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.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
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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 / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION
n
• Do not let foreign objects into the unit.
• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans
l’appareil.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and
thinner come in contact with the unit.
• Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides,
du benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.
• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when
installed in a rack.
• Eviter des températures élevées.
Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur
suffisante lors de l’installation sur une
étagère.
• Keep the unit 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
unit for long periods of time.
• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation
lorsque l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant
de longues périodes.
ENGLISHFRANCAIS
• 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.
* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.
• Never disassemble or modify the unit in
any way.
• Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil
d’une manière ou d’une autre.
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Getting Started
Accessories ·····················································································2
Cautions on Handling ·····································································3
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 ····························································4
Front Panel ····················································································· 4
Display ···························································································5
Rear Panel ······················································································ 6
Remote Control Unit ······································································7
Cables Used for Connections ························································8
Video Conversion Function ····························································9
About On-screen Displays due to Input Signals ·····························9
Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors ························· 11
Connecting the Monitor ······························································· 12
Connecting the Playback Components ······································12
Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player ·················································· 12
CD Player ····················································································· 12
iPod® ···························································································· 13
TV/CABLE Tuner ·········································································· 13
Connecting the Recording Components ···································· 13
Video Cassette Recorder ····························································· 13
CD Recorder / MD Recorder / Tape Deck ···································· 14
Connections to Other Devices ····················································· 14
Video Camera / Game Console ···················································· 14
Component with Multi-channel Output connectors ····················· 14
XM connector ··············································································15
SIRIUS connector ········································································· 15
Antenna terminals ······································································· 16
Multi-zone ···················································································· 17
Connecting the Power Cord ························································ 17
Once Connections are Completed ·············································· 17
Menu Operations
Operations ·····················································································18
Example of Display of Default Values ········································18
Examples of On-screen Display and Front Display ···················19
Menu Map ····················································································· 20
Auto Setup
Preparations ·················································································· 21
Auto Setup ····················································································22
a Start Menu ·············································································· 22
Error Messages·······································································24
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a Speaker Configuration·····························································25
s Subwoofer Setup ···································································· 26
d Distance ·················································································· 26
f Channel Level ·········································································27
g Crossover Frequency ······························································ 27
h Front Speaker Setup ·······························································27
a Color Space ·············································································28
s RGB Range ·············································································28
d Auto Lipsync ···········································································28
f HDMI Audio Out ·····································································28
g HDMI Control ··········································································28
h Power Off Control ···································································28
a EXT. IN Subwoofer Level ························································29
s 2ch Direct/Stereo ···································································· 29
d Dolby Digital Setup ·································································29
f Auto Surround Mode ······························································29
g EQ Preset················································································30
a Level Lch·················································································30
s Level Rch ················································································30
d Volume Limit ···········································································31
f Power On Level ······································································31
g Mute Level ··············································································31
a Amp Assign·············································································31
s Volume Control ·······································································31
d Source Delete ·········································································32
f On-Screen Display ··································································32
g Quick Select Name ·································································32
h Remote ID Setup ····································································32
j Display ····················································································33
k Setup Lock ·············································································· 33
Settings Related to Playing Input Sources ································ 35
a Auto Preset ·············································································35
s Preset Skip ··············································································35
d Preset Name ···········································································35
f Video ·······················································································35
g Input Mode ·············································································37
h Rename···················································································37
j Source Level ··········································································· 37
k Assign ····················································································· 38
l iPod ·························································································38
A0 Antenna Aiming ······································································39
A1 Parental Lock ··········································································39
Surround Modes
q Standard Playback ·································································· 40
Surround Playback of 2-channel Sources ··································40
Playing Multi-channel Sources (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.)···········41
w DSP Simulation Playback ·······················································41
e Direct Playback ········································································ 41
r Stereo Playback ·······································································41
Playback in the PURE DIRECT Mode ········································ 42
Parameter
Adjusting the parameters ···························································· 42
Surround Parameter ·····································································43
Surround Parameter ····································································· 43
Tone ·····························································································45
Audyssey Settings ·······································································45
RESTORER ··················································································47
Night Mode ··················································································47
Audio Delay ·················································································· 47
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Information
Status ····························································································48
a MAIN ZONE ············································································ 48
s ZONE2 ····················································································48
Audio Input Signal ········································································48
HDMI Information ········································································· 49
a HDMI Signal Information ························································49
s HDMI Monitor Information ·····················································49
Auto Surround Mode ··································································· 49
Quick Select ·················································································· 49
Preset Station ··············································································· 49
Turning the Power On ··································································50
Selecting the Input Source ···························································50
Operations During Playback ························································· 50
Playing Video and Audio Equipment ··········································51
Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts ················································· 51
Basic Operation ············································································51
Presetting Radio Stations (Preset Memory) ·································51
Listening to Preset Stations ························································· 52
Listening to XM Satellite Radio Programs ·································52
Basic Operation ············································································52
Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID ···························52
Presetting Radio Channels (Preset Memory) ······························· 53
Listening to Preset Channels ·······················································53
Searching Categories ···································································53
Listening to SIRIUS Satellite Radio Programs ···························53
Basic Operation ············································································54
Checking the SIRIUS Signal Strength and Radio ID ····················· 54
Presetting Radio Channels (Preset Memory) ······························· 54
Listening to Preset Channels ·······················································54
Searching Categories ···································································55
Parental Lock ···············································································55
Basic Operation ············································································55
Listening to Music ·······································································56
Viewing Still Pictures or Videos on the iPod ································56
Remote Control Unit Operations
Operating DENON Audio Components ······································61
Presetting ······················································································61
Operating Preset Components ····················································61
Punch Through Function ·····························································64
Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and
Operations
Multi-zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function ·················65
Multi-zone Settings and Operations with Zone Output ··········· 67
Multi-zone Operations ································································· 68
Turning the Power On and Off ·····················································68
Selecting the Input Source ···························································68
Adjusting the Volume ···································································68
Turning off the Sound Temporarily ··············································68
Other Information ························································· 69
List of preset codes ··························· End of this manual
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Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper
operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the
product.
After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference.
Accessories
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
HDMI Control Function ································································58
Channel Level ··············································································59
Fader Function ·············································································59
Quick Select Function ··································································60
Personal Memory Plus Function ··················································60
Last Function Memory ································································· 60
Backup Memory ···········································································60
Resetting the Microprocessor ·····················································60
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Getting Started
Cautions on Handling
• Before turning the power switch on
Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are
no problems with the connection cables.
•
Power is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is
set to the standby mode. When traveling or leaving home for long
periods of time, be sure to unplug the power cord from the power
outlet.
• About condensation
If there is a major difference in temperature between the inside of
the unit and the surroundings, condensation (dew) may form on
the operating parts inside the unit, causing the unit not to operate
properly.
If this happens, let the unit sit for an hour or two with the power
turned off and wait until there is little difference in temperature
before using 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.
• Moving the unit
Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power
outlet.
Next, disconnect the connection cables to other system units before
moving the unit.
•
Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the
actual unit for explanation purposes.
Cautions on Installation
Note:
For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined
space, such as a bookcase or similar enclosure.
Specifications
b
b Note
b
b
About the Remote Control Unit
In addition to the AVR-789, the included remote control unit (RC-1099)
can also be used to operate the equipment listed below.
q DENON system components
w Non-DENON system components
• By setting the preset memory (vpage 61 ~ 63)
Inserting the Batteries
q Lift the clasp and remove the
rear cover.
e Put the rear cover back on.
NOTE
• Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate
even when the remote control unit is operated close to the unit.
• The supplied batteries are only for verifying operation.
• When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction,
following the “q” and “w” 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 attempt to charge dry batteries.
• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of batteries in
flames.
• 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 control unit if it will not be in
use for long periods.
• When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready and
insert them as quickly as possible.
w Load the two batteries properly
as indicated by the marks in
the battery compartment.
R6/AA
Operating Range of the Remote Control
Unit
Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
30°
30°
Approx. 23 feet / 7 m
NOTE
The set may function improperly or the remote control unit may not
operate if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight,
strong artificial light from an inverter type fluorescent lamp or infrared
light.
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w Power indicator ······································································· (50)
e Power switch (hON jOFF) ·················································· (50)
r Headphones jack (PHONES) ··················································· (50)
t INPUT MODE button ··························································(14, 37)
y SPEAKERS button ······························································(27, 50)
u ZONE2 ON/OFF button ··························································· (68)
i QUICK SELECT buttons ·························································· (60)
o V. AUX INPUT connectors ·······················································(14)
Remove the cap covering the terminals when you want to use
them.
Q0 SETUP MIC jack ······································································· (21)
Q1 MENU button ············································································(18)
Q2 RETURN button ········································································(18)
Q3 SELECT/ENTER knob ·······························································(18)
• The SELECT/ENTER knob on the main unit operates in the same way
as the cursor o and p buttons on the remote control unit.
• The control functions in the same way as the cursor o button when
turned counterclockwise, as the cursor p button when turned
clockwise.
• The control functions in the same way as the ENTER button when
pressed the knob.
bAbout Dynamic Volume
Audyssey Dynamic Volume™ solves the problem of large variations
in volume level between television programs, commercials, and
between the soft and loud passages of movies.
Audyssey Dynamic EQ™ is integrated into Dynamic Volume so that
as the playback volume is adjusted automatically, the perceived
bass response, tonal balance, surround impression, and dialog
clarity remain the same.
bAbout Dynamic EQ
Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound
quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human
perception and room acoustics. Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in
tandem with Audyssey MultEQ® to provide well-balanced sound
for every listener at any volume level.
E3 VIDEO SELECT button ···························································· (35)
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Getting Started
Display
q Input signal indicators
w Input signal channel indicators
These light when digital signals are input.
e Information display
The input source name, surround mode, setting values and other
information are displayed here.
r Output signal channel indicators
t Front speaker indicator
These light according to the settings of the front A and B
speakers.
y ZONE2 output indicator
This lights when the power for the ZONE2 is turned on.
u Master volume indicator
i AUDYSSEY MULTEQ indicator
This lights when the MultEQ is selected.
o Input mode indicators
Q0 Recording output source indicator
This lights when the REC OUT mode is selected.
Specifications
Q1 NIGHT indicator
This lights when the night mode is selected.
Q2 RESTORER indicator
This lights when the RESTORER mode is selected.
Q3 HDMI indicator
This lights when playing using HDMI connections.
Q4 Decoder indicators
These light when the respective decoders are operating.
Q5 Tuner reception mode indicators
This lights according to the reception conditions when the input
source is set to “TUNER”.
• AUTO
This lights when in the auto tuning mode.
• STEREO
In the FM mode, this lights when receiving analog stereo
broadcasts.
• TUNED
This lights when the broadcast is properly tuned in.
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qDigital audio connectors (OPTICAL / COAXIAL) ········ (12, 13, 15)
w VIDEO / S-VIDEO connectors ········································· (12 ~ 14)
e Analog audio connectors (AUDIO) ································ (12 ~ 14)
r EXT. IN connectors ···································································(14)
t REMOTE CONTROL jacks ························································(17)
y PRE OUT connector ··································································(10)
u ZONE2 connectors ···································································(17)
i AC OUTLETS ·············································································(17)
o Power cord ················································································(17)
Q0 Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS) ··············································(10)
Q1 FM/AM antenna terminals (TUNER ANTENNA)····················(16)
Q2 COMPONENT VIDEO connectors ······································(12, 13)
Q3 HDMI connectors ······························································(11 ~ 13)
Q4 XM connector (SAT TU2) ·························································(15)
Q5 SIRIUS connector (SAT TU1) ···················································(15)
Q6 DOCK CONTROL jack ·······························································(13)
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Specifications
If buttons on the front or rear are pressed strongly, the button on the opposite side will be activated too.
Remote Control Unit
[ Front ][ Rear ]
NOTE
q Indicator ······················································ (61)
w Power buttons ············································(50)
e QUICK SELECT buttons ····························· (60)
r Source select buttons ································(50)
b : To select “SIRIUS”, “XM” as the input
source, use the SAT TU1/2 button.
t System buttons ··········································(56)
y AUDIO DELAY button ································ (47)
u Cursor buttons (uio p) ·························(53)
i DYNAMIC VOLUME button ······················· (46)
o RESTORER button ······································ (47)
Q0 SOURCE CONTROL switches ·············· (18, 61)
Q1 Remote control signal transmitter ············· (3)
Q2 Master volume control buttons ················(50)
Q3 MUTING button ·········································· (50)
Q4 NIGHT button ············································· (47)
Q5 MULTEQ button ········································· (45)
Q6 Channel select (CH SEL) /
ENTER button ······································· (55, 59)
SOURCE CONTROL switch settings and
operable buttons
n When operating MAIN ZONE
“CD”,
“iPod/NETWORK”
“AUDIO”
When operating ZONE2
n
“AUDIO”
NOTE
With this setting, only ZONE2 buttons can be operated. See
page 68 for operable buttons.
or “TUNER”
“ZONE2”
q ZONE2 power buttons ······························· (68)
w Source select buttons ································ (50)
b : To select “SIRIUS”, “XM” as the input
source, use the SAT TU1/2 button.
e Video select button (V.SEL) ······················· (35)
r Tuner system buttons ································ (51)
t Test tone button (TEST) ····························(27)
y MAIN ZONE power buttons (MAIN) ········· (68)
u Surround mode buttons ······················ (41, 42)
i Amp menu button (A. MENU) ··················· (18)
o Input mode button (INPUT) ················· (14, 37)
Q0 Enter button (ENT) ····································· (18)
Q1 RETURN button ·········································· (18)
Q2 Cursor buttons (uio p) ························· (18)
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Connections for all compatible audio and video signal formats
are described in this owner’s manual. Please select the types of
connections suited for the equipment you are connecting.
With some types of connections, certain settings must be made
on the AVR-789. For details, refer to the instructions for the
respective connection items below.
NOTE
• Do not plug in the power 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 connection cables. Doing
so can result in humming or noise.
Preparations
Cables Used for Connections
Select the cables according to the equipment being connected.
Audio cablesVideo cables
Coaxial digital connections
(Orange)
Optical digital connections
Analog connections (stereo)
Analog connections (monaural, for subwoofer)
(White)
(Red)
(Black)
Coaxial digital (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug) cable
Optical cable
Stereo pin-plug cable
Pin-plug cable
Component video connections
(Green)
(Blue)
(Red)
S-Video connections
Video connections
(Yellow)
Component video cable
S-Video cable
75 Ω/ohms pin-plug video cable
Audio and video cables
HDMI connections
Connections
(Y)
(PB/CB)
(PR/CR)
Speaker connections
Speaker cables
19-pin HDMI cable
Signal direction
Audio signal: Video signal:
Output
Input
Input
Output
Output
Input
Specifications
Input
Output
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Video Conversion Function
About On-screen Displays due to Input Signals
• This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-789 into the format
used to output the video signals from the AVR-789 to a monitor.
• The AVR-789’s video input/output circuitry is compatible with the following four types of video signals:
Connections
Digital video signals: HDMI
Analog video signals: Component video, S-Video and Video
GFlow of video signals inside the AVR-789H
High picture
quality playback
HDMI connector
Component video
connectors
S-Video connector
Video connector
Video input
terminals
: When 480i/576i signals are input
HDMI connector
Component video
connectors
S-Video connector
Video connector
Monitor output
terminals
Monitor
The method of on-screen display (OSD) varies with the type of video signal input to AVR-789.
Momentary status display
Video signal being usedMenu display
HDMI connector /
Component video connectors
S-Video connector /
Video connector
OSD only displayTurn display off
Display of OSD superimposed on
the input image
when operating
(Display when changing the input
source, volume, etc.)
Turn display on
Speaker Connections
Speaker Installation
The illustration below shows a basic example (7.1-channel) of installation of the amplifier combined with
8 speakers and a monitor.
Subwoofer
Center speaker
Surround back speakers
• When not using this function, connect a monitor output with the same type of connector as the video
input connector.
• The resolution of the HDMI input-compatible monitor connected to the AVR-789 can be checked at menu
“Information” – “HDMI Information” (vpage 49).
NOTE
• HDMI signals cannot be converted into analog signals.
Specifications
• 1080p component video input signals cannot be output to anything other than component video
connectors.
• 480p/576p, 1080i and 720p component video input signals cannot be converted into S-Video or Video
format.
• When a non-standard video signal from a game machine or some other source is input, the video
conversion function might not operate.
Front speakers
Place the front speakers to the sides of
the monitor or screen and as flush with
the screen surface as possible.
The table below shows a typical speaker configuration for the AVR-789.
7.1-channels
6.1-channels
5.1-channels
3.1-channels
2.1-channels
2-channels
FRONT A / B
LRLRLR1 speaker
SSSSSSS
SSSSS
SSSSS
SSS
SS
SS
CENTER
SURROUNDSURROUND BACK
–––––
––––––
–––––––
Surround speakers
––
–––
SUBWOOFER
–
SS
S
S
S
S
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Example: 5.1/7.1-channels
Subwoofer
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b L : Left
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Connecting the Speaker Cables
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels
and + (red) and – (black) polarities on the speakers
being connected to the AVR-789, and be sure to
Center speakerSubwoofer
interconnect the channels and polarities correctly.
Peel off about 0.03 ft/10 mm
1
of sheathing from the tip of
the speaker cable, then either
twist the core wire tightly or
terminate it.
Turn the speaker terminal
2
counterclockwise to loosen
it.
Insert the speaker cable’s
3
core wire to the hilt into the
speaker terminal.
Turn the speaker terminal
4
clockwise to tighten it.
If the core wires touch the rear panel and the
screws etc., or the ± sides touch each other, the
protection circuit will be activated and the power
indicator will flash red at intervals of 0.5 secs.
If the protection circuit is activated, the speaker
output is isolated, and the power supply goes to
the standby state. If the power supply is turned
off, after the power supply cord is withdrawn,
please confirm that speaker cable and input cable
are connected.
Also, if replaying large sound levels by using
a speaker having an impedance less than that
specified (eg, 4 Ω/ohms), the temperature will
rise, and the protection circuit might be activated.
The power supply will go into the standby state,
and the power indicator will flash red at 2 second
intervals.
In this case, please switch off the power supply,
and wait until the AVR-789 has cooled down, and
the surrounding ventilation is good.
Even if there are no problems with the surrounding ventilation and connections, in the event of
the protection circuit becoming activated, due to
thinking that the AVR-789 has failed, please contact DENON Service center after switching off.
Protection circuit
When using a banana plug
Tighten the speaker terminal firmly before
inserting the banana plug.
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Surround speakers
NOTE
For surround back speakers :
• Since “Amp Assign” of AVR-789 is set to “ZONE2” by default, audio is not output from the surround
back speakers. When using the surround back speakers with MAIN ZONE, change the “Amp Assign”
setting to “7.1ch” (vpage 31).
• When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel (SBL).
For ZONE2 speakers :
• For multi-zone connection and operation, see “Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations”
(vpage 65 ~ 68).
Surround back
speakers
Connect when using
7.1-channel.
NOTE
• Use speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16
Ω/ohms. When using front A and B speakers
simultaneously, use speakers with an impedance
of 12 to 16 Ω/ohms.
• Connect the speaker cables in such a way that
they do not stick out of the speaker terminals.
The protection circuit may be activated if the core
wires touch the rear panel or if the + and – sides
touch each other (v “Protection circuit”).
• Never touch the speaker terminals while the
power supply is connected. Doing so could result
in electric shock.
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Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors
With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred with a single cable.
Blu-ray Disc
player /
DVD player
Monitor
NOTE
• The audio signals output from the HDMI connector (sampling frequency, bit rate, etc.) may be restricted
by the connected device.
• Video signals are not output properly when using devices that are not HDCP-compatible.
• Video signals are not output if the input video signals do not match the monitor’s resolution. In this
case, switch the Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player’s resolution to a resolution with which the monitor is
compatible.
• If the menu “Manual Setup” – “HDMI Setup” – “HDMI Audio Out” setting (vpage 28) is set to
“AMP”, the sound may be interrupted when the monitor’s power is turned off.
• Use a cable on which the HDMI logo is indicated (a certified HDMI product) for connection to the HDMI
connector. Normal playback may not be possible when using a cable other than one on which the HDMI
logo is indicated (a non-HDMI-certified product).
• If the monitor or Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player does not support Deep Color, deep color signal transfer
is not possible.
• If the monitor or Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player does not support xvYCC, xvYCC signal transfer is not
possible.
• If the monitor does not support “Auto Lipsync Correction” function, this function will not work.
• The AVR-789 is compatible with the HDMI’s CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) function. Please note
the following.
• It may not work depending on the device it is connected to and its setup.
• It does not operate with televisions or players that are not compatible with HDMI’s CEC.
• When the AVR-789 and Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player are connected using an HDMI cable, also connect
the AVR-789 and monitor using an HDMI cable.
• If the connected monitor or Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player only has a DVI-D connector, use an HDMI/DVI
converter cable. When using a DVI cable, no audio signals are transmitted.
• Use a Deep Color compatible cable for connection to Deep Color compatible devices.
b The AVR-789 is equipped for HDMI version
1.3a. This version is compatible with
SpecificationsConnections
other versions, allowing connection to
all components equipped with an HDMI
connector.
b The AVR-789 is compatible with 30- and 36-
bit Deep Color.
• By default, the HDMI audio signals are output from the speakers connected to the AVR-789.
• To output the sound from the TV, make the settings at menu “Manual Setup” – “HDMI Setup” – “HDMI
Audio Out” – “TV” (vpage 28).
Compatible
audio format
2-channel linear
PCM
Multi-channel
linear PCM
Dolby Digital, DTS BitstreamDVD-Video
Dolby Digital Plus,
Dolby TrueHD,
DTS-HD
Details
2ch 32-192 kHz
16/20/24 bits
8ch 32-192 kHz
16/20/24 bits
BitstreamBlu-ray
Discs
(examples)
CD, DVD-Video,
DVD-Audio
DVD-Audio,
Blu-ray
When connecting with an HDMI/DVI converter cable (adapter)
• HDMI video signals are theoretically compatible with the DVI format.
When connecting to a monitor, etc., equipped with a DVI-D connector, connection is possible using an
HDMI/DVI converter cable, but depending on the combination of components in some cases the video
signals will not be output.
• When connecting using an HDMI/DVI converter adapter, the video signals may not be output properly
due to poor connections with the connected cable, etc.
Copyright protection system (HDCP)
In order to play the digital video and audio signals of a Blu-ray, DVD- Video or DVD-Audio disc using HDMI/
DVI connections, both the connected Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player and monitor must be equipped for
a copyright protection system called “HDCP” (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection).
HDCP is a copy protection technology consisting of data encoding and mutual identification of the
devices.
The AVR-789 is HDCP-compatible. For details on the Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player or monitor you are
using, refer to its operating instructions.
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Connecting the Playback Components
• Select the terminal to use and connect the device (vpage 9 “Video
Conversion Function”).
• With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be
transferred with a single cable.
• To output the audio signals to the monitor with HDMI connections,
set menu “Manual Setup” – “HDMI Setup” – “HDMI Audio Out” to
“TV” (vpage 28).
Monitor
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect correctly.
Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player
Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
CD Player
CD player
b When connected to a Blu-ray Disc player, and playing Dolby
TrueHD, DTS-HD, Dolby Digital Plus, connect the HDMI.
Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player
b
Connections
NOTE
• The component video connectors may be indicated differently on
your monitor. For details, see the monitor’s operating instructions.
• The audio signals output from the HDMI connectors are only the
HDMI input signals.
When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the
Specifications
settings at menu “Input Setup” – “Assign” – “Digital In” (vpage
38).
When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the
settings at menu “Input Setup” – “Assign” – “Digital In” (vpage
38).
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Use a DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-1R, ASD-11R, ASD-3N
or ASD-3W sold separately) to connect the iPod to the AVR-789.
For instructions on the control dock for iPod settings, refer to the
control dock for iPod’s operating instructions.
iPod
iPod
®
TV/CABLE Tuner
Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
TV tuner
Connecting the Recording
Components
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and
be sure to interconnect correctly.
Video Cassette Recorder
Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
Video cassette recorder
SpecificationsConnections
• With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to
the VCR (iPod) connector.
• To assign the iPod to a connector other than VCR (iPod), make
the settings at menu “Input Setup” – “(input source to which
iPod dock assigned)” – “Assign” – “iPod Dock” (vpage 38).
When using a coaxial cable for the digital audio connection,
make the settings at menu “Input Setup” – “Assign” – “Digital
In” (vpage 38).
• When recording via the AVR-789, the playback device’s cable must be of the
same type as the cable used to connect the AVR-789’s VCR OUT connector.
Example: TV IN → S-Video cable : VCR OUT → S-Video cableTV IN → Video cable : VCR OUT → Video cable
• When using a component video cable for the video connection, make the
settings at menu “Input Setup” – “Assign” – “Component In” (vpage 38).
NOTE
Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-789’s
OPTICAL2 output connector to any input connector other than OPTICAL2.
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digital connections if you wish to record digital audio signals, depending
on the types of connectors on the components being used.
CD recorder /
MD recorder /
Tape deck
Connections to Other Devices
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and
outputs, and be sure to interconnect correctly.
Video Camera / Game Console
Video camera /
Game console
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Component with Multi-channel Output
connectors
Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player /
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Connections
• To play the analog input signals input to the EXT. IN connectors,
press the INPUT MODE button on the main unit or INPUT button on
the remote control unit and select “EXT. IN” or make the settings at
• The video signal can be connected in the same way as a Blu-ray Disc
player / DVD player (vpage 12).
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NORTH
WEST
SKY
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XM connector
SIRIUS connector
• The AVR-789 is an XM Ready® receiver. You can receive XM®
Satellite Radio by connecting to the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock
(includes home antenna, each sold separately) and subscribing to the
XM service.
• Plug the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock into the XM connector on
the rear panel.
• Position the Home Dock antenna near a south-facing window to
receive the best signal.
For details, see “Listening to XM Satellite Radio Programs” (vpage
52, 53).
When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of
the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock.
XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock
• The AVR-789 is a SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready® receiver. You can
receive SIRIUS® Satellite Radio by connecting to the SiriusConnect
Home Tuner and subscribing to the SIRIUS service.
• Plug the SIRIUS connector on the rear panel.
• Position the Home Tuner antenna near a south-facing window to
receive the best signal.
For details, see “Listening to SIRIUS Satellite Radio Programs”
(vpage 53 ~ 55).
When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of
the SiriusConnect Home Tuner.
SiriusConnect Home Tuner
b When connecting
digital audio
When connecting digital of the SiriusConnect Home Tuner, perform
the setting “Input Setup” – “Assign” – “Digital In” from the menu.
(vpage 38).
NOTE
Keep the power cord unplugged until the SiriusConnect Home Tuner
connection have been completed.
For a consistent satellite signal, the antenna must be positioned
correctly. Use the following map to determine which area you are in
and position the antenna accordingly.
SpecificationsConnections
NOTE
Keep the power cord unplugged until the XM Mini-Tuner and Home
Dock connection have been completed.
• The XM name and related logo are registered trademarks of XM
Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.
• XM Ready® is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc.
All rights reserved.
Area 1 : Point the antenna toward the sky in the east, northeast, or
southeast, either through a window or outside.
Area 2 : Point the antenna toward the sky in the north or northeast,
either through a window or outside.
Area 3 : Point the antenna toward the sky in the north or northwest,
either through a window or outside.
Area 4 : Point the antenna toward the sky in the west, northwest, or
southwest, either through a window or outside.
Area 5 : Put the antenna outside and point it straight up. The antenna
cannot be used indoors.
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Antenna terminals
An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly.
Direction of broadcasting station
AM loop antenna
(supplied)
FM antenna
75 Ω/ohms
Coaxial cable
FM indoor antenna
(supplied)
1. Push the
Connection of AM antennas
2. Insert the
lever.
conductor.
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3. Return the
lever.
AM outdoor antenna
n AM loop antenna assembly
Remove the vinyl tie and take
out the connection line.
a. With the antenna on top of
any stable surface.
Mount
Ground
Connect to the AM
antenna terminals.
Bend in the reverse direction.
b. With the antenna attached
to a wall.
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.
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.
SpecificationsConnections
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Multi-zone
Connecting the Power Cord
ZONE2 out Connections
If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 out connectors can be used to play a
Connections
different program source in ZONE2 at the same time (vpage 65 ~ 68).
Pre-main amplier
(ZONE2)
Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord.
Power cord
To household
power outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
Connection to the AC outlets
• These outlets supply power to external audio
equipment.
• The power supplied from these outlets turns on and
off together with the set’s power switch.
• Audio equipment with a total power consumption
of 120 W (1 A) can be connected.
NOTE
• Insert the AC plugs securely. Incomplete connections could cause noise.
• Only use the AC outlets to plug in audio equipment. Do not use them as power supplies for hairdryers or
anything other than audio equipment.
Once Connections are Completed
Turning the Power On (vpage 50)
Specifications
Extension jack for future use.
(Connect devices corresponding with room to
room function to this jack.)
Input
Infrared
retransmitter
Output
Infrared
sensor
NOTE
• For the audio output, use high quality pin-plug cords so that no induction humming or noise is produced.
• For instructions on installing and operating separately sold devices, refer to the respective devices’
operating instructions.
• To conduct multi-zone playback, see “Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations” (vpage
65 ~ 68).
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Setup
Menu Operations
[SOURCE
CONTROL 1]
ENTER, opRETURN
ui<MENU>
With the AVR-789, settings and operations for most functions can be
performed by operating while looking at the menus displayed on the
monitor screen.
uiop
[A. MENU]
ENTER
RETURN
[Front]
[Rear]
1
Press <MENU> or [A.MENU].
The menu is displayed.
b To operate from the remote control unit, be sure to set the
[SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO”.
2
Press ui to select the item you want to set, then
press ENTER.
3
Press ui again to select the item you want to set,
then press ENTER.
4
To change the setting:
Press ui to select the item you want to change, then
press op to change the setting.
b To return to the previous item, press RETURN.
b Select “Default Yes”, then press o to reset to the default
setting.
5
Press ENTER to enter the setting.
6
Press <MENU> or [A.MENU] to fi nish.
Operations
The same operation is possible on the main unit or remote control
unit.
When <MENU> or [A.MENU] is pressed, the settings made up to that
point are entered and the settings menu screen turns off.
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
[Selectable items]
A B A + B
Example of Display of Default
Values
In lists of selectable items or adjustable ranges, the item
surrounded by a border is the default value.
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MENU
1.Auto Setup
2.Manual Setup
3.Input Setup
4.Parameter
5.Information
* ME N U
A ut o S e t u p
* St a r t M e n u
S ta r t •
1-1.Start Menu
Step1:Speaker Detection
Audyssey
MultEQ
at ear height at
Front Sp. A
Amp Assign
Start
Cancel
Please place microphone
main listening position.
3-1.Assign
Digital In :OPT1
iPod Dock : None
* As s i g n
D ig i t a l : • O PT 1 –
* Re n a m e : D V D
R en a m e • – C l ea r
Default
:
DVD DV
3-4.Rename
Yes
Default
:
DVD DVD-3930
3-4.Rename
Yes
* Re n a m e : D V D
• D V ¡ –
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Examples of On-screen Display and Front Display
Some typical examples are described below.
GOn-screen displayHGFront displayH
Screen title
Submenu title
Number of the currently selected settings
menu.
Press o to execute
Currently selected line
Current setting
Press op to change the setting
Specifications
Use ui to input characters.
Use op to change the character input
position.
When highlighted, press i to select
“Default Yes”.
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Specifi cations
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Getting Started ConnectionsPlayback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting
Menu Map
MENU
1.Auto Setup
2.Manual Setup
3.Input Setup
4.Parameter
5.Information
Auto Setup
(vpage 21 ~ 25)
n Start Menu
• Step 1: Speaker Detection
• Step 2: Measurement
• Step 3: Calculation
• Step 4: Check
• Step 5: Store
n Parameter Check
• Speaker Confi guration Check
• Distance Check
• Channel Level Check
• Crossover Frequency Check
• EQ Check
• Restore
Manual Setup
(vpage 25 ~ 33)
n Speaker Setup (vpage 25 ~ 27)
• Speaker Confi guration
• Subwoofer Setup
• Distance
• Channel Level
• Crossover Frequency
• Front Speaker Setup
n HDMI Setup (vpage 28)
• Color Space
• RGB Range
• Auto Lipsync
• HDMI Audio Out
• HDMI Control
• Power Off Control
n Audio Setup (vpage 29, 30)
• EXT. IN Subwoofer Level
• 2ch Direct/Stereo
• Dolby Digital Setup
• Auto Surround Mode
• EQ Preset
n ZONE2 Setup (vpage 30, 31)
• Level Lch
• Level Rch
• Volume Limit
• Power On Level
• Mute Level
n Option Setup (vpage 31 ~ 33)
• Amp Assign
• Volume Control
• Source Delete
• On-Screen Display
• Quick Select Name
• Remote ID Setup
• Display
• Setup Lock
Parameter
(vpage 42 ~ 47)
n Surround Parameter
• Mode
• Cinema EQ
• Dynamic Range Control
• Dynamic Range Compression
• LFE
• Center Image
• Panorama
• Dimension
• Center Width
• Delay Time
• Effect Level
• Room Size
• AFDM
• SB CH Out
• SUBWOOFER ATT
• Subwoofer
n Tone
• Tone Control
• Bass
• Treble
n Audyssey Settings
• MultEQ
• Dynamic EQ
• Dynamic Volume
• Setting
n RESTORER
n Night Mode
n Audio Delay
Information
(vpage 48, 49)
n Status
• MAIN ZONE
• ZONE2
n Audio Input Signal
n HDMI Information
n Auto Surround Mode
n Quick Select
n Preset Station
Input Setup
(vpage 34 ~ 39)
n TUNER (FM/AM)
• Auto Preset
• Preset Skip
• Preset Name
• Video
• Input Mode
• Rename
• Source Level
n CD, CDR/TAPE, DVD, HDP,
TV/CBL, VCR, V.AUX
• Assign
• Video
• Input Mode
• Rename
• Source Level
• iPod
n XM
• Preset Skip
• Antenna Aiming
• Video
• Input Mode
• Rename
• Source Level
n SIRIUS
• Preset Skip
• Parental Lock
• Antenna Aiming
• Assign
• Video
• Input Mode
• Rename
• Source Level
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Auto Setup
MASTER VOLUME
ENTER,o
SETUP MIC jack
MASTER VOLUME
ui
RETURN
uio
ENTER
RETURN
[Front]
[Rear]
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
Preparations
• Audyssey MultEQ® automatically measures the acoustical problems
in the listening environment to create the best audio experience for
your home theater.
• Audyssey MultEQ optimizes a large listening area where one or
more listeners are seated.
Measurements are performed by placing the calibrated microphone
(DM-A409) successively at multiple positions throughout the
listening area as shown in Example q. For best results, it is strongly
recommended to measure 6 positions so that the measurements
have the proper spatial weighting.
Even if the listening environment is small as shown in Example w,
measuring at multiple points throughout the listening environment
results in more effective correction.
To make manual adjustments to the settings, see pages 25 ~ 27.
About the main listening position (*M)
The main listening position refers to the most central position where
one would normally sit within the listening environment.
MultEQ uses the measurements from this position to calculate
speaker distance, level, polarity, and the optimum crossover value
for the subwoofer.
*
M
*
M
Example qExample w
( :Measuring positions)
1
Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to
the SETUP MIC jack on the main unit.
The auto setup screen appears automatically.
2
Place the microphone at ear height on a tripod or stand
with the microphone pointing directly up towards the
ceiling.
b Do not hold the microphone in your hand during measurements.
Be sure that the path from microphone to the speakers is not
blocked by objects. Avoid placing the microphone close to a seat
back or wall as sound refl ections may give inaccurate results.
Sound
receptor
Setup
microphone
When using a subwoofer, make the following settings before starting
the auto setup procedure:
• Defeat the volume and crossover controls if possible
• If this is not possible then set
•
Volume: “12 o’clock” position
•
Crossover frequency: “Maximum/Highest Frequency”
•
Low pass fi lter: “Off”
•
Standby mode: “Off”
NOTE
• Do not disconnect the setup microphone until the auto setup
procedure is completed.
• When using headphones, unplug the headphones before starting
the auto setup procedure.
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About the Auto Setup
The Audyssey MultEQ auto setup function detects the presence of
each speaker and automatically calculates the speaker size, channel
level, distance, and optimal crossover frequency setting. Audyssey
MultEQ corrects acoustical distortions within the listening area.
Before starting, connect and position all of your speakers.
Once started, MultEQ will play a series of test tones through each
speaker.
a Start Menu
The settings found at this stage are applied automatically.
GAuto setup fl owH
Step 1: Speaker Detection
Step 2: Measurement
Step 3: Calculation
Step 4: Check
Step 5: Store
NOTE
• Loud test sounds may be played during Audyssey MultEQ automatic
speaker setup. This is part of normal operation. If there is background
noise in room, these test signals will increase in volume.
• Do not stand between the speakers and setup microphone or allow
obstacles in the path while the measurements are being made. This
will cause inaccurate readings.
• Make the room as quiet as possible. Background noise can disrupt
the room measurements. Close windows, silence cell phones,
televisions, radios, air conditioners, fl uorescent lights, home
appliances, light dimmers, or other devices as measurements may
be affected by these sounds.
Cell phones should be placed away from all audio electronics during
the measurement process as Radio Frequency Interference (RFI)
may cause measurement disruptions (even if the cell phone is not in
use).
• Operating MASTER VOLUME during the measurements will cancel
the measurements.
Auto Setup
Optimize settings for speakers in use.
Step 1 : Speaker Detection
NOTE
Do not change the speaker connections or subwoofer volume after
“Step 1”.
The speaker connection and polarity are detected at the fi rst
measurement position (main listening position). The following
attributes are also determined at this time: “Speaker Size”, “Speaker
Distance”, “Channel Level”, “Crossover Frequency”.
q Select “Start 0”, then press o.
• Starts measuring the main listening position.
w Select “Next 0”, then press o.
• If an error message appears during the measurements, check “Error
Messages”, take the advised action, then start the measurements
again (vpage 24).
• If the result differs from the actual connection status or an error
message appears, use i to on-screen display “Retry 0” and then
press o to repeat the measurement.
• If the result still differs from the actual connection status after
re-measurement or the error message still appears, it is possible
that the speakers are not connected properly. Turn the AVR-789
off, check the speaker connections and repeat the measurement
process from the beginning.
F Menu screen F
q
w
1-1.Start Menu
Step1:Speaker Detection
Audyssey
MultEQ
at ear height at
Front Sp. A
Amp Assign
Start
Cancel
Please place microphone
main listening position.
Next
Retry
Front Sp.
Center Sp.
Subwoofer
Surround Sp.
S.Back Sp.
Auto Setup
Step1:Speaker Detection
Audyssey
MultEQ
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
2spkrs
n Front Speaker
The front speaker to be measured can be selected ahead of time
here.
[Selectable items]
A
: Output test tone from front speakers A.
B
: Output test tone from front speakers B.
A+B
: Output test tone from front speakers A and B.
n Amp Assign
Advanced setting : changes power amplifi er assignment.
You can use the surround back speaker for multi-zone, and for front
channel bi-amp use (Default : ZONE2).
For details, refer to “Amp Assign” (vpage 31).
Setup
b Before starting Auto Setup (vq)
If adjustment to the environment is necessary, set the following items
before proceeding.
n To cancel Auto Setup
Press ui to select “Cancel 0”, then press o.
b
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Step 2 : Measurement
q Select “Next 0”, then press o.
• The measurement of the 2nd position starts.
• Select “Calculate 0” with i, and press o to proceed to Step 3.
w Move the microphone to the 3rd position and press o.
• The measurement of the 3rd position starts.
• Select “Calculate 0” with i, and press o to proceed to Step 3.
e Perform w repeatedly for the 4th, 5th, and 6th measurments.
r “All the measurements were fi nished.” is displayed on the on-
screen display. When you have completed measurements in 6
positions.
• Select “Calculate 0”, and press o to proceed to Step 3.
After completing a measurement position, move the microphone to
the next position.
Measure at 6 positions: the main listening position and 5 other
surrounding positions. Although it is allowable to measure less than 6
positions, it is recommended to measure 6 for best results.
Step 3 : Calculation
The values obtained from the measurements are automatically
analyzed and the attributes for each of the speakers in the listening
area are determined.
q Select “Calculate 0” at Step 2, then press o.
• Analysis begins.
• Analysis takes several minutes to complete.
• The time required for this analysis depends on the number of
speakers connected. The greater the number of speakers connected,
the longer analysis will take.
NOTE
• Do not change the speaker connections or subwoofer volume,
or speaker locations after making measurements. If changes are
necessary, make the changes and use the Audyssey MultEQ auto
setup once again for an updated EQ solution.
• For instance, if the location or direction of a speaker is altered, the
Auto Setup should be performed again to ensure the correct EQ
solution for the new room confi guration.
F Menu screen F
q
q
Auto Setup
Step2:Measurement
Audyssey
MultEQ
Please place microphone
Cancel
Next
Calculate
2nd listening position.
at ear height at
Auto Setup
Step2:Measurement
Audyssey
MultEQ
Now measuring 2nd
Cancel
Front L
listening position.
w
r
Auto Setup
Step2:Measurement
Audyssey
MultEQ
Please place microphone
Retry
Cancel
Next
Calculate
3rd listening position.
at ear height at
Step 4 : Check
Distance values that are greater than the actual distance of a speaker
may be accurate for speakers with built-in fi lters (subwoofers, etc).
This is because these fi lters add electrical delay (distance) to the signal
that is compensated for by the Auto Setup process.
When analysis is complete, check the analysis results for the following
four items.
q Make your selection using ui and press ENTER.
• Presence and size of speaker
“Speaker Confi g. Check”
• Distance of speaker from listening position
“Distance Check”
• Speaker channel level
“Channel Level Check”
• Crossover Frequency
“Crossover Freq. Check”
w Use ui to change which speaker is displayed.
e Press RETURN.
This returns you to analysis results items, so repeat step q.
r Press i to select “Next 0”, then press o to proceed to Step 5.
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Specifi cations
NOTE
Do not turn the power off while the settings are being stored.
Step 5 : Store
The auto setup measurement results are stored in the AVR-789.
q Select “Store 0”, then press o.
• “Storing Please wait
...
” is displayed on the on-screen display
while the results are being stored.
• When storing is complete, “Storing complete. Auto Setup is now
fi nished.” is displayed on the on-screen display.
w Disconnect the setup microphone from the AVR-789.
n To cancel storing
Press ui to select “Cancel 0”, then press o.
• All the measured auto setup data will be erased.
F Menu screen F
q
Auto Setup
Step5:Store
Audyssey
MultEQ
Store
Cancel
Please select “Store”
to store measurement
values.
Auto Setup
Audyssey
MultEQ
Storing
Please wait...
Step5:Store
NOTE
Be sure to turn the power off before checking the speaker connections.
Error Messages
If the auto setup procedure could not be completed due to speaker installation, the measuring environment, etc., an error message is
displayed. If this happens, check the relevant items, be sure to take the necessary measures, then perform the auto setup procedure over
again.
Select “Retry” to measure again.
Error messages (examples)CauseMeasures
or
Retry
Cancel
Microphone:None
Speaker :None
Auto Setup
Caution!
Audyssey
MultEQ
• Included setup microphone is not connected.
• Not all speakers could be detected.
• The front L speaker was not properly
detected.
• Connect the included setup microphone to the SETUP
MIC jack on the main unit.
• Check the speaker connections.
too high or
Retry
Cancel
Ambient noise is
Level is too low.
Auto Setup
Caution!
Audyssey
MultEQ
• Too much noise in the room for accurate
measurements to be made.
• Speaker or subwoofer sound is too low for
accurate measurements to be made.
• Either turn off any device generating noise or move it
away.
• Try again when the surroundings are quieter.
• Check the speaker installation and the direction in
which the speakers are facing.
• Adjust the subwoofer’s volume.
Retry
R :None
Cancel
Front
Auto Setup
Caution!
Audyssey
MultEQ
• Displayed speaker could not be detected.
· The front R speaker were not properly
detected.
· Only one channel of the surround speakers
was detected.
· Sound was output from the R channel
when only one surround back speaker was
connected.
· The surround back, but the surround speaker
was not detected.
• Check the connections of the displayed speaker.
Retry
L :Phase
Cancel
Skip
Front
Auto Setup
Caution!
Audyssey
MultEQ
• Displayed speaker connected with the
polarities reversed.
• Check the polarities of the displayed speaker.
• For some speakers, this error message may be
displayed even if the speaker is properly connected. If
you are sure that the wiring is correct, select “Skip”.
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Specifi cations
Make detail settings for various parameters.
Manual Setup
SOURCE
SELECT
op
ui
SOURCE SELECT<DIMMER>
<SPEAKERS><MENU>
uiop
[TEST]
[A. MENU]
SOURCE
SELECT
[Front]
[Rear]
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
F Menu screen F
MENU
1.Auto Setup
2.Manual Setup
3.Input Setup
4.Parameter
5.Information
Speaker Setup
Use this procedure to set the speakers manually or if you wish to
change the settings made with the auto setup procedure.
a
Speaker Confi guration
Select speaker confi guration and size.
(bass reproduction capability)
Front Speaker
Select front speaker size.
[Selectable items]
Large Small
Subwoofer
Select subwoofer use.
[Selectable items]
Yes No
Center Speaker
Select center speaker use and size.
[Selectable items]
Large Small None
2.Manual Setup
2.HDMI Setup
1.Speaker Setup
4.ZONE2 Setup
5.Option Setup
3.Audio Setup
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
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s
Parameter Check
Check auto setup measurement results.
This is displayed after the auto setup procedure is completed.
The auto setup results can be set again when “Restore” is selected.
[Selectable items]
Speaker Confi g. Check
Distance Check
Channel Level Check
Crossover Freq. Check
EQ Check
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Surround Speaker
Select surround speakers use and size.
[Selectable items]
Large Small None
Surround Back Speaker
Select surround back speaker use and size.
[Selectable items]
NOTE
Since “Amp Assign” of AVR-789 is set to “ZONE2” by default, audio
is not output from the surround back speakers. When using the
surround back speakers with MAIN ZONE, change the “Amp Assign”
setting to “7.1ch” (vpage 31).
: Select this when using large speakers with ample low
Large
frequency reproduction capabilities.
: Select this when using small speakers without ample low
Small
frequency reproduction capabilities.
: Select this when no speaker is connected.
None
: Select this when a subwoofer is connected.
Yes
: Select this when no subwoofer is connected.
No
2spkrs 1spkr
Select the number of surround back speakers.
Even when the Surround Back Speaker setting is other than
“None”, sound may not be emitted from the surround back
speaker, depending on the playback source. In this case, make
a menu “Parameter” – “Surround Parameter” – “SB CH Out”
setting other than “OFF” (vpage 44).
Large Small None
(
2spkrs 1spkr
(
:
)
)
• Select “Large” or “Small” not according to the physical size of the
speaker but according to the low frequency reproduction capabilities
based on the frequency set at “Crossover Frequency” (vpage
27).
• When “Front Speaker” is set to “Small”, “Subwoofer” can
automatically set to “Yes”.
• If “Subwoofer” is set to “No”, “Front Speaker” is automatically set
to “Large”.
• If “Surround Speaker” is set to “None”, “Surround Back Speaker”
are automatically set to “None”.
• When “Front Speaker” is set to “Small”, “Center Speaker” can not
be set to “Large”.
• When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left
channel (SBL).
• When set to other than “7.1ch” with "Amp Assign”, “Surround Back
Speaker” is not displayed.
s
Subwoofer Setup
Select low range signal to be reproduced by subwoofer.
[Selectable items]
: Play low range and LFE signal of channels set to
LFE
LFE+Main
• This can be set when menu “Speaker Configuration” – “Subwoofer”
is set to “Yes”.
• Play music or a movie source and select the mode offering the
strongest bass.
• Select “LFE+Main” if you want the bass signals to always be
produced from the subwoofer.
“Small”.
: Play low range and LFE signal of all channels.
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d
Distance
Set distance from listening position to speakers.
Before making the settings, measure the distance from the
listening position to the different speakers.
Unit
Select unit for distance.
[Selectable items]
Feet Meters
Step
Select step. (smallest distance)
[Selectable items]
1ft 0.1ft
0.1m 0.01m
: Can be selected when “Feet” is set.
: Can be selected when “Meters” is set.
Default
Reset the settings to the default values.
Distance measurement
Select the speaker you want to set, then set the distance.
Set the value closest to the measured distance.
[Variable range]
0.0ft ~ 60.0ft
0.00m ~ 18.00m
NOTE
Set the distance between the listening position and the various
speakers to no more than 20.0 ft (6.00 meters).
: Display when “Feet” is set.
: Display when “Meters” is set.
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f
Channel Level
Adjust channel levels to obtain equal volume from all speakers.
Test Tone
Select test tone playback method.
[Selectable items]
: Automatically switch speaker from which test tone is
Auto
Manual
output.
: Manually switch speaker from which test tone is output.
Test Tone Start
Output test tone.
[Variable range]
z In the case of a sub woofer, reducing the volume when it is at “–12
dB” will change the setting to “OFF” (none).
OFF
z
–12dB
~
0dB
~
Default
Reset the settings to the default values.
Operating from the remote control unit
Adjusting with the remote control unit using the test tones is only
possible in the “Auto” mode and only effective in the STANDARD
mode. The adjusted levels for the different modes are automatically
stored in the memory.
GAdjusting using test tonesH
q Press [TEST].
Test tones are output from the various speakers.
w Use op to adjust so that the volume is equal for all speakers.
e When the adjustments are completed, press [TEST] again.
+12dB
g
Crossover Frequency
Select crossover frequency from which subwoofer handles low
range signal.
[Selectable items]
40Hz 60Hz 80Hz 90Hz 100Hz 110Hz 120Hz 150Hz
200Hz 250Hz
Only the portion of the bass sound of the various speakers output
from the subwoofer that has a frequency below the frequency set
here is output.
Set this according to the low frequency reproduction capabilities of
the speakers you are using.
Advanced
Set the crossover frequency separately for the different speakers.
• If in the “Advanced” settings, “Subwoofer Setup” (vpage 26)
in the menu is set to “LFE”, it is possible to make this setting
for speakers set to “Small“ at “Speaker Configuration”. If set to
“LFE+Main”, this setting can be made regardless of the speaker
size.
• For speakers set to “Small”, sound below the crossover frequency
is cut from the sound output. The cut bass sound is output from the
subwoofer or front speakers.
• Always set the crossover frequency to “80 Hz”. When using small
speakers, however, we recommend setting the crossover frequency
to a higher frequency.
:
:
h
Front Speaker Setup
Select front speakers to use for each surround mode.
[Selectable items]
Normal
Custom
: To change the settings, select “Custom”.
: When set to “Custom”, you can select beforehand the
front speaker to use for each surround mode.
[Selectable items]
DIRECT/STEREO :
MULTI CH :
A
A
B
A+B
B
A+B
NOTE
When set to “Custom”, <SPEAKERS> does not operate.
Specifications
• When the menu “Speaker Configuration” – “Surround Back
Speaker” setting (vpage 26) is set to “1spkr”, the surround back
speaker display is set to “SB”.
• Speakers set to “None” in the “Speaker Configuration” settings are
not displayed.
• When “Channel Level” is adjusted, the adjusted values are set for all
the surround modes. To adjust the channel level separately for the
different surround modes, use the operation see page 59.
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
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HDMI Setup
2.Manual Setup
2.HDMI Setup
1.Speaker Setup
4.ZONE2 Setup
5.Option Setup
3.Audio Setup
RGB Range
Auto Lipsync
YCbCr
Normal
: OFF
Color Space
2-2.HDMI Setup
ON
HDMI Control
Power Off Control
AMP
: OFF
HDMI Audio Out
2-2.HDMI Setup
ON
: OFFON
Make settings for HDMI video/audio output.
F Menu screen F
s
RGB Range
Make settings for RGB output range.
[Selectable items]
Normal
Enhanced
When “YCbCr” is selected under “Color Space”, “RGB Range” will
have no effect.
: Use video range from 16 (black) to 235 (white).
: Video range from 0 (black) to 255 (white). Use this
setting to avoid black washout.
d Auto Lipsync
Automatic compensation for timing shift in audio and video
output.
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h Power Off Control
Interlock power OFF with HDMI control.
[Selectable items]
• This can be set when “HDMI Control“ is set to “ON“.
• Please consult the operating instructions for each connected device
to check the settings.
NOTE
• When the “HDMI Control” setting has been changed, always turn
off the power to the connecting devices afterwards and then turn
back on.
• The “HDMI Control” and “Power Off Control” does not work
when the power to the equipment is off. Either power on or set to
standby.
• For details, see “HDMI Control Function” (vpage 58).
ON OFF
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a
Color Space
Make settings for output color space.
[Selectable items]
YCbCr
RGB
When connected to a monitor with a DVI-D connector (HDCP
compatible) using an HDMI/DVI converter cable, the signals are output
in RGB format, regardless of this setting.
: Output using YCbCr format.
: Output using RGB format.
[Selectable items]
f
HDMI Audio Out
Select HDMI audio output device.
ON OFF
[Selectable items]
: Use speakers connected to receiver for audio playback.
AMP
: Use speakers of TV for audio playback.
TV
NOTE
When the HDMI control function is operating, the setting of audio
playback in the connected TV takes priority (vpage 58 “HDMI
Control Function”).
g HDMI Control
Make settings for HDMI control function.
[Selectable items]
Please consult the operating instructions for each connected device
to check the settings.
NOTE
For details, see “HDMI Control Function” (vpage 58).
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
ON OFF
Specifications
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2.HDMI Setup
1.Speaker Setup
4.ZONE2 Setup
5.Option Setup
3.Audio Setup
2.2ch Direct/Stereo
3.Dolby Digital Setup
4.Auto Surround Mode
5.EQ Preset
1.EXT.IN SW Level
2-3.Audio Setup
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Audio Setup
Make settings for audio playback.
F Menu screen F
a
EXT. IN Subwoofer Level
Set the subwoofer level for playback.
[Selectable items]
We recommend setting to “+15dB”.
s
2ch Direct/Stereo
Make speaker settings for 2-channel mode playback.
0dB +5dB +10dB +15dB
Front
Select front speaker size.
[Selectable items]
Large Small
: Select front speaker size.
Subwoofer
Select subwoofer use.
[Selectable items]
Yes No
: Select subwoofer use.
Subwoofer Mode
Select low range signal to be reproduced by subwoofer.
[Selectable items]
LFE LFE+Main
: Select subwoofer signal.
Crossover
Select crossover frequency from which subwoofer handles low range
signal.
[Selectable items]
40Hz 60Hz 80Hz 90Hz 100Hz 110Hz 120Hz 150Hz
200Hz 250Hz
: Select crossover frequency.
d
Dolby Digital Setup
Set dynamic range for downmix playback of Dolby Digital
sources.
[Selectable items]
: Compression is used. Select this if sound from front
ON
speakers is distorted.
: Do not use compression. This is the recommended
OFF
setting.
• Set this to “ON” if the sound from the front speakers seems
distorted.
• When not using the center speaker or surround speakers, the
playback sound is down-mixed and output from the front speakers.
f
Auto Surround Mode
Make setting for memorizing surround mode setting for each
input signal type.
[Selectable items]
: Memorize settings. Most recently stored surround mode is
ON
automatically selected.
: Do not memorize settings. Surround mode does not change
OFF
according to input signal.
Setting
To change the settings, select “Custom”.
[Selectable items]
: Use the same settings as in “Speaker Setup”.
Basic
: Make separate settings for 2-channel mode.
Specifications
Custom
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
Distance FL
Set distance from listening position to front left speaker.
[Variable range]
0.0ft ~ 60.0ft
Distance FR
Set distance from listening position to front right speaker.
[Variable range]
NOTE
Set the distance between the listening position and the various
speakers to no more than 20.0 ft (6.00 meters).
0.0ft ~ 60.0ft
• The auto surround mode function lets you store in the memory the
surround mode last used for playing the four types of input signals
listed below.
q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals
w Dolby Digital and DTS 2-channel signals
e Dolby Digital and DTS multi-channel signals
r Multi-channel signals other than Dolby Digital and DTS (PCM,
etc.)
• When playing in the PURE DIRECT mode, the surround mode does
not change even if the input signal is changed.
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2.Manual Setup
2.HDMI Setup
1.Speaker Setup
4.ZONE2 Setup
5.Option Setup
3.Audio Setup
2-4.ZONE2 Setup
Level Lch : 0
dB
Rch : 0
dB
Vol.Limit : OFF
Power On Lev.: Last
Mute Lev. : Full
EQ Preset
Set MultEQ related settings and Manual EQ beforehand.
EQ Customize
When MultEQ® and Manual EQ you are not using are preset, MultiEQ
can be skipped when selected on the main unit or remote control
unit.
nBefore running Auto Setup
[Selectable items]
Manual :
Used Not Used
n After running Auto Setup
[Selectable items]
Audyssey Byp. L/R :
Audyssey Flat :
Manual :
Used Not Used
Used Not Used
Used Not Used
Direct Mode
Select “MultEQ” use for DIRECT or PURE DIRECT mode.
[Selectable items]
: Use “MultEQ”.
ON
: Do not use “MultEQ”.
OFF
Manual EQ
Adjust tonal quality for each speaker using graphic equalizer.
n Default
Reset the settings to the default values.
n Base Curve Copy
Copy the MultEQ “Audyssey Flat” correction curve.
“Base Curve Copy” is displayed after the auto setup procedure has
been performed.
n Adjust CH
q Select speaker adjustment method.
[Selectable items]
Each CH
L/R CH
All CH
w Select the speaker and frequency band and adjust the level.
[Selectable items]
[Variable range]
: Adjust tonal quality for each speaker separately.
: Adjust tonal quality for each L/R speaker pair.
: Adjust tonal quality for all speakers together.
63Hz 125Hz 250Hz 500Hz 1kHz
2kHz 4kHz 8kHz 16kHz
–20dB ~
0dB
~
+6dB
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Make settings for audio playback in a ZONE2 system.
F Menu screen F
NOTE
“ZONE2 Setup” is displayed when ZONE2 is selected with “Amp
Assign” (vpage 31).
a
Level Lch
Adjust the left channel output level.
[Variable range]
s
Level Rch
Adjust the right channel output level.
–12dB
~
0dB
~
+12dB
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For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
–12dB
~
0dB
~
+12dB
0
0
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2.HDMI Setup
1.Speaker Setup
4.ZONE2 Setup
5.Option Setup
3.Audio Setup
2.Vol.Control
3.Source Delete
4.On-Screen Display
5.Quick Select Name
6.Remote ID Setup
7.Display
8.Setup Lock
1.Amp Assign
2-5.Option Setup
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Make a setting for maximum volume.
[Selectable items]
OFF
–20dB
–10dB
0dB
f
Define the volume setting that is active when the power is turned
on.
[Selectable items]
[Variable range]
–70dB ~ +18dB
g
Set the amount of attenuation when muting is on.
[Selectable items]
Full
–40dB
Specifications
–20dB
Volume Limit
: Do not set a maximum volume.
: Set the maximum volume to –20 dB.
: Set the maximum volume to –10 dB.
: Set the maximum volume to 0 dB.
Power On Level
Last
– – –
: Use the memorized setting from the last session.
: Always use the muting on condition when power
is turned on.
: Set the volume level when the power is turned on
in units of 1 dB.
Mute Level
: The sound is cut off entirely.
: The sound is attenuated by 40 dB.
: The sound is attenuated by 20 dB.
Option Setup
Make various other settings.
F Menu screen F
a
Amp Assign
Define how the amplifier for the surround back speaker channels
is used.
The places where the surround back amplifier are used can be set
freely according to the usage environment. This makes it possible to
output sound to rooms other than the room (the MAIN ZONE) where
surround playback is performed (multi-zone playback) or play the sound
with high quality using the front speakers (bi-amp connections).
[Selectable items]
7.1ch
ZONE2
FrontA Bi-Amp
FrontB Bi-Amp
: The surround back channel is output from the
speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/AMP
ASSIGN terminals.
: When ZONE2 power is on, the ZONE2 channel
is output from speakers connected to the SURR.
BACK/AMP ASSIGN terminals.
: The Front A channel for Bi-Amp use is output from
the speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/AMP
ASSIGN terminals.
: The Front B channel for Bi-Amp use is output from
the speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/AMP
ASSIGN terminals.
s
Volume Control
Set the MAIN ZONE volume setting.
Volume Limit
Make a setting for maximum volume.
[Selectable items]
: Do not set a maximum volume.
OFF
: Set the maximum volume to –20 dB.
–20dB
: Set the maximum volume to –10 dB.
–10dB
0dB
: Set the maximum volume to 0 dB.
Power On Level
This sets the volume set when the MAIN ZONE’s power is turned
on.
[Selectable items]
Last
– – –
: Use the memorized setting from the last session.
: Always use the muting on condition when power
is turned on.
[Variable range]
–80dB ~ +18dB
: Set the volume level when the power is turned on
in units of 1 dB.
Mute Level
This sets the amount of attenuation of the volume when the mute
mode is set in the MAIN ZONE.
[Selectable items]
: The sound is cut off entirely.
Full
: The sound is attenuated by 40 dB.
–40dB
: The sound is attenuated by 20 dB.
–20dB
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
For details, see “Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations”
(vpage 65 ~ 68).
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d
Source Delete
Remove input sources that are not used from the display.
[Selectable items]
: Use this source.
ON
Delete
: Do not use this source.
Default
Reset the settings to the default values.
NOTE
• Input sources being used in the various zones cannot be deleted.
• Input sources set to “Delete” cannot be selected using SOURCE
SELECT.
f
On-Screen Display
Make on-screen display related settings.
See page 9 for more information on on-screen displays due to
input signals.
Screensaver
Make screensaver settings.
Use the screensaver to prevent burn-in on the monitor screen.
When set to “ON”, the screensaver is activated if there is no activity
for about 3 minutes.
[Selectable items]
: Activate the screensaver if there is no activity for about 3
ON
minutes.
: Turn the screensaver function off.
OFF
When “Screensaver” is set to “ON”, the screensaver is activated if
no operation is performed for about 3 minutes.
When you press uiop, the screen saver is cancelled and the
screen before that screen saver started is displayed.
Text
Input source and mode display.
[Selectable items]
: Turn display on.
ON
: Turn display off.
OFF
Master Volume
Master volume display during adjustment.
[Selectable items]
: Turn display on.
ON
: Turn display off.
OFF
Tuner Information
This sets the time the on-screen display is displayed when a tuner
operation is performed.
[Selectable items]
Always
30sec
10sec
: Show display continuously.
: Show display for 30 seconds after operation.
: Show display for 10 seconds after operation.
: Turn display off.
OFF
iPod Information
This sets the time the on-screen display is displayed when an iPod
operation is performed.
g
Quick Select Name
Change the Quick Select name.
Up to 16 characters can be input.
[Input characters]
A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 ! # % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; = “ ? @ [ \ ] (space)
Default
Reset the settings to the default values.
h
Remote ID Setup
Set remote control ID.
[Selectable items]
NOTE
When using the AVR-789 with only the included remote control
unit (RC-1099), use Remote ID “1” (default).
When using a separately sold remote control unit (RC-7000CI, etc.),
this function can be used. Match the ID setting of the remote control
unit and the receiver.
1
2
3
[Selectable items]
Always
30sec
10sec
: Show display continuously.
: Show display for 30 seconds after operation.
: Show display for 10 seconds after operation.
: Turn display off.
OFF
Display Mode
Select the on-screen display’s display mode.
[Selectable items]
Mode1
Mode2
Use this mode if the on-screen display does not appear
: If there is no video signal, flickering of the on-screen
display is not prevented.
: Prevents flickering of the on-screen display when there is
no video signal.
in the Mode 1, as may happen according to the TV being
used.
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
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DarkOFF
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Adjust display brightness of the receiver.
Display
k
Setup Lock
Protect settings from inadvertent change.
[Selectable items]
: Normal display brightness.
Bright
: Reduced display brightness.
Dim
: Very low display brightness.
Dark
: Display is off unless controls are operated.
OFF
Operating from the main unit
Press <DIMMER>.
When setting to “OFF”, the display brightness of the menu setting in
operation changes to “Dark”.
[Selectable items]
: Turn protection on.
ON
: Turn protection off.
OFF
• When “Setup Lock” is set to “ON”, the settings listed below can
no longer be changed. Also, “SETUP LOCKED!” is displayed if you
attempt to operate related settings.
• To cancel the setting, press <MENU> or [A.MENU] to re-display the
“Setup Lock” screen, then change the setting to “OFF”.
Specifications
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
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Specifi cations
n TUNER (FM/AM)
This menu is for “TUNER”.
F Menu screen F
2.Preset Skip
3.Preset Name
4.Video
5.Input Mode
6.Rename
7.Source Level
1.Auto Preset
[FM/AM TU]
3.Input Setup
TUNER
n XM
This menu is for “XM”.
F Menu screen F
1.Preset Skip
2.Antenna Aiming
3.Video
4.Input Mode
5.Rename
6.Source Level
3.Input Setup
XM
n SIRIUS
This menu is for “SIRIUS”.
F Menu screen F
1.Preset Skip
3.Antenna Aiming
2.Parental Lock
4.Assign
5.Video
6.Input Mode
7.Rename
8.Source Level
3.Input Setup
SIRIUS
Use this procedure to select the input source and make the settings
related to playing input sources.
n CD, CDR/TAPE, DVD, HDP, TV/CBL, VCR, V.AUX
This menu is for “CD”, “CDR/TAPE”, “DVD”, “HDP”, “TV/CBL”,
“VCR”, “V.AUX”.
F Menu screen F
1.Assign
3.Input Mode
2.Video
4.Rename
5.Source Level
3.Input Setup
CD
b The menu settings below can be made for these input sources
when “iPod Dock” is set to “Assign”.
1.Assign
3.Input Mode
2.Video
4.Rename
5.Source Level
6.iPod
3.Input Setup
VCR
[VCR/iPod]
Repeat Mode : All
Shuffle Mode : OFF
3-6.iPod
Displayed when
source name is
changed with
“Rename”.
Input Setup
ENTER, op
VIDEO SELECT
INPUT MODE
ui
uiop
INPUT MODE
ENTER
VIDEO
SELECT
[Rear]
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
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For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
Changing the input source within Input Setup
1.Assign
2.Video
3.Input Mode
4.Rename
5.Source Level
3.Input Setup
CD
The input source currently selected in the MAIN ZONE is not changed
even when the input source within Input Setup is changed.
Setup
Press u to align the
cursor with the top right
of the menu screen, and
press op to change
the input source.
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Settings Related to Playing Input
Sources
a Auto Preset
Use the auto preset function to program radio stations.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
Start
TUNER
: Start the auto preset process.
d Preset Name
Assign name to a preset memory.
Names containing up to 8 characters can be input.
A1 ~ G8
Select the preset memory number.
[Input source]
[Characters that can be input]
A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 ! # % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; = “ ? @ [ \ ] (space)
TUNER
NOTE
• It is not possible to select HDMI input signals.
• When playing HDMI video input signals, the analog video signal of
another input source cannot be selected for the HDMI video output.
• Input sources for which “Delete” is selected at “Source Delete”
cannot be selected.
• When “HDP” is set to “None” with “Input Setup” – “Assign” –
“Component In” from the menu, you cannot set “Video Select” to
“HDP”.
Convert
Automatically convert video input signal to monitor output format.
[Input source]
DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
If an FM station cannot be preset automatically, select the desired
station by tuning it in manually, then preset it manually.
s Preset Skip
Set the preset memories that you do not want to display when
tuning.
A ~ G
Select the preset channel(s) you do not want to display.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
: Display this number.
ON
: Skip this number.
Skip
If you set “Block Presets” to “Skip”, you can skip the preset memory
Specifications
blocks (A to G).
TUNER XM SIRIUS
f Video
Setting the video source.
Video Select
Switch video input source while listening to audio signal.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
Select video input source to view.
Source
The video and audio for the same input source are played.
:
Operating from the main unit or remote control
unit
Press VIDEO SELECT until the desired picture appears.
b To cancel, press VIDEO SELECT to select “Source”.
TUNER CD CDR/TAPE DVD HDP
TV/CBL VCR V.AUX XM SIRIUS
:
[Selectable items]
: Enable conversion.
ON
: Disable conversion.
OFF
NOTE
• When a non-standard video signal from a game machine or some
other source is input, the video conversion function might not
operate. If this happens, please set the conversion mode to “OFF”.
• When “Convert” is set to “OFF”, the video conversion function does
not operate. In this case, connect to a monitor via the same type of
terminal as the video input terminal.
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
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i/p Scaler
Make settings for i/p scaler function.
Progressive Mode
Select optimum progressive mode for video material.
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[Input source]
DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
[Selectable items]
: Use i/p scaler function for analog video signal.
A to H
: Do not use i/p scaler function.
OFF
NOTE
When the “Convert” setting is “OFF”, you cannot set “i/p scaler”.
Resolution
Make settings for resolution of HDMI video output signal.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
Auto
480p/576p
1080i
720p
1080p
This can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to “A to H”.
NOTE
• It is not possible to convert “1080i” signals into “720p” format.
• It is not possible to convert “720p” signals into “1080i” format.
DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
: Detect monitor panel resolution and automatically set
output resolution.
: Output at 480p/576p resolution.
: Output at 1080i resolution.
: Output at 720p resolution.
: Output at 1080p resolution.
[Input source]
DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
[Selectable items]
Auto
Video1
Video2
This can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to “A to H”.
: Automatically detect video material type.
: Select mode suitable for video playback.
: Select mode suitable for video and 30-frame film material
playback.
Aspect
This sets the aspect ratio when outputting 480i/576i or 480p/576p
input signals from the HDMI output connector.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
Full
Normal
This can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to “A to H”.
DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
: Output at 16:9 aspect ratio.
: Output at 4:3 aspect ratio.
Setup
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
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AnalogEXT. IN
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g Input Mode
Make input mode and decode mode settings for this source.
The selectable input modes depend on the input source and
“Assign” setting (vpage 38).
Input Mode
Set the input mode for this source.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
Analog
EXT. IN
: Play only signals from analog input.
: Play only signals from EXT. IN input.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
: Automatically detect input signal and perform playback.
Auto
EXT. IN
: Play only signals from EXT. IN input.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
Auto
z1
HDMI
z2
Digital
Analog
Specifications
EXT. IN
z1: This can be selected for input sources for which the menu
“Assign” setting is set to “HDMI In”.
z2: This can be selected for input sources for which the menu
“Assign” setting is set to “Digital In” (vpage 38).
TUNER
XM
CD CDR/TAPE DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR
V.AUX SIRIUS
: Automatically detect input signal and perform playback.
: Play only signals from HDMI input. (Excluding CD, CDR/
TAPE and SIRIUS)
: Play only signals from digital input.
: Play only signals from analog input.
: Play only signals from EXT. IN input.
• When a digital signal is properly input, the “” indicator lights on
the display. If the “” indicator does not light, check the digital
input connector assignment and the connections.
• The surround mode cannot be set if the input mode is set to “EXT.
IN”.
Operating from the main unit or remote control
unit
Press INPUT MODE.
Each time you press the button, the input mode display will change.
z1z2
z1: This can be selected for input sources for which the menu
“Assign” setting is set to “HDMI In”.
z2: This can be selected for input sources for which the menu
“Assign” setting is set to “Digital In” (vpage 38).
Decode Mode
Set the decode mode for this source.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
: Detect type of digital input signal and decode and play
Auto
automatically.
: Decode and play only PCM input signals.
PCM
: Decode and play only DTS input signals.
DTS
• This can be selected for input sources for which the menu “Assign”
setting is set to “HDMI In” or “Digital In” (vpage 38).
• Only set “PCM” and “DTS” when playing the respective signals.
CD CDR/TAPE DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR
V.AUX
h Rename
Change the display name for this source.
Names containing up to 8 characters can be input.
[Characters that can be input]
A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 ! # % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; = “ ? @ [ \ ] (space)
Default
Reset the settings to the default values.
j Source Level
Corrects the playback level of the selected input source’s audio
input.
[Variable range]
For input sources for which “HDMI In” and “Digital In” are set at the
menu “Assign” setting, the analog input level and digital input level
can be set separately.
–12dB
~
0dB
~
+12dB
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
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k Assign
Assign input sources to input connectors.
HDMI In
Select HDMI connector to assign to this source.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
HDMI1
HDMI2
HDMI3
Input sourceDVDHDPTV/CBLVCRV.AUX
Default settingHDMI1HDMI2NoneHDMI3None
• With HDMI, the video and audio signals are transferred
• When the AVR-789 and monitor are connected with an HDMI cable,
• The audio signals input from the analog, digital and EXT. IN connectors
: Assign HDMI1 input connector.
: Assign HDMI2 input connector.
: Assign HDMI3 input connector.
: No HDMI input connector assigned.
None
simultaneously. When HDMI is assigned to an input source, the
audio signal switches to HDMI along with the video signal. To use
with the digital audio input connectors assigned, set menu “Input
Mode” to “Digital”.
if the monitor is not compatible with HDMI audio signal playback,
only the video signals are output to the monitor.
are not output to the monitor.
DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
Digital In
Select digital input connector to assign to this source.
[Input source]
CD CDR/TAPE DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR
V.AUX SIRIUS
[Selectable items]
COAX1
COAX2
OPT1
OPT2
None
Input
source
Default
setting
: Assign COAXIAL 1 input connector.
: Assign COAXIAL 2 input connector.
: Assign OPTICAL 1 input connector.
: Assign OPTICAL 2 input connector.
: No digital input connector assigned.
CDR/
CD
COAX2 None COAX1 NoneOPT1OPT2NoneNone
DVDHDPTV/CBL VCRV.AUX SIRIUS
TAPE
Component In
Select component video input to assign to this source.
[Input source]
[Selectable items]
: Assign component video 1 input connector.
1-RCA
: Assign component video 2 input connector.
2-RCA
: Assign component video 3 input connector.
3-RCA
: No component video input connector assigned.
None
Input sourceDVDHDPTV/CBLVCRV.AUX
Default setting1-RCA2-RCA3-RCANoneNone
DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
iPod Dock
Assign control dock for iPod to this source.
[Input source]
CD CDR/TAPE DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR
V.AUX
[Selectable items]
Assign
• With the default settings, the control dock for iPod can be used
• Even if “iPod Dock” is set to “Assign”, if AVR-789 and control dock
: Assign iPod input.
: Do not assign iPod input.
None
connected to the VCR (iPod) connector.
for iPod are not connected, the input is used as the normal input
source.
l iPod
Make settings for “iPod” playback.
[Input source]
Repeat Mode
Make settings for repeat mode.
[Selectable items]
: Repeat all songs.
All
: Repeat the current song.
One
: Cancel repeat mode.
OFF
CD CDR/TAPE DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR
V.AUX
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Specifications
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
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Shuffle Mode
Make settings for shuffle mode.
n
When DENON control dock for iPod ASD-1R or ASD-11R is
connected
[Selectable items]
Songs
Albums
nWhen DENON control dock for iPod ASD-3N
: Shuffle all songs.
: Shuffle songs from current album only.
: Cancel shuffle mode.
OFF
is connected
[Selectable items]
: Shuffle mode on.
ON
: Cancel shuffle mode.
OFF
This can be selected for input sources for which “Assign” is assigned
at the “iPod Dock” setting.
A0 Antenna Aiming
Check the XM and SIRIUS radio reception sensitivity.
[Input source]
XM SIRIUS
or ASD-3W
n SIRIUS Antenna Aiming
DisplayCondition
Signal strength is excellent
Signal strength is good
Signal strength is weak
No signal
A1 Parental Lock
For any channel, set the radio reception limits.
[Input source]
Lock Setting
Set the channel radio reception limits.
Press ENTER.
q
w Using uiop, input the password (4 digits number) and press
ENTER.
e Select channel by pressing ui, and set the lock by pressing o
p.
[Selectable items]
Unlock
Lock
b When a Parental Locked channel is tuned, “Code : [ ]” is
displayed, then input the password.
SIRIUS
: Do not lock selected channel(s).
: Lock selected channel(s).
Edit Lock Code
Change the password.
Press ENTER.
q
w Input old password (4 digits) using uiop, and press ENTER.
e Input new password (4 digits) using uiop, and press ENTER.
r Input new password (4 digits) again using uiop, and press
ENTER. If the correct password is input, “Completed” is displayed,
and the new password is modified.
• If the old password is incorrectly input, “Incorrect Code” is displayed,
and proceed again from step q.
• If the password input is 3 digits or less, “Input 4-digit” is displayed,
and input again with a 4 digit password.
• If the new password is not correctly input, “Input Error” is displayed
and the password does not change.
Satellite
Indicate satellite signal strength.
Terrestrial
Indicate terrestrial signal strength.
Specifications
n XM Antenna Aiming
DisplayCondition
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 18).
• The default password is “0000”.
• If the password is wrong, “Incorrect Code” is displayed. Input the
correct password.
• While listening to the channel being played, you can also set parental
lock (vpage 55).
NOTE
You can set “Parental Lock” when the input source is “SIRIUS”.
Signal strength is strong
Signal strength is good
Signal strength is marginal
Signal strength is weak
No signal
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Surround Modes
q Standard Playback
This is the mode for enjoying surround sound according to the
program source.
Surround Playback of 2-channel Sources
Selecting the surround mode
Select by turning <SELECT/ENTER> or pressing [STANDARD].
The mode switches each time the [STANDARD] is pressed.
[Selectable items]
DOLBY PLgx
or
DOLBY PLg
z
: The signals are decoded in DOLBY PLgx or DOLBY
PLg for playback.
DTS NEO:6
: The signals are decoded in DTS NEO:6 for
playback.
neural
: It is possible to play analog input signals and PCM
(2-channel, 48 kHz or less) in the surround mode.
This is the optimum mode for playing sources
recorded in XM HD Surround (vpage 71).
z
: DOLBY PLgx can be selected when surround back speakers are
being used.
DOLBY PLg can be selected when surround back speakers are
not being used.
Select the mode to suit the source
Select the “Cinema”, “Music”, “Game” and “Pro Logic” modes at
menu “Parameter” – “Surround Parameter” – “Mode” (vpage
43).
n DOLBY PLgx or DOLBY PLg
Cinema
: This mode is suited for movie sources.
Music
: This mode is suited for music sources.
Game
: This mode is suited for games.
Pro Logic
: This is the Pro Logic playback mode. This can be
selected when playing with a DOLBY PLg decoder.
When this mode is selected, “DOLBY PL” is
displayed.
n DTS NEO:6
Cinema
: This mode is suited for movie sources.
Music
: This mode is suited for music sources.
<SELECT/ENTER>
[STANDARD]
[DSP SIMULATION][DIRECT/STEREO]
[PURE DIRECT]
[Rear]
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
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Playing Multi-channel Sources
(Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.)
In the case of standard playback of multi channel sources, the AVR789 recognizes the format of the multi-channel audio input signal and
automatically operates the appropriate decoder for surround sound.
[Selectable items]
STANDARD
Any of the surround modes in the “Display” column in the following
table.
The mode changes depending upon factors such as the
• Input signal
• Whether or not surround back speakers
are being used.
DOLBY DIGITAL EX
DOLBY DIGITAL Plus (z4)
DOLBY TrueHD (z4)
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 /
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 /
Specifications
z1 : This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Matrix 6.1”
z2 : This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Discrete
z3 : This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS 96/24”.
z4 : When a signal is input, the HD AUDIO indicator lights.
:
Input signalDisplay
DOLBY DIGITAL
(other than 2ch) /
DTS (5.1ch) /
DTS 96/24
DTS-HD (z4)
PCM (multi ch)
and the AVR-789’s “AFDM” setting is set to “ON”.
6.1”.
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL EX
DOLBY DIGITAL+PLgx CINEMA
DOLBY DIGITAL+PLgx MUSIC
DOLBY DIGITAL +
DOLBY TrueHD
DOLBY HD+EX
DOLBY HD+PLgx CINEMA
DOLBY HD+PLgx MUSIC
DTS SURROUND
DTS+PLgx CINEMA
DTS+PLgx MUSIC
DTS+NEO:6
DTS ES MTRX6.1 (z1)
DTS ES DSCRT6.1 (z2)
DTS 96/24 (z3)
DTS-HD HI RES
DTS-HD MSTR
DTS-HD+NEO:6
DTS-HD+PLgx CINEMA
DTS-HD+PLgx MUSIC
MULTI CH IN
MULTI IN+PLgx CINEMA
MULTI IN+PLgx MUSIC
MULTI CH IN 7.1
w DSP Simulation Playback
The desired mode according to the program source and viewing
situation can be selected from among 7 DENON original surround modes.
The surround parameters can be adjusted (vpage 72, 73) to
achieve an even more realistic, powerful sound field.
Selecting the surround mode
Select by turning <SELECT/ENTER> or pressing [DSP SIMULATION].
[Selectable items]
z1
5CH / 7CH STEREO
ROCK ARENA
JAZZ CLUB
MONO MOVIE
VIDEO GAME
MATRIX
VIRTUAL
z1: “5CH STEREO” is displayed when “Surround Parameter” – “SB
CH Out” is “OFF”, and “Amp Assign” is set to except “7.1ch”
(vpage 31, 44).
z2: When playing sources recorded in monaural in the MONO MOVIE
mode, the sound will be off balance with a single channel (left or
right), so input to both channels.
Depending on the program source being played, it may not be possible
to achieve a satisfactory surround effect. In this case, try other modes
to achieve a sound field suited to your tastes.
NOTE
When the input signal is DOLBY TrueHD, DOLBY DIGITAL Plus ,DTSHD you cannot select DENON original surround mode.
: This mode is for enjoying stereo sound
from all speakers.
: This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere
of a live concert in an arena.
: This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere
of a live concert in a jazz club.
z2
: This mode is for playing monaural movie
sources with surround sound.
: This mode is suited for achieving surround
sound with video games.
: This mode lets you add a sense of expansion
to stereo music sources.
: This mode is for enjoying surround
effects using only the front speakers or
headphones.
e Direct Playback
Selecting the mode
Select by turning <SELECT/ENTER> or pressing [DIRECT/STEREO].
[Selectable items]
:
DIRECT
In this mode the signals bypass the tone adjustment circuitry for high
quality sound.
The sound is output to the same channels as the input signal.
Input signal
Analog signal /
PCM (2ch) /
Dolby Digital source /
DTS source /
Other 2-channel digital signals
PCM (multi ch)
For details, see page 75.
DIRECT
MULTI CH DIRECT
M DIRECT + PLgx CINEMA
M DIRECT + PLgx MUSIC
M DIRECT 7.1
Display
r Stereo Playback
Selecting the mode
Select by turning <SELECT/ENTER> or pressing [DIRECT/STEREO].
[Selectable items]
STEREO
This is the mode for playing in stereo. The tone can be adjusted.
Sound is output from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
When [DIRECT/STEREO] is pressed DIRECT mode can be switched to
STEREO mode.
:
For details, see pages 74, 75.
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Specifi cations
Parameter
[AUDIO DELAY]
[NIGHT]
ENTER
MULTEQ
RESTORER
DYNAMIC
VOLUME
[SOURCE
CONTROL 1]
uiop
ENTER, opRETURNDYNAMIC VOLUME
uiMULTEQ <MENU>RESTORER
uiop
[STANDARD]
RETURN
[MUSIC]
[CINEMA]
[A. MENU]
ENTER
[Front]
[Rear]
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
1
Press <MENU> or [A.MENU].
The menu is displayed.
b To operate from the remote control unit, be sure to set the
[SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO”.
2
Use ui to select “Parameter”, then press ENTER.
3
To change the setting:
Press ui to select the item you want to change, then
press op to change the setting.
b To return to the previous item, press RETURN.
b Select “Default Yes”, then press o to reset to the default
setting.
4
Press ENTER to enter the setting.
Adjusting the parameters
n To exit adjustment
Press <MENU> or [A.MENU] during adjustment.
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Operating from the main unit
Use <SELECT/ENTER> to select the surround mode.
n During PCM (2ch) / Analog / DOLBY DIGITAL (2ch)
DIRECTSTEREO
DTS NEO:6
7CH STEREO
(5CH STEREO)
MATRIXVIRTUAL
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx
(DOLBY PRO LOGIC g)
VIDEO GAME
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z
MONO MOVIE
ROCK ARENA
JAZZ CLUB
z : It is possible to play analog input signals and PCM (2-channel, 48
kHz or less) in the surround mode.
n During Digital (Multi channel)
DIRECTSTEREO
7CH STEREO
(5CH STEREO)
STANDARD
(Dolby Digital, DTS, etc)
MATRIXVIRTUAL
ROCK ARENA
JAZZ CLUB
MONO MOVIE
VIDEO GAME
Playback in the PURE DIRECT Mode
This is the mode that recreates the original sound most faithfully,
providing extremely high quality sound.
• To cancel, press [PURE DIRECT]again.
• When in the PURE DIRECT mode, the on-screen display is not
displayed and the display on the main unit is turned off.
• If the HDMI input connector is selected, video outputs are output in
the PURE DIRECT mode.
• The channel level and surround parameters in the PURE DIRECT
mode are the same as in the DIRECT mode.
Press [PURE DIRECT].
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3.Audyssey Settings
4.RESTORER
5.Night Mode
6.Audio Delay
1.Surround Parameter
4.Parameter
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Surround Parameter
Adjust surround sound parameters.
The parameters (items) which can be adjusted differ
depending upon the following conditions.
•
• The type of input signal
• The type of surround mode
For details of which parameters can be adjusted in each
surround mode, see “Surround Modes and Parameters”
(vpage 72, 73).
n Surround Parameter
a Mode
s Cinema EQ
d Dynamic Range Control
f Dynamic Range Compression
g LFE
h Center Image
j Panorama
k Dimension
l Center Width
A0 Delay Time
A1 Effect Level
A2 Room Size
A3 AFDM (Auto Flag Detect Mode)
A4 SB CH Out
A5 SUBWOOFER ATT
A6 Subwoofer
Whether an input signal is present (when playing) or not
(when stopped, etc.).
F Menu screen F
Surround Parameter
Adjust surround sound parameters.
The adjustable parameters differ for the different surround modes
(vpage 72, 73).
a Mode
Select the mode to match the source (cinema source, music source,
etc.).
n In the PLgx or PLg mode
[Selectable items]
Cinema
Music
n In the DTS NEO:6 mode
[Selectable items]
Cinema
“Cinema” mode and “Music” mode crossover operation is executed
with the remote control unit.
Press [CINEMA]or [MUSIC].
The “Music” mode is also effective for movie sources including a lot
of stereo music.
: This is the mode for cinema source.
: This is the mode for music source.
Game
: This is the mode for game source.
PL
: Dolby Pro Logic playback mode
(This is the mode for 4-channel playback (front L, front R,
center, surround (MONO).)
:This is the mode for cinema source.
Music
: This is the mode for music source.
Operating from the remote control unit
(PLg mode only).
s Cinema EQ
Soften the treble range of movie soundtracks for better understanding.
[Selectable items]
: “Cinema EQ” is used.
ON
: “Cinema EQ” is not used.
OFF
d Dynamic Range Control
Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds).
[Selectable items]
This can be set in the Dolby TrueHD mode.
Auto Low Mid High OFF
f Dynamic Range Compression
Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds).
[Selectable items]
: Turn dynamic range compression off.
OFF
: Low setting.
Low
: Middle setting.
Mid
: High setting.
High
When playing DTS sources, this is only displayed for compatible
software.
g LFE
Adjust the low-frequency effects level (LFE).
[Variable range]
For proper playback of the different program sources, we recommend
setting to the values below.
• Dolby Digital sources: “0 dB”
• DTS movie sources: “0 dB”
• DTS music sources: “–10 dB”
–10dB
~
0dB
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h Center Image
Assign center channel signal to front left and right channels for wider
sound.
[Variable range]
0.0
~
0.3
~
1.0
j Panorama
Assign front L/R signal also to surround channels, for wider sound.
If the surround effect seems weak, set “Panorama” to “ON”.
[Selectable items]
ON OFF
k Dimension
Shift sound image center to front or rear, to adjust playback balance.
[Variable range]
0
~ 3 ~
6
l Center Width
Assign center channel signal to front left and right channels for wider
sound.
[Variable range]
0
~ 3 ~
7
A0 Delay Time
Adjust delay time to control sound stage size.
[Variable range]
0 ms
~
30 ms
~
300 ms
A1 Effect Level
Adjust the strength of the surround effect.
[Variable range]
Set to a lower level if the positioning and sense of phase of the
surround signals seems unnatural.
1
~ 10 ~
15
A2 Room Size
Determine size of acoustic environment.
[Selectable items]
Small
Med.S
Medium
Med.L
Large
: Simulate acoustics of a small room.
: Simulate acoustics of a medium-small room.
: Simulate acoustics of a medium room.
: Simulate acoustics of a medium-large room.
: Simulate acoustics of a large room.
NOTE
“Room Size” does not indicate the size of the room in which sources
are played.
A3 AFDM (Auto Flag Detect Mode)
Auto-select surround mode by source.
This function only works for software containing a special identification
signal.
If the software being played is recorded in Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES,
it is played in 6.1-channels. If not, it is played in 5.1-channels.
[Selectable items]
Example : Playing Dolby Digital software (with EX flag)
• When “AFDM” is set to “ON”, the surround mode is automatically
set to the DOLBY + PLgx CINEMA mode.
• To play in the Dolby Digital EX mode, set “AFDM” to “OFF” and
“SB CH Out” to “MTRX ON”.
• Some Dolby Digital EX sources do not include EX flags. If the playback
mode does not switch automatically even when “AFDM” is set to
“ON”, set “SB CH Out” to “MTRX ON” or “PLIIx CINEMA”.
• When the “Amp Assign” setting is “7.1ch”, and using the surround
back speakers, you can set “AFDM”.
ON OFF
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A4 SB CH Out
(Selectable displays during multi-channel source playback.)
Select playback mode for surround back channels.
[Selectable items]
OFF
MTRX ON
PLIIx CINEMA
PLIIx MUSIC
ES MTRX
ES DSCRT
DSCRT ON
z1: This can be selected when “Surround Back Speaker” is set
to “2spkrs” at the menu “Manual Setup” – “Speaker Setup”
– “Speaker Configuration” setting (vpage 25).
z2: This can be selected when “Surround Back Speaker” is set to
“2spkrs” or “1spkr” at the menu “Manual Setup” – “Speaker
Setup” –“Speaker Configuration” setting.
z3: This can be selected when playing DTS sources.
z4: This can be selected when playing DTS sources including a
discrete 6.1-channel signal identification signal.
Settings can also be made when [STANDARD] is pressed.
When using surround back speakers, adopt the following
settings.
q Adopt “7.1ch” for the “Amp Assign” setting.
• The default setting for the Amp Assign mode of AVR-789 is
“ZONE2”.
w Adopt a setting other than “OFF” for the “SB CH Out” setting
of “Surround Parameter”.
: No signal is played from the surround back
channels.
: The surround channel signals undergo digital
matrix processing and are output from the
surround back channels.
z1
: Decoded in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Cinema mode,
surround back signal played.
z2
: Decoded in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode,
surround back signal played.
z3
: DTS signal played with digital matrix
processing.
z4
: Signal included in DTS-ES Discrete 6.1-channel
sources played.
: Mode for discrete playback of surround back
signals included in 7.1-channel digital discrete
audio signals (DVD, etc.).
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For details on adjusting individual parameters, see “Adjusting the parameters” (vpage 42).
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Audyssey
Audyssey Byp. L/R
Audyssey Flat
ManualOFF
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A4 SB CH Out
(Selectable displays during 2-channel source playback.)
Determine whether to use surround back speakers.
[Selectable items]
: The surround back channel signal is played.
ON
: The surround back channel signal is not played.
OFF
A5 SUBWOOFER ATT
Attenuate subwoofer level when using EXT. IN mode.
[Selectable items]
: The input from the subwoofer channel is attenuated.
ON
: The input from the subwoofer channel is not attenuated.
OFF
Usually use in this mode.
Set this to “ON” if the subwoofer channel level seems too high when
playing audio signal.
A6 Subwoofer
Turn subwoofer output on and off.
[Selectable items]
: The subwoofer is used.
ON
: The subwoofer is not used.
OFF
Tone
Adjust the tonal quality of the sound.
A7 Tone Control
Turn tone adjustments off.
[Selectable items]
: Allow tone adjustment (treble, bass).
ON
: Playback without tone adjustment.
OFF
The tone cannot be adjusted when in the DIRECT mode.
NOTE
When the “Dynamic EQ” setting is “ON”, setting is not possible.
A8 Bass
Adjust low frequency range (bass).
[Variable range]
–6dB
A9 Treble
Adjust high frequency range (treble).
[Variable range]
“Bass” and “Treble” can be set when “Tone Control” is set to “ON”.
–6dB
~
~
0dB
0dB
~
~
+6dB
+6dB
Audyssey Settings
Select MultEQ, Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume.
S0 MultEQ
Select the type of correction desired from the following list:
[Selectable items]
Audyssey
Audyssey Byp. L/R
Audyssey Flat
Manual
OFF
Operating from the main unit or remote control
unit
Press MULTEQ.
• When “Audyssey”, “Audyssey Byp. L/R” or “Audyssey Flat” is
selected, “” lights.
• After running Auto Setup, if the Speaker Configuration, Distance,
Channel Level, and Crossover Frequency have changed without
increasing the number of speakers measured, only “”
lights.
: Optimize frequency response of all speakers.
: Optimize frequency response of speakers
except front L and R speakers.
: Optimize frequency response of all speakers
to flat response.
: Apply frequency response set with “Manual
EQ” (vpage 30).
: Turn equalizer off.
Specifications
For details on adjusting individual parameters, see “Adjusting the parameters” (vpage 42).
• “Audyssey”, “Audyssey Byp. L/R” and “Audyssey Flat” can be
selected after the auto setup procedure has been performed.
• After performing “Auto Setup”, the “MultEQ” setting automatically
becomes “Audyssey”.
• If the settings of speakers for which “None” has been determined
at “Auto Setup” are changed, “Audyssey”, “Audyssey Byp. L/R” and
“Audyssey Flat” cannot be selected. Either perform Auto Setup
again, or return to the setting after running Auto Setup with “Auto
Setup” – “Parameter Check” – “Restore”.
• MultEQ and Manual EQ set to “Not Used” with “Manual Setup”
– “Audio Setup” – “EQ Preset” – “EQ Customize” (vpage 30) on
the menu, cannot be selected.
• When using headphones, “MultEQ” is set to “OFF”.
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S1 Dynamic EQ
Dynamic EQ / Volume : ONDynamic EQ : ON / Volume : OFF
Dynamic EQ / Volume : OFF
Dynamic EQ / Volume : ON
“Green”“Red”
Dynamic EQ : ON / Volume : OFF
Dynamic EQ / Volume : OFF
“Off”
Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound
quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception
and room acoustics. Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in tandem with
Audyssey MultEQ to provide well-balanced sound for every listener
at any volume level.
[Selectable items]
: Use Dynamic EQ function.
ON
: Do not use Dynamic EQ function.
OFF
Operating from the main unit or remote control
unit
Press DYNAMIC VOLUME.
• “Dynamic EQ” can only be set when auto setup has been
performed.
• After performing “Auto Setup”, the “Dynamic EQ” setting
automatically becomes “ON”.
• “Dynamic EQ” cannot be set in the following situations.
⋅ If “Auto Setup” fails to be completed.
⋅ After running Auto Setup, when the number of used speakers has
increased from the number of measured speakers.
• When “MultEQ” is set to “OFF”, “Dynamic EQ” is automatically set
to “OFF”.
• Before running Auto Setup and after running Auto Setup, if the
number of speakers has increased or you pressed DYNAMIC
VOLUME, “Run Audyssey” is displayed. In this case, either perform
Auto Setup, or return to the setting after running Auto Setup with
“Auto Setup” – “Parameter Check” – “Restore”.
NOTE
When you set ”Dynamic EQ” to ”ON”, “Tone Control” and “Night
Mode” are switched ”OFF”.
n Operating conditions for each function
• Dynamic EQ : When “MultEQ” is set to “ON”
• Dynamic Volume : When “Dynamic EQ” is set to “ON”
• Setting : When “Dynamic Volume” is set to “ON”
S0 MultEQ
S1 Dynamic EQ
S2 Dynamic Volume
S3 Setting
S2 Dynamic Volume
Audyssey Dynamic Volume solves the problem of large variations in
volume level between television programs, commercials, and between
the soft and loud passages of movies.
Audyssey Dynamic EQ is integrated into Dynamic Volume so that as
the playback volume is adjusted automatically, the perceived bass
response, tonal balance, surround impression, and dialog clarity
remain the same.
[Selectable items]
: Use Dynamic Volume.
ON
The Dynamic Volume effect will be at the level of the
“Setting”.
: Do not use Dynamic Volume.
OFF
Operating from the main unit or remote control
unit
Press DYNAMIC VOLUME.
• “Dynamic Volume” can only be set when auto setup has been
performed.
• “Dynamic Volume” cannot be set in the following situations.
⋅ If “Auto Setup” fails to be completed.
⋅ After running Auto Setup, when the number of used speakers has
increased from the number of measured speakers.
• When “MultEQ” is set to “OFF”, “Dynamic Volume” is automatically
set to “OFF”.
• Before running Auto Setup and after running Auto Setup, if the
number of speakers has increased or you pressed DYNAMIC
VOLUME, “Run Audyssey” is displayed. In this case, either perform
Auto Setup, or return to the setting after running Auto Setup with
“Auto Setup” – “Parameter Check” – “Restore”.
NOTE
“Dynamic Volume” and “Night Mode” cannot be used jointly.
For details on adjusting individual parameters, see “Adjusting the parameters” (vpage 42).
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S3 Setting
Can be set when “Dynamic Volume” is set to “ON”.
Set Dynamic Volume effect.
[Selectable items]
Midnight
Evening
Day
NOTE
• “Setting” can only be set when auto setup has been performed.
• “Setting” cannot be set in the following situations.
⋅ If “Auto Setup” fails to be completed.
⋅ After running Auto Setup, when the number of used speakers has
increased from the number of measured speakers.
⋅ If “Dynamic Volume” setting is “OFF”.
Audyssey Dynamic EQ™ solves the problem of deteriorating sound
quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human
perception and room acoustics. Dynamic EQ selects the correct
frequency response and surround levels moment-by-moment at
any user-selected volume setting. The result is bass response,
tonal balance, and surround impression that remain constant
despite changes in volume. Dynamic EQ combines information
from incoming source levels with actual output sound levels in the
room, a prerequisite for delivering a loudness correction solution.
Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in tandem with Audyssey MultEQ to
provide well-balanced sound for every listener at any volume level.
Audyssey Dynamic Volume™ solves the problem of large variations
in volume level between television programs, commercials, and
between the soft and loud passages of movies.
Dynamic Volume looks at the preferred volume setting by the user and
then monitors how the volume of program material is being perceived
by listeners in real time to decide whether an adjustment is needed.
Whenever necessary, Dynamic Volume makes the necessary rapid
or gradual adjustments to maintain the desired playback volume
level while optimizing the dynamic range. Audyssey Dynamic EQ is
integrated into Dynamic Volume so that as the playback volume is
adjusted automatically, the perceived bass response, tonal balance,
surround impression, and dialog clarity remain the same whether
watching movies, flipping between television channels, or changing
from stereo to surround sound content.
: High setting affects volume the most, causing all sounds
to be of equal loudness.
: Middle setting prevents loud and soft sounds from
being much louder and softer respectively than average
sounds.
: Low setting provides the least adjustments to the
loudest and softest of sounds.
About Dynamic EQ
About Dynamic Volume
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OFFMode 1
(RESTORER 64)
Mode 2
(RESTORER 96)
Mode 3
(RESTORER HQ)
OFFLowMid
High
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RESTORER
This function restores compressed audio signals to how they
were before compression and corrects the sense of volume of
the bass and treble to obtain richer playback sound.
[Selectable items]
:
OFF
Mode1
Mode2
Mode3
(RESTORER 64):
(RESTORER 96):
(RESTORER HQ):
Do not use RESTORER.
Optimized mode for compressed sources with very weak highs.
Apply suitable bass and treble boost for all compressed sources.
Optimized mode for compressed sources with normal highs.
The default setting for “iPod” is “Mode3”. All others are set to “OFF”.
Night Mode
Optimized setting for late-night listening.
Set the dynamic range compression of the output audio.
[Selectable items]
: Turn night mode off.
OFF
: Low setting.
Low
: Middle setting.
Mid
High
: High setting.
Operating from the remote control unit
Press [NIGHT].
The “” indicator lights when “Low”, “Mid” or “High” is
selected.
Audio Delay
Compensate for mismatched timing between video and audio.
Delay audio.
This sets the delay time for audio signals.
[Variable range]
If you wish to adjust the “Audio Delay” while playing HDMI or
component video signals, press u to set “OSD” to “OFF”. This way
the audio delay can be adjusted while watching the picture. (Press u
again to switch to the on-screen display.)
Operating from the remote control unit
Press [AUDIO DELAY]then press op to adjust audio delay.
NOTE
When operating by remote control, the onscreen display is not
shown.
0 ms
~
200 ms
When set to something other than “OFF”, “” is displayed.
Operating from the main unit or remote control
unit
Press RESTORER.
About the RESTORER function
• Such compressed audio formats as MP3, WMA (Windows Media
Audio) and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the amount of data by eliminating
signal components that are hard for the human ear to hear. The
Specifications
RESTORER function generates the signals eliminated upon
compression, restoring the sound to conditions near those of the
original sound before compression. It also corrects the sense of
volume of the bass to obtain richer sound with compressed audio
signals.
• This is displayed on the menu and can be set when the input source
is selected to “XM”, or analog signals (including FM/AM and SIRIUS
signals) or PCM signals (fs = 44.1/48 kHz) are input.
NOTE
• When the “Dynamic EQ” setting is “ON”, setting is not possible.
• When a HD-Audio (DOLBY DIGITAL Plus, DOLBY TrueHD, DTS-HD)
signal is input, the “Night Mode” can not be selected.
• This cannot be adjusted when playing in the EXT. IN, DIRECT or
STEREO mode (with “Front Speaker” set to “Large”, “Tone
Control” to “OFF” and “MultEQ”, “RESTORER” and “Night Mode”
to “OFF”.)
• When the Auto Lipsync Correction function is operating, you can set
within the range 0 ~ 100 ms.
• Store “Audio Delay” for each input source.
For details on adjusting individual parameters, see “Adjusting the parameters” (vpage 42).
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Specifi cations
F Menu screen F
2.Audio Input Signal
3.HDMI Information
4.Auto Surround Mode
5.Quick Select
6.Preset Station
1.Status
5.Information
Information
Status
Shows information about current settings.
a
MAIN ZONE
Shows information about settings for MAIN ZONE.
The items displayed differ according to the input source.
[Items to be checked]
Select Source Name Surround Mode Input Mode
Rec Select Video Select Source Level MultEQ
Dynamic EQ Dynamic Volume Night Mode RESTORER
etc.
s
ZONE2
Shows information about settings for multi-zone.
[Items to be checked]
Power Select Source Volume Level
Name :FM/AM TU
Surround Mode:
STEREO
Select Source:TUNER
5-1.Status
1/4
Audio Input Signal
Shows information about audio input signals.
Dialogue normalization function
This is automatically activated when playing Dolby Digital sources.
This function automatically corrects the standard signal level for
individual program sources.
The correction value can be checked using <STATUS>.
The fi gure is the correction value when the standard level is
corrected.
[Items to be checked]
Surround Mode
: The currently set surround mode is displayed.
SIGNAL
: The input signal type is displayed.
fs
: The input signal’s sampling frequency is
displayed.
Format
: The number of channels in the input signal (front,
surround, LFE) is displayed.
Offset
: The dialogue normalization correction value is
displayed.
Flag
: “MATRIX” is displayed if the input signal has
undergone matrix processing, “DISCRETE” if the
input signal has undergone discrete processing.
<STATUS>
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
F Menu screen F
2.Audio Input Signal
3.HDMI Information
4.Auto Surround Mode
5.Quick Select
1.Status
5.Information
DOLBY DIGITAL EX
SIGNAL:Dolby Digital
fs :48kHz
Format:3/2/.1
Offset:-4dB
Surround Mode:
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You can also display current status on the main unit’s display each
time you press <STATUS>.
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2.Audio Input Signal
3.HDMI Information
4.Auto Surround Mode
5.Quick Select
6.Preset Station
1.Status
5.Information
2.Audio Input Signal
3.HDMI Information
4.Auto Surround Mode
5.Quick Select
6.Preset Station
1.Status
5.Information
2.Audio Input Signal
3.HDMI Information
4.Auto Surround Mode
5.Quick Select
1.Status
5.Information
480p
Color Space
RGB 4:4:4
Pixel Depth
8bits
Resolution
5-3.HDMI Signal Info.
5-6.Preset Station
A1FM 87.50M
Hz
A2FM 89.10M
Hz
A3FM 98.10M
Hz
A4FM107.90M
Hz
A5FM 90.10M
Hz
A6FM 90.10M
Hz
A7FM 90.10M
Hz
A8FM 90.10M
Hz
5-5.Quick Select
1/2
1.Quick Select 1
2.Quick Select 2
3.Quick Select 3
HDMI
Support Resolution
480i/p
576i/p
1080i:50Hz/60
Hz
720p:50Hz/60
Hz
1080p:50Hz/60
Hz
1080p:24
Hz
Interface
5-3.HDMI Monitor Info.
2.Audio Input Signal
3.HDMI Information
4.Auto Surround Mode
5.Quick Select
1.Status
5.Information
5-4.Auto Surround Mode
[Analog][PCM]
2CH:STEREO
[Digital]
2CH:DOLBY PLIIx cinema
5.1CH:DOLBY/DTS SURROUND
[Multi ch]
:MULTI CH IN
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HDMI Information
Shows information about HDMI input signals and monitor.
F Menu screen F
Auto Surround Mode
Shows information about auto surround mode settings.
The surround mode for which the last memory function was used
for the different input signal types is displayed.
F Menu screen F
Preset Station
Shows information about preset stations.
F Menu screen F
a
HDMI Signal Information
The HDMI input signal information is displayed.
[Items to be checked]
Resolution Color Space Pixel Depth
s
HDMI Monitor Information
The HDMI monitor information is displayed.
[Items to be checked]
Specifications
Interface Support Resolution
[Items to be checked]
Analog/PCM 2CH Digital 2CH Digital 5.1CH Multi ch
Quick Select
Shows information about quick select settings.
F Menu screen F
[Items to be checked]
Name Input Source Input Mode Volume Level MultEQ
Dynamic EQ Dynamic Volume Front Sp Analog/PCM 2CH
Digital 2CH Digital 5.1CH Multi ch
[Input source]
[Items to be checked]
TUNER XM SIRIUS
A1 ~ G8
For instructions on storing settings at Quick Select 1 to 3, see page
60.
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Specifi cations
Preparations
1
Press <POWER>.
The power indicator lights red and the power is set to the
standby mode.
2
Press <ON/STANDBY> or [ON/SOURCE].
The power indicator fl ashes green and the power turns on.
b Also press SOURCE SELECT when in standby mode, the power
turns on. In this case the input source is selected by remote
control unit.
b Also press [QUICK SELECT] when in standby mode, the power
turns on. In this case Quick Select is selected.
Turning the Power Off
q Press <ON/STANDBY> or [OFF].
The power is set to the standby mode.
w Press <POWER>.
The power indicator turns off, and so does the power.
NOTE
• Power continues to be supplied to some of the circuitry even when
the power is in the standby mode. When leaving home for long
periods of time or when traveling, either press <POWER> to turn off
the power, or unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
• When the multi-zone power is switched on, and you want to switch
off the main zone power, press [OFF].
Turning the Power On
Selecting the Input Source
If “Rec Select” or “Video Select” is selected for the input source,
press <SOURCE> before turning <SOURCE SELECT>.
Either turn <MASTER VOLUME> or press [MASTER
VOLUME].
[Variable range]
– – – –80.0dB ~ 18.0dB
Operations During Playback
Adjusting the Master Volume
Press [MUTING].
• The sound is reduced to the level set at menu “Manual Setup“ –
“Option Setup“ – “Volume Control“ – “Mute Level“.
• To cancel, press [MUTING] again. Muting can also be canceled by
adjusting the master volume.
Plug the headphones into the PHONESjack on the main
unit.
The sound from the speakers and pre-out connectors is automatically
cut.
NOTE
Be careful not to set the volume too high when using headphones.
Turning Off the Sound Temporarily (Muting)
Listening with Headphones
Press <SPEAKERS>.
Front AFront B
Front A+B
Switching the front speakers
<ON/STANDBY>
<POWER>
<SPEAKERS>
<SOURCE>
<SOURCE SELECT>
<MASTER VOLUME>
[OFF]
[SOURCE SELECT]
[ON/SOURCE]
[MASTER
VOLUME]
[MUTING]
[QUICK SELECT]
[SOURCE SELECT]
[Front]
[Rear]
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
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Select the source using SOURCE SELECT.
Turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [SOURCE SELECT] to switch
between input sources.
NOTE
The adjustable range will differ depending upon factors such as the
type of input signal and the channel level setting.
PHONES jack
Playback
NOTE
When you set to “Custom” with “Front Speaker Setup“, you cannot
operate <SPEAKERS> (vpage 27).
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Specifi cations
1
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [TUNER] to
select “TUNER”.
2
Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” and [SOURCE
CONTROL 2] to “TUNER”.
(vpage 61 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
3
Press BAND to select “FM” or “AM”.
Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts
Basic Operation
Playing Video and Audio
Equipment
1
Prepare the equipment.
q Load the BD, DVD, CD or other software in the player.
(vSee the operating instructions of the respective equipment.)
w To play a video equipment, switch the monitor input.
(vSee the monitor’s operating instructions.)
2
Use SOURCE SELECT to select the input source.
3
Start playback.
(vSee the operating instructions of the respective equipment.)
Basic Operation
• If the desired station cannot be tuned in with auto tuning, tune it in
manually.
• When tuning in stations manually, press and hold TUNING to change
frequencies continuously.
• The time (default : 30 sec) for which the on-screen display are
displayed can be set at “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “OnScreen Display” (vpage 32).
Press uiop to return to the original screen.
BAND<STATUS>
TUNING
<SOURCE SELECT>
SHIFT
<PRESET>
op
ui
SOURCE SELECT
SHIFT
TUNING
[SOURCE
CONTROL 1]
[SOURCE
CONTROL 2]
[TUNER]
[SAT TU1/2]
[CHANNEL+/–]
uiop
SOURCE SELECT
TUNING
[MODE]
[MEMORY]
[TUNER]
[SAT TU1/2]
BAND
[Front]
[Rear]
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
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The remote control unit can be used to operate external devices.
See “Remote Control Unit Operations” (vpage 61).
4
Tune in the desired broadcast station.
q To tune in automatically (Auto Tuning)
Press [MODE] to light the “AUTO” indicator on the display, then
use TUNING to select the station you want to hear.
w To tune in manually (Manual Tuning)
Press [MODE] to turn off the display’s “AUTO” indicator, then use
TUNING to select the station you want to hear.
Presetting Radio Stations
(Preset Memory)
Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can
tune them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset.
1
Tune in the broadcast station you want to preset.
2
Press [MEMORY].
3
Press SHIFT to select the block (A to G) in which the
station is to be preset.
4
Press <PRESET> or [CHANNEL +/–] to select the
preset number (1 to 8).
5
Press [MEMORY] again to complete the setting.
• To preset other stations, repeat steps 1 to 5.
• Stations can be preset automatically at menu “Input Setup” – “Auto
Preset” (vpage 35).
Once you have installed the XM Mini-Tuner Home Dock, inserted the
XM Mini-Tuner, connected the XM Mini-Tuner Home Dock to your
XM Ready® audio system, and installed the antenna, you are ready
to subscribe and begin receiving XM programming. There are three
places to find your eight character XM Radio ID: On the XM MiniTuner, on the XM Mini-Tuner package, and on XM Channel 0. Record
the Radio ID below for reference.
Note:
The XM Radio ID does not use the letters “I”, “O”, “S” or
“F”.
Activate your XM Satellite Radio service in the U.S. online at
http://activate.xmradio.com or call 1-800-XMRADIO (1-800-967-
2346). Activate your XM Satellite Radio service in Canada online at
https://activate.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-GET-XMSR (1-877-438- 9677).
You will need a major credit card. XM will send a signal from the
satellites to activate the full channel lineup. Activation normally takes
10-15 minutes, but during peak busy periods you may need to keep
your XM Ready audio system on for up to an hour. When you can
access the full lineup on your XM Ready audio system you are done.
Basic Operation
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [SAT TU1/2]
1
to select “XM”.
Checking the XM Signal Strength and
Radio ID
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [SAT TU1/2]
1
to select “XM”.
Press <STATUS> until “SIGNAL” appears on the
2
display.
The display will switch as shown below, depending on the
reception conditions.
DisplayStatus
GOODSignal strength is good
MARGINALSignal strength is marginal
WEAKSignal strength is weak
NONo signal
Adjust the position of the antenna until “SIGNAL:
3
GOOD” is shown on the display.
Press <STATUS> until the channel you want to check
4
(example: “XM001”) is displayed.
Press TUNING and select channel 0 (XM000).
The radio ID is shown on the display.
5
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About XM Radio
XM is North America’s number one satellite radio company, offering
an extraordinary variety of commercial-free music, plus the best in
premier sports, news, talk radio, comedy, children’s and entertainment
programming, broadcast in superior digital audio quality coast to coast.
For more information, or to subscribe, U.S. customers visit xmradio.
com or call XM Listener Care at 1-800- XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346);
Canadian customers visit xmradio.ca or call XM Listener Care at 1-877GETXMSR (1-877-438-9677).
When the channel is tuned in, the name of the song and artist
3
are displayed.
• The channel switches continuously when TUNING is pressed and
held.
• The artist name, song title, category and reception level can be
checked by pressing <STATUS>.
• The time (default : 30 sec) for which the on-screen display are
displayed can be set at menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup”
– “On-Screen Display” (vpage 32).
Press uiop to return to the original screen.
Radio ID
The strength of both the XM satellite and terrestrial signals can be
checked at menu “Input Setup” – “Antenna Aiming” (vpage 39).
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Specifi cations
TUNING
<PRESET>SHIFT
op
<SOURCE SELECT>
<STATUS>
ui
TUNING
SHIFT
[CHANNEL +/–]
uiop
[SOURCE
CONTROL 1]
[SOURCE
CONTROL 2]
[SAT TU1/2]
TUNING
[MEMORY]
[SAT TU1/2]
uiop
[Front]
[Rear]
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
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Presetting Radio Channels
(Preset Memory)
Your favorite broadcast channels can be preset so that you can
tune them in easily. Up to 56 channels can be preset.
1
Tune in the broadcast channel you want to preset.
2
Press [MEMORY].
3
Press SHIFT to select the block (A to G) in which the
channel is to be preset.
4
Press <PRESET> or [CHANNEL +/–] to select the
preset number (1 to 8).
5
Press [MEMORY] again to complete the setting.
To preset other channels, repeat steps 1 to 5.
NOTE
Preset channels are erased by overwriting them.
1
Press SHIFT to select the memory block (A to G).
2
Press <PRESET> or [CHANNEL +/–] to select the
desired preset channel (1 to 8).
Listening to Preset Channels
Searching Categories
1
Press [op].
2
Use [op] to select the category, then use [ui] to
select the desired channel.
Channel category
• “LOADING” is displayed while channels or data are being received.
• Refer to “Troubleshooting” – “XM Satellite Radio” regarding other
messages (vpage 81).
Listening to SIRIUS Satellite Radio
Programs
What is SIRIUS Satellite Radio?
Simply The Best Radio on RadioTM with all your favorite entertainment
including 100% commercial-free music, plus superior sports coverage,
uncensored talk and comedy, world-class entertainment, news,
weather and more for your car, home or offi ce. For more information
visit sirius.com or siriuscanada.ca
Sirius is available in the US for subscribers with addresses in the
continental US and is available in Canada for subscribers with a
Canadian address. Required subscription plus compatible SIRIUS tuner
and antenna are required and sold separately. SIRIUS Programming is
subject to change. Visit sirius.com for the most complete and up-todate channel lineup and product information. “SIRIUS” and the SIRIUS
dog logo and related marks are trademarks of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc.
All rights reserved.
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Basic Operation
S R0 0 0 S i r i u sI D
* ** * * * * * * * * *
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [SAT TU 1/2]
1
to select “SIRIUS”.
Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” and [SOURCE
2
CONTROL 2] to “TUNER”.
(vpage 61 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
Use TUNING to select the channel.
When the channel is tuned in, the name of the track and artist
3
are displayed.
• The channel switches continuously when TUNING is pressed and
held.
• The song title, artist name, composer name, category and reception
level can be checked by pressing <STATUS>.
• The time (default : 30 sec) for which the on-screen display are
displayed can be set at menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup”
– “On-Screen Display” (vpage 32).
Press uiop to return to the original screen.
Checking the SIRIUS Signal Strength
and Radio ID
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [SAT TU 1/2]
1
to select “SIRIUS”.
Press <STATUS> until “SIGNAL” appears on the
2
display.
The display will switch as shown below, depending on the
reception conditions.
DisplayStatus
EXCELLENTSignal strength is excellent
GOODSignal strength is good
WEAKSignal strength is weak
NO SIGNALNo signal
Adjust the position of the antenna until “SIGNAL:
3
EXCELLENT” is shown on the display.
Press <STATUS> until the channel you want to check
4
(example: “SR001”) is displayed.
Press TUNING and select channel 0 (SR000).
Channel No. and Sirius ID are alternately shown on the display.
5
Presetting Radio Channels
(Preset Memory)
Your favorite broadcast channels can be preset so that you can
tune them in easily. Up to 56 channels can be preset.
Tune in the broadcast channel you want to preset.
1
Press [MEMORY].
2
Press SHIFT to select the block (A to G) in which the
3
channel is to be preset.
Press <PRESET> or [CHANNEL +/–] to select the
4
preset number (1 to 8).
Press [MEMORY] again to complete the setting.
5
To preset other channels, repeat steps 1 to 5.
NOTE
Preset channels are erased by overwriting them.
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Radio ID
b Write your own SIRIUS ID for storage use.
Sirius ID :
The strength of both the SIRIUS and terrestrial signals can be checked
at menu “Input Setup” – “Antenna Aiming” (vpage 39).
Listening to Preset Channels
Press SHIFT to select the memory block (A to G).
1
Press <PRESET> or [CHANNEL +/–] to select the
2
desired preset channel (1 to 8).
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Specifi cations
iPod® Playback
The music on an iPod can be played by using the control dock for
iPod (ASD-1R, ASD-11R, ASD-3N or ASD-3W sold separately).
The operation can also be performed using the buttons on the main
unit or remote control unit while watching the menus.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
and other countries.
b The iPod may only be used to copy or play contents that are not
copyrighted or contents for which copying or playback is legally
permitted for your private use as an individual. Be sure to comply
with applicable copyright legislation.
1
Make the necessary preparations.
q Set the iPod in the DENON control dock for iPod.
(vSee the control dock for iPod’s operating instructions.)
w Assign the control dock for iPod’s input.
The input for the control dock for iPod is assigned to VCR by
default.
MENU : ”Input Setup” – “Assign” – ”iPod Dock”
(vpage 38)
2
Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [iPod] to
select the input source assigned in step 1-w above.
(iPod screen)
b If the screens above are not displayed, the iPod may not be
properly connected. Try connecting again.
3
Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” and [SOURCE
CONTROL 2] to “iPod/NETWORK”.
(vpage 61 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
Basic Operation
OK to disconnect.
Searching Categories
1
Press [op].
S R0 0 1 H i t s 1
C AT : P o p s
2
Use [op] to select the category, then use [ui] to
select the desired channel.
Channel category
• “UPDATING” is displayed while the encording code is being
updated.
• “SIRIUS UPDATING” is displayed when updating SIRIUS tuner
fi rmware.
• Refer to “Troubleshooting” – “SIRIUS Satellite Radio” regarding other
messages (vpage 81).
Parental Lock
1
Tune to the channel you want to lock.
2
Press [ENTER] for at least 3 seconds.
“Code: [ ]” is displayed.
3
Enter the 4-digit lock code using uiop.
When you enter the correct code, the corresponding channel is
locked.
4
Press [ENTER].
• Channels under Parental Lock cannot be tuned in by performing
Tuning Up/Down or by category search.
• Channels stored in preset memory can be tuned in by the preset
channel select operation, even if Parental Lock is applied.
• When a channel to which Parental Lock is applied is being played,
Parental Lock for that channel is cancelled by performing Step2.
• See “Edit Lock Cord” (vpage 39) for the method of changing
Parental Lock Cord.
• You can also set “Parental Lock” from the menu (vpage 39).
ENTER, op
<SOURCE SELECT>
<ON/STANDBY>
<STATUS>ui
uiop
[SOURCE
CONTROL 1]
[6, 7]
[iPod]
[1]
[OFF]
[SOURCE
CONTROL 2]
[2]
[8, 9]
ENTER
uiop
[iPod]
[MODE]
[TUNING+/–]
ENTER
[Front]
[Rear]
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
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Specifi cations
Listening to Music
1
Use ui to select the menu, then press ENTER or p
to select the music fi le to be played.
2
Press ENTER or p.
Playback starts.
n Stopping playback temporarily
During playback, press ENTER or [1].
Press again to resume playback.
n Fast-forwarding or fast-reversing
During playback, either press and hold [6] (to fast-reverse) or
[7] (to fast-forward).
n To cue to the beginning of a track
During playback, either press [8] (to cue to the previous track) or
[9] (to cue to the next track).
n To stop
During playback, either press and hold ENTER or press [2].
• When DENON control dock for iPod ASD-1R or ASD-11R
is connected
[Selectable items]
Albums Songs OFF
• When DENON control dock for iPod ASD-3N or ASD-3W
is connected
[Selectable items]
ON OFF
MENU : ”Input Setup” – ”iPod” – “Shuffl e Mode” (vpage 39)
• To check the name of the title, the artist or the album when playing
in browse mode, press <STATUS>.
• The folder name and the fi le name can be displayed in browse
mode. Only alphanumeric characters and certain symbols can be
displayed. Any characters that cannot be displayed are replaced with
“ . (period)”.
• The time (default : 30 sec) for which the on-screen display are
displayed can be set at menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup”
– “On-Screen Display” – “iPod Information” (vpage 32).
Press uiop to return to the original screen.
Viewing Still Pictures or Videos on the
iPod
Photo and video data on the iPod can be viewed on the monitor.
Only for iPod equipped with slideshow or video functions. (When
using an ASD-1R or ASD-11R)
1
Press and hold [MODE] to set the Remote mode.
“Remote iPod” is displayed on the AVR-789’s display.
2
Watching the iPod’s screen, use ui to select
“Photos” or “Videos”.
3
Press [ENTER] until the image you want to view is
displayed.
• “TV Out” at the iPod’s “Slideshow Settings” or “Video Settings”
must be set to “On” in order to display the iPod’s photo data or videos
on the monitor. For details, see the iPod’s operating instructions.
• When viewing an iPod video fi le, select “iPod” - “Video” in browse
mode. (When using an ASD-3N or ASD-3W)
• With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to the
VCR (iPod) connector.
• Use the RESTORER mode to expand the low and high frequency
components of compressed audio fi les and achieve a richer sound.
The default setting is “Mode3” (vpage 47).
• Press <ON/STANDBY> or [OFF] and set the AVR-789’s power to
the standby mode before disconnecting the iPod. Also switch the
input source to one to which the menu “iPod Dock” is not assigned
before disconnecting the iPod.
• When using an ASD-3N or ASD-3W control dock for iPod, refer to
the respective manual to operate.
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4
Press [MODE] and hold it down for a 2 seconds or
more to select the display mode.
To switch between modes, press and hold down the button.
When remote mode is active, “Remote” is displayed.
[Selectable mode]
Browse modeRemote mode
Display locationMain unit display
iPod display
Playable
files
Audio file
SS
Video file
S
z1
S
z2
Active
buttons
Remote
control unit
(AVR-789)
SS
iPod
AS
z
1
:
When using an ASD-3N or ASD-3W control dock for iPod.
z
2
:
Video may not be output, depending on the combination of
ASD-1R or ASD-11R and iPod.
NOTE
• Depending on the type of iPod and the software version,
somefunctions may not operate.
• DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any loss of iPod
data.
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Specifi cations
• To cancel, press <ZONE2/REC SELECT>, then turn <SOURCE
SELECT> until “ZONE2 Source” is displayed.
• Make a test recording before starting the actual recording.
• Sources selected with the REC OUT mode are output from ZONE2
as well.
• In the REC OUT mode, the remote control unit’s ZONE2 mode
buttons cannot be operated.
• The “XM” digital audio output signals are not output from the
OPTICAL2 output connector.
Recording on an External Equipment
(REC OUT mode)
You can listen to one program source while recording a different
program source.
1
Press <ZONE2/REC SELECT>.
“ZONE2 Source” is shown on the display.
2
Turn <SOURCE SELECT> until “RECOUT Source” is
displayed.
The “” indicator lights.
ZONE2 SourceZONE2 TUNERZONE2 SIRIUS····
RECOUT SIRIUSRECOUT TUNERRECOUT Source······
3
Turn <SOURCE SELECT> to choose the input source
to be recorded.
4
Play the program source.
For operating instructions, refer to the respective equipment’s
operating instructions.
To record FM or AM broadcasts, select the broadcast (vpage
51).
5
Start recording.
For operating instructions, refer to the respective equipment’s
operating instructions.
Other Operations
NOTE
• Digital signals are not output from the analog REC OUT connector.
• Recordings you make are for your personal enjoyment and should
not be used for other purposes without permission of the copyright
holder.
• Input sources for which “Delete” is selected at “Source Delete”
cannot be selected.
<SOURCE SELECT>
<ZONE2/REC SELECT>
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
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Other Operations and Functions
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Convenient Functions
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HDMI Control Function
When AVR-789 is connected to a TV and player compatible with
HDMI control function, you can perform the following operations.
Settings other than AVR-789 settings must be made on the
respective devices. (Check the operating instructions of each
device for details.)
• AVR-789 power off can be linked to the TV power off step.
When you set “Output audio from amp” in the TV audio output setup
operation, you can switch the amp power on.
• You can switch audio output devices with a TV operation.(When outputting from the TV speakers, output switches from
speakers connected to AVR-789).
• You can adjust AVR-789 volume in the TV volume adjustment
operation.
• You can switch AVR-789 input source through linkage to TV input
switching.
• When playing the player, the AVR-789 input function switches to the
function of that player.
• When you want to listen to TV audio by AVR-789, connect optical
digital or analog.
If the TV you are using has both connection jacks, use the optical
digital connection.
• When using these functions set as follows: menu “Manual Setup”
– “HDMI Setup” – “HDMI Control” set to “ON“(vpage 28).
NOTE
When using the HDMI control function, do not assign HDMI input to “TV/
CBL” by setting “Input Setup” – “Assign” – “HDMI In” in the menu.
Connections
Player compatible
with HDMI
control function
Television compatible with
HDMI control function
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Specifications
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Specifi cations
<SPEAKERS>
<INPUT MODE>
<SELECT/ENTER>,
op
ui
QUICK SELECT<POWER>
[CH SELECT/
ENTER]
uiop
QUICK SELECT
uiop
[CH SELECT/
ENTER]
[Front]
[Rear]
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
1
Press <SELECT/ENTER> or [CH SELECT / ENTER].
2
Press ui, <SELECT/ENTER> or [CH SELECT /
ENTER] to select “Fader”.
3
Use op to adjust the volume of the speakers.
(o: front, p: rear)
• The fader function does not affect the subwoofer.
• The fader can be adjusted until the volume of the speaker adjusted
to the lowest value is –12 dB.
Fader Function
This function lets you adjust (fade) the sound from all the front or
rear speakers at once.
1
Press <SELECT/ENTER> or [CH SELECT / ENTER].
Channel Volume
FL 0.0dBSR 0.0
dB
C 0.0dB SBR 0.0
dB
FR 0.0dB SBL 0.0
dB
SW 0.0dB SL 0.0
dB
Fader
FRONT : REAR
2
Use ui, <SELECT/ENTER> or [CH SELECT / ENTER]
to select the speaker.
The speaker that can be set switches each time one of the
buttons is pressed.
3
Use op to adjust the volume.
b In the case of a subwoofer, reducing the volume when it is at “–12
dB” will change the setting to “OFF” (none).
Channel Level
You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback
sources or to suit your taste, as described below.
Playback
1
Connect the HDMI to the AVR-789 with equipment
compatible with the HDMI control function (vpage
58).
2
Put the power on for all the equipment connected to
the HDMI.
3
Check the settings for all the equipment connected to
the HDMI and make HDMI available to them.
b Please consult the operating instructions for the connected
equipment to check the settings.
b Steps 1~3 do not have to be repeated once started.
b Carryout steps 2 and 3 should any of the equipment be plugged
out.
4
Switch the television input to the HDMI connected to
the AVR-789.
5
Switch the AVR-789 input to the HDMI input source
and check if the picture from the player is ok.
6
Put the television power on standby and check if the
AVR-789 goes into standby.
If the AVR-789 does not work please check the following.
• Is the menu “Manual Setup” – “HDMI Setup” – “HDMI Control”
(vpage 28) set to “ON”?
• Is the menu “Manual Setup” – “HDMI Setup” – “Power Off Control”
(vpage 28) set to “ON”?
• Is the control function used for the television HDMI properly set?
(Check the television operating instructions for details.)
• Should any of the operations below be performed, the interlocking
function may be reset, in which case, repeat step’s 2 and 3.
• There is a change to the connection between the equipment and
the HDMI, or an increase in equipment.
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NOTE
When the input source is “iPod”, you cannot perform channel level
setting.
NOTE
When you power off AVR-789, the HDMI control function does not
operate. Either power on or set to standby.
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Quick Select Function
With this function, the currently playing input source, input mode,
surround mode, MultEQ settings and volume can be stored in the
memory.
Set the input source, surround mode, MultEQ,
1
Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume, Front Speaker
settings and volume to the conditions you want to
store.
Press and hold the desired QUICK SELECT until
2
“Memory” appears on the display.
The current settings will be memorized.
Last Function Memory
This stores the settings as they were directly before the standby
mode was set.
When the power is turned back on, the settings are restored to as
they were directly before the standby mode was set.
Backup Memory
The various settings are backed up for about 1 week, even if the
power is turned off or the power cord is disconnected.
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[Quick Select Defaults]
Input SourceVolume
Quick Select 1DVD–40 dB
Quick Select 2TV/CBL–40 dB
Quick Select 3VCR–40 dB
• To call out the settings, press QUICK SELECT at which the desired
settings were stored.
• The Quick Select name can be changed (vpage 32).
NOTE
Input sources stored with the quick select function cannot be selected
if they have been deleted at menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” –
“Source Delete” (vpage 32). In this case, store them again.
Personal Memory Plus Function
This function sets the settings (input mode, surround mode, HDMI
output mode, MultEQ, Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume, audio delay
etc.) last selected for the individual input sources.
When you switch to an input source, the settings are automatically
set to the ones that were set the last time that input source was
used.
Resetting the Microprocessor
Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations
cannot be performed.
When the microprocessor is reset, all the settings are reset to
their default values.
Turn off the power using <POWER>.
1
Press <POWER> while simultaneously pressing
2
<INPUT MODE> and <SPEAKERS>.
Once the display starts ashing at intervals of about 1
3
second, release the two buttons.
If in step 3 the display does not flash at intervals of about 1 second,
start over from step 1.
Specifications
The surround parameters, tone settings and the volumes of the
different speakers are stored for the individual surround modes.
0
0
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[SOURCE
CONTROL 1]
[SOURCE
CONTROL 2]
[ZONE2 OFF]
[NUMBER]
[MAIN ON]
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[Front]
[Rear]
Depending on the model and year of manufacture of your equipment,
some buttons may not operate.
Specifications
Operating DENON Audio
Components
Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO”.
1
Set [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the position for the
2
component to be operated (CD, iPod/NETWORK or
TUNER).
Operate the audio component.
3
b For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.
b While this remote control is compatible with a wide range of
infrared controlled components, it may be the case that some
component models cannot be operated with this remote control.
Presetting
• DENON and other makes of components can be operated by
setting the preset memory.
• Operation is not possible for some models.
Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.
1
b Set to the AUDIO side for the CD position, and to the VIDEO side
for the DVD/HDP, VCR, SAT/CABLE or TV position.
Set [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the component to be
2
registered.
• The signals for the pressed buttons are emitted while setting the
preset memory. To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote
control unit’s transmitting window while setting the preset
memory.
• Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function
cannot be used for some models, even if they are of makes listed in
the list of preset codes.
• Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote control code.
Refer to the included list of preset codes to change the number and
verify correct operation.
• The preset memory can be set for one component only among the
following: DVD/HDP and SAT/CABLE.
• VDP (Video Disc Player) can be preset when [SOURCE CONTROL 2]
is set to “DVD/HDP”.
Operating Preset Components
Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.
1
b Set to the AUDIO side for the CD position, and to the VIDEO side
for the DVD/HDP, VCR, SAT/CABLE or TV position.
Set [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the component you want
2
to operate.
Operate the component.
3
b For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.
b Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit.
Press [ZONE2 OFF] and [MAIN ON] at the same time.
3
The indicator starts flashing.
Press [NUMBER] and input the 3-digit number of the
4
brand of the component to be preset. The numbers
are shown in the Preset Code Table (vEnd of this
manual).
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n Rear
Specifications
Device
operated
SOURCE
CONTROL 1
SOURCE
CONTROL 2
NUMBER
(0 ~ 9, +10)
TUNING
(+, –) /
TV VOL (+, –)
MODE,
TOP MENU
SETUP–––SetupSetup–––––
uiop
AUDIO–––AudioAudio–––––
BAND,
PICTURE
ADJUST
ENTER–––Enter settingEnter setting––Enter setting Enter setting Enter setting
MEMORY,
SUBTITLE
DISPLAY–––
RETURN–––ReturnReturn––ReturnReturnReturn
Default
setting
(Preset code)
Special
Remarks
GSpecial RemarksH
q Only one device can be set in the preset memory for each mode. When a new preset code is registered, the existing code is automatically
erased.
w For some brands, the DVD remote control buttons may have different function names. Check beforehand.
e One of the following buttons can be assigned to the TV and satellite receiver or cable TV: CD, iPod/NETWORK, TUNER, DVD/HDP, VCR
(vpage 64 “Punch Through Function”).
b1: This button can be operated when using a control dock for iPod ASD-3N or ASD-3W.
b2: The initial setting of Preset code is 111 (DVD Player).
With the Blu-ray Disc Player setting, when you have set the remote controller code to “DENON2”, use the Blu-ray Disc Player preset code
“121”.
CD PlayeriPodTunerDVD Player
AUDIOVIDEO
CD
–––
q CD
Random
w CD
Repeat
–
–––
–
–
DENON
(111)
q
iPod/
NETWORK
q iPod
Random
w iPod
Repeat
Page search
mode (once)
and Browse/
Remote
mode
switching
(Press and
hold)
b1 Top menu
b1 Favorite
memory
––
––
TUNERDVD / HDPVCRSAT / CABLETV
Number
input / Track
selection
q Tuning up
w Tuning
down
Switch
search
modes
FM / AM
switching
Preset
memory
q DVD
Random
w DVD
Repeat
Calling out
the menus
Cursor
operation
Picture
adjust
SubtitleSubtitle–––––
Switching
the display
DENON
(111)
Blu-ray Disc
Player
Number input /
Track selection
q Blu-ray Disc
Random
w Blu-ray Disc
Repeat
Calling out the
top menus
Cursor
operation
Picture adjust–––––
Switching the
display
b2 DENON
(121)
q, wqq, eq, e
Video Disc
Player
(VDP)
Number
input / Track
selection
q TV
Volume d
w TV
Volume f
––
––
––
–
Video Deck
–ChannelsChannelsChannels
q TV
Volume d
w TV
Volume f
HITACHI
(108)
Satellite
Receiver
q DBS
Volume d
w DBS
Volume f
Calling out
the menus
Cursor
operation
Switching
the display
–
Cable TV
q Cable
Volume d
w Cable
Volume f
Calling out
the menus
Cursor
operation
Switching
the display
ABC
(007)
(Monitor)
Volume d
Volume f
Calling out
the menus
operation
Switching
the display
HITACHI
TV
q TV
w TV
Cursor
(134)
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[SOURCE
CONTROL 1]
[1], [2],
[3], [0],
[6 7],
[8 9]
[SOURCE
CONTROL 2]
[NUMBER]
[RETURN]
[MEMORY]
[Front]
Punch Through Function
“Punch Through” is a function allowing you to operate 1, 2, 3, 0,
6, 7, 8 and 9 on CD, iPod/NETWORK, TUNER, DVD/
HDP or VCR components when in the SAT/CABLE or TV mode. By
default, nothing is set.
Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “VIDEO”.
1
Set [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the component to be
2
registered (TV or SAT/CABLE).
Press [MEMORY] and [RETURN] at the same time.
The indicator starts flashing.
3
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[Rear]
Input the number of the component you want to set.
4
No.
CD1
iPod/NETWORK2
TUNER3
DVD/HDP4
VCR5
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FL
SW CFR
SLSR
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Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations
The AVR-789 is compatible with the following types of playback:
• Multi-zone playback (ZONE2)
• Bi-amp playback (front speakers)
NOTE
• For bi-amp playback, use speakers compatible with that type of connection.
• When conducting bi-amp playback, remove the short-circuiting boards (or wires) from the speaker
terminals.
Multi-zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function
The amp assign function lets you assign the amplifiers for the different channels built into the AVR-789 to
the speaker outputs for the different zones.
Select the desired playback environment from among “Setting 1” to “Setting 3”, then set the corresponding
“Amp Assign” mode at menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “Amp Assign” (vpage 31).
Connect the speakers as described at “Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various
speaker terminals”.
Setting 1 :
F Multi-zone playback (Default Setting)
5.1-channel playback + ZONE2 stereo playback
MAIN ZONE
5.1ch
n Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various speaker
terminals
Speaker terminal
Amp Assign mode
ZONE2FRFLCSRSLZ2RZ2L
When ZONE2 power is on, the ZONE2 channel is output from speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/
AMP ASSIGN terminals.
ZONE2
Amp Assign mode:
+
Stereo
FRONT
RLRLRL
ZONE2
(Default)
SURROUND
CENTER
SURROUND BACK /
AMP ASSIGN
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FL
SW CFR
SLSR
SBLSBR
FL
SW CFR
SLSR
Setting 2 :
F 7.1-channel playback
MAIN ZONE
Amp Assign mode:
7.1ch
n Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various speaker
terminals
Speaker terminal
Amp Assign mode
7.1CHFRFLCSRSLSBRSBL
• Conduct with this setting during 5.1-ch playback without multi-channel play (Setting 1).
• The surround back channel is output from the speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/AMP ASSIGN
terminals.
7.1ch
FRONT
CENTER
RLRLRL
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK /
AMP ASSIGN
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Setting 3 :
F Making bi-amp connections for the FL and FR channels in the MAIN ZONE
and conducting 5.1-channel playback
(switching with other modes not possible)
MAIN ZONE
5.1ch
FL/FR
Bi-Amp
n Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various speaker
terminals
Speaker terminal
Amp Assign mode
Front A Bi-Amp
Front B Bi-Amp
Amp Assign mode:
Front A Bi-Amp
Front B Bi-Amp
FRONT-AFRONT-B
CENTER
RLRLRLRL
FR-A FL-A FR-B FL-BCSRSL
SURROUND
SURROUND BACK /
AMP ASSIGN
FRFL
FL-A/FR-A Bi-Amp
connection
FRFL
FL-B/FR-B Bi-Amp
connection
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Multi-zone
The Front A or Front B channel for Bi-Amp use is output from the speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/
AMP ASSIGN terminals.
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Multi-zone Settings and Operations with Zone
Output
Prepare pre-main amplifiers for ZONE2.
Connectors for audio outputAudio signals
ZONE2ZONE2 OUTStereo
Specifications
MAIN ZONE (7.1-channel system)
Monitor
Blu-ray Disc player
/ DVD player
Input
Remote
control unit
AVR-789
ZONE2
Pre-main amplifier
ZONE2
audio output
: Multi-zone audio cable
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Specifi cations
Multi-zone Operations
Turning the Power On and Off
GOperation on the main unitH
Press <ZONE2 ON/OFF>.
When the power turns on, the multi-zone indicator () lights on
the display.
GOperation on the remote control unitH
Press [ZONE2 ON] or [ZONE2 OFF].
Selecting the Input Source
GOperation on the main unitH
q Press <ZONE2/REC SELECT> and select the zone to be adjusted.
w Turn <SOURCE SELECT>.
GOperation on the remote control unitH
q Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” and [SOURCE CONTROL 2]
to “ZONE2”.
w Press [SOURCE SELECT].
Adjusting the Volume
GOperation on the main unitH
q Press <ZONE2/REC SELECT> and select the zone to be adjusted.
w Turn <VOLUME> to adjust.
GOperation on the remote control unitH
q Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” and[SOURCE CONTROL 2]
to “ZONE2”.
w Press [VOLUME].
<ZONE2 ON/OFF>
<ZONE2/REC SELECT>
<SOURCE SELECT><VOLUME>
[SOURCE
CONTROL 1]
[SOURCE
CONTROL 2]
[SOURCE
SELECT]
[VOLUME]
[MUTING]
[Variable range]
– – – –70dB
~
–40dB
~
18dB
• The volume can be increased up to the value set at menu “Manual
Setup” – “ZONE2 Setup” – “Volume Limit” (vpage 31).
• The ZONE2 volume can be adjusted only when “ZONE2” is selected
at menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “Amp Assign”
(vpage 31).
Turning off the Sound Temporarily
q Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” and [SOURCE CONTROL 2]
to “ZONE2”.
w Press [MUTING].
The sound is reduced to the level set at menu “Manual Setup”
– “ZONE2 Setup” – “Mute Level” (vpage 31).
To cancel, either adjust the volume or press [MUTING] again.
The setting is canceled when the zone’s power is turned off.
The source selected for ZONE2 is also output from the recording
output connectors.
NOTE
Digital audio signals input from the COAXIAL, OPTICAL or HDMI
connectors cannot be played in multi-zone.
[ZONE2 ON]
[MAIN ON]
[MAIN OFF]
[SOURCE
SELECT]
[ZONE2 OFF]
• Also press [SOURCE SELECT] when in standby mode, the power
turns on.
• When using ZONE2, it is possible to turn the power for the MAIN
ZONE only on or off by pressing [MAIN ON] or [MAIN OFF].
[Front][Rear]
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit
BUTTON
Button only on the main unit
<BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit
[BUTTON]
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
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Multi-zone
With ZONE2, only the
buttons indicated in this
illustration can be operated.
NOTE
Buttons other than these
cannot be operated.
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Other Information
About Speaker Installation
Surround back speakers
Sound positioning directly to the rear can be achieved easily by adding
a surround back speaker to a 5.1-channel system.
In addition, the acoustic image extending between the sides and
the rear is narrowed, thus greatly improving the expression of the
surround signals for sounds moving from the sides to the back and
from the front to the point directly behind the listening position.
Change of positioning and acoustic image
with 5.1-channel systems
Movement of acoustic image from SR to SL
Change of positioning and acoustic image
with 6.1-channel systems
Specifications
Number of surround back speakers
We recommend using 2 speakers.
When using dipolar speakers in particular, be sure to use 2 speakers.
Placement of the surround left and right channels
when using surround back speakers
We recommend installing the speakers for the surround “L” and “R”
channels a bit forward.
Examples of speaker layouts
Below we introduce examples of speaker layouts. Refer to these to
arrange your speakers according to their type and how you want to
use them.
G1H Using surround back speaker(s)
q When mainly playing movies
Recommended when your surround speakers are single or 2-way
speakers.
Front speakers
Center speaker
Monitor
Subwoofer
60°
Surround
speakers
60°
Surround back speakers
As seen from above
G
Front speaker
HG
Surround
speaker
As seen from the side
Surround back
2 to 3 feet /
60 to 90 cm
speaker
Point slightly
downwards
H
w Setting for primarily watching movies using diffusion type
speakers for the surround speakers
For the greatest sense of surround sound envelopment, diffuse
radiation speakers such as bipolar types, or dipolar types, provide
a wider dispersion than is possible to obtain from a direct radiating
speaker (monopolar). Place these speakers at either side of the
prime listening position, mounted above ear level.
Path of the surround sound from the
speakers to the listening position
Surround
speakers
60°
Surround back speakers
As seen from above
G
Front speaker
HG
Surround
speaker
As seen from the side
Surround back
2 to 3 feet /
60 to 90 cm
speaker
Point slightly
downwards
H
e When playing movies and music
Front speakers
Center speaker
Monitor
Subwoofer
Surround
speaker
45° ~ 60°
Surround
speaker
Front speaker
60 to 90 cm
2 to 3 feet /
Surround back
speaker
Point slightly
downwards
In addition to sources recorded in 6.1-channels, the surround effect of
conventional 2- to 5.1-channel sources can also be enhanced.
Movement of acoustic image from
SR to SB to SL
Surround back speaker
As seen from above
G
HG
As seen from the side
H
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G2H When not using surround back speakers
Front speakers
Center speaker
Monitor
Subwoofer
60°
Surround speaker
120°
Surround speakers
As seen from above
G
Front speaker
HG
As seen from the side
2 to 3 feet /
60 to 90 cm
H
Surround
The AVR-789 is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that
lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the
same sense of presence as in a movie theater.
Dolby Surround
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital is a multichannel digital signal format developed by Dolby
Laboratories.
A total of 5.1-channels are played: 3 front channels (“FL” , “FR” and
“C”), 2 surround channels (“SL” and “SR”) and the “LFE” channel for
low frequencies.
Because of this, there is no crosstalk between channels and a realistic
sound field with a “three-dimensional” feeling (sense of distance,
movement and positioning) is achieved.
A real, overpowering sense of presence is achieved when playing
movie sources in AV rooms as well.
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Digital Plus is an improved Dolby Digital signal format that is
compatible with up to 7.1-channels of discrete digital sound and also
improves sound quality thanks to extra data bit rate performance. It
is upwardly compatible with conventional Dolby Digital, so it offers
greater flexibility in response to the source signal and the conditions
of the playback equipment.
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby TrueHD is a high definition audio technology developed by Dolby
Laboratories, using lossless coding technology to faithfully reproduce
the sound of the studio master.
This format is compatible with a maximum sampling frequency of 96
kHz and up to 7.1-channels, so it is used for applications particularly
prioritizing sound quality.
Dolby Pro Logic g
Dolby Pro Logic g is a matrix decoding technology developed by Dolby
Laboratories.
Regular music such as that on CDs is encoded into 5-channels to
achieve an excellent surround effect.
The surround channel signals are converted into stereo and full band
signals (with a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater) to
create a “three-dimensional” sound image offering a rich sense of
presence for all stereo sources.
Dolby Pro Logic gx
Dolby Pro Logic gx is a further improved version of the Dolby Pro
Logic g matrix decoding technology.
Audio signals recorded in 2-channels are decoded to achieve a natural
sound with up to 7.1-channels.
There are 3 modes: “Music” suited for playing music, “Cinema”
suited for playing movies, and “Game” which is optimized for playing
games.
Dolby Digital EX
Dolby Digital EX is a 6.1-channel surround format proposed by Dolby
Laboratories that allows users to enjoy in their homes the “DOLBY
DIGITAL SURROUND EX” audio format jointly developed by Dolby
Laboratories and Lucas Films.
The 6.1 channels of sound, including surround back channels, provide
improved sound positioning and expression of space.
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DTS Surround
DTS Digital Surround
DTS Digital Surround is the standard digital surround format of DTS,
Inc., compatible with a sampling frequency of 44.1 or 48 kHz and up
to 5.1-channels of digital discrete surround sound.
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is an improved version of the
conventional DTS, DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 signals formats, compatible
with sampling frequencies of 96 or 48 kHz and up to 7.1-channels
of discrete digital sound. High data bit rate performance provides
high quality sound. This format is fully compatible with conventional
products, including conventional DTS digital surround 5.1-channel
data.
DTS-HD Master Audio
DTS-HD Master Audio is DTS, Inc’s lossless audio format compatible
with up to 96 kHz/7.1-channels. The lossless audio coding technology
faithfully reproduces the sound of the studio master. It is fully
compatible with conventional products, including conventional DTS
digital surround 5.1-channel data.
DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1
DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1 is a 6.1-channel discrete digital audio format
adding a surround back (SB) channel to the DTS digital surround sound.
Decoding of conventional 5.1-channel audio signals is also possible
according to the decoder.
DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1
DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1 is a 6.1-channel discrete digital audio format
inserting a surround back (SB) channel to the DTS digital surround
sound through matrix encoding. Decoding of conventional 5.1-channel
audio signals is also possible according to the decoder.
DTS NEO:6™ Surround
DTS NEO:6™ is a matrix decoding technology for achieving 6.1channel surround playback with 2-channel sources. It includes “DTS
NEO:6 Cinema” suited for playing movies and “DTS NEO:6 Music”
suited for playing music.
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Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.
“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.
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DTS 96/24
DTS 96/24 is a digital audio format enabling high sound quality
playback in 5.1-channels with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz and 24
bit quantization on DVD-Video.
Neural Surround™, a breakthrough in audio technology, will bring the
excitement of surround music to more of America’s listening audience.
It provides the rich envelopment and discrete image detail of surround
sound in a format 100 % compatible with stereo. With superior
spectral resolution and channel separation, Neural Surround™ draws
the brain’s attention to sonic details in musical instruments, vocals,
and ambience that are typically masked by other playback systems.
This allows the listener to fully experience the richness and subtleties
in recorded performance as never before. As the chosen format for XM
Satellite Radio’s new XM HD surround programming, Neural Surround
will help deliver more surround music to more listeners than any other
broadcast format. XM Satellite Radio will be the first radio company to
broadcast surround sound on the radio 24 hours a day and will offer
three channels fully dedicated to Neural Surround™ music. This alone
will amount to more than 25,000 hours of Neural Surround™ music
each year.
This product is manufactured under license from Neural Audio
Specifications
Corporation.
D&M Holdings Inc. hereby grants the user a non-exclusive,
nontransferable, limited license right exercisable to use the NA
SURROUND Technology and other US and World Wide Patents
Pending technology.
“Neural” and “Neural Audio” and “Neural Surround” are
trademarks of Neural Audio Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Audyssey
Audyssey MultEQ
Audyssey MultEQ is a room equalization solution that calibrates any
audio system so that it can achieve optimum performance for every
listener in a large listening area. Based on several room measurements,
MultEQ calculates an equalization solution that corrects for both
time and frequency response problems in the listening area and also
performs a fully automated surround system setup.
Audyssey Dynamic EQ™
Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound
quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception
and room acoustics. Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in tandem with
Audyssey MultEQ to provide well-balanced sound for every listener
at any volume level.
Audyssey Dynamic Volume™
Audyssey Dynamic Volume solves the problem of large variations in
volume level between television programs, commercials, and between
the soft and loud passages of movies.
Audyssey Dynamic EQ is integrated into Dynamic Volume so that as
the playback volume is adjusted automatically, the perceived bass
response, tonal balance, surround impression, and dialog clarity
remain the same.
Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories. U.S.
and foreign patents pending. Audyssey MultEQ® is a registered
trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. Audyssey Dynamic EQ™
is a trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. Audyssey Dynamic
Volume™ is a trademark of Audyssey Laboratories.
®
HDMI
(High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
HDMI is a digital interface standard for next generation TVs based
on DVI (Digital Visual Interface) standards and optimized for use in
consumer equipment.
Non-compressed digital video and multi-channel audio signals are
transmitted with a single connection.
HDMI is also compatible with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents
Protection), a technology for protecting copyrights that encrypts digital
video signals in the same was as with DVI.
Deep Color
Eliminates on-screen color banding, for smooth tonal transitions and
subtle gradations between colors.
Enables increased contrast ratio.
Can represent many times more shades of gray between black and
white.
At 30-bit pixel depth, a four times improvement would be the minimum,
and the typical improvement would be eight times or more.
xvYCC
Next-generation “xvYCC” color space supports 1.8 times as many
colors as existing HDTV signals.
Lets HDTVs display colors more accurately.
Enables displays with natural, vivid colors.
LipSync
Because consumer electronics devices are using increasingly
complex digital signal processing to enhance the clarity and detail of
the content, synchronization of video and audio in user devices has
become a greater challenge and could potentially require complex enduser adjustments. HDMI 1.3 incorporates an automatic video/audio
synching capability that allows devices to perform this synchronization
automatically with total accuracy.
“HDMI”, “HDMI logo” and “High-Definition Multimedia
Interface” are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC.
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Surround Modes and Parameters
Signals and adjustability in the different modes
Surround mode
Front L/RCenter
PURE DIRECT, DIRECT
MULTI CH DIRECT
STEREO
EXT. IN
MULTI CH IN
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gxSDDDDS (OFF)AASS (NOTE1) S (Cinema)AAAAS (Auto)
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gSDDADS (OFF)AASS (NOTE2) S (Cinema)AAAAS (Auto)
DTS NEO:6
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL Plus
DOLBY TrueHD
DTS SURROUND
DTS 96/24
DTS-HD
neural
5CH/7CH STEREO
ROCK ARENA
JAZZ CLUB
MONO MOVIE
VIDEO GAME
MATRIX
VIRTUAL
S : Signal / Adjustable
A : No signal / Not adjustable
D : Turned on or off by speaker configuration setting
Channel outputParameter (default values are shown in parentheses)
Surround
L/R
Surround
Back L/R
Subwoofer
D. Comp
S : Signal / Adjustable
A : No signal / Not adjustable
NOTE1 : This parameter is availabe when the menu “Parameter” – “Surround Parameter” – “Mode” is set to “Cinema” (
NOTE2 : This parameter is availabe when the menu “Parameter” – “Surround Parameter” – “Mode” is set to “Cinema” or “PL” (
NOTE:
z
1 : When playing Dolby Digital and DTS signals.
z
2 : When playing Dolby Digital, DTS and Linear PCM (multi ch).
z
3 : When playing Dolby TrueHD signal.
LFE
z
1
AFDM
z
2
SB CH Out Cinema EQ.Mode Room SizeEffectDelay time Subwoofer
z
1
S (Medium)
S (Medium)
S (Medium)
S (Medium)
DRC
S (10)AAA
S (10)AAA
S (10)AAA
S (10)AAA
vpage 43).
vpage 43).
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Surround mode
PURE DIRECT, DIRECT
MULTI CH DIRECT
STEREO
EXT. IN
MULTI CH IN
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gxS (OFF)S (3)S (3)AAS (0dB)S (OFF)S (OFF)S (OFF)S (OFF)S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gS (OFF)S (3)S (3)AAS (0dB)S (OFF)S (OFF)S (OFF)S (OFF)S
DTS NEO:6
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL Plus
DOLBY TrueHD
DTS SURROUND
DTS-96/24
DTS-HD
neural
5CH/7CH STEREO
ROCK ARENA
JAZZ CLUB
MONO MOVIE
VIDEO GAME
MATRIX
VIRTUAL
NOTE3 : BASS +6 dB, TREBLE +4 dB
NOTE4 : Can be used according to the “Audio Setup” – “EQ Preset” – “Direct Mode” setting.
NOTE5 : Cannot be set when the “Dynamic EQ” setting is “ON” (
NOTE6 : Cannot be set when the “MultEQ” setting is “OFF” (
NOTE7 : Cannot be set when the “Dynamic EQ” setting is “OFF” (
NEO:6 MUSIC
mode only
Signals and adjustability in the different modes
Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses)
EXT. IN only
vpage 46).
vpage 45).
vpage 46).
Tone
(NOTE5)
Night Mode
(NOTE5)
MultEQ
Dynamic EQ
(NOTE6)
Dynamic
Volume
(NOTE7)
RESTORER
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Button
Input signals
PCMDTS-HDDTSDOLBYDOLBY DIGITAL
Surround mode
Note
ANALOG
Linear
PCM
(multi ch)
Linear
PCM
(2ch)
DTS-HD
Master
Audio
DTS-HD
High
Resolution
Audio
DTS ES
DSCRT
(With Flag)
DTS ES
MTRX
(With Flag)
DTS
(5.1ch)
DTS
96/24
DOLBY
TrueHD
DOLBY
DIGITAL
Plus
DOLBY
DIGITAL
EX (With
Flag)
DOLBY
DIGITAL EX
(With no
Flag)
DOLBY
DIGITAL
(5.1/5/4ch)
STANDARD
DTS SURROUND
DTS-HD MSTR
DTS-HD HI RES
DTS ES DSCRT6.1
DTS ES MTRX6.1
DTS SURROUND
DTS 96/24
DTS (–HD) + PLgx CINEMA
DTS (–HD) + PLgx MUSIC
DTS (–HD) + NEO:6
DTS NEO:6 CINEMA
DTS NEO:6 MUSIC
DOLBY TrueHD
DOLBY DIGITAL+
DOLBY DIGITAL EX
DOLBY (D+) (HD) +EX
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY (D) (D+) (HD) +PLgx CINEMA
DOLBY (D) (D+) (HD) +PLgx MUSIC
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx CINEMA
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx MUSIC
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx GAME
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z2 z
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1: This mode is not available when the surround back speaker setup is set to “None”.
z
2: This mode is not available when the surround back speaker setup is set to “1spkr” or “None”.
z
3: Can be set when “Amp Assign” is set to “7.1ch”.
SASAAAAAAAAAAAAS
F : Mode selectable in initial status
D : Mode fixed when “AFDM” is “ON”
S : Selectable mode
A : Non-selectable mode
DOLBY
DIGITAL
(4/3ch)
DOLBY
DIGITAL
(2ch)
Information
Specifications
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Specifications
Button
Surround mode
STANDARD
neural
MULTI CH IN
MULTI CH IN
MULTI IN + PLgx CINEMA
MULTI IN + PLgx MUSIC
MULTI IN + Dolby EX
MULTI CH IN 7.1
DIRECT
DIRECT
MULTI CH DIRECT
M DIRECT + PLgx CINEMA
M DIRECT + PLgx MUSIC
M DIRECT + Dolby EX
M DIRECT 7.1
PURE DIRECT
PURE DIRECT
MULTI CH PURE DIRECT
M PURE D + PLgx CINEMA
M PURE D + PLgx MUSIC
M PURE D + Dolby EX
M CH PURE DIRECT 7.1
DSP SIMULATION
5CH/7CH STEREO
ROCK ARENA
JAZZ CLUB
MONO MOVIE
VIDEO GAME
MATRIX
VIRTUAL
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AASA
AASS
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AS (480p ~ 720p)AA
AS (480i / 576i)AA
AS (1080p)AS
AS (480p ~ 720p)AS
AS (480i / 576i)AS
AS (1080p)SA
AS (480p ~ 720p)SA
AS (480i / 576i)SA
AS (1080p)SS
AS (480p ~ 720p)SS
AS (480i / 576i)SS
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SAAS
SASA
SASS
SS (Other than 480i / 576i)AA
SS (480i / 576i)AA
SS (1080p)AS
SS (480p ~ 720p)AS
SS (480i / 576i) AS
SS (Other than 480i / 576i)SA
SS (480i / 576i)SA
SS (Other than 480i / 576i)SS
SS (480i / 576i)SS
1 : On-screen display superimposed on video signal and output.
z
2 : On-screen display superimposed on S-Video signal and output.
COMPONENT or HDMI:
On-screen display only displayed for the MENU button on the main unit or
the A.MENU button on the remote control unit.
: Video signals are not output when the analog to HDMI convert function is
set to “OFF”.
COMPONENT
AAA
AA
AA
A
AA
A
VIDEO
VIDEO
Information
Specifications
• The MAIN ZONE video conversion function is compatible with the following format: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-N, PAL-M and PAL-
60.
• When SECAM signals of video input are up-converted, the signals are output in PAL format from the S-Video connector.
• When the input signal is a component 1080i or 720p signal, the signal upconverted to HDMI is output with that resolution or 1080p.
• When the input signal is a video, S-Video or component 480i, 480p, 576i or 576p signals, the signal up-converted to HDMI is output according to
the setting made at “Resolution” under “Input Setup” – “Video” – “Resolution” (vpage 36).
• With assigned input sources “TUNER”, “XM“, “SIRIUS“ and “iPod”, when you output video with “Video Select”, video output in the above table
changes depending on the following settings.
q When “Tuner Information” and “iPod Information” are other than “OFF” : Superimposed S-video or Video signal is output.w When “Tuner Information” and “iPod Information” are “OFF” : Signal output is as in the above table.
(See page 32 for “Tuner Information” and “iPod Information” setting.)
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1 : On-screen display superimposed on video signal and
output.
z
2 : On-screen display superimposed on S-Video signal and
output.
COMPONENT or HDMI:
On-screen display only displayed for the MENU button on
the main unit or the A.MENU button on the remote control
unit.
COMPONENTz1—VIDEO
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AA
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A
A
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEOVIDEOz2
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A
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VIDEO
A
VIDEO
A
VIDEO
A
VIDEO
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If a problem should arise, first check the following:
1. Are the connections correct?
2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual?
3. Are the other components operating properly?
If this unit does not operate properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist,
there may be a malfunction.
In this case, disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.
GGeneralH
SymptomCauseCountermeasurePage
Set does not
operate properly.
Power does not
turn on, or turns
off directly after it
was turned on.
No sound is
produced from
speakers.
Display is off.• The “Dimmer” setting is set to
• External noise or interference is
causing the set to malfunction.
• Connection of the power cord is
faulty.
• Connection with the input
devices or connection of the
speaker cables is faulty.
• Device you want to play and set
input source do not match.
• Master volume is turned too
low.
• Mute mode is set.
• Headphones are connected.
• No digital signals are being
input.
• The connectors to which the
digital inputs are assigned and
the settable input modes do not
match.
“OFF”.
• The PURE DIRECT mode is set.
• Reset the microprocessor.60
• Check the insertion of the power
cord plug.
• Check the connections.
• Select an appropriate input
source.
• Adjust the master volume to an
appropriate level.
• Cancel the mute mode.
• Disconnect the headphones.
• Select an input source for which
the digital input setting has been
made.
• Set the input mode.
• Set to something other than
“OFF”.
• Set a surround mode other than
the PURE DIRECT mode.
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10
50
50
50
50
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37
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42
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“DOLBY DIGITAL”
indicator does not
appear on display.
Power switches
off suddenly while
you are using
the AVR-789, the
power indicator
will flash in red
at intervals of
approximately 2
seconds.
Power switches
off suddenly while
you are using
the AVR-789, the
power indicator
will flash red
at intervals of
approximately 0.5
seconds.
Even applying
power, the power
display flashes
red at intervals of
approximately 0.5
seconds.
• Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player’s
digital audio output setting is not
proper.
• The protection circuit will be
activated depending upon the
temperature rise in the internal
parts of the unit.
• Use speakers having impedance
less than that specified.
• If speaker cable core wires touch
each other or the core wires
become disconnected from their
terminals, the protection circuit
will be activated in the event of
core wires coming into contact
with the AVR-789 rear panel.
• The AVR-789 amplifier circuit has
failed.
• Check the Blu-ray Disc player /
DVD player’s audio output setting.
For details, read the Blu-ray Disc
player / DVD player’s operating
instructions.
• Please switch off power at once,
and re-apply the power after
the body temperature has fallen
sufficiently.
• Please re-install AVR-789 in a
place having good ventilation.
• Please use speakers which have
the specified impedance.
• Unplug the power cord, then
after twisting the core wires
together tightly again, or effecting
termination treatments etc,
please reconnect once again.
• Switch off the power and please
contact the DENON service
adviser.
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Set does not work
properly when
remote control
unit operated.
GAudioH
SymptomCauseCountermeasurePage
No sound is
produced from
center speaker.
No sound
is produced
from surround
speakers.
No sound is
produced from
surround back
speaker.
Specifications
• Batteries are worn.
• You are operating outside of the
specified range.
• Obstacle between main unit and
remote control unit.
• The batteries are not inserted in
the proper direction, as indicated
by the polarity marks in the
battery compartment.
• The set’s remote control sensor
is exposed to strong light (direct
sunlight, inverter type fluorescent
bulb light, etc.).
• The remote ID of the main unit
and remote control unit do not
match.
• Settings do not match the remote
control unit’s SOURCE CONTROL
switch.
• You are playing a monaural
source (TV, AM radio broadcast,
etc.) in the “STANDARD” (Dolby/
DTS Surround) mode.
• The surround mode is set to
“STEREO”, “DIRECT” or “PURE
DIRECT”.
• The surround back speaker’s
power amplifier is assigned to a
different channel.
• Surround back speaker setting is
set to “None”.
• The “Parameter” – “Surround
Parameter” – “SB CH Out”
settings are “OFF”.
• Surround mode not set to a mode
for 6.1- or 7.1-channel playback.
• Replace with new batteries.
• Operate within the specified
range.
• Remove the obstacle.
• Insert the batteries in the
proper direction, following the
polarity marks in the battery
compartment.
• Move the set to a place in which
the remote control sensor will
not be exposed to strong light.
• Set “Remote ID” for the main
unit to “1”.
• Match the settings to the remote
control unit’s SOURCE CONTROL
switch.
• The mode is set to something
other than “STANDARD” (Dolby/
DTS Surround).
• Set to a surround playback
mode.
• Check the setting and change it
as necessary.
• Set to something other than
“None”.
• Please set “Parameter” –
“Surround Parameter” – “SB
CH Out” to settings other than
“OFF”.
• Select a surround playback
mode.
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3
3
3
3
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41
41, 42
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26
44, 45
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No sound is
produced from
subwoofer.
No test tones are
produced when
remote control
unit’s TEST button
is pressed.
DTS sound is not
output.
HDMI audio
signals are not
output from
speakers.
No sound is
output from
the monitor
connected
with HDMI
connections.
Dolby TrueHD,
DTS-HD, Dolby
Digital Plus audio
is not output.
• Subwoofer’s power not turned
on.
• The “Subwoofer” setting at
“Speaker Configuration” is set to
“No”.
• The subwoofer is not properly
connected.
• The subwoofer’s volume is
turned off.
• Surround mode not set to
“STANDARD” (Dolby/DTS
Surround).
• Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player’s
audio output setting is not set to
bitstream.
• Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player is
not compatible with DTS sound
playback.
• The AVR-789’s “Decode Mode”
setting is set to “PCM”.
• The “Manual Setup” – “HDMI
Setup” – “HDMI Audio Out”
setting is set to “TV”.
• The “Manual Setup” – “HDMI
Setup” – “HDMI Audio Out”
setting is set to “AMP”.
• HDMI is not connected.
• Blu-ray Disc player’s audio output
setting is not set to bitstream.
• Blu-ray Disc player is not
compatible with DTS sound
playback.
• Turn on the subwoofer’s power.
• Set to “Yes”.
• Check the connections.
• Adjust the subwoofer’s volume
to an appropriate level.
• Set to the “STANDARD” (Dolby/
DTS Surround) mode.
• Set the Blu-ray Disc player / DVD
player. For details, refer to the
Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player’s
operating instructions.
• Use a DTS-compatible player.
• Set to the “Auto” or “DTS”
mode.
• Set to “AMP”.28
• Set to “TV”.28
• Connect the HDMI.
• Set the Blu-ray Disc player. For
details, refer to the Blu-ray Disc
player’s operating instructions.
• Use a DTS-compatible player.
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No picture
appears.
Picture cannot be
recorded.
DVDs cannot be
copied on a VCR.
On-screen
display is not
shown.
• The connections between the
AVR-789 and monitor are faulty.
• The monitor’s input setting is
wrong.
• PURE DIRECT mode is set.
• The player is connected using the
component input connectors, the
monitor is connected using the
video (yellow) or S-Video output
connectors.
• Input source does not match
recorder’s video connection
connector (video or S-Video).
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• The operation content display is
“OFF”.
• The main volume display is
“OFF”.
• The display during tuner operation
is “OFF”.
• The display during iPod operation
is “OFF”.
• Check the connections.
• Set properly.
• Cancel the PURE DIRECT mode.
• High definition (1080i/720p) and
progressive (480p/576p) video
signals are not down-converted.
Set the player to interlace
(480i/576i) signals.
• The video conversion function
does not work for the REC
OUT connectors. Match the
input source and recorder
connections.
• This is not a malfunction. Most
movie software includes copy
prevention signals and cannot be
copied.
• When viewing HDMI or
component video signals via the
AVR-789, the on-screen display
appears when the MENU button
on the main unit or the A.MENU
button on the remote control
unit.
• When only HDMI or component
video signals are input to the
AVR-789, the characters of
the on-screen display are not
displayed over the picture.
• Set “Manual Setup” – “Option
Setup” – “On-Screen Display”
– “Text” to “ON”.
• Set “Manual Setup” – “Option
Setup” – “On-Screen Display”
– “Master Volume” to “ON”.
• Set when “Manual Setup”
– “On-Screen Display” – “Tuner
Information”is not “OFF”.
• Set when “Manual Setup”
– “On-Screen Display” – “ iPod
Information” is not “OFF”.
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GHDMIH
SymptomCauseCountermeasurePage
HDMI audio
signals are not
output from
speakers.
No picture
appears
with HDMI
connections.
No sound is
output from
the monitor
connected
with HDMI
connections.
When performing
the following
operations on a
connected device,
AVR-789 has the
same operations.
⋅
Power ON/OFF
⋅
Switching audio
output devices
⋅
Adjust volume
⋅
Switch input
source
• The “Manual Setup” – “HDMI
Setup” – “HDMI Audio Out”
setting is set to“TV”
• The connections to the HDMI
connectors are faulty.
• HDMI input setting is improper.
• The monitor is not compatible
with copyright protection
(HDCP).
• The HDMI format of the player
and monitor do not match.
• The “Manual Setup” – “HDMI
Setup” – “HDMI Audio Out”
setting is set to “Amp”.
• HDMI’s CEC function is
operating.
• Set to “Amp”28
• Check the connections.
• Check the HDMI input setting.
• Connect a monitor that is
compatible with copyright
protection (HDCP).
• Match the HDMI format of the
player and monitor.
• Set to “TV”.28
• Set “Manual Setup” – “HDMI
Setup” -– “HDMI Control” to
“OFF”.
When you only want to operate
the power on/off each device, set
“Power Off Control” to “OFF”.
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GiPodH
iPod cannot be
played.
GXM Satellite RadioH
“CHECK XM
TUNER” is
displayed.
”CHECK
ANTENNA” is
displayed.
”NO SIGNAL” is
displayed.
”OFF AIR” is
displayed.
Receiving only
XM channels 0
and 1.
“XM - - - ” is
displayed.
Specifications
“CH
UNAVAILABLE”
is displayed.
“CH
UNAUTHORIZED”
is displayed.
SymptomCauseCountermeasurePage
• The input source assigned to
“iPod Dock” is not selected.
• Cable is not properly connected.
• Control dock for iPod’s AC
adapter is not connected to
power outlet.
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• The XM Mini-Tuner is not
installed or not fully seated in the
XM Mini-Tuner Dock or the XM
Mini-Tuner dock is not connected
to the AVR-789.
• The XM antenna is not connected
to the XM Mini-Tuner Dock or the
XM antenna cable is damaged.
• The signal cannot be received.• Reposition your XM Mini-Tuner
• The selected channel is not
currently broadcasting.
• The XM Mini-Tuner is not
activated.
• The selected channel is not
available. The channel may have
been reassigned to a different
channel number. This message
may occur initially with a new
radio or a radio that has not
received XM’s signal for an
extended period.
• Channel is not present.• Select another channel.–
• You selected an XM channel that
is blocked or cannot be received
with your XM subscription
package.
•Switch to the input source
assigned at “iPod Dock”.
• Reconnect.
• Plug the control dock for iPod’s
AC adapter into a power outlet.
• Confirm the XM Mini-Tuner is
fully seated in the dock and check
the XM Mini-Tuner dock cable is
connected to the AVR-789.
• Check that the XM antenna is
securely connected to the XM
Mini-Tuner Dock and check the
antenna cable for damage.
Replace the XM antenna if the
cable is damaged.
and Home Dock antenna.
• Select another channel.–
• Contact XM Radio.–
• Consult the latest channel
guide at www.xmradio.com or
www.xmradio.ca for the current
list of channels. For cases of
a new radio or a radio that has
not received XM’s signal for an
extended period, allow the radio
to receive the XM satellite signal
for at least 5 minutes and then
try to select the channel again.
• Consult the latest channel
guide at www.xmradio.com or
www.xmradio.ca for the current
list of channels. For information on
receiving this channel, visit www.
xmradio.com or www.xmradio.ca
or contact XM Satellite Radio at 1800-967-2346 or 1-877-438-9677.
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SymptomCauseCountermeasurePage
“CHECK SIRIUS
TUNER” is
displayed.
”ANTENNA
ERROR” is
displayed.
”NO SIGNAL” is
displayed.
”INVALID
CHANNEL” is
displayed.
”ACQUIRING
SIGNAL” is
displayed.
”Call SIRIUS”z
is displayed.
”SUBSCRIPTION
UPDATED” is
displayed.
”Enter Lock
Code [ ]” is
displayed.
z
: After scroll displays “Call 888-539-
• The SiriusConnect Home Tuner
unit is not connected.
• The antenna is not connected.• Check that the connections are
• The signal cannot be received.• Reposition the antenna.–
• Channel is not present.• Select another channel.–
• The selected channel is not
currently broadcasting.
• Displays while SiriusConnect
Home Tuner is connected.
• Channels are not subscribed to. • If you subscribe to the channel,
• While updating contract
information.
• Selected channels are locked.• Please insert pass word (4 digits)
....
” twice, displays “Call SIRIUS”.
• Check that the connections are
correct.
correct.
• Reposition the antenna.–
you can receive the channel.
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into “[ ]”.
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Audio section
n
• Power amplifier
Rated output:
90 W + 90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.)
120 W + 120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Center:
90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.)
120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Surround:
90 W + 90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.)
120 W + 120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Surround Back:
90 W + 90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.)
120 W + 120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Output connectors: Front: A or B
A + B
Center, Surround, Surround Back:
• Analog
Input sensitivity / Input impedance:
Frequency response:
S/N:
Video section
n
• Standard video connectors
Input / output level and impedance:
Frequency response:
• S-Video connectors
Input / output level and impedance:
C (color) signal — 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
Frequency response:
• Color component video connector
Input / output level and impedance:
P
P
Frequency response:
Front (A, B):
6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms
12 ~ 16 Ω/ohms
6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms
200 mV / 47 kΩ/kohms
10 Hz ~ 100 kHz — +1, –3 dB (DIRECT mode)
100 dB (IHF-A weighted, DIRECT mode)
1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
5 Hz ~ 10 MHz — +1, –3 dB (when video convert set to “OFF”)
Y (brightness) signal — 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
5 Hz ~ 10 MHz — +1, –3 dB (when video convert set to “OFF”)
Y (brightness) signal — 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
B / CB signal — 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
R / CR signal — 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
5 Hz ~ 60 MHz — +0, –3 dB (when video convert set to “OFF”)
OWNER’S MANUAL / SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS / COMPLIANCE INFORMATION
HORIZON MCS 100
5.1 Surround Speaker System
A Boston P.O.P. ProductMake it your own...
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Important Safety Instructions
This symbol found on the apparatus
indicates hazards arising from dangerous voltages.
This symbol found on the apparatus
indicates the user should read all safety
statements found in the user manual.
This symbol found on the apparatus
indicates double insulation.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of re or electric
shock, do not expose this apparatusto rain or
moisture.
This symbol found on the apparatus indicates that the apparatus must be placed in a
separate collection facility for electronic
waste and not disposed of with household
waste.
1.Read these instructions.
2.Keep these instructions.
3.Heed all warnings.
4.Follow all instructions.
5.Do not use this apparatus near water.
6.Clean only with dry cloth.
7.Do not block any ventilation openings. Install
in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including ampliers) that produce heat.
9.
Do notdefeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or gr ounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other.
A grounding type plug has two blades and a
third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not t into your outlet,
consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10.
Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit
fr
om the apparatus.
11.Only use attachments/accessories specied by
the manufacturer.
12.Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms
or when unused for long periods of time.
13.
Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
14.Maintain a minimum distance of 50 mm around
the front, rear and sides of the apparatus for
sucient ventilation. The ventilation should not
be impeded by covering the ventilation openings or placing on or around the apparatus
items such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
15.No naked ame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
16.The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects lled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the
apparatus.
17.Either the power inlet connector on the rear of
the apparatus or the power plug at the wall
must remain accessible, to be able to disconnect power from the apparatus.
18.To completely disconnect this apparatus from
the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply
cord plug from the AC receptacle.
19.The mains plug of the power supply cord shall
remain readily operable.
Thank you for purchasing a Boston Acoustics Multi-Channel Solution Speaker System. These speakers incorporate high-quality
components that produce the famous Boston sound. The system is ideally suited for use as a 5.1 channel solution in a highquality home theater or music system. The system is complete with everything you need for the typical speaker system
including speaker wire, satellite speakers, a center channel speaker, and a subwoofer. Please check out Bostonacoustics.
com\placement for information on placing your speakers.
The MCS 100 speaker system delivers exceptionally articulate on-screen dialog, music, eects, and room lling bass from a
small, sleek package. Compact driver placement and quality, system specic crossovers assure a wide uniform dispersion
for complete coverage of a listening room. All speakers also feature MagnaGuard® magnetic shielding which ensures the
speaker’s magnetic eld does not interfere with the televisions picture.
Unpacking the System
Carefully unpack the system. If there is any sign of damage from transit, report it immediately to your dealer and/or delivery
service. Keep the shipping carton and packing materials for future use. Open the package and verify the following contents:
The MCS 100 satellites and center channel are easily placed on a tabletop or wall-mounted. The
speakers are congured for tabletop use when you rst unpack the system. The foot installed on
the rear of the speaker will keep it upright.
The MCS 100 satellites and center channel are designed to easily mount on the wall using the
keyhole slot(s) on the back of the speaker. When mounting the speakers to the wall use the supplied
rubber bumpers. You must remove the attached foot to wall-mount your speakers. Remove the
thumbscrew from the back of the foot. It is slotted for easy removal with a screwdriver or a coin.
The keyhole mounting option is similar to hanging a picture frame on a wall. Install a #8 screw (not
included) into the sheetrock, making sure to go into a stud, and hang the speaker onto the screw head.
If a stud is not available, a sheetrock anchor should be used to support the weight of the speaker. It is
advisable to connect the speaker wire prior to wall-mounting.
NOTE: Because there are so many dierent kinds of surfaces on which the speakers could be mounted. There is no one
type of fastener that we could supply that would work in all the possible situations. So taking into account the surface the
speaker is being mounted on, acquire the appropriate type of fasteners. If you’re not sure what type of fastener to use, take
the mounting bracket to a friendly hardware store, tell them about the wall you’re mounting the speaker on, and ask them
to recommend an appropriate fastener. Keep in mind the weight of the speaker.
Speaker Connections
After your speakers are properly placed, you are ready
to wire your system. First, turn o all system power.
Use the speaker wire included with the system to
make your connections. For longer distances, #16 or
#18 gauge wire available from your dealer should be
used. Please see the illustration for guidance connecting the wires to the MCS 100 satellites and center
channel.
For connection to your receiver please refer to its
owner’s manual.
Important!
To ensure the best performance observe polarities when making speaker connections, as shown in the illustration. Connect each + terminal on the back of the
amplier or receiver to the respective + (red) terminal on each speaker. Connect the
– (black) terminals in the same way. If the connections are not made correctly it can
cause poor bass response and imaging. Also, to avoid short circuits that may damage
your equipment be careful not to let any of the bare wires touch each other.
Subwoofer Connections
Turn o all power. Use the subwoofer cable included with your
system to connect the subwoofer to your receivers Subwoofer or
LFE Output. Connect the other end to the “Line In” on the back of
the Subwoofer.
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Subwoofer Controls
Power On
Plug the subwoofer’s AC cord into a wall outlet. We do not recommend using use the
outlets on the back of the receiver. The subwoofer features auto on/standby. An LED
indicator next to the volume control indicates what mode the subwoofer is in.
RED = STANDBY (No signal detected, Amp O )
GREEN = ON (Signal detected, Amp On)
The subwoofer will automatically enter the Standby mode after several minutes when no signal is detected from your system.
The subwoofer will then power ON instantly when a signal is detected.
LED indicator
Volume Control
Begin by adjusting the Subwoofer Volume Control to the 11 o’clock position. Further adjust the Subwoofer Volume Control
until you hear a match in volume between the main speakers and subwoofer. Ideally, bass response should not overpower
the room but rather be adjusted so there is a natural blend across the entire musical range.
Operation
When using the MCS 100 in a Dolby® Digital or DTS™ home theater system, make sure all speakers are set to “Small”. When
using the system in a Dolby Pro Logic® home theater system, make sure the receiver’s center channel mode is set to “Normal.”
Some Dolby Digital equipped receivers/processors oer dierent setup options for each source or surround mode (e.g., CDstereo, videotape, Dolby Digital, Pro Logic®). In each case, follow your equipment’s instructions to ensure that the subwoofer
output is turned on and that the speakers are set to “Small” in each mode.
If your receiver has adjustable crossover settings, we recommend the subwoofer crossover be set at 150Hz.
Refer to the owner’s manual for your AV receiver for any additional recommendations on system operation.
Maintenance and Service
The satellite and subwoofer enclosures may be cleaned using a soft cloth to remove ngerprints or to wipe o dust. All wiring
connections should be inspected and cleaned or remade at least once a year.
If a problem does occur, make sure that all connections are properly made, secure and clean. If a problem occurs in one loudspeaker, rewire that speaker in a dierent location within the system. Should the problem persist in this speaker the problem
is within the speaker. If the speaker sounds ne in the new position it is a strong indication of a more in depth issue with the
electronics in the system. In the event that your MCS 100 ever needs service, contact your local Boston Acoustics dealer or
visit www.Bostona.com for a list of dealers in your area.
If your subwoofer does not play, check that all the connectors on the cables are making proper contact and that the AC plug
is connected to a “live” receptacle.
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Limited Warranty
Boston Acoustics warrants to the original purchaser of our MCS 100 system that it will be free of defects in materials and
workmanship in its mechanical parts for a period of 5 years from the date of purchase. The warranty period for the electrical
components of MCS 100 is 1 year.
Your responsibilities are to install and use them according to the instructions supplied, to provide safe and secure transportation to an authorized Boston Acoustics service representative, and to present proof of purchase in the form of your sales slip
when requesting service.
Excluded from this warranty is damage that results from abuse, misuse, improper installation, accidents, shipping, or repairs/
modications by anyone other than an authorized Boston Acoustics service representative.
This warranty is limited to the Boston Acoustics product and does not cover damage to any associated equipment. This
warranty does not cover the cost of removal or reinstallation. This warranty is void if the serial number has been removed or
defaced. This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
If Service Seems Necessary
First, contact the dealer from whom you purchased the product. If that is not possible, write to:
Boston Acoustics, Inc.
300 Jubilee Drive
Peabody, MA 01960 USA
Or contact us via e-mail at:
support@bostona.com
We will promptly advise you of what action to take. If it is necessary to return your MCS 100 to the factory, please ship it prepaid. After it has been repaired, we will return it freight prepaid in the United States and Canada.
For EU Customers Only
This symbol found on the product indicates that the product must not be disposed of with household waste.
Instead, it may be placed in a separate collection facility for electronic waste or returned to a retailer when purchasing similar product. The producer paid to recycle this product. Doing this contributes to reuse and recycling,
minimizes adverse eects on the environment and human health and avoids any nes for incorrect disposal.
Boston Acoustics continually strives to update and improve its products. The specications and construction details are
subject to change without notice.