Denon AVRE300 Bedienungsanleitung

AVR-E300 INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER Owner’s Manual Basic instructions Advanced instructions Information DVD[...]

I n SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CA UTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NO T OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence [...]

II n NO TES ON USE WARNINGS • Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sucient heat dispersion when installed in a rack. • Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord. • Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust. • Unplug the power cord when not using the unit for long periods of time. • Do [...]

1 Thank you for purchasing this Denon product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference. Getting started Basic instructions ···················································[...]

2 Features 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 [...]

3 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[...]

Basic instructions 4 F Connections v page5 F Setup v page20 F Playback (Basic operation) v page27 F Network content v page44 F Selecting a listening mode (Sound Mode) v page69 For speaker connections, see page75 . Basic instructions Here we explain the connections and basic operation methods for this unit. Basic instructions Advan[...]

5 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. n HDMI devices v page9 v page10 v page10 v page10 v page[...]

6 Important information Relationship between video signals and monitor output 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). G Flow of video signals H HDMI connector HDMI signal HDMI signal Video signal Video signal Video connector HDMI-com[...]

7 Connecting HDMI devices You can connect up to six HDMI-compatible devices (5-inputs/1-output) to the unit. 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 oer the following benefits that can not be achieved with other connection methods. • [...]

8 Connecting HDMI devices n About 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 n[...]

9 Connecting HDMI devices Connecting this unit to a TV via HDMI connections Cables used for connections Audio and video cable (sold separately) HDMI cable • This interface allows transfer of digital video signals and digital audio signals over a single HDMI cable. (ARC) IN HDMI TV • Video signals are not output if the input video signals [...]

10 Connecting HDMI devices OUT HDMI G Front panel H Video camcorder • When connecting a device that supports Deep Color, please use a “High Speed HDMI cable” or “High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet”. • Video signals are not output if the input video signals do not match the display’s resolution. In this case, switch the Blu-ray [...]

11 Connecting HDMI devices n About Content Type This function was added with the HDMI standard. It automatically makes settings suitable for the video- output type (content information). n Deep Color ( v page122 ) When a device supporting Deep Color is connected (such as an HD camcorder), use a cable compatible with “High Speed HDMI cable” o[...]

12 Connecting other devices For highest quality video and surround playback, it is recommended to use an HDMI cable to connect this unit to TV and other video devices ( v page7 “Connecting HDMI devices”). This section describes alternate connection methods when your device does not support HDMI connections. Connection methods for various dev[...]

13 Connecting a TV • 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” ( v page9 ). • To listen to TV audio through this unit, use the optical digital connection. VIDEO A UDIO IN VIDEO OPTICAL [...]

14 n Audio 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. a DIGITAL AUDIO COAXIAL connector When a multichannel audio (digital bit s[...]

15 Connecting other devices Connecting a media player This section describes how to connect when your media player does not support HDMI connections. For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting HDMI devices” ( v page7 ). R L R L VIDEO A UDIO A UDIO R L OUT OUT VIDEO a a Media player n Audio connection The following methods are avai[...]

16 Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port • You can enjoy music stored on an iPod or USB memory device. • For operating instructions see “Playing an iPod” ( v page 29 ) or “Playing a USB memory device” ( v page32 ). Cables used for connections To connect an iPod to this unit, use the USB adapter cable that w[...]

17 Connecting an FM/AM antenna • Connect the FM antenna supplied with the unit to enjoy listening to radio broadcasts. • After connecting the antenna and receiving a broadcast signal ( v page 35 “Listening to FM/AM broadcasts”), fix the antenna with tape in a position where the noise level becomes minimal. n AM loop antenna assemb[...]

18 Connecting to a home network (LAN) You can connect this unit to your home network (LAN) to perform various types of playbacks and operations as follows. Make network connections for this unit by carefully reading information on this page. • Playback of network audio such as Internet Radio and from your media server(s) • Playback of mus[...]

19 Connecting the power cord After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet. To household power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Power cord NOTE • 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 Assist[...]

20 The acoustic characteristics of the connected speakers and listening room are measured and the optimum settings are made automatically. This is called “Audyssey ® Setup”. To perform measurement, place the Setup and measurement microphone in multiple locations all around the listening area. For best results, we recommend you measure in six p[...]

21 2 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. n When using a subwoofer with a direct mode Set the direct mode to “On” and disable the volume adjustment and crossover frequency setting. n When using a subwoofer without a direct[...]

22 Preparation (Continued) Detection & Measurement (Main) Set up speakers (Audyssey® Setup) 4 Select “Start” and then press ENTER . Audyssey Setup Connect the calibration microphone to the SETUP MIC input on the front the AV receiver. Back Next 5 Select “Next” and then press ENTER . The subwoofer volume setting screen is displayed. Bac[...]

23 Calculation Set up speakers (Audyssey® Setup) 10 Repeat step 9, measuring positions 3 to 6. When measurement of position 6 is completed, a “Measurements Complete.” message is displayed. Audyssey Setup Measurements Complete. Calculation Repeat Last Test 11 Select “Calculation” and then press ENTER . Measuring results are analyzed, and th[...]

24 Set up speakers (Audyssey® Setup) 13 Select “Store” and then press ENTER . Save the measurement results. Audyssey Setup Now Storing... please wait... 75% Audyssey Setup Check processing result. To proceed, select “Store”. Speaker Config. Distances Levels Crossovers Store • Saving the results requires about 20 seconds. • During[...]

25 Error messages 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 diers from the actual c[...]

26 Check Results This function enables you to check the measurement results and equalizer characteristics after Audyssey ® Setup. 1 Press SETUP to display the menu on the TV screen. 2 Use u to select “Speakers” – “Audyssey ® Setup” and then press ENTER or p . 3 Use i to select “Check Results” and then press ENTER . Audyssey Setup Yo[...]

27 Playback (Basic operation) Setup ( v page20 ) n Turning the power on ( v page27 ) n Selecting the input source ( v page27 ) n Adjusting the master volume ( v page28 ) n Turning o the sound temporarily ( v page28 ) n Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player ( v page28 ) n Playing an iPod ( v page29 ) n Playing a USB memory[...]

28 Adjusting the master volume Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume. • The volume display method varies depending on the “Scale” setting ( v page89 ). n When the “Scale” setting ( v page89 ) is “0 – 98” G Adjustable range H 0.0 0.5 – 98.0 n When the “Scale” setting ( v page89 ) is “–79.5dB – 18.0dB” G Adjusta[...]

29 Playing an iPod You can use the USB cable provided with the iPod to connect the iPod with the unit’s USB port and enjoy music stored on the iPod. For information on the iPod models that can be played back with this unit, see “Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port” ( v page16 ). Listening to music on an iPod The iPod di[...]

30 Playing an iPod n Setting operation mode (iPod Browse Mode) 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”. 1 Press iPod/USB to switch the input source to “iPod/ USB”. 2 Press OPTION . The option menu[...]

31 Playing an iPod n Performing repeat playback (Repeat) 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 . OPTION iPod Title Now Playing Artist Album 00:06 100% Previous Option Pause Next Back Option Repeat Random iPod Browse Mode Video Select [...]

32 Playing a USB memory device Playing back music or viewing still picture (JPEG) files stored on a USB memory device. 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[...]

33 Playing files stored on USB memory devices 1 Connect the USB memory device to the USB port ( v page16 ). 2 Press iPod/USB to switch the input source to “iPod/USB”. D&M1 D&M2 D&M3 Music1 Music2 Music3 Music4 OPTION USB [1/9] Option 3 Use ui to select the search item or folder, then press ENTER or p . 4 Use ui to select the fi[...]

34 Playing a USB memory device n USB memory device operation buttons Operation buttons Function PAGE df Page search INFO Display of information such as the source name, volume, and sound mode name etc. OPTION Text Search / Repeat playback / Random playback / Slideshow Time / Video Select uio p Cursor operation / Next/Previous ( ui ) / Fast-forward/[...]

35 Listening to FM/AM broadcasts For antenna connections, see “Connecting an FM/AM antenna” ( v page17 ). How to tune in The modes for receiving FM broadcasts consists of “Auto” mode that automatically searches available broadcast stations and “Manual” mode that lets you tune in using buttons to change the frequency. The default sett[...]

36 Listening to FM/AM broadcasts n Changing the screen display duration Make this setting at “Now Playing” ( v page 93 ) in the menu. The default setting is “Always On”. When “Auto O” is set, the on-screen display is turned o 30 seconds after an operation. Press uio p while the display is o to return to the original screen. [...]

37 Listening to FM/AM broadcasts n Tuning in by entering the radio frequency (Direct Tune) You can enter the receiving frequency directly to tune in. 1 Press TUNER to switch the input source to “TUNER”. 2 Press OPTION . The option menu screen is displayed. 3 Use ui to select “Direct Tune”, then press ENTER . The direct tuner screen is displ[...]

38 Listening to FM/AM broadcasts n Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset. 1 Tune in the broadcast station you want to preset. 2 Press OPTION . The option menu screen is displayed. 3 Use ui to select “Preset Memory[...]

39 Listening to FM/AM broadcasts n Changing the tuning mode (Tune Mode) 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. 1 Press TUNER to switch the input source to “TUNER”. 2 Press OPTION . The option menu screen is displa[...]

40 Listening to FM/AM broadcasts n Tuning in to radio stations and presetting them automatically (Auto Preset) Up to 56 stations can be preset. If “Auto Preset” is performed after performing “Preset Memory”, the “Preset Memory” settings will be overwritten. 1 Press TUNER to switch the input source to “TUNER”. 2 Press OPTION . The op[...]

41 Listening to FM/AM broadcasts n Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) You can set the name to the preset broadcast station or change it. Up to eight characters can be input. 1 Press TUNER to switch the input source to “TUNER”. 2 Press OPTION . The option menu screen is displayed. 3 Use ui to select “Preset Name”, [...]

42 Listening to FM/AM broadcasts n Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 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. 1 Press TUNER to switch the input source to “TUNER?[...]

43 Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Cancelling preset skip 1 While the Preset Skip screen is displayed, use o p to select a group containing a broadcast station to cancel the skip for. 2 Use ui to select a broadcast station to cancel the skip for. G TV Screen H CH 3 FM 92.50MHz CH 2 FM 92.30MHz CH 1 FM 92.10MHz Preset Group Set No. 1-8 to skip CH 6 FM[...]

44 Listening to Internet Radio Internet Radio refers to radio broadcasts distributed over the Internet. Internet Radio stations from around the world can be received. Important information The broad cast station types and specifications supported by this unit for playback are as follows. G Playable broadcast station types H Supported file types I[...]

45 Listening to Internet Radio n Adjusting the sound quality (Restorer) Make this setting at “Restorer” ( v page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[...]

46 Listening to Internet Radio n Using vTuner to add Internet Radio stations to favorites 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 dicult, because there are too many stations. If this is the case, then please use vTuner, an Internet Rad[...]

47 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 • The network audio playback function of this unit connects to the server using technologies shown below. • Windows Media Player Network [...]

48 Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS Applying media sharing settings Here, we apply the settings to share music files stored on a PC and NAS on the network. n Sharing 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 proced[...]

49 Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS Use this procedure to play music files, image files or playlists. 1 Prepare for playback. q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s power ( v page 18 “Connecting to a home network (LAN)”). w If settings are required, make the “Setti[...]

50 Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS 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. n Searching content with keywords (Text Search) ( v page62 ) [...]

51 Using online services This unit supports playback of the online services shown below. n About Flickr ( v page52 ) 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 [...]

52 Using online services Viewing photographs on the Flickr site You can view photographs shared by particular users, or all of the photographs shared on Flickr. n Viewing photographs shared by particular users 1 Prepare for playback. q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s power ( v page 18 “Connecting to a home network (LA[...]

53 Using online services n Viewing all photographs on Flickr 1 Use ui to select “All Content”, then press ENTER or p . OPTION Flickr [1/2] Add Flickr Contact All Content Option 2 Use ui to select the folder, and then press ENTER or p . Interestingness Displays photographs that are popular from the number of user comments or number of times they[...]

54 Using online services Listening to Pandora® 1 Prepare for playback. q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s power ( v page 18 “Connecting to a home network (LAN)”). w If settings are required, make the “Settings” ( v page104 ). e Complete step 4 and obtain a Pandora account. • If you already have a Pandora[...]

55 Using online services 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. n Displaying your desired video on the monitor during audio playback (Video Select) ([...]

56 Using online services n Listening to an existing station Use ui and select the radio station (“D&M2 Radio”) that you want to listen to, and press ENTER or p . OPTION D&M2 Radio Title Now Playing Artist Album 00:06 100% Pause Next Menu Back Option Listening to created radio stations at random Use ui to select “Quick Mix”, then pre[...]

57 Using online services n Pandora operation buttons Operation buttons Function PAGE df Page search INFO Display of information such as the source name, volume, and sound mode name OPTION 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 BACK Return[...]

58 Using online services Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio 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. q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s power ( v page 18 “C[...]

59 Using online services n Sign out Disassociate this unit from your SiriusXM account. 1 While the SiriusXM top menu is displayed, press BACK . 2 When the popup menu appears, use o p to select “Yes”, then press ENTER . SiriusXM [1/20] Pop Rock Dance/Electronic Hip-Hop/R&B Country Chirisitan Jazz/Standards OPTION BACK Option Exit Sign Out Ar[...]

60 Using online services Listening to 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. For details, see the Spotify homepage. http://www.spotify.com 1 Prepare for playback. q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit?[...]

61 Using online services 9 Press p while a track is playing. The Spotify menu screen is displayed. [1/3] Star this track Browse “Artist name” Browse “Album name” Track-Artist Back Star this track Adds a star to the selected track. Browse “Artist name” Displays the list of albums by the artist of the track that is being played back. Brow[...]

62 Convenient functions Here, we explain how to use convenient functions for NETWORK sources and USB sources. The source names under the titles of each function’s description are sources that allow use of these functions. n Searching content with keywords (Text Search) ( v page62 ) n Performing repeat playback (Repeat) ( v page62 ) n Perfor[...]

63 Convenient functions Performing random playback (Random) USB Media Server Spotify 1 While content is playing, press OPTION . The option menu screen is displayed. 2 Use ui to select “Random”, then press ENTER . OPTION USB Title Now Playing Artist Album 00:06 100% Previous Option Pause Next Back MP3 128kbps Repeat Option Random Slideshow Video[...]

64 Convenient functions Favorites function There are two ways to add content to favorites: q Add to favorites from the Option menu w Add to the FAVORITE STATION button n Add to favorites from the Option menu (Save to Favorite) Internet Radio Media Server You can add up to 100 items as favorites for all sources (Internet Radio and Media Server). 1 W[...]

65 Convenient functions n Deleting content added to favorites (Remove from Fav.) 1 Press NETWORK . 2 Use uio p to select “Favorites”, then press ENTER . Favorites Internet Radio Media Server Spotify Network 3 Use ui to select the content you want to delete from favorites, then press OPTION . The option menu screen is displayed. 4 Use ui to sele[...]

66 Convenient functions 4 If you selected “On” in step 3, press i and select “Source”. 5 Press o p to select the input source for video you want to play back, and press ENTER . Playback starts. NOTE Input sources for which “Hide” is selected at “Hide Sources” ( v page97 ) cannot be selected. Displaying your desired video on the m[...]

67 AirPlay function Enjoy music from your iTunes library with high quality sound anywhere in your home. Use the Apple Remote App z for iPhone, iPod touch and iPad to control iTunes from any room in your home. z Available as a free download from the App Store. n Streaming music stored in iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad directly to the unit If you update[...]

68 AirPlay function n Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit of this unit With this unit’s remote control unit, you can perform iTunes song play, pause, and auto search (cue) operations. 1 Select “Edit” – “Preferences...” on the menu. 2 Select “Devices” in the iTunes setting window. 3 Check “Allow iTunes a[...]

69 Selecting a listening mode (Sound Mode) 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 subscri[...]

70 Selecting a listening mode n Listening mode • The following listening modes can be selected using the MOVIE , MUSIC , GAME , and PURE buttons. • Adjust the sound field eect with the menu “Surr.Parameter” ( v page86 ) to enjoy surround sound the way you like it. Operation button Input signal Listening mode MOVIE 2-channel z 1[...]

71 Selecting a listening mode z 1 2-channel also includes analog input. z 2 This mode plays back 2-channel sources in 5.1-channel playback. It cannot be selected when headphones are used, or when only front speakers are used. z 3 Some listening modes cannot be selected, depending on the audio format or number of channels of the input signal. For de[...]

72 Selecting a listening mode n Description of listening mode types Dolby listening mode Listening mode type Description DOLBY PL g This mode can be selected when the Dolby Pro Logic g decoder is used to play back 2-channel sources in 5.1-channel surround sound with an enveloping surround sound experience. DOLBY DIGITAL This mode can be selected wh[...]

Advanced instructions 73 F Installation/connection/setup of speakers (Advanced) v page74 F Playback (Advanced operation) v page78 F How to make detailed settings v page81 Advanced instructions Here we explain functions and operations in more detail so that you can maximize your enjoyment with this unit. Basic instructions Advanced instruct[...]

74 Procedure for speaker settings Speaker installation Speaker connection ( v page75 ) 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 sh[...]

75 Speaker connection Here we connect the speakers in the room to this unit. This section explains how to connect them using typical examples. n Connecting 5.1-channel speakers ( v page76 ) n Connecting 2.1-channel speakers ( v page77 ) NOTE • Disconnect this unit’s power plug from the power outlet before connecting the speakers. Also,[...]

76 Speaker connection n About the speaker cable label (supplied) for channel identification The channel display section for speaker terminals on the rear panel is color-coded for each channel to be identifiable. Speaker terminals Color FRONT L White FRONT R Red CENTER Green SURROUND L Light blue SURROUND R Blue Attach the speaker cable label for [...]

77 Speaker connection Connecting 2.1-channel speakers FL FR C SW NOTE • For speaker cable connections, see page75 . • For speaker impedance, see page75 . Basic instructions Advanced instructions Information Advanced instructions DVD[...]

78 Setup ( v page20 ) Playback (Basic operation) ( v page27 ) Selecting a listening mode (Sound Mode) ( v page69 ) n HDMI control function ( v page78 ) n Sleep timer function ( v page79 ) n Quick select function ( v page80 ) n Various memory functions ( v page80 ) Playback (Advanced operation) HDMI control function A recent add[...]

79 HDMI control function If the HDMI control function does not operate properly, check the following points. • Is the TV or player compatible with the HDMI control function? • Is “HDMI Control” ( v page92 ) set to “On”? • Is “Power O Control” ( v page92 ) set to “All” or “Video”? • Are the HDMI contr[...]

80 Quick select function You can save settings such as the input source selection, volume level, and sound mode at the QUICK SELECT 1 – 4 buttons. You can simply press one of the set QUICK SELECT buttons for subsequent playback to switch to various saved settings all at once. • By saving frequently used settings at the QUICK SELECT 1 – 4 b[...]

81 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. How to make detailed settings Setting items Detailed items Description [...]

82 Examples of menu screen displays Typical examples are described below. G Example 1 H Menu selection screen (Top menu) Dialog Level Audio Subwoofer Level Surr. Parameter Tone Restorer Audio Delay Volume Audyssey Manual EQ q List of GUI menu setup icons w Currently selected setup item e List of GUI menu setup items Press ui to select “Audio” a[...]

83 Examples of menu and front display Below we describe typical examples of displays on the TV screen and on the set’s display window. Menu display Front display Description Top menu display Setup Menu Audio Video Inputs Speakers Network General Setup Assistant w w Audio q Press SETUP to display the menu screen. w TV screen: Displays the selected[...]

84 Inputting characters On this unit, you can change the name displayed on the following screens to the names that you prefer. • Text Search ( v page62 ) • Preset Name ( v page41 ) • Source Rename ( v page97 ) • Friendly Name ( v page103 ) • Quick Sel.Names ( v page107 ) • Character input for the network[...]

85 Audio Make audio-related settings. Menu operation 1 Press SETUP . The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Use ui to select the menu to be set or operated. 3 Press ENTER or p to enter the setting. • To return to the previous item, press o or BACK . • Exiting the Menu, press SETUP while the menu is displayed. The menu display disappear[...]

86 Surr.Parameter Default settings are underlined. You can adjust the surround audio sound field eects 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” ( v page118 ).[...]

87 Setting items Setting details 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”. 0ms – 300ms (30ms) Eect Level Adjust the sound eect level of the current listening mode. 1 – 15 (10) Set to a lower level if the positioning and sense of phase of the[...]

88 Restorer Compressed audio formats such as MP3, WMA (Windows Media Audio) and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the amount of data by eliminating signal components that are hard for the human ear to hear. The “Restorer” function generates the signals eliminated upon compression, restoring the sound to conditions near those of the original sound before compre[...]

89 Audio Volume Default settings are underlined. Set the MAIN ZONE (room where the unit is located) volume setting. Setting items Setting details Scale Set how volume is displayed. 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. • The “Scale” setting is applied [...]

90 Audio Setting items Setting details Dynamic EQ Solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics. Works with MultEQ ® . On : Use Dynamic EQ. O : Do not use Dynamic EQ. is displayed when set to “On”. NOTE When the menu “Dynamic EQ” setting is “On”, i[...]

91 Video Make video-related settings. Menu operation 1 Press SETUP . The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Use ui to select the menu to be set or operated. 3 Press ENTER or p to enter the setting. • To return to the previous item, press o or BACK . • Exiting the Menu, press SETUP while the menu is displayed. The menu display disappear[...]

92 Video HDMI Setup Default settings are underlined. Make settings for HDMI video/audio output. Setting items Setting details Auto Lip Sync Make automatic compensation for timing shift in audio and video output. On : Compensated. O : Not compensated. HDMI Audio Out Select HDMI audio output device. AVR : Play back through speakers connected to th[...]

93 Video On Screen Disp. Default settings are underlined. Select the on-screen display user interface preferences. Setting items Setting details Volume Sets where to display the master volume level. Bottom : Display at the bottom. Top : Display at the top. O : Turn display o. When the master volume display is hard to see when superimposed tex[...]

94 Inputs Perform settings related to input source playback. • You do not have to change the settings to use the unit. Make settings when needed. Menu operation 1 Press SETUP . The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Use ui to select the menu to be set or operated. 3 Press ENTER or p to enter the setting. • To return to the previous ite[...]

95 Setting items Setting details HDMI Set this to change the HDMI input connectors assigned to the input sources. CBL/SAT DVD Blu-ray GAME AUX MEDIA PLAYER TV AUDIO 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / Front : Assign an HDMI input connector to the selected input source. – : Do not assign an HDMI input connector to the selected input source. • At time of purchase[...]

96 Setting items Setting details DIGITAL Set this to change the digital audio input connectors assigned to the input sources. CBL/SAT DVD Blu-ray GAME AUX MEDIA PLAYER TV AUDIO 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. ?[...]

97 Inputs Source Rename 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 dierent. 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. Setting d[...]

98 Speakers 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 ® ( v page 89 , 90 ). • Can be used without changing the settings. Please set if necessary. Menu opera[...]

99 Manual Setup Default settings are underlined. 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 ® ( v page89 , 90[...]

100 Setting items Setting details Crossovers Set the maximum frequency of the bass signal output from each channel to the subwoofer. Set the Crossover Frequency to suit the bass reproduction capability of the speaker being used. Speaker Select. : Selects how to set the crossover frequency. See the speaker manual for information concerning speaker c[...]

101 Speakers Setting items Setting details Bass Set subwoofer and LFE signal range playback. 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 cha[...]

102 Network 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” settin[...]

103 Information Display network information. Setting details Friendly Name / DHCP On or O / IP Address / MAC Address MAC Address is required to make a vTuner account. IP Control Default settings are underlined. Enables network communication in standby power mode. Setting details O In Standby : Suspend network function during standby. Always O[...]

104 Network Settings Make settings for wired LAN. Only set “Settings” when connecting to a network without a DHCP function. Setting details Information Network IP Control Friendly Name Settings Diagnostics q DHCP Settings - IP Address - Subnet Mask - Default Gateway - Primary DNS - Secondary DNS Off 192 . 168 . 000 . 001 255 . 255 . 255 . 000 0[...]

105 Network Diagnostics Used to check the network connection. Setting items Setting details Physical Connection Checks the physical LAN port connection. OK : Connected. Error : The LAN cable is not connected. Check the connection. Router Access Checks the connection from this unit to the router. OK : Accessed. Error : Failed to communicate with the[...]

106 General Make various other settings. Menu operation 1 Press SETUP . The menu is displayed on the TV screen. 2 Use ui to select the menu to be set or operated. 3 Press ENTER or p to enter the setting. • To return to the previous item, press o or BACK . • Exiting the Menu, press SETUP while the menu is displayed. The menu display disapp[...]

107 General Language Default settings are underlined. Set the language for display on the menu screen. Setting details English / Français / Español “Language” can also be set by the following procedure. However, the menu screen is not displayed. Following the display content to make the setting. 1. Press and hold the main unit’s TUNER PRESE[...]

108 Information Show information about receiver settings, input signals, etc. Items Setting details Audio Show information about audio input signals. Sound Mode : The currently set surround mode. Input Signal : The input signal type. Format : The number of input signal channels (presence of front, surround, LFE). Sample Rate : The input signal’s [...]

109 Usage Data 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 ho[...]

110 General Setting items Setting details Add New Feature Display new features that can be downloaded to this unit and perform an upgrade. NOTE In cases where it is not possible to connect to the network after adding a new function, connect to the network again using “Network” ( v page102 ). Upgrade Package : Display the items to be upgraded[...]

Information 111 F Part names and functions v page112 F Other information v page117 F Troubleshooting v page124 F Specifications v page128 F Index v page129 Information Here we list other information related to this unit. Please refer to this information as needed. Basic instructions Advanced instructions Information Information DVD[...]

112 Front panel For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Q0 Q4 Q1 Q2 Q3 y r t e q w i o u q Power operation button ( X ) ··················································· ( 27 ) Turns power to this unit on and o (standby). w Power indicator ·········?[...]

113 Display r e t y u i o Q0 q w 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 ( v page28 ). r Master volume indicator t Circle indicator Circle indicator is displayed when the input sour[...]

114 Rear panel See the page indicated in parentheses ( ). q r w i o u t y e q Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS) ············································· ( 76 ) w Power cord ··································································[...]

115 Remote control unit For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). ENTER 1 2 3 RC-1181 POWER SLEEP CHANNEL PAGE Blu-ray INTER NET R ADIO MEDIA SERVER TUNER DVD AUX T V AUDIO NET WORK CB L /SA T GAME iPo d/ USB SOUND MODE PURE MOVIE GAME MUSIC SET UP VOLUME OPTION INFO BACK TUNE FA VORITE STA TION MUTE ME D IA PLAY ER[...]

116 Remote control unit Inserting the batteries q Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it. w Load the two batteries properly as indicated by the marks in the battery compartment. R03/AAA e Put the rear cover back on. NOTE • Insert the specified batteries in the remote control unit. • Replace the batteries with new[...]

117 Other information n Trademark information ( v page117 ) n Surround ( v page118 ) n Relationship between video signals and monitor output ( v page121 ) n Explanation of terms ( v page122 ) “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, res[...]

118 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 adju[...]

119 Surround Sound Mode ( v page69 ) Surr.Parameter ( v page86 ) Tone z 7 ( v page88 ) Audyssey ( v page89 ) Restorer z 10 ( v page88 ) PRO LOGIC g Music mode only NEO:6 Music mode only Panorama ( v page87 ) Dimension ( v page87 ) Center Width ( v page87 ) Center Image ( v page87 ) MultEQ ® z 8 ( v page89 ) Dynamic EQ[...]

120 Surround n Types 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. Sound Mode ( v page69 ) Inpu[...]

121 Relationship between video signals and monitor output Output Input HDMI output Video output HDMI VIDEO Video Menu Video Menu A A A Only the menu is displayed A A A S S <VIDEO> S A S <HDMI> S (HDMI) A S S S <VIDEO> S Video signal input present A No video signal input S < > The input signal between the < > marks is o[...]

122 Explanation of terms A Adobe RGB color, Adobe YCC601 color The color space defined by Adobe Systems Inc. Because it is a wider color space than RGB, it can produce more vivid and natural images. AirPlay AirPlay sends (plays) contents recorded in iTunes or on an iPhone/iPod touch/iPad to a compatible device via the network. ALAC (Apple Lossless[...]

123 F FLAC FLAC stands for Free lossless Audio Codec, and is a lossless free audio file format. Lossless means that the audio is compressed without any loss in quality. The FLAC license is as shown below. Copyright (C) 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 Josh Coalson Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or[...]

124 Troubleshooting 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 malfu[...]

125 G Audio H Symptom Cause/Solution Page Audio is not output. • Check the connections for all devices. • Check the speaker connections and configurations. • Check whether the audio device power is turned on. • Adjust the master volume. • Cancel the mute mode. • Check the connection with the playback device and select[...]

126 G iPod / USB memory device / Internet Radio / Media Server / Flickr / Pandora / SiriusXM / Spotify H Symptom Cause/Solution Page 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 us[...]

127 Symptom Cause/Solution Page Sound is broken during playback. • 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 qual[...]

128 Resetting the microprocessor Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations cannot be performed. Note that when the microprocessor is reset, all the settings are reset to their default values. X SOURCE SELECT 1 SOURCE SELECT 0 1 Turn o the power using X . 2 Press X while simultaneously pressing SOURCE SELECT 0 and SOURCE [...]

129 v Numerics 2.1-channel ························································· 77 3D ······································································· 11 5.1-channel ······················[...]

130 v P Pandora® ······················································· 51, 54 Panorama ··························································· 87 Pass Through Source ·······························?[...]

LICENSE License This section describes software license used for this unit. To maintain the correct content, the original (English) is used. n Boost http://www.boost.org/ Boost Software License - Version 1.0 - August 17th, 2003 Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person or organization obtaining a copy of the software and accompany[...]

LICENSE 9. Termination. a. T his License and the rights granted hereunder wil l terminate automatically upon any breach b y Y ou of any term of this License. Individuals or entities who ha ve received Deriv at ive W orks from Y ou under this License, how ever , will not hav e their licenses terminated provided such individuals or entities remain in[...]

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Dimensions Unit : in. (mm) 11 23/64 (288.5) 13 5/32 (334.0) 7 51/64 (198.0) 1 23/32 (43.5) 1 27/32 (47.0) 19/32 (15.0) 5 23/64 (136.0) 5 15/16 (151.0) 17 3/32 (434.0) 13 35/64 (344.0) 2 23/64 (60.0) 1 49/64 (45.0) 1 49/64 (45.0) 47/64 (18.5) 1 1/16 (27.0) Weight : 18 lbs 1 oz (8.2 kg) Basic instructions Advanced instructions Information Information[...]

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