Denon AVR-4308CI User Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-4308CI

Owner’s Manual

 GraphicalUserInterface

Use this manual in combination with the operating guide displayed on the GUI screen.

GUI Menu Operation (vpage 23) GUI Menu Map (vpage 24)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

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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.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

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

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

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

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

follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9. A product and cart combination should be moved

with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

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

11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will ﬁt into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to ﬁt, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

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

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

16. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

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

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

19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a ﬁre or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

20. Ser vicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel.

21. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualiﬁed service personnel under the following conditions:

a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualiﬁed technician to

restore the product to its normal operation, e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this

indicates a need for service.

22. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the

service technician has used replacement parts speciﬁed by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in ﬁre, electric shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product,

ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

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

ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

25. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as

radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including ampliﬁers) that produce heat.

FCC Information (For US customers)

1. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Product Name: AV Surround Receiver Model Number: AVR-4308CI This product contains FCC ID: BV2- MPGBR052.

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.

Denon Electronics (USA), LLC 100 Corporate Drive, Marwah, NJ 07430-2041 Tel. 201-762-6500 (Main)

2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modiﬁcation not expressly approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

3. CAUTION

• To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirement, separation distance of at least 20 cm must be maintained between the antenna of this product and all persons.

• This product and its antenna must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

4. 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.

NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION

• Do not let foreign objects into the unit.

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

• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the unit.

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

• Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufﬁcient heat dispersion when installed in a rack.

• Eviter des températures élevées.

Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur

sufﬁsante lors de l’installation sur une étagère.

• Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust.

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

• Unplug the power cord when not using the unit for long periods of time.

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

IC Information (For Canadian customers)

1. PRODUCT This product contains IC 6963A-MPGBR052. This product complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. 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.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

APPAREIL

Cet appareil contiens IC 6963A- MPGBR052.

Cet appareil est conforme à la norme CNR-210 du Canada. L

aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) il ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur du dispositif doit être prêt à accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique reçu, même si ce brouillage est susceptible de compromettre le fonctionnement du dispositif.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

2. CAUTION

To reduce potential radio interference to other users, the antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the

equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not more than that permitted for successful communication.

ATTENTION Aﬁn de réduire le risque d’interférence aux autres utilisateurs, il faut choisir le type d’antenne et son gain de façon à

ce que la puissance isotrope rayonnée équivalente (p.i.r.e.) ne soit pas supérieure au niveau requis pour l’obtention d’une communication satisfaisante.

’utilisation de ce dispositif est autorisée seulement

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

• Manipuler le cordon d’alimentation avec précaution.

Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du

cordon.

* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.

• Never disassemble or modify the unit in any way.

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

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 XM connector ··············································································18 Antenna terminals ······································································· 19 Network Audio ············································································· 20 Multi Zone ····················································································21 External Controller ·······································································21

Connecting the Power Cord·························································22 Once Connections are Completed ··············································22

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GUI Menu Operations Example of the Display of the GUI Mark at a Title·····················23

Example of Display of Default Values ········································· 23 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 s

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Monitor Out ············································································30

Audio Setup ··················································································31

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

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

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

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

Manual EQ ·············································································· 32

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

Network Setup ··································································32, 33

Other ·······················································································34

Network Information ·······························································34

Zone Setup ····················································································34

ZONE2 ····················································································34

ZONE3 ····················································································34

Option Setup ················································································· 35

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

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

31 31 31 31

35 35

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

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

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

Trigger Out 1 ··········································································· 36

Trigger Out 2 ··········································································· 36

Digital Out ··············································································· 36

Remote ID ··············································································· 36

2Way Remote ········································································· 36

Dimmer ··················································································· 36

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

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

Firmware Update ···································································· 37

Add New Feature ···································································· 37

Language ·······················································································37

Source Select Input Source Selection ····························································37, 38

Settings Related to Playing Input Sources ································· 38

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

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

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

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

Input Mode ·············································································39

Rename ··················································································· 39

Other ·······················································································39

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

Assign ····················································································· 40

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

Still Picture ·············································································· 41

Antenna Aiming ······································································41

Surround Modes Standard Playback ········································································ 41

Surround Playback of 2-channel Sources ·····································41 Playing Multi-channel Sources (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) ·············41

DSP Simulation Playback·····························································42 Stereo Playback ············································································42 Direct Playback ·············································································42

Playback in the Pure Direct Mode ················································ 42

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

Surround Parameters ······················································42 ~ 44

Tone ························································································44

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

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

Night Mode ············································································· 45

Audio Delay ·············································································45

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

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

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

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

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

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

MAIN ZONE ············································································ 45

ZONE2/3/4 ··············································································45

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

Signal Information ··································································· 46

Monitor1 ·················································································46

Monitor2 ·················································································46

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

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

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

Playing Video and Audio Equipment ···········································47 Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts ·················································48

Basic Operation ············································································ 48 Presetting Radio Stations (Preset Memory) ································· 48 Listening to Preset Stations ·························································48

Listening to XM Satellite Radio Programs ·································49

Basic Operation ············································································ 49 Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID ··························· 50 Searching Categories ··································································· 50 Accessing XM Radio Stations Directly ·········································50

Listening to HD Radio Stations ···················································50

Basic Operation ············································································ 50 Selecting Audio Programs ···························································· 51 Check the HD Radio Reception Information ································51

iPod® Playback ············································································· 52

Basic Operation ············································································ 52 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 ··························································· 55 Presetting Internet Radio Stations ··············································· 55 Registering Internet Radio Stations as Your Favorites ··················56 Playing Files Stored on a Computer ·············································56 Playing Files Stored on USB Memory Devices ······················ 56, 57 Operating the AVR-4308CI Using a Browser (Web control) ·········57

Other Operations and Functions Other Operations ··········································································58

Playing Super Audio CD ······························································· 58 Recording on an External Device (REC OUT mode) ·····················58

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

Channel Level ···············································································59 Fader Function ·············································································59 Quick Select Function ··································································59 Personal Memory Plus Function ·················································· 60

46 46 46

Last Function Memory ·································································60 Backup Memory ··········································································· 60 Resetting the Microprocessor ······················································60

Remote Control Unit Operations Main Remote Control Unit···························································61

Operating DENON Audio Components ········································ 61 Presetting ····················································································· 61 Operating Preset Components ············································61 ~ 63 Setting the Remote ID ································································· 64 Learning Function ·········································································64 System Call Function ···································································· 65 Punch Through Function ·······························································65 Setting the Time the Backlight Stays Lit ······································· 65 Adjusting the Backlight’s Brightness ············································66 Resetting the Main Remote Control Unit ·····································66

Sub Remote Control Unit Operations ···································67, 68

Switching Zones ···········································································68 Setting the Zone for Which the Sub Remote Control Unit is Used (ZONE SELECT LOCK Mode) ······················································· 68 Setting the Remote ID ································································· 69 Resetting the Settings ·································································· 69

Amp Assign / Multi Zone Connections and Operations Multi-Zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function ·········69 ~ 72

Multi-Zone Settings and Operations with Zone Pre-out Output ···72 Multi-Zone Operations ·································································73

Turning the Power On and Off······················································73 Selecting the Input Source ··························································· 73 Adjusting the Volume ··································································· 73 Turning off the Sound Temporarily ················································73

Other Information ································································ 74 ~ 85

Troubleshooting ···································································86 ~ 89

Speciﬁcations ········································································· 89, 90

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Getting Started

Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper operation, please read this 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 Warranty (for North America model only) ................................ 1

e Service station list ...................................................................1

r Power cord (Cord length: Approx. 5 ft /1.5 m) .......................... 1

t Main remote control (RC-1068) ............................................... 1

y LR6/AA batteries (for RC-1068) ................................................ 2

u Sub remote control (RC-1070) ................................................. 1

i R03/AAA batteries (for RC-1070) .............................................2

o FM indoor antenna ..................................................................1

Q0 AM loop antenna (small, for AM broadcasts) .......................... 1

Q1 AM loop antenna (large, for HD Radio broadcasts) .................1

Q2 Dipole antenna (for HD Radio broadcasts) ............................... 1

Q3 Rod antenna for wireless LAN connection .............................. 1

Q4 Setup microphone (Cord length: Approx. 25 ft / 7.6 m) ............ 1

List of preset codes ··········································· End of this manual

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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-4308CI, 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 61 ~ 63)

• By using the learn function (vpage 64)

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.

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

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Wall

e Put the rear cover back on.

30°

(RC-1070)

30°

Approx. 23 feet / 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

W2 W3

W4W7E2

W5W6

E3 E0E1 W8W9

Q4 Q5 Q6 Q7 Q8 W1W0Q9

For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).

Front Panel

W6 USB port ······················································ (18) W7 STATUS button ···········································(46) W8 INPUT MODE button ·································· (39) W9 RESTORER button ······································ (44)

Display

E0 DIRECT/STEREO button·····························(42) E1 PURE DIRECT button ·································· (42) E2 DSP SIMULATION button ·························· (42) E3 STANDARD button ·····································(41)

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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

q Input signal indicators w Input signal channel indicators

These light when digital signals are input.

e Information display

i Remote control sensor ································· (3) o SOURCE SELECT knob······························· (37) Q0 SOURCE button ·········································· (37) Q1 TUNING PRESET button ···························· (48) Q2 ZONE 2/3/4 / REC SELECT button ······ (58, 73) Q3 VIDEO SELECT button ·······························(39) Q4 Headphones jack (PHONES) ······················ (47) Q5 ZONE2 ON/OFF button ······························ (73) Q6 ZONE3 ON/OFF button ······························ (73) Q7 ZONE4 ON/OFF button ······························ (73) 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 ·········································· (36)

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 Monitor output indicators

These light according to the HDMI monitor

output setting. When set to “Auto (Dual)”, the indicators light according to the connection status.

u Master volume indicator i AUDYSSEY MULTEQ XT indicator

This lights when the room equalizer is selected.

o Recording output source indicator

This lights when the REC OUT mode is

selected.

Q0 NIGHT indicator

This lights when the night mode is selected.

Q1 Multi zone indicators

These light when the power for the respective

zone is turned on.

Q2 RESTORER indicator

This lights when the RESTORER mode is

selected.

Q3 ADVANCED AL24 indicator

This lights when Advanced AL24 Processing is

activated (vpage 76).

Q4 D.LINK indicator

This lights when playing using DENON LINK

connections.

Q5 Input mode indicators Q6 HDMI indicator

This lights when playing using HDMI

connections.

Q7 Decoder indicators

These light when the respective decoders are

operating.

Q8 Tuner reception mode indicators

These light according to the reception conditions

when the input source is set to “TUNER” or “HD Radio”.

• AUTO

This lights when in the auto tuning mode.

• 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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Rear Panel

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

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

r DOCK CONTROL jack ································· (13) t Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS) ·················· (9) y AC OUTLETS ··············································· (22) u AC inlet (AC IN) ··········································· (22)

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i HD Radio antenna terminals

(DTU ANTENNA) ········································· (19)

o Digital audio connectors

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

Q0 WLAN ANTENNA terminal ························· (20) Q1 ETHERNET connector ································· (20) Q2 USB port ······················································ (18) Q3 XM connector (SAT TU) ······························ (18) Q4 DENON LINK connector ····························· (16)

Q5 COMPONENT VIDEO connectors ·············· (12) Q6 HDMI connectors ·········································(11) Q7 VIDEO / S-VIDEO connectors ···················· (12) Q8 REMOTE CONTROL jacks···························(21) Q9 Analog audio connectors (AUDIO) ············ (12) W0 PRE OUT connectors ····························· (17, 21) W1 EXT. IN connectors ····································· (17) W2 SIGNAL GND terminal ······························· (13)

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t y

Remote Control Unit

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

q Signal transmission indicator ···················(61) w Mode select buttons ··································(61) e Quick select / System call buttons ·····(59, 65) r Surround mode buttons ······················ (41, 42) t System buttons ···································· (62, 63) y Audio delay button (A. DL) ························(45) u Tuner system buttons ································ (48) i Input mode button (INPUT) ······················· (39) o MENU button ·············································· (23) Q0 Cursor buttons (uio p) ························· (23) Q1 Parameter / Search button

(PARA / SRCH) ································ (42, 50, 52)

Q2 Monitor select (M. SEL) /

HOME button ········································ (30, 61)

Q3 Channel buttons (CH) ································· (47) Q4 Input source select / Number buttons ···(37, 48) Q5 Remote control signal transmitter ·············· (3) Q6 Device select indicators (DEV1 / DEV2) ···(61) Q7 ZONE3 / ZONE4 select indicators

(Z3 / Z4) ······················································· (73)

Q8 RESTORER button (RSTR) ·························· (44) Q9 Night button (NGT) ···································· (45) 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, 73) W7 Main remote control unit setup button

(RC SETUP) ················································· (61)

The time for which the backlight stays on can be changed (vpage 65 “Setting the Time the Backlight Stays Lit”).

NOTE

The ZONE2 mode QUICK SELECT (1 ~ 3), A. DL,

RSTR, NGT, INPUT, SPKR, TEST and surround

mode buttons cannot be used.

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q ZONE indicators·········································· (69) w Advanced setup button ······························ (69) e Input source select buttons ······················· (37) r CHANNEL buttons ······································ (47) t SHIFT button ··············································· (47) y MENU button ·············································· (23) u Cursor buttons (uio p) ························· (23) i SEARCH button ····································(50, 52) o REPEAT button ············································ (52) Q0 RANDOM button ········································(52) Q1 Remote control signal transmitter ·············· (3) Q2 ZONE SELECT button ································· (69) Q3 Zone power on/off buttons

(ZONE ON / ZONE OFF) ····························· (73)

Q4 Master volume control buttons

(VOLUME) ··················································(69)

Q5 Muting button (MUTE) ·························· (47, 73) Q6 ENTER button ············································· (23) Q7 RETURN button ·········································· (23) Q8 System buttons ···································· (48, 67) Q9 ALL MUSIC/FAVORITES

(DIRECT PLAY) button ······························· (67)

W0 USB (DIRECT PLAY) button························ (67)

NOTE

The AUX-1, AUX-2, AUX-3, DVR-2 and OPTION buttons cannot be used.

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Preparations

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-4308CI. 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

(Y)

(PB/CB)

(PR/CR)

Speaker connections

Audio signal: Video signal:

Output

Input

Speaker cables

Network connections (wired LAN)

Ethernet cable

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Signal direction

Input

Output

Input

Output

Video Conversion Function

• This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-4308CI into the format used to output the video signals from the AVR-4308CI to a monitor.

• The AVR-4308CI’s video input/output circuitry is compatible with the following four types of video signals: 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

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• 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-4308CI can be checked at GUI menu “Information” – “HDMI Information” – “Monitor1” or “Monitor2” (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 using the component video output connectors for connection to the ZONE2 monitor, the ZONE2’s on-screen display is not displayed.

• 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

Component video

connectors

S-Video connector

Video connector

Video inputs Video outputs

Component video

connectors

S-Video connector

Video connector

Component video

connectors

Video connector

Monitor

ZONE2

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

Front speakers

Place the front speakers to the sides of the monitor or screen and as ﬂush with the screen surface as possible.

Speaker Connections

Speaker Installation

Subwoofer Center speaker

Surround back speakers

Surround speakers

Speaker Connections

Example: 7.1-channels (Surround A+B) and ZONE2 use

Front speakers

Center speaker Subwoofer

Surround back

speakers

Subwoofer with built-in ampliﬁer

The table below shows a typical speaker conﬁguration for the AVR-4308CI.

7.1-channels

(Surround A+B)

7.1-channels

6.1-channels

5.1-channels

3.1-channels

2.1-channels 2-channels

Front

L R L R L R L R

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

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Surround A Surround B Surround back

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R : Right

S S S

When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel (SBL).

Surround speakers

ZONE2 speakers

ZONE2

NOTE

By default, the AVR-4308CI’s “Amp Assign” setting is set to “ZONE2”, so sound is not output simply by connecting a speaker to the surround back terminal. To use as the surround back speaker for the main zone, either turn the ZONE2 power off or change the “Amp Assign” setting (vpage 70, 71).

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-4308CI, and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly.

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the hilt into the speaker terminal.

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tighten it.

When using a banana plug

Tighten the speaker terminal ﬁrmly before inserting the banana plug.

Protection circuit

If speakers with an impedance lower than speciﬁed (for example 4 Ω/ohms speakers) are used for an extended period of time with the volume turned up high, the temperature may rise, activating the protection circuit. When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is shut off and the power indicator ﬂashes red. If this happens, unplug the power cord, then check the speaker cable and input cable connections. If the set is extremely hot, wait for it to cool off and improve ventilation around it. Once this is done, plug the power cord back in and turn the set's power back on. If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems in the ventilation around the set nor in the connections, the set may be damaged. Turn the power off, then contact a DENON service center.

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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.

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Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors

With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred with a single cable.

MonitorDVD player

b The AVR-4308CI 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-4308CI is compatible with 30- and 36-bit Deep

Color.

Compatible

audio format

2-channel linear PCM

Multi-channel linear PCM

Dolby Digital, DTS Bitstream DVD-Video

DSD

Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD

Details

2ch 32-192 kHz 16/20/24 bits

8ch 32-192 kHz 16/20/24 bits

2/5.1ch

2.8224 MHz 1 bit

Bitstream

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-4308CI 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-4308CI 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-4308CI and DVD player are connected using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVR-4308CI 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.

• By default, the HDMI audio signals are output from the speakers connected to the AVR-4308CI.

• 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”

– “HDMI Setup” – “Audio” to “TV” (vpage 30).

Monitor

Connecting the Playback Components

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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.

• Connect an HDP (High-Deﬁnition Player) in the same way.

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

Select” – “DVD” – “Assign” – “Digital” (vpage 40).

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Turntable (MM cartridge)

Connect the cables to be used.

CD player

Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) to connect the iPod to the AVR-4308CI. For instructions on the Control Dock for iPod settings, refer to the Control Dock for iPod’s operating instructions.

Example :

iPod

• 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 speakers if the volume is raised with no record player connected.

• With some record players, noise may be generated when the ground wire is connected. If so, disconnect the ground wire.

NOTE

The AVR-4308CI’s SIGNAL GND terminal is meant to reduce noise when a record player is connected. This is not a safety ground terminal.

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When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at GUI menu “Source Select” – “CD” – “Assign” – “Digital” (vpage 40).

• 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 40).

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Satellite Receiver

Connect the cables to be used.

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 40).

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

Select” – “SAT” – “Assign” – “Digital” (vpage 40).

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

Select” – “SAT” – “Assign” – “Component” (vpage 40).

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Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect correctly.

Digital Video Recorder

Connect the cables to be used.

Digital video recorder

Video Cassette Recorder

Connect the cables to be used.

Video cassette recorder

or or

• Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals.

• When recording to a digital video recorder, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source equipment be the same type that is connected to the AVR-4308CI 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 40).

NOTE

Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-4308CI’s OPTICAL2 output connector to any input connector other than OPTICAL2.

• When recording to a VCR, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source equipment be the same type that is connected to the AVR-4308CI 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 40).

NOTE

Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-4308CI’s OPTICAL3 output connector to any input connector other than OPTICAL3.

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Connections to Other Devices

Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting

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-4308CI’s OPTICAL3 output connector to any input connector other than OPTICAL3.

To use with DENON LINK connections, make the settings at GUI menu “Source Select” – “Assign” – “Digital” – “DENON LINK” (vpage 40).

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connectors

Power ampliﬁer

DVD player / Super Audio CD player / External decoder

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When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel (SBL).

• To play the analog input signals input to the EXT. IN connectors,

press the INPUT MODE button on the main unit or INPUT button 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 39).

• The video signal can be connected in the same way as a DVD player

(vpage 12).

• To play copyright-protected discs, connect the AVR-4308CI’s EXT. IN connector with the DVD player’s analog multi-channel output connector.

USB Port

Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting

XM connector

n Front panel n Rear panel

USB memory device USB memory device

• 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, 57.

NOTE

• Set to the USB port you want to use.

• The AVR-4308CI is equipped with two USB ports, one each on the front and rear panels. It is not possible to use the set with USB memory devices connected to both the ports at the same time. Select the USB port you want to use at the “Source Select” – “NET/USB” – “Playback Mode” – “USB Select” menu.

• The AVR-4308CI is an XM Ready® receiver. You can receive XM® Satellite Radio by connecting to the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock (includes home antenna, sold separately) and subscribing to the XM service.

• Plug the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock into the XM connector on the rear panel.

• Position the Home Dock antenna near a south-facing window to receive the best signal.

For details, see “Listening to XM Satellite Radio Programs” (vpage

49, 50).

When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of

the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock.

XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock

• Do not use the extension cable for connecting the USB memory deveice to the AVR-4308CI’s USB port. Use of the extension cable may cause harmful interference.

NOTE

Keep the power cord unplugged until the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock connection have been completed.

• The XM name and related logo are registered trademarks of XM

• XM Ready is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All

rights reserved.

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Antenna terminals

An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly.

AM/FM

Direction of broadcasting station

FM antenna

75 Ω/ohms Coaxial cable

AM loop antenna (small, supplied)

HD Radio

HD Radio is a service that is only available within the United States.

AM loop antenna (large, for HD Radio broadcasting, supplied)

• To prevent interference, install at least 3.3 feet/ 1 m away from the antenna connected to the

Direction of broadcasting station

FM antenna

75 Ω/ohms Coaxial cable

AVR-4308CI’s other AM tuner terminal.

(White)(Black)

FM indoor antenna

(supplied)

Ground

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, speciﬁes that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

AM outdoor antenna

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

FM indoor antenna (dipole, for HD Radio broadcasting, supplied)

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.

Ground

AM outdoor antenna

Connection of AM antennas

1. Push the lever.

2. Insert the conductor.

3. Return the lever.

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.

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Network Audio

[Wired LAN]

Internet

Router

[Wireless LAN]

Internet

Router with access point

To WAN side

To LAN port

Modem

To WAN side

Modem

Computer

LAN port/Ethernet

connector

Computer

Rod antenna (supplied)

Turn clockwise.

Required system n Broadband Internet connection

A broadband line connection to the Internet is required in order to use the AVR-4308CI’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-4308CI, 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 100 BASE-TX switch When connecting multiple devices, we recommend a switching

hub with a speed of 100 Mbps or greater.

• When using with a wireless LAN, prepare a broadband router with built-in access point.

n Ethernet cable (CAT-5 or greater recommended)

Use for wired LAN.

• The AVR-4308CI does not come with an Ethernet cable.

• Some ﬂat type Ethernet cables are easily affected by noise.

We recommend using a normal type cable.

• If the sound is broken in an environment in which there is much power supply noise from electric products or in a noisy network environment, use a shielded type Ethernet cable.

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 and video ﬁles. The

following sizes are approximate.

Format Bit rate Per minute Per hour

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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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-4308CI.

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-4308CI, 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-4308CI

sets the IP address, etc., automatically.

When using the AVR-4308CI 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-4308CI 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-4308CI in the same way.

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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting

Multi Zone

ZONE2 or ZONE3 Pre-out Connections

• 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 70 ~ 74).

• When using a component video cable to connect the AVR-4308CI and input device, connect the ZONE2 monitor output to the component video connectors. When using an S-Video cable or a video cable, please connect the cable to the video connectors.

• The ZONE2 video out is only for ZONE2.

Monitor (ZONE2)

Power amplier (ZONE2 or ZONE3)

External Controller

RS-232C connector

This connector is used for an external controller.

b If you wish to control the AVR-4308CI from

an external controller using the RS-232C connector, perform the operation below beforehand.

q Turn on the AVR-4308CI’s power. w Turn off the AVR-4308CI’s power from the

external controller.

e Check that the AVR-4308CI is in the standby

mode.

Infrared retransmitter

Input

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 70 ~ 74).

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• 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-4308CI’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 36).

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-4308CI. For details, see GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “Trigger Out 1” or “Trigger Out 2” (vpage 36).

• 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-4308CI’s protection circuit may be activated, in which case “TRIGGER PROTECT” appears on the display. If this happens, turn off the AVR-4308CI’s power and disconnect the connected device.

Connecting the Power Cord

Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord.

To household

Power cord

(included)

Connection to the AC outlets

• These outlets 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 120 W (1 A) can be connected.

NOTE

• Insert the AC plugs securely. Incomplete connections could cause noise.

• Only use the AC outlets to plug in audio devices. Do not use them as power supplies for hairdryers or anything other than audio equipment.

power outlet

(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)

Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting

Once Connections are Completed

Turning the Power On (vpage 47)

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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

Assign

Input Mode Rename Other

Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting

GUI Menu Operations

With the AVR-4308CI, settings and operations for most functions can be performed by operating while looking at the GUI menus displayed on the monitor screen.

The GUI cannot be superimposed when xvYCC signals and component 1080p signal, computer’s resolution (e.g.VGA) are input.

Examples of GUI Screen Displays

Some typical examples are described below.

Example: Browse Menu (Top Menu)

Selected item

name

List of subsequent items

Cursor Position Display

n Icon

Switch the selected item

Switch to the next item

Example of the Display of the GUI Mark at a Title

Items for which this mark is indicated at the title can be operated from the GUI. We recommend performing such operations from the GUI.

Auto Setup

Optimize settings for speakers in use.

This is the GUI icon for this setting item or for the menu series to which this item belongs.

Example of Display of Default Values

In lists of selectable items or adjustable ranges, the item surrounded by a border is the default value.

[Selectable items] 7.1 (B) 7.1 5.1

Guidance text for item at

cursor position

Example: Menus with Illustrations

(Auto Setup)

Operation guidance text

Guidance text for item at cursor

position

Operation step indicators

Illustration

Operation

button guidance

Selected item

Switch the selected item

n List

Selected item

Switch to the next item

b Switch the selected item using

ui.

Operations

The same operation is possible on the main unit or remote control unit.

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.

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.

Press the ENTER button to enter the setting.

Press the MENU button to ﬁ nish.

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When “Screensaver” is set to “ON”, the screensaver is activated if no operation is performed for about 3 minutes.

GUI Menu Map

Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting

Information

(vpage 45, 46)

n Status

• MAIN ZONE

• ZONE2/3/4

n Audio Input Signal n HDMI Information n Auto Surround Mode n Quick Select n Preset Station

Parameter

(vpage 42 ~ 45)

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

Source Select

n TUNER (FM/AM)

• Play

• Auto Preset

• Preset Skip

• Preset Name

• Input Mode

• Rename

• Other

· Video Select

· Source Level

(vpage 37 ~ 41)

n PHONO

• Input Mode

• Rename

• Other

Surround Mode

(vpage 41, 42)

n STEREO n DIRECT n STANDARD n DOLBY PLIIx, DOLBY PLII or

DOLBY PL

n DTS NEO:6 n neural 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

· 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

Auto Setup

n Auto Setup

• STEP1: Speaker Detection

• STEP2: Measurement

• STEP3: Calculation

• STEP4: Check

• STEP5: Store

Manual Setup

Speaker Setup (vpage 28 ~30)

• 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

• Monitor Out

n Audio Setup (vpage 31, 32)

• EXT. IN Setup

· Surround Speaker

· Subwoofer Level

• 2ch Direct/Stereo

• Downmix Option

• Auto Surround Mode

• Manual EQ

(vpage 25 ~ 27)

(vpage 28 ~ 37)

n NET/USB

• Play

• Playback Mode

• Still Picture

• Input Mode

• Rename

• Other

· Video Select

· Source Level

n Option

• Room EQ

• Direct Mode

• Mic Select

Network Setup (vpage 32 ~ 34)

• Network Setup

• Other

· Power Saving

· Character

· PC Language

• Network Information

n Zone Setup (vpage 34)

• 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 XM

• Play

• Preset Skip

• Antenna Aiming

• Input Mode

• Rename

• Other

· Video Select

· Source Level

n Parameter

• Speaker Conﬁ guration Check

• Distance Check

• Channel Level Check

• Crossover Check

• EQ Check

• Restore

Option Setup (vpage 35 ~ 37)

• Amp Assign

• Volume Control

• Source Delete

• GUI

• Quick Select Name

• Trigger Out 1

• Trigger Out 2

• Digital Out

• Remote ID

• 2Way Remote

• Dimmer

• Setup Lock

• Maintenance Mode

• Firmware Update

• Add New Feature

n Language (vpage 37)

n HD Radio

• Play

• Auto Preset

• Preset Skip

• Preset Name

• Input Mode

• Rename

• Other

· Video Select

· Source Level

· Volume Limit

· Power On Level

· Mute Level

· Screensaver

· Wall Paper

· Format

· Text

· Master Volume

· NET/USB

· iPod

· Tuner

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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting

Auto Setup

Preparations

Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to

the SETUP MIC jack on the main unit.

The auto setup screen appears automatically.

• 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-A505Z) 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.

Example q Example w

( :Measuring positions)

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.

To make manual adjustments to the settings, see pages 28 ~ 30.

Sound receptor

Place the microphone at ear height on a tripod or stand

with the microphone pointing directly up towards the ceiling.

Setup

microphone

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.

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.

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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

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

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.

Conﬁ guration

The speaker system to be measured can be selected ahead of time here.

[Selectable items] 7.1 (B) 7.1 5.1

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.

Amp Assign

Advanced setting : changes power ampliﬁ er assignment.

NOTE

The items selectable at “Conﬁ g.” differ according to the “Amp Assign” settings.

STEP1 : Speaker Detection

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.

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”.

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-4308CI.

NOTE

Do not turn the power off while the settings are being stored.

Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting

If an error message appears during the measurements, check “Error Messages” (vpage 27), take the advised action, then start the measurements again.

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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting

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.

Ambient noise is too high or Level is too low

None • Displayed speaker could not be detected.

Phase • Displayed speaker connected with the polarities

Select “Retry” to make the measurements again.

NOTE

Be sure to turn the power off before checking the speaker connections.

• 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.

· 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.

reversed.

• Connect the included setup microphone to the SETUP MIC

jack on the main unit.

• Check the speaker connections.

• 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.

• Check the connections of the displayed speaker.

• 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”.

Option

Select settings for room EQ, mic, etc.

Room EQ

Select room EQ setting method.

[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

Only a professionally certiﬁ ed installer should ever connect a professionally-calibrated microphone to the V.AUX L input on the front panel.

Parameter Check

Check auto setup measurement results. This is displayed after the auto setup procedure is completed.

[Items to be checked]

Spkr Conﬁ g Check

Ch. Level Check

EQ Check

Distance Check

Crossover Check

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The auto setup results can be reset to what was originally calculated by MultEQ XT when “Restore” is selected.

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