Denon AVR-1803, AVR-883 User Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

RECEPTEUR AUDIO-VlDiO

AVR-18031883

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MODE D’EMPLOI

FOR ENGLISH READERS PAGE 2- PAGE 64, 126 - 130
POUR LES LECTEURS FRANCAIS PAGE 2, 65 - PAGE 130

W We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-1803/8%3.

To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-1803/883 has to offer, read these instructions
carefully and use the set properly. Be sure to keep this manual for future reference should any questions or

H Nous vous remercions de l’achat de I’AVR-18031883.
n Pour Btre stir de profiter au maximum de toutes les caracteristiques qu’a a offrir I’AVR-1803/883, lire avec soin ces

instructions et bien utiliser I’appareil. Toujours conserver ce mode d’emploi pour s’y referer ulterieurement en cas
de question ou de probleme.

W SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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WARNING:

. FOR CANADA MODEL ONLY

CAUTION

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

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POUR LES MODELE CANADIEN UNIQUEMENT

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ATTENTION

POUR ~VITER LEE CHOCS ~LECTRIQUES, INTER~DUIRE LA
LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-

CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’ AU

FOND.
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This dewce compiles wth Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation IS subject to

the foIlowIng two condltlons (1) This dewe may not cause harmful

Interference, and (2) this dewe must accept any interference received,

lncludlng Interference that may cause

THIS Class 6 dIgital apparatus Imeets all requirements of the Canadian

Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations

Cet apparel1 numknque de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du

RBglement sur le materiel broullleur du Canada

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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” wlthin
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.

“SERIAL NO.

PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE

CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE”

“NO. DE SERIE
PRIERE DE NOTER LE NUMERO DE SERIE DE L’APPAREIL INSCRIT A CARRIEliE
DU COFFRET DE FACON A POUVOIR LE CONSULTER EN CAS DE PROBLEME.”

undesired operation.

W NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION

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Keep the set free from moisture, water, and
dust

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Proteger I’appareil contre I’humldit6, I’eau et

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Avoid high temperatures
Allow for sufflclent heat dlsperslon when
installed on a rack.

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Eviter des temp&ratures Blev&s
Tenir compte d’une dlsperslon de chaleur
sufftsante lors de I’lnstallation sur une &ag&e.

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

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Manlpuler le cordon d’allmentatlon avec
pr6cautlon.
Tenir la prise lors du dbbranchement du cordon.

lapoussl&re

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Unplug the power cord when not using the set
for long periods of time

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DBbrancher le cordon d’allmentation lorsque
I’apparell n’est pas utlllse pendant de longues
p&lodes

* (For sets wth ventilation holes)

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Do not obstruct the ventllatlon holes

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Ne pas obstruer les trous d’a&atlon

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Do not let foreign objects I” the set

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Ne pas laisser des objets etrangers dans
I’apparell

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Do snot let ~rxsectlcldes, benzene, and thinner
come in contact with the set

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Ne pas mettre en contact des insectlcldes, du
benr&e et un diluant avec I’apparell

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Never disassemble or modify the set In any

way

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Ne jamals dbmonter ou modifier I’appareil

d’une mani& ou d’une autre

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Read lnstructrons - All the safety and operating instructions

should be read before the product is operated.

Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions

2.
should be retained for future reference.

3.

Heed Warnrngs - All warnings on the product and in the

operating instructions should be adhered to.

4.

Follow Instructions - All operating and use rnstructions should

be followed.

5.

Cleaning - Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liqurd cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

Attachments - Do not use attachments not recommended by

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the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7.

Water and Morsture - Do not use thus 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 chrld 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
mountinq accessory
recommended by the
manufacturer.

9.

A product and cart
combrnation should be

moved with care. Quick
stops, excessrve force,
and uneven surfaces may
cause the oroduct and cart
combination to overturn

Ventilation - Slots and openrngs in the cabrnet are provided for

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ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to
protect it from overheatrng, 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 lrne 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 electrrcian to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized plug.

Power-Cord Protection - Power-supply cords should be routed

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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.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable

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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.

Lightning - For added protection for this product during a

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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.

Object and Liquid Entry - Never push objects of any kind into

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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.

Servtcing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as

20.
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:

When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,

a)

If liqurd has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

b)

product,

If the product has been exposed to rain or water,

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If the product does not operate normally by following the

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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,

If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and

When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance

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- 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.

Heat-The product should be situated away from heat sources

25.
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products
(Including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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1 INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-1803/883 Digital Surround A / V receiver. This remarkable component has been engrneered to provide
superb surround sound listening with AV theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelrty 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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Before Using ................................................

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Cautions on Installation..

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Cautions on Handling..

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Features ...............................................................................................

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Part Names and Functions..

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Read this first.. .......................

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Setting up the Speaker Systems

&I Connections.. ................................................

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Usrng the Remote Control

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Setting up the System ...................................................................

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Remote Control Unit.. .......................................................................

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ACCESSORIES

@ Operating instructions .._.,.......,._....,......................,...................... 1

@ Warranty (for North America model only) .._.................... 1

@ Service station list ..,........._...,...............,...................................... 1

@ Remote control unit

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.......................................... .......

................................. .....................

Unrt ..............................................................

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

(K-916) 1

....... ........ ........

........ ...........................

....... ...

........... .... 5

...... 8

.19-26
.27-31

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.6, 7

9- 17

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EI Operatron

4

a Multi Zone...

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@ Surround

5

@ DSPS urround Srmulatron

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Listenrng to the Radio... .,

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Last Functron Memory

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lnitralrzatron of the Mrcroprocessor.

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Addrtronal lnformatron

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Troubleshootrng

a Specifrcatrons
List of Preset Codes

@ RGP/AA batteries
@ AM loop antenna
0 FM indoor antenna
8 FM antenna adapter

..32-37

,, ,. .37-39

. ..40-47

48-52

..53-55

..57-62

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126-130

,....,,,.....,,......,......,,......., 1

56

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63
64

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1 BEFORE USING

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Pay attention to the following before using this unit:

l Moving the set

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

l Before turning the power switch on

Check once again that all connections are proper and that there are
not problems with the connection cords. Always set the power
switch to the standby position before connecting and disconnecting
connection cords.

l Store this instructions in a safe place.

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

Setting the power amplifier assignment:

l Make this setting to switch the power amplifier for the surround back channel to zone2.

Disconnect the power plug and set the POWER AMP ASSIGN switch on the rear to the desired position

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The plug in the AC main again.

l Note that the illustrations in this instructions may differ from

the actual set for explanation purposes.

l V. AUX jacks

The AVR-1803/883’s front

panel is equipped with a V.

AUX jacks. Remove the cap

covering the jacks when you

want to use It.

2 CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION

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Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated if this unit or
any other electronic equipment using microprocessors is used near a
tuner or TV

If thus happens, take the followrng steps:

l Install this unrt as far as possible ,from the tuner or TV.
l Set the antenna wires from the tuner or TV away from this unit’s

power cord and input/output connection cords.

l Noise or disturbance tends to occur particularly when using indoor

antennas or 300 R/ohms feeder wires. We recommend using
outdoor antennas and 75 R/ohms coaxial cables.

For heat dispersal, leave at least 10 cm of space between the top,
back and sides of this unit and the wall or other components.

3 CAUTIONS ON HANDLING

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l Switching the input function when input jacks are not

connected
A clicking noise may be produced if the input function is switched
when nothing is connected to the input jacks. If this happens, either
turn down the MASTER VOLUME control or connect components
to the input jacks.

4 inch/l 0 cm or more

.

Whenever the power switch is in the STANDBY state, the
apparatus is still connected on AC line voltage.

Please be sure to unplug the cord when You leave home for,

say, a vacation.

l Muting of PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jack and SPEAKER

terminals
The PRE OUT jack, HEADPHONE jack and SPEAKER terminals
include a muting crrcuit. Because of this, the output signals are
greatly reduced for several seconds after the power switch is
turned on or input function, surround mode or any other-set-up is
changed. If the volume is turned up during this time, the output will
be very high after the muting circuit stops functionrng. Always wait
until the muting circuit turns off before adjusting the volume.

4 FEATURES

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1. Multi Zone Music Entertainment System
Multi Source Function:

This unit’s Multi Source function lets you select different audio
sources for listening Different sources can thus be enjoyed in the

main room (MAIN) and the subroom (ZONE 2) simultaneously.

2. Dolby Pro Logic II decoder
Dolby Pro Logic II is a new format for playing multichannel audto

srgnals that offers improvements over conventional Dolby Pro

Logic. It can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby

Surround but also regular stereo sources into five channels (front

left/right, center and surround left/right). In addition, various
parameters can be set according to the type of source and the

contents, so you can adjust the sound field with greater precision

3. Dolby Digital
Using advanced digital processing algorithms, Dolby Digital
provides up to 5.1 channels of wide-range, high fidelity surround

sound. Dolby Digital is the default drgital audro delivery system for

North American DVD and DTV.

4. DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
DTS provides up to 5.1 channels of wide-range, high fidelity
surround sound, from sources such as laser disc, DVD and
specially-encoded music discs.

5. DTS-ES Extended Surround and DTS Neo:B
The AVR-1803/883 is compatible with DTS-ES Extended Surround, a
new multi-channel format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc.

The AVR-1803/883 is also compatible with DTS Neo:6, a surround
mode allowing G.lchannel playback of regular stereo sources.

6. Component Video Switching
In addition to composrte video and “S” video switching, the AVR-

1803/883 provides 2 sets of component video (Y, PB/CB, PR/CR)
inputs assignable, and one set of component video outputs to the
television, for superior picture quality.

7. Auto Surround Mode
This function stores the surround mode last used for an input
signal in the memory and automatically sets that surround mode
the next time that signal is input.

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5 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

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l For details on

0 Power ON/STANDBY switch ......................................

@ Headphones jack (PHONES)
@ ZONE2/REC button

ZONE2 button ..............................................................

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@ SURROUND BACK button

@ TONE DEFEAT button

@ ANALOG button .................................................................

@ EXT. IN button.. .................................................................

@ DOLBY/DTS SURROUND button..
@ 5CH/6CH STEREO button..
@ DIRECT/STEREO button..
@ TUNING UP/DOWN

@ V. AUX input jacks ................................................................

@ SURROUND MODE button
@ SURROUND PARAMETER button..

@ SELECT knob ...................................................

@ TONE CONTROL button

the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( )

(20, 32, 53)

.................................................... (36)

.................................................................. (37)

(37, 39, 56)

........................................... (39, 45, 56)

.............................................................. (35)

......................... (40, 42, 44, 45)

...................................................... (48)

......................................................... (48)

buttons .................................................... (54)

......................................... (34, 45, 51)

................. (42, 44, 45, 49, 51)

(35, 41, 42, 44, 51)

.......................................................... (35)

(33, 35)
(33, 35)

(4, 14)

@ CH VOL button..
@ MASTER VOLUME control
@ VIDEO SELECT button..
@ STATUS button
@ DIMMER button..
@ Master Volume indicator
@ Display
@ Preset station select buttons.
@ BAND button..
@ INPUT MODE indicator..
@ SIGNAL Indicator
@ INPUT MODE
@ Remote control
@ Power operation
@ FUNCTION knob
@ MAIN button

....................................................................... (41)

........................................................... (36)

.......................... ............................................. (36)

............. ....... ......................................... (36)

........ ................................................ (34)

................................................................

.......... ........................................ (34)

................................................................. (34)

button.. ............... ................................ (33, 35, 45)

sensor (REMOTE SENSOR) ........................... (I 8)

indicator ............. ...................................... (32)

..................................... (33, 37, 42, 43, 45, 54)

.......................... .... ...... ..................................... (33)

................................................ (34)

.................................. ..(53, 55)

(54)

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

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1 LED (rndrcator)

MULTI ZONE buttons.

SURROUND buttons

Input source selector buttons

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(34, 40, 42, 44, 45. 49)

(28-31, 33, 42, 43, 45)

(28. 31)

(31, 38)

F

t-

+ Tuner system’

Remote control srgnal
transmitter

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POWER buttons

4 MAIN ZONE buttons

System buttons (27, 38, 54, 55)

Mode selector swatches

(20. 28-30. 32)

27-29, 31, 32,

(19.

(18)

(31, 38)

38)

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1 System buttons. (27 29. 301 1

SYSTEM SET UP/

SETUP button

INPUT MODE selector
buttons ,133, 35)

,,,, (19. 26, 29) button

Master volume control

buttons

button (36)

MUTING

SURROUND PARAMETER/SYSTEM

CH SELECT (channel select)/ ENTER

button (19-26,

SURROUND BACK/RETURN
button (29,

DIMMER

DENON

RC-916

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button (36)

(29. 30, 42,

29, 30, 41, 43)

38)

(34,

44-46)

30, 45)

NOTE:

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The shaded buttons m do not function with the AVR-1803/883.

(Nothing happens when they are pressed.)

6 READ THIS FIRST

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This AV Surround Receiver must be setup before use. Following these steps

Step 1

Choose the best location to setup the Speakers and connecting the components.

step 2

Next, insert the batteries into the remote control unrt

(page 8 to

(page

Step 3

Finally, setting up the system.

7 SETTING UP THE SPEAKER SYSTEMS

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Speaker system layout

Basic system layout

l The following is an example of the basic layout for a system consisting of six speaker systems and a televrsron monrtor’

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(page

19

to

26)

Front speaker systems
Set these
their front
screen as possible

at the sides

surfaces as

of the TV
flush wltl

Subwoofer

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Center speaker system

Surround back speaker system

Surround speaker systems

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8 CONNECTIONS

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l Do not plug in the AC cord until all connections have been

completed.

l Be sure to connect the left and rrght channels properly (left with

left, right with right).

l Insert the plugs securely Incomplete connections will result In the

generatron of noise.

l Use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment only. Do not use

l Note that binding pin plug cords together with AC cords or placing

them near a power transformer will result in generating hum or
other noise.

*Noise or humming may be generated if a connected audio

equipment is used independently without turning the power of this
unit on. If this happens, turn on the power of the this unit.

them for hair driers, etc.

l When making connections, also refer to the operattng instructions of the other components.

The power to these outlets is turned on and off when the power is switched between on and standby from the remote control unit or power
switch.

OUTPUT

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1 Connecting a turntable )

Connect the turntable’s output cord to the AVR-18031883’s PHONO
jacks, the L (left) plug to the L jack, the R IrIght) plug to the rIQht jack

NOTES:

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This un,t cannot be used with MC cartridges directly Use a
separate head ampllfler or step-up transformer

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If humming or other nase IS generated when the ground wre IS

CD player

1 Connecting the AC OUTLETS 1

AC OUTLETS

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SWITCHED

itotal capacity - 120 W I1 A.))
The power to these outlets IS turned on and off I” conlunctlon with the
POWER operation switch on the man uwt. and when the &.ver IS swtched
between on and standby from the remote control ““It.
No power is supplied from these outlets when this unit’s power is at standby.
Never connect equipment whose total capacfty IS above 120 W (I A.).

NOTE:

Only use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment Never use them for halr
driers, Ns or other electrical appltances

Ground
WlE

Turntable
(MM cartrldgel

MD recorder, CD recorder or other component

equipped with dlQltal InputJoutput lack

CD player or other
component equipped
with dIgItal output jacks

I Subwoofer jack

Connect the lntemal ampllfler’s subwoofer to the
subwoofer terminal. (Refer to page 17 1

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Route the connect,o” cords, etc , I” such a way
that they do not obstruct the ventllaton holes.

If humming nase IS generated by a
tape deck, etc., move the tape deck

AClZOV,60Hz

Connecting the DIGITAL jacks

Jse these for connections to audio ivIdeo) equipment with dIgItal o”tp”t Refer to page

for lnstluctlons on Setting this termlnai

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Use 75

CUohms cable p,” cords for coaxial connections

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Use optIcal cables for optical connections. removing the cap before connect,ng

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1 Connecting a tape deck 1
Connections for recording:

Connect the tape deck’s recording Input jacks (LINE IN or REC) to this unit’s tape
recording iCDR/TAPE OUT) jacks using pin plug cords

Connections for playback:

Connect the tape deck’s playback output lacks (LINE OUT or PB) to this unit’s tape
playback (CDRFAPE INI jacks “Sl”Q PI” plug cords

9

l To connect the video signal, connect using a 75 Q/ohms wdeo signal cable cord. Using an improper cable can result in a drop in video quality.

10

l When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.

TV or DBS tuner

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:
:

Connecting a TVlDBS tuner /

the TV’s or DBS tuner’s vrdeo output lack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the

(yellow) TV/DBS IN jack usrng a 75 Q/ohms vrdeo coaxial pm plug

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Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s audro outout racks (AUDIO OUTPUT) to
the m TV/DBS IN lacks usrng pin plug’corhs

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Connect the vrdeo disc player’s vrdeo output jack

DVD/VDP IN jack usrng a 75 R/ohms video coaxral pm plug cord

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Connect the vrdeo disc player’s analog audio output lacks (ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT) to the

” m DVDNDP IN lacks using pin plug cords

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It IS also possrble to connect a video disc player, DVD player. vrdeo camcorder, game machrne, eLc

to the VCR-2 jacks.

DVD player or vrdeo drsc player IVDP). etc

(VIDEO OUTPUT) to the m (yellow1

Monitor TV

/ Connecting a Monitor TV /

MONITOR OUT

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Connect the TV’s video

Input jack (VIDEO INPUT) to
the m MONITOR
OUT lack using a 75
R/ohms vrdeo coaxial pm
plug cord.

Note on connecting the digital input jacks

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Only audio signals are Input to the drgrtal Input lacks

) For detarls, see page 9, 24.

[Connecting a video decks )

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There are two sets of video deck (VCR) jacks, so two video decks can be connected for srmultaneous recordrng or vrdeo copyng

Video input/output connections:

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Connect the video deck’s vrdeo output jack (VIDEO OUT) to the /VIDEOI (yellow) VCR-1 IN lack, and the video deck’s video Input lack (VIDEO IN) to the m
(yellow) VCR-1 OUT lack using 75 R/ohms vrdeo coaxral pin plug cords

Connecting the audio output jacks

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Connect the video deck’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUT) to the iauDiqi VCR-1 IN lacks, and the vrdeo deck’s audro Input lacks (AUDIO IN) to the [auDlol VCR-1
OUT jacks usrng pin plug cords.

.X Connect the second vrdeo deck to the VCR-2 lacks In the same way

l When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
l A note on the S input jacks

The input selectors for the S Inputs and pin jack inputs work rn conjunction with each other.

l Precaution when using S-jacks

This unit’s S-jacks (input and output) and video pin jacks (input and output) have independent circuit structures, so that video signals input from
the S-jacks are only output from the S-jack outputs and video signals input from the pin jacks are only output from the pin jack outputs.
When connecting thus unit with equipment that IS equipped with S-jacks, keep the above pornt in mind and make connections according to the
equrpment’s instructron manuals

Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

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Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s S video output jack (S­VIDEO OUTPUT) to the m TV/DES IN jack

DVD

player

or video disc player IVDPI

1 Connecting a DVD player or a video disc player WDP) 1
DVD

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Connect the DVDiVDP player’s S-Video output jack to the S­VIDEO DVDNDP IN jack usrng an S-Vrdeo connectron cord

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It IS also possble to connect a video disc player, DVDNDP
player, vrdeo camcorder, game machine, etc to the VCR-2
racks

iid

,...

usrng an S rack connection cord.

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/ Connecting a monitor TV
MONITOR OUT

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Connect the TV’s S video input (S-VIDEO INPUT) to the

-1 MONITOR OUT rack using a S jack connection
cord

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Connect the video deck’s S output rack (S-OUT) to the m
VCR-1 IN rack and the video deck’s S Input jack (S-IN) to the

m VCR-1 OUT rack using S rack connection cords.

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Connect the vrdeo deck’s S output rack (S-OUT) to the IS-VIDEO(
VCR-2 IN jack and the video deck’s S input jack (S-IN) to the

m] VCR-2 OUT jack using S jack connection cords.

Connect the components’ audro inputs and outputs as described on page 10.

Video deck 2

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l When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
l The signals input to the color difference (component) video jacks are not output from the VIDEO output jack (yellow) or the S-Video output jack.

In addition, the video signals input to the VIDEO input (yellow) and S-Video input jacks are not output to the color difference (component) video

jacks.

l Some video sources with component video outputs are labeled Y, CB, CR, or Y, Pb, Pr, or Y, R-Y, B-Y. These terms all refer to component video

color difference output.

l At SYSTEM SETUP, the component video input terminal can be asslgned for the input sources to which you want to connect AV devices. (For

details, see page 25.)

Monm TV

(COMPONENTVIDEO OUTPUT) to the COMPONENT DVD IN jack using 75 Q/ohms

color difference (component) wdeo output jacks

coaxial video pin-plug cords.

l

In the same way. another video source with component video outputs such as a
TV/DBS tuner, etc., can be connected to the TV/DBS color difference (component)
video lacks

1 Connecting a monitor TV 1

MONITOR OUT jack

l

Connect the TV’s color difference (component) video Input jacks
(COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT) to the COMPONENT MONITOR OUT lack
using 75 Q/ohms coaxial video pin-plug cords

l The color difference input jacks may be indicated differently on

some TVs, monitors or video components (“CR, CB and Y”, “R-Y,

B-Y and Y”, “Pr, Pb and Y”, etc.). For details, carefully read the

operating instructions included with the TV or other component.

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DIRECTION OF
BROADCASTING

STATION

75 Q/ohms
COAXIAL
CABLE

FM ANTENNA

ADAPTER

FM ANTENNA

AM LOOP
ANTENNA

(Supplied)

FM INDOOR
ANTENNA
(Supplied)

AM loop antenna assembly

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and take out the

b With the anfenna

attached to a
wall

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Connect to the AM

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AM OUTDOOR
ANTENNA

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GROUND

FM antenna adapter assembly

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lnstallatfon hole
Mount on wall, etc

Connection of AM antennas

1 Push the lever 2 Insert the 3 Return the lever

conductor.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
buildrng, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Notes:

l Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.
l Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not drsconnect the

AM loop antenna.

l Make sure AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal

parts of the panel.

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l These jacks are for inputting multi-channel audio signals from an outboard decoder, or a component with a different type of multi-channel

decoder, such as a DVD Audio player, or a multi-channel SACD player, or other future multi-channel sound format decoder.

l When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.

Decoder with 6­channel analog output

.% For instructlons on playback

To connect the video signal, connect using a 75 Q/ohms video signal cable cord. Using an improper cable can result In a drop in sound quality

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usmg the external input (EXT. IN) lacks. see page 35

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1 Connecting a Video game component 1

l Connect the Video game component’s output

lacks to this unit’s V AUX INPUT jacks.

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I The V. AUX jacks is covered with a cap. Remove this cap in order to use the terminal

) Connecting a video camera component 1

l Connect the video camera component’s output

lacks to this unit’s V AUX INPUT lacks.

(See page 4 for lnstrucrlons on removing the cap.)

l If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 jacks can be used to play a different program source in ZONE:! at the same

time.

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To use the surround back speaker in the MAIN ZONE:

l Set the POWER AMP ASSIGN switch to “SURR. BACK” Then plug In the AC main again
l The same signal is output simultaneously to the SURR. BACK A and B terminals.

ZONE2

RC-616
INFRARED RETRANSMITTER

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l To use surround back with one speaker, to SURR. BACK A CH.

Surround back speaker can be used A + B.

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3

(Rear

panel)

To use the ZONE2 speaker system in ZONEZ:

l Set the POWER AMP ASSIGN switch to “ZONE 2”. Then plug in the AC main again
l The same signal is output srmultaneously to the ZONE 2 A and B terminals,

NOTE:

l To use ZONE2 with one speaker, to ZONE2 A CH

ZONE2 speaker can be used A + B.

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l Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that

like polarities are matched (0 with 0 , 0 with 0 ). Mismatching of

polarities will result in weak central sound, unclear orientation of
the various instruments, and the sense of direction of the stereo
being impaired.

l When making connections, take care that none of the individual

conductors of the speaker cord come in contact with adjacent

terminals, with other speaker cord conductors, or wrth the rear

panel.

/ NOTE:

NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is on.
Doing so could result in electric shocks.

Speaker Impedance

l When speaker systems A and B are use separately, speakers wrth

an impedance of 6 to 16 Q/ohms can be connected for use as
surround back/ZONE2 speakers.

l Be careful when using two pairs of Surround Back/ZONE2

speakers (A + B) at the same time, since use of speakers with an
impedance of 12 to 16 Q/ohms.

* Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 R/ohms can be connected

for use as front, center and surround speakers.

l The protector circurt may be activated if the set IS played for long

periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an Impedance
lower than the specified impedance are connected

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Connection the sneaker terminals

1. Loosen by turning
counterclockwrse

Turn clockwise to tlqhten. then Insert the
banana

plug

l This unit is equipped with a high-speed protection circuit. The purpose of this circuit is to protect the speakers under

circumstances such as when the output of the power amplifier is inadvertently short-circuited and a large current flows, when
the temperature surrounding the unit becomes unusually high, or when the unit is used at high output over a long period
which results in an extreme temperature rise.
When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off and the power supply indicator LED flashes. Should
this occur, please follow these steps: be sure to switch off the power of this unit, check whether there are any faults with
the wiring of the speaker cables or input cables, and wait for the unit to cool down if it is very hot. Improve the ventilation
condition around the unit and switch the power back on.

If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around the

unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON service center.

l The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an

impedance lower than the specified impedance (for example speakers with an impedance of lower than 4 Q/ohms) are
connected. If the protector circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off. Turn off the set’s power, wait for the set to cool
down, improve the ventilation around the set, then turn the power back on.

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9 USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

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Following the procedure outlined below, insert the batteries before using the remote control unit.

Point the remote control unit at the remote control sensor as shown

on the diagram at the left.

NOTES:

l The remote control unit can be used from a straight distance of

approximately 23 feet/7 meters, but this distance will shorten or

operation will become difficult If there are obstacles between the

remote control unit and the remote control sensor, if the remote

control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or other strong light, or

If operated from an angle.

l Neon signs or other devices emitting pulse-type noise nearby may

result in malfunction, so keep the set as far away from such

Approx. 23 feet/7 rn

devices as possible.

@ Press as shown by the arrow and slide

0 Insert the RGP/AA batteries properly, as

@ Close the lid

off. shown on the diagram.

NOTES:

l Use only RGP/AA batteries for replacement.
l Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.)
l Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will not be used for an extended period of trme.
l If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avord touchtng the leaked material or letting it come in contact with clothtng, etc. Clean the

battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.

l Have replacement batteries on hand so that the old batteries can be replaced as quickly as possible when the time comes.
l Even if less than a year has passed, replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unrt IS

operated nearby the set. (The included battery is only for verifying operation. Replace it with a new battery as soon as possrble.)

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10 SETTING UP THE SYSTEM

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l Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in “CONNECTIONS” (see pages 9 to 17), make the

various settings described below on the display.
These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the this unit.

* Use the followrng buttons to set up the system:

Set the slrde switch to “AUDIO”

1

AUDIO.

Use the following buttons to set up the system:

2

SYSTEM SETUP button
Press this to display the system setup on the display.

l System setup items and default values (set upon shipment from the factory)

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Speaker
ConfIguratIon

Subwoofer mode

CrOSSOVer Set the frequency IHZ below which the bass sound of the “ai~ous

Frequency speakers IS to be output from the subwoofer

Delay Em”

DIgItal In

Assignment

Video In

Asslgnmenr
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Auto Surround

Mode

Ext In SW Level Set the Ext 111 Subwoofer channel playback level

i’lput the comblnaflon of speakers I” your system and their
corresponding sizes (SMALL for regular speakers, LARGE for full­we, full-range) to automatically set the composition of the signals
output from the speakers and the frequency response

This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass s!gnals

This parameter IS for “ptimnng the t,,n,ng with which the audio

signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer accordmg to
the llstenlng p”s111””

This assigns the dIgItal Input jacks for the different

mput sources

This assigns the component video input jacks for the
different wde” input sources

Auto surroulld mode functlon setting

Svstem setuo

Component

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when “HEADPHONE ONLY”

Input

s”“rCe

DIgital
Inputs

Input

S”urce

Inputs

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Front Sp

Large

Front & Subwoofer

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CD DVDNDP

COAXIAL OPTICAL 1

DVD/VDP NiDBS

VIDEO ! VIDEO 2

IS

selected.

Default settlnas

Center sp

Small

12ft(36mi lOft(3Omi 10 ft (3.0 ml

OPTICAL 2 OFF OFF OPTICAL3 -

Surround Sp.

Small

Normal

80 Hz

Center Surround L & R Surround Back

N/DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 CDR/TAPE -

VCR-1 VCR-2 V AUX

OFF OFF OFF

Auto Surround Mode = ON

Ext In SW Level = +I5 dB

Surround Back Sp.

Small

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Subwoofer

Yes

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Check that all the components are correct, then press the POWER operation switch on the main unit OI

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the POWER button on the remote control unit to turn on the power.

(Mm mt)

iRemote control unit)

Press the SYSTEM SETUP button to enter the setting.

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NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO” position of the slide switch on the remote control unrt

Press the ENTER or g (down) button to switch to the speaker configuratron set up.

NOTE:

Press the SYSTEM SETUP button again to finish system set up. System set up can be finrshed at any time. The changes to the settrngs made

up to that point are entered.

Use the 0 (left) and $) (right) buttons to select your front speaker type.

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(left) button

(right) button

Press the ENTER or a (down) button to swatch to the center speaker setting

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Use the 0 (left) and fl (right) buttons to select your center speaker type.

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Press the ENTER or a (down) button to switch to the surround speaker settrng

NOTE:

l When “Small” has been selected for the front speakers,

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Use the 0 (left) and $) (right) buttons to select your surround speaker type

OQY

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ENTER

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NOTE:

l When “Small” has been selected for the front speakers,

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Press the ENTER or a (down) button to swatch to the surround back speaker settrng.

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(left) button (rrght) button

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Use the 0 (left) and 8 (right) buttons to select your surround back speaker type.

(Initial)

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Press the ENTER or a (down) button to switch to the subwoofer setting.

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(left) button

(right) button

NOTE:

l When “Small” has been selected for the surround speakers,
l This setting is not displayed when the POWER AMP ASSIGN switch on the main unit’s rear panel is set to “ZONE 2”. (See page 4)

Use the 0 (left) and 0 (right) buttons to select your subwoofer setting.

Press the ENTER or a (down) button to enter the settings and switch to the SUBWOOFER MODE
settrng.

l Parameters

Large.. Select this when using speakers that can fully reproduce low sounds of below 80 Hz.

Small...... Select this when usrng speakers that cannot reproduce low sounds of below 80 Hz with sufficient volume. When this setting is

selected, low frequencres of below 80 Hz are assigned to the subwoofer.

None.... Select thus when no speakers are installed.

Yes/No.... Select “Yes” when a subwoofer is installed, “No” when it’s not installed.

NOTE:
Select “Large” or “Small” not accordrng to the physical size of the speaker, but according to the bass reproduction capacity at 80 Hz. If you cannot
determine the best setting, try comparing the sound when set to “Small” and when set to “Large”, at a level that will not damage the speakers.

Caution:

In case the subwoofer is not used, be sure to set “Subwoofer = No”, or the bass sound of front channel is divided to subwoofer channel and

not reproduced in some mode.

“Large” cannot be selected for the surround back speakers.

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This screen is not displayed when not using a subwoofer.

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l Set the crossover frequency and subwoofer mode according to the speaker system being used.

Use

the 0 (left) and 0 (rrght) buttons to select the Subwoofer mode.

Press the ENTER or a (down) button to enter the setting and swatch to the Crossover Frequency setting.

(Initial)

(left) button (right) button

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NOTES:

- Assignment of low frequency signal range -

l The signals produced from the subwoofer channel are LFE signals (during playback of Dolby Digrtal or DTS srgnals) and the low frequency

signal range of channels set to “SMALL” in the setup. The low frequency signal range of channels set to “LARGE” are produced from those
channels.

- Crossover Frequency -

l When “Subwoofer” IS set to “Yes” at the “Speaker Configuration Setting”,

various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer (the crossover frequency).

l For speakers set to “Small”,

subwoofer instead.
NOTE: For ordinary speaker systems, we recommend setting the crossover frequency to 80 Hz. When usrng small speakers, however,

settrng the crossover frequency to a high frequency may improve frequency response for frequencies near the crossover frequency.

- Subwoofer mode -

l The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when “LARGE” is set for the front speakers and “YES” is set for the subwoofer tn the “Speaker

Configuration” settings (see pages 20, 21).

If “SMALL” is set for the front speakers or “NO” is set for the subwoofer, the subwoofer mode settrng does not affect playback of low

frequency signal range.

l When the “+MAIN” playback mode is selected, the low frequency srgnal range of channels set to “LARGE” are produced simultaneously

from those channels and the subwoofer channel.

In this playback mode, the low frequency range expand more unrformly through the room, but depending on the srze and shape of the room,
interference may result in a decrease of the actual volume of the low frequency range.

l When the “NORM” playback mode is selected, the low frequency signal range of channels set to “LARGE” are only produced from those

channels, In this playback mode there tends to be little Interference of the low frequency range in the room.

l Try playing the music or movie source and select the playback mode provrding the stronger low frequency range sound.

Use the 0 (left) and 0 (rrght) buttons to select the Crossover Frequency.

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Press the ENTER or m (down) button to enter the setting and swatch to the SPEAKER DISTAN

sound with a frequency below the crossover frequency is cut, and the cut bass sound is output from the

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(left) button

(right) button

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