DENON AVR-2803 User Guide

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

收音環繞擴音機

AVR-2803

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

操作說明書

OUTPUT

SIGNAL DETECT

SURROUND

BACK CH

ON / STANDBY

REMOTE SENSOR

AUTO

PCM

DTS

SIGNAL

DIGITAL

INPUT

VOLUME LEVEL

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中文（繁體字版）第 45 頁 ~ 第 186 頁

中文（簡體字版）第 87 頁 ~ 第 128 頁

CAUTION:

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

注意：

為防電擊﹐請勿打開機蓋（或後蓋）。本機內部無可供使用者使用的部件。請委托有資格的技術人員進行修理安裝。

警告：

為防止火災或電擊﹐請勿將本機暴露于雨中或潮濕的處所。

等邊三角形中有箭頭閃電標號的圖形表示警告使用者在產品內有導電體及高電壓﹐可能會對人體造成很大的電擊危險。

等邊三角形中有感嘆號的圖形表示﹐欲警告使用者該設備在操作與保養（服務）方面應嚴格按照所附設備說明書。

注意：

為防電擊，請勿打開機蓋（或後蓋）。本機內部無可供使用者使用的部件。請委托有資格的技術人員進行修理安裝。

警告：

為防止火災或電擊，請勿將本機暴露于雨中或潮濕的處所。

等邊三角形中有箭頭閃電標號的圖形表示警告使用者在產品內有導電體及高電壓，可能會對人體造成很大的電擊危險。

等邊三角形中有感嘆號的圖形表示，欲警告使用者該設備在操作與保養（服務）方面應嚴格按照所附設備說明書。

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

• 防止高溫

裝於機架時應允許充分散熱。

• 防止高溫裝於機架時應允許充分散熱。

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

• 留意電源線

從插座撥出插頭時應該抓住插頭將其撥出。

• 留意電源線從插座撥出插頭時應該抓住插頭將其撥出

。

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

• 勿將本機放置於濕度很高或

多塵的位置。

• 勿將本機放置於濕度很高或多塵的位置。

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

• 長時間不使用本機時須將插

頭撥離電源插座。

• 長時間不使用本機時須將插頭撥離電源插座。

* (For sets with ventilation holes)

（備有通風孔的機殼）

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

• 勿堵塞機殼的通風孔。

• Do not let foreign objects in the set.

• 勿讓雜物掉入機內。

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

• 避免在本機附近噴灑殺蟲

劑，也勿用汽油，天拿水或其它溶劑抹拭機箱。

• 避免在本機附近噴灑殺蟲劑﹐也勿用汽油﹐天拿水或其它溶劑抹拭機箱。

• Never disassemble or modify the set in any way.

• 勿打開或隨意修理本機。

2 NOTE ON USE / 使用注意事項 / 使用注意事項

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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CAUTION

• 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.

• Please be care the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing for use.

• No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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2 We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-2803. 2 To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-2803 has to offer, read these

instructions carefully and use the set properly. Be sure to keep this manual for future reference, should any questions or problems arise.

“SERIAL NO. PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE”

2 INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-2803 Digital Surround AV receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources. As this product is provided with an immense array of features, we recommend that before you begin hookup and operation that you review the contents of this manual before proceeding.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Before Using........................................................3

Cautions on Installation........................................3

Cautions on Handling...........................................3

Features ...............................................................4

Connections.....................................................4~8

Part Names and Functions ..................................9

Setting up the System ................................10~17

Remote Control Unit ...................................18~22

Operation.....................................................23~27

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Surround ......................................................28~31

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DSP Surround Simulation ............................32~35

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Listening to the Radio..................................35, 36

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Last Function Memory.......................................37

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Initialization of the Microprocessor....................37

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Troubleshooting ...........................................37, 38

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Additional Information .................................38~43

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Specifications.....................................................44

ACCESSORIES

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

erty

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

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

e Remote control unit (RC-924) ............................1

r R6P/AA batteries................................................3

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

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

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 as possible from the tuner or TV.

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

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

and 75 Ω/ohms coaxial cables.

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

10 cm or more

wall

10 cm or more

CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION

• Switching the input function when input jacks are not connected

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

• Muting of PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jacks

and SPEAKER terminals

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

• Whenever the power switch is in the

£ OFF

state, the apparatus is still connected on AC line voltage. Please be sure to unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a vacation.

CAUTIONS ON HANDLING

BEFORE USING

Pay attention to the following before using this unit:

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

• Before turning the power switch on Check once again that all connections are proper and that there are not problems with the connection cords. Always set the power switch to the standby

position before connecting and disconnecting connection cords.

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

• Note that the illustrations in this instructions

may differ from the actual set for explanation purposes.

• Line Voltage Selection (for multiple voltage model only) The desired voltage may be set with the VOLTAGE SELECTOR knob on the rear panel, using a screwdriver. If the VOLTAGE SELECTOR knob does not move smoothly, please contact a qualified serviceman.

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

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

• Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections will result in the generation of noise.

• Use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment

only. Do not use them for hair driers, etc.

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

• Noise or humming may be generated if a connected audio equipment is used independently without turning the power of this unit on. If this happens, turn on the power of the this unit

Connecting the audio components

CONNECTIONS

SAME AS LINE-VOLTAGE

SWITCHED 100W MAX.

AC OUTLET

SWITCHED TOTAL 120W MAX.

AC 120V 60Hz

AC OUTLETS

for Taiwan R.O.C. model

for Multiple voltage model

Connecting a Turntable

Connect the Turntable’s output cord to the AVR-2803’s PHONO jacks, the L (left) plug to the L jack, the R (right) plug to the right jack.

NOTES:

• This unit cannot be used with MC cartridges directly. Use a separate head amplifier or step-up transformer.

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

Turntable (MM cartridge)

Ground wire

• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. The power to these outlets is turned on and off when the power is switched between on and standby from the remote control unit or power switch.

Power supply cord

AC 120 V, 60 Hz (Taiwan R.O.C. model) AC 115/230 V, 50/60 Hz (Multiple voltage model)

TRIGGER OUT

Turn the DC 12V voltage on and off for the individual functions. For details, see “Setting the Trigger Out Setup” on page 16.

Connecting the AC OUTLTETS

AC OUTLETS

• SWITCHED (total capacity – 120 W – for Taiwan R.O.C. model) (total capacity – 100 W – for Multiple voltage model) The power to these outlets is turned on and off in conjunction with the POWER operation 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 capacity is above 120 W for Taiwan R.O.C. model (100 W for Multiple voltage model).

NOTE:

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

Route the connection cords, etc., in such a way that they do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

For multiple voltage model only (Refer to page 3)

FEATURES

1. Digital Surround Sound Decoding

Featuring 32 bit high speed DSP, operating entirely in digital domain, surround sound from digital sources such as DVD, LD, DTV and satellite are faithfully re-created.

2. DTS 96/24 compatibility

The AVR-2803 can be decoded with sources recorded in DTS 96/24, a new multi-channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. DTS 96/24 sources can be played in the multichannel mode on the AVR-2803 with high sound quality of 96 kHz/24 bits or 88.2 kHz/24 bits.

3. DTS-ES Extended Surround and DTS Neo:6

The AVR-2803 is compatible with DTS-ES Extended Surround, a new multi-channel format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. The AVR-2803 is also compatible with DTS Neo:6, a surround mode allowing 6.1-channel playback of regular stereo sources.

4. DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

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

5. Dolby Digital

Using advanced digital processing algorithms, Dolby Digital provides up to 5.1 channels of widerange, high fidelity surround sound. Dolby Digital is the default digital audio delivery system for DVD and North American DTV.

6. Dolby Pro Logic II decoder

Dolby Pro Logic II is a new format for playing multi-channel audio signals that offers improvements over conventional Dolby Pro Logic. It can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Surround but also regular stereo sources into five channels (front left/right, center and surround left/right). In addition, various parameters can be set according to the type of source and the contents, so you can adjust the sound field with greater precision.

7. Dolby Digital EX decoder system

Dolby Digital EX is a 6.1-channel surround format proposed by Dolby Laboratories that allows users to enjoy in their homes the “DOLBY DIGITAL SURROUND EX” audio format jointly developed by Dolby Laboratories and Lucas Films and first used for the movie “Star Wars Episode 1 – Phantom Menace”. The 6.1 channels of sound, including surround back channels, provide improved sound positioning and expression of space.

8. Wide screen mode for a 7.1-channel sound even with 5.1-channel sources

DENON has developed a wide screen mode with a new design which recreates the effects of the multi surround speakers in movie theaters. The result is 7.1-channel sound taking full advantage of surround back speakers, even with Dolby Pro Logic or Dolby Digital/DTS 5.1-channel signals.

9. Multi Zone Music Entertainment System

Multi Source Function: This unit’s Multi Source function lets you select different audio sources for listening Different sources can thus be enjoyed in the main room (MAIN) and the subroom (ZONE 2) simultaneously.

10. Component Video Switching

In addition to composite video and “S” video switching, the AVR-2803 provides 2 sets of component video (Y, P

B/CB

, PR/CR) inputs, and one set of component video outputs to the television, for superior picture quality.

11. Video Select Function

Allow you to watch one source (visual) while listening to another source (audio).

12. Future Sound Format Upgrade Capability via Eight Channel Inputs & Outputs

For future multi-channel audio format(s), the AVR2803 is provided with 7.1 channel (seven main channels, plus one low frequency effects channel) inputs, along with a full set of 7.1 channel pre-amp outputs, controlled by the 8 channel master volume control. This assures future upgrade possibilities for any future multi-channel sound format.

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RLR

INPUT OUTPUT

LRL

OUTPUT

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

OUTPUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

INPUT

OPTICAL

OUTPUT

CD player

Connecting a CD player

Connect the CD player’s analog output jacks (ANALOG OUTPUT) to this unit’s CD jacks using pin plug cords.

Use these jacks 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.

To use Surround back with one speaker, connect the speaker to SURR. BACK L CH.

MD recorder, CD recorder or other component equipped with digital input/output jacks

CD player or other component equipped with digital output jacks

Connecting the DIGITAL jacks

Use these for connections to audio equipment with digital output. Refer to page 14 for instructions on setting this terminal.

Connecting a tape deck

Connections for recording:

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

Connections for playback:

Connect the tape deck’s playback output jacks (LINE OUT or PB) to this unit’s tape playback (CDR/TAPE IN) jacks using pin plug cords.

CD recorder or Tape deck

NOTES:

• Use 75 Ω/ohms cable pin cords for coaxial connections.

• Use optical cables for optical connections, removing the cap before connecting.

NOTE:

• If humming noise is generated by a tape deck, etc., move the tape deck away.

Connecting the pre-out jacks

Connecting the video components

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

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

VIDEO

R OUT IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

LRL

RLR

R OUT IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

LRL

RLR

R OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

R OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

R L

TV or DBS tuner

DVD player or video disc player (VDP), etc.

Monitor TV

Connecting a TV or DBS tuner

TV or DBS

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the (yellow) TV or DBS IN jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUTPUT) to the TV or DBS IN jacks using pin plug cords.

AUDIO

VIDEO

Connecting a DVD player or a video disc player (VDP)

MONITOR OUT

• Connect the TV’s video input jack (VIDEO INPUT) to the MONITOR OUT jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.

VIDEO

Note on connecting the digital input jacks

• Only audio signals are input to the digital input jacks. For details, see page 5.

Video deck 2

Video deck 1

• There are two sets of video deck (VCR) jacks, so two video decks can be connected for simultaneous recording or video copying.

Video input/output connections:

•Connect the video deck’s video output jack (VIDEO OUT) to the (yellow) VCR-1 IN jack, and the video deck’s video input jack (VIDEO IN) to the

(yellow) VCR-1 OUT jack using 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cords.

Connecting the audio output jacks

• Connect the video deck’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUT) to the VCR-1 IN jacks, and the video deck’s audio input jacks (AUDIO IN) to the

VCR-1 OUT jacks using pin plug cords.

Connect the second video deck to the VCR-2 jacks in the same way.

AUDIOAUDIO

VIDEO

Connecting a video decks

DVD

• Connect the DVD player’s video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the (yellow) DVD IN jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.

• Connect the DVD player’s analog audio output jacks (ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT) to the DVD IN jacks using pin plug cords.

• VDP player can be connected to the VDP jacks in the same way.

• It is also possible to connect a video disc player, DVD player, video camcorder, video game machine, etc., to the V.AUX jacks.

AUDIO

VIDEO

Connecting a monitor TV

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S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT IN

S-VIDEO

OUT IN

S-VIDEO

DVD player or video disc player (VDP)

Monitor TV

Video deck 2

Video deck 1

TV or satellite broadcast tuner

Connecting a DVD player or a video disc player (VDP)

Connecting a monitor TV

Connecting the video decks

Connecting a TV or DBS tuner

DVD

• Connect the DVD player’s S-Video output jack to the SVIDEO DVD IN jack using an S-Video connection cord.

•A VDP can be connected to the VDP jacks in the same way.

• It is also possible to connect a video disc player, DVD player, video camcorder, game machine, etc., to the V.AUX jacks.

MONITOR OUT

• Connect the TV’s S video input (S-VIDEO INPUT) to the MONITOR OUT jack using a S jack connection cord.

S-VIDEO

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s S video output jack (SVIDEO OUTPUT) to the TV or DBS IN jack using an S-Video connection cord.

S-VIDEO

• Connect the video deck’s S output jack (S-OUT) to the

VCR-1 IN jack and the video deck’s S input jack (S-IN) to the

VCR-1 OUT jack using S-Video connection cords.

• Connect the video deck’s S output jack (S-OUT) to the

VCR-2 IN jack and the video deck’s S input jack (S-IN) to the

VCR-2 OUT jack using S-Video connection cords.

S-VIDEO

Connecting the video components equipped with S-Video jacks

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

• A note on the S input jacks The input selectors for the S inputs and Video inputs work in conjunction with each other.

• Precaution when using S-jacks This unit’s S-jacks (input and output) and video pin jacks (input and output) have independent circuit structures, so that video signals input from the S-jacks are only output from the S-jack outputs and video signals input from the pin jacks are only output from the pin jack outputs. When connecting this unit with equipment that is equipped with S-jacks, keep the above point in mind and make connections according to the equipment’s instruction manuals.

VIDEO OUT

CRCB

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

CRCB

COMPONENT

DVD player

Monitor TV

Connecting a DVD player

Connecting a monitor TV

DVD IN jacks

• Connect the DVD player’s color difference (component) video output jacks (COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT) to the COMPONENT VIDEO-1 IN jack using 75 Ω/ohms coaxial video pin-plug cords.

• In the same way, another video source with component video outputs such as a TV or DBS tuner, etc., can be connected to the VIDEO-2 color difference (component) video jacks.

MONITOR OUT jack

• Connect the TV’s color difference (component) video input jacks (COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT) to the COMPONENT MONITOR OUT jack using 75 Ω/ohms coaxial video pin-plug cords.

• The color difference input jacks may be indicated differently on some TVs, monitors or video components (“CR, CB and Y”, “R-Y, B-Y and Y”, “Pr, Pb and Y”, etc.). For details, carefully read the operating instructions included with the TV or other component.

Connecting the Video Components equipped with Color Difference (Component - Y, P

R/CR

, PB/CB) Video Jacks

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

• The signals input to the color difference (component) video jacks are not output to the VIDEO output jack (yellow) or the S-Video output jack.

• Some video sources with component video outputs are labeled Y, C

B, CR, or Y, Pb, Pr, or Y, R-Y, B-Y. These

terms all refer to component video color difference output.

• The function assigned to the component video input can be changed at the system setup. For details, see “Setting the Video In Assignment” on page 14.

• The AVR-2803’s on-screen display signals are not output from the color difference (component) video output jacks (MONITOR OUT).

Connect the components’ audio inputs and outputs as described on page 5.

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Connecting the antenna terminals

DIRECTION OF BROADCASTING STATION

75 Ω/ohms COAXIAL CABLE

FM ANTENNA

FM INDOOR ANTENNA (Supplied)

AM LOOP ANTENNA (Supplied)

AM OUTDOOR ANTENNA

GROUND

• An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly.

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. With the

antenna on top any stable surface.

b. With the

antenna attached to a wall.

Mount

Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.

Connection of AM antennas

1. Push the lever.

2. Insert the conductor.

3. Return the lever.

NOTES:

• Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.

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

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

Decoder with 8- or 6-channel analog output

Front

Surround back

Surround

Subwoofer

Center

For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) jacks, see page 24.

Connecting the external input (EXT. IN) jacks

• These jacks are for inputting multi-channel audio signals from an outboard decoder, or a component with a different type of multi-channel decoder, such as a DVD Audio player, or a multi-channel SACD player, or other future multi-channel sound format decoder.

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

OUTPUT

INPUT

AUX OUT

ZONE 2

Integrated pre-main amplifier or power amplifier

For instructions on operations using the ZONE 2 jacks, see pages 26, 27.

Connecting the ZONE 2 jacks

• If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier or power amplifier is connected, the ZONE 2 jacks can be used to play a different program source in ZONE 2 at the same time.

RS232C GND

∆

3.5 

STEREO PLUG

RXD

(PC IN)

TXD

(PC OUT)

Serial Control cable

Extension jacks for future use.

SERIAL CONTROL terminal

• Connect when using an external controller.

• Use an adapter cable (sold separately) as shown on the diagram at the right to connect the external controller.

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Speaker Impedance

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

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

• Be careful when using two pairs of front speakers (A + B) at the same time, since use of speakers with an impedance of less than 8 Ω/ohms will lead to damage.

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

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

Connecting the speaker cords

1. Loosen by turning counterclockwise.

2. Insert the cord. 3. Tighten by turning clockwise.

Speaker system 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 sense of direction of the stereo being impaired.

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

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 LED flashes. Should this occur, please follow these steps: be sure to switch off the power of this unit, check whether there are any faults with the wiring of the speaker cables or input cables, and wait for the unit to cool down if it is very hot. Improve the ventilation condition around the unit and switch the power back on. If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around the unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON service center.

Note on speaker impedance

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

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

Either tightly twist or terminate the core wires.

Connecting banana plugs

(Taiwan R. O. C. model only)

banana plug

Turn clockwise to tighten, then insert the banana plug.

Connections

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

(L) (R)

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

Connection jack for subwoofer with built-in amplifier (super woofer), etc.

CENTER SPEAKER

SYSTEM

FRONT SPEAKER

SYSTEMS (A)

•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 have this effect.

SURROUND SPEAKER

SYSTEMS

SURROUND BACK/ZONE 2 SPEAKER SYSTEMS

NOTES:

•To use Surround back with one speaker, connect the speaker to SURR. BACK L CH.

• The settings must be changed to use this speaker for ZONE 2. See page 15.

FRONT SPEAKER

SYSTEMS (B)

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OUTPUT

SIGNAL DETECT

SURROUND

BACK CH

ON / STANDBY

REMOTE SENSOR

AUTO

PCM

DTS

SIGNAL

DIGITAL

INPUT

VOLUME LEVEL

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o!0 !1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !6

Front Panel

PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

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

Power operation switch ...........................(23, 37)

Headphones jack (PHONES) ..........................(25)

VIDEO SELECT button ...................................(25)

Front speaker system indicators (FRONT SPEAKER A/B)

FRONT SPEAKER button .........................(23, 37)

ZONE 2 button/indicator...........................(26, 37)

MODE button.....................................(23, 24, 30)

ANALOG button .......................................(23, 24)

EXT. IN button..........................................(23, 24)

DIMMER button .............................................(26)

STATUS button ...............................................(26)

SURROUND BACK button .............................(30)

SURROUND MODE button .........(24, 28~30, 33)

SURROUND PARAMETER

button.................................................(29~31, 33)

SELECT knob...................(24, 25, 28~31, 33, 34)

TONE DEFEAT button....................................(25)

TONE CONTROL button ..........................(25, 34)

MASTER VOLUME control ............................(24)

Master volume indicator (VOLUME LEVEL) ..(24)

Display

INPUT mode indicators ..................................(24)

SIGNAL indicators ..........................................(24)

Remote control sensor

(REMOTE SENSOR) .......................................(18)

Power indicator ..............................................(23)

FUNCTION knob ..............(23, 25, 26, 30, 35, 36)

TUNING PRESET button ................................(36)

SOURCE selector button ...............................(23)

ZONE 2/REC button .......................................(26)

Remote control unit

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

SYSTEM CALL buttons................(21)

ON SCREEN/DISPLAY button

.(19, 20, 26)

Cursor buttons .............................(10)

TEST TONE button ......................(28)

System buttons .....................(18~22)

ZONE 2 buttons ...........................(27)

MODE SELECT button ................(18)

Input source selector

buttons ..........(19, 20, 23, 27, 30, 35)

SYSTEM SETUP/SETUP

button ........................(10, 11, 17, 19)

Mode selector

buttons ............................(18~23, 27)

Surround buttons

............................(23, 25, 28~30, 32)

ZONE 1/MAIN buttons.................(27)

Power buttons .......................(19~23)

Tuner system/System

buttons ................(18, 20, 27, 35, 36)

MUTING button ...........................(25)

Master volume control

buttons...................................(24, 27)

RETURN button .....................(19, 20)

Remote control signal

transmitter ...................................(18)

INPUT MODE selector

buttons...................................(23, 24)

SURROUND PARAMETER

button ..................(19, 20, 29, 31~33)

CH SELECT/ENTER button

...................................(10, 19, 20, 28)

SURROUND BACK button...........(30)

LED (indicator)..............................(20)

USE/LEARN button................(20, 22)

FRONT SPEAKER button.............(23)

NOTE:

• The shaded button does not function with the AVR-2803. (Nothing happens when they are pressed.)

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SYSTEM SETUP button

Press this to display the system setup menu.

ENTER button

Press this to switch the display. Also use this button to complete the setting.

CURSOR buttons

and 1: Use these to move the cursors (0and 1) to

the left and right on the screen.

• and ª: Use these to move the cursors (• and ª) to

the up and down on the screen.

NOTES:

• The on-screen display signals are output with priority to the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack during playback of a video component. For example, if the TV monitor is connected to both the AVR-2803’s S-Video and video monitor output jacks and signals are input to the AVR-2803 from a video source (VDP, etc.) connected to both the S-Video and video input jacks, the on-screen display signals are output with priority to the SVideo monitor output. If you wish to output the signals to the video monitor output jack, do not connect a cord to the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack. (For details, see page 17.)

• The AVR-2803’s on-screen display function is designed for use with high resolution monitor TVs, so it may be difficult to read small characters on TVs with small screens or low resolutions.

• The setup menu is not displayed when headphones are being used.

• Speaker system layout 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.

SETTING UP THE SYSTEM

• Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in “CONNECTIONS” (see pages 4 to 8), make the various settings described below on the monitor screen using the AVR-2803’s on-screen display function. These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the AVR-2803.

• Check that the remote control unit is set to AMP mode (TAPE, CDR/MD or CD).

• The system settings can be reset to the default (factory shipment) settings by initialization of the microprocessor (see page 37).

• Use the following buttons to set up the system:

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

System setup Default settings

Speaker Configuration

Subwoofer mode

Dolby Digital Setup

Channel Level

Digital In Assignment

Input the combination of speakers in your system and their corresponding sizes (Small for regular speakers, Large for full-size, full-range) to automatically set the composition of the signals output from the speakers and the frequency response.

This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass signals.

Turn the audio compression on or off when downmixing Dolby Digital signals.

This adjusts the volume of the signals output from the speakers and subwoofer for the different channels in order to obtain optimum effects.

This assigns the digital input jacks for the different input sources.

Input

source

Digital Inputs

Front Sp.

Large

Center Sp. Surround Sp.Sub Woofer

Small SmallYes

LFE

Front L & R Center Surround L & RSub Woofer

3.6 m (12 ft) 3.6 m (12 ft) 3.0 m (10 ft)3.6 m (12 ft)

Front L

Front R Center

Surround

Back R

Subwoofer

0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB

DVD VDP TV DBS TAPE

COAX1 COAX2 OPT1 OPT2 OPT3 OPT4

Surround Back

Sp.

Small / 2spkrs

OFF

Delay Time

This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer according to the listening position.

SBL & SBR

3.0 m (10 ft)

Surround

Back L

0 dB

Surround

0 dB

VCR-1

OFF

V. AUX

OFF

Crossover Frequency

Set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer.

80 Hz

VCR-2

OFF

Video In Assignment

This assigns the color difference (component) video input jacks for the different input sources.

DVD

VDP TV VCR-1 V. AUX

—

VIDEO1 NONE NONE NONE NONE

—

VCR-2

NONE

DBS

VIDEO2

Set this to switch the surround back channel’s power amplifier for use for zone 2.

Surround Back

Power AMP Assignment

This sets the output level for the zone 2 output jacks.

Variable

Zone2 vol. Level

Zone2 Control

System setup Default settings

On Screen Display

This sets whether or not to display the on-screen display that appears on the monitor screen when the controls on the remote control unit or main unit are operated.

On Screen Display = ON

A1 ~ A8 87.5 / 89.1 / 98.1 / 108.0 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 MHz

B1 ~ B8 522 / 603 / 999 / 1404 / 1611 kHz, 90.1 / 90.1 MHz

C1 ~ C8 90.1 MHz

D1 ~ D8 90.1 MHz

E1 ~ E8 90.1 MHz

Auto Tuner Preset

FM stations are received automatically and stored in the memory.

Ext. In Subwoofer Level

Set the Ext. In Subwoofer terminal playback level. Subwoofer = +15 dB

Auto Surround Mode

Set the Auto surround mode function. Auto Surround Mode = ON

Trigger Out Setup

Set the Trigger Out output for the different input sources.

PHONO

CD TUNER DVD TVVDP

TAPE

DBS VCR-1

OFF OFF OFF

ON ONON

OFF

ON ON

Setup Lock

Set whether or not to lock the system setup settings so that they cannot be changed.

Setup Lock = OFF

VCR-2

V. AUX

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• Set up in function of your speaker systems. Performing this setup optimizes the system.

• The composition of the signals output to the different channels and the frequency response are adjusted automatically according to the combination of speakers actually being used.

Setting the type of speakers

At the System Setup Menu select “Speaker Configuration”.

Switch to the speaker configuration screen.

Center Sp.

Front Sp.

Subwoofer

Surround Sp.

Surround back Sp.

NOTE:

• Select “Large” or “Small” not according to the actual size of the speaker but according to the speaker’s capacity for playing low frequency (bass sound below frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode and below) signals. If you do not know, try comparing the sound at both settings (setting the volume to a level low enough so as not to damage the speakers) to determine the proper setting.

Set whether or not speakers are connected and, if so, their size parameters.

•To select the speaker

•To select the parameter

Press the ENTER button to finalize the setting.

• Parameters

Large.................Select this when using speakers that have sufficient performance for reproducing bass

sound below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode.

Small .................Select this when using speakers that do not have sufficient performance for reproducing

bass sound below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode. When this is set, bass sound with a frequency below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode is sent to the subwoofer. When this setting is selected, low frequencies of below the frequency set for the Crossover

Frequency mode are assigned to the subwoofer.

None…… ..........Select this when no speakers are installed.

Yes/No… ...........Select “Yes” when a subwoofer is installed, “No” when a subwoofer is not installed.

2spkrs/1spkr .....Set the number of speakers to be used for the surround back channel.

If the subwoofer has sufficient low frequency playback capacity, good sound can be achieved even when “Small” is set for the front, center and surround speakers. For the majority of speaker system configurations, using the Small setting for all five main speakers and Subwoofer On with a connected subwoofer will yield the best results.

• Before setting up, connect the AVR-2803’s MONITOR OUT connector with the monitor TV and turn off the power of all playback devices connected to the AVR-2803’s video input connectors. (For instructions on connecting the monitor TV, see page 5 and 6.)

Before setting up the system

Display the System Setup Menu.

Check that all the connections are correct, then turn on the main unit’s power.

To stop system setup before it is completed, press the system setup button again. System setup can be stopped at any time. The changed settings are stored and the on-screen display turns off.

• If you make a mistake at a system setup setting, you can reset it by selecting the desired menu from the System Setup Menu screen.

Setting the crossover frequency and low frequency distribution when playing Dolby Digital and DTS signals

Select the “Crossover Frequency” mode.

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

Select the Frequency.

Select the “Subwoofer Mode”.

Select the setting.

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Enter the setting. The System Setup Menu reappears.

NOTES:

— Assignment of low frequency signal range —

• The only signals produced from the subwoofer channel are LFE signals (during playback of Dolby Digital or DTS signals) and the low frequency signal range of channels set to “Small” in the setup menu. The low frequency signal range of channels set to “Large” are produced from those channels.

— Crossover Frequency —

• When “Subwoofer” is set to “Yes” at the “Speaker Configuration Setting”, set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer (the crossover frequency).

• For speakers set to “Small”, sound with a frequency below the crossover frequency is cut, and the cut bass sound is output from the subwoofer instead. NOTE: For ordinary speaker systems, we recommend setting the crossover frequency to 80 Hz. When

using small speakers, however, setting the crossover frequency to a high frequency may improve frequency response for frequencies near the crossover frequency.

— Subwoofer mode —

• The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when “Large” is set for the front speakers and “Yes” is set for the subwoofer in the “Speaker Configuration” settings (see page 11).

• When the “LFE+MAIN” playback mode is selected, the low frequency signal range of channels set to “Large” are produced simultaneously from those channels and the subwoofer channel. In this playback mode, the low frequency range expand more uniformly through the room, but depending on the size and shape of the room, interference may result in a decrease of the actual volume of the low frequency range.

• Selection of the “LFE ” play mode will play the low frequency signal range of the channel selected with “Large” from that channel only. Therefore, the low frequency signal range that are played from the subwoofer channel are only the low frequency signal range of LFE (only during Dolby Digital or DTS signal playback) and the channel specified as “Small” in the setup menu.

• Select the play mode that provides bass reproduction with quantity.

• When the subwoofer is set to “Yes”, bass sound is output from the subwoofer regardless of the subwoofer mode setting in surround modes other than Dolby/DTS.

• In surround modes other than Dolby Digital and DTS, if the subwoofer is set to “YES”, the low frequency portion is always output to the subwoofer channel. For details, refer to “Surround Modes and Parameters” on page 34, 35.

• Input the distance between the listening position and the different speakers to set the delay time for the surround mode.

Setting the delay time

Preparations:

Measure the distances between the listening position and the speakers (L1 to L5 on the diagram at the right).

L1: Distance between center speaker and listening position L2: Distance between front speakers and listening position L3: Distance between surround speakers and listening position L4: Distance between surround back speakers and listening position L5: Distance between subwoofer and listening position

Center FRFL

Subwoofer

Listening position

SBRSBL

At the System Setup Menu select “Delay Time”.

Switch to the Delay Time screen.

Example: When “Meters” is selected

Select the desired unit, meters or feet. Select (darken) the desired units, “Meters” or “Feet”.

Once “Meter” or “Feet” is selected in Step 3, the Delay Time screen appears automatically.

Select the speaker to be set.

Example: When the distance is set to

3.6 m for the center speaker

Set the distance between the center speaker and listening position. The distance changes in units of 0.1 meters (1 foot) each time the button is pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance.

If “Yes” is selected for “Default”, the settings are automatically reset to the default values.

Please note that the difference of distance for every speaker should be 6.0 m (20 ft) or less. If you set an invalid distance, a CAUTION notice, such as screen right will appear. In this case, please relocate the blinking speaker(s) so that its distance is no larger than the value shown in highlighted line.

Enter the setting. The System Setup Menu reappears. The AVR-2803 automatically sets the optimum surround delay time for the listening room.

NOTES:

• If the distance unit is changed after the delay time is set, the settings are reset to the factory default values (see pages 10).

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• Use this setting to adjust so that the playback level between the different channels is equal.

•From the listening position, listen to the test tones produced from the speakers to adjust the level.

• The level can also be adjusted directly from the remote control unit. (For details, see page 28.)

Setting the channel level

At the System Setup Menu select “Channel Level”.

Switch to the Channel Level screen.

Select “Test Tone”.

Example: When the “Auto” mode is selected

Select the mode. Select “Auto” or “Manual”.

•Auto: Adjust the level while listening to the test tones produced automatically from the different speakers.

• Manual: Select the speaker from which you want to produce the test tone to adjust the level.

Select “Test Tone Start”.

Use the CURSOR left and right buttons to adjust all the speakers to the same volume. The volume can be adjusted between –12 dB and +12 dB in units of 0.5 dB.

Example: When the volume is set to

–11.5 dB while the test tone is being produced from the Front L-ch speaker

FL C FR SR SBR SBL SL SW

1spkr

2spkrs

When the surround back speaker setting is set to “1spkr” for “Speaker Configuration”, this is set to “SB”.

Select “Yes”.

a. If the “Auto” mode is selected:

Test tones are automatically emitted from the different speakers. The test tones are emitted from the different speakers in the following order, at 4-second intervals the first time and second time around, 2-second intervals the third time around and on:

Flashing

Example: When the volume is set to

–11.5 dB while the Front Lch speaker is selected

b. When the “Manual” mode is selected

Use the CURSOR up and down to select the speaker for which you want to output test tones, then use the CURSOR left and right to adjust so that the volume of the test tones from the various speakers is the same.

Flashing

After the above settings are completed, press the ENTER button. The “Channel Level” screen reappears.

To cancel the settings, select “Level Clear” and “Yes” on the “Channel Level” screen, then make the settings again.

The level of each channel should be adjusted to 75 dB (C-weighted, slow meter mode) on a sound level meter at the listening position. If a sound level meter is not available adjust the channels by ear so the sound levels are the same. Because adjusting the subwoofer level test tone by ear is difficult, use a well known music selection and adjust for natural balance.

NOTE: When adjusting the level of an active subwoofer system, you may also need to adjust the subwoofer’s

own volume control.

When you adjust the channel levels while in the SYSTEM SETUP CHANNEL LEVEL mode, the channel level adjustments made will affect ALL surround modes. Consider this mode a Master Channel Level adjustment mode. After you have completed the SYSTEM SETUP CHANNEL LEVEL adjustments, you can then activate the individual surround modes and adjust channel levels that will be remembered for each of those modes. Then, whenever you activate a particular surround sound mode, your preferred channel level adjustments for just that mode will be recalled. Check the instructions for adjusting channel levels within each surround mode on page 28. You can adjust the channel levels for each of the following surround modes: DIRECT, STEREO, DOLBY/DTS SURROUND, 5/7 CH STEREO, MONO MOVIE, ROCK ARENA, JAZZ CLUB, VIDEO GAME, MATRIX and VIRTUAL.

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• This setting assigns the digital input jacks of the AVR-2803 for the different input sources.

Setting the Digital In Assignment

At the System Setup Menu select “Digital In Assignment”.

Switch to the Digital In Assignment screen.

Select the digital input jack to be assigned to the input source.

•To select the input source

•To select the digital input jack Select “OFF” for input sources for which no digital input jacks are used.

If “Yes” is selected for “Default”, the settings are automatically reset to the default values.

NOTES:

• The OPTICAL 4 jacks on the AVR-2803’s rear panel are equipped with an optical digital output jack for recording digital signals on a CD recorder, MD recorder or other digital recorder. Use this for digital recording between a digital audio source (stereo - 2 channel) and a digital audio recorder.

• Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 4 OUT jack on the AVR-2803’s rear panel to any jack other than the OPTICAL 4 IN jack.

• “PHONO” and “TUNER” cannot be selected on the Digital In Assignment screen.

Enter the setting. The System Setup Menu reappears.

• This setting assigns the color difference (component) video input jacks of the AVR-2803 for the different input sources.

Setting the Video In Assignment

At the System Setup Menu select “Video In Assignment”.

Select the component (Y, PB/CB and PR/CR) video input terminal to be assigned to the input source.

q Input source selection w Component video terminal

selection

Select “NONE” for sources for which the component (Y, P

B/CB and PR/CR) video input is not to be used.

When the default, “Yes”, is selected, the settings are reset to the factory defaults.

ENTER the setting. The System Setup Menu reappears.

Switch to the Video In Assignment screen.

Sets the down-mixing method when not using a center speaker or surround speakers.

OFF: The dynamic range is not compressed. ON: The dynamic range is compressed automatically according to the combination of speakers being used.

Setting the Dolby Digital Setup

At the System Setup Menu select “Dolby Digital Setup” and press the ENTER button.

Select “ON” if you want to use the Compression, “OFF” if you do not want to use it.

Enter the setting. The System Setup Menu reappears.

NOTE:

When not using a center speaker or surround speakers, the sound is played from the front speakers. If the sound should seem distorted because the input level exceeds the allowable input for the front speakers, set “Compression” to “ON”.

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[1] Setting the power amplifier assignment

Make this setting to switch the power amplifier for the surround back channel to ZONE2. If ZONE2 is selected, the signal that selected at ZONE2 is output at “SURR. BACK/ZONE2 PREOUT” terminals.

Setting the ZONE2 Control

At the System Setup Menu select “Zone2 Control” and press the ENTER button.

The “Zone2 Control” screen appears. Select “Power Amp Assignment” and press the ENTER button.

Select “Surround Back” to use as the surround back channel, “Zone2” to use as Zone 2 out.

Enter the setting. At the “Zone2 Control” screen, select “Exit” and press the ENTER button. The System Setup Menu reappears.

When “Zone2” is selectedWhen “Surround Back” is selected

[2] Setting the Zone2 vol. level

Set the Zone 2 pre-out output level adjustment.

At the System Setup Menu select “Zone2 Control” and press the ENTER button.

The “Zone2 Control” screen appears. Select “Zone2 Vol. Level” and press the ENTER button.

Select the desired setting.

Variable:

The level can be adjusted freely using the buttons on the remote control unit.

0 dB, -40 dB:

The output level is fixed at the set level and the volume can no longer be adjusted.

Enter the setting. At the “Zone2 Control” screen, select “Exit” and press the ENTER button. The System Setup Menu reappears.

• Set the method of playback of the analog input signal connected to the Ext.In Subwoofer.

Setting the Ext. In Subwoofer Level

At the System Setup Menu select “Ext.In Subwoofer Level”.

Switch to the Ext.In Subwoofer Level screen.

Select the desired setting.

Select according to the specifications of the player being used. Also refer to the player’s operating instructions. +15dB (default) recommended. (0, +5, +10 and +15 can be selected.)

Enter the setting. The System Setup Menu reappears.

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The surround mode used at last for the three types of input signals shown below is stored in the memory, and the signal is automatically played with that surround mode the next time it is input. Note that the surround mode setting is also stored separately for the different input sources.

q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals w 2-channel signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other multi-channel format e Multi-channel signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other multi-channel format

Setting the Auto Surround Mode

At the System Setup Menu select “Auto Surround Mode” and press the ENTER button.

Select “ON” if you want to use the auto surround mode, “OFF” if you do not want to use it.

Enter the setting. The System Setup Menu reappears.

• Use this to turn the on-screen display (messages other than the menu screens) on or off.

Setting the on screen display (OSD)

At the System Setup Menu select “On Screen Display” and press the ENTER button.

Select “ON” or “OFF”.

Enter the setting. The System Setup Menu reappears.

• Sets the Trigger Out output for the different input sources.

Setting the Trigger Out Setup

At the System Setup Menu select “Trigger Out Setup”.

Switch to the Trigger Out Setup screen.

Select the input source and select “ON” or “OFF”.

Enter the setting. The System Setup Menu reappears.

Use this to automatically search for FM broadcasts and store up to 40 stations at preset channels A1 to 8, B1 to 8, C1 to 8, D1 to 8 and E1 to 8.

NOTE:

• If an FM station cannot be preset automatically due to poor reception, use the “Manual tuning” operation to tune in the station, then preset it using the manual “Preset memory” operation.

Auto tuner preset

At the System Setup Menu select “Auto Tuner Presets”.

Press the ENTER button. The “Auto Preset Memory” screen appears.

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Use the CURSOR button to select “Yes”. “Search” flashes on the screen and searching begins. “Completed” appears once searching is completed. The display automatically switches to screen.

• The system setup settings can be locked so that they cannot be changed easily.

Protecting the setting

At the System Setup Menu select “Setup Lock”.

Switch to the Setup Lock screen.

Select “ON”, to lock the system setup settings.

Press the ENTER button to finalize the setting and exit the system setup mode. When the setup lock function is activated, the settings listed below cannot be changed, and “Setup Locked” is displayed when related buttons are operated.

• System setup settings

• Surround parameter settings

•Tone control settings

• Channel level settings (including test tones)

To unlock, press the System Setup button again and display the Setup Lock screen, then select “OFF” and press “ENTER”.

System setup is complete. Once these settings are made, there is no need to change them unless different AV components are connected or the speakers are repositioned.

This button can be pressed at any time during the system setup process to complete the process.

After completing system setup

At the System Setup Menu, press the SYSTEM SETUP button.

The changed settings are entered and the on-screen display turns off.

• On-screen display signals

Signals input to the AVR-2803 On-screen display signal output

VIDEO signal input

jack (yellow)

S-video signal

input jack

VIDEO MONITOR OUT video

signal output jack (yellow)

S-video MONITOR OUT video

signal output jack

(C: Signal

No signal)(

: On-screen signals output

On-screen signals not output)

NOTES:

• The on-screen display signals are not output from the color difference (component) video signal MONITOR OUT jacks.

• For 4 above, the on-screen display signals are output to the VIDEO MONITOR OUT video signal output jack (yellow) if the monitor TV is not connected to the S-video MONITOR OUT video signal output jack.

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

NOTES:

• 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 pulse-type noise nearby may result in malfunction, so keep the set as far away from such devices as possible.

Approx. 7 m

30°

Using the remote control unit

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

• The included remote control unit (RC-924) can be used to operate not only the AVR-2803 but other remote control compatible DENON components as well. In addition, the memory contains the control signals for other remote control units, so it can be used to operate non-Denon remote control compatible products.

Inserting the batteries

q Remove the remote control unit’s rear cover.

w Set three R6P/AA batteries in the battery

compartment in the indicated direction.

e Put the rear cover back on.

Notes on Batteries

• Use R6P/AA batteries in the remote control unit.

• The batteries should be replaced with new ones approximately once a year, though this depends on the frequency of usage.

• Even if less than a year has passed, replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unit is operated nearby the set. (The included battery is only for verifying operation. Replace it with a new battery as soon as possible.)

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

•To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:

• Do not use a new battery together with an old

one.

• Do not use two different types of batteries.

• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or

dispose of batteries in flames.

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

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

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

Operating DENON audio components

Use the mode selector buttons to select the component you want to operate.

The function will change one step in the sequence described below each time the MODE SELECT button is pressed.

Operate the audio component.

• For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions. It may not be possible to operate some models.

1. CD player (CD) system buttons 2. Tape deck (TAPE) system buttons

6, 7 : Manual search (forward and reverse)

2 : Stop 1 : Play

8, 9 : Auto search (to beginning of track)

3 : Pause

DISC SKIP + : (for CD changers only)

6 : Rewind 7 :Fast forward

2 : Stop 1 : Forward play 3 : Pause 0 : Reverse play

A/B : Switch between sides A and B

3. MD recorder (MD), CD recorder (CDR) system buttons

6, 7 : Manual search (forward and reverse)

2 : Stop 1 : Play

8, 9 : Auto search (to beginning of track)

3 : Pause

Default setting = CDR

4. Tuner system buttons

TUNING +, – : Tuning up/down

BAND : Switch between AM and FM bands

MODE : Switch between AUTO and MANUAL

MEMORY : Preset memory

SHIFT : Switch preset channel range

CHANNEL +, – : Preset channel up/down

The tuner can be operated in the amplifier (CD, CDR/MD, or TAPE) mode.

CD CDR/MD TAPE

DVD/VDP

ZONE2 TV DBS/CABLE VCR

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The included remote control unit can be used to operate devices of different brands by registering the preset number corresponding to the brand of your device. For some models the remote control unit or the device may not operate properly. In this case, use the learning function (page 20) to store your device’s remote control signals in the included remote control unit.

Preset memory

Press the power ON/SOURCE button and the OFF button at the same time.

• The LEARNED/TX indicator flashes.

Referring to the included List of Preset Codes, use the number buttons to input the preset code (a 4-digit number) for the manufacturer of the component whose signals you want to store in the memory.

456

789

When stored correctly, the mode button and the LEARNED/TX indicator will light.

To store the codes of another component in the memory, repeat steps 1 to 4.

Press the mode button of the equipment that is to be entered to a preset memory.

• The mode button flashes.

NOTES:

• Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function cannot be used for some models, even if they are of makes listed on the included list of preset codes.

• Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote control code. Refer to the included list of preset codes to change the number and check it out.

• The preset memory can be set for one component only among the following: CDR/MD, DVD/VDP

and DBS/CABLE.

The preset codes are as follows upon shipment from the factory and after resetting:

TV, VCR......................................................................HITACHI

CD, TAPE...................................................................DENON

CDR/MD ....................................................................DENON (CDR)

DVD/VDP ...................................................................DENON (DVD)

DBS/CABLE ...............................................................ABC (CABLE)

DVD preset codes

Model No.

DVD-900 DVD-1000 DVD-1500 DVD-2800 DVD-3800 DVD-A1

DVD-800 DVD-1600 DVD-2000 DVD-2500 DVD-3000 DVD-3300

0000 0001

Operating a component stored in the preset memory

Press the mode selector button for the component you want to operate.

NOTE:

• For the DVD player remote control buttons, function names may differ according to manufactuer. Compare with the remote control operation of the various components.

Operate the component.

• For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.

Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit.

1. Digital video disc player (DVD, DVD SETUP) system buttons

POWER : Power on/standby

(ON/SOURCE)

6,7 : Manual search

(forward and reverse)

2 : Stop 1 : Play

8,9 : Auto search

(to beginning of track)

3 : Pause

0 ~ 9, +10 : 10 key

DISC SKIP + : Disc skip

(for DVD changer only)

DISPLAY : Display

MENU : Menu

RETURN : Return

SETUP : Setup ENTER : Enter setting

•, ª,

0, 1

: Cursor up, down, left

and right

2. Video disc player (VDP) system buttons

POWER : Power on/standby

(ON/SOURCE)

6,7 : Manual search

(forward and reverse)

2 : Stop 1 : Play

8,9 : Auto search (cue)

3 : Pause

0~9, +10 : 10 key

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3. Video deck (VCR) system buttons

POWER : Power on/standby

(ON/SOURCE)

6,7 : Manual search

(forward and reverse)

2 : Stop 1 : Play 3 : Pause

Channel +, – : Channels

4. Monitor TV (TV), digital broadcast satellite (DBS) tuner and cable (CABLE) system buttons

POWER : Power on/standby

(ON/SOURCE)

MENU : Menu

•, ª,

0, 1

: Cursor up, down,

left and right

ENTER : Enter

CHANNEL : Switch channels

+, –

0~9, +10 : Channels

TV/VCR : Switch between TV

and video player

TV VOL +, – : Volume up/down

DISPLAY : Switch display RETURN : Return

NOTES:

• For this CD, CDR, MD and TAPE components, buttons can be operated in the same way as for Denon audio components.

• The television can be operated in the DVD/VDP, VCR and TV modes.

If your AV component is not a DENON product or if it cannot be operated using the preset memory, it can be controlled with the included remote control unit by storing its remote control signals in the remote control unit. For some remote control signals it is not possible to “learn” the signals or the device will not operate properly. In such cases use the remote control unit included with the device to operate it.

Learning function

Press the USE/LEARN button with the tip of a pen etc., to set the learn mode.

• Both the mode selector buttons and LEARNED/TX indicator flash.

Press the mode button of the equipment for which learning is desired.

• Mode button and LEARNED/TX indicator flash.

1, 3, 7

Press the button that is to be learned. The LEARNED/TX indicator stops flashing and the mode button lights.

• Mode button and LEARNED/TX indicator flashed if a button that cannot be “learned” is pressed.

•To cancel, press the USE/LEARN button.

Point the remote control units directly at each other and press and hold in the button on the other remote control unit which you want to “learn”.

Other remote control unit

To “learn” other buttons, repeat steps 2 to 5.

Once the learning operation is completed, press the USE/LEARN button again. The mode button and the LEARNED/TX indicator stop flashing and the learning mode is cancelled.

Flashes

The mode button and the LEARNED/TX indicator lights, release the button on the other remote control unit.

• The mode button and the LEARNED/TX indicator start flashing again.

Check that the stored codes work properly.

NOTES:

• If the codes could not be stored, the LEARNED/TX indicator start flashing rapidly. For limited number of models, codes cannot be stored in RC-924.

• If the mode button and LEARNED/TX indicator start flashing rapidly, this means that the memory is already full, and the code you have just attempted to store was not stored. To “learn” that code, first perform the resetting operation. (See page 22.)

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The accessorious remote control unit is equipped with “system call” function allowing a series of remote control signals to be transmitted by pressing a single button. This function can be used for example to turn on the amplifier’s power, select the input source, turn on the monitor TV’s power, turn on the source component’s power and set the source to the play mode, all at the touch of a button.

System call

Press the power ON/SOURCE button and the OFF button at the same time.

• The LEARNED/TX indicator flashes.

Press the CALL 1 button.

• The mode selector buttons and LEARNED/TX indicator flash.

2, 6

(1) System call buttons

Up to 10 signals each can be stored at the “CALL1” and “CALL2” buttons.

(2) Storing system call signals

Press the mode buttons of the equipment that is to be registered to System Call.

Press the buttons whose remote control signals you want to store one by one.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 to register the desired buttons.

Press the CALL1 or CALL2 button and register System Call.

NOTES:

• The remote control signals for the buttons pressed while storing the system call signals are transmitted when the buttons are pressed, so cover the remote sensor or take other measures so that the components do not operate while the signals are being stored.

• The mode button and LEARNED/TX indicator flashing rapidly if you have already stored the maximum number of signals.

Press the button at which the system call signals have been stored.

• The stored signals are transmitted successively.

(3) Using the system call function

Punch Through

(1) Punch through button

Buttons used in the CD, CDR/MD, TAPE, DVD/VDP, and VCR modes can be assigned to the buttons shown on the diagram at the right which are not normally used in the TV and DBS/CABLE modes. For example, when the CD mode is set to the punch through mode in the TV mode, the CD mode’s PLAY, STOP, MANUAL SEARCH, AUTO SEARCH, PAUSE and DISC SKIP buttons’ signals are sent in the TV mode.

(1)

Press the power ON/SOURCE button and the OFF button at the same time.

• The LEARNED/TX indicator flashes.

Press the 1 (play) button.

• TV and DBS/CABLE mode buttons and LEARNED/TX indicator flash.

(2) Making the punch through setting

Press the mode button of the equipment for which Punch Through is to be set.

• The CD, CDR/MD, TAPE, DVD/VDP, and VCR mode buttons and LEARNED/TX indicator will flash.

Press the mode button of the equipment that is to be punched through.

• The mode button that was set will light.

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Resetting

Press the USE/LEARN button with the tip of a pen, etc., to set the learn mode.

• The mode selector buttons and LEARNED/TX indicator flash.

Press the mode button of the equipment that is to be reset.

• Mode button and LEARNED/TX indicator flash.

(1) Resetting “learned” buttons

2, 3

1, 4

Hold for 4 seconds or longer the mode button of the equipment that is to be reset and the ON/SOURCE button.

• The mode button and the LEARNED/TX indicator will again flash, and the learned remote control signal of the selected equipment will be deleted.

Press the USE/LEARN button.

Flashes

Press the power ON/SOURCE button and the OFF button at the same time.

• The LEARNED/TX indicator flashes.

Press the 1 (play) button.

• TV and DBS/CABLE mode buttons and LEARNED/TX indicator flash.

(2) Resetting the punch through setting

3, 4

Press the mode button of the equipment (TV or DBS/CABLE) that is to be reset.

• The CD, CDR/MD, TAPE, DVD/VDP, and VCR mode buttons and LEARNED/TX indicator will flash.

Press the mode button of the equipment that is to be reset again.

• During the resetting operation, the selected mode button and the LEARNED/TX indicator will light; they will return to steady state upon completion.

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OPERATION

3 4

Before operating

Refer to “CONNECTIONS” (pages 4 to 8) and check that all connections are correct.

Select “AMP mode” using the TAPE, CDR/MD or CD button. (only when operating with the remote control unit)

ON/STANDBY

Lights

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

• ¢ ON/STANDBY

The power turns on and “ON/STANDBY” indicator is light. Several seconds are required from the time the power operation switch is set to the “¢ ON/STANDBY” position until sound is output. This is due to the built-in muting circuit that prevents noise when the power switch is turned on and off. Set the power operation switch to this position to turn the power on and off from the included remote control unit (RC-924).

• £ OFF

The power turns off and “ON/STANDBY” indicator is off. In this position, the power cannot be turned on and off from the remote control unit (RC-

924).

Turn on the power. Press the POWER operation switch (button).

(Remote control unit)

The front speakers switch as shown below each time the FRONT SPEAKER button is pressed.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

FRONT A FRONT B

FRONT A+B

115

2 3

Playing the input source

Select the input source to be played.

Example: CD

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

FUNCTION

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

AUTO PCM DTS

• Selecting the external input (EXT. IN) mode Press the EXT. IN (on the EXT. IN button on the remote control unit) to switch the external input.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

• Selecting the AUTO, PCM and DTS modes The mode switches as shown below each time the INPUT MODE button is pressed.

Input mode selection function

Different input modes can be selected for the different input sources. The selected input modes for the separate input sources are stored in the memory. q AUTO (auto mode)

In this mode, the types of signals being input to the digital and analog input jacks for the selected input source are detected and the program in the AVR2803’s surround decoder is selected automatically upon playback. This mode can be selected for all input sources other than PHONO and TUNER. The presence or absence of digital signals is detected, the signals input to the digital input jacks are identified and decoding and playback are performed automatically in DTS, Dolby Digital or PCM (2 channel stereo) format. If no digital signal is being input, the analog input jacks are selected. Use this mode to play Dolby Digital signals.

w PCM (exclusive PCM signal playback mode)

Decoding and playback are only performed when PCM signals are being input. Note that noise may be generated when using this mode to play signals other than PCM signals.

e DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback mode)

Decoding and playback are only performed when DTS signals are being input.

r ANALOG (exclusive analog audio signal playback

mode) The signals input to the analog input jacks are decoded and played.

t EXT. IN (external decoder input jack selection mode)

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

NOTE:

• Note that noise will be output when CDs or LDs recorded in DTS format are played in the “PCM” (exclusive PCM signal playback) or “ANALOG” (exclusive PCM signal playback) mode. Select the AUTO or DTS mode when playing signals recorded in DTS from a laser disc player or CD player.

(Main unit)

Select the input mode.

• Selecting the analog mode Press the ANALOG button to switch to the analog input.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

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Note on playing a source encorded with DTS

• Noise may be generated at the beginning of playback and while searching during DTS playback in the AUTO mode. If so, play in the DTS mode.

Select the play mode.

Example: Stereo

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

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 on page 13 or page 28, 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 adjustment range is “18 dB — (Maximum value of channel level)”.)

Input mode when playing DTS sources

• Noise will be output if DTS-compatible CDs or LDs are played in the “ANALOG” or “PCM” mode. When playing DTS-compatible sources, be sure to connect the source component to the digital input jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) and set the input mode to “DTS”.

Start playback on the selected component.

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

Adjust the volume.

MASTER VOLUME

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

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

SELECT

To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, channel volume or tone control, press the surround mode button then operate the selector.

(Main unit)

Input mode display

ANALOGDIGITAL

DIGITAL

ANALOG

AUTO

INPUT

PCM DTS

AUTO

INPUT

PCM DTS

AUTO

INPUT

PCM DTS

AUTO

INPUT

PCM DTS

• In the AUTO mode

• In the DIGITAL PCM mode

• In the DIGITAL DTS mode

• In the ANALOG mode

One of these lights, depending on the input signal.

Input signal display

SIGNAL

DIGITAL

SIGNAL

• DOLBY DIGITAL

• DTS

• PCM

The indicator lights when digital signals are being input properly. If the indicator does not light, check whether the digital input component setup (page 14) and connections are correct and whether the component’s power is turned on.

DIGITAL

NOTE:

•The indicator will light when playing CD-ROMs containing data other than audio signals, but no sound will be heard.

DIGITAL

Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) jacks

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

NOTES:

• In play modes other than the external input mode, the signals connected to these jacks cannot be played. In addition, signals cannot be output from channels not connected to the input jacks.

• 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.

Set the external input (EXT. IN) mode. Press the EXT. IN to switch the external input.

Once this is selected, the input signals connected to the FL (front left), FR (front right), C (center), SL (surround left), SR (surround right), SBL (surround back left) and SBR (surround back right) channels of the EXT. IN jacks are output directly to the front (left and right), center, surround (left and right) and surround back (left and right) speaker systems as well as the pre-out jacks without passing through the surround circuitry. In addition, the signal input to the SW (subwoofer) jack is output to the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Cancelling the external input mode To cancel the external input (EXT. IN) setting, press the input mode (AUTO, PCM, DTS) or ANALOG button to switch to the desired input mode. (See page 23.)

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

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Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs)

The AVR-2803 is equipped with two 2-channel playback modes exclusively for music. Select the mode to suit your tastes.

DIRECT mode

Use this mode to achieve good quality 2channel sound while watching images. In this mode, the audio signals bypass such circuits as the tone circuit and are transmitted directly, resulting in good quality sound.

(Remote control unit)

STEREO mode

Use this mode to adjust the tone and achieve the desired sound while watching images.

(Remote control unit)

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BASS TREBLE

[1] Adjusting the sound quality (TONE)

• The tone control function will not work in the Direct mode.

• The tone control setting only affects the front speakers.

• If the tone control function is used, the main volume cannot be adjusted up to 18 dB. (The maximum main volume level differs in the different surround modes.)

After starting playback

The tone switches as follows each time the TONE CONTROL button is pressed.

(Main unit)

With the name of the volume to be adjusted selected, turn the SELECT knob to adjust the level.

SELECT

(Main unit)

•To increase the bass or treble: Turn the control

clockwise. (The bass or treble sound can be increased to up to +10 dB in steps of 2 dB.)

•To decrease the bass or treble: Turn the

control counterclockwise. (The bass or treble sound can be decreased to up to –10 dB in steps of 2 dB.)

If you do not want the bass and treble to be adjusted, turn on the tone defeat mode.

(Main unit)

The signals do not pass through the bass and treble adjustment circuits, providing higher quality sound.

[2] Listening over headphones

Use this to turn off the audio output temporarily. Press the MUTING button.

Cancelling MUTING mode. Press the MUTING button again or adjust the main volume level.

(Remote control unit)

Plug the headphones’ plug into the jack.

Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack.

The pre-out output (including the speaker output) is automatically turned off when headphones are connected.

NOTE:

To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using headphones.

[3] Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)

Simulcast playback Use this switch to monitor a video source other than the audio source. Press the VIDEO SELECT button, turn the FUNCTION knob until the desired source appears on the display.

111

[4]

Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image

Cancelling simulcast playback.

• Select “SOURCE” using the VIDEO SELECT button and the FUNCTION knob.

• Switch the program source to the component connected to the video input.

(Main unit)

FUNCTION

IN=V SOURCE

Display

PHONES

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[5]

Checking the currently playing program source, etc.

Using the dimmer function

• Use this to change the brightness of the display. The display brightness changes in four steps (bright, medium, dim and off) by pressing the main unit’s DIMMER button repeatedly.

On screen display

• Each time an operation is performed, a description of that operation appears on the display connected to the unit’s VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack. Also, the unit’s operating status can be checked during playback by pressing the remote control unit’s ON SCREEN/DISPLAY button. Such information as the position of the input selector and the surround parameter settings is output in sequence.

Front panel display

• Descriptions of the unit’s operations are also displayed on the front panel display. In addition, the display can be switched to check the unit’s operating status while playing a source by pressing the STATUS button.

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

22,4

[1] Playing one source while recording another (REC OUT mode)

Multi-source recording/playback

Press the ZONE2/REC button.

(Main unit)

Display

NOTES:

• Recording sources other than digital inputs selected in the REC OUT mode are also output to the Zone 2 preout jacks.

• Digital signals are not output from the REC SOURCE or audio output jacks.

With “RECOUT SOURCE” displayed, turn the FUNCTION knob to select the source you wish to record.

• The “REC” indicator and the indicator of the selected source light.

FUNCTION

(Main unit)

Set the recording mode.

• For operating instructions, refer to the manual of the component on which you want to record.

To cancel, turn the function knob and select “SOURCE”.

• When “SOURCE” is selected, the “REC” indicator turns off.

FUNCTION

(Main unit)

VCR -1 -2 V.AUX / TAPE

PHONO CD TUNER DVD / VDP TV / DBS

REC

RECOUT SOURCE

[2] Outputting a program source to an amplifier, etc., in a different room (ZONE2 mode)

Press the ZONE2/REC button.

(Main unit)

Display

NOTES:

• The signals of the source selected in the ZONE2 mode are also output from the VCR-1, VCR-2 and CDR/TAPE recording output jacks.

• Digital signals are not output from the ZONE2 audio output jacks.

With “ZONE2 SOURCE” displayed, turn the FUNCTION knob and select the source you wish to output.

• The “MULTI” indicator and the indicator of the selected source light.

FUNCTION

(Main unit)

Start playing the source to be output.

• For operating instructions, refer to the manuals of the respective components.

VCR -1 -2 V.AUX / TAPE

PHONO CD TUNER DVD / VDP TV / DBS

MULTI

ZONE2 SOURCE

33,5

To cancel, turn the function knob and select “SOURCE”.

• When “SOURCE” is selected, the “MULTI” indicator turns off.

FUNCTION

(Main unit)

Press the ZONE2 button.

(Main unit)

Light

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The output level of the ZONE 2 OUT terminals can be controlled using the VOLUME + and - buttons on the remote control unit.

The output level of ZONE 2 OUT can be controlled only if ZONE2 vol. level is set “Variable” at Zone2 Control in System Setup Menu. (See page 16)

(Remote Control unit)

Press the input source button.

• The ZONE2 source switches directly.

[3] Remote control unit operations during multi-source playback (selecting the input source)

This operation is possible when ZONE2 mode is selected. This operation is not possible in the REC OUT mode.

Select “ZONE2” using the ZONE 2 button.

(Remote Control unit)

Press the ZONE2 “ON” button.

To cancel the ZONE2 mode. Press the ZONE2 “OFF” button.

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(Remote Control unit)

DEFAULT SETTING (ZONE2 VOLUME LEVEL) : - - - dB (MINIMUM)

When the ZONE2 SOURCE function is set to TUNER, the preset channel can be selected using the CHANNEL + and - buttons on the remote control unit.

(Remote Control unit)

The main zone output can be turned on and off with the “MAIN ON/OFF” button.

MULTI ZONE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

• When the outputs of the “ZONE 2” OUT terminals are wired and connected to integrated amplifiers installed in other rooms, different sources can be played in rooms other than the main zone in which this unit and the playback devices are installed. (Refer to ZONE 2 on the diagram below.)

• ZONE 2 SPEAKER OUT can be used when “ZONE2” is selected at System Setup Menu “Power Amp Assignment”. In this case, Surround Back Speaker OUT cannot be used for MAIN ZONE. (See page 15.)

Multi-zone playback with multi-source

NOTES:

• For the AUDIO output, use high quality pin-plug cords and wire in such a way that there is no humming or noise.

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

2 MULTI ZONE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (When using PREOUT)

AVR-2803

ZONE 2 MAIN ZONE

INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER

ZONE 2 AUDIO signal cable

SPEAKER cable

Refer to CONNECTIONS on pages 4 to 8.

2 MULTI ZONE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (When using SPEAKER OUT)

AVR-2803

SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-924

ZONE 2 MAIN ZONE

SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-924

ZONE 2 SPEAKER cable

SPEAKER cable

Refer to CONNECTIONS on pages 4 to 8.

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SURROUND

Before playing with the surround function

• Before playing with the surround function, be sure to use the test tones to adjust the playback level from the different speakers. This adjustment can be performed with the system setup (see page 13) or from the remote control unit, as described below.

• Adjusting with the remote control unit using the test tones is only possible in the “Auto” mode and only effective in the DOLBY/DTS SURROUND modes. The adjusted levels for the different modes are automatically stored in the memory.

1, 3

Press the TEST TONE button.

• After adjusting using the test tones, adjust the channel levels either according to the playback sources or to suit your tastes, as described below.

FL C FR SR SBR SBL

SLSW

FADER

Select the speaker whose level you want to adjust.

(Remote control unit)

Test tones are output from the different speakers. Use the channel volume adjust buttons to adjust so that the volume of the test tones is the same for all the speakers.

(Remote control unit)

After completing the adjustment, press the TEST TONE button again.

(Remote control unit)

The channel switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

Adjust the level of the selected speaker.

(Remote control unit)

When the surround back speaker setting is set to “1spkr” for “Speaker Configuration”, this is set to “SB”.

NOTES:

• The adjustment range for the different channels is +12 dB to –12 dB.

• The sound from the subwoofer can be cut by lowering the SW (subwoofer) setting one step from –12 dB (setting it to “OFF”).

The channel whose channel level is adjusted lowest can be faded to –12 dB using the fader function. If the channel levels are adjusted separately after adjusting the fader, the fader adjustment values are cleared, so adjust the fader again.

Fader function

• This function makes it possible to lower the volume of the front channels (FL, C and FR) or the rear channels (SL, SR, SBL and SBR) together. Use it for example to adjust the balance of the sound from the different positions when playing multi-channel music sources.

Select “FADER”.

This is only displayed when setting the fader control.

FL C FR SR SBR SBL

SLSW

FADER

(Remote control unit)

The channel switches in the order shown below each time this button is pressed.

Press the 0 button to reduce the volume of the front channels, the 1 button to reduce the volume of the rear channels.

(Remote control unit)

The fader function does not affect the SW channel.

Dolby Surround Pro Logic IImode

Select the Dolby Surround Pro Logic II mode.

• The Dolby Pro Logic indicator lights.

Light

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

1 3, 5 1, 4, 6

SELECT

4, 5, 6

Display

The Dolby Surround Pro Logic II 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 mode.

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Play a program source with the mark.

• For operating instructions, refer to the manuals of the respective components.

NOTES:

• There are four Dolby Surround Pro Logic modes (NORMAL, PHANTOM, WIDE and 3 STEREO). The AVR2803 sets the mode automatically according to the types of speakers set during the system setup process (page 11).

• Dolby Surround Pro Logic II is a mode in which 2-channel sources are expanded into 5.1 channels. To output a surround back channel in this mode, set the “SB CH OUT” surround parameter to “NON MTRX”.

Set the surround parameter mode.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

MODE cinema

Display

The on-screen display differs according to whether the operation is performed from the main unit or the remote control unit.

Select the play mode.

SELECT

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Display

MODE cinema MODE music MODE DOLBY PL

Select the various parameters. (See “Surround parameters q” for a description of the various parameters.)

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

MODE DOLBY PL

CINEMA EQ

MODE CINEMA

CINEMA EQ

MODE MUSIC

PANORAMA

DIMENSION

CENTER WIDTH

When set with the on-screen display using the remote control unit while in the MUSIC mode, set the “ ” mark to “OPTION

”

using the • and ª cursor buttons, then press the

cursor button. Press the ENTER button to return to the previous screen.

Set the various surround parameters.

SELECT

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

When the surround parameters are set using the buttons on the main unit, stop operating buttons after completing the settings. The settings are automatically finalized and the normal display reappears after several seconds.

When the settings are made using the buttons on the remote control unit, press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to finish.

This is the screen when operated with the remote control unit.

Surround parameters q Pro Logic II Mode:

The Cinema mode is for use with stereo television shows and all programs encoded in Dolby Surround. The Music mode is recommended as the standard mode for autosound music systems (no video), and is optional for A/V systems. The Dolby PL mode offers the same robust surround processing as original Pro Logic in case the source contents is not of optimum quality. Select one of the modes (“Cinema”, “Music” or “Dolby PL”).

Panorama Control:

This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting “wraparound” effect with side wall imaging. Select “OFF” or “ON”.

Dimension Control:

This control gradually adjust the soundfield either towards the front or towards the rear. The control can be set in 7 steps from 0 to 6.

Center Width Control:

This control adjust the center image so it may be heard only from the center speaker; only from the left/right speakers as a phantom image; or from all three front speakers to varying degrees. The control can be set in 8 steps from 0 to 7.

DTS NEO:6 mode

Select the DTS NEO:6 mode.

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SELECT

4, 5, 6

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.

• Surround playback can be performed for the analog input and PCM digital input 2-channel signals.

Play a program source.

Set the surround parameter mode.

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This is the screen when operated with the remote control unit.

ENGLISH

Select the play mode.

SELECT

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Display

MODE cinema MODE music

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5, 6

Dolby Digital mode (only with digital input) and DTS Surround mode (only with digital input)

Playback with digital input

Select the input source.

q Select an input source set to digital

(COAXIAL/OPTICAL) (see page 14).

FUNCTION

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w Set the input mode to “AUTO” or “DTS”.

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Select the various parameters. (See “Surround parameters e” on page 34 for a description of the various parameters.)

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NOTE:

• When “Default” is selected and the

cursor button is pressed, “MODE” and “TONE” are automatically

reset to the default values and “CINEMA EQ” is set to “OFF”.

Set the various surround parameters.

SELECT

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When the settings are made using the buttons on the remote control unit, press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to finish.

Select the Dolby/DTS Surround mode.

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When performing this operation from the main unit’s panel, press the SURROUND MODE button, then turn the SELECT knob and select Dolby Pro logic II or DTS NEO:6.

SELECT

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Play a program source with the , mark.

DIGITAL

• The DTS indicator lights when playing DTS sources.

Light

SIGNAL DETECT

• The SIGNAL DETECT indicator lights

when playing 6.1-channel surround sources containing the identification signal.

• The Dolby Digital indicator lights when playing Dolby Digital sources.

Light

Operate the SURROUND BACK button to switch Surround Back CH ON/OFF.

When the SIGNAL DETECT indicator is lit, we recommend turning the surround back channel using the SURROUND BACK button on the remote control unit and main unit during playback. To use DTS 96/24 sources with the optimum system, we recommend turning the surround back channel off.

SURROUND

BACK CH OUTPUT

• Lights when the Surround Back CH is on

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Light

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