Integrated Amplifier A-9000R Instruction Manual En
Introduction WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS 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.
Precautions 1. Recording Copyright—Unless it’s for personal use only, recording copyrighted material is illegal without the permission of the copyright holder. 2. AC Fuse—The AC fuse inside the unit is not userserviceable. If you cannot turn on the unit, contact your Onkyo dealer. 3. Care—Occasionally you should dust the unit all over with a soft cloth. For stubborn stains, use a soft cloth dampened with a weak solution of mild detergent and water. Dry the unit immediately afterwards with a clean cloth.
Features • 140 W/Ch (4 ohm, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.
Technologies 1. A WRAT (Advanced Wide Range Amplifier Technology) The A-9000R employs a host of proprietary Onkyo technologies to ensure optimal audio performance. – DIDRC (Dynamic Intermodulation Distortion Reduction Circuitry) Since the advent of digital audio, the values of S/N (signal-to-noise) ratio have risen significantly. However, it is also recognized that in terms of perceived S/N, analog audio sources are not inferior to digital sources.
2. Quad Push-Pull Amplification Design with Three-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry Three-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry brings greater efficiency to the A-9000R integrated amp by employing a low-NFB design to maintain voltage stability and enhance transient response. Extremely sensitive to oscillations, this circuitry requires very advanced control technology in order to be incorporated into the amplifier.
Block Diagram DIDRC (Dynamic Intermodulation Distortion Reduction Circuitry) Quad Push-pull, 3-Stage Inverted Darlington Circuitry 1st Amp 2nd Amp MAIN IN SPEAKERS A SPEAKERS B NFB Mute Analog +15V DAC +12V PRE OUT Discrete Phono Equalizer Power Amp PHONO Input Selector Volume Min 0dB Buffer Amp LINE 1 VOLUME Analog -15V DAC -12V Buffer Amp Control 1 14dB Amp 1dB Volume Max Tone Control LINE 2 Volume Balance L ch + LINE 3 Buffer Amp Mute HEADPHONES LINE OUT L ch - Buffer Amp Head P
Supplied Accessories Make sure you have the following accessories: Remote controller and two batteries Remote controller (RC-829S) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (1) Batteries (R03) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (2) Power cord Power cord (1.8 m) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Introduction Important Safety Instructions .................................................................................2 Precautions...............................................................................................................3 Features ....................................................................................................................4 Technologies ............................................................................................................
Before Using the Integrated Amplifier Installing the Batteries 1 To open the battery compartment, press the small hollow and slide the cover. Using the Remote Controller Installing the Integrated Amplifier To use the remote controller, point it at the integrated amplifier’s remote control sensor, as shown below. Remote control sensor Integrated amplifier Ensure proper ventilation. 30 cm 2 Approx.
Getting to Know the Integrated Amplifier Front Panel a b c d e f g h i j For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. a 8ON/STANDBY button (➔ page 28) Sets the integrated amplifier to On or Standby. b Remote control sensor (➔ page 10) Receives control signals from the remote controller. c MAIN IN LED (➔ page 27) Lights when the integrated amplifier is used as a power amplifier (Main mode). d Volume controller (➔ page 29) Adjusts the volume.
k l m n o For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. k POWER switch (➔ page 28) This is the main power switch. When set to the OFF position (@), the integrated amplifier is completely shut down. It must be switched to the ON position (^) to set the integrated amplifier to On or Standby. n TREBLE -/+ buttons (➔ page 31) Adjusts the level of treble sounds. Press the button once to display the current level value.
Rear Panel a g b c h i a SPEAKERS A terminals Connect Speakers A. b u REMOTE CONTROL jacks Connect Onkyo components such as Onkyo Docks, CD Players, or Network Tuner with u (Remote Interactive) jacks. c USB port Connects a PC. The music files of your PC are played through the integrated amplifier. d DIGITAL IN AES/EBU jack Connects components such as CD players with balanced AES/EBU output. Note • Be careful not to connect components with analog XLR output.
Remote Controller For detailed information, see the pages in parentheses. aa d a 8 button (➔ page 28) Sets the integrated amplifier to On or Standby. bb g b DIMMER button (➔ page 30) Adjusts the display brightness. c !/"/#/$ and ENTER buttons Select and adjust settings. d VOLUME q/w buttons (➔ page 29) Adjust the volume of the integrated amplifier. e INPUT!/" buttons (➔ page 29) Select an input source. e f cc d h e f f SETUP button (➔ page 36) Enters the Setup menu.
Connections Connections Connecting Your Speakers Right Left Note • Make sure that the wires do not touch metal parts on the back panel or elsewhere. • Y plugs cannot be connected. • Two sets of speakers (Speakers A and Speakers B) can be connected to the integrated amplifier. You can select which speakers to output audio to when listening to music. You can also output audio from both sets of speakers. • If you use Speakers A or Speakers B, make sure to use speakers with an impedance of 4 to 16 ohms.
Bi-wiring Connection Bi-wiring provides improved bass and treble performance. Using terminals of both SPEAKERS A and SPEAKERS B, it separates high frequency from low frequency signals. Important: • Bi-wiring can be used only with speakers that support bi-wiring. Refer to your speaker manual. • When making the bi-wiring connections, be sure to remove the jumper bars that link the speakers’ tweeter (high) and woofer (low) terminals. • When making the bi-wiring connections, set SPEAKERS to A+B (➔ page 29).
Cable and Jacks Balanced AES/EBU This is a professional digital audio interface. Balanced AES/EBU cables are used for better noise immunity and longer cable runs. The maximum sampling rate for PCM input is 192 kHz/24 bit, 2ch. The integrated amplifier provides 110-ohm impedance matching. USB digital audio USB Optical digital audio USB digital connections allow you to enjoy digital sound. The integrated amplifier supports high-speed USB 2.0. Use Type A-B USB cable.
Connecting the Power Cord Integrated Amplifier A-9000R Supplied power cord To an AC wall outlet (Plug type varies from country to country.) En 18 1 Connect all of your speakers and components. 2 Connect the supplied power cord to the integrated amplifier’s AC INLET. 3 Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet. Tip • To reduce noise, do not tie signal cables together with the power cable. Wire them so that they are away from each other.
Connecting a CD Player This is an example of connection using the CD Player C-7000R. Analog Connection Integrated Amplifier A-9000R Digital Connection (Coaxial or Optical) Integrated Amplifier A-9000R Connect either of them. CD Player C-7000R CD Player C-7000R Tip Tip • Connect the CD Player to either of the following jacks: COAXIAL1/2, OPTICAL. • Connect the CD Player to either of the following jacks: LINE IN 1/2/3.
Connecting an Onkyo Dock This is an example of connection using the Onkyo Digital Media Transport. Digital Connection (AES/EBU) Integrated Amplifier A-9000R Integrated Amplifier A-9000R Connect either of them. CD Player C-7000R OPTICAL COAXIAL ON /ST AN DB Y ST AN DB Y iP o d PC UN SYN SY C/ NC Digital Media Transport Note • Use only an Onkyo Dock with digital connections. • To use the u (Remote Interactive) connection, you need to change the names of inputs (➔ pages 22, 36).
Connecting a Tuner This is an example of connection using the Network Tuner T-4070. Analog Connection Digital Connection (AES/EBU, Coaxial or Optical) Integrated Amplifier A-9000R Integrated Amplifier A-9000R Network Tuner T-4070 Network Tuner T-4070 Connect either of them. Note • To use the u (Remote Interactive) connection, you need to change the names of inputs (➔ pages 22, 36). Tip • Connect your tuner to either of the following jacks: LINE IN 1/2/3.
Connecting Onkyo u Components With u (Remote Interactive), you can use the following special functions: Integrated Amplifier A-9000R ■ Auto Power On When you start playback on a component connected via u while the integrated amplifier is on Standby, the integrated amplifier will automatically turn on and select that component as the input source. ■ Direct Change When playback is started on a component connected via u, the integrated amplifier automatically selects that component as the input source.
Connecting a Turntable Connecting a Cassette Tape Deck Integrated Amplifier A-9000R MM/MC selector Integrated Amplifier A-9000R L R AUDIO OUTPUT L R AUDIO OUT Cassette tape deck Turntable without a built-in phono preamp Tip Use the MM/MC selector on the back of the integrated amplifier to select either MM or MC, in accordance with the cartridge format of the turntable. Remove the short pins plugged into the jacks before connecting a turntable to the PHONO inputs.
Connecting a Recording Component Important: • Unless you have the full consent of the copyright holder, copyright laws prohibit using your recordings for anything other than personal enjoyment! • Do not change the integrated amplifier’s input while recording. Doing so will cause the audio from the selected component to be recorded. Note • Volume adjustments and use of the muting function are not reflected in the signal output from LINE OUT.
Using the Integrated Amplifier as a Preamplifier The integrated amplifier can be used as a preamplifier (Pre mode). This mode keeps the heat down, as opposed to when the integrated amplifier is used as a pre-main amplifier. This is an example of connection using the power amplifier M-5000R. Important: • In this mode, SPEAKERS cannot be used. • To use this mode, you need to change the “ROUTE” setting (➔ page 39).
Separating the Pre-amp and Main Amp Units You can use the integrated amplifier’s pre-amp and main amp units individually (Split mode) to connect a sound processor such as a graphic equalizer between the pre-amp and main amp units. Important: • Always turn the integrated amplifier off before connecting the MAIN IN jacks. • To use this mode, you need to change the “ROUTE” setting (➔ page 39). Integrated Amplifier A-9000R L L R R OUTPUT INPUT e.g.
Using the Integrated Amplifier as a Power Amplifier Combined with a preamplifier of your choice, the integrated amplifier can be used as a power amplifier (Main mode). When it is selected, the MAIN IN LED lights. See “Connecting Your Speakers” for connection information (➔ page 15). This is an example of connection using the preamplifier P-3000R. Important: • Always turn the integrated amplifier off before connecting the MAIN IN jacks.
Turning On & Basic Operations Basic Operations Turning On/Off the Integrated Amplifier Turning On the Integrated Amplifier 8ON/STANDBY ■ Operating with the remote controller ■ Operating with the remote controller 1 Set %POWER to the ON position (^) on the integrated amplifier. 1 Press 8. The integrated amplifier enters Standby mode and the information display goes off. 2 Press 8. The integrated amplifier comes on, and the information display lights.
Selecting Speakers A and Speakers B You can select to output sound from Speakers A, Speakers B, or both A + B. Adjusting the Volume Selecting the Input Source You can adjust the volume within the following range: VOLMIN, -95dB, -90dB, -85dB, -80dB to 14dB, VOLMAX ■ Operating with the remote controller You can switch inputs to select the desired source component.
Adjusting the Display Brightness You can adjust the brightness of the integrated amplifier’s information display. Display Off LED Using the Direct Function 1 Press DIMMER repeatedly. Normal → Dim → Off Normal By bypassing the tone control circuit, the Direct function uses the shortest path for enhanced sound quality. Although this function generally turns the display off, the integrated amplifier makes use of a display that doesn’t affect the sound quality.
Adjusting the Bass, Treble and Balance You can adjust the bass, treble and left/right output balance respectively. Muting the Sound ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier You can temporarily mute the output of the integrated amplifier. ■ Operating with the remote controller #/$ MUTING RETURN TONE/BAL 1 Press TONE/BAL repeatedly. ` BASS: ` TRBL (Treble): You can adjust the bass and treble levels from -6 to +6.
Changing the Display Information Using Headphones You can display information such as the current input or the value of settings. PHONES jack Setting of ROUTE To exit the adjustment, press RETURN. DISPLAY Note 1 Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Current Input Current Volume • Input fs (sampling rate) is displayed only when a digital input (COAX1, COAX2, OPT, AES-EBU, USB) is selected. • Depending on the source, the value on the information display may differ from the actual sampling rate’s.
Controlling Other Onkyo Components Controlling the Onkyo CD Player You can use the integrated amplifier’s remote controller to control your Onkyo CD player, pointing the remote controller at the CD player’s remote control sensor. Note • With some components, the remote controller may not work, or only partially. Controlling the Onkyo Dock Connect an Onkyo Dock to the integrated amplifier, and play music files from your iPod.
Controlling the Onkyo Network Tuner About Onkyo Dock Dock is sold separately. Use only the Onkyo Dock with digital connections. For the latest information on the Onkyo Dock components, see the Onkyo web site at: http://www.onkyo.com Before using the Onkyo Dock components, update your iPod with the latest software, available from the Apple web site. For supported iPod models, see the instruction manual of the Onkyo Dock. Connect an Onkyo Network Tuner to the integrated amplifier and enjoy its music.
Using the Integrated Amplifier as a USB Audio Device Using the USB port on the rear panel of the A-9000R, you can connect your PC and play back 192 kHz/24-bit HD audio formats. Playing Music Files from the PC ■ Operating with the remote controller Connecting a PC Note • Depending on the audio player software used, the sound of incompatible file formats may not be output. • If you unplug the USB cable, the message “USB” flashes on the information display.
Advanced Operations Custom Setup You can perform custom settings using SETUP on the remote controller or the integrated amplifier. The SETUP menu allows you to set the following items: NAME, SHOW, HPLVL, ASb, ROUTE, and RESET.
Skipping Unused Inputs Setting the Headphone Level You can hide the display of those inputs that are not used, so that they are skipped when selecting an input. Change any input from the following: L1(LINE1), L2(LINE2), L3(LINE3), CX1(COAX1), CX2(COAX2), OPT, AES(AES-EBU), USB, PNO(PHONO) 6 Press RETURN repeatedly to exit the setup. You can set the volume when using headphones.
Setting the Auto Standby Function ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier SETUP INPUT selector When the Auto Standby (ASb) function is activated, the integrated amplifier will automatically enter Standby mode if there is no operation for 30 minutes with no audio signal input. ■ Operating with the remote controller even if it receives a signal. To turn on the integrated amplifier, press 8ON/STANDBY on the integrated amplifier or 8 on the remote controller manually.
Setting the Route You can specify the function (Route) of the integrated amplifier by selecting between Normal, Pre, Split, and Main modes. 4 ■ Operating with the remote controller Press #/$ repeatedly to select the route you want to set. The selected route flashes. ` NORMAL: With this setting, you can use the integrated amplifier as is.
Restoring the Default Settings You can restore the default settings of the integrated amplifier. ■ Operating with the remote controller 5 Press ENTER. If “RST-YES” is selected, “CLEAR” appears on the information display. The integrated amplifier then automatically turns off. If “RST-NO” is selected, the setup returns to “RESET”. ■ Operating on the integrated amplifier SETUP INPUT selector !/"/#/$ ENTER RETURN SETUP 1 Press SETUP. 2 Press !/" repeatedly to select “RESET”.
Others Troubleshooting If you have any trouble using the integrated amplifier, look for a solution in this section. If you can't resolve the issue yourself, try resetting the integrated amplifier before contacting your Onkyo dealer. To reset the integrated amplifier to its factory defaults, see “Restoring the Default Settings” (➔ page 40). Power Can’t turn on the Integrated Amplifier. • Make sure the POWER switch is set to ON.
PC Playback Can’t play music files from the PC. • Make sure that the USB cable is plugged in firmly (➔ page 35). • Make sure that the USB driver is installed successfully (➔ page 35). • Make sure that there is no unsupported file formats or signals. The message “USB” flashes on the information display. External Components No sound is heard from a connected component. • Make sure the correct input source is selected (➔ page 29).
Specifications Rated Output Power (Stereo): Dynamic Power* * IEC60268-Short-term maximum output power THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion+Noise) Damping Factor Input Sensitivity and Impedance (Unbalance) Rated RCA Output Level and Impedance Maximum RCA Output Level and Impedance Phono Overload Frequency Response Tone Control Characteristics Signal to Noise Ratio Speaker Impedance HICC Power Supply Power Consumption No-sound Power Consumption Standby Power Consumption Dimensions (W × H × D) Weight 2 ch × 7
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