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AVR-X4200W
INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER
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  • Page 1 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AVR-X4200W INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER Owner’s Manual Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Accessories Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) Inserting the batteries Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the Denon Link Operating range of the remote control unit HD function Features Connecting a video camcorder or game console...
  • Page 3 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing an iPod Listening to Internet Radio Listening to music on an iPod Listening to Internet Radio iPod Browse Mode settings Playing the last played Internet Radio station Performing repeat playback Using vTuner to add Internet Radio stations to favorites Performing random playback Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS Playing a USB memory device...
  • Page 4 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AirPlay function Selecting a sound mode Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad Selecting a sound mode Playing iTunes music with this unit Direct playback Selecting multiple speakers (devices) Pure Direct playback Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit Auto surround playback of this unit...
  • Page 5 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Settings Inputs Input Assign Menu map Source Rename Menu operations Hide Sources Inputting characters Source Level Using the keyboard screen Input Select Using the number buttons Speakers Audio Audyssey ® Setup Dialog Level Adjust Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey ®...
  • Page 6 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Network Operating external devices with the remote control unit Information Registering preset codes Connection Operating devices Wi-Fi Setup Initializing registered preset codes Settings Specifying the operating zone with the remote control Network Control Resetting the remote control unit Friendly Name Diagnostics Maintenance Mode...
  • Page 7 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips Tips Troubleshooting Resetting factory settings Appendix About HDMI Video conversion function Playing back a USB memory devices Playing back a Bluetooth device Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS Playing back Internet Radio Personal memory plus function Last function memory Sound modes and channel output...
  • Page 8 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade Upgrade (Auro-3D) Audio Auro-Matic 3D Preset o Auro-3D Auro-Matic 3D Strength Features Inputs High quality sound Decode Mode Connecting speakers Manual Setup Speaker installation 34, 37 Amp Assign Layout including height speakers and top speakers Speaker Config.

  • Page 9: Accessories

    Playback Settings Tips Appendix Thank you for purchasing this Denon product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product. After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference. Accessories Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.

  • Page 10: Inserting The Batteries

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Inserting the batteries NOTE 0 To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid: 0 Do not use a new battery together with an old one. Slide the rear cover off the remote control unit in the 0 Do not use two different types of batteries.

  • Page 11: Features

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Features Audyssey DSX ® (v p. 197) High quality sound This unit is equipped with Audyssey DSX processor. By connecting ® front height speakers to this unit and playing back with Audyssey DSX ® With discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides processing you can experience a more vertically expansive front identical quality for all 7-channels (165 Watts x 7-channels)
  • Page 12 HD” (v p. 329) This unit is equipped with our exclusive “Denon Link HD” technology. When connected to a Denon disc player that has Denon Link HD, the sound localization becomes more precise, with increased detail and definition. The system works by carrying the critical clock timing signals via the dedicated Denon Link HD connection, minimizing the jitter caused by conventional digital connections.
  • Page 13 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) Auro-3D This unit is equipped with an Auro-3D decoder. With Auro-3D, Front Height (FHL+FHR) and Surround Height (SHL+SHR) are added to a conventional 5.1-channel system to achieve a natural and realistic sound field that is three-dimensional and fully immersive. After performing the Auro-3D upgrade you will be able to fully enjoy Auro-3D playback if you properly place the speakers for Auro-3D.

  • Page 14: High Performance

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Digital video processor upscales analog video signals (SD High performance resolution) to HD (720p/1080p) and 4K (v p. 211) 4K 60Hz input/output supported Up to 1080p Up scaling This unit is equipped with a 4K video upscaling function that allows When 4K Ultra HD (High Definition) is used, an input/output speed of 60 analog video or SD (Standard Definition) video to be output via HDMI at frames per second (60p) is achieved for video signals.
  • Page 15 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV The device is equipped with a AirPlay ® function in addition to devices (8 inputs, 3 outputs) network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 131) You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet For connection to a broad range of digital sources, this unit features 8 Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC, and displaying...
  • Page 16 Download the appropriate “Denon 2015 AVR Remote” for your iOS or Android devices. This unit needs to be connected to the same LAN or Wi-Fi (wireless LAN) network that the iPhone or iPod touch is connected to.

  • Page 17: Easy Operation

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Easy operation “Setup Assistant” provides easy-to-follow setup instructions First select the language when prompted. Then simply follow the instructions displayed on the TV screen to set up the speakers, network, etc. Easy to use Graphical User Interface This unit is equipped with a Graphical User Interface for improved operability.

  • Page 18: Part Names And Functions

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Part names and functions Front panel Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 19 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix C SOURCE SELECT knob This selects the input source. (v p. 90) D Remote control sensor This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 10) E Display This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 22) F MASTER VOLUME knob This adjusts the volume level.
  • Page 20 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix With the door open E STATUS button Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the display. r t y u F Information button (INFO) This displays the status information on the TV screen. (v p. 269) G Cursor buttons (uio p) These select items.
  • Page 21 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix N BACK button This returns to the previous screen. O ENTER button This determines the selection. P SETUP button This displays the menu on the TV screen. (v p. 181) Q AUX1 INPUT connector Used to connect analog output compatible devices such as video Q3 Q4 camcorders and game consoles.

  • Page 22: Display

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Display A Input signal indicators D Tuner reception mode indicators The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal. These light up according to the reception conditions when the input (v p. 219) source is set to “Tuner”.
  • Page 23 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix L Input/output signal channel indicators The channel for input/output signals is displayed according to the setting configured for “Channel Indicators”. (v p. 265) When “Channel Indicators” is set to “Output” (Default) These light when audio signals are being output from the speakers. When “Channel Indicators”...

  • Page 24: Rear Panel

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Rear panel Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 25 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix B TRIGGER OUT jacks Used to connect devices equipped with the trigger function. (v p. 87) C Digital audio connectors (DIGITAL AUDIO) Used to connect devices equipped with digital audio connectors. “Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel)”...
  • Page 26 “Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 76) F Denon Link HD connector J NETWORK connector Used to connect a Denon Link HD compatible Blu-ray Disc player. Used to connect to a LAN cable when connecting to a wired LAN (v p. 77) network.
  • Page 27 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix O PRE OUT connectors Used to connect a subwoofer with built-in amplifier or an external power amplifier. “Connecting the subwoofer” (v p. 43) “Connecting ZONE” (v p. 171) P Component video connectors (COMPONENT VIDEO) Used to connect devices equipped with component video connectors.

  • Page 28: Remote Control Unit

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Remote control unit A AVR operation buttons (AVR CONTROL MAIN, Z2, Z3) These switch the zone (MAIN ZONE, ZONE2, ZONE3) that is operated AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER MAIN MAIN through the remote control unit. “Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3”...

  • Page 29: Connections

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix G MUTE button (:) This mutes the output audio. “Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting)” (v p. 91) AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER MAIN MAIN “Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) (ZONE2/ ZONE3)” (v p. 177) DEV.

  • Page 30: Connections

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix N POWER button (X) This turns the power on/off. “Turning the power on” (v p. 90) AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER MAIN MAIN “Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3” (v p. 176) DEV. V. O TV operation buttons (TV X / TV MENU / TV INPUT) These turn the TV power on/off, switch the TV input and call up menus.

  • Page 31: Connections

    Contents Connections Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents o Cables used for connections Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to Connecting speakers connect. Connecting a TV Connecting a playback device Speaker cable Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port Connecting an FM/AM antenna Connecting to a home network (LAN) Subwoofer cable...

  • Page 32: Connecting Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting speakers Install speakers and connect them to this unit. (“Speaker installation” (v p. 32), “Speaker connection” (v p. 42)) Speaker installation Determine the speaker system depending on the number of speakers you Place the FRONT left and right speakers an are using and install each speaker and subwoofer in the room.
  • Page 33 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Place the FRONT HEIGHT left and right speakers FHL/FHR directly above the front speakers. Mount them as (Front height speaker close to the ceiling as possible and aim them left/right): towards the main listening position. Mount the TOP FRONT left and right speakers on TFL/TFR the ceiling slightly in front of your main listening...
  • Page 34 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) SHL/SHR Place the SURROUND HEIGHT left and right (Surround height speakers directly above the surround speakers. speaker left/right): Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 35 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix About Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers reflect the sound off the ceiling to allow the sound to come from over your head by using a special upward- pointing speaker that is placed on the floor. You can enjoy the Dolby Atmos 3D sound even in an environment where speakers cannot be installed on the ceiling.
  • Page 36 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Height speakers layout 0 This unit is compatible with Audyssey DSX ® , Dolby Atmos and DTS:X which offers an even wider and deeper surround sensation. When using Audyssey DSX , install front wide speakers or front height speakers. ®...
  • Page 37 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) Height speakers layout Surround height speaker Front height speaker Point slightly downwards Surround speaker Front speaker GViewed from the sideH z1 30° - 45° Viewed from the top Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...

  • Page 38: Surround Back Speakers

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o When 7.1-channel speakers are installed using o When 9.1-channel speakers are installed using surround back speakers front wide speakers SW C Listening position 1: 22° - 30° 2: 55° - 60° 3: 90° - 110° 4: 135°...
  • Page 39 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o When 5.1-channel speakers are installed 1:22° - 30° 2:120° Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 40 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Layout including height speakers and ceiling n Ceiling speaker layout example speakers Combination of 5.1-channel layout and top front/top rear speakers. n Height speaker layout example Combination of 5.1-channel layout and front height/rear height speakers.
  • Page 41 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker layout example Upgrade (Auro-3D) Combination of 5.1-channel layout and front Dolby/surround Dolby n Auro-3D layout example speakers. Combination of 5.1-channel speakers with Front Height/Surround Height speakers. Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...

  • Page 42: Speaker Connection

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Speaker connection NOTE 0 Carry out the following settings when using a speaker with an impedance of 4 – 6 Here we connect the speakers in the room to this unit. Ω/ohms. This section explains how to connect them using typical examples. Press and hold the main unit’s o and p at the same time for at least 3 seconds.

  • Page 43: Connecting The Speaker Cables

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Connecting the speaker cables o Connecting the subwoofer Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – Use a subwoofer cable to connect the subwoofer. Two subwoofers can (black) polarities on the speakers being connected to this unit, and be be connected to this unit.
  • Page 44 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o About the cable label (supplied) for channel Speaker terminals Color identification FRONT L White FRONT R The channel display section for speaker terminals on the rear panel is CENTER Green color-coded for each channel to be identifiable. SURROUND L Light blue Attach the cable label corresponding to each speaker to each speaker...
  • Page 45 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Attach the cable label for each channel to its speaker cable as shown in the diagram. Refer to the table and attach the label to each speaker cable. Then, make connection so that the color of the speaker terminal matches that of the cable label.

  • Page 46: Speaker Configuration And "Amp Assign" Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings This unit has a built-in 7-channel power amplifier. In addition to the basic 5.1-channel system, a variety of speaker systems can be configured by changing the “Amp Assign” settings to suit the application, such as 7.1-channel systems, bi-amp connections and 2-channel systems for multi-zone playback. (v p.

  • Page 47: Contents Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) 0 In addition to the connections described in p.48 - 69, this unit allows for various Refer to the example connection for “Example connection for the Auro-3D speaker connections with the “Amp Assign” setting. 9.1-channel system”...
  • Page 48 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o 5.1-channel playback This serves as a basic 5.1-channel surround system. Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 49 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o 7.1-channel playback System for 7.1-channel surround playback. You can connect speakers for up to 11-channels for MAIN ZONE. When you connect speakers for 8 or more channels, the output speakers automatically switch according to the input signal and sound mode. Example connections when using surround back speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with surround back speakers.
  • Page 50 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Example connections when using front wide speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with front wide speakers. 0 Set “Floor” - “Layout” to “5ch & SB & FW” or “5ch & FW” in the menu when connecting in this configuration. (v p. 233) Front panel Display Rear panel...
  • Page 51 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Example connections when using ceiling speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with ceiling speakers. 0 Set “Height Sp” to “2ch” in the menu when connecting in this configuration. (v p. 233) 0 The top front or top rear speakers can be connected instead of the top middle speakers.
  • Page 52 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Example connections when using height speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with front height speakers. 0 Set “Height Sp” to “2ch” in the menu when connecting in this configuration. (v p. 233) 0 The rear height speakers can be connected instead of the front height speakers.
  • Page 53 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Example connections when using Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with front Dolby speakers. 0 Set “Dolby Sp” to “2ch” in the menu when connecting in this configuration. (v p. 233) 0 The surround Dolby speakers can be connected instead of the front Dolby speakers.
  • Page 54 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o 9.1-channel playback System for 9.1-channel surround playback. You can connect speakers for up to 13-channels for MAIN ZONE by using an external power amplifier. When you connect speakers for 10 or more channels, the output speakers automatically switch according to the input signal and sound mode. Example connection when using surround back and front wide speakers Power amplifier 0 Set “Floor”...
  • Page 55 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Example connection when using one set of ceiling speakers HEIGHT 1 Power amplifier 0 Set “Height” - “Height Sp” to “2ch” in the menu when connecting in this configuration. (v p. 233) SBR SBL z The top front or top rear speakers can be connected instead of the top middle speakers.
  • Page 56 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Example connection when using two sets of ceiling speakers HEIGHT 2 Power amplifier 0 Set “Height Sp” to “4ch” in the menu when connecting in this configuration. (v p. 233) HEIGHT 1 z You can change the combination of the HEIGHT1 and HEIGHT2 channels in the settings.
  • Page 57 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Example connection when using one set of height speakers HEIGHT 1 Power amplifier 0 Set “Height” - “Height Sp” to “2ch” in the menu when connecting in this configuration. (v p. 233) SBR SBL z The rear height speakers can be connected instead of the front height speakers.
  • Page 58 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Example connection when using two sets of height speakers HEIGHT 2 Power amplifier 0 Set “Height Sp” to “4ch” in the menu when connecting in this configuration. (v p. 233) HEIGHT 1 z You can change the combination of the HEIGHT1 and HEIGHT2 channels in the settings.
  • Page 59 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Example connection when using one set of Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers HEIGHT 1 Power amplifier 0 Set “Height” - “Dolby Sp” to “2ch” in the menu when connecting in this configuration. (v p. 233) SBR SBL z The surround Dolby speakers can be connected instead of the front Dolby speakers.
  • Page 60 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Example connection when using two sets of Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers HEIGHT 2 SDR SDL Power amplifier 0 Set “Dolby Sp” to “4ch” in the menu when connecting in this configuration. (v p. 233) SBR SBL HEIGHT 1 z You can change the combination of the HEIGHT1 and HEIGHT2 channels in the...
  • Page 61 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) Example connection for the Auro-3D 9.1-channel system This speaker configuration is optimized for Auro-3D playback. HEIGHT 2 Power amplifier HEIGHT 1 0 Set “Floor” - “Layout” to “5ch” or set “5ch & SB” and “Height Sp” to “4ch” in the menu when connecting in this configuration. (v p. 235) Next, set “Height”...
  • Page 62 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix z The combination of the HEIGHT1 and HEIGHT2 channels can be changed to the following patterns according to the speaker system being used. Set this from “Amp Assign” in the menu. (v p. 231) Combination of height speakers to be used Connected terminals Number of height/...
  • Page 63 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) Combination of height speakers to be used Connected terminals Number of height/ Number of Dolby Combination pattern HEIGHT1 SPEAKER HEIGHT2 PRE OUT ceiling speakers Speakers Front Height & Surr. Height Front Height Surround Height 4 speakers None...
  • Page 64 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 5.1-channel (bi-amp connection of front speakers) This system plays back 5.1-channels. You can use the bi-amp connection for front speakers. Bi-amp connection is a method to connect separate amplifiers to the tweeter terminal and woofer terminal of a speaker that supports bi-amplification. This connection enables back EMF (power returned without being output) from the woofer to flow into the tweeter without affecting the sound quality, producing a higher sound quality.
  • Page 65 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 7.1-channel + speakers used exclusively for 2-channel playback You can connect speakers used exclusively for 2-channel playback, which are used for the direct and stereo modes, and speakers used exclusively for 7.1 multi-channel playback. The speakers used exclusively for multi-channel playback and the speakers used exclusively for 2-channel playback are automatically switched for playback in accordance with the sound mode.
  • Page 66 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 5.1-channel + front speakers of second unit This system enables switching playback between front speakers A and B as desired. (B) (A) (A) (B) Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 67 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 5.1-channel (MAIN ZONE) + 2-channel (ZONE2 or ZONE3) This type of configuration plays back 5.1-channels in MAIN ZONE and 2-channels in ZONE2. (Speakers can output audio from ZONE3 instead of ZONE2 (Assign Mode: 5.1ch + ZONE3).) MAIN ZONE ZONE2 ZONE2...
  • Page 68 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 5.1-channel (MAIN ZONE) + 1-channel (ZONE2) + 1-channel (ZONE3) This type of configuration plays back 5.1-channels in MAIN ZONE and 1-channel (monaural) in ZONE2 and ZONE3. MAIN ZONE ZONE3 ZONE2 Mono Mono ZONE2 ZONE3 ZONE2 ZONE3 Mono...

  • Page 69: Connecting An External Power Amplifier

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Connecting an external power amplifier You can use this unit as a pre-amp by connecting an external power amplifier to the PRE OUT connectors. By adding a power amplifier to each channel, the realness of the sound can be further enhanced. Select the terminal to use and connect the device.

  • Page 70: Connecting A Tv

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a TV Connect a TV to this unit so that the input video is output to the TV. You can also enjoy audio from the TV on this unit. How to connect a TV depends on the connectors and functions equipped on the TV. ARC (Audio Return Channel) function plays TV audio on this unit by sending the TV audio signal to this unit via HDMI cable.

  • Page 71: Connection 1 : Tv Equipped With An Hdmi Connector And Compatible With The Arc (Audio Return Channel)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) Use an HDMI cable to connect a TV that is compatible with the ARC function to this unit. Set “HDMI Control”...

  • Page 72: Connection 2 : Tv Equipped With An Hdmi Connector And Incompatible With The Arc (Audio Return Channel)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) Use an HDMI cable to connect the TV to this unit. To listen to audio from TV on this unit, use an optical cable to connect the TV to this unit. OPTICAL HDMI Front panel...

  • Page 73: Connection 3 : Tv Equipped Without An Hdmi Connector

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector Use a component video or a video cable to connect the TV to this unit. To listen to audio from TV on this unit, use an optical cable to connect the TV to this unit. OPTICAL VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO...

  • Page 74: Connecting A Playback Device

    “Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 75) “Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 76) “Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the Denon Link HD function” (v p. 77) “Connecting a video camcorder or game console” (v p. 78) “Connecting a turntable”...

  • Page 75: Connecting A Set-Top Box (Satellite Tuner/Cable Tv)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) This explanation uses the connection with a satellite tuner/cable TV STB as an example. Select the input connectors on this unit to match the connectors on the device that you want to connect to. (HDMI incompatible device) Satellite tuner/ Satellite tuner/...

  • Page 76: Connecting A Dvd Player Or Blu-Ray Disc Player

    VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO HDMI HDMI 0 When connecting a Blu-ray Disc player that is compatible with Denon Link HD, see “Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the Denon Link HD function” (v p. 77). Front panel Display Rear panel...

  • Page 77: Connecting A Blu-Ray Disc Player Compatible With The Denon Link Hd Function

    Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the Denon Link HD function By making a Denon Link HD connection to a player compatible with the Denon Link HD function, you can enjoy higher quality playback compared with when only the HDMI connector connection is made.

  • Page 78: Connecting A Video Camcorder Or Game Console

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a video camcorder or game console This explanation uses the connection with a video camcorders as an example. Connect a playback device to this unit, such as a video camcorder or game console. Video camcorder HDMI...

  • Page 79: Connecting A Turntable

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting a turntable This unit is compatible with turntables equipped with a moving magnet (MM) phono cartridge. When you connect to a turntable with a low output moving coil (MC) cartridge, use a commercially available MC head amp or a step-up transformer. If you set this unit’s input source to “Phono”...

  • Page 80: Connecting An Ipod Or Usb Memory Device To The Usb Port

    USB memory device 0 Denon does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate or receive power. When using a portable USB hard disk drive (HDD) which came with an AC adapter, use that device’s supplied AC adapter. NOTE 0 USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub.
  • Page 81 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Supported iPod/iPhone models • iPod classic • iPod nano • iPod touch • iPhone Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...

  • Page 82: Connecting An Fm/Am Antenna

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting an FM/AM antenna Connect the antenna, tune in to a broadcast and then move the antenna to AM loop antenna the location where there is least noise. Then use tape, etc. to fix the (supplied) antenna in this location.
  • Page 83 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o AM loop antenna assembly o Using the AM loop antenna Suspending on a wall Put the stand section through the bottom of the loop Suspend directly on a wall without assembling. antenna from the rear and bend it forward. Insert the projecting part into the square hole in the stand.

  • Page 84: Connecting To A Home Network (Lan)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting to a home network (LAN) This unit can connect to a network using a wired LAN or wireless LAN. Wired LAN You can connect this unit to your home network (LAN) to enable various types of playback and operations as described below.

  • Page 85: Wireless Lan

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Wireless LAN 0 When using this unit, we recommend you use a router equipped with the following When connecting to the network via wireless LAN, connect the external functions: antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity connection to the rear panel 0 Built-in DHCP server and stand them upright.

  • Page 86: Connecting An External Control Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting an external control device REMOTE CONTROL jacks When this unit is installed in a location where the remote control signals cannot reach (installation in a cabinet etc.), it can still be controlled by the remote control by connecting a remote control receiver unit (sold separately).

  • Page 87: Trigger Out Jacks

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix TRIGGER OUT jacks When a device with TRIGGER IN jack is connected, the connected device’s power on/standby can be controlled through linked operation to this unit. The TRIGGER OUT jack outputs a maximum 12 V DC /150 mA electrical signal. 12 V DC/150 mA trigger-compatible device NOTE 0 Use a monaural mini-plug cable for connecting the TRIGGER OUT jacks.

  • Page 88: Connecting The Power Cord

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connecting the power cord After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet. Power cord (supplied) To household power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 Hz) Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...

  • Page 89: Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contents Playback network audio/service Listening to Internet Radio Basic operation Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS Turning the power on Listening to Pandora ® Selecting the input source Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio Adjusting the volume AirPlay function Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting)

  • Page 90: Basic Operation

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Basic operation Turning the power on POWER X AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER MAIN MAIN Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit. DEV. V. DEVICE DEVICE MENU MENU MENU MENU CBL / INPUT 0 You can press the input source select button when the unit is in standby mode to...

  • Page 91: Adjusting The Volume

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the volume Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume. The following describes the procedure for playing DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player. 0 The variable range differs according to the input signal and channel level setting. Prepare for playback.

  • Page 92: Playing An Ipod

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing an iPod You can use the USB cable provided with the iPod to connect the iPod with the unit’s USB port and enjoy music stored on the iPod. AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER For information on the iPod models that can be played back with this MAIN...

  • Page 93: Listening To Music On An Ipod

    0 Depending on the type of iPod and the software version, some functions may not operate. 0 Note that Denon will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising with the data on an iPod when using this unit in conjunction with the iPod.

  • Page 94: Ipod Browse Mode Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix iPod Browse Mode settings Operation buttons Function Playback In this mode, various lists and screens during playback on the iPod are Pause displayed on the TV screen. Stop This section describes the steps up to playing back tracks on the iPod in “On-Screen”.
  • Page 95 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations accessible through the option menu This can be operated when the “iPod Browse Mode” is set to “On- Screen”. (v p. 94) “iPod Browse Mode settings” (v p. 94) “Performing repeat playback” (v p. 96) “Performing random playback”...

  • Page 96: Performing Repeat Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Performing repeat playback Performing random playback Press OPTION with “iPod Browse Mode” set to “On- Press OPTION with “iPod Browse Mode” set to “On- Screen”. Screen”. The option menu screen is displayed. The option menu screen is displayed. Use ui to select “Repeat”, then press ENTER.

  • Page 97: Playing A Usb Memory Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing a USB memory device Playing back music or viewing still picture (JPEG) files stored on a USB memory device. AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage class standards MAIN MAIN can be played on this unit.

  • Page 98: Playing Files Stored On Usb Memory Devices

    ENTER. Playback starts. NOTE 0 Note that Denon will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising with the data on a USB memory device when using this unit in conjunction with the USB memory device. Front panel Display...
  • Page 99 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations accessible through the option menu “Performing repeat playback” (v p. 136) “Performing random playback” (v p. 136) “Searching content with keywords (Text Search)” (v p. 138) “Playing back music and a favorite picture at the same time (Slideshow)”...

  • Page 100: Listening To Music On A Bluetooth Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to music on a Bluetooth device Music files stored on Bluetooth devices such as smartphones, digital music players, etc. can be enjoyed on this unit by pairing and connecting AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER this unit with the Bluetooth device.

  • Page 101: Playing Music From Bluetooth Device

    Turn on Bluetooth from your mobile device’s control of this unit. settings menu, then select “Denon AVR-X4200W” when it appears The next time the input source is switched to Bluetooth, this unit in the device list. automatically connects to the last Bluetooth device that was connected.
  • Page 102 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Operation buttons Function NOTE Playback 0 To operate the Bluetooth device with the remote control of this unit, the Bluetooth Pause device needs to support the AVRCP profile. 0 The remote control of this unit is not guaranteed to work with all Bluetooth devices. Stop 0 Depending on the type of Bluetooth device, this unit outputs audio that is coupled Skip to previous track / Skip to next track...

  • Page 103: Pairing With Other Bluetooth Devices

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 0 This unit can be paired with a maximum of 8 Bluetooth devices. When a 9th Pair a Bluetooth device with this unit. Bluetooth device is paired, it will be registered in place of the oldest registered device.

  • Page 104: Reconnecting To This Unit From A Bluetooth Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device After pairing is completed, the Bluetooth device can be connected without performing any operations on this unit. This operation also needs to be performed when switching the Bluetooth device for playback.

  • Page 105: Listening To Fm/Am Broadcasts

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to FM/AM broadcasts You can use the built-in tuner of this unit to listen to FM broadcasts and AM broadcasts. AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER Make sure the FM antenna and AM loop antenna are connected to this MAIN MAIN unit first.

  • Page 106: Listening To Fm/Am Broadcasts

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to FM/AM broadcasts Use o p to select “FM” or “AM”, then press ENTER. When listening to an FM broadcast. Connect the antenna. (“Connecting an FM/AM antenna” (v p. 82)) When listening to an AM broadcast. Press TUNER to switch the input source to “Tuner”.

  • Page 107: Tuning In By Entering The Frequency (Direct Tune)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations accessible through the option Tuning in by entering the frequency menu (Direct Tune) “Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune)” (v p. 107) You can enter the receiving frequency directly to tune in. “Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode)”...

  • Page 108: Changing The Tune Mode (Tune Mode)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto Preset You can change the mode for tuning into FM and AM broadcasts. If you Memory) cannot tune in automatically with “Auto” mode, change the mode to “Manual”...

  • Page 109: Presetting The Current Broadcast Station (Preset Memory)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Presetting the current broadcast Channel Default settings 92.10 / 92.30 / 92.50 / 92.70 / 93.10 / 93.50 / 93.70 / 94.10 station (Preset Memory) 1 – 8 94.30 / 94.50 / 94.70 / 94.90 / 95.10 / 95.30 / 95.50 / 95.70 Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune them 9 –...

  • Page 110: Specify A Name For The Preset Broadcast Station (Preset Name)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Specify a name for the preset Use ui to select a name label, then press ENTER. broadcast station (Preset Name) The screen that lets you edit the Preset Name is displayed. If you select “Set Defaults”, then the unit returns to displaying the You can set the name to the preset broadcast station or change it.

  • Page 111: Skipping Preset Broadcast Stations (Preset Skip)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Skipping preset broadcast stations To set the stations you want to skip by stations (Preset Skip) A Use o p to select the group of broadcast stations you want to skip. Perform auto preset memory to save all the broadcasting stations that can B Use ui to select the broadcast station you want to skip.

  • Page 112: Cancelling Preset Skip

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Cancelling Preset Skip While the “Preset Skip” screen is displayed, use o p to select a group containing a broadcast station to cancel the skip for. Use ui to select a broadcast station to cancel the skip for.

  • Page 113: Listening To Internet Radio

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to Internet Radio Internet Radio refers to radio broadcasts distributed over the Internet. Internet Radio stations from around the world can be received. AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER The Internet radio station list on this unit the database service provided MAIN MAIN by vTuner radio station.

  • Page 114: Listening To Internet Radio

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to Internet Radio Use ui to select the search method for the radio station that you wish to playback and then press ENTER. Prepare for playback. Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s power. Select the various regions.

  • Page 115: Playing The Last Played Internet Radio Station

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing the last played Internet Radio Use ui p to select the station, then press ENTER. station Playback starts once buffering reaches “100%”. Operation buttons Function Press INTERNET RADIO. Playback The source switches to “Internet Radio” and the last played radio Stop station plays.

  • Page 116: Using Vtuner To Add Internet Radio Stations To Favorites

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Using vTuner to add Internet Radio Enter your E-mail address and a password of your stations to favorites choice. Select the search criteria (genre, region, language, There are many Internet Radio stations in the world, and this unit can tune etc.) of your choice.

  • Page 117: Playing Back Files Stored On A Pc And Nas

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS This unit can play back music files and playlists (m3u, wpl) stored on a PC and on Network Attached Storage (NAS) that supports DLNA. AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER...

  • Page 118: Applying Media Sharing Settings

    Start up Windows Media Player 12 on the PC. Select “Media Sharing” in the “Library”. Select “More streaming options...” in the “Stream”. Click the “Share my media” check box, select “Denon AVR-X4200W”, and then click “Allow”. Select “Allowed” in the “Denon AVR-X4200W” drop- down list.

  • Page 119: Playing Back Files Stored On A Pc And Nas

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back files stored on a PC and Use ui to select the server including the file to be played, then press ENTER. Use iu p to select the file, then press ENTER. Use this procedure to play music files, image files or playlists. Playback starts once buffering reaches “100%”.
  • Page 120 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations accessible through the option menu 0 The display switches between track title, artist name, and album title each time the main unit’s STATUS is pressed. “Performing repeat playback” (v p. 136) 0 When a WMA (Windows Media Audio), MP3 or MPEG-4 AAC file includes album “Performing random playback”...

  • Page 121: Listening To Pandora

    DEVICE DEVICE Playback of Pandora in this unit requires the Pandora account to be linked MENU MENU MENU MENU to the unit. Therefore, access http://www.pandora.com/denon from your CBL / INPUT AUDIO AUDIO personal computer and perform the linkage. Blu-ray Blu-ray...

  • Page 122: Listening To Pandora

    Use uio p to select “Pandora”, then press ENTER. Pandora I have a Pandora account I am to new to Pandora Online Music Please go to http://www.pandora.com/denon and follow the instructions there to create a new account. Favorites Internet Radio Media Server...
  • Page 123 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Input “Email address” and “Password”. For character input, see “Using the keyboard screen” (v p. 183). Press BACK to cancel the input. When “Cancel input?” is displayed, select “Yes”, then press ENTER. After inputting the “Email address” and “Password”, select “OK”, then press ENTER.

  • Page 124: Creating A New Station

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Creating a new station Operation buttons Function Playback You can create up to 100 radio stations. Pause Use ui to select “New Station”, then press ENTER. Stop Skip to next track Input a track or artist name, then press “OK”. Playback / Pause ENTER For character input, see “Using the keyboard...

  • Page 125: Listening To An Existing Station

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to an existing station Use ui and select the radio station that you want to listen to, then press ENTER. 0 You can skip up to 6 tracks that are being played back within 1 hour. Listening to created radio stations at random Use ui to select “Shuffle”, then press ENTER.

  • Page 126: Giving Feedback And Managing Stations

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Giving feedback and managing Bookmarks the artist currently being played. stations Bookmark this track : You can check on a computer or iPhone etc. You can personalize your stations by providing feedback. For details, see the Pandora web page. Press when you don’t like the track that Press p while a track is playing.

  • Page 127: Sign Out

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sign Out Disassociate this unit from your Pandora account. Use ui to select “Sign Out”, then press ENTER. When the popup menu appears, use o p to select “Yes”, then press ENTER. o Operations accessible through the option menu “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source (Channel Level Adjust)”...

  • Page 128: Listening To Siriusxm Internet Radio

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio You can access SiriusXM to enjoy access to a wide range of unique content. AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER An All Access package lets you listen to SiriusXM on your computer, MAIN MAIN smartphone, tablet or Lynx Portable.

  • Page 129: Listening To Siriusxm Internet Radio

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio Use uio p to select “SiriusXM”, then press ENTER. Over 155 channels commercial-free music, plus play-by-play sports, exclusive talk, comedy and entertainment. Online Music Prepare for playback. Favorites Internet Radio Media Server A Check the network environment, then turn on this unit’s power.

  • Page 130: Sign Out

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sign Out Use ui to select the genre, then press ENTER. Disassociate this unit from your SiriusXM account. Use ui to select the file, then press ENTER. The selected file is displayed. Use ui to select “Sign Out”, then press ENTER. Operation buttons Function When the popup menu appears, use o p to select...

  • Page 131: Airplay Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix AirPlay function Music files stored on your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or iTunes can be played on this unit via the network. Router This unit 0 + is displayed on the menu screen while AirPlay is being operated. 0 Source input will be switched to “Online Music”...

  • Page 132: Playing Songs From Your Iphone, Ipod Touch Or Ipad

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod Playing iTunes music with this unit touch or iPad Install iTunes 10, or later, on a Mac or Windows PC that If you update your “iPhone/iPod touch/iPad” to iOS 4.2.1 or later, you can is connected to the same network as this unit.

  • Page 133: Selecting Multiple Speakers (Devices)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Selecting multiple speakers (devices) Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit of this unit It is possible to play iTunes songs on your home’s AirPlay compatible speakers (devices) other than those of this unit. With this unit’s remote control unit, you can perform iTunes song play, pause, and auto search (cue) operations.

  • Page 134: Spotify Connect Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Spotify Connect function Spotify is the world’s most popular streaming service. If you subscribe to Playing Spotify music with this unit Spotify Premium, you can control your new speaker with your phone or tablet. Because Spotify is built-in to your speaker, you can still take calls or Download the “Spotify App”...

  • Page 135: Convenience Functions

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Convenience functions This section explains how to use convenient functions that can be used for each input source. AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER These functions can only be set in the MAIN ZONE. MAIN MAIN DEV.

  • Page 136: Performing Repeat Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Performing repeat playback Performing random playback n Supported input sources: n Supported input sources : USB / Media Server / Bluetooth USB / Media Server / Bluetooth While content is playing, press OPTION. While content is playing, press OPTION. The option menu screen is displayed.

  • Page 137: Registering To Favorites

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Registering to Favorites Playing back content added to the “Save to Favorites” You can register a total of 100 favorites. n Supported input sources : Press ONLINE MUSIC. Internet Radio / Media Server / Pandora / SiriusXM Use uio p to select “Favorites”, then press ENTER.

  • Page 138: Deleting Content Added To Favorites

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Deleting content added to favorites Searching content with keywords (Text Search) Press ONLINE MUSIC. n Supported input sources : Use uio p to select “Favorites”, then press ENTER. USB / Internet Radio / Media Server Use ui to select the content you want to delete from While the content is playing, press OPTION.
  • Page 139 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back music and a favorite picture at the same time (Slideshow) n Supported input sources : n Supported input sources : Internet Radio / Media Server Play back a still picture. Play back a still picture. Playing back still pictures stored on USB memory devices.

  • Page 140: Setting The Slideshow Interval

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setting the Slideshow Interval 0 The “Slideshow Interval” settings are reflected for all input sources. Set the playback interval when playing back a slideshow of still picture (JPEG) files stored on a USB memory device or media server. n Supported input sources: USB / Media Server While the list is displayed, press OPTION.
  • Page 141 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source (Channel 0 Select “Reset” and press ENTER if you want to restore the adjustment values of the various channels to “0.0 dB” (default). Level Adjust) 0 Headphone volume can be adjusted when a headphone is connected.

  • Page 142: Adjusting The Tone (Tone)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the tone (Tone) Select “On” in step 3 and press i to select the sound range to be adjusted. Adjusts the tonal quality of the sound. Bass: Adjust bass. Press OPTION. Treble: Adjust treble. The option menu screen is displayed.

  • Page 143: Displaying Your Desired Video During Audio Playback (Video Select)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Displaying your desired video during If you selected “On” in step 3, press i and select audio playback (Video Select) “Source”. Use o p to select the input source for video you want This unit can display video from a different source on TV during audio to play back, then press ENTER.
  • Page 144 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Adjusting the picture quality for your Use o p to select picture mode. viewing environment (Picture Mode) No picture quality adjustment is done Off: with this unit. n Supported input sources : The standard mode suited for most Standard: CBL/SAT / DVD / Blu-ray / Game / AUX1 / living room viewing environments.

  • Page 145: Playing The Same Music In All Zones (All Zone Stereo)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Stopping the All Zone Stereo mode Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) During playback in All Zone Stereo mode, press OPTION. You can play back the music being played back in MAIN ZONE The option menu screen is displayed.

  • Page 146: Selecting A Sound Mode

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Selecting a sound mode This unit allows you to enjoy various kinds of surround and stereo playback modes. AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER Disc formats such as Blu-ray Disc and DVD, as well as being supported by MAIN MAIN digital broadcasting, and even by streaming movies and music from...

  • Page 147: Selecting A Sound Mode

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Switching the sound mode Selecting a sound mode Press MOVIE, MUSIC or GAME to display a list of the sound modes that can be selected. Each time you press MOVIE, MUSIC or GAME, Press MOVIE, MUSIC or GAME to select a sound mode.

  • Page 148: Direct Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Direct playback Pure Direct playback Sound recorded in source is played as is. This mode is for playback with higher sound quality than in Direct playback mode. Press PURE to select “Direct”. This mode turns off the main unit display and analog video circuit. Doing so suppresses noise sources that affect sound quality.

  • Page 149: Auto Surround Playback

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Auto surround playback This mode detects the type of input digital signal, and automatically selects the corresponding mode for playback. Perform stereo playback when the input signal is PCM. When the input signal is Dolby Digital or DTS, the music is played back according to the respective channel number.
  • Page 150 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Description of sound mode types Dolby sound mode Sound mode type Description Dolby Surround This mode uses Dolby Surround Upmixer to extend various sources to natural and realistic multi channels for playback. Use ceiling speakers such as top middle speakers to realize a three-dimensional sound field. Dolby Digital This mode can be selected when playing sources recorded in Dolby Digital.
  • Page 151 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix DTS sound mode Sound mode type Description DTS Surround This mode can be selected when playing sources recorded in DTS. This mode is suitable for playing discs recorded in DTS-ES. DTS ES Dscrt6.1 The surround back channel added using the discrete method is played as an independent channel. Since all channels are independent, the 360-degree spacial expressiveness and sound localization are enhanced.
  • Page 152 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) Auro-3D sound mode Sound mode type Description Auro-3D This mode uses an Auro-3D decoder to create three-dimensional audio output using the Height Channel. It is ideal for playback of signals encoded as Auro-3D with a Height Channel. If signals not encoded as Auro-3D are input, an Upmixer called the Auro-Matic is used to create highly realistic three-dimensional audio output.
  • Page 153 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix PCM multi-channel sound mode Sound mode type Description Multi Ch In This mode can be selected when playing multi-channel PCM/DSD sources. Audyssey DSX ® sound mode Sound mode type Description This mode creates playback for the new channels (front wide or front height) in 5.1-channel systems. By adding front wide Audyssey DSX (A-DSX) ®...
  • Page 154 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Original sound mode Sound mode type Description Multi Ch Stereo This mode is for enjoying stereo sound from all speakers. Rock Arena This mode simulates the expansive sound of a live concert in an arena. Jazz Club This mode simulates the experience of being in an intimate jazz club.
  • Page 155 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Stereo sound mode Sound mode type Description Stereo This mode plays 2-channel stereo audio with no additional surround sound processing. Sound is output from the front left and right speakers, and subwoofer if connected. When multi-channel signals are inputted, they are mixed down to 2-channel audio and are played back with no additional surround sound processing.
  • Page 156 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal The following sound modes can be selected using the MOVIE, MUSIC and GAME buttons. Adjust the sound field effect with the menu “Surround Parameter” to enjoy surround sound the way you like it. (v p. 186) Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button...
  • Page 157 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button MUSIC button GAME button Stereo Multi-channel Dolby Digital Dolby Digital + Dolby Surround Dolby Digital Dolby Digital A-DSX Dolby TrueHD Dolby TrueHD + Dolby Surround Dolby TrueHD Dolby Atmos Dolby TrueHD A-DSX Dolby Digital Plus Dolby Digital Plus + Dolby Surround...
  • Page 158 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button MUSIC button GAME button DTS-HD HI RES DTS-HD MSTR DTS-HD MSTR A-DSX DTS-HD/ DTS Express DTS Express DTS Express A-DSX DTS-HD + Neural:X DTS-HD HI RES A-DSX DTS:X DTS:X DTS:X MSTR Multi Ch In...
  • Page 159 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button MUSIC button GAME button Auro-3D 2-channel Multi-channel Auro-2D Surround z1 2-channel also includes analog input. z3 The sound mode that can be selected differs depending on the audio format of the input signal and the number of channels. For details, see “Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes”...
  • Page 160 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Views on the display Blu-ray Dolby D + A Shows a decoder to be used. In the case of the Dolby Digital Plus decoder, “Dolby D +” is displayed. B Shows a decoder that creates sound output. “k”...

  • Page 161: Hdmi Control Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix HDMI control function A recent addition to the HDMI standard is CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which allows control signals from one device to communicate with another device via the HDMI cable connection. Setting procedure Enable the HDMI control function of this unit.

  • Page 162: Smart Menu Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Smart Menu function This function can be used to configure the settings of this unit, select an o Now Playing input source and set Tuner and Internet Radio stations using the TV remote control. Enjoy content from the input source currently selected on this unit.

  • Page 163: Setup Menu

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Setup Menu Displays a setup menu for configuring the settings of this unit. o Quick Select Calls up the QUICK SELECT items registered to this unit. NOTE 0 If the “HDMI Control” or “Smart Menu” settings have been changed, always reset the power to connected devices after the change.

  • Page 164: Sleep Timer Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sleep timer function You can have the power automatically switched to standby once a set time has elapsed. This is convenient for viewing and listening while going to AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER sleep.

  • Page 165: Using The Sleep Timer

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Checking the remaining time Using the sleep timer Press SLEEP when the sleep timer is in operation. The remaining time appears on the display. Press MAIN, Z2 or Z3 to select the operating zone with the remote control.

  • Page 166: Quick Select Plus Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Quick select plus function Settings such as the input source, volume level and sound mode can be registered to the QUICK SELECT 1 - 4 buttons. AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER You can simply press one of the registered QUICK SELECT buttons in MAIN MAIN MAIN...

  • Page 167: Calling Up The Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Calling up the settings Press MAIN, Z2 or Z3 to select the operating zone with the remote control. The button for the selected zone is lit. Press QUICK SELECT. The Quick Select settings registered to the button you pressed are called up.

  • Page 168: Changing The Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Changing the settings Press MAIN, Z2 or Z3 to select the operating zone with the remote control. The button for the selected zone is lit. Set the items below to the settings you want to register.

  • Page 169: Web Control Function

    Switch the “Network Control” setting to “Always On”. This unit (v p. 255) Check the IP address of this unit with “Information”. (v p. 249) Network/Information Friendly Name Denon AVR-X4200W DHCP Connection Wired (Ethernet) IP Address 192.168.100.19 zzzzzz-000000 MAC Address Checking the IP address.
  • Page 170 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Enter the IP address of this unit in browser’s address When the top menu is displayed, click on the menu box. item you want to operate. For example, if the IP address of this unit is “192.168.100.19”, enter “http://192.168.100.19”.

  • Page 171: Playback In Zone2/Zone3 (Separate Room)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3 (Separate room) You can operate this unit to enjoy video and audio in a room (ZONE2 and ZONE3) that is different from the room where this unit is placed (MAIN ZONE). You can simultaneously play back the same source in both the MAIN ZONE, ZONE2 and ZONE3.
  • Page 172 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Connection 2 : Connection through the video output connector and speaker output connector When “Assign Mode” in the menu is set to any of the following audio is output from speakers in ZONE2 or ZONE3. (v p. 232) n Assign Mode: 5.1ch + ZONE2 n Assign Mode: 5.1ch + ZONE3 MAIN ZONE...

  • Page 173: Front Panel Display Rear Panel

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Assign Mode: 5.1ch + ZONE2/3-MONO MAIN ZONE ZONE2 ZONE3 This unit VIDEO VIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...
  • Page 174 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Connection 3 : Connection through the video output connector and external power amplifiers The audio signals of this unit’s ZONE2 and ZONE3 audio output connectors are played on the ZONE2 and ZONE3 power amplifiers. ZONE2 ZONE3 MAIN ZONE...
  • Page 175 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 0 The analog audio signal and the 2-channel PCM signal input from HDMI connector or digital connectors (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) can be played back in ZONE2. 0 If you want to play back HDMI signals other than 2-channel PCM in ZONE2, set “HDMI Audio” to “PCM”. (v p. 262) 2-channel PCM signals are output from a device connected to the input source selected for ZONE2 and can be played back in ZONE2.

  • Page 176: Playback In Zone2/Zone3

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3 Press Z2 or Z3 to switch the zone mode. Z2 or Z3 button lights. POWER X Press POWER X to turn on the ZONE2 or ZONE3 power. AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER MAIN...

  • Page 177: Turning Off The Sound Temporarily (Muting)

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Adjusting the volume (ZONE2/ZONE3) Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume. At time of purchase, “Volume Limit” is set to “70 (–10 dB)”. (v p. 262) 0 Turn MASTER VOLUME after pressing ZONE2 SOURCE or ZONE3 SOURCE on the main unit to adjust the volume.

  • Page 178: Menu Map

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Settings Tips Appendix Menu map When using menu operations, connect this unit to a TV and operate this unit while viewing the TV. The recommended settings are configured for this unit by default. You can customize this unit based on your existing system and your preferences. Setting items Detailed items Description...
  • Page 179 Used to check the network connection. Maintenance Mode Used when receiving maintenance from a Denon service engineer or custom installer. This mode is not designed for use by the end user, and should only be used by a trained service technician or custom installation professional.
  • Page 180 Information Shows information about this unit settings, input signals, etc. Usage Data Selects whether or not to send anonymous usage data to Denon. Setup Lock Protects settings from inadvertent changes. Begin Setup...
  • Page 181 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Menu operations AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER MAIN MAIN MAIN Press MAIN on the remote control unit to set the DEV. V. operating zone to the MAIN ZONE. DEVICE DEVICE The MAIN button lights. MENU MENU MENU...

  • Page 182: Text Search

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Inputting characters On this unit, you can change the name displayed on the following screens to the names that you prefer. Preset Name (v p. 110) Text Search (v p. 138) Source Rename (v p. 217) Friendly Name (v p.
  • Page 183 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Using the keyboard screen Display the screen for inputting characters. Press ENTER to move the cursor to the character that you wish to change. GExampleH “Source Rename” screen Each time ENTER is pressed, the cursor moves by one character.
  • Page 184 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Using the number buttons When the keyboard screen is displayed, press 0 – 9. The 10 key input screen is displayed. Place the cursor at the character to be changed with o p and press the number button (0 – 9) until the desired character is displayed.
  • Page 185 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Audio Make audio-related settings. Dialog Level Adjust Subwoofer Level Adjust This setting adjusts the output level to clarify the dialogue output from the This setting adjusts the volume level for the subwoofer. center channel. o Subwoofer Level Adjust o Dialog Level Adjust Set whether to adjust the subwoofer level.
  • Page 186 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Loudness Management Surround Parameter This sets whether to output as specified in “Dynamic Compression” or You can adjust the surround audio sound field effects to match your output directly without compressing the dynamic range of audio preferences.
  • Page 187 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dynamic Compression o Low Frequency Effects Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds). Adjust the low frequency effects level (LFE). Automatic dynamic range compression Auto: -10 dB – 0 dB (Default : 0 dB) on/off control according to source.
  • Page 188 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Center Spread o DTS Neural:X Center spread expands the center channel signal to left and right front DTS Neural:X Expands the non-object based audio signals and speakers to create a wider frontal audio image for the listener. It is optimizes them for your speaker configuration.

  • Page 189: Auro-Matic 3D Preset

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) Upgrade (Auro-3D) o Auro-Matic 3D Preset o Auro-Matic 3D Strength Selects the Auro-Matic 3D Preset for fine tuning the Auro-3D Changes the level of the up-mixed channels in relation to the original experience to specific audio material.

  • Page 190: Delay Time

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Delay Time o Room Size Adjust the audio delay time against video to extend the sound field Determine size of acoustic environment. image. Small: Simulate acoustics of a small room. 0 ms – 300 ms (Default : 30 ms) Simulate acoustics of a medium-small Medium small: room.
  • Page 191 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Speaker Select o Subwoofer Makes settings for the speakers outputting sound. Turn subwoofer output on and off. Floor Plays back without height speakers. The subwoofer is used. (Default): (Default): Floor & Height: Plays back with height speakers. Off: The subwoofer is not used.
  • Page 192 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Restorer 0 This item can be set with analog signals or PCM signal (Sample Rate = Compressed audio formats such as MP3, WMA (Windows Media Audio) 44.1/48 kHz) is input. and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the amount of data by eliminating signal 0 This item default setting for “Online Music”, “iPod/USB”...
  • Page 193 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Limit Audio Delay Make a setting for maximum volume. Compensates for incorrect timing between video and audio. 60 (–20 dB) / 70 (–10 dB) / 80 (0 dB) 0 ms – 200 ms (Default : 0 ms) Off (Default) o Power On Level 0 Audio Delay for game mode can be set when “Video Mode”...
  • Page 194 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Mute Level Audyssey ® Set the amount of attenuation when muting is on. Set Audyssey MultEQ XT32, Audyssey Dynamic EQ , Audyssey ® ® Full Dynamic Volume and Audyssey LFC™. These can be selected after ®...
  • Page 195 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dynamic EQ o MultEQ ® XT32 Solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is MultEQ ® XT32 compensates for both time and frequency decreased by taking into account human perception and room characteristics of the listening area based on Audyssey ®...

  • Page 196: Dynamic Volume

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Reference Level Offset o Dynamic Volume Solves the problem of large variations in volume level between TV, Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® is referenced to the standard film mix level. It movies and other content (between quiet passages and loud makes adjustments to maintain the reference response and surround passages, etc.) by automatically adjusting to the user’s preferred envelopment when the volume is turned down from 0 dB.

  • Page 197: Audyssey Dsx

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Audyssey LFC™ o Audyssey DSX ® Adjusts the low frequency band to prevent bass and vibration from Provides more immersive surround sound by adding the new being conveyed to neighboring rooms. channels. Use “Audyssey LFC™”. Turn on Audyssey DSX ®...
  • Page 198 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Stage Width Graphic EQ Adjust sound stage width when using front wide speakers. Uses the graphic equalizer to adjust the tone of each speaker. –10 – +10 (Default : 0) o Stage Height 0 Speakers for which “Graphic EQ”...

  • Page 199: Speaker Selection

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Speaker Selection o Adjust EQ Select whether to adjust tones for individual speakers or for all Adjust tonal balance for each frequency band. speakers. 1. Select the speaker. All: Adjust all speaker tones together. 2.
  • Page 200 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Curve Copy Copy the Flat correction curve created in the Audyssey ® Setup. 0 “Curve Copy” is displayed after Audyssey ® Setup has been performed. 0 “Curve Copy” cannot be used when using headphones. o Set Defaults The “Graphic EQ”...
  • Page 201 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Video Make video-related settings. o Picture Mode Picture Adjust Select the desired picture mode according to the video content and Picture quality can be adjusted. your viewing environment. The standard mode suited for most living Standard: room viewing environments.
  • Page 202 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Contrast Adjust picture contrast. 0 The two special adjustment modes, ISF Day and ISF Night, should be used by a certified technician to adjust the color calibration to match the installation -50 – +50 (Default : 0) conditions.

  • Page 203: Noise Reduction

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Noise Reduction HDMI Setup Reduce overall video noise. Make settings for HDMI video/audio output. Low / Medium / High / Off (Default : Off) NOTE 0 When “HDMI Control” and “HDMI Pass Through” is set to “On”, it consumes more o Enhancer standby power.

  • Page 204: Hdmi Audio Out

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o HDMI Audio Out o Video Output Select HDMI audio output device. Select the HDMI monitor connector to be used. Play back through speakers connected to The presence of a TV connected to the (Default): the unit.

  • Page 205: Hdmi Control

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o HDMI Control o ARC You can link operations with devices connected to HDMI and On the TV connected to the HDMI MONITOR 1 connector, set whether compatible with HDMI Control. to receive sound from the TV via HDMI. Use HDMI control function.

  • Page 206: Inputs

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o HDMI Pass Through o Pass Through Source Selects how this unit will transmit HDMI signals to the HDMI output in Sets the HDMI connector that inputs HDMI signals when in standby. standby power mode. The most recently used input source will Last: go into standby mode.
  • Page 207 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o TV Audio Switching o Power Off Control Sets automatic switching to the “TV Audio” input when a TV connected Links the power standby of this unit to external devices. via HDMI sends an appropriate CEC control command to the AVR. If power to a connected TV is turned off independently of the input source, power Select the “TV Audio”...
  • Page 208 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Power Saving o Smart Menu If “TV Speaker” is set as the audio output setting of your TV, this unit is This function can be used to configure the settings of this unit, select automatically set to standby mode to reduce power consumption.

  • Page 209: Video Mode

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Video Mode Output Settings Configure the video processing method to match the type of video Makes settings for video output. content. Auto Process video automatically based on (Default): the HDMI content information. 0 Can be set when “HDMI”, “COMP” or “VIDEO” is assigned for each input source. (v p.

  • Page 210: Video Conversion

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Video Conversion o i/p Scaler The input video signal is converted automatically in conjunction with Set the video input signal to be subjected to i/p scaler processing. the connected TV. (v p. 304) i/p Scaler will convert the resolution of the input video signal to the value set in “Resolution”.
  • Page 211 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Resolution n When the input source is set to “iPod/USB” and “Online Music” Set the output resolution. You can set “Resolution” separately for HDMI output of the analog video input and HDMI input. Use i/p scaler function.

  • Page 212: Progressive Mode

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Progressive Mode o Aspect Ratio Set an appropriate progressive conversion mode for the source video Set the aspect ratio for the video signals output to the HDMI. signal. 16:9 Output at 16:9 aspect ratio. The video signal is automatically (Default): Auto...
  • Page 213 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Component Video Out On Screen Display Set the zone to which the component video output connector is assigned. Select the on-screen display user interface preferences. MAIN ZONE Assigns the component video output o Volume (Default): connector to MAIN ZONE.
  • Page 214 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Now Playing TV Format Sets the display time for the playback display when the input source is Set the video signal format to be output for the TV you are using. “Online Music”, “iPod/USB”, “Bluetooth” or “Tuner”. o Format Always On Show display continuously.

  • Page 215: Inputs

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Inputs Perform settings related to input source playback. You do not have to change the settings to use the unit. Make settings when needed. Input Assign 0 By default, each item is set as follows. By making connections as indicated by the input sources printed on the Input connector audio/video input connectors of this unit, you can just press one of the...
  • Page 216 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o HDMI o ANALOG Set this to change the HDMI input connectors assigned to the input Set this to change the analog audio input connectors assigned to the sources. input sources. Assign a analog audio input connector to 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / Assign an HDMI input connector to the 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / Front:...
  • Page 217 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o VIDEO Source Rename Set this to change the composite video input connectors assigned to Change the display name for input source. the input sources. This is convenient when the name of your device and the input source Assign the video input connector to the name of this unit are different.

  • Page 218: Inputs

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Hide Sources Source Level Remove from the display input sources that are not used. This function corrects the playback level of the selected input source’s audio input. Show Use this source. Make this setting if there are differences in the input volume levels (Default): between the different sources.

  • Page 219: Decode Mode

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Decode Mode Input Select Set the audio decode mode for input source. Set the audio input mode and decode mode of each input source. It is normally recommended to set the audio input mode to “Auto”. But The input modes available for selection may vary depending on the input we recommend changing it to “PCM”...

  • Page 220: Manual Setup

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Speakers The acoustic characteristics of the connected speakers and listening room are measured and the optimum settings are made automatically. This is called “Audyssey ® Setup”. You do not have to perform Audyssey Setup when you have already performed “Speaker Calibration” in “Setup Assistant”. ®...
  • Page 221 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o About the main listening position NOTE The main listening position is the position where listeners would 0 Make the room as quiet as possible. Background noise can disrupt the room measurements. Close windows and turn off the power on electronic devices normally sit or where one would normally sit alone within the listening (radios, air conditioners, fluorescent lights, etc.).
  • Page 222 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Procedure for speaker settings Attach the Sound calibration microphone to the supplied microphone stand or own tripod and install it (Audyssey ® Setup) at the main listening position. When installing the Sound calibration microphone, point the tip of Preparation the microphone toward the ceiling and adjust the height to match the height of the ears of a listener in a seated position.

  • Page 223: Amp Assign

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Connect the Sound calibration microphone to the Select “Start”, then press ENTER. SETUP MIC jack of this unit. Audyssey ® Setup can also make the following settings. Amp Assign The signals output from the SURROUND BACK, FRONT WIDE and HEIGHT1 speaker terminals can be switched in accordance with your speaker environment.
  • Page 224 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix When the following screen is displayed, select “Begin When the detected speaker is displayed, select “Next” Test” and then press ENTER. and then press ENTER. Start the measurement of the first position. Audyssey Setup Speaker Detection Audyssey Setup Select “Begin Test”...
  • Page 225 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Move the Sound calibration microphone to position 2, Repeat step 8, measuring positions 3 to 8. select “Continue”, then press ENTER. The measurement of the second position starts. Measurements can be made in up to eight positions. 0 To skip measuring the fourth and subsequent listening position, press o to select “Complete”...
  • Page 226 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix When the analysis and storage ends, unplug the Sound Perform the settings for Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® calibration microphone from the SETUP MIC jack on the Audyssey Dynamic Volume ® main unit and then press “Next”. The following screen is displayed during the analysis.
  • Page 227 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Select “Details” and press ENTER to verify the measurement results. Subwoofers may measure a greater reported distance than the actual distance due to added electrical delay common in subwoofers. NOTE 0 Do not change the speaker connection or subwoofer volume after Audyssey ®...
  • Page 228 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Error messages An error message is displayed if Audyssey ® Setup could not be completed due to speaker placement, the measurement environment, etc. If an error message is displayed, check the relevant items and perform the necessary measures. Be sure to turn off the power before checking speaker connections. Examples Error details Measures...
  • Page 229 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Subwoofer level error message and how to Select “SW Level Matching” and then press ENTER. adjust Adjust the volume control on your subwoofer so that The optimal level of each subwoofer channel for Audyssey ®...
  • Page 230 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Retrieving Audyssey ® Setup settings If you set “Restore...” to “Restore”, you can return to Audyssey Setup ® measurement result (value calculated at the start by MultEQ XT32) even ® when you have changed each setting manually. Audyssey Setup Your AV receiver can automatically measure the acoustics of your room then optimize your speakers using the included...

  • Page 231: Manual Setup

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Manual Setup Setting to use the 7-channel power amplifier within this unit and an Perform when setting the speakers manually or when changing settings external power amplifier connected to made in Audyssey ® Setup. PRE OUT connector to play back up to If you change the speaker settings after performing Audyssey Setup,...
  • Page 232 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 5.1ch + ZONE2 Setting to assign the power amplifiers Setting to assign the power amplifiers (Default): in this unit for ZONE2 to 2-channels. within this unit for connecting the second set of front speakers. Setting to assign the power amplifiers 5.1ch + ZONE3 : You can switch between the desired...
  • Page 233 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Floor o Height n Layout n Height Sp Select the floor speakers location. Select the number of the height speakers and ceiling speakers used in MAIN ZONE. This layout combines a surround back or 5ch &...
  • Page 234 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n Layout Select the height, ceiling, or Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker location. The layouts that can be selected differ depending on the combinations of “Assign Mode” and “Floor” - “Layout” in the menu. (“Assign Mode”...
  • Page 235 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Settings AUDIO OUT connectors Height Speakers Dolby Speakers NOTE Layout HEIGHT1 HEIGHT2 Front Dolby & Top Rear Front Dolby Top Rear Front Dolby & Rear Height Front Dolby Rear Height Front Height & Surr. Dolby Front Height Surround Dolby Top Front &...
  • Page 236 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Pre-out The HEIGHT1/HEIGHT2 left and right HEIGHT1 & HEIGHT2 pre-amp outputs are connected to an When “Assign Mode” is set to “9.1ch”, selects the PRE OUT external amplifier. connectors that connect the external power amplifier used in MAIN The front/HEIGHT2 left and right pre-amp ZONE.

  • Page 237: Speaker Config

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Center Speaker Config. Set the presence and size of the center speaker. Select whether or not speakers are present, playback capacity for low Use a large speaker that can adequately bass frequencies and speaker size. Large: play back very low bass frequencies.
  • Page 238 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Surround o Surr. Back Set the presence and size of the surround speakers. Set the presence, size and number of surround back speakers. Use a large speaker that can adequately Use a large speaker that can adequately Large: Large: play back very low bass frequencies.
  • Page 239 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Front Wide o Front Dolby Set the presence and size of the front wide speakers. Set the presence and size of the front Dolby speakers. Use a large speaker that can adequately Use a large speaker that can adequately Large: Large: play back very low bass frequencies.
  • Page 240 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Top Middle o Top Rear Set the presence and size of the top middle speakers. Set the presence and size of the top rear speakers. Use a large speaker that can adequately Use a large speaker that can adequately Large: Large: play back very low bass frequencies.
  • Page 241 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Back Dolby Upgrade (Auro-3D) Set the presence and size of the back Dolby speakers. o Surround Height Use a large speaker that can adequately Large: Set the presence and size of the surround height speakers. play back very low bass frequencies.
  • Page 242 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Set the distance Distances 0.0 ft – 60.0 ft / 0.00 m – 18.00 m Set distance from listening position to speakers. Measure beforehand the distance from the listening position to each speaker. 0 The speakers that can be selected differ depending on the “Amp Assign”...
  • Page 243 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dolby Speaker Setup Levels Set the distance between the Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker and the Set the volume of the test tone to be the same at the listening position ceiling. when it is output from each speaker. 3.0 ft - 11.0 ft / 0.90 m - 3.30 m(Default : 6.0 ft / 1.80 m) o Test Tone Start A test tone is output from the selected speaker.
  • Page 244 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Set the crossover frequency Crossovers 40 Hz / 60 Hz / 80 Hz / 90 Hz / 100 Hz / 110 Hz / 120 Hz / 150 Hz / Set in accordance with the lower limit frequency of the base frequencies 200 Hz / 250 Hz (Default : 80 Hz) that can be played back through each speaker.
  • Page 245 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o LPF for LFE Bass Set LFE signal playback range. Set this when you want to change the Set subwoofer and LFE signal range playback. playback frequency (low pass filter point) of the subwoofer. o Subwoofer Mode 80 Hz / 90 Hz / 100 Hz / 110 Hz / 120 Hz / 150 Hz / 200 Hz / 250 Hz (Default : 120 Hz)
  • Page 246 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Front Speaker 2ch Playback Set the front speaker A/B to use for every sound mode. Select the method for setting the speakers used in the 2-channel direct and stereo playback modes. Front speaker A is used. (Default): o Setting Front speaker B is used.
  • Page 247 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Subwoofer o SW Mode Set the presence of a subwoofer. Select low range signals to be reproduced by subwoofer. When “2ch Playback”-“Front” is set to Use a subwoofer. (Default): “Large”, only LFE signals are output from the subwoofer.
  • Page 248 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Crossover o Level FL/Level FR Set the maximum frequency of the bass signal output from each Adjust the level of each channel. channel to the subwoofer. -12.0dB – +12.0dB (Default : 0.0dB) 40 Hz / 60 Hz / 80 Hz / 90 Hz / 100 Hz / 110 Hz / 120 Hz / 150 Hz / 200 Hz / 250 Hz (Default : 80 Hz) 0 This can be set when “2ch Playback”-“Subwoofer”...
  • Page 249 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Network To use this unit by connecting it to a home network (LAN), you must configure network settings. If you set up your home network (LAN) via DHCP, set “DHCP” to “On”. (Use the default setting.) This allows this unit to use your home network (LAN). When assigning an IP address to each device manually, you need to assign an IP address to this unit using the “IP Address”...
  • Page 250 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Connect Using Wi-Fi Setup Select the method for connecting to the home network (LAN). Connect to a wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) router. Wired (Ethernet): Use a LAN cable to connect to a network. The router can be connected in the following ways. Select the connection Use the wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) function to method to suit your home environment.
  • Page 251 2. Check that your iOS device is connected to the wireless LAN There are two ways to connect, using the push button method or the (Wi-Fi) router and select “Denon AVR-X4200W” from “SET UP PIN code method. Select the connection method to match your router.
  • Page 252 (SSID). seconds when the power of the unit is on. 2. Connect the wireless LAN of the PC or tablet used to “Denon AVR-X4200W” Select the encryption method according when the message “Connect your Wi-Fi device to Wi-Fi network called “Denon...

  • Page 253: Subnet Mask

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o DHCP Settings Selects how to connect to the network. Configure the proxy settings and IP address. Configure the network settings If you are using a broadband router (DHCP function), the information (Default): automatically from your router. required for network connection such as the IP address will be automatically configured since the DHCP function is set to “On”...

  • Page 254: Default Gateway

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Default Gateway o Port When connected to a gateway (router), input its IP address. Enter port number. o Primary DNS, Secondary DNS 0 If you cannot connect to the Internet, recheck the connections and settings. If there is only one DNS address indicated in the documentation (v p.

  • Page 255: Friendly Name

    Home Theater / Living Room / Family Room / Guest Room / 0 When using the web control function or Denon 2015 AVR Remote, use with the Kitchen / Dining Room / Master Bedroom / Bedroom / Den / “Network Control”...

  • Page 256: Physical Connection

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Internet Access Diagnostics Checks whether this unit has access to the Internet (WAN). Used to check the network connection. o Physical Connection Failed to connect to the Internet. Check Error: the Internet connection environment or Checks the physical LAN port connection.
  • Page 257 Ordinarily, this mode isn’t suitable for use by the end user, only by a trained service technician or custom installation professional. NOTE 0 Only use this function if so instructed by a Denon serviceperson or installer. Front panel Display Rear panel...

  • Page 258: Eco Mode

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix General Make various other settings. Language Set the language for display the menu on the TV screen. Configure the settings of the ECO Mode and auto standby mode. English / Français / Español (Default : English) o ECO Mode This mode can reduce the power consumption when the power of the unit is on.

  • Page 259: On Screen Display

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Power On Default o On Screen Display Set the mode to ECO when the power is on. Display the power consumption of this unit using a meter on the TV screen. The ECO Mode will be set to the previous Last setting before the power was switched Always display the meter on the TV...

  • Page 260: Auto Standby

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Auto Standby n ZONE2 / ZONE3 When there are no operations for a certain period of time as set here, Set so the unit power automatically switches to standby. the power is automatically shut off even if there is audio or video input. n MAIN ZONE Switches ZONE2/ZONE3 the standby 8 hours:...
  • Page 261 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Lch Level ZONE2 Setup/ZONE3 Setup Adjust the left channel output level. Makes settings for audio playback with ZONE2 and ZONE3. -12 dB – +12 dB (Default : 0 dB) o Rch Level 0 Values set for “Volume Limit” and “Power On Volume” are displayed according to the setting specified for the volume “Scale”...

  • Page 262: Volume Level

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o HDMI Audio (ZONE2 only) o Volume Limit Selects the audio signal format for playing an HDMI source in ZONE2. Make a setting for maximum volume. Through The HDMI audio signal is passed through 60 (-20 dB) / 70 (-10 dB) / 80 (0 dB) (Default): this unit to the device in ZONE2.
  • Page 263 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Mute Level Zone Rename Set the amount of attenuation when muting is on. Change the display title of each zone to one you prefer. Full The sound is muted entirely. MAIN ZONE / ZONE2 / ZONE3 (Default): The default setting is restored for the edited –40 dB :...

  • Page 264: Trigger Out 1/Trigger Out

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Trigger Out 1/Trigger Out 2 Front Display Select the conditions for activating trigger out. Makes settings related to the display on this unit. For details about how to connect the TRIGGER OUT jacks, see o Dimmer “TRIGGER OUT jacks”...
  • Page 265 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Channel Indicators Sets whether to use the input signal display or output signal display for the channel indication on the display. Uses the input signal display for the Input: channel indication on the display. Output Uses the output signal display for the (Default):...
  • Page 266 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Notifications Firmware When the latest firmware is available, a notification message is Checks for the latest firmware information about updates and upgrades, displayed on the TV screen at power on. updates the firmware, and sets up the notification message display for The notification message is displayed for about 40 seconds when the updates and upgrades.
  • Page 267 0 Information regarding the “Update” function and “Add New Feature” will be procedure. announced on the Denon website each time related plans are defined. The ID number can also be displayed by pressing and holding the main unit’s u and INFO for at least 3 seconds.
  • Page 268 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Video Information Show the HDMI input/output signals and HDMI monitor information for Show information about this unit settings, input signals, etc. MAIN ZONE. o Audio HDMI Signal Info. Resolution / Color Space / Pixel Depth Show the audio information for MAIN ZONE.
  • Page 269 Usage Data Displays and sets notifications. To help us improve our products and customer service, Denon collects Also, sets whether or not to display the notification when the power is anonymous information about how you use your AV receiver (such as turned on.
  • Page 270 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Setup Lock Protect settings from inadvertent changes. o Lock Turn protection on. Turn protection off. (Default): 0 When cancelling the setting, set “Lock” to “Off”. NOTE 0 When “Lock” is set to “On”, no setting items are displayed except for “Setup Lock”.

  • Page 271: Operating External Devices With The Remote Control Unit

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Operating external devices with the remote control unit When preset codes are registered in the included remote control unit, it can then be used to operate any devices you have, such as DVD players AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER...
  • Page 272 Press and hold down CD and OPTION until the DEV, TV and AVR indicators on the remote are flashing green, Use the following simple method to register the preset codes of Denon then release. Blu-ray Disc players, DVD players and CD players.
  • Page 273 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n Registering multiple players at the same time o Registering by entering preset numbers The following table shows the device groups that can be registered for Press and hold down QUICK SELECT 1 – 4 and OPTION each of the input source select buttons.
  • Page 274 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Press and hold down the input source button that you want to register the preset code to and SETUP until the DEV, TV and AVR indicators are flashing green. Enter the preset number (5 digits) listed for the device in the Preset Code Table using the number buttons (0 –...
  • Page 275 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Operating devices n CBL/SAT group (Set top box for satellite (SAT)/cable TV (CBL)/ To operate an external device, press the input source button registered Media player/IP TV) operation with the preset code, followed by one of the buttons in the following tables. Operation buttons Function AVR CONTROL...
  • Page 276 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix n TV group n VCR/PVR group (TV) operation (Video cassette recorder (VCR)/personal video recorder (PVR)) operation Operation buttons Function Operation buttons Function AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER AVR CONTROL AVR CONTROL POWER POWER MAIN MAIN TV power on/off...

  • Page 277: Audio Group

    ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER selection 0 Depending on the device, the DEVICE X button only performs the power-on operation. (Depending on the device, some Denon models can only be operated with the power turned on.) Front panel Display Rear panel...
  • Page 278 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Initializing registered preset codes Resetting the remote control unit All the settings are restored to their defaults. Press and hold down MAIN and OPTION until the DEV, Press and hold down DEVICE MENU until the DEV, TV TV and AVR indicators on the remote are flashing and AVR indicators on the remote are flashing green, green, then release.

  • Page 279: Tips

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Tips Appendix o Contents Troubleshooting Power does not turn on / Power is turned off Tips Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit I want the volume not to become too loud by mistake Display on this unit shows nothing I want to keep the volume at the same level when I turn the power on No sound comes out...

  • Page 280: Tips

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Tips I want the volume not to become too loud by mistake Set the volume upper limit for “Volume Limit” in the menu beforehand. This prevents children or others from increasing the volume too much by mistake. You can set this for each zone.
  • Page 281 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix I want to set the optimized listening environment after changing the configuration/position of the speakers or changing a speaker to a new one. Perform Audyssey ® Setup. This automatically makes the optimized speaker settings for the new listening environment. (v p. 220) I want to combine a desired video with the current music Set “Video Select”...

  • Page 282: Troubleshooting

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Troubleshooting If a problem should arise, first check the following: 1. Are the connections correct? 2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual? 3. Are the other devices operating properly? If this unit does not operate properly, check the corresponding symptoms in this section.

  • Page 283: Power Does Not Turn On / Power Is Turned Off

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Power does not turn on / Power is turned off Symptom Cause / Solution Page Power does not turn on. Check whether the power plug is correctly inserted into the power outlet. Power automatically turns The sleep timer is set.

  • Page 284: Operations Cannot Be Performed Through The Remote Control Unit

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit Symptom Cause / Solution Page Operations cannot be Batteries are worn out. Replace with new batteries. performed through the Operate the remote control unit within a distance of about 23 ft/7 m from this unit and at an angle of within remote control unit.

  • Page 285: No Sound Comes Out

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o No sound comes out Symptom Cause / Solution Page No sound comes out of Check the connections for all devices. speakers. Insert connection cables all the way in. － Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected. －...

  • Page 286: Desired Sound Does Not Come Out

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Desired sound does not come out Symptom Cause / Solution Page The maximum volume is set too low. Set the maximum volume using “Limit” on the menu. The volume does not increase. Appropriate volume correction processing is performed according to the input audio format and settings, －...
  • Page 287 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Symptom Cause / Solution Page DTS Neural:X cannot be selected when using the headphones. DTS Neural:X mode cannot － be selected. Dolby Surround mode Dolby Surround cannot be selected when using the headphones. － cannot be selected.

  • Page 288: Sound Is Interrupted Or Noise Occurs

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Sound is interrupted or noise occurs Symptom Cause / Solution Page During playback from the When the transfer speed of the USB memory device is slow, sound may occasionally be interrupted. － Internet radio or USB The network communication speed is slow or the radio station is busy.

  • Page 289: No Video Is Shown On The Tv

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o No video is shown on the TV Symptom Cause / Solution Page Check the connections for all devices. No picture appears. Insert connection cables all the way in. － Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected. －...
  • Page 290 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Symptom Cause / Solution Page When ZONE2 is operated with the same input source selected for MAIN ZONE and ZONE2, video in When using HDMI ZONE2, － MAIN ZONE may be interrupted. the video output in MAIN ZONE is interrupted.

  • Page 291: The Menu Screen Is Not Displayed On The Tv

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o The menu screen is not displayed on the TV Symptom Cause / Solution Page The menu screen or status The menu screen is only displayed on this unit and a TV connected with an HDMI cable. If this unit is －...

  • Page 292: Ipod Cannot Be Played Back

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o iPod cannot be played back Symptom Cause / Solution Page iPod cannot be connected. When using iPod by connecting it to the USB port, some iPod variations are not supported. When iPod is connected by using a USB cable other than the genuine cable, iPod may not be －...

  • Page 293: Usb Memory Devices Cannot Be Played Back

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o USB memory devices cannot be played back Symptom Cause / Solution Page “No connection” is This unit cannot recognize the USB memory device. Disconnect and reconnect the USB memory device. displayed. Mass storage class compatible USB memory devices are supported. －...

  • Page 294: Bluetooth Cannot Be Played Back

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o File names on the iPod/USB memory device are not displayed properly Symptom Cause / Solution Page The file names are not Characters that cannot be displayed have been used. On this unit, characters that cannot be displayed －...

  • Page 295: The Internet Radio Cannot Be Played Back

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o The Internet radio cannot be played back Symptom Cause / Solution Page A list of broadcasting The LAN cable is not properly connected, or the network is disconnected. Check the connection status. stations is not displayed. Perform the network diagnostic mode.

  • Page 296: Music Files On Pc Or Nas Cannot Be Played Back

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back Symptom Cause / Solution Page Files stored on a computer Files are stored in a non-compatible format. Record in a compatible format. cannot be played. Files that are copyright protected cannot be played on this unit.

  • Page 297: The Hdmi Control Function Does Not Work

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o The HDMI control function does not work Symptom Cause / Solution Page The HDMI control function Check that “HDMI Control” in the menu is set to “On”. does not work. You cannot operate devices that are not compatible with the HDMI control function. In addition, depending on the connected device or the settings, the HDMI control function may not work.

  • Page 298: Cannot Connect To A Wireless Lan Network

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network Symptom Cause / Solution Page Cannot connect to the The network name (SSID), password and encryption setting have not been set up correctly. Configure the network. network settings according to the setting details of this unit.

  • Page 299: When Using Hdmi Zone2, The Devices Does Not Function Properly

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o When using HDMI ZONE2, the devices does not function properly Symptom Cause / Solution Page When using MAIN ZONE, With the same input source selected for MAIN ZONE and ZONE2, when you operate MAIN ZONE, video －...

  • Page 300: Resetting Factory Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Resetting factory settings Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations cannot be performed. Various settings are reset to the factory default values. Make settings again. INFO Turn off the power using X. Press X while simultaneously pressing INFO and BACK.

  • Page 301: About Hdmi

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Appendix About HDMI HDMI is an abbreviation of High-Definition Multimedia Interface, which is an AV digital interface that can be connected to a TV or amplifier. This unit supports input and output of 3D (3 dimensional) video signals With the HDMI connection, high definition video and high quality audio of HDMI.
  • Page 302 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Auto Lip Sync ARC (Audio Return Channel) This function can automatically correct delay between the audio and This function transmits audio signals from the TV to this unit through video. the HDMI cable and plays back the audio from the TV on this unit Use a TV that is compatible with the Auto Lip Sync function.
  • Page 303 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Supported audio formats Copyright protection system In order to play back digital video and audio such as BD video or DVD 2-channel Linear 2-channel, 32 kHz – 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit video via HDMI connection, both this unit and the TV or player must to support the copyright protection system known as HDCP (High- Multi-channel 7.1-channel, 32 kHz –...

  • Page 304: Video Conversion Function

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Video conversion function This unit automatically converts the input video signals as shown in the diagram before outputting them to the TV. This unit HDMI-compatible TV Video device Output Input (IN) (MONITOR OUT) Output HDMI signal HDMI signal HDMI connector...
  • Page 305 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix This unit can convert the input video signals to the resolution that is set for “Resolution” in the menu before outputting them to the TV. (v p. 211) HDMI Output signal Input signal 480i/576i 480p/576p 720p 1080i...

  • Page 306: Playing Back A Usb Memory Devices

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back a USB memory devices This unit is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standard. This unit can show the artwork that was embedded by using MP3 ID3-Tag Ver. 2.3 or 2.4. This unit is compatible with WMA META tags. If the image size (pixels) of an album artwork exceeds 500 ×...

  • Page 307: Playing Back A Bluetooth Device

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back a Bluetooth device o Maximum number of playable files and folder The limits on the number of folders and files that can be displayed by This unit supports the following Bluetooth profile. this unit are as follows.

  • Page 308: Playing Back A File Saved On A Pc Or Nas

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS This unit is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standard. This unit can show the artwork that was embedded by using MP3 ID3-Tag Ver. 2.3 or 2.4. This unit is compatible with WMA META tags.

  • Page 309: Playing Back Internet Radio

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Playing back Internet Radio Personal memory plus function The most recently used settings (input mode, HDMI output mode, sound o Playable broadcast station specifications mode, tone control, channel level, MultEQ ® XT32, Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume, Restorer and audio delay, etc.) are saved for each input source.

  • Page 310: Sound Modes And Channel Output

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sound modes and channel output S This indicates the audio output channels or surround parameters that can be set. D This indicates the audio output channels. The output channels depend on the settings of “Speaker Config.”. (v p. 237) Channel output Front Surround...

  • Page 311: Playback Settings

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) Channel output Front Surround Back Dolby Surround Front Front Rear Surround Dolby Dolby Sound mode Front Surround Top Front Top Middle Top Rear Atmos Center Back Wide Height Height Height Atmos Atmos Subwoofer Enabled Enabled...

  • Page 312: Sound Modes And Surround Parameters

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Sound modes and surround parameters Surround Parameter Loudness Dynamic Dialog Sound mode Dialog Level Subwoofer Frequency Speaker Cinema EQ Management Compression Control Delay Time Room Size Adjust Level Adjust Select Direct/Pure Direct (2-channel) z5 Direct/Pure Direct (Multi-channel) z5 DSD Direct (2-channel) DSD Direct (Multi-channel) z5...
  • Page 313 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Surround Parameter Audyssey Tone Restorer MultEQ® Dynamic Dynamic Audyssey Sound mode Center Center Auro-Matic Auro-Matic Audyssey XT32 Volume LFC™ Spread Gain Neural:X 3D Preset 3D Strength DSX® Direct/Pure Direct (2-channel) z5 Direct/Pure Direct (Multi-channel) z5 DSD Direct (2-channel) DSD Direct (Multi-channel) z5 Stereo...

  • Page 314: Volume

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) Surround Parameter Loudness Dynamic Dialog Sound mode Dialog Level Subwoofer Frequency Speaker Cinema EQ Management Compression Control Delay Time Room Size Adjust Level Adjust Select Auro-3D Auro-2D Surround Surround Parameter Audyssey Tone Restorer MultEQ®...
  • Page 315 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix z1 This item can be selected when a Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD or Dolby Atmos signal is played. z2 This item can be selected when a Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X or DTS signal is played. z3 This item can be selected when a DTS:X signal that is compatible with the Dialog Control function is input.

  • Page 316: Types Of Input Signals, And Corresponding Sound Modes

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes F This indicates the default sound mode. S This indicates the selectable sound mode. 2-channel signal Multi-channel signal Dolby Dolby Dolby Sound mode NOTE Analog / (Super DTS ES DTS ES...
  • Page 317 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 2-channel signal Multi-channel signal Dolby Dolby Dolby Sound mode NOTE Analog / (Super DTS ES DTS ES Dolby Dolby (Super Digital DTS:X DTS-HD Digital Digital Auro-3D (-HD) Audio Multi Express Dscrt6.1 Mtrx6.1 Atmos TrueHD Audio (+/HD) Plus...

  • Page 318: Types Of Input Signals, And Corresponding Sound Modes

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) 2-channel signal Multi-channel signal Dolby Dolby Dolby Sound mode NOTE Analog / (Super DTS ES DTS ES Dolby Dolby (Super Digital DTS:X DTS-HD Digital Digital Auro-3D (-HD) Audio Multi Express Dscrt6.1 Mtrx6.1 Atmos TrueHD Audio...
  • Page 319 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix z1 This item can be selected when using any of the Surround Back, Front Wide, Front Height, Top Front, Top Middle, Top Rear, Rear Height, Front Dolby, Surround Dolby or Back Dolby speaker. z2 This item can be selected when surround back speakers are used. z3 This item can be selected when the input signal is DTS-HD Master Audio.

  • Page 320: Explanation Of Terms

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Explanation of terms o Audyssey Audyssey Dynamic Surround Expansion (A-DSX) Audyssey DSX is a new surround enhancement technology that raises ® Audyssey Dynamic EQ ® the surround effect and impression to realize a larger surround space by Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume adding a new channel to the existing 5.1 channel system.
  • Page 321 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) Audyssey Dynamic Volume ® Dynamic Volume solves the problem of large variations in volume level o Auro-3D between television programs, commercials, and between the soft and loud passages of movies. Audyssey Dynamic EQ ®...
  • Page 322 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Dolby Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is a multi-channel digital signal format developed by Dolby Dolby Atmos Laboratories. Introduced first in the cinema, Dolby Atmos brings a revolutionary sense of A total of 5.1-channels are played: 3 front channels (“FL”, “FR” and “C”), 2 dimension and immersion to the Home Theater experience.
  • Page 323 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o DTS Dolby Speaker Technology (Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers) A convenient alternative to speakers built into the ceiling, Dolby Atmos Dialog Control Enabled speakers employ the ceiling above you as a reflective surface for Gives you control of the listening experience.

  • Page 324: High Quality Sound

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1 DTS-HD High Resolution Audio DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1 is a 6.1-channel discrete digital audio format DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is an improved version of the conventional adding a surround back (SB) channel to the DTS digital surround sound. DTS, DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 signals formats, compatible with sampling Decoding of conventional 5.1-channel audio signals is also possible frequencies of 96 or 48 kHz and up to 7.1-channels of discrete digital...
  • Page 325 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Audio THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED ALAC (Apple Lossless Audio Codec) WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A This is a codec for lossless audio compression method developed by PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED.
  • Page 326 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group), MPEG-2, MPEG-4 Speaker impedance These are the names for digital compression format standards used for This is an AC resistance value, indicated in Ω (ohms). the encoding of video and audio. Video standards include “MPEG-1 Greater power can be obtained when this value is smaller.
  • Page 327 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Video o Network AirPlay ISF (Imaging Science Foundation) is an organization that certifies video AirPlay sends (plays) contents recorded in iTunes or on an iPhone/iPod technicians who are then qualified to carry out calibration and adjustment touch/iPad to a compatible device via the network.
  • Page 328 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix WEP Key (network key) WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (Pre-shared Key) This is key information used for encrypting data when conducting data This is a simple authentication system for mutual authentication when a transfer. On this unit, the same WEP key is used for data encryption and preset character string matches on the wireless LAN access point and decryption, so the same WEP key must be set on both devices in order for client.

  • Page 329: Front Panel Display Rear Panel

    Tips Appendix o Others Denon Link HD Denon Link HD uses the clock of the AV amplifier connected by Denon Link HD to achieve HDMI signal transfer with low jitter. HDCP When transmitting digital signals between devices, this copyright protection technology encrypts the signals to prevent content from being copied without authorization.

  • Page 330: Trademark Information

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Trademark information Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories™. U.S. and “Made for iPod” and “Made for iPhone” mean that an electronic accessory foreign patents pending. Audyssey MultEQ ® XT32, Audyssey Dynamic has been designed to connect specifically to iPod, or iPhone, ®...
  • Page 331 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix For DTS patents, see http://patents.dts.com. Manufactured under license from DTS, Inc. DTS, the Symbol, DTS in combination with the Symbol, DTS:X, and the DTSX logo are registered trademarks or trademarks of The Wi-Fi CERTIFIED logo is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi DTS, Inc.
  • Page 332 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Upgrade (Auro-3D) Manufactured under license from Auro Technologies. Auro-3D ® and the related symbols are registered trademarks of Auro Technologies. All materials contained in this work are protected by copyright law and may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, displayed, published or broadcast without the prior written permission of Auro Technologies NV or in case of third party materials, the owner of that content.

  • Page 333: Specifications

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Specifications o Audio section Power amplifier Rated output: Front: 125 W + 125 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 0.05 % T.H.D.) 165 W + 165 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Center: 125 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz –...
  • Page 334 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Analog Input sensitivity/Input impedance: 200 mV/47 kΩ/kohms Frequency response: 10 Hz – 100 kHz — +1, –3 dB (Direct mode) S/N: 102 dB (IHF–A weighted, Direct mode) Distortion: 0.005 % (20 Hz – 20 kHz) (Direct mode) Rated output: 1.2 V Digital...

  • Page 335: Video Section

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Video section Standard video connectors Input/output level and impedance: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms Frequency response: 5 Hz – 10 MHz — 0, –3 dB Color component video connector Input/output level and impedance: Y signal — 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms signal —...
  • Page 336 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Wireless LAN section Network type (wireless LAN standard): Conforming to IEEE 802.11b Conforming to IEEE 802.11g Conforming to IEEE 802.11n (Wi-Fi ® compliant) Security: WEP 64 bit, WEP 128 bit WPA/WPA2-PSK (AES) WPA/WPA2-PSK (TKIP) Radio frequency: 2.4 GHz No.

  • Page 337: Bluetooth Section

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix o Bluetooth section Communications system: Bluetooth Version 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) Transmission power: Maximum 2.5 mW (Class 2) Maximum communication range: Approx. 32.8 ft/10 m in line of sight Frequency band: 2.4 GHz band Modulation scheme: FHSS (Frequency-Hopping Spread Spectrum) Supported profiles:...
  • Page 338 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Dimensions (Unit : in. (mm)) 17 1/8 (434) 2 3/8 (60) 1 7/8 (47) 13 1/2 (340) 1 7/8 (47) Weight : 27 lbs 12 oz (12.6 kg) Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index...

  • Page 339: Index

    Cable TV ............75 7.1-channel ..........38, 49 Game console ..........78 9.1-channel ..........38, 54 General settings ........180, 258 Denon Link HD ..........329 Direct sound mode ........155 AirPlay ............131 Display ............22 HDCP ............303 All Zone Stereo ..........
  • Page 340 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Input Assign ..........215 NAS ............. 117 Random playback ........96, 136 Input settings ........179, 215 Network settings .......... 249 Rear panel ............24 Input signal ........... 316 Remote control unit ........28 Input source ...........
  • Page 341 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Text Search ..........138 Web control ..........169 Tips .............. 280 Wi-Fi settings ..........250 Troubleshooting ........... 282 Wired LAN ..........84, 250 TV ............71, 72, 73 ZONE2/ZONE3 ........67, 171 USB memory device ........ 80, 97 Video camcorder ..........

  • Page 342: License

    Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix License This section describes software license used for this unit. To maintain the correct content, the original (English) is used. Permission is hereby granted, free of charge, to any person obtaining a copy of this Boost software and associated documentation files (the “Software”), to deal in the Software http://www.boost.org/...
  • Page 343 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix Definitions. “Articles” means, collectively, all articles written by Author which You may otherwise modify Your copy of this Work (excluding the Articles) in any way describes how the Source Code and Executable Files for the Work may be used by a to create a Derivative Work, provided that You insert a prominent notice in each user.
  • Page 344 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix You may distribute the Executable Files and Source Code only under the terms of This License and the rights granted hereunder will terminate automatically upon any this License, and You must include a copy of, or the Uniform Resource Identifier for, breach by You of any term of this License.
  • Page 345 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix libvorbis No term or provision of this License shall be deemed waived and no breach consented to unless such waiver or consent shall be in writing and signed by the http://www.xiph.org/vorbis/ party to be charged with such waiver or consent. Copyright (c) 2002-2004 Xiph.org Foundation This License constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the Work licensed herein.
  • Page 346 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix 0 Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice, this list of THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND conditions and the following disclaimer. CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF 0 Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice, this list MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE...
  • Page 347 Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix cURL THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, http://curl.haxx.se INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION NOTICE MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED.
  • Page 348 After you purchase this product, you may procure, modify or distribute the source code of the GPL/LGPL software that is used in the product. Denon provides the source code based on the GPL and LPGL licenses at the actual cost upon your request to our customer service center.
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