Denon AVR-682, AVR-1602 User Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-1602/682

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODE D’EMPLOI

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We greatly appreciate your purchase of this unit.

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To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the
features this unit 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
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PRIERE DE NOTER LE NUMERO DE SERIE DE L’APPAREIL
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LE CONSULTER EN CAS DE PROBLEME.”

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Nous vous remercions pour l’achat de cet appareil.

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Pour être sûr de profiter au maximum de toutes les
caractéristiques qu’offre cet appareil, lire avec soin ces
instructions et bien utiliser l’appareil. Toujours
conserver ce mode d’emploi pour s’y référer
ultérieurement en cas de question ou de problème.

FOR ENGLISH READERS PAGE 2 ~ PAGE 47, 92, 93 POUR LES LECTEURS FRANCAIS PAGE 2, 48 ~ PAGE 93

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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.

FRANCAIS

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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2 INTRODUCTION

2 ACCESSORIES

Thank you for choosing the DENON A/V Surround receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound
listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources.
As this product is provided with an immense array of features, we recommend that before you begin hookup and operation that you review the
contents of this manual before proceeding.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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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 operation switch on

Check once again that all connections are proper and that there are
not problems with the connection cords. Always set the power
operation 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.

• V. AUX terminal

The AVR-1602’s front panel is
equipped with a V. AUX
terminal. Remove the cap
covering the terminal when
you want to use it.

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

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Cautions on Installation ..............................................................................5

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

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

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Part Names and Functions.....................................................................6, 7

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Read this first .............................................................................................8

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Setting up the Speaker Systems................................................................8

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Connections .........................................................................................9~14

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Using the Remote Control Unit................................................................15

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Setting up the System .......................................................................16~20

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Remote Control Unit..........................................................................21~23

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Operation ...........................................................................................24~28

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Surround.............................................................................................29~33

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DSP Surround Simulation...................................................................34~38

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Listening to the Radio……………………………………………………39~41

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Last Function Memory .............................................................................42

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Initialization of the Microprocessor.…………………………………………42

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Additional Information........................................................................43~45

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Troubleshooting........................................................................................46

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Specifications .…………………………………………………………………47

List of Preset Codes..................................................................................92, 93

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

w Warranty ( for North America model only ) ............................................1

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

r Remote control unit (RC-896).................................................................1

rt y u

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t R6P/AA batteries ....................................................................................2

y AM loop antenna ....................................................................................1

u FM indoor antenna..................................................................................1

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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 jack, HEADPHONE jack and SPEAKER

terminals

The PRE OUT jack, HEADPHONE jack and SPEAKER terminals
include a muting circuit. Because of this, the output signals are
greatly reduced for several seconds after the power operation
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 operation switch is in the STANDBY

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

1. Dolby Pro Logic II decoder

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

2. Dolby Digital decoder

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

3. DTS (Digital Theater Systems)

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. High performance DSP simulates 7 sound fields

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

5. Personal Memory Plus function

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

6. Remote control unit with pre-memory function

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

7. 6CH EXT. IN jack

This unit is equipped with 6CH EXT. IN jacks for use with audio
formats of the future.

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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 0.3 ft (10 cm) of space between
the top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other
components.

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0.3 ft (10 cm) or more

wall

0.3 ft (10 cm) or more

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PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Front Panel

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

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!9@0

@1@2@3

@4

@5

@6

@7@8@9

!0 !1 !3 !4 !5o

!6!8 !7#0

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Power operation switch ..............................................(17, 24, 39)

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Headphones jack (PHONES)....................................................(27)

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Preset station selector buttons ...............................................(41)

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SPEAKER A/B buttons.................................................(24, 27, 42)

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INPUT MODE button...................................................(25, 28, 32)

y

ANALOG button ................................................................(25, 28)

u

EXT. IN button ...................................................................(25, 28)

i

TONE DEFEAT button ............................................................(26)

o

VIRTUAL SURROUND button .....................................(34, 35, 37)

!0

VIDEO SELECT button ............................................................(27)

!1

V. AUX INPUT jacks.............................................................(4, 11)

!2

SURROUND MODE button...................................(26, 30, 32, 37)

!3

SURROUND PARAMETER button...........................................(37)

!4

SELECT UP/DOWN button .............................(26, 29, 30, 32, 37)

!5

TONE CONTROL button..........................................................(26)

!6

CH VOL button ........................................................................(29)

!7

MASTER VOLUME control......................................................(26)

!8

STATUS button ........................................................................(27)

!9

DIMMER button ......................................................................(27)

@0

Master volume indicator (VOLUME LEVEL)............................(26)

@1

Display

@2

TUNING UP/DOWN button .....................................................(40)

@3

MEMORY button...............................................................(39, 41)

@4

MODE button ..........................................................................(40)

@5

BAND button ...........................................................................(40)

@6

SIGNAL indicators....................................................................(26)

@7

INPUT mode indicators............................................................(26)

@8

Remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR) ..........................(15)

@9

Power operation indicator

#0

Input source selector buttons ...........................................(25, 32)

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Remote control unit

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

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DVD/VDP

CD

TV/DBS

VCR

SURROUND

MODE

TUNER SHIFT

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-896

STATUS MUTING

T.TONE

MASTER

VOL

TITLE

DISC SKIP+

V. AUX

INPUT MODE CDR / TAPE

CHANNEL TV

CD·MD/CDR·DVD/VDP

VIDEO SELECT

SYSTEM

SET UP MENU

SELECT

RETURN DISPLAY

SURROUND

CH SELECT

VOLUME

CHANNEL

AVR/AVC

DVD/VDP

TV VCR

AUDIO

CD

MD/CDR

VIDEO

POWER

TAPE·VCR

OFF

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4

9

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ON

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6

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INPUT MODE button ...................(25, 28)

Cursor buttons.......................(16, 32, 35)

System buttons (TV) ..........................(23)

Test tone button.................................(29)

Remote control signal

transmitter .........................................(15)

Master volume control

buttons...............................................(26)

POWER buttons ..........................(22, 23)

MUTING button .................................(27)

Mode selector switch............(16, 21, 22)

Input source selector

buttons.........................................(25, 32)

Preset station select

buttons.........................................(21, 41)

System buttons

(CD, MD/CDR, DVD/VDP) ............(21, 23)

SYSTEM (SYSTEM SET UP)

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

System buttons (TAPE, VCR)

buttons.........................................(21, 23)

SURROUND MODE

button ........................(26, 29, 30, 32, 35)

SURROUND (SURROUND PARAMETER)

button...........................................(32, 35)

STATUS button...................................(27)

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READ THIS FIRST

This AV Surround Receiver must be setup before use. Following these steps.

2 Speaker system layout

Basic system layout

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

Subwoofer Center speaker system

Surround 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.

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SETTING UP THE SPEAKER SYSTEMS

Step 3 (page 16 to 20)

Finally, setting up the system.

Step 2 (page 15)

Next, insert the batteries into the remote control unit.

Step 1 (page 8 to 14)

Choose the best location to setup the Speakers and connecting the components.

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CONNECTIONS

• Do not plug in the power 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 power cords or
placing them near a power transformer will result in generating
hum or other noise.

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

Connecting the audio components

PRE OUT

SUB
WOOFER

DVD/
VDP

DVD/
VDP

TV/

DBS

VCR VCR

MONITOR
DVD/
VDP

TV/
DBS

TV/
DBS

CDR/
TAPE

CDR/
TAPE

VCR

VCR

VCR

VCR

MONITOR

IN

IN

IN IN

OUT

OUT

OUT OUT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

OPTICAL

CD

FL

C

SL

FR

SW

SR

R

L

AUDIO

EXT. IN

ANTENNA TERMINALS

DIGITAL

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

AC OUTLETS

SURROUNDFRONT

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

FRONT A OR B / 6 16
A + B / 6 16

CENTER

AC 120V 60Hz

SWITCHED

TOTAL 120W(1A.) MAX.

R L

R L R L

AB

CENTER / 6 16
SURROUND / 6 16

FM
COAX.
75

AM
LOOP
ANT.

LINE OUT

SURROUND

SUB WOOFER

CENTER

FRONT

LINE OUT

LINE OUT

LINE IN

LINE OUT

LINE IN

R

OUTPUTINPUT

LRL

R

OUTPUT

L

R

L

R

L

R

L

L

R

L

R

R

L

R

L

L

R

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

INPUTOUTPUT

OPTICAL

B

Connecting a CD player

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

Decoders with 6-channel
analog outputs, etc.

DIGITAL jacks

Use these for connections to audio equipment with digital output. Refer
to Page 20 for instructions on setting this terminal.

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 CORD

AC 120V, 60Hz

Connect the internal amplifier’s subwoofer to the subwoofer
terminal. (Refer to page 13.)

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 player

Tape deck or CD recorder

• Use 75 Ω/ohms cable pin cords (sold separately) for coaxial

connections.

• Use optical cables (sold separately) for optical connections.

Subwoofer jack

CD recorder, MD recorder or other component
equipped with digital output lacks.

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Connecting the video equipments

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.

PRE OUT

SUB
WOOFER

DVD/
VDP

DVD/
VDP

TV/
DBS

TV/
DBS

CDR/
TAPE

CDR/
TAPE

VCR

VCR

VCR

VCR

MONITOR

IN

IN IN

OUT

OUT OUT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

OPTICAL

CD

FL

C

SL

FR

SW

SR

R

L

AUDIO

EXT. IN

ANTENNA TERMINALS

DIGITAL

VIDEO

FM
COAX.
75

AM
LOOP
ANT.

IN

VIDEO

R
L

R
L

R
L

L

R

R OUT IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

LRL

R

L

R

L

R OUT

VIDEO

OUT

L

AUDIO

OUT

COAXIAL

DIGITAL

L

R

R OUT

VIDEO

OPTICAL

OUT

L

AUDIO

OUT

DIGITAL

L

R

TV or DBS tuner

DVD player or VDP

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 DVD player or a video disc player (VDP)

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

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

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

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

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.

VIDEO

NOTE:

Connection of the video disc Player Equipped with Dolby Digital RF
(AC-3RF) Output Jack.

• Please use a commercially available adaptor when connecting the
Dolby Digital RF (AC-3RF) output jack of the video disc player to
the digital input jack.
Please refer to the instruction manual of the adapter when making
connections.

Video deck

Video input/output connections:

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

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

Connecting the audio output jacks:

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

AUDIOAUDIO

VIDEOVIDEO

Connecting a video decks

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

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Connecting a video component equipped with S-video jacks

• When marking 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.

PRE OUT

SUB
WOOFER

DVD/
VDP

DVD/
VDP

TV/

DBS

VCR VCR

MONITOR
DVD/
VDP

TV/
DBS

TV/
DBS

CDR/
TAPE

CDR/
TAPE

VCR

VCR

VCR

VCR

MONITOR

IN

IN

IN IN

OUT

OUT

OUT OUT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

OPTICAL

CD

FL

C

SL

FR

SW

SR

R

L

AUDIO

EXT. IN

ANTENNA TERMINALS

DIGITAL

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

FM
COAX.
75

AM
LOOP
ANT.

IN

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT IN

S-VIDEO

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT

DVD player, VDP, etc.

Connecting a DVD player or video disc player (VDP)

DVD/VDP

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

Connecting a monitor TV

MONITOR OUT

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

S-VIDEO

Monitor TV

Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

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

S-VIDEO

TV or satellite broadcast tuner

Video deck

Connecting the video decks

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

VCR OUT jack using S jack connection cords.

S-VIDEO

S-VIDEO

Connect the components’ audio inputs and outputs as described on page 10.

R VIDEO OUTL

AUDIO VIDEO

R VIDEO OUTL

AUDIO VIDEO

L

R

L

R

L

R

Connecting a TV game equipment

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

TV game

Video camera

Connecting a video camera equipment

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

The V. AUX terminal is covered with a cap. Remove this cap in order to use the terminal. (See page 4 for instructions on removing the cap.)

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1

4

2

3

Connecting the antenna terminals

PRE OUT

SUB
WOOFER

DVD/
VDP

DVD/
VDP

TV/
DBS

TV/
DBS

CDR/
TAPE

CDR/
TAPE

VCR

VCR

VCR

VCR

MONITOR

IN

IN IN

OUT

OUT OUT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

OPTICAL

CD

FL

C

SL

FR

SW

SR

R

L

AUDIO

EXT. IN

ANTENNA TERMINALS

DIGITAL

VIDEO

FM
COAX.
75

AM
LOOP
ANT.

DIRECTION OF
BROADCASTING
STATION

AM LOOP
ANTENNA
(An Accessory)

FM ANTENNA

GROUND

AM OUTDOOR
ANTENNA

FM INDOOR ANTENNA
(An Accessory)

75 Ω/ohms
COAXIAL
CABLE

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.

Connection of AM antennas

1. Push the lever. 2. Insert the
conductor.

3. Return the lever.

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.

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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

• When speaker systems A and B are use separately, speakers with an

impedance of 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can be connected for use as front speakers.

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

since use of speakers with an impedance of 12 to 16 Ω/ohms.

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

as center and surround speakers.

• The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for long periods of
time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the
specified impedance are connected.

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.

Connecting banana plugs

Turn clockwise to tighten, then insert the
banana plug.

PRE OUT

SUB
WOOFER

DVD/
VDP

DVD/

VDP

TV/
DBS

VCR VCR

MONITOR
DVD/
VDP

TV/
DBS

TV/
DBS

CDR/
TAPE

CDR/
TAPE

VCR

VCR

VCR

VCR

MONITOR

IN

IN

IN IN

OUT

OUT

OUT OUT

COAXIAL

OPTICAL

OPTICAL

CD

FL

C

SL

FR

SW

SR

R

L

AUDIO

EXT. IN

ANTENNA TERMINALS

DIGITAL

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

SPEAKER SYSTEMS

AC OUTLETS

SURROUNDFRONT

SPEAKER IMPEDANCE

FRONT A OR B / 6 16
A + B / 6 16

CENTER

AC 120V 60Hz

SWITCHED

TOTAL 120W(1A.) MAX.

R L

R L R L

AB

CENTER / 6 16
SURROUND / 6 16

FM
COAX.
75

AM
LOOP
ANT.

(L)(R)

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

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

To achieve Dolby Digital (AC-3) playback

effect, use a unit that can sufficiently
reproduce frequencies of under 80 Hz.

SURROUND SPEAKER SYSTEMS

CENTER SPEAKER SYSTEM

FRONT 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.

banana plug

1. Push the lever. 2. Insert the cord. 3. Return the lever.

System B

FRONT SPEAKER SYSTEMS

System A

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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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9

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

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

Range of operation of the remote control unit

Inserting the batteries

B

B

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

NOTES:

• The remote control unit can be used from a straight distance of
approximately 23 feet/7 meters, but this distance will shorten or
operation will become difficult if there are obstacles between the
remote control unit and the remote control sensor, if the remote
control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or other strong light, or
if operated from an angle.

• Neon signs or other devices emitting pulse-type noise nearby may
result in malfunction, so keep the set as far away from such
devices as possible.

Approx. 23 feet/7 m

30°

30°

w Insert the R6P/AA batteries properly, as

shown on the diagram.

q Press as shown by the arrow and slide

off.

e Close the lid.

NOTES:

• Use only R6P/AA batteries for replacement.

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

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

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

battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.

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

• Even if less than a year has passed, replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unit is

operated nearby the set. (The included battery is only for verifying operation. Replace it with a new battery as soon as possible.)

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10

SETTING UP THE SYSTEM

• Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in “CONNECTIONS” (see pages 9 to 14), make the
various settings described below on the display.
These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the this unit.

SYSTEM SETUP button

Press this to display the system setup on the display.

CURSOR buttons (•, ª, 0, 1)

Press this change what appears on the display.

SELECT button

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

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

System setup Default settings

Speaker
Configuration

Subwoofer Mode

Channel Level

Digital Input

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

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

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

Input

source

Digital
Inputs

Front Sp.

Large

Center Sp. Surround Sp. Sub Woofer

Small Small Yes

Front & Subwoofer Center Surround L & R —

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

Front L

Front R Center

Surround R

Subwoofer

0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB0 dB

DVD/VDP TV/DBS

COAXIAL OPTICAL

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.

Surround L

0 dB

1

Set the slide switch to “AUDIO”.

2

Use the following buttons to set up the system:

AUDIO

CD

MD/CDR

VIDEO

This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass
signals.

Subwoofer mode = Normal

—

—

NOTE:

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

CD·MD/CDR·DVD/VDP

VIDEO SELECT

TITLE

3

CH SELECT

SELECT

2

SURROUND

STATUS MUTING

6

SYSTEM

SET UP MENU

T.TONE

RETURN DISPLAY

DISC SKIP+

98

MASTER

7

VOL

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Before setting up the system

1

2

Press the SYSTEM button to enter the setting.

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

3

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

*SYSTEM SET UP

NOTE:

Press the SYSTEM button again to finish system set up. System set up can be finished at any time. The changes to the settings made up to
that point are entered.

NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO” position of the slide switch on the remote control unit.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

Setting the speaker configuration

1

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

1 FRONT LARGE

LARGE

SMALL

(left) button (right) button

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

2

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

2 CENTER SMALL

LARGE

SMALL

NONE

(left) button (right) button

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

3

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

3 SURR. SMALL

LARGE

SMALL

NONE

(left) button (right) button

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

NOTE:

• When “Small” has been selected for the front speakers, “Large” cannot be selected for the center speaker.

(Initial)

(Initial)

(Initial)