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INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER
AVR-2312CI
Owners Manual
Basic version
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BrandDenon
ModelAVR-2312CI
CategoryReceiver
LanguageEnglish

Summary

INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER AVR-2312CI

Owner's Manual

Manual for operating the integrated network AV receiver.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Essential guidelines for safe operation and maintenance of the apparatus.

FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)

Compliance information and notices related to FCC regulations for US users.

CAUTION: HOT SURFACE. DO NOT TOUCH.

Warning about the hot surface of the unit during operation.

WARNINGS

NOTES ON USE

Guidelines and precautions for using the unit.

CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION

Specific advice for safely installing the unit and ensuring proper ventilation.

Getting started

Basic version

Explains connections and basic operation methods for the unit.

Advanced version

Explains advanced functions and operations for better utilization.

Information

Provides supplementary information such as part names and troubleshooting.

Features

Accessories

Lists the parts supplied with the product for setup and operation.

Setup Wizard, providing easy-to-follow setup instructions

Guides users through the initial setup process with on-screen instructions.

Features

All sources are up-scaled to 1080p

Information on the unit's ability to upscale video signals to 1080p resolution.

High definition audio support

Details on the unit's support for high-quality digital audio formats.

Cautions on handling

Important warnings and advice for safely handling and operating the unit.

Basic version

Connections

Explains how to connect various external devices to the unit.

Settings

Covers initial setup and configuration options for the unit.

Playback (Basic operation)

Instructions for basic playback functions and operations.

Connections

Important information

Essential notes and guidelines before making connections to the unit.

Converting input video signals for output (Video conversion function)

Explains how the unit converts video signals for output to a monitor.

Important information

Examples of screen display

Illustrates typical menu and status displays seen on the screen.

Connecting an HDMI-compatible device

HDMI function

Details the various HDMI functions supported by the unit.

Copyright protection system

Explains HDCP compliance required for playing protected content.

About HDMI cables

Recommendations for using appropriate HDMI cables for optimal performance.

HDMI control function

Describes how to operate external devices and the unit via HDMI control.

Connecting an HDMI-compatible device

Cables used for connections

Illustrates the cables needed for connecting HDMI-compatible devices.

Connecting an HDMI-compatible device

Connecting to a device equipped with a DVI-D connector

Instructions for connecting devices with a DVI-D connector using an adapter cable.

Settings related to HDMI connections

Details settings for input assignment and HDMI setup configurations.

Connecting a TV

Cables used for connections

Shows the cables required for connecting a TV to the unit.

Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player

Cables used for connections

Illustrates the cables needed for connecting Blu-ray Disc/DVD players.

Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)

Cables used for connections

Shows the cables required for connecting satellite or cable TV set-top boxes.

Connecting a digital video recorder

Cables used for connections

Illustrates the cables needed for connecting a digital video recorder.

Connecting a digital camcorder

Cables used for connections

Shows the cables required for connecting a digital camcorder.

Use the AV/Control Cable supplied with the DENON control dock for iPod.

Instruction on using the specific cable for iPod control dock connection.

Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port

Cables used for connections

Illustrates the connection of iPod or USB memory devices to the unit's USB port.

Connecting an antenna

AM loop antenna assembly

Instructions for assembling the AM loop antenna for optimal reception.

Using the AM loop antenna

Guidance on suspending the AM loop antenna on a wall or setting it up alone.

Connecting a CD player

Cables used for connections

Shows the cables required for connecting a CD player to the unit.

Connecting to a home network (LAN)

Required system

Outlines the necessary system components for a broadband internet connection.

Connecting an external control device

REMOTE CONTROL jacks

Information on using an IR receiver for remote control operations.

RS-232C connector

Details on controlling the unit via an external control device using RS-232C.

TRIGGER OUT jacks

Explains how to control connected devices' power via trigger outputs.

Settings

Set up speakers (Audyssey® Auto Setup)

Guides through automatic speaker setup using the Audyssey system.

Making the network settings (Network Setup)

Instructions for configuring network settings for internet radio and media playback.

About setup microphone placement

Recommendations for optimal placement of the setup microphone for Audyssey.

About the main listening position (*M)

Importance of the main listening position for Audyssey calibration accuracy.

Set up speakers (Audyssey® Auto Setup)

1 Set up the microphone

Instructions for setting up the microphone on a tripod or stand for measurements.

2 Set up the subwoofer

Guidance on setting up the subwoofer, including direct mode and other adjustments.

3 Set up the remote control unit

Steps to set the zone mode and operation mode for the remote control.

Set up speakers (Audyssey® Auto Setup)

STEP 1 Preparation

Prepares for Audyssey Auto Setup by connecting speakers and setting items.

STEP 2 Detection & Measurement (Main)

Performs speaker detection and measurements at the main listening position.

Set up speakers (Audyssey® Auto Setup)

STEP 3 Measurement (2nd – 8th)

Conducts measurements at multiple positions to improve acoustic correction.

STEP 4 Calculation

Analyzes measurement results to determine speaker frequency response.

Set up speakers (Audyssey® Auto Setup)

STEP 5 Check

Allows checking of measurement results like crossover frequency and channel level.

STEP 6 Store

Saves the measurement results and completes the setup process.

Set up speakers (Audyssey® Auto Setup)

Error messages

Explains common error messages and their solutions during Audyssey Auto Setup.

Playback (Basic operation)

Settings

Details general settings for the unit.

Important information

Key information to know before starting playback operations.

Selecting the input source

How to choose and switch between different input sources for playback.

Playback (Basic operation)

Selecting the input source

Instructions on selecting the desired input source using buttons or the knob.

Adjusting the master volume

How to adjust the main volume level of the unit.

Turning off the sound temporarily

Method to mute the audio output of the unit.

Playback (Basic operation)

Using the “SOURCE SELECT” menu

Detailed steps to use the SOURCE SELECT menu for input selection.

Adjusting the master volume

Explains how to adjust the master volume using the unit or remote.

Turning off the sound temporarily

How to temporarily mute the audio output.

Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player

Prepare for playback

Steps to prepare for playing content from a Blu-ray or DVD player.

Playing a CD player

Prepare for playback

Steps to prepare for playing audio CDs.

Playing an iPod

There are two methods for iPod playback

Explains the two methods for playing music and videos from an iPod.

Use a DENON control dock for iPod to play back

Detailed steps for playing videos, photos, and music using a DENON control dock.

Listening to music on an iPod

Steps to connect and listen to music from an iPod via a control dock.

Playing an iPod

Viewing videos on an iPod in the Browse mode

How to view image files from an iPod in Browse mode.

Viewing photos and videos on an iPod in the Remote mode

Steps to view photos and videos from an iPod using its screen in Remote mode.

iPod operation

Explains the operation buttons for controlling an iPod.

Playing an iPod

Connect an iPod directly to the USB port to play back

Instructions for connecting an iPod directly to the USB port for audio playback.

Playing a network audio

Important information

Key information about internet radio, media player, and album art functions.

About the internet radio function

Details on receiving and managing internet radio stations.

Media player

How to play music files and playlists from a computer via the network.

Playing a network audio

Album art function

How album art is displayed for MP3 files.

Slide show function

How to play JPEG files as a slide show.

Function that simultaneously plays back music and image files from the network

Simultaneous playback of music and image files from a network source.

Playing a network audio

Listening to internet radio

Steps to listen to internet radio stations.

Playing the last played internet radio station

How to play the most recently listened to internet radio station.

Recently played internet radio stations

How to select from a list of recently played internet radio stations.

Playing a network audio

Searching stations by keyword (Alphabetic strings)

How to search for internet radio stations using keywords.

Presetting internet radio stations

Steps to preset favorite internet radio stations for easy tuning.

Listening to preset internet radio stations

How to tune into internet radio stations that have been preset.

Playing a network audio

Registering internet radio stations as your favorites

How to add internet radio stations to your favorites list.

Listening to internet radio stations registered in your favorites

How to access and play favorite internet radio stations.

Clearing internet radio stations from your favorites

How to remove stations from the favorites list.

Internet radio operation

Explains the operation buttons for internet radio functions.

Playing a network audio

Playing files stored on a computer

How to play music files, image files, or playlists from a computer.

Playing files that have been preset or registered in your favorites

How to play preset or favorite files using similar operations as internet radio.

Playing a network audio

Viewing photographs on the Flickr site

How to view photographs shared by users or all photos on Flickr.

Viewing photographs shared by particular users

Steps to view photos shared by specific Flickr contacts.

Viewing all photographs on Flickr

How to view all photographs available on Flickr, sorted by interest or recent.

Playing a network audio

Flickr operation

Explains the operation buttons for interacting with Flickr content.

Playing a network audio

Listening to Napster

Instructions for setting up and listening to music from Napster.

Searching from Napster menu

How to search for tracks within the Napster service.

Entering a character sort for the track you want to listen to

How to input characters for searching tracks by artist, album, or name.

Registering tracks in my Napster library

How to add tracks to your personal Napster library.

Playing a network audio

Listening to Pandora

Steps to set up and listen to Pandora music services.

Creating an original radio station

How to create custom radio stations by selecting tracks or artists.

Listening to a created radio station

How to play the custom radio stations you have created.

Playing a network audio

Listening to Pandora

Detailed instructions for accessing and using Pandora.

Playing a network audio

Arranging tracks within radio stations

How to manage tracks within radio stations using the Pandora menu.

Sign out

Instructions for disassociating the unit from your Pandora account.

Pandora operation

Explains the operation buttons for controlling Pandora.

Playing a network audio

Arranging tracks within radio stations

How to manage tracks within radio stations using the Pandora menu.

Playing a network audio

Listening to Rhapsody

Steps to set up and listen to music from Rhapsody.

Select the search mode

How to choose search modes within the Rhapsody service.

Playing a network audio

Search from the similar music

How to find music similar to the currently playing track.

Registering tracks in my library

How to add music tracks to your personal Rhapsody library.

Rating function

How to rate music tracks within Rhapsody.

Rhapsody operation

Explains the operation buttons for controlling Rhapsody.

Playing a USB memory device

Important information

Key notes regarding USB memory devices and compatible formats.

USB memory devices

Information on connecting and using USB memory devices.

Album art function

How album art is displayed for MP3 files.

Slide show function

How to play JPEG files as a slide show.

Playing files stored on USB memory devices

USB operation

Explains the operation buttons for controlling USB memory devices.

Selecting a listening mode (SURROUND MODE)

Select a listening mode

How to select appropriate listening modes for different content.

Listening mode

Details on available listening modes and their corresponding buttons.

Selecting a listening mode

Listening mode

Table listing listening modes and their input signal compatibility.

Selecting a listening mode

Description of listening mode types

Explains various Dolby listening modes and their characteristics.

Selecting a listening mode

DENON original listening mode

Describes DENON's proprietary listening modes for enhanced audio.

STEREO listening mode

Information on the standard stereo listening mode.

Direct listening mode

Explains the direct and pure direct modes for uncolored audio playback.

Advanced version

Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection)

Detailed guide for advanced speaker setup and connections.

Playback (Advanced operation)

Instructions for advanced playback features and operations.

Playback in ZONE2 (Separate room)

How to enjoy audio in a second room (ZONE2).

How to make detailed settings

Guide to accessing and adjusting various detailed settings.

Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection)

Install

Instructions on installing speakers, including surround back and front height.

Procedure for speaker settings

Steps for connecting and setting up speakers.

Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection)

Install

Diagrams and instructions for installing 7.1ch, 6.1ch, and front A/B speakers.

Connect

7.1-channel (Surround back speaker) connection

Example connection for 7.1-channel playback using surround back speakers.

NOTE

Important notes regarding speaker cable connections and impedance.

Connect

7.1-channel (Front height speaker) connection

Example connection for 7.1-channel playback using front height speakers.

Connect

6.1-channel (Surround back speaker) connection

Instructions for 6.1-channel connection using a single surround back speaker.

Connect

Front A/B connection

How to connect a second set of front speakers for playback.

NOTE

Notes on speaker cable connections and impedance for front A/B.

Connect

Bi-Amp connection

How to connect speakers using a bi-amp setup for improved sound quality.

NOTE

Notes on speaker cable connections, impedance, and bi-amp setup.

Connect

5.1-channel + 2-channel connection

How to connect additional front speakers for 2-channel playback and automatic switching.

NOTE

Notes on speaker cable connections and impedance for the 5.1+2ch setup.

SYSTEM SETUP

Speaker Setup

Guide on how to set up speakers manually or after Audyssey Auto Setup.

Set up speakers

1 Set up the remote control unit

Steps to set the zone mode and operation mode for the remote control.

2 Connect the setup microphone

Instructions for connecting the setup microphone for speaker measurement.

3 Set up “Amp Assign”

How to assign power amplifiers to different speaker configurations.

Set up speakers

4 Use ui to select the configuration of the connected speakers.

How to select speaker configurations like NORMAL, ZONE2, Bi-AMP, etc.

5 Press RETURN B to exit the “Amp Assign” setting.

How to exit the Amp Assign setting menu.

6 Set up “Channel Select”

How to configure channel selection to skip unused channels.

7 Use ui to select a channel.

How to select specific channels for setup like Front, Subwoofer, Surround, etc.

8 Press o p to select a front speaker.

How to select front speaker A, B, or A+B for setup.

Playback (Advanced operation)

HDMI control function

How to link operations of devices connected via HDMI with control functions.

Sleep timer function

How to set a timer to automatically turn off the unit.

Adjusting the volume of the speakers

How to adjust the volume for individual speakers and speaker groups.

Convenient functions

NOTE

Important notes regarding HDMI control function usage.

Sleep timer function

Detailed explanation of the sleep timer function and its operation.

Convenient functions

Adjusting the volume of the speakers

Guides on adjusting individual speaker volumes and overall speaker groups (Fader).

Convenient functions

Quick select function

How to save and recall frequently used settings for quick access.

Saving the settings

Steps to save current settings into Quick Select memory.

Recalling the settings

How to call out saved settings from Quick Select.

Convenient functions

REC OUT mode

How to record audio/video from one source while listening to another.

Convenient functions

AirPlay

How to enjoy music from iTunes library wirelessly via AirPlay.

Setting procedure

Steps to set up the unit for AirPlay functionality.

Multiple Speakers

How to stream music from iTunes to multiple speakers simultaneously.

Streaming music stored in iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad directly to the unit

How to stream audio directly from iOS devices using AirPlay.

Remote operations

How to control iTunes playback using the DENON remote control.

Party mode function

Starting the party mode as the organizer

Steps for initiating the party mode as the organizer.

Canceling the party mode

How to exit the party mode and optionally turn off attendee devices.

Participating in the party mode as an attendee

How to join an active party mode session as an attendee.

Zone Management function

Check status and select device for content browsing.

How to view device status and browse network content via Zone Management.

To end “Device Control” mode

Steps to exit the device control mode.

Operating a media controller to play music and still pictures

Playing content on a computer (Media server)

How to play music and pictures from a computer acting as a media server.

Playing contents on a media controller

How to use a media controller to play content from a media server.

Web control function

1 Switch the “Network Standby” setting to “ON”.

How to enable network standby for web control.

2 Check the IP address of this unit with “Network Info.”

How to find the unit's IP address for web control access.

3 Enter the IP address of this unit in browser’s address box.

Instructions for accessing the web control interface via a browser.

4 When the top menu is displayed, click on the menu item you want to operate.

How to navigate and operate the unit's functions through the web interface.

SYSTEM SETUP

Menu operation

Steps for navigating and operating the system setup menus.

Items that can be set with the “SYSTEM SETUP” procedure

Lists the main setup categories available in the SYSTEM SETUP menu.

Playback in ZONE2 (Separate room)

Audio output

Explains the two methods for audio output: speaker or PRE OUT.

Zone playback by speaker output

How to output ZONE2 audio signals via speaker terminals.

Zone playback by audio output (PRE OUT)

How to output ZONE2 audio signals via PRE OUT terminals to an external amplifier.

Playback

Adjusting the volume

How to adjust the volume for ZONE2 playback.

Turning off the sound temporarily

How to mute the audio output for ZONE2.

Quick select function

Saving the settings

How to save settings for ZONE2 using the Quick Select function.

Recalling the settings

How to recall saved settings for ZONE2.

Sleep timer function

To confirm the countdown time before putting the unit to sleep

How to check the remaining time on the sleep timer.

To cancel the sleep timer

How to cancel the sleep timer function.

Menu map

How to make detailed settings

Guide to navigating the menu structure for detailed settings.

Examples of menu screen displays

[Example 1] Menu selection screen (Top menu)

Illustrates the top menu screen and its navigation elements.

[Example 2] Audyssey® Auto Setup screen (with illustration)

Visual guide to the Audyssey Auto Setup screen and its components.

Examples of menu and front display

Top menu display

Shows the top menu display on the TV screen and the front panel.

Display when changing settings

Illustrates displays when changing input source assignments.

Display when resetting

Shows how the display indicates when settings are being reset.

Inputting characters

Method for inputting characters

Explains methods for inputting characters using the keyboard or number buttons.

Keyboard screen

Displays the keyboard layout used for character input.

Using the keyboard screen

Step-by-step guide for inputting characters using the keyboard screen.

Inputting characters

10 Key input screen

Shows the 10-key input screen layout for character entry.

Using the number buttons

Instructions for inputting characters using the number buttons.

Using the cursor buttons

Guide on using cursor buttons for character input and selection.

SOURCE SELECT

Menu operation

Steps for operating the SOURCE SELECT menu.

Important information

Key notes about available input sources and their selection.

Items that can be set with the “SOURCE SELECT” procedure

Lists configurable items within the SOURCE SELECT procedure.

SOURCE SELECT

Input Assign

How to assign input connectors to specific input sources.

Examples of “Input Assign” menu screen displays

Illustrates the Input Assign menu screens for HDMI, Digital, and Component.

Input assignments menu operations

Step-by-step guide for performing input assignments.

SOURCE SELECT

DIGITAL

How to change digital input connectors assigned to input sources.

COMP (Component video)

How to change component video input connectors assigned to input sources.

Video

How to set the video source, mode, and aspect ratio.

SOURCE SELECT

Resolution

How to set the output resolution for HDMI output.

Progressive Mode

How to set the progressive conversion mode for source video signals.

Aspect

How to set the aspect ratio for video signals output via HDMI.

Video Convert

How to automatically convert input video signals to match the connected TV.

i/p Scaler

How to convert input source resolution to the set resolution.

SOURCE SELECT

Input Mode (Audio)

How to set audio input modes for different input sources.

Rename

How to change the display name of selected input sources.

Source Level (Audio)

How to correct the playback level of selected audio input sources.

Play

Displays the playback screen of each input source.

Playback Mode

Repeat

How to set repeat playback for DOCK or NET/USB sources.

Shuffle

How to set shuffle playback for DOCK sources.

Random

How to set random playback for NET/USB sources.

Still Picture

Slide Show

How to enable or disable slide shows for still picture images.

Interval

How to set the display time for single images in a slide show.

Auto Preset

Start

How to start the automatic preset process for radio stations.

SOURCE SELECT

Preset Skip

How to set preset channels to be skipped during selection.

Preset Name

How to assign names to preset memories for tuner or network channels.

AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST

Menu operation

Steps for navigating the AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST menu.

Items that can be set with the “AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST” procedure

Lists adjustable parameters for audio and video settings.

AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST

Audio Adjust

How to adjust sound field effects for surround sound and video quality.

Surround Parameters

Details the parameters adjustable within different surround modes.

AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST

Height Gain

How to control the front height channel volume.

PLgz Height

How to determine if the front height channel is used.

AFDM (Auto flag detect mode)

How to automatically detect surround back channel signals.

Surround Back

How to set the method for generating surround back channels.

AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST

Subwoofer

How to turn subwoofer output on and off.

Default

How to reset Surround Parameters settings to default.

Tone

How to adjust the tonal quality of the sound (bass, treble).

AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST

Audyssey Settings

How to select Audyssey MultEQ XT, Dynamic EQ, and Dynamic Volume settings.

Dynamic EQ®

How to solve sound quality issues related to volume changes.

Dynamic Volume®

How to automatically adjust volume for variations between content types.

AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST

Manual EQ

How to adjust the tone of each speaker using a graphic equalizer.

Adjust Channel

How to correct the tone of each speaker.

RESTORER

How to restore sound quality for compressed audio formats.

Audio Delay

How to manually adjust audio output delay for synchronization.

AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST

Picture Adjust

How to adjust picture quality settings like contrast, brightness, hue.

SYSTEM SETUP

Menu operation

Steps for navigating and operating the system setup menus.

Items that can be set with the “SYSTEM SETUP” procedure

Lists the main setup categories available in SYSTEM SETUP.

SYSTEM SETUP

Speaker Setup

How to manually set up speakers or change settings after Audyssey Auto Setup.

Amp Assign

How to switch the signal output from the SURR.BACK/AMP ASSIGN terminal.

SYSTEM SETUP

Speaker Config.

How to select speaker configuration and size (bass capability).

Bass Setting

How to set subwoofer and LFE signal range playback.

SYSTEM SETUP

Distance

How to set the distance from the listening position to each speaker.

Channel Level

How to set the volume of test tones to be equal for all speakers.

SYSTEM SETUP

Crossover Freq.

How to set the maximum frequency for bass signals output to the subwoofer.

Front Speaker Setup

How to set the front speakers used for surround modes.

SYSTEM SETUP

HDMI Setup

How to make settings for HDMI video and audio output.

Auto Lip Sync

How to compensate for timing shifts between audio and video.

HDMI Audio Out

How to select the HDMI audio output device.

HDMI Control

How to link operations with HDMI-connected devices.

SYSTEM SETUP

Audio Setup

How to make settings for audio playback.

2ch Direct/Stereo

How to set speakers used in 2-channel direct and stereo playback.

Auto Surround Mode

How to memorize surround modes for input signals.

EQ Customize

How to set disengaged equalizers to not display with MultEQ XT.

SYSTEM SETUP

Network Setup

How to make network settings for wired LAN connections.

Network Connecting

How to set up network connection without a DHCP function.

SYSTEM SETUP

Network Connecting (Continued)

Continued settings for network connection, including IP address and proxy.

SYSTEM SETUP

Other

Settings for network function standby, character code, PC language, and firmware updates.

Network Standby

How to set the network function on/off during standby.

Character

How to set the MP3 ID3-Tag character code type.

PC Language

How to select the computer environment language for display.

Friendly Name Edit

How to change the unit's network display name.

Party Mode Function

How to enable or disable the party mode function.

SYSTEM SETUP

Other (Continued)

Settings for update notifications, Rhapsody/Napster accounts, and network info.

Update Notification

How to display firmware update notifications.

Upgrade Notification

How to display downloadable firmware upgrade notifications.

Rhapsody Account

How to set or clear Rhapsody username and password.

Napster Account

How to set or clear Napster username and password.

Network Information

How to display network information like Friendly Name and IP Address.

SYSTEM SETUP

ZONE2 Setup

How to set audio playback for multi-zone (ZONE2) operation.

Bass

How to adjust the low frequency range (bass) for ZONE2.

Treble

How to adjust the high frequency range (treble) for ZONE2.

HPF

How to attenuate the low range to reduce bass distortion.

Lch Level

How to adjust the left channel output level for ZONE2.

Rch Level

How to adjust the right channel output level for ZONE2.

Channel

How to set the signal output from multi-zone (ZONE2).

Volume Level

How to set the volume output level for ZONE2.

Volume Limit

How to set a maximum volume limit for ZONE2.

Power On Level

How to define the volume setting active when power is turned on for ZONE2.

Mute Level

How to set the amount of attenuation when muting is on for ZONE2.

SYSTEM SETUP

Option Setup

How to make various other settings, including GUI and remote control.

Volume Control

How to set the main zone volume display and limits.

Source Delete

How to remove unused input sources from the display.

GUI

How to set screensaver, wallpaper, and format for TV display.

Trigger Out

How to select conditions for activating Trigger Out.

Dimmer

How to adjust the display brightness of the unit.

Setup Lock

How to protect settings from inadvertent changes.

SYSTEM SETUP

Master Volume

How to set the display for master volume during adjustment.

NET/USB

How to set the display time for the NET/USB screen.

iPod

How to set the display time for the iPod screen.

Tuner

How to set the display time for the tuner screen.

Remote Setup Guide

How to search for preset codes to register in the remote control unit.

Quick Select Name

How to change the display title for Quick Select.

Zone Rename

How to change the display title for each zone.

Trigger Out

How to select conditions for activating Trigger Out.

SYSTEM SETUP

Firmware Update

How to check for and update the unit's firmware.

Add New Feature

How to download and install new features for the unit.

Maintenance Mode

For use when receiving maintenance from a DENON service engineer.

SYSTEM SETUP

Language

How to set the display language for the menu screen.

INFORMATION

Status

Shows information about current settings for MAIN ZONE and ZONE2.

Audio Input Signal

Shows information about audio input signals, including surround mode and format.

Dialogue normalization function

How dialogue normalization is automatically activated for Dolby Digital sources.

HDMI Information

Shows information about HDMI input/output signals and monitor.

Auto Surround Mode

Shows information about auto surround mode settings.

Quick Select

Shows information about Quick Select function settings.

Preset Channel

Shows information about tuner or network preset channels.

Operating the connected devices by remote control unit

Operating AV devices

How to use the remote control unit to operate connected AV devices.

1 Press ZONE SELECT to select a zone for operation.

How to select the zone for remote control operations.

2 Press the input source select button.

How to switch the input source for remote control operation.

3 Operate this unit or the device whose input source is switched.

How to operate the unit or the switched device.

Registering preset codes

Buttons used for operating the devices

Lists the buttons on the remote control unit used for device operation.

Default settings for preset codes

Shows default preset codes registered for each input source button.

1 Press ZONE SELECT to switch the zone mode to J (MAIN ZONE).

How to select the MAIN ZONE for remote control operations.

5 Pressing ui, select the device category for preset registration.

How to select the device category for registering preset codes.

Registering preset codes

6 Pressing ui, select the first letter of the device brand name.

How to select the first letter of a brand name for device registration.

7 Pressing ui, select the device brand name.

How to select the specific brand name of the device.

9 Press the input source button on which the preset code is to be registered.

How to select the input source button for registering a preset code.

10 Press and hold ZONE/DEVICE Z for at least 3 seconds.

How to prepare for zone mode selection for remote control.

11 Enter a five-digit code using 0 – 9.

How to enter the five-digit code for preset registration.

12 Operate the device being used to check the operation.

How to test the operation of the registered device.

Operating devices

2 Operate the device.

How to operate the connected device using the remote control.

n Blu-ray Disc player / HD-DVD player / DVD player operation

Operation buttons for Blu-ray, HD-DVD, and DVD players.

n CD player / CD recorder operation

Operation buttons for CD players and CD recorders.

Operating devices

n TV operation

Operation buttons for controlling televisions.

n Set top box for satellite (SAT) / Cable (CBL) / IP TV operation

Operation buttons for satellite, cable, and IP TV set-top boxes.

Specifying the zone used with the main remote control unit

1 Press and hold ZONE/DEVICE Z for at least 3 seconds.

How to initiate zone selection for the remote control.

2 Press ZONE SELECT.

How to cycle through available zone modes.

3 Press 1 – 3 to set.

How to set the desired zone for remote control operation.

Resetting the remote control unit

1 Press and hold ZONE/DEVICE Z for at least 3 seconds.

How to initiate the remote control reset procedure.

2 Press 9, 8 and 1, in that order.

The sequence of button presses to reset the remote control.

Information

Part names and functions

Details on the names and functions of the unit's parts.

Other information

Supplementary information related to the unit.

Troubleshooting

Guidance on how to resolve common problems with the unit.

Specifications

Technical specifications of the unit.

Index

An alphabetical list of topics covered in the manual.

Front panel

Power operation button (ON/STANDBY)

How to turn the unit on and off.

Power indicator

Explanation of the unit's power indicator light.

Headphones jack (PHONES)

Information about the headphones jack and its usage.

QUICK SELECT buttons

Functionality of the QUICK SELECT buttons.

INTERNET RADIO button (V)

Functionality of the INTERNET RADIO button.

PRESET CHANNEL buttons (1 – 3)

Functionality of the preset channel buttons.

USB/iPod port

Information about the USB/iPod port.

HDMI connector

Details of the HDMI connector.

V.AUX INPUT connectors

Information about the V.AUX INPUT connectors.

SETUP MIC jack

Details of the SETUP MIC jack.

MASTER VOLUME control knob

Functionality of the master volume control knob.

Master volume indicator

Indicates the master volume level.

Display

Information about the unit's display.

Remote control sensor

Location and function of the remote control sensor.

SOURCE SELECT knob

Functionality of the SOURCE SELECT knob.

DIMMER button

Functionality of the DIMMER button.

ZONE2 ON/OFF button

How to turn ZONE2 power on or off.

ZONE2 / REC SELECT button

Functionality of the ZONE2 / REC SELECT button.

SHIFT button

Functionality of the SHIFT button.

Tuner preset channel buttons (TUNER PRESET CHANNEL +, –)

Functionality of the tuner preset channel buttons.

SLEEP button

Functionality of the SLEEP button.

iPod play button (iPod 1)

How to start iPod playback.

STATUS button

Functionality of the STATUS button.

Display

Input signal indicators

Lights indicating input signal status.

Input signal channel indicators

Lights indicating input signal channel status for HD Audio.

Information display

Displays input source name, surround mode, and settings.

Output signal channel indicators

Lights indicating audio signals output from speakers.

Front speaker indicator

Indicates the setting of the front A and B speakers.

Monitor output indicators

Lights up when an HDMI monitor is connected.

Master volume indicator

Indicates the master volume level.

MUTE indicator

Lights when the mute mode is selected.

PARTY indicators

Lights indicating party mode status (Organizer/Attendee).

Audyssey® indicators

Lights indicating the status of Audyssey settings.

Sleep timer indicator

Lights when the sleep mode is selected.

RESTORER indicator

Lights when the RESTORER mode is selected.

Multi-zone indicators

Lights when ZONE2 power is turned on.

Input mode indicators

Indicates the audio input modes for different sources.

HDMI indicator

Lights when playing using HDMI connections.

Tuner reception mode indicators

Lights indicating tuner reception conditions (STEREO, TUNED, AUTO).

Recording output source indicator

Lights when the REC OUT mode is selected.

Decoder indicators

Lights when respective decoders are operating.

Rear panel

RS-232C connector

Connector for serial communication with external devices.

FM/AM antenna terminals

Terminals for connecting FM and AM antennas.

Analog audio connectors

Connectors for analog audio input and output.

PRE OUT connectors

Pre-amplifier output connectors for external amplifiers.

Speaker terminals

Terminals for connecting speakers.

AC inlet (AC IN)

Power input connector.

COMPONENT VIDEO connectors

Connectors for component video signals.

HDMI connectors

Connectors for HDMI signals.

Digital audio connectors

Connectors for digital audio signals (coaxial, optical).

ETHERNET connector

Connector for network (LAN) connection.

REMOTE CONTROL jacks

Jacks for connecting external remote control devices.

DOCK CONTROL jack

Connector for DENON control dock for iPod.

S-VIDEO/VIDEO connectors

Connectors for S-Video and composite video signals.

TRIGGER OUT jack

Output for controlling external device power.

NOTE

Warning about touching connector pins and electrostatic discharge.

Remote control unit

ZONE SELECT button

Button for selecting the zone for remote control operation.

Zone mode indicators

Indicators showing the selected zone mode.

Input source select buttons

Buttons for selecting the input source.

QUICK SELECT buttons

Buttons for quick access to saved settings.

INTERNET RADIO button (V)

Button to directly select the Internet Radio input source.

Preset channel buttons (PRESET 1 – 3)

Buttons for selecting preset channels 1 through 3.

AMP button

Button to set the remote control unit to AMP operation mode.

Channel buttons (CH +, –)

Buttons for selecting channels or adjusting values.

Muting button (N)

Button to mute the audio output.

MENU button

Button to display the menu screen.

Cursor buttons (uio p)

Buttons for navigating menus and selecting items.

SEARCH button

Button for searching or page selection.

System buttons

Buttons for various system operations like search, skip, play, pause, stop.

Tuner system buttons

Buttons for tuning radio stations and switching modes.

Character buttons

Buttons for inputting characters.

MEMORY button

Button for preset memory registration.

Number buttons

Buttons for entering numbers and selecting items.

SHIFT button

Button for shifting character input or selecting functions.

TV operation buttons (TV Z / X / INPUT)

Buttons for controlling TV power and input.

Remote control signal transmitter

Component that transmits remote control signals.

Power buttons (ON / STANDBY)

Buttons for turning the unit on and off.

SOURCE SELECT button

Button for selecting the input source.

Master volume control buttons (M df)

Buttons for adjusting the master volume.

Channel level button (CH LEVEL)

Button to adjust channel levels.

RETURN button (B)

Button to return to the previous screen or cancel.

Surround mode buttons

Buttons for selecting surround sound modes.

SLEEP button

Button to activate the sleep timer.

PARTY button

Button to activate the party mode function.

ZONE/DEVICE power buttons

Buttons for controlling power for different zones.

Remote control unit

Inserting the batteries

Step-by-step instructions for inserting batteries into the remote control.

NOTE

Important notes regarding battery replacement and handling.

Operating range of the remote control unit

Information on the optimal operating range and conditions for the remote control.

NOTE

Notes on factors that may interfere with remote control operation.

Other information

Trademark information

Information about trademarks and technologies used in the product.

Surround

Explains the unit's digital signal processing for surround sound.

Relationship between video signals and monitor output

Shows how video signals are related to monitor output.

Explanation of terms

Definitions of technical terms used in the manual.

Surround

Surround modes and surround parameters

Shows speakers used in surround modes and adjustable parameters.

Surround

Surround mode (vpage 52)

Table showing surround modes and adjustable parameters.

Surround

n Types of input signals, and corresponding surround modes

Table showing input signals and their corresponding surround modes.

Surround

Surround mode (vpage 52) NOTE

Table showing input signals and their corresponding surround modes.

Relationship between video signals and monitor output

MAIN ZONE MONITOR OUT

Shows relationship between video convert, input/output connectors, and display.

NOTE

Notes on video conversion function compatibility and display behavior.

Video signal resolution conversion table

NOTE

Notes on video/component output resolution and HDMI input.

Explanation of terms

Adobe RGB color, Adobe YCC601 color

Color spaces defining larger palettes than traditional RGB.

AirPlay

Sends contents from iTunes or iOS devices to compatible devices via network.

App Store

Apple's site for selling application software for iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad.

Audyssey Dynamic EQ®

Solves sound quality deterioration at low volumes using room acoustics.

Audyssey Dynamic Volume®

Solves large volume variations between TV programs, commercials, and movies.

Audyssey MultEQ® XT

Room equalization solution calibrating audio systems for optimum listener performance.

Auto Lip Sync

Automatically corrects audio/video delay using Auto Lip Sync function.

Deep Color

Technology allowing expression of more colors than 8-bit, close to natural colors.

DLNA

Trademarks related to Digital Living Network Alliance for media sharing.

Dolby Digital

Multi-channel digital signal format developed by Dolby Laboratories.

Dolby Digital EX

6.1-channel surround format providing improved sound positioning and expression.

Dolby Digital Plus

Improved Dolby Digital format compatible with up to 7.1 channels.

Dolby Pro Logic g

Matrix decoding technology for excellent surround effect with 5 channels.

Dolby Pro Logic gx

Improved Dolby Pro Logic g for natural sound with up to 7.1 channels.

Dolby Pro Logic gz

Introduces front height channels for enhanced spaciousness and dimension.

Dolby TrueHD

High definition audio technology using lossless coding for faithful sound reproduction.

Downmix

Converts surround audio channels to fewer channels for playback.

DTS

Digital audio system for realistic sound effects and immersive theater experience.

DTS 96/24

Digital audio format enabling high-quality 5.1 channel playback at 96 kHz.

DTS Digital Surround

Standard digital surround format for DTS, compatible with 5.1 channels.

DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1

6.1-channel discrete audio format with a surround back channel.

DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1

6.1-channel audio format inserting surround back channel via matrix encoding.

DTS Express

Audio format supporting low bit rates for up to 5.1 channels.

Explanation of terms

DTS-HD

Audio technology providing higher sound quality and enhanced functionality than DTS.

DTS-HD High Resolution Audio

Improved DTS format with high data transfer speed and 7.1 channel support.

DTS-HD Master Audio

Lossless audio format supporting up to 8 channels with high sampling frequency.

DTS NEO:6™ Surround

Matrix decoding technology for 6.1-channel surround from 2-channel sources.

Dynamic range

Difference between maximum undistorted sound level and minimum discernible level.

FLAC

Free lossless audio file format for compressed audio.

HDCP

Copyright protection technology that encrypts signals to prevent unauthorized copying.

HDMI

High-Definition Multimedia Interface for AV digital connections.

iTunes

Apple's multimedia player for managing and playing audio and video contents.

LFE

Low Frequency Effect channel that emphasizes low frequency sound.

MAIN ZONE

The primary room where the unit is placed for operation.

MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3)

Internationally standardized audio data compression scheme.

MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group), MPEG-2, MPEG-4

Digital compression format standards for video and audio encoding.

Progressive (sequential scanning)

Video scanning system that displays 1 frame as one image for less flickering.

Protection Circuit

Prevents device damage by detecting abnormalities like overload or voltage.

Sampling frequency

Rate of sound wave sampling, determining digitized format quality.

Speaker impedance

AC resistance value indicated in Ohms (Ω), affecting power output.

sYCC601 color

Color space defining larger palettes than traditional RGB color models.

vTuner

Free online content server for Internet radio with usage fees for upgrades.

Explanation of terms

Windows Media DRM

Copyright protection technology for Windows Media content.

Windows Media Player Ver.11 or later

Microsoft's free media player for playlists and various file formats.

WMA (Windows Media Audio)

Audio compression technology developed by Microsoft Corporation.

x.v.Color

Function enabling HDTVs to display colors more accurately with natural vividness.

ZONE2

The second room where the unit can operate for playback.

Troubleshooting

If a problem should arise, first check the following:

Initial checks for correct connections, operation, and device functionality.

GGeneralH

Troubleshooting common issues like power, display, and indicator problems.

GHDMIH

Troubleshooting issues related to HDMI connection, audio, and video output.

GVideoH

Troubleshooting problems related to video signal display.

GAudioH

Audio is not output.

Checks for audio output issues, including connections, volume, and mute.

No sound is produced from surround speaker.

Troubleshooting no sound from surround speakers.

No sound is produced from surround back speaker.

Troubleshooting no sound from surround back speakers.

No sound is produced from front height speaker.

Troubleshooting no sound from front height speakers.

No sound is produced from subwoofer.

Troubleshooting no sound from the subwoofer.

DTS sound is not output.

Troubleshooting issues when DTS sound is not output.

Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD, Dolby Digital Plus audio is not output.

Troubleshooting no audio output for Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD, Dolby Digital Plus.

Dolby PLg mode or DTS NEO:6 mode cannot be selected.

Troubleshooting issues when Dolby PLg or DTS NEO:6 modes cannot be selected.

Dynamic EQ® and Dynamic Volume® cannot be selected.

Troubleshooting when Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume cannot be selected.

RESTORER cannot be selected.

Troubleshooting when RESTORER cannot be selected.

Switch the surround mode to other than “DIRECT” or “PURE DIRECT”.

Ensures surround mode is not set to DIRECT or PURE DIRECT.

GRadioH

Reception fails, or there is a lot of noise or distortion.

Troubleshooting poor reception or noisy audio.

GControl dock for iPodH

iPod cannot be played.

Troubleshooting issues when an iPod cannot be played.

GInternet radio / Media server / iPod / USB memory device / Flickr / Napster / Pandora / RhapsodyH

When a USB memory device is connected, “USB” is not displayed on the menu.

Troubleshooting USB device connection and display issues.

Files on a USB memory device cannot be played.

Troubleshooting issues with playing files from a USB memory device.

The file names are not displayed properly (“...”, etc.).

Troubleshooting incorrect display of file names.

Internet radio cannot be played.

Troubleshooting issues with playing internet radio.

Files stored on a computer cannot be played.

Troubleshooting issues playing files from a computer.

iPod cannot be played.

Troubleshooting iPod connection issues.

Cannot connect to preset or favorite radio stations.

Troubleshooting connection issues with preset or favorite radio stations.

Sound is broken during playback.

Troubleshooting issues with broken sound during playback.

Symptom

Sound quality is poor or played sound is noisy.

Troubleshooting poor sound quality or noisy playback.

Cannot compile Playlist.

Troubleshooting issues with playlist compilation.

Cannot delete Rhapsody Channel registered in “My Channels”.

Cannot delete Rhapsody channels from 'My Channels'.

Cannot delete Tracks, Playlists, Channels registered in “My Library”

Cannot delete tracks, playlists, channels from 'My Library'.

GAirPlayH

No sound.

Troubleshooting no sound issues during AirPlay playback.

GRemote Control UnitH

The set cannot be operated with the remote control unit.

Troubleshooting remote control unit operation issues.

Resetting the microprocessor

Specifications

Audio section

Specifications for the audio output power and input sensitivity.

Video section

Specifications for video connectors and frequency response.

Tuner section

Specifications for the FM/AM tuner, including receiving range and sensitivity.

General

General specifications including power supply and consumption.

Index

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