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raphical ser nterface Use this manual in combination with the operating guide displayed on the GUI screen. GUI Menu Operation (vpage 24) GUI Menu Map (vpage 25) Language (vpage 44) Remote Control Unit Operations (vpage 77) AV SURROUND PRE-AMPLIFIER AVP-A1HDCI Owner’s Manual...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read 13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they before the product is operated. are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against CAUTION Retain Instructions –...
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This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. and dust. Modification not expressly approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. • Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau et la poussière.
EXT. IN Setup··········································································33 Connections to Other Devices ·····················································18 A1 Assign ···············································································48, 49 s 2ch Direct/Stereo ····································································33 Components Equipped with a DENON LINK connector ··············18 A2 Playback Mode········································································49 d Downmix Option ·····································································34 Video Camera / Game Console ····················································18 A3 Still Picture ··············································································49 f Auto Surround Mode ······························································34...
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Preparations ··················································································58 Main Remote Control Unit ··························································77 Surround Playback of 2-channel Sources ·····································50 Turning the Power On ··································································58 Operating DENON Audio Components ········································77 Playing Multi-channel Sources (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) ·············50 Operations During Playback ·························································58 Presetting ·····················································································77 Standard Playback ········································································50 Playing Video and Audio Equipment ··········································58...
• Power is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper • By setting the preset memory (vpage 77 ~ 79) set to the standby mode. When traveling or leaving home for long operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the...
NOTE Part Names and Functions • Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). even when the remote control unit is operated close to the unit. •...
NIGHT button ············································· (55) AUDIO DELAY button ································ (56) here. D.LINK indicator This lights when playing using DENON LINK MENU button ·············································· (24) Cursor buttons (uio p) ·························· (24) Output signal channel indicators connections.
Remote Control Unit n Main remote control unit (RC-1067) n Sub remote control unit (RC-1070) Signal transmission indicator ··················· (77) ZONE indicators ········································· (85) Mode select buttons ·································· (77) Advanced setup button ····························· (85) Quick select / System call buttons ····· (75, 81) Input source select buttons ·······················...
75 Ω/ohms pin-plug video cable Stereo pin-plug cable Audio and video cables Analog connections (monaural, for subwoofer) HDMI connections (Black) Pin-plug cable 19-pin HDMI cable DENON LINK connections Signal direction DENON LINK cable Audio signal: Video signal: Network connections (wired LAN) Output Input...
GFlow of video signals for ZONE3H Video Conversion Function ZONE3 • This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVP-A1HDCI into the High picture format used to output the video signals from the AVP-A1HDCI to a monitor. ZONE3 quality playback monitor...
Connecting to the Power Amp Speaker Layout The illustration below shows a basic example of installation of the amplifier combined with 8 speakers and • Connect the AVP-A1HDCI pre-out terminal to the power amp (sold separately). a monitor. • AVP-A1HDCI has a RCA pre-out terminal and XLR pre-out terminal. Connect accordingly with the power amp you want to use.
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Connections n Connecting the XLR pre-out terminal (Example : 9.3-channels) When using Subwoofer 2 or 3, set GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Speaker Setup” – “Subwoofer Subwoofer 3 Subwoofer 2 Subwoofer 1 Setup” (vpage 29). b L : Left Subwoofer with R : Right n Connecting the RCA pre-out terminal (Example : 9.3-channels) built-in amplifier...
Operations Connecting Equipment with HDMI Compatible audio Discs Details format (examples) Connect AVP-A1HDCI and POA-A1HDCI with the connectors control link cable. 2ch 32-192 kHz CD, DVD-Video, 2-channel linear PCM With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred 16/20/24 bits DVD-Audio b The control link cable is included with the POA-A1HDCI.
NOTE Connecting the Monitor Connecting the Playback Components • Use a CPPM-compatible DVD player to play DVD-Audio discs that • Connect the cables to be used (vpage 9 “Video Conversion Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and are copyright-protected by CPPM.
CD Player iPod ® Connect the cables to be used. Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) to Turntable (MM cartridge) connect the iPod to the AVP-A1HDCI. For instructions on the Control CD player Dock for iPod settings, refer to the Control Dock for iPod’s operating instructions.
TV/CABLE Tuner Satellite Receiver Connect the cables to be used. Connect the cables to be used. TV tuner DBS / BS tuner • When using a coaxial digital cable or a BNC cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at •...
Connecting the Recording Components Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect correctly. Digital Video Recorder Connect the cables to be used. • Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio Digital video recorder signals.
Video Cassette Recorder CD Recorder / MD Recorder / Tape Deck Connect the cables to be used. Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals, or digital connections if you wish to record digital audio signals, depending on the types of connectors on the components being used. Video cassette recorder CD recorder / MD recorder / Tape deck...
(vpage 13). • To play copyright-protected discs, connect the AVP-A1HDCI’s EXT. To use with DENON LINK connections, make the settings at GUI menu IN connector with the DVD player’s analog multi-channel output “Source Select” – “(input source)” – “Assign” – “Digital” – “DENON connector.
USB Port XM Connector ® ® • The AVP-A1HDCI is an XM Ready receiver. You can receive XM n Front panel n Rear panel Satellite Radio by connecting to the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock (includes home antenna, each sold separately) and subscribing to the USB memory device USB memory device XM service.
HD Radio™ broadcast Antenna terminals HD Radio broadcast is a service that is only available within the United States. An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly. Direction of broadcasting station AM/FM AM loop antenna (large, for HD Radio broadcasting, supplied) Direction of broadcasting station FM antenna •...
Required system Network Audio n Broadband Internet connection For connections to the Internet, contact an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or a computer shop. A broadband line connection to the Internet is required in order to [Wired LAN] use the AVP-A1HDCI’s Internet radio function and firmware update. NOTE n Modem Computer...
NOTE Multi Zone • For the audio output, use high quality pin-plug cords so that no induction humming or noise is produced. • For instructions on installing and operating separately sold devices, refer to the respective devices’ ZONE2 or ZONE3 Pre-out Connections operating instructions.
Connecting the Power Cord External Controller Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord. To household power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Power cord (included) RS-232C connector This connector is used for an external controller. b If you use an external controller to operate the unit via the RS-232C terminal, you must Connection to the AC outlets...
Examples of GUI Screen Displays Cursor Position Display Some typical examples are described below. n Icon GUI Menu Operations Switch the selected item Example: Browse Menu (Top Menu) With the AVP-A1HDCI, settings and operations for most functions can be performed by operating while looking at the GUI menus displayed Switch to the next item on the monitor screen.
GUI Menu Map Source Select (vpage 45 ~ 49) n TUNER (FM/AM) n PHONO n CD, DVD, HDP, TV/CBL, SAT, VCR, DVR-1, n NET/USB n XM n HD Radio Information • Play • Video DVR-2, V.AUX • Play • Play •...
Preparations Auto Setup Optimize settings for speakers in use. Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to SETUP MIC jack on the main unit. Auto Setup The “Auto Setup” screen appears automatically. F Menu tree F Auto Setup ® • Audyssey MultEQ XT automatically measures the acoustical a Auto Setup Sound...
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Start Pre-out Assign STEP2: Measurement Change the pre-out assignment. Start Auto Setup. After completing a measurement position, move the microphone to The Audyssey MultEQ XT Auto Setup process automatically calculates [Selectable items] Normal Free Assign the next position. the size, level, distance, bass management crossover frequency, and optimal settings for each speaker and subwoofer.
Error Messages s Option If the auto setup procedure could not be completed due to speaker installation, the measuring environment, etc., an error message is Select settings for room EQ, mic, etc. displayed. If this happens, check the relevant items, be sure to take the necessary measures, then perform the auto setup procedure over again.
Subwoofer s Subwoofer Setup Select subwoofer use. Select subwoofer output configuration and bass signal for playback. [Selectable items] Manual Setup Surround A Configuration Make detailed settings for various parameters Select surround speakers A use and size. Select number of subwoofers and configuration. [Selectable items] [Selectable items] Large Small...
d Distance f Channel Level • The level of each channel should be adjusted to 75 dB (Cweighted, Set distance from listening position to speakers. Adjust channel levels to obtain equal volume from all speakers. slow meter mode) on a sound level meter at the listening position. If Before making the settings, measure the distance from the a sound level meter is not available adjust the channels by ear so the listening position to the different speakers.
BGC (Boundary Gain Compensation) THX/DOLBY Game If bass sound feels big compensate by lowering volume. • Please set all THX Certified speakers, set the “Speaker Configuration” [Selectable items] for all speakers to “Small”. We recommend using with the crossover [Selectable items] frequency set to “FIXED–THX–”, but depending on the speaker, WIDE SCREEN setting it to a different frequency may improve frequency response...
f Audio h HDMI Control HDMI Setup Make settings for HDMI video/audio output. Select HDMI audio output device. Make settings for HDMI control function. Control [Selectable items] Amp F Menu tree F Set HDMI control function to ON/OFF. Manual Setup HDMI Setup [Selectable items] GUI menu “HDMI Control”- “Control”...
Surround Speaker s 2ch Direct/Stereo Audio Setup Select the surround speakers to use. Make settings for audio playback. Make speaker settings for 2-channel mode playback. [Selectable items] Setting F Menu tree F Manual Setup To change the settings, select “Custom”. •...
d Downmix Option g Manual EQ Set dynamic range for downmix playback of Dolby Digital sources. Adjust tonal quality for each speaker using graphic equalizer. [Selectable items] Adjust CH Select speaker adjustment method. • Set this to “ON” if the sound from the front speakers seems [Selectable items] Each distorted.
• DNS (Domain Name System) : This is a system for converting the domain names used when browsing Internet sites (for example, “www.denon.jp”) into the IP addresses actually used for communications (for example, r Select “Exit”.
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Select when searching access points again. w Select the access point. Example) DENON e If there is an encryption setting for the access point you selected in step w, enter same encryption key as used for the access AVP-A1HDCI performs automatic network setup due to the DHCP point.
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Set the IP address. n Manual settings r Use the ui button to select the Security and press the i button. [Selectable items] For details, see page 35 “Wired LAN settings” in step 3. None : Select if not encrypted. q Select “Detail”. Can also be used even without encryption, through we If you are using a router with no DHCP function to automatically assign recommend encryption for improved security.
n Proxy settings Rhapsody Account y Use the uio p button to input the proxy server port number and ENTER press the button. Make this setting when connecting to the Internet via a proxy server. Set or change Username and Password. ENTER u Use the i button to select “Exit”...
Lch Level Power On Level Zone Setup Adjust the left channel output level. Define the volume setting that is active when the power is turned Make settings for audio playback in a multi-zone system. [Variable range] –12dB ~ ~ +12dB [Selectable items] Last –...
Pre-out Assign Option Setup Change the pre-out assignment. Make various other settings. Setting “Free Assign” allows you to freely assign each pre-out to any channel, depending on the environment used. F Menu tree F Normal Free Assign [Selectable items] Manual Setup Option Setup Preout terminal a Pre-out Assign...
POA 1/POA 2 Mute Level s XLR Out Polarity Set POA-A1HDCI for which the MODE select switch is set to “1” or This sets the amount of attenuation of the volume when the mute Set to switch the XLR pre-out terminal polarity. “2”.
Setting with Respect to the Monitor Operating from the main unit k Trigger Out 1 When the HDMI monitor set to on is selected, the trigger out turns b The GUI menu is not displayed when performing this setting. Select the conditions to turn on the trigger out 1 with respect to AUDIO DELAY RETURN the zone, input source, surround mode, HDMI monitor, etc.
Operating from the main unit NOTE The ZONE4 operations cannot be performed when set to “Rec Press the DIMMER button. Select”. Only use this function if so instructed by a DENON serviceperson or installer. Bright Dark A4 Remote ID A9 Firmware Update Set remote control ID.
⋅ Information regarding the “Firmware Update” function and “Add you cannot upgrade. b The GUI menu is not displayed when performing this setting. New Feature” will be announced on the DENON web site each To use the upgrade function, you should purchase an upgrade package AUDIO DELAY...
Operating from the main unit or main remote Settings Related to Playing control unit Input Sources GOperation on the main unitH Source Select SOURCE SELECT Turn the knob. F Menu tree F SOURCE b If “Rec Select” or “Video Select” is selected, press the Source Select SOURCE SELECT button before turning the...
Operating from the main unit d Preset Skip Source Select VIDEO SELECT SOURCE SELECT Press the button, then turn the knob Set the preset memories that you do not want to display until the desired picture appears. when tuning. a Play VIDEO SELECT b To cancel, press the main unit’s button, then turn...
Resolution Aspect Operating from the main unit or main remote control unit Set resolution for video signal output to HDMI. This sets the aspect ratio when outputting 480i/576i or 480p/576p input signals from the HDMI output connector. [Selectable items] INPUT MODE INPUT Press the button on the main unit or the...
Optical1 ~ 5 DENON LINK BNC1/2 None [Selectable items] None z: When a DENON DVD player and the DENON LINK have been connected, be sure to make a setting to “DENON LINK”. A0 Playback Mode (iPod) Input source TV/CBL Input source...
Analog A2 Playback Mode A3 Still Picture Select the analog connector using the CD input. Make settings for “NET/USB” playback. Make settings for still picture (JPEG) playback. [Input source] [Input source] NET/USB [Input source] NET/USB [Selectable items] USB Select Slide Show qGROUND Select USB port to use.
Input signal Display Surround Playback of 2-channel Sources THX SURROUND EX DOLBY DIGITAL THX Ultra2 Cinema n When using a surround back speaker Dolby (other than 2ch) / THX Music Mode Surround Mode Digital DOLBY DIGITAL EX [Selectable items] DOLBY PLgx DTS NEO:6 neural THX Games Mode DOLBY DIGITAL Plus...
DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL The desired mode according to the program source and viewing Plus DIRECT/STEREO situation can be selected from among 9 DENON original surround When the main unit’s button or the main remote DOLBY TrueHD DOLBY TrueHD D/ST control unit’s...
Direct Playback Playback in the PURE DIRECT Mode This is the mode that recreates the original sound most faithfully, [Selectable items] providing extremely high quality sound. Parameter DIRECT PURE DIRECT Press the button on the main unit or the In this mode the signals bypass the tone control circuitry for high PURE button on the main remote control unit.
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Dimension n In the THX mode (for 2-channel sources) [Selectable items] Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds). Shift sound image center to front or rear, to adjust playback balance. Surround Back ON Surround Back OFF THX Games Mode [Selectable items] Auto Middle High...
AFDM Input Channel Bass Auto-select surround mode by source. Select channel using external input connectors (EXT. IN) for source Adjust bass for all channels together. This function only works for software containing a special identification being played. [Variable range] –6dB ~ +6dB signal.
Subwoofer Operating from the main unit or main remote control unit Adjust each subwoofer channel tone. • “Audyssey”, “Audyssey Byp. L/R” and “Audyssey Flat” can be selected after the auto setup procedure has been performed. RESTORER During playback, press the button on the main unit or the [Selectable items] Bass...
j Audio Delay s Brightness Compensate for mismatched timing between video and audio. Adjust picture brightness. Information Delay audio. [Variable range] This sets the delay time for audio signals. [Variable range] 0 ms ~ 200 ms d Chroma Level Status Operating from the main unit or the main Adjust picture chroma level (saturation).
Audio Input Signal HDMI Information Quick Select Shows information about audio input signals. Shows information about HDMI input/output Shows information about “Quick Select” settings. signals and monitor. F Menu tree F F Menu tree F F Menu tree F Information Information Information HDMI Information...
Turning Off the Sound Temporarily (Muting) SOURCE SELECT <PHONES> MASTER VOLUME [MUTE] Press Playback [MUTE] To cancel, press again. Muting can also be canceled by adjusting Preparations the master volume. Listening with Headphones Turning the Power On <PHONES> Plug the headphones into <POWER>...
Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts Presetting Radio Stations <TUNING PRESET> (Preset Memory) <SOURCE SELECT> Basic Operation Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset. <SOURCE SELECT> [TUNER] Either turn or press Tune in the broadcast station you want to preset.
n Default settings Traffic Program (TP) PTY Search Auto tuner presets TP identifies programs that carry traffic announcements. Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting a designated 87 .5 / 89.1 / 98.1 / 107 .9 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 / This allows you to easily find out the latest traffic conditions in your A1 ~ A8 program type (PTY).
Listening to XM Satellite Radio TP Search <SOURCE SELECT> <STATUS> Programs Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting traffic programs (TP stations). About XM Radio <SOURCE SELECT> [TUNER] Either turn or press (AMP mode) to select “TUNER”. XM is North America’s number one satellite radio company, offering an extraordinary variety of commercial-free music, plus the best in To operate using the main remote control unit, set the premier sports, news, talk radio, comedy, children’s and entertainment...
Basic Operation Checking the XM Signal Strength and Searching Categories Radio ID <SOURCE SELECT> [SAT TU] Either turn or press Press (AMP mode) to select “XM”. <SOURCE SELECT> [SAT TU] Either turn or press (AMP mode) to select “XM”. ”Source Select” (vpage 45) Channel category <STATUS>...
<SOURCE SELECT> <STATUS> Listening to HD Radio™ Stations Basic Operation HD Radio stations offer higher sound quality than conventional <SOURCE SELECT> [DTU] Either turn or press (AMP FM/AM broadcasts. It is also possible to receive data services and mode) to select “HD Radio”. select broadcasts from among up to eight multicast programs.
Make the necessary preparations. Check the HD Radio Reception 1R and iPod. Information q S et the iPod in the DENON Control Dock for iPod. (vSee the Control Dock for iPod’s operating instructions.) <STATUS> Press while an HD Radio broadcast is being w Assign the Control Dock for iPod’s input.
Listening to Music ENTER uio p <STATUS> • The title name, artist name and album name can be checked by ENTER to select the menu, then press <STATUS> pressing during playback. to select the music file to be played. • On the AVP-A1HDCI, folder and file names can be displayed as titles.
When using Windows Vista, there is no need to download a new AVP-A1HDCI. exclusive DENON Internet radio URL from a Web browser on a version of Windows Media Player. Contents downloaded from pay sites on the Internet are copyright computer.
To pause Basic Operation <SOURCE SELECT> ENTER uio p <STATUS> ENTER During playback, press Press again to resume playback. Make the necessary preparations. To stop q Check the network environment, then turn on the AVP-A1HDCI’s ENTER During the play or pause mode, press and hold power.
Presetting Internet Radio Stations Registering Internet Radio Stations as Your Favorites Listening to Internet Radio Preset Internet radio stations can be selected directly. Favorites are listed at the top of the menu screen, so when a station ENTER to select “Internet Radio”, then press is registered as a favorite it can be tuned in easily.
Playing Files Stored on a Computer Playing Files Stored on USB Memory Devices Use this procedure to play music files, image files or playlists. Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage class and ENTER to select “Media Server”, then press MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) standards can be played on the or p.
• USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub. n Listening to Tracks Registered In My Library • DENON does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate ENTER then press or p.
Operating the AVP-A1HDCI Using a When the top menu is displayed, click on the menu [Example 2] Setup menu screen you want to operate. Click to Browser (Web control) determine a Click “v” and select from This function lets you operate the AVP-A1HDCI using Internet Click when setting.
Other Operations Playing Super Audio CD NOTE Assign “DENON LINK” with the “Digital” setting or You cannot change setup menu operations and zone name on the assign “HDMI” with the “HDMI” setting (vpage PDA menu screen. 48).
You can listen to one program source while recording a different holder. program source. • When “DENON LINK” is assigned at the GUI menu “Assign” setting, the PCM signals, network audio signals (Internet radio, media server, <ZONE2/3/4 / REC SELECT>...
Operations Convenient Functions Connect the HDMI to the AVP-A1HDCI with equipment compatible with the HDMI control HDMI Control Function function. When connecting the AVP-A1HDCI to a television or player compatible with the HDMI control function, the following operations are possible. Put the power on for all the equipment connected to Turn power ON/OFF (Synchronize with television) •...
Channel Level Quick Select Function <STANDARD> <HOME THX CINEMA>QUICK SELECT You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback With this function, the currently playing input source, input mode, sources or to suit your taste, as described below. surround mode, room EQ settings and volume can be stored in the memory.
Last Function Memory This stores the settings as they were directly before the standby mode was set. When the power is turned back on, the settings are restored to as they were directly before the standby mode was set. Backup Memory The various settings are backed up for about 1 week, even if the power is turned off or the power cord is disconnected.
ID is set, the AVP-A1HDCI can be used independently even in an are shown in the Preset Code Table (vEnd of this [AMP] b The mode switches each time is pressed. environment containing multiple DENON amplifiers. manual). GAMP modeH GZONE2 modeH GZONE3 modeH When the code is registered, the signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
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Functions of Buttons by Component EL Display EL Display MODE SELECTOR iPod [MODE Device Mode [1], SELECTOR] [8 9], Device operated DVD Recorder CD Recorder TAPE iPod (Default setting) (Default setting) [6 7], [3], Playback Playback Playback Playback Playback Playback Playback/Pause [2], Auto search...
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EL Display EL Display MODE SELECTOR Satellite Receiver / Cable TV [MODE Device Mode [1], SELECTOR] Device operated TV (HITACHI) TV (SONY) [8 9], [6 7], [3], [2], Punch through Punch through Punch through Punch through [SOURCE ON], [SOURCE OFF] SOURCE ON Power on Power on...
The signal transmission indicator flashes twice and the setting is completed. If your AV devices are of a brand other than DENON or if they cannot be operated with the preset memory function, their remote control signals can be transfered to stored in the AVP-A1HDCI’s main remote control unit.
Calling out System Call Function Signal [AMP] transmission Press , to select “SYSTEM CALL”. This function lets you register a series of operations at a single indicator button. AMP] For example, the amplifier can be turned on, the input source [SYSTEM CALL] Press ) at which the signals...
Punch-through function Setting the Time the Backlight Stays Lit Resetting the Main Remote Control Unit [MODE SELECTOR] Press for the device you want to [RC SETUP] Press and hold in for at least 3 seconds. Learning Function reset (TV or SAT/CBL). The signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
Functions of Buttons by Component Sub Remote Control Unit Operations DVD, HDP, TV / CBL, DVR-1, DVR-2, VCR, TUNER • The sub remote control unit is equipped with frequently used Device operated V.AUX, SAT, CD, PHONO (AM/FM) (HD Radio) buttons, so it can be used for simple remote control unit Zone selection operations.
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SAT TU Device operated NET / USB iPod (XM) Zone selection ZONE SELECT Zone operation mode selection Zone operation mode selection Zone operation mode selection ZONE OFF Power turned off ( b 1) Power turned off ( b 1) Power turned off ( b 1) ZONE ON Power turned on ( b 1) Power turned on ( b 1)
Setting the Zone for Which the Sub Setting the Remote ID Remote Control Unit is Used (ZONE When using multiple DENON AV receivers in the same room, [ZONE SELECT] Multi-zone indicator make this setting so that no AV receiver other than the desired SELECT LOCK Mode) one operates.
Multi-Zone Connections and Operations Multi-Zone Connections • For ZONE2, it is necessary to set in sequence with the signal connected to either the power amplifier or bit stream amps. The amp should be the power amplifier in the case of ZONE3, and the bit-stream for ZONE4. •...
GOperation on the remote control unitH ZONE3 in the case of PCM (2-channel) signals only. [VOLUME] • Digital audio signals input from the DENON LINK or HDMI connectors In the zone mode whose volume you want to adjust, press Multi-zone [ZONE SELECT] cannot be played in multi-zone.
Dolby Surround as well (Using surround back speakers) as Dolby Digital 5.1 channel and DTS Surround 5.1 channel sources. Furthermore, all the DENON original surround modes (vpage 51 q When mainly playing movies “DSP Simulation Playback”) are compatible with 7.1 channel playback, Recommended when your surround speakers are single or 2-way so you can enjoy 7.1 channel sound with any signal source.
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w Setting for primarily watching movies using diffusion type Front speakers Surround Center speaker speakers for the surround speakers For the greatest sense of surround sound envelopment, diffuse The AVP-A1HDCI is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit radiation speakers such as bipolar (THX) types, or dipolar types, that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve Monitor provide a wider dispersion than is possible to obtain from a direct...
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Dolby Pro Logic g DTS 96/24 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Pro Logic g is a matrix decoding technology developed by Dolby “Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks DTS 96/24 is a digital audio format enabling high sound quality Laboratories.
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Timbre Matching™ THX Ultra2 Cinema Boundary Gain Compensation The human ear changes our perception of a sound depending on the THX Ultra2 Cinema mode plays 5.1 movies using all 8 speakers giving If your chosen listening room layout (for practical or aesthetic reasons) direction from which the sound is coming.
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Dolby Laboratories. Used with permission. quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception developed by DENON. It offers high speed, high quality transfer of and room acoustics. Dynamic EQ selects the best possible frequency digital audio data with low signal loss. It can be used together with...
HDMI Surround Modes and Parameters (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) Signals and adjustability in the different modes HDMI is a digital interface standard for next generation TVs based Channel output Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses) Surround Mode on DVI (Digital Visual Interface) standards and optimized for use in Surround Surround D.
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Signals and adjustability in the different modes Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses) NEO:6 PRO LOGIC g/gx MUSIC mode MUSIC EXT. IN only Surround Mode only mode only Dynamic Mode Decoder Room Size Effect Level Delay Time Subwoofer Tone Night Mode Room EQ RESTORER...
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Differences in Surround Mode Names Depending on the Input Signals Button Input signals DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DVD-AUDIO Super Audio CD (Windows LINEAR DTS-HD DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY Note Media Audio) DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DVD- DVD- Surround mode ANALOG PCM /...
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Input signals Button DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DVD-AUDIO Super Audio CD (Windows LINEAR DTS-HD DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY Note Media DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DVD- Surround mode ANALOG PCM / High DSCRT MTRX DOLBY DIGITAL DIGITAL DVD-Audio Audio) / MP3 Master DIGITAL...
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Button Input signals DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DVD-AUDIO Super Audio CD (Windows LINEAR DTS-HD DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY Note Media Audio) DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DVD- DVD- Surround mode ANALOG PCM / High DSCRT MTRX DOLBY DIGITAL DIGITAL / MP3 / Master...
IEEE 802.11g About Networks Windows Media DRM This is another wireless LAN standard set by the 802 working group A copyright-protected technology developed by Microsoft. that establishes LAN technology standards at the IEEE (Institute of Windows Media Player ver.11 Electrical and Electronics Engineers) of the United States, and is •...
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WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) This is a security standard established by the Wi-Fi Alliance. In addition to the conventional SSID (network name) and WEP key (network key), it also uses a user identification function and encrypting protocol for stronger security. WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2) This is a new version of the WPA established by the Wi-Fi Alliance, compatible with more secure AES encryption.
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Relationship Between Video Signals and Monitor Output n MAIN ZONE Input signal Monitor output Monitor output (when GUI menu displayed) Video Convert HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO b VIDEO b VIDEO b S-VIDEO...
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Input signal Monitor output Monitor output (Normally) (when GUI menu displayed) Video Convert HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO S (VIDEO) S (S-VIDEO) S (S-VIDEO) S (VIDEO) S (COMPONENT) S (COMPONENT) S (VIDEO) S (COMPONENT) S (S-VIDEO) S (COMPONENT) S (S-VIDEO)
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Input signal Monitor output S-VIDEO Video Convert Monitor Out COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO – – S (VIDEO) – S (S-VIDEO) Used S (S-VIDEO) S (VIDEO)*2 Not used – S (VIDEO) – S (COMPONENT) – S (COMPONENT) S (VIDEO) –...
Page Power turns off • Set is damaged. • Turn off the power and contact a – suddenly and DENON service center. Troubleshooting power indicator flashes red. If a problem should arise, first check the following: GRemote Control UnitH 1. Are the connections correct? 2.
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GAudioH Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page No sound is • The “Manual Setup” – “HDMI • Set to “TV” . output from Setup” – “Audio” setting is set to No sound is • You are playing a monaural •...
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USB cable. be used for connection to a port do not match. Select” . computer. • A USB memory device that • This is not a malfunction. DENON – Server is not • The computer’s router’s • Check the computer’s or router’s –...
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• Trial period has expired. • Get a full account. 66, 70 signals cannot be received. wireless LAN’s access point, www.rhapsody.com/denon/signup remove obstacles otherwise improve visibility, then Cannnot play. • When the trial period has finished, • Get a full account.
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GXM Satellite RadioH Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page ”NO SIGNAL ” is • The signal cannot be received. • Reposition your XM Mini-Tuner – displayed. and Home Dock antenna. ”OFF AIR” is • The selected channel is not • Select another channel. –...