Denon AVR-5700 User Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-5700

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

DSP

SIMULATION

MASTER VOLUME

REMOTE SENSOR

ON / STANDBY

ON / STANDBY

OFF

INPUT SELECTOR

TAPE-2 MON

HOME

THX CINEMA

VOLUME LEVEL

TUNER DVD VDP TV / DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 V. AUX MD / TAPE-1 TAPE-2 MONPHONO

SURROUND SPEAKER

CDBA

LCR

SLSSR

CH INDICATOR

LOCK

LFE

PHONES

BASS

TREBLE

DIRECT

INPUT MODE

STEREO

ANALOG

DOLBY / DTS
SURROUND

WIDE

SCREEN

5CH

STEREO

SURROUND MODE

CHANNEL VOLUME

SELECT

6CH

EXT. IN

VIDEO

SELECT

TONE

DEFEAT

DIMMER

PANEL

MODE

DOWN UP

SOURCE

INPUT

REC / MULTI

DVD

START LEARNED/TX

HOME THX CINEMA

TUNING

BAND

TITLE

MENU/GUIDE

MODE

MEMORY

USE/LEARN T.TONE MULTI SET UP

RETURN

PANEL

DISPLAY

ON SCREEN

DOLBY / DTS
SURROUND

DIRECT

DSP SIMULATION

5CH STEREO STEREO

INPUT MODE

ANALOG EXT.IN

MUTING

MASTER VOL.

VOLUME DISC SKIP+

SYSTEM CALL POWER

VDP TUNER SHIFT

TV/DBS V.AUX PHONO

VCR-1 CD

MD / TAPE-1

CHANNEL

VCR-2

TAPE-2 MON

TV/VCR

AVR/AVC VIDEO DVD TV

AUDIO

VDP VCR

CDMDLOCK

DECK

SYSTEM

SETUP

SURROUND
PARAMETER

CH SELECT

SELECT

RC-853

123
4

SET

A / B

CALL OFF

ENTER

ON / SOURCE

56
789
+10

0

AVR-5700

PRECISION AUDIO COMPONENT / AV SURROUND RECEIVER

“SERIAL NO.

PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE
CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE”

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We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-5700.

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To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-5700 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.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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.

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS
THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE
EXPOSURE.

ATTENTION

POUR PREVENIR LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE
FICHE POLARISEE AVEC UN PROLONGATEUR UNE PRISE DE COURANT
OU UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT
ETRE INSEREES A FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE A
DECOUVERT.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION

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

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

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

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

• Do not let foreign objects in the set.

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

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

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

• Never disassemble or modify the set in any
way.

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

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

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

* (For sets with ventilation holes)

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.

• 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.

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 appliance is
operated.

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

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

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

5. Water and Moisture – The appliance should not be used
near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, and the like.

6. Carts and Stands – The appliance should be used only with
a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.

6A. An appliance and cart

combination should be
moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven
surfaces may cause
the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.

7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The appliance should be
mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.

8. Ventilation – The appliance should be situated so that its
location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be
situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may
block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in
installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may
impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.

9. Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

10. Power Sources – The appliance should be connected to a
power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the appliance.

11. Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be taken so
that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is
not defeated.

12. 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
appliance.

14. Cleaning – The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.

15. Power Lines – An outdoor antenna should be located away
from power lines.

16. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna is
connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna 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.

17. Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the appliance should
be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long
period of time.

18. Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that
objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the
enclosure through openings.

19. Damage Requiring Service – The appliance should be
serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged;

or

B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the

appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure

damaged.

20. Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the
appliance beyond that described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
qualified service personnel.

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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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-5700 Digital Surround A / V 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 ……………………………………………………………………4

Cautions on Installation …………………………………………………………4

Cautions on Handling ……………………………………………………………5

Features …………………………………………………………………………5

Connections …………………………………………………………………6~13

Part Names and Functions ………………………………………………14, 15

Setting up the system ……………………………………………………16~27

Remote Control Unit ………………………………………………………28~36

Operation …………………………………………………………………36~42

Surround ……………………………………………………………………43~47

DSP Surround Simulation…………………………………………………48~51

Listening to the Radio ……………………………………………………52~54

Last Function Memory…………………………………………………………54

Initialization of the Microprocessor …………………………………………54

Troubleshooting ………………………………………………………………55

Additional Information ……………………………………………………56~61

Specifications …………………………………………………………………62

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ACCESSORIES

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 AC cord.................……1

T Remote control unit Y R6P/AA batteries….....2 U AM loop antenna…...1 I FM indoor antenna…........1 O FM antenna adaptor….1

(RC-853)………………… ..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.

• 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.

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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.

10 cm or more

2 10 cm or more

22

Wall

10 cm or more

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2

5

4

7

3

6

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

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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 and SPEAKER terminals
The PRE OUT jacks 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 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 OFF 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.

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FEATURES

1. Digital Surround Sound Decoding

Featuring dual 32 bit high speed DSP processors, operating
entirely in digital domain, surround sound from digital sources
such as DVD, LD, DTV and satellite are faithfully re-created.

2. Dolby Digital

Using advanced digital processing algorithms, Dolby Digital
provides up to 5.1 channels of wide-range, high fidelity surround
sound. Dolby Digital is the default digital audio delivery system for
North American DVD and DTV, and is available on laser discs as
well as some digital satellite direct-to-home services.

3. DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

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.

4. Lucasfilm Home THX Ultra Certified

Home THX is the unique collaboration between Lucasfilm Ltd.
and audio equipment manufacturers. THX Ultra certification is the
highest performance level, and provides a rigorous set of
performance standards, along with proprietary surround sound
post-processing technologies, designed to enhance the surround
soundtrack playback experience in the home theater.

5. 24 bit D/A Conversion

All six channels, including the five main channels and the low
frequency effects (LFE) channel benefit from reference Burr­Brown DACs, for optimum high fidelity reproduction of music and
movie soundtracks.

6. 24 Bit AL Processing

A feature of DENON’s premium CD players, Alpha processing is a
proprietary DSP function that provides increased definition of
detail. The latest 24 bit Alpha processing technology is applied to
the two main front channels (left and right) for superb
reproduction of high fidelity music sources.

7. Dual Surround Speaker Mode

Provides for the first time the ability to optimize surround sound
reproduction using two different types of surround sound
speakers as well as two different surround speaker positions:
(1) Movie Surround

Motion picture soundtracks use the surround channel(s) to
provide the ambient elements of the acoustic environment
they want the audience to realize. This is best accomplished
by the use of specially-designed surround speakers that offer a
wide diffusion pattern (bipolar dispersion) or by using surround
speakers that provide broad dispersion with a minimum of on­axis localization (dipolar dispersion). Side wall mounting (closer
to the ceiling) of the surround speakers provides the greatest
envelopment, minimizing localization of direct sound from the
speakers.

(2) Music Surround

With full range discrete surround channels, as well as three
discrete full range front channels, digital formats such as Dolby
and DTS offer thrilling surround sound music listening.
Producers of multi-channel discrete digital music recordings
almost always favor the use of direct radiating (monopolar)
surround speakers, placed in the rear corners of the room,
since that is how they configure their studios during the
mixing/creation process.
The DENON AVR-5700 provides the ability to connect two
different sets of surround speakers, and place them in the
appropriate locations in your home theater room, so that you
can enjoy both movie soundtracks and music listening, with
optimum results and no compromise.

8. Component Video Switching

In addition to composite video and “S” video switching, the AVR­5700 provides 2 sets of component video (Y, R-Y, B-Y) inputs for
the DVD and TV/DBS inputs, and one set of component video
outputs to the television, for superior picture quality.

9. Video Select Function

Allow you to watch one source (visual) while listening to another
source (audio).

• Five Identical Power Amplifiers
Featuring discrete high current power transistors, the power
amp section is THX Ultra certified for top performance with the
widest range of speaker systems. Rated at 140 watts into 8
Ω/ohms, the amp channels feature additional low impedance
drive capability.

10.Future Sound Format Upgrade Capability via Eight Channel
Inputs & Outputs

For future multi-channel audio format(s), the AVR-5700 is provided
with 7.1 channel (seven main channels, plus one low frequency
effects channel) inputs, along with a full set of 7.1 channel pre­amp outputs, controlled by the 8 channel master volume control.
This assures future upgrade possibilities for any future multi­channel sound format.

• Opening and closing the door

This unit has a door on the front panel.
Lightly press on the bottom of the door to open it.

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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 OUTLETS for audio equipment only. Do not use them for hair

driers, etc.

• Note that binding pin plug cords together with AC 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.

Connecting the audio components

A+B

OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

PREOUT

6 16

PHONO

FRONT
CENTER

EFECT

SURROUND

SIGNAL
GND

CD

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

MONITOR

SOURCE

MULTI

OUT-1

MONITOR

OUT-2

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

6CH EXT. IN

FR

SW

SR

ER

FL

C

SL

EL

8CH EXT. IN AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO DIGITAL

SUB
WOOFER

R L

R L

R L

R L

YC

B

DVD TV/DBS

COMPONENT VIDEO

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DOLBY DIGITAL

RF

OPTICAL-5

123

123

4

SWITCHED TOTAL 120W(1A.) MAX.

AC 120V 60Hz

AC OUTLETS

AC IN

FRONT

CENTER

R L

R L

SURROUND

SURROUND

SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE

FRONT,CENTER

/

6 16

12 16

SURROUND

/

A OR B

MONITOR

ROOM TO ROOM

REMOTE

CONTROL

CR YCB CR YCB CR

B

A

IN

IN IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

LOOP
ANT.

AM

FM
COAX.
75

ANTENNA TERMINALS

RLRL

OUTPUT INPUT

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

RLR

L

R

OUTPUT INPUT

LRL

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

R

OUTPUT

L

RLRL

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

OUTPUT INPUT

R

L

OPTICAL COAXIAL

OUTPUT

OPTICAL

CD player

Turntable
(MM cartridge)

Tape deck 1 or MD

NOTE:

This unit cannot be used with MC cartridges
directly. Use a separate head amplifier or
step-up transformer.

Connecting a CD player

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

AC 120 V, 60 Hz

AC OUTLETS

• SWITCHED
(total capacity – 120 W (1 A.))

The power to these outlets is turned on and off in conjunction with the POWER
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 (1 A.)

NOTE:

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

Connecting the AC OUTLETS

Connecting a tape deck

AC outlets (wall)

Connecting the DIGITAL jacks

Use these for connections to audio equipment with digital output.
Refer to page 25 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.

Ground wire

AC cord (included)

MD player, DAT deck or other component
equipped with digital input/output jacks

CD player or other component
equipped with digital output jacks

Tape deck 2

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

Pre-main (integrated) amplifier
for multi-source playback

Connecting a turntable

Connect the turntable’s output cord to the AVR­5700’s PHONO jacks, the L (left) plug to the L
jack, the R (right) plug to the right jack.

If humming or other noise is
generated when the ground wire
is connected, disconnect the
ground wire.

NOTE:

Refer to page 10 for notes
on the shorting pin plugs.

Connecting the pre-out jacks

Use these jacks if you wish to connect external power amplifier(s) to
increase the power of the front, center and surround sound channels, or
for connection to powered loudspeakers. For instructions on using the
effect output, refer to page 41.

Extension jacks for future use

Route the connection cords, etc., in such a way that
they do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

Connections for recording:

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

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OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

PREOUT

PHONO

FRONT
CENTER

EFECT

SURROUND

SIGNAL
GND

CD

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

MONITOR

SOURCE

MULTI

OUT-1

MONITOR

OUT-2

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

6CH EXT. IN

FR

SW

SR

ER

FL

C

SL

EL

8CH EXT. IN AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO DIGITAL

SUB
WOOFER

R L

R L

R L

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DOLBY DIGITAL

RF

OPTICAL-5

123

123

4

IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

LOOP
ANT.

AM

FM
COAX.
75

ANTENNA TERMINALS

IN

VIDEO

AC-3RF OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

OUTPUT

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

L

R

R

L

R OUT IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

LRL

R

L

R

L

R OUT IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

LRL

R

L

R

L

R OUT

VIDEO

OUT

L

AUDIO

L

R

R OUT

VIDEO

OUT

L

AUDIO

L

R

Connecting 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.

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

Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

TV/DBS

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the (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 TV/DBS IN jacks using pin
plug cords.

AUDIO

VIDEO

TV or DBS tuner

LD player, CDV player, etc.

Video deck 1

Video deck 2

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.

• The monitor TV can also be
connected in the same way
to the VIDEO MONITOR
OUT-2 jack. Note, however,
that the AVR-5700’s on­screen display signals are
not output from this jack.
(See page 26.)

VIDEO

NOTES:

Video output connections for LD players equipped with AC-3RF output jacks.

• To connect an Dolby Digital AC-3 compatible LD player to the AC-3RF jacks,
connect the player’s video outputs to this unit’s VDP/DVD input jacks.

• When the AC-3RF-input selector button on the AVR-5700 is pressed, the picture
switches to the signals input to the VDP/DVD input jacks.

Connecting a video disc player VDP

VDP

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

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

cord.

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

• A DVD player can be connected to the DVD jacks in the same way.

• It is also possible to connect a video disc player, DVD player, video camcorder,
game machine, etc., to the V.AUX jacks.

AUDIO

VIDEO

Connecting a video decks

• There are two sets of video deck (VCR) jacks, so two video decks can be connected for simultaneous recording or video copying.

Video input/output connections:

• Connect the video deck’s video output jack (VIDEO OUT) to the (yellow) VCR-1 IN jack, and the video deck’s video input jack (VIDEO IN) to the

(yellow) VCR-1 OUT jack using 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cords.

Connecting the audio output jacks

• Connect the video deck’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUT) to the VCR-1 IN jacks, and the video deck’s audio input jacks (AUDIO IN) to the VCR-1
OUT jacks using pin plug cords.

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Connect the second video deck to the VCR-2 jacks in the same way.

AUDIOAUDIO

VIDEOVIDEO

Note on connecting the digital input jacks

•

Only audio signals are input to the digital input
jacks. For details, see page 6.

LD player or other component
equipped with digital output jacks

LD player or other component equipped
with a Dolby Digital RF output jack

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OUT

OUT

OUT

PREOUT

PHONO

FRONT
CENTER

EFECT

SURROUND

SIGNAL

GND

CD

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

MONITOR

SOURCE

MULTI

OUT-1

MONITOR

OUT-2

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

6CH EXT. IN

FR

SW

SR

ER

FL

C

SL

EL

8CH EXT. IN AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO

SUB

WOOFER

R L

R L

R L

IN

IN

LOOP
ANT.

AM

FM
COAX.
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IN

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT IN

S-VIDEO

OUT IN

S-VIDEO

Connecting a video component 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.

LD player, CDV player, etc.

MONITOR OUT

• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s S video input (S-VIDEO INPUT) to the
MONITOR OUT-1 jack using a S jack connection cord.

• The monitor TV can also be connected in the same way to the S-VIDEO

MONITOR OUT-2 jack. Note, however, that the AVR-5700’s on-screen
display signals are not output from this jack.

S-VIDEO

Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

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

TV/DBS IN jack using

an S jack connection cord.

S-VIDEO

Connecting the video decks

• Connect the video deck’s S output jack (S-OUT) to the
VCR-1 IN jack and the video deck’s S input jack

(S-IN) to the VCR-1 OUT jack using S jack
connection cords.

• Connect the video deck’s S output jack (S-OUT) to the
VCR-2 IN jack and the video deck’s S input jack

(S-IN) to the VCR-2 OUT jack using S jack
connection cords.

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Connecting a video disc player (VDP)

VDP

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

• A DVD player can be connected to the DVD jacks in the same
way.

• It is also possible to connect a video disc player, DVD player,
video camcorder, game machine, etc., to the V.AUX jacks.

Monitor TV

TV or satellite broadcast tuner

Video deck 1

Video deck 2

Connect the components’ audio inputs and outputs as described on page 6.

NOTES:

• The on-screen display signals are not output from the video signal MONITOR OUT-2 (yellow) or S-Video signal MONITOR OUT-2 jack.

• The on-screen display signals are not output from the color difference (component) video signal MONITOR OUT jacks.

Connecting a monitor TV

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OUT

OUT

OUT

PREOUT

PHONO

FRONT
CENTER

EFECT

SURROUND

SIGNAL
GND

CD

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

MONITOR

SOURCE

MULTI

OUT-1

MONITOR

OUT-2

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

6CH EXT. IN

FR

SW

SR

ER

FL

C

SL

EL

8CH EXT. IN AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO

SUB
WOOFER

R L

R L

R L

IN

IN

LOOP
ANT.

AM

FM
COAX.
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ANTENNA TERMINALS

Note to CATV system installer:

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

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.

Connecting the antenna terminals

DIRECTION OF
BROADCASTING
STATION

FM ANTENNA

FEEDER
CABLE

75 Ω/ohms
COAXIAL
CABLE

FM INDOOR
ANTENNA
(An Accessory)

AM LOOP
ANTENNA
(An Accessory)

AM OUTDOOR
ANTENNA

Connection of AM antennas

1.

Loosen by turning
counterclockwise.

2.

Insert the cord.

3.

Tighten by turning
clockwise.

1

4

2

3

14mm

9mm

14mm

19mm

5mm

5mm

5C-2V3C-2V

5C-2V

300 Ω/ohms

300 Ω/ohms
TERMINALS

FM ANTENNA
ADAPTER
(An Accessory)

AM loop antenna assembly

Remove the vinyl tie
and take out the
connection line.

Connect to the AM
antenna terminals.

Bend in the reverse
direction.

Mount

Installation hole
Mount on wall, etc.

a. With the antenna

on top any stable
surface.

b. With the antenna

attached to a wall.

75 Ω/ohms COAXIAL CABLE

GROUND

Open the cover

ANTENNA ADAPTER

REMOVE

CLAMP

75 Ω/ohms COAXIAL CABLE

CLAMP

CLAMP

SHUT

SHUT

PULL

PULL

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

• If the FM antenna cable’s plug is not of the F-type, connect using the
included antenna adapter.

F-type converter plug (attached)

• When using the FM antenna

attach to this apparatus

CLAMP

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Connecting a Video Component Equipped with Color Difference (Component - Y, R-Y, B-Y) Video
Jacks (DVD Player)

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

• The signals input to the color difference (component) video jacks are not output from the VIDEO output jack (yellow) or the S-Video output
jack. In addition, the video signals input to the VIDEO input (yellow) and S-Video input jacks are not output to the color difference (component)
video jacks.

• The AVR-5700’s on-screen display signals are not output from the color difference (component) video output jacks (MONITOR OUT).

• Some video sources with component video outputs are labeled Y, Pb, Pr, or Y, Cb, Cr, or Y, R-Y, B-Y. These terms all refer to component video
color difference output.

OUT

OUT

R L

YC

B

DVD TV/DBS

COMPONENT VIDEO

FRONT

R L

SURROUND

SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE

MONITOR

ROOM TO ROOM

REMOTE

CONTROL

CR YCB CR YCB CR

A

IN

IN IN

YPrPb

B

B

VIDEO OUT

Pr

Y

Pb

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

COMPONENT

DVD player

Connecting a DVD player

DVD IN jacks

• Connect the DVD player’s color difference
(component) video output jacks (COMPONENT
VIDEO OUTPUT) to the COMPONENT DVD IN jack
using 75 Ω/ohms coaxial video pin-plug cords.

• In the same way, another video source with
component video outputs such as a DTV/DBS
tuner, etc., can be connected to the TV/DBS color
difference (component) video jacks.

Connecting a monitor TV

MONITOR OUT jack

• Connect the TV’s color difference
(component) video input jacks
(COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT) to the
COMPONENT MONITOR OUT jack
using 75 Ω/ohms coaxial video pin­plug cords.

Monitor TV

•

The color difference input jacks may be indicated differently on some TVs,
monitors or video components (“Pr, Pb and Y”, “R-Y, B-Y and Y”, “Cr, Cb and
Y”, etc.). For details, carefully read the operating instructions included with the
TV or other component.

•

Do not connect high definition (DTV) signals to the component video input
jacks. Connect a high definition TV tuner directly to the monitor, if it is capable
of displaying HDTV signals.

NOTES (refer to page 6)

• Shorting pin plugs are inserted into the PHONO input jacks to prevent noise if the PHONO input is selected and there is no turntable
connected. Remove these pin plugs when connecting a turntable.

• DO NOT insert the shorting pin plugs into the REC (recording output) or pre-out jacks. Doing so may cut off the sound and may damage the
AVR-5700 and connected components.

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OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

PREOUT

PHONO

FRONT
CENTER

EFECT

SURROUND

SIGNAL
GND

CD

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

MONITOR

SOURCE

MULTI

OUT-1

MONITOR

OUT-2

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

6CH EXT. IN

FR

SW

SR

ER

FL

C

SL

EL

8CH EXT. IN AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO DIGITAL

SUB

WOOFER

R L

R L

R L

YC

B

DVD TV/DBS

COMPONENT VIDEO

OPTICAL

DOLBY DIGITAL

RF

OPTICAL-5

1234

C

R YCB CR Y

IN IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

LOOP
ANT.

AM

FM
COAX.
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L

R

L

R

R

L

Connecting the external input (EXT. IN) jacks

• These input jacks are for inputting multi-channel audio signals in high definition MUSE 3-1 format, multi-channel audio signals from an MPEG
multi-channel decoder, or future multi-channel sound format, etc.

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

When connecting a high definition (MUSE 3-1
format) component, use a separately sold
mono/stereo cable if the surround channel
output is monaural.

Decoder with 8- or 6-channel
analog output

Front

Surround

Effect, etc.

Subwoofer

Center

2

For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) jacks, see page 41.

Connecting the MULTI SOURCE jacks

• If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the multi-source jacks can be used to play a different program source in another room
at the same time. (See page 40.)

++

OUTPUT

INPUT

AUX OUT

A+B

OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

PREOUT

6 16

PHONO

FRONT
CENTER

EFECT

SURROUND

SIGNAL
GND

CD

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

MONITOR

SOURCE

MULTI

OUT-1

MONITOR

OUT-2

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

6CH EXT. IN

FR

SW

SR

ER

FL

C

SL

EL

8CH EXT. IN AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO DIGITAL

SUB
WOOFER

R L

R L

R L

R L

YC

B

DVD TV/DBS

COMPONENT VIDEO

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DOLBY DIGITAL

RF

OPTICAL-5

123

123

4

SWITCHED TOTAL 120W(1A.) MAX.

AC 120V 60Hz

AC OUTLETS

AC IN

FRONT

CENTER

R L

R L

SURROUND

SURROUND

SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE

FRONT,CENTER

/

6 16

12 16

SURROUND

/

A OR B

MONITOR

ROOM TO ROOM

REMOTE

CONTROL

CR YCB CR YCB CR

B

A

IN

IN IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

LOOP
ANT.

AM

FM
COAX.
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LR

Another room

Integrated pre-main amplifier

RC-617
INFRARED SENSOR

RC-616
INFRARED
RETRANSMITTER

2

For instructions on operations using the MULTI SOURCE jacks, see page 42 or page 40.

Extension jacks for future use.

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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.

Speaker Impedance

• Speakers with an impedance of from 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can be connected for

use as front and center speakers.

• Be careful when using two pairs of surround speakers (A + B) at the same

time, since use of speakers with an impedance of 12 to 16 Ω/ohms will lead
to damage.

• Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can be connected for use

as 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.

A+B

OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

PREOUT

6 16

PHONO

FRONT
CENTER

EFECT

SURROUND

SIGNAL
GND

CD

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

MONITOR

SOURCE

MULTI

OUT-1

MONITOR

OUT-2

DVD

VDP

TV

/

DBS

V.AUX

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

VCR-1

VCR-2

MD

/

TAPE-1

TAPE-2

6CH EXT. IN

FR

SW

SR

ER

FL

C

SL

EL

8CH EXT. IN AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO DIGITAL

SUB
WOOFER

R L

R L

R L

R L

YC

B

DVD TV/DBS

COMPONENT VIDEO

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

DOLBY DIGITAL

RF

OPTICAL-5

123

123

4

SWITCHED TOTAL 120W(1A.) MAX.

AC 120V 60Hz

AC OUTLETS

AC IN

FRONT

CENTER

R L

R L

SURROUND

SURROUND

SPEAKER
IMPEDANCE

FRONT,CENTER

/

6 16

12 16

SURROUND

/

A OR B

MONITOR

ROOM TO ROOM

REMOTE

CONTROL

CR YCB CR YCB CR

B

A

IN

IN IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

IN

LOOP
ANT.

AM

FM
COAX.
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(L) (

R

)

(L) (

R

)

Connecting the speaker cords

1. Loosen by turning
counterclockwise.

2. Insert the cord. 3. Tighten by turning
clockwise.

Connecting banana plugs

Turn clockwise to tighten, then insert the
banana plug.

CENTER SPEAKER SYSTEM FRONT SPEAKER SYSTEMS

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.

Either tightly twist or terminate the core wires.

Connections

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

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

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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 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.

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6

PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Front Panel

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

DSP

SIMULATION

MASTER VOLUME

REMOTE SENSOR

ON / STANDBY

ON / STANDBY

OFF

INPUT SELECTOR

TAPE-2 MON

HOME

THX CINEMA

VOLUME LEVEL

PHONES

BASS

TREBLE

DIRECT

INPUT MODE

STEREO

ANALOG

DOLBY / DTS
SURROUND

WIDE

SCREEN

5CH

STEREO

SURROUND MODE

TUNING PRESET

SHIFT

6CH / 8CH

EXT. IN

VIDEO

SELECT

TONE

DEFEAT

DIMMER

PANEL

MODE

SOURCE

INPUT

REC / MULTI

DOWN UP

TUNER DVD VDP TV / DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 V. AUX MD / TAPE-1 TAPE-2 MONPHONO CD

LCR

SLSSR

CH INDICATOR

LOCK

LFE

SURROUND SPEAKER

BA

14

1516 17 18 19 20

12345678910111213 21 22

34

33 32

31

30 29

28 27 26 25 24 23

Q

Power switch ………………………………………………………(36)

W

Power indicator ……………………………………………………(36)

E Headphones jack (PHONES) ……………………………………(39)
R DIRECT button ……………………………………………………(49)
T INPUT MODE selector button ……………………………………(37)
Y ANALOG button……………………………………………………(37)
U 6CH/8CH external input button

(6CH/8CH EXT. IN)…………………………………………………(41)

I

VIDEO SELECT button ……………………………………………(39)

O

TONE DEFEAT button ……………………………………………(39)

P

PANEL button………………………………………………………(39)

{ DIMMER button……………………………………………………(39)

}

REC/MULTI MODE selector button ……………………………(40)

q

REC/MULTI SOURCE selector button …………………………(40)

w

STEREO button ……………………………………………………(38)

e

DOLBY/DTS SURROUND button ……………………………(44, 45)

r

WIDE SCREEN button ……………………………………………(49)

t

5CH STEREO button ………………………………………………(49)

y

DSP SIMULATION button ………………………………………(49)

u

SHIFT button …………………………………………………(53, 54)

i

PRESET UP/DOWN button …………………………………(53, 54)

o

BASS adjustment control …………………………………………(39)

p

TREBLE adjustment control………………………………………(39)

[

MASTER VOLUME control ………………………………………(38)

]

Input source indicators

A

Master volume indicator (VOLUME LEVEL) ………………………(38)

S

Display

D

Low frequency effect indicator (LFE) ……………………………(46)

F

Digital lock indicator (LOCK)………………………………………(38)

G

Dolby digital/DTS surround input channel indicators

[CH INDICATOR] …………………………………………………(45)

H

Surround speaker system indicators

(SURROUND SPEAKER A/B)

J

Tape 2 monitor button (TAPE-2 MON) …………………………(37)

K

Input source selector dial (INPUT SELECT) ……………………(37)

L

HOME THX CINEMA button ……………………………………(47)

: Remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR) …………………(28)

Lightly press on the bottom
of the door to open it.

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Remote control unit

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

DVD

START LEARNED/TX

HOME THX CINEMA

TUNING

BAND

TITLE

MENU/GUIDE

MODE

MEMORY

USE/LEARN T.TONE MULTI DVD

SET UP

RETURN

PANEL

DISPLAY

ON SCREEN

DOLBY / DTS

SURROUND

DIRECT

DSP SIMULATION

5CH STEREO STEREO

INPUT MODE

ANALOG EXT.IN

MUTING

MASTER VOL.

VOLUME DISC SKIP+

SYSTEM CALL POWER

VDP TUNER SHIFT

TV/DBS V.AUX PHONO

VCR-1 CD

MD / TAPE-1

CHANNEL

VCR-2

TAPE-2 MON

TV/VCR

AVR/AVC VIDEO DVD TV

AUDIO

VDP VCR

CD

MD

LOCK

DECK

SYSTEM

SETUP

SURROUND

PARAMETER

CH SELECT

SELECT

RC-853

123
4

SET

A / B

CALL OFF

ENTER

ON / SOURCE

56

789

+10

0

LEDs (indicators) ………………………(33)

SYSTEM CALL buttons ………………(34)

Input source selector
buttons …………………………………(37)

System buttons ………………………(29)

HOME THX CINEMA button …………(47)

Surround buttons ……………………(49)

INPUT MODE selector
buttons ………………………………(37)

Mode selector switches ………………(29)

Tuner system buttons ………………(29)

USE/LEARN selector
button …………………………………(33)

Test tone button ………………………(43)

SYSTEM SETUP button ………………(16)

Remote control signal
transmitter………………………………(28)

Power button …………………………(36)

Master volume control
buttons …………………………………(38)

MUTING button ………………………(39)

SURROUND PARAMETER
button …………………………………(49)

Channel select/enter
button …………………………………(16)

Cursor buttons ………………………(16)

ON SCREEN button ……………………(39)

DVD SETUP button ……………………(32)

PANEL button …………………………(39)

Multi source button ……………………(40)

NOTE

• The shaded buttons do not function with the AVR-5700.
(Nothing happens when they are pressed.)
The button indicated

2

, however, can be used with the learning function.

Tuner buttons …………………………(52)

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7

SETTING UP THE SYSTEM

• Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in “CONNECTIONS” (see pages 6 to 13), make the
various settings described below on the monitor screen using the AVR-5700’s on-screen display function.
These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the AVR-5700.

• Use the following buttons to set up the system:

TUNING

BAND

TITLE

MENU/GUIDE

MODE

MEMORY

USE/LEARN T.TONE MULTI

RETURN

DVD

SET UP

PANEL

DISPLAY

ON SCREEN

MUTING

AVR/AVC VIDEO DVD TV

AUDIO

VDP VCR

CDMDLOCK

DECK

SYSTEM

SETUP

SURROUND

PARAMETER

CH SELECT

SELECT

ENTER

SYSTEM SETUP button

Press this to display the system setup menu.

SURROUND PARAMETER button

Press this to display the surround parameter menu.

ENTER button

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

CURSOR buttons

and : Use these to move the cursors (

0 and 1) to the left and right

on the screen.

and : Use these to move the cursors (• and ª) up and down on the

screen.

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

Default settings

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

Use this function when using multiple surround speaker
combinations for more ideal surround sound. Once the
combinations of surround speakers to be used for the
different surround modes are preset, the surround
speakers are selected automatically according to the
surround mode.

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.

This adjusts the volume of the signals output from the speakers and
subwoofer for the different channels in order to obtain optimum
effects.

This parameter is for detecting the maximum level of the low bass
signals output from the subwoofer channel in order to protect the
subwoofer from damage and prevent unpleasant distorted sounds
from being produced.

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

This sets whether or not to display the on-screen display that
appears on the monitor screen when the controls on the remote
control unit or main unit are operated (from MONITOR 1 outputs
only).

FM stations are received automatically and stored in the memory.

Front Sp.

Small

DOLBY/

DTS

SURROUND

A

Center Sp.

Small

Surround Sp.

Small

Sub Woofer

Yes

System setup

Speaker
Configuration

(Surround
Speaker
Setting)

Bass Output

Delay Time

Channel
Level

Subwoofer
Peak Limit
Lev

Digital Inputs

On Screen
Display

Auto Tuner
Presets

Q

W

E

R

T

Y

U

I

Surround

mode

Surround

speaker

THX

SURROUND

A

WIDE

SCREEN

A

5CH

STEREO

A

DSP

SIMULA-

TION

A

EXT. IN

A

—

—

—

—

Bass Out = Subwoofer Only THX

Front L & R

3.6 m (12 ft)

Center

3.6 m (12 ft)

Center

0 dB

Surround L & R

3.0 m (10 ft)

Sub Woofer

3.6 m (12 ft)

Subwoofer

0 dB

Front L

0 dB

Front R

0 dB

Surround

L

0 dB

Surround

R

0 dB

Peak Limitter = OFF

Input

source

Digital
Inputs

CD

COAXIAL

1

DVD

COAXIAL

2

VDP

COAXIAL

3

TV/DBS

OPTICAL

1

VCR-1

OPTICAL

2

VCR-2

OPTICAL

3

V. AUX

OPTICAL

4

TAPE-1

OPTICAL

5

On Screen Display = ON

A1 ~ A8

B1 ~B8

C1 ~C8

D1 ~D8

E1 ~E8

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

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

90.1 MHz

90.1 MHz

90.1 MHz

NOTES:

• The on-screen display signals are not output from the MONITOR OUT-2 output jack or the color difference (component) video signal (MONITOR OUT) jacks.

• The on-screen display signals are output with priority to the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack during playback of a video component. For example, if the TV
monitor is connected to both the AVR-5700’s S-Video and video monitor output jacks and signals are input to the AVR-5700 from a video source (VDP, etc.)
connected to both the S-Video and video input jacks, the on-screen display signals are output with priority to the S-Video monitor output. If you wish to output
the signals to the video monitor output jack, do not connect a cord to the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack. (For details, see page 27.)

• The AVR-5700’s on-screen display function is designed for use with high resolution monitor TVs, so it may be difficult to read small characters on TVs with
small screens or low resolutions.

• The setup menu is not displayed when headphones are being used.

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• 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

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

With the AVR-5700 it is also possible to use the surround speaker selector function to choose the best layout for a variety of sources and
surround modes.

• Surround speaker selector function
This function uses either or both of two systems of surround speakers (A and B) to achieve the optimum sound field for different sources.
The speaker settings (on or off for A only, B only or A+B) are stored in the memory for the different surround modes and are recalled
automatically when that surround mode is set.

AABBAA

BB

AA

BB

Using A only Using B only

Using both A and B (A+B)
Multi surround speaker mode

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Before setting up the system

Check that all the connections are correct, then turn on the main unit’s power.

1

2

Display the System Setup Menu.

TITLE

SYSTEM

SETUP

Setting the type of speakers

• The composition of the signals output from the different channels and the frequency response are adjusted automatically according to the
combination of speakers actually being used.

1

2

3

At the System Setup Menu select “Speaker Configuration”.

Switch to the speaker configuration screen.

Set whether or not speakers are connected and, if so, their size
parameters.

• To select the speaker

• To select the parameter

ENTER

Center Sp.

Front Sp.

Subwoofer

Surround Sp.

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4

Enter the setting.
a) If no surround speakers are used (if “None” is set for both A and B):

The System Setup Menu reappears.

b) If both surround speakers A and B are used (if either “Large” or “Small” is set for both A and B):

The surround speaker setting screen appears.

c) If “None” is set for surround speakers A:

“None” is automatically set for surround speakers B.

ENTER

NOTE:

• Select “Large” or “Small” not according to the actual size of the speaker but according to the speaker’s capacity for playing low frequency
(approximately 80 Hz and below) signals. If you do not know, try comparing the sound at both settings (setting the volume to a level low
enough so as not to damage the speakers) to determine the proper setting.

•

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 a subwoofer is not installed.

2

If the subwoofer has sufficient low frequency playback capacity, good sound can be achieved even when “Small” is set for the front, center

and surround speakers.

2

To take full advantage of the performance of the Home THX certified speaker systems, set the front, center and surround speaker size

parameters to “Small” and the subwoofer to “Yes”.

2

For the majority of speaker system configurations, using the SMALL setting for all five main speakers and Subwooofer On with a connected

subwoofer will yield the best results.

Selecting the surround speakers for the different surround modes

• At this screen preset the surround speakers to be used in the different surround modes.

1

2

When either “Large” or “Small” has been set for both speakers A and B
on the System Setup Menu (when using both A and B surround
speakers), the surround speaker setting screen appears.
Select the surround speakers to be used in the different surround modes.

• To select the surround mode

Enter the setting.
The System Setup Menu reappears.

• To select the surround speaker
A: When using surround speakers A
B: When using surround speakers B
A+B: When using both surround speakers A and B

ENTER

2

Speaker type setting when using both surround speakers A and B

If “Small” is set for either surround speakers A or B, the output is the same as when “Small” is set for both A and B.

Setting the bass output

1

At the System Setup Menu select “Bass Output”.

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2

3

4

Switch to the Bass Output screen.

Select the bass signal playback mode.

Enter the setting.
The System Setup Menu reappears.

ENTER

ENTER

Playback modes

Subwoofer Only THX (recommended THX mode)

The LFE and the low frequencies (80 Hz or lower) of the channels set to “Small” at the Speaker Configuration screen are output from the
subwoofer.
When a channel is set to “Large”, the low frequencies are output from that channel and not from the subwoofer.

Front & Subwoofer:

Even if “Large” is set for the front speakers at the Speaker Configuration screen, the LFE and the low frequencies of the front channels as
well as the low frequencies of the other channels are output from the subwoofer. The front speakers (left and right, but not the center) also
output deep bass. This mode is provided for those with large, floor-standing tower speakers that have full range (20 Hz and up) response, and
are using a subwoofer in the system as well.

NOTE:

• To play in the Front & Subwoofer mode, set the front speakers to “Large” and the subwoofer to “Yes” at the Speaker Configuration
screen.

Setting the delay time

• Input the distance between the listening position and the different speakers to set the delay time for the surround mode.

• The delay time can be set separately for surround speakers A and B.

Preparations:

Measure the distances between the listening position and the speakers (L1 to L4 on the diagram at
the right).

L1: Distance between center speaker and listening position
L2: Distance between front speakers and listening position
L3: Distance between surround speakers and listening position
L4: Distance between subwoofer and listening position

L1

L2

L3

L4

FL

FR

SL

SR

Center

Subwoofer

Listening position

1

At the System Setup Menu select “Delay Time”.