2020 NEW PRODUCT RELEASE

TX-RZ50 9.2-Channel Network A/V Receiver

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Revitalize Your Entertainment Lifestyle

Start your new entertainment life in the media room, where the RZ50 passes 8K HDR video to your display via HDMI®—optimized for lag-free gameplay—
and feeds Dolby Atmos® or DTS:X® sound to your 5.2.4-ch speaker system with high-current power behind it. Move to another space and music follows
with three-zone powered audio and the SMART AV Receiver™ suite controlled by voice with easy access to streaming services. The AVR fits into your Sonos
system and plays to headphones over bidirectional Bluetooth® wireless technology. With 75 years of hi-fi knowhow elevating our THX® Certified Select and
IMAX® Enhanced certified RZ Series custom amp design, music, film scores, and game soundtracks thrill with emotion, sound perfected by Dirac Live® Room
Correction. This AVR has features others don’t, such as front-to-height stereo switching for background listening, DSP vocal/dialog enhancement, My Volume
presets, and an OSD function that compares source data to output settings so playback can be optimized before entertainment kicks off.

• Anti-resonant extruded aluminum heat-sink • 12 V trigger output (Main, assignable, 100 mA)
PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS • High current capability drives 4-ohm loads through 9 channels
• High-quality DAC supports 192 kHz/24-bit multichannel D/A conversion
• AC inlet for detachable IEC power cord

• VLSC™ (Vector Linear Shaping Circuitry) noise filtering (Front L/R)

ADVANCED FEATURES
• 250 W/Ch THX® Certified Select RZ Series
Dynamic Audio Amplification • PLL (Phase Locked Loop) anti-jitter technology for SPDIF audio • Dirac Live improves staging, localization, clarity, and bass
• Wide 5 Hz–100 kHz frequency response • Independent tone controls (bass/treble) for all channels • Bluetooth® wireless technology can receive audio sent from mobiles and
(excluding Zone 3) PC, transmit audio to wireless headphones (RX mode: SBC/AAC,
• HDMI® inputs 1–3, Main Out, and Sub/Zone 2 Out TX mode: SBC/Qualcomm® aptX™/aptX HD)
(Sub Mode output) support 8K/60p ([Link]/10-bit), 8K/30p VIDEO & AUDIO SUPPORT • Advanced Music Optimizer improves compressed audio playback quality
([Link]/10-bit), 4K/120p ([Link]/10-bit) video passthrough
• HDMI*1 supports 8K/60p ([Link]/12-bit*7, [Link]/12-bit*7, [Link]/10-bit*8), • Vocal Enhancer boosts vocal/dialog audibility via remote control or
• HDMI terminals*1 support HDR10+, Dolby Vision™, and front-panel keys
8K/30p ([Link]/12-bit*7, [Link]/10-bit*8, [Link]/12-bit*8, [Link]/12-bit), 4K/120p
BT.2020 color; VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), ALLM (Auto
([Link]/12-bit*7, [Link]/10-bit*8, [Link]/12-bit*8, [Link]/12-bit) video passthrough, • Front-to-Surround/Height speaker switching in Stereo Assign Mode for
Low Latency Mode), and QFT (Quick Frame Transport)
VRR, ALLM, QFT, DSC (Display Stream Compression), QMS (Quick background listening
passthrough; eARC (Main Out), and HDCP 2.3
Media Switching), eARC (Main Out), HDR10+, Dolby Vision, HDR10, • Overlaid OSD function displays A/V input signal data,
• SMART AV Receiver™ Works with Sonos*2, HLG, BT.2020, DeepColor™, [Link]™, LipSync, and HDCP 2.3 output data/settings, and network information
Chromecast built-in™, AirPlay 2, DTS Play-Fi®, Spotify®, • Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, Dolby® TrueHD, and DTS-HD Master
Amazon Music HD*3, Pandora®, TIDAL, Deezer, TuneIn*4 • My Input Volume one-touch volume memory preset assignment to
Audio® decoding individual A/V inputs
• Dolby Atmos® and DTS:X® playback (5.2.4-ch) • Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer 3D audio processing • Transmit HQ audio from compatible TVs to the A/V receiver via eARC
• 11.2-ch processing and pre-outs for 7.2.4 layouts • Dolby Surround® and DTS® Neural:X 3D upmixing technology (HDMI Main Out)
• Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer • IMAX Mode for IMAX Enhanced content • Aluminum front panel, concealment flap door, and volume control
• IMAX® Enhanced certified signature sound by DTS:X • THX® listening modes for movies, music, and games • Connect Zone 2 speakers and 7.2.2/5.2.4-ch speaker system using
• Theater-Dimensional virtual surround-sound function dedicated Zone 2 outputs (Zone 2 + 7.2/5.2.2-ch switching)
• Supports Dirac Live® Room Correction
• Sound optimization for games (Rock, Sports, Action, and RPG) • Play three audio sources via dedicated DACs and MAIN, Zone 2, and
• AccuReflex™ phase-matching solution for Zone 3 speaker outputs*14
Dolby Atmos enabled speakers • Hi-Res Audio playback via network (DSD256/DSD128/DSD64 [PCM
conversion], FLAC, WAV [RIFF], AIFF, and ALAC to 192 kHz/24-bit*9) • Share MAIN audio or a second source (including HDMI/SPDIF*15)
• HDMI Main Out with eARC to a hi-fi via Zone 2 pre-/line-out
(enhanced Audio Return Channel) • Pure Audio Mode and Direct Mode for source-authentic sound quality
• Share any MAIN audio source to a wireless headphone dock via
• HDMI Sub/Zone 2 Out*5 connects a second display NETWORK FEATURES Zone B line-out*16
or projector • 4K to 8K, 1080p to 8K/4K video upscaling via HDMI
• SMART AV Receiver multi-room platform with integrated streaming
• Refined HDMI grounds, isolated SoC board, services, voice assistant support, and remote app control*10 • GUI with overlaid OSD via HDMI
reinforced power lines • Works with Sonos certified for the Sonos Home Sound System, • IP control and AVR setup via web browser
• Quad-core SoC supports 802.11ac (2x2 MIMO) Wi-Fi®*6 control with Sonos app*10 • Crossover adjustment for each channel
• Dedicated DACs for switching Zone 2 outputs (dedicated), • Works with Alexa supporting multi-room music*11 (40/50/60/70/80/90/100/120/150/180/200 Hz)
Zone 3 outputs (shared), Zone 2/Zone B and • Works with Hey Google*12 and Chromecast built-in • A/V Sync Control (up to 500 ms in 5 ms steps at 48 kHz*17)
Zone 3 pre-/line-outs • Supports Apple AirPlay 2 enabling Siri voice control • Efficient standby modes including HDMI Passthrough Mode
• Stereo Assign Mode supports Height-channel playback • DTS Play-Fi multi-room audio via Onkyo Music Control App*10 • Optional rack-mounting kit (IRK-180-4C)
• DSP-based Vocal Enhancer improves vocal/dialog audibility • 1.8 GHz quad-core SoC supports 802.11ac (2x2 MIMO) Wi-Fi • FM/AM tuners with 40-station random preset memory
• OSD function shows A/V input/output signal data, • Roon Tested for the Roon Core • 3-Mode display dimmer (Normal/Dim/Dimmer)
playback settings, and network info
• Volume memory presets for A/V inputs via front panel
CONNECTION FEATURES *1 Features defined in HDMI 2.1 specification, HDR10+, and passthrough capabilities
• 7 HDMI inputs (1 front), 2 outputs (Main [eARC], Sub/Zone 2) described are supported on HDMI inputs 1–6, Main Out, and Sub/Zone 2 Out in Sub
• 1 component video input (assignable) Mode output. *2 Requires a Sonos Connect or Port (sold separately). Connection of 1–3
Sonos devices is supported with volume control enabled via the Sonos app for compatible
AMPLIFIER FEATURES • 2 composite video inputs (assignable) iPhone, iPad, and Android™ devices. *3 Amazon Music HD is supported via DTS Play-
• 250 W/Ch (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD, 1-ch driven), • 2 digital audio inputs (1 coaxial, 1 optical, assignable) Fi. *4 Service availability varies with region and subscriptions may be required. *5 HDMI
• 6 analog RCA audio inputs (assignable) Zone 2 Mode output supports signals via HDMI inputs 1–3. *6 Some countries or
120 W/Ch (8 ohms, 20 Hz–20 kHz, 0.08% THD, 2-ch driven, FTC) regions have regulations that affect wireless signal strength and use of Wi-Fi channels. *7
• Certified for IMAX Enhanced and THX Certified Select • 1 phono input with built-in low-noise MM equalizer for turntable DSC signals only. *8 DSC signals only when input via HDMI inputs 4–6. *9 Supported
• Exclusive Dynamic Audio Amplification (DAA) RZ Series build • 1/8˝ (3.5 mm) setup mic input for AccuEQ/Dirac Live (front) sampling rates may vary depending on network environment. DSD is converted to
• Wide 5 Hz–100 kHz frequency response • 1/4˝ (6.35 mm) headphone jack (front) PCM upon playback. ALAC is supported to a maximum 96 kHz. *10 Available free
• 11.2-ch pre-outs (analog RCA, variable) for compatible iPhone and iPad at the App Store. Available free for compatible Android
• Custom High-Current Low-Noise Power Transformer devices at the Google Play Store. *11 Voice control requires an Amazon Alexa enabled
• Custom 15,000 μF high-current smoothing capacitors • Zone 2/Zone B and Zone 3 analog RCA pre/line-level outputs*13 device. Alexa multi-room music may require a firmware update. *12 Voice control
• Refined chassis, HDMI board, DAC, digital/analog inputs, power-amp • 11 banana-plug-ready screw-type speaker posts requires a Google Assistant enabled device. *13 Zone B is line-level output only. *14
grounds, and power lines (including exclusive Zone 2 outputs) HDMI/SPDIF/NET supported in Zone 2. Analog/NET supported in Zone 3. When set to
• 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ethernet terminal for network and IP control Zone 2, HDMI audio is available on inputs 1–3. SPDIF and HDMI support PCM signals
• Isolated network module reduces high-frequency interference on only. Simultaneous playback of multiple audio sources is enabled. *15 HDMI audio
audio circuitry • USB input (5 V/1 A) for audio playback (rear) is available on inputs 1–3. SPDIF and HDMI support PCM signals only. Simultaneous
• Original 2-stage non-phase-shift amplifier circuitry with • RS-232 serial port for remote control playback of multiple audio sources is enabled. *16 When set to Zone B mode, playback
discrete output stage • IR (infrared) input for remote-control extenders of encoded and PCM audio via any input is enabled in MAIN and Zone B. *17 Max.
400 ms (5 ms steps) at 96 kHz, and max. 200 ms (5 ms steps) at 192 kHz.
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Unleash the IMAX® Enhanced experience Chromecast built-in™ works with Hey Google Flexibility for customized setups
IMAX Enhanced uses DTS:X® technology optimized for the Stream music from your smartphone, laptop, or PC to the Connect an external power amp or motorized projector
IMAX signature experience and reproduces the full dynamic receiver via Chromecast built-in and control playback from screen via the AVR’s 12 V trigger output and power them up
range of IMAX theatrical mixes. Chromecast-enabled apps from iPhone, iPad, Android™ phone automatically with your AVR, with CEC performing the same
IMAX Mode delivers lMAX Enhanced or tablet, Mac or Windows® PC, or Chromebook™. Cue, play, task for media players over HDMI. An IR repeater input lets
content as the filmmakers intended. and control audio on this and other supported devices just by you conceal the AVR away from the screen, ideal for bespoke
using your voice. theaters. Ethernet and RS-232 terminals integrate the AVR into
THX® Certified Select theater-reference sound your automation system, with the former supporting setup and
Experience the same reference volume of at a commercial Works with Alexa web browser control via PC.
theater in rooms where the screen-to-seat distance is about Use your voice to control the AVR by issuing commands
12 ft. (3.5 m). Certified receivers must pass 2,000 bench-tests through an Alexa device. Whether you want to listen to music, SPECIFICATIONS
in 75 categories. radio stations, or podcasts, all you have to do is ask. It also
Amplifier Section
supports multi-room music* played on multiple devices.
Power output (All channels)
Welcome to 8K Ultra HD with the latest HDMI® * Multi-room music may require a firmware update. 250 W/Ch
Features defined in HDMI 2.1 enable 8K/60p passthrough to (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 10% THD, 1 channel driven)
a compatible display. As well as HDR10 and HLG, HDR10+ Connect speakers for powered multi-room sound 120 W/Ch (8 ohms, 20 Hz–20 kHz,
0.08% THD, 2 channels driven, FTC)
and Dolby Vision™ formats optimize brightness, contrast, and Separate Zone 2 outputs connect passive speakers in another Dynamic power 250 W (3 ohms, Front)
color frame-by-frame. All HDMI terminals support HDCP 2.3, room in addition to your 5.2.4 or 7.2.2 speaker system. Switch 220 W (4 ohms, Front)
while eARC on Main Out passes multichannel audio (including freely between 7.2.2/5.2.4 or 7.2/5.2.2 + Zone 2 playback. 130 W (8 ohms, Front)
Dolby Atmos® or DTS:X) from TV to AVR for decoding and Together with MAIN, Zone 2 and Zone 3 DACs support THD+N (Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise)
0.08% (20 Hz–20 kHz, half power)
amplification. QMS (Quick Media Switching) reduces screen D/A audio playback (including HDMI, SPDIF, and NET) in
Input sensitivity and impedance
blanking when switching HDMI sources. three rooms. You can sync the same track or play different 200 mV rms/47 k-ohms (Line)
Note: features defined in HDMI 2.1 supported on HDMI inputs 1–6, Main Out, and songs in each room using Onkyo Controller to manage 3.5 mV rms/47 k-ohms (Phono MM)
Sub/Zone 2 Out in Sub Mode output. your entertainment. Rated RCA output level and impedance
1 V rms/470 ohms (Subwoofer pre-out)
Note: Zone 3 supports analog/NET only. Zone 2 HDMI audio available via
Experience lag-free gameplay inputs 1–3. HDMI and SPDIF support PCM only.
200 mV rms/470 ohms
(Zone 2/Zone B line-out)
Transform virtual worlds with 3D sound and get a competitive
edge with all-new HDMI features for gamers. VRR (Variable
5 GHz/2.4 GHz Wi-Fi® supports 802.11ac standard Frequency response 5 Hz–100 kHz/+1 dB, -3 dB (Direct Mode)
Tone control ±10 dB, 20 Hz (Bass)
Refresh Rate), ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode), and Isolated 1.8 GHz quad-core SoC performs multiple ±10 dB, 20 kHz (Treble)
QFT (Quick Frame Transport) eliminate lag, stutter, and processing tasks at once. It evolves network functions and Signal-to-noise ratio 106 dB (Line, IHF-A)
frame-tearing for more fluid and responsive gameplay. supports the 802.11ac (2x2 MIMO) standard for stable 80 dB (Phono, IHF-A)
multi-room audio streaming. Speaker impedance 4–16 ohms
Note: features supported on HDMI inputs 1–6, Main Out, and Sub/Zone 2 Out in
Sub Mode output. Note: some countries or regions have regulations that affect wireless signal strength Video Section
and the use of Wi-Fi channels. Input sensitivity/output level and impedance
Dolby Atmos and DTS:X Bidirectional Bluetooth® wireless technology
Video 1.0 Vp–p/75 ohms (Component Y)
0.7 Vp–p/75 ohms (Component Pb/Pr)
Dolby Atmos and DTS:X formats map sound origins as they 1.0 Vp–p/75 ohms (Composite)
Send or receive audio via Bluetooth wireless technology.
are perceived in real life and transpose them around your Tuner Section
Stream from your laptop, digital audio player, or mobile to the
audience for a captivating entertainment experience. Enjoy 3D Tuning frequency range
receiver over SBC or AAC, or share what’s playing in the main
sound through a 5.2.4 or 7.2.2 layout or connect a stereo amp FM 87.5 MHz–107.9 MHz
zone* to a pair of wireless headphones using SBC, aptX™, or AM 530 kHz–1,710 kHz
and expand to 7.2.4 channels. Rediscover classic titles through
aptX HD codecs. FM/AM preset memory 40 stations
your height-enabled system with Dolby Surround® and DTS®
* Audio via Chromecast built-in and Works with Alexa excluded.
Neural:X. These technologies analyze legacy soundtracks for General
spatial cues and upmix for immersive 3D playback. Convenient Zone 2 and Zone B pre-/line-out Power supply AC 120 V~, 60 Hz
Power consumption 850 W
RCA pre-/line-out has two modes: Zone 2 supports
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer Power consumption (standby)
connection of active speakers or a hi-fi system, and can sync 0.1 W
Dolby Atmos Height Virtualizer enhances Dolby® formats for D/A audio in MAIN and Zone 2 or play a different source in Dimensions (W x H x D) 17 1/8˝ x 7 15/16˝ x 15 11/16˝
a more immersive experience. It creates virtual surround and each. Zone B plays MAIN audio through compatible wireless (435 x 201.5 x 398 mm)
height effects using a traditional speaker layout. headphones via a connected headphone dock. Weight 30.9 lbs. (14.0 kg))
Note: Zone 2 mode supports HDMI audio via inputs 1–3. SPDIF and HDMI UPC CODE
Exclusive refinements for clear sound support PCM only. Zone B mode is line-level only and supports encoded or PCM
signals (all inputs) in MAIN and Zone B. (B) 889951003687
HDMI board has short signal-paths and well-finished grounds
that suppress noise. SoC board is isolated from audio circuitry, Dirac Live® Room Correction CARTON
reducing interference. Reinforced power-supply line and refined Dimensions (W x H x D) 22 7/16˝ x 13 3/16˝ x 19 5/16˝
Dirac Live analyzes your audio system and listening environment
power-amp grounds with copper bus bar reduce circuit noise (570 x 335 x 490 mm)
by examining acoustic data measured with a setup Weight 37.5 lbs. (17.0 kg)
for thick, clear, and detailed sound.
mic. It corrects both the timing and amplitude aspects
SMART AV Receiver™ multi-room entertainment of sound coloration using a mixed-phase correction Supplied Accessories
filter throughout the listening area, not just a particular • Power cord • Indoor FM antenna • AM loop antenna
SMART AV Receiver is the heart of your • Speaker setup microphone • Quick Start Guide • Remote controller
home entertainment system. Access zone. Correction is performed automatically using • AAA (R03) batteries x 2
streaming content from Amazon Music a proprietary app for smartphone or tablet*.
HD*, Pandora®, Spotify®, TIDAL, Deezer, Dirac Live improves staging, localization, clarity,
and TuneIn and share sound as part of a multi-room system voice intelligibility, and bass response.
* Mobile device and AVR must be connected to the same local network.
via Works with Sonos, Chromecast built-in, AirPlay 2, and DTS
Play-Fi®.
* Amazon Music HD is supported via DTS Play-Fi.

Works with Sonos

Add this receiver to your Sonos Home Sound System just by
pairing it with a Sonos Connect or Port*. The AVR ties into the
Sonos ecosystem, changing inputs and responding to volume
commands from the Sonos app*.
* Sonos Connect and Port sold separately. Connection of 1–3 Sonos devices is
supported. Sonos app is available free for compatible iPad, iPhone, and Android™
devices at the App Store and the Google Play Store.

Text on receiver may vary with region.

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