Denon AVR-1906 Owner Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-1906

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PAR TS 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.

CAUTION

• Minimum distances around the apparatus for
sufficient ventilation.

• The ventilation should not be impeded by covering
the ventilation openings with items, such as
newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc..

• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.

• Attention should be drawn to the environmental
aspects of battery disposal.

• The use of apparatus in tropical and/or moderate
climates.

2 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.

• DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity
with the following standards:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3.
Following the provisions of 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC and 93/68/EEC Directive.

CAUTION:

To completely disconnect this product from the mains, disconnect the plug from the wall socket outlet.
When setting up this product, make sure that the AC outlet you are using is easily acceptable.

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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Getting Started

Contents

Getting Started

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

Front panel··············································································3
Remote control unit································································4

Easy setup flow·······································································4
Speaker system layout···························································5
Speaker connections ··························································5, 6
Connecting a DVD player and monitor TV···························7
Auto Setup

Connecting a microphone ······················································8
Turning on the power ·····························································8
Starting Auto Setup ································································9
About error messages··························································10
Check of the measurement results································10, 11

Playing a DVD with surround sound ··································11

Cable indications···································································11
The video conversion function ············································12
On-screen display signals ····················································12
Connecting a TV/DBS tuner ················································13
Connecting a video camera or video game························13
Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals··········13
Connecting a CD player························································13
Connecting a VCR ·································································14
Connecting a tape deck························································14
Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder·························14
Connecting the antenna terminals······································15
Connecting the pre-out terminals ·······································15
Connecting the power supply cord·····································15

Playback

Playing the input source ·······················································16
Playback using the external input
(EXT. IN) terminals ································································16
Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)·······················16
Listening over headphones ··················································17
Combining the currently playing sound
with the desired image (VIDEO SELECT)·····························17
Selecting the front speakers ················································17
Checking the currently playing
program source ····································································17
Input mode ·····································································17, 18

Surround

Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs)
2-channel playback modes ···················································18
Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Dolby Pro Logic II) mode················19, 20

DTS NEO:6 mode·································································20
Dolby Digital mode and DTS surround···························21, 22
Night mode···········································································23
Adjusting the audio delay ·····················································23

DENON original surround modes

Surround modes and their features······································24
DSP surround simulation······················································25
Tone control setting

• Adjusting the sound quality·············································26

•Tone defeat mode ···························································26

Channel Level ·······································································26

Listening to the radio

Auto preset memory ····························································27
Auto tuning ···········································································27
Manual tuning·······································································28
Preset stations······································································28
Checking the preset stations················································28
Recalling preset stations ······················································28
RDS (Radio Data System)·····················································28
RDS search···········································································29
PTY search············································································29
TP search··············································································29
RT (Radio Text) ·····································································30

Remote control unit

Operating DENON audio components ·································30
Preset memory·····································································31
Operating a component stored in the
preset memory ····························································31 ~ 33
Punch through ······································································33

Other functions

Playing one source while recording another
(REC OUT mode)··································································34
Last function memory ··························································34
Initialization of the microprocessor·······································34

Navigating through the System Setup Menu····················35
On-screen display and front display ···································35
Input Setup

Setting the Digital In Assign. ················································36
Setting the Ext In SW Level ·················································36
Setting the Input Function Level ··········································36
Setting the Function Rename···············································37
Setting the Auto Tuner Preset ··············································37

Advanced Playback

Setting the Audio Delay························································38
Setting the Auto Surround Mode ·········································38

Option Setup

Setting the Muting Level······················································39
Setting the On-Screen Display ·············································39
Setting the Power Amplifier Assign. ····································39
Setting the Setup Lock·························································40

Speaker Setup

Setting the Speaker Config. ···········································40, 41
Setting the Delay Time·························································41
Setting the Channel Level ··············································41, 42
Setting the Crossover Frequency·········································42
Setting the SW Mode Setup ················································43

System setup items and default values ·······················44, 45

Troubleshooting ····································································46

Additional information·················································47 ~ 52

Specifications ········································································53

List of preset codes ····································

End of this manual

Connecting Other Sources

Easy Setup and Operation

Getting Started Basic Operation

Advanced Operation

Advanced Setup – Part 1

Advanced Setup – Part 2

2

Getting Started Getting Started

Accessories

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

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

w Service station list ..................................1

e Remote control unit (RC-979).................1

r R6P/AA batteries ....................................2

e

rt uy

t AM loop antenna ....................................1

y FM indoor antenna .................................1

u Omnidirectional microphone...................1

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.

•Before turning the power switch on

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

• Store these instructions in a safe place.

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

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

•V. AUX terminals

The AVR-1906’s front panel is equipped with
V. AUX terminals. Remove the cap covering
the terminals when you want to use them.

Cautions on installation

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 this happens, take the following steps:

• Install this unit as far away as possible from
the tuner or TV.

• Run the antenna wires from the tuner or TV
away from this unit’s power supply cord and
input/output connection cables.

• Noise or disturbance tends to occur
particularly when using indoor antennas or
300 Ω/ohm feeder wires. We recommend

using outdoor antennas and 75 Ω/ohm
coaxial cables.

Wall

Note

Cautions on handling

• Switching the input source when input terminals are not connected.

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

• Muting of PRE OUT terminals, PHONES jack and SPEAKER terminals.

The PRE OUT terminals, PHONES jack and SPEAKER terminals include a muting circuit. Because
of this, the output signals are greatly attenuated for several seconds after the power switch is
turned on or the input source, 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 functioning.
Always wait until the muting circuit turns off before adjusting the volume.

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

Preparing the remote control unit

The included remote control unit (RC-979) can be used to operate not only the AVR-1906 but other
remote control compatible DENON components as well. In addition, the memory contains control
signals for other remote control units, so it can be used to operate non-DENON remote control
compatible products.

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

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-1906 A/V 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, before you begin hookup and
operation we recommend that you review the contents of this manual before proceeding.

A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING:

This product's packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please
dispose of any materials in accordance with the local recycling regulations.
When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in
accordance with the local regulations concerning chemical waste.
This product and the accessories packed together constitute the applicable
product according to the WEEE directive except batteries.

3

Getting Started Getting Started

Operating range of the remote control unit

30°

30°

Approx. 7 m

• Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor on the main unit as shown in the diagram.

• The remote control unit can be used from a straight distance of approximately 7 meters from the
main unit, but this distance will be shorter if there are obstacles in the way or if the remote control
unit is not pointed directly at the remote sensor.

• The remote control unit can be operated at a horizontal angle of up to 30 degrees with respect
to the remote 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.

• Do not press buttons on the main unit and
remote control unit simultaneously. Doing so
may result in malfunction.

• Neon signs or other devices emitting pulse­type noise nearby may result in malfunction,
so keep the set as far away from such devices
as possible.

Part names and functions

Front panel

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

#5 #4 #1#3 @9#2

#0

@6@8 @5 @4 @1 !9@3

@2

@0@7

r y i !0 !2 !5!3 !6 !7 !8

q

w

teu

o

!1 !4

q

Power ON/STANDBY switch················(8)

w

Power indicator······································(8)

e

Power switch ···································(8, 34)

r

Headphones jack (PHONES) ···············(17)

t

ANALOG button···································(18)

y

SPEAKER A/B buttons ··················(17, 34)

u

SURROUND BACK button ··················(21)

i

Preset station select buttons ·······(27, 28)

o

STANDARD/NIGHT button·········(19 ~ 23)

!0

5CH/7CH STEREO button ···················(24)

!1

DIRECT/STEREO button······················(18)

!2

V. AUX INPUT terminals ·····················(13)

!3

SETUP MIC jack ·····································(8)

!4

SURROUND MODE button ·················(16)

!5

SURROUND PARAMETER
button ···················································(19)

!6

SELECT knob····························(16, 19, 26)

!7

TONE DEFEAT button··························(26)

!8

TONE CONTROL button······················(26)

!9

MASTER VOLUME control knob ········(16)

@0

TUNING • (up)/ª (down) buttons ·····(27)

@1

RT button ··············································(30)

@2

PTY button············································(29)

@3

RDS button ···········································(29)

@4

OUTPUT indicator································(21)

@5

Master volume indicator·····················(16)

@6

Display

@7

INPUT mode indicator·························(18)

@8

SIGNAL indicator ·································(18)

@9

BAND button ········································(27)

#0

EXT. IN button ······································(16)

#1

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

#2

INPUT MODE button ···························(17)

#3

REC SELECT button·····························(34)

#4

FUNCTION knob ····························(16, 34)

#5

SOURCE button ···································(16)

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
included 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.

• If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe
the fluid off the inside of the battery
compartment and insert new batteries.

•When replacing the batteries, have the new
batteries ready and insert them as quickly as
possible.

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Remote control unit

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

SURROUND buttons

·····························(16, 25)

Indicator··············(31, 33)

Input source selector
buttons ···············(16, 31)

System buttons

·····························(30, 32)

SYSTEM SETUP/SETUP
button ···················(9, 32)

Cursor buttons

·······························(9, 19)

ON SCREEN/DISPLAY
button ···········(17, 22, 32)

TEST TONE button

···································(42)

VIDEO SELECT button

···································(17)

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

Power buttons

·······························(8, 31)

Tuner system/System
buttons ···············(27, 33)

MUTING button

···································(16)

Master volume control
buttons······················(16)

Mode selector switches

·······························(8, 30)

CH SELECT/ENTER
button

···············

(9, 19, 26)

SURROUND
PARAMETER/System
button ·················(19, 32)

SPEAKER button

···································(17)

SURROUND BACK/
RETURN button

·····························(21, 32)

Input mode selector
buttons ···············(16, 17)

DIMMER button

···································(17)

• The Dolby Surround Pro Logic II(x) Cinema or Music mode can be chosen directly by pressing the

CINEMA or MUSIC button on the remote control unit during playback in the Dolby Surround Pro
Logic II (x) mode.

• The DTS NEO:6 Cinema or Music mode can be chosen directly by pressing the CINEMA or MUSIC

button on the remote control unit during playback in the DTS NEO:6 mode.

MEMO

• This section contains the basic steps necessary to configure the AVR-1906 according to your
listening room environment and the source equipment and loudspeakers you are using.

• For optimum performance, we recommend using the Auto Setup function.

• If you wish, you can set the various settings manually without using Auto Setup ( page 35 ~

43).

Easy setup flow

Easy Setup and Operation

Placing the speakers.

Connecting the

speakers.

Connecting a monitor

and a DVD player.

Starting the Auto

Setup.

Playing a DVD with

surround sound.

Auto setup flow

1) Speaker Configuration

2) Delay Time

3) Channel Level

Store the measurement result in the memory.

Connecting a microphone.

Measurement of the speakers

in the listening position.

Check of the measurement result.

5

Easy Setup and OperationEasy Setup and Operation

Speaker connections

• Connect the speaker terminals with the
speakers making sure that like polarities are
matched (<with <, >with >). Mismatching
of polarities will result in weak central sound,
unclear orientation of the various instruments,
and the stereo image being impaired.

• When making connections, take care that
none of the individual conductors of the
speaker cable come in contact with adjacent
terminals, with other speaker cable
conductors, or with the rear panel.

2 Speaker impedance

• When speaker systems A and B are used
separately, speakers with an impedance of 6
to 16 Ω/ohms can be connected for use as
front speakers.

• Be careful when using two pairs of front
speakers (A + B) at the same time, since
speakers with an impedance of 12 to 16
Ω/ohms in this case must be used.

• Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16
Ω/ohms can be connected for use as center
and surround and surround back speakers.

•The protector circuit may be activated if the
unit is operated for long periods of time at
high volumes when speakers with an
impedance lower than the specified
impedance are connected.

Connecting the speaker cables

1. Loosen by turning
counterclockwise.

2. Insert the cable.

3. Tighten by turning
clockwise.

Protector circuit

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 short­circuited 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 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.

Note on speaker impedance

The protector circuit may be activated if the
unit is operated 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 less than 4 Ω/ohms) are
connected. If the protector circuit is
activated, the speaker output is cut off. Turn
off the unit’s power, wait for the unit to cool
down, improve the ventilation around the
unit, then turn the power back on.

Speaker system layout

2 Basic system layout

The following is an example of the basic layout for a system consisting of eight speaker systems
and a television monitor:

Subwoofer Center speaker system

Surround speaker systems

Surround back speaker systems

Front speaker systems

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

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

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(L) (R)

(L) (R)

(L) (R) (L) (R)

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Easy Setup and Operation Easy Setup and Operation

2 Connections

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

Connection terminal
for a subwoofer with
built-in amplifier.

Surround speaker

systems

Center

speaker

Front speaker

systems (B)

Precautions when connecting speakers:

If a speaker is placed near a TV or video
monitor, the colors on the screen may be
disturbed by the speaker’s magnetism. If
this should happen, move the speaker away
to a position where it does not cause this
effect.

NOTE:

• When using only one surround back speaker,
connect it to the left channel.

Front speaker

systems (A)

Subwoofer

Surround back

speaker systems

2 Bi-Amp connections

Certain loudspeakers are equipped with two sets of input terminals, for bi-amplification. The AVR­1906 power amp assign mode allows you to power bi-amp-capable speakers with two amplifier
channels ( page 39). Be sure to consult the owner’s manual of your bi-amp-capable speakers
for further information before proceeding.

NOTE:

• When making Bi-Amp connections, be sure to remove the short-circuiting bar included with
the speaker.

AVR-1906

SPEAKER SPEAKER

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Easy Setup and Operation Easy Setup and Operation

Connecting a DVD player and monitor TV

S VIDEO

IN

VIDEO

IN

Monitor TV

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

Y

P

B

PR

F

H

G

• The Video signal and the S-Video signal which were inputted are mutually converted. And also the
Video signal and the S-Video signal which were inputted are converted into a higher quality.

• The signals input to the color difference (component) video terminals are not output from the
VIDEO output terminal (yellow) or the S-Video output terminal. In addition, the video signals input
to the VIDEO input (yellow) and S-Video input terminals are not output to the color difference
(component) video terminals.

•To connect the digital audio output from the DVD player, you can choose from either the coaxial
or optical connections. If you choose to use the coaxial connection, it needs to be assigned. For
more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 36).

• Connect a non-DVD video disc player (such as a laser disc, VCD/SVCD, or future high definition
disc player) to the DVD/VDP terminals in the same way.

• For best picture quality (especially with progressive DVD and other high definition sources),
choose the component video connection to your monitor TV. S-Video and composite video
outputs are also provided if your TV does not have component video inputs.

Audio signal flow is shown with white arrows; video signal flow is shown with gray arrows.

NOTE:

• The component video input and/or output terminals may be labeled differently on some TVs,

monitors or video components (Y, P

B, PR; Y, CB, CR; Y, B-Y, R-Y). Check the owner’s manuals

for the other components for further information.

DVD player

S VIDEO

OUT

R

L

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Y

P

B

PR

OPTICAL

OUT

F

H

G

D

R

L

R

L

A

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Easy Setup and Operation Easy Setup and Operation

The Auto Setup function of this unit performs an analysis of the
speaker system to permit an appropriate automatic setting.

Auto Setup

2 Measurement and setting details

q: This sets the speaker connection, polarity, and bass

reproduction ability.

w: This sets the delay time from each speaker corresponding to

the listening position.

e: This sets the volume that is output from each speaker.

Connecting a microphone

1

Connect the microphone for Auto Setup to the

SETUP MIC jack on the front panel of the unit.

2

Place the microphone for Auto Setup at the
actual listening position which will be at the
same height as your ears.

Microphone

SETUP

MODE 1

CURSOR

SPEAKER

ON/SOURCE

ENTER

ON/STANDBY

SETUP MIC

POWER

SPEAKER A

NOTE:

•A loud test tone is output during the measurement. Please
consider this should you be planning night time
measurements, and consider not allowing small children
into the listening room at this time.

Place the microphone on a tripod or level surface.

For accurate measurements

• Keep quiet during the auto setup procedure. It is recommended
that you turn off the power of any air-conditioner, projector or
other equipment that may produce noise.

• Do not stand between the microphone and speakers while
Auto Setup is performed.

• Do not place any obstacles between the microphone and
speakers. Also, be sure to point the speakers towards the
listening position.

4

Press the ON/STANDBY switch on the main unit
or the ON/SOURCE button on the remote control
unit.

•Turn on the power.

5

Press the SPEAKER A button to turn the speakers
on.

3

Press the POWER switch.

£ OFF:

The power turns off and the indicator is off.
In this position, the power cannot be turned on and off from
the remote control unit.

¢ ON:

The power turns on and the indicator lights.
Set the POWER switch to this position to turn the power on
and off from the included remote control unit.

1

Turn on your subwoofer.

2

Turn on your monitor (TV).

Turning on the power

6

Set the MODE 1 switch to “AUDIO” (only when
operating with the remote control unit).

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Easy Setup and Operation Easy Setup and Operation

Starting Auto Setup

2

Press the CURSORDDorHHbutton to select

“Auto Setup”, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Auto Setup” screen appears.

1

Press the SETUP button.

• The “System Setup” menu appears.

When “S. Back” is selected, the test tone during Auto
Setup will be output from the Surround back speaker.
When “Bi-Amp” is selected, change the setting to “Bi­Amp”. The test tone during Auto Setup is set so that it will
be output from the Bi-Amp speaker.

3

Press the CURSORDDorHHbutton to select
“Power Amp Assign”, then press the CURSOR

FF

orGGbutton to select “S. Back” or “Bi-Amp”.

Measurement of each channel is performed as follows:

4

Press the CURSORDDorHHbutton to select
“Start”, then press the CURSORFFbutton.

• Start the measurements.

FL FR C SW SL SR

SBL SBR

1 2 3

1: Only the front speakers (A) are measured, front

speakers (B) are not available. Even if the front
speakers (B) are set, the setting automatically
switches to the front speakers (A) once

measurements are completed.
2: The subwoofer speaker is measured twice.
3: When “Bi-Amp” is selected, these are not displayed.

After each channel is measured, “Calculating”

appears.

The display switches to the Auto Setup check screen

automatically.

•Measurement is canceled if the MASTER VOLUME control knob

is operated while the Auto Setup is performed.

• If the output volume and crossover frequency of your

subwoofer speaker can be changed, then set the volume to
halfway and the crossover filter to maximum or switch off
the low-pass filter.

2 About automatic retry

To confirm the results of the measurements, remeasurement is
automatically performed.
Remeasurement is performed up to 2 times. During this time,
“Retry1” or “Retry2” is displayed on the screen.

NOTE:

• When measurements have been made using the
measurement microphone, speakers with built-in filters,
such as a subwoofer, might be set to a value that differs
from the physical distance because of the internal electrical
delay.

Easy Setup and Operation Easy Setup and Operation

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About error messages

• These error screens may be displayed when performing Auto Setup measurement and the automatic measurements can not be
completed because of the speaker arrangement, measurement environment, or other factors. Please check the following matters,
reset the pertinent items, and measure again.

• When there is too much noise in the room, the speakers may not be detected properly. Should this happen, perform the
measurements when the noise level is low, or switch off the power of the equipment that is producing the noise for the duration
of the measurements.

Measures

Cause

Screen example

q This screen will be displayed when the speakers

required for producing suitable reproduction have
not been detected.

•The front L or front R speaker was not properly
detected.

• Only one channel of the surround speakers was
detected.

• Sound was output from the R channel when only
one surround back speaker was connected.

• The surround back speaker was detected, but the
surround speaker was not detected.

• Check that the pertinent speakers are
properly connected.

w This screen will be displayed when the speaker

polarity is connected in reverse.

• Check the polarity of the pertinent
speakers. For some speakers, this
screen may be displayed even though
the speakers are properly connected. If
so, select “Skip

0

”.

e This screen will be displayed when accurate

measurements cannot be made due to the input
level of the microphone being too high.

• Set up the speakers so that their position
is farther away from the listening
position.

• Lower the volume of the subwoofer
speaker.

r This screen will be displayed when the

measurement microphone is not connected.

• Connect the measurement microphone
to the microphone connector.

Check of the measurement results

1

Press the CURSORDDorHHbutton to select an
item, then press the ENTER button.

2

Press the ENTER button.

• The verification screen appears.

3

Press the ENTER button again once you have
checked the results.

Example: Speaker Config. Check

The measurement results of each item can be checked
here.

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Easy Setup and Operation

Playing a DVD with surround sound

1

Disconnect the microphone from the unit.

2

Select the input source to be played.

3

Select the play (surround) mode.

4
5

Adjust the volume.

Start DVD playback.

Store:

Store the checked measurement values.
All parameters are stored.

Retry:

Perform the measurement again.
Measurement is repeated.

4

Press the CURSORDDorHHbutton to select from
the following three items based on the
measurement results, then press the CURSOR

FF

button.

Cancel:

Cancel the checked measurement values.

Cable indications

Signal direction

The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cables (not supplied).

Video cableAudio cable

NOTE:

• Do not plug in the power supply cord until all connections have been completed.

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

• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right).

• Note that binding pin-plug cables together with power supply cords or placing them near a power transformer will result in hum
or other noise.

Analog terminal (Stereo)

A

R

L

R

L

(Orange)

Pin-plug cable

Analog terminal (Monaural, for subwoofer)

B

Pin-plug cable

Digital terminal (Coaxial)

C

Coaxial cable (75 Ω/ohm pin-plug cable)

Digital terminal (Optical)

D

Optical cable (Optical fiber cable)

Speaker terminal

E

Speaker cable

Video terminal

F

Video cable (75 Ω/ohm video pin-plug cable)

S-Video terminal

G

S-Video cable

(Yellow)

Audio signal

Video signal

(White)

(Red)

Component video terminal

H

Component video cable

(Y)

(P

B/CB

)

(P

R/CR)

(Green)

(Blue)

(Red)

IN OUT OUT IN

IN OUT OUT IN

Connecting Other Sources

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Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

With the AVR-1906, the Video signal and the S-Video signal which
were inputted are mutually converted. And also the Video signal
and the S-Video signal which were inputted are converted into a
higher quality.

The flow of the video signals.

This unit’s input

terminals

This unit’s output

terminals

(S-Video terminal)

(Video terminal)

The video conversion function

(Component video

terminals)

(Component video

terminals)

(S-Video terminal)

(Video terminal)

Signals input to the AVR-1906

VIDEO signal input terminal

(yellow)

E

C

E

C

1

2

3

4

S-Video signal input

terminal

E

E

C

C

Video signal output to VIDEO

MONITOR OUT terminal

(yellow)

C

C

C

E

On-screen display signal output

(C: Signal E: No signal) (C: On-screen signals output E: On-screen signals not output)

Video signal output to S-Video

MONITOR OUT terminal

C

C

C

C

On-screen display signals

Cautions on the video conversion function:

When the component video terminals are used to connect the
AVR-1906 with a TV (or monitor, projector, etc.) and the video
(yellow) or S-Video terminals are used to connect the AVR­1906 with a VTR, depending on the combination of the TV and
VTR the picture may flicker in the horizontal direction, be
distorted, be out of sync not display at all when playing video
tapes.
If this happens, connect a commercially available video
stabilizer, etc., with a TBC (time base corrector) function
between the AVR-1906 and the VTR, or if your VTR has a TBC
function, turn it on.

Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

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Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

F

G

A

TV

S VIDEO

OUT

R

L

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Y

P

B

PR

OPTICAL

OUT

R

L

R

L

H

D

• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your TV or DBS tuner. S-Video
and composite video inputs are also provided if your TV or DBS tuner does not have component
video output.

•To connect the digital audio output from the TV or DBS tuner, you can choose from either the
coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to use the coaxial connection, it needs to be
assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 36).

Connecting a video camera or video game

Video camera /

Video game

R

L

AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

R

L

R

L

A

D

F

Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals

DVD Audio-Video /

Super Audio CD player /

External decoder

R

FRONT

L

5.1ch AUDIO OUT

CENTER

R

SURROUND

L

SUB-

WOOFER

L

R

L

R

B

A

B

R

L

R

L

A

• These terminals are for inputting multi-channel audio signals from an external decoder, or a
component with a different type of multi-channel decoder, such as a DVD Audio player, a multi­channel Super Audio CD player, or another future multi-channel sound format decoder.

• The video signal connection is the same as that for a DVD player.

• For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals ( page 16).

•With discs on which special copyright protection measures have been taken, the digital signals
may not be output from the DVD player. In this case, connect the DVD player’s analog multi­channel output to the AVR-1906’s EXT. IN terminals for playback. Also refer to your DVD player’s
operating instructions.

Connecting a CD player

R

L

AUDIO OUT

CD player

COAXIAL

OUT

R

L

R

L

A

C

To connect the digital audio output from the CD player, you can choose either coaxial or optical
connection. If you choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more
information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 36).

Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

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Connecting a VCR

Video deck

S VIDEO

IN

R

L

AUDIO IN

R

L

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

IN

S VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

R

L

R

L

F

G

F

G

A

R

L

R

L

A

• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your VCR. S-Video and
composite video outputs are also provided.

• If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital source, such as a DVD recorder to an analog
recorder such as a cassette deck, you will need to connect the analog inputs and outputs as
shown below, in addition to the digital audio connections.

• The digital inputs and outputs connection is the same as that for a CD (MD) recorder.

NOTE:

• When recording to VCR, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source

equipment be the same type that is connected to the AVR-1906 VCR OUTPUT terminal.

Example: VCR IN → S-Video cable : VCR OUT → S-Video cable

VCR IN → Video cable : VCR OUT → Video cable

Connecting a tape deck

R

L

AUDIO OUT

R

L

AUDIO IN

Tape deck

R

L

R

L

A

R

L

R

L

A

• If humming noise is generated, move the tape deck further away from the source of such noise.

Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder

R

L

AUDIO IN

R

L

AUDIO OUT

CD recorder /

MD recorder

OPTICAL

OUT

OPTICAL

IN

R

L

R

L

A

R

L

R

L

A

D

D

If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital source, such as a CD or MD recorder to an
analog recorder such as a tape deck, you will need to connect the analog inputs and outputs as
shown below, in addition to the digital audio connections.

NOTE:

• Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 2 OUT terminal on
the AVR-1906’s rear panel to any terminal other than the OPTICAL 2 IN terminal ( page 36).

Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

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Direction of broadcasting
station

75 Ω/ohm
COAXIAL
cable

FM antenna

FM indoor

antenna

(Supplied)

AM loop antenna

(Supplied)

AM outdoor antennaGround

1

4

2

3

2 AM loop antenna assembly

Connect to the AM
antenna terminals.

Remove the vinyl tie
and take out the
connection line.

Bend in the reverse
direction.

a. Antenna placed on

a stable surface.

b. Hanging the

antenna on a wall.

Mount

Use the
installation hole to secure the antenna to a wall, etc.

Connection of

AM antennas

1. Push the lever.

2. Insert the
conductor.

3. Return the lever.

NOTE:

• Do not connect two FM antennas
simultaneously.

• Even if an external AM antenna is used, do
not disconnect the AM loop antenna.

• Make sure the AM loop antenna lead
terminals do not touch metal parts of the
panel.

An FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly to the unit.

Connecting the antenna terminals

Connecting the power supply cord

AC 230 V, 50 Hz

AC outlet

(wall)

NOTE:

• Only use the AC OUTLET for connecting audio equipment. Never use it for hair driers, TVs or
other electrical appliances.

AC OUTLET

• SWITCHED (total capacity – 100 W (0.43 A))
The power to this outlet is turned on and off
in conjunction with the POWER switch on the
main unit, and when the power is switched
between on and standby from the remote
control unit.
No power is supplied from this outlet when
this unit’s power is at standby. Never connect
equipment whose total power consumption
exceeds 100 W (0.43 A).

• Use these terminals if you wish to connect external power amplifier(s) to increase the power of
the front, center, surround and surround back sound channels, or for connection to powered
loudspeakers.

• When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel.

Connecting the pre-out terminals

Power amplifier

R

SURROUND

BACK

L

R

SURROUND

L

R

FRONT

L

CENTER

SUB-

WOOFER

R

L

R

L

B

A

B

A

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

A

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Basic Operation

SOURCE SELECT

SURROUND MODE

EXT. IN

FUNCTION

MASTER VOLUME

ANALOG

INPUT MODE

VOLUME

EXT. IN

MUTING

SURROUND
MODE

ANALOG

FUNCTION

INPUT MODE

Playing the input source

1

Select the input source to be played.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

To select the input source when REC OUT is selected, press
the SOURCE button, then operate the input function selector.

2

Select the play (surround) mode.

Example: CD

Basic Operation

Playback

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Example: STEREO

SELECT

To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround
parameters, tone defeat or tone control, press the
SURROUND MODE button and then operate the selector.

Playback using the external input (EXT. IN)
terminals

Press the EXT. IN button to select the external input.

NOTE:

• When the input mode is set to the external input (EXT. IN),
the play mode (DIRECT, VIRTUAL SURROUND, STEREO,
STANDARD (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND), 5CH/7CH STEREO
or DSP SIMULATION) cannot be selected.

• In play modes other than the external input mode, the
signals connected to the EXT. IN terminals cannot be
reproduced. In addition, signals cannot be output from
channels not connected to the input terminals.

• Canceling the external input mode:

Press the INPUT MODE or ANALOG button to switch to the
desired input mode ( page 17, 18).

• The external input mode can be set for any input source. To
watch video while listening to sound, select the input source to
which the video signal is connected, then set this mode.

• If the subwoofer output level is too high, set the “SW ATT.”
surround parameter to “ON”.

The signals being input to the external decoder input terminals
are played without passing through the surround circuitry.

3

Start playback on the selected component.

For operating instructions, refer to the component’s manual.

4

Adjust the volume.

The volume can be adjusted within the range of –70 to 0 to
18 dB, in steps of 1 dB. However, when the channel level is
set as described ( page 26), if the volume for any
channel is set at +1 dB or greater, the volume cannot be
adjusted up to 18 dB. (In this case the maximum volume is
adjusted to “18 dB — (Maximum value of channel level)”.)

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

The volume level is
displayed on the
master volume
level display.

Press the MUTING button.

•You can adjust the muting level ( page 39).

Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)

Use this to turn off the audio output temporarily.

• Canceling the MUTING mode:

q Press the MUTING button again.
w Press the VOLUME button on the remote control unit, or

adjust the volume up or down via the front panel MASTER
VOLUME knob.