Denon Avr-1312 PDF

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AV SURROUND RECEIVER
AVR-1312
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Owner’s Manual
n SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)
INSTRUCTIONS
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1. PRODUCT
CAUTION 1. Read these instructions. This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 2. Keep these instructions. to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful
DO NOT OPEN 3. Heed all warnings. interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received,
4. Follow all instructions. including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION: 5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth. 2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. the product.
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triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of 9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure 3. NOTE
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
electric shock to persons. a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
interference in a residential installation.
to alert the user to the presence of important operating 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
accompanying the appliance. apparatus.
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
WARNING: 12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
following measures:
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13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
unused for long periods of time.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. • Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, which the receiver is connected.
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or • Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or For Canadian customers:
the like. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
CAUTION:
To completely disconnect this product from the mains, disconnect the plug
from the wall socket outlet.
The mains plug is used to completely interrupt the power supply to the unit
and must be within easy access by the user.
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n NOTES ON USE n CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION
WARNINGS
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• Avoid high temperatures. z z
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack.
• Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
• Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust.
• Unplug the power cord when not using the unit for long periods of time. z
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Do not let foreign objects into the unit.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the unit. Wall
• Never disassemble or modify the unit in any way.
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• Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings
with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths or curtains.
• Naked flame sources such as lighted candles should not be placed on zz For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined
the unit. space, such as a bookcase or similar enclosure.
• Observe and follow local regulations regarding battery disposal.
• More than 12 in. (0.3 m) is recommended.
• Do not expose the unit to dripping or splashing fluids.
• Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the unit.
• Do not place any other equipment on this unit.
• Do not handle the mains cord with wet hands.
• When the switch is in the OFF (STANDBY) position, the equipment is not
completely switched off from MAINS.
• The equipment shall be installed near the power supply so that the power
supply is easily accessible.
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Getting started
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Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper operation, please read these owner’s manual carefully before using the product.
After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference.
Contents
Getting started···············································································1
Advanced version ·······························································22 Accessories
Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection)········23 Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
Accessories···················································································1
Install···························································································23
Features·························································································2 q Getting Started......................................................................... 1
Connect·······················································································24
Cautions on handling·····································································2 w CD-ROM (Owner’s manual)..................................................... 1
Playback (Advanced operation)··················································26
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Convenient functions···································································26 e Warranty (for North America model only)................................. 1
How to make detailed settings···················································28 r Service network list.................................................................. 1
Basic version·············································································3 t Remote control unit (RC-1158)................................................. 1
Menu map···················································································28
Connections····················································································4 Examples of menu and front display···········································29 y R03/AAA batteries.................................................................... 2
Important information····································································4 Input Setup··················································································30 u AM loop antenna...................................................................... 1
Connecting an HDMI-compatible device·······································5 Option Setup···············································································34 i FM indoor antenna................................................................... 1
Connecting a TV············································································7 Adjusting the sound field effects·················································36
Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player······························7 Information··················································································40 t u i
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)·······················8
Connecting a digital camcorder·····················································8
Connecting a portable player·························································9 Information··············································································41
Connecting a control dock for iPod················································9
Part names and functions···························································42
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Connecting an antenna································································10
Front panel···················································································42
Playback (Basic operation)··························································11
Display·························································································43
Important information··································································11
Rear panel····················································································44
Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player·····································12
Remote control unit·····································································45
Playing a portable player······························································12
Other information········································································47
Playing an iPod············································································13
Trademark information·································································47
Tuning in radio stations································································17
Surround······················································································48
Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode)···························19
Relationship between video signals and monitor output·············52
Standard playback········································································20
Explanation of terms····································································53
Multi channel stereo playback·····················································21
Troubleshooting···········································································55
Virtual playback············································································21
Resetting the microprocessor·····················································57
Stereo playback···········································································21
Specifications···············································································57
Direct playback············································································21
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Features Cautions on handling
Basic version
• Before turning the power switch on
Fully Discrete, identical quality and power for all Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are
5 channels (110 W x 5ch) no problems with the connection cables.
The unit is equipped with a power amplifier that reproduces high-
fidelity sound in surround mode with equal quality and power for all • Power is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is
channels, true to the original sound. set to the standby mode. When going on vacation or leaving home
The power amplifier circuit adopts a discrete-circuit configuration for long periods of time, be sure to unplug the power cord from the
that achieves high-quality surround sound reproduction. power outlet.
• About condensation
If there is a major difference in temperature between the inside of
Advanced version
Supports HDMI 1.4a with 3D, Deep Color and the unit and the surroundings, condensation (dew) may form on
x.v.Color function (vpage 5) the operating parts inside the unit, causing the unit not to operate
This unit can output 3D video signals input from a Blu-ray Disc properly.
player to a TV that supports a 3D system. If this happens, let the unit sit for an hour or two with the power
turned off and wait until there is little difference in temperature
before using the unit.
4-HDMI inputs and 1-output • Cautions on using mobile phones
The unit is equipped with 4 HDMI input connectors for connecting
Using a mobile phone near this unit may result in noise. If that
devices with HDMI connectors, such as a Blu-ray Disc player,
occurs, move the mobile phone away from this unit when it is in use.
game machine, HD video camera, etc.
• Moving the unit
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Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power
High definition audio support outlet. Next, disconnect the connection cables to other system units
The unit is equipped with a decoder which supports high-quality before moving the unit.
digital audio format for Blu-ray Disc players such as Dolby TrueHD, • About Care
DTS-HD Master Audio, etc. • Wipe the cabinet and control panel clean with a soft cloth.
• Follow the instructions when using a chemical cleaner.
• Benzene, paint thinner or other organic solvents as well as
Dock connectivity for iPod® and network insecticide may cause material changes and discoloration if brought
streaming (vpage 13) into contact with the unit, and should therefore not be used.
If an optional DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-3N, ASD-3W,
ASD-51N or ASD-51W) is connected to this unit, you can listen to
Internet radio or enjoy music and photos stored in your PC.
zzAn Internet connection environment is required.
Easy to use, screen display

Simple settings are enabled with the setting menus displayed on
the TV screen. When you control the sound volume, the volume
level is displayed on the screen, and when you switch the input
source, the name of the input source is displayed.
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Here, we explain the connections and basic operation methods for this unit.
F Connections vpage 4
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F Playback (Basic operation) vpage 11
F Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode) vpage 19
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Connection vpage 5, 7 Connection vpage 5, 7
Playback – Playback vpage 12
Connection vpage 5, 7 Connection vpage 5, 8
Playback vpage 12 Playback –
Connection vpage 9 Connection vpage 9
Playback vpage 13 Playback vpage 12
Connection vpage 5 Connection vpage 8
Playback – Playback –
Connection vpage 10
Playback vpage 17
For speaker connections, see page 24, C page 2 “Connecting the speakers”.
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Connections
Basic version
Important information
• Make connections as follows before using this unit. Select an appropriate connection type
according to the components to be connected. Examples of screen display
• You may need to make some settings on this unit depending on the connection method. Refer to
• Menu screen • Status display screen
each description for more information.
When the input source is When the volume is adjusted
• Select the cables (sold separately) according to the components being connected.
switched
NOTE MENU
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• Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed. Speaker Setup Speaker Config.
Input Setup Bass Setting
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components being Option Setup Distance
connected. Channel Level
Crossover Freq.
• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right).
• Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in noise.
[HDMI]
Master Volume -59.0dB
SOURCE : BDDDDDDDDDVIDEO:SOURCE
[ENTER] Enter [ ] Return MODE : STEREO
Relationship between video signals and monitor output Status display:

The operating status appears briefly on the screen
when the input source is switched or the volume is
GFlow of video signalsH changed.
This unit Monitor (TV) NOTE
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Video device
• If you operate the menu while playing back 3D video content or computer’s resolution (e.g. VGA), the
playback video is replaced by the menu screen. The playback video is not displayed behind the menu
screen.
Input Output • This unit does not show the status display while playing back 3D video content or computer’s resolution
Output (IN) (MONITOR OUT) Input (e.g. VGA).
• The menu screen and status display are displayed when this unit and a TV are connected by HDMI.
HDMI connector HDMI connector HDMI connector HDMI connector
S-Video connector S-Video

connector
Video connector Video connector Video connector Video connector
NOTE
• HDMI signals cannot be converted into analog signals (vpage 52).
• Analog signals cannot be converted into HDMI signals (vpage 52).
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Connecting an HDMI-compatible device
You can connect up to five HDMI-compatible devices (4-inputs/1-output) to the unit.
Basic version
Cables used for connections
HDMI function Audio and video cable (sold separately)
This unit supports the following HDMI functions:
HDMI cable
• 3D
• Deep Color (vpage 53) • This interface allows transfer of digital video signals and digital audio signals over a single HDMI cable.
• x.v.Color, sYCC601 color, Adobe RGB color, Adobe YCC601 color (vpage 53, 54)
• High definition digital audio format Blu-ray
Disc DVD Set-top Game
Copyright protection system player player box console TV
Advanced version
In order to play back digital video and audio such as BD-Video or DVD-Video via HDMI connection, both
this unit and TV or the player need to support the copyright protection system known as HDCP (High- HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI
OUT OUT OUT OUT IN
bandwidth Digital Content Protection System). HDCP is copyright protection technology comprised of
data encryption and authentication of the connected AV device. This unit supports HDCP.
• If a device that does not support HDCP is connected, video and audio are not output correctly. Read
the owner’s manual of your television or player for more information.
About HDMI cables

When a device supporting Deep Color signal transfer is connected, use a cable compatible “High Speed
HDMI cable” or “High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet”.
About 3D function
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This unit supports input and output of 3D (3 dimensional) video signals of the HDMI 1.4a standards.
To play back 3D video, you need a TV and player that provide support for HDMI1.4a standard 3D function
and a pair of 3D glasses.
NOTE
• When playing back 3D video, refer to the instructions provided in the manual of your playback device
together with this manual.
• If you operate the menu while playing back 3D video content, the playback video is replaced by the menu
screen. The playback video is not displayed behind the menu screen.
• This unit does not show the status display while playing back 3D video content.
vSee overleaf
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Connecting an HDMI-compatible device
nnSettings related to HDMI connections
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Set as necessary. For details, see the respective reference pages.
• When this unit is connected to other devices with HDMI cables, connect this unit and TV also with an
HDMI cable.
• When connecting a device that supports Deep Color transmission, please use a “High Speed HDMI
Other Setup (vpage 35)
cable” or “High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet”. Make various other settings.
• Video signals are not output if the input video signals do not match the monitor’s resolution. In this case, • HDMI Audio Out • Auto Surround
switch the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player’s resolution to a resolution with which the monitor is compatible. • Display • Setup Lock
• When this unit and monitor are connected with an HDMI cable, if the monitor is not compatible with
HDMI audio signal playback, only the video signals are output to the monitor. NOTE
The audio signal input from the HDMI input connector can be output as an output signal from the HDMI
NOTE
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output connector by setting the HDMI audio output destination to TV.
• The audio signal from the HDMI output connector (sampling frequency, number of channels, etc.) may be Audio signals input via the Analog/Coaxial/Optical input connectors cannot be output from the HDMI
limited by the HDMI audio specifications of the connected device regarding permissible inputs. output connector.
• Only an HDMI signal is output from the HDMI MONITOR OUT connector.
Connecting to a device equipped with a DVI-D connector

When an HDMI/DVI conversion cable (sold separately) is used, the HDMI video signals are converted to
DVI signals, allowing connection to a device equipped with a DVI-D connector.
NOTE
• No sound is output when connected to a device equipped with a DVI-D connector. Make separate audio
connections.
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• Signals cannot be output to DVI-D devices that do not support HDCP.
• Depending on the combination of devices, the video signals may not be output.
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Connecting a TV Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player
• Select the connector to use and connect the device. • You can enjoy video and audio from a Blu-ray Disc or DVD.
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• For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 5). • Select the connector to use and connect the device.
• For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 5).
To listen to TV audio through this device, use the optical digital connection. Cables used for connections
Video cable (sold separately)
NOTE
If the VIDEO input connector and S-VIDEO input connector are to be used, be sure to connect the Video cable
MONITOR output connector of the unit and the VIDEO input connector of the TV, using a video cable. Audio cables (sold separately)
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L L
Audio cable
R R
Video cable
Blu-ray Disc player /
Audio cable (sold separately) DVD player
VIDEO AUDIO
Optical cable VIDEO AUDIO
OUT OUT
L R
TV
VIDEO AUDIO
VIDEO OPTICAL
L R
IN OUT
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L R
in Set as Necessary
Set this to change the digital input connector to which the input source is assigned.
“Input Assign” (vpage 31)
in Set as Necessary
When you want to play back HD Audio (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS Express) and Multi-
channel PCM with this unit, use an HDMI connection (vpage 5 “Connecting an HDMI-compatible
device”).
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Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/Cable TV) Connecting a digital camcorder
• You can watch satellite or cable TV. • You can enjoy video and audio from a digital camcorder.
Basic version
• Select the connector to use and connect the device. • For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 5).
• For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 5).
Cables used for connections Video cable (sold separately)
Video cable
Video cable
Audio cable (sold separately)
Audio cables (sold separately)
L L
Audio cable
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L L
R R
Audio cable
R R
Coaxial Digital camcorder

digital cable VIDEO AUDIO
VIDEO AUDIO
OUT OUT
Satellite tuner/Cable TV L R
VIDEO AUDIO
VIDEO COAXIAL AUDIO
OUT OUT OUT
L R L R
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L R
L R
L R
in Set as Necessary
in Set as Necessary
“Input Assign” (vpage 31) • If a portable player is connected via the PORTABLE IN jack on the front panel, playback from the portable
player has priority.
• You can enjoy games by connecting a game machine via the V.AUX input connector. In this case, select
the input source to “V.AUX”.
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Connecting a portable player Connecting a control dock for iPod
If a portable player is connected via the PORTABLE IN jack of the unit, music from the portable player can • Connect a control dock for iPod to the unit to enjoy video and music stored on an iPod.
Basic version
be played. • For a control dock for iPod, use ASD-11R, ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N and ASD-51W made by DENON
(sold separately).
Cables used for connections • For instructions on the control dock for iPod settings, refer to the control dock for iPod’s operating
instructions.
Audio cable (sold separately)
Stereo mini Control dock for iPod
plug cable
Portable
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ASD-11R
player
AUDIO
AUDIO
OUT
R L
Use the AV/Control

Cable supplied with
the DENON control
dock for iPod.
R L
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in Set as Necessary
NOTE
• When connecting an iPhone to this unit, keep the iPhone at least 20 cm away from this unit. If the iPhone
is kept closer to this unit and a telephone call is received by the iPhone, noise may be output from this
device.
• Video images on an iPod cannot be output from the HDMI MONITOR output connector of this unit. To
play the video images on an iPod, in addition to using an HDMI connection, connect a TV to the VIDEO
MONITOR output connector of this unit. Also, switch the input setting of the TV to “Video”.
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Connecting an antenna
• Connect the FM antenna or AM loop antenna supplied with the unit
nnAM loop antenna assembly
Basic version
to enjoy listening to radio broadcasts.
1 Put the stand section

• After connecting the antenna and receiving a broadcast signal Stand
(vpage 17 “Listening to FM/AM broadcasts”), fix the antenna through the bottom of the
with tape in a position where the noise level becomes minimal. Square
loop antenna from the hole
Direction of broadcasting station rear and bend it forward. Loop Projecting
antenna part
AM loop antenna
(supplied)
FM outdoor
antenna 2 Insert the projecting part
into the square hole in
the stand.
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q w e 75 Ω coaxial
cable
nnUsing the AM loop antenna

Suspending on a wall
Suspend directly on a wall without assembling.
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Black
White FM indoor Nail, tack, etc.
antenna
(supplied)
Standing alone
Use the procedure shown above to assemble.
NOTE
• Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.
• Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not disconnect the AM
loop antenna.
AM outdoor • Make sure the AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal
antenna Ground
parts of the panel.
• If the signal has noise interference, connect the ground terminal
(GND) to reduce noise.
• If you are unable to receive a good broadcast signal, we recommend
installing an outdoor antenna. For details, inquire at the retail store
where you purchased the unit.
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Playback (Basic operation)
Basic version
nn Selecting the input source (vpage 11)
Before starting playback, make the connections between the different
nn Adjusting the master volume (vpage 11)
nn Turning off the sound temporarily (vpage 11)
components and the settings on the receiver. Adjusting the master volume
NOTE Use M df to adjust the volume.
Also refer to the operating instructions of the connected components
nn Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player when playing them. nn When the “Volume Display” setting
(vpage 12)
Advanced version
(vpage 34) is “Relative”
nn Playing a portable player (vpage 12) Selecting the input source GAdjustable rangeH
nn Playing an iPod (vpage 13) Press the input source select button ––– –80.5dB – 18.0dB
nn Tuning in radio stations (vpage 17) (BD, DVD, TV, SAT/CBL, TUNER, nn When the “Volume Display” setting (vpage 34) is
DOCK, GAME, V.AUX) to be played “Absolute”
Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode) back. GAdjustable rangeH 0.0 – 99.0
(vpage 19) The desired input source can be selected • The variable range differs according to the input signal and channel
directly. level setting.
Playback (Advanced operation) (vpage 26)
You can also use the following operation to select an input
source.
Information
You can also operate via the main unit. In this case, perform the
nnUsing the button on the main unit following operations.
Press SOURCE d or SOURCE f. Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume.
• Every time you press SOURCE d or SOURCE f, the input source
switches in the following order. Turning off the sound temporarily
DVD BD TUNER DOCK
Press N.
TV SAT/CBL GAME V.AUX
• The power indicator flashes green.
• When iPod 1 on the main unit is pressed, the input source • “MUTE” indicator on the display lights.
of this unit is switched to “DOCK” and the connected iPod is • appears on a TV screen.
automatically played (vpage 16 “iPod play function”).
• The sound is reduced to the level set at “Mute Level” (vpage 34).

• To cancel, press N again. Muting can also be canceled by adjusting
the master volume.
BD 11
Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD Playing a portable player
player The following describes the procedure for playing portable player.
Basic version
The following describes the procedure for playing Blu-ray Disc player/
DVD player. 1 Connect the portable player
to this unit (vpage 9
“Connecting a portable player”).
1 Prepare for playback.
2 Press
q Turn on the power of the TV, ON to turn on power to the
subwoofer and player.
w Change the TV input to the input of
unit.
3 Press
this unit.
e Load the disc in the player.
V.AUX to switch the input
Advanced version
source to “V.AUX”.
2 unit.
Press ON to turn on power to the
4 Play the component connected to this unit.
3 Press BD or DVD to switch an input source for a

player used for playback.
4 Play the component connected to this unit.

Make the necessary settings on the player (language setting,
subtitles setting, etc.) beforehand.
Information
BD 12
Playing an iPod
If you use a separately sold DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-11R,
Basic version
3 Press DOCK to switch the input source to “DOCK”. 4 more
ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N or ASD-51W), you will be able to play
back videos, photos, music, and other content on the iPod.
Press SEARCH and hold it down for 2 seconds or
The playback method differs depending on the control dock for iPod to to select the display mode.
be used and the files to be played back (music or video). • If “Browse mode” is selected in step 4, the following screen is • There are two modes for displaying the contents recorded on the
displayed on a TV screen. iPod.
nn Listening to music on an iPod (vpage 13) GWhen using an ASD-11RH Browse mode Display iPod information on the TV screen.
nn Viewing videos on an iPod iPod [1/2] • English letters, numbers and certain symbols are displayed.
• Playback in Browse mode (vpage 14) Incompatible characters are displayed as “.” (period).
You can play back the video files on an iPod. Music
Advanced version
Videos Remote mode Display iPod information on the iPod screen.
• Playback in Remode mode (vpage 15)
You can play back the video and photo files on an iPod. • “Dock Remote” is displayed on the display of this unit.
Display mode Browse mode Remote mode
Listening to music on an iPod Music file P P

Playable
P z2
1
Photo file
Prepare for playback. GWhen using an ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N and ASD-51WH files
q Connect the DENON control dock • If you connect a TV to the VIDEO MONITOR output connector of Video file Pz1 P z2
for iPod to this unit (vpage 9 this unit and then switch the input setting of the TV to “Video”, the
Remote
“Connecting a control dock for following screen is displayed on the TV.
Active control unit P P
iPod”). (This unit)
buttons
w Set the iPod in the DENON control iPod
Information
dock for iPod. iPod P
Music
Video
2 unit.
z1 When using an ASD-11R DENON control dock for iPod.
Press ON to turn on power to the z2 Video may not be output, depending on the combination of
ASD-11R, ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N or ASD-51W DENON
Up/Down Select
control dock for iPod and iPod.
• In “Browse mode”, the iPod display is as 5 Use ui to select the item, then press ENTER or p
to select the file to be played.
shown at right.
NOTE
If the connections screen is not displayed,
6 Press ENTER, p or 1/3.
Playback starts.
OK to disconnect.
the iPod may not be properly connected.
vSee overleaf
Reconnect it.
BD 13
Playing an iPod
Viewing videos on an iPod

4 more
Press SEARCH and hold it down for 2 seconds or
Basic version
• To play back compressed audio with extended bass or treble to select the “Browse mode”.
reproduction, we recommend playback in RESTORER mode nnPlayback in Browse mode • There are two modes for displaying the contents recorded on the
(vpage 39). The default setting is “ON”. When an iPod equipped with a video function is connected to a
iPod.
• In Browse mode, press STATUS during playback to check the title DENON ASD-11R, ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N and ASD-51W
name, artist name and album name on the display of this unit. control dock for iPod, image files can be played in the Browse Browse mode Display iPod information on the TV screen.
mode. • English letters, numbers and certain symbols are displayed.
NOTE
Incompatible characters are displayed as “.” (period).
• Press STANDBY and set this unit’s power to When using an ASD-11R
the standby mode before disconnecting the Remote mode Display iPod information on the iPod screen.
Advanced version
iPod. You can also switch the input source • “Dock Remote” is displayed on the display of this unit.
to other than “DOCK” and then disconnect q Connect the DENON control dock
the iPod. for iPod to this unit (vpage 9 iPod [1/2]
• Depending on the type of iPod and the software version, some “Connecting a control dock for
functions may not operate. iPod”). Music
• Note that DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any w Set the iPod in the DENON control Videos
problems arising with the data on an iPod when using this unit in dock for iPod.
conjunction with the iPod. e Connect the TV to the VIDEO
MONITOR output connector of this
unit.
2 unit.
Press ON to turn on power to the • In “Browse mode”, the iPod display is as
shown at right.
Information
NOTE
3 source
Press DOCK to switch the input
to “DOCK”.
If the connections screen is not displayed,
the iPod may not be properly connected. OK to disconnect.
Reconnect it.
5 Use ui to select “Videos”, then press ENTER or p.

6 Use ui to select the search item or folder, then
press ENTER or p.
7 Use ui to select the video file, then press ENTER,

p or 1/3.
Playback starts.
8 Switch the input setting of the TV to “Video”.

The video file is displayed on the TV screen.
vSee overleaf
BD 14
Playing an iPod
When using an ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N or nnPlayback in Remote mode
4 Press SEARCH and hold it down for 2 seconds or
Basic version
ASD-51W more to select the “Browse mode”.
This unit can play back on a TV screen photos and data stored on an
iPod equipped with a slide show or video function.
• There are two modes for displaying the contents recorded on the
q Connect the DENON control dock
for iPod to this unit (vpage 9
iPod.
Browse mode Display iPod information on the TV screen. 1 Remote
Press and hold SEARCH to set the
mode.
“Connecting a control dock for • English letters, numbers and certain symbols are displayed. “Dock Remote” is displayed on the
iPod”). Incompatible characters are displayed as “.” (period). display of this unit.
w Set the iPod in the DENON control
dock for iPod.
Remote mode Display iPod information on the iPod screen.
• “Dock Remote” is displayed on the display of this unit. 2 Watching the iPod’s screen,
use ui to select “Photos” or
Advanced version
e Connect the TV to the VIDEO
MONITOR output connector of this “Videos”.
unit. iPod
• Depending on the iPod model, it may be
r Switch the input setting of the TV to Music necessary to operate the iPod unit directly.
“Video”. Video
2 Press ON to turn on power to the

unit.
3 Press ENTER until the image you
want to view is displayed.
Up/Down Select
3 source
Press DOCK to switch the input
to “DOCK”. • In “Browse mode”, the iPod display is as
shown at right.
Information
“TV Out” at the iPod’s “Slide show Settings” or “Video Settings”
NOTE must be set to “On” in order to display the iPod’s photo data or videos
If the connections screen is not displayed, on the monitor. For details, see the iPod’s operating instructions.
the iPod may not be properly connected. OK to disconnect.
NOTE
Reconnect it.
Video may not be output, depending on the combination of ASD-11R,
5 Use ui to select “Videos”, then press ENTER or p. ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N or ASD-51W and iPod.
vSee overleaf
6 Use ui to select the search item or folder, then

press ENTER or p.
7 Use ui to select the video file, then press ENTER,

p or 1/3.
Playback starts.
BD 15
Playing an iPod
nniPod operation iPod play function
Basic version
Operation buttons Function
If iPod 1 is pressed when a control dock for iPod is connected, the
Check of title name/artist name/
STATUS iPod starts playback.
album name (in Browse mode)
SEARCH
Page search mode z1 Press iPod 1.
(Press and release) • This unit’s input source switches to
SEARCH “DOCK”.
Browse / Remote mode switching
(Press and hold) • iPod playback starts.
MEMORY Store memory z2 • You can pause the playback of a song by
MENU Amp menu pressing iPod 1 during iPod playback.
Advanced version
uio p Cursor operation
ENTER
Enter / Pause
(Press and release)
ENTER NOTE
Stop
(Press and hold) If both a control dock for iPod (“DOCK”) are connected, playback with
RETURN B Return control dock for iPod (“DOCK”) takes priority.
8 9 Auto search (cue)
2 Stop
1/3 Playback / Pause
6 7 Manual search
(Press and hold) (fast-reverse/fast-forward)
Information
REPEAT Repeat playback
RANDOM Shuffling playback
• Repeat playback (vpage 33 “Repeat”)
• Shuffling playback (vpage 33 “Shuffle”)
z1 When the menu screen is displayed, press SEARCH, then press
o (previous page) or p (next page).
To cancel, press ui or SEARCH.
z2 This functions when an ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N or ASD-51W
is used.
BD 16
Tuning in radio stations
nnPresetting radio stations (Manual preset) Default settings
Basic version
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts
Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune
Block (A – G)
1 Press TUNER to switch the input

source to “TUNER”.
them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset.
• Stations can be preset automatically at “Auto Preset”

and
Channel (1 – 8)
Default Settings
(vpage 32). If “Auto Preset” is performed after performing 87.5 / 89.1 / 98.1 / 107.9 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 /
2 “AM”.
Press BAND to select “FM” or “Manual preset”, the “Manual preset” settings will be overwritten.
A1 – A8
90.1 MHz
520 / 600 / 1000 / 1400 / 1500 / 1710 kHz,
1 Tune in the broadcast station you B1 – B8

FM When listening to an FM broadcast. 90.1 / 90.1 MHz
want to preset. C1 – C8 90.1 MHz
AM When listening to an AM broadcast.
Advanced version
2 Press MEMORY.
D1 – D8 90.1 MHz
E1 – E8 90.1 MHz
TUNER
F1 – F8 90.1 MHz
AUTO
TUNER G1 – G8 90.1 MHz
Now Playing
FM 87.5MHz
To store preset: vSee overleaf
A1 select A1-G8
[SHIFT] [1-8] [MEMORY]

A1
[TUNING / ] Tuning [ BAND ] Band [ MODE ] Mode
[ CH+/- ] Preset [MEMORY] Memory
3 Tune in the desired broadcast station.

[ CH+/- ] Preset [MEMORY] Memory
Information
q To tune in automatically (Auto tuning)
Press MODE to light the “AUTO” indicator on the display, then
3 Press SHIFT to select the block (A to G) in which the
channel (1 to 8 per a block) is to be preset, then press
use TUNING d or TUNING f to select the station you want to CH + or CH – to select the preset number.
4 Press MEMORY again to complete the setting.

hear.
w To tune in manually (Manual tuning)
Press MODE to turn off the display’s “AUTO” indicator, then use
TUNING d or TUNING f to select the station you want to hear. • To preset other stations, repeat steps 1 to 4.
• If the desired station cannot be tuned in with auto tuning, tune it in

manually.
• When tuning in stations manually, press and hold TUNING d or
TUNING f to change frequencies continuously.
BD 17
Tuning in radio stations
nnListening to preset stations nnTuner (FM/AM) operation
Basic version
1 block
Press SHIFT to select the memory
(A to G).
Operation buttons
BAND
MEMORY
Function
FM/AM switching
Preset memory registration
TUNER SHIFT Preset channel block selection
Preset Channel MODE Switch search modes
A8 FM 90.1MHz
A7 FM 90.1MHz CH +, – Preset channel selection
A6 FM 90.1MHz
A5 FM 90.1MHz
TUNING df Tuning (up/down)
A4 FM 107.9MHz MENU Amp menu
A3 FM 98.1MHz
Advanced version
A2 FM 89.1MHz uio p Cursor operation
A1 FM 87.5MHz

ENTER Enter
[ CH+/- ] Preset [MEMORY] Memory RETURN B Return
2 Press CH + or CH – to select the desired preset channel.

You can also operate via the main unit. In this case, perform the
following operations.
Press TUNER PRESET CH + or TUNER PRESET CH – to select a preset
Information
radio station.
BD 18
Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode)
Basic version
This unit can play input audio signals in multi-channel surround mode or in stereo mode.
Select a listening mode suitable for the playback contents (cinema, music, etc.) or according to your liking.
• Some listening modes cannot be selected, depending on the audio
Listening Mode format or number of channels of the input signal. For details, see
“Types of input signals, and corresponding surround modes”
Input audio
Playback Listening mode (vpage 50).
signal
• Adjust the sound field effect with the menu “Audio Adjust”
For 2-channel signal input:
(vpage 36) to enjoy your favorite sound mode.
• Surround-channel signals are created and played with surround playback.
• Buttons on the remote control unit can be
For multichannel signal input:
Advanced version
2-channel used for operations.
Standard playback • The surround signal recorded in source is played as surround playback.
Surround Press SURROUND 0 or SURROUND 1 and
(vpage 20) (The sound is played according to the settings of the speaker size in
Multi channel the modes are switched as shown below.
C page 5 “Speaker Config.”.)
• Surround-back-channel signals that are not recorded in source can be
created. DIRECT STEREO PLg (or PLgx)z
2-channel Multi channel VIRTUALz MULTI CH STEREOz DTS NEO:6z
Surround stereo playback This mode is for enjoying stereo sound from all speakers.
zz The display varies depending on the audio format or the number of
Multi channel (vpage 21)
channels of input signals.
2-channel
Virtual playback This mode is for enjoying surround effects using only the front speakers
Surround
Information
(vpage 21) or headphones.
Multi channel
2-channel • If multichannel signals are input, they are mixed down to 2-channel audio
Stereo playback
Stereo and are played.
(vpage 21)
Multi channel • Subwoofer signals are also output.
Sound recorded in source is played as is.

2-channel Stereo
Direct playback • Surround back signals are not created.
(vpage 21) • In this mode, the following items cannot be adjusted.
Multi channel Surround
• Tone (vpage 38) • RESTORER (vpage 39)
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Standard playback
Basic version
nnSurround playback of 2-channel sources nnSurround playback of multi-channel sources (Dolby Digital, DTS etc.)
1 Playing the source (vpage 12 – 17). 1 Playing the source (vpage 12 – 17).
2 decoder
Press SURROUND 0 or SURROUND 1 to select the surround
to play back multichannel sound. 2 decoder
Press SURROUND 0 or SURROUND 1 to select the surround
to play back multichannel sound.
Select the surround mode while viewing the display on the TV screen. Select the surround mode while viewing the display on the TV screen.
• Which decoder can be selected depends on the settings of C page 5 “Speaker • Which decoder can be selected depends on the input signal, the settings of
Advanced version
Config.”. C page 5 “Speaker Config.”.
z This mode is for 7.1-channel surround playback using the surround back speakers.
DOLBY PLgx
• “PLgx Cinema”, “PLgx Music”or “PLgx Game” is displayed. Displaying the currently playing surround mode
DOLBY PLg This mode is for 5.1-channel surround playback. Select this mode if no surround back
speaker is to be used. Input signal Surround mode Display
• “PLg Cinema”, “PLg Music”, “PLg Game” or “Pro Logic” is displayed. DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL EX DOLBY DIGITAL EX
DTS NEO:6 This mode is for 7.1-channel or 5.1-channel surround playback using the surround back (other than 2ch) /
DOLBY DIGITAL + PLgx CINEMA DOLBY D PL x C
speakers. DOLBY DIGITAL EX DOLBY DIGITAL + PLgx MUSIC DOLBY D PL x M
• “DTS NEO:6 Cinema” or “DTS NEO:6 Music” is displayed. DOLBY DIGITAL Plus DOLBY DIGITAL Plus DOLBY DIGITAL +
zz This can be selected when “Speaker Config.” – “Surround Back” (C page 5 “Speaker Config.”) is DOLBY TrueHD DOLBY TrueHD DOLBY TrueHD
DTS SURROUND
Information
not set to “None”. DTS SURROUND
DTS (5.1ch) / DTS + PLgx CINEMA DTS PL x C
3 Press AUDIO ADJUST and then press ENTER. Audio Adjust
Mode Cinema
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 /
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 /
DTS + PLgx MUSIC
DTS + NEO:6
DTS ES MTRX6.1z1
DTS
DTS
PL x M
NEO:6
DTS ES MTRX6.1
DTS 96/24 DTS ES DSCRT6.1 z2
4 content
DTS ES DSCRT6.1
Use o p to select the mode according to the DTS 96/24z3 DTS 96/24
to be played and then press ENTER. DTS-HD HI RES DTS-HD HI RES
DTS-HD DTS-HD MSTR DTS-HD MSTR
Default Yes No
DTS Express DTS Express
MULTI CH IN MULTI CH IN
[ENTER] Enter [ ] Return MULTI IN + PLgx CINEMA MULTI IN PL x C
PCM (multi ch)
MULTI IN + PLgx MUSIC MULTI IN PL x M
Cinema This mode is suited for movie sources. MULTI CH IN 7.1 MULTI CH IN 7.1
Music This mode is suited for music sources. More sound is sent to the front speakers than in z1 This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Matrix 6.1” and this unit’s “AFDM” (vpage 37)
“Cinema” mode. setting is “ON”.
Game This mode is suited for games. z2 This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Discrete 6.1”.
z3 This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS 96/24”.
z
Pro Logic This mode is suitable for playback of 2-channel sources recorded with Dolby Pro Logic.
vSee overleaf
zz This can be selected when “Speaker Config.” – “Surround Back” (C page 5 “Speaker Config.”) is
not set to “None”.
5 Press AUDIO ADJUST.

The menu display disappears.
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Standard playback
Multi channel stereo playback Stereo playback
GViews on the displayH
This mode is for enjoying stereo sound from all speakers. This is the mode for playing in stereo. The tone can be adjusted.
Basic version
• Sound is output from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
q
q Shows a decoder to be used.
w 1 Playing
– 17).
the source (vpage 12 • If multichannel signals are input, they are mixed down to 2-channel
audio and are played.
• A DOLBY DIGITAL decoder is displayed as “DOLBY D”.

• A DOLBY DIGITAL Plus decoder is displayed as “DOLBY DIGITAL
+”.
2 Press SURROUND 0 or
SURROUND 1 to select “MULTI 1 Playing
– 17).
the source (vpage 12
CH STEREO”.
w Shows a decoder that creates sound output from the surround
back speakers.
Multi channel stereo playback begins.
SURROUND 1 to select
Advanced version
“STEREO”.
Stereo playback begins.
For an input signal that can be reproduced in each surround mode, see NOTE
“Surround modes and surround parameters” (vpage 48). When the input signal is Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD or
DTS Express, you cannot select multi channel stereo mode.
Direct playback
Virtual playback Sound recorded in source is played as is.
This mode is for enjoying surround effects using only the front • Surround back signals are not created.
speakers or headphones. • In this mode, the following items cannot be adjusted.
• Tone (vpage 38) • RESTORER (vpage 39)
Information
1 Playing the source (vpage 12
– 17).
1 Playing
– 17).
the source (vpage 12
“VIRTUAL”. 2 Press SURROUND 0 or
Virtual playback begins. “DIRECT”.
Direct playback begins.
NOTE
When the input signal is Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD or
DTS Express, you cannot select virtual mode.
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Advanced
version
Basic version
Advanced version
Here, we explain functions and operations that let you make better use of this unit.
Advanced version
F Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection) vpage 23
F Playback (Advanced operation) vpage 26
F How to make detailed settings vpage 28
Information
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Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection)
Basic version
Here we describe the installation, connection and
setup methods for speakers other than 5.1-channel Install
speakers. For the installation, connection and setup
When 2.1ch speakers installed
methods for 5.1-channel speakers, see C page 2
“Connecting the speakers”. Install the surround back speakers in a position 2 to 3 ft (60 to 90 cm)
higher than ear level.
Surround
speaker
Procedure for speaker settings
Advanced version
FL FR
SW
Install
2 – 3 ft /
60 – 90 cm
Surround back
Connect (vpage 24) speaker
Front • Point slightly
speaker downwards Listening position
GViewed from the sideH
GSpeaker abbreviationsH
When 7.1ch (Surround back speaker) installed FL Front speaker (L) SB Surround back speaker
Information
FR Front speaker (R) SBL Surround back speaker (L)
C Center speaker SBR Surround back speaker (R)
SW Subwoofer
SL Surround speaker (L)
SR Surround speaker (R)
FL FR
SW
z1
z2
z3
SL SR
Listening
position
SBL SBR
z1 22˚ – 30˚ z2 90˚ – 110˚ z3 135˚ – 150˚
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Connect
• For the method of connecting 5.1-channel speakers, see C page 2
Basic version
“Connecting the speakers”.
• For the method of connecting the TV, see C page 4 “Connect this
unit to the television using an HDMI cable (sold separately)”
7.1-channel (Surround back speaker) connection

• The illustration on the right shows a connection example for
performing 7.1-channel playback using the surround back speakers.
Power amplifier
• A power amplifier (sold separately) is required for this connection.
L
NOTE
Advanced version
• For speaker cable connections, see C page 3 “Preparation”. R
• Connect so that the speaker cable core wires do not protrude

from the speaker terminal. The protection circuit may be
activated if the core wires touch the rear panel or if the + and
– sides touch each other (vpage 54 “Protection Circuit”).
• Never touch the speaker terminals while the power supply is IN
connected. Doing so could result in electric shock.
• Use speakers with the speaker impedances shown below. R L
Speaker terminals Speaker impedance

FRONT
Information
CENTER 6 – 16 Ω
SURROUND
FL SW FR
SL SR
SBL SBR
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Connect
2.1-channel / 2-channel connection
Basic version
Advanced version
Information
FL SW FR
2-channel connection
For 2-channel playback, disconnect the
subwoofers.
NOTE
• For speaker cable connections, see C page 3 “Preparation”.
• For speaker impedance, see page 24.
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Playback (Advanced operation)
Basic version
Playback (Basic operation) (vpage 11)
Convenient functions
Adjusting the volume of the speakers nnAdjusting the volume of groups of speakers
Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode)
You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback (Fader function)
(vpage 19) This function lets you adjust (fade) the sound all at once from the
sources or to suit your taste, as described below.
front (front speaker / center speaker) or rear (surround speaker /
surround back speaker).
nn Adjusting the volume of the speakers nnAdjusting the volume of the different speakers
Advanced version
(vpage 26)
nn Sleep timer function (vpage 27) 1 Press CH LEVEL. 1 Press CH LEVEL.
nn Quick select function (vpage 27) Channel Level
Channel Level
nn Various memory functions (vpage 27) Front L 0.0dB
Front L 0.0dB
Center 0.0dB
Center 0.0dB Front R 0.0dB
Front R 0.0dB Subwoofer 0.0dB
Subwoofer 0.0dB Surround R 0.0dB
Surround R 0.0dB
Surround L 0.0dB
Surround L 0.0dB Fader Front Rear
Fader Front Rear
Information
2 Use ui to select the speaker.
The speaker that can be set switches each time one of the
2 Press i to select “Fader”, then select the item to be
adjusting using o p.
buttons is pressed.
Channel Level
3 Use o p to adjust the volume.

Front L 0.0dB
Center 0.0dB
Front R 0.0dB
Subwoofer 0.0dB
• In the case of a subwoofer, pressing o when it is at “–12 dB” will Surround R 0.0dB
change the setting to “OFF”.

Surround L 0.0dB
Fader Front Rear
3 Use o p to adjust the volume of the speakers.

• If you do not press any button for approximately 5 seconds, the
menu screen light turns off.
(o : front, p: rear)
• When a headphone jack is inserted, the headphone channel level
can be adjusted.
• If you do not press any button for approximately 5 seconds, the

menu screen light turns off.
• The fader function does not affect the subwoofer.
• The fader can be adjusted until the volume of the speaker is adjusted
to the lowest value of –12 dB.
BD 26
Convenient functions
Sleep timer function Quick select function Various memory functions
Basic version
The power automatically goes into standby once the set time has All of the settings in step 1 can be memorized together. By memorizing
elapsed. frequently used settings, you can quickly access and enjoy a playback nnPersonal memory plus function
This is convenient for playing sources while going to sleep. environment that is consistently the same. This function sets the settings (input mode, surround mode, HDMI
output mode, audio delay etc.) last selected for the individual input
Press SLEEP and display the time you nnSaving the settings sources.
want to set.
The “SLEEP” indicator on the display lights.
• The time switches as shown below each

1 Set the items below to the settings
you want to save. The surround parameters, tone settings and the volumes of the
different speakers are stored for the individual surround modes.
time SLEEP is pressed. q Input source (vpage 11)
Advanced version
w Volume (vpage 11)
OFF 10 min 20 30 40 50
e Surround mode (vpage 19) nnLast function memory
120 110 100 90 80 70 60 r Video Select (vpage 32) This function stores the settings which were made before going
into the standby mode.
2 “Memory”
When the power is turned back on, the settings are restored.
Press and hold the desired QUICK SELECT until
To cancel the sleep timer
appears on the display.
Press SLEEP to set “OFF”.
The current settings will be memorized.
The “SLEEP” indicator on the display turns off.
GQuick select defaultsH
• If you do not press any button for approximately 5 seconds, the Input source Volume
menu screen light turns off. QUICK SELECT 1 BD –40 dB
Information
• The sleep timer setting is canceled if this unit’s power is set to QUICK SELECT 2 SAT/CBL –40 dB
standby or turned off. QUICK SELECT 3 GAME –40 dB
QUICK SELECT 4 DOCK –40 dB
nnRecalling the settings

Press QUICK SELECT at which the
settings you want to call out are saved.
If QUICK SELECT on the main unit is pressed, the same function as

with the remote control unit can be obtained.
BD 27
How to make detailed settings
Basic version
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.
Setting items Detailed items Description Page

Speaker Setup Speaker Config. Select speaker configuration and size (bass reproduction capability). C5
Bass Setting Set subwoofer and LFE signal range playback. C6
Advanced version
Distance Set distance from listening position to speakers. C6
Channel Level Set the volume of the test tone to be the same when it is output from each C7
speaker.
Crossover Freq. Set the maximum frequency of the bass signal output from each channel to C8
the subwoofer.
Input Setup Input Assign Changes input connector assignment. 31
MENU
Auto Preset Uses the auto preset function to program radio stations. 32
Preset Skip Sets the preset memories that you do not want to display when tuning. 32
Speaker Setup Speaker Config.
Displayed items of the “Input Setup” Video Select Video of another input source is played back combined with the playing audio. 32
menu differs, depending on the selected Input Mode Sets the audio input mode and decode mode. 32
Option Setup Distance input source. Source Level Adjusts the playback level of the audio input. 33
Channel Level
Information
Playback Mode Makes settings for iPod playback. 33
CrossoverOption
Freq. Setup Volume Control Sets the volume setting. 34
Other Setup Makes various other settings. 35
Audio Adjust Adjusts surround sound parameters. 36
Tone Adjusts the tonal quality of the sound. 38
Items that only need to be set NIGHT MODE Optimized setting for late-night listening. 38
once Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds).
[ENTER]
Set these for example Enter
upon purchase. [ ] RESTORER
Return Uncompresses compressed sources and apply bass boost for richer sound. 39
Once these items are set, there is
Audio Delay Compensates for incorrect timing between video and audio. 39
no need to set them again unless
the speaker layout or the connected
speakers have been changed.
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Examples of menu and front display
Below we describe typical examples of displays on the TV screen and on the set’s display window.
Basic version
Menu display Front display Description
Top menu display MENU
q Press MENU to display the menu screen.
e w TV screen: Displays the selected line.
w Speaker Setup Speaker Config. Display: Displays the selected item.
Speaker Setup • Use ui to move to the item you want to set.
Option Setup Distance
Channel Level
e The number of the current selected setting
Crossover Freq.
w menu is displayed.
Advanced version
Display when changing settings Speaker Config.
q The number of the current selected setting menu is displayed.
[ENTER] Enter [ e] Return w TV screen: Displays the selected line.
w Front
Center
Large
Small
Display: Displays the selected item.
Surround Small
• Use ui to move to the item you want to set.
Surround Back Small e 0 1 is displayed at the sides of items whose setting can be
Subwoofer Yes
q changed. Use o p to change to the desired setting.
w
Front •Large–
r Press ENTER to set to the mode in which the setting can be made.
r Press ENTER.
[ENTER] Enter [ ] Return e
r Press ENTER.
Speaker Setup
Information
w Speaker Config. Front q
Bass Setting Center w
Distance Surround
Channel Level Surround Back
Speaker Config.
Crossover Freq. Subwoofer
t Press RETURN B. t Press RETURN B to return to the previous menu.

t Press RETURN B.
[ENTER] Enter [ ] Return q
w
MENU Speaker Setup
w Speaker Setup
Input Setup
Speaker Config.
Bass Setting
Option Setup Distance
Channel Level
Crossover Freq.
Display when resetting w q Press i to select “Default”, then press ENTER.

[ENTER]
AssignEnter [ ] Return w The number of the current selected setting menu is displayed.
Input Default q e Press o to select “Yes”, then press ENTER .
OPTICAL TV
COAXIAL SAT/CBL
q Default
Press ENTER.
w
Default? : • No
[ENTER] Enter [ ] Return
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Input Setup
Basic version
Perform settings related to input source playback.
• You do not have to change the settings to use the unit. Make settings when needed.
Items that can be set with the “Input Setup” procedure
Menu operation Input Assign (vpage 31)
1 Press MENU.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.
Auto Preset (vpage 32)
2 Use ui to select “Input Setup”, and then press ENTER. Preset Skip (vpage 32)
Advanced version
Video Select (vpage 32)
3 Use ui to select the menu to be set or operated. Input Mode (vpage 32)
4 Press ENTER to enter the setting. Source Level (vpage 33)

• To return to the previous item, press RETURN B.
• Exiting the Menu, press MENU while the menu is displayed. Playback Mode (vpage 33)
Information
nnAbout the display of input sources
In this section, the configurable input sources for each item are shown as follows.
BD DVD TV SAT/CBL GAME V.AUX DOCK TUNER
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Input Setup
Input Assign Setting items Setting details
Basic version
OPTICAL BD / DVD / TV / SAT/CBL / GAME / V.AUX / DOCK
Examples of “Input Assign” menu screen displays Set this to change the OFF : Do not assign a optical input connector to the selected input source.
optical input connectors
This screen appears when the “Input Setup” – “Input Assign” menu is selected. Use the “Input Assign” assigned to the input • At time of purchase, the settings of the different input sources are as
menu to change the digital input connectors that are assigned to the input sources in default settings. sources. shown below.
Input source BD DVD TV SAT/CBL
Input Setup
BD DVD TV
SAT/CBL GAME Default setting OFF OFF OPTICAL OFF
Input Assign OPTICAL
Video Select COAXIAL
V.AUX DOCK
Input source GAME V.AUX DOCK
Advanced version
Input Mode
Source Level Default setting OFF OFF OFF
COAXIAL BD / DVD / TV / SAT/CBL / GAME / V.AUX / DOCK

Set this to change the OFF : Do not assign a coaxial input connector to the selected input source.
coaxial input connectors
• At time of purchase, the settings of the different input sources are as
assigned to the input
shown below.
sources.
Input source BD DVD TV SAT/CBL
BD DVD TV
Default setting OFF OFF OFF COAXIAL
Input assignments menu operations SAT/CBL GAME
V.AUX DOCK
Information
Input source GAME V.AUX DOCK
1 Use ui to select “Input Assign”, and then press ENTER.

Default setting OFF OFF OFF
2 Use uio p to select the input connector to be assigned. Default

The “Input Assign” settings
are returned to the default
Yes : Reset to the defaults.
No : Do not reset to the defaults.
3 Press ENTER to enter the setting.

If you select “Default” and press ENTER, the
settings.
message “Return settings to the default?”
is displayed. Select “Yes” or “No”, and then
press ENTER.
NOTE
If all “OPTICAL” and “COAXIAL” assignment of the TV source are set to “OFF”, TV source cannot be
selected with the input source selection.
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Input Setup
Auto Preset Input Mode Default settings are underlined.
Basic version
Use the auto preset function to program radio stations.
The input modes available for selection may vary depending on the input source.
Setting items Setting details
Start If an FM station cannot be preset automatically, select the desired
Start the auto preset Input Mode Auto : Automatically detect input signal and perform playback.
station by tuning it in manually, then preset it manually. Set the audio input modes HDMI : Play only signals from HDMI input.
process.
for the different input Digital : Play only signals from digital input (OPTICAL/COAXIAL).
TUNER sources. Analog : Play only signals from analog input.
It is normally recommended
to set the audio input mode
Advanced version
• If an input source is “BD”, “GAME”, “DOCK”, “DVD” or “V.AUX”
Preset Skip Default settings are underlined. to “Auto”.
“Digital” can be selected by assigning “Input Assign” (vpage 31)
to “OPTICAL” or “COAXIAL” (Selectable items differ depending on the
Set the preset memory block (from A to G) you do not want to display. input source.)
Setting items Setting details If an input source is “TUNER”, the setting is fixed to “Analog”.
• If the input source is set to “BD”, “TV” or “GAME”, it cannot be set to
Block A – Block G ON : Display the selected preset memory block.
“Analog”.
Select a block to be skipped Skip : Do not display the selected preset memory block.
• When digital signals are properly input, the indicator lights on
from among preset blocks
the display. If the indicator does not light, check the digital input
(from A to G).
connector assignment and the connections.
TUNER Decode Mode Auto : Detect type of digital input signal and decode and play automatically.
Set the audio decode mode PCM : Decode and play only PCM input signals.
Information
for input source. DTS : Decode and play only DTS input signals.
Video Select Default settings are underlined. BD DVD TV
SAT/CBL GAME • This item can be set for input sources for which “OPTICAL” or
Setting items Setting details “COAXIAL” is assigned at “Input Assign” (vpage 31).
V.AUX DOCK • This item can be set for HDMI input sources (BD, DVD, SAT/CBL or
Video Select Source : Play the picture and sound of the input source.
Video of another input DVD / SAT/CBL / V.AUX / DOCK : Select video input source to view. This GAME).
source is played back can be set for individual input sources. • Normally set this mode to “Auto”. Set “PCM” and “DTS” when
combined with the playing inputting the corresponding input signal.
audio. NOTE
It is not possible to select HDMI input signals.
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Input Setup
Source Level Default settings are underlined.
Basic version
Source Level –12dB – +12dB (0dB)
This function corrects
the playback level of the
selected input source’s
audio input.
Make this setting if there
are differences in the input
Advanced version
volume levels between the
different sources.
Playback Mode
This item can be set when the input source is “DOCK”.
Repeat All : All files are played repeatedly.
Make settings for repeat One : A file being played is played repeatedly.
mode. OFF : Repeat playback mode is canceled.
Information
DOCK
Shuffle nn When DENON control dock for iPod ASD-11R is connected
Make settings for shuffle Songs : All files are played in shuffle playback mode.
mode. Albums : Files in the album are played in shuffle playback mode.
OFF : Shuffle playback mode is canceled.
DOCK
nn When DENON control dock for iPod ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N
or ASD-51W is connected
ON : Shuffle playback mode is enabled.
OFF : Shuffle playback mode is canceled.
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Option Setup
Basic version
Make various option settings.
Menu operation Volume Control Default settings are underlined.
1 Press MENU.
Sets the volume setting.
2 Use ui to select “Option Setup”, and then press ENTER. Volume Display
Set how volume is
displayed.
Relative : Display ---dB (Min), in the range –80.5 dB to 18 dB.
Absolute : Display in the range 0 (Min) to 99.
Advanced version
3 Use ui to select the menu to be set or operated.
The “Volume Display” setting is applied also to the “Volume Limit”
and “Power On Level” display method.
Volume Limit OFF : Do not set a maximum volume.
4 Press ENTER to enter the setting.

Make a setting for –20dB (61) / –10dB (71) / 0dB (81)
maximum volume.
If “Volume Display” is set to “Absolute”, the value in ( ) is displayed.
• To return to the previous item, press RETURN B. Power On Level Last : Use the memorized setting from the last session.
• Exiting the Menu, press MENU while the menu is displayed. Define the volume setting – – – (0) : Always use the muting on condition when power is turned on.
The menu display disappears. that is active when the –80dB – 18dB (1 – 99) : The volume is adjusted to the set level.
power is turned on.
Mute Level Full : The sound is muted entirely.
Items that can be set with the “Option Setup” procedure Set the amount of –40dB : The sound is attenuated by 40 dB down.
Information
attenuation when muting –20dB : The sound is attenuated by 20 dB down.
Volume Control (vpage 34) is on.
Other Setup (vpage 35)
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Option Setup

Other Setup
Basic version
Default settings are underlined.
Setup Lock ON : Turn protection on.
Make various other settings. Protect settings from OFF : Turn protection off.
inadvertent change.
To turn OFF the “Setup Lock”, follow the
HDMI Audio Out Amp : Play back through speakers connected to the receiver. procedure below.
Select HDMI audio output TV : Play back through TV connected to the receiver. q Press and hold MENU for at least 3 seconds.
device. “Setup Lock:0ON 1” appears on the display.
If “TV” is selected, only an HDMI audio signal is output from the TV.
w Press p to select “OFF”, and then press
Auto Surround ON : Memorize settings. Automatically play with the last used surround ENTER.
Advanced version
Make setting for mode.
memorizing surround mode OFF : Do not memorize settings. Surround mode does not change NOTE
setting for each input signal according to input signal. When “Setup Lock” is set to “ON”, the settings listed below can no
type. longer be changed. Also, “Setup Lock!” is displayed if you attempt to
operate related settings.
The auto surround mode function lets you store in the memory the
surround mode last used for playing the four types of input signals listed • Menu operations • Channel Level
• RESTORER • Audio Adjust
below.
q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals
w Dolby Digital and DTS 2-channel signals
e Dolby Digital and DTS multi-channel signals
r LPCM Multi-channel signals
Information
Display Bright : Normal display brightness.
Adjust the display Dim : Reduced display brightness.
brightness of this unit. Dark : Very low display brightness.
OFF : Turns the display off.
Buttons on the main unit can be used for

operations.
Each time DIMMER is pressed, the setting is
changed as shown below.
Bright Dim
OFF Dark
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Adjusting the sound field effects
Basic version
The sound being played in the surround mode can be adjusted to your liking.
The items (parameters) that can be adjusted depend on the signal being input and the currently Audio Adjust Default settings are underlined.
set surround mode. For details on the adjustable parameters, see “Surround modes and surround
parameters” (vpage 48). Adjust surround sound parameters. It may not be possible to set this item depending on the input signal.
NOTE
Audio Adjust menu operations
Some setting items cannot be set while playback is stopped. Make the settings during playback.
Items that can be set with the audio adjust procedure 1 Press AUDIO ADJUST and then press ENTER.
Advanced version
Audio Adjust (vpage 36)
2 Use ui to select the menu to be set or operated.
Tone (vpage 38)
NIGHT MODE (vpage 38)

3 Press o p to enter the setting.
• To return to the previous item, press RETURN B.
• Exiting the Menu, press AUDIO ADJUST while the menu is displayed.
RESTORER (vpage 39)
Audio Delay (vpage 39)

Information
Mode nn In the PLgx or PLg mode
Set the play modes for the Cinema : Surround sound mode optimized for movie sources.
different surround modes. Music : Surround sound mode optimized for music sources.
Game : Surround sound mode optimized for games.
Pro Logic : Dolby Pro Logic playback mode (PLg mode only).
nn In the DTS NEO:6 mode

Cinema : Surround sound mode optimized for movie sources.
Music : Surround sound mode optimized for music sources.
The “Music” mode is also effective for movie sources including a lot
of stereo music.
LFE –10dB – 0dB
Adjust the low-frequency
For proper playback of the different sources, we recommend setting
effects level (LFE).
to the values below.
• Dolby Digital sources : “0dB”
• DTS movie sources : “0dB”
• DTS music sources : “–10dB”
vSee overleaf
BD 36
Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details
Basic version
Center Image 0.0 – 1.0 (0.3) SB CH OUT nn For 2-channel sources
Assign center channel Sets the method of ON : The surround back channel is used.
“Center Image” is displayed when the surround mode is set to “DTS
signal to front left and right generating of the surround OFF : No signal is played from the surround back channels.
NEO:6 Music”.
channels for wider sound. back channel.
nn For multi-channel sources
Panorama ON : Set. Set the decoding method for the surround back channel.
Assign front L/R signal also OFF : Do not set. DSCRT ON : Play the surround back signals included in the 7.1-channel
to surround channels for source.
“Panorama” is displayed when the surround mode is set to “PLgx
wider sound. MTRX ON : Generate and play the surround back signals from the
Music” or “PLg Music”.
surround channel signals.
Advanced version
Dimension 0 – 6 (3)
Shift sound image center ES MTRXz1 : Generate and play the surround back signals from the
“Dimension” is displayed when the surround mode is set to “PLgx surround channel signals of the DTS source.
to front or rear to adjust
playback balance.
Music” or “PLg Music”. ES DSCRTz2 : Play the surround back signals included in the
6.1-channel DTS source.
Center Width 0 – 7 (3)
PLgx Cz3 : Generate and play the surround back signals by decoding
Assign center channel
“Center Width” is displayed when the surround mode is set to “PLgx the signals in the Dolby Pro Logic gx Cinema mode.
signal to front left and right
Music” or “PLg Music”. PLgx M : Generate and play the surround back signals by decoding the
channels for wider sound.
signals in the Dolby Pro Logic gx Music mode.
AFDM ON : Set. OFF : Do not play the surround back channel.
(Auto flag detect mode) OFF : Do not set.
z1 This can be selected when playing DTS sources.
Detect the source’s
[Example] Playing Dolby Digital software (with EX flag) z2 This can be selected when playing DTS sources including a signal to
surround back channel
• When “AFDM” is set to “ON”, the surround mode is automatically set identify discrete 6.1-channel signals.
Information
signal and set the
to the DOLBY D + PLgx C mode. z3 This can be selected when “Speaker Config.” – “Surround Back”
optimum surround mode
• To play in the DOLBY DIGITAL EX mode, set “AFDM” to “OFF” and (C page 5 “Speaker Config.”) is set to other than “None”.
automatically.
“Audio Adjust” – “SB CH OUT” to “MTRX ON”.
If the source being played contains a surround back signal, the decoder
Some Dolby Digital EX sources do not include EX flags. If the playback type is automatically selected by the AFDM function. Set “AFDM” to
mode does not switch automatically even when “AFDM” is set to “OFF” to switch to your preferred decoder.
“ON”, set “Audio Adjust” – “SB CH OUT” to “MTRX ON” or “PLgx
C”.
NOTE
D.Comp Low / Mid / High : These set the compression level. If the setting in “Speaker Config.” – “Surround Back” (C page 5
Compress dynamic range OFF : Turn dynamic range compression off. “Speaker Config.”) is “None”, “SB CH OUT” is not displayed.
(difference between loud Subwoofer ON : The subwoofer is used.
and soft sounds). Turn subwoofer output on OFF : The subwoofer is not used.
DRC Auto : Automatic dynamic range compression on/off control according to and off.
NOTE
Compress dynamic range source. This can be set in the Dolby TrueHD mode.
(difference between loud Low / Mid / High : These set the compression level. This can be set when the surround mode is “DIRECT” (vpage 21) and
and soft sounds). OFF : Dynamic range compression always off. the “SW Mode” (C page 6 “Bass Setting”) is “LFE+Main”.
Default Yes : Reset to the defaults.
The “Audio Adjust” settings No : Do not reset to the defaults.
are returned to the default
settings.
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• If you do not press any button for approximately 5 seconds, the menu screen light turns off.
Basic version
Tone around items indicate the settings made upon purchase. NIGHT MODE around items indicate the settings made upon purchase.
Adjust the tonal quality of the sound. Optimized setting for late-night listening.
1 Press TONE. Press NIGHT to select your desired mode.
Tone
Advanced version
Tone Control OFF
D.Comp:OFF
OFF Not set.

Low Set the adjusted value to “Low”.
Mid Set the adjusted value to “Middle”.

2 Use o p to select “ON”.
High Set the adjusted value to “High”.
Information
ON Allow tone adjustment (bass, treble).
OFF Playback without tone adjustment.
When a Dolby TrueHD signal is output, “DRC” is displayed on the TV screen.
NOTE The setting mode is also changed as shown below.
The tone cannot be adjusted in the direct mode. OFF Not set.
3 Press ui to select an item to be set, and use o p to select a setting value. Low
Mid
Set the adjusted value to “Low”.
Set the adjusted value to “Middle”.
Bass Adjust low frequency range (bass). High Set the adjusted value to “High”.
• –6dB – +6dB (0dB) Auto Automatic dynamic range compression on/off control according to the source.
Treble Adjust high frequency range (treble).
• –6dB – +6dB (0dB)
“Bass” or “Treble” can be set when “Tone Control” is set to “ON”.
BD 38
• If you do not press any button for approximately 5 seconds, the menu screen light turns off.
Basic version
RESTORER around items indicate the settings made upon purchase. Audio Delay around items indicate the settings made upon purchase.
Compressed audio formats such as MP3, WMA (Windows Media Audio) and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the While viewing video, manually adjust the time to delay audio output.
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 Use AUDIO DELAY +, – to select the value to be set.
of the original sound before compression. It also corrects the sense of volume of the bass to obtain richer
sound with compressed audio signals.
Press RESTORER to select “ON” or “OFF”.
Advanced version
Audio Delay : 0ms
0ms – 200ms
RESTORER:OFF
ON Use RESTORER. Store “Audio Delay” for each input source.
Information
OFF Do not use RESTORER.
• This can also be set by pressing RESTORER on the main unit.
• This item can be set with analog signals or when a PCM signal (fs = 44.1/48 kHz) is input.
• This cannot be set when the surround mode is set to “DIRECT”.
• This item default setting for “iPod” is “ON”. All others are set to “OFF”.
• When set to “ON”, is displayed.
BD 39
Information
Information on the main unit’s various settings (Status) and on input signals (Audio Input Signal) is shown
Basic version
on the display.
The information displayed changes each time you press STATUS.
The information is displayed for several seconds before the display returns to its original condition.
GItems to be checkedH
• Input source
• Surround mode
• Input digital terminal
• Input mode
Advanced version
• Decode mode
• Video select
• Dialogue normalization
etc.
NOTE
The information displayed differs according to the input source.
Dialogue normalization function
This function is automatically activated when playing Dolby Digital sources.

It automatically corrects the standard signal level for individual program sources.
The correction value can be checked using STATUS.
Information
The figure is the corrected value. This
cannot be changed.
BD 40
Information
Basic version
Information
Here, we list various information related to this unit.
Please refer to this information as needed.
Advanced version
F Part names and functions vpage 42
F Other information vpage 47
F Troubleshooting vpage 55
F Specifications vpage 57
F Index vpage 58
Information
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Part names and functions
Basic version
Front panel
For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
Q5 Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 Q0 o
Advanced version
Q6 Q7 Q8 Q9 W0
Information
q w e r t y u i
q Power operation button y iPod system buttons·························································· (16, 57) Q1 Display······················································································· (43)
(ON/STANDBY)·······················································(C 4, C 8) • Stop button (2) Q2 Remote control sensor···························································· (46)
Turns power to this unit on and off (standby). • Skip buttons (8, 9)
Q3 Tuner preset channel buttons
w Power indicator·······················································(C 4, C 8) u PORTABLE IN jack······································································ (9) (TUNER PRESET CH +, –)························································· (18)
e Headphones jack (PHONES) i V.AUX INPUT connectors·························································· (8) Q4 SHIFT button······································································· (17, 18)
When the headphones are plugged into this jack, audio will no Remove the cap covering the connectors when you want to use
longer be output from the connected speakers or from the PRE them.
Q5 TUNER button·········································································· (17)
OUT connectors. Q6 Input source select buttons (SOURCE df)···························· (11)
NOTE Q7 RESTORER button···································································· (39)
To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively Q8 SLEEP button············································································ (27)
when using headphones. Q9 DIMMER button········································································ (35)
r QUICK SELECT buttons··························································· (27) W0 STATUS button········································································ (13)
t iPod play button (iPod 1)························································ (16) o MASTER VOLUME control knob············································· (11)
Q0 Master volume indicator
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Display
Basic version
Q2 Q1 Q0 o i u y t
Advanced version
q w e r
q Decoder indicators y Sleep timer indicator Q0 RESTORER indicator

These light when the respective decoders are operating. This lights when the sleep mode is selected (vpage 27). This lights when the RESTORER mode is selected (vpage 39).
w Input signal indicators u MUTE indicator Q1 HDMI indicator
e Information display This lights when the mute mode is select (vpage 11). This lights when playing using HDMI connections.
The input source name, surround mode, setting values and other i Surround back indicator Q2 Tuner reception mode indicators
information are displayed here. This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround These light according to the reception conditions when the input
r Front speaker indicator back speakers (C page 6 “Speaker Config. (Cont.)“). source is set to “TUNER”.
Information
This lights according to the setting of the front speakers. o Input mode indicators STEREO : In the FM mode, this light when receiving stereo
Set the audio input modes for the different input sources broadcasts.
t Master volume indicator TUNED : Lights when the broadcast is properly tuned in.
(vpage 32).
AUTO : This light when in the auto tuning mode.
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Rear panel
See the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
Basic version
Q0 o i u y
Advanced version
Information
q w e r t
q PRE OUT connectors·············································· (C 3, 24, 25) u Digital audio connectors························································ (7, 8) NOTE
w Speaker terminals·················································· (C 3, 24, 25) i HDMI connectors···························································· (C 4, 5) Do not touch the inner pins of the connectors on the rear panel.
e DOCK CONTROL jack································································· (9) o Analog audio connectors··················································· (7, 8, 9) Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.
r S-VIDEO connector···································································· (9) Q0 FM/AM antenna terminals······················································ (10)
t VIDEO connectors·································································· (7, 8)
y Power cord·········································································· (C 4)
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Remote control unit
For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
Basic version
Q4
q Power buttons Q4 Remote control signal transmitter············ (46)
(ON, STANDBY)························· (C 4, C 8)
Q5 SEARCH button····································· (13, 14)
q w Sleep timer button (SLEEP)························ (27) Q6 STATUS button··········································· (13)
w Q5 e DIMMER button··········································· (35) Q7 MEMORY button········································· (17)
e Q6 r Input source select buttons························ (11) Q8 BAND button··············································· (17)
Q7 t QUICK SELECT buttons······························ (27)
Advanced version
Q9 MODE button··············································· (17)
Q8 y MENU button········································· (29, 30) W0 SHIFT button·········································· (17, 18)
Q9 u Cursor buttons
r W0 W1 TUNING buttons (d f)································ (17)
(uio p)················································· (29, 30)
W2 Channel buttons (CH +, –)····················· (17, 18)
i ENTER button········································ (29, 30)
W1 W3 AUDIO ADJUST button························ (20, 36)
o Channel level button (CH LEVEL)·············· (26)
W4 Master volume control buttons
Q0 RESTORER button······································· (39) (M d f)······················································· (11)
W2 Q1 NIGHT button·············································· (38) W5 RETURN button (B)···························· (29, 30)
t Q2 SURROUND buttons W6 TONE button················································ (38)
(0 1)················································ (19, 20, 21)
W7 Muting button (N)····································· (11)
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W3 Q3 iPod system buttons··································· (16)
y • Skip buttons (8, 9) W8 AUDIO DELAY button (+, –)························ (39)
• Stop button (2)
vSee overleaf
• Play/Pause button (1/3)
u W4 • Search buttons (6, 7)
• Repeat playback button (REPEAT)
i
• Random playback button (RANDOM)
o
W5
Q0
Q1 W6
W7
Q2 W8
Q3
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Remote control unit
Inserting the batteries Operating range of the remote control unit
Basic version
q Remove the rear lid in the w Load the two batteries properly Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
direction of the arrow and as indicated by the marks in
remove it. the battery compartment.
R03/AAA
Approx. 23 ft/7 m
30° 30°
Advanced version
e Put the rear cover back on.
NOTE
• Insert the specified batteries in the remote control unit. NOTE
• Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate The set may function improperly or the remote control unit may not
even when the remote control unit is operated close to the unit. (The operate if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight,
supplied batteries are only for verifying operation.) strong artificial light from an inverter type fluorescent lamp or infrared
• When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction, light.
following the q and w marks in the battery compartment.
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• To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
• Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
• Do not use two different types of batteries.
• Do not attempt to charge dry batteries.
• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of batteries in
flames.
• Do not keep the battery in a place exposed to direct sunlight or in
places with extremely high temperatures, such as near a heater.
• If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside
of the battery compartment and insert new batteries.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in
use for long periods.
• Used batteries should be disposed of in accordance with the local
regulations regarding battery disposal.
• The remote control unit may function improperly if rechargeable
batteries are used.
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Other information
Basic version
nn Trademark information (vpage 47)
Trademark information
This product uses the following technologies:
nn Surround (vpage 48)
nn Relationship between video signals and monitor
Manufactured under license from
output (vpage 52) Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro
nn Explanation of terms (vpage 53) Logic” and the double-D symbol are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
Advanced version
Manufactured under license under
U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942; 5,956,674;
5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616;
6,487,535; 7,212,872; 7,333,929;
7,392,195; 7,272,567 & other U.S.
and worldwide patents issued &
pending. DTS and the Symbol are
registered trademarks, & DTS-HD,
DTS-HD Master Audio, and the DTS
logos are trademarks of DTS, Inc.
Product includes software. © DTS,
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Inc. All Rights Reserved.
HDMI, the HDMI Logo and High-
Definition Multimedia Interface are
trademarks or registered trademarks
of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United
States and other countries.
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Surround
This unit is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie theater.
Basic version
Surround modes and surround parameters
This table shows the speakers that can be used in each surround mode and the surround parameters adjustable in each surround mode.
Symbols in the table

S This indicates the audio output channels or surround parameters that can be set.
D This indicates the audio output channels. The output channels depend on the settings of C page 5 “Speaker Config.”.
Channel output Audio Adjust (vpage 36)
Advanced version
Surround mode (vpage 19) Mode D. Comp z3 DRC z4 LFE z5
Front L/R Center Surround L/R Surround Back L/R Subwoofer
(vpage 36) (vpage 37) (vpage 37) (vpage 36)
DIRECT (2channel) S Dz2 S S
DIRECT (Multi-channel) S D D Dz1 D S S S
STEREO S D S S S
MULTI CH IN S D D D D S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx S D D D D S S S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC g S D D D S S S
DTS NEO:6 S D D D D S S S
DOLBY DIGITAL S D D D D S S
DOLBY DIGITAL Plus S D D D D S S
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DOLBY TrueHD S D D D D S
DTS SURROUND S D D D D S S
DTS 96/24 S D D D D S S
DTS-HD S D D D D S S
DTS Express S D D D D S S
MULTI CH STEREO S D D D D S S
VIRTUAL S Dz2 S S
z1 A signal for each channel contained in an input signal is output as audio.
z2 Only when “SW Mode” is set to “LFE+Main” (C page 6 “Bass Setting”), sound is output from the subwoofer.
z3 This item can be selected when a Dolby Digital or DTS signal is played.
z4 This item can be selected when a Dolby TrueHD signal is played.
z5 This item can be selected when a Dolby Digital or DTS signal or DVD-Audio is played.
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Surround
Audio Adjust (vpage 36)
Basic version
PRO LOGIC g/gx Music mode only NEO:6 Music mode only Tone RESTORER z7
Surround mode (vpage 19) AFDM z6 SB CH OUT Subwoofer
Panorama Dimension Center Width Center Image (vpage 38) (vpage 39)
(vpage 37) (vpage 37) (vpage 37)
(vpage 37) (vpage 37) (vpage 37) (vpage 37)
DIRECT (2 channel) Sz2
DIRECT (Multi-channel)
STEREO S S
MULTI CH IN S S S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx S S S S S S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC g S S S S S S
Advanced version
DTS NEO:6 S S S S
DOLBY DIGITAL S S S
DOLBY DIGITAL Plus S S S
DOLBY TrueHD S S
DTS SURROUND S S S
DTS 96/24 S S S
DTS-HD S S
DTS Express S S S
MULTI CH STEREO S S S
VIRTUAL S S
z2 Only when “SW Mode” is set to “LFE+Main” (C page 6 “Bass Setting”), sound is output from the subwoofer.
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z6 This item can be selected when a Dolby Digital or DTS or DVD-Audio signal is played.
z7 This item can be set when the input signal is analog, PCM 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz.
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Surround
nnTypes of input signals, and corresponding surround modes
Basic version
This table shows the input signal that can be played in each surround mode. Check the audio signal of the input source then select the surround mode.
Symbols in the table

F This indicates the default surround mode.
D This indicates the surround mode that is fixed when “AFDM” (vpage 37) is set to “ON”.
S This indicates the selectable surround mode.
Input signal types and formats
PCM DTS-HD DTS DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL
Surround mode (vpage 19) NOTE DTS-HD DOLBY
Advanced version
ANALOG DTS-HD DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY
LINEAR PCM LINEAR PCM High DTS DTS DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL EX
Master DSCRT MTRX DTS 96/24 DIGITAL EX DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL
(multi ch) (2ch) Resolution EXPRESS (5.1ch) TrueHD DIGITAL Plus (With no
Audio (With Flag) (With Flag) (With Flag) (5.1/5/4ch) (4/3ch) (2ch)
Audio Flag)
DTS SURROUND
DTS-HD MSTR F
DTS-HD HI RES F
DTS ES DSCRT6.1 z FD
DTS ES MTRX6.1 z FD
DTS SURROUND S S F
DTS 96/24 F
DTS + PLgx CINEMA z S S S S
DTS + PLgx MUSIC z S S S S
DTS EXPRESS F
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DTS + NEO:6 z S S S
DTS NEO:6 CINEMA S S S
DTS NEO:6 MUSIC S S S
DOLBY SURROUND
DOLBY TrueHD F
DOLBY DIGITAL+ F
DOLBY DIGITAL EX z S S S S
DOLBY DIGITAL S F F F
DOLBY (D) +PLgx CINEMA z FD S S S
DOLBY (D) +PLgx MUSIC z S S S S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx CINEMA z S S S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx MUSIC z S S S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx GAME z S S S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC g CINEMA S S S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC g MUSIC S S S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC g GAME S S S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC S S S
z If “Speaker Config.“ – “Surround Back“ (C page 5 “Speaker Config.”) is set to “None”, this surround mode cannot be selected.
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Surround
Input signal types and formats
Basic version
PCM DTS-HD DTS DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL
Surround mode (vpage 19) NOTE DTS-HD DOLBY
ANALOG DTS-HD DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY
LINEAR PCM LINEAR PCM High DTS DTS DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL EX
Master DSCRT MTRX DTS 96/24 DIGITAL EX DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL
(multi ch) (2ch) Resolution EXPRESS (5.1ch) TrueHD DIGITAL Plus (With no
Audio (With Flag) (With Flag) (With Flag) (5.1/5/4ch) (4/3ch) (2ch)
Audio Flag)
MULTI CH IN
MULTI CH IN F
MULTI CH IN + PLgx CINEMA z S
MULTI CH IN + PLgx MUSIC z S
MULTI CH IN 7.1 F D (7.1)
Advanced version
DIRECT
DIRECT S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S
DSP SIMULATION
MULTI CH STEREO S S S S S S S S S S S S
VIRTUAL S S S S S S S S S S S S
STEREO
STEREO F S F S S S S S S S S S S S S S S
z If “Speaker Config.“ – “Surround Back“ (C page 5 “Speaker Config.) is set to “None”, this surround mode cannot be selected.
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Relationship between video signals and monitor output
Basic version
Input connector Output connector Menu displayed
HDMI S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI VIDEO HDMI VIDEO
A A A A A Only the menu is displayed A
A A S A S <VIDEO> Only the menu is displayed A (VIDEO)
A S A A S <S-VIDEO> Only the menu is displayed A (S-VIDEO)
S A A S <HDMI> A S (HDMI) A
S A S S <HDMI> S <VIDEO> S (HDMI) A (VIDEO)
S S A S <HDMI> S <S-VIDEO> S (HDMI) A (S-VIDEO)
S Video signal input present S < > The input signal between the < > marks is output. S ( ) Superimposed on the picture indicated in ( ).
Advanced version
A No video signal input A No video signal output A ( ) Only the picture in ( ) is output.
NOTE
• If you operate the menu while playing back 3D video content or computer’s resolution (e.g. VGA), the playback video is replaced by the menu screen. The playback video is not displayed behind the menu screen.
• This unit does not show the status display while playing back 3D video content or computer’s resolution (e.g. VGA).
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Explanation of terms
Basic version
A Dolby Pro Logic g DTS 96/24 DTS-HD Master Audio
Dolby Pro Logic g is a matrix decoding technology DTS 96/24 is a digital audio format enabling high DTS-HD Master Audio is a lossless audio format
Adobe RGB color, Adobe YCC601 color
developed by Dolby Laboratories. sound quality playback in 5.1 channels with a created by Digital Theater System (DTS). This
Like x.v.Color, each of these color spaces defines
Regular music such as that on CDs is encoded into sampling frequency of 96 kHz and 24 bit quantization format provides the facility to support up to 8 audio
a palette of available colors that is larger than the
5 channels to achieve an excellent surround effect. on DVD-Video. channels with a sampling frequency of 96kHz/24bit
traditional RGB color model.
The surround channel signals are converted into DTS Digital Surround resolution and up to 6 audio channels with a
D stereo and full band signals (with a frequency DTS Digital Surround is the standard digital surround sampling frequency of 192kHz/24bit resolution.
Deep Color response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater) to create format of DTS, Inc., compatible with a sampling It is fully compatible with conventional products,
This technology allows expression of more number a “three-dimensional” sound image offering a rich frequency of 44.1 or 48 kHz and up to 5.1 channels including conventional DTS digital surround
of colors than the conventional 8 bits and can sense of presence for all stereo sources. of digital discrete surround sound. 5.1-channel data.
Advanced version
reproduce colors close to natural ones without color Dolby Pro Logic gx DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1 DTS NEO:6™ Surround
streak. Dolby Pro Logic gx is a further improved version of DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1 is a 6.1-channel discrete DTS NEO:6™ is a matrix decoding technology
Dolby Digital the Dolby Pro Logic g matrix decoding technology. digital audio format adding a surround back (SB) for achieving 6.1-channel surround playback
Dolby Digital is a multi-channel digital signal format Audio signals recorded in 2 channels are decoded channel to the DTS digital surround sound. with 2-channel sources. It includes “DTS NEO:6
developed by Dolby Laboratories. to achieve a natural sound with up to 7.1 channels. Decoding of conventional 5.1-channel audio signals Cinema” suited for playing movies and “DTS
A total of 5.1 channels are played: 3 front channels There are three modes: “Music” suited for playing is also possible according to the decoder. NEO:6 Music” suited for playing music.
(“FL”, “FR” and “C”), 2 surround channels music, “Cinema” suited for playing movies, and DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1 Dynamic range
(“SL” and “SR”) and the “LFE” channel for low “Game” which is optimized for playing games. DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1 is a 6.1-channel discrete digital The difference between the maximum undistorted
frequencies. Dolby TrueHD audio format inserting a surround back (SB) channel sound level and the minimum discernible level
Because of this, there is no crosstalk between Dolby TrueHD is a high definition audio technology to the DTS digital surround sound through matrix above the noise emitted by the device.
channels and a realistic sound field with a “three- developed by Dolby Laboratories, using lossless encoding. Decoding of conventional 5.1-channel
dimensional” feeling (sense of distance, movement coding technology to faithfully reproduce the sound audio signals is also possible according to the H
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and positioning) is achieved. of the studio master. decoder. HDCP
A realistic, powerful sense of presence is achieved This format provides the facility to support up to DTS Express When transmitting digital signals between devices,
when playing movie sources in AV rooms as well. 8 audio channels with a sampling frequency of DTS Express is an audio format supporting low bit this copyright protection technology encrypts
Dolby Digital EX 96kHz/24bit resolution and up to 6 audio channels rates (max. 5.1 channels, 24 to 256 kbps). the signals to prevent content from being copied
Dolby Digital EX is a 6.1-channel surround format with a sampling frequency of 192kHz/24bit DTS-HD without authorization.
proposed by Dolby Laboratories that allows users resolution. Dolby TrueHD is adopted for applications This audio technology provides higher sound quality HDMI
to enjoy in their homes the “DOLBY DIGITAL that put very high importance on sound quality. and enhanced functionality than the conventional This is an abbreviation of High-Definition Multimedia
SURROUND EX” audio format jointly developed by Downmix DTS and is adopted as an optional audio for Blu-ray Interface, which is an AV digital interface that can
Dolby Laboratories and Lucas Films. This function converts the number of channels of Disc. This technology supports multi-channel, high be connected to a TV or amplifier. Video signal and
The 6.1 channels of sound, including surround back surround audio to less number of channels and data transfer speed, high sampling frequency, and audio signal can be connected using 1 cable.
channels, provide improved sound positioning and plays back. lossless audio playback. Maximum 7.1-channels are
expression of space. DTS supported in Blu-ray Disc. L
Dolby Digital Plus This is an abbreviation of Digital Theater System, DTS-HD High Resolution Audio LFE
Dolby Digital Plus is an improved Dolby Digital signal which is a digital audio system developed by DTS. DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is an improved This is an abbreviation of Low Frequency Effect,
format that is compatible with up to 7.1 channels When playing back audio by connecting this system version of the conventional DTS, DTS-ES and which is an output channel that emphasizes
of discrete digital sound and also improves sound with a device such as DTS amplifier, accurate sound DTS 96/24 signals formats, compatible with low frequency effect sound. Surround audio is
quality thanks to extra data bit rate performance. field position and realistic sound effect as if you are sampling frequencies of 96 or 48 kHz and up to intensified by outputting 20 Hz to 120 Hz deep
It is upwardly compatible with conventional Dolby in a movie theater can be obtained. 7.1 channels of discrete digital sound. High data bass.
Digital, so it offers greater flexibility in response to bit rate performance provides high quality sound.
the source signal and the conditions of the playback This format is fully compatible with conventional
equipment. products, including conventional DTS digital
surround 5.1-channel data.
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Explanation of terms
M W
Basic version
MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3) WMA (Windows Media Audio)
This is an internationally standardized audio data This is audio compression technology developed by
compression scheme, using the “MPEG-1” video Microsoft Corporation.
compression standard. It compresses the data WMA data can be encoded using Windows
volume to about one eleventh its original size while Media® Player Ver.7, 7.1, Windows Media® Player
maintaining sound quality equivalent to a music CD. for Windows® XP and Windows Media® Player 9
MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group), MPEG-2, Series.
MPEG-4 To encode WMA files, only use applications
These are the names for digital compression format authorized by Microsoft Corporation. If you use
standards used for the encoding of video and audio. an unauthorized application, the file may not work
Advanced version
Video standards include “MPEG-1 Video”, “MPEG- properly.
2 Video”, “MPEG-4 Visual”, “MPEG-4 AVC”. Audio
X
standards include “MPEG-1 Audio”, “MPEG-2
Audio”, “MPEG-4 AAC”. x.v.Color
This function lets HDTVs display colors more
P accurately. It enables display with natural, vivid
Protection Circuit colors. “x.v.Color” is a Sony registered trademark.
This is a function to prevent damage to components
within the power supply when an abnormality
such as an overload, excess voltage occurs or
temperature for any reason.
In this unit, the power indicator blinks and the unit
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enters standby mode when an abnormality occurs.
S
Sampling frequency
Sampling involves taking a reading of a sound wave
(analog signal) at regular intervals and expressing
the height of the wave at each reading in digitized
format (producing a digital signal).
The number of readings taken in one second is
called the “sampling frequency”. The larger the
value, the closer the reproduced sound is to the
original.
Speaker impedance
This is an AC resistance value, indicated in Ω
(ohms). Greater power can be obtained with this
value smaller.
sYCC601 color
Like x.v.Color, each of these color spaces defines
a palette of available colors that is larger than the
traditional RGB color model.
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Troubleshooting
Basic version
If a problem should arise, first check the following: GHDMIH
1. Are the connections correct?
Symptom Cause/Solution Page
2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual?
3. Are the other components operating properly? No audio is • Check the connection of the HDMI connectors. 5
If this unit does not operate properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist, output with HDMI • When outputting HDMI audio from the speakers, set “HDMI 35
there may be a malfunction. connection. Audio Out” on the menu to “Amp”.
In this case, disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase. • When outputting HDMI audio from a TV, set “HDMI Audio Out” 35
on the menu to “TV”.
GGeneralH No video is • Check the connection of the HDMI connectors. 5
Advanced version
output with HDMI • Set the input source to match the connected HDMI connector. 5, 11
Symptom Cause/Solution Page
connection. • Check whether the TV is compatible with copyright protection 5
Power does not turn • Check whether the power plug is correctly inserted into the power C4 (HDCP). If connected to a device not compatible with HDCP, video
on. outlet. will not be output correctly.
• The protection circuit is active. Disconnect the power plug from 54
the electric outlet, wait 5 to 10 seconds and then insert it back GVideoH
into the outlet. Symptom Cause/Solution Page
Display is off. • Set “Display” on the menu to something other than “OFF”. 35 No picture appears. • Check the TV connection. C4
• Set the TV input correctly. C4
The power indicator • The temperature inside the unit has risen. Please turn off power –
is blinking red. once, and re-apply the power after the temperature has fallen
sufficiently.
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• Please re-install this unit in a place having good ventilation. –
• Please use speakers which have the specified impedance. 24,
C3
• The speaker cable has shorted (is touching). Firmly twist the core C3
wire in the speaker cable, and then re-connect it to the speaker
terminal.
After turning on the • This unit amplifier circuit has failed. Turn off the power and please –
power, the power contact the DENON service adviser.
indicator is blinking
red.
Set does not operate • Reset the microprocessor. 57
properly.
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GAudioH GRadioH
Symptom Cause/Solution Page Symptom Cause/Solution Page
Basic version
Audio is not output. • Check the connections for all devices. C 4, Reception fails, or • Change the antenna orientation or position. 10
5, 7, 8, there is a lot of noise • Separate the AM loop antenna from the unit. 10
9, 10 or distortion. • Use an FM outdoor antenna. 10
• Check the speaker connections and configurations. C 3, • Separate the antenna from other connection cables. 10
24, 25
GControl dock for iPodH
• Check whether the audio device power is turned on. –
• Adjust the master volume. 11 Symptom Cause/Solution Page
• Cancel the mute mode. 11 iPod cannot be • Check the iPod connections. 9
• Select a suitable input source. 11 played. • Insert the AC adaptor of the iPod control dock into the power –
• Select a suitable input mode. 32 outlet.
Advanced version
• Disconnect the headphones. No sound is output from the speakers 42 • Switch the input source to “DOCK”. 11
or the PRE OUT connectors when headphones are connected.
“Connection Error” • Unable to communicate properly. Turn off the power to this unit, –
No sound is • Check if the surround speakers are connected to the SURROUND – is displayed. disconnect the iPod and then reconnect it.
produced from terminals. • The iPod is not responding. Turn off the power to this unit, –
surround speaker. disconnect the iPod and then reconnect it.
No sound is • Set “Speaker Config.” – “Surround Back” on the menu to C6 “Not Support” is • The iPod connected to the unit is not compatible. Please make –
produced from something other than “None”. displayed. sure the iPod you are connecting is compatible.
surround back • Set the surround mode to something other than “STEREO”. 19 • The software version of the connected iPod is an old one. Please –
speaker. update to the latest version.
No sound is • Check the subwoofer connections. C 3,
produced from GRemote Control UnitH
24, 25
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subwoofer. • Turn on the subwoofer’s power. C4 Symptom Cause/Solution Page
• Set “Speaker Config.” – “Subwoofer” on the menu to “Yes”. C6 The set cannot be • Batteries are worn out. Replace with new batteries. 46
• If “Front” and “Center” for “Speaker Config.” are set to “Large”, C 5, operated with the • Operate the remote control unit within a distance of about 46
and “SW Mode” is set to “LFE”, no sound may be output from C6 remote control unit. 23 ft/7 m from this unit and at an angle of within 30°.
the subwoofers, depending on the input signal or selected • Remove any obstacle between this unit and the remote control 46
surround mode. unit.
DTS sound is not • Set “Decode Mode” on the menu to “Auto” or “DTS”. 32 • Insert the batteries in the proper direction, checking the q and 46
output. w marks.
Dolby TrueHD, DTS- • Make HDMI connections. 5 • The set’s remote control sensor is exposed to strong light (direct 46
HD, Dolby Digital sunlight, inverter type fluorescent bulb light, etc.). Move the set
Plus audio is not to a place in which the remote control sensor will not be exposed
output. to strong light.
Dolby PLg mode or • Check that “Speaker Config.” – “Center” or “Surround” is set C5
DTS NEO:6 mode to other than “None”. If the speaker system is 2.0/2.1ch, this
cannot be selected. surround mode cannot be selected.
• When headphones are used, Dolby PLg or DTS NEO:6 cannot be –
selected.
RESTORER cannot • Check that an analog signal or PCM signal (fs=44.1/48 kHz) is 39
be selected. input. For playback of multichannel signals such as Dolby Digital
or DTS surround, RESTORER cannot be used.
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Resetting the microprocessor Specifications
Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations cannot be performed.
Basic version
When the microprocessor is reset, all the settings are reset to their default values.
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• Power amplifier
ON/STANDBY Rated output: Front:
75 W + 75 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.)
110 W + 110 W (6 Ω, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Center:
75 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.)
110 W (6 Ω, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Surround:
75 W + 75 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.)
Advanced version
110 W + 110 W (6 Ω, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Output connectors: 6 – 16 Ω
• Analog
Input sensitivity/Input impedance: 200 mV/47 kΩ
Frequency response: 10 Hz – 100 kHz — 0, –3 dB (DIRECT mode)
S/N: 98 dB (IHF–A weighted, DIRECT mode)
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1 Turn off the power using ON/STANDBY. • Standard video connectors
Input/output level and impedance: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω
2 Press ON/STANDBY while simultaneously pressing 8 and 9.

Frequency response: 5 Hz – 10 MHz — 0, –3 dB
nn Tuner section [FM] [AM]
Information
3 Once
(Note: μV at 75 Ω, 0 dBf = 1 x 10–15 W)
the display starts flashing at intervals of about 1 second, release the two
Receiving Range: 87.5 MHz – 107.9 MHz 520 kHz – 1710 kHz
buttons. Usable Sensitivity: 1.2 μV (12.8 dBf) 18 μV
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: MONO 2.8 μV (20.2 dBf)
S/N (IHF-A): MONO 70 dB
STEREO 67 dB
If in step 3 the display does not flash at intervals of about 1 second, start over from step 1.
Total harmonic Distortion (at 1 kHz): MONO 0.7 %
STEREO 1.0 %
nn General
Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 330 W
0.5 W (Standby)
nn Remote control unit (RC-1158)

Batteries: R03/AAA Type (two batteries)
Maximum external dimensions: 1-31/32” (W) x 8-5/16” (H) x 55/64” (D) (50 x 211 x 22 mm)
Weight: 3.9 oz (110 g, including batteries)
For purposes of improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
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Index vvD vvL Remote mode········································· 13, 14, 15
Repeat································································· 33
D.Comp······························································· 37 LFE································································ 36, 53
vvNumerics Resetting the microprocessor····························· 57
Basic version
Decode Mode····················································· 32 Listening mode··················································· 19 RESTORER·························································· 39
2.1-channel···················································· 23, 25 Deep Color······················································ 5, 53
3D·········································································· 5 Dimension··························································· 37 vvM vvS
7.1-channel···················································· 23, 24 Display··························································· 35, 43 Menu map··························································· 28 Sampling frequency············································ 54
Distance······························································ 28 Mode··································································· 36
vvA Dolby
SB CH OUT························································· 37
MP3····································································· 54 Selecting the input source·································· 11
Accessories··························································· 1 Dolby Digital··············································· 20, 53 MPEG·································································· 54
Adjusting the master volume······························ 11 Setup Lock·························································· 35
Dolby Digital EX·········································· 20, 53 Mute Level·························································· 34
Adobe RGB color / Adobe YCC601 color············ 53 Shuffle································································· 33
Dolby Digital Plus········································ 20, 53
AFDM·································································· 37 Sleep timer·························································· 27
Dolby Pro Logic II············································· 53 vvN
Source Level······················································· 33
Advanced version
AM loop antenna················································· 10 Dolby Pro Logic IIx············································ 53 NIGHT MODE····················································· 38 Speaker
Audio Adjust························································ 36 Dolby TrueHD············································· 20, 53
Audio Delay························································· 39 Connect···························································· 24
Downmix····························································· 53 vvO
Auto Preset························································· 32 Install································································ 23
DRC····································································· 37
Option Setup······················································· 34 Speaker Config.··················································· 28
Auto Surround····················································· 35 DTS······························································· 20, 53
Other Setup······················································ 35 Speaker impedance············································· 54
DTS 96/24··················································· 20, 53
vvB Volume Control················································· 34 Speaker Setup····················································· 28
DTS Digital Surround········································ 53
Other Setup························································· 35 Subwoofer··························································· 37
Bass···································································· 38 DTS-ES Discrete 6.1··································· 20, 53
Auto Surround·················································· 35 Surround back speaker·································· 23, 24
Bass Setting························································ 28 DTS-ES Matrix 6.1······································ 20, 53
Display······························································ 35 Surround Mode············································· 19, 48
Browse mode·········································· 13, 14, 15 DTS Express····················································· 53
HDMI Audio Out··············································· 35 sYCC601 color····················································· 54
DTS-HD······················································· 20, 53
Setup Lock························································ 35
vvC DTS-HD High Resolution Audio························ 53 vvT
Information
Cable DTS-HD Master Audio······································ 53 vvP
DTS NEO:6™ Surround······························ 20, 53 Tone···································································· 38
Audio cable····················································· 7, 8
Panorama···························································· 37 Trademark··························································· 47
Coaxial digital cable············································ 8 Dynamic range···················································· 53
Playback Treble·································································· 38
HDMI cable························································· 5
vvF Blu-ray Disc player············································ 12 Troubleshooting·················································· 55
Optical cable······················································· 7
Control dock for iPod········································ 13 Turning off the sound temporarily······················· 11
Stereo mini plug cable········································ 9 Fader function····················································· 26
Direct································································ 21
Video cable····················································· 7, 8 FM/AM································································ 17 vvV
DVD player························································ 12
Center Image······················································ 37 FM indoor antenna·············································· 10
FM/AM····························································· 17 Video Select························································ 32
Center Width······················································· 37 Front Panel·························································· 42
Multi channel stereo········································· 21 Volume Control··················································· 34
Channel Level················································ 26, 28
Portable player·················································· 12 Volume Display··················································· 34
Condensation························································ 2 vvH
Standard··························································· 20 Volume Limit······················································· 34
Connection HDCP······························································ 5, 53 Stereo······························································· 21
Antenna···························································· 10 HDMI······························································· 5, 53 Virtual································································ 21 vvW
Blu-ray Disc player·········································· 5, 7 HDMI 1.4a····························································· 5 Playback Mode (Control dock for iPod)··············· 33 WMA··································································· 54
Cable TV····························································· 8 HDMI Audio Out················································· 35 Power On Level·················································· 34
Control dock for iPod·········································· 9 Headphones························································ 42 Preset Skip·························································· 32 vvX
Digital camcorder················································ 8
Presetting radio stations····································· 17
DVD player······················································ 5, 7 vvI Protection circuit················································· 54
x.v.Color·························································· 5, 54
Game console····················································· 5 Information·························································· 40
HDMI·································································· 5 Input Assign························································ 31 vvQ
Portable player···················································· 9 Input Mode·························································· 32 Quick select························································ 27
Satellite tuner····················································· 8 Input Setup·························································· 30
Set-top box····················································· 5, 8 Input signal···················································· 20, 50 vvR
Speaker····························································· 24 iPod PLAY··························································· 16
TV··································································· 5, 7 Rear panel··························································· 44
Crossover Freq.··················································· 28 Remote control unit············································ 45
Inserting the batteries······································ 46
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Dimensions
Unit : in. (mm)
Weight : 19 lbs 13.5 oz (9.0 kg)

17 1/8 (435.0)
19/32 27/32 55/64
(15.0) 5 25/32 (147.0) (21.5) 13 21/64 (338.5) (22.0)
6 3/8 (162.0) 15 3/64 (382.0)
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zzAn Internet connection environment is required.

Easy to use, screen display

For speaker connections, see page 24, C page 2 “Connecting the speakers”.

Relationship between video signals and monitor output Status display: 

HDMI connector HDMI connector HDMI connector HDMI connector

S-Video connector S-Video

Video connector Video connector Video connector Video connector

About HDMI cables

Connecting to a device equipped with a DVI-D connector

Cables used for connections

Coaxial Digital camcorder

Use the AV/Control

1 Put the stand section

nnUsing the AM loop antenna

• The sound is reduced to the level set at “Mute Level” (vpage 34).

4 Play the component connected to this unit.

3 Press BD or DVD to switch an input source for a

4 Play the component connected to this unit.

Display mode Browse mode Remote mode

Listening to music on an iPod Music file P P

Viewing videos on an iPod

1 Prepare for playback.

5 Use ui to select “Videos”, then press ENTER or p.

7 Use ui to select the video file, then press ENTER,

8 Switch the input setting of the TV to “Video”.

2 Press ON to turn on power to the

6 Use ui to select the search item or folder, then

7 Use ui to select the video file, then press ENTER,

1 Press TUNER to switch the input

• Stations can be preset automatically at “Auto Preset”

1 Tune in the broadcast station you B1 – B8

[SHIFT] [1-8] [MEMORY]

3 Tune in the desired broadcast station.

4 Press MEMORY again to complete the setting.

• If the desired station cannot be tuned in with auto tuning, tune it in

[TUNING / ] Tuning [ BAND ] Band [ MODE ] Mode

2 Press CH + or CH – to select the desired preset channel.

Sound recorded in source is played as is.

3 Press AUDIO ADJUST and then press ENTER. Audio Adjust

5 Press AUDIO ADJUST.

• A DOLBY DIGITAL decoder is displayed as “DOLBY D”.

z1 22˚ – 30˚ z2 90˚ – 110˚ z3 135˚ – 150˚

7.1-channel (Surround back speaker) connection

• Connect so that the speaker cable core wires do not protrude

Speaker terminals Speaker impedance

2.1-channel / 2-channel connection

3 Use o p to adjust the volume.

change the setting to “OFF”.

3 Use o p to adjust the volume of the speakers.

• If you do not press any button for approximately 5 seconds, the

Sleep timer function Quick select function Various memory functions

• The time switches as shown below each

nnRecalling the settings

If QUICK SELECT on the main unit is pressed, the same function as

Setting items Detailed items Description Page

t Press RETURN B. t Press RETURN B to return to the previous menu.

Display when resetting w q Press i to select “Default”, then press ENTER.

4 Press ENTER to enter the setting. Source Level (vpage 33)

Input Assign Setting items Setting details

COAXIAL BD / DVD / TV / SAT/CBL / GAME / V.AUX / DOCK

1 Use ui to select “Input Assign”, and then press ENTER.

2 Use uio p to select the input connector to be assigned. Default

Relationship between video signals and monitor output Status display: