ONKYO 5.1-Ch Home Cinema Receiver & Speaker Package User Guide

: June 7, 2024
: ONKYO

ONKYO 5.1-Ch Home Cinema Receiver & Speaker Package

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Start the next season with life-changing sound

Experience the ultimate in pure sound flexibility. The powerful yet compact HT-S3910 transforms tinny TV sound into a thrilling sonic sensation with Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® playback through 3.1.2 channels. Legacy soundtracks are remapped to localize sound and add height dimensionality, or enjoy 3D immersion without height or rear speakers connected thanks to Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer and DTS Virtual:X™ technologies, which place you at the heart of the event. Support for 4K/60p and HDR primes you for next-gen Ultra HD content. Power an HDMI® network dongle via USB terminal or enjoy streaming audio with Bluetooth® technology. Advanced Music Optimizer™ works magic on lossy audio. Everything you need is in the box, right down to cables to connect factory-matched speakers.
These full-range units love high-current power, so turn it up and enjoy home entertainment as it’s meant to be. _ Enabled with a future firmware update._

PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

155 watts per channel
Supports 4K/60p and HDR (HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision®, BT.2020)
Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® playback
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer* and DTS Virtual:X™
Discrete high-current analog amp system with 4-ohm drive capability
Bluetooth® technology and Advanced Music Optimizer™
Vocal Enhancer function improves voice audibility
Zone B analog RCA line-output connects compatible devices such as wireless headphone transmitters or hi-fi systems to enable audio playback in Zone B or Main + Zone B simultaneously (including HDMI®/SPDIF)
OSD window shows media format data for quick confirmation
* Enabled with a future firmware update.

HT-R398

5.1-Channel Home Cinema Receiver

155 W/Ch (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD, 1 channel driven) x 5 ch, 125 W (6 Ω, 100 Hz, 10% THD) subwoofer (passive); 135 W/Ch (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1% THD, 1 channel driven, IEC) x 5 ch, 100 W (6 Ω, 100 Hz, 1% THD, IEC) subwoofer (passive)
Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® audio format playback through 3.1.2 channels
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer* and DTS Virtual:X™ 3D audio processing
Dolby Surround® and DTS® Neural:X technologies
Supports Dolby® TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio®, 3D Video, ARC (Audio Return Channel), DeepColor™, x.v.Color™, and LipSync
Supports 4K/60p video and HDR (HDR10, HLG, Dolby Vision®, BT.2020), 4:4:4 color-space, and HDCP 2.2
6-channel discrete high-current analog amp system with 4-ohm speaker-driving power (1 channel for passive subwoofer)
High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer
Bluetooth® wireless streaming technology with Advanced Music Optimizer™ for enhanced playback quality
DSP-controlled Vocal Enhancer function improves dialog audibility
High-quality AKM 384 kHz/32-bit multichannel D/A conversion
Direct Mode for source-authentic stereo sound
4 HDMI® inputs and 1 output with ARC
(4K/60p, HDR, HDCP 2.2)
2 digital audio inputs (1 optical and 1 coaxial, assignable)
3 analog audio inputs (assignable)
Zone B line-out for unpowered audio distribution
Rear USB power supply terminal (5 V/1 A)
2 subwoofer pre-outs
Speaker terminals (screw-type x 2 [Front L/R], lever-type x 4)
6.35 mm headphone output (front)
GUI via HDMI with OSD featuring new A/V input/output information display
1080p to 4K Ultra HD upscaling over HDMI
Quick Connection Guide on rear panel
Direct Power On activates receiver when input key is pressed
HDMI passthrough standby mode
Tone controls for Front L/R channels (bass/treble)
3-Mode front-panel display dimmer (Normal/Dim/Dimmer)
AM/FM tuner with 40 random presets
Sleep timer
Simple remote control
* Enabled with a future firmware update.

HTP-398
5.1-Channel Home Cinema Speaker System

SKF-398
Full-Range Acoustic-Suspension Front Speakers

7.7 cm cone
Max. input power: 150 W
High-quality matte black finish
Ready to wall-mount

SKC-398
Full-Range Acoustic-Suspension Center Speaker

7.7 cm cone
Max. input power: 150 W
High-quality matte black finish
Ready to wall-mount

SKR-398
Full-Range Acoustic-Suspension Surround Speakers

• 7.7 cm cone
• Max. input power: 150 W
• High-quality matte black finish
• Ready to wall-mount

SKW-398
Bass Reflex Subwoofer

16 cm cone
Max. input power: 120 W
Down-firing design

_ Note: All speakers feature an impedance of 6 Ω.

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Features

Surround yourself in Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® sound

The HT-S3910 supercharges your Dolby Atmos and DTS:X experience. Object-based audio is mixed in 3D space and lets individual sounds play through any speaker, tracking the action and placing sounds all around you. Dolby Surround® and DTS® Neural:X complement 3D audio playback
These technologies find localization cues in legacy stereo or multichannel soundtracks and upmix these elements to create immersive top-to-bottom dimensionality.

Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer

When playing any Dolby® format, engaging Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer enables a more immersive listening experience, creating a virtual surround and height effect from traditional speaker layouts without employing additional surround or height speakers.
Note: Enabled with a future firmware update.

Elevated sound with DTS Virtual:X™

DTS Virtual:X is a new sound virtualization technology that creates an immersive 3D soundfield from any speaker layout, such as 2.1, 3.1, and 5.1 setups with no need for height, surround, or rear surround speaker connection. It uses DSP-based algorithms to place the audience at the center of a multidimensional soundfield with height and surround spatiality, and is effective in large or small spaces. DTS Virtual:X works with DTS:X, DTS® formats, and non-encoded stereo.

Space-saving speakers pack a punch

Want space-filling sound without speakers dominating the room? The supplied Onkyo system is factory-matched to harmonize with the amp’s unique sound signature. These compact units are pleasingly heavy thanks to large magnets and full-range drivers. Neat size makes for easy placement, even on the wall, while cloth-wrapped baffles protect against curious young fingers. With a small footprint and down-firing 16 cm cone, the powerful 120 W sub can be placed wherever you want—deep bass adds impact to LFEs in games and movies.

Supports new 4K HDR video formats

This receiver has four HDMI® inputs and one ARC-enabled output that support 4K/60p video, HDR formats (HLG, HDR10, Dolby Vision®, and BT.2020), and the ultra-large 4:4:4 color-space. Video passes from player to your 4K HDR-ready TV, while the receiver decodes and amplifies the audio. It’s easy to check your player, receiver, and TV are working in harmony by calling up a new media input-output on-screen display using the remote control.

High current, great sound

Watts seem like the most important number on an amp’s spec sheet. However, they only indicate loudness, not audio quality. Amperes—current—are the secret to good sound.
More current gives a tighter grip on the speaker cones, helping to control their travel with greater precision. Speaker control means faster dynamics, clearer detail, and more life. The HT-S3910 features a High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer, large custom audio capacitors, and discrete high-current amps that deliver the highest flows of current in their class. Expect rhythmically exciting, energetic sound from any source.

Fix inaudible dialog at the touch of a button

We include a quick and effective function to solve the problem of inaudible dialog in TV programs and movies. DSP-controlled Vocal Enhancer identifies vocal frequencies and allows you to raise or lower them to taste using keys on the remote or via the tone controls on the receiver’s front panel.
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Any hi-fi system with an analog RCA input can be connected to the A/V receiver’s Zone B line output. Now you can share audio (including SPDIF and HDMI) to the hi-fi in Zone B, or play in both Main Room and Zone B simultaneously. Alternatively, connect a compatible transmitter and enjoy audio from any A/V source on your wireless headphones.
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Simple steps to sweet surround

The HT-S3910 simplifies your home entertainment setup.
Conceal the receiver and players in an entertainment unit.
A single HDMI cable links TV to receiver for a super-clean look. Check the easy-to-follow diagram on the rear panel to hook up the speakers. The process takes moments, enjoyment is limitless.

Bluetooth® wireless technology with Advanced Music Optimizer™

Whatever audio is playing on your phone, tablet, or PC app can be streamed to the receiver with Bluetooth wireless technology. Compressed audio commonly stored on or streamed from smartphones, such as MP3 or AAC, is enhanced by Advanced Music Optimizer, a DSP technology that restores high-frequency bit data for rich, clear sound.

USB power for streaming dongles

A USB terminal on the rear panel powers any media streaming stick plugged into an adjacent HDMI input—great if you don’t have enough power-points.

SPECIFICATIONS

A/V RECEIVER

Amplifier Section

Power output (Front L/R / Center / Surround L/R / Subwoofer)| 155 W/Ch (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 10% THD, 1 channel driven) x 5 ch, 125 W (6 Ω, 100 Hz, 10% THD) subwoofer (passive) 135 W/Ch (6 Ω, 1 kHz, 1% THD, 1 channel driven, IEC) x 5 ch, 100 W (6 Ω, 100 Hz, 1% THD, IEC) subwoofer (passive
THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise)| 0.08% (20 Hz–20 kHz, Half Power)
Input sensitivity and impedance| Input sensitivity and impedance
Tone control| ±10 dB, 20 Hz (Bass)
±10 dB, 20 kHz (Treble)
Signal-to-noise ratio| o 109 dB (Line, IHF-A)
Speaker impedance| 4 Ω–16 Ω
Tuner Section
Tuning frequency range
FM
AM| 87.5 MHz–107.9 MHz
530 kHz–1,710 kHz
522 kHz–1,611 kHz
FM/AM preset memory| 40 stations
General
Power supply| AC 220–240 V~, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption| 445 W
Standby power consumption| 0.2 W
Dimensions (W x H x D| 435 x 160 x 328 m
Weight| 8.2 kg

SPEAKER SYSTEM

Speaker Type
Front/center/surround Subwoofer| Full-range acoustic-suspension with 7.7 cm cone Bass reflex, 16 cm cone
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Frequency Response
Front/surround
Center
Subwoofer| 80 Hz–20 kHz
70 Hz–20 kHz
28 Hz–5 kHz
Output Sound Pressure Level
Front/center/surround
Subwoofer| 80 dB/W/m
78 dB/W/m
Max. Input Power
Front/center/surround
Subwoofer| 150 W
120 W
**Nominal Impedance

**| Front/center/surround/subwoofer 6 Ω

General

Dimensions (W x H x D)
Front/surround
Center
Subwoofer| 98.5 x 140.5 x 106 mm
244 x 96 x 102 mm
230 x 389 x 331 mm
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Weight
Front/surround
Center
Subwoofer| 0.5 kg
0.6 kg
4.6 kg

CARTON

Dimensions (W x H x D)	535 x 675 x 435 mm
Weight	19.0 kg

Supplied Accessories

Indoor FM antenna
AM loop antenna
Non-skid pads
Speaker cables
Quick Start Guide
Remote controller
AAA (R03) batteries x 2

Due to a policy of continuous product improvement, Onkyo reserves the right to change specifications and appearance without notice. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, the double-D symbol, Dolby Atmos, Dolby Surround, Dolby Vision, and Dolby TrueHD are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc. DTS, the Symbol, DTS and the Symbol together, DTS:X and the DTS:X logo, DTS Virtual:X and the DTS Virtual:X logo, DTS Neural:X and the DTS Neural:X logo, and DTS-HD Master Audio and the DTS-HD Master Audio logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. © DTS, Inc. All Rights Reserved. The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Products displaying the Hi-Res Audio logo conform to the Hi-Res Audio standard as defined by Japan Audio Society. The Hi-Res Audio logo is used under license from Japan Audio Society. Music Optimizer is a trademark of Onkyo Corporation. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective holders.

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