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... Computer 54 Playing Files Stored on USB Memory Devices 54 Operating the AVR-3808CI Using a Browser (Web control 55 Other Operations and Functions Other Operations 55...the iPod 50 Playing Network Audio or USB Memory Devices 51 Basic Operation 52 Listening to keep them for purchasing this DENON product. Accessories Check that... the following parts are supplied with Zone Pre-out Output····70 Multi-Zone Operations 71 Turning the Power On and Off 71 Selecting the Input Source 71 Adjusting the Volume 71 Turning off the Sound...
... Computer 54 Playing Files Stored on USB Memory Devices 54 Operating the AVR-3808CI Using a Browser (Web control 55 Other Operations and Functions Other Operations 55...the iPod 50 Playing Network Audio or USB Memory Devices 51 Basic Operation 52 Listening to keep them for purchasing this DENON product. Accessories Check that... the following parts are supplied with Zone Pre-out Output····70 Multi-Zone Operations 71 Turning the Power On and Off 71 Selecting the Input Source 71 Adjusting the Volume 71 Turning off the Sound...
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...is set to Deep Color compatible devices. "TV" (vpage 30). 11 DVD player )%.* 065 Monitor )%.* */ b The AVR-3808CI is equipped for connection to "Amp", the sound may be interrupted when the monitor's power is turned off. • Use a cable on the combination of the devices. b ... If the monitor does not support "Auto Lipsync Correction" function, this case, switch the DVD player's resolution to the AVR-3808CI. • To output the sound from the speakers connected to a resolution with a single cable. "HDMI Setup" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control ...
...is set to Deep Color compatible devices. "TV" (vpage 30). 11 DVD player )%.* 065 Monitor )%.* */ b The AVR-3808CI is equipped for connection to "Amp", the sound may be interrupted when the monitor's power is turned off. • Use a cable on the combination of the devices. b ... If the monitor does not support "Auto Lipsync Correction" function, this case, switch the DVD player's resolution to the AVR-3808CI. • To output the sound from the speakers connected to a resolution with a single cable. "HDMI Setup" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control ...
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...065 LR or LR iPod® Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod's operating instructions. For instructions on the Control Dock for iPod settings, refer to the Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) to connect the iPod to the AVR-3808CI. "CD" - "(input source to reduce ...noise when a record player is not a safety ground terminal. "Assign" - Example : iPod "4%3 RL RL • When connecting a record player with an MC cartridge, use a commercially available MC head amplifier or a step-up transformer. • Induction humming (a booming sound...
...065 LR or LR iPod® Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod's operating instructions. For instructions on the Control Dock for iPod settings, refer to the Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) to connect the iPod to the AVR-3808CI. "CD" - "(input source to reduce ...noise when a record player is not a safety ground terminal. "Assign" - Example : iPod "4%3 RL RL • When connecting a record player with an MC cartridge, use a commercially available MC head amplifier or a step-up transformer. • Induction humming (a booming sound...
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... is required to use the AVR-3808CI's Internet radio function and firmware update. No additional contract is required to store music files. When using a normal type cable. • If the sound is broken in an environment in which network settings are made proxy server settings ...This function automatically assigns IP addresses on which there is possible to use the Internet radio function. "Network Setup" (vpage 32). • The AVR-3808CI is set. • Depending on the AVR-3808CI in order to use a music server: • OS Windows® XP Service Pack2, Windows Vista...
... is required to use the AVR-3808CI's Internet radio function and firmware update. No additional contract is required to store music files. When using a normal type cable. • If the sound is broken in an environment in which network settings are made proxy server settings ...This function automatically assigns IP addresses on which there is possible to use the Internet radio function. "Network Setup" (vpage 32). • The AVR-3808CI is set. • Depending on the AVR-3808CI in order to use a music server: • OS Windows® XP Service Pack2, Windows Vista...
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...Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Auto Setup Preparations 1 Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to a seat back or wall as sound reflections may give inaccurate results. For best results, it in more positions so that the *M *M path from this is not...the speakers is completed. • When using a subwoofer, make manual adjustments to create the best audio experience for the subwoofer. Sound receptor 2 Place the microphone at multiple points throughout the listening environment results in your home theater. • It optimizes a ...
...Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Auto Setup Preparations 1 Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to a seat back or wall as sound reflections may give inaccurate results. For best results, it in more positions so that the *M *M path from this is not...the speakers is completed. • When using a subwoofer, make manual adjustments to create the best audio experience for the subwoofer. Sound receptor 2 Place the microphone at multiple points throughout the listening environment results in your home theater. • It optimizes a ...
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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Auto Setup Optimize settings for speakers in the AVR-3808CI. F Menu tree F Auto Setup a Auto Setup s Option d Parameter a Auto Setup The settings are displayed. Once started, MultEQ XT will play a... (2 to the next position. Turn off while the settings are not connected. For best results it is background noise in room, these sounds. • Operating the MASTER VOLUME knob on the remote control unit during Audyssey MultEQ XT Automatic Speaker Setup. Values that are being made...
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Auto Setup Optimize settings for speakers in the AVR-3808CI. F Menu tree F Auto Setup a Auto Setup s Option d Parameter a Auto Setup The settings are displayed. Once started, MultEQ XT will play a... (2 to the next position. Turn off while the settings are not connected. For best results it is background noise in room, these sounds. • Operating the MASTER VOLUME knob on the remote control unit during Audyssey MultEQ XT Automatic Speaker Setup. Values that are being made...
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...are facing. • Adjust the subwoofer's volume. away. • Try again when the surroundings are quieter. • Speaker or subwoofer sound is too low for • Check the speaker installation and the direction in the room for accurate • Either turn the power off ...Phase • Displayed speaker connected with the polarities • Check the polarities of the surround (A) and surround (B) speakers was detected. · Sound was output from the R channel when only one surround back speaker was connected. · The surround back or the surround (B) speaker was ...
...are facing. • Adjust the subwoofer's volume. away. • Try again when the surroundings are quieter. • Speaker or subwoofer sound is too low for • Check the speaker installation and the direction in the room for accurate • Either turn the power off ...Phase • Displayed speaker connected with the polarities • Check the polarities of the surround (A) and surround (B) speakers was detected. · Sound was output from the R channel when only one surround back speaker was connected. · The surround back or the surround (B) speaker was ...
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... Use the o p button to adjust so that the volume is output from the subwoofer or front speakers. • Always set to "Small", sound below the frequency set when there are completed, press the TEST button again. e When the adjustments are speakers that has a frequency below the crossover... frequency is cut bass sound is equal for the different surround modes, use the operation see page 56. 29 h Surround Speaker Select surround speakers to use either surround...
... Use the o p button to adjust so that the volume is output from the subwoofer or front speakers. • Always set to "Small", sound below the frequency set when there are completed, press the TEST button again. e When the adjustments are speakers that has a frequency below the crossover... frequency is cut bass sound is equal for the different surround modes, use the operation see page 56. 29 h Surround Speaker Select surround speakers to use either surround...
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...in the memory the surround mode last used for downmix playback of input signals listed below. F Menu tree F Manual Setup Network Setup Network Setup Other Network Information Front Select front speaker size. [Selectable items] Large Small Subwoofer Select subwoofer use. [Selectable items] Yes No ...2k 4k 8k 16k [Variable range] -20dB ~ +6dB Curve Copy Copy "Audyssey Flat" curve from listening position to "ON" if the sound from the front speakers seems distorted. • When not using graphic equalizer. Default Resets the settings to front left speaker. [Variable range]...
...in the memory the surround mode last used for downmix playback of input signals listed below. F Menu tree F Manual Setup Network Setup Network Setup Other Network Information Front Select front speaker size. [Selectable items] Large Small Subwoofer Select subwoofer use. [Selectable items] Yes No ...2k 4k 8k 16k [Variable range] -20dB ~ +6dB Curve Copy Copy "Audyssey Flat" curve from listening position to "ON" if the sound from the front speakers seems distorted. • When not using graphic equalizer. Default Resets the settings to front left speaker. [Variable range]...
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..." (vpage 33) is set to the usage environment. Volume Limit Make a setting for audio playback in a ZONE3 system. This makes it possible to output sound to "ON". [Selectable items] ON OFF Lch Level Adjust the left channel output level. [Variable range] -12dB ~ 0dB ~ +12dB Rch Level Adjust ...the room (the main zone) where surround playback is automatically set to "ZONE (MONO)", the "Channel" setting is performed (multi-zone playback) or play the sound with high quality using speakers that is active when the power is turned on. [Selectable items] Last - - - -70dB ~ +18dB Mute Level Set ...
..." (vpage 33) is set to the usage environment. Volume Limit Make a setting for audio playback in a ZONE3 system. This makes it possible to output sound to "ON". [Selectable items] ON OFF Lch Level Adjust the left channel output level. [Variable range] -12dB ~ 0dB ~ +12dB Rch Level Adjust ...the room (the main zone) where surround playback is automatically set to "ZONE (MONO)", the "Channel" setting is performed (multi-zone playback) or play the sound with high quality using speakers that is active when the power is turned on. [Selectable items] Last - - - -70dB ~ +18dB Mute Level Set ...
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... (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) [Selectable items] STANDARD : This mode is possible to their format and playing surround sound. neural : It is for movie sources. For details, see page 77. 0 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control...: This is displayed when the input signal is suited for playback. Pro Logic : This is suited for enjoying surround sound according to "ON". Game : This mode is the Pro Logic playback mode. "Audio" - "Mode" (vpage ...the input signal is "DTS-ES Matrix 6.1" and the AVR-3808CI's "AFDM" setting is the standard mode for games.
... (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) [Selectable items] STANDARD : This mode is possible to their format and playing surround sound. neural : It is for movie sources. For details, see page 77. 0 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control...: This is displayed when the input signal is suited for playback. Pro Logic : This is suited for enjoying surround sound according to "ON". Game : This mode is the Pro Logic playback mode. "Audio" - "Mode" (vpage ...the input signal is "DTS-ES Matrix 6.1" and the AVR-3808CI's "AFDM" setting is the standard mode for games.
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... be possible to achieve a satisfactory surround effect. F Menu tree F Parameter Audio a Surround Parameters s Tone d Room EQ f RESTORER g Night Mode h Audio Delay a Surround Parameters Adjust surround sound parameters. The tone can be selected from the front left or right), so input to both channels. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi... items] In the PLgx or PLg mode: Cinema Music Game Pro Logic z In the DTS NEO:6 mode: Cinema Music z: Can be selected in an arena. Sound is output from among 10 DENON original surround modes.
... be possible to achieve a satisfactory surround effect. F Menu tree F Parameter Audio a Surround Parameters s Tone d Room EQ f RESTORER g Night Mode h Audio Delay a Surround Parameters Adjust surround sound parameters. The tone can be selected from the front left or right), so input to both channels. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi... items] In the PLgx or PLg mode: Cinema Music Game Pro Logic z In the DTS NEO:6 mode: Cinema Music z: Can be selected in an arena. Sound is output from among 10 DENON original surround modes.
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...: "0 dB" • DTS music sources: "-10 dB" Center Image Assign center channel signal to front left and right channels for wider sound. [Variable range] 0.0 ~ 0.3 ~ 1.0 Dimension Shift sound image center to front or rear, to adjust playback balance. [Variable range] 0 ~ 3 ~ 6 Center Width Assign center channel signal to... surround mode by source. Some Dolby Digital EX sources do not include EX flags. D.COMP Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds). [Selectable items] Auto Low Middle High OFF This can be selected when "Surround Back" is set to "ON", set "SB CH Out...
...: "0 dB" • DTS music sources: "-10 dB" Center Image Assign center channel signal to front left and right channels for wider sound. [Variable range] 0.0 ~ 0.3 ~ 1.0 Dimension Shift sound image center to front or rear, to adjust playback balance. [Variable range] 0 ~ 3 ~ 6 Center Width Assign center channel signal to... surround mode by source. Some Dolby Digital EX sources do not include EX flags. D.COMP Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds). [Selectable items] Auto Low Middle High OFF This can be selected when "Surround Back" is set to "ON", set "SB CH Out...
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...speakers. Audyssey Flat : Optimize frequency response of the bass to obtain richer playback sound. OFF : Turn equalizer off . [Selectable items] ON OFF Default Resets the settings to obtain richer sound with "Manual EQ". All others are input. The RESTORER function generates the signals ...hard for current environment. [Selectable items] f RESTORER This function restores compressed audio signals to "OFF". L/R : Optimize frequency response of the sound. L/R" and "Audyssey Flat" cannot be selected and measurements have to be set to hear. L/R" or "Audyssey Flat" is set to...
...speakers. Audyssey Flat : Optimize frequency response of the bass to obtain richer playback sound. OFF : Turn equalizer off . [Selectable items] ON OFF Default Resets the settings to obtain richer sound with "Manual EQ". All others are input. The RESTORER function generates the signals ...hard for current environment. [Selectable items] f RESTORER This function restores compressed audio signals to "OFF". L/R : Optimize frequency response of the sound. L/R" and "Audyssey Flat" cannot be selected and measurements have to be set to hear. L/R" or "Audyssey Flat" is set to...
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... the power outlet. wPress . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting SOURCE SELECT MASTER VOLME Playback Turning Off the Sound Temporarily (Muting) Press [MUTE]. NOTE Be careful not to set the volume too high when using headphones. [ AMP] [POWER ON] [MUTE] ... 1 Press . The power indicator flashes green and the power turns on the main unit and remote control unit To operate the AVR-3808CI using the main remote control unit, set to some of time or when traveling, either press to the standby mode. The power indicator...
... the power outlet. wPress . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting SOURCE SELECT MASTER VOLME Playback Turning Off the Sound Temporarily (Muting) Press [MUTE]. NOTE Be careful not to set the volume too high when using headphones. [ AMP] [POWER ON] [MUTE] ... 1 Press . The power indicator flashes green and the power turns on the main unit and remote control unit To operate the AVR-3808CI using the main remote control unit, set to some of time or when traveling, either press to the standby mode. The power indicator...
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...applicable copyright legislation. The default setting is a trademark of compressed audio files and achieve a richer sound. "Playback Mode (iPod)" - To cancel, press ui or [SEARCH]. "Option Setup" ..." (vpage 34). Try connecting again. : "Source Select" - NOTE • Depending on the AVR-3808CI's display. 2 Watching the iPod's screen, use as titles. "(input source)" - Any characters that are...mode to expand the low and high frequency components of Apple Inc., registered in the DENON Control Dock for iPod. (vSee the Control Dock for iPod's operating instructions.) wAssign...
...applicable copyright legislation. The default setting is a trademark of compressed audio files and achieve a richer sound. "Playback Mode (iPod)" - To cancel, press ui or [SEARCH]. "Option Setup" ..." (vpage 34). Try connecting again. : "Source Select" - NOTE • Depending on the AVR-3808CI's display. 2 Watching the iPod's screen, use as titles. "(input source)" - Any characters that are...mode to expand the low and high frequency components of Apple Inc., registered in the DENON Control Dock for iPod. (vSee the Control Dock for iPod's operating instructions.) wAssign...
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... (vpage 37) 3 To operate using the main remote control unit, set at GUI menu "Manual Setup" - q Check the network environment, then turn on the AVR-3808CI's power. (vpage 20 "Network Audio") w If settings are multiple items starting with " . (period)". "Option Setup" - Searching by first letter (Character search)...station list is displayed. is displayed. 3 Use ui to be displayed as the bit rate of compressed audio files and achieve a richer sound. w Use o p to select the first letter you want to expand the low and high frequency components of the tracks varies widely. "...
... (vpage 37) 3 To operate using the main remote control unit, set at GUI menu "Manual Setup" - q Check the network environment, then turn on the AVR-3808CI's power. (vpage 20 "Network Audio") w If settings are multiple items starting with " . (period)". "Option Setup" - Searching by first letter (Character search)...station list is displayed. is displayed. 3 Use ui to be displayed as the bit rate of compressed audio files and achieve a richer sound. w Use o p to select the first letter you want to expand the low and high frequency components of the tracks varies widely. "...
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...pressing o when the subwoofer's volume is displayed. NOTE • Recordings you adjust (fade) the sound from ZONE2 as described below. 1 Press CH SELECT. 2 Use ui or CH SELECT to adjust ... until "ZONE2 SOURCE" is selected at the GUI menu "Assign" setting, the PCM signals, network audio signals (Internet radio, music server and USB), XM signals input from the digital input connectors...signals. • Digital audio signals input to the DENON LINK or HDMI connectors are not output to one of the copyright holder. • When "DENON LINK" is assigned at "Source Delete" cannot be ...
...pressing o when the subwoofer's volume is displayed. NOTE • Recordings you adjust (fade) the sound from ZONE2 as described below. 1 Press CH SELECT. 2 Use ui or CH SELECT to adjust ... until "ZONE2 SOURCE" is selected at the GUI menu "Assign" setting, the PCM signals, network audio signals (Internet radio, music server and USB), XM signals input from the digital input connectors...signals. • Digital audio signals input to the DENON LINK or HDMI connectors are not output to one of the copyright holder. • When "DENON LINK" is assigned at "Source Delete" cannot be ...
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...possible if the digital signal being input, noise may be output from the ZONE2 and ZONE3 audio output connectors. • When "DENON LINK" is turned off the Sound Temporarily Turning the Power On and Off GOperation on the main unitH Press , for the zone to be increased up to the ...be made while watching the onscreen display. "Volume Level" is reduced to the level set at the GUI menu "Assign" setting, the PCM signals, network audio signals (Internet radio, music server and USB), XM signals input from the digital input connectors cannot be output from the recording output connectors. ...
...possible if the digital signal being input, noise may be output from the ZONE2 and ZONE3 audio output connectors. • When "DENON LINK" is turned off the Sound Temporarily Turning the Power On and Off GOperation on the main unitH Press , for the zone to be increased up to the ...be made while watching the onscreen display. "Volume Level" is reduced to the level set at the GUI menu "Assign" setting, the PCM signals, network audio signals (Internet radio, music server and USB), XM signals input from the digital input connectors cannot be output from the recording output connectors. ...
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...SL Change of positioning and acoustic image with 5.1-channel systems '- 48 $ '3 Examples of speaker layouts Below we introduce examples of surround sound envelopment, diffuse radiation speakers such as bipolar types, or dipolar types, provide a wider dispersion than is narrowed, thus greatly improving the ...expression of the surround sound from the front to the rear can also be sure to a 5.1-channel system. Placement of conventional 2- Refer to these speakers at...
...SL Change of positioning and acoustic image with 5.1-channel systems '- 48 $ '3 Examples of speaker layouts Below we introduce examples of surround sound envelopment, diffuse radiation speakers such as bipolar types, or dipolar types, provide a wider dispersion than is narrowed, thus greatly improving the ...expression of the surround sound from the front to the rear can also be sure to a 5.1-channel system. Placement of conventional 2- Refer to these speakers at...