About the Onkyo TX-8522
For high-end stereo sound at a remarkably down-to-earth price, check out this versatile receiver from Onkyo. Boasting 100 watts x 2 channels of clean, high-current power, the TX-8522 delivers a powerful sonic punch that's sure to satisfy even the most demanding music lover. You'll also get advanced extras like optional iPod® integration and XM Satellite Radio capability that put you in touch with the latest digital entertainment.
At the heart of the '8522's impressive performance is Onkyo's renowned low-impedance amplifier design. Onkyo pays careful attention to detail with every aspect of this receiver's construction. Its oversized, shielded transformer provides maximum power capacity and stability with minimum hum. An efficient heavy-duty extruded aluminum heat sink ensures cooler operation and longer life from your receiver. Plus the rigid, reinforced chassis and aluminum front panel fight performance-robbing vibration. These details all add up to one thing — breathtaking performance, and the ability to drive virtually any speaker system with ease.
If you're a fan of XM Radio, you'll appreciate how easily you can add it to the '8522. Simply plug in an optional XM Mini-Tuner package and activate your XM subscription to tune in over 170 satellite radio channels. Plus, you can add Onkyo's optional DS-A2x control dock to enjoy listening to tunes on your iPod® through your stereo system. The DS-A2x also features a video output that lets you view your iPod's photos and videos on a TV. You can even use the receiver's remote to control your player while it's docked.
The '8522 provides plenty of inputs for your audio/video gear. Connect up to four audio source components (including a turntable), and up to 2 A/V components (VCR, DVD, etc.). The TX-8522 even offers video switching for added convenience. Two sets of main speaker outputs let you connect an additional pair of speakers. And when you're ready to listen to radio, use the receiver's 40 AM/FM presets or direct access tuning to jump right to desired stations.
Product highlights:
- 100 watts x 2 (stereo) into 8 ohms (20-20,000 Hz) at 0.08% THD
- 4-ohm capability allows use with a wide range of speakers
- XM Satellite Radio Ready (requires XM subscription and optional XM Mini-Tuner package)
- iPod integration (requires optional Onkyo DS-A2x control dock)
- three front-panel display brightness settings (dim, dark, normal)
- direct access tuning
- 40 AM/FM presets
- 4 audio inputs (including phono), and 2 A/V inputs (composite video)
- rotary bass and treble controls
- Pure Audio/Direct mode for cleaner sound
- remote control
- headphone jack
- front-panel switching for two pairs of main speakers
- anti-resonant aluminum front panel
- high-current, low-impedance amplifier design
- oversized power transformer, filter capacitors, and heat sink
- discrete output stage circuitry
- sleep timer
- 17-1/8"W x 5-15/16"H x 13-3/4"D
- warranty: 2 years
- MFR # TX8522
What's in the box:
- AM/FM/Stereo receiver
- RC-664S wireless remote control
- 2 "AA" batteries
- AM loop antenna
- FM wire antenna (with push-on "F" connector)
- Terminal tool
- Stereo Receiver Instruction Manual
- XM Satellite Radio Instruction Manual
- Product Registration/Warranty Card
- "Caution" sheet
- XM Satellite Radio Connect & Play information
- DS-A1 Interactive iPod dock information sheet
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WRAT (Wide Range Amplifier Technology): This technology uses low-negative-feedback circuit topology for accurate signal reproduction, improved dynamic signal-to-noise ratio, and better delivery of power peaks.
XM Ready: Using an optional XM Mini Tuner and Mini Tuner Home Dock, you can take advantage of the variety and sound quality of XM Satellite radio. XM offers over 170 channels of music, news, sports, and talk radio and even has weather and traffic information in several major markets. The channel number, channel name, artist name, song title, and category name can be viewed on the TX-8522's display. XM stations are stored as presets and recalled in the same way as AM and FM stations. A subscription to XM Satellite Radio is required.
iPod Compatible: The DS-A1 or DS-A2 Remote Interactive Dock for iPod (item #'s 580DSA1 and 580DSA2) provide an interface between an iPod digital media player and Onkyo TX-8522. Once the iPod is docked you can control basic functions such as volume control, play, stop, and skip via the Onkyo system's RI-compatible wireless remote control. The dock also charges the battery in the iPod, and allows you to view digital photos and video on an Onkyo system.
Pure Audio: In this mode, the display and video circuitry are turned off, minimizing possible noise sources for the ultimate in high-fidelity reproduction.
Direct: In this mode, audio from the input source is output directly, not allowing you to use the tone controls.
Sleep Function: From the remote, you can set the unit to automatically turn off after as much as 90 minutes or as little as 10 minutes; choices are presented in 10-minute increments.
Display Dimmer: The display can be adjusted to one of three brightness levels.
Remote Control: The remote controls this unit and compatible Onkyo cassette players and CD players.
Headphone Output: This receiver has a standard 1/4" headphone output on the front panel.
Speaker Outputs: There are binding post connectors for the A and B speaker outputs. The binding posts are not 5-way because a plastic collar prevents their use with spade lugs.
XM: This proprietary jack is for use with an optional XM Mini Tuner Home Dock.
IR Input/Output: A commercially available IR receiver can be connected to the IR In jack, allowing you to control the receiver while you're in another room, or when the receiver is out of sight. An optional IR emitter can be connected to the IR Out jack to pass IR commands to other components.
RI Remote Control Jack: The 1/8" RI remote control jack allows you to connect this receiver to compatible Onkyo components.
The Onkyo TX-8522 replaces these items
Onkyo TX-8511
- 100 full-bandwidth-rated watts x 2
- high-current amplifier
- 4 audio inputs
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I've had the Onkyo TX8522 receiver since Dec. and I think it's the best receiver I have ever owned. Crutchfield is the best place anywhere to buy top quality gear at very reasonable prices. Thank You Crutchfield!!!
James from West Monroe, LA