Denon AVR-1912 Owners Manual

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  Basic version Advanced version INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER AVR-1912 Owner's Manual Information
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  ...: Integrated Network AV Receiver Model Number: AVR-1912 This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ...as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly approved by DENON may ...
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  n NOTES ON USE WARNINGS • Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack. • Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord. • Keep the unit free from moisture, water, and dust. • Unplug the power cord when not using the unit ...
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  Getting started Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owner's manual carefully before using the ... ...1 w CD-ROM (Owner's manual) ...1 e Warranty (for North America model only) ...1 r Service network list ...1 t Remote ...
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  ...and iPhone® via USB (vpage 10) Supports internet radio, music, and photograph ...TVz2. z2 The TV should support the ARC function. Compatible with "Denon Remote App" for performing... of the unit with an iPhone or iPod touchz1 Information "Denon Remote App" is application software that allows...
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  Basic version Basic version Basic version Here, we explain the connections and basic operation methods for this unit. F Connections vpage 4 F Settings vpage 13 F Playback (Basic operation) vpage 20 F Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode) vpage 44 Advanced version Information ...
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  ... have been completed. (When the Setup wizard is running, follow the instructions in the Setup wizard screen for making connections.) • When... connected devices. • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other devices being connected. • Be sure to connect the left...
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  Important information Examples of screen display • Menu screen • Status display screen When the input source is switched. Surr.Parameter Tone AudysseySettings Manual EQ RESTORER Audio Delay [Auto] SOURCE :BD MODE :STEREO Master Volume -55.5dB Basic version When the volume is adjusted. Menu ...
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  ... this unit and TV or the player need to support the copyright protection system known as HDCP... the owner's manual of your television or player for more information. About 3D function This unit supports... back 3D video, refer to the instructions provided in the manual of your playback device together...
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  ... this unit and TV also with an HDMI cable. • When connecting a device that supports Deep Color, please use a "High Speed HDMI cable" or... connections. • Signals cannot be output to DVI-D devices that do not support HDCP. • Depending on the combination of devices, the video signals may not be...
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  ... input video signals for output (Video conversion function)" (vpage 4). • For instructions on HDMI connections, see "Connecting an HDMI-compatible device" ...About ARC (Audio Return Channel) function" (vpage 6) or refer to the instruction manual for your TV. Audio cable Advanced version ...
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  ... TV. • Select the connector to use and connect the device. • For instructions on HDMI connections, see "Connecting an HDMI-compatible device" (...• You can enjoy video and audio from a digital camcorder. • For instructions on HDMI connections, see "Connecting an HDMI-compatible device" ...
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  ... ASD-1R or ASD-11R made by DENON (sold separately). • For instructions on the control dock for iPod ... or R L Use the AV/Control Cable supplied with the DENON control dock for iPod. R L Information • When you ... of iPods. For details, check page 24. • DENON does not guarantee that all USB ...
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  Connecting an antenna • Connect the FM antenna or AM loop antenna supplied with the unit to enjoy listening to radio broadcasts. • After connecting the antenna and receiving a broadcast signal (vpage 26 "Listening to FM/AM broadcasts"), fix the antenna with tape in a position where the ...
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  ... function. • You can update by downloading the latest firmware from the DENON website. For more information, on the menu, select "Firmware Update" (... a computer shop for details. • DENON assumes no responsibility whatsoever for any communication errors or troubles resulting from customer's ...
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  ...® Auto Setup, Audyssey MultEQ®/ Audyssey Dynamic EQ®/Audyssey Dynamic Volume® functions become active (vpage 78, 79). • To set up the speakers manually, use “Speaker Setup” (vpage 83) on the menu. About setup microphone placement • Measurements are performed by placing the setup ...
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  Set up speakers (Audyssey® Auto Setup) 1 Set up the microphone Mount the setup microphone on a tripod or stand and place it in the main listening position. Sound receptor When placing the setup microphone, adjust the height of the sound receptor to the level of the listener's ear. Setup ...
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  ... setup microphone is connected, the following screen is displayed. Audyssey Auto Setup Preparation Connect the speakers and place then according to the recommendations in the manual. MultEQ Amp Assign Channel Select Auto Setup Start [ENTER] Enter When measuring begins, a test tone is output from ...
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  ...(Main) NOTE If "Caution" is displayed: Go to "Error messages" (vpage 18), check any related items, and perform the necessary procedures. If the problem is resolved, return and restart "Audyssey® Auto Setup". STEP 3 STEP 4 Basic version Measure (2nd - 6th) • In STEP 3, you will...
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  Set up speakers (Audyssey® Auto Setup) STEP 5 Check to select item you 13 Use ui check, andthethen press want to STEP 6 Basic version Store Finish ENTER. 15 Select "Store" and then press ENTER. Save the measurement results. Audyssey Auto Setup Store Press "Store" to store ...
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  Set up speakers (Audyssey® Auto Setup) Error messages NOTE • An error message is displayed if Audyssey® Auto Setup could not be completed due to speaker placement, the measurement environment, etc. If this happens, check the relevant items, be sure to take the necessary measures, then perform ...
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  ... RETURN B. The confirmation screen reappears. Repeat step 2. Retrieving Audyssey® Auto Setup settings If you set "Restore" to "Yes", you can return to Audyssey® Auto Setup measurement result (value calculated at the start by MultEQ®) even when you have changed each setting manually. 19
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  ... connections between the different devices and the settings on the unit. n Using the "Source Select" menu NOTE Also refer to the operating instructions of the connected devices when playing them. Switch the remote control unit to the J (MAIN ZONE) mode when performing this operation (vpage ...
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  Important information Adjusting the master volume Use M df to adjust the volume. n When the "Volume Display" setting (vpage 92) is "Relative" GAdjustable rangeH 80.5dB - 18.0dB Playing a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player The following describes the procedure for playing Blu-ray Disc ...
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  ...not operate. • Note that DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising with the data ... to music on an iPod 1 Prepare for playback. q Connect the DENON control dock for iPod to this unit (vpage... Genres [1/6] z1 When using an ASD-11R DENON control dock for iPod. z2 Video...
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  ... mode When an iPod equipped with a video function is connected to a DENON ASD-11R control dock for iPod,...modez Browse / Remote mode switching Return Manual search (fast-reverse/fast-forward)...videos on the monitor. For details, see the iPod's operating instructions. Information NOTE Video may not ...
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  ... Advanced version 2 Press ON to turn on power to the unit. Press 3 USB".NET/USB to switch the input source to "NET/ DENON:[AVR-1912] Favorites [1/8] Internet Radio Media Server iPod Flickr Napster Pandora Information P CH +/- Preset 4 Use ui to ...
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  ... Z / X TV INPUT Function Amp menu Cursor operation / Auto search (cue, ui) / Manual search (Press and hold, ui) Enter / Pause Stop Page searchz1 / Character sortz2 Browse / Remote mode switching Return Manual search (fast-reverse/fast-forward) Playback / Pause Auto search (cue) ...
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  ... stations Listening to FM/AM broadcasts n Presetting radio stations (Manual preset) 1 Press 2 “AM”.BAND to select “FM” or FM ... 96). If “Auto Preset” is performed after performing “Manual preset”, the “Manual preset” settings will be overwritten. When listening to an FM broadcast...
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  Tuning in radio stations n Listening to preset stations Press to 1 block SHIFTG). select the memory (A to TUNER Preset Channel A8 A7 A6 A5 A4 A3 A2 A1 FM 90.10MHz FM 90.10MHz FM 90.10MHz FM 90.10MHz FM 107.90MHz FM 98.10MHz FM 89.10MHz FM 87.50MHz AUTO n Direct frequency tuning You can enter the...
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  ... • Your favorite radio stations can be registered by accessing an exclusive DENON Internet radio URL from a Web browser on a computer. ... address. Exclusive URL: http://www.radiodenon.com • The radio station database service may be suspended without notice. • This unit's Internet radio station...
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  .... See the Pandora homepage for details. http://www.pandora.com/denon Rhapsody is a paid music broadcast service of RealNetworks. When you first listen to ... this machine. See the Rhapsody homepage for details. http://www.rhapsody.com/denon Listening to internet radio Basic version 1 Prepare for ...
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  Playing a network audio n Recently played internet radio stations Recently played internet radio stations can be selected from "Recently Played". Up to 20 stations stored in "Recently Played". n Presetting internet radio stations Preset Internet radio stations can be selected directly....
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  Playing a network audio n Registering internet radio stations as your favorites Favorites are listed at the top of the menu screen, so when a station is registered as a favorite it can be tuned in easily. n Listening to internet radio stations registered in your favorites Press 1 display SOURCE ...
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  ... and set the files as server contents. For details, see the operating instructions of your server software. • Depending on the size of the still ..."Network Connect." (vpage 88). e Prepare the computer (vComputer's operating instructions). Advanced version Press SOURCE SELECT to display the ...
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  Playing a network audio Viewing photographs on the Flickr site You can view photographs shared by particular users, or all of the photographs shared on Flickr. 6 Press ui to select the folder, and then press ENTER or p. Displays the favorite photographs of the specified user. Displays a list of ...
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  Playing a network audio n Flickr operation Operation buttons INTERNET RADIO V PRESET 1 - 3 CH +, - MENU uio p ENTER (Press and release) ENTER (Press and hold) SEARCH RETURN B 2 1-8 SHIFT Function Last played internet radio station Preset channel (1 - 3) selection Preset channel (A1 - G8)...
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  Playing a network audio Listening to Napster n Searching from Napster menu n Registering tracks in my Napster library Basic version 1 Prepare for playback. q Check the network environment, then turn on this unit's power (vpage 12 "Connecting to a home network (LAN)"). w If settings are...
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  Playing a network audio n Napster operation Operation buttons INTERNET RADIO V PRESET 1 - 3 CH +, - MENU uio p ENTER (Press and release) ENTER (Press and hold) SEARCH RETURN B 1 8 9 2 1-8 SHIFT Function Last played internet radio station Preset channel (1 - 3) selection Preset channel (A1 ...
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  ...Then press ENTER. Pandora Account I have a Pandora account I am new to Pandora Please go to http://www.pandora.com/denon and follow the instructions there to create a new account. Your activation code is : Continue NOTE Press RETURN B to cancel the input. ...
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  Playing a network audio n Creating an original radio station You can create up to 100 original radio stations. 1 Use ui to select "New Station", then press ENTER or p. My Station New Station [1/3] Press ui, select a file 4 and press ENTER or p. (e.g. D&M2) from the list, Selected file is ...
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  ... Bookmark this track I'm tired of this track Delete this station AreHilary sure Radiowant to sign out you Duff you Michelle Branch Radio xxxxx_xxxxxxx@denon.co.jp? B.B. King Radio Carrie Underwood Radio Quick Mix Advanced version Yes B.o.B. Radio Exit No RETURN Sign out I like this track ...
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  ... to a home network (LAN)"). w If settings are required, make the "Network Connect." (vpage 88). n Select the search mode Rhapsody Rhapsody Music Guide Search Rhapsody Channels My Library [1/4] 2 "Sign in to 3 Use ui to select press ENTER your account", then or p. Rhapsody Start a 30-day...
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  Playing a network audio n Track menu Press p during playback to display the track menu. Rhapsody Jump to artist [1/6] n Rhapsody operation • To play back compressed audio with extended bass or treble reproduction, we recommend playback in RESTORER mode (vpage 80). The default setting is "...
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  Playing a USB memory device Playing back music or still picture (JPEG) files recorded on a USB memory device. Slide show function Still picture (JPEG) files stored on USB memory devices can be played as slide shows. Also, you can set the time display that is shown during playback (vpage 100). ...
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  ... 10 iPod or USB memory device to the USB port"). to switch the 2 Press NET/USB"NET/USB". input source to DENON:[AVR-1912] Favorites [1/8] n USB operation • You can specify the duration of the on-screen display to be displayed (default: 30 sec) at ...
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  Selecting a listening mode (Surround mode) This unit can play input audio signals in multi-channel surround mode or in stereo mode. Select a listening mode suitable for the playback contents (cinema, music, etc.) or according to your liking. Basic version n Listening mode Operation button • ...
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  Selecting a listening mode Operation button Input signal Listening mode Operation button Input signal Listening mode z1 2-channel also includes analog input. z2 This mode plays back 2-channel source in 5.1 or 7.1-channel playback. It cannot be selected when headphones are used, or when only front ...
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  Selecting a listening mode n Description of listening mode types Dolby listening mode Listening mode type DOLBY PLgxz1 Description This mode can be selected when a Dolby Pro Logic gx decoder is used to play back 2-channel source in 6.1/7.1-channel surround sound including the surround back channel...
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  Selecting a listening mode DENON original listening mode Listening mode type MULTI CH STEREO Description This mode is for enjoying stereo sound from all speakers. The same sound as that from the front speakers (L/R) is played back at the same level from the surround speakers (L/R) and surround back...
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  Advanced version Basic version Advanced version Here, we explain functions and operations that let you make better use of this unit. Advanced version F Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection) vpage 49 F Playback (Advanced operation) vpage 58 F Playback in ZONE2 (Separate room) ...
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  Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection) Here we describe the installation, connection and setup methods for speakers other than 5.1-channel speakers. For the installation, connection and setup methods for 5.1-channel speakers, see C page 4 "Setup wizard". Use Audyssey® Auto Setup...
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  Install When 7.1ch (Surround back speaker) installed When 6.1ch (Surround back speaker) installed When Front A/B speakers installed Basic version FL SW C z1 FR FL SW C z1 FR FL(B) FL(A) SW FR(A) FR(B) z2 z2 z3 Advanced version SL SR SL SR Listening position Listening position ...
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  ...the speaker terminals while the power supply is connected. Doing so could result in electric shock (When the Setup wizard is running, follow the instructions in the Setup wizard screen for making connections.). • Use speakers with the speaker impedances shown below. Speaker terminals FRONT CENTER ...
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  Connect 7.1-channel (Front height speaker) connection The illustration on the right shows a connection example for performing 7.1-channel playback using the front height speakers. If you connect the surround back and front height speakers before you start playback, the audio is played back by ...
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  Connect 6.1-channel (Surround back speaker) connection If using only one surround back speaker (with a 6.1-channel connection), connect to the "L" side of the SURR. BACK/AMP ASSIGN terminal. For speaker settings in this case, see "When 6.1ch (Surround back speaker) installed" (vpage 50). ...
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  Connect Front A/B connection You can connect a second set of speakers to this unit and use them for playback. In this case, set "Amp Assign" to "Front B" in steps 3 and 4 for "Set up "Amp Assign"" (vpage 56). 2.1-channel connection Basic version Advanced version FL SW FR ...
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  Connect Bi-Amp connection You can use the front speakers via the bi-amp connection. A bi-amp connection is to connect separate amplifiers to the tweeter terminals and woofer terminals of speakers compatible with the bi-amp function. This prevents the back electromotive force (returned force ...
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  ... mode Press AMP to set the remote control unit to AMPoperation mode. Preparation Connect the speakers and place then according to the recommendations in the manual. Next [ENTER] Enter [RETURN] Cancel Amp Assign Amp Assign ZONE2 MultEQ 3 Select ."Next", and then press ENTER ZONE2 [ENTER] ...
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  Set up speakers Use o p 5 configuration oftotheselect the connected speakers. 7 Set up "Channel Select" Use ui to select "Channel Select", and then press ENTER. Audyssey Auto Setup Preparation Set the following items if necessary. MultEQ 9 Press o p to select a front speaker. A B A+B ...
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  ... all devices connected by HDMI cable. • Please consult the operating instructions for the connected devices to check the settings. • Carry out steps 2 ...devices correct? Information • To play the audio of a TV that does not support the ARC function with the unit, connect the TV with an optical...
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  ... the TV and HDMI are connected when you perform HDMI control. • Some functions may not operate depending on the connected TV or player. Check the owner's manual of each device for details beforehand. • When "P.Off Control" on the menu is set to "OFF" (vpage 86), this unit is not set ...
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  Convenient functions Adjusting the volume of the speakers You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback sources or to suit your taste, as described below. 5 Use o p to adjust the volume. n Adjusting the volume of groups of speakers (Fader function) Basic version n ...
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  Convenient functions Quick select function All of the settings in step 1 can be memorized together. By memorizing frequently used settings, you can quickly access and enjoy a playback environment that is consistently the same. n Recalling the settings Press QUICK SELECT at which the settings you ...
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  ... more standby power. Advanced version Device backups: DENON:[AVR-1912] AirPlay Device Launch and click icon 3 displayediTunes lower right ofthe AirPlay and... and click play in iTunes. The music will stream to this unit. DENON:[AVR-1912] Cancel Forget All Remotes Reset Sync ...
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  ... the party mode 1 While in the party mode, press PARTY. 2 Press 3 track. uio p and ENTER to select the desired DENON:[AVR-1912] PARTY Basic version "Exit Party Mode?" is displayed on the menu screen. [1/3] ATTENDEE Press o p to select "Yes", ...
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  ...Device Control", and then press ENTER. DENON:[AVR-1912] Basic version When the device control mode ...p and ENTER to select the desired track. DENON:[AVR-1912] [1/7] REMOTE CONTROL o p to 2 Press ENTER. ... Name of the device, ENTER Zone Management DENON:[AVR-1912] DENON:[RCD-N7] [1/1] MENU Internet...
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  ... the menu screen while the media controller is being operated. • For the various settings and operating procedures, see the operating instructions of the media controller being used. • When selecting this unit from the media controller, the name of this unit is displayed at "Friendly Name"....
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  .... Friendly Name DHCP IP Address MAC Address DENON:[AVR-1912] ON 192.168.100.19 0005cd-004210 Web Controller DENON:[AVR-1912] MAIN ZONE Status ZONE CONTROL QUICK SELECT CHANNEL LEVEL iPod Dock ...http://192.168.100.19/". q Web Controller DENON:[AVR-1912] MAIN ZONE Status -20.0dB ZONE2 ...
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  ... operating screen ZONE CONTROL QUICK SELECT CHANNEL LEVEL iPod Dock iPod Direct > > > > > NET AUDIO/USB(MAIN ZONE) Back DENON:[AVR-1912] >Favorites Internet Radio Media Server Flickr Napster Pandora Rhapsody [1/7] The surround parameters, tone settings ...
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  Playback in ZONE2 (Separate room) • You can operate this unit so as to enjoy audio in a room (ZONE2) other than the MAIN ZONE (room where the unit is located). • You can simultaneously play back the same source in both the MAIN ZONE, ZONE2. You can also play back separate sources in the MAIN ...
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  Quick select function It is also possible to save four settings for ZONE2. Sleep timer function This is useful when you want to sleep while listening in ZONE2. Basic version n Saving the settings q Input source (vpage 68) w Volume (vpage 68) n Recalling the settings ZONE 1 Set the items ...
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  ... items Audio Adjust Detailed items Surr.Parameter Tone Audyssey Settings Manual EQ RESTORER Audio Delay Status Audio Signal HDMI Information Auto ... Wizard System Setup Input Setup Information Surr.Parameter Tone AudysseySettings Manual EQ RESTORER Setup Wizard Audio Delay Information Items that ...
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  ... version GExample 1H Menu selection screen (Top menu) Menu Audio Adjust Information Setup Wizard System Setup Input Setup Surr.Parameter Tone AudysseySettings Manual EQ RESTORER Audio Delay GExample 2H Audyssey® Auto Setup screen (with illustration) t Audyssey Auto Setup y Preparation Set the ...
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  ... item you want to set. Top menu display Menu w Audio Adjust Information Setup Wizard System Setup Input Setup Surr.Parameter Tone AudysseySettings Manual EQ RESTORER Audio Delay Audio Adjust - w Advanced version Display when changing settings Input Assign Default BD DVD TV SAT/CBL GAME1...
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  ... one character. Character input section Cursor Keyboard section Uppercase and lowercase switch key Space key Cursor keys Insert key Delete key OK key Guide for operation buttons a character 3 SelectENTER. to be input with uio p then press • The types of characters that can be input are as shown ...
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  ... 0-9] Input [SEARCH] Keyboard [ENTER] Enter [CH+] Insert q Character input section w Guide for operation buttons Using the number buttons • When you press SHIFT while you type...O" is registered. twice. u Press Input "N". i Press ENTER to register the input source name. DENO DENO DENON 74
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  ...is stopped. Make the settings during playback. Menu operation Press ZONE 1 ZONE). SELECT to switch the zone mode to J (MAIN The J indicator lights. Advanced version Manual EQ (vpage 79) RESTORER (vpage 80) Audio Delay (vpage 80) 2 Press AMP to set the remote control unit to AMP-operation mode...
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  Audio Adjust Surr.Parameter NOTE You cannot set the surround parameters in the PURE DIRECT mode. Setting items Mode Set the play modes for the different surround modes. Default settings are underlined. Setting items LFE Adjust the low-frequency effects level (LFE). -10dB - 0dB Setting ...
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  Audio Adjust Setting items Height Gain Control the front channel volume. Setting details Low : Reduce the front height channel volume. height Middle : Front height channel sound is output with standard sound volume. High : Increase the front height channel volume. Setting items S.Back Sets the ...
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  ...® corrects both time and frequency response problems in the listening area based on Audyssey® Auto ... frequency response of all speakers to flat response. Manual : Apply frequency response set with “Manual EQ” (vpage 79). OFF : Turn “MultEQ®” equalizer off. • “Audyssey”, “Audyssey ...
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  ... Setting items Dynamic EQ® Solve the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased... within the standard. Dynamic Volume® Solve the problem of large variations in volume level between... equalizer to adjust the tone of each speaker. "Manual EQ" can be set when "MultEQ®" setting...
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  ... be set when the surround mode is set to "DIRECT" or "PURE DIRECT". Basic version Advanced version Audio Delay While viewing video, manually adjust the time to delay audio output. Setting details 0ms - 200ms Default settings are underlined. Information • This item can be set within ...
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  ... HDMI input/output signals and monitor. Auto Surround Show information about auto surround mode settings. HDMI Signal Information • Resolution / Color Space / Pixel Depth HDMI Monitor Information • Interface / Support Resolution Analog/PCM 2ch / Digital 2ch / Digital 5.1ch / Multi ch BD 81
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  System Setup Set when changing Audyssey® Auto Setup settings, or when changing the audio, video, display or other settings. • If you change the speaker settings after performing Audyssey® Auto Setup, it will not be possible to set Audyssey MultEQ®, Audyssey Dynamic EQ® and Audyssey Dynamic ...
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  ... this case, make "Surr.Parameter" - "S.Back" setting other than "OFF" (vpage 77). Basic version Perform when setting the speakers manually or when changing settings made in Audyssey® Auto Setup. • If you change the speaker settings after performing Audyssey® Auto Setup, it will ...
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  System Setup Setting items Speaker Config. (Continued) Setting details F.Height : Set the presence and size of the front height speakers. • Large : Use a large speaker that can adequately play back low frequencies. • Small : Use a small speaker that has inadequate playback capacity for low ...
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  System Setup Setting items Setting details Setting items Crossover Freq. Set the maximum frequency of the bass signal output from each channel to the subwoofer. Set the Crossover Frequency to suit the bass reproduction capability of the speaker being used. Setting details Crossover : Set the ...
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  ...device that is not compatible with the HDMI control function is Control. connected, set "HDMI Control" to "OFF". • Please consult the operating instructions for each connected device to check the settings. • Refer to "HDMI control function" (vpage 58) for more information about the...
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  ... in which "Not Used" is selected Set so that "Audyssey Flat" settings can be made when Audyssey® cannot be stored and Auto Setup is performed. recalled in the Quick Select Manual : Set when not using the "Manual" equalizer. function. • Used : Use. • Not Used : Do not use. BD 87
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  ... the Internet, recheck the connections and settings (vpage 12). • If you do not understand about Internet connection, contact your ISP (Internet Service Provider) or the store from which you purchased your computer. • When you want to cancel the setting during IP address input, press RETURN B. ...
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  System Setup Setting items Network Connect. (Continued) Setting details Proxy settings : Make this setting when connecting to the Internet via a proxy server. Network Connect. DHCP IP Address OFF 192.168.0.1 Setting items Network Connect. (Continued) Setting details Network Connect. Proxy Proxy ...
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  ...name of this unit displayed on the network. Up to 63 characters can be input. The default Friendly Name on first use is "DENON:[AVR-1912]". • For character input, see page 73. Default : Restores Friendly Name, which you had changed, to the default ...
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  System Setup Setting items Other (Continued) Setting details Notification : Sets the display of a notification message when the latest firmware is released. Update : Displays a notification message on this unit's menu screen when the latest firmware is released with "Firmware Update". The ...
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  System Setup Option Setup Make various other settings. Setting items Volume Control Set the MAIN ZONE (room where the unit is located) volume setting. Setting items Default settings are underlined. Setting details Basic version Setting details Volume Display : Set how volume is displayed. • ...
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  ... : Display a list of the additional functions provided by the upgrade. See the DENON website for details about updates. When the procedure is complete, "Registered" is.... vSee overleaf Basic version Advanced version Remote Setup Guide Search a preset code to register in the remote control unit. ...
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  ... INTERNET RADIO V to complete the setting. Advanced version • Information regarding the "Firmware Update" function and "Add New Feature" will be announced on the DENON web site each time related plans are defined. • When usable new firmware is released with "Firmware Update" or "...
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  Input Setup Perform settings related to input source playback. • You do not have to change the settings to use the unit. Make settings when needed. Basic version Items that can be set with the "Input Setup" procedure Auto Preset (vpage 96) Preset Skip (vpage 96) Preset Name (vpage 96) ...
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  ... Start Start the auto preset process. TUNER Setting details If an FM station cannot be preset automatically, select the desired station by tuning it in manually, then preset it manually. Preset Name Assign name to a preset memory. Setting items Block Select the preset memory block. TUNER A1 - G8 ...
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  Input Setup Input Assign Examples of "Input Assign" menu screen displays This screen appears when the "Input Setup" - "each input source" - "Input Assign" menu is selected. Use the "Input Assign" menu to change the w HDMI input connectors, e Digital input connectors, and r ...
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  Input Setup Setting items Component (Component video) Set this to change the component video input connectors assigned to the input sources. BD GAME2 DVD V.AUX TV GAME1 DOCK SAT/CBL Setting details RCA None : Do not assign a component video input connector to the selected input source. • At time ...
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  Input Setup Input Mode (Audio) Setting items Input Mode Set the audio input modes for the different input sources. It is normally recommended to set the audio input mode to "Auto". Default settings are underlined. Rename Change the display name of the selected input source. Setting items ...
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  Input Setup n Input source : "NET/USB" Setting items Repeat Make settings for repeat mode. Media Server Rhapsody Napster USB/iPod ON : Enable random playback. OFF : Disable random playback. Setting details All : All files are played repeatedly (All files in a Folder or an album are played ...
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  ...ZONE2. Z3 Not used. BD SAT/CBL TV NET/USB 3 Operate this unit or the device whose input source is switched. • For details, refer to the operating instructions for each device. For operations of iPod, TUNER and USB memory device, see the following pages. • iPod (vpage 23, 25) • TUNER (vpage...
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  ... (MAIN The J indicator lights. n Buttons used for operating the devices Input source select button Brand DENON DirecTV SONY DENON Panasonic DENON Motorola Scientific Atlanta DENON Preset code 32258 01377 10810 32134 21378 72516 01376 01877 42867 Press AMP to set...
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  ... and RemoteSetupGuide Device Brand Code DVD Denon 30490[1/3] 1.Press[INPUT SOURCE]. 2.Press and... Return Device Brand Code RemoteSetupGuide DVD Denon 30490[1/3] Basic version Press the buttons ... AMP then ENTER to return to step 7. Dantax Denon DSE Disney source 9 Press isthetoinputregisteredbutton, ...
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  ... ZONE/DEVICE X Function Cursor operation Enter Manual search (fast-reverse/fast-forward) ... Advanced version • For details, refer to the device's operating instructions. n Blu-ray Disc player / HD-... standbyz z This may power some devices on/standby. supported. This function can not Press [AMP]...
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  .../down) Menu Cursor operation Enter Setup Return Manual search (fast-reverse/fast-forward) Playback Auto.../down) Menu Cursor operation Enter Setup Return Manual search (fast-reverse/fast-forward) Playback Auto... (up/down) Menu Cursor operation Enter Guide Return Manual search (fast-reverse/fast-forward) ...
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  Specifying the zone used with the main remote control unit When the ZONE SELECT button is pressed, only the set zone can be operated with the remote control unit. Resetting the remote control unit Settings for the remote control unit are returned to the default values. Basic version Press and 1 ...
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  ... Information Here, we list various information related to this unit. Please refer to this information as needed. Advanced version F Part names and functions vpage 108 F Other information vpage 113 F Troubleshooting vpage 122 F Specifications vpage 126 F Index vpage 127 Information 107
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  Part names and functions Front panel For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Basic version Q6 Q5 Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 Q0 Advanced version Q7 Q8 Q9 Information q q Power operation button w e r t y u i o (ON/STANDBY C 5) Turns power to this unit on and ...
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  Display Basic version Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 Q0 o i u y Advanced version q w e r t q Decoder indicators These light when the respective decoders are operating. o Audyssey® indicators w Input signal indicators e Information display The input source name, surround mode, setting values and other...
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  Rear panel See the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Basic version Q1 Q0 o i Advanced version Information q w e r t y u q FM/AM antenna terminals 11) w Analog audio connectors 8, 9, 11) e PRE OUT connectors C 6, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55) r S-VIDEO/VIDEO connectors 8, 9, 10) t COMPONENT...
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  Remote control unit For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Basic version Q9 q w W0 q ZONE SELECT button 68, 101) w Zone mode indicators 101) e Input source select buttons 20, 68) r QUICK SELECT buttons 61, 69) t INTERNET RADIO button (V 29) y Preset ...
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  Remote control unit Inserting the batteries q Slide the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and remove it. w Load the two batteries properly as indicated by the marks in the battery compartment. R6/AA Operating range of the remote control unit Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor...
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  Other information n Trademark information (vpage 113) n Surround (vpage 114) n Relationship between video signals and monitor output (vpage 118) n Explanation of terms (vpage 119) Basic version Trademark information This product uses the following technologies: Advanced version Manufactured...
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  Surround This unit is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie theater. Basic version Surround modes and surround parameters This table shows the speakers that can be used in each ...
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  Surround Surr.Parameter (vpage 76) PRO LOGIC g/gx Music mode only Surround mode (vpage 44) Height Gain (vpage 77) PLgz Height z12 (vpage 77) AFDM z13 (vpage 77) S.Back (vpage 77) Subwoofer (vpage 77) Panorama (vpage 76) Dimension (vpage 76) C.Width (vpage 76) NEO:6 Music mode only C.Image...
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  Surround n Types of input signals, and corresponding surround modes Symbols in the table Basic version This table shows the input signal that can be played in each surround mode. Check the audio signal of the input source then select the surround mode. F This indicates the default surround mode...
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  Surround Input signal types and formats Surround mode (vpage 44) NOTE PCM ANALOG LINEAR PCM LINEAR PCM (multi ch) (2ch) F S S S S F D (7.1) S S S S S S S S S F z1 z2 z3 z4 S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S F S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S ...
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  Relationship between video signals and monitor output Basic version Input connector HDMI A A A A A A S S S S S S S A Video signal input present No video signal input COMPONENT A A A S S S A A A S S S S-VIDEO A A S A A S A A S A A S VIDEO A S A A S A A S A A S A HDMI A S S S
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  ... front height channels is also an ideal alternative for households that cannot support the placement of back surround speakers of a typical 7.1-channel system ... the sound of the studio master. This format provides the facility to support up to 8 audio channels with a sampling frequency of 96kHz/24bit...
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  ...Theater System (DTS). This format provides the facility to support up to 8 audio channels with a sampling frequency ... including music and movies. iTunes supports many main file formats including ... fees are included in upgrade costs. For inquiries about this service, visit the vTuner site below. vTuner...
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  Explanation of terms W Windows Media DRM This is a copyright protection technology developed by Microsoft. Content providers are using the digital rights management technology for Windows Media contained in this device (WM-DRM) to protect the integrity of their content (Secure Content) so that ...
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  Troubleshooting If a problem should arise, first check the following: 1. Are the connections correct? 2. Is the set being operated as described ... terminal. • This unit amplifier circuit has failed. Turn off the power and please contact the DENON service adviser. Page C5 120 GHDMIH Symptom No audio ...
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  GAudioH Symptom Audio is not output. Cause/Solution • Check the connections for all devices. Page C 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 C 6, 83, 84 - 21, 68 21, 68 20, 68 99 108 - Symptom Dolby PLg mode or DTS NEO:6 mode cannot be selected. Cause/Solution • Check that "Speaker Config." - ...
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  ...set cannot recognize is connected. This is not a malfunction. DENON does not guarantee that all USB .../Solution • Some iPods do not support being used connected directly to the USB port.... the Password. (Password is not displayed.) www.rhapsody.com/denon - The file names are not displayed properly...
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  .... Re-enter the "Password". (Password is not displayed.) http://www.pandora.com/denon Page 29, 37 Resetting the microprocessor Perform this procedure if the ... or the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad do not have firmware that supports AirPlay installed. Update to the latest firmware. • The volume in ...
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  Specifications n Audio section • Power amplifier Rated output: Front: 90 W + 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 125 W + 125 W (6 Ω, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Center: 90 W (8 Ω, 20 Hz - 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 125 W (6 Ω, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Surround: 90 W + 90 W (8 Ω, ...
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  ... 18 vM MAIN ZONE ····················································· 120 Manual EQ ························································· 79 Master volume ...
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  ...devices 104 Registering Preset Codes 102 Remote mode 22, 24 Remote Setup Guide 93 Rename 99 Repeat 99, 100 Resetting the microprocessor 125 ...Size 76 vT Tone 78 Tone Control 78 Trademark 113 Treble 78 Troubleshooting 122 Turning off the sound temporarily 21 Basic version vV Video 98 ...
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  Dimensions Unit : in. (mm) Weight : 22 lbs 7.8 oz (10.2 kg) 17 1/8 (435.0) 19/32 (15.0) 5 25/32 (147.0) 6 3/8 (162.0) 27/32 (21.5) 13 21/64 (338.5) 15 3/64 (382.0) 55/64 (22.0) Basic version Advanced version Information 129
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