HDMI Specifications Guide
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... 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 No No Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No CEC - HDMI Version Repeater/Switcher DENON CI AVR HDMI Capabilites and Compatibilities AVR 5308CI* 4308CI 3808CI 2808CI 2308CI 1.3a 1.3a 1.3a 1.3a 1.3a Repeater Repeater Repeater Repeater Repeater 1908 1.3a Repeater 1708 1.3a Switcher 1508 1.3a ..., 30 1080p/24, 30 1080p/24, 30 & 60fps & 60fps 30 & 60fps & 60fps & 60fps & 60fps & 60fps & 60fps Dolby Digital/dts Support Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No Dolby Digital+, Dolby TrueHD, dts-HD Master Audio Support Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No DVD...
... 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 No No Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No CEC - HDMI Version Repeater/Switcher DENON CI AVR HDMI Capabilites and Compatibilities AVR 5308CI* 4308CI 3808CI 2808CI 2308CI 1.3a 1.3a 1.3a 1.3a 1.3a Repeater Repeater Repeater Repeater Repeater 1908 1.3a Repeater 1708 1.3a Switcher 1508 1.3a ..., 30 1080p/24, 30 1080p/24, 30 & 60fps & 60fps 30 & 60fps & 60fps & 60fps & 60fps & 60fps & 60fps Dolby Digital/dts Support Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes No No Dolby Digital+, Dolby TrueHD, dts-HD Master Audio Support Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No DVD...
Literature/Product Sheet
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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 conversion • 1080p video pass through MultEQ ...Mechanical Ground for stable drive • Separate unit design Digital Media Connectivity • Network Audio/Photo Ready (optional ASD-3N/3W) • iPod Audio/Photo and Video 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...
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 conversion • 1080p video pass through MultEQ ...Mechanical Ground for stable drive • Separate unit design Digital Media Connectivity • Network Audio/Photo Ready (optional ASD-3N/3W) • iPod Audio/Photo and Video 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...
Literature/Product Sheet
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...5 9 7.1ch 3 3 1 OUT HDMI Monitor Component Monitor S-Video REC Monitor Composite REC Monitor Analog audio REC Zone 2 Analog Preout Digital OPTICAL Others Trigger +12V, 150mA RS-232C Remote In/Out Specifications Power Amplifier Section 1 Rated output *THD...denon.com Denon Electronics (USA), LLC 100 Corporate Drive Mahwah, NJ 07430, U.S.A. Input Digital OPTICAL Digital COAXIAL Dock control for setting maximum volume levels • Power-ON Volume Level Memory • Variable subwoofer crossover switching Input / Output terminals IN HDMI Component S-Video Composite Analog audio...
...5 9 7.1ch 3 3 1 OUT HDMI Monitor Component Monitor S-Video REC Monitor Composite REC Monitor Analog audio REC Zone 2 Analog Preout Digital OPTICAL Others Trigger +12V, 150mA RS-232C Remote In/Out Specifications Power Amplifier Section 1 Rated output *THD...denon.com Denon Electronics (USA), LLC 100 Corporate Drive Mahwah, NJ 07430, U.S.A. Input Digital OPTICAL Digital COAXIAL Dock control for setting maximum volume levels • Power-ON Volume Level Memory • Variable subwoofer crossover switching Input / Output terminals IN HDMI Component S-Video Composite Analog audio...
Owners Manual - English
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... Distance 26, 27 f Channel Level 27 g Crossover Frequency 27 HDMI Setup 27 a HDMI Audio Setup 27 s HDMI Video Setup 28 Audio Setup 28 a EXT. IN Subwoofer Level 28 s 2ch Direct/Stereo 28, 29 d Dolby Digital Setup 29 f Auto Surround Mode 29 g Manual EQ 29 Zone2 Setup 30 a Lch Level...Completed 20 Menu Operations Operations 20 Example of Display of Default Values 21 Examples of 2-channel Sources 36 Playing Multi-channel Sources (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc 36 DSP Simulation Playback 37 Stereo Playback 37 Direct Playback 37 Playback in the PURE DIRECT Mode 37 Parameter a Surround...
... Distance 26, 27 f Channel Level 27 g Crossover Frequency 27 HDMI Setup 27 a HDMI Audio Setup 27 s HDMI Video Setup 28 Audio Setup 28 a EXT. IN Subwoofer Level 28 s 2ch Direct/Stereo 28, 29 d Dolby Digital Setup 29 f Auto Surround Mode 29 g Manual EQ 29 Zone2 Setup 30 a Lch Level...Completed 20 Menu Operations Operations 20 Example of Display of Default Values 21 Examples of 2-channel Sources 36 Playing Multi-channel Sources (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc 36 DSP Simulation Playback 37 Stereo Playback 37 Direct Playback 37 Playback in the PURE DIRECT Mode 37 Parameter a Surround...
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... jack 19) e TRIGGER OUT jacks 19) r DOCK CONTROL jack 14) t Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS 9) y SIGNAL GND terminal 13) u AC inlet (AC IN 20) i AC OUTLETS 20) o Digital audio connectors (OPTICAL / COAXIAL 12, 15) Q0 COMPONENT VIDEO connectors 12) Q1 XM connector (SAT TU 17) Q2 HDMI connectors 11) Q3 VIDEO / S-VIDEO connectors 12...
... jack 19) e TRIGGER OUT jacks 19) r DOCK CONTROL jack 14) t Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS 9) y SIGNAL GND terminal 13) u AC inlet (AC IN 20) i AC OUTLETS 20) o Digital audio connectors (OPTICAL / COAXIAL 12, 15) Q0 COMPONENT VIDEO connectors 12) Q1 XM connector (SAT TU 17) Q2 HDMI connectors 11) Q3 VIDEO / S-VIDEO connectors 12...
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... cables according to the equipment being connected. With some types of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-2308CI. Audio cables Coaxial digital connections (Orange) Coaxial digital (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug) cable Optical digital connections Optical cable Analog connections (stereo) (White) L L (Red) R R Stereo pin-plug cable Analog connections (monaural, for subwoofer) (Black) Pin...
... cables according to the equipment being connected. With some types of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-2308CI. Audio cables Coaxial digital connections (Orange) Coaxial digital (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug) cable Optical digital connections Optical cable Analog connections (stereo) (White) L L (Red) R R Stereo pin-plug cable Analog connections (monaural, for subwoofer) (Black) Pin...
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...Digital, DTS Bitstream Discs (examples) CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio DVD-Audio DVD-Video Copyright protection system (HDCP) In order to play DVD-Audio discs that are not HDCP-compatible. • Video signals are not output if the input video signals do not match the monitor's resolution. The AVR-2308CI...to a resolution with which the monitor is compatible. • If the menu "Manual Setup" - "HDMI Audio Setup" - b The AVR-2308CI is compatible with the DVI format. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting ...
...Digital, DTS Bitstream Discs (examples) CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio DVD-Audio DVD-Video Copyright protection system (HDCP) In order to play DVD-Audio discs that are not HDCP-compatible. • Video signals are not output if the input video signals do not match the monitor's resolution. The AVR-2308CI...to a resolution with which the monitor is compatible. • If the menu "Manual Setup" - "HDMI Audio Setup" - b The AVR-2308CI is compatible with the DVI format. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting ...
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... : 1# 13 "6%*0 "6%*0 065 -3 $0"9*"065 LR LR NOTE • The component video connectors may be sure to interconnect correctly. "HDMI Audio Setup" to "TV" (vpage 27). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting the Monitor • Connect the... operating instructions. • The audio signals output from the HDMI connectors are only the HDMI input signals. • Connect an HDP (High-Definition Player) in the same way. • When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at ...
... : 1# 13 "6%*0 "6%*0 065 -3 $0"9*"065 LR LR NOTE • The component video connectors may be sure to interconnect correctly. "HDMI Audio Setup" to "TV" (vpage 27). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting the Monitor • Connect the... operating instructions. • The audio signals output from the HDMI connectors are only the HDMI input signals. • Connect an HDP (High-Definition Player) in the same way. • When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at ...
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... connected. • With some record players, noise may be used. When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - If so, disconnect the ground wire. NOTE The AVR-2308CI's SIGNAL GND terminal is meant to be generated when the ground wire is not a safety ground terminal...
... connected. • With some record players, noise may be used. When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - If so, disconnect the ground wire. NOTE The AVR-2308CI's SIGNAL GND terminal is meant to be generated when the ground wire is not a safety ground terminal...
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... assign the iPod to the Control Dock for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "iPod dock" (vpage 35). 14 "Assign" - "(input source to the AVR-2308CI. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting iPod® Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) to...
... assign the iPod to the Control Dock for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "iPod dock" (vpage 35). 14 "Assign" - "(input source to the AVR-2308CI. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting iPod® Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) to...
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... */ 065 "6%*0 "6%*0 */ 065 -3 -3 LR LR or LR LR or or LR LR • Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals. • When recording via the AVR-2308CI, the playback device's cable must be of the same type as the cable used to interconnect correctly. Example: TV IN → S-Video... VCR OUT → Video cable • When using a component video cable for the video connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - Digital Video Recorder Connect the cables to be sure to connect the AVR-2308CI's DVR OUT connector.
... */ 065 "6%*0 "6%*0 */ 065 -3 -3 LR LR or LR LR or or LR LR • Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals. • When recording via the AVR-2308CI, the playback device's cable must be of the same type as the cable used to interconnect correctly. Example: TV IN → S-Video... VCR OUT → Video cable • When using a component video cable for the video connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - Digital Video Recorder Connect the cables to be sure to connect the AVR-2308CI's DVR OUT connector.
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... recorder / Tape deck "6%*0 "6%*0 065 */ -3 -3 Connections to Other Devices Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to record digital audio signals, depending on the types of connectors on the components being used. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH CD...
... recorder / Tape deck "6%*0 "6%*0 065 */ -3 -3 Connections to Other Devices Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to record digital audio signals, depending on the types of connectors on the components being used. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH CD...
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...pressed, the screensaver is canceled and the corresponding operation is performed for about 3 minutes. IN Subwoofer Level • 2ch Direct/Stereo • Dolby Digital Setup • Auto Surround Mode • Manual EQ n Zone2 Setup (vpage 30) · Lch Level · Rch Level · Volume...Map MENU 1.Auto Setup 2.Manual Setup 3.Input Setup 4.Parameter 5.Information Information (vpage 41, 42) n Status • Main Zone • ZONE2 n Audio Input Signal n HDMI Information n Auto Surround Mode n Quick Select n Preset Station When "Screensaver" is set to "ON", the screensaver is activated if...
...pressed, the screensaver is canceled and the corresponding operation is performed for about 3 minutes. IN Subwoofer Level • 2ch Direct/Stereo • Dolby Digital Setup • Auto Surround Mode • Manual EQ n Zone2 Setup (vpage 30) · Lch Level · Rch Level · Volume...Map MENU 1.Auto Setup 2.Manual Setup 3.Input Setup 4.Parameter 5.Information Information (vpage 41, 42) n Status • Main Zone • ZONE2 n Audio Input Signal n HDMI Information n Auto Surround Mode n Quick Select n Preset Station When "Screensaver" is set to "ON", the screensaver is activated if...
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...input signals from the HDMI output connector. [Selectable items] FULL : O utput at 4:3 aspect ratio. Video1 : S elect mode suitable for audio playback. When connected to H". 28 Use this setting. This can be set when "i/p Scaler" is not possible to H : Use i/p... settings for HDMI video output. F Menu screen F 2.Manual Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.HDMI Setup 3.Audio Setup 4.Zone2 Setup 5.Option Setup 2-3.Audio Setup 1.EXT.IN SW Level 2.2ch Direct/Stereo 3.Dolby Digital Setup 4.Auto Surround Mode 5.Manual EQ Resolution Make settings for i/p scaler function. [Selectable items] ...
...input signals from the HDMI output connector. [Selectable items] FULL : O utput at 4:3 aspect ratio. Video1 : S elect mode suitable for audio playback. When connected to H". 28 Use this setting. This can be set when "i/p Scaler" is not possible to H : Use i/p... settings for HDMI video output. F Menu screen F 2.Manual Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.HDMI Setup 3.Audio Setup 4.Zone2 Setup 5.Option Setup 2-3.Audio Setup 1.EXT.IN SW Level 2.2ch Direct/Stereo 3.Dolby Digital Setup 4.Auto Surround Mode 5.Manual EQ Resolution Make settings for i/p scaler function. [Selectable items] ...
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...assignment and the connections. • The surround mode cannot be set if the input mode is set menu "Input Mode" to "Digital". • When the AVR-2308CI and monitor are not output to the monitor. • This can be selected for input sources for which the menu "Assign" ... [Characters that can be input] A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 space) Set the input mode for which the menu "Assign" setting is not compatible with the digital audio input connectors assigned, set to input connectors. EXT. EXT. Analog : P lay only signals from analog input. IN : P lay only signals from the analog...
...assignment and the connections. • The surround mode cannot be set if the input mode is set menu "Input Mode" to "Digital". • When the AVR-2308CI and monitor are not output to the monitor. • This can be selected for input sources for which the menu "Assign" ... [Characters that can be input] A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 space) Set the input mode for which the menu "Assign" setting is not compatible with the digital audio input connectors assigned, set to input connectors. EXT. EXT. Analog : P lay only signals from analog input. IN : P lay only signals from the analog...
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...15 minutes, but during peak busy periods you may apply. "On-Screen Display" (vpage 31). For U.S. Channel blocking is broadcast in superior digital audio from coast to coast. "Option Setup" - XM READY® SUBSCRIPTIONS Once you have installed the XM Mini-Tuner Dock, inserted the XM... an XL. When the station is tuned in, the name of the track and artist are done. XM is available for XM radio receivers by pressing STATUS. • The time for reference. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH [Front] [iPod...
...15 minutes, but during peak busy periods you may apply. "On-Screen Display" (vpage 31). For U.S. Channel blocking is broadcast in superior digital audio from coast to coast. "Option Setup" - XM READY® SUBSCRIPTIONS Once you have installed the XM Mini-Tuner Dock, inserted the XM... an XL. When the station is tuned in, the name of the track and artist are done. XM is available for XM radio receivers by pressing STATUS. • The time for reference. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH [Front] [iPod...
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...well. • In the REC OUT mode, the remote control unit's ZONE2 mode buttons cannot be operated. • The "XM" digital audio output signals are for your personal enjoyment and should not be used for other purposes without permission of the copyright holder. • Input ...volume of the buttons is displayed. • Make a test recording before starting the actual recording. • Sources selected with the output from the digital output connector (OPTICAL 2). To record FM or AM broadcasts, select the broadcast (vpage 44). 5 Start recording. Channel Volume FL 0.0dB SR 0.0dB...
...well. • In the REC OUT mode, the remote control unit's ZONE2 mode buttons cannot be operated. • The "XM" digital audio output signals are for your personal enjoyment and should not be used for other purposes without permission of the copyright holder. • Input ...volume of the buttons is displayed. • Make a test recording before starting the actual recording. • Sources selected with the output from the digital output connector (OPTICAL 2). To record FM or AM broadcasts, select the broadcast (vpage 44). 5 Start recording. Channel Volume FL 0.0dB SR 0.0dB...
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...is possible to turn the power for ZONE2 is also output from the recording output connectors. [ZONE2 OFF] [ZONE2 ON] NOTE Digital audio signals input from the COAXIAL, OPTICAL or HDMI connectors cannot be adjusted only when "ZONE2" is reduced to be adjusted. The source...> : Buttons on the main unit [ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit Button name only: Buttons on the remote control unitH q Set [MODE SELECTOR 1] to "AUDIO" and [MODE SELECTOR 2] to "ZONE2" (main remote control unit). "Zone2 Setup" - w Press [SOURCE SELECT]. w Press [MUTING]. "Mute Level" (vpage 30). SOURCE...
...is possible to turn the power for ZONE2 is also output from the recording output connectors. [ZONE2 OFF] [ZONE2 ON] NOTE Digital audio signals input from the COAXIAL, OPTICAL or HDMI connectors cannot be adjusted only when "ZONE2" is reduced to be adjusted. The source...> : Buttons on the main unit [ ] : Buttons on the remote control unit Button name only: Buttons on the remote control unitH q Set [MODE SELECTOR 1] to "AUDIO" and [MODE SELECTOR 2] to "ZONE2" (main remote control unit). "Zone2 Setup" - w Press [SOURCE SELECT]. w Press [MUTING]. "Mute Level" (vpage 30). SOURCE...
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... is no crosstalk between channels and a realistic sound field with 2-channel sources. b Sources recorded in Dolby Surround Sources recorded in AV rooms as that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence is a matrix decoding ...cm GAs seen from Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license under license from the sideH Surround The AVR-2308CI is equipped with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz and 24 bit quantization on CDs is a digital audio format enabling high sound quality playback in 2-channels are played: 3 front channels ("FL" ,...
... is no crosstalk between channels and a realistic sound field with 2-channel sources. b Sources recorded in Dolby Surround Sources recorded in AV rooms as that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence is a matrix decoding ...cm GAs seen from Dolby Laboratories. Manufactured under license under license from the sideH Surround The AVR-2308CI is equipped with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz and 24 bit quantization on CDs is a digital audio format enabling high sound quality playback in 2-channels are played: 3 front channels ("FL" ,...
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securely inserted into the AVR- 2308CI's AC inlet and the wall power outlet. No sound is ... damaged. • Turn off suddenly and power indicator flashes red. "DOLBY DIGITAL" • DVD player's digital audio output • Check the DVD player's audio indicator does not setting is turned too • Adjust the master volume to...appear on . • Place the set to strong light. Symptom Power turns off the power and contact a DENON service center. speaker cables is sticking out of the • Operate within the specified remote control specified range....
securely inserted into the AVR- 2308CI's AC inlet and the wall power outlet. No sound is ... damaged. • Turn off suddenly and power indicator flashes red. "DOLBY DIGITAL" • DVD player's digital audio output • Check the DVD player's audio indicator does not setting is turned too • Adjust the master volume to...appear on . • Place the set to strong light. Symptom Power turns off the power and contact a DENON service center. speaker cables is sticking out of the • Operate within the specified remote control specified range....