Denon AVR-2106 User Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-2106

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

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

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

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

WARNING:

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

FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)

1. PRODUCT

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

2.IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT

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

3.NOTE

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

mounting of the product should follow the

manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9.A product and cart combination should be moved

with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

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

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

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

	FIGURE A
	EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
	AS PER NATIONAL	ANTENNA
	ELECTRICAL CODE
		LEAD IN
	GROUND	WIRE
	CLAMP
		ANTENNA
		DISCHARGE UNIT
	ELECTRIC	(NEC SECTION 810-20)
	SERVICE
	EQUIPMENT	GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
		(NEC SECTION 810-21)
		GROUND CLAMPS
		POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
	NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE	ELECTRODE SYSTEM
		(NEC ART 250, PART H)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

21.Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a)When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,

b)If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,

c)If the product has been exposed to rain or water,

d)If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation,

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

f)When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.

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

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

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

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

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Getting Started

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-2106 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 we recommend with an immense array of features, before you begin hookup and operation that you review the contents of this manual before proceeding.

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 and Operation

Easy setup flow ·······································································4

Speaker system layout ···························································5

Speaker connections ··························································5, 6

Connecting a DVD player and monitor TV···························7

Auto Setup / Room EQ

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

Connecting Other Sources

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 DVD recorder ·················································14

Connecting a VCR ·································································14

Connecting a tape deck························································15

Connecting a turntable·························································15

Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder·························15

Connecting the antenna terminals······································16

Connecting the XM terminal ···············································16

Connecting the RS-232C terminal ·······································17

Connecting the TRIGGER OUT terminals ···························17

Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals

ZONE2 out connections ·······················································17

ZONE2 speaker out connections··········································18

Connecting the pre-out terminals ·······································18

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

Basic Operation

Playback

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

Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals··········19 Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)·······················19 Listening over headphones ··················································20

Combining the currently playing sound with the

desired image (VIDEO SELECT) ···········································20

Selecting the front speakers ················································20

Checking the currently playing program source···················20 Input mode ·····································································20, 21

Surround

Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs)

2-channel playback modes ···················································21

Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Pro Logic II) mode ·······························22

DTS NEO:6 mode·································································23 Dolby Digital mode and DTS surround···························24, 25 Night mode···········································································25 Adjusting the audio delay ·····················································26

DENON original surround modes

Surround modes and their features······································26 DSP surround simulation······················································27 Room EQ setting··································································28 Tone control setting

•Adjusting the sound quality·············································29

•Tone defeat mode ···························································29

Channel Level ·······································································29

Listening to the radio

Auto preset memory ····························································30

Auto tuning ···········································································30

Manual tuning·······································································31 Preset stations······································································31 Checking the preset stations················································31 Recalling preset stations ······················································31

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

Checking the XM signal strength and Radio ID ···················32

Channel selection ·································································32

Category search····································································32

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Advanced Operation

Remote control unit

Operating DENON audio components ·································33

Preset memory·····································································34 Operating a component stored in the

preset memory·······························································34~36

Punch through ······································································36

Multi zone music entertainment system ·····················37, 38 Outputting a program source to amplifier, etc.,

in a different room (ZONE2 mode)·······································39 Remote control unit operations during

multi-source playback ···························································39

Other functions

Playing one source while recording another

(REC OUT mode)··································································40 Last function memory ··························································40

Initialization of the microprocessor·······································40

Advanced Setup – Part 1

Navigating through the System Setup Menu····················41

On screen display and front display ···································41

Input Setup

Setting the Digital In Assign. ················································42

Setting the Ext In SW Level ·················································42

Setting the Input Function Level ··········································42

Setting the Function Rename···············································43 Setting the Component In Assign. ·······································43

Setting the Video Input Mode ··············································44

Setting the Auto Tuner Preset··············································44

Advanced Playback

Setting the Audio Delay························································45 Setting the Auto Surround Mode ·········································45

Option Setup

Setting the Trigger Out Setup ··············································46

Setting the Muting Level······················································46 Setting the On Screen Display ·············································46

Setting the Power Amp Assign. ···········································47

Setting the Setup Lock·························································47

Advanced Setup – Part 2

Speaker Setup

Setting the Speaker Config. ·················································48

Setting the Delay Time ·························································49

Setting the Channel Level ··············································49, 50 Setting the Crossover Frequency·········································50 Setting the SW Mode Setup ··········································50, 51

Others Setup

Setting the Manual EQ Setup···············································52 Setting the Room EQ Setup···········································52, 53 Setting the Direct Mode Setup ············································53

Check the EQ parameter······················································53

System setup items and default values ·······················54, 55

Troubleshooting ····································································56

Additional information···················································57~62

Specifications ········································································63

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

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Accessories

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

q Operating instructions	............................	1
w Warranty .................................................		1
e Service station list ..................................		1
r Power supply cord..................................		1
t Remote control unit (RC-1015) ...............		1
r	t	y

y R6P/AA batteries	....................................	2
u AM loop antenna ....................................		1
i FM indoor antenna .................................		1
o Omnidirectional microphone...................		1
u	i	o

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 this 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-2106’s front panel is equipped with V. AUX terminals. Remove the cap covering the terminals when you want to use them.

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	Cautions on installation
	Noise or disturbance of the picture may be
	generated if this unit or any other electronic	Note
	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	Wall
	using outdoor antennas and 75 Ω /ohm
	coaxial cables.

Note:

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

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-1015) can be used to operate not only the AVR-2106 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.

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Inserting the batteries

qRemove the remote control unit’s rear cover.

wSet 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.

Operating range of the remote control unit

•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 23 feet 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.

30° 30°

Approx. 23 feet

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.

Getting Started

Part names and functions

Front panel

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

			@7		@2 @0
#5#4	#3#2#1#0@9@8 @6@5@4 @3 @1					!9
	t	u	o !1		!4
q w e r y			i !0	!2	!3 !5!6!7!8

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

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

e Power switch ···································(8, 40) r Headphones jack (PHONES) ···············(20)

t ANALOG button···································(20)

y SPEAKER A/B buttons ··················(20, 40) u ZONE2 button ······································(39)

i Preset station select buttons ·······(30, 31) o STANDARD/NIGHT button ···········(22~25)

!05CH/7CH STEREO button ···················(26)

!1STEREO/DIRECT/PURE DIRECT

button ···················································(21)

!2V. AUX INPUT terminals ·····················(13)

!3SETUP MIC jack ·····································(8)

!4SURROUND MODE button ·················(19)

!5SURROUND PARAMETER

button ···················································(22)

!6SELECT knob····························(19, 22, 29)

!7TONE DEFEAT button··························(29)

!8TONE CONTROL button······················(29)

!9MASTER VOLUME control knob ········(19)

@0TUNING •(up)/ª(down) buttons ·····(30)

@1STATUS button ······························(20, 25)

@2DIMMER button ···································(20)

@3VIDEO SELECT button·························(20)

@4OUTPUT indicator··························(24, 39)

@5Master volume indicator·····················(19)

@6Display

@7INPUT mode indicator·························(21)

@8SIGNAL indicator ·································(21)

@9BAND button ········································(30)

#0EXT. IN button······································(19)

#1Remote control sensor··························(3)

#2INPUT MODE button ···························(20)

#3ZONE2/REC SELECT button ·········(39, 40)

#4FUNCTION knob ····························(19, 39)

#5MAIN button·········································(19)

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Remote control unit

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

Easy Setup and Operation

	Remote control signal
Indicator ···············(34, 36)	transmitter···················(3)
	Power buttons
	································(8, 34)
ZONE2 buttons····(36, 39)	MAIN buttons
MODE	································(4, 36)
·················(19, 27)

source selector

·················(19, 34) Tuner system/System buttons·················(30, 35)

	Mode selector switches
	································(8, 33)
buttons	Master volume control
	buttons·················(19, 39)
SETUP/SETUP	MUTING button
·····················(9, 34)	····································(19)
buttons	SURROUND
22)	PARAMETER/System
SCREEN/DISPLAY	button···················(22, 34)
············(20, 25, 34)	CH SELECT/ENTER
TONE button	button·················(9, 23, 29)
	SURROUND BACK/
SELECT button	RETURN button···(24, 34)
	SPEAKER button
mode selector	································(8, 20)
·················(19, 20)	DIMMER button
	····································(20)
MEMO

•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.

• The main zone output can be turned on and off with the MAIN button.	4

•	steps necessary to configure the AVR-2106 according to your
	and the source equipment and loudspeakers you are using.
•	we recommend using the Auto Setup function.
•	various settings manually without using Auto Setup (	page 48 ~

Easy setup flow

Placing the speakers.

Auto setup flow

Connecting a microphone.

Connecting the

speakers.

Measurement of the speakers

in the listening position.

Connecting a monitor and a DVD player.

Starting the Auto

Check of the measurement result.

Setup.

result in the memory.

Playing a DVD with surround sound.

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Speaker system layout

2Basic 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 back speaker systems

Front speaker systems

Set these at the sides of the TV

or screen with their front surfaces Surround speaker systems as flush with the front of the

screen as possible.

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.

NOTE:

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

2Speaker 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.

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.

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Connecting the speaker cables

1. Loosen by turning counterclockwise.

2. Insert the cable.

3. Tighten by turning clockwise.

Connecting banana plugs

Banana plug

Turn clockwise to tighten, then insert the banana plug.

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 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 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.

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2Connections

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

Subwoofer		Center		Surround speaker
		speaker		systems
				(L)	(R)
IN		>	<	>	< >	<
	Connection terminal
	for a subwoofer with
	built-in amplifier.

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2Bi-Amp connections

Certain loudspeakers are equipped with two sets of input terminals, for bi-amplification. The AVR2106 Power Amp Assign. mode allows you to power bi-amp-capable speakers with two amplifier channels ( page 47). Be sure to consult the owner’s manual of your bi-amp-capable speakers for further information before proceeding.

AVR-2106

SPEAKER

SPEAKER

NOTE:

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

(L)	(R)	(L)	(R)	(L)	(R)
< >	> <	< >	>	<	< > <
				>
Front speaker		Front speaker		Surround back
systems (B)		systems (A)		speaker systems

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.

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Connecting a DVD player and monitor TV

•To connect the video output from the DVD player to the AVR-2106, you only need to choose one connection type. Component video connection offers the best quality (and is required for progressive DVD playback), followed by S-Video, while composite video offers the lowest picture quality of the three connection types. For more information about the video up conversion function ( page 12).

•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 42).

•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.

	DVD player
I	COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
		Y
		PB
		PR
H
		S VIDEO
		OUT
G		VIDEO
		OUT
D
		OPTICAL
		OUT
A		AUDIO OUT
L	L	L
R	R	R

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

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•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.

	Monitor TV
I	COMPONENT VIDEO IN
	Y
	PB
	PR
H
	S VIDEO
	IN
G	VIDEO
	IN

NOTE:

•The component video input and/or output terminals may be labeled differently on some TVs, monitors or video components (Y, PB, PR; Y, CB, CR; Y, B-Y, R-Y). Check the owner’s manuals for the other components for further information.

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ON/SOURCE POWER SPEAKER A

MODE 1

	ENTER
	SETUP
	CURSOR
ON/STANDBY	SETUP MIC
	SPEAKER

Auto Setup / Room EQ

The Auto Setup and Room EQ function of this unit performs an analysis of the speaker system and measures the acoustic characteristics of your room to permit an appropriate automatic setting.

2Measurement 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. r: This sets the frequency response of each speaker.

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.

loud test tone is output during the measurement. Please this should you be planning night time and consider not allowing small children

into the listening room at this time.

Connecting a microphone

1 Connect the microphone for Auto Setup to the SETUP MIC jack on the front panel of the unit.

at the actual listening position which will be at the same height as your ears.

Microphone

Place the microphone on a tripod or level surface.

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Turning on the power

1 Turn on your subwoofer.

2 Turn on your monitor (TV).

3 Press the POWER switch.

¢ 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.

£ 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.

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

• Turn on the power.

5 Press the SPEAKER A button to turn the speakers on.

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

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Starting Auto Setup

1 Press the SETUP button.

• The “System Setup” menu appears.

2 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select “Auto

Setup/Room EQ”, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Auto Setup/Room EQ” menu appears.

3 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select “Auto

Setup”, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Auto Setup” screen appears.

4 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select “Power Amp Assign”, then press the CURSOR F or G button to select “S. Back”, “ZONE2” or

“Bi-Amp”.

When “S. Back” is selected, the test tone during Auto Setup will be output from the surround back speaker.

When “ZONE2” is selected, change the setting to “ZONE2”. The test tone during Auto Setup is set so that it will not be output to ZONE2 (Another room).

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.

5 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select “Start”, then press the CURSOR F button.

• Start the measurements.

Measurement of each channel is performed as follows:

	1		2				3
FL	FR	C	SW	SL	SR	SBL	SBR

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 “ZONE2” and “Bi-Amp” are selected, these are not displayed.

After each channel is measured, “Calculating” appears. The display switches to the Auto Setup check screen automatically.

Easy Setup and Operation

is cancelled if the MASTER VOLUME control knob while the Auto Setup is performed.

output volume and crossover frequency of your speaker can be changed, then set the volume to and the crossover filter to maximum or switch off

low-pass filter.

2About 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.

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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.

Screen example								Cause	Measures
								q This screen will be displayed when the speakers	• Check that the pertinent	speakers are
								required for producing suitable reproduction have	properly connected.
								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.
								w This screen will be displayed when the speaker	• Check the polarity of	the pertinent
								polarity is connected in reverse.	speakers. For some speakers, this
									screen may be displayed even though
									the speakers are properly connected. If
									so, select “Skip0”.
								e This screen will be displayed when accurate	• Set up the speakers so that their position
								measurements cannot be made due to the input	is farther away from the listening
								level of the microphone being too high.	position.
									• Lower the volume of the subwoofer
									speaker.
								r This screen will be displayed when the	• Connect the measurement microphone
								measurement microphone is not connected.	to the microphone connector.

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Check of the measurement results

1 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select an item, then press the ENTER button.

The measurement results of each item can be checked here.

2 Press the ENTER button.

• The verification screen appears.

Example: Speaker Config. Check

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

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4 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select from the following three items based on the measurement results, then press the CURSOR F button.

Store:

Store the checked measurement values.

All parameters are stored.

Retry:

Perform the measurement again.

Measurement is repeated.

Cancel:

Cancel the checked measurement values.

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 Start DVD playback.

5 Adjust the volume.

Connecting Other Sources

Cable indications

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

		Audio cable			Video cable
A	Analog terminal (Stereo)			G	Video terminal
	(White)	L	L	(Yellow)
	(Red)	R	R
		Pin-plug cable			Video cable (75 Ω	/ohm video pin-plug cable)
B	Analog terminal (Monaural, for subwoofer)			H	S-Video terminal
		Pin-plug cable			S-Video cable
C	Digital terminal (Coaxial)			I	Component video terminal
	(Orange)				(Green)			(Y)
		Coaxial cable (75 Ω /ohm pin-plug cable)			(Blue)			(PB/CB)
					(Red)			(PR/CR)
D	Digital terminal (Optical)
					Component video cable
					Signal direction
		Optical cable (Optical fiber cable)
E	Speaker terminal
					Audio signal
					IN	OUT	OUT	IN
		Speaker cable			Video signal
F
	XM terminal				IN	OUT	OUT	IN

XM 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.

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The video conversion function

With the AVR-2106, 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.

(Component video	(Component video
terminals)	terminals)
(S-Video terminal)	(S-Video terminal)
(Video terminal)	(Video terminal)
This unit’s input	This unit’s output
terminals	terminals

Cautions on the video conversion function:

When the component video terminals are used to connect the AVR-2106 with a TV (or monitor, projector, etc.) and the video (yellow) or S-Video terminals are used to connect the AVR2106 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-2106 and the VTR, or if your VTR has a TBC function, turn it on.

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On screen display signals
	Signals input to the AVR-2106			On screen display signal output
	VIDEO signal	S-Video signal	Video signal output to	Video signal output to		Video signal output to Color
	input terminal		VIDEO MONITOR OUT	S-Video MONITOR OUT		Difference (Component) Video
		input terminal
	(yellow)		terminal (yellow)	terminal		MONITOR OUT terminal
1	E	E	C	C		C
2	C	E	C	C		C
3	E	C	C	C		C
4	C	C	E	C		C
	(C: Signal	E: No signal)	(C: On screen signals output		E: On screen signals not output)

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Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

•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 outputs.

•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 42).

		TV
I	COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
		Y
		PB
		PR
H
		S VIDEO
		OUT
G		VIDEO
		OUT
D
		OPTICAL
		OUT
A		AUDIO OUT
L	L	L
R	R	R

Connecting a video camera or video game

Video camera /

Video game

G

VIDEO

OUT

A		AUDIO OUT
L	L	L
R	R	R

D

OPTICAL

OUT

H

S VIDEO

OUT

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Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals

•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 19).

		DVD Audio-Video /
		Super Audio CD player /
		External decoder
	A	5.1ch AUDIO OUT
			FRONT
	L	L	L
	R	R	R
	B
			CENTER
	A		SURROUND
	L	L
			L
	R	R	R
	B		SUB-
			WOOFER

discs on which special copyright protection measures have been taken, the digital signals not be output from the DVD player. In this case, connect the DVD player’s analog multioutput to the AVR-2106’s EXT. IN terminals for playback. Also refer to your DVD player’s

instructions.

Connecting a CD player

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 42).

		CD player
A		AUDIO OUT
L	L	L
R	R	R

C

COAXIAL

OUT

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Connecting a DVD recorder

•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.

DVD recorder

H

		S VIDEO
		OUT
G
		VIDEO
		OUT
I	COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
		Y
		PB
		PR
G
		VIDEO
		IN
H
		S VIDEO
		IN
D
		OPTICAL
		IN
D
		OPTICAL
		OUT
C		COAXIAL
		OUT
A		AUDIO IN
L	L	L
R	R	R
A		AUDIO OUT
L	L	L
R	R	R

NOTE:

•When recording to a DVD recorder, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source equipment be the same type that is connected to the AVR-2106 VCR-1 (to 2)

OUTPUT terminal.	IN →	S-Video cable : VCR-1 OUT →
Example: VCR-1			S-Video cable
VCR-1	IN →	Video cable : VCR-1 OUT →	Video cable

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Connecting a VCR

•For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your VCR. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided. If you choose to use the component video connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Component Input Assignment ( page 43).

•You can connect a second video recorder to the VCR-2 terminals.

Video deck

G

VIDEO

OUT

H

S VIDEO

OUT

G

VIDEO

IN

H

		S VIDEO
		IN
A		AUDIO IN
L	L	L
R	R	R
A		AUDIO OUT
L	L	L
R	R	R

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-2106 VCR-1 (to 2) OUTPUT terminal.

Example: VCR-2	IN →	S-Video cable : VCR-2 OUT →	S-Video cable
VCR-2	IN →	Video cable : VCR-2 OUT →	Video cable

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Connecting a tape deck

	Tape deck
A		AUDIO OUT
L	L	L
R	R	R
A		AUDIO IN
L	L	L
R	R	R

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

Connecting a turntable

If humming or other noise is generated when the ground wire is connected, disconnect the ground wire.

Turntable (MM cartridge)

A
L	AUDIO OUT
R
	GND

NOTE:

•The phono input can accept signals from moving magnet (MM) and high output moving coil (MC) phono cartridges. If your turntable is equipped with a low output MC cartridge, you will need to use a separate MC head amplifier or step-up MC transformer.

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Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder

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.

	CD recorder /
	MD recorder
A		AUDIO OUT
L	L	L
R	R	R
D
		OPTICAL
		OUT
D		OPTICAL
		IN
A		AUDIO IN
L	L	L
R	R	R

NOTE:

•Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 3 OUT terminal on the AVR-2106’s rear panel to any terminal other than the OPTICAL 3 IN terminal ( page 42).

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Connecting the antenna terminals

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

Direction of broadcasting
station	AM loop
FM antenna	antenna
	(Supplied)

75 Ω /ohm COAXIAL cable

FM indoor antenna (Supplied)

Ground

AM outdoor antenna

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 building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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.

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Connecting the XM terminal

•AVR-2106 is the XM Ready® receiver. You can receive XM Satellite Radio® by connecting to the XM Connect-and-Play™ (sold separately) and subscribing the XM service.

•Plug the XM Connect-and-Play antenna into XM terminal on the rear panel.

•Position the XM Connect-and-Play antenna near a south-facing window to receive the best signal.

For details, see “XM Satellite Radio” ( page 32).

When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the XM Connect-and-Play antenna.

XM Connect-and

-Play Antenna

XM

F

NOTE:

•Keep the power supply cord unplugged until the XM Connect-and-Play antenna connection have been completed.

2AM loop antenna assembly

1

2

Remove the vinyl tie and take out the connection line.

4

a. Antenna placed on a stable surface.

Mount

b. Hanging the antenna on a wall.

Connect to the AM antenna terminals.

3

Bend in the reverse direction.

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.

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Connecting the RS-232C terminal

These terminals are used for an external controller.

Perform the following operation before using an external controller connected to the RS-232C terminal:

1. Press the ON/STANDBY button on the main unit and set the unit to the operating mode.

2. Perform the operation to turn off the power from the external control.

3. Check that the product has been set to the standby mode.

After checking the above, check the connections of the external controller. Operation is possible.

Connecting the TRIGGER OUT terminal

Turn the DC 12V voltage on and off for the individual functions and surround modes. For details, see “Setting the Trigger Out Setup” ( page 46).

Connecting Other Sources

Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals

For instructions on operations using the MULTI ZONE functions ( page 37~39).

ZONE2 out connections

•If another power amplifier or pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 out (variable/fixed level) terminals can be used to play a different program source in ZONE2 the same time ( page 37, 38).

•When a sold separately room-to-room remote control unit (DENON RC-616, 617 or 618) is wired and connected between the MAIN ZONE and ZONE2, the remote-controllable devices in the MAIN ZONE can be controlled from ZONE2 using the remote control unit.

		Power amplifier
			(ZONE2)
	A
	(Fixed)		L
	L	L
			IN
	R	R
			R

	Power amplifier
		(ZONE2)
A
L	L	L
R	R	IN
		R

(Variable)

RC-617 INFRARED SENSOR
Extension terminals for future use.
+	OUTPUT
+	INPUT
AUX OUT
RC-616 INFRARED
RETRANSMITTER

NOTE:

•For instructions on installation and operation of separately sold devices, refer to the devices’ operating instructions.

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Connecting Other Sources		Connecting Other Sources
ZONE2 speaker out connections		Connecting the pre-out terminals

•When the power amplifier is assigned to the ZONE2 output channel at “Power Amp Assign.” in the “System Setup” menu, the surround back speaker terminals can be used as the ZONE2 speaker out terminals ( page 38).

•The connections diagram below is an example for when the surround back speaker is assigned to the ZONE2 stereo 2 channel.

In this case, surround back speaker out can not be used for MAIN ZONE.

Subwoofer		Center		Surround speaker
		speaker		systems
				(L)	(R)
IN		>	<	>	< >	<
	Connection terminal
	for a subwoofer with
	built-in amplifier.

•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.

Power amplifier

B

			CENTER
	A		SURROUND
	L	L
			L
	R	R	R
	A		SURROUND
	L	L	BACK
			L
	R	R	R
	B		SUB-
			WOOFER
	A		FRONT
	L	L
			L
	R	R	R

Connecting the power supply cord

AC outlets (Wall)

AC 120 V, 60 Hz

(L)

(R)

(L)

(R)

(L)

(R)

< >

> <

< >

>

<

< >

<

>

Front speaker

Front speaker

ZONE2 speaker

systems (B)

systems (A)

systems

NOTE:

• The

settings

must

be

changed to

use

this

speaker for ZONE2 (

page 47).

AC OUTLETS

• SWITCHED (total capacity – 120 W (1 A.)) The power to these outlets 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 these outlets when this unit’s power is at standby. Never connect equipment whose total power consumption exceeds 120 W (1 A.).

NOTE:

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

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Basic Operation

Playback

INPUT MODE	ANALOG	MASTER VOLUME
FUNCTION	DIMMER STATUS

	VIDEO SELECT
MAIN	EXT. IN	SELECT
PHONES	SPEAKER	SURROUND MODE

Playing the input source

1 Select the input source to be played.

Example: CD

(Main unit)

(Remote control unit)

To select the input source when ZONE2/REC OUT is selected, press the MAIN button, then operate the input function selector.

2 Select the play (surround) mode.

Example: STEREO

	SELECT
(Main unit)	(Remote control unit)

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.

SURROUND

MODE

FUNCTION

	VOLUME
	MUTING
ON SCREEN	DIMMER
VIDEO SELECT	SPEAKER
INPUT MODE	EXT. IN
	ANALOG

3 Start playback on the selected component.

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

4 Adjust the volume.

	The volume level is
	displayed on the
	master volume level
(Main unit)	(Remote control unit) display.

The volume can be adjusted within the range of –80 to 0 to 18 dB, in steps of 0.5 dB. However, when the channel level is set as described ( page 29), if the volume for any channel is set at +0.5 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)”.)

Basic Operation

Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals

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

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

the external input mode:

the INPUT MODE or ANALOG button to switch to the input mode ( page 20, 21).

external input mode can be set for any input source. To video while listening to sound, select the input source to the video signal is connected, then set this mode. subwoofer output level is too high, set the “SW ATT.”

parameter to “ON”.

NOTE:

•When the input mode is set to the external input (EXT. IN), the play mode (DIRECT PURE 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.

Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)

Use this to turn off the audio output temporarily.

Press the MUTING button.

• You can adjust the muting level ( page 46).

the MUTING mode:

the MUTING button again.

the VOLUME button on the remote control unit, or the volume up or down via the front panel MASTER

knob.

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