Denon AVR-3803 User Manual

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Fully Discrete, Equal Power Seven Amplifier Channels, 110 Watts Each

Front 110 W + 110 W (8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, 0.05 % THD)
Center 110 W (8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, 0.05 % THD)
Surround 110 W + 110 W (8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, 0.05 % THD)
Surround back 110 W + 110 W (8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, 0.05 % THD)

The AVR-3803 features an equal power 7-channel amplifier section, with identical
amplifier design on all 7 channels, with high current discrete output devices on all
channels. Each of the 7 amplifier channels is rated at 110 watts, into 8 ohms,
from 20 Hz - 20 kHz with no more than 0.05% THD.

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Finest DSP employed for faster processing in the D.D.S.C-Digital circuitry
and higher sound quality

• Melody 100 DSP
Melody 100, the latest DSP from Analog Devices, is used for the decoder to
further boost digital signal processing capability and also providing the highest
dynamic range. Faster processing speed results in more complete surround
decoding.

• 24-bit, 192-kHz All-channels D/A Conversion
For optimum fidelity and transparency, the AVR-3803 features the Burr-Brown
PCM-1791 high resolution 24-bit, 192 kHz DACs, in an eight channel.

• 24-bit, 192-kHz Digital Interface Receiver
The AVR-3803 includes a Digital Interface Receiver (DIR) that distinguishes various
types of digital input signals, including 24/192 and 24/96 stereo PCM signals, performs
the appropriate signal processing, and transmits the information to the DSP block.

• 24-bit, 192-kHz A/D Conversion
The AVR-3803 is capable of 24-bit, 192-kHz A/D conversion, improving S/N and
dynamic range by approximately 10 dB.

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DENON's Latest Surround Technology Faithfully Recreates the Surround
Sound Produced at the Dubbing Stage.

• DTS 96/24 5.1 Decoding for DVD-Video
High-quality 96-kHz, 24-bit (96/24) sound playback from ordinary DVD-Video
recordings is limited to only two channels and there are also limitations on the
picture. DVD-Video recorded in DTS 96/24, however, allows high-quality

5.1-channel sound playback in full-quality, full-motion video.

• DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 and Matrix 6.1
The AVR-3803 is equipped with a DTS-ES decoder that supports Discrete 6.1
and Matrix 6.1. Discrete 6.1 faithfully reproduces program sources originally
recorded in 6.1-channel sound, and Matrix 6.1 performs matrix processing on the
Left Surround and Right Surround signals and brings out Back Surround channels.

• DTS NEO:6
DTS NEO:6 lets you enjoy 2-channel analog, PCM, and Dolby Digital
2-channel sources in full 6.1-channel surround sound.

• Dolby Digital EX
Dolby Digital EX, a 6-channel surround format proposed by Dolby
Laboratories, was jointly developed by Dolby Laboratories and LucasFilm
Ltd. to bring the dynamic wealth of Dolby Digital Surround EX into the
home. The warm playback of 6.1 channels which include surround back
channels enables easy positioning of sound images directly behind the
listener, dramatically improving the spatial expressiveness of the
surround field.

• Dolby Pro Logic II
With the AVR-3803, you can use Dolby Pro Logic II to do more than just
enjoy your 2-channel analog, PCM, and Dolby Digital 2-channel sources in
surround sound ambiance.

• Auto Surround
The AVR-3803 can automatically store the surround mode for any of four input
signals: (1) Analog and PCM 2 channel, (2) Bit stream 2-channel (Dolby Digital,
DTS) and (3) Bit stream multi-channel. If the type of input signal changes, the
most appropriate surround mode is automatically selected for the signal.

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Component Video Conversion, the first time in this class

• High-grade Up Conversion
The AVR-3803 is the first model in the mid price range to include the Video Up
Conversion feature that converts video signals to component signals,

letting you

enjoy high picture quality from all video gear connected to the AVR-3803.

Since
composite and S-video signals are also converted into component video signals
and output to the monitor, all you need to do is connect a monitor that can display
component video images.

• Broad frequency range up to 100 MHz
The AVR-3803 is equipped with 2 sets of component inputs and 1 set of monitor
outputs (all RCA terminals). A high-performance relay is used to switch signals,
and a high frequency range up to 100 MHz is supported.

AVR-3803

A/V Surround Receiver

NEW MODEL INFORMATION

Dolby Digital EX / DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 with 7ch Power Amps and Multi-room Flexibility

Dolby Digital EX and dts 96/24 have been added to offer full support for all encoded surround formats,Å@and the D.D.S.C has been vastly improved through the
use of the new Analog Devices Melody 100 DSP processor. The AVR-3803 is the first receiver in its class to offer component video conversion for increased flexi­bility and ease of installation.

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Pure Direct mode which is equipped with AL24 processing, to enjoy
purely stereo music with high sound quality

The Pure Direct mode lets you use the AVR-3803 as a high sound quality stereo
amplifier. A simple key operation on the main unit to select Pure Direct automatically
turns off power to the video circuitry and the fluorescent lights also go off to thoroughly
minimize adverse influences from these circuits on the audio circuit. During analog
audio input, power to the digital circuitry is also turned off. Furthermore, Denon’s
AL24 processor for high sound quality has been added to the front 2 channels
during digital audio input, enabling the playback of sound with remarkably high
transparency.

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Designed for high sound quality

• Hefty Power Transformer for Stable Supply of Power
A huge power transformer has been connected in the power section where it is
combined with a rectifier diode and a large block capacitor to ensure a large,
stable supply of electrical current. Accordingly, the AVR-3803 boasts high output
power of 110 W for each of the 7 channels.

• Newly-developed block capacitor
A new, large-capacity block capacitor was developed for the AVR-3803 to ensure
a rock stable supply of power.

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Newly redesigned pre-programmed remote controller with learning feature

The AVR-3803 comes with a newly-developed remote controller with the most
frequently used keys layed out in the center and an easy-to-grip shape and size.
It also has a small liquid crystal display that lets you quickly identify which devices
you are controlling at a glance.

- Preset Memory

- Learning functions

- System Call

- All keys backlit

- Supports independent Power On and Off commands

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Support for Multi Zone Configurations

• The AVR-3803 provides a Multi Zone Output function and a Select function that
let you output different sources to multiple zones.Sources can be selected for output
to an additional zone, in addition to the main room. Multi-room Zone 2 can have
variable pre-amp output along with composite video feed. The AVR-3803’s Power
Amplifier Assign function lets you assign the 2 Surround Back (SB L/R) amplifier
channels when the system is not configured for 7.1, to instead drive the Multi-room
Zone 2 speakers, with 110 Watts per channel output power, while still providing
5 discrete amplifier channels to drive all speakers in a 5.1 configured home theater
room.

• +12 V Trigger Output

• Serial Control Port to support an AMX, Crestron integrated control system

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Other features that enhance operating ease

• Audio Delay Function
Audio Delay function corrects slight lags between sound and picture that can
occur when a video signal is processed, such as in a Progressive Scan DVD player
or outboard video processor.

• Variable Gain Volume
S/N in the useable area has been improved. Finer adjustments are also possible
in 0.5 dB steps across the extended range of –80 dB to +18 dB.

• Adjustable Cross-Over Switching
The AVR-3803 supports subwoofer cross-over switching with a choice of 5 cross-over
frequencies: 40, 60, 80, 100, and 120 Hz. This lets you more accurately match the
performance characteristics of the subwoofer to the main speaker system.

• A/B switching between surround speakers

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Frequency Synthesis Tuning

• 40-Station AM/FM Random Preset Memory Tuning

• Auto Preset Memory

Input/Output Terminals For Every A/V System

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Audio Inputs

11 Analog Input ..................... PHONO, CD, Tuner, DVD, VDP, TV, DBS,

VCR-1, VCR-2, V.AUX, CDR/TAPE

1 8-ch Analog EXT. Input

...........

FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R, SURROUND
BACK L/R, SUBWOOFER

5 Digital (Optical) Input

............ OPTICAL X 5 (Assignable)

2 Digital (Coaxial) Input

........... COAXIAL x 2 (Assignable)

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Audio Outputs

8 Analog PRE Output ............. FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R,

SURROUND BACK L/R, SUBWOOFER

3 Analog REC Output ............ VCR-1, VCR-2, CDR/TAPE

1 Analog Multi Zone PRE Output

...... L/R

2 Digital (Optical) Output

............. OPTICAL x 2

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Video Inputs

2 Component Video Input

........... Component IN VIDEO1,2

7 Composite Input ................. DVD, VDP, TV,DBS, VCR1, VCR2, V.AUX

7 S-Video Input ...................... DVD, VDP, TV, DBS, VCR-1, VCR-2, V.AUX

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Video Outputs

1 Component Video Output

......... MONITOR

3 Composite Output ............... VCR-1, VCR-2, MONITOR

3 S-Video Output ................... VCR-1, VCR-2, MONITOR

1 Multi Zone Video output...............

Composite x1

Specifications

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Power Amplifier Section

Rated output *THD figures are power amp stage values.

Front ....................................... 110 W + 110 W

(8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, 0.05 % THD)

150 W + 150 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7 % THD)

Center..................................... 110 W (8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, 0.05 % THD)

150 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7 % THD)

Surround................................. 110 W + 110 W

(8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, 0.05 % THD)

150 W + 150 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7 % THD)

Surround back ........................ 110 W + 110 W

(8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, 0.05 % THD)

150 W + 150 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7 % THD)

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Preamplifier Section

Input sensitivity/impedance

PHONO(MM).......................... 2.5 mV/47 kohms

CD, DVD, VDP, TV, DBS, VCR-1, VCR-2, V.AUX, CDR/TAPE

............................................... 200 mV/47 kohms

FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R, SURROUND BACK L/R,

SUBWOOFER........................ 200 mV/15 kohms

Output level/Load impedance
FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R, SURROUND BACK L/R, SUB WOOFER

MULTI ZONE L/R ................... 1.2 V/10 kohms

VCR-1, VCR-2, CDR/TAPE.... 200 mV/47 kohms

Frequency response............... 10 Hz - 100 kHz; +0, -3 dB

Signal-to-noise ratio ............... 102 dB

RIAA deviation........................ ± 1 dB (20 Hz - 20 kHz)

Tone control ...........................

Treble: ± 10 dB, Bass: ± 10 dB

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FM Section

Tuning frequency range ......... 87.5 - 107.9 MHz

Usable sensitivity.................... 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)

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AM Section

Tuning frequency range ......... 520 - 1710 kHz

Usable sensitivity.................... 18 µV

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General

Power supply.......................... AC 120 V, 60 Hz

Power consumption................ 7.0 A

Dimensions............................. 434 (W) x 171 (H) x 416 (D) mm

17.1” (W) x 6.7” (H) x 16.4” (D)

Weight .................................... 16.5 kg, 36.4lbs

NEW MODEL INFORMATION

AVR-3803

*Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
*“Dolby”, “Dolby Digital”, “Pro Logic II”, “Dolby Digital EX” and the double-D device are registered trademarks of

Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

*DTS”, “DTS-ES Extended Surround” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of Digital Theater System, Inc.

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