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  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 1
    AV Receiver TX-SR876 TX-NR906 Instruction Manual Thank you for purchasing an 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
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    apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into
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    cannot turn on the unit, contact your Onkyo dealer. 3. Care-Occasionally you should dust receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni- cian for help. For Canadian Models NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. For models having a power
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    plug on the power supply cord of this unit should be performed only by qualified service personnel. IMPORTANT The the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the the ONKYO product described in this instruction manual is in
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    Night Function 109 Source Setup 109 Listening Mode Presets 114 Miscellaneous Setup 115 Hardware Setup 117 Lock Setup 119 Selecting Audio Inputs 120 Specifying the Digital Signal Format 120 NET/USB (TX-NR906 only 121 About NET/USB 121 Connecting the AV Receiver 123 Playing Music Files on
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    (Imaging Science Foundation) Video Calibration • Newly Designed GUI for System Set-up • Compatible with RI Dock for iPod • Preprogrammed V-Compatible Remote with 3 Mac- ros and Mode-Key LEDs TX-NR906 Only • Microsoft Plays For Sure Certified for Windows Vista • Network Capability for Streaming Audio
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    Onkyo receivers also feature proprietary THX technologies (e.g., THX Mode) which accurately translate movie soundtracks for home theater playback. * "Xantech" is a registered trademark of Xantech Corporation. * "Niles" is a registered trademark of Niles Audio Corporation. * Apple Power cord (Power
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    a third room. And, you can select a different audio source for each room. Speakers A: Enjoy up to 7.1-channel surround-sound playback (see page 23). You can enjoy the various listening modes, such as Dolby, DTS, and THX (see pages 81-91). *While Powered Zone 2 is being used, playback is reduced to
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    selects the previous listening mode. K AUDIO SEL button (120) Selects the audio input: analog, digital, HDMI, or multichannel. L Input selector buttons (70) Select the following input sources: DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME/TV, AUX 1, AUX 2, TAPE, TUNER, CD, PHONO, NET/USB (TX-NR906 only). H DISPLAY
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    previously displayed onscreen setup menu. Z USB port (TX-NR906 only) A USB mass storage device, such as a USB flash drive or MP3 player, containing music files (MP3, WMA, WAV, AAC) can be plugged in here and the music selected and played through the AV receiver. [ SETUP MIC (64) The included speaker
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    Used to assign digital inputs to input selectors. dk LISTENING MODE [F]/[S] buttons (81) Select the Onkyo original listening modes. dl POWER switch (51) American models do not have this switch. This is the main power switch. When set to OFF, the AV receiver is completely shutdown. It must be set to
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    . M Volume level (70) Displays the volume level. N MUTING indicator (71) Flashes while the AV receiver is muted. Rear Panel North American model 12 3 4 5 67 8 9 bl bn bo 1 bp bq br bs bt ck cl cm cn co cpcq cr cs ct dk dl dm dn *1 TX-NR906 only Other models bk bm bo 1 12
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 13
    TV or projector with a component video input. G HDMI IN 1-4, OUT MAIN, and OUT SUB HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) connections carry digital audio and digital video. The HDMI inputs are for connecting components with an HDMI (TX-NR906 only) This port is for connecting the AV receiver to
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    . dk PRE OUT: FRONT L/R, CENTER, SUBWOOFER, SURR L/R, and SURR BACK L/R This 5.1/7.1 multichannel analog audio output can be connected to the analog audio input on a multichannel power amplifier for when you want to use the AV receiver solely as a preamplifier. The SUBWOOFER jack is for connecting
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    -type fluorescent lights. Keep this in mind when installing. • If another remote controller of the same type is used in the same room, or the AV receiver is installed close to equipment that uses infrared rays, the remote controller may not work reliably. • Don't put anything on top of the remote
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    see page 18 CD/MD/CDR mode: see page 19 DOCK mode: see page 20 NET/USB mode (TX-NR906 only): see page 21 TV, VCR, CABLE/SAT modes: see page 139 16 RECEIVER/TAPE Mode RECEIVER/TAPE mode is used to control the AV receiver. It can also be used to control an Onkyo cassette recorder connected via V. To
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    the AV receiver. T SP A and SP B buttons (TX-NR906 only) (8, 23) Used to select Speakers A or Speakers B. U Re-EQ button (108) Turns the Re-EQ function on or off. V L NIGHT button (109) Turns the Late Night function on or off. W AUDIO SEL button (120) Selects the audio input: analog, digital, HDMI
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    CD ZONE2 CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING REC PLAYLIST RANDOM SP A SP B LISTENING MODE STEREO SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX ALL ST
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    CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING bl CD CDR/MD/DOCK bm REC PLAYLIST RANDOM SP A SP B LISTENING MODE STEREO SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT
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    RI Dock's RI MODE switch to HDD or HDD/DOCK. • Set the AV receiver's Input Display to "DOCK" (see page 63). • See to the RI Dock's instruction manual for more information. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 bk bl ON STANDBY TV INPUT DVD 1 VCR/DVR CBL/SAT 2 3 GAME/TV AUX1 AUX2 4 5 6 + TV CH - TAPE TUNER
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    CD ZONE2 CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING REC PLAYLIST RANDOM SP A SP B LISTENING MODE STEREO SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX ALL ST
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 22
    like being in a movie theater or concert hall. With DVDs you can enjoy DTS and Dolby Digital. With analog or digital TV, you can enjoy Dolby Pro Logic IIx, DTS Neo:6, or Onkyo's original DSP listening modes. You can also enjoy THX Surround EX (THX-certified THX speaker system recommended). Front
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    AV Receiver Connecting Your Speakers About Speakers A and Speakers B (TX-NR906 use Speakers B for serious music listening with a pair of stereo speakers and AV receiver can drive 2 speakers in the main room (2.1 speakers if you're using a powered subwoofer). When bi-amping is used, the AV receiver
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    point toward each other, as shown. Dipole speakers TV/screen 1 2 3 4 Normal speakers TV/screen 1 2 3 4 Connecting a Powered Subwoofer Using a suitable cable, connect the AV receiver's PRE OUT: SUBWOOFER to the input on your powered subwoofer. If your subwoofer is unpowered and you're
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    be activated. • Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet before making any connections. • Read the instructions supplied with your speakers. Doing so may damage the AV receiver. • Don't connect more than one cable to each speaker terminal. Doing so may damage the AV receiver. • Don't connect a
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 26
    Connecting the AV Receiver-Continued ■ 7.1-channel Playback with Speakers A The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals for 7.1-channel playback with Speakers A. If
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    ' tweeter (high) and woofer (low) terminals. • Bi-amping can only be used with speakers that support bi-amping. Refer to your speaker manual. Bi-amping Speaker Hookup 1 Connect the AV receiver's FRONT R positive (+) terminal to the right speaker's positive (+) woofer (low) terminal. And connect the
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    make sure that your front speakers can handle the additional power. Bridged Speaker Hookup 1 Connect the AV receiver's FRONT R positive (+) terminal to the right speaker's positive (+) terminal. And connect the AV receiver's SURR BACK R positive (+) terminal to the right speaker's negative terminal
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    (high) and woofer (low) terminals. • Bi-amping can only be used with speakers that support bi-amping. Refer to your speaker manual. Bi-amping Speaker Hookup 1 Connect the AV receiver's ZONE 2 R positive (+) terminal to the right speaker's positive (+) tweeter (high) terminal. And connect the
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    higher for bridging. Failure to do so may seriously damage the AV receiver. • When using bridging, make sure that your front speakers can handle the additional power. Bridged Speaker Hookup 1 Connect the AV receiver's ZONE 2 R positive (+) terminal to the right speaker's positive (+) terminal. And
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    jack. ■ Other Models FM75 Insert the plug fully into the jack. Once your AV receiver is ready for use, you'll need to tune into an FM radio station and adjust the position of the FM antenna to achieve the best possible reception. 2 Connect both wires of the AM loop antenna to the AM
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    the best possible reception. Keep the antenna as far away as possible from your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power TV/FM Antenna Splitter It's best not to use the same antenna for both FM and TV reception, as this can cause interference problems. If cir- 32 Outdoor AM antennas work best
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    Connecting the AV Receiver-Continued About AV Connections • Before making any AV connections, read the manuals supplied with your other AV components. • Don't connect the power cord until you've completed and double-checked all AV connections. Optical Digital Jacks The AV receiver's optical digital
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    source on the AV receiver. : Signal Flow Video Video Audio Audio TV, projector, etc. DVD player, etc. Speakers (see page 26 for hookup details) Which Connections Should I Use? The AV receiver supports several connection formats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment. The format
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 35
    OUT S-Video Component S-Video Component IN MONITOR OUT S-Video Component HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI TV, projector, etc. Audio Connection Formats Audio equipment can be connected to the AV receiver by using any of the following audio connection formats: analog, optical, coaxial, analog multichannel, or
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 36
    With connection a , you can listen to and record audio from your TV or listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3. • To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection b or c . (To record or listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3 as well, use a and b , or a and c .) Connection A B C a b c AV receiver COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT
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    must connect the AV receiver to your TV with the same type of connection. Step 2: Audio Connection Choose an audio connection that matches can listen to and record audio from a DVD or listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3. • To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection b or c . (To record or listen in Zone
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 38
    If your DVD player supports multichannel audio formats such as DVD-Audio and SACD, and it has a multichannel analog audio output, you can connect it to the AV receiver's multichannel input. Use a multichannel analog audio cable, or several normal audio cables, to connect the AV receiver's MULTI CH
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 39
    VCR or DVR to listen to your favorite TV programs via the AV receiver, which is useful if your TV has no audio outputs. Step 1: Video Digital and DTS, use connection b or c . (To listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3 as well, use a and b , or a and c .) Connection A B C a b c AV receiver COMPONENT VIDEO IN
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    on for recording. Recording is not possible while it's on Standby mode. • If you want to record directly from your TV or another video source without going through the AV receiver, connect the audio and video outputs from your TV or other video component directly to the recording VCR/DVD recorder
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    , or Other Video Source Hint! With this hookup, you can use your satellite or cable receiver to listen to your favorite TV programs via the AV receiver, which is useful if your TV has no audio outputs. Step 1: Video Connection Choose a video connection that matches the video source ( A , B , or
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 42
    only HDCP-compatible components will display a picture. The AV receiver's HDMI interface is based on the following standard: Repeater System, Deep Color, Lip Sync, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, SA-CD, and Multichannel PCM Supported Audio Formats
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    from a PC are not supported. • When listening to an HDMI component through the AV receiver, set the HDMI component so that its video can be seen on the TV screen (on the TV, select the input of the HDMI component connected to the AV receiver). If the TV power is off or the TV is set to another input
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 44
    you can listen to and record audio from your game console or listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3. • To enjoy Dolby Digital and DTS, use connection b . (To record or listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3 as well, use a and b .) Connection A B C a b AV receiver COMPONENT VIDEO IN 3 GAME/TV IN S GAME/TV IN V GAME/TV IN
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 45
    AUX 2 INPUT VIDEO B b AUX 2 INPUT DIGITAL a AUX 2 INPUT L AUDIO R S VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT L AUDIO R OUT OPTICAL OUT Camcorder, etc. Connection A B a b AV receiver AUX 2 INPUT S VIDEO AUX 2 INPUT VIDEO AUX 2 INPUT L-AUDIO-R AUX 2 INPUT DIGITAL Signal flow Camcorder S-Video output Composite
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    connection a , you can listen to and record audio from the CD player or listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3. • To connect the CD player digitally, use connection b or c . (To record or listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3 as well, use a and b , or a and c .) Connection a b c AV receiver CD IN L/R DIGITAL COAXIAL
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    connection a , you can play and record or listen in Zone 2 or Zone 3. • To connect the recorder digitally for playback, use connections a and b , or a and c . • To connect the recorder digitally for recording, use connection d . Connection a b c d AV receiver Signal flow TAPE IN L/R ⇐ TAPE OUT
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    amp to the PRE OUT jacks, and connect all speakers and the subwoofer to the power amplifier. If you have a powered subwoofer, connect it to the AV receiver's PRE OUT: SUBWOOFER jack. See "Connecting a Powered Subwoofer" on page 24 for more information. FRONT CENTER SURR SURR BACK SUBWOOFER PRE OUT
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    by the RI Dock, see the RI Dock's instruction manual. ■ If Your iPod Supports Video: Connect your RI Dock's audio output jacks to the AV receiver's AUX 1 IN L/R jacks, and connect its video output jack to the AV receiver's AUX 1 IN V jack. (Onkyo DS-A2X hookup shown below.) ■ If Your iPod Doesn
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    either one to the AV receiver. The other jack is for connecting additional V-capable components. • Connect only Onkyo components to V jacks. Connecting other manufacturer's components may cause a malfunction. • Some components may not support all V functions. Refer to the manuals supplied with your
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 51
    VOL +10 0 CLEAR --/--- 10 11 12 INPUT SELECTOR MACRO 1 2 3 ZONE3 DVD REMOTE MODE VCR CD ZONE2 CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER CABLE SAT NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP 1 2 AV receiver Remote controller or Set the [POWER] switch to the ON position ( ). (Skip this step if you have the
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    OUT Composite video, S-Video, component video HDMI You can specify the output resolution for the HDMI OUT MAIN or HDMI OUT SUB and COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT and have the AV receiver upconvert the picture resolution as necessary to match the resolution supported by your TV (see page 111). 52
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    to the menu will be in the same language as the Instruction Manual. The default Language setting for the onscreen menu is English. If your Instruction Manual is in a language other than English, first follow the instructions below to change the Language. Selecting the Language used for the
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    1 Press the [RECEIVER] button fol- lowed by the [SETUP] button. The main menu appears onscreen. If the main menu doesn't appear, make sure the appropriate external input is selected on your TV. MENU 1. Input/Output Assign 2. Speaker Setup 3. Audio Adjust 4. Source Setup 5. Listening Mode Preset
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    CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING 1 2-5 3 REC PLAYLIST RANDOM STEREO SP A SP B LISTENING MODE SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX ALL ST If you connect your TV to the COMPONENT VIDEO 4 MONITOR
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    example, if you connect your DVD player to HDMI IN 1, you must assign HDMI IN 1 to the DVD input selector. By default, none of the HDMI inputs are assigned. If you've connected your TV to the AV receiver with an HDMI cable, you can set the AV receiver so that composite video, S-Video, and component
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 57
    Down [R]/[X] but- tons to select "2. HDMI Input", and then press [ENTER]. The "HDMI Input" menu appears. 1-2. HDMI Input DVD - - - VCR/DVR - - - CBL/SAT - - - GAME/TV - - - AUX1 - - - AUX2 - - - • This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP] button
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 58
    --- AUX1 --- AUX2 --- TAPE --- TUNER - - - (Fixed) CD --- PHONO --- If you've connected your TV to the AV receiver with a component video cable, you can set the AV receiver so that composite video and S-Video sources are upconverted* and output by the COMPONENT VIDEO MON- 4 ITOR OUT
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    Out 2. HDMI Input 3. Component Video Input 4. Digital Audio Input 5. Analog Audio Input 3 Use the Up and Down [R]/[X] but- tons to select "4. Digital Audio Input", and then press [ENTER]. The "Digital Audio Input" menu appears. 1-4. Digital Audio Input DVD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME/TV AUX AUX2
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    ZONE2 CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING 1 2-4 REC PLAYLIST RANDOM STEREO SP A SP B LISTENING MODE SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX ALL
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    10 11 12 INPUT SELECTOR MACRO 1 2 3 ZONE3 DVD TV DIMMER REMOTE MODE VCR CD ZONE2 CDR/MD/DOCK CABLE SAT NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP 1 2, 3 TOP MENU MENU + 2-6 1, 7 CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY ENTER GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN VOL MUTING 4 REC PLAYLIST RANDOM If
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 62
    [F]/[S] buttons to select: Auto: Select this to have the AV receiver automatically detect the TV system from the video input signals. NTSC: Select if the TV system in your area is NTSC. PAL: Select if the TV system in your area is PAL. Press the [SETUP] button. Setup closes. Note: This procedure
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 63
    Multich 5. HDMI 6. Network 5 Press the [SETUP] button. Setup closes. Note: This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP] button, arrow buttons, and [ENTER] button. Changing the Input Display If you connect an V-capable Onkyo MiniDisc
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 64
    be assigned to input selectors by using the [DIGITAL INPUT] button on the AV receiver. 1 2, 3 1 Press the input selector button for the input selector that distortion caused by room acoustics by capturing room acoustical problems over the listening area in both the frequency and time domain. The
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 65
    SETUP MIC TV TV TV : listening area - : listening position REC PLAYLIST RANDOM STEREO SP A SP B LISTENING MODE SURR Notes: • If any of your speakers is 4 ohms, change the "Speaker impedance" setting before running the automatic speaker setup (see page 61). • If the AV receiver is muted
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 66
    manual may be 3 slightly different from what you see on your TV. 1 Turn on the AV receiver and the connected TV. On the TV, select the input to which the AV receiver is connected. 2 Place the speaker setup micro- phone at measurement ear height of a seated listener with the micro- phone
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    want to measure any more listening positions and are ready to calculate the results, then go to step 8. 10 8 When the measurements are complete, Settings" (page 102) will be set to Audys- Save Review SP Config Review SP Distance Review SP Level Cancel sey. • You can cancel the automatic speaker
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    :--! MOVE ! :No ! :Error Speaker Detect Error ENTER ENTER There is a problem with the front left speaker. If the warning triangle ( ) appears for the this message appears after 2 or 3 attempts, the AV receiver is probably malfunctioning. Contact your Onkyo dealer. Retry: Return to step 2 and try
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    Auto Speaker Setup Review SP Level Left Center Rightr Surr Right SurrBack Surr Left Subwoofer +12.0dB 0.0dB -12.0dB +3.0dB +4.0dB -3.0dB 0.0dB RETURN RETURN Press [RETURN] to return to the previous screen. Changing the Speaker Settings Manually In rare situations, proper measurements taken may
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 70
    CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING 1 4 REC PLAYLIST RANDOM STEREO SP A SP B LISTENING MODE SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE 2 Use the AV receiver's input
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 71
    STEREO SP A SP B LISTENING MODE SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX ALL ST TEST TONE CH SEL OPEN/CLOSE VIDEO OFF AUDIO SEL VCR LEVEL- L NIGHT DVD LEVEL+ Re-EQ HDD RC-687M LEVEL - + Notes: • You cannot use this function while the AV receiver is muted. • Speakers
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    the Bass & Treble You can adjust the bass and treble for the front speakers, except when the Direct, Pure Audio or THX listening mode is selected. 1 Press the AV receiver's [TONE] button repeatedly to select Bass or Treble for Front, Center, Sur- round, SurrBack, or Subwoofer. 2 Use the Up
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    AM. For other models it's 0.05 MHz steps for FM and 9 kHz steps for AM. In Manual Tuning mode, FM stations will be in mono. to Manual Tuning mode and listen to the station in mono. Tuning into AM/FM Radio Stations ■ Auto Tuning Mode 1 Press the [TUNING MODE] but HD Radio.) TUNED AUTO FM STEREO 73
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    /MD/DOCK TV DIMMER CABLE SAT MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP ME D.TUN RECEIVER Press the [RECEIVER] button, followed by the [D.TUN] button. The [RECEIVER] button flashes. Press the [DISPLAY] button to display the available information. Band Frequency Preset # Listening mode (Actual
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 75
    CLEAR --/--- 10 11 12 INPUT SELECTOR MACRO 1 2 3 ZONE3 DVD REMOTE MODE VCR CD ZONE2 CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING To select a preset, use the PRE- SET
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    CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER CABLE SAT NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP ENTER TOP MENU MENU , + DISPLAY CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY ENTER GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN VOL MUTING AUDIO SEL REC PLAYLIST RANDOM STEREO SP A SP B LISTENING MODE SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE
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    Listening to the Radio-Continued Using RDS RDS only works in areas where RDS you find radio stations by type (e.g., news, sport, rock, etc.). The AV receiver supports four types of RDS information: PS (Program Service) When tuned to an RDS station that's broadcasting PS information, the station's
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 78
    AV receiver waits receiver searches until it finds a station of the type you specified, at which point it stops briefly before con- tinuing with the search. 5 When a station you want to listen to is found, press [ENTER]. If no stations are found, the message "Not Found" appears. Listening
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    on AM. Selecting the Audio Format (Blend Mode) HD Radio stations transmit both analog and digital versions of their programs and you can choose which one you want to listen to. Remote controller Use the [AUDIO SEL] button to select "Auto" or "Analog". AV receiver Station information Artist
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    versa. • DTS signals will be recorded as noise, so don't attempt analog recording of DTS CDs or LDs. • While the Pure Audio listening mode is selected, GAME/TV AUX1 AUX2 4 5 6 TAPE TUNER CD 7 8 9 PHONO +10 NET/USB 0 You can watch the source while recording it. The AV receiver's MASTER
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    For a description of each listening mode, see "About the Listening Modes" on page 88. • The Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be selected if your DVD player is connected to the AV receiver with a digital audio connection (coaxial, optical, or HDMI). • The listening modes you can select
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    , TV, radio, DVD ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔: Available Listening Modes Multichannel /44.1/48/88.2/96kHz *2. DVD-Audio discs output multichannel 176.4/192 kHz PCM only via HDMI. *3. If there are no surround back speakers, or Powered Zone 2 is being used, Dolby
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    Neural THX + THX Cinema/Music/Games*4 MonoMovie*4 Orchestra*4 Unplugged*4 Studio-Mix*4 TV Logic*4 AllChStereo FullMono T-D Multichannel 3 ✔ ✔ ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔ ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔: Available Listening Modes Dolby Digital Dolby Digital Plus 2ch Mono/Multiplex Multichannel 2ch Mono/Multiplex
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    Listening Modes-Continued DTS Sources Source format Listening Mode Media Pure Audio Direct Stereo Mono DTS, DTS 96/24 DTS- DTS 96/24 is processed as DTS. ✔: Available Listening Modes DTS-ES Discrete/Matrix DVD, CD, etc. 1 ✔*1 : Requires 6.1/7.1 speakers. Not available while Powered
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    Listening Modes-Continued TrueHD Sources Source format Listening Mode Pure Audio TV Logic*3 AllChStereo FullMono T-D Multichannel TrueHD 2ch Mono Listening Modes TrueHD 192kHz 2ch Mono/Multiplex Blu-ray, HD DVD ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ *1. If there are no surround back speakers, or Powered Zone
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    Studio-Mix*3 TV Logic*3 AllChStereo FullMono T-D DTS-HD High Resolution Multi channel 2ch Mono Blu-ray ✔ ✔: Available Listening Modes DTS-HD Master Audio 192kHz Multi channel 2ch Mono Blu-ray, HD DVD ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ *1. If there are no surround back speakers, or Powered Zone 2 is
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    *4 MonoMovie*4 Orchestra*4 Unplugged*4 Studio-Mix*4 TV Logic*4 AllChStereo FullMono T-D Multichannel ✔*3 ✔ ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔ ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔*3 ✔ DTS Express 2ch Blu-ray, HD DVD ✔*4 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔*2 ✔*2 ✔*2 ✔ ✔ ✔ Mono ✔: Available Listening Modes DSD*1 Multichannel (3/2.1) 2ch SACD
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    AV receiver and the remote controller). See "Selecting the Listening Modes" on page 81 for information on the use of the LISTENING MODE buttons. Pure Audio Button: PURE A PURE AUDIO In this mode and HD DVD, this is the latest multichannel audio format from Dolby. It supports up to 7.1 channels
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    sampling rate. For the signals supported by the AV receiver, see page 86. DTS Express This format supports up to 5.1 channels and a lower sampling rate of 48 kHz. Applications include interactive audio and commentary encoding for HD DVD Sub Audio and Blu-ray Secondary Audio. Also broadcast and media
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 90
    example, is using Neural-THX Surround on select channels, which the AV receiver can expand from 5.1 channels to 7.1 channels. DSD DSD stands for Direct Stream Digital and is the format used to store digital audio on Super Audio CDs (SACD). This mode can be used with SACDs that feature multichannel
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    Using the Listening Modes-Continued Onkyo Original DSP Modes Mono Movie This mode is suitable for listening to music in this mode creates a lively sound field with a powerful acoustic image, like being at a club or rock concert. TV Logic This mode adds realistic acoustics to TV shows produced in a TV
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    menu, most containing a submenu. The onscreen menus shown in this manual may be slightly different from what you see on your TV. MENU 1. Input/Output Assign 2. Speaker Setup 3. Audio Adjust 4. Source Setup 5. Listening Mode Preset 6. Miscellaneous 7. Hardware Setup 8. Lock Setup MOVE ENTER ENTER
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    LISTENING MODE SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX ALL ST 5 When you've finished, press the [SETUP] button. Setup closes. 1 Press the [RECEIVER external input is selected on your TV. This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP] button,
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 94
    Resolution You can specify the output resolution for the HDMI outputs and have the AV receiver upconvert the picture resolution as necessary to match the resolution supported by your TV. Through: Select this to pass video through the AV receiver at the same resolution and with no conversion (default
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    CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING 1 2 REC PLAYLIST RANDOM STEREO SP A SP B LISTENING MODE SURR 1* REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE *TX-NR906 only PURE A DIRECT
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    set if "Speaker Type: Front(Speaker A) or Front(Speaker B)" is set to "Bi-Amp" or "BTL" (page 61), "Surround" is set to "None" (step 8), or "Powered Zone2" is being used (page 132). • Cannot select "Full Band" if "Surround" (step 8) is set to anything other than "Full Band". Use the Up and
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    front left and right channel bass sounds. Note: • The same setting is used for Speakers A and Speakers B. Continue with step 13 on the next page (TX-NR906 only). TX-SR876 continue with step 18 on page 99. 97
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    Advanced Setup-Continued Setting Speakers A and Speakers B (TX-NR906 only) 15 These settings are not set automatically by the Automatic Speaker Setup function (see B)" is set to "Bi-Amp" or "BTL" (page 61), "SurrBack" is set to "None" (step 9), or "Powered Zone2" is being used (page 132). 98
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    can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP] LISTENING MODE SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX ALL ST 2* *TX-NR906 only 1 Measure and make a note of the 6 distance from each speaker to the listening position. 2 Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 100
    (page 95) or "Not Use" (page 98), or "Powered Zone2" is being used (page 132). • The "Subwoofer" while the output of the AV receiver is muted. • The test LISTENING MODE SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX ALL ST 1* *TX-NR906 only 1 Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE
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    Settings 6. THX Audio Setup MOVE ENTER (page 95) or "Not Use" (page 98), or "Powered Zone2" is being used (page 132). • The "Subwoofer" 75 dB SPL at the listening position, measured with C-weighting and slow reading AV receiver by using its [SETUP] button, arrow buttons, and [ENTER] button. 101
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    TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY REMOTE MODE VCR CD ZONE2 CDR/MD/DOCK CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING 1 1 2 3 102 Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE available. If you selected "Manual", continue with the next
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    192 kHz input signals. • This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP] button, arrow buttons, and [ENTER] button. 8 Press the [SETUP] button. The setup menu closes. Notes: • When the listening mode is set to Direct or Pure Audio, no effect will be produced. 103
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    of audio expression at low volume. This result is only available when the THX listening mode is selected. 1 Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button " is set to "None" (page 96) or "Not Use" (page 98), or "Powered Zone2" is being used (page 132). Use the Up and Down [R]/[X] buttons to select "
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    TV. 8 Use the Up and Down [R]/[X] but- tons to select "Preserve THX set- tings", and use the Left and Right 2 Use the Up and Down [R]/[X] but- [F]/[S] buttons to select: tons to select "3. Audio listening mode depending on the 3. Audio Adjust 1. Tone Control 2. DSD on the AV receiver by using
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    performed on the AV receiver by using its [TONE], [F], and [S] buttons (see page 72). DSD Setting ■ DAC Direct This setting determines whether or not DSD (SACD) audio signals are passed through the DSP for A/V Sync, delay, etc., processing when the Pure Audio or Direct listening mode is selected. No
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    EX listening mode (default). Manual: When the source is Dolby EX, you can select any of the listening modes compatible with HDMI.) ■ Dolby TrueHD Sets the level of the LFE channel for Dolby TrueHD sources. ■ DTS-HD Master Audio Sets the level of the LFE channel for DTS-HD Master Audio sources. ■ DSD
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    CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING RECEIVER DIRECT REC PLAYLIST RANDOM SP A SP B LISTENING MODE STEREO SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX
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    when listening at low volume levels-ideal for watching movies late at night when you don't want to disturb anyone. Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, different options. • The Late Night function is set to "Off" when the AV receiver is set to Standby. For Dolby TrueHD sources, it will be set to
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    TV or display supports HDMI Lip Sync, the displayed delay time will be the A/V Sync delay time. The HDMI Lip Sync delay time is displayed underneath in parentheses. Note: A/V Sync cannot be set when the Pure Audio listening mode on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons.
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    . ■ Game Mode If video signal delay occurs during play on a video component, such as a Game console, connected to the AV receiver, select "Game Mode" on the input standards to obtain optimal picture quality from the receiver. Accordingly, Onkyo recommends that setup and calibration be performed by
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    Advanced Setup-Continued Resolution You can specify the output resolution for the HDMI outputs and have the AV receiver upconvert the picture resolution as necessary to match the resolution supported by your TV. Available only when Source has been selected under the "1-1. Monitor Out" setting.
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    item is for use with satellite radio. It's not available if "Satellite Radio" is set to None (see page 118). See the separate Satellite Radio Guide for more information. SIRIUS Parental Lock This item is for use with SIRIUS Satellite Radio. It's not available if "Satellite Radio" is set to None
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    Master Audio sources, such as Blu-ray or HD DVD (input via HDMI). DSD: Specifies the default listening mode for DSD multichannel sources, such as SACD (input via HDMI). 5 When you've finished, press the [SETUP] button. Setup closes. Note: This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver
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    TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING 1 REC PLAYLIST RANDOM STEREO SP A SP B LISTENING MODE SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE be performed on the AV receiver by using its [
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    same volume level as when the AV receiver was last turned off, select "Last". Note: The "Power On Volume" setting cannot be set HDMI IN. For optimal video performance, THX recommends that "Immediate Display" be turned off. ■ Monitor Type With this setting, you can specify the aspect ratio of your TV
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    CD ZONE2 CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING Remote indicator INPUT RECEIVER REC PLAYLIST RANDOM 1 Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [SETUP
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    -compatible TV. With HDMI Lip Sync, the audio delay required to synchronize the audio and video is calculated and applied automatically by the AV receiver. Disable: HDMI lip sync disabled (default). Enable: HDMI lip sync enabled. Notes: • This function works only if your HDMI-compatible TV supports
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    will increase. • Refer to the connected component's instruction manual for details. TV Control Set to "Enable" when you want to control the AV receiver from an -compatible TV that is con- nected to HDMI. Disable: TV Control disabled. Enable: TV Control enabled. Notes: • Set to "Disable" when
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    Advanced Setup-Continued Selecting Audio Inputs Specifying the Digital Signal Format AUDIO SEL REC PLAYLIST RANDOM SP A SP B LISTENING MODE STEREO SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX ALL ST TEST TONE CH SEL OPEN/CLOSE VIDEO OFF AUDIO SEL VCR LEVEL- L NIGHT DVD
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    NET/USB (TX-NR906 only) About NET/USB The AV receiver is network-ready, which means you can hook ://onkyo.vtuner.com/ portal. To verify your MAC Address, please see Network Settings (page 128). Supported Audio File Formats For server and USB mass storage device playback, the AV receiver supports
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    NET/USB (TX-NR906 only)-Continued USB Mass Storage Device Requirements • The AV receiver supports USB devices that support the USB mass manually, see page 128. • The AV receiver does not support PPPoE settings, so if you have a PPPoE-type Internet connection, you must use a PPPoE-compatible router
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    router, which has a 4-port 100Base-TX switch built-in. TX-NR906 Internet radio ETHERNET Playing Music Files on a Server This section explains how to play music files on a computer or media server through the AV receiver. See page 121 for details on supported music servers and music file formats
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    USB (TX-NR906 only)- mode, the current song is played repeatedly. In Repeat mode, all of the songs in the current folder are played repeatedly. In All mode, and then click OK. A list of devices that support PlaysForSure appears. 4 Select the AV receiver in the list, and then click Allow. 5 Click
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    10 11 12 INPUT SELECTOR MACRO 1 2 3 ZONE3 DVD TV DIMMER REMOTE MODE VCR CD ZONE2 CDR/MD/DOCK CABLE SAT NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP RECEIVER TOP MENU MENU ENTER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH ENTER GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN VOL DISPLAY MUTING REC PLAYLIST RANDOM SP A SP
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    the need for special drivers or software. Note that not all USB MP3 players support the USB Mass Storage Class standard. Refer your USB MP3 player's instruction manual for details. • Protected WMA music files on an MP3 player cannot be played. • Onkyo accepts no responsibility whatsoever for the
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    (TX-NR906 only)-Continued Listening to Internet Radio 2 To receive Internet radio, you must connect the AV receiver to a network with Internet access (see page 123). You can select Internet radio stations by entering the appropriate URL with the remote controller, or by connecting to the AV
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    USB (TX-NR906 only)- best results, use a broadband connection (e.g., cable modem, xDSL modem, etc). Network Settings Note: When modifying network settings, after modifying it is necessary to execute Save Settings. This section explains how to configure the AV receiver's network settings manually
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    NET/USB (TX-NR906 only)-Continued 3 Use the Up and Down [R]/[X] but- tons to select "6. network port used for control over the network. DHCP This setting determines whether or not the AV receiver uses DHCP to automatically configure its IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, and DNS Server settings.
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    (see page 61), and set the "Powered Zone 2" setting to "Act" (see page 132). Hookup • Connect your Zone 2 speakers to the AV receiver's ZONE 2 L/R speaker terminals. Main room TV Zone 2 AV receiver ZONE 2 ZONE 3 L R PRE OUT AV receiver IN R L Receiver/ integrated amp Zone 2 R Note: With
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    and Zone 2. Hookup • Use an RCA audio cable to connect the AV receiver's ZONE 3 PRE OUT L/R jacks to an analog audio input on your Zone 3 amp. • Connect your Zone 3 speakers to the speaker terminals on your Zone 3 amp. AV receiver ZONE 2 OUT Main room TV Zone 2 TV Note: The ZONE 2 OUT V jack
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 132
    VCR CD ZONE2 CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING RECEIVER REC PLAYLIST RANDOM SP A SP B Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button, followed by the [SETUP] button
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    Variable: The Zone 2 or Zone 3 volume can be set on the AV receiver. REC PLAYLIST RANDOM SP A SP B LISTENING MODE STEREO SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX ALL ST TEST TONE CH SEL OPEN/CLOSE VIDEO OFF AUDIO SEL VCR LEVEL- L NIGHT DVD LEVEL+ Re-EQ HDD LEVEL-, LEVEL
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    is selected, check if it's connected to an analog input. • While Powered Zone 2 is being used, listening modes that need surround back speakers (i.e., Dolby Digital EX, DTS-ES, and THX Ultra2 Cinema) are unavailable. • When Zone2 is on, Pure Audio cannot be selected. • When Zone 2 is turned on, the
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 135
    Zone 3-Continued Adjusting the Volume of Zones 1 Remote controller On the remote controller, press the [ZONE2] or [ZONE3] REMOTE MODE button. AV receiver On the AV receiver, press the [ZONE 2] or [ZONE 3] button. The ZONE 2 or ZONE 3 indicator flashes. Adjusting the Tone and Balance of Zones
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 136
    jack are fed through to the other component via the IR emitter. Signals picked up by the AV receiver's remote control sensor are not output. IR IN IR OUT Connecting block AV receiver IR Emitter IR Receiver Remote controller Other component Signal flow The IR emitter should be connected to the
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    - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING Remote indicator TV I RECEIVER REC PLAYLIST RANDOM STEREO SP A SP B LISTENING MODE SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX ALL ST TEST TONE CH SEL
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 138
    AV receiver, not the component. This allows you to control components that are out of view, in a rack, for example. 1 Make sure the Onkyo component is connected with an V cable and an analog audio cable (RCA). See page 50 for details. 2 Enter the appropriate remote control code to the REMOTE MODE
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 139
    CD ZONE2 CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING REC PLAYLIST RANDOM STEREO SP A SP B LISTENING MODE SURR REPEAT AUDIO SUBTITLE PLAY MODE PURE A DIRECT THX ALL ST
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 140
    10 11 12 INPUT SELECTOR MACRO 1 2 3 ZONE3 DVD REMOTE MODE VCR CD ZONE2 CDR/MD/DOCK TV DIMMER + CH DISC ALBUM - PREV CH DISPLAY CABLE SAT TOP MENU NET/USB RECEIVER TAPE/AMP SLEEP MENU ENTER VOL GUIDE SETUP EXIT RETURN MUTING Remote indicator While holding down the REMOTE
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 141
    Press the [RECEIVER] REMOTE MODE button to select the Receiver remote controller mode. 2. Press the [ON] button to turn on the AV receiver. 3. Press MODE ON STANDBY TV INPUT DVD 1 VCR/DVR CBL/SAT 2 3 GAME/TV 4 AUX1 5 AUX2 6 + TV CH - TAPE TUNER CD 7 8 9 PHONO NET/USB D. TUN TV VOL
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 142
    DVD player connected to an HDMI IN, check the DVD player's output settings, and be sure to select a supported audio format. • Make sure that none of the connecting cables are bent, twisted, or damaged. Only the front speakers produce sound • When the Stereo listening mode is selected, only the front
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 143
    video component is properly con- nected (pages 36-49). • On your TV, make sure that the video input to which the AV receiver is connected is selected. • While the Pure Audio listening mode is selected, the video circuitry is turned off and only video signals input through HDMI IN can be output. 143
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 144
    is set to anything other than "Through" (see page 55), no video is output by the HDMI OUT. • If the message "Resolution Error" appears on the AV receiver's display, this indicates that your TV does not support the current video resolution and you need to select another resolution on your DVD player
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 145
    is selected. • To prevent signal loops and damage to the AV receiver, input signals are not fed through to outputs with the same name (e.g., TAPE IN to TAPE OUT or VCR/DVR IN to VCR/DVR OUT). • When the Pure Audio listening mode is selected, video recording is not possible because no video signals
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 146
    Troubleshooting-Continued Others The sound changes when I connect my headphones • When a pair of headphones is connected, the listening mode is set to Stereo, unless it's already set to Stereo, Mono, Direct, or Pure Audio. The speaker volume cannot be set as required • When the Automatic Speaker
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 147
    are output by the AV receiver. NTSC ✔: Output Output HDMI*1 COMPONENT Input HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO COMPOSITE 1080p ✔*2 ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔*2 ✔*2 ✔ ✔ S-VIDEO COMPOSITE 480i 480i ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ PAL Output HDMI*1 COMPONENT Input HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO COMPOSITE 1080p 1080i 720p
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 148
    Specifications (TX-SR876) Amplifier Section Rated Output Power North American: 140 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.05% (FTC) 160 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 149
    Specifications (TX-NR906) Amplifier Section Rated Output Power North American: 145 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with a maximum total harmonic distortion of 0.05% (FTC) 175 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2
  • Onkyo TX-SR876 | Owner Manual - Page 150
    Sales & Product Planning Div. : 2-1, Nisshin-cho, Neyagawa-shi, OSAKA 572-8540, JAPAN Tel: 072-831-8023 Fax: 072-831-8163 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 http://www.us.onkyo.com/ ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH
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E
n
AV Receiver
TX-SR876
TX-NR906
Instruction Manual
Thank you for purchasing an 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
Introduction
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2
Connection
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23
First Time Setup
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52
Basic Operation
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70
Using the Listening Modes
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81
Advanced Setup
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92
NET/USB (TX-NR906 only)
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121
Zone 2 and Zone 3
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130
Controlling Other Components
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Others
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142