Denon AVR-4806CI User Manual
AV SURROUND RECEIVER
AVR-4806CI
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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¢ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
¢ NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION
•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.
• 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.
• Keep the apparatus 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
apparatus for long periods of time.
• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation
lorsque l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant
de longues périodes.
* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.
• Do not let foreign objects into the apparatus.
• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans
l’appareil.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and
thinner come in contact with the apparatus.
• Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides,
du benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.
• Never disassemble or modify the apparatus
in any way.
• Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil
d’une manière ou d’une autre.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)
1. COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
Product Name: AV Surround Receiver
Model Number: AVR-4806CI
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
19C Chapin Road, Suite 205
Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9385
Tel. 973-396-0810 (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. 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.
This Class B apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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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.
Servicing – 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.
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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Getting Started
Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-4806CI AV Surround Receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to
provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity
reproduction of your favorite music sources.
As this product is provided with an immense array of features, we recommend that before you begin hookup and operation that
you review the contents of this manual before proceeding.
(to be continued on page 6.)
Cable indications
..........................................................................26
The video conversion function
....................................................27
On screen display for component video outputs and
HDMI output
..................................................................................27
Connecting equipment with HDMI terminals
[To convert analog video signals to HDMI signals]
...................28
Connecting a TV tuner
.................................................................29
Connecting a DBS tuner
..............................................................29
Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals
.................30
Connecting a video camera or video game
...............................30
Connecting a DVD recorder
.........................................................31
Connecting a VCR
.........................................................................32
Connecting a CD player
...............................................................32
Connecting a turntable
................................................................33
Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder
................................33
Connecting a tape deck
...............................................................34
DENON LINK connection
.............................................................34
Contents
Getting Started
Accessories ...................................................................................7
Before using..................................................................................7
Cautions on installation............................................................7
Cautions on handling.................................................................8
Preparing the remote control unit.........................................8
Inserting the batteries...............................................................8
Operating range of the remote control unit.......................9
Part names and functions
Front panel ...............................................................................9, 10
Display..........................................................................................11
Remote control unit .....................................................................12
Easy Setup and Operation
Easy to setup flow....................................................................13
Speaker system layout............................................................14
Speaker connections .........................................................15, 16
Connecting a DVD player and TV (Monitor)...............17, 18
Auto Setup / Room EQ ...........................................................19
Connecting a microphone ............................................................20
Turning on the power...................................................................21
Starting Auto Setup......................................................................21
Extra Setup...................................................................................22
Preliminary measurements ....................................................22, 23
Speaker system measurement ....................................................23
Check of the measurement result ...............................................24
About the error message .............................................................25
Playing a DVD with surround sound ..................................25
Connecting Other Sources
Basic Operation
Playback
Operating the remote control unit ...............................................43
Playing the input source...............................................................44
Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals..................45
Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)...............................45
Listening over headphone............................................................45
Combining the currently playing sound with the desired
image (VIDEO SELECT)................................................................46
Switching the surround speakers ................................................46
Checking the currently playing program source, etc. ..................46
Input mode.............................................................................47, 48
Room EQ function........................................................................48
Surround
Playing modes for different sources ............................................49
Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs)
2-channel playback modes ...........................................................50
THX Surround EX / Home THX Cinema mode
• Playing sources recorded in Dolby Surround in
the Home THX Cinema Surround mode ............................51, 52
•To play in the THX Surround EX / Home THX Cinema
Surround mode for sources recorded in Dolby Digital
or DTS..............................................................................52 ~ 54
Dolby Digital mode and DTS Surround
(only with digital input) ...........................................................54, 55
Night mode ..................................................................................55
Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Pro Logic II) mode.................................56, 57
DTS NEO:6 mode ..................................................................58, 59
The Dolby Headphone..................................................................59
Memory and call-out functions (USER MODE function)..............60
DENON original surround modes
Surround modes and their features .............................................61
DSP surround simulation .......................................................62, 63
Tone control setting
• Adjusting the tone ..............................................................63, 64
•Tone defeat mode ....................................................................64
Channel Level...............................................................................64
Fader function ..............................................................................65
Connecting equipment with HDMI terminals
............................35
Connecting equipment with DVI terminals
...............................36
Connecting IEEE1394 devices
......................................................37
Connecting the antenna terminals
.............................................38
Connecting the XM terminal
.......................................................39
Connecting the CONTROL terminals
..........................................39
Connecting the TRIGGER OUT terminals
...................................40
Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals
ZONE2 (or ZONE3) pre-out connections......................................40
ZONE2 / ZONE3 speaker out connections ..................................41
Connecting the pre-out terminals
...............................................42
Connecting the power supply cord
............................................42
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¢ System Setup Menu
page 125, 126
page 126, 127
page 127, 128
page 128 ~ 130
page 130, 131
page 131, 132
page 132, 133
page 99, 100
page 100
page 101
page 101, 102
page 102
page 103
page 103 ~ 105
page 106, 107
page 107
page 107
page 108, 109
page 109
page 111
page 112
page 112
page 113, 114
page 115
page 116, 117
page 118
page 119
page 120
page 121
page 121, 122
page 19 ~ 25
page 134
page 135
page 135
page 110
page 136, 137
page 123
page 124
page 124
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Getting Started
Advanced Operation
Remote control unit
Operating DENON audio components ................................80 ~ 82
Preset memory ......................................................................82, 83
Operating a component stored in the preset memory .......83 ~ 85
Learning function ...................................................................85, 86
System call.............................................................................86, 87
Punch through..............................................................................87
Setting the back light’s lighting time............................................87
Setting the brightness..................................................................88
Resetting................................................................................88, 89
Multi zone music entertainment system...........................90
Multi-zone playback using the ZONE2 and ZONE3 PREOUT
terminals.......................................................................................90
Multi-zone playback using the SPEAKER terminals.....................91
Outputting a program source to an amplifier, etc., in a ZONE2
room (ZONE2 SELECT mode)......................................................92
Outputting a program source to an amplifier, etc., in a ZONE3
room (ZONE3 SELECT mode)......................................................92
Remote control unit operations during multi-source playback.....93
Other function
Playing Super Audio CDs with an IEEE1394 cable ......................94
Multi-source recording / playback
• Playing one source while recording another
(REC OUT mode)......................................................................95
• Recording Dolby Digital and DTS multi channel sources .........95
• Dolby Headphone recording.....................................................95
Last function memory ..................................................................96
Initialization of the microprocessor ..............................................96
Setting the IEEE1394 Auto Function .........................................103
Tuner Presets
•Auto Preset Memory..............................................................103
•Preset Skip .............................................................................104
•Preset Name ..................................................................104, 105
Video Setup
Setting the HDMI/DVI In Assignment................................106, 107
Setting the Component In Assignment .....................................107
Setting the Video Convert Mode ...............................................107
Setting the HDMI Out Setup .............................................108, 109
Setting the Audio Delay .............................................................109
Setting the On Screen Display (OSD) ........................................110
Advanced Playback
Setting the 2ch Direct / Stereo ..................................................111
Setting the Dolby Digital Setup..................................................112
Setting the Auto Surround Mode...............................................112
Setting the Manual EQ Setup ............................................113, 114
•Procedure for copying the “Flat” correction curve ................114
Option Setup
Setting the Channel Setup .........................................................115
Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment ..........................116, 117
Setting the Volume Control........................................................118
Setting the Trigger Out...............................................................119
ZONE2 and ZONE3 tone control and channel level setting.......120
Setting the Digital Out Assignment ...........................................121
User Memory .............................................................................121
Setup Lock .................................................................................122
Network Setup
Setting the IP Address ...............................................................123
Setting the Proxy........................................................................124
Setting the Network Option.......................................................124
Advanced Setup – Part 2
Speaker Setup
Setting the type of speakers..............................................125, 126
Setting the low frequency distribution...............................126, 127
Setting the Delay Time.......................................................127, 128
Setting the Channel Level ...............................................128 ~ 130
Setting the Crossover Frequency ......................................130, 131
• Setting the crossover frequency individually for the
different channels...................................................................131
Selecting the Surround Speakers
for the different surround modes ......................................131, 132
Settings the THX Audio Setup
• Settings for using a THX Ultra2 compatible subwoofer ........132
• Surround Back Speaker Position Settings..............................133
Others Setup
Setting the Room EQ Setup ......................................................134
Setting the Direct Mode Setup ..................................................135
Setting the MIC Input Select .....................................................135
Check the parameter .........................................................136, 137
System setup items and default values................138 ~ 140
Troubleshooting ..............................................................141, 142
Additional information ...............................................143 ~ 162
Specifications...................................................................163, 164
Listening to the radio
Auto tuning...................................................................................65
Manual tuning ..............................................................................66
Preset memory ............................................................................66
Checking the preset stations .......................................................67
Recalling preset stations ..............................................................67
RDS (Radio Data System) ............................................................67
RDS search ..................................................................................68
PTY search ...................................................................................69
TP search ...............................................................................69, 70
RT (Radio Text) .............................................................................70
XM Satellite Radio
Checking the XM signal strength and Radio ID ...........................71
Channel selection.........................................................................72
Category search ...........................................................................72
Using the Network Audio Function
Internet radio function..................................................................73
Music server function ..................................................................73
System requirements ..........................................................73 ~ 75
Listening to Internet radio......................................................75, 76
Presetting (registering) Internet radio stations.............................76
Registering Internet radio stations in your favorites ....................77
Character search function (searching by first letter) ....................77
Updating the list of radio stations ................................................78
Playing music files stored on the computer
(music server).........................................................................78, 79
Operating the AVR-4806CI using a browser................................79
Advanced Setup – Part 1
Navigating through the System Setup Menu..................97
On screen display and front display ...................................98
Audio Input Setup
Setting the Digital In Assignment ................................................99
• Setting the DENON LINK .......................................................100
Setting the EXT. IN Setup ..........................................................100
Setting the Input Function Level................................................101
Setting the Function Rename ............................................101, 102
Setting the IEEE1394 Assignment.............................................102
List of preset code
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Getting Started
• Check that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit:
q Operating instructions ..................................................1
w Warranty (for North America model only).....................1
e Service station list.........................................................1
r Power supply cord ........................................................1
t Remote control unit (RC-1036) .....................................1
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y LR6/AA alkaline batteries ..............................................2
u AM loop antenna ..........................................................1
i FM indoor antenna........................................................1
o Setup microphone (DM-S305) ......................................1
Before using
Pay attention to the following before using this unit:
• Moving the set
To prevent short circuits or damaged wires in the connection
cables, always unplug the power supply cord and disconnect
the connection cables between all other audio components
when moving the set.
• Before turning the Power switch on
Check once again that all connections are proper and that
there are not problems with the connection cables. Always
set the power switch to the standby position before
connecting and disconnecting connection cables.
Cautions on installation
Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated if this
unit or any other electronic equipment using microprocessors
is used near a tuner or TV.
If this happens, take the following steps:
• Install this unit as far as possible from the tuner or TV.
• Set the antenna wires from the tuner or TV away from this
unit’s power supply cord and input/output connection cables.
• Noise or disturbance tends to occur particularly when using
indoor antennas or 300 Ω/ohms feeder wires. We
recommend using outdoor antennas and 75 Ω/ohms
coaxial cables.
Note:
For heat dispersal, do not install this equipment in a confined
space such as a book case or similar unit.
Wall
Note
• Store these instructions in a safe place.
After reading, store these instructions along with the
warranty in a safe place.
• Note that the illustrations in these instructions may
differ from the actual set for explanation purposes.
Accessories
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Getting Started
Preparing the remote control unit
• The included remote control unit (RC-1036) can be used to operate not only the AVR-4806CI but other remote control
compatible DENON components as well. In addition, the memory contains the control signals for other remote control units,
so it can be used to operate non-DENON remote control compatible products.
q Remove the remote control unit’s rear cover.
w Set two LR6/AA batteries in the battery compartment in
the indicated direction.
e Put the rear cover back on.
Notes on batteries:
• Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not
operate even when the remote control unit is operated
nearby the set. (The included battery is only for verifying
operation.)
• When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the
proper direction, following the “
<
” and “>” 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 short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of
batteries in flames.
• Remove the batteries from the remote control unit when
you do not plan to use it for an extended period of time.
•If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off
the inside of the battery compartment and insert new
batteries.
•When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries
ready and insert them as quickly as possible.
Cautions on handling
• Switching the input function when input terminals are
not connected.
A clicking noise may be produced if the input function is
switched when nothing is connected to the input terminals.
If this happens, either turn down the MASTER VOLUME
control knob or connect components to the input terminals.
• Muting of PRE OUT terminals and SPEAKER terminals.
The PRE OUT terminals and SPEAKER terminals include a
muting circuit. Because of this, the output signals are
greatly reduced for several seconds after the power switch
is turned on or input function, surround mode or any otherset-up is changed. If the volume is turned up during this
time, the output will be very high after the muting circuit
stops functioning. Always wait until the muting circuit turns
off before adjusting the volume.
Inserting the batteries
• Whenever the power switch is in the STANDBY state,
the apparatus is still connected on AC line voltage.
Please be sure to turn off the power switch or unplug
the cord when you leave home for, say, a vacation.
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Getting Started
Operating range of the remote control unit
• Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor on the
main unit as shown on the diagram.
• The remote control unit can be used from a straight distance
of approximately 23 feet/7 meters from the main unit, but
this distance will be shorter if there are obstacles in the way
or if the remote control unit is not pointed directly at the
remote sensor.
• The remote control unit can be operated at a horizontal angle
of up to 30 degrees with respect to the remote sensor.
30°
30°
Approx. 23 feet/7 m
NOTE:
• It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the
remote sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong
artificial light.
• Do not press buttons on the main unit and remote control
unit simultaneously. Doing so may result in malfunction.
• Neon signs or other devices emitting pulse-type noise
nearby may result in malfunction, so keep the set as far
away from such devices as possible.
Part names and functions
• For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
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Front panel
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Getting Started
@0 @1 @2 @3 @5@4
#5#6#7 #4 #3
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@9#0#1 @8 @7 @6
q Power ON/STANDBY switch................................(21)
w Power indicator ........................................................(21)
e Power switch ......................................................(21, 96)
r Headphones jack (PHONES) .................................(45)
t V.AUX INPUT terminals .........................................(30)
y SETUP MIC jack........................................................(20)
u USER MODE 1 button.............................................(60)
i USER MODE 2 button.............................................(60)
o USER MODE 3 button.............................................(60)
!0 Master volume control knob ................................(44)
!1 Master volume indicator........................................(44)
!2 Display ........................................................................(11)
!3 Remote control sensor.............................................(9)
!4 FUNCTION knob.......................................................(44)
!5 SOURCE button........................................................(44)
!6 TUNING PRESET button ........................................(67)
!7 ZONE2 SELECT button...........................................(92)
!8 ZONE3/REC SELECT button ...........................(92, 95)
!9 MultEQ XT indicator ...............................................(48)
@0 INPUT MODE button...............................................(47)
@1 ANALOG button .......................................................(47)
@2 EXT. IN button ..........................................................(45)
@3 SYSTEM SETUP button .........................................(21)
@4 CURSOR button .......................................................(21)
@5 SURROUND BACK button.....................................(52)
@6 ROOM EQ button.....................................................(48)
@7 STATUS button.........................................................(46)
@8 DIMMER button........................................................(46)
@9 TONE DEFEAT button .............................................(64)
#0 SURROUND PARAMETER button .......................(50)
#1 CH SELECT/ENTER button..............................(21, 64)
#2 DSP SIMULATION button ......................................(62)
#3 7CH STEREO button................................................(62)
#4 HOME THX CINEMA button .................................(44)
#5 STANDARD button..................................................(54)
#6 DIRECT/STEREO button.........................................(50)
#7 PURE DIRECT button ..............................................(50)
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Getting Started
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q Input signal indicator
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the
input signal.
w Input signal channel indicator
The channels included in the input source will light.
This lights when the digital signal is inputted.
e Information display
This displays the surround mode, function name or setting
value, etc.
r Output signal channel indicator
The audio channels that can be output light.
t Speaker indicator
This lights corresponding to the settings of the surround
speakers of the various surround modes.
y Decoder indicator
This lights when each decoder is operating.
u Master volume indicator
This displays the volume level.
The Setup item number is displayed in System Setup.
i IEEE1394 indicator
This lights during playback in a IEEE1394 connection.
o MULTI (zone) indicator
ZONE3 mode is selected in ZONE3/REC SELECT.
!0 Recording output source indicator
REC OUT mode is selected in ZONE3/REC SELECT.
!1 DENON LINK indicator
This lights during playback in a DENON LINK connection.
!2 AL24 indicator
The AL24 indicator lights when the PURE DIRECT, DIRECT,
STEREO, MULTI CH PURE DIRECT , MULTI CH DIRECT,
MULTI CH IN mode is selected in the PCM input signal.
!3 Input mode indicator
This lights corresponding to the setting of the INPUT mode.
!4 RDS indicator
This lights when RDS broadcast has been received.
!5 AUTO indicator
This lights when the broadcast station is selected in the
AUTO tuning mode.
!6 TUNED indicator
This lights when an FM/AM broadcast has been received.
!7 STEREO indicator
This lights when an FM stereo broadcast has been received.
Display
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Getting Started
• For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
NOTE:
•With the AVR-4806CI, the “ZONE4”,
“VCR-4” and “ZONE2 surround mode”
buttons cannot be used.
• For instructions on setting the remote
control unit back light’s lighting time
( page 87).
Remote control unit
Surround mode/System
buttons···························(44, 80 ~ 82)
MODE SELECTOR buttons
·······················································(43)
IR segment
·······················································(82)
ROOM EQ button
·······················································(48)
SYSTEM SETUP button
·······················································(21)
CURSOR buttons
·······················································(21)
SURROUND PARAMETER/SEARCH
button ·····································(50, 67)
Tuner system buttons
·······················································(65)
HOME/VIDEO SELECT button
·················································(46, 80)
Remote control signal transmitter
·························································(9)
INPUT MODE selector button
·······················································(45)
NIGHT button
·······················································(55)
SPEAKER button
·······················································(46)
TEST TONE button
·····················································(130)
Tuner system buttons
·······················································(65)
CH SELECT/ENTER button
························································
(
21, 64
)
Power buttons
·······················································(21)
Master volume control buttons
·······················································(44)
ON SCREEN button
·······················································(46)
FUNCTION/NUMBER
buttons ·····························(44, 76, 82)
MUTE button
·······················································(45)
USER MODE/SYSTEM
CALL buttons ·························(60, 86)
RC SETUP button
·······················································(82)
Easy Setup and Operation
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Placing the speakers.
Connecting the speakers.
Connect the DVD player to the
AVR-4806CI.
Connect the AVR-4806CI’s
monitor output terminal to
the TV’s video input terminal
( page 17).
Connecting a microphone ( page 20).
Perform the preliminary measurements.
The measurement of the speakers in the main listening position.
Check of the measurement result.
1) Measuring the background noise (noise in the room).
2) Determining whether or not speakers are connected.
3) Checking the polarities of the speakers.
1) Speaker Configuration
2) Speaker distance
3) Channel Level
4) Crossover Frequency
5) Room EQ
Easy to setup flow
Auto setup flow
Store the measurement result in the memory.
• This section contains the basic steps necessary to configure the AVR-4806CI according to your listening room environment and
the source equipment and loudspeakers you are using.
• For optimum performance, we recommend using the Auto Setup function.
• If you wish, you can set the various settings manually without using Auto Setup ( page 125 ~ 133).
Perform the auto setup procedure, following the
instructions displayed on the TV’s screen.
Play a DVD.
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Easy Setup and Operation
¢ Basic system layout (For a THX Ultra2 system)
• The following is an example of the basic layout for a system consisting of eight speaker systems and a television monitor:
Subwoofer Center speaker system
Surround speaker systems
Surround back speaker systems
Front speaker systems
Set these at the sides of the TV or screen
with their front surfaces as flush with the
front of the screen as possible.
Two surround back speakers are required to use the THX Ultra2 Cinema,THX Music mode and THX Games mode.
Set the surround back speakers so that the distance to the listening position is the same for both the left and right speakers. It is
also recommended that the deviations of the distance from the listening position to L and R channel speakers (front left (FL) and
front right (FR), surround left (SL) and surround right (SR), surround back left (SBL) and surround back right (SBR)) is less than 2
ft (60 cm).
With the AVR-4806CI it is also possible to use the surround speaker selector function to choose the best layout for a variety of
sources and surround modes.
Speaker system layout
¢ Surround speaker selector function
This function makes it possible to achieve the optimum sound fields for different sources by switching between two
systems of surround speakers (A and B). The settings of the different speakers (A only, B only or A+B) are stored in the
memory for the different surround modes, so they are set automatically when the surround mode is selected.
AA
BB
AA
BB
SB SB SB SB
Using A only
(Multi surround speaker system)
Using B only
(Single surround speaker system)
(SB: Surround Back Speakers)
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Easy Setup and Operation
Speaker connections
• Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making
sure that like polarities are matched (
<
with <, >with >).
Mismatching of polarities will result in weak central sound,
unclear orientation of the various instruments, and the
sense of direction of the stereo being impaired.
NOTE:
NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is
on. Doing so could result in electric shocks.
• When making connections, take care that none of the
individual conductors of the speaker cable come in
contact with adjacent terminals, with other speaker cable
conductors, or with the rear panel and screws.
Connecting the speaker cables
1. Loosen by turning
counterclockwise.
2. Insert the cable.
3. Tighten by turning clockwise.
Either tightly twist or terminate the core wires.
Connecting banana plugs
Turn clockwise to tighten, then
insert the banana plug.
Protector circuit
This unit is equipped with a high-speed protection circuit.
The purpose of this circuit is to protect the speakers under
circumstances such as when the output of the power
amplifier is inadvertently short-circuited and a large current
flows, when the temperature surrounding the unit
becomes unusually high, or when the unit is used at high
output over a long period which results in an extreme
temperature rise.
When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output
is cut off and the power supply indicator flashes. Should
this occur, please follow these steps: be sure to switch off
the power of this unit, check whether there are any faults
with the wiring of the speaker cables or input cables, and
wait for the unit to cool down if it is very hot. Improve the
ventilation condition around the unit and switch the power
back on.
If the protection circuit is activated again even though there
are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around
the unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON
service center.
Note on speaker impedance
The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for
long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with
an impedance lower than the specified impedance (for
example speakers with an impedance of lower than 4
Ω/ohms) are connected. If the protector circuit is activated,
the speaker output is cut off. Turn off the set’s power, wait
for the set to cool down, improve the ventilation around the
set, then turn the power back on.
¢ Speaker Impedance
• Speakers with an impedance of from 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can
be connected for use as front, center, surround and
surround back speakers.
• Be careful when using two pairs of surround speakers (A +
B) at the same time, since use of speakers with an
impedance of less than 8 Ω/ohms will lead to damage.
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Easy Setup and Operation
¢ Connections
• The AVR-4806CI can be configured for 10 speaker playback using two pairs of surround speakers (A+B) and one pair of
surround back speakers as shown below.
• The output of each power amplifier can be assigned to any desired channel to best suit the application.
For details, refer to “Setting the Channel Setup” and “Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment” ( page 116, 117).
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
>< <>
><
><
>< >< <><>
<>
IN
(L)
(R)
(R) (R) (L) (L)
(L)
(R)
Connection terminal
for subwoofer with
built-in amplifier
(subwoofer), etc.
Surround
left speaker
(A)
Subwoofer
Front
right speaker
• Precautions when connecting speakers
If a speaker is placed near a TV or video monitor, the
colors on the screen may be disturbed by the speaker’s
magnetism. If this should happen, move the speaker
away to a position where it does not have this effect.
Surround
left speaker (B)
Surround back
left speaker
NOTE:
• When using only one surround back speaker, connect it
to left channel.
Front
left speaker
Center
speaker
Surround back
right speaker
Surround
right speaker (B)
Surround
right speaker
(A)
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Easy Setup and Operation
Connecting a DVD player and TV (Monitor)
DVD player
S VIDEO
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
P
B
PR
OPTICAL
OUT
HDMI
OUT
R
L
R
L
H
J
I
A
C
D
L
•To connect the video output from the DVD player to the AVR-4806CI, you only need to choose one connection type. Component
video connection offers the best quality (and is required for progressive DVD playback), followed by S-Video, while composite
video offers the lowest picture quality of the three connection types. For more information about the video up conversion
function ( page 27).
• The AVR-4806CI is equipped with HDMI connectors, so it can be connected to a DVD player or TV (monitor) using an HDMI
cable. To connect it to a DVD player using a DVI-D cable ( page 36).
•To connect the digital audio output from the DVD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you
choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page
99).
• The AVR-4806CI is equipped with another set of input terminals for a non-DVD Video Disc Player (such as laser disc, VCD/SVCD,
or future high definition disc player). The above connection guidelines for DVD also apply to the VDP input.
Audio signal flow is shown with white arrows, white
video signal flow is shown with gray arrows.
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Easy Setup and Operation
TV (Monitor)
S VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
Y
P
B
PR
HDMI
IN
H
J
I
L
• For best picture quality (especially with progressive DVD and other high definition sources) choose the component video or
HDMI connection to your monitor or TV. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided if your TV does not have
component video inputs.
NOTE:
• The component video input and/or output terminals may be labeled differently on some TVs, monitors or video
components (Y, P
B, PR; Y, CB, CR; Y, B-Y, R-Y). Check the operating instructions for other components for further
information.
• The COMPONENT MONITOR OUT-1 and the COMPONENT MONITOR OUT-2 can be used simultaneously.
• Audio signals are only output from the HDMI monitor out connector when audio signals are input to the HDMI input
connector.
• When connecting the AVR-4806CI and DVD player using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVR-4806CI and monitor or TV
using an HDMI cable ( page 35).
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Easy Setup and Operation
The Auto Setup and Room EQ function of this unit performs an
analysis of the speaker system and measures the acoustic
characteristics of your room to permit an appropriate automatic
setting.
The AVR-4806CI’s Audyssey MultEQ XT function has the
feature that it provides the optimum listening environment at
all listening positions in the home theater, where there are
often multiple listeners viewing programs together. To achieve
this, it is first necessary to use a microphone to measure test
tones generated from the different speakers at the various
listening positions. All this measured data is analyzed with a
unique method to comprehensively improve acoustic
characteristics in the listening area. For optimum
effectiveness, measurements should be performed at six or
more points. Move the microphone successively within the
listening area surrounded by the speakers as shown on the
diagram below to measure the test tones. When listening to
music or viewing movies with the whole family, move the
microphone successively to the different positions in which
the members of the family sit (“ ” on the diagram indicates
the points of installation) and measure repeatedly (Example
q). Even if the number of people using the home theater is
small, taking multiple measurements at or near the listening
positions makes it possible to correct the sound more
effectively (Example w).
The AVR-4806CI’s Room EQ function offers three correction
curves: “Audyssey”, “Front” and “Flat”. These can be
selected after performing the auto setup procedure. Details of
the different correction curves are described below.
• Audyssey:
This adjusts the frequency response of all speakers to
correct the effects of room acoustics.
• Front:
This adjusts the characteristics of each speaker to the
characteristics of the front speakers.
• Flat:
This the frequency response of all speakers flat.
This is suitable for multi-channel music reproduction, from
discrete music sources such as Dolby Digital 5.1, DTS, DVDAudio and Super Audio CD.
Example: w
*
M
Example: q
*
M
Auto Setup / Room EQ
¢ About the main listening position (*M)
• The main listening position is the point where a listener
sits most often or the listening position when only one
person is listening. Measurements on the AVR-4806CI
start from this point. Correction for the speaker distance
(“Delay Time”) is set based on this point.
•To make the Speaker system settings without using the
Auto Setup function ( page 125 ~ 133).
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Easy Setup and Operation
Connecting a microphone
1
Connect the microphone forAuto Setup to the
SETUP MIC jack on the front panel of the unit.
2
Mount the auto setup microphone onto a
camera tripod, etc., and place it at ear height
at the main listening position in the listening
room with the sound receptor facing the
ceiling.
Microphone
NOTE:
• Do not disconnect the microphone until the settings are
completed.
• Do not change the connection of speakers or the
subwoofer’s volume after performing these measurements.
ON/STANDBY
POWER
SYSTEM SETUP
SETUP MIC
ENTER
CURSOR
AMP
ON
SYSTEM SETUP
CURSOR
ENTER
When placing the microphone, adjust the height so
that the microphone’s sound receptor is at the height
of the ears of the listener.
Be sure that at the beginning, the measurement is
started with the microphone set up at the main
listening position.
It is not possible to measure properly if there are any
obstacles between the speakers and microphone.
Check that there are no obstacles.
Please do not stand between or near the speakers and
the microphone during the measurements.
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Easy Setup and Operation
Starting Auto Setup
2
Press the CURSOR
DD
orHHbutton to select
“Auto Setup / Room EQ”, then press the
ENTER button.
• Display the “Auto Setup / Room EQ” menu screen.
1
Press the SYSTEM SETUP button.
• Display the “System Setup Menu”.
4
Press the ON/STANDBY switch on the main
unit or
ON button on the remote control unit.
• When pressed, the power turns on and the display
lights.
• When pressed again, the power turns off, the
standby mode is set and the display turns off.
The sound is muted for several seconds, after which
the unit operates normally.
Whenever the ON/STANDBY button is in the standby
state, the apparatus is still connected to the AC line
voltage. Please be sure to turn off the POWER switch or
unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a
vacation.
5
Press the AMP button to select “AMP” (only
when operating with the remote control unit).
3
Press the CURSOR
DD
orHHbutton to select
“Auto Setup”, then press the
ENTER button.
• Display the “Auto Setup” screen.
The message “Connect Microphone” is displayed if no
microphone is connected. If so, connect the auto setup
microphone.
3
Press the POWER switch.
£ OFF:
The power turns off and indicator is off.
In this position, the power cannot be turned on and
off from the remote control unit.
¢ ON:
The power turns on and the power indicator lights.
Set the POWER switch to this position to turn the
power on and off from the included remote control
unit.
1
Turn on your subwoofer.
Set the volume to halfway and set the crossover
frequency to the maximum or Low pass filter off if your
subwoofer can adjust the output volume and the
crossover frequency.
Some subwoofers have a standby mode. Be sure to
turn this function off before performing the Auto Setup
procedure.
2
Turn on your TV (monitor).
Turning on the power
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Easy Setup and Operation
4
If the check ends, press the ENTER button
again.
[ Second screen ]
3
Check the results of the speaker detection,
then press the
ENTER button.
• Switch to the second screen.
The screen shown at the below appears once the
preliminary measurements are completed.
Preliminary measurements
• This procedure is used to automatically determine the
background noise, whether or not speakers are connected,
and the polarities of the connected speakers.
•To avoid affecting the measurements, turn off the airconditioner or any other device that makes noise and take
the measurements with the room as quiet as possible.
1
Press the CURSOR
DD
orHHbutton to select
“Start”, then press the
CURSOR
FF
button.
• Start the preliminary measurements.
2
Press the ENTER button.
• Switch to the “Speaker Detect Check” screen.
[ First screen ]
3
4
Once the settings are completed, press the
ENTER button at the each setting screen.
• The “Extra Setup” menu reappears.
Press the CURSOR
DD
orHHbutton to select
“Exit”, then press the
ENTER button.
• Return to the “Auto Setup” screen.
1
2
Press the CURSOR
DD
orHHbutton to select
“Extra Setup”, then press the
CURSOR
FF
button.
•Switch to the “Extra Setup” screen.
Extra Setup
• The AVR-4806CI has seven available amplifier channels,
some of which can be assigned for powering speakers in
ZONE2 and ZONE3, depending on the speaker system
complement in the main room. If this functionality is not
needed, skip this “Extra Setup” procedure and proceed to
“Preliminary Measurements”.
Press the CURSOR
DDorHH
button to choose the
setting you want to change, then press the
ENTER button.
•Switch to the setting screen.
For instructions on making the “Channel Setup”
settings ( page 115).
For instructions on making the “Power Amp Assign”
settings ( page 116, 117).
The speakers measured with this Auto Setup
procedure are based on the setting of these “Channel
Setup” and “Power Amp Assign” functions.
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Easy Setup and Operation
4
Perform step 2, 3 repeatedly.
The more measurement points, the better the
resulting room correction effect. We recommend a
minimum of 6 measurement points – 8 measurement
points provides the best room correction effect.
5
After measuring at the number of points
according to your listening environment, press
the
CURSOR
DD
or
HH
button to select
“Calculate”, then press the
CURSOR
FF
button.
• The speaker system is analyzed.
The amount of time required for the analysis depends
on the number of speakers and the number of
measuring points. The greater the number of speakers
and measuring points, the longer the time required. For
example, for ten speaker systems and 6 measuring
points, the calculations require approximately 6
minutes.
Measurements can be ended when there are 5 or less
measurement locations; however, to obtain better
results, measurements at 6 or more locations is
recommended.
Once the calculations are completed, a screen for
confirming the results of the measurements appears.
Speaker system measurement
•With these measurements, the “Speaker Configuration”,
“Delay Time”, “Channel Level”, “Crossover Frequency” and
“Room EQ” are analyzed automatically. The main listening
position is measured first, so leave the microphone where it
is.
1
Press the CURSOR
DDorHH
button to select “OK
Start”, then press the
CURSOR
FF
button.
• Measurements for the first point start.
The screen shown at the below appears once the
measurements for the main listening position are
completed.
2
Next the measurements for the second point
will be taken.
Place the microphone at the second listening position.
For instructions on the position in which the
microphone should be placed ( page 19).
NOTE:
• If the results are not as expected or if an error message is
displayed, select “Retry” and perform the measurements
again. (For details on the error messages ( page 25).)
If the results of remeasurement are still not as expected
or if an error message is displayed, turn off the power
switch and check the speaker connections. Then start the
measurements again from the beginning.
• Measurement is cancelled when MASTER VOLUME is
operated while the Auto Setup is performed.
3
Press the CURSOR
FF
button.
• Measurements for the second point start.
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Easy Setup and Operation
Check of the measurement result
• The results of the measured items can be checked.
1
Press the CURSOR
DD
orHHbutton to select
items, then press the
ENTER button.
• Switch to the verification screen.
Example: Speaker Config. Check
2
Press the ENTER button.
• Switch to the second screen.
Example: Speaker Config. Check
[ First screen ]
[ Second screen ]
3
If the check ends, press the ENTER button
again.
• Sometimes due to the electrical complexities of subwoofers and the
interaction with the room, THX recommends setting the level and
the distance of the subwoofer manually.
• Sometimes due to interaction with the room, you may notice
irregular results when setting the level and/or distance of the main
speakers. If this happens, THX recommends setting them manually.
• Please note that any THX main speakers should be set to Small (80
Hz). If you set up your speakers using Auto Setup, please make sure
manually that any THX speakers are set to Small with 80 Hz crossover.
Store:
Set with the checked measurement value.
All parameters are stored up.
Cancel:
Cancel the auto setup settings.
NOTE:
• Do not turn off the power while the data is being stored.
If the power is turned off while the data is being stored,
the Room EQ parameters stored in the memory will be
cleared, and it will not be possible to select “Audyssey”,
“Front” or “Flat” equalizer settings.
5
Press the CURSOR
FF
button.
•After the data is stored, the “Auto Setup / Room
EQ” menu screen appears automatically.
• When measurements have been made using the
measurement microphone, speakers with a built-in filter
such as subwoofers might be set with a value that differs
from the physical distance because of the internal electrical
delay.
4
Press the CURSOR
DD
orHHbutton to select
whether or not to save the data you have
checked.
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Easy Setup and Operation
MeasuresCauseScreen example
About the error message
• These error messages will be displayed when performing the measurements of Auto Setup and the automatic measurements
can not be completed because of the speaker arrangement, measurement environment, or other factors. Please check the
following matters, reset the pertinent items, and measure again. Be sure to turn off the AVR-4806CI’s power before checking
the speaker connections.
q The speakers required for producing suitable
reproduction have not been detected.
• The front L and front R speakers were not
properly detected.
• Only one channel of the surround (A) and
surround (B) speakers was detected.
• Sound was output from the R channel when
only one surround back speaker was
connected.
• The surround back or the surround (B) speaker
was detected, but the surround (A) speaker
was not detected.
If multiple errors occur, press the CURSORFFor
GG
button to check the contents.
• Check that the pertinent speakers
are properly connected.
w The speaker polarity is connected in reverse.
If multiple errors occur, press the CURSORFFor
GG
button to check the contents.
• Check the polarity of the pertinent
speakers.
• For some speakers, the screen
below may be displayed even though
the speakers are properly connected.
If so, select “Skip
0
”.
e There is too much ambient noise in the room
and the measurements cannot be made
accurately.
r The sound level that is output from the
speakers and/or subwoofer is too low.
• Either turn off the power of the
device that generated the noise
during the measurements or move
the device away.
•Try again at a time when it is quieter.
• Check the placement and orientation
of the loudspeakers.
• Adjust the subwoofer’s output level.
t The measurement microphone is not
connected, or all of speakers have not been
detected.
• Connect the measurement microphone
to the microphone connector.
• Check the speaker connection.
Playing a DVD with Surround Sound
1
Disconnect the microphone from the unit.
2
Select the input source to be played.
3
Select the play mode.
4
5
Adjust the volume.
Start DVD playback.
Connecting Other Sources
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Cable indications
Signal direction
Audio and Video cable
• The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cables (not supplied).
Video cableAudio cable
NOTE:
• Do not plug in the power supply 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).
• Note that binding pin-plug cables together with power supply cords or placing them near a power transformer will result
in generating hum or other noise.
Analog terminal (Stereo)
A
R
L
R
L
(Orange)
(Green)
(Blue)
(Red)
Pin-plug cable
Analog terminal (Monaural, for subwoofer)
B
Pin-plug cable
Digital terminal (Coaxial)
C
Coaxial cable (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug cable)
Digital terminal (Optical)
D
Optical cable (Optical fiber cable)
DENON LINK terminal
E
DENON LINK cable
IEEE1394 terminal
F
4-pin, S400 IEEE1394 cable
Speaker terminal
G
Speaker cable
Video terminal
H
Video cable (75 Ω/ohms video pin-plug cable)
S-Video terminal
I
S-Video cable
Component video terminal
J
Component video cable
DVI-D terminal
K
24-pin DVI-D cable
HDMI terminal
L
19-pin HDMI cable
(Yellow)
Audio signal
Video signal
(Y)
(PB/CB)
(P
R/CR
)
IN OUT OUT IN
IN OUT OUT IN
(White)
(Red)
NOTE:
• Connecting a LD (laser disc) player with a Dolby Digital RF Output
The AVR-4806CI does not have a DD RF demodulator function. Therefore, you need to use a commercially available
outboard DD RF demodulator and connect its digital output to one of the AVR-4806CI available digital inputs. Refer to the
demodulator’s operating instruction for further information.
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Connecting Other Sources
• The AVR-4806CI is equipped with a function for up and down
converting video signals.
Because of this, the AVR-4806CI’s MONITOR OUT terminal
can be connected to the TV (monitor) with a set of cables
offering a higher quality connection, regardless of how the
player and the AVR-4806CI’s video input terminals are
connected.
Generally speaking, analog video connections using the
component video terminals offer the highest quality
playback, followed by connections using the S-Video
terminals, then connections using the regular video
terminals (yellow).
The flow of the video signals.
This unit’s input terminals This unit’s output terminals
(Component video
terminals)
(S-Video terminal)
(Video terminal)
(Component video
terminals)
(S-Video terminal)
(Video terminal)
The video conversion function
NOTE:
• It is not possible to down-convert from HDMI/DVI input
signals to the component, S-Video or composite video
monitor output terminals.
•Video down conversion to the MAIN ZONE’s monitor
output is only possible when the component video input
resolution is 480i (interlaced standard definition video –
NTSC format, for North America) or 576i (interlaced
standard definition video – PAL format, for Europe and
other countries).
•To set the video conversion function for the MAIN ZONE
to “OFF” ( page 107).
On screen display for component video
outputs and HDMI output
• When viewing component video signals or HDMI signals via
the AVR-4806CI, the on screen display is displayed on the
monitor when the “System Setup” operations are
performed and when the remote control unit’s ON SCREEN
button is operated.
•To view the on screen display using an HDMI monitor, set
“Analog to HDMI Convert” at “HDMI Out Setup” to “ON”
(default).
• When only component video signals are input to the AVR4806CI, the characters of the on screen display are not
displayed over the picture.
(HDMI / DVI-D
terminals)
(HDMI terminal)
: only MAIN ZONE 480i/576i
¢ The analog video to HDMI conversion function:
• The AVR-4806CI’s video up-conversion function lets you
output analog video input signals (component – 480i/576i,
480p/576p, 1080i or 720p; S-Video and composite video 480i/576i) to the HDMI monitor output terminal.
•With the AVR-4806CI, the resolution of the signal output to
the HDMI MONITOR OUT terminal can be selected (
page 108, 109). The resolutions with which the monitor is
compatible can be checked using the STATUS button on the
main unit or the ON SCREEN button on the remote control
unit.
• If you do not want to use the function for converting analog
video signals to HDMI signals, select “OFF” for “Analog to
HDMI Convert” at “Setting the HDMI Out Setup”( page
108, 109).
In this case, the function for video up conversion to the
component video terminal operates.
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Connecting Other Sources
Connecting equipment with HDMI terminals
[To convert analog video signals to HDMI signals]
TV (Monitor)
HDMI
IN
DVD player
S VIDEO
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
P
B
PR
OPTICAL
OUT
L
R
L
R
L
H
J
I
A
C
D
• The AVR-4806CI is equipped with a function for converting analog video signals into HDMI signals.
You can do this by either a component or a video or a S-Video connection.
• Audio signals are not output from the HDMI monitor output terminal, so also make analog or digital audio connections. To play
sound using digital audio connections, assign the digital terminal (coaxial or optical) at “Setting the Digital In Assignment” (
page 99).
NOTE:
• When “Through” is set at “Resolution” under “Setting the HDMI Out Setup”, use a monitor compatible with input
resolutions of 480i/576i.
• If your monitor is not equipped with an HDMI terminal, connect the AVR-4806CI to the monitor using the component
video, S-Video, or composite video terminals.
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Connecting Other Sources
Connecting a DBS tuner
Connecting a TV tuner
H
I
A
TV tuner
S VIDEO
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
P
B
PR
OPTICAL
OUT
R
L
R
L
J
D
DBS / BS Tuner
S VIDEO
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
OUT
R
L
R
L
H
I
A
D
C
• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your DBS tuner. S-Video and composite video outputs are
also provided. If you choose to use the component video connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about
Component Input Assignment ( page 107).
•To connect the digital audio output from the DBS tuner, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you
choose to use the coaxial or the optical connection, if needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input
Assignment ( page 99).
• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your TV tuner. S-Video and composite video outputs are also
provided if your TV tuner does not have component video inputs.
•To connect the digital audio output from the TV tuner, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you
choose to use the coaxial connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page
99).
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Connecting Other Sources
Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals
DVD-Audio-Video /
Super Audio CD Player /
External decoder
R
SURROUND
BACK
L
R
SURROUND
L
R
FRONT
L
7.1ch AUDIO OUT
CENTER
SUB-
WOOFER
L
R
L
R
R
L
R
L
B
A
B
A
R
L
R
L
A
• These terminals are for inputting multi-channel audio signals from an outboard decoder, or a component with a different type of
multi-channel decoder, such as a DVD-Audio player, or a multi-channel Super Audio CD player, or other future multi-channel
sound format decoder.
• The method of video signal connection is the same as that for DVD player ( page 17).
• For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals ( page 45).
• Playback using the DENON LINK connector Digital transfer and multi-channel playback of DVD-Audio discs and other multichannel sources is possible by connecting the AVR-4806CI to a DENON DVD player equipped with a DENON LINK connector
using the connection cable included with the DVD player.
•With discs on which special copyright protection measures have been taken, however, the digital signals may not be output
from the DVD player. In this case, connect the DVD player’s analog multi-channel output to the AVR-4806CI’s EXT. IN terminals
for playback. Also refer to your DVD player’s operating instructions.
Connecting a video camera or video game
Video camera /
Video game
S VIDEO
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
OUT
R
L
R
L
H
I
A
D
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