Denon AVR-790 Owner's Manual

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Page 1 AV SURROUND RECEIVER AVR-790 Owner’s Manual Manuel de l’Utilisateur b The illustrations used for explaining operations in this manual show the buttons of the remote control unit. The same operations can be performed using the buttons with the same names on the main unit panel.
Page 2 ENGLISH FRANCAIS IMPOTANT SAFETY SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: INSTRUCTIONS • The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, CAUTION etc. Read these instructions. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK • No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be Keep these instructions.
Page 3 2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 3. NOTE This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 •...
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Other Information ·······························································55 Operating Range of the Remote Control Unit ······························3 number of channels (Standard Playback) ····································42 Part Names and Functions ···························································4 w Playing in a DENON original surround mode ··························43 Front Panel ····················································································4 e Direct Playback ·······································································43 Display ··························································································5 Troubleshooting ···································································61...
Page 5: Flow Of Operations Through Playback
After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference. Perform the operations leading to playback on the AVR-790 in the order shown below. Accessories Connections Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
Page 6: Cautions On Handling
• Moving the unit Unit Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power In addition to the AVR-790, the included remote control unit (RC- outlet. 1117) can also be used to operate the equipment listed below.
Page 7: Part Names And Functions
ENGLISH Part Names and Functions Front Panel Button that function in the same way as remote control buttons For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Power operation button MASTER VOLUME control knob ··············· (38) (ON/STANDBY) ··········································...
Page 8: Display
ENGLISH Part Names and Functions Display Decoder indicators AUDYSSEY indicator The indicator for the currently operating decoder These light as shown below in the different lights. modes (vpage 46). Input audio signal indicators During “MultEQ” operation Information display The input source name, surround mode, setting values and other information are displayed During “MultEQ”...
Page 9: Rear Panel
ENGLISH Part Names and Functions Rear Panel HDMI connectors ······································· (13) Analog audio connectors ·························· (14) ZONE2 connectors ····································(51) Digital audio connectors ··························· (14) FM/AM antenna terminals ························ (17) COMPONENT VIDEO connectors ············· (14) Control Dock for iPod S-Video input terminal VIDEO connectors ·····································...
Page 10: Remote Control Unit
Remote control signal transmitter Front Rear control Indicator ····················································· (52) Power buttons ··········································· (17) Operations on the AVR-790 QUICK SELECT buttons ···························· (50) Operations on six devices other that SOURCE SELECT button ·························· (38) the AVR-790 System buttons ········································· (52) MENU button ············································...
Page 11: Connections
ENGLISH Connections Connection Flow Important Information Installing/Setting the Speakers (vpage 10) Connections for all compatible audio and video signal formats Cables Used for Connections are described in this owner’s manual. Please select the types of connections suited for the equipment you are connecting. Select the cables according to the equipment being connected.
Page 12: Converting Input Video Signals For Output
:DVD formats. MODE:STEREO • The resolution of the video signal input to the AVR-790’s HDMI terminal is the resolution set at “Resolution” [ENT]:Select Master Volume -80.0dB (vpage 34). (1080p HDMI signals and 1080p component signals are output at 1080p, regardless of the Status display: The operating status is displayed temporarily on the setting.)
Page 13: Installing/Setting The Speakers
ENGLISH Installing/Setting the Speakers When 7.1ch (Surround Back Speaker) Connected When 5.1ch Connected • The AVR-790 is compatible with various types of surround playback. Front speakers Front speakers • Decide on the surround modes to be played on z1: 22 ~ 30˚...
Page 14: Connecting The Speakers
The signals output from the AVR-790’s SURR. BACK/AMP ASSIGN speaker terminals can be switched to signals of the surround mode being used (vpage 25 “Amp Assign”). Amp assign mode SURR. BACK/AMP ASSIGN Example of speaker installation...
Page 15: Connecting Devices
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – These connections make for higher quality playback sound with no (black) polarities on the speakers being connected to the AVR-790, and interference between the signals of the bass and treble units.
Page 16: Connecting Devices Not Equipped With Hdmi Terminals
HDMI logo is indicated (a non-HDMI-certified product). The audio signals output from the HDMI connectors are only the • When the AVR-790 is connected to other devices with HDMI cables, HDMI input signals. also connect the AVR-790 and TV using an HDMI cable.
Page 17 CD Player Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player ASD-3W sold separately) to connect the iPod to the AVR-790. For instructions on the control dock for iPod settings, refer to the control Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
Page 18 NOTE NOTE • To record video signals through the AVR-790, use the same type of video To record video signals through the AVR-790, use the same type cable for connection between the AVR-790 and the player as the cable used of video cable for connection between the AVR-790 and the player for connection between the AVR-790 and the recorder.
Page 19: Other Devices
Connecting Devices not Equipped with HDMI terminals SIRIUS Connector Other Devices • The AVR-790 is a SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready ® receiver. You can receive SIRIUS® Satellite Radio by Video Camera / Game Console connecting to the SiriusConnect Home Tuner and subscribing to the SIRIUS service.
Page 20: Once Connections Are Completed
ENGLISH Once Connections are Connecting Devices not Equipped with HDMI terminals Antenna terminals Completed Return the lever. Direction of broadcasting station Turning the Power On FM antenna NOTE Press • Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously. The power indicator lights red and the 75 Ω/ohms •...
Page 21: Settings
ENGLISH Settings With the AVR-790, settings and operations for most functions can be performed by operating while looking at the menus displayed on the monitor screen. Menu map uiop P ress to P ress to U se to select the item,...
Page 22: Examples Of On-Screen Display And Front Display
ENGLISH Examples of On-screen Display and Front Display Below we describe typical examples of displays on the TV screen and on the set’s display window. On-screen Display Front Display Description Top menu display MENU : The menu items are displayed here. 1.Parameter : The selected line is displayed here.
Page 23: Making The Optimum Settings For The Connected Speakers Automatically (Audyssey Auto Setup)
ENGLISH Making the Optimum Settings for the Connected Speakers Automatically (Audyssey Auto Setup) The acoustic characteristics of the connected speakers and listening room are measured and the optimum settings are made automatically. Audyssey Auto Setup Flow Important Information Audyssey MultEQ ® automatically measures the acoustical FHL : Front height speaker (L) Step 1 :Connect the included Setup problems in the listening environment to create the best audio...
Page 24 When using a subwoofer on which the volume can be adjusted and the crossover frequency can be set Check the speaker connections. The signals output from the AVR-790’s SURR. BACK/AMP ASSIGN speaker terminals can be switched to signals of the surround mode “...
Page 25 ENGLISH Making the Optimum Settings for the Connected Speakers Automatically (Audyssey Auto Setup) Step 3 : Performing the Audyssey Auto Setup Procedure Perform Step 4 repeatedly for the 3rd, 4th, 5th, and Press • The Audyssey Auto Setup function detects the presence of each speaker and automatically calculates the speaker size, channel 6th measurments.
Page 26 Speaker :None • The front L speaker was not properly detected. the speakers are not connected properly. Turn the AVR-790 off, check the speaker connections and repeat the measurement process from Retry Cancel the beginning.
Page 27 ENGLISH Making the Optimum Settings for the Connected Speakers Automatically (Audyssey Auto Setup) Check Audyssey Auto Setup Measurement Results (Parameter Check) This is displayed after the Audyssey Auto Setup procedure is completed. 3-2.Parameter Check Press to select “Parameter Check”, Speaker Config.Check Distance Chenck then press Channel Level Check Crossover Freq.Check...
Page 28: Making Detailed Settings (Manual Setup)
ENGLISH Making detailed settings (Manual Setup) Use this procedure to change the Audyssey Auto Setup settings or to change the various audio, Making the speaker settings (Speaker Setup) video and display settings. The set can be used without changing these settings. Make these settings as necessary. Default settings are underlined.
Page 29 ENGLISH Making detailed settings (Manual Setup) Setting contents Setting contents Setting items Setting items Speaker Config. Surround : Set the presence and size of the Surround speakers. Bass Setting Subwoofer Mode : Select low range signal to be reproduced by •...
Page 30 ENGLISH Making detailed settings (Manual Setup) Setting contents Setting contents Setting items Setting items Channel Level Test Tone Start : Output test tones. Crossover Frequency • Always set the crossover frequency to “80 Hz” . When using small F L (Front L)/ C (Center)/ FR (Front R)/ SR (Surround R)/ Set the volume of the test speakers, however, we recommend setting the crossover frequency...
Page 31 OFF : Not compensated. to “ON” . for timing shift in audio and video output. HDMI Audio Out Amp : Use speakers connected to AVR-790 for audio playback. Select HDMI audio output TV : Use speakers of TV for audio playback. device. NOTE When the HDMI control function is operating, the setting of audio playback in the connected TV takes priority (vpage 49 “Controlling HDMI-...
Page 32 ENGLISH Making detailed settings (Manual Setup) Setting items Setting contents Making the audio settings (Audio Setup) Auto Surround Mode ON : Memorize settings. Most recently stored surround mode is Default settings are underlined. Make setting for memorizing automatically selected. surround mode setting for OFF : Do not memorize settings.
Page 33 ENGLISH Making detailed settings (Manual Setup) Making the ZONE2 settings (ZONE2 Setup) Making other settings (Option Setup) Default settings are underlined. Default settings are underlined. Make settings for audio playback in a ZONE2 system. Setting items Setting contents “ZONE2 Setup” is displayed when ZONE2 is selected with “Amp Assign” (vpage 25). Volume Display : Set the volume display method.
Page 34 ENGLISH Making detailed settings (Manual Setup) Setting items Setting contents Setting items Setting contents On-Screen Display Quick Select Name Default : The changed display names are reset to the defaults. Tuner Information This sets the time the on-screen display is displayed Make the settings related to when a tuner operation is performed.
Page 35: Making The Input Settings (Input Setup)
ENGLISH Making the input settings (Input Setup) Examples of Menu Screen Displays Make the settings related to the currently selected input source. Assign Video Input Mode Before displaying the menu screen, press to switch to the input source to be set. 5-1-1.Input Assign 5-2.Video 5-3.Input Mode...
Page 36 VCR (iPod) connector. TV is not compatible with HDMI audio signal playback, only the video • Even if “iPod Dock” is set to “Assign” , if AVR-790 and control dock signals are output to the monitor. for iPod are not connected, the input is used as the normal input •...
Page 37: Input Mode
ENGLISH Making the input settings (Input Setup) Changing the Input Source’s Input Mode and Decoding mode Making the video settings (Video) (Input Mode) Default settings are underlined. Default settings are underlined. The items that can be set depend on the input source and the “Assign” setting. The selectable input modes depend on the input source and “Assign”...
Page 38: Source Level
OFF : Cancel repeat mode. (space) 01 2 34 5 6 7 89 GNumbersH Shuffle n When DENON control dock for iPod ASD-1R or ASD-11R is Default Yes : Reset to the defaults. Make settings for shuffle connected The changed display names No : Do not reset to the defaults.
Page 39 ENGLISH Making the input settings (Input Setup) Presetting Radio Stations (Auto Preset) Assign Name to a Preset Memory (Preset Name) Default settings are underlined. Default settings are underlined. Setting items Setting contents Setting items Setting contents Auto Preset Preset Name This can be set when the source is set to TUNER . This can be set when the source is set to TUNER .
Page 40: Antenna Aiming
ENGLISH Making the input settings (Input Setup) Check the SIRIUS Radio Reception Sensitivity Setting Radio Reception Restrictions (Parental Lock) (Antenna Aiming) Default settings are underlined. Default settings are underlined. Setting items Setting contents Setting items Setting contents Lock Setting This can be set when the source is set to SIRIUS . channel radio Antenna Aiming...
Page 41: Playback
T urn on the power of the TV, subwoofer and player. Listening to music on an iPod ® Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts (vpage 39) ② Set the TV’s input to the AVR-790. Front Listening to SIRIUS Satellite Radio Programs ③...
Page 42: Listening To Fm/Am Broadcasts
Depending on the type of iPod and the software version, some Select the desired surround mode. functions may not operate. (vpage 42 “Selecting the Surround Mode”) Basic Operation • DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any loss of iPod Set to “MAIN/TV” and Front Adjust the desired sound field effects. data.
Page 43: Listening To Sirius Satellite Radio Programs
ENGLISH Playing Components Family friendly packages are also available to restrict channels featuring NOTE Press to select “FM” or “AM”. Rear content that may be inappropriate for children. Preset stations are erased by overwriting them. To subscribe to XM, U.S. customers should visit xmradio.com or call Listening to Preset Stations 1-800-XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346);...
Page 44 ENGLISH Playing Components Searching Categories Front Press • The channel switches continuously when The strength of both the SIRIUS and terrestrial signals can be checked at menu “Antenna Aiming” (vpage 37). is pressed and held. Channel category CAT : Pops Front Presetting Radio Channels (Preset Memory) •...
Page 45: Operations During Playback
ENGLISH Playing Components Selecting the Surround Mode Operations During Playback Select a surround mode to enjoy surround playback with your favorite sound field effects. Turning Off the Sound Temporarily (Muting) q Playing sources according to the sources’ audio signal format/number of channels Front Press (Standard Playback)
Page 46: Playing In A Denon Original Surround Mode
(left or right), so input to both channels. z2：This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Matrix 6.1” and the AVR-790’s “AFDM” setting (vpage 45) is set to “ON” . z3：This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Discrete 6.1”...
Page 47: Stereo Playback
ENGLISH Selecting the Surround Mode Adjusting the Sound Field Effects (Parameter) r Stereo Playback The sound being played in the surround mode can be adjusted to your liking. This is the mode for playing in stereo. The tone can be adjusted. The items (parameters) that can be adjusted depend on the signal being input and the currently set surround Sound is output from the front left and right speakers and mode.
Page 48 ENGLISH Adjusting the Sound Field Effect (Parameter) Setting items Setting contents Setting items Setting contents Center Image 1.0 (0.3) AFDM (Auto Flag Detect ON : Set. Mode) OFF : Do not set. Assign center channel signal Detects the source’s surround to front left and right channels back channel signal and sets for wider sound.
Page 49: Adjusting The Tone (Tone Control)
ENGLISH Adjusting the Sound Field Effect (Parameter) Setting items Setting contents Making the MultEQ, Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume Front Height ON : Use the front height channel. settings (Audyssey Settings) OFF : Do not use the front height channel. Set whether or not to use Default settings are underlined.
Page 50: Adjust Tonal Quality For Each Speaker Using Graphic Equalizer (Manual
ENGLISH Adjusting the Sound Field Effect (Parameter) Setting items Setting contents Setting items Setting contents Dynamic EQ ON : Use Dynamic EQ function. Setting Day : Low setting provides the least adjustments to the loudest and OFF : Do not use Dynamic EQ function. softest of sounds.
Page 51: Restoring Compressed Audio To Nearly Pre-Compressed Conditions For Playback (Restorer)
ENGLISH Adjusting the Sound Field Effect (Parameter) Checking the Status (Information) Restoring compressed audio to nearly pre-compressed conditions for playback (RESTORER) Setting items Setting contents Default settings are underlined. Status Select Source / Surround Mode / Input Mode / Decode Mode / HDMI / Digital / Component / iPod Dock / Video Select / Source Level / i/p Shows information...
Page 52: Convenient Functions
Rear Press to set “OFF” . • To play the TV’s sound on the AVR-790, make optical digital • The “SLEEP” indicator on the display turns connections (vpage 13 “Connecting the TV”). If the HDMI control function does not operate properly, check the off.
Page 53: Adjust The Volume Of The Different Speakers
ENGLISH Naming Quick Select settings Adjust the volume of the Saving frequently used settings “Quick Select Name” (vpage 31). different speakers (Quick Select Function) You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback This function allows you to save all the settings shown in step ZONE2 settings sources or to suit your taste, as described below.
Page 54: Playing 2-Channel Sound In Zone2 (Multizone Function)
“w ZONE2 playback by audio output”. The audio signals connected to the AVR-790’s ZONE2 output terminals q ZONE2 playback by speaker output (ZONE2 OUT) are output to the ZONE2’s amplifier and played with that w Z ONE2 playback by audio output (PRE OUT) (using an Set the remote control unit’s...
Page 55: Operating The Connected Devices By Remote Control Unit
ENGLISH Operating the Connected Devices by Remote Control Unit Registering Preset Codes Operating Registered Devices iPod DENON and other makes of components can be operated by setting the preset memory. Switch Front MAIN/TV : To operate the TV Switch DEVICE...
Page 56 Default setting HITACHI (014) 0 ~ 9, +10 Number input / Track selection (Preset code) BD Player DVD Player Special Remarks Default setting DENON DENON z : When (Preset code) punch through function (111) ＊ (121) (vpage 54) is set, this functions as the...
Page 57: Assigning Buttons That Are Not Used To Operate Other Devices (Punch Through Function)
Rear SAT/CBL : Assigning satellite receiver or cable TV buttons to SETUP Setup 0 ~ 9, +10 Number input / Track selection operate other devices RETURN Return Default setting DENON Front Rear Front Rear (111) (Preset code) Press and at the same time. 0 ~ 9, +10 Channels The indicator starts flashing.
Page 58: Other Information
ENGLISH Other Information Surround The AVR-790 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. Dolby Surround DTS Surround...
Page 59 ENGLISH Surround DTS 96/24 Audyssey Dynamic Volume™ DTS 96/24 is a digital audio format enabling high sound quality Audyssey Dynamic Volume solves the problem of large variations in playback in 5.1-channels with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz and 24 volume level between television programs, commercials, and between bit quantization on DVD-Video.
Page 60: Surround Modes And Parameters
ENGLISH Surround Surround Modes and Parameters Signals and adjustability in the different modes Channel output Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses) Surround mode Surround Surround Front Height D. Comp AFDM Front L/R Center Subwoofer SB CH Out Cinema EQ. Mode Room Size Effect...
Page 61 ENGLISH Surround Signals and adjustability in the different modes Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses) NEO:6 MUSIC Surround mode Dynamic PRO LOGIC g/gx MUSIC mode only EXT. IN only Tone Dynamic EQ RESTORER mode only MultEQ Volume (NOTE4) (NOTE5) (NOTE7) (NOTE6) Panorama...
Page 62 ENGLISH Surround Differences in Surround Mode Names Depending on the Input Signals Button Input signals DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY Note Linear Linear DTS-HD DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY ANALOG Surround mode High DOLBY DIGITAL DIGITAL EX Master DSCRT...
Page 63 ENGLISH Surround Button Input signals DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY Note Linear Linear DTS-HD DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY Surround mode ANALOG High DOLBY DIGITAL DIGITAL Master DSCRT MTRX DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL Resolution (5.1ch) 96/24 TrueHD EX (With...
Page 64: Troubleshooting
• Please re-install AVR-790 in a – In this case, disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase. will flash in red place having good ventilation.
Page 65 • Check the connections. 13 ~ 16 speaker. • “S.Back” setting • Set to something other than appears. AVR-790 and monitor are faulty. “None” . “None” . • The monitor’s input setting is • Set properly. – • The “Parameter” – “Surround •...
Page 66 When you only want to operate Code [ ]” is into “[ ]”. AVR-790 has the the power on/off each device, set displayed. same operations. “Power Off Control” to “OFF” . ⋅ Power ON/OFF After scroll displays “Call 888-539- ..” twice, displays “Call SIRIUS” .
Page 67: Restoring All The Settings To As They Were At The Time Of Purchase (Resetting The Microprocessor)
ENGLISH Restoring all the settings to as they were at the Specifications time of purchase (Resetting the Microprocessor) Audio section • Power amplifier Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations cannot be performed. Rated output: Front : When the microprocessor is reset, all the settings are reset to their default values.
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