Denon AVR-1707 Owners Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-1707

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

¢SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

16. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

17. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

20. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

21. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified

technician to restore the product to its normal operation, e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this

indicates a need for service.

22. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

25. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FIGURE A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 10-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 10-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)

1. PRODUCT

This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

3. NOTE

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This Class B apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

¢ NOTE ON USE

•Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack.

• Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.

• Keep the apparatus free from moisture, water, and dust.

• Unplug the power cord when not using the apparatus for long periods of time.

* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

• Do not let foreign objects into the apparatus.

• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the apparatus.

• Never disassemble or modify the apparatus in any way.

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Contents

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-1707 AV Surround Receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources. As this product is provided with an immense array of features, we recommend that before you begin hookup and operation that you review the contents of this manual before proceeding.

Accessories······················································································2 Before using ····················································································2 Cautions on installation·································································3 About the remote control unit······················································3 Inserting the batteries····································································3 Operating range of the remote control unit································3 Part names and functions

Front panel ·····················································································4 Display····························································································4 Rear panel ······················································································5 Remote control unit ···································································5, 6

Easy to setup flow ··········································································7 Speaker layout [Basic layout]························································7 Speaker connections······································································8 Connecting a DVD player and monitor ········································9 Auto Setup

q Connecting a microphone ·······················································10 w Before performing the Auto Setup procedure ························10 e Switching the front speaker ····················································10 r Starting Auto Setup ·································································11

Error messages ············································································12

Cable indications ··········································································13 The video conversion function ····················································13 Connecting a TV/DBS tuner························································14 Connecting a video camera or video game ··································14 Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals ·················14 Connecting a CD player ·······························································15 Connecting a tape deck, CD recorder or MD recorder··············15 Connecting a VCR·········································································15 Connecting the antenna terminals ·············································16 Connecting the XM terminal·······················································16 Connecting the iPod

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Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals

Connecting a room-to-room remote control unit ·························17 ZONE2 speaker out connections ·················································18

Connecting the power supply cord ············································18

Playing the input source······························································19

Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)·······························20 Listening over headphones ··························································20 Switching the front speakers ······················································20 Checking the currently playing program source, etc. ··················20 Switching the brightness of the display·······································20

Using the surround modes

Types of surround modes and their features·························20, 21 Selecting the play mode (DIRECT/STEREO) ································21 Selecting the Dolby Digital and DTS Surround mode (only with digital input) ·································································22 Selecting the Dolby Pro Logic II x (Pro Logic II) mode·················23 Selecting the DTS NEO:6 mode ··················································24 Selecting the NEURAL SURROUND mode ·································24 Surround modes and parameters········································25 ~ 27

Basic Operation

Getting Started

Easy Setup Procedure

Connecting Other Sources

Using the DENON original surround modes

Types of surround modes and their features·······························28 Selecting the DSP surround simulation ·······································29 Setting the tone control ·······························································30 Adjusting the speaker volume ·····················································30

Listening to the radio

Auto preset memory ····································································30 Auto tuning···················································································31 Manual tuning ··············································································31 Preset memory ············································································31 Recalling preset stations ······························································31

XM Satellite Radio········································································32

Checking the XM signal strength and Radio ID ···························32 Channel selection·········································································32 Category search ···········································································32

Night mode ···················································································33 User mode function

Storing the settings in the memory ·············································33 Calling the settings out ································································33

Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image (VIDEO SELECT function)····················33 Personal memory plus function··················································33 Playing the iPod

·········································································34 Listening to music in the Browse mode······································34 Viewing still pictures and videos (only for iPods equipped with the slideshow / video function) ····························35 Disconnecting the iPod ································································35

Multi zone music entertainment system···································36

Remote control unit operations during multi-source playback (selecting the source)···································································36

Recording the program source (recording the source currently being monitored)····················37 About the memory functions······················································37 Initialization of the microprocessor (Reset) ·································37

Advanced Operation

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Speaker Setup

Setting the Speaker Configuration ·········································45, 46 Setting the Subwoofer Mode Setup ············································46 Setting the Distance ······························································46, 47 Setting the Crossover Frequency ················································47 Setting the Test Tone···································································47

Troubleshooting······································································

55, 56

Additional Information···························································

53, 54

Specifications················································································

List of preset codes············································End of this manual

Operating DENON audio components ·······································48 Setting the preset memory function··········································48 Operating a component stored in the preset memory ····49 ~ 51 Setting the punch through function···········································52

Advanced Setup – Part 2

Operating the remote control unit

Accessories

Check that the following parts are attached in addition to the main unit:

q Operating instructions ..............................................................1

w Warranty (for North America model only).....................................1

e Service station list ....................................................................1

r Remote control unit (RC-1048).................................................1

t R6P/AA batteries ......................................................................2

y AM loop antenna ......................................................................1

u FM indoor antenna ...................................................................1

i Setup microphone (DM-S205) (Approx. 23-5/8 ft / 6 m) ..........1

Getting Started

Before using

Pay attention to the following before using this unit:

• Moving the unit.

To prevent short-circuits or damaged wires in the connection cables, always unplug the power supply cord and disconnect the connection cables between all other audio components when moving the unit.

• Cautions on using mobile phones.

Using a mobile phone near this unit may result in noise. If so, move the mobile phone away from this unit when it is in use.

•Before turning the power operation button on.

Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are not problems with the connection cables. Always set the power operation button to the standby position before connecting and disconnecting connection cables.

• Store these instructions in a safe place.

After reading, store this instructions along with the warranty card in a safe place.

• Whenever the power operation button is in the STANDBY state, the unit is still connected to AC line voltage. Please be sure to turn off the power operation button or unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a vacation.

• Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes.

System setup items and default values·······························38, 39 Navigating through the System Setup items ···························40 About the front display ································································40 Input Setup

Setting the Digital In Assignment ················································41 Setting the iPod Assignment ······················································41 Setting the Component In Assignment ·······································41 Setting the Video Convert····························································42 Setting the Audio Delay ·······························································42 Setting the EXT. IN Subwoofer Level ·········································42 Setting the Auto Preset Memory·················································43

Option Setup

Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment ····································43 Setting the Volume Control··························································44 Setting the 2ch Direct/Stereo Custom·········································44 Setting the Auto Surround Mode·················································45

Advanced Setup – Part 1

Getting Started Getting Started

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About the remote control unit

In addition to controlling the AVR-1707, the attached remote control unit (RC-1048) can also be used to control the following products:

q DENON component products w Component products other than DENON:

• Set using the preset memory function ( page 48).

Cautions on installation

Wall

Note

Note: For heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar enclosure.

Inserting the batteries

q Remove the remote control

unit’s rear cover.

w Set two R6P/AA batteries in

the battery compartment in the indicated direction.

e Put the rear cover back on.

Notes on batteries:

• Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unit is operated nearby the unit. (The attached batteries are only for verifying operation.)

• When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction, following the “<” and “>” marks in the battery compartment.

•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 short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of batteries

in flames.

• Remove the batteries from the remote control unit when you do not plan to use it for an extended period of time.

• 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 if it will not be in use for long periods.

Operating range of the remote control unit

30°

Approx. 23 feet/7 m

• Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.

• The remote control unit can be used from a distance of approximately 23 feet/7 meters, at a horizontal angle of up to 30° with respect to the sensor.

NOTE:

• It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the remote

sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light.

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Display

Signal channel indicator

Lights when the preset channel is displayed at

Information display

Input signal indicators

Master volume indicator

This displays the volume level. The Setup item number is displayed in System Setup.

Input mode indicators

ZONE2 indicator

ZONE2 mode is selected in Power Amplifier Assignment.

STEREO indicator

This lights when an FM stereo broadcast has been received.

AUTO indicator

This lights when the broadcast station is selected in the AUTO tuning mode.

TUNED indicator

This lights when an FM/AM broadcast has been received.

Part names and functions

Front panel

For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).

Power operation button (ON/STANDBY)··········································(10)

Power indicator ·········································(10)

Power switch·······································(10, 37)

Headphones jack (PHONES)·····················(20)

ANALOG button ········································(19)

SPEAKER buttons································(10, 37)

ZONE2 button············································(36)

SHIFT button ··············································(31)

USER MODE buttons ································(33)

PRESET buttons···································(30, 31)

V. AUX INPUT terminals

Remove the cap covering the terminals when you want to use them.

SETUP MIC jack·········································(10)

SYSTEM SETUP button····························(40)

SURR. MODE/SURR. PARA button····(22, 29)

SELECT/ENTER knob··························(29, 40)

#0 @8 @6@9

@3@5 @2 !9 !7@1

!8@4

r y i o !1 !4!2 !5 !6

u !0

ru yio

Cursor buttons (DD, H)·························(22, 40)

MASTER VOLUME control knob··············(19)

TUNING buttons (•, ª) ·····························(31)

STATUS button··········································(20)

DIMMER button·········································(20)

VIDEO SELECT button ······························(33)

OUTPUT indicators······························(22, 36)

Display

INPUT mode indicators ·····························(19)

SIGNAL indicators·····································(22)

BAND button··············································(31)

@7 EXT. IN button············································(19) @8

Remote control sensor································(3)

INPUT MODE button·································(19)

INPUT SELECTOR knob ····························(19)

• The SELECT/ENTER knob on the main unit operates in the same way as the Cursor buttons (Fand G) on the remote control unit.

• The control functions in the same way as the Cursor Fbutton when turned counterclockwise, as the Cursor Gbutton when turned clockwise.

• The control functions in the same way as the ENTER button when pressed the knob.

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Remote control unit

Remote control signal transmitter························(3)

Power buttons··········(10, 50)

Master volume control buttons····························(19)

CH SELECT/ENTER button························(30, 50)

NIGHT/AUDIO button························(33, 50)

MUTING button··············(20)

STATUS/RETURN button························(20, 50)

Tuner system/System buttons······················(31, 32)

Rear panel

PRE OUT terminal········································(8)

EXT. IN terminals·······································(14)

DIGITAL terminals

(Optical/Coaxial) ·······································(9, 15)

AUDIO OUT terminals···························(9, 15)

Speaker terminals ···························(8, 18, 43)

Power supply cord·····································(18)

AC outlets···················································(18)

COMPONENT VIDEO terminals··················(9)

VIDEO/S-VIDEO terminals··························(9)

DOCK CONTROL jack································(17)

AUDIO IN terminals·····································(9)

XM terminal ···············································(16)

ANTENNA terminals ·································(16)

REMOTE CONTROL jacks ·························(17)

VIDEO SELECT/SETUP button························(33, 50)

Input source selector buttons····························(19)

Indicator····················(48, 52)

Cursor buttons ···(11, 22, 50)

DISPLAY button··············(50)

DIMMER/MENU button························(20, 50)

Mode selector switches··············(10, 36, 48)

System buttons········(50, 51)

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Getting Started Getting Started

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MAIN buttons·················(36)

Input source selector/ Number buttons·······(19, 51)

SURROUND PARAMETER/ AUDIO button···········(22, 51)

ENTER button···········(30, 51)

Cursor buttons ···(11, 22, 51)

INPUT MODE/RETURN button························(19, 51)

SURROUND MODE buttons······················(21, 29)

TEST TONE/DISPLAY button························(47, 51)

Tuner system/System buttons······················(31, 51)

ZONE2 buttons ···············(36)

SYSTEM SETUP/SETUP button························(40, 51)

[ Rear ]

NOTE:

• If buttons on the front or rear are pressed strongly, the button on the opposite side will be activated too.

Easy Setup Procedure

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Speaker layout [Basic layout]

Example of basic layout with eight speakers and a monitor.

Subwoofer Center speaker

Surround speaker

Surround back speaker

Front speaker

Set these at the sides of the monitor or screen with their front surfaces as flush with the front of the screen as possible.

• This section contains the basic steps necessary to configure the AVR-1707 according to your listening room environment and the source equipment and loudspeakers you are using.

•To set the sound field manually ( page 45).

Easy to setup flow

Easy Setup Procedure

Auto setup flow

1) Speaker Configuration

2) Distance

3) Channel Level

Connecting a microphone ( page 10).

The measurement of the speakers in the

listening position.

Check of the measurement result.

Placing the speakers.

Connecting the speakers.

Connect the DVD player to

the AVR-1707.

Connect the AVR-1707’s

monitor output terminal to

the TV’s video input

terminal ( page 10).

Store the measurement result in the memory.

Play a DVD.

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