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AVR-1909

AV Surround Receiver
A/V Surround Receiver featuring Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and 1080p HD Video that enhances your level of entertainment enjoyment.
The AVR-1909 monitors the structural elements of sound sources and uses Audyssey Dynamic Volume to adjust volume without sacrificing dynamic range. This A/V receiver masterfully controls a variety of media for optimum playback of high-quality audio and video content.

Features New Features

Dolby TrueHD and dts-HD Master Audio decoders Audyssey Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ 3 HDMI inputs (Audio and Video) Sirius and XM Satellite Radio ready State-of-the-art Denon Solutions for Maximizing Content Quality
- Reproduce as perfect as a content producer intend to express (Denon Circuitry and Construction for Hi-Fi Sound Quality / Compressed Audio Restorer) - Easy to use (QUICK SELECT / Audyssey DYNAMIC EQ + DYNAMIC VOLUME) - Connectivity (HDMI / Dock control terminal (Network ready)

High quality Video

Discrete devices for ultimate HD video performance in each block Denons High Picture Quality Circuitry, to enhance enjoyment of existing DVDs
- Faroudja DCDi Video Processing
Analog video to HDMI scaling up to 1080p 1080p video pass through
Connectivity & Future-ready Expandability Digital Media Connectivity
Optional Network Streaming iPod Dock (ASD-3N - wired, ASD-3W - wireless) Optional iPod Audio/Photo and Video Playback Dock (ASD-1R) Optional iPod/iPhone Audio/Photo and Video Playback Dock (ASD-11R)

High quality Sound

Identical quality and power for all 7 channels, 90W x 7ch Discrete devices for ultimate performance in each block New 32-bit floating point high precision DSP Minimum signal path design Direct Mechanical Ground for stable drive Dual power transformers Denon customized block capacitors Compressed Audio Restorer

Multi-Zone Capability

2 source / 2 zone capability

Ease-of-Use

Audyssey Dynamic Volume and Dynamic EQ Audyssey MultEQ Auto setup and Room EQ
State-of-the-art Denon Solutions for Maximizing Content Quality
Robust power source for each block, for stable supply of current
To produce a clear, stable power circuit that prevents unwanted noise from affecting the sound, the AVR-1909 has a dedicated CPU transformer that are separate from the audio and video circuitry. The AVR-1909 is endowed with a powerful rectifier circuit with 12,000F block capacitors and a bridge diode of 8A capacity, surpassing typical models in this price range, to supply stable current with negligible noise.
Connectivity & Future-ready Expandability
Includes dedicated zone remote control unit Power amplifier assign for zone 2 Remote in/out 2way remote ready (optional: DENON RC-7000CI/RC-7001RCI)
2-line fluorescent display on front panel
Current status, such as the input source or audio format, is displayed in two lines. It is also possible to check the name of the album or music track of the memory audio or other items without viewing the TV screen. The 2-line display also makes it possible to easily change settings without the OSD (On-Screen Display) on TV monitor.
Audyssey Dynamic Volume, for real-time volume adjustment
Large changes in volume sometimes occur between documentaries where the sound is mainly narrative and movies which often contain loud sound effects. Viewers often raise the volume for documentaries to hear the narrative more easily but then turn it down again when a commercial with loud sound effects comes on. They do this numerous times during a program of this type. Audyssey Dynamic Volume constantly monitors the sound sources and adjusts the volume to the optimum level for the particular source being heard without
Three Quick Select Buttons Auto setup, auto surround, auto signal detection Auto Surround Back Channels on for auto-detection of supporting sources Auto Surround mode Audio Delay function (max. 6 frames or 200 msec) Night Mode for neighbor friendly listening Muting level settings (Full/-40dB/-20dB) Audio Level Memory, capable of correcting different signal levels for each input device Volume Level Limiter, for setting maximum volume levels Power-ON Volume Level Memory Variable subwoofer crossover switching

Minimum Signal Path

The "simple and straight" design concept has been thoroughly implemented in the signal paths to contribute to immaculately clean audio and video playback. Signal paths are as short as possible to keep signal degradation in the audio and video circuitry to an absolute minimum.

Direct Mechanical Ground

Vibration-resistant construction has been reviewed to thoroughly suppress the adverse influences of vibration on sound quality. The power transformers, a source of vibration, have been securely mounted on the highly rigid bottom chassis. Direct mounting of cast-iron feet to the radiator in near proximity to each other serves to suppress mutual vibration with the power transformers and other sources of vibration.
sacrificing dynamic range. The AVR-1909 is also equipped with Audyssey MultEQ which measures the acoustic characteristics of the room to obtain the optimum acoustic effects, and Dynamic EQ which reproduces the high and low range with the optimum acoustic effect during low volume levels. Dynamic Volume combines these two functions to achieve maximum performance.
Input / Output Terminals:
IN HDMI Component S-Video Composite Analog Audio (Tuner included) Analog EXT. Input Digital OPTICAL Digital COAXIAL 8 7.1ch 2 2
MultEQ Auto setup and RoomEQ Compressed Audio Restorer
Denons new audio technology for MP3/WMA/AAC compressed audio formats restores higher frequency sounds, along with rich, deeper bass. -Tower type microphone for more accurate measuring -Up to six measurement points -High level resolution filters for satellite speakers and also subwoofer

Main Specifications:

Power amplifier section Rated output Front L/R *THD figures are power amp stage values. 90 W + 90 W (8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, THD 0.08 %) 120 W + 120 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) Center 90 W (8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, THD 0.08 %) 120 W Surround L/R (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) 90 W + 90 W (8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, THD 0.08 %) 120 W + 120 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) Surround Back L/R 90 W + 90 W (8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, THD 0.08 %) 120 W + 120 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) Weight FM section Tuning frequency range Usable sensitivity AM section Tuning frequency range Usable sensitivity General Power supply Power consumption Dimensions (W x H x D) AC 120 V, 60 Hz 5.2 A (Standby 0.3W) 434 x 171 x 377 mm 17-3/32 x 6-47/64 x 14-27/32 11.5 kg 25 lbs 5.7 oz 520 - 1710 kHz 18 V Others Dock Control Port Sirius Connector XM Connector FM Tuner Antenna AM Tuner Antenna Remote In/Out 87.5 - 107.9 MHz 1.0 V (11.2 dBf) Preamplifier section Input sensitivity/impedance 200 mV / 47 k/kohms Frequency response S/N Ratio 10 Hz ~ 100 kHz +1, 3 dB (DIRECT mode) 100 dB (IHF-A weighted, DIRECT mode) OUT HDMI Monitor Component Monitor S-Video Monitor REC Composite Monitor REC Analog Audio REC Zone 2 Audio PRE out (Sub woofer) Digital OPTICAL 1 1

*Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. *Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories. *DTS is a registered trademark and the DTS logos, Symbol, DTS-HD and DTS-HD Master Audio are trademarks of DTS, Inc. *Neural and Neural Audio and Neural Surround are trademarks of Neural Audio Corporation. *Audyssey MultEQ is a registered trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. Audyssey Dynamic EQ is a trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. Audyssey Dynamic Volume is a trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. *HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. *iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. *DCDi is a trademark of Faroudja, a division of Genesis Microchip Inc. *The XM name and related logo are registered trademarks of XM Satellite Radio reserved. *XM Ready is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc.
Denon Electronics (USA), LLC.
100 Corporate Drive, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430 USA TEL: 201-762-6500 usa.denon.com

Denon Canada Inc.

505 Apple Creek Blvd, Unit 5, Markham, Ontario, Canada L3R 5B1 TEL: 905-475-4085 ca.denon.com

Denon Brand Company

D&M Building, 2-1 Nisshin-cho, Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, 210-8569, Japan www.denon.com

Surround Modes

qStandard Playback44 Surround Playback of 2-channel Sources44 Playing Multi-channel Sources (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.)45 wDSP Simulation Playback45 eDirect Playback45 rStereo Playback45 Playback in the PURE DIRECT Mode46

Parameter

Adjusting the parameters 46 Surround Parameter47 Surround Parameter 47 Tone49 Audyssey Settings49 RESTORER51 Night Mode51 Audio Delay 51

Information

Status52 a MAIN ZONE52 s ZONE252 Audio Input Signal52 HDMI Information 53 a HDMI Signal Information53 s HDMI Monitor Information53 Auto Surround Mode53 Quick Select53 Preset Station53
Remote Control Unit Operations
Main Remote Control Unit (RC-1099)65 Operating DENON Audio Components65 Presetting65 Operating Preset Components65 Punch Through Function68 Sub Remote Control Unit (RC-1107) 68
Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper operation, please read this owners manual carefully before using the product. After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference.
Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations
Multi-zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function69 Multi-zone Settings and Operations with Zone Output 71 Multi-zone Operations72 Turning the Power On and Off72 Selecting the Input Source72 Adjusting the Volume72 Turning off the Sound Temporarily72

Accessories

Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.

Playback

Preparations 54 Turning the Power On54 Selecting the Input Source54 Operations During Playback 54 Playing Video and Audio Equipment55 Basic Operation55 Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts55 Basic Operation55 Presetting Radio Stations (Preset Memory)55 Listening to Preset Stations 56 Listening to XM Satellite Radio Programs56 Basic Operation56 Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID56 Presetting Radio Channels (Preset Memory)57 Listening to Preset Channels57 Searching Categories57 Listening to SIRIUS Satellite Radio Programs57 Basic Operation58 Checking the SIRIUS Signal Strength and Radio ID58 Presetting Radio Channels (Preset Memory)58 Listening to Preset Channels58 Searching Categories59 Parental Lock59 iPod Playback59 Basic Operation59 Listening to Music60 Viewing Still Pictures or Videos on the iPod60

Input

Output

Output

Video Conversion Function
This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-1909 into the format used to output the video signals from the AVR-1909 to a monitor. The AVR-1909s video input/output circuitry is compatible with the following four types of video signals: Digital video signals: HDMI Analog video signals: Component video, S-Video and Video GFlow of video signals inside the AVR-1909H
About On-screen Displays due to Input Signals
The method of on-screen display (OSD) varies with the type of video signal input to AVR-1909. Video signal being used HDMI connector / Component video connectors S-Video connector / Video connector Menu display Momentary status display when operating (Display when changing the input source, volume, etc.) Turn display off Turn display on
OSD only display Display of OSD superimposed on the input image
High picture quality playback

HDMI connector

Component video connectors

Monitor

S-Video connector
Video connector Video input terminals
Video connector Monitor output terminals
: When 480i/576i signals are input
When not using this function, connect a monitor output with the same type of connector as the video input connector. The resolution of the HDMI input-compatible monitor connected to the AVR-1909 can be checked at menu Information HDMI Information (vpage 53).
HDMI signals cannot be converted into analog signals. 1080p component video input signals cannot be output to anything other than component video connectors. 480p/576p, 1080i and 720p component video input signals cannot be converted into S-Video or Video format. When a non-standard video signal from a game machine or some other source is input, the video conversion function might not operate.

Speaker Connections

Speaker Installation
The illustration below shows a basic example (7.1-channel) of installation of the amplifier combined with 8 speakers and a monitor. Subwoofer Center speaker Surround back speakers
Example: 5.1/7.1-channels Subwoofer Subwoofer with builtin amplifier

(L) (R)

Front speakers A

Center speaker

Connections Setup

Playback Remote Control

Front speakers Place the front speakers to the sides of the monitor or screen and as flush with the screen surface as possible.

Surround speakers

The table below shows a typical speaker configuration for the AVR-1909. FRONT A/B L 7.1-channels 6.1-channels 5.1-channels 3.1-channels 2.1-channels 2-channels S S S S S S R S S S S S S SURROUND L S S S R S S S SURROUND BACK L S R S 1 speaker S bL : Left R : Right SUBWOOFER S S S S S

XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock
To play the analog input signals input to the EXT. IN connectors, press the INPUT MODE button on the main unit or INPUT button on the main remote control unit and select EXT. IN or make the settings at menu Input Setup Input Mode Input Mode EXT. IN (vpage 41). The video signal can be connected in the same way as a Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player (vpage 13).
Keep the power cord unplugged until the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock connection have been completed. The XM name and related logo are registered trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved. XM Ready is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.

SIRIUS connector

The AVR-1909 is a SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready receiver. You can receive SIRIUS Satellite Radio by connecting to the SiriusConnect Home Tuner and subscribing to the SIRIUS service. Plug the SIRIUS connector on the rear panel. Position the Home Tuner antenna near a south-facing window to receive the best signal. For details, see Listening to SIRIUS Satellite Radio Programs (vpage 57 ~ 59). When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the SiriusConnect Home Tuner. SiriusConnect Home Tuner

nPositioning the Antenna

For a consistent satellite signal, the antenna must be positioned correctly. Use the following map to determine which area you are in and position the antenna accordingly.

SKY NORTH

HORIZON
Area 1 : oint the antenna toward the sky in the east, northeast, or southeast, either through a window P or outside. b When connecting digital audio Area 2 : oint the antenna toward the sky in the north or northeast, either through a window or outside. P Area 3 : oint the antenna toward the sky in the north or northwest, either through a window or P outside. Area 4 : oint the antenna toward the sky in the west, northwest, or southwest, either through a window P or outside. Area 5 : ut the antenna outside and point it straight up. The antenna cannot be used indoors. P
When connecting digital of the SiriusConnect Home Tuner, perform the setting Input Setup Assign Digital In from the menu. (vpage 42).
Keep the power cord unplugged until the SiriusConnect Home Tuner connection have been completed. 2006 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. SIRIUS, the SIRIUS dog logo, and channel names and logos are trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc.

Antenna terminals

An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly. Direction of broadcasting station AM loop antenna (supplied) FM antenna

75 /ohms Coaxial cable

FM indoor antenna (supplied)
Connection of AM antennas
1.Push the lever. AM outdoor antenna 2.Insert the conductor. 3.Return the lever.
Ground Connect to the AM antenna terminals.

Step 3 : Calculation

Auto Setup Audyssey MultEQ Step3:Calculation Calculating Please wait.

Step 4 : Check

Auto Setup Audyssey MultEQ Step4:Check Please check the results of the measured item. Speaker Config.Check Distance Check Channel Level Check Crossover Freq.Check Next

Front L Cancel

Auto Setup r Audyssey MultEQ Step2:Measurement Auto Setup Audyssey MultEQ Please place microphone at ear height at Step2:Measurement 3rd listening position. All the measurements were finished. Next Calculate Retry Cancel Calculate Retry Cancel
The values obtained from the measurements are automatically analyzed and the attributes for each of the speakers in the listening area are determined. qSelect Calculate 0 at Step 2, then press o. Analysis begins.
qSelect Next 0, then press o. The measurement of the 2nd position starts. Select Calculate 0 with i, and press o to proceed to Step 3. wMove the microphone to the 3rd position and press o. The measurement of the 3rd position starts. Select Calculate 0 with i, and press o to proceed to Step 3. ePerform w repeatedly for the 4th, 5th, and 6th measurments. rAll the measurements were finished. is displayed on the on screen display. When you have completed measurements in 6 positions. Select Calculate 0, and press o to proceed to Step 3.
Analysis takes several minutes to complete. The time required for this analysis depends on the number of speakers connected. The greater the number of speakers connected, the longer analysis will take.
Do not change the speaker connections or subwoofer volume, or speaker locations after making measurements. If changes are necessary, make the changes and use the Audyssey MultEQ auto setup once again for an updated EQ solution. For instance, if the location or direction of a speaker is altered, the Auto Setup should be performed again to ensure the correct EQ solution for the new room configuration.
When analysis is complete, check the analysis results for the following four items. qMake your selection using ui and press ENTER. Presence and size of speaker Speaker Config. Check Distance of speaker from listening position Distance Check Speaker channel level Channel Level Check Crossover Frequency Crossover Freq. Check wUse ui to change which speaker is displayed. e ress RETURN. P This returns you to analysis results items, so repeat step q. r Press i to select Next 0, then press o to proceed to Step 5.

Convert

Automatically convert video input signal to monitor output format.

[Input source] DVD HDP

TV/CBL
If an FM station cannot be preset automatically, select the desired station by tuning it in manually, then preset it manually.

f Video

Setting the video source.
: Enable conversion. : Disable conversion.

s Preset Skip

Set the preset memories that you do not want to display when tuning.

Video Select

Switch video input source while listening to audio signal.
NOTE CD VCR CDR/TAPE V.AUX DVD HDP XM SIRIUS
hen a non-standard video signal from a game machine or some W other source is input, the video conversion function might not operate. If this happens, please set the conversion mode to OFF. When Convert is set to OFF, the video conversion function does not operate. In this case, connect to a monitor via the same type of terminal as the video input terminal.

[Input source] TUNER

Select the preset channel(s) you do not want to display.
[Selectable items] DVD HDP Source :
The video and audio for the same input source are played.
[Input source] TUNER [Selectable items] ON

SIRIUS

V.AUX :
S elect video input source to view.

: Display this number.

Skip this number. Skip :
Operating from the main unit or main remote control unit
Press VIDEO SELECT until the desired picture appears. b To cancel, press VIDEO SELECT to select Source.
If you set Block Presets to Skip, you can skip the preset memory blocks (A to G).

i/p Scaler

Make settings for i/p scaler function.

Progressive Mode

Select optimum progressive mode for video material.
[Input source] DVD HDP [Selectable items]

[Input source]

DVD HDP
[Selectable items] Auto Video1 Video2
: utomatically detect video material type. A : elect mode suitable for video playback. S : elect mode suitable for video and 30-frame film material S playback.
A to H :Use i/p scaler function for analog video signal. OFF NOTE
When the Convert setting is OFF you cannot set i/p scaler ,. : o not use i/p scaler function. D

Resolution

Make settings for resolution of HDMI video output signal.
This can be set when i/p Scaler is set to A to H.
[Input source] DVD HDP [Selectable items] Auto

Aspect

This sets the aspect ratio when outputting 480i/576i or 480p/576p input signals from the HDMI output connector.
: etect monitor panel resolution and automatically set D output resolution.
[Input source] DVD HDP [Selectable items] Full

Analog EXT. IN

: lay only signals from analog input. P : lay only signals from EXT. IN input. P
This can be selected for input sources for which the menu Assign setting is set to HDMI In or Digital In (vpage 42). Only set PCM and DTS when playing the respective signals.

k Assign

Assign input sources to input connectors.

Digital In

Select digital input connector to assign to this source.

iPod Dock

Assign control dock for iPod to this source.

HDMI In

Select HDMI connector to assign to this source.
V.AUX [Selectable items] V.AUX COAX1 COAX2 OPT1 OPT2 None TV/CBL VCR
Assign iPod input. Assign : Do None : not assign iPod input.
: Assign COAXIAL 1 input connector. : Assign COAXIAL 2 input connector. : Assign OPTICAL 1 input connector. : Assign OPTICAL 2 input connector. : digital input connector assigned. No CDR/ TAPE None DVD COAX1 HDP None TV/CBL OPT1 VCR OPT2 V.AUX None SIRIUS None
A HDMI1 : ssign HDMI1 input connector. A HDMI2 : ssign HDMI2 input connector. A HDMI3 : ssign HDMI3 input connector. N None : o HDMI input connector assigned. Input source Default setting DVD HDMI1 HDP HDMI2 TV/CBL None VCR HDMI3 V.AUX None
Input CD source Default COAX2 setting
ith the default settings, the control dock for iPod can be used W connected to the VCR (iPod) connector. Even if iPod Dock is set to Assign, if AVR-1909 and control dock for iPod are not connected, the input is used as the normal input source.

Component In

With HDMI, the video and audio signals are transferred simultaneously. When HDMI is assigned to an input source, the audio signal switches to HDMI along with the video signal. To use with the digital audio input connectors assigned, set menu Input Mode to Digital. When the AVR-1909 and monitor are connected with an HDMI cable, if the monitor is not compatible with HDMI audio signal playback, only the video signals are output to the monitor. The audio signals input from the analog, digital and EXT. IN connectors are not output to the monitor. Select component video input to assign to this source.

l iPod

Make settings for iPod playback.
Assign component video 1 input connector. 1-RCA : Assign component video 2 input connector. 2-RCA : Assign component video 3 input connector. 3-RCA : No None : component video input connector assigned. Input source Default setting DVD 1-RCA HDP 2-RCA TV/CBL 3-RCA VCR None V.AUX None

Repeat Mode

Make settings for repeat mode.
[Selectable items] All One OFF
: Repeat all songs. : Repeat the current song. : Cancel repeat mode.

Operating from the main unit
Use <SELECT/ENTER> to select the surround mode.
n During PCM (2ch) / Analog / DOLBY DIGITAL (2ch)
DIRECT STEREO DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx (DOLBY PRO LOGIC g) neuralz DTS NEO:6 MONO MOVIE
7CH STEREO (5CH STEREO) ROCK ARENA VIRTUAL

Adjusting the parameters

JAZZ CLUB

MATRIX

VIDEO GAME
z : It is possible to play analog input signals and PCM (2-channel, 48 kHz or less) in the surround mode.
n During Digital (Multi channel)
DIRECT STEREO STANDARD (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc) 7CH STEREO (5CH STEREO) MONO MOVIE VIDEO GAME ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB VIRTUAL MATRIX
RESTORER MULTEQ <MENU> ui
Use ui to select Parameter, then press ENTER. To change the setting:
DYNAMIC VOLUME RETURN ENTER, op
Press ENTER to enter the setting.
Playback in the PURE DIRECT Mode
This is the mode that recreates the original sound most faithfully, providing extremely high quality sound.

Press [PURE DIRECT].

uiop [AUDIO DELAY] DYNAMIC VOLUME [SOURCE CONTROL 1]
ENTER [NIGHT] MULTEQ RESTORER

n To exit adjustment

Press <MENU> or [A.MENU] during adjustment.
To cancel, press [PURE DIRECT] again. When in the PURE DIRECT mode, the on-screen display is not displayed and the display on the main unit is turned off. If the HDMI input connector is selected, video outputs are output in the PURE DIRECT mode. The channel level and surround parameters in the PURE DIRECT mode are the same as in the DIRECT mode.

[CINEMA] [A. MENU]

[MUSIC] [STANDARD] ENTER uiop RETURN

Surround Parameter

Adjust surround sound parameters. The parameters (items) which can be adjusted differ depending upon the following conditions. hether an input signal is present (when playing) or not W (when stopped, etc.). The type of input signal The type of surround mode For details of which parameters can be adjusted in each surround mode, see Surround Modes and Parameters (vpage 76, 77).
4.Parameter 1.Surround Parameter 2.Tone 3.Audyssey Settings 4.RESTORER 5.Night Mode 6.Audio Delay

Display EXCELLENT GOOD WEAK NO SIGNAL
EXCELLENT is shown on the display. (example: SR001) is displayed.
Press <STATUS> until the channel you want to check Press TUNING and select channel 0 (SR000).
Tune in the broadcast channel you want to preset.
Channel No. and Sirius ID are alternately shown on the display.
SR000 SiriusID ************

Sirius ID

b Write your own SIRIUS ID for storage use.

Sirius ID :

The strength of both the SIRIUS and terrestrial signals can be checked at menu Input Setup Antenna Aiming (vpage 43).

iPod Playback

Channel category The music on an iPod can be played by using the control dock for iPod (ASD-1R, ASD-11R, ASD-3N or ASD-3W sold separately). The operation can also be performed using the buttons on the main unit or remote control unit while watching the menus. iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. b The iPod may only be used to copy or play contents that are not copyrighted or contents for which copying or playback is legally permitted for your private use as an individual. Be sure to comply with applicable copyright legislation.

SR001 Hits 1 CAT : Pops

<SOURCE SELECT> <STATUS>
select the desired channel.
[o p] to select the category, then use [ui] to
UPDATING is displayed while the encording code is being updated. SIRIUS UPDATING is displayed when updating SIRIUS tuner firmware. Refer to Troubleshooting SIRIUS Satellite Radio regarding other messages (vpage 85).

<ON/STANDBY>

ENTER, op
Make the necessary preparations.

Parental Lock

[OFF] [iPod] [1] [6, 7] [2]
Tune to the channel you want to lock.
q et the iPod in the DENON control dock for iPod. S (vSee the control dock for iPods operating instructions.) w Assign the control dock for iPods input. The input for the control dock for iPod is assigned to VCR by default.
Press [ENTER] for at least 3 seconds.

Code: [ ] is displayed.

MENU : Input Setup Assign iPod Dock

(vpage 42)

Enter the 4-digit lock code using uio p.
When you enter the correct code, the corresponding channel is locked.
<SOURCE SELECT> or press [iPod] to select the input source assigned in step 1-w above.

[8, 9] uiop

Press [ENTER].

ENTER [SOURCE CONTROL 2]

The signals for the pressed buttons are emitted while setting the preset memory. To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote control units transmitting window while setting the preset memory. Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function cannot be used for some models, even if they are of makes listed in the list of preset codes. Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote control code. Refer to the included list of preset codes to change the number and verify correct operation. The preset memory can be set for one component only among the following: DVD/HDP and SAT/CABLE. VDP (Video Disc Player) can be preset when [SOURCE CONTROL 2] is set to DVD/HDP.
Operating Preset Components
DENON and other makes of components can be operated by setting the preset memory. Operation is not possible for some models.

Presetting

Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to AUDIO or VIDEO.

[ZONE2 OFF] [NUMBER]

[MAIN ON]
bSet to the AUDIO side for the CD position, and to the VIDEO side for the DVD/HDP, VCR, SAT/CABLE or TV position.

registered.

[SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the component to be
Set [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the component you want

to operate.

Operate the component.
ress [ZONE2 OFF] and [MAIN ON] at the same time. P
The indicator starts flashing.
bFor details, refer to the components operating instructions. bSome models cannot be operated with this remote control unit.
Depending on the model and year of manufacture of your equipment, some buttons may not operate.
Press [NUMBER] and input the 3-digit number of the
brand of the component to be preset. The numbers are shown in the Preset Code Table (vEnd of this manual). memory, repeat steps 1 to 4.
To store the codes of another component in the
Functions of Buttons by Component nFront
Device operated SOURCE CONTROL 1 SOURCE CONTROL 2 OFF ON/SOURCE 1 CD Player iPod AUDIO CD Play Stop Pause Disc skip + Manual search (fast-reverse / fastforward) Auto search (cue) iPod/ NETWORK Play / Pause Stop b Favorites Direct Manual search (fast-reverse / fastforward) Auto search (cue) Cursor Enter TUNER Shift Power off Power on Play Stop Pause Disc skip Manual search (fast-reverse / fastforward) Auto search (cue) Setup Cursor operation Switching the audio signal Enter setting Switching the display Return Calling out the menus DVD / HDP Power off Power on Play Stop Pause Manual search (fast-reverse / fastforward) Auto search (cue) Setup Cursor operation Switching the audio signal Enter setting Switching the display Return Calling out the menus Power on / Standby Play Stop Pause Manual search (fast-reverse / fastforward) Auto search (cue) Tuner DVD Player Blu-ray Video Disc Video Deck Disc Player Player (VDP) VIDEO VCR Power on / Standby Play Stop Pause Manual search (fast-reverse / fastforward) Switch channels (, +) Power on / Standby SAT / CABLE Power on / Standby TV Power on / Standby Satellite Receiver Cable TV TV (Monitor)

FR FL FL-A/FR-A Bi-Amp connection FR FL FL-B/FR-B Bi-Amp connection
The Front A or Front B channel for Bi-Amp use is output from the speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/ AMP ASSIGN terminals.
control Settings and Operations with Zone Multi-zone unit Output Remote Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications
Prepare pre-main amplifiers for ZONE2. Connectors for audio output ZONE2 ZONE2 OUT MAIN ZONE (7.1-channel system)
Audio signals Stereo ZONE2

Pre-main amplifier

Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player Input
AVR-1909 ZONE2 audio output
Remote control unit : Multi-zone audio cable

Multi-zone Operations

Turning the Power On and Off
GOperation on the main unitH
Press <ZONE2 ON/OFF>. When the power turns on, the multi-zone indicator ( the display. ) lights on

Adjusting the Volume

qPress <ZONE2/REC SELECT> and select the zone to be adjusted. wTurn <VOLUME> to adjust.
GOperation on the remote control unitH

<VOLUME>

qSet [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to AUDIO and [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to ZONE2 (main remote control unit). wPress [VOLUME].
Press [ZONE2 ON] or [ZONE2 OFF].

70dB ~ 40dB ~ 18dB

Also press [SOURCE SELECT] when in standby mode, the power turns on. When using ZONE2, it is possible to turn the power for the MAIN ZONE only on or off by pressing [MAIN ON] or [MAIN OFF].
The volume can be increased up to the value set at menu Manual Setup ZONE2 Setup Volume Limit (vpage 35). The ZONE2 volume can be adjusted only when ZONE2 is selected at menu Manual Setup Option Setup Amp Assign (vpage 35).
<ZONE2 ON/OFF> <ZONE2/REC SELECT>

[Front] [Rear]

[ZONE2 OFF] [ZONE2 ON] [MAIN ON] [MAIN OFF] [SOURCE SELECT]
With ZONE2, only the buttons indicated in this illustration can be operated.
Turning off the Sound Temporarily
qSet [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to AUDIO and [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to ZONE2 (main remote control unit). wPress [MUTING]. The sound is reduced to the level set at menu Manual Setup ZONE2 Setup Mute Level (vpage 35). To cancel, either adjust the volume or press [MUTING] again. The setting is canceled when the zones power is turned off.
qPress <ZONE2/REC SELECT> and select the zone to be adjusted. wTurn <SOURCE SELECT>.
[VOLUME] [MUTING] [SOURCE CONTROL 2] [SOURCE CONTROL 1]
qSet [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to AUDIO and [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to ZONE2 (main remote control unit). wPress [SOURCE SELECT].
The source selected for ZONE2 is also output from the recording output connectors.
Buttons other than these cannot be operated. (Main remote control unit)
Digital audio signals input from the COAXIAL, OPTICAL or HDMI connectors cannot be played in multi-zone.
[ZONE2 OFF] [SOURCE SELECT]
[ZONE2 ON] [VOLUME] [MUTING]

Button PCM Surround mode Note ANALOG Linear PCM (multi ch) Linear PCM (2ch) DTS-HD DTS-HD Master Audio DTS-HD High Resolution Audio A A A A A A S A A A A A S A A A A A A A A A A A A S DTS DTS ES DTS ES DSCRT MTRX (With Flag) (With Flag) DTS (5.1ch) DTS 96/24 Input signals DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL TrueHD Plus DOLBY DIGITAL EX (With Flag) A A A A A A S A A A A A S A A A A A S S S S S S S S DOLBY DIGITAL DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL DIGITAL EX (With (5.1/5/4ch) no Flag) A A A A A A S A A A A A S A A A A A S S S S S S S S A A A A A A S A A A A A S A A A A A S S S S S S S S DOLBY DIGITAL (4/3ch) DOLBY DIGITAL (2ch) Getting Started STANDARD neural MULTI CH IN MULTI CH IN MULTI IN + PLgx CINEMA MULTI IN + PLgx MUSIC MULTI IN + Dolby EX MULTI CH IN 7.1 DIRECT DIRECT MULTI CH DIRECT M DIRECT + PLgx CINEMA M DIRECT + PLgx MUSIC M DIRECT + Dolby EX M DIRECT 7.1 PURE DIRECT PURE DIRECT MULTI CH PURE DIRECT M PURE D + PLgx CINEMA M PURE D + PLgx MUSIC M PURE D + Dolby EX M CH PURE DIRECT 7.1 DSP SIMULATION 7CH STEREO ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB MONO MOVIE VIDEO GAME MATRIX VIRTUAL STEREO STEREO F S F S S S S S S S S S
z4 z2 z3 z1 z3 z1 z3 z3 z2 z3 z1z3 z1 z3 z3 z2 z3 z1 z3 z1 z3 z3
Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications
S A A A A A S A A A A A S A A A A A S S S S S S S
A F S S S F D (7.1) A S S S S S (7.1) A S S S S S (7.1) S S S S S S S
A A A A A A S A A A A A S A A A A A A A A A A A A
A A A A A A S A A A A A S A A A A A S S S S S S S
NOTE : z1: This mode is not available when the surround back speaker setup is set to None. z2: This mode is not available when the surround back speaker setup is set to 1spkr or None. z3: Can be set when Amp Assign is set to 7.1ch. z4: If the surround back speaker setup is set to None, then 5CH STEREO is displayed. F : Mode selectable in initial status D : Mode fixed when AFDM is ON S : Selectable mode A : Non-selectable mode
Relationship Between Video Signals and Monitor Output
Video convert HDMI A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A A S S S S S S S S S S S S S Input signals COMPONENT A A A A S (1080p) S (480p ~ 720p) S (480i / 576i) S (1080p) S (480p ~ 720p) S (480i / 576i) S (1080p) S (480p ~ 720p) S (480i / 576i) S (1080p) S (480p ~ 720p) S (480i / 576i) A A A A S (Other than 480i / 576i) S (480i / 576i) S (1080p) S (480p ~ 720p) S (480i / 576i) S (Other than 480i / 576i) S (480i / 576i) S (Other than 480i / 576i) S (480i / 576i) S-VIDEO A A S S A A A A A A S S S S S S A A S S A A A A A S S S S VIDEO A S A S A A A S S S A A A S S S A S A S A A S S S A A S S HDMI A VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO A COMPONENT COMPONENT VIDEO COMPONENTz1 COMPONENTz1 S-VIDEO COMPONENTz2 COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO COMPONENTz2 COMPONENTz2 HDMI HDMIz1 HDMIz2 HDMIz2 HDMI HDMI HDMIz1 HDMIz1 HDMIz1 HDMIz2 HDMIz2 HDMIz2 HDMIz2 Monitor output COMPONENT S-VIDEO A A VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO COMPONENT A COMPONENT A COMPONENT COMPONENT z1 COMPONENT VIDEO COMPONENTz1 A COMPONENTz1 COMPONENT COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO z2 COMPONENT S-VIDEO z2 COMPONENT S-VIDEO A A VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO COMPONENT A COMPONENT COMPONENT z1 COMPONENT VIDEO COMPONENTz1 A COMPONENTz1 COMPONENT COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO VIDEO A VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO A A COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO A VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO A COMPONENT VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

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nAudio section

Power amplifier Front (A, B): Rated output: 90 W + 90 W (8 /ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 120 W + 120 W (6 /ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Center: 90 W (8 /ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 120 W (6 /ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Surround: 90 W + 90 W (8 /ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 120 W + 120 W (6 /ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Surround Back: 90 W + 90 W (8 /ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 120 W + 120 W (6 /ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) 6 ~ 16 /ohms Output connectors: Front: A or B A + B 12 ~ 16 /ohms 6 ~ 16 /ohms Center, Surround, Surround Back: Analog Input sensitivity / Input impedance: 200 mV / 47 k/kohms 10 Hz ~ 100 kHz +1, 3 dB (DIRECT mode) Frequency response: 100 dB (IHF-A weighted, DIRECT mode) S/N:

nTuner section

Receiving Range: Usable Sensitivity: 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: S/N (IHF-A): Total harmonic Distortion (at 1 kHz):
[FM] (note: V at 75 /ohms, 0 dBf = 1 x 10-15 W) 87.5 MHz ~ 107.9 MHz 1.0 V (11.2 dBf) MONO 1.6 V (15.3 dBf) STEREO 23 V (38.5 dBf) MONO 77 dB STEREO 72 dB MONO 0.15 % STEREO 0.3 %
[AM] 520 kHz ~ 1710 kHz 18 V
Connections Setup Playback

nGeneral

Power supply: Power consumption: Maximum external dimensions: Weight: AC 120 V, 60 Hz 5.2 A 0.3 W (Standby) 434 (W) x 171 (H) x 377 (D) mm (17-3/32 x 6-47/64 x 14-27/32) 11.5 kg (25 lbs 5.7 oz) R6/AA Type (two batteries) 52 (W) x 243 (H) x 21 (D) mm (2-3/64 x 9-9/16 x 53/64) 184 g (Approx 6.5 oz) (including batteries) R03/AAA Type (two batteries) 54 (W) x 115 (H) x 23 (D) mm (2-1/8 x 4-17/32 x 29/32) 80 g (Approx 2.8 oz) (including batteries)
remote control unit (RC-1099)