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  • Onkyo HT-RC270 | Owner Manual - Page 1
    AV Receiver HT-RC270 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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    user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Important Safety Instructions 1. Read these instructions. 2. Keep these instructions rear. The rear edge of the shelf or board above the apparatus shall be set 10 cm
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    not user-serviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact your Onkyo Caution Excessive sound pressure from earphones the instructions, receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni- cian for help EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB003 DU CANADA. Sur les modèles dont la
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    color. Using the Remote Controller Installing the Batteries Note • If the remote controller doesn't work reliably, try replacing the the Remote Controller To use the remote controller, point it at the AV receiver's remote control sensor, as shown below. Remote control sensor AV receiver
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    Resetting the Remote Controller 78 Controlling Other Components 78 Learning Commands 80 Using Normal Macros 80 Others Troubleshooting 82 Specifications 87 About HDMI 88 Using an RIHD-compatible TV, Player, or Recorder ... 89 Video Resolution Chart 91 To reset the AV receiver to its factory
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    Features Amplifier • 100 Watts/Channel @ 8 ohms (FTC) • WRAT-Wide Range Amplifier Technology (5 Hz to 100 kHz bandwidth) • Linear Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry • H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply) Massive High Power Transformer Processing • THX Select2 Plus*1 Certified • HDMI Video Upscaling (to
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    for both digital and analog domains. THX Select2 Plus receivers also feature proprietary THX technologies (e.g., THX Mode) which RealNetworks, Inc. * "DLNA®, the DLNA Logo and DLNA CERTIFIED™ are trademarks, service marks, or certification marks of the Digital Living Network Alliance." En 7
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    (➔ 24) C STANDBY indicator (➔ 24) D HDMI THRU indicator (➔ 55) E ZONE 2 indicator (➔ 69) F Remote control sensor (➔ 4) G ZONE 2, OFF, ZONE and indicator (➔ 35) U Input selector buttons (BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, PC, AUX, TUNER, TV/CD, PHONO, PORT and NET/USB) (➔ 25) V USB port (➔ 66) W AUX
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    B Speaker/channel indicators C Z2 (Powered Zone 2) indicator (➔ 69) D Listening mode and format indicators (➔ 35, 57) E NETWORK indicator (➔ 48) Dynamic EQ indicator (➔ 48) Dynamic Vol indicator (➔ 49) K Message area L USB indicator (➔ 66) M Volume level (➔ 25) N MUTING indicator (➔ 26) O Audio
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    Rear Panel BCD E  F G H I J K L M N O * P Q B DIGITAL IN COAXIAL and OPTICAL jacks C V REMOTE CONTROL jack D UNIVERSAL PORT jack E ETHERNET port F MONITOR OUT V and S jacks G HDMI IN and OUT jacks H COMPONENT VIDEO IN and MONITOR OUT jacks I FM ANTENNA jack and AM ANTENNA
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    24) D ACTIVITIES buttons (ALL OFF, MY MOVIE, MY TV and MY MUSIC) (➔ 28, 80) E REMOTE MODE/INPUT SELECTOR buttons (BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT, GAME, PC, AUX, TUNER, TV/CD, PHONO, PORT and NET/USB) (➔ 25) F SP LAYOUT button (➔ 26) G Arrow R/X/F/S and ENTER buttons H SETUP button (➔ 41) I LISTENING MODE
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    the sides of the listener, or slightly behind, about 2 to 3 feet (60 to 100 cm) above ear level. Ideally they should be equidistant from the listener. G Subwoofer(s) The subwoofer handles the bass sounds of the LFE (Low-Frequency Effects) channel. The volume and quality of the bass output from your
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    you use, a powered subwoofer is recommended for a really powerful and solid bass. To get the best from your surround sound system, you need to set the speaker settings. You can do this automatically (➔ 29) or manually (➔ 44). Attaching the Speaker Cable Labels The AV receiver's positive (+) speaker
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    Connecting the Speaker Cables Screw-type speaker terminals Strip 1/2" to 5/8" (12 to 15 mm) of insulation from the ends of the speaker cables, and twist the bare wires tightly, as shown. 1/2" to 5/8"(12 to 15 mm) Using Banana Plugs • If you are using banana plugs, tighten the speaker terminal
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    and surround back speakers. Dipole speakers output the same sound in two directions. Dipole speakers typically have an arrow a Powered Subwoofer Using a suitable cable, connect the AV receiver's SUBWOOFER PRE OUT jack to an input on your powered subwoofer, as shown. If your subwoofer is unpowered
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    support bi-amping. Refer to your speaker manual. Connecting a Power Amplifier If you want to use a more powerful power amplifier and use the AV receiver WIDE L R R Power amplifier EGH F Note *1 Specify "None" for the channel that you don't want to output (➔ 44). SB···Surround Back, FH···Front
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    a 7.1-channel analog audio output. Several standard analog audio cables can be used instead of a multichannel cable. * Available sampling rate for PCM input signal is 32/44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz. Even 176.4/192 kHz is effective in case of the HDMI connection. Note • The AV receiver does not support
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    function Audio return channel (ARC) function enables an HDMI capable TV to send the audio stream to the HDMI OUT of the AV receiver. To use this function, you must select the TV/CD input selector. • To use ARC function, you must select the TV/CD input selector, your TV must support ARC function and
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    The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V, MONITOR OUT S or the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. Front " Rear $ & % # ' ( Connect your components to the
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    may not support all V functions. Refer to the manuals supplied with your other Onkyo components. • While Zone 2 is on, the System On/Auto Power On and Direct Change V functions do not work. • Do not use RI connections if you use HDMI Control (RIHD) (➔ 54). IN L R TV/CD REMOTE CONTROL FRONT
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    ready for use, you'll need to tune into a radio station and position the antenna to achieve the best possible reception. • Keep the AM loop antenna as far away as possible from your AV receiver, TV, speaker cables, and power cords. Tip • If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor
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    receiver supports several connection formats for compatibility with a wide range of AV equipment. The format you choose will depend on the formats supported by your components. Use the following sections as a guide. The on-screen setup menus appear only on a TV that is connected to the HDMI selector
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    IN AV receiver *1 *1*3 *1 *1 *3 Analog OUT HDMI HDMI *1 *2 TV, projector, etc. *1 Depends on the "Audio TV Out" setting (➔ 54). *2 This setting is available, when "Audio Return Channel" setting is set to "Auto" (➔ 54), you must select the TV/CD input selector and your TV must support ARC
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    connected via V. Turning Off Press ON/STANDBY on the front panel. or Press RECEIVER followed by STANDBY on the remote controller. The AV receiver will enter Standby mode. To prevent any loud surprises when you turn on the AV receiver, always turn down the volume before you turn it off. En 24
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    HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V, MONITOR OUT S or the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. This manual describes the procedure using the remote with the remote controller 1 Press RECEIVER followed by INPUT SELECTOR. 2 Start
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    enables you to change settings and view the current information. 1 Press RECEIVER followed by HOME. The following information will be superimposed on the TV screen. BD/DVD Audio Bass Video Treble 0dB Info Subwoofer Level Input Center Level Listening Mode Dynamic EQ Dynamic Volume 2 Use
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    all channels shown here output the sound. *4 When you have entered a custom name in "Name Edit" (➔ 50), the input source is displayed with that name. But even if not, the component name may be displayed if the AV receiver receives it via HDMI connection (➔ 18). *5 For the PORT input selector, the
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    MUSIC (default): 1. The Onkyo CD player connected to the AV receiver is turned on. 2. The AV receiver is turned on. 3. The input selector of the AV receiver is set to "TV component, you can assign it as the source component. While holding down REMOTE MODE, press and hold down MY MOVIE, MY TV, or MY
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    problems over the listening area in both the frequency and time domain. The result is clear, well-balanced sound the subwoofer. ■ Choose the one that best matches yours, and HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V, MONITOR OUT S or the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT, use the AV receiver
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    When prompted, repeat step 6. MultEQ: Auto Setup - - Review Speaker Configuration - - Subwoofer Front Center Surround Front Wide Front High Surr Back Surr Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup. • If the AV receiver is muted, it will be unmuted automatically when Audyssey MultEQ Room
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    appears after 2 or 3 attempts, contact your Onkyo dealer. • Speaker Detect Error This message appears sound distorts, detection issues may occur, so use an appropriate volume level. If the subwoofer has a low-pass filter switch, set it to Off or Direct. Refer to your subwoofer's instruction manual
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    the buttons repeatedly to change the frequency one step at a time. In manual tuning mode, FM stations will be in mono. Tuning into weak FM stereo AM and FM stations directly by entering the appropriate frequency. 1 On the remote controller, press TUNER repeatedly to select "AM" or "FM", followed by
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    through 40. 4 Press MEMORY again to store the station or channel. The station or channel is stored and the preset number stops flashing. Repeat this procedure PRESET F/S on the AV receiver, or the remote controller's CH +/-. Tip • You can also use the remote controller's number buttons to select
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    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 playback. 2 Prepare the VCR for recording. 3 Press AUX input selector. 4 Press TV/CD input selector. This selects the CD player as the audio source, but
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    ray Disc/DVD player is connected to the AV receiver with a digital audio connection (coaxial, optical, or HDMI). • The listening modes you can select depends used while you are listening to sound through your TV speakers coming from components connected to the AV receiver ("TV Sp On" appears on the
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    through two speakers. This is 5.1-channel surround sound. This surround system has five main channels of sound and a sixth subwoofer channel (called the point-one channel). This is 7.1-channel surround sound. This is a further sound enhancement to 5.1 channel sound with two additional speakers that
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    HDMI IN can be output from HDMI OUT. Direct In this mode, audio from the input source is output without surround-sound details (➔ 41). Stereo Sound is output by the front left and right speakers and subwoofer. " S t IIx modes to expand 5.1-channel sources for 7.1-channel playback. % Dolby Pro
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    soundtracks, which use a dis- ( crete surround back channel for true 6.1/7.1-channel playback. The seven totally separate audio channels provide better spatial imaging and 360degree sound localization, perfect for sounds that pan across the surround channels. Use it with DVDs that bear the DTS-ES
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    composition of the surround source, optimizing the ambient and directional sounds to produce the surround back channel out- put. • THX Select2 Music This mode is designed for use with music. It expands 5.1-channel sources for 7.1-channel playback. • THX Select2 Games This mode is designed for
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    high and front wide speakers are not supported. *5 For the Blu-ray Discs, Dolby Digital is used in a 3.1/5.1-channel speaker system. *6 AV receiver can input the DSD signal from HDMI IN. Setting the output setting on the player side to PCM might obtain a better sound according to the player. In that
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    HDMI OUT. If your TV is connected to the MONITOR OUT V, MONITOR OUT S or the COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT, use the AV receiver's display when changing settings. This manual describes the procedure using the remote Remote ID 2. Tuner 3. HDMI 4. Auto Power Down 5. Network 6. Firmware Update I Remote
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    Input/Output Assign Monitor Out You can specify the output resolution for the HDMI OUT and COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR OUT and have the AV receiver upconvert the picture resolution as necessary to match the resolution supported by your TV. ■ Resolution ` Through: Select this to pass video through the
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    assign any input to "PORT" selector. Analog Audio Input Some DVD players output the LFE channel from their analog subwoofer output at 15 dB higher than normal. With this setting, you can change the AV receiver's subwoofer sensitivity to match your DVD player. ■ Subwoofer Input Sensitivity ` 0dB to
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    the "Audio TV Out" setting is set to "On" (➔ 54) and an input selector other than HDMI is selected. Speaker Settings If you change these settings, you must run Audyssey MultEQ Room Correction and Speaker Setup again (➔ 29). If the impedance of any speaker is 4 ohms or more but less than 6, set the
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    you can boost bass output by feeding bass sounds from the front left, right, and center channels to the subwoofer. ` On: Double Bass function on. " cannot be selected (➔ 44). • The speakers cannot be calibrated while the AV receiver is muted. • The test tone is output at the standard level for THX,
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    Manual: You can adjust the equalizer for each speaker manually. If you selected "Manual", continue with this procedure. 1 Press X to select "Channel sounds; high frequencies (e.g., 16000Hz) affect treble sounds. 3 Use R to select "Channel if "THX Ultra2/Select2 Subwoofer" is set to "Yes". ■
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    Certified receivers. With sound channel levels and frequency response. This enables users Channel ` Main: The main channel is output. ` Sub: The sub channel is output. ` Main/Sub: Both the main and sub channels are output. ■ Mono This setting specifies the channel to be used for playing any 2-channel
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    fixed at "Manual". DTS ■ Neo:6 Music Center Image ` 0 to 2 to 5 The DTS Neo:6 Music listening mode creates 6-channel surround sound from 2-channel stereo sources. Items can be set individually for each input selector. Preparation Press the input selector buttons to select an input source. Main
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    Dynamic EQ Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into sound levels in the room, a prerequisite for delivering a loudness correction solution. Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in tandem with Audyssey MultEQ to provide well-balanced sound
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    time. The HDMI Lip Sync delay time is displayed underneath in parentheses. Note • A/V Sync is disabled when the Pure Audio listening mode is selected, or when the Direct listening mode is used with an analog input source. • "A/V Sync" is not operable when the input selector is set to "NET/USB". Name
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    the preset (➔ 33). • "Name Edit" is not operable when the input selector is set to "NET/USB". To restore a custom name to the default, erase the custom name by the "Film Mode" setting is set to "Auto", the AV receiver automatically detects the picture source and in either "3:2" or "2:2". However,
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    " will be available. For "NET/USB" input source only "Digital" will be available. Note • If you connect an input component (such as UP-A1 series Dock that seated iPod) to the UNIVERSAL PORT jack, you can assign only listening modes for the analog sound to "PORT" selector. 2 Use R/X to select the
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    HD DVD (input via HDMI). ■ Other Multich Source Specifies the default listening mode for multichannel PCM sources from HDMI IN such as DVD- Remote ID ■ Remote ID ` 1, 2, or 3 When several Onkyo components are used in the same room, their remote ID codes may overlap. To differentiate the AV receiver
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    be sent to the HDMI OUT of the AV receiver. Audio return channel (ARC) function enables an HDMI (Audio Return Channel) capable TV to send the audio stream to the HDMI OUT of the AV receiver. To use this function, you must select the TV/CD input selector and your TV must support ARC function. Note
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    site. See the Onkyo web site for latest information. • It takes about 30 minutes to complete the firmware update. ■ Version The current version of the firmware is displayed. ■ Receiver ` via NET: You can update the firmware via Internet. Check the network connection before update. ` via USB: You can
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    set to "On" (➔ 54) and an input selector other than HDMI is selected. Tone Control Settings You can adjust the sounds output by the front speakers. Operating on the AV receiver 1 Press TONE on the AV receiver repeatedly to select either "Bass" or "Treble". 2 Use TONE LEVEL +/- on the AV receiver
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    ) before setting the AV receiver to Standby. ■ Subwoofer Level `-15.0dB to of the original sound designer, and with Music Optimizer function only works with PCM digital audio for each input selector. Re-EQ With Height, Dolby PLIIx Movie, Neo:6 Cinema and 5.1-channel source + Neo:6. ■ Re-EQ(THX) `
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    Selector ` ARC: The audio signal from your TV tuner can be sent to the HDMI OUT of the AV receiver input is used instead. ` PCM: Only 2-channel PCM format input signals will be heard. If sound. Note • The setting is stored individually for each input selector. • The setting will be reset to "Auto
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    must be working and able to access the Web. Consult your ISP if you have any problems with your Internet connection. • The AV receiver uses DHCP to configure its network settings automatically. If you want to configure these settings manually, see "Network Settings" (➔ 65). • The AV receiver does
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    :// onkyo.vtuner.com/ portal. To verify your MAC Address, please see "Network Settings" (➔ 65). Note • When the NETWORK indicator flashes, confirm that the Ethernet cable is firmly connected to the AV receiver. • Services available may vary depending on the region. See the separate instructions for
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    , Album, or Track. Note • The search function does not work with media servers which do not support this function. • Depending on the sharing settings in the media server, the AV receiver may not able to access the content. Refer to the instruction manual of the media server. 4 Use R/X to select an
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    Pause operations do not work. Random Playback The Supported Audio File Formats For server playback, the AV receiver supports the following music file formats: MP3, WMA, WAV, FLAC, Ogg Vorbis, AAC and LPCM. Not all servers support of channels: 2 • Variable bit-rate (VBR) MP3 files are supported. (
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    8 bit, 16 bit, 24 bit • Number of channels: 2 Server Requirements The AV receiver can play digital music files stored on a computer or media server and supports the following technologies: • Windows Media Player 11 • Windows Media Connect 2.0 • DLNA-certified media server If the operating system of
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    controller device in the home network. Server Requirements • Windows Media Player 12 • DLNA-certified (the DLNA Interoperability Guidelines version 1.5) media server or controller device Setting varies depending on the device. Refer to your device's instruction manual for details. If the operating
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    then press ENTER. The "Hardware Setup" menu appears. 7. Hardware Setup 1. Remote ID 2. Tuner 3. HDMI 4. Auto Power Down 5. Network 6. Firmware Update 3 Use R/X to select "Network", and then press ENTER. The "Network" screen appears. 7-5. Network MAC Address DHCP IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway DNS
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    into the AV receiver's USB port. Supported Audio File Formats For USB mass storage device playback, the AV receiver supports music file formats. See "Supported Audio File Formats" (➔ 62). USB Mass Storage Device Requirements • The AV receiver supports USB devices that support the USB mass storage
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    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 loss or dam
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    . 2. Connect them to an amp in Zone 2. Connecting Your Zone 2 Speakers Directly to the AV receiver This setup allows 5.1-channel playback in your main room and 2-channel stereo playback in Zone 2, with a different source in each room. This is called Powered Zone 2, as the Zone 2 speakers are powered
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    Zone 2. Controlling Zone 2 from the AV receiver ZONE 2 indicator OFF 2. Speaker Setup Speaker Settings" menu appears. 2-1. Speaker Settings Speaker Impedance Speakers Type(Front) Powered Zone2 6ohms Normal Not room, press ZONE 2 twice. "Zone 2 Selector: Source" appears on the display. 2 To turn
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    While Zone 2 is on, V functions will not work. Adjusting the Volume for Zone 2 ■ Operating with the remote controller 1 Press ZONE2. 2 Use VOL R/X to adjust the volume. ■ Operating on the AV receiver 1 Press ZONE 2 (the ZONE 2 indicator and Zone 2 selector on the display flashes). 2 Use -/+ within
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    is able to read the iPod/iPhone. • The USB indicator flashes if the AV receiver cannot read the iPod/iPhone. Standard Mode control The content information is not displayed onscreen, but can be manipulated using the iPod/iPhone or the Remote Control (NET/USB). Note • The audio of video content can
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    input source. • See the UP-A1 Dock's instruction manual for more information. • See the RI Dock's instruction manual for more 74 information. *1 To use V (Remote Interactive), you must make an analog audio connection (RCA) between the AV receiver and the RI Dock. Composite video V cable*1 Models
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    web site. For supported iPod models, see the instruction manual of the Onkyo Dock. UP-A1 Dock With the UP-A1 Dock, you can easily play the music, photo, or movie stored on your Apple iPod through the AV receiver and enjoy great sound. You can use the AV receiver's remote controller to operate your
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    the AV receiver and enjoy great sound, and watch work with a remote control code (without V). In this case, make an V connection and enter a remote control code 81993 (with V). With the RI Control In this case, make an V connection and enter a remote control code 81993 (with V). • Set the AV receiver
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    not work as expected. • For detailed operation of the iPod, please refer to the instruction manual of RI Dock. *1 This button does not turn the Onkyo DS Extended mode (see *2), the playback will be continued even if the AV receiver is turned off. • In Extended mode (see *2), you cannot operate your
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    TV Code 11339 1. While holding down Remote Mode [TV], press and hold down [DISPLAY] (3 seconds). 2. Enter the 5-Digit remote control code. 3. Push some key to see if the TV responds. 4. Push Remote Mode [RECEIVER]. 5. Choose "Works" or "Doesn't work". Works Doesn't work (Try next code) En 76
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    codes can be entered for TV. • Except for RECEIVER, TV and ZONE2, remote control codes from any category can be entered as REMOTE MODE. However, these buttons also work as input selector buttons (➔ 25), so choose a REMOTE MODE that corresponds with the input to which you connect your component
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    component must be able to receive remote control commands via Q and be connected to the AV receiver via HDMI. *1 The Q supported by the AV receiver is the CEC system control function of the HDMI standard. Resetting the Remote Controller You can reset the remote controller to its default settings
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    DISC +/- ✔ ✔ M PREV CH MENU ✔ ✔ ✔✔ G N RETURN O CLR *1 The Q function is not supported. The Q sup- H ported by the AV receiver is the CEC system control function of the HDMI standard. *2 These buttons function as colored buttons or A, B, C, D but- tons. *3  (Pause) functions
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    Onkyo CD players, cassette decks, and DVD players. However, they can learn new commands, and you can restore the preprogrammed commands at any time by resetting the remote actions: 1. Press RECEIVER to select the Receiver remote con- troller mode. 2. Press ON to turn on the AV receiver. 3. Press TV/
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    macro will no longer work. If you retrieve it, you will have to taught again. Running Macros Press MY MOVIE, MY TV, or MY MUSIC. The commands in the macro are transmitted in the order in which they were programmed. Keep the remote controller pointed at the AV receiver until all of the
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    cord, and contact your Onkyo dealer. Note that resetting the AV receiver will delete your radio presets and custom settings. RECEIVER HOME To reset the remote controller to its factory defaults, while holding down RECEIVER, press and hold down HOME until RECEIVER button lights (about 3 seconds
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    channel, the subwoofer produces no sound. Make sure the speakers are configured correctly. 44 ■ There's no sound with a certain signal format Check the digital audio output setting on the con- - nected device. On some game consoles, such as those that support to 100.0(MAX work AV receiver remains
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    to an input selector, and your TV must be connected to either the HDMI OUT or COMPONENT work as expected. Make sure you've entered the correct remote control 77 code. Make sure to set the same ID on both the AV receiver 53 and remote controller. ■ Can't control other components If it's an Onkyo
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    the Universal Port jack. 2. "Control" is set to "Enable" in the "Network" setting. 3. "HDMI Control (RIHD)" setting is set to "On". (Depending on the TV status, the AV receiver will enter Standby mode as usual.) ■ The sound changes when I connect my headphones When a pair of headphones is
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    , select "Input/Output Assign", and then select "HDMI Input". Select the relevant input selector, and assign it to 42). 3 On the reset back to the original setting, press the same button at the same time. If you select "Use", the AV receiver will output video signals from the video processor. Onkyo
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    General Rated Output Power All channels: 100 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 0.08% (FTC) 110 watts minimum continuous power per channel, 8 ohm loads, 2 channels driven at 1 kHz, with
  • Onkyo HT-RC270 | Owner Manual - Page 88
    PC are not supported. • The HDMI audio signal (sampling rate, bit length, etc.) may be restricted by the connected source component. If the picture is poor or there's no sound from a component connected via HDMI, check its setup. Refer to the connected component's instruction manual for details. En
  • Onkyo HT-RC270 | Owner Manual - Page 89
    Remote Interactive over HDMI, is the name of the system control function found on Onkyo components. The AV receiver can be used with CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which allows system control over HDMI and is part of the HDMI the HDMI input terminal so that the linked operations work properly.
  • Onkyo HT-RC270 | Owner Manual - Page 90
    channel (ARC) function with TV an HDMI (Audio Return Channel) capable TV, this connection is not required (➔ 54). 3. Connect the HDMI output of the Blu-ray Disc/ DVD player/recorder to the HDMI IN 1 jack of the AV receiver AV receiver connected is selected. 5. Following the operating instructions of
  • Onkyo HT-RC270 | Owner Manual - Page 91
    Video Resolution Chart The following tables show how video signals at different resolutions are output by the AV receiver. NTSC/PAL ✔: Output Output HDMI Input HDMI 1080p 1080i 720p 480p 480i Component 1080p 1080i 720p 480p 480i S-Video 480i Composite PC IN (Analog RGB)*1 1080p
  • Onkyo HT-RC270 | Owner Manual - Page 92
    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: 800-229-1687, 201-785-2600 Fax: 201-785-2650 http://www.us.onkyo.com/ ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS
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AV Receiver
HT-RC270
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
Connections
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13
Turning On & Basic Operations
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24
Advanced Operations
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41
Controlling iPod & Other
Components
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71
Others
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82
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