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AVR-X2000
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Accessories ························································································ 6
Inserting the batteries ······································································ 7
Operating range of the remote control unit ····································· 7
Features ······························································································ 8
High quality sound ············································································ 8
High performance ············································································ 8
Easy operation ·················································································· 9
Part names and functions
Front panel ······················································································ 10
Display ······························································································ 13
Rear panel ························································································ 15
Remote control unit ······································································ 17
Connections
Speaker connection ······································································ 20
Speaker installation ········································································ 20
Speaker connection ········································································ 23
Connecting a TV ············································································ 29
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) ························· 30
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector ··················· 31
Connecting a playback device ··················································· 32
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) ······················· 33
Connecting a DVD player ······························································· 34
Connecting a video camcorder or other device ······························ 35
Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the
USB port
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Connecting an FM/AM antenna ················································ 38
Connecting to a home network (LAN) ···································· 40
Connecting an external control device ··································· 41
REMOTE CONTROL jacks ····························································· 41
Connecting the power cord ························································ 42
Playback
Basic operation ·············································································· 44
Turning the power on ····································································· 44
Selecting the input source ····························································· 44
Adjusting the master volume ························································· 45
Turning o the sound temporarily ·················································· 45
Playing a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player ······································· 45
Playing an iPod ··············································································· 46
Listening to music on an iPod ························································ 47
Setting operation mode (iPod Browse Mode) ································ 48
Performing repeat playback (Repeat) ············································· 49
Performing random playback (Random) ········································· 49
Playing a USB memory device ·················································· 50
Playing files stored on USB memory devices ································ 51
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Listening to FM/AM broadcasts ··············································· 53
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts ····················································· 54
Tuning in by entering the radio frequency (Direct Tune) ················ 55
Changing the tuning mode (Tune Mode) ······································· 56
Listening to preset stations ···························································· 56
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) ············ 57
Tuning in to radio stations and presetting them automatically
(Auto Preset Memory) ···································································· 58
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) ··· 58
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) ··························· 59
Cancelling preset skip ···································································· 59
Listening to Internet Radio ························································· 60
Listening to Internet Radio ····························································· 61
Playing the last played Internet Radio station ································ 62
Using vTuner to add Internet Radio stations to favorites ··············· 63
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS···························· 64
Applying media sharing settings ···················································· 65
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS ···································· 66
Viewing photographs on the Flickr site ································· 68
Viewing photographs shared by particular users ··························· 69
Viewing all photographs on Flickr ··················································· 70
Listening to Pandora
Listening to Pandora® ····································································· 73
Creating a new station ··································································· 74
Listening to an existing station ······················································ 76
Listening to created radio stations at random ································ 76
Giving Feedback and Managing Stations ······································· 77
Sign Out ························································································· 78
®
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Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio ······································ 79
Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio ············································· 79
Sign Out ························································································· 81
Listening to Spotify ······································································ 82
Listening to Spotify ········································································ 82
Adding to the FAVORITE STATION button ··························· 86
Playing back content added to the FAVORITE STATION button ···· 87
AirPlay function ············································································· 88
Streaming music stored in iPhone, iPod touch, or iPad directly
to the unit ······················································································· 88
Playing iTunes music with this unit ················································ 89
Selecting multiple speakers (devices) ············································ 89
Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit
of this unit ······················································································ 90
Convenience functions ································································ 91
Performing repeat playback (Repeat) ············································· 92
Performing random playback (Random) ········································· 92
Add to favorites from the Option menu (Save to Favorites) ·········· 93
Playing back content added in “Save to Favorites” ······················· 93
Deleting content added to favorites (Remove from Favorites) ······ 94
Searching content with keywords (Text Search) ···························· 94
Playing back music and a favorite picture at the same time
(Slideshow) ····················································································· 95
Playing back still pictures in sequential order
(Slideshow Interval) ········································································ 96
Displaying your desired video during audio playback
(Video Select) ················································································· 96
Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment
(Picture Mode) ················································································ 97
Playing music in All Zone Stereo ···················································· 98
Selecting a sound mode ······························································ 99
Selecting a sound mode ······························································· 100
Direct playback ············································································· 101
Pure Direct playback ···································································· 101
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HDMI control function ································································ 110
Setting procedure ········································································· 110
Sleep timer function ··································································· 111
Using the sleep timer ··································································· 111
Quick select function ·································································· 112
Calling up the Quick Select ·························································· 112
Changing the settings ·································································· 112
Web control function ·································································· 113
Controlling the unit from a web control ······································· 113
Playback in ZONE2 (Separate room) ····································· 115
Connecting ZONE2 ······································································ 115
Playback in ZONE2 ······································································· 117
Settings
Menu map ······················································································ 119
Menu operation ············································································ 125
Inputting characters ··································································· 126
Keyboard screen ·········································································· 126
Audio ······························································································· 127
Dialog Level ·················································································· 127
Subwoofer Level ·········································································· 127
Surround Parameter ····································································· 128
Tone ····························································································· 131
Restorer ······················································································· 131
Audio Delay ·················································································· 132
Volume ························································································· 132
Audyssey ······················································································ 133
Graphic EQ ··················································································· 135
Video ······························································································· 136
Picture Adjust ··············································································· 136
HDMI Setup ················································································· 137
Output Settings ············································································ 139
On Screen Display ········································································ 141
TV Format ····················································································· 141
Inputs ······························································································ 142
Input Assign ················································································· 142
Source Rename ············································································ 144
Hide Sources ················································································ 144
Source Level ················································································ 144
Input Select ·················································································· 145
Speakers························································································· 146
Audyssey® Setup ········································································ 146
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) ···················· 148
Error messages ············································································ 153
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings ··········································· 154
Manual Setup ··············································································· 155
Amp Assign ·················································································· 155
Speaker Config. ············································································ 156
Distances ····················································································· 158
Levels ··························································································· 158
Crossovers ··················································································· 159
Bass ····························································································· 160
Front Speaker Setup ···································································· 160
Network ························································································· 161
Information ··················································································· 161
IP Control ····················································································· 161
Friendly Name ·············································································· 161
Settings ························································································ 162
Diagnostics ··················································································· 163
Maintenance Mode ······································································ 164
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General ··························································································· 165
Language ······················································································ 165
ZONE2 Setup ··············································································· 165
Zone Rename ··············································································· 166
Quick Select Names ····································································· 166
Auto Standby ················································································ 167
Front Display ················································································ 167
Information ··················································································· 167
Usage Data ··················································································· 169
Firmware ······················································································ 169
Setup Lock ··················································································· 171
Specifying the zone used with the remote control unit ··············· 172
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Contents ························································································· 173
Tips ······························································································· 174
Troubleshooting ··········································································· 176
Resetting factory settings ························································· 188
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About HDMI ···················································································· 189
Video conversion function ···························································· 192
Playing back USB memory devices ············································ 194
Playing back files stored on PC or NAS ····································· 195
Playing back Internet Radio ························································· 196
Personal memory plus function ·················································· 196
Last function memory ··································································· 196
Sound modes and channel output ·············································· 197
Sound modes and surround parameters ··································· 198
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes ······ 201
Explanation of terms ····································································· 204
Trademark information ·································································· 210
Specifications ················································································· 212
Index ································································································ 214
License ···························································································· 217
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Thank you for purchasing this Denon product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product.
After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference.
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Accessories
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
q Getting Started w CD-ROM (Owner’s Manual) e Safety Instructions r Warranty
(for North America model only)
t Power cord y Remote control unit (RC-1183) u R03/AAA batteries i AM loop antenna
o FM indoor antenna Q0 Setup and measurement
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Inserting the batteries
q Remove the rear lid in the direction of the
arrow and remove it.
w Load the two batteries properly as
indicated by the q and w marks in the
battery compartment.
e Put the rear cover back on.
NOTE
•When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction, following the
q and w marks in the battery compartment.
•To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
•Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
•Do not use two dierent types of batteries.
•Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long
periods.
•If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid o the inside of the battery
compartment and insert new batteries.
R03/AAA
Operating range of the remote control unit
Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
Approx. 23 ft/7 m
30°30°
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High quality sound
•With discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides
identical quality for all 7-channels (125 Watts x 7-channels)
For optimum realism and stunning dynamic range, the power amplifier
section features discrete power devices (not integrated circuitry).
By using high current, high power discrete power devices, the amplifier
is able to easily drive high quality speakers.
High performance
•Digital video processor upscales analog video signals (SD resolution)
to HD (720p/1080p) and 4K (vpage189)
This unit features a sophisticated video processor that can upscale
standard definition (SD) analog video content from legacy sources such
as a VCR to HD and is able to output at 4K Ultra HD resolution (3840 x
2160 pixels) for compatibility with newly available high 4K TVs.
•Supports Internet Radio, music, and photograph streaming
Supports AirPlay® (vpage88)
You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet
Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC, and displaying photographs
stored on your PC on our television.
This unit also supports Apple AirPlay which lets you stream your music
library from an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® or iTunes®.
•Compatible with “Denon Remote App” for performing basic
operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhonez or Android smartphone
“Denon Remote App” is application software that allows you to perform
basic operations with an iPad, iPhone, Android smartphone or Android
tablet such as turning the unit ON/OFF, controlling the volume, and
switching the source.
z Download the appropriate “Denon Remote App” for iOS and Android
devices. This unit needs to be connected to your LAN and the iPhone/
iPod touch or other device needs to be connected to the same
network by Wi-Fi (wireless LAN).
•HDMI connections enable quick connection to various digital AV
devices (7 inputs, 1 output)
The unit is equipped with 7 HDMI input connectors for connecting
devices with HDMI connectors, such as a Blu-ray Disc player, game
console, HD digital camcorder, HDTVs, etc.
•Supports HDMI (3D, ARC, Deep Color, “x.v.Color”, Auto Lip Sync,
4K) and HDMI control function (vpage189)
Advanced HDMI features are supported, including 3D passthrough,
Audio Return Channel, Auto Lip Sync, Deep Color and “x.v.Color”, and
HDMI CEC control functions. If a 4K digital video signal is input, it is
passed through the unit unchanged, and the GUI overlay will adjust the
resolution accordingly.
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•Direct play for iPod and iPhone via USB (vpage36)
Music data from an iPod or iPhone can be played back if you connect
the USB cable supplied with the iPod via the USB port of this unit, and
also an iPod can be controlled with the remote control that comes with
this unit.
•Multi-Room audio
Enjoy the same music in your home theater and another room at the
same time (vpage98).
Easy operation
•“Setup Assistant” provides easy-to-follow setup instructions
First select the language when prompted. Then simply follow the
instructions displayed on the TV screen to set up the speakers, network,
etc.
•Easy to use Graphical User Interface
This unit is equipped with an easy to see Graphical User Interface that
uses menu displays and features colorful icons and easy to understand
controls for maximum ease of use.
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q Power operation button (X)
This turns the power of MAIN ZONE on/o (standby) (vpage44).
w Power indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
•Power on : Green
•Normal standby : O
•When “HDMI Pass Through” (vpage 138) or “HDMI Control”
(vpage138) is set to “On” : Red
•When “IP Control” (vpage161) is set to “Always On” : Red
e Headphones jack (PHONES)
When the headphones are plugged into this jack, audio will no longer
be output from the connected speakers.
NOTE
•To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using
headphones.
r AUX-HDMI connector
Used to connect devices such as video cameras and game consoles
(vpage35).
t USB port
Used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices) and the
USB cable supplied with iPod (vpage36).
y SETUP MIC jack
Used to connect the supplied Setup and measurement microphone
(vpage149).
u MASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level (vpage45).
i Display
This displays various pieces of information (vpage13).
o Remote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit (vpage7).
Q0 SOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source (vpage44).
Q1 Tuner preset channel buttons (TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset FM/AM radio stations (vpage56).
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Q6
Q2 ZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 on/o (vpage117).
Q3 ZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2 (vpage117).
Q4 DIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display (vpage167).
Q5 STATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display (vpage48).
Q6 QUICK SELECT buttons
With a single press of any of these buttons, you can call up various
settings you’ve registered to each button such as the input source,
volume level and sound mode settings (vpage112).
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q Information display
The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other
information are displayed here.
w Input signal indicators
e MULTI ZONE indicators
This lights up when ZONE2 (separate room) power is turned on
(vpage117).
r MUTE indicator
This lights when the audio mute mode is selected (vpage45).
t Master volume indicator
u Sleep timer indicator
This lights when the sleep mode is selected (vpage111).
i Tuner reception mode indicators
These light according to the reception conditions when the input
source is set to “TUNER”.
STEREO : In FM mode, this lights up when receiving stereo broadcasts.
TUNED : Lights up when the broadcast is properly tuned in.
o Audyssey
This indicator lights when the “MultEQ® XT” (vpage133), “Dynamic
EQ” (vpage 133) or “Dynamic Volume” (vpage 134) setting is
set to other than “O”.
y Circle indicator
Circle indicator is displayed when the input source is “NETWORK” or
“iPod/USB” when you are playing back music.
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Q0 Decoder indicator
These light when Dolby or DTS signals are input or when the Dolby or
DTS decoder is running.
Q1 Surround back indicator
This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround back
speakers (vpage157).
Q2 Input mode indicators
Set the audio input modes for the dierent input sources (vpage145).
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q w re
q FM/AM antenna terminals (ANTENNA)
Used to connect FM and AM antennas (vpage53).
w Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS)
Used to connect speakers (vpage23).
e Video connectors (VIDEO)
Used to connect devices equipped with video connectors
(vpage33, 34).
r Component video connectors (COMPONENT VIDEO)
Used to connect devices equipped with component video connectors
(vpage33, 34).
t AC inlet (AC IN)
Used to connect the power cord (vpage42).
y HDMI connectors
Used to connect devices equipped with HDMI connectors
(vpage30, 31, 35).
u Digital audio connectors (DIGITAL AUDIO)
Used to connect devices equipped with digital audio connectors
(vpage33, 34).
i Network connector (NETWORK)
Used to connect this unit to the network (vpage40).
o PRE OUT connectors
Used to connect a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier or an external
power amplifier (vpage24, 116).
Q0 REMOTE CONTROL jacks
Used to connect infrared receivers/transmitters in order to operate this
unit and external devices from a dierent room (vpage41).
Q1 Analog audio connectors (AUDIO)
Used to connect devices equipped with analog audio connectors
(vpage33, 34).
Q2 RS-232C connector
The RS-232C serial port is provided to allow compatibility with an
external home automation controller. Consult the owner’s manual
of the home automation controller for more information about serial
control of this unit. The serial port allows two-way control and status
via an external home automation controller.
NOTE
•Do not touch the inner pins of the connectors on the rear panel. Electrostatic
discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.
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q ZONE SELECT buttons (MAIN, ZONE2)
These switch the zone (MAIN ZONE, ZONE2) that is operated through
the remote control unit (vpage117, 125).
w Input source select buttons
These select the input source (vpage44).
e FAVORITE STATION buttons (1 – 3)
With a single press of these, you can call up registered radio stations
and contents (vpage86).
r Channel/page search buttons (CH/PAGE df)
These select preset radio stations or switch pages (vpage56).
t MUTE button (:)
This mutes the output audio (vpage45).
y Information button (INFO)
This displays the status information on the TV screen (vpage168).
u Cursor buttons (uio p)
These select items (vpage125).
i BACK button
This returns to the previous screen (vpage125).
o System buttons
These perform playback related operations (vpage46).
•Skip buttons (8, 9)
•Play/pause button (1/3)
Tuning up / Tuning down buttons (TUNE +, –)
These operate the tuner (vpage54).
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Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
Q5
Q6
Q7
Q0 SOUND MODE buttons
These select the sound mode (vpage99).
•MOVIE button
•MUSIC button
•GAME button
•PURE button
Q1 Remote control signal transmitter
This transmits signals from the remote control unit (vpage7).
Q2 SLEEP button
This sets the sleep timer (vpage111).
Q3 POWER button (X)
This turns the power on/o (vpage44).
Q4 VOLUME buttons (df)
These adjust the volume level (vpage45).
Q5 OPTION button
This displays the option menu on the TV screen (vpage91).
Q6 ENTER button
This determines the selection (vpage125).
Q7 SETUP button
This displays the menu on the TV screen (vpage125).
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Speaker connection (vpage20)
Connecting a TV (vpage29)
Connecting a playback device (vpage32)
Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB
port (vpage36)
Connecting an FM/AM antenna (vpage38)
Connecting to a home network (LAN) (vpage40)
Connecting an external control device (vpage41)
Connecting the power cord (vpage42)
NOTE
•Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed.
However, when the “Setup Assistant” is running, follow the instructions in the
“Setup Assistant” (C page 7) screen for making connections. (During “Setup
Assistant” operation, the input/output connectors do not conduct current.)
•Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result
in noise.
2 Cables used for connections
Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to connect.
Speaker cable
Subwoofer cable
HDMI cable
Component video cable
Video cable
Coaxial digital cable
Optical cable
Audio cable
LAN cable
L
R
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Speaker connection
Install speakers and connect them to this unit (vpage20, 23).
Speaker installation
Determine the speaker system depending on the number of speakers you are using and install each speaker and subwoofer in the room. Here, we explain
how to install the speakers using a typical example.
FHL FHR
FL FR
SW
C
SL SR
SBL SB SBR
FL/FR : Place the FRONT left and right speakers an equal distance from
the main listening position. The distance between each speaker
and your TV should also be the same.
C : Place the CENTER speaker in between the front speakers and above
or below your TV.
SL/SR : Place the SURROUND left and right speakers an equal distance
to the left and right sides of the main listening position. If you
don’t have Surround Back speakers, move the surround speakers
slightly behind your listening position.
SBL/SBR (SB) : Place the SURROUND BACK left and right speakers
an equal distance from the main listening position and
directly behind the main listening position. If you only
have one Surround Back speaker, center it.
FHL/FHR : Place the FRONT HEIGHT left and right speakers just outside
of the front left and right speakers. Mount them as close to the
ceiling as possible and aim them towards the main listening
position.
SW : Place the SUBWOOFER at a convenient location near the front
speakers.
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•This unit is compatible with Dolby Pro Logic gz (vpage 205) which oers an
even wider and deeper surround sensation.
When using Dolby Pro Logic gz, install front height speakers.
•Use the illustration below as a guide for how high each speaker should be installed.
The height does not need to be exactly the same.
Front height
speaker
•Point slightly
downwards
At least 1 m
z
Front
speaker
GViewed from the sideH
z Recommended for Dolby Pro Logic gz
NOTE
•You cannot have audio output from the surround back speakers and front height
speakers simultaneously.
Surround
speaker
2 – 3 ft/
60 – 90 cm
Surround back
speaker
•Point slightly
downwards
2 When 7.1/6.1-channel speakers are installed
using surround back speakers
z1 22˚ – 30˚
z2 90˚ – 110˚
FL FR
SW
C
z 1
SL
Listening
position
z 2
SBL SBR
z 3
SR
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•When using a single surround back speaker, place it directly behind the listening
position.
GSpeaker abbreviationsH
FL Front speaker (L) SBL Surround back speaker (L)
FR Front speaker (R) SBR Surround back speaker (R)
C Center speaker FHL Front height speaker (L)
SW Subwoofer FHR Front height speaker (R)
SL Surround speaker (L)
SR Surround speaker (R)
z3 135˚ – 150˚
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2 When 7.1-channel speakers are installed using
front height speakers
FHRFHL
FL
SW
z2
z1
SL
FR
C
z3
SR
z1 22˚ – 30˚
z2 22˚ – 45˚
z3 90˚ – 110˚
2 When 5.1-channel speakers are installed
z1 22˚ – 30˚
FL FR
SW
z1
z2
SL
C
SR
z2 120˚
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Speaker connection
Here we connect the speakers in the room to this unit.
This section explains how to connect them using typical examples.
NOTE
•Disconnect this unit’s power plug from the power outlet before connecting the
speakers. Also, turn o the subwoofer.
•Connect so that the speaker cable core wires do not protrude from the speaker
terminal. The protection circuit may be activated if the core wires touch the rear
panel or if the + and – sides touch each other (vpage208 “Protection circuit”).
•Never touch the speaker terminals while the power cord is connected. Doing so
could result in electric shock. When the “Setup Assistant” is running, follow the
instructions in the “Setup Assistant” screen for making connections. (Power is not
supplied to the speaker terminals while the “Setup Assistant” is running.)
•Use speakers with an impedance of 6 – 16 Ω/ohms.
2 Connecting the speaker cables
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and –
(black) polarities on the speakers being connected to this unit, and be
sure to connect the channels and polarities correctly.
Peel o about 3/8 inch (10 mm) of
1
sheathing from the tip of the speaker
cable, then either twist the core wire
tightly or terminate it.
Turn the speaker terminal counterclockwise
2
to loosen it.
Insert the speaker cable’s core wire to the
3
hilt into the speaker terminal.
Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to
4
tighten it.
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Use a subwoofer cable to connect the subwoofer.
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2 About the speaker cable label (supplied) for
channel identification
The channel display section for speaker terminals on the rear panel is
color-coded for each channel to be identifiable.
Speaker terminals Color
FRONT L White
FRONT R Red
CENTER Green
SURROUND L Light blue
SURROUND R Blue
SURROUND BACK L Beige
SURROUND BACK R Brown
Attach the speaker cable label for each channel to its speaker cable as
shown in the diagram.
Then, make connection so that the color of the speaker terminal
matches that of the speaker cable label.
GHow to attach the speaker cable labelH
Speaker This unit
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The illustrations shows a connection example for performing 7.1-channel playback using surround back speakers.
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•When using this connection, also set “Assign Mode” in the menu to
“Surround Back” (vpage155).
FLFRSW C SR SL SBR SBL
•When using a single surround back speaker, connect it to the
SURROUND BACK L terminal.
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2 About the front height or front B speaker connections
The speaker connected to the SURROUND BACK terminal diers depending on the mode selected for “Assign Mode” (vpage155) in the menu.
•For how to connect the front, center, and surround speaker and the subwoofer to this unit, see “Connecting 7.1-channel speakers using surround
back speakers” (vpage26).
[Connecting the front height speaker] [Connecting the front B speaker]
FHR FHL
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•When using this connection, also set “Assign Mode” in the menu to “Front
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2 About the Bi-amp connection
Some audiophile loudspeakers can be connected to an amplifier with two separate amp-to-speaker connections per each speaker. One amplifier
channel’s output is hooked up to the speaker’s bass driver (woofer), while the other amplifier drives the upper range transducers (tweeter, or in
some cases midrange and tweeter). This connection method has one amplifier channel driving one half of the bi-amp speaker, and avoids electrical
interference between the speaker’s bass and treble drivers and the driving amplifier channels. You can assign 4 amp channels to connect to one pair
of bi-amp capable speakers. Bi-amp capable speakers always have two sets of speaker input connector pairs, one for the bass range and one for
the treble range. If you’re unsure about whether or not your speakers are bi-amp capable, consult the owner’s manual that came with the speakers.
•For how to connect the front, center, and surround speaker and the subwoofer to this unit, see “Connecting 7.1-channel speakers using surround
back speakers” (vpage26).
(R) (L)
SW
wq wq
FLFR
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•When using this connection, also set “Assign Mode” in the menu to
“Bi-AMP” (vpage155).
NOTE
•When making bi-amp connections, be sure to remove the short-circuiting
plate or wire between the speaker’s woofer and tweeter terminals.
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Connect a TV to this unit so that the input video is output to the TV. You can also enjoy audio from the TV on this unit.
How to connect a TV depends on the connectors and functions equipped on the TV.
ARC function plays TV audio on this unit by sending the TV audio signal to this unit via HDMI cable.
Is the TV equipped with an HDMI connector?
No
Yes
Is the TV compatible with the ARC (Audio
Return Channel) ?
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Yes
Connection 1
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Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel)
Use an HDMI cable to connect a TV that is compatible with the ARC function to this unit.
Set “HDMI Control” (vpage138) to “On” when using a TV that supports the ARC function.
TV
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