Contents Introduction ..................................... 2 AV Receiver HT-R520 Connection .................................... 16 Turning On & First Time Setup..... 31 Instruction Manual Basic Operation Playing your AV components ....... 32 Using the Tuner............................ 34 Enjoying the Listening Modes ..... 38 Thank you for purchasing an Onkyo AV Receiver. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit.
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Precautions 1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder. 2. AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the HT-R520 is not user-serviceable. If you cannot turn on the HT-R520, contact your Onkyo dealer. 3. Care—Occasionally you should dust the HT-R520 all over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water.
Supplied Accessories Features Make sure you have the following accessories: Amp Remote controller & two batteries (AA/R6) • 6-channel amplifier • 130 watts per channel min. RMS at 8 Ω, 2 channels driven from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with no more than 0.
Table of Contents Introduction Important Safety Instructions ...............................................................................................2 Precautions.............................................................................................................................3 Supplied Accessories............................................................................................................4 Features .............................................................................
Front & Rear Panels Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 J K MASTER VOLUME TUNING STANDBY/ON PRESET ENTER STANDBY SETUP A SPEAKERS B TONE LISTENING MODE STEREO DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT MEMORY RETURN TUNING MODE CLEAR VIDEO 3 INPUT PHONES MULTI CH DVD VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 TAPE TUNER CD S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R VCR HT-R520 L M N O P For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis.
Front & Rear Panels—Continued Display 1 2 4 For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis. 1 MUTING indicator (37) This indicator flashes when the HT-R520 is muted. 2 Source/listening mode indicators (41) These indicators show the currently selected listening mode and digital audio format. 3 5 4 SLEEP indicator (37) This indicator lights up when the Sleep function has been set. 5 Message area This area of the display shows various information about the currently selected source.
Front & Rear Panels—Continued Rear Panel 1 2 COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO 1 / 2 / 3 IN DVD IN 3 ANTENNA OUT 4 5 FM 75 AM Class 2 Wiring Y FRONT SPEAKERS B OPTICAL 2 VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 PR REMOTE CONTROL DIGITAL IN IN OUT IN DVD SURROUND SPEAKERS FRONT SPEAKERS A PB 3 6 L L R R AC OUTLET CENTER SPEAKER AC 120 V 60 Hz SWITCHED 120 W 1 A MAX.
Before Using the HT-R520 Installing the Batteries 1 To open the battery compartment, press the small hollow and slide off the cover. Using the Remote Controller To use the remote controller, point it at the HT-R520’s remote control sensor, as shown below. Remote control sensor HT-R520 30˚ 2 3 Insert the two supplied batteries (AA/R6) in accordance with the polarity diagram inside the battery compartment. Put the cover onto the remote controller and slide it shut.
Remote Controller How to Use the Remote Controller AMP/TUNER Mode Including the HT-R520, the remote controller can be used to control up to 10 different components, including Onkyo components connected via . The remote controller has a specific operating mode for use with each type of component. Modes are selected by using the nine REMOTE MODE buttons. AMP/TUNER mode is used to control the HT-R520. To select AMP/TUNER mode, press the [AMP] mode button.
Remote Controller—Continued For detailed information, refer to the pages in parenthesis. A STANDBY button (31) This button is used to set the HT-R520 to Standby. B ON button (31) This button is used to turn on the HT-R520. C Input selector buttons (32) These buttons are used to select the input sources. D MULTI CH button (33) This button is used to select the multichannel DVD input. E TONE, [–] & [+] buttons (36) These buttons are used to adjust the bass and treble.
Remote Controller—Continued DVD Mode DVD mode is used to control an Onkyo DVD player connected to the HT-R520 via . To set the remote controller to DVD mode, press the [DVD] mode button. A ON STANDBY I INPUT V1 V2 V3 1 2 3 DVD MULTI CH + TV CH - 4 5 6 CD TAPE TUNER 7 8 9 +10 --/--- 0 CLEAR 2C Before selecting DVD mode and starting playback, you should press the [AMP] mode button followed by the [DVD] input selector button to select your DVD player as the input source.
Remote Controller—Continued N A-B button This button is used to set the A–B repeat playback function. O OPEN/CLOSE [ ] button This button is used to open and close the disc tray. P VIDEO OFF button This button is used to turn off the internal video circuitry, eliminating the possibility of interference when playing audio-only discs. Q CLEAR button CD Mode CD mode is used to control an Onkyo CD player connected to the HT-R520 via . To set the remote controller to CD mode, press the [CD] mode button.
Remote Controller—Continued MD Mode & CDR Mode ON STANDBY TV A I INPUT V1 V2 V3 1 2 3 DVD MULTI CH 4 5 6 CD TAPE TUNER 7 8 9 +10 --/--- 0 CLEAR B MD mode is used to control an Onkyo MiniDisc recorder connected to the HT-R520 via . CDR mode is used to control an Onkyo CD recorder connected to the HT-R520 via . To select MD mode, press the [MD] mode button. To select CDR mode, press the [CDR] mode button.
Remote Controller—Continued M FR & FF [ ]/[ ] buttons The FR [ ] button is used to start fast reverse. The FF [ ] button is used to start fast forward. N Stop [ ] button This button is used to stop playback. O RANDOM button This button is used with the random playback function. TV Control Buttons The remote controller has dedicated buttons for controlling a TV, which can be used regardless of which remote controller mode is currently selected.
Connecting Your Speakers Enjoying Home Theater You can use two sets of speakers with the HT-R520: speaker set A and speaker set B. Speaker set A (HTP-520) should be installed in your main listening room and can be used with Dolby Digital and DTS surround material. Each speaker must be positioned at a specific location in your listening room to get the best from surround sound material. The following illustration shows the best positions for your surround-sound speakers.
Connecting Your Speakers—Continued Connecting speaker Set A Connecting Your Speakers Before you connect your speakers, read the following: • Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. • Read the instructions supplied with your speakers. • Pay close attention to speaker wiring polarity. In other words, connect positive (+) terminals only to positive (+) terminals, and negative (–) terminals only to negative (–) terminals.
Connecting Antenna Connecting the AM Loop Antenna Connecting Antenna This chapter explains how to connect the supplied indoor FM antenna and AM loop antenna and how to connect commercially available outdoor FM and AM antennas. The HT-R520 won’t pick up any radio signals without any antenna connected, so you must connect the antenna to use the tuner. The supplied indoor AM loop antenna is for indoor use only. 1 Assemble the AM loop antenna, inserting the tabs into the base, as shown.
Connecting Antenna—Continued Connecting an Outdoor FM Antenna Connecting an Outdoor AM Antenna If you cannot achieve good reception with the supplied indoor FM antenna, try a commercially available outdoor FM antenna instead. If good reception cannot be achieved using the supplied AM loop antenna, an outdoor AM antenna can be used in addition to the loop antenna, as shown.
Connecting the HT-R520 RCA AV Connection Color Coding Before Making Any Connections RCA-type AV connections are usually color coded: red, white, and yellow. Use red plugs to connect right-channel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled “R”). Use white plugs to connect left-channel audio inputs and outputs (typically labeled “L”). And use yellow plugs to connect composite video inputs and outputs. • Read the manuals supplied with your AV components.
Connecting the HT-R520—Continued Video Connection Formats Connection Guide ■ Inputs Up to five AV components can be connected to the HT-R520’s rear panel inputs, and one to its front panel input. The following table lists the type of component that you can connect to each input. Input Type of component you can connect Page # for more info. DVD DVD player, etc. 23 VIDEO1 VCR, etc. 24 VIDEO2 TV, satellite receiver, cable receiver, set-top box, LD player, etc.
Connecting the HT-R520—Continued Connecting Your TV or Projector Monitor Out Audio Connections ■ Using Composite Video Use a composite video cable to connect the HT-R520’s VIDEO MONITOR OUT to a composite video input on your TV, as shown. The following connections will allow you to listen to audio from your TV via the HT-R520. If your TV has no audio outputs, connect the HT-R520 to your VCR and use its tuner (see page 24).
Connecting the HT-R520—Continued Connecting a DVD player Video Connections Audio Connections You only need to use one of the following video connection methods. Note: Initially, the COAXIAL digital input is assigned to the DVD input source. If you connect your DVD player to a different digital input or only to an analog input, you’ll need to assign it to the DVD input source (see page 31).
Connecting the HT-R520—Continued DVD Multichannel Connection Connecting a VCR for Playback If your player supports multichannel audio formats such as DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD, and it has multichannel analog audio outputs, you can enjoy DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD playback. Use a multichannel analog audio cable to connect the HT-R520’s MULTI CH INPUT FRONT, SUBWOOFER, CENTER, and SURR sockets to the 5.1channel analog audio outputs on your DVD player, as shown.
Connecting the HT-R520—Continued Connecting a VCR for Recording Video Connections • Use an S-Video cable to connect the HT-R520’s S VIDEO VIDEO 1 OUT to an S-Video input on your recording VCR. OR • Use a composite video cable to connect the HT-R520’s VIDEO VIDEO 1 OUT to a composite video input on your recording VCR. Audio Connections • Use an analog audio cable to connect the HT-R520’s AUDIO VIDEO 1 L/R OUTs to the audio inputs on your recording VCR.
Connecting the HT-R520—Continued Connecting Other Video Sources— Satellite, Cable, Set-top box, LD Player, etc. Video Connections ■ Using Component Video Use a component video cable to connect the HT-R520’s COMPONENT VIDEO 1/2/3 IN to the component video output on your video component, as shown. • Your TV must also be connected via component video. You only need to use one of the following video connection methods.
Connecting the HT-R520—Continued ■ Using Analog Connections If your video component doesn’t have digital audio outputs, or you want to record from it, you’ll need to make the following analog audio connections. Use an analog audio cable to connect the HT-R520’s VIDEO 2 IN L/R inputs to the analog audio outputs on your video component, as shown.
Connecting the HT-R520—Continued Connecting a CD Player Connecting a Cassette Recorder Note: Initially, the CD input source is assigned to the OPTICAL 1 digital input. If you connect your CD player to a different digital input, or you connect it to only the analog CD IN, you’ll need to change the input assignment (see page 31).
Connecting the HT-R520—Continued ■ Using a Coaxial or Optical Connection (playback only) • Use an optical digital audio cable to connect the HT-R520’s DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 3 to the optical output on your recorder, as shown. OR • Use a coaxial digital audio cable to connect the HT-R520’s DIGITAL IN COAXIAL to the coaxial output on your recorder, as shown.
Connecting the HT-R520—Continued Connecting Onkyo Components To use , you must make an analog audio connection (RCA) between the HT-R520 and the other component, even if they are connected digitally.
Turning On & First Time Setup STANDBY/ON DIGITAL INPUT ON STANDBY MASTER VOLUME TUNING STANDBY/ON PRESET ENTER STANDBY SETUP ON STANDBY V1 V2 V3 1 2 3 DVD MULTI CH RETURN TV I INPUT A SPEAKERS B + PHONES LISTENING MODE STEREO TONE DISPLAY DIGITAL INPUT MEMORY TUNING MODE CLEAR VIDEO 3 INPUT DVD MULTI CH VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 TAPE TUNER CD S VIDEO VIDEO L AUDIO R TV CH 4 5 6 CD TAPE TUNER 7 8 9 +10 0 CLEAR - VCR T V VOL --/--TONE _ TUNER/ TAPE
Playing Your AV Components This chapter explains how to use the HT-R520 with your other AV components.
Playing Your AV Components—Continued Displaying Source Information You can display various information about the current input source as follows. DISPLAY Press the [DISPLAY] button repeatedly to cycle through the available information. Using the Multichannel Input The multichannel input is for connecting a component with individual 5.1-channel analog audio outputs, such as a DVD player or MPEG decoder. See “DVD Multichannel Connection” on page 24 for connection information.
Using the Tuner With the built-in tuner you can enjoy AM and FM radio stations. You can store your favorite stations as presets for quick selection.
Using the Tuner—Continued Presetting Radio Stations You can store up to 30 of your favorite radio stations as presets. 1 Tune into the station that you want to store as a preset. 2 Press the [MEMORY] button. The MEMORY indicator appears and the preset number flashes. TUNING MODE MEMORY CLEAR 3 PRESET 4 TUNING MODE MEMORY CLEAR While the MEMORY indicator is displayed (about 8 seconds), use the PRESET [ ]/[ ] buttons to select a preset from 1 through 30. In this example, preset #3 is selected.
Common Functions This chapter explains functions that can be used with any input source. Before performing any of the procedures in this chapter, press the [AMP] button first to select AMP mode. Setting the Display Brightness With this function you can adjust the brightness of the display. Press the [DIMMER] button repeatedly to select: dim, dimmer, or normal brightness.
Common Functions—Continued Muting the HT-R520 With this function you can temporarily mute the output of the HT-R520. MUTING Press the remote controller’s [MUTING] button. The output is muted and the MUTING indicator flashes on the display, as shown. To unmute the HT-R520, press the remote controller’s [MUTING] button again, or adjust the volume. The output is unmuted and the MUTING indicator goes off. Muting is cancelled when the HT-R520 is set to Standby.
Using the Listening Modes Listening mode availability depends on the format of the current input signal. For example, the Dolby Digital listening modes are available only while a Dolby Digital format signal is being input. With its built-in surround-sound decoders and DSP programs, the HT-R520 can transform your home listening room into a movie theater or concert hall. To get the most from surround sound, it’s important that you install and configure your speakers correctly.
Using the Listening Modes—Continued Selecting with the Remote Controller Selecting Listening Modes See “About the Listening Modes” on page 40 for detailed information about the listening modes. DVD CD MD CDR TV VCR CABLE SAT DIMMER TV INPUT SLEEP P TO M EN U MEN U + • The Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be selected if your DVD player is connected to the HT-R520 with a digital audio connection (coaxial or optical).
Using the Listening Modes—Continued • About the Listing Modes Use this mode with video games that feature stereo sound. The HT-R520’s surround indicators show which speakers are active in each listening mode. Front left Center Front right Subwoofer Surround left Surround back Surround right Basic Modes Direct The selected input source is output by the front left and right speakers only, with minimal processing for a pure sound.
Using the Listening Modes—Continued DTS-ES DTS-ES supports up to 6.1 channels. The HT-R520 supports both DTS-ES Discrete and DTS-ES Matrix. Discrete mode is for use with DTS 6.1 material. With an additional surround-back channel, each 6.1 channel is digitally recorded for a realistic sense of movement and space. Use it with CDs, DVDs, and LDs that bear the DTS-ES logo. Matrix mode creates 6.1-channel surround from DTS 5.1 material. Since DTS 5.
Using the Listening Modes—Continued Dolby Digital/DTS setting (5.1 or 6.1-channel playback) 3 ENTER If the Surr Back setting is set to anything other than None in the Speaker Configuration (page 48), and if the surround information in the current input signal is “3/2.1” or “3/3.1” (you can check the format of a digital input signal on page 33, “Displaying Source Information.”), you can determine whether Dolby Digital and DTS material is played using 6.1-channels or 5.1-channels.
Recording This chapter explains how to record the selected input source to an AV component with recording capability, and how to record audio and video from two different sources. Recording the Input Source You can record only to AV components that are connected to the TAPE OUT or VIDEO 1 OUT sockets. See pages 22–30 for information on connecting your AV components to the HT-R520.
Advanced Function Using the Audio Adjust Functions These functions only work with speaker set A. Audio Adjust provides various functions for adjusting the sound.
Advanced Function—Continued 0 to 5: Adjustable range. When set to 5, nothing is subtracted from the left and right channels. When set to 0, the left and right channel levels are halved (–6 dB), making the center channel more dominant, particularly useful when the listener is off-center. Digital Input Signal Formats The following table shows the display indicators for each supported digital signal format. Format Display Dolby Digital This function has no effect on the level of the center speaker.
Advanced setup cannot be set while headphones are connected, Speaker B is on, or the multi channel input is being used. Advanced Setup Speaker Distance 4 To get the best from surround sound, it’s important that the sound from each speaker reaches the listener at the same time. To achieve this, you need to specify the distance from each speaker to the listening position.
Advanced Setup—Continued Speaker Levels 3 Turn up the volume so that you can hear the test tone sufficiently. While each speaker outputs the test tone, its name appears on the display, as shown. 4 Use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to adjust the speaker level, and use the Down [ ] button to select the next speaker. The level can be adjusted from –12 to +12 dB in 1 dB steps (–15 to +12 dB for the subwoofer).
Advanced Setup—Continued These settings only need to be changed if you’re not using the HTP-520 speakers. If you are using the all HTP-520 speakers, you don’t need to change anything. 3 ENTER Speaker Configuration This section explains how to specify which speakers are connected and their sizes. For speakers with a cone diameter larger than 6-1/2 inches (16 cm), specify Large. For those with a smaller diameter, specify Small.
Advanced Setup—Continued 7 ENTER ENTER Use the Down [ ] button to select “Surr Back,” and use the Left and Right [ ]/[ ] buttons to select Small, Large, or None. Small: Select if the surround back speaker is small. Large: Select if the surround back speaker is large. None: Select if no surround back speaker is connected. Notes: • If the Surround setting in step 6 is set to None, this setting does not appear. • If the Surround setting in step 6 is set to Small, the Large option cannot be selected.
Controlling Other Components You can use the HT-R520’s remote controller (RC570M) to control your other AV components, including those made by other manufacturers. To do this you first need to enter the appropriate remote control code for your DVD player, TV, VCR, cable receiver, or satellite receiver. Then you need to select the corresponding remote controller mode (see page 10).
Controlling Other Components—Continued Remote Control Codes When two or more codes are given, try each one in turn, and choose the one that works best. Depending on the manufacturer and component, the remote controller may not work as expected.
Controlling Other Components—Continued SAT (satellite receiver) VCR Manufacturer Control code Manufacturer Control code Manufacturer Control code Tristar 4016 Aiwa 2012, 2046, 2047 Jensen 2013 Unisat 4013 Akai 2003, 2004, 2022 JVC Universum 4021, 4024 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2032, 2035, 2040, 2048 Alba Vortec 4017 2033, 2041, 2044, 2045, 2047 Kaisui 2033 Wela 4025 Anitech 2033 Kendo 2041, 2046 Zehnder 4020 ASA 2034 Kenwood 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009 Zenith 4032 Baird 2
Controlling Other Components—Continued VCR TV TV Manufacturer Control code Manufacturer Control code Admiral 1026, 1040, 1062 RCA 2001, 2002, 2003, 2008, 2010, 2013, 2021, 2023, 2025, 2026, 2027 Akai 1002, 1067 Realistic 2007, 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2017 Akura 1045 Alba 1035, 1043 Rex 2048 Amplivision 1063 Roadstar 2033, 2043 Amstrad 1035, 1067 Runco 2019 Amtron 1009 Saba 2040, 2048 Anam National 1003, 1009 Saisho 2028, 2041 Anitech 1035 Salora 2030 AOC 1004, 1005,
Controlling Other Components—Continued TV TV Control code Manufacturer Control code Manufacturer Control code Loewe 1014, 1040, 1055 Quasar 1003, 1012, 1031 Technics 1012, 1044, 1061 Quelle 1036, 1039, 1054, 1055, 1058, 1059, 1068 Techwood 1004, 1006, 1012 Radio Shack 1010, 1017, 1034 Teknika Radio Shack/ Realistic 1001, 1004, 1006, 1007, 1009, 1010, 1017, 1021, 1025 1004, 1005, 1006, 1007, 1009, 1022, 1025, 1031, 1070 Teleavia 1066 Telecaption 1024 Telefunken 1066 Teletech 103
Controlling Other Components—Continued 1. Use the mode buttons to select the appropriate remote controller mode. 2. Point the remote controller at your AV component, and use the following buttons (you must enter the appropriate remote control code first).
Troubleshooting Power Symptom The HT-R520 shuts down immediately after being turned on? Possible cause Remedy The amp protection system has been activated. Contact your Onkyo dealer. The HT-R520 is muted and the MUTING indicator is on. Unmute the HT-R520 (page 37). Make sure that all audio connecting plugs are pushed in all the way. And make sure that the inputs and outputs of all components are connected properly (page 20). The HT-R520 is not connected properly.
Troubleshooting—Continued Symptom Possible cause Remedy The level of the surround back speaker is set Check the volume of the surround back at minimum. speaker (page 47). Audio The surround back speakers produce no sound? A low-frequency noise or hum can be heard? The Surround Back setting is set to None in the Speaker Configuration. Check the Surround Back setting in the Speaker Configuration (page 48). The selected listening mode doesn’t use the surround back speakers.
Troubleshooting—Continued Symptom Possible cause Remedy Use the [TUNING MODE] button to select Manual Tuning mode, and tune the station in mono (page 34). Reception is noisy, intermittent, and the FM STEREO indicator flashes? You’re too far away from the transmitter. Or, your FM antenna is in the wrong position or pointing in the wrong direction. Or, the station’s signal strength is poor. Adjust the position, height, and direction of your FM antenna.
Specifications Amplifier Section General Power output: All channels: Dynamic power: Power supply: Power consumption: Standby power consumption: Dimensions (W x H x D): THD (total harmonic distortion): Damping factor: Input sensitivity and impedance: Output level and impedance: Frequency response: 130 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz–20 kHz, FTC) 2 x 260 W (3 Ω, front) 2 x 200 W (4 Ω, front) 2 x 95 W (8 Ω, front) 0.
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