Audio Features
Video Features
Network Functions
USB/iPod Connectivity
Multi-Zone Capability
Radio Functions
Convenience Features
Remote Control
Audio Features
H.C.P.S. (High Current Power Supply): The Onkyo TX-NR509 is
equipped with a H.C.P.S. massive high power transformer to keep your music
sounding great at low and high volume levels.
Burr-Brown DACs (Digital-to-Analog Converters): This receiver is
equipped with 192kHz/24-bit Burr-Brown DACs to decode and playback
high-resolution recordings with less jitter and clearer sound.
Optimum Gain Volume Circuitry: Optimum Gain Volume Control adjusts the
gain so that less than half the amount of attenuation is needed, ensuring the
signal never comes close to the noise floor. This protects the signal against
noise, resulting in a dramatically clearer sound
32-Bit Processing DSP: The Onkyo TX-NR509 is equipped with a powerful
and highly accurate 32-bit processing DSP (Digital Signal Processor) for better
surround sound reproduction.
Listening Modes: This receiver incorporates a wide variety of listening modes to bring you
maximum enjoyment from your audio and video software. You can assign a default
listening mode to each input source so that listening mode will be selected
automatically when you select the corresponding input source. The following
audio formats are supported by the receiver's Listening Mode - Mono, Stereo,
5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel.
|
Stereo/Mono Modes |
|
Stereo |
Sound
is output by the front left and right speakers and subwoofer. |
|
Mono |
Use
this mode when watching an old movie with a mono soundtrack. |
|
Direct Modes |
|
Direct |
In this mode, audio from the input source is output
without surround-sound processing. This mode delivers pure sound
with minimum sound quality adjustment and filtration. |
|
Dolby Pro Logic |
|
Dolby Pro Logic II |
Dolby
Pro Logic II transforms high-quality stereo sound into 5.1-channel
surround sound. Thanks to its full-range performance, you will hear
all the detail and subtleties of a compelling five-channel Dolby
surround sound mix from a stereo signal. You can select between PLII
Movie, Music, and Game modes. |
|
Dolby Pro Logic IIx |
Dolby
Pro Logic IIx transforms high-quality stereo and 5.1ch sound into
6.1- or 7.1-cchannel surround sound. With Dolby Pro Logic IIx you
experience engaging, natural surround sound. Special effects are
more realistic than you ever thought possible. Your movies and
television programming sound richer, with more depth. You can select
between PLIIx Movie, Music, and Game modes. |
|
Dolby Digital |
|
Dolby Digital |
Dolby
Digital has been selected as the default format for DVD video,
standard 2 channel audio playback and HDTV Digital broadcasting.
Dolby Digital features two independent surround channels giving same
full range as the three front channels. Plus it adds a Low Frequency
Effect channel LFE. Dolby Digital accomplishes this by using a
technique called compression. |
|
Dolby Digital Plus |
Dolby Digital Plus is based on core Dolby Digital
technologies. Dolby Digital Plus is an advanced
surround sound audio codec
designed specifically for evolving media. Dolby Digital Plus brings
cinematic sound to Blu-ray,
broadcast, online, game, and mobile phone entertainment (up to
7.1ch) |
|
Dolby Digital TrueHD |
Dolby
TrueHD produces audio that is identical to and every bit as
spectacular as the master recording. It lets you experience the full
potential of Blu-ray Disc (up to 7.1ch), and is even ready for
future HD delivery formats. |
|
DTS |
|
DTS |
DTS
(Digital Theater Systems) uses the same concept as Dolby Digital,
but implements a lower compression rate. This leads to more dynamic
range, improved channel separation, and more subtle nuances. |
|
DTS-HD |
High Resolution Audio |
DTS-HD Audio delivers sound quality that matches the
clear and vivid images of high-definition video. Blu-ray and HD-DVD
discs deliver five times the video resolution of standard DVD and
produce images with stunning realism. But that's only half of the
story. You need incredible sound to complete the high definition
experience and DTS-HD Audio provides the highest quality
multi-channel (7.1ch) sound possible. Movies come alive with sound
as lifelike as the picture, and music becomes as real as a live
performance. |
|
Master Audio |
|
DTS 96/24 |
DTS 96/24
offers a higher quality level of multi-channel audio (up to 5.1
channels) for standard DVDs. The "96" refers to a 96kHz sampling
rate (compared to the typical 48kHz sampling rate.) The "24" refers
to 24-bit depth, compared to 16-bit depth used for CD sound, which
means there is more audio information present. |
|
DTS Express |
DTS
uses a system called DTS Express to deliver Secondary or Sub Audio
to your player. The DTS Express audio is mixed with the Primary
Audio, giving you an intensely great interactive surround
experience. |
|
DTS Neo: 6 |
DTS
Neo:6 takes 2-channel (stereo) audio and completely transforms it
into up to six full-bandwidth matrix channels of surround sound.
Your home theater system will produce six and five separate
channels, respectively, to match your speaker layout. DTS Neo:6 can
also generate a center surround channel from 5.1 material. |
|
Onkyo Original DSP Modes |
|
Orchestra |
For classical or operatic music.
|
|
Unplugged |
For acoustic instruments, vocals,
and jazz. |
|
Studio-Mix |
Suitable for rock or pop.
|
|
TV Logic |
Adds realistic acoustics to TV
shows. |
|
Game |
The receiver offers four different
Gaming modes - RPG, Action, Rock, and Sports. |
|
All Channel Stereo |
Stereo sound from all speakers.
Ideal for background music. |
|
Full Mono |
All speakers output the same sound
in mono. |
|
Theater Dimensional |
Theater-Dimensional circuitry takes
the complexity out of conventional surround-sound setups and lets
you experience the excitement of surround sound from as few as two
ordinary speakers. Theater-Dimensional's unique multi-speaker modes
let you place up to five speakers conveniently by the TV, for the
most realistic virtual-surround sound possible. |
|
Other Listening Modes |
|
DSD |
Audio signals are stored as single-bit values at a
high-frequency sampling rate of 2.8224 MHz, while noise shaping and
oversampling are used to reduce distortion - providing a better
audio quality with a dynamic range of up to 128 db. |
|
Multichannel |
This
mode is used with PCM multichannel sources. |
Note: Dolby Digital
and DTS listening modes can only be selected if your audio source is
connected to the AV receiver via a digital audio connection (HDMI,
optical or coaxial). Even though the AV receiver will decode 7.1channel
surround sound (via HDMI), it will only output 5.1ch surround, because it lacks
Surround Back channel speaker outputs (unless you connect an addition
Surround Back amplifier to the receiver's SB Pre-Outs).
Dolby Pro Logic II Music Settings: While listening in the
Dolby Pro Logic II Music format, there are three further enhancements you can
adjust:
- Panorama: Broadens the front
stereo image to the surround speakers to provide a
wraparound effect, especially effective when there
is limited output from the surround channels, panorama
can be turned on/off in the menu.
- Dimension: Allows you to move
the sound field forward or backward.
- Center Width: Allows you to
adjust the width of the center channel.
Center Image: In the Neo:6 Music mode, the Center Image
feature adjusts the output of the left and right channels relative to the center
channel, allowing you to make the center channel more or less dominant as needed.
This improves the image of the center channel, especially when the listener is
off-center. Adjustment varies from 5 (nothing subtracted from the L/R channels)
to 0 (L/R channel output is cut in half).
Listening Angle: While listening in the Theater Dimensional mode you
can adjust the listening angle to either Wide (if listening angle is 40-degrees)
or Narrow (if listening angle is 20-degrees).
Audyssey 2EQ Automatic Speaker Setup: With the supplied speaker setup microphone, Audyssey 2EQ can measure the number
of speakers connected, their sizes, crossover frequencies and distances front he
listening position and calculate the optimal speaker setting for you
automatically. The supplied microphone includes an attached 19.5' cable that plugs into the
Setup Mic input on front of the receiver.
There is a threaded insert on the bottom of the microphone so it can be mounted
on a tripod for accurate listening position placement. Three listening position
measurements are taken, one primary and two secondary, to optimize the surround
effect for a broad area. You can also setup your speaker system manually using
the receiver.
- Speaker Size: You can set
Large or Small for your front speakers; Large, Small or None for your
surround, surround-back/front-height, and center speakers; and Yes or No for
subwoofer.
- Speaker Distance: The front
speaker distance can be set from 1 to 30 feet in 1-foot increments. The
center and subwoofer settings can be up to 5 feet more or 5 feet less than
the distance you set for the front speakers (30 feet max). The settings for
the surround and surround-back speakers are each individually adjustable,
and they may be adjusted up to 5 feet more or 15 feet less than the distance
you set for the front speakers (30 feet max).
- Adjustable Crossover: This
receiver has a built-in high-pass crossover for any of the speakers set to
Small. This setting is available when the subwoofer is set to Yes. The
frequencies that you can choose from are 40, 50, 60, 80, 100, 120, 150, and
200 Hz. Frequencies lower than the set crossover point are output by the
subwoofer.
- Speaker Levels: You can
manually adjust the level of individual speakers between -12dB and +12dB;
-15dB to +12dB for the subwoofer.
Audyssey Dynamic EQ: Audyssey
Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is
decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics. Dynamic EQ
selects the best possible frequency response and surround levels
moment-by-moment as volume is changed. The result is bass response, tonal
balance and surround impression that remain constant despite changes in volume.
Audyssey Dynamic EQ combines information from incoming source levels with actual
output sound levels in the room, a prerequisite for delivering a loudness
correction solution. Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in tandem with Audyssey 2EQ to
provide well-balanced sound for every listener at any volume level.
Audyssey Dynamic Volume: Audyssey
Dynamic Volume solves the problem of large variations in volume level between
television programs, commercials, and between the soft and loud passages of
movies. Dynamic Volume looks at the preferred volume setting by t he user and
then monitors how the volume of program material is being perceived by listeners
in real time to decide whether an adjustment is needed. Whenever necessary,
Dynamic Volume makes the necessary rapid or gradual adjustments to maintain the
desired playback volume level while optimizing the dynamic range. Audyssey
Dynamic EQ is integrated in Dynamic Volume so that as the playback volume is
adjusted automatically, the perceived bass response, tonal balance, surround
impression, and dialog clarity remain the same whether watching movies, flipping
between television channels, or changing from stereo to surround sound content.
Bass And Treble: You can independently adjust the Bass (50Hz)
and Treble (20kHz) of the TX-NR509 from -10 to +10 dB.
CinemaFilter: Using the CinemaFilter you soften overly bright movie
soundtracks. Movie soundtracks are typically mixed for a large theater (relative to your
home theater) with lots of soft seats and thick curtains on the walls. Home theater
settings often lack these high frequency absorbing wall treatments, making the soundtrack
sound too bright. CinemaFilter accounts for this and for many movies sounds more natural
at home.
Music Optimizer: The Music Optimizer function enhances the sound
quality of compressed music files. The Music Optimizer function only works with PCM
digital audio input signals with a sampling rate below 48kHz and analog input signals.
Late Night Feature: The Late Night feature limits the dynamic
range of Dolby Digital recordings. Limiting the dynamic range makes it easier to
find a volume that ensures the quiet sounds are not too quiet and the loud sounds
are not too loud for night time listening. This allows you to comfortably listen
to without the need to constantly adjust the volume to keep from waking family/neighbors.
The choices are: Off, Low, and High.
Note: This feature only works
with Dolby Digital Encoded software and the depth
of the feature will vary based on the individual
software package.
ARC (Audio Return Channel): This feature allows audio to be
sent from your compatible HDTV to your receiver through the same HDMI cable
already being used to send audio and video to your HDTV. This eliminates the
need for extra cables connected to your television.
Assignable Digital Inputs: The Onkyo receiver is equipped
with two optical digital inputs and two coaxial digital inputs. All four digital inputs
are assignable. You can choose auto decoding , PCM, or DTS for the digital audio
inputs. Auto will decode the signal in its original form (Dolby Digital, DTS,
PCM, etc), PCM decodes the signal to 2-channel, while DTS decodes only DTS
formatted sources.
Binding-Post Speaker Terminals: There are color-coded
binding-post terminals for all speaker connections - Front, Center,
and Surround. The binding post terminals will accept bare-wire, pin-connectors,
and banana plugs (single/dual).
Surround Back Pre-Out: The Onkyo TX-NR509 is equipped with a pair of
Surround Back Pre-Outs, so you can connect a secondary amplifier to power a pair
Surround Back speakers for 7.1ch surround.
Headphones: When headphones are plugged into the full-size
1/4" jack on the front panel, all the speakers are automatically muted.
Note: When you
connect an iPod or iPhone to the USB port on this receiver, no sound will be
output from the headphone jack.
Video Features
HDMI (v1.4): The TX-NR509 has four assignable HDMI v1.4
inputs and one HDMI v1.4 output for connecting DVD players, HDTV set-top boxes,
and other video components to your TV or projector. The receiver's HDMI
circuitry allows the receiver to output an HDMI audio signal from its speaker
outputs, headphone out, and HDMI out so you don't have to run and additional
analog or digital cable. The HDMI inputs can accept and switch 480i, 480p, 720p, 1080i, and 1080p video signals to
a HDTV. The HDMI inputs will support uncompressed standard or
high definition digital video along with the following audio signals: 2-channel
linear PCM, Multichannel linear PCM, and Bitstream. Each HDMI input is
assignable.
3D-Compatible: The TX-NR509's HDMI v.1.4 connections will accept 3D
video from your 3D-ready Blu-ray player and output the video signal in 3D to
your 3D-ready HDTV.
x.v.Color: The AV receiver supports x.v.Color, offering a
wider color range than the current broadcast standard. For the x.v.Color feature
to be useful, the entire video production chain must be compatible
(camera-editing-format-player-display).
Deep Color: The Onkyo receiver also supports Deep Color
which allows the color depth of video signals passing through HDMI to be raised.
The number of colors that could be expressed by 1 pixel was 24 bits (16,777,216
colors) with a standard HDMI jack. However, the number of colors which can be
expressed by 1 pixel is 36 bits with a Deep Color enabled HDMI jack. Since the
gradation of the depth of a color can be expressed more finely with more bits,
continuous color changes can be more smoothly expressed. For the Deep Color
feature to be useful, the entire video production chain must be compatible
(camera-editing-format-player-display).
Note: x.v. Color and Deep Color technology are supported
only when source product, HDMI cable, media and HDTV all support those
features.
HDMI Through: When enabling the HDMI Through function,
regardless of whether the AV receiver is "on" or in "standby" both audio and
video streams from an HDMI input will be output to your television, via the
receiver HDMI monitor output. You can select between 3 HDMI Through functions
modes.
- Auto: Detects the signal and automatically selects the
input sources.
- Source: Selects the input source (BD/DVD, VCR/DVR, CBL/SAT,
Game, PC, Aux, TV/CD, Port) for which the HDMI Through function in enabled.
- Last: The HDMI Through function is activated on the
input source selected at the time of setting the AV receiver to the
"standby" mode.
Auto Lip Sync: The Lip Sync function can automatically
synchronize HDMI audio and video that has gotten out of sync due to the
complex digital video processing being performed by your HDMI-compatible TV.
With HDMI Lip Sync, the audio delay required to synchronize the audio and
video is calculated and applied automatically by the AV receiver.
A/V Sync Control: Occasionally, you may need to manually
adjust the audio/video signals that are not
properly synchronized manually. Typically when using a progressive scanning DVD player. You
can correct this by delaying the audio; options are 0 (no delay) to 400 milliseconds,
in 20 millisecond steps.
Component Video: There are 2 component video inputs and 1 component video output. The
component video inputs and outputs have a bandwidth of 5Hz to 100MHz.
Front-Panel AV Input: The Onkyo TX-NR509 is equipped with a
front-panel audio/video input which consists of a composite video terminal and
stereo audio RCA jacks.
Network Functions
Network-Ready: The Onkyo TX-NR509
A/V receiver is network-ready, which means you can connect it to your home
network with a standard Ethernet cable and enjoy the music files stored on your
computer or media server. If your network is connected to the Internet
(broadband), you can also enjoy Internet radio.
Ethernet Connection (LAN): Connecting the A/V receiver's Ethernet (RJ-45) port to a 100Base-TX switched
Ethernet network is recommended for best results. Use a shielded CAT-5 Ethernet
cable to connect the receiver to your home network.
Note: The TX-NR509 is also compatible with Onkyo's
Wireless LAN Adapter (580UWF1,
sold separately), for a wireless (WiFi) connection to your home network. If
you want use the UWF-1 with the Onkyo A/V receiver, you will first have to
perform a firmware update via a hardwired Ethernet connection.
Internet Radio: The Onkyo TX-NR509 lets you access various
Internet Radio providers through its Ethernet network connection. The TX-NR509 will
display station name and program-related information, such as - artist name,
song title, and elapsed playing time. You can preset up to 40 of your "favorite"
Internet radio stations for easy recall.
| Music Service |
Description |
| vTuner |
vTuner offers easy browsing of internet radio stations and podcasts. vTuner enables
access to web-based radio stations and podcasts via an extremely reliable
online database with a wide variety of content. You can browse content by
Genre, Location, Language, and Favorites. |
| Pandora |
Pandora is a free, personalized Internet radio service
that plays the music you know and helps you discover music you'll love. You
can select Internet radio stations by Artist, Song, or Genre. |
| Rhapsody |
hapsody is a streaming music subscription service
(starting a $10 per month) that allows you to play the full-length
songs you choose on demand from a collection of over 10 million
songs, without ads and without having to purchase or download the
music. |
| SiriusXM |
SiriusXM Internet Radio
lets you listen to over 120 channels of commercial-free music,
talk radio, news, sports, and more. The Onkyo AV receiver includes a free
trial of SiriusXM Internet Radio. |
| Slacker |
Slacker is a free, personalized Internet radio service
that lets you choose the music you want to listen to. You can choose
Internet radio stations by genre, or create custom station by Artist name or
Song title. |
| Napster |
Napster is a streaming music subscription service
(starting a $5 per month) that allows you to play the full-length songs you
choose on demand from a collection of over 12 million songs, without ads and
without having to purchase or download the music. |
| MediaFly |
MediaFly is your free source for personalized audio
podcasts of news, sports, comedy, pop-culture, technology, and more.
|
| Last.FM |
Last.fm is a free music recommendation service that lets
you discover new music you like, based on the music you already listen to.
The Last.fm website is filled with tons of information on artists, albums
and tracks; including more music similar to them, charts, and other statistics. |
Note: To receive Internet
radio, your Ethernet network must have Internet access. Internet URLs in the
following formats are supported: PLS, M3U, and podcast (RSS). However,
depending on the type of data or audio format used by the Internet radio
station, you may not be able to listen to some stations.
Media Server Playback: You can play
back music files stored on your computer or media server (the TX-NR509 is DLNA
certified). Compatible music file formats include MP3 (8-320 kbps), WMA (47-320k
bps), WMA Lossless (16/24-bit), WAV (8/16/24-bit), AAC (8-320 kbps), FLAC (16/24-bit),
Ogg Vorbis (48-500 kbps), and LPCM (8/16/24-bit). Each folder on the server may contain up to 20,000 music
files, and folders may be nested up to 16 levels deep.
Media Server Requirements: The receiver can play
digital music files stored on a computer or media server using the following
technologies.
- Windows Media Player 11 or 12
- Windows Media Connect 2.0
- DLNA-Compatible Media Server
Firmware Updates: Future firmware updates are available from
the Onkyo website through the receiver's Network or USB connection. Visit
http://www.onkyousa.com/download/software.cfm for the latest firmware
updates.
USB/iPod Connectivity
Front-Panel USB Port: A USB MSC (Mass Storage Class) memory
device can be connected to the USB (type-A) terminal located on the front-panel,
allowing you to play music files through the receiver. Your USB MSC device must
be formatted in FAT16 or FAT32. Compatible music file formats include MP3 (8-320
kbps), WMA (47-320k bps), WMA Lossless (16/24-bit), WAV (8/16/24-bit), AAC (8-320 kbps), FLAC (16/24-bit),
Ogg Vorbis (48-500 kbps), and LPCM (8/16/24-bit). The receiver
can recognize up to 20,000 music files in each folder. You can control basic
playback functions of your connected USB device's music from the included remote
control, such as - Folder/File Select, Play/Pause, Stop, Fast Forward/Rewind,
Skip (next/previous), and Repeat/Random. MP3 players containing music files that are managed with special music software are not supported.
iPod/iPhone Direct: Using a USB-to iPod-Dock cable plugged
into the front-panel USB port, music can be played directly from an iPod/iPhone,
bypassing the iPod/iPhone's DAC. The iPod/iPhone is controlled by the receiver's
remote, or you can continue to control your iPod/iPhone from its clickwheel or
touchscreen. Song/artist information and elapsed time are displayed on the
receiver's front-panel display and your connected
TV screen (via HDMI only). You can navigate your iPod/iPhone's music using the
on-screen menu and remote control by Playlist, Artist, Album Genre, Song, or
Composer. You can also shuffle the playback of your iPod/iPhone's music and view
the Now Playing screen. Your iPod/iPhone's battery will be charged while
connected to the receiver. Using the dock cable to connect directly, iPod/iPhone
compatibility is as follows (as of 1/10/2012):
|
iPod/iPhone Model |
Generation |
Tested Version |
Media Type |
Control Type |
Display Type |
Charge |
|
Audio |
Video |
Remote |
iPod/iPhone |
Song/Artist Text |
Track Info |
|
dock connector |
3rd |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
clickwheel
color |
4th |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
|
mini |
1st |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
| 2nd |
N/A |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
N |
|
video |
5th |
1.3 |
Y |
O |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
classic |
80GB |
1.1.2 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
120GB |
2.0.1 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
160GB |
2.0.4 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
nano |
1st |
1.3.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
2nd |
1.1.3 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
3rd |
1.1.3 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
4th |
1.0.4 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
5th |
1.0.2 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
6th |
1.1 PC |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
touch |
1st |
2.2.1 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
2nd |
4.2.1 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
3rd |
5.0.1 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
4th |
5.0.1 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
iPhone |
2G |
3.1.3 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
3G |
4.2.1 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
3GS |
4.3.5 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
4 |
5.0.1 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
4S |
5.0.1 |
Y |
O |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
iPad |
1 |
5.0.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
|
2 |
5.0.1 |
Y |
N |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Y |
Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change
functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may
need to reset the receiver and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If
this doesn't work, you may need to revert to the older software version or
wait until a newer software update is available.
iPod/iPhone Video Dock (Optional): With the Onkyo UP-A1
series Dock (580UPA1,
sold separately), you can play music, photo, and video stored on select Apple
iPods/iPhones through the AV receiver. The UP-A1 offers charging capability and
remote operability via your A/V receiver's remote controller. The UP-A1 connects
to the receiver's proprietary "Universal" port.
Note: The TX-NR509 will only display iPod video from the
receiver composite monitor output (480i only). It also supports Onkyo's
RI-compatible DS-A4 iPod dock (580DSA4, sold separately).
Multi-Zone Capability
Multi-Zone: In addition to the main listening room, you can
also enjoy audio playback from a different source in another room of your home
using the receiver's Multi-Zone function.
Zone 2 Line Out: By using the
Zone 2 line-level outputs on the TX-NR509, you can connect an external receiver or
integrated amplifier in a second room, allowing you to listen to 5.1ch
surround in the main room and 2ch stereo of a different audio source in another room
of your home. The volume of Zone 2 is controlled by your optional integrated
amp.
Compatible Zone Sources: Only Tuner, analog, USB, and Network audio
sources can be sent to Zone 2. You must currently be listening to a USB device
or Network audio source in the Main Zone to initially select USB or Network as a
source in Zone 2 or Zone 3. Then you can switch the Main Zone to any source you
desire.
Note: You cannot select different AM/FM radio stations or listen
to USB and Network content in separate Zones at the same time.
Incompatible Zone Sources: Optical/coaxial digital and HDMI audio
sources are not output to Zone 2. You cannot output any video signal to Zone 2.
Radio Functions
AM/FM 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. You can store a combination of up to 40 of your favorite FM/AM radio
stations as presets.
HD Radio Ready: The Onkyo UP-HT1 HD Radio Module (580UPHT1,
sold separately) sends high-quality digital AM/FM audio via a single proprietary
cable to the Onkyo receiver's Universal Port. The same convenient cable also
powers the tuner unit, saving on cable clutter. The tuner features 40 presets
for FM and AM stations. A rear-side Universal Port input gives you the option of
daisy chaining a second compatible device, such as the UP-A1 Onkyo Dock for the
iPod.
Convenience Features
On-Screen Display (via HDMI):
The Onkyo AV receiver offers an on-screen setup menu through its HDMI output. If
your TV is connected to the composite video or component video monitor output,
you will need to use the AV receiver's front-panel display when changing
settings.
Preset Input Names: You can enter a preset name for each individual
input for easy identification. when entered, the preset name will appear on the
display. This feature cannot be used for AM/FM tuner, or USB input.
Display Dimmer: The display brightness has three settings;
Dim, Dimmer, and Normal.
Sleep Timer: 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.
Auto Standby: The AV receiver will automatically go into Standby mode,
if there is no operation for 30 minutes with no audio/video signal input.
Remote Control
Multi-brand Remote: The supplied RC-801M wireless
remote is a multi-brand remote. The remote is pre-programmed to operate Onkyo
components, as well as other popular brands of equipment, including DVD players,
satellite receivers, cable boxes, VCRs, and televisions. The IR wireless remote
control will operate up to 16-feet away from the receiver at an angle of
30-degrees left or right of the receiver as long as the remote is within the
line of sight of the TX-NR509.
HDMI Control: This function allows CEC-compatible
components (Toshiba REGZA-LINK TV/Sharp TV) or RIHD-compatible components connected via HDMI to be controlled
with the TX-NR509. The AV receiver offers the following CEC HDMI controls.
- The AV receiver will enter Standby mode when the power of the TV is
turned to Standby.
- You can set on the menu screen of the TV to either output the audio from
the speakers connected to the AV receiver, or from the speakers of the TV.
- It is possible to output the audio/video from the antenna or from the
input jack of the TV from the speakers connected to the AV receiver.
- Input to the AV receiver can be selected with the remote controller of
the TV.
- Operations such as volume adjustment or similar for the AV receiver can
be performed from the remote controller of the TV.
RI Remote Control Jack: The 1/8" RI remote control jack
allows you to connect this receiver to other compatible Onkyo components.
Remote App for iPod/iPhone: Additional system control is
provided by Onkyo's Remote App, which lets you use your iPod touch/iPhone as a
remote controller. You gain control of the Onkyo A/V receiver via your iPod
touch/iPhone over your home's wireless network. The Onkyo Remote App for iPod
touch and iPhone provides an intuitive way to operate the Onkyo network A/V
receiver.
- Intuitive GUI: The Remote App's graphical user
interface (GUI) lets you see menus for input source, network source, or
radio station, and make your selection accordingly.
- Menu Control: Selecting the Home Menu feature on your
iPod touch/iPhone makes the receiver's main menu page appear overlaid on
your home theater display. You can then access a variety of menus that let
you adjust settings on the connected Onkyo receiver.
- Volume & Tone Control: Onkyo's Remote App makes smart
use of the accelerometer inside your iPod touch or iPhone. Simply tilt the
iPod touch/iPhone right or left to turn the volume up or down. The app also
lets you adjust bass & treble levels, and select dedicated listening modes,
via your iPod touch/iPhone's touchscreen interface.
- Audio/Video Information: Your iPod touch/iPhone offers
a variety of useful information when you want to know more about the content
playing back through your system. You can quickly check if your audio
content is encoded as stereo or multichannel, for example, or whether your
video content is in standard or high definition.
Note: Available as a free download from the online Apple
App Store. The Onkyo Remote App is compatible with most network-capable
Onkyo A/V receivers released in 2009 or later and the iPod touch (3rd/4th
gen) or iPhone (3GS/4), with iOS 4.2 or later. The receiver must be
connected to your home's wireless (WiFi) network.
Remote App for Android: The Onkyo Remote App for Android
supports wireless audio and remote control functionality for all 2011 Onkyo
Network AV Receivers. The app operates over a wireless LAN and enables a range
of remote control functions, such as volume and tone control, as well as input
selection from your Android device. The Onkyo Remote App for Android also allows
you to stream wireless audio stored on your Android device to your Onkyo home
theater system.
Note: The Onkyo Remote App requires your Android device
(2.1-up) and your connected 2011 Onkyo Network AV Receiver to be connected
to the same wireless (WiFi) network. Support for WMA and FLAC formats
depends on the model of Android phone.
