Denon AVR-5800 User Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-5800

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MASTER VOLUME

REMOTE SENSOR

ON / STANDBY

INPUT SELECTOR

HOME

THX CINEMA

PURE DIRECT

VOLUME LEVEL

AL24

RF

LOCK

DIGITAL

AUTO

PCM

DTS

INPUTSIGNAL

INPUT MODE

TUNER DVD VDP TV DBS / SAT VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3

V. AUX

CDR/TAPE-1

MD/TAPE-2

PHONO CD

SURROUND SPEAKER

BA

SURROUND

BACK CH

OUTPUT

SIGNAL
DETECT

PHONES

DIRECT STEREO

ANALOG EXT. IN

DOLBY

SURROUND

DTS

SURROUND

WIDE

SCREEN

CINEMA /

MUSIC

6.1 / 7.1

SURROUND

VIDEO

ON / OFF

STATUS

M-ZONE 1

FUNCTION CONTROL

INPUT
MODE

5CH / 7CH
STEREO

DSP

SIMULATION

TONE

DEFEAT

MODE

SELECT

REC /

M-ZONE 2

SURROUND MODE

INPUT REC SELECT / M-ZONE

MULTI FUNCTION

AVR-5800

PRECISION AUDIO COMPONENT / AV SURROUND RECEIVER

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We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-5800.

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To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-5800 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”

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2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

2 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.

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

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

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

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

• Unplug the power cord when not using the 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.

• 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.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG
TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTERODUIRE LA
LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’ AU
FOND.

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.

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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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2 INTRODUCTION

2 ACCESSORIES

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-5800 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

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

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BEFORE USING

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CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION

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.

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.

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Before Using ..............................................................................................4

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Cautions on Installation ..............................................................................4

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Cautions on Handling .................................................................................5

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Features......................................................................................................5

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Connections .........................................................................................6~13

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Part Names and Functions.................................................................14, 15

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Setting up the system .......................................................................16~30

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Remote Control Unit ................................................................................31

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Operation ...........................................................................................32~41

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Surround.............................................................................................42~47

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DENON Original Surround Modes .....................................................48~51

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

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Last Function Memory .............................................................................54

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

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Troubleshooting..………………………………………………………………55

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Additional Information……………………………………………………56~65

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Specifications .…………………………………………………………………66

q Operating instructions w Warranty ( for North America model only )………...........1 e Service station list ...….........1 r AC cord ................……1

AVR-5800.....................1 t Remote control unit y LR6/AA alkaline batteries…4 u AM loop antenna…...1 i FM indoor antenna…...1

RC-8000.......................1 (RC-8000)…………………..1 o FM antenna adaptor,,,,,,,….1 !0 RC-8001ST….......1set

RC-8001ST ..................1

10 cm or more

wall

10 cm or more

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CAUTIONS ON HANDLING

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FEATURES

• 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 STANDBY 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.

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, 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. THX Surround EX

The AVR-5800 is fully compatible with THX Surround EX, the latest
surround format.

6. DTS-ES Extended Surround and DTS Neo:6

The AVR-5800 is compatible with DTS-ES Extended Surround, a new
multi-channel format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc.
The AVR-5800 is also compatible with DTS Neo:6, a surround mode
allowing 6.1-channel playback of regular stereo sources.

7. Wide screen mode for a 7.1-channel sound even with

5.1-channel sources

DENON has developed a wide screen mode with a new design
which recreates the effects of the multi surround speakers in
movie theaters. The result is 7.1-channel sound taking full
advantage of surround back speakers, even with Dolby Pro Logic
or Dolby Digital/DTS 5.1-channel signals.

8. 24 bit D/A Conversion

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

9. 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-5800 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.

10.Multi-zone control

The AVR-5800 is equipped with two sets of multi-zone outputs
allowing a source other than the one currently being played to be
selected.
(1) Multi-zone 1

These are level adjustable pre-outputs. (A fixed output level
can also be selected.)
The video signals of the input source selected with the multi­zone 1 selector are output.

(2) Multi-zone 2

When set at the System Setup Menu, the power amplifier for
the surround back channel can be used as the multi-zone 2
power amplifier and speakers can be connected to the multi­zone 2 speaker terminals for playback.

11.Component Video Switching

In addition to composite video and “S” video switching, the AVR­5800 provides 3 sets of component video (Y, R-Y, B-Y) inputs for
the DVD, TV and DBS/SAT inputs, and one set of component
video outputs to the television, for superior picture quality.

12.Video Select Function

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

13.Seven 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 170 watts into 8 Ω/ohms, the
amp channels feature additional low impedance drive capability.

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

For future multi-channel audio format(s), the AVR-5800 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.

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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

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

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.

Connecting a turntable

Connect the turntable’s output cord to the AVR-5800’s PHONO jacks, the
L (left) plug to the L jack, the R (right) plug to the right jack.

NOTE:

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

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

Turntable
(MM cartridge)

Ground wire

Extension jacks for future use

AC cord
(Supplied)

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, surround and surround back sound
channels, or for connection to powered loudspeakers.
When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to left channel.

Connecting the AC OUTLETS

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.

AC outlets (wall)

AC 120V, 60Hz

MD recorder, DAT deck or other component
equipped with digital input/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 28 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 a tape deck

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.

CD recorder or Tape deck 1 MD recorder or Tape deck 2

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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 picture quality.

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

CONPONENT VIDEO

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND BACK
SURROUND A OR B / 6 16Ω

A + B / 8 16Ω

A + B / 6 16Ω

AC OUTLETS

SWITCHED TOTAL 120W (1A.) MAX.

AC 120V 60Hz

MULTI

/ SB

SURR.-B

SURR.-A

FRONT

EFFECT

/ SB

L

L

L

L

L

IN

DVD

C

BCR

Y

VDP TV DBS /

V. AUX VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3

12SAT1

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OUT

OUT OUT

IN

IN

IN

EXT. IN-1

SW SW

12

COAXIAL

(REMOTE CONTROL)

ROOM TO ROOM POWER

AMP

RS-232C

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

312345656

SW

EXT. IN-2 PRE OUT OUT OUT

OUT

IN OUT

AUDIO

IN

MONITOR

DVD

VDP TV

DBS /

V. AUX VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3

SAT

MD /

AC IN

TAPE-2

CDR /

TAPE-1

MD /

MULTI ZONE

TAPE-2 1 2

CDR /

TAPE-1

DVD

CENTER SURR.

EFFECT

FRONT CENTER SURR.

EFFECT

FRONT

DOLBY DIGITAL RF

CENTER SURR.

EFFECT

/ SB

FRONTPHONO

CD

MULTI ZONE

IN

TV
C

BCR

Y

IN

DBS / SAT

CBC

R

Y

OUT

MONITOR

C

BCR

Y

OUTOUT

IN

IN

VIDEO

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

R

L

R

L

R OUT IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

LRL

RLR

L

R OUT IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

LRL

RLR

L

R OUT

VIDEO

OUT

L

AUDIO

L

R

R OUT

VIDEO

OUT

L

AUDIO

L

R

RF OUT

COAXIAL OPTICAL

OUTPUT

TV or DBS tuner

LD player, CDV player, etc.

Monitor TV

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

Connecting a video disc player VDP

VDP

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

(yellow) VDP 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 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

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-5800’s on­screen display signals are
not output from this jack.
(See page 30.)

VIDEO

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

Video deck 2

Video deck 1

• There are three sets of video deck (VCR) jacks, so three 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.

Connect the another video deck to the VCR-2 or VCR-3 jacks in the same way.

AUDIOAUDIO

VIDEOVIDEO

Connecting a video decks

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

NOTES:

Video output connections for LD players equipped with Dolby Digital-RF (AC-3 RF) output jacks.

• To connect an Dolby Digital AC-3 compatible LD player to the Dolby Digital-RF (AC-3 RF) jacks,

connect the player’s video outputs to this unit’s VDP input jacks.

• When the Dolby Digital-RF (AC-3 RF) input selector button on the AVR-5800 is pressed, the

picture switches to the signals input to the VDP input jacks.

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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 TV

Video deck 2

Video deck 1

TV or satellite broadcast tuner

Connecting a video disc player (VDP)

Connecting a monitor TV

Connecting the video decks

Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

VDP

• Connect the video disc player’s S-Video output jack to the
S-VIDEO 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 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 S­VIDEO MONITOR OUT-2 jack. Note, however, that the AVR­5800’s on-screen display signals are not output from this jack.

S-VIDEO

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

S-VIDEO

• 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.

Connect the third video deck to the VCR-3 jacks in the same way.

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

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

NOTE:

• 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 MONITOR OUT-2 output switches together with the input function selected with the REC/M-ZONE 2 button. To use as the monitor
output, set “SOURCE” as the REC/M-ZONE 2 input function.

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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-5800’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.

DVD player

Monitor TV

Connecting a DVD player

Connecting a monitor TV

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.

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 pin-plug cords.

• 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.

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1

4

2

3

Connecting the antenna terminals

DIRECTION OF
BROADCASTING
STATION

AM LOOP ANTENNA
(Supplied)

FM ANTENNA

GROUND

AM OUTDOOR
ANTENNA

300 Ω/ohms
TERMINALS

FM ANTENNA
ADAPTER
(Supplied)

FM INDOOR
ANTENNA
(Supplied)

300 Ω/ohms

FEEDER
CABLE

75 Ω/ohms
COAXIAL
CABLE

F-type converter plug (attached)

• When using the FM antenna
attach to this apparatus

• 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.

AM loop antenna assembly

Connect to the AM
antenna terminals.

Bend in the reverse
direction.

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.

Mount

Installation hole
Mount on wall, etc.

Open the cover

ANTENNA ADAPTER

REMOVE

CLAMP

75 Ω/ohms COAXIAL CABLE

CLAMP

CLAMP

PULL

PULL

SHUT

Connection of AM antennas

1. Loosen by turning
counterclockwise.

2. Insert the
cord.

3. Tighten by turning
clockwise.

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.

FM antenna adapter assembly

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Connecting the external input (EXT. IN) jacks

Connecting the MULTI SOURCE jacks

• These jacks are for inputting multi-channel audio signals from an outboard decoder, or a component with a different type of multi-channel
decoder, such as a Super Audio DVD player, or a multi-channel SACD player, or other future multi-channel sound format decoder.

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

• 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 37.)

SAT1

R

L

R

L

R

L

Decoder with 8- or 6-channel
analog output

Front

Surround back

Surround

Subwoofer

Center

For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) jacks, see page 38.

Another room

RC-616
INFRARED
RETRANSMITTER

Integrated pre-main amplifier

RC-617
INFRARED SENSOR

Extension jacks for future use.

For instructions on operations using the MULTI SOURCE jacks, see page 37.

CENTER

SURR.-A

R

SURR.-B

R

EFFECT

/ SB

R

MULTI
ZONE

R

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

ANTENNA TERMINALS

LOOP

ANT.

FMCOAX.

75Ω

L

SIGNAL

R

GND

AM

VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

DVD

CD

L

R

IN

(REMOTE CONTROL)

ROOM TO ROOM POWER

IN

VDP TV

CENTER SURR.

FRONT CENTER SURR.

EFFECT

SW SW

EXT. IN-1

DOLBY DIGITAL RF

AMP

OUTOUT

RS-232C

IN

AUDIO

IN OUT

DBS /

V. AUX VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3

SAT

FRONT

EXT. IN-2 PRE OUT

312345

12

COAXIAL

EFFECT

CENTER SURR.

FRONTPHONO

SW

IN

DIGITAL

OUT

OPTICAL

EFFECT

/ SB

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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.

Speaker Impedance

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

use as front and center speakers.

• 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.

NOTE:

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

Connecting the speaker cords

1. Loosen by turning
counterclockwise.

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

Either tightly twist or terminate the core wires.

Connecting banana plugs

Turn clockwise to tighten, then insert the
banana plug.

Protector circuit

• This unit is equipped with a high-speed protection circuit. The purpose of this circuit is to protect the speakers under
circumstances such as when the output of the power amplifier is inadvertently short-circuited and a large current flows,
when the temperature surrounding the unit becomes unusually high, or when the unit is used at high output over a long
period which results in an extreme temperature rise.
When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off and the power supply indicator 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.

Cooling fan

• The AVR-5800 is equipped with a cooling fan to prevent the temperature inside the set from rising. The fan is activated
under certain usage conditions. It is temperature and volume level sensitive, to minimize or prevent audible fan noise.

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Connections

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

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

ANTENNA TERMINALS

MULTI

ZONE

SURR.-B

SURR.-A

CENTER

CONPONENT VIDEO

FRONT

EFFECT

/ SB

R

R

R

R

R

R

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

FRONT, CENTER, SURROUND BACK
SURROUND A OR B / 6 16Ω

A + B / 8 16Ω

/ 6 16Ω

AC OUTLETS

SWITCHED TOTAL 120W (1A.) MAX.

AC 120V 60Hz

MULTI

ZONE

SURR.-B

SURR.-A

FRONT

EFFECT

/ SB

L

L

L

L

L

IN

DVD

C

BCR

Y

VDP TV DBS /

V. AUX VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3

12SAT1

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

OUT

OUT OUT

IN

IN

IN

EXT. IN-1

SW SW

12

COAXIAL

(REMOTE CONTROL)

ROOM TO ROOM POWER

AMP

RS-232C

OPTICAL

DIGITAL

312345656

SW

EXT. IN-2 PRE OUT OUT OUT

OUT

IN OUT

AUDIO

IN

MONITOR

DVD

VDP TV

DBS /

V. AUX VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3 VCR-1 VCR-2 VCR-3

SAT

MD /

AC IN

TAPE-2

CDR /

TAPE-1

MD /

MULTI ZONE

TAPE-2 1 2

CDR /
TAPE-1

DVD

CENTER SURR.

EFFECT

FRONT CENTER SURR.

EFFECT

FRONT

DOLBY DIGITAL RF

CENTER SURR.

EFFECT

/ SB

FRONTPHONO

SIGNAL
GND

CD

MULTI ZONE

IN

TV
C

BCR

Y

IN

DBS / SAT

CBC

R

Y

OUT

MONITOR

C

BCR

Y

AM

LOOP

FMCOAX.

75Ω

ANT.

OUTOUT

IN

(L) (L) (

R

) (

R

)

(L) (

R

) (L) (

R

)

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

SURROUND SPEAKER

SYSTEMS (A)

CENTER SPEAKER SYSTEMFRONT 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.

IN

SURROUND SPEAKER

SYSTEMS (B)

SURROUND BACK

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

NOTE:

When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to left channel.

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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 ( ).

q

Power indicator........................................................................(32)

w

Power switch...........................................................................(32)

e

Headphones jack (PHONES)....................................................(35)

r

DIRECT button.........................................................................(44)

t

INPUT MODE selector button.................................................(33)

y

ANALOG button.......................................................................(33)

u

EXT. IN button..........................................................................(33)

i

CINEMA/MUSIC button...........................................................(47)

o

6.1/7.1 SURROUND button .....................................................(51)

!0

VIDEO ON/OFF button ............................................................(39)

!1

TONE DEFEAT button .............................................................(35)

!2

M-ZONE 1 button ....................................................................(37)

!3

REC/M-ZONE-2 button ............................................................(36)

!4

STEREO button........................................................................(44)

!5

DOLBY SURROUND button ....................................................(46)

!6

DTS SURROUND button .........................................................(46)

!7

WIDE SCREEN button.............................................................(49)

!8

5CH/7CH STEREO button .......................................................(49)

!9

DSP SIMULATION button .......................................................(49)

@0

MULTI FUNCTION STATUS button..........................................(35)

@1

MULTI FUNCTION MODE SELECT button .............................(42)

@2

MULTI FUNCTION, REC/SELECTOR M-ZONE

selector dial (FUNCTION) .......................................................(36)

@3

MULTI FUNCTION control dial (CONTROL) ............................(43)

@4

MASTER VOLUME control......................................................(34)

@5

Input source indicators ............................................................(33)

@6

Master volume indicator (VOLUME LEVEL)............................(34)

@7

Display

@8

Input mode indicators (INPUT MODE) ....................................(34)

@9

AL24 indicator..........................................................................(34)

#0

Digital signal indicators (SIGNAL) ............................................(34)

#1

Surround speaker system indicators

(SURROUND SPEAKER A/B))..................................................(35)

#2

PURE DIRECT button ..............................................................(44)

#3

Input source selector dial (INPUT SELECTOR)........................(33)

#4

HOME THX CINEMA button ...................................................(45)

#5

Remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR) ..........................(31)

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Remote control unit

• For details, refer to the separate (supplied) RC-8000 operating instructions.

The USB terminal is a terminal that will be used in the future to update the microprocessor program, etc.

q

Transmitter

w

Touch panel

e

CHANNEL up/down buttons

r

MUTE button

t

USB terminal

y

Jog stick (PUSH ENTER)

u

VOL. (volume) up/down buttons

i

LIGHT (back light) button

o

Battery charging contacts

!0

RF frequency selector switch

!1

Reset button

!2

Battery cover

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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-5800’s on-screen display function.
These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the AVR-5800.

• Use the following buttons to set up the system:

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

System setup Default settings

q

w

t

y

u

i

o

Speaker
Configuration

(Surround
Speaker
Setting)

Subwoofer mode

SB CH Auto
Flag Detect

Channel
Level

Subwoofer
Peak Limit
Lev

Digital In
Assignment

On Screen
Display

Auto Tuner
Presets

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.

Set the method of playing the surround back channel for digital
signals.

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.

Surround

mode

Surround

speaker

Input

source

Digital
Inputs

Front Sp.

Small

Center Sp. Surround Sp. Sub Woofer

Small Small Yes

DOLBY/

DTS

SURROUND

THX

SURROUND

WIDE

SCREEN

5CH/7CH

STEREO

DSP

SIMULATION

EXT. IN-1 EXT. IN-2

—

A A AAAA A—

LFE —THX—

Front L & R Center Surround L & R Sub Woofer

12 ft (3.6 m) 12 ft (3.6 m) 10 ft (3.0 m) 12 ft (3.6 m)

Front L

Front R Center

Surround

R

Surround

Back R

Subwoofer

0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB

Peak Limitter = OFF

CD DVD VDP TV

DBS/SAT

VCR-1 VCR-2

TAPE-2

COAXIAL1COAXIAL2COAXIAL3OPTICAL1OPTICAL

2

OPTICAL

3

OPTICAL

4

OPTICAL

6

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

Surround Back Sp.

Small / 2spkrs

Auto Flag Detect Mode = OFF

e

Delay Time

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

SBL & SBR

10 ft (3.0 m)

r

Multi Zone
Control

This sets the output level for the multi-zone 1
output jacks.

Variable

Surround

Back L

0 dB

Surround

L

0 dB

Multi Zone-1
vol. Level

Power AMP
Assignment

Set this to switch the surround back channel’s
power amplifier for use for multi-zone 2.

Surround Back

TAPE-1

OPTICAL

5

Screen while icons are displayed

Transmission codes

of independent buttons

CHANNEL• : Tuner preset
CHANNELª : Tuner preset
VOL• : Main volume of AV amplifier
VOLª : Main volume of AV amplifier
MUTE : Muting of AV amplifier

VCR-3

OFF

V. AUX

OFF

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• Speaker system layout
Basic system layout (For a THX Surround EX system)

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

With the AVR-5800 it is also possible to use the surround speaker selector function to choose the best layout for a variety of sources and surround
modes.

Subwoofer Center speaker system

Surround speaker systems

Surround back speaker systems

Front speaker systems
Set these at the sides of the TV or screen with
their front surfaces as flush with the front of the
screen as possible.

• Surround speaker selector function
This function makes it possible to achieve the optimum sound fields for different sources by switching between two systems of surround
speakers (A and B). The settings of the different speakers (A only, B only or A+B) are stored in the memory for the different surround modes,
so they are set automatically when the surround mode is selected.

AA

BB

AA

BB

A A A A

Using A only

(Multi surround speaker system)

Using B only

(Single surround speaker system)

• It is also possible to select surround
speakers A+B, but we recommend using
the more effective multi surround speaker
system with the surround back speakers.

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-5800’s S-Video and video monitor output jacks and signals are input to the AVR-5800 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 30.)

• The AVR-5800’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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Before setting up the system

1

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

2

Either lightly press on the remote control unit’s touch panel
or press the LIGHT button to turn on the liquid crystal display.
(The back light does not turn on when the touch panel is
pressed.)

3

By default the liquid crystal display is set to display for 10
seconds, but this can be changed to approximately 120
seconds using the procedure described below so that
operations during system up can be performed securely.

4

Lightly press the remote control unit’s
jog stick (PUSH ENTER) to display the
icon display section.

5

Press the “ ” button in the icon display section to display
the “SETUP” icon.

6

Press the “SETUP” icon for at least 3 seconds to display
the setup screen.

8

Press the “ ” button in the icon display section to display
the “AVAMP” icon.
Press the “AVAMP” icon to display the page section.

ON / STANDBY

(Main unit)

1

7

Push the remote control unit’s jog
stick to the right to display the “SETUP
4/4” page.

Press the “LCD 10s” button on this
page so that this part is displayed in
half-tone dot mesh.

Now press the “•” button to set the
time display to “120”.

Push the remote control unit’s jog stick
to the right to display the “SETUP 3/5”
page.

Press “SYSTEM SETUP” at the bottom left to display the
“System Setup Menu” on the TV screen.

2

2, 5, 6, 7, 8

4, 7, 8

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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.

2

At the System Setup Menu select “Speaker Configuration”.

3

Switch to the speaker configuration screen.

4

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

• To select the speaker

• To select the parameter

Center Sp.

Front Sp.

Subwoofer

Surround Sp. A

Surround back Sp.

Surround Sp. B

1

Press “CURSOR/PAGE” at the center of the bottom line on the “AV AMP’s” “SETTING 3/5” page so
that this part is displayed in half-tone dot mesh.
Make the system setups by pushing the jog stick on the remote control unit forward and backward, left
and right.

5

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) When “Front” is set to “Large” and “Subwoofer” is set to “Yes”, the set switches to the subwoofer mode.
d) If “None” is set for surround speakers A:

“None” is automatically set for surround speakers B and surround back speaker.

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.

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• 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.

2spkrs/1spkr.....Select the number of speakers to be used for the surround back channel.

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.
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”.
For the majority of speaker system configurations, using the SMALL setting for all five main speakers and Subwoofer On with a connected
subwoofer will yield the best results.
When “Front” is set to “Small”, “Subwoofer” is automatically set to “Yes”, and when “Subwoofer” is set to “No”, “Front” is automatically
set to “Large”.

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

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

• 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

2

Enter the setting.
When “Front” is set to “Large” and “Subwoofer” is set to “Yes”, the set switches to the subwoofer mode.

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.
For the “WIDE SCREEN” and “5/7CH STEREO” DSP simulation modes, the surround speakers can be set separately.

Setting the Subwoofer mode

1

Select the subwoofer mode.

2

Enter the setting.
The System Setup Menu reappears.

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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 19).

• When the “LFE+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.

• Selection of the “LFE - THX” play mode will play the low frequency signal range of the channel selected with “LARGE” from that channel
only. Therefore, the low frequency signal range that are played from the subwoofer channel are only the low frequency signal range of LFE
(only during Dolby Digital or DTS signal playback) and the channel specified as “SMALL” in the setup menu. THX is recommended in this
play mode so that bass interference is less likely to occur in the room.

• Select the play mode that provides bass reproduction with body.

Setting the Surround Back channel

Set the operation for the digital signals when playing in the 6.1 SURROUND, DTS-ES and THX SURROUND EX surround modes.

1

At the System Setup Menu select “SB CH Auto Flag Detect” and press
the ENTER button.

2

Select the desired setting.

We recommend setting this to
“OFF”.
When set to “ON”, the
operation for software for which
no identification signals are
recorded is set.

3

Enter the setting.
The System Setup Menu reappears.

THX surround EX/DTS ES Auto Flag Detect Mode (AFDM) setting

OFF................Set the “OFF” mode to perform 6.1-channel playback with conventional 5.1-channel sources or sources on which the

identification signal described below is not recorded.

ON .................This function only works with software on which a special identification signal is recorded. This software is scheduled to go

on sale in the future.
This is a function for automatically playing in the 6.1-channel mode using the surround back speakers if the software is recorded
in THX Surround EX or DTS-ES or in the normal 5.1-channel mode without using the surround back speakers when the software
is not recorded in THX Surround EX or DTS-ES.

Non-Flag Source SB ch Output setting

OFF................Playback is conducted without using the surround back speaker.

Non MTRX.....Playback is conducted using the surround back speaker. The same signals as those of the surround channels are output from

the surround back channel.

THX surround EX/DTS ES..........Playback is conducted using the surround back speaker.

Surround back channel is reproduced using digital matrix processing.

NOTES:

• The “SB CH Auto Flag Detect” setting screen is displayed when the surround back speaker is set to “Large” or “Small” at “Speaker
Configuration”.

• The surround back speakers can also be turned on and off using the “SB CH OUT” surround parameter. (See pages 51.)
Select the setting according to the program source to be played.