How to Hook Up an Onkyo Surround Sound System
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How do I set up my Onkyo surround sound?
How to Hook Up an Onkyo Surround Sound System
- Plug in the five surround speakers to the back of the surround sound receiver.
- Plug in the subwoofer cable into the “Subwoofer” port on the back of the receiver.
- Place your speakers around the room.
- Connect your devices to the surround sound receiver.
How do I connect my Onkyo surround sound to my TV?
Just use the HDMI 1 port on the back of your TV. Connect the other end of the cable to your receiver. You’re looking for something labeled HDMI Out; it’s usually a different color. If necessary, connect a digital optical cable to the back of your TV (optical out), and the other end to your receiver (optical in).
How do you do initial setup on Onkyo receiver?
When you turn the unit on for the first time after purchasing it, Initial Setup is automatically shown on the TV to enable you to make settings required for startup using simple operations following onscreen guidance. on the remote controller, select “7. Miscellaneous” – “Initial Setup”, and press ENTER.
What is the best setting for an equalizer?
The best equalizer setting is one that is turned off or one that is set to “flat”, meaning that all dials are set to zero. Equalizers distort the sound of the original master recording. However, they can be useful as a last-resort when compensating for poor speakers or headphones.
Why does my Onkyo receiver have no sound?
Incorrect settings on your Onkyo receiver can result in no sound. The digital input signal should be set to “Auto.” Select the correct digital input source. Unplug headphones from the receiver when you are trying to use your system with the external speakers.
How do I connect my Onkyo receiver to my TV without HDMI?
How do you connect a TV to a receiver without HDMI? You can use any RCA audio cables, a composite video cable, a 5-cable component RCA video cable, or an HDMI converter that matches the input option you have available.
What is Onkyo direct mode?
Direct. In this mode, audio from the input source is output as-is. For example, if a 2 ch source from a music CD is input, the output will be stereo, or if Dolby Digital signal is input, the sound field will be controlled in accordance with the number of channels present.
What should bass and treble be set?
Probably the most commonly known and notable equalizer setting. The bass mid and treble should be set at a ratio of 4:5 as a rule of thumb. Don’t overdo your bass adjustments, or your music will be distorted.