Denon AVR-687 User Manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-687

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

¢SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

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

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

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

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

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

5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

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

10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

16. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

17. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

20. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

21. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified

technician to restore the product to its normal operation, e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this

indicates a need for service.

22. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

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

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

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)

1. PRODUCT

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

2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

3. NOTE

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

¢ NOTE ON USE

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

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

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

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

* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

• Do not let foreign objects into the apparatus.

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

• Never disassemble or modify the apparatus in any way.

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Contents

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-687 AV Surround Receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources. As this product is provided with an immense array of features, we recommend that before you begin hookup and operation that you review the contents of this manual before proceeding.

Accessories······················································································2 Before using ····················································································2 Cautions on installation·································································3 About the remote control unit······················································3 Inserting the batteries····································································3 Operating range of the remote control unit································3 Part names and functions

Front panel ·····················································································4 Display····························································································4 Rear panel ······················································································5 Remote control unit ···································································5, 6

Easy to setup flow ··········································································7 Speaker layout [Basic layout]························································7 Speaker connections······································································8 Connecting a DVD player and monitor ········································9 Auto Setup

q Connecting a microphone ·······················································10 w Before performing the Auto Setup procedure ························10 e Switching the front speaker ····················································10 r Starting Auto Setup ·································································11

Error messages ············································································12

Cable indications ··········································································13 The video conversion function ····················································13 Connecting a TV/DBS tuner························································14 Connecting a video camera or video game ··································14 Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals ·················14 Connecting a CD player ·······························································15 Connecting a tape deck, CD recorder or MD recorder··············15 Connecting a VCR·········································································15 Connecting the antenna terminals ·············································16 Connecting the XM terminal·······················································16 Connecting the iPod

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Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals

ZONE2 speaker out connections ·················································17

Connecting the power supply cord ············································18

Playing the input source······························································19

Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)·······························20 Listening over headphones ··························································20 Switching the front speakers ······················································20 Checking the currently playing program source, etc. ··················20 Switching the brightness of the display·······································20

Using the surround modes

Types of surround modes and their features·························20, 21 Selecting the play mode (DIRECT/STEREO) ································21 Selecting the Dolby Digital and DTS Surround mode (only with digital input) ·································································22 Selecting the Dolby Pro Logic II x (Pro Logic II) mode·················23 Selecting the DTS NEO:6 mode ··················································24 Selecting the NEURAL SURROUND mode ·································24 Surround modes and parameters········································25 ~ 27

Basic Operation

Getting Started

Easy Setup Procedure

Connecting Other Sources

Using the DENON original surround modes

Types of surround modes and their features·······························28 Selecting the DSP surround simulation ·······································29 Setting the tone control ·······························································30 Adjusting the speaker volume ·····················································30

Listening to the radio

Auto preset memory ····································································30 Auto tuning···················································································31 Manual tuning ··············································································31 Preset memory ············································································31 Recalling preset stations ······························································31

XM Satellite Radio········································································32

Checking the XM signal strength and Radio ID ···························32 Channel selection·········································································32 Category search ···········································································32

Night mode ···················································································33 User mode function

Storing the settings in the memory ·············································33 Calling the settings out ································································33

Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image (VIDEO SELECT function)····················33 Personal memory plus function··················································33 Playing the iPod

·········································································34 Listening to music in the Browse mode······································34 Viewing still pictures and videos (only for iPods equipped with the slideshow / video function) ····························35 Disconnecting the iPod ································································35

Multi zone music entertainment system···································36

Remote control unit operations during multi-source playback (selecting the source)···································································36

Recording the program source (recording the source currently being monitored)····················37 About the memory functions······················································37 Initialization of the microprocessor (Reset) ·································37

Advanced Operation

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Speaker Setup

Setting the Speaker Configuration ·········································45, 46 Setting the Subwoofer Mode Setup ············································46 Setting the Distance ······························································46, 47 Setting the Crossover Frequency ················································47 Setting the Test Tone···································································47

Troubleshooting······································································

55, 56

Additional Information···························································

53, 54

Specifications················································································

List of preset codes············································End of this manual

Operating DENON audio components ·······································48 Setting the preset memory function··········································48 Operating a component stored in the preset memory ····49 ~ 51 Setting the punch through function···········································52

Advanced Setup – Part 2

Operating the remote control unit

Accessories

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

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

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

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

r Remote control unit (RC-1048).................................................1

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

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

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

i Setup microphone (DM-S205) (Approx. 23-5/8 ft / 6 m) ..........1

Getting Started

Before using

Pay attention to the following before using this unit:

• Moving the unit.

To prevent short-circuits or damaged wires in the connection cables, always unplug the power supply cord and disconnect the connection cables between all other audio components when moving the unit.

• Cautions on using mobile phones.

Using a mobile phone near this unit may result in noise. If so, move the mobile phone away from this unit when it is in use.

•Before turning the power operation button on.

Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are not problems with the connection cables. Always set the power operation button to the standby position before connecting and disconnecting connection cables.

• Store these instructions in a safe place.

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

• Whenever the power operation button is in the STANDBY state, the unit is still connected to AC line voltage. Please be sure to turn off the power operation button or unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a vacation.

• Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes.

System setup items and default values·······························38, 39 Navigating through the System Setup items ···························40 About the front display ································································40 Input Setup

Setting the Digital In Assignment ················································41 Setting the iPod Assignment ······················································41 Setting the Component In Assignment ·······································41 Setting the Video Convert····························································42 Setting the Audio Delay ·······························································42 Setting the EXT. IN Subwoofer Level ·········································42 Setting the Auto Preset Memory·················································43

Option Setup

Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment ····································43 Setting the Volume Control··························································44 Setting the 2ch Direct/Stereo Custom·········································44 Setting the Auto Surround Mode·················································45

Advanced Setup – Part 1

Getting Started Getting Started

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About the remote control unit

In addition to controlling the AVR-687, the attached remote control unit (RC-1048) can also be used to control the following products:

q DENON component products w Component products other than DENON:

• Set using the preset memory function ( page 48).

Cautions on installation

Wall

Note

Note: For heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar enclosure.

Inserting the batteries

q Remove the remote control

unit’s rear cover.

w Set two R6P/AA batteries in

the battery compartment in the indicated direction.

e Put the rear cover back on.

Notes on batteries:

• Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unit is operated nearby the unit. (The attached batteries are only for verifying operation.)

• When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction, following the “<” and “>” marks in the battery compartment.

•To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:

• Do not use a new battery together with an old one.

•Do not use two different types of batteries.

• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of batteries

in flames.

• Remove the batteries from the remote control unit when you do not plan to use it for an extended period of time.

• If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery compartment and insert new batteries.

• Remove the batteries from the remote if it will not be in use for long periods.

Operating range of the remote control unit

30°

Approx. 23 feet/7 m

• Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.

• The remote control unit can be used from a distance of approximately 23 feet/7 meters, at a horizontal angle of up to 30° with respect to the sensor.

NOTE:

• It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the remote

sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light.

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Display

Signal channel indicator

Lights when the preset channel is displayed at

Information display

Input signal indicators

Master volume indicator

This displays the volume level. The Setup item number is displayed in System Setup.

Input mode indicators

ZONE2 indicator

ZONE2 mode is selected in Power Amplifier Assignment.

STEREO indicator

This lights when an FM stereo broadcast has been received.

AUTO indicator

This lights when the broadcast station is selected in the AUTO tuning mode.

TUNED indicator

This lights when an FM/AM broadcast has been received.

Part names and functions

Front panel

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

Power operation button (ON/STANDBY)··········································(10)

Power indicator ·········································(10)

Power switch·······································(10, 37)

Headphones jack (PHONES)·····················(20)

ANALOG button ········································(19)

SPEAKER buttons································(10, 37)

ZONE2 button············································(36)

SHIFT button ··············································(31)

USER MODE buttons ································(33)

PRESET buttons···································(30, 31)

V. AUX INPUT terminals

Remove the cap covering the terminals when you want to use them.

SETUP MIC jack·········································(10)

SYSTEM SETUP button····························(40)

SURR. MODE/SURR. PARA button··········(19)

SELECT/ENTER knob··························(21, 29)

#0 @8 @6@9

@3@5 @2 !9 !7@1

!8@4

r y i o !1 !4!2 !5 !6

u !0

ru yio

Cursor buttons (DD, HH)·······························(22)

MASTER VOLUME control knob··············(19)

TUNING buttons (•, ª) ·····························(31)

STATUS button··········································(20)

DIMMER button·········································(20)

VIDEO SELECT button ······························(33)

OUTPUT indicators······························(22, 36)

Display

INPUT mode indicators ·····························(19)

SIGNAL indicators·····································(22)

BAND button··············································(31)

@7 EXT. IN button············································(19) @8

Remote control sensor································(3)

INPUT MODE button·································(19)

INPUT SELECTOR knob ····························(19)

• The SELECT/ENTER knob on the main unit operates in the same way as the CURSORFFand GGbuttons on the remote control unit.

• The control functions in the same way as the

CURSORFFbutton when turned counterclockwise,

as the CURSORGGbutton when turned clockwise.

• The control functions in the same way as the ENTER button when pressed the knob.

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Remote control unit

Remote control signal transmitter························(3)

Power buttons··········(10, 49)

Master volume control buttons····························(19)

CH SELECT/ENTER button··················(22, 30, 49)

NIGHT/AUDIO button························(33, 49)

MUTING button··············(20)

STATUS/RETURN button························(20, 49)

Tuner system/System buttons······················(31, 32)

Rear panel

PRE OUT terminal········································(8)

EXT. IN terminals·······································(14)

DIGITAL terminals

(Optical/Coaxial) ·······································(9, 15)

AUDIO OUT terminals···························(9, 15)

Speaker terminals ·································(8, 43)

Power supply cord·····································(18)

AC outlets···················································(18)

COMPONENT VIDEO terminals··················(9)

VIDEO/S-VIDEO terminals··························(9)

DOCK CONTROL jack································(17)

AUDIO IN terminals·····································(9)

XM terminal ···············································(16)

ANTENNA terminals ·································(16)

VIDEO SELECT/SETUP button························(33, 49)

Input source selector buttons····························(19)

Indicator··························(48)

Cursor buttons (DD, HH, FF, GG)··············(11, 22)

DISPLAY button··············(49)

DIMMER/MENU button························(20, 49)

Mode selector switches····················(10, 48)

System buttons ·····(49 ~ 51)

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MAIN buttons·················(36)

Input source selector/ Number buttons·······(19, 49)

SURROUND PARAMETER/ AUDIO button···········(19, 49)

ENTER button···········(22, 49)

Cursor buttons (DD, HH, FF, GG)········(11, 22, 49)

INPUT MODE/RETURN button························(19, 49)

SURROUND MODE buttons······················(21, 29)

TEST TONE/DISPLAY button························(47, 49)

Tuner system/System buttons······················(31, 49)

ZONE2 buttons ···············(36)

SYSTEM SETUP/SETUP button························(40, 49)

[ Rear ]

NOTE:

• If buttons on the front or rear are pressed strongly, the button on the opposite side will be activated too.

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Speaker layout [Basic layout]

Example of basic layout with eight speakers and a monitor.

Subwoofer Center speaker

Surround speaker

Surround back speaker

Front speaker

Set these at the sides of the monitor or screen with their front surfaces as flush with the front of the screen as possible.

• This section contains the basic steps necessary to configure the AVR-687 according to your listening room environment and the source equipment and loudspeakers you are using.

•To set the sound field manually ( page 45 ~ 47).

Easy to setup flow

Easy Setup Procedure

Auto setup flow

1) Speaker Configuration

2) Distance

3) Channel Level

Connecting a microphone ( page 10).

The measurement of the speakers in the

listening position.

Check of the measurement result.

Placing the speakers.

Connecting the speakers.

Connect the DVD player to

the AVR-687.

Connect the AVR-687’s

monitor output terminal to

the TV’s video input

terminal ( page 9).

Store the measurement result in the memory.

Play a DVD.

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¢ Connections

•With the AVR-687, up to ten speakers can be connected for surround playback.

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

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

Connection terminal for subwoofer with built-in amplifier.

Front speakers

(A)

Surround

speakers

Front speakers

(B)

Subwoofer

Surround back

speakers

Center

speaker

ImpedanceSpeaker

Connecting the speaker cables

Speaker connections

Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that like polarities are matched (

with <, >with >).

¢ Speaker impedance

Note on speaker impedance

When using speakers with an impedance below the designated value (for example 4 Ω/ohms), playing for long periods of time with the volume high could cause the temperature to rise, activating the protection circuit. When the protection circuit is activated, the output to the speakers is cut off and the power indicator blinks. If this happens, unplug the power cord, wait for the set to cool off and improve ventilation around the unit. Also check the wiring of the input cables and the speaker cables. After doing this, plug the power cord back in and turn the unit’s 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: When making connections, take care that none of the individual conductors of the speaker cable come in contact with adjacent terminals, with other speaker cable conductors, or with the rear panel and screws. NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is on. Doing so could result in electric shocks.

1. Loosen by turning counterclockwise.

Either tightly twist or terminate the core wires.

2. Insert the cable.

3. Tighten by turning clockwise.

6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms

Center

Surround

Surround back / ZONE2

6 ~ 16 Ω/ohmsFront A, B

12 ~ 16 Ω/ohmsFront A+B

Connecting banana plugs

Turn clockwise to tighten, then insert the banana plug.

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• For best picture quality (especially with progressive DVD and other high definition sources), choose the component video connection to your monitor. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided if your monitor does not have component video inputs.

Connecting a DVD player and monitor

•To connect the video output from the DVD player to the AVR-687, you only need to choose one connection type. For more information about the video up conversion function ( page 13).

•To connect the digital audio output from the DVD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to use the coaxial connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 41).

Audio signal flow is shown with white arrows, video signal flow is shown with gray arrows.

• Connect a non-DVD video disc player (such as a laser disc, VCD/SVCD, or future high definition disc player) to the DVD/VDP terminals in the same way.

• The component video input and/or output terminals may be labelled differently on some monitors or video components. Check the owner’s manuals for other components for further information.

DVD player

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

OPTICAL

OUT

AUDIO OUT

Monitor

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO

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Auto Setup

The AVR-687’s auto setup use the attached microphone to measure the acoustic properties in the room and automatically make the optimum settings.

•To make the sound field settings manually ( page 45 ~ 47).

q Connecting a microphone

Connect the attached setup microphone to

SETUP

MIC

Mount the setup microphone on a camera tripod, etc., and set with the receptor pointing towards the ceiling.

Microphone

Place the setup microphone’s sound receptor at the height of the ears in the listening position. It is not possible to measure properly if there are any obstacles between the speakers and microphone. Check that there are no obstacles.

About the button names in this explanation

: Buttons on the main unit

[]: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

Sound receptor

Press

ON/STANDBY

or [ON/SOURCE].

• The power indicator blinks green and the power turns on.

Press

POWER

£ OFF:

The power turns off and the indicator is off.

¢ ON:

The power indicator lights red.

Turn on your subwoofer.

Set the volume to halfway and set the crossover frequency to the maximum or Low pass filter off if your subwoofer can adjust the output volume and the crossover frequency. Some subwoofers have a standby mode. Be sure to turn this function off before performing the Auto Setup procedure.

Turn on your monitor.

w Before performing the Auto Setup procedure

2 3

Set [MODE SELECTOR 1] to “AUDIO”.

• Auto Setup mode is not displayed when using headphones.

e Switching the front speaker

Press

SPEAKER

to select the front speaker (Front A,

Front B or Front A+B).

[MODE SELECTOR 1]

[ON/SOURCE]

D H F G

D H F G

<POWER>

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r Starting Auto Setup

Press FFto start the Auto Setup.

•Start the measurements.

Measurement of each channel is performed as follows:

Disconnect the setup mic to finish Auto Setup.

Cautions during measurements:

• Loud test tones are output during the measurements. Be careful for example when small children are nearby.

•Proper measurements may not be possible if there are obstacles between the speaker and the setup microphone.

• During the measurements, do not stand between or near the speakers and setup microphone.

•To avoid influencing the measurements, turn off the power of airconditioners or any other equipment producing sound in the room. Perform the measurements with the room as quiet as possible.

•Measurement is cancelled when VOLUME is operated while the Auto Setup is performed.

FL FR C SW SL SR

SBL SBR

1 2

1: The subwoofer speaker is measured twice. 2: Not displayed when “ZONE2” is set at “Setting the Power

Amplifier Assignment” ( page 43). After each channel is measured, “Calculating” appears. The display switches to the speaker check display automatically.

M e a s u r e : F L < C c l

C a l c u l a t i n g

S p e a k e r : 3 / 4 / . 1

¢ Check the results of the speaker detection

Example: 7.1-channel systems

S p e a k e r : 3 / 4 / . 1

Subwoofer

Surround and Surround back speaker

Front and Center speaker

Press

DD HH

to select “Store”, then pressFF.

Cancel:

Cancel the checked measurement values.

Store:

Store the checked measurement values. All parameters are stored.

Retry:

Measure again.

¢ About automatic retry

To confirm the results of the measurements, remeasurement is automatically performed. Remeasurement is performed up to two times. During this time, “Retry1” or “Retry2” is displayed on the display.

O v e r l o a d R e t r y 1

• When measurements have been made using the measurement microphone, speakers with a built-in filter such as subwoofers might be set with a value that differs from the physical distance because of the internal electrical delay.

NOTE:

• Do not change the speaker connections or subwoofer volume

after making the measurements.

• Do not turn off the power while the data is being stored.

S e t u p < S t o r e

S t o r i n g

A u t o S e t < S t a r t

MeasuresCauseExample

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q The speakers required for producing suitable reproduction

have not been detected.

• Check that the pertinent speakers are properly connected.

w The speaker polarity is connected in reverse.

• Check the polarity of the pertinent speakers.

• For some speakers, the screen below may be displayed even though the speakers are properly connected. If so, select “Skip

”.

Error messages

An error message is displayed if the measurements could not be completed automatically due to the speaker layout, the measuring environment, etc. Please check the following matters, reset the pertinent items, and measure again. Be sure to turn off the AVR-687’s power before checking the speaker connections.

C a u t i o n : S P N o n e

F L

C a u t i o n : P h a s e

F L / R

e When accurate measurements cannot be made due to

the input level of the microphone being too high.

• Set up the speakers so that their position is farther away from the listening position.

• Lower the volume of the subwoofer speaker.

C a u t i o n

O v e r l o a d < E x i t

Press

DD HH

to select the items, then press FF.

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Cable indications

Signal direction

The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cables (not supplied).

Video cableAudio cable

NOTE:

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

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

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

• Do not bundle power cords together with speaker cables. Doing so could result in humming or noise.

Analog connections (Stereo)

(Orange)

Pin-plug cable

Analog connections (Monaural, for subwoofer)

Pin-plug cable

Digital connections (Coaxial)

Coaxial cable (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug cable)

(Yellow)

Digital connections (Optical)

Optical fiber cable

Speaker connections

Speaker cable

Video connections

Video cable (75 Ω/ohms video pin-plug cable)

S-Video

connections

S-Video cable

Audio signal

Video signal

(White)

(Red)

Component video connections

Component video cable

(Y)

B/CB)

(PR

/CR)

(Green)

(Blue)

(Red)

IN OUT OUT IN

Connecting Other Sources

With the AVR-687, the Video signal and the S-Video signal which were inputted are mutually converted. And also the Video signal and the SVideo signal which were inputted are converted into a higher quality.

The flow of the video signals.

This unit’s input

terminals

This unit’s output

terminals

(Component Video

terminals)

(Component Video

terminals)

(S-Video terminal)

(Video terminal)

The video conversion function

(S-Video terminal)

(Video terminal)

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Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your TV or DBS tuner. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided.

•To connect the digital audio output from the TV or DBS tuner, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to use the coaxial connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 41).

TV/DBS tuner

S VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OPTICAL

OUT

Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals

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

• The video signal connection is the same as that for a DVD player ( page 9).

• For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals ( page 19).

•With discs on which special copyright protection measures have been taken, however, the digital signals may not be output from the DVD player. In this case, connect the DVD player’s analog multi-channel output to the AVR-687’s EXT. IN terminals for playback. Also refer to your DVD player’s operating instructions.

Connecting a video camera or video game

Video camera /

Video game

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

DVD Audio-Video /

Super Audio CD player /

External decoder

7.1ch AUDIO OUT

FRONT

CENTER

SURROUND

WOOFER

BACK

SUB-

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Connecting a VCR

• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your VCR. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided.

• If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital source, such as a DVD recorder to an analog recorder such as a cassette deck, you will need to connect the analog inputs and outputs as shown below, in addition to the digital audio connections.

•When recording to a VCR, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source equipment be the same type that is connected to the AVR-687 VCR OUT terminal.

Example: TV IN → S-Video cable : VCR OUT → S-Video cable

TV IN → Video cable : VCR OUT → Video cable

Connecting a tape deck, CD recorder or MD recorder

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

Tape deck /

CD recorder /

MD recorder

Connecting a CD player

To connect the digital audio output from the CD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 41).

AUDIO OUT

CD player

COAXIAL

OUT

Video deck

S VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

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Connecting the XM terminal

•AVR-687 is the XM Ready®receiver. You can receive XM®Satellite Radio by connecting to the XM

Passport System (sold separately) and subscribing to the XM service.

• Plug the XM Passport System into XM terminal on the rear panel.

• Position the XM Passport System near a south-facing window to receive the best signal.

For details, see “XM Satellite Radio” ( page 32). When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the XM Passport System.

NOTE:

• Keep the power supply cord unplugged until the XM Passport System connection has been

completed.

AUX OUT

XM Passport System

¢ AM loop antenna assembly

Connect to the AM

antenna terminals.

Remove the vinyl tie and take out the connection line.

Bend in the reverse direction.

a. With the antenna on

top any stable surface.

b. With the antenna

attached to a wall.

Mount

Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.

NOTE:

• Do not connect two FM antennas

simultaneously.

•Even if an external AM antenna is used, do

not disconnect the AM loop antenna.

• Make sure the AM loop antenna lead

terminals do not touch metal parts of the panel.

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

Connecting the antenna terminals

Direction of broadcasting station

75 Ω/ohms Coaxial cable

FM antenna

FM indoor antenna (Supplied)

AM loop antenna

(Supplied)

AM outdoor antenna

Ground

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.

• The XM name and related logo are registered trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights

reserved.

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For instructions on operations using the MULTI ZONE functions ( page 36).

Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminalsConnecting the iPod

iPod

ASD-1R

AUDIO OUT

S-VIDEO OUT

When using an iPod, you must connect the Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) and the DOCK CONTROL jack on the AVR-687 with a mini-jack and assign the iPod to any AUDIO and/or S-VIDEO terminal(s). The diagram below shows an example of connections for when the iPod is assigned to the DVD/VDP terminal.

For instructions on assigning the iPod to a specific terminal, see “Setting the iPod Assignment” ( page 41). For instructions on playing the iPod, see “Playing the iPod” ( page 34, 35).

• The optional standard Control Dock for iPod is DENON ASD-1R sold separately.

• When the surround back’s power amplifier is assigned to the ZONE2 output channel at Power Amplifier Assignment mode, the surround back speaker terminals can be used as the ZONE2 speaker out terminals ( page 36).

• The connections diagram below is an example for when the surround back speaker is assigned to the ZONE2 stereo 2 channel. In this case, surround back speaker out can not be used for MAIN ZONE.

ZONE2 speaker out connections

ZONE2

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Connection terminal for subwoofer with built-in amplifier.

Front speakers

(A)

Surround

speakers

Front speakers

(B)

Subwoofer

ZONE2 Front

speakers

Center

speaker

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