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1 Thank you for purchasing the Onkyo CD read this manual thoroughly before makingconnections and turning on the the instructions in this manual will enableyou to obtain optimum performance and listeningenjoyment from your new CD retain this manual for future ReceiverCR-305 TXInstruction ManualContentsBefore usingImportant Safeguards .. 2 Precautions .. 3 Features .. 4 Supplied accessories .. 5 Before operating this unit .. 5 PreparationAudio equipment connections .. 6 Connecting speaker systems .. 8 Connecting the AC power cord(mains lead) .. 9 Making antenna connections .. 10 Control positions and names .. 12 Remote controller RC-421S .. 13 OperationSetting the clock .. 14 Choosing the required source .. 16 Adjusting the sound .. 16 Muting / Listening with theheadphones.

2 17 Playing a CD .. 18 Receiving stations .. 22 Using the timer .. 26 AppendixTroubleshooting .. 32 Specifications .. 34 Control guideUsing the remote controller .. Instructions All the safety and operating instructionsshould be read before the appliance is Instructions The safety and operating instructionsshould be retained for future Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the op-erating instructions should be adhered Instructions All operating and use instructions shouldbe Unplug the appliance from the wall outlet beforecleaning. The appliance should be cleaned only as recommendedby the Do not use attachments not recommended bythe appliance manufacturer as they may cause and Moisture Do not use the appliance near water forexample, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundrytub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the Do not place the appliance on an unstable cart,stand, tripod, bracket, or table.

3 The appliance may fall, causingserious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the ap-pliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table rec-ommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Anymounting of the applianceshould follow themanufacturer s instructions, andshould use a mounting acces-sory recommended by An appliance and cart combina-tion should be moved with stops, excessive force,and uneven surfaces may causethe appliance and cart combina-tion to Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided forventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance andto protect it from overheating, and these openings must not beblocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked byplacing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar sur-face.

4 The appliance should not be placed in a built-in installa-tion such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is pro-vided. There should be free space of at least 20 cm (8 in.) and anopening behind the Sources The appliance should be operated only fromthe type of power source indicated on the marking label. If youare not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consultyour appliance dealer or local power or Polarization The appliance may be equippedwith a polarized alternating current line plug (a plug having oneblade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the poweroutlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable toinsert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If theplug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replaceyour obsolete outlet.

5 Do not defeat the safety purpose of thepolarized Protection Power-supply cords should be routedso that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by itemsplaced upon or against them, paying particular attention to cordsat plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exitfrom the Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cablesystem is connected to the appliance, be sure the antenna or cablesystem is grounded so as to provide some protection against volt-age surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the Na-tional Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information withregard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure,grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna-discharge unit, sizeof grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, con-nection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the ground-ing electrode.

6 See Figure For added protection for the appliance during a light-ning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for longperiods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnectthe antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to theappliance due to lightning and power-line Lines An outside antenna system should not be locatedin the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light orpower circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or cir-cuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme careshould be taken to keep from touching such power lines or cir-cuits as contact with them might be Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, orintegral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk offire or electric and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind intothe appliance through openings as they may touch dangerousvoltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire orelectric shock.

7 Never spill liquid of any kind on the Do not attempt to service the appliance yourself asopening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous volt-age or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service Requiring Service Unplug the appliance form thewall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel un-der 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 ap-pliance,C. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water,D. If the appliance does not operate normally by following theoperating instructions. Adjust only those controls that arecovered by the operating instructions as an improper adjust-ment of other controls may result in damage and will oftenrequire extensive work by a qualified technician to restorethe appliance to its normal operation,E.

8 If the appliance has been dropped or damaged in any way,andF. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for SafeguardsPORTABLE CART WARNINGS3125 AWARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR :TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE 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 exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing)

9 Instructions in the literature accompanying the OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENRISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUENE PAS Parts When replacement parts are required, besure the service technician has used replacement parts specifiedby the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the origi-nal part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electricshock, or other Check Upon completion of any service or repairs tothe appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety checksto determine that the appliance is in proper operation or Ceiling Mounting The appliance should be mountedto a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the The appliance should be situated away from heat sourcessuch as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (in-cluding amplifiers)

10 That produce Hazards The appliance shall not be exposed to drip-ping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vasesshall be placed on the Recording CopyrightRecording of copyrighted material for other than personal use is il-legal without permission of the copyright AC FuseThe fuse is located inside the chassis and is not user-serviceable. Ifpower does not come on, contact your Onkyo authorized CareFrom time to time you should wipe the front and rear panels and thecabinet with a soft cloth. For heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth in aweak solution of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry, andwipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immediately with a clean not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or other chemical sol-vents or cloths since these could damage the finish or remove thepanel PowerWARNINGBEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST TIME,READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION voltage of the available power supply differs according to coun-try or region.