ONKYO NC500 - Owner's Manual Immediate Download

Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo Audio Network

Receiver.

Please read this manual thoroughly before making

connections and plugging in the unit. Following the

instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain

optimum performance and listening enjoyment from

your new Audio Network Receiver.

Please retain this manual for future reference.

NC-500

Audio Network Receiver

Instruction Manual

Before using

Connections

Operations

Other Information

Contents

1. Read Instructions All the safety and operat-

ing instructions should be read before the appli-

ance is operated.

2. Retain Instructions The safety and operat-

ing instructions should be retained for future

reference.

3. Heed Warnings All warnings on the appli-

ance and in the operating instructions should be

adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions All operating and use

instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning Unplug the appliance from the wall

outlet before cleaning. The appliance should be

cleaned only as recommended by the manufac-

turer.

6. Attachments Do not use attachments not rec-

ommended by the appliance manufacturer as

they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture Do not use the appli-

ance near water for example, near a bath tub,

wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a

wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and

the like.

8. Accessories Do not place the appliance on an

unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.

The appliance may fall, causing serious injury

to a child or adult, and serious damage to the

appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod,

bracket, or table recommended by the manufac-

turer, or sold with the appliance. Any mounting

of the appliance should fol-

low the manufacturer's in-

structions, and should use a

mounting accessory recom-

mended by the manufac-

turer.

Important Safeguards

9. An appliance and cart combination should be

moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,

and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance

and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet

are provided for ventilation and to ensure reli-

able operation of the appliance and to protect it

from overheating, and these openings must not

be blocked or covered. The openings should

never be blocked by placing the appliance on a

bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The ap-

pliance should not be placed in a built-in instal-

lation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper

ventilation is provided. There should be free

space of at least 20 cm (8 in.) and an opening

behind the appliance.

11. Power Sources The appliance should be op-

erated only from the type of power source indi-

cated on the marking label. If you are not sure

of the type of power supply to your home, con-

sult your appliance dealer or local power com-

pany.

12. Grounding or Polarization The appliance

may be equipped with a polarized alternating

current line plug (a plug having one blade

wider than the other). This plug will fit into the

power outlet only one way. This is a safety fea-

ture. If you are unable to insert the plug fully

into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the

plug should still fail to fit, contact your electri-

cian to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not de-

feat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

13. Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords

should be routed so that they are not likely to be

walked on or pinched by items placed upon or

against them, paying particular attention to

cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and

the point where they exit from the appliance.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SER-

VICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral

triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

"dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be

of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to

persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to

alert the user to the presence of important operating and mainte-

nance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the

appliance.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

S3125A

Other

Information

C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or

water,

D. If the appliance does not operate normally

by following the operating instructions.

Adjust only those controls that are covered

by the operating instructions as an im-

proper adjustment of other controls may re-

sult in damage and will often require exten-

sive work by a qualified technician to re-

store the appliance to its normal operation,

E. If the appliance has been dropped or dam-

aged in any way, and

F. When the appliance exhibits a distinct

change in performance this indicates a

need for service.

21. Replacement Parts When replacement parts

are required, be sure the service technician has

used replacement parts specified by the manu-

facturer or have the same characteristics as the

original part. Unauthorized substitutions may

result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

22. Safety Check Upon completion of any ser-

vice or repairs to the appliance, ask the service

technician to perform safety checks to deter-

mine that the appliance is in proper operation

condition.

23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The appliance

should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as

recommended by the manufacturer.

24. Heat The appliance should be situated away

from heat sources such as radiators, heat regis-

ters, stoves, or other appliances (including am-

plifiers) that produce heat.

25. Liquid Hazards The appliance shall not be

exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects

filled with liquids, such as vases shall be placed

on the appliance.

FIGURE 1:

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NA-

TIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside

antenna or cable system is connected to the ap-

pliance, be sure the antenna or cable system is

grounded so as to provide some protection

against voltage surges and built-up static

charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical

Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information

with regard to proper grounding of the mast and

supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in

wire to an antenna-discharge unit, size of

grounding conductors, location of antenna-dis-

charge unit, connection to grounding elec-

trodes, and requirements for the grounding

electrode. See Figure 1.

15. Lightning For added protection for the appli-

ance during a lightning storm, or when it is left

unattended and unused for long periods of time,

unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect

the antenna or cable system. This will prevent

damage to the appliance due to lightning and

power-line surges.

16. Power Lines An outside antenna system

should not be located in the vicinity of over-

head power lines or other electric light or

power circuits, or where it can fall into such

power lines or circuits. When installing an out-

side antenna system, extreme care should be

taken to keep from touching such power lines

or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

17. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets,

extension cords, or integral convenience recep-

tacles as this can result in a risk of fire or elec-

tric shock.

18. Object and Liquid Entry Never push ob-

jects of any kind into the appliance through

openings as they may touch dangerous voltage

points or short-out parts that could result in a

fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any

kind on the appliance.

19. Servicing Do not attempt to service the appli-

ance yourself as opening or removing covers

may expose you to dangerous voltage or other

hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service

personnel.

20. Damage Requiring Service Unplug the ap-

pliance form the wall outlet and refer servicing

to qualified service personnel under the follow-

ing conditions:

A. When the power-supply cord or plug is

damaged,

B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have

fallen into the appliance,

Important Safeguards

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

GROUND

CLAMP

ANTENNA

LEAD IN

WIRE

S2898A

Precautions

1. Recording Copyright

Recording of copyrighted material for other than

personal use is illegal without permission of the

2. AC Fuse

The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not

user-serviceable. If power does not come on, con-

tact your Onkyo authorized service station.

3. Care

From time to time you should wipe the front and

rear panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth. For

heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth in a weak solution

of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry, and

wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately

with a clean cloth. Do not use rough material,

thinners, alcohol or other chemical solvents or

cloths since these could damage the finish or re-

move the panel lettering.

4. Power

WARNING

BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE

FIRST TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SEC-

TION CAREFULLY.

The voltage of the available power supply differs

according to country or region. Be sure that the

power supply voltage of the area where this unit

will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC

120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel.

Setting the STANDBY button to standby does not

shut off the power completely. So the power cord

should be removed from the AC outlet when the

unit is not used for a prolonged time.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system

installer's attention to Station 820-40 of the NEC,

which provides guidelines for proper grounding

and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground

shall be connected to the grounding system of the

building, as close to the point of cable entry as prac-

tical.

FCC Information for User

CAUTION:

The user changes or modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible for compliance

could void the user's authority to operate the equip-

ment.

NOTE:

This equipment has been tested and found to com-

ply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pur-

suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are

designed to provide reasonable protection against

harmful interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate ra-

dio frequency energy and, if not installed and used

in accordance with the instructions, may cause

harmful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference

will not occur in a particular installation. If this

equipment does cause harmful interference to radio

or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is en-

couraged to try to correct the interference by one or

more of the following measures:

· Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

· Increase the separation between the equipment

and receiver.

· Connect the equipment into an outlet on a cir-

cuit different from that to which the receiver is

connected.

· Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

Other

Information

Precautions

For Canadian models

NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARA-

TUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.

For models having a power cord with a polarized

plug:

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC

SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO

WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COM-

PLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.

Modèle pour les Canadien

REMARQUE:

CET

APPAREIL

NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CON-

FORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.

Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:

ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS

ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA

PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE

CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET

POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND.

CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE

B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003

DU CANADA.

Memory Preservation

This unit does not require memory preservation

batteries. A built-in memory power back-up sys-

tem preserves the contents of the memory dur-

ing power failures and even when the unit is un-

plugged. The unit must be plugged in order to

charge the back-up system.

The memory preservation period after the unit

has been unplugged varies depending on climate

and placement of the unit. On the average,

memory contents are protected over a period of

a few weeks after the last time the unit has been

unplugged. This period is shorter when the unit

is exposed to a highly humid climate.