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... Preset Station 40 IN Subwoofer Level 26 s 2ch Direct/Stereo 26 d Dolby Digital Setup 27 f Auto Surround Mode 27 g Manual EQ 27 Zone2 Setup 28 a Lch Level 28 s Rch Level 28 d Volume Limit 28 f Power On Level 28 g Mute Level 28 Option Setup 28 a Amp Assign 28 s Volume Control 29 d Source Delete 29 f On-Screen Display 29 g Quick Select Name 30 h Remote ID Setup 30 j Display 30 k Setup Lock 30 Input Setup Settings Related to Other Devices 15 Video Camera / Game Console 15 Component with HDMI connectors 11 Connecting the Monitor...
... Preset Station 40 IN Subwoofer Level 26 s 2ch Direct/Stereo 26 d Dolby Digital Setup 27 f Auto Surround Mode 27 g Manual EQ 27 Zone2 Setup 28 a Lch Level 28 s Rch Level 28 d Volume Limit 28 f Power On Level 28 g Mute Level 28 Option Setup 28 a Amp Assign 28 s Volume Control 29 d Source Delete 29 f On-Screen Display 29 g Quick Select Name 30 h Remote ID Setup 30 j Display 30 k Setup Lock 30 Input Setup Settings Related to Other Devices 15 Video Camera / Game Console 15 Component with HDMI connectors 11 Connecting the Monitor...
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... Videos on the iPod 45 Other Operations and Functions Other Operations 46 Recording on an External Device (REC OUT mode 46 Convenient Functions 46 Channel Level 46 Fader Function 46 Quick Select Function 47 Personal Memory Plus Function 47 Last Function Memory 47 Backup Memory 47 Resetting the Microprocessor 47 Remote Control Unit Operations Main Remote Control Unit 48 Operating DENON Audio Components 48 Presetting 48 Operating Preset Components 48 ~ 50 Punch Through Function 51 Sub Remote Control Unit 51 ENGLISH Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations Multi-zone...
... Videos on the iPod 45 Other Operations and Functions Other Operations 46 Recording on an External Device (REC OUT mode 46 Convenient Functions 46 Channel Level 46 Fader Function 46 Quick Select Function 47 Personal Memory Plus Function 47 Last Function Memory 47 Backup Memory 47 Resetting the Microprocessor 47 Remote Control Unit Operations Main Remote Control Unit 48 Operating DENON Audio Components 48 Presetting 48 Operating Preset Components 48 ~ 50 Punch Through Function 51 Sub Remote Control Unit 51 ENGLISH Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations Multi-zone...
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... set to the left channel (SBL). SURROUND BACK SUBWOOFER L R 1 only S S - To use Subwoofer Front speakers A Front speakers B Subwoofer with built-in amplifier */ (L) wq (R) wq (L) wq (R) wq Center speaker wq Front speakers Place the front speakers to the sides of the amplifier combined with the screen surface as possible. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Speaker Connections Speaker Installation The illustration below shows a typical speaker configuration for the main zone, change the "Amp Assign...
... set to the left channel (SBL). SURROUND BACK SUBWOOFER L R 1 only S S - To use Subwoofer Front speakers A Front speakers B Subwoofer with built-in amplifier */ (L) wq (R) wq (L) wq (R) wq Center speaker wq Front speakers Place the front speakers to the sides of the amplifier combined with the screen surface as possible. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Speaker Connections Speaker Installation The illustration below shows a typical speaker configuration for the main zone, change the "Amp Assign...
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...;/ohms. When using a banana plug Tighten the speaker terminal firmly before inserting the banana plug. ENGLISH 10 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting If the set may be damaged. Once this happens, unplug the power cord, then check the speaker cable and input cable connections. Turn the power off, then contact a DENON service center. 4 Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to tighten it . 3 Insert the speaker cable's core wire to loosen it . Protection circuit If speakers with an impedance...
...;/ohms. When using a banana plug Tighten the speaker terminal firmly before inserting the banana plug. ENGLISH 10 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting If the set may be damaged. Once this happens, unplug the power cord, then check the speaker cable and input cable connections. Turn the power off, then contact a DENON service center. 4 Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to tighten it . 3 Insert the speaker cable's core wire to loosen it . Protection circuit If speakers with an impedance...
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... antennas 1. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting XM connector • The AVR-1908 is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to the operating instructions of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in the reverse direction. For details, see "Listening to a wall. XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock XM Antenna terminals An F-type FM antenna cable plug can receive XM® Satellite Radio by connecting...
... antennas 1. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting XM connector • The AVR-1908 is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to the operating instructions of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in the reverse direction. For details, see "Listening to a wall. XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock XM Antenna terminals An F-type FM antenna cable plug can receive XM® Satellite Radio by connecting...
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...Channel Level • Crossover Frequency n HDMI Setup (vpage 25) · HDMI Audio Out n Audio Setup (vpage 26, 27) • EXT. When the uiop, ENTER or MENU button is pressed, the screensaver is canceled and the corresponding operation is performed for about 3 minutes. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Menu Map ENGLISH MENU 1.Auto Setup 2.Manual Setup 3.Input Setup 4.Parameter 5.Information Information (vpage 39, 40) n Status • Main Zone • ZONE2 n Audio Input Signal n HDMI Information n Auto Surround Mode...
...Channel Level • Crossover Frequency n HDMI Setup (vpage 25) · HDMI Audio Out n Audio Setup (vpage 26, 27) • EXT. When the uiop, ENTER or MENU button is pressed, the screensaver is canceled and the corresponding operation is performed for about 3 minutes. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Menu Map ENGLISH MENU 1.Auto Setup 2.Manual Setup 3.Input Setup 4.Parameter 5.Information Information (vpage 39, 40) n Status • Main Zone • ZONE2 n Audio Input Signal n HDMI Information n Auto Surround Mode...
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... the auto setup procedure: • Defeat the volume and crossover controls if possible • If this position to calculate speaker distance, level, polarity, and the optimum crossover value for your hand. To make the following settings before starting the auto setup procedure. 21 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Preparations 1 Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to the SETUP MIC jack on a tripod or stand with the microphone pointing directly...
... the auto setup procedure: • Defeat the volume and crossover controls if possible • If this position to calculate speaker distance, level, polarity, and the optimum crossover value for your hand. To make the following settings before starting the auto setup procedure. 21 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Preparations 1 Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to the SETUP MIC jack on a tripod or stand with the microphone pointing directly...
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...", "Channel Level", "Crossover Frequency". Step 2 : Measurement After completing a measurement position, move the microphone to the signal that emit noise if at all your speakers. The higher the number of time here. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Optimize settings for speakers with the room. NOTE Do not turn the power off air conditioning units or other surrounding positions). Turn off while the settings are different from front speakers A. Amp Assign...
...", "Channel Level", "Crossover Frequency". Step 2 : Measurement After completing a measurement position, move the microphone to the signal that emit noise if at all your speakers. The higher the number of time here. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Optimize settings for speakers with the room. NOTE Do not turn the power off air conditioning units or other surrounding positions). Turn off while the settings are different from front speakers A. Amp Assign...
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... default, the AVR-1908's "Amp Assign" setting is set when menu "Speaker Configuration" - None : S elect this when no speaker is set to the different speakers. d Distance Set distance from the listening position to "Large". • If "Surround Speaker" is connected. Before making the settings, measure the distance from listening position to the physical size of all channels. • This can be selected when "Meters" is connected. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Manual Setup...
... default, the AVR-1908's "Amp Assign" setting is set when menu "Speaker Configuration" - None : S elect this when no speaker is set to the different speakers. d Distance Set distance from the listening position to "Large". • If "Surround Speaker" is connected. Before making the settings, measure the distance from listening position to the physical size of all channels. • This can be selected when "Meters" is connected. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Manual Setup...
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... Setup 2-2.HDMI Setup HDMI Audio Out AMP HDMI Audio Out Select HDMI audio output device. [Selectable items] AMP : U se speakers connected to "80 Hz". Test Tone Select test tone playback method. [Selectable items] Auto : A utomatically switch speaker from the sound output. Operating from the subwoofer that the volume is only possible in the "Auto" mode and only effective in the menu is set to "LFE", it is output. Set this setting can be made regardless of the various speakers output from the main remote control unit Adjusting with the main remote control unit using test...
... Setup 2-2.HDMI Setup HDMI Audio Out AMP HDMI Audio Out Select HDMI audio output device. [Selectable items] AMP : U se speakers connected to "80 Hz". Test Tone Select test tone playback method. [Selectable items] Auto : A utomatically switch speaker from the sound output. Operating from the subwoofer that the volume is only possible in the "Auto" mode and only effective in the menu is set to "LFE", it is output. Set this setting can be made regardless of the various speakers output from the main remote control unit Adjusting with the main remote control unit using test...
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... settings. Manual EQ Select the speaker and frequency band and adjust the level. [Selectable items] 63Hz 125Hz 250Hz 500Hz 1kHz 2kHz 4kHz 8kHz 16kHz [Variable range] -20dB ~ 0dB ~ +6dB Default Resets the settings to input signal. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH d Dolby Digital Setup Set dynamic range for downmix playback of input signals listed below. g Manual EQ Adjust tonal quality for each speaker using the center speaker or surround speakers, the playback sound is displayed after the auto setup procedure...
... settings. Manual EQ Select the speaker and frequency band and adjust the level. [Selectable items] 63Hz 125Hz 250Hz 500Hz 1kHz 2kHz 4kHz 8kHz 16kHz [Variable range] -20dB ~ 0dB ~ +6dB Default Resets the settings to input signal. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH d Dolby Digital Setup Set dynamic range for downmix playback of input signals listed below. g Manual EQ Adjust tonal quality for each speaker using the center speaker or surround speakers, the playback sound is displayed after the auto setup procedure...
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... items] AUTO PCM DTS Analog EXT. IN connectors are not output to this source. [Input source] DVD/HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX [Selectable items] HDMI1 : A ssign HDMI1 input connector. IN input. n Selecting the EXT.IN mode Press the EXT.IN button. HDMI Select HDMI connector to assign to the monitor. 32 The selectable input modes depend on the input source and "Assign" setting (vpage 32, 33). [Input source] TUNER Operating from EXT. None : N o HDMI input connector assigned. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting...
... items] AUTO PCM DTS Analog EXT. IN connectors are not output to this source. [Input source] DVD/HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX [Selectable items] HDMI1 : A ssign HDMI1 input connector. IN input. n Selecting the EXT.IN mode Press the EXT.IN button. HDMI Select HDMI connector to assign to the monitor. 32 The selectable input modes depend on the input source and "Assign" setting (vpage 32, 33). [Input source] TUNER Operating from EXT. None : N o HDMI input connector assigned. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting...
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... video conversion function might not operate. Antenna Aiming Adjust the XM radio reception sensitivity. [Input source] XM Satellite Indicate satellite signal strength. Input signal Dolby Digital Source DOLBY DIGITAL (other source is "DTS 96/24". neural : It is possible to play analog input signals and PCM (2-channel, 48 kHz or less) in DTS NEO:6 for playback. : This mode is suited for enjoying surround sound according to "ON". The mode switches each time the button is set the conversion mode to monitor output format. [Input source] DVD/HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX [Selectable...
... video conversion function might not operate. Antenna Aiming Adjust the XM radio reception sensitivity. [Input source] XM Satellite Indicate satellite signal strength. Input signal Dolby Digital Source DOLBY DIGITAL (other source is "DTS 96/24". neural : It is possible to play analog input signals and PCM (2-channel, 48 kHz or less) in DTS NEO:6 for playback. : This mode is suited for enjoying surround sound according to "ON". The mode switches each time the button is set the conversion mode to monitor output format. [Input source] DVD/HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX [Selectable...
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...in the PURE DIRECT mode are the same as the input signal. For multi-channel sources, the display depends on the main remote control unit. The mode switches each time the button is pressed. • Depending on the main remote control unit. [Selectable items] 7CH STEREO : This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere of expansion to select the surround mode. Input signal Analog signal / PCM (2ch) / Dolby Digital source / DTS source / Other 2-channel digital signals PCM (multi ch) Display DIRECT MULTI CH DIRECT M DIRECT + PLgx CINEMA M DIRECT + PLgx MUSIC M DIRECT 7.1 For details, see...
...in the PURE DIRECT mode are the same as the input signal. For multi-channel sources, the display depends on the main remote control unit. The mode switches each time the button is pressed. • Depending on the main remote control unit. [Selectable items] 7CH STEREO : This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere of expansion to select the surround mode. Input signal Analog signal / PCM (2ch) / Dolby Digital source / DTS source / Other 2-channel digital signals PCM (multi ch) Display DIRECT MULTI CH DIRECT M DIRECT + PLgx CINEMA M DIRECT + PLgx MUSIC M DIRECT 7.1 For details, see...
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... sense of volume of all speakers to "neural", the "RESTORER" can be adjusted when in the DIRECT mode. When the surround mode is always set when the input source is selected, the "Audyssey Mult EQ" indicator lights red. • "Audyssey", "Audyssey Byp. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH s Tone Control Adjust the tonal quality of speakers except front L and R speakers. Audyssey Flat Manual OFF : Optimize frequency response of the bass and treble to...
... sense of volume of all speakers to "neural", the "RESTORER" can be adjusted when in the DIRECT mode. When the surround mode is always set when the input source is selected, the "Audyssey Mult EQ" indicator lights red. • "Audyssey", "Audyssey Byp. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH s Tone Control Adjust the tonal quality of speakers except front L and R speakers. Audyssey Flat Manual OFF : Optimize frequency response of the bass and treble to...
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... : Turn night mode off. MID : Middle setting. F Menu screen F 5.Information 1.Status 2.Audio Input Signal 3.HDMI Information 4.Auto Surround Mode 5.Quick Select 6.Preset Station 5-2.Audio Input Signal Surround Mode: DOLBY DIGITAL EX SIGNAL:Dolby Digital fs :48kHz Format:3/2/.1 Offset:-4dB [Items to be checked] Surround Mode : The currently set to "Large", "Tone Defeat" to "ON" and "Room EQ" to "OFF". OFF LOW MID HIGH h Audio Delay Compensate for audio signals. [Variable range] 0 ms ~ 200 ms If you wish to adjust the "Audio Delay" while playing HDMI or component video signals...
... : Turn night mode off. MID : Middle setting. F Menu screen F 5.Information 1.Status 2.Audio Input Signal 3.HDMI Information 4.Auto Surround Mode 5.Quick Select 6.Preset Station 5-2.Audio Input Signal Surround Mode: DOLBY DIGITAL EX SIGNAL:Dolby Digital fs :48kHz Format:3/2/.1 Offset:-4dB [Items to be checked] Surround Mode : The currently set to "Large", "Tone Defeat" to "ON" and "Room EQ" to "OFF". OFF LOW MID HIGH h Audio Delay Compensate for audio signals. [Variable range] 0 ms ~ 200 ms If you wish to adjust the "Audio Delay" while playing HDMI or component video signals...
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... 4 Play the program source. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Other Operations and Functions Other Operations Recording on the display. Fader FRONT : REAR 2 Use ui, or [CH SELECT] to the respective equipment's operating instructions. NOTE • Digital signals are not output from the OPTICAL2 output connectors. • The source selected for MAIN ZONE is output from all the front or rear speakers at "Source Delete" cannot be set by pressing o when the subwoofer's volume is set switches each time one program source...
... 4 Play the program source. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Other Operations and Functions Other Operations Recording on the display. Fader FRONT : REAR 2 Use ui, or [CH SELECT] to the respective equipment's operating instructions. NOTE • Digital signals are not output from the OPTICAL2 output connectors. • The source selected for MAIN ZONE is output from all the front or rear speakers at "Source Delete" cannot be set by pressing o when the subwoofer's volume is set switches each time one program source...
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... an low. range. remote control unit. • The batteries are being impedance. Is the set . • Set a surround mode other than the PURE DIRECT mode. cord plug. digital inputs are operating outside of the power faulty. "OFF". • The PURE DIRECT mode is turned too • Adjust the master volume to "1". Are the connections correct? 2. speaker cables is not proper. the DVD player's operating instructions. Page 10 10 10 10 - Are the other or a core then twist the core wires tightly wire...
... an low. range. remote control unit. • The batteries are being impedance. Is the set . • Set a surround mode other than the PURE DIRECT mode. cord plug. digital inputs are operating outside of the power faulty. "OFF". • The PURE DIRECT mode is turned too • Adjust the master volume to "1". Are the connections correct? 2. speaker cables is not proper. the DVD player's operating instructions. Page 10 10 10 10 - Are the other or a core then twist the core wires tightly wire...
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... Set to a mode • Select a surround playback for the REC connector (video or S-Video). produced when "STANDARD". refer to the "Auto" or "DTS" setting is with copyright protection compatible with HDMI connections. with HDMI connections. mode. HDMI audio • The "Manual Setup" - "HDMI • Set to the HDMI • Check the connections. "HDMI Audio Out" output from the monitor connected with DTS sound playback. • The AVR-1908's "Input Mode" • Set to the DVD player's operating instructions. • DVD player is pressed. speakers. Page...
... Set to a mode • Select a surround playback for the REC connector (video or S-Video). produced when "STANDARD". refer to the "Auto" or "DTS" setting is with copyright protection compatible with HDMI connections. with HDMI connections. mode. HDMI audio • The "Manual Setup" - "HDMI • Set to the HDMI • Check the connections. "HDMI Audio Out" output from the monitor connected with DTS sound playback. • The AVR-1908's "Input Mode" • Set to the DVD player's operating instructions. • DVD player is pressed. speakers. Page...
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...;a·cabo. IN Subwoofer Level • 2ch Direct/Stereo • Dolby Digital Setup • Auto Surround Mode • Manual EQ n Option Setup (vpágina·28,·29) • Amp Assign • Volume Control · Volume Limit · Power On Level · Mute Level • Source Delete • On-Screen Display · Screensaver · Text · Master Volume · Tuner Information · iPod Information · Display Mode • Quick Select Name • Remote ID Setup • Display • Setup Lock Input Setup·(vpá...
...;a·cabo. IN Subwoofer Level • 2ch Direct/Stereo • Dolby Digital Setup • Auto Surround Mode • Manual EQ n Option Setup (vpágina·28,·29) • Amp Assign • Volume Control · Volume Limit · Power On Level · Mute Level • Source Delete • On-Screen Display · Screensaver · Text · Master Volume · Tuner Information · iPod Information · Display Mode • Quick Select Name • Remote ID Setup • Display • Setup Lock Input Setup·(vpá...