A:AnswerHello LeeLee,
The TXSR494 has dual zone function but it is called Zone B. With Zone B, you can adjust the volume but it will be a same source that would be playing in the main room. If you are looking to have a different source on another zone you would have to go with the TXNR6100 and up for the zone 2 function. That function would then allow you to play a separate source from the main room.
Thank you
Onkyo
A:AnswerHello Jcooper613
Unfortunately the TXSR494 doesn't have built in Chromecast. For casting to the receiver, you would need to have a Chromecast device to be able to play through the TXSR494.
Thank you
Onkyo
A:AnswerHello ptbuzzcut,
The TXSR494 usb is for power supply of a streaming device or to perform firmware updates. However, when it comes to the power supply, it would be suggested to check the streaming devices amp/voltage before connecting to the receivers usb power supply. If the usb is not powerful enough for the device then it would be recommend to the use the power adaptor for the streaming device to work properly.
Thank you
Onkyo
A:AnswerHello Manu,
The TXSR494 has zone B pre/line out, which requires an amp to run a separate room of
music. Airplay is not available but only Bluetooth.
Thank you
ONKYO
A:AnswerHello Luislast,
The TXSR494 remote control is infrared. If the unit is going to be put outsight for control, you can get a external sensor kit to help with controlling the unit.
Thank you
Onkyo
A:AnswerHi Jaiden, I too bought an open box version of this head unit from Best Buy about a month and a half ago and experienced the same problem. Likely you have just re-bought the unit I returned which means Best Buy is not thoroughly checking the units when they are returned and is putting them back up to re-sell in a damaged state. You will not be able to clear the code as there is some circuitry damaged inside the unit permanently. After some thorough research I've come to two possible conclusions: 1.) The first person that bought this unit from Best Buy brand new stripped their speaker wires over the top of the unit and small strands of copper shed off and fell through the ventilation slits in the top of the unit and landed on circuitry which then shorted out when it was plugged in to the power outlet. 2.) It's also been noted elsewhere that this is a known issue with poorly manufactured circuitry on Onkyo's part at the factory and some units seem to be failing in this manner just due to poorly manufactured circuitry and are not due to user error at all. Either way, Best Buy should stop trying to sell these as open box if the units are stuck in protection mode and clearly have some sort of permanent circuitry damage.
A:AnswerHello Chiz
On the TXSR494 for the Zone B speakers you have the choice of using the speaker terminals which are located for Heights/Surround Back terminals. Or you can get a sperate power amp and use the Pre/Iine Out RCA connections. Whatever way that you are going to use zone B you would have to make the change in the receiver within the menu: Speaker Setup so you can get sound through the speakers when you choose them.
Thank you
Onkyo
A:AnswerHello Chiz
Zone B speaker terminals on the TXSR494 are only able to support 2 speakers. However, if you get a power amp and if that amp can support more than 2 speakers then you can connect the power amp via the RCA connections in the Pre/Line output for zone B.
Thank you
Onkyo
A:AnswerHello Hoss,
The TXSR 494 doesn’t have the ability if the transmit function for Bluetooth. The model that has the transmit and receive via Bluetooth is the TXNR5100.
Thank you
Onkyo
A:AnswerIts for your speaker balance when you set it up. Plug it in, and the receiver will instruct you on where to place it in your room so the system can balance your speakers
A:AnswerHello Zeke,
I'm sorry but I'm not understanding your question. Are you asking if the TXSR494 is available as an Open box? If that is the question, Best Buy would be able to help assist with the availability as open box item.
Thank you
Onkyo
