Use this manual in combination with the operating
guide displayed on the GUI screen.
GUI Menu Operation (vpage 22, 23)
GUI Menu Map (vpage 24)
Language (vpage 36)
Remote Control Unit Operations (vpage 60)
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this
declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and EN61000-3-3.
Following the provisions of 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC Directive.
NOTE ON USE
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• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack.
• Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
• Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust.
• Unplug the power cord when not using the unit for long
periods of time.
* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Do not let foreign objects into the unit.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in
contact with the unit.
• Never disassemble or modify the unit in any way.
CAUTION:
To completely disconnect this product from the mains, disconnect
the plug from the wall socket outlet.
The mains plug is used to completely interrupt the power supply to
the unit and must be within easy access by the user.
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CAUTION:
• The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the unit.
• Observe and follow local regulations regarding battery disposal.
• Do not expose the unit to dripping or splashing fluids.
• Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the unit.
A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING:
This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with the local recycling
regulations.
When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with the local regulations concerning batter y disposal.
This product and the supplied accessories, excluding the batteries, constitute the applicable product according to the WEEE directive.
Contents
Getting Started
Accessories ······················································································2
Cautions on Handling ·····································································3
Cautions on Installation ································································· 3
About the Remote Control Unit ···················································· 3
Inserting the Batteries ····································································3
Operating Range of the Remote Control Unit ································ 3
Part Names and Functions ·····························································4
Front Panel ····················································································· 4
Display ···························································································4
Rear Panel ······················································································5
Remote Control Unit ······································································ 6
Cables Used for Connections ························································7
Video Conversion Function ·····························································8
Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors ························· 11
Connecting the Monitor ······························································· 12
Connecting the Playback Components ······································ 12
DVD Player ··················································································· 12
Record Player ··············································································· 13
CD Player ····················································································· 13
iPod® ···························································································· 13
TV/CABLE Tuner ··········································································· 14
Satellite Receiver ········································································· 14
Connecting the Recording Components ···································· 15
Digital Video Recorder ·································································· 15
Video Cassette Recorder ····························································· 15
CD Recorder / MD Recorder / Tape Deck ····································· 16
Connections to Other Devices ····················································· 16
Components Equipped with a DENON LINK connector ·············· 16
Video Camera / Game Console ···················································· 17
Component with Multi-channel Output connectors ····················· 17
External Power Amplifier ······························································ 17
USB Port ······················································································ 18
Antenna terminals ······································································· 19
Network Audio ············································································· 20
Multi-Zone ····················································································21
External Controller ·······································································21
Connecting the Power Cord·························································22
Once Connections are Completed ··············································22
GUI Menu Operations
Example of the Display of the GUI Mark at a Title····················· 22
Example of Display of Default Values ········································· 22
Examples of GUI Screen Displays ··············································· 23
Example: Browse Menu (Top Menu)············································ 23
Example: Menus with Illustrations (Auto Setup) ·························· 23
Cursor Position Display ································································ 23
Operations ·····················································································23
GUI Menu Map ··············································································24
Auto Setup
Preparations ·················································································· 25
Auto Setup ····················································································26
a Auto Setup ·············································································· 26
Error Messages ·······································································27
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Information
Status ····························································································45
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Audio Input Signal ········································································45
HDMI Information ········································································· 46
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Auto Surround ··············································································
Quick Select ··················································································
Preset Station ···············································································
Turning the Power On ··································································47
Operations During Playback ·························································47
Playing Video and Audio Equipment ···········································47
Basic Operation ············································································ 51
Listening to Music ·······································································52
Viewing Still Pictures or Videos on the iPod ································· 52
Playing Network Audio or USB Memory Devices ······················ 53
Basic Operation ············································································ 54
Listening to Internet Radio ····················································· 54, 55
Presetting Internet Radio Stations ··············································· 55
Registering Internet Radio Stations as Your Favorites ·················· 55
Playing Files Stored on a Computer ·············································55
Playing Files Stored on USB Memory Devices ···························· 56
Operating the AVR-3808 Using a Browser (Web control) ············57
MAIN ZONE ············································································ 45
ZONE2/3 ·················································································45
Signal Information ··································································· 46
Monitor ···················································································46
Channel Level ···············································································59
Fader Function ·············································································59
Quick Select Function ··································································59
Personal Memory Plus Function ·················································· 59
Last Function Memory ·································································59
Backup Memory ··········································································· 59
Resetting the Microprocessor ······················································59
Remote Control Unit Operations
Main Remote Control Unit···························································60
Operating DENON Audio Components ········································ 60
Presetting ····················································································· 60
Operating Preset Components ············································60 ~ 62
Setting the Remote ID ································································· 63
Learning Function ·········································································63
System Call Function ····································································64
Punch Through Function ······························································· 64
Setting the Time the Backlight Stays Lit ·······································65
Adjusting the Backlight’s Brightness ············································65
Resetting the Main Remote Control Unit ····································· 65
Sub Remote Control Unit Operations ··································66, 67
Switching Zones ···········································································68
Setting the Zone for Which the Sub Remote Control Unit is Used
(ZONE SELECT LOCK mode) ·······················································68
Setting the Remote ID ································································· 68
Resetting the Settings ·································································· 68
Amp Assign / Multi-Zone Connections and Operations
Multi-Zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function ·········69 ~ 71
Multi-Zone Settings and Operations with Zone Pre-out Output ···71
Multi-Zone Operations ································································· 72
Turning the Power On and Off······················································72
Selecting the Input Source ··························································· 72
Adjusting the Volume ··································································· 72
Turning off the Sound Temporarily ················································ 72
Other Information ································································73 ~ 82
Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper
operation, please read these owner’s manual carefully before using
the product.
After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference.
Accessories
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
w Service station list ...................................................................1
e Power cord (Cord length: Approx. 1.5 m) ................................. 1
r Main remote control (RC-1068) ............................................... 1
t LR6/AA batteries (for RC-1068) ................................................ 2
y Sub remote control (RC-1070) ................................................. 1
u R03/AAA batteries (for RC-1070) .............................................2
i FM indoor antenna ..................................................................1
o AM loop antenna ..................................................................... 1
Q0 Setup microphone (Cord length: Approx. 7.6 m) ...................... 1
Other Operations and Functions
Other Operations ·········································································· 57
Playing Super Audio CD ······························································· 57
Recording on an External Device (REC OUT mode) ····················· 58
List of preset codes ··········································· End of this manual
Cautions on Handling
• Before turning the power switch on
Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are
no problems with the connection cables.
•
Power is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is
set to the standby mode. When traveling or leaving home for long
periods of time, be sure to unplug the power cord from the power
outlet.
• About condensation
If there is a major difference in temperature between the inside of
the unit and the surroundings, condensation (dew) may form on
the operating parts inside the unit, causing the unit not to operate
properly.
If this happens, let the unit sit for an hour or two with the power
turned off and wait until there is little difference in temperature
before using the unit.
• Cautions on using mobile phones
Using a mobile phone near this unit may result in noise. If so, move
the mobile phone away from this unit when it is in use.
• Moving the unit
Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power
outlet.
Next, disconnect the connection cables to other system units before
moving the unit.
•
Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the
actual unit for explanation purposes.
About the Remote Control Unit
In addition to the AVR-3808, the included main remote control unit
(RC-1068) can also be used to operate the equipment listed below.
q DENON system components
w Non-DENON system components
• By setting the preset memory (vpage 60 ~ 62)
• By using the learn function (vpage 63)
Inserting the Batteries
q Lift the clasp and remove the rear lid.
(RC-1068)(RC-1070)
w Load the two batteries properly as indicated by the marks in the
battery compartment.
(RC-1068)(RC-1070)
R03/AAA
LR6/AA
NOTE
• Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even
when the remote control unit is operated close to the unit.
• The supplied batteries are only for verifying operation.
• When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction,
following the “q” and “w” 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 attempt to charge dry batteries.
• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of batteries in
flames.
• If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside
of the battery compartment and insert new batteries.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in
use for long periods.
• When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready and
insert them as quickly as possible.
Operating Range of the Remote Control
Unit
Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
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Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting
Cautions on Installation
Note:
For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined
space, such as a bookcase or similar enclosure.
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(RC-1068)
NOTE
The set may function improperly or the remote control unit may not
operate if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight,
strong artificial light from an inverter type fluorescent lamp or infrared
light.
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Part Names and Functions
For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting
Front Panel
E0 DIRECT/STEREO button·····························(41)
E1 PURE DIRECT button ·································· (41)
Display
E2 DSP SIMULATION button ·························· (41)
E3 STANDARD button ·····································(40)
w Power indicator ··········································· (47)
e Power switch (hON jOFF) ····················· (47)
r QUICK SELECT buttons / indicators ········· (59)
t MASTER VOLUME control knob ················ (47)
y Master volume indicator
u Display
i Remote control sensor ································· (3)
o SOURCE SELECT knob······························· (37)
Q0 SOURCE button ·········································· (37)
q Input signal indicators
w Input signal channel indicators
These light when digital signals are input.
e Information display
The input source name, surround mode, setting
values and other information are displayed here.
r Output signal channel indicators
t Surroundspeaker indicators
These light according to the settings of the
surround A and B speakers.
y Master volume indicator
u AUDYSSEY MULTEQ XT indicator
This lights when the room equalizer is selected.
i Recording output source indicator
This lights when the REC OUT mode is
selected.
o NIGHT indicator
This lights when the night mode is selected.
Q0 Multi-zone indicators
These light when the power for the respective
zone is turned on.
Q1 RESTORER indicator
This lights when the RESTORER mode is
selected.
Q2 AL24 indicator
This lights when AL24 Processing Plus is
activated (vpage 75).
Q3 D.LINK indicator
This lights when playing using DENON LINK
connections.
Q4 Input mode indicators
Q5 HDMI indicator
This lights when playing using HDMI
connections.
Q6 Decoder indicators
These light when the respective decoders are
operating.
Q7 Tuner reception mode indicators
These light according to the reception conditions
when the input source is set to “TUNER”.
• AUTO
This lights when in the auto tuning mode.
• RDS
This lights when receiving RDS broadcasts.
• STEREO
In the FM mode, this lights when receiving
analog stereo broadcasts.
• TUNED
This lights when the broadcast is properly tuned
in.
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Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting
q RS-232C connector ····································· (21)
w REMOTE CONTROL jacks···························(21)
e TRIGGER OUT jacks ···································(21)
r FM/AM antenna terminals
t DOCK CONTROL jack ································· (13)
y Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS) ·················· (9)
u AC OUTLET ·················································(22)
i AC inlet (AC IN) ··········································· (22)
o Digital audio connectors
q ZONE indicators·········································· (68)
w Advanced setup button ······························ (68)
e Input source select buttons ······················· (37)
r CHANNEL buttons ······································ (48)
t SHIFT button ··············································· (48)
y MENU button ·············································· (23)
u Cursor buttons (uio p) ························· (23)
i SEARCH button ··········································(49)
o REPEAT button ············································ (52)
Q0 RANDOM button ········································(52)
Q1 Remote control signal transmitter ·············· (3)
Q2 ZONE SELECT button ································· (68)
Q3 Zone power on/off buttons
(ZONE ON / ZONE OFF) ····························· (72)
W0 USB (DIRECT PLAY) button························(66)
NOTE
The AUX-1, AUX-2, AUX-3, SAT TU, DTU, DVR-2
and OPTION buttons cannot be used.
q Signal transmission indicator ···················(60)
w Mode select buttons ··································(60)
e Quick select / System call buttons ·····(59, 64)
r Surround mode buttons ······················ (40, 41)
The time for which the backlight stays on can
be changed (vpage 65 “Setting the Time the
Backlight Stays Lit”).
NOTE
• The M. SEL, SAT TU, DTU buttons cannot be
used.
• The ZONE2 mode QUICK SELECT (1 ~ 3), A.DL,
RSTR, NGT, INPUT, SPKR, TEST and surround
mode buttons cannot be used.
• The ZONE4 mode cannot be used.
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Connections
Connections for all compatible audio and video signal formats are
described in these operating instructions. Please select the types
of connections suited for the equipment you are connecting.
With some types of connections, certain settings must be made
on the AVR-3808. For details, refer to the instructions for the
respective connection items below.
NOTE
• Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been
completed.
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of
the other components.
• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left,
right with right).
• Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing
so can result in humming or noise.
Cables Used for Connections
Select the cables according to the equipment being connected.
Audio cablesVideo cables
Coaxial digital connections
(Orange)
Coaxial digital (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug) cable
Optical digital connections
Optical cable
Analog connections (stereo)
(White)
(Red)
Stereo pin-plug cable
Analog connections (monaural, for subwoofer)
(Black)
Pin-plug cable
DENON LINK connections
DENON LINK cable
Component video connections
(Green)
(Blue)
(Red)
S-Video connections
Video connections
(Yellow)
Component video cable
S-Video cable
75 Ω/ohms pin-plug video cable
Audio and video cables
HDMI connections
19-pin HDMI cable
Connections
(Y)
(PB/CB)
(PR/CR)
Speaker connections
Audio signal: Video signal:
Output
Input
Speaker cables
Network connections
Ethernet cable
Signal direction
Input
Output
Output
Input
Input
Output
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Video Conversion Function
• This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-3808 into the
format used to output the video signals from the AVR-3808 to a monitor.
• The AVR-3808’s video input/output circuitry is compatible with the following four types of video signals:
Connections
Digital video signals: HDMI
Analog video signals: Component video, S-Video and Video
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Main zone
High picture
quality playback
HDMI connector
HDMI connector
• When not using this function, connect a monitor output with the same type of connector as the video
input connector.
• The resolution of the HDMI input-compatible monitor connected to the AVR-3808 can be checked at GUI
menu “Information” – “HDMI Information” – “Monitor” (vpage 46).
NOTE
• HDMI signals cannot be converted into analog signals.
• 1080p component input video signals cannot be output to anything other than component video
connectors.
• 480p/576p, 1080i and 720p component video input signals cannot be converted into S-Video or Video
format.
• When a non-standard video signal from a game machine or some other source is input, the video
conversion function might not operate.
ZONE2
High picture
quality playback
Component video
connectors
S-Video connector
Video connector
Video inputsVideo outputs
: When 480i/576i signals are input in the main zone
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S-Video connector
Video connectorVideo connector
Video inputsVideo outputs
Component video
connectors
S-Video connector
Video connector
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ZONE2
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Speaker Connections
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The illustration below shows a basic example of installation of the amplifier combined with 8 speakers and
a monitor.
SubwooferCenter speaker
Surround back speakers
Front speakers
Place the front speakers to the
sides of the monitor or screen and
as flush with the screen surface as
possible.
The table below shows a typical speaker configuration for the AVR-3808.
7.1-channels
(Surround A+B)
7.1-channels
6.1-channels
5.1-channels
3.1-channels
2.1-channels
2-channels
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Speaker Connections
Example: 7.1-channels (Surround A+B)
Front speakersCenter speakerSubwoofer
Connections
Subwoofer
with built-in
amplifier
b L : Left
R : Right
S
S
S
S
S
When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel (SBL).
Surround speakers
A
Surround speakers
B
Surround Back
speakers
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Connecting the Speaker Cables
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and –
(black) polarities on the speakers being connected to the AVR-3808,
and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly.
Connections
Peel off about 10 mm of sheathing from
1
the tip of the speaker cable, then either
twist the core wire tightly or terminate
it.
Turn the speaker terminal
2
counterclockwise to loosen it.
Insert the speaker cable’s core wire to
3
the hilt into the speaker terminal.
Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to
4
tighten it.
NOTE
• Use speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 Ω/ohms. When using
surround A and B speakers simultaneously, use speakers with an
impedance of 8 to 16 Ω/ohms.
• Connect the speaker cables in such a way that they do not stick out
of the speaker terminals. The protection circuit may be activated if
the core wires touch the rear panel or if the + and – sides touch each
other (v “Protection circuit”).
• Never touch the speaker terminals while the power supply is
connected. Doing so could result in electric shock.
Protection circuit
If speakers with an impedance lower than specified (for example
4 Ω/ohms speakers) are used for an extended period of time with
the volume turned up high, the temperature may rise, activating the
protection circuit.
When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is shut
off and the power indicator flashes red. If this happens, unplug
the power cord, then check the speaker cable and input cable
connections. If the set is extremely hot, wait for it to cool off and
improve ventilation around it. Once this is done, plug the power cord
back in and turn the set’s power back on.
If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no
problems in the ventilation around the set nor in the connections,
the set may be damaged. Turn the power off, then contact a DENON
service center.
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With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred with a single cable.
MonitorDVD player
b The AVR-3808 is equipped for HDMI version 1.3a. This
version is compatible with other versions, allowing
connection to all components equipped with an HDMI
connector.
b The AVR-3808 is compatible with 30- and 36-bit Deep
Color.
Compatible
audio format
2-channel linear
PCM
Multi-channel
linear PCM
Details
2ch 32-192 kHz
16/20/24 bits
8ch 32-192 kHz
16/20/24 bits
Dolby Digital, DTS BitstreamDVD-Video
2/5.1ch
DSD
2.8224 MHz
1 bit
Dolby Digital Plus,
Dolby TrueHD,
Bitstream
DTS-HD
Copyright protection system (HDCP)
In order to play the digital video and audio signals of a DVDVideo or DVD-Audio disc using HDMI/DVI connections, both
the connected DVD player and monitor must be equipped
for a copyright protection system called “HDCP” (Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection).
HDCP is a copy protection technology consisting of data
encoding and mutual identification of the devices.
The AVR-3808 is HDCP-compatible. For details on the
DVD player or monitor you are using, refer to its operating
instructions.
Discs
(examples)
CD, DVD-Video,
DVD-Audio
DVD-Audio
SACD
HD DVD,
Blu-ray Disc
NOTE
• Use a CPPM-compatible DVD player to play DVD-Audio discs that are copyright-protected by CPPM.
• The AVR-3808 cannot be controlled from another device via the HDMI cable.
• The audio signals output from the HDMI connector (sampling frequency, bit rate, etc.) may be restricted
by the connected device.
• Video signals are not output properly when using devices that are not HDCP-compatible.
• Video signals are not output if the input video signals do not match the monitor’s resolution. In this case,
switch the DVD player’s resolution to a resolution with which the monitor is compatible.
• If the GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “HDMI Setup” – “Audio” setting (vpage 30) is set to “Amp”, the
sound may be interrupted when the monitor’s power is turned off.
• Use a cable on which the HDMI logo is indicated (a certified HDMI product) for connection to the HDMI
connector. Normal playback may not be possible when using a cable other than one on which the HDMI
logo is indicated (a non-HDMI-certified product).
• If the monitor or DVD player does not support deep color, deep color signal transfer is not possible.
• If the monitor or DVD player does not support xvYCC, xvYCC signal transfer is not possible.
• If the monitor does not support “Auto Lipsync Correction” function, this function will not work.
• When the AVR-3808 and DVD player are connected using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVR-3808 and
monitor using an HDMI cable.
• If the connected monitor or DVD player only has a DVI-D connector, use an HDMI/DVI converter cable.
When using a DVI cable, no audio signals are transmitted.
• Use a Deep Color compatible cable for connection to Deep Color compatible devices.
When connecting with an HDMI/DVI converter cable (adapter)
• HDMI video signals are theoretically compatible with the DVI format.
When connecting to a monitor, etc., equipped with a DVI-D connector, connection is possible using an
HDMI/DVI converter cable, but depending on the combination of components in some cases the video
signals will not be output.
• When connecting using an HDMI/DVI converter adapter, the video signals may not be output properly
due to poor connections with the connected cable, etc.
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Connections
• By default, the HDMI audio signals are output from the speakers connected to the AVR-3808.
• To output the sound from the TV, make the settings at GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “HDMI Setup”
– “Audio” – “TV” (vpage 30).
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• Connect the cables to be used (vpage 8 “Video Conversion Function”).
• With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred with a single cable.
• To output the audio signals to the monitor with HDMI connections, set GUI menu “Manual Setup”
Connections
– “HDMI Setup” – “Audio” to “TV” (vpage 30).
Monitor
Connecting the Playback Components
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect
correctly.
DVD Player
• Connect the cables to be used.
• With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred with a single cable.
DVD player
NOTE
• The component video connectors may be indicated differently on your monitor. For details, see the
monitor’s operating instructions.
• The audio signals output from the HDMI connectors are only the HDMI input signals.
Video-converted HDMI signals are not included in the audio signals. To play the sound by monitor, make
analog or digital audio output connections to monitor’s audio input connectors.
• Connect an HDP (High-Definition Player) in the same way.
• When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at GUI menu “Source
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Turntable (MM cartridge)
Connect the cables to be used.
CD player
Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) to
connect the iPod to the AVR-3808. For instructions on the Control
Dock for iPod settings, refer to the Control Dock for iPod’s operating
instructions.
Example :
iPod
Connections
• When connecting a record player with an MC cartridge, use a
commercially available MC head amplifier or a step-up transformer.
• Induction humming (a booming sound) may be produced from the
• With some record players, noise may be generated when the ground
speakers if the volume is raised with no record player connected.
wire is connected. If so, disconnect the ground wire.
NOTE
The AVR-3808’s SIGNAL GND terminal is meant to reduce noise when
a record player is connected. This is not a safety ground terminal.
When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the
settings at GUI menu “Source Select” – “CD” – “Assign” – “Digital”
(vpage 39).
• With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to the VCR
(iPod) connector.
• To assign the iPod to a connector other than VCR (iPod), make the
settings at GUI menu “Source Select” – “(input source to which iPod
dock assigned)” – “Assign” – “iPod dock” (vpage 39).
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Satellite Receiver
Connect the cables to be used.
Connections
TV tuner
Connect the cables to be used.
DBS / BS tuner
When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at GUI menu “Source
Select” – “TV/CBL” – “Assign” – “Digital” (vpage 39).
• When using a coaxial digital cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at GUI menu “Source
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect
correctly.
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Video Cassette Recorder
Connect the cables to be used.
Video cassette recorder
Digital Video Recorder
Connect the cables to be used.
Digital video recorder
oror
• Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals.
• When recording via the AVR-3808, the playback device’s cable must be of the same type as the cable
used to connect the AVR-3808’s DVR OUT connector.
Example: TV IN → S-Video cable : DVR OUT → S-Video cableTV IN → Video cable : DVR OUT → Video cable
• When using a component video cable for the video connection, make the settings at GUI menu “Source
Select” – “DVR” – “Assign” – “Component” (vpage 39).
NOTE
Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-3808’s OPTICAL2 output connector to
any input connector other than OPTICAL2.
or
or
• When recording via the AVR-3808, the playback device’s cable must be of the same type as the cable
used to connect the AVR-3808’s VCR OUT connector.
Example: TV IN → S-Video cable : VCR OUT → S-Video cableTV IN → Video cable : VCR OUT → Video cable
• When using a component video cable for the video connection, make the settings at GUI menu “Source
Select” – “VCR” – “Assign” – “Component” (vpage 39).
NOTE
Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-3808’s OPTICAL3 output connector to
any input connector other than OPTICAL3.
Connections
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Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals, or digital connections if you wish to
record digital audio signals, depending on the types of connectors on the components being used.
Connections
CD recorder /
MD recorder / Tape deck
or
Connections to Other Devices
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect
correctly.
Components Equipped with a DENON LINK connector
Multi-channel playback is possible with DVD-Audio discs, Super Audio CD, etc.
DVD player
NOTE
Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-3808’s OPTICAL3 output connector to
any input connector other than OPTICAL3.
To use with DENON LINK connections, make the settings at GUI menu “Source Select” – “Assign” –
“Digital” – “DENON LINK” (vpage 39).
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External Power Amplifier
Power amplifier
Connections
When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left
• To play the analog input signals input to the EXT. IN connectors,
press the INPUT MODE button on the main unit or INPUT button
channel (SBL).
on the main remote control unit and select “EXT. IN” or make the
settings at GUI menu “Source Select” – “(input source)” – “Input
Mode” – “Input Mode” – “EXT. IN” (vpage 38).
• The video signal can be connected in the same way as a DVD player
(vpage 12).
• To play copyright-protected discs, connect the AVR-3808’s EXT.
IN connector with the DVD player’s analog multi-channel output
connector.
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USB Port
n Front paneln Rear panel
USB memory deviceUSB memory device
Connections
• In the initial status, USB memory devices can be used by connecting them to the USB port on the front panel.
• To change the port to be used, see “USB Select” on page 40.
• For instructions on playing the files on a USB memory device, see page 56.
NOTE
• Set to the USB port you want to use.
• The AVR-3808 is equipped with two USB ports, one each on the front and rear panels. It is not possible to use the set with USB memory
devices connected to both the ports at the same time. Select the USB port you want to use at the GUI menu “Source Select” – “NET/USB” –
“Playback Mode” – “USB Select”.
• Do not use the extension cable for connecting the USB memory deveice to the AVR-3808’s USB port.
Use of the extension cable may cause harmful interference.
Antenna terminals
An FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly.
Direction of broadcasting station
FM antenna
75 Ω/ohms
Coaxial cable
FM indoor antenna
(supplied)
AM loop antenna
(supplied)
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Connections
AM loop antenna assembly
Remove the vinyl tie and take
out the connection line.
a. With the antenna on top of
any stable surface.
Mount
Ground
Connect to the AM
antenna terminals.
Bend in the reverse direction.
b. With the antenna attached
to a wall.
Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.
AM outdoor antenna
Connection of AM antennas
1. Push the
lever.
2. Insert the
conductor.
NOTE
• Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.
• Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not
disconnect the AM loop antenna.
• Make sure the AM loop antenna lead terminals do not
touch metal parts of the panel.
3. Return the
lever.
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Network Audio
Connections
Router
Internet
Modem
To WAN side
To LAN port
To LAN port
Computer
LAN port/
Ethernet
connector
Required system
n Broadband Internet connection
A broadband line connection to the Internet is required in order to
use the AVR-3808’s Internet radio function and firmware update.
n Modem
This is a device that is connected to the broadband line to
communicate with the Internet. Some are integrated with the
router.
n Router
When using the AVR-3808, we recommend you use a router
equipped with the following functions:
• Built-in DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server
This function automatically assigns IP addresses on the LAN.
• Built-in 100BASE-TX switch
When connecting multiple devices, we recommend a switching
hub with a speed of 100 Mbps or greater.
n Ethernet cable (CAT-5 or greater recommended)
• The AVR-3808 does not come with an Ethernet cable.
• Some flat type Ethernet cables are easily affected by noise.
We recommend using a normal type cable.
• For the Ethernet cable, used a shielded twisted pair (STP) cable.
Do not use an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) cable, as it may exceed
noise standard limits.
n Computer
A computer with the following specifications is required to use a
music server:
• OS
Windows® XP Service Pack2, Windows Vista
• Software (Prepare one of the following.)
· .NET Framework 1.1 and Windows Media Connect (Windows XP)
· Windows Media Player ver.11
· DLNA-compatible server software
• Internet browser
Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 or later
• LAN port
• 300 MB or more free disk space
b Free disk space is required to store music files. The following
sizes are approximate.
For connections to the Internet, contact an ISP (Internet Service
Provider) or a computer shop.
NOTE
• A contract with an ISP is required to connect to the Internet.
No additional contract is needed if you already have a broadband
connection to the Internet.
• The types of routers that can be used depend on the ISP. Contact an
ISP or a computer shop for details.
• Depending on the server, video files may be displayed, but they
cannot be played on the AVR-3808.
n Others
• If you have an Internet provider contract for a line on which network
settings are made manually, make the settings at GUI menu
“Manual Setup” – “Network Setup” (vpage 32, 33).
• With the AVR-3808, it is possible to use the DHCP and Auto IP
functions to make the network settings automatically.
• When using a broadband router (DHCP function), the AVR-3808
sets the IP address, etc., automatically.
When using the AVR-3808 connected to a network with no DHCP
function, make the settings for the IP address, etc., at GUI menu
“Manual Setup” – “Network Setup” (vpage 32, 33).
• The AVR-3808 is not compatible with PPPoE. A PPPoE-compatible
router is required if you have a contract for a line of the type with
which the PPPoE is set.
• Depending on the ISP with which you have your contract, it may
be necessary to make proxy server settings to use the Internet
radio function. If you made proxy server settings on the computer
to connect to the Internet, make the proxy server settings on the
AVR-3808 in the same way.
• If another power amplifier or pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 or ZONE3 pre-out
(variable or fixed level) connectors can be used to play a different program source in ZONE2 or ZONE3
the same time (vpage 69 ~ 72).
• When using an S-Video cable or a video cable for connection between the AVR-3808 and an input device,
connect to the video connectors.
• The ZONE2 video out is only for ZONE2.
Monitor (ZONE2)
Power amplier
(ZONE2 or ZONE3)
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External Controller
Connections
RS-232C connector
This connector is used for an external controller.
b If you wish to control the AVR-3808 from an
external controller using the RS-232C connector,
perform the operation below beforehand.
q Turn the AVR-3808’s power.
w Turn off the AVR-3808’s power from the external
controller.
e Check that the AVR-3808 is in the standby mode.
• When using in combination with an RF Remote Controller (RC-7000CI, sold separately) or RF Remote
Receiver (RC-7001RCI, sold separately) two-way communication with an RF Remote Controller is
possible.
The AVR-3808’s status information as well as iPod and Internet audio music files can be browsed watching
the RF Remote Controller’s display. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the respective
devices.
• When used in combination with an RF Remote Controller or RF Remote Receiver, make the settings at
GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “2Way Remote” – “Used” (vpage 35).
Input
Infrared
retransmitter
Output
Infrared
sensor
Extension jack for future use.
NOTE
• For the audio output, use high quality pin-plug cords so that no induction humming or noise is produced.
• For instructions on installing and operating separately sold devices, refer to the respective devices’
operating instructions.
• To conduct multi-zone playback, see “Amp Assign / Multi-Zone Connections and Operations” (vpage
69 ~ 72).
Trigger output jacks
The power of an external device equipped with
a trigger input jack can be turned on and off in
association with operations on the AVR-3808. For
details, see GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Option
Setup” – “Trigger Out 1” or “Trigger Out 2” (vpage
35).
• Output level: 150 mA/12 V
Check the trigger input conditions of the connected
device.
• If the trigger input level of the connected device
is higher than 150 mA/12 V and depending on
the short-circuiting conditions, the AVR-3808’s
protection circuit may be activated, in which case
“TRIGGER PROTECT” appears on the display. If
this happens, turn off the AVR-3808’s power and
disconnect the connected device.
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NOTE
• Insert the AC plugs securely. Incomplete connections could cause noise.
• Only use the AC outlet to plug in audio devices. Do not use them as power supplies for hairdryers or
anything other than audio equipment.
Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord.
To household
power outlet
(AC 230 V, 50 Hz)
Power cord
(included)
Connection to the AC outlet
• This outlet supply power to external audio
devices.
• The power supplied from these outlets turns on
and off together with the set’s power switch.
• Audio equipment with a total power consumption
of 100 W (0.43 A) can be connected.
Connecting the Power Cord
Turning the Power On (vpage 47)
Once Connections are Completed
Auto Setup
Optimize settings for speakers in use.
The appropriate settings for the speakers
you are using will be performed
automatically.
Operate as instructed on the GUI.
Example of the Display of the GUI Mark at a Title
GUI Menu Operations
With the AVR-3808, settings and operations for most functions can be performed by operating while
looking at the GUI menus displayed on the monitor screen.
Example of Display of Default Values
[Selectable items] 7.1 (B) 7.1 5.1
In lists of selectable items or adjustable ranges, the item surrounded by a border
is the default value.
Items for which this mark is indicated at the title can be operated from the GUI.
We recommend performing such operations from the GUI.
This is the GUI icon for this setting item or for the menu series to which this
item belongs.
The GUI cannot be superimposed when xvYCC signals and component 1080p signal, computer’s resolution
(e.g. VGA) are input.
Connections Setup
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Some typical examples are described below.
SOURCE SELECT
TUNER
PHONO
HDP
DVD
CD
TV/CBL
Select input source and make playback
settings
AUTO S ETUP
1 2 3 4 5
Start
RETURN
Amp As sign
Config . 7.1(B )
STEP1 Speaker Det ection
Please place the microphone at ear
height at main li stening position.
Start Auto Setup
EnterCancel
Selected item
name
List of subsequent items
Guidance text for item at
cursor position
Operation step indicators
Illustration
Operation
button guidance
Guidance text for item at cursor
position
Operation guidance text
n Icon
n List
Assign
Input Mode
Rename
Other
Switch the selected item
Selected item
Switch the selected item
Switch to the next item
Selected item
Example: Browse Menu (Top Menu)
Examples of GUI Screen Displays
Example: Menus with Illustrations
(Auto Setup)
Cursor Position Display
Operations
The same operation is possible on the main unit or remote control
unit.
b Switch the selected item using
ui.
1
Press the MENU button.
The GUI menu is displayed.
b To operate from the main remote control unit, be sure to set the
remote control unit to the AMP mode.
2
Press the u i p button to select the menu to be set
or operated.
b To return to the previous item, press the o or RETURN button.
3
Press the ENTER button to enter the setting.
4
Press the MENU button to nish.
Switch to the next item
Setup
When “Screensaver” is set to “ON”, the screensaver is activated if no
operation is performed for about 3 minutes.
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GUI Menu Map
Parameter
(vpage 42 ~ 45)
Information
(vpage 45, 46)
n Status
• MAIN ZONE
• ZONE2/3
n Audio Input Signal
n HDMI Information
n Auto Surround Mode
n Quick Select
n Preset Station
n Audio
• Surround Parameters
· Mode
· Cinema EQ
· DRC
· D.COMP
· LFE
· Center Image
· Panorama
· Dimension
· Center Width
· Delay Time
· Effect
· Effect Level
· Room Size
· AFDM
· SB CH Out
· Subwoofer Att.
· Subwoofer
· Default
• Tone
· Tone Defeat
· Bass
· Treble
• Room EQ
• RESTORER
• Night Mode
• Audio Delay
n Picture Adjust
• Contrast
• Brightness
• Chroma Level
• Hue
Manual Setup
(vpage 28 ~ 36)
n Speaker Setup (vpage 28, 29)
• Speaker Confi guration
• Subwoofer Mode
• Distance
• Channel Level
• Crossover Frequency
• Surround Speaker
n HDMI Setup (vpage 30)
• i/p Scaler
• Resolution
• Progressive Mode
• Aspect
• Color Space
• RGB Range
• Auto Lip Sync
• Audio
n Audio Setup (vpage 30, 31)
• EXT. IN Setup
· Surround Speaker
· Subwoofer Level
• 2ch Direct/Stereo
• Downmix Option
• Auto Surround
• Manual EQ
Auto Setup
(vpage 25 ~ 27)
n Auto Setup
• STEP1: Speaker Detect
• STEP2: Measurements
• STEP3: Calculation
• STEP4: Check
• STEP5: Store
n Option
• Room EQ
• Direct Mode
• Mic Select
n Parameter
• Speaker Confi guration Check
• Distance Check
• Channel Level Check
• Crossover Check
• EQ Check
• Restore
n Network Setup (vpage 32, 33)
• Network Setup
• Other
· Power Saving
· Character
· PC Language
• Network Information
n Zone Setup (vpage 33)
• ZONE2
· Bass
· Treble
· HPF
· Lch Level
· Rch Level
· Channel
· Volume Level
· Volume Limit
· Power On Level
· Mute Level
• ZONE3
· Bass
· Treble
· HPF
· Lch Level
· Rch Level
· Channel
· Volume Level
· Volume Limit
· Power On Level
· Mute Level
n
Option Setup (vpage 34 ~ 36)
• Amp Assign
• Volume Control
· Volume Limit
· Power On Level
· Mute Level
• Source Delete
• GUI
· Screensaver
· Wall Paper
· Format
· Text
· Master Volume
· NET/USB
· iPod
· Tuner
• Quick Select Name
• Trigger Out 1
• Trigger Out 2
• Remote ID
• 2Way Remote
• Dimmer
• Setup Lock
• Maintenance Mode
• Firmware Update
n Language (vpage 36)
Source Select
(vpage 37 ~ 40)
n TUNER (FM/AM)
• Play
• Auto Preset
• Preset Skip
• Preset Name
• Input Mode
• Rename
• Other
· Video Select
· Source Level
n PHONO
• Input Mode
• Rename
• Other
· Video Select
· Source Level
n CD, DVD, HDP, TV/CBL,
SAT, VCR, DVR, V.AUX
• Play (iPod)
• Playback Mode (iPod)
• Assign
• Input Mode
• Rename
• Other
· Video Select
·
Video Convert (Excluding CDs)
· Source Level
n NET/USB
• Play
• Playback Mode
• Input Mode
• Rename
• Other
· Video Select
· Source Level
Surround Mode
(vpage 40, 41)
n STEREO
n DIRECT
n STANDARD
n DOLBY PLIIx, DOLBY PLII or
DOLBY PL
n DTS NEO:6
n 7CH STEREO
n WIDE SCREEN
n SUPER STADIUM
n ROCK ARENA
n JAZZ CLUB
n CLASSIC CONCERT
n MONO MOVIE
n VIDEO GAME
n MATRIX
n VIRTUAL
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• Audyssey MultEQ® XT automatically measures the acoustical
problems in the listening environment to create the best audio
experience for your home theater.
• It optimizes a large listening area where one or more listeners are
seated.
Measurements are performed by placing the calibrated microphone
(DM-A405) successively at multiple positions throughout the
listening area as shown in Example q. For best results, it is
strongly recommended to measure 6 or more positions so that the
measurements have the proper spatial weighting.
Even if the listening environment is small as shown in Examplew,
measuring at multiple points throughout the listening environment
results in more effective correction.
Preparations
When using a subwoofer, make the following settings before starting
the auto setup procedure:
• Defeat the volume and crossover controls if possible
• If this is not possible then set
•
Volume: “12 o’clock” position
•
Crossover frequency: “Maximum/Highest Frequency”
•
Low pass fi lter: “Off”
•
Standby mode: “Off”
NOTE
• Do not disconnect the setup microphone until the auto setup
procedure is completed.
• When using headphones, unplug the headphones before starting
the auto setup procedure.
Auto Setup
To make manual adjustments to the settings, see pages 28, 29.
1
Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to
the SETUP MIC jack on the main unit.
The auto setup screen appears automatically.
2
Place the microphone at ear height on a tripod or stand
with the microphone pointing directly up towards the
ceiling.
b It is not recommended to hold it in your hand. Be sure that the
path from microphone to the speakers is not blocked by objects.
Avoid placing the microphone close to a seat back or wall as sound
refl ections may give inaccurate results.
Sound
receptor
Setup
microphone
About the main listening position (*M)
The main listening position refers to the most central position where
one would normally sit within the listening environment.
MultEQ XT uses the measurements from this position to calculate
speaker distance, level, polarity, and the optimum crossover value
for the subwoofer.
*
M
*
M
Example qExample w
( :Measuring positions)
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Auto Setup
Optimize settings for speakers in use.
F Menu tree F
Auto Setup
a Auto Setup
s Option
d Parameter
Start
Start Auto Setup.
The Audyssey MultEQ XT Auto Setup process automatically calculates
the size, level, distance, bass management crossover frequency, and
optimal settings for each speaker and subwoofer. Audyssey MultEQ
XT corrects acoustical distortions within the listening area.
Before starting, connect and position all your speakers.
Once started, MultEQ XT will play a series of test tones through each
speaker.
[Selectable items] 7.1 (B) 7.1 5.1
a Auto Setup
The settings are performed automatically.
GAuto setup fl owH
STEP1: Speaker Detection
STEP2: Measurement (2 to 8 positions)
STEP3: Calculation
STEP4: Check
STEP5: Store
NOTE
Do not turn the power off while the settings are being stored.
STEP2: Measurement
After completing a measurement position, move the microphone to
the next position.
Measure at least 6 positions (main listening position and at least 5 other
surrounding positions). For best results it is recommend measuring 6
or more positions (with a maximum of 8 positions).
STEP3: Calculation
When “Calculate” is selected at “STEP2”, the measurements taken
are analyzed automatically to determine how the speaker system
interacts with the room.
The time required for this analysis depends on the number of speakers
connected. The higher the number of speakers, the longer the time
required for analysis.
STEP4: Check
Once the auto setup procedure is complete, a measuring result check
screen appears.
Select any item whose results you want to check to review the
results.
Values that are different from the actual distance may be set for
speakers with built-in fi lters (subwoofers, etc.). This is because fi lters
add electrical delay to the signal that should be compensated.
STEP5: Store
The auto setup measurement results are stored in the AVR-3808.
Confi guration
The speaker system to be measured can be selected ahead of time
here.
If an error message appears during the measurements, check “Error
Messages” (vpage 27), take the advised action, then start the
measurements again.
Setting the correct speaker confi guration can reduce the time required
to measure during the auto setup procedure as the system will not
have to look for speakers that are not connected.
The speaker connection and polarity are detected at the fi rst
measurement position. The following attributes are also determined
at this time: “Speaker Size”, “Speaker Distance”, “Channel Level”,
“Crossover Frequency”.
Once the measurements are completed, the results are displayed.
STEP1 : Speaker Detection
NOTE
• Loud test tone may be played during Audyssey MultEQ XT Automatic
Speaker Setup. This is part of normal operation. If there is background
noise in room, these test tones will increase in volume.
• Do not stand between the speakers and setup microphone or allow
obstacles in the path while the measurements are being made. This
will cause inaccurate readings.
• Quiet the listening environment before beginning measurements and
refrain from talking. Turn off air conditioning units or other devices
that emit noise if at all possible as measurements may be affected
by these sounds.
• Operating the MASTER VOLUME knob on the main unit or the VOL +/– buttons on the remote control unit during the measurements will
cancel the measurements.
• Do not change the speaker connections or subwoofer volume after
“STEP1”.
Amp Assign
Advanced setting : changes power amplifi er assignment.
NOTE
The items selectable at “Confi g.” differ according to the “Amp Assign”
settings.
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Error Messages
If the auto setup procedure could not be completed due to speaker installation, the measuring environment, etc., an error
message is displayed. If this happens, check the relevant items, be sure to take the necessary measures, then perform the
auto setup procedure over again.
Error messages (examples)CauseMeasures
No microphone or speaker• Included setup microphone is not connected.
• Not all speakers could be detected.
• Connect the included setup microphone to the SETUP MIC
jack on the main unit.
• Check the speaker connections.
Ambient noise is too high
or Level is too low
• Too much noise in the room for accurate
measurements to be made.
• Speaker or subwoofer sound is too low for
accurate measurements to be made.
• Either turn off any device generating noise or move it
away.
• Try again when the surroundings are quieter.
• Check the speaker installation and the direction in which
the speakers are facing.
• Adjust the subwoofer’s volume.
None• Displayed speaker could not be detected.
· The front L and front R speakers were not
properly detected.
· Only one channel of the surround (A) and
surround (B) speakers was detected.
· Sound was output from the R channel when only
one surround back speaker was connected.
· The surround back or the surround (B) speaker
was detected, but the surround (A) speaker
was not detected.
• Check the connections of the displayed speaker.
Phase• Displayed speaker connected with the polarities
reversed.
• Check the polarities of the displayed speaker.
• For some speakers, this error message may be displayed
even if the speaker is properly connected. If you are sure
that the wiring is correct, select “Skip”.
NOTE
Be sure to turn the power off before checking the speaker connections.
Room EQ
Select room EQ setting method.
s
Option
Select settings for room EQ, mic, etc.
[Selectable items] All Assign
Direct Mode
Select room EQ use for DIRECT or PURE DIRECT mode.
[Selectable items] ON OFF
Mic Select
Select the microphone type if not using supplied mic.
The microphone connected to V.AUX Lch is used.
[Selectable items] Mic V.AUX L
d
Parameter Check
Check auto setup measurement results.
This is displayed after the auto setup procedure
is completed.
Spkr Confi g Check
Distance Check
Ch. Level Check
Crossover Check
EQ Check
[Items to be checked]
Select “Retry” to make the measurements again.
The auto setup results can be reset to what was originally calculated
by MultEQ XT when “Restore” is selected.
Setup
A professionally-calibrated microphone may be used by connecting it
to the V.AUX L input on the front panel. This is not recommended as
there is no calibration curve applied to the external mic input.
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Make detail settings for various parameters.
Speaker Setup
Use this procedure to set the speakers
manually or if you wish to change the
settings made with the auto setup
procedure.
F Menu tree F
Manual Setup
Speaker Setup
a Speaker Confi guration
s Subwoofer Mode
d Distance
f Channel Level
g Crossover Frequency
h Surround Speaker
Manual Setup
Front
Select front speaker size.
a
Speaker Confi guration
Select speaker confi guration and size.
(bass reproduction capability)
[Selectable items] Large Small
Center
Select center speaker use and size.
[Selectable items] Large Small None
Subwoofer
Select subwoofer use.
[Selectable items]Yes No
Surround A
Select surround speakers A use and size.
[Selectable items] Large Small None
Surround B
Select surround speakers B use and size.
[Selectable items] Large Small
None
Surround Back
Select surround back speaker use and size.
[Selectable items] Large Small None
2spkrs 1spkr
• Select “Large” or “Small” not according to the physical size of the
speaker but according to the low frequency reproduction capabilities
based on the frequency set at “Crossover Frequency” (vpage
29).
• When “Front” is set to “Small”, “Subwoofer” is automatically set to
“Yes”.
• If “Subwoofer” is set to “No”, “Front” is automatically set to
“Large”.
• If “Surround A” is set to “None”, “Surround B” and “Surround Back”
are automatically set to “None”.
• When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left
channel (SBL).
s
Subwoofer Mode
Select low range signal to be reproduced by subwoofer.
[Selectable items]LFE LFE+Main
• This can be set when GUI menu “Speaker Confi guration” –
“Subwoofer” is set to “Yes”.
• Play music or a movie source and select the mode offering the
strongest bass.
• Select “LFE+Main” if you want the bass signals to always be
produced from the subwoofer.
d
Distance
Set distance from listening position to speakers.
Before making the settings, measure the distance from
the listening position to the different speakers.
Meters / Feet
Select unit for distance.
Step
Select step. (smallest distance)
[Selectable items]
Default
Resets the settings to the default values.
Distance measurement
Select the speaker you want to set, then set the distance.
Set the value closest to the measured distance.
[Variable range]
NOTE
Set the distance between the listening position and the various
speakers to no more than 6.00 meters (20.0 ft).
Large
: Select this for a large speaker with strong bass
reproduction.
Small
: Select this for a smaller speaker with weaker bass
reproduction.
Setup
0.1m 0.01m
: Can be selected when “Meters” is set.
1ft 0.1ft
: Can be selected when “Feet” is set.
0.00m ~ 18.00m
: Display when “Meters” is set.
0.0ft ~ 60.0ft
: Display when “Feet” is set.
f
Surround ASurround B
Surround A+B
Channel Level
Adjust channel levels to obtain equal volume from all
speakers.
Mode
Select test tone playback method.
[Selectable items]Auto Manual
Surround
Select surround speaker from which test tone is output.
[Selectable items]A
B
A+B
Start
Output test tone.
[Variable range]
–12dB
~
0dB
~
+12dB
Default
Resets the settings to the default values.
Operating from the main remote control unit
Adjusting with the main remote control unit using the test tones is
only possible in the “Auto” mode and only effective in the STANDARD
mode. The adjusted levels for the different modes are automatically
stored in the memory.
GAdjusting using test tonesH
q Press the TEST button.
Test tones are output from the various speakers.
w Use the op button to adjust so that the volume is equal for all
speakers.
e When the adjustments are completed, press the TEST button
again.
• When the GUI menu “Speaker Configuration” – “Surround Back”
setting (vpage 28) is set to “1spkr”, the surround back speaker
display is set to “Surround Back”.
• Speakers set to “None” in the “Speaker Configuration” settings are
not displayed.
• “Surround” can be set when GUI menu “Speaker Configuration” –
“Surround A” or “Surround B” is set to “Large” or “Small” (vpage
28).
• When using surround speakers, be sure to adjust the volume of the
different speakers.
• When “Channel Level” is adjusted, the adjusted values are set for
all the surround modes. To adjust the channel level separately for the
different surround modes, use the operation see page 59.
g
Crossover Frequency
Select crossover frequency from which subwoofer handles
low range signal.
[Selectable items]
40Hz 60Hz 80Hz 90Hz 100Hz 110Hz
120Hz 150Hz 200Hz 250Hz
Only the portion of the bass sound of the various speakers output
from the subwoofer that has a frequency below the frequency set
here is output.
Set this according to the low frequency reproduction capabilities of the
speakers you are using.
Advanced
Set the crossover frequency separately for the different speakers.
• The “Crossover Frequency” can be set when there are speakers that
have been set to “Small” at GUI menu “Speaker Configuration” or
when “Subwoofer” is set to “Yes” (vpage 28).
• If GUI menu “Subwoofer Mode” (vpage 28) is set to “LFE”,
speakers set to “Small” at “Speaker Configuration” can be set. If set
to “LFE+Main”, this can be set regardless of the size of the speaker.
• For speakers set to “Small”, sound below the crossover frequency
is cut from the sound output. The cut bass sound is output from the
subwoofer or front speakers.
• Always set the crossover frequency to “80 Hz”. When using small
speakers, however, we recommend setting the crossover frequency
to a higher frequency.
:
h
Surround Speaker
Select surround speakers to use for each surround mode.
[Selectable items]A
Operating from the main remote control unit
Press the SPKR button.
• This can be set when GUI menu “Speaker Configuration” – “Surround
A” and “Surround B” are used (vpage 28).
• When using the pre-out connectors, select and use either “Surround
A” or “Surround B”.
• Make the surround speaker settings when the input mode is set to
“EXT. IN” at GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Audio Setup” – “EXT. IN
Setup” (vpage 30).
B
A+B
About Speaker Type Setting when Using Both
Surround speakers A and B
If “Small” is set for either surround speakers A or B, the output is the
same as when “Small” is set for both A and B.
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a
i/p Scaler
Make settings for i/p scaler function.
[Selectable items] A to H A to H & H to H OFF
HDMI Setup
Make settings for HDMI video/audio output.
F Menu tree F
Manual Setup
HDMI Setup
a i/p Scaler
s Resolution
d Progressive Mode
f Aspect
g Color Space
h RGB Range
j Auto Lip Sync
k Audio
s
Resolution
Make settings for resolution of HDMI video output signal.
[Selectable items]Auto 480p/576p 1080i 720p 1080p
NOTE
• It is not possible to convert “1080i” signals into “720p” format.
• It is not possible to convert “720p” signals into “1080i” format.
This can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to anything other than “OFF”.
d
Progressive Mode
Select optimum progressive mode for video material.
[Selectable items]
Auto Video1 Video2
This can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to anything other than “OFF”.
f
Aspect
This sets the aspect ratio when outputting 480i/576i or
480p/576p input signals from the HDMI output connector.
[Selectable items]Full Normal
This can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to anything other than “OFF”.
g
Color Space
Make settings for output color space.
[Selectable items]
YCbCr RGB
When connected to a monitor with a DVI-D connector (HDCP
compatible) using an HDMI/DVI converter cable, the signals are output
in RGB format, regardless of this setting.
h
RGB Range
Make settings for RGB output range.
[Selectable items]Normal Enhanced
A to H & H to H setting
• Deep color (10 bit/12 bit) signals are converted into 8-bit signals.
• The i/p scaler function does not work if xvYCC or computer’s
resolution signals are input.
j
Auto Lip Sync
Automatic compensation for timing shift in audio and video
output.
[Selectable items]ON OFF
k
Audio
Select HDMI audio output device.
[Selectable items]
Amp TV
a
EXT. IN Setup
Make speaker settings for EXT. IN mode playback.
Audio Setup
Make settings for audio playback.
F Menu tree F
Manual Setup
Audio Setup
a EXT.IN Setup
s 2ch Direct/Stereo
d Downmix Option
f Auto Surround Mode
g Manual EQ
Surround Speaker
Select the surround speakers to use.
[Selectable items]A
B
A+B
Subwoofer Level
Set the subwoofer level for playback.
Select according to the player in use.
[Selectable items]0dB +5dB +10dB +15dB
We recommend setting to “+15 dB”.
Setup
s
2ch Direct/Stereo
Make speaker settings for 2-channel mode playback.
Setting
To change the settings, select “Custom”.
[Selectable items]Basic
z: Use the same settings as in “Speaker Setup”.
z
Custom
Front
Select front speaker size.
[Selectable items]
Large
Small
Subwoofer
Select subwoofer use.
[Selectable items]Yes No
Subwoofer Mode
Select low range signal to be reproduced by subwoofer.
[Selectable items]LFE LFE+Main
Crossover
Select crossover frequency from which subwoofer handles low range
signal.
[Selectable items]40Hz 60Hz 80Hz 90Hz 100Hz
110Hz 120Hz 150Hz 200Hz 250Hz
d
Downmix Option
Set dynamic range for downmix playback of Dolby Digital
sources.
[Selectable items]ON OFF
• Set this to “ON” if the sound from the front speakers seems
distorted.
• When not using the center speaker or surround speakers, the
playback sound is down-mixed and output from the front speakers.
f
Auto Surround Mode
Make setting for memorizing surround mode setting for
each input signal type.
[Selectable items]ON OFF
• The auto surround mode function lets you store in the memory the
surround mode last used for playing the four types of input signals
listed below.
q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals
w Dolby Digital and DTS 2-channel signals
e Dolby Digital and DTS multi-channel signals
r Multi-channel signals other than Dolby Digital and DTS (PCM,
DSD, etc.)
• When playing in the PURE DIRECT mode, the surround mode does
not change even if the input signal is changed.
g
Manual EQ
Adjust tonal quality for each speaker using graphic
equalizer.
Adjust CH
Select speaker adjustment method.
[Selectable items] Each L/R All
Manual EQ
Select the speaker and frequency band and adjust the level.
[Selectable items]63 125 250 500 1k 2k 4k
8k 16k
[Variable range]–20dB ~ +6dB
Curve Copy
Copy “Flat” curve from Room EQ.
[Selectable items]Yes No
“Curve Copy” is displayed after the auto setup procedure has been
performed.
Default
Resets the settings to the default values.
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Setup
Distance FL
Set distance from listening position to front left speaker.
[Variable range] 0.00m ~ 18.00m
Distance FR
Set distance from listening position to front right speaker.
[Variable range] 0.00m ~ 18.00m
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Network Setup
Make network settings.
F Menu tree F
Manual Setup
Network Setup
a Network Setup
s Other
d Network Information
a
Network Setup
Make settings for LAN.
To acquire the IP address automatically
using the DHCP function
To enter the IP address manually
Turn on the AVR-3808’s power.
At the GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Network
Setup” – “Detail” setting, set “DHCP” to “OFF”
and enter the IP address, subnet mask, default
gateway, primary DNS and secondary DNS.
To not pass through the proxy serverTo connect via proxy server
At the GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Network
Setup” – “Proxy” setting, set “Proxy” to “ON”
and enter the address or domain name and
port numbers.
This setting is required when the network
is established via proxy servers.
Recheck the connections and settings if you cannot connect to the Internet (vpage 20).
This completes the setting.
NOTE
Knowledge about networks is required to make the IP address and proxy settings. For details, consult a network administrator.
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s
Other
Make setting for amp power save mode and computer
language environment.
Power Saving
Make setting for power saving when not connected to network.
[Selectable items] ON OFF
PC Language
Select computer environment language.
[Selectable items] ara chi (smpl) chi (trad) cze dan
dut eng fi n fre ger gre heb
hun ita jpn kor nor pol por
por (BR) rus spa swe tur
d
Network Information
Display network information.
[Items to be checked] DHCP= ON or OFF IP Address
MAC Address
Character
Set the character code type of the MP3 ID3-Tag played by USB.
[Selectable items]Auto Latin Japanese
If the characters are not properly displayed when set to “Auto”, set to
“Latin” or “Japanese”.
Zone Setup
Make settings for audio playback in a multizone system.
F Menu tree F
Manual Setup
Zone Setup
a ZONE2
s ZONE3
a
ZONE2
Make settings for audio playback in a ZONE2 system.
s
ZONE3
Make settings for audio playback in a ZONE3 system.
Bass
Adjust low frequency range (bass).
[Variable range]–10dB
~
0dB
~
+10dB
Treble
Adjust high frequency range (treble).
[Variable range]–10dB
~
0dB
~
+10dB
HPF
When using speakers that cannot satisfactorily play low frequencies,
distortion of the bass sound can be reduced by setting “HPF” to
“ON”.
[Selectable items] ON OFF
Lch Level
Adjust the left channel output level.
[Variable range]–12dB
~
0dB
~
+12dB
Rch Level
Adjust the right channel output level.
[Variable range]–12dB
~
0dB
~
+12dB
Channel
Switch between stereo and mono output.
[Selectable items] Stereo Mono
When GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “Amp Assign”
(vpage 34) is set to “ZONE (MONO)”, the “Channel” setting is
automatically set to “Mono”.
Volume Level
Adjust the main volume level.
[Selectable items] Variable –40dB 0dB
“Variable” is displayed when a power amplifi er is assigned to the
ZONE2 output channel at GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup”
– “Amp Assign” (vpage 34).
Volume Limit
Make a setting for maximum volume.
[Selectable items] OFF –20dB –10dB 0dB
Power On Level
Defi ne the volume setting that is active when the power is turned on.
[Selectable items] Last – – – –70dB ~ +18dB
Mute Level
Set the amount of attenuation when muting is on.
[Selectable items] Full –40dB –20dB
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Option Setup
Make various other settings.
F Menu tree F
Manual Setup
Option Setup
a Amp Assign
s Volume Control
d Source Delete
f GUI
g Quick Select Name
h Trigger Out 1
j Trigger Out 2
k Remote ID
l 2Way Remote
A0 Dimmer
A1 Setup Lock
A2 Maintenance Mode
A3 Firmware Update
The places where the surround back amplifi er are used can be set
freely according to the usage environment. This makes it possible to
output sound to rooms other than the room (the main zone) where
surround playback is performed (multi-zone playback) or play the sound
with high quality using the front speakers (bi-amp connections).
a
Amp Assign
Defi ne how the amplifi er for the surround back speaker
channels is used.
For details, see “Amp Assign / Multi-Zone Connections and Operations”
(vpage 69 ~ 71).
[Selectable items]
7.1CH ZONE2 ZONE3 ZONE(MONO) Bi-Amp 2CH
s
Volume Control
Set the main zone volume setting.
Volume Limit
Make a setting for maximum volume.
[Selectable items] OFF –20dB –10dB 0dB
Power On Level
This sets the volume set when the main zone’s power is turned on.
[Selectable items] Last – – – –80dB ~ +18dB
Mute Level
This sets the amount of attenuation of the volume when the mute
mode is set in the main zone.
[Selectable items]
Full –40dB –20dB
d
Source Delete
Remove input sources that are not used from the display.
[Selectable items]ON Delete
NOTE
• Input sources being used in the various zones cannot be deleted.
• Input sources set to “Delete” cannot be selected from GUI menu
“Source Select” or using the SOURCE SELECT knob on the main unit
or SOURCE SELECT button on the remote control unit.
f
GUI
Make GUI related settings.
Screensaver
Make screensaver settings.
Use the screensaver to prevent burn-in on the monitor screen.
When set to “ON”, the screensaver is activated if there is no activity
for about 3 minutes.
[Selectable items]
ON OFF
Wall Paper
Change the GUI background.
[Selectable items] Picture Black Gray Blue
Format
Select the video output signal format to match the monitor.
[Selectable items]PAL NTSC
NOTE
When a format other than the video format of the connected monitor
is set, the picture will not be displayed properly. Use the procedure
described below to change the video format.
Operating from the main unit
q Press and hold the STATUS and RETURN buttons for at least 3
seconds.
“Video Format” appears on the display.
w Use the op button to make the setting.
e Press the ENTER, MENU or RETURN button to complete the setting.
Setup
Text
Text information display.
[Selectable items] ON OFF
Master Volume
Master volume display during adjustment.
[Selectable items] ON OFF
NET/USB / iPod / Tuner
This sets the time the on-screen display is displayed when an operation
is performed.
[Selectable items] Always 30s 10s OFF
g
Quick Select Name
Change the Quick Select name.
Up to 16 characters can be input.
Select the conditions to turn on the trigger out 1 with
respect to the zone, input source, surround mode, HDMI
monitor, etc.
For details about the trigger out function, see page 21.
j
Trigger Out 2
This sets the conditions to turn on the trigger out 2, in the
same way as “Trigger Out 1” above.
[Selectable items] ON – – –
Setting with Respect to the Zone
• When the power of the zone turned on/off, the trigger out turns on.
• Associated with the power supply of zones set to “ON”.
Setting with Respect to the Input Source
• When the input source set to on is selected, the trigger out turns
on.
• Associated with respect to the input source for zones set to “ON” at
“Setting with Respect to the Zone”.
Setting with Respect to the Surround Mode
• When the surround mode set to on is selected, the trigger out turns
on.
• Associated with respect to surround modes that are set to “ON”.
• This can be set if the “MAIN ZONE” setting at “Setting with Respect
to the Zone” is set to “ON”.
• Associated when an input source for which “Setting with Respect to
the Input Source” is set to “ON” is selected.
Setting with Respect to the Monitor
• When the HDMI monitor set to on is selected, the trigger out turns
on.
• Associated with respect to HDMI monitor that are set to “ON”.
• This can be set if the “MAIN ZONE” setting at “Setting with Respect
to the Zone” is set to “ON”.
• Associated when an input source for which “Setting with Respect to
the Input Source” is set to “ON” is selected.
k
Remote ID
Set remote control ID.
Match the ID setting of the remote control unit and the
receiver.
[Selectable items]
• When changing the remote ID, also change the AMP, iPod, TU and
NET/DTU modes of the main remote control unit at the same time
(vpage 63).
• When changing the remote ID, also change the sub remote control
unit at the same time (vpage 68).
l
2Way Remote
Make setting for 2-way remote control unit.
[Selectable items]
When using a 2-way remote control unit (RC-7000CI and RC-7001RCI,
sold separately), set this to “Used”.
A0
Dimmer
Adjust display brightness of the receiver.
[Selectable items] Bright Dim Dark OFF
Operating from the main unit
Press the DIMMER button.
1 2 3 4
Used Not Used
BrightDim
DarkOFF
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A1
Setup Lock
Protect settings from inadvertent change.
[Selectable items] ON OFF
• When “Setup Lock” is set to “ON”, the settings listed below can
no longer be changed. Also, “SETUP LOCKED!” is displayed if you
attempt to operate related buttons.
⋅ GUI menu operations
⋅ RESTORER
⋅ Night Mode
⋅ Parameter
⋅ Room EQ
⋅ Channel Level
⋅ Audio Delay
⋅ Video Format / GUI Language
• To cancel the setting, press the MENU button to re-display the “Setup
Lock” screen, then change the setting to “OFF”.
A2
Maintenance Mode
This sets the function for maintenance by a DENON
serviceperson or installer. (For professional use only.)
NOTE
Only use this function if so instructed by a DENON serviceperson or
installer.
This function allows a DENON serviceperson or installer to check the
AVR-3808’s status and make settings via the Internet.
Language
This sets the language used on the display
screens.
F Menu tree F
Manual Setup
Language
[Selectable items]
English
Deutsch Français
Italiano
Español Nederlands Svenska
Operating from the main unit
b The GUI menu is not displayed when performing this setting.
q Press and hold the STATUS and RETURN buttons for at least 3
seconds.
“Video Format” appears on the display.
w Use the ui button to set “GUI Language”.
e Use the op button to make the setting.
r Press the ENTER, MENU or RETURN button to complete the setting.
NOTE
• Connection to the network and specifi c settings are required to
update the fi rmware. For details, see page 20, 32, 33.
• Do not turn off the power until updating is completed.
• Normally there is no need to use this function, aside from the cases
described below.
⋅ The Firmware Update function is only used for updating the
fi rmware (free or for a charge) via the Internet, for example for the
purpose of adding functions to the AVR-3808 in the future.
⋅ Information regarding the Firmware Update function will be
announced on the DENON web site each time related plans are
defi ned.
⋅ A broadband connection to the Internet is required to use this
function (v page 20).
⋅ Even with a broadband connection to the Internet, approximately 1
hour is required for the updating procedure to be completed. Once
updating starts, normal operations on the AVR-3808 cannot be
performed until updating is completed.
Furthermore, updating the fi rmware may reset the backup data for
the parameters, etc., set for the AVR-3808.
DisplayDescription
Updating failedUpdating failed.
Login failedFailure to log into server.
Server is busyServer is busy. Wait a while then try again.
Connection failedFailure connecting to server.
Regist failedFailure registering to server.
b If the display reads as shown below, check the settings and network
environment, then update again.
A3
Firmware Update
Update the fi rmware of the receiver.
Start
:
Execute the update process.
When updating starts, the power indicator lights red. “Updating
zzz” is shown on the display during updating. Once updating is
completed, “Updating complete” is displayed.
“Latest fi rmware” is displayed when the fi rmware is the latest
version.
[Selectable items]
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Use this procedure to select the input source and make the settings
related to playing input sources.
Source Select
Input Source Selection
F Menu tree F
Source Select
TUNER
PHONO
CD
DVD
HDP
TV/CBL
SAT
VCR
DVR
V.AUX
NET/USB
Operating from the main unit or main remote
control unit
GOperation on the main unitH
Turn the SOURCE SELECT knob.
b If “Rec Select” or “Video Select” is selected for the input source,
press the SOURCE button before turning the SOURCE SELECT knob.
GOperation on the main remote control unitH
Press the SOURCE SELECT button.
The desired input source can be selected directly.
(Main unit)(Main remote control unit)
a
Play
The playback screen is displayed.
[Input source]
[Selectable items] Start
TUNER NET/USB
(
iPod
)
s
Auto Preset
Use the auto preset function to program radio stations.
[Input source]TUNER
If an FM station cannot be preset automatically, select the desired
station by tuning it in manually, then preset it manually.
Settings Related to Playing
Input Sources
F Menu tree F
Source Select
TUNER
a Play
s Auto Preset
d Preset Skip
f Preset Name
g Input Mode
h Rename
j Other
PHONO
g Input Mode
h Rename
j Other
CD, DVD, HDP, TV/CBL, SAT, VCR, DVR, V.AUX
a Play
z
k Playback Mode (iPod)
z
l Assign
g Input Mode
h Rename
j Other
NET/USB
a Play
A0 Playback Mode
g Input Mode
h Rename
j Other
[Selectable items] ON Skip
d
Preset Skip
Set the preset memories that you do not want to display
when tuning.
[Input source]TUNER
When set “All” to “Skip”, it is possible to skip entire preset memory
blocks (A to G).
A ~ G
Select the preset channel(s) you do not want to display.
[Selectable items]
All 1
2 3 4 5 6 7
8
z : “Play” and “Playback Mode (iPod)” are displayed for input sources
for which “iPod dock” is assigned.
To operate the AVR-3808 using the main remote control unit, set the
remote control unit to the AMP mode (vpage 60 “Remote Control
Unit Operations”).
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f
Preset Name
Assign name to a preset memory.
Names containing up to 8 characters can be input.
A1 ~ G8
Select the preset memory number.
[Input source]TUNER
Setup
[Characters that can be input]
A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 ! “ # % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] (space)
g
Input Mode
Make input mode and decode mode settings for this
source.
The selectable input modes depend on the input source
and “Assign” setting (vpage 39).
Input Mode
Set the input mode for this source.
[Input source]TUNER PHONO
[Selectable items]
[Input source]NET/USB
[Selectable items]
[Input source]
CD DVD HDP TV/CBL SAT VCR DVR V.AUX
[Selectable items]
Auto
HDMI Digital Analog EXT. IN
Analog
Auto
EXT. IN
EXT. IN
Operating from the main unit or main remote
control unit
Press the INPUT MODE button on the main unit or the INPUT button on
the main remote control unit.
Auto
EXT. IN
z1: This can be selected for input sources for which the GUI menu
“Assign” setting is set to “HDMI” (vpage 39). Excluding CD.
z2: This can be selected for input sources for which the GUI menu
“Assign” setting is set to “Digital” (vpage 39).
HDMI
z1
Analog
Digital
z2
Decode Mode
Set the decode mode for this source.
[Input source]CD DVD HDP TV/CBL SAT VCR
DVR V.AUX
[Selectable items] Auto PCM DTS
iPod
(
)
• This can be selected for input sources for which the GUI menu
“Assign” setting is set to “HDMI” or “Digital” (vpage 39).
• Only set “PCM” and “DTS” when playing the respective signals.
j
Other
Make various other settings.
Video Select
Switch video input source while listening to audio signal.
[Selectable items]
DVD HDP TV/CBL SAT VCR DVR V.AUX
Operating from the main unit
Press the VIDEO SELECT button, then turn the SOURCE SELECT knob until
the desired picture appears.
b To cancel, press the main unit’s VIDEO SELECT button, then turn the
main unit’s SOURCE SELECT knob and select “Source”.
Source
NOTE
• It is not possible to select HDMI input signals.
• When playing HDMI video input signals, the analog video signal of
another input source cannot be selected for the HDMI video output.
• Input sources for which “Delete” is selected at “Source Delete”
cannot be selected.
Video Convert
Automatically convert video input signal to monitor output format.
[Input source]DVD HDP TV/CBL SAT VCR DVR
h
Rename
V.AUX
Change the display name for this source.
Names containing up to 8 characters can be input.
[Characters that can be input]
A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 ! “ # % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] (space)
[Selectable items]
NOTE
When a non-standard video signal from a game machine or some other
source is input, the video conversion function might not operate. If this
happens, please set the conversion mode to “OFF”.
ON
OFF
Source Level
Corrects the playback level of the selected input source’s audio input.
• When a digital signal is properly input, the “” or “”
indicator lights on the display. If the “” indicator does not light,
check the digital input connector assignment and the connections.
• The surround mode cannot be set if the input mode is set to “EXT.
IN”.
[Variable range]
For input sources for which “HDMI” and “Digital” are set at the GUI
menu “Assign” setting, the analog input level and digital input level can
be set separately.
–12dB
~
0dB
~
+12dB
k
Playback Mode (iPod)
Make settings for “iPod” playback.
Repeat
Make settings for repeat mode.
[Input source]
CD DVD HDP TV/CBL SAT VCR
DVR V.AUX
[Selectable items]
All One OFF
Shuffle
Make settings for shuffle mode.
[Input source]
CD DVD HDP TV/CBL SAT VCR
DVR V.AUX
[Selectable items]
This can be selected for input sources for which “Assign” is assigned
at the “iPod dock” setting.
l
Assign
Songs Albums OFF
Assign input sources to input connectors.
HDMI
Select HDMI connector to assign to this source.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
Input
source
Default
setting
DVDHDPTV/CBLSATVCRDVRV.AUX
HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3NoneNoneHDMI4None
DVD HDP TV/CBL SAT VCR
DVR V.AUX
1 2 3 4 None
• With HDMI, the video and audio signals are transferred simultaneously.
When HDMI is assigned to an input source, the audio signal switches
to HDMI along with the video signal. To use with the digital audio
input connectors assigned, set GUI menu “Input Mode” to “Digital”
(vpage 38).
• When the AVR-3808 and monitor are connected with an HDMI cable,
if the monitor is not compatible with HDMI audio signal playback,
only the video signals are output to the monitor.
• The audio signals input from the analog, digital and EXT. IN connectors
are not output to the monitor.
NOTE
This cannot be set for input sources for which “iPod dock” is
assigned.
Digital
Select digital input connector to assign to this source.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
Input
source
Default
setting
z: When a DENON DVD player and the DENON LINK have been
CDDVDHDP TV/CBLSATVCRDVRV.AUX
Coaxial 3Coaxial
connected, be sure to make a setting to “DENON LINK”.
NOTE
• This cannot be set for input sources for which “iPod dock” is
assigned.
• When “DENON LINK” is assigned at the GUI menu “Assign” setting,
the PCM signals, network audio signals (Internet radio, music server
and USB) input from the digital input connectors cannot be output
from the ZONE2 and ZONE3 audio output connectors and the analog
REC OUT connectors.
CD DVD HDP TV/CBL SAT
VCR DVR V.AUX
Coaxial1 ~ 3 Optical1 ~ 4
DENON LINKz None
Coaxial 2Optical 1Optical 3Optical 2Optical
None
1
4
Component
Select component video input to assign to this source.
[Input source]
DVD HDP TV/CBL SAT VCR
DVR V.AUX
[Selectable items]
Input
source
Default
setting
This cannot be set for input sources for which “iPod dock” is
assigned.
DVDHDPTV/CBLSATVCRDVRV.AUX
Component 1Component 2Component
1 2 3 None
NoneNoneNoneNone
3
iPod dock
Assign Control Dock for iPod to this source.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
• With the default settings, the Control Dock for iPod can be used
connected to the VCR (iPod) connector.
• Even if “iPod dock” is set to “Assign”, if the set is not connected to
a Control dock for iPod, the input source can be used as the normal
input source.
CD DVD HDP TV/CBL SAT VCR
DVR V.AUX
Assign None
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Front Rear
All One OFF
ON OFF
A0
Playback Mode
Make settings for “NET/USB” playback.
[Input source]
USB Select
Select USB port to use.
[Selectable items]
[Selectable items]
[Selectable items]
Repeat
Make settings for repeat mode.
Random
Make random mode settings.
Favorites All Music
Direct Play
Set the folder to be played using the DIRECT PLAY button on the sub
remote control unit.
[Selectable items]
Match the port to be used and the setting.
Input signalDisplay
Dolby
Digital
Source
DOLBY DIGITAL
(other than 2ch) /
DOLBY DIGITAL
EX
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL EX
DOLBY DIGITAL+PLgx CINEMA
DOLBY DIGITAL+PLgx MUSIC
DOLBY DIGITAL
Plus
DOLBY DIGITAL +
DOLBY TrueHDDOLBY TrueHD
DTS
Surround
Source
DTS (5.1ch) /
DTS-ES Discrete
6.1 /
DTS-ES Matrix
6.1 /
DTS 96/24
DTS SURROUND
DTS+PLgx CINEMA
DTS+PLgx MUSIC
DTS+NEO:6
DTS ES MTRX6.1 (z1)
DTS ES DSCRT6.1 (z2)
DTS 96/24 (z3)
DTS-HD High
Resolution Audio
DTS-HD HI RES
DTS-HD Master
Audio
DTS-HD MSTR
DVD-
Audio,
SACD
PCM (multi ch) /
DSD (multi ch)
MULTI CH IN
MULTI IN+PLgx CINEMA
MULTI IN+PLgx MUSIC
MULTI CH IN 7.1
Select the “Cinema”, “Music”, “Game” and “Pro Logic” modes at GUI
menu “Parameter” – “Audio” – “Surround Parameters” – “Mode”
(vpage 42).
z1 : This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Matrix 6.1”
and the AVR-3808’s “AFDM” setting is set to “ON”.
z2 : This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Discrete
6.1”.
z3 : This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS 96/24”.
For details, see page 78.
STANDARD
:
This mode is for decoding the input signals according to their format
and playing surround sound.
The display when the STANDARD mode is selected depends on the
input signal and surround back output playback mode.
[Selectable items]
Playing Multi-channel Sources
(Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.)
DOLBY PLgx
DTS NEO:6
Surround Playback of 2-channel Sources
[Selectable items]
• When not using a surround back speaker
DOLBY PLg
DTS NEO:6
DOLBY PLgx
or DOLBY PLg
: The signals are decoded in DOLBY PLgx or
DOLBY PLg for playback.
Cinema
: This mode is suited for movie sources.
Music
: This mode is suited for music sources.
Game
: This mode is suited for games.
Pro Logic
: This is the Pro Logic playback mode. This can
be selected when playing with a DOLBY PLg
decoder. When this mode is selected, “DOLBY
PL” is displayed.
DTS NEO:6
: The signals are decoded in DTS NEO:6 for
playback.
Cinema
: This mode is suited for movie sources.
Music
: This mode is suited for music sources.
[Selectable items]
Standard Playback
This is the standard mode for enjoying surround sound
according to the program source.
Surround Modes
• When using a surround back speaker
To select these surround modes using the buttons on the main unit
and main remote control unit, press the STANDARD button. The mode
switches each time the button is pressed.
Setup
NET/USB
DSP Simulation Playback
The desired mode according to the program source and
viewing situation can be selected from among 10 DENON
original surround modes.
The surround parameters can be adjusted (vpage 76, 77)
to achieve an even more realistic, powerful sound field.
Stereo Playback
[Selectable items]
STEREO
This is the mode for playing in stereo. The tone can be adjusted.
Sound is output from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
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Playback in the PURE DIRECT Mode
This is the mode that recreates the original sound most
faithfully, providing extremely high quality sound.
Press the PURE DIRECT button.
[Selectable items]
7CH STEREO
WIDE SCREEN
SUPER STADIUM
ROCK ARENA
JAZZ CLUB
CLASSIC CONCERT
MONO MOVIE
VIDEO GAME
MATRIX
VIRTUAL
: This mode is for enjoying stereo sound from
all speakers.
: This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere of
viewing a movie on a large screen.
: This mode is suited for viewing sports
programs.
: This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere of a
live concert in an arena.
: This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere of a
live concert in a jazz club.
: This mode is for appreciating classical concert
programs.
z
: This mode is for playing monaural movie
sources with surround sound.
: This mode is suited for achieving surround
sound with video games.
: This mode lets you add a sense of expansion
to stereo music sources.
: This mode is for enjoying surround effects
using only the front speakers or headphones.
z: When playing sources recorded in monaural in the MONO MOVIE
mode, the sound will be off balance with a single channel (left or
right), so input to both channels.
• To select these surround modes using the buttons on the main
remote control unit, press the SIMU button. The mode switches each
time the button is pressed.
• Depending on the program source being played, it may not be
possible to achieve a satisfactory surround effect. In this case, try
other modes to achieve a sound field suited to your tastes.
Direct Playback
[Selectable items]
DIRECT
In this mode the signals bypass the tone adjustment circuitry for high
quality sound.
The sound is output to the same channels as the input signal.
The display when the DIRECT mode is selected depends on the input
signal.
For multi-channel sources, the display depends on the surround back
output’s play mode.
z : When DSD signals are converted to PCM signals as set by the
For details, see page 79.
:
Input signal
Analog signal /
PCM (2ch) /
Dolby Digital source /
DTS source /
Other 2-channel digital signals
DSD (2ch)DSD DIRECT (z)
PCM (multi ch)
DSD (multi ch)DSD MULTI DIRECT (z)
audio parameters and speaker settings, “DIRECT” or “MULTI CH
DIRECT” is displayed.
DIRECT
MULTI CH DIRECT
M DIRECT + PLgx CINEMA
M DIRECT + PLgx MUSIC
M DIRECT 7.1
Display
• When in the PURE DIRECT mode, the GUI screen is not displayed
and the display on the main unit is turned off.
• If the HDMI input connector is selected, video outputs are output in
the PURE DIRECT mode.
• The channel level and surround parameters in the PURE DIRECT
mode are the same as in the DIRECT mode.
Setup
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Parameter
Cinema Music Game
Pro Logic
z
Audio
Adjust various audio parameters.
F Menu tree F
Parameter
Audio
a Surround Parameters
s Tone
d Room EQ
f RESTORER
g Night Mode
h Audio Delay
Cinema Music
Parameters can be called out directly by pressing the PARA button on
the main remote control unit.
a
Surround Parameters
Adjust surround sound parameters.
The adjustable parameters differ for the different surround
modes (vpage 76, 77).
Mode
Select the mode according to the playback source.
[Selectable items]
In the PLgx or PLg mode:
In the DTS NEO:6 mode:
z: Can be selected in the PLg mode.
The “Music” mode is also effective for movie sources including a lot
of stereo music.
0
~ 3 ~
6
Dimension
Shift sound image center to front or rear, to adjust playback balance.
[Variable range]
0
~ 3 ~
7
0 ms
~
30 ms
~
300 ms
Delay Time
Adjust delay time to control sound stage size.
Effect
Switch effect signal for multi-surround speakers on and off.
Center Width
Assign center channel signal to front left and right channels for wider
sound.
[Variable range]
[Variable range]
ON OFF[Selectable items]
–10dB
~
0dB
0.0
~
0.3
~
1.0
Cinema EQ
Soften the treble range of movie soundtracks for better
understanding.
D.COMP
Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds).
LFE
Adjust the low-frequency effects level (LFE).
Center Image
Assign center channel signal to front left and right channels for wider
sound.
Panorama
Assign front L/R signal also to surround channels, for wider sound.
[Selectable items]
[Variable range]
[Variable range][Selectable items]
[Selectable items]
ON OFF
ON OFF
OFF Low Middle High
When playing DTS sources, this is only displayed for compatible
software.
For proper playback of the different program sources, we recommend
setting to the values below.
• Dolby Digital sources: “0 dB”
• DTS movie sources: “0 dB”
• DTS music sources: “–10 dB”
DRC
Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds).
[Selectable items] Auto Low Middle High OFF
This can be set in the Dolby TrueHD mode.
Setup
Effect Level
Adjust effect signal level.
[Variable range]
Set to a lower level if the positioning and sense of phase of the
surround signals seems unnatural.
1
~ 10 ~
15
Room Size
Determine size of acoustic environment.
[Selectable items]
Small Medium small Medium
Medium large Large
NOTE
“Room Size” does not indicate the size of the room in which sources
are played.
AFDM
Auto-select surround mode by source.
This function only works for software containing a special identification
signal.
If the software being played is recorded in Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES,
it is played in 6.1-channels. If not, it is played in 5.1-channels.
ON OFF[Selectable items]
Example : Playing Dolby Digital software (with EX flag)
• When “AFDM” is set to “ON”, the surround mode is automatically
set to the DOLBY + PLgx CINEMA mode.
• To play in the Dolby Digital EX mode, set “AFDM” to “OFF” and “SB
CH Out” to “MTRX ON”.
SB CH Out (for Multi-channel sources)
Select playback mode for surround back channels.
[Selectable items]
NON MTRX MTRX ON PLIIx CINEMA
ES MTRX
z1: This can be selected when “Surround Back” is set to “2spkrs”
z2: This can be selected when “Surround Back” is set to “2spkrs”
z3: This can be selected when playing DTS sources.
z4: This can be selected when playing DTS sources including a
z3
ES DSCRT
at the GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Speaker Setup” – “Speaker
Configuration” setting (vpage 28).
or “1spkr” at the GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Speaker Setup”
–“Speaker Configuration” setting.
discrete 6.1-channel signal identification signal.
z4
OFF
z1
PLIIx MUSIC
z2
SB CH Out (for 2-channel sources)
Determine whether to use surround back speakers.
ON OFF[Selectable items]
Subwoofer Att.
Attenuate subwoofer level when using EXT. IN mode.
ON OFF[Selectable items]
Set this to “ON” if the subwoofer channel level seems too high when
playing Super Audio CD.
Subwoofer
Turn subwoofer output on and off.
s
Tone
Adjust the tonal quality of the sound.
Tone Defeat
Turn tone adjustments off.
ON OFF[Selectable items]
The tone cannot be adjusted when in the DIRECT mode.
Bass
Adjust low frequency range (bass).
[Variable range]
–6dB ~ +6dB
Treble
Adjust high frequency range (treble).
[Variable range]
“Bass” and “Treble” can be set when “Tone Defeat” is set to “OFF”.
–6dB ~ +6dB
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Setup
Some Dolby Digital EX sources do not include EX flags. If the playback
mode does not switch automatically even when “AFDM” is set to
“ON”, set “SB CH Out” to “MTRX ON” or “PLgx CINEMA”.
ON OFF[Selectable items]
Default
Resets the settings to the default values.
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Mode 1
(RESTORER 64)
Mode 2
(RESTORER 96)
Mode 3
(RESTORER HQ)
d
Room EQ
Select room equalizer for current environment.
[Selectable items]
: Optimize frequency response of all speakers.
: Optimize frequency response of speakers
except front L and R speakers.
: Optimize frequency response of all speakers to
flat response.
: Apply frequency response set with “Manual
EQ”.
: Turn equalizer off.
Setup
Audyssey
Audyssey Byp. L/R
Audyssey Flat
Manual
OFF
Operating from the main unit or main remote
control unit
Press the ROOM EQ button on the main unit or the EQ button on the
main remote control.
Audyssey
OFFManual
When “Audyssey” is selected, “” lights.
When “Audyssey Byp. L/R” or “Audyssey Flat” is selected, or when
the auto setup measuring results have changed, “” lights.
• “Audyssey”, “Audyssey Byp. L/R” and “Audyssey Flat” can be
selected after the auto setup procedure has been performed.
• If the settings of the speakers for which “None” has been determined
at “Auto Setup” are changed, “Audyssey”, “Audyssey Byp. L/R” and
“Audyssey Flat” cannot be selected and measurements have to be
taken again to include the newly-added speakers.
• When using headphones, “Room EQ” is always set to “OFF”.
Audyssey Byp. L/R
Audyssey Flat
f
RESTORER
This function restores compressed audio signals to how
they were before compression and corrects the sense of
volume of the bass to obtain richer playback sound.
[Selectable items]
OFF
Mode1
Mode2
Mode3
The default setting for “NET/USB” and “iPod” is “Mode3”. All others
are set to “OFF”.
(RESTORER 64)
(RESTORER 96)
(RESTORER HQ)
Operating from the main unit or main remote
control unit
During playback, press the RESTORER button on the main unit or the
RSTR button on the main remote control unit.
When set to something other than “OFF”, “” is displayed.
OFF
About the RESTORER function
• Such compressed audio formats as MP3, WMA (Windows Media
Audio) and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the amount of data by eliminating
signal components that are hard for the human ear to hear. The
RESTORER function generates the signals eliminated upon
compression, restoring the sound to conditions near those of the
original sound before compression. It also corrects the sense of
volume of the bass to obtain richer sound with compressed audio
signals.
• This is displayed on the GUI menu and can be set when the input
source is set to “NET/USB” or when analog signals (including AM/
FM signals) or PCM signals (fs = 44.1/48 kHz) are input.
g
Night Mode
Optimized setting for late-night listening.
[Selectable items]
Operating from the main remote control unit
Press the NGT button.
The “” indicator lights when “Low”, “Middle” or “High” is
selected.
OFF
h
Audio Delay
OFF Low Middle High
LowMiddle
High
Compensate for mismatched timing between video and
audio.
Delay audio.
This sets the delay time for audio signals.
[Variable range]
Operating from the main unit or main remote
0 ms
~
200 ms
control unit
q Press the AUDIO DELAY button on the main unit or the A. DL button
on the main remote control unit.
w Use the op button to set.
• This cannot be adjusted when playing in the EXT. IN, DIRECT or
STEREO mode (with “Front” set to “Large”, “Tone Defeat” to “ON”
and “Room EQ” to “OFF”.)
• The adjustment range is 0 to 100 ms when the Auto Lipsync
Correction function is activated.
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Information
Power Select Source Volume Level
Select Source Name Surround Mode Input Mode
Assign Room EQ Video Select Src Level Rec Select
Night Mode RESTORER
etc.
Status
Shows information about current settings.
F Menu tree F
Information
Status
a MAIN ZONE
s ZONE2/3
a
MAIN ZONE
Shows information about settings for main zone.
The items displayed differ according to the input source.
s
ZONE2/3
Shows information about settings for multi-zone.
[Items to be checked]
[Items to be checked]
Audio Input Signal
Shows information about audio input
signals.
F Menu tree F
Information
Audio Input Signal
Surround Mode
: The currently set surround mode is displayed.
Signal
: The input signal type is displayed.
fs
: The input signal’s sampling frequency is
displayed.
Format
: The number of channels in the input signal (front,
surround, LFE) is displayed.
Offset
: The dialogue normalization correction value is
displayed.
Flag
: “MATRIX” is displayed if the input signal has
undergone matrix processing, “DISCRETE” if the
input signal has undergone discrete processing.
Dialogue normalization function
This is automatically activated when playing Dolby Digital sources.
This function automatically corrects the standard signal level for
individual program sources.
The correction value can be checked using the STATUS button on
the main unit.
The fi gure is the correction value when the standard level is
corrected.
[Items to be checked]
–6
~ 0 ~
+6
0
~
+12
Picture Adjust
Adjust the picture quality.
F Menu tree F
Parameter
Picture Adjust
a Contrast
s Brightness
d Chroma Level
f Hue
[Variable range]
[Variable range]
[Variable range]
[Variable range]
–6
~ 0 ~
+6
–6
~ 0 ~
+6
a
Contrast
Adjust picture contrast.
• Adjusting the “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Chroma Level” and “Hue”
settings does not affect the HDMI input signal.
• “Hue” can be adjusted for composite video and S-Video signals.
• The adjustment values are stored for the individual input sources.
s
Brightness
Adjust picture brightness.
d
Chroma Level
Adjust picture chroma level (saturation).
f
Hue
Adjust color hue.
Setup
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Quick Select
Shows information about quick select
settings.
F Menu tree F
Information
Quick Select
1
2
3
Preset Station
Shows information about preset stations.
F Menu tree F
Information
Preset Station
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
Select Source Input Mode Room EQ
Auto Surround Mode setting Volume Level
A1 ~ G8
[Items to be checked]
[Items to be checked]
[Input source]
For instructions on storing settings at Quick Select 1 to 3, see page
59.
When the STATUS button on the main unit is pressed, the set’s status
can be checked on the display.
Analog/PCM 2ch Digital 2ch Digital 5.1ch Multi ch
Auto Surround
Shows information about auto surround
mode settings.
The surround mode for which the last
memory function was used for the different
input signal types is displayed.
F Menu tree F
Information
Auto Surround
[Items to be checked]
Resolution Color Space Pixel Depth
HDMI Information
Shows information about HDMI input/output
signals and monitor.
F Menu tree F
Information
HDMI Information
a Signal Information
s Monitor
Interface Supported resol.
[Items to be checked]
[Items to be checked]
a
Signal Information
The HDMI input/output signal information is displayed.
s
Monitor
The HDMI monitor information is displayed.
Setup
TUNER NET/USB
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<ON/STANDBY><POWER>
<PHONES>SOURCE SELECTMASTER VOLUME
Playback
Playing Video and Audio Equipment
1
Prepare the equipment.
q Load the DVD, CD or other software in the player.
(vSee the operating instructions of the respective devices.)
w To play a video device, switch the monitor input.
(vSee the monitor’s operating instructions.)
2
To operate using the main remote control unit, set the
remote control unit to the AMP mode.
(vpage 60 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
3
Use SOURCE SELECT to select the input source.
: “Source Select” (vpage 37)
4
Start playback.
(vSee the operating instructions of the respective devices.)
About the button names in these explanations
< > : Buttons on the main unit
[ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only:
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
Preparations
1
Press <POWER>.
The power indicator lights red and the power is set to the standby
mode.
2
Press <ON/STANDBY> or [POWER ON].
The power indicator fl ashes green and the power turns on.
To operate the AVR-3808 using the main remote control unit, set the
remote control unit to the AMP mode (vpage 60 “Remote Control
Unit Operations”).
Turning the Power Off
q Press <ON/STANDBY> or [POWER OFF].
The power is set to the standby mode.
w Press <POWER>.
The power indicator turns off, and so does the power.
NOTE
Power continues to be supplied to some of the circuitry even when
the power is in the standby mode. When leaving home for long periods
of time or when traveling, either press <POWER> to turn off the power,
or unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
Turning the Power On
Either turn <MASTER VOLUME> or press [MASTER
VOLUME].
Press [MUTE].
To cancel, press [MUTE] again. Muting can also be canceled by adjusting
the master volume.
Plug the headphones into <PHONES>.
The sound from the speakers and pre-out connectors is automatically
cut.
NOTE
Be careful not to set the volume too high when using headphones.
Operations During Playback
Adjusting the Master Volume
Turning Off the Sound Temporarily (Muting)
Listening with Headphones
Basic Operation
[POWER ON]
[MUTE]
[POWER OFF]
MASTER VOLUME
SOURCE SELECT
[ AMP]
Playback
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Presetting Radio Stations
(Preset Memory)
Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you
can tune them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset.
1
Tune in the broadcast station you want to preset.
2
Press [MEMO].
3
Press [A ~ G] to select the block in which the station is
to be preset, then press [CHANNEL] or [1 ~ 8] to select
the preset number.
b The memory block can also be selected by pressing [SHIFT].
4
Press [MEMO] again to complete the setting.
• To preset other stations, repeat steps 1 to 4.
• Stations can be preset automatically at GUI menu “Source Select”
– “Tuner” – “Auto Preset” (vpage 37).
NOTE
Preset stations are erased by overwriting them.
1
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [TUNER]
(AMP mode) to select “TUNER”.
(AMP mode) to select “TUNER”.
: ”Source Select” (vpage 37)
2
To operate using the main remote control unit, set the
remote control unit to the TUNER () mode.
(vpage 60 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
3
Press [BAND] to select “FM” or “AM”.
4
Tune in the desired broadcast station.
q To tune in automatically (Auto Tuning)
Press [MODE] to light the “AUTO” indicator on the display, then use
[df] to select the station you want to hear.
w To tune in manually (Manual Tuning)
Press [MODE] to turn off the display’s “AUTO” indicator, then use
[df] to select the station you want to hear.
Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts
• It is also possible to switch to “FM” or “AM” in step 1 by pressing
[TUNER].
• If the desired station cannot be tuned in with auto tuning, tune it in
manually.
• When tuning in stations manually, press and hold [df] to change
frequencies continuously.
• The time for which the GUI menus are displayed can be set at GUI
menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “GUI” – “Tuner” (vpage
35).
Basic Operation
<TUNING PRESET>
<SOURCE SELECT>
About the button names in these explanations
< > : Buttons on the main unit
[ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only:
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
[ TU]
[SEARCH]
[TUNER]
[SHIFT]
[df]
[1 ~ 8]
[BAND]
[A ~ G]
[MODE]
[MEMO]
[CHANNEL]
(AMP mode),
( mode)
Playback
Listening to Preset Stations
Operation on the Main Unit
Press <TUNING PRESET>, then turn <SOURCE SELECT>
to select the preset radio station.
Operation on the Main Remote Control Unit
Press [A ~ G] to select the memory block.
1
Press [CHANNEL] or [1 ~ 8] to select the desired preset
2
channel.
n Default settings
Auto tuner presets
A1 ~ A8
B1 ~ B8
C1 ~ C8
D1 ~ D8
E1 ~ E8
F1 ~ F8
G1 ~ G8
87.5 / 89.1 / 98.1 / 108.0 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 /
90.1 MHz
522 / 603 / 999 / 1404 / 1611 kHz,
90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
RDS (Radio Data System)
Note that the RDS function only works when receiving
RDS compatible stations.
RDS (works only on the FM band) is a broadcasting service
which allows a station to send additional information along
with the regular radio program signal.
The following three types of RDS information can be
received with this unit:
Program Type (PTY)
PTY identifies the type of RDS program.
The program types and their displays are as follows:
NEWSNews
AFFAIRSCurrent Affairs
INFOInformation
SPORTSports
EDUCATEEducation
DRAMADrama
CULTURECulture
SCIENCEScience
VARIEDVaried
POP MPop Music
ROCK MRock Music
EASY M
LIGHT MLight Classical
CLASSICSSerious Classical
OTHER MOther Music
Easy Listening
Music
WEATHERWeather
FINANCEFinance
CHILDREN
SOCIALSocial Affairs
RELIGIONReligion
PHONE INPhone In
TRAVELTravel
LEISURELeisure
JAZZJazz Music
COUNTRYCountry Music
NATION MNational Music
OLDIESOldies Music
FOLK MFolk Music
DOCUMENT Documentary
Children’s
programmes
RDS Search
Use this function to automatically tune to FM stations that
provide the RDS service.
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [TUNER]
1
(AMP mode) to select “TUNER”.
To operate using the main remote control unit, set the
2
remote control unit to the TUNER () mode.
(vpage 60 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
Press [SEARCH] to select “RDS”.
3
Press [CHANNEL].
4
The search for RDS stations begins automatically.
b If no RDS stations are found with the above operation, all the
reception bands are searched.
b When a broadcast station is found, that station’s name appears on
the display.
To continue searching, repeat steps 2 to 3.
5
b If no RDS station is found when all the frequencies have been
searched, “NO RDS” is displayed.
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Playback
Traffic Program (TP)
TP identifies programs that carry traffic announcements.
This allows you to easily find out the latest traffic conditions in your
area before leaving home.
Radio Text (RT)
RT allows RDS stations to send text messages that appear on the
display.
NOTE
The operations described below using [SEARCH] will not function in
areas in which there are no RDS broadcasts.
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[ AMP]
[iPod]
[TUNER]
<SOURCE SELECT>
<ON/STANDBY>uiop
[SEARCH]
uiop
[CHANNEL]
[ TU]
Playback
( mode)
PTY Search
Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting a
designated program type (PTY).
For a description of each program type, refer to “Program
Type (PTY)”.
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [TUNER]
1
(AMP mode) to select “TUNER”.
To operate using the main remote control unit, set the
2
remote control unit to the TUNER () mode.
(vpage 60 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
Press [SEARCH] to select “PTY”.
3
Watching the display, press ui to call out the desired
4
program type.
Press [CHANNEL].
5
PTY search begins automatically.
b If there is no station broadcasting the designated program type
with the above operation, all the reception bands are searched.
b The station name is displayed on the display after searching
stops.
TP Search
Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting traffic
programs (TP stations).
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [TUNER]
1
(AMP mode) to select “TUNER”.
To operate using the main remote control unit, set the
2
remote control unit to the TUNER () mode.
(vpage 60 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
Press [SEARCH] to select “TP”.
3
Press [CHANNEL].
4
TP search begins automatically.
b If no TP station is found with the above operation, all the reception
bands are searched.
b The station name is displayed on the display after searching
stops.
To continue searching, repeat steps 2 to 3.
5
b If no other TP station is found when all the frequencies have been
searched, “NO PROGRAMME” is displayed.
0
About the button names in these explanations
< > : Buttons on the main unit
[ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only:
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
To continue searching, repeat steps 2 to 4.
6
b If no station broadcasting the designated program type is found
when all the frequencies have been searched, “NO PROGRAMME”
is displayed.
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1
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [TUNER]
(AMP mode) to select “TUNER”.
2
To operate using the main remote control unit, set the
remote control unit to the TUNER () mode.
(vpage 60 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
3
Press [SEARCH] to select “RT”.
b While receiving an RDS broadcast station, the text data broadcast
from the station is displayed.
b To turn the display off, press op.
b If no text data is being broadcast, “NO TEXT DATA” is displayed.
RT (Radio Text)
“RT” appears on the display when radio text data is
received.
iPod® Playback
The music on an iPod can be played by using the Control
Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately).
The operation can also be performed using the buttons on
the main unit or remote control unit while watching the GUI
menus.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
b The iPod may only be used to copy or play contents that are not
copyrighted or contents for which copying or playback is legally
permitted for your private use as an individual. Be sure to comply
with applicable copyright legislation.
1
Make the necessary preparations.
q Set the iPod in the DENON Control Dock for iPod.
(vSee the Control Dock for iPod’s operating instructions.)
w Assign the Control Dock for iPod’s input.
Assign the Control Dock for iPod’s input.
: ”Source Select” – “(input source)” – “Assign”–
”iPod dock” (vpage 39)
2
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [iPod] (AMP
mode) to select the input source assigned in step 1-w
above.
(iPod screen)
b If the screens above are not displayed, the iPod may not be
properly connected. Try connecting again.
: ”Source Select” – “(input source)” – “Play”
(vpage 37)
3
To operate using the main remote control unit, set the
remote control unit to the iPod mode.
(vpage 60 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
OK to disconnect.
Basic Operation
NOTE
• Depending on the type of iPod and the software version, some
functions may not operate.
• DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any loss of iPod
data.
• With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to the VCR
(iPod) connector.
• Use the RESTORER mode to expand the low and high frequency
components of compressed audio fi les and achieve a richer sound.
The default setting is “Mode3”.
• Press <ON/STANDBY> and set the AVR-3808’s power to the standby
mode before disconnecting the iPod. Also switch the input source
to one to which the GUI menu “iPod dock” is not assigned before
disconnecting the iPod.
Playback
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Shuffl ing playback
Press [CHANNEL +] or [RANDOM] on the sub remote control unit.
[Selectable items] Albums
Songs OFF
: ”Source Select” – “(input source)” –
”Playback Mode (iPod)” – “Shuffl e” (vpage 39)
Searching up or down pages
Press [SEARCH], then press o (down) or p (up).
To cancel, press ui or [SEARCH].
To switch between the Browse and Remote modes
Either press and hold [SEARCH].
• The title name, artist name and album name can be checked by
pressing <STATUS> during playback.
• On the AVR-3808, folder and fi le names can be displayed as titles. Any
characters that cannot be displayed are replaced with “ . (period)”.
• The time for which the GUI menus are displayed can be set at GUI
menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “GUI” – “iPod” (vpage
35).
Listening to Music
1
Use ui to select the menu, then press ENTER or p
to select the music le to be played.
2
Press ENTER or p.
Playback starts.
Stopping playback temporarily
During playback, press ENTER or [1].
Press again to resume playback.
Fast-forwarding or fast-reversing
During playback, either press and hold u (to fast-reverse) or i (to fastforward), or press [6] or [7].
To cue to the beginning of a track
During playback, either press u (to cue to the previous track) or i (to
cue to the next track), or press [8] or [9].
To stop
During playback, either press and hold ENTER or press [2].
Playing repeatedly
Press [CHANNEL –] or [REPEAT] on the sub remote control unit.
[Selectable items] All One OFF
: ”Source Select” – “(input source)” –
”Playback Mode (iPod)” – “Repeat” (vpage 39)
1
Press and hold [SEARCH] to set the Remote mode.
2
Watching the iPod’s screen, use ui to select
“Photos” or “Videos”.
3
Press ENTER until the image you want to view is
displayed.
“TV Out” at the iPod’s “Slideshow Settings” or “Video Settings” must
be set to “On” in order to display the iPod’s photo data or videos on
the monitor. For details, see the iPod’s operating instructions.
ENTER
uiop
<STATUS>
About the button names in these explanations
< > : Buttons on the main unit
[ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only:
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
[8], [9],
[6], [7],
[1], [2]
[ iPod]
[SEARCH]
[CHANNEL+/–]
uiop
ENTER
(Main remote control unit)
(Sub remote control unit)
[8]
[REPEAT]
[RANDOM]
[9]
[2]
[1/3]
Playback
Viewing Still Pictures or Videos on the
iPod
Photo and video data on the iPod can be viewed on the
monitor. (Only for iPod equipped with slideshow or video
functions.)
Playing Network Audio or USB
Memory Devices
This procedure can be used to play Internet radio stations or
music files stored on a computer or USB memory device.
n About the Internet radio function
• Internet radio refers to radio broadcasts distributed over the
Internet. Internet radio stations from around the world can be
tuned in.
The AVR-3808 is equipped with the following Internet radio
functions:
· Stations can be selected by genre and region.
· Up to 56 Internet radio stations can be preset.
· Internet radio stations in MP3 and WMA (Windows Media Audio)
format can be listened to.
· Your favorite radio stations can be registered by accessing an
exclusive DENON Internet radio URL from a Web browser on a
computer.
b The function is managed for individual users, so you must
provide your MAC or e-mail address.
Exclusive URL: http://www.radiodenon.com
b The radio station database service may be suspended without
notice.
• The AVR-3808’s Internet radio station list is created using a radio
station database service (vTuner). This database service provides a
list edited and created for the AVR-3808.
vTuner services may be discontinued without notice.
n Music server
This function lets you play music files and playlists (m3u, wpl)
stored on a computer (music server) connected to the AVR-3808
via a network.
With the AVR-3808’s network audio playback function, connection
to the server is possible using one of the technologies below.
· Windows Media Player Network Sharing Service
· Windows Media DRM10
n USB memory devices
A USB memory device can be connected to the AVR-3808’s USB
port to play music files stored on the USB memory device.
· Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage class and
MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) standards can be played on the
AVR-3808.
· The AVR-3808 is compatible with USB memor y devices in
“FAT16” or “FAT32” format.
[Compatible formats]
Internet
radio
WMA (Windows
Media Audio)
MP3 (MPEG-1
Audio Layer-3)
WAV–
MPEG-4 AAC–
FLAC (Free
Lossless Audio
Codec)
A server or server software compatible with distribution in the
corresponding formats is required to play music files via a network.
z: Only files that are not protected by copyright can be played on the
AVR-3808.
Contents downloaded from pay sites on the Internet are copyright
protected. Also, files encoded in WMA format when ripped from a
CD, etc., on a computer may be copyright protected, depending on
the computer’s settings.
b Music server and USB
· The AVR-3808 is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standards.
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Playback
Installing Windows Media Player ver. 11
q If Windows XP Service Pack 2 has not yet been installed, either
download it free of charge from Microsoft or install it via a
Windows update installer.
w Download the latest version of Windows Media Player ver.
11, either directly from Microsoft or using a Windows update
installer.
b When using Windows Vista, there is no need to download a new
version of Windows Media Player.
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Stopping playback temporarily
During playback, press ENTER.
Press again to resume playback.
To stop
During the play or pause mode, press and hold ENTER.
Searching up or down pages
Press [SEARCH], then press o (down) or p (up).
To cancel, press ui or [SEARCH].
Searching by fi rst letter (Character search)
This operation is convenient for choosing items from the menu screens
for Internet radio stations or fi les stored on the computer.
q When the menu screen is displayed, press [SEARCH] twice.
w Use op to select the fi rst letter you want to search for.
If there are multiple items starting with the selected letter, they are
displayed in alphabetical order.
If it is not possible to search the list, “Unsorted list...” is displayed.
• Use the RESTORER mode to expand the low and high frequency
components of compressed audio fi les and achieve a richer sound.
The default setting is “Mode3”.
• The time for which the GUI menus are displayed can be set at GUI
menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “GUI” – “NET/USB”
(vpage 35).
• The display can be switched between the artist name, track name,
album name.
ENTER
<SOURCE SELECT>uiop
[NET/USB]
[ NET/DTU]
ENTER
[SEARCH]
[1 ~ 8]
[A ~ G]
[MEMO]
uiop
About the button names in these explanations
< > : Buttons on the main unit
[ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only:
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
1
Make the necessary preparations.
q Check the network environment, then turn on the AVR-3808’s
power. (vpage 20 “Network Audio”)
w If settings are required, make the network settings.
(vpage 32, 33 “Network Setup”)
e Prepare the computer. (vComputer’s operating instructions)
Install “Windows Media Player ver. 11”.
2
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [NET/USB]
(AMP mode) to select “NET/USB”.
(AMP mode) to select “NET/USB”.
: “Source Select” –“NET/USB” –“Play”
(vpage 37)
3
To operate using the main remote control unit, set the
remote control unit to the NET/DTU () mode.
(vpage 60 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
4
Use ui to select the menu, then press ENTER or p
to select the le you want to play.
5
Press ENTER or p.
Playback starts.
Basic Operation
• There are many Internet radio stations on the Internet, and the
quality of the programs they broadcast as well as the bit rate of the
tracks varies widely.
Generally, the higher the bit rate, the higher the sound quality, but
depending on the communication lines and server traffi c, the music
or audio signals being streamed may be interrupted.
Inversely, lower bit rates mean a lower sound quality but less
tendency for the sound to be interrupted.
• “Server Full” or “Connection Down” is displayed if the station is
busy or not broadcasting.
• On the AVR-3808, folder and fi le names can be displayed as titles. Any
characters that cannot be displayed are replaced with “ . (period)”.
1
Use ui to select “Internet Radio”, then press ENTER
or p.
2
Use ui to select the item you want to play, then
press ENTER or p.
The station list is displayed.
A “” mark is indicated in front of stations that can be played.
3
Use ui to select the station, then press ENTER or
p.
Playback starts once buffering reaches “100%”.
Listening to Internet Radio
(AMP mode)
( mode)
Playback
Recently Played Internet Radio Stations
Recently played internet radio stations can be selected from “Recently
Played” in top menu.
Use ui to select “Recently Played”, then press
1
ENTER or p.
Use ui to select the item you want to play, then
2
press ENTER or p.
NOTE
Up to 20 stations stored in “Recently Played”.
Presetting Internet Radio Stations
Preset Internet radio stations can be selected directly.
While the Internet radio station you want to preset is
1
playing, press [MEMO].
Use ui to select “Preset”, then press ENTER.
2
Press [A ~ G], then press [1 ~ 8] to select the desired
3
preset number.
The Internet radio station is now preset.
NOTE
If registered at a number that has already been preset, the previously
registered setting is cleared.
Listening to Preset Internet Radio Stations
With the input source set to “NET/USB”, press [A ~ G],
then press [1 ~ 8].
The AVR-3808 automatically connects to the Internet and playback
begins.
Registering Internet Radio Stations as
Your Favorites
Favorites are listed at the top of the menu screen, so
when a station is registered as a favorite it can be tuned
in easily.
Press [MEMO] while the Internet radio station you
1
want to register is playing.
Use ui to select “Favorites”, then press ENTER.
2
Press o to select “Yes”.
The Internet radio station is registered.
3
If you do not want to register it, press p.
Listening to Internet Radio Stations Registered in
Your Favorites
Use ui to select “Favorites”, then press ENTER or
1
p.
Use ui to select the Internet radio station, then
2
press ENTER or p.
The AVR-3808 automatically connects to the Internet and
playback begins.
Clearing Internet Radio Stations from Your Favorites
Use ui to select “Favorites”, then press ENTER or
1
p.
Use ui to select the Internet radio station you want
to clear, then press [MEMO].
2
Press o to select “Delete”.
The selected Internet radio station is cleared.
3
To cancel the operation without clearing the station, press p.
Playing Files Stored on a Computer
Use this procedure to play music files or playlists.
Use ui to select the host name of the computer on
1
which the music le you want to play is located, then
press ENTER or p.
Use ui to select the search item or folder, then press
2
ENTER or p.
A “” mark is indicated in front of music files that can be
played.
Use ui to select the le, then press ENTER or p.
Playback starts once buffering reaches “100%”.
3
Selecting tracks
During playback, either press u (previous track) or i (next track).
• Connections to the required system and specific settings must be
made in order to play music files (vpage 20).
• Before starting, you must launch the computer’s server software
and set the files as server contents. For details, see the operating
instructions of your server software.
Playing files that have been Preset or Registered in
Your Favorites
Files can be preset, registered in your favorites and played using the
same operations as for Internet radio stations.
NOTE
• Presettings are erased by overwriting them.
• When the operation described below is performed, the music
server’s database is updated and it may no longer be possible to play
preset or favorite music files.
• When you quit the music server and then restart it.
• When music files are deleted or added on the music server.
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INPUT MODE
uipENTER
About the button names in these explanations
< > : Buttons on the main unit
[ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only:
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
uip
ENTER
[ NET/
DTU]
(Main remote control unit)
(Sub remote control unit)
[REPEAT]
[RANDOM]
[USB]
Playing Files Stored on USB Memory
Devices
Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage
class and MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) standards can be
played on the AVR-3808.
Basic Operation
1
Make the necessary preparations.
• Set the USB port to be used.
• Set the USB port to be used.
: “Source Select” – “NET/USB” –
“Playback Mode” –“USB Select” (vpage 40)
• Connect the USB memory device to the set USB port.
2
Use ui to select “USB”, then press ENTER or p.
3
Use ui to select the search item or folder, then press
ENTER or p.
A “” mark is indicated in front of music fi les that can be
played.
4
Use ui to select the le, then press ENTER or p.
Playback starts once buffering reaches “100%”.
By default, the front panel’s USB port will be used.
Playing repeatedly
Press [REPEAT] on the sub remote control unit.
[Selectable items] All One OFF
: “Source Select” – “NET/USB” –
“Playback Mode” – “Repeat” (vpage 40)
Playing in random order
Press [RANDOM] on the sub remote control unit.
[Selectable items]ON OFF
: “Source Select” – “NET/USB” –
“Playback Mode” –“Random” (vpage 40)
• If the USB memory device is divided into multiple partitions, only the
top partition can be selected.
• The AVR-3808 is compatible with MP3 fi les conforming to “MPEG-1
Audio Layer-3” standards.
• If [USB] on the sub remote control unit is pressed when the USB
memory device or folder is selected, all the tracks on the USB
memory device or in the folder are played.
NOTE
• The AVR-3808 is equipped with two USB ports, one each on the
front and rear panels. It is not possible to use the set with USB
memory devices connected to both the ports at the same time.
Select the USB port you want to use at the “Source Select” – “NET/
USB” – “Playback Mode” – “USB Select” menu.
• DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any loss or
damage to data on USB memory devices when using the USB
memory device connected to the AVR-3808.
• USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub.
• DENON does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate
or receive power. When using a USB connection type portable hard
disk of the type for which power can be supplied by connecting an
AC adapter, we recommend using the AC adapter.
• It is not possible to connect and use a computer via the AVR-3808’s
USB port using a USB cable.
• The AVR-3808 is not compatible with the iPod shuffl e.
Selecting tracks
During playback, either press u (previous track) or i (next track).
Surround mode
Playback
INPUT
MODE
[
AMP]
Surround
mode
( mode)
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Operating the AVR-3808 Using a Browser
(Web control)
This function lets you operate the AVR-3808 using Internet
Explorer.
1
Check the AVR-3808’s IP address.
: “Manual Setup” – “Network Setup” –
“Network Information” (vpage 33)
2
Input the AVR-3808’s IP address in Internet
Explorer.
The AVR-3808 can be operated in the same way as with regular
Internet browsing.
To use the web control function, set the GUI menu “Manual Setup”–
“Network Setup” – “Other” – “Power Saving” setting to “OFF”
(vpage 33).
Other Operations and
Functions
Other Operations
Playing Super Audio CD
1
At the “Digital” or “HDMI” setting (vpage 39),
select the input source for which “DENON LINK” or
“HDMI” is assigned.
The “” or “” indicator lights on the display.
2
Use INPUT MODE to select “Auto” (vpage 38).
Select the input mode according to the program source to be
played.
3
Select the surround mode (vpage 40, 41).
We recommend playing in the DIRECT mode.
4
Start playing the Super Audio CD.
The “” indicator lights on the display.
For operating instructions, refer to the respective equipment’s
operating instructions.
• When playing DSD signals in the DIRECT or PURE DIRECT mode,
the DSD signals are converted as such into analog signals. When
playing in other surround modes, the DSD signals are fi rst converted
into PCM format, then into analog signals.
• “DSD DIRECT” is shown on the display when playing DSD 2-channel
signals in the DIRECT mode. “DSD MULTI DIRECT” is shown on
the display when playing DSD multi--channel signals in the DIRECT
mode.
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ZONE2 SOURCEZONE2 TUNERZONE2 NET/USB····
····RECOUT NET/USBRECOUT SOURCERECOUT TUNER
<ZONE2/3 / REC SELECT>
<SOURCE SELECT> <DSP SIMULATION>
<POWER>
<STANDARD>
CH SELECT
uiop
QUICK SELECT
CH SELECT
uiop
QUICK SELECT
Playback
Recording on an External Device
(REC OUT mode)
You can listen to one program source while recording a
different program source.
Press <ZONE2/3 / REC SELECT>.
“ZONE2 SOURCE” is shown on the display.
1
Turn <SOURCE SELECT> until “RECOUT SOURCE”
2
is displayed.
The “” indicator lights.
Turn <SOURCE SELECT> to choose the input source
3
to be recorded.
Play the program source.
For operating instructions, refer to the respective equipment’s
4
operating instructions.
To record FM or AM broadcasts, select the broadcast (vpage
48).
Start recording.
For operating instructions, refer to the respective equipment’s
5
operating instructions.
• To cancel, press <ZONE2/3 / REC SELECT>, then turn <SOURCE SELECT>
until “ZONE2 SOURCE” is displayed.
• Make a test recording before starting the actual recording.
• Signals are only output to the analog REC OUT connectors when
the digital signals input to the digital input connectors (OPTICAL/
COAXIAL) are PCM (2-channel) signals.
• Digital audio signals input to the DENON LINK or HDMI connectors
are not output to the REC OUT connectors, so connect using the
OPTICAL or COAXIAL connectors.
• Sources selected with the REC OUT mode are output from ZONE2
as well.
• In the REC OUT mode, the remote control unit’s ZONE2 mode
buttons cannot be operated.
• The network audio signals (Internet radio, music server, USB) are not
output if they are copyright-protected.
NOTE
• Recordings you make are for your personal enjoyment and should
not be used for other purposes without permission of the copyright
holder.
• When “DENON LINK” is assigned at the GUI menu “Assign” setting,
the PCM signals, network audio signals (Internet radio, music server
and USB), input from the digital input connectors cannot be output
from the analog REC OUT connectors.
• Input sources for which “Delete” is selected at “Source Delete”
cannot be selected.
About the button names in these explanations
< > : Buttons on the main unit
[ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only:
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
Convenient Functions
Channel Level
You can adjust the channel level either according to the
playback sources or to suit your taste, as described
below.
Press CH SELECT.
1
Use ui or CH SELECT to select the speaker.
The speaker that can be set switches each time one of the
2
buttons is pressed.
Use op to adjust the volume.
3
b “OFF” can be set by pressing o when the subwoofer’s volume is
set to –12 dB.
Fader Function
This function lets you adjust (fade) the sound from all the
front or rear speakers at once.
Press CH SELECT.
1
Press ui or CH SELECT to select “Fader”.
2
Use op to adjust the volume of the speakers.
(o: front, p: rear)
3
• The fader function does not affect the subwoofer.
• The fader can be adjusted until the volume of the speaker adjusted
to the lowest value is –12 dB.
Quick Select Function
With this function, the currently playing input source, input
mode, surround mode, room EQ settings and volume can
be stored in the memory.
Set the input source, input mode, surround mode,
1
room EQ settings and volume to the conditions you
want to store.
Press and hold the desired QUICK SELECT.
Keep pressing the button until the quick select indicator lights.
2
[Quick Select Defaults]
Quick Select 1DVD–40 dB
Quick Select 2TV/CBL–40 dB
Quick Select 3VCR–40 dB
• To call out the settings, press QUICK SELECT at which the desired
settings were stored.
• The Quick Select name can be changed (vpage 35).
NOTE
Input sources stored with the quick select function cannot be selected
if they have been deleted at GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Option
Setup” – “Source Delete” (vpage 34). In this case, store them
again.
Input SourceVolume
Personal Memory Plus Function
This function sets the settings (input mode, surround
mode, etc.) last selected for the individual input sources.
When you switch to an input source, the settings are
automatically set to the ones that were set the last time
that input source was used.
The surround parameters, tone control, room EQ settings and the
volumes of the different speakers are stored for the individual surround
modes.
Last Function Memory
This stores the settings as they were directly before the
standby mode was set.
When the power is turned back on, the settings are
restored to as they were directly before the standby mode
was set.
Backup Memory
The various settings are backed up for about 1 week,
even if the power is turned off or the power cord is
disconnected.
Resetting the Microprocessor
Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if
operations cannot be performed.
When the microprocessor is reset, all the settings are
reset to their default values.
Turn off the power using <POWER>.
1
Press <POWER> while simultaneously pressing
2
<STANDARD> and <DSP SIMULATION>.
Once the display starts ashing at intervals of about 1
3
second, release the two buttons.
If in step 3 the display does not flash at intervals of about 1 second,
start over from step 1.
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[ AMP]
[NUMBER]
[HOME]
[MODE SELECTOR]
[RC SETUP]
Remote Control Unit Operations
Main Remote Control Unit
• On the main remote control unit, the display switches
according to the device being operated and the mode.
• In modes other than iPod, the mode switches between
“” and “” each time the [MODE SELECTOR] is
pressed.
• In the AMP, TUNER, NET/DTU and iPod modes, when the
remote ID is set, the AVR-3808 can be used independently
even in an environment containing multiple DENON
Remote Control
amplifiers.
Signal transmission
indicator
Operating DENON Audio Components
Press [MODE SELECTOR] for the component to be
1
operated.
The indicator for the component to be operated flashes.
: AMP / ZONE2 / ZONE3 /
ZONE4 / SYSTEM CALL
: TUNER (FM/AM)
: NETWORK/USB /
DIGITAL TUNER
: Satellite Receiver / Cable TV
b The TUNER () and NET/DTU () mode is not used
on the AVR-3808, so use the learn function to store the signals
(vpage 63).
b The mode switches each time [AMP] is pressed.
G
AMP modeH GZONE2 modeH GZONE3 modeH
: iPod
: DVD player (Recorder) /
CD player (Recorder)
: VCR / TAPE
: TV
[HOME] is used to return to the AMP mode (AMP, ZONE2, ZONE3,
ZONE4 or SYSTEM CALL) when in any mode other than AMP.
Presetting
The included main remote control unit can be preset to
operate devices of various brands.
Press [MODE SELECTOR] for the device you want to
1
preset.
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
2
Press [NUMBER] and input the 5-digit number of the
3
brand of the component to be preset. The numbers
are shown in the Preset Code Table (v End of this
manual).
When the code is registered, the signal transmission indicator
flashes twice.
When the preset code is transmitted, the mode indicator for the
component to which that code belongs flashes.
b The input mode is canceled if no button is operated for 10
seconds.
Depending on the model and year of manufacture of your equipment,
some buttons may not operate.
NOTE
The device mode (“” or “”) cannot be changed while the
setting is being made.
0
GSYSTEM CALL modeH GZONE4 modeH
Operate the component.
2
b For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.
Some brands have more than one preset code. If the component does
not operate, try inputting a different code.
Operating Preset Components
Press [MODE SELECTOR] for the component to be
1
operated.
The mode indicator of the device to be operated flashes.
Operate the component.
2
b For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.
q Only one component can be preset for each mode. If a new code is preset, the previous code is automatically cleared.
w The names of the functions for the DVD remote control buttons differ from brand to brand. Check beforehand.
q Only one component can be preset for each mode. If a new code is preset, the previous code is automatically cleared.
e The CD, VCR or DVD buttons (one only set) can be assigned to the monitor, satellite receiver and cable TV (vpage 64 “Punch Through
Function”).
Punch throughPunch throughPunch throughPunch through
Buttons
CursorCursorCursorCursor
q, eq, eq, eq, e
Buttons
EL Display
MODE SELECTORTUNET / DTU
Device Mode
Device operatedAnalog tunerNET / USB
A ~ GPreset memory block selectionPreset memory block selection
When using multiple DENON AV receivers in the same
room, make this setting so that only the desired AV receiver
operates.
Press [AMP] to set the main remote control unit to the
1
AMP mode.
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
2
Refer to the table at the right, and use [NUMBER] to
3
input the 5-digit number corresponding to the remote
ID to be changed.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
Signal transmission
indicator
MODE SELECTOR
AMP
(MAIN)
Remote ID
1
(Default)
282001527957281662837
383001528007281762838
484001528057281862839
NOTE
• When changing a setting, be sure to set the same remote ID as the
AVR-3808’s (vpage 35).
• When changing the AMP mode’s remote ID, also change the
“TUNER”, “iPod” and “NET/DTU” remote ID at the same time.
• Set the remote ID of an analog tuner for “TUNER” – “”.
81001528637281562865
TUNER
(Analog
TUNER)
NET/DTU
iPod
(Net Audio /
USB)
Learning Function
If your AV devices are of a brand other than DENON or if
they cannot be operated with the preset memory function,
their remote control signals can be transfered to stored in
the AVR-3808’s main remote control unit.
Press [MODE SELECTOR] for the device you want to
1
set.
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
2
Press [9], [7] and [5], in that order.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice and the learning
3
mode is set.
Press the button to be set.
The main remote control unit’s display turns off.
4
b If a button that cannot be learned is pressed, the signal transmission
indicator lights but the signal is not learned.
Point the main remote control units directly at each
5
other and press and hold the button on the other
device’s remote control unit that you want to learn.
Once learning is completed normally, the display lights and the
signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
Other device’s
remote control unit
AVR-3808’s main remote
control unit (RC-1068)
b If you want to learn other buttons, repeat steps 4 and 5.
b The mode can be switched by pressing [MODE SELECTOR].
b The signal transmission indicator lights once for a long time if
learning was not possible
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice and the setting
6
is completed.
•With some remote control units, the signals cannot be learned or the
device will not operate properly even when the signals have been
learned. In this case, use the device’s own remote control unit.
• Learned buttons have priority over the preset memory. If you no
longer need the learned setting, reset the learning function (vpage
65).
NOTE
• [HOME] cannot be learned.
• Do not learn any remote control signals at [RC SETUP].
• The AMP, ZONE2, ZONE3, ZONE4 and SYSTEM CALL modes cannot
be learned.
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Remote Control
Press [TU], [iPod] or [NET/DTU] to select the mode to
4
be set.
Repeat steps 2 to 4 to set the remote IDs for all
5
modes.
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[NUMBER]
[RC SETUP]
[MODE
SELECTOR]
[ AMP]
[POWER
ON]
[SYSTEM
CALL]
[CHANNEL
+/–]
[8],
[9],
[6],
[7],
[1], [3],
[2]
Remote Control
Signal
transmission
indicator
System Call Function
This function lets you register a series of operations at a
single button.
For example, the amplifier can be turned on, the input
source selected, the monitor’s power turned on, the
source device’s power turned on and the play mode set all
by pressing a single button.
Up to 32 signals each can be registered at [SYSTEM CALL]
(1, 2 or 3).
Registering
Press [MODE SELECTOR] for the device you want to
1
register.
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
2
Press [9], [7] and [8], in that order.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice and the system
3
call registration mode is set.
Press [SYSTEM CALL] (1, 2 or 3) at which you want to
4
register the signals.
Press the buttons you want to register in the same
5
sequence as the operations you want to perform.
The signal transmission indicator lights when a button is
pressed.
Press [1].
b The mode can be switched by pressing [MODE SELECTOR].
b Perform the registration procedure for all the buttons you want to
register.
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice and the setting
6
is completed.
Calling out
Press [AMP], to select “SYSTEM CALL”.
1
Press [SYSTEM CALL] (1, 2 or 3) at which the signals
2
were registered.
The registered signals are transmitted in the registered
sequence.
Punch Through Function
CD, DVD or VCR mode buttons can be stored at unused TV
or SAT/CBL mode buttons.
For example, when DVD mode buttons are assigned to
the TV mode, the DVD mode operations can be performed
while in the TV mode.
Press [MODE SELECTOR] for the device you want to
1
punch through (CD, DVD or VCR).
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
2
Press [9], [8] and [4], in that order.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice and the punch
3
through setting mode is set.
Press the button you want to punch through (1, 2,
4
6, 7, 8, 9 or 3).
Press [MODE SELECTOR] for the device you want to
5
punch through (TV or SAT/CBL).
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice and the setting
6
is completed.
Setting the Time the Backlight Stays Lit
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
1
Press [9], [7] and [3], in that order.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice and the backlight
2
on time setting mode is set.
Set the light on time.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
3
[Settable times] :[1] : 5 sec.[2] : 10 sec. (Default)
[3] : 15 sec.
[4] : 20 sec.
[5] : 25 sec.
Adjusting the Backlight’s Brightness
The display’s brightness can be adjusted in 5 steps.
(Default: Step 3)
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
1
Press [CHANNEL +] or [CHANNEL –].
The display gets one step brighter when [+] is pressed.
2
The display gets one step darker when [–] is pressed.
Press [RC SETUP] to complete the setting.
3
Resetting the Main Remote Control Unit
Learning Function
GResetting button by buttonH
Press [MODE SELECTOR] for the device you want to
1
reset.
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
2
Press [9], [7] and [6], in that order.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
3
Press the button you want to reset twice.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
4
GResetting by device modeH
Press [MODE SELECTOR] for the device you want to
1
reset.
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
2
Press [9], [7] and [6], in that order.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
3
Press [MODE SELECTOR] for the device you want to
4
reset twice.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
System Call Function
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
1
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
Press [9], [7] and [8], in that order.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
2
Press [SYSTEM CALL] (1, 2 or 3) you want to reset.
3
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
4
Punch Through Function
Press [MODE SELECTOR] for the device you want to
1
reset (TV or SAT/CBL).
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
2
Press [9], [8] and [4], in that order.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
3
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
4
All Settings
Press and hold in [RC SETUP] for at least 3 seconds.
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
1
Getting Started Connections Setup PlaybackMulti-Zone Information Troubleshooting
Remote Control
Press [9], [8] and [1], in that order.
The signal transmission indicator flashes 4 times.
2
All the settings are restored to their defaults.
Getting Started Connections Setup PlaybackMulti-Zone Information Troubleshooting
[8 9], [2], [1/3], [TUNING d f]
[RANDOM]
[USB]
[REPEAT]
[RETURN]
[ZONE SELECT]
[ZONE ON]
[ZONE OFF]
[SOURCE SELECT]
[SEARCH]
[MUTE]
[uiop]
[MENU]
[CHANNEL +/–]
[VOLUME +/–]
[SHIFT]
[ENTER]
[ALL MUSIC], [FAVORITES]
Sub Remote Control Unit Operations
• The sub remote control unit is equipped with frequently used buttons, so it can be used for
simple remote control unit operations.
• The sub remote control unit can also be used for multi-zone, so you can use it to control
the AVR-3808 from other rooms.
• The operations listed below can be performed with the sub remote control unit.
• It is not possible to operate devices other than the amplifier.
Remote Control
•
Switching the input source
•
Adjusting the volume
•
Tuner (AM/FM) and iPod operations
•
NET/USB direct play
•
GUI menu and ZONE2 on-screen display operations
•
Zone power on/off
Functions of Buttons by Component
Device operated
Zone selectionMZ2Z3MZ2Z3
ZONE SELECTZone operation mode selectionZone operation mode selection
ZONE OFF
ZONE ON
SOURCE SELECT
CHANNEL + / ––Preset channel selection
SHIFT–
VOLUME + / –
MUTE
MENUSelected zone menuSelected zone menu
SEARCH–RDS search
8 9,
TUNING d f
USB
ALL MUSIC *
(Music server only)
FAVORITES *
b1: Affects the currently selected zone.
b2: The input source switches to “NET/USB” and the files on the USB memory device are played.
b3: The input source switches to “NET/USB” and the files in “All Music” on the music server are played.
b4: The input source switches to “NET/USB” and the files in “Favorites” are played.
*: Whether “All Music” or “Favorites” is selected depends on the “Direct Play” setting (vpage 40).
DVD, HDP, TV / CBL, DVR1, VCR, V.AUX,
SAT, CD, PHONO
Power turned off (b1)Power turned off (b1)
Power turned on (b1)Power turned on (b1)
Input source selection (b2)
Preset channel memory block
Adjustment of volume (b1)Adjustment of volume (b1)
Muting (b1)Muting (b1)
–Tuning
b
2
b
3
b
4
TUNER
(AM/FM)
Input source selection
selection
b
2
b
3
b
4
DIRECT PLAY button
• Playback is possible in the mode selected at GUI menu “Source Select” – “NET/USB” – “Playback
Mode” – “Direct Play”.
FAVORITES: Playback starts from the first track registered in the favorites.
ALL MUSIC: Playback starts from the first track registered in the “All Music” folder.
• When [USB] is pressed, playback starts from the first track on the USB memory device.
NOTE
When the music server is stopped or restarted, it may no longer be possible to play tracks stored in
the favorites.
Device operatedNET / USBiPod
Zone selectionMZ2Z3MZ2Z3
ZONE SELECTZone operation mode selectionZone operation mode selection
ZONE OFF
ZONE ON
SOURCE SELECT
CHANNEL + / –Preset channel selection–
SHIFT
VOLUME + / –
MUTE
MENUSelected zone menuSelected zone menu
u i o p
ENTERFile operations–File operations–
SEARCH
RETURNFile operations––
8 9,
TUNING d f
2
1/3
REPEAT1-track/All-track repeat play (USB)1-track/All-track repeat play
RANDOM1-track random play (USB)1-track/album shuffle play
USB
ALL MUSIC *
(Music server only)
FAVORITES *
b1: Affects the currently selected zone.
b2: The input source switches to “NET/USB” and the files on the USB memory device are played.
b3: The input source switches to “NET/USB” and the files in “All Music” on the music server are played.
b4: The input source switches to “NET/USB” and the files in “Favorites” are played.
*: Whether “All Music” or “Favorites” is selected depends on the “Direct Play” setting (vpage 40).
Power turned off (b1)Power turned off (b1)
Power turned on (b1)Power turned on (b1)
Input source selection (b2)
Preset channel memory block
selection
Adjustment of volume (b1)Adjustment of volume (b1)
Muting (b1)Muting (b1)
File operations–File operations–
Page forward screen /
Character search
Track searchTrack search
StopStop
Play/pausePlay/pause
b
2
b
3
b
4
–
Input source selection
–
Page forward screen /
Browse/Remote mode
switching (press and hold)
b
2
b
3
b
4
–
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Remote Control
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[REPEAT]
[RANDOM]
[MENU]
[ZONE OFF]
[USB]
[ALL MUSIC/
FAVORITES]
[ZONE SELECT]
[ADVANCED SETUP]
Multi-zone indicator
Remote Control
Setting the Zone for Which the Sub
Remote Control Unit is Used (ZONE
SELECT LOCK mode)
We recommend always using the sub remote control unit
for the same room. When this is done, the unit can be
set so that the zone does not switch when buttons are
operated.
Use the tip of a pen to press [ADVANCED SETUP].
All the multi-zone indicators light.
1
Select the multi-zone to be set.
The selected multi-zone indicator lights.
2
q To set to main zone : Press [REPEAT].
w To set to ZONE2 : Press [RANDOM].
e To set to ZONE3 : Press [USB].
Use the tip of a pen to press [ADVANCED SETUP].
The multi-zone indicator turns off.
3
Setting the Remote ID
When using multiple DENON AV receivers in the same
room, make this setting so that no AV receiver other than
the desired one operates.
While pressing [MENU], press [ADVANCED SETUP]
1
with the tip of a pen.
The multi-zone indicator corresponding to the currently selected
remote ID flashes.
Select the remote ID to be set.
2
q To set to 1 : Press [REPEAT].The “M” indicator flashes.
w To set to 2 : Press [RANDOM].
The “Z2” indicator flashes.
e To set to 3 : Press [USB].
The “Z3” indicator flashes.
r To set to 4 : Press [ALL MUSIC/FAVORITES].
The “Z4” indicator flashes.
Switching Zones
Use this procedure to select the zone to be operated by
the sub remote control unit.
Press [ZONE SELECT].
The currently selected multi-zone indicator lights.
1
While the multi-zone indicator is light, press [ZONE
2
SELECT] to select the zone to be operated.
The currently selected multi-zone indicator lights.
To Cancel
Use the tip of a pen to press [ADVANCED SETUP].
The currently selected multi-zone indicator lights.
1
Press [ZONE SELECT].
All the multi-zone indicators light.
2
Use the tip of a pen to press [ADVANCED SETUP].
The multi-zone indicator turns off.
3
While pressing [MENU], press [ADVANCED SETUP]
3
with the tip of a pen.
The multi-zone indicator turns off.
NOTE
When changing a setting, be sure to set the same remote ID as the
AVR-3808’s (vpage 35).
Resetting the Settings
While pressing [ZONE OFF], press [ADVANCED SETUP]
with the tip of a pen.
All the multi-zone indicators flash 4 times, then all the settings are
restored to their defaults.
Amp Assign / Multi-Zone Connections and
SBLSBR
FL
SW CFR
B
A
SL
B
A
SR
Operations
Setting 1 :
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote ControlInformation Troubleshooting
F 7.1-channel playback
Main zone
The AVR-3808 is compatible with the following types of playback:
• Multi-zone playback (ZONE2 & ZONE3)
• Bi-amp playback (front speaker)
NOTE
• For bi-amp playback, use speakers compatible with that type of connection.
• When conducting bi-amp playback, remove the short-circuiting boards (or wires) from the speaker
terminals.
Multi-Zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function
The amp assign function lets you assign the amplifiers for the different channels built into the AVR-3808 to
the speaker outputs for the different zones.
Select the desired playback environment from among “Setting 1” to “Setting 4”, then set the corresponding
“Amp Assign” mode at GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “Amp Assign” (vpage 34).
Connect the speakers as described at “Amp Assign mode settings and speakers connected to the various
speaker terminals”.
“Setting 3” is possible to switch the Amp Assign mode between the 5.1-channel mode and 2-channel
mode without changing the speaker connections.
7.1ch
Amp Assign mode:
7CH
(Default)
Both A and B can be installed for SR and SL.
n Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various speaker
terminals
Speaker terminal
Amp Assign mode
7.1CHFRFLCSR-ASL-ASR-BSL-BSBRSBL
FRONT
RLRLRLRL
CENTER
SURR-ASURR-B
SURR. BACK /
AMP ASSIGN
Multi-Zone
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote ControlInformation Troubleshooting
SW
B
A
SL
B
A
SR
FL
CFR
LR
SW
B
A
SL
B
A
SR
FL
CFR
LR
Z2LZ2R
Z2LZ2R
Z2
FL
SW CFR
B
A
SL
B
A
SR
Z3LZ3R
Z3LZ3R
Z3
Setting 2 :
F Multi-zone playback
• 5.1-channel playback + ZONE2 or ZONE3 stereo playback
• 5.1-channel playback + ZONE2 or ZONE3 monaural playback
Main zone
5.1ch
ZONE2
+
Stereo
+
+
Mono
• “STEREO” or “MONO” depends on the setting at GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Zone Setup” – “Channel”
(vpage 33).
• Both A and B can be installed for SR and SL.
n Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various speaker
Multi-Zone
terminals
Speaker terminal
Amp Assign mode
FRONT
RLRLRLRL
ZONE2
ZONE3Z3RZ3L
FRFLCSR-ASL-ASR-BSL-B
ZONE (MONO)
ZONE3
+
+
+
CENTER
Stereo
Mono
Amp Assign mode:
ZONE2
ZONE3
ZONE (MONO)
SURR-ASURR-B
(MONO)
SURR. BACK /
AMP ASSIGN
Z2RZ2L
Z3
Z2
(MONO)
Setting 3 : With this setting it is possible to switch between the following two playback modes.
F 5.1-channel playback
F 2-channel playback
Switching ················Surround Mode switching
Main zone
Surround Mode
5.1ch
DIRECT / STEREO
Multi Channel /
Surround
Both A and B can be
installed for SR and SL.
n Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various speaker
terminals
Speaker terminal
Amp Assign mode
2CHFRFLCSR-ASL-ASR-BSL-BFRFL
FRONT
CENTER
RLRLRLRL
Main zone
Amp Assign mode:
2ch
2CH
SURR-ASURR-B
SURR. BACK /
AMP ASSIGN
0
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4-
43
4#
3
4#
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Setting 4 :
FL
SW CFR
B
A
SL
B
A
SR
F Making bi-amp connections for the FL and FR channels in the main zone
and conducting 5.1-channel playback
(switching with other modes not possible)
Main zone
5.1ch
FL/FR
Bi-Amp
Amp Assign mode:
Bi-Amp
Multi-Zone Settings and Operations with Zone Pre-out
Remote
control unit
Output
Prepare power amplifiers for ZONE2 and ZONE3.
Connectors for audio outputAudio signalsConnectors for video output
ZONE2ZONE2 PRE OUTStereoZONE2 VIDEO OUT
ZONE3ZONE3 PRE OUTStereo–
Main zone (7.1-channel system)
Monitor
ZONE2
Monitor
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote ControlInformation Troubleshooting
Both A and B can be installed for SR and SL.
n Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various speaker
terminals
Speaker terminal
Amp Assign mode
FRONT
RLRLRLRL
Bi-AmpFRFLCSR-ASL-ASR-BSL-B
CENTER
SURR-ASURR-B
SURR. BACK /
AMP ASSIGN
FRFL
FL/FR Bi-Amp
connection
Power amplifier
DVD player
AVR-3808
Input
ZONE2
video output
ZONE2
audio output
ZONE3
Remote
control unit
ZONE3 audio output
Power amplifier
: Multi-zone video cable
: Multi-zone audio cable
• When only using one speaker for ZONE2 or ZONE3, set to “Mono”. In this case, the ZONE2 (ZONE3)
monaural output is output from the ZONE2 (ZONE3) pre-out L and R connectors, so connect as desired.
• Separate power amplifiers are needed for ZONE2 and ZONE3.
Multi-Zone
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote ControlInformation Troubleshooting
[MUTE]
SOURCE
SELECT
[ON]
[OFF]
VOLUME
[ AMP]
[ON]
[OFF]
SOURCE SELECT
[ZONE SELECT]
[ON]
[OFF]
<ZONE2/3 / REC SELECT>
<ZONE2 ON/OFF>
SOURCE SELECT<ZONE3 ON/OFF>
VOLUME
ZONE2 MENU
INPUT :DVD
SIGNAL:ANALOG
VOL. :-40dB
>Bass 0dB
HPF OFF
Treble 0dB
Lch Lev. 0dB
Rch Lev. 0dB
ZONE2 MENU
>Channel STEREO
Vol.Lev. VAR
P.On Lev. LAST
Vol.Limit OFF
Mute Lev. FULL
Multi-Zone Operations
Turning the Power On and Off
GOperation on the main unitH
Press <ZONE2 ON/OFF> or <ZONE3 ON/OFF> for the zone to be operated.
When the power turns on, the multi-zone indicator lights on the
display.
Turning off the Sound Temporarily
In the zone mode for which you want to mute the sound, press
[MUTE].
The sound is reduced to the level set at GUI menu “Manual Setup”
– “Zone Setup” – “(select the zone)” – “Mute Level” (vpage 33).
To cancel, either adjust the volume or press [MUTE] again.
The setting is canceled when the zone’s power is turned off.
Multi-Zone
(Main remote control unit)
GOperation on the remote control unitH
In the zone mode you want to operate, press [ON] or [OFF].
Selecting the Input Source
GOperation on the main unitH
q Press <ZONE2/3 / REC SELECT> and select the zone to be adjusted.
w Turn <SOURCE SELECT>.
GOperation on the remote control unitH
In the zone mode you want to operate, press [SOURCE SELECT].
Adjusting the Volume
GOperation on the main unitH
q Press <ZONE2/3 / REC SELECT> and select the zone to be adjusted.
w Turn <VOLUME> to adjust.
GOperation on the remote control unitH
In the zone mode whose volume you want to adjust, press [VOLUME].
– – – –70dB
The volume can be adjusted when GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Zone
Setup” – “(select the zone)” – “Volume Level” is set to “Variable”. The
volume can be increased up to the value set at GUI menu “Manual
Setup” – “Zone Setup” – “(select the zone)” – “Volume Limit”
(vpage 33).
~
–40dB
~
+18dB[Variable range]
• The source selected for ZONE2 is also output from the recording
output connectors.
• For ZONE2, the “Zone Setup” can be made while watching the onscreen display. Also, when ZONE3 is operated, the on-screen display
appears on the ZONE2 monitor, so operation can be performed
watching this on-screen display.
NOTE
• When the input source to which the digital input connectors
(OPTICAL/COAXIAL) are assigned is selected in ZONE2 or ZONE3,
playback is only possible if the digital signal being input is in PCM
(2-channel) format.
• Digital audio signals input from the DENON LINK or HDMI connectors
cannot be played in multi-zone.
• When certain digital signals are being input, noise may be output
from the ZONE2 and ZONE3 audio output connectors.
• When “DENON LINK” is assigned at the GUI menu “Assign” setting,
the PCM signals, network audio signals (Internet radio, music server
and USB) input from the digital input connectors cannot be output
from the ZONE2 and ZONE3 audio output connectors.
About the button names in these explanations
< > : Buttons on the main unit
[ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit
Button name only:
Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit
(Sub remote control unit)
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48
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43DI4-DI
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48
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4#DI
Other Information
About Speaker Installation
Surround back speakers
Number of surround back speakers
We recommend using 2 speakers.
When using dipolar speakers in particular, be sure to use 2 speakers.
Placement of the surround left and right channels
when using surround back speakers
We recommend installing the speakers for the surround “L” and “R”
channels a bit forward.
w Setting for primarily watching movies using diffusion type
speakers for the surround speakers
For the greatest sense of surround sound envelopment, diffuse
radiation speakers such as bipolar types, or dipolar types, provide
a wider dispersion than is possible to obtain from a direct radiating
speaker (monopolar). Place these speakers at either side of the
prime listening position, mounted above ear level.
Path of the surround sound from the
speakers to the listening position
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-ZoneTroubleshooting
Sound positioning directly to the rear can be achieved easily by adding
a surround back speaker to a 5.1-channel system.
In addition, the acoustic image extending between the sides and the
rear is narrowed, thus greatly improving the expression of the surround
signals for sounds moving from the sides to the back and from the
front to the point directly behind the listening position.
Change of positioning and acoustic image
with 5.1-channel systems
Movement of acoustic image from SR to SL
Change of positioning and acoustic image
with 6.1-channel systems
Examples of speaker layouts
Below we introduce examples of speaker layouts. Refer to these to
arrange your speakers according to their type and how you want to
use them.
G1H Using surround back speaker(s)
q When mainly playing movies
Recommended when your surround speakers are single or 2-way
speakers.
Front speakers
Center speaker
Monitor
Subwoofer
60°
Surround
speakers
60°
Surround back speakers
As seen from above
G
Front speaker
HG
Surround
speaker
As seen from the side
Surround back
60 to 90 cm
speaker
Point slightly
downwards
H
Surround
speakers
Front speaker
60°
Surround back speakers
As seen from above
G
HG
e When playing movies and music
Front speakers
Center speaker
Monitor
Subwoofer
45° ~ 60°
Surround
speaker A
120°
Surround back
speaker
Surround speaker B
As seen from above
G
HG
Surround
speaker A
Front speaker
Surround
speaker
As seen from the side
As seen from the side
Surround back
speaker
60 to 90 cm
Surround back
speaker
60 to 90 cm
Point slightly
downwards
H
Point slightly
downwards
Surround
speaker B
H
Information
In addition to sources recorded in 6.1-channels, the surround effect of
conventional 2- to 5.1-channel sources can also be enhanced.
Movement of acoustic image from
SR to SB to SL
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-ZoneTroubleshooting
G2H When not using surround back speakers
Front speakers
Center speaker
Monitor
Subwoofer
60°
Surround speaker
Front speaker
60 to 90 cm
120°
Surround speakers
As seen from above
G
HG
As seen from the side
Surround
The AVR-3808 is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that
lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the
same sense of presence as in a movie theater.
Information
Dolby Surround
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital is a multi-channel digital signal format developed by
Dolby Laboratories.
A total of 5.1-channels are played: 3 front channels (“FL” , “FR” and
“C”), 2 surround channels (“SL” and “SR”) and the “LFE” channel for
low frequencies.
Because of this, there is no crosstalk between channels and a realistic
sound field with a “three-dimensional” feeling (sense of distance,
movement and positioning) is achieved.
A real, overpowering sense of presence is achieved when playing
movie sources in AV rooms as well.
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Digital Plus is an improved Dolby Digital signal format that is
compatible with up to 7.1-channels of discrete digital sound and also
improves sound quality thanks to extra data bit rate performance. It
is upwardly compatible with conventional Dolby Digital, so it offers
greater flexibility in response to the source signal and the conditions
of the playback equipment.
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby TrueHD is a high definition audio technology developed by Dolby
Laboratories, using lossless coding technology to faithfully reproduce
the sound of the studio master.
This format is compatible with a maximum sampling frequency of 96
kHz and up to 7.1-channels, so it is used for applications particularly
prioritizing sound quality.
Dolby Pro Logic g
Dolby Pro Logic g is a matrix decoding technology developed by Dolby
Laboratories.
Regular music such as that on CDs is encoded into 5-channels to
achieve an excellent surround effect.
The surround channel signals are converted into stereo and full band
signals (with a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater)
H
to create a “three-dimensional” sound image offering a rich sense of
presence for all stereo sources.
DTS Surround
DTS Digital Surround
DTS Digital Surround is the standard digital surround format of DTS,
Inc., compatible with a sampling frequency of 44.1 or 48 kHz and up
to 5.1-channels of digital discrete surround sound.
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is an improved version of the
conventional DTS, DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 signals formats, compatible
with sampling frequencies of 96 or 48 kHz and up to 7.1-channels
of discrete digital sound. High data bit rate performance provides
high quality sound. This format is fully compatible with conventional
products, including conventional DTS digital surround 5.1-channel
data.
DTS-HD Master Audio
Dolby Pro Logic gx
Dolby Pro Logic gx is a further improved version of the Dolby Pro Logic
g matrix decoding technology.
Audio signals recorded in 2-channels are decoded to achieve a natural
sound with up to 7.1-channels.
There are 3 modes: “Music” suited for playing music, “Cinema”
suited for playing movies, and “Game” which is optimized for playing
games.
b Sources recorded in Dolby Surround
Sources recorded in Dolby Surround are indicated with the following
logo marks.
Dolby Surround support mark :
DTS-HD Master Audio is DTS, Inc’s lossless audio format compatible
with up to 96 kHz/7.1-channels. The lossless audio coding technology
faithfully reproduces the sound of the studio master. It is fully
compatible with conventional products, including conventional DTS
digital surround 5.1-channel data.
DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1
DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1 is a 6.1-channel discrete digital audio format
adding a surround back (SB) channel to the DTS digital surround sound.
Decoding of conventional 5.1-channel audio signals is also possible
according to the decoder.
DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories.
DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1 is a 6.1-channel discrete digital audio format
inserting a surround back (SB) channel to the DTS digital surround
sound through matrix encoding. Decoding of conventional 5.1-channel
audio signals is also possible according to the decoder.
DTS NEO:6™ Surround
DTS NEO:6™ is a matrix decoding technology for achieving 6.1channel surround playback with 2-channel sources. It includes “DTS
NEO:6 CINEMA” suited for playing movies and “DTS NEO:6 MUSIC”
suited for playing music.
DTS 96/24
DTS 96/24 is a digital audio format enabling high sound quality
playback in 5.1-channels with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz and 24
bit quantization on DVD-Video.
Audyssey MultEQ® XT is a technology designed to provide the
optimum listening environment for multiple listeners within the
listening area. Test data collected from multiple listening points is
analyzed comprehensively and equalization that improves the sound
quality for the entire listening area is performed.
Audyssey MultEQ not only corrects frequency response problem
in a large listening area, it also performs a fully automated surround
system setup.
For a detailed description, see page 25.
Audyssey MultEQ® XT is a trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. It
is licensed under US and National Patent Applications 20030235318
and 10/700,220. Additional U.S. and Foreign Patents pending.
MultEQ XT and the Audyssey MultEQ XT logo are trademarks of
Audyssey Laboratories, Inc.. All rights reserved.
HDCD
®
(High Definition Compatible Digital®)
HDCD® is an encoding/decoding technology that greatly reduces
the distortion that occurs upon digital recording while maintaining
compatibility with the conventional CD format, thus expanding the
dynamic range and achieving a high resolution.
Conventional CDs and HDCD compatible CDs are identified
automatically to select the optimum digital processing.
®
, HDCD®, High Definition Compatible Digital® and
Microsoft® are either registered trademarks or trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation, Inc. in the United States and/or other
countries. HDCD system manufactured under license from
Microsoft Corporation, Inc. This product is covered by one or more
of the following: In the USA: 5,479,168, 5,638,074, 5,640,161,
5,808,574, 5,838,274, 5,854,600, 5,864,311, 5,872,531, and in
Australia: 669114. Other patents pending.
DENON LINK
DENON LINK is a unique digital, balanced transfer type interface
developed by DENON. It offers high speed, high quality transfer of
digital audio data with low signal loss. It can be used together with
DENON DVD players equipped with a special DENON LINK connector
using a single cable to enable playback with high sound quality.
It allows digital transfer of the 192 kHz/24 bit 2-channel digital signals
of DVD-Audio discs, PCM multi-channel signals, etc. Full-spec digital
transfer of the audio contents of Super Audio CD is possible by
connecting a player equipped for DENON LINK 3rd Edition.
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-ZoneTroubleshooting
AL24 Processing Plus
AL24 Processing for All Channels
DENON has further developed its proprietary AL24 Processing, an
analog waveform reproduction technology, to support the 192 kHz
sampling frequency of DVD-Audio. AL24 Processing Plus, thoroughly
suppresses quantization noise associated with D/A conversion of
LPCM signals to reproduce the low-level signals with optimum clarity
that will bring out all the delicate nuances of the music.
Equipped foe not only front left and right channels but also for the
surround left and right, center and subwoofer channels.
Information
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HDMI
(High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI is a digital interface standard for next generation TVs based
on DVI (Digital Visual Interface) standards and optimized for use in
consumer equipment.
Non-compressed digital video and multi-channel audio signals are
transmitted with a single connection.
HDMI is also compatible with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents
Protection), a technology for protecting copyrights that encrypts digital
video signals in the same was as with DVI.
Deep Color
Eliminates on-screen color banding, for smooth tonal transitions and
subtle gradations between colors.
Enables increased contrast ratio.
Can represent many times more shades of gray between black and
white.
At 30-bit pixel depth, a four times improvement would be the minimum,
and the typical improvement would be eight times or more.
xvYCC
Next-generation “xvYCC” color space supports 1.8 times as many
colors as existing HDTV signals.
Lets HDTVs display colors more accurately.
Enables displays with natural, vivid colors.
Information
Lip Sync
Because consumer electronics devices are using increasingly
complex digital signal processing to enhance the clarity and detail of
the content, synchronization of video and audio in user devices has
become a greater challenge and could potentially require complex enduser adjustments. HDMI 1.3 incorporates an automatic video/audio
synching capability that allows devices to perform this synchronization
automatically with total accuracy.
“HDMI”, “HDMI logo” and “High-Definition Multimedia Interface”
are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing
LLC.
Surround Modes and Parameters
Signals and adjustability in the different modes
Surround Mode
Front L/RCenter
PURE DIRECT, DIRECT
DSD DIRECT
DSD MULTI DIRECT
MULTI CH DIRECT
STEREO
EXT. IN
MULTI CH IN
WIDE SCREEN
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gxSDDDDS (OFF)AASS (NOTE1)
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gSDDADS (OFF)AASS (NOTE2)
S : Signal / Adjustable
A : No signal / Not adjustable
D : Turned on or off by speaker configuration setting
PRO LOGIC g/gx MUSIC mode only
PanoramaDimensionCenter Width Center Image Subwoofer Att.
S : Adjustable
A : Not adjustable
NOTE3 : BASS +6 dB, TREBLE 0 dB
NOTE4 : BASS +6 dB, TREBLE +4 dB
NOTE5 : Can be used according to the “Direct Mode” setting.
NEO:6 MUSIC
mode only
EXT. IN only
ToneNight ModeRoom EQRESTORER
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Information
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Differences in Surround Mode Names Depending on the Input Signals
Information
STANDARD
DTS SURROUND
DTS ES DSCRT6.1
DTS ES MTRX6.1
DTS SURROUND
DTS 96/24
DTS + PLgx CINEMA
DTS + PLgx MUSIC
DTS + NEO:6
DTS NEO:6 CINEMA
DTS NEO:6 MUSIC
DOLBY SURROUND
DOLBY DIGITAL EX
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL + PLgx CINEMA
DOLBY DIGITAL + PLgx MUSIC
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx CINEMASSSAAAAAAAAFASAS
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx MUSICSSSAAAAAAAASASAS
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx GAMESSSAAAAAAAASASAS
DOLBY PRO LOGIC g CINEMASSSAAAAAAAASASAS
DOLBY PRO LOGIC g MUSICSSSAAAAAAAASASAS
DOLBY PRO LOGIC g GAMESSSAAAAAAAASASAS
DOLBY PRO LOGIC
MULTI CH IN
MULTI CH IN
MULTI IN + PLgx CINEMA
MULTI IN + PLgx MUSIC
1: This mode is not available when the surround back speaker setup is set to “None”.
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2: This mode is not available when the surround back speaker setup is set to “1spkr” or “None”.
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3: If the surround back speaker setup is set to “None”, then “5CH STEREO” is displayed.
F : Mode selectable in initial status
S : Selectable mode
A : Non-selectable mode
Input signals
DOLBY
DIGITAL EX
(With Flag)
DOLBY
DIGITAL EX
(With no
Flag)
DOLBY
DIGITAL
(5.1/5/4ch)
DOLBY
DIGITAL
(4/3ch)
DOLBY
DIGITAL
(2ch)
DVDAudio
(multi
ch)
DVD-
Audio
(2ch)
DSD
(multi
ch)
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DSD
(2ch)
Information
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About Networks
Windows Media Player ver.11
This is a media player distributed free of charge by Microsoft
Corporation.
It can be used to play playlists created with Windows Media Player
ver. 11 as well as files in such formats as WMA, DRM WMA, MP3
and WAV.
vTuner
This is a free online contents server for Internet radio. Note that usage
fees are included in upgrade costs.
For inquiries about this service, visit the vTuner site below.
vTuner website: http://www.radiodenon.com
This product is protected by certain intellectual property rights of
Nothing Else Matters Software and BridgeCo. Use or distribution of
such technology outside of this product is prohibited without a license
from Nothing Else Matters Software and BridgeCo or an authorized
subsidiary.
Windows Media DRM
A copyright-protected technology developed by Microsoft.
• Windows Vista and the Windows logo are trademarks of the
Microsoft group of companies.
• The PlaysForSure logo, Windows Media and the Windows logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
• Content providers are using the digital rights management technology
for Windows Media contained in this device (WM-DRM) to protect
the integrity of their content (Secure Content) so that their intellectual
property, including copyright, in such content is not misappropriated.
This device uses WM-DRM software to play Secure Content (WMDRM Software). If the security of the WM-DRM Software in this
device has been compromised, owners of Secure Content (Secure
Content Owners) may request that Microsoft revoke the WM-DRM
Software’s right to acquire new licenses to copy, display and/or play
Secure Content. Revocation does not alter the WM-DRM Software’s
ability to play unprotected content. A list of revoked WM-DRM
Software is sent to your device whenever you download a license
for Secure Content from the Internet or from a PC. Microsoft may,
in conjunction with such license, also download revocation list onto
your device on behalf of Secure Content Owners.
Information
DLNA
• DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks and/or service marks of
Digital Living Network Alliance.
• Some contents may not be compatible with other DLNA CERTIFIED™
products.
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Relationship Between Video Signals and Monitor Output
AAAAb
AAAS
AASA
AASS
AS (1080p)AAA
AS (480p ~ 720p)AA
AS (480i/576i)AA
AS (1080p)AS
AS (480p ~ 720p)AS
AS (480i/576i)AS
AS (1080p)SA
AS (480p ~ 720p)SA
AS (480i/576i)SA
AS (1080p)SS
AS (480p ~ 720p)SS
AS (480i/576i)SS
SAAA
SAAS
SASA
SASS
SS (1080p)AA
SS (480p ~ 720p)AA
SS (480i/576i)AA
SS (1080p)AS
SS (480p ~ 720p)AS
SS (480i/576i)AS
SS (1080p)SA
SS (480p ~ 720p)SA
SS (480i/576i)SA
SS (1080p)SS
SS (480p ~ 720p)SS
SS (480i/576i)SS
SAAAAA
SAASA
SASAA
SASSA
SS (1080p)AAA
SS (480p ~ 720p)AAA
SS (480i/576i)AAA
SS (1080p)ASA
SS (480p ~ 720p)ASA
SS (480i/576i)ASA
SS (1080p)SAA
SS (480p ~ 720p)SAA
SS (480i/576i)SAA
SS (1080p)SSA
SS (480p ~ 720p)SSA
SS (480i/576i)SSA
S : Signal present
A : No signal
480p ~ 720p : 480p / 576p / 1080i / 720p
Input signalMonitor outputMonitor output (when GUI menu displayed)
b : Output according to “Resolution” setting (i/p Scaler : When “A to H” is set) (vpage 30).
: Wallpaper or set background color displayed
: Output according to “Resolution” setting (i/p Scaler : When “H to H” is set) (vpage 30).
: GUI menu not displayed
SIGNAL INMONITOR OUT (Normally)MONITOR OUT (when GUI menu displayed)
To display the GUI menu on an HDMI monitor, output with a resolution of 480p/576p.
n ZONE2
Information
Input
S-VIDEOVIDEOVIDEO
AAA
ASS (VIDEO)
SAS (S-VIDEO)
SSS (S-VIDEO)
S : Signal present
A : No signal
S : Output present
A : No output
MONITOR OUT
S : Output present
A : No output
z
2 : Superimposed over video signal
Troubleshooting
If a problem should arise, first check the following:
1. Are the connections correct?
2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual?
3. Are the other components operating properly?
If this unit does not operate properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist,
there may be a malfunction.
In this case, disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.
GGeneralH
SymptomCauseCountermeasurePage
Power does not
turn on, or turns
off directly after it
was turned on.
No sound is
produced from
speakers.
Display is off.• The “Dimmer” setting is set to
“DOLBY DIGITAL”
indicator does not
appear on display.
• Connection of the power cord is
faulty.
• Connection with the input
devices or connection of the
speaker cables is faulty.
• Device you want to play and set
input source do not match.
• Master volume is turned too
low.
• Mute mode is set.
• Headphones are connected.
• No digital signals are being
input.
• The connectors to which the
digital inputs are assigned and
the settable input modes do not
match.
“OFF”.
• The PURE DIRECT mode is set.
• DVD player’s digital audio output
setting is not proper.
• Check that the power plugs are
securely inserted into the AVR3808’s AC inlet and the wall
power outlet.
• Check the connections.
• Select an appropriate input
source.
• Adjust the master volume to an
appropriate level.
• Cancel the mute mode.
• Disconnect the headphones.
• Select an input source for which
the digital input setting has been
made.
• Set the input mode.
• Set to something other than
“OFF”.
• Set a surround mode other than
the PURE DIRECT mode.
• Check the DVD player’s audio
output setting. For details, read
the DVD player’s operating
instructions.
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Power turns off
suddenly and
power indicator
flashes red.
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SymptomCauseCountermeasurePage
Set does not work
properly when
remote control
unit operated.
• Protection circuit activated due
to rise of internal temperature.
• Core wires of two speakers are
touching each other or a core
wire is sticking out of the terminal
and touching the set’s rear panel,
activating the protection circuit.
• Speakers with an impedance
other than specified are being
used.
• Set is damaged.
• Batteries are worn.
• You are operating outside of the
specified range.
• Obstacle between main unit and
remote control unit.
• The batteries are not inserted in
the proper direction, as indicated
by the polarity marks in the
battery compartment.
• The set’s remote control sensor
is exposed to strong light (direct
sunlight, inverter type fluorescent
bulb light, etc.).
• The remote ID of the main unit
and remote control unit do not
match.
• Turn off the power, wait for the
set to fully cool down, then turn
the power back on.
• Place the set in a well-ventilated
place.
• First unplug the power cord,
then twist the core wires tightly
or terminate the speaker cables,
then reconnect.
• Use speakers with the specified
impedance.
• Turn off the power and contact a
DENON service center.
• Replace with new batteries.
• Operate within the specified
range.
• Remove the obstacle.
• Insert the batteries in the
proper direction, following the
polarity marks in the battery
compartment.
• Move the set to a place in which
the remote control sensor will
not be exposed to strong light.
• Set the same remote IDs for the
main unit and remote control
unit.
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GAudioH
No sound is
produced from
center speaker.
No sound
is produced
from surround
speakers.
No sound is
produced from
surround back
speaker.
No sound is
produced from
subwoofer.
No test tones are
produced when
main remote
control unit’s TEST TONE button is
Troubleshooting
pressed.
DTS sound is not
output.
HDMI audio
signals are not
output from
speakers.
SymptomCauseCountermeasurePage
• You are playing a monaural
source (TV, AM radio broadcast,
etc.) in the STANDARD mode.
• The surround mode is set to
“STEREO”, “DIRECT” or “PURE
DIRECT”.
• The surround back speaker’s
power amplifier is assigned to a
different channel.
• Surround back speaker setting is
set to “None”.
• Surround mode not set to a mode
for 6.1- or 7.1-channel playback.
• Subwoofer’s power not turned
on.
• The “Subwoofer” setting at
“Speaker configuration” is set to
“No”.
• The subwoofer is not properly
connected.
• The subwoofer’s volume is
turned off.
• Surround mode not set to
“STANDARD”.
• DVD player’s audio output setting
is not set to bitstream.
• DVD player is not compatible
with DTS sound playback.
• The AVR-3808’s “Decode Mode”
setting is set to “PCM”.
• The “Manual Setup” – “HDMI
Setup” – “Audio” setting is set to
“TV”.
• The mode is set to something
other than “STANDARD”.
• Set to a surround playback
mode.
• Check the setting and change it
as necessary.
• Set to something other than
“None”.
• Select a surround playback
mode.
• Turn on the subwoofer’s power.
• Set to “Yes”.
• Check the connections.
• Adjust the subwoofer’s volume
to an appropriate level.
• Set to the STANDARD mode.40
• Set the DVD player. For details,
refer to the DVD player’s
operating instructions.
• Use a DTS-compatible player.
• Set to the “Auto” or DTS mode.
• Set to “Amp”.30
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No sound is
output from
the monitor
connected
with HDMI
connections.
GVideoH
SymptomCauseCountermeasurePage
The on-screen
display does not
appear.
No picture
appears.
No picture
appears
with HDMI
connections.
Picture cannot be
recorded.
DVDs cannot be
copied on a VCR.
• The “Manual Setup” – “HDMI
Setup” – “Audio” setting is set to
“Amp”.
• The format of the GUI and TV
(PAL or NTSC) do not match.
• The connections between the
AVR-3808 and monitor are
faulty.
• The monitor’s input setting is
wrong.
• PURE DIRECT mode is set.
• The player is connected using the
component input connectors, the
monitor is connected using the
video (yellow) or S-Video output
connectors.
• The connections to the HDMI
connectors are faulty.
• HDMI input setting is improper.
• The monitor is not compatible
with copyright protection
(HDCP).
• The HDMI format of the player
and monitor do not match.
• Input source does not match
recorder’s video connection
connector (video or S-Video).
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• Set to “TV”.30
• Match the format of the GUI and
TV.
• Check the connections.
• Set properly.
• Cancel the PURE DIRECT mode.
• High definition (1080i/720p) and
progressive (480p/576p) video
signals are not down-converted.
Set the player to interlace
(480i/576i) signals.
• Check the connections.
• Check the HDMI input setting.
• Connect a monitor that is
compatible with copyright
protection (HDCP).
• Match the HDMI format of the
player and monitor.
• The video conversion function
does not work for the REC
OUT connectors. Match the
input source and recorder
connections.
• This is not a malfunction. Most
movie software includes copy
prevention signals and cannot be
copied.
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SymptomCauseCountermeasurePage
iPod cannot be
played.
GNET/USBH
SymptomCauseCountermeasurePage
When a USB
memory device is
connected, “USB”
is not displayed on
the GUI menu.
Files on a USB
memory device
cannot be played.
The file names
are not displayed
properly (“...”, etc.).
• The input source assigned to
“iPod dock” is not selected.
• Cable is not properly connected.
• Control Dock for iPod’s AC
adapter is not connected to
power outlet.
• The set cannot recognize a USB
memory device.
• A USB memory device not
conforming to mass storage class
or MTP standards is connected.
• The set port and the connected
port do not match.
• A USB memory device that
the set cannot recognize is
connected.
• USB memory device is connected
via USB hub.
• USB memory device is in format
other than FAT16 or FAT32.
• USB memory device is divided
into multiple partitions.
• Files are stored in a noncompatible format.
• You are attempting to play a file
that is copyright protected.
• Characters that cannot be
displayed are used.
•Switch to the input source
assigned at “iPod dock”.
• Reconnect.
• Plug the Control Dock for iPod’s
AC adapter into a power outlet.
• Check the connection.
• Connect a USB memory device
conforming to mass storage
class or MTP standards.
• Connect to the port set at “USB
Select”.
• This is not a malfunction. DENON
does not guarantee that all USB
memory devices will operate or
receive power.
• Connect the USB memory device
directly to the USB port.
• Set the format to FAT16 or
FAT32. For details, refer to the
USB memor y device’s operating
instructions.
• When divided into multiple
partitions, only files stored in the
top partition can be played.
• Record the files in a compatible
format.
• Files that are copyright protected
cannot be played on this set.
• This is not a malfunction. On
this set, characters that cannot
be displayed are replaced with a
“ . (period)”.
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40
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Internet radio
cannot be played.
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Files stored on a
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computer cannot
be played.
Server is not
found, or it is
not possible to
connect to the
server.
Cannot connect to
preset or favorite
radio stations.
For some
radio stations,
“Server Full”
or “Connection
Down” is
displayed and
station cannot be
connected to.
Sound is broken
during playback.
Sound quality is
poor or played
sound is noisy.
• Ethernet cable is not properly
connected or network is
disconnected.
• Program is being broadcast in
non-compatible format.
• The computer’s or router’s
firewall is activated.
• Radio station is not currently
broadcasting.
• IP address is wrong.
• Files are stored in a noncompatible format.
• You are attempting to play a file
that is copyright protected.
• Set and computer are connected
by USB cable.
• The computer’s or router’s
firewall is activated.
• Computer’s power is not turned
on.
• Server is not running.
• Set’s IP address is wrong.
• Radio station is not currently
broadcasting.
• Radio station is not currently in
service.
• Station is congested or not
currently broadcasting.
• Network’s signal transfer speed
is slow or communications lines
or radio station is congested.
• File being played has a low bit
rate.
• Check the connection status.
• Only Internet radio programs in
MP3 and WMA can be played on
this set.
• Check the computer’s or router’s
firewall settings.
• Choose a radio station that is
currently broadcasting.
• Check the set’s IP address.
• Record in a compatible format.
• Files that are copyright protected
cannot be played on this set.
• The set’s USB port cannot
be used for connection to a
computer.
• Check the computer’s or router’s
firewall settings.
• Turn on the power.
• Launch the ser ver.
• Check the set’s IP address.
• Wait a while before trying again.
• It is not possible to connect to
radio stations that are no longer
in service.
• Wait a while before trying again.–
• This is not a malfunction. When
playing broadcast data with a
high bit rate, the sound may
be broken, depending on the
communications conditions.
• This is not a malfunction.–
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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting
Specifications
Audio section
n
• Power amplifier
Rated output:
130 W + 130 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.)
180 W + 180 W (6 Ω/ohms, JEITA)
Center:
130 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.)
180 W (6 Ω/ohms, JEITA)
Surround (A + B):
130 W + 130 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.)
180 W + 180 W (6 Ω/ohms, JEITA)
Surround back:
130 W + 130 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.)
180 W + 180 W (6 Ω/ohms, JEITA)
Dynamic power:
210 W x 2ch (4 Ω/ohms)
Output connectors:
Surround: A or B
A + B
• Analog
Input sensitivity / Input impedance:
Frequency response:
S/N:
Distortion:
Rated output:
• Digital
D/A output:
Total harmonic distortion — 0.008 % (1 kHz, at 0 dB)S/N ratio — 102 dBDynamic range — 96 dB
Digital input:
TCL01445
Telewest01068
Time Warner cable 01877
TongKook00840
Torx 00003
Toshiba00000, 01509
Trans PX00276, 00303
TS00003, 00303
United Cable00276, 00003
U
US Electronics00276, 00003, 00008
Videoway00000
V
Visiopass00817
Zenith00000, 00525, 00899
Z
Cable/PVR Combination b1
Americast 00899
A
Digeo01187
D
Freebox 01482
F
General Instrument 00810
G
Jerrold00810
J
Motorola01376, 00810, 01187
M
Pace01877, 00237
P
Pioneer01877, 00877
Scientific Atlanta01877, 00877
S
Sony01006
Supercable00276
Time Warner cable 01877
T
Zenith00899
Z
CD Player
Acoustic Research 40420
A
Advantage40032
Aiwa40157
Arcam40157
Audio Research 40157
Audiolab40157
Audiomeca40157
Audioton40157
AVI40157
Balanced Audio
B
Technology
40157
Burmester40420
Bush40388
Cairn40157
C
California Audio Labs
Cambridge40157
Cambridge Audio40157
Beko00455
Bell ExpressVu 00775
Big Sat01457
Black Diamond01284
Blaupunkt00173
Blue Sky00713
Boca 00713, 01232, 01366
Boston00710, 01251
Brainwave 00658, 01672
British Sky
Broadcasting
Broco00713
BskyB 00847, 01175, 01662
BT00710, 01296
Bubu Sat 00713
Gardiner00818
Garnet 01075
GbSAT01214
GE 00392, 00566
Gecco 01412
General Instrument 00869
General Satellite 01176
GF Good Friends 01043
GF Star01043
Globo
GOD Digital 00200
GOI 00775, 01775
Gold Box 00853
Gold Vision01631
Golden Interstar 01283
GoldStar00394
Goodmans00455, 01284, 01291
Gradiente00887
Granada00455