AVR-983
OUTPUT
SIGNAL
DETECT
SURROUND
BACK CH
ON / STANDBY
REMOTE
SENSOR
AUTO
PCM
DTS
SIGNAL
DIGITAL
INPUT
VOLUME LEVEL
AV SURROUND RECEIVER
AVR-2803/983
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2 We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-2803/983.
2 To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-2803/983 has to offer, read these
instructions carefully and use the set properly. Be sure to keep this manual for future reference, should any
questions or problems arise.
“SERIAL NO.
PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE
CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE”
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within
the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG
TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTERODUIRE LA
LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’ AU
FOND.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION
• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when
installed on a rack.
• Eviter des températures élevées
Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur
suffisante lors de l’installation sur une étagère.
• Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
• Manipuler le cordon d’alimentation avec
précaution.
Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du cordon.
• Keep the set free from moisture, water, and
dust.
• Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau et
lapoussière.
• Unplug the power cord when not using the set
for long periods of time.
• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation lorsque
l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant de longues
périodes.
* (For sets with ventilation holes)
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.
• Do not let foreign objects in the set.
• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans
l’appareil.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner
come in contact with the set.
• Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides, du
benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.
• Never disassemble or modify the set in any
way.
• Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil
d’une manière ou d’une autre.
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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.
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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INTRODUCTION
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ACCESSORIES
Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-2803/983 Digital A / V Surround Receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide
superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your
favorite music sources.
As this product is provided with an immense array of features, we recommend that before you begin hookup and operation that you review the
contents of this manual before proceeding.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
z Before Using ...............................................................................................4
x Cautions on Installation...............................................................................4
c Cautions on Handling ..................................................................................5
v Features ......................................................................................................5
b Connections..........................................................................................6~13
n Part Names and Functions..................................................................14, 15
m Setting up the system ........................................................................16~30
, Remote Control Unit...........................................................................31~40
. Operation ............................................................................................41~48
⁄0 Surround .............................................................................................49~54
⁄1 DSP Surround Simulation ...................................................................55~60
⁄2 Listening to the Radio.........................................................................61~63
⁄3 Last Function Memory..............................................................................63
⁄4 Initialization of the Microprocessor ...........................................................63
⁄5 Troubleshooting.........................................................................................64
⁄6 Additional Information.........................................................................65~74
⁄7 Specifications ............................................................................................75
Check that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit:
q Operating instructions…..1 w Warranty ( for North America model only )………...........1 e Service station list…….....1 r Remote control unit
t R6P/AA batteries .............3 y AM loop antenna…...............1 u FM indoor antenna…1 (RC-924)............…......1
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BEFORE USING
CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION
Pay attention to the following before using this unit:
• Moving the set
To prevent short circuits or damaged wires in the connection cords,
always unplug the power cord and disconnect the connection cords
between all other audio components when moving the set.
• Before turning the power switch on
Check once again that all connections are proper and that there are
not problems with the connection cords. Always set the power
switch to the standby position before connecting and disconnecting
connection cords.
Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated if this unit or
any other electronic equipment using microprocessors is used near a
tuner or TV.
If this happens, take the following steps:
• Install this unit as far as possible from the tuner or TV.
• Set the antenna wires from the tuner or TV away from this unit’s
power cord and input/output connection cords.
• Noise or disturbance tends to occur particularly when using indoor
antennas or 300 Ω/ohms feeder wires. We recommend using
outdoor antennas and 75 Ω/ohms coaxial cables.
For heat dispersal, leave at least 4 inch/10 cm of space between
the top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other
components.
• Store this instructions in a safe place.
After reading, store this instructions along with the warranty in a
safe place.
• Note that the illustrations in this instructions may differ from
the actual set for explanation purposes.
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4 inch/10 cm or more
4 inch/10 cm or more
Wall
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CAUTIONS ON HANDLING
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FEATURES
• Switching the input function when input jacks are not
connected
A clicking noise may be produced if the input function is switched
when nothing is connected to the input jacks. If this happens, either
turn down the MASTER VOLUME control or connect components
to the input jacks.
• Muting of PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jack and SPEAKER
terminals
The PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jack and SPEAKER terminals
include a muting circuit. Because of this, the output signals are
greatly reduced for several seconds after the power switch is
turned on or input function, surround mode or any other-set-up is
changed. If the volume is turned up during this time, the output will
be very high after the muting circuit stops functioning. Always wait
until the muting circuit turns off before adjusting the volume.
• Whenever the power switch is in the STANDBY state, the
apparatus is still connected on AC line voltage.
Please be sure to unplug the cord when you leave home for,
say, a vacation.
1. Digital Surround Sound Decoding
Featuring 32 bit high speed DSP, operating entirely in digital
domain, surround sound from digital sources such as DVD, LD,
DTV and satellite are faithfully re-created.
2. DTS 96/24 compatibility
The AVR-2803/983 can be decoded with sources recorded in DTS
96/24, a new multi-channel digital signal format developed by Digital
Theater Systems Inc.
DTS 96/24 sources can be played in the multi-channel mode on the
AVR-2803/983 with high sound quality of 96 kHz/24 bits or 88.2 kHz/24
bits.
3. DTS-ES Extended Surround and DTS Neo:6
The AVR-2803/983 can be decoded with DTS-ES Extended Surround,
a new multi-channel format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc.
The AVR-2803/983 can be also decoded with DTS Neo:6, a surround
mode allowing 6.1-channel playback of regular stereo sources.
4. DTS (Digital Theater Systems)
DTS provides up to 5.1 channels of wide-range, high fidelity
surround sound, from sources such as laser disc, DVD and
specially-encoded music discs.
5. Dolby Digital
Using advanced digital processing algorithms, Dolby Digital
provides up to 5.1 channels of wide-range, high fidelity surround
sound. Dolby Digital is the default digital audio delivery system for
DVD and North American DTV.
6. Dolby Pro Logic II decoder
Dolby Pro Logic II is a new format for playing multi-channel audio
signals that offers improvements over conventional Dolby Pro
Logic. It can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby
Surround but also regular stereo sources into five channels (front
left/right, center and surround left/right). In addition, various
parameters can be set according to the type of source and the
contents, so you can adjust the sound field with greater precision.
7. Dolby Digital EX decoder system
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 and first used for the movie
“Star Wars Episode 1 – Phantom Menace”.
The 6.1 channels of sound, including surround back channels,
provide improved sound positioning and expression of space.
8. Wide screen mode for a 7.1-channel sound even with
5.1-channel sources
DENON has developed a wide screen mode with a new design
which recreates the effects of the multi surround speakers in
movie theaters. The result is 7.1-channel sound taking full
advantage of surround back speakers, even with Dolby Pro Logic
or Dolby Digital/DTS 5.1-channel signals.
9. Multi Zone Music Entertainment System
Multi Source Function:
This unit’s Multi Source function lets you select different audio
sources for listening Different sources can thus be enjoyed in the
main room (MAIN) and the subroom (ZONE 2) simultaneously.
10.Component Video Switching
In addition to composite video and “S” video switching, the AVR-
2803/983 provides 2 sets of component video (Y, P
B/C
B, PR/CR)
inputs, and one set of component video outputs to the television,
for superior picture quality.
11.Video Select Function
Allow you to watch one source (visual) while listening to another
source (audio).
12.Future Sound Format Upgrade Capability via Eight Channel
Inputs & Outputs
For future multi-channel audio format(s), the AVR-2803/983 is
provided with 7.1 channel (seven main channels, plus one low
frequency effects channel) inputs, along with a full set of 7.1
channel pre-amp outputs, controlled by the 8 channel master
volume control. This assures future upgrade possibilities for any
future multi-channel sound format.
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R
L
R
L
R
INPUT OUTPUT
LRL
R
OUTPUT
L
R
L
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO
OUTPUT
OPTICAL COAXIAL
DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO
B
INPUT
OPTICAL
OUTPUT
B
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CONNECTIONS
• Do not plug in the AC cord until all connections have been
completed.
• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with
left, right with right).
• Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections will result in the
generation of noise.
• Use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment only. Do not use
them for hair driers, etc.
• Note that binding pin plug cords together with AC cords or placing
them near a power transformer will result in generating hum or
other noise.
• Noise or humming may be generated if a connected audio
equipment is used independently without turning the power of this
unit on. If this happens, turn on the power of the this unit.
Connecting the audio components
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
The power to these outlets is turned on and off when the power is switched between on and standby from the remote control unit or power
switch.
CD player
Connecting a CD player
Connect the CD player’s analog output
jacks (ANALOG OUTPUT) to this unit’s CD
jacks using pin plug cords.
Connecting a turntable
Connect the turntable’s output cord to the AVR-
2803/983’s PHONO jacks, the L (left) plug to the L
jack, the R (right) plug to the right jack.
NOTE:
This unit cannot be used with MC cartridges
directly. Use a separate head amplifier or step-up
transformer.
If humming or other noise is generated when the
ground wire is connected, disconnect the ground
wire.
Turntable
(MM cartridge)
Ground wire
Connecting the pre-out jacks
Use these jacks if you wish to connect external power amplifier(s) to
increase the power of the front, center and surround sound channels, or
for connection to powered loudspeakers.
To use Surround back with one speaker, connect the speaker to
SURR. BACK L CH.
AC OUTLETS
• SWITCHED
(total capacity – 120 W (1 A.))
The power to these outlets is turned on and off in conjunction with the
POWER operation switch on the main unit, and when the power is switched
between on and standby from the remote control unit.
No power is supplied from these outlets when this unit’s power is at standby.
Never connect equipment whose total capacity is above 120 W (1 A.).
NOTE:
Only use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment. Never use them for hair
driers, TVs or other electrical appliances.
Connecting the AC OUTLETS
AC CORD
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Connecting a tape deck
Connections for recording:
Connect the tape deck’s recording input jacks (LINE IN or REC) to this unit’s tape
recording (CDR/TAPE OUT) jacks using pin plug cords.
Connections for playback:
Connect the tape deck’s playback output jacks (LINE OUT or PB) to this unit’s tape
playback (CDR/TAPE IN) jacks using pin plug cords.
CD recorder or Tape deck
Route the connection cords, etc., in such a
way that they do not obstruct the ventilation
holes.
MD recorder, CD recorder or other component
equipped with digital input/output jacks
CD player or other component
equipped with digital output jacks
Connecting the DIGITAL jacks
Use these for connections to audio equipment with digital output. Refer to page 23 for
instructions on setting this terminal.
NOTES:
• Use 75 Ω/ohms cable pin cords for coaxial connections.
• Use optical cables for optical connections, removing the cap before connecting.
NOTE:
If humming noise is generated by a
tape deck, etc., move the tape deck
away.
TRIGGER OUT
Turn the DC 12V voltage on and off for the individual functions.
For details, see “Setting the Trigger Out Setup” on page 28.
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IN
VIDEO
R
L
R OUT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUT IN
LRL
R
L
R
L
R OUT IN
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUT IN
LRL
R
L
R
L
R OUT
VIDEO
OUT
L
AUDIO
L
R
R OUT
VIDEO
OUT
L
AUDIO
L
R
R
L
R
L
R
L
R L
B
B
RL
Connecting the video components
• To connect the video signal, connect using a 75 Ω/ohms video signal cable cord. Using an improper cable can result in a drop in video quality.
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
TV or DBS tuner
Connecting a TV or DBS tuner
TV or DBS
• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the
(yellow) TV or DBS IN jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin
plug cord.
• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUTPUT) to
the TV or DBS IN jacks using pin plug cords.
AUDIO
VIDEO
DVD player or video disc player (VDP), etc.
Connecting a DVD player or a video disc player (VDP)
DVD
• Connect the video disc player’s video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the (yellow) DVD IN
jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.
• Connect the video disc player’s analog audio output jacks (ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT) to the
DVD IN jacks using pin plug cords.
• A VDP can be connected to the VDP jacks in the same way.
• It is also possible to connect a video disc player, DVD player, video camcorder, Video Game, etc.,
to the V.AUX jacks.
AUDIO
VIDEO
Monitor TV
MONITOR OUT
• Connect the TV’s video input jack (VIDEO INPUT) to the
MONITOR OUT jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug
cord.
VIDEO
Note on connecting the digital input jacks
• Only audio signals are input to the digital input jacks.
For details, see page 6.
Video deck 2
Video deck 1
Connecting a video decks
• There are two sets of video deck (VCR) jacks, so two video decks can be connected for simultaneous recording or video copying.
Video input/output connections:
• Connect the video deck’s video output jack (VIDEO OUT) to the (yellow) VCR-1 IN jack, and the video deck’s video input jack (VIDEO IN) to the
(yellow) VCR-1 OUT jack using 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cords.
Connecting the audio output jacks
• Connect the video deck’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUT) to the VCR-1 IN jacks, and the video deck’s audio input jacks (AUDIO IN) to the VCR-1
OUT jacks using pin plug cords.
Connect the second video deck to the VCR-2 jacks in the same way.
AUDIOAUDIO
VIDEOVIDEO
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IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
OUT IN
S-VIDEO
OUT IN
S-VIDEO
B
B
Connecting the video components equipped with S-Video jacks
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
• A note on the S input jacks
The input selectors for the S inputs and Video inputs work in conjunction with each other.
• Precaution when using S-jacks
This unit’s S-jacks (input and output) and video pin jacks (input and output) have independent circuit structures, so that video signals input from
the S-jacks are only output from the S-jack outputs and video signals input from the pin jacks are only output from the pin jack outputs.
When connecting this unit with equipment that is equipped with S-jacks, keep the above point in mind and make connections according to the
equipment’s instruction manuals.
DVD player or video disc player (VDP)
Connecting a DVD player or a video disc player (VDP)
DVD
• Connect the DVD player’s S-Video output jack to the S-VIDEO
DVD IN jack using a S-Video connection cord.
• A VDP can be connected to the VDP jacks in the same way.
• It is also possible to connect a video disc player, DVD player,
video camcorder, game machine, etc., to the V.AUX jacks.
Connecting a monitor TV
MONITOR OUT
• Connect the TV’s S video input (S-VIDEO INPUT) to the MONITOR
OUT jack using a S jack connection cord.
S-VIDEO
Monitor TV
Connecting a TV or DBS tuner
• Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s S video output jack (S-
VIDEO OUTPUT) to the TV or DBS IN jack
using an S-Video connection cord.
S-VIDEO
TV or satellite broadcast tuner
Video deck 1
Connecting the video decks
• Connect the video deck’s S output jack (S-OUT) to the
VCR-1 IN jack and the video deck’s S input jack
(S-IN) to the VCR-1 OUT jack using S-Video
connection cords.
• Connect the video deck’s S output jack (S-OUT) to the
VCR-2 IN jack and the video deck’s S input jack
(S-IN) to the VCR-2 OUT jack using S-Video
connection cords.
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
Video deck 2
Connect the components’ audio inputs and outputs as described on page 7.
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VIDEO OUT
Y
CRCB
COMPONENT
B
VIDEO IN
Y
CRCB
COMPONENT
Connecting the video component equipped with Color Difference (Component - Y, P
R
/C
R
,
P
B
/C
B
) Video jacks
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
• The signals input to the color difference (component) video jacks are not output to the VIDEO output jack (yellow) or the S-Video output jack.
• Some video sources with component video outputs are labeled Y, CB, CR, or Y, Pb, Pr, or Y, R-Y, B-Y. These terms all refer to component video
color difference output.
• The function assigned to the component video input can be changed at the system setup. For details, see “Setting the video In Assignment”
on page 24.
• The AVR-2803’s on-screen display signals are not output from the color difference (component) video output jacks (MONITOR OUT).
DVD player
Connecting a DVD player
DVD IN jacks
• Connect the DVD player’s color difference (component) video output jacks
(COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT) to the COMPONENT VIDEO-1 IN jack using
75 Ω/ohms coaxial video pin-plug cords.
• In the same way, another video source with component video outputs such
as a TV/DBS tuner, etc., can be connected to the VIDEO-2 color difference
(component) video jacks.
Monitor TV
Connecting a monitor TV
MONITOR OUT jack
• Connect the TV’s color difference (component) video input jacks
(COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT) to the COMPONENT MONITOR OUT
jack using 75 Ω/ohms coaxial video pin-plug cords.
• The color difference input jacks may be indicated differently on
some TVs, monitors or video components (“C
R, CB
and Y”, “R-
Y, B-Y and Y”, “Pr, Pb and Y”, etc.). For details, carefully read the
operating instructions included with the TV or other component.
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4
2
3
Connecting the antenna terminals
DIRECTION OF
BROADCASTING
STATION
75 Ω/ohms
COAXIAL
CABLE
FM ANTENNA
FM INDOOR
ANTENNA
(Supplied)
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
(Supplied)
AM OUTDOOR
ANTENNA
GROUND
AM loop antenna assembly
Connect to the AM
antenna terminals.
Remove the vinyl tie
and take out the
connection line.
Bend in the reverse
direction.
a. With the antenna
on top any stable
surface.
b. With the antenna
attached to a wall.
Mount
Installation hole
Mount on wall, etc.
• An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly.
Connection of AM antennas
1. Push the lever. 2. Insert the conductor.
3. Return the lever.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s
attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC which provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies
that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding
system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry
as practical.
Notes:
• Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.
• Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not disconnect
the AM loop antenna.
• Make sure AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch
metal parts of the panel.
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L
R
++
OUTPUT
INPUT
AUX OUT
B
L
R
L
R
RL
Connecting the external input (EXT. IN) jacks
• These jacks are for inputting multi-channel audio signals from an outboard decoder, or a component with a different type of multi-channel
decoder, such as a DVD Audio player, a multi-channel SACD player, or other future multi-channel sound format decoder.
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
Decoder with 8- or 6-channel
analog output
Front
Surround
Surround back
Subwoofer
Center
For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) jacks, see page 44.
Connecting the ZONE 2 jacks
• If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier or power amplifier is connected, the ZONE 2 jacks can be used to play a different program source in
ZONE 2 the same time. (See page 48)
ZONE 2
For instructions on operations using the ZONE 2 jacks, see page 47, 48.
RC-616
INFRARED
RETRANSMITTER
Integrated pre-main amplifier
RC-617
INFRARED SENSOR
Extension jacks for future use.
SERIAL CONTROL terminal
• Connect when using an external controller.
• Use an adapter cable (sold separately) as shown on the diagram at the right to
connect the external controller.
RS232C GND
∆
3.5
STEREO PLUG
RXD
(PC IN)
TXD
(PC OUT)
Serial Control cable
12
(
L
) (
R
)
(
L
) (
R
)
(
L
) (
R
) (
L
) (
R
)
Speaker system connections
• Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that like
polarities are matched (≈ with ≈ , √ with √ ). Mismatching of polarities will
result in weak central sound, unclear orientation of the various instruments,
and the sense of direction of the stereo being impaired.
• When making connections, take care that none of the individual conductors
of the speaker cord come in contact with adjacent terminals, with other
speaker cord conductors, or with the rear panel.
NOTE:
NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is on.
Doing so could result in electric shocks.
Speaker Impedance
• Speakers with an impedance of from 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can be connected for
use as front and center speakers.
• Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can be connected for use as
surround speakers.
• Be careful when using two pairs of front speakers (A + B) at the same time,
since use of speakers with an impedance of less than 8 Ω/ohms will lead to
damage.
• The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for long periods of
time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the
specified impedance are connected.
Connection the speaker terminals
1. Loosen by turning
counterclockwise
2. Insert the cord. 3. Tighten by turning
clockwise.
Connecting banana plugs
banana plug
Turn clockwise to tighten, then
insert the banana plug.
Connections
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
Connection jack for subwoofer
with built-in amplifier (super
woofer), etc.
FRONT SPEAKER
SYSTEMS (A)
CENTER SPEAKER
SYSTEM
• Precautions when
connecting speakers
If a speaker is placed near a
TV or video monitor, the
colors on the screen may
be disturbed by the
speaker’s magnetism. If
this should happen, move
the speaker away to a
position where it does not
have this effect.
SURROUND BACK/ZONE 2 SPEAKER SYSTEMS
SURROUND SPEAKER
SYSTEMS
NOTES:
• To use Surround back with one speaker, connect
the speaker to SURR. BACK L CH.
• The settings must be changed to use this speaker
for ZONE 2.
See page 25.
Either tightly twist or terminate the core wires.
FRONT SPEAKER
SYSTEMS (B)
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• This unit is equipped with a high-speed protection circuit. The purpose of this circuit is to protect the speakers under
circumstances such as when the output of the power amplifier is inadvertently short-circuited and a large current flows, when
the temperature surrounding the unit becomes unusually high, or when the unit is used at high output over a long period
which results in an extreme temperature rise.
When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off and the power supply indicator LED flashes. Should
this occur, please follow these steps: be sure to switch off the power of this unit, check whether there are any faults with
the wiring of the speaker cables or input cables, and wait for the unit to cool down if it is very hot. Improve the ventilation
condition around the unit and switch the power back on.
If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around the
unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON service center.
Protector circuit
• The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an
impedance lower than the specified impedance (for example speakers with an impedance of lower than 4 Ω/ohms) are
connected. If the protector circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off. Turn off the set’s power, wait for the set to cool
down, improve the ventilation around the set, then turn the power back on.
Note on speaker impedance
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6
PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
Front Panel
• For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
OUTPUT
SIGNAL
DETECT
SURROUND
BACK CH
ON / STANDBY
REMOTE
SENSOR
AUTO
PCM
DTS
SIGNAL
DIGITAL
INPUT
VOLUME LEVEL
!7
!8!9@0@1@2@3@4@5@6@7@8
q w ter y u i
o!0 !1 !2 !3 !4 !5 !6
q
Power ON/STANDBY switch..............................................(41, 63)
w
Headphones jack (PHONES) ....................................................(45)
e
VIDEO SELECT button .............................................................(45)
r
Front speaker system indicators
(FRONT SPEAKER A/B)
t
FRONT SPEAKER button ...................................................(41, 63)
y
ZONE 2 button/indicator.....................................................(47, 63)
u
MODE button...............................................................(42, 44, 53)
i
ANALOG button .................................................................(42, 44)
o
EXT. IN button ....................................................................(42, 44)
!0
DIMMER button.......................................................................(46)
!1
STATUS button .........................................................................(46)
!2
SURROUND BACK button .......................................................(53)
!3
SURROUND MODE button .............................(43, 50, 52, 53, 57)
!4
SURROUND PARAMETER button.........................(51, 52, 54, 57)
!5
SELECT knob...........................................(43, 45, 50 ~ 54, 57, 59)
!6
TONE DEFEAT button..............................................................(45)
!7
TONE CONTROL button ....................................................(45, 59)
!8
MASTER VOLUME control ......................................................(43)
!9
Master volume indicator (VOLUME LEVEL) ............................(43)
@0
Display
@1
INPUT mode indicators ............................................................(43)
@2
SIGNAL indicators ..............................................................(43, 53)
@3
Remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR) ...........................(31)
@4
Power indicator ........................................................................(41)
@5
FUNCTION knob......................................(42, 45 ~ 47, 53, 61, 63)
@6
TUNING PRESET button ..........................................................(63)
@7
SOURCE selector button .........................................................(42)
@8
ZONE 2/REC button ...........................................................(46, 47)
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Remote control unit
• For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
Master volume control
buttons .............................................(43, 47)
ZONE1 (MAIN) buttons ..........................(47)
Power buttons.....................(33~35, 37~41)
Tuner system/System
buttons...........................(32, 35, 47, 61~63)
Surround buttons
.................................(43, 44, 50, 52, 53, 56)
SURROUND PARAMETER
button.......................(34, 51, 52, 54, 56, 58)
MUTING button......................................(45)
SYSTEM CALL buttons ..........................(37)
ON SCREEN/DISPLAY button....(34, 35, 46)
TEST TONE button.................................(49)
SYSTEM SETUP/SETUP
button.........................................(17, 30, 34)
System buttons....................(32, 34, 35, 38)
MODE SELECT button...........................(32)
Input source selector
buttons ....................(33~35, 42, 47, 53, 61)
Mode selector
buttons ..........................(32~34, 36~41, 47)
Remote control signal
transmitter..............................................(31)
ZONE 2 buttons .....................................(47)
Cursor buttons........................................(16)
CH SELECT/ENTER button
...................................................(16, 49, 50)
RETURN button................................(34, 35)
SURROUND BACK button .....................(53)
INPUT MODE selector
buttons .............................................(42, 44)
NOTE:
• The shaded button do not function with the AVR-2803/983.
(Nothing happens when they are pressed.)
LED (indicator)........................................(36)
USE/LEARN button ..........................(36, 39)
FRONT SPEAKER button .......................(41)
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SETTING UP THE SYSTEM
• Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in “CONNECTIONS” (see pages 6 to 13), make the various
settings described below on the monitor screen using the AVR-2803/983’s on-screen display function.
These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the AVR-2803/983.
• Check that the remote control unit is set to AMP mode (TAPE, CDR/MD or CD).
• The system settings can be reset to the default (factory shipment) settings by initialization of the microprocessor (see page 63).
• Use the following buttons to set up the system:
SYSTEM SETUP button
Press this to display the system setup menu.
ENTER button
Press this to switch the display.
Also use this button to complete the setting.
CURSOR buttons
0
and
1
: Use these to move the cursors (
0
and
1
) to the left
and right on the screen.
•
and
ª
: Use these to move the cursors (
•
and
ª
) to the up
and down on the screen.
• System setup items and default values (set upon shipment from the factory)
System setup Default settings
q
w
t
u
i
o
!0
Speaker
Configuration
Subwoofer mode
Channel
Level
Digital In
Assignment
On Screen
Display
Input the combination of speakers in your system and their
corresponding sizes (Small for regular speakers, Large for full-size,
full-range) to automatically set the composition of the signals output
from the speakers and the frequency response.
This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass signals.
This adjusts the volume of the signals output from the speakers and
subwoofer for the different channels in order to obtain optimum
effects.
This assigns the digital input jacks for the different input
sources.
This sets whether or not to display the on-screen display that
appears on the monitor screen when the controls on the remote
control unit or main unit are operated.
Input
source
Digital
Inputs
Front Sp.
Large
Center Sp. Surround Sp. Sub Woofer
Small SmallYe s
LFE
Front L & R Center Surround L & RSub Woofer
12 ft (3.6 m) 12 ft (3.6 m) 10 ft (3.0 m)12 ft (3.6 m)
Front L
Front R Center
Surround
R
Surround
Back R
Subwoofer
0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB
CD DVD VDP
TV
DBS V. AUX VCR-1 VCR-2
COAX1 COAX2 OPT1 OPT2 OPT3 OFF OFF OFF
On Screen Display = ON
Surround Back Sp.
Small / 2spkrs
e
Delay Time
This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio
signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer according to
the listening position.
SBL & SBR
10 ft (3.0 m)
r
Surround
Back L
0 dB
Surround
L
0 dB
TAP E
OPT4
Crossover
Frequency
Set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the various
speakers is to be output from the subwoofer.
80 Hz
Video In
Assign
This assigns the color difference (component) video input jacks for
the different input sources.
DVD VDP TV
DBS
VCR-1 VCR-2 V. AUX —
VIDEO1 NONE NONE VIDEO2 NONE NONE NONE —
—
—
Zone 2
Control
Set this to switch the surround back channel’s
power amplifier for use for zone 2.
Surround Back
Power AMP
Assignment
Zone2
vol. Level
This sets the output level for the zone 2 output
jacks.
Variable
Ext. In
Subwoofer
Level
Set the Ext. In Subwoofer terminal playback level. Subwoofer = +15 dB
Auto Surround
Mode
Set the Auto surround mode function.
Auto Surround Mode = ON
y
Dolby Digital
Setup
Turn the audio compression on or off when down-mixing Dolby
Digital signals.
OFF
Trigger Out
Setup
Set the Trigger Out output for the different input sources.
PHONO CD TUNER
TAPE
DVD VDP TV VCR-1
OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ON
!1
VCR-2
ON
DBS
ON
V. A UX
ON
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System setup Default settings
Auto Tuner
Presets
FM stations are received automatically and stored in the memory.
A1 ~ A8
B1 ~ B8
C1 ~ C8
D1 ~ D8
E1 ~ E8
87.5/89.1/98.1/107.9/90.1/90.1/90.1/90.1 MHz
520/600/1000/1400/1500/1710 kHz, 90.1/90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
!2
!3
Setup Lock
Set whether or not to lock the system setup settings so that they
cannot be changed.
Setup Lock = OFF
NOTES:
• The on-screen display signals are output with priority to the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack during playback of a video component. For example,
if the TV monitor is connected to both the AVR-2803/983’s S-Video and video monitor output jacks and signals are input to the AVR-2803/983
from a video source (VDP, etc.) connected to both the S-Video and video input jacks, the on-screen display signals are output with priority to
the S-Video monitor output. If you wish to output the signals to the video monitor output jack, do not connect a cord to the S-VIDEO
MONITOR OUT jack. (For details, see page 30.)
• The AVR-2803/983’s on-screen display function is designed for use with high resolution monitor TVs, so it may be difficult to read small
characters on TVs with small screens or low resolutions.
• The setup menu is not displayed when headphones are being used.
• Speaker system layout
Basic system layout
• The following is an example of the basic layout for a system consisting of eight speaker systems and a television monitor:
Subwoofer
Center speaker system
Surround speaker systems
Surround back speaker systems
Front speaker systems
Set these at the sides of the TV or screen with
their front surfaces as flush with the front of the
screen as possible.
Before setting up the system
1
2
Check that all the connections are correct, then turn on the main unit’s power.
Display the System Setup Menu.
• Before setting up, connect the AVR-2803/983’s MONITOR OUT connector with the monitor TV and turn off the power of all playback devices
connected to the AVR-2803/983’s video input connectors. (For instructions on connecting the monitor TV, see page 7 and 8.)
To stop system setup before it is completed, press the system setup button again.
System setup can be stopped at any time.
The changed settings are stored and the on-screen display turns off.
• If you make a mistake at a system setup setting, you can reset it by selecting the desired menu from the System Setup Menu screen. The
settings that have been changed up to that point are stored.
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Setting the type of speakers
• Set up in function of your speaker systems. Performing this setup optimizes the system.
• The composition of the signals output to the different channels and the frequency response are adjusted automatically according to the
combination of speakers actually being used.
1
At the System Setup Menu select “Speaker Configuration”.
2
3
Switch to the speaker configuration screen.
Set whether or not speakers are
connected and, if so, their size
parameters.
• To select the speaker
• To select the parameter
4
Press the ENTER button to finalize the setting.
NOTE:
• Select “Large” or “Small” not according to the actual size of the speaker but according to the speaker’s capacity for playing low frequency
(bass sound below frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode and below) signals. If you do not know, try comparing the sound at both
settings (setting the volume to a level low enough so as not to damage the speakers) to determine the proper setting.
Center Sp.
Front Sp.
Subwoofer
Surround Sp.
Surround back Sp.
• Parameters
Large...................Select this when using speakers that have sufficient performance for reproducing bass sound below the frequency set for the
Crossover Frequency mode.
Small...................Select this when using speakers that do not have sufficient performance for reproducing bass sound below the frequency set
for the Crossover Frequency mode. When this is set, bass sound with a frequency below the frequency set for the Crossover
Frequency mode is sent to the subwoofer.
When this setting is selected, low frequencies of below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode are assigned
to the subwoofer.
None……............Select this when no speakers are installed.
Yes/No….............Select “Ye s ” when a subwoofer is installed, “No” when a subwoofer is not installed.
2spkrs/1spkr .......Set the number of speakers to be used for the surround back channel.
If the subwoofer has sufficient low frequency playback capacity, good sound can be achieved even when “Small” is set for the front, center
and surround speakers.
For the majority of speaker system configurations, using the Small setting for all five main speakers and Subwooofer On with a connected
subwoofer will yield the best results.
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Setting the crossover frequency and low frequency distribution when playing Dolby Digital
and DTS signals
1
Select the “Crossover Frequency” mode.
• Set the crossover frequency and subwoofer mode according to the speaker system being used.
Select the frequency.
3
Enter the setting.
The System Setup Menu reappears.
2
Select the “Subwoofer Mode”. Select the setting.
NOTES:
— Assignment of low frequency signal range —
• The only signals produced from the subwoofer channel are LFE signals (during playback of Dolby Digital or DTS signals) and the low
frequency signal range of channels set to “Small” in the setup menu. The low frequency signal range of channels set to “Large” are
produced from those channels.
— Crossover Frequency —
• When “Subwoofer” is set to “Yes ” at the “Speaker Configuration Setting”, set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the
various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer (the crossover frequency).
• For speakers set to “Small”, sound with a frequency below the crossover frequency is cut, and the cut bass sound is output from the
subwoofer instead.
NOTE:For ordinary speaker systems, we recommend setting the crossover frequency to 80 Hz. When using small speakers, however,
setting the crossover frequency to a high frequency may improve frequency response for frequencies near the crossover frequency.
— Subwoofer mode —
• The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when “Large” is set for the front speakers and “YES” is set for the subwoofer in the “Speaker
Configuration” settings (see page 18).
• When the “LFE+MAIN” playback mode is selected, the low frequency signal range of channels set to “Large” are produced simultaneously
from those channels and the subwoofer channel.
In this playback mode, the low frequency range expand more uniformly through the room, but depending on the size and shape of the room,
interference may result in a decrease of the actual volume of the low frequency range.
• Selection of the “LFE ” play mode will play the low frequency signal range of the channel selected with “Large” from that channel only.
Therefore, the low frequency signal range that are played from the subwoofer channel are only the low frequency signal range of LFE (only
during Dolby Digital or DTS signal playback) and the channel specified as “Small” in the setup menu.
• Select the play mode that provides bass reproduction with quantity.
• When the subwoofer is set to “Ye s”, bass sound is output from the subwoofer regardless of the subwoofer mode setting in surround modes
other than Dolby/DTS.
• In surround modes other than Dolby Digital and DTS, if the subwoofer is set to “YES”, the low frequency portion is always output to the
subwoofer channel. For details, refer to “Surround Modes and Parameters” on page 60.
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Setting the Delay Time
1
At the System Setup Menu select “Delay Time”.
• Input the distance between the listening position and the different speakers to set the delay time for the surround mode.
Preparations:
Measure the distances between the listening position and the speakers (L1 to L5 on the diagram at
the right).
L1: Distance between center speaker and listening position
L2: Distance between front speakers and listening position
L3: Distance between surround speakers and listening position
L4: Distance between surround back speakers and listening position
L5: Distance between subwoofer and listening position
L1
L2
L5
L3
L4
Center FRFL
Subwoofer
SL
Listening position
SR
SBRSBL
2
3
4
5
Switch to the Delay Time screen.
Select the desired unit, meters or feet.
Select (darken) the desired units, “Meters” or “Feet”.
Once “Meters” or “Feet” is selected in step 3, the
Delay Time screen appears automatically.
Select the speaker to be set.
Example: When “Feet” is selected
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6
Set the distance between the
center speaker and listening
position.
The distance changes in units of
1 foot (0.1 meters) each time the
button is pressed. Select the
value closest to the measured
distance.
If “Ye s” is selected for “Default”, the settings are automatically reset
to the default values.
Please note that the difference of distance for every speaker should be
20 ft (6.0 m) or less. If you set an invalid distance, a CAUTION notice,
such as screen right will appear. In this case, please relocate the blinking
speaker(s) so that its distance is no larger than the value shown in
highlighted line.
Example: When the distance is set to 12 feet
for the center speaker
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Enter the setting.
The System Setup Menu reappears.
The AVR-2803/983 automatically sets the optimum surround delay time for the listening room.
NOTE:
• If the distance unit is changed after the delay time is set, the settings are reset to the factory default values (see page 16, 17).
Setting the Channel Level
• Use this setting to adjust so that the playback level between the different channels is equal.
• From the listening position, listen to the test tones produced from the speakers to adjust the level.
• The level can also be adjusted directly from the remote control unit. (For details, see page 49.)
1
2
3
At the System Setup Menu select “Channel Level”.
Switch to the Channel Level screen.
Select “Test Tone”.
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4
Select the mode.
Select “Auto” or “Manual”.
• Auto:
Adjust the level while listening to the test tones produced
automatically from the different speakers.
• Manual:
Select the speaker from which you want to produce the test tone to
adjust the level.
Example: When the “Auto” mode is selected
5
6
7
Select “Test Tone Start”.
Select “Ye s ”.
a. If the “Auto” mode is selected:
Test tones are automatically emitted from the different speakers.
The test tones are emitted from the different speakers in the
following order, at 4-second intervals the first time and second time
around, 2-second intervals the third time around and on:
Use the CURSOR left and right buttons to adjust all the speakers to the
same volume.
The volume can be adjusted between –12 dB and +12 dB in units of
0.5 dB.
b. When the “Manual” mode is selected
Use the CURSOR up and down to select
the speaker for which you want to output
test tones, then use the CURSOR left and
right to adjust so that the volume of the
test tones from the various speakers is
the same.
Example: When the volume is set to –11.5 dB
while the test tone is being
produced from the Front Lch
speaker
Example: When the volume is set to –11.5 dB
while the Front Lch speaker is
selected
Flashing
Flashing
FL C FR SR SBR SBL SL SW
SB
1spkr
2spkrs
When the surround back speaker setting is set to “1spkr” for
“Speaker Configuration”, this is set to “SB”.
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After the above settings are completed, press the ENTER button.
The “Channel Level” screen reappears.
To cancel the settings, select “Level Clear” and “Ye s” on the “Channel Level” screen, then make the settings again.
The level of each channel should be adjusted to 75 dB (C-weighted, slow meter mode) on a sound level meter at the listening position.
If a sound level meter is not available adjust the channels by ear so the sound levels are the same. Because adjusting the subwoofer level test
tone by ear is difficult, use a well known music selection and adjust for natural balance.
NOTE: When adjusting the level of an active subwoofer system, you may also need to adjust the subwoofer’s own volume control.
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Setting the Digital In Assignment
• This setting assigns the digital input jacks of the AVR-2803/983 for the different input sources.
1
2
3
4
At the System Setup Menu select “Digital In Assignment”.
Switch to the Digital Inputs screen.
Select the digital input jack to be assigned to the input source.
• To select the input source
• To select the digital input jack
Select “OFF” for input sources for which no digital input jacks are used.
If “Ye s” is selected for “Default”, the settings are automatically reset to the default
values.
Enter the setting.
The System Setup Menu reappears.
When you adjust the channel levels while in the SYSTEM SETUP CHANNEL LEVEL mode, the channel level adjustments made will affect
all surround modes. Consider this mode a Master Channel Level adjustment mode.
After you have completed the SYSTEM SETUP CHANNEL LEVEL adjustments, you can then activate the individual surround modes and
adjust channel levels that will be remembered for each of those modes. Then, whenever you activate a particular surround sound mode,
your preferred channel level adjustments for just that mode will be recalled. Check the instructions for adjusting channel levels within each
surround mode on page 49.
You can adjust the channel levels for each of the following surround modes: DIRECT, STEREO, DOLBY/DTS SURROUND, 5/7 CH STEREO,
MONO MOVIE, ROCK ARENA, JAZZ CLUB, VIDEO GAME, MATRIX and VIRTUAL.
NOTES:
• The OPTICAL 4 jacks on the AVR-2803/983’s rear panel are equipped with an optical digital output jack for recording digital signals on a CD
recorder, MD recorder or other digital recorder. Use this for digital recording between a digital audio source (stereo - 2 channel) and a digital
audio recorder.
• Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 4 OUT jack on the AVR-2803/983’s rear panel to any jack other than
the OPTICAL 4 IN jack.
•“PHONO” and “TUNER” cannot be selected on the Digital In Assignment.
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