Onkyo TX-RZ920 AV Receiver - Basic Manual

Before Start

This section covers initial setup and component identification.

• What's in the box: Lists the included items: Main unit, Remote controller (RC-911R) with batteries, Speaker setup microphone, Indoor FM antenna, AM loop antenna, Power cord, and the Basic Manual. It also notes to connect speakers with 4 Ω to 16 Ω impedance and that the power cord should be connected last.

Part Names

Identifies the various parts of the unit and its remote controller.

Front Panel

The front panel features:

• ON/STANDBY button
• PURE AUDIO button/indicator
• HYBRID STANDBY indicator
• Display
• Remote control sensor (with a specified signal range)
• Input selector buttons (e.g., BD, CBL, GAME, TV, PHONO, TUNER, NET, BLUETOOTH)
• ZONE 2/ZONE 3 button
• MASTER VOLUME dial

Rear Panel

The rear panel includes numerous connection jacks:

• COMPONENT VIDEO IN jacks
• ZONE 2/ZONE 3 PRE/LINE OUT jacks
• HDMI IN jacks
• VIDEO IN jacks
• AUDIO IN jacks
• GND terminal (for turntable ground wire)
• HDMI OUT jacks
• ETHERNET port
• USB port
• DIGITAL IN OPTICAL/COAXIAL jacks
• Wireless antenna
• AC INLET
• RS232 port
• TUNER AM/FM 75Ω terminal

Remote Controller (RC-911R)

Key buttons on the remote include:

• ON/STANDBY button
• Input selector buttons
• Q (QUICK MENU) button
• Cursor buttons and ENTER button
• Volume buttons
• Mute button
• LISTENING MODE buttons
• MAIN/ZONE 2/ZONE 3 buttons
• Playback controls (Play, Pause, Stop, Skip)
• CLEAR button
• INFO button
• RETURN button
• DIMMER button
• MEMORY button
• TUNING MODE button
• WHOLE HOUSE MODE button

Install

Guides the user through the physical setup of the system.

Installation Procedure

The installation process involves three main steps:

• Step 1: Speaker Layout: Select a speaker layout (e.g., 5.1, 7.1 channel, height speakers, Bi-Amping) based on available speakers and desired sound experience. Diagrams illustrate optimal placement for front, center, surround, surround back, and height speakers, including angles and height recommendations.
• Step 2: Connect the Speakers: Instructions and diagrams show how to connect speakers to the unit's terminals, including standard connections and Bi-Amping connections. Emphasis is placed on correct polarity and ensuring no exposed wires touch.
• Step 3: Connect the TV & AV Components: Details how to connect external devices like TVs, Blu-ray Disc players, streaming media players, and cable/satellite boxes using HDMI, component video, and analog audio cables. It covers ARC (Audio Return Channel) for TVs and explains connections for various AV components. Multi-zone connections for ZONE 2 and ZONE 3 are also detailed.

Initial Setup

Guides the user through the initial configuration of the receiver.

• Initial Setup with Auto Start-up Wizard: When the unit is powered on for the first time, an on-screen wizard guides users through essential settings like language selection and input assignment.
• AccuEQ Room Calibration: Utilizes the supplied microphone to automatically measure and optimize speaker levels, crossover frequencies, and distances for the listening environment, correcting for acoustic distortions.
• Source Connection: Verifies that all connected input sources are functioning correctly.
• Network Connection: Instructions for connecting to a network via wired LAN or Wi-Fi for internet radio and streaming services.
• Multi Zone Setup: Configuration for playing audio/video in separate rooms (ZONE 2/ZONE 3).
• Audio Return Channel (ARC): Setup for enabling TV audio to be sent back to the receiver via HDMI.

Playback

Explains how to enjoy various audio and video sources.

• AV Component Playback: How to play audio from connected AV components via HDMI or other inputs.
• BLUETOOTH® Playback: Instructions for pairing a Bluetooth-enabled device (smartphone, tablet) to wirelessly stream music.
• USB Storage Device: How to play music files stored on a USB drive.
• Listening to the AM/FM Radio: Procedures for tuning into radio stations automatically or manually, and for presetting favorite stations.
• Multi-zone: Details on controlling playback in separate rooms (ZONE 2/ZONE 3) using the remote controller.
• Listening Mode: Explains how to select various sound modes (Dolby Digital, DTS, THX, Direct, Pure Audio, etc.) to enhance the listening experience based on content type.
• Checking the Input Format and Listening Mode: How to view the current input signal format and selected listening mode on the unit's display.

Trademarks and Support

The manual lists trademarks for various audio and video technologies including Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, DTS:X, HDMI, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, THX, and Apple technologies. It also provides contact information and website URLs for Onkyo support and product information.

For the latest information and support, visit the Onkyo website.