DENON AVR-3808 User Guide

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-3808

Owner’s Manual

 GraphicalUserInterface

English

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

Connections
Preparations ···················································································· 7

Cables Used for Connections ························································7
Video Conversion Function ·····························································8

Speaker Connections ·····································································9

Speaker Installation ········································································9
Speaker Connections ······························································· 9, 10

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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Option ····················································································· 27

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Parameter Check ·····································································27

Manual Setup
Speaker Setup···············································································28

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Speaker Configuration ·····························································28

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Subwoofer Mode ···································································· 28

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Distance ·················································································· 28

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

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Crossover Frequency ······························································29

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Surround Speaker ···································································29

HDMI Setup ··················································································· 30

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i/p Scaler ·················································································30

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Resolution ···············································································30

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Progressive Mode ··································································· 30

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Aspect ····················································································· 30

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Color Space ············································································· 30

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RGB Range ·············································································30

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Auto Lip Sync ·········································································· 30

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Audio ······················································································· 30

Audio Setup ··················································································30

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EXT. IN Setup ··········································································

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2ch Direct/Stereo ····································································

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Downmix Option ·····································································

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Auto Surround Mode ······························································

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Manual EQ ·············································································· 31

Network Setup ··············································································32

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Network Setup ········································································ 32

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Other ······················································································· 33

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Network Information ······························································· 33

Zone Setup ···················································································· 33

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ZONE2 ····················································································33

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ZONE3 ····················································································33

Option Setup ·················································································34

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Amp Assign ·············································································

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Volume Control ·······································································

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Source Delete ·········································································

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GUI ····················································································

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Quick Select Name ·································································

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Trigger Out 1 ··········································································· 35

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Trigger Out 2 ··········································································· 35

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Remote ID ···············································································35

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2Way Remote ········································································· 35

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Dimmer ··················································································· 35

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Setup Lock ··············································································36

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Maintenance Mode ································································· 36

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Firmware Update ···································································· 36

Language ······················································································· 36

Source Select
Input Source Selection ·································································37

Settings Related to Playing Input Sources ·································37

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Play ·························································································

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Auto Preset ·············································································

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Preset Skip ··············································································

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Preset Name ···········································································

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Input Mode ·············································································38

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Rename ···················································································38

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Other ······················································································· 38

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Playback Mode (iPod) ······························································39

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Assign ····················································································· 39

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Playback Mode ········································································40

Surround Modes
Standard Playback ········································································40

Surround Playback of 2-channel Sources ·····································40
Playing Multi-channel Sources (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) ·············40

DSP Simulation Playback·····························································41
Stereo Playback ············································································41
Direct Playback ·············································································41

Playback in the PURE DIRECT Mode ··········································· 41

Parameter
Audio······························································································42

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Surround Parameters ························································ 42, 43

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Tone ························································································43

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Room EQ ················································································44

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RESTORER ··············································································44

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Night Mode ············································································· 44

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Audio Delay ············································································· 44

Picture Adjust ················································································ 45

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Contrast ··················································································45

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Brightness ··············································································· 45

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Chroma Level ·········································································· 45

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Hue ·························································································45

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Getting Started

Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting

Information
Status ····························································································45

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Audio Input Signal ········································································45
HDMI Information ········································································· 46

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Auto Surround ··············································································
Quick Select ··················································································
Preset Station ···············································································

Playback
Preparations ·················································································· 47

Turning the Power On ··································································47
Operations During Playback ·························································47

Playing Video and Audio Equipment ···········································47

Basic Operation ············································································ 47

Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts ·················································48

Basic Operation ············································································ 48
Presetting Radio Stations (Preset Memory) ································· 48
Listening to Preset Stations ·························································49
RDS (Radio Data System) ····························································49
RDS Search ··················································································49
PTY Search ··················································································· 50
TP Search ·····················································································50
RT (Radio Text) ·············································································· 51

iPod® Playback ············································································· 51

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

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Convenient Functions ··································································59

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.

q Owner’s manual ...................................................................... 1

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

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Troubleshooting ···································································83 ~ 85

Specifications ··············································································· 86

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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Cautions on Installation

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

b Note

b

b

b

Wall

e Put the rear cover back on.

(RC-1070)

30°

30°

or

Approx. 7 m

(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)

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q Power operation button

(ON/STANDBY) ··········································· (47)

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)

Q1 TUNING PRESET button ···························· (49)
Q2 ZONE2/3 / REC SELECT button ··········(58, 72)
Q3 VIDEO SELECT button ·······························(38)
Q4 Headphones jack (PHONES) ······················ (47)
Q5 ZONE2 ON/OFF button ······························ (72)
Q6 ZONE3 ON/OFF button ······························ (72)
Q7 INPUT MODE button ·································· (38)
Q8 MENU button ·············································· (23)
Q9 Cursor buttons (uio p) ·························· (23)
W0 CH SEL / ENTER button ······················· (23, 59)
W1 RETURN button ·········································· (23)
W2 V.AUX INPUT connectors ··························· (17)
W3 SETUP MIC jack ·········································· (25)
W4 ROOM EQ button ········································ (44)
W5 DIMMER button ·········································· (35)
W6 USB port ······················································ (18)
W7 STATUS button ···········································(45)
W8 AUDIO DELAY button ································· (44)
W9 RESTORER button ······································ (44)

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 Surround speaker 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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q RS-232C connector ····································· (21)
w REMOTE CONTROL jacks···························(21)
e TRIGGER OUT jacks ···································(21)
r FM/AM antenna terminals

(TUNER ANTENNA) ···································· (19)

t DOCK CONTROL jack ································· (13)
y Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS) ·················· (9)
u AC OUTLET ·················································(22)

i AC inlet (AC IN) ··········································· (22)
o Digital audio connectors

(OPTICAL / COAXIAL) ·························· (12, 14)

Q0 ETHERNET connector ································· (20)
Q1 USB port ······················································ (18)
Q2 DENON LINK connector ····························· (16)
Q3 COMPONENT VIDEO connectors ·············· (12)
Q4 HDMI connectors ·········································(11)

Q5 VIDEO / S-VIDEO connectors ···················· (12)
Q6 Analog audio connectors (AUDIO) ············ (12)
Q7 PRE OUT connectors ····························· (17, 21)
Q8 EXT. IN connectors ····································· (17)
Q9 SIGNAL GND terminal ······························· (13)

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n Main remote control unit (RC-1068) n Sub remote control unit (RC-1070)

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Remote Control Unit

t System buttons ···································· (61, 62)
y Audio delay button (A. DL) ························(44)
u Tuner system buttons ································ (48)
i Input mode button (INPUT) ······················· (38)
o MENU button ·············································· (23)
Q0 Cursor buttons (uio p) ························· (23)
Q1 Parameter / Search button

(PARA / SRCH) ······································ (42, 49)

Q2 HOME button ·············································· (60)
Q3 Channel buttons (CH) ································· (48)
Q4 Input source select / Number buttons ···(37, 48)
Q5 Remote control signal transmitter ·············· (3)
Q6 Device select indicators (DEV1 / DEV2) ···(60)
Q7 ZONE3 select indicators (Z3) ····················· (72)
Q8 RESTORER button (RSTR) ·························· (44)
Q9 Night button (NGT) ···································· (44)
W0 Test tone button (TEST) ····························· (29)
W1 Surround speaker select button (SPKR) ··· (29)
W2 POWER buttons ·········································· (47)
W3 Channel select (CH SEL) /

ENTER button ······································· (23, 59)

W4 Return button (RTN) ··································· (23)
W5 Master volume control buttons (VOL) ······ (47)
W6 Muting button (MUTE) ··························(47, 72)
W7 Main remote control unit setup button

(RC SETUP) ················································· (60)

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)

Q4 Master volume control buttons

(VOLUME) ············································(66, 67)

Q5 Muting button (MUTE) ··························(47, 72)
Q6 ENTER button ············································· (23)
Q7 RETURN button ·········································· (23)
Q8 System buttons ······························ (48, 66, 67)
Q9 ALL MUSIC/FAVORITES

(DIRECT PLAY) button ······························· (66)

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)

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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 cables Video 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 inputs Video outputs

: When 480i/576i signals are input in the main zone

GFlow of video signals for ZONE2H

S-Video connector

Video connector Video connector

Video inputs Video outputs

Component video

connectors

S-Video connector

Video connector

Monitor

ZONE2

monitor

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Speaker Installation

The illustration below shows a basic example of installation of the amplifier combined with 8 speakers and
a monitor.

Subwoofer Center 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

FRONT

CENTER

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S S S S S S S S S

S S S S S
S S S S S
S S S S S
S S S
S S
S S

SURROUND ASURROUND BSURROUND

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– – – – – – – –
– – – – – – – – –

Surround speakers

BACK

only

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– – – –
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Speaker Connections

Example: 7.1-channels (Surround A+B)

Front speakers Center speaker Subwoofer

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
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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 Bitstream DVD-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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• 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.

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• When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at GUI menu “Source

Select” – “DVD” – “Assign” – “Digital” (vpage 39).

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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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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).

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• When using a coaxial digital cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at GUI menu “Source

Select” – “SAT” – “Assign” – “Digital” (vpage 39).

• When using a component video cable for the video connection, make the settings at GUI menu “Source

Select” – “SAT” – “Assign” – “Component” (vpage 39).

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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

or or

• 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 cable
TV 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

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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 cable
TV 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.

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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.

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“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 panel n Rear panel

USB memory device USB 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.

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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)

Getting Started Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting

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.

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MP3 / WMA

MPEG-4 AAC

WAV (LPCM)

FLAC

128 kbps Approx. 1 MB Approx. 60 MB
192 kbps Approx. 1.5 MB Approx. 90 MB
256 kbps Approx. 2 MB Approx. 120 MB

392 kbps Approx. 3 MB Approx. 180 MB
1400 kbps Approx. 10 MB Approx. 600 MB
1080 kbps Approx. 7.7 MB Approx. 464 MB

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• 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.

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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.

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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

Enter Cancel

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

Setup

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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 Example w,

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 q Example w

( :Measuring positions)

Setup

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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.

Setup

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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) Cause Measures

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.