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Use this manual in combination with the operating
guide displayed on the GUI screen.
GUI Menu Operation (vpage 22, 23)
GUI Menu Map (vpage 24)
Language (vpage 36)
Remote Control Unit Operations (vpage 60)
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Verwenden Sie dieses Handbuch zusammen
mit den Bedienungsanweisungen auf dem GUI-
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GUI-Menübedienung (vSeite 22, 23)
GUI-Menüplan (vSeite 24)
Sprache (vpage 36)
Bedienung mit der Fernbedienung (vpage 60)
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Utilisez ce manuel en même temps que le guide
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Fonctionnement du menu de l'interface graphique GUI
(vpage 22, 23)
Plan du menu de l'interface graphique GUI
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Langue (vpage 36)
Fonctionnement de la télécommande (vpage 60)
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  • Page 1 GUI Menu Map (vpage 24) Language (vpage 36) Remote Control Unit Operations (vpage 60) Deutsch Verwenden Sie dieses Handbuch zusammen mit den Bedienungsanweisungen auf dem GUI- Bildschirm. GUI-Menübedienung (vSeite 22, 23) AV SURROUND RECEIVER GUI-Menüplan (vSeite 24) Sprache (vpage 36) Bedienung mit der Fernbedienung (vpage 60) AVR-3808 Français Utilisez ce manuel en même temps que le guide d’utilisation affi ché sur l’écran GUI (Interface graphique). Fonctionnement du menu de l’interface graphique GUI Owner’s Manual (vpage 22, 23) Plan du menu de l’interface graphique GUI (vpage 24) Bedienungsanleitung Langue (vpage 36) Fonctionnement de la télécommande (vpage 60)
  • Page 2 ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS ITALIANO ESPAÑOL NEDERLANDS SVENSKA SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: • DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this To completely disconnect this product from the mains, disconnect declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards: the plug from the wall socket outlet.
  • Page 3 SVENSKA NEDERLANDS ESPAÑOL ITALIANO FRANCAIS DEUTSCH ENGLISH NOTE ON USE / HINWEISE ZUM GEBRAUCH / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION / NOTE SULL’USO / NOTAS SOBRE EL USO / ALVORENS TE GEBRUIKEN / OBSERVERA ANGÅENDE ANVÄNDNINGEN CAUTION: • The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. • No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the unit. •...
  • Page 4 ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS ITALIANO ESPAÑOL NEDERLANDS SVENSKA A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING: This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with the local recycling regulations. When discarding the unit, comply with local rules or regulations. Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with the local regulations concerning battery disposal.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CD Recorder / MD Recorder / Tape Deck ····································· 16 Audio Setup ··················································································30 Connections to Other Devices ····················································· 16 a EXT. IN Setup ·········································································· 30 Parameter Components Equipped with a DENON LINK connector ·············· 16 s 2ch Direct/Stereo ···································································· 31 Video Camera / Game Console ···················································· 17 Audio······························································································42 d Downmix Option ····································································· 31 Component with Multi-channel Output connectors ·····················...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Personal Memory Plus Function ··················································59 Audio Input Signal ········································································45 Last Function Memory ·································································59 HDMI Information ·········································································46 Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper Backup Memory ···········································································59 a Signal Information ···································································46 operation, please read these owner’s manual carefully before using Resetting the Microprocessor ······················································59 s Monitor ···················································································46...

  • Page 7: Cautions On Handling

    • Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even • Before turning the power switch on In addition to the AVR-3808, the included main remote control unit when the remote control unit is operated close to the unit. Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are (RC-1068) can also be used to operate the equipment listed below.

  • Page 8: Part Names And Functions

    This lights when AL24 Processing Plus is Input signal channel indicators activated (vpage 75). These light when digital signals are input. D.LINK indicator Information display This lights when playing using DENON LINK The input source name, surround mode, setting connections. values and other information are displayed here. GWith the door openH TUNING PRESET button ···························· (49)

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    TRIGGER OUT jacks ··································· (21) PRE OUT connectors ····························· (17 , 21) ETHERNET connector ································· (20) FM/AM antenna terminals EXT. IN connectors ····································· (17) (TUNER ANTENNA) ···································· (19) USB port ······················································ (18) SIGNAL GND terminal ······························· (13) DOCK CONTROL jack ································· (13) DENON LINK connector ····························· (16) Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS) ·················· (9) COMPONENT VIDEO connectors ·············· (12) AC OUTLET ················································· (22) HDMI connectors ·········································(11)

  • Page 10: Remote Control Unit

    ENGLISH Remote Control Unit n Main remote control unit (RC-1068) n Sub remote control unit (RC-1070) System buttons ···································· (61, 62) ZONE indicators·········································· (68) Audio delay button (A. DL) ························ (44) Advanced setup button ······························ (68) Tuner system buttons ································ (48) Input source select buttons ······················· (37) Input mode button (INPUT) ······················· (38) CHANNEL buttons ······································ (48) MENU button ·············································· (23) SHIFT button ··············································· (48) Cursor buttons (uio p) ························· (23) MENU button ·············································· (23) Parameter / Search button Cursor buttons (uio p) ·························...

  • Page 11: Connections

    Connections for all compatible audio and video signal formats are described in these operating instructions. Please select the types Audio cables Video cables of connections suited for the equipment you are connecting. With some types of connections, certain settings must be made Coaxial digital connections Component video connections on the AVR-3808. For details, refer to the instructions for the (Green) (Orange) respective connection items below. (Blue) Coaxial digital (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug) cable NOTE (Red) • Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been...

  • Page 12: Video Conversion Function

    AVR-3808 to a monitor. • The resolution of the HDMI input-compatible monitor connected to the AVR-3808 can be checked at GUI • The AVR-3808’s video input/output circuitry is compatible with the following four types of video signals: menu “Information”...

  • Page 13: Speaker Connections

    Place the front speakers to the Surround speakers sides of the monitor or screen and as flush with the screen surface as possible. The table below shows a typical speaker configuration for the AVR-3808. b L : Left R : Right SURROUND SURROUND...
  • Page 14 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 15: Connecting Equipment With Hdmi Connectors

    PCM 16/20/24 bits Dolby Digital, DTS Bitstream DVD-Video 2/5.1ch • When the AVR-3808 and DVD player are connected using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVR-3808 and 2.8224 MHz SACD monitor using an HDMI cable. 1 bit • If the connected monitor or DVD player only has a DVI-D connector, use an HDMI/DVI converter cable.

  • Page 16: Connecting The Monitor

    ENGLISH 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 17: Record Player

    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-3808. For instructions on the Control CD player Dock for iPod settings, refer to the Control Dock for iPod’s operating instructions.

  • Page 18: Tv/Cable Tuner

    ENGLISH 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 19: Connecting The Recording Components

    Connect the cables to be used. Digital video recorder • When recording via the AVR-3808, the playback device’s cable must be of the same type as the cable used to connect the AVR-3808’s VCR OUT connector. Example: TV IN → S-Video cable : VCR OUT → S-Video cable TV IN →...

  • Page 20: Cd Recorder / Md Recorder / Tape Deck

    DVD player NOTE Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-3808’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” –...

  • Page 21: Video Camera / Game Console

    Mode” – “Input Mode” – “EXT. IN” (vpage 38). • The video signal can be connected in the same way as a DVD player (vpage 12). • To play copyright-protected discs, connect the AVR-3808’s EXT. IN connector with the DVD player’s analog multi-channel output connector.

  • Page 22: Usb Port

    • Set to the USB port you want to use. • The AVR-3808 is equipped with two USB ports, one each on the front and rear panels. It is not possible to use the set with USB memory devices connected to both the ports at the same time. Select the USB port you want to use at the GUI menu “Source Select” – “NET/USB” –...

  • Page 23: Antenna Terminals

    ENGLISH Antenna terminals An FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly. Direction of broadcasting station AM loop antenna FM antenna (supplied) 75 Ω/ohms Coaxial cable FM indoor antenna (supplied) AM outdoor antenna Ground AM loop antenna assembly Connect to the AM Connection of AM antennas antenna terminals. 1.

  • Page 24: Network Audio

    100 Mbps or greater. “Manual Setup” – “Network Setup” (vpage 32, 33). • With the AVR-3808, it is possible to use the DHCP and Auto IP n Ethernet cable (CAT-5 or greater recommended) functions to make the network settings automatically.

  • Page 25: Multi-Zone

    (vpage 69 ~ 72). RS-232C connector • When using an S-Video cable or a video cable for connection between the AVR-3808 and an input device, connect to the video connectors. This connector is used for an external controller.

  • Page 26: Connecting The Power Cord

    Power cord (AC 230 V, 50 Hz) With the AVR-3808, settings and operations for most functions can be performed by operating while (included) looking at the GUI menus displayed on the monitor screen. The GUI cannot be superimposed when xvYCC signals and component 1080p signal, computer’s resolution (e.g.

  • Page 27: Examples Of Gui Screen Displays

    ENGLISH Examples of GUI Screen Displays Operations The same operation is possible on the main unit or remote control Some typical examples are described below. unit. MENU Press the button. Example: Browse Menu (Top Menu) Cursor Position Display The GUI menu is displayed. n Icon b To operate from the main remote control unit, be sure to set the remote control unit to the AMP mode.

  • Page 28: Gui Menu Map

    ENGLISH GUI Menu Map Information Source Select (vpage 37 ~ 40) (vpage 45, 46) n TUNER (FM/AM) n PHONO n CD, DVD, HDP , TV/CBL, n NET/USB n Status • Play • Input Mode SAT, VCR, DVR, V.AUX • Play • MAIN ZONE • Auto Preset • Rename • Play (iPod) • Playback Mode • ZONE2/3 • Preset Skip • Other • Playback Mode (iPod) • Input Mode n Audio Input Signal...

  • Page 29: Preparations

    ENGLISH 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 30: Auto Setup

    • Quiet the listening environment before beginning measurements and refrain from talking. Turn off air conditioning units or other devices STEP5: Store The auto setup measurement results are stored in the AVR-3808. that emit noise if at all possible as measurements may be affected NOTE by these sounds.

  • Page 31: Error Messages

    ENGLISH 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 32: Manual Setup

    ENGLISH Subwoofer s Subwoofer Mode Select subwoofer use. Select low range signal to be reproduced by subwoofer. [Selectable items] Manual Setup [Selectable items] LFE+Main Surround A Make detail settings for various parameters. Select surround speakers A use and size. • This can be set when GUI menu “Speaker Confi guration” – “Subwoofer”...

  • Page 33: Channel Level

    ENGLISH f Channel Level g Crossover Frequency h Surround Speaker Adjust channel levels to obtain equal volume from all Select crossover frequency from which subwoofer handles Select surround speakers to use for each surround mode. speakers. low range signal. [Selectable items] [Selectable items] Mode Operating from the main remote control unit 40Hz 60Hz 80Hz...

  • Page 34: Hdmi Setup

    ENGLISH HDMI Setup d Progressive Mode k Audio Make settings for HDMI video/audio output. Select optimum progressive mode for video material. Select HDMI audio output device. [Selectable items] Auto Video1 Video2 [Selectable items] F Menu tree F Manual Setup HDMI Setup This can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to anything other than “OFF” . Audio Setup a i/p Scaler Make settings for audio playback.

  • Page 35: S 2Ch Direct/Stereo

    ENGLISH s 2ch Direct/Stereo d Downmix Option g Manual EQ Make speaker settings for 2-channel mode playback. Set dynamic range for downmix playback of Dolby Digital Adjust tonal quality for each speaker using graphic sources. equalizer. Setting [Selectable items] Adjust CH To change the settings, select “Custom” . Select speaker adjustment method.

  • Page 36: Network Setup

    ENGLISH Network Setup a Network Setup Make network settings. Make settings for LAN. F Menu tree F Turn on the AVR-3808’s power. Manual Setup Network Setup a Network Setup s Other To enter the IP address manually To acquire the IP address automatically d Network Information using the DHCP function At the GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Network Setup” – “Detail” setting, set “DHCP” to “OFF” and enter the IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, primary DNS and secondary DNS. To not pass through the proxy server To connect via proxy server This setting is required when the network is established via proxy servers.

  • Page 37: Other

    ENGLISH Rch Level s Other Zone Setup Adjust the right channel output level. Make setting for amp power save mode and computer Make settings for audio playback in a multi- language environment. zone system. –12dB ~ ~ +12dB [Variable range] F Menu tree F Power Saving Channel Manual Setup...

  • Page 38: Option Setup

    ENGLISH Option Setup s Volume Control f GUI Set the main zone volume setting. Make GUI related settings. Make various other settings. Volume Limit Screensaver F Menu tree F Manual Setup Make a setting for maximum volume. Make screensaver settings. Use the screensaver to prevent burn-in on the monitor screen. Option Setup [Selectable items] –20dB...

  • Page 39: Quick Select Name

    ENGLISH Text h Trigger Out 1 k Remote ID Text information display. Select the conditions to turn on the trigger out 1 with Set remote control ID. respect to the zone, input source, surround mode, HDMI Match the ID setting of the remote control unit and the [Selectable items] monitor, etc.

  • Page 40: A1 Setup Lock

    • Do not turn off the power until updating is completed. NOTE • Normally there is no need to use this function, aside from the cases Only use this function if so instructed by a DENON serviceperson or described below. installer.

  • Page 41: Source Select

    ENGLISH a Play To operate the AVR-3808 using the main remote control unit, set the The playback screen is displayed. remote control unit to the AMP mode (vpage 60 “Remote Control Source Select Unit Operations”). [Input source] TUNER NET/USB iPod Use this procedure to select the input source and make the settings...

  • Page 42: Preset Name

    ENGLISH Operating from the main unit or main remote f Preset Name j Other control unit Assign name to a preset memory. Make various other settings. Press the INPUT MODE button on the main unit or the INPUT button on Names containing up to 8 characters can be input. Video Select the main remote control unit.

  • Page 43: Playback Mode (Ipod)

    Repeat Select” – “Input Mode” (vpage 38). V.AUX Make settings for repeat mode. • When the AVR-3808 and monitor are connected with an HDMI cable, if the monitor is not compatible with HDMI audio signal playback, [Selectable items] 3 None CD DVD HDP TV/CBL [Input source] only the video signals are output to the monitor.

  • Page 44: A0 Playback Mode

    PL ” is displayed. z1 : This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Matrix 6.1” DTS NEO:6 and the AVR-3808’s “AFDM” setting is set to “ON” . : The signals are decoded in DTS NEO:6 for playback. z2 : This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Discrete 6.1”...

  • Page 45: Dsp Simulation Playback

    This is the mode that recreates the original sound most The desired mode according to the program source and [Selectable items] faithfully, providing extremely high quality sound. viewing situation can be selected from among 10 DENON STEREO original surround modes. PURE DIRECT...

  • Page 46: Parameter

    ENGLISH Cinema EQ Center Image Soften treble range movie soundtracks better Assign center channel signal to front left and right channels for wider understanding. sound. Parameter [Selectable items] [Variable range] 0.0 ~ 0.3 ~ 1.0 Panorama Parameters can be called out directly by pressing the PARA button on the main remote control unit.

  • Page 47: Tone

    ENGLISH Effect Level SB CH Out (for Multi-channel sources s Tone Adjust effect signal level. Select playback mode for surround back channels. Adjust the tonal quality of the sound. ~ 15 [Variable range] [Selectable items] Tone Defeat NON MTRX MTRX ON PL x CINEMA x MUSIC Turn tone adjustments off.

  • Page 48: Room

    ENGLISH d Room EQ f RESTORER g Night Mode Select room equalizer for current environment. This function restores compressed audio signals to how Optimized setting for late-night listening. they were before compression and corrects the sense of [Selectable items] volume of the bass and treble to obtain richer playback [Selectable items] Middle High sound.

  • Page 49: Picture Adjust

    ENGLISH Picture Adjust Audio Input Signal Adjust the picture quality. Shows information about audio input signals. Information F Menu tree F F Menu tree F Parameter Information Picture Adjust Audio Input Signal Status a Contrast [Items to be checked] Shows information about current settings. s Brightness d Chroma Level Surround Mode : The currently set surround mode is displayed. f Hue F Menu tree F Signal...

  • Page 50: Hdmi Information

    ENGLISH HDMI Information Auto Surround Preset Station Shows information about HDMI input/output Shows information about auto surround Shows information about preset stations. signals and monitor. mode settings. The surround mode for which the last F Menu tree F F Menu tree F memory function was used for the different Information Information input signal types is displayed.

  • Page 51: Playback

    Be careful not to set the volume too high when using headphones. The power indicator fl ashes green and the power turns on. Playing Video and Audio Equipment AMP] To operate the AVR-3808 using the main remote control unit, set the remote control unit to the AMP mode (vpage 60 “Remote Control Basic Operation Unit Operations”).

  • Page 52: Listening To Fm/Am Broadcasts

    ENGLISH Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts Presetting Radio Stations (Preset Memory) <SOURCE SELECT> Basic Operation Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset. <SOURCE SELECT> [TUNER] Either turn or press Tune in the broadcast station you want to preset. (AMP mode) to select “TUNER”.

  • Page 53: Listening To Preset Stations

    ENGLISH RDS (Radio Data System) RDS Search Listening to Preset Stations RDS (works only on the FM band) is a broadcasting service Use this function to automatically tune to FM stations that Operation on the Main Unit which allows a station to send additional information along provide the RDS service. with the regular radio program signal. <TUNING PRESET>...

  • Page 54: Pty Search

    ENGLISH PTY Search TP Search <SOURCE SELECT> Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting a Use this function to find RDS stations broadcasting traffic designated program type (PTY). programs (TP stations). For a description of each program type, refer to “Program <SOURCE SELECT>...

  • Page 55: Rt (Radio Text)

    The default setting is “Mode3” . (AMP mode) to select “TUNER”. menus. • Press <ON/STANDBY> or [POWER OFF] and set the AVR-3808’s power to the standby mode before disconnecting the iPod. Also switch iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.

  • Page 56: Listening To Music

    • The title name, artist name and album name can be checked by To cue to the beginning of a track pressing <STATUS> during playback. • On the AVR-3808, folder and fi le names can be displayed as titles. Any During playback, either press u (to cue to the previous track) or i (to [ iPod] characters that cannot be displayed are replaced with “...

  • Page 57: Playing Network Audio Or Usb Memory Devices

    • The AVR-3808’s Internet radio station list is created using a radio z: Only files that are not protected by copyright can be played on the station database service (vTuner). This database service provides a AVR-3808.

  • Page 58: Basic Operation

    [NET/USB] Press [SEARCH], then press o (down) or p (up). • On the AVR-3808, folder and fi le names can be displayed as titles. Any (AMP mode) To cancel, press ui or [SEARCH]. characters that cannot be displayed are replaced with “ . (period)” .

  • Page 59: Presetting Internet Radio Stations

    • When you quit the music server and then restart it. [1 ~ 8] then press • When music files are deleted or added on the music server. The AVR-3808 automatically connects to the Internet and playback Press to select “Delete”. begins.

  • Page 60: Playing Files Stored On Usb Memory Devices

    AC adapter, we recommend using the AC adapter. • It is not possible to connect and use a computer via the AVR-3808’s (Sub remote control unit) USB port using a USB cable.

  • Page 61: Operating The Avr-3808 Using A Browser (Web Control)

    Input the AVR-3808’s IP address in Internet Assign “DENON LINK” or “HDMI” at the “Digital” Explorer. or “HDMI” setting (vpage 39). The AVR-3808 can be operated in the same way as with regular Internet browsing. <SOURCE SELECT> [SOURCE Either turn...

  • Page 62: Recording On An External Device (Rec Out Mode)

    Press COAXIAL) are PCM (2-channel) signals. “ZONE2 SOURCE” is shown on the display. • Digital audio signals input to the DENON LINK or HDMI connectors are not output to the REC OUT connectors, so connect using the ZONE2 SOURCE ZONE2 TUNER ····...

  • Page 63: Convenient Functions

    ENGLISH Convenient Functions Quick Select Function Last Function Memory With this function, the currently playing input source, input This stores the settings as they were directly before the mode, surround mode, room EQ settings and volume can standby mode was set. Channel Level be stored in the memory. When the power is turned back on, the settings are You can adjust the channel level either according to the restored to as they were directly before the standby mode...

  • Page 64: Remote Control Unit Operations

    • In the AMP , TUNER, NET/DTU and iPod modes, when the The signal transmission indicator flashes twice. on the AVR-3808, so use the learn function to store the signals remote ID is set, the AVR-3808 can be used independently (vpage 63).
  • Page 65 ENGLISH Functions of Buttons by Component EL Display EL Display MODE SELECTOR iPod [MODE Device Mode [1], SELECTOR] [8 9], Device operated DVD Recorder CD Recorder TAPE iPod (Default setting) (Default setting) [6 7], [3], Playback Playback Playback Playback Playback Playback Playback/Pause [2], Auto search Auto search Auto search Auto search...
  • Page 66 ENGLISH EL Display EL Display MODE SELECTOR Satellite Receiver / Cable TV [MODE Device Mode [1], SELECTOR] Device operated TV (HITACHI) TV (SONY) [8 9], [6 7], [3], [2], Punch through Punch through Punch through Punch through [SOURCE ON], [SOURCE OFF] SOURCE ON Power on Power on...

  • Page 67: Setting The Remote

    Press and hold in for at least 3 seconds. [RC SETUP] If your AV devices are of a brand other than DENON or if The signal transmission indicator flashes twice and the setting they cannot be operated with the preset memory function, is completed.

  • Page 68: System Call Function

    ENGLISH Registering Signal Punch Through Function transmission [MODE SELECTOR] Press for the device you want to CD, DVD or VCR mode buttons can be stored at unused TV indicator register. or SAT/CBL mode buttons. AMP] For example, when DVD mode buttons are assigned to [RC SETUP] Press and hold in for at least 3 seconds.

  • Page 69: Setting The Time The Backlight Stays Lit

    ENGLISH System Call Function Setting the Time the Backlight Stays Lit Resetting the Main Remote Control Unit [RC SETUP] Press and hold in for at least 3 seconds. [RC SETUP] Press and hold in for at least 3 seconds. Learning Function The signal transmission indicator flashes twice. The signal transmission indicator flashes twice. GResetting button by buttonH Press , in that order.

  • Page 70: Sub Remote Control Unit Operations

    • The sub remote control unit can also be used for multi-zone, so you can use it to control ZONE SELECT Zone operation mode selection Zone operation mode selection the AVR-3808 from other rooms. ZONE OFF Power turned off ( b 1) Power turned off ( b 1) •...
  • Page 71 ENGLISH Device operated NET / USB iPod Zone selection ZONE SELECT Zone operation mode selection Zone operation mode selection ZONE OFF Power turned off ( b 1) Power turned off ( b 1) ZONE ON Power turned on ( b 1) Power turned on ( b 1) SOURCE SELECT Input source selection ( b 2)

  • Page 72: Switching Zones

    ENGLISH Setting the Zone for Which the Sub Setting the Remote ID Remote Control Unit is Used (ZONE When using multiple DENON AV receivers in the same [ZONE SELECT] Multi-zone indicator room, make this setting so that no AV receiver other than SELECT LOCK mode) the desired one operates.

  • Page 73: Amp Assign / Multi-Zone Connections And Operations

    SURR-B AMP ASSIGN CENTER The amp assign function lets you assign the amplifiers for the different channels built into the AVR-3808 to the speaker outputs for the different zones. Amp Assign mode Select the desired playback environment from among “Setting 1” to “Setting 4” , then set the corresponding 7 .1CH...
  • Page 74 ENGLISH Setting 2 : Setting 3 : With this setting it is possible to switch between the following two playback modes. M ulti-zone playback 5 .1-channel playback • 5.1-channel playback + ZONE2 or ZONE3 stereo playback 2 -channel playback • 5.1-channel playback + ZONE2 or ZONE3 monaural playback Switching ················Surround Mode switching Main zone ZONE2...

  • Page 75: Multi-Zone Settings And Operations With Zone Pre-Out Output

    Main zone (7.1-channel system) ZONE2 Bi-Amp Monitor Monitor Power amplifier Both A and B can be installed for SR and SL. ZONE2 AVR-3808 n Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various speaker DVD player video output terminals Input ZONE2 Speaker terminal SURR. BACK /...

  • Page 76: Multi-Zone Operations

    [Variable range] – – – –70dB ~ –40dB ~ +18dB (2-channel) format. • Digital audio signals input from the DENON LINK or HDMI connectors [ZONE SELECT] cannot be played in multi-zone. • When certain digital signals are being input, noise may be output [OFF] The volume can be adjusted when GUI menu “Manual Setup”...

  • Page 77: Other Information

    ENGLISH 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 speaker (monopolar).
  • Page 78 96 kHz/7 .1-channels. The lossless audio coding technology g matrix decoding technology. The AVR-3808 is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that faithfully reproduces the sound of the studio master. It is fully Audio signals recorded in 2-channels are decoded to achieve a natural...
  • Page 79 DENON LINK is a unique digital, balanced transfer type interface system setup. developed by DENON. It offers high speed, high quality transfer of For a detailed description, see page 25. digital audio data with low signal loss. It can be used together with DENON DVD players equipped with a special DENON LINK connector using a single cable to enable playback with high sound quality.
  • Page 80 ENGLISH 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 81 ENGLISH 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 82 ENGLISH Differences in Surround Mode Names Depending on the Input Signals Input signals Button DOLBY DIGITAL DVD-AUDIO Super Audio CD (Windows LINEAR DOLBY Note Media Audio) DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DVD- Surround Mode ANALOG PCM / DIGITAL EX DVD-Audio / MP3 / DSCRT MTRX DIGITAL EX DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL...
  • Page 83 ENGLISH Button Input signals DOLBY DIGITAL DVD-AUDIO Super Audio CD (Windows LINEAR DOLBY DVD- Note Media Audio) DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DVD- Surround Mode ANALOG PCM / DIGITAL EX Audio / MP3 / DSCRT MTRX DIGITAL EX DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL...
  • Page 84 ENGLISH About Networks Windows Media DRM A copyright-protected technology developed by Microsoft. Windows Media Player ver.11 • Windows Vista and the Windows logo are trademarks of the Microsoft group of companies. This is a media player distributed free of charge by Microsoft • The PlaysForSure logo, Windows Media and the Windows logo are Corporation.
  • Page 85 ENGLISH 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 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO b S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO b S-VIDEO...
  • Page 86 ENGLISH 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) S (VIDEO)

  • Page 87: 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 88 OUT connectors. Match the with DTS sound playback. input source recorder • The AVR-3808’s “Decode Mode” • Set to the “Auto” or DTS mode. connections. setting is set to “PCM” . DVDs cannot be • This is not a malfunction. Most –...
  • Page 89 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 90: Specifications

    ENGLISH Specifications Audio section Video section • Power amplifier • Standard video connectors Rated output: Front: Input / output level and impedance: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms 130 W + 130 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.) Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 10 MHz — +0, –3 dB (when video convert set to “OFF”) 160 W + 160 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) • S-Video connectors Center:...
  • Page 91 40157 Cambridge GoldStar 00144 Supercable 00276 40157 40157 Soundworks Hitachi 00003, 00008 Taihan 00778 Denon Digital Tuner Carver 40157, 40179 Onkyo 40868, 40101 Hongtian Jiangsu 01462 01445 40000, 40032, 40037, 40087, 40420 Optimus Denon (NET/USB) 62865, 62837, 62838, 62839 Hwalin...
  • Page 92 Viewsonic 01272, 01329 Beko 00455 DigiSat 01232 21313 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, Black Diamond 01284 Xbox 01805...
  • Page 93 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 94 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 95 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 96 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 97 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 98 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 99 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 100 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 101 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 102 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 103 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 104 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 105 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 106 b1 : These preset codes can be recorded in the SAT/CBL mode. DVD preset codes : Diese voreingestellten Codes können im SAT/CBL -Modus aufgenommen werden. DVD-Voreinstellungscodes : Ces codes de présélection peuvent être enregistrés en mode SAT/CBL. Codes préréglés DVD : I codici preimpostati possono essere registrati nel modo SAT/CBL.
  • Page 107 Denon Brand Company, D&M Holdings Inc. Printed in China 00D 511 4732 104...

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