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  • Onkyo HT RC160 | Owner Manual - Page 1
    AV Receiver HT-RC160 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
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    servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions. 3. Heed all warnings. 4. Follow all instructions the apparatus shall be set 10 cm (4") away from the rear panel or wall, creating a fluelike
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    this unit, have it checked by your Onkyo dealer. 8. Handling Notes • If you accordance with the instructions, may cause relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. Sur les modèles dont la fiche est
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    Supplied Accessories Make sure you have the following accessories: Remote controller & two batteries (AA/R6) Speaker setup microphone Indoor FM antenna AM loop antenna Speaker cable labels (not supplied with the HT-S7200 Home Theater System.) * In catalogs and on packaging, the letter at the end of
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    the AV Receiver 13 About Home Theater 14 Enjoying Home Theater 14 Connection Connecting the AV Receiver 15 Connecting Your Speakers 15 Bi-amping the Front Speakers 18 Connecting Antenna 19 About AV Connections 21 Connecting Components with HDMI 22 Connecting Both Audio & Video 24
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    Connections • 5 HDMI*4 Inputs and 1 Output • Onkyo for System Control • 4 Digital Inputs (2 Optical / 2 Coaxial) • Component Video Switching (2 Inputs/1 Output) • Front "Portable" Input for iPod and MP3 Players • Universal Port for the Dock for the iPod/HD Radio™*5 Dock • Dual Subwoofer Pre
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    Multiroom Capability You can use two speaker systems with this AV receiver-a surround-sound speaker system (up to 7.1 channels) in your main listening room, a stereo speaker system in a second room, or Zone 2, as we call it. And, you can select a different audio source for each room. Main Room: In
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    set the AV receiver to On or Standby. J GAME button (59) Selects the listening modes intended for use with video games. C STANDBY indicator (37) This indicator lights up when the AV receiver is in Standby mode, and it flashes while a signal is being received from the remote or Manual tuning mode
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    . B SLEEP indicator (52) Lights up when the Sleep function has been set. C MUTING indicator (52) Flashes while the AV receiver is muted. D Listening mode and format indicators (59) Show the selected listening mode and audio input signal format. E Tuning indicators (53) AUTO (53): Lights up when
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    Settings" on page 42. K V REMOTE CONTROL This V (Remote Interactive) jack can be connected to an V jack on another Onkyo AV component. The AV receiver's remote controller can then be used to control that component. To use V, you must make an analog audio connection (RCA) between the AV receiver
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    output (cassette, Mini Disc, etc.). N GAME IN Here you can connect a game console, etc. Input jacks include composite video and analog audio. O CBL/SAT IN Here you can connect a cable/satellite receiver, settop box, etc. Input jacks include composite video and analog audio. P VCR/DVR IN/OUT Here you
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    obstacle between it and the AV receiver's remote con- trol sensor. • When the remote control codes have been registered and you want to operate another component (page 86), or when you want to operate an Onkyo component without V connection, point the remote controller at the other component
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    of the AV receiver regardless of the currently selected remote controller mode. K VIDEO button (80) Used to change video settings. L RETURN button Returns to the previous display when changing settings. M AUDIO button (72) Used to change audio settings. When the "Audio TV Out" setting is set to "On
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    AV receiver's superb capabilities, you can enjoy surround sound with a real sense of movement in your own home-just 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 image.
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    label to the corresponding speaker terminal. • Speaker cable labels is not supplied with the HT-S7200 Home Theater System. • If you are using banana plugs, tighten the speaker terminal before inserting the banana plug. • Do not insert the speaker code directly into the center hole of the speaker
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    AV Receiver-Continued Connecting a Powered Subwoofer Using a suitable cable, connect the AV receiver's PRE OUT: SUBWOOFER to an input on your powered subwoofer, as shown. If your subwoofer is unpowered and you're using an external amplifier, connect the PRE OUT: SUBWOOFER the instructions supplied
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    Connecting the AV Receiver-Continued The following illustration shows which speaker should be connected to each pair of terminals. If you're using only one surround back speaker, connect
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    bi-amping connections shown below and turned on the AV receiver, you must set the "Speaker Type" setting to "Bi-Amp" to enable biamping (see page 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 (+)
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    achieve the best possible reception. 2 Use thumbtacks or something similar to fix the FM antenna into position. Thumbtacks, etc. Push Insert wire Release Once your AV Receiver is ready for use, you'll need to tune into an AM radio station and adjust the position of the AM antenna to achieve the
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    's best not to use the same antenna for both FM and TV reception, as this can cause interference problems. If circumstances demand it, use a TV/FM antenna splitter, as shown. Outdoor AM antennas work best prevent electrical shock hazards. TV/FM antenna splitter To AV Receiver To TV (or VCR) 20
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    and speaker cables. Right! Wrong! Video / Audio HDMI Cable Video Component video cable Composite video cable Audio Optical digital audio cable Y PB/CB PR/CR Coaxial digital audio cable Y PB/CB PR/CR Analog audio cable (RCA) Stereo mini plug cable The AV receiver does not support SCART plugs
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    /BD players, set-top boxes, and other video components. Until now, several separate video and audio cables have been required to connect AV components. With HDMI, a single cable can carry control signals, digital video, and up to eight channels of digital audio (2-channel PCM, multichannel digital
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    'll need to make a separate connection for audio.) However, reliable operation with such an adapter is not guaranteed. In addition, video signals 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
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    as a guide. Video Connection Formats Video equipment can be connected to the AV receiver by using any one of the following video connection formats: composite video, component video, or HDMI, the latter offering the best picture quality. Video input signals flow through the AV receiver DVD/BD
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    on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V, or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. Audio Connection Formats Audio equipment can be connected to the AV DVD/BD player, etc. receiver by using any of the following
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    menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V, or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. • With connection a , you can listen to and record audio from your TV and listen in Zone 2. • To enjoy Dolby
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    Components with HDMI" on page 22 for HDMI connection information. Step 1: Video Connection Choose a video connection that matches your DVD/BD player ( A or B ), and then make the connection. You must connect the AV receiver to your TV via the same type of connection. Step 2: Audio Connection Choose
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    , or a and c .) Connection A B a b c . AV receiver COMPONENT VIDEO IN 1 (DVD/BD) VCR/DVR IN V VCR/DVR IN L/R DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 1 (DVD/BD) DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1 (GAME) Signal flow VCR or DVD/BD recorder Component video output Composite video output Analog audio L/R output Digital coaxial output
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    recording VCR without going through the AV receiver, connect the TV/VCR's audio and video outputs directly to the recording VCR's audio and video inputs. See the manuals supplied with your TV and VCR for details. • Video signals connected to composite video inputs can only be recorded via composite
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    Cable, Terrestrial Set-top box, or Other Video Source Hint! With this hookup, you can use your satellite or cable receiver to listen to your favorite TV programs via the AV receiver, useful if your TV has no audio outputs. Step 1: Video Connection Choose a video connection that matches the video
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    in Zone 2 as well, use a and b .) Connection A B a b AV receiver COMPONENT VIDEO IN 2 (CBL/SAT) GAME IN V GAME IN L/R DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1 (GAME) Signal flow Game console Component video output Composite video output Analog audio L/R output Digital optical output b B Connection A must be
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    the connection a . AUX INPUT VIDEO A AUX INPUT L AUDIO R a Camcorder, etc. VIDEO OUT Connection A a AV receiver AUX INPUT VIDEO AUX INPUT L-AUDIO-R Signal flow ⇐ ⇐ Connecting a Portable Audio player L AUDIO R OUT Camcorder etc. Composite video output Analog audio L/R output Step 1: Make
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    record or listen in Zone 2 as well, use a and b , or a and c .) Connection a b c AV receiver CD IN L/R DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 1 (DVD/BD) DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 2 (CD) Signal flow ⇐ ⇐ ⇐ CD or turntable Analog audio L/R output Digital coaxial output Digital optical output ■ Turntable (MM) with no Phono
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    connections a and b , or a and c . Connection a b c AV receiver TV/TAPE IN L/R TV/TAPE OUT L/R DIGITAL IN COAXIAL 2 (CBL/SAT) DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1 (GAME) Signal flow ⇐ ⇒ ⇐ ⇐ Cassette, CDR, MD, or DAT recorder Analog audio L/R output Analog audio L/R input Digital coaxial output Digital optical
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    ■ If Your iPod Doesn't Support Video: Connect your RI Dock's analog audio output jacks to the AV receiver's TV/TAPE IN L/R jacks. (Onkyo DS-A2 hookup shown below.) IN L R TV/TAPE Notes: • Enter the appropriate remote control code before using the AV receiver's remote controller for the first time
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    the input source. ■ Remote Control You can use the AV receiver's remote controller to control your other V-capable Onkyo components, pointing the remote controller at the AV receiver's remote control sensor instead of the component. You must enter the appropriate remote control code first (see page
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    first time. These settings only need to be made once. ■ Do the 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup-this is essential! See "Audyssey 2EQ™ Room Correction and Speaker Setup" on page 45. ■ Have you connected a component to an HDMI input, HDMI component video input, or digital audio input? If you
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    HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the composite video MONITOR OUT, or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. 1 Press the [RECEIVER [RETURN] button to return Audio Adjust 4. Source Setup 5. Listening Mode Preset 6. Miscellaneous 7. Hardware Setup 8. Remote
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    to the DVD/BD input selector. If you've connected your TV to the AV receiver with an HDMI cable, you can set the AV receiver so that composite video and component video sources are upconverted* and output by the HDMI OUT. You can set this for each input selector by selecting the option. Composite
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    VIDEO IN 2, you should assign it to the DVD/BD input selector. Input selector DVD/BD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME AUX TV/TAPE TUNER CD PORT Default assignment IN1 ----IN2 Fixed) --------- 1 Press the [RECEIVER 1. Input Assign 1. HDMI Input 2. Component Video Input 3. Digital Audio Input 4 Use the
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    . 1. Input Assign 1. HDMI Input 2. Component Video Input 3. Digital Audio Input 5 Use the Up PORT selector. 1-3. Digital Audio Input DVD/BD VCR/DVR CBL/SAT GAME AUX TV/TAPE TUNER CD PORT COAX 1 - - - - COAX 2 OPT 1 OPT 2 - - - - - • This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver
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    L/R and SURR BACK L/R terminal posts for bi-amping, you must change the "Speaker Type" setting. For hookup information, see "Bi-amping the Front Speakers" on page 18. Notes: • When bi-amping is used, the AV receiver is able to drive up to 5.1 speakers in the main room. • Before you change these
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    receiver by using its [SETUP] button, arrow buttons, and [ENTER] button. 2 Use the Up and Down [R]/[X] but- tons to select "7. Hardware Setup", and then press [ENTER]. The "Hardware Setup" menu appears. 7. Hardware Setup 1. Remote ID 2. Tuner 3. HDMI 3 Use the Up and Down [R]/[X] but- tons
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    must change this setting. This setting can only be changed on the AV receiver. GAME TV/TAPE Notes: • DOCK can be selected for the TV/TAPE or GAME or VCR/DVR input selector, but not at the same time. • Enter the appropriate remote control code before using the AV receiver's remote controller for the
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    EQ is set to "On", Audyssey Dynamic Volume™ becomes available. About Audyssey Dynamic EQ Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating television channels, or changing from stereo to surround sound content. Measurement Positions To create a listening environment in your home theater that
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    The onscreen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V or the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. 1 46 Turn on the AV receiver and the connected TV. On the TV, select the input to which the
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    home appliances, light dimmers, or other devices. • Cell phones should be turned off or placed away from all audio . 2EQ: Auto Setup Review Speaker Configuration Subwoofer Front Center Surround Front Note: You can view the calculated settings for the speaker configuration, speaker distances,
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    too loud and the measurements cannot be performed properly. Remove the source of the noise and try again. Retry: Return to the measured point immediately before and start set up again. Cancel: Cancel the room correction and speaker setup. ❏ Speaker Detect Error This message appears if a speaker is
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    saving again. If 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 again. Cancel: Cancel the room correction and speaker setup. Changing the Speaker Settings Manually If you wish to make changes to the
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    VIDEO OUT or MONITOR OUT. On some DVD/BD players, you may need to turn on the digital audio output. To adjust the volume, use the MASTER VOLUME control, or the remote controller's VOL [R]/[X] button. The volume can be set to Min, 1 through 79, or Max. The AV receiver is designed for home theater
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    be performed on the remote controller by using [AUDIO] button (see page 72). Note: This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [DISPLAY . Setting the Display Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the AV receiver's display. Remote controller Press the [RECEIVER]
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    MUTING indicator flashes on the display, as shown. Using the Sleep Timer With the sleep timer, you can set the AV receiver to turn off automatically after a specified period. Press the [RECEIVER] button, and then press the [SLEEP] button repeatedly to select the required sleep time. The sleep time
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    be impossible to get good reception. In this case, switch to Manual Tuning mode and listen to the station in mono. ■ Tuning into Stations by Frequency You can tune into AM and FM stations directly by entering the appropriate frequency. 1 Remote
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    flashes. AV receiver To select a preset, use the PRESET [F]/[S] buttons, or the remote controller's CH [+/-] button. Remote controller 3 remote controller's number buttons to select a preset directly. 4 Press the [MEMORY] button again to store the station or channel. The station or channel
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    are supported by the UP-A1 series Dock, see the UP-A1 series Dock's instruction manual. Note: Before using the UP-A1 series Dock, update your iPod with the latest software, available from the Apple Web site. Putting Your iPod in the Dock 1 Turn on the AV receiver, and select the [PORT] selector
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    preprogrammed with the remote control code for controlling a Dock with Universal Port connector. For details on entering a remote control code, see page 88. When Using a Dock with Universal Port connector: • Connect the Dock to the UNIVERSAL PORT jack. • See to the Dock's instruction manual for more
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    AV receiver. J PLAYLIST [F]/[S] buttons Selects the previous or next playlist on the iPod. K RETURN button Exits the menu or returns AV receiver does not support the connected dock ❏ UP-A1 series Dock is connected Your iPod is properly stationed in a UP-A1 series Dock connected to the UNIVERSAL PORT
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    the source while record- ing. The AV receiver's MASTER VOL- UME control has no effect on recording. Recording Separate AV Sources Here you can record audio and video from completely separate sources, allowing you to overdub audio onto your video recordings. This function takes advantage of the
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    player is connected to the AV receiver with a digital audio connection (coaxial, optical, or HDMI). • The listening modes you GAME] button This button selects the listening modes intended for use with video games. Selecting with the Remote Controller MUSIC MOVIE/TV GAME STEREO Press the [RECEIVER
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    Subwoofer Surround L SL Speaker SR Surround R Speaker Surround back Surround back SBL SBR R Speaker L Speaker C : active in the speaker settings C : non-active in the speaker settings Studio-Mix TV Logic Game-RPG Game-Action Game-Rock Game-Sports SBL SBR switched by the "SpLayout" setting
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    PLIIz Height Neo:6 Cinema Neo:6 Music Orchestra Unplugged Studio-Mix TV Logic Game-RPG Game-Action Game-Rock Game-Sports SBL SBR ✔ ✔ ✔ SBL SBR ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ high speakers or Surround back speakers outputs the sound is switched by the "SpLayout" setting on page 73. *2 If there are no surround
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    Audio/DTS-HD Master Audio/ DTS Express/ DSD*2 Neo:6 PLIIx Movie PLIIx Music PLIIz Height DolbyEX Orchestra Unplugged Studio-Mix TV Logic Game-RPG Game-Action Game-Rock Game switched by the "SpLayout" setting on page 73. *2 AV receiver can input the DSD signal from HDMI IN. Setting the output setting
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    (Surround Back) Notes: *1 Which Front high speakers or Surround back speakers outputs the sound is switched by the "SpLayout" setting on page 73. *2 When the input source contains the encoded front high channel, front high speakers output the sound. • Available sampling rate for PCM input signal is
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    Pro Logic IIx expands any 2-channel source for 7.1-channel playback. It provides a very natural and seamless surround-sound experience that fully envelops the listener. As well as music and movies, video games can also benefit from the dramatic spatial effects and vivid imaging. If you're not using
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    uses Neo:6 to expand 5.1-channel sources for 6.1/7.1-channel playback. DTS-HD High Resolution Audio Developed for use with HDTV, including the new video disc formats Blu-ray and HD DVD, this is the latest multichannel audio format from DTS. It supports up to 7.1 channels with 96 kHz sampling rate
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    pages 78-79 7. Hardware Setup 1. Remote ID 2. Tuner 3. HDMI page 86 8. Remote Controller Setup 1. Remote Mode Setup page 43 pages 39-41 1. Input Assign 1. HDMI Input 2. Component Video Input 3. Digital Audio Input pages 67-69 2. Speaker Setup 1. Speaker Settings 2. Speaker Configuration 3. Speaker
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    , or set them manually, which is useful if you change one of the connected speakers after using the Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup function. Note: The Speaker Setup cannot be carried out while headphones are connected to the AV receiver. Speaker Settings See "Speaker Settings" on
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    -pass filter (LPF), which can be used to filter out unwanted hum. The LPF only applies to sources that use the LFE channel. Double Bass*9 This setting is not set automatically by the Audyssey 2EQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup function (see page 45). With the Double Bass function, you can boost
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    dB in 1 dB steps (-15 to +12 dB for the subwoofer). Note: Speakers that you set to "No" or "None" in the "Speaker Configuration" (page 67) do not output the test tone. Note: The speakers cannot be calibrated while the output of the AV receiver is muted. Tip: If you're using a handheld sound
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    On: Panorama function on. Off: Panorama function off (default). With this setting, you can broaden the width of the front stereo image when using the Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music listening mode. Dimension -3 to +3 (default: 0) With this setting, you can move the sound field forward or backward when
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    Setting Neo:6 Music Center Image 0 to 5 (default: 2) The DTS Neo:6 Music listening mode creates 6-channel surround sound from 2-channel stereo sources. With this setting, you can specify by how much the front left and right channel output is attenuated in order to create the center channel. Setting
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    Audio Settings You can change various audio settings by pressing the [AUDIO] button. Note: When the "Audio TV Out" setting is set to "On" (page 78), the [AUDIO] button is disabled. RECEIVER RXFS AUDIO 1 Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [AUDIO be performed on the AV receiver by using its
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    movie theater. Volume" of "Audio Adjust" on page remote controller by using [GUIDE/TOP MENU] button. Speaker Levels You can adjust the volume of each speaker while listening to an input source. These temporary adjustments are cancelled when the AV receiver is set to Standby. Subwfr (Subwoofer
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    the mode specified here will be resumed once the AV receiver has been set to Standby. 1 Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [SETUP] button. via HDMI). DTS-HD Master Audio: Specifies the default listening mode for DTS-HD Master Audio sources, such as Blu-ray or HD DVD (input via HDMI). DSD
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    A/V Sync setting, you can correct this by applying a delay to the audio signal. The delay can be set from 0 to set the delay. To view the TV picture while setting the delay, press [ENTER]. To return to the previous screen, press the [RETURN] button. 4-2. A/V Sync -DVD/BD- A/V Sync 0ms If HDMI
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    to the default, erase the custom name by entering an empty white space for each letter. • This procedure can also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP], [ENTER], and arrow buttons. 1234567890 [ ] \ SP Back OK (Left)/ (Right): Selected when the cursor is moved within the Name
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    , you can specify the volume setting to be used each time the AV receiver is turned on. The range HDMI IN. ■ Display Position This preference determines where on the screen operation details are displayed. Bottom: Bottom of the screen (default). Top: Top of the screen. ■ Language This setting
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    the AV receiver's speakers producing sound, change the settings, change your TV's settings, or turn down the AV receiver's volume. ■ Lip Sync The AV receiver can be set to automatically correct any delay between the video and the audio, based on the data from the connected monitor. Disable: HDMI lip
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    's instruction manual for details. ■ HDMI Control (RIHD) This function allows -compatible components connected via HDMI to be controlled with the AV receiver. Off: disabled (default). On: enabled. Notes: • , which stands for Remote Interactive over HDMI, is the name of the system
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    . Repeat this step for the other settings. ■ Resolution (Reso) 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. See the "Video Resolution Chart" on page 102 to see how
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    you have assigned a digital input jack (see page 41). Normally, the AV receiver detects the signal format automatically. However, if you experience either of the following issues when playing PCM or DTS material, you can manually set the signal format to PCM or DTS: • If the beginnings of tracks
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    2" setting to "Act" (see page 83). Connecting Your Zone 2 Speakers to an Amp in Zone 2 This setup allows 7.1-channel playback in your main listening room and 2-channel stereo playback in Zone 2, with a different source in each room. Hookup • Use an RCA audio cable to connect the AV receiver's ZONE
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    If you've connected your Zone 2 speakers to the AV receiver, as explained in "Connecting Your Zone 2 Speakers Directly to the AV receiver" on page 82, you must set the "Powered Zone 2" setting to "Act" (Acti- vated). 1 Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [SETUP] button. The main menu
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    turn Zone 2 on and off, how to select an input source for Zone 2, and how to adjust the volume for Zone 2. Controlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver ZONE 2 OFF Controlling Zone 2 with the Remote Controller ON/ STANDBY INPUT SELECTOR ZONE2 Note: To control Zone 2, you must press the
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    Zone 2-Continued Adjusting the Volume for Zone 2 Remote controller On the remote controller, press the [ZONE 2] button, and then use the VOL [R]/[X] button. AV receiver On the AV receiver, press the [ZONE 2] button, and then use the [-]/[+] buttons. If your Zone 2 speakers are connected to a
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    recorder with V (page 96) Onkyo Dock (page 95) Looking up for Remote Control Code You can look up for appropriate remote control code 5 from onscreen setup menu. Note: This setting can be carried out by using Onscreen Setup Menu only. 1 Press the [RECEIVER] button followed by the [SETUP
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    also be performed on the AV receiver by using its [SETUP] Remote Mode Setup Code -TV- xxxxx 1. While holding down Remote Mode [ TV ], press and hold down [DISPLAY] (3 seconds). 2. Enter the 5-Digit remote control code. 3. Push [MUTING] to see if the TV responds. 4. Push Remote Mode [RECEIVER
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    the [DISPLAY] button (about 3 seconds). Notes: • Remote control codes cannot be entered for the [RECEIVER] and [ZONE 2] buttons. • Only TV remote control codes can be entered for the [TV] button. • Apart from the [RECEIVER], [TV], and [ZONE 2] buttons, remote control codes from any category can be
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    a remote con- trol code. When a button is reset, its preprogrammed code is restored. Resetting the Remote Controller You can reset the remote controller to its default settings. 1 While holding down the [RECEIVER] button, press and hold down the [AUDIO] button until the Remote indicator
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    con- trol code into the [TV] button and use the TV remote mode to control your TV. Press [TV] button first B K L B C M D E N F G O P H I J Q *1 The supported by the AV receiver is the CEC system control function of the HDMI standard. B ON/STANDBY, TV [] buttons Set the TV to
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    mode to control your component. Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE button first B M N C O D P E F Q G H R S I J T K U L V *1 The supported by the AV receiver is the CEC system control function of the HDMI standard. B ON/STANDBY button Sets the DVD/BD player to On or Standby
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    button (52) Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver. M CH +/- button Selects TV channels on the video recorder. N VOL [R]/[X] button (50) Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver. O PREV CH button Selects the previous channel. P RETURN button Exits the menu or returns to the previous menu. Q Next [] button
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    button (52) Mutes or unmutes the AV receiver. J CH +/- button Selects satellite/cable channels. K VOL [R]/[X] button (50) Adjusts the volume of the AV receiver. L PREV CH button Selects the previous channel. M RETURN button Exits the menu. N AUDIO button Selects foreign language soundtracks and
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    is preprogrammed with the remote control code for controlling an Onkyo CD player. For details on entering a remote control code for a different component, see page 88. Press the appropriate REMOTE MODE button first B I J K L C D E F M G N H O B ON/STANDBY button Set the component to On
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    a remote control code, see page 88. When Using an RI Dock: • Connect the RI Dock to the TV/TAPE IN, VCR/DVR IN, or GAME IN L/R jacks. • Set the RI Dock's RI MODE switch to HDD or HDD/ DOCK. • Set the AV receiver's Input Display to DOCK (see page 44). • See to the Dock's instruction manual for
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    your cassette recorder with the following buttons. The [TV/TAPE] button is preprogrammed with the remote control code for controlling an Onkyo cassette recorder when used with an V connection. For details on entering a remote control code for a different component, see page 88. Press the appropriate
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    Troubleshooting If you have any trouble using the AV receiver, look for a solution in this section. If you can't resolve the issue yourself, contact your Onkyo dealer. If you can't resolve the issue yourself, try resetting the AV receiver before contacting your Onkyo dealer. To reset the AV
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    audio output setting on the con- nected device. On some game consoles, such as those that support DVD, the default setting is off. • With some DVD-Video discs, you need to select an audio . If you switch your player from DTS to PCM, because the AV receiver does not switch formats immediately, you
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    you've entered the correct remote control code (page 88). • Make sure to set the same ID on both the AV receiver and remote controller (page 78). Can't control other components • If it's an Onkyo component, make sure that the V cable and analog audio cable are connected properly. Connecting only
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    least five seconds, and then plug it back in again. Onkyo is not responsible for damages (such as CD rental fees) set the AV receiver to Standby. Important Note Regarding Video Playback The AV receiver can upconvert component video and composite video sources for display on a TV connected to the HDMI
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    Channel 40 General Power Supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power Consumption 5.5 A Dimensions (W × H × D) 435 × 176 × 329 mm (17-1/8" × 6-15/16" × 12-15/16") Weight 10.8 kg (23.8 lbs.) ■ Video Inputs HDMI Component Composite IN 1, IN 2, IN 3, IN 4, IN 5 IN 1, IN 2 DVD/BD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME
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    Chart The following tables show how video signals at different resolutions are output by the AV receiver. ✔: Output Output HDMI COMPONENT COMPOSITE Input 1080p (60Hz/24Hz) 1080i 720p 480p 480i 1080i 720p 480p 480i 480i 1080p ✔ 1080i ✔ HDMI 720p ✔ 480p ✔ 480i ✔ 1080i
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    Gregories Court, Gregories Road, Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire, HP9 1HQ UNITED KINGDOM Tel: +44-(0)1494-681515 Fax: +44(0)-1494-680452 ONKYO CHINA LIMITED Unit 1&12, 9/F, Ever Gain PlazaTower 1, 88, Container Port Road, Kwai Chung, N.T., HONG KONG Tel: 852-2429-3118 Fax: 852-2428-9039 http://www.ch
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E
n
AV Receiver
HT-RC160
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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15
Turning On & First Time Setup
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37
Basic Operations
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50
Using the Listening Modes
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59
Advanced Setup
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66
Zone 2
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82
Controlling Other Components
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86
Others
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97