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Denon AVC-X8500H Owner's Manual

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AVC-X8500H
INTEGRATED NETWORK AV AMPLIFIER
Owner's Manual
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  • Page 1 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AVC-X8500H INTEGRATED NETWORK AV AMPLIFIER Owner’s Manual Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 2 Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) Part names and functions Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player Front panel Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the Denon Link Display HD function Rear panel Connecting a video camcorder or game console...
  • Page 3 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback Getting the HEOS App HEOS Account Basic operation Playing from streaming music services Turning the power on Listening to the same music in multiple rooms Selecting the input source AirPlay function Adjusting the volume Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) Playing iTunes music with this unit...
  • Page 4 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Selecting a sound mode Audio Selecting a sound mode Subwoofer Level Adjust Direct playback Bass Sync Pure Direct playback Surround Parameter Auto surround playback Restorer Description of sound mode types Audio Delay Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal Volume HDMI Control function Audyssey...
  • Page 5 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Speakers HEOS Account You have not signed in Audyssey ® Setup Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey ® Setup) You have already signed in Error messages General Language Retrieving Audyssey ® Setup settings Manual Setup ZONE2 Setup / ZONE3 Setup Amp Assign Zone Rename...
  • Page 6 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips Operating external devices with the remote control unit Registering preset codes Tips Operating devices Troubleshooting Operating learning function Power does not turn on / Power is turned off Operating macro function Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit Specifying the zone used with the remote control unit Display on this unit shows nothing Setting the Remote ID...
  • Page 7 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Appendix About HDMI Video conversion function Playing back a USB memory devices Playing back a Bluetooth device Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS Playing back Internet Radio Personal memory plus function Last function memory Sound modes and channel output Sound modes and surround parameters...

  • Page 8: Accessories

    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: Inserting The Batteries

    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. Slide the rear cover off the remote control unit in the 0 Do not use two different types of batteries.

  • Page 10: Features

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Features DTS Virtual:X (v p. 321) High quality sound DTS Virtual:X technology features DTS’s proprietary virtual height and virtual surround processing to deliver an immersive sound experience With discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides from any type of input source (stereo to 7.1.4 channel) and speaker identical quality for all 13-channels (190 Watts x 13-channels) configuration.
  • Page 11 HD” (v p. 326) This unit is equipped with our exclusive “Denon Link HD” technology. When connected to a Denon disc player that has Denon Link HD, the sound localization becomes more precise, with increased detail and definition. The system works by carrying the critical clock timing signals via the dedicated Denon Link HD connection, minimizing the jitter caused by conventional digital connections.
  • Page 12 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Auro-3D This unit is equipped with an Auro-3D decoder. With Auro-3D, Front Height (FHL + FHR), Surround Height (SHL + SHR), Center Height (CH/optional) and Top Surround (TS/optional) are added to a conventional 5.1-channel system to achieve a natural and realistic sound field that is three-dimensional and fully immersive. You will be able to fully enjoy Auro-3D playback if you properly place the speakers for Auro-3D.

  • Page 13: High Performance

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Digital video processor upscales analog video signals (SD High performance resolution) to HD (720p/1080p) and 4K (v p. 193) 4K 60Hz input/output supported Up to 1080p Up scaling This unit is equipped with a 4K video upscaling function that allows When 4K Ultra HD (High Definition) is used, an input/output speed of 60 analog video or SD (Standard Definition) video to be output via HDMI at frames per second (60p) is achieved for video signals.
  • Page 14 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 (8 inputs, 3 outputs) network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 126) You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet For connection to a broad range of digital sources, this unit features 8 Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC.
  • Page 15 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Wireless connection with Bluetooth devices can be carried out Multi-Room audio (v p. 137) easily (v p. 106) 【MAIN ZONE】 【ZONE2】/【ZONE3】 You can select and play back the respective inputs in MAIN ZONE, ZONE2 and ZONE3. In addition, when the All Zone Stereo function is used, the music being You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your played back in MAIN ZONE can be enjoyed in all the zones at the same...
  • Page 16 HEOS App (available for iOS, z Download the appropriate “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” App for your iOS or Android and Amazon devices), you can explore, browse, and play Android devices. This unit needs to be connected to the same LAN or Wi-Fi music from your own music library or from many online streaming music (wireless LAN) network that the iPhone or iPod touch is connected to.

  • Page 17: Easy Operation

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Easy operation “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. Easy to use Graphical User Interface This unit is equipped with a Graphical User Interface for improved operability.

  • Page 18: Part Names And Functions

    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 19 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix C SOURCE SELECT knob This selects the input source. (v p. 100) 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. 22) F MASTER VOLUME knob This adjusts the volume level.
  • Page 20 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix With the door open E STATUS button Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the display. r t y u F Information button (INFO) This displays the status information on the TV screen. (v p. 256) G Cursor buttons (uio p) These select items.
  • Page 21 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix M BACK button This returns to the previous screen. N ENTER button This determines the selection. O SETUP button This displays the menu on the TV screen. (v p. 169) P SETUP MIC jack This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone.

  • Page 22: Display

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Display A Input signal indicators D Monitor output indicator The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal. These light according to the HDMI monitor output setting. When set to (v p. 202) “Auto(Dual)”, the indicators light according to connection status.
  • Page 23 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix K Input/output signal channel indicators The channel for input/output signals is displayed according to the setting configured for “Channel Indicators”. (v p. 252) When “Channel Indicators” is set to “Output” (Default) These light when audio signals are being output from the speakers. When “Channel Indicators”...

  • Page 24: Rear Panel

    5 MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD ZONE2 MONITOR1 MONITOR2 POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA ANTENNA Denon Link HD 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 3 Blu-ray...
  • Page 25 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix B Denon Link HD connector Used to connect a Denon Link HD compatible Blu-ray Disc player. (v p. 89) NETWORK 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 3 Blu-ray 4 GAME 5 MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD...
  • Page 26 “Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 87) Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 98) “Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 88) “Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the Denon Link HD function” (v p. 89) Front panel...
  • Page 27 MONITOR2 RS-232C connectors. Consult the owner’s manual of the home POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA ANTENNA Denon Link HD automation controller for more information about serial control of this 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER...

  • Page 28: Remote Control Unit

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Remote control unit A p indicator This is lit when signals are sent from the remote control unit. B AVR operation button When preset codes are registered to the remote control unit, press this button and then operate the menu on the unit.

  • Page 29: Connections

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix G QUICK SELECT buttons (1 – 4) These call up settings registered to each button, such as input source, volume level and sound mode settings. (v p. 155) H Channel/page search buttons (CH/PAGE df) These switch pages.

  • Page 30: Connections

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix N Number / Character buttons These enter letters or numbers into the unit. “Operating external devices with the remote control unit” (v p. 259) O Remote control signal transmitter This transmits signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9) P POWER button (X) This turns the power on/off.

  • Page 31: Connections

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix V SETUP button This displays the menu on the TV screen. (v p. 169) W SOUND MODE buttons These select the sound mode. (v p. 138) X SLEEP button This sets the sleep timer. (v p. 153) Y RC SETUP button This used to set up the remote control unit.

  • Page 32: Connections

    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 to a home network (LAN) Subwoofer cable Connecting an external control device...

  • Page 33: Speaker Installation

    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 34 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 35 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix SHL/SHR Place the SURROUND HEIGHT left and right (Surround height speakers directly above the surround speakers. speaker left/right): Place the CENTER HEIGHT speaker directly above the center speaker. Mount them as close to (Center height the ceiling as possible and aim them towards the speaker): main listening position.
  • Page 36 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 37 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Height speakers layout 0 This unit is compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X which offers an even wider and deeper surround sensation. 0 Dolby Atmos is not supported in a 5.1-channel or less speaker configuration. 0 DTS:X can be selected regardless of the speaker configuration.

  • Page 38: Surround Back Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o When 7.1-channel speakers are installed using o When 9.1-channel speakers are installed using surround back speakers front wide speakers SW C Listening position z1 22° - 30° z2 90° - 110° z3 135° - 150° 1 22°...
  • Page 39 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o When 5.1-channel speakers are installed o Layout including height speakers and ceiling speakers n Height speaker layout example Combination of 5.1-channel layout and front height/rear height/center height speakers. SW C z1 22° - 30° z2 120° Front panel Display Rear panel...
  • Page 40 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n Ceiling speaker layout example n Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker layout example Combination of 5.1-channel layout and top front/top middle/top rear Combination of 7.1-channel layout and front Dolby/surround Dolby/ speakers. back Dolby speakers. Front panel Display Rear panel Remote...
  • Page 41 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n Auro-3D layout example Combination of 5.1-channel speakers with front height/surround height/ center height/top surround speakers. 0 For the best Auro-3D experience Surround Height speakers are recommended, however you may substitute Rear Height speakers from a Dolby Atmos speaker setup in place of Surround Height speakers.

  • Page 42: Connecting Speakers

    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 43: Connecting The Speaker Cables

    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 44 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o About the cable labels (supplied) for channel identification The channel display section for speaker terminals on the rear panel is color-coded for each channel to be identifiable. Attach the cable label corresponding to each speaker to each speaker cable. This makes it easy to connect the correct cable to the speaker terminals on the rear panel.
  • Page 45 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Attach the cable label for each channel to its speaker cable as shown in the diagram. Refer to the table and attach the label to each speaker cable. Then, make connection so that the color of the speaker terminal matches that of the cable label.

  • Page 46: Speaker Configuration And "Amp Assign" Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings This unit has a built-in 13-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.
  • Page 47 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Refer to the example connection for “Example connection for the Auro-3D 9.1-channel system” (v p. 61) when playing Auro-3D with a 9.1- channel system using the basic 5.1-channel system and the front height 0 In addition to the connections described in p.48 - 80, this unit allows for various and surround height speakers.

  • Page 48: Connecting 5.1-Channel Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting 5.1-channel speakers This serves as a basic 5.1-channel surround system. 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND HEIGHT1 HEIGHT3 7.1CH IN 3 Blu-ray 6 CD ZONE2...

  • Page 49: Connecting 7.1-Channel Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting 7.1-channel speakers o Example connections when using surround back speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with surround back speakers. 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER...
  • Page 50 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connections when using front wide speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with front wide speakers. FWR FWL 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER...
  • Page 51 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connections when using ceiling speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with ceiling speakers. 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND...
  • Page 52 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connections 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. 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER...
  • Page 53 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connections when using Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with front Dolby speakers. 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD...

  • Page 54: Connecting 9.1-Channel Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting 9.1-channel speakers o Example connection when using surround back and front wide speakers FWR FWL 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND HEIGHT1 HEIGHT3...
  • Page 55 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connection when using one set of ceiling speakers 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND HEIGHT1 HEIGHT3 7.1CH IN 3 Blu-ray 6 CD ZONE2 ZONE3...
  • Page 56 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connection when using two sets of ceiling speakers 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND HEIGHT1 HEIGHT3 7.1CH IN 3 Blu-ray 6 CD ZONE2 ZONE3...
  • Page 57 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connection when using one set of height speakers 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND HEIGHT1 HEIGHT3 7.1CH IN 3 Blu-ray 6 CD ZONE2 ZONE3...
  • Page 58 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connection when using two sets of height speakers 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND HEIGHT1 HEIGHT3 7.1CH IN 3 Blu-ray 6 CD ZONE2 ZONE3...
  • Page 59 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connection when using one set of Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND HEIGHT1 HEIGHT3 7.1CH IN 3 Blu-ray 6 CD ZONE2...
  • Page 60 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connection when using two sets of Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND HEIGHT1 HEIGHT3 7.1CH IN 3 Blu-ray 6 CD ZONE2...
  • Page 61 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connection for the Auro-3D 9.1-channel system This speaker configuration is optimized for Auro-3D playback. 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND HEIGHT1 HEIGHT3...
  • Page 62 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Channels output from the HEIGHT1 and HEIGHT2 speaker terminals can be changed to the following patterns according to the speaker systems being used. Set this from “Amp Assign” in the menu. (v p. 214) Combination of height speakers to be used Connected terminals Number of height/...

  • Page 63: Connecting 13.1-Channel Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting 13.1-channel speakers This system, which is based on a 5.1-channel system, plays back up to 13.1-channels at the same time. o Example connection when using three sets of ceiling speakers HEIGHT 3 TMR TML 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT...
  • Page 64 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connection when using two sets of height speakers and one set of ceiling speakers HEIGHT 3 TMR TML 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER...
  • Page 65 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connection when using two sets of height speakers and one set of front wide speakers FWR FWL 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER...
  • Page 66 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connection when using three sets of Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers HEIGHT 3 SDR SDL 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND HEIGHT1 HEIGHT3...
  • Page 67 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Example connection for the Auro-3D 13.1-channel system This speaker configuration is optimized for Auro-3D playback. HEIGHT 3 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER SUBWOOFER SURROUND...

  • Page 68: Connecting 15.1-Channel Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting 15.1-channel speakers This system can connect with up to 15.1-channel speakers and simultaneously play up to 13.1-channels for Dolby Atmos and Auro-3D playback. Use the Front Height, Top Middle or Rear Height speakers for Dolby Atmos playback. Use the Front Height, Rear Height, Center Height or Top Surround speakers for Auro-3D playback.
  • Page 69 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix The combination of the HEIGHT1, HEIGHT2, HEIGHT3 and HEIGHT4 channels can be changed to the following patterns according to the speaker system being used. Set this from “Amp Assign” in the menu. (v p. 214) Combinations of height speakers to be used Connected speaker terminals Number of...
  • Page 70 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Combinations of height speakers to be used Connected speaker terminals Number of Number of HEIGHT 4/ height / ceiling Dolby Combination pattern HEIGHT 1 HEIGHT 2 HEIGHT 3 FRONT speakers Speakers WIDEz1 Front Dolby & Top Rear Front Dolby Top Rear Front Dolby &...
  • Page 71 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Combinations of height speakers to be used Connected speaker terminals Number of Number of HEIGHT 4/ height / ceiling Dolby Combination pattern HEIGHT 1 HEIGHT 2 HEIGHT 3 FRONT speakers Speakers WIDEz1 Front Height & Rear Height & Top Front Height Rear Height L: Top Surround...
  • Page 72 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Combinations of height speakers to be used Connected speaker terminals Number of Number of HEIGHT 4/ height / ceiling Dolby Combination pattern HEIGHT 1 HEIGHT 2 HEIGHT 3 FRONT speakers Speakers WIDEz1 Front Height & Surr. Height & Front Height Rear Height Surr.
  • Page 73 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Combinations of height speakers to be used Connected speaker terminals Number of Number of HEIGHT 4/ height / ceiling Dolby Combination pattern HEIGHT 1 HEIGHT 2 HEIGHT 3 FRONT speakers Speakers WIDEz1 Front Height & Top Middle & Rear Front Height Rear Height Top Middle...

  • Page 74: Bi-Amp Connection

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Bi-amp connection o 11.1-channel playback (bi-amp connection of front speakers) This system plays back 11.1-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 75 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o 5.1-channel playback : Bi-amp connection of front, center and surround speakers This system plays back 5.1-channels. You can use the bi-amp connection for all front, center and surround speakers. 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT...

  • Page 76: Connecting 11.1-Channel Speakers: Second Pair Of Front Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting 11.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speakers This system enables switching playback between front speakers A and B as desired. 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 2 DVD 5 MEDIA PLAYER SURROUND CENTER...

  • Page 77: Connecting Multi-Zone Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting multi-zone speakers o 11.1-channel playback (MAIN ZONE) + 2-channel playback (ZONE2 or ZONE3) This type of configuration plays back 11.1-channels in MAIN ZONE and 2-channels in ZONE2. (Speakers can output audio from ZONE3 instead of ZONE2 (Assign Mode: 11.1ch + ZONE3)). MAIN ZONE ZONE2 ZONE2...
  • Page 78 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o 9.1-channel playback (bi-amp connection of front speakers: MAIN ZONE) + 2-channel playback (ZONE2) This type of configuration plays back 9.1-channels in MAIN ZONE and 2-channels in ZONE2. You can use the bi-amp connection for front speakers in MAIN ZONE.
  • Page 79 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o 9.1-channel playback (MAIN ZONE) + 2-channel playback (ZONE2) + 2-channel playback (ZONE3) This type of configuration plays back 9.1-channels in MAIN ZONE and 2-channels in ZONE2 and ZONE3. MAIN ZONE ZONE3 ZONE3 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK...
  • Page 80 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o 11.1-channel playback (MAIN ZONE) + 1-channel playback (ZONE2) + 1-channel playback (ZONE3) This type of configuration plays back 11.1-channels in MAIN ZONE and 1-channel (monaural) in ZONE2 and ZONE3. MAIN ZONE ZONE3 ZONE2 Mono Mono 1 CBL/SAT...
  • Page 81 7 CD ZONE2 MONITOR1 MONITOR2 POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA ANTENNA 0 Set “Assign Mode” to “Pre Amplifier” if Denon Link HD 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD...

  • Page 82: Connecting A Tv

    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. ARC (Audio Return Channel) function plays TV audio on this unit by sending the TV audio signal to this unit via HDMI cable.

  • Page 83: Connection 1 : Tv Equipped With An Hdmi Connector And Compatible With The Arc (Audio Return Channel)

    2 DVD 3 Blu-ray 4 GAME 5 MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA ANTENNA Denon Link HD FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 3 Blu-ray MONITOR...

  • Page 84: Connection 2 : Tv Equipped With An Hdmi Connector And Incompatible With The Arc (Audio Return Channel)

    5 MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD ZONE2 MONITOR1 MONITOR2 POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA ANTENNA Denon Link HD 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 3 Blu-ray...

  • Page 85: Connection 3 : Tv Equipped Without An Hdmi Connector

    5 MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD ZONE2 MONITOR1 MONITOR2 POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA ANTENNA Denon Link HD 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 3 Blu-ray...

  • Page 86: Connecting A Playback Device

    “Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 87) “Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 88) “Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the Denon Link HD function” (v p. 89) “Connecting a video camcorder or game console” (v p. 90) “Connecting a turntable”...

  • Page 87: Connecting A Set-Top Box (Satellite Tuner/Cable Tv)

    5 MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD ZONE2 MONITOR1 MONITOR2 POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA ANTENNA Denon Link HD 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 3 Blu-ray...

  • Page 88: Connecting A Dvd Player Or Blu-Ray Disc Player

    HEIGHT4/FRONT WIDE HEIGHT4/FRONT WIDE STRAIGHT CABLE 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 2 CD DC12V 150mA MAX. AUDIO 0 When connecting a Blu-ray Disc player that is compatible with Denon Link PHONO COAXIAL OPTICAL AUDIO TRIGGER OUT REMOTE CONTROL RS-232C DIGITAL AUDIO (ASSIGNABLE) HD, see “Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the Denon...

  • Page 89: Connecting A Blu-Ray Disc Player Compatible With The Denon Link Hd Function

    Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the Denon Link HD function By making a Denon Link HD connection to a player compatible with the Denon Link HD function, you can enjoy higher quality playback compared with when only the HDMI connector connection is made.

  • Page 90: Connecting A Video Camcorder Or Game Console

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a video camcorder or game console This explanation uses the connection with a video camcorders as an example. Connect a playback device to this unit, such as a video camcorder or game console. Video camcorder HDMI...

  • Page 91: Connecting A Turntable

    5 MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD ZONE2 MONITOR1 MONITOR2 POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA ANTENNA Denon Link HD 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 3 Blu-ray...

  • Page 92: Connecting A Device With A Multi-Channel Output Connector

    5 MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD ZONE2 MONITOR1 MONITOR2 POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA ANTENNA Denon Link HD 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 3 Blu-ray...

  • Page 93: Connecting A Usb Memory Device To The Usb Port

    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. 25) NOTE 0 USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub.

  • Page 94: Connecting To A Home Network (Lan)

    3 Blu-ray 4 GAME 5 MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD ZONE2 MONITOR1 MONITOR2 POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA Denon Link HD 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD...

  • Page 95: Wireless Lan

    5 MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD ZONE2 MONITOR1 MONITOR2 POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA ANTENNA Denon Link HD 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 3 Blu-ray...

  • Page 96: Connecting An External Control Device

    5 MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD ZONE2 MONITOR1 MONITOR2 POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA ANTENNA Denon Link HD 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 3 Blu-ray...

  • Page 97: Trigger Out Jacks

    5 MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD ZONE2 MONITOR1 MONITOR2 POWER SUPPLY 5V/1.5A Bluetooth/Wi-Fi Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA ANTENNA Denon Link HD 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME FRONT SURROUND BACK FRONT CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 3 Blu-ray...

  • Page 98: Connecting The Power Cord

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting the power cord After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet. MEDIA PLAYER 6 AUX2 7 CD ZONE2 MONITOR1 MONITOR2 Bluetooth/Wi-Fi ANTENNA CENTER SUBWOOFER 1 CBL/SAT 4 GAME 1 CBL/SAT 2 DVD 3 Blu-ray...
  • Page 99 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 100: Basic Operation

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Basic operation Turning the power on POWER X Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. 0 You can press the input source select button when the unit is in standby mode to turn on the power.

  • Page 101: Adjusting The Volume

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the volume Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume. The following describes the procedure for playing DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player. 0 The variable range differs according to the input signal and channel level setting. Prepare for playback.

  • Page 102: Playing A Usb Memory Device

    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 “FAT16” or “FAT32”...

  • Page 103: Playing Files Stored On Usb Memory Devices

    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 USB memory device into the USB port. 0 When you select something to play you will be asked how you want to queue up your music.
  • Page 104 2:45 -2:21 NOTE 0 Note that Denon will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising with the data on a USB memory device when using this unit in conjunction with the USB memory device. Front panel...
  • Page 105 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations accessible through the option menu “Adjusting the audibility of dialog and vocals (Dialog Enhancer)” (v p. 132) “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source (Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 133) “Adjusting the tone (Tone)”...

  • Page 106: Listening To Music On A Bluetooth Device

    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. POWER X Communication is possible up to a range of about 30 m.

  • Page 107: Playing Music From Bluetooth Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing music from Bluetooth device Activate the Bluetooth settings on your mobile device. In order to enjoy music from a Bluetooth device on this unit, the Bluetooth Select this unit when its name appears in the list of device must first be paired with this unit.
  • Page 108 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Operation buttons Function Playback Pause Stop Skip to previous track / Skip to next track 0 Press STATUS on this unit during playback to switch the display between Title name, Artist name, Album name, etc. Front panel Display Rear panel...

  • Page 109: Pairing With Other Bluetooth Devices

    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 110: Reconnecting To This Unit From A Bluetooth Device

    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 111: Listening To Internet Radio

    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 112: Listening To Internet Radio

    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 ui to select “TuneIn NOTE Internet Radio”, then press ENTER.

  • Page 113: Playing Back Files Stored On A Pc Or Nas

    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 114: Playing Back Files Stored On A Pc Or Nas

    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 115 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Use ui to select the “Play Now” or “Play Now & 0 The display switches between track title, artist name, and album title each time the Replace Queue”, then press ENTER. main unit’s STATUS is pressed. Playback starts.
  • Page 116 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations accessible through the option menu “Adjusting the audibility of dialog and vocals (Dialog Enhancer)” (v p. 132) “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source (Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 133) “Adjusting the tone (Tone)”...

  • Page 117: Front Panel Display Rear Panel

    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. For more information about which services are available in your area please visit http://www.HEOSbyDenon.com Download the HEOS App for iOS or Android by searching App Store, Google Play store or Amazon Appstore for “HEOS”.

  • Page 118: Heos Account

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Changing your HEOS Account HEOS Account HEOS Accounts can be registered in “HEOS Account” (v p. 244) in the Tap the “Music” tab. menu of this unit or by tapping “Music” tab - “Settings” icon a in the HEOS App.

  • Page 119: Playing From Streaming Music Services

    Selecting a room/device AVC-X8500H Song Name 3 Tap the “Rooms” tab, and select “AVC-X8500H” if there are multiple HEOS devices. 0 Tap the Pencil icon e at the top right to switch edit mode. You can change the Rooms...
  • Page 120 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. This Phone USB Music Music Servers Playlists...
  • Page 121 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 Track 01 0 When you select a music track to play you will be asked how you want to Rooms queue up your music.

  • Page 122: Listening To The Same Music In Multiple Rooms

    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 The HEOS system is a true multi-room audio system that automatically Song Name 1 Song Name 1 synchronizes audio playback between multiple HEOS devices so that the...

  • Page 123: Ungrouping Rooms

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Ungrouping rooms Rooms Rooms Press and hold your finger on room that you want to Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them remove from the group. Dining Dining Song Name 1...
  • Page 124 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 125: Ungrouping All Rooms

    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 126: Airplay Function

    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 127: Playing Songs From Your Iphone, Ipod Touch Or Ipad

    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 4.2.1 or later, you can is connected to the same network as this unit.

  • Page 128: Perform Itunes Playback Operations With The Remote Control Unit Of This Unit

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit of this unit With this unit’s remote control unit, you can perform iTunes song play, pause, and auto search (cue) operations. Select the “Edit” - “Preferences...” in the iTunes menu. Select “Devices”...

  • Page 129: Spotify Connect Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Spotify Connect function Spotify is the world’s most popular streaming service. If you subscribe to Playing Spotify music with this unit Spotify Premium, you can control your new speaker with your phone or tablet. Because Spotify is built-in to your speaker, you can still take calls or Download the “Spotify App”...

  • Page 130: Convenience Functions

    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. (HEOS Music) OPTION uio p ENTER Front panel Display Rear panel...

  • Page 131: Adding To Heos Favorites

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back HEOS Favorites Adding to HEOS Favorites Press R (HEOS Music). While content is playing, press OPTION. The option menu screen is displayed. Use ui to select “HEOS Favorites”, then press ENTER. Use ui to select “Add to HEOS Favorites”, then press ENTER.

  • Page 132: Deleting A Heos Favorites

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Deleting a HEOS Favorites Adjusting the audibility of dialog and vocals (Dialog Enhancer) While the HEOS Favorites content list is displayed, use ui to select the item you want to remove from HEOS This function adjusts the center channel frequency band to enhance the Favorites, then press OPTION.
  • Page 133 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the volume of each channel Use o p to adjust the volume. to match the input source (Channel –12.0 dB – +12.0 dB (Default: 0.0 dB) Level Adjust) Use uio p to select “Exit”, then press ENTER. The volume of each channel can be changed while listening to music.

  • Page 134: Adjusting The Tone (Tone)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the tone (Tone) Select “On” in step 3 and press i to select the sound range to be adjusted. Adjusts the tonal quality of the sound. Bass: Adjust bass. Press OPTION. Treble: Adjust treble. An option menu screen is displayed.

  • Page 135: Displaying Your Desired Video During Audio Playback (Video Select)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Displaying your desired video during If you selected “On” in step 3, press i and select audio playback (Video Select) “Source”. Use o p to select the input source for video you want This unit can display video from a different source on TV during audio to play back, then press ENTER.
  • Page 136 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the picture quality for your Use o p to select the picture mode. viewing environment (Picture Mode) No picture quality adjustment is done (Default): with this unit. n Supported input sources : The standard mode suited for most CBL/SAT / DVD / Blu-ray / Game / AUX1 / Standard: living room viewing environments.

  • Page 137: Playing The Same Music In All Zones (All Zone Stereo)

    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 138: Selecting A Sound Mode

    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 139: Selecting A Sound Mode

    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 140: Direct Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix GExampleH When MOVIE is pressed Direct playback Sound recorded in source is played as is. MOVIE SOUND Press PURE to select “Direct”. Stereo Direct playback begins. Dolby Surround DTS Neural:X Auro-3D Auro-2D Surround Multi Ch Stereo 0 While DSD signals are played back, “DSD Direct”...

  • Page 141: Pure Direct Playback

    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 142: Description Of Sound Mode Types

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Description of sound mode types Dolby sound mode Sound mode type Description Please select this mode to play back the contents encoded with Dolby Atmos. If you have selected a different sound mode Dolby Atmos previously, please select again this mode for Dolby Atmos content play back.
  • Page 143 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. This mode is suitable for playing discs recorded in DTS-ES. DTS ES Dscrt6.1 The surround back channel added using the discrete method is played as an independent channel. Since all channels are independent, the 360-degree spacial expressiveness and sound localization are enhanced.
  • Page 144 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Auro-3D sound mode Sound mode type Description Auro-3D This mode uses an Auro-3D decoder to create three-dimensional audio output using the Height Channel. It is ideal for playback of signals encoded as Auro-3D with a Height Channel. If signals not encoded as Auro-3D are input, an Upmixer called the Auro-Matic is used to create highly realistic three-dimensional audio output.
  • Page 145 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 146: Sound Mode That Can Be Selected For Each Input Signal

    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. 171) Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button...
  • Page 147 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix MUSIC button Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button GAME button Multi-channel z8 Stereo Dolby Digital Dolby Digital + Dolby Surround z9 Dolby Digital Dolby Digital + Neural:X z9 Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Digital Plus + Dolby Surround z9z10 Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Digital Plus + Neural:X z9 Dolby Atmos z9z11...
  • Page 148 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button MUSIC button GAME button DTS-HD HI RES DTS-HD MSTR DTS Express DTS-HD / DTS Express DTS-HD + Dolby Surround z9 DTS-HD + Neural:X z9 DTS-HD + Virtual:X z4 DTS:X DTS:X DTS:X MSTR...
  • Page 149 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Views on the display Blu-ray Dolby D + A Shows a decoder to be used. In the case of the Dolby Digital Plus decoder, “y” is displayed. B Shows a decoder that creates sound output. “k”...

  • Page 150: Hdmi Control Function

    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 151 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Smart Menu function This function can be used to configure the settings of this unit, select an o Now Playing input source and set Internet Radio stations using the TV remote control. Enjoy content from the input source currently selected on this unit. Enable the HDMI Control function of this unit and the o Source TV.

  • Page 152: Setup Menu

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Setup Menu Displays a setup menu for configuring the settings of this unit. o Quick Select Calls up the QUICK SELECT items registered to this unit. NOTE 0 If the “HDMI Control” or “Smart Menu” settings have been changed, always reset the power to connected devices after the change.
  • Page 153 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. ZONE SELECT SLEEP Front panel...

  • Page 154: Using The Sleep Timer

    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 ZONE SELECT to select the operating zone with the remote control.

  • Page 155: Quick Select Plus Function

    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 ZONE SELECT subsequent playbacks to switch to the group of saved settings in a batch.

  • Page 156: Calling Up The Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Calling up the settings Press ZONE SELECT to select the operating zone with the remote control. The J, K or L indicator lights. Press QUICK SELECT. The Quick Select settings registered to the button you pressed are called up.

  • Page 157: Changing The Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Changing the settings Press ZONE SELECT to select the operating zone with the remote control. The J, K or L indicator lights. Set the items below to the settings you want to register. Press and hold the desired QUICK SELECT until The following settings from A to I can be memorized for MAIN “Quickz Memory”, “Z2 Quickz Memory”...

  • Page 158: Playback In Zone2/Zone3 (Separate Room)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3 (Separate room) You can operate this unit to enjoy video and audio in a room (ZONE2 and ZONE3) 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, ZONE2 and ZONE3.

  • Page 159: Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Connection 2 : Connection through the video output connector and speaker output connector When “Assign Mode” in the menu is set to any of the following audio is output from speakers in ZONE2 or ZONE3. (v p. 214) n Assign Mode: 11.1ch + ZONE2 n Assign Mode: 11.1ch + ZONE3 MAIN ZONE...

  • Page 160: Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Assign Mode: 11.1ch + ZONE2/3-MONO ZONE2 ZONE3 MAIN ZONE This unit VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO MONITOR/ZONE3 MONITOR ZONE2 VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO (ASSIGNABLE) HEIGHT3 HEIGHT3 ASSIGNABLE z1 Set “ZONE2” or “ZONE3” for “Analog Video Out” - “Component” in the menu to enable use of the MAIN ZONE component video output terminal for ZONE2 or ZONE3. (v p.

  • Page 161: Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Connection 3 : Connection through the video output connector and external power amplifiers The audio signals of this unit’s ZONE2 and ZONE3 audio output connectors are played on the ZONE2 and ZONE3 power amplifiers. ZONE2 ZONE3 MAIN ZONE...

  • Page 162: Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 0 The analog audio signal and the 2-channel PCM signal input from HDMI connector or digital connectors (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) can be played back in ZONE2. 0 If you want to play back HDMI signals other than 2-channel PCM in ZONE2, set “HDMI Audio” to “PCM”. (v p. 249) 2-channel PCM signals are output from a device connected to the input source selected for ZONE2 and can be played back in ZONE2.

  • Page 163: Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3 Press ZONE SELECT to switch the zone mode. The K or L indicator lights. Press POWER X to turn on the ZONE2 or ZONE3 power. POWER X ZONE SELECT The j indicator on the display lights. Power in ZONE2 or ZONE3 can be turned on or off by pressing ZONE2 ON/OFF or ZONE3 ON/OFF on the main unit.

  • Page 164: Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Adjusting the volume (ZONE2/ZONE3) Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume. At time of purchase, “Volume Limit” is set to “70 (–10 dB)”. (v p. 249) 0 Turn MASTER VOLUME after pressing ZONE2 SOURCE or ZONE3 SOURCE on the main unit to adjust the volume.

  • Page 165: Menu Map

    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 166 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setting items Detailed items Description Page Input Assign Changes input connector assignment. Source Rename Changes the display name for input source. Hide Sources Removes from the display input sources that are not used. Source Level Adjusts the playback level of the audio input.
  • Page 167 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setting items Detailed items Description Page 【When the user is signed out the HEOS Account】 I have a HEOS Account Selects to sign in. Create Account Creates new HEOS Account. Forgot Password If you forgot your password, we'll send you an email with instructions about how to reset HEOS Account 【When the user is signed in the HEOS Account】...
  • Page 168 Sets the ID of the remote control code to which this unit responds. 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.

  • Page 169: Menu Operations

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Menu operations ZONE SELECT Press ZONE SELECT on the remote control unit to set the operating zone to the MAIN ZONE. The J indicator lights. Press SETUP. The menu is displayed on the TV screen. Use ui p to select the menu to be set or operated, then press ENTER.

  • Page 170: Subwoofer Level Adjust

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Audio Make audio-related settings. Subwoofer Level Adjust Bass Sync For contents recorded in multi-channel such as Blu-ray discs, the Adjusts the subwoofer channel volume for all input sources. recorded low frequency effects (LFE) may be out of synch and delayed. This function corrects such a delay of low frequency effects (LFE).

  • Page 171: Surround Parameter

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Loudness Management Surround Parameter This sets whether to output as specified in “Dynamic Compression” or You can adjust the surround audio sound field effects to match your output directly without compressing the dynamic range of audio preferences.
  • Page 172 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dynamic Compression o Dialog Control Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds). Adjust the volume of dialog in movies, vocals in music, etc. so these can be heard more easily. Automatic dynamic range compression Auto: on/off control according to source.
  • Page 173 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Center Spread o Auro-Matic 3D Preset Center Spread expands the center channel signal to left and right front Selects the Auro-Matic 3D Preset for fine tuning the Auro-3D speakers to create a wider frontal audio image for the listener. It is experience to specific audio material.

  • Page 174: Delay Time

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Auro-Matic 3D Strength o Delay Time Changes the level of the up-mixed channels in relation to the original Adjust the audio delay time against video to extend the sound field input signal. image. The value ranges from 1 (no up-mixing) to 16 (Maximum level, 0 ms –...

  • Page 175: Room Size

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Room Size o Speaker Select Determine size of acoustic environment. Makes settings for the speakers outputting sound. Small: Simulate acoustics of a small room. Floor: Plays back without height speakers. Simulate acoustics of a medium-small Floor &...

  • Page 176: Restorer

    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, WMA (Windows Media Audio) 44.1/48 kHz) is input. and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the amount of data by eliminating signal 0 This item default setting for “HEOS Music”...

  • Page 177: Audio Delay

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Adjust Audio Delay The timing mismatch between the picture and sound needs to be Compensates for incorrect timing between video and audio. corrected manually. 0 ms – 500 ms (Default : 0 ms) 0 Audio Delay for game mode can be set when “Video Mode”...

  • Page 178: Volume

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Power On Level Volume Define the volume setting that is active when the power is turned on. Set the MAIN ZONE (room where the unit is located) volume setting. Last Use the memorized setting from the last o Scale (Default): session.

  • Page 179: Audyssey

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o MultEQ ® XT32 Audyssey ® MultEQ ® XT32 compensates for both time and frequency Set Audyssey MultEQ XT32, Audyssey Dynamic EQ , Audyssey ® ® characteristics of the listening area based on Audyssey ®...
  • Page 180 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 181 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dynamic Volume o Audyssey LFC™ Solves the problem of large variations in volume level between TV, Adjusts the low frequency band to prevent bass and vibration from movies and other content (between quiet passages and loud being conveyed to neighboring rooms.

  • Page 182: Graphic Eq

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Speaker Selection Graphic EQ Select whether to adjust tones for individual speakers or for all Uses the graphic equalizer to adjust the tone of each speaker. speakers. All: Adjust all speaker tones together. 0 Speakers for which “Graphic EQ”...
  • Page 183 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Curve Copy Copy the Flat correction curve created in Audyssey ® Setup. 0 “Curve Copy” is displayed after Audyssey ® Setup has been performed. 0 “Curve Copy” cannot be used when using headphones. o Set Defaults The “Graphic EQ”...

  • Page 184: Picture Adjust

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Video Make video-related settings. o Picture Mode Picture Adjust Select the desired picture mode according to the video content and Picture quality can be adjusted. your viewing environment. The standard mode suited for most living Standard: room viewing environments.
  • Page 185 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contrast Adjust picture contrast. 0 The two special adjustment modes, “ISF Day” and “ISF Night”, should be used by a certified technician to adjust the color calibration to match the installation -50 – +50 (Default : 0) conditions.

  • Page 186: Hdmi Setup

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Vertical Stretch HDMI Setup Sets whether video signals are vertically stretched or not. Make settings for HDMI Audio Out, HDMI Pass Through and HDMI Stretches video signals vertically. Control settings. NOTE Does not stretch video signals vertically. (Default): 0 When “HDMI Pass Through”...
  • Page 187 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Pass Through Source o RC Source Select Sets the HDMI connector that inputs HDMI signals when in standby. Set whether to allow this unit to be turned on by the input source select button on the remote control when this unit is on standby.
  • Page 188 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 MONITOR 1 connector, set whether compatible with HDMI Control. to receive sound from the TV via HDMI. Use HDMI Control function.
  • Page 189 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 190 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Power Saving o Smart Menu If “TV Speaker” is set as the audio output setting of your TV, this unit is This function can be used to configure the settings of this unit, select automatically set to standby mode to reduce power consumption.

  • Page 191: Output Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o HDMI Video Output Output Settings Select the HDMI monitor connector to be used. Makes settings for video output. The presence of a TV connected to the Auto(Dual) HDMI MONITOR 1 or HDMI MONITOR 2 (Default): connector is detected automatically, and 0 This can be set when “HDMI”, “COMP”...
  • Page 192 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Video Mode o Video Conversion Configure the video processing method to match the type of video The input video signal is converted automatically in conjunction with content. the connected TV. (v p. 303) Auto Process video automatically based on The input video signal is converted.
  • Page 193 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Resolution o Progressive Mode Set the output resolution. You can set “Resolution” separately for Set an appropriate progressive conversion mode for the source video HDMI output of the analog video input and HDMI input. signal.

  • Page 194: Analog Video Out

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Aspect Ratio Analog Video Out Set the aspect ratio for the video signals output to the HDMI. Selects the zone that uses component video output and video output. 16:9 Output at 16:9 aspect ratio. o Component (Default): Output at 4:3 aspect ratio with black bars...

  • Page 195: On Screen Display

    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”. o Volume Always On Show display continuously. (Default): Sets where to display the volume level.

  • Page 196: K Signal Format

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 4K Signal Format GRelation between the “4K Signal Format” setting and supported resolutionsH Set the 4K signal format to be played back by this unit when the TV or 4K Signal Format Support Color Pixel playback device connected to this unit is HDMI 4K (60Hz/50Hz) signal Standard...

  • Page 197: Tv Format

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix TV Format 0 When setting this to “Enhanced”, we recommend using a “Premium High Speed HDMI Cable” or “Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet” that Set the video signal format to be output for the TV you are using. has an “HDMI Premium Certified Cable”...

  • Page 198: Input Assign

    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 audio/video input connectors of this unit, you can just press one of the...
  • Page 199 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o HDMI o ANALOG Set this to change the HDMI input connectors assigned to the input Set this to change the analog audio input connectors assigned to the sources. input sources. Assign a analog audio input connector to 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / Assign an HDMI input connector to the 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6:...

  • Page 200: Source Rename

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o VIDEO Source Rename Set this to change the composite video input connectors assigned to Change the display name for input source. the input sources. This is convenient when the name of your device and the input source Assign the video input connector to the name of this unit are different.

  • Page 201: Hide Sources

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Hide Sources Source Level Remove from the display input sources that are not used. This function corrects the playback level of the selected input source’s audio input. Show Use this source. Make this setting if there are differences in the input volume levels (Default): between the different sources.

  • Page 202: Input Select

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Input Select Set the audio input mode of each input source. 0 When digital signals are properly input, the ~ indicator lights on the display. If the ~ indicator does not light, check “Input Assign” and the connections. The input modes available for selection may vary depending on the input (v p.

  • Page 203: Speakers

    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 204 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 205: Procedure For Speaker Settings (Audyssey ® Setup)

    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 206 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. Amp Assign The signals output from the SURROUND BACK, HEIGHT1, HEIGHT2, HEIGHT3 and HEIGHT4/FRONT WIDE speaker terminals can be switched in accordance with your speaker environment.
  • Page 207 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 Select “Begin Test”...
  • Page 208 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 o to select “Complete”...
  • Page 209 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 210 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Select “Details” and press ENTER to verify the measurement results. Subwoofers may measure a greater reported distance than the actual distance due to added electrical delay common in subwoofers. NOTE 0 Do not change the speaker connection or subwoofer volume after Audyssey ®...

  • Page 211: Error Messages

    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 212 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Subwoofer level error message and how to Select “SW Level Matching” and then press ENTER. adjust Adjust the volume control on your subwoofer so that The optimal level of each subwoofer channel for Audyssey ®...
  • Page 213 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 XT32) even ® when you have changed each setting manually. Audyssey Setup Your AV receiver can automatically measure the acoustics of your room then optimize your speakers using the included...

  • Page 214: Manual Setup

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Manual Setup Amp Assign Select the power amplifier usage method to match your speaker system. Perform when setting the speakers manually or when changing settings o Assign Mode made in Audyssey ® Setup. If you add or remove a speaker after performing Audyssey Setup, you ®...
  • Page 215 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setting to assign the power amplifiers in Setting to assign the power amplifiers in this unit for ZONE3 to 2-channels this unit for front speaker bi-amp 11.1ch + ZONE3: connection to 2-channels. 9.1ch (Bi-Amp) + ZONE2: You can connect speakers for up to 11.1- channels for MAIN ZONE.
  • Page 216 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Speakers for ZONE2 / Speakers for ZONE3 / All of the speakers are connected using Speakers for ZONE2/3 / Speakers for Bi-Amp / an external power amplifier and this unit Speakers for 2ch / Speakers for Front B is used as an integrated amplifier.
  • Page 217 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Floor o Height n Layout n Height Sp Select the floor speakers location. Select the number of the height speakers and ceiling speakers used in MAIN ZONE. This layout combines a surround back or 5ch &...
  • Page 218 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n Dolby Sp Select the number of the Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers used in MAIN ZONE. None Uses no Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers. (Default): Uses a set of (two) Dolby Atmos Enabled 2ch: speakers. Uses two sets of (four) Dolby Atmos 4ch: Enabled speakers.
  • Page 219 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n Layout Set the speaker layout when installing 1 set (2-channels) of Height, Ceiling or Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers. The layouts that can be selected differ depending on the combinations of “Assign Mode” and “Floor” - “Layout” in the menu. (“Assign Mode”...
  • Page 220 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n Front Layout / Middle Layout / Rear Layout Set the speaker layout when installing 2 sets (4-channels) or more of Height, Ceiling or Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers. The layouts that can be selected differ depending on the combinations of “Assign Mode” and “Floor” - “Layout” in the menu. (“Assign Mode”...
  • Page 221 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Settings AUDIO OUT connectors Height Middle HEIGHT 4/ Dolby Sp NOTE Front Layout Rear Layout HEIGHT 1 HEIGHT 2 HEIGHT 3 Layout FRONT WIDE Surround Surround Front Dolby Front Dolby Dolby Dolby None Front Dolby Front Dolby Back Dolby Back Dolbyz1...
  • Page 222 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Settings AUDIO OUT connectors Height Middle HEIGHT 4/ Dolby Sp NOTE Front Layout Rear Layout HEIGHT 1 HEIGHT 2 HEIGHT 3 Layout FRONT WIDE Surround Surround Front Height Rear Height Front Height Rear Height Dolby Dolby Surround...
  • Page 223 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Settings AUDIO OUT connectors Height Middle HEIGHT 4/ Dolby Sp NOTE Front Layout Rear Layout HEIGHT 1 HEIGHT 2 HEIGHT 3 Layout FRONT WIDE L: Top Front Height & Top Middle & Surround None Rear Height Front Height Rear Height...

  • Page 224: Speaker Config

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Center Speaker Config. Set the presence and size of the center speaker. Select whether or not speakers are present, playback capacity for low Use a large speaker that can adequately bass frequencies and speaker size. Large: play back very low bass frequencies.
  • Page 225 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Surround o Surr. Back Set the presence and size of the surround speakers. Set the presence, size and number of surround back speakers. Use a large speaker that can adequately Use a large speaker that can adequately Large: Large: play back very low bass frequencies.
  • Page 226 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Front Wide o Front Dolby Set the presence and size of the front wide speakers. Set the presence and size of the front Dolby speakers. Use a large speaker that can adequately Use a large speaker that can adequately Large: Large: play back very low bass frequencies.
  • Page 227 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Top Middle o Top Rear Set the presence and size of the top middle speakers. Set the presence and size of the top rear speakers. Use a large speaker that can adequately Use a large speaker that can adequately Large: Large: play back very low bass frequencies.
  • Page 228 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Rear Height o Back Dolby Set the presence and size of the rear height speakers. Set the presence and size of the back Dolby speakers. Use a large speaker that can adequately Use a large speaker that can adequately Large: Large: play back very low bass frequencies.
  • Page 229 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Center Height o Top Surround Set the presence and size of the center height speaker. Set the presence and size of the top surround speaker. Use a large speaker that can adequately Use a large speaker that can adequately Large: Large: play back very low bass frequencies.

  • Page 230: Distances

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Set the distance Distances 0.00 m – 18.00 m / 0.0 ft – 60.0 ft 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 “Amp Assign”...

  • Page 231: Levels

    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. 0.90 m - 3.30 m / 3.0 ft - 11.0 ft (Default : 1.80 m / 6.0 ft) o Test Tone Start A test tone is output from the selected speaker.

  • Page 232: Crossovers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Set the crossover frequency Crossovers 40 Hz / 60 Hz / 80 Hz / 90 Hz / 100 Hz / 110 Hz / 120 Hz / 150 Hz / Set in accordance with the lower limit frequency of the base frequencies 200 Hz / 250 Hz (Default: 80 Hz) that can be played back through each speaker.

  • Page 233: Bass

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o LPF for LFE Bass Set LFE signal playback range. Set this when you want to change the Set subwoofer and LFE signal range playback. playback frequency (low pass filter point) of the subwoofer. o Subwoofer Mode 80 Hz / 90 Hz / 100 Hz / 110 Hz / 120 Hz / 150 Hz / 200 Hz / 250 Hz (Default: 120 Hz)

  • Page 234: Front Speaker

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Front Speaker 2ch Playback Set the front speaker A/B to use for every sound mode. Select the method for setting the speakers used in the 2-channel direct and stereo playback modes. Front speaker A is used. (Default): o Setting Front speaker B is used.
  • Page 235 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Subwoofer o SW Mode Set the presence of a subwoofer. Select low range signals to be reproduced by subwoofer. When “2ch Playback” - “Front” is set to Use a subwoofer. (Default): “Large”, only LFE signals are output from the subwoofer.
  • Page 236 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Crossover o Level FL / Level FR Set the maximum frequency of the bass signal output from each Adjust the level of each channel. channel to the subwoofer. -12.0 dB – +12.0 dB (Default: 0.0 dB) 40 Hz / 60 Hz / 80 Hz / 90 Hz / 100 Hz / 110 Hz / 120 Hz / 150 Hz / 200 Hz / 250 Hz (Default: 80 Hz) 0 This can be set when “2ch Playback”...

  • Page 237: Network

    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 238: Wi-Fi Setup

    2. Check that your iOS device is connected to the wireless LAN (Wi- o Scan Networks Fi) router and select “Denon AVC-X8500H” 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 239 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 240: Settings

    DHCP function is set to “On” in the 2. Connect the wireless LAN of the PC or tablet used to “Denon AVC-X8500H” default settings of this unit.

  • Page 241: Subnet Mask

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o DHCP o Default Gateway Selects how to connect to the network. When connected to a gateway (router), input its IP address. Configure the network settings o DNS (Default): automatically from your router. Enter the DNS address indicated in the documentation supplied by Off: Configure the network settings manually.

  • Page 242: Network Control

    Home Theater /Living Room / Family Room / Guest Room / Kitchen / Dining Room / Master Bedroom / Bedroom / Den / 0 When using the Denon 2016 AVR Remote App or HEOS App, use with the Office / Other “Network Control”...

  • Page 243: Diagnostics

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Internet Access Diagnostics Checks whether this unit has access to the Internet (WAN). Used to check the network connection. o Physical Connection Failed to connect to the Internet. Check Error: the Internet connection environment or Checks the physical LAN port connection.

  • Page 244: Heos Account

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix HEOS Account Make HEOS Account-related settings. 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 o I have a HEOS Account o Signed in As If you already have a HEOS Account, enter the current account name...

  • Page 245: General

    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 settings of the ECO Mode and auto standby mode. English / Deutsch / Français / Italiano / Español / Nederlands / o ECO Mode Svenska / Pусский...
  • Page 246 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 247: Auto Standby

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Auto Standby n ZONE2 / ZONE3 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/ZONE3 the standby 8 hours:...

  • Page 248: Zone2 Setup / Zone3 Setup

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Lch Level ZONE2 Setup / ZONE3 Setup Adjust the left channel output level. Makes settings for audio playback with ZONE2 and ZONE3. -12 dB – +12 dB (Default : 0 dB) o Rch Level 0 Values set for “Volume Limit”...

  • Page 249: Volume Limit

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o HDMI Audio (ZONE2 only) o Volume Limit Selects the audio signal format for playing an HDMI source in ZONE2. Make a setting for maximum volume. Through The HDMI audio signal is passed through 60 (-20 dB) / 70 (-10 dB) / 80 (0 dB) (Default): this unit to the device in ZONE2.

  • Page 250: Zone Rename

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Mute Level Zone Rename Set the amount of attenuation when muting is on. Change the display title of each zone to one you prefer. Full The sound is muted entirely. MAIN ZONE / ZONE2 / ZONE3 (Default): The default setting is restored for the edited -40 dB :...

  • Page 251: Trigger Out 1 / Trigger Out 2

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Trigger Out 1 / Trigger Out 2 Front Display Select the conditions for activating trigger out. Makes settings related to the display on this unit. For details about how to connect the TRIGGER OUT jacks, see o Dimmer “TRIGGER OUT jacks”...

  • Page 252: Firmware

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Channel Indicators Firmware Sets whether to use the input signal display or output signal display for Checks for the latest firmware information about updates and upgrades, the channel indication on the display. updates the firmware, and sets up the notification message display for Uses the input signal display for the upgrades.
  • Page 253 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Auto-Update o Allow Update Turns on Automatic Updates so that futures updates are automatically Enable or disable updates and upgrades for this unit. downloaded and installed when this unit is in standby mode. Enables this unit to receive updates and (Default): upgrades.
  • Page 254 If the error continues, check the network environment. 0 Information regarding the “Update” function and “Add New Feature” will be announced on the Denon website each time related plans are defined. See the Denon website for details about upgrades.

  • Page 255: Information

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Video Information Show the HDMI input/output signals and HDMI monitor information for Show information about this unit settings, input signals, etc. MAIN ZONE. o Audio HDMI Signal Info. Resolution / Color Space / Pixel Depth Show the audio information for MAIN ZONE.

  • Page 256: Remote Id

    Remote ID Displays and sets notifications. Set when you operate another Denon AV amplifier with the remote control Also, sets whether or not to display the notification when the power is unit of this unit. Match the remote control unit you are using with the turned on.

  • Page 257: Usage Data

    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 258: Setup Lock

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setup Lock Protect settings from inadvertent changes. o Lock Turn protection on. Turn protection off. (Default): 0 When cancelling the setting, set “Lock” to “Off”. NOTE 0 When “Lock” is set to “On”, no setting items are displayed except for “Setup Lock”.

  • Page 259: Operating External Devices With The Remote Control Unit

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Operating external devices with the remote control unit When preset codes are registered in the included remote control unit, it can then be used to operate any devices you have, such as DVD players or TVs made by different manufacturers.

  • Page 260: Registering Preset Codes

    Registering Denon players Press and hold down CD and OPTION until “OK” indicator on the remote control display is flashing, then Use the following simple method to register the preset codes of Denon release. Blu-ray Disc players, DVD players and CD players.
  • Page 261 “OK” indicator on the remote control display is the device you want to register beforehand in the “Remote Control flashing, then release. Preset Codes” file. http://manuals.denon.com/AVCX8500H/preset/ Devices to be registered at the AVCX8500HPresetCodes.pdf same time Press and hold down...
  • Page 262 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Press and hold RC SETUP for more than 3 seconds. 0 Some manufacturers use more than one type of preset code. Preset codes to “SETUP” and p indicator flashes twice on the remote control unit. change the number and verify correct operation.

  • Page 263: Operating Devices

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n CBL/SAT group Operating devices (Set top box for satellite (SAT)/cable TV (CBL)/ To operate an external device, press the input source button registered Media player/IP TV) operation with the preset code, followed by one of the buttons in the following tables. Operation buttons Function DEVICE X...
  • Page 264 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n TV group n VCR/PVR group (TV) operation (Video cassette recorder (VCR)/personal video recorder (PVR)) operation Operation buttons Function Operation buttons Function TV power on/off TV X DEVICE X Power on/off TV INPUT Switch TV input DEVICE MENU Menu TV MENU...
  • Page 265 Select title, chapter or channel 0 – 9, +10 selection 0 Depending on the device, the DEVICE X button only performs the power-on operation. (Depending on the device, some Denon models can only be operated with the power turned on.) Front panel...

  • Page 266: Operating Learning Function

    Remote codes for different devices can be When “READY” appears on the remote control unit, remembered for use by the Denon remote control included with this place the remote control unit of the AV equipment face device.
  • Page 267 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix To store another button, repeat steps 4 and 5. 0 There are some remote control units that cannot be programmed, or even if they When you have finished storing the remote control can be programmed, they may not operate correctly. If this happens, use the remote control unit supplied with the AV equipment to operate it.
  • Page 268 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Erasing stored remote control codes n Erasing the code by each equipment input source n Erasing the code by each button Press and hold RC SETUP for more than 3 seconds. “SETUP” and p indicator flashes twice on the remote control unit. Press and hold RC SETUP for more than 3 seconds.

  • Page 269: Operating Macro Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Recording automatic macro operations Operating macro function You can automatically set the macro for your scene. When the macro function is used, operations that usually require a 1. Watch movies (MOVIE) complicated series of multiple button operations can be performed 2.
  • Page 270 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Remote control Press and hold RC SETUP for more than 3 seconds. Auto MACRO unit display “SETUP” and p indicator flashes twice on the remote control unit. MOVIE Automatically turns on the devices and starts playback when you watch movies.
  • Page 271 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Recording custom macro operations Press the buttons to be stored one by one. The step number for the storing procedure and mode are alternately Press and hold RC SETUP for more than 3 seconds. displayed on the remote control unit.
  • Page 272 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Adjusting the interval time of macro Press RC SETUP. operations transmitting Use ui to set the macro operation transmission The macro operation transmission interval can be adjusted. interval and press ENTER. The default setting is “0.50”. “OK”...

  • Page 273: Specifying The Zone Used With The Remote Control Unit

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Using the macro function Specifying the zone used with the remote control unit Press the MACRO A – D button you used to store the macro function. When the ZONE SELECT button is pressed, only the set zone can be o Resetting the macro function operated with the remote control unit.

  • Page 274: Setting The Remote Id

    Setting the display time length of the remote control unit display When using multiple Denon AV receivers in the same room, make this setting so that only the desired AV receiver operates. Use the following procedure to set the length of time for which to display The default setting is “ID-1”.

  • Page 275: Setting The Back Light

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setting the back light Restoring all settings of the remote control unit to default You can set the back light on the remote control unit to off to prolong the life of the dry cell batteries. All the settings are restored to their defaults.
  • Page 276 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 277: Tips

    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 278 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. 203) I want to combine a desired video with the current music Set “Video Select”...

  • Page 279: Front Panel Display Rear Panel

    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 280: Power Does Not Turn On / Power Is Turned Off

    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. 98) Power automatically turns off. The sleep timer is set.

  • Page 281: Operations Cannot Be Performed Through The Remote Control Unit

    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 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 282: No Sound Comes Out

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix No sound comes out No sound comes out of speakers. Check the connections for all devices. (v p. 42) Insert connection cables all the way in. Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected. Check cables for damage.

  • Page 283: Desired Sound Does Not Come Out

    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. 178) Appropriate volume correction processing is performed according to the input audio format and settings, so the volume may not reach the upper limit. No sound comes out with the HDMI connection.
  • Page 284 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, Dolby Digital Plus audio is not output. Make HDMI connections. (v p. 87) Check the digital audio output setting on the connected device. On some devices, “PCM” is set by default. DTS Neural:X mode cannot be selected.

  • Page 285: Sound Is Interrupted Or Noise Occurs

    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 286 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix No video is shown on the TV No picture appears. Check the connections for all devices. (v p. 83) Insert connection cables all the way in. Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected. Check cables for damage.
  • Page 287 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix No video from an input source such as a game console is shown on the TV. When special video signals are input from a game console, etc., the Video Conversion function may not function. Connect the input connector to the monitor output connector of the same type.

  • Page 288: The Menu Screen Is Not Displayed On The Tv

    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 menu screen is only displayed on this unit and a TV connected with an HDMI cable. If this unit is connected to a TV using a different video output connector, operate while watching the display on this unit.

  • Page 289: Airplay Cannot Be Played Back

    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. 94) The firmware on iTunes / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad is not compatible with AirPlay.

  • Page 290: Usb Memory Devices Cannot Be Played Back

    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. 93) 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 FAT16 or FAT32.

  • Page 291: Bluetooth Cannot Be Played Back

    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 292: The Internet Radio Cannot Be Played Back

    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. 94) Perform the network diagnostic mode.

  • Page 293: Music Files On Pc Or Nas Cannot Be Played Back

    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. 307) 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 294: Various Online Services Cannot Be Played

    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. 188) You cannot operate devices that are not compatible with the HDMI Control function.

  • Page 295: Cannot Connect To A Wireless Lan Network

    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 296: When Using Hdmi Zone2, The Devices Does Not Function Properly

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix When using HDMI ZONE2, the devices does not function properly When using MAIN ZONE, video output is interrupted in HDMI ZONE2. With the same input source selected for MAIN ZONE and ZONE2, when you operate MAIN ZONE, video may be interrupted in HDMI ZONE2. When using HDMI ZONE2, no video or audio is output from the TV in ZONE2.

  • Page 297: Update/Upgrade Error Messages

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Update/upgrade error messages If an update/upgrade 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 298: Resetting Factory Settings

    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. 279) If the operations are not improved by restarting the unit, follow the steps below.

  • Page 299: Resetting Network Settings

    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. 279) If the operations are not improved by restarting the unit, follow the steps below.

  • Page 300: About Hdmi

    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 301 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 302 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Supported audio formats Copyright protection system In order to play back digital video and audio such as BD video or DVD 2-channel Linear 2-channel, 32 kHz – 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit video via HDMI connection, both this unit and the TV or player must to support the copyright protection system known as HDCP (High- Multi-channel 7.1-channel, 32 kHz –...

  • Page 303: Video Conversion Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Video conversion function This unit automatically converts the input video signals as shown in the diagram before outputting them to the TV. This unit HDMI-compatible TV Video device Output Input (IN) (MONITOR OUT) Output HDMI signal HDMI signal HDMI connector...
  • Page 304 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix This unit can convert the input video signals to the resolution that is set for “Resolution” in the menu before outputting them to the TV. (v p. 193) HDMI Output signal Input signal 480i/576i 480p/576p 720p 1080i...

  • Page 305: Playing Back A Usb Memory Devices

    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 306: Playing Back A Bluetooth Device

    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 307: Playing Back A File Saved On A Pc Or Nas

    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 308: Playing Back Internet Radio

    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 ® XT32, Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume, Restorer and audio delay, etc.) are saved for each input source.

  • Page 309: Sound Modes And Channel Output

    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 Config.”. (v p. 224) Channel output Surround Back...
  • Page 310 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Channel output Surround Back Front Surround Front Surround Dolby Dolby Front Rear Dolby Sound mode Front Surround Center Back Height Atmos Center Wide Front Rear Height Atmos Atmos Subwoofer Middle Height Height Surround Enabled Enabled Enabled Dz12...

  • Page 311: Sound Modes And Surround Parameters

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sound modes and surround parameters Surround Parameter Loudness Dynamic Speaker Sound mode Frequency Dialog Control Management Compression Delay Time Room Size Select Center Spread DTS Neural:X Cinema EQ Effect Level Effects Direct/Pure Direct (2-channel) Direct/Pure Direct (Multi-channel) DSD Direct (2-channel) DSD Direct (Multi-channel)
  • Page 312 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Audyssey Surround Parameter Subwoofer Dialog Tone MultEQ® Dynamic Audyssey Restorer Bass Sync Sound mode Level Adjust Auro-Matic Auro-Matic Dynamic EQ Enhancer XT32 Volume LFC™ Subwoofer 3D Preset 3D Strength z11z12 z9z10 z11z12 z11z12 Sz15 Sz15 Direct/Pure Direct (2-channel) Direct/Pure Direct (Multi-channel)
  • Page 313 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 or DTS signal is played.

  • Page 314: Types Of Input Signals, And Corresponding Sound Modes

    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 (Super Dolby Dolby DTS ES DTS ES...
  • Page 315 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 2-channel signal Multi-channel signal Dolby Dolby Dolby Sound mode NOTE Analog / (Super Dolby Dolby DTS ES DTS ES (Super Digital Digital multi-cha Digital DTS:X DTS-HD Auro-3D (-HD) Audio Atmos TrueHD Express Dscrt6.1 Mtrx6.1 Audio nnel (+/HD)
  • Page 316 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix z1 This item can be selected when using any of the Surround Back, Front Height, Top Front, Top Middle, Top Rear, Rear Height, Front Dolby, Surround Dolby or Back Dolby speaker. z2 The default sound mode for the AirPlay playback is “Direct”. z3 This can be selected when the Dolby Atmos signal contains the Dolby TrueHD signal.

  • Page 317: Explanation Of Terms

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Explanation of terms o Audyssey Audyssey LFC™ (Low Frequency Containment) Audyssey LFC™ solves the problem of low frequency sounds disturbing Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® people in neighboring rooms or apartments. Audyssey LFC™ dynamically Audyssey Dynamic EQ ®...
  • Page 318 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Auro-3D o Dolby Dolby Atmos Auro-3D ® Introduced first in the cinema, Dolby Atmos brings a revolutionary sense of The Auro-3D technology suite is a groundbreaking new audio technology ® dimension and immersion to the Home Theater experience. Dolby Atmos that combines height-based listening formats with powerful creative tools is an adaptable and scalable object based format that reproduces audio to deliver an unrivaled three-dimensional sound experience.
  • Page 319 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Dolby Digital Dolby Speaker Technology (Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers) Dolby Digital is a multi-channel digital signal format developed by Dolby A convenient alternative to speakers built into the ceiling, Dolby Atmos Laboratories. Enabled speakers employ the ceiling above you as a reflective surface for reproducing audio in the height plane above the listener.
  • Page 320 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 321 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 322 Lossless means that the audio is compressed without any loss AL32 Processing for All Channels in quality. Denon has further developed its proprietary AL32 Processing, an analog The FLAC license is as shown below. waveform reproduction technology, to support the 192 kHz sampling Copyright (C) 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, frequency.
  • Page 323 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group), MPEG-2, MPEG-4 CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED These are the names for digital compression format standards used for WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED the encoding of video and audio.
  • Page 324 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Video Speaker impedance This is an AC resistance value, indicated in Ω (ohms). Greater power can be obtained when this value is smaller. ISF (Imaging Science Foundation) is an organization that certifies video technicians who are then qualified to carry out calibration and adjustment Dialogue normalization function to match the installation conditions.
  • Page 325 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Network WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (Pre-shared Key) This is a simple authentication system for mutual authentication when a AirPlay preset character string matches on the wireless LAN access point and AirPlay sends (plays) contents recorded in iTunes or on an iPhone/iPod client.
  • Page 326 Tips Appendix o Others Denon Link HD Denon Link HD uses the clock of the AV amplifier connected by Denon Link HD to achieve HDMI signal transfer with low jitter. HDCP When transmitting digital signals between devices, this copyright protection technology encrypts the signals to prevent content from being copied without authorization.

  • Page 327: Trademark Information

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Trademark information Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories™. U.S. and “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and “Made for iPad” mean that an foreign patents pending. Audyssey MultEQ ® XT32, Audyssey Dynamic electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, ®...
  • Page 328 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix The Bluetooth ® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by D&M Holdings Inc. from DTS, Inc. DTS, the Symbol, DTS and the Symbol together, DTS:X, is under license.
  • Page 329 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. Wi-Fi Certification provides assurance that the device has passed the interoperability test conducted by the Wi-Fi Alliance, a group that certifies interoperability among wireless LAN devices. Front panel Display Rear panel...

  • Page 330: Specifications

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Specifications o Audio section Power amplifier Rated output: Front: 150 W + 150 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.) 190 W + 190 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Center: 150 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz –...
  • Page 331 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Analog Input sensitivity: 200 mV Frequency response: 10 Hz – 100 kHz — +1, –3 dB (Direct mode) S/N: 102 dB (IHF–A weighted, Direct mode) Distortion: 0.005 % (20 Hz – 20 kHz) (Direct mode) Rated output: 1.2 V Digital...
  • Page 332 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Video section Standard video connectors Input/output level and impedance: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms Frequency response: 5 Hz – 10 MHz — 0, –3 dB Color component video connector Input/output level and impedance: Y signal — 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms signal —...
  • Page 333 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Bluetooth section Communications system: Bluetooth Specification Version 3.0 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) Transmission power: Bluetooth Specification Power Class 1 Maximum communication range: Approx. 30 m in line of sight Used frequency range: 2.4 GHz Modulation scheme: FHSS (Frequency-Hopping Spread Spectrum)
  • Page 334 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o General Power supply: AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 900 W Power consumption in standby modes: Setting items in the menu HDMI Pass Through Standby modes Power consumption Network Control Allow Update (v p.
  • Page 335 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Dimensions (Unit : mm) Weight: 23.3 kg Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...

  • Page 336: Index

    Cable TV ............87 General settings ........168, 245 3D ..............300 4K ..............300 5.1-channel ..........39, 48 Denon Link HD ..........326 HDCP ............302 7.1-channel ..........38, 49 Direct sound mode ........145 HDMI Control ........150, 188 9.1-channel ............
  • Page 337 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Input Assign ..........198 NAS ............. 113 Rear panel ............24 Input settings ........166, 198 Network settings .......... 237 Remote control unit ........28 Input signal ........... 314 Resetting factory settings ......298 Input source ..........
  • Page 338 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips .............. 277 Wi-Fi settings ..........238 Troubleshooting ........... 279 Wired LAN ..........94, 237 TV ............83, 84, 85 Wireless LAN ......... 95, 238 USB memory device ......93, 102 ZONE2/ZONE3 ........77, 158 Video camcorder ..........

  • Page 339: License

    GPL/LGPL software that is used in the product. ntfs-3g_ntfsprogs 2011.4.12 Denon provides the source code based on the GPL and LPGL ntpclient 2007 licenses at the actual cost upon your request to our customer service u-boot 2015.01...
  • Page 340 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n LGPL n e2fsprogs-libs-1.40.8/lib/uuid Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without Open Source Used Version modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are ffmpeg 0.8.3 met: glibc 1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright libmms 0.6.2 notice, and the entire permission notice in its entirety, including the...
  • Page 341 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n expat-2.0.1 n getopt Copyright (c) 1998, 1999, 2000 Thai Open Source Software Center Ltd http://cvsweb.netbsd.org/bsdweb.cgi/src/lib/libc/stdlib/ and Clark Cooper Copyright (c) 1987, 1993, 1994 The Regents of the University of Copyright (c) 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 Expat maintainers. California.
  • Page 342 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n jQuery n libpcap-1.4.0 Copyright 2014 jQuery Foundation and other contributors License: BSD http://jquery.com/ Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a met: copy of this software and associated documentation files (the...
  • Page 343 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n libtar-1.2.11 n mDNS 320.10.80 Copyright (c) 1998-2003 University of Illinois Board of Trustees The majority of the source code in the mDNSResponder project is licensed under the terms of the Apache License, Version 2.0, available from: Copyright (c) 1998-2003 Mark D.
  • Page 344 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n mongoose n openssl-1.0.0d https://github.com/cesanta/mongoose/ Copyright (c) 1998-2011 The OpenSSL Project. All rights reserved. Copyright (c) 2004-2013 Sergey Lyubka Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are copy of this software and associated documentation files (the met:...
  • Page 345 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n portmap-6.0 THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE OpenSSL PROJECT “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, Copyright (c) 1990 The Regents of the University of California. INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES All rights reserved.
  • Page 346 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n pstdint.h-0.1.12 n rl78flash 2000.3.1 BSD License: License Copyright (c) 2005-2011 Paul Hsieh ======= All rights reserved. The MIT License (MIT) Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without Copyright (c) 2012 Maxim Salov modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a are met:...
  • Page 347 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n sqlite 2003.5.7 n strlcpy.c , v1.11 SQLite Copyright Copyright (c) 1998 Todd C. Miller <Todd.Miller@courtesan.com> SQLite is in the Permission to use, copy, modify, and distribute this software for any Public Domain purpose with or without fee is hereby granted, provided that the above copyright notice and this permission notice appear in all All of the code and documentation in SQLite has been dedicated to the copies.
  • Page 348 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n tinyxml 2002.4.3 n Tremor www.sourceforge.net/projects/tinyxml http://wiki.xiph.org/index.php/Tremor This software is provided 'as-is', without any express or implied Copyright (c) 2002, Xiph.org Foundation warranty. In no event will the authors be held liable for any damages Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without arising from the use of this software.
  • Page 349 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n zlib http://www.zlib.net/ zlib.h -- interface of the ‘zlib’ general purpose compression library version 1.2.3, July 18th, 2005 Copyright (C) 1995-2004 Jean-loup Gailly and Mark Adler This software is provided ‘as-is’, without any express or implied warranty.
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