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A/V Receiver

AVR-1506

DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 and Dolby Digital EX with Power Amps for 7 Channels
High-Quality Surround Sound Reproduction High Resolution 32bit Floating Point DSP 96 kHz Processing Circuit 3 Sets of Component Video Inputs 3 Sets of S-Video Switching Fully Discrete, Equal Power 7 Amplifier Channels, 75 Watts Each Front 75 W + 75 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08 % THD) Center 75 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08 % THD) Surround 75 W + 75 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08 % THD) Surround Back 75 W + 75 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08 % THD) For optimum Dolby Digital and DTS reproduction, the AVR-1506 features high quality, wideband audio amplification, providing 75 watts power output for each of the 7 main channels. A large capacity power supply includes a high current power transformer along with discrete power output devices on all 7 amplifier channels for highest dynamic range and superb reproduction clarity. DENON's Basic Design for High-Quality Sound Reproduction Power Transformer for High Power Driven The chassis that supports the large transformer has been designed to absorb vibration, and the transformer is housed inside a highly rigid frame to secure it more solidly to the chassis. In addition, a cushioning material has been placed around the core of the transformer to minimize interference on the signal and enable more faithful reproduction of the original sound. The AVR-1506 inherits these low-noise design from higher-end models not to mention the use of short ring. Twin Drive Rectifier DENON's Twin Drive Rectifier design uses two rectifying diodes in parallel to bring out the maximum potential of the large transformer. Since the rectifiers recharge the large block capacitors at low impedance, they are able to supply ample current to reproduce deep basses as well as sudden bursts of sound from percussion or other musical instruments.
Wide-Range Play Capability for DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD The power amp circuits of the AVR-1506 have been meticulously designed to reproduce the exceptionally high sound quality with wide frequency response from 10 Hz to 100 kHz. Dual Channel Surround Back Power Amp for 7.1 Surround The AVR-1506 is equipped with a total of 7 power amps including 2 for the Surround Back channel speaker to give you more clearly defined sound localization at the rear for 6.1-channel surround sources such as DTS-ES Discrete 6.1, DTS-ES Matrix 6.1, Dolby Digital EX, and DTS-ES NEO:6. Cinema Equalizer The sound from movie sources recorded in Dolby Digital, DTS or other formats emphasizes high-frequency range due to a theaters front speakers being placed behind the movie screen. If this sound is reproduced in the home theater without correction, the high-frequency range is too strong. The AVR-1506 features a Cinema Equalizer to correct these high-frequency components so that the sound is clearer and easier to listen to. (For Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital EX and DTS surround modes) Assignable surround back (L/R) amplifiers for Multi-zone playback Amplifiers initially reserved for Surround back (L/R) channels can be assigned to Zone 2 speakers. Personal Memory Plus, for Easy Operation The AVR-1506 includes the Personal Memory Plus function that automatically remembers the surround mode you last used for each program source, so that you do not need to select the mode again for that program. Acclaimed Customization Feature As with all of DENONs high-grade A/V receiver, the AVR-1506 lets you adjust parameters so that you can customize the performance of the AVR-1506 to suit your own home theater and enhance operating ease. The adjustments are easy to make via a dialog format on the fluorescent display on the front panel. These customized features are then stored, for each source input and surround mode, in Personal Memory Plus so constant readjustments are not required. Multi-Function Preset Memory Remote Controller with Glo-keys DENON's Latest Surround Technology Faithfully Recreates the Surround Sound Produced at the Dubbing Stage. DTS 96/24 Decoding for DVD-Video DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 and Matrix 6.1 DTS NEO:6 Dolby Digital EX Dolby Pro Logic IIx
Large Aluminum Extruded Heatsink DENON uses large heatsink made of extruded aluminum. They have been placed in a design that ensures mostly uniform temperatures throughout the heatsink so that the output transistors for all channels can be driven under uniform conditions. This in turn ensures that all channels respond with equal performance to the demands of the audio signals.

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5 Channel/ 7 Channel Stereo Mode DENON's popular 7 Channel Stereo mode transforms your favorite 2-channel sources such as CD, tape, stereo radio and stereo video sources into exciting surround sound, free of delay effects and unnatural artifacts, from all 7 speakers. This 7 Channel Stereo mode was originally developed by DENON to enhance music lovers' enjoyment with home theater ambience. DENON DSP Surround Modes Add Listening Excitement Put yourself in the middle of your favorite concert hall and music environments with DENON's DSP acoustic environment simulation modes. These DSP modes add spacious surround sound enhancements to your favorite music and video sources, and include these distinctly different sounding effects: 1. 5 / 7 Channel Stereo 2. Virtual Surround 3. Rock Arena 4. Jazz Club 5. Video Game 6. Matrix 7. Mono Movie Adjustable Cross-Over Switching The AVR-1506 supports subwoofer cross-over switching with a choice of 8 crossover frequencies: 40/60/80/100/120/150/200/250Hz. This lets you more accurately match the performance characteristics of the subwoofer to the main speaker system. Component video circuits which maintain flat response up to 30 MHz, ensuring sharp image quality Other features Night Mode for not disturbing others Front Panel Inputs Front A/B Speaker Terminals High-grade Speaker Terminals (All ch) Remote In/Out Ports Frequency Synthesis Tuning 56-Station AM/FM Random Preset Memory Tuning Auto Preset Memory
Input/Output Terminals For Every A/V System Audio Inputs 8 Analog Inputs CD, (TUNER), DVD/VDP, TV/DBS, AUX, VCR, CDR/TAPE, V.AUX(FRONT) 6 Analog EXT. Input FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R, SUBWOOFER 4 Digital Input OPTICAL X 1 COAXIAL X 2 Audio Outputs 1 Analog PRE OUT Terminals SUBWOOFER 2 Analog REC OUT Terminals VCR, CDR/TAPE Video Inputs 4 Composite Inputs DVD/VDP, TV/DBS, VCR, V.AUX(FRONT) 3 S-Video Inputs DVD/VDP, TV/DBS, VCR 3 Component Inputs DVD/VDP, TV/DBS, VCR Video Outputs 2 Composite Outputs VCR, MONITOR 2 S-Video Outputs VCR, MONITOR 1 Component Output MONITOR
Specifications Power Amplifier Section Rated output *THD figures are power amp stage values. Front 75 W + 75 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08 % THD) 110 W + 110 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7 % THD) Center 75 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08 % THD) 110 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7 % THD) Surround 75 W + 75 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08 % THD) 110 W + 110 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7 % THD) Surround Back 75 W + 75 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.08 % THD) 110 W + 110 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7 % THD) Preamplifier Section Input sensitivity/Impedance CD, DVD/VDP, TV/DBS, VCR, CDR/TAPE, AUX V.AUX(FRONT) 200 mV/47 kohms Output level/Load impedance SUBWOOFER 1.2 V/10 kohms CDR/TAPE, VCR 200 mV/47 kohms Frequency response 10 Hz - 100 kHz (+1, -3 dB) (Tone Defeat On) Signal-to-noise ratio 98 dB (IHF-A weighted) (Tone Defeat On) Tone control Treble: 12 dB at 10 kHz Bass: 12 dB at 100 Hz FM Section Tuning frequency range 87.5 - 107.9 MHz Usable sensitivity 1.0 V (11.2 dBf) AM Section Tuning frequency range 520 - 1710 kHz Usable sensitivity 18 V General Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption 4.5 A Dimensions 17-3/32 (W) x 5-25/32 (H) x 16-9/64(D) 434 (W) x 147 (H) x 417 (D) mm Weight 11.3 kg, 24 lbs 15 oz

*Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. *Dolby, Dolby Digital, Pro Logic II, Dolby Digital EX and the double-D device are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. *DTS is registered trademarks of DTS Technology.
Denon Electronics (USA), LLC. 19C Chapin Road, Suite 205 Pine Brook, N.J. 07058-9385 USA TEL: 973-396-0810 www.usa.denon.com Denon Canada Inc. 505 Apple Creek Blvd, Unit 5, Markham, Ontario, Canada L3R 5B1 TEL: 905-475-4085 www.denon.ca
Denon Brand Company Kayabacho Tower 14F 1-21-2 Shinkawa, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0033, Japan www.denon.com
16421005 A Printed in Japan

3. NOTE

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT
NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
13. Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. 15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A. 16. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. 17. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 18. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 19. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 20. Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 21. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation, e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service. 22. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 23. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. 24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 25. Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

2 Connections

When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. Subwoofer
To achieve Dolby Digital playback effect, use a unit that can sufficiently reproduce frequencies of under 80 Hz.

Center speaker

2. Insert the cable.
(L) > < > < >

(R) <

3. Tighten by turning clockwise.
Connection terminal for a subwoofer with built-in amplifier.
Connecting banana plugs Banana plug

2 Speaker impedance

When speaker systems A and B are used separately, speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 /ohms can be connected for use as front speakers. Be careful when using two pairs of front speakers (A + B) at the same time, since speakers with an impedance of 12 to 16 /ohms in this case must be used. Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 /ohms can be connected for use as center and surround and surround back speakers. The protector circuit may be activated if the unit is operated for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the specified impedance are connected.
Turn clockwise to tighten, then insert the banana plug.

Protector circuit

This unit is equipped with a high-speed protection circuit. The purpose of this circuit is to protect the speakers under circumstances such as when the output of the power amplifier is inadvertently short-circuited and a large current flows, when the temperature surrounding the unit becomes unusually high, or when the unit is used at high output over a long period which results in an extreme temperature rise. When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off and the power supply indicator flashes. Should this occur, please follow these steps: be sure to switch off the power of this unit, check whether there are any faults with the wiring of the speaker cables or input cables, and wait for the unit to cool down if it is very hot. Improve the ventilation condition around the unit and switch the power back on. If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around the unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON service center.

(L) < > >

(R) < <

(L) > >

(R) < >

(L) < >

Note on speaker impedance
The protector circuit may be activated if the unit is operated for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the specified impedance (for example speakers with an impedance of less than 4 /ohms) are connected. If the protector circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off. Turn off the units power, wait for the unit to cool down, improve the ventilation around the unit, then turn the power back on.

Connecting a CD player Connecting a video camera or video game
To connect the digital audio output from the CD player, you can choose either coaxial or optical connection. If you choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 16).
Video camera / Video game CD player

COAXIAL OUT

Connecting a VCR
If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital source, such as a DVD recorder to an analog recorder such as a cassette deck, you will need to connect the analog inputs and outputs as shown below, in addition to the digital audio connections. Precaution when using S-terminals This units S-terminals (input and output) and video pin terminals (input and output) have independent circuit structures, so that video signals input from the S-terminals are only output from the S-terminal outputs and video signals input from the pin terminals are only output from the pin terminal outputs. When connecting this unit with equipment that is equipped with S-terminals, keep the above point in mind and make connections according to the equipments instruction manuals. The signals input to the color difference (component) video terminals are not output from the VIDEO output terminal (yellow) or the S-Video output terminal.

Video deck

Connecting a tape deck, CD recorder or MD recorder
Tape deck / CD recorder / MD recorder

AUDIO OUT L R AUDIO IN

If humming noise is generated, move the tape deck further away from the source of such noise.
Connecting the antenna terminals
An FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly to the unit. Direction of broadcasting station FM antenna
AM loop antenna (Supplied)

AUDIO IN L R AUDIO OUT

75 /ohm COAXIAL cable
Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installers attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. NOTE: Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously. Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not disconnect the AM loop antenna. Make sure the AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of the panel.

Setting the Delay Time

Input the distance between the listening position and each speaker to set the delay time for the surround playback. Preparations: Measure the distances between the listening position and the speakers. FL Center FR
When Small has been selected for the surround speakers, Large cannot be selected for the surround back speakers.
Subwoofer Listening position SL SBL SBR SR
Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the number of speakers to be used for the surround back channel, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the subwoofer setting.
*S.Back 2sp> 2sp> <1sp
Press the CURSOR F or G button to select your subwoofer setting, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to enter the settings and switch to the Delay Time setting.

*Subwoofer Yes Yes No

Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the distance from the front L speaker to the listening position, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the front R speaker setting.

*Front L 12ft

Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the distance from the front R speaker to the listening position, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the center speaker setting. Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the distance from the center speaker to the listening position, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the surround L speakers setting. Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the distance from the surround L speakers to the listening position, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the surround R speaker setting.
Select Large or Small not according to the actual size of the speaker but according to the speakers capacity for playing low frequency (bass sound below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency) signals. If you are unsure, try comparing the sound at both settings (setting the volume to a level low enough so as not to damage the speakers) to determine the proper setting.
Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the distance from the surround R speakers to the listening position, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the surround back L speaker setting. Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the distance from the surround back L speakers to the listening position, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the surround back R speaker setting. Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the distance from the surround back R speakers to the listening position, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the subwoofer setting. Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the distance from the subwoofer to the listening position, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to enter the setting and switch to the Subwoofer Mode setting.
Setting the Subwoofer Mode and Crossover Frequency
Set the subwoofer mode and crossover frequency mode according to the speaker system being used.

Setting the Test Tone

Use this setting to adjust to that the playback level between the different channel is equal. From the listening position, listen to the test tones produced from the speakers to adjust the level. The level can also be adjusted directly from the remote control unit.
Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the center channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the front R channel level (manual mode). Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the front R channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the surround R channel level (manual mode). Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the surround R channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the surround back R channel level (manual mode). Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the surround back R channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the surround back L channel level (manual mode). Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the surround back L channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the surround L channel level (manual mode). Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the surround L channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the subwoofer channel level (manual mode). Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the subwoofer channel level, then press the ENTER button to finish the test tone. Press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch the Digital In Assignment (COAXIAL) setting.
the CURSOR F button to switch the test tone mode. Press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the digital input (COAXIAL) setting.

Press

When adjusting the level of an active subwoofer system, you may also need to adjust the subwoofers own volume control. When you adjust the channel levels while in the system setup channel level mode, the channel level adjustments made will affect all surround modes. Consider this mode a master channel level adjustment mode. After you have completed the system setup channel level adjustments, you can then activate the individual surround modes and adjust channel levels that will be remembered for each of those modes. Then, whenever you activate a particular surround sound mode, your preferred channel level adjustments for just that mode will be recalled. Check the instructions for adjusting channel levels within each surround mode ( page 29).
2 Adjusting the test tone
Before playing with the surround function, be sure to use the test tones to adjust the playback level from the different speakers. This adjustment can be performed with the system setup or from the remote control unit, as described below. Adjusting with the remote control unit using the test tones is only possible in the Auto mode and only effective in the STANDARD (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND) modes. The adjusted levels for the different modes are automatically stored in the memory.

The volume can be adjusted within the range of 70 to 0 to 18 dB, in steps of 1 dB. However, when the channel level is set as described ( page 29), if the volume for any channel is set at +1 dB or greater, the volume cannot be adjusted up to 18 dB. (In this case the maximum volume is adjusted to 18 dB (Maximum value of channel level).)
Basic Operation Basic Operation
INPUT MODE ANALOG DIMMER STATUS

Input mode

The AVR-1506 has an AUTO signal detection mode that automatically identifies the type of incoming audio signals, but is also equipped with a manual mode that can be switched according to the type of input audio signals.
DIRECT STATUS VIDEO SELECT INPUT MODE
STEREO DIMMER SPEAKER ANALOG
2 Selecting the AUTO, PCM and DTS modes Press the INPUT MODE button.
The mode switches as shown below each time the INPUT MODE button is pressed:

AUTO PCM DTS

DIRECT/STEREO PHONES SPEAKER VIDEO SELECT MASTER VOLUME
Listening over headphones Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack.
The speaker output is automatically turned off when headphones are connected. NOTE: To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using headphones.
Selecting the front speakers Press the SPEAKER A or B button to turn the corresponding speaker pair on.
The front speaker A, B setting can be also be changed with the SPEAKER button on the remote control unit. AUTO (auto mode): In this mode, the types of signals being input to the digital and analog input terminals for the selected input source are detected and the program in the AVR-1506s surround decoder is selected automatically upon playback. This mode can be selected for all input sources other than TUNER. The presence or absence of digital signals is detected, the signals input to the digital input terminals are identified and decoding and playback are performed automatically with the DTS, Dolby Digital or PCM (2 channel stereo) format. If no digital signal is being input, the analog input terminals are selected. Use this mode to play Dolby Digital signals. PCM (exclusive PCM signal playback mode): Decoding and playback are only performed when PCM signals are being input. Note that noise may be generated when using this mode to play signals other than PCM signals. DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback mode): Decoding and playback are only performed when DTS signals are being input.

For operating instructions, refer to the manuals of the respective components.

CINEMA EQ OFF ON OFF

Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to select the surround parameter mode.
Basic Operation PANORAMA setting Basic Operation

ON OFF

Press the ENTER button to finish the surround parameter mode.

PANORAMA OFF

DIMENSION setting
When making parameter settings, the display will return to the regular condition several seconds after the last button was pressed and the setting will be completed.

DIMENSION 3 6

2 Surround parameters q
Pro Logic IIx and Pro Logic II Mode: The Cinema mode is for use with stereo television shows and all programs encoded in Dolby Surround. The Music mode is recommended for stereo music and surround-encoded stereo music sources. The Pro Logic mode offers the same robust surround processing as original Pro Logic in case the source content is not of optimum quality. The Game mode is for playing games. The game mode can only be used with 2-channel audio sources. Select one of the modes (Cinema, Music, Pro Logic or Game). Panorama Control: This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting wraparound effect with side wall imaging. Select OFF or ON. Dimension Control: This control gradually adjusts the soundfield either towards the front or towards the rear. The control can be set in 7 steps from 0 to 6. Center Width Control: This control adjusts the center image so it may be heard only from the center speaker; only from the left/right speakers as a phantom image; or from all three front speakers to varying degrees. The control can be set in 8 steps from 0 to 7.

CENTER WIDTH setting

CENTER WIDTH 4 7

TONE DEFEAT setting

TONE DEF. ON ON OFF
SURROUND BACK SPEAKER setting

SB : ON ON OFF

D. COMP. setting
D.COMP. OFF OFF LOW MID HIGH
This parameter is displayed during DOLBY DIGITAL playback. DEFAULT setting

DEFAULT YES

Y/N Y/N NO
Select YES to reset to the factory defaults.

INPUT MODE SELECT

CINEMA EQ setting:

INPUT SELECTOR

CENTER IMAGE setting
STANDARD SURROUND PARAMETER INPUT SELECTOR

CURSOR F

SURROUND PARAMETER CURSOR G SURROUND BACK

C.IMAGE 0.0

0.3 0.3 1.0

TONE DEF. ON

DTS NEO:6 mode
Press the STANDARD button to select the DTS NEO:6 mode.
The mode switches as shown below each time the button is pressed. When the Cinema mode:
MODE MUSIC CENTER IMAGE TONE DEFEAT

MODE cinema

MODE cinema MODE music
Select YES to reset to the factory defaults. When the surround parameters are set using the buttons on the main unit, stop operating the buttons after completing the settings. The settings are automatically finalized and the normal display reappears after several seconds.

Set the MODE 1 switch to VIDEO.
Set the MODE 2 switch to the component to be registered (DBS/CABLE or TV).
Press the ZONE2 OFF and MAIN ON buttons at the same time.
For CD, CDR, MD and TAPE components, the buttons can be operated in the same way as for DENON audio components ( page 31). A TV can be operated when the switch is at the DVD/VDP, VCR, TV position.
Input the number of the component you want to set.
CD TAPE CDR/MD DVD/VDP VCR No setting No. 5 0
Multi zone music entertainment system
ZONE2 speaker out can be used when ZONE2 is selected at Power Amp Assignment. In this case, surround back speaker out cannot be used for MAIN ZONE. When a sold separately room-to-room remote control unit (DENON RC-616, 617 or 618) is wired and connected between the MAIN ZONE and ZONE2, the remote-controllable devices in the MAIN ZONE can be controlled from ZONE2 using the remote control unit.

ZONE2 ON

For instructions on installation and operation of separately sold devices, refer to the devices operating instructions.
CHANNEL MODE 1 MODE 2 VOLUME
2 When using the SURR.BACK/ZONE2 amplifier as the ZONE2
To use the ZONE2, turn on the ZONE2 button. The output of the ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT terminals can be adjusted with the remote control units ZONE2 VOLUME button. The input source selected with the INPUT SELECTOR knob is output for the ZONE2 speaker output. [System configuration and connections example] Using this units internal amplifier as the ZONE2.
MAIN ZONE 5.1-channel systems
Remote control unit operations during multi-source playback (selecting the source)
This is only possible when the main unit in the ZONE2 mode ( page 16).

Monitor

FL C DVD player

RC-617

Set the MODE 1 switch to the AUDIO.
This unit SW Input ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT
Set the MODE 2 switch to the ZONE2.
SL RC-616 SR SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-1000 PROGRAMMABLE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
Press the ZONE2 ON button.
To cancel the ZONE2 mode: Press the ZONE2 OFF button.
: ROOM-TO-ROOM REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM (separately sold) control line : SPEAKER cable Refer to Connections ( page 11).
The output level of the ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT terminals can be controlled pressing the VOLUME button on the remote control unit.
Default setting (ZONE2 VOLUME LEVEL): dB (MINIMUM)
When the input source is set to TUNER, the preset channel can be selected pressing the CHANNEL button on the remote control unit.

Last function memory

This unit is equipped with a last function memory which stores the input and output setting conditions as they were immediately before the power is switched off. This function eliminates the need to perform complicated resettings when the power is switched on. The unit is also equipped with a back-up memory. This function provides approximately one week of memory storage when the main units POWER switch is off and the power supply cord disconnected.

FL SW C FR

Surround back speakers
Other types of audio: These signals are designed to recreate a 360 sound field using three to five speakers. A 6.1-channel system is a conventional 5.1-channel system to which the surround back (SB) channel has been added. This makes it easy to achieve sound positioned directly behind the listener, something that was previously difficult with sources designed for conventional multi surround speakers. In addition, the acoustic image extending between the sides and the rear is narrowed, thus greatly improving the expression of the surround signals for sounds moving from the sides to the back and from the front to the point directly behind the listening position.
Change of positioning and acoustic image with 5.1-channel systems
2 Types of multi-channel signals
Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, DTS, high definition 3-1 signals (Japan MUSE Hi-Vision audio), DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD, MPEG multi-channel audio, etc. Source here does not refer to the type of signal (format) but the recorded content. Sources can be divided into two major categories.

2 Types of sources

Movie audio: Signals created to be played in movie theaters. In general sound is recorded to be played in movie theaters equipped with multiple surround speakers, regardless of the format (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.).
Movie theater sound field
In this case the speakers should surround the listener from all sides to create a uniform sound field from 360. Ideally the surround speakers should function as point sound sources in the same way as the front speakers. These two types of sources thus have different properties, and different speaker settings, particularly for the surround speakers, are required in order to achieve the ideal sound.
Listening room sound field
Movement of acoustic image from SR to SL Change of positioning and acoustic image with 6.1-channel systems

SB SL ch SR ch

Multiple surround speakers (For 6.1-channel system)
In this case it is important to achieve the same sense of expansion as in a movie theater with the surround channels. To do so, in some cases the number of surround speakers is increased (to four or eight) or speakers with bipolar or dipolar properties are used. SL : Surround L channel SR : Surround R channel SB : Surround back channel (1 speaker or 2 speakers)
Movement of acoustic image from SR to SB to SL
Additional Information With this set, speaker(s) for 1 or 2 channels are required to achieve a 6.1-channel system (DTS-ES, etc.). Adding these speakers, however, increases the surround effect not only with sources recorded in 6.1 channels but also with conventional 2- to 5.1-channel sources. Furthermore, all the DENON original surround modes ( page 26) are compatible with 7.1-channel playback, so you can enjoy 7.1-channel sound with any signal source.

L, R, C, SL, SR, SW

w Dolby Pro Logic II
Dolby Pro Logic II is a new multi-channel playback format developed by Dolby Laboratories using feedback logic steering technology and offering improvements over conventional Dolby Pro Logic circuits. Dolby Pro Logic II can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Surround ( ) but also regular stereo sources into five channels (front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right) to achieve surround sound.

Audio processing

Digital discrete processing Dolby Digital encoding / decoding
Analog matrix processing Dolby Surround
High frequency playback limit of surround channel

20 kHz

Additional Information Whereas with conventional Dolby Pro Logic the surround channel playback frequency band was limited, Dolby Pro Logic II offers a wider band range (20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater). In addition, the surround channels were monaural (the surround left and right channels were the same) with previous Dolby Pro Logic, but with Dolby Pro Logic II they are played as stereo signals. Various parameters can be set according to the type of source and the contents, so it is possible to achieve optimum decoding ( page 43). Additional Information

[2] DTS Digital Surround

Digital Theater Surround (also called simply DTS) is a multichannel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems. DTS offers the same 5.1 playback channels as Dolby Digital (front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right) as well as the stereo 2-channel mode. The signals for the different channels are fully independent, eliminating the risk of deterioration of sound quality due to interference between signals, crosstalk, etc. DTS features a relatively higher bit rate as compared to Dolby Digital (1234 kbps for CDs and LDs, 1536 kbps for DVDs) so it operates with a relatively low compression rate. Because of this the amount of data is great, and when DTS playback is used in movie theaters, a separate CD-ROM synchronized with the film is played. With LDs and DVDs, there is of course no need for an extra disc; the pictures and sound can be recorded simultaneously on the same disc, so the discs can be handled in the same way as discs with other formats. There are also music CDs recorded in DTS. These CDs include 5.1-channel surround signals (compared to two channels on current CDs). They do not include picture data, but they offer surround playback on CD players that are equipped with digital outputs (PCM type digital output required). DTS surround track playback offers the same intricate, grand sound as in a movie theater, right in your own listening room.
Dolby Digital output terminals
Playback method (reference page) Set the input mode to AUTO or DTS ( page 19, 20). Never set the mode to ANALOG or PCM. 1 Set the input mode to AUTO or DTS ( page 19, 20). Never set the mode to ANALOG or PCM. 1 Set the input mode to AUTO or DTS ( page 19, 20).

Surround modes and parameters
Signals and adjustability in the different modes Channel output Mode FRONT L/R DIRECT STEREO EXTERNAL INPUT DOLBY PRO LOGIC II DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx DTS NEO:6 DOLBY DIGITAL DTS SURROUND 5CH/7CH STEREO ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB VIDEO GAME MONO MOVIE MATRIX VIRTUAL C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C CENTER E E B B B B B B B B B B B B E SURROUND L/R E E B B B B B B B B B B B B E SURROUND BACK L/R E E E B B B B B B B B B B B E SUBWOOFER B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B When playing Dolby Digital signals C C E C* C* C* C E C C C C C C C When playing DTS signals C C E C* C* C* E C C C C C C C C When playing PCM signals C C E C C C E E C C C C C C C When playing ANALOG signals C C C C C C E E C C C C C C C D. COMP. C (OFF) C (OFF) E C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C : Able E : Unable LFE C (0 dB) C (0 dB) E C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) When playing Dolby Digital and DTS signals
C : Signal / Adjustable E : No signal B : Turned on or off by speaker configuration setting
C : Able E : Unable * : Only for 2 ch contents
Mode SB CH OUT (MODE) DIRECT STEREO EXTERNAL INPUT DOLBY PRO LOGIC II DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx DTS NEO:6 DOLBY DIGITAL DTS SURROUND 5CH/7CH STEREO ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB VIDEO GAME MONO MOVIE MATRIX VIRTUAL E E E C C C C C C C C C C C E TONE CONTROL E C (0 dB) E C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) E CINEMA EQ. E E E C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) E E E E E E E MODE E E E C C C E E E E E E E E E ROOM SIZE E E E E E E E E E C (Medium) C (Medium) C (Medium) C (Medium) E E
Signals and adjustability in the different modes Surround parameter PRO LOGIC II / IIx only EFFECT LEVEL E E E E E E E E E C (10) C (10) C (10) C (10) E E DELAY TIME E E E E E E E E E E E E E C (30 msec) E SUBWOOFER PANORAMA DIMENSION ON/OFF C (OFF) E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E E C (OFF) C (OFF) E E E E E E E E E E E E E C (3) C (3) E E E E E E E E E E CENTER WIDTH E E E C (3) C (3) E E E E E E E E E E
NEO:6 MUSIC CENTER IMAGE E E E E E C (0.3) E E E E E E E E E
EXT. IN SW ATT E E C E E E E E E E E E E E E
C : Adjustable E : Not adjustable

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