press an input selector button to select the desired sound source 2 Press the DU DTS SURROUND button 3
4. Pre programming code is only available on the RC 444M remote controller for TX DS494 North American model Learning a pre programming code You can make RC 444M remote controller to operate a product from other brand than Onkyo by storing the pre programming code of the brand in the RC 444M 1 Find the 2 digit number for the brand name of the component that you want to operate in the table on page 33 2 Turn on the component that you want to operate i e DVD satellite tuner or television 3 While holding down the MODE button on the RC 444M that you want to program press the LEVEL A button and then release both buttons 4 Within 30 seconds enter the 2 digit code number To enable entry of the 2 digit code number some of the remote controller keys become the numeric keys with the assignment as shown in the figure 5 Press some operation buttons for the component that you want to operate to check if the system operates properly If the system operates properly the code is correct If the component does not operate properly return to step 3 OTE CONTROL REMO AAM ER STANDBY ON SLEEP DIMMER DISPLAY I 2 INPUT SELECTO R PHONO TUNER CD D A TUNER SUR MODE SWMODE AUDIO SEL PRESET r I MODE TV CABLE SATELLITE VCR H VIDEO 1 2
5. 24 Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appli ances including amplifiers that produce heat Precautions 1 Warranty Claim You can find the serial number on the rear panel of this unit In case of warranty claim please report this number 2 Recording Copyright Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is illegal without permission of the copyright holder 3 AC Fuse The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user serviceable If power does not come on contact your Onkyo authorized service station 4 Care From time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth For heavier dirt dampen a soft cloth in a weak solution of mild detergent and water wring it out dry and wipe off the dirt Following this dry immediately with a clean cloth Do not use rough material thinners alcohol or other chemi cal solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or re move the panel lettering 5 Power WARNING BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY The voltage of the available power supply differs according to country or region Be sure that the power supply voltage of the area where this unit will be used meets the required voltage e g AC 230 V 50 Hz or AC 120 V 60 Hz written on the rear panel Worldwide models are equipped with a
6. AV Receiver X D8494 Instruction Manual Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV Receiver Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and listening enjoyment from your new AV Receiver Please retain this manual for future reference Contents Before using Trportantsdtes ardss Cer eoe 2 Pre are aes ieee tU 3 A 4 SUPP Hed accessorie Saa ert s n 4 Before usine this umts unan nn nn 5 Facilities and connections Prontpane store 6 IRcmotecontroller ccce doct nsn 9 Rear panel facilities cocer 10 Example of how to connect your equipment 12 SpeakcEy ote t 16 Connectins spedkcEs 17 CONNEC HIS antenas n nr eS 18 Connecting the power 20 Enjoying music or videos SPEKE 21 Sclectin a sound Source eee eerte 22 Listening to Radio Broadcasts 24 To enjoy Surround mode 26 Recording a d 20 Remote controller Using remote 30 Pre programming remote controller North American models only 32 Appendix Troubleshooting gutde 34 SPECIMCAUONS 6 nu back cover page WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELEC
7. Controlling a TV VCR Cable TV Satellite tuner 1 Press the desired MODE button 2 Press the STANDBY ON button to turn on the device 3 Press the desired operation button TV mode CH Changes the TV channel upward CH Changes the TV channel downward TV VOL Increases the TV volume TV VOL Decrease the TV volume TV VCR Switches the TV VCR inputs VCR mode CH Changes the received channel upward CH Changes the received channel downward Starts playback of videotape Hi Stops playback recording fast forward or rewinding gt Fast forwards the videotape 444 Rewinds the videotape M Lets playback pause temporarily CABLE SAT mode CH Changes the received channel upward CH Changes the received channel downward Pre programming remote controller North American models only CODE LIST Brand TV VCR CABLE DVD SAT ADMIRAL 01 03 01 AIWA 02 AOC 04 AUDIO DYNAMIC 03 04 BELL amp HOWELL 01 02 05 BROKSONIC 04 06 07 CANON 08 09 CITIZEN 10 CRAIG 05 08 10 CROSLEX 09 CURTIS MATHIS 04 08 10 02 09 11 DAE
8. TX DS494 97 10 1 12 SP SEL SW MODE DIGITAL INPUT FM MODE MEMORY SPEAKERS DOO DIGITAL DTS STEREO gt TUNED lt FMMUTE EDG La SLEEP PCM DIGITAL OU PRO LOGIC DSP MUTING FM STEREO MEMORY Front panel facilities D POWER switch Turns on the main power supply for the TX DS494 The TX DS494 enters standby state and the STANDBY indicator lights up Pressing the switch again to the off position E OFF shuts down the main power supply into the TX DS494 Before turning on the power make sure all cables are properly connected Turning on the TX DS494 may cause a momentary power surge that might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same circuit If this is a problem plug the TX DS494 into a different electrical circuit 2 STANDBY indicator Lights when the TX DS494 is in the standby state and flashes when a signal is received from the remote controller 3 STANDBY ON button When STANDB Y ON button is pressed to ON while the POWER switch is set to ON the display will light to show the current volume setting for about 5 seconds then show the current sound input source and listening mode Pressing the button again returns the TX DS494 to the standby state This state turns off the display disables control functions 4 SPEAKERS buttons Press to switch the speaker systems in use between A and B SPEAKERS A Select fo
9. 03 04 17 26 28 08 09 11 12 11 05 22 23 30 31 REALISTIC 02 05 09 20 25 32 SAMSUNG 04 13 29 28 31 33 12 SANSUI 03 SANYO 15 05 20 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 22 24 SCOTT 04 08 12 20 24 28 31 SHARP 02 13 14 01 32 SIGNATURE 2000 01 02 01 02 SONY 30 34 36 13 06 SYLVANIA 04 09 02 08 09 23 SYMPHONIC 08 02 TASHIRO 10 TATUNG 03 04 TEAC 02 04 TECHNICS 08 09 TOCOM 25 TOSHIBA 02 10 12 30 14 11 UNIDEN 08 VIDTECH 04 20 WARDS 04 13 14 01 10 20 32 37 YAMAHA 02 23 03 05 24 05 15 ZENITH 01 31 37 26 27 12 33 34 Troubleshooting guide If a problem occurs while you are using the remote controller first try to operate the controls on the front panel of the TX DS494 to make sure that it is not due to a malfunction or worn out batteries in the remote controller No power Power cord is disconnected Connect power cord page 20 There is external noise in the computer circuits of this unit Remove the AC plug from the outlet and then plug it again page 20 AC fuse blown Contact your Onkyo Service Center Power on but no sound e MUTING indicator flashes Press the MUTING button on the remote contr
10. COAXIAL 2 COAXIAL 1 Available for digital input but not set in initial setting Not available for digital input For example follow the steps below to assign OPTICAL to the DVD device connected to the DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL jack 1 Press the DVD Input Selector button The DVD input is selected and DVD appears in the display 2 Press the DIGITAL INPUT button The current DVD setting COAX 1 appears 3 Press the DIGITAL INPUT button repeatedly to select OPT Pressing the DIGITAL INPUT button repeatedly will change the setting as follows Select if connected to DIGITAL INPUT mE OPTICAL Select if connected to DIGITAL INPUT COAXIAL 1 Select if connected to DIGITAL INPUT COAXIAL 2 Select if the input source is not from a digital input jack About five seconds after OPT is selected the original display appears and the setting is completed If you have selected digital input you can also select the input signal format refer to Setting the input signal format on page 23 Note Do not assign a single DIGITAL INPUT jack to more than one source For example if you assign the OPTICAL jack to the DVD input since the OPTICAL jack is assigned to the CD input by the initial setting it would result in assigning a single OPTICAL jack to both the CD and DVD inputs Whenever you assign a DIGITAL INPUT jack to a different source from the initial setting be sure to change
11. Play the selected sound source You can adjust the level of each speaker 1 Press the CH SEL button on the remote controller to select a speaker 2 Press the LEVEL A V buttons on the remote controller to raise or lower the level The speaker levels set here are cleared when this unit is set to STANDBY The speaker levels return to the levels set using the test tone When the TEST TONE button on the remote controller is pressed after the above adjustment the set levels will become the levels adjusted using the test tone by overwriting the existing ones Note Sources other than Dolby Digital DTS encoded ones are reproduced with Dolby Pro Logic II Late Night function Since the audio in movies produced for theaters has a big difference between the highest and lowest levels dynamic range it is sometimes necessary to increase the volume to a very high level when you want to listen to low level audio such as environmental sounds and low human voices In such a case switch the Late Night function to ON to reduce the dynamic range so that even low level audio can be identifiable without increasing the overall listening volume This function is especially convenient when you have to view a movie at a low volume in the night time etc During Dolby Digital surround playback press the DSP button Each press of the button switches the Late Night function ON and OFF alternately Notes The Late Night function i
12. an tenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode See Figure 1 Lightning For added protection for the appliance during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and discon nect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and power line surges Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be lo cated in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into the appliance through openings as they may touch danger ous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the appli ance Servicing Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified ser vice per
13. antenna 2 Fully insert the stripped end of the cord ANTENNA Except for North American models Fully insert the end of the cord ANTENNA The FM indoor antenna is for indoor use only During use extend the antenna and move it in various directions until the clearest signal is received Fix it with push pins or similar implements in the position that will cause the least amount of distortion If the reception is not very clear with the attached FM indoor antenna the use of an outdoor antenna is recommended Assembling the AM loop antenna z S CS G 1 Rotate the outer frame of the antenna 2 Insert the bottom edge of the outer frame into the groove on the stand n Insert into the groove 3 Extend the antenna cord Connecting the AM loop antenna 1 Press down the lever 2 Insert the end of the cable into the hole 3 Release the lever The lever will return to the original position AM loop antenna Either of the split ends of the AM antenna can be connected to either terminal Unlike speaker cabling there 1s no polarity for AM broadcast signals The AM loop antenna 15 for indoor use only Set it in the direction and position where you receive signals clearly Put it as far away as possible from the TX DS494 televisions speaker cables and power cords When reception is not satisfactory with the attached AM loop antenna alone connection of an outdoor
14. antenna 1s recommended Connecting antennas If the reception condition cannot be improved by adjusting the provided antenna install an outdoor antenna and connect it to this unit Connecting an FM outdoor antenna Please make sure that you follow the considerations Keep the antenna away from noise sources neon signs busy roads etc tis dangerous to put the antenna close to power lines Keep it well away from power lines transformers etc To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock grounding is necessary Follow item 14 of the Important Safeguards on page 2 when you install the outdoor antenna FM outdoor antenna Directional linkage Do not use the same antenna for both FM and TV or VCR reception since the FM and TV or VCR signals can interfere with each other If you must use a common FM TV or VCR antenna use a directional linkage type splitter To TX DS494 To TV or VCR Connecting the antenna cable to the 75 300 antenna adapter Worldwide models only Connecting the coaxial cable 1 Prepare the coaxial cable as shown in the diagram 2 With your fingernail or a small screwdriver press the stoppers of the 75 300 antenna adapter outward and remove the cover Q Expand the P stoppers 3 Connect the 75 300 Q antenna adapter to the coaxial cable Clamp with radio pliers etc Push in the extremity of the conductor w
15. on DTS If you play a CD or LD that supports DTS when the ANALOG setting is selected on TX DS494 the DTS encoded signal will not be decoded and noise will be output This noise could damage the amplifier and speakers Therefore be sure to select AUTO and use the DIGITAL INPUT jacks OPTICAL COAXIAL to connect the DTS source Refer to Setting the input signal format on page 23 If you play a CD or LD that supports DTS when the AUTO setting is selected you may hear a noise for a short while until the DTS decoder recognizes the DTS encoded signal and starts operating This is not a malfunction e If you press the pause or skip button on the player while playing a DTS source a short noise may be heard This is not a malfunction The DTS indicator on the TX DS494 lights up while it plays the DTS source When playback concludes and the DTS signal transmission stops the TX DS494 remains in DTS mode and the DTS indicator remains lit This prevents noise when you operate the pause or skip button on the player Therefore if the source switches from the DTS signal to the PCM signal immediately the PCM signal may not be played In this case stop the playback of the source on the player for about 3 seconds then resume playback Some CD players and LD players may be unable to play DTS sources correctly even if you connect the player to the TX DS494 digitally This is because the digital signal has been pro
16. surge which might interfere with other electrical equipment on the same circuit such as computers If this happens use a wall outlet on a different circuit 1 Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet 2 Press the POWER switch to set the TX DS494 to standby state The STANDBY indicator lights up 3 Press the STANDBY ON button to turn on the TX DS494 The display lights up and the STANDBY indicator turns off If you press the STANDBY ON button again the receiver returns to standby mode Turning the power on from the remote controller Before you can use the remote controller you must perform steps 1 and 2 above and place the TX DS494 in the standby state Press the STANDBY ON button on the remote controller to turn on the TX DS494 take it out of the standby state To return the TX DS494 to the standby state press the STANDBY ON button on the remote controller gt To wall outlet Turning this unit ON from R I connected component When the DVD player CD player or MD recorder connected with the TX DS494 through 91 cables is turned on the TX DS494 automatically turns on and selects the source that was turned on Turning the TX DS494 off sets the f3l connected DVD player CD player or MD recorder to standby mode When the TX DS494 is already on pressing the play button on the DVD player CD player cassette deck or MD recorder merely selects the input source that was played Notes The f
17. system connected to the SPEAKERS A terminals see page 17 Notes The speakers cannot be set up for optimum audio reproduction if Headphones are connected see page 8 or The SPEAKERS B system is On see page 7 tis not necessary to set up again once you have completed the setup unless you change the speaker configuration Selecting the speaker configuration Press SP SEL button repeatedly to select the number of channels for the SPEAKERS A system When the button is pressed the current speaker setup will be displayed for about 5 seconds If you want to change it press the same button again within the 5 seconds When the button is pressed repeatedly the number of channels changes as follows Front left and right speakers Front left right and center speakers 5900 iQ Front left and right plus surround s left and right speakers Front left x ch right and center surround left and right speakers Setting the subwoofer mode Press SW MODE button repeatedly to select the subwoofer mode plus When the button is pressed the current subwoofer mode will be displayed for about 5 seconds If you want to change it press the same button again within the 5 seconds When the button is pressed repeatedly the subwoofer mode changes as follows When small with limited bass signal handling front speakers are connected When large wideband front speakers are connected When no subwoofe
18. the VIDEO 2 OUT L R Jacks Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the right channel to the R jack If the video cassette recorder has a digital output jack as well be sure to also connect it to either a DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL jack on the TX DS494 depending on the type of connector on the video cassette recorder With the initial settings of the TX DS494 the DIGITAL INPUT jack for the VIDEO 2 source is not assigned If you connect the video cassette recorder to the DIGITAL INPUT jack then this input source must be set for digital input at the DIGITAL INPUT button see page 12 Connecting a satellite tuner or television Using an RCA type video connection cable connect the video output terminal composite on the satellite tuner or television to the VIDEO 1 IN VIDEO jacks on the TX DS494 If there is an S video output terminal on the satellite tuner or television connect it to the VIDEO 1 IN S VIDEO jack using an S video cable Using an RCA type audio connection cable connect the audio output terminal on the satellite tuner or television to the same VIDEO 1 IN L R jacks on the TX DS494 Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the right channel to the R jack If the satellite tuner or television has a digital output jack as well be sure to also connect it to either a DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL jack on the TX DS494 depending on the type of connector on th
19. the appliance should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recom mended by the manufacturer PORTABLE CART WARNING An appliance and cart combina tion should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and ww uneven surfaces may cause the 5 3125 appliance and cart combination to overturn Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating and these openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface The appliance should not be placed in a built in instal lation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided There should be free space of at least 20 cm 8 in and an opening behind the appliance Power Sources The appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your appliance dealer or local power company Grounding or Polarization The appliance may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug s
20. 10 kHz steps 30 uV 40 dB 40 dB 40 dB 0 796 AC 120 V 60 Hz AC 230 240 V 50 Hz AC 220 230 V and 120 V switchable 50 60 Hz 3 4A 260W 435 x 150 x 339 mm 17 1 8 x 5 7 8 x 13 3 8 9 7 kg 21 4 Ibs 10 3 kg 22 7 lbs 10 9 kg 24 0 Ibs Infrared Approx 5 meters 16 ft Two batteries 1 5 V x 2 Specifications and features are subject to change without notice Power supply and voltage vary depending on the area in which the unit is purchased ONKYO CORPORATION Sales amp Product Planning Div 2 1 Nisshin cho Neyagawa shi OSAKA 572 8540 JAPAN Tel 072 831 8111 Fax 072 833 5222 ONKYO U S A CORPORATION 18 Park Way Upper Saddle River N J 07458 U S A Tel 201 785 2600 Fax 201 785 2650 E mail onkyo onkyousa com ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH Industriestrasse 20 82110 Germering GERMANY Tel 089 849 320 Fax 089 849 3265 E mail info onkyo de ONKYO CHINA LIMITED Units 2102 2107 Metroplaza Tower I 223 Hing Fong Road Kwai Chung N T HONG KONG Tel 852 2429 3118 Fax 852 2428 9039 HOMEPAGE http www onkyo co jp W0103 1 E SN 29343037
21. GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI NFPA 70 ANTENNA 4 LEAD IN ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM S2898A NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE For U S models Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s at tention to Article 820 40 of the NEC ANSI NFPA 70 which pro vides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical FCC Information for User CAUTION The user changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim its for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications How ever there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a par ticular installation If this eq
22. TRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Important Safeguards 10 11 Read Instructions the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed Cleaning Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning The appliance should be cleaned only as recom mended by the manufacturer Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards Water and Moisture Do not use the appliance near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like Accessories Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The appliance may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the appliance Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the appliance Any mounting of
23. WOO 04 11 12 09 12 13 DAYTRON 13 DBX 03 04 14 DENON 04 05 DIMENSIA 11 ECHOSTAR 01 EMERSON 04 08 13 14 06 07 13 15 17 FISHER 15 05 18 20 FUNAI 02 GE 03 04 16 18 09 11 21 GENERAL INSTRUMENT 06 13 02 GOLDSTAR 04 13 19 10 HAMLIN 01 05 HITACHI 04 13 20 21 08 11 22 07 INSTANT REPLAY 08 09 JC PENNEY 03 04 17 19 03 05 09 11 22 JERROLD 06 13 02 JVC 22 03 04 06 01 KENWOOD 03 04 10 KTV 04 08 13 LXI 03 09 10 15 02 05 10 18 20 22 MAGNAVOX 04 09 13 08 09 23 08 MARANTZ 03 04 MARTA 10 MEMOREX 09 20 MINOLTA 11 22 MITSUBISHI 04 23 24 27 MULTITECH 02 26 28 NEC 04 03 04 03 04 OAK 14 16 OLYMPIC 08 09 ONKYO 01 03 PANASONIC 16 18 24 08 09 29 17 19 05 07 09 PENTAX 11 22 PHILCO 04 09 13 08 09 PHILIPS 09 08 09 23 PIONEER 10 18 25 08 20 21 08 10 PORTLAND 04 26 PRIMESTAR 02 PROSCAN 03 08 09 11 12 22 23 30 31 QUASAR 17 18 08 09 RADIO SHACK 03 04 08 23 10 RCA
24. al Coaxial plug Analog signal Satellite tuner or TV VCR SG Digital signal VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 lt Signal flow 19 16 Positioning speakers This unit has two sets of speaker system terminals for SPEAKERS A and SPEAKERS B Before connecting the speakers place them correctly by consulting the instruction manuals that came with them For surround playback the configuration and placement of your speakers are very important Standard speaker system for reproducing surround sound Front right and left speakers Center speaker Produces a rich sound image by serving as a sound source for the front right and left speakers and enhancing the sonic movement Surround right and left speakers Adds three dimensional sonic movement and produces environmental sound associated with the background and effect sound for each scene Subwoofer Produces powerful and heavy bass If the subwoofer and center speaker are not available The sound recorded for the center speaker and the subwoofer will be properly distributed to the front right and left speakers for optimized surround playback Speaker placement Ideal speaker placement varies depending on the size of your room and the wall coverings Here only typical example of speaker placement and recommendations are shown Important points regarding speaker placement Front left and right speakers and center speaker Place these three speak
25. cessed such as the output level sampling frequency frequency response etc and the TX DS494 cannot recognize the signal as DTS data Therefore you may hear noise when you play a DTS source while processing the signal The TAPE OUT or VIDEO 2 OUT jacks of the TX DS494 output analog audio Do not record CDs or LDs that support DTS using these jacks Otherwise you will record a DTS encoded signal as noise To enjoy Surround mode Y DTS SURROUND din STEREO DSP INPUT SELECTOR E TOP MENU RETURN TEST TONE 5 ors BASS TREBLE 22 AV RECEIVER TX DS494 CH SEL LEVEL A Y Input selector Relationship between input sources and surround modes The surround modes that can be selected are variable depending on the sienal formats employed with the Input sources Input source signal format Dolby Digital gt MULTI CH Source software Tape Record CD Audio DVD Video DVD LD CD LD Video DVD Tuner Video DVD Digital satellite Video DVD Listening mode broadcast puvp 1 1 ps owwsme e e j C7 CBlb bk micas e e 1 Only STEREO can be selected when SP SEL is set to 2 ch when SPEAKERS B is selected or when headphones are used 2 When SP SEL is set to 3 ch 3 ST is displayed in place of PL
26. ckling noise on AM FM Noise caused by turning fluorescent lamp on and off Move antenna as far as possible from the fluorescent lamp Noise from automobile ignition Install an FM outdoor antenna as far as possible from the road page 19 Change the position or direction of the outdoor antenna TUNED and STEREO indicators light on but sound is distorted and stereo separation is bad Station is too strong Change to FM indoor antenna page 18 Multiple reflection of the radio waves because of tall buildings or mountains Use antenna which has better directivity and select a point where the distortion is least page 19 TUNED and STEREO indicators flicker and hiss is heard on FM Station is too weak Install an outdoor FM antenna page 19 Stereo FM broadcasts cover only about half the distance of an ordinary broadcast Change the position or direction of the outdoor antenna No station is recalled The power cord has been unplugged or the POWER switch has been turned off for a long time The memory contents are lost Store all stations again page 25 REMOTE CONTROLLER Front panel controls function but remote controller does not e No batteries in remote controller Insert batteries page 5 Batteries have worn out Replace batteries page 5 Remote controller is not pointed at the remote sensor of the TX DS494 Point the r
27. d sound source Hecording a source DISPLAY STEREO SURROUND DSP O O 6 O STANDBY O POWER eue ae ON a OFF SPEAKERS SPSEL SWMODE DI MMODE TUNING PRESET A CS waar AUDIO 3 pvp VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 TAPE FM AM PHONO iss Em CEC OE VCR I PHONES C Em m m m m m m m m E mm m m m m m m m m BAS TREBLE AV RECEIVER TX DS494 Input selector To record the input source signal you are currently watching or listening to Recording of video and or audio signals can be performed on the components connected to the VIDEO 2 OUT and TAPE OUT audio only jacks 1 Press an input selector button to select the input source to record The input source is now selected and you may watch or listen to it as desired The currently selected input source signal to the TAPE OUT and VIDEO 2 OUT outputs for recording Start recording at the recording component as desired Notes You can record analog audio but not digital audio Make sure that you have made a correct analog connection If you change the input source during recording you will rec
28. d the remote control sensor The STANDBY indicator lights up when the unit receives a signal from the remote controller Remote control sensor TX DS494 Approx 5 meters 16 feet Notes Place the unit away from strong light such as direct sunlight or inverted fluorescent light which can prevent proper operation of the remote controller Using another remote controller of the same type in the same room or using the unit near equipment which uses infrared rays may cause operational interference Donot put objects on the remote controller Its buttons may be pressed by mistake and drain the batteries Make sure the audio rack doors do not have colored glass Placing the unit behind such doors may prevent proper remote controller operation f there is any obstacle between the remote controller and the remote control sensor the remote controller will not operate Front panel facilities Here is an explanation of the controls and displays on the front panel of the TX DS494 YQ Gu 9 6 Q 8 5 ONKYO DISPLAY STEREO SURROUND DSP MASTER VOLUME DSTANDBY ON LISTENING MODE gt j STANDBY POWER ON OFF DIMMER SP SEL SW MODE DIGITAL INPUT FM MODE MEMORY TUNING PRESET F 1 WRAT Sinn E BASS _ TREBLE i AUDIO DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 TAPE FM PHONO CD SELECTOR O He PHONES Av RECEIVER
29. e 1 Press the desired input selector button The selected source name appears in the display If the TAPE button is pressed either the TAPE or MD input which has been selected beforehand will be displayed The TAPE and MD sources can be switched alternately by holding the TAPE button for about 2 seconds 2 When the selected source is other than FM AM or PHONO press the AUDIO SELECTOR button on the front panel or the AUDIO SEL button on the remote controller to select an audio input signal format Each time the button is pressed the setting cycles AUTO gt MULTI CH gt ANALOG AUTO back to the beginning refer to page 23 3 Make sure that the SPEAKERS A indicator lights up in the display If it does not light press the SPEAKERS A button 4 Start playing the selected input source Follow the operating instructions for the source device 5 Adjust the volume with the MASTER VOLUME dial on the front panel or the VOLUME A v buttons on the remote controller Turn the MASTER VOLUME dial clockwise to increase the volume or counterclockwise to decrease it 6 Adjust the tone with the BASS and TREBLE control knobs on the front panel Turn the BASS and TREBLE control knobs to adjust the bass and treble response from the Front speakers refer to page 8 Note If you hear no sound from the speakers check the following items Make sure that all devices and speakers are connected correctly and secu
30. e SPEAKERS A button CLEAR appears in the front display and the TX DS494 enters the standby state 35 Specifications AMPLIFIER SECTION Continuous Average Power output FTC All channels Continuous Power output DIN Maximum Power output EIAJ Total Harmonic Distortion IM Distortion Damping Factor Input Sensitivity and Impedance PHONO LINE CD TAPE DVD VIDEO 1 2 MULTICHANNEL INPUT FRONT L R SURROUND L R CENTER SUBWOOFER DIGITAL 2 COAXIAL Output Level and Impedance Rec out TAPE VIDEO 2 Pre out SUBWOOFER Phono Overload Frequency Response RIAA Deviation Tone Control Bass Treble Signal to Noise Ratio Phono CD Tape VIDEO SECTION Input Sensitivity and Impedance VIDEO DVD VIDEO 1 2 55 watts per channel min RMS at 8 ohms 2 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0 08 total harmonic distortion 70 watts min RMS at 6 ohms 2 channels driven from 1 kHz with no more than 0 1 total harmonic distortion 75 watts x 5 at 6 ohms 100 watts x 5 at 6 ohms 0 08 at rated power Front 0 08 at rated power Front 60 at 8 ohms Front 2 5 mV 50 kohms 200 mV 50 kohms 200 mV 50 kohms 36 mV 50 kohms 0 5 Vp p 75 ohms 200 mV 2 2 kohms V 2 2 kohms 110 mV RMS at 1 kHz 0 5 T H D 20 Hz to 100 kHz 1 3 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz 0 8 dB 10 dB at 50 Hz 10 dB at 10 kHz 80 dB IHF A 5 mV input 100 dB IHF A Vp p 75 ohm
31. e STANDBY ON button to turn on the Onkyo DVD player 3 Press the desired operation button DVD operation buttons gt El gt gt udo 4 P lt lt DISC Starts playback of DVD Stops playback Searches the disc in the forward direction Searches the disc in the reverse direction Lets playback pause temporarily or advances the disc frame by frame Starts playback from the beginning of the next chapter track Starts playback from the beginning of the current chapter track This button is valid when the DVD changer is used and selects the disc to be played OSD operation buttons TOP MENU Displays the top menu of each DVD disc MENU Displays a menu recorded in the DVD disc RETURN Returns to the previous menu SETUP Displays the setup menu Alv lt m Selects an item in a menu ENTER Enters the selection in memory STANDBY ON OTE CONTROL REMOT A438 LER STANDBY ON SLEEP DIMMER DISPLAY INPUT SE LECTOR PHONO TUNER DVD VIDEO 1 vis A T TUNER SUR MODE SW AUDIO SEL PRESET MODE STANDBY ON DVD O 9 DVD MODE DVD operation buttons C i OSD operation buttons 31 32 Pre programming remote controller North American models only
32. e satellite tuner or television With the initial settings of the TX DS494 the VIDEO 1 input source is set for digital input at the COAXIAL 2 jack If the digital connection is made at a jack different from the initial settings this must be changed see page 12 Connecting a television monitor or projector Using an RCA type video connection cable connect the video input terminal composite on the monitor to the MONITOR OUT VIDEO jack on the TX DS494 If there is an S video input terminal on the monitor connect it to the MONITOR OUT S VIDEO jack using an S video cable Example of how to connect your equipment Example of video equipment connections DVD player or LD player TV monitor or Projector DVD MONITOR OUT e bora por VIDEO S VIDEO NER ud ABE My Ys 1 d DIGITAL INPUT ws m ON NE NN EN NN Es OU EHH S Ai m m m m m m m m m m m m mm 91 ummmumummum E E E t G ptem E cid m mmm 5 9 Wa Ba NN OD s UND UND E m m m VIDEO 1 9 BQ mm m Nm NN NM NN NM KG UN KG KG K REE m Em m m m EE eR E m m m m om E NE NH NM NN NN GN SD UD OS ND UD m UN US i 1000 Video Audio L i LAL S Video plug DIGITAL SVIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO S VIDEO m m m m m m i i OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT OUT IN IN OUT S video sign
33. ecting Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been made For input jacks red connectors marked R are used for the right channel white connectors marked L are used for the left channel and yellow connectors marked VIDEO are used for video connection nsert all plugs and connectors securely Improper connections can result in noise poor performance or damage to the equipment FF Improper connection Inserted completely Do not bind audio connection cables with power cords and speaker cables Doing so may adversely effect the sound quality For a detailed explanation of how to connect the devices given below refer to the pages listed Speakers See page 17 Radio antenna See page 18 Setting the digital inputs When connecting digital source components to the DIGITAL INPUT jacks on the rear panel assign the input source button on the front panel to either a DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL jack depending on the type of connector on the digital source components The DVD CD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 and TAPE inputs can be assigned to the DIGITAL INPUT jacks With the initial setting the OPTICAL connector is assigned to the CD input COAXIAL 1 is assigned to the DVD input and COAXIAL 2 is assigned to the VIDEO 1 input and no input connector is assigned to the VIDEO 2 and TAPE inputs Default setting Digital input Input source TAPE VIDEO 2 VIDEO 1 DVD
34. emote controller at the remote sensor of the TX DS494 page 5 e Remote controller is too far from the TX DS494 Operate the remote controller within 5 meters 16 feet page 5 RC 444M remote controller does not operate Onkyo DVD player properly North American models only Pre programming code is improper Change the pre program code page 32 OTHER LATE NIGHT function cannot be used Playback source is not Dolby Digital encoded Check that the 00 DIGITAL indicator lights up in the display pages 8 28 Multichannel audio is not output nput signal format is set to AUTO or ANALOG Check that the component is connected to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT port and check the input signal format setting pages 11 23 Also refer to the respective instruction manuals of the compact disc player DVD player video cassette recorder TV monitor etc that compose your entertainment system The TX DS494 contains an internal microcomputer that performs high level operations However on extremely rare occasions noise or interference from an external source or static electricity may cause faulty operation If this occurs unplug the power cord from the wall outlet wait five or more seconds and then plug it back in This should correct the situation To reset the surround mode and other settings to the factory default settings hold down the VIDEO 1 button with the TX DS494 turned on and then press th
35. ening mode PP When an RDS station broadcasting PS information is settled as the input source European models only Press the DISPLAY button once to initiate the frequency display Pressing the button again switches the display to the other display Program Service src Preset no FM frequency Preset no pe POPE 9d FM Listening mode jode ere The frequency display returns to the previous display after the frequency display has lasted for about 5 seconds 9 6 LISTENING MODE buttons Press these buttons to select a listening mode for the current input source STEREO Select for normal stereo output LIL DTS SURROUND Select for the DOLBY PRO LOGIC II DOLBY DIGITAL or DTS surround modes DSP Select for the ORCHESTRA UNPLUGGED or ALL CH ST surround modes During Dolby Digital playback this button is used to switch the Late Night function between ON and OFF Front panel facilities 7 DIMMER button Press to set the brightness of the front display The brightness changes to normal and dim The dimmer control for the front display can also be performed by using the remote controller MASTER VOLUME dial The MASTER VOLUME dial is used to control the volume level Turn the dial clockwise to increase the volume level and counterclockwise to decrease it 9 PHONES jack This is a standard stereo jack for connecting stereo headphones The audio
36. ers at the same height from the floor Placeeach speaker so that sound is aimed at the location of the listener s ears at the listening position nstall the left and right front speakers at the same distance from the listening position Surround left and right speakers Place these speakers so that their height is 1 meter 3 3 feet higher than that of the listener s ears Subwoofer Thesubwoofer can provide a similar sound effect regardless of the installation position provided that it is installed within the room containing the listening position TV Monitor screen Subwoofer Center Speaker Surround Surround left right speaker speaker Listening position Connecting speakers After installing the speakers connect them to the TX DS494 CAUTION SPEAKER IMPEDANCE 6 min per each speaker terminal Preparation of speaker cords 1 Strip away 15 mm 5 8 inch pomme of wire insulation M C 2 Twist wire ends very tight Connecting the speaker cord 1 Loosen the screw e N 2 Fully insert the end of the cord 3 Tighten the screw Connecting to SPEAKERS A Front left speaker Front right speaker Subwoofer SUB WOOFER PRE OUT Front left speaker Front right speaker To prevent damage to circuitry never short circuit the positive and negative speaker wire Be sure to connect the positive and negative cables for the s
37. es and the MUSIC mode optimized for listening to music In the MOVIE mode the surround channel which has been monaural and based on narrow band is reproduced in stereo so that the feeling of movement in the played movies is more enhanced In the MUSIC mode the surround channel reproduces natural sound field even with 2 channel music sources The MOVIE mode allows you to enjoy VHS and DVD software carrying the DO basvsussous marking as well as some of TV broadcast programs The MUSIC mode allows you to enjoy stereo music from CD etc Analog PCM Pulse Code Modulation surround Analog sources include the audio records AM FM broadcasting and cassette tapes The PCM Pulse Code Modulation signal is a kind of digital audio signal which is recorded directly on CD or DVD without being compressed When an analog or PCM source is played you can enjoy unique surround modes to Onkyo as listed below ORCHESTRA This mode is suitable for classics and opera music The center channel is cut and the surround channels are emphasized to widen the stereo image It will simulate a natural reverberation that can be created in a large hall UNPLUGGED This mode is suitable for acoustic instrumental sounds vocals and jazz music By emphasizing the front stereo image it will simulate the acoustics in front of the stage ALL CH ST This mode is useful for background music The front and surround channels will create a stereo image Notes
38. for the front right and left speakers are sent to the headphone speakers When the headphones are plugged in the listening mode automatically changes to STEREO and sounds are not output from the speakers AUDIO SELECTOR button Press to select an audio input signal format other than FM AM and PHONO Each time this button is pressed the setting cycles AUTO gt MULTI CH ANALOG gt AUTO back to the beginning refer to page 23 dn Input Selector Buttons DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 TAPE FM AM PHONO and CD These buttons are used to select the input source Pressing and holding the TAPE button for about 2 seconds allows the TAPE and MD sources to be switched 12 BASS and TREBLE control knobs Boosts or cuts the bass and treble response BASS Adjusts the bass response from the Front speakers and headphones Turn the knob clockwise to boost the bass response Turn the knob counterclockwise to cut the bass response TREBLE Adjusts the treble response from the Front speakers and headphones Turn the knob clockwise to boost the treble response Turn the knob counterclockwise to cut the treble response 13 Remote control sensor This sensor receives the control signals from the remote controller SP SEL button Press to select the optimum speaker configuration 15 SW MODE button Press to select the subwoofer mode DIGITAL INPUT button When digital components are connected to the DIGITAL INPUT Jac
39. hould still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety pur pose of the polarized plug AVIS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK g RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE DO NOT OPEN NE PAS OUVRIR The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance 13 14 15 16 Ig 18 19 20 servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appliance Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the appliance be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 provides in formation with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an
40. ill record the audio signals from the newly selected input source and the video signals assigned to that input source You cannot record the surround effects 29 Using remote controller You can operate the R 1 Onkyo CD player cassette tape deck or DVD player with the remote controller provided with the TX DS494 The illustration shows the RC 443S remote controller x Controlling an Onkyo CD player x 91 connector of the Onkyo compact disc player must be connected to the TX DS494 refer to page 11 1 Press the CD MODE button eS STANDBY ON SLEEP DIMMER DISPLAY 1 2 Press the STANDBY ON button to turn on the Onkyo compact disc player INPUT SELECTOR TAPE PHONO TUNER VIDEO 1 vide 2 o E TUNER SUR MODE SWMODE AUDIO SEL PRESET Y 3 Press the desired operation button W Starts playback of CD Stops playback fast forward or fast reverse STANDBY ON el W P Fast forwards the CD G gt I i1 CD operation 4 44 Fast reverses the CD m videi W Lets playback pause temporarily i CD MODE PPI Skips to the beginning of the next track TA lA Skips to the beginning of the current or previous track DISC This button is valid when the CD changer i
41. ing down the MEMORY button FM MODE MEMORY O C EA Once the preset station has been cancelled the memory location can be used to store another station 29 26 To enjoy Surround mode The TX DS494 s surround sound enables you to enjoy the presence of a movie theater or concert hall in your room Before using a surround mode make sure the speaker setup has been set refer to page 21 The configuration of the speakers are very important for the surround sound Refer to Positioning speakers on page 16 and Connecting speakers on page 17 Surround modes DOLBY DIGITAL Surround DTS Digital Theater System Surround This 5 1 channel digital surround format enables you to individually record and play five full range 20 Hz 20 kHz channels left and right front center two surround channels plus an LFE channel Low Frequency Effect for the low range effect sound It will create a realistic sound that could be heard in the theaters and concert halls DOLBY DIGITAL Select this option when you play a DVD DTS Select this option when you play a DVD player laser disc or CD that has a 19 mark DOLBY PRO LOGIC II surround This is a 5 channel surround system of a new generation casting a bridge between the previous 4 channel Left Right Front Center and monaural surround channels Pro Logic surround and 5 1 channel Dolby Digital surround Dolby Pro Logic II provides the MOVIE mode optimized for viewing movi
42. ion digital speed sensitive volume control Absolute volume display Separate PC printed circuit boards for audio and video sources Large bright fluorescent display 2 Mode display dimmer normal dim Individual input selectors for each source Headphone jack standard size Audio mute remote controller Sleep timer remote controller Battery free memory backup 2 Switched AC convenience outlets with a total 120 watts max 100 watts max for European Asian models Heavy duty power cord Large non resonant feet Heavy gauge anti resonant reinforced steel chassis Vibration resistant cover Brushed aluminum front panel Powerful preprogrammed remote North American models Supplied accessories Check that the following accessories are supplied with the TX DS494 FM indoor antenna x 1 Connector will vary depending on model specifications Remote controller x 1 Batteries AA R6 or UM 3 x 2 RC 443S for models other than North American models RC 444M for North American models The following accessories may be available depending on the area which it was purchased 75 300 Q antenna adapter x1 Conversion plug 1 Use this plug if the power cord plug of the TX DS494 does not fit your AC outlet Shape may vary depending on the area which it was purchased Declaration of Conformity We ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH INDUSTRIESTRASSE 20 82110 GERMERING GERMANY declare in own responsibility tha
43. ire 4 Cut the ferrite core wire Cut the ferrite core wire with nippers etc Distribute the wire along the groove 5 Reinstall the cover The cover lt S Connecting the 300 ribbon wire 1 Loosen the screws with a screwdriver Wrap the wire around these screws Tighten the screws with a screwdriver Connecting an AM outdoor antenna An outdoor antenna will be more effective if it is stretched horizontally above a window or outside AM loop antenna Indoor Outdoor antenna Connect both antennas Notes Do not remove the AM loop antenna To avoid the risk of lightning and electrical shock grounding is necessary Follow item 14 of the Important Safeguards on page 2 when you install the outdoor antenna 19 20 Connecting the power STANDBY indicator STANDBY ON SPSEL SWMODE DIGITAL INPUT mm AV RECEIVER TX DS494 BASS Connecting the power The TX DS494 is shipped with the main power POWER switch in the on position lt ON When the power cord is plugged in for the first time the TX DS494 will automatically enter the standby state and the STANDBY indicator will light same condition after step 2 below Before you plug in the TX DS494 confirm that all connections have been made properly Turning on the power may cause a momentary power
44. istening mode indicators PRO LOGIC II DSP and STEREO lights according to the current listening mode D MUTING indicator Flashes when the mute function is active E FM STEREO indicator Lights up when an FM stereo broadcast station is received F TUNED indicator Lights up when a radio station is received G MEMORY indicator Lights up when the MEMORY button is pressed in the radio station preset operation H FM MUTE indicator Lights up to indicate FM muting It extinguishes when the monaural reception mode is started by pressing the FM MODE button DRDS indicator European models only Lights up when a RDS station is received J Multi function display In usual operation shows the current input source and volume When the FM or AM input is selected it shows the frequency and preset number When the DISPLAY button is pressed it shows the listening mode and input source format However it does not show the source format when the FM or AM source is selected Remote controller RC 443S For models other than North American models N STANDBY ON SLEEP DIMMER DISPLAY E o J 2 Me INPUT SELECTOR TAPE PHONO TUNER VIDEO 1 2 gt SUR MODE SW MODE AUDIO SEL P ms RETURN TESTTONE CH SEL
45. ive channels into 6 Q at kHz Asian models JEITA Wide Range Amplifier Technology WRAT Extended Frequency Response 20 Hz to 100 kHz Full bandwidth power to all 5 main channels High current low impedance 6 Ohm drive for all five channels Oversized electrolytic capacitors State of the art linear PCM 96 kHz 24 bit DACS for all channels Fully discrete output stages for all five channels Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry Massive isolated transformer 2 Large high grade extruded aluminum heat sinks A B speaker drive Tone control bass treble for front L R speakers Auto protection circuitry Audio Video Features Dolby Digital DTS Dolby Pro Logic II decoding All Channel stereo 7 DSP soundfields High Definition DSP Late night mode on off Basy set speaker configuration Extensive bass management circuitry 5 1 Channel input Automatic signal detection 3 Assignable digital inputs 2 coaxial 1 optical 3 S video inputs and 1 output 3 A V inputs 3 Audio inputs Phono input Dedicated line level subwoofer pre out Full input output cassette and VCR loops 7 Sets of heavy duty multiway speaker binding posts dual banana plug compatible FM AM Tuner Features Outstanding selectivity and sensitivity 30 FM AM random presets FM auto tuning RDS European models with PS Red FM stereo indicator 75 Ohms antenna input FM indoor antenna supplied AM loop antenna supplied Other Performance Features Precis
46. ks of the TX DS494 use this button to assign the DIGITAL INPUT jacks to them according to their forms of connection 1 FM MODE button Press to switch the reception mode between stereo and monaural If audio is interrupted or noise interferes with audio during FM stereo broadcasting press this button to switch to the monaural reception mode MEMORY button This button is used to assign the radio station that is currently tuned in to a preset channel or delete a previously preset station TUNING lt gt buttons Use these buttons to change the tuner frequency The tuner frequency is displayed in the front display and it can be changed in 50 kHz increments for FM and 10 kHz or 9 kHz increments for AM When FM is selected you can hold down one of the TUNING B gt buttons and then release it to activate the auto search feature It will search for a station in the direction of the button you pressed and stop when it tunes into one 20 PRESET buttons These buttons make it possible to store desired radio stations under the desired preset numbers and recall them with an easy operation Qn Display A SPEAKERS indicators Shows the current speaker system in use B SLEEP indicator Lights up when the sleep timer is active O Source Listening mode indicators One of these indicators lights to show the format of the current source as PCM DIGITAL 00 DIGITAL or DTS In addition one of the l
47. less than 10 minutes e While the sleep function is enabled you can press the SLEEP button to see how much time is left Mute function Remote controller only The muting function can turn down the playback sound immediately This can useful for example when you receive a telephone call while listening to music or another source Press the MUTING button on the remote controller The MUTING indicator will flash and the sound from the speakers or headphones will be switched off by the receiver s audio muting circuits 2 MUTING 2 Press the MUTING button again to turn the sound back on Note The mute function will be cancelled if you turn off the TX DS494 23 24 Listening to Radio Broadcasts MEMORY FM MODE PRESET TUNER PRESET A Y UD DTS PHONO BASS AV RECEIVER TX DS494 FM AM Listening to FM AM radio stations FM and AM broadcasting can be received either by tuning into a station or selecting a preset station TUNED indicator Band Frequency FM TUNED indicator FM STEREO indicator FM MUTE indicator EE u Ex RDS DE EK DPUPRSPG d indicator Band Frequency TUNING a p Tuning into a radio station 1 Press either the AM or FM input selector button 2 Using the TUNING B buttons on the front panel tune into the statio
48. mat is displayed Each press of the button switches the displayed input format as follows AUTO is skipped when the selected input is not assigned to the DIGITAL INPUT jacks refer to page 12 Select this setting to play a digital signal When a digital signal is not input the analog signal is played Select this setting to play back the i input from the component connected to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT port Select this setting to play back the input from a source component connected to an audio input jack After 5 seconds the original display appears and the setting is completed Notes With ANALOG setting even if a digital signal is input from the same component only the analog signal will be output When a digital input setting is changed while an input signal format other than MULTI CH is set the digital input becomes automatically ANALOG if it has been or AUTO if it has been OPT COAX 1 or COAX 2 Sleep function Remote controller only The sleep timer can turn off the power to the system after a specified time period Press the SLEEP button on the remote controller The SLEEP indicator will light and SLEEP 90 MIN the TX DS494 will turn off after 90 minutes appears in the display e Pressing the SLEEP button each time reduces the time value in 10 minute increments e cancel the sleep function press the SLEEP button when the time displayed is
49. n you desire When you tune into a radio station TUNED indicator appears in the display If you tune into an FM station in stereo then FM STEREO indicator lights up The tuner frequency changes in 50 kHz increments for FM and 10 kHz or 9 kHz increments for AM When tuning into FM stations you can press the TUNING lt 4 B button continuously for more than 0 5 seconds to scan for an FM station in the direction of the button you pressed FM auto tuning mode After you release the button and a station is received in stereo the scanning Stops If no FM station can be tuned in automatically If the signal 1s weak or is too noisy press the FM MODE button to cancel the FM MUTE function This turns the FM MUTE indicator off and initiates the monaural reception mode In this mode noise between stations is audible but sound interruption experienced in the stereo reception mode is removed To return to the stereo reception mode press the FM MODE button so that the FM MUTE indicator lights up Receiving RDS European models only When an RDS Radio Data System station broadcasting PS Program Service Name information is received the RDS indicator lights up and the name of the station is displayed RDS reception is only available on the European models and only in areas where RDS broadcasts are available Listening to Radio Broadcasts Presetting a radio station By storing presetting frequently received radio station
50. ndent from the speaker levels set using the test tone page 21 These settings are not applied to speakers reproducing MULTI CHANNEL INPUT Notes e MULTI CH cannot be selected when FM AM or PHONO is selected as the input source The surround mode cannot be selected when MULTI CH 1s selected Also if MULTI CH is selected during use of a surround mode it is canceled automatically f the speaker level is set to 1 dB or higher the maximum level indicated in the display will change if you raise the volume level Regardless of the speaker configuration the input signal will be output to each corresponding speaker For example even if the speaker configuration is set to 2 ch sound comes from all speakers Selecting a sound source Setting the input signal format If the input source is DVD CD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 or TAPE you can specify the input signal format With the initial setting AUTO is assigned to the DVD CD and VIDEO 1 inputs and ANALOG is assigned to the TAPE and VIDEO 2 inputs You can change this according to the signal format of the input source For example follow the steps below to specify the input signal format for the VIDEO 2 input 1 Press the VIDEO 2 button VIDEO 2 is selected as the input source and VIDEO 2 appears in the display 2 Press the AUDIO SELECTOR button The current setting is displayed 3 Press the AUDIO SELECTOR button repeatedly until the desired input signal for
51. ned up Turntable and speakers are too close together Move them farther apart Rough or scratchy sound High range is not clear Stylus of turntable pick up is worn Replace Turntable stylus tip is dirty Clean Treble control too high Turn treble control down page 8 VIDEO and AUDIO Desired picture does not appear e Improper connection Check the connection again Insert the plugs and connectors completely pages 10 15 Picture and sound do not match e Improper connection Check connections pages 10 15 No picture appears on the TV screen or monitor e TV or monitor is not set to receive the output signals from the receiver Set the TV or monitor to the receiver input Video cable is not connected securely Check connections pages 10 15 Troubleshooting guide FM AM TUNER AM stations cannot be received AM loop antenna is not attached Connect the included AM loop antenna to the AM antenna terminals page 18 Buzzing noise on AM particularly conspicuous at night or with weak stations Noise from electrical apparatus such as fluorescent lamp Move the AM loop antenna to different position page 18 Setup an outdoor AM antenna page 19 High pitched noise or buzzing noise on AM Noise from TV set Place the AM loop antenna as far as possible from the TV Move unit away from TV set Cra
52. nnect the output terminals PLAY of the device to the TAPE IN L R jacks on the TX DS494 and the input terminals REC to the TAPE OUT L R jacks Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the right channel to the R jack If the device has a digital output jack as well be sure to also connect it to either a DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL jack on the TX DS494 depending on the type of connector on the device With the initial settings of the TX DS494 the DIGITAL INPUT jack for the TAPE source is not assigned If you connect the device to the DIGITAL INPUT jack then this input source must be set for digital input at the DIGITAL INPUT button see page 12 Example of audio equipment connections rh GND PHONO CD QG 1c i GND AUDIO OUT Turntable PHONO Audio L lt b Tape deck MD recorder DAT deck CD recorder TAPE IN AUDIO OUT REC PLAY DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL NN AQ GNO s s D s GR amp i L OPTICAL 8 AUDIO DIGITAL OUT OUT CD player CD A em Analog signal Optical plug SO DR m m m m m m m m Digital signal lt Signal flow 13 14 Example of how to connect your equipment Connecting your video components Connecting a DVD player or LD player Using an RCA type video connection cable connect the video output terminal composi
53. nserted completely Do not bind audio video connection cables with power cords and speaker cables Doing so may adversely effect the picture and sound quality SUB MONITOR DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 WOOFER OUT PRE OUT IN IN IN w DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL COAXIAL 1 2 ANTENNA z R mre OO ANTENNA These terminals are for connecting the FM antenna and AM antenna refer to page 18 GND Use this GND terminal for connecting the ground or earth wire if a turntable is connected Refer to Connecting a turntable on page 13 SUB WOOFER PRE OUT This terminal is for connecting an active subwoofer MONITOR OUT The monitor output includes both RCA type and S video configurations This output is for connecting television monitors or projectors ONEKYOsec AV RECEIVER MODEL NO TX DS494 CENTER SPEAKER AC OUTLETS AC 120V 60Hz ITCH TOTAL 120W 1A MAX VIDEO IN OUT There are 3 video inputs each one includes both RCA type and S video configurations and 1 RCA type video output Connect DVD players LD players VCRs or other video components to the video inputs The video output channel can be used to be connected to video tape recorder for making recordings RCA type jack 9 lt am _ S Video jack IlSSu 6 SPEAKERS Speaker
54. oller to turn it off page 23 Bad connections Check connections speaker leads etc pages 10 17 e Amplifier protection circuitry has been activated will be displayed Contact your Onkyo Service Center nput selector is not set properly Set to correct input source page 22 Headphones are connected Lower volume and then disconnect headphones page 8 No sound from the center speaker or very minimal sound Speaker cable is not corrected Check the connection between the TX DS494 and the speaker page 17 istening mode is set to STEREO or ORCHESTRA If listening mode is set to STEREO or ORCHESTRA the center speaker outputs only the effect sound pages 26 28 Speaker configuration is set to 2 ch or 4 ch Set the speaker configuration to the 3 ch or 5 ch page 21 No sound or very low volume from subwoofer e Subwoofer mode is set to OFF Check the subwoofer mode setting page 21 Subwoofer mode setting is improper Check the subwoofer mode setting page 21 Hum low frequency noise Pooror no input ground Check outer conductor of input plugs pages 10 15 Pooror no phono motor ground Check for proper ground connection page 13 The placement of the audio connection cables on the rear panel is incorrect Adjust the placement of the cable to reduce hum Howling when the volume is tur
55. ord the signals from the newly selected input source You cannot record the surround effects You cannot record the source connected to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT port Recording the video from one source and the audio from another You can add the sound from one source to the video of another source to make your own video recordings Below is an example of recording the sound from a compact disc player connected to CD L R jacks and the video from a video camera connected to VIDEO 1 IN VIDEO jack to video cassette tape in a video cassette recorder connected to the VIDEO 2 OUT L R and VIDEO jacks Video camera 1 Insert a CD in the CD player and insert a tape in the video camera connected to the VIDEO 1 Insert a video tape for recording in the video cassette recorder connected to VIDEO 2 OUT Press the VIDEO 1 input selector button Press the CD input selector button This switches the audio output to CD but the video output remains VIDEO 1 that has been selected in step 3 Start recording on the video cassette recorder and start playing at the CD player and video camera as desired The recorded video signal becomes the output from the video camera and recorded audio signal becomes that from the CD player Notes You can record analog audio but not digital audio Make sure that you have made a correct analog connection If you change the input source during recording you w
56. ower supply in your area before plugging in the unit Determine the proper voltage for your area 220 230 V or 120 V If the preset voltage is not correct for your area insert a screwdriver into the groove in the switch Slide the switch all the way to the right 120 V or to the left 220 230 V whichever is appropriate 2 E3 SVIDEO opo oO DEO MULTI R S CHA A FRONT SPEAKE VOLTAGE SELECTOR 220 230V 120V N Installing batteries into the remote controller 1 Remove the battery compartment cover by pressing and sliding the cover 2 Insert two AA R6 or UM 3 batteries into the battery compartment Carefully follow the polarity diagram positive and negative symbols inside the battery compartment 3 After batteries are installed and seated correctly replace the compartment cover Notes e Do not mix new batteries with old batteries or different kinds of batteries To avoid corrosion remove the batteries if the remote controller is not to be used for a long time e Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid damage from corrosion If the remote controller does not operate smoothly replace both batteries at the same time The life of the batteries supplied is about six months but this will vary depending on usage Using the remote controller Point the remote controller towar
57. peakers properly If they are mixed up the left and right signals will be reversed and the audio will sound unnatural Connect speakers with an impedance between 6 Q and 16 Connecting speakers with an impedance less that 6 may damage the TX DS494 Do not connect more than one speaker cable to one speaker terminal Doing so may damage the TX DS494 When you are using only one speaker or when you wish to listen to monaural mono sound a single speaker should never be connected in parallel to both the right and left channel terminals simultaneously NO NO Connecting a subwoofer Use the SUB WOOFER PRE OUT jack to connect a subwoofer with a built in power amplifier If your subwoofer does not have a built in amplifier connect an amplifier to the SUB WOOFER PRE OUT jack and the subwoofer to the amplifier Surround Surround right left speaker speaker Center speaker Connecting to SPEAKERS B 18 Connecting antennas To the use the tuner of TX DS494 it is necessary to prepare the supplied FM and AM antennas Adjustment and placement of the FM and AM antennas for better reception must be done while listening to a station broadcast f better reception cannot be obtained then placement of an outside antenna is recommended Connecting the FM indoor antenna North American models 1 Strip away the insulation from the end of the cord _ s FM indoor
58. r is connected Note When the subwoofer mode is set to MODE 2 and audio is reproduced in the STEREO mode the subwoofer may not output audio from certain sources 2 channel Dolby Digital DTS source etc Adjusting each speaker s relative volume balance Remote controller only Adjust each speaker s relative volume balance so that the volume of all speaker s test tones sound equal at the listening position 1 Press the TEST TONE button Adjust the volume by gently increasing it with the VOLUME A button Each speaker produces the test tone pink noise in the following order Front left speaker Center speaker TEES UE Front right speaker 6 rj x S iD i p EB d Surround left speaker be doi Hii li dha da Py Subwoofer 2 To adjust the level of each speaker press the CH SEL button to select a speaker and press the LEVEL a v buttons to raise or lower the level The test tone should sound at the same level when you hear it in your listening position You can adjust the level in the range between 12 dB to 12 dB 3 Press the TEST TONE button to complete adjustment 21 Selecting a sound source SPEAKERS A 22 SLEEP INPUT MASTER VOLUME Ll SELECTOR AUDIO SEL det O SY C 4 MUTING Sat H VOLUME a v LEVEL a v AUDIO SELECTOR Input selector Selecting a sound sourc
59. r the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS A CENTER SPEAKER SURROUND SPEAKERS and SUB WOOFER PRE OUT terminals When the speakers are turned on the SPEAKERS A indicator lights up SPEAKERS B Select for the speakers connected to the FRONT SPEAKERS B terminals When the speakers are turned on the SPEAKERS B indicator lights up Notes Be sure to use SPEAKERS A to listen to the sound through MULTI CHANNEL INPUT port or in any listening mode other than STEREO You cannot select surround mode when you are using SPEAKERS B If you select SPEAKERS B while surround mode is selected surround mode will be automatically canceled You cannot use the A and B speakers simultaneously 5 DISPLAY button Each time you press the DISPLAY button the screen changes as follows When an input source other than FM or AM is selected Press the DISPLAY button once to initiate the program format display Pressing the button again switches the display to the other display Input source Hie T RE Gs volume Program format 4 4 IE Input source TEE nr Wine Listening mode sae ow ae ihe Wen emo ade ht f the input signal does not have a program format then this will be skipped The format display returns to the previous display after the format display has lasted for about 5 seconds When FM or AM is selected as the input source FM AM frequency gt DOS Preset no s FM AM List
60. r to page 21 DIMMER button For adjusting the brightness of the front display 9 DISPLAY button For changing the display TUNER PRESET button For selecting a tuner preset channel dn AUDIO SEL button Press to select an audio input signal format other than FM AM and PHONO 12 MODE buttons For selecting the component to be operated by the remote controller 13 MUTING button Activates the mute function This button is provided only on the remote controller refer to page 23 VOLUME a v button For adjusting the volume 10 Rear panel facilities Here is an explanation of the terminals found on the rear of the TX DS494 and how they are used Before connecting your audio and video components be sure to read this section carefully and then proceed to the explanations on how to connect each individual component refer to page 12 Be sure to always refer to the instructions that came with the component that you are connecting Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been made For input jacks red connectors marked R are used for the right channel white connectors marked L are used for the left channel and yellow connectors marked VIDEO are used for video connections N Insert all plugs and connectors securely Improper connections can result in noise poor performance or damage to the equipment w Improper connection II s I
61. rely e The sound is muted when the MUTING indicator flashes Press the MUTING button on the remote controller to cancel the mute function refer to page 23 When you select a source that is connected to the DIGITAL INPUT jacks on the rear panel you must select digital input refer to page 12 TEST TONE T8 C5 irj BASS TREBLE Using MULTI CHANNEL INPUT The MULTI CHANNEL INPUT refers to a system which is compatible with a source component equipped with 5 1 channel outputs DVD player MPEG decoder etc reproducing the left right front center and left right surround channels from five respective speakers and outputting the subwoofer channel from SUB WOOFER PRE OUT refer to page 11 1 Press AUDIO SELECTOR button repeatedly to select MULTI CH 2 Turn on the component connected to the MULTI CHANNEL INPUT port and start playing the desired media 3 If necessary press the CH SEL button on the remote controller to select an individual speaker Then press the LEVEL a v button to adjust the output level as desired Adjust the speaker output level so that you can hear the same sound level from each speaker at the listening position For the front right front left center surround right and surround left speakers the output levels can be adjusted between 12 to 12 dB The subwoofer can be adjusted between 30 to 12 dB The volume levels from the speakers reproducing MULTI CHANNEL INPUT are indepe
62. rs you can use either one to connect to the TX DS494 The other one can be used to daisy chain with another component AC OUTLETS The TX DS494 is supplied with AC mains outlets for connecting the power cords from other devices so that their power is supplied through the TX DS494 By doing this you can use the STANDBY ON button on the TX DS494 to turn on and off the connected devices as well The shape number and total capacity of the AC outlets may differ depending on the area of purchase Other components AC OUTLETS AC OUTLETS AC 120V 60Hz AC 230 240V 50Hz SWITCHED TOTAL 120W 1A MAX WITCHED TOTAL 100W MAX etc Caution Make sure that the total capacity of the other components connected to this unit does not exceed the capacity that 1s printed on the rear panel e g 120 watts 11 Example of how to connect your equipment Here is explanation of how to connect the main components to the TX DS494 in the standard manner There are many ways that any one component can be connected and it is up to you to decide which method best fits your situation The directions given here are only one option and should only be thought of as such It is best to fully understand the nature of each connector and terminal as well as each of your components and their features to ascertain which method of connection is best Be sure to always refer to the instruction manual that came with the component that you are conn
63. s S VIDEO DVD VIDEO 1 2 1 Vp p 75 ohms Y Output Level and Impedance 0 28 Vp p 75 ohms C VIDEO VIDEO 2 MONITOR 1 Vp p 75 ohms S VIDEO MONITOR TUNER SECTION FM Tuning Range Usable Sensitivity Mono Stereo 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity Mono Stereo 1 Vp p 75 ohms Y 0 28 Vp p 75 ohms C 87 5 108 0 MHz 50 kHz steps 11 2 dBf 1 0 uV 75 ohms 17 2 dBf 2 0 uV 75 ohms 17 2 dBf 2 0 uV 75 ohms 37 2 dBf 2 0 uV 75 ohms Capture Ratio Image Rejection Ratio North American models Other models IF Rejection Ratio Signal to Noise Ratio Mono Stereo Alternate Channel Attenuation Selectivity AM Suppression Ratio Total Harmonic Distortion Mono Stereo Frequency Response Stereo Separation AM Tuning Range North American models European amp Australian models Worldwide models Usable Sensitivity Image Rejection Ratio IF Rejection Ratio Signal to Noise Ratio Total Harmonic Distortion GENERAL Power Supply Power Consumption Dimensions W x H x D Weight North American models European amp Australian models Worldwide models REMOTE CONTROL Transmitter Signal range Power supply 2 0 dB 40 dB 85 dB 90 dB 76 dB 70 dB 55 dB 50 dB DIN 50 dB 0 2 0 3 30 Hz 15 kHz 1 0 dB 45 dB at 1 kHz 30 dB at 100 Hz 10 kHz 530 1 710 kHz 10 kHz steps 522 1 611 kHz 9 kHz steps 531 1 602 kHz 9 kHz steps 530 1 710 kHz
64. s they can be received automatically by pressing the PRESET WB button on the front panel or TUNER PRESET A Y buttons on the remote controller Up to a total of 30 FM and AM stations can be preset 1 Tune into the radio station you desire FM STEREO P TUNED lt FM MUTE Press the MEMORY button and while the MEMORY indicator lights press the PRESET s gt button to select the preset number one of 1 to 30 to be used with the station to be preset Lights gt TUNED 4 FMMUTE x FM STEREO MEMORY Flashes Preset number 3 Press the MEMORY button to finalize the procedure Lights off P TUNED 4 FM MUTE FM STEREO This programs the radio station as a preset radio station Selecting a preset radio station 1 Press either the AM or FM input selector button The display should show the currently selected frequency If it displays the listening mode press the DISPLAY button to display the frequency Using the PRESET lt gt buttons select the number of the desired preset station When using the remote controller Press the TUNER input selector button on the remote controller Press the TUNER PRESET a v buttons and select the number of the desired preset station Erasing a preset radio station 1 Select the preset radio station that you want erase Refer to Selecting a preset radio station above 2 Press the FM MODE button while hold
65. s available only in Dolby Digital Surround mode The degree of the Late Night effect is already programmed into the source materials Some materials may produce only small or no effects Selecting Onkyo s surround modes 1 Press an input selector button to select the desired sound source 2 Press the DSP button repeatedly until the desired surround mode name appears The selected mode appears in the display Each time you press the button the surround mode changes as follows 3 Play the selected sound source When software compatible with Dolby Digital is played the surround mode will automatically switch to the DOLBY D surround mode When software compatible with DTS is played the surround mode will automatically switch to the DTS mode You can adjust the level of each speaker 1 Press the CH SEL button on the remote controller to select a speaker 2 Press the LEVEL A V buttons on the remote controller to raise or lower the level The speaker levels set here are cleared when this unit is set to STANDBY The speaker levels return to the levels set using the test tone When the TEST TONE button on the remote controller is pressed after the above adjustment the set levels will become the levels adjusted using the test tone by overwriting the existing ones Selecting STEREO modes 1 Press an input selector button to select the desired sound source 2 Press the STEREO button 3 Play the selecte
66. s used and selects the disc to be played RETURN TESTTONE CH SEL Controlling an Onkyo cassette tape deck The RI connector of the Onkyo cassette tape deck must be connected to the TX DS494 refer to page 11 OTE CONTROL REMOTE S 43S L LER 1 Press the TAPE MODE button 2 Press the desired operation button obo VIDEO 1 m UNER SUR MODE SW MODE AUDIO SEL PRESET B Plays side A the side facing the front of tape Stops playback recording fast forward or rewinding gt Fast forwards the tape 4 4 Rewinds the tape 4 11 Plays side B the side facing the rear of the tape l Fast forwards the tape till the beginning of the next music MODE STANDBY ON DVD CD o TAPE UTER MODE e gt l 6 asd TAPE operation buttons lA Rewinds the tape till the beginning of the current or previous music TOP MEN lt RETURN aA d TEST TONE CH SEL Using Controlling an Onkyo DVD player remote controller The R I connector of the Onkyo DVD player must be connected to the TX DS494 refer to page 11 1 Press the DVD MODE button 2 Press th
67. sonnel Damage Requiring Service Unplug the appliance form the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions A When the power supply cord or plug is damaged B If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the appliance C If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water D If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to its normal operation E If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way and F When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in perfor mance this indicates a need for service 2 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 22 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to the appliance ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operation condition 23 Wall or Ceiling Mounting The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer
68. t the ONKYO product described in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding technical standards such as EN60065 EN55013 EN55020 and EN61000 3 2 3 3 GERMERING GERMANY A HORIUCHI ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Confidential Unpublished Works 1992 1997 Dolby Laboratories Inc All rights reserved Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems Inc US Pat No 5 451 942 and other worldwide patents issues and pending DTS and DTS Digital Surround are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc 1996 Digital Theater Systems Inc All rights reserved Before using this unit Setting the AM tuning step frequency Worldwide models only Worldwide models are equipped with a switch that controls the AM band tuning steps Please set this switch to match the AM band tuning step frequency in your area U S A and Canada 10 kHz Other areas 9 kHz AM FREQUENCY STEP 10kHz mo wtoi J S996 R JO 0690 wu ome R L FRONT SPEAKERS Setting the voltage selector Worldwide models only Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to conform with local power supplies Be sure to set this switch to match the voltage of the p
69. te on the device to the DVD IN VIDEO jack on the TX DS494 If there is an S video output terminal on the DVD player or LD player connect it to the DVD IN S VIDEO jack using an S video cable Using an RCA type audio connection cable connect the audio output terminal on the DVD player or LD player to the audio DVD IN L R jacks on the TX DS494 Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the right channel to the R jack If the DVD player or LD player has a digital output jack as well be sure to also connect it to either a DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL jack on the TX DS494 depending on the type of connector on the DVD player or LD player With the initial settings of the TX DS494 the DVD input source is set for digital input at the COAXIAL 1 jack If the digital connection is made at a different jack this must be changed see page 12 Connecting a video cassette recorder Using an RCA type video connection cable connect the video output terminal composite on the video cassette recorder to the VIDEO 2 IN VIDEO jack on the TX DS494 and video input terminal to the VIDEO 2 OUT VIDEO jack If there is an S video output terminal on the video cassette recorder connect it to the VIDEO 2 IN S VIDEO jack using an S video cable Using an RCA type audio connection cable connect the audio output terminal on the video cassette recorder to the same VIDEO 2 IN L R jacks on the TX DS494 and audio input terminal to
70. terminals are provided for the front left front right center surround left and surround right speakers Speaker outputs are compatible with banana plug connectors other than European models Rear panel facilities AUDIO IN OUT These are the analog audio inputs and outputs There are 6 audio inputs 3 of which are linked to video inputs and 2 audio outputs 1 of which are linked to a video output The audio jacks are nominally labeled for turntables compact disc players cassette tape decks and DVD players To the audio jacks for VIDEO 1 and 2 connect the audio output from LD players VCRs or other video components The audio inputs and outputs require RCA type connectors RCA type 9 m e When connecting a VCR or other video component make sure you connect the audio and video leads together 1 e both to VIDEO 1 The PHONO jacks are designed for use with turntables that use moving magnet cartridges DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL COAXIAL These are the digital audio inputs There are 2 digital inputs with coaxial jacks and 1 with optical jacks The inputs accept digital audio signals from a compact disc LD DVD or other digital source component Optical fiber cable Coaxial cable RCA type COAXIAL When using the optical input jack remove the protective cap and keep it safely When the jack is not used replace the protective cap P My When using an optical input jack always use an op
71. the initial setting for the Jack in advance Example of how to connect your equipment Connecting your audio components Connecting a turntable Using an RCA type audio connection cable connect the output terminal on the turntable to the PHONO L R jacks on the TX DS494 Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the right channel to the R jack Note The TX DS494 is designed for use with moving magnet cartridges For proper operation connect a ground or earth wire to the GND terminal For some turntables however connecting the ground wire may cause increased noise and in such a case a ground wire is not necessary and should not be connected Connecting a CD player Using an RCA type audio connection cable connect the output terminal on the CD player to the CD L R jacks on the TX DS494 Make sure that you properly connect the left channel to the L jack and the right channel to the R jack If the CD player has a digital output jack as well be sure to also connect it to either a DIGITAL INPUT OPTICAL or COAXIAL jack on the TX DS494 depending on the type of connector on the CD player With the initial settings of the TX DS494 the CD input source is set for digital input at the OPTICAL jack If the digital connection is made at a different jack this must be changed see page 12 Connecting a cassette tape deck MD recorder DAT deck or CD recorder Using an RCA type audio connection cable co
72. tical fiber cable When using the digital inputs make sure to also connect the analog connections whenever possible 9 MULTI CHANNEL INPUT By connecting a DVD player MPEG decoder or other component that has a multi channel port you can playback the audio with 5 1 channel output So be sure to prepare a cable that can properly connect the TX DS494 to the peripheral device MULTI CHANNEL INPUT Front right Surround right Center Front left Surround left Subwoofer Video DVD player MPEG decoder QUE MIRO MES Connect the video output to one of VIDEO IN connectors DVD VIDEO 1 and VIDEO 2 31 REMOTE CONTROL Connect the Onkyo components that have R I connectors such as CD player and cassette tape deck using the RI cables provided with them When these components are interconnected they can be controlled from the remote controller provided with the TX DS494 After connecting the RI connectors check the operation of the remote controller buttons for use in controlling other components refer to page 30 Al 252 TX DS494 RI connector Ex onyo ovo Player E Ex onyo ovo Player DVD rue RI porne d Ex Onkyo CD player eL p e For remote control operation the audio connection cables must also be connected The RC 443S or RC 444M remote controller does not support turntables Ex Onkyo cassette tape deck f the connected component has two 91 connecto
73. uipment does cause harmful interfer ence to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna ncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help For Canadian models NOTE THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES 003 For models having a power cord with a polarized plug CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT Modele pour les Canadien REMARQUE CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CON FORME LA NORME NMB 003 DU CANADA Sur les mod les dont la fiche est polaris e ATTENTION POUR VITER LES CHOCS LECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND GROUNDING CONDUCTORS Features Amplifier Features 55 Watts minimum of continuous RMS power to each of the five channels into 8 Q from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0 08 THD North American models FTC rated 75 Watts minimum of continuous RMS power to each of the five channels into 6 Q at 1 KHz European models DIN 100 Watts minimum to each of the f
74. unction of turning on the TX DS494 is not available if its POWER switch is set to the off position E OFF or the source components is not connected properly When controlling the TX DS494 from an R l connected component make sure that the POWER switch of this unit is set to the on position z ON and that the component is connected properly When a cassette tape deck or MD recorder is connected with the IRRI connector of this unit it can be controlled from the source component selected with the TAPE button Certain component models may not be able to control the TX DS494 Memory preservation This unit does not require memory preservation batteries A built in memory power backup system preserves the contents of the memory during power failures and even when the POWER switch is set to off The POWER switch must be set to on in order to charge the backup system The memory preservation period after the unit has been turned off varies depending on climate and placement of the unit On the average memory contents are protected over a period of a few weeks after the last time the unit has been turned off This period is shorter when the unit is exposed to a highly humid climate Speaker Setup SW MODE SP SEL SW MODE VOLUME a v O k pidan Nem Se s LEVEL a v You need to set up the speaker configuration for the speaker
75. voltage selector to con form to local power supplies Be sure to set this switch to match the voltage of the power supply in your area before plugging in the unit For British models Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel IMPORTANT The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Blue Neutral Brown Live As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the termi nals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the termi nal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red IMPORTANT A 5 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amperes and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362 Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMPERE SOCKET If in any doubt consult a qualified electrician FIGURE 1 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA

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