DENON AVR-391E3 User Manual

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AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-391

Owner’s Manual
Manuel de l’Utilisateur
Manual del usuario

Manual do Proprietário

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“Part names and functions”
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Informations

“Nomenclature et fonctions“
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Información

“Nombres y funciones de las
piezas“ (vpágina 39)

Informações

“Designação das peças e funções“
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY

ENGLISHFRANCAISESPAÑOLPORTUGUÊS

FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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 fl ash 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 suffi cient 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.

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.

PRECAUTION:

Pour déconnecter complètement ce produit du courant secteur, débranchez
la prise de la prise murale.
La prise secteur est utilisée pour couper complètement l’alimentation de
l’appareil et l’utilisateur doit pouvoir y accéder facilement.

PRECAUCIÓN:

Para desconectar completamente este producto de la alimentación eléctrica,
desconecte el enchufe del enchufe de la pared.
El enchufe de la alimentación eléctrica se utiliza para interrumpir por completo
el suministro de alimentación eléctrica a la unidad y debe de encontrarse en
un lugar al que el usuario tenga fácil acceso.

ATENÇÃO:

Para desligar este produto completamente da tomada de alimentação, retire
a fi cha da tomada de alimentação.
A fi cha da tomada de alimentação é utilizada para cortar completamente a
alimentação de corrente à unidade e tem de estar facilmente acessível ao
utilizador.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifi ers) that produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fi t into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specifi ed by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table
specifi ed by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualifi ed service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

15. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fi re or
the like.

1. PRODUCT

This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject

to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained

in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifi cation not expressly
approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use
the product.

3. NOTE

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for

a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.

This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,

if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user
is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or
an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

For Canadian customers:

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.

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NOTES ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION / NOTAS SOBRE EL USO /

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NOTAS SOBRE A UTILIZAÇÃO

WARNINGS AVERTISSEMENTS ADVERTENCIAS AVISOS

• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for suffi cient 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.

• 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.

• Ventilation should not be impeded
by covering the ventilation openings
with items, such as newspapers,
tablecloths or curtains.

• Naked fl ame sources such as
lighted candles should not be
placed on the unit.

• Observe and follow local
regulations regarding battery
disposal.

• Do not expose the unit to dripping
or splashing fl uids.

• Do not place objects fi lled with
liquids, such as vases, on the unit.

• Do not handle the mains cord with
wet hands.

• When the switch is in the OFF
position, the equipment is not
completely switched off from
MAINS.

• The equipment shall be installed
near the power supply so that the
power supply is easily accessible.

• Eviter des températures élevées.
Tenir compte d’une dispersion
de chaleur suffi sante lors de
l’installation sur une étagère.

• Manipuler le cordon d’alimentation
avec précaution.
Tenir la prise lors du débranchement
du cordon.

• Protéger l’appareil contre
l’humidité, l’eau et la poussière.

• Débrancher le cordon
d’alimentation lorsque l’appareil
n’est pas utilisé pendant de
longues périodes.

• Ne pas obstruer les trous
d’aération.

• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers
dans l’appareil.

• Ne pas mettre en contact des
insecticides, du benzène et un
diluant avec l’appareil.

• Ne jamais démonter ou modifi er
l’appareil d’une manière ou d’une
autre.

• Ne pas recouvrir les orifi ces de
ventilation avec des objets tels que
des journaux, nappes ou rideaux.
Cela entraverait la ventilation.

• Ne jamais placer de fl amme nue
sur l’appareil, notamment des
bougies allumées.

• Veillez à respecter les lois en
vigueur lorsque vous jetez les piles
usagées.

• L’appareil ne doit pas être exposé à
l’eau ou à l’humidité.

• Ne pas poser d’objet contenant du
liquide, par exemple un vase, sur
l’appareil.

• Ne pas manipuler le cordon
d’alimentation avec les mains
mouillées.

• Lorsque l’interrupteur est sur la
position OFF, l’appareil n’est pas
complètement déconnecté du
SECTEUR (MAINS).

• L’appareil sera installé près de la
source d’alimentation, de sorte
que cette dernière soit facilement
accessible.

• Evite altas temperaturas.
Permite la sufi ciente dispersión del
calor cuando está instalado en la
consola.

• Maneje el cordón de energía con
cuidado.
Sostenga el enchufe cuando
desconecte el cordón de energía.

• Mantenga el equipo libre de
humedad, agua y polvo.

• Desconecte el cordón de energía
cuando no utilice el equipo por
mucho tiempo.

• No obstruya los orifi cios de
ventilación.

• No deje objetos extraños dentro
del equipo.

• No permita el contacto de
insecticidas, gasolina y diluyentes
con el equipo.

• Nunca desarme o modifi que el
equipo de ninguna manera.

• La ventilación no debe quedar
obstruida por haberse cubierto
las aperturas con objetos como
periódicos, manteles o cortinas.

• No deberán colocarse sobre el
aparato fuentes infl amables sin
protección, como velas encendidas.

• A la hora de deshacerse de las
pilas, respete la normativa para el
cuidado del medio ambiente.

• No exponer el aparato al goteo o
salpicaduras cuando se utilice.

• No colocar sobre el aparato objetos
llenos de líquido, como jarros.

• No maneje el cable de alimentación
con las manos mojadas.

• Cuando el interruptor está en la
posición OFF, el equipo no está
completamente desconectado de
la alimentación MAINS.

• El equipo se instalará cerca de la
fuente de alimentación de manera
que resulte fácil acceder a ella.

• Evite temperaturas altas.
Assegure uma sufi ciente dispersão
do calor quando a unidade for
instalada numa prateleira.

• Manuseie o cabo de alimentação
com cuidado.
Puxe pela fi cha quando desligar o
cabo de alimentação.

• Mantenha a unidade afastada da
humidade, da água e do pó.

• Desligue o cabo de alimentação
quando não estiver a utilizar a
unidade por longos períodos de
tempo.

• Não obstrua os orifícios de
ventilação.

• Não deixe objectos estranhos
dentro da unidade.

• Não permita que insecticidas,
benzina e diluente entrem em
contacto com a unidade.

• Nunca desmonte ou modifi que de
alguma forma a unidade.

• A ventilação não deve ser
obstruída, tapando as aberturas
de ventilação com objectos, como
jornais, toalhas ou cortinas.

• Não devem ser colocadas junto à
unidade fontes de chama aberta,
como velas acesas.

• Respeite as regulamentações
locais relativas à eliminação de
pilhas.

• Não exponha a unidade a
gotejamento ou salpicos de
líquidos.

• Não coloque objectos com líquidos,
como jarras, em cima da unidade.

• Não manuseie o cabo de
alimentação com as mãos
molhadas.

• Quando o interruptor se encontra
na posição OFF, o equipamento
não está completamente desligado
da REDE ELÉCTRICA.

• O equipamento deve ser instalado
junto da fonte de alimentação, para
que a fonte de alimentação esteja
facilmente acessível.

n CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION
PRÉCAUTIONS D’INSTALLATION
EMPLAZAMIENTO DE LA INSTALACIÓN
PRECAUÇÕES DE INSTALAÇÃO

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Wall
Paroi
Pared
Parede

zFor proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confi ned

space, such as a bookcase or similar enclosure.

• More than 0.3 m (12 in.) is recommended.

• Do not place any other equipment on this unit.

zPour permettre la dissipation de chaleur requise, n’installez

pas cette unité dans un espace confi né tel qu’une bibliothèque
ou un endroit similaire.

• Une distance de plus de 0,3 m (12 po) est recommandée.

• Ne placez aucun matériel sur cet appareil.

zPara la dispersión del calor adecuadamente, no instale este

equipo en un lugar confi nado tal como una librería o unidad
similar.

• Se recomienda dejar más de 0,3 m (12 pulg.) alrededor.

• No coloque ningún otro equipo sobre la unidad.

zPara uma correcta dispersão do calor, não instale esta unidade

num espaço confi nado, como uma estante de livros ou uma
estrutura semelhante.

• São recomendados mais de 0,3 m.

• Não coloque qualquer outro equipamento sobre est unidade.

II

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.

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Contents

Getting started ·············································································· 1

Accessories ··················································································1
About this manual ········································································· 1
Features ························································································ 2
Cautions on handling ····································································2

Simple version (Simple setup guide) ··························3

Basic version ··········································································11

Connections ················································································· 12

Important information ·································································12
Connecting an HDMI-compatible device ····································12
Connecting a TV··········································································13
Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player ···························14
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) ····················14
Connecting a digital camcorder ··················································15
Connecting a portable player ······················································15
Connecting a control dock for iPod ············································· 16
Connecting an antenna ·······························································16

Playback (Basic operation) ························································· 17

Important information ·································································17
Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player ····································17
Playing a portable player ·····························································17
Playing an iPod® ········································································· 18
Tuning in radio stations ······························································· 20

Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode) ··························21

Standard playback ······································································· 21
Multi channel stereo playback ····················································23
Virtual playback ···········································································23
Stereo playback ··········································································23
Direct playback ···········································································23

Advanced version ·······························································24

Speaker installation/connection (Other than 5.1-channel) ····· 25

Install ··························································································25
Connect ······················································································26

Playback (Advanced operation) ················································· 27

Convenient functions ·································································· 27

How to make detailed settings ·················································· 29

Menu map ··················································································29
Examples of front display ···························································30
Input Setup ·················································································31
Option Setup···············································································33
Adjusting the sound fi eld effects ················································ 34
Information ·················································································37

Information ·············································································38

Part names and functions···························································39

Front panel ·················································································· 39
Display ························································································ 39
Rear panel ··················································································· 40
Remote control unit ····································································41

Other information ·······································································43

Trademark information ································································43
Surround ····················································································· 44
Explanation of terms ··································································· 48

Troubleshooting ·········································································· 49

Resetting the microprocessor ····················································51

Specifi cations ·············································································· 51

Accessories

Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.

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

w Warranty (for North America model only) ................................ 1

e Service network list ................................................................. 1

r Remote control unit (RC-1149) ................................................ 1

t R03/AAA batteries ................................................................... 2

y AM loop antenna ..................................................................... 1

u FM indoor antenna ..................................................................1

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About this manual

n Operation buttons

The operations described in this manual are based mainly on
remote control operation.

n Symbols

v

NOTE

This symbol indicates a reference page on which
related information is described.

This symbol indicates a supplementary information
and tips for operations.

This symbol indicates points to remember operations
or function limitations.

Basic version Advanced versionSimple version Information

n Illustrations

Note that the illustrations in these instructions are for explanation
purposes and may differ from the actual unit.

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Features

Fully Discrete, identical quality and power for all
5 channels (110 W x 5ch)

The unit is equipped with a power amplifi er that plays back high­fi delity sound in surround mode with equal quality and power for all
channels, true to the original sound.
The power amplifi er circuit adopts a discrete-circuit confi guration
that achieves high-quality surround sound play back.

Supports HDMI 1.4a with 3D, Deep Color and
x.v.Color function

This unit can output 3D video signals input from a Blu-ray Disc
player to a TV that supports a 3D system.

4-HDMI inputs and 1-output

The unit is equipped with 4 HDMI input connectors for connecting
devices with HDMI connectors, such as a Blu-ray Disc player,
game machine, HD video camera, etc.

High Defi nition Audio Support

The unit is equipped with a decoder which supports high-quality
digital audio format for Blu-ray Disc players such as Dolby TrueHD,
DTS-HD Master Audio, etc.

Dock connecrivity for iPod® and network
streaming

If an optional DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-3N, ASD-3W,
ASD-51N or ASD-51W) is connected to this unit, you can listen to
Internet radio or enjoy music and photos stored in your PC.

zAn Internet connection environment is required.

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 going on vacation 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 that
occurs, 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.

• About Care

• Wipe the cabinet and control panel clean with a soft cloth.

• Follow the instructions when using a chemical cleaner.

• Benzene, paint thinner or other organic solvents as well as

insecticide may cause material changes and discoloration if brought
into contact with the unit, and should therefore not be used.

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Simple
version

Here, we explain the entire setup procedure, from unboxing the unit to using it in a home theater.
Standard settings have been made for the speaker as default.
For optimum surround playback, adjustment of the distance of speakers and sound level of each channel, using the test tone, are
required, depending on the environment for speakers to be used.

Simple version (Simple setup guide)

n Before connecting the unit, turn off the power to all devices.
n For operation of the connected devices, refer to the user manuals for each device.

1

Install

(vpage4)

2

Connect

(vpage4)

3

Turn on
power

(vpage6)

Enjoy better audio, using
the correct install method.

Connect 5.1-channel
speakers, a TV and Blu­ray Disc player equipped
with an HDMI connector.

4

Set up
speakers

(vpage6)

Basic version Advanced version InformationSimple version

5

Play back
disc

(vpage10)

Enjoy Blu-ray Disc and DVD
in surround sound.

Set Up Speakers

Speaker Confi guration

Crossover FrequencyChannel LevelDistanceBass Setting

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1

Install

1 2 4 53

This unit can perform 2.0/2.1 to 7.1-channel surround playback.
Here, we explain setup using the example of 5.1-channel speaker
playback.

FL FR

SW

C

22 – 30˚

120˚

SL

Listening position

SR

2

Connect

Speakers

Carefully check the left (L) and right (R)
channels and + (red) and – (black) polarities
on the speakers being connected to the
this unit, and be sure to interconnect the
channels and polarities correctly.

Connecting the speaker cables

Peel off about 0.03 ft/10 mm of sheathing from
the tip of the speaker cable, then either twist the
core wire tightly or terminate it.

1 2 4 53

NOTE

• Connect so that the speaker cable core wires

do not protrude from the speaker terminal.
The protection circuit may be activated if the
core wires touch the rear panel or if the + and –
sides touch each other (vpage48 “Protection
Circuit”).

• Never touch the speaker terminals while the

power supply is connected. Doing so could
result in electric shock.

• Use speakers with the speaker impedances

shown below.

Speaker terminals

FRONT

SURROUND

Speaker

impedance

6 – 16 ΩCENTER

FL Front speaker (L) • Install the surround speakers in a position
FR Front speaker (R)
C Center speaker
SW Subwoofer
SL Surround speaker (L)
SR Surround speaker (R)

4

The “Simple version” describes the installation, connection and setup methods for 5.1-channel speakers.

2 to 3 ft (60 to 90 cm) higher than ear
level.

Surround

Front
speaker

speaker

2 – 3 ft /
60 – 90 cm

GViewed from the sideH

See page 25 for the installation and connection for speakers other than 5.1-channel speakers.

When using a banana plug

Tighten the speaker terminal fi rmly before
inserting the banana plug.

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Connect

Blu-ray Disc player and TV

Use only an HDMI (High Defi nition Multimedia Interface) cable that bears the HDMI
logo (a certifi ed HDMI product). Using a cable without the HDMI logo (an uncertifi ed
HDMI product) may result in abnormal playback.
When outputting Deep Color or 1080p, etc., we recommend you use “High Speed
HDMI cable
playback.

Blu-ray Disc player

” or “High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet” for enhanced high-quality

TV

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Audio cable
(sold separately)

SL

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NOTE

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

• Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in humming or noise.

The “Simple version” describes the installation, connection and setup methods for 5.1-channel speakers.

See page 25 for the installation and connection for speakers other than 5.1-channel speakers.

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1

2
3

Turn on power

Turn on the TV and subwoofer
power.

Power on

Change the TV input to the input of
this unit.

Press POWER ON to turn on power
to the unit.

The power indicator fl ashes green and the
power turns on.

Power on

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The settings for the following 5 items should be made:

Menu operation

Set up speakers

Speaker Confi g.

Bass Setting

Distance

Channel Level

Crossover Freq.

Select speaker confi guration and size (bass
reproduction capability).

Set subwoofer and LFE signal range playback.

Set distance from listening position to speakers.
Measure beforehand the distance from the
listening position to each speaker.

Set the volume of the test tone to be the same
when it is output from each speaker.

Set the maximum frequency of the bass signal
output from each channel to the subwoofer.
Set the Crossover Frequency to suit the bass
reproduction capability of the speaker being used.

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Press MENU.

1

The menu is displayed on the display of this unit.

Power on

Press ENTER.

Speaker Setup

2

Use ui to select the menu to be set or operated, and then press

3

ENTER.

Use o p to select a detailed setting, and then press ENTER.

4

• To return to the previous item, press RETURN.

• Exiting the Menu, press MENU while the menu is displayed.

The menu returns to normal display.

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Set up speakers

Speaker Confi g.

Press MENU.

The menu is displayed on the display of this unit.

1

Speaker Setup

Use ui to select “Speaker Setup”, and then press

2

ENTER.

Speaker Config.

Use ui to select “Speaker Confi g.”, and then press

3

ENTER.

Front :•Large–

NOTE

Do not use the outward shape of the speaker to determine selection
of a “Large” or “Small” speaker. Instead, use the frequencies set in
“Crossover Frequency” (vpage9) as the standard for determining
bass reproduction capability.

Use ui to select a speaker, and use o p to select a

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detailed setting.

Items to be set are shown below.

Front

• Large : Use a large speaker that can adequately play back low
frequencies.

• Small : Use a small speaker that has inadequate playback capacity
for low frequencies.

• When “SW” is set to “No”, “Front” is automatically set to “Large”.

• When “Front” is set to “Small”, “Center”, “Surround“ and
“S.B(Pre)” can not be set to “Large”.

Center

• Large : Use a large speaker that can adequately play back low
frequencies.

• Small : Use a small speaker that has inadequate playback capacity
for low frequencies.

• None : Select when a center speaker is not connected.

“Large” is not displayed when “Front” is set to “Small”.

Surround

• Large : Use a large speaker that can adequately play back low
frequencies.

• Small : Use a small speaker that has inadequate playback capacity
for low frequencies.

• None : Select when the surround speakers are not connected.

Set the front speaker size.

Set the presence and size of the center speaker.

Set the presence and size of the surround speakers.

Default settings are underlined.

S.B(Pre)

(Surround Back)

• Large : Use a large speaker that can adequately play back low
frequencies.

• Small : Use a small speaker that has inadequate playback capacity
for low frequencies.

• None : Select when the surround back speakers are not connected.

Even when the “S.B(Pre)“ setting is other than “None”, sound

maynot be emitted from the surround back speaker, depending
on the playback source. In this case, make “Surround Parameter”
– “SB CH OUT” (vpage35) setting other than “OFF”.

SW (Subwoofer)

• Yes : Use a subwoofer.

• No : Select when a subwoofer is not connected.

When “Front” is set to “Small”, “SW” is automatically set to

“Yes”.

Set the presence, size and number of surround
back speakers.

Set the presence of a subwoofer.

Press ENTER to enter the setting.

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Speaker Config.

Basic version Advanced version InformationSimple version

Remote control operation

buttons

• When “Surround” is set to “Large”, “S.B(Pre)” can be set to
“Large”.

• When “Surround” is set to “None”, “S.B(Pre)” can automatically
set to “None”.

Move the cursor
(Up/Down/Left/Right)

Confi rm the setting Return to previous menu

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Set up speakers

Bass Setting

Use ui to select “Bass Setting”, and

1

then press ENTER.

Bass Setting

LFE •120Hz–

Use o p to select the frequency.

2

LFE

Set LFE signal playback range.

• 80Hz / 90Hz / 100Hz / 110Hz / 120Hz / 150Hz

/ 200Hz / 250Hz

Default settings are underlined.

Use ui to select “Mode”, and use

3

o p to select a detailed setting.

Mode :• LFE –

Mode

• LFE : The low range signal of the channel set to
“Small” speaker size is added to the LFE signal
output from the subwoofer.

• LFE+Main : The low range signal of all channels
is added to the LFE signal output from the
subwoofer.

• “Mode” can be set when “Speaker Confi g.” –
“SW” (vpage7) 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.

NOTE

If “Front” and “Center” for “Speaker Confi g.”
are set to “Large”, and “Mode” is set to “LFE”,
no sound may be output from the subwoofers,
depending on the input signal or selected
surround mode.

Select low range signals to be
reproduced by subwoofer.

Distance

Use ui to select “Distance”, and

1

then press ENTER.

Distance

Feet :• 1ft–

Use o p to change the step (minimum

2

variable distance).

1ft : For changing in 1-foot steps.

0.1ft : For changing in 0.1-foot steps.

Default settings are underlined.

Use ui to select a speaker, and use

3

o p to select distance.

FL / FR / C / SW / SL / SR / SBLz / SBRz

Select the speaker.

zWhen the “Speaker Confi g.” – “S.B(Pre)”

(vpage 7) setting is set to “None”,
“SBL” and “SBR” is not displayed.

• 0.0ft – 60.0ft : Set the distance.

• The speakers that can be selected differ
depending on the “Speaker Confi g.” (vpage7)
settings.

• Default settings :
FL / FR / C / SW : 12.0 ft
SL / SR / SBL / SBR : 10.0 ft

• Set the difference in the distance between the
speakers to less than 20 ft.

NOTE

Speakers set to “None” in “Speaker Confi g.”
(vpage7) are not displayed.

Press ENTER to enter the setting.

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Distance

Press ENTER to enter the setting.

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Bass Setting

8

Remote control operation

buttons

Move the cursor
(Up/Down/Left/Right)

Confi rm the setting Return to previous menu

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Set up speakers

Channel Level

Use ui to select “Channel Level”,

1

and then press ENTER.

Channel Level

Test Tone Start

Press ENTER.

2

Output test tone.

Use ui to select a speaker, and use

3

o p to adjust the sound volume of

each speaker to be equal.

FL / C / FR / SR / SBRz / SBLz / SL / SW

Select the speaker.

z When the “Speaker Confi g.” – “S.B(Pre)”

(vpage 7) setting is set to “None”,
“SBL” and “SBR” is not displayed.

• –12.0dB – +12.0dB (0.0dB) : Adjust the volume.

• When o is pressed while the subwoofer volume
is set to “–12 dB”, the “SW” setting switches
to “OFF”.

• 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 27.

NOTE

• Speakers set to “None” in the “Speaker
Confi g.” (vpage7) settings are not displayed.

• When a headphones jack is inserted in the
PHONES jack of this unit, the “Channel Level”
is not displayed.

Default settings are underlined.

Default

• Yes : Reset to the defaults.

• No : Do not reset to the defaults.

The “Channel Level” settings are
returned to the default settings.

Press ENTER to enter the setting.

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Test Tone Start

Press RETURN.

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Channel Level

n Outputting a test tone directly with remote

control operation

This is operable when the surround mode is
Dolby Pro Logic g, Dolby Pro Logic gx, or DTS
NEO:6.

q Press TEST.
The test tone is output from the “L” channel

of the front speakers.

w Use o p to adjust the sound volume of each

speaker to be equal.

e Use u i to select the next speaker for

outputting the test tone.

r Once adjustment is completed, press TEST

again.

Crossover Freq.

Use ui to select “Crossover Freq.”,

1

and then press ENTER.

Crossover Freq.

Front :• 80Hz–

Use ui to select a speaker, and use

2

o p to select the frequency.

Front / Center / Surround / S.Back

Specify crossover frequency for each
speaker.

• 40Hz / 60Hz / 80Hz / 90Hz / 100Hz / 110Hz
/ 120Hz / 150Hz / 200Hz / 250Hz : Set the
crossover frequency.

Default settings are underlined.

• “Crossover Freq.” can be set when the “Bass
Setting” – “Mode” (vpage 8) setting is
“LFE+Main”, or when you have a speaker that
is set to “Small”.

• Always set the crossover frequency to “80Hz”.
When using small speakers, however, we
recommend setting the crossover frequency to
a higher frequency.

• 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.

• The “Mode” setting (vpage 8) determines
which speakers can be set.

• When “LFE” is selected, speakers set to

“Small” at “Speaker Confi g.” can be set. If
the speakers are set to “Large”, “– Full –” is
displayed and the setting cannot be made.

• If set to “LFE+Main”, this setting can be made

regardless of the speaker size.

Press ENTER to enter the setting.

3

Crossover Freq.

Press MENU.

4

The menu returns to normal display.

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Remote control operation

buttons

Move the cursor
(Up/Down/Left/Right)

Confi rm the setting Return to previous menu

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1

2

Play back disc

Press BD to switch an input source
for a player used for playback.

Play the component connected to
this unit.

Make the necessary settings on the
player (language setting, subtitles
setting, etc.) beforehand.

Adjust the sound volume.

3

VOL d ··········································· Volume up
VOL f ······································ Volume down
MUTE ·················································· Muting

Set the listening mode.

Set the listening mode according to the

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playback contents (cinema, music, etc.)
or according to your liking (vpage21
“Selecting a listening mode (Surround
mode)”).

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When power is switched to standby

Press POWER OFF.

GPower indicator status in standby modeH

• Normal standby : Off

You can also switch the power to standby by
pressing ON/STANDBY on the main unit.

NOTE

During power standby, a minimal amount of power is consumed. To
totally cut off the power, remove the power cord from the power
outlet.

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Basic
version

Basic version

Here, we explain the connections and basic operation methods for this unit.

F Connections vpage12
F Playback (Basic operation) vpage17
F Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode) vpage21

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Advanced version InformationBasic versionSimple version

n Refer to the pages indicated below for information on connecting and playing back the various

media and external devices.

Audio and video

TV
Blu-ray Disc player
DVD player
Set-top box (Satellite tuner or cable TV)
Game console
Digital camcorder
Control dock for iPod
Portable player

Audio

Radio

For speaker connections, see page 4.

vpage12, 13
vpage12, 14 vpage17
vpage12, 14 vpage17
vpage12, 14
vpage12
vpage15
vpage16 vpage18
vpage15 vpage17

vpage16 vpage20

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Connections

Important information

• Make connections as follows before using this unit. Select an appropriate connection type

according to the components to be connected.

• You may need to make some settings on this unit depending on the connection method. Refer to

each description for more information.

• Select the cables (sold separately) according to the components being connected.

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 being
connected.

• 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 noise.

Connecting an HDMI-compatible device

You can connect up to fi ve HDMI-compatible devices to the unit.

HDMI function

• 3D

• Deep Color (vpage48)

• x.v.Color, sYCC601 color, Adobe RGB color, Adobe YCC601color (vpage48, 49)

• High defi nition digital audio format

Copyright protection system

In order to play back digital video and audio such as BD-Video or DVD-Video via HDMI connection, both
this unit and TV or the player need to support the copyright protection system known as HDCP (High­bandwidth Digital Content Protection System). HDCP is copyright protection technology comprised of
data encryption and authentication of the connected AV device. This unit supports HDCP.

• If a device that does not support HDCP is connected, video and audio are not output correctly. Read

the owner’s manual of your television or player for more information.

About HDMI cables

When a device supporting Deep Color signal transfer is connected, use a cable compatible “High Speed
HDMI cable” or “High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet”.

About 3D function

This unit supports input and output of 3D (3 dimensional) video signals of the HDMI 1.4a standards. For
playing the 3D video content, a player, and a TV that support the 3D function of the HDMI 1.4a standards
are required in addition to this unit.

Cables used for connections

Audio and video cable (sold separately)

HDMI cable

• This interface allows transfer of digital video signals and digital audio signals over a single HDMI cable.

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• When this unit is connected to other devices with HDMI cables, connect this unit and TV also with an
HDMI cable.

• When connecting a device that supports Deep Color transmission, please use a “High Speed HDMI
cable” or “High Speed cable with Ethernet”.

• Video signals are not output if the input video signals do not match the monitor’s resolution. In this case,
switch the Blu-ray Disc/DVD player’s resolution to a resolution with which the monitor is compatible.

• When this unit 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.

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NOTE

• The audio signal from the HDMI output connector (sampling frequency, number of channels, etc.) may be
limited by the HDMI audio specifi cations of the connected device regarding permissible inputs.

• Only an HDMI signal is output from the HDMI MONITOR OUT connector.

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Connecting an HDMI-compatible device

Connecting to a device equipped with a DVI-D connector

When an HDMI/DVI conversion cable (sold separately) is used, the HDMI video signals are converted to
DVI signals, allowing connection to a device equipped with a DVI-D connector.

NOTE

• No sound is output when connected to a device equipped with a DVI-D connector. Make separate audio
connections.

• Signals cannot be output to DVI-D devices that do not support HDCP.

• Depending on the combination of devices, the video signals may not be output.

n Settings related to HDMI connections

Set as necessary. For details, see the respective reference pages.

Other Setup (vpage34)

Make settings for HDMI audio output.

• Audio Out

NOTE

The audio signals output from the HDMI connectors are only the HDMI input signals.

Connecting a TV

• Select the connector to use and connect the device.

• For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage12).

To listen to TV audio through this device, use the optical digital connection.

NOTE

If the VIDEO input connector and S-VIDEO input connector are to be used, be sure to connect the
MONITOR output connector of the unit and the VIDEO input connector of the TV, using a video cable.

Cables used for connections

Video cable (sold separately)

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in Set as Necessary

Set this to change the digital input connector to which the input source is assigned.
“Input Assign” (vpage31)

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Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player

• You can enjoy video and audio from a Blu-ray Disc or DVD.

• Select the connector to use and connect the device.

• For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage12).

NOTE

If the DVD VIDEO input connector is to be used, be sure to connect the MONITOR output connector of the
unit and the VIDEO input connector of the TV, using a video cable.

Cables used for connections

Video cables (sold separately)

Video cable

Audio cable

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DVD player

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Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)

• You can watch satellite or cable TV.

• Select the connector to use and connect the device.

• For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage12).

NOTE

If the SAT/CBL VIDEO input connector is to be used, be sure to connect the MONITOR output connector
of the unit and the VIDEO input connector of the TV, using a video cable.

Cables used for connections

Video cables (sold separately)

Video cable

Audio cable

Coaxial
digital cable

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in Set as Necessary

Set this to change the digital input connector to which the input source is assigned.
“Input Assign” (vpage31)

For HD audio (Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, Dolby Digital Plus and DTS Express) playback, connect with HDMI
(vpage12 “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device”).

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R

L

in Set as Necessary

Set this to change the digital input connector to which the input source is assigned.

“Input Assign” (vpage31)

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Connecting a digital camcorder

• You can enjoy video and audio from a digital camcorder.

• For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage12).

Cables used for connections

Video cable (sold separately)

Video cable

Audio cable

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L

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Connecting a portable player

If a portable player is connected via the PORTABLE IN jack of the unit, music from the portable player can
be played.

Cables used for connections

Audio cable (sold separately)

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plug cable

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in Set as Necessary

Set this to change the digital input connector to which the input source is assigned.
“Input Assign” (vpage31)

• You can enjoy games by connecting a game machine via the V.AUX input connector. In this case, set the
input source to “V.AUX”.

• If a portable player is connected via the PORTABLE IN jack on the front panel, playback from the portable
player has priority.

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Connecting a control dock for iPod

• Connect a control dock for iPod to the unit to enjoy video and music stored
on an iPod.

• For a control dock for iPod, use ASD-11R, ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N and
ASD-51W made by DENON (sold separately).

• For instructions on the control dock for iPod settings, refer to the control
dock for iPod’s operating instructions.

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L

z

R

L

zUse the AV/Control Cable supplied with the DENON

control dock for iPod.

in Set as Necessary

Set this to change the digital input connector to which the input source
is assigned.
“Input Assign” (vpage31)

Connecting an antenna

• Connect the FM antenna or AM loop antenna supplied with the unit to enjoy listening to radio broadcasts.

• After connecting the antenna and receiving a broadcast signal (vpage20 “Listening to FM/AM broadcasts”), fi x the antenna with tape
in a position where the noise level becomes minimal.

Direction of broadcasting station

FM outdoor

antenna

75 Ω Coaxial

cable

FM indoor

antenna

(supplied)

Ground

AM outdoor

antenna

n AM loop antenna assembly

Put the stand section

1

through the bottom of the
loop antenna from the
rear and bend it forward.

Insert the projecting part

2

into the square hole in
the stand.

Loop

antenna

weq

Stand
Square

hole
Projecting

part

Black White

n Using the AM loop antenna

Suspending on a wall

Suspend directly on a wall without
assembling.

Standing alone

Use the procedure shown left to
assemble.

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.

• If the signal has noise interference, connect the ground
terminal (GND) to reduce noise.

• If you are unable to receive a good broadcast signal, we
recommend installing an outdoor antenna. For details, inquire
at the retail store where you purchased the unit.

AM loop antenna
(supplied)

Nail, tack, etc.

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n Selecting the input source (vpage17)
n Adjusting the master volume (vpage17)
n Turning off the sound temporarily (vpage17)

n Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player

(vpage17)

n Playing a portable player (vpage17)
n Playing an iPod® (vpage18)
n Tuning in radio stations (vpage20)

Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode)

(vpage21)

Playback (Advanced operation) (vpage27)

Important information

Before starting playback, make the connections between the different
components and the settings on the receiver.

NOTE

Also refer to the operating instructions of the connected components
when playing them.

Selecting the input source

Press the input source select button
(DVD, BD, TUNER, DOCK, SAT/CBL,

GAME, V.AUX

back.

The desired input source can be selected
directly.

z

, TV) to be played

Adjusting the master volume

Use VOL df to adjust the volume.

n When the “Volume Display” setting

(vpage33) is “Relative”

GAdjustable rangeH

– – –

–80.5dB – 18.0dB

n When the “Volume Display” setting (vpage33) is

“Absolute”

GAdjustable rangeH

• The variable range differs according to the input signal and channel
level setting.

You can also operate via the main unit.
In this case, perform the following
operations.
Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the
volume.

0.0 – 99.0

Turning off the sound temporarily

Press MUTE.

• The sound is reduced to the level set at “Mute Level” (vpage33).

• To cancel, press MUTE again. Muting can also be canceled by

adjusting the master volume.

Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD
player

The following describes the procedure for playing Blu-ray Disc player/
DVD player.

Prepare for playback.

q Turn on the power of the TV,

1

2
3

4

subwoofer and player.

w Change the TV input to the input of

this unit.

e Load the disc in the player.

Press POWER ON to turn on
power to the unit.

Press BD or DVD to switch an
input source for a player used for
playback.

Play the component connected to this unit.

Make the necessary settings on the player (language setting,
subtitles setting, etc.) beforehand.

Playing a portable player

The following describes the procedure for playing portable player.

Connect the portable player to

1

this unit (vpage 15 “Connecting
a portable player”).

Press POWER ON to turn on

2

power to the unit.
Press V.AUX to switch the input

3

source to “V.AUX”.

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z For operation with the main unit,

use V.AUX/PORTABLE.

Play the component connected to this unit.

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Playing an iPod

You can play back both video, photo and audio.

Listening to music on an iPod

DENON Control dock for iPod usable on this unit

• ASD-11R/ASD-3N/ASD-3W/ASD-51N/ASD-51W

®

®

Prepare for playback.

q Connect the DENON control dock for iPod to this unit

1

(vpage16 “Connecting a control dock for iPod”).

w Set the iPod

®

in the DENON control dock for iPod.

Press POWER ON to turn on power to the unit.

2

Press DOCK to switch the input source to “DOCK”.

3

• If “Browse mode” is selected in step 4, the following screen is
displayed on a TV screen.
When ASD-11R is used, iPod information is not displayed on a TV
screen. It is displayed on the display of the unit.

GWhen using an ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N and ASD-51WH

iPod

Music
Video

Up/Down Select

• In “Browse mode”, the iPod display is as
shown at right.

NOTE

• If the connections screen is not displayed,
the iPod may not be properly connected.
Reconnect it.

• For operating an iPod while viewing on a TV screen, connect the
VIDEO MONITOR output connectors on this unit and the VIDEO
input connectors on the TV, using a video cable.

OK to disconnect.

Press SEARCH and hold it down for 2 seconds or

4

more to select the display mode.

• There are two modes for displaying the contents recorded on the
iPod.

Browse mode

• English letters, numbers and certain symbols are displayed.
Incompatible characters are displayed as “.” (period).

Remote mode

• “Dock Remote” is displayed on the display of this unit.

Display mode

Playable
fi les

Active
buttons

z Video may not be output, depending on

the combination of ASD-11R, ASD-3N,
ASD-3W, ASD-51N or ASD-51W DENON
control dock for iPod and iPod.

Display iPod information on the TV screen or

display of this unit.

Display iPod information on the iPod screen.

Browse mode Remote mode

Music fi le
Photo fi le
Video fi le
Remote

control unit
(This unit)

®

iPod

33

33

33

3

3

z

z

Use ui to select the item, then

5

press ENTER or p to select the
fi le to be played.

Press ENTER or p.

6

Playback starts.

• To play back compressed audio with extended bass or treble
reproduction, we recommend playback in RESTORER mode
(vpage36). The default setting is “ON”.

• In Browse mode, press
name, artist name, and album name.

NOTE

• Press POWER OFF and set this unit’s power
to the standby mode before disconnecting
the iPod. Also switch the input source to
“DOCK” before disconnecting the iPod.

• Depending on the type of iPod and the software version, some
functions may not operate.

• Note that DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any
problems arising with the data on an iPod when using this unit in
conjunction with the iPod.

STATUS during playback to check the title

Viewing videos on an iPod® in the Browse
mode

When an iPod equipped with a video function is connected to a
DENON ASD-11R, ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N and ASD-51W control
dock for iPod, image fi les can be played in the Browse mode.

Use ui to select “Videos”, then

1

press ENTER or p.

Use ui to select the search item

2

or folder, then press ENTER or p.

Use ui to select the video fi le, then press ENTER

3

or p.

Playback starts.

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Viewing photos and videos on an iPod® in
the Remote mode

This unit can play back on a TV screen photos and data stored on an
iPod equipped with a slide show or video function.

Press and hold SEARCH to set the

1

Remote mode.

“Dock Remote” is displayed on the
display of this unit.

Watching the iPod’s screen, use ui to select

2

“Photos” or “Videos”.

• Depending on the iPod model, it may be necessary to operate the
iPod unit directly.

Press ENTER until the image you want to view is

3

displayed.

iPod operation

Operation buttons Function

(Press and hold)

(Press and hold)

8 9

RESTORER RESTORER

• Repeat playback (vpage33 “Repeat”)

• Shuffl ing playback (vpage33 “Shuffl e”)
zThis functions when an ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-

51N or ASD-51W is used.

Playing an iPod

MENU Amp menu

uio p

ENTER Enter

SEARCH

RETURN Return

6 7

1/3

2

REPEAT Repeat playback

RANDOM Shuffl ing playback

MEMORY

STATUS

Check of title name/artist name/album

Cursor operation

Browse / Remote mode switching

Manual search

(fast-reverse/fast-forward)

Playback / Pause
Auto search (cue)

Stop

Store memoryz

name (in Browse mode)

®

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“TV Out” at the iPod’s “Slide show 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.

NOTE

Video may not be output, depending on the combination of ASD-11R,
ASD-3N, ASD-3W, ASD-51N or ASD-51W and iPod.

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Tuning in radio stations

Listening to FM/AM broadcasts

Press TUNER to switch the input

1

source to “TUNER”.
Press BAND to select “FM” or

2

“AM”.

FM

When listening to an FM broadcast.

AM

When listening to an AM broadcast.

Tune in the desired broadcast

3

station.

q To tune in automatically

(Auto tuning)

Press MODE to light the “AUTO” indicator
on the display, then use TUNING d or

TUNING f 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 TUNING d or

TUNING f to select the station you want

to hear.

• If the desired station cannot be tuned in with auto tuning, tune it in
manually.

• When tuning in stations manually, press and hold TUNING d or

TUNING f to change frequencies continuously.

n Presetting radio stations (Manual preset)

Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune
them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset.

• Stations can be preset automatically at “Auto Preset”
(vpage32). If “Auto Preset” is performed after performing “Manual
Preset”, the “Manual Preset” settings will be overwritten.

Tune in the broadcast station you

1

want to preset.
Press MEMORY.

2

Press SHIFT to select the block (A

3

to G) in which the channel (1 to 8
per a block) is to be preset, then
press CHANNEL + or CHANNEL

–

to select the preset number.

Press MEMORY again to complete the setting.

4

• To preset other stations, repeat steps 1 to 4.

Default settings

Block (A – G)

and

Channel (1 – 8)

A1 – A8

B1 – B8

C1 – C8 90.1 MHz
D1 – D8 90.1 MHz
E1 – E8 90.1 MHz

F1 – F8 90.1 MHz

G1 – G8 90.1 MHz

87.5 / 89.1 / 98.1 / 107.9 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 /

90.1 MHz
520 / 600 / 1000 / 1400 / 1500 / 1710 kHz,

90.1 / 90.1 MHz

Default Settings

n Listening to preset stations

Press SHIFT to select the memory

1

block (A to G).
Press CHANNEL + or CHANNEL –

2

to select the desired preset
channel.

n Tuner (FM/AM) operation

Operation buttons Function

CHANNEL +, – Preset channel selection

MENU Amp menu

uio p

ENTER Enter

RETURN Return

BAND FM/AM switching
MODE Switch search modes

TUNING df

SHIFT Preset channel block selection

MEMORY Preset memory registration

Cursor operation

Tuning (up/down)

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Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode)

This unit can play input audio signals in multi-channel surround mode or in stereo mode.
Select a listening mode suitable for the playback contents (cinema, music, etc.) or according to your liking.

Listening Mode

Input audio

signal

2-channel

Multi channel

2-channel

Multi channel

2-channel

Multi channel

2-channel

Multi channel

2-channel

Multi channel

• Some listening modes cannot be selected, depending on the audio format or number of channels of the input
signal. For details, see “Types of input signals, and corresponding surround modes” (vpage46).

• Adjust the sound fi eld effect with the menu “Surround Parameter” (vpage34) to enjoy your favorite sound
mode.

• Buttons on the remote control unit or main unit can be used for operations.

GOperations with the remote control unitH
Press SURROUND 0 or SURROUND 1 and the modes are switched as shown below.
GOperations with the main unitH
Press SURROUND MODE 0 or SURROUND MODE 1 and the modes are switched as shown below.

Playback Listening mode

For 2-channel signal input:

• Surround-channel signals are created and played with surround playback.
For multichannel signal input:

Surround

Surround

Surround

Stereo

Stereo

Surround

DIRECT STEREO PLg (or PLgx)

VIRTUAL

z The display varies depending on the audio format or the number

of channels of input signals.

z

Standard playback

(vpage21)

Multi channel stereo

playback (vpage23)

Virtual playback

(vpage23)

Stereo playback

(vpage23)

Direct playback

(vpage23)

MULTI CH STEREO

• The surround signal recorded in source is played as surround playback.
(The sound is played according to the settings of the speaker size in
“Speaker Confi g.” (vpage7).)

• Surround-back-channel signals that are not recorded in source can be
created.

This mode is for enjoying stereo sound from all speakers.

This mode is for enjoying surround effects using only the front speakers
or headphones.

• If multichannel signals are input, they are mixed down to 2-channel audio
and are played.

• Subwoofer signals are also output.

Sound recorded in source is played as is.

• Surround back signals are not created.

• In this mode, the following items cannot be adjusted.

• Tone (vpage36) • RESTORER (vpage36)

z

z

DTS NEO:6

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Standard playback

n Surround playback of 2-channel sources

Playing the source (vpage 17 – 20).

1

GOperations with the remote

2

control unitH
Press SURROUND 0 or

SURROUND 1 to select the

surround decoder to play back
multichannel sound.

Select the surround mode while viewing
the display on the display of this unit.

GOperations with the main unitH
Press STANDARD to select
the surround decoder to
play back multichannel
sound.

• Which decoder can be selected depends on the settings of
“Speaker Confi g.” (vpage7).

z

DOLBY PLgx

DOLBY PLg

DTS NEO:6

zThis can be selected when “Speaker Confi g.” – “S.B(Pre)”

(vpage7) is not set to “None”.

This mode is for 7.1-channel surround playback
using the surround back speakers.

• “PLgx Cinema”, “PLgx Music”or “PLgx Game”
is displayed.

This mode is for 5.1-channel surround playback.
Select this mode if no surround back speaker is
to be used.

• “PLg Cinema”, “PLg Music”, “PLg Game” or
“Pro Logic” is displayed.

This mode is for 7.1-channel or 5.1-channel
surround playback using the surround back
speakers.

• “DTS NEO:6 Cinema” or “DTS NEO:6 Music” is
displayed.

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Press SURROUND PARAMETER

3

and then press ENTER

.

Mode:• Cinema –

Use o p to select the mode according to the content

4

to be played and then press ENTER.

Cinema

Music

Game

Pro Logic

zThis can be selected when “Speaker Confi g.” – “S.B(Pre)”

(vpage7) is not set to “None”.

This mode is suited for movie sources.

This mode is suited for music sources. More sound
is sent to the front speakers than in “Cinema”
mode.

This mode is suited for games.

z

This mode is suitable for playback of 2-channel
sources recorded with Dolby Pro Logic.

Press SURROUND PARAMETER.

5

The menu returns to normal display.

n Surround playback of multi-channel sources

(Dolby Digital, DTS etc.)

Playing the source (vpage 17 – 20).

1

Displaying the currently playing surround mode

Input signal Surround mode Display

DOLBY DIGITAL
(other than 2ch) /
DOLBY DIGITAL EX

DOLBY DIGITAL Plus DOLBY DIGITAL Plus
DOLBY TrueHD DOLBY TrueHD

DTS (5.1ch) /
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 /
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 /
DTS 96/24

DTS-HD

PCM (multi ch)

z1 This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Matrix 6.1” and this unit’s “AFDM”

(vpage35) setting is “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”.

DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL EX
DOLBY DIGITAL + PLgx
CINEMA
DOLBY DIGITAL + PLgx MUSIC

DTS SURROUND
DTS + PLgx CINEMA
DTS + PLgx MUSIC
DTS + NEO:6
DTS ES MTRX6.1
DTS ES DSCRT6.1
DTS 96/24
DTS-HD HI RES
DTS-HD MSTR
DTS Express
MULTI CH IN
MULTI IN + PLgx CINEMA
MULTI IN + PLgx MUSIC
MULTI CH IN 7.1

z1

z2

z3

DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL EX

DOLBY D PL x C

DOLBY D PL x M
DOLBY DIGITAL +
DOLBY TrueHD
DTS SURROUND
DTS PL x C
DTS PL x M
DTS NEO:6
DTS ES MTRX6.1
DTS ES DSCRT6.1
DTS 96/24
DTS-HD HI RES
DTS-HD MSTR
DTS Express
MULTI CH IN
MULTI IN PL x C
MULTI IN PL x M
MULTI CH IN 7.1

Standard playback

GViews on the displayH

qw

q Shows a decoder to be used.

• A DOLBY DIGITAL decoder is displayed as
“DOLBY D”.

• A DOLBY DIGITAL Plus decoder is displayed
as “DOLBY DIGITAL +”.

w Shows a decoder that creates sound output

from the surround back speakers.

For an input signal that can be reproduced in
each surround mode, see “Surround modes and
surround parameters” (vpage44).

GOperations with the remote

2

control unitH
Press SURROUND 0 or

SURROUND 1 to select the

surround decoder to play back
multichannel sound.

Select the surround mode while viewing
the display on the display of this unit.

GOperations with the main unitH
Press STANDARD to select
the surround decoder to
play back multichannel
sound.

• Which decoder can be selected depends on the input signal, the
settings of “Speaker Confi g.” (vpage7).

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Multi channel stereo playback

This mode is for enjoying stereo sound from all speakers.

Playing the source (vpage 17

1

– 20).
Press SURROUND 0 or

2

SURROUND 1 to select “MULTI

CH STEREO”.

Multi channel stereo playback begins.

NOTE

When the input signal is Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD or
DTS Express, you cannot select multi channel stereo mode.

Virtual playback

This mode is for enjoying surround effects using only the front
speakers or headphones.

Playing the source (vpage 17

1

– 20).
Press SURROUND 0 or

2

SURROUND 1 to select

“VIRTUAL”.

Virtual playback begins.

Stereo playback

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.

• If multichannel signals are input, they are mixed down to 2-channel
audio and are played.

Playing the source (vpage 17

1

– 20).
Press SURROUND 0 or

2

SURROUND 1 to select

“STEREO”.

Stereo playback begins.

Direct playback

Sound recorded in source is played as is.

• Surround back signals are not created.

• In this mode, the following items cannot be adjusted.

• Tone (vpage36) • RESTORER (vpage36)

Playing the source (vpage 17

1

– 20).
Press SURROUND 0 or

2

SURROUND 1 to select

“DIRECT”.

Direct playback begins.

Advanced versionSimple version InformationBasic version

NOTE

When the input signal is Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS-HD or
DTS Express, you cannot select virtual mode.

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Advanced
version

Advanced version

Here, we explain functions and operations that let you make better use of this unit.

F Speaker installation/connection (Other than 5.1-channel) vpage25
F Playback (Advanced operation) vpage27
F How to make detailed settings vpage29

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Speaker installation/connection (Other than 5.1-channel)

Here we describe the installation and connection methods for speakers other than 5.1-channel speakers. The speaker setting method is the same as “Simple
version (Simple setup guide)” (vpage3).
For the installation, connection and setup methods for 5.1-channel speakers, see “Simple version (Simple setup guide)” (vpage3).

Procedure for speaker settings

Install

Connect (vpage26)

Set up speakers (vpage6)

Install

Install the surround back speakers in a position 2 to 3 ft (60 to 90 cm)
higher than ear level.

Surround
speaker

2 – 3 ft /
60 – 90 cm

Front
speaker

Surround back
speaker

• Point slightly
downwards

When 7.1ch (Surround back speaker) installed

FL FR

SW

C

z1

z2

z3

SL

Listening

position

SBL SBR

z1 22˚ – 30˚ z2 90˚ – 110˚ z3 135˚ – 150˚

SR

When 2.1ch installed

FL FR

SW

Listening position

FL Front speaker (L) SL Surround speaker (L)
FR Front speaker (R) SR Surround speaker (R)
C Center speaker SBL Surround back speaker (L)
SW Subwoofer SBR Surround back speaker (R)

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GViewed from the sideH

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Connect

• For the method of connecting 5.1-channel speakers, see page 4.

• For the method of connecting the TV, see page 5.

7.1-channel (Surround back speaker) connection

• A power amplifi er (sold separately) is required for this connection.

Power amplifi er

L

R

*/

L

R

FL FR

SW

2.1-channel/2-channel connection

FL FR

SW

26

SL

C

2-channel connection

For 2-channel playback, disconnect the
subwoofers.

SR

SBL SBR

For speaker impedance and speaker cable connections, see page 4.