Playing Multi-Channel Sources (Dolby Digital. Dts. Etc); Direct Playback; Stereo Playback -45 - Denon AVR-2309CI Owner's Manual

ENGLISH
MATRIX
VIRTUAL
VIDEO GAME
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Playing Multi-channel Sources
(Dolby Digital, D1S, etc.)
In the case of standard playback of multi channel sources, the AVR-
2309CI recognizes the format of the multi-ehannel audio input signal and
automatically operates the appropriate decoder for surround sound.
[Selectable items]
STANDARD
Any of the surround modes in the "Display" column in the following
table,
The mode changes depending upon factors such as the
• Input signal
• Whether or not surround back speakers
are being used,
Input signal Display
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL
DOLBY DIGITAL EX
(other than 2ch) /
DOLBY DIGITAL+PLIIx CINEMA
DOLBY DIGITAL EX
DOLBY DIGITAL+PLIIx MUSIC
DOLBY DIGITAL Plus (* 4) DOLBY DIGITAL +
DOLBYTrueHD
DOLBYTrueHD (*4)
DOLBY HD+EX
DOLBY HD+PLIIx CINEMA
DOLBY HD+PLIIx MUSIC
DTS SURROUND
DTS (5.1 ch) /
DTS+PLIIx CINEMA
DTS+PLllx MUSIC
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 /
DTS+NEO:6
DTS-ES Matrix 61 /
DTS ES MTRX6.1 (* 1)
DTS 96/24
DTS ES DSCRT6.1 (* 2)
DTS 96/24 ( * 3)
DTS-HD HI RES
DTS-HD MSTR
DTS-HD (*4) DTS-HD+NE06
DTS-HD+PLIIx CINEMA
DTS-HD+PLllx MUSIC
MULTI CH IN
PCM (multi ch)
MULTI IN+PLIIx CINEMA
MULTI IN+PLIIx MUSIC
MULTI CH IN 71
* 1 : This is displayed when the input signal is "DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 "
and the AVR-2309CI's "AFDM" setting is set to "ON".
* 2: This is displayed when the input signal is "DTS-ES Discrete
6.1 "
* 3: This is displayed when the input signal is "DTS 96/24",
* 4: When a signal is input, the HD AUDIO indicator lights.
For details, see pages 78, 79,
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(]) DSP Simulation Playback
The desired mode according to the program source and viewing
situation can be selected from among 7 DENON original surround
modes.
The surround parameters can be adjusted (~page 76, 77) to
achieve an even more realistic, powerful sound field.
Selecting the surround mode
Select by turning
<SELECT/ENTER>
or pressing
[SIMU]
[Selectable items]
5CH /7CH STEREO
* 1 This mode is for enjoying stereo sound
from all speakers
ROCK ARENA
This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere
of a live concert in an arena.
JAZZ CLUB
This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere
of a live concert in a jazz club.
MONO MOVIE
* 2 :This mode is for playing monaural movie
sources with surround sound,
This mode is suited for achieving surround
sound with video games.
This mode lets you add a sense of expansion
to stereo music sources.
This mode is for enjoying surround
effects using only the front speakers or
headphones,
* 1: "5CH STEREO" is displayed when "Surround Parameter" - "SB
CH
our
is "OFF", and "Amp Assign" is set to "ZONE2"
(~page 35, 48, 49)
* 2: When playing sources recorded in monaural in the MONO MOVIE
mode, the sound will be off balance with a single channel (left or
right), so input to both channels.
Depending on the program source being played, it may not be possible
to achieve a satisfactory surround effect. In this case, try other modes
to achieve a sound field suited to your tastes.
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When the input signal is DOLBY TrueHD, DOLBY DIGITAL Plus ,DTS-
HD you cannot select DENON original surround mode.
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Direct Playback
Selecting the mode
Select by turning
<SELECT/ENTER>
or pressing
[D/ST].
[Selectable items]
DIRECT
In this mode the signals bypass the tone adjustment circuitry for high
quality sound.
The sound is output to the same channels as the input signal.
Input signal
Display
Analog signal /
PCM (2ch) /
Dolby Digital source /
DIRECT
DTS source /
Other 2-channel diaital sianals
MULTI CH DIRECT
PCM (multi ch)
M DIRECT + PLllx CINEMA
M DIRECT + PLIIx MUSIC
M DIRECT 71
For details, see page 79,
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Stereo Playback
Selecting the mode
Select by turning
<SELECT/ENTER>
or pressing
[D/ST].
[Selectable items]
STEREO
This is the mode for playing in stereo. The tone can be adjusted.
Sound is output from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer,