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AV SURROUND RECEIVER 收音環繞擴音機 收音環繞擴音機 AVR-2105 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 操作說明書 操作說明書 MASTER VOLUME FUNCTION VOLUME LEVEL SIGNAL INPUT OUTPUT SURROUND DIGITAL AUTO BACK INPUT MODE ANALOG EXT. IN BAND SHIFT ª PRESET • ª TUNING • SOURCE REC SELECT SELECT SELECT...
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ENGLISH NOTE ON USE / 使用注意事項 / 使用注意事項 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER- SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
BEFORE USING We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-2105. To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-2105 has to offer, read these Pay attention to the following before using this unit: instructions carefully and use the set properly. Be sure to keep this manual for future reference, should any questions or problems arise.
In addition to the previously offered Music and 10. Video Conversion Function Cinema modes, the AVR-2105 also offers a Game The AVR-2105 is equipped with a function for mode optimum for games. converting the signals input to the video input 4.
Do not use them for hair driers, etc. Connecting a Turntable Connect the turntable’s output cord to the AVR-2105’s PHONO jacks, the L (left) plug to the L jack, the R (right) plug to the right jack. Connecting the PRE OUT jacks...
The input selectors for the S inputs and pin jack inputs work in conjunction with each other. • The AVR-2105 is equipped with a function for up-converting video signals. • The AVR-2105 is equipped with a function for converting video signals.
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With the antenna attached to a not touch metal parts of the panel. Monitor Output jacks wall. Signal input to the AVR-2105 Video signal output to color Video signal output to VIDEO Video signal output to S-Video difference (component) Video Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.
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If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the SELECT SELECT SURROUND TONE ventilation around the unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON service center. DIRECT / MODE CONTROL STEREO V.AUX INPUT...
PARAMETER DEFEAT AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO OPTICAL SETUP MIC AV SURROUND RECEIVER AVR-2105 u o !1 i !0 !6 !7 Power ON/STANDBY switch .....(12, 21, 33) TUNING • (up) / ª (down) buttons ....(33) POWER indicator ........(12, 21) RT button............(37) STATUS button ..........(24) Power switch ...........(12, 21)
ENGLISH USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Remote control unit • For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ). Following the procedure outlined below, insert the batteries before using the remote control unit. Remote control signal Range of operation of the remote control unit LED (indicator) .......(19, 21)
Assignment VIDEO 1 VIDEO 2 VIDEO 3 — pages 5 to 9), make the various settings described below on the monitor screen using the AVR-2105’s on- Inputs screen display function. Auto Surround Auto surround mode function setting. Auto Surround Mode = ON Mode These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the AVR-2105.
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S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OPTICAL SETUP MIC AV SURROUND RECEIVER AVR-2105 *SYSTEM SET UP (Remote control unit) Listening position NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO” position of the slide switch on the remote control unit. Place the microphone for Auto Setup at the...
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ENGLISH Setting the Auto Setup About automatic retry Remeasurement starts automatically to receive proper result of measurement. Remeasurement is performed to 2 times, and “Retry1” or “Retry2” is displayed • Use the (left) button to switch the Auto Setup on screen during remeasurement. mode.
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ENGLISH Check of the measurement results Setting the type of speakers • Set up in function of your speaker systems. Performing this setup optimizes the system. Select the items. • The composition of the signals output to the different channels and the frequency response are adjusted The measurement results of each item can be checked automatically according to the combination of speakers actually being used.
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ENGLISH Setting the delay time Setting the Subwoofer mode and Crossover Frequency • Input the distance between the listening position and the different speakers to set the delay time for the surround This screen is not displayed when not using a subwoofer. mode.
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ENGLISH NOTES: Setting the Test Tone — Assignment of low frequency signal range — • Use this setting to adjust to that the playback level between the different channel is equal. • The signals produced from the subwoofer channel are LFE signals (during playback of Dolby Digital or DTS •...
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ENGLISH Setting the Component In Assignment After completing the adjustment, press the ENTER button. • This setting assigns the color difference (component) video input jacks of the AVR-2105 for the different input sources. (Remote control unit) Select the component (Y, P...
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• On-screen display signals Select the “On Screen Select the “MODE1” or Signals input to the AVR-2105 On-screen display signal output 29 OSD MODE1 Display”...
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Preset memory 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 Operating DENON audio components function by registering the manufacturer of the component as shown on the List of Preset Codes (pages 126~128).
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: Enter setting NOTES: NOTE: • For this CD, CDR, MD and TAPE components, buttons can be operated in the same way as for Denon audio • Some manufacturers use different names for components (page 19). the DVD remote control buttons, so also refer to •...
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ENGLISH OPERATION Punch Through • “Punch Through” is a function allowing you to operate the PLAY, STOP, MANUAL SEARCH and AUTO SEARCH Before operating buttons on the CD, TAPE, CDR/MD, DVD/VDP or VCR components when in the DBS/CABLE or TV mode. By default, nothing is set.
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ENGLISH Input mode when playing DTS sources NOTE: Playing the input source • Noise will be output if DTS-compatible CDs or LDs • Note that noise will be output when CDs or LDs are played in the “ANALOG” or “PCM” mode. recorded in DTS format are played in the “PCM”...
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Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) jacks Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs) The AVR-2105 is equipped with two 2-channel playback modes exclusively for music. Set the external input (EXT. IN) mode. Select the mode to suit your tastes.
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ENGLISH [4] Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image After starting playback [1] Adjusting the sound quality (tone) Simulcast playback • The tone control function will not work in the direct mode. Use this switch to monitor a video source other than the audio source.
ENGLISH SURROUND Multi-source recording Playing one source while recording another (REC OUT mode) Before playing with the surround function Press the REC SELECT button. 2, 4 • Before playing with the surround function, be sure to use the test tones to adjust the playback level from the different speakers.
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ENGLISH • After adjusting using the test tones, adjust the channel levels either according to the playback sources or to Dolby Pro Logic x (Pro Logic ) mode suit your tastes, as (described) below. To play in the PL x mode, set “S.BackSp” at the Speaker Configuration setting to “1Sp” or ”2Sp”. Select the speaker whose level you want to adjust.
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ENGLISH DTS NEO:6 mode Select the optimum mode for the source. • When the “SB CH OUT” parameter is set to “ON”. (Set The DTS NEO:6 Cinema or “S.BackSp” at system set up to “SMALL” or“LARGE”.) SELECT Music mode can be chosen directly by pressing the CINEMA or MUSIC button (Pro Logic...
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ENGLISH Dolby Digital mode (only with digital input) and DTS Surround (only with digital input) Set the various surround parameters. Press the ENTER button to finish surround parameter mode. Select the input source. SELECT Playback with a digital input q Select an input source set to digital (Main unit) (Remote control unit) (COAXIAL/OPTICAL) (see page 17).
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ENGLISH Checking the input signal Display the surround parameter menu. SURROUND PARAMETER The input signal can be checked by pressing the remote control unit’s ON SCREEN/ DISPLAY button. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) (Remote control unit) SIGNAL: Displays the type of signal (DTS, DOLBY DIGITAL, PCM, etc.).
ENGLISH Surround parameters w DSP SURROUND SIMULATION CINEMA EQ. (Cinema Equalizer): The Cinema EQ function gently decreases the level of the extreme high frequencies, compensating for • This unit is equipped with a high performance DSP (Digital Signal Processor) which uses digital signal overly-bright sounding motion picture soundtracks.
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ENGLISH • Operating the surround mode and surround parameters from the main unit‘s panel. DSP surround simulation • To operate the surround mode and surround parameters from the remote control unit. Turn the SELECT knob to select the surround mode. Select the surround mode for the input channel.
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ENGLISH Surround modes and parameters Signals and adjustability in the different modes Signals and adjustability in the different modes Channel output When SURROUND PARAMETER When When When playing playing playing playing NEO:6 Dolby PRO LOGIC x ONLY EXT. IN ANALOG MUSIC FRONT SURROUND...
ENGLISH LISTENING TO THE RADIO Auto tuning Press the MODE button to set the auto tuning Auto preset memory mode. This unit is equipped with a function for automatically searching for FM broadcast stations and storing them in the preset memory. The “Auto tuner preset”...
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ENGLISH Preset stations Checking the preset stations • The preset (broadcast) stations can be checked on the on screen display (OSD). Preparations: Use the “Auto tuning” or “Manual tuning” operation to tune in the station to be preset in the memory. Press the ON SCREEN/DISPLAY button repeatedly until the “Tuner Preset Stations”...
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ENGLISH RDS (Radio Data System) RDS search Models for China and Taiwan R.O.C. are not equipped with the RDS function. Use this function to automatically tune to FM stations that provide RDS service. Note that the RDS function only works when receiving RDS compatible stations. RDS (works only on the FM band) is a broadcasting service which allows station to send additional information Set the input source to “TUNER”.
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ENGLISH PTY search TP search Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting a designated program type (PTY). Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting traffic program (TP stations). For a description of each program type, refer to “Program Type (PTY)”. Set the input source to “TUNER”.
ENGLISH ADDITIONAL INFORMATION RT (Radio Text) “RT” appears on the display when radio text data is “RT” received. Optimum surround sound for different sources When the RT button is pressed while receiving an RDS There are currently various types of multi-channel signals (signals or formats with more than two channels). broadcast station, the text data broadcast from the station is displayed.
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6.1 channels but also slightly higher position (0 to 20 cm) than the surround speakers. with conventional 2- to 5.1-channel sources. Furthermore, all the DENON original surround modes (see page 30) • We recommend installing the surround back speaker(s) at a slightly downward are compatible with 7.1-channel playback, so you can enjoy 7.1-channel sound with any signal source.
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“bit stream + PCM” and “PCM only” digital outputs. In this case connect the “bit stream + PCM” The AVR-2105 is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that lets you play program sources in the jacks to the AVR-2105.
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Set the input mode to “AUTO” or “DTS” (page 22). LD (VDP) When either of these signals is input to the AVR-2105, the surround mode is automatically set to Dolby (same as for PCM) Never set the mode to “ANALOG” or “PCM”.
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ENGLISH DTS-ES Extended Surround™ DTS 96/24 DTS-ES Extended Surround is a new multi-channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems The sampling frequency, number of bits and number of channels used for recording of music, etc., in studios has Inc.
ENGLISH TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Cause Measures Page • Ground wire of turntable not connected • Connect securely. Humming noise properly. If a problem should arise,first check the following. produced when record • Incomplete PHONO jack connection. • Connect securely. 1. Are the connections correct ? is playing.
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SURROUND TONE PARAMETER DEFEAT 保護電路會起動。假如保護電路被起動,揚聲輸出會斷開。關閉電源,等本機冷卻,改善通風後再開機。 S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OPTICAL SETUP MIC AV SURROUND RECEIVER AVR-2105 連接攝像機組件 攝像機 • 連接攝像機組件的輸出插口至本機的視頻輔 OUTPUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT 助輸入(V. AUX INPUT)插口。 LINE OUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT V. AUX 輸入(V. AUX INPUT)端口上有一個蓋子。使用端口時請拿走蓋子。(參閱第 44 頁拿走蓋子的方...
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SURROUND TONE PARAMETER DEFEAT 保護電路會起動。假如保護電路被起動﹐揚聲輸出會斷開。關閉電源﹐等本機冷卻﹐改善通風後再開機。 AUDIO S-VIDEO VIDEO OPTICAL SETUP MIC AV SURROUND RECEIVER AVR-2105 連接攝像機組件 攝像機 • 連接攝像機組件的輸出插口至本機的視頻輔 OUTPUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT 助輸入(V. AUX INPUT)插口。 LINE OUT VIDEO OUT S-VIDEO OUT V. AUX 輸入(V. AUX INPUT)端口上有一個蓋子。使用端口時請拿走蓋子。(參閱第 85 頁拿走蓋子的方...