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AV SURROUND PRE-AMPLIFIER
AVP-A1HD
Owner's Manual
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Use this manual in combination with the operating
guide displayed on the GUI screen.
GUI Menu Operation (vpage 23)
GUI Menu Map (vpage 24)
Language (vpage 43)
Remote Control Unit Operations (vpage 69)

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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) Language (vpage 43) Remote Control Unit Operations (vpage 69) AV SURROUND PRE-AMPLIFIER AVP-A1HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE CAUTION: Par la présente, D&M Holdings Inc., Denon Brand Company déclare que To completely disconnect this product from the mains, disconnect l’appareil AVP-A1HD est conforme aux exigences essentielles et aux CAUTION the plug from the wall socket outlet.
  • Page 3 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.
  • Page 4 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING: This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets R&TTE directive This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials requirements.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    A0 Still Picture ··············································································48 a EXT. IN Setup··········································································32 Connections to Other Devices ····················································· 18 s 2ch Direct/Stereo ····································································32 Components Equipped with a DENON LINK connector ·············· 18 Surround Mode d Downmix Option ·····································································33 Video Camera / Game Console ···················································· 18 f Auto Surround Mode ······························································33...
  • Page 6 Hue ·························································································54 g DNR ························································································54 Remote Control Unit Operations h Enhancer ·················································································54 Main Remote Control Unit···························································69 j Sharpness ···············································································54 Operating DENON Audio Components ········································69 Presetting ·····················································································69 Information Operating Preset Components ············································69 ~ 71 Status ····························································································54 Setting the Remote ID ·································································72 a MAIN ZONE ············································································54...

  • Page 7: Inserting The Batteries

    • Power is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper • By setting the preset memory (vpage 69 ~ 71) set to the standby mode. When traveling or leaving home for long operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the...

  • Page 8: Inserting The Batteries ································································3

    NOTE Part Names and Functions • Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). when the remote control unit is operated close to the unit. •...

  • Page 9: Display

    7CH STEREO button ··································· (49) D.LINK indicator These light according to the HDMI monitor This lights when playing using DENON LINK ROOM EQ button ········································ (53) DSP SIMULATION button ·························· (50) output setting. When set to “Auto (Dual)” , the connections.

  • Page 10: Rear Panel

    WLAN ANTENNA terminal ························· (20) SIGNAL GND terminal ······························· (14) RCA PRE OUT connectors ·····················(11, 21) Digital audio connectors DENON LINK connector ····························· (18) VIDEO / S-VIDEO connectors ···················· (13) (OPTICAL / COAXIAL / BNC) ··············· (13, 21) AC inlet (AC IN) ··········································· (22) TRIGGER OUT jacks ···································...

  • Page 11: Remote Control Unit

    Remote Control Unit n Main remote control unit (RC-1067) n Sub remote control unit (RC-1070) Signal transmission indicator ··················· (69) ZONE indicators·········································· (77) Mode select buttons ·································· (69) Advanced setup button ······························ (77) Quick select / System call buttons ······(67 , 73) Input source select buttons ·······················...

  • Page 12: Connections

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

  • Page 13: Video Conversion Function

    GFlow of video signals for ZONE3H Video Conversion Function ZONE3 • This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVP-A1HD into the High picture format used to output the video signals from the AVP-A1HD to a monitor. ZONE3 quality playback monitor...

  • Page 14: Speaker Layout

    Connecting to the Power Amp Speaker Layout The illustration below shows a basic example of installation of the amplifier combined with 8 speakers and • Connect the AVP-A1HD pre-out terminal to the power amp (sold separately). a monitor. • AVP-A1HD has a RCA pre-out terminal and XLR pre-out terminal. Connect accordingly with the power amp you want to use.
  • Page 15 Connections n Connecting the XLR pre-out terminal (Example : 9.3-channels) When using Subwoofer 2 or 3, set GUI menu “Manual Setup” – “Speaker Setup” – “Subwoofer Subwoofer 3 Subwoofer 2 Subwoofer 1 Setup” (vpage 28). b L : Left Subwoofer with R : Right n Connecting the RCA pre-out terminal (Example : 9.3-channels) built-in amplifier...

  • Page 16: Connecting Equipment With Hdmi Connectors

    Operations Connecting Equipment with HDMI Compatible audio Discs Details format (examples) Connect AVP-A1HD and POA-A1HD with the control connectors link cable. 2ch 32-192 kHz CD, DVD-Video, 2-channel linear PCM With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred 16/20/24 bits DVD-Audio b The control link cable is included with the POA-A1HD.

  • Page 17: Connecting The Monitor

    NOTE Connecting the Monitor Connecting the Playback Components • Use a CPPM-compatible DVD player to play DVD-Audio discs that • Connect the cables to be used (vpage 9 “Video Conversion Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and are copyright-protected by CPPM.

  • Page 18: 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 AVP-A1HD. For instructions on the Control CD player Dock for iPod settings, refer to the Control Dock for iPod’s operating instructions.

  • Page 19: 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 or a BNC cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at GUI •...

  • Page 20: Connecting The Recording Components

    Connecting the Recording Components Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect correctly. Digital Video Recorder Connect the cables to be used. • Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals. Digital video recorder •...

  • Page 21: Video Cassette Recorder

    Video Cassette Recorder CD Recorder / MD Recorder / Tape Deck Connect the cables to be used. Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals, or digital connections if you wish to record digital audio signals, depending on the types of connectors on the components being used. Video cassette recorder CD recorder / MD recorder / Tape deck...

  • Page 22: Connections To Other Devices

    (vpage 13). • To play copyright-protected discs, connect the AVP-A1HD’s EXT. To use with DENON LINK connections, make the settings at GUI menu IN connector with the DVD player’s analog multi-channel output “Source Select” – “(input source)” – “Assign” – “Digital” – “DENON connector.

  • Page 23: Usb Port

    USB Port n Front panel n Rear panel USB memory device USB memory device • In the initial status, USB memory devices can be used by connecting them to the USB port on the front panel. • To change the port to be used, see “USB Select” on page 48. •...

  • Page 24: 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 to [Wired LAN] use the AVP-A1HD’s Internet radio function and firmware update. NOTE n Modem Computer...

  • Page 25: Multi Zone

    NOTE Multi Zone • For the audio output, use high quality pin-plug cords so that no induction humming or noise is produced. • For instructions on installing and operating separately sold devices, refer to the respective devices’ ZONE2 or ZONE3 Pre-out Connections operating instructions.

  • Page 26: External Controller

    Connecting the Power Cord External Controller Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord. To household power outlet (AC 230 V, 50 Hz) Power cord (included) RS-232C connector This connector is used for an external controller. b If you use an external controller to operate the unit via the RS-232C terminal, you must Connection to the AC outlet...

  • Page 27: Gui Menu Operations

    Examples of GUI Screen Displays Cursor Position Display Some typical examples are described below. n Icon GUI Menu Operations Switch the selected item Example: Browse Menu (Top Menu) With the AVP-A1HD, settings and operations for most functions can be performed by operating while looking at the GUI menus displayed Switch to the next item on the monitor screen.

  • Page 28: Gui Menu Map

    GUI Menu Map Source Select (vpage 44 ~ 48) n DVD, HDP , TV/CBL, SAT, VCR, DVR-1, DVR-2, V.AUX, CD, TUNER n NET/USB n PHONO Information • Play (iPod) • Video • Play • Video • Playback Mode · Video Select ·...

  • Page 29: Auto Setup

    Preparations Auto Setup Optimize settings for speakers in use. Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to SETUP MIC jack on the main unit. Auto Setup The “Auto Setup” screen appears automatically. F Menu tree F Auto Setup ® • Audyssey MultEQ XT automatically measures the acoustical a Auto Setup Sound...
  • Page 30 Start Pre-out Assign STEP2: Measurement Change the pre-out assignment. Start Auto Setup. After completing a measurement position, move the microphone to The Audyssey MultEQ XT Auto Setup process automatically calculates [Selectable items] Normal Free Assign the next position. the size, level, distance, bass management crossover frequency, and optimal settings for each speaker and subwoofer.

  • Page 31: 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 message is Select settings for room EQ, mic, etc. displayed. If this happens, check the relevant items, be sure to take the necessary measures, then perform the auto setup procedure over again.

  • Page 32: Manual Setup

    Subwoofer s Subwoofer Setup Select subwoofer use. Select subwoofer output configuration and bass signal for playback. [Selectable items] Manual Setup Surround A Configuration Make detailed settings for various parameters Select surround speakers A use and size. Select number of subwoofers and configuration. [Selectable items] [Selectable items] Large Small...

  • Page 33: Distance

    d Distance f Channel Level • The level of each channel should be adjusted to 75 dB (Cweighted, Set distance from listening position to speakers. Adjust channel levels to obtain equal volume from all speakers. slow meter mode) on a sound level meter at the listening position. If Before making the settings, measure the distance from the a sound level meter is not available adjust the channels by ear so the listening position to the different speakers.

  • Page 34: Thx Audio Setup

    BGC (Boundary Gain Compensation) THX/DOLBY Game If bass sound feels big compensate by lowering volume. • Please set all THX Certified speakers, set the “Speaker Configuration” [Selectable items] for all speakers to “Small”. We recommend using with the crossover [Selectable items] frequency set to “FIXED–THX–”, but depending on the speaker, WIDE SCREEN setting it to a different frequency may improve frequency response...

  • Page 35: Hdmi Setup

    f Audio h HDMI Control HDMI Setup Make settings for HDMI video/audio output. Select HDMI audio output device. Make settings for HDMI control function. Control [Selectable items] Amp F Menu tree F Set HDMI control function to ON/OFF. Manual Setup HDMI Setup [Selectable items] GUI menu “HDMI Control”...

  • Page 36: Audio Setup

    Surround Speaker s 2ch Direct/Stereo Audio Setup Select the surround speakers to use. Make settings for audio playback. Make speaker settings for 2-channel mode playback. [Selectable items] Setting F Menu tree F Manual Setup To change the settings, select “Custom” . •...

  • Page 37: Downmix Option

    d Downmix Option g Manual EQ Set dynamic range for downmix playback of Dolby Digital sources. Adjust tonal quality for each speaker using graphic equalizer. [Selectable items] Adjust CH Select speaker adjustment method. • Set this to “ON” if the sound from the front speakers seems [Selectable items] Each distorted.

  • Page 38: Network Setup

    • 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 39 Select when searching access points again. 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 AVP-A1HD performs automatic network setup due to the DHCP point.
  • Page 40 Set the IP address. n Manual settings r U se the ui button to select the Security and press the i button. [Selectable items] For details, see page 34 “Wired LAN settings” in step 3. None : Select if not encrypted. q Select “Detail”.

  • Page 41: Other

    n Proxy settings y U se the uio p button to input the proxy server port number and d Network Information ENTER press the button. Make this setting when connecting to the Internet via a proxy server. Display network information. ENTER u U se the i button to select “Exit”...

  • Page 42: Zone Setup

    Rch Level d OSD Zone Setup Adjust the right channel output level. Make settings for audio playback in a multi-zone Set ZONE2 monitor as onscreen display Zone. system. –12dB ~ ~ +12dB [Variable range] F Menu tree F [Selectable items] Channel Manual Setup ZONE2...

  • Page 43: Option Setup

    Pre-out Assign Option Setup Change the pre-out assignment. Make various other settings. Setting “Free Assign” allows you to freely assign each pre-out to any channel, depending on the environment used. F Menu tree F Normal Free Assign [Selectable items] Manual Setup Option Setup Preout terminal a Pre-out Assign...

  • Page 44: Xlr Out Polarity

    n Power Amp s XLR Out Polarity h GUI Select the setup channel. Make GUI related settings. Set to switch the XLR pre-out terminal polarity. [Selectable items] L1/L2 L3/L4 L5/R5 R1/R2 R3/R4 [Selectable channels] Screensaver Set the power amp usage for each channel. Front L Front R Center Surround A L Surround A R Make screensaver settings.

  • Page 45: Quick Select Name

    Text k Trigger Out 1 A2 Transducer Setup Text information display. Select the conditions to turn on the trigger out 1 with respect to Set when using transducer. the zone, input source, surround mode, HDMI monitor, etc. [Selectable items] For details about the trigger out function, see page 22.

  • Page 46: A3 Digital Out

    To use the upgrade function, you should purchase an upgrade package NOTE from the DENON website. To purchase the package, you will need the ID number shown on this Only use this function if so instructed by a DENON serviceperson or screen. installer. <p>...

  • Page 47: Language

    (payment required) ⋅ Information regarding the “Firmware Update” function and “Add New Feature” will be announced on the DENON web site each time related plans are defined. • Even with a broadband connection to the Internet, approximately 1 hour is required for the updating/upgrading procedure to be completed.

  • Page 48: Source Select

    Operating from the main unit or main remote control unit GOperation on the main unitH Source Select SOURCE SELECT Turn the knob. SOURCE b If “Rec Select” or “Video Select” is selected, press the SOURCE SELECT button before turning the knob.

  • Page 49: Settings Related To Playing Input Sources

    a Play d Assign Settings Related to Playing Input Sources The playback screen is displayed. Assign input sources to input connectors. F Menu tree F HDMI [Input source] NET/USB iPod Source Select Select HDMI connector to assign to this source. DVD, HDP , TV/CBL, SAT, VCR, DVR-1, DVR-2, V.AUX, TUNER, CD Play z [Input source]...

  • Page 50: Video

    HDMI video output. eCOLD • Input sources for which “Delete” is selected at “Source Delete” z: When a DENON DVD player and the DENON LINK have been XLR (INV) cannot be selected.

  • Page 51: Input Mode

    Resolution Decode Mode Set resolution for video signal output to HDMI. Set the decode mode for this source. This can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to anything other than “OFF” . [Input source] [Selectable items] Auto 480p/576p 1080i 720p 1080p TV/CBL SAT...

  • Page 52: Playback Mode

    Input signal Display l Playback Mode THX SURROUND EX DOLBY DIGITAL Make settings for “NET/USB” playback. THX Ultra2 Cinema Dolby (other than 2ch) / THX Music Mode Surround Mode Digital DOLBY DIGITAL EX [Input source] NET/USB THX Games Mode DOLBY DIGITAL Plus Source THX Cinema DOLBY TrueHD...

  • Page 53: Standard Playback

    The desired mode according to the program source and viewing DOLBY PLgx : The signals are decoded in DOLBY PLgx or Plus situation can be selected from among 9 DENON original surround DOLBY PLg DOLBY PLg for playback. DOLBY TrueHD DOLBY TrueHD modes.

  • Page 54: Stereo Playback

    DSP SIMULATION SIMU • Press the button on the main unit or button For details, see page 88. on the main remote control unit to switch the surround mode. The mode switches each time the button is pressed. Parameter • Depending on the program source being played, it may not be Playback in the PURE DIRECT Mode possible to achieve a satisfactory surround effect.
  • Page 55 Dimension n In the THX mode (for 2-channel sources) [Selectable items] Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds). Shift sound image center to front or rear, to adjust playback balance. Surround Back ON Surround Back OFF THX Games Mode [Selectable items] Auto Middle High...

  • Page 56: Tone

    AFDM Input Channel Bass Auto-select surround mode by source. Select channel using external input connectors (EXT. IN) for source Adjust bass for all channels together. This function only works for software containing a special identification being played. [Variable range] –6dB ~ +6dB signal.

  • Page 57: Room

    Subwoofer Operating from the main unit or main remote control unit Adjust each subwoofer channel tone. • “Audyssey” , “Audyssey Byp. L/R” and “Audyssey Flat” can be selected after the auto setup procedure has been performed. RESTORER During playback, press the button on the main unit or the [Selectable items] Bass...

  • Page 58: Audio Delay

    j Audio Delay s Brightness Compensate for mismatched timing between video and audio. Adjust picture brightness. Information Delay audio. [Variable range] This sets the delay time for audio signals. [Variable range] ~ 200 ms 0 ms d Chroma Level Status Operating from the main unit or the main Adjust picture chroma level (saturation).

  • Page 59: Audio Input Signal

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

  • Page 60: Playback

    Turning Off the Sound Temporarily (Muting) SOURCE SELECT <PHONES> MASTER VOLUME [MUTE] Press Playback [MUTE] To cancel, press again. Muting can also be canceled by adjusting Preparations the master volume. Listening with Headphones Turning the Power On <PHONES> Plug the headphones into <POWER>...

  • Page 61: Ipod ® Playback

    ”Source Select” – “(input source)” – ”Playback Mode (iPod)” – “Repeat” (vpage 45) q S et the iPod in the DENON Control Dock for iPod. (vSee the Control Dock for iPod’s operating instructions.) • With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to the VCR w Assign the Control Dock for iPod’s input.

  • Page 62: Viewing Still Pictures Or Videos On The Ipod

    · Your favorite radio stations can be registered by accessing an • “TV Out” at the iPod’s “Slideshow Settings” or “Video Settings” exclusive DENON Internet radio URL from a Web browser on a must be set to “On” in order to display the iPod’s photo data or videos computer.
  • Page 63 GSlide show functionH [Compatible formats] Still picture (JPEG) files stored in folders on a media server can be Internet Media server b USB b played as slide shows. radio The time for which each picture is displayed can be set. WMA (Windows Media Audio) MP3 (MPEG-1...

  • Page 64: Basic Operation

    To pause <SOURCE SELECT> ENTER uio p <STATUS> Basic Operation ENTER During playback, press Press again to resume playback. Make the necessary preparations. To stop q Check the network environment, then turn on the AVP-A1HD’s ENTER During the play or pause mode, press and hold power.

  • Page 65: Listening To Internet Radio

    Presetting Internet Radio Stations Registering Internet Radio Stations as Your Favorites Listening to Internet Radio Preset Internet radio stations can be selected directly. Favorites are listed at the top of the menu screen, so when a station ENTER to select “Internet Radio”, then press is registered as a favorite it can be tuned in easily.

  • Page 66: Playing Files Stored On A Computer

    Playing Files Stored on a Computer Playing Files Stored on USB Memory Devices Use this procedure to play music files, image files or playlists. Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage class and ENTER to select “Media Server”, then press MTP (Media Transfer Protocol) standards can be played on the or p.

  • Page 67: Operating The Avp-A1Hd Using A Browser (Web Control)

    • USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub. Click when you zone name. • DENON does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate Check the AVP-A1HD’s IP address with “Manual operate a small screen (vExample 3) or receive power.
  • Page 68 SOURCE SELECT INPUT MODE Surround mode [Example 2] Setup menu screen [Example 4] PDA menu screen Click to Click “v” and select determine a from the displayed setting. items. Select to operate each zone. After entering characters, click “Set” to set, or click “Def”...

  • Page 69: Other Operations And Functions

    You can listen to one program source while recording a different holder. Functions program source. • When “DENON LINK” is assigned at the GUI menu “Assign” setting, the PCM signals, network audio signals (Internet radio, media server <ZONE2/3/4 / REC SELECT> Press and USB), input from the digital input connectors cannot be output “ZONE3 SOURCE”...

  • Page 70: Convenient Functions

    Convenient Functions QUICK SELECT HDMI Control Function When connecting the AVP-A1HD to a television or player compatible with the HDMI control function, the following operations are possible. Turn power ON/OFF (Synchronize with television) • Switch to sound output equipment (TV and AVP-A1HD) •...

  • Page 71: Channel Level

    Operations Channel Level Quick Select Function Connect the HDMI to the AVP-A1HD with equipment You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback With this function, the currently playing input source, input mode, compatible with the HDMI control function. sources or to suit your taste, as described below.

  • Page 72: Last Function Memory

    Last Function Memory <STANDARD> <HOME THX CINEMA> This stores the settings as they were directly before the standby mode was set. When the power is turned back on, the settings are restored to as they were directly before the standby mode was set. Backup Memory The various settings are backed up for about 1 week, even if the power is turned off or the power cord is disconnected.

  • Page 73: Remote Control Unit Operations

    ID is set, the AVP-A1HD can be used independently even in an are shown in the Preset Code Table (vEnd of the [AMP] b The mode switches each time is pressed. environment containing multiple DENON amplifiers. this manual). GAMP modeH GZONE2 modeH GZONE3 modeH When the code is registered, the signal transmission indicator flashes twice.
  • Page 74 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...
  • Page 75 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 76: Setting The Remote

    Learning Function indicator When using multiple DENON AV receivers in the same room, If your AV devices are of a brand other than DENON or if they AMP] make this setting so that only the desired AV receiver operates. cannot be operated with the preset memory function, their...

  • Page 77: System Call Function

    Press the buttons you want to register in the same Punch Through Function sequence as the operations you want to perform. • With some remote control units, the signals cannot be learned or the CD, DVD or VCR mode buttons can be stored at unused TV or device will not operate properly even when the signals have been The signal transmission indicator lights when a button is SAT/CBL mode buttons.

  • Page 78: Adjusting The Backlight's Brightness

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

  • Page 79: Sub Remote Control Unit Operations

    Functions of Buttons by Component Sub Remote Control Unit Operations b1: Affects the currently selected zone. DVD, HDP, TV / CBL, DVR-1, DVR-2, VCR, Device operated • The sub remote control unit is equipped with frequently used b2: In ZONE4, it is not possible to select sources with no digital input V.AUX, SAT, TUNER, CD, PHONO buttons, so it can be used for simple remote control unit signals (“PHONO”...
  • Page 80 Device operated NET / USB iPod Multi-zone [ZONE SELECT] Zone selection indicator [ZONE OFF] ZONE SELECT Zone operation mode selection Zone operation mode selection [ZONE ON] ZONE OFF Power turned off ( b 1) Power turned off ( b 1) [ADVANCED SETUP] ZONE ON Power turned on ( b 1)

  • Page 81: Switching Zones

    The currently selected multi-zone indicator lights. Setting the Remote ID Setting the Zone for Which the Sub When using multiple DENON AV receivers in the same room, Remote Control Unit is Used (ZONE make this setting so that no AV receiver other than the desired SELECT LOCK Mode) one operates.

  • Page 82: Multi-Zone Connections And Operations

    Multi-Zone Connections and Operations Multi-Zone Connections • For ZONE2, it is necessary to set in sequence with the signal connected to either the power amplifier or bit stream amps. The amp should be the power amplifier in the case of ZONE3, and the bit-stream for ZONE4. •...

  • Page 83: Multi-Zone Operations

    GOperation on the remote control unitH ZONE3 in the case of PCM (2-channel) signals only. [VOLUME] • Digital audio signals input from the DENON LINK or HDMI connectors In the zone mode whose volume you want to adjust, press Multi-zone [ZONE SELECT] cannot be played in multi-zone.

  • Page 84: Other Information

    Dolby Surround as well (Using surround back speakers) as Dolby Digital 5.1 channel and DTS Surround 5.1 channel sources. Furthermore, all the DENON original surround modes (vpage 49 q When mainly playing movies “DSP Simulation Playback”) are compatible with 7 .1 channel playback, Recommended when your surround speakers are single or 2-way so you can enjoy 7 .1 channel sound with any signal source.

  • Page 85: Dolby Surround

    w Setting for primarily watching movies using diffusion type Front speakers Surround Center speaker speakers for the surround speakers For the greatest sense of surround sound envelopment, diffuse The AVP-A1HD is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that radiation speakers such as bipolar (THX) types, or dipolar types, lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the Monitor provide a wider dispersion than is possible to obtain from a direct...

  • Page 86: Home Thx Cinema Surround

    Dolby Pro Logic g DTS 96/24 Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Pro Logic g is a matrix decoding technology developed by Dolby “Dolby” , “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of DTS 96/24 is a digital audio format enabling high sound quality Laboratories.

  • Page 87: Thx Ultra

    Timbre Matching™ THX Ultra2 Cinema Boundary Gain Compensation The human ear changes our perception of a sound depending on the THX Ultra2 Cinema mode plays 5.1 movies using all 8 speakers giving If your chosen listening room layout (for practical or aesthetic reasons) direction from which the sound is coming.

  • Page 88: Denon Link

    DENON LINK is a unique digital, balanced transfer type interface trademark of Dolby Laboratories. Used with permission. developed by DENON. It offers high speed, high quality transfer of HDCD ® is an encoding/decoding technology that greatly reduces digital audio data with low signal loss. It can be used together with...

  • Page 89: 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 90 Signals and adjustability in the different modes Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses) NEO:6 PRO LOGIC g/gx MUSIC mode Surround Mode MUSIC EXT. IN only only Tone Dynamic mode only Mode Decoder Room Size Effect Level Delay Time Subwoofer Night Mode Room EQ RESTORER...
  • Page 91 Differences in Surround Mode Names Depending on the Input Signals Button Input signals DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DVD-AUDIO Super Audio CD LINEAR (Windows DTS-HD DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY Note DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY Surround mode ANALOG PCM / Media Audio) / High DSCRT...
  • Page 92 Input signals Button DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DVD-AUDIO Super Audio CD LINEAR (Windows DTS-HD DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY Note DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY Surround mode ANALOG PCM / Media Audio) / High DSCRT MTRX DOLBY DIGITAL DIGITAL DVD-Audio DVD-Audio Master...
  • Page 93 Button Input signals DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DVD-AUDIO Super Audio CD (Windows LINEAR DTS- DTS-HD DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY DVD- Note Media Audio) DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DVD- Surround mode ANALOG PCM / High DSCRT MTRX DIGITAL DIGITAL Audio...
  • Page 94 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 95 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 96 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 97 Input signal Monitor output Monitor output (Normally) (when GUI menu displayed) Video Convert HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO S (VIDEO) S (S-VIDEO) S (S-VIDEO) S (VIDEO) S (COMPONENT) S (COMPONENT) S (VIDEO) S (COMPONENT) S (S-VIDEO) S (COMPONENT) S (S-VIDEO)
  • Page 98 Input signal Monitor output S-VIDEO Video Convert Monitor Out COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO – – S (VIDEO) – S (S-VIDEO) Used S (S-VIDEO) S (VIDEO)*2 Not used – S (VIDEO) – S (COMPONENT) – S (COMPONENT) S (VIDEO) –...

  • Page 99: Troubleshooting

    Page Power turns off • Set is damaged. • Turn off the power and contact a – suddenly and DENON service center. Troubleshooting power indicator flashes red. If a problem should arise, first check the following: GRemote Control UnitH 1. Are the connections correct? 2.
  • Page 100 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 101 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 102: Specifications

    GWireless LANH Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page Cannot connect • The settings SSID • Match the network settings with 34 ~ 37 Specifications to network. and network key (WEP) are the AVP-A1HD’s settings. incorrect. • The reception is poor and the •...
  • Page 103 Wireless LAN Network type (wireless LAN standards) : Conforming to IEEE 802.11b Conforming to IEEE 802.11g (Conforming to Wi-Fi ® ) Transfer rate: DS-SS: 11 / 5.5 / 2 / 1 Mbps (Automatic switching) OFDM: 54 / 48 / 36 / 24 / 18 / 12 / 9 / 6 Mbps (Automatic switching) Security: SSID (Network name) WEP key (network key) (64/128 bits)
  • Page 104 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) 62865, 62837, 62838, 62839 Hwalin...
  • Page 105 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 106 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 107 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 108 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 109 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 110 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 111 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 112 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 113 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 114 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 115 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 116 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 117 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 118 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 119 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 120 Denon Brand Company, D&M Holdings Inc. 5415 10211 020DA...

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