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  • Page 1 INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER AVR-2312CI Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

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

  • Page 3: Notes On Use

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

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Getting started Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference. Contents Advanced version Information ·······························································56 ···········································································124 Getting started ··············································································1...

  • Page 5: Accessories

    HDMI cable used for connecting the iPhone or iPod touch unit and a TV “Denon Remote App” is application software that allows you to z2 The TV should support the ARC function. perform basic operations with an iPhone or iPod touch such as turning the unit ON/OFF, controlling the volume, and switching the source.

  • Page 6: Cautions On Handling

    Features Cautions on handling All sources are up-scaled to 1080p • Before turning the power on The unit is provided with an HDMI video up-scaling function that Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are converts an analog video signal input to the unit to a 1080p (HD no problems with the connection cables.

  • Page 7: Basic Version

    Basic version Basic version Here, we explain the connections and basic operation methods for this unit. F Connections vpage 5 F Settings vpage 19 F Playback (Basic operation) vpage 26 F Selecting a listening mode (SURROUND MODE) vpage 52 vpage 8, vpage 8, Connection Connection – vpage 28 Playback Playback...

  • Page 8: Connections

    Connections Important information • Make connections as follows before using this unit. Select an Converting input video signals for output (Video conversion function) appropriate connection type according to the devices to be connected. This unit is equipped with four types of video input connectors (HDMI, Component video, S-Video and video) and three types of video output • You may need to make some settings on this unit depending connectors (HDMI, Component video and video).
  • Page 9 Important information Examples of screen display • The video conversion function supports the NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 4.43, PAL-N, PAL-M and PAL-60 • Menu screen • Status display screen When the input source is When the volume is adjusted. formats. • The resolution of the video signal output from the HDMI connector of this unit is set in “Resolution” switched.

  • Page 10: Connecting An Hdmi-Compatible Device

    Connecting an HDMI-compatible device You can connect up to eight HDMI-compatible devices (7-inputs/1-output) to the unit. About 3D function HDMI function This unit supports input and output of 3D (3 dimensional) video signals of HDMI 1.4a. This unit supports the following HDMI functions: To play back 3D video, you need a TV and player that provide support for the HDMI1.4a 3D function and • 3D a pair of 3D glasses.
  • Page 11 Connecting an HDMI-compatible device Cables used for connections Digital camcorder Audio and video cable (sold separately) HDMI HDMI cable • This interface allows transfer of digital video signals and digital audio signals over a single HDMI cable. Blu-ray Digital Disc Set-top video Game Game...
  • Page 12 Connecting an HDMI-compatible device Connecting to a device equipped with a DVI-D connector When an HDMI/DVI conversion cable (sold separately) is used, the HDMI video signals are converted to DVI signals, allowing connection to a device equipped with a DVI-D connector. NOTE • No sound is output when connected to a device equipped with a DVI-D connector.

  • Page 13: Connecting A

    Connecting a TV • Select the connector to use and connect the device. • For video connections, see “Converting input video signals for output (Video conversion function)” AUDIO (vpage 5). VIDEO VIDEO OPTICAL COMPONENT VIDEO • For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 7). To listen to TV audio through this device, use the optical digital connection.

  • Page 14: Connecting A Blu-Ray Disc Player/Dvd Player

    Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player • You can enjoy video and audio from a Blu-ray Disc or DVD. • Select the connector to use and connect the device. Blu-ray Disc • For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 7). player DVD player AUDIO...

  • Page 15: Connecting A Set-Top Box (Satellite Tuner/Cable

    Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) • You can watch satellite or cable TV. • Select the connector to use and connect the device. Satellite tuner/Cable TV • For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 7). VIDEO AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO...

  • Page 16: Connecting A Digital Video Recorder

    Connecting a digital video recorder • You can record video onto a Blu-ray Disc or DVD. Digital video recorder • Select the connector to use and connect the device. • When recording analog audio, use the analog connection. VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO S-VIDEO AUDIO OPTICAL...

  • Page 17: Connecting A Digital Camcorder

    • For instructions on HDMI connections, see “Connecting an HDMI-compatible device” (vpage 7). • For a control dock for iPod, use ASD-1R or ASD-11R made by DENON (sold separately). • For instructions on the control dock for iPod settings, refer to the control dock for iPod’s operating Cables used for connections instructions.

  • Page 18: Connecting An Ipod Or Usb Memory Device To The Usb Port

    To connect an iPod to this unit, use the USB cable supplied with the iPod. USB memory iPod device • When you want to play back a video file stored on an iPod, use a DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-1R and ASD-11R, sold separately) (vpage 14 “Connecting a control dock for iPod”).

  • Page 19: Connecting An Antenna

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

  • Page 20: Connecting To A Home Network (Lan)

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

  • Page 21: Connecting An External Control Device

    Connecting an external control device REMOTE CONTROL jacks RS-232C connector TRIGGER OUT jacks If this unit is installed in a location that is out of range of the signal When you connect an external control device, you can control this unit When a device with TRIGGER IN jack is connected, the connected with the external control device.

  • Page 22: Settings

    Settings Here, we explain “Audyssey ® Auto Setup”, which allows you to Set up speakers (Audyssey ® Auto Setup) automatically make the optimal settings for your speakers, and “Network Setup”, which allows you to connect this unit to a home network (LAN).

  • Page 23: Set Up Microphone

    Set up speakers (Audyssey ® Auto Setup) Set up the microphone Set up the subwoofer Set up the remote control unit Mount the setup microphone on a tripod or stand If using a subwoofer capable of the following n Set up the zone mode and place it in the main listening position.
  • Page 24 Set up speakers (Audyssey ® Auto Setup) STEP 2 STEP 1 Preparation Detection & Measurement (Main) • In STEP 2, you will perform measurements at the main listening NOTE Connect the setup microphone to the SETUP MIC position. jack of this unit. If “Caution!”...
  • Page 25 Set up speakers (Audyssey ® Auto Setup) STEP 4 STEP 3 Measurement (2nd – 8th) Calculation • In STEP 3, you will perform measurements at multiple positions (two Repeat step 9, measuring positions 3 to 8. On the screen, use to select “Next → STEP 3 to eight positions) other than the main listening position.
  • Page 26 Set up speakers (Audyssey ® Auto Setup) STEP 5 STEP 6 Finish Check Store Unplug the setup microphone from the unit’s SETUP ENTER to select the item you Select “Store” and then press MIC jack. want to check, and then press Save the measurement results.

  • Page 27: Error Messages

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

  • Page 28: Making The Network Settings (Network Setup)

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

  • Page 29: Playback (Basic Operation)

    Playback (Basic operation) Important information Settings (vpage 19) Before starting playback, make the connections between the different You can also use the following operation to select an input n Selecting the input source (vpage 26) devices and the settings on the unit. source.

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Master Volume

    Important information n Using the “SOURCE SELECT” menu Adjusting the master volume Switch the remote control unit to the (MAIN ZONE) mode when • When using with an iPod connected directly to the USB port of this M df to adjust the volume. performing this operation (vpage 118 “Operating AV devices”).

  • Page 31: Playing A Blu-Ray Disc Player/Dvd Player

    Playing a CD player Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player The following describes the procedure for playing CD player. Prepare for playback. The following describes the procedure for playing Blu-ray Disc player/ Turn on the power of the subwoofer DVD player. and player.

  • Page 32: Playing An Ipod

    • There are two modes for displaying the contents recorded on the NOTE iPod. If you use a separately sold DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-1R or STANDBY • Press and set this unit’s power to ASD-11R), you will be able to play back videos, photos, music, and Browse mode Display iPod information on the TV screen.
  • Page 33 When an iPod equipped with a video function is connected to a Remote mode Operation buttons Function DENON ASD-11R control dock for iPod, image files can be played MENU Amp menu This unit can play back on a TV screen photos and data stored on an in the Browse mode.
  • Page 34 USB port”). first generation iPod nano. functions may not operate. • Note that DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any Press to turn on power to the unit. problems arising with the data on an iPod when using this unit in...
  • Page 35 Playing an iPod n iPod operation iPod play function Operation buttons Function iPod 1 on the main unit is pressed when a control dock for iPod or MENU Amp menu an iPod (USB) is connected, the iPod starts playback. Cursor operation / Press iPod 1 uio p...

  • Page 36: Tuning In Radio Stations

    Tuning in radio stations n Presetting radio stations (Manual preset) Default settings Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune Block (A – G) TUNER Press to switch the input source to “TUNER”. them in easily.
  • Page 37 Tuning in radio stations n Listening to preset stations n Direct frequency tuning n Tuner (FM/AM) operation You can enter the receiving frequency directly to tune in. Operation buttons Function SHIFT Press to select the memory CH +, – Preset channel selection block (A to G).

  • Page 38: Playing A Network Audio

    • Internet radio stations in MP3 and WMA (Windows Media Audio) format can be listened to. “Slide Show”(vpage 92) in the menu to “ON”. • Your favorite radio stations can be registered by accessing an exclusive DENON Internet radio URL from a Web browser on a computer.
  • Page 39 PC and register this machine. See the Pandora homepage for details. z2 Only files that are not protected by copyright can be played on this unit. http://www.pandora.com/denon Content downloaded from pay sites on the Internet are copyright protected. Also, files encoded in n About Rhapsody WMA format when ripped from a CD, etc.

  • Page 40: Listening To Internet Radio

    Playing a network audio n Playing the last played Internet radio station Listening to internet radio INTERNET RADIO V Simply press on the main unit to switch • There are many Internet radio stations on the Internet, and the Prepare for playback. the input source to “Internet Radio”...
  • Page 41 Playing a network audio n Searching stations by keyword n Presetting internet radio stations n Listening to preset internet radio stations (Alphabetic strings) Preset Internet radio stations can be selected directly. SHIFT CH + After pressing , press While the Internet radio station you want to preset is CH –...
  • Page 42 Playing a network audio n Registering internet radio stations as your n Listening to internet radio stations registered in n Internet radio operation favorites your favorites Operation buttons Function Favorites are listed at the top of the menu screen, so when a INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station Press...

  • Page 43: Playing Files Stored On A Computer

    Playing a network audio Playing files stored on a computer n Media server operation Operation buttons Function • Connections to the required system and specific settings must be Use this procedure to play music files, image files or playlists. INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station made in order to play music files (vpage 17).

  • Page 44: Viewing Photographs On The Flickr Site

    Playing a network audio n Viewing all photographs on Flickr Viewing photographs on the Flickr site Press to select the folder, and then press ENTER Prepare for playback. You can view photographs shared by particular users, or all of the photographs shared on Flickr.
  • Page 45 Playing a network audio n Flickr operation Operation buttons Function INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station PRESET 1 – 3 Preset channel (1 – 3) selection CH +, – Preset channel (A1 – G8) selection MENU Amp menu Cursor operation / uio p Auto search (cue, ui)

  • Page 46: Listening To Napster

    Playing a network audio n Searching from Napster menu n Registering tracks in my Napster library Listening to Napster to select search item or Press while the track you wish Prepare for playback. folder, then press ENTER to register is playing. q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s power (vpage 17...
  • Page 47 Playing a network audio n Napster operation Operation buttons Function INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station PRESET 1 – 3 Preset channel (1 – 3) selection CH +, – Preset channel (A1 – G8) selection MENU Amp menu Cursor operation / uio p Auto search (cue, ui)

  • Page 48: Listening To Pandora

    Then press ENTER vSee overleaf Pandora I have a Pandora account I am to new to Pandora Please go to http://www.pandora.com/denon and follow the instructions there to create a new account. Your activation code is : FXEG8BCD Continue Cancel...
  • Page 49 Playing a network audio n Creating an original radio station n Listening to a created radio station Press , select a file (e.g. D&M2) from the list, You can create up to 100 original radio stations. ENTER and press Listening to a created radio station (e.g. D&M2 to select “New Station”, Selected file is played back.
  • Page 50 Playing a network audio n Arranging tracks within radio stations n Sign out n Pandora operation You can sort tracks by operating the Pandora menu screen while Disassociate this unit from your Pandora account. Operation buttons Function a track is playing. MENU Amp menu While the Pandora top menu is...

  • Page 51: Listening To Rhapsody

    Playing a network audio Listening to Rhapsody w Enter a character search for the track you want NOTE to listen to • The password should be no longer than 99 characters. Prepare for playback. RETURN B • Press to cancel the input. When “Cancel input?” is q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s ENTER to select “Search”, then...
  • Page 52 Playing a network audio n Track menu n Rhapsody operation e Rating function Operation buttons Function Press during playback to display to select “Rating”, then INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station the track menu. press ENTER PRESET 1 – 3 Preset channel (1 –...

  • Page 53: Playing A Usb Memory Device

    Playing a USB memory device Playing back music or still picture (JPEG) files recorded on a USB memory device. GCompatible formatsH USB memory devices Important information WMA (Windows Media Audio) MP3 (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3) n USB memory devices A USB memory device can be connected to the USB port of this unit to play music and still picture MPEG-4 AAC (JPEG) files stored on the USB memory device.

  • Page 54: Playing Files Stored On Usb Memory

    DENON:[AVR-2312CI] ENTER Stop NOTE (Press and hold) Favorites • Note that DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any SEARCH Page search / Character sort Internet Radio Media Server problems arising with the data on a USB memory device when using...

  • Page 55: Selecting A Listening Mode (Surround Mode)

    Selecting a listening mode (SURROUND MODE) This unit can play input audio signals in multi-channel surround mode n Listening mode or in stereo mode. MOVIE MUSIC GAME DIRECT • The following listening modes can be selected using the , and buttons. Select a listening mode suitable for the playback contents (cinema, • Adjust the sound field effect with the menu “Surround Parameters”...
  • Page 56 Selecting a listening mode z1 2-channel also includes analog input. Operation Operation Input signal Listening mode Input signal Listening mode z2 This mode plays back 2-channel source in 5.1 or 7.1-channel button button playback. It cannot be selected when headphones are used, or STEREO STEREO when only front speakers are used.
  • Page 57 Selecting a listening mode n Description of listening mode types Dolby listening mode DTS listening mode Listening mode type Description Listening mode type Description DOLBY PLgx This mode can be selected when a Dolby Pro Logic gx decoder is used to DTS NEO:6 This mode can be selected when a DTS NEO:6 decoder is used to play back 2-channel source in 6.1/7.1-channel surround sound including the surround...
  • Page 58 Selecting a listening mode DENON original listening mode Direct listening mode Listening mode type Description Listening mode type Description MULTI CH STEREO This mode is for enjoying stereo sound from all speakers. DIRECT Sound recorded in source is played as is.

  • Page 59: Advanced Version

    Advanced version Advanced version Here, we explain functions and operations that let you make better use of this unit. F Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection) vpage 57 F Playback (Advanced operation) vpage 68 F Playback in ZONE2 (Separate room) vpage 79 F How to make detailed settings vpage 82 F Operating the connected devices by remote control unit vpage 118...

  • Page 60: Speaker Installation/Connection (Advanced Connection)

    Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection) Here we describe the installation, connection and Install setup methods for speakers other than 5.1-channel speakers. For the installation, connection and setup When 7.1ch (Surround back speaker) installed methods for 5.1-channel speakers, see C page 4 This unit is compatible with Dolby Pro Logic gz (vpage 137), which offers an even wider and deeper surround sensation.
  • Page 61 Install When 7.1ch (Front height speaker) installed When 6.1ch (Surround back speaker) installed When Front A/B speakers installed FL(B) FL(A) FR(A) FR(B) Listening position Listening position Listening position z1 22˚ – 30˚ z2 22˚ – 45˚ z3 90˚ – 110˚ GSpeaker abbreviationsH z1 22˚...

  • Page 62: Connect

    Connect C page 6 “Connecting the • For the method of connecting 5.1-channel speakers, see speakers”. • For the method of connecting the TV, see C page 3 “Connect this unit to the television using an HDMI cable (sold separately)”. 7.1-channel (Surround back speaker) connection The illustration on the right shows a connection example for performing 7.1-channel playback using the surround back speakers.
  • Page 63 Connect 7.1-channel (Front height speaker) connection The illustration on the right shows a connection example for performing 7.1-channel playback using the front height speakers. If you connect the surround back and front height speakers before you start playback, the audio is played back by automatically switching the speakers in accordance with the surround mode or input signals.
  • Page 64 Connect 6.1-channel (Surround back speaker) connection If using only one surround back speaker (with a 6.1-channel connection), connect to the “L” side of the SURR. BACK/AMP ASSIGN terminal. For speaker settings in this case, see “When 6.1ch (Surround back speaker) installed” (vpage 58). To perform 6.1-channel playback using the surround back speaker, set “Amp Assign”...

  • Page 65: Front A/B Connection

    Connect Front A/B connection 2.1-channel connection You can connect a second set of speakers to this unit and use them for playback. In this case, set “Amp Assign” to “Front B” in steps 3 and 4 for “Set up “Amp Assign”” (vpage 65). FL(B) FL(A) FR(A)
  • Page 66 Connect Bi-Amp connection You can use the front speakers via the bi-amp connection. A bi-amp connection is to connect separate amplifiers to the tweeter terminals and woofer terminals of speakers compatible with the bi-amp function. This prevents the back electromotive force (returned force without output) of the woofer sent to the tweeter, which affects the sound quality of the tweeter, and you can enjoy playback with higher-quality sound.
  • Page 67 Connect 5.1-channel + 2-channel connection You can connect the other front speakers for 2-channel playback using Multi channel playback the DIRECT mode or STEREO mode. (Surround mode) The speakers used exclusively for 5.1-channel playback and the speakers used exclusively for 2-channel playback are automatically switched for playback in accordance with the surround mode.

  • Page 68: Set Up Speakers

    Set up speakers around items indicate the settings. Here we describe how to set up speakers other than 5.1-channel speakers. For the method of setting up 5.1-channel speakers, see C page 4 “SETUP WIZARD”. First install and connect the speakers to this unit. Before Auto Setup measurement, the settings shown below can be made.
  • Page 69 Set up speakers to select the to select a channel. Set up “Channel Select” configuration of the connected to select “Channel Select”, and then press speakers. Front Select for setting the front speakers to be used. In this ENTER case, go to step 8. • “Front”...
  • Page 70 Set up speakers NOTE to set whether or not a After performing Audyssey ® Auto Setup, do not change the speaker subwoofer channel is measured. connections or subwoofer volume. In event of a change, perform Audyssey ® Auto Setup again. Measure Set for measuring a subwoofer.

  • Page 71: Playback (Advanced Operation)

    Playback (Advanced operation) Convenient functions Settings (vpage 19) HDMI control function n Setting procedure Playback (Basic operation) (vpage 26) Set the HDMI output connector corresponding with If you connect the unit and an HDMI control function compatible TV or the HDMI control function. player with an HDMI cable and then enable the HDMI control function Selecting a listening mode (SURROUND MODE) setting on each device, the devices will be able to control each other.
  • Page 72 Convenient functions Sleep timer function NOTE • When “HDMI Control” – “Control” is set to “ON”, it consumes The power automatically goes into standby once the set time has more standby power. elapsed. • The HDMI control function controls operations of a TV that is This is convenient for playing sources while going to sleep.

  • Page 73: Adjusting The Volume Of The Speakers

    Convenient functions Adjusting the volume of the speakers n Adjusting the volume of groups of speakers Use o p to adjust the volume. (Fader function) You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback This function lets you adjust (fade) the sound all at once from the sources or to suit your taste, as described below.
  • Page 74 Convenient functions Quick select function n Recalling the settings QUICK SELECT Press at which the All of the settings in step 1 can be memorized together. By memorizing frequently used settings, you can quickly access and enjoy a playback settings you want to call out are saved. environment that is consistently the same.
  • Page 75 Convenient functions REC OUT mode ZONE2 / REC SELECT • To cancel, press until “ZONE2 SOURCE” is When using the audio/video recording connectors (DVR outputs), you displayed. can record the audio or video from a different program source while • Make a test recording before starting the actual recording. listening to the currently played track.
  • Page 76 Multiple Speakers n Remote operations You can easily stream music from iTunes to multiple speakers in You can use your DENON remote control to play and pause iTunes, Enjoy music from your iTunes library with DENON quality sound your home.
  • Page 77 Starting the party mode as the organizer Press to select “Yes” or The party mode function can only be used on a combination of DENON ENTER “No”, then press devices that are equipped with the party mode function.
  • Page 78 When “Exit Device Control Mode?” is displayed on the TV ENTER screen, select “Yes” and then press Return RETURN Check status and select device for content browsing. • Displays up to a maximum of 10 DENON products connected on the same network.

  • Page 79: Operating A Media Controller To Play Music And Still Pictures

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

  • Page 80: Web Control Function

    GExample 1H Main zone control screen You can operate this unit using a browser. INDEX ZONE CONTROL > MAIN ZONE Web Controller Switch the “Network Standby” setting to “ON”. DENON:[AVR-2312CI] QUICK SELECT > STANDBY POWER (vpage 110). MAIN ZONE CHANNEL LEVEL >...

  • Page 81: Various Memory Functions

    Personal memory plus function QUICK SELECT > Back Source SOURCE SELECT This function sets the settings (input mode, surround mode, HDMI DENON:[AVR-2312CI] > Input Assign CHANNEL LEVEL SURROUND MODE output mode, MultEQ ® XT, Dynamic EQ ® , audio delay etc.) last >Favorites...

  • Page 82: Playback In Zone2 (Separate Room)

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

  • Page 83: Playback

    Playback ZONE SELECT Press to switch the Adjusting the volume zone mode to (ZONE2). M df to adjust the volume. Press to set the remote control unit to AMP-operation mode. GAdjustable rangeH – – – –80dB – –40dB – 18dB (When the “Volume Display”...

  • Page 84: Quick Select Function

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

  • Page 85: How To Make Detailed Settings

    How to make detailed settings Menu map For menu operation, connect a TV to this unit and display the menu on the TV screen. For menu operations, see the following page. Setting items Detailed items Description Page SOURCE SELECT Input Assign Changes input connector assignment.

  • Page 86: Examples Of Menu Screen Displays

    Examples of menu screen displays Typical examples are described below. GExample 2H Audyssey ® Auto Setup screen n Icon GExample 1H Menu selection screen (Top menu) (with illustration) Switch the selected item (Use to switch.) AUDYSSEY AUTO SETUP AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST Proceed to the subcategory STEP1 Preparation 1 2 3 4 5 6...

  • Page 87: Examples Of Menu And Front Display

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

  • Page 88: Inputting Characters

    Inputting characters Keyboard screen You can change the names as desired using the “Preset Name” Using the keyboard screen (vpage  93), “Rename” (vpage  91), “Rhapsody Account” (vpage  111), “Napster Account” (vpage  111), “Zone Rename” Display the screen for inputting n Display of a keyboard input screen (vpage ...
  • Page 89 (vpage 82 Example: For changing the input source from “DVD” to “DENON” “Menu map”). Repeat steps 3 and 4 to change the name then press q Place the cursor at “V”.

  • Page 90: Source Select

    SOURCE SELECT Perform settings related to input source playback. Items that can be set with the “SOURCE SELECT” procedure • You do not have to change the settings to use the unit. Make settings when needed. Menu operation Input Assign (vpage 88) Press ZONE SELECT to switch the zone mode to...

  • Page 91: Input Assign

    SOURCE SELECT Input Assign Setting items Setting details HDMI HDMI 1 / HDMI 2 / HDMI 3 / HDMI 4 / HDMI 5 / HDMI 6 / HDMI 7 Examples of “Input Assign” menu screen displays Set this to change the HDMI None : Do not assign an HDMI input connector to the selected input input connectors assigned source.
  • Page 92 SOURCE SELECT Video Setting items Setting details Default settings are underlined. DIGITAL COAX (coaxial) 1, 2 / OPT (optical) 1, 2 Set this to change the digital None : Do not assign a digital input connector to the selected input source. Set the source video.
  • Page 93 SOURCE SELECT Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details Video Convert ON : The input video signal is converted. Resolution Auto : The number of pixels the TV connected to the HDMI output The input video signal is OFF : The input video signal is not converted. Set the output resolution.
  • Page 94 SOURCE SELECT Input Mode (Audio) Rename Default settings are underlined. The input modes available for selection may vary depending on the input source. Change the display name of the selected input source. Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details Input Mode Auto : Automatically detect input signal and perform playback.

  • Page 95: Playback Mode

    SOURCE SELECT Playback Mode Still Picture Default settings are underlined. Default settings are underlined. Make settings for playing back still picture images. n Input source : “DOCK” Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details Slide Show ON : Display still picture images in a slide show. Repeat All : All files are played repeatedly.

  • Page 96: Preset Skip

    SOURCE SELECT Preset Skip Default settings are underlined. Set preset channel to be skipped when selecting. Setting items Setting details A – G All : Skip all channels of the selected preset memory blocks. Set the preset channels you • ON : All of the preset channels from 1 to 8 of the selected preset do not want to display.

  • Page 97: Audio/Video Adjust

    AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST Sound field effects for surround sound and video quality can be adjusted. Items that can be set with the “AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST” procedure Menu operation Audio Adjust (vpage 95) n Surround Parameters (vpage 95) ZONE SELECT Press to switch the zone mode to (MAIN n Tone (vpage 97) ZONE).

  • Page 98: Audio Adjust

    AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST Setting items Setting details Audio Adjust D.COMP OFF : Turn dynamic range compression off. Compress dynamic range Low / Middle / High : These set the compression level. n Surround Parameters Default settings are underlined. (difference between loud and soft sounds).
  • Page 99 AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details n For 2-channel sources Height Gain Low : Reduce the front height channel volume. Surround Back Control front height Middle : Front height channel sound is output with standard sound Sets the method of ON : The surround back channel is used.
  • Page 100 AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST n Tone Setting items Setting details Subwoofer ON : The subwoofer is used. Adjust the tonal quality of the sound. Turn subwoofer output on OFF : The subwoofer is not used. Setting items Setting details and off. NOTE Tone Control ON : Allow tone adjustment (bass, treble).
  • Page 101 AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST n Audyssey Settings Default settings are underlined. Setting items Setting details Set Audyssey MultEQ ® XT, Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® and Audyssey Dynamic Volume ® . These can be Dynamic EQ ® ON : Use Dynamic EQ ® . selected after Audyssey ®...

  • Page 102: Audio Delay

    AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST Manual EQ RESTORER Default settings are underlined. Compressed audio formats such as MP3, WMA (Windows Media Audio) and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the Use the graphic equalizer to adjust the tone of each speaker. “Manual EQ” can be set when “MultEQ ® XT” setting (vpage 98) is “Manual”. amount of data by eliminating signal components that are hard for the human ear to hear.

  • Page 103: Picture Adjust

    AUDIO/VIDEO ADJUST Picture Adjust Default settings are underlined. Picture quality can be adjusted. • This item can be set when the input source is SAT/CBL GAME1 GAME2 V.AUX DOCK NET/USB . • With input sources other than the ones above, this item can be set when “Video Select” is selected. In this case, the original input source settings are called out.

  • Page 104: System Setup

    SYSTEM SETUP Set when changing Audyssey ® Auto Setup settings, or when changing the audio, video, display Items that can be set with the “SYSTEM SETUP” procedure or other settings. • If you change the speaker settings after performing Audyssey ® Auto Setup, it will not be possible to set Audyssey MultEQ ®...
  • Page 105 SYSTEM SETUP Setting items Setting details Speaker Setup Default settings are underlined. Speaker Config. Front : Set the front speaker size. Select speaker configuration • Large : Use a large speaker that can adequately play back low Perform when setting the speakers manually or when changing settings made in Audyssey ® Auto Setup. and size (bass reproduction frequencies.
  • Page 106 SYSTEM SETUP Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details Speaker Config. Surr.Back : Set the presence, size and number of surround back speakers. Bass Setting Subwoofer Mode : Select low range signals to be reproduced by (Continued) • Large : Use a large speaker that can adequately play back low Set subwoofer and LFE subwoofer.
  • Page 107 SYSTEM SETUP Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details Distance Unit : Set the unit of distance. Channel Level Test Tone Start : Output test tone. Set distance from listening • Feet / Meters Set the volume of the test • Front L / F.Height L / Center / F.Height R / Front R / Surround R / position to speakers.
  • Page 108 SYSTEM SETUP Setting items Setting details Crossover Freq. 40Hz / 60Hz / 80Hz / 90Hz / 100Hz / 110Hz / 120Hz / 150Hz / 200Hz / Set the maximum frequency 250Hz : Set the crossover frequency. of the bass signal output Advanced : Specify crossover frequency for each speaker.

  • Page 109: Hdmi Setup

    SYSTEM SETUP Setting items Setting details HDMI Setup Default settings are underlined. HDMI Control NOTE (Continued) Make settings for HDMI video/audio output. • When “HDMI Control” – “Control” is set to “ON”, it consumes more standby power. If you are not using this unit for an extended period, it Setting items Setting details is recommended that you unplug the power cord from the power outlet.

  • Page 110: Audio Setup

    SYSTEM SETUP Setting items Setting details Audio Setup Default settings are underlined. 2ch Direct/Stereo Distance FL / Distance FR : Select the speaker. (Continued) • 0.0ft – 60.0ft (12.0ft) / 0.00m – 18.00m (3.60m) : Set the distance to Make settings for audio playback. the speaker.
  • Page 111 SYSTEM SETUP Setting items Setting details Network Setup Default settings are underlined. Network Connecting uio p 0 – 9 ENTER e Use to input the address and press (Continued) • IP Address : Set the IP address within the ranges shown below. Make network settings.
  • Page 112 SYSTEM SETUP Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details Network Connecting Proxy settings : Make this setting when connecting to the Internet via a Network Connecting NETWORK CONNECTING (Continued) proxy server. (Continued) Proxy NETWORK CONNECTING Proxy Address Address 000. 000. 000. 000 Port 00000 DHCP...
  • Page 113 Friendly Name Edit : The Friendly Name is the name of this unit displayed on the network. Up to 63 characters can be input. The default Friendly Name on first use is “DENON:[AVR-2312CI]”. • For character input, see page 85. Default : Restores Friendly Name, which you had changed, to the default setting.
  • Page 114 SYSTEM SETUP Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details Other Update Notification : Displays a notification message on this unit’s menu Rhapsody Account Username / Password / Clear (Continued) screen when the latest firmware is released with “Firmware Update”. The Set or change Username • For character input, see page 85.
  • Page 115 SYSTEM SETUP Setting items Setting details ZONE2 Setup Default settings are underlined. Power On Level Last : Use the memorized setting from the last session. Define the volume setting – – – (0) : Always mute when power is turned on. Set the audio to play back with multi-zone (ZONE2).
  • Page 116 “Power On Level” display method. is stopped, etc. • The “Volume Display” setting applies to all zones. • Picture : Set the background to a picture (DENON logo). • Black : Set the background to black. Volume Limit : Make a setting for maximum volume.
  • Page 117 SYSTEM SETUP Setting items Setting details Setting items Setting details n When setting for zone (MAIN ZONE / ZONE2) Master Volume : Display the master volume during adjustment. Trigger Out (Continued) • Bottom : Display at the bottom. Select the condition for Trigger out is activated through linkage to the power of the zone set • Top : Display at the top.
  • Page 118 Use when receiving • If the upgrade is not successful, an error message identical to those in Only use this function if so instructed by a DENON serviceperson or maintenance from a DENON “Firmware Update” will appear on the display. Check the settings and installer.
  • Page 119 SYSTEM SETUP Language Default settings are underlined. Set the language for display on the menu screen. Setting details English / Español “Language” can also be set by the following procedure. However, the menu screen is not displayed. PRESET 1 PRESET 3 1.

  • Page 120: Information

    INFORMATION Show information about receiver settings, input signals, etc. Items Setting details Items Setting details Status n MAIN ZONE Analog/PCM 2ch / Digital 2ch / Digital 5.1ch / Multi ch Auto Surround Mode Show information about Show information about This item shows information about settings for MAIN ZONE. current settings.

  • Page 121: Operating The Connected Devices By Remote Control Unit

    Operating the connected devices by remote control unit Registering the supplied preset codes in the remote control unit Press the input source select button (vpage 26). enables you to operate devices made by other manufacturers. • The input source for the zone selected in step 1 is switched. SOURCE SELECT When the is pressed, the AMP-operation mode...

  • Page 122: Registering Preset Codes

    AMP- Category Brand Preset code select button operation mode. ZONE/DEVICE Z ZONE/DEVICE X Blu-ray Disc player DENON 32258 For switching power of each device on or off. Press MENU uio p ENTER RETURN B Satellite set top box...
  • Page 123 REMOTE SETUP GUIDE Please select the first letter of Device : DVD Device : DVD the brand name of the device. Brand : DENON Brand : DENON Code [1/3] 30490 Code [1/3] 30490 1. Press [INPUT SOURCE]. 1. Press [INPUT SOURCE].

  • Page 124: Operating Devices

    REMOTE SETUP GUIDE ENTER Enter code for the device you want Device : DVD Manual search Brand : DENON to operate has been registered (fast-reverse/fast-forward) Code [1/3] : 30490 Selected code is not matched. (vpage 118). Playback 1.
  • Page 125 Operating devices n DVD recorder (DVR) / Personal video recorder n TV operation n Set top box for satellite (SAT) / Cable (CBL) / (PVR) / video cassette recorder (VCR) operation IP TV operation Operation buttons Function CH +, – Switch channels (up/down) Operation buttons Function...

  • Page 126: Specifying The Zone Used With The Main Remote Control Unit

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

  • Page 127: Information

    Information Information Here, we list various information related to this unit. Please refer to this information as needed. F Part names and functions vpage 125 F Other information vpage 130 F Troubleshooting vpage 140 F Specifications vpage 145 F Index vpage 146...

  • Page 128: Part Names And Functions

    Part names and functions Front panel For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Q6 Q7 Q8 W1 W2 Power operation button USB/iPod port ········································································· (15) Remote control sensor ························································· (129) (ON/STANDBY) ································································· HDMI connector ········································································· (8) SOURCE SELECT knob ·····················································...

  • Page 129: Display

    Display Input signal indicators PARTY indicators Multi-zone indicators These light during party mode (vpage  74 “Party mode This lights up when ZONE2 (separate room) power is turned on Input signal channel indicators function”). (vpage 80). These light when digital signals are input. • ORGANIZER When playing HD Audio sources, the indicator lights when a...

  • Page 130: Rear Panel

    Rear panel See the page indicated in parentheses ( ). RS-232C connector ·································································· (18) HDMI connectors ··························································· 3, 8) NOTE FM/AM antenna terminals ····················································· (16) Digital audio connectors ······································· (10, 11, 12, 13) Do not touch the inner pins of the connectors on the rear panel. Electrostatic discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.

  • Page 131: Remote Control Unit

    Remote control unit For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). ZONE SELECT button ························ (80, 118) TV operation buttons (TV Z / X / INPUT) ···························· (121, 122) Zone mode indicators ······························ (118) Remote control signal transmitter ········· (129) Input source select buttons ·················...
  • Page 132 Remote control unit Inserting the batteries Operating range of the remote control unit Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it. q Slide the rear lid in the w Load the two batteries properly direction of the arrow and as indicated by the marks in remove it.

  • Page 133: Other Information

    Other information Trademark information n Trademark information (vpage 130) n Surround (vpage 131) This product uses the following technologies: n Relationship between video signals and monitor output (vpage 135) n Explanation of terms (vpage 137) “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards.

  • Page 134: Surround

    Surround This unit is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie theater. Surround modes and surround parameters This table shows the speakers that can be used in each surround mode and the surround parameters adjustable in each surround mode. Symbols in the table S This indicates the audio output channels or surround parameters that can be set.
  • Page 135 Surround Surround Parameters (vpage 95) Audyssey Settings z18 (vpage 98) NEO:6 Music PRO LOGIC g/gx Music mode only mode only Tone RESTORER PLgz Height AFDM Surround mode (vpage 52) Height Gain Surround Back Subwoofer Dynamic Dynamic EQ ® (vpage 97) (vpage 99) (vpage 96) (vpage 96) (vpage 97) MultEQ ®...
  • Page 136 Surround n Types of input signals, and corresponding surround modes This table shows the input signal that can be played in each surround mode. Check the audio signal of the input source then select the surround mode. Symbols in the table F This indicates the default surround mode.
  • Page 137 Surround Input signal types and formats DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL Surround mode (vpage 52) NOTE DTS-HD DTS-HD High DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DIGITAL ANALOG DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DIGITAL Master Resolution DSCRT MTRX DTS 96/24 EX (With no (multi ch) (2ch) EXPRESS...

  • Page 138: Relationship Between Video Signals And Monitor Output

    Relationship between video signals and monitor output MAIN ZONE MONITOR OUT Input connector Output connector Menu displayed Video Convert HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT VIDEO ON/OFF Only the menu is displayed S <VIDEO> S <VIDEO> S (VIDEO) A (VIDEO) S <S-VIDEO>...
  • Page 139 Relationship between video signals and monitor output Video signal resolution conversion table When “Video Convert” (vpage 90) is set to “ON”, “i/p Scaler” (vpage 90) is set to “Analog”, “Analog & HDMI” or “HDMI” are set, the resolution of the input video signal can be converted to a different resolution for output (vpage 5 “Converting input video signals for output (Video conversion function)”).

  • Page 140: Explanation Of Terms

    Explanation of terms Dolby Pro Logic g Dolby TrueHD Dolby TrueHD is a high definition audio technology Dolby Pro Logic g is a matrix decoding technology Deep Color Adobe RGB color, Adobe YCC601 color developed by Dolby Laboratories. developed by Dolby Laboratories, using lossless This technology allows expression of more number Like “x.v.Color”, each of these color spaces defines Regular music such as that on CDs is encoded into...
  • Page 141 Explanation of terms DTS-HD This audio technology provides higher sound quality FLAC HDCP Progressive (sequential scanning) and enhanced functionality than the conventional FLAC stands for Free lossless Audio Codec, and is a When transmitting digital signals between devices, This is a scanning system of video signal that DTS and is adopted as an optional audio for Blu-ray lossless free audio file format.
  • Page 142 Explanation of terms Windows Media DRM x.v.Color This is a copyright protection technology developed This function lets HDTVs display colors more by Microsoft. accurately. It enables display with natural, vivid Content providers are using the digital rights colors. “x.v.Color” is a Sony registered trademark. management technology for Windows Media contained in this device (WM-DRM) to protect ZONE2...

  • Page 143: Troubleshooting

    • This unit amplifier circuit has failed. Turn off the power and please – No picture appears. • Check the TV connection. power, the power contact the DENON service adviser. • Set the TV input correctly. indicator is blinking red in intervals of approximately 0.5 seconds.
  • Page 144 GAudioH Symptom Cause/Solution Page Symptom Cause/Solution Page DTS sound is not • Set “Decode Mode” on the menu to “Auto” or “DTS”. Audio is not output. • Check the connections for all devices. output. C 3, 8, 10,  1,  2,  Dolby TrueHD, DTS- • Make HDMI connections. 14, ...
  • Page 145 • A USB memory device that the set cannot recognize is connected. – • Set’s IP address is wrong. Check the set’s IP address. This is not a malfunction. DENON does not guarantee that all USB iPod cannot be • Some iPods do not support being used connected directly to the memory devices will operate or receive power.
  • Page 146 AirPlay installed. Update to the latest firmware. (“Incorrect not displayed.) Username or www.rhapsody.com/denon No sound. • The volume in iTunes or on the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad is set to – Password” is the minimum setting. Adjust the volume to the optimum level.

  • Page 147: Resetting The Microprocessor

    Resetting the microprocessor Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations cannot be performed. When the microprocessor is reset, all the settings are reset to their default values. ON/STANDBY PRESET CHANNEL 2 PRESET CHANNEL 3 Turn off the power using ON/STANDBY Press ON/STANDBY...

  • Page 148: Specifications

    Specifications n Audio section n Video section • Power amplifier • Standard video connectors Rated output: Front: Input/output level and impedance: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω 105 W + 105 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 5 Hz – 10 MHz — 0, –3 dB Frequency response: 135 W + 135 W (6 Ω, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) • Color component video connector...
  • Page 149 Index S-Video cable ··················································· 13 Downmix ·························································· 137 Video cable ······························ 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 DRC ···································································· 95 INFORMATION ················································ 117 v Numerics Center Image ····················································· 95 DTS ·································································· 137 Audio Input Signal ·········································· 117 Center Width ······················································ 95 DTS 96/24 ······················································...
  • Page 150 Progressive ······················································ 138 Surround Back ···················································· 96 Progressive Mode ·············································· 90 Surround back speaker ····················· 57, 58, 59, 61 Option Setup ···················································· 113 Protection circuit ·············································· 138 Surround Mode ·········································· 52, 131 Add New Feature··········································· 115 Surround Parameters ········································· 95 Dimmer ··························································...
  • Page 151 Dimensions Unit : in. (mm) 17 1/8 (435.0) Weight : 24 lbs 4 oz (11.0 kg)
  • Page 152 D&M Holdings Inc. 3520 10042 009D...

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