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Page 1 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AVR-X1800H INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER Owner’s Manual Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
Page 2 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Accessories Connecting a TV Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and Inserting the batteries compatible with the ARC / eARC Operating range of the remote control unit Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and Features incompatible with the ARC / eARC High quality sound...
Page 3 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Basic operation Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) Turning the power on Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) Selecting the input source Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto Adjusting the volume Preset Memory) Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting)
Page 4 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AirPlay function Selecting a sound mode Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad Selecting a sound mode Playing iTunes music with this unit Direct playback Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple Pure Direct playback synced devices (AirPlay 2) Auto surround playback...
Page 5 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Remote lock function Video Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit HDMI Setup Enabling the remote sensor function HDMI Upscaler Web control function On-Screen Display Controlling the unit from a web control Screensaver Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) 4K/8K Signal Format...
Page 6 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Manual Setup HEOS Speaker Layout You have not signed in Amp Assign You have already signed in Front/Center/Surround/Surround Back General Height Language Subwoofer Owner's Manual Bi-Amp Front B Bluetooth Transmitter ZONE2 ZONE2 Setup View Terminal Config. Zone Rename Distances Quick Select...
Page 7 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips Resetting factory settings Resetting network settings Tips Factory Restore Troubleshooting Appendix Power does not turn on / Power is turned off Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit About HDMI Display on this unit shows nothing Relationship between video signals and TV output No sound comes out Playing back a USB memory devices...
Page 8 Playback Settings Tips Appendix 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.
Page 9 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Inserting the batteries NOTE 0 To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid: 0 Do not use a new battery together with an old one. Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and 0 Do not use two different types of batteries.
Page 10 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Features DTS:X (v p. 270) High quality sound This unit is equipped with the DTS:X decoder technology. DTS:X brings the home theater experience to new heights with its immersive object Powerful 7-channel Amplifier with the Latest Home Cinema Specs based audio technology which removes the bounds of channels.
Page 11 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Digital video processor upscales 1080p / 4K to 8K High performance 8K 60Hz input/output supported 8K Ultra HD up scaling 1080p/4K 60Hz 4K 120Hz 4K 120Hz This unit is equipped with a 8K video upscaling function that allows 1080p/4K video to be output via HDMI at 8K (7680 ×...
Page 12 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV The device is equipped with a AirPlay ® function in addition to devices (6 inputs, 1 output) network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 104) You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet This unit is equipped with 6 HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI output enabling Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC.
Page 13 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback of DSD and FLAC files via USB and networks Connect Bluetooth headphones This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as This unit can transmit Bluetooth so you can enjoy audio wirelessly DSD (5.6 MHz) and FLAC 192 kHz files.
Page 14 GZONE2H devices (Google, Amazon Kindle Fire) The Denon AVR Remote app gives you full control of this unit as well as access to its setup menu for detailed adjustments from your phones or You can select and play back the respective inputs in MAIN ZONE and tablets.
Page 15 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix HEOS provides streaming music from your favorite online music Easy operation sources “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.
Page 16 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Part names and functions Front panel For details, see the next page. Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
Page 17 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix C SOURCE SELECT knob This selects the input source. (v p. 67) 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) F MASTER VOLUME knob This adjusts the volume level.
Page 18 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 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 SUBWOOFER Q0 Q1 connectors.
Page 19 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Display Q0 Q1 A Input mode indicators E Tuner reception mode indicators These light according to the audio input mode settings of each input These light up according to the reception conditions when the input source.
Page 20 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix G Volume indicator H MUTE indicator This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 68) 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.
Page 21 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Rear panel Q1 Q2 For details, see the next page. Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
Page 22 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 0 The antenna clip can be removed from the rear panel. A Rotate the antenna clip 90 degrees to the left. B Pull the antenna clip out towards yourself. 0 The antenna clip is needed when transporting this unit. Keep it in a safe place.
Page 23 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix H HDMI connectors Used to connect devices equipped with HDMI connectors. “Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and compatible with the ARC / eARC” (v p. 51) “Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC / eARC”...
Page 24 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Remote control unit A ZONE SELECT buttons These switch the zone (MAIN ZONE, ZONE2) that is operated through the remote control unit. “Playing different sources in MAIN ZONE and ZONE2” (v p. 145) “Menu operations” (v p. 153) B Input source select buttons These selects the input source.
Page 25 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 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. 82) I QUICK SELECT buttons (1 –...
Page 26 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix M POWER button (X) This turns the power on/off. “Turning the power on” (v p. 67) “Playing different sources in MAIN ZONE and ZONE2” (v p. 145) N VOLUME buttons (df) These adjusts the volume level. “Adjusting the volume”...
Page 27 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents o Cables used for connections Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to Speaker installation connect. Connecting speakers Connecting a TV Speaker cable Connecting a playback device Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port Connecting FM/AM antennas Subwoofer cable Connecting to a home network (LAN)
Page 28 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Speaker installation Determine the speaker system depending on the number of speakers you Place the FRONT left and right speakers an are using and install each speaker and subwoofer in the room. FL/FR equal distance from the main listening position. Speaker installation is explained using this example of a typical (Front speaker left/ The distance between each speaker and your TV...
Page 29 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Place the FRONT HEIGHT left and right speakers FHL/FHR 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. Mount the TOP FRONT left and right speakers on TFL/TFR the ceiling slightly in front of your main listening...
Page 30 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix About Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers reflect the sound off the ceiling to allow the sound to come from over your head by using a special upward- pointing speaker that is placed on the floor. You can enjoy the Dolby Atmos 3D sound even in an environment where speakers cannot be installed on the ceiling.
Page 31 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Recommended placement of the speakers Floor speakers Layout 0 This unit is compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X which offers an even wider and deeper surround sensation. Use the following illustration as a guide for the installation location of 0 The “Speaker Virtualizer”...
Page 32 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Height speakers Layout Use the following illustration as a guide for the installation location of each height speaker. You do not have to match them exactly. Height speakers layout Top middle speaker Top front speaker Front height speaker Surround...
Page 33 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting speakers Here we connect the speakers in the room to this unit. Before connecting speakers NOTE NOTE 0 Disconnect this unit’s power plug from the power outlet before connecting the 0 Carry out the following settings when using a speaker with an impedance of 4 – 6 speakers.
Page 34 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Connecting the speaker cables o Connecting the subwoofer Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – Use a subwoofer cable to connect the subwoofer. Two subwoofers can (black) polarities on the speakers being connected to this unit, and be be connected to this unit.
Page 35 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o About the cable labels (supplied) for channel Speaker Color identification FRONT L White FRONT R The channel display section for speaker terminals on the rear panel is CENTER Green color-coded for each channel to be identifiable. SURROUND L Light Blue Attach the cable label corresponding to each speaker to each speaker...
Page 36 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix The supplied cable labels include labels for the speaker and HDMI cables. Attach a cable label to each cable that matches the speakers and HDMI devices being connected, as shown below. This makes it easy to identify and properly connect the cables between your components.
Page 37 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting speakers to the speaker terminals You can connect 7.2 channel speakers to this unit. Connect each speaker according to the speakers you are using. z1 When using a single surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK L terminal.
Page 38 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting an external power amplifier You can use this unit as a preamplifier for front channels by connecting an external power amplifier to the PRE OUT connectors. By adding a power amplifier to front channels, the realness of the sound can be further enhanced. Subwoofer Subwoofer Power amplifier...
Page 39 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings This unit has a built-in 7-channel power amplifier. In addition to the basic 5.1-channel system, a variety of speaker systems can be configured by changing the “Amp Assign” settings to suit the application, such as 7.1-channel systems, bi-amp connections and 2-channel systems for multi-zone playback. (v p.
Page 40 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting 5.1-channel speakers This serves as a basic 5.1-channel surround system. For each speaker connection, refer to “Connecting speakers to the speaker terminals” (v p. 37). Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
Page 41 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting 7.1-channel speakers o Example layout when using surround back speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is basic 7.1-channel system. (Adding surround back speakers to basic 5.1-channel system) For each speaker connection, refer to the following. “Connecting speakers to the speaker terminals”...
Page 42 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example layout when using height speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with front height speakers. 0 Set “Amp Assign” to “7.1ch” and set “Height” to “Front Height” in the menu. (v p.
Page 43 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example layout when using top front speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with top front speakers. 0 Set “Amp Assign” to “7.1ch” and set “Height” to “Top Front” in the menu. (v p.
Page 44 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example layout when using top middle speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with top middle speakers. 0 Set “Amp Assign” to “7.1ch” and set “Height” to “Top Middle” in the menu. (v p.
Page 45 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example layout when using front Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with front Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers. 0 Set “Amp Assign” to “7.1ch” and set “Height” to “Front Dolby” in the menu. (v p.
Page 46 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example layout when using surround Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with surround Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers. 0 Set “Amp Assign” to “7.1ch” and set “Height” to “Surround Dolby” in the menu. (v p.
Page 47 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Bi-amp connection of front speakers This system plays back 5.1-channels. You can use the bi-amp connection for front speakers. Bi-amp connection is a method to connect separate amplifiers to the tweeter terminal and woofer terminal of a speaker that supports bi-amplification. This connection enables back EMF (power returned without being output) from the woofer to flow into the tweeter without affecting the sound quality, producing a higher sound quality.
Page 48 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speakers This system enables switching playback between front speakers A and B as desired. 0 Set “Amp Assign” to “5.1ch + Front B” in the menu. (v p. 189) FR (A) FL (A) FR (B)
Page 49 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting multi-zone speakers o 5.1-channel (MAIN ZONE) + 2-channel (ZONE2) speaker connection This connection method constructs a 5.1-channel speaker system in the MAIN ZONE and a 2-channel system in ZONE2. MAIN ZONE ZONE2 ZONE2 ZONE2 ZONE2 ZONE2...
Page 50 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a TV 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. Is the TV equipped with an HDMI connector? Is the TV compatible with the ARC / eARC? “Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI...
Page 51 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and compatible with the ARC / eARC Using a high quality HDMI cable , connect one end to the HDMI port labeled “eARC” or “ARC” on your TV. Connect the other end to the HDMI OUT port on this unit.
Page 52 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC / eARC Use an HDMI cable to connect the TV to this unit. To listen to audio from TV on this unit, use an optical cable to connect the TV to this unit. OPTICAL HDMI Front panel...
Page 53 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a playback device This unit is equipped with HDMI video input connectors and three types of audio input connectors (HDMI, digital audio and audio). Select input connectors on this unit according to the connectors equipped on the device you want to connect. If the device connected to this unit is equipped with an HDMI connector, it is recommended to use HDMI connections.
Page 54 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) This explanation uses the connection with a satellite tuner/cable TV STB as an example. Select the input connectors on this unit to match the connectors on the device that you want to connect to. (HDMI incompatible device) Satellite tuner / Satellite tuner /...
Page 55 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a media player This explanation uses the connection with a media player as an example. Select the input connectors on this unit to match the connectors on the device that you want to connect to. (HDMI incompatible device) Media player Media player...
Page 56 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player or DVD player This explanation uses the connection with a Blu-ray Disc player or DVD player as an example. Select the input connectors on this unit to match the connectors on the device that you want to connect to. Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player HDMI...
Page 57 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a game console or player device compatible with 8K This unit supports 8K HDMI video signals. If your game console or player device supports 8K, connect it to the HDMI 4, HDMI 5 or HDMI 6 connector on your device. Game console 8K player HDMI...
Page 58 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a turntable This unit is compatible with turntables equipped with a moving magnet (MM) phono cartridge. When you connect to a turntable with a low output moving coil (MC) cartridge, use a commercially available MC head amp or a step-up transformer. If you set this unit’s input source to “Phono”...
Page 59 USB memory device 0 Denon does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate or receive power. When using a portable USB hard disk drive (HDD) which came with an AC adapter, use that device’s supplied AC adapter. 0 The USB port on the rear panel can only be used to supply power (5 V/1.5 A). It cannot be used to play music files. (v p. 23) NOTE 0 USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub.
Page 60 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting FM/AM antennas Connect the antenna, tune in to a broadcast and then move the antenna to AM loop antenna the location where there is least noise. Then use tape, etc. to fix the (supplied) antenna in this location.
Page 61 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o AM loop antenna assembly o Using the AM loop antenna Suspending on a wall Put the stand section through the bottom of the loop Suspend directly on a wall without assembling. antenna from the rear and bend it forward. Insert the projecting part into the square hole in the stand.
Page 62 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting to a home network (LAN) This unit can connect to a network using a wired LAN or wireless LAN. Wired LAN You can connect this unit to your home network (LAN) to enable various types of playback and operations as described below.
Page 63 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Wireless LAN 0 When using this unit, we recommend you use a router equipped with the following When connecting to the network via wireless LAN, connect the external functions: antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity connection to the rear panel 0 Built-in DHCP server and stand them upright.
Page 64 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting an external control device REMOTE CONTROL jack When this unit is installed in a location where the remote control signals cannot reach (installation in a cabinet etc.), it can still be controlled by the remote control by connecting a remote control receiver unit (sold separately).
Page 65 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting the power cord After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet. Power cord (supplied) To household power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
Page 66 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents Playback network audio/service Listening to Internet Radio Basic operation Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS Turning the power on Getting the HEOS App Selecting the input source AirPlay function Adjusting the volume Spotify Connect function Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting)
Page 67 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Basic operation Turning the power on Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. POWER X 0 You can press the input source select button when the unit is in standby mode to Input source turn on the power.
Page 68 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the volume Playback a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume. The following describes the procedure for playing Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player. 0 The variable range differs according to the input signal and channel level setting. Prepare for playback.
Page 69 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing a USB memory device Playing back music files stored on a USB memory device. Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage class standards can be played on this unit. This unit is compatible with USB memory devices in “FAT32” or “NTFS” format.
Page 70 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing files stored on USB memory Browse the music on your USB memory device and devices select something to play. Insert a “FAT32” or “NTFS” formatted USB memory 0 When you select something to play you will be asked how you want to device into the USB port.
Page 71 NOTE Nature 01 - Various Artists 0 Note that Denon will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising with Nature the data on a USB memory device when using this unit in conjunction with the USB...
Page 72 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations accessible through the option menu “Adjusting the audibility of dialog and vocals (Dialog Enhancer)” (v p. 110) “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source (Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 111) “Adjusting the tone (Tone)”...
Page 73 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to music on a Bluetooth device Music files stored on Bluetooth devices such as smartphones, digital music players, etc. can be enjoyed on this unit by pairing and connecting this unit with the Bluetooth device. Communication is possible up to a range of about 98.4 ft/30 m.
Page 74 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing music from Bluetooth device Select this unit when its name appears in the list of devices displayed on the screen of the Bluetooth In order to enjoy music from a Bluetooth device on this unit, the Bluetooth device.
Page 75 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Pairing with other Bluetooth devices NOTE 0 To operate the Bluetooth device with the remote control of this unit, the Bluetooth Pair a Bluetooth device with this unit. device needs to support the AVRCP profile. 0 The remote control of this unit is not guaranteed to work with all Bluetooth devices.
Page 76 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device After pairing is completed, the Bluetooth device can be connected without performing any operations on this unit. This operation also needs to be performed when switching the Bluetooth device for playback.
Page 77 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones You can listen to audio playing through the MAIN ZONE of this unit on Bluetooth headphones. Output audio from connected speakers and Bluetooth headphones simultaneously, or only using Bluetooth headphones. (Output Mode: Bluetooth + Speakers) (Output Mode: Bluetooth Only) Front panel...
Page 78 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 0 “Output Mode” can also be set from “Bluetooth Transmitter” in the option menu. 0 A2DP profile-compatible Bluetooth speakers can be connected following the same steps used to connect Bluetooth headphones. Set “Transmitter”...
Page 79 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the volume of Bluetooth Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones headphones If you are using Bluetooth headphones that do not have volume control, or Follow any of the steps below to reconnect the most recently used if the volume is insufficient, you can control the volume by adjusting the Bluetooth headphones: “Level”...
Page 80 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones Complete any of the following steps to disconnect your Bluetooth headphones: Turn off your Bluetooth headphones. Go to “Bluetooth Transmitter” and then select “Disconnect” within the options menu. In the setup menu, go to “General” - “Bluetooth Transmitter”, and set “Transmitter”...
Page 81 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to FM/AM broadcasts You can use the built-in tuner of this unit to listen to FM broadcasts and AM broadcasts. Make sure the FM antenna and AM loop antenna are connected to this unit first.
Page 82 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Use cursor Left/Right to select “FM” or “AM”, then press ENTER. Connect the antenna. (“Connecting FM/AM When listening to an FM broadcast. antennas” (v p. 60)) When listening to an AM broadcast. Press TUNER to switch the input source to “Tuner”.
Page 83 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations accessible through the option Tuning in by entering the frequency menu (Direct Tune) “Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune)” (v p. 83) You can enter the receiving frequency directly to tune in. “Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode)”...
Page 84 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto Preset You can change the mode for tuning into FM and AM broadcasts. If you Memory) cannot tune in automatically with “Auto” mode, change the mode to “Manual”...
Page 85 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Presetting the current broadcast Channel Default settings 92.10 / 92.30 / 92.50 / 92.70 / 93.10 / 93.50 / 93.70 / 94.10 station (Preset Memory) 1 – 8 94.30 / 94.50 / 94.70 / 94.90 / 95.10 / 95.30 / 95.50 / 95.70 Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune them 9 –...
Page 86 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Specify a name for the preset Enter the characters, then press “OK”. broadcast station (Preset Name) Press OPTION to return to the previous screen. You can set the name to the preset broadcast station or change it. Up to 8 characters can be input.
Page 87 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Skipping preset broadcast stations To set the stations you want to skip by stations (Preset Skip) A Use cursor Left/Right to select the group of broadcast stations you want to skip. Perform auto preset memory to save all the broadcasting stations that can B Use cursor Up/Down to select the broadcast station you be received in the memory.
Page 88 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Cancelling Preset Skip While the “Preset Skip” screen is displayed, use cursor Left/Right to select a group containing a broadcast station to cancel the skip for. Use cursor Up/Down to select a broadcast station to cancel the skip for.
Page 89 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to Internet Radio Internet Radio refers to radio broadcasts distributed over the Internet. Internet Radio stations from around the world can be received. The Internet Radio station list on this unit the database service provided by TuneIn Radio service.
Page 90 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to Internet Radio 0 The display switches between track title and radio station name etc. each time the main unit’s STATUS is pressed. Press INTERNET RADIO. You can also press R (HEOS Music). Use cursor Up/Down to NOTE select “TuneIn Internet Radio”, then press ENTER.
Page 91 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS This unit can play back music files and playlists (m3u, wpl) from DLNA compatible servers including PCs and NAS devices on your network. Supported file formats: For details, see “Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS”...
Page 92 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back files stored on a PC or Browse the music on your PC/NAS and select something to play. Use this procedure to play music files or playlists stored on DLNA files servers on your local network. 0 When you select something to play you will be asked how you want to queue up your music.
Page 93 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Use cursor Up/Down to select the “Play Now” or “Play 0 The display switches between track title, artist name, and album title each time the Now & Replace Queue”, then press ENTER. main unit’s STATUS is pressed. Playback starts.
Page 94 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations accessible through the option menu “Adjusting the audibility of dialog and vocals (Dialog Enhancer)” (v p. 110) “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source (Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 111) “Adjusting the tone (Tone)”...
Page 95 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Getting the HEOS App You can use many online music streaming services from the HEOS App. Depending upon your geographical location, there are several options to choose from. Download the HEOS App for iOS or Android by searching App Store, Google Play store or Amazon Appstore for “HEOS”. Front panel Display Rear panel...
Page 96 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Changing your HEOS Account HEOS Account HEOS Accounts can be registered by tapping “Music” tab - “Settings” icon Tap the “Music” tab. in the HEOS App. Select the Settings icon in the upper left corner of Once you create or sign into your HEOS Account, you can use the HEOS Favorites feature to save and recall your favorite streaming radio stations the screen.
Page 97 Some services may be added or discontinued from time to time based on decisions of the music service providers or others. o Selecting a room/device Tap the “Rooms” tab, and select “Denon AVR-X1800H” Rooms Music Now Playing if there are multiple products with HEOS Built-in.
Page 98 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Selecting the music track or station from music sources Music Tap the “Music” tab and select a music source. 0 All music services displayed may not be available in your location. Rooms Music Now Playing Front panel Display...
Page 99 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Browse the music to play. Album Now Playing After selecting a music track or radio station the app will Artist Album automatically change to the “Now Playing” screen. 10 Tracks,60 Mins.,2014 1 Track 1 0:20 0 When you select a music track to play you will be asked how you want to 0:50...
Page 100 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to the same music in multiple Rooms Rooms rooms Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them Dining Dining Song Name 1 This system is a true multi-room audio system. You can create one or Song Name 1 more HEOS groups to automatically synchronize audio playback between Living...
Page 101 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Ungrouping rooms Rooms Rooms Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them Press and hold your finger on room that you want to Dining remove from the group. Dining Song Name 1 Song Name 1...
Page 102 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Grouping all rooms (party mode) Rooms Rooms You can easily group 16 rooms together into Party Mode by using a Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them "pinch"...
Page 103 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Ungrouping all rooms Rooms Rooms You can easily ungroup all of your rooms and exit Party Mode by using Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them a "spread"...
Page 104 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AirPlay function Music files stored on your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or iTunes can be Router played on this unit via the network. This unit 0 Source input will be switched to “HEOS Music” when AirPlay playback is started. 0 You can stop AirPlay playback by choosing other input source.
Page 105 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod Playing iTunes music with this unit touch or iPad Install iTunes 10, or later, on a Mac or Windows PC that If you update your “iPhone/iPod touch/iPad” to iOS 10.0.2 or later, you can is connected to the same network as this unit.
Page 106 Speakers & TVs Songs from an iPhone, iPod touch or iPad operating iOS 11.4 or later can Living Room be synced with multiple AirPlay 2 supported devices for simultaneous Denon xxxxxxxx Song - Artist playback. Bedroom Play the song on your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad.
Page 107 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Spotify Connect function Spotify is all the music you’ll ever need. Millions of songs available Playing Spotify music with this unit instantly. Just search for the music you love, or let Spotify play you something great.
Page 108 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Convenience functions This section explains how to use convenient functions that can be used for each input source. These functions can only be set in the MAIN ZONE. MAIN (HEOS Music) OPTION Cursor Up/Down/ Left/Right ENTER Front panel...
Page 109 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back HEOS Favorites Browse the content and select something to play. When using the HEOS Favorites function for the first time on this unit, create a HEOS Account on the HEOS App or sign in to your account. 0 “HEOS Favorites - Use HEOS app”...
Page 110 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the audibility of dialog and Adding to HEOS Favorites vocals (Dialog Enhancer) While content is playing, press OPTION. This function adjusts the center channel frequency band to enhance the The option menu screen is displayed. dialog in the movies and vocals in music for easier listening.
Page 111 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the volume of each channel Use cursor Left/Right to adjust the volume. to match the input source (Channel –12.0 dB – +12.0 dB (Default: 0.0 dB) Level Adjust) Use cursor Up/Down/Left/Right to select “Exit”, then The volume of each channel can be changed while listening to music.
Page 112 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the tone (Tone) Select “On” in step 3 and press cursor Down to select the sound range to be adjusted. Adjusts the tonal quality of the sound. Bass: Adjust bass. Press OPTION. Treble: Adjust treble.
Page 113 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting audio delay (Audio Delay) Press cursor Down to select “Adjust” if the timing mismatch between the picture and sound need to be Compensates for incorrect timing between video and audio. corrected manually, then use cursor Left/Right to adjust the timing.
Page 114 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Displaying your desired video during If you selected “On” in step 3, press cursor Down and audio playback (Video Select) select “Source”. Use cursor Left/Right to select the input source for This unit can display video from a different source on TV during audio video you want to play back, then press ENTER.
Page 115 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Stopping the All Zone Stereo mode Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) During playback in All Zone Stereo mode, press OPTION. You can play back the music being played back in MAIN ZONE An option menu screen is displayed.
Page 116 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Changing the speaker settings to match the listening environment 0 This function can be used in the following cases. 0 Adjust the speaker settings manually after setting “Speaker Preset” to “Speaker (Speaker Preset) Preset 2”. 0 Save the result to “Speaker Preset 2”...
Page 117 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Selecting a sound mode This unit allows you to enjoy various kinds of surround and stereo playback modes. Disc formats such as Blu-ray Disc and DVD, as well as being supported by digital broadcasting, and even by streaming movies and music from internet-based subscription services.
Page 118 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Switching the sound mode Selecting a sound mode Press MOVIE, MUSIC or GAME to display a list of the sound modes that can be selected. Each time you press MOVIE, MUSIC or GAME, Press MOVIE, MUSIC or GAME to select a sound mode.
Page 119 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix [Example] When MOVIE is pressed Direct playback MOVIE SOUND Sound recorded in source is played as is. Stereo Dolby Surround Press PURE to select “Direct”. DTS Neural:X Multi Ch Stereo Direct playback begins. Mono Movie This unit provides not only sound modes that conform to the formats recorded on discs such as Dolby and DTS, but also extended types of modes that match your speaker configuration and “original sound modes”...
Page 120 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Pure Direct playback Auto surround playback This mode detects the type of input digital signal, and automatically This mode is for playback with higher sound quality than in Direct playback selects the corresponding mode for playback. mode.
Page 121 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Description of sound mode types Dolby sound mode Sound mode type Description Dolby Atmos Please select this mode to play content encoded with Dolby Atmos. If you have selected a different sound mode previously, please select again this mode for Dolby Atmos content play back. It decodes Dolby Atmos content and its positioning data in real time and outputs audio from the appropriate speakers, creating natural audio images regardless of the speaker layout.
Page 122 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix DTS sound mode Sound mode type Description DTS Surround This mode can be selected when playing sources recorded in DTS. DTS-HD This mode can be selected when playing sources recorded in DTS-HD. DTS:X This mode can be selected when playing back content encoded with DTS:X. It decodes DTS:X content and its positioning data in real time and outputs audio from the appropriate speakers, creating natural audio images regardless of the speaker layout.
Page 123 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix PCM multi-channel sound mode Sound mode type Description Multi Ch In This mode can be selected when playing multi-channel PCM sources. Original sound mode Sound mode type Description Multi Ch Stereo This mode is for enjoying stereo sound from all speakers. Rock Arena This mode simulates the expansive sound of a live concert in an arena.
Page 124 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Auto sound mode Sound mode type Description Auto In this mode, the type of digital signal input, such as Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-HD, DTS:X, DTS-ES, PCM (multi-channel) is detected, and the playback mode switches automatically to the corresponding mode.
Page 125 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal The following sound modes can be selected using the MOVIE, MUSIC and GAME buttons. Adjust the sound field effect with the menu “Surround Parameter” to enjoy surround sound the way you like it. (v p. 154) Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button...
Page 126 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button MUSIC button GAME button Multi-channel z5 Stereo Dolby Digital Dolby Digital + Dolby Surround z6 Dolby Digital Dolby Digital + Neural:X z6 Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Digital Plus + Dolby Surround z6z7 Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Digital Plus + Neural:X z6 Dolby Atmos z6z8...
Page 127 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button MUSIC button GAME button DTS-HD DTS-HD + Dolby Surround z6 DTS-HD DTS-HD + Neural:X z6 DTS-HD + Virtual:X z3 DTS:X DTS:X DTS:X + Virtual:X z3 Multi Ch In Multi Ch In 7.1 z6 PCM multi-channel Multi In + Dolby Surround z6...
Page 128 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Views on the display A Shows a decoder to be used. In the case of the Dolby Digital Plus decoder, “W” is displayed. B Shows a decoder that creates sound output. “5” indicates that the Dolby Surround decoder is being used. Front panel Display Rear panel...
Page 129 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix HDMI Control function A recent addition to the HDMI standard is CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which allows control signals from one device to communicate with another device via the HDMI cable connection. Setting procedure Enable the HDMI Control function of this unit.
Page 130 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sleep timer function You can have the power automatically switched to standby once a set time has elapsed. This is convenient for viewing and listening while going to sleep. The sleep timer function can be set for each zone. MAIN ZONE2 SLEEP...
Page 131 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Checking the remaining time Using the sleep timer Press SLEEP when the sleep timer is in operation. The remaining time appears on the display. Press MAIN or ZONE2 to select the operating zone with the remote control.
Page 132 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Quick select plus function Settings such as the input source, volume level and sound mode can be registered to the QUICK SELECT 1 - 4 buttons. You can simply press one of the registered QUICK SELECT buttons in subsequent playbacks to switch to the group of saved settings in a batch.
Page 133 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Calling up the settings Press MAIN or ZONE2 to select the operating zone with the remote control. The button for the selected zone is lit. Press QUICK SELECT. The Quick Select settings registered to the button you pressed are called up.
Page 134 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Changing the settings Press MAIN or ZONE2 to select the operating zone with the remote control. The button for the selected zone is lit. Set the items below to the settings you want to register.
Page 135 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o TV Audio sharing settings You can enjoy the same content as the MAIN ZONE in ZONE2 while maintaining surround playback of the content from TV or other playback devices in the MAIN ZONE with the original audio format such as Dolby Atmos.
Page 136 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Panel lock function To prevent accidental operation of this unit, you can disable operation of Disabling all key button operations the buttons on the front panel. TUNER PRESET CH – STATUS Press X while you press and hold TUNER PRESET CH + and ZONE2 SOURCE with the unit in standby mode.
Page 137 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Disabling all button operations except Canceling the Panel lock function VOLUME Press X while you press and hold TUNER PRESET CH + and ZONE2 SOURCE with the unit in standby mode. Press X while you press and hold TUNER PRESET CH + and ZONE2 SOURCE with the unit in standby mode.
Page 138 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Remote lock function When connecting an IR receiver, enable the Remote lock function. When Disabling the sensor function of the the function is enabled, you can not perform operations with the remote remote control unit control unit.
Page 139 The web control screen supports the following functions. Router A Setup Menu This unit B Power ON/OFF for each zone C MAIN ZONE input source switching Web control screen Top menu Denon XXXXXXXXXX Setup Menu Denon XXXXXXXXXX Audio MAIN ZONE Video CBL/SAT Inputs...
Page 140 (v p. 199) http://192.168.100.19 File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Network/Information When the top menu is displayed on the web browser, Friendly Name Denon AVR-X1800H click on the menu item you want to operate. Connection Wireless (Wi-Fi) SSID SSID SSID-01 DHCP...
Page 141 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) You can operate this unit to enjoy video and audio in a room (ZONE2) that is different from the room where this unit is placed (MAIN ZONE). You can simultaneously play back the same source in both the MAIN ZONE and ZONE2. You can also play back separate sources in the MAIN ZONE and ZONE2.
Page 142 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting ZONE2 o Connection 1: Connecting using a speaker o Connection 2 : Connection using an external output terminal amplifier (ZONE2) When “Amp Assign” is set to “5.1ch + ZONE2” in the menu, ZONE2 The audio signals of this unit’s ZONE2 audio output connectors are audio is output from the SURROUND BACK speaker terminal.
Page 143 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback the source in ZONE2 o Playing the same source simultaneously in MAIN ZONE and ZONE2 (TV Audio Sharing setting) The TV Audio Sharing setting of this unit can be used to output all signals from ZONE2 by setting “Source” as the input source for ZONE2. When playing audio input from a TV via the ARC or eARC or audio input from a playback device, you can enjoy the original input audio format, such as Dolby Atmos, in surround sound in MAIN ZONE while playing the same content in ZONE2.
Page 144 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Press ZONE2 SOURCE on the main unit to switch the input source of ZONE2 to “Source”. If “Source” is selected as the input source of ZONE2, the input source is changed to mirror that of the MAIN ZONE. “Source” is the default setting.
Page 145 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Playing different sources in MAIN ZONE and ZONE2 Press ZONE2 to set the operating zone to ZONE2 with the remote control. The ZONE2 button lights. POWER X ZONE2 Press POWER X to turn on the ZONE2 power. The ( indicator on the display lights.
Page 146 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Press the input source select button to select the input source to be played. The audio signal of the selected source is output to ZONE2. To perform an operation with the main unit, press ZONE2 SOURCE.
Page 147 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the Volume in ZONE2 o Adjusting the volume Press ZONE2 to set the operating zone to ZONE2 with the remote control. ZONE2 The ZONE2 button lights. Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume. At time of purchase, “Volume Limit”...
Page 148 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Menu map When using menu operations, connect this unit to a TV and operate this unit while viewing the TV. The recommended settings are configured for this unit by default. You can customize this unit based on your existing system and your preferences. Setting items Detailed items Description...
Page 149 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setting items Detailed items Description Page Input Assign Changes input connector assignment and the audio input mode. Source Rename Changes the display name for input source. Hide Sources Selects source inputs to hide on the user interface and front panel displays. Source Level Adjusts the input level for the current source.
Page 150 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setting items Detailed items Description Page [When the user is signed out of the HEOS account] “–” A guidance to download the HEOS app. [When the user is signed in to the HEOS account] Signed in as Displays your HEOS account.
Page 151 Information Shows information about this unit settings, input signals, etc. Usage Data Selects whether or not to send anonymous usage data to Denon. Save & Load Save and restore device settings by using a USB memory device. Setup Lock Protects settings from inadvertent changes.
Page 152 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setting items Detailed items Description Page Begin Setup... Performs basic installation/connections/settings from the beginning according to the Page 9 of guidance indicated on the TV screen. the separate manual Language Select Sets individual setting items according to the guidance displayed on the TV screen. “Quick Start Speaker Setup Guide”...
Page 153 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Menu operations Press MAIN on the remote control unit to set the MAIN operating zone to the MAIN ZONE. The MAIN button lights. Press SETUP. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Use cursor Up/Down/Right to select the menu to be set or operated, then press ENTER.
Page 154 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Audio Make audio-related settings. Subwoofer Level Adjust Surround Parameter Adjusts the subwoofer channel volume for all input sources. You can adjust the surround audio sound field effects to match your preferences. The items (parameters) that can be adjusted depend on the signal being o Subwoofer input and the currently set sound mode.
Page 155 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Loudness Management o Dynamic Compression This sets whether to output as specified in “Dynamic Compression” or Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds). output directly without compressing the dynamic range of audio Automatic dynamic range compression recorded in the disc.
Page 156 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dialog Control o Center Spread Adjust the volume of dialog in movies, vocals in music, etc. so these Center Spread expands the center channel signal to left and right front can be heard more easily. speakers to create a wider frontal audio image for the listener.
Page 157 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Speaker Virtualizer o DTS Neural:X The Speaker Virtualizer enhances the surround and height speaker DTS Neural:X Expands the non-object based audio signals and channels to create an enveloping virtual surround effect. optimizes them for your speaker configuration. Enables “Speaker Virtualizer”.
Page 158 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Delay Time o Room Size Adjusts delay time for surround channels. Determine size of acoustic environment. 0 ms – 300 ms (Default: 30 ms) Small: Simulate acoustics of a small room. Simulate acoustics of a medium-small Medium small: room.
Page 159 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Subwoofer Turn subwoofer output on and off. The subwoofer is used. (Default): Off: The subwoofer is not used. 0 You can set this when the sound mode is “Direct” or “Stereo” and in the menu “Subwoofer Output”...
Page 160 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Restorer 0 This item can be set with analog signals or PCM signal (Sample Rate = Compressed audio formats such as MP3 and WMA (Windows Media 44.1/48 kHz) is input. Audio) reduce the amount of data by eliminating signal components that 0 This cannot be set when the sound mode is set to “Direct”...
Page 161 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Power On Level Volume Sets the initial volume level when the power is turned on. Set the MAIN ZONE (room where the unit is located) volume setting. Last Sets the power-on level to the last-used o Scale (Default): volume level.
Page 162 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o MultEQ ® Audyssey ® MultEQ ® XT compensates for both time and frequency characteristics Set Audyssey MultEQ XT, Audyssey Dynamic EQ and Audyssey ® ® of the listening area based on Audyssey ® Setup measurement results.
Page 163 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dynamic EQ o Reference Level Offset Solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® is referenced to the standard film mix level. It decreased by taking into account human perception and room makes adjustments to maintain the reference response and surround acoustics.
Page 164 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dynamic Volume Graphic EQ Solves the problem of large variations in volume level between TV, Uses the graphic equalizer to adjust the tone of each speaker. movies and other content (between quiet passages and loud passages, etc.) by automatically adjusting to the user’s preferred volume setting.
Page 165 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Speaker Selection o Curve Copy Select whether to adjust tones for individual speakers or for all Copy the Flat correction curve created in Audyssey ® Setup. speakers. All: Adjust all speaker tones together. 0 “Curve Copy”...
Page 166 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Video Make video-related settings. o HDMI Pass Through HDMI Setup Selects how this unit will transmit HDMI signals to the HDMI output in Make settings for HDMI Audio Out, HDMI Pass Through and HDMI standby power mode.
Page 167 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Pass Through Source o RC Source Select Selects the HDMI input to pass through the HDMI output when this unit Set whether to allow this unit to be turned on by the input source select is in standby power mode.
Page 168 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o HDMI Control o ARC You can link operations with devices connected to HDMI and On the TV connected to the HDMI OUT connector, set whether to compatible with HDMI Control. receive sound from the TV via HDMI. Use HDMI Control function.
Page 169 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o TV Audio Switching o Power Off Control Sets automatic switching to the “TV Audio” input when a TV connected Links the power standby of this unit to external devices. via HDMI sends an appropriate CEC control command to this unit. If power to a connected TV is turned off independently of the input source, power Select the “TV Audio”...
Page 170 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Power Saving HDMI Upscaler Enables the Power Saving feature of the AVR to reduce energy costs Sets the mode for upscaling 1080p and 4K HDMI content to 8K. when using the TV's speakers. Upscale 1080p and 4K HDMI video to 8K This function is activated in the following cases.
Page 171 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Now Playing On-Screen Display Sets the display time for the playback display when the input source is Select the on-screen display user interface preferences. “HEOS Music” or “Tuner”. o Volume Always On Show display continuously. (Default): Sets where to display the volume level.
Page 172 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Screensaver 4K/8K Signal Format Select the screen saver setting. Set the format of 4K and 8K signal to be played back by this unit when the TV or playback device connected to this unit is HDMI 4K or 8K signal A screen saver is activated if no operation is performed for more than 5 compatible.
Page 173 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix GRelation between the “4K/8K Signal Format” setting and supported resolutionsH 0 When setting this to “Enhanced”, we recommend using a “Premium High 4K/8K Signal Format Support Color Pixel Speed HDMI Cable” or “Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet” that has an “HDMI Premium Certified Cable”...
Page 174 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix HDCP Setup Sets the HDCP version for each HDMI input source. Video may not be output depending on the HDCP version of your player and the TV. If this issue occurs, use this setting to set one version of HDCP. This may be able to output video.
Page 175 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Inputs Perform settings related to input source playback. You do not have to change the settings to use the unit. Make settings when needed. Input Assign 0 By default, each item is set as follows. By making connections as indicated by the input sources printed on the Input connector INPUT...
Page 176 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n TV set top box/satellite users please note o DIGITAL When using the digital audio output on a TV/satellite box: Set this to change the digital audio input connectors assigned to the To play the video signal assigned to “HDMI” combined with the audio input sources.
Page 177 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o INPUT MODE o Set Defaults Set the audio input modes for each input source. The “Input Assign” settings are returned to the default settings. It is normally recommended to set the audio input mode to “AUTO”. AUTO Automatically detect input signal and (Default):...
Page 178 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Source Rename Hide Sources Changes the display name of the input source. Remove from the display input sources that are not used. Once changed, the name is displayed on the display and menu screens Show Use this source.
Page 179 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Speakers The acoustic characteristics of the connected speakers and listening room are measured and the optimum settings are made automatically. This is called “Audyssey ® Setup”. You do not have to perform Audyssey Setup when you have already performed “Speaker Calibration” in “Setup Assistant”. ®...
Page 180 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o About the main listening position NOTE The main listening position is the position where listeners would 0 Make the room as quiet as possible. Background noise can disrupt the room measurements. Close windows and turn off the power on electronic devices normally sit or where one would normally sit alone within the listening (radios, air conditioners, fluorescent lights, etc.).
Page 181 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Procedure for speaker settings Attach the Sound calibration microphone to the supplied microphone stand or own tripod and install it (Audyssey Setup) ® at the main listening position. When installing the Sound calibration microphone, point the tip of Preparation the microphone toward the ceiling and adjust the height to match the height of the ears of a listener in a seated position.
Page 182 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connect the Sound calibration microphone to the Select “Start”, then press ENTER. SETUP MIC jack of this unit. Audyssey ® Setup can also make the following settings. Speaker Layout Set the Speaker Layout to suit your speaker environment. Channel Select If “Amp Assign”...
Page 183 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix When the following screen is displayed, select “Begin When the detected speaker is displayed, select “Next” Test” and then press ENTER. and then press ENTER. Start the measurement of the first position. Audyssey Setup Speaker Detection Audyssey Setup Front...
Page 184 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Move the Sound calibration microphone to position 2, Repeat step 8, measuring positions 3 to 8. select “Continue”, then press ENTER. The measurement of the second position starts. Measurements can be made in up to eight positions. 0 To skip measuring the fourth and subsequent listening position, press cursor Left to select “Complete”...
Page 185 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix When the analysis and storage ends, unplug the Sound Perform the settings for Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® calibration microphone from the SETUP MIC jack on the Audyssey Dynamic Volume ® main unit and then press “Next”. The following screen is displayed during the analysis.
Page 186 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Select “Details” and press ENTER to verify the measurement results. 0 When performing Audyssey ® Setup for the first time, the measurement data is automatically saved to “Speaker Preset 1” of “Speaker Preset”. Subwoofers may measure a greater reported distance than the 0 If Audyssey ®...
Page 187 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Error messages An error message is displayed if Audyssey ® Setup could not be completed due to speaker placement, the measurement environment, etc. If an error message is displayed, check the relevant items and perform the necessary measures. Be sure to turn off the power before checking speaker connections. Examples Error details Measures...
Page 188 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Retrieving Audyssey ® Setup settings If you set “Restore...” to “Restore”, you can return to Audyssey Setup ® measurement result (value calculated at the start by MultEQ XT) even ® when you have changed each setting manually. Audyssey Setup Speaker Preset 1 Your AVR can automatically measure the acoustics of your...
Page 189 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Manual Setup Speaker Layout Select a suitable speaker layout for your speaker system. Perform when setting the speakers manually or when changing settings made in Audyssey ® Setup. o Amp Assign If you enable new speakers in the Speaker Layout menu after performing Audyssey ®...
Page 190 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n Connection o Front/Center/Surround/Surround Back Select the output terminals for audio from the front speakers. Set the correct audio output terminals for your speaker system. Spkr + Pre-out n Configuration Speaker and pre-out outputs are active. (Default): Select whether or not each speaker exists.
Page 191 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Height o Subwoofer Height speakers can be used with the Surround Back terminal. Set the presence of a subwoofer. n Configuration Use a subwoofer. (Default): Set the speaker layout when installing 1 set (2-channels) of Height, Select when a subwoofer is not Ceiling or Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers.
Page 192 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Front B o View Terminal Config. When “Amp Assign” is “5.1ch + Front B”, the speaker terminal used for This shows how to connect the speaker terminals and PRE OUT the second front speakers is displayed. The terminal is fixed to connectors for your “Speaker Layout”...
Page 193 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Set the distance Distances 0.0 ft – 59.1 ft / 0.00 m – 18.00 m Set distance from listening position to speakers. Measure beforehand the distance from the listening position to each speaker. 0 The speakers that can be selected differ depending on the “Speaker Layout”...
Page 194 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dolby Speaker Setup Levels Set the distance between the Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker and the Set the volume of the test tone to be the same at the listening position ceiling. when it is output from each speaker. 3.0 ft - 10.8 ft / 0.90 m - 3.30 m (Default: 5.9 ft / 1.80 m) o Test Tone Start A test tone is output from the selected speaker.
Page 195 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Crossovers Speaker Preset Two speaker settings can be saved to suit the environments where you Set in accordance with the lower limit frequency of the base frequencies use your speakers. that can be played back through each speaker. See the speaker manual for information concerning speaker crossover frequency.
Page 196 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Advanced Subwoofer Output The following advanced speaker settings are available. Selects which low frequency signals are sent to the subwoofer outputs. o Low Frequency Effects o Subwoofer Output “Subwoofer Output” (v p. 196) The subwoofer outputs receive the LFE “Low Pass Filter”...
Page 197 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Low Pass Filter 0 “Subwoofer Output” can be set when “Speaker Layout” - “Subwoofer” in the menu is set to other than “No”. (v p. 191) Selects the crossover point for the LFE channel. Set this when you want to 0 Play music or a movie source and select the mode offering the strongest bass.
Page 198 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Front Speaker Set the front speaker A/B to use for every sound mode. Front speaker A is used. (Default): Front speaker B is used. A+B : Both front speakers A and B are used. 0 This can be set when “Amp Assign”...
Page 199 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Network To use this unit by connecting it to a home network (LAN), you must configure network settings. If you set up your home network (LAN) via DHCP, set “DHCP” to “On”. (Use the default setting.) This allows this unit to use your home network (LAN). When assigning an IP address to each device manually, you need to assign an IP address to this unit using the “IP Address”...
Page 200 2. Check that your iOS device is connected to the wireless LAN (Wi- o Scan Networks Fi) router and select “Denon AVR-X1800H” from “SET UP NEW Select the network you wish to connect to from the list of possible AIRPLAY SPEAKER...” at the bottom of the Wi-Fi configuration networks shown on the TV screen.
Page 201 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o WPS Router o Manual Use a WPS-compatible router to connect using the push button Enter the name (SSID) and password of the network you wish to method. connect to. 1. Select “Push Button” on the TV screen. 1.
Page 202 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o DHCP Settings Selects how to connect to the network. Configure the IP address. Configure the network settings If you are using a broadband router (DHCP function), the information (Default): automatically from your router. required for network connection such as the IP address will be automatically configured since the DHCP function is set to “On”...
Page 203 0 If you cannot connect to the Internet, recheck the connections and settings. 0 When using the web control function, Denon AVR Remote App or HEOS App, use (v p. 62) with the “Network Control” setting set to “Always On”.
Page 204 Router Access 0 Up to 30 characters can be input. 0 The default Friendly Name on first use is “Denon AVR-X1800H”. Checks the connection from this unit to the router. o Set Defaults Failed to communicate with the router.
Page 205 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Internet Access AirPlay Checks whether this unit has access to the Internet (WAN). Settings for Apple AirPlay. o AirPlay Name Failed to connect to the Internet. Check Error: the Internet connection environment or Displays the name which identifies this unit on Apple devices.
Page 206 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Spotify Connect Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Toggles access to Spotify Connect. Enables/disables the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth radios. o Wi-Fi Enables Spotify Connect. (Default): The Wi-Fi function can be stopped to prevent noise that affects the Off: Disables Spotify Connect.
Page 207 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix HEOS HEOS Account is needed in order to use HEOS Favorites. The menu displayed differs depending on the status of the HEOS Account. You have not signed in You have already signed in A QR code is displayed on the TV screen. o Signed in as Scan the QR code with your mobile device and download the HEOS App.
Page 208 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix General Make various other settings. Language Set the language for display the menu on the TV screen. Configure the ECO Mode and auto standby mode settings. English / Français / Español (Default: English) o ECO Mode This mode can reduce the power consumption and heat generation of this unit when power on.
Page 209 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Power savings are always active, regardless of volume or input signal. 0 When the unit is switching between the different power saving states in “ECO Mode: Auto”, you may notice a click noise from the inside of this unit, this is Gives you the best balance between normal.
Page 210 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Power On Default o On Screen Display Set the mode to ECO when the power is on. Display the power consumption of this unit using a meter on the TV screen. The ECO Mode will be set to the previous Last setting before the power was switched Always display the meter on the TV...
Page 211 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Auto Standby n ZONE2 When there are no operations for a certain period of time as set here, Set so the unit power automatically switches to standby. the power is automatically shut off even if there is audio or video input. n MAIN ZONE Switches ZONE2 the standby state after 8 hours:...
Page 212 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Device List Bluetooth Transmitter Available devices are displayed in the list once you start pairing Sets this unit's Bluetooth transmitter. mode on the Bluetooth headphones you want to connect. Select Set to use Bluetooth headphones to listen to audio playing in the MAIN your Bluetooth headphones from the list to pair them.
Page 213 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Volume Limit ZONE2 Setup Make a setting for maximum volume. Makes settings for audio playback with ZONE2. 60 – 80 (–20 dB – 0 dB) (Default : 70 (-10 dB)) 0 Values set for “Volume Limit” and “Power On Volume” are displayed according to Off: Do not set a maximum volume.
Page 214 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Power On Volume Zone Rename Sets the initial volume level when the power is turned on. Change the display title of each zone to one you prefer. Last Sets the power-on level to the last-used MAIN ZONE / ZONE2 (Default): volume level.
Page 215 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Quick Select 0 “Quick Select” can be set for each Quick Select. Sets the “Quick Select” parameters and display name. 0 When “Input Source” is “Disabled”, Video Select information is not registered/ o Name called up either.
Page 216 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Front Display Makes settings related to the display on this unit. o Brightness Adjust the display brightness of this unit. Bright Normal display brightness. (Default): Dim: Reduced display brightness. Dark: Very low display brightness. Off: Turns the display off.
Page 217 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Auto-Update Firmware Turns on Automatic Updates so that feature updates are automatically Checks for the latest firmware information about updates, updates the downloaded and installed when this unit is in standby mode. firmware. n Auto-Update o Check for Update This unit will automatically update to the newest firmware when in...
Page 218 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Allow Update Notes concerning use of “Update” In order to use these functions, you must have the correct system Enable or disable updates for this unit. requirements and settings for an Internet connection. (v p. 62) Enables this unit to receive updates.
Page 219 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Video Information Show the HDMI input/output signals and HDMI TV information for Show information about this unit settings, input signals, etc. MAIN ZONE. o Audio HDMI Signal Info. Resolution / HDR / Color Space / Pixel Depth / ALLM / QFT / FRL Show the audio information for MAIN ZONE.
Page 220 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Firmware SOURCE Blu-ray SOUND Dolby Audio - TrueHD + DSurr SIGNAL Dolby Audio - Dolby TrueHD Displays information for the current Version: firmware. DTS Version: Displays the current DTS version. o Notifications Displays and sets notifications. Also, sets whether or not to display the notification when the power is INPUT ACTIVE...
Page 221 Appendix Usage Data Save & Load To help us improve our products and customer service, Denon collects Save and restore device settings by using a USB memory device. anonymous information about how you use this unit (such as frequently used input sources and sound modes and speaker settings).
Page 222 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setup Lock Reset Returns settings to the factory default. Protect settings from inadvertent changes. Initialization can be performed for all unit settings or for Network settings o Lock only. Turn protection on. o All Settings Turn protection off.
Page 223 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Limiting the operating zone with the remote control ZONE2 operations can be disabled using the remote control. Press and hold ZONE2 and SETUP. The MAIN and ZONE2 buttons blink. ZONE2 o Canceling the settings Press and hold ZONE2 and SETUP while configuring the setting.
Page 224 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents Troubleshooting Power does not turn on / Power is turned off Tips Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit I want the volume not to become too loud by mistake Display on this unit shows nothing I want to keep the volume at the same level when I turn the power No sound comes out...
Page 225 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips I want the volume not to become too loud by mistake Set the volume upper limit for “Volume Limit” in the menu beforehand. This prevents children or others from increasing the volume too much by mistake. You can set this for each zone.
Page 226 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix I want to set the optimized listening environment after changing the configuration/position of the speakers or changing a speaker to a new Perform Audyssey ® Setup. This automatically makes the optimized speaker settings for the new listening environment. (v p. 179) I want to combine a desired video with the current music Set “Video Select”...
Page 227 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Troubleshooting If a problem should arise, first check the following: 1. Are the connections correct? 2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual? 3. Are the other devices operating properly? 0 If steps 1 to 3 above do not improve the problem, restarting the device may improve the problem.
Page 228 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Power does not turn on / Power is turned off Power does not turn on. Check whether the power plug is correctly inserted into the power outlet. (v p. 65) Power automatically turns off. The sleep timer is set.
Page 229 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit. Batteries are worn out. Replace with new batteries. (v p. 9) Operate the remote control unit within a distance of about 23 ft/7 m from this unit and at an angle of within 30°. (v p. 9) Remove any obstacle between this unit and the remote control unit.
Page 230 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix No sound comes out No sound comes out of speakers. Check the connections for all devices. (v p. 33) Insert connection cables all the way in. Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected. Check cables for damage.
Page 231 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Desired sound does not come out The volume does not increase. The maximum volume is set too low. Set the maximum volume using “Limit” on the menu. (v p. 161) Appropriate volume correction processing is performed according to the input audio format and settings, so the volume may not reach the upper limit. The Bluetooth headphones do not have volume control and the volume is too low or too high.
Page 232 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix No sound is produced from subwoofer. Check the subwoofer connections. Turn on the subwoofer’s power. Set “Speaker Layout” – “Subwoofer” on the menu to “Yes”. (v p. 191) When “Crossovers” - “Front” in the menu is set to “Full Range”, depending on the input signal and the sound mode, no sound may be output from the subwoofer.
Page 233 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Audyssey MultEQ ® XT, Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® and Audyssey Dynamic Volume ® cannot be selected. These cannot be selected when you have not performed Audyssey Setup. (v p. 179) ® Switch to a sound mode other than “Direct” or “Pure Direct”. (v p. 119) These cannot be selected when sound mode is “DTS Virtual:X”...
Page 234 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sound is interrupted or noise occurs During playback from the Internet radio or USB memory device, sound is occasionally interrupted. When the transfer speed of the USB memory device is slow, sound may occasionally be interrupted. The network communication speed is slow or the radio station is busy.
Page 235 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix No video is shown on the TV No picture appears. Check the connections for all devices. (v p. 51) Insert connection cables all the way in. Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected. Check cables for damage.
Page 236 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix The menu screen is not displayed on the TV The menu screen or status information screen is not displayed on the TV. The status information will not appear on the TV when the following video signals are being played. - Some images of 3D video content - Computer resolution images (example: VGA) - Video with an aspect ratio other than 16:9 or 4:3...
Page 237 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AirPlay cannot be played back The AirPlay icon is not displayed on iTunes / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad. This unit and PC / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad are not connected to the same network (LAN). Connect it to the same LAN as this unit. (v p. 62) The firmware on iTunes / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad is not compatible with AirPlay.
Page 238 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix USB memory devices cannot be played back USB memory device is not recognized. Disconnect and reconnect the USB memory device. (v p. 59) Mass storage class compatible USB memory devices are supported. This unit does not support a connection through a USB hub. Connect the USB memory device directly to the USB port. The USB memory device must be formatted to “FAT32”...
Page 239 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Bluetooth cannot be played back Bluetooth devices cannot be connected to this unit. The Bluetooth function in the Bluetooth device has not been enabled. See the Owner’s Manual of the Bluetooth device to enable the Bluetooth function. Bring the Bluetooth device near to this unit.
Page 240 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix The sound is cut off. Bring the Bluetooth device near to this unit. Remove obstructions between the Bluetooth device and this unit. To prevent electromagnetic interference, locate this unit away from microwave ovens, wireless LAN devices and other Bluetooth devices. Reconnect the Bluetooth device.
Page 241 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix The Internet radio cannot be played back A list of broadcasting stations is not displayed. The LAN cable is not properly connected, or the network is disconnected. Check the connection status. (v p. 62) Perform the network diagnostic mode.
Page 242 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back Files stored on a computer cannot be played. Files are stored in a non-compatible format. Record in a compatible format. (v p. 257) Files that are copyright protected cannot be played on this unit. The USB port of this unit cannot be used for connection to a computer.
Page 243 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Various online services cannot be played Various online services cannot be played. The online service may have been discontinued. The HDMI Control function does not work The HDMI Control function does not work. Check that “HDMI Control” in the menu is set to “On”. (v p. 168) You cannot operate devices that are not compatible with the HDMI Control function.
Page 244 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network Cannot connect to the network. The network name (SSID), password and encryption setting have not been set up correctly. Configure the network settings according to the setting details of this unit.
Page 245 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Update error messages If an update is interrupted or fails, an error message appears. Display Description Connection failed. Please check your network, then try The network connection is unstable. again. Connection to the server failed. Check your network environment and try the update again.
Page 246 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Resetting factory settings If the indicators are incorrect or the unit cannot be operated, restarting the unit may improve the problem. We recommend restarting the unit before returning the settings to the default settings. (v p. 227) If the operations are not improved by restarting the unit, follow the steps below.
Page 247 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Resetting network settings If network contents cannot be played or the unit cannot connect to the network, restarting the unit may improve the problem. We recommend restarting the unit before returning the settings to the default settings. (v p. 227) If the operations are not improved by restarting the unit, follow the steps below.
Page 248 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Factory Restore When the unit or the network functions do not work properly, operation may be improved by performing the Factory Restore. Do this when the unit still does not work properly even after trying the steps for “Resetting factory settings” or “Resetting network settings”. (v p. 246, 247) After performing the Factory Restore, various settings are reset to the default settings.
Page 249 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix About HDMI HDMI is an abbreviation of High-Definition Multimedia Interface, which is an AV digital interface that can be connected to a TV or amplifier. This unit supports input and output of 3D (3 dimensional) video signals With the HDMI connection, high definition video and high quality audio of HDMI.
Page 250 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Auto Lip Sync ARC (Audio Return Channel) This function can automatically correct delay between the audio and This function transmits audio signals from the TV to this unit through video. the HDMI cable and plays back the audio from the TV on this unit Use a TV that is compatible with the Auto Lip Sync function.
Page 251 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Supported audio formats ALLM (Auto Low Latency Mode) This unit automatically switches to low latency mode depending on 2-channel Linear 2-channel, 32 kHz – 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit playback contents when using a combination of television and game console compatible with the ALLM function.
Page 252 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Copyright protection system In order to play back digital video and audio such as BD video or DVD video via HDMI connection, both this unit and the TV or player must to support the copyright protection system known as HDCP (High- bandwidth Digital Content Protection System).
Page 253 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Relationship between video signals and TV output This unit HDMI-compatible TV Video device Output Input (IN) (HDMI OUT) Output HDMI signal HDMI signal HDMI connector HDMI connector HDMI connector HDMI connector NOTE 0 Only HDMI connections are available for the video input/output of this unit. Front panel Display Rear panel...
Page 254 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix When “HDMI Upscaler” in the menu is set to “Auto”, this unit upscales the input HDMI video signal and then outputs it to the TV. (v p. 170) HDMI Output signal 1080p 1080p 1080p 480i/576i 480p/576p 720p 1080i...
Page 255 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back a USB memory devices This unit is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standard. This unit can show the artwork that was embedded by using MP3 ID3-Tag Ver. 2.3 or 2.4. This unit is compatible with WMA META tags. If the image size (pixels) of an album artwork exceeds 500 ×...
Page 256 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back a Bluetooth device o Maximum number of playable files and folder The limits on the number of folders and files that can be displayed by This unit supports the following Bluetooth profile. this unit are as follows.
Page 257 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS This unit is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standard. This unit can show the artwork that was embedded by using MP3 ID3-Tag Ver. 2.3 or 2.4. This unit is compatible with WMA META tags.
Page 258 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back Internet Radio Personal memory plus function The most recently used settings (input mode, HDMI output mode, sound o Playable broadcast station specifications mode, tone control, channel level, MultEQ ® XT, Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume, Restorer and audio delay, etc.) are saved for each input source.
Page 259 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sound modes and channel output S This indicates the audio output channels or surround parameters that can be set. D This indicates the audio output channels. The output channels depend on the settings of “Speaker Layout”. (v p. 189) Channel output Front Dolby Surround Dolby...
Page 260 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix z1 The applicable sound mode includes “Dolby Surround” and sound modes that have “+Dolby Surround” in the sound mode name. z2 The applicable sound mode includes “DTS Neural:X” and sound modes that have “+Neural:X” in the sound mode name. z3 The applicable sound mode includes “DTS Virtual:X”...
Page 261 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sound modes and surround parameters Surround Parameter Loudness Dynamic Dialog Low Frequency Speaker Sound mode Management Compression Control Effects Virtualizer Cinema EQ Delay Time Effect Level Room Size Center Spread Direct/Pure Direct (2-channel) Direct/Pure Direct (Multi-channel) Stereo Dolby Atmos Dolby TrueHD...
Page 262 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Surround Parameter Audyssey Subwoofer Restorer Dialog Tone Sound mode Level Adjust MultEQ® XT Dynamic EQ Dynamic Volume Enhancer Subwoofer DTS Neural:X z9z10z11 Sz14 Sz14 Direct/Pure Direct (2-channel) Direct/Pure Direct (Multi-channel) Sz15 Sz15 Stereo Dolby Atmos Dolby TrueHD Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Digital...
Page 263 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix z1 During playback in Pure Direct mode, the surround parameters are the same as in Direct mode. z2 This item can be selected when a Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD or Dolby Atmos signal is played. z3 This item can be selected when a Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, DTS-HD or DTS signal is played.
Page 264 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes F This indicates the default sound mode. S This indicates the selectable sound mode. 2-channel signal Multi-channel signal Dolby Dolby Dolby Sound mode NOTE Dolby Dolby Analog / Dolby Dolby...
Page 265 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 2-channel signal Multi-channel signal Dolby Dolby Dolby Sound mode NOTE Dolby Dolby Dolby Dolby Analog / Digital DTS-HD Digital Digital DTS:X DTS-HD multi- TrueHD Digital Atmos TrueHD Plus Plus (EX) channel Multi Ch In Multi Ch In / Multi Ch In 7.1 Multi In + Dolby Surround Multi In + Neural:X...
Page 266 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Explanation of terms o Audyssey Audyssey MultEQ ® Audyssey MultEQ ® XT is a room equalization solution that calibrates any Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® audio system so that it can achieve optimum performance for every Audyssey Dynamic EQ ®...
Page 267 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dolby Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is a multi-channel digital signal format developed by Dolby Dolby Atmos Laboratories. Introduced first in the cinema, Dolby Atmos brings a revolutionary sense of A total of 5.1-channels are played: 3 front channels (“FL”, “FR” and “C”), 2 dimension and immersion to the Home Theater experience.
Page 268 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Dolby Speaker Technology (Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers) Speaker Virtualizer A convenient alternative to speakers built into the ceiling, Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos height virtualization is a digital signal processing solution that Enabled speakers employ the ceiling above you as a reflective surface for leverages Dolby’s deep understanding of human audio perception to reproducing audio in the height plane above the listener.
Page 269 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o DTS DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1 DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1 is a 6.1-channel discrete digital audio format Dialog Control adding a surround back (SB) channel to the DTS digital surround sound. Gives you control of the listening experience. You can lift the dialog out Decoding of conventional 5.1-channel audio signals is also possible from the background sounds when clarity and intelligibility are desired.
Page 270 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix DTS-HD High Resolution Audio DTS Neural:X DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is an improved version of the conventional Enables an immersive audio experience for older content. DTS Neural:X DTS, DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 signals formats, compatible with sampling can upmix your stereo, 5.1 or 7.1 content to take full advantage of all frequencies of 96 or 48 kHz and up to 7.1-channels of discrete digital speakers in your surround sound system.
Page 271 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Audio THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED Apple Lossless Audio Codec WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A This is a codec for lossless audio compression method developed by PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED.
Page 272 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group), MPEG-2, MPEG-4 Speaker impedance These are the names for digital compression format standards used for This is an AC resistance value, indicated in Ω (ohms). the encoding of video and audio. Video standards include “MPEG-1 Greater power can be obtained when this value is smaller.
Page 273 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Video o Network Progressive (sequential scanning) AirPlay This is a scanning system of the video signal that displays 1 frame of video AirPlay sends (plays) contents recorded in iTunes or on an iPhone/iPod as one image.
Page 274 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Others WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) This is a new version of the WPA established by the Wi-Fi Alliance, HDCP compatible with more secure AES encryption. When transmitting digital signals between devices, this copyright WPA/WPA2-Personal protection technology encrypts the signals to prevent content from being copied without authorization.
Page 275 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Trademark information Apple, AirPlay, iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro and iPhone are trademarks of The Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
Page 276 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc. DTS, DTS:X, and the DTS:X logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of DTS, Inc. in the United States and other App Store ® is registered in the U.S.
Page 277 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Specifications Audio section Power amplifier Rated output: Front: 80 W + 80 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 120 W + 120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Center: 80 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz –...
Page 278 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Analog Input sensitivity: 200 mV Frequency response: 10 Hz – 100 kHz — +1, –3 dB (Direct mode) S/N: 98 dB (IHF–A weighted, Direct mode) Phono equalizer Input sensitivity: 2.5 mV RIAA deviation: ±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz) S/N: 74 dB (IHF-A) Distortion factor:...
Page 279 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tuner section [FM] [AM] (Note: μV at 75 Ω/ohms, 0 dBf = 1 x 10 –15 Reception frequency range: 87.5 MHz – 107.9 MHz 520 kHz – 1710 kHz Effective sensitivity: 1.2 μV (12.8 dBf) 18 μV 50 dB sensitivity: MONO ―...
Page 280 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Bluetooth section Communications system: Bluetooth Specification Version 5.0 Transmission power: Bluetooth Specification Power Class 1 Maximum communication range: Approx. 98.4 ft/30 m in line of sight Used frequency range: 2.4 GHz Modulation scheme: FHSS (Frequency-Hopping Spread Spectrum) Supported profiles: Receiver function A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 1.2...
Page 281 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix General Operating temperature: 41 °F - 95 °F (5 °C - 35 °C) Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption: 430 W Power consumption in standby mode: 0.1 W Power consumption in CEC standby 0.5 W mode: z When “Network Control”...
Page 282 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Dimensions (Unit : in. (mm)) 17.1 (434) (60) 1.8 (45) 13.5 (344) 1.8 (45) Weight: 19 lb (8.6 kg) Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
Page 283 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Index Bluetooth device ..........74 Firmware Update .......... 217 Blu-ray Disc player ........56, 68 FM/AM antenna ........60, 82 v Numerics Front panel ............. 16 3D ..............249 4K/8K ............249 Cable TV ............54 5.1-channel ............
Page 284 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Input Assign ..........175 NAS ............... 91 Rear panel ............21 Input settings ........149, 175 Network settings .......... 199 Remote control unit ........24 Input source ........... 67 Resetting factory settings ......246 Internet Radio ..........
Page 285 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips .............. 225 Web control ..........139 Troubleshooting ........... 227 Wi-Fi settings ..........200 TV ............51, 52 Wired LAN ..........62, 199 Wireless LAN ......... 63, 200 USB memory device ........ 59, 69 ZONE2 ...........

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