Denon AVR-484 Instruction Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

收音環繞擴音機

AVR-1404/484

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

操作說明書

FOR ENGLISH READERS PAGE003 ~ PAGE030

中文（繁體字版）第 31 頁 ~ 第 58 頁

中文（簡體字版）第 59 頁 ~ 第 86 頁

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE 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.

注意：

為防電擊﹐請勿打開機蓋（或後蓋）。本機內部無可供使用者使用的部件。請委托有資格的技術人員

進行修理安裝。

警告：

為防止火災或電擊﹐請勿將本機暴露于雨中或潮濕的處所。

等邊三角形中有箭頭閃電標號的圖形表示警告使用者在產品內有導電體及高電壓﹐可能會對人體

造成很大的電擊危險。

等邊三角形中有感嘆號的圖形表示﹐欲警告使用者該設備在操作與保養（服務）方面應嚴格按

照所附設備說明書。

注意：

為防電擊，請勿打開機蓋（或後蓋）。本機內部無可供使用者使用的部件。請委托有資格的技術人員

進行修理安裝。

警告：

為防止火災或電擊，請勿將本機暴露于雨中或潮濕的處所。

等邊三角形中有箭頭閃電標號的圖形表示警告使用者在產品內有導電體及高電壓，可能會對人體

造成很大的電擊危險。

等邊三角形中有感嘆號的圖形表示，欲警告使用者該設備在操作與保養（服務）方面應嚴格按

照所附設備說明書。

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

• 防止高溫

裝於機架時應允許充分散

熱。

• 防止高溫

裝於機架時應允許充分散

熱。

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

• 留意電源線

從插座撥出插頭時應該抓住

插頭將其撥出。

• 留意電源線

從插座撥出插頭時應該抓住

插頭將其撥出

。

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

• 勿將本機放置於濕度很高或

多塵的位置。

• 勿將本機放置於濕度很高或

多塵的位置。

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

• 長時間不使用本機時須將插

頭撥離電源插座。

• 長時間不使用本機時須將插

頭撥離電源插座。

* (For sets with ventilation holes)

（備有通風孔的機殼）

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

• 勿堵塞機殼的通風孔。

• Do not let foreign objects in the set.

• 勿讓雜物掉入機內。

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

• 避免在本機附近噴灑殺蟲

劑，也勿用汽油，天拿水或

其它溶劑抹拭機箱。

• 避免在本機附近噴灑殺蟲

劑﹐也勿用汽油﹐天拿水或

其它溶劑抹拭機箱。

• Never disassemble or modify the set in any way.

• 勿打開或隨意修理本機。

2 NOTE ON USE / 使用注意事項/ 使用注意事項

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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CAUTION

• The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.

• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.

• Please be care the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

• The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing for use.

• No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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2 We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-1404/484. 2 To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-1404/484 has to offer, read

these instructions carefully and use the set properly. Be sure to keep this manual for future reference, should any questions or problems arise.

“SERIAL NO. PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE”

2 INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-1404/484 Digital Surround AV 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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Before Using........................................................3

Cautions on Installation........................................3

Cautions on Handling...........................................3

Features ...............................................................3

Part Names and Functions ..................................4

Read this First......................................................5

Setting up the Speaker Systems .........................5

Connections.....................................................5~8

Using the Remote Control Unit ...........................9

Setting up the system...................................9~12

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2 ACCESSORIES

Check that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit:

q Operating instructions........................................1

w Service station list..............................................1

e Remote control unit (RC-942) ............................1

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BEFORE USING

Pay attention to the following before using this unit:

• Moving the set To prevent short circuits or damaged wires in the connection cords, always unplug the power cord and disconnect the connection cords 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 cords. Always set the power switch to the standby position before connecting and disconnecting connection cords.

Remote Control Unit ...................................12~14

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Operation.....................................................15~17

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Surround ......................................................18~20

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DSP Surround Simulation ............................21~23

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Listening to the Radio .................................24~26

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Last Function Memory.......................................27

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Initialization of the Microprocessor....................27

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Additional Information .................................27~29

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Troubleshooting .................................................29

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Specifications.....................................................30

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List of Preset Codes ..........................................87~89

r R6P/AA batteries................................................2

t AM loop antenna................................................1

y FM indoor antenna.............................................1

• Store this instructions in a safe place. After reading, store this instructions along with the warranty in a safe place.

• Note that the illustrations in this instructions may

differ from the actual set for explanation purposes.

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 cord and input/output connection cords.

• 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.

For heat dispersal, leave at least 10 cm of space between the top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other components.

CAUTIONS ON HANDLING

• Switching the input function when input jacks are not connected

A clicking noise may be produced if the input function is switched when nothing is connected to the input jacks. If this happens, either turn down the MASTER VOLUME control or connect components to the input jacks.

• Muting of PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jacks and

SPEAKER terminals

The PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jack and SPEAKER terminals include a muting circuit. Because of this, the output signals are greatly

FEATURES

1. Dolby Pro Logic II decoder

Dolby Pro Logic II is a new format for playing multichannel audio signals that offers improvements over conventional Dolby Pro Logic. It can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Surround but also regular stereo sources into five channels (front left/right, center and surround left/right). In addition, various parameters can be set according to the type of source and the contents, so you can adjust the sound field with greater precision.

2. Dolby Digital decoder

Dolby Digital, a digital discrete system in which the different channels are completely independent, recreates “three-dimensional” sound fields (sounds with a sense of distance, movement and position) with no crosstalk between channels for greater reality. In addition, the 5 channels (excluding the 0.1 channel for low frequency effects) have a playback range extending to 20 kHz, the same as the range of CDs, thus resulting in clearer, more richly expressive sound.

3. DTS (Digital Theater Systems) decoder

DTS provides up to 5.1 channels of wide-range, high fidelity surround sound, from sources such as laser disc, DVD and specially-encoded music discs.

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wall

reduced for several seconds after the power switch is turned on or input function, surround mode or any other-set-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.

• Whenever the power switch is in the

state, the apparatus is still connected on AC line voltage. Please be sure to unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a vacation.

4. High performance DSP simulates 7 sound fields

Playback is possible in 7 surround modes: 5channel Stereo, Mono Movie, Rock Arena, Jazz Club, Video Game, Matrix and Virtual. You can enjoy a variety of sound effects for different movie scenes and program sources even with stereo sources not in Dolby Surround.

5. Personal Memory Plus function

Personal Memory Plus is an advanced version of Personal Memory. With Personal Memory Plus, the set automatically memorizes the surround mode, channel volume, surround parameters, etc., for each of the separate input sources.

6. Remote control unit with pre-memory function

This unit comes with a remote control unit equipped with a pre-memory function. The remote control command codes for DENON remote controllable AV components as well as for LD players, video decks, TVs, etc., of other major manufacturers are prestored in the memory.

7. EXT. IN jack

This unit is equipped with EXT. IN jacks for use with audio formats of the future.

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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Front Panel

• For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).

Power operation switch ...........................(15, 27)

Headphones jack (PHONES) ..........................(16)

INPUT MODE button .........................(15, 17, 27)

SPEAKER A/B buttons .............................(15, 27)

TONE DEFEAT button....................................(16)

ANALOG button .......................................(15, 17)

DOLBY/DTS SURROUND button.............(18, 19)

5CH STEREO button ......................................(21)

STEREO button ..............................................(16)

TUNING UP/DOWN buttons ..........................(24)

RDS button...............................................(25, 26)

VIDEO SELECT button ...................................(17)

V. AUX terminals ..............................................(3)

SURROUND MODE button......................(16, 22)

SURROUND PARAMETER button ...........(19, 21)

SELECT knob .....................................(16, 18, 22)

TONE CONTROL button ................................(16)

CH VOL button...............................................(18)

MASTER VOLUME control ............................(16)

RT button........................................................(26)

STATUS button ...............................................(17)

PTY button......................................................(26)

DIMMER button .............................................(17)

Master volume indicator (VOLUME LEVEL) ..(16)

Display

Preset station select buttons .........................(25)

BAND button ..................................................(24)

EXT. IN button..........................................(15, 17)

SIGNAL indicators ..........................................(16)

INPUT mode indicators ..................................(16)

Remote control sensor

(REMOTE SENSOR) .........................................(9)

Power operation indicator (ON/STANDBY)

INPUT SELECTOR knob.................................(15)

Remote control unit

• For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).

LED (indicator)..............................(13)

SURROUND

buttons.............................(16, 18, 21)

Input source selector buttons

.........................................(13~15, 18)

System buttons .....................(12~14)

SYSTEM SETUP/SETUP

button.......................................(9, 13)

Cursor buttons .........................(9, 13)

STATUS/DISPLAY button .......(13, 17)

TEST TONE button ......................(18)

VIDEO SELECT button.................(17)

INPUT MODE select

buttons...................................(15, 17)

Remote control signal

transmitter .....................................(9)

Power buttons .......................(13, 15)

Tuner system/System

buttons.............................(12, 14, 24)

Mode select

switches ............................(9, 12~14)

Master volume control

buttons.........................................(16)

MUTING button ...........................(16)

SURROUND PARAMETER

button ..............................(13, 19, 21)

CH SELECT (channel select)/

ENTER button....................(9, 13, 18)

RETURN button ...........................(13)

SPEAKER select button ...............(15)

DIMMER button...........................(17)

Asian models other than for Taiwan R.O.C. and China

TAIWAN R.O.C., CHINA model

RDS button

VIDEO SELECT button

RT button

STATUS button

PTY button

DIMMER button

NOTE:

• The shaded button does not function with the AVR1404/484. (Nothing happens when they are pressed.)

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AC OUTLET

AC 230V 50Hz SWITCHED 100W MAX.

INTPUTOUTPUT

LRL

R L

RLR

R L

AUDIO OUT

FRONT

SUBWOOFER

CENTER

SURROUND

AUDIO IN

SWITCHED 100W MAX.

AC OUTLET

SWITCHED TOTAL 120W MAX.

AC 120V 60Hz

AC OUTLET

for Taiwan R.O.C. model

for Asia model

READ THIS FIRST

This A / V surround Receiver must be setup before use. Following these steps.

Step 1 (page 5 to 8)

Choose the location to setup the speakers and connecting the components.

Step 2 (page 9)

Next, insert the batteries into the remote control unit.

Step 3 (page 9 to 12)

Finally, setting up the system.

SETTING UP THE SPEAKER SYSTEMS

2 Speaker system layout

Basic system layout

• The following is an example of the basic layout for a system consisting of six speaker systems and a television monitor:

Subwoofer Center speaker system

CONNECTIONS

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

• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right).

• Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections will result in the generation of noise.

• Use the AC OUTLET for audio equipment only.

Do not use them for hair driers, etc.

Connecting the audio components (1)

CD recorder or Tape deck

Connecting a tape deck

Connections for recording:

Connect the tape deck’s recording input jacks (LINE IN or REC) to this unit’s tape recording (CDR/TAPE OUT) jacks using pin plug cords.

Connections for playback:

Connect the tape deck’s playback output jacks (LINE OUT or PB) to this unit’s tape playback (CDR/TAPE IN) jacks using pin plug cords.

• Note that binding pin plug cords together with power cords or placing them near a power transformer will result in generating hum or other noise.

• Noise or humming may be generated if a connected audio equipment is used independently without turning the power of this unit on. If this happens, turn on the power of the this unit

Power supply cord

AC 230V, 50Hz (ASIA model) AC 220V, 50Hz (CHINA model) AC 120V, 60Hz (TAIWAN R.O.C. model)

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.

Surround speaker systems

Decoder with 6-channel analog output

Subwoofer jack

Connect the internal amplifier’s subwoofer to the subwoofer terminal. (Refer to page 8.)

AC OUTLET

• SWITCHED (total capacity – 120 W – for Taiwan R.O.C. model) (total capacity – 100 W – for Asia model) The power to these outlets is turned on and off in conjunction with the POWER operation switch on the main unit, and when the power is switched between on and standby from the remote control unit. No power is supplied from these outlets when this unit’s power is at standby. Never connect equipment whose total capacity is above 120 W for Taiwan R.O.C. model (100 W for Asia model).

NOTE:

Only use the AC OUTLET for audio equipment. Never use them for hair driers, TVs or other electrical appliances.

Connecting the AC OUTLTETS

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AC OUTLET

AC 230V 50Hz SWITCHED 100W MAX.

OUTPUT

OPTICAL

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

AUDIO OUT

DIGITAL OUT

OUTPUT

COAXIAL

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

OUTPUT

DIGITAL OUT

R OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

DIGITAL

R OUT

VIDEO

OPTICAL

OUT

AUDIO

OUT

DIGITAL

R OUT IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

LRL

RLR

VIDEO

COAXIAL

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

AUDIO IN

VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL OUT

VIDEO OUT

DIGITAL OUT

Connecting the audio components (2)

CD player

Connecting a CD player

Connect the CD player’s analog output jacks (ANALOG OUTPUT) to this unit’s CD jacks using pin plug cords.

MD recorder, CD recorder or other component equipped with digital output jacks

CD player or other component equipped with digital output jacks

Connecting the DIGITAL jacks

Use these for connections to audio equipment with digital output. Refer to page 12 for instructions on setting this terminal.

NOTES:

• Use 75 Ω/ohms cable pin cords for coaxial connections.

• Use optical cables for optical connections, removing the cap before connecting.

Connecting the video components

To connect the video signal, connect using a 75 Ω/ohms video signal cable cord. Using an improper cable can result in a drop in sound quality.

TV or DBS tuner

Connecting a DVD player or a video disc player (VDP)

DVD

• Connect the DVD player’s (video disc player’s) video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the

• Connect the DVD player’s (video disc player’s) analog audio output jacks (ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT) to the DVD/VDP IN jacks using pin plug cords.

• For better sound quality, we recommend using the DVD player with digital rather than analog connections. DVD players and VDP can also be connected to the VCR terminals.

Video deck

Connecting a video decks

Video input/output connections:

• Connect the video deck’s video output jack (VIDEO OUT) to the (yellow) VCR IN jack, and the video deck’s video input jack (VIDEO IN) to the (yellow) VCR OUT jack using 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cords.

VIDEO

Connecting the audio output jacks

• Connect the video deck’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUT) to the VCR IN jacks, and the video deck’s audio input jacks (AUDIO IN) to the VCR OUT jacks using pin plug cords.

AUDIO

Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

TV/DBS

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the

VIDEO

(yellow) TV/DBS IN jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUTPUT) to the

AUDIO

TV/DBS IN jacks using pin plug cords

DVD player or video disc player (VDP), etc.

VIDEO

(yellow) DVD/VDP IN jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.

AUDIO

Monitor TV

Connecting a monitor TV

MONITOR OUT

• Connect the TV’s video input jack (VIDEO INPUT) to the MONITOR OUT jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.

NOTE:

• Connection of the video disc Player Equipped with Dolby Digital RF Output Jack.

•Please use a commercially available adaptor when connecting the Dolby Digital RF output jack of the video disc player to the digital input jack. Please refer to the instruction manual of the adapter when making connections.

VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT IN

S-VIDEO

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

R VIDEO OUTL

OUTPUT

LINE OUT

VIDEO OUT

LINE OUT

R VIDEO OUTL

OUTPUT

Video game

Connecting a Video game equipment

• Connect the Video game equipment’s output jacks to this unit’s V. AUX INPUT jacks.

Connecting the antenna terminals

DIRECTION OF BROADCASTING STATION

FM ANTENNA

AM LOOP ANTENNA (An Accessory)

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Video camera

Connecting a Video camera equipment

• Connect the Video camera equipment’s output jacks to this unit’s V. AUX INPUT jacks.

Connecting the video components equipped with S-Video jacks

• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.

• A note on the S input jacks The input selectors for the S inputs and pin jack inputs work in conjunction with each other.

• Precaution when using S-jacks This unit’s S-jacks (input and output) and video pin jacks (input and output) have independent circuit structures, so that video signals input from the S-jacks are only output from the S-jack outputs and video signals input from the pin jacks are only output from the pin jack outputs. When connecting this unit with equipment that is equipped with S-jacks, keep the above point in mind and make connections according to the equipment’s instruction manuals.

DVD player or video disc player (VDP), etc.

Connecting a DVD player or video disc player (VDP)

DVD/VDP

• Connect the DVD player’s or video disc player’s S-Video output jack to the S-VIDEO DVD/VDP IN jack using an S-Video connection cord.

Monitor TV

Connecting a monitor TV

MONITOR OUT

• Connect the TV’s S video input (S-VIDEO INPUT) to the MONITOR OUT jack using a S jack connection cord.

S-VIDEO

TV or satellite broadcast tuner

Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s S video output jack (S-VIDEO OUTPUT) to the TV/DBS IN jack using an S-Video connection cord.

S-VIDEO

Video deck

Connecting the video decks

• Connect the video deck’s S output jack (S-OUT) to the VCR IN jack and the video deck’s S input jack (S-IN) to the

S-VIDEO

VCR OUT jack using S-Video connection cords.

S-VIDEO

75 Ω/ohms COAXIAL CABLE

FM INDOOR ANTENNA (An Accessory)

AM loop antenna assembly

Connect to the AM antenna terminals.

Remove the vinyl tie and take out the connection line.

a. With the

antenna on top any stable surface.

b. With the

antenna attached to a wall.

Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.

Bend in the reverse direction.

Mount

AM OUTDOOR ANTENNA

GROUND

Connection of AM antennas

1. Push the lever.

2. Insert the conductor.

3. Return the lever.

NOTES:

• Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.

• Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not disconnect the AM loop antenna.

• Make sure AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of the panel.

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AC OUTLET

AC 230V 50Hz SWITCHED 100W MAX.

(L)(R)

(L) (R)(L) (R)

Speaker system 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.

• When making connections, take care that none of the individual conductors of the speaker cord come in contact with adjacent terminals, with other speaker cord conductors, or with the rear panel.

NOTE:

• NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is on. Doing so could result in electric shocks.

1. Loosen by turning counterclockwise.

2. Insert the cord.

Speaker Impedance

• When speaker systems A and B are use separately, speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can be connected for use as front speakers.

• Be careful when using two pairs of front speakers (A + B) at the same time, since use of speakers with an impedance of 12 to 16 Ω/ohms.

• Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can be connected for use as center and surround speakers.

• 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 are connected.

Connecting the speaker cords

3. Tighten by turning clockwise.

1. Push the lever. 2. Insert the cord.

3. Return the lever.

CENTER SPEAKER

SYSTEM

FRONT SPEAKER

SYSTEMS (A)

FRONT SPEAKER

SYSTEMS (B)

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 shortcircuited 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 LED 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.

Connection jack for subwoofer with built-in amplifier (super woofer), etc.

To achieve Dolby Digital playback effect, use a unit that can sufficiently reproduce frequencies of under 80 Hz.

SURROUND SPEAKER SYSTEMS

• 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.

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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Following the procedure outlined below, insert the batteries before using the remote control unit.

Using the remote control unit

Point the remote control unit at the remote control sensor as shown on the diagram at the left.

NOTES:

• The remote control unit can be used from a straight distance of approximately 7 meters, but this distance will shorten or operation will become difficult if there are obstacles between the remote control unit and the remote control sensor, if the

30°

Approx. 7 m

remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or other strong light, or if operated from an angle.

• 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.

Inserting the batteries

q Remove the remote control

unit’s rear cover.

NOTES:

• Use only R6P/AA batteries for replacement.

• Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.)

• Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will not be used for an extended period of time.

• If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid touching the leaked material or letting it come in contact with clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.

• Have replacement batteries on hand so that the old batteries can be replaced as quickly as possible when the time comes.

• Even if less than a year has passed, 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. Replace it with a new battery as soon as possible.)

w Insert the R6P/AA batteries properly,

as shown on the diagram.

e Close the lid.

SETTING UP THE SYSTEM

• Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in “CONNECTIONS” (see pages 5 to 8), make the various settings described below on the display. These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the this unit.

Set the slide switch to “AUDIO”.

Use the following buttons to set up the system:

SYSTEM SETUP button

Press this to display the system setup on the display.

CURSOR buttons (•, ª, 0, 1)

Press this change what appears on the display.

ENTER button

Press this to switch the display. Also use this button to complete the setting.

• System setup items and default values (set upon shipment from the factory)

System setup Default settings

Speaker Configuration

Subwoofer mode

Delay Time

Digital In Assignment

Input the combination of speakers in your system and their corresponding sizes (SMALL for regular speakers, LARGE for full-size, full-range) to automatically set the composition of the signals output from the speakers and the frequency response.

This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass signals.

This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer according to the listening position.

Digital

This assigns the digital input jacks for the different input sources.

Inputs

Input

source

Front Sp.

Large

Front & Sub Woofer Center Surround L & R

COAX OPTICAL

DVD/VDP TV/DBS

Center Sp. Surround Sp. Sub Woofer

Small Small Yes

Subwoofer mode = Normal

3.6 m 3.6 m 3.0 m

NOTE:

• The system setup is not displayed when “HEADPHONE ONLY” is selected.

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*SYSTEM SET UP

1 FRONT LARGE

LARGE

SMALL

2 CENTER SMALL

LARGE

SMALL

NONE

3 SURR. SMALL

LARGE

SMALL

NONE

4 S.WOOFER YES

YES

5 SW MODE NORM

NORM +MAIN

Before setting up the system

(Main unit)

NOTE: Press the SYSTEM SETUP button again to finish system set up. System set up can be finished at

any time. The changes to the settings made up to that point are entered.

Check that all the components are correct, then press the POWER operation switch on the main unit to turn on the power.

Press the SYSTEM SETUP button to enter the setting.

NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO” position of the slide switch on the

remote control unit.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the speaker configuration set up.

Setting the speaker configuration

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select your front speaker type.

(Initial)

(left) button (right) button

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the center speaker setting.

NOTE: When “Small” has been selected for the front speakers, “Large” cannot be selected for the

surround speakers.

• Parameters Large…… Select this when using speakers that can fully reproduce low sounds of below 80 Hz. Small…… Select this when using speakers that cannot reproduce low sounds of below 80 Hz with sufficient

volume. When this setting is selected, low frequencies of below 80 Hz are assigned to the

subwoofer. None…… Select this when no speakers are installed. Yes/No…. Select “Yes” when a subwoofer is installed, “No” when it’s not installed.

NOTE:

Select “Large” or “Small” not according to the physical size of the speaker, but according to the bass reproduction capacity at 80 Hz. If you cannot determine the best setting, try comparing the sound when set to “Small” and when set to “Large”, at a level that will not damage the speakers.

Caution:

In case the subwoofer is not used, be sure to set “Subwoofer = No”, or the bass sound of front channel is divided to subwoofer channel and not reproduced in some mode.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select your surround speaker type.

(Initial)

(left) button (right) button

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the subwoofer setting.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select your subwoofer setting.

(Initial)

(left) button (right) button

Press the ENTER or (down) button to enter the settings and switch to the Subwoofer mode setting.

NOTE: When “Small” has been selected for the front speakers, “Large” cannot be selected for the center

speaker.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select your center speaker type.

(Initial)

(left) button (right) button

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the surround speaker setting.

Setting the Subwoofer mode

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select the Subwoofer mode.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to enter the setting and switch to the Speaker distance setting.

(Initial)

(left) button (right) button

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6 FRNT/SW 3.6m

7 CENTER 3.6m

8 SURR. 3.0m

NOTES:

— Assignment of low frequency signal range —

• The only signals produced from the subwoofer channel are LFE signals (during playback of Dolby Digital or DTS signals) and the low frequency signal range of channels set to “SMALL” in the setup menu. The low frequency signal range of channels set to “LARGE” are produced from those channels.

— Subwoofer mode —

• The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when “LARGE” is set for the front speakers and “YES” is set for the subwoofer in the “Speaker Configuration” settings (see page 10). If “SMALL” is set for the front speakers or “NO” is set for the subwoofer, the subwoofer mode setting does not affect playback of low frequency signal range.

• When the “+MAIN” playback mode is selected, the low frequency signal range of channels set to “LARGE” are produced simultaneously from those channels and the subwoofer channel. In this playback mode, the low frequency range expand more uniformly through the room, but depending on the size and shape of the room, interference may result in a decrease of the actual volume of the low frequency range.

• When the “NORM” playback mode is selected, the low frequency signal range of channels set to “LARGE” are only produced from those channels. In this playback mode there tends to be little interference of the low frequency range in the room.

•Try playing the music or movie source and select the playback mode providing the stronger low frequency range sound.

Setting the delay time

Input the distances from the listening position to the speakers and set the surround delay time.

Preparations:

Measure the distances from the listening position to the speakers (L1 to L3 on the diagram at the right).

L1: Distance from center speaker to listening position L2: Distance from front speakers to listening position L3: Distance from surround speakers to listening position

CAUTION:

Set the center speaker at the same distance from the front speakers (left and right) or the subwoofer, or so that the difference in distance (L2 – L1) is 1.5 meters or less. Set the surround speakers (left and right) at the same distance from the front speakers (left and right) or the subwoofer, or so that the difference in distance (L2 – L3) is 4.5 meters or less.

Center FRFL

Listening position

NOTE: No setting when “None” has been selected for the center speaker.

NOTE: No setting when “None” has been selected for the surround speakers.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the distance from the center speaker to the listening position.

• The number changes in units of 0.1 meter each time one of the buttons is pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the surround speakers setting.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the distance from the surround speakers to the listening position.

• The number changes in units of 0.1 meter each time one of the buttons is pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to enter the setting and switch the DIGITAL input (COAX) setting.

NOTE: The speaker distance can be adjusted between 0 and 18 meters in steps of 0.1 meter.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the distance from the front speakers and subwoofer to the listening position.

• The number changes in units of 0.1 meter each time one of the buttons is pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance. (“/SW” appears only when subwoofer = yes.)

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the center speaker setting.

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9 COAX DVD

CD DVD TV VCR V.AUX CDR OFF

10 OPT TV

CD DVD TV VCR V.AUX CDR OFF

Setting the Digital In Assignment

Input the type of components connected to the digital input terminals.

NOTE: TUNER cannot be selected.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to assign the input function connected to the COAXIAL input (COAXIAL) terminal.

(Initial)

• Select “OFF” if nothing is connected.

Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch the optical input (OPT) setting.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to assign the input function connected to the OPTICAL input (OPT) terminal.

• Select “OFF” if nothing is connected.

Press the ENTER or (down) button if you want to start the settings over from the beginning.

(left) button (right) button

(Initial)

(left) button (right) button

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Operating DENON audio components

•Turn on the power of the different components before operating them.

Set mode switch 1 to “AUDIO”.

Set mode switch 2 to the position for the component to be

operated. (CD, CDR/MD or Tape deck)

Operate the audio component.

• For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions. While this remote control is compatible with a wide range of infrared controlled components, some

models of components may not be operated with this remote control.

1. CD player (CD) and CD recorder and MD recorder (CDR/MD) system buttons

2. Tape deck (TAPE) system buttons

After setting up the system

This completes the system setup operations. Once the system is set up, there is no need to make the settings again unless other components or speakers are connected to or the speaker layout is changed.

Press the SYSTEM SETUP button to finish system set up.

6, 7 : Manual search

(reverse and forward)

2 : Stop 1 :Play

8, 9 :Auto search (Cue)

3 : Pause

DISC SKIP +: Switch discs

(for CD changers only)

3. Tuner system buttons

NOTE: TUNER can be operated when the switch is at “AUDIO” position.

6 : Rewind 7 : Fast forward

2 : Stop 1 : Forward play 0 : Reverse play

A/B : Switch between sides A and B

SHIFT : Switch preset channel range

CHANNEL +, – : Preset channel (up/down)

TUNING +, – : Frequency (up/down)

BAND : Switch between AM and FM bands MODE : Switch between auto and mono

MEMORY : Preset memory

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Preset memory

DENON and other makes of components can be operated by setting the preset memory. This remote control unit can be used to operate components of other manufacturers without using the learning function by registering the manufacturer of the component as shown on the List of Preset Codes (pages 87~89). Operation is not possible for some models.

NOTES:

• The signals for the pressed buttons are emitted while setting the preset memory. To avoid accidental

• Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function cannot be used for some models, even if

• Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote control code. Refer to the included list of preset

• The preset memory can be set for one component only among the following: CDR/MD, DVD/VDP

The preset codes are as follows upon shipment from the factory and after resetting:

TV, VCR......................................................................HITACHI

CD, TAPE...................................................................DENON

CDR/MD ....................................................................DENON (CDR)

DVD/VDP ...................................................................DENON (DVD)

DBS/CABLE ...............................................................ABC (CABLE)

Set mode switch 1 to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.

Set the AUDIO side for the CD, Tape deck or CDR/MD position, to the VIDEO side for the DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.

Set mode switch 2 to the component to be registered.

Press the ON/SOURCE button and the OFF button at the same time.

• Indicator flash.

Referring to the included List of Preset Codes, use the number buttons to input the preset code (a 3-digit number) for the manufacturer of the component whose signals you want to store in the memory.

To store the codes of another component in the memory, repeat steps 1 to 4.

operation, cover the remote control unit’s transmitting window while setting the preset memory.

they are of makes listed on the included list of preset codes.

codes to change the number and check.

and DBS/CABLE.

Operating component stored in the preset memory

Set mode switch 1 to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.

Set the AUDIO side for the CD, Tape deck or CDR/MD position, to the VIDEO side for the DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.

Set mode switch 2 to the component you want

to operate.

Operate the component.

• For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.

Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit.

1. Digital video disc player (DVD) system buttons

POWER : Power on/standby

(ON/SOURCE)

OFF : DENON DVD power off

6,7 : Manual search

2 : Stop 1 :Play

8,9 : Auto search (to beginning of track)

3 : Pause

0 ~ 9, +10 : 10 key

DISC SKIP + : Disc skip (for DVD changer only)

DISPLAY : Switch display

MENU : Menu

RETURN : Return

SETUP : Setup

ENTER : Enter setting

0, 1

•, ª,

NOTE:

• Some manufacturers use different names for the DVD remote control buttons, so also refer to the instructions on remote control for that component.

(forward and reverse)

: Cursor up, down, left and right

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2. Video disc player (VDP) system buttons

POWER : Power on/standby

(ON/SOURCE)

6,7 : Manual search

2 : Stop 1 :Play

8,9 : Auto search (cue)

3 : Pause

0~9, +10 : 10 key

4. Digital broadcast satellite (DBS) tuner and cable (CABLE) system buttons

POWER : Power on/standby

(ON/SOURCE)

MENU : Menu

RETURN : Return

0, 1

•, ª,

ENTER : Enter

CHANNEL : Switch channels

+, – 0~9, +10 : Channels DISPLAY : Switch display

TV VOL +, – : Volume up/down

(forward and reverse)

: Cursor up, down,

left and right

3. Video deck (VCR) system buttons

POWER : Power

(ON/SOURCE) on/standby

6,7 : Manual search

2 : Stop 1 :Play 3 : Pause

Channel +, – : Channels

5. Monitor TV (TV) system buttons

POWER : Power

(ON/SOURCE) on/standby

MENU : Menu

RETURN : Return

•, ª,

0, 1

ENTER : Enter

CHANNEL : Switch channels

+, – 0~9, +10 : Channels DISPLAY : Switch display

TV/VCR : Switch between

TV VOL +, – : Volume up/down

(forward and reverse)

: Cursor up,

down, left and right

TV and video player

Punch Through

• “Punch Through” is a function allowing you to operate the PLAY, STOP, MANUAL SEARCH and AUTO SEARCH buttons on the CD, TAPE, CDR/MD, DVD/VDP or VCR components when in the DBS/CABLE or TV mode. By default, nothing is set.

Set mode switch 1 to “VIDEO”.

Set mode switch 2 to the component to be

registered (DBS/CABLE or TV).

Press the DVD/VDP power button and the TV

power button at the same time.

• Indicator flash.

Table 1

TAPE

CDR/MD

DVD/VDP

VCR

No setting

Input the number of the component you want to set. (See Table 1)

No.

NOTES:

• For this CD, CDR, MD and TAPE components, buttons can be operated in the same way as for Denon

• The TV can be operated when the switch is at DVD/VDP, VCR, TV position.

audio components (page 12).

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AUTO PCM DTS

OPERATION

Before operating

1 2

Playing the input source

Preparations:

Check that all connections are proper.

Turn on the power.

Press the power operation switch (button).

Input mode selection function

Different input modes can be selected for the different

• ¢ ON/STANDBY

• £ OFF

Select the front speakers.

Press the SPEAKER A or B button turn the speaker on.

• The front speaker A, B setting can be also be

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

The power turns on and power indicator is lit. Several seconds are required from the time the power operation switch is set to the “¢ ON/STANDBY” position until sound is output. This is due to the built-in muting circuit that prevents noise when the power switch is turned on and off. Set the power operation switch to this position to turn the power on and off from the included remote control unit.

The power turns off and power indicator is off. In this position, the power cannot be turned on and off from the remote control unit.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

changed with the SPEAKER button on the remote control unit.

Select the input source to be played.

Example: CD

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Select the input mode.

• Selecting the analog mode Press the ANALOG button to switch to the analog input.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

• Selecting the external input (EXT. IN) mode. Press the EXT. IN (or the EXT. IN button on the remote control unit) to switch the external input.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

• Selecting the AUTO, PCM and DTS modes. The mode switches as shown below each time the INPUT MODE button is pressed.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

input sources. The selected input modes for the separate input sources are stored in the memory. q AUTO (All auto mode)

In this mode, the types of signals being input to the digital and analog input jacks for the selected input source are detected and the program in the AVR1404/484’s surround decoder is selected automatically upon playback. This mode can be selected for all input sources other than TUNER. The presence or absence of digital signals is detected, the signals input to the digital input jacks are identified and decoding and playback are performed automatically in DTS, Dolby Digital or PCM (2 channel stereo) format. If no digital signal is being input, the analog input jacks are selected. Use this mode to play Dolby Digital signals.

w PCM (exclusive PCM signal playback mode)

Decoding and playback are only performed when PCM signals are being input. Note that noise may be generated when using this mode to play signals other than PCM signals.

e DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback mode)

Decoding and playback are only performed when DTS signals are being input.

r ANALOG (exclusive analog audio signal playback

mode) The signals input to the analog input jacks are decoded and played.

t EXT. IN (external decoder input jack selection mode)

The signals being input to the external decoder input jacks are played without passing through the surround circuitry.

NOTE:

• Note that noise will be output when CDs or LDs recorded in DTS format are played in the “PCM” (exclusive PCM signal playback) or “ANALOG” (exclusive analog audio signal playback) mode. Select the AUTO or DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback) mode when playing signals recorded in DTS from a laser disc player.

Notes on playing a source encoded with DTS

• Noise may be generated at the beginning of playback and while searching during DTS playback in the AUTO mode. If so, play in the DTS mode.

• In some rare cases the noise may be generated when you preform the operation to stop playback of a DTS-CD or DTS-LD.

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ANALOGDIGITAL

DIGITAL

ANALOG

AUTO

PCM

DTS

INPUT

AUTO

PCM

DTS

INPUT

AUTO

PCM

DTS

INPUT

AUTO

PCM

DTS

INPUT

SIGNAL

DIGITAL

SIGNAL

BASS TREBLE

PHONES

Select the play mode.

Press the SURROUND MODE button, then turn the SELECT knob.

Example: Stereo

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, channel volume or tone control, press the surround mode button then

(Main unit)

operate the selector.

Start playback on the selected component.

• For operating instructions, refer to the component’s manual.

Adjust the volume.

The volume level is displayed on the master volume level display.

(Main unit) (Remote control

unit)

The volume can be adjusted within the range of –60 to 0 to 18 dB, in steps of 1 dB. However, when the channel level is set as described on page 18, if the volume for any channel is set at +1 dB or greater, the volume cannot be adjusted up to 18 dB. (In this case the maximum volume is adjusted to “18 dB — (Maximum value of channel level)”.)

Input mode when playing DTS sources

• Noise will be output if DTS-compatible CDs or LDs are played in the “ANALOG” or “PCM” mode. When playing DTS-compatible sources, be sure to connect the source component to the digital input jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) and set the input mode to “DTS”.

Input mode display

• In the AUTO mode

One of these lights, depending on the input signal.

• In the DIGITAL PCM mode

• In the DIGITAL DTS mode

• In the ANALOG mode

Input signal display

• DOLBY DIGITAL

• DTS

• PCM

The indicator lights when digital signals

DIGITAL

are being input properly. If the indicator

DIGITAL

does not light, check whether the digital input component setup (page 12) and connections are correct and whether the component’s power is turned on.

NOTE:

• The indicator will light when playing

DIGITAL

CD-ROMs containing data other than audio signals, but no sound will be heard.

After starting playback

[1] Adjusting the sound quality (tone)

The tone switches as follows each time the

TONE CONTROL button is pressed.

(Main unit)

With the name of the volume to

be adjusted selected, turn the SELECT knob to adjust the level.

(Main unit)

•To increase the bass or treble: Turn the control clockwise. (The bass or treble sound can be increased to up to +10 dB in steps of 2 dB.)

•To decrease the bass or treble: Turn the control counterclockwise. (The bass or treble sound can be decreased to up to –10 dB in steps of 2 dB.)

[2] Listening over headphones

Connect the headphones to

the PHONES jack of the front panel.

Press the SPEAKER A or B

button turn the speaker off.

(Main unit)

CAUTION: No sound is produced from the

[3] Turning the sound off temporarily (muting)

headphones when speakers A or B are turned on.

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If you do not want the bass and treble to be

adjusted, turn on the tone defeat mode.

The signals do not pass through the bass and treble adjustment circuits, providing

(Main unit)

higher quality sound.

NOTE:

To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using headphones.

Use this to turn off the audio

output temporarily. Press the MUTING button.

Cancelling MUTING mode.

•Press the MUTING button again.

• Muting will also be cancelled when MASTER VOL is adjusted up or down.

(Remote control unit)

2 1

[4]

BRIGHT MEDIUM

OFF

DIM

2 1

Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image

Simulcast playback

Use this switch to monitor a video source other than the audio source. Press the VIDEO SELECT button repeatedly until the desired source appears on the display.

Cancelling simulcast playback.

• Select “SOURCE” using the VIDEO SELECT button.

• Switch the program source to the component connected to the video input jacks.

[5]

Checking the currently playing program source, etc.

Front panel display

• Descriptions of the unit’s operations are also displayed on the front panel display. In addition, the display can be switched to check the unit’s operating status while playing a source by pressing the STATUS button.

Using the dimmer function

• Use this to change the brightness of the display. The display brightness changes in four steps (bright, medium, dim and off) by pressing the main unit’s DIMMER button repeatedly.

(Main unit)

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

(Remote control unit)

(Main unit)

(Remote control unit)

(for TAIWAN R.O.C., CHINA model)

Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) jacks

Set the external input (EXT. IN) mode.

Press the EXT. IN button to switch the external input.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Once this is selected, the input signals connected to the FL (front left), FR (front right), C (center), SL (surround left) and SR (surround right) channels of the EXT. IN jacks are output directly to the front (left and right), center, surround (left and right) speaker systems without passing through the surround circuitry. In addition, the signal input to the SW (subwoofer) jack is output to the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack.

Cancelling the external input mode

To cancel the external input (EXT. IN) setting, press the INPUT MODE (AUTO, PCM, DTS) or ANALOG button to switch to the desired input mode. (See page 15.)

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

• When the input mode is set to the external input (EXT. IN), the play mode (STEREO, DOLBY/DTS SURROUND, 5CH STEREO or DSP SIMULATION) cannot be selected.

NOTES:

•In play modes other than the external input mode, the signals connected to EXT. IN jacks cannot be played. In addition, signals cannot be output from channels not connected to the input jacks.

• The external input mode can be set for any input source. To watch video while listening to sound, select the input source to which the video signal is connected, then set this mode.

Recording the program source (recording the source currently being monitored)

Follow step 1 to 3 under “Playing the input

source”.

Start recording on the tape or video deck.

For instructions, refer to the component’s operating instructions.

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Simultaneous recording

The signals of the source selected with the function selector button are output simultaneously to the CDR/TAPE and VCR AUDIO OUT jacks. If a total of two tape and/or video decks are connected and set to the recording mode, the same source can be recorded simultaneously on every decks.

NOTES:

• The AUDIO IN’s signal selected with the function selector button are output to the CDR/TAPE and VCR AUDIO OUT jacks.

• Digital signals are not output from the audio output jack.

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2, 3

FL CNTR FR SR SL

2 1

5, 74, 61 2

4, 6

5, 7

SURROUND

Before playing with the surround function

• Before playing with the surround function, be sure to use the test tones to adjust the playback level from each speakers. This adjustment can be performed from the remote control unit, as (described) below.

• The adjustment with the test tones is only effective in the DOLBY/DTS SURROUND modes. The adjusted playback levels for the different surround modes are automatically stored in the memory of each surround modes.

Set the DOLBY/DTS SURROUND (Dolby Pro

Logic II or Dolby Digital or DTS) modes.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Press the TEST TONE button.

(Remote control unit)

Test tones are output from the different speakers. Use the channel volume adjust buttons to adjust so that the volume of the test tones is the same for all the speakers.

NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO”

position of the slide switch on the remote control unit.

(Remote control unit)

• After adjusting using the test tones, adjust the channel levels either according to the playback sources or to suit your tastes, as (described) below.

Select the speaker whose level you want to

adjust.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

The channel switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO”

position of the slide switch on the remote control unit.

Adjust the level of the selected speaker.

Default setting of channel level is 0 dB. The level of the selected speaker can be adjusted

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Only adjustable when the channel is selected with the CH VOL buttons on the main unit.

within the range of +12 to –12 dB.

After completing the adjustment, press the

TEST TONE button again.

(Remote control unit)

Dolby Surround Pro Logic IImode

Select the function to which the component

you want to play is connected.

Example: DVD

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

The Dolby Surround Pro Logic II Cinema or Music mode can be chosen directly by pressing the CINEMA or MUSIC button on the remote control unit during playback in the Dolby Surround Pro Logic II mode.

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MODE musicMODE cinemaMODE DOLBY PL

MODE Dolby PL

CINEMA EQ

DEFAULT

MODE CINEMA

CINEMA EQ

DEFAULT

MODE MUSIC

PANORAMA

DIMENSION

CENTER WIDTH

DEFAULT

ON OFF

or or

CINEMA EQ OFF

ON OFF

or or

PANORAMA OFF

0 3 6

or or

DIMENSION 3

CENTER WIDTH 3

4 7

or or

YES Y/N NO

or or

DEFAULT Y/N

1 1 3

4, 5, 6, 7, 8

5, 6, 7, 8

DIGITAL

Select the Dolby Surround Pro Logic II mode.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

• The Dolby Pro Logic indicator lights.

Display Light

Play a program source with the

mark.

• For operating instructions, refer to the manuals of the respective components.

Set the surround parameter mode.

Display

MODE cinema

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

To perform this operation from the remote control unit, check that the mode selector switch is set to “AUDIO”.

Select the optimum mode for the source.

Set the various surround parameters.

• CINEMA EQ setting

•PANORAMA setting

• DIMENSION setting

• CENTER WIDTH setting

• DEFAULT setting

Surround parameters q Pro Logic II Mode:

The Cinema mode is for use with stereo television shows and all programs encoded in Dolby Surround. The Music mode is recommended as the standard mode for autosound music systems (no video), and is optional for A/V systems. The Dolby PL mode offers the same robust surround processing as original Pro Logic in case the source contents is not of optimum quality. Select one of the modes (“Cinema”, “Music” or “Dolby PL”).

Panorama Control:

This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting “wraparound” effect with side wall imaging. Select “OFF” or “ON”.

Dimension Control:

This control gradually adjust the soundfield either towards the front or towards the rear. The control can be set in 7 steps from 0 to 6.

Center Width Control:

This control adjust the center image so it may be heard only from the center speaker; only from the left/right speakers as a phantom image; or from all three front speakers to varying degrees. The control can be set in 8 steps from 0 to 7.

Dolby Digital mode (only with digital input) and DTS Surround (only with digital input)

Select the input source.

Playback with a digital input

q Select an input source set to digital

(COAXIAL/OPTICAL) (see page 12).

Example: DVD

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

w Set the input mode to “AUTO” or “DTS”.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Set the surround parameters according to the

mode.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

• The mode switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

Select “Yes” to reset to the factory defaults.

Press the surround parameter button to switch to the CINEMA EQ, PANORAMA setting.

Stop pressing buttons once you have completed setting the surround parameters. After several seconds the normal display reappears and the settings you have made are automatically set.

NOTE:

• When making parameter settings, the display will return to the regular condition several seconds after the last button was pressed and the setting will be completed.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Select the Dolby/DTS Surround mode.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Play a program source with the ,

mark.

• The Dolby Digital indicator lights

Light

when playing Dolby Digital sources.

• The DTS indicator lights when

Light

playing DTS sources.

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CINEMA EQ OFF

OFF

D.COMP. OFF

OFF LOW MID HIGH

LFE 0dB

-10dB

-5dB 0dB

DEFAULT Y/N

YES

Y/N NO

(Remote control unit)

Set the surround parameter according to the source. First, press the SURROUND PARAMETER button.

NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO” position of the slide switch on the

remote control unit.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the CINEMA EQ.

(Initial)

(left) button (right) button

Press the SURROUND PARAMETER or (down) button to switch to the D. COMP. setting.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the D. COMP.

(Initial)

(left) button (right) button

Press the SURROUND PARAMETER or (down) button to switch to the LFE setting.

NOTE: This parameter is not displayed during DTS playback.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the LFE level.

(Initial)

NOTE:

• When making parameter settings, the display will return to the regular condition several seconds after the last button was pressed and the setting will be completed.

Surround parameters w CINEMA EQ. (Cinema Equalizer):

The Cinema EQ function gently decreases the level of the extreme high frequencies, compensating for overly-bright sounding motion picture soundtracks. Select this function if the sound from the front speakers is too bright. This function only works in the Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital and DTS Surround modes.

D.COMP. (Dynamic Range Compression):

Motion picture soundtracks have tremendous dynamic range (the contrast between very soft and very loud sounds). For listening late at night, or whenever the maximum sound level is lower than usual, the Dynamic Range Compression allows you to hear all of the sounds in the soundtrack (but with reduced dynamic range). (This only works when playing program sources recorded in Dolby Digital.) Select one of the four parameters (“OFF”, “LOW”, “MID” (middle) or “HIGH” (high)). Set to OFF for normal listening.

LFE (Low Frequency Effect):

Program source and adjustment range

1. Dolby Digital: –10 dB to 0 dB

2. DTS Surround: –10 dB to 0 dB

When Dolby Digital encoded software is played, it is recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to 0 dB for correct Dolby Digital playback.

When DTS encoded movie software is played, it is recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to 0 dB for correct DTS playback.

When DTS encoded music software is played, it is recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to

-10 dB for correct DTS playback.

(Remote control unit)

(left) button (right) button

• The level can be adjusted in units of 1 dB from –10 to 0 dB. Set to the desired level according to the speaker systems being used and the source to be played.

Press the SURROUND PARAMETER or (down) button to switch to the default setting.

To reset the settings to the factory defaults, use the (left) and (right) to display “Yes”.

(left) button (right) button

Press the SURROUND PARAMETER or (down) button to switch to the CINEMA EQ. setting.

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MONO MOVIE ROCK ARENA

JAZZ CLUBVIDEO GAME

MATRIX

ROOM SIZE

EFFECT

DEFAULT

EFFECT LEVEL

DEFAULT

DELAY

DEFAULT

• ROCK ARENA

• JAZZ CLUB

• VIDEO GAME

• MONO MOVIE

• MATRIX • VIRTUAL

ROOM SIZE MED

LARGEMED-LMEDMED-SSMALL

EFFECT LEVEL 10

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DSP SURROUND SIMULATION

• This unit is equipped with a high performance DSP (Digital Signal Processor) which uses digital signal processing to synthetically recreate the sound field. One of 7 preset surround modes can be selected according to the program source and the parameters can be adjusted according to the conditions in the listening room to achieve a more realistic, powerful sound. These surround modes can also be used for program sources not recorded in Dolby Surround Pro Logic or Dolby Digital.

Surround modes and their features

In this mode, the signals of the front left channel are output from the left surround channel, the signals of the front right channel are output from the right surround

5CH STEREO

MONO MOVIE

(NOTE 1)

ROCK ARENA

JAZZ CLUB

VIDEO GAME

MATRIX

channel, and the same (in-phase) component of the left and right channels is output from the center channel. This mode provides all speaker surround sound, but without directional steering effects, and works with any stereo program source.

Select this when watching monaural movies for a greater sense of expansion.

Use this mode to achieve the feeling of a live concert in an arena with reflected sounds coming from all directions.

This mode creates the sound field of a live house with a low ceiling and hard walls. This mode gives jazz a very vivid realism.

Use this to enjoy video game sources.

Select this to emphasize the sense of expansion for music sources recorded in stereo. Signals consisting of the difference component of the input signals (the component that provides the sense of expansion) processed for delay are output from the surround channel.

DSP surround simulation

•To operate the surround mode and surround parameters from the remote control unit.

Select the surround mode for the input channel.

(Remote control unit)

The surround mode switches in the following order each time the DSP SIMULATION button is pressed:

(Remote control unit)

To enter the surround parameter setting mode, press the SURROUND PARAMETER button.

• The surround parameter switches in the following order each time the SURROUND PARAMETER button is pressed for the different surround modes.

VIRTUAL

Depending on the program source being played, the effect may not be very noticeable. In this case, try other surround modes, without worrying about their names, to create a sound field suited to your tastes.

NOTE 1: When playing sources recorded in monaural, the sound will be one-sided if signals are only input to

one channel (left or right), so input signals to both channels. If you have a source component with only one audio output (monophonic camcorder, etc.) obtain a “Y” adaptor cable to split the mono output to two outputs, and connect to the L and R inputs.

NOTE:

Only the STEREO mode can be used when playing PCM signals with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz (such as from DVD-Video discs that contain 24 bit, 96 kHz audio). If such signals are input during playback in one of the other surround modes, the mode automatically switches to STEREO. If the DTS signals are input during playback in VIRTUAL surround mode, the mode automatically switches to STEREO.

Personal Memory Plus

This set is equipped with a personal memorize function that automatically memorizes the surround modes and input modes selected for the input different sources. When the input source is switched, the modes set for that source last time it was used are automatically recalled.

The surround parameters, tone control settings and playback level balance for the different output channels are memorized for each surround mode.

Select this mode to enjoy a virtual sound field, produced from the front 2-channel speakers.

(Remote control unit)

(1) ROOM SIZE

(Remote control unit)

(2) EFFECT LEVEL

(Remote control unit)

Display the parameter you want to adjust, then use the (left) and (right) buttons to set it.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the room size.

(Initial)

(left) button (right) button

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the effect level.

(Initial)

(left) button (right) button

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STEREO DOLBY PRO LOGIC II

5CH STEREO

MONO MOVIE

JAZZ CLUB ROCK ARENAVIDEO GAMEMATRIXVIRTUAL SURROUND

STEREO DOLBY PRO LOGIC II

5CH STEREO

MONO MOVIE

JAZZ CLUB ROCK ARENAVIDEO GAMEMATRIXVIRTUAL SURROUND

DELAY 30ms

110ms30ms0ms

D.COMP. OFF

OFF LOW MID HIGH

LFE 0dB

-10dB

-5dB 0dB

DEFAULT Y/N

NOY/NYES

(3) DELAY TIME

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the delay time.

(Initial)

(Remote control unit)

(left) button (right) button

(4) D. COMP.

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the D. COMP.

(Initial)

(Remote control unit)

(left) button (right) button

NOTE: This parameter is displayed during DOLBY DIGITAL playback.

(5) LFE

Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the LFE.

(Initial)

(Remote control unit)

(left) button (right) button

NOTE: This parameter is displayed during DOLBY DIGITAL playback.

(6) DEFAULT

To reset the settings to the factory defaults, use the (left) and (right) buttons to display “Yes”.

(Remote control unit)

(left) button (right) button

Press the surround parameter button to switch to the ROOM SIZE, DELAY, EFFECT LEVEL setting.

• Operating the surround mode and surround parameters from the main unit‘s panel.

Turn the SELECT knob to select the surround

mode.

(Main unit)

• When turned clockwise

• When turned counterclockwise

To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, channel volume or tone control, press the SURROUND MODE button then operate the selector.

(Main unit)

Display the parameter you want to adjust, then turn the SELECT knob to set it.

NOTE:

• When playing PCM digital signals or analog signals in the 5CH STEREO, ROCK ARENA, JAZZ CLUB, VIDEO GAME, MONO MOVIE or MATRIX surround modes and the input signal switches to a digital signal encoded in Dolby Digital, the Dolby surround mode switches automatically. When the input signal switches to a DTS signal, the mode automatically switches to DTS surround.

Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button. Press and hold in the surround parameter button to select the parameter you want to set.

• The parameters which can be set differ for the different surround modes. (Refer to “Surround Modes and Parameters” on page 23.)

NOTE: When making parameter settings, the display will return to the regular condition several seconds

after the last button was pressed and the setting will be completed.

Surround parameters e

ROOM SIZE:

This sets the size of the sound field. There are five settings: “small”, “med.s” (medium-small), “medium”, “med.l” (medium-large) and “large”. “small” recreates a small sound field, “large” a large sound field.

EFFECT LEVEL:

This sets the strength of the surround effect. The level can be set in 15 steps from 1 to 15. When the surround mode is set to “VIRTUAL”, the effect level can be set in steps from 1 to 10. Lower the level if the sound seems distorted.

DELAY TIME:

In the matrix mode only, the delay time can be set within the range of 0 to 110 ms.

2 Surround modes and parameters

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Mode Front L/R

STEREO

EXTERNAL INPUT

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II

DOLBY DIGITAL

DTS SURROUND

5CH STEREO

ROCK ARENA

JAZZ CLUB

VIDEO GAME

MONO MOVIE

MATRIX

VIRTUAL

C: Signal E: No signal B: Tu rned on or off by speaker configuration

setting

Channel output

CENTER

Signals and adjustability in the different modes

When

playing

Dolby

SURROUND

L/R

SUB-

WOOFER

Digital

Signals

C: Able E: Unable

* Only for 2 ch contents.

When

playing

DTS

signals

When

playing

PCM

signals

(96k)

C (C)

When

playing

ANALOG

signals

Mode

STEREO

EXTERNAL INPUT

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II

DOLBY DIGITAL

DTS SURROUND

5CH STEREO

ROCK ARENA

JAZZ CLUB

VIDEO GAME

MONO MOVIE

MATRIX

VIRTUAL

SURROUND PARAMETER

ROOM

CONTROL

(Medium)

SIZE

TONE

(0dB)

C: Adjustable E: Not adjustable

Signals and adjustability in the different modes

Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses)

PRO LOGIC II

MUSIC MODE ONLY

DELAY

LEVEL

(30msec)

TIME

MODE

PANORAMA

DIMENSION

(CINEMA)

(OFF)

(3)

EFFECT

(10)

CENTER

WIDE

(0)

Dolby Digital

signals

D. COMP LFE

CINEMA

EQ.

(OFF)

(OFF))

(OFF)

LFE

(0dB)

—

(0dB)

DTS

signals

(0dB)

—

(0dB)

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LISTENING TO THE RADIO

Auto preset memory

This unit is equipped with a function for automatically searching for FM broadcast stations and storing them in the preset memory.

When the main unit’s power operation switch

turn on while pressing the set’s PRESET D button the unit automatically begins searching for FM broadcast stations.

(Main unit)

When the first FM broadcast station is found,

that station is stored in the preset memory at channel A1. Subsequent stations are automatically stored in order at preset channels A2 to A8, B1 to B8, C1 to C8, D1 to D8 and E1 to E8, for a maximum of 40 stations.

Channel A1 is tuned in after the auto preset

memory operation is completed.

NOTES:

•If an FM station cannot be preset automatically due to poor reception, use the “Manual tuning” operation to tune in the station, then preset it using the manual “Preset memory” operation.

•To interrupt this function, press the power operation switch.

Auto tuning

Set the input source to “TUNER”.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Watching the display, press the BAND button

to select the desired band (AM or FM).

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Press the MODE button to set the auto tuning

mode.

(Remote control unit)

Press the TUNING D (+) or H (–) button.

• Automatic searching begins, then stops when a station is tuned in.

Lit

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

2 DEFAULT VALUE

AUTO TUNER PRESETS

A1 ~ A8 87.5/89.1/98.1/108/90.1/90.1/90.1/90.1 MHz

B1 ~ B8 522/603/999/1404/1611 kHz/90.1/90.1/90.1 MHz

C1 ~ C8 90.1 MHz

D1 ~ D8 90.1 MHz

E1 ~ E8 90.1 MHz

NOTE:

• When in the auto tuning mode on the FM band, the “STEREO” indicator lights on the display when a stereo broadcast is tuned in. At open frequencies, the noise is muted and the “TUNED” and “STEREO” indicators turn off.

Manual tuning

Set the input source to “TUNER”.

Watching the display, press the BAND button

to select the desired band (AM or FM).

NOTE:

• When the manual tuning mode is set, FM stereo broadcasts are received in monaural and the “STEREO” indicator turns off.

Press the MODE button to set the manual

tuning mode. Check that the display’s “AUTO” indicator turns off.

Press the TUNING D (+) or H (–) button to tune

in the desired station. The frequency changes continuously when the button is held in.

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NEWS

AFFAIRS

INFO

SPORT

EDUCATE

ROCK M

EASY M

LIGHT M

CLASSICS

OTHER M

PHONE IN

TRAVEL

LEISURE

JAZZ

COUNTRY

DRAMA

CULTURE

SCIENCE

VARIED

POP M

WEATHER

FINANCE

CHILDREN

SOCIAL

RELIGION

NATION M

OLDIES

FOLK M

DOCUMENT

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Preset stations

Preparations:

Use the “Auto tuning” or “Manual tuning” operation to tune in the station to be preset in the memory.

(Remote control unit)

Press the SHIFT button and select the desired

memory block (A to E).

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO”

position of the slide switch on the remote control unit.

Press the MEMORY button.

Press the PRESET D (+) or H (–) button to

select the desired preset channel (1 to 8).

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

(Remote control unit)

To preset other channels, repeat steps 1 to 4. A total of 40 broadcast stations can be preset – 8 stations (channels 1 to 8) in each of blocks A to E.

Press the MEMORY button again to store the station in the preset memory.

Recalling preset stations

Watching the display, press the SHIFT button to

select the preset memory block.

RDS (Radio Data System)

Models for China and Taiwan R.O.C. are not equipped with the RDS function. Note that the RDS function only works when receiving RDS compatible stations.

RDS (works only on the FM band) is a broadcasting service which allows station to send additional information along with the regular radio program signal. The following three types of RDS information can be received on this unit:

2 Program Type (PTY)

PTY identifies the type of RDS program. The program types and their displays are as follows:

News

Current Affairs

Information

Sports

Education

Drama

Culture

Science

Varied

Pop Music

2 Traffic Program (TP)

TP identifies programs that carry traffic announcements. This allows you to easily find out the latest traffic conditions in your area before you leaving home.

2 Radio Text (RT)

RT allows the RDS station to send text messages that appear on the display.

NOTE: The operations described below using the RDS, PTY and RT buttons will not function in areas in which

there are no RDS broadcasts.

Rock Music

Easy Listening Music

Light Classical

Serious Classical

Other Music

Weather

Finance

Children’s programmes

Social Affairs

Religion

Phone In

Travel

Leisure

Jazz Music

Country Music

National Music

Oldies Music

Folk Music

Documentary

RDS search

Use this function to automatically tune to FM stations that provide RDS service.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO”

position of the slide switch on the remote control unit.

Watching the display, press the PRESET D (+)

or H (–) button to select the desired preset channel.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Set the input source to “TUNER”.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Press the RDS button until

“RDS SEARCH” appears on the display.

(Main unit)

Press the PRESET D (+) or H (–) button to

automatically begin the RDS search operation.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

If no RDS stations is found with above operation, all the reception band are searched.

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‘‘ RT’’

When a broadcast station is found, that

station's name appears on the display.

To continue searching, repeat step 3.

If no other RDS station is found when all the frequencies are searched, “NO RDS” is displayed.

PTY search

Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting a designated program type (PTY). For a description of each program type, refer to “Program Type (PTY)”.

Set the input source to “TUNER”.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Press the RDS button until

“PTY SEARCH” appears on the display.

(Main unit)

Watching the display, press

the PTY button to call out the desired program type.

(Main unit)

Press the PRESET D (+) or H (–) button to

automatically begin the PTY search operation.

TP search

Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting traffic program (TP stations).

Set the input source to “TUNER”.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Press the RDS button until “TP

SEARCH” appears on the display.

(Main unit)

Press the PRESET D (+) or H (–) button TP

search begins.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

If no TP station is found with above operation, all the reception bands are searched.

The station name is displayed on the display

after searching stops.

To continue searching, repeat step 3.

If no other TP station is found when all the frequencies are searched, “NO PROGRAMME” is displayed.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

If there is no station broadcasting the designated program type with above operation, all the reception bands are searched.

The station name is displayed on the display

after searching stops.

To continue searching, repeat step 4.

If no other station broadcasting the designated program type is found when all the frequencies are searched, “NO PROGRAMME” is displayed.

RT (Radio Text)

“RT” appears on the display when radio text data is received. When the RT button is pressed while receiving an RDS broadcast station, the text data broadcast from the station is displayed. To turn the display off, press the RT button again. If no text data is being broadcast, “NO TEXT DATA” is displayed.

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LAST FUNCTION MEMORY

• This unit is equipped with a last function memory which stores the input and output setting conditions as they were immediately before the power is switched off.

• The unit is also equipped with a back-up memory. This function provides approximately one week of memory storage when the main unit’s power operation switch is off and with the power cord disconnected.

INITIALIZATION OF THE MICROPROCESSOR

When the indication of the display is not normal or when the operation of the unit does not shows the reasonable result, the initialization of the microprocessor is required by the following procedure.

Switch off the unit using the main unit’s power

operation switch.

Hold the following SPEAKER A button and B

button, and turn the main unit’s power operation switch on.

Check that the entire display is flashing with an

interval of about 1 second, and release your fingers from the 2 buttons and the microprocessor will be initialized.

NOTES:

• If step 3 does not work, start over from step 1.

• If the microprocessor has been reset, all the button settings are reset to the default values (the values set upon shipment from the factory).

Turning on the main unit’s power from the standby mode without using the remote control unit

•Press the power switch on the main unit while pressing the INPUT MODE button on the main unit’s panel

to turn on the power.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Speaker setting examples

Here we describe a number of speaker settings for different purposes. Use these examples as guides to set up your system according to the type of speakers used and the main usage purpose.

(1) Basic setting

Use this setting if your main purpose is to listen to movie music and when using one set (two speakers) of regular single-way or two-way speakers as the surround speakers.

Front speakers Center speaker

Monitor

Subwoofer

60°

120°

Surround speakers

As seen from above

(2) Using diffusion type speakers for the surround speakers

For the greatest sense of surround sound envelopment, diffuse radiation speakers such as bipolar types, or dipolar types, provide a wider dispersion than is possible to obtain from a direct radiating speaker (monopolar). Place these speakers at either side of the prime listening position, mounted above ear level.

Path of the surround sound from the speakers to the listening position

As seen from above

• Set the front speakers with their front surfaces as flush with the TV or monitor screen as possible. Set the center speaker between the front left and right speakers and no further from the listening position than the front speakers.

• Consult the owner’s manual for your subwoofer for advice on placing the subwoofer within the listening room.

• If the surround speakers are direct-radiating (monopolar) then place them slightly behind and at an angle to the listening position and parallel to the walls at a position 60 to 90 centimeters (2 to 3 feet) above ear level at the prime listening position.

• Set the front speakers, center speaker and subwoofer in the same positions as in example (1).

• Set the surround speakers directly at the sides of the listening position and 60 to 90 centimeters (2 to 3 feet) above ear level.

• The signals from the surround channels reflect off the walls as shown on the diagram at the left, creating an enveloping and realistic surround sound presentation.

Surround speaker

Front speaker

60 to 90 cm

As seen from the side

Surround speaker

Front speaker

As seen from the side

60 to 90 cm

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Surround

The AVR-1404/484 is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie theater.

Dolby Surround

(1) Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital is the multi-channel digital signal format developed by Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Digital consists of up to “5.1” channels - front left, front right, center, surround left, surround right, and an additional channel exclusively reserved for additional deep bass sound effects (the Low Frequency Effects – LFE – channel, also called the “.1” channel, containing bass frequencies of up to 120 Hz). Unlike the analog Dolby Pro Logic format, Dolby Digital’s main channels can all contain full range sound information, from the lowest bass, up to the highest frequencies – 22 kHz. The signals within each channel are distinct from the others, allowing pinpoint sound imaging, and Dolby Digital offers tremendous dynamic range from the most powerful sound effects to the quietest, softest sounds, free from noise and distortion.

Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic

Comparison of home surround systems

No. recorded channels (elements)

No. playback channels

Playback channels (max.)

Audio processing

High frequency playback limit of surround channel

Digital discrete processing Dolby Digital encoding/decoding

2 Dolby Digital compatible media and playback methods

Marks indicating Dolby Digital compatibility: .

The following are general examples. Also refer to the player’s operating instructions.

Media

LD (VDP)

Coaxial Dolby Digital RF output jack

Dolby Digital

5.1 ch

L, R, C, SL, SR, SW

20 kHz

Dolby Digital output jacks

Dolby Pro Logic

2 ch

4 ch

L, R, C, S (SW - recommended)

Analog matrix processing Dolby Surround

7 kHz

Playback method (reference page)

Set the input mode to “AUTO”.

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(2) Dolby Pro Logic II

• Dolby Pro Logic II is a new multi-channel playback format developed by Dolby Laboratories using

feedback logic steering technology and offering improvements over conventional Dolby Pro Logic circuits.

• Dolby Pro Logic II can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Surround ( ) but also

regular stereo sources into five channels (front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right) to achieve surround sound.

• Whereas with conventional Dolby Pro Logic the surround channel playback frequency band was limited,

Dolby Pro Logic II offers a wider band range (20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater). In addition, the surround channels were monaural (the surround left and right channels were the same) with previous Dolby Pro Logic, but Dolby Pro Logic II they are played as stereo signals.

•Various parameters can be set according to the type of source and the contents, so it is possible to achieve optimum decoding (see page 18).

Sources recorded in Dolby Surround These are sources in which three or more channels of surround have been recorded as two channels of signals using Dolby Surround encoding technology. Dolby Surround is used for the sound tracks of movies recorded on DVDs, LDs and video cassettes to be played on stereo VCRs, as well as for the stereo broadcast signals of FM radio, TV, satellite broadcasts and cable TV. Decoding these signals with Dolby Pro Logic makes it possible to achieve multi-channel surround playback. The signals can also be played on ordinary stereo equipment, in which case they provide normal stereo sound.

There are two types of DVD Dolby surround recording signals.

q 2-channel PCM stereo signals w 2-channel Dolby Digital signals

When either of these signals is input to the AVR-1404/484, the surround mode is automatically set to Dolby Pro Logic

II when the “DOLBY/DTS SURROUND” mode is selected.

2 Sources recorded in Dolby Surround are indicated with the logo mark shown below.

Dolby Surround support mark:

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

(satellite broadcasts, CATV, etc.)

1 Please use a commercially available adapter when connecting the Dolby Digital RF output jack of the

LD player to the digital input jack. Please refer to the instruction manual of the adapter when making connection.

2 Some DVD digital outputs have the function of switching the Dolby Digital signal output method

between “bit stream” and “(convert to) PCM”. When playing in Dolby Digital surround on the AVR1404/484, switch the DVD player’s output mode to “bit stream”. In some cases players are equipped with both “bit stream + PCM” and “PCM only” digital outputs. In this case connect the “bit stream + PCM” jacks to the AVR-1404/484.

DVD

Others

Optical or coaxial digital output

(same as for PCM) 2

Optical or coaxial digital output

(same as for PCM)

Set the input mode to “AUTO”.

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