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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    COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. : Integrated Network AV Receiver Model Number: AVR-1912 This product complies with Part 15 of instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly approved by DENON
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    Basic version n NOTES ON USE WARNINGS • Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat . • Do not handle the mains cord with wet hands. • When the switch is in the OFF (STANDBY) position, the equipment is not completely switched off from MAINS. • The equipment shall be installed near the
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    zone used with the main remote control unit····106 Resetting the remote control unit 106 Accessories Check that the following parts are supplied with the product. q Getting Started 1 w CD-ROM (Owner's manual 1 e Warranty (for North America model only 1 r Service network list 1 t Remote control
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    . You can also listen to internet radio and a host of other online music sources that use network technology. This unit also supports AirPlay that lets you stream your music library from an iPhone, iPad, iPod touch or iTunes. Compatible with "Denon Remote App" for performing basic operations of
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    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 Connection Playback Connection Playback Connection Playback Connection
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    • The video conversion function supports the NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 4.43, PAL-N, PAL-M and PAL-60 formats. • Resolutions of HDMI-compatible TVs can be checked at "HDMI Monitor Information" (vpage 81). NOTE • HDMI signals cannot be converted into analog signals. • Component video input signals cannot
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    AudysseySettings Manual EQ RESTORER Audio Delay [Auto] SOURCE :BD MODE :STEREO Master Volume -55.5dB Status display: The operating status appears briefly on the screen when the input source is switched or the volume is changed. NOTE • If you operate the menu while playing back 3D video content
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    work depending on the device it is connected to and its settings. • You cannot operate a TV or Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player that is not compatible with the HDMI control function. About 3D function This unit supports input and output of 3D (3 dimensional) video signals of HDMI 1.4a. To play back
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    97) Set this to change the HDMI input connector to which the input source is assigned. HDMI Setup (vpage 86) Make settings for HDMI video/audio output. • Auto Lip Sync • HDMI Audio Out • Standby Source • P.Off Control • HDMI Control NOTE The audio signal input from the HDMI input connector
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    unit via an HDMI connection. For details, see "About ARC (Audio Return Channel) function" (vpage 6) or refer to the instruction manual for your TV. Cables used for connections Video cable (sold separately) Video cable Audio cable (sold separately) Optical cable TV VIDEO VIDEO IN AUDIO OPTICAL OUT
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    Set as Necessary Set this to change the digital input connector or component video input connector to which the input source is assigned. "Input Assign" (vpage 97) You can enjoy games by connecting a game machine via the V.AUX input connector. In this case, select the input source to "V.AUX". NOTE
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    for iPod to the unit to enjoy video and music stored on an iPod. • For a control dock for iPod, use ASD-1R or ASD-11R made by DENON (sold separately). • For instructions on the control dock for iPod settings, refer to the control dock for iPod's operating instructions. Control dock for iPod ASD-11R
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    . • Make sure the AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of the panel. • If the signal has noise interference, connect the ground terminal (GND) to reduce noise. • If you are unable to receive a good broadcast signal, we recommend installing an outdoor antenna. For details, inquire
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    as that from Internet radio. You can also operate this unit from a computer using the Web control function. • You can update by downloading the latest firmware from the DENON website. For more information, on the menu, select "Firmware Update" (vpage 93). • See "Network Setup" on the menu (vpage 88
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    Audyssey Dynamic Volume® functions become active (vpage 78, 79). • To set up the speakers manually, use "Speaker Setup" (vpage 83) on the menu. NOTE • Make the room as quiet as possible. Background noise can disrupt the room measurements. Close windows, silence cell phones, televisions, radios, air
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    the zone mode to J (MAIN ZONE). The J indicator lights. Press ZONE SELECT nn Set up the operation mode Press AMP to set the remote control unit to AMP- operation mode. If you do not have a tripod or stand, set up the microphone on, for example, a seat without a back. NOTE • Do not hold the setup
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    according to the recommendations in the manual. Next [ENTER] Enter [RETURN] Cancel 6 Use ui to select "Auto Setup Start" and then press ENTER. Audyssey Auto Setup Preparation Set the following items if necessary. MultEQ Amp Assign Channel Select Auto Setup Start [ENTER] Enter [RETURN] Cancel
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    2 (Continued) Detect & Measure (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". When performing Audyssey® Auto Setup over again Press ui to
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    completed, "Storing complete. Auto Setup is now finished." is displayed. NOTE During saving of measurement results, be sure not to turn off the power. 16 Unplug the setup microphone from the unit's SETUP MIC jack. 17 Set Audyssey Dynamic Volume®. Audyssey Auto Setup Finish Storing complete. Auto
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    Error messages Set up speakers (Audyssey® Auto Setup) NOTE • An error message is displayed if Audyssey® Auto Setup could not be Auto Setup MultEQ Caution! Speaker:None Front R • There is too much noise in the room for accurate measurements to be made. • Speaker or subwoofer sound is too
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    Check Making the network settings (Network Setup) This unit can be connected to a home network (LAN) to listen to Internet radio or play back music files and Retrieving Audyssey® Auto Setup settings If you set "Restore" to "Yes", you can return to Audyssey® Auto Setup measurement result (value
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    CD) to be played back. The desired input source can be selected directly. nnUsing the "Source Select" menu Switch the remote control unit to the J (MAIN ZONE) mode when performing this operation (vpage 101 "Operating AV devices"). If the remote control unit is in K (ZONE2) mode, the "Source Select
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    - 99.0 • The variable range differs according to the input signal and channel level setting. You can also operate via the main unit. In this case, perform the following operations. Turn MASTER VOLUME to adjust the volume. Turning off the sound temporarily Press N. • The power indicator flashes green
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    • Press STANDBY and set this unit's power to the standby mode before disconnecting the iPod. You can also switch the input source to other than "DOCK" and then disconnect the iPod. • Depending on the type of iPod and the software version, some functions may not operate. • Note that DENON will accept
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    instructions. NOTE Video may not be output, depending on the combination of ASD-1R or ASD-11R and iPod. Playing an iPod nniPod operation Operation buttons Function MENU Amp menu uio p Cursor operation / Auto search (cue, ui) / Manual search (Press and hold, ui) ENTER (Press and release
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    USB port"). 2 Press ON to turn on power to the unit. 3 Press NET/USB to switch the input source to "NET/ USB". DENON:[AVR-1912] Favorites Internet Radio Media Server iPod Flickr Napster Pandora [1/8] CH +/- Preset 4 Use ui to select "iPod", then press ENTER or p. 5 Press SEARCH and hold it down
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    MENU Amp menu uio p Cursor operation / Auto search (cue, ui) / Manual search (Press and hold, ui) ENTER (Press and release) Enter / Pause ENTER (Press and hold) Stop SEARCH (Press and release) Page searchz1 / Character sortz2 SEARCH (Press and hold) Browse / Remote mode switching
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    cannot be tuned in with auto tuning, tune it in manually. • When tuning in stations manually, press and hold TUNING d or TUNING f to change frequencies continuously. • The time (default : 30 sec) for which the menu are displayed can be set at menu "Tuner" (vpage 93). Press uio p to return to the
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    input is cancelled. 3 When setting is completed, press ENTER. The preset frequency is tuned in. Tuning in radio stations nnTuner (FM/AM) operation Operation buttons CH +, - MENU uio p ENTER SEARCH RETURN B BAND MODE TUNING df 0 - 9 SHIFT MEMORY TV Z / X Function Preset channel selection Amp menu
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    files can be played back simultaneously. At this time, set "Slide Show"(vpage 100 ) in the menu to "ON". Internet Radio 04:01 100% Title Radio station Now Playing CH+/- Preset MEMORY Memory MP3 32kbps Select SEARCH Picture View Network contents that can be played back simultaneously are as
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    .rhapsody.com/denon Listening to internet radio 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 required, make the "Network Connect." (vpage 88). 2 Press NET/USB to switch the input source to
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    the remote control unit or main unit. • Recommended Internet radio stations have already been registered to the PRESET 1 - 3 buttons. While the internet radio station you want to preset is playing, press and hold PRESET 1 - 3 for at least 3 seconds. The internet radio station is now preset. NOTE If
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    "Remove". The selected Internet radio station is cleared. Favorites [2/3] Radio Algerienne Chaine 1 R M Is it deleted? Remove Cancel Playing a network audio nnInternet radio operation Operation buttons INTERNET RADIO V PRESET 1 - 3 CH +, - MENU uio p ENTER (Press and release) ENTER (Press
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    " before the server name. Playing a network audio nnMedia server operation Operation buttons Function INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station PRESET 1 - 3 Preset channel (1 - 3) selection CH +, - Preset channel (A1 - G8) selection MENU Amp menu uio p Cursor operation / Auto
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    to a home network (LAN)"). w If settings are required, make the "Network Connect." (vpage 88). 2 Press SOURCE SELECT to display the "Source Select" menu, then select "Flickr p. The selected file is displayed. NOTE Depending on the file format, some photographs cannot be viewed. vSee overleaf
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    network audio nnFlickr operation Operation buttons Function INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station PRESET 1 - 3 Preset channel (1 - 3) selection CH +, - Preset channel (A1 - G8) selection MENU Amp menu uio p Cursor operation / Auto search (cue, ui) ENTER (Press and release
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    (vpage 12 "Connecting to a home network (LAN)"). w If settings are required, make the "Network Connect." (vpage 88). 2 Press SOURCE SELECT to display the "Source Select" menu, then select "Napster" (vpage 20). 3 Use ui p to input "Username" and "Password". Napster Account Username Password OK Enter
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    network audio nnNapster operation Operation buttons Function INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station PRESET 1 - 3 Preset channel (1 - 3) selection CH +, - Preset channel (A1 - G8) selection MENU Amp menu uio p Cursor operation / Auto search (cue, ui) ENTER (Press and release
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    to http://www.pandora.com/denon and follow the instructions there to create a new account. Your activation code is : Continue 2D5969A RETURN Cancel Playing a network audio 3 If you have a Pandora account, press ui to select "I have a Pandora account", then press ENTER or p. 4 Input "Email address
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    ) By specifying your favorite track or artist name, music that has a similar rhythm or sound is chosen and streamed. Press ui and select the radio station ("D&M2 Radio") that you want to listen to, and press ENTER or p. In Pandora, you can search for the track name or artist name using "D&M2" as
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    uio p ENTER (Press and release) ENTER (Press and hold) SEARCH RETURN B 1 9 3 2 TV Z / X TV INPUT Playing a network audio Function Amp menu Cursor operation / Auto search (cue, i) Enter / Pause Stop Page searchz Return Playback Auto search (cue) Pause Stop TV power on/standby (Default : SONY) Switch
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    , the top menu for Rhapsody is displayed. NOTE • The password should be no longer than 99 characters. • Press RETURN B to cancel the input. When "Cancel input?" is displayed, select "Yes", then press ENTER. nnSelect the search mode Rhapsody [1/4] Rhapsody Music Guide Search Rhapsody Channels
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    name or album name. Playing a network audio nnRhapsody operation Operation buttons Function INTERNET RADIO V Last played internet radio station PRESET 1 - 3 Preset channel (1 - 3) selection CH +, - Preset channel (A1 - G8) selection MENU Amp menu uio p Cursor operation / Auto search
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    protected, depending on the computer's settings. MP3 32kbps CH+/- Preset MEMORY Memory Select SEARCH Picture View Network contents that can be played back simultaneously are as follows. • Music files: Favorites, Internet Radio, Media Server, USB, iPod Browse Mode (NET/USB) • Image files: Media
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    "Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port"). 2 Press NET/USB to switch the input source to "NET/USB". DENON:[AVR-1912] Favorites Internet Radio Media Server USB Flickr Napster Pandora [1/8] CH +/- Preset 3 Use ui to select "USB", then press ENTER or p. USB D&M1 D&M2 D&M3 Music1
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    • Adjust the sound field effect with the menu "Surr.Parameter" (vpage 76) to enjoy your favorite sound mode. Selecting a listening mode 1 Play the STEREO MONO MOVIE VIRTUAL z1 2-channel also includes analog input. z2 This mode plays back 2-channel source in 5.1 or 7.1-channel playback. It
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    MULTI IN + Dolby EX MULTI IN + PLgz MULTI CH STEREO Multi-channel z3 VIDEO GAME VIRTUAL All DIRECT PURE DIRECT 45 Selecting a 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
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    by sound field playback including surround back channels. This mode can be selected when playing sources recorded in Dolby TrueHD. This mode can be selected when playing sources recorded with Dolby Digital Plus. z1 This can be selected when "Speaker Config." - "S.Back" is not set to "None". z2
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    . • Tone (vpage 78) • MultEQ® (vpage 78) • Dynamic Volume® (vpage 79) • RESTORER (vpage 80) • Dynamic EQ® (vpage 79) NOTE • Video signals are only output when HDMI signals are played in the PURE DIRECT mode. • When in the PURE DIRECT mode, the menu screen is not displayed. Information 47
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    this unit. F Speaker installation/connection (Advanced connection) vpage 49 F Playback (Advanced operation) vpage 58 F Playback in ZONE2 (Separate room) vpage 68 F How to make detailed settings vpage 70 F Operating the connected devices by remote control unit vpage 101 48
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    setup methods for 5.1-channel speakers, see C page 4 "Setup wizard". Use Audyssey® Auto Setup function of this unit to automatically detect the number of connected speakers and perform optimal settings back speaker • Point slightly downwards NOTE It is not possible to use the surround back speakers
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    22˚ - 30˚ z2 90˚ - 110˚ z3 135˚ - 150˚ GSpeaker abbreviationsH FL Front speaker (L) SB Surround back speaker FR Front speaker (R) SBL Surround back speaker (L) C Center speaker SBR Surround back speaker (R) SW Subwoofer SL Surround speaker (L) SR Surround speaker (R) FL SW z2 z1 FR C SL
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    switching the speakers in accordance with the surround mode or input signals. To perform 7.1-channel playback using the surround back speakers, set "Amp Assign" to "NORMAL" in steps 3 and 4 for "Set up "Amp Assign"" (vpage 56). NOTE • For speaker cable connections, see C page 6 "Connecting the
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    , the audio is played back by automatically switching the speakers in accordance with the surround mode or input signals. To perform 7.1-channel playback using the front height speaker, set "Amp Assign" to "F.HEIGHT" in steps 3 and 4 for "Set up "Amp Assign"" (vpage 56). NOTE • For speaker cable
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    50). To perform 6.1-channel playback using the surround back speaker, set "Amp Assign" to "NORMAL" in steps 3 and 4 for "Set up "Amp Assign"" (vpage 56). Also use the "Speaker Config." setting (vpage 83) to set "S.Back" to "1spkr". NOTE • For speaker cable connections, see C page 6 "Connecting the
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    set "Amp Assign" to "Front B" in steps 3 and 4 for "Set up "Amp Assign"" (vpage 56). 2.1-channel connection Connect Advanced version Information SW FL(B) FL(A) FR(A) FR(B) FL SW FR NOTE (B) for 2-channel playback (vpage 85 "Front Sp Setup"). NOTE • For speaker cable connections, see C page
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    with higher-quality sound. In this case, set "Amp Assign" to "Bi-AMP" in steps 3 and 4 for "Set up "Amp Assign"" (vpage 56). For surround playback of a multichannel source, if you connect the center speaker, surround speakers and subwoofers, 5.1-channel playback is available. NOTE • For speaker
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    . Press ZONE SELECT nn Set up the operation mode Press AMP to set the remote control unit to AMPoperation mode. Audyssey Auto Setup MultEQ Preparation Connect the speakers and place then according to the recommendations in the manual. Next [ENTER] Enter [RETURN] Cancel 4 Set up "Amp Assign
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    , go to step 10. Surround Back Select the number of surround back speakers to be used. In this case, go to step 11. • "Surround Back" can be set when "Amp Assign" is set to "NORMAL". NOTE After performing Audyssey® Auto Setup, do not change the speaker connections or subwoofer volume. In event of
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    also goes to standby. • To play the audio of a TV that does not support the ARC function with the unit, connect the TV with an optical digital connection. • To use the pass-through function, connect an HDMI connection device that is compatible with HDMI control. If the HDMI control function does
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    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 to standby even if the connected device is in the standby mode
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    ) the sound all at once from the front (front speaker / front height speaker / center speaker) or rear (surround speaker / surround back speaker). 1 Press ZONE SELECT to switch the zone mode to J (MAIN ZONE). The J indicator lights. 2 Press AMP to set the remote control unit to AMP-operation mode
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    q Input sourcez (vpage 20) w Volume (vpage 21) e Surround mode (vpage 44) r Video Select (vpage 98) t Audyssey Setting (Audyssey MultEQ®, Audyssey Dynamic EQ®, Audyssey Dynamic Volume®) (vpage 78) zz The "NET/USB" source of MAIN ZONE can even memorize the menu screen of each content (Internet Radio
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    iPod touch, iPhone and iPad Remotes Forget All Remotes Reset Sync History ? OK Cancel 4 Choose a song and click play in iTunes. The music will stream to this unit. DENON:[AVR-1912] Cancel • is displayed on the menu screen while AirPlay is being operated. • Source input will be switched to
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    select the desired track. DENON:[AVR-1912] Favorites Internet Radio Media Server [1/3] PARTY ATTENDEE The party mode function can only be used on a combination of DENON devices that are equipped with the party mode function. Canceling the party mode 1 While in the party mode, press PARTY. "Exit
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    track. DENON:[AVR-1912] Favorites Internet Radio Media Server Flickr Napster Pandora Rhapsody [1/7] REMOTE CONTROL Convenient functions The zone management function can only be used on a combination of DENON devices that are equipped with the zone management function. NOTE • The volume of the
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    other devices. • When playback is started from the media controller, this unit's input source automatically switches to "NET/USB". Also, when the "Network Standby" setting (vpage 90) is set to "ON", the power automatically turns on. NOTE When operations related to browsing or playback (play, stop
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    > Video r Network ty Tuner NET/USB o Q0 RELOAD Add To Your Favorite Top Menu SORROUND STEREO < -20.0dB > MOVIE MUSIC GAME ∞ -80 -70 -60 -50 -40 -30 -20 -10 0 10 18 u Note Q1 To use the web control function,set the GUI menu System Setup" - "Network Setup" - "Other" -"Network Standby
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    to the top menu. GExample 3H Net Audio operating screen ZONE CONTROL > QUICK SELECT > CHANNEL LEVEL > NET AUDIO / USB > iPod Dock > iPod Direct > NET AUDIO/USB(MAIN ZONE) Back DENON:[AVR-1912] >Favorites Internet Radio Media Server Flickr Q4 Napster Pandora Rhapsody RELOAD [1Q
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    q NOTE It is not possible to play the digital audio signals input from the HDMI, COAXIAL or OPTICAL connectors in ZONE2. Play using analog connections (in stereo). Playback 1 Press ZONE SELECT to switch the zone mode to K (ZONE2). 2 Press AMP to set the remote control unit to AMP-operation mode
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    to the settings you want to save. q Input source (vpage 68) w Volume (vpage 68) NOTE The settings for each content (Internet Radio, Media Server, iPod, etc.) cannot be memorized for the "NET/USB" source of ZONE2. 2 Press ZONE SELECT to switch the zone mode to K (ZONE2). 3 In the zone mode for which
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    Setup Language Auto Preset Preset Skip Preset Name Input Assign Video Input Mode Rename Source Level Playback Mode Still Picture Description Adjusts surround sound parameters. Adjusts the tonal quality of the sound. Makes Audyssey MultEQ®, Audyssey Dynamic EQ® and Audyssey Dynamic Volume® settings
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    Input Setup Surr.Parameter Tone AudysseySettings Manual EQ w RESTORER Audio Delay q Currently selected setup item w List of currently selected setup subcategory Press i to select "System Setup" and then press p. (Or press ENTER.) System Setup Speaker Setup e HDMI Setup Audio Setup Network
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    . Top menu display Menu display Menu w Audio Adjust Information Setup Wizard System Setup Input Setup Surr.Parameter Tone AudysseySettings Manual EQ RESTORER Audio Delay Display when changing settings Input Assign [1/2] Default BD DVD TV SAT/CBL GAME1 G HDMI H HDMI1 HDMI2 None HDMI3 HDMI4
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    vpage 91), "Zone Rename" (vpage 93), "Quick Sel.Name" (vpage 93) and character input for the network functions. For inputting characters, there are three methods, as shown below. Method for inputting characters Method Operations Using the keyboard screen • Operating with the remote control unit
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    Press ENTER to register the input source name. DENON Using the cursor buttons Inputting characters 1 Display the screen for inputting characters (vpage 70 "Menu map"). 2 Press SEARCH while a keyboard screen is displayed. A 10 Key screen is displayed. 3 Use o p to set the cursor to the character
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    114). NOTE Some setting items cannot be set while playback is stopped. Make the settings during playback. Menu operation 1 Press ZONE SELECT to switch the zone mode to J (MAIN ZONE). The J indicator lights. 2 Press AMP to set the remote control unit to AMP-operation mode. 3 Press MENU. The menu is
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    on the input signal (vpage 114 "Surround modes and surround parameters"). NOTE You cannot set the surround parameters in the PURE DIRECT mode. Setting items Mode Set the play modes for the different surround modes. Setting details nn In the PLgx or PLg mode Cinema : Surround sound mode optimized
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    . NOTE If the setting in "Speaker Config." - "S.Back" (vpage 83) is "None", "S.Back" is not displayed. ON : The subwoofer is used. OFF : The subwoofer is not used. NOTE This can be set when the surround mode is "DIRECT" (vpage 44) and the "Subwoofer Mode" (vpage 84) is "LFE+Main". Yes : Reset to
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    , only illuminates. NOTE • "MultEQ®" and "Manual" cannot be selected when "EQ Customize" is set to "Not Used" (vpage 87). • When using headphones, "MultEQ®" is automatically set to "OFF". "MultEQ®", "Dynamic EQ®" and "Dynamic Volume®" settings are stored for each input source. vSee overleaf
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    loudest and softest sounds. OFF : Do not use "Dynamic Volume®". • is displayed when set to "Midnight", "Evening" or "Day". • If "Dynamic Volume®" is set to "Yes" in Auto Setup (vpage 17), the setting is automatically changed to "Evening". Audio Adjust Manual EQ Default settings are underlined
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    "NET/USB" is "Mode3". All others are set to "OFF". • When set to something other than "OFF", is displayed. • This cannot be set when the surround mode is set to "DIRECT" or "PURE DIRECT". Audio Delay Default settings are underlined. While viewing video, manually adjust the time to delay audio
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    4 • Name / Volume Level / Select Source / Video Select / MultEQ® / Dynamic EQ® / Dynamic Volume® / Auto Surround Mode Analog/PCM 2ch / Auto Surround Mode Digital 2ch / Auto Surround Mode Digital 5.1ch / Auto Surround Mode Multi ch "ZONE2 Quick Select" is displayed when "Amp Assign" is set to "ZONE2
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    Audyssey Dynamic Volume® (vpage 78, 79). • Can be used without changing the settings. Please set if necessary. Menu operation 1 Press ZONE SELECT to switch the zone mode to J (MAIN ZONE). The J indicator lights. 2 Press AMP to set the remote control unit to AMP-operation mode. 3 Press MENU. The menu
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    to select Audyssey MultEQ®, Audyssey Dynamic EQ® and Audyssey Dynamic Volume® (vpage 78, 79). • "System Setup" can be used without changing the settings. Please set if necessary. Setting items Setting details Amp Assign The signal output from the SURR.BACK/AMP ASSIGN speaker terminal of this
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    speaker that has inadequate playback capacity for low frequencies. • None : Select when the front height speakers are not connected. NOTE When "Amp Assign" setting (vpage 83) is "F.HEIGHT", you can make the "F.Height" setting. Subwoofer Mode : Select low range signals to be reproduced by subwoofer
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    Large", "Full Band" is displayed and the setting cannot be made. • If set to "LFE+Main", this setting can be made regardless of the speaker size. Front Sp Setup Set the front speakers to use for every surround mode. NOTE This can be set when "Amp Assign" is set to "Front B" (vpage 83). 2CH DIRECT
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    the TV and HDMI are connected when you perform HDMI control. • If the "HDMI Control" settings have been changed, always reset the power to connected devices after the change. System Setup Setting items Setting details Standby Source Sets the HDMI input source to put into standby when the power
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    Setup Setting items 2ch Direct/Stereo (Continued) Setting details Distance FL / Distance FR : Select the speaker. • 0.0ft - 60.0ft (12.0ft) / 0.00m - 18.00m (3.60m) : Set the distance to the speaker. Auto Surround Make setting for memorizing surround mode setting for each input signal type. Set
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    000.000.000.000 Proxy Exit r q On the menu, select "Network Connect." - [ "Detail" and press ENTER. w Use uio p to set "DHCP" to "OFF", then press ENTER. The DHCP function is disabled. ] Cancel System Setup Setting details e Use uio p or 0 - 9 to input the address and press ENTER. • IP Address
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    menu, select "Network Connect." - [ ] Cancel "Detail" and press ENTER. w Use ui to set "Proxy" and press ENTER. Setting details System Setup Network Input the address When"Name" is selected in step r : Input the domain name • For character input, see page 73. y Use uio p or 0 - 9 to input the
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    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 setting. • Yes : Reset to the defaults. • No : Do not
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    ON or OFF / IP Address / MAC Address Display network information. System Setup ZONE2 Setup Default settings are underlined. Set the audio to play back with multi-zone (ZONE2). "ZONE2 Setup" is displayed when "ZONE2" is selected with "Amp Assign". Setting items Lch Level Adjust the left channel
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    format. 3. Press the main unit's INTERNET RADIO V to complete the setting. NOTE When a format other than the video format of the connected TV is set, the picture will not be displayed properly. Text : Display the details of operation when switching surround mode, input mode, etc. • ON : Turn display
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    NOTE When "Setup Lock" is set to "ON", the settings listed below can no longer be changed. Also, "SETUP LOCKED!" is displayed if you attempt to operate related settings. • Menu operations • Channel Level System Setup Setting items Firmware Update Update the firmware of the receiver. Setting
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    Press the main unit's INTERNET RADIO V to complete the setting. • 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 "Add New Feature
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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. Menu operation 1 Press ZONE SELECT to switch the zone mode to J (MAIN ZONE). The J indicator lights. 2 Press AMP to set the remote control unit to AMP
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    preset name is returned to the default setting. Yes : Reset to the defaults. No : Do not reset to the defaults. When you select "Default" and press ENTER, the "Return settings to the default?" prompt is displayed. Select either "Yes" or "No", and press ENTER. Input Setup Information BD 96
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    to the HDMI connectors. • When "HDMI Control" (vpage 86) is set to "ON", HDMI input connector cannot be assigned to "TV". Digital COAX (coaxial) / OPT (optical) Set this to change the digital None : Do not assign a digital input connector to the selected input source. input connectors assigned
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    then press ENTER. Video Input Setup Default settings are underlined. Set the source video. zz "BD", "TV", "GAME1" or "GAME2" can be set when "HDMI" (vpage 97) or "Component" (vpage 98) has been assigned. Setting items Video Select Video of another input source is played back combined with the
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    connector assignment and the connections. • If "HDMI Control" is set to "ON" and a TV compatible with the ARC is connected via the HDMI MONITOR connectors, the input mode whose input source is "TV" is fixed to ARC. Auto : Detect type of digital input signal and decode and play automatically. PCM
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    Basic version Advanced version nnInput source : "NET/USB" Input Setup Setting items Repeat Make settings for repeat mode. Media Server Napster Rhapsody USB/iPod Random Make random mode settings. Setting details All : All files are played repeatedly (All files in a Folder or an album are played
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    for iPod, Network function and TUNER. NOTE If the mode of the remote control unit is set to other than AMPoperation mode, press AMP to switch the remote control unit to the AMP-operation mode to perform the following operations: • For menu operation by pressing MENU • For setting the channel level
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    another device can be set to DOCK. NOTE The preset code cannot be registered to NET/USB, TUNER or PHONO. 1 Press ZONE SELECT to switch the zone mode to J (MAIN ZONE). The J indicator lights. 2 Press AMP to set the remote control unit to AMPoperation mode. 3 Press MENU. The menu is displayed on the
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    and remote control preset registration are displayed. RemoteSetupGuide Device DVD Brand Code Denon 30490[1/3] 1.Press[INPUT SOURCE]. 2.Press and hold [DEVICE ON(I)] for 3 seconds. 3.Input Code with [0-9]. 4.Press any key to check device. [QUICK1] OK [QUICK2] NG [QUICK3] Return NOTE If
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    with this unit. Use the remote control unit supplied with the device to be used. The menu screen is retrieved. Press AMP then ENTER. Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote control code. Preset codes to change the number and verify correct operation. NOTE Depending on the model and year
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    p ENTER SETUP RETURN B 6 7 1 8 9 3 2 0 - 9, +10 TV Z / X TV INPUT ZONE/DEVICE Z ZONE/DEVICE X Function Switch channels (up/down) Menu Cursor operation Enter Guide Return Manual search (fast-reverse/fast-forward) Playback Auto search (cue) Pause Stop Channel selection TV power on/standby (Default
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    , only the set zone can be operated with the remote control unit. 1 Press and hold ZONE/DEVICE Z for at least 3 seconds. The zone mode indicator flashes twice. 2 Press ZONE SELECT. The zone mode indicator flashes twice. Resetting the remote control unit Settings for the remote control unit are
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    Advanced version Information Information Information Here, we list various information related to this unit. Please refer to this information as needed. F Part names and functions vpage 108 F Other information vpage 113 F Troubleshooting vpage 122 F Specifications vpage 126 F Index vpage 127 107
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    61, 69) t INTERNET RADIO (V) button 29) y PRESET CHANNEL buttons (1 - 3 30) u USB/iPod port 10) i V.AUX INPUT connectors 9) Remove the cap covering the connectors when you want to use them. o SETUP MIC jack 15, 56) Q0 MASTER VOLUME control knob 21) Q1 Master volume indicator Q2 Display 109
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    When "MultEQ®" is "ON" and "Dynamic EQ®" and "Dynamic Volume®" are "OFF". Q0 Surround back indicator This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround back speakers (vpage 83). Q1 Input mode indicators Set the audio input modes for the different input sources (vpage 99). Q2 RESTORER
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    ) t COMPONENT VIDEO connectors 9) y Speaker terminals C 6, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55) u Power cord C 5) i HDMI connectors C 3, 7) o Digital audio connectors 8, 9) Q0 ETHERNET connector 12) Q1 DOCK CONTROL jack 10) NOTE Do not touch the inner pins of the connectors on the rear panel. Electrostatic
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    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 channel buttons (PRESET 1 - 3 30) u AMP button 101) i Channel buttons (CH 26, 27, 30, 102, 104, 105) o Muting button (N 21, 68) Q0 MENU button 75
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    operating it. Approx. 23 ft/7 m 30° 30° e Put the rear cover back on. NOTE • Insert the specified batteries in the remote control unit. • Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unit is operated close to the unit. (The supplied batteries are
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    video 7,272,567 & other U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS and the Symbol are registered note that the use of this accessory with iPod, or iPhone, may affect wireless performance. AirPlay, the AirPlay Dynamic EQ® is a registered trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. Audyssey Dynamic Volume
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    A signal for each channel contained in an input signal is output as audio. z2 If "Surr.Parameter" - "PLgz Height" (vpage 77) is set to "ON", sound is output from the front height speakers. z3 Only when "Subwoofer Mode" is set to "LFE+Main" (vpage 84), sound is output from the subwoofer. z4 If this
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    g/gx Music mode only S.Back (vpage 77) Subwoofer (vpage 77) Panorama (vpage 76) Dimension (vpage 76) C.Width (vpage 76) Sz3 Sz3 NEO:6 Music mode only C.Image (vpage 76) Tone z14 (vpage 78) Audyssey Settingsz19 (vpage 78) MultEQ® (vpage 78) Dynamic EQ® z16 (vpage 79) Dynamic Volume® z17
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    NOTE (With Flag) Input signal types and Back" (vpage 83) is set to "None", this surround mode cannot be selected. z2 If "Speaker Config." - "S.Back" (vpage 83) is set to "1spkr" or "None", this surround mode cannot be selected. z3 This surround mode can be selected when "Amp Assign" (vpage 83) is set
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    "Speaker Config." - "S.Back" (vpage 83) is set to "None", this surround mode cannot be selected. z2 If "Speaker Config." - "S.Back" (vpage 83) is set to "1spkr" or "None", this surround mode cannot be selected. z3 This surround mode can be selected when "Amp Assign" (vpage 83) is set to "NORMAL". z4
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    (HDMI) S (HDMI) A (VIDEO) A (S-VIDEO) S ( ) Superimposed on the picture indicated in ( ). A ( ) Only the picture in ( ) is output. The main zone video conversion function is compatible with the following formats: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-N, PAL-M and PAL-60. NOTE • If you operate the menu
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    via the network. App Store App Store is a site that sells application software for such devices as the iPhone or iPod touch, and is operated by Apple Inc. Audyssey Dynamic EQ® Dynamic EQ® solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception
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    the unit enters standby mode when an abnormality occurs. S Sampling frequency Sampling involves taking a reading of a sound wave (analog signal free online content server for Internet radio. Note that usage fees are included in upgrade costs. For inquiries about this service, visit the vTuner site
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    download a license for Secure Content from the Internet or from a PC. Microsoft may, in conjunction with such license, also download revocation list onto your device on behalf of Secure Content Owners file may not work properly. Explanation of ZONE) (ZONE2 playback). The room for ZONE2
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    the DENON service adviser. • Reset the microprocessor. Page C 5 120 93 - - C 6, 51 C 6 - 125 GHDMIH Symptom Cause/Solution No audio is output with HDMI connection. • Check the connection of the HDMI connectors. • When outputting HDMI audio from the speakers, set "HDMI Audio Out" on the menu to
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    mode. • Set "Decode Mode" on the menu to "Auto" or "DTS". 83 83 77 44 77 83 84 C 6, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55 - 83 83, 84 99 • Make HDMI connections. 7 Symptom Cause/Solution Dolby PLg mode or DTS NEO:6 mode cannot be selected. Audyssey MultEQ®, Audyssey Dynamic EQ® and Audyssey Dynamic Volume
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    or network is 12 be played. disconnected. Check the connection status. • Program is being broadcast in non-compatible format. Only 28 Internet radio programs in MP3 and WMA can be played on this unit. • The router's firewall is activated. Check the router's firewall - settings. • Radio
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    to the same network as this unit. • iTunes or the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad do not have firmware that supports AirPlay installed. Update to the latest firmware. No sound. • The volume in iTunes or on the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad is set to the minimum setting. Adjust the volume to the optimum level
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    - 0, -3 dB nn Tuner section Receiving Range: Usable Sensitivity: 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: S/N (IHF-A): Total harmonic Distortion (at 1 kHz): nn General Power supply: Power consumption: nn Remote control unit (RC-1156) Batteries: Maximum external dimensions: Weight: [FM] (Note: μV at 75 Ω, 0 dBf
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    , 35 Network Setup 19, 88 Napster Account 91 Network Connect 88 Network Info 91 Other 90 Rhapsody Account 91 vvO Option Setup 92 Add New Feature 93 Dimmer 93 Firmware Update 93 GUI 92 Quick Sel.Name 93 Remote Setup Guide 93 Setup Lock 93 Source Delete 92 Volume Control 92 Zone Rename
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    panel 110 Reference Offset 79 Remote control setting 14, 56 Remote control unit 101, 111 Inserting the batteries 112 Operating AV devices 101 Operating devices 104 Registering Preset Codes 102 Remote mode 22, 24 Remote Setup Guide 93 Rename 99 Repeat 99, 100 Resetting the microprocessor
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    129 17 1/8 (435.0) Weight : 22 lbs 7.8 oz (10.2 kg) 19/32 (15.0) 5 25/32 (147.0) 6 3/8 (162.0) 27/32 (21.5) Information Advanced version 13 21/64 (338.5) 15 3/64 (382.0) 55/64 (22.0) Basic version Dimensions Unit : in. (mm)
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