Table Of Contents; Before Using; Cautions On Installation; Cautions On Handling - Denon AVR-2803 Operating Instructions Manual

We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-2803.
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To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-2803 has to offer, read these
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instructions carefully and use the set properly. Be sure to keep this manual for future reference,
should any questions or problems arise.
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INTRODUCTION
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Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-2803 Digital Surround AV receiver. This remarkable component has
been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD, as well as
providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources.
As this product is provided with an immense array of features, we recommend that before you begin hookup and
operation that you review the contents of this manual before proceeding.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Before Using........................................................3
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Cautions on Installation........................................3
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Cautions on Handling...........................................3
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Features ...............................................................4
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Connections.....................................................4~8
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Part Names and Functions ..................................9
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Setting up the System ................................10~17
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Remote Control Unit ...................................18~22
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Operation.....................................................23~27
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Check that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit:
q Operating instructions........................................1
w Service station list..............................................1
e Remote control unit (RC-924) ............................1
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BEFORE USING

Pay attention to the following before using this unit:
• Moving the set
To prevent short circuits or damaged wires in the
connection cords, always unplug the power cord
and disconnect the connection cords between all
other audio components when moving the set.
• Before turning the power switch on
Check once again that all connections are proper
and that there are not problems with the connection
cords. Always set the power switch to the standby
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Surround ......................................................28~31
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DSP Surround Simulation ............................32~35
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Listening to the Radio..................................35, 36
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Last Function Memory.......................................37
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Initialization of the Microprocessor....................37
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Troubleshooting ...........................................37, 38
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Additional Information .................................38~43
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Specifications.....................................................44
r R6P/AA batteries................................................3
t AM loop antenna................................................1
y FM indoor antenna.............................................1
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position before connecting and disconnecting
connection cords.
• Store this instructions in a safe place.
After reading, store this instructions along with the
warranty in a safe place.
• Note that the illustrations in this instructions
may differ from the actual set for explanation
purposes.
• Line Voltage Selection (for multiple voltage model only)
The desired voltage may be set with the VOLTAGE SELECTOR knob on the rear panel,
using a screwdriver.
If the VOLTAGE SELECTOR knob does not move smoothly, please contact a qualified
serviceman.
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CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION

Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated
if this unit or any other electronic equipment using
microprocessors is used near a tuner or TV.
If this happens, take the following steps:
• Install this unit as far as possible from the tuner or
TV.
• Set the antenna wires from the tuner or TV away
from this unit's power cord and input/output
connection cords.
• Noise or disturbance tends to occur particularly
when using indoor antennas or 300 Ω/ohms feeder
wires. We recommend using outdoor antennas
and 75 Ω/ohms coaxial cables.
For heat dispersal, leave at least 10 cm of space
between the top, back and sides of this unit
and the wall or other components.
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CAUTIONS ON HANDLING

• Switching the input function when input jacks
are not connected
A clicking noise may be produced if the input
function is switched when nothing is connected to
the input jacks. If this happens, either turn down the
MASTER VOLUME control or connect components
to the input jacks.
• Muting of PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jacks
and SPEAKER terminals
The PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jack and
SPEAKER terminals include a muting circuit.
Because of this, the output signals are greatly
reduced for several seconds after the power switch
is turned on or input function, surround mode or any
other-set-up is changed. If the volume is turned up
during this time, the output will be very high after
the muting circuit stops functioning. Always wait
until the muting circuit turns off before adjusting the
volume.
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10 cm or more
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10 cm or more
wall
• Whenever the power switch is in the £
state, the apparatus is still connected on AC line
voltage.
Please be sure to unplug the cord when you
leave home for, say, a vacation.
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