Denon AVR-985S Operating Instruction

MODE ANALOG EXT. IN

ZONE 2 /

REC SELECT

SOURCE VIDEO

SELECT

TUNING PRESET

ON / STANDBY

MASTER VOLUME

FUNCTION

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-2805/985

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2 We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-2805/985. 2 To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-2805/985 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”

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE 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.

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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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

INTRODUCTION

ACCESSORIES

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-2805/985 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 ..........................................................................................6~14

n Part Names and Functions .................................................................15~17

m Setting up the system ........................................................................18~47

, Remote Control Unit...........................................................................48~57

. Operation ............................................................................................58~64

⁄0 Multi Zone...........................................................................................65~67

⁄1 Surround .............................................................................................68~75

⁄2 DSP Surround Simulation ...................................................................76~82

⁄3 Listening to the Radio.........................................................................83~84

⁄4 Last Function Memory ..............................................................................85

⁄5 Initialization of the Microprocessor ...........................................................85

⁄6 Troubleshooting.........................................................................................86

⁄7 Additional Information.........................................................................87~97

⁄8 Specifications ............................................................................................98

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 i Omnidirectional microphone.......1 (RC-974)............…......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.

4 inch/10 cm or more

Wall

CAUTIONS ON HANDLING

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 unit is in the STANDBY state, the apparatus is

still connected on AC line voltage. Please be sure to turn the power off (

£off) when you leave

home for, say, a vacation.

1. 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.

2. Dolby Pro Logic IIx compatibility

Dolby Pro Logic IIx furthers the matrix decoding technology of Dolby Pro Logic II to decode audio signals recorded on two channels into up to 7.1 playback channels, including the surround back channel. Dolby Pro Logic IIx also allows 5.1-channel sources to be played in up to 7.1 channels. The mode can be selected according to the source. The Music mode is best suited for playing music,the Cinema mode for playing movies, and the Game mode for playing games. The Game mode can only be used with 2-channel audio sources.

3. Dolby Pro Logic II Game mode compatibility

In addition to the previously offered Music and Cinema modes, the AVR-2805/985 also offers a Game mode optimum for games.

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. DTS-ES Extended Surround and DTS Neo:6

The AVR-2805/985 can be decoded with DTS-ES Extended Surround, a multi-channel format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. The AVR-2805/985 can be also decoded with DTS Neo:6, a surround mode allowing 6.1 channels playback of regular stereo sources.

6. DTS 96/24 compatibility

The AVR-2805/985 can be decoded with sources recorded in DTS 96/24, a 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-2805/985 with high sound quality of 96 kHz/24 bits or 88.2 kHz/24 bits.

7. Pure Direct Mode/AL24 Processing

The AVR-2805/985 is equipped with a pure direct mode allowing the effects of the video and digital circuitry to be shut down when playing CDs or records to achieve the ideal environment for analog playback, resulting in extremely high quality music playback. It is also equipped with AL24 processing which compensates the input digital data to produce the near analog waveforms which would be in a nature with 24 bits quality. AL24 processing operates when PCM data such as CD is inputted.

8. Auto Setup/Room EQ

Use of the microphone for setup applications measures the presence of speakers, the distance to the speakers, and other information, and permits automatic setup. The characteristics of each speaker can also be corrected.

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 (ZONE2) simultaneously.

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

For future multi-channel audio format(s), the AVR-2805/985 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.

11.Front input Terminal

The unit is equipped with a Front Input connector for the convenient connection of a video camera or other equipment.

12.Video Conversion Function

13.Component Video Switching

In addition to composite video and “S” video switching, the AVR2805/985 provides 3 sets of component video (Y, P

/CB, P

R/CR)

inputs, and one set of component video outputs to the television, for superior picture quality.

14.TRIGGER OUT

AVR-2805/985 is equipped with 2 systems of 12V TRIGGER OUT connections. Each output can be activated upon the selection of assigned. Main Zone inputs or zone2 inputs.

15.RS-232C Terminal

Includes a RS--232C port to support an AMX, Crestron integrated control system.

16.AC INLET

Detachable AC CORD is used.

17.Auto Surround Mode

This function stores the surround mode last used for an input signal in the memory and automatically sets that surround mode the next time that signal is input.

18.Large-sized fluorescent display

A large-sized fluorescent display is used which also permits a check of the input/output channels.

19.Audio delay

This is a function for delaying the audio signal with respect to the video signal. (0 to 200 msec)

20.Preset Memory Tuning

56-Station AM/FM Random Preset Memory tuning.

R R

RLR

INPUT OUTPUT

LRL

OUTPUT

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

OUTPUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

DIGITAL AUDIODIGITAL AUDIO

INPUT

OPTICAL

OUTPUT

CONNECTIONS

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

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

• Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections will result in the generation of noise.

• Use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment only. Do not use

them for hair driers, etc.

• Note that binding pin plug cords together with AC cords or placing them near a power transformer will result in generating hum or other noise.

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

Connecting the audio components

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

CD player

Connecting a CD player

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

Connecting a turntable

Connect the turntable’s output cord to the AVR2805/985’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 “Setting the Digital in Assignment”. (See page 37)

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 Setup”. (See page 44)

VIDEO

R OUT IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

LRL

RLR

R OUT IN

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

LRL

R OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

R OUT

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO

R L

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.

• The AVR-2805/985 is equipped with a function for up-converting video signals.

• The signal connected to the video signal terminal is output to the S-Video and component video monitor out terminals.

• The REC OUT terminals have no conversion function, so when recording only connect the video terminals.

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.

• VDP can be connected to the VDP jacks in the same way.

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 inputs 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

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT

S-VIDEO

OUT IN

S-VIDEO

OUT IN

S-VIDEO

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.

• The AVR-2805/985 is equipped with a function for converting video signals.

• The signal connected to the S-Video signal terminal is output to the composite video and component video monitor out terminals.

• The REC OUT terminals have no conversion function, so when recording only connect the S-Video terminals.

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.

• 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 (SVIDEO 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

Video deck 2

Connect the components’ audio inputs and outputs as described. (See page 7)

VIDEO OUT

CRCB

COMPONENT

VIDEO IN

CRCB

COMPONENT

Connecting the video component equipped with Color Difference (Component - Y, PR/CR, P

B/CB

) 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 outputs 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 Input Mode”. (See page 41)

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 (“CR, CB and Y”, “RY, B-Y and Y”, “Pr, Pb and Y”, etc.). For details, carefully read the operating instructions included with the TV or other component.

NOTE:

Down-converting from the component video signal to the S-Video and composite video signal is not possible, so when not using the component video monitor output terminal connect the player using the S-Video or composite video input terminal.

Cautions on the video conversion function:

When the component video terminals are used to connect the AVR2805/985 with a TV (or monitor, projector, etc.) and the video (yellow) or S video terminals are used to connect the AVR-2805/985 with a VTR, depending on the combination of the TV and VTR the picture may flicker in the horizontal direction, be distorted, be out of sync or not display at all when playing video tapes. If this happens, connect a commercially available video stabilizer, etc., with a TBC (time base corrector) function between the AVR-2805/985 and the VTR, or if your VTR has a TBC function, turn it on.

MONITOR OUT jacks

The AVR-2805/985 is equipped with a function for up-converting video signals. Because of this, the AVR-2805/985’s MONITOR OUT jack can be connected to the monitor (TV) with a set of cables offering a higher quality connection, regardless of how the player and the AVR2805/985’s video input jacks are connected. Generally speaking, connections using the component video jacks offer the highest quality playback, followed by connections using the S-Video jacks, then connections using the regular video jacks (yellow).

(S-Video jack)

(Color Diffrence Video jack)

(Video jack) (Video jack)

(Color Diffrence Video jack)

(S-Video jack)

The Video Conversion Function

With the AVR-2805/985, the Video signal and the S-video signal which were inputted are converted mutually. And also the Video signal and the S-Video signal which were inputted are converted into a higher quality.

This unit’s input jacks This unit’s output jacks

The flow of the this unit’s internal signals.

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.

R L

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 61)

OUTPUT

INPUT

AUX OUT

CONTROL terminal

Perform the following operation before using an external controller connected to the RS--232C terminal:

1. Press the ON/STANDBY button on the main unit and set the unit to the operating mode.

2. Perform the operation to turn off the power from the external control.

3. Check that the product has been set to the standby mode.

After checking the above, check the connections of the external controller. Operation is possible.

Connecting the MULTI ZONE jacks

For instructions on operations using the MULTI ZONE FUNCTIONS. (See page 65 ~ 67)

[1] ZONE 2 preout CONNECTIONS

• If another power amplifier or pre-main (integrated) amplifier or is connected, the ZONE2 preout (variable/fixed level) jacks can be used to play a different program source in ZONE2 the same time. (See page 67)

• The ZONE2 video out is only for the ZONE2.

ZONE2

RC-616 INFRARED RETRANSMITTER

Integrated pre-main amplifier or power amplifier

RC-617INFRARED SENSOR

Extension jacks for future use.

OUTPUT

INPUT

AUX OUT

(L) (

)

[2] ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT and PREOUT CONNECTIONS

• If another power amplifier or pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 output terminals can be used to play a different program source in ZONE2 the same time.

• ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT can be used when “ZONE2” is selected at System Setup Menu “Power Amp Assign”. In this case , Surround Back Speaker OUT cannot be used for MAIN ZONE. (See page 43)

ZONE2

RC-616 INFRARED RETRANSMITTER

RC-617 INFRARED SENSOR

Extension jacks for future use.

NOTE:

• The settings must be changed to use this speaker for ZONE2. (See page 43.)

Integrated pre-main amplifier or power amplifier

SURROUND BACK/ZONE2 SPEAKER SYSTEMS

Connecting the video component equipped with V. AUX jacks

To connect the video signal, connect using a 75 Ω/ohms video signal cable cord.

MASTER VOLUME

R VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUTOPTICALL

R VIDEO OUTL

OUTPUT

LINE OUT

DIGITAL OUT

VIDEO OUT

S-VIDEO OUT

VIDEO OUT

LINE OUT

S-VIDEO OUT

Connecting a Video game component

• Connect the Video game component’s output jacks to this unit’s V. AUX INPUT jacks.

Video game

Video camera

Connecting a video camera component

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

(L) (R)

(L) (

)

(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.

CENTER SPEAKER SYSTEM

FRONT SPEAKER SYSTEMS (A)

• 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/MULTI ZONE SPEAKER SYSTEMS

FRONT SPEAKER SYSTEMS (B)

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 ZONE2 See page 43.

Either tightly twist or terminate the core wires.

SURROUND SPEAKER SYSTEMS

• 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

PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

Front Panel

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

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Power ON/STANDBY switch....................................................(58)

POWER indicator......................................................................(58)

Power switch .....................................................................(58, 85)

Headphone jack (PHONES) ......................................................(63)

INPUT MODE button ...............................................................(59)

ANALOG button .......................................................................(59)

EXT. IN button ....................................................................(59, 61)

PURE DIRECT button...............................................................(62)

FRONT SPEAKER button .........................................................(58)

SURROUND BACK button .......................................................(73)

DIMMER button.......................................................................(64)

STATUS button .........................................................................(64)

V.AUX input jacks .....................................................................(12)

SETUP MIC jack .......................................................................(21)

SURROUND MODE button......................................................(78)

SURROUND PARAMETER button...................................(70 ~ 80)

SELECT knob...........................................(60, 63, 69 ~ 74, 78, 80)

TONE DEFEAT button..............................................................(63)

TONE CONTROL button ....................................................(63, 80)

MASTER VOLUME control ......................................................(60)

MASTER VOLUME indicator....................................................(60)

Display

Remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR) ...........................(48)

FUNCTION knob ........................................(59, 67, 72, 74, 83, 85)

VIDEO SELECT button .............................................................(63)

ZONE2/REC SELECT button ..............................................(64, 67)

TUNING PRESET button ..........................................................(85)

SOURCE button .......................................................................(59)

Display

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INPUT SIGNAL indicator The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal.

INPUT SIGNAL CHANNEL indicator The channels included in the input source will light. This displays bitstream signal channel. This does not light when signals are being input to the ANALOG, EXT.IN or PCM connectors.

Information display This displays the surround mode, function name or setting value, etc.

OUTPUT SIGNAL CHANNEL indicator The audio channels output from this unit will light.

SPEAKER indicator This lights corresponding to the settings of the front speakers.

Decoder indicator This lights when each decoder is operating.

MASTER VOLUME indicator

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

MULTI(ZONE) indicator ZONE2 mode is selected in ZONE2/REC SELECT.

REC OUT SOURCE indicator. REC OUT mode is selected in ZONE2/REC SELECT.

AL24 indicator The AL24 indicator lights when the PURE DIRECT, DIRECT and STEREO mode is selected in the PCM input signal.

INPUT MODE indicator This lights corresponding to the setting of the INPUT mode.

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

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

STEREO indicator This lights when an FM stereo broadcast has been received.

Remote control unit

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

Power buttons ...............................(50 ~ 58)

Master volume control

buttons .............................................(60, 67)

SYSTEM CALL buttons ..........................(54)

SYSTEM buttons ...........................(49 ~ 52)

Input source selector buttons

....(50 ~ 52, 59)

Mode selector

buttons......................(18, 49 ~ 51, 53 ~ 58)

Remote control signal

transmitter..............................................(48)

ZONE 2 buttons .....................................(67)

MUTING button......................................(63)

MODE SELECT button...........................(49)

RETURN button................................(51, 52)

FRONT SPEAKER button .......................(58)

LED (indicator) ...............................(50 ~ 57)

Cursor buttons........................................(18)

SYSTEM SETUP/SETUP

button...............................................(18, 47)

ON SCREEN/DISPLAY button..........(64, 73)

TEST TONE button.................................(68)

USE/LEARN button ..........................(53, 56)

INPUT MODE selector

buttons .............................................(59, 61)

SURROUND BACK button .....................(73)

CH SELECT/ENTER button

...................................................(18, 68, 69)

SURROUND PARAMETER

button ............................................(70 ~ 80)

Surround buttons

............................................(62, 69, ,71, 77)

Tuner system/System

buttons.....................................(67, 83 ~ 85)

ZONE1 (MAIN) buttons ..........................(67)

SETTING UP THE SYSTEM

• Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in “CONNECTIONS” (see pages 6 to 14), make the various settings described below on the monitor screen using the AVR-2805/985’s on-screen display function. These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the AVR-2805/985.

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

Use these to move the cursors the left, right, up and down on the screen

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

Check that the remote control unit set to AMP mode.(TAPE, CDR/MD, CD)

Use the following buttons to set up the system

• Use the following buttons to set up the system.

2. Speaker Setup

Speaker Setup Default settings

Speaker Configuration

Channel Level

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

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

Front Sp.

Large

Center Sp. Surround Sp. Subwoofer

Small SmallYe s

Front L & R Center Surround L & RSubwoofer

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

Back R

Subwoofer

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

Surround Back Sp.

Small / 2spkrs

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)

Surround

Back L

0 dB

Surround

0 dB

Crossover Frequency

Set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass so of the various speaker is to be output from the subwoofer.

80Hz

Subwoofer Mode

This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass signals. LFE

1. Auto Setup/Room EQ

Auto Setup/Room EQ Default settings

Auto Setup

Room EQ Setup

Power Amp

Assignment

This parameter is for optimizing the Room EQ with which the audio signals are produced from the speakers.

Manual EQ Setup

Direct Mode Setup

Set the ON/OFF setting of Room EQ, in the case of the surround mode is in Direct or Pure Direct.

Mic Input Select

Set this to switch the Mic Input jack for use for Mic or V.Aux Lchannel input jack.

Set this to switch the surround back channel’s power amplifier for use for zone2.

Set the Room EQ setting with All or Assign for each surround mode.

SURROUND BACK

All Channel and Frequency=0dB

All

OFF

Mic

(Remote control unit)

Digital In Assignment

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

Input

source

Digital Inputs

CD DVD VDP

DBS V. AUX VCR-1 VCR-2

COAX1 COAX2 OPT1 OFF OPT2 OPT5 OPT3 OFF

CDR/TAPE

OPT4

Auto Surround Mode

Set the Auto surround mode function.

Auto Surround Mode = ON

Audio Delay

Set the audio delay to delay time the sound and synchronize it with the picture.

0 ms

3.Input Setup

Ext. In Subwoofer Level

Set the Ext. In Subwoofer terminal playback level. Subwoofer = +15 dB

This assigns the color difference (component) video input jacks for the different input sources.

Video Input Mode

Set the input signal to be output from the monitor output terminal.

Component In Assign

DVD VDP TV

DBS

VCR-1 VCR-2 V. AUX —

VIDEO1 NONE VIDEO2 VIDEO3 NONE NONE NONE —

—

AUTO

4.Advanced Playback

Input Setup Default settings

Advanced Playback Default settings

Dolby Digital Setup

Turn the audio compression on or off when down-mixing Dolby Digital signals.

OFF

Set this to switch the surround back channel’s power amplifier for use for zone2.

Surround Back

Power AMP Assignment

Muting Level

This sets the amount of attenuation at audio output muting. ---dB(minimum)

5.Option Setup

Option Setup Default settings

Zone2 vol. Level

This sets the output level the zone2 output jacks. This menu is not displayed, when “ZONE2” is selected at Option Setup “Power Amp Assign”.

Variable

On Screen Display

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. A setting to prevent flickering.

On Screen Display = ON / Mode 1

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

F1 ~F8 90.1 MHz

G1 ~G8 90.1 MHz

Setup Lock

Set whether or not to lock the system setup settings so that they cannot be changed.

Setup Lock = OFF

Trigger Out1 Setup

Set the Trigger Out1 output for the each input sources.

PHONO CD TUNER

CDR/TAPE

DVD VDP TV VCR-1

OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ON

VCR-2

DBS

V. A UX

Trigger Out2 Setup

Set the Trigger Out2 output for the each input sources.

PHONO CD TUNER

CDR/TAPE

DVD VDP TV VCR-1

ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ON

VCR-2

DBS

V. A UX

ZONE=MAIN

ZONE=2

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-2805/985’s S-Video and video monitor output jacks and signals are input to the AVR-2805/985 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 49.)

• The AVR-2805/985’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 headphone 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

Check that all the connections are correct, then turn on the main unit’s power. Setup will not be possible when the unit is set to Pure Direct ON, or when the headphones are plugged in. Therefore, please cancel the mode or reverse the condition.

Display the System Setup Menu.

(Remote control unit)

Auto Set/RoomEQ

*System Setup

NOTES:

• The System Setup menu composition is of a layered design that includes the related items below the large table title as contained in the tables of Pages 18 and

19.

• Wherever your position in System Setup, one more press of the System Setup button permits a move to one level higher.

Place the microphone for Auto Setup at the actual listening position which will be at the same height as your ears. Use a tripod or level surface at positioning.

Auto setup/Room EQ

Connect the microphone for Auto Setup to the Setup Mic connector on the front panel of the unit.

The Auto Setup function of this unit performs an analysis of the speaker system and measures the acoustic characteristics of your room to permit an appropriate automatic setting.

When performing Auto Setup, an optional microphone is required for the setup.

2 Measurement and setting details

q : This sets the speaker connection mode, polarity, and bass reproduction ability. w : This sets the optimum delay time from each speaker corresponding to the listening position. e : This sets the volume that is output from each speaker. r : This sets the frequency response of each speaker.

NOTE:

• A loud test tone is output during the measurement. Please consider this should you be planning night time measurements, and consider not allowing small children into the listening room at this time.

Listening position

Setting the Auto Setup / Room EQ

Display the Auto Setup / Room EQ menu.

Select “Auto Setup / Room EQ” at the System Setup Menu.

(Remote control unit)

Auto Set/RoomEQ

*System Setup

(Remote control unit)

Connecting the microphone for Auto Setup

NOTES:

• When using other microphone see page 28.

MODE ANALOG EXT. IN

1-1 Setting the Auto Setup

Check the "Power Amp Assign" setting.

• When “Surround Back" is selected, the test tone during Auto Setup will be output from the Surround Back speaker.

• When “ZONE2” is selected, change the setting to "ZONE2” The test tone during Auto Setup is set so that it will not be output to

ZONE2 (Another room).

Select “Auto Setup” at the Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu.

(Remote control unit)

Auto Setup

*AutoSet/RoomEQ

(Remote control unit)

q Select the Power Amp Assign setting.

w Select “Surround Back” or “ZONE2”.

(Remote control unit)

P.Amp: SB

*Auto Setup

q Select the “Start”.

(Remote control unit)

Start

*Auto Setup

(Remote control unit)

Display the Auto Setup screen.

w Press the Cursor left button.

NOTE:

• When “ZONE2” is selected at System Setup Menu “Power Amp Assign”, surround back speaker is not

displayed as the target of setup in “2-1.Speaker Config.”. The results is reflected in “5-1.Power Amp Assign”.

Start the measurements. Measurement of each channel is performed as follows. Display

Only the front speakers (A) is measured. Even if the front speakers (B) is set, the setting automatically switches to the front speakers (A) once measurements are completed.

Subwoofer speaker is measured twice.

When “ZONE2” is selected, this is not displayed.

After each channel is measured, “Calculating” appears. The display switches to Auto Setup check screen automatically.

FR CSW

SBL

SBR

About automatic retry

Remeasurement starts automatically to receive proper result of measurement. Remeasurement is performed to 2 times, and “Retry1” or “Retry2” is displayed on screen during remeasurement.

About the error message

These error screens will be displayed when performing the measurements of Auto Setup / Room EQ and the automatic measurements can not be completed because of the speaker arrangement, measurement environment, or other factors. Please check the following matters, reset the pertinent items, and measure again. When there is too much noise in the room, the speakers may not be detected properly. Should this happen, perform the measurements when the noise level is low, or switch off the power of the equipment that is producing the noise for the duration of the measurements.

NOTES:

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

• Set the volume to halfway and set the crossover frequency to the maximum or Low pass filter off if your subwoofer speaker can adjust the output volume and the crossover frequency.

q This screen will be displayed when the speakers required for

producing suitable reproduction have not been detected.

• The front L and front R speakers 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 was detected, but the surround speaker was not detected.

Check that the pertinent speakers are properly connected. (see page 13)

w This screen will be displayed when the speaker polarity is

connected in reverse.

e This screen will be displayed when accurate measurements

cannot be made due to the input level to the microphone being too high.

Set up the speakers so that their position is farther away from the listening position. Lower the volume of the subwoofer speaker.

r This screen will be displayed when the measurement microphone

is not connected, or when all of the speakers have not been detected.

Connect the measurement microphone to the microphone connector. Check the speaker connections.

Check the polarity of the pertinent speakers. For some speakers, the screen below may be displayed even though the speakers are properly connected. If so, select “Skip0”.

Check of the measurement results

Select the items. The measurement results of each item can be checked here.

(Remote control unit)

Sp Config.Check

*Auto Setup

Press the ENTER button and display the verification screen.

(Remote control unit)

[Speaker Config. Check] [Delay Time Check] [Channel Level Check]

If the check ends, press the ENTER button again.

(Remote control unit)

Select from the following three items based on the measurement results.

• Set with the checked measurement value.

• Perform the measurement again.

• Cancel the checked measurement value.

Store

*Auto Setup

(Remote control unit)

When the “Store” is selected, all parameters are stored up . When the “Retry” is selected, it measures again.

(Remote control unit)

NOTE:

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

1-2 Setting the Manual EQ Setup

Select “Manual EQ Setup” at the Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu.

(Remote control unit)

Channel : FL

*ManualEQ Setup

Adjust the tone of the various speakers except subwoofer speaker while listening to the sound (music).

Display the Manual EQ Setup screen.

(Remote control unit)

Select the speaker to be set. The display changes as follows.

(Remote control unit)

Select the frequency

(Remote control unit)

Use the cursor left and right buttons to adjust the Gain level.

• Each frequency can be adjusted the range from –6dB to +6dB in 0.5dB step.

(Remote control unit)

Enter the setting. The Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

Manual EQ Setup

*AutoSet/RoomEQ

63Hz : 0.0dB

*ManualEQ Setup

FR C

SBL

SBR

1spkr

When the surround back speaker setting is set to “1spkr” at “Speaker Configuration”, this is set to “SB”.

Flashing

Channel : FL

*ManualEQ Setup

1-3 Setting the Room EQ Setup

Select “Room EQ Setup” at the Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu.

(Remote control unit)

Room EQ Setup

*AutoSet/RoomEQ

Select the setting of an Equalizer that has been set with Auto Setup or Manual EQ.

When the All is selected and press the ENTER button, display the Select the EQ Curve screen. Select the Equalizer setting.

• OFF .........The Equalizer is not used.

• Normal ....Adjust the frequency response of all speaker

suitable for general surround system.

• Flat ..........Adjust the frequency response of all speakers

flat. This is suitable for music reproduction like ITU-R speaker setting.

• Front........Adjusts the characteristics of each speaker to

the characteristics of the front speakers.

• Manual ....Selects the setting value that was set in the

Manual EQ setup

Display the Room EQ Setup screen.

(Remote control unit)

SurMode:ALL

*Room EQ Setup

Select All or Assign.

• All ............The Equalizer to all Surround mode is set as once.

• Assign .....The Equalizer to each surround mode is to set

individually.

(Remote control unit)

RoomEQ Normal

*Room EQ Setup

NOTES:

• The Equalizer setting of Normal, Flat and Front can be selected after performing the Auto

Setup.

• When the speaker set as “None” with the Auto Setup is change to on manually, the

equalizer of “Normal”, “Front” and “Flat” cannot be used.

• The Equalizer setting can be selected by SURROUND PARAMETER button in Main unit or

Remote control unit.

• When headphone is connected, the Room EQ cannot be used.

Enter the setting. The Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

1-4 Setting the Direct Mode

Select “Direct Mode Setup” at the Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu.

(Remote control unit)

Direct Mode

*AutoSet/RoomEQ

Perform the ON/OFF setting of Room EQ when the surround mode is Direct or Pure Direct.

Display the Direct Mode Setup screen.

(Remote control unit)

Select ON or OFF.

(Remote control unit)

Enter the setting . The Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

Room EQ : OFF

*Direct Mode

1-5 Setting the MIC Input Select

Select “Mic Input Select” at the Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu.

(Remote control unit)

Mic In Select

*AutoSet/RoomEQ

• Use this setting when using a microphone other than the included one for measurements when performing the auto setup procedure.

• The microphone included with the AVR-2805 is a measurement microphone designed specifically for use during the auto setup procedure.

Select “Mic” and connect the included microphone to the “SETUP MIC” mini-jack. When conducting the auto setup procedure using a separate high performance condenser microphone for measurements, select “V.AUX L” and connect the microphone to the “V.AUX Lch” pin jack.

Please ask the DENON Authorized Service Center about the usable microphone other than the option setup.

Display the Mic Input Select screen.

(Remote control unit)

Select the Mic input jack or V.AUX L jack.

(Remote control unit)

Enter the setting. The Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

1-6 Check the EQ parameter

Select “EQ Parameter Check” at the Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu.

(Remote control unit)

• The frequency characteristic of each speaker is rectified and the tone of the speaker is unified. The EQ parameters that were set in Auto Setup can be checked. This item is automatically displayed, after the measurement result of the “Auto Setup / Room EQ” is decided.

Display the EQ Parameter Check screen.

(Remote control unit)

Mic

*Mic In Select

Parameter Check

*AutoSet/RoomEQ

1:Normal

*ParameterCheck

Setting the Speaker Setup

Select “Speaker Setup” at the System Setup Menu .

Display the Speaker Setup Menu screen.

Speaker Setup

*System Setup

(Remote control unit)

If the check ends, select “Exit” and press the ENTER button. The Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu reappears.

Select “Exit” and press the ENTER button at the Auto Setup / Room EQ Menu screen. The System Setup Menu reappears.

(Remote control unit)

Select the Equalizer curve.

(Remote control unit)

Display the parameter screen.

(Remote control unit)

Select the speaker channel.

• Cross over Frequency and Subwoofer Mode Setup is not displayed when not using a subwoofer.

Enter the Setting.

(Remote control unit)

2-1

Setting the type of speakers

• The composition of the signals output to each channels and the frequency response are adjusted automatically according to the combination of speakers actually being used.

Select “Speaker Config.” at the Speaker Setup Menu.

Display the speaker config. screen as below.

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

q Select the speaker

w Select the parameter

ENTER the setting. The Speaker Setup Menu reappears.

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 the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency) 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.

(Remote control unit)

Speaker Config.

*Speaker Setup

(Remote control unit)

FrontSp: Large

*Speaker Config

(Remote control unit)

• 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.

None……............Select this when no speakers are installed.

Yes/No….............Select “Yes ” when a subwoofer is installed, “No” when a subwoofer is not installed.

2spkrs/1spkr .......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.

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