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Features
Fully Discrete, identical quality and power for all 
9 channels (170 W x 9ch)
The unit is equipped with a power amplifi er that reproduces high-
fi delity sound in surround mode with equal quality and power for all 
channels, true to the original sound. 
The power amplifi er circuit adopts a discrete-circuit confi guration 
that achieves high-quality surround sound reproduction. 
Supports  HDMI  1.4a  with  3D,  ARC,  Deep  Color, 
x.v.Color , Auto Lipsync and HDMI control function
This  unit  can  output  3D  video  signals  input  from  a  Blu-ray  Disc 
player to a TV that supports a 3D system.  This unit also supports 
the  ARC  (Audio  Return  Channel)  function,  which  reproduces  TV 
sound  with this  unit via  an HDMI  cable  used  for  connecting the 
unit and a TV
z1
. 
 z1  The TV should support the ARC function. 
Internet radio, music and photo streaming via 
network
z2
This  unit  can  playback  audio  fi les  and  still  images  such  as 
photographs that are stored on your computer via a network. You 
can also listen to internet radio and  a  whole  host of  other  online 
music
z3
 that uses network technology.
 z2  An internet connection is required.
 z3   You may be required to sign a service agreement with the 
companies that provide particular services. 
7-HDMI inputs and 2-outputs
The unit is equipped with 7 HDMI input connectors for connecting 
devices  with  HDMI  connectors,  such  as  a  Blu-ray  Disc  player, 
game machine, HD video camera, etc. 
Dolby Volume
Dolby  Volume  measures,  analyzes,  and  maintains  volume  levels 
based  on  how  people  perceive  sound.  It  examines  a  variety  of 
audio parameters to maintain consistent playback levels whether 
switching  between channels  or between  multiple source  inputs. 
A sophisticated combination of spectral- and time-based loudness 
analysis enables it to quickly and properly correct level differences 
without creating compression artifacts or undesirable pumping in 
the audio signal.
DENON LINK 4th support
When  you  connect  this  unit  to  a  Denon  Blu-ray  disc  player  that 
has  DENON  LINK  4th  support,  you  can  enjoy  HD  audio  of  the 
highest quality. The master clock that operates the D/A converter 
of this unit is transmitted to the Blu-ray disc player,  enabling  the 
integrated  circuitry to  be  operated  while  sharing the  same  clock 
in order to achieve digital audio transmission with negligible jitter. 
Sound localization becomes clearer and a greater sense of space is 
produced in the sound images.
High defi nition audio support
The unit  is equipped  with a  decoder  which supports  high-quality 
digital audio format for Blu-ray Disc players such as Dolby TrueHD, 
DTS-HD Master Audio, etc. 
Audyssey MultEQ
®
 XT 32
Audyssey  MultEQ  corrects  both  time  and  frequency  response 
problems  in  the  listening  area  so  that  every  listener  can  enjoy 
music  and  movie  with  the  optimum  sounds.  It  performs  a  fully 
automated surround system setup. The unit is equipped Audyssey 
MultEQ  XT  32  that  can  correct  much  higher  details,  particularly 
in the bass range of the speakers. The high resolution correction 
reproduces much clearer surround sound.
Discrete subwoofers and Audyssey multiple 
subwoofer calibration
The unit has two subwoofer output capability and can adjust the 
level and delay for each subwoofer individually.  Audyssey multiple 
subwoofer  calibration  optimizes  the  level,  delay,  and  frequency 
response  blending  of  two  subwoofers.    It  eliminates  the  phase 
cancellations  between  two  subwoofers.    The  optimized  sound 
reporoduces more powerful sound.
Audyssey DSX™
This unit is equipped with Audyssey DSX processor. By connecting 
front height speakers to this unit and playing back through Audyssey 
DSX, you can experience a more powerful playback expression in 
the  height  audio  range.  By  connecting  front  wide  speakers,  you 
can experience a more powerful playback expression in the wide 
audio range.
 Accessories
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
q Owner’s manual ...................................................................... 1
w Warranty (for North America model only) ................................ 1
e Service network list ................................................................. 1
r Power cord (Cord length: Approx. 6.2 ft / 1.9 m) .................... 1
t Main remote control unit (RC-1145) ........................................ 1
y R6/AA batteries (for RC-1145) ................................................. 2
u Sub remote control unit (RC-1148) .......................................... 1
i R03/AAA batteries (for RC-1148) ............................................. 2
o Setup microphone 
(DM-A409, Cord length: Approx. 19.7 ft / 6.0 m) .................... 1
Q0 AM loop antenna (for HD Radio broadcasts) ........................... 1
Q1 FM indoor antenna (for HD Radio broadcasts) ........................ 1
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About this manual
 n Operation buttons
The  operations  described  in  this  manual  are  based  mainly  on 
remote control operation.
 n Symbols
Items for which this mark is indicated at the title can 
be operated from the GUI menu.
We  recommend  performing  such  operations  from 
the GUI menu.
v
This  symbol  indicates  a  reference  page  on  which 
related information is described.
This  symbol  indicates  a  supplementary  information 
and tips for operations.
NOTE
This  symbol  indicates  a  supplementary  information 
and tips for operations.
 n Illustrations
Note that the illustrations in these instructions are for explanation 
purposes and may differ from the actual unit.
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