Denon AVR-2803-983 User Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-2803/983

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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• We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-2803/983.

• To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-2803/983 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"

• SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING:

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

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION

POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTERODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU

FOND.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-

SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an

equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within

the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient

magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is

intended to alert the user to the presence of important

operating and maintenance {servicing) instructions in

the literature accompanying the appliance.

This device complies with Par[ 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful

interference, and (2} this device must accept any interference recewed, including interference that may cause undesired operation

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian

Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations

Get appareil numebque de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Reglement sur le matebel brouilleur du Canada

• NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L'UTILISATION

• Avoid high temperatures Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when

installed on a rack

• Evter des temperatures 6levees Tenir compte d'une disperson de chaleur

suffisante lots de I'installation sur une _tag_re

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

• Manipuler le cordon d'alimentation avec pr6caution Tenir la prise lots du d@blanchement du cordon

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

• Proteger ]'appareil contre I'humidit6, I'eau et

lapoussiere

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

• Debrancher le cordon d'alimentation Iorsque

I'appareil n'est pas utilise pendant de Iongues

periodes

* (For sets with ventilation holes)

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes

• Ne pas obstruer les trous d'a6ration

• DO not let fore gn obiects in the set

• Ne pas laisser des objets 6trangers darts I'appareil

• DO not let [nsecticdes, benzene, and thinner come in contact wth the set

• Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides, du benzene et un diluant avec I'appareil

• Never disassemble or modify the set in any

way

• Ne iamais d_monter ou modifier I'appareil d'une mani_re ou d'une autre

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions

should be read before the product is operated.

Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions

should be retained for future reference.

Heed Warnings - All warnings on the product and in the

operating instructions should be adhered to.

Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.

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

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

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

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

manufacturer.

A product and cart combination should be

moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,

and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart

combination to overturn.

10.

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

the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.

11.

Power Sources - This product should be operated only from the

type of power source indicated on the marking label, if you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your

product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the

operating instructions.

12.

Grounding or Polarization - This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your

obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

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

they exit from the product.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection

against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810

of the National Electrical Code, ANSl/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an

antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location

of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes,

and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

16. Lightning - For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and

disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges.

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

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

fire or electric shock.

19.

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

this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or

electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

20.

Servicing - Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous

voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified

service personnel

21.

Damage Requiring Service - Unplug this product from the

wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel

under the following conditions:

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

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

product,

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

d) If the product does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an _mproper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation,

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

f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance

- this indicates a need for service.

22. Replacement Parts - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics

as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to

determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The product should be mounted to a

wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

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

NEC._ATIONALELECTR_CALCODE

{NEC ART 25& PART H}

• INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-2803/983 Digital A / V Surround Receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide

superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as weft as providing outstanding high fidefity 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 ............................................................................................... 4

Cautions on Installation ............................................................................... 4

Cautions on Handling .................................................................................. 5

Features ...................................................................................................... 5

Connections .......................................................................................... 6~13

Part Names and Functions .................................................................. 14, 15

Setting up the system ........................................................................ 16~30

Remote Control Unit ........................................................................... 31-40

Operation ............................................................................................ 41-48

Surround ............................................................................................. 49~54

DSP Surround Simulation ................................................................... 55~60

Ustening to the Radio ......................................................................... 61~63

Last Function Memory .............................................................................. 63

Initialization of the Microprocessor ........................................................... 63

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................... 64

Additional Information ......................................................................... 65~74

Specifications ............................................................................................ 75

• ACCESSORIES

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

_ Operating instructions I _2_Warranty ( for North America model only ).................... 1 C._Service station list ........... 1

C5_R6P/AA batteries ............. 3 _6)AM loop antenna .................. I _ FM indoor antenna 1

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[] BEFORE USING

Pay attention to the following before using this unit:

• Moving the set TOprevent 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,

(4) Remote Control unit

(RC-924) ..................... 1

[] CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION

Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated if this unit or

any other electronic equipment using microprocessors is used near a tuner or TV.

If this happens, take the following steps:

• install this unit as far 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 _/ohms feeder wires. We recommend using

outdoor antennas and 75 £2/ohms coaxial cables.

For heat dispersal, leave at least 4 inch/10 cm of space between

the top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other components.

4 inch/10 cm or more

[] CAUTIONS ON HANDLING

• 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 jack 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.

[] 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-2803/983 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 multi-channel mode on the AVR-2803/983 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-2803/983 can be decoded with DTS-ES Extended Surround,

a new multi-channel format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc.

The AVR-2803/983 can be also decoded with DTS Neo:6, a surround

mode allowing 6.f-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 wide-range, high fidelity surround sound. Dolby Digital is the default digital audio delivery system for

DVD and North American DTV.

6. Dolby Pro Logic I1 decoder Dolby Pro Logic I[ 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.

• Whenever the power switch is in the STANDBY state, the

apparatus is still connected on AC line voltage.

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

say, a vacation.

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.

g. 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- 2803/983 provides 2 sets of component video (Y, PB/Cs, PWCR) 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 muki-channel audio format(s), the AVR-2803/983 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.

[] CONNECTIONS

• 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.

• 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.

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

them for hair driers, etc.

• 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.

OUTPUT CD player

{Connecting the AC OUTLETS ]

Turntable [ Connecting a turntable ] (MM car tlidge)

_ i gg3/g63's PHONO iac_'s' the L (lee} plug 10 the L

Connect the tumtable's Output cord to the AVR

jack the R {rlght) plug to the right iack

NOTE: This unit cannot be used with MC cartlidges

direc6y Use a separate head amplifier or step up transfotmer

If humrrfing or othel noise is generated when the ground w_re is conrlecled, disconnect the grourld

w_re

AC OUTLETS

• SWITCHED

(total capacity /20 W {1 A )) The power to these Outlets Js turned on arid off in coniunct_on w_th the POWER operation switch on the main unit, and when the power is switched between on and standby from the remote control unit

driers, TVs ot other electrical appliances

Connecting the pre-out jacks

Use these iacks if you wish to connect external power amplifier(s) to increase the power of the eont, center and surlourld sound cllar/rlels, or fol connection to powered loudspeakers

TO use Surround bac_, with one speaker, corlnect the speaker to SURR BACK L CH

OUTPUT

MD recorder, CD recorder or other component

equipped with digita_ input/output jacks

[ Connecting the DIGITAL jacks ]

Use these for coi!nections to audio equipment with digital output Refel to page 23 for instruct_oiis oil setting tllJs tetmina_

way that they do not obstruct the ventilation AC 120 V 60 Hz

Route the connection cords, etc, in such a _

holes

[TRIGGER OUT] Turn the DC 12V voRage on and off for the indMdual functions

For detai_s, see "6ettlrlg the Trigger Out Setup" oil page 28

CD recorder or Tape deck

R L R C 0oo _ _@

_NPUT OUTI_U r _ _ away

[Connecting a tape deck]

Connections for recording:

Connect tile tape deck's recording fflpu_ iacks (LINE _N or REC) to this url_t'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 urlJt's tape playback (CDR/TAPE IN) jacks using pin plug cords

NOTE:

• TO connect the video signal, connect using a 75 _2/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.

TV or DBS tuner

I Connecting a TV or DBS tuner I

MONITOR OUT

• Connect the TV's video input iack (VIDEO INPUT} to the MONITOR OUT iack using a 75 _/ohms video coaxial pin plug

cord

Note on connecting the digital input jacks

• OnlYFordetails,aUdi°signalSseepageare6inputto the digital input iacks

I Connecting a video decks]

• 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 iack, and the video deck's video input iack (VIDEO IN) to the (yellow) VCR-1 OUT jack using 75 OJohms 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 iacks (AUDIO IN) to the _ VCR-1 OUT iacks using pin plug cords

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

• 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 iacks are only output from the pin jack outputs. When connecting this unit with equipment that is equipped with S jacks, keep the above )oint in mind and make connections according to the equipment's instruction manuals.

Connecting a monitor TV]

DVD player or video disc player (VDP)

MONITOR OUT

• Connect the TV's Svideo input (S-VIDEO INPUT) to the _ MONITOR OUT iack using a Siack connection cord¸

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

DVD

• Connect the DVD player's SWideo output jack to the S-VIDEO DVD iN iack using a 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 VAUX jacks

TV or sateJ_ite bloadcast turner

_uooo( Joo

EConnecting a TV or DBS tuner ]

• Connect the TV's or DBS tuner's S video output jack (S- VIDEO OUTPUT) to the _ TV or DBS IN iack using an S-Video connection cord

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Connect the components' audio inputs and outputs as described on page 7 ]

Video deck

I Connecting the video decks I

• Connect the video deck's S output jack {S-OUT) to the VCR-1 IN jack and the video deck's S input iack

(SdN) to the _ VCR-I OUT iack 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 iack

(SdN) to the _ VCR-2 OUT iack using S-Video connection cords

Video deck 2

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

• The signaEs 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 Eabeled Y, CB, 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 24.

• The AVR+2803's on+screen display signals are not output from the color difference {component) video output jacks {MONITOR OUT).

VIDEO OUT

DVD player

+++++I+ r++++,l++

Monitol TV

COMPONENT

VIDEO iN

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Connecting a DVD player ]

DVD IN jacks

• Connect the DVD player's color difference (component) video output iacks (COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT) to the COMPONENT VtDEO-I tN iack using

75 _dohms coaxial video pin-ptug cords¸

• In the same way, another video source with component video Outputs such

as a TV/DBS tuner, etc, can be connected to the VEDEO-2 color difference

(componentl video jacks¸

Connecting a monitor +IV ]

MONITOR OUT jack

• Connect the TV's color difference (component) video input iacks (COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT) to the COMPONENT MONETOR OUT

jack using 75 OJohms coaxiaE video pimplug 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.

75 _fohms COAXIAL

CABLE

DIRECTIONOF BROADCASTING STATION

J FM ANTENNA

AM LOOP ANTENNA

(Supplied)

AM OUTDOOR ANTENNA

FM_NDOOR ANTENNA

{Supplied)

Y///

GROUND

• An Ftype FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly.

AM loop antenna assembly

Connect to the AM antenna tetmi_a_s

and take out the

(_ connec_]or_ _ine

With the antenna on to[) any stable

surface

Mount

Bend in the reverse

direction

Connection of AM antennas

Pusll tfle _ever 2 Insert tfle conductor 3 Return the ]ever

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Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Ar[icle 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in par[icular, specifies that the cable ground shah be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as piactical

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

• 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, 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.

Dec°derwitha-°r6-channeJI __1analog output Ez o

For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) jacks, see page 44.

• 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 the same time. (See page 48)

ZONE 2 INFRARED

Integrated pre main amplifier INFRARED£ENSOR OUTPUT iNPUT D_N

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RC617 t R_TRANS MITFE R

RC4_16

AUX OUT

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 dght to conllect the exte[nal cont/oller

For instructions on operations using the ZONE 2 jacks, see page 47, 48.

-- Serial Control cable --

RS2320 GND

TXD RXD

(PCOUT) (PC IN)

• Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that like polarities are matched (® with ®, ® with O ) 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

NOTE: NEVER touch the speaker ter minals when the power is on

Doing so could result in electric shocks

Connection the speaker terminals

1 Loosen by turning 2 Insert the cord 3 lighten by turning

counterclockwise clockwise

Either tightly twist or terminate the core wires,

Connections

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

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

I SURROUND BACK/ZONE 2 SPEAKER SYSTEMS I 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 25

Speaker Impedance

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

• Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 _/ohms can be connected for use as

surround 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 g _/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¸

Connecting banana plugs

banana plug

Turn_

insert the banana plug¸

][

SURROUND SPEAKER

SYSTEMS

• Precautions when

connecting speakers

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

have this effect

FRONT SPEAKER

SYSTEMS (B)

• This unit is equipped with a high-speed protection circuit. The purpose of this circuit is to protect the speakers under circumstances such as when the output of the power amplifier is inadvertently short-circuited and a large current flows, when

the temperature surrounding the unit becomes unusually high, or when the unit is used at high output over a long period

which results in an extreme temperature rise.

When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off and the power supply indicator LED flashes. Should this occur, please follow these steps: be sure to switch off the power of this unit, check whether there are any faults with

the wiring of the speaker cables or input cables, and wait for the unit to cool down if it is very hot. improve the ventilation

condition around the unit and switch the power back on. if the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around the

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

• 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 _/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.

[] PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

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

DEN_ _

O Power ON/STANDBY switch .............................................. (41, 63)

Headphones jack (PHONES) .................................................... (45)

VIDEO SELECT button ............................................................. (45}

_ Front speaker system indicators

(FRONT SPEAKER A/B)

FRONT SPEAKER button ................................................... (41, 63)

ZONE 2 button/indicator ..................................................... (47, 63)

MODE button ............................................................... (42, 44, 53)

ANALOG button ................................................................. (42, 44)

EX_. IN button .................................................................... (42, 44)

_) DIMMER button ....................................................................... (46)

STATUS button ......................................................................... (46)

SURROUND BACK button ....................................................... (53)

_) SURROUND MODE button ............................. (43, 50, 52, 53, 57)

SURROUND PARAMETER button ......................... {51, 52, 54, 57)

mu_,iE

DTS

°°° 0

SELECT knob ........................................... (43, 45, 50 _ 54, 57, 59}

_} TONE DEFEAT button .............................................................. (45}

TONE CONTROL button .................................................... (45, 59)

_) MASTER VOLUME control ...................................................... (43)

_) Master volume indicator (VOLUME LEVEL) ............................ {43)

Display

i_ INPUT mode indicators ............................................................ (43)

i_ SIGNAL indicators .............................................................. (43, 53}

i_ Remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR) ........................... (31)

Power indicator ........................................................................ {41}

FUNCTION knob ...................................... (42, 45 _ 47, 53, 61, 63)

TUNING PRESET button .......................................................... {63)

SOURCE selector button ......................................................... {42}

i_ ZONE 2/REC button ........................................................... (46, 47)

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

[

BLED (indicator) ........................................ (36) I

• i

,...... "z_iE'2...... ,;"" "z'o_rl_t_)""" ";

"----'-'--'I , I

i OFF GII ,i OFF ON '

l ZONE 2 buttons ..................................... (47) l-

"._ _):.(_ _._

Ib%::!::t:................,32_3436_4,47,1

' _ (_D C_ '

', i

," MODE MEMO_ BAND SHIFT 1

t©..0..Q ©',,

........... i

"" Prlbmff"""" "Cb..... _'_jq /WVOL,

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Ilnp0tsou,oese,ecto, I_ (_ (_ (_::buttons .................... (33~35, 42, 47, 53, 61) ',"

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i I

I MODE SELECT button ........................... (32) I

• _L_ c) o c:)i i

L,:::::::::::::::::::::::

............................. (31) I

I Power buttons ..................... (33-35, 37-41 )I

IZONE1(MAIN) buttons .......................... (47)I

ii ii ii

i I

',l

i i i

I i

i i

', Surround buttons

Tuner system/System

I buttons ........................... (32,35,47,61-63) I

, CHANNEL+ _ Master volume control

I System buttons .................... (32, 34, 35, 38)I"

Ale * , r buttons ............................................. (43, 47)

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: e_scsm+: ""_"" I ,

I : "__''[.... su "'_''" 1"": C_=N6 _--_ I ,MUTlNGbutton ...................................... (45)

,_u,_?__.. \i iSURROUNDPARAMETERi

I SETUP_/'" "_'_, \_MENU I button ....................... (34, 5I, 52, 54, 56, 58) I

__)])/ I I CH...................................................SELECT/ENTER button (16, 49, 50) 11I

IONS_V_N _

ION SCREEN/DISPLAY button {34, 35, 46) 1

I TEST TONE button ................................. (49) I . ...... t -- FRONT/ ,_IIRROIIND , IFRONTSPEAKERb°_on.......................(41)I

I sYSTEM CALL butt°nS .......................... (37)1_-!; I --::-- -- _il _ I

mUSE/LEARN button .......................... (36, 39) I | /@ DENON INPUT MODE selector (42, 44) I

I -__ RETURN button ................................ (34, 35)

: (_: _) _ (:_)_-_ ,

I , ',; ...... :[N_T" ....... SURROUND BACK button ..................... (53)

,.._;_._.,._

NOTE:

• The shaded button _ do not function with the AVR-2803/983

(Nothing happens when they are pressed)

[] SETTING UP THE SYSTEM

• Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in "CONNECTIONS" (see pages 6 to 13), make the various settings described below on the monitor screen using the AVR-2803/983'S on-screen display function. These settings are required to set up the listening room's AV system centered around the AVR-2803/983.

• 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 63).

• Use the following buttons to set up the system:

_s SETU P button

ENTER button

Press this to switch the display. A so use th s button to compete the setting.

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

System setup

Speaker Configuration

Crossover Ftequency

Su#w0ofe rr0de

Delay %me

Channel Level

Digital _n

Assignment

Input the combination of speakers in your system and their corresponding sizes {Small for regular speakers, Lalge for full size, fu_] range) to auton,aticaHy set tile composltion of the slgnals output from the speakers and the frequency response

Set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the vanous speakers is to be output from the subwooter

This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass signals

This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio slgna_s are produced from the speakers and subwoofer accotding to the listening position

This adiust s the volume of the signals output from the speakers and subwoofer for the different channels irl order to obtain optimum

effects

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

Turn the audio compression on or off when down mixing Dolby Digital signals

Power AMP Assignment

Zone2 vol Level

Front Sp

Large

Front L & R

12 It (36 m)

Front L Front

OdB 0dB

CD I DVD

COAX1 I COAX2

DVD I VDP

VIDEO1 I NONE

to display the system setup menu.

R buttons 1

Use these to move the cursors (< and I_) to the left I and right on the screen. /

: Use these to move the cursors (A and ,} to the upl

and down on the screen. |

Default settings

Center Sp

Smal_

Sub Woofer Surround Sp

Yes Small

80 Hz

LFE

Surround L & R

/0 ft (3Ore)

OFF

Surlouiid Back

Variable

Surround Back Sp

Small / 2spkls

10 ft {3 0 ml

i_/und SubwooferOdB

VCR 2 TAPE

OFF OPT4

SBL & SBR

Set the Ext In Subwoofer terminal p_ayback level

Set the Auto surround mode function

This sets whether or not to display the on_creen display that appea_s on the monito¢ screen when the controls on the remote

control unit or main unit are operated¸

Set the Trigger Out output for the different input sources

Subwoofer +lSdB

Auto Surround Mode = ON

On Screen Display ON

@ Auto Tuner

Presets

_ Setup Lock

System setup

FM stations are received automatically and stored it1 the memory

Set whether or not to lock tile system setup settlrlgs so that they ca_mot be changed

A1 -- A8 87 5/89 1/98 1/107 9/901/901/90//90/ MHz

B1 -- B8 520/600//000/1400/1500//710 kHz, 90//90/ MHz C1 -- C8 90 1 MHz

D1 -- D8 90 1 MHz

E1 -- E8 90 1 MHz

Defauk settings

Setup Lock = OFF

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-2803/983'S S-Video and video monitor output jacks and signals are input to the AVR-2803/983

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 S-Video 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 30.)

• The AVR-2803/983'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 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

Surround speaker systems

• Before setting up, connect the AVR-2803/983's MONITOR OUT connector with the monitor TV and turn off the power of all playback devices connected to the AVR-2803/983's video input connectors. (For instructions on connecting the monitor TV, see page 7 and 8.}

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

SETUp

Display the System Setup Menu. System Setup Menu

_Speaker Configuration

Delay Time Channel Level

Digital In Assignment

To stop system setup before it is completed, press the system setup button again. System setup can be stopped at any time.

Video In Assignment

Dolby Digital Setup Zone2 Control

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. The settings that have been changed up to that point are stored.

• 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.

At the System Setup Menu select "Speaker Configuration".

_,_ Switchtothespeakerconfigurationscreen.

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

parameters.

• To select the speaker

• To select the parameter

Speaker ConfiEuration

_Front Sp.

Center Sp. Subwoofer

System Setup Menu

7Speaker Configuration

Delay Time Channel Level

Digital In Assignment

Video In Assignment

Dolby DlKital Setup Zone2 Control

"Speaker Configuration

_ _s_;_

Center Sp

Front Sp

Subwoofer

Surround Sp

Surround back Sp

Surround

Sp, Ba_ [_

Press the ENTER button to finalize the setting.

NOTE: I

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

sett ngs sett ng the vo ume to a eve ow enough so as not to damage the speakers to determ ne the proper sett rig.

• 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/lspkr.......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 Subwooofer On with a connected subwoofer will yield the best results.

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

Select the "Crossover Frequency" mode.

Select the "Subwoofer Mode". Select the setting.

The System Setup Menu reappears.

(___. Enter the setting.

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 18}.

• 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 60.

Select the frequency.

_Crossover Frequency

41 l:I']Igl I

Subwoofer Mode

lqil_l LFE

Crossover Frequency

_Subwoofer Mode

Iqi[:ll LFE

+Main

I I:I']R

+Main

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

Preparations:

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

the right).

LI: 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

At the System Setup Menu select "Delay _me".

Switch to the Delay _me screen.

FL Center

Subwoofer

SBL _ SBR

System Setup Menu

Speaker Configuration

_Delay Time

Channel Level DiEital In Assignment

Video In Assignment

Oolby Digital Setup Zone2 Control

Delay Time

Set The Distance To Each Speakers

Do You Prefer

In Meters? / In Feet?

_Meters 4:_ Feet

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

Once "Meters" or "Feet" is selected in step 3, the

Delay ]]me screen appears automatically.

Select the speaker to be set.

Delay Time

EZFront L 112ft_

Default [_4

Front R 12ft Su_0ofer 1 2 ft

Center 12ft

Delay Time

Set The Distance To Each Speakers

Do You Prefer

In Meters? / In Feet?

_Meters <:_ F-_

Example: When "Feet" is selected

Delay Time

SL <10ft_ SBL 10ft

SBR 10ft SR 10ft

Set the distance between the center speaker and listening

position. The distance changes in units of

1 foot (0.1 meters) each time the button _s pressed. Select the

value closest to the measured distance.

Delay Time

, Front R 12ft ,_Center <12ft_

Default [_4

Front L 12ft

Delay Time

SR 1Oft SBL 1Oft SBR 1Oft

ETSL <10ft_

Example:When the distanceis setto 12 feet

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 20 ft (6.0 m} 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.

The System Setup Menu reappears.

__\ Enter the setting.

NOTE:

• If the distance unit is changed after the delay time is set, the settings are reset to the factory default values (see page 16, 17}.

• 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 49.)

The AVR-2803/983 automatically sets the optimum surround delay time for the listening room.

forthe centerspeaker

Default [_4

Front R 12ft

Center lft

Front L 12ft

B'_111tfl DNilI!

At the System Setup Menu select "Channel Level".

Switch to the Channel Level screen.

Select "Test Tone".

System Setup Menu

Speaker Configuration Delay Time

_Channe I Level

Digital In Assignment

Video In Assignment

Dolby DiKital Setul0 Zone2 Control

Channel Level

_Test Tone _4:_

Test Tone Start [_<

Level Clear [_4

Select the mode. Select "Auto" or "Manual".

• AUTO: Adjust the level while Eistening to the test tones produced

autematicaEly 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".

Channel Level

,_Test Tone _4:_

Test Tone Start [)_<

Level Clear [i_4

Example: When the "Auto" mode is selected

Channel Level

Test Tone _4:_

_Test Tone Start [%_4

Level Clear [_4

b _ _ Use the CURSOR left and right buttons to adjust all the speakers to the _,:t _ /r_]_ same volume.

\_/ "_4"_ The volume can be adjusted between -12 dB and +12 dB in units of

a. if the "Auto" mode is selected:

Test tones are automaticaly 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 dme around, 2-second intervals the third time around and on:

._ I spkr

2spkrs

When the surround back speaker setdng is set to "lspkr" for "Speaker Configuration", this is set to "SB".

"% osdR

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.

Test Tone

_FL <-1 1. 5dB_

FR 0. 0da

SR 0. 0dB

B C 0. 0dB

Flashing SL 0. 0dB

Example: When the volume is set to-115 dB

Flashing SL 0. 0dB

Example:Whenthe volume is set to -t 15 dB

while the test tone is being produced from the Front Lch speaker

Test Tone

B C 0, 0dB

while the Front Lch speaker _s selected

SBR 0, 0dB SBL 0. 0dB

SW 0. 0dB

EFFL <--11. 5dB)

FR 0. 0dB SR 0. 0dB SBR 0. 0dB

SBL 0. 0dB SW 0, 0dB

_ 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 49. 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.

• This setting assigns the digital input jacks of the AVR-2803/983 for the different input sources.

At the System Setup Menu select "Digital In Assignment".

Switch to the Digital Inputs screen.

The System Setup Menu reappears.

(_ Enter the setting.

System Setup Menu

Speaker Configuration Delay Time

Channel Level

ErDigital In Assignment

Video In Assignment

Dolby Digital Setup Zone2 Control

Digital In Assignment

_]:<F_'I_ _: OFF

[_: COAX2 _: OFF [_: OPT1 [_: OPT4

[_: OPT2 [_: OPT3

[_: OFF Default[_<

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 2803/983'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-2803/983's rear panel to any jack other than

the OPTICAL 4 IN jack.

• "PHONO" and "TUNER" cannot be selected on the Digital in Assignment.

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