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Contents
Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo AV 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 AV Receiver. Please retain this manual for
future reference.
TX-DS989
Appendix
Troubleshooting guide .................................... 68
The default settings ........................................ 71
Your system setting ........................................ 72
Specifications ................................................. 76
Remote controller
Using remote controller .................................. 56
Programming the commands of
remote controllers for other devices
into the remote controller ............................. 61
Using a Macro function .................................. 64
Enjoying music or videos
Enjoying music or videos in the remote zone ... 49
Listening to Radio Broadcasts ........................ 50
Enjoying music or videos
with the TX-DS989 ...................................... 52
Recording a source ......................................... 54
Setting OSD menu
The On-Screen Display (OSD) menu ............ 28
Speaker Setup ................................................. 30
Input Setup ...................................................... 34
Listening Mode Setup .................................... 42
Preference ....................................................... 46
Zone2 OSD Setup ........................................... 48
About .............................................................. 48
Before using
Important Safeguards ....................................... 2
Precautions ........................................................ 3
Contents ............................................................ 4
Supplied accessories ......................................... 5
Features ............................................................. 6
Before using remote controller ......................... 7
AV Receiver
Instruction Manual
OFF
ON
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
MASTER VOLUME
POWER
DISPLAY
DVD
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
VIDEO
4
VIDEO
5
TAPE
1
TAPE
2
AM
FM
PHONO
C D
OPEN/CLOSE
ZONE
2 ()
GRN
REC ()
RED
AV RECEIVER
TX-DS
989
Facilities and connections
Front panel facilities ......................................... 8
Remote controller ........................................... 11
Rear panel facilities ........................................ 12
Example of how to connect your equipment ..... 16
Connecting speakers ....................................... 20
Connecting antennas ....................................... 22
Connecting to the IR IN ZONE 2 input ......... 24
Connecting to the IR IN MAIN input ............ 25
Connecting a graphic equalizer
and power amplifiers ................................... 26
Connecting the power ..................................... 27


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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-SERVICEABLE
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 maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE
NE PAS
OUVRIR
AVIS
1. Read Instructions ­ All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions ­ The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings ­ All warnings on the appliance 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 recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
6. Attachments­ Do not use attachments not recommended by
the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7. Water and Moisture ­Do not use the appliance 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 manufacturer, or sold with the appliance.
Any mounting of the appliance
should follow the manufacturer's
instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
9. An appliance and cart combina-
tion 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 overheat-
ing, 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 appliance should
not be placed in a built-in installation 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 operated only from
the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you
are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult
your appliance dealer or local power company.
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 feature. 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 electrician
to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety pur-
pose 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.
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding ­ If an outside antenna or
cable system is connected to the appliance, 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 in-
formation with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an an-
tenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,
and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure 1.
15. Lightning ­ For added protection for the appliance during a
lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for
long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and discon-
nect 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 lo-
cated in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric
light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power
lines or circuits. When installing an outside 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 receptacles as this can result in a risk
of fire or electric shock.
18. Object and Liquid Entry ­ Never push objects of any kind
into the appliance through openings as they may touch danger-
ous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire
or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the appli-
ance.
19. Servicing ­ Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified ser-
vice personnel.
20. Damage Requiring Service ­ Unplug the appliance form the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the
appliance,
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 improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the appliance to its normal operation,
E. If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way,
and
F. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in perfor-
mance ­ this indicates a need for service.
Important Safeguards
PORTABLE CART WARNING
S3125A


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1. Warranty Claim
You can find the serial number on the rear panel of this unit. In
case of warranty claim, please report this number.
2. Recording Copyright
Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is
illegal without permission of the copyright holder.
3. AC Fuse
The fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user-serviceable. If
power does not come on, contact your Onkyo authorized service station.
4. 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 chemi-
cal solvents or cloths since these could damage the finish or re-
move the panel lettering.
5. Power
WARNING
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME,
READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION 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 230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the rear panel.
Precautions
For U.S. model
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's at-
tention to Article 820-40 of the NEC, ANSI/NFPA 70, which pro-
vides 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 practical.
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 equipment.
NOTE:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the lim-
its for a Class B digital device, pursuant 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 radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions,
may cause harmful interference to radio communications. How-
ever, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a par-
ticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-
ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged 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 circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
· Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For Canadian model
CAUTION: THIS DIGITAL APPARATUS DOES NOT EX-
CEED THE CLASS B LIMITS FOR RADIO NOISE EMISSION
FROM DIGITAL APPARATUS SET OUT IN THE RADIO IN-
TERFERENCE REGULATIONS OF THE CANADIAN DE-
PARTMENT OF COMMUNICATIONS.
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.
Modele pour les Canadien
ATTENTION:L'INTERFÉRENCE RADIO ÉLECTRIQUE
GÉNÉRÉE PAR CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE TYPE B
NE DÉPASSE PAS LES LIMITES ÉNONCÉES DANS LE
RÈGLEMENT
SUR
LES
PERTURBATIONS
RADIO
ÉLECTRIQUES, SECTION APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE, DU
MINISTÈRE DES COMMUNICATIONS.
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.
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
21. Replacement Parts­When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts speci-
fied by the manufacturer 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 service or repairs to the
appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine 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 registers, stoves, or other appli-
ances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
FIGURE 1:
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
Taped
Precautions during unpacking
· The unit is extremely heavy, so be careful when lifting it so
as not to cause an injury. Do not lift or move the unit by hold-
ing it at the door on the front panel. Doing so may damage the
front door.
· When packaged, the door on the front panel is taped to the
unit. Before use, be sure to remove this tape.
OFF
ON
STANDBY/ON
STANDBY
MASTER VOLUME
POWER
DISPLAY
DVD
VIDEO
1
VIDEO
2
VIDEO
3
VIDEO
4
VIDEO
5
TAPE
1
TAPE
2
AM
FM
PHONO
C D
OPEN/CLOSE
ZONE
2 ()
GRN
REC ()
RED
AV RECEIVER
TX-DS
989
· The taping for packaging may be different for your product.


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Contents
Before using
Important Safeguards ......................................... 2
Precautions ......................................................... 3
Contents .............................................................. 4
Supplied accessories ......................................... 5
Features ............................................................... 6
Before using remote controller ......................... 7
Installing the remote controller batteries ......................... 7
Using the remote controller .............................................. 7
Facilities and connections
Front panel facilities ........................................... 8
Front panel ........................................................................ 9
Lower buttons in the front door ....................................... 9
Front panel display ......................................................... 10
Remote controller ............................................. 11
Rear panel facilities .......................................... 12
Example of how to connect your equipment .... 16
Standard connections ...................................................... 17
Connecting your audio components .............................. 18
Connecting your video components .............................. 18
Connecting speakers ....................................... 20
Ideal speaker configuration ............................................ 20
Minimum speaker configuration for
surround sound playback ........................................ 20
Speaker placement .......................................................... 20
Connecting speakers ....................................................... 21
Connecting the speaker cable ......................................... 21
Connecting a subwoofer ................................................. 21
Connecting antennas ....................................... 22
Connecting the included antennas ................................. 22
Assembling the AM loop antenna .................................. 22
Connecting the AM antenna cable ................................. 22
Connecting an FM outdoor antenna ............................... 23
Connecting an AM outdoor antenna .............................. 23
Directional linkage ......................................................... 23
Connecting the antenna cable to
the 75/300
antenna adapter (not included) ......... 23
Connecting to the IR IN ZONE 2 input ............ 24
Outline ............................................................................ 24
Connecting the main and remote zones ......................... 24
Connecting to the IR IN MAIN input ................ 25
Outline ............................................................................ 25
Connecting a graphic equalizer and power
amplifiers ...................................................... 26
Connecting a graphic equalizer ...................................... 26
Connecting power amplifiers ......................................... 26
Connecting the power ...................................... 27
Connecting the power ..................................................... 27
Setting OSD menu
The On-Screen Display (OSD) menu .............. 28
Navigating through the OSD menu ................................ 29
Speaker Setup ................................................... 30
1.
Speaker Setup menu ............................................... 30
1-1. Speaker Config sub-menu ...................................... 30
1-2. Speaker Distance sub-menu ................................... 31
1-3. Level Calibration sub-menu ................................... 32
1-4. Bass Peak Level sub-menu .................................... 33
1-5. LFE Level Setup sub-menu .................................... 33
Input Setup ........................................................ 34
2.
Input Setup menu ................................................... 34
2-1. Digital Setup sub-menu .......................................... 34
2-2. Multichannel Setup sub-menu ............................... 36
2-3. Video Setup sub-menu ........................................... 36
2-4. Listening Mode Preset sub-menu .......................... 37
Input source signals ................................................ 38
Listening Modes ..................................................... 38
2-5. Delay sub-menu ...................................................... 40
2-6. Sound Effect sub-menu .......................................... 40
2-7. Character Input sub-menu ...................................... 41
2-8. Miscellaneous Setup .............................................. 41
Listening Mode Setup ...................................... 42
3.
Listening Mode Setup menu .................................. 42
Description listening mode parameters ................. 44
Preference ......................................................... 46
4.
Preference menu ..................................................... 46
4-1. Volume Setup sub-menu ........................................ 46
4-2. OSD Setup sub-menu ............................................. 47
4-3. OSD Tweak ............................................................ 47
Zone2 OSD Setup ............................................. 48
5.
Zone2 OSD Setup menu ........................................ 48
About .................................................................. 48
6.
About menu ............................................................ 48
6-1. Lock Setup sub-menu ............................................. 48
6-2. Version .................................................................... 48
Enjoying music or videos
Enjoying music or videos in the remote zone .. 49
Controlling the TX-DS989 from the remote zone ......... 49
Controlling the TX-DS989 without the remote controller .. 49
Listening to Radio Broadcasts ........................ 50
Listening to FM/AM Radio Stations ............................. 50
Tuning into a radio station ............................................. 50
Presetting a radio station ................................................ 51
Selecting a preset radio station ...................................... 51
Erasing a preset radio station ......................................... 51
Enjoying music or videos with the TX-DS989 ... 52
Selecting an input source ............................................... 52
Adjusting the volume ..................................................... 52
Changing the listening mode .......................................... 52
Listening with headphones ............................................. 52
Using the many features of the TX-DS989 ................... 52
If one of the messages shown below appears ................ 53
Enjoying the multichannel output .................................. 53


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Contents
Recording a source .......................................... 54
To record the input source signal you are currently
watching or listening to .......................................... 54
To record an input source signal different from that
you are currently watching or listening to ............. 55
Recording the video from one source and
the audio from another ............................................ 55
Remote controller
Using remote controller ................................... 56
Overview ......................................................................... 56
Using the remote controller to control each device ....... 56
Controlling the TX-DS989 ............................................. 56
Controlling an Onkyo CD player ................................... 58
Controlling an Onkyo MD recorder ............................... 58
Controlling an Onkyo cassette tape deck ....................... 59
Calling up a preset radio station .................................... 59
Controlling an Onkyo DVD player ................................ 60
SAT, CABLE, VCR, and TV MODE buttons ................ 60
Programming the commands of
remote controllers for other devices
into the remote controller ........................... 61
Programming procedure ................................................. 61
Erasing the programmed command from one button .... 63
Erasing all the commands programmed under
a MODE button ....................................................... 63
Using a Macro function .................................... 64
What is a Macro function? ............................................. 64
Programming a Macro function ..................................... 64
Running a Macro function ............................................. 64
Programming the Direct Macro function ....................... 65
Running a Direct Macro function .................................. 65
Erasing a macro from the MODE MACRO button ....... 66
Erasing a direct macro from the
DIRECT MACRO button ....................................... 66
Erasing all commands and macros that have been
programmed ............................................................ 67
Appendix
Troubleshooting guide ..................................... 68
POWER .......................................................................... 68
SPEAKERS .................................................................... 68
FM/AM TUNER ............................................................. 69
VIDEO and AUDIO ....................................................... 69
REMOTE CONTROLLER ............................................ 69
OTHER ........................................................................... 70
The default settings .......................................... 71
Your system setting .......................................... 72
Inputs .............................................................................. 72
Speakers .......................................................................... 74
OSD Setup ...................................................................... 74
ZONE2 ............................................................................ 74
About .............................................................................. 74
Remote controller ........................................................... 75
(Macro mode programming memo ............................... 67)
Specifications ................................................... 76
Supplied accessories
Check that the following accessories are supplied with the TX-DS989.
AM loop antenna
× 1
T-shaped FM antenna
× 1
Remote controller
× 1
Batteries (AA, R6, or UM-3)
× 2
Power cord
× 1
DB-25
RCA6ch cable × 1
RC
-3
90M