Denon AVC-X8500H User Manual
PRODUCT INFORMATION
DENON AVC-X8500H
THE WORLD’S FIRST 13.2 CHANNEL AV AMPLIFIER
WORLD-CLASS HOME ENTERTAINMENT
The Denon Flagship AVC-X8500H powers the next generation of home theatre with the world’s first 13.2 channel AV Amplifier that supports the latest immersive audio
formats, including Dolby Atmos®, DTS:X and Auro-3D. Built in HEOS technology that supports Amazon Alexa* also allows you to take your music listening experience to the
next level, with support for your favourite music streaming services and voice control.
HIGHLIGHTS YOUR BENEFITS
13.2 channel AV Amplifier with 210W per channel 13 powerful amplifiers for an ultimate 3D audio performance with Denon sound
210 watts per channel (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1%, 1ch driven) Clearer, more powerful sound
Monolithic amplifier design with Denon custom-made transistors Ultimate build-quality for a reference-class audio experience
Supports Dolby Atmos (up to 7.1.6 or 9.1.4), DTS:X and Auro-3D (up to 13.1) Enjoy an immersive, three-dimensional audio experience
8x High-performance 192kHz/32bit stereo D/A converters for 13.2 channels Provides the highest resolution for music and movies
Audyssey MultEQ XT32, LFC, Sub EQ HT, Dynamic Volume and DynamicEQ Complete customised equalisation in your listening room
4K/60 Hz, 4:4:4 colour resolution, HDR, BT.2020, Dolby Vision and HLG Provides the greatest picture quality
8 HDMI inputs (including 1 front) with full HDCP 2.2 support and 3 HDMI outputs Connect up to eight of your favourite media devices and output to three displays
HEOS wireless music streaming technology and the HEOS app Listen from any room of your home
AirPlay, Bluetooth, Internet Radio, Spotify Connect, Tidal, Deezer, Network Audio Streaming Access to a wide array of unlimited online music sources
High resolution DSD (2.8/5.6MHz), FLAC, ALAC and WAV support High resolution audio streaming for HiFi enthusiasts, even in gapless
Advanced multi-room options; 15.2ch pre-out; RS232 control Audio and video in multiple rooms; ready for third-party home automation systems
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Powerful 13.2 Channel Home Theatre Experience
Ushers in a leading-edge home theatre experience with a 13.2 channel array that provides the most immersive premium 3D surround
sound up to 7.2.6 without external amplification and the highest
quality video with 4K Ultra HD, HDR, Dolby Vision, and more.
Supports Latest Surround Audio Formats
Immerse yourself in multi-dimensional sound — the Denon AVC-X8500H
powers Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and Auro-3D formats. Auro 3D will be
enabled via future firmware update at no additional charge.
Dolby Atmos
Immerse yourself in multi-dimensional audio with Dolby Atmos.
Enjoy a 7.1.6 or 9.1.4 surround sound speaker system with as
many as 6 overhead speakers or Dolby Atmos elevation speakers
for the ultimate home theatre experience.
DTS:X™
DTS:X™ immersive audio places sound where it would occur
naturally in space, creating a lifelike, multi-dimensional audio
experience in the home. The improved immersion and heightened
realism draw you into the world of your favourite movies. The
included DTS Neural:X™ gives your movies, games and music a
realism unmatched by traditional 5.1 surround sound.
Auro-3D
Auro-3D provides an immersive surround sound experience thanks
to dedicated height and overhead channels, in addition to traditional channels supporting up to a 13.1 configuration. Formatting
identifies sound objects individually and projects them to different spaces in your listening environment, creating an immersive,
three-dimensional sound stage. Auro 3D will be enabled via a
future firmware update at no additional charge.
Dolby Vision
Enjoy the latest in picture quality with Dolby Vision compatibility as
well as support for 4K/60 Hz full-rate pass-through, 4:4:4 colour
resolution, HDR and BT.2020.
Built-in Bluetooth, Wi-Fi and AirPlay Capability
Featuring Bluetooth and Wi-Fi wireless streaming connectivity, the
Denon AVC-X8500H is equipped with an advanced dual antenna
transceiver system for robust streaming even in congested urban
environments. Plus, with Apple’s AirPlay compatibility, you can
enjoy listening to your favourite audio content wirelessly from your
iOS devices such as an iPhone or iPad.
HEOS
Built-in HEOS technology lets you enjoy your favourite music in
any room of your home for a wireless, whole-home audio experience. Play the same song in every room, or select a different song
for each connected room — the choice is yours. Also works with
Amazon Alexa*, providing cutting-edge voice control and incredible
sound for all of your home entertainment.
High-Resolution Audio Support
Discover the incredible fidelity of high-resolution audio tracks with
the ability to decode up to 24-bit/192-kHz ALAC, FLAC and WAV
lossless files as well as DSD 2.8MHz and 5.6MHz tracks (the audiophile format of SACD) via the front panel USB port and network
sources. Or, listen to other popular file types such as MP3.
Smart TV Connectivity
Control your Denon AVC-X8500H with your Smart TV remote via the
HDMI CEC functionality associated with your Smart TV. Simply set
“HDMI Control” to ON in your receiver, then set “Smart Menu” to ON
and begin controlling the AVC-X8500H with your TV remote. The Smart
Menu home screen provides quick access to source and surround
mode selections, the AVC’s setup menu and four Smart Selects.
Best Possible Sound Stage
For optimum fidelity and the widest dynamic range with lowest
distortion, the Denon AVC-X8500H features 8 times advanced
reference-class 32-bit AKM AK4490EQ stereo D/A converters for
the 13.2 channels. Enjoy consistent high-fidelity and precise channel matching for the ultimate listening experience.
100+ Years of Firsts in Audio Technology
Founded in 1910, Denon has a deep heritage of “firsts” in audio
technology — from Japan’s first audio electronics manufacturer, to
producing the world’s first commercial CDs — Denon’s investment
in audio R&D ensures you are getting the latest technology and
highest quality with every listening experience.
Audyssey MultEQ
Equipped with the full Audyssey Platinum suite of advanced DSP
algorithms, the AVC-X8500H features Audyssey MultEQ XT32 automatic room acoustic correction. With the supplied measurement
microphone, MultEQ XT32 analyses each speaker’s output (including the subwoofers) at up to eight measurement locations and generates precision digital filters that optimise each channel for the
correct frequency and time domain response. Plus, the Audyssey
MultEQ Editor app lets you view and adjust settings for detailed
tuning and customise the sound more precisely to your room and
tastes.
External Control and IP Control Capabilities
As a part of Denon’s range of custom-integration-friendly AV components, the AVC-X8500H comes equipped with a range of features
to provide enhanced control capabilities and compatibility with thirdparty and custom integration solutions. It features IP control capability for integration with major third-party control devices and Control4
SDDP (Simple Device Detection Protocol) certification. An RS-232C
serial port is available to directly connect to external home automation and control equipment, and an IR (infrared) remote control input
on the rear panel enables remote control compatibility with other
components in your home theatre system.
Technical information
Number of
power amps
13 (Front L/R, Center, Surround L/R,
Surround Back L/R, Height 1 (Front wide) L/
R, Height 2 L/R, Height 3 L/R, Height 4 Front
Wide L/R)
Power output 210 watts per channel
(6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 1%, 1ch driven)
190 watts per channel
(6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.7%, 2ch driven)
150 watts per channel (8 ohms,
20 Hz - 20 kHz, THD 0.05%, 2ch driven)
Speaker impedance 4 - 16 ohms
Preamplifier section
Input sensitivity/
200 mV / 47 kohms
impedance
Frequency response 10 Hz - 100 kHz — +1, –3 dB
(DIRECT mode)
S/N Ratio 100 dB (IHF-A weighted, DIRECT mode)
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Ports
General
Power supply AC 230 V, 50 Hz
Power consumption 900 W
(Standby 0.1 W, CEC standby 0.5 W)
Power consumption
70 W (ECO on), 125 W (ECO off)
No-Sound
Dimensions (W x H x D) 434 × 195 × 482 mm
Weight 23.3 kg
IN HDMI (Front 1) x 8
Component (video) x 3
Composite (video) x 4
Phono x 1
Analog Audio x 6
Digital Optical / Coaxial x 2 / x 2
USB (front) x 1
OUT HDMI Monitor / Zone 2 x 2 / x 1
Component x 1
Composite Monitor x 1
Audio Pre-out (SW) 15.2 ch
Zone 2 / Zone 3 Pre-out 2.0 ch
USB (rear - power only) x 1
EAN
EU AVCX8500HBKE3 4951035060889 Black
AVCX8500HSPE2 4951035060896 Premium Silver
UK AVCX8500HBKE2GB 4951035060902 Black
AVCX8500HSPE2GB 4951035060919 Premium Silver
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by D&M Holdings Inc. is under license.
Dolby, Dolby Atmos, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. • DTS, the Symbol, DTS in combination with the Symbol, DTS:X, and the
DTS:X logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries. • The Spotify software is subject to third party
licenses found here: www.spotify.com/connect/third-party-licenses • Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.
Denon is a trademark or registered trademark of D&M Holdings, Inc.
All specs can be subject to change
* The Amazon Alexa feature becomes available in Spring 2018. Availability varies by country.
OTHER Ethernet x 1
Microphone Port x 1
FM Tuner Antenna x 1
AM Tuner Antenna x 1
RS232 /12 V Trigger out x 1 / x 1
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