Denon AVR-X3600H User Manual

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AVR-X3600H

INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER

Owner’s Manual

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Accessories		8
	Inserting the batteries	9
	Operating range of the remote control unit	9
	Features	10
	High quality sound	10
	High performance	11
	Easy operation	15
Part names and functions		16
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	Rear panel	21
	Remote control unit	25
Connections
Speaker installation		29
Connecting speakers		36
	Before connecting speakers	36
	Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings	40
	Connecting 5.1-channel speakers	42
	Connecting 7.1-channel speakers	43
	Connecting 9.1-channel speakers	47
	Connecting 11.1-channel speakers	54
	Connecting 7.1-channel speakers: Bi-amp connection of front	58
	speakers
	Connecting 7.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speakers	59
	Connecting multi-zone speakers	60

Connecting a TV		63
	Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
	compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC	64
	(Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
	Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
	incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC	66
	(Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
	Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector	67
	Connecting a playback device	68
	Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)	69
	Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player	70
	Connecting a video camcorder or game console	71
	Connecting a turntable	72
	Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port	73
Connecting FM/AM antennas		74
Connecting to a home network (LAN)		76
	Wired LAN	76
	Wireless LAN	77
	Connecting an external control device	78
	REMOTE CONTROL jacks	78
	TRIGGER OUT jack	79
	Connecting the power cord	80

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Basic operation		82
	Turning the power on	82
	Selecting the input source	82
	Adjusting the volume	83
	Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting)	83
	Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player	83
Playing a USB memory device		84
	Playing files stored on USB memory devices	85
	Listening to music on a Bluetooth device	88
	Playing music from Bluetooth device	89
	Pairing with other Bluetooth devices	90
	Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device	91
	Listening to FM/AM broadcasts	92
	Listening to FM/AM broadcasts	93
	Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune)	94
	Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode)	95
	Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto	95
	Preset Memory)
	Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory)	96
	Listening to preset stations	96
	Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name)	97
	Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip)	98
	Cancelling Preset Skip	99

Listening to Internet Radio		100
	Listening to Internet Radio	101
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS		102
	Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS	103
Getting the HEOS App		106
	HEOS Account	107
	Playing from streaming music services	108
	Listening to the same music in multiple rooms	111
AirPlay function		115
	Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad	116
	Playing iTunes music with this unit	116
	Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple	117
	synced devices (AirPlay 2)
Spotify Connect function		118
	Playing Spotify music with this unit	118

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Convenience functions		119
	Adding to HEOS Favorites	120
	Playing back HEOS Favorites	120
	Deleting a HEOS Favorites	121
	Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source	122
	(Channel Level Adjust)
	Adjusting the tone (Tone)	123
	Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video	124
	Select)
	Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment (Picture	125
	Mode)
	Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)	126
	Selecting a sound mode	127
	Selecting a sound mode	128
	Direct playback	129
	Pure Direct playback	130
	Auto surround playback	130
	Description of sound mode types	131
	Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal	136
HDMI Control function		142
	Setting procedure	142
Smart Menu function		143
Sleep timer function		145
	Using the sleep timer	146

Quick select plus function		147
	Calling up the settings	148
	Changing the settings	149
Panel lock function		150
	Disabling all key button operations	150
	Disabling all button operations except VOLUME	150
	Canceling the Panel lock function	151
Remote lock function		152
	Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit	152
	Enabling the remote sensor function	152
Web control function		153
	Controlling the unit from a web control	153
	Playback in ZONE2 (Another room)	155
	Connecting ZONE2	155
	Playback in ZONE2	157

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Menu map		159
	Menu operations	163
Audio		164
	Center Level Adjust	164
	Subwoofer Level Adjust	164
	Surround Parameter	165
	Restorer	171
	Audio Delay	172
	Volume	173
	Audyssey®	174
	Graphic EQ	177

Video		179
	Picture Adjust	179
	HDMI Setup	181
	Output Settings	186
	On Screen Display	189
	4K Signal Format	190
	TV Format	192
Inputs		193
	Input Assign	193
	Source Rename	196
	Hide Sources	196
	Source Level	196
	Speakers	197
Audyssey® Setup		197
	Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup)	199
	Error messages	205
	Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings	207

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Manual Setup		208
	Amp Assign	208
	Speaker Config.	214
	Distances	218
	Levels	220
	Crossovers	221
	Bass	222
	Front Speaker	223
Network		224
	Information	224
	Connection	224
	Wi-Fi Setup	225
	Settings	227
	Network Control	229
	Friendly Name	229
	Diagnostics	230
	AirPlay	230

HEOS Account		231
	You have not signed in	231
	You have already signed in	231
General		232
	Language	232
	ECO	232
	ZONE2 Setup	236
	Zone Rename	238
	Quick Select Names	238
	Trigger Out	239
	Front Display	239
	Firmware	240
	Information	243
	Usage Data	244
	Save & Load	245
	Setup Lock	245
	Reset	246
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control		247

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Tips

Tips		249
Troubleshooting		251
	Power does not turn on / Power is turned off	252
	Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit	253
	Display on this unit shows nothing	253
	No sound comes out	254
	Desired sound does not come out	255
	Sound is interrupted or noise occurs	258
	No video is shown on the TV	259
	The menu screen is not displayed on the TV	261
	The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed	261
	on the television is different from normal
	AirPlay cannot be played back	262
	USB memory devices cannot be played back	263
	Bluetooth cannot be played back	264
	The Internet radio cannot be played back	265
	Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back	266
	Various online services cannot be played	267
	The HDMI Control function does not work	267
	Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network	268
	When using HDMI ZONE2, the devices does not function properly	269
	Update/upgrade error messages	270
	Resetting factory settings	271
Resetting network settings		272

Appendix

About HDMI	273
Video conversion function	276
Playing back a USB memory devices	278
Playing back a Bluetooth device	279
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS	280
Playing back Internet Radio	281
Personal memory plus function	281
Last function memory	281
Sound modes and channel output	282
Sound modes and surround parameters	284
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes	287
Explanation of terms	290
Trademark information	299
Specifications	301
Index	307
License	310

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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.

Accessories

Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.

Quick Start Guide	Safety Instructions			Notes on radio		Warranty	Cable labels
						(for North America
						model only)
Power cord	FM indoor antenna			AM loop antenna		Sound calibration	Sound calibration
						microphone	microphone stand
Remote control unit	R03/AAA batteries		External antennas for
(RC-1228)				Bluetooth/wireless
				connectivity
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Inserting the batteries

1Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it.

2Insert two batteries correctly into the battery compartment as indicated.

Batteries

NOTE

0 To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:

0Do not use a new battery together with an old one.

0Do not use two different types of batteries.

0Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long periods.

0If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery compartment and insert new batteries.

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°

3Put the rear cover back on.

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Features

High quality sound

0With discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides identical quality for all 9-channels (135 Watts x 9-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.

0Dolby Atmos (v p. 291)

This unit is equipped with a decoder that supports Dolby Atmos audio format. The placement or movement of sound is accurately reproduced by the addition of overhead speakers, enabling you to experience an incredibly natural and realistic surround sound field.

0Speaker Virtualizer z (v p. 167)

Speaker Virtualizer enables you to access a more immersive entertainment experience from traditional channel based speaker layouts through digital signal processing including Dolby Atmos height virtualization and surround virtualization.

0Speaker Virtualizer is not for use when both height speakers and surround speakers are connected.

0Height Virtualization may be applied when surround speakers are connected.

zThis feature will be supported via firmware update.

0DTS:X (v p. 294)

This unit is equipped with the DTS:X decoder technology. DTS:X brings the home theater experience to new heights with its immersive object based audio technology which removes the bounds of channels. The flexibility of objects allows for sound to be scaled large or small and moved around the room with greater accuracy than ever before leading to a richer immersive audio experience.

0DTS Virtual:X (v p. 294)

DTS Virtual:X technology features DTS’s proprietary virtual height and virtual surround processing to deliver an immersive sound experience from any type of input source (stereo to 7.1.4 channel) and speaker configuration.

0 DTS Virtual:X is not for use when Height speakers are connected.

0IMAX Enhanced (v p. 294)

This IMAX Enhanced product have met stringent performance standards established by IMAX and DTS in order to create a consistent and higher bar for sound performance. DTS has developed a special method for reproducing an IMAX signature sound experience in the consumer’s home. This method combines a unique conversion process for IMAX theatrical audio mixes utilizing an enhanced DTS codec technology. The IMAX theatrical audio format with point source surround speakers closely matches the speaker configuration most consumers have in their homes today. Coupled with DTS audio technology, IMAX Enhanced audio products will ensure the best and most accurate audio reproduction over 5.1 or more speaker channels.

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0Audyssey LFC™ (Low Frequency Containment) (v p. 176)

Audyssey LFC™ solves the problem of low frequency sounds disturbing people in neighboring rooms or apartments. Audyssey LFC™ dynamically monitors the audio content and removes the low frequencies that pass through walls, floors and ceilings. It then applies psychoacoustic processing to restore the perception of low bass for listeners in the room. The result is great sound that no longer disturbs the neighbors.

0Discrete subwoofers and Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ (v p. 198)

The unit has two subwoofer output capability and can adjust the level and delay for each subwoofer individually.

Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ makes the integration seamless by first compensating for any level and delay differences between the two

subwoofers and then applying Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 to both subwoofers together for improved deep bass response and detail.

High performance

0 4K 60Hz input/output supported

4K 60p				4K 60p
4:4:4				4:4:4

When 4K Ultra HD (High Definition) is used, an input/output speed of 60 frames per second (60p) is achieved for video signals. When connected to 4K Ultra HD and 60p video signal input compatible TV, you can enjoy the sense of realism only available from high-definition images, even when viewing fast-moving video.

This unit also supports image processing for 4K 60p, 4:4:4 and 24-bit videos. By processing the video at the original resolution, this unit lets you enjoy flawless, high-definition picture quality.

This unit also supports HDR (High Dynamic Range) and BT.2020 wide color gamut.

0HDCP 2.3

This unit is compatible with HDCP 2.3 copyright protection standard.

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0Digital video processor upscales analog video signals (SD resolution) to HD (720p/1080p) and 4K (v p. 188)

	4K				4K
					4K
	Up to 1080p				Up scaling

This unit is equipped with a 4K video upscaling function that allows analog video or SD (Standard Definition) video to be output via HDMI at 4K (3840 × 2160 pixels) resolution. This function enables the device to be connected to a TV using a single HDMI cable, and produces high definition images for any video source.

0Equipped with HDMI ZONE2 output (v p. 155)

The ZONE2 multi-room output includes an HDMI output that lets you enjoy a different A/V source in that room, with another program playing in the main room.

0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV devices (8 inputs, 3 outputs)

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In Out

For connection to a broad range of digital sources, this unit features 8 HDMI inputs, including 1 on the front panel that lets you quickly and conveniently connect a camcorder, game console or other HDMIequipped device. There are dual HDMI outputs for the main room, and a third HDMI output for ZONE2.

0eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) function compatibility

The eARC function is compatible with conventional ARC functioncompatible audio formats in addition to multichannel linear PCM, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X and other audio formats a conventional ARC function cannot transmit.

Additionally, connecting to an eARC function-compatible television enables enjoyment of higher-quality surround playback of the audio content played from your television.

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0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 115)

You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC.

This unit also supports Apple AirPlay which lets you stream your music library from an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® or iTunes®.

0Supports AirPlay 2® wireless audio

Sync multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices/speakers for simultaneous playback.

This unit supports AirPlay 2 and requires iOS 11.4 or later.

0Playback of DSD and FLAC files via USB and networks

This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as DSD (5.6 MHz) and FLAC 192 kHz files. It provides high quality playback of high resolution files.

0Wireless connection with Bluetooth devices can be carried out easily (v p. 88)

You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.

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0 Multi-Room audio (v p. 126)		0	Compatible with the “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” Appz for
GMAIN ZONEH		GZONE2H	performing basic operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhone or
			Android™ devices (Google, Amazon Kindle Fire)

You can select and play back the respective inputs in MAIN ZONE and ZONE2.

In addition, when the All Zone Stereo function is used, the music being played back in MAIN ZONE can be enjoyed in all the zones at the same time. This is useful when you want to let the BGM propagate throughout the whole house.

0Energy-saving design

This unit is equipped with an ECO Mode function that allows you to enjoy music and movies while reducing the power consumption during use, and also an auto-standby function that automatically turns off the power supply when the unit is not in use. This helps reduce unnecessary power use.

Along with many new features, the graphics and user interface have been completely overhauled. The new app gives you full control of this unit as well as access to its setup menu for detailed adjustments from your phones or tablets. “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” App also gives you quick access to the receiver's status display, option menus, Denon Bluray Disc player control, and online owner's manual for your convenience.

zDownload the appropriate “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” App for your iOS or Android devices. This unit needs to be connected to the same LAN or Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) network that the iPad, iPhone or Android™ is connected to.

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0HEOS provides streaming music from your favorite online music sources

HEOS wireless multi-room sound system that enables you to enjoy your favorite music anywhere and everywhere around your home. By utilizing your existing home network and the HEOS App (available for iOS, Android and Amazon devices), you can explore, browse, and play music from your own music library or from many online streaming music services.

When multiple HEOS devices are connected to the same network, HEOS devices can be grouped to play back the same music on all devices simultaneously, or different music can be played on each separate HEOS device.

Easy operation

0“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.

0Easy to use Graphical User Interface

This unit is equipped with a Graphical User Interface for improved operability.

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Part names and functions

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	qw			e r	t	y	C SOURCE SELECT knob
							This selects the input source. (v p. 82)
							D Remote control sensor
							This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
							E Display
							This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 19)
				u	i o Q0Q1		F MASTER VOLUME knob
							This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 83)
							G Tuner preset channel buttons
							(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
	A Power operation button (X)						These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 96)
							H ZONE2 ON/OFF button
	Used to turn the power of the MAIN ZONE (room where this unit is
							This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 157)
	located) on/off (standby). (v p. 82)
							I ZONE2 SOURCE button
	B Power indicator
							This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 157)
	This is lit as follows according to the power status:
							J DIMMER button
	0	White: Power on
	0	Off: Normal standby					Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 239)
							K STATUS button
	0	Red:
		0	When “HDMI Pass Through” is set to “On” (v p. 181)				Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
		0	When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 183)				display.

0 When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 229)

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L 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. (v p. 147)

M Headphones jack (PHONES)

This is used to connect headphones.

When the headphones are plugged into this jack, audio will no longer be output from the connected speakers or from the PRE OUT connectors.

NOTE

0To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using headphones.

N SETUP MIC jack

This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone. (v p. 200)

O AUX1-HDMI connector

This is used to connect HDMI output compatible devices such as video camcorders and game consoles. (v p. 71)

PUSB port (T)

This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices). (v p. 73)

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A Input mode indicators

These light according to the audio input mode settings of each input source. (v p. 195)

B Surround back indicator

This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround back speakers. (v p. 216)

C Decoder indicators

These light when Dolby or DTS signals are input or when the Dolby or DTS decoder is running.

D Audyssey® indicator

This lights when “MultEQ® XT32”, “Dynamic EQ”, “Dynamic Volume” or “Audyssey LFCTM” has been set up. (v p. 174)

E Tuner reception mode indicators

These light up according to the reception conditions when the input source is set to “Tuner”.

TUNED: Lights up when the broadcast is properly tuned in. STEREO: Lights up when receiving FM stereo broadcasts.

F Sleep timer indicator

This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 145)

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G Volume indicator

H MUTE indicator

This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 83)

I Information display

The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other information are displayed here.

J Input signal indicators

The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal. (v p. 195)

K ZONE2 indicator

This lights up when ZONE2 (another room) power is turned on. (v p. 157)

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A Bluetooth/wireless LAN antenna connectors

Used to connect the included external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity when connecting to a network via wireless LAN, or when connecting to a handheld device via Bluetooth. (v p. 77)

A Place the external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity evenly over the screw terminal of rear.

B Turn clockwise until the antennas is fully connected. C Rotate the antenna upwards for best reception.

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B TRIGGER OUT jack

Used to connect devices equipped with the trigger function. (v p. 79)

C RS-232C connector

Used to connect home automation controller devices fitted with RS-232C connectors. Consult the owner’s manual of the home automation controller for more information about serial control of this unit.

Perform the operation below beforehand.

A Turn on the power of this unit.

B Turn off the power of this unit from the external controller. C Check that the unit is in the standby mode.

D Digital audio connectors (DIGITAL AUDIO)

Used to connect devices equipped with digital audio connectors.

0“Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)” (v p. 66)

0“Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector” (v p. 67)

0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 69)

0“Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 70)

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E REMOTE CONTROL jacks

Used to connect infrared receivers/transmitters in order to operate this unit and external devices from a different room. (v p. 78)

F NETWORK connector

Used to connect to a LAN cable when connecting to a wired LAN network. (v p. 76)

G Video connectors (VIDEO)

Used to connect devices equipped with video connectors.

0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 69)

0“Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 70)

H HDMI connectors

Used to connect devices equipped with HDMI connectors.

0“Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)” (v p. 64)

0“Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)” (v p. 66)

0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 69)

0“Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 70)

I AC inlet (AC IN)

Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 80)

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J FM/AM antenna terminals (ANTENNA)

Used to connect FM antennas and AM loop antennas. (v p. 74)

K Analog audio connectors (AUDIO)

Used to connect devices equipped with analog audio connectors.

0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 69)

0“Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 70)

0“Connecting a turntable” (v p. 72)

L SIGNAL GND terminal

Used to connect a ground wire for the turntable. (v p. 72)

M Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS)

Used to connect speakers. (v p. 36)

N PRE OUT connectors

Used to connect a subwoofer with built-in amplifier or an external power amplifier.

0“Connecting the subwoofer” (v p. 37)

0“Connecting an external power amplifier” (v p. 62)

0“Connection 3 : Connection using an external amplifier (ZONE2)” (v p. 156)

O Component video connectors (COMPONENT VIDEO)

Used to connect devices equipped with component video connectors.

0“Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector” (v p. 67)

0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 69)

0“Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 70)

NOTE

0Do 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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A ZONE SELECT buttons

These switch the zone (MAIN ZONE, ZONE2) that is operated through the remote control unit.

0“Playback in ZONE2” (v p. 157)

0“Menu operations” (v p. 163)

B Input source select buttons

These selects the input source.

0“Selecting the input source” (v p. 82)

0“Playback in ZONE2” (v p. 157)

C Channel/page search buttons (CH/PAGE df)

These select radio stations registered to presets or switch pages. (v p. 96)

D MUTE button (:)

This mutes the output audio.

0“Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting)” (v p. 83)

0“Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) (ZONE2)” (v p. 158)

E Information button (INFO)

This displays the status information on the TV screen. (v p. 244)

F Cursor buttons (uio p)

These select items.

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u

i o

Q0

G BACK button

This returns to the previous screen.

H System buttons

These perform playback related operations.

Tuning up / Tuning down buttons (TUNE +, –)

These select either FM broadcast or AM broadcast. (v p. 93)

I QUICK SELECT buttons (1 – 4)

These call up settings registered to each button, such as input source, volume level and sound mode settings. (v p. 147)

J SOUND MODE buttons

These select the sound mode. (v p. 127)

K Remote control signal transmitter

This transmits signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)

L SLEEP button

This sets the sleep timer. (v p. 145)

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Q6

Q7

Q8

M POWER button (X)

This turns the power on/off.

0“Turning the power on” (v p. 82)

0“Playback in ZONE2” (v p. 157)

NECO Mode button (G)

This switches to ECO Mode. (v p. 232)

O VOLUME buttons (df)

These adjusts the volume level.

0“Adjusting the volume” (v p. 83)

0“Adjusting the volume (ZONE2)” (v p. 158)

P OPTION button

This displays the option menu on the TV screen.

Q ENTER button

This determines the selection.

R SETUP button

This displays the menu on the TV screen. (v p. 163)

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o Contents

Speaker installation	29
Connecting speakers	36
Connecting a TV	63
Connecting a playback device	68
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port	73
Connecting FM/AM antennas	74
Connecting to a home network (LAN)	76
Connecting an external control device	78
Connecting the power cord	80

NOTE

0Do 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” (page 9 in the separate “Quick Start Guide”) screen for making connections. (During “Setup Assistant” operation, the input/output connectors do not conduct current.)

0Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in noise.

o 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	L	L
		R	R

LAN cable

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Speaker installation

Determine the speaker system depending on the number of speakers you are using and install each speaker and subwoofer in the room.

Speaker installation is explained using this example of a typical installation.

FL/FR

(Front speaker left/ right):

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.

FL		FR
SL	C	SW2	SR
SW1
SBL	SB		SBR

	C	Place the CENTER speaker in between the front
	(Center speaker):	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
	(Surround speaker left/	main listening position. If you don’t have
	right):	surround back speakers, move the surround
		speakers slightly behind your listening position.
		Place the SURROUND BACK left and right
	SBL/SBR	speakers an equal distance from the main
		listening position and directly behind the main
	(Surround back
		listening position. When using a single surround
	speaker left/right):
		back speaker (SB), place it directly behind the
		listening position.
	SW 1/2	Place the SUBWOOFER at a convenient location
		near the front speakers. If you have two
	(Subwoofer):	subwoofers, place them asymmetrically across
		the front of your room.

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		TRL	TRR
	RHL	TML	TMR	RHR
		TFL	TFR
		FHL	FHR

	FHL/FHR	Place the FRONT HEIGHT left and right speakers
		directly above the front speakers. Mount them as
	(Front height speaker
		close to the ceiling as possible and aim them
	left/right):	towards the main listening position.
	TFL/TFR	Mount the TOP FRONT left and right speakers on
		the ceiling slightly in front of your main listening
	(Top front speaker
		position and aligned with the left and right front
	left/right):
		speakers.
	TML/TMR	Mount the TOP MIDDLE left and right speakers
	(Top middle speaker	directly above the main listening position and
	left/right):	aligned with the left and right front speakers.
	TRL/TRR	Mount the TOP REAR left and right speakers on
		the ceiling slightly behind your main listening
	(Top rear speaker
		position and aligned with the left and right front
	left/right):
		speakers.
	RHL/RHR	Place the REAR HEIGHT left and right speakers
		directly behind the main listening position. Mount
	(Rear height speaker
		them as close to the ceiling as possible and
	left/right):	aligned with the left and right front speakers.

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