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  • Page 1 INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER AVR-1912 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use 10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at to alert the user to the presence of important operating the product.

  • Page 3: Notes On Use

    n CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION NOTES ON USE WARNINGS • Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack. • Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord. • Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust. • Unplug the power cord when not using the unit for long periods of time.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Getting started Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference. Contents Accessories Advanced version ·······························································48 Getting started ··············································································1 Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection) ·······49...

  • Page 5: Features

    TV “Denon Remote App” is application software that allows you to • About care z2 The TV should support the ARC function. perform basic operations with an iPhone or iPod touch such as • Wipe the cabinet and control panel clean with a soft cloth.

  • Page 6: Basic Version

    Basic version Basic version Here, we explain the connections and basic operation methods for this unit. F Connections vpage 4 F Settings vpage 13 F Playback (Basic operation) vpage 20 F Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode) vpage 44 vpage 7, vpage 7, Connection Connection – Playback Playback vpage 21...

  • Page 7: Connections

    Connections Important information • Make connections as follows before using this unit. Select an Converting input video signals for output (Video conversion function) appropriate connection type according to the devices to be connected. This unit is equipped with four types of video input connectors (HDMI, Component video, S-Video and video) and two types of video output • You may need to make some settings on this unit depending connectors (HDMI and video).

  • Page 8: Examples Of Screen Display

    Important information Examples of screen display • Menu screen • Status display screen When the input source is When the volume is adjusted. switched. Menu Audio Adjust Surr.Parameter Information Tone Setup Wizard AudysseySettings System Setup Manual EQ Input Setup RESTORER Audio Delay [Auto] Master Volume -55.5dB...

  • Page 9: Connecting An Hdmi-Compatible Device

    Connecting an HDMI-compatible device You can connect up to seven HDMI-compatible devices (6-inputs/1-output) to the unit. About 3D function HDMI function This unit supports input and output of 3D (3 dimensional) video signals of HDMI 1.4a. This unit supports the following HDMI functions: To play back 3D video, you need a TV and player that provide support for the HDMI 1.4a 3D function and • 3D a pair of 3D glasses.

  • Page 10: Cables Used For Connections

    Connecting an HDMI-compatible device Cables used for connections Audio and video cable (sold separately) • When this unit is connected to other devices with HDMI cables, connect this unit and TV also with an HDMI cable. HDMI cable • When connecting a device that supports Deep Color, please use a “High Speed HDMI cable” or “High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet”.

  • Page 11: Connecting A

    Connecting a TV Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player • Select the connector to use and connect the device. • You can enjoy video and audio from a Blu-ray Disc or DVD. • For video connections, see “Converting input video signals for output (Video conversion function)” • Select the connector to use and connect the device.

  • Page 12: Connecting A Set-Top Box (Satellite Tuner/Cable

    Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/Cable TV) Connecting a digital camcorder • You can watch satellite or cable TV. • You can enjoy video and audio from a digital camcorder. • Select the connector to use and connect the device. • For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 6). • For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device”...

  • Page 13: Connecting A Control Dock For Ipod

    Cable supplied with the DENON control dock for iPod. • When you want to play back a video file stored on an iPod, use a DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-1R and ASD-11R, sold separately) (vpage 10 “Connecting a control dock for iPod”).

  • Page 14: Connecting An Antenna

    Connecting an antenna Connecting a CD player • Connect the FM antenna or AM loop antenna supplied with the unit n AM loop antenna assembly • You can enjoy CD sound. to enjoy listening to radio broadcasts. • Select the connector to use and connect the device. Put the stand section • After connecting the antenna and receiving a broadcast signal Stand...

  • Page 15: Connecting To A Home Network (Lan)

    ISP or a computer shop for details. DENON website. communications on the Internet. • DENON assumes no responsibility whatsoever for any For more information, on the menu, select “Firmware Update” A type that is integrated with a router is also available.

  • Page 16: Settings

    Settings Here, we explain “Audyssey ® Auto Setup”, which allows you to Set up speakers (Audyssey ® Auto Setup) automatically make the optimal settings for your speakers, and “Network Setup”, which allows you to connect this unit to a home network (LAN).
  • Page 17 Set up speakers (Audyssey ® Auto Setup) Set up the microphone Set up the subwoofer Set up the remote control unit Mount the setup microphone on a tripod or stand If using a subwoofer capable of the following n Set up the zone mode and place it in the main listening position.
  • Page 18 Set up speakers (Audyssey ® Auto Setup) STEP 2 STEP 1 Preparation Detect & Measure (Main) • In STEP 2, you will perform measurements at the main listening Connect the setup microphone to the SETUP MIC to select “Auto Setup Start” and then press position.
  • Page 19 Set up speakers (Audyssey ® Auto Setup) STEP 4 STEP 2 (Continued) STEP 3 Detect & Measure (Main) Measure (2nd – 6th) Calculate • In STEP 3, you will perform measurements at multiple positions (two NOTE On the screen, use to select “Next → to six positions) other than the main listening position.
  • Page 20 Set up speakers (Audyssey ® Auto Setup) STEP 5 STEP 6 Finish Check Store Unplug the setup microphone from the unit’s SETUP ENTER to select the item you Select “Store” and then press MIC jack. want to check, and then press Save the measurement results.

  • Page 21: Error Messages

    Set up speakers (Audyssey ® Auto Setup) Error messages NOTE • An error message is displayed if Audyssey ® Auto Setup could not be completed due to speaker placement, the measurement environment, etc. If this happens, check the relevant items, be sure to take the necessary measures, then perform Audyssey ®...

  • Page 22: Making The Network Settings (Network Setup)

    Set up speakers (Audyssey ® Auto Setup) Making the network settings Parameter Check (Network Setup) This function enables you to check the measurement results and equalizer characteristics after Audyssey ® This unit can be connected to a home network (LAN) to listen to Internet radio or play back music files and Auto Setup.

  • Page 23: Playback (Basic Operation)

    Playback (Basic operation) n Using the “Source Select” menu Important information Settings (vpage 13) Switch the remote control unit to the (MAIN ZONE) mode when performing this operation (vpage 101 “Operating AV devices”). Before starting playback, make the connections between the different If the remote control unit is in (ZONE2) mode, the “Source n Selecting the input source (vpage 20)

  • Page 24: Playing A Blu-Ray Disc Player/Dvd Player

    Important information Playing a CD player Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD Adjusting the master volume player The following describes the procedure for playing CD player. M df to adjust the volume. Prepare for playback. The following describes the procedure for playing Blu-ray Disc player/ Turn on the power of the subwoofer DVD player.

  • Page 25: Playing An Ipod

    • There are two modes for displaying the contents recorded on the NOTE iPod. If you use a separately sold DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-1R or STANDBY • Press and set this unit’s power to ASD-11R), you will be able to play back videos, photos, music, and Browse mode Display iPod information on the TV screen.
  • Page 26 When an iPod equipped with a video function is connected to a Remote mode Operation buttons Function DENON ASD-11R control dock for iPod, image files can be played MENU Amp menu This unit can play back on a TV screen photos and data stored on an in the Browse mode.
  • Page 27 USB port”). first generation iPod nano. functions may not operate. • Note that DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any Press to turn on power to the unit. problems arising with the data on an iPod when using this unit in...
  • Page 28 Playing an iPod n iPod operation iPod play function Operation buttons Function iPod 1 is pressed when a control dock for iPod or an iPod (USB) is MENU Amp menu connected, the iPod starts playback. Cursor operation / iPod 1 uio p Auto search (cue, ui) / Press...

  • Page 29: Tuning In Radio Stations

    Tuning in radio stations n Presetting radio stations (Manual preset) Default settings Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune Block (A – G) TUNER Press to switch the input them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset. Default Settings source to “TUNER”.
  • Page 30 Tuning in radio stations n Listening to preset stations n Direct frequency tuning n Tuner (FM/AM) operation You can enter the receiving frequency directly to tune in. Operation buttons Function SHIFT Press to select the memory CH +, – Preset channel selection block (A to G).

  • Page 31: Playing A Network Audio

    • Your favorite radio stations can be registered by accessing an corresponding formats is required to play music files via a network. Also, when selecting music files after playing back image files, exclusive DENON Internet radio URL from a Web browser on SEARCH z1 Media server press when the music playback screen is displayed.

  • Page 32: Listening To Internet Radio

    Pandora account at the Pandora homepage by your PC and register this machine. See the Pandora homepage for details. Repeat step 4 until the station list is displayed. n Playing the last played Internet radio station http://www.pandora.com/denon The station list is displayed. INTERNET RADIO V Simply press...
  • Page 33 Playing a network audio n Recently played internet radio stations n Presetting internet radio stations n Listening to preset internet radio stations Recently played internet radio stations can be selected from Preset Internet radio stations can be selected directly. SHIFT CH + After pressing , press...
  • Page 34 Playing a network audio n Registering internet radio stations as your n Listening to internet radio stations registered in n Internet radio operation favorites your favorites Operation buttons Function Favorites are listed at the top of the menu screen, so when a INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station Press...

  • Page 35: Playing Files Stored On A Computer

    Playing a network audio Playing files stored on a computer n Media server operation Operation buttons Function • Connections to the required system and specific settings must be Use this procedure to play music files, image files or playlists. INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station made in order to play music files (vpage 12).

  • Page 36: Viewing Photographs On The Flickr Site

    Playing a network audio n Viewing all photographs on Flickr Viewing photographs on the Flickr site Press to select the folder, and then press ENTER Prepare for playback. You can view photographs shared by particular users, or all of the photographs shared on Flickr.
  • Page 37 Playing a network audio n Flickr operation Operation buttons Function INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station PRESET 1 – 3 Preset channel (1 – 3) selection CH +, – Preset channel (A1 – G8) selection MENU Amp menu Cursor operation / uio p Auto search (cue, ui)

  • Page 38: Listening To Napster

    Playing a network audio n Searching from Napster menu n Registering tracks in my Napster library Listening to Napster to select search item or Press while the track you wish Prepare for playback. folder, then press ENTER to register is playing. q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s power (vpage 12...
  • Page 39 Playing a network audio n Napster operation Operation buttons Function INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station PRESET 1 – 3 Preset channel (1 – 3) selection CH +, – Preset channel (A1 – G8) selection MENU Amp menu Cursor operation / uio p Auto search (cue, ui)

  • Page 40: Listening To Pandora

    Then press ENTER vSee overleaf Pandora Account I have a Pandora account I am new to Pandora Please go to http://www.pandora.com/denon and follow the instructions there to create a new account. Your activation code is : 2D5969A Continue Cancel...
  • Page 41 Playing a network audio n Creating an original radio station n Listening to a created radio station Press , select a file (e.g. D&M2) from the list, You can create up to 100 original radio stations. ENTER and press Listening to a created radio station (e.g. D&M2 to select “New Station”, Selected file is played back.
  • Page 42 I don’t like this track Hilary Duff Radio Are you sure you want to sign out SEARCH Why is this track playing? Page search Michelle Branch Radio xxxxx_xxxxxxx@denon.co.jp? Create station B.B. King Radio RETURN B Return Bookmark this track Carrie Underwood Radio I’m tired of this track...

  • Page 43: Listening To Rhapsody

    Playing a network audio Listening to Rhapsody w Enter a character search for the track you want NOTE to listen to • The password should be no longer than 99 characters. Prepare for playback. RETURN B • Press to cancel the input. When “Cancel input?” is q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s ENTER to select “Search”, then...
  • Page 44 Playing a network audio n Track menu n Rhapsody operation Operation buttons Function • To play back compressed audio with extended bass or treble Press during playback to display INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station reproduction, we recommend playback in RESTORER mode the track menu.

  • Page 45: Playing A Usb Memory Device

    Playing a USB memory device Playing back music or still picture (JPEG) files recorded on a USB Slide show function GCompatible formatsH memory device. USB memory devices Still picture (JPEG) files stored on USB memory devices can be played Important information WMA (Windows Media Audio) as slide shows.

  • Page 46: Playing Files Stored On Usb Memory

    DENON:[AVR-1912] ENTER Stop NOTE (Press and hold) Favorites • Note that DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any SEARCH Internet Radio Page search / Character sort Media Server problems arising with the data on a USB memory device when using...

  • Page 47: Selecting A Listening Mode (Surround Mode)

    Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode) This unit can play input audio signals in multi-channel surround mode n Listening mode or in stereo mode. MOVIE MUSIC GAME DIRECT • The following listening modes can be selected using the , and buttons. Select a listening mode suitable for the playback contents (cinema, • Adjust the sound field effect with the menu “Surr.Parameter”...
  • Page 48 Selecting a listening mode z1 2-channel also includes analog input. Operation Operation Input signal Listening mode Input signal Listening mode z2 This mode plays back 2-channel source in 5.1 or 7.1-channel button button playback. It cannot be selected when headphones are used, or STEREO STEREO when only front speakers are used.
  • Page 49 Selecting a listening mode n Description of listening mode types Dolby listening mode DTS listening mode Listening mode type Description Listening mode type Description DOLBY PLgx This mode can be selected when a Dolby Pro Logic gx decoder is used to DTS NEO:6 This mode can be selected when a DTS NEO:6 decoder is used to play back 2-channel source in 6.1/7.1-channel surround sound including the surround...
  • Page 50 Selecting a listening mode DENON original listening mode Direct listening mode Listening mode type Description Listening mode type Description MULTI CH STEREO This mode is for enjoying stereo sound from all speakers. DIRECT Sound recorded in source is played as is.

  • Page 51: Advanced Version

    Advanced version Advanced version Here, we explain functions and operations that let you make better use of this unit. F Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection) vpage 49 F Playback (Advanced operation) vpage 58 F Playback in ZONE2 (Separate room) vpage 68 F How to make detailed settings vpage 70 F Operating the connected devices by remote control unit vpage 101...

  • Page 52: Speaker Installation/Connection (Advanced Connection)

    Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection) Here we describe the installation, connection and Install setup methods for speakers other than 5.1-channel speakers. For the installation, connection and setup When 7.1ch (Front height speaker) installed methods for 5.1-channel speakers, see C page 4 This unit is compatible with Dolby Pro Logic gz (vpage 119), which offers an even wider and deeper surround sensation.
  • Page 53 Install When 7.1ch (Surround back speaker) installed When 6.1ch (Surround back speaker) installed When Front A/B speakers installed FL(B) FL(A) FR(A) FR(B) Listening position Listening position Listening position z1 22˚ – 30˚ z2 90˚ – 110˚ z3 135˚ – 150˚ z1 22˚...

  • Page 54: Connect

    Connect C page 6 “Connecting the • For the method of connecting 5.1-channel speakers, see speakers”. • For the method of connecting the TV, see C page 3 “Connect this unit to the television using an HDMI cable (sold separately)”. 7.1-channel (Surround back speaker) connection The illustration on the right shows a connection example for performing 7.1-channel playback using the surround back speakers.
  • Page 55 Connect 7.1-channel (Front height speaker) connection The illustration on the right shows a connection example for performing 7.1-channel playback using the front height speakers. If you connect the surround back and front height speakers before you start playback, the audio is played back by automatically switching the speakers in accordance with the surround mode or input signals.
  • Page 56 Connect 6.1-channel (Surround back speaker) connection If using only one surround back speaker (with a 6.1-channel connection), connect to the “L” side of the SURR. BACK/AMP ASSIGN terminal. For speaker settings in this case, see “When 6.1ch (Surround back speaker) installed” (vpage 50). To perform 6.1-channel playback using the surround back speaker, set “Amp Assign”...
  • Page 57 Connect Front A/B connection 2.1-channel connection You can connect a second set of speakers to this unit and use them for playback. In this case, set “Amp Assign” to “Front B” in steps 3 and 4 for “Set up “Amp Assign”” (vpage 56). FL(B) FL(A) FR(A)
  • Page 58 Connect Bi-Amp connection You can use the front speakers via the bi-amp connection. A bi-amp connection is to connect separate amplifiers to the tweeter terminals and woofer terminals of speakers compatible with the bi-amp function. This prevents the back electromotive force (returned force without output) of the woofer sent to the tweeter, which affects the sound quality of the tweeter, and you can enjoy playback with higher-quality sound.

  • Page 59: Set Up Speakers

    Set up speakers around items indicate the settings. Here we describe how to set up speakers other than 5.1-channel speakers. For the method of setting up 5.1-channel speakers, see C page 4 “Setup wizard”. First install and connect the speakers to this unit. Before Auto Setup measurement, the settings shown below can be made.
  • Page 60 Set up speakers select Press to select a front speaker. Set up “Channel Select” configuration of the connected to select “Channel Select”, and then press speakers. Select this to use front speaker A. ENTER Select this to use front speaker B. Audyssey Auto Setup Select this to use front speakers A and B simultaneously.

  • Page 61: Playback (Advanced Operation)

    Playback (Advanced operation) Convenient functions Settings (vpage 13) HDMI control function n Setting procedure Playback (Basic operation) (vpage 20) Set the HDMI output connector corresponding with If you connect the unit and an HDMI control function compatible TV or the HDMI control function. player with an HDMI cable and then enable the HDMI control function Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode) setting on each device, the devices will be able to control each other.
  • Page 62 Convenient functions Sleep timer function NOTE • When “HDMI Control” is set to “ON”, it consumes more The power automatically goes into standby once the set time has standby power. elapsed. • The HDMI control function controls operations of a TV that is This is convenient for playing sources while going to sleep.

  • Page 63: Adjusting The Volume Of The Speakers

    Convenient functions Adjusting the volume of the speakers n Adjusting the volume of groups of speakers Use o p to adjust the volume. (Fader function) You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback This function lets you adjust (fade) the sound all at once from the sources or to suit your taste, as described below.
  • Page 64 Convenient functions Quick select function n Recalling the settings QUICK SELECT Press at which the All of the settings in step 1 can be memorized together. By memorizing frequently used settings, you can quickly access and enjoy a playback settings you want to call out are saved. environment that is consistently the same.
  • Page 65 Multiple Speakers n Remote operations You can easily stream music from iTunes to multiple speakers in You can use your DENON remote control to play and pause iTunes, Enjoy music from your iTunes library with DENON quality sound your home.
  • Page 66 Starting the party mode as the organizer Press to select “Yes” or The party mode function can only be used on a combination of DENON ENTER “No”, then press devices that are equipped with the party mode function.
  • Page 67 Press on the controlled device. w When “Exit Device Control Mode?” is displayed on the TV ENTER screen, select “Yes” and then press ] Return • Displays up to a maximum of 10 DENON products connected on the same network.

  • Page 68: Operating A Media Controller To Play Music And Still Pictures

    Convenient functions Operating a media controller to play music and still pictures n Playing contents on a media controller Media controller • Perform this procedure using a media controller conforming to the DLNA (Digital Living Network Alliance) standard. • This function allows you to play content located on a computer (media server) or connected on a network Wireless LAN- This unit by operating a media controller on the same network.

  • Page 69: Web Control Function

    GExample 1H Main zone control screen You can operate this unit using a browser. INDEX ZONE CONTROL > MAIN ZONE Switch the “Network Standby” setting to “ON”. Web Controller DENON:[AVR-1912] QUICK SELECT > STANDBY POWER (vpage 90). CHANNEL LEVEL >...

  • Page 70: Various Memory Functions

    ZONE CONTROL NET AUDIO/USB(MAIN ZONE) into the standby mode. QUICK SELECT > Back When the power is turned back on, the settings are restored. DENON:[AVR-1912] CHANNEL LEVEL > >Favorites NET AUDIO / USB > Internet Radio Media Server iPod Dock >...

  • Page 71: Playback In Zone2 (Separate Room)

    Playback in ZONE2 (Separate room) • You can operate this unit so as to enjoy audio in a room (ZONE2) Playback other than the MAIN ZONE (room where the unit is located). • You can simultaneously play back the same source in both the MAIN Press ZONE SELECT to switch the...

  • Page 72: Quick Select Function

    Quick select function Sleep timer function It is also possible to save four settings for ZONE2. This is useful when you want to sleep while listening in ZONE2. n Saving the settings n Recalling the settings Press ZONE SELECT to switch the zone mode to (ZONE2).

  • Page 73: How To Make Detailed Settings

    How to make detailed settings Menu map For menu operation, connect a TV to this unit and display the menu on the TV screen. For menu operations, see the following page. Setting items Detailed items Description Page Audio Adjust Surr.Parameter Adjusts surround sound parameters.

  • Page 74: Examples Of Menu Screen Displays

    Examples of menu screen displays Typical examples are described below. GExample 2H Audyssey ® Auto Setup screen GExample 1H Menu selection screen (Top menu) (with illustration) Menu Audyssey Auto Setup MultEQ Audio Adjust Surr.Parameter Information Tone Preparation Setup Wizard AudysseySettings Set the following items System Setup Manual EQ...

  • Page 75: Examples Of Menu And Front Display

    Examples of menu and front display Below we describe typical examples of displays on the TV screen and on the set’s display window. Menu display Front display Description Top menu display MENU q Press to display the menu screen. Menu w TV screen: Displays the selected line.

  • Page 76: Inputting Characters

    Inputting characters Keyboard screen You can change the names as desired using the “Preset Name” Using the keyboard screen (vpage  96), “Rename” (vpage  99), “Rhapsody Account” (vpage  91), “Napster Account” (vpage  91), “Zone Rename” Display the screen for inputting n Display of a keyboard input screen (vpage ...
  • Page 77 (vpage 70 Example: For changing the input source from “DVD” to “DENON” “Menu map”). Repeat steps 3 and 4 to change the name then press q Place the cursor at “V”.

  • Page 78: Audio Adjust

    Audio Adjust The sound being played in the surround mode can be adjusted to your liking. Items that can be set with the “Audio Adjust” procedure The items (parameters) that can be adjusted depend on the signal being input and the currently set surround mode.
  • Page 79 Audio Adjust Surr.Parameter Setting items Setting details Default settings are underlined. –10dB – 0dB Adjust surround sound parameters. It may not be possible to set this item depending on the input signal Adjust the low-frequency For proper playback of the different sources, we recommend setting (vpage 114 “Surround modes and surround parameters”).
  • Page 80 Audio Adjust Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details n For 2-channel sources Height Gain Low : Reduce the front height channel volume. S.Back Control front height Middle : Front height channel sound is output with standard sound Sets the method of ON : The surround back channel is used.
  • Page 81 Audio Adjust Tone Audyssey Settings Default settings are underlined. Set Audyssey MultEQ ® , Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® and Audyssey Dynamic Volume ® . These can be selected Adjust the tonal quality of the sound. after Audyssey ® Auto Setup has been performed. For additional information on Audyssey technology, Setting items Setting details please see page 119.
  • Page 82 Audio Adjust Manual EQ Setting items Setting details Default settings are underlined. Dynamic EQ ® ON : Use Dynamic EQ ® . Use the graphic equalizer to adjust the tone of each speaker. OFF : Do not use Dynamic EQ ® . Solve the problem of “Manual EQ”...

  • Page 83: Audio Delay

    Audio Adjust RESTORER Compressed audio formats such as MP3, WMA (Windows Media Audio) and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the amount of data by eliminating signal components that are hard for the human ear to hear. The RESTORER function generates the signals eliminated upon compression, restoring the sound to conditions near those of the original sound before compression.

  • Page 84: Information

    Information Items Setting details Show information about receiver settings, input signals, etc. Quick Select Quick Select 1 / Quick Select 2 / Quick Select 3 / Quick Select 4 / Items Setting details Show information about ZONE2 Quick Select 1 / ZONE2 Quick Select 2 / ZONE2 Quick Select 3 / Status n MAIN ZONE “Quick select function”...

  • Page 85: System Setup

    System Setup Set when changing Audyssey ® Auto Setup settings, or when changing the audio, video, display Items that can be set with the “System Setup” procedure or other settings. • If you change the speaker settings after performing Audyssey ® Auto Setup, it will not be possible to set Audyssey MultEQ ®...
  • Page 86 System Setup Setting items Setting details Speaker Setup Default settings are underlined. Speaker Config. Subwoofer : Set the presence of a subwoofer. (Continued) • Yes : Use a subwoofer. Perform when setting the speakers manually or when changing settings made in Audyssey ® Auto Setup. • No : Select when a subwoofer is not connected.
  • Page 87 System Setup Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details Speaker Config. F.Height : Set the presence and size of the front height speakers. Distance Unit : Set the unit of distance. (Continued) • Large : Use a large speaker that can adequately play back low Set distance from listening • Feet / Meters frequencies.
  • Page 88 System Setup Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details Channel Level Test Tone Start : Output test tone. Crossover Freq. Crossover : Set the crossover frequency. Set the volume of the test • Front L / F.Height L / Center / F.Height R / Front R / Surround R / Set the maximum frequency • 40Hz / 60Hz / 80Hz / 90Hz / 100Hz / 110Hz / 120Hz / 150Hz / 200Hz / tone to be the same when it...

  • Page 89: Hdmi Setup

    System Setup Setting items Setting details HDMI Setup Default settings are underlined. Standby Source Last : This item is set at the last-used input source. Sets the HDMI input source HDMI1 / HDMI2 / HDMI3 / HDMI4 / HDMI5 / HDMI6 : Put the respective Make settings for HDMI video/audio output.
  • Page 90 System Setup Setting items Setting details Audio Setup Default settings are underlined. 2ch Direct/Stereo Distance FL / Distance FR : Select the speaker. (Continued) • 0.0ft – 60.0ft (12.0ft) / 0.00m – 18.00m (3.60m) : Set the distance to Make settings for audio playback. the speaker.
  • Page 91 System Setup Setting items Setting details Network Setup Default settings are underlined. Network Connect. uio p 0 – 9 ENTER e Use to input the address and press (Continued) • IP Address : Set the IP address within the ranges shown below. Make network settings.
  • Page 92 System Setup Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details Network Connect. Proxy settings : Make this setting when connecting to the Internet via a Network Connect. (Continued) proxy server. (Continued) Network Connect. Proxy Network Connect. Proxy Address Address 000.000.000.000 DHCP IP Address 192.168.0.1...
  • Page 93 Friendly Name : The Friendly Name is the name of this unit displayed on the network. Up to 63 characters can be input. The default Friendly Name on first use is “DENON:[AVR-1912]”. • For character input, see page 73. Default : Restores Friendly Name, which you had changed, to the default setting.

  • Page 94: Zone2 Setup

    System Setup Setting items Setting details ZONE2 Setup Default settings are underlined. Other Notification : Sets the display of a notification message when the latest (Continued) firmware is released. Set the audio to play back with multi-zone (ZONE2). “ZONE2 Setup” is displayed when “ZONE2” is selected with “Amp Assign”. Update : Displays a notification message on this unit’s menu screen when the latest firmware is released with “Firmware Update”.
  • Page 95 System Setup Setting items Setting details Option Setup Default settings are underlined. Screensaver : Make screensaver settings. Make the settings related to • ON : The screensaver is activated during menu Make various other settings. displays on the TV screen. display, NET/USB, iPod or TUNER screen display if no operation is performed for an Setting items Setting details...
  • Page 96 When canceling the setting, set “Setup Lock” to “OFF”. See the DENON website for details about updates. When the procedure is complete, “Registered” is displayed in this NOTE menu and updates can be carried out. If the procedure has not been When “Setup Lock”...
  • Page 97 • Information regarding the “Firmware Update” function and “Add New Feature” will be announced on the DENON web site each time related plans are defined. • When usable new firmware is released with “Firmware Update” or “Add New Feature”, a notification message is displayed on the menu screen.

  • Page 98: Input Setup

    Input Setup Perform settings related to input source playback. Items that can be set with the “Input Setup” procedure • You do not have to change the settings to use the unit. Make settings when needed. Menu operation Auto Preset (vpage 96) Press ZONE SELECT to switch the zone mode to...

  • Page 99: Auto Preset

    Input Setup Auto Preset Preset Name Use the auto preset function to program radio stations. Assign name to a preset memory. Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details A / B / C / D / E / F / G Start Block If an FM station cannot be preset automatically, select the desired...

  • Page 100: Input Assign

    Input Setup Input Assign Setting items Setting details HDMI HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 / HDMI 3 / HDMI 4 / HDMI 5 / HDMI 6 Examples of “Input Assign” menu screen displays Set this to change the HDMI None : Do not assign an HDMI input connector to the selected input input connectors assigned source.
  • Page 101 Input Setup Video Setting items Setting details Default settings are underlined. Component (Component video) None : Do not assign a component video input connector to the selected Set the source video. Set this to change the input source. z “BD”, “TV”, “GAME1” or “GAME2” can be set when “HDMI” (vpage ...

  • Page 102: Playback Mode

    Input Setup Input Mode (Audio) Rename Default settings are underlined. The input modes available for selection may vary depending on the input source. Change the display name of the selected input source. Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details Input Mode Auto : Automatically detect input signal and perform playback.

  • Page 103: Still Picture

    Input Setup n Input source : “NET/USB” Setting items Setting details Repeat All : All files are played repeatedly (All files in a Folder or an album are Make settings for repeat played repeatedly). mode. One : A file being played is played repeatedly. OFF : Repeat playback mode is canceled.

  • Page 104: Operating The Connected Devices By Remote Control Unit

    Operating the connected devices by remote control unit Registering the supplied preset codes in the remote control unit Press the input source select button (vpage 20). NOTE enables you to operate devices made by other manufacturers. • The input source for the zone selected in step 1 is switched. If the mode of the remote control unit is set to other than AMP- • The operation mode of the remote control unit is switched as operation mode, press...

  • Page 105: Registering Preset Codes

    AMP- Category Brand Preset code select button operation mode. ZONE/DEVICE Z ZONE/DEVICE X Blu-ray Disc player DENON 32258 For switching power of each device on or off. Press MENU uio p ENTER RETURN B Satellite set top box...
  • Page 106 Then press ENTER Press the buttons with an interval less than 10 seconds. RemoteSetupGuide RemoteSetupGuide RemoteSetupGuide Device Device [1/4] Please select the Brand Denon Brand Denon first letter of the Code 30490[1/3] Code 30490[1/3] brand name 1.Press[INPUT SOURCE]. 1.Press[INPUT SOURCE].

  • Page 107: Operating Devices

    Registering preset codes Operating devices Either of the screens below is displayed. The supplied remote control unit can control a device other than this n CD player / CD recorder operation unit. Operation buttons Function Press the input source select uio p Cursor operation button to which the preset...
  • Page 108 Operating devices n Digital video recorder (DVR) / n TV operation n Set top box for satellite (SAT) / cable (CBL) / video cassette recorder (VCR) operation IP TV operation Operation buttons Function CH +, – Switch channels (up/down) Operation buttons Function Operation buttons Function...

  • Page 109: Specifying The Zone Used With The Main Remote Control Unit

    Specifying the zone used with the Resetting the remote control unit main remote control unit Settings for the remote control unit are returned to the default values. ZONE SELECT When the button is pressed, only the set zone can be Press and hold ZONE/DEVICE Z operated with the remote control unit.

  • Page 110: Information

    Information Information Here, we list various information related to this unit. Please refer to this information as needed. F Part names and functions vpage 108 F Other information vpage 113 F Troubleshooting vpage 122 F Specifications vpage 126 F Index vpage 127...

  • Page 111: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Front panel For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Q8 Q9 Power operation button PRESET CHANNEL buttons (1 – 3) ········································· (30) Display ···················································································· (109) (ON/STANDBY) ································································· USB/iPod port ········································································· (10) Remote control sensor ·························································...

  • Page 112: Display

    Display Audyssey ® indicators Decoder indicators RESTORER indicator Light up as follows, depending on the setting of “MultEQ ® ” These light when the respective decoders are operating. This lights when the RESTORER mode is selected (vpage 80). 78), “Dynamic EQ ® ” (vpage ...

  • Page 113: Rear Panel

    Rear panel See the page indicated in parentheses ( ). FM/AM antenna terminals ····················································· (11) Power cord ········································································· NOTE Analog audio connectors ················································ (8, 9, 11) HDMI connectors ··························································· 3, 7) Do not touch the inner pins of the connectors on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.

  • Page 114: Remote Control Unit

    Remote control unit For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). ZONE SELECT button ························ (68, 101) SOURCE SELECT button ··························· (20) Zone mode indicators ······························ (101) Master volume control buttons (M df) ················································· (21, 68) Input source select buttons ·················...
  • Page 115 Remote control unit Inserting the batteries Operating range of the remote control unit Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it. q Slide the rear lid in the w Load the two batteries properly direction of the arrow and as indicated by the marks in remove it.

  • Page 116: Other Information

    Other information Trademark information n Trademark information (vpage 113) This product uses the following technologies: n Surround (vpage 114) n Relationship between video signals and monitor output (vpage 118) n Explanation of terms (vpage 119) “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

  • Page 117: Surround

    Surround This unit is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie theater. Surround modes and surround parameters This table shows the speakers that can be used in each surround mode and the surround parameters adjustable in each surround mode. Symbols in the table S This indicates the audio output channels or surround parameters that can be set.
  • Page 118 Surround Surr.Parameter (vpage 76) Audyssey Settings z19 (vpage 78) NEO:6 Music PRO LOGIC g/gx Music mode only mode only Tone RESTORER PLgz Height AFDM Surround mode (vpage 44) Height Gain S.Back Subwoofer Dynamic Dynamic EQ ® (vpage 78) MultEQ ® Volume ® (vpage 80) (vpage 77) (vpage 77) (vpage 77) Panorama...
  • Page 119 Surround n Types of input signals, and corresponding surround modes This table shows the input signal that can be played in each surround mode. Check the audio signal of the input source then select the surround mode. Symbols in the table F This indicates the default surround mode.
  • Page 120 Surround Input signal types and formats DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL NOTE Surround mode (vpage 44) DTS-HD DTS-HD High DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DIGITAL ANALOG LINEAR PCM LINEAR PCM DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL Master Resolution DSCRT MTRX DTS 96/24 EX (With no (multi ch)

  • Page 121: Relationship Between Video Signals And Monitor Output

    Relationship between video signals and monitor output Input connector Output connector Menu displayed HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI VIDEO HDMI VIDEO Only the menu is displayed S <VIDEO> S <VIDEO> S (VIDEO) A (VIDEO) S <S-VIDEO> S <S-VIDEO> S (S-VIDEO) A (S-VIDEO) S <COMPONENT>...

  • Page 122: Explanation Of Terms

    Explanation of terms DLNA Dolby Pro Logic gx Downmix DLNA and DLNA CERTIFIED are trademarks and/ Dolby Pro Logic gx is a further improved version of This function converts the number of channels of Adobe RGB color, Adobe YCC601 color or service marks of Digital Living Network Alliance.
  • Page 123 Explanation of terms DTS-HD High Resolution Audio DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is an improved FLAC HDCP Progressive (sequential scanning) version of the conventional DTS, DTS-ES and FLAC stands for Free lossless Audio Codec, and is a When transmitting digital signals between devices, This is a scanning system of video signal that DTS 96/24 signals formats, compatible with lossless free audio file format.
  • Page 124 Explanation of terms Windows Media DRM x.v.Color This is a copyright protection technology developed This function lets HDTVs display colors more by Microsoft. accurately. It enables display with natural, vivid Content providers are using the digital rights colors. “x.v.Color” is a Sony registered trademark. management technology for Windows Media contained in this device (WM-DRM) to protect ZONE2...

  • Page 125: Troubleshooting

    • This unit amplifier circuit has failed. Turn off the power and please – No picture appears. • Check the TV connection. power, the power contact the DENON service adviser. • Set the TV input correctly. indicator is blinking red in intervals of approximately 0.5 seconds.
  • Page 126 GAudioH Symptom Cause/Solution Page Symptom Cause/Solution Page • Check that “Speaker Config.” – “Center” or “Surround” is set Dolby PLg mode or Audio is not output. • Check the connections for all devices. to other than “None”. If the speaker system is 2.0/2.1ch, this DTS NEO:6 mode surround mode cannot be selected.
  • Page 127 – For some radio • Station is congested or not currently broadcasting. Wait a while – This is not a malfunction. DENON does not guarantee that all USB stations, “Radio before trying again. memory devices will operate or receive power. station server full” or • USB memory device is connected via USB hub.

  • Page 128: Resetting The Microprocessor

    Pandora. (“Email Pandora has been properly entered. Re-enter the “Password”. When the microprocessor is reset, all the settings are reset to their default values. address” or (Password is not displayed.) “Password” is http://www.pandora.com/denon ON/STANDBY PRESET CHANNEL 2 displayed.) GAirPlayH Symptom...

  • Page 129: Specifications

    Specifications n Audio section n Tuner section [FM] [AM] • Power amplifier (Note: μV at 75 Ω, 0 dBf = 1 x 10 –15 Rated output: Front: Receiving Range: 87.5 MHz – 107.9 MHz 520 kHz – 1710 kHz 90 W + 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) Usable Sensitivity: 1.2 μV (12.8 dBf) 18 μV...
  • Page 130 Cinema EQ ························································· 76 DTS NEO:6™ Surround ································· 120 Index Dynamic EQ ® ···················································· 79 Condensation ······················································· 2 Language ···························································· 94 Connection Dynamic range ················································· 120 v Numerics Lch Level ···························································· 91 Dynamic Volume ® ············································· 79 Antenna ··························································· 11 LFE ·····························································...
  • Page 131 Pandora ························································ 29, 37 Random ···························································· 100 Tone ··································································· 78 Panorama ··························································· 76 Rch Level ··························································· 91 Tone Control ······················································· 78 Parameter Check ················································ 19 Rear panel ························································ 110 Trademark ························································ 113 Party mode ························································· 63 Reference Offset ··············································· 79 Treble ·································································...
  • Page 132 Dimensions Unit : in. (mm) 17 1/8 (435.0) Weight : 22 lbs 7.8 oz (10.2 kg)
  • Page 133 D&M Holdings Inc. 3520 10020 009D...

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