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...accurate measuring • Up to reproduce higher frequency range and deeper bass sound. Ease-of entertainment enjoyment. New model information AVR-2308CI AV Surround Receiver A/V Surround Receiver featuring HD Video connectivity, that enhances your level of -Use • Auto set-up and Room EQ, featuring MultEQ from... playback (optional ASD-1R/3N/3W) • XM Ready *Shown ASD-3W Compressed Audio Restorer Denon's new audio technology for zone 2 • Includes dedicated zone remote control unit • Remote in/out • + 12V, 150 mA Trigger output • RS-232C control • ...
...accurate measuring • Up to reproduce higher frequency range and deeper bass sound. Ease-of entertainment enjoyment. New model information AVR-2308CI AV Surround Receiver A/V Surround Receiver featuring HD Video connectivity, that enhances your level of -Use • Auto set-up and Room EQ, featuring MultEQ from... playback (optional ASD-1R/3N/3W) • XM Ready *Shown ASD-3W Compressed Audio Restorer Denon's new audio technology for zone 2 • Includes dedicated zone remote control unit • Remote in/out • + 12V, 150 mA Trigger output • RS-232C control • ...
Owners Manual - English
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...using the unit. • Cautions on using mobile phones Using a mobile phone near this unit when it . About the Remote Control Unit In addition to the AVR-2308CI, the included main remote control unit (RC-1080) can also be in use a new battery together with new ones if the set may function.... • Note that there are no problems with the power turned off the power and unplug the power cord from the power outlet. q DENON system components w Non-DENON system components • By setting the preset memory (vpage 50 ~ 52) Inserting the Batteries q Lift the clasp and remove the rear lid...
...using the unit. • Cautions on using mobile phones Using a mobile phone near this unit when it . About the Remote Control Unit In addition to the AVR-2308CI, the included main remote control unit (RC-1080) can also be in use a new battery together with new ones if the set may function.... • Note that there are no problems with the power turned off the power and unplug the power cord from the power outlet. q DENON system components w Non-DENON system components • By setting the preset memory (vpage 50 ~ 52) Inserting the Batteries q Lift the clasp and remove the rear lid...
Owners Manual - English
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...connections (monaural, for the respective connection items below. With some types of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-2308CI. Doing so can result in these operating instructions. Please select the types of connections suited for the equipment you are described... in humming or noise. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Preparations Connections Cables Used for Connections Connections for all connections have been completed. •...
...connections (monaural, for the respective connection items below. With some types of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-2308CI. Doing so can result in these operating instructions. Please select the types of connections suited for the equipment you are described... in humming or noise. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Preparations Connections Cables Used for Connections Connections for all connections have been completed. •...
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...Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Video Conversion Function • This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-2308CI into S-Video or Video format. • When a non-standard video signal from the AVR-2308CI to a monitor. • The AVR-2308CI's ...Video Outputs and HDMI Output • When viewing HDMI or component video signals via the AVR-2308CI, the on-screen display appears when the MENU button or the main remote control unit's DISPLAY button is input, the video conversion function might not operate.
...Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Video Conversion Function • This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-2308CI into S-Video or Video format. • When a non-standard video signal from the AVR-2308CI to a monitor. • The AVR-2308CI's ...Video Outputs and HDMI Output • When viewing HDMI or component video signals via the AVR-2308CI, the on-screen display appears when the MENU button or the main remote control unit's DISPLAY button is input, the video conversion function might not operate.
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... the amplifier combined with the screen surface as possible. S S S - S - - NOTE By default, the AVR-2308CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set to the left channel (SBL). Subwoofer Center speaker Speaker Connections Example: 5.1-channels (...(L) (R) w qw q ZONE2 speakers ZONE2 When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to "ZONE2". 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 "...
... the amplifier combined with the screen surface as possible. S S S - S - - NOTE By default, the AVR-2308CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set to the left channel (SBL). Subwoofer Center speaker Speaker Connections Example: 5.1-channels (...(L) (R) w qw q ZONE2 speakers ZONE2 When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to "ZONE2". 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 "...
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...the protection circuit is extremely hot, wait for it to cool off , then contact a DENON service center. 4 Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to tighten it. Turn the power off ...result in the connections, the set 's power back on the speakers being connected to the AVR-2308CI, and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly. 1 Peel off and the ... speaker terminal firmly before inserting the banana plug. ENGLISH 10 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Protection circuit If speakers with the volume turned up high,...
...the protection circuit is extremely hot, wait for it to cool off , then contact a DENON service center. 4 Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to tighten it. Turn the power off ...result in the connections, the set 's power back on the speakers being connected to the AVR-2308CI, and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly. 1 Peel off and the ... speaker terminal firmly before inserting the banana plug. ENGLISH 10 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Protection circuit If speakers with the volume turned up high,...
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... may be interrupted when the monitor's power is compatible. • If the menu "Manual Setup" - "HDMI Audio Setup" - b The AVR-2308CI is possible using HDMI/DVI connections, both the connected DVD player and monitor must be equipped for connection to a resolution with a DVI-D connector,...connected monitor or DVD player only has a DVI-D connector, use an HDMI/DVI converter cable. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be ...
... may be interrupted when the monitor's power is compatible. • If the menu "Manual Setup" - "HDMI Audio Setup" - b The AVR-2308CI is possible using HDMI/DVI connections, both the connected DVD player and monitor must be equipped for connection to a resolution with a DVI-D connector,...connected monitor or DVD player only has a DVI-D connector, use an HDMI/DVI converter cable. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be ...
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... make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Assign" - If so, disconnect the ground wire. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Record Player Turntable (MM cartridge) "6%*0 065 LR (/% CD Player Connect the cables to reduce noise ...when a record player is connected. NOTE The AVR-2308CI's SIGNAL GND terminal is meant to be generated when the ground wire is connected. CD player "6%*0 "6%*0 065 -3 $0"9*"065 LR LR ...
... make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Assign" - If so, disconnect the ground wire. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Record Player Turntable (MM cartridge) "6%*0 065 LR (/% CD Player Connect the cables to reduce noise ...when a record player is connected. NOTE The AVR-2308CI's SIGNAL GND terminal is meant to be generated when the ground wire is connected. CD player "6%*0 "6%*0 065 -3 $0"9*"065 LR LR ...
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...vpage 35). • With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to the VCR (iPod) connector. • To assign the iPod to the AVR-2308CI. "Assign" - TV tuner )%.* 065 7*%&0 065 7*%&0 47*%&0 065 $0.10/&/57*%&0 065 : 1# 13 "6%*0 "6%*0 065 -3 $0"9*"065 "4%3 LR RL LR RL ...operating instructions. iPod TV/CABLE Tuner Connect the cables to be used . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting iPod® Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) to connect the iPod to a connector other than...
...vpage 35). • With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to the VCR (iPod) connector. • To assign the iPod to the AVR-2308CI. "Assign" - TV tuner )%.* 065 7*%&0 065 7*%&0 47*%&0 065 $0.10/&/57*%&0 065 : 1# 13 "6%*0 "6%*0 065 -3 $0"9*"065 "4%3 LR RL LR RL ...operating instructions. iPod TV/CABLE Tuner Connect the cables to be used . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting iPod® Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) to connect the iPod to a connector other than...
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...video cable for the video connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Assign" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting the Recording Components Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and ... or or LR LR • Make analog connections if you wish to connect the AVR-2308CI's DVR OUT connector. NOTE Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-2308CI's OPTICAL2 output connector to any input connector other than OPTICAL2. • When recording ...
...video cable for the video connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Assign" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting the Recording Components Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and ... or or LR LR • Make analog connections if you wish to connect the AVR-2308CI's DVR OUT connector. NOTE Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-2308CI's OPTICAL2 output connector to any input connector other than OPTICAL2. • When recording ...
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..."Input Mode" - All rights reserved. • XM Ready is an XM Ready® receiver. All rights reserved. 17 When making connections, also refer to XM Satellite Radio Programs" (vpage...service. • Plug the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock into the XM connector on the main remote control unit and select "EXT. IN connector with Multi-channel Output connectors DVD player / External decoder...463306/% -3 -3 463306/% #"$, -3 LR LR LR LR LR LR XM connector • The AVR-2308CI is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. NOTE Keep the power cord unplugged until the...
..."Input Mode" - All rights reserved. • XM Ready is an XM Ready® receiver. All rights reserved. 17 When making connections, also refer to XM Satellite Radio Programs" (vpage...service. • Plug the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock into the XM connector on the main remote control unit and select "EXT. IN connector with Multi-channel Output connectors DVD player / External decoder...463306/% -3 -3 463306/% #"$, -3 LR LR LR LR LR LR XM connector • The AVR-2308CI is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. NOTE Keep the power cord unplugged until the...
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...ZONE2 out Connections If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 out connectors can be browsed watching the RF Remote Controller's display. q Turn on the AVR-2308CI. For details, see "Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations" (vpage 54 ~ 57). 19 Trigger output jack... humming or noise is used for future use high quality pin-plug cords so that the AVR-2308CI is in combination with an RF Remote Controller (RC-7000CI, sold separately) or RF Remote Receiver (RC-7001RCI, sold devices, refer to the operating instructions of the respective devices. •...
...ZONE2 out Connections If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 out connectors can be browsed watching the RF Remote Controller's display. q Turn on the AVR-2308CI. For details, see "Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations" (vpage 54 ~ 57). 19 Trigger output jack... humming or noise is used for future use high quality pin-plug cords so that the AVR-2308CI is in combination with an RF Remote Controller (RC-7000CI, sold separately) or RF Remote Receiver (RC-7001RCI, sold devices, refer to the operating instructions of the respective devices. •...
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... are Completed Turning the Power On (vpage 43) Menu Operations With the AVR-2308CI, settings and operations for hairdryers or anything other than audio equipment. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting the Power Cord Wait until all connections... them as power supplies for most functions can be performed by operating while looking at the menus displayed on the main unit or remote control unit. 1 Press MENU. The menu is possible on the monitor screen. Power cord (included) To household power outlet (AC...
... are Completed Turning the Power On (vpage 43) Menu Operations With the AVR-2308CI, settings and operations for hairdryers or anything other than audio equipment. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting the Power Cord Wait until all connections... them as power supplies for most functions can be performed by operating while looking at the menus displayed on the main unit or remote control unit. 1 Press MENU. The menu is possible on the monitor screen. Power cord (included) To household power outlet (AC...
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... or other surrounding positions). Although it is allowable to determine how the speaker system interacts with built-in the AVR-2308CI. Front Sp. Audyssey MultEQ corrects acoustical distortions within the listening area. Turn off while the settings are stored in...frequency, and optimal settings for analysis. Amp Assign Advanced setting : changes power amplifier assignment. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Optimize settings for speakers with the room. Once started, MultEQ will cause ...
... or other surrounding positions). Although it is allowable to determine how the speaker system interacts with built-in the AVR-2308CI. Front Sp. Audyssey MultEQ corrects acoustical distortions within the listening area. Turn off while the settings are stored in...frequency, and optimal settings for analysis. Amp Assign Advanced setting : changes power amplifier assignment. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Optimize settings for speakers with the room. Once started, MultEQ will cause ...
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... Back Speaker Select surround back speaker use and size. ( ) [Selectable items] Large Small None ( ) 2spkrs 1spkr NOTE By default, the AVR-2308CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set to "None", "Surround Back Speaker" are automatically set to the left channel (SBL). Feet / Meters Select... unit for various parameters. Default Resets the settings to speakers. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Manual Setup Make detail settings for distance. To use and size. [Selectable items] Large Small None...
... Back Speaker Select surround back speaker use and size. ( ) [Selectable items] Large Small None ( ) 2spkrs 1spkr NOTE By default, the AVR-2308CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set to "None", "Surround Back Speaker" are automatically set to the left channel (SBL). Feet / Meters Select... unit for various parameters. Default Resets the settings to speakers. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Manual Setup Make detail settings for distance. To use and size. [Selectable items] Large Small None...
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...is selected, the trigger out turns on this mode. Match the ID setting of the receiver. [Selectable items] Bright : Normal display brightness. l Display Adjust display brightness of the remote control unit and the receiver. Dim : Reduced display brightness. OFF : T urn protection off unless controls are ... trigger out is set if the "MAIN ZONE" is no longer be used. Not Used : D o not use 2-way remote control. When using the AVR-2308CI with respect to surround modes that are operated. Dark : Very low display brightness. Operating from inadvertent change the setting to "ON...
...is selected, the trigger out turns on this mode. Match the ID setting of the receiver. [Selectable items] Bright : Normal display brightness. l Display Adjust display brightness of the remote control unit and the receiver. Dim : Reduced display brightness. OFF : T urn protection off unless controls are ... trigger out is set if the "MAIN ZONE" is no longer be used. Not Used : D o not use 2-way remote control. When using the AVR-2308CI with respect to surround modes that are operated. Dark : Very low display brightness. Operating from inadvertent change the setting to "ON...
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... V.AUX [Selectable items] AUTO : A utomatically detect input signal and perform playback. Analog : P lay only signals from the main unit or main remote control unit GOperation on the display. IN input. None : N o HDMI input connector assigned. Input source DVD/HDP TV/CBL VCR DVR V.AUX...audio signals input from analog input. Input Mode • When a digital signal is set menu "Input Mode" to "Digital". • When the AVR-2308CI and monitor are output to the monitor. • This can be selected for input sources for this source. [Input source] TUNER PHONO [Selectable ...
... V.AUX [Selectable items] AUTO : A utomatically detect input signal and perform playback. Analog : P lay only signals from the main unit or main remote control unit GOperation on the display. IN input. None : N o HDMI input connector assigned. Input source DVD/HDP TV/CBL VCR DVR V.AUX...audio signals input from analog input. Input Mode • When a digital signal is set menu "Input Mode" to "Digital". • When the AVR-2308CI and monitor are output to the monitor. • This can be selected for input sources for this source. [Input source] TUNER PHONO [Selectable ...
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... for playback. z3 : This is displayed when the input signal is "DTS-ES Discrete 6.1". Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Video Convert Automatically convert video input signal to "OFF". Input signal Dolby Digital Source DOLBY DIGITAL... MULTI IN+PLgx MUSIC MULTI CH IN 7.1 z1 : This is displayed when the input signal is "DTS-ES Matrix 6.1" and the AVR-2308CI's "AFDM" setting is input, the video conversion function might not operate. Surround Playback of the selected input source's audio input. [Variable ...
... for playback. z3 : This is displayed when the input signal is "DTS-ES Discrete 6.1". Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Video Convert Automatically convert video input signal to "OFF". Input signal Dolby Digital Source DOLBY DIGITAL... MULTI IN+PLgx MUSIC MULTI CH IN 7.1 z1 : This is displayed when the input signal is "DTS-ES Matrix 6.1" and the AVR-2308CI's "AFDM" setting is input, the video conversion function might not operate. Surround Playback of the selected input source's audio input. [Variable ...
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...buttons on the display. The radio ID is "Mode3". • Press and set the AVR-2308CI's power to the standby mode before disconnecting the iPod. Searching Categories 1 Press o p. The...menu "Input Setup" - and other countries. The default setting is shown on the main unit or remote control unit while watching the menus. Be sure to which copying or playback is displayed. 5 Press ..."Input Setup" - Basic Operation 1 Make the necessary preparations. qSet the iPod in the DENON Control Dock for iPod. (vSee the Control Dock for iPod's operating instructions.) wAssign the ...
...buttons on the display. The radio ID is "Mode3". • Press and set the AVR-2308CI's power to the standby mode before disconnecting the iPod. Searching Categories 1 Press o p. The...menu "Input Setup" - and other countries. The default setting is shown on the main unit or remote control unit while watching the menus. Be sure to which copying or playback is displayed. 5 Press ..."Input Setup" - Basic Operation 1 Make the necessary preparations. qSet the iPod in the DENON Control Dock for iPod. (vSee the Control Dock for iPod's operating instructions.) wAssign the ...
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...or [9]. "Repeat" (vpage 35) • The title name, artist name and album name can be checked by pressing STATUS during playback. • On the AVR-2308CI, folder and file names can be played. 2 Press [ENTER] or [p]. "On-Screen Display" - Shuffling playback Press [CHANNEL +]. [Selectable items] Albums Songs...playback temporarily During playback, press [ENTER] or [1]. To cue to the beginning of a track During playback, either press and hold [MODE] to set the Remote mode. 2 Watching the iPod's screen, use [ui] to select "Photos" or "Videos". 3 Press [ENTER] until the image you want to view ...
...or [9]. "Repeat" (vpage 35) • The title name, artist name and album name can be checked by pressing STATUS during playback. • On the AVR-2308CI, folder and file names can be played. 2 Press [ENTER] or [p]. "On-Screen Display" - Shuffling playback Press [CHANNEL +]. [Selectable items] Albums Songs...playback temporarily During playback, press [ENTER] or [1]. To cue to the beginning of a track During playback, either press and hold [MODE] to set the Remote mode. 2 Watching the iPod's screen, use [ui] to select "Photos" or "Videos". 3 Press [ENTER] until the image you want to view ...