Onkyo TX NR609 THX Select 2 Networking HDMI V1.4 Owner's Thread

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Targeting the sweet spot where affordability meets superb functionality, the TX-NR609 looks set to be another Onkyo classic. This THX® Select2 Plus™ Certified A/V receiver handles content from all your favorite disc-based media, as well as networked audio content from the internet, iPod®/iPhone®, and PC. Six HDMI® inputs—including one on the front panel—provide support for 3D video and ultra-high resolution 4K video upscaling via Marvell Qdeo™. HDMI also carries master-quality audio formats from Dolby and DTS, as well as the expanded surround sound of Audyssey DSX™ and Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz. Three-stage inverted Darlington circuitry and Onkyo’s proprietary WRAT ensure a clean and compelling amplifier performance. And when audio signals are output, the 7.2-channel configuration includes twin subwoofer pre-outs for added bass impact. Meanwhile, a user-friendly on-screen display and GUI make it easy to adjust settings and navigate your content. All this and more makes the TX-NR609 an irresistible choice for the value-seeking home theater fan.

Special Features
•HDMI Support for 3D Video and Audio Return Channel
•Marvell Qdeo™ Video Chip for 4K Upscaling and Processing
•Network Capability Delivers Internet Radio and Network Streaming
•THX® Select2 Plus™ Certified
•Direct Digital Connection of iPod/iPhone via Front-Panel USB Port
•Audyssey DSX™ and Dolby® Pro Logic® IIz Add New Dimensions to Surround Sound

I am curious to hear feedback on this unit. I am still happily using my 5 year old Onkyo 605. It has performed flawlessly, and has exceeded all my expectations. It has no heat issues and ZERO problems. I have even been very happy with the stripped down Audyssey 2eq.

With the networking of the 6xx model, it does make me wonder if Onkyo will produce a nr709. I think that it is time for Onkyo to retire the 7xx model. When I talked to a seasoned Fry's sales rep yesterday, he said that for 2010 people either bought the 608 or the 808. With the 609 being networked, the 7xx will be a hard sell.

The 2011 NR609 will be a value leader with feature and performance.

come with a apple app?

Did anyone get theirs yet? Feedback?

I just bought mine i have only had it a couple of days great so far. i am still learning how use all the features. My tv picture is noticeably better than running straight through the cable box. (Toshiba)

I see that the NR-609 doesn't have an RS-232 connection. Can command & control messages be sent to the unit over Ethernet? I have a HTPC, and I have a cool setup right now between CommandFusion (iPhone app), IntelliMote, and the RS-232 port on my Onkyo SR-705 which allows me to have a customized iPhone App with buttons labeled with various radio stations.

It's nice for listening to Zone 2 on the deck.

Yes, there's an Onkyo Remote app in the App Store.

Presumably, oRemote (3rd party app) will support the NR609 when the network protocols are released by Onkyo.

Anyone with a 1080p display notice a difference with the 4k upconversion? I wouldn't assume so but can a 1080p set even display that?

It probably wont even be selectable as there are no 4K sets. I believe another user had this issue where they had a 1080p set, but was trying to use the 4k setting. Right now the 4k upconversion is more marketing hype than anything as there are very few if any consumer sets that will do 4K. Even if you sould output it most likely you would see no benifit due to thelimitation of the display device.

I tried to select that feature and the screen was just blank. I remember the old Oppo units that would up convert to 1080I via HDMI. When I saw that this unit advertised 4000k up convert I was hoping to see a difference. I don't even know why they advertised it as a feature since 4000k sets will not be available for at least a year.

So I am having an issue with this receiver, but it's very small and could be the setup.

When watching TV, the sound will randomly cut out for about 1-2 seconds and then re-establish. The Audio description will disappear on the receiver itself and come back "i.e DTS, Stero, etc).

It is also happening with my HTPC. It's not a huge deal since it will only happen about once a movie, but it's something I would like to get rid of completely.

Any suggestions would be great.

Other than this small issue, which I think is my fault, this receiver is very nice!

Thanks,

Sounds like an HDMI handshake issue IMO. have you tried switching out cables?

Onkyo is not releasing the specs anytime soon according to yesterday's phone call with their support group.

I believe I know what is going on with the new messages the 2011 models are using and as long as the manuals are on line I can come up with what I need to get support included.

1.2.7 is getting ready to go to the beta testers and I'll try to get 509 and 609 support in it this weekend. After that, off to Apple to be reviewed.

Anyone know if the 609 does HDMI pass through when receiver is on standby? I don't seem to get this to work.

Hi gizmoz, go into Hardware Setup and turn on "HDMI Control" which will set "Audio Tv Out" to auto and "HDMI Through" to on (see page 56-57 in OM).

Also Onkyo has added an additional options setting for HDMI Through. You have the options of either Off (Default), Auto detect, Last source selected and specific HDMI Input jack. (previous 60x model only offer Last source).

Great! That did the trick. Thanks JChin.

Hello All

First post, hope you can help. Took delivery of 609, upgrading my 10 year old Yamaha. I have a problem that I'm struggling to resolve. When setting up I attached my HDMI from tv to hdmi out, sky box to CBL/SAT and xbox to Game. When I tried to access the setup on the remote it didn't work, neither could I adjust any sound options. Xbox worked fine. I then tested all the HDMI ports and found only the GAME and PC ports give me all the access available, the others don't offer anything. So at present I'm watching my tv through the PC HDMI. Did a factory reset, it remained the same as when taken out of the box. Any help will be most welcome

Hi b4zz4, using the remote press "Receiver" button first then followed by "Setup" button.

Hi JChin

Thank you so much...I'm now in Onkyo heaven

How is the video processing on the 609?

I'm going to choose between this receiver and the Pioneer VSX-1021-K in the coming months. So far the Pioneer has the edge due to Advanced MCACC and better temp control. The Onkyo so far has 1 more HDMI input and a potentially lower price (when a few months pass by). Decisions, decisions...

i have read on cnet that the Pioneer VSX-1020-K ethernet connection can be used ONLY for internet radio so maybe this model Pioneer VSX-1021-K is better that way. i also have my eyes on this beauty vs the Onkyo 609

also the new Denon 1912 is to be seen as it will have similar specs, now which one sounds better ?

Does this the 609 have a fan in it like the 608, or have they gotten it cooler/quieter from the previous model? If it does have a fan, which side is it on, and how quiet/loud is it?

do you think we'll be missing the Audyssey MultEQ on this? I see the RC-370 has MultEQ and this only has 2EQ... as a first time Home theater builder in my place, just wondering if you guys think this iwll make a big diff.

im not sure why the 609 didnt come with MultEQ imo it should have the 709 will have MultEQ-XT so why not give the 609 the MultEQ .... esp when denon will give you it in avr's alot cheaper than the 609

Have had my 609 for about 10 days and loving it, but over the weekend something came to light that has me disturbed. I have a Windows Media PC connnected via Linksys DMA2200 extender and a Western Digital Live Hub. All are connected to the 609 via HDMI cables and all network connections are via cat6 cabling. The PC also has a 3tb NAS where I store BD movies converted to MKV files. Saturday night I was watching one of these movies stored locally on the Live Hub and I noticed a little bit of jitter in the picture. It is almost imperceptible, but on slow panning shots it is not quite smooth and appears to drop a frame or two ever so slightly at random. Thought it might have had something to do with the conversion, so I shrugged it off. Yesterday I was watching some recorded TV on the extender (CSI) and again noticed this same jitter. Again, I thought since it was recorded that it might have to do with the source material, so I disconnected the HDMI from the 609 and connected it directly from the extender to the TV. No more jitter.

Now I'm freaking out that the 609 is doing something to the HDMI signal that's causing this jitter. I can't live with this. Since it has happened on 2 different input sources I'm almost sure it has nothing to do with the source material. With the extender the source is stored on a PC and carried over the network, but with the Live Hub the source is stored directly on its 1tb hard drive. I have about a week left to return this unit to the store. Any ideas? Anyone else seeing anything like this? Could it be a setting I need to change?