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AV SURROUND RECEIVER
AVR-4308CI
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Use this manual in combination with the operating
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GUI Menu Operation (vpage 23)
GUI Menu Map (vpage 24)

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  • Page 1 raphical ser nterface Use this manual in combination with the operating guide displayed on the GUI screen. GUI Menu Operation (vpage 23) GUI Menu Map (vpage 24) AV SURROUND RECEIVER AVR-4308CI Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Safety Instructions

    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 –...
  • Page 3 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Connections to Other Devices ····················································· 16 Direct Playback ·············································································44 Audio Setup ··················································································31 Components Equipped with a DENON LINK connector ·············· 16 Playback in the Pure Direct Mode ················································44 a EXT. IN Setup ·········································································· 31 Video Camera / Game Console ···················································· 17 s 2ch Direct/Stereo ····································································...

  • Page 5: Getting Started

    Audio Input Signal ········································································48 Convenient Functions ··································································62 HDMI Information ·········································································48 Channel Level ···············································································62 Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper Fader Function ·············································································62 a Signal Information ···································································48 operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the Quick Select Function ··································································62...

  • Page 6: Cautions On Handling

    (RC-1068) can also be used to operate the equipment listed below. • The supplied batteries are only for verifying operation. no problems with the connection cables. q DENON system components • When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction, w Non-DENON system components •...

  • Page 7: Part Names And Functions

    D.LINK indicator SOURCE SELECT knob······························· (39) Output signal channel indicators This lights when playing using DENON LINK SOURCE button ·········································· (39) Surround speaker indicators connections. These light according to the settings of the TUNING PRESET button ····························...

  • Page 8: Rear Panel

    PRE OUT connectors ····························· (17 , 21) USB port ······················································ (18) AC OUTLETS ··············································· (22) EXT. IN connectors ····································· (17) XM connector (SAT TU) ······························ (18) AC inlet (AC IN) ··········································· (22) SIGNAL GND terminal ······························· (13) DENON LINK connector ····························· (16)

  • Page 9: Remote Control Unit

    Remote Control Unit n Main remote control unit (RC-1068) n Sub remote control unit (RC-1070) Signal transmission indicator ··················· (64) ZONE indicators·········································· (72) Mode select buttons ·································· (64) Advanced setup button ······························ (72) Quick select / System call buttons ····· (62, 68) Input source select buttons ·······················...

  • Page 10: Connections

    Stereo pin-plug cable (Yellow) 75 Ω/ohms pin-plug video cable Analog connections (monaural, for subwoofer) (Black) Audio and video cables Pin-plug cable HDMI connections DENON LINK connections 19-pin HDMI cable DENON LINK cable Signal direction Speaker connections Audio signal: Video signal: Output...

  • Page 11: Video Conversion Function

    Video Conversion Function • When not using this function, connect a monitor output with the same type of connector as the video • This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-4308CI into the input connector. format used to output the video signals from the AVR-4308CI to a monitor.

  • Page 12: Speaker Connections

    Speaker Connections Speaker Connections Example: 7 .1-channels (Surround A+B) and ZONE2 use Speaker Installation Surround back Front speakers Center speaker Subwoofer The illustration below shows a basic example of installation of the amplifier combined with 8 speakers and speakers a monitor. Subwoofer Center speaker Subwoofer...
  • Page 13 If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no counterclockwise to loosen it. problems in the ventilation around the set nor in the connections, the set may be damaged. Turn the power off, then contact a DENON Insert the speaker cable’s core wire to service center.

  • Page 14: Connecting Equipment With Hdmi Connectors

    Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors NOTE • Use a CPPM-compatible DVD player to play DVD-Audio discs that are copyright-protected by CPPM. With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred with a single cable. • The AVR-4308CI cannot be controlled from another device via the HDMI cable. •...

  • Page 15: Connecting The Monitor

    Connecting the Monitor Connecting the Playback Components • Connect the cables to be used (vpage 8 “Video Conversion Function”). Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect • With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred with a single cable. correctly.

  • Page 16: Record Player

    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 AVR-4308CI. For instructions on the Control CD player Dock for iPod settings, refer to the Control Dock for iPod’s operating instructions.

  • Page 17: Tv/Cable Tuner

    TV/CABLE Tuner Satellite Receiver Connect the cables to be used. Connect the cables to be used. TV tuner DBS / BS tuner When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at GUI menu “Source • When using a coaxial digital cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at GUI menu “Source Select”...

  • Page 18: Connecting The Recording Components

    Connecting the Recording Components Video Cassette Recorder Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect Connect the cables to be used. correctly. Video cassette recorder Digital Video Recorder Connect the cables to be used. Digital video recorder •...

  • Page 19: Cd Recorder / Md Recorder / Tape Deck

    Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-4308CI’s OPTICAL3 output connector to any input connector other than OPTICAL3. To use with DENON LINK connections, make the settings at GUI menu “Source Select” – “Assign” – “Digital” – “DENON LINK” (vpage 42).

  • Page 20: Video Camera / Game Console

    Video Camera / Game Console Component with Multi-channel Output External Power Amplifier connectors Video camera / Game console Power amplifier DVD player / Super Audio CD player / External decoder When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel (SBL).

  • Page 21: Usb Port

    USB Port XM Connector ® ® n Front panel n Rear panel • The AVR-4308CI is an XM Ready receiver. You can receive XM Satellite Radio by connecting to the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock USB memory device USB memory device (includes home antenna, each sold separately) and subscribing to the XM service.

  • Page 22: Antenna Terminals

    HD Radio Antenna terminals HD Radio is a service that is only available within the United States. An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly. AM loop antenna (large, for HD Radio broadcasting, supplied) AM/FM • To prevent interference, install at least 3.3 feet/ 1 m away from the antenna connected to the Direction of broadcasting station AVR-4308CI’s other AM tuner terminal.

  • Page 23: Network Audio

    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 [Wired LAN] to use the AVR-4308CI’s Internet radio function and firmware Computer NOTE update.

  • Page 24: Multi Zone

    Multi Zone External Controller ZONE2 or ZONE3 Pre-out Connections • If another power amplifier or pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 or ZONE3 pre-out (variable or fixed level) connectors can be used to play a different program source in ZONE2 or ZONE3 RS-232C connector the same time (vpage 72 ~ 76).

  • Page 25: Connecting The Power Cord

    Connecting the Power Cord Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord. To household power outlet Power cord (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) (included) Connection to the AC outlets • These outlets supply power to external audio devices.

  • Page 26: Gui Menu Operations

    Examples of GUI Screen Displays Some typical examples are described below. GUI Menu Operations Example: Browse Menu (Top Menu) Cursor Position Display With the AVR-4308CI, settings and operations for most functions can n Icon be performed by operating while looking at the GUI menus displayed on the monitor screen.

  • Page 27: Gui Menu Map

    GUI Menu Map Information Source Select (vpage 39 ~ 43) (vpage 47 , 48) n TUNER (FM/AM) n PHONO n CD, DVD, HDP , TV/CBL, n NET/USB n XM n HD Radio n Status • Play • Input Mode SAT, VCR, DVR, V.AUX •...

  • Page 28: Preparations

    Preparations Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to SETUP MIC jack on the main unit. Auto Setup The auto setup screen appears automatically. ® • Audyssey MultEQ XT automatically measures the acoustical Sound problems in the listening environment to create the best audio receptor experience for your home theater.

  • Page 29: Auto Setup

    Configuration STEP2: Measurement Auto Setup The speaker system to be measured can be selected ahead of time After completing a measurement position, move the microphone to here. Optimize settings for speakers in use. the next position. [Selectable items] 7.1 (B) 7.1 5.1 F Menu tree F Measure at least 6 positions (main listening position and at least 5 other...

  • Page 30: Error Messages

    Error Messages s Option If the auto setup procedure could not be completed due to speaker installation, the measuring environment, etc., an error Select settings for room EQ, mic, etc. message is displayed. If this happens, check the relevant items, be sure to take the necessary measures, then perform the auto setup procedure over again.

  • Page 31: Manual Setup

    Surround A d Distance Select surround speakers A use and size. Set distance from listening position to speakers. Before making the settings, measure the distance from [Selectable items] Large Small None Manual Setup the listening position to the different speakers. Surround B Feet / Meters Make detail settings for various parameters.

  • Page 32: Channel Level

    f Channel Level h Surround Speaker • When the GUI menu “Speaker Configuration” – “Surround Back” Adjust channel levels to obtain equal volume from all Select surround speakers to use for each surround mode. setting (vpage 28) is set to “1spkr” , the surround back speaker speakers.

  • Page 33: Hdmi Setup

    HDMI Setup d Progressive Mode j Auto Lip Sync Make settings for HDMI video/audio output. Select optimum progressive mode for video material. Automatic compensation for timing shift in audio and video output. [Selectable items] Auto Video1 Video2 F Menu tree F [Selectable items] Manual Setup HDMI Setup...

  • Page 34: Audio Setup

    Audio Setup s 2ch Direct/Stereo d Downmix Option Make settings for audio playback. Make speaker settings for 2-channel mode playback. Set dynamic range for downmix playback of Dolby Digital sources. Setting F Menu tree F [Selectable items] Manual Setup To change the settings, select “Custom” . Audio Setup [Selectable items] Basic...

  • Page 35: Manual

    • 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”.
  • Page 36 (vpage 35 “Proxy settings”). w S elect the access point. Example) DENON e I f there is an encryption setting for the access point you selected in step w, enter same encryption key as used for the access point.
  • Page 37 U se the uio p button to input the “Key” (encryption key) and n Manual settings r U se the ui button to select the Security and press the i ENTER press the button. button. Enter the same encryption key as used for the access point. [Selectable items] [Characters that can be input] None :...

  • Page 38: Other

    PC Language r U se the o p button to select the proxy server input method, and Set the IP address. then press the i button. Select computer environment language. [Selectable items] For details, see page 32, 33 “Wired LAN settings” in step 3. [Selectable items] ara chi (smpl) chi (trad) cze dan Address : Select when inputting by address.

  • Page 39: Zone Setup

    Rch Level Zone Setup Adjust the right channel output level. Make settings for audio playback in a multi- zone system. –12dB ~ ~ +12dB [Variable range] F Menu tree F Channel Manual Setup Switch between stereo and mono output. Zone Setup a ZONE2 [Selectable items] Stereo Mono...

  • Page 40: Option Setup

    Format Option Setup s Volume Control Select the video output signal format to match the monitor. Set the main zone volume setting. Make various other settings. [Selectable items] NTSC Volume Limit F Menu tree F NOTE Manual Setup Make a setting for maximum volume. When a format other than the video format of the connected monitor Option Setup is set, the picture will not be displayed properly.

  • Page 41: Trigger Out 1

    Make setting for 2-way remote control unit. • Associated with respect to surround modes that are set to “ON” . Only use this function if so instructed by a DENON serviceperson or • This can be set if the “MAIN ZONE” setting at “Setting with Respect installer.

  • Page 42: A5 Add New Feature

    Source Select upgrade. TUNER Information regarding the “Firmware Update” function and “Add New Feature” will be announced on the DENON web site each time related When you purchase a new function and register your user information, PHONO plans are defined.

  • Page 43: Settings Related To Playing Input Sources

    d Preset Skip Source Select To operate the AVR-4308CI using the main remote control unit, set the Set the preset memories that you do not want to display remote control unit to the AMP mode (vpage 64 “Remote Control when tuning. a Play Unit Operations”).

  • Page 44: Input Mode

    Decode Mode Video Convert g Input Mode Set the decode mode for this source. Automatically convert video input signal to monitor output format. Make input mode and decode mode settings for this source. [Input source] CD DVD HDP TV/CBL [Input source] DVD HDP TV/CBL The selectable input modes depend on the input source V.AUX...

  • Page 45: Assign

    HDMI3 None None HDMI4 None z: When a DENON DVD player and the DENON LINK have been setting connected, be sure to make a setting to “DENON LINK” . NOTE A0 Playback Mode • With HDMI, the video and audio signals are transferred simultaneously.

  • Page 46: A1 Still Picture

    A1 Still Picture Select the “Cinema” , “Music” , “Game” and “Pro Logic” modes at GUI Make settings for still picture (JPEG) playback. menu “Parameter” – “Audio” – “Surround Parameters” – “Mode” Surround Modes (vpage 44). [Input source] NET/USB Playing Multi-channel Sources Slide Show (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.)

  • Page 47: Dsp Simulation Playback

    Direct Playback DSP Simulation Playback The desired mode according to the program source and [Selectable items] viewing situation can be selected from among 10 DENON Parameter original surround modes. DIRECT The surround parameters can be adjusted (vpage 80, 81) In this mode the signals bypass the tone control circuitry for high to achieve an even more realistic, powerful sound field.
  • Page 48 Cinema EQ Dimension AFDM Soften treble range movie soundtracks better Shift sound image center to front or rear, to adjust playback balance. Auto-select surround mode by source. understanding. This function only works for software containing a special identification 0 ~ 3 ~ 6 [Variable range] signal.

  • Page 49: Tone

    Subwoofer Att. d Room EQ f RESTORER Attenuate subwoofer level when using EXT. IN mode. Select room equalizer for current environment. This function restores compressed audio signals to how they were before compression and corrects the sense of volume [Selectable items] [Selectable items] of the bass and treble to obtain richer playback sound.

  • Page 50: Night Mode

    g Night Mode Picture Adjust Optimized setting for late-night listening. Adjust the picture quality. Information [Selectable items] Middle High F Menu tree F Parameter Operating from the main remote control unit Picture Adjust Status Press the NGT button. a Contrast The “...

  • Page 51: Audio Input Signal

    Audio Input Signal HDMI Information Quick Select Shows information about audio input Shows information about HDMI input/output Shows information about quick select signals. signals and monitor. settings. F Menu tree F F Menu tree F F Menu tree F Information Information Information Audio Input Signal...

  • Page 52: Playback

    Turning Off the Sound Temporarily (Muting) <TUNING PRESET> [MUTE] Press Playback SOURCE SELECT <PHONES> <MASTER VOLUME> To cancel, press [MUTE] 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>...

  • Page 53: Listening To Fm/Am Broadcasts

    Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts Presetting Radio Stations Listening to Preset Stations (Preset Memory) Operation on the Main Unit Basic Operation Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset. <TUNING PRESET>...

  • Page 54: Listening To Xm Satellite Radio Programs

    Listening to XM Satellite Radio Basic Operation <SOURCE SELECT> <STATUS> Programs <SOURCE SELECT> [SAT TU] Either turn or press (AMP mode) to select “XM”. About XM Radio : ”Source Select” (vpage 39, 40) 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 premier sports, news, talk radio, comedy, children’s and entertainment...

  • Page 55: Checking The Xm Signal Strength And Radio

    Checking the XM Signal Strength and Accessing XM Radio Channels Directly Basic Operation Radio ID [SEARCH] <SOURCE SELECT> [DTU] Press Either turn or press (AMP mode) to select “HD Radio”. <SOURCE SELECT> [SAT TU] Either turn or press (AMP mode) to select “XM”. : “Source Select”...

  • Page 56: Selecting Audio Programs

    Basic Operation Check the HD Radio Reception [ iPod] Make the necessary preparations. Information NET/DTU] q S et the iPod in the DENON Control Dock for iPod. (DEVICE2 mode) [8],[9], <STATUS> Press while an HD Radio broadcast is being (vSee the Control Dock for iPod’s operating instructions.) [6],[7], received.

  • Page 57: Listening To Music

    • When unable to operate by the remote control unit, use the iPod [Selectable items] Albums Songs • DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any loss of iPod unit. data. : ”Source Select” – “(input source)” –...

  • Page 58: Playing Network Audio Or Usb Memory Devices

    When using Windows Vista, there is no need to download a new AVR-4308CI. 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.

  • Page 59: Basic Operation

    Stopping playback temporarily Basic Operation During playback, press ENTER. <SOURCE SELECT> Press again to resume playback. Make the necessary preparations. To stop q Check the network environment, then turn on the AVR-4308CI’s During the play or pause mode, press and hold ENTER. power.

  • Page 60: Listening To Internet Radio

    Listening to Internet Radio Presetting Internet Radio Stations Preset Internet radio stations can be selected directly. ENTER to select “Internet Radio”, then press While the Internet radio station you want to preset is [MEMO] playing, press to select the item you want to play, then ENTER press ENTER...

  • Page 61: Registering Internet Radio Stations As Your Favorites

    Registering Internet Radio Stations as Playing Files Stored on a Computer Playing Files Stored on USB Memory Your Favorites Devices Use this procedure to play music files, image files or playlists. Favorites are listed at the top of the menu screen, so Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage when a station is registered as a favorite it can be tuned class and MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) standards can be...

  • Page 62: Operating The Avr-4308Ci Using A Browser (Web Control)

    [USB] • USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub. • DENON does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate or receive power. When using a USB connection type portable hard disk of the type for which power can be supplied by connecting an (Sub remote control unit) AC adapter, we recommend using the AC adapter.
  • Page 63 When the top menu is displayed, click on the menu [Example 2] Setup menu screen [Example 4] PDA menu screen Click to you want to operate. determine a Click “v” and select from setting. the displayed items. Click when Click when you Select to you operate operate the setup...

  • Page 64: Other Operations And Functions

    ZONE2 HD Radio Playing Super Audio CD RECOUT HD Radio RECOUT XM ···· RECOUT SOURCE Assign “DENON LINK” or “HDMI” at the “Digital” <SOURCE SELECT> Turn until “RECOUT SOURCE” or “HDMI” setting (vpage 42). is displayed. <ZONE2/3/4/ REC SELECT> uiop QUICK SELECT Either turn <SOURCE SELECT>...

  • Page 65: Convenient Functions

    COAXIAL) are PCM (2-channel) signals. below. room EQ settings and volume to the conditions you • Digital audio signals input to the DENON LINK or HDMI connectors want to store. are not output to the REC OUT connectors, so connect using the...

  • Page 66: Personal Memory Plus Function

    Personal Memory Plus Function Resetting the Microprocessor <DSP SIMULATION> This function sets the settings (input mode, surround Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if <STANDARD> mode, etc.) last selected for the individual input sources. operations cannot be performed. When you switch to an input source, the settings are When the microprocessor is reset, all the settings are automatically set to the ones that were set the last time...

  • Page 67: Remote Control Unit Operations

    Operating DENON Audio Components HOME ] is used to return to the AMP mode (AMP , ZONE2, ZONE3, [MODE SELECTOR] Press for the component to be Remote Control Unit Operations ZONE4 or SYSTEM CALL) when in any mode other than AMP .
  • Page 68 Functions of Buttons by Component EL Display EL Display MODE SELECTOR iPod Device Mode DEVICE 1 DEVICE 2 DEVICE 1 DEVICE 2 DEVICE 1 [1], Device operated DVD Recorder CD Recorder TAPE iPod [8 9], (Default setting) (Default setting) [6 7], [3], Playback Playback Playback...
  • Page 69 EL Display EL Display MODE SELECTOR Satellite Receiver / Cable TV Device Mode DEVICE 1 DEVICE 2 DEVICE 1 DEVICE 2 [1], Device operated TV (HITACHI) TV (SONY) [8 9], [6 7], [3], [2], Punch through Punch through Punch through Punch through [SOURCE ON], [SOURCE OFF]...

  • Page 70: Setting The Remote

    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 •...

  • Page 71: System Call Function

    Calling out Setting the Time the Backlight Stays Lit System Call Function [AMP] Press , to select “SYSTEM CALL”. This function lets you register a series of operations at a [RC SETUP] Press and hold in for at least 3 seconds. single button.

  • Page 72: Adjusting The Backlight's Brightness

    System call function Signal Adjusting the Backlight’s Brightness transmission [RC SETUP] Press and hold in for at least 3 seconds. The display’s brightness can be adjusted in 5 steps. indicator The signal transmission indicator flashes twice. (Default: Step 3) Press , in that order.

  • Page 73: Sub Remote Control Unit Operations

    Functions of Buttons by Component Sub Remote Control Unit Operations DVD, HDP, TV / CBL, DVR1, VCR, V.AUX, TUNER • The sub remote control unit is equipped with frequently Device operated SAT, CD, PHONO (AM/FM) (HD Radio) used buttons, so it can be used for simple remote control Zone selection unit operations.
  • Page 74 SAT TU Multi-zone Device operated NET / USB iPod [ZONE SELECT] (XM) indicator [ZONE ON] Zone selection [ZONE OFF] [ADVANCED SETUP] 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) [SOURCE SELECT]...

  • Page 75: Switching Zones

    Switching Zones Setting the Remote ID Use this procedure to select the zone to be operated by When using multiple DENON AV receivers in the same Amp Assign / Multi Zone the sub remote control unit. room, make this setting so that no AV receiver other than the desired one operates.
  • Page 76 Setting 1 : Setting 2: Setting 3: With this setting it is possible to switch between the following two playback modes. 7.1-channel playback Making bi-amp connections for Making bi-wiring connections Switching between bi-amp and bi-wiring playback using speakers the FL and FR channels in the for the FL and FR channels in the exclusively for 2-channel playback main zone and conducting 5.1-...
  • Page 77 Setting 4 : Setting 5 : With this setting it is possible to switch between the following two playback modes. With this setting it is possible to switch between the following two playback modes. 7.1-channel playback 7.1-channel playback Multi-zone playback Multi-zone playback •...

  • Page 78: Multi-Zone Settings And Operations With Zone Pre-Out Output

    Multi-Zone Settings and Operations with Zone Pre-out Setting 6 : With this setting it is possible to switch between the following two playback modes. 7.1-channel playback Output Multi-zone playback Prepare power amplifiers for ZONE2 and ZONE3, an amplifier that is compatible with bit-stream input for •...

  • Page 79: Multi-Zone Operations

    – – – –70dB ~ –40dB ~ 18dB Multi-zone (2-channel) format. [ZONE SELECT] indicator • Digital audio signals input from the DENON LINK or HDMI connectors [ON] cannot be played in multi-zone. [OFF] • The volume can be adjusted when GUI menu “Manual Setup”...

  • Page 80: Other Information

    Number of surround back speakers w Setting for primarily watching movies using diffusion type speakers for the surround speakers We recommend using 2 speakers. For the greatest sense of surround sound envelopment, diffuse Other Information When using dipolar speakers in particular, be sure to use 2 speakers. radiation speakers such as bipolar types, or dipolar types, provide a wider dispersion than is possible to obtain from a direct radiating Placement of the surround left and right channels...

  • Page 81: Dolby Surround

    Dolby TrueHD G2H When not using surround back speakers DTS Surround Front speakers Dolby TrueHD is a high definition audio technology developed by Dolby Center speaker Laboratories, using lossless coding technology to faithfully reproduce DTS Digital Surround the sound of the studio master. This format is compatible with a maximum sampling frequency of 96 DTS Digital Surround is the standard digital surround format of DTS, Monitor...
  • Page 82 5.1-channels with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz and 24 information throughout a listening area, then combine this information developed by DENON. It offers high speed, high quality transfer of bit quantization on DVD-Video. to accurately represent the acoustical problems in the room. Based on digital audio data with low signal loss.

  • Page 83: Surround Modes And Parameters

    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.
  • Page 84 Signals and adjustability in the different modes Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses) Surround Mode NEO:6 MUSIC PRO LOGIC g/gx MUSIC mode only EXT. IN only mode only Mode Room Size Effect Level Delay Time Subwoofer Tone Night Mode Room EQ RESTORER Panorama...
  • Page 85 Differences in Surround Mode Names Depending on the Input Signals Input signals Button DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DVD-AUDIO Super Audio CD (Windows LINEAR DOLBY DOLBY Note Media Audio) DTS-HD DTS-HD High DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DVD- Surround Mode ANALOG PCM /...
  • Page 86 Button Input signals DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DVD-AUDIO Super Audio CD (Windows LINEAR DTS-HD DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY Note Media Audio) DTS-HD DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DVD- Surround Mode ANALOG PCM / High MTRX DOLBY DIGITAL DIGITAL EX DVD-Audio / MP3 / Master...

  • Page 87: Windows Media Drm

    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 •...
  • Page 88 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.
  • Page 89 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...
  • Page 90 SIGNAL IN MONITOR OUT MONITOR OUT (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)
  • Page 91 Relationship Between Amp Assign Setting and Speaker Output STEREO or DIRECT (2ch) Mode Status Speaker terminal Setting SURROUND B/ Surround mode SURROUND A SURROUND BACK ASSIGN-2 ASSIGN STEREO/DIRECT – – FL/FR FL/FR 2ch Bi-Wiring Other SLA/SRA SBL/SBR – – STEREO/DIRECT –...

  • Page 92: Troubleshooting

    • Turn off the power and contact a – Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page DENON service center. Power does not • Connection of the power cord is • Check that the power plugs are turn on, or turns faulty. securely inserted into the AVR-...
  • Page 93 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 •...
  • Page 94 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 –...
  • Page 95 GWireless LANH GXM Satellite RadioH Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page Cannot connect • The settings SSID • Match the network settings with 33 ~ 35 “CHECK XM • The Mini-Tuner • Confirm the XM Mini-Tuner is to network. and network key (WEP) are the AVR-4308CI’s settings.

  • Page 96: Specifications

    Tuner section [FM] [AM] (note: µV at 75 Ω/ohms, 0 dBf = 1 x 10 87 .5 MHz ~ 107 .9 MHz 520 kHz ~ 1710 kHz Receiving Range: Specifications Usable Sensitivity: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf) 18 µV 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: MONO 1.6 µV (15.3 dBf) STEREO 23 µV (38.5 dBf)

  • Page 97: List Of Preset Codes

    40000, 40721 General Instrument 00476, 00810, 00276, 00003 Denon (Analog) 52863, 52795, 52800, 52805 StarHub 00276 Cambridge 40157 Naim 40157 Gibralter 00003 Denon (XM Radio) 52864, 52812, 52813, 52814 Sumitomo 01500, 01504 Cambridge Audio 40157 40157 01466 Cambridge Supercable 00276 Onkyo...
  • Page 98 Beko 00455 21313 Viewsonic 01272, 01329 DigiSat 01232 TaeKwang 20439 Vizio 01126 Bell ExpressVu 00775 Digisky 01457 Denon 40766, 42868 Tandberg 20109 Voodoo 01272 Big Sat 01457 DigitAll World 01227 40072 20280, 20283, 20289, 20308, Xbox 01805 Black Diamond 01284...
  • Page 99 01142, 00749, 01749, 00775, Eurocrypt 00455 Hauppauge 01672 Kreiselmeyer 00173 Multibroadcast 00642, 00879 00724, 00819, 01076, 00722, 00642, 00879, 01333, 01433, EuroLine 01251 01214, 01801 Kross 01695 Multichoice 00099, 00710, 00455, 00818, 01559, 01560 Philips 00200, 00847, 00853, 00173, Europa 00863 01159 L&S Electronic...
  • Page 100 01377, 00392, 00639, 01142, Satstation 01083 Tantec 00455 Variosat 00173 SKY Italia 01848 DirecTV 01076, 00099, 01392, 01442, Schaub Lorenz 01214 Tarbs 01225 Ventana 00200 Sky XL 01412 01640 Schneider 00710, 01206, 01251 Tatung 00455 Vestel 01251 Skymaster 01075 Dish Network System 01505, 00775 00394, 00504, 00863, 01075, TBoston 01659...
  • Page 101 10037, 10163, 10218, 10264, Denko 10264 Baird Clatronic Amstrad 10037, 10036, 10009 10217, 10343, 11196 10264, 10370, 10371, 10714 10362, 10371, 10433, 10648, Denon 10145, 10511 Caihong 10009, 10817 Bang & Olufsen 10565 Clayton 11037 11037, 11982 Denver 10037, 10587...
  • Page 102 10037, 10070, 10163, 10217, Easy Living 11248 Gooding 10487 Hema 10009, 10217 10236, 10180, 10178 Finlux 10346, 10480, 10556, 10631, 10000, 11909, 11900, 11163, Eaton 10060 Hewlett Packard 11494, 11502 Imperial 10037, 10074, 10370, 10418 10714, 10715, 10808, 11556 11037, 10880, 10808, 10714, 10001, 10009, 10264, 10374, Ecco 10773...
  • Page 103 10054, 10093, 10463, 10053, 10047, 11454, 10054, 10154, Kyoshu 10418 Minato 10037, 10556 Nishi 10030 10030, 10070, 10036, 10218, 10000, 10250, 10051, 10180, Kyoto 10163, 10217 Minerva 10070, 10108, 10195, 10487 Nobliko 10070 10371, 10418, 10508, 10606, 10060, 10030, 10171, 10092, Magnavox 10650, 10653, 10683, 10731, 10706, 11944, 11904, 11755,...
  • Page 104 10054, 10000, 10156, 10250, 10250, 10093, 10145, 10171, Profex 10009, 10163, 10361 10037, 10556 Simpson 10178, 10030, 10011 Remotec 10051, 10236, 10030, 11947, 10037 10060, 10092, 10009, 10037, Profi 10009 Sceptre 11217 11946, 11941, 11480, 11310, Singer Reoc 10714 10335, 10371, 10433, 11537 10361, 10374, 10486, 10548, Panasonic 11291, 11271, 10853, 10650,...
  • Page 105 10054, 10250, 10051, 10226, 10865, 10877, 10880, 11217, Strong 11149, 11163 Tiane 10093, 10817 Univox 10037, 10163 Technics World-of-Vision 10556, 10650 11298 Studio Experience 10843 Tiny 11269 10864, 10885, 11755, 11756 TechniSat 10556, 11267 Worldview 10455 Stylandia 10217 10236, 10180, 10178 V2max 10865 Technisson...
  • Page 106 Elfunk 11037 DMTech 31271 Broksonic 10463, 11911 Akai 20352 Palsonic 20000 20035, 20162, 21035, 21162, Ferguson 11037 Elfunk 30713, 30884 Bush 11556 Alba 20352 Panasonic 21262 Finlux 11556 Emerson 30675, 31268 Curtis Mathes 10051 America Action 20278 20035, 20037, 20240, 21035, Penney Goodmans 10587, 11037, 11900...
  • Page 107 20045 ITT Nokia 20240, 20104, 20041, 20106 21137 Dell 21972 Toshiba 31045 General Technic 20348 20037, 20278 20046 Denon 20081, 20042 Genexxa 20037, 20000, 20104, 20278 Janeil 20240 Brandt 20041, 20320 Derwent 20041 Go Video 20240, 20432, 20614, 21137 20278...
  • Page 108 20048, 20047, 20104, 20043, 20035, 20162, 20048, 20081, Nebula Electronics 20033 Sampo 20037, 20048 Soundmaster 20000 Luxor 20046, 20106, 20315 20045, 20000, 20209, 20226, 20035, 20037, 20048, 20104, 20060, 20240, 20045, 20000, Philips Soundwave 20037, 20209, 20348 20616, 20618, 20739, 21081, Samsung 20037, 20000, 20042, 20067 20067, 20041, 20278, 20038,...
  • Page 109 30713, 30723, 30730, 30831, Decca 30770, 31115 Bush Totevision 20037, 20240 Hewlett Packard 21972 30884, 31140, 31530, 31695 30833, 30884, 31051, 31140, 30490, 30634, 31634, Denon 31483, 31695, 31832 Touch 21972 Howard Computers 21972 Alco 30790 [32134] Byd:sign 30872 Alize...
  • Page 110 30591, 30741, 30790, 30869, Entivo 30503, 30539 Home Electronics 30730, 30770 Mitsubishi 31521, 30521, 30713, 31403 Philo 31345 31906 Enzer 30784, 30770, 31228 Home Tech Industries 31224 Mizuda 30770, 31451 Phonotrend 30699 Lifetec 30651, 30831, 31347 30821, 31268 Hoyo 30665 Monyka 30665 PianoDisc...
  • Page 111 Vestel 30713, 30884, 31530 Scientific Labs 30768 Cytron 31347 Samsung 30490, 31635 Sylvania 30630, 30675, 30821, 31268 Victor 31597 30672, 30651, 31005, 31036, Denon 30490 ScanMagic 31730 Scott Symphonic 30675, 30821, 31268 31233, 31423 Vieta 30705 Denver 31056 Schneider 30646...
  • Page 112 DVD preset codes / Codes préréglés DVD 32134 (default / défaut) 30490 Model No. / DVD-555 DVD-2910 DVD-800 Modéle numéro DVD-755 DVD-2930CI DVD-1600 DVD-900 DVD-3800 DVD-2000 DVD-910 DVD-3910 DVD-2500 DVD-955 DVD-3930CI DVD-3000 DVD-1000 DVD-5900 DVD-3300 DVD-1200 DVD-5910 DVD-1500 DVD-9000 DVD-1710 DVM-715 DVD-1910 DVM-1800...
  • Page 113 TOKYO, JAPAN Denon Brand Company, D&M Holdings Inc. www.denon.com Printed in Japan 00D 511 4609 305A...

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