Simple version v 4 Basic version v Version simplifiée Version basique 14 AV SURROUND RECEIVER AVR-A100 Advanced version v Version avancée 53 Owner’s Manual Manuel de l’Utilisateur Information v 119 “Part names and functions” (vpage 120) Informations “Nomenclature et fonctions“ (vpage 120)
FRANCAIS ENGLISH IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS n SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
ENGLISH FRANCAIS n NOTES ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION WARNINGS AVERTISSEMENTS • Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack. • Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord. • Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust. • Unplug the power cord when not using the unit for long periods of time. • Do not obstruct the ventilation holes. • Do not let foreign objects into the unit.
ENGLISH Simple version Getting started Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper operation, please read these owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference.
ENGLISH Features Accessories Check that the following parts are supplied with the product. q Owner’s manual ...................................................................... 1 w Warranty (for North America model only) ................................ 1 e Service network list ................................................................. 1 r Power cord (Cord length: Approx. 6.2 ft / 1.9 m) .................... 1 t Main remote control unit (RC-1145) ........................................
ENGLISH Features This unit is equipped with an easy to see “Graphical User Interface” that uses menu displays and levels. The use of level displays increases operability of the this unit. All sources are up-scaled to 1080p Direct play for iPod® and iPhone® via USB Simultaneous playback on two HDMI channels This unit is equipped with two HDMI MONITOR outputs. You can connect one output to a projector and the other output to a TV for simultaneous signal outputs.
ENGLISH Simple version (Simple setup guide) Simple version Here, we explain the entire setup procedure, from unboxing the unit to using it in a home theater. The “Simple version” section provides the speaker installation, connection, and setup methods for the 7.1-channel system with surround back speakers. For the installing, connecting, and setup methods of speakers other than the 7.1-channel system (with surround back speakers), see page 54.
ENGLISH 1 2 3 4 5 This unit can perform 2.0 to 11.2-channel surround playback. This page provides the speaker installation procedure for the 7.1-channel playback using surround back speakers as an example. FR SW Speakers Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – (black) polarities on the speakers being connected to the this unit, and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly. Connecting the speaker cables C Peel off about 0.
ENGLISH Connect Blu-ray Disc player and TV Use only an HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface) cable that bears the HDMI logo (a genuine HDMI product). Using a cable without the HDMI logo (a non-genuine HDMI product) may result in abnormal playback. When outputting Deep Color or 1080p, etc., we recommend you use a “High Speed HDMI cable” or a “High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet”for enhanced high-quality playback.
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ENGLISH Set up speakers (Audyssey® Auto Setup) About setup microphone placement • Measurements are performed by placing the setup microphone successively at multiple positions throughout the entire listening area, as shown in GExample qH. For best results, we recommend you measure in six or more positions, as shown in the illustration (up to eight positions).
ENGLISH Set up speakers (Audyssey® Auto Setup) STEP 2 STEP 3 Preparation Detection & Measurement Measurement (Main listening position) (2nd – 8th listening position) • In STEP 2, you will perform measurements at the main listening position. • This step automatically checks the speaker configuration and speaker size, and calculates the channel level, distance, and crossover frequency. It also corrects distortion in the listening area.
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ENGLISH Make the necessary settings on the player (language setting, subtitles setting, etc.) beforehand. 3 $GMXVW WKH VRXQG YROXPH VOL d ........................................... Volume up VOL f ...................................... Volume down MUTE .................................................. Muting 2 3 4 5 When power is switched to standby Press POWER OFF.
ENGLISH Basic version Basic version Here, we explain the connections and basic operation methods for this unit. F Connections vpage 15 F Playback (Basic operation) vpage 28 F Selecting a listening mode (Surround Mode) vpage 50 n Refer to the pages indicated below for information on connecting and playing back the various media and external devices.
ENGLISH GFlow of video signals for ZONE2H Important information This unit • Make connections as follows before using this unit. Select an appropriate connection type according to the components to be connected. • You may need to make some settings on this unit depending on the connection method. Refer to each description for more information. • Select the cables (sold separately) according to the components being connected. • Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed.
ENGLISH Important information Examples of screen display • Menu screen • Status display screen When the input source is switched When the volume is adjusted About HDMI cables • When a device supporting Deep Color signal transfer is connected, use a cable compatible “High Speed HDMI cable” or “High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet”. • When the ARC function is used, connect a device with a ”Standard HDMI cable with Ethernet” or “High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet” for HDMI 1.4a.
ENGLISH Connecting an HDMI-compatible device Audio and video cable (sold separately) HDMI cable • This interface allows transfer of digital video signals and digital audio signals over a single HDMI cable. DVD player Set-top box Digital video recorder Game console TV 1 TV 2 )%.* 065 )%.* 065 )%.* 065 )%.* 065 )%.* 065 )%.* */ )%.* */ NOTE • When the “Monitor Out” menu is set to “Auto (Dual)”, video may not be displayed properly on some monitors connected to the unit.
ENGLISH Connecting a TV Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player • Select the connector to use and connect the device. • For video connections, see “Converting input video signals for output (Video conversion function)” (vpage 15). • For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 16). • You can enjoy video and audio from a Blu-ray Disc. • Select the connector to use and connect the device.
ENGLISH Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) • You can enjoy video and audio from a DVD. • Select the connector to use and connect the device. • For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 16). • You can watch satellite or cable TV. • Select the connector to use and connect the device. • For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 16).
ENGLISH Connecting a digital video recorder • You can record video onto a Blu-ray Disc or DVD. • Select the connector to use and connect the device. • When recording analog audio, use the analog connection. • See “REC OUT mode” (vpage 67) for operating instructions. • For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 16).
ENGLISH • You can enjoy video and audio from a digital camcorder. • You can enjoy games by connecting a game machine via the V.AUX input connector. In this case, select the input source to “V.AUX”. • For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 16). Connecting a control dock for iPod • Connect a control dock for iPod to the unit to enjoy video and music stored on an iPod. • For a control dock for iPod, use ASD-1R and ASD-11R made by DENON (sold separately).
ENGLISH Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port You can enjoy music stored on an iPod or USB memory device. Cables used for connections To connect an iPod to this unit, use the USB cable supplied with the iPod. GRear panelH iPod USB memory device or • In the initial status, USB memory devices can be used by connecting them to the USB port on the front panel.
ENGLISH Connecting a SIRIUS connector SiriusConnect Home Tuner NOTE Keep the power cord unplugged until the SiriusConnect Home Tuner connection have been completed. Direction of broadcasting station FM outdoor antenna n Positioning the antenna For a consistent satellite signal, the antenna must be positioned correctly. Use the following map to determine which area you are in and position the antenna accordingly.
ENGLISH Connecting an antenna Connecting a record player n AM loop antenna assembly 1 3XW WKH VWDQG VHFWLRQ WKURXJK WKH ERWWRP RI WKH ORRS DQWHQQD IURP WKH UHDU DQG EHQG LW IRUZDUG You can enjoy playing records. Stand Projecting part • You can enjoy CD sound. • Select the connector to use and connect the device.
ENGLISH Multichannel playback is possible. That includes DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD (vpage 30 “Playing an iPod®”). Also, refer to page 29 “Playing a Blu-ray Disc player compatible with DENON LINK 4th” for information on connecting a player that supports DENON LINK 4th edition. Cables used for connections Component with Multi-channel Output connectors • You can connect this unit to an external device fitted with multichannel sound audio output jacks to enjoy music and video.
ENGLISH Connecting to a home network (LAN) • This unit lets you play via your home network (LAN) music files stored on a computer and music content such as that from Internet radio. You can also operate this unit from a computer using the Web control function. • You can update by downloading the latest firmware from the DENON website. For more information, on the menu, select “Firmware Update” (vpage 106). • See “Network Setup” on the menu (vpage 101) for more information on network setting.
ENGLISH REMOTE CONTROL jacks TRIGGER OUT jacks If this unit is installed in a location that is out of range of the signal from the remote control unit, you can still operate the unit and the devices connected to it by using a commercially available IR receiver. You can also use it to remotely control ZONE2, ZONE3 (another room). When a device with TRIGGER IN jack is connected, the connected device’s power on/standby can be controlled through linked operation to this unit.
ENGLISH Playback (Basic operation) n Selecting the input source (vpage 28) n Adjusting the master volume (vpage 28) n Turning off the sound temporarily (vpage 29) n Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player (vpage 29) n Playing a CD player (vpage 30) n Playing an iPod® (vpage 30) n Tuning in radio stations (vpage 33) n Playing a network audio (vpage 37) n Playing a USB memory device (vpage 48) • When iPod PLAY is pressed, the input source of this unit is switched to “DOCK” or “NET/USB” and the connected iP
ENGLISH Important information 3UHVV MUTE • The power indicator flashes green. • “MUTE” indicator on the display lights. appears on a TV screen. • • DENON LINK 4th uses the clock of the AV amplifier connected by DENON LINK to achieve HDMI signal transfer with low jitter when playing BD. • To play DENON LINK 4th signals, make HDMI and DENON LINK connections with a compatible Blu-ray disc player. q Turn on the power of the TV, • The sound is reduced to the level set at “Mute Level” (vpage 104).
ENGLISH Playing a CD player The following describes the procedure for playing CD player. 1 Playing an iPod® There are two methods for iPod playback. • In “Browse mode”, the iPod display is as shown at right. 3UHSDUH IRU SOD\EDFN q Use a DENON control dock for iPod to play back. and player. w Load the disc in the player.
ENGLISH Playing an iPod® When an iPod equipped with a video function is connected to a DENON ASD-11R control dock for iPod, image files can be played in the Browse mode.
ENGLISH Playing an iPod® w Connect an iPod directly to the USB port to play back You can use the USB cable provided with the iPod® to connect the iPod with the unit’s USB port and enjoy music stored on the iPod. • This unit supports audio playback from the iPod (fifth generation or later), iPod nano, iPod classic, iPod touch and iPhone (it is not compatible with iPod shuffle). 1 &RQQHFW WKH L3RG WR WKH 86% SRUW vSDJH ³&RQQHFWLQJ DQ L3RG RU 86% PHPRU\ GHYLFH WR WKH 86% SRUW´ POWER ON WR WX
ENGLISH Playing an iPod® If iPod PLAY is pressed when a control dock for iPod or an iPod (USB) is connected, the iPod starts playback. 3UHVV iPod PLAY If iPod PLAY on the main unit is pressed, the same function as with the remote control unit can be obtained. NOTE If both a control dock for iPod (“DOCK”) and an iPod (“NET/USB”) are connected, playback with control dock for iPod (“DOCK”) takes priority.
ENGLISH Tuning in radio stations n Checking the SIRIUS signal strength and radio ID n Presetting radio channels (Preset memory) 1 LQ WKH EURDGFDVW FKDQQHO 1 7XQH \RX ZDQW WR SUHVHW 2 3UHVV MEMORY SHIFT WR VHOHFW WKH EORFN 3 3UHVV $ WR * LQ ZKLFK WR SUHVHW WKH 3UHVV STATUS XQWLO ³6,*1$/´ DSSHDUV RQ WKH GLVSOD\ The display will switch as shown below, depending on the reception conditions.
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ENGLISH Tuning in radio stations n Selecting audio programs HD Radio Technology enables stations to broadcast multiple Audio Program and data services on HD2 / HD3 / HD4 channels. 3UHVV ui WR VHOHFW WKH DXGLR SURJUDP If the station you are listening to has multiple audio programs, “HD1” is indicated on the display. If it only has one audio program, “HD” is indicated. n Presetting radio stations (Manual preset) Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune them in easily.
ENGLISH Tuning in radio stations Function Preset channel selection Amp menu uio p Cursor operation / Multicast switching (ui) ENTER SEARCH RETURN BAND MODE TUNING df Enter Direct frequency tuning Return FM/AM switching Switch search modes Tuning (up/down) 0–9 Preset channel selection (1 – 8) / Direct frequency tuning (0 – 9) SHIFT MEMORY TV POWER TV INPUT Preset channel block selection Preset memory registration TV power on/standby (Default : SONY) Switch TV input (Default : SONY) Follow this proc
ENGLISH Playing a network audio n About Rhapsody GCompatible formatsH Sampling frequency Bit rate Extension WMA (Windows Media Audio) 32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 192 kbps .wma MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3) 32/44.1/48 kHz 32 – 320 kbps .mp3 WAV 32/44.1/48 kHz – .wav Listening to internet radio 1 3UHSDUH IRU SOD\EDFN MPEG-4 AAC 32/44.1/48 kHz 16 – 320 kbps .aac/ .m4a/ .mp4 FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec) 32/44.1/48/ 88.2/96 kHz – .
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ENGLISH Playing a network audio n Internet radio operation Operation buttons CH +, – MENU uio p ENTER (Press and release) Playing files stored on a computer Function Preset channel selection Amp menu Cursor operation Enter ENTER (Press and hold) Stop SEARCH RETURN 2 RESTORER 1–8 SHIFT MEMORY TV POWER TV INPUT Page searchz1 / Character searchz2 Return Stop RESTORER Preset channel selection Preset channel block selection Favorites / Preset memory registration TV power on/standby (Default : SONY) Switch T
ENGLISH Playing a network audio Viewing photographs on the Flickr site Operation buttons CH +, – MENU Function Preset channel selection Amp menu You can view photographs shared by particular users, or all of the photographs shared on Flickr.
ENGLISH Playing a network audio n Viewing all photographs on Flickr 1 3UHSDUH IRU SOD\EDFN q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s power (vpage 26 “Connecting to a home network (LAN)”). w If settings are required, make the “Network Connecting” (vpage 101). 3UHVV SOURCE SELECT WR GLVSOD\ 2 WKH 6285&( 6(/(&7 PHQX WKHQ VHOHFW vSDJH ui WR VHOHFW ³$OO &RQWHQW´ 3 8VH WKHQ SUHVV ENTER RU p > @ )OLFNU $GG )OLFNU &RQWDFW $OO &RQWHQW n Flickr operation Listening to Nap
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ENGLISH Playing a network audio Listening to a created radio station (e.g. D&M2 Radio) By specifying your favorite track or artist name, music that has a similar rhythm or sound is chosen and streamed. n Arranging tracks within radio stations You can sort tracks by operating the Pandora menu screen while a track is playing. 3UHVV p ZKLOH D WUDFN LV SOD\LQJ The Pandora menu screen is displayed. ,·P WLUHG RI WKLV WUDFN 'HOHWH WKLV VWDWLRQ 1RZ 3OD\LQJ I don’t like this track $OEXP 6HOHFW 0HQX Why is
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ENGLISH Playing a USB memory device Playing back music or still picture (JPEG) files recorded on a USB memory device. GCompatible formatsH USB memory devices z1 Important information WMA (Windows Media Audio) 3z2 MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3) 3 n USB memory devices WAV 3 A USB memory device can be connected to the USB port of this unit to play music and still picture (JPEG) files stored on the USB memory device.
ENGLISH Playing a USB memory device uio p Cursor operation / Auto search (cue, ui) ENTER (Press and release) Enter / Pause ENTER (Press and hold) SEARCH RETURN 1 8 9 3 2 RESTORER 1–8 Stop Page searchz1 / Character searchz2 Return Playback / Pause Auto search (cue) Pause Stop RESTORER Preset channel selection SHIFT Preset channel block selection TV POWER TV power on/standby (Default : SONY) TV INPUT Switch TV input (Default : SONY) Advanced version • Note that DENON will accept no responsibilit
ENGLISH Selecting a listening mode (Surround Mode) This unit can play input audio signals in multi-channel surround mode or in stereo mode. Select a listening mode suitable for the playback contents (cinema, music, etc.) or according to your liking.
ENGLISH Standard playback ³0RGH´ vSDJH WR HQMR\ \RXU IDYRULWH VRXQG PRGH This mode is suited for movie sources. Music This mode is suited for music sources. More sound is sent to the front speakers than in “Cinema” mode. This mode is suited for games. Game Pro Logic This mode is suitable for playback of 2-channel sources recorded with Dolby Pro Logic. z This mode is for the surround decoder “Dolby Height PLgz”. If the surround decoder is “Dolby PLgz”, another mode cannot be selected.
ENGLISH DENON original surround playback vSDJH – 1 3OD\LQJ WKH VRXUFH 3UHVV SIMULATION WR VHOHFW WKH 2 VXUURXQG PRGH • If DSP SIMULATION on the main unit is pressed, the same function as with the remote control unit can be obtained. • Each time SIMULATION is pressed, the surround mode is switched. MULTI CH STEREO This mode is for enjoying stereo sound from all speakers. WIDE SCREEN This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere of viewing a movie on a large screen.
ENGLISH Simple version Advanced version Advanced version Here, we explain functions and operations that let you make better use of this unit.
ENGLISH Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection) 54 FHR SW FL 1 SW 2 FR Front height speaker • Point slightly downwards At least z1 3.3 ft / 1 m FWL z3 FWR z2 z1 Surround speaker 4 Set up speakers (vpage 63) FHL C Install the surround back speakers in a position 2 to 3 ft (60 to 90 cm) higher than ear level. SL Front wide speaker SR Listening position 2 – 3 ft / z2 60 – 90 cm 45˚ Front speaker GViewed from the sideH Connect (vpage 56) When 7.2ch / 9.2ch / 11.
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ENGLISH Connect • For the method of connecting 7.1-channel speakers, see page 5. • For the method of connecting the TV, see page 6. 7.2- or 9.2-channnel (Surround back / Front height / Front wide speaker) connection The illustration on the right shows a connection example for performing 7.2-channel or 9.2-channel playback using the surround back, front height, or front wide speakers.
ENGLISH Connect Front A/B connection You can connect a second set of speakers to this unit and use them for playback. To use a second set of speakers, select “Amp Assign” and set “Assign Mode” to “Front B” using steps 3 and 4 of “Set up “Amp Assign”” (vpage 63). Simple version 6.1-channel (Surround back speaker) connection If using only one surround back speaker (with a 6.1-channel connection), connect to the “L” side of the SURR. BACK/AMP ASSIGN terminal. For speaker settings in this case, see “When 6.
ENGLISH Connect 2.1-channel connection Bi-Amp connection You can use the front speakers via the bi-amp connection. A bi-amp connection is to connect separate amplifiers to the tweeter terminals and woofer terminals of speakers compatible with the bi-amp function. This prevents the back electromotive force (returned force without output) of the woofer sent to the tweeter, which affects the sound quality of the tweeter, and you can enjoy playback with higher-quality sound.
ENGLISH Connect Simple version Multi-channel + 2-channel connection You can connect the other front speakers for 2-channel playback using the DIRECT mode or STEREO mode. The speakers used exclusively for multichannel playback and the speakers used exclusively for 2-channel playback are automatically switched for playback in accordance with the surround mode.
ENGLISH Connect Multi-channel + 2-channel with Bi-Amp connection You can connect the other front speakers for 2-channel playback using DIRECT mode or STEREO mode via the bi-amp connection. The speakers used exclusively for multichannel playback and the speakers exclusively used for 2-channel playback are automatically switched for playback in accordance with the surround mode.
ENGLISH Connect Simple version 11.2-channel (Surround back / Front height / Front wide speaker) connection L L R R Basic version You can perform playback using up to 11.2 channels using a combination of the built-in power amplifier for 9-channel and an external power amplifier for 2-channel. Connect the external amplifier to the PRE OUT connector. To perform 11.2-channel playback, select “Amp Assign” and set “Assign Mode” to “11CH” using steps 3 and 4 of “Set up “Amp Assign”” (vpage 63).
ENGLISH Connect PRE AMP mode You can connect all speakers to an external power amplifier and use this unit as a preamplifier. Using this unit as a preamplifier, you can perform up to 11.2-channel playback. When the PRE AMP mode is used, the built-in power amplifier operation of this unit is stopped, and interference to the preamplifier from the power amplifier can be reduced.
ENGLISH around items indicate the settings. This section provides the setup methods of speaker systems other than the 7.1-channel system (with surround back speakers). For the setup methods of the 7.1-channel system with surround back speakers, see “Simple version”, “Set up speakers” (vpage 7) of “Simple version”. First install and connect the speakers to this unit. Set the speaker impedance when using a speaker with impedance of 4 Ω or 6 Ω (vpage 98 “Speaker Impedance”).
ENGLISH Set up speakers Front B 11CH PRE AMP 5 Select the Front B setting to use the second set of front speakers for playback. In this case, go to step 5. Select the 11CH setting to perform playback using up to 11.2 channels using a combination of the unit's built-in power amplifier for 9-channel and an external power amplifier for 2-channel. In this case, go to step 6. Select the PRE AMP setting to use this unit as a preamplifier by connecting all speakers to an external power amplifier.
ENGLISH Playback (Basic operation) (vpage 28) Selecting a listening mode (Surround Mode) (vpage 50) When you make an HDMI connection with a TV or player compatible with this unit and HDMI control functions, you can perform the following operations by setting the HDMI control function of each device. n This unit power off can be linked to the TV power off step. n You can switch audio output devices with a TV operation.
ENGLISH Convenient functions Sleep timer function Adjusting the volume of the speakers The power automatically goes into standby once the set time has elapsed. This is convenient for playing sources while going to sleep. You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback sources or to suit your taste, as described below. 3UHVV SLEEP DQG GLVSOD\ WKH WLPH \RX ZDQW WR VHW The indicator on the display lights.
ENGLISH Convenient functions All of the settings in step 1 can be memorized together. By memorizing frequently used settings, you can quickly access and enjoy a playback environment that is consistently the same. n Saving the settings q w e r t 2 Input source (vpage 28) Volume (vpage 28) Surround Mode (vpage 50) Video Select (vpage 83) Audyssey Setting (MultEQ® XT 32, Dynamic EQ®, Dynamic Volume®) (vpage 89) 3UHVV DQG KROG WKH GHVLUHG QUICK SELECT XQWLO ³0HPRU\´ DSSHDUV RQ WKH GLVSOD\ The curre
ENGLISH Convenient functions Party mode function The same network audio (Internet radio, Media server or iPod DIRECT) can be played on multiple DENON products equipped with the Party Mode function and connected in a network. The party mode consists of one organizer and up to four attendees. When one unit starts the party mode as the organizer, up to four devices on which the party mode function is activated automatically participate in the party as attendees.
ENGLISH Convenient functions n Playing contents on a media controller Media controller • Perform this procedure using a media controller conforming to the DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) standard. • This function allows you to play content located on a computer (media server) or connected on a network by operating a media controller on the same network. • There are two types of operations on the media controller.
ENGLISH Convenient functions Web control function 4 :KHQ WKH WRS PHQX LV GLVSOD\HG FOLFN RQ WKH PHQX 5 2SHUDWH LWHP \RX ZDQW WR RSHUDWH You can operate this unit using a browser. 1 WKH ,3 DGGUHVV RI WKLV XQLW ZLWK ³1HWZRUN 2 &KHFN ,QIR ´ vSDJH 6ZLWFK WKH ³1HWZRUN 6WDQGE\´ VHWWLQJ WR ³21´ vSDJH 0$,1 =21( 0$,1 =21( 6WDWXV G% w 6WDWXV 6WDWXV =21( G% =21( 1(7:25. ,1)2 )ULHQGO\ 1DPH '(121 >$95 $ @ e 6HWXS 0HQX '+&3 ,3 $GGUHVV 0DF $GGUHVV 21
ENGLISH Convenient functions Q0 6(783 0(18 6855281' 02'( $8',2 9,'(2 $'-867 0$18$/ 6(783 ,1)250$7,21 6$9( Q1 9LGHR 9LGHR 6HOHFW 6285&( 9LGHR 0RGH $XWR 9LGHR &RQYHUW 21 L S 6FDOHU 5HVROXWLRQ DQDORJ 5HVROXWLRQ +'0, 3URJUHVVLYH 0RGH $VSHFW *DPH 0RYLH 2)) $QDORJ $QDORJ +'0, 2)) $XWR S S L S $872 9,'(2 )XOO 1RUPDO 0XOWL =RQH &RQWURO Q8 S S +] 9,'(2 0XOWL =RQH &RQWURO Q8 Select this item to operate each zone.
ENGLISH Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3 (Separate room) • You can operate this unit so as to enjoy audio in a room (ZONE2, ZONE3) other than the MAIN ZONE (room where the unit is located). • You can simultaneously play back the same source in both the MAIN ZONE, ZONE2 and ZONE3. You can also play back separate sources in the MAIN ZONE, ZONE2 and ZONE3. The source selected for ZONE2 is also output from the recording output connectors.
ENGLISH Menu Operation ZONE SELECT WR VZLWFK WKH 1 3UHVV =21( RU ]RQH PRGH WR Adjusting the volume Use VOL df to adjust the volume. Z2 Z3 =21( GAdjustable rangeH – – – –80dB – –40dB – 18dB (When the “Volume Display” (vpage 104) setting is “Relative”) The or indicator on the display lights. • Also press input source select button when in standby mode, the power turns on. • When ZONE/DEVICE OFF is pressed, ZONE2 or ZONE3 turns off.
ENGLISH Quick select function Sleep timer function It is also possible to save three settings for ZONE2 or ZONE3. n Saving the settings 1 ZONE SELECT WR VZLWFK WKH 1 3UHVV ]RQH PRGH WR =21( RU 6HW WKH LWHPV EHORZ WR WKH VHWWLQJV \RX ZDQW WR VDYH Z2 Z3 =21( q Input source (vpage 73) w Volume (vpage 73) SLEEP DQG GLVSOD\ WKH WLPH 2 3UHVV \RX ZDQW WR VHW ZONE SELECT WR VZLWFK WKH 2 3UHVV ]RQH PRGH WR =21( RU The indicator on the display lights.
ENGLISH Simple version How to make detailed settings Menu map For menu operation, connect a TV to this unit and display the menu on the TV screen. For menu operations, see the following page. Setting items INFORMATION Displayed items of the “SOURCE SELECT” menu differs, depending on the selected input source.
ENGLISH Examples of menu screen displays Typical examples are described below. GExample 1H Menu selection screen (Top menu) i q w GExample 2H Audyssey® Auto Setup screen (with illustration) $8'<66(< $872 6(783 e 6285&( 6(/(&7 o 6$7 &%/ '95 *$0( 9 $8; '2&. 1(7 86% Q0 67(3 3UHSDUDWLRQ &RQQHFW WKH VSHDNHUV DQG SODFH WKHP DFFRUGLQJ WR WKH UHFRPPHQGDWLRQV LQ WKH PDQXDO 6HW WKH IROORZLQJ LWHPV LI QHFHVVDU\ r Q1 $PS $VVLJQ &KDQQHO 6HOHFW $XWR 6HWXS 6WDUW 6HOHFW LQSXW VRXUFH DQG P
ENGLISH Simple version Examples of menu and front display Below we describe typical examples of displays on the TV screen and on the set’s display window. Menu display Top menu display q Front display Description w $8',2 9,'(2 $'-867 $XGLR $GMXVW 3LFWXUH $GMXVW w A/V Adjust Auto Setup q The menu items are displayed here. w The selected line is displayed here. The currently selected item is displayed on the display. Use ui to move to the item you want to set.
ENGLISH Inputting characters You can change the names as desired using the “Preset Name” (vpage 81), “Rename” (vpage 85), “Rhapsody Account” (vpage 103), “Napster Account” (vpage 103), “Zone Rename” (vpage 105), “Quick Select Name” (vpage 105) and character input for the network functions. For inputting characters, there are three methods, as shown below. Method for inputting characters Method Operations • Operating with the remote control unit.
ENGLISH Inputting characters n Display of a keyboard input screen 5(1$0( %' e • The types of characters that can be input are as shown below. r t GUpper case charactersH ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ GLower case charactersH abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz GSymbolsH ! “ # $ % & ‘ ( ) z + , - . / : ; < =>?@[\]^_`{|}˜ GNumbersH 0123456789 (Space) 4 5HSHDW VWHSV DQG WR FKDQJH WKH QDPH WKHQ SUHVV ENTER WR UHJLVWHU LW F G Q F S B 6HOHFW D $ A keyboard screen is displayed.
ENGLISH SOURCE SELECT Perform settings related to input source playback. • You do not have to change the settings to use the unit. Make settings when needed. Items that can be set with the “SOURCE SELECT” procedure Auto Preset (vpage 81) Menu operation 1 Preset Skip (vpage 81) $872 35(6(7 3UHVV ZONE SELECT WR VZLWFK WKH ]RQH PRGH WR M 0$,1 =21( 6WDUW $ % & ' ( ) The M indicator lights.
ENGLISH SOURCE SELECT Setting items Edit Lock Code Change the password. Use the auto preset function to program radio stations. Setting items Start Start the auto preset process. Setting details SIRIUS If an FM station cannot be preset automatically, select the desired station by tuning it in manually, then preset it manually. HD Radio Default settings are underlined. Set preset channel to be skipped when selecting.
ENGLISH SOURCE SELECT Input Assign Setting items Examples of input assign menu screen displays This screen appears when the “SOURCE SELECT” – “each input source” – “Input Assign” menu is selected. Use the “Input Assign” menu to change the w HDMI input connectors, e Digital input connectors, and r component input connectors that are assigned to the q input sources in default settings. ,1387 $66,*1 'HIDXOW q %' '9' 79 6$7 &%/ '95 *$0( 9 $8; +'0, ',*,7$/ SAT/CBL GAME > @ V.
ENGLISH SOURCE SELECT BD DVD SAT/CBL V.AUX DVR DOCK Default The “Input Assign” settings are returned to the default settings. Setting items • At time of purchase, the settings of the different input sources are as shown below. Input source Default setting BD DVD TV SAT/ CBL None 1-RCA None 2-RCA DVR GAME V.AUX DOCK 3-RCA None None None • An input source to which an component video input connector cannot be assigned is displayed as “– – –”.
ENGLISH SOURCE SELECT Setting items Setting details Resolution Set the output resolution. You can set “Resolution” separately for HDMI output of the analog video input and HDMI input. Auto : The number of pixels the TV connected to the HDMI output connector supports is detected automatically and the appropriate output resolution is set. 480p/576p / 1080i / 720p / 1080p / 1080p:24Hz : Set the output resolution. BD DVD SAT/CBL GAME z V.
ENGLISH SOURCE SELECT Setting items Change the display name of the selected input source. Setting items Setting details • Up to eight characters can be input. • For character input, see page 78. NET/USB Repeat Make settings for repeat mode. Yes : Reset to the defaults. No : Do not reset to the defaults. Media Server Rhapsody Source Level (Audio) Setting details Front : Select front-panel port. Rear : Select rear-panel port. Default settings are underlined.
ENGLISH AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST The sound being played in the surround mode can be adjusted to your liking. The items (parameters) that can be adjusted depend on the signal being input and the currently set surround mode. For details on the adjustable parameters, see “Surround modes and parameters” (vpage 126). Menu operation 3UHVV ZONE SELECT WR VZLWFK WKH ]RQH PRGH WR 1 =21( M 0$,1 Audio Adjust n Surround Parameters Default settings are underlined. Adjust surround sound parameters.
ENGLISH AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST For proper playback of the different sources, we recommend setting to the values below. • Dolby Digital sources : “0dB” • DTS movie sources : “0dB” • DTS music sources : “–10dB” 0.0 – 1.0 (0.3) Setting items Surround Back Sets the method of generating of the surround back channel. Setting details n For 2-channel sources ON : The surround back channel is used. OFF : No signal is played from the surround back channels. n For multi-channel sources ON : Set. OFF : Do not set.
ENGLISH AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST Setting items Height Gain Control the front channel volume. Setting details Low : Reduce the front height channel volume. height Mid : Front height channel sound is output with standard sound volume. High : Increase the front height channel volume. NOTE PLgz Height Determine whether to use front height channel. Speaker Make settings for the speakers outputting sound when playing back in DENON original surround mode. “Height Gain” is displayed for the following settings.
ENGLISH AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST Default settings are underlined. Set MultEQ® XT 32, Dynamic EQ® and Dynamic Volume®. These can be selected after Audyssey® Auto Setup has been performed. For additional information on Audyssey technology, please see page 132. NOTE Setting details OFF : Turn “MultEQ XT 32” equalizer off. Audyssey : Optimize the frequency response of all speakers. Audyssey Byp.L/R : Optimize frequency response of speakers except front L and R speakers.
ENGLISH AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST Setting items Dynamic Volume® Solve the problem of large variations in volume level between TV, movies and other content (between quiet passages and loud passages, etc.) by automatically adjusting to the user’s preferred volume setting. n A-DSX Soundstage Setting details OFF : Do not use “Dynamic Volume”. Midnight : Most adjustment to softest and loudest sounds. Evening : Medium adjustment to loudest and softest sound. Day : Least adjustment to loudest and softest sounds.
ENGLISH AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST Default settings are underlined. Use the graphic equalizer to adjust the tone of each speaker. “Manual EQ” can be set when “MultEQ XT 32” setting (vpage 89) is “Manual”. Setting items Setting details Default settings are underlined. Setting items Dolby Volume Automatically adjusts the volume that varies depending on the contents and input source and performs appropriate corrections of the frequency characteristic. Setting details ON : Enables the Dolby Volume function.
ENGLISH AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST n RESTORER Compressed audio formats such as MP3, WMA (Windows Media Audio) and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the amount of data by eliminating signal components that are hard for the human ear to hear. The RESTORER function generates the signals eliminated upon compression, restoring the sound to conditions near those of the original sound before compression. It also corrects the sense of volume of the bass to obtain richer sound with compressed audio signals.
ENGLISH Set when changing Audyssey® Auto Setup settings, or when changing the audio, video, display or other settings. • If you change the speaker settings after performing Audyssey Auto Setup, it will not be possible to set MultEQ® XT 32, Dynamic EQ® and Dynamic Volume® (vpage 89, 90). • Can be used without changing the settings. Please set if necessary. Menu operation M 0$,1 Default settings are underlined.
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP n Steps for setting “Amp Assign” This unit is provided with ten types of Assign Mode settings. You can switch the channels assigned to a power amplifier in accordance with your speaker system or perform playback using up to 11 channels using a combination of the built-in power amplifier for 9-channel and an external power amplifier for 2-channel. You can also use this unit as a preamplifier. Use the following flowchart to set the speaker system of this unit.
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP Setting details [1] Assign Mode : Select the method for using a power amplifier in accordance with your speaker system. [3] Ext. Amp : Select the PRE OUT connector to which an external power amplifier is connected. • Height : Select when you perform playback by connecting an external power amplifier to the front height channel of the PRE OUT connector. • Front : Select when you perform playback by connecting an external power amplifier to the front channel of PRE OUT connector.
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP Setting items Speaker Config. (Continued) Setting details Center : Set the presence and size of the center speaker. • Large : Use a large speaker that can adequately play back low frequencies. • Small : Use a small speaker that has inadequate playback capacity for low frequencies. • None : Select when a center speaker is not connected. Setting items Speaker Config. (Continued) “Large” is not displayed when “Front” is set to “Small”.
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP Setting details Feet / Meters : Set the unit of distance. Step : Set the minimum variable width of the distance. • 1ft / 0.1ft • 0.1m / 0.01m Default : The “Distance” settings are returned to the default settings. • Yes : Reset to the defaults. • No : Do not reset to the defaults. Setting details • –12.0dB – +12.0dB (0.0dB) : Adjust the volume. • 0.0ft – 60.0ft / 0.00m – 18.00m : Set the distance.
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP Setting items Setting details Crossover Freq. Set the maximum frequency of the bass signal output from each channel to the subwoofer. Set the Crossover Frequency to suit the bass reproduction capability of the speaker being used. 40Hz / 60Hz / 80Hz / 90Hz / 100Hz / 110Hz / 120Hz / 150Hz / 200Hz / 250Hz : Set the crossover frequency. Speaker Impedance Set the impedance of connected speakers. Front Speaker Setup Set the front speakers to use for every surround mode.
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP Setting details Setting items HDMI Control (Continued) Setting details “Power Off Control” can be set when “HDMI Control” – “Control” is set to “ON”. NOTE “Standby Source” can be set when “HDMI Control” – “Control” is set to “ON”. Control Monitor : Set the HDMI MONITOR terminal to output the HDMI control signal. • Monitor 1 : Output from the MONITOR 1 terminal. • Monitor 2 : Output from the MONITOR 2 terminal. Audio Setup Default settings are underlined.
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP Setting items 2ch Direct/Stereo (Continued) Setting details SW Mode : Select low range signals to be reproduced by subwoofer. • LFE : When the “2ch Direct/Stereo” – “Front” setting is set to “Large”, the LFE signal alone is output from the subwoofer. Also, when the “2ch Direct/Stereo” – “Front” setting is set to “Small”, the front channel low range signal is added to the LFE signal output from the subwoofer.
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP Default settings are underlined. Make network settings. Setting items Network Connecting Make settings for wired LAN. Network Connecting (Continued) Setting details 1(7:25. &211(&7,1* '+&3 ,3 $GGUHVV ([LW 'HWDLO 21 q 1(7:25. &211(&7,1* w '+&3 ,3 $GGUHVV 6XEQHW 0DVN 'HIDXOW *DWHZD\ 3ULPDU\ '16 6HFRQGDU\ '16 2)) 3UR[\ ([LW r e 5(7851 &
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP Setting items Network Connecting (Continued) Setting details r Use o p to select the proxy server input method, and then press i. Address : Select when inputting by address. Name : Select when inputting by domain name. Setting items Other (Continued) t Use uio p or 0 – 9 to input the proxy server address or domain name and press ENTER. When “Address” is selected in step r : Input the address When“Name” is selected in step r : Input the domain name • For character input, see page 78.
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP Setting details Username / Password / Clear • For character input, see page 78. Setting items Username / Password / Clear • For character input, see page 78. Volume Limit Make a setting for maximum volume. Default settings are underlined. Set the audio to play back with multi-zone (ZONE2, ZONE3). Setting items Rch Level Adjust the right channel output level. Channel Set the signal output from multi-zone.
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP OPTION Setting items Option Setup Default settings are underlined. Make various other settings. Setting items Volume Control Set the MAIN ZONE (room where the unit is located) volume setting. Source Delete Remove from the display input sources that are not used. GUI (Continued) Setting details Volume Display : Set how volume is displayed. • Relative : Display ---dB (Min), in the range –80.5 dB to 18 dB. • Absolute : Display in the range 0 (Min) to 99.
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP • Up to 16 characters can be input. • For character input, see page 78. Setting items Remote ID Set when you operate another DENON AV amplifier with the remote control unit of this unit. Match the remote control unit you are using with the remote ID of this unit. Dimmer Adjust the display brightness of this unit. Setup Lock Protect settings from inadvertent change. • Up to 10 characters can be input. • For character input, see page 78.
ENGLISH MANUAL SETUP Setting details Notes concerning use of “Firmware Update” and “Add New Feature” Check for Update : Check for firmware updates. You can also check approximately how long it will take to complete an update. Start : Execute the update process. When updating starts, the power indicator becomes red and the menu screen is shut down. The amount of update time which has elapsed is displayed. When updating is complete, the power indicator becomes green and normal status is resumed.
ENGLISH Items Show information about receiver settings, input signals, etc. Items Status Show information about current settings. Setting details n MAIN ZONE n ZONE2/3 This item shows information about settings for ZONE2 or ZONE3. ZONE2 / ZONE3 / Power / Select Source / Volume Level Audio Input Signal Show information about audio input signals.
ENGLISH Operating the connected devices by remote control unit Operating the main remote control unit Registering the supplied preset codes in the remote control unit enables you to operate devices made by other manufacturers. Operating AV equipment ZONE SELECT WR VHOHFW D 1 3UHVV ]RQH IRU RSHUDWLRQ The zone mode indicator corresponding to the operating zone lights. 2 3UHVV WKH LQSXW VRXUFH VHOHFW EXWWRQ vSDJH • The input source for the zone selected in step 1 is switched.
ENGLISH Operating the main remote control unit The devices shown below are registered for each input source button as default. Settings can be changed according to the devices to be used.
ENGLISH Operating the main remote control unit :KHQ ³± ± ± ± ±´ DSSHDUV RQ WKH UHPRWH FRQWURO XQLW (LWKHU RI WKH VFUHHQV EHORZ LV GLVSOD\HG 8 7KH SURFHGXUHV IRU UHJLVWHULQJ UHPRWH FRQWURO FRGHV DQG UHPRWH FRQWURO SUHVHW UHJLVWUDWLRQ DUH GLVSOD\HG 12 SUHVV WKH QXPEHU EXWWRQV 0 – 9 WR HQWHU D GLJLW FRGH 15 OPTION Press the buttons with an interval less than 30 seconds. 5(027( 35(6(7 &2'(6 &DWHJRU\ %UDQG &RGH > @ '9' 'HQRQ OPTION NOTE OPTION 5(027( 35(6(7 &2'(6 &DWHJRU\ 79
ENGLISH Operating the main remote control unit The supplied remote control unit can control a component other than this unit. 1 3UHVV WKH LQSXW VRXUFH VHOHFW EXWWRQ WR ZKLFK WKH SUHVHW 2 2SHUDWH WKH FRPSRQHQW • For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.
ENGLISH Operating the main remote control unit Operating learning function If the AV device is not a DENON device, or if the device does not operate even when the preset code is registered, use the learning function. Remote codes for different devices can be remembered for use by the DENON remote control included with this device.
ENGLISH Operating the main remote control unit Operating macro function POWER ON DQG 1 3UHVV DQG KROG ZONE/DEVICE ON IRU DW OHDVW • When the macro function is used, operations that usually require a complicated series of multiple button operations can be performed easily just by pressing the MACRO button. • This device can remember up to 3 macro functions. • Each macro can record a maximum of 18 steps. VHFRQGV “SETUP” flashes twice on the remote control unit.
ENGLISH Operating the main remote control unit n Using the macro function Specifying the zone used with the main remote control unit 1 3UHVV MACRO 3UHVV WKH QUICK SELECT EXWWRQ 2 \RX XVHG WR VWRUH WKH PDFUR When the ZONE SELECT button is pressed, only the set zone can be operated with the remote control unit. • The factory setting is “M234”.
ENGLISH Operating the main remote control unit Restoring all settings of the remote control unit to default Use the following procedure to set the length of time for which to display data such as zone and mode on the display panel of the remote control unit. Use the following procedure to restore all default settings of the remote control unit at the time of purchase. VHFRQGV “SETUP” flashes twice on the remote control unit. “SETUP” flashes twice on the remote control unit.
ENGLISH Operating the sub remote control unit Operating AV equipment Use this procedure to select the zone to be operated by the sub remote control unit. 1 3UHVV ZONE SELECT WR VHOHFW D ]RQH IRU RSHUDWLRQ The zone mode indicator corresponding to the operating zone lights. • The mode switches each time ZONE SELECT is pressed. M Select for the operations in MAIN ZONE. Z2 Select for the operations in ZONE2. Z3 Select for the operations in ZONE3. Z4 Not used.
ENGLISH Operating the sub remote control unit SEARCH ALL MUSICz1 (Media server only) FAVORITESz1 Input source selection Preset channel selection Preset channel block selection Adjustment of volumez2 Mutingz2 Selected zone menu Favorites / Preset memory registration Cursor operation Enter Page forward screen / Character search Return Track search Stop Playback / Pause 1-track/All-track repeat play 1-track random play z3 z4 z5 uio p TUNING df USB ALL MUSICz1 (Media server only) FAVORITESz1 Function M Z2
ENGLISH Operating the sub remote control unit Switching the multi-zone input source to the same input source as used in the MAIN ZONE Setting the zone for which the sub remote control unit is used (Zone select lock mode) This function is convenient for example when you want to listen to the same song as the one playing in the MAIN ZONE while in a different zone. We recommend always using the sub remote control unit for the same room.
ENGLISH Simple version Information Information Here, we list various information related to this unit. Please refer to this information as needed.
ENGLISH Part names and functions Front panel GWith the door openH For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Q0 Q1 Q2 Q3 o i u t y Q4 E3 E2 Q5 Q6 E1 Q7 E0 Q8 W9 W8 Q9 W0 Q5 Headphones jack q w e q Power operation button (ON/STANDBY) ······································ (7, 13) Turns power to this unit on and off (standby).
ENGLISH W2 W0 Q9 Q8 Q7 Q6 w q Input signal indicators w Input signal channel indicators e Information display The input source name, surround mode, setting values and other information are displayed here. r Output signal channel indicators Lights when audio signals are being output from the speakers. t Front speaker indicator This lights according to the setting of the front A and B speakers. y Monitor output indicator These light according to the HDMI monitor output setting.
ENGLISH Rear panel See the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
ENGLISH For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
ENGLISH Remote control unit Sub remote control unit (RC-1148) Q1 q Q2 Q3 Q4 w Inserting the batteries q Zone indicators ········································· (116) w QUICK SELECT buttons ······················· (67, 74) e Input source select buttons······· (28, 116, 117) r SHIFT button····················· (34, 36, 39, 78, 117) t Channel buttons (CH)····· (34, 36, 39, 109, 117) y MENU button···························· (80, 116 – 118) u Cursor buttons (uio p) ····························· (77 – 80,
ENGLISH Trademark information This product uses the following technologies: Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.
ENGLISH Surround This unit is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie theater. Surround modes and parameters This table shows the speakers that can be used in each surround mode and the surround parameters adjustable in each surround mode. Symbols in the table S This indicates the audio output channels or surround parameters that can be set. D This indicates the audio output channels.
ENGLISH Surround Surround mode (vpage 50) Effect (vpage 88) Effect Level (vpage 88) Room Size (vpage 88) AFDMz11 (vpage 87) Surround Back (vpage 87) PLgz Heightz18 Height Gainz19 (vpage 88) (vpage 88) Speaker (vpage 88) Subwoofer (vpage 88) NEO:6 Music mode only PRO LOGIC g/gx Music mode only Panorama (vpage 87) Dimension (vpage 87) Center Width (vpage 87) Center Image (vpage 87) Sz9 DIRECT/PURE DIRECT (2-channel)z1 Simple version Surround Parameters (vpage 86) DIRECT/PURE DIRECT (Multi-c
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ENGLISH Surround Simple version n Types of input signals, and corresponding surround modes This table shows the input signal that can be played in each surround mode. Check the audio signal of the input source then select the surround mode. Symbols in the table F This indicates the default surround mode. D This indicates the surround mode that is fixed when “AFDM” (vpage 87) is set to “ON”. S This indicates the selectable surround mode.
ENGLISH Surround Input signal types and formats Surround mode (vpage 50) DOLBY SURROUND DOLBY PRO LOGIC g CINEMA DOLBY PRO LOGIC g MUSIC DOLBY PRO LOGIC g GAME DOLBY PRO LOGIC DOLBY PRO LOGIC g CINEMA A-DSX DOLBY PRO LOGIC g MUSIC A-DSX DOLBY PRO LOGIC g GAME A-DSX DOLBY PRO LOGIC A-DSX Audyssey DSX MULTI CH IN MULTI CH IN MULTI CH IN + PLgx CINEMA MULTI CH IN + PLgx MUSIC MULTI CH IN + PLgz MULTI CH IN + Dolby EX MULTI CH IN 7.
ENGLISH Simple version Relationship between video signals and monitor output MAIN ZONE MONITOR OUT Video Convert A A A ON ON ON ON ON z1 ON ON ON ON z1 ON ON ON ON z1 ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A S S S S S S S S A A A A A A A S S S S S S S S A A A S (1080p) S (1080i – 480p) S (480i/576i) S (1080p) S (1080p) S (1080i – 480p) S (480i/576i) S (1080p) S (1080p) S (1080i – 480p) S (480i/576i) S (1080p) S (1080p) S (10
ENGLISH Explanation of terms A Adobe RGB color, Adobe YCC601 color Like x.v.Color, each of these color spaces defines a palette of available colors that is larger than the traditional RGB color model. AL24 Processing Plus AL24 Processing for All Channels DENON has further developed its proprietary AL24 Processing, an analog waveform reproduction technology, to support the 192 kHz sampling frequency.
ENGLISH Explanation of terms Dynamic range The difference between the maximum undistorted sound level and the minimum discernible level above the noise emitted by the device. H HDCD HDCD® is an encoding/decoding technology that greatly reduces the distortion that occurs upon digital recording while maintaining compatibility with the conventional CD format, thus expanding the dynamic range and achieving a high resolution.
ENGLISH Explanation of terms MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group), MPEG-2, MPEG-4 These are the names for digital compression format standards used for the encoding of video and audio. Video standards include “MPEG-1 Video”, “MPEG2 Video”, “MPEG-4 Visual”, “MPEG-4 AVC”. Audio standards include “MPEG-1 Audio”, “MPEG-2 Audio”, “MPEG-4 AAC”. P Progressive (sequential scanning) This is a scanning system of video signal that displays 1 frame of video as one image.
ENGLISH GAudioH Symptom Audio is not output. If a problem should arise, first check the following: 1. Are the connections correct? 2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual? 3. Are the other components operating properly? If this unit does not operate properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist, there may be a malfunction. In this case, disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase. Cause/Solution Page Power does not turn on.
ENGLISH Symptom Audyssey DSX™ cannot be selected. Or “Not Available” is displayed when AUDYSSEY DSX button is pressed. MultEQ® XT 32, Dynamic EQ® and Dynamic Volume® cannot be selected. Or “Not Available” is displayed when MULTEQ button or DYN EQ/VOL button is pressed. Cause/Solution Page • Check that “Speaker Config.” – “Front Height” or “Front Wide” is set to other than “None”. • Check that “Speaker Config.” – “Center” is set to other than “None”. • Switch the surround mode to STANDARD.
ENGLISH GHD Radio receiverH Symptom Cause/Solution Reception fails, or • Change the antenna orientation or position. there is a lot of noise • Separate the AM loop antenna from the unit. or distortion. • Use an FM outdoor antenna. • Separate the antenna from other connection cables. Page 23, 24 23, 24 23, 24 23, 24 Page 37, 38 Server is not found, or it is not possible to connect to the server. • The computer’s or router’s firewall is activated. Check the computer’s or router’s firewall settings.
ENGLISH Cause/Solution Page Cannot login to Napster. (“Incorrect Username or Password” is displayed.) Symptom • Login information is incorrect. Check if the Username for Napster has been properly entered. Re-enter the Password. (Password is not displayed.) http://www.napster.com/choose/index_default.html 42, 103 Cannot login to Pandora. (“Email address” or “Password” is displayed.) • Login information is incorrect. Check if the “Email address” for Pandora has been properly entered.
ENGLISH n Audio section • Power amplifier Rated output: Digital input: 200 mV/47 kΩ 10 Hz – 100 kHz — +1, –3 dB (DIRECT mode) 102 dB (IHF–A weighted, DIRECT mode) 0.005 % (20 Hz ~ 20 kHz) (DIRECT mode) 1.2 V Rated output — 2 V (at 0 dB playback) Total harmonic distortion — 0.
ENGLISH Index v Numerics 2.1-channel ························································· 58 2ch Direct/Stereo ··············································· 99 3D ······································································· 16 5.1-channel ························································· 55 6.1-channel ··················································· 55, 57 7.1-channel ··························································· 5 7.
ENGLISH vL vM vO vQ Quick select ················································· 67, 74 Quick Select Name ·········································· 105 vU USB Select ························································· 85 vV Vertical Stretch ··················································· 98 Video ·································································· 83 Video cable ······································· 18, 19, 20, 21 Video conversion ··········································
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