Denon AVR-987 User Manual

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AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-987

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION:

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

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

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

WARNING:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

indicates a need for service.

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

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

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

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

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FIGURE A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

2 NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION

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

• Eviter des températures élevées. Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur suffisante lors de l’installation sur une étagère.

• 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 apparatus free from moisture, water, and dust.

•Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau et la poussière.

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

• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation lorsque l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant de longues périodes.

* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)

• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.

• Do not let foreign objects into the apparatus.

• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans l’appareil.

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

• Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides, du benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.

• Never disassemble or modify the apparatus in any way.

• Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil d’une manière ou d’une autre.

FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)

1. PRODUCT

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

2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT

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

3. NOTE

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

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

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

This Class B apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB003 du Canada.

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We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-987.

To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-987 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”

MEMO

Getting Started

Contents

Getting Started

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-987 AV Surround Receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources. As this product is provided with an immense array of features, we recommend that before you begin hookup and operation that you review the contents of this manual before proceeding.

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

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

Easy to setup flow ··································································6 Speaker layout [Basic layout] ················································6 Speaker connections ······························································7 Connecting a DVD player and monitor·································8 Auto Setup/Room Equalizer (Room EQ) Functions ············9

q Connecting a microphone ··················································9 w Before performing the Auto Setup procedure·················10 e Perform the Auto Setup procedure ·································10 r Assigning power amplifiers ·············································10 t Switching the front speaker·············································10 y Preliminary measurements ··············································11 u Speaker measurements···················································11 i Checking and storing the measurement results··············12

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

Cable indications···································································13 The video conversion function ············································14

Relationship between the video input signal and monitor output according to the video convert settings··············································14, 15

Playing the input source ······················································23

Selecting the room equalizer mode ····································24 Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)·······················24 Listening over headphones ··················································24 Switching the front speakers ··············································24 Checking the currently playing program source, etc.···········24 Switching the brightness of the display ·······························24

Basic Operation

Getting Started

Easy Setup Procedure

Connecting Other Sources

Night mode············································································38 User mode function ······························································38 Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image (VIDEO SELECT function)············38 Personal memory plus function ··········································38 Playing the iPod ····································································39

Listening to music ································································39 Viewing still pictures and videos (only for iPods equipped with the slideshow / video function) ····················39 Disconnecting the iPod·························································39

Multi zone music entertainment system

Multi-zone playback using the ZONE2 output terminals······40 Multi-zone playback using the SPEAKER terminals ············40 Outputting a program source to amplifier, etc., in the ZONE2 room (ZONE2 SELECT mode) ·······················41 Remote control unit operations during multi-source playback················································41

Recording (audio and/or video)···········································42 About the memory functions ··············································42 Initialization of the microprocessor ····································42

The analog video to HDMI conversion function ················15 Connecting equipment with HDMI terminals [To convert analog video signals to HDMI signals] ···········16 Connecting a TV tuner ·························································16 Connecting a DBS tuner·······················································16 Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals··········17 Connecting a video camera or video game···························17 Connecting a CD player························································17 Connecting a turntable·························································17 Connecting a DVD recorder ·················································18 Connecting a VCR ·································································18 Connecting a tape deck························································18 Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder·························19 Connecting equipment with HDMI terminals ····················19 Connecting the antenna terminals······································20 Connecting the XM terminal ···············································20 Connecting the iPod ····························································21 Connecting the RS-232C terminal ·······································21 Connecting the TRIGGER OUT jacks ··································21 Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals

ZONE2 out connections ·······················································21 ZONE2 speaker out connections··········································22

Connecting the PRE OUT terminals····································22 Connecting the power supply cord·····································22

Using the surround modes

Types of surround modes and their features·······················25 Selecting the play mode (PURE DIRECT / DIRECT / STEREO)····································25 Selecting the Dolby Digital and DTS Surround mode (only with digital input) ···················································26, 27 Selecting the Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Pro Logic II) mode ·········27 Selecting the DTS NEO:6 mode···········································28 Checking the input signals ···················································28 Surround modes and parameters ································29 ~ 31

Using the DENON original surround modes

Types of surround modes and their features·······················32 Selecting the DSP surround simulation································33 Setting the tone control························································34 Adjusting the speaker volume··············································34 Using the fader function·······················································35

Listening to the radio

Auto tuning ···········································································35 Manual tuning·······································································35 Preset memory·····································································35 Checking the preset stations················································36 Recalling preset stations ······················································36

XM Satellite Radio ································································36

Checking the XM signal strength and Radio ID ···················37 Channel selection ·································································37 Category search····································································37

Advanced Operation

Getting Started Getting Started

System setup items and default values·····················43 ~ 45 Navigating through the System Setup Menu····················46 About the display··································································46 Audio Input Setup

Setting the Digital In Assignment·········································47 Setting the EXT. IN Subwoofer Level ··································47 Setting the iPod Assignment ···············································47 Setting the Input Function Level ··········································48 Setting the Function Rename···············································48 Setting the Tuner Presets···············································48, 49

Video Setup

Setting the HDMI In Assignment···································49, 50 Setting the Component In Assignment································50 Setting the Video Convert ····················································50 Setting the HDMI Out Setup················································51 Setting the Audio Delay························································51 Setting the On Screen Display (OSD) ··································52

Advanced Playback

Setting the 2ch Direct/Stereo···············································52 Setting the Dolby Digital Downmix Option Setup················53 Setting the Auto Surround Mode ·········································53 Setting the Manual Equalizer Setup ······························53, 54

Option Setup

Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment·····························54 Setting the Volume Control ··················································55 Setting the Trigger Out ·························································55 Setting the Setup Lock·························································56

Speaker Setup

Setting the Speaker Configuration ·································56, 57 Setting the Subwoofer Setup···············································57 Setting the Distance·······················································57, 58 Setting the Channel Level ··············································58, 59 Setting the Crossover Frequency·········································59

Others Setup

Setting the Room Equalizer Setup ·······································60 Setting the Direct Mode Setup ············································60 Setting the MIC Input Select················································61 Check the parameter····························································61

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

69, 70

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

66 ~ 68

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

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

Operating DENON audio components································62 Setting the preset memory function ··································62 Operating a component stored in the preset memory····63, 64 Setting the punch through function ···································65

Advanced Setup – Part 2

Advanced Setup – Part 1 Operating the remote control unit

Getting Started Getting Started

Before using

Pay attention to the following before using this unit:

• Moving the unit

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

•Before turning the power switch on

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

• Store these instructions in a safe place.

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

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

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

About the remote control unit

In addition to controlling the AVR-987, the attached remote control unit (RC-1051) can also be used to control the following products:

q DENON component products w Component products other than DENON:

• Set using the preset memory function ( page 62, 63).

Cautions on installation

Wall

Note

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

Inserting the batteries

q Remove the remote control

unit’s rear cover.

w Set 2 R6P/AA batteries in

the battery compartment in the indicated direction.

e Put the rear cover back on.

Notes on batteries:

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

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

•To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:

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

•Do not use two different types of batteries.

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

batteries in flames.

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

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

•When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready and insert them as quickly as possible.

Accessories

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

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

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

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

r Power supply cord (Approx.7-31/64 ft / 1.9 m).................1

t Remote control unit (RC-1051) .........................................1

y R6P/AA batteries ..............................................................2

u AM loop antenna ..............................................................1

i FM indoor antenna............................................................1

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

rty

uio

Operating range of the remote control unit

30°

Approx. 23 feet/7 m

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

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

NOTE:

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

remote sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light.

Getting Started Getting Started

Display

Input signal indicator

Input signal channel indicator

• The audio channel(s) included in the input signal light(s).

• This lights when the digital signal is inputted.

Information display

Output signal channel indicator

The audio channels that can be output light.

Speaker indicator

This lights corresponding to the settings of the surround speakers of the various surround modes.

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 indicator

REC OUT mode is selected in ZONE2/REC SELECT.

AL24 indicator

This lights when the following mode is selected while inputting digital (PCM) signals. PURE DIRECT / DIRECT / STEREO / MULTI CH PURE DIRECT / MULTI CH DIRECT / MULTI CH IN

Input mode indicator

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.

Part names and functions

Front panel

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

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

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

Power switch········································(10)

Headphones jack (PHONES) ···············(25)

V.AUX INPUT terminals ······················(17)

SETUP MIC jack ·····································(9)

USER MODE buttons···························(38)

MASTER VOLUME control knob ········(23)

Master volume indicator

Display

MultEQ XT indicator····························(24)

NIGHT indicator ···································(38)

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

FUNCTION knob···································(23)

SOURCE button ···································(23)

TUNING PRESET button ·····················(36)

ZONE2/REC SELECT button ·········(41, 42)

VIDEO SELECT button·························(38)

!9 NIGHT button ·······································(38) @0 PURE DIRECT button ···························(25) @1

DIRECT/STEREO button······················(25)

STANDARD button ······························(26)

7CH STEREO button ····························(33)

DSP SIMULATION button ···················(33)

CH SELECT/ENTER button ···········(10, 34)

SURROUND PARAMETER button ······(26)

TONE DEFEAT button··························(34)

DIMMER button ···································(24)

STATUS button ····································(24)

ROOM EQ button·································(24)

SURROUND BACK button ··················(26)

Cursor (DD, HH, FF, GG) buttons ···············(10)

SYSTEM SETUP button ······················(10)

EXT. IN button ······································(23)

ANALOG button···································(23)

INPUT MODE button ···························(23)

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Remote control unitRear panel

DIGITAL terminals

(Optical/Coaxial) ·······································(8)

AUDIO terminals ····································(8)

PRE OUT terminals ······························(22)

SIGNAL GND terminal·························(17)

TRIGGER OUT jacks·····························(21)

Speaker terminals··································(7)

AC outlets ·············································(22)

AC inlet ·················································(22)

COMPONENT VIDEO terminals············(8)

VIDEO/S-VIDEO terminals ····················(8)

REMOTE CONTROL jacks····················(21)

RS-232C terminal ·································(21)

EXT. IN terminals ·································(17)

HDMI MONITOR terminals··················(19)

ANTENNA terminals····························(20)

DOCK CONTROL jack ··························(21)

XM terminal··········································(20)

To operate the AVR-987, use the mode selector switches to select “TAPE” “CD-R/MD” or “CD”, mode.

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Front

Tuner system/System buttons·······················(35)

Function buttons

····································(23)

System buttons

····································(64)

Master volume control buttons·······················(23)

CH SELECT/ENTER button···················(10, 34)

USER MODE buttons

····································(38)

ON SCREEN/DISPLAY button···················(24, 64)

Indicator

····································(62)

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

Power buttons

····································(10)

MUTING button

····································(24)

V.SELECT/SETUP button·························(64)

MODE selector switches ·····················(63)

NIGHT/AUDIO button

····································(38)

Cursor buttons

····································(10)

Room EQ/RETURN button·························(24)

SPEAKER/MENU button

····································(24)

Getting Started

Speaker layout [Basic layout]

Example of basic layout with 8 speakers and a monitor.

Subwoofer Center speaker

Surround speaker

Surround back speaker

Front speaker

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

• This section contains the basic steps necessary to configure the AVR-987 according to your listening room environment and the source equipment and loudspeakers you are using.

•To set the sound field manually, see pages 56 ~59.

Easy to setup flow

Easy Setup Procedure

Placing the speakers.

Connecting the

speakers.

Connecting a monitor

and a DVD player.

Starting the Auto

Setup.

Playing a DVD with

surround sound.

Auto setup flow

1) Speaker Configuration

2) Distance

3) Channel Level

4) Crossover Frequency

5) Room Equalizer

1) Measuring the background noise (noise in the room)

2) Determining whether or not speakers are connected

3) Checking the polarities of the speakers

Connecting a microphone.

Preliminary measurement.

Measurement of the speakers

in the listening position.

Speaker measurement check

and storage in memory.

Rear

Tuner system/System buttons·······················(35)

ZOOM2 buttons

···································(41)

ZOOM1 (MAIN) buttons

···································(41)

Surround buttons

···································(25)

Cursor buttons

···································(10)

Function/Number buttons

·····························(23, 64)

TEST TONE/DISPLAY button·························(56)

SURRONUD PARAMETER/ AUDIO button ··········(23)

INPUT MODE/RETURN button ·······················(23)

SYSTEM SETUP/SETUP buttons······················(10)

ENTER button

·····························(10, 34)

NOTE:

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

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ImpedanceSpeaker

Easy Setup Procedure Easy Setup Procedure

Connecting the speaker cables

2 Connections

•With the AVR-987, up to 10 speakers can be connected for surround playback.

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

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

Connection terminal for subwoofer with built-in amplifier.

Speaker connections

Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that like polarities are matched (<with <, >with >).

2 Speaker impedance

Note on speaker impedance

When using speakers with an impedance below the designated value (for example 4 Ω/ohms), playing for long periods of time with the volume high could cause the temperature to rise, activating the protection circuit. When the protection circuit is activated, the output to the speakers is cut off and the power indicator blinks. If this happens, unplug the power cord, wait for the set to cool off and improve ventilation around the unit. Also check the wiring of the input cables and the speaker cables. After doing this, plug the power cord back in and turn the unit’s power back on. If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around the unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON service center.

NOTE: When making connections, take care that none of the individual conductors of the speaker cable come in contact with adjacent terminals, with other speaker cable conductors, or with the rear panel and screws. NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is on. Doing so could result in electric shocks.

1. Loosen by turning counterclockwise.

Either tightly twist or terminate the

core wires.

2. Insert the cable.

3. Tighten by turning clockwise.

Front speaker

(B)

Surround speaker

Front speaker

(A)

Subwoofer

Surround back speaker

Center speaker

6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms

Center

Surround

Surround back

6 ~ 16 Ω/ohmsFront A, B

8 ~ 16 Ω/ohmsFront A+B

Connecting banana plugs

Turn clockwise to tighten, then insert the banana plug.

Easy Setup Procedure Easy Setup Procedure

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

Connecting a DVD player and monitor

•To connect the video output from the DVD player to the AVR-987, you only need to choose one connection type. For more information about the video up conversion function ( page 14, 15).

•To connect the digital audio output from the DVD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 47).

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

• The AVR-987 is equipped with another set of input terminals for a non-DVD video disc player (such as laser disc, VCD/SVCD, or future high definition disc player). The above connection guidelines for DVD also apply to the VDP input.

• The AVR-987 is equipped with HDMI terminals, so it can be connected to a DVD player or monitor using an HDMI cable.

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

• The COMPONENT MONITOR OUT-1 and the COMPONENT MONITOR OUT-2 can be used simultaneously.

• Audio signals are only output from the HDMI monitor out terminal when audio signals are input to the HDMI input terminal.

• When connecting the AVR-987 and DVD player using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVR-987 and monitor using an HDMI cable ( page 19).

DVD player

S VIDEO

OUT

COAXIAL

OUT

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

OPTICAL

OUT

HDMI

OUT

Monitor

S VIDEO

VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

HDMI

Easy Setup Procedure Easy Setup Procedure

Auto Setup/Room Equalizer (Room EQ) Functions

• The AVR-987’s auto setup and room equalizer functions use the attached microphone to measure the acoustic properties in the room and automatically make the optimum settings.

• The optimum listening environment at all listening positions in the home theater is achieved so multiple listeners can enjoy listening at the same time. As shown in Example q, as you make the measurements, move the microphone successively to the different positions in which the members of the family sit within the listening area surrounded by the speakers. For best results, make the measurements at 6 locations. Even if the home theater is only used by a small number of people, as in Example w, more effective equalization can be achieved by taking the measurements in the area around the listening position.

• When the auto setup procedure is performed, one of the following 3 correction curves can be selected for the room equalizer function.

Audyssey:

The frequency response of all the speakers is adjusted to achieve the optimum environment for the room’s acoustics.

Front:

This adjusts the characteristics of each speaker to the characteristics of the front speakers.

Flat:

This the frequency response of all speakers flat. This mode is optimum for playing multi-channel signal music.

2 About the main listening position (*M)

The “main listening position” refers to either the center of the listening position or the position in which the user sits when using the system alone. The distance to the speakers is measured from this position.

•To make the sound field settings manually, see pages 56 ~ 59.

Example: q

Example: w

ENTER

H F

[OFF]

[ON]

SYSTEM SETUP

D H F G

<POWER> ENTER <SETUP MIC>

( : Measurement positions)

q Connecting a microphone

Connect the attached setup microphone to

SETUP MIC

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

Microphone

NOTE:

• Once the settings are completed, disconnect the setup microphone.

Place the setup microphone’s sound receptor at the height of the ears in the listening position. Be sure that at the beginning, the measurement is started with the microphone set up at the main listening position. It is not possible to measure properly if there are any obstacles between the speakers and microphone. Check that there are no obstacles.

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit []: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

Sound receptor

D H F G

SYSTEM

SETUP

ENTER

Easy Setup Procedure Easy Setup Procedure

Press

ON/STANDBY

or [ON].

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

Press

POWER

£ OFF:

The power turns off and the indicator is off.

¢ ON:

The power indicator lights red.

Turn on your subwoofer.

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

Turn on your monitor.

w Before performing the Auto Setup

procedure

2 3

e Perform the Auto Setup procedure

Press

DD HH

to select “Auto Setup / Room EQ”,

then press ENTER.

Press SYSTEM SETUP.

Press

DD HH

to select “Auto Setup”, then press

ENTER.

The message “Connect Microphone” is displayed if no microphone is connected. If so, connect the auto setup microphone.

1 2

• “System Setup Menu” is not displayed when using headphones.

r Assigning power amplifiers

Press

DD HH

to select “Power Amp Assign”, then press

FF GG

to set.

The surround back output can be assigned to the “Front” or “ZONE2” output.

Front A, Front B:

Assign to use the “Front A” (or “Front B”) speakers with biamp connections.

Surround Back:

Assign to use as surround back speaker.

When assigned to “Front”, skip the surround back channel measurement. During the auto setup procedure, test tones are not output to “ZONE2”.

ZONE2:

Assign to use as “ZONE2” speakers.

t Switching the front speaker

Press

DD HH

to select “Front Sp”, then press

FF GG

select the speaker.

Front A

Front A+B

Front B

(After completion of

measurement for first point)

(After measurement

completed)

Easy Setup Procedure Easy Setup Procedure

y Preliminary measurements

This procedure is used to automatically determine the background noise, whether or not speakers are connected, and the polarities of the connected speakers.

Press

DD HH

to select “Start”, then press FF.

• The preliminary measurements start.

• If the results are not as expected or if an error message is displayed, select “Retry” and perform the measurements again ( page 12).

• If the results of remeasurement are still not as expected or if an error message is displayed, turn off the power switch and check the speaker connections. Then start the measurements again from the beginning.

Press ENTER again.

Cautions during measurements:

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

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

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

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

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

u Speaker measurements

Press

DD HH

to select “OK Start”, then press FF.

•Measurements for the first point start.

With these measurements, the “Speaker Configuration”, “Distance”, “Channel Level”, “Crossover Frequency” and “Room EQ” settings are analyzed automatically. The main listening position is measured first, so leave the microphone where it is.

Perform step 2 repeatedly.

Measurements can be ended when there are 6 or less measurement locations; however, to obtain better results, measurements at 6 locations is recommended.

Press

DD HH

to select “Calculate”, then press FF.

• The speaker is analyzed.

Once the calculations are completed, a screen for confirming the results of the measurements appears. The amount of time required for the analysis depends on the number of speakers and the number of measuring points. The greater the number of speakers and measuring points, the longer the time required.

Move the microphone to the second point and press FF.

•Measurements for the second point start.

Once the measurements are finished, the results of the measurements for the second point are displayed.

NOTE:

• Do not change the speaker connections or subwoofer volume after making the measurements.

Press

DD HH

to select “Speaker Detect Check”, then

press ENTER.

(Press ENTER.)

(Screen after initial measurement)

Measures

Cause

Example

Easy Setup Procedure Easy Setup Procedure

i Checking and storing the measurement

results

Press

DD HH

to select the item, then press ENTER.

Press ENTER to switch to the second screen.

The measurement results displayed at “u Speaker measurements” can be checked and stored in the memory.

Store:

All the settings are stored in the memory.

After checking, press ENTER, then press

DD HH

set.

When “Store” is selected: Press FF.

• After the data is stored, the “Auto Setup / Room EQ” screen appears automatically.

Cancel:

Cancel the auto setup settings.

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

NOTE:

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

q The speakers required for producing suitable

reproduction have not been detected.

If multiple errors occur, press

FF GG

to check the

contents.

• Check that the pertinent speakers are properly connected.

w The speaker polarity is connected in reverse.

If multiple errors occur, press

FF GG

to check the

contents.

• Check the polarity of the pertinent speakers.

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

”.

e There is too much ambient noise in the room and the

measurements cannot be made accurately.

r The sound level that is output from the speakers and/or

subwoofer is too low.

• Either turn off the power of the device that generated the noise during the measurements or move the device away.

•Try again at a time when it is quieter.

• Check the placement and orientation of the loudspeakers.

• Adjust the subwoofer’s output level.

t The measurement microphone is not connected, or all

of speakers have not been detected.

• Connect the attached setup microphone to

SETUP MIC>.

• Check the speaker connection.

Error messages

An error message is displayed if the measurements could not be completed automatically due to the speaker layout, the measuring environment, etc. Please check the following matters, reset the pertinent items, and measure again. Be sure to turn off the AVR-987’s power before checking the speaker connections.

Connecting Other Sources

Cable indications

Signal direction

Audio and Video cable

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

Video cableAudio cable

NOTE:

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

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

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

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

Analog terminal (Stereo)

(Orange)

Pin-plug cable

Analog terminal (Monaural, for subwoofer)

Pin-plug cable

Digital terminal (Coaxial)

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

(Yellow)

Digital terminal (Optical)

Optical cable (Optical fiber cable)

Speaker terminal

Speaker cable

Video terminal

HDMI terminal

HDMI cable

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

S-Video terminal

S-Video cable

Audio signal

Video signal

(White)

(Red)

Component video terminal

Component video cable

(Y)

B/CB)

(PR/CR)

(Green)

(Blue)

(Red)

IN OUT OUT IN

Connecting Other Sources

VIDEOS-VIDEOCOMPONENTHDMI

MONITOR OUT

VIDEOS-VIDEOCOMPONENTHDMI

Input signals

Video convert

Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

• Even if the formats of the video signals from the various players differ, the different formats can be converted and the signals output to the monitor from a single video output terminal. We recommend outputting with the format offering the highest quality video signals possible.

•With analog video signal connections, generally quality is higher in the order shown below.

The flow of the video signals.

This unit’s input

terminals

This unit’s output

terminals

: only MAIN ZONE 480i/576i

(Component Video

terminals)

(Component Video

terminals)

(S-Video terminal)

(Video terminal)

The video conversion function

(HDMI terminal)

(HDMI

terminal)

(S-Video terminal)

(Video terminal)

✳3

S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

COMPONENT COMPONENT

COMPONENT ✳1 COMPONENT ✳1

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2

S-VIDEO

COMPONENT ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2

EE EE EE EE

(1080p)

(480i/576i)

EE EE EE CC CC EE CC CC EE EE

(480p ~ 720p)

EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

COMPONENT

EE EE

VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

EE EE

COMPONENT

EE EE

COMPONENT COMPONENT

(1080p)

(480p ~ 720p)

(480i/576i)

(480p ~ 720p)

EE CC EE CC EE CC

(1080p)

CC EE CC EE

EE EE EE EE EE

COMPONENT ✳1 COMPONENT ✳1 COMPONENT ✳1

COMPONENT ✳2

VIDEO VIDEO

VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO

COMPONENT ✳2

S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

VIDEO

(480i/576i)

(1080p)

(480p ~ 720p)

CC EE CC CC CC CC

(480i/576i)

CC CC EE EE

EE EE

EECC

COMPONENT ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2

S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

COMPONENT ✳2

S-VIDEO

EE EE

HDMI

EE EE

(480i/576i)

EE CC CC EE CC CC

(Other than 480i/576i)

EE EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC

VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

COMPONENT

VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

COMPONENT

EE EE

COMPONENT COMPONENT

HDMI ✳1 HDMI ✳2 HDMI ✳2

HDMI HDMI

(480p ~ 720p)

(480i/576i)

(Other than 480i/576i)

CC EE CC CC EE

(480i/576i)

CC EE CC CC

CC CC CC CC CC

COMPONENT ✳1 COMPONENT ✳1 COMPONENT ✳1 COMPONENT ✳2

COMPONENT ✳2

✳3

VIDEO

COMPONENT VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

COMPONENT ✳2

S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

HDMI ✳1

HDMI ✳1 HDMI ✳2 HDMI ✳2 HDMI ✳2

(480i/576i)

COMPONENT ✳2

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

HDMI ✳2

Relationship between the video input signal and monitor output according to the video convert settings

(1080p)

: Not output

✳1:On screen display superimposed on video signal and

output.

✳2:On screen display superimposed on S-Video signal

and output.

✳3:Video signals are output when the “Analog to HDMI

convert” is set to “OFF”.

COMPONENT : On screen display only displayed for SYSTEM SETUP,

SURROUND PARAMETER and ON SCREEN buttons.

HDMI : The on screen display is displayed when the “Analog

to HDMI convert” is set to “ON”.

:Video signals are not output when the “Analog to

HDMI convert” is set to “OFF”.

: Signal input

: No signal

480p ~ 720p : 480p/576p/1080i/720p

•

The MAIN ZONE video conversion function is compatible with the following format: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-N, PAL-M and PAL-60.

• When SECAM signals of video input are up-converted, the signals are

output in PAL format from the S-Video terminal.

• When the input signal is a component 480p, 576p,1080i or 720p signal,

the signal up-converted to HDMI is output with that resolution.

• When the input signal is a video, S-Video or component 480i or 576i

signals, the signal up-converted to HDMI is output according to the setting made at “i/p Convert” under “HDMI Out Setup” ( page 51).

• Signals up-converted to HDMI are output to the HDMI monitor with the

resolution at which they are input. Note that resolutions of 1080p are not handled.

VIDEOS-VIDEOHDMI COMPONENT

MONITOR OUT

VIDEOS-VIDEOCOMPONENTHDMI

Input signals

S-VIDEO

MONITOR OUT

Video convert

Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

2 On screen display for component video outputs

and HDMI output

• When viewing component video signals or HDMI signals via the AVR-987, the on screen display is displayed on the monitor when the “System Setup” operations are performed and when the remote control unit’s ON SCREEN button is operated.

• When only component video signals are input to the AVR-987, the characters of the on screen display are not displayed over the picture.

• The AVR-987’s video up-conversion function lets you output analog video input signals (component – 480i/576i, 480p/576p, 1080i or 720p; S-Video and composite video – 480i/576i) to the HDMI monitor output terminal.

• On the AVR-987, it is possible to convert 480i/576i component video, S-Video and composite video input signals to 480p/576p format and output them from the HDMI monitor output terminal.

• The resolutions with which the monitor is compatible can be checked using the STATUS button on the main unit or the ON SCREEN button on the remote control unit.

• It is not possible to down-convert from HDMI input signals to the component, S-Video or composite video monitor output terminals.

• If you do not want to use the function for converting analog video signals to HDMI signals, select “OFF” for “Analog to HDMI Convert” at “Setting the HDMI Out Setup”( page

51).

•Video down conversion to the MAIN ZONE’s monitor output is only possible when the component video input resolution is 480i (interlaced standard definition video – NTSC format, for North America) or 576i (interlaced standard definition video – PAL format, for Europe and other countries).

•To set the video conversion function for the MAIN ZONE to “OFF” ( page 50).

The analog video to HDMI conversion function

OFF

– –

EE EE

EE EE EE

EE EE

HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI HDMI

EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE CC CC EE CC CC CC CC

CC EE EE

EE CC

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE

COMPONENT ✳1

EE EE EE

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO ✳2

– VIDEO

COMPONENT

EE EE EE

VIDEO

CC CC CC

CC EE CC CC CC

EE EE EE

EE CC

EE EE

EE CC CC

COMPONENT ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2 COMPONENT ✳1

S-VIDEO

VIDEO ✳2

– VIDEO

EE EE EE

VIDEO

EE EE EE

CC EE CC CC CC CC

CC EE EE

CC CC CC CC

EE EE EE

S-VIDEO

VIDEO ✳2

– VIDEO

COMPONENT

EE EE

–

Used

Not used

– – –

Used

Not used

– –

Used

Not used

–

HDMI

HDMI HDMI

EE CC CC EE CC CC

CC CC CC

CC CC CC CC

COMPONENT ✳1 COMPONENT ✳2 COMPONENT ✳2

VIDEO

S-VIDEO

VIDEO ✳2

COMPONENT ✳1

– VIDEO

– –

Used

Not used

HDMI

: Not output

✳1:On screen display superimposed on video

signal and output.

✳2:On screen display superimposed on S-Video

signal and output.

COMPONENT : On screen display only displayed for SYSTEM

SETUP, SURROUND PARAMETER and ON SCREEN buttons.

HDMI : The on screen display is displayed when the

“Analog to HDMI convert” is set to “ON”.

: Signal input

: No signal

Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

Connecting equipment with HDMI terminals [To convert analog video signals to HDMI signals]

• The AVR-987 is equipped with a function for converting analog video signals into HDMI signals. You can do this by either a component or a video or a S-Video connection.

•Audio signals are not output from the HDMI monitor output terminal, so also make analog or digital audio connections. To play sound using digital audio connections, assign the digital terminal (coaxial or optical) at “Setting the Digital In Assignment” ( page 47).

Connecting a TV tuner

• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your TV tuner. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided if your TV tuner does not have component video inputs.

•To connect the digital audio output from the TV tuner, you can choose from either the coaxial or the optical connections. If you choose to use the coaxial or the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 47).

Connecting a DBS tuner

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

•To connect the digital audio output from the DBS tuner, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to use the coaxial connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 47).

• When “OFF” is set at “i/p Convert” under “Setting the HDMI Out Setup”, use a monitor compatible with input resolutions of 480i/576i.

• If your monitor is not equipped with an HDMI terminal, connect the AVR-987 to the monitor using the component video, S-Video, or composite video terminals.

HDMI

DVD player

Monitor

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

S VIDEO

OUT

OPTICAL

OUT

COAXIAL

OUT

TV tuner

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

S VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

DBS / BS Tuner

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

S VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

OPTICAL

OUT

Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

Connecting a video camera or video game

Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals

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

• The video signal connection is the same as that for a DVD player ( page 8).

• For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals ( page 23).

•With discs on which special copyright protection measures have been taken, however, the digital signals may not be output from the DVD player. In this case, connect the DVD player’s analog multi-channel output to the AVR-987’s EXT. IN terminals for playback. Also refer to your DVD player’s operating instructions.

NOTE:

• If humming or other noise is generated when the ground wire is connected to the SIGNAL GND terminal, disconnect the ground wire.

Connecting a turntable

Connecting a CD player

To connect the digital audio output from the CD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 47).

• The phono input can accept signals from moving magnet (MM) and high output moving coil (MC) phono cartridges. If your turntable is equipped with a low output MC cartridge, you will need to use a separate MC head amplifier or step-up MC transformer.

DVD Audio-Video /

Super Audio CD Player /

External decoder

7.1ch AUDIO OUT

FRONT

CENTER

CD player

AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL

OUT

COAXIAL

OUT

SURROUND

BACK

SURROUND

SUB-

WOOFER

Video camera /

Video game

AUDIO OUT

OPTICAL

S VIDEO

VIDEO

OUT

Turntable

(MM cartridge)

AUDIO OUT

GND

Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

Connecting a DVD recorder

• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your DVD recorder. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided. If you choose to use the component video connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Component Input Assignment ( page 50).

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

NOTE:

• Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 3 OUT terminal on

the AVR-987’s rear panel to any terminal other than the OPTICAL 3 IN terminal.

Connecting a VCR

There are 2 sets of video deck (VCR) terminals, so 2 video decks can be connected for simultaneous recording or video copying.

• When recording to a VCR, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source equipment be the same type that is connected to the AVR-987 VCR-1 (to 2) OUTPUT terminal.

Example: VCR-2 IN → S-Video cable : VCR-2 OUT → S-Video cable

VCR-2 IN → Video cable : VCR-2 OUT → Video cable

•When recording to a DVD recorder, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source equipment be the same type that is connected to the AVR-987 VCR-1 (to 2) OUTPUT terminal.

Example: VCR-1 IN → S-Video cable : VCR-1 OUT → S-Video cable

VCR-1 IN → Video cable : VCR-1 OUT → Video cable

Connecting a tape deck

DVD recorder

S VIDEO

OUT

S VIDEO

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OPTICAL

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Video deck

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO

S VIDEO

OUT

S VIDEO

VIDEO

OUT

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

Tape deck

Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder

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

NOTE:

• Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 4 OUT terminal on

the AVR-987’s rear panel to any terminal other than the OPTICAL 4 IN terminal.

Connecting equipment with HDMI terminals

•A simple 1-cable connection (using a commercially available cable) with a device having an HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) terminal allows digital transfer of the digital images of DVDVideo and other sources, and the multi-channel sound of DVD-Audio and DVD-Video.

•To provide audio output from AVR-987’s audio output terminal, select “Amp” at the “HDMI In Assign”. To provide audio output from the TV, select “TV” at the “HDMI In Assign” ( page 49, 50).

Input signals

DVD-Video

LINEAR PCM

DTS

Dolby Digital

DVD-Audio

LINEAR PCM

PACKED PCM

(with CPPM /

without CPPM)

CD LINEAR PCM

Super Audio

Multi area

CD area

Stereo area

EE CC

2 Copyright Protection System

To play back the digital video and audio of DVDVideo and DVD-Audio through an HDMI/DVI-D connection, both the connected player and monitor are required to support a copyright protection system called HDCP (Highbandwidth Digital Content Protection System). HDCP is copy protection technology that comprises data encryption and authentication of the partner equipment. The AVR-987 supports HDCP. Please see the user’s manual of your video display for more information about this.

The AVR-987 is HDMI Ver. 1.1 compatible.

• If your digital monitor or DVD player only supports DVI-D, please obtain and use an HDMI-DVI conversion cable or adaptor, available from your dealer.

2 Connections with an HDMI/DVI-D conversion cable (adapter)

• The HDMI video stream signals (video signals) are theoretically compatible with DVI-D. When connecting to a monitor, etc., equipped with DVI-D terminals, it is possible to connect using an HDMI/DVI-D conversion cable, but depending on the combination of devices used the image might not be output.

• When using an HDMI/DVI-D conversion adapter, the image may not be output properly due to poor contact with the connected cable, etc..

NOTE:

• The audio signals on the multi/stereo area of Super Audio CDs are not output. If the Super

Audio CD is a hybrid CD, only the audio signals in the CD area are output.

• Use a compatible player to play DVD-Audio discs that are copyright protected by CPPM.

• Among the devices that support HDMI, some devices can control other devices via the HDMI

terminal; however, the AVR-987 cannot be controlled by another device via the HDMI terminal.

• The audio signals from the HDMI terminal (including the sampling frequency and bit length)

may be limited by the equipment that is connected.

• The video signals are not output properly if a device not compatible with HDCP is used.

• When “OFF” is set at “i/p Convert” under “Setting the HDMI Out Setup”, use a monitor

compatible with input resolutions of 480i/576i.

• The video signals input from the HDMI input terminals are output to the HDMI monitor with

their original resolution, so the image will not be displayed if the resolutions of the input signal and the monitor being used are not matched. In this case, change the setting of the resolution on the source device (player) to one which the monitor can handle.

• For stable signal transfer, we recommend using cables that are a maximum of 5 meters in

length.

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

CD recorder /

MD recorder

OPTICAL

OUT

OPTICAL

DVD player

HDMI

OUT

Monitor

HDMI

Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

2 AM loop antenna assembly

Connect to the AM

antenna terminals.

Remove the vinyl tie and take out the connection line.

Bend in the reverse direction.

a. With the antenna

on top any stable surface.

b. With the antenna

attached to a wall.

Mount

Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.

NOTE:

• Do not connect 2 FM antennas simultaneously.

•Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not disconnect the AM loop antenna.

• Make sure the AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of the panel.

An FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly.

Connecting the antenna terminals

Direction of broadcasting station

75 Ω/ohms

Coaxial cable

FM antenna

FM indoor antenna

(Supplied)

AM loop antenna

(Supplied)

AM outdoor antenna

Ground

Connection of AM antennas

1. Push the

lever.

2. Insert the conductor.

3. Return the lever.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Connecting the XM terminal

•AVR-987 is the XM Ready® receiver. You can receive XM Satellite Radio® by connecting to the XM Connect-and-PlayTM(sold separately) and subscribing the XM service.

• Plug the XM Connect-and-Play antenna into XM connector on the rear panel.

• Position the XM Connect-and-Play antenna near a south-facing window to receive the best signal. For details, see “XM Satellite Radio” ( page 36, 37). When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the XM Connect-and-Play antenna.

NOTE:

• Keep the power supply cord unplugged until the XM Connect-and-Play antenna connection

have been completed.

XM Connect-and

-Play Antenna

Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

For instructions on operations using the MULTI ZONE functions ( page 40, 41).

Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals

• If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 out (fixed level) terminals can be used to play a different program source in ZONE2 the same time ( page 40).

ZONE2 out connections

• For the AUDIO output, use high quality pin-plug cables and wire in such a way that there is no humming or noise.

• For instructions on installation and operation of separately sold devices, refer to the devices’ operating instructions.

Extension terminal

for future use.

Input Output

RC-616

Infrared retransmitter

RC-617

Infrared sensor

Connecting the TRIGGER OUT jacks

Turn the DC 12 V voltage on and off for the individual functions and surround modes. For details, see “Setting the Trigger Out” ( page 55).

Connecting the RS-232C terminal

This is a control expansion terminal for factory use only. Consult you dealer for details.

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 iPod

iPod

AUDIO OUT

S-VIDEO OUT

ASD-1R

When using an iPod, you must Connect the DENON original Control Dock for iPod and the DOCK CONTROL jack on the AVR-987 with a mini-jack and assign the iPod to any AUDIO and/or S-VIDEO terminal(s). The diagram below shows an example of connections for when the iPod is assigned to the VDP terminal.

For instructions on assigning the iPod to a specific terminal, see “Setting the iPod Assignment” ( page 47). For instructions on playing the iPod, see “Playing the iPod” ( page 39).

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

Monitor

(ZONE2)

S-VIDEO

VIDEO

AUX OUT

Premain amplifier

><>< ><><

><><><><

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

Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

• Use these terminals if you wish to connect external power amplifier(s) to increase the power of the front, center, surround and surround back sound channels, or for connection to powered loudspeakers.

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

Connecting the PRE OUT terminals

Connecting the power supply cord

Connection terminal for subwoofer with built-in amplifier.

Front speaker

(B)

Surround speaker

Front speaker

(A)

Subwoofer

ZONE2 Front speaker

Center speaker

• When the surround back’s power amplifier is assigned to the ZONE2 output channel at “Power Amp Assign” in the “System Setup Menu”, the surround back speaker terminals can be used as the ZONE2 speaker out terminals ( page 54).

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

ZONE2 speaker out connections

ZONE2

Power amplifier

SURROUND

BACK

SURROUND

FRONT

CENTER

SUB-

WOOFER

AC 120 V, 60 Hz

AC outlet

(wall)

Power supply cord

(Supplied)

NOTE:

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

• Only use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment. Never use it for hair driers, monitors or other electrical appliances.

AC OUTLETS

•SWITCHED (total capacity – 120 W (1A.)) The power to the outlet is turned on and off in conjunction with the POWER switch on the main unit, and when the power is switched between on and standby from the remote control unit. No power is supplied from this outlet when this unit’s power is at standby. Never connect equipment whose total power consumption exceeds 120 W (1A.).

Basic Operation

Playing the input source

Use FUNCTION to select the input source you want to play.

To select the input source when ZONE2/REC SELECT, VIDEO SELECT or TUNING PRESET is selected, press

SOURCE>then operate <FUNCTION>.

Start playback on the selected component.

For operating instructions, refer to the component’s manual.

Press INPUT MODE.

AUTO (All auto mode):

The type of input signal is detected and the AVR-987’s surround mode is switched automatically. Can be selected for sources for which the “Digital In Assign” (page 47) is made. The mode switches automatically to DTS/ Dolby Digital/ PCM. The input switches to the analog input terminals is no digital signals are being input.

ANALOG (exclusive analog audio signal playback mode) and EXT. IN (External decoder input terminal selection mode):

The signals input to the various input terminals are played.

PCM (exclusive PCM signal playback mode) and DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback mode):

Played when the various signals are input. Noise may be generated when a mode different from the input signal is set.

AUTO

EXT. IN ANALOG

PCM DTS

Use VOLUME to adjust the volume.

• The volume level is displayed on the master volume level display.

The volume can be adjusted between the range of –80 ~ 0 ~ 18 dB. Depending on the channel level settings and the different surround mode settings and when in the down-mix mode, it may not be possible to adjust the volume to 18 dB.

NOTE:

• When the input mode is set to the external input (EXT. IN), the surround mode cannot be set.

• In play modes other than the external input mode, the signals connected to these terminals cannot be played.

Cautions when playing DTS sources:

• For DTS sources, be sure to connect the device to the digital input terminal and set “AUTO” or “DTS” for the input source. Noise will be generated if you play in the ANALOG or PCM mode.

• When playing DTS signals in the “AUTO” mode, noise may be generated when you first start playing and during searching. If so, play in the “DTS” mode.

• Canceling the EXT. IN mode:

Press INPUT MODE or <ANALOG>to switch to the desired input mode.

•To use the EXT. IN mode together with a picture, select the input source to which the video signal is connected first, then set the input mode.

• The “DIG.” indicator lights when digital signals are being input properly. If the “DIG.” indicator does not light, check whether the “Digital In Assign” ( page 47) and connections are correct.

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit []: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

Press <ANALOG>to select “ANALOG”, <EXT. IN>to select “EXT. IN”.

To lower the subwoofer channel level in the EXT. IN mode, press SURROUND PARAMETER and select “SW. ATT”. For some players the playback level of the SW channel may seen strong. If so, set to “ON”.

SURROUND PARAMETER

INPUT MODE

FUNCTION

SURROUND

FUNCTION

PARAMETER

<SOURCE> INPUT MODE VOLUME<EXT. IN>

FUNCTION

VOLUME

Basic Operation Basic Operation

Selecting the room equalizer mode

The room equalizer function offers 3 correction curves: “Audyssey”, “Front” and “Flat”. These modes can be selected after performing the auto setup procedure.

OFF Audyssey Front Flat Manual

Press ROOM EQ.

• The “MultEQ XT” indicator lights green when “Audyssey” is selected, red when “Front” or “Flat” is selected.

The indicator lights red if the speaker settings are changed after the auto setup measurements have been made ( page 56 ~ 59).

Audyssey, Front, Flat:

See page 60.

Manual:

Selects the setting value that was set in the Manual Equalizer Setup ( page 53, 54).

Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)

Press [MUTING].

You can adjust the muting level ( page 55).

• Canceling MUTING mode:

To cancel the muting mode, either press [MUTING] or adjust the volume.

Connect the headphones to

PHONES

• No sound is produced from the speakers automatically.

NOTE:

•To prevent hearing loss, be careful not to raise the volume level excessively when using headphones.

Listening over headphones

Switching the front speakers

Press [SPEAKER].

FRONT A

FRONT A+B

FRONT B

2 On screen display

Checking the currently playing program source, etc.

Press [ON SCREEN].

• The current program source and various settings are displayed on the monitor screen.

2 Front panel display

Press

STATUS

• The current program source and various settings are indicated on the display.

Switching the brightness of the display

Press

DIMMER

The brightness of the display can be adjusted in 3 steps. The display can also be turned off.

<PHONES> SURROUND

PARAMETER

<DIMMER> ROOM EQ

DIRECT/STEREO

PURE DIRECT

[ON SCREEN]

[MUTING]

ROOM EQ [SPEAKER]

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit []: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

SURROUND PARAMETER

PURE DIRECT

DIRECT/ STEREO

Sources recorded in stereo Sources recorded in monaural

PURE DIRECT

• Use this mode to play analog input music sources with extremely high quality.

DIRECT / STEREO

•Effective for achieving pure playback.

• If there is no need for tone control or distribution of the low frequencies in function of the speaker configuration, select the DIRECT mode to achieve the best sound quality.

DENON Original Surround Modes ( page 32, 33)

• Select these for 7.1-channel playback with sources recorded in stereo or monaural.

•The effects are different for each of the surround modes. Select the one most suited for the source being used.

DTS NEO:6 ( page 28)

• This is a surround mode for playing 6.1- or 7.1-channel stereo sources developed by Digital Theater Systems.

• One of 2 playing modes, MUSIC (for music sources) or CINEMA (for movie sources), can be selected according to your preferences.

DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx

( page 27)

• Developed by Dolby Laboratories, this surround mode provides 7.1-channel surround sound with conventional stereo (2-channel) sources.

• Select CINEMA mode for movie surround soundtracks, MUSIC for music sources, and GAME for 2-channel game box audio sources.

Basic Operation Basic Operation

• Surround modes marked with an asterisk (*) cannot be used when the surround back speaker is set to “NONE”.

• The “+PLIIx Cinema” mode cannot be selected when only one

surround back speaker is being used.

2 DIRECT mode

This mode is for playing with high quality sound. The audio signals are transmitted directly, without passing through the tone circuits, etc.

Selecting the play mode (PURE DIRECT / DIRECT / STEREO)

• The system setup function cannot be used when the PURE DIRECT mode is set. To use the system setup function, cancel the PURE DIRECT mode.

• If the HDMI input terminal is selected, video outputs are output in the PURE DIRECT mode.

• The channel level and surround parameters in the PURE DIRECT mode are the same as in the DIRECT mode.

The AVR-987 is equipped with 3 2-channel playback modes exclusively for music. Select the mode to suit your tastes.

Press DIRECT/STEREO to select “DIRECT”.

STEREODIRECT

2 PURE DIRECT mode

This mode reproduces the sound with extremely high quality. The audio signals do not pass through the tone circuits, etc., and the display and surrounding circuits that could affect the audio signals are turned “OFF”.

Press PURE DIRECT.

2 STEREO mode

Use this mode to adjust the tone and achieve the desired sound.

Press DIRECT/STEREO to select “STEREO”.

Using the surround modes

Types of surround modes and their features

The AVR-987 is equipped with many surround modes. We recommend using the surround modes as described below in order to achieve the maximum effect for the specific signal source.

is a 6.1-channel/7.1-channel surround mode.

Sources recorded in Dolby Digital EX

DOLBY DIGITAL EX / +PLIIx

( page 26)

• This mode is optimized for playing sources recorded in Dolby Digital EX.

Sources recorded in DTS-ES

DTS-ES DSCRT 6.1 / MTRX 6.1, +PLIIx

( page 26)

•This is the optimum mode for playing sources recorded in DTS-ES.

Dolby Digital or DTS Surround (5.1 ch sources) 2 ch sources recorded in Dolby Surround

WIDE SCREEN ( page 32, 33)

•Effective for 2-channel sources recorded in Dolby Surround or for 7.1-channel playback with 5.1-channel sources.

DOLBY DIGITAL / DOLBY DIGITAL+PLIIx

DTS SURROUND / DTS 96/24 / DTS+PLIIx

DTS+NEO:6 ( page 26)

• This mode is optimized for playing 5.1-channel or 7.1channel music.

• For Dolby Surround recording sources, Dolby Pro

Logic II playback is conducted.

When press SURROUND PARAMETER: The subwoofer output can be controlled directly.

Basic Operation Basic Operation

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit []: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

D H F G

STANDARD

ENTER

SURROUND

PARAMETER

INPUT MODE

ENTER

H F

Selecting the Dolby Digital and DTS Surround mode (only with digital input)

Play a program source with the , mark.

•“ ” or “ ” lights, depending on the source.

Press SURROUND PARAMETER.

The surround back channel can be switched on and off using

SURROUND BACK>.

Press

DD HH

to select the item, then press

FF GG

set.

Press STANDARD to select “STANDARD”.

Select an input source forwhich digital (COAXIAL, OPTICAL etc.) is set ( page 47 or 49 ~ 50).

Press INPUT MODE to select “AUTO”.

CINEMA EQ.:

Use this if movie dialogues sound harsh to lower the treble sound.

Effective source / mode

Dolby Pro Logic IIx / Dolby Pro Logic / Dolby Digital /

DTS Surround / DTS NEO:6 / WIDE SCREEN

D.COMP.:

The dynamic range is compressed. Select one of 4 modes: “OFF”, “LOW”, “MID” (middle) or “HI” (high).

Effective source / mode Dolby Digital / DTS (For DTS sources, only displayed for compatible software.)

LFE:

To play the various types of software properly, we recommend setting to the values shown below.

•To play Dolby Digital software: “0 dB”

•To play DTS movie software: “0 dB”

•To play DTS music software: “–10 dB”

TONE:

Adjust the tone control.

Can be set in surround modes other than direct mode. Can be set separately for the different surround modes. (Adjusted together for the Dolby/DTS SURROUND modes.)

SB CH OUT:

Select the play mode or surround back channel playback method.

(1) For multi-channel sources

• SB OFF (OFF): Not played.

• NON MTRX: Surround channel signal played.

• MTRX ON: Surround channel signal played with digital matrix processing.

• ES MTRX: DTS signal played with digital matrix processing.

• ES DSCRT: Signal included in DTS-ES discrete 6.1-channel sources played.

• PL

IIx CINEMA:

Decoded in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Cinema mode, surround back

signal played.

Set the surround back speaker to “2spkrs” at “Speaker Configuration” ( page 56, 57)

• PLIIx MUSIC: Decoded in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode, surround back

signal played.

Set the surround back speaker to “1spkr” or “2spkrs” at “Speaker Configuration” ( page 56, 57)

(2) For 2-channel sources

• OFF: Not played.

• ON: Surround channel signal played.

Can also be operated using <SURROUND BACK>.

Example: Dolby Digital Example: DTS

SURROUND PARAMETER

STANDARD

INPUT MODE

D H F G

ENTER

Basic Operation Basic Operation

AFDM (Auto Flag Detect Mode):

• ON: When software including Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES 6.1channel identification signals is played, 6.1-channel playback is performed automatically. The surround mode is set according to the program source being played. The “SB CH OUT” parameter on the surround parameters screen cannot be selected.

• OFF: Not detected automatically. The surround mode can be selected freely.

Example: When playing Dolby Digital software (with EX flag) q When “AFDM” is “ON”, the “DOLBY DIGITAL + PL

IIx

CINEMA” mode is set automatically.

w To play in the Dolby Digital EX mode, set “AFDM” to “OFF”

and select “MTRX ON” at “SB CH OUT”.

Some discs recorded in Dolby Digital EX do not include EX flag. If the playing mode does not switch automatically when the AFDM turns “ON” during playback, manually set “SB CH OUT” to “PLIIx Cinema” or “MTRX ON”.

Press ENTER or SURROUND PARAMETER.

• Select “Default Yes” and press FFto reset all the settings.

2 Dialog normalization function

This operates automatically when playing Dolby Digital sources. This is a function for automatically correcting the standard signal level for different program sources. The correction value can be checked by pressing <STATUS>.

Offset -4dB

Dial.Norm

The numbers are the correction value when corrected

to the standard level.

Example: q Example: w

Selecting the Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Pro Logic

) mode

Press STANDARD to select “DOLBY PLIIx”.

Play a program source.

DTS NEO:6DOLBY PLIIx

Press SURROUND PARAMETER.

It is possible to play analog input signals and digital input signals (2-channels) in the surround mode. This mode is optimal for playing program sources recorded in Dolby Surround.

When “MUSIC” is selected: Press

DD HH

to select the item, then press

FF GG

set.

Optional parameters can only be set in the MUSIC mode.

Select “OPTIONS”, then press FF. Press ENTER to return to the previous screen.

PANORAMA:

This is effective when the surround effect seems weak.

DIMENSION:

This shifts the center of the sound field image to the front or surround side. This compensates for when the sound field image seems unbalanced. (0 to 6, default : 3)

CENTER WIDTH:

A natural expansion to the front can be achieved by adjusting the center signal’s output balance between the center and front channels. (0 to 7, default : 3)

Press ENTER or SURROUND PARAMETER.

Press

FF GG

to select the play mode.

1 2

3 4

CINEMA:

This mode is suited for playing movie sources recorded in Dolby Surround and general sources recorded in stereo.

MUSIC:

This mode is suited for playing stereo music signals in the surround mode. With music signals, the sound field expansion differs according to the type of music, the recording conditions (live/studio), etc.. Because of this, the MUSIC mode offers a number of optional parameters for further adjusting the sound field.

GAME:

This mode is optimum for games. The GAME mode can only be used for 2-channel audio sources.

PL:

This mode is compatible with conventional Dolby Pro Logic sources.

(When “OPTIONS” is selected)

(When “MUSIC” is selected)

Basic Operation Basic Operation

FORMAT:

Displays the input signal’s number of channels (front / surround / LFE on/off). “SURROUND” is displayed for 2-channel signal sources recorded in Dolby Surround.

OFFSET:

Displays the dialog normalization offset value.

FLAG:

“MATRIX” is displayed if the input signal has undergone matrix processing, “DISCRETE” is displayed if the input signal has undergone discrete processing.

SIGNAL:

Displays the type of input signal.

fs:

Displays the input signal’s sampling frequency.

Checking the input signals

Press [ON SCREEN].

Press [ON SCREEN] again.

• OSD-1 : Input signal OSD-2 : HDMI monitor information OSD-3 : Input/output settings OSD-4 : Auto surround mode OSD-5 ~ 7 : USER MODE 1 ~ 3 OSD-8 ~ 14 : Tuner preset stations

Room EQ:

Displays the type of equalizer currently set.

Example: Dolby Digital Example: DTS

• “OSD-1” “FLAG” is not displayed if there is no FLAG identification signal in the input signal.

• OSD-2: The monitor’s resolution is displayed when an HDMI monitor is connected to the AVR-987.

• OSD-4: This is displayed when the auto surround mode is set to “ON” ( page 23) and the input mode is set to “AUTO”. It is not displayed when the input mode is set to “ANALOG” or “EXT. IN”.

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit []: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

D H F G

STANDARD

ENTER

SURROUND

PARAMETER

ENTER

H F

[ON SCREEN]

Selecting the DTS NEO:6 mode

It is possible to play analog input signals and digital input signals (2-channels) in the surround mode.

Press SURROUND PARAMETER.

Play a program source.

Press

FF GG

to select the play mode.

When “MUSIC” is selected: Press

DD HH

to select “CNTR. IMAGE” , then press

FF GG

to set.

Press ENTER or SURROUND PARAMETER.

CNTR. IMAGE:

The expansion of the center channel can be adjusted. (0.0 to

1.0, default : 0.3)

2 3 4

Press STANDARD to select “DTS NEO:6”.

DTS NEO:6DOLBY PLIIx

CINEMA:

This mode is optimum for playing movies. Decoding is performed with emphasis on separation performance to achieve the same atmosphere with 2-channel sources as with

6.1-channel sources.

MUSIC:

This mode is suited mainly for playing music.

(When “MUSIC” is selected)

SURROUND PARAMETER

STANDARD

ENTER

D H F G

Surround Mode

Basic Operation Basic Operation

Surround modes and parameters

Signals and adjustability in the different modes

EE EE EE EE EE EE

(CINEMA)

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE

(OFF)

(NOTE3)

(NOTE4)

(NOTE3)

(OFF)

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE

(0 dB)

(NOTE1)

(NOTE2)

(0 dB)

EE CC EE EE CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC EE

(ON)

EE EE

(ON)

EE EE EE EE

(ON)

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

(0 dB)

EE EE EE

(0 dB)

(OFF)

EE EE

(OFF)

BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB

EE BB EE BB BB BB BB EE BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB EE

EE BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

SURROUND

L/R

Channel output Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses)

SUB-

WOOFER

D. COMP

NIGHT

mode

LFE*2AFDM

SB CH

OUT

TONE

CONTROL

CINEMA EQ. MODE

ROOM

SIZE

EE BB EE BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB BB EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

(Medium)

EE EE

Dolby Digital

EE EE EE EE EE

(ON, 10)

EE EE EE EE EE EE

(10)

EE EE

FRONT

L/R

CENTER

SURROUND

BACK

L/R

(OFF)

EE EE

(OFF)

EE EE EE CC EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

(0.3)

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE

(3)

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE

(3)

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

CC EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

(30 msec)

DELAY TIME

PANORAMA

SUBWOOFER

ON/OFF

DIMENSION

CENTER

WIDTH

CENTER

IMAGE

SW ATT

EE EE EE EE EE EE

(OFF)

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

PRO LOGIC

II/IIx MUSIC MODE

only

NEO:6

MUSIC

MODE only

EXT. IN

only

EFFECT

LEVEL

: Adjustable

: Not adjustable NOTE1 : BASS +6 dB, TREBLE 0 dB NOTE2 : BASS +6 dB, TREBLE +4 dB NOTE3 : This parameter is available when the “MODE” is set to “CINEMA”. NOTE4 : This parameter is available when the “MODE” is set to “CINEMA” or “PL”. *1:

When playing Dolby Digital and DTS signals.

*2:

When playing Dolby Digital, DTS, DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD.

: Signal

: No signal

: Adjustable

: Not adjustable

: Signal

: No signal

:Turned on or off by speaker

configuration setting

PURE DIRECT, DIRECT MULTI CH DIRECT STEREO EXT. IN MULTI CH IN WIDE SCREEN DOLBY PRO LOGIC

IIx

DOLBY PRO LOGIC

DTS NEO:6 DOLBY DIGITAL DTS SURROUND 7CH STEREO SUPER STADIUM ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB CLASSIC CONCERT MONO MOVIE VIDEO GAME MATRIX VIRTUAL

Button

Basic Operation Basic Operation

2 Differences in surround mode names depending on the input signals

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

CC CC

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE CC CC

EE EE EE EE CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE CC CC

EE EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC CC

EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

CC CC EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

CC CC

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

CC CC

BB CC EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

CC CC

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE

CC CC CC

EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE

EE EE

EE CC CC CC EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE

EE CC CC CC

BB EE CC EE CC CC EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE CC CC

EE EE EE EE CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE CC CC

EE EE EE EE CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

EE EE EE

*1 *1

*2 *1 *1

*2 *1

Surround Mode

Note

DTS ES DSCRT

(With Flag)

Input signals

DTS DOLBY DIGITAL

STANDARD

DTS SURROUND

DTS ES DSCRT6.1 DTS ES MTRX6.1 DTS SURROUND DTS 96/24 DTS + PL

IIx CINEMA

DTS + PL

IIx MUSIC

DTS + NEO:6 DTS NEO:6 CINEMA DTS NEO:6 MUSIC

DOLBY SURROUND

DOLBY DIGITAL EX DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL+PL

IIx CINEMA

DOLBY DIGITAL+PL

IIx MUSIC

DOLBY PRO LOGIC

IIx CINEMA

DOLBY PRO LOGIC

IIx MUSIC

DOLBY PRO LOGIC

IIx GAME

DOLBY PRO LOGIC

II CINEMA

DOLBY PRO LOGIC

II MUSIC

DOLBY PRO LOGIC

II GAME

DOLBY PRO LOGIC

MULTI CH IN

MULTI CH IN MULTI IN + PL

IIx CINEMA

MULTI IN + PL

IIx MUSIC

ANALOG

LINEAR

PCM

DTS ES MTRX

(With Flag)

DTS

(5.1ch)

DTS

96/24

DOLBY DIGITAL EX

(With Flag)

DOLBY DIGITAL

(With no Flag)

DOLBY

DIGITAL

(5.1ch)

DOLBY

DIGITAL

(3, 4, 5ch)

DOLBY

DIGITAL

(2ch)

DVD-AUDIO

DVD-Audio

(multi ch)

DVD-

Audio

(2ch)

176.4/

192kHz

4 :Mode selectable in default status

: Mode fixed when AFDM is “ON”

: Selectable mode

: Non-selectable mode

NOTE :

*1: This mode is not available when the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “None”. *2: This mode is not available when the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “1spkr” or “None”.

Basic Operation Basic Operation

Surround Mode

Button

Note

DTS ES DSCRT

(With Flag)

Input signals

DTS DOLBY DIGITAL

ANALOG

LINEAR

PCM

DTS ES MTRX

(With Flag)

DTS

(5.1ch)

DTS

96/24

DOLBY DIGITAL EX

(With Flag)

DOLBY DIGITAL

(With no Flag)

DOLBY

DIGITAL

(5.1ch)

DOLBY

DIGITAL

(3, 4, 5ch)

DOLBY

DIGITAL

(2ch)

DVD-AUDIO

DVD-Audio

(multi ch)

DVD-

Audio

(2ch)

176.4/

192kHz

CC EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

EE CC CC CC

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

CC EE EE EE

EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE EE

CC EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

CC EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

CC EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

CC EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

CC EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

CC EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

*2 *1

DIRECT

DIRECT MULTI CH DIRECT M DIRECT + PL

x CINEMA

M DIRECT + PL

x MUSIC

PURE DIRECT

PURE DIRECT MULTI CH PURE DIRECT M PURE D + PL

IIx CINEMA

M PURE D + PL

IIx MUSIC

DSP SIMULATION

7CH STEREO WIDE SCREEN SUPER STADIUM ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB CLASSIC CONCERT MONO MOVIE VIDEO GAME MATRIX VIRTUAL

STEREO

CC EE EE EE

CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC CC

4 :Mode selectable in default status

: Selectable mode

: Non-selectable mode

NOTE :

*1: This mode is not available when the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “None”. *2: This mode is not available when the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “1spkr” or “None”. *3: If the Surround Back speaker setup is set to “None”, then “5CH STEREO” is displayed.

STEREO

7CH STEREO (NOTE 1)

Basic Operation Basic Operation

VIRTUAL

MATRIX

VIDEO GAME

MONO MOVIE (NOTE 2)

CLASSIC CONCERT

JAZZ CLUB

ROCK ARENA

SUPER STADIUM

WIDE SCREEN

Using the DENON original surround modes

The AVR-987 is equipped with a high performance digital signal processor (DSP) that uses digital signal processing to recreate sound fields artificially. One of 10 surround modes can be selected according to the program source and parameters can be further adjusted to achieve even more realistic sound fields.

Types of surround modes and their features

This mode recreates the atmosphere of watching a movie in a theater with a large screen. In this mode, all sources are played in the 7.1-channel mode.

This mode recreates the atmosphere of watching a game of baseball, soccer or other sport in a stadium.

This mode recreates the atmosphere of a live concert in an arena.

This mode recreates the atmosphere of a live concert in a club with low ceilings, hard walls and the artist just in front of you.

This mode provides a rich sense of presence for video games.

This mode recreates the atmosphere of a concert hall with rich reverberations.

This mode recreates the atmosphere of an expansive sound field for movie sources recorded in monaural.

This mode recreates music sources recorded in stereo with an enhanced sense of expansion.

This mode can be used to enjoy surround sound with only front speakers or when using headphones.

NOTE 1: “5CH STEREO” is displayed when “SB CH OUT” is set to “OFF”. NOTE 2: When playing sources recorded in monaural, the sound will be one-sided if signals are only input to one channel (left or right),

so input signals to both channels. If you have a source component with only one audio output (monophonic camcorder, etc.) obtain a “Y” adapter cable to split the mono output to two outputs, and connect to the L and R inputs.

• Depending on the program source being played, the effect may not be very noticeable. In this case, try other surround modes, without worrying about their names, to create a sound field suited to your tastes.

This mode lets you enjoy stereo sound with 7 speakers. The front L (R) channel signals are played from the surround and surround back L (R) channels and only the in-phase component of the L and R channels is played on the center channel.

Basic Operation Basic Operation

• Select “Default Yes” and press FFto reset all the settings.

Press

DD HH

to select the item, then press

FF GG

set.

Press ENTER or SURROUND PARAMETER.

Selecting the DSP surround simulation

Press SURROUND PARAMETER.

Press [DSP SIMULATION].

7CH STEREO WIDE SCREEN SUPER STADIUM

JAZZ CLUB

ROCK ARENA

MATRIX

VIDEO GAME CLASSIC CONCERTMONO MOVIE

VIRTUAL

The 7CH STEREO mode can be selected directly by

pressing <7CH STEREO>.

EFFECT: (WIDE SCREEN mode only)

Effect signals with the multi-surround speaker effects are played. When set to “OFF”, the SL/ SR channels are played from the SBL/ SBR channels, respectively.

LEVEL: (WIDE SCREEN mode only)

Adjust the strength of effect signals “1” to “15”.

ROOM SIZE:

Adjust the imaginary size of the recreated sound field space. (Does not express size of room in which played.) There are 5 parameters: “small”, “med.s”, “medium”, “med.l” and “large”.

SB CH OUT

• ON: Surround back channel played.

• OFF: Surround back channel not played.

This operation can also be performed using <SURROUND

BACK>.

EFFECT LEVEL:

Adjust the strength of the surround effect.

DELAY TIME: (MATRIX mode only)

Adjust the delay time between “0 ms” and “300 ms”.

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit []: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

D H F G

<7CH STEREO>

DSP

SIMULATION

SURROUND

PARAMETER

ENTER

H F

SURROUND PARAMETER

DSP SIMULATION

ENTER

D H F G

Basic Operation Basic Operation

Press ENTER.

Press ENTER or SURROUND PARAMETER.

Press GGto select “OFF”.

Press

DD HH

to select “Bass” or “T reble”, then pr ess

FF GG

to set the level.

Can be adjusted within the range of –6 dB to +6 dB.

3 4

5 6

2 When you do not want to adjust the tone

Either press

TONE DEFEAT

or set “Tone Defeat”

to “ON” at step 3 in “Adjusting the tone”.

Adjusting the speaker volume

Press CH SEL/ENTER.

Press

DD HH

or CH SEL/ENTER to select the

speaker.

The settable speaker switches each time this button is pressed.

Press

FF GG

to adjust the volume.

Can be adjusted within the range of –12 dB to +12 dB.

“SB” when surround back speaker set to “1spkr”. Not displayed when “None” set.

Setting the tone control

Adjust the bass and treble to suit your tastes.

Press SURROUND PARAMETER.

Press

DD HH

to select “TONE”, then press FF.

In the direct mode, “TONE” cannot be selected.

2 Adjusting the tone

1 2

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit []: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

D H F G

SURROUND

PARAMETER

CH SEL/

ENTER

CH SEL/ENTER

[CHANNEL]

H F

[SHIFT]

SURROUND PARAMETER

[TUNER]

ENTER

D H F G

[MEMORY]

[BAND]

[MODE]

[TUNING]

Basic Operation Basic Operation

Either turn

FUNCTION

or press [TUNER] to

select “TUNER”.

Auto tuning

Manual tuning

• When the manual tuning mode is set, FM stereo broadcasts are received in monaural and the “STEREO” indicator turns off.

Press [MODE] to set the auto tuning mode.

• The “AUTO” indicator lights.

Press [TUNING].

• Automatic searching begins.

• If tuning does not stop at the desired station, use to the “Manual tuning” operation.

Listening to the radio

Check that the remote control unit is set to “AMP”.

Either turn

FUNCTION

or press [TUNER] to

select “TUNER”.

Press [MODE] to set the manual tuning mode.

Check that the display’s “AUTO” indicator turns off.

Press [BAND] to select “AM”, “FM” or “XM”.

When listening to the XM Satellite Radio ( page 36, 37).

Press [BAND] to select “AM”, “FM” or “XM”.

When listening to the XM Satellite Radio ( page 36, 37).

Press [TUNING] to tune in the desired station.

The frequency changes continuously when the button is

held in.

1 2

3 4

1 2

3 4

Use the “Auto tuning” or “Manual tuning” operation to tune in the station to be preset in the memory.

Press [MEMORY].

Press [CHANNEL] to select the desired preset channel (1 to 8).

Preset memory

Press [SHIFT] to select the desired memory block (A to G).

Press [MEMORY] again.

• Store the station in the preset memory.

1 2

3 4 5

•To preset other channels, repeat steps 2 to 5. A total of 56 broadcast stations can be preset — 8 stations (channels 1 to 8) in each of blocks A to G.

• The memory block can also be selected by pressing [SHIFT].

Using the fader function

With this function, the volume of all the front side speakers or all the rear side speakers can be adjusted (attenuated) at once.

Press CH SEL/ENTER.

Press

DD HH

or CH SEL/ENTER to select “Fader”.

Press FFto attenuate the volume of all the front side speakers, GGto attenuate the volume of all the rear side speakers.

The fader function does not affect the subwoofer. It is possible to adjust so that the volume of the speaker whose volume is the lowest is –12 dB.

1 2

Basic Operation Basic Operation

Recalling preset stations

2 Remote control unit

Press [SHIFT] to select the memory block.

Press [CHANNEL] to select the desired preset channel.

2 Main unit

Press

TUNING PRESET

Turn

FUNCTION

and select the desired preset

channel.

1 2

Press [ON SCREEN] repeatedly until the “Tuner Preset Stations” screen appears on the OSD.

Checking the preset stations

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit []: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

D H F G

[CHANNEL]

H F

[ON SCREEN]

[SHIFT]

XM Satellite Radio

2 Introducing XM Satellite Radio

There’s a world of audio listening pleasure beyond AM and FM. XM Satellite Radio. Select from over 150 channels of music, news, sports, comedy, talk, and entertainment. Coast-to-coast coverage. Digital quality sound. With all music channels 100% commercial free.

Questions?: Visit www.xmradio.com.

AVR-987 is the XM Ready® receiver. You can receive XM Satellite Radio® by connecting to the XM Connect-and-Play

(sold separately) and subscribing the XM service.

2 How to Subscribe

Listeners can subscribe by visiting XM on the Web at www.xmradio.com or by calling XM’s Listener Care at (800) 967-

2346.

Customers should have their Radio ID and credit card ready. The Radio ID can be found by selecting channel 0 on the radio.

2 A Warning Against Reverse Engineering

It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, or manipulate any technology incorporated in receivers compatible with the XM Satellite Radio system. Furthermore, the AMBE® voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual property rights including patent rights, copyrights, and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. The user of this or any other software contained in an XM Radio is explicitly prohibited from attempting to copy, decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the object code, or in any other way convert the object code into human-readable form. The software is licensed solely for use within this product.

Hardware and required basic monthly subscription sold separately. Premium Channel available at additional monthly cost. Installation costs and other fees and taxes, including a onetime activation fee may apply. Subscription fee is consumer only. All fees and programming subject to change. Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available at xmradio.com. Only available in the 48 contiguous United States. ©2005 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

[TUNER]

D H F G

[BAND]

[TUNING]

Basic Operation Basic Operation

Checking the XM signal strength and Radio ID

Either turn

FUNCTION

or press [TUNER] to

select “TUNER”.

Press

STATUS

until “SIGNAL” is displayed.

• The display changes as shown below according to the receiving condition.

Press [BAND] to select “XM”.

1 2

Adjust the antenna location until “SIGNAL:GOOD” is displayed.

Press

STATUS

until the XM channel

(ex.XM001) is displayed.

Press [TUNING –] to select channel 0 (XM000).

Category search

• “LOADING” is displayed while receiving the channel or information.

• “UPDATING” is displayed while updating encryption code.

• When the selected channel is not available, “XM– – –” is displayed.

•Information on the artist name, song title, category and signal level can be checked using <STATUS>.

• The XM Satellite Radio channels can be preset in the same way as AM/FM band ( page 35).

Channel selection

Press [TUNING] to reach the desired channel.

The channel changes continuously when you press and hold

[TUNING].

When the artist name and song title are received, they are

displayed.

Either turn

FUNCTION

or press [TUNER] to

select “TUNER”.

Press [BAND] to select “XM”.

1 2

Press

FF GG

to select the category, and press

DD HH

to select the channel within the selected category.

Press

FF GG

in the XM mode.

• The current category name is displayed.

ConditionDisplay

GOOD Signal strength is good

MARGINAL Signal strength is marginal

WEAK Signal strength is poor

Loss of the signal

XM040 DeepTrks

Channel number

XM040 DeepTrks CATEGORY SEARCH

Channel name Song title/Artist name

XM000 RADIO ID

Radio ID

XM040 DeepTrks CAT: Rock

Channel Category

Advanced Operation

The night mode can be set when playing Dolby Digital sources. The dialogues are easier to hear at night and when listening with the volume low.

Press NIGHT.

•The “NIGHT” indicator lights.

Night mode

• Canceling night mode:

Press NIGHT again.

• When the night mode is set to “ON”, the “D.COMP” surround parameter can not be selected.

2 Calling the settings out

Press USER MODE at which the settings you want to call out are stored.

• The selected user mode display lights.

User mode function

The AVR-987 is equipped with a function for storing the selected input source, the auto surround mode and input mode in the memory and selecting these settings when you want to use them.

The following are stored in the memory:

Currently set input source

Currently set surround mode

Currently set input mode

2 Storing the settings in the memory

Press and hold USER MODE.

Press and hold in until the selected user mode indicator lights.

Press

VIDEO SELECT

, turn

FUNCTION

until the

desired image appears on the display.

Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image (VIDEO SELECT function)

•To cancel, press <VIDEO SELECT>and turn <FUNCTION>to select “SOURCE”.

• The video source selected with the video select function is stored in the memory for the different input sources.

• It is not possible to select HDMI input signals.

• When playing HDMI video input signals, the analog video signal of another function cannot be selected for the HDMI video output.

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit []: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

NIGHT <STATUS><ON/STANDBY>

USER MODE<VIDEO SELECT>

D H F G

ENTER

USER MODE

NIGHT

H F

The surround mode last selected and the input mode setting are stored individually for the different input sources.

The surround parameters, tone control settings and playback level balance for the different output channels are memorized for each surround mode.

Personal memory plus function

ENTER

D H F G

[MEMORY]

[MODE]

Advanced Operation Advanced Operation

Playing the iPod

iPod is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

If the screens above are not displayed, the iPod may not be properly connected. Check the connections and settings.

(iPod screen)

With the iPod, non-copyrighted contents and contents that may be legally reproduced or played may be reproduced and played by individuals for their personal use. Violating copyrights is prohibited by law.

NOTE:

• DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for loss or damage of data on an iPod occurring when the iPod is used connected to the AVR-987.

• Some of the functions may not operate, depending on the type of iPod and the software version.

Listening to music

Press

DD HH

to select the music file, then press

ENTER or

Press FFto return to the music menu screen.

Press ENTER orGG.

• Playback starts.

Manual search:

Press and hold in

DD HH

during playback.

•DD: Fast reverse

•HH: Fast forward

Track search:

Press

DD HH

during playback.

•DD: Move to beginning of previous track

•HH: Move to beginning of next track

Repeat play:

Press [MODE]. The mode switches as follows each time [MODE] is pressed.

• RPT One: Single track repeat

• RPT All : All track repeat

Shuffle play:

Press [MEMORY]. The mode switches as follows each time [MEMORY] is pressed.

• SFL Songs : Single track shuffle

• SFL Albums: Album shuffle

Pause:

Press ENTER during playback. Press again to resume.

Stop:

Press ENTER for at least 2 seconds during playback.

The mode switches between the Browse mode and the

Remote mode if [MODE] is pressed for at least 2 seconds. In the Remote mode, only

DD HH FF GG

and ENTER can be used.

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•When <STATUS>is pressed during playback, the front panel display switches between the title name, artist name and album name.

• Depending on the iPod’s software version, it may not be possible to operate the iPod from the AVR-987. Use the latest version of the software. Information on the latest version of the software can be obtained on the Apple Computer website.

•If you do not want the on screen display to be displayed while playing the iPod, set “Function/Mode Status” at “Setting the On Screen Display” to “OFF” ( page 52).

•With the AVR-987 it is possible to display folder names and file names on the screen like titles. The AVR-987 can display up to 64 characters, consisting of numbers, capital letters and small letters. A “?” mark is displayed in place of non-compatible characters.

Viewing still pictures and videos (only for iPods equipped with the slideshow / video function)

Press [MODE] for at least 2 seconds to switch from the Browse mode to the Remote mode.

• “Remote iPod” is displayed on the AVR-987’s display.

Watching the iPod’s screen, press

DD HH

to select

“Photos” or “Video”, then press ENTER orGG.

• The iPod’s photo and video data are displayed on the monitor.

Use this procedure to view photo and video data stored on the iPod on a monitor.

Disconnecting the iPod

Press

ON/STANDBY

and set the AVR-987’s power

to the standby mode.

The iPod can be disconnected after switching to a function other than the one to which the iPod input is assigned.

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Connect the AVR-987 and iPod using the DENON original Control Dock for iPod ( page 21).

Use FUNCTION to select the function assigned in step 2.

Assign the input terminal at “Setting the iPod Assignment” ( page 47).

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

The music recorded on the iPod can be played when using a DENON original Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R). The iPod can be controlled using the buttons on the main unit and the remote control unit.

•To output photo or video data recorded on the iPod to the monitor, the iPod’s “TV Out” setting (under “Video Settings”) must be set to “ON”. For details, refer to the iPod’s operating instructions.

Advanced Operation Advanced Operation

• When the outputs of the ZONE2 output terminals are wired and connected to power amplifiers installed in other rooms, different sources can be played in rooms other than the MAIN ZONE in which this unit and the playback devices are installed. (Refer to ZONE2 on the diagram below.)

• Settings can be made at “Power Amp Assign” in the “System Setup Menu” so that the same source as the ZONE2 output terminals can be played from the speakers connected to the ZONE2 speaker terminals ( page 22).

• When a sold separately room-to-room remote control unit (DENON RC-616, 617 or 618) is wired and connected between the MAIN ZONE and ZONE2, the remote-controllable devices in the MAIN ZONE can be controlled from ZONE2 using the remote control unit.

To control playback devices other than the ones above, either use that device’s remote control unit or preset a separately sold programmable remote control unit.

Multi zone music entertainment system

• For instructions on installation and operation of separately sold devices, refer to the devices’ operating instructions.

Multi-zone playback using the ZONE2 output terminals

2 When using the power amplifier as the MAIN ZONE output

The AVR-987 is equipped with ZONE2 output terminals for which the volume is fixed output level and composite video output terminals as the ZONE2 output terminals.

[System configuration and connections example]

• Using this AVR-987 external amplifier as the ZONE2.

RC-616

RC-617

MAIN ZONE 7.1-channel systems

ZONE2

Monitor

DVD player

AVR-987

ZONE2 Audio out

(Fixed out)

ZONE2

Video out

Premain Amplifier

Input

Monitor

Multi-zone playback using the SPEAKER terminals

2 When using the SURROUND BACK amplifier as the ZONE2 output

When the surround back’s power amplifier is assigned to the ZONE2 output channel at “Power Amp Assign” in the “System Setup Menu”, the surround back speaker terminals can be used as the ZONE2 speaker out terminals ( page 54).

[System configuration and connections example]

• Using this AVR-987 internal amplifier as the ZONE2.

RC-617

RC-616

MAIN ZONE 5.1-channel systems

ZONE2

Monitor

DVD player

AVR-987

Multi-zone speaker out

ZONE2 Video out

Input

Monitor

system remote control unit RC-1051

Programmable

remote control unit

ZONE2 Audio out (Fixed out)

system remote control unit RC-1051

Programmable

remote control unit

: Multi source audio signal cable

: Multi source video signal cable

: Room-to room remote control

system (separately sold) control line

: Speaker cable

Refer to “Connections” ( page 21, 22).

Advanced Operation Advanced Operation

With “ZONE2 SOURCE” displayed, turn

FUNCTION

to select the source you want to

output appears on the display.

Outputting a program source to amplifier, etc., in the ZONE2 room (ZONE2 SELECT mode)

• The signals of the source selected in the ZONE2 mode are also output from the VCR-1, VCR-2 and CD-R/TAPE recording output terminals.

• Digital signals are not output from the ZONE2 audio output terminals.

• About the MULTI ZONE connections ( page 40).

Press

ZONE2/REC SELECT

to display the

“ZONE2 SOURCE” on the display.

• The “ ” indicator lights.

Start playing the source to be output.

For operating instructions, refer to the manuals of the respective components.

RECOUT

ZONE2

Remote control unit operations during multisource playback

Set [MODE1] to “AUDIO”.

Press [ZONE2 ON] to turn on the zone power.

Press [ZONE2 OFF] to turn off the zone power.

Select the input source you wish to output.

When the function is set to TUNER, the preset channel can be selected using [CHANNEL].

The volume of the outputs of the different zones can be adjusted with [VOLUME].

The ZONE2 volume can be adjusted only when “ZONE2” is selected at “Power Amp Assign” in the “System Setup Menu” ( page 54). Default volume setting:

ZONE2 : –40 dB The zone volume can be adjusted within the range of –70 to 18 dB.

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FUNCTION

[VOLUME]

[CHANNEL]

[MODE2]

[MODE1]

FUNCTION

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit []: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

• When using ZONE2, it is possible to turn the power for the

MAIN ZONE (main zone) only on or off by pressing [ZONE1

(MAIN) ON/OFF].

Set [MODE2] to “ZONE2”.

[ZONE2 ON]

[ZONE2 OFF]

FUNCTION

[ZONE1 (MAIN) ON/OFF]

2 Last function memory

The various settings set when the AVR-987’s power is switched to standby are stored in the memory. When the power is turned back on, the settings made when the power was switched to standby are recalled.

About the memory functions

2 Backup memory

The various settings are stored in the memory for about 1 week, even when the power is turned off or the power cord is unplugged.

Switch off the unit using

POWER

Hold the following

PURE DIRECT

and

NIGHT

and press

POWER

• If step 3 does not work, start over from step 1.

• If the microprocessor has been reset, all the settings are reset to the default values.

Initialization of the microprocessor

Use the procedure described below to reset the microprocessor if the display is abnormal or if the buttons on the main unit or the remote control unit do not operate.

Check that the entire display is blinking with an interval of about 1 second, and release your fingers from the 2 buttons.

• The microprocessor will be initialized.

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<NIGHT>

Recording (audio and/or video)

Press

ZONE2/REC SELECT

until “RECOUT”

appears on the display.

Use

FUNCTION

to select the source to be

recorded (audio and/or video).

• The “ ” indicator lights.

Record (the audio or video signals).

For operations, see the operating instructions of the device from which you are recording (audio or video signals).

•To cancel, press <ZONE2/REC SELECT>and set the function to “ZONE2”.

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NOTE:

•When the REC OUT mode is selected, [ZONE2] and

[FUNCTION] (ZONE2) cannot be operated.

• Digital signals are not output from the analog REC OUT,

OPTICAL 3 OUT and OPTICAL 4 OUT terminals.

RECOUT

ZONE2

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit []: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

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1. Auto Setup/Room EQ

1 Auto Setup

Room EQ Setup

Direct Mode Setup

Mic Input Select

–

All, Room EQ = OFF

OFF

Mic

9 ~ 12

System setup items and default values

2. Speaker Setup

Speaker Config.

Channel Level

Front Sp.

Large

Center Sp. Surround Sp.Subwoofer

Small SmallYes

Surround

L & R

Center

Front L & R

Subwoofer

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

FrontLFront

Center Surround R Subwoofer

0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB

Surround Back

Sp.

Small / 2spkrs

Distance

Surround L

0 dB

Crossover Frequency

80 Hz

56, 57

Subwoofer Setup

LFE

57, 58

58, 59

Surround

Back

10 ft (3.0 m)

Surround

Back R

0 dB

Surround

Back L

0 dB

This unit performs an analysis of the speaker system and measures the acoustic characteristics of your room to permit an appropriate automatic setting.

Set the Room Equalizer setting with “All” or “Assign” for each surround mode.

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

Sets whether the setup microphone is connected to the pin jack (V. AUX L channel) or mIni jack (SETUP MIC).

Automatically set the output component and properties for the various channels according to the combination of speakers to be actually used for surround playback.

This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer according to the listening position.

Set the volume of the various speakers so that the sound output from the speakers and the subwoofer seems to have the same volume level.

Select the method of playback of the subwoofer for playing the low bass signals.

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

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4. Video Setup

Component In Assign

HDMI In Assign

DVD VDP TV

Video Convert

49, 50

DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 V.AUX

1-RCA NONE 2-RCA 3-RCA NONE NONE NONE

Audio Delay5

0 ms

On Screen Display

Function/Mode = ON Master Volume = ON

Mode = Mode 1

DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 V.AUX

NONE

NONE NONE NONE

NONE

HDMI Out Setup

Convert = ON

i/p Convert = ON

Color Space = Y Cb Cr

RGB Mode = Normal

3. Audio Input Setup

Digital In Assign

Input

source

Digital

Inputs

CD DVD VDP TV DBS VCR-1 VCR-2

COAX 1 COAX 2 OPT 1 OFF OPT 2 OPT 3 OFF

CD-R /

TAPE

OPT 4

V.AUX

OPT 5

EXT. IN Subwoofer Level

SW Level = +15 dB

Input Function Lev.

TUNER PHONO CD

CD-R /

TAPE

DVD VDP TV

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

VCR-2

0 dB

DBS VCR-1

0 dB 0 dB

V.AUX

0 dB

Function Rename

Tun er Presets

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

Auto Preset Memory

F1 ~ F8

G1 ~ G8

90.1 MHz

Preset Skip

Preset Name

All preset channels = ON

–

TUNER PHONO CD

CD-R /

TAPE

DVD VDP TV VCR-2DBS VCR-1 V.AUX

iPod Assign

It is possible to assign the DENON original Dock’s audio and/or video signals to any input terminals on the AVR-987 and play them.

iPod Function = OFF

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

Sets the playback level of the analog signal that was input to the EXT. IN subwoofer terminal.

Up to 56 FM stations can be preset automatically.

The playback level is corrected individually for the different input sources.

The name of the input function that is displayed can be changed.

Preset channels that are not used often can be skipped.

The preset channels can be given the names you want.

The HDMI input terminals are assigned for the different input sources. Select the HDMI audio signal playback method.

This assigns the component video input terminals for the different input sources.

This sets whether or not to use the video conversion function.

Set whether or not to up-convert from analog video signals to HDMI. When this function is used, the format of the signal output from the HDMI terminal can be set.

Adjust the time delay between the video and audio signals.

Set whether or not to display the on screen display for indications other than the menu screens.

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5. Advanced Playback

2ch Direct/Stereo

Auto Surround Mode

Dolby Digital Setup

Basic

OFF

Auto Surround Mode = ON

Manual EQ Setup

All Channels and Frequency = 0 dB

53, 54

6. Option Setup

Power Amp Assign

S. Back

Trigger Out3

Volume Control

Setup Lock

Vol.Limit = OFF P. On Lev. = LAST Mute Lev. = FULL

Trigger Out

ZONE = MAIN, All Surround Modes = ON

Setup Lock = OFF

Main

TUNER PHONO CD

CD-R /

TAPE

DVD VDP TV

VCR-2DBS VCR-1 V.AUX

OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ONON ON ON

Trigger Out

ZONE = 2

TUNER PHONO CD

CD-R /

TAPE

DVD

VDP TV

VCR-2

DBS VCR-1

V.AUX

ON ON ON ON ON ON ON ONON ON ON

Make the 2-channel direct mode and stereo mode speaker settings.

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

Set whether or not to store the surround mode last played for the input signal.

Adjust the tone of the various speakers while listening to the playback signals.

To suit your preference, a surround back channel’s power amplifier can be assigned to the front channel (“Front A” or “Front B”) for bi-amp playback, ZONE2.

This sets the volume level of output.

Use the DC12V output of the AVR-987’s two trigger out jacks in association with the various input sources and surround modes.

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

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Navigating through the System Setup Menu

Press SYSTEM SETUP.

• The “System Setup Menu” appears.

Press

DD HH

again to select the item you want to set,

then press ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select the item you want to set, then

press ENTER.

Press ENTER and set a new item.

Press SYSTEM SETUP to return to the “System Setup Menu” or the main menu.

To change the setting: Press

DD HH

to select the item you want to change,

then press

FF GG

to change the setting.

Select “Default Yes”, then press FFto reset to the default setting.

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Audio In Setup

*System Setup

[ On screen display ] [ Display ]

Digital In

*Audio In Setup CD : COAX1

*Digital In Exit

*System Setup

In addition to the easily understandable on screen display, the AVR-987 is also equipped with displays for checking the settings. Use this when making settings and operating. Below are some examples of typical displays.

About the display

[ Display ]

Auto Set/RoomEQ

*System Setup

Display title

Menu number

Submenu title

Currently selected line

Press

DD HH

to select

the menu.

Press FFto select.

Press

FF GG

to change the

setting.

Current setting

Press

FF GG

to select one or

the other.

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit []: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

SYSTEM SETUP

H F

ENTER

H F

ENTER

D H F G

SYSTEM

SETUP

*System Setup Speaker Setup

*Auto Setup Start

*Digital In CD : COAX1

*Distance Meters : Feet

Press

FF GG

to set.

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Audio Input Setup

Setting the Digital In Assignment

Press

DD HH

to select “Audio Input Setup”, then

press ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select “Digital In Assign”, then pr ess

ENTER.

Press ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select the input source, then press

to set.

• “PHONO” and “TUNER” cannot be selected on the “Digital In Assign” screen.

• It is not possible to make the “Digital In Assign” settings for the function assigned at “iPod Assign”.

COAX1, COAX2, OPT1, OPT2, OPT3, OPT4, OPT5:

Assign the different terminals according to the devices connected to the AVR-987’s input terminals.

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

Setting the EXT. IN Subwoofer Level

Press

DD HH

to select “EXT. IN Subwoofer Level”,

then press ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to set.

Press ENTER.

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Sets the playback level of the analog signal that was input to the EXT. IN subwoofer terminal.

Setting the iPod Assignment

It is possible to assign the DENON original Dock’s audio and video signals to any input terminals on the AVR-987 and play them.

Press

DD HH

to select “iPod Assign”, then press

ENTER.

OFF:

This is the factory default setting.

CD, CD-R/TAPE:

When using a DENON original Dock, it is possible to connect with the audio input terminal of the assigned function.

DVD, VDP, DBS, TV, VCR-1, VCR-2, V.Aux:

When using a DENON original Dock, it is possible to connect with the audio and video input terminals of the assigned function.

Press ENTER.

The HDMI input terminal is displayed when it is assigned to the input source at “HDMI In Assign” ( page 49, 50).

(When “VDP” is selected)

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Setting the Input Function Level

Press

DD HH

to select “Input Function Lev.”, then

press ENTER.

• After completing this setting, check that the playback levels for the different sources are the same.

Press

DD HH

to select the input source, then press

to set.

The volume can be adjusted within the range –12 dB to +12 dB.

Press ENTER.

Setting the Function Rename

Press

DD HH

to select “Function Rename”, then

press ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select the input function, then press

FF GG

to set.

Press

FF GG

to move the cursor ( 22) to the desired

position, then press

DD HH

to select the character.

Up to 8 characters can be input. The characters that can be input are shown below.

AB C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ! ” # % & ’ ( ) *+ , – . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] (space)

Repeat step 3 to input the input source name.

To set the input function name back to how it was: q Press

FF GG

to highlight the input function name, then

press

DD HH

w Press

DD HH

to select “Default Yes”, then press FF.

Once all the characters have been input, press

ENTER.

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The playback level is corrected individually for the different input sources.

The name of the input function that is displayed can be changed.

Setting the Tuner Presets

2 Auto Preset Memory

Up to 56 FM stations can be preset automatically.

Press

DD HH

to select “Tuner Presets”, then press

ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select “Auto Preset Memory”, then

press ENTER.

Press FFto select “Yes”.

•“Search” blinks on the screen and searching begins.

• “Completed” appears once searching is completed.

• If an FM station cannot be preset automatically due to poor reception, use the “Manual tuning” operation ( page 35) to tune in the station, then preset it using the manual “Preset memory” operation ( page 35).

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2 Preset Skip

Preset channels that are not used often can be skipped.

Press

DD HH

to select “Preset Skip”, then press

ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to select the preset memory block.

Press

DD HH

to select the preset channel, then press

FF GG

to set.

2 Preset Name

The preset channels can be given the names you want. (Except the XM channels.)

Press

DD HH

to select “Preset Name”, then press

ENTER.

Press ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select the preset channel, then press

FF GG

to set.

Repeat steps 2 and 3.

AB C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ! ” # % & ’ ( ) *+ , – . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] (space)

Once all the characters have been input, press

ENTER.

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ON, OFF:

Select “OFF” to skip the preset channel, “ON” if you do not want to skip.

When HHis pressed at the very bottom of the screen, then the next preset memory block appears.

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Press

FF GG

to move the cursor (

) to the desired

position, then press

DD HH

to select the character.

Up to 8 characters can be input. The characters that can be input are shown below.

Repeat step 3 to input the preset channel name.

To set the preset channel name back to how it was: q Press

FF GG

to highlight the preset channel, then press

w Press

DD HH

to select “Default Yes”, then press FF.

Press ENTER.

Video Setup

Setting the HDMI In Assignment

Press

DD HH

to select “Video Setup”, then press

ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select “Audio”, then press

FF GG

select where to output the audio signals.

Press

DD HH

to select “HDMI In Assign”, then pr ess

ENTER.

TV:

Output the TV connected to the AVR-987.

AMP:

Output the speakers connected to the AVR-987.

Press ENTER.

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Press

DD HH

to select the input source, then press

to set.

HDMI1, HDMI2:

Assign the HDMI input signal to “HDMI1” (or “HDMI2”).

The HDMI input terminals are assigned for the different input sources. Select the HDMI audio signal playback method.

If no audio signal is included in the input signal: Press

DD HH

to select the input source, then press

to set.

EXT. IN, ANALOG:

If there is no HDMI audio signal, the signal automatically switches to the input from the set terminal.

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• If a monitor is connected with an HDMI cable but the monitor is not compatible with HDMI audio signal playback, only the video signals are output to the monitor from the AVR-987.

• Audio signals input from the analog and digital terminals are not output to the TV.

•With HDMI, the video and audio signals are transferred simultaneously. When HDMI is assigned to an input source, the digital audio input assignment switches to HDMI along with the video input. When this setting is made for input sources to which a digital audio input (COAXIAL or OPTICAL) is previously assigned, the digital audio assignment is set to HDMI. In this case, reassign the digital input using the procedure described at “Digital In Assign” ( page 47).

• It is not possible to make the “HDMI In Assign” settings for the function assigned at “iPod Assign”.

Setting the Component In Assignment

This assigns the component video input terminals for the different input sources.

Press

DD HH

to select “Component In Assign”, then

press ENTER.

Compatible with HDMI1 and HDMI2.

Press ENTER.

• Signals input to the component video input terminal are output simultaneously from component video monitor output terminals 1 and 2.

• It is not possible to make the “Component In Assign” settings for the function assigned at “iPod Assign”.

Press

DD HH

to select the input source, then press

to set.

1-RCA, 2-RCA, 3-RCA:

Assign the “1-RCA” (or “2-RCA” or “3-RCA”) input terminal to the input function.

• If the resolution of the input component video signal is something other than 480i/576i, down-conversion from the component video signal to S-Video or video signals is not possible. If you do not want to use the component video output terminal, connect the player to the S-Video or video input terminal ( page 14, 15).

• When a non-standard video signal from a game machine or some other source is input, the video conversion function might not operate. If this happens, please set the conversion mode to “OFF”.

• When the video conversion function has been used, information such as that of text broadcasts which has been added to the video signal might not be output. If this happens, please set the conversion mode to “OFF”.

Setting the Video Convert

Press

DD HH

to select “Video Convert”, then press

ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select the input source, then press

to set.

ON, OFF:

Select “ON” to use the video conversion function, “OFF” if you do not want to use it.

Press ENTER.

This sets whether or not to use the video conversion function.

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Setting the HDMI Out Setup

Set whether or not to up-convert from analog video signals to HDMI. When this function is used, the format of the signal output from the HDMI terminal can be set.

Press

DD HH

to select “HDMI Out Setup”, then

press ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select the item, then press

FF GG

set.

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Press ENTER.

Analog to HDMI Convert:

• ON: Setting for converting analog video signals into HDMI signals.

• OFF: Setting for not converting analog video signals into HDMI signals.

i/p Convert:

• ON: When the video input signal is a video, S-Video or 480i/576i component video signal, the resolution is converted to 480p/576p and the signal is output from the HDMI monitor output terminal.

• OFF: The video input signal is output as such from the HDMI monitor output terminal without being converted.

Color Space:

• Y Cb Cr: The Y Cb Cr format video signals is output via the HDMI output terminal.

• RGB: The RGB format video signals is output via the HDMI output terminal.

RGB Mode Setup:

• Normal: Signals are output via the HDMI output terminal with a digital RGB video range (data range) of 16 (black) to 235 (white).

• Enhanced: Signals are output via the HDMI output connector with a digital RGB video range (data range) of 0 (black) to 255 (white).

• When the HDMI terminals are connected, the black may seem to stand out, depending on the TV or the monitor. In this case, set this to “Enhanced”.

• When “Y Cb Cr” is selected under “Color Space”, “RGB Mode Setup” will have no effect.

• When “OFF” is selected under “i/p Convert”, the signal is output with the same resolution as input from the video, SVideo and component video terminals. The OSD, however, is output with a resolution of 480i, so use a monitor compatible with this resolution.

• “i/p Convert”, “Color Space” and “RGB Mode Setup” are only displayed when “Analog to HDMI Convert” is set to “ON”.

• When connecting to an HDCP compatible monitor equipped with DVI-D terminal using an HDMI/DVI-D converter cable, the signals are output in RGB format, regardless of the “Color Space” setting.

•To view the on screen display using an HDMI monitor, set “Analog to HDMI Convert” at “HDMI Out Setup” to “ON” (default).

Setting the Audio Delay

Adjust the time delay between the video and audio signals.

Press

DD HH

to select “Audio Delay”, then press

ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to set.

Press ENTER.

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0 ms ~ 200 ms:

Adjust the time delay.

With a movie source, for example, adjust so that the movement of the actors’ lips is synchronized with the sound.

• By default, this menu is not displayed when no digital signals are being input.

•To make this setting for the component video signal, select the delay time and turn the on screen display off, then check that the timing of the component video and audio match.

• The audio delay setting does not apply when playing in the EXT. IN mode or in the analog input direct mode or stereo mode (Front speaker setting “Large”, TONE DEFEAT “ON” and Room EQ “OFF”).

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Setting the On Screen Display (OSD)

Set whether or not to display the on screen display for indications other than the menu screens.

Press

DD HH

to select “On Screen Display”, then

press ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select the item, then press

FF GG

set.

Function/Mode Status:

• ON, OFF: Select “ON” to display the on screen display when the input source is selected, “OFF” if you do not want to display it.

Master Volume Status:

• ON, OFF: Select “ON” to display the on screen display when the main volume is adjusted, “OFF” if you do not want to display it.

Display Mode:

• Mode 1: Flickering is not prevented.

• Mode 2: Prevents flickering of the on screen display when there is no video signal. Use this mode if the on screen display is not displayed in “Mode1”.

Press ENTER.

1 2

Advanced Playback

Setting the 2ch Direct/Stereo

Make the 2-channel direct mode and stereo mode speaker settings.

Press

DD HH

to select “Advanced Playback”, then

press ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select “2ch Direct / Stereo”, then

press ENTER.

• The current settings are displayed.

1 2

Press

DD HH

to select the item, then press

FF GG

set.

Large:

Select this when using large speakers with ample low frequency reproduction capabilities.

Small:

Select this when using small speakers without ample low frequency reproduction capabilities.

Yes, No:

Select “Yes” when a subwoofer is connected, “No” when no subwoofer is connected.

LFE:

For any channel(s) that are set to “Large”, low frequencies in that channel’s corresponding source are directed to that loudspeaker only. The low frequencies played from the subwoofer are only the LFE signals and the low frequencies of channels set to “Small”.

LFE+Main:

Low frequencies from speaker channels that have been set to “Large” are reproduced from those speakers as well as from the subwoofer(s).

Press ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to select “Custom”.

Advanced Setup – Part 1 Advanced Setup – Part 1

Setting the Auto Surround Mode

Set whether or not to store the surround mode last played for the input signal. The surround mode used at last for the 4 types of input signals shown below is stored in the memory, and the signal is automatically played with that surround mode the next time it is input.

q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals (STEREO) w 2-channel signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other multi-

channel format (DOLBY PLIIx Cinema)

e Multi-channel signals of Dolby Digital, DTS or other multi-

channel format (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND)

r PCM multi-channel signals other than Dolby Digital and

DTS (MULTI CH IN) Default settings are indicated in ( ). During playback in the PURE DIRECT mode, the surround mode does not change even if the input signal is changed.

Press

DD HH

to select “Auto Surround Mode”, then

press ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to set.

Press ENTER.

1 2

Setting the Manual Equalizer Setup

Adjust the tone of the various speakers while listening to the playback signals.

Press

DD HH

to select “Manual EQ Setup”, then

press ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to set, then press ENTER.

All CH:

All channels can be adjusted simultaneously.

L/R CH:

The left and right channels of the pair of speakers can be adjusted simultaneously.

Each CH:

The channels can be adjusted separately.

Press

FF GG

to select the speaker.

The display changes as follows.

e Select “All CH”

In this case, speaker selection is not performed.

q Select “L/R CH”

w Select “Each CH”

FL/FR

SBL/SBRCSL/SR

SBR

SBL

SR SL

Press

DD HH

to select the frequency , then pr ess

FF GG

to adjust.

The level of the various frequencies can be adjusted between –20 dB and +6 dB.

1 2

Press ENTER.

(2 speakers)

(1 speaker)

Setting the Dolby Digital Downmix Option Setup

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

Press

DD HH

to select “Dolby Digital Setup”, then

press ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to set.

ON:

The dynamic range is compressed automatically according to the combination of speakers being used. Set “Compression” to “ON” if it seems that sound is distorted because the input level exceeds the allowable input for the front speakers.

OFF:

The dynamic range is not compressed. Normally using in this mode.

Press ENTER.

1 2

• When a center speaker or surround speakers are not connected, the sounds in those channels are directed to the front speakers.

Advanced Setup – Part 1 Advanced Setup – Part 1

• “Base Curve Copy” is displayed after performing the Auto Setup.

Press

DD HH

to select “Base Curve Copy”, then

press FF.

Press FFto select “Yes”, then press ENTER.

• The type of the copied correction curve is displayed in the upper right of this screen.

2 Manually adjusting the room equalizer’s

“Flat” correction curve set with the auto setup procedure

1 2

Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment

To suit your preference, a surround back channel’s power amplifier can be assigned to the front channel (“Front A” or “Front B”) for bi-amp playback, ZONE2.

Press

DD HH

to select “Option Setup”, then press

ENTER.

Option Setup

Press

DD HH

to select “Power Amp Assign”, then

press ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to set.

S. Back:

The surround back speakers are used in MAIN ZONE.

Front A, Front B:

This provides a bi-amp mode for the 2 main front speakers, replicating the front A or front B amplifier channel’s outputs.

ZONE2:

This mode assigns the surround back amplifier channels to provide ZONE2 speaker-level outputs from the surround back speaker terminals.

Press ENTER.

Front Bi-Amp connections

Dynamic sound with a range wider than that of full range systems can be played by connecting bi-amp compatible speakers to the AVR-987. Be sure to consult the owner’s manual of your bi-amp-capable speakers for further information before proceeding.

NOTE:

• When making bi-amp connections, be sure to remove the short-circuiting bar included with the speaker.

1 2 3

SPEAKER

[L]

AVR-987

Advanced Setup – Part 1 Advanced Setup – Part 1

Setting the Volume Control

This sets the volume level of output.

Press

DD HH

to select “Volume Control”, then press

ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select the item, then press

FF GG

set.

Vol. Limit:

Set the volume’s upper limit.

• OFF: If you do not want to set a volume limit, select “OFF”. In this case, the volume can be set to the AVR-987’s maximum volume (output) level of +18 dB, which is extremely loud.

• –20 dB, –10 dB, 0 dB: The volume cannot be increased above the selected levels.

1 2

Mute Lev.:

Set the level of volume attenuation in the mute mode.

• FULL The volume is fully muted.

• –20 dB, –40 dB The volume is lowered 20 dB (or 40 dB) from the current level.

P. On Lev.:

Set the volume level when the power is turned on. You can adjust the MAIN ZONE volume level within the range of –80 to +18 dB (and ZONE2 volume level within the range of –70 to +18 dB).

• LAST The volume set when the AVR-987 was last used is stored in the memory and set when the power is turned on.

• – – – (Mute) The volume is always muted when the power is turned on.

• When the power amplifier is assigned to either of the ZONE2 channels at “Power Amp Assign”, “–VAR–” (only variable) is displayed and the fixed level cannot be set.

Press ENTER.

Setting the Trigger Out

Press

DD HH

to select “Trigger Out”, then press

ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to select “MAIN” or “ZONE2”.

The power supplied from the trigger out jack turns on and off when the power for the set zone is turned on and off.

Press

DD HH

to select the trigger out jacks, then

press ENTER.

Use the DC12V output of the AVR-987’s 2 trigger out jacks in association with the various input sources and surround modes. If “ZONE = MAIN” is selected, settings can be made for the individual surround modes.

Press

DD HH

to select the input source, then press

to set.

ON, OFF:

When that input source is selected, the power supplied from the trigger out jack turns on (or off).

1 2 3

Press ENTER.

When “MAIN” was selected at step 3: Press

DD HH

to select the surround mode, then

press

FF GG

to set.

ON:

If “ON” is selected when an input source set to “ON” is selected, the power supplied from the trigger out jack turns on.

OFF:

If “OFF” is selected when an input source set to “ON” is selected, the power supplied from the trigger out jack turns off.

Advanced Setup – Part 1

Setting the Setup Lock

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

Press

DD HH

to select “Setup Lock”, then press

ENTER.

Press FFto select “ON”, then press ENTER.

• When the setup lock function is activated, the settings listed below cannot be changed, and “SETUP LOCKED!” is displayed when related buttons are operated.

• System setup settings

• Surround parameter settings

•Tone control settings

• Channel level settings (including test tones)

• Room EQ settings

•To unlock, press SYSTEM SETUP again and display the “Setup Lock” screen, then select “OFF” and press ENTER.

1 2

Advanced Setup – Part 2

• If the “Auto Setup” procedure has already been performed, there is no need to make this setting.

• Perform this setting if you wish to make the settings for your speaker systems manually.

Speaker Setup

Press ENTER.

Setting the Speaker Configuration

Automatically set the output component and properties for the various channels according to the combination of speakers to be actually used for surround playback.

Press

DD HH

to select “Speaker Setup”, then press

ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select “Speaker Config.”, then press

ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select the speaker, then press

FF GG

to set.

Large:

Select this when using large speakers with ample low frequency reproduction capabilities.

Small:

Select this when using small speakers without ample low frequency reproduction capabilities.

Yes / No:

Select “Yes” when a subwoofer is connected, “No” when no subwoofer is connected.

None:

Select this when no speaker is connected.

2spkrs / 1spkr:

Select the number of surround back speakers.

1 2 3

A subwoofer with sufficient low frequency playback capability can better handle deep bass than most main and surround speakers, and the system’s overall performance will be greatly enhanced when “Small” is set for the main (front) and surround speakers. When “Front” is set to “Small”, “Subwoofer” is automatically set to “Yes”, and when “Subwoofer” is set to “No”, “Front” is automatically set to “Large”.

About the button names in this explanation

<>: Buttons on the main unit

[]: Buttons on the remote control unit

Button name only :

Buttons on the main unit and remote control unit

ENTER

SYSTEM SETUP

H F

ENTER

H F

ENTER

D H F G

SYSTEM

SETUP

[TEST TONE]

Advanced Setup – Part 2

• 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 Speaker

Front Speaker

Subwoofer

Surround Speaker

Surround back Speaker

Setting the Subwoofer Setup

Select the method of playback of the subwoofer for playing the low bass signals.

Press

DD HH

to select “Subwoofer Setup”, then

press ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to set.

LFE:

LFE+Main:

Low frequencies from speaker channels that have been set to “Large” are reproduced from those speakers as well as from the subwoofer(s).

• The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when and “Yes” is set for the subwoofer in the “Setting the Speaker Configuration”.

• Select the “LFE+Main” mode if you want low frequency signals to always be played from the subwoofer channel.

• Select the mode achieving a voluminous bass sound when playing music or movie sources.

Press ENTER.

1 2

Setting the Distance

This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer according to the listening position.

Preparations:

Measure the distances between the listening position and the speakers (L1 to L8 on the diagram at the below).

Press

DD HH

to select “Distance”, then press

ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to select “Meters” or “Feet”.

C FRFL

Listening position

SL SR

SBL SBR

1 2

Advanced Setup – Part 2

Advanced Setup – Part 2 Advanced Setup – Part 2

Press

DD HH

to select the speaker, then press

FF GG

to set.

Press ENTER.

Set the volume of the various speakers so that the sound output from the speakers and the subwoofer seems to have the same volume level.

Press

DD HH

to select “Channel Level”, then press

ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select “Test Tone Start”, then press

to select “Yes”.

Press

FF GG

to set.

When “Auto” mode is selected: Press

FF GG

to adjust the volume.

•Test tones are output automatically, in the order shown below.

Auto:

Adjust the level while listening to the test tones produced automatically from each speaker. Test tones are automatically emitted from each speaker.

Manual:

Adjust with the speaker from which the test tone is output switched manually.

SBL

SBR

Setting the Channel Level

The volume can be adjusted within the range –12 dB to +12 dB.

When “Manual” mode is selected: Press

DD HH

to select the speaker, then press

FF GG

to adjust the volume.

Press ENTER.

1 2

3 4

-1

-2

(2 speakers)

(1 speaker)

-1

-2

•To cancel the setting, press HHand select “Level Clear”, then press FFand select “Yes”.

•To adjust the channel level separately for the different play modes after setting the channel level, perform the operation on page 34.

•Press DDto select “Step”, then press

FF GG

to change the

amount of variation if so desired.

• The distance changes in units of 1 foot (0.1 meters) or 0.1 foot (0.01 meters) each time the button is pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance.

• 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 such cases, move the appropriate speaker to the position of the displayed value.

..... L1

..... L2

..... L3

..... L4

..... L5

..... L6

..... L7

..... L8

Advanced Setup – Part 2 Advanced Setup – Part 2

2 Adjusting the test tone using the remote

control unit

Adjustment of the test tones using the remote control unit is only possible in the “Auto” mode and only valid in the STANDARD (Dolby Surround and DTS Surround) mode. The adjusted levels are automatically stored for the different surround modes.

Press [TEST TONE].

•Test tones are output from the different speakers.

Press [TEST TONE].

Press

FF GG

to adjust the volume.

1 2

Setting the Crossover Frequency

Set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer. For speakers that are set to “Small”, frequencies under the crossover frequency are cut before the signal is output, and the low frequency component that was cut is output from the subwoofer or the speakers that are set to “Large”.

Press

DD HH

to select “Crossover Frequency”, then

press ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to set.

40, 60, 80, 90, 100, 110, 120, 150, 200, 250 Hz:

Set as desired according to your speakers’ bass playback ability.

Advanced:

The crossover frequency can be set individually for the different speakers.

Press ENTER.

• The crossover frequency mode is valid only when subwoofer is set to “ON”, and when one or more speakers are set to “Small”, as described in section “Setting the Speaker Configuration” ( page 56, 57).

• If “LFE+Main” is set at “Subwoofer Setup”, “SW:LFE+Main” ( page 57) is displayed at the top right of the screen.

• Set to “80 Hz” when using regular speakers. When using small speakers, we recommend setting to a higher frequency.

• If “LFE” is selected at “Setting the Subwoofer Setup” ( page 57), the frequencies can only be selected for speakers set to “Small” at “Setting the Speaker Configuration” ( page 56, 57).

• If “LFE+Main” is set at “Setting the Subwoofer Setup” ( page 57), the frequencies can be selected regardless of the speaker size setting.

Press

FF GG

to select “Advanced” at the

“Crossover Frequency” screen.

Press

DD HH

to select the speaker, then press

FF GG

to set.

1 2

2 Setting the crossover frequency individually

for the different channels

Press ENTER.

Advanced Setup – Part 2 Advanced Setup – Part 2

Others Setup

Setting the Room Equalizer Setup

Set the Room Equalizer setting with “All” or “Assign” for each surround mode.

Press

FF GG

to set, then press ENTER.

All:

Sets the equalizer for all surround modes.

Assign:

Sets the equalizer individually for each surround mode ( page 24).

Setting the Direct Mode Setup

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

Press

DD HH

to select “Direct Mode Setup”, then

press ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to set.

When “All” is selected: Press

FF GG

to set.

OFF:

The equalizer is not used.

Audyssey:

Adjusts the frequency response of all speakers to correct the effects of room acoustics.

Front:

Adjusts the frequency response of the surround speakers to match the characteristics of the front channel speakers.

Flat:

Adjusts the frequency response of all speakers to the flattest response. This mode is suitable for multi-channel music surround sound sources.

Manual:

Selects the setting value that was set in the “Setting the Manual Equalizer Setup” ( page 53, 54).

• The equalizer setting of “Audyssey”, “Front” and “Flat” can be selected after performing the Auto Setup.

• When the speaker set as “None” with the Auto Setup is changed to on manually, the equalizer of “Audyssey”, “Front” and “Flat” cannot be used.

• When headphones are connected, the Room Equalizer cannot be used.

1 2

Press

DD HH

to select “Room EQ Setup”, then press

ENTER.

1 2

ON, OFF:

Select “ON” to use the room equalizer, “OFF” if you do not want to use it.

Press ENTER.

Advanced Setup – Part 2 Advanced Setup – Part 2

Check the parameter

Press

DD HH

to select “Parameter Check”, then

press ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select the type of equalizer, then

press ENTER.

Press

DD HH

to select the item, then press ENTER.

For instructions on checking the results of each item ( page 12).

Press

DD HH

to select “EQ Parameter Check”, then

press ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to select the speaker.

The display is only an approximate picture of the response and that correction is happening at all frequencies.

2 3

4 5

•To reset: Press

DD HH

to select “Restore” at the “Parameter Check”

screen, then press FF.

Setting the MIC Input Select

Sets whether the setup microphone is connected to the pin jack (V. AUX L channel) or mini jack (SETUP MIC).

Press

DD HH

to select “Mic Input Select”, then press

ENTER.

Press

FF GG

to set.

1 2

Press ENTER.

Mic:

Select this to use the included microphone. Normally set to this setting.

V.Aux L:

Select this when using a microphone other than the one included.

Operating the remote control unit

Operating DENON audio components

Set [MODE1] to “AUDIO”.

• It may not be possible to use some of the buttons, depending on the model and age of your equipment.

Set [MODE2] to the position for the component to be operated (CD, CD-R/MD or TAPE).

[MODE1]

[MODE2]

Setting the preset memory function

• DENON and other makes of components can be operated by setting the preset memory.

•This remote control unit can be used to operate components of other manufacturers without using the learning function by registering the manufacturer of the component as shown in the list of preset codes ( End of this manual).

• Operation is not possible for some models.

Operate the audio component.

For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions. While this remote control is compatible with a wide range of infrared controlled components, it may be the case that some component models cannot be operated with this remote control.

Set [MODE1] to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.

Set [MODE2] to the component to be registered.

Set to the AUDIO side for the CD, TAPE or CD-R/MD position, and to the VIDEO side for the DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.

Press [ZONE2 OFF] and [ZONE1 (MAIN) ON] at the same time.

• The indicator starts flashing.

Referring to the included list of preset codes, press [NUMBER] to input the preset code (a 3digit number) for the manufacturer of the component whose signals you want to store in the memory.

To store the codes of another component in the memory, repeat steps 1 to 4.

• The signals for the pressed buttons are emitted while setting the preset memory. To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote control unit’s transmitting window while setting the preset memory.

• Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function cannot be used for some models, even if they are of makes listed in the list of preset codes.

• Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote control code. Refer to the included list of preset codes to change the number and verify correct operation.

•The preset memory can be set for one component only among the following: CD-R/MD, DVD/VDP and DBS/CABLE.

[ZONE2 OFF]

[NUMBER]

[ZONE1 (MAIN) ON]

Operating the remote control unit Operating the remote control unit

Operating a component stored in the preset memory

Set [MODE2] to the component you want to operate.

Set [MODE1] to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.

Set to the AUDIO side for the CD, TAPE or CD-R/MD position, and to the VIDEO side for the DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.

Operate the component.

For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions. Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit.

CHANNEL+, –

AUDIO

ENTER

RETURN MENU

MODE2

ON/SOURCE

H F

DISPLAY

MODE1

SETUP

SHIFT

1, 2, 3

A/B, 0, SKIP+

6 7, 8 9

VCR CHANNEL + –

OFF

ENTER

AUDIO

SETUP

RETURN

CURSOR

0 ~ 9, +10

TV/VCR

DISPLAY

TUNING+ –, MODE,

BAND, MEMORY,

TV VOL+ –, MENU,

PICTURE, ADJUST,

SUBTITLE

Front

Device operated

VIDEO

MEMORY/

SUBTITLE

SETUP

OFF

Operating the remote control unit Operating the remote control unit

ENTER

DD HH FF GG

RETURN

DISPLAY

SETUP

DISC SKIP +

A / B

VCR CHANNEL

+– /

CHANNEL +–

SHIFT

ON / SOURCE

MODE1

(Monitor)

Satellite tuner

or Cable TV

Video deckVideo disc playerDVD playerTape deck

CD recorder

MD recorder

CD player

2 Functions of buttons for the different devices

––

Return

–

Return

––

Play

Manual search

(forward/reverse)

Auto search (to

beginning of track)

–

Pause

Stop

Play

Manual search

(forward/reverse)

Auto search (to

beginning of track)

–

Pause

Stop

Play

Manual search

(forward/reverse)

Auto search (to

beginning of track)

Power on/Standby

Setup

Pause

Stop

Play

Manual search

(forward/reverse)

Auto search (to

beginning of track)

Power on/Standby

–

Pause

Stop

–

Power on/Standby

–

Play

Fast forward/

Reverse

–

Stop

Play

Manual search

(forward/reverse)

Channel selection

Power on/Standby

–

Pause

Stop

–

Enter

Display selection

Cursor operation

–

Enter

Display selection

Cursor operation

–

–– – –

Channel selection

–

Station selection

–– – – –

Reverse play

–

–– – – –

A/B switching

–

Disc skip (for

CD changer only)

–

Disc skip (for DVD

changer only)

––––

Return

–

Power on/Standby

–

Enter

Display selection

Cursor operation

Channel selection

–

CD DVD / VDP DBS / CABLECD-R / MD VCRTAPE TVMODE2

–

Power OFF

––––––

AUDIO

––

Audio function

–––––

AUDIO

ENTER

DD HH FF GG

RETURN

DISPLAY

MODE/MENU

TV / VCR

TUNING /

TV VOL +–

BAND/PICTURE

ADJUST

0 ~ 9, +10

––

Return

–

Return

–

TV Volume control

Picture ADJUST

TV Volume control

–

DBS/CABLE

Volume control

–

TV Volume control

–

Number input/ Track

selection

Enter

Display selection

Cursor operation

Number input/ Track

selection

–

Channels

Enter

Display selection

Cursor operation

–

––

Input mode selection Input mode selection Input mode selectionInput mode selection

Return

TV Volume control

–

Channels

Enter

Display selection

Cursor operation

Input mode selection

AUDIO

––

Audio function

––

–

––

–– Subtitle – –

–

––

Setup

––

–

––

Special remarks

q, w

q, e

Default setting

(preset code)

DENON

(111)

DENON CD-R

(111)

DENON

(111)

––

DENON

(111)

HITACHI

(108)

HITACHI

(134)

Rear

–

Special remarks:

q It is only possible to set the preset memory for one

device per mode. When a new code is preset, the previous code is automatically deleted.

w Note that the function names of the DVD buttons

on the remote control unit may differ for some brands. Check beforehand.

e The CD, VCR or DVD buttons can be assigned to a

TV or satellite tuner (or cable TV) ( page 65).

Operating the remote control unit Operating the remote control unit

Setting the punch through function

Set [MODE1] to “VIDEO”.

Set [MODE2] to the component to be registered (DBS/CABLE or TV).

Press [MEMORY] and [INPUT] at the same time.

•The indicator starts flashing.

Input the number of the component you want to set.

3 4

No. CD 1 TAPE 2 CD-R/MD 3 DVD/VDP 4 VCR 5 No setting 0

“Punch Through” is a function allowing you to operate the PLAY, STOP, MANUAL SEARCH and AUTO SEARCH on CD, TAPE, CD-

R/MD, DVD/VDP or VCR components when in the DBS/CABLE or TV mode. By default, nothing is set.

[MODE1]

[MODE2]

[INPUT]

[NUMBER]

[MEMORY]

Additional Information

Examples of speaker layouts

Below we introduce examples of speaker layouts. Refer to these to arrange your speakers according to their type and how you want to use them.

[1] Using surround back speaker(s)

q When mainly playing movies

Recommended when your surround speakers are single or 2-way speakers.

Subwoofer

Surround back speakers

Front speakers

60°

Monitor

Center speaker

[As seen from above]

Surround speakers

Surround speaker

Front speaker

2 to 3 feet

[As seen from the side]

Surround back speaker

Point slightly

downwards

Additional Information

About the speakers

Surround back speakers

Sound position directly to the rear can be achieved easily by adding a surround back speaker to a 5.1-channel system. In addition, the acoustic image extending between the sides and the rear is narrowed, thus greatly improving the expression of the surround signals for sounds moving from the sides to the back and from the front to the point directly behind the listening position.

FL C

SR chSL ch

Change of positioning and acoustic image

with 5.1-channel systems

Movement of acoustic image from SR to SL

FL C

SL ch SR ch

SB ch

Change of positioning and acoustic image

with 6.1-channel systems

Movement of acoustic image from SR to SB to SL

In addition to sources recorded in 6.1-channels, the surround effect of conventional 2- to 5.1-channel sources can also be enhanced.

2 Number of surround back speakers

We recommend using 2 speakers. When using dipolar speakers in particular, be sure to use 2 speakers.

2 Placement of the surround left and right

channels when using surround back speakers

We recommend installing the speakers for the surround “L” and “R” channels a bit forward.

w When playing movies and musics

Surround back

[As seen from above]

Surround

speaker

Front speaker

2 to 3 feet

[ As seen from the side ]

Surround back speaker

Point slightly downwards

45° ~ 60°

Surround speakers

Subwoofer

Front speakers

Monitor

Center speaker

Surround speakers

[ As seen from above ]

[ As seen from the side ]

Front speaker

2 to 3 feet

Surround speaker

60°

[2]

When not using surround back speakers

Subwoofer

Monitor

Front speakers

Center speaker

speakers

120°

Additional Information Additional Information

2 Sources recorded in Dolby Surround

Sources recorded in Dolby Surround are indicated with the following logo marks. Dolby Surround support mark:

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

The AVR-987 is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie theater.

Surround

Dolby Surround

[1] Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital is the multi-channel digital signal format developed by Dolby Laboratories. A total of 5.1-channels are played: 3 front channels (“FL”, “FR” and “C”), 2 surround channels (“SL” and “SR”) and the “LFE” channel for low frequencies. Because of this, there is no crosstalk between channels and a realistic sound field with a “three-dimensional” feeling (sense of distance, movement and positioning) is achieved. A real, overpowering sense of presence is achieved when playing movie sources in AV rooms as well.

[2] Dolby Pro Logic II

Dolby Pro Logic II is a matrix decoding technology developed by Dolby Laboratories. Regular music such as that on CDs is encoded into 5 channels to achieve an excellent surround effect. The surround channel signals are converted into stereo and full band signals (with a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater) to create a “three-dimensional” sound image offering a rich sense of presence for all stereo sources.

[3] Dolby Pro Logic II x

Dolby Pro Logic IIx is a further improved version of the Dolby Pro Logic II matrix decoding technology. Audio signals recorded in 2 channels are decoded to achieve a natural sound with up to 7.1-channels. There are 3 modes: “Music” suited for playing music, “Cinema” suited for playing movies, and “Game” which is optimum for playing games.

MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. U.S. PAT. NO’S. 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535 AND OTHER U.S. AND WORLD–WIDE PATENTS ISSUED AND PENDING. “DTS”, “DTS–ES”, “Neo:6”, AND “DTS 96/24” ARE TRADEMARKS OF DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. © 1996, 2003 DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

DTS Digital Surround

DTS Digital Surround is a digital surround format developed by Digital Theater Systems of the United States. The number of playback channels and the playing band is the same as for Dolby Digital (5.1-channels). The compression rate of the audio data when it was recorded on the medium is lower than for Dolby Digital, so there is more information when the data is decoded, resulting in richer, clearer sound quality.

DTS-ES™

DTS-ES is a new surround format developed by Digital Theater Systems. A sound image and sense of positioning can be achieved by adding a surround back (“SB”) channel to the conventional 5.1channels.

DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1:

This is the latest format, in which all 6.1-channels, including the “SB” channel, are recorded independently. Since the different channels are independent, the sound can be designed with total freedom.

DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1:

With this format, the “SB” channel is matrix-encoded and inserted into the “SL” and “SR” channels, then decoded for the “SL”, “SR” and “SB” channels upon playback. This achieves a surround sound more faithful to the artist’s sound design intentions than with conventional 5.1- or 6.1-channel systems.

DTS NEO:6 surround

This is a matrix decoding technology for 6.1-channel surround playback of 2-channel sources. The optimum decoding for the type of signal source to be played can be selected. There are 2 modes.

DTS NEO:6 CINEMA:

This mode is suited for playing movies. It achieves the same type of sound as in a movie theater, even with 2 channels.

DTS NEO:6 MUSIC:

This mode is suited for playing music. A natural sense of expansion is added to the sound field.

DTS 96/24

DTS 96/24 is a multi-channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems. The sampling frequency is raised to achieve 5.1-channel playback with high quality sound (sampling frequency: 96 kHz, quantization: 24 bits).

Additional Information Additional Information

HDMI (High Definition Multimedia Interface)

HDMI is a digital interface standard for next generation TVs based on DVI (Digital Visual Interface) standards and optimized for use in consumer equipment. Non-compressed digital video and multi-channel audio signals are transmitted with a single connection. HDMI is also compatible with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents Protection), a technology for protecting copyrights that encrypts digital video signals in the same was as with DVI.

• “HDMI”, “ ” and “High-Definition Multimedia Interface” are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.

AL24 Processing Plus

AL24 Processing Plus is an analog waveform reproduction technology compatible with sampling frequencies of 192 kHz. This brings the sound closer to that of analog waveforms and improves the ability to play sound at low volumes with reverberations that are normally absorbed by the hall.

Audyssey MultEQ XT

Audyssey MultEQ XT is a technology designed to provide the optimum listening environment for multiple listeners within the listening area. Test data collected from multiple listening points is analyzed comprehensively and equalization that improves the sound quality for the entire listening area is performed. Audyssey MultEQ XT not only corrects frequency response problems in large listening areas, it also fully automates the surround system setup. For a detailed description, see page 9.

• Audyssey MultEQ XT is a trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. It is licensed under US and National Patent Applications 20030235318 and 10/700,220. Additional U.S. and Foreign Patents pending. MultEQ and the Audyssey MultEQ logo are trademarks of Audyssey Laboratories, Inc.. All rights reserved.

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Troubleshooting

If a problem should arise, first check the following.

1. Are the connections correct?

2. Have you operated the receiver according to the Operating Instructions?

3. Are the speakers and other components operating properly?

If this unit is not operating properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist, there may be a malfunction. Disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.

Display not lit and sound not produced when POWER switch set to on.

• Power supply cord not plugged in securely.

• Check the insertion of the power supply cord plug.

Display lit but sound not produced.

• Speaker cables not securely connected.

• FUNCTION knob position is not appropriate.

•Volume control set to minimum.

• MUTING is on.

• No digital signal is being input.

• Connect securely.

•Switch to the proper position.

•Turn volume up to suitable level.

• Switch off MUTING.

•Properly select a digital signal input source.

23 24 47

Nothing is displayed on monitor.

•AVR-987’s video output terminals and monitor’s input terminals are not properly connected.

• Monitor’s input setting is wrong.

• The PURE DIRECT mode is set.

• Player connected with component terminal, TV connected with video terminal (yellow) or S-Video terminal.

• Check that the connections are correct.

• Set the monitor’s input selector to the terminals to which video signals are connected.

• Set a surround mode other than the PURE DIRECT mode.

• Down-conversion is not possible for progressive video signals. Make the interlace settings on the player.

13 ~ 22

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No DTS sound is produced.

• DVD player’s audio output setting is not set to bit stream.

• DVD player is not DTS-compatible.

•AVR-987’s input setting is set to analog

• Make the DVD player’s default settings.

• Use a DTS-compatible player.

• Set to “AUTO” or “DTS”.

—

— 23

Copying from DVD to VCR is not possible.

• Copying between a source such as DVD and a VCR is not usually possible, as DVDs are often encoded with copy-protection signals that prevent VCR recording.

• Copying is not possible. —

No sound is produced from subwoofer.

• Subwoofer’s power is not on.

• Subwoofer’s initial setting is set to “NO”.

• Subwoofer’s output is not connected.

• The subwoofer’s channel volume level is set to “OFF”.

•Turn on the power.

• Set the setting to “YES”.

• Connect properly.

•Turn the subwoofer’s channel volume level up.

— 57

7, 22

This unit does not operate properly when remote control unit is used.

• Batteries dead.

•Remote control unit too far from this unit.

• Obstacle between this unit and remote control unit.

• Different button is being pressed.

•

< and > ends of batteries inserted

in reverse.

• Replace with new batteries.

• Move closer.

• Remove obstacle.

•Press the proper button.

• Insert batteries properly.

3 3

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Power has turned off and the power indicator is blinking red.

• The set’s internal temperature has risen and the protection circuit has been activated.

• The core wires of the speaker cables are touching each other or the AVR-987’s rear panel, activating the protection circuit.

•AVR-987 is malfunctioning.

• Put the AVR-987 in a wellventilated place.

•Turn off the power, then wait for the set to fully cool off before turning the power back on.

• Check the connections of all the speaker cables.

•Turn off the power and contact a DENON customer service center.

An image is not projected with an HDMI connection.

•AVR-987’s HDMI output terminals and monitor’s input terminals are not properly connected.

• No HDMI signal is being input.

• The connected monitor equipment or other equipments do not support HDCP.

• The output format of the connected player (HDMI FORMAT) does not match the supported input format of connected monitor equipments.

• Check the HDMI connection.

•Properly select HDMI signal input source.

• The AVR-987 will not output video signal unless the other equipment supports HDCP.

•Check whether the output format of the connected player (HDMI FORMAT) matches the supported input format of connected monitor equipments.

49, 50

The HDMI audio is not output.

• The AVR-987 does not play HDMI audio signals.

• The HDMI audio signals are not output from the connected monitor device.

• Set the HDMI audio playback setting at the “HDMI In Assign” settings to “AMP”.

• Set the HDMI audio playback setting at the “HDMI In Assign” settings to “TV”.

No test tones are produced.

• Surround mode is set to a mode other than Dolby/DTS Surround.

• Set to Dolby/DTS Surround. —

No sound is produced from surround speakers.

• Surround mode is set to “STEREO”.

• Set to a mode other than “STEREO”.

—

Sound is only produced from the center speaker.

•You are playing a monaural source (TV, AM radio broadcast, etc.) in the DOLBY/DTS SURROUND mode.

• When playing monaural sources, select a surround mode other than DOLBY/DTS SURROUND mode.

32, 33

“DOLBY DIGITAL” is not displayed.

• DVD player’s digital audio output setting is not proper.

•Check the DVD player’s audio output setting. For details, see the DVD player’s operating instructions.

—

20“CHECK ANTENNA” is displayed in the XM mode.

•AVR-987’s XM connectors and the XM Connect-and-Play antenna is not properly connected.

• Check that the connection are correct.

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Troubleshooting Specifications

Specifications

2 Audio section

• Power amplifier Rated output: Front (A, B):

110 W + 110 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.) 140 W + 140 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)

Center:

110 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.) 140 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)

Surround:

110 W + 110 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.) 140 W + 140 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)

Surround Back:

110 W + 110 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.) 140 W + 140 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)

Dynamic power: 120 W x 2 ch (8 Ω/ohms)

170 W x 2 ch (4 Ω/ohms)

Output terminals: Front: A or B 6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms

A + B 8 ~ 16 Ω/ohms

Center, Surround, Surr. Back 6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms

• Analog Input sensitivity / input impedance: 200 mV / 47 kΩ/kohms Frequency response: 10 Hz ~ 100 kHz: +0, –3 dB (DIRECT mode) S/N: 102 dB (DIRECT mode) Distortion: 0.005% (20 Hz ~ 20 kHz) (DIRECT mode) Rated output: 1.2 V

• Digital D/A output: Rated output — 2 V (at 0 dB playback)

Total harmonic distortion — 0.008 % (1 kHz, at 0 dB) S/N ratio — 102 dB Dynamic range — 96 dB

Digital input: Format — Digital audio interface

• Phono equalizer (PHONO input — REC OUT) Input sensitivity: 2.5 mV RIAA deviation: ±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz) S/N: 74 dB (A weighting, with 5 mV input) Rated output / Maximum output: 150 mV / 8 V Distortion factor: 0.03% (1 kHz, 3 V)

2 Video section

• Standard video terminals Input / output level and impedance: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 10 MHz — +0, –3 dB

• S-Video terminals Input / output level and impedance: Y (brightness) signal — 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms

C (color) signal — 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms

Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 10 MHz — +0, –3 dB

• Color component video terminal Input / output level and impedance: Y (brightness) signal — 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms

B/CB signal — 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms

R/CR signal — 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms

Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 100 MHz — +0, –3 dB

2 Tuner section [FM] [AM]

(note: µV at 75 Ω/ohms, 0 dBf = 1 x 10

–15

Receiving Range: 87.5 MHz ~ 107.9 MHz 520 kHz ~ 1710 kHz Usable Sensitivity: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf) 18 µV 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: MONO 1.6 µV (15.3 dBf)

STEREO 23 µV (38.5 dBf)

S/N (IHF-A): MONO 77 dB

STEREO 72 dB

Total Harmonic Distortion (at 1 kHz): MONO 0.15%

STEREO 0.3%

2 General

Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption: 6.0 A

1 W Max (Standby)

Maximum external dimensions: 434 (W) x 171 (H) x 429 (D) mm (17-3/32” x 6-47/64” x 16-57/64”) Mass: 14.0 kg (30 lbs 13.84 oz)

2 Remote control unit (RC-1051)

Batteries: R6P/AA Type (2 batteries) External dimensions: 52 (W) x 243 (H) x 21 (D) mm (2-3/64” x 9-9/16” x 53/64”) Mass: 175 g (Approx. 6.1 oz) (included batteries)

* For purposes of improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

“NO SIGNAL” is displayed in the XM mode.

• The signal cannot be received. • Reposition your XM Connect-andPlay antenna.

“OFF AIR” is displayed in the XM mode.

• The selected channel is not

currently broadcasting.

• Select the another channel.

Receiving only XM channels 0 and 1.

• The XM Tuner is not activated. • Contact XM Radio.

2 List of preset codes

JC Penny 004, 005, 007, 023, 028, 049, 062, 085,

087, 088

Jensen 013, 026

JVC 004, 005, 006, 026, 029, 043, 044, 045,

046, 085

Kenwood 004, 005, 006, 026, 029, 033, 045, 085,

090

Kodak 088

Lloyd 009, 094

LXI 088

Magnavox 015, 016, 042, 049, 063, 106

Magnin 087

Marantz 004, 005, 006, 015, 042, 049, 085, 090

Marta 088

MEI 049

Memorex 009, 033, 049, 053, 060, 081, 087, 088,

091, 094, 115

Metz 123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128

MGA 001, 017, 027, 041, 097

MGN Technology 087

Midland 011

Minolta 013, 023

Mitsubishi 001, 003, 008, 013, 014, 017, 027, 029,

039, 040, 041, 045, 097

Motorola 081

Montgomery Ward

001, 002, 007, 009, 049, 063, 081, 115,

117

MTC 009, 087, 094

Multitech 007, 009, 011, 087, 090, 094

NAD 038

NEC 004, 005, 006, 018, 026, 029, 045, 061,

062, 085

Nikko 088

Noblex 087

Optimus 081, 088

DVD

Denon 014, *[111]

Aiwa 009

Hitachi 010

JVC 006, 011

Konka 012, 013

Magnavox 005

Mitsubishi 004

Panasonic 014

Philips 005, 015, 016, 017

Pioneer 003, 008

Sanyo 018

Sony 002, 019, 020

Toshiba 001, 021, 022

Zenith 023

VDP

Denon 028, 029, 112

Magnavox 026

Mitsubishi 028

Panasonic 029, 030

Philips 026

Pioneer 028, 031

RCA 032

Sony 033, 034, 035, 036

VCR

Admiral 081

Aiko 095

Aiwa 009

Akai 026, 027, 070, 072, 082, 083, 084

Alba 055

Amstrad 009

ASA 042

Asha 087

Audio Dynamic 005, 085

Audiovox 088

Beaumark 087

Broksonic 086, 093

Calix 088

Candle 006, 087, 088, 089, 090

Canon 049, 057

Capehart 025, 055, 056, 071

Carver 015

CCE 095

Citizen 006, 007, 087, 088, 089, 090, 095

Craig 007, 087, 088, 091, 115

Curtis Mathes 006, 049, 073, 080, 087, 090, 092

Cybernex 087

Daewoo 025, 055, 059, 074, 089, 093, 095, 096

Daytron 025, 055

DBX 005, 085

Dumont 053

Dynatech 009

Electrohome 001, 088, 097

Electrophonic 088

Emerson 001, 009, 017, 027, 086, 088, 089, 092,

093, 097, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 117

Fisher 009, 028, 031, 053, 054, 091, 099, 115

GE 007, 011, 049, 050, 051, 052, 073, 080,

087

Go Video 047, 048

Goldstar 000, 006, 012, 062, 088

Gradiente 094

Grundig 042

Harley Davidson 094

Harman Kardon 040, 062

Hi-Q 091

Hitachi 009, 013, 023, 026, 058, *[108], 109,

110, 111

PRESET CODE

Optonica 021

Panasonic 024, 049, 064, 066, 067, 068, 069, 107

Perdio 009

Pentax 009, 013, 023, 058, 090

Philco 015, 016, 049

Philips 015, 021, 042, 049, 105

Pilot 088

Pioneer 005, 013, 029, 036, 037, 038, 045, 085

Portland 025, 055, 090

Proscan 063, 080

Pulsar 060

Quartz 033

Quasar 034, 035, 049

Radio Shack 001, 002, 021, 081, 087, 088, 091, 094,

097, 098, 115

Radix 088

Randex 088

RCA 007, 013, 019, 023, 058, 063, 064, 065,

073, 080, 082, 087

Realistic 009, 021, 031, 033, 049, 053, 081, 087,

088, 091, 094, 097, 098

Ricoh 055

Salora 033, 041

Samsung 007, 011, 051, 059, 070, 083, 087, 089,

113

Sanky 081

Sansui 005, 026, 029, 045, 061, 085, 114

Sanyo 032, 033, 053, 087, 091, 115, 116

SBR 042

Scott 017, 020, 086, 089, 093, 117

Sears 013, 023, 028, 031, 033, 053, 054, 088,

091, 098, 099, 115

Sentra 055

Sharp 001, 002, 021, 097

Shogun 087

Sony 075, 076, 077, 078, 079, 121, 122

STS 023

Sylvania 009, 015, 016, 017, 041, 049, 094

Symphonic 009, 094

Tand y 009

Tashiko 009, 088

Tatung 004, 026, 030

Teac 004, 009, 026, 094

Technics 024, 049

Teknika 009, 010, 022, 049, 088, 094

TMK 087, 092

Toshiba 013, 017, 020, 041, 059, 089, 098, 099,

117

Totevision 007, 087, 088

Unirech 087

Vecrtor Research 005, 062, 085, 089, 090

Victor 005, 045, 046, 085

Video Concepts 005, 027, 085, 089, 090

Videosonic 007, 087

Wards 013, 021, 023, 087, 088, 089, 091, 094,

097, 118, 119, 120

XR-1000 094

Yamaha 004, 005, 006, 026, 062, 085

Zenith 060, 078, 079

Admiral 045, 121

Adventura 122

Aiko 054

Akai 016, 027, 046

Alleron 062

A-Mark 007

Amtron 061

Anam 006, 007, 036

Anam National 061, 147

AOC 003, 007, 033, 038, 039, 047, 048, 049,

133

Archer 007

Audiovox 007, 061

Bauer 155

Belcor 047

Bell & Howell 045, 118

Bradford 061

Brockwood 003, 047

Candle 003, 030, 031, 032, 038, 047, 049, 050,

122

Capehart 003

Celebrity 046

Circuit City 003

Citizen 029, 030, 031, 032, 034, 038, 047, 049,

050, 054, 061, 095, 122, 123

Concerto 031, 047, 049

Colortyme 003, 047, 049, 135

Contec 013, 051, 052, 061

Cony 051, 052, 061

Craig 004, 061

Crown 029

Curtis Mathes 029, 034, 038, 044, 047, 049, 053, 095,

118

Daewoo 027, 029, 039, 048, 049, 054, 055, 106,

107, 137

Daytron 003, 049

Dimensia 044

Dixi 007, 015, 027

Electroband 046

Electrohome 029, 056, 057, 058, 147

Elta 027

Emerson 029, 051, 059, 060, 061, 062, 118, 123,

124, 139, 148

Envision 038

Etron 027

Fisher 014, 021, 063, 064, 065, 118

Formenti 155

Fortress 012

Fujitsu 004, 062

Funai 004, 062

PRESET CODE

Futuretech 004

GE 020, 036, 037, 040, 044, 058, 066, 088,

119, 120, 125, 147

Goldstar 000, 015, 029, 031, 039, 048, 051, 056,

057, 067, 068, 069, 116

Grundy 062

Hitachi 029, 031, 051, 052, 070, 111, 112, 113,

124, *[134]

Hitachi Pay TV 151

Infinity 017, 071

Janeil 122

JBL 017, 071

JC Penny 020, 034, 039, 040, 041, 044, 048, 050,

058, 066, 069, 076, 088, 090, 095, 125,

136, 159

JCB 046

JVC 019, 051, 052, 072, 073, 091, 117, 126

Kawasho 018, 046

Kenwood 038, 056, 057

Kloss 010, 032

Kloss Novabeam 005, 122, 127, 131

KTV 074, 123

Loewe 071

Logik 144

Luxman 031

LXI 008, 014, 017, 024, 040, 044, 063, 071,

075, 076, 077, 118, 125

Magnavox 005, 010, 017, 030, 033, 038, 050, 056,

071, 078, 079, 085, 089, 108, 109, 110,

127, 131, 132, 145

Marantz 015, 017, 071, 080

Matsui 027

Memorex 014, 027, 045, 083, 118, 144

Metz 160, 161, 162, 163

MGA 001, 039, 048, 056, 057, 058, 065, 081,

083

Midland 125

Minutz 066

Mitsubishi 001, 016, 039, 048, 056, 057, 058, 065,

081, 082, 083, 105

Montgomery Ward

011, 020, 144, 145, 146

Motorola 121, 147

MTC 031, 034, 039, 048, 095

NAD 008, 075, 076, 128

National 002, 036, 061, 147

National Quenties

002

NEC 031, 038, 039, 048, 057, 084, 086, 135,

147

Nikko 054

NTC 054

Optimus 128

Optonica 011, 012, 093, 121

Orion 004, 139

Panasonic 002, 009, 017, 036, 037, 071, 141, 143,

147

Philco 005, 010, 030, 050, 051, 056, 079, 085,

127, 131, 132, 145, 147

Philips 005, 015, 017, 050, 051, 056, 078, 087,

088, 089, 131, 132, 147

Pioneer 124, 128, 142

Portland 054

Price Club 095

Proscan 040, 044, 125

Proton 035, 051, 092, 129

Pulsar 042

Quasar 036, 037, 074, 141

Radio Shack 011, 044, 063, 093, 118

RCA 040, 044, 125, 130, 137, 151, 152

Realistic 014, 063, 093, 118

Saisho 027

Samsung 003, 015, 034, 053, 055, 057, 094, 095,

136, 153

Sansui 139

Sanyo 013, 014, 021, 022, 063, 064, 081, 096

PRESET CODE

SBR 015

Schneider 015

Scott 062

Sears 008, 014, 021, 022, 023, 024, 025, 040,

052, 057, 062, 063, 064, 065, 073, 075,

076, 097, 098, 125, 159

Sharp 011, 012, 013, 026, 093, 099, 100, 104,

121

Siemens 013

Signature 045, 144

Simpson 050

Sony 043, 046, 138, 146, 150

Soundesign 030, 050, 062

Spectricon 007, 033

Squareview 004

Supre-Macy 032, 122

Supreme 046

Sylvania 005, 010, 017, 030, 078, 079, 085, 089,

101, 127, 131, 132, 145, 155

Symphonic 004, 148

Tandy 012, 121

Tatung 036, 124

Technics 037

Teknika 001, 030, 032, 034, 052, 054, 078, 083,

095, 144, 156, 157

Tera 035, 129

Thomson 165, 166

Toshiba 008, 014, 034, 063, 075, 076, 095, 097,

136, 158, 159

Universal 020, 066, 088

Victor 019, 073, 126

Video Concepts 016

Viking 032, 122

Wards 005, 045, 066, 078, 085, 088, 089, 093,

102, 103, 131, 132, 148

Zenith 042, 114, 115, 140, 144, 149

Zonda 007

CABLE

ABC 006, *[007], 008, 009

Archer 010, 011

Century 011

Citizen 011

Colour Voice 012, 013

Comtronic 014

Eastern 015

Garrard 011

Gemini 030, 033, 034

General Instrument

030, 031, 032

Hytex 006

Jasco 011

Jerrold 009, 016, 017, 026, 032

Magnavox 018

Movie Time 019

NSC 019

Oak 000, 006, 020

Panasonic 001, 005

Philips 011, 012, 013, 018, 021

Pioneer 002, 003, 022

RCA 029

Regency 015

Samsung 014, 023

Scientific Atlanta 004, 024, 025

Signal 014

SL Marx 014

Starcom 009

Stargate 014

Teleview 014

Tocom 007, 016

TV86 019

Unika 011

United Artists 006

Universal 010, 011

Viewstar 018, 019

Zenith 027, 028

DBS (SATELLITE)

Alphastar 054

Chaparral 035, 036

Dishnet 053

Drake 037, 038

Echostar Dish 062, 066

GE 048, 055, 056

General Instruments

039, 040, 041

Grundig 070, 071, 072, 073

Hitachi 058, 059

Hughes Network 063, 064, 065, 069

JVC 057

Kathrein 074, 075, 076, 083

Magnavox 060

Nokia 070, 080, 084, 085, 086

Philips 060

Primestar 051

Proscan 048, 055, 056

RCA 048, 055, 056, 068

Realistic 042 Sierra I 036 Sierra II 036 Sierra III 036

Sony 049, 067

STS1 043

STS2 044

STS3 045

SRS4 046

Technisat 077, 078, 079, 081, 082

Toshiba 047, 050

Uniden 061

Denon *[111]

Aiwa 001, 035, 043

Burmster 002

Carver 003, 035

Emerson 004, 005, 006, 007

Fisher 003, 008, 009, 010

JVC 018, 019

Kenwood 011, 012, 013, 014, 017

Magnavox 006, 015, 035

Marantz 016, 028, 035

MCS 016, 024

Onkyo 025, 027

Optimus 017, 020, 021, 022, 023

Philips 014, 032, 033, 035

Pioneer 006, 022, 030

Sears 006

Sony 023, 031

Teac 002, 009, 028

Technics 016, 029, 036

Wards 035, 037

Yamaha 038, 039, 040, 041

Zenith 042

CD-R

Denon *[111], 112

Philips 112

Denon 113

Kenwood 003, 004

Onkyo 007

Sharp 005

Sony 006

TAPE

Denon *[111]

Aiwa 001, 002

Carver 002

Harman/Kardon 002, 003

JVC 004, 005

Kenwood 006

PRESET CODE

DVD preset codes

Magnavox 002

Marantz 002

Onkyo 016, 018

Optimus 007, 008

Panasonic 012

Philips 002

Pioneer 007, 008, 009

Sony 013, 014, 015

Technics 012

Victor 004

Wards 007

Yamaha 010, 011

*[ ] :Preset codes set upon shipment from the factory.

111 014

Model No.

DVD-555 DVD-755 DVD-900 DVD-910 DVD-955 DVD-1000 DVD-1200 DVD-1500 DVD-1710 DVD-1910 DVD-2200 DVD-2800 DVD-2800

DVD-2900 DVD-2910 DVD-3800 DVD-3910 DVD-5900 DVD-5910 DVD-9000 DVM-715 DVM-1800 DVM-1805 DVM-1815 DVM-2815 DVM-4800

DVD-800 DVD-1600 DVD-2000 DVD-2500 DVD-3000 DVD-3300

PRESET CODE

Denon Brand Company, D&M Holdings Inc.

Printed in Japan 00D 511 4529 003

TOKYO, JAPAN

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