Contents AV RECEIVER Safety Information and Introduction ............2 TX-NR828 Table of Contents...........................................6 Connections .................................................14 Turning On & Basic Operations..................24 Instruction Manual Playback........................................................32 Advanced Operations ..................................56 Controlling Other Components...................82 Appendix.......................................................91 Internet Radio Guide Remote Control Codes En Safety Information and Introduction 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two into the apparatus, WARNING: blades with one wider than the other. A grounding C. If the apparatus has been exposed to rain or TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC type plug has two blades and a third grounding water, SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS TO RAIN prong. The wide blade or the third prong are D. If the apparatus does not operate normally by OR MOISTURE. provided for your safety. If the provided plug does following the operating instructions. Adjust CAUTION: not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for only those controls that are covered by the TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT replacement of the obsolete outlet. operating instructions as an improper REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or adjustment of other controls may result in PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED pinched particularly at plugs, convenience damage and will often require extensive work SERVICE PERSONNEL. receptacles, and the point where they exit from by a qualified technician to restore the the apparatus. apparatus to its normal operation, 11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by E. If the apparatus has been dropped or WARNING AVIS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE the manufacturer. damaged in any way, and DO NOT OPEN NE PAS OUVRIR 12. Use only with the cart, PORTABLE CART WARNING F. When the apparatus exhibits a distinct change The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within stand, tripod, bracket, or in performance this indicates a need for an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the table specified by the service. user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous manufacturer, or sold with 16. Object and Liquid Entry voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may the apparatus. When a cart Never push objects of any kind into the apparatus be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. is used, use caution when through openings as they may touch dangerous moving the cart/apparatus voltage points or short-out parts that could result The exclamation point within an equilateral S3125A triangle is intended to alert the user to the combination to avoid injury in a fire or electric shock. presence of important operating and from tip-over. The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or maintenance (servicing) instructions in the 13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such literature accompanying the appliance. when unused for long periods of time. as vases shall be placed on the apparatus. 14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Don’t put candles or other burning objects on top Servicing is required when the apparatus has of this unit. been damaged in any way, such as power-supply 17. Batteries Important Safety Instructions cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or Always consider the environmental issues and 1. Read these instructions. objects have fallen into the apparatus, the follow local regulations when disposing of 2. Keep these instructions. apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, batteries. 3. Heed all warnings. does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 18. If you install the apparatus in a built-in installation, 4. Follow all instructions. 15. Damage Requiring Service such as a bookcase or rack, ensure that there is 5. Do not use this apparatus near water. Unplug the apparatus from the wall outlet and adequate ventilation. 6. Clean only with dry cloth. refer servicing to qualified service personnel Leave 20 cm (8") of free space at the top and 7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in under the following conditions: sides and 10 cm (4") at the rear. The rear edge of accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. A. When the power-supply cord or plug is the shelf or board above the apparatus shall be 8. Do not install near any heat sources such as damaged, set 10 cm (4") away from the rear panel or wall, radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other creating a flue-like gap for warm air to escape. apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. En-2 Safety Information and Introduction extended period, remove the power cord from the interference in a residential installation. This Precautions AC outlet. equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio 1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal 5. Preventing Hearing Loss frequency energy and, if not installed and used in use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal Caution accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful without the permission of the copyright holder. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and interference to radio communications. However, there 2. AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the unit is not user- headphones can cause hearing loss. is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a serviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact 6. Batteries and Heat Exposure particular installation. If this equipment does cause your Onkyo dealer. Warning harmful interference to radio or television reception, 3. Care—Occasionally you should dust the unit all Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall which can be determined by turning the equipment off over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a not be exposed to excessive heat as sunshine, and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild fire or the like. interference by one or more of the following detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately 7. Never Touch this Unit with Wet Hands—Never measures: afterwards with a clean cloth. Don’t use abrasive handle this unit or its power cord while your hands –Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. cloths, thinners, alcohol, or other chemical are wet or damp. If water or any other liquid gets –Increase the separation between the equipment solvents, because they may damage the finish or inside this unit, have it checked by your Onkyo and receiver. remove the panel lettering. dealer. –Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit 4. Power 8. Handling Notes different from that to which the receiver is WARNING • If you need to transport this unit, use the original connected. BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE packaging to pack it how it was when you –Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION originally bought it. technician for help. CAREFULLY. • Do not leave rubber or plastic items on this unit This device complies with Industry Canada licence- AC outlet voltages vary from country to country. for a long time, because they may leave marks exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the Make sure that the voltage in your area meets the on the case. following two conditions: (1) this device may not voltage requirements printed on the unit’s rear • This unit’s top and rear panels may get warm cause interference, and (2) this device must accept panel (e.g., AC 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz). after prolonged use. This is normal. any interference, including interference that may The power cord plug is used to disconnect this • If you do not use this unit for a long time, it may cause undesired operation of the device. unit from the AC power source. Make sure that not work properly the next time you turn it on, so Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie the plug is readily operable (easily accessible) at be sure to use it occasionally. Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de all times. For U.S. and Canadian models licence. L’exploitation est autorisée aux deux For models with [POWER] button, or with both conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne doit pas FCC CAUTION [POWER] and [ON/STANDBY] buttons: produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil Pressing the [POWER] button to select OFF Changes or modifications not expressly approved by doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, mode does not fully disconnect from the mains. If the party responsible for compliance could void the même si le brouillage est susceptible d’en you do not intend to use the unit for an extended user’s authority to operate the equipment. compromettre le fonctionnement. period, remove the power cord from the AC outlet. Note: This transmitter must not be co-located or operated in For models with [ON/STANDBY] button only: This equipment has been tested and found to comply conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Pressing the [ON/STANDBY] button to select with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Standby mode does not fully disconnect from the part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed mains. If you do not intend to use the unit for an to provide reasonable protection against harmful En-3 Safety Information and Introduction RF Exposure Compliance Modèle pour les Canadien IMPORTANT This equipment complies with FCC/IC radiation REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE The plug is fitted with an appropriate fuse. If the fuse exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME needs to be replaced, the replacement fuse must environment and meets the FCC radio frequency NMB-003 DU CANADA.