Denon AVR-4802 User Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER
AVR-4802
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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AVR-4802
PRECISION AUDIO COMPONENT / AV SURROUND RECEIVER
MASTER VOLUME
INPUT SELECTOR
ON/STANDBY
THX CINEMA
HOME
PURE
DIRECT
SENSOR
REMOTE
ON/STANDBY
INPUT
SIGNAL
PCM
AUTO
DTS
DIRECT
PURE
DIGITAL
SURROUND SPEAKER
A
B
SURROUND BACK CH
OUTPUT
DETECT
SIGNAL
ES DSCRT DVD
VOLUME LEVEL
DIGITAL
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Denon AVR-4802 Specifications

General

Impedance	8 ohms
Frequency Response	10 Hz - 100 kHz (+1, -3 dB)
THD	0.05%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	100 dB
Surround Sound	Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Pro Logic II
Component Video Inputs	3
Digital Inputs	5 (3 Optical, 2 Coaxial)
Type	AV Receiver
Channels	7.1
Input Impedance	47 kOhms
Input Sensitivity	200 mV
Inputs	5 Digital (3 Optical, 2 Coaxial)
Outputs	composite video, component video, optical digital
Audio D/A Converter	24-bit/192kHz

Summary

Safety Precautions and Usage Notes

Electrical Shock and Handling Cautions

Warnings regarding electrical shock, handling, and basic usage precautions to prevent damage.

Notes on Use and Handling Precautions

Important notes for proper use and handling to prevent damage and ensure safety.

Safety Instructions

Introduction and Initial Setup

Before Using the Unit

Key considerations before powering on and operating the receiver for the first time.

Installation Precautions

Guidelines for proper placement to avoid interference and ensure adequate ventilation.

Features and Handling

Receiver Features Overview

Details on digital sound decoding, THX certification, Dolby/DTS compatibility, and audio capabilities.

Handling Precautions

Important notes on handling the unit, including input jack usage and muting.

Connections Guide

Connecting Audio Components

Guide to connecting various audio sources like tape decks, CD players, turntables, and digital devices.

Connecting Power Sources

Details on using the AC outlets for power and connecting the AC cord.

Connecting Video Components

Video Input/Output Connections

Instructions for connecting TVs, VDPs, VCRs, and monitors using various video signals.

S-Video Component Connections

S-Video Connection Guide

Detailed instructions for connecting components using S-Video jacks for enhanced video quality.

Component Video Connections

Component Video Connections

How to connect DVD players and monitors using Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr component video jacks.

Antenna Connections

FM and AM Antenna Setup

Instructions for connecting FM and AM antennas, including assembly and installation.

Advanced Input Connections

External Input (EXT. IN) Jacks

Connecting outboard decoders for multi-channel audio signals.

Multi Source Jacks

Connecting for multi-room audio playback, allowing different sources in other rooms.

Speaker Setup and Protection

Speaker System Connections

Guidance on connecting speakers, ensuring correct polarity, and managing impedance.

Speaker Impedance and Protection

Information on speaker impedance compatibility and the unit's protective circuit.

Part Names and Functions

Front Panel Controls

Identification and function of buttons, dials, and indicators on the receiver's front panel.

Remote Control Unit

RC-8000 Remote Overview

Details of the remote control unit's buttons, touch panel, and overall layout.

System Setup and Configuration

Initial System Setup

Overview of system setup items and default factory settings for optimal configuration.

Speaker and Audio Configuration

Settings for speaker type, crossover, subwoofer, channel levels, and delay times.

Advanced System Settings

Configuring digital inputs, multi-zone, on-screen display, and tuner presets.

Speaker System Layout and Surround Functions

Speaker System Layout Examples

Visual guide to speaker placement for different systems and configurations.

Surround Speaker Selection

Function to optimize sound fields by switching between surround speaker systems (A and B).

System Setup Procedure

Initiating System Setup

Step-by-step guide to begin the system setup process using the remote control.

Setting Speaker Configuration

Speaker Type and Size Settings

How to configure speaker types (Large/Small) and their presence for optimal sound.

Surround Speaker and Crossover Settings

Surround Speaker Mode Selection

Assigning surround speakers (A, B, A+B) for different surround modes.

Crossover Frequency Adjustment

Setting the frequency for bass redirection to the subwoofer or main speakers.

Crossover and Subwoofer Settings

Crossover Frequency Modes

Explanation of FIXED-THX and VARIABLE modes for bass management.

Subwoofer Mode Configuration

Setting the subwoofer mode for LFE+Main or LFE-THX playback.

Surround Mode Settings (EX/ES)

Auto Flag Detect Mode (AFDM)

Automatic detection for THX Surround EX/DTS ES signals for optimal playback.

Delay Time Setup

Measuring and Setting Speaker Delay

Guide to measuring speaker distances and setting delay times for surround sound.

Multi Zone Control Setup

Power Amplifier Assignment for Multi-Zone

Assigning the power amplifier for surround back or multi-zone use.

Multi Zone Level Configuration

Setting Multi-Zone Volume Level

Adjusting the multi-zone output volume, either variable or fixed.

Channel Level Adjustment

Setting Speaker Levels with Test Tones

Using test tones to equalize playback levels across all speakers for balanced sound.

Speaker Level Calibration Methods

Details on using Auto and Manual test tone modes for precise speaker level calibration.

Subwoofer Peak Limit Setting

Setting Maximum Bass Level

Procedure to set the peak limiter to prevent subwoofer distortion and damage.

Digital Input Assignment

Assigning Digital Input Jacks

Configuring digital input jacks for various sources like CD, DVD, and TV.

Display and Tuning Settings

On-Screen Display (OSD) Control

Enabling or disabling on-screen display messages for operations and status.

Automatic FM/AM Tuning

How to automatically search and store radio stations using preset memory.

Remote Control and System Completion

Finalizing System Setup

Steps to exit the system setup menu and confirm settings.

Remote Control Operation Guide

How to use the remote control unit effectively, including aiming and placement tips.

Operation and Remote Control

Basic Operation Guide

Initial steps for operating the unit, including checking connections and turning on power.

Remote Control Unit Operations

Instructions for navigating menus and selecting pages using the remote control's jog stick and buttons.

Playing Input Sources

Selecting Input Sources

How to choose which audio/video source to play using the receiver.

Input Mode Selection Function

Understanding and selecting input modes (AUTO, PCM, DTS, ANALOG, EXT. IN) for optimal signal processing.

Playback Adjustments

Selecting Playback Modes and Volume

Choosing stereo, digital, or analog modes and adjusting master volume.

Tone Control Adjustment

Adjusting bass and treble levels to fine-tune the sound quality.

Playback Features and Controls

Headphone and Muting Functions

How to listen with headphones and temporarily mute audio output.

Image and Display Control

Combining sound with video, controlling on-screen display, and dimming the front panel display.

Surround Speaker Selection

Switching between surround speaker systems (A, B, A+B) for different audio outputs.

Multi-Source and Recording

Multi-Room Audio Playback

Setting up multi-room music playback using MULTI SOURCE terminals.

Recording Digital Sources

How to record Dolby Digital and DTS sources to tape or VCR.

Multi-Room Output (MULTI Mode)

Outputting Sources to Other Rooms

Configuring the unit to output selected sources to other rooms via MULTI ZONE terminals.

External Input (EXT. IN) Playback

Using External Decoders

Setting up and canceling the external input mode for direct audio processing.

Audio Playback Modes

Pure Direct and Direct Modes

High-fidelity playback modes for music and general audio.

Stereo Mode and Video Settings

Adjusting tone for stereo playback and controlling video circuitry.

Multi-Room Music System

Using RC-8001ST Charger Base

Setting up a multi-room system with the RC-8001ST for audio playback.

Multi-Zone Output Options

PRE OUT (Multi Zone) Terminals

Using PRE OUT terminals for fixed or variable multi-zone audio output.

Room-to-Room Remote Control

Using remote control units for operating the receiver from another room.

Surround Function Setup

Surround Sound Calibration

Using test tones to adjust speaker levels for optimal surround sound.

Channel Volume Adjustment

Manually adjusting individual speaker channel volumes for desired sound balance.

Fader Function

Adjusting Front/Rear Channel Balance

Controlling the volume balance between front and rear channels for sound adjustment.

Surround Mode Recommendations

Optimizing Modes for Different Sources

Selecting surround modes based on source type (Dolby Digital, DTS, Stereo) for best audio performance.

Personal Memory Plus Functionality

How the system memorizes settings for different sources and modes.

THX Surround EX and Home THX Cinema

Using Home THX Cinema Mode

Steps to set up and play sources in Home THX Cinema mode, including Dolby Surround.

Surround Parameters for THX/Dolby

Configuring decoder, AFDM, and SB CH OUT settings for THX and Dolby modes.

THX/Dolby Digital/DTS Playback

Playing Digital Sources in THX/Home THX

Steps to play Dolby Digital or DTS sources in THX/Home THX modes.

Checking Input Signal Status

How to view signal type, frequency, format, offset, and flag information.

Dolby Digital and DTS Surround Modes

Digital Input Setup for Dolby/DTS

Selecting sources and modes for Dolby Digital and DTS playback via digital inputs.

Surround Parameter Adjustment

Adjusting parameters like CINEMA EQ, LFE, TONE, and SB CH OUT for Dolby/DTS modes.

Surround Parameter Details

Cinema EQ and Dynamic Range

Adjusting Cinema EQ for bright soundtracks and Dynamic Range Compression for late-night listening.

LFE and Dialogue Normalization

Setting LFE levels for DTS/Dolby and enabling dialogue normalization.

Dolby Pro Logic II Mode

Selecting Dolby Pro Logic II Modes

Choosing between CINEMA, MUSIC, and EMULATION modes for Dolby Pro Logic II playback.

Dolby Pro Logic II Surround Parameters

Adjusting Pro Logic II Parameters

Fine-tuning Pro Logic II modes, Panorama, Dimension, and Center Width controls.

DTS Neo:6 Mode Setup

Configuring DTS Neo:6 Parameters

Selecting CINEMA or MUSIC modes and adjusting DTS Neo:6 parameters.

Denon Original Surround Modes

Surround Mode Features

Explains features of modes like Wide Screen, Rock Arena, Jazz Club, etc.

Personal Memory Plus Functionality

How the system memorizes settings for different sources and modes.

DSP Surround Simulation

Selecting and Adjusting DSP Modes

Guide to selecting DSP modes like Super Stadium and adjusting parameters.

Tone Control Adjustment

Adjusting Bass and Treble via Remote

Using the remote control to adjust bass and treble levels for desired sound.

Tone Control Operation (Main Unit)

How to use the main unit's controls to adjust bass and treble.

Surround Parameter Details

Surround Effect and Level Settings

Explains EFFECT, LEVEL, ROOM SIZE, and EFFECT LEVEL parameters for surround effects.

Surround Back Channel and Delay

Configuring SB CH OUT, Delay Time, and Tone Control for surround sound.

Surround Mode and Parameter Summary

Mode Signal and Adjustability Overview

Table detailing signal compatibility and parameter adjustability across various surround modes.

Input Signal vs. Surround Mode Names

How surround mode names change based on the type of input signal received.

Tuner Operation

Automatic Radio Tuning

Step-by-step guide for auto-tuning FM/AM radio stations.

Manual Radio Tuning

How to manually tune and select radio stations using the remote control.

Radio Preset Memory

Storing Radio Stations

Procedure for saving tuned radio stations into memory presets.

Viewing Preset Stations

How to check the list of stored radio stations using the on-screen display.

Memory and Initialization

Recalling Preset Radio Stations

How to select and play previously stored radio stations.

Last Function Memory

Unit retains last used settings when powered off.

Microprocessor Initialization

Procedure to reset the unit to factory defaults if malfunctions occur.

Troubleshooting Guide

Common Issues and Solutions

A table listing common problems, their causes, and recommended measures for resolution.

Additional Information

Optimizing Surround Sound

Guidance on achieving optimal surround sound based on source types and speaker configurations.

Surround Back Speaker Implementation

THX Surround EX System Setup

Explanation of surround back channels and their role in THX Surround EX systems.

Surround Back Speaker Configuration

Guidance on the number and placement of surround back speakers for optimal effect.

Speaker Setting Examples

THX Surround EX Speaker Placement

Examples for setting up THX Surround EX systems, including basic movie watching and diffusion speakers.

Speaker Configuration Scenarios

Dual Surround Speakers for Movies/Music

Using different speaker sets for movies and music playback.

Setup Without Surround Back Speakers

Guidelines for speaker placement when not using surround back speakers.

Dolby Surround Information

Dolby Digital (AC-3) Overview

Explains Dolby Digital as a multi-channel audio format with its features.

Dolby Digital vs. Pro Logic

Comparison of Dolby Digital and Pro Logic surround systems.

Dolby Digital Playback Methods

Details on compatible media and playback methods for Dolby Digital.

Advanced Dolby and DTS Formats

Dolby Pro Logic II Features

Details on Dolby Pro Logic II's improvements over conventional Pro Logic and its parameters.

DTS Digital Surround Overview

Introduction to DTS Digital Surround, its features, and compatibility.

DTS Playback Methods

Information on DTS compatible media and playback methods.

Advanced DTS Formats (ES/Neo:6)

DTS-ES Extended Surround Explained

Details on DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 and Matrix 6.1 formats for enhanced surround.

DTS Neo:6 Surround Modes

Modes for DTS Neo:6, including Cinema and Music, for 6.1-channel playback.

DTS 96/24 and THX Cinema

DTS 96/24 Format Details

Explanation of DTS 96/24 for high-sampling frequency audio, including DVD audio sources.

Home THX Cinema Surround Technologies

Overview of THX technologies like Re-Equalization, Timbre Matching, and Adaptive Decorrelation.

THX Surround EX System Details

THX Surround EX System Overview

Explanation of the THX Surround EX system, its features, and compatibility.

System Setup for THX Surround EX

Default settings for speaker configuration, crossover, and subwoofer for THX Surround EX.

Surround Mode and Parameter Summary

Mode Signal and Adjustability Overview

Table detailing signal compatibility and parameter adjustability across various surround modes.

Input Signal vs. Surround Mode Names

How surround mode names change based on the type of input signal received.

Specifications

Audio Section Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for power amplifier, output terminals, and analog/digital inputs.

Video Section Specifications

Technical details for video jacks, input/output levels, and frequency response.

Tuner Section Specifications

Specifications for tuner receiving range, sensitivity, signal-to-noise ratio, and distortion.

General Specifications

Details on power supply, consumption, dimensions, mass, and remote control unit.