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n CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION WARNINGS z z z Wall zz For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined space, such as a bookcase or similar enclosure. • More than 12 in. (0.3 m) is recommended. Information DVD z Advanced instructions • 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.
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Features (ACM1HB) Q0 Cable Label............................................................................... 1 t u i o With discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides identical quality for all 5 channels (120 Watts x 5 channels) For optimum realism and stunning dynamic range, the power amplifier section features discrete power devices (not integrated circuitry). By using high current, high power discrete power devices, the amplifier is able to easily drive high quality speakers.
Basic instructions Cautions on handling • Before turning the power on Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are no problems with the connection cables. • Power is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is set to the standby mode. When going on vacation or leaving home for long periods of time, be sure to unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
Basic instructions Here we explain the connections and basic operation methods for this unit. F Setup vpage 20 F Playback (Basic operation) vpage 27 F Network content vpage 44 For speaker connections, see page 75.
Important information Make connections before using this unit. To create a home theater that can play back higher quality video and audio by fully utilizing the capabilities of this unit and your video devices, connect this unit to each of your video devices with HDMI cables. NOTE nn HDMI devices vpage 9 vpage 10 vpage 10 vpage 10 vpage 10 vpage 10 If your video device does not support HDMI connections, use the following connection.
Important information This unit is equipped with two types of video input connectors (HDMI and composite video) and two type of video output connector (HDMI and composite video). NOTE GFlow of video signalsH This unit Video device HDMI-compatible TV Output (MONITOR OUT) HDMI signal HDMI signal HDMI connector HDMI connector Input HDMI connector HDMI connector • The menu screen is only displayed on TV connected to this unit via HDMI.
If the device connected to this unit is equipped with an HDMI connector, it is recommended to use HDMI connections. Connections with an HDMI cable offer the following benefits that can not be achieved with other connection methods.
Connecting HDMI devices nnAbout ARC (Audio Return Channel) function This function plays TV audio on this unit by sending the TV audio signal to this unit via the HDMI cable. If a TV without the ARC function is connected via HDMI connections, video signals of the playback device connected to this unit are transmitted to the TV, but this unit can not play back the audio from the TV. If you want to enjoy surround audio for TV program, a separate audio cable connection is required.
Connecting HDMI devices NOTE • The audio signal from the HDMI output connector (sampling frequency, number of channels, etc.) may be limited by the HDMI audio specifications of the connected device regarding permissible inputs. • When connecting a TV that does not support the ARC function, an audio cable connection is required in addition to the HDMI cable. In this case, refer to “Connecting a TV” (vpage 13) for the connection method.
Connecting HDMI devices Basic instructions Connecting this unit to video devices via HDMI connections Video camcorder Cables used for connections HDMI OUT Audio and video cable (sold separately) HDMI cable DVD player Blu-ray Disc player Game console HDMI OUT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT HDMI OUT GFront panelH GRear panelH DVD 10 Information • When connecting a device that supports Deep Color, please use a “High Speed HDMI cable” or “High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet”.
Connecting HDMI devices nnAbout Content Type This function was added with the HDMI standard. It automatically makes settings suitable for the videooutput type (content information). This unit supports the following HDMI functions: nnAbout 3D function nnDeep Color (vpage 122) This unit supports input and output of 3D (3 dimensional) video signals of HDMI. To play back 3D video, you need a TV and player that provide support for the HDMI 3D function and a pair of 3D glasses.
Connection methods for various devices Cables used for connections Changing the source assigned to connectors Video cable (sold separately) This unit can change the source that is assigned to the HDMI IN, DIGITAL AUDIO IN, VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN connectors.
Connecting other devices nnAudio connection The following methods are available for connecting to this unit. • This section describes how to connect when your TV does not support ARC (Audio Return Channel). For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting this unit to a TV via HDMI connections” (vpage 9). • To listen to TV audio through this unit, use the optical digital connection.
Connecting other devices nnAudio connection The following methods are available for connecting to this unit. Use either of the methods to make a connection. The numbers prefixed with connectors indicate the recommendation order. The smaller the number is, the higher playback quality is achieved. This section describes how to connect when your satellite tuner or cable TV does not support HDMI connections. For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting HDMI devices” (vpage 7).
Connecting other devices nnAudio connection The following methods are available for connecting to this unit. This section describes how to connect when your media player does not support HDMI connections. For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting HDMI devices” (vpage 7). a AUDIO IN (DVD) connector This makes an analog audio connection. Media player AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO OUT L R VIDEO OUT nnVideo connection The following methods are available for connecting to this unit.
Connecting other devices Supported iPod models • You can enjoy music stored on an iPod or USB memory device. • For operating instructions see “Playing an iPod” (vpage 29) or “Playing a USB memory device” (vpage 32). • iPod classic Cables used for connections Basic instructions Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port To connect an iPod to this unit, use the USB adapter cable that was supplied with the iPod.
Connecting other devices Direction of broadcasting station • Connect the FM antenna supplied with the unit to enjoy listening to radio broadcasts. • After connecting the antenna and receiving a broadcast signal (vpage 35 “Listening to FM/AM broadcasts”), fix the antenna with tape in a position where the noise level becomes minimal.
• Playback of network audio such as Internet Radio and from your media server(s) • Playback of music content from online streaming services • Using the Apple AirPlay function • Operation on this unit via the network nnBroadband internet connection nnModem In addition, if updated firmware becomes available for this unit, the updated information is delivered from us to this unit over the internet via your home network. You can then download and install the latest firmware.
Basic instructions Connecting the power cord After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet. Advanced instructions To household power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Power cord NOTE DVD Information • Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed. However, when the “Setup Assistant” is running, follow the instructions in the “Setup Assistant” (C page 7) screen for making connections.
Here, we explain “Audyssey® Setup”, which allows you to automatically make the optimal settings for your speakers, and “Network”, which allows you to connect this unit 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.
Set up speakers (Audyssey® Setup) Prepare the included Setup and measurement microphone Mount the Setup and measurement microphone on a tripod or stand and place it in the main listening position. Setup and measurement microphone Sound receptor Set up the subwoofer If using a subwoofer capable of the following adjustments, set up the subwoofer as shown below. For details, see your subwoofer’s manual.
Set up speakers (Audyssey® Setup) 4 Detection & Measurement (Main) 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. Select “Start” and then press ENTER. When measuring begins, a test tone is output from each speaker. Audyssey Setup C onn e c t the calibr at ion micr ophone t o t he S E T U P M IC input on t he fr ont t he A V re c e i v er .
Set up speakers (Audyssey® Setup) the 9 Move measurement Setup and microphone to position 2, select “Continue”, and then press ENTER. The measurement of the second position starts. Measurements can be made in up to six positions. 10 Repeat step 9, measuring positions 3 to 6. When measurement of position 6 is completed, “Measurements Complete.” message is displayed. Audyssey Setup a 11 Select “Calculation” and then press ENTER.
Set up speakers (Audyssey® Setup) Store ui to select the item you 12 Use want to check, and then press ENTER. Finish 13 Select “Store” and then press ENTER. Save the measurement results. Audyssey Setup Audyssey Setup Speaker Config. Distances Levels Crossovers Audyssey Setup Ch e c k p ro ce s s ing r e s ult . T o p roc e ed, s e le ct “St or e ”. Y ou c an s e t D y nam ic V olu me fu n c t ion, wh ic h au t om at ic ally adju s t s volu m e le ve l f or all c on t e n t .
Set up speakers (Audyssey® Setup) NOTE • An error message is displayed if Audyssey® Setup could not be completed due to speaker placement, the measurement environment, etc. If an error message is displayed, check the relevant items and perform the necessary measures. Then perform Audyssey® Setup again. • If the result still differs from the actual connection status after re-measurement or the error message still appears, it is possible that the speakers are not connected properly.
Set up speakers (Audyssey® Setup) This function enables you to check the measurement results and equalizer characteristics after Audyssey® Setup. This unit can be connected to a home network (LAN) to listen to Internet Radio or play back music files and still image (JPEG) files stored on a computer. Audyssey Setup 1 Connect the Ethernet cable (vpage 18 “Connecting to a home network (LAN)”). 2 Turn on this unit (vpage 27). This unit performs automatic network setup due to the DHCP function.
Basic instructions Playback (Basic operation) Important information Setup (vpage 20) nn Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player (vpage 28) nn Playing an iPod (vpage 29) nn Playing a USB memory device (vpage 32) nn Listening to FM/AM broadcasts (vpage 35) Selecting a listening mode (Sound Mode) (vpage 69) Turning the power on Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. The power indicator flashes green and the power turns on. The desired input source can be selected directly.
Important information Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume. • The volume display method varies depending on the “Scale” setting (vpage 89). GAdjustable rangeH 0.0 0.5 – 98.0 nn When the “Scale” setting (vpage 89) is “–79.5dB – 18.0dB” GAdjustable rangeH – – –.– –79.5dB – 18.0dB • The variable range differs according to the input signal and channel level setting. You can also adjust the master volume by turning MASTER VOLUME on the main unit. 1 Prepare for playback.
Listening to music on an iPod The iPod display modes include “From iPod” and “On-Screen”. By default, “From iPod”, where you directly operate the iPod itself while looking at the iPod screen, is set. To change to “On-Screen”, where you perform operations while having the iPod information displayed on the TV screen, see “Setting operation mode (iPod Browse Mode)” (vpage 30). to the USB port (vpage 16). POWER X to turn on 2 Press power to the unit. Press iPod/USB to switch the 3 input source to “iPod/USB”.
Playing an iPod In this mode, various lists and screens during playback on the iPod are displayed on the TV screen. This section describes the steps up to playing back tracks on the iPod in “On-Screen”. The option menu screen is displayed. The “iPod Browse Mode” screen is displayed. Option iPod Browse Mode Video Select Display mode From iPod On-Screen P P Playable Music file files Video file Active buttons z Remote control unit (This unit) P iPod P zzOnly the sound is played.
Playing an iPod nnPerforming random playback (Random) 1 1 Press OPTION with “iPod Browse Mode” set to “On-Screen”. The option menu screen is displayed. 2 Use ui to select “Repeat”, then press ENTER. The option menu screen is displayed. 2 Use ui to select “Random”, then press ENTER.
Important information • Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage class and MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) standards can be played on this unit. • This unit is compatible with USB memory devices in “FAT16” or “FAT32” format. • This unit is compatible with MP3 files conforming to “MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3” standards. • File types that this unit can play back and specifications are shown below.
Playing a USB memory device the USB memory device 1 Connect to the USB port (vpage 16). iPod/USB to switch the 2 Press input source to “iPod/USB”. [1/9] D&M1 D&M2 D&M3 Music1 Music2 Make this setting at “Restorer” (vpage 88) in the menu. You can use the Restorer function to improve the fidelity of compressed audio sources such as MP3 files. The Restorer has selectable levels of restoration. The default setting is “Low”. nnGoing back to the previous screen Press o or BACK.
Playing a USB memory device Basic instructions nnUSB memory device operation buttons Function PAGE df Page search INFO Display of information such as the source name, volume, and sound mode name etc.
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts How to tune in Press TUNER to switch the input 1 source to “TUNER”. GTV ScreenH GTV ScreenH FM/AM FM FM 92.10MHz AUTO CH 1 TUNER TUNE+/- Tune CH+/- Preset OPTION GDisplay of this unitH Option GDisplay of this unitH 01 FM FM/AM 92.10MHz The option menu screen is displayed. The Band screen is displayed. GTV ScreenH FM When listening to an FM broadcast. AM When listening to an AM broadcast.
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Make this setting at “Now Playing” (vpage 93) in the menu. The default setting is “Always On”. When “Auto Off” is set, the on-screen display is turned off 30 seconds after an operation. Press uio p while the display is off to return to the original screen.
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts You can enter the receiving frequency directly to tune in. 1 Press TUNER to switch the input source to “TUNER”. 2 Press OPTION. ui to select “Direct Tune”, 3 Use then press ENTER. 4 Use ui to select a number and press p. The screen that lets you enter the frequency is displayed. GTV ScreenH Direct Tune Basic instructions nnTuning in by entering the radio frequency (Direct Tune) FM ---.--MHz The option menu screen is displayed.
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset. The option menu screen is displayed. The list of already preset channels is displayed. • To preset other stations, repeat steps 1 to 4. 17 – 24 Preset Memory 25 – 32 CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 FM FM FM FM FM FM FM FM 92.10MHz 92.30MHz 92.50MHz 92.70MHz 93.10MHz 93.50MHz 93.70MHz 94.
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts You can change the mode for tuning into FM broadcasts. If you cannot tune in automatically with “Auto” mode, then change the mode to “Manual” and tune in manually. 4 Use o p to select tuning mode, then press ENTER. GTV ScreenH Press TUNER to switch the input 1 source to “TUNER”. 2 Press OPTION. Use ui to select “Tune Mode”, 3 then press ENTER. Tune Mode Auto GTV ScreenH GDisplay of this unitH Option FM 92.
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Up to 56 stations can be preset. If “Auto Preset” is performed after performing “Preset Memory”, the “Preset Memory” settings will be overwritten. The option menu screen is displayed. GTV ScreenH FM 92.
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts You can set the name to the preset broadcast station or change it. Up to eight characters can be input. The option menu screen is displayed. The Preset Name screen is displayed. GTV ScreenH Option FM 92.10MHz TUNE+/- Tune CH+/- Preset OPTION Option GDisplay of this unitH • Each time o p is pressed, the setting is changed as shown below. 1–8 9 – 16 49 – 56 17 – 24 41 – 48 25 – 32 33 – 40 GTV ScreenH Preset Name Preset Group CH 1 FM 92.10MHz CH 2 FM 92.
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts You can set in advance, the stations you do not want to be displayed when tuning in, by groups or by stations. The preset skip setting is useful when tuning in, because only your favorite stations are displayed. The option menu screen is displayed. The Preset Skip screen is displayed. GTV ScreenH stations you want to skip. • Each time o p is pressed, the setting is changed as shown below.
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 1 While the Preset Skip screen is displayed, use o p to select a group containing a broadcast station to cancel the skip for.
Listening to Internet Radio Internet Radio refers to radio broadcasts distributed over the Internet. Internet Radio stations from around the world can be received. Listening to Internet Radio Important information 1 Prepare for playback. GPlayable broadcast station typesH Supported file types Internet Radio WMA (Windows Media Audio) P MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3) P q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s power (vpage 18 “Connecting to a home network (LAN)”).
Listening to Internet Radio Make this setting at “Restorer” (vpage 88) in the menu. You can use the Restorer function to improve the fidelity of compressed audio sources such as content from Internet Radio stations. The Restorer has selectable levels of restoration. The default setting is “Low”. Operations available through the OPTION button Press the OPTION button to display a menu of functions that can be used on the TV screen. Select the function you want to use from this menu.
Listening to Internet Radio There are many Internet Radio stations in the world, and this unit can tune into these stations. But finding the radio station you want to hear may be difficult, because there are too many stations. If this is the case, then please use vTuner, an Internet Radio station search website specifically designed for this unit. You can use your PC to search Internet Radio stations and add them as your favorites. This unit can play radio stations added to vTuner.
Basic instructions Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS This unit can play back music files and playlists (m3u, wpl) stored on a PC and on Network Attached Storage (NAS) that supports DLNA. Important information Sampling frequency Bit rate Extension WMA (Windows Media Audio) 32/44.1/48 kHz 48 – 192 kbps .wma GSupported file typesH MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3) 32/44.1/48 kHz 32 – 320 kbps .mp3 32/44.1/48/88.2/96/ 176.4/192 kHz – .wav 32/44.1/48 kHz 16 – 320 kbps .aac/ .m4a/ .mp4 32/44.
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS Here, we apply the settings to share music files stored on a PC and NAS on the network. nnSharing media stored in PC If you are using a Media Server, be sure to apply this setting first. When using Windows Media Player 12 (Windows 7 / Windows 8) NOTE Perform this procedure after changing the control panel display to “Category”. options”.
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS Use this procedure to play music files, image files or playlists. 1 Prepare for playback. 2 Press NETWORK. Make this setting at “Restorer” (vpage 88) in the menu. You can use the Restorer function to improve the fidelity of compressed audio sources such as MP3 files. The Restorer has selectable levels of restoration. The default setting is “Low”. nnSwitching the screen display Press STATUS on the main unit.
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS nnMedia Server operation buttons Function PAGE df Page search INFO Display of information such as the source name, volume, and sound mode name OPTION Text Search / Repeat playback / Random playback / Slideshow Time / Save to Favorite / Slideshow / Video Select uio p Cursor operation / Next/Previous (ui) / Fast-forward/Fast-reverse (Press and hold, ui)z ENTER (Press and release) Enter ENTER (Press and hold) Stop nn Searching content with keywords (Text
nnAbout Flickr (vpage 52) nnAbout SiriusXM (vpage 58) Flickr is an online photograph sharing service that started in 2004. You can use the this unit to view photographs that have been made public by Flickr users. You do not need an account to use Flickr. To view photographs that you recorded yourself, you need an account in order to upload these photographs to the Flickr server. For details, see the Flickr homepage. http://www.flickr.
Using online services You can view photographs shared by particular users, or all of the photographs shared on Flickr. nnViewing photographs shared by particular users 1 Prepare for playback. 2 Press NETWORK. uio p to select “Flickr”, 3 Use then press ENTER. Favorites Operations available through the OPTION button 6 After inputting the “Contact”, press Press the OPTION button to display a menu of functions that can be used on the TV screen. Select the function you want to use from this menu.
Using online services to select “All Content”, then press ENTER 1 orUsepui . Flickr [1/2] Add Flickr Contact All Content 2 Option Use ui to select the folder, and then press ENTER or p.
Using online services 1 Prepare for playback. a Pandora account, use ui to select “I 4 Ifhaveyoua have 5 Input “Email address” and “Password”. Pandora account”, then press ENTER or p. 2 Press NETWORK. uio p to select “Pandora”, 3 Use then press ENTER. Network Favorites Pandora Account Pandora Account Email address I have a Pandora account OK BACK Cancel Enter • If you do not have a Pandora account, press i to select “I am new to Pandora”. The URL of Pandora and activation code are displayed.
Using online services nnCreating a new station You can create up to 100 radio stations. to select “New Station”, then press ENTER 1 orUsepui . nn Displaying your desired video on the monitor during audio playback (Video Select) (vpage 66) My Station Press ui, select a file (e.g. D&M2) from the list, and 4 press ENTER or p. “Radio” is added to the end of a filename, and your new station is created (e.g. D&M2 Radio).
Using online services Use ui and select the radio station (“D&M2 Radio”) that you want to listen to, and press ENTER or p. nnGiving Feedback and Managing Stations You can personalize your stations by providing feedback. Press p while a track is playing. The Pandora menu screen is displayed. Menu I like this track D&M2 Radio nnSign out Disassociate this unit from your Pandora account. the Pandora top menu is 1 While displayed, press BACK.
Using online services Basic instructions nnPandora operation buttons Operation buttons Function PAGE df Page search INFO Display of information such as the source name, volume, and sound mode name Video Select uio p Cursor operation / Skips the current track, subject to skip limit (i) ENTER (Press and release) Enter ENTER (Press and hold) Stop Return Setup menu 9 Skips the current track, subject to skip limit 1 Playback 3 Pause DVD Information BACK SETUP Advanced instructions OPTION
Using online services Over 120 channels of the SiriusXM programming you love, including commercial-free music plus sports, talk, news and entertainment. Listen anywhere on your computer or smartphone. 1 Prepare for playback. Network Favorites Sign in Start Trial Enter 5 Input the “Username” and “Password”. • For character input, see page 84. 6 Select the “Sign in”, and then press ENTER.
Using online services Disassociate this unit from your SiriusXM account. the SiriusXM top menu is displayed, press 1 While BACK. the popup menu appears, use o p to select 2 When “Yes”, then press ENTER.
Using online services Introduce your Denon to a whole new world of music. With Spotify, you can enjoy instant access to millions of songs. A Spotify Premium subscription is required. For details, see the Spotify homepage. http://www.spotify.com 4 If you have a Spotify account, then press ENTER. Spotify Introduce your Denon to a whole new world of music. With Spotify, you can enjoy instant access to millions of songs. A Spotify Premium subscription is required. Just subscribe at spotify.
Using online services The Spotify menu screen is displayed. [1/3] Track-Artist Star this track Operations available through the OPTION button Press the OPTION button to display a menu of functions that can be used on the TV screen. Select the function you want to use from this menu. You can easily find and use the desired function. nn Performing repeat playback (Repeat) (vpage 62) Browse “Artist name” Browse “Album name” Star this track Adds a star to the selected track.
nn Searching content with keywords (Text Search) (vpage 62) Searching content with keywords (Text Search) USB Internet Radio Performing repeat playback (Repeat) USB Media Server The option menu screen is displayed. nn Performing repeat playback (Repeat) (vpage 62) 1 While content is playing, press OPTION. 2 Use ui to select “Repeat”, then press ENTER. The option menu screen is displayed. The keyboard input screen is displayed.
Convenient functions USB Media Server Spotify 1 While content is playing, press OPTION. 2 Use ui to select “Random”, then press ENTER. The random playback randomly selects a track to play back from all tracks every time a track ends. Therefore, it's possible that you may hear a track played back more than once during random playback. The option menu screen is displayed.
Convenient functions Playing back content added in “Save to Favorite” There are two ways to add content to favorites: q Add to favorites from the Option menu w Add to the FAVORITE STATION button 1 Use uio p to select 2 “Favorites”, then press ENTER. nnAdd to favorites from the Option menu (Save to Favorite) Press NETWORK. Network You can add up to 100 items as favorites for all sources (Internet Radio and Media Server). 1 While content is playing, press OPTION.
Convenient functions 1 Press NETWORK. Use uio p to select 2 “Favorites”, then press ENTER. Favorites Internet Radio Media Server 1 Play back a still picture. • Playing back still pictures stored on USB memory devices (vpage 33). • Playing back still pictures stored on Flickr (vpage 52). 2 3 Press OPTION. 4 Use ui to select “Slideshow”, then press ENTER. Play back a music file or Internet Radio station (vpage 44, 49).
Convenient functions This unit can display video from a different source on TV during audio playback. You can set this for each input source. USB TUNER NETWORK Playback starts. NOTE Input sources for which “Hide” is selected at “Hide Sources” (vpage 97) cannot be selected. The option menu screen is displayed. Internet Radio Option Save to Favorite Now Playing Slideshow Video Select Advanced instructions 1 Press OPTION during audio playback. 2 Use ui to select “Video Select”, then press ENTER.
zzAvailable as a free download from the App Store. nnStreaming music stored in iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad directly to the unit 1 Make the Wi-Fi settings for iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad. • For details, see your device’s manual. iTunes 10, or later, on a Mac or Windows PC 1 Install that is connected to the same network as this unit. Click the AirPlay icon and select “Multiple”. Turn this unit ON. 1 2 2 Check the speakers you want to use. Set “IP Control” (vpage 103) to “Always On” for this unit.
AirPlay function With this unit’s remote control unit, you can perform iTunes song play, pause, and auto search (cue) operations. Devices Preferences General Playback Sharing Store Parental Devices is displayed on the menu screen while AirPlay is being operated. • Source input will be switched to “NETWORK” when AirPlay playback is started. • You can stop AirPlay playback by pressing the o or choosing other input source. • To see song and artist names together, press STATUS on the main unit.
This unit allows you to enjoy various kinds of surround and stereo playback modes. Multi-channel audio formats are provided on popular movie and music disc formats such as Blu-ray and DVD, as well as being supported by digital broadcasting, and even by streaming movies and music from internet-based subscription services. This unit automatically generates a list of all the playable sound modes based on the input audio format and the current speaker setup configuration and displays the list on the screen.
Selecting a listening mode • The following listening modes can be selected using the MOVIE, MUSIC, GAME, and PURE buttons. • Adjust the sound field effect with the menu “Surr.Parameter” (vpage 86) to enjoy surround sound the way you like it.
Selecting a listening mode Input signal 2-channel z1 Multi-channel z3 STEREO Dolby Digital DOLBY DIGITAL Dolby TrueHD DOLBY TrueHD Dolby Digital DOLBY DIGITAL Plus Plus DTS SURROUND DTS DTS 96/24 DTS-HD HI RES DTS-HD / DTS-HD MSTR DTS Express DTS Express PCM multiMULTI CH IN channel MULTI CH STEREO VIDEO GAME VIRTUAL All + DVD q w q Shows a decoder to be used. • A DOLBY DIGITAL Plus decoder is displayed as “ ”. w Shows the name of the input source being played back.
Selecting a listening mode Dolby listening mode Original listening mode Listening mode type DOLBY PLg Listening mode type MULTI CH STEREO ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB MONO MOVIE VIDEO GAME DTS listening mode Listening mode type DTS NEO:6 This mode can be selected when a DTS NEO:6 decoder is used to play back 2-channel source in 5.1-channel surround sound. There is a “Cinema” mode optimized for movie playback, and a “Music” mode optimized for music playback.
Advanced instructions Here we explain functions and operations in more detail so that you can maximize your enjoyment with this unit.
Procedure for speaker settings Speaker installation Speaker installation • Determine the speaker system depending on the number of speakers you are using and install each speaker and subwoofer in the room. Here, we explain how to install the speakers using a typical example. • The speaker impedance should be from 6 to 16 Ω/ohms. When 5.1-channel speakers are installed FL Use the illustration below as a guide for how high each speaker should be installed. The height does not need to be exactly the same.
Connecting the speaker cables Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – (black) polarities on the speakers being connected to this unit, and be sure to connect the channels and polarities correctly. nn Connecting 5.1-channel speakers (vpage 76) nn Connecting 2.
Speaker connection The channel display section for speaker terminals on the rear panel is color-coded for each channel to be identifiable. Speaker terminals FRONT L Basic instructions Connecting 5.1-channel speakers nnAbout the speaker cable label (supplied) for channel identification Color White FRONT R Red CENTER Green Light blue SURROUND R Blue Advanced instructions SURROUND L Attach the speaker cable label for each channel to its speaker cable as shown in the diagram.
Speaker connection Basic instructions Connecting 2.1-channel speakers Advanced instructions Information FL FR SW C NOTE • For speaker cable connections, see page 75. • For speaker impedance, see page 75.
HDMI control function Setup (vpage 20) Playback (Basic operation) (vpage 27) nn HDMI control function (vpage 78) nn Sleep timer function (vpage 79) nn Quick select function (vpage 80) nn Various memory functions (vpage 80) nnOperations possible by HDMI control To use this unit to play the audio of a TV that does not support the ARC function, connect the TV to this unit with an optical-digital or analog connection (vpage 8).
HDMI control function Press SLEEP and display the time you want to set. The SLEEP indicator on the display lights. Basic instructions If the HDMI control function does not operate properly, check the following points.
Various memory functions Press QUICK SELECT. 1 Set the items below to the settings you want to save. q w e r Input source (vpage 27) Volume (vpage 28) Sound Mode (vpage 69) Audyssey (Audyssey MultEQ®, Audyssey Dynamic EQ®, Audyssey Dynamic Volume®) (vpage 89) Press and hold the desired QUICK SELECT until 2 “Quickz Memory” appears on the display. The current settings will be memorized. zz The number for the QUICK SELECT button you pressed is displayed.
Basic instructions 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. By default, this unit has recommended settings defined. You can customize this unit based on your existing system and your preferences. Setting items Detailed items Audio Subwoofer Level Surr.Parameter Tone Restorer Audio Delay Audyssey Manual EQ HDMI Setup On Screen Disp.
Basic instructions Examples of menu screen displays Typical examples are described below. GExample 1H Menu selection screen (Top menu) GExample 2H Audyssey® Setup screen (with illustration) t Setup Menu Audio w Inputs Speakers y e Network General Setup Assistant u Start i q List of GUI menu setup icons w Currently selected setup item e List of GUI menu setup items NOTE When the menu is operated on a computer’s resolution (e.g.
Menu display Top menu display Front display Description q Press SETUP to display the menu screen. w TV screen: Displays the selected line. Display: Displays the selected item. • Use ui to move to the item you want to set. Setup Menu w Audio Video Inputs Audio Speakers w Network q TV screen: Displays the selected line. Display: Displays the selected item. • Use ui to move to the item you want to set. w Press ENTER to set to the mode in which the setting can be made.
Keyboard screen nnInput method the screen for inputting 1 Display characters (vpage 81 “Menu Select a character on the TV screen to input characters.
Make audio-related settings. Items that can be set with the “Audio” procedure Menu operation Dialog Level (vpage 86) Subwoofer Level (vpage 86) The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Surr.Parameter (vpage 86) Tone (vpage 88) Restorer (vpage 88) • To return to the previous item, press o or BACK. • Exiting the Menu, press SETUP while the menu is displayed. The menu display disappears. Audio Delay (vpage 88) Volume (vpage 89) Advanced instructions 1 2 Use ui to select the menu to be set or operated.
Audio Surr.Parameter Default settings are underlined. Adjusts and enhances the frequency band corresponding to the human voice at the center channel to make the voice clearer. Setting items Level You can adjust the surround audio sound field effects to match your preferences. The items (parameters) that can be adjusted depend on the signal being input and the currently set sound mode. For details on the adjustable parameters, see “Sound modes and surround parameters” (vpage 118).
Audio Low Frequency Adjust the low-frequency effects level (LFE). Setting items Delay Time Adjust the audio delay time against video to extend the sound field image. You can set this when the sound mode is “MATRIX”. Effect Level Adjust the sound effect level of the current listening mode. Room Size Determine size of acoustic environment. You can set this when the sound mode is one of the original listening modes.
Audio Restorer Default settings are underlined. 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 restores the original bass characteristics for a rich and expanded tonal range.
Audio Audyssey Default settings are underlined. Set Audyssey MultEQ®, Audyssey Dynamic EQ® and Audyssey Dynamic Volume®. These can be selected after Audyssey® Setup has been performed. For additional information on Audyssey technology, please see page 122. Set the MAIN ZONE (room where the unit is located) volume setting. Setting items Scale Set how volume is displayed. Setting details 0 – 98 : Display in the range 0 (Min) to 98. –79.5dB – 18.0dB : Display ---dB (Min), in the range –79.5 dB to 18.0 dB.
Audio Manual EQ On : Use Dynamic EQ. Off : Do not use Dynamic EQ. Use the 9 band graphic equalizer to adjust the tone of each speaker. “Manual EQ” can be set when “MultEQ®” setting (vpage 89) is “Manual EQ”. is displayed when set to “On”. Setting items NOTE Speaker Select. Select whether to adjust tones for individual speakers or for all speakers. Adjust EQ Adjust tonal balance for each frequency band. Adjust the speaker selected in “Speaker Select.”.
Make video-related settings. Items that can be set with the “Video” procedure Menu operation HDMI Setup (vpage 92) 1 2 Use ui to select the menu to be set or operated. 3 Press ENTER or p to enter the setting. Press SETUP. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Basic instructions Video On Screen Disp. (vpage 93) • To return to the previous item, press o or BACK. • Exiting the Menu, press SETUP while the menu is displayed. The menu display disappears.
Video Setting items Default settings are underlined. Setting items Setting details On : Compensated. Off : Not compensated. AVR : Play back through speakers connected to the unit. TV : Play back through TV connected to the unit. NOTE Pass Through Source The AV receiver will “pass through” the sources HDMI signal when in standby. NOTE When “HDMI Pass Through” is set to “On”, it consumes more standby power.
Video TV Format Default settings are underlined. Select the on-screen display user interface preferences. Setting items Volume Sets where to display the master volume level. Set the video signal format to be output for the TV you are using. Setting details Setting items Format Bottom : Display at the bottom. Top : Display at the top. Off : Turn display off. Setting details NTSC : Select NTSC output. PAL : Select PAL output. “Format” can also be set by the following procedure.
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 “Inputs” procedure Menu operation Input Assign (vpage 95) Source Rename (vpage 97) The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Hide Sources (vpage 97) Source Level (vpage 97) Input Select (vpage 97) • To return to the previous item, press o or BACK. • Exiting the Menu, press SETUP while the menu is displayed. The menu display disappears.
Inputs Setting items HDMI 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / Front : Assign an HDMI input connector to the selected input Set this to change the HDMI source. input connectors assigned – : Do not assign an HDMI input connector to the selected input source. to the input sources. • At time of purchase, the settings of the different input sources are as shown below. CBL/SAT DVD This unit has certain input sources such as “CBL/SAT” assigned to audio and video connectors by default.
Inputs Setting details DIGITAL Set this to change the digital audio input connectors assigned to the input sources. Coax (Coaxial) / Opt (Optical) : Assign a digital input connector to the selected input source. – : Do not assign a digital input connector to the selected input source.
Inputs Source Level Change the display name of the selected input source. This is convenient when the input source name of your device and the input source name of this unit are different. You can change the name to suit your needs. When the renaming is completed, the name is displayed on this unit’s display and on the menu screen. • This function corrects the playback level of the selected input source’s audio input.
Set when changing Audyssey® Setup settings. • If you change the speaker settings after performing Audyssey® Setup, it will not be possible to set Audyssey MultEQ®, Audyssey Dynamic EQ® and Audyssey Dynamic Volume® (vpage 89, 90). • Can be used without changing the settings. Please set if necessary. Items that can be set with the “Speakers” procedure Audyssey® Setup (vpage 20) Menu operation Basic instructions Speakers Manual Setup (vpage 99) Advanced instructions 1 Press SETUP.
Speakers Setting items Default settings are underlined. Distances Set distance from listening position to speakers. Measure beforehand the distance from the listening position to each speaker. Perform when setting the speakers manually or when changing settings made in Audyssey® Setup. • If you change the speaker settings after performing Audyssey® Setup, it will not be possible to select Audyssey MultEQ®, Audyssey Dynamic EQ® and Audyssey Dynamic Volume® (vpage 89, 90).
Speakers Setting details Levels Test Tone Start : Output test tone. Set the volume of the test • Front L / Center / Front R / Surround R / Surround L / Subwoofer : A tone to be the same when it test tone is output from the selected speaker. While listening to the test is output from each speaker. tone, adjust the volume output from the selected speaker. • –12.0dB – +12.0dB (0.0dB) : Adjust the volume.
Speakers Bass Set subwoofer and LFE signal range playback. Setting details Subwoofer Mode : Select low range signals to be reproduced by subwoofer. • LFE : The low range signal of the channel set to “Small” speaker size is added to the LFE signal output from the subwoofer. • LFE+Main : The low range signal of all channels is added to the LFE signal output from the subwoofer. This is usually the best setting for most systems. NOTE DVD 101 Information If “Front” and “Center” for “Speaker Config.
To use this unit by connecting it to a home network (LAN), you must configure network settings. If you set up your home network (LAN) via DHCP, set “DHCP” to “On” (use the default setting). This allows this unit to use your home network (LAN). If you assign an IP address for each device, you must use the “IP Address” setting to assign an IP address to this unit and enter the information about your home network (LAN) such as the gateway address and subnet mask.
Network Friendly Name Display network information. The Friendly Name is the name of this unit displayed on the network. You can change the Friendly Name according to your preferences. Setting details Setting items Friendly Name / DHCP On or Off / IP Address / MAC Address Edit Name Edits Friendly Name. MAC Address is required to make a vTuner account. Default settings are underlined. Enables network communication in standby power mode.
Network Setting details Make settings for wired LAN. Only set “Settings” when connecting to a network without a DHCP function. Setting details w q r u DHCP -IP Address -Subnet Mask -Default Gateway -Primary DNS -Secondary DNS Proxy -Name -Port Save Cancel o Q0 Off 192. 168. 000. 001 255. 255. 255. 000 000. 000. 000. 000 000. 000. 000. 000 000. 000. 000.
Network Basic instructions Diagnostics Used to check the network connection. Setting items Setting details OK : Connected. Error : The LAN cable is not connected. Check the connection. OK : Accessed. Error : Failed to communicate with the router. Check the router settings. Advanced instructions Physical Connection Checks the physical LAN port connection. Router Access Checks the connection from this unit to the router. Internet Access Checks whether this unit has access to the Internet (WAN).
Make various other settings. Menu operation Items that can be set with the “General” procedure Language (vpage 107) 1 2 Use ui to select the menu to be set or operated. 3 Press ENTER or p to enter the setting. Press SETUP. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Basic instructions General Quick Sel.Names (vpage 107) Front Display (vpage 107) • To return to the previous item, press o or BACK. • Exiting the Menu, press SETUP while the menu is displayed. The menu display disappears.
General Default settings are underlined. Set the language for display on the menu screen. Setting details English / Français / Español Auto Standby Default settings are underlined. When you do not perform any operation on this unit with no audio or video input for a specified time, this unit automatically enters the standby mode. Before it enters the standby mode, “Auto Standby” is displayed on the display of this unit and the menu screen. Setting details Front Display Default settings are underlined.
General Press INFO to display current source name, volume, sound mode name, and other information at the bottom of the screen. Show information about receiver settings, input signals, etc. Items Audio Show information about audio input signals. Setting details Examples of screen display • Status display screen When the input source is switched.
General Setting items To help us improve our products and customer service, Denon collects anonymous information about how you use your AV receiver (such as frequently used input sources and sound modes and speaker settings). Denon will never provide any information we collect to third parties. Setting details Yes : Provide Denon with information about how you use this unit via the network. No : Do not provide Denon with information about how you use this unit via the network.
General Add New Feature Display new features that can be downloaded to this unit and perform an upgrade. NOTE Upgrade Package : Display the items to be upgraded. Upgrade Status : Display a list of the additional functions provided by the upgrade. Upgrade Start : Execute the upgrade process. When the upgrade starts, the power indicator becomes red and the menu screen is shut down. During the upgrade, the amount of upgrade time which has elapsed is displayed.
Information Here we list other information related to this unit. Please refer to this information as needed.
Basic instructions Part names and functions Front panel For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Q0 i Q1 u Q2 Q3 Advanced instructions o Q4 Information q w q Power operation button (X)···················································· (27) Turns power to this unit on and off (standby).
Q0 o i u y t q Information display The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other information are displayed here. w Input signal indicators e MUTE indicator This lights when the audio mute mode is selected (vpage 28). r Master volume indicator t Circle indicator DVD This lights when the sleep mode is selected (vpage 79). u Tuner reception mode indicators These light according to the reception conditions when the input source is set to “TUNER”.
o i u y t r e w Basic instructions Rear panel See the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
Q0 SLEEP POWER q DVD Blu-ray GAME AUX MEDIA PLAYER CHANNEL Q2 MEDIA MOVIE INTERNET RADIO SOUND MODE MUSIC GAME PAGE Q3 PURE e Q4 OPTION INFO r y ENTER button··································· (83, 85, 91, 94, 98, 102, 106) u BACK button··············································· (33, 45, 49, 52, 58, 61) i FAVORITE STATION buttons (1 – 3)······································· (64) o System buttons······················································ (31, 34, 50, 57) • Skip buttons
Remote control unit Operating range of the remote control unit q Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it. Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it. w Load the two batteries properly as indicated by the marks in the battery compartment. R03/AAA Basic instructions Inserting the batteries Approx. 23 ft/7 m e Put the rear cover back on. 30° NOTE NOTE DVD 116 Information • Insert the specified batteries in the remote control unit.
Trademark information This product uses the following technologies (Random order): Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories™. U.S. and foreign patents pending. Audyssey MultEQ®, Audyssey Dynamic EQ® and Audyssey Dynamic Volume® are registered trademarks of Audyssey Laboratories. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Basic instructions Surround This unit is equipped with a sophisticated digital signal processing circuit that lets you play your favorite movie and music sources and listen to them with a wide range of surround sound mode choices. Sound modes and surround parameters This table shows the speakers that can be used in each sound mode and the surround parameters adjustable in each sound mode. Symbols in the table S This indicates the audio output channels or surround parameters that can be set.
Surround NEO:6 Music mode only PRO LOGIC g Music mode only Sound Mode (vpage 69) Panorama (vpage 87) Dimension (vpage 87) Center Width (vpage 87) Center Image (vpage 87) Tone z7 (vpage 88) Audyssey (vpage 89) MultEQ® z8 (vpage 89) Dynamic EQ z9 (vpage 90) Dynamic Volume z9 (vpage 90) Restorer z10 (vpage 88) DIRECT (2-channel) Basic instructions Surr.
Surround Basic instructions nnTypes of input signals, and corresponding sound modes This table shows the input signal that can be played in each sound mode. Check the audio signal of the input source then select the sound mode. Symbols in the table F This indicates the default sound mode. S This indicates the selectable sound mode.
Output Input HDMI VIDEO A A A S S A S S Video S<> A S() A () Video output Menu A Only the menu is displayed S S (HDMI) Video Menu A S
D Deep Color An imaging technology supported by HDMI. Unlike RGB, which uses 8 bits (256 shades) per color, it can use 10 bits (1024 shades), 12 bits (4096 shades), or 16 bits (65536 shades) to produce colors in higher definition. Both devices linked via HDMI must support Deep Color. DLNA DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks and/ or service marks of Digital Living Network Alliance. Some contents may not be compatible with other DLNA CERTIFIED® products.
Explanation of terms Copyright (C) 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Josh Coalson L LFE This is an abbreviation of Low Frequency Effect, which is an output channel that emphasizes low frequency effect sound. Surround audio is intensified by outputting 20 Hz to 120 Hz deep bass to the system subwoofer(s). M MAIN ZONE The room where this unit is placed is called the MAIN ZONE .
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 devices 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. GHDMIH Symptom Symptom Cause/Solution Page Power does not turn on.
GAudioH Audio is not output. Cause/Solution Symptom Page The volume does not • The maximum volume is set too low. Set the maximum volume increase. using “Limit”on the menu. • Power for external devices connected to the output connectors of the unit may not be turned on. Check the power of connected external devices. 89 – • Check if the surround speakers are connected to the SURROUND terminals. – No sound is produced from subwoofer. • Check the subwoofer connections. • Turn on the subwoofer’s power.
GiPod / USB memory device / Internet Radio / Media Server / Flickr / Pandora / SiriusXM / SpotifyH iPod cannot be played. • Some iPods do not support being used connected directly to the USB port. 16 The file names are not displayed properly (“...”, etc.). • Characters that cannot be displayed are used. This is not a malfunction. On this unit, characters that cannot be displayed are replaced with a “.” (period). • Invalid tags are used for files within the USB memory device connected to this unit.
Symptom Page • Network or USB memory device’s signal transfer speed is slow or communications lines or radio station is congested. This is not a malfunction. When playing broadcast data with a high bit rate, the sound may be broken, depending on the communications conditions. – Sound quality is poor • File being played has a low bit rate. This is not a malfunction. or noise is heard during play. Symptom The set cannot be operated with the remote control unit.
Specifications nn Audio section • Power amplifier Rated output: X SOURCE SELECT 0 SOURCE SELECT 1 nn Video section • Standard video connectors Input sensitivity/Input impedance: Frequency response: nn Tuner section Receiving Range: Usable Sensitivity: 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: S/N : If in step 3 the display does not flash at intervals of about 1 second, start over from step 1.
Index vvA Bass···························································· 88, 101 vvC Cable Audio cable······················································· 12 Coaxial digital cable·········································· 12 Ethernet cable·················································· 12 HDMI cable··················································· 9, 10 Optical cable····················································· 12 Speaker cable··················································· 75 Subwo
vvP vvR Sampling frequency·········································· 123 Save to Favorite·················································· 64 Scale···································································· 89 Selecting the input source·································· 27 Settings····························································· 104 Setup Lock························································ 110 SiriusXM························································ 51, 58 Sleep tim
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