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AVR-X3500H
INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER

Owner’s Manual

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Accessories 8 Connecting a TV 52
Inserting the batteries 9 Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
Operating range of the remote control unit 9 compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 53
Features 10
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
High quality sound 10 incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
High performance 11 (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 55
Easy operation 15 Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 56
Part names and functions 16 Connecting a playback device 57
Front panel 16 Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 58
Display 19 Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 59
Rear panel 21 Connecting a video camcorder or game console 60
Remote control unit 25 Connecting a turntable 61
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 62
Connections Connecting an FM/AM antenna 63
Speaker installation 29 Connecting to a home network (LAN) 65
Connecting speakers 36 Wired LAN 65
Before connecting speakers 36 Wireless LAN 66
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 40 Connecting an external control device 67
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 41 REMOTE CONTROL jacks 67
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 42 TRIGGER OUT jack 68
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Bi-amp connection of front Connecting the power cord 69
speaker 48
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speaker 49
Connecting multi-zone speakers 50

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Playback Listening to Internet Radio 89

Listening to Internet Radio 90
Basic operation 71 Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 91
Turning the power on 71 Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 92
Selecting the input source 71 Getting the HEOS App 95
Adjusting the volume 72 HEOS Account 96
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 72 Playing from streaming music services 97
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 72 Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 100
Playing a USB memory device 73 AirPlay function 104
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 74 Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 105
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 77 Playing iTunes music with this unit 105
Playing music from Bluetooth device 78 Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 79 of this unit 106
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 80 Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 81 synced devices (AirPlay 2) 107
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 82 Spotify Connect function 108
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 83 Playing Spotify music with this unit 108
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 84
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 84
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 85
Listening to preset stations 85
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 86
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 87
Cancelling Preset Skip 88

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Convenience functions 109 Quick select plus function 134

Adding to HEOS Favorites 110 Calling up the settings 135
Playing back HEOS Favorites 110 Changing the settings 136
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 111 Panel lock function 137
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source Disabling all key button operations 137
(Channel Level Adjust) 112 Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 137
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 113 Canceling the Panel lock function 138
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video 139
Remote lock function
Select) 114
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 139
Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment (Picture
Mode) 115 Enabling the remote sensor function 139
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 116 Web control function 140
Selecting a sound mode 117 Controlling the unit from a web control 140
Selecting a sound mode 118 Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) 142
Direct playback 119 Connecting ZONE2 142
Pure Direct playback 120 Playback in ZONE2 144
Auto surround playback 120
Description of sound mode types 121
Settings
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 125 Menu map 146
HDMI Control function 129 Menu operations 150
Setting procedure 129 Audio 151
Smart Menu function 130 Center Level Adjust 151
Sleep timer function 132 Subwoofer Level Adjust 151
Using the sleep timer 133 Surround Parameter 152
Restorer 156
Audio Delay 157
Volume 158
Audyssey® 159
Graphic EQ 162

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Video 164 Manual Setup 193

Picture Adjust 164 Amp Assign 193
HDMI Setup 166 Speaker Config. 194
Output Settings 171 Distances 199
On Screen Display 174 Levels 200
4K Signal Format 175 Crossovers 201
TV Format 177 Bass 202
Inputs 178 Front Speaker 203
Input Assign 178 Network 204
Source Rename 180 Information 204
Hide Sources 180 Connection 204
Source Level 180 Wi-Fi Setup 205
Input Select 181 Settings 207
Speakers 182 Network Control 209
Audyssey® Setup 182 Friendly Name 209
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 184 Diagnostics 210
Error messages 190
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 192

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HEOS Account 211 Tips

You have not signed in 211
You have already signed in 211 Tips 229
General 212 Troubleshooting 231
Language 212 Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 232
ECO 212 Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 233
ZONE2 Setup 216 Display on this unit shows nothing 233
Zone Rename 218 No sound comes out 234
Quick Select Names 218 Desired sound does not come out 235
Trigger Out 219 Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 238
Front Display 219 No video is shown on the TV 239
Firmware 220 The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 241
223 The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
Information
on the television is different from normal 241
Usage Data 224
AirPlay cannot be played back 242
Save & Load 225
USB memory devices cannot be played back 243
Setup Lock 225
Bluetooth cannot be played back 244
Reset 226
The Internet radio cannot be played back 245
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 227
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 246
Various online services cannot be played 247
The HDMI Control function does not work 247
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 248
When using HDMI ZONE2, the devices does not function properly 249
Update/upgrade error messages 250
Resetting factory settings 251
Resetting network settings 252

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Appendix
About HDMI 253
Video conversion function 256
Playing back a USB memory devices 258
Playing back a Bluetooth device 259
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 260
Playing back Internet Radio 261
Personal memory plus function 261
Last function memory 261
Sound modes and channel output 262
Sound modes and surround parameters 264
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 267
Explanation of terms 270
Trademark information 279
Specifications 281
Index 287

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Thank you for purchasing this Denon product.

To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product.
After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference.

Accessories
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.

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Quick Start Guide Safety Instructions Notes on radio Warranty Cable labels
(for North America
model only)

Power cord FM indoor antenna AM loop antenna Sound calibration Sound calibration
microphone microphone stand

Remote control unit R03/AAA batteries External antennas for

(RC-1228) Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity

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Inserting the batteries NOTE

0 To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:

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0 Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and 0 Do not use two different types of batteries.
remove it. 0 Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long
periods.
0 If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery
compartment and insert new batteries.

Operating range of the remote control

unit
Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
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2 Insert two batteries correctly into the battery
compartment as indicated.
Batteries

Approx. 23 ft/7 m

30° 30°
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3 Put the rear cover back on.
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Features
0 DTS Virtual:X (v p. 274)
High quality sound DTS Virtual:X technology features DTS’s proprietary virtual height and
virtual surround processing to deliver an immersive sound experience
0 With discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides
from any type of input source (stereo to 7.1.4 channel) and speaker
identical quality for all 7-channels (135 Watts x 7-channels)
configuration.
For optimum realism and stunning dynamic range, the power amplifier
section features discrete power devices (not integrated circuitry). z DTS Virtual:X is not for use when Height speakers are connected.
By using high current, high power discrete power devices, the amplifier 0 Audyssey LFC™ (Low Frequency Containment) (v p. 161)
is able to easily drive high quality speakers. Audyssey LFC™ solves the problem of low frequency sounds
0 Dolby Atmos (v p. 271) disturbing people in neighboring rooms or apartments. Audyssey
This unit is equipped with a decoder that supports Dolby Atmos audio LFC™ dynamically monitors the audio content and removes the low
format. The placement or movement of sound is accurately reproduced frequencies that pass through walls, floors and ceilings. It then applies
by the addition of overhead speakers, enabling you to experience an psychoacoustic processing to restore the perception of low bass for
incredibly natural and realistic surround sound field. listeners in the room. The result is great sound that no longer disturbs
the neighbors.
0 DTS:X (v p. 273)
0 Discrete subwoofers and Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ (v p. 183)
This unit is equipped with the DTS:X decoder technology. DTS:X brings
the home theater experience to new heights with its immersive object The unit has two subwoofer output capability and can adjust the level
based audio technology which removes the bounds of channels. The and delay for each subwoofer individually.
flexibility of objects allows for sound to be scaled large or small and Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ makes the integration seamless by first
moved around the room with greater accuracy than ever before leading compensating for any level and delay differences between the two
to a richer immersive audio experience. subwoofers and then applying Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 to both
subwoofers together for improved deep bass response and detail.

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0 Digital video processor upscales analog video signals (SD

High performance resolution) to HD (720p/1080p) and 4K (v p. 173)
0 4K 60Hz input/output supported 4K 4K

4K 60p 4K 60p 4K
4:4:4 4:4:4 Up to 1080p Up scaling

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This unit is equipped with a 4K video upscaling function that allows
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When 4K Ultra HD (High Definition) is used, an input/output speed of 60 analog video or SD (Standard Definition) video to be output via HDMI at
frames per second (60p) is achieved for video signals. When connected 4K (3840 × 2160 pixels) resolution. This function enables the device to
to 4K Ultra HD and 60p video signal input compatible TV, you can enjoy be connected to a TV using a single HDMI cable, and produces high
the sense of realism only available from high-definition images, even definition images for any video source.
when viewing fast-moving video.
This unit also supports image processing for 4K 60p, 4:4:4 and 24-bit 0 Equipped with HDMI ZONE2 output (v p. 142)
videos. By processing the video at the original resolution, this unit lets The ZONE2 multi-room output includes an HDMI output that lets you
you enjoy flawless, high-definition picture quality. enjoy a different A/V source in that room, with another program playing
This unit also supports HDR (High Dynamic Range) and BT.2020 wide in the main room.
color gamut.
0 HDCP 2.2
This unit is compatible with HDCP 2.2 copyright protection standard.

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0 HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV 0 The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
devices (8 inputs, 3 outputs) network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 104)

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In Out

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For connection to a broad range of digital sources, this unit features 8 You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet
HDMI inputs, including 1 on the front panel that lets you quickly and Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC.
conveniently connect a camcorder, game console or other HDMI- This unit also supports Apple AirPlay which lets you stream your music
equipped device. There are dual HDMI outputs for the main room, and a library from an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® or iTunes®.
third HDMI output for ZONE2.
0 Supports AirPlay 2® wireless audio
0 eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) function compatibility Sync multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices/speakers for simultaneous
The eARC function is compatible with conventional ARC function- playback.
compatible audio formats in addition to multichannel linear PCM, Dolby This unit supports AirPlay 2 and requires iOS 11.4 or later.
TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X and other audio
formats a conventional ARC function cannot transmit.
Additionally, connecting to an eARC function-compatible television
enables enjoyment of higher-quality surround playback of the audio
content played from your television.

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0 Playback of DSD and FLAC files via USB and networks 0 Multi-Room audio (v p. 116)
This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as
DSD (5.6 MHz) and FLAC 192 kHz files. It provides high quality GMAIN ZONEH GZONE2H
playback of high resolution files.
0 Wireless connection with Bluetooth devices can be carried out
easily (v p. 77)

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You can select and play back the respective inputs in MAIN ZONE and
ZONE2.
In addition, when the All Zone Stereo function is used, the music being
played back in MAIN ZONE can be enjoyed in all the zones at the same
time. This is useful when you want to let the BGM propagate throughout
the whole house.
0 Energy-saving design
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You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc. This unit is equipped with an ECO Mode function that allows you to
enjoy music and movies while reducing the power consumption during
use, and also an auto-standby function that automatically turns off the
power supply when the unit is not in use. This helps reduce
unnecessary power use.

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0 Compatible with the “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” Appz for 0 HEOS provides streaming music from your favorite online music
performing basic operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhone or sources
Android™ devices (Google, Amazon Kindle Fire)
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Along with many new features, the graphics and user interface have
been completely overhauled. The new app gives you full control of the
AVR as well as access to its setup menu for detailed adjustments from
your phones or tablets. “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” App also gives you
quick access to the receiver's status display, option menus, Denon Blu-

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HEOS wireless multi-room sound system that enables you to enjoy your
ray Disc player control, and online owner's manual for your
favorite music anywhere and everywhere around your home. By utilizing
convenience.
your existing home network and the HEOS App (available for iOS,
z Download the appropriate “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” App for your iOS or Android and Amazon devices), you can explore, browse, and play
Android devices. This unit needs to be connected to the same LAN or Wi-Fi
music from your own music library or from many online streaming music
(wireless LAN) network that the iPhone or iPod touch is connected to.
services.
When multiple HEOS devices are connected to the same network,
HEOS devices can be grouped to play back the same music on all
devices simultaneously, or different music can be played on each
separate HEOS device.

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Easy operation
0 “Setup Assistant” provides easy-to-follow setup instructions
First select the language when prompted. Then simply follow the
instructions displayed on the TV screen to set up the speakers, network,
etc.
0 Easy to use Graphical User Interface
This unit is equipped with a Graphical User Interface for improved
operability.

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Part names and functions

Front panel

qw e r t y

u i o Q0 Q1 Q2

Q3 Q4 Q5 Q6
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For details, see the next page.

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qw e r t y C SOURCE SELECT knob

This selects the input source. (v p. 71)
D Remote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
E Display
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 19)
u i o Q0 Q1 F MASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 72)
G Tuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
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These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 85)
A Power operation button (X)
H ZONE2 ON/OFF button
Used to turn the power of the MAIN ZONE (room where this unit is
This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 144)
located) on/off (standby). (v p. 71)
I ZONE2 SOURCE button
B Power indicator
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 144)
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0 White: Power on J DIMMER button
0 Off: Normal standby
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 219)
0 Red: K STATUS button
0 When “HDMI Pass Through” is set to “On” (v p. 166) Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
0 When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 168)
display.
0 When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 209)

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N SETUP MIC jack

This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone.
(v p. 185)
O AUX1-HDMI connector
This is used to connect HDMI output compatible devices such as video
Q2 camcorders and game consoles. (v p. 60)
P USB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 62)
Q3 Q4 Q5 Q6
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L QUICK SELECT buttons
With a single press of any of these buttons, you can call up various
settings you’ve registered to each button such as the input source,
volume level and sound mode settings. (v p. 134)
M Headphones jack (PHONES)
This is used to connect headphones.
When the headphones are plugged into this jack, audio will no longer
be output from the connected speakers or from the PRE OUT
connectors.

NOTE
0 To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using
headphones.

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Display
q w e r t y u i

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A Input mode indicators E Tuner reception mode indicators
These light according to the audio input mode settings of each input These light up according to the reception conditions when the input
source. (v p. 181) source is set to “Tuner”.
B Surround back indicator TUNED: Lights up when the broadcast is properly tuned in.
This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround back STEREO: Lights up when receiving FM stereo broadcasts.
speakers. (v p. 196) F Sleep timer indicator
C Decoder indicators This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 132)
These light when Dolby or DTS signals are input or when the Dolby or
DTS decoder is running.
D Audyssey® indicator
This lights when “MultEQ® XT32”, “Dynamic EQ”, “Dynamic Volume” or
“Audyssey LFCTM” has been set up. (v p. 159)

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u i

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G Volume indicator
H MUTE indicator
This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 72)
I Information display
The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other
information are displayed here.
J Input signal indicators
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal.
(v p. 181)
K ZONE2 indicator
This lights up when ZONE2 (another room) power is turned on.
(v p. 144)

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Rear panel
q w e r t y q u

i o Q0 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q5
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For details, see the next page.

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q we r q B REMOTE CONTROL jacks

Used to connect infrared receivers/transmitters in order to operate this
unit and external devices from a different room. (v p. 67)
C Video connectors (VIDEO)
Used to connect devices equipped with video connectors.
0 “Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 58)
0 “Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 59)
D Digital audio connectors (DIGITAL AUDIO)
Used to connect devices equipped with digital audio connectors.
0 “Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
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A Bluetooth/wireless LAN antenna connectors incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
Used to connect the included external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)” (v p. 55)
connectivity when connecting to a network via wireless LAN, or when 0 “Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI
connecting to a handheld device via Bluetooth. (v p. 66) connector” (v p. 56)
A Place the external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity 0 “Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 58)
evenly over the screw terminal of rear. 0 “Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 59)
B Turn clockwise until the antennas is fully connected.
C Rotate the antenna upwards for best reception.

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F HDMI connectors
t y u Used to connect devices equipped with HDMI connectors.
0 “Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC (Enhanced
Audio Return Channel)” (v p. 53)
0 “Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel)” (v p. 55)
0 “Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 58)
0 “Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 59)
G AC inlet (AC IN)
i Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 69)
H RS-232C connector
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Used to connect home automation controller devices fitted with
E NETWORK connector
RS-232C connectors. Consult the owner’s manual of the home
Used to connect to a LAN cable when connecting to a wired LAN
automation controller for more information about serial control of this
network. (v p. 65)
unit.
Perform the operation below beforehand.
A Turn on the power of this unit.
B Turn off the power of this unit from the external controller.
C Check that the unit is in the standby mode.

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L Analog audio connectors (AUDIO)

Used to connect devices equipped with analog audio connectors.
0 “Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 58)
0 “Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 59)
0 “Connecting a turntable” (v p. 61)
M Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS)
Used to connect speakers. (v p. 36)
N PRE OUT connectors
Used to connect a subwoofer with built-in amplifier or an external power
o Q0 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Q5 amplifier.
0 “Connecting the subwoofer” (v p. 37)
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0 “Connecting an external power amplifier” (v p. 51)
I TRIGGER OUT jack
0 “Connection 3 : Connection using an external amplifier
Used to connect devices equipped with the trigger function.
(v p. 68) (ZONE2)” (v p. 143)

J FM/AM antenna terminals (ANTENNA) O Component video connectors (COMPONENT VIDEO)

Used to connect FM antennas and AM loop antennas. (v p. 63) Used to connect devices equipped with component video connectors.
0 “Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI
K SIGNAL GND terminal connector” (v p. 56)
Used to connect a ground wire for the turntable. (v p. 61)
0 “Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 58)
0 “Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 59)

NOTE
0 Do not touch the inner pins of the connectors on the rear panel. Electrostatic
discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.

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Remote control unit

A ZONE SELECT buttons
These switch the zone (MAIN ZONE, ZONE2) that is operated through
the remote control unit.
q 0 “Playback in ZONE2” (v p. 144)
0 “Menu operations” (v p. 150)
B Input source select buttons
These selects the input source.
w 0 “Selecting the input source” (v p. 71)
0 “Playback in ZONE2” (v p. 144)
C Channel/page search buttons (CH/PAGE df)
These select radio stations registered to presets or switch pages.
e (v p. 85)
D MUTE button (:)
r This mutes the output audio.
t 0 “Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting)” (v p. 72)
0 “Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) (ZONE2)” (v p. 145)
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E Information button (INFO)
This displays the status information on the TV screen. (v p. 224)
F Cursor buttons (uio p)
These select items.

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G BACK button
This returns to the previous screen.
Q1 H System buttons
Q2 These perform playback related operations.
Tuning up / Tuning down buttons (TUNE +, –)
These select either FM broadcast or AM broadcast. (v p. 82)
I QUICK SELECT buttons (1 – 4)
These call up settings registered to each button, such as input source,
volume level and sound mode settings. (v p. 134)
J SOUND MODE buttons
These select the sound mode. (v p. 117)
K Remote control signal transmitter
This transmits signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
L SLEEP button
This sets the sleep timer. (v p. 132)

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M POWER button (X)

This turns the power on/off.
0 “Turning the power on” (v p. 71)
0 “Playback in ZONE2” (v p. 144)

Q3 N ECO Mode button (G)

This switches to ECO Mode. (v p. 212)
O VOLUME buttons (df)
These adjusts the volume level.
0 “Adjusting the volume” (v p. 72)
0 “Adjusting the volume (ZONE2)” (v p. 145)
Q4 P OPTION button
This displays the option menu on the TV screen.
Q5 Q ENTER button
This determines the selection.
Q6 R SETUP button
Q7 This displays the menu on the TV screen. (v p. 150)

Q8

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o Contents o Cables used for connections

Speaker installation 29 Provide necessary cables according to the devices you want to
connect.
Connecting speakers 36
Connecting a TV 52
Connecting a playback device 57 Speaker cable

Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 62

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Connecting an FM/AM antenna 63 Subwoofer cable
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 65

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Connecting an external control device 67 HDMI cable

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Connecting the power cord 69

Component video cable

NOTE
0 Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been completed.
However, when the “Setup Assistant” is running, follow the instructions in the

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“Setup Assistant” (page 9 in the separate “Quick Start Guide”) screen for making
Video cable
connections. (During “Setup Assistant” operation, the input/output connectors do
not conduct current.)

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0 Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing so can result in Coaxial digital cable
noise.

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Optical cable

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L L
Audio cable
R R

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LAN cable

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Speaker installation
Determine the speaker system depending on the number of speakers you
are using and install each speaker and subwoofer in the room. Place the FRONT left and right speakers an
FL/FR
Speaker installation is explained using this example of a typical equal distance from the main listening position.
(Front speaker left/
installation. The distance between each speaker and your TV
right):
should also be the same.
C Place the CENTER speaker in between the front
(Center speaker): speakers and above or below your TV.
Place the SURROUND left and right speakers an
SL/SR equal distance to the left and right sides of the
FL FR (Surround speaker left/ main listening position. If you don’t have
SL C SW2 SR right): surround back speakers, move the surround
speakers slightly behind your listening position.
SW1
Place the SURROUND BACK left and right
speakers an equal distance from the main
SBL/SBR
SBL SB SBR listening position and directly behind the main
(Surround back
listening position. When using a single surround
speaker left/right):
.
back speaker (SB), place it directly behind the
listening position.
Place the SUBWOOFER at a convenient location
SW 1/2 near the front speakers. If you have two
(Subwoofer): subwoofers, place them asymmetrically across
the front of your room.

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Place the FRONT HEIGHT left and right speakers

FHL/FHR
TML TMR directly above the front speakers. Mount them as
TFL TFR (Front height speaker
close to the ceiling as possible and aim them
FHL FHR left/right):
towards the main listening position.
Mount the TOP FRONT left and right speakers on
TFL/TFR
the ceiling slightly in front of your main listening
(Top front speaker
position and aligned with the left and right front
left/right):
speakers.
TML/TMR Mount the TOP MIDDLE left and right speakers
(Top middle speaker directly above the main listening position and
left/right): aligned with the left and right front speakers.
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About Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers

Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers reflect the sound off the ceiling to allow
the sound to come from over your head by using a special upward-
pointing speaker that is placed on the floor.
You can enjoy the Dolby Atmos 3D sound even in an environment where
FDL FDR speakers cannot be installed on the ceiling.
SDL SDR
.
Place the FRONT Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker
FDL/FDR on the front speaker. For a Dolby Atmos Enabled
(Front Dolby speaker integrated with a front speaker, place the Dolby
left/right): Atmos Enabled speaker instead of the front
speaker.
Place the SURROUND Dolby Atmos Enabled

.
SDL/SDR speaker on the surround speaker. For a Dolby
(Surround Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker integrated with a surround
speaker left/right): speaker, place the Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker
instead of the surround speaker.

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Height speakers layout

0 This unit is compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X which offers an even wider FHL FHR
and deeper surround sensation.
0 Dolby Atmos is not supported in a 5.1-channel or less speaker configuration.
0 DTS:X can be selected regardless of the speaker configuration. FL FR
0 Use the illustration below as a guide for how high each speaker should be TFL C TFR
installed. The height does not need to be exactly the same.

Top middle speaker TML TMR

Top front speaker SL SR

Front height
speaker
Point slightly Surround
z3 speaker
downwards 2
z GViewed from the topH
Surround
z1

.
back
speaker

Front speaker
GViewed from the sideH
z1: 30° – 45° z2: 30° – 55° z3: 65° – 100°
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o When 7.1-channel speakers are installed using o When 5.1-channel speakers are installed
surround back speakers

FL FR
FL FR

SW C z1
SW C z2
z1
z2 z3 SL SR
SL SR

.
Listening z1 22° - 30° z2 120°
SBL position SBR
.
z1 22° - 30° z2 90° - 110° z3 135° - 150°

0 When using a single surround back speaker, place it directly behind the listening
position.

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o Layout including height speakers and ceiling n Ceiling speaker layout example
speakers Combination of 5.1-channel layout and top middle speakers.

n Height speaker layout example TML TMR

Combination of 5.1-channel layout and front height speakers.

FL FR
SL SW C SR
FHL FHR

FL FR
SL SW C SR

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n Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker layout example

Combination of 5.1-channel layout and front Dolby speakers.

FDL FDR

SL FL SW C FR SR
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Connecting speakers
Here we connect the speakers in the room to this unit.

Before connecting speakers

NOTE NOTE
0 Disconnect this unit’s power plug from the power outlet before connecting the 0 Carry out the following settings when using a speaker with an impedance of 4 – 6
speakers. Also, turn off the subwoofer. Ω/ohms.
0 Connect so that the speaker cable core wires do not protrude from the speaker 1. Press and hold the main unit’s ZONE2 SOURCE and STATUS at the same
terminal. The protection circuit may be activated if the core wires touch the rear
time for at least 3 seconds.
panel or if the + and - sides touch each other. (“Protection circuit” (v p. 278))
0 Never touch the speaker terminals while the power cord is connected. Doing so “V.Format:< NTSC>” appears on the display.
could result in electric shock. When the “Setup Assistant” (page 9 in the separate 2. Press DIMMER on the main unit three times.
“Quick Start Guide”) is running, follow the instructions in the “Setup Assistant” “Sp.Imp.:<8ohms>” appears on the display.
screen for making connections. (Power is not supplied to the speaker terminals 3. Press TUNER PRESET CH + or TUNER PRESET CH - on the main unit to
while the “Setup Assistant” is running.)
select the impedance.
0 Use speakers with an impedance of 4 – 16 Ω/ohms.
8ohms Select when the impedance for all of the
(Default): connected speakers is 8 Ω/ohms or over.
Select when the impedance for any of the
6ohms:
connected speakers is 6 Ω/ohms.
Select when the impedance for any of the
4ohms:
connected speakers is 4 Ω/ohms.

4. Press the main unit’s STATUS to complete the setting.

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o Connecting the speaker cables o Connecting the subwoofer

Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – Use a subwoofer cable to connect the subwoofer. Two subwoofers can
(black) polarities on the speakers being connected to this unit, and be be connected to this unit.
sure to connect the channels and polarities correctly. To use two subwoofers, set “Subwoofer” to “2 spkrs” in the “Speaker
Config.” setting. (v p. 195)
1 Peel off about 3/8 inch (10 mm) of sheathing from the
tip of the speaker cable, then either twist the core wire
The level and distance can be set separately for Subwoofer 1 and
Subwoofer 2.
tightly or terminate it.

.
2 Turn the speaker terminal counterclockwise to loosen it.
.
3 Insert the speaker cable’s core wire to the hilt into the
speaker terminal.

SW1 SW2

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4 Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to tighten it.
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o About the cable labels (supplied) for channel Speaker Color

identification FRONT L White
FRONT R Red
The channel display section for speaker terminals on the rear panel is
color-coded for each channel to be identifiable. CENTER Green
Attach the cable label corresponding to each speaker to each speaker SURROUND L Light Blue
cable. SURROUND R Blue
This makes it easy to connect the correct cable to the speaker SURROUND BACK L Beige
terminals on the rear panel. SURROUND BACK R Brown
FRONT HEIGHT L Beige
FRONT HEIGHT R Brown
ZONE2 L Beige
ZONE2 R Brown
TOP FRONT L Beige
TOP FRONT R Brown
TOP MIDDLE L Beige
TOP MIDDLE R Brown
FRONT DOLBY L Beige
FRONT DOLBY R Brown
SURROUND DOLBY L Beige
SURROUND DOLBY R Brown
SUBWOOFER 1 Black
SUBWOOFER 2 Black

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Attach the cable label for each channel to its speaker cable as shown
in the diagram.
Refer to the table and attach the label to each speaker cable.
Then, make connection so that the color of the speaker terminal
matches that of the cable label.
G How to attach the cable labels H

Speaker
This unit
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Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings

This unit has a built-in 7-channel power amplifier. In addition to the basic 5.1-channel system, a variety of speaker systems can be configured by changing
the “Amp Assign” settings to suit the application, such as 7.1-channel systems, bi-amp connections and 2-channel systems for multi-zone playback.
(v p. 193)
Perform “Amp Assign” settings to suit the number of rooms and speaker configuration to be installed. (v p. 193)
Playback speaker and zone Connection
“Amp Assign” settings
MAIN ZONE ZONE2 page
5.1-channel 2-channel (Pre-out) Can be set in all “Amp Assign” modes. 41
7.1-channel (surround back) 2-channel (Pre-out) Surround Back 42
7.1-channel (front height) 2-channel (Pre-out) Front Height 43
7.1-channel (top front) 2-channel (Pre-out) Top Front 44
7.1-channel (top middle) 2-channel (Pre-out) Top Middle 45
7.1-channel (front Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker) 2-channel (Pre-out) Front Dolby 46
7.1-channel (surround Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker) 2-channel (Pre-out) Surround Dolby 47
5.1-channel (bi-amp connection for front speaker) 2-channel (Pre-out) Bi-Amp 48
5.1-channel + second pair of front speaker 2-channel (Pre-out) Front B 49
2-channel
5.1-channel ZONE2 (Default) 50
(Speaker out)

0 The sound mode that can be selected varies according to the speaker configuration. See “Sound modes and channel output” (v p. 262) for the sound modes that are
supported.

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Connecting 5.1-channel speakers

This serves as a basic 5.1-channel surround system.

FL FR

SW C

SL SR

SW FR FL C SR SL
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Connecting 7.1-channel speakers

System for 7.1-channel surround playback.

o Example connections when using surround back speakers

This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with surround back speakers.

FL FR

SW C

SL SR

SBL SBR SW FR FL C SR SL SBR SBL

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.
0 Set “Assign Mode” to “Surround Back” in the menu. (v p. 193) 0 When using a single surround back speaker, connect it to the SURROUND BACK
L terminal.

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o Example connections when using front height speakers

This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with front height speakers.

FHL FHR

FL FR

SW C

SL SR

SW FR FL C SR SL FHR FHL
.
.
0 Set “Assign Mode” to “Front Height” in the menu. (v p. 193)

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o Example connections when using top front speakers

This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with top front speakers.

TFL TFR

FL FR
SL SW C SR
.
SW FR FL C SR SL TFR TFL

.
0 Set “Assign Mode” to “Top Front” in the menu. (v p. 193)

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o Example connections when using top middle speakers

This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with top middle speakers.

TML TMR

FL FR
SL SW C SR
.
SW FR FL C SR SL TMR TML

.
0 Set “Assign Mode” to “Top Middle” in the menu. (v p. 193)

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o Example connections when using front Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers

This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with front Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers.

FDL FDR

SL FL SW C FR SR
.
SW FR FL C SR SL FDR FDL

.
0 Set “Assign Mode” to “Front Dolby” in the menu. (v p. 193)

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o Example connections when using surround Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers

This 7.1-channel surround system is the same as a basic 5.1-channel system but with surround Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers.

FL FR
SDL SDR
SW C
SL SR
.
SW FR FL C SR SL SDR SDL

.
0 Set “Assign Mode” to “Surround Dolby” in the menu. (v p. 193)

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Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Bi-amp connection of front speaker

This system plays back 5.1-channels. You can use the bi-amp connection for front speakers. Bi-amp connection is a method to connect separate
amplifiers to the tweeter terminal and woofer terminal of a speaker that supports bi-amplification. This connection enables back EMF (power returned
without being output) from the woofer to flow into the tweeter without affecting the sound quality, producing a higher sound quality.

FL FR
(Bi-Amp) (Bi-Amp)

SW C

SL SR

SW C SR SL
.
0 Set “Assign Mode” to “Bi-Amp” in the menu. (v p. 194)
(R) (L)
NOTE
0 When making bi-amp connections, be sure to remove the short-circuiting plate or
q w q w
wire between the speaker’s woofer and tweeter terminals.
FR FL
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Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speaker

This system enables switching playback between front speakers A and B as desired.

FL FL FR FR
(B) (A) (A) (B)

SW C

SL SR

SW FR (A) FL (A) C SR SL FR (B) FL (B)

.
.
0 Set “Assign Mode” to “Front B” in the menu. (v p. 194)

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Connecting multi-zone speakers

o 5.1-channel (MAIN ZONE) + 2-channel (ZONE2) speaker connection
This connection method constructs a 5.1-channel speaker system in the MAIN ZONE and a 2-channel system in ZONE2.

MAIN ZONE

FL FR

SW C

SL SR

SW FR FL C SR SL ZONE2 ZONE2
.
R L
ZONE2

.
0 Set “Assign Mode” to “ZONE2” in the menu. (v p. 194)
ZONE2 ZONE2
L R
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o Connecting an external power amplifier

You can use this unit as a pre-amp by connecting an external power amplifier to the PRE OUT connectors. By adding a power amplifier to each
channel, the realness of the sound can be further enhanced.
Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
Subwoofer Subwoofer
(Primary) Power amplifier (Secondary)
AUDIO AUDIO AUDIO
SUB- FRONT CENTER SURROUND SURROUND SUB-
WOOFER BACK WOOFER
1 L R L R L R 2

L R L R L R

L R L R L R
.
0 When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel (L) terminal.

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Connecting a TV
Connect a TV to this unit so that the input video is output to the TV. You can also enjoy audio from the TV on this unit.
How to connect a TV depends on the connectors and functions equipped on the TV.
ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) function plays TV audio on this unit by sending the TV audio signal to this unit via
HDMI cable.

Is the TV equipped with an HDMI connector?

Yes

Is the TV compatible with the ARC / eARC?

Yes No No
.
“Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI “Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI “Connection 3 : TV equipped without
connector and compatible with the ARC (Audio connector and incompatible with the ARC (Audio an HDMI connector” (v p. 56)
Return Channel) / eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) / eARC (Enhanced Audio Return
Return Channel)” (v p. 53) Channel)” (v p. 55)

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Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and compatible with the ARC
(Audio Return Channel) / eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
Use an HDMI cable to connect a TV that is compatible with the ARC / eARC function to this unit.
Set “HDMI Control” to “On” or “ARC” to “On” when using a TV that supports the ARC function. (v p. 168)
Using an eARC function-compatible television enables audio playback from the speaker connected to this unit, regardless of “HDMI Control” and “ARC”
settings in the menu.
TV
HDMI
IN
(ARC)
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0 When using the ARC / eARC function, connect to the HDMI MONITOR 1 connector.
0 eARC function settings may be required depending on the eARC function-compatible television you are using. Make sure eARC is set to on if this setting exists on your
television. For more information, check your television’s owner’s manual.
0 When an ARC and an eARC function-compatible televisions are connected, the eARC function-compatible television is prioritized.
0 Use a “High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet” when using an ARC / eARC function-compatible television.

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Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC
(Audio Return Channel) / eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
Use an HDMI cable to connect the TV to this unit.
To listen to audio from TV on this unit, use an optical cable to connect the TV to this unit.
TV
OUT IN
OPTICAL HDMI
OUT IN
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Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector

Use a component video cable to connect the TV to this unit.
To listen to audio from TV on this unit, use an optical cable to connect the TV to this unit.
TV
OUT IN
OPTICAL COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT IN
Y PB PR

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Connecting a playback device

This unit is equipped with three types of video input connectors (HDMI, component video and composite video) and three types of audio input connectors
(HDMI, digital audio and audio).
Select input connectors on this unit according to the connectors equipped on the device you want to connect.
If the device connected to this unit is equipped with an HDMI connector, it is recommended to use HDMI connections.
In the HDMI connection, audio and video signals can be transmitted through a single HDMI cable.

0 “Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 58)

0 “Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 59)
0 “Connecting a video camcorder or game console” (v p. 60)
0 “Connecting a turntable” (v p. 61)

0 Connect devices to this unit as indicated by the input sources printed on the audio/video input connectors of this unit.
0 The source that is assigned to the HDMI IN, DIGITAL AUDIO IN, COMPONENT VIDEO IN, VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN connectors can be changed. See “Input Assign” on how
to change the input source assigned to the input connectors. (v p. 178)
0 To play back audio signals that are input to this unit on a TV connected via HDMI, set in the menu “HDMI Audio Out” to “TV”. (v p. 166)
0 To enjoy content that is copyright protected by HDCP 2.2, use a playback device and TV compatible with HDCP 2.2 only.

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Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)

This explanation uses the connection with a satellite tuner/cable TV STB as an example.
Select the input connectors on this unit to match the connectors on the device that you want to connect to.
(HDMI incompatible device)
Satellite tuner/ Satellite tuner/
Cable TV Cable TV
AUDIO VIDEO
AUDIO COAXIAL VIDEO
OUT OUT OUT HDMI
R L OUT

R L

or

R L
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Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player

This explanation uses the connection with a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player as an example.
Select the input connectors on this unit to match the connectors on the device that you want to connect to.
(HDMI incompatible device) (HDMI incompatible device)
Blu-ray Disc player DVD player DVD player Blu-ray Disc player
AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO VIDEO
AUDIO AUDIO COAXIAL COMPONENT VIDEO
OUT VIDEO OUT OUT OUT HDMI HDMI
R L OUT R L Y PB PR OUT OUT

R L R L

or or

R L R L
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Connecting a video camcorder or game console

This explanation uses the connection with a video camcorders as an example.
Connect a playback device to this unit, such as a video camcorder or game console.
Video camcorder

HDMI
OUT

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Connecting a turntable
This unit is compatible with turntables equipped with a moving magnet (MM) phono cartridge. When you connect to a turntable with a low output moving
coil (MC) cartridge, use a commercially available MC head amp or a step-up transformer.
If you set this unit’s input source to “Phono” and you accidentally increase the volume without having a turntable connected, you may hear a hum noise
from the speakers.

Turntable
(MM cartridge)

AUDIO GND
OUT

L R

NOTE
0 The earth terminal (SIGNAL GND) of this unit is not for safety grounding
purposes. If this terminal is connected when there is a lot of noise, the
noise can be reduced. Note that depending on the turntable,
connecting the ground line may have the reverse effect of increasing
noise. In this case, it is not necessary to connect the ground line.

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Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port

For operating instructions see “Playing a USB memory device” (v p. 73).
USB memory
device

.
0 Denon does not guarantee that all USB memory devices will operate or receive power. When using a portable USB hard disk drive (HDD) which came with an AC adapter,
use that device’s supplied AC adapter.

NOTE
0 USB memory devices will not work via a USB hub.
0 It is not possible to use this unit by connecting the unit’s USB port to a PC via a USB cable.
0 Do not use an extension cable when connecting a USB memory device. This may cause radio interference with other devices.

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Connecting an FM/AM antenna

Connect the antenna, tune in to a broadcast and then move the antenna to
AM loop antenna
the location where there is least noise. Then use tape, etc. to fix the (supplied)
antenna in this location. (“Listening to FM/AM broadcasts” (v p. 81))

0 If you are unable to receive a good broadcast signal, we recommend installing an

outdoor antenna. For details, inquire at the retail store where you purchased the
unit.

NOTE q w e
0 Make sure the AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of the
panel.

FM indoor antenna
(supplied)

Black
White

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o Using the AM loop antenna o AM loop antenna assembly

1
Suspending on a wall
Put the stand section through the bottom of the loop
Suspend directly on a wall without assembling.
antenna from the rear and bend it forward.

2 Insert the projecting part into the square hole in the

stand.

Stand
Nail, tack, etc.
Square hole
.
Standing alone
Loop antenna
Use the procedure shown above to assemble. Projecting part
When assembling, refer to “AM loop antenna assembly”.

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Connecting to a home network (LAN)

This unit can connect to a network using a wired LAN or wireless LAN.
You can connect this unit to your home network (LAN) to enable various Wired LAN
types of playback and operations as described below. To make connections via wired LAN, use a LAN cable to connect the
0 Playback of network audio such as Internet Radio and from your media router to this unit as shown in the figure below.
server(s)
0 Playback of streaming music services
NAS
PC (Network Attached Storage)
0 Using the Apple AirPlay function
0 Operation on this unit via the network
Modem

0 Operation with the HEOS wireless multi-room sound system Internet

0 Firmware Update

For connections to the Internet, contact an ISP (Internet Service

To WAN side

Provider) or a computer shop. To LAN port

To LAN port LAN port/ LAN port/
Ethernet Ethernet
connector connector

Router

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Wireless LAN
0 When using this unit, we recommend you use a router equipped with the following
When connecting to the network via wireless LAN, connect the external functions:
antennas for Bluetooth/wireless connectivity connection to the rear panel
0 Built-in DHCP server
and stand them upright. This function automatically assigns IP addresses on the LAN.
See “Wi-Fi Setup” on how to connect to a wireless LAN router. 0 Built-in 100BASE-TX switch
(v p. 205) When connecting multiple devices, we recommend a switching hub with a
speed of 100 Mbps or greater.
Internet
Modem 0 Only use a shielded STP or ScTP LAN cable (readily available at electronics
stores). (CAT-5 or greater recommended)
0 The normal shielded-type LAN cable is recommended.
If a flat-type cable or unshielded-type cable is used, other devices could be
affected by noise.
0 When using this unit connected to a network with no DHCP function, configure the
To WAN side IP address, etc. in “Network”. (v p. 204)

NOTE
0 The types of routers that can be used depend on the ISP. Contact your ISP or a
computer shop for details.
0 This unit is not compatible with PPPoE. A PPPoE compatible router is required if
Router with access point
your contracted line is not set using PPPoE.
0 Do not connect a NETWORK connector directly to the LAN port / Ethernet
connector on your computer.
0 Various online services may be discontinued without prior notice.
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Connecting an external control device

REMOTE CONTROL jacks
When this unit is installed in a location where the remote control signals cannot reach (installation in a cabinet etc.), it can still be controlled by the remote
control by connecting a remote control receiver unit (sold separately).
You can also use it to remotely control ZONE2 (another room).
Infrared
retransmitter Infrared sensor

AUX Output
OUT
Input

Device fitted with REMOTE CONTROL IN connectors

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TRIGGER OUT jack

When a device with TRIGGER IN jack is connected, the connected device’s power on/standby can be controlled through linked operation to this unit.
The TRIGGER OUT jack outputs a maximum 12 V DC/150 mA electrical signal.

12 V DC/150 mA trigger-compatible device

.
NOTE
0 Use a monaural mini-plug cable for connecting the TRIGGER OUT jack. Do not use a stereo mini-plug cable.
0 If the permissible trigger input level for the connected device is larger than 12 V DC/150 mA, or has shorted, the TRIGGER OUT jack cannot be used. In this case, turn off the
power to the unit, and disconnect it.

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Connecting the power cord

After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet.

Power cord (supplied)

To household power outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
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o Contents
Playback network audio/service
Listening to Internet Radio 89
Basic operation Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 91
Turning the power on 71 Getting the HEOS App 95
Selecting the input source 71 AirPlay function 104
Adjusting the volume 72 Spotify Connect function 108
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 72
Selecting a sound mode 117
Convenience functions
Convenience functions 109
Playback a device HDMI Control function 129
Playing a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 72 Smart Menu function 130
Playing a USB memory device 73 Sleep timer function 132
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 77 Quick select plus function 134
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 81 Panel lock function 137
Remote lock function 139

Other functions
Web control function 140
Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) 142

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Basic operation
Turning the power on
POWER X
1 Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit.

Input source 0 You can press the input source select button when the unit is in standby mode to
turn on the power.
select 0 You can also switch the power to standby by pressing X on the main unit.
buttons

VOLUME df Selecting the input source

MUTE :
1 Press the input source select button to be played back.
The desired input source can be selected directly.

0 You can also select the input source by turning SOURCE SELECT on the main
unit.
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Adjusting the volume Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc

player
1 Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume.
The following describes the procedure for playing DVD player/Blu-ray Disc
player.
0 The variable range differs according to the input signal and channel level setting.
0 You can also adjust the master volume by turning MASTER VOLUME on the main 1 Prepare for playback.
unit. A Turn on the power of the TV, subwoofer and player.
B Change the TV input to the input of this unit.

Turning off the sound temporarily 2 Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit.
(Muting)
3 Press DVD or Blu-ray to switch an input source for a
player used for playback.
1 Press MUTE :.
0 MUTE indicator on the display flashes. 4 Play the DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player.
0 : appears on the TV screen.
o Surround playback (v p. 117)
0 The sound is reduced to the level set at “Mute Level” in the menu. (v p. 158)
0 To cancel mute, either adjust the sound volume or press MUTE : again.

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Playing a USB memory device

0 Playing back music files stored on a USB memory device.
0 Only USB memory devices conforming to mass storage class standards
can be played on this unit.
0 This unit is compatible with USB memory devices in “FAT16” or
“FAT32” format.
0 The audio format types and specifications supported by this unit for
playback are as follows.
See “Playing back a USB memory devices” (v p. 258) for details.
USB 0 WMA
0 MP3
0 WAV
CH/PAGE df 0 MPEG-4 AAC
0 FLAC
0 Apple Lossless
OPTION
0 DSD
uio p
ENTER

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Playing files stored on USB memory 4 Browse the music on your USB memory device and
devices select something to play.

1 Insert a FAT32 formatted USB memory device into the

USB port.
0 When you select something to play you will be asked how you want to
queue up your music.

2 Press USB to switch the input source to “USB”.

Play Now:
Inserts the item into the queue after the
currently playing track and plays the

3 Select the name of this unit.

Play Now & Replace
selected item immediately.
Clears the queue and plays the
Queue: selected item immediately.
Inserts the item into the queue after the
Play Next: current song and plays it when the
current song ends.
Add to End of Queue: Adds the item to the end of the queue.

USB Music - Nature

Naure 01

Play Now Nature 01

Various Artists
Play Now & Replace Queue
Nature 02
Play Next Various Artists
Nature 03
Add to End of Queue
Various Artists

Cancel
Nature 04
Various Artists
Nature 05
Various Artists

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Operation buttons Function
Use ui to select the “Play Now” or “Play Now &
Replace Queue”, then press ENTER. 1/3 Playback / Pause
Playback starts. 89 Skip to previous track / Skip to next track
Switch to the previous page/next page in
CH/PAGE d f
NOW PLAYING
the list display
Nature

0 When an MP3 music file includes album art data, the album art can be displayed while
playing the file.

2:45
Nature 01 - Various Artists
-2:21
NOTE
0 Note that Denon will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any problems arising with
the data on a USB memory device when using this unit in conjunction with the USB
memory device.
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o Operations accessible through the option

menu
0 “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 112)
0 “Adjusting the tone (Tone)” (v p. 113)
0 “Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select)” (v p. 114)
0 “Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)” (v p. 116)

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Listening to music on a Bluetooth device

Music files stored on Bluetooth devices such as smartphones, digital
music players, etc. can be enjoyed on this unit by pairing and connecting
this unit with the Bluetooth device.
POWER X Communication is possible up to a range of about 98.4 ft/30 m.

NOTE
0 To play back music from a Bluetooth device, the Bluetooth device needs to
support the A2DP profile.
Bluetooth

OPTION

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Playing music from Bluetooth device 4 Select this unit when its name appears in the list of
devices displayed on the screen of the Bluetooth
In order to enjoy music from a Bluetooth device on this unit, the Bluetooth
device must first be paired with this unit.
device.
Once the Bluetooth device has been paired, it does not need to be paired Connect to the Bluetooth device while “Pairing” is being displayed
again. on the display of the unit.
Perform the connection with the Bluetooth device close to the unit

1 Prepare for playback. (about 3.3 ft/1 m).

A Connect the supplied external antennas for Bluetooth/wireless

connectivity to the Bluetooth/wireless LAN antenna connectors
5 Play music using any app on your Bluetooth device.
0 The Bluetooth device can also be operated with the remote
on the rear panel. (v p. 22)
control of this unit.
B Press POWER X to turn on power to the unit.
0 The next time the Bluetooth button is pressed on the remote

2 Press Bluetooth. control unit, this unit automatically connects to the last Bluetooth
device that was connected.
When using for the first time, the unit will go into the pairing mode
automatically and “Pairing...” will appear on the display of the unit. Operation buttons Function

3 Activate the Bluetooth settings on your mobile device. 1/3

89
Playback / Pause
Skip to previous track / Skip to next track

0 Press STATUS on this unit during playback to switch the display between Title
name, Artist name, Album name, etc.

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Pairing with other Bluetooth devices NOTE

Pair a Bluetooth device with this unit. 0 To operate the Bluetooth device with the remote control of this unit, the Bluetooth
device needs to support the AVRCP profile.

1 Activate the Bluetooth settings on your mobile device. 0 The remote control of this unit is not guaranteed to work with all Bluetooth devices.
0 Depending on the type of Bluetooth device, this unit outputs audio that is coupled

2
to the volume setting on the Bluetooth device.
Press and hold Bluetooth on the remote control unit for
at least 3 seconds. o Operations accessible through the option
This unit will go into the pairing mode.
menu
3 Select this unit when its name appears in the list of
devices displayed on the screen of the Bluetooth
0 “Pairing with other Bluetooth devices” (v p. 79)
0 “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
device. (Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 112)
0 “Adjusting the tone (Tone)” (v p. 113)
0 “Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
0 This unit can be paired with a maximum of 8 Bluetooth devices. When a 9th Select)” (v p. 114)
Bluetooth device is paired, it will be registered in place of the oldest registered
0 “Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)” (v p. 116)
device.
0 You can also enter pairing mode by pressing the OPTION button when the
Bluetooth playback screen is displayed and selecting “Pairing Mode” from the
displayed option menu.

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Reconnecting to this unit from a

Bluetooth device
After pairing is completed, the Bluetooth device can be connected without
performing any operations on this unit.
This operation also needs to be performed when switching the Bluetooth
device for playback.

1 If a Bluetooth device is currently connected, deactivate

the Bluetooth setting of that device to disconnect it.

2 Activate the Bluetooth setting of the Bluetooth device

to be connected.

3 Select this unit from the Bluetooth device list on your

Bluetooth device.

4 Play music using any app on your Bluetooth device.

0 The screen automatically switches to the “Bluetooth” playback screen if a

Bluetooth device is connected while the power of this unit is on.
0 When the “Network Control” setting of this unit is set to “Always On” and a
Bluetooth device is connected with the unit in the standby state, the power of the
unit will be turned on automatically. (v p. 209)

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Listening to FM/AM broadcasts

You can use the built-in tuner of this unit to listen to FM broadcasts and
AM broadcasts.
Make sure the FM antenna and AM loop antenna are connected to this
unit first.

TUNER

CH/PAGE df

OPTION
uio p
ENTER

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Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 5 Use o p to select “FM” or “AM”, then press ENTER.

1 Connect the antenna. (“Connecting an FM/AM

antenna” (v p. 63))
FM:
AM:
When listening to an FM broadcast.
When listening to an AM broadcast.

2 Press TUNER to switch the input source to “Tuner”.

6 Press TUNE + or TUNE – to select the station you want
listen to.
G TV screen H
Scanning is performed until it finds an available radio station. When
Tuner
it finds a radio station, it stops the scan automatically and tunes in.
STEREO AUTO

Now Playing
0 The modes for receiving FM broadcasts consists of “Auto” mode that automatically
searches available broadcast stations and “Manual” mode that lets you tune in
CH 1 FM 92.10MHz

using buttons to change the frequency. The default setting is “Auto”. You can also
use “Direct Tune” to tune in by entering the frequency directly.
In “Auto” mode, you cannot tune in to radio stations if the reception is not good.
Tune Preset OPTION Option
If this is the case, then use the “Manual” mode or “Direct Tune” mode to tune in.

Operation buttons Function

.
GDisplay of this unitH TUNE +, – Selects the radio station (up/down)
CH/PAGE d f Selects preset radio stations
01 FM 92.10MHz
ui Selects the radio station (up/down)
.
3
op Selects preset radio stations
Press OPTION.
The option menu screen is displayed.

4 Use ui to select “FM/AM”, then press ENTER.

This displays the reception band input screen.

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o Operations accessible through the option

Tuning in by entering the frequency
menu
0 “Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune)” (v p. 83)
(Direct Tune)
0 “Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode)” (v p. 84) You can enter the receiving frequency directly to tune in.
0 “Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto Preset
Memory)” (v p. 84) 1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”.
0 “Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset The option menu screen is displayed.
Memory)” (v p. 85)
0 “Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset
Name)” (v p. 86)
2 Use ui to select “Direct Tune”, then press ENTER.
The screen that lets you enter the frequency is displayed.
“Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip)” (v p. 87)
3
0
0 “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source Use ui to select a number, then press p.
(Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 112) 0 If o is pressed, the immediately preceding input is cancelled.
“Adjusting the tone (Tone)” (v p. 113)
4
0
0 “Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video Repeat step 3 and enter the frequency of the radio
Select)” (v p. 114) station you want to hear.
“Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)” (v p. 116)
5
0
When setting is completed, press ENTER.
The preset frequency is tuned in.

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Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) Tuning in to stations and presetting
You can change the mode for tuning into FM and AM broadcasts. If you them automatically (Auto Preset
cannot tune in automatically with “Auto” mode, change the mode to
“Manual” and tune in manually.
Memory)
A maximum of 56 radio stations can be automatically preset.
1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”.
The option menu screen is displayed. 1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”.
The option menu screen is displayed.
2 Use ui to select “Tune Mode”, then press ENTER.
2 Use ui to select “Auto Preset Memory”, then press
3 Use o p to select the tune mode, then press ENTER. ENTER.

Auto:
Automatically search for and tune to a
receivable radio station.
3 Press ENTER.
The unit starts to tune in to radio stations automatically and preset
Manually change the frequency one them.
Manual: step at a time each time the button is 0 When presetting is completed, “Completed” is displayed for about
pressed. 5 seconds and the option menu screen turns off.

0 The preset memory is overwritten.

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Presetting the current broadcast Channel Default settings

92.10 / 92.30 / 92.50 / 92.70 / 93.10 / 93.50 / 93.70 / 94.10
station (Preset Memory) 1–8
MHz
Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune them 94.30 / 94.50 / 94.70 / 94.90 / 95.10 / 95.30 / 95.50 / 95.70
9 – 16
in easily. MHz
Up to 56 stations can be preset. 98.10 / 98.30 / 98.50 / 98.70 / 98.90 / 99.10 / 100.10 /
17 – 24
100.30 MHz
1 Tune in the broadcast station you want to preset.
(“Listening to FM/AM broadcasts” (v p. 82)) 25 – 32
100.50 / 100.70 / 100.90 / 101.10 / 101.30 / 101.50 /
101.70 / 101.90 MHz

2 Press OPTION. 33 – 40
103.10 / 103.30 / 103.50 / 103.70 / 103.90 / 104.10 /
104.30 / 104.50 MHz
The option menu screen is displayed.
104.70 / 104.90 / 105.10 / 105.30 / 105.50 / 105.70 /
41 – 48
3 Use ui to select “Preset Memory”, then press ENTER. 105.90 / 106.10 MHz
106.30 / 106.50 / 106.70 / 106.90 / 107.10 / 107.30 /
The list of already preset channels is displayed. 49 – 56
107.50 / 107.90 MHz

4 Use ui to select the channel you want to preset, then

press ENTER.
The current broadcast station that is preset.
Listening to preset stations
0 To preset other stations, repeat steps 1 to 4.
1 Use CH/PAGE df to select the desired preset channel.

0 You can also select preset broadcast stations by pressing TUNER PRESET CH +
or TUNER PRESET CH – on the main unit.

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Specify a name for the preset 5 Use ui to select a name label, then press ENTER.
broadcast station (Preset Name) The screen that lets you edit the Preset Name is displayed.
0 If you select “Set Defaults”, then the unit returns to displaying the
You can set the name to the preset broadcast station or change it. frequency.
Up to 8 characters can be input.

1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”. 6 Enter the characters, then press “OK”.

The option menu screen is displayed.

7 Press OPTION to return to the previous screen.

2 Use ui to select “Preset Name”, then press ENTER.

The “Preset Name” screen is displayed.

3 Use o p to select the group of the broadcast station

you want to name.

4 Use ui to select the broadcast station you want to

name, then press ENTER.

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Skipping preset broadcast stations n To set the stations you want to skip by stations
(Preset Skip) A Use o p to select the group of broadcast stations you want
to skip.
Perform auto preset memory to save all the broadcasting stations that can
B Use ui to select the broadcast station you want to skip.
be received in the memory. Selecting a broadcast station becomes easier
C Use o p to select “Skip”.
by skipping unnecessary memories.
The station you selected is not displayed.

1 Press OPTION when the input source is “Tuner”.

4 Press OPTION to return to the previous screen.
The option menu screen is displayed.

2 Use ui to select “Preset Skip”, then press ENTER.

The “Preset Skip” screen is displayed.

3 n To set the stations you want to skip by groups

A Use o p to select the group of broadcast stations you want to
skip.
B Press u to select “Set No.z – z to Skip”, then press ENTER.
Skip all the broadcast stations that are included in the
selected group “z-z”.
(z is the selected group number.)

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Cancelling Preset Skip

1 While the “Preset Skip” screen is displayed, use o p to

select a group containing a broadcast station to cancel
the skip for.

2 Use ui to select a broadcast station to cancel the skip

for.

3 Use o p to select “On”.

The skip is cancelled.

NOTE
0 “Preset Skip” cannot be cancelled for groups.

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Listening to Internet Radio

0 Internet Radio refers to radio broadcasts distributed over the Internet.
Internet Radio stations from around the world can be received.
0 The Internet Radio station list on this unit the database service provided
by TuneIn Radio service.
0 The audio format types and specifications supported by this unit for
playback are as follows.
See “Playing back Internet Radio” (v p. 261) for details.
0 WMA
0 MP3
(HEOS Music) INTERNET
0 MPEG-4 AAC
RADIO
CH/PAGE df

OPTION
uio p
ENTER

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Listening to Internet Radio

0 The display switches between track title and radio station name etc. each time the

1
main unit’s STATUS is pressed.
Press INTERNET RADIO.
0 You can also press R (HEOS Music). Use ui to select “TuneIn
NOTE
Internet Radio”, then press ENTER.
0 The radio station database service may be suspended or be otherwise unavailable

2
without notice.
Select the station you want to play.

Operation buttons Function o Operations accessible through the option

1/3z Playback / Pause menu
89z Skip to previous track / Skip to next track 0 “Adding to HEOS Favorites” (v p. 110)

Switch to the previous page/next page in 0 “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
CH/PAGE d f (Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 112)
the list display
0 “Adjusting the tone (Tone)” (v p. 113)
z Enabled when playing Podcasts.
0 “Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select)” (v p. 114)
0 “Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)” (v p. 116)

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Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS

0 This unit can play back music files and playlists (m3u, wpl) from DLNA
compatible servers including PCs and NAS devices on your network.
0 Supported file formats:
For details, see “Playing back a file saved on a PC or
NAS” (v p. 260).
0 WMA
0 MP3
0 WAV
0 MPEG-4 AAC
(HEOS Music) 0 FLAC
0 Apple Lossless
CH/PAGE df 0 DSD

OPTION
uio p
ENTER

BACK
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Playing back files stored on a PC or 4 Browse the music on your PC/NAS and select
NAS something to play.

Use this procedure to play music files or playlists stored on DLNA files
servers on your local network. 0 When you select something to play you will be asked how you want to
queue up your music.

1 Press R (HEOS Music).

Inserts the item into the queue after the

2 Use ui to select “Music Servers”, then press ENTER. Play Now: currently playing track and plays the
selected item immediately.
Play Now & Replace Clears the queue and plays the
Queue: selected item immediately.
MUSIC

TuneIn Internet Radio Inserts the item into the queue after the
Play Next: current song and plays it when the
HEOS Favorites
current song ends.
Music Servers Add to End of Queue: Adds the item to the end of the queue.
USB Music

Music Servers - Live

Live 01
.
Play Now Live 01

3
Various Artists

Select the name of your networked PC or NAS

Play Now & Replace Queue
Live 02
Play Next Various Artists

(Network Attached Storage) server. Live 03

Add to End of Queue
Various Artists

Cancel
Live 04
Various Artists
Live 05
Various Artists

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5 Use ui to select the “Play Now” or “Play Now &

Replace Queue”, then press ENTER.
0 The display switches between track title, artist name, and album title each time the
main unit’s STATUS is pressed.
Playback starts. 0 When a WMA (Windows Media Audio), MP3 or MPEG-4 AAC file includes album
art data, the album art can be displayed while the music files are playing.
0 If you use Ver.11 or later of Windows Media Player, the album art for WMA files
can be displayed.
NOW PLAYING

Live

NOTE
0 When playing back music files with your PC or NAS connected through wireless
LAN, audio may be interrupted depending on your wireless LAN environment. In
this case, connect using a wired LAN.
0 The order in which the tracks/files are displayed depends on the server
Live 01 - Various Artists
2:45 -2:21

specifications. If the tracks/files are not displayed in alphabetical order due to the
server specifications, searching by the first letter may not work properly.
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Operation buttons Function
1/3 Playback / Pause
89 Skip to previous track / Skip to next track
Switch to the previous page/next page in
CH/PAGE d f
the list display

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o Operations accessible through the option

menu
0 “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 112)
0 “Adjusting the tone (Tone)” (v p. 113)
0 “Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select)” (v p. 114)
0 “Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo)” (v p. 116)

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Getting the HEOS App

You can use many online music streaming services from the HEOS App. Depending upon your geographical location, there are several options to choose
from. For more information about which services are available in your area please visit http://www.HEOSbyDenon.com
Download the HEOS App for iOS or Android by searching App Store, Google Play store or Amazon Appstore for “HEOS”.
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o Changing your HEOS Account

HEOS Account
HEOS Accounts can be registered in “HEOS Account” (v p. 211) in the
menu of this unit or by tapping “Music” tab - “Settings” icon a in the
1 Tap the “Music” tab.

HEOS App.
2 Select the Settings icon a in the upper left corner of
the screen.
o What is a HEOS Account?
A HEOS Account is master account or “keychain” for managing all of 3 Select “HEOS Account”.
your HEOS music services with one single username and password.

o Why do I need a HEOS Account?

4 Change your location, change your password, delete
your account or sign out of your account.

With the HEOS Account you just have to enter your music services
login names and passwords one time. This allows you to easily and
quickly use multiple controller apps on different devices.
You just log into your HEOS Account on any device and you will have
access to all of your associated music services, play history and
custom playlists, even if you are at a friend’s house listening to music
on their HEOS system.

o Signing up for a HEOS Account

You will be instructed to signup for a HEOS Account the first time you
try to access any music service from the main “Music” menu of the
HEOS App.

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Playing from streaming music services Rooms

Drag one room into another to group them

A music service is an online music company that provides access to vast

music collections via free and/or paid subscriptions. Depending upon your Dining L + Dining R
Song Name 1
geographical location, there are several options to choose from. For more
information about which services are available in your area please visit Kitchen

http://www.HEOSbyDenon.com
Song Name 2

o Selecting a room/device
AVR-X3500H
Song Name 3

1 Tap the “Rooms” tab, and select “AVR-X3500H” if there

are multiple HEOS devices.

0 Tap the Pencil icon e at the top right to switch edit mode. You can change the Rooms Music Now Playing

displayed name.

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o Selecting the music track or station from

music sources Music

1 Tap the “Music” tab and select a music source.

0 All music services displayed may not be available in your location.

This Phone

Music Servers USB Music

Playlists History

Rooms Music Now Playing

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2 Browse the music to play. Album Now Playing

After selecting a music track or radio station the app will

Artist
Album
automatically change to the “Now Playing” screen. 10 Tracks,60 Mins.,2014

Track 01
0 When you select a music track to play you will be asked how you want to Rooms

queue up your music.

Play Now

Inserts the item into the queue after the

0:50 -2:51
Play Now & Replace Queue Track 01

Play Now: currently playing track and plays the Artist

Album

selected item immediately. Play Next

Play Now & Replace Clears the queue and plays the Add to End of Queue
Queue: selected item immediately.
Cancel
Inserts the item into the queue after the Rooms Music Now Playing Rooms Music Now Playing

Play Next: current song and plays it when the

.
current song ends.
Add to End of Queue: Adds the item to the end of the queue.

0 When you select a radio station the following items are displayed.

Play Now: Plays the selected item immediately.

Add to HEOS Favorites: Adds to HEOS Favorites.

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Listening to the same music in multiple Rooms Rooms

rooms
Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them

Dining Dining
Song Name 1 Song Name 1
The HEOS system is a true multi-room audio system that automatically
synchronizes audio playback between multiple HEOS devices so that the
audio coming from different rooms is perfectly in sync and always sounds
Living
2 Living+Kitchen

1
Song Name 2
Kitchen
amazing! You can easily add up to 32 HEOS devices to your HEOS Song Name 2

system. You can join or group up to 16 individual HEOS devices into a

3
Living

group of HEOS devices that function as if they were a single HEOS Kitchen
device. Bedroom Drag a room out of this group to ungroup it
Song Name 3

Bedroom
o Grouping rooms Song Name 3

1 Press and hold your finger on room that is not playing

music.
Rooms Music Now Playing Rooms Music Now Playing

.
2 Drag it into the room that is playing music (indicated by
the red outline) and lift your finger.

3 The two rooms will be grouped together into a single

device group and both rooms will be playing the same
music in perfect sync.

0 When audio from the device connected to this unit is played back in a group, only
2-channel PCM input from the HDMI, digital or analog terminals can be played
back.

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o Ungrouping rooms
Rooms Rooms

1
Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them

Press and hold your finger on room that you want to

remove from the group.
Dining Dining
Song Name 1 Song Name 1

2 Drag it out of the group and lift your finger. Living

Song Name 2
Living
Song Name 2

NOTE
Living Kitchen

2
Song Name 4

0 You can not remove the first room that started playing the music before grouping.

1
Bedroom
Kitchen Song Name 3

Bedroom
Song Name 3

Rooms Music Now Playing Rooms Music Now Playing

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o Grouping all rooms (party mode)

1
Rooms Rooms

You can easily group 16 rooms together into Party Mode by using a Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them

"pinch" gesture. Dining

Song Name 1
Dining+Living+...
Song Name 1
3
1 Place two fingers on the screen over the list of rooms. Living Dining

2
Song Name 2

Quickly pinch your two fingers together and release.

2
Living
Kitchen

3
Song Name 3 Kitchen
All of your rooms will be joined together and begin
playing the same music in perfect sync. Bedroom
Song Name 4
Bedroom

Drag a room out of this group to ungroup it

Rooms Music Now Playing Rooms Music Now Playing

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o Ungrouping all rooms Rooms Rooms

You can easily ungroup all of your rooms and exit Party Mode by using Drag one room into another to group them Drag one room into another to group them

a "spread" gesture. Dining

Song Name 1 1 Dining
Song Name 1

1 Place two fingers close together on the screen over list

of rooms.
Dining Living
Song Name 2

2
Living

Quickly spread your two fingers apart from each other

and release. 2 Kitchen
Kitchen
Song Name 3
3
3
Bedroom Bedroom

All of your rooms will be ungrouped.

Song Name 4
Drag a room out of this group to ungroup it

Rooms Music Now Playing Rooms Music Now Playing

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AirPlay function
Music files stored on your iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or iTunes can be
Router
played on this unit via the network. PC
This unit

0 Source input will be switched to “HEOS Music” when AirPlay playback is started.
0 You can stop AirPlay playback by choosing other input source.
0 To see song and artist names together, press STATUS on the main unit.
0 For information about how to use iTunes, also see the Help for iTunes.
0 The screen may differ depending on the OS and software versions.

This unit supports AirPlay 2.

Sync multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices/speakers for simultaneous
playback.

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0 This unit supports AirPlay 2 and requires iOS 11.4 or later.

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Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod Playing iTunes music with this unit
touch or iPad
If you update your “iPhone/iPod touch/iPad” to iOS 4.2.1 or later, you can 1 Install iTunes 10, or later, on a Mac or Windows PC that
is connected to the same network as this unit.
stream music stored in your “iPhone/iPod touch/iPad” directly to this unit.

1 Connect your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad Wi-Fi to the 2 Turn this unit ON.
same network as this unit. Set “Network Control” to “Always On” for this unit. (v p. 209)
0 For details, see your device’s manual.
NOTE
2 Play the song on your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad. 0 When “Network Control” is set to “Always On”, the unit consumes more
standby power.
AirPlay icon is displayed on the iPhone, iPod touch or iPad screen.

3 Tap the AirPlay icon. 3 Start iTunes and click the AirPlay icon to select the
main unit.
[Example] iOS 10 [Example] iOS 9
[Example] iTunes

AirDrop:
Drop:
AirPlay
ryone
.
4

.
Select the speaker (devices) you want to use.
4 Choose a song and click play in iTunes.
The music will stream to this unit.

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NOTE Perform iTunes playback operations

0 In playback using the AirPlay function, the sound is output at the iPhone, iPod
touch, iPad or iTunes volume setting level. with the remote control unit of this unit
You should turn down the iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or iTunes volume prior to
playback and then adjust it to a suitable level. With this unit’s remote control unit, you can perform iTunes song play,
pause, and auto search (cue) operations.

1 Select the “Edit” - “Preferences...” in the iTunes menu.

2 Select “Devices” in the iTunes setting window.

3 Check “Allow iTunes audio control from remote

speakers”, and then click “OK”.

0 This does not need to be set if using version 12 or later of iTunes.

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Play a song from your iPhone, iPod 2 Tap the AirPlay icon.
touch or iPad on multiple synced Displays a list of devices/speakers that can be played back on the
same network.
devices (AirPlay 2) 0 A circle is displayed to the right of AirPlay 2 compatible devices.
Songs from an iPhone, iPod touch or iPad operating iOS 11.4 or later can
be synced with multiple AirPlay 2 supported devices for simultaneous
iPhone

playback. Denon xxxxxxxx

1
Speakers

Play the song on your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad.

AirPlay icon is displayed on the iPhone, iPod touch or iPad screen.

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3 Tap the devices/speakers you want to use.
0 Multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices can be selected.
0 Volume can be adjusted for each device individually or for all
synced devices simultaneously.
.
iPhone

Denon xxxxxxxx

Speakers

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Spotify Connect function

Spotify is the world’s most popular streaming service. If you subscribe to
Spotify Premium, you can control your new speaker with your phone or Playing Spotify music with this unit
tablet. Because Spotify is built-in to your speaker, you can still take calls or
Download the “Spotify App” onto your Android or iOS device beforehand.
use other apps - the music never stops.
To play a Spotify track in this unit, you need to register in the Spotify
For information on how to set up and use Spotify Connect please visit premium account first.
www.spotify.com/connect
Spotify server 1 Connect the Wi-Fi settings of the iOS or Android device
in the same network as this unit.

2 Launch the Spotify App.

3 Play back the Spotify track.

4 Tap the Spotify icon F to select the unit.

The music will stream to this unit.
Spotify App

This unit

Audio Control
streaming /
control
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Convenience functions
This section explains how to use convenient functions that can be used for
each input source.
These functions can only be set in the MAIN ZONE.
MAIN

(HEOS Music)

OPTION
uio p
ENTER
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Adding to HEOS Favorites Playing back HEOS Favorites

1 While content is playing, press OPTION. 1 Press R (HEOS Music).

2
The option menu screen is displayed.
Use ui to select “HEOS Favorites”, then press ENTER.
2 Use ui to select “Add to HEOS Favorites”, then press
ENTER. MUSIC

TuneIn Internet Radio

HEOS Favorites

Music Servers

USB Music

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3 Browse the content and select something to play.

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Deleting a HEOS Favorites

1 While the HEOS Favorites content list is displayed, use
ui to select the item you want to remove from HEOS
Favorites, then press OPTION.

2 Use ui to select “Remove from HEOS Favorites”, then

press ENTER.

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Adjusting the volume of each channel 4 Use o p to adjust the volume.

to match the input source (Channel –12.0 dB – +12.0 dB (Default: 0.0 dB)
Level Adjust)
The volume of each channel can be changed while listening to music. You 5 Use uio p to select “Exit”, then press ENTER.
can set this for each input source.

1 Press OPTION.
0 Select “Reset” and press ENTER if you want to restore the adjustment values of
An option menu screen is displayed.
the various channels to “0.0 dB” (Default).
0 When the input source is “HEOS Music”, an option menu for
0 Headphone volume can be adjusted when a headphone is connected.
online music is displayed. Select “AVR Options…”, then press
0 “Channel Level Adjust” settings are stored for each input source.
ENTER.
0 You can only set this for speakers that output audio. In addition, you cannot set

2
this when in the menu “HDMI Audio Out” is set to “TV”. (v p. 166)
Use ui to select “Channel Level Adjust”, then press
ENTER.
The “Channel Level Adjust” screen is displayed.

3 Use ui to select the channel that you wish to adjust.

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Adjusting the tone (Tone) 4 Select “On” in step 3 and press i to select the sound
range to be adjusted.
Adjusts the tonal quality of the sound.

1 Press OPTION. Bass:

Treble:
Adjust bass.
Adjust treble.
An option menu screen is displayed.

5
0 When the input source is “HEOS Music”, an option menu for
online music is displayed. Select “AVR Options…”, then press Use o p to adjust the tone, then press ENTER.
ENTER.
-6 dB – +6 dB (Default : 0 dB)
2 Use ui to select “Tone”, then press ENTER.
The “Tone” screen is displayed.

3 Use o p to set the tone control function to on/off. 0

0
“Tone” settings are stored for each input source.
This cannot be set when the sound mode is set to “Direct” or “Pure Direct”.
On: Allow tone adjustment (bass, treble). 0 This item cannot be set when “Dynamic EQ” is set to “On”. (v p. 160)
Off 0 You cannot set this when no audio signal is input or in the menu “HDMI Audio Out”
Playback without tone adjustment. is set to “TV”. (v p. 166)
(Default):

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Displaying your desired video during 4 If you selected “On” in step 3, press i and select
audio playback (Video Select) “Source”.

This unit can display video from a different source on TV during audio
playback. You can set this for each input source.
5 Use o p to select the input source for video you want
to play back, then press ENTER.
n Supported input sources:
CDz / Tuner / HEOS Music / Phono
0 “Video Select” settings are stored for each input source.
z This cannot be set when any of the HDMI, component video or video
connectors are assigned.

1 Press OPTION.
An option menu screen is displayed.
0 When the input source is “HEOS Music”, an option menu for
online music is displayed. Select “AVR Options…”, then press
ENTER.

2 Use ui to select “Video Select”, then press ENTER.

The “Video Select” screen is displayed.

3 Use o p to select the Video Select mode.

Off
Disable Video Select mode.
(Default):
On: Enable Video Select mode.

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Adjusting the picture quality for your 3 Use o p to select the picture mode.
viewing environment (Picture Mode) Off No picture quality adjustment is done
(Default): with this unit.
n Supported input sources :
The standard mode suited for most
CBL/SAT / DVD / Blu-ray / Game / AUX1 / Standard:
living room viewing environments.
AUX2 / Media Player / CDz / TV Audioz A mode suited for watching movies in a
Movie:
z You can set the picture mode when an HDMI, component video or video dark room such as a theater room.
connector is assigned. A mode that makes graphic images for
Vivid:
1
games, etc. brighter and more vivid.
Press OPTION.
A mode suited for low bit rate video
An option menu screen is displayed. Streaming:
sources.

2 Use ui to select “Picture Mode”, then press ENTER. ISF Day:

A mode suited for watching movies in a
bright room during the day.
The “Picture Mode” screen is displayed.
A mode suited for watching movies in a
ISF Night:
dark room at night.
Custom: Adjusts the picture quality manually.

4 Press ENTER.

0 “Picture Mode” settings are stored for each input source.

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Playing the same music in all zones (All o Stopping the All Zone Stereo mode
Zone Stereo)
1 During playback in All Zone Stereo mode, press
OPTION.
You can play back the music being played back in MAIN ZONE
simultaneously in ZONE2 (another room). An option menu screen is displayed.
It is useful when you want to enjoy the same music at the same time in 0 When the input source is “HEOS Music”, an option menu for
multiple rooms during home party or when you want to play back the same online music is displayed. Select “AVR Options…”, then press
BGM in the entire house. ENTER.

1 Press OPTION. 2 Use ui to select “All Zone Stereo”, then press ENTER.
An option menu screen is displayed.
0 When the input source is “HEOS Music”, an option menu for 3 Select “Stop”, then press ENTER.
online music is displayed. Select “AVR Options…”, then press
ENTER.

2 Use ui to select “All Zone Stereo”, then press ENTER. 0 The All Zone Stereo mode is canceled even when the power supply of the MAIN
ZONE is turned off.
The “All Zone Stereo” screen is displayed.
0 In the All Zone Stereo mode, only the “Multi Ch Stereo” and “Stereo” sound modes

3
can be selected.
Select “Start”, then press ENTER. 0 When “HDMI Audio Out” is set to “TV”, the All Zone Stereo mode is not available.
The input source for ZONE2 is switched to the same input source as (v p. 166)
for MAIN ZONE, and playback starts in the All Zone Stereo mode.

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Selecting a sound mode

This unit allows you to enjoy various kinds of surround and stereo
playback modes.
Disc formats such as Blu-ray Disc and DVD, as well as being supported by
digital broadcasting, and even by streaming movies and music from
internet-based subscription services.
This unit supports playback of almost all of these multi-channel audio
formats. It also supports surround playback of audio formats other than
multi-channel audio such as 2-channel stereo audio.

0 For audio formats recorded on a disc, see the disc jacket or label.

ui

MOVIE PURE
MUSIC GAME
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Selecting a sound mode o Switching the sound mode

0 Press MOVIE, MUSIC or GAME to display a list of the sound modes

1 Press MOVIE, MUSIC or GAME to select a sound mode. that can be selected. Each time you press MOVIE, MUSIC or GAME,
the sound mode changes.
0 While the list is displayed, you can also use ui to select a sound
Switches to the sound mode suitable for
MOVIE : mode.
enjoying movies and TV programs.
0 Try out various sound modes and enjoy sound mode in your favorite
Switches to the sound mode suitable for mode.
MUSIC :
enjoying music.
Switches to the sound mode suitable for
GAME :
enjoying games. 0 Please set the surround mode to Dolby Atmos/Surround when playing back Dolby
Atmos encoded content. Dolby Atmos/Surround delivers the optimum playback
experience from Blu-ray and streaming sources encoded with Dolby Atmos as well
as channel based content. The default setting of this receiver is Dolby Atmos/
0 The MOVIE, MUSIC, or GAME button memorizes the last sound mode selected for Surround.
its button. Pressing MOVIE, MUSIC, or GAME recalls the same sound mode as
the one selected at the previous playback.
0 If the content played back does not support the previously selected sound mode,
the most appropriate sound mode for the content is automatically selected.

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GExampleH When MOVIE is pressed

Direct playback
Sound recorded in source is played as is.

1
MOVIE SOUND

Stereo Press PURE to select “Direct”.

Dolby Audio - Dolby Surround
DTS Neural:X
Direct playback begins.
Multi Ch Stereo
Mono Movie
Virtual
0 While DSD signals are played back, “DSD Direct” is displayed.
.
This unit provides not only sound modes that conform to the formats
recorded on discs such as Dolby and DTS, but also extended types of
modes that match your speaker configuration and “original sound modes”
that create atmosphere of Rock Arena and Jazz Club, etc.

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Pure Direct playback Auto surround playback

This mode is for playback with higher sound quality than in Direct playback This mode detects the type of input digital signal, and automatically
mode. selects the corresponding mode for playback.
This mode turns off the main unit display and analog video circuit. Doing Perform stereo playback when the input signal is PCM. When the input
so suppresses noise sources that affect sound quality. signal is Dolby Digital or DTS, the music is played back according to the
respective channel number.

1 Press PURE to select “Pure Direct”.

1 Press PURE to select “Auto”.
The display goes dark, and Pure Direct playback begins.
Auto surround playback begins.

0 In Direct and Pure Direct sound modes, the following items cannot be adjusted.
0 Tone (v p. 113)
0 Restorer (v p. 156)
0 MultEQ® XT32 (v p. 159)
0 Dynamic EQ (v p. 160)
0 Dynamic Volume (v p. 161)
0 Graphic EQ (v p. 162)

NOTE
0 Video signals are only output when HDMI signals are played in the Pure Direct
mode.
0 When the Pure Direct mode has been selected, the display turns off after about 5
seconds.

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Description of sound mode types

Dolby sound mode
Sound mode type Description
Dolby Atmosz Please select this mode to play back the contents encoded with Dolby Atmos. If you have selected a different sound mode
previously, please select again this mode for Dolby Atmos content play back. It decodes Dolby Atmos content and its
positioning data in real time and outputs audio from the appropriate speakers, creating natural audio images regardless of
the speaker layout. Use ceiling speakers and Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers to realize a three-dimensional sound field.
Dolby TrueHD Please select this mode to play back the contents encoded with Dolby TrueHD at 192kHz/96kHz.
Dolby Digital Plus Please select this mode to play back the contents encoded with Dolby Digital Plus.
Dolby Digital Please select this mode to play back the contents encoded with Dolby Digital.
z This mode is not supported in a 5.1-channel or less speaker configuration.

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DTS sound mode

Sound mode type Description
DTS Surround This mode can be selected when playing sources recorded in DTS.
DTS ES Dscrt6.1z1 This mode is suitable for playing discs recorded in DTS-ES.
The surround back channel added using the discrete method is played as an independent channel.
Since all channels are independent, the 360-degree spacial expressiveness and sound localization are enhanced.
DTS ES Mtrx6.1z1 This mode is suitable for playing discs recorded in DTS-ES.
The surround back channel added to the surround-left and surround-right channels by a matrix encoder at software
recording time is decoded by this unit’s matrix decoder and played from each channel (surround left, surround right,
surround back).
DTS 96/24 This mode can be selected when playing sources recorded in DTS 96/24.
DTS-HD This mode can be selected when playing sources recorded in DTS-HD.
DTS Express This mode can be selected when playing sources recorded in DTS Express.
DTS:X This mode can be selected when playing back content encoded with DTS:X.
It decodes DTS:X content and its positioning data in real time and outputs audio from the appropriate speakers, creating
natural audio images regardless of the speaker layout. Use height speakers to realize a three-dimensional sound field.
DTS Neural:X This mode uses DTS Neural:X Upmixer to extend various sources to natural and realistic multi channels for playback.
Use height speakers such as front height speakers to realize a three-dimensional sound field.
DTS Virtual:Xz2z3 This mode uses DTS Virtual:X with virtual height and virtual surround processing to realize a three-dimensional sound field
when the height speakers are not used.
z1 This can be selected when “Speaker Config.” - “Surr. Back” is not set to “None”. (v p. 196)
z2 This can be selected when Height, Ceiling and Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers are not being used.
z3 It cannot be selected when the input signal is Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD or Dolby Atmos.

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PCM multi-channel sound mode

Sound mode type Description
Multi Ch In This mode can be selected when playing multi-channel PCM/DSD sources.

Original sound mode

Sound mode type Description
Multi Ch Stereo This mode is for enjoying stereo sound from all speakers.
Rock Arena This mode simulates the expansive sound of a live concert in an arena.
Jazz Club This mode simulates the experience of being in an intimate jazz club.
Mono Movie This mode works with monaural audio sources and delivers a surround sound effect. For optimum channel balance and
surround sound effects, connect the monaural source to both of the front (L/R) audio inputs.
Video Game This mode provides an exciting, dynamic surround sound effect with your favorite action video games.
Matrix This mode adds a spacious surround sound effect with stereo music sources.
Virtual This mode lets you experience an expansive surround sound effect when playing back through just the front (L/R)
speakers only, and when listening with stereo headphones.

Auto sound mode

Sound mode type Description
Auto In this mode, the type of digital signal input, such as Dolby Digital, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital EX,
Dolby Atmos, DTS, DTS-HD, DTS:X, DTS-ES, PCM (multi-channel) is detected, and the playback mode switches
automatically to the corresponding mode.
If the input signal is analog or PCM (2-channel), stereo playback is used. For Dolby Digital or DTS, the music is played
back according to the respective channel number.

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Stereo sound mode

Sound mode type Description
Stereo This mode plays 2-channel stereo audio with no additional surround sound processing.
0 Sound is output from the front left and right speakers, and subwoofer if connected.
0 When multi-channel signals are inputted, they are mixed down to 2-channel audio and are played back with no
additional surround sound processing.

Direct sound mode

Sound mode type Description
Direct This mode plays back audio as recorded in the source.
Pure Direct This mode plays back an even higher quality sound than the “Direct” mode.
The following circuits are stopped in order to further improve sound quality.
0 Display indicator circuit of the main body (display will go off.)
0 The analog video input/output switcher and processor is disabled.

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Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal

0 The following sound modes can be selected using the MOVIE, MUSIC and GAME buttons.
0 Adjust the sound field effect with the menu “Surround Parameter” to enjoy surround sound the way you like it. (v p. 152)

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Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button MUSIC button GAME button
Stereo S S S
Dolby Surround z2 S S S
DTS Neural:X z2 S S S
DTS Virtual:X z3z4 S S S
Multi Ch Stereo S S S
2-channel z1 Mono Movie S
Rock Arena S
Jazz Club S
Matrix S
Video Game S
Virtual S S S

z1 2-channel also includes analog input.

z2 This mode plays back 2-channel sources in 5.1 or 7.1-channel playback. It cannot be selected when headphones are used or when the speaker configuration is front
speakers only.
z3 It cannot be selected when headphones are used, or when a speaker configuration with any height speakers is used.
z4 It cannot be selected when the input signal is Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD or Dolby Atmos.

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Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button MUSIC button GAME button
Multi-channel z5 Stereo S S S
Dolby Digital S S S
Dolby Digital Dolby Digital + Dolby Surround z6 S S S
Dolby Digital + Neural:X z6 S S S
Dolby Digital Plus S S S
Dolby Digital Plus + Dolby Surround z6z7 S S S
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Digital Plus + Neural:X z6 S S S
Dolby Atmos z6z8 S S S
Dolby TrueHD S S S
Dolby TrueHD + Dolby Surround z6z7 S S S
Dolby TrueHD
Dolby TrueHD + Neural:X z6 S S S
Dolby Atmos z6z8 S S S
Dolby Atmos Dolby Atmos S S S
DTS Surround S S S
DTS ES Dscrt 6.1 z6 S S S
DTS ES Mtrx 6.1 z6 S S S
DTS DTS 96/24 S S S
DTS + Dolby Surround z6 S S S
DTS + Neural:X z6 S S S
DTS + Virtual:X z3 S S S

z3 It cannot be selected when headphones are used, or when a speaker configuration with any height speakers is used.
z5 The sound mode that can be selected differs depending on the audio format of the input signal and the number of channels. For details, see “Types of input signals, and
corresponding sound modes” (v p. 267).
z6 This cannot be selected when headphones are used.
z7 This can be selected when the input signal does not contain Dolby Atmos.
z8 This can be selected when the input signal contains Dolby Atmos.

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Input signal Sound mode MOVIE button MUSIC button GAME button
DTS-HD HI RES S S S
DTS-HD MSTR S S S
DTS-HD / DTS Express S S S
DTS Express DTS-HD + Dolby Surround z6 S S S
DTS-HD + Neural:X z6 S S S
DTS-HD + Virtual:X z3 S S S
DTS:X S S S
DTS:X DTS:X MSTR S S S
DTS:X + Virtual:X z3 S S S
Multi Ch In S S S
Multi Ch In 7.1 z6 S S S
PCM multi-channel Multi In + Dolby Surround z6 S S S
Multi Ch In + Neural:X z6 S S S
Multi In + Virtual:X z3 S S S
Multi Ch Stereo S S S
Mono Movie S
Rock Arena S
Multi-channel z5 Jazz Club S
Matrix S
Video Game S
Virtual S S S

z3 It cannot be selected when headphones are used, or when a speaker configuration with any height speakers is used.
z5 The sound mode that can be selected differs depending on the audio format of the input signal and the number of channels. For details, see “Types of input signals, and
corresponding sound modes” (v p. 267).
z6 This cannot be selected when headphones are used.

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o Views on the display

DD+ + DSu DVD

q w
.
A Shows a decoder to be used.
0 In the case of the Dolby Digital Plus decoder, “W” is displayed.

B Shows a decoder that creates sound output.

0 “V” indicates that the Dolby Surround decoder is being used.

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HDMI Control function

A recent addition to the HDMI standard is CEC (Consumer Electronics Control), which allows control signals from one device to communicate with
another device via the HDMI cable connection.

Setting procedure

1 Enable the HDMI Control function of this unit. 5 Switch the input source of this unit to check that video
from the player connected by HDMI is played back
Set “HDMI Control” to “On”. (v p. 168)
correctly.
2 Turn the power on for all the devices connected by
HDMI cable. 6 When you turn the TV’s power to standby, check that
the power of this unit also goes to standby.
3 Set the HDMI Control function for all devices connected
by HDMI cable. NOTE
0 Please consult the operating instructions for the connected 0 Some functions may not operate depending on the connected TV or player. Check
devices to check the settings. the owner’s manual of each device for details beforehand.
0 Carry out steps 2 and 3 should any of the devices be unplugged. 0 The HDMI ZONE2 function is not compatible with the HDMI Control function.
0 When the HDMI ZONE2 function is used with “HDMI Control” in the menu set to
4 Switch the television input to the HDMI input connected
to this unit.
“On”, the HDMI ZONE2 function may not fully work.

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Smart Menu function

This function can be used to configure the settings of this unit, select an o Now Playing
input source and set Tuner and Internet Radio stations using the TV
remote control. Enjoy content from the input source currently selected on this unit.

1 Enable the HDMI Control function of this unit and the

TV. (v p. 168)
o Source
Switch the input of this unit.

2 Set “Smart Menu” to “On” on this unit. (v p. 170) If you select “HEOS Music” or “Tuner”, you can continue to operate this
unit using the TV remote control.

3 Select “AV Receiver” in a TV menu such as “Input”z or

“Operate Connected HDMI Device”z.
o Sound Mode
The Smart Menu of this unit is displayed on the TV. Change the sound mode of this unit.
0 This unit can be operated with the TV remote control while the You can select from the following three sound modes.
Smart Menu is displayed.
z The selection method differs depending on your TV. Surround sound playback according to
Surround:
the input signal.
Stereo: Stereo playback.
Smart Menu
Multi Ch Stereo: Multi-channel stereo playback.

Now Playing Source Sound Mode Setup Menu

Smart
Blu-ray

Quick Select 1 Quick Select 2 Quick Select 3 Quick Select 4

Help
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o Setup Menu
Displays a setup menu for configuring the settings of this unit.

o Quick Select
Calls up the “Quick Select” items registered to this unit.

NOTE
0 If the “HDMI Control” or “Smart Menu” settings have been changed, always reset
the power to connected devices after the change.
0 The Smart Menu function may not work properly depending on the specifications
of your TV. In this case, set “Smart Menu” to “Off”. (v p. 170)

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Sleep timer function

You can have the power automatically switched to standby once a set time
has elapsed. This is convenient for viewing and listening while going to
sleep. The sleep timer function can be set for each zone.
MAIN
ZONE2 SLEEP
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o Checking the remaining time

Using the sleep timer
Press SLEEP when the sleep timer is in operation.

1
The remaining time appears on the display.
Press MAIN or ZONE2 to select the operating zone with
the remote control. o To cancel the sleep timer
The button for the selected zone is lit.
Press SLEEP to select “Off”.
2 Press SLEEP and display the time you want to set. The SLEEP indicator on the display turns off.
0 The SLEEP indicator lights up on the display and the sleep timer
starts.
0 You can set the sleep timer in the range from 10 to 120 minutes in 0 The sleep timer setting is canceled when the unit switches to standby mode.
steps of 10 minutes.
NOTE
0 The sleep timer function cannot turn off the power of devices connected to this
unit. To turn off the power of those connected devices, set up sleep timers on the
connected devices themselves.

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Quick select plus function

Settings such as the input source, volume level and sound mode can be
registered to the QUICK SELECT 1 - 4 buttons.
You can simply press one of the registered QUICK SELECT buttons in
MAIN subsequent playbacks to switch to the group of saved settings in a batch.
By saving frequently used settings at the QUICK SELECT 1 – 4 buttons,
ZONE2 you will always be able to easily call up the same playback environment.
The Quick Select Plus function can be memorized for each zone.

0 The QUICK SELECT button on main unit can only be used to operate the MAIN
ZONE.

QUICK
SELECT
1–4
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Calling up the settings

1 Press MAIN or ZONE2 to select the operating zone with

the remote control.
The button for the selected zone is lit.

2 Press QUICK SELECT.

The Quick Select settings registered to the button you pressed are
called up.
0 The default settings for the input source are as shown below.

GMAIN ZONEH / GZONE2H

Button Input source
QUICK SELECT 1 CBL/SAT
QUICK SELECT 2 Blu-ray
QUICK SELECT 3 Media Player
QUICK SELECT 4 HEOS Music

0 Volume is not registered to Quick Select Plus in the factory default settings.
See “Changing the settings” to register volume to Quick Select Plus. (v p. 136)

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Changing the settings 2 Press MAIN or ZONE2 to select the operating zone with
the remote control.
1 Set the items below to the settings you want to
register.
The button for the selected zone is lit.

The following settings from A to I can be memorized for MAIN 3 Press and hold the desired QUICK SELECT until
“Quickz Memory” or “Z2 Quickz Memory” appear on
ZONE, and settings A and B can be memorized for ZONE2.
the display.
A Input source (v p. 71)
The current settings will be memorized.
B Volume (v p. 72)
C Sound mode (v p. 117) z is displayed the number for the QUICK SELECT button you
D Audyssey (Audyssey MultEQ® XT32, Audyssey Dynamic EQ®, pressed.
Audyssey Dynamic Volume®, Audyssey LFC™) (v p. 159)
o Changing the Quick Select Name
E “ Restorer ” (v p. 156)
F “Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source The MAIN ZONE Quick Select name displayed on the TV screen or
(Channel Level Adjust)” (v p. 112) display of this unit can be changed to a different name.
G “Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video For the name change method, see “Quick Select Names”.
Select)” (v p. 114) (v p. 218)
H “Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment
(Picture Mode)” (v p. 115)
I “ HDMI Video Output ” (v p. 171)

0 Press and hold QUICK SELECT while a radio station is being received is
being played back with any of the following sources, the current radio
station is memorized.
0 Tuner / Internet Radio Station

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Panel lock function

To prevent accidental operation of this unit, you can disable operation of
the buttons on the front panel. Disabling all key button operations
X TUNER PRESET CH – STATUS
1 Press X while you press and hold TUNER PRESET CH
+ and ZONE2 SOURCE with the unit in standby mode.

2 Use TUNER PRESET CH + or TUNER PRESET CH – to

select “FP/VOL LOCK On”.

3 Press STATUS to enter the setting.

All button operations except X are disabled.

TUNER PRESET CH + ZONE2 SOURCE

Disabling all button operations except
.
VOLUME

1 Press X while you press and hold TUNER PRESET CH

+ and ZONE2 SOURCE with the unit in standby mode.

2 Use TUNER PRESET CH + or TUNER PRESET CH – to

select “FP LOCK On”.

3 Press STATUS to enter the setting.

All button operations except X and VOLUME are disabled.

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Canceling the Panel lock function

1 Press X while you press and hold TUNER PRESET CH

+ and ZONE2 SOURCE with the unit in standby mode.

2 Press TUNER PRESET CH + or TUNER PRESET CH – to

select “FP LOCK zOff”.
(z The currently set mode.)

3 Press STATUS to enter the setting.

The Panel lock function is canceled.

0 Even when the Panel lock function is set, you can operate the unit using the
remote control unit.

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Remote lock function

When connecting an IR receiver, enable the Remote lock function. When
the function is enabled, you can not perform operations with the remote Disabling the sensor function of the
control unit.
remote control unit
By default, this function is disabled.

X TUNER PRESET CH – STATUS 1 Press X while you press and hold TUNER PRESET CH
+ and ZONE2 SOURCE with the unit in standby mode.

2 Use TUNER PRESET CH + or TUNER PRESET CH – to

select “RC LOCK On”.

3 Press STATUS to enter the setting.

The infrared light receiving function is disabled.

Enabling the remote sensor function

TUNER PRESET CH + ZONE2 SOURCE
1
.
Press X while you press and hold TUNER PRESET CH
+ and ZONE2 SOURCE with the unit in standby mode.

2 Press TUNER PRESET CH + or TUNER PRESET CH – to

select “RC LOCK zOff”.
(z The currently set mode.)

3 Press STATUS to enter the setting.

Infrared light receiving function on the main unit is enabled.

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Web control function

You can control this unit from a web control screen on a web browser.
Controlling the unit from a web control
PC Router

1
This unit
Switch the “Network Control” setting to “Always On”.
(v p. 209)

2 Check the IP address of this unit with “Information”.

(v p. 204)

Network/Information
Friendly Name Denon AVR-X3500H
DHCP On
Connection Wired (Ethernet)
IP Address 192.168.100.19
MAC Address zzzzzz-000000

Checking the IP address.

Tablet
.
Displays the current network settings of the AVR

0 This unit and the PC or tablet need to be connected correctly to the network in
order to use the web control function. (v p. 65)

.
0 Depending on the settings of your security-related software, you may not be able
to access this unit from your PC. If this is the case, then change the settings of the 3 Start up the web browser.
security-related software.

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4 Enter the IP address of this unit in browser’s address

box.
For example, if the IP address of this unit is “192.168.100.19”, enter
“http://192.168.100.19”.

http://192.168.100.19
File Edit View Favorites Tools Help
.
5 When the top menu is displayed on the web browser,
click on the menu item you want to operate.

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Playback in ZONE2 (Another room)

You can operate this unit to enjoy video and audio in a room (ZONE2) that is different from the room where this unit is placed (MAIN ZONE).
You can simultaneously play back the same source in both the MAIN ZONE and ZONE2. You can also play back separate sources in the MAIN ZONE
and ZONE2.

Connecting ZONE2
You can use the following three methods to play back video and audio in
ZONE2.
o Connection 1 : Connection through the HDMI
0 “Connection through the HDMI ZONE2 connector ” (v p. 142)
ZONE2 connector
0 “Connecting using a speaker output terminal” (v p. 143) When a TV is connected to the HDMI ZONE2 OUT connector, you can
0 “Connecting using an external amplifier” (v p. 143) play back a video or audio from the device connected to the HDMI 1 –
7 IN connector in ZONE2 (HDMI ZONE2 function).

MAIN ZONE ZONE2

This unit HDMI

ZONE2 HDMI

.
0 When a TV is connected to the HDMI ZONE2 OUT connector, and the MAIN
ZONE and ZONE2 are set to the same input source, the MAIN ZONE audio may
be mixed down to 2-channel audio.

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o Connection 2: Connecting using a speaker o Connection 3 : Connection using an external

output terminal amplifier (ZONE2)
When “Assign Mode” is set to “ZONE2” in the menu, ZONE2 audio is The audio signals of this unit’s ZONE2 audio output connectors are
output from the SURROUND BACK speaker terminal. (v p. 193) output to the ZONE2 amplifiers and played on these amplifiers.
MAIN ZONE MAIN ZONE ZONE2
This unit

This unit

R
Power amplifier

AUX IN

.
(R) (L)
ZONE2
.
0 The analog audio signal and the 2-channel PCM signal input from HDMI connector or digital connectors (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) can be played back in ZONE2.
0 If you want to play back HDMI signals other than 2-channel PCM in ZONE2, set “HDMI Audio” to “PCM”. (v p. 217)
2-channel PCM signals are output from a device connected to the input source selected for ZONE2 and can be played back in ZONE2.
In this case, the MAIN ZONE audio will also be converted to 2-channel PCM signals if the MAIN ZONE and ZONE2 are set to the same input source. However, depending on
the playback device, the playback signal may not be converted to PCM even if this setting is configured.
0 The menu screen is not output in ZONE2.

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Playback in ZONE2 1 Press ZONE2 to set the operating zone to ZONE2 with
the remote control.
The ZONE2 button lights.

ZONE2 POWER X 2 Press POWER X to turn on the ZONE2 power.

The ( indicator on the display lights.
0 Power in ZONE2 can be turned on or off by pressing ZONE2
ON/OFF on the main unit.
Input source
select 3 Press the input source select button to select the input
source to be played.
buttons
The audio signal of the selected source is output to ZONE2.
0 To perform an operation with the main unit, press ZONE2
VOLUME df SOURCE. Each time you press ZONE2 SOURCE, the input
MUTE : source changes.
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o Adjusting the volume (ZONE2)

Use VOLUME df to adjust the volume.
0 At time of purchase, “Volume Limit” is set to “70 (–10 dB)”.
(v p. 217)

0 Turn MASTER VOLUME after pressing ZONE2 SOURCE on the main unit to
adjust the volume.

o Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting)

(ZONE2)
Press MUTE :.
The sound is reduced to the level set at “Mute Level” in the menu.
(v p. 218)
0 To cancel mute, either adjust the sound volume or press MUTE :
again.

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Menu map
When using menu operations, connect this unit to a TV and operate this unit while viewing the TV.
The recommended settings are configured for this unit by default. You can customize this unit based on your existing system and your preferences.
Setting items Detailed items Description Page
Center Level Adjust Adjusts the center channel volume to clarify the dialog for all sources. 151
Subwoofer Level Adjust Adjusts the subwoofer channel volume for all input sources. 151
Surround Parameter Adjusts surround sound parameters. 152
Restorer Expands the low and high frequency components of compressed audio content such as 156
.
Audio MP3 files to enable richer audio playback.
Audio Delay Compensates for incorrect timing between video and audio. 157
Volume Sets the MAIN ZONE (room where the unit is located) volume setting. 158
Audyssey Makes Audyssey MultEQ® XT32, Audyssey Dynamic EQ®, Audyssey Dynamic 159
Volume® and Audyssey LFCTM settings.
Graphic EQ Uses the graphic equalizer to adjust the tone of each speaker. 162
Picture Adjust Adjusts picture quality. 164
HDMI Setup Makes settings for HDMI Audio Out, HDMI Pass Through and HDMI Control settings. 166
Output Settings Makes settings for video output. 171
On Screen Display Configures the on-screen display settings. 174
.
Video 4K Signal Format Set the 4K signal format when the TV or playback device is 4K compatible. 175
TV Format Sets the video signal format to be output for the TV you are using. 177

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Setting items Detailed items Description Page

Input Assign Changes input connector assignment. 178
Source Rename Changes the display name for input source. 180
Hide Sources Removes from the display input sources that are not used. 180
Source Level Adjusts the playback level of the audio input. 180
.
Inputs Input Select Sets the audio input mode. 181
Audyssey® Setup The acoustic characteristics of the connected speakers and listening room are 182
measured and the optimum settings are made automatically.
Manual Setup Sets up the speakers manually or changes Audyssey® Setup settings. 193
.
Speakers
Information Displays network information. 204
Connection Selects whether to connect the home network to a wireless LAN or a wired LAN. 204
Settings Used for manually setting the IP address. 207
Network Control Enables network communication in standby power mode. 209
.
Network Friendly Name The “Friendly Name” is the name of this unit displayed on the network. You can change 209
the Friendly Name according to your preferences.
Diagnostics Used to check the network connection. 210

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Setting items Detailed items Description Page

【When the user is signed out the HEOS Account】
I have a HEOS Account Selects to sign in. 211
Create Account Creates new HEOS Account. 211
Forgot Password If you forgot your password, we'll send you an email with instructions about how to reset 211
.
HEOS Account it.
【When the user is signed in the HEOS Account】
Signed in As Displays your HEOS Account. 211
Change Location Selects your location. 211
Change Password Changes your HEOS Account Password. 211
Delete Account Deletes your HEOS Account. 211
Sign Out Sign out of your HEOS Account. 211

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Setting items Detailed items Description Page

Language Changes the language of the display on the TV screen. 212
ECO Configures the ECO Mode and Auto Standby energy-saving functions. 212
ZONE2 Setup Makes settings for audio playback with ZONE2. 216
Zone Rename Changes the display title of each zone to one you prefer. 218
.
General Quick Select Names Changes the Quick Select Name display title to one you prefer. 218
Trigger Out Select the conditions for activating trigger out function. 219
Front Display Makes settings related to the display on this unit. 219
Firmware Checks for the latest firmware information about updates and upgrades, updates the 220
firmware, and sets up the notification message display.
Information Shows information about this unit settings, input signals, etc. 223
Usage Data Selects whether or not to send anonymous usage data to Denon. 224
Save & Load Save and restore device settings by using a USB memory device. 225
Setup Lock Protects settings from inadvertent changes. 225
Reset Various settings are reset to the factory default values. 226
Begin Setup... Performs basic installation/connections/settings from the beginning according to the Page 9 of
guidance indicated on the TV screen. the separate
Language Select Sets individual setting items according to the guidance displayed on the TV screen. manual
“Quick Start
Speaker Setup Guide”
.
Setup Assistant Speaker Calibration
Network Setup
TV Audio Connection
Input Setup
Mobile Apps

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Menu operations
MAIN
1 Press MAIN on the remote control unit to set the
operating zone to the MAIN ZONE.
The MAIN button lights.

2 Press SETUP.
The menu is displayed on the TV screen.

3 Use ui p to select the menu to be set or operated,

then press ENTER.

4 Use o p to change to desired setting.

uio p
ENTER
5 Press ENTER to enter the setting.
0 To return to the previous item, press BACK.
SETUP 0 Exiting the menu, press SETUP while the menu is displayed. The
BACK menu display disappears.
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Audio
Make audio-related settings.

Center Level Adjust Subwoofer Level Adjust

Adjusts the center channel volume to clarify the dialog for all sources. Adjusts the subwoofer channel volume for all input sources.

o Center o Subwoofer 1 Level / Subwoofer 2 Level

Adjusts the volume output from the center channel. Adjusts the volume level for the Subwoofer 1 and Subwoofer 2.
–12.0 dB – +12.0 dB (Default: 0.0 dB) –12.0 dB – +12.0 dB (Default: 0.0 dB)

0 This setting is also reflected in the center channel level in the “Speakers” - 0 This setting is also reflected in the subwoofer channel level in the “Speakers” -
“Levels” menu settings. (v p. 200) “Levels” menu settings. (v p. 200)

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Surround Parameter o Loudness Management

This sets whether to output as specified in “Dynamic Compression” or
You can adjust the surround audio sound field effects to match your
output directly without compressing the dynamic range of audio
preferences.
recorded in the disc.
The items (parameters) that can be adjusted depend on the signal being
input and the currently set sound mode. For details on the adjustable Outputs are given based on enabling the
On
parameters, see “Sound modes and surround parameters” (v p. 264). settings made in “Dynamic Compression”
(Default):
and Dialogue normalization function.
“Dynamic Compression” settings and
0 Some setting items cannot be set while playback is stopped. Make the settings Off: Dialogue normalization are disabled, and
during playback. the signals on the disc are output as is.
0 “Surround Parameter” settings are stored for each sound mode.

o Cinema EQ 0 “Loudness Management” can be set when Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus,
Dolby TrueHD and Dolby Atmos signal is input.
Gently softens the upper treble range of movie soundtracks to reduce
possible harshness and improve clarity.
On: “Cinema EQ” is used.
Off
“Cinema EQ” is not used.
(Default):

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o Dynamic Compression o Dialog Control

Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds). Adjust the volume of dialog in movies, vocals in music, etc. so these
can be heard more easily.
Automatic dynamic range compression
Auto:
on/off control according to source. 0 – 6 (Default : 0)
Low / Medium / High: These set the compression level.
Dynamic range compression is always
Off:
off. 0 This can be set when a DTS:X signal that is compatible with the Dialog Control
function is input.

o Low Frequency Effects

0 “Dynamic Compression” can be set when Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus,
Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos or DTS signal is input. Adjust the low frequency effects level (LFE).
0 The default setting is “Off”. When the input signal is the Dolby TrueHD or
Dolby Atmos source, the default setting is “Auto”. -10 dB – 0 dB (Default: 0 dB)
0 “Auto” cannot be set when inputting a DTS signal.

0 For proper playback of the different sources, we recommend setting to the

values below.
0 Dolby Digital sources: 0 dB
0 DTS movie sources: 0 dB
0 DTS music sources: -10 dB

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o Center Spread o Delay Time

Center Spread expands the center channel signal to left and right front Adjust the audio delay time against video to extend the sound field
speakers to create a wider frontal audio image for the listener. It is image.
optimized and designed primary for playback of stereo music content.
0 ms – 300 ms (Default: 30 ms)
On: Use “Center Spread”.
Off
Do not use “Center Spread”.
(Default): 0 You can set this when the sound mode is “Matrix”.

o Effect Level
0 You can set this when sound mode is “Dolby Surround”.
Adjust the sound effect level of the current sound mode.
1 – 15 (Default: 10)
o DTS Neural:X
DTS Neural:X Expands the non-object based audio signals and
optimizes them for your speaker configuration. 0 Set to a lower level if the positioning and sense of phase of the surround
On signals seems unnatural.
Use “DTS Neural:X”.
(Default):
Off: Do not use “DTS Neural:X”.

0 You can set this when sound mode is “DTS:X” or “DTS:X MSTR”.

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o Room Size o Subwoofer

Determine size of acoustic environment. Turn subwoofer output on and off.
Small: Simulate acoustics of a small room. On
The subwoofer is used.
Simulate acoustics of a medium-small (Default):
Medium small:
room. Off: The subwoofer is not used.
Medium
Simulate acoustics of a medium room.
(Default):
Simulate acoustics of a medium-large 0 You can set this when the sound mode is “Direct” or “Stereo” and in the menu
Medium large: “Subwoofer Mode” is set to “LFE+Main”. (v p. 202)
room.
Large: Simulate acoustics of a large room.
o Set Defaults
The “Surround Parameter” settings are returned to the default settings.
0 “Room Size” does not indicate the size of the room in which sources are
played.

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Restorer
Compressed audio formats such as MP3, WMA (Windows Media Audio) 0 This item can be set with analog signals or PCM signal (Sample Rate =
44.1/48 kHz) is input.
and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the amount of data by eliminating signal
components that are hard for the human ear to hear. The “Restorer” 0 This item default setting for “HEOS Music” is “Low”. All others are set to “Off”.
function generates the signals eliminated upon compression, restoring the 0 This cannot be set when the sound mode is set to “Direct” or “Pure Direct”.
sound to conditions near those of the original sound before compression. 0 “Restorer” settings are stored for each input source.
It also restores the original bass characteristics for a rich and expanded
tonal range.

o Mode
Optimized mode for compressed sources
High: with very weak highs (64 kbps and
under).
Apply suitable bass and treble boost for
Medium: all compressed sources (96 kbps and
under).
Optimized mode for compressed sources
Low:
with normal highs (96 kbps and over).
Off: Do not use “Restorer”.

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Audio Delay o Adjust

The timing mismatch between the picture and sound needs to be
Compensates for incorrect timing between video and audio.
corrected manually.
0 ms – 500 ms (Default : 0 ms)
0 Audio Delay for game mode can be set when “Video Mode” is set to “Auto” or
“Game”. (v p. 172)
0 “Audio Delay” settings are stored for each input source.
0 You can also finely adjust the delay correction value set by “Auto Lip Sync”.
0 Adjust for game mode can be set when “Video Mode” is set to “Auto” or
o Auto Lip Sync “Game”. (v p. 172)

Automatically adjusts the audio processing time to compensate for

delays in audio/video timing from TV compatible with Auto Lip Sync.
On
Correct automatically.
(Default):
Off: Do not correct automatically.

0 Automatic correction may not be performed depending on the specifications of

your TV even when “Auto Lip Sync” is set to “On”.

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Volume o Power On Level

Define the volume setting that is active when the power is turned on.
Set the MAIN ZONE (room where the unit is located) volume setting.
Last Use the memorized setting from the last
o Scale (Default): session.
Always use the muting on condition when
Set how volume is displayed. Mute:
power is turned on.
0 - 98
Display in the range 0 (Min) to 98. 1 – 98 (–79 dB – 18 dB) : The volume is adjusted to the set level.
(Default):
Display ---dB (Min), in the range –79.5 dB
-79.5 dB - 18.0 dB:
to 18.0 dB.
0 The dB value is displayed when the “Scale” setting is “-79.5 dB - 18.0
dB”. (v p. 158)

0 “Scale” settings are reflected in all the zones.

o Mute Level
o Limit Set the amount of attenuation when muting is on.
Full
Make a setting for maximum volume. The sound is muted entirely.
(Default):
60 (–20 dB) / 70 (–10 dB) / 80 (0 dB) –40 dB : The sound is attenuated by 40 dB down.
Off (Default) –20 dB : The sound is attenuated by 20 dB down.

0 The dB value is displayed when the “Scale” setting is “-79.5 dB - 18.0

dB”. (v p. 158)

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o MultEQ® XT32
Audyssey®
MultEQ® XT32 compensates for both time and frequency
Set Audyssey MultEQ® XT32, Audyssey Dynamic EQ®, Audyssey
characteristics of the listening area based on Audyssey® Setup
Dynamic Volume® and Audyssey LFC™. These can be selected after
measurement results. Selection is done from three types of
Audyssey® Setup has been performed. compensation curves. We recommend the “Reference” setting.
For additional information on Audyssey technology, please see
“Explanation of terms” (v p. 270). Selects the default calibrated setting with
Reference
a slight roll off at high frequencies, which
(Default):
is optimized for movies.
0 “MultEQ® XT32”, “Dynamic EQ”, “Reference Level Offset”, “Dynamic Volume”, Selects the reference setting, but
“Audyssey LFC™” and “Containment Amount” settings are stored for each input L/R Bypass: bypasses MultEQ® XT32 on the front left
source. and right speakers.
0 When the sound mode is in the “Direct” or “Pure Direct” mode, “MultEQ® XT32”,
Selects the calibrated setting which is
“Dynamic EQ”, “Dynamic Volume” and “Audyssey LFC™” settings cannot be
configured. optimized for small rooms where your
Flat:
0 When the sound mode is in “DTS Virtual:X” or sound mode that have “+Virtual:X”
listening position is closer to the
in the sound mode name, “MultEQ® XT32”, “Dynamic EQ” and “Dynamic Volume” speakers.
settings cannot be configured. Off: Do not use “MultEQ® XT32”.

0 When using headphones, “MultEQ® XT32” is automatically set to “Off”.

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o Dynamic EQ o Reference Level Offset

Solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality as volume is Audyssey Dynamic EQ® is referenced to the standard film mix level. It
decreased by taking into account human perception and room makes adjustments to maintain the reference response and surround
acoustics. envelopment when the volume is turned down from 0 dB. However,
Works with MultEQ® XT32. film reference level is not always used in music or other non-film
content. Dynamic EQ Reference Level Offset provides three offsets
On from the film level reference (5 dB, 10 dB, and 15 dB) that can be
Use “Dynamic EQ”.
(Default): selected when the mix level of the content is not within the standard.
Off: Do not use “Dynamic EQ”. Recommended setting levels for content are shown below.
0 dB (Film Reference) Optimized for content such as movies.
(Default):
0 When the menu “Dynamic EQ” setting is “On”, it is not possible to do “Tone” Select this setting for content that has a
adjustment. (v p. 113) 5 dB : very wide dynamic range, such as
classical music.
Select this setting for jazz or other music
that has a wider dynamic range. This
10 dB : setting should also be selected for TV
content as that is usually mixed at 10 dB
below film reference.
Select this setting for pop/rock music or
other program material that is mixed at
15 dB : very high listening levels and has a
compressed dynamic range.

0 Setting is enabled when “Dynamic EQ” is “On”. (v p. 160)

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o Dynamic Volume o Audyssey LFC™

Solves the problem of large variations in volume level between TV, Adjusts the low frequency band to prevent bass and vibration from
movies and other content (between quiet passages and loud being conveyed to neighboring rooms.
passages, etc.) by automatically adjusting to the user’s preferred Works with MultEQ® XT32.
volume setting.
On: Use “Audyssey LFC™”.
Works with MultEQ® XT32.
Off
Most adjustment to softest and loudest Do not use “Audyssey LFC™”.
Heavy: (Default):
sounds.
Medium adjustment to loudest and
Medium:
softest sound.
o Containment Amount
Least adjustment to loudest and softest Adjusts the amount of low frequency containment. Use higher settings
Light: if you have close neighbors.
sounds.
Off 1 – 7 (Default : 4)
Do not use “Dynamic Volume”.
(Default):

0 This can be set when “Audyssey LFC™” in the menu is set to “On”.
0 If “Dynamic Volume” is set to “Yes” in “Audyssey® Setup”, the setting is
automatically changed to “Medium”. (v p. 182)

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Graphic EQ o Speaker Selection

Select whether to adjust tones for individual speakers or for all
Uses the graphic equalizer to adjust the tone of each speaker.
speakers.
All: Adjust all speaker tones together.
0 Speakers for which “Graphic EQ” can be set differ according to the sound mode. Left/Right Adjust the left and right speaker tones
0 This can be set when “MultEQ® XT32” setting is “Off”. (v p. 159) (Default): together.
0 This cannot be set when the sound mode is set to “Direct” or “Pure Direct”.
Each: Adjust the tone for each speaker.
0 If you are using headphones, you can set the equalizer for headphones.
(v p. 162)
o Adjust EQ
o Graphic EQ / Headphone EQ Adjust tonal balance for each frequency band.
Set whether to use the graphic equalizer or not. 1. Select the speaker.
On: Use the graphic equalizer. 2. Select the adjustment frequency band.
Off 63 Hz / 125 Hz / 250 Hz / 500 Hz / 1 kHz / 2 kHz / 4 kHz / 8 kHz /
Do not use the graphic equalizer. 16 kHz
(Default):
3. Adjust the level.
–20.0 dB – +6.0 dB (Default: 0.0 dB)

0 “Headphone EQ” is set in the menu when headphones are used.

0 Front Dolby and Surround Dolby speakers can only be set when
63 Hz/125 Hz/250 Hz/500 Hz/1 kHz.

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o Curve Copy
Copy the Flat correction curve created in Audyssey® Setup.

0 “Curve Copy” is displayed after Audyssey® Setup has been performed.

0 “Curve Copy” cannot be used when using headphones.

o Set Defaults
The “Graphic EQ” settings are returned to the default settings.

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Video
Make video-related settings.

Picture Adjust o Picture Mode

Select the desired picture mode according to the video content and
Picture quality can be adjusted.
your viewing environment.
The standard mode suited for most living
Standard:
0 This can be set when the “Video Conversion” setting is “On”. (v p. 172) room viewing environments.
0 This can be set when “HDMI”, “COMP” or “VIDEO” is assigned for each input A mode suited for watching movies in a
source. (v p. 179) Movie:
dark room such as a theater room.
0 “Contrast”, “Brightness”, “Saturation”, “Noise Reduction” and “Enhancer” can be
set when “Picture Mode” is set to “Custom”. (v p. 164) A mode that makes graphic images for
Vivid:
0 “Picture Adjust” settings are stored for each input source. games, etc. brighter and more vivid.
0 “Picture Adjust” cannot be set when 4K signals are input. A mode suited for low bit rate video
Streaming:
sources.
A mode suited for watching movies in a
ISF Day:
bright room during the day.
A mode suited for watching movies in a
ISF Night:
dark room at night.
Custom: Adjusts the picture quality manually.
Off No picture quality adjustment is done with
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o Contrast
0 The two special adjustment modes, “ISF Day” and “ISF Night”, should be used Adjust picture contrast.
by a certified technician to adjust the color calibration to match the installation
conditions. -50 – +50 (Default : 0)
We recommend that the settings and adjustments be carried out by an ISF-
certified technician.
0 These settings can also be configured using “Picture Mode” in the option o Brightness
menu. (v p. 164)
Adjust picture brightness.
-50 – +50 (Default : 0)

o Saturation
Adjust picture chroma level (color saturation).
-50 – +50 (Default : 0)

o Noise Reduction
Reduce overall video noise.
Low / Medium / High / Off (Default : Off)

o Enhancer
Emphasize picture sharpness.
0 – +12 (Default : 0)

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HDMI Setup o HDMI Pass Through

Selects how this unit will transmit HDMI signals to the HDMI output in
Make settings for HDMI Audio Out, HDMI Pass Through and HDMI
standby power mode.
Control settings.
Transmits the selected HDMI input
NOTE On
through this unit’s HDMI output when this
(Default):
0 When “HDMI Pass Through” and “HDMI Control” is set to “On”, it consumes more unit is in standby power mode.
standby power. (“ HDMI Pass Through ” (v p. 166), “ HDMI
No HDMI signals are transmitted through
Control ” (v p. 168))
If you are not using this unit for an extended period, it is recommended that you Off: this unit’s HDMI output in standby power
unplug the power cord from the power outlet. mode.

o HDMI Audio Out

Select HDMI audio output device.
AVR Play back through speakers connected to
(Default): the unit.
Play back through TV connected to the
TV:
unit.

0 When the HDMI Control function is activated, priority is given to the TV audio
setting. (v p. 129)
0 When the power of this unit is on and “HDMI Audio Out” is set to “TV”, audio is
output as 2-channel from the HDMI OUT connector.

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o Pass Through Source o RC Source Select

Sets the HDMI connector that inputs HDMI signals when in standby. Set whether to allow this unit to be turned on by the input source select
button on the remote control when this unit is on standby.
The most recently used input source will
Last:
go into standby mode. Power On + Source The power of this unit is turned on and
CBL/SAT / DVD / (Default): the input source changes.
Blu-ray / Game / The HDMI input source changes while
AUX1 / AUX2 / Pass through the selected input source. this unit is on standby. The power display
Media Player / CDz Source Select Only: of this unit blinks when the input source
(Default : CBL/SAT): select button of the remote control is
z“Pass Through Source” can be set when any of the HDMI pressed.
connectors is assigned to “CD” for the input source in the “Input
Assign” setting. (v p. 178)

0 “RC Source Select” can be set when “HDMI Control” is set to “On” or “HDMI
Pass Through” is set to “On”. (“ HDMI Pass Through ” (v p. 166), “ HDMI
0 “Pass Through Source” can be set when “HDMI Control” is set to “On” or Control ” (v p. 168))
“HDMI Pass Through” is set to “On”. (“ HDMI Pass Through ” (v p. 166),
“ HDMI Control ” (v p. 168))

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o HDMI Control o ARC

You can link operations with devices connected to HDMI and On the TV connected to the HDMI MONITOR 1 connector, set whether
compatible with HDMI Control. to receive sound from the TV via HDMI.
On: Use HDMI Control function. On: Use ARC function.
Off Off
Do not use HDMI Control function. Do not use ARC function.
(Default): (Default):

0 If using the HDMI Control function, connect a TV compatible with HDMI control 0 You can adjust the volume of this unit using the TV remote control.
to the HDMI MONITOR 1 connector. 0 If using this function, use a TV compatible with ARC (Audio Return Channel)
0 Please consult the operating instructions for each connected device to check and enable the HDMI Control function of the TV.
the settings. 0 When “HDMI Control” is set to “On”, the “ARC” settings automatically switch
0 Refer to “HDMI Control function” for more information about the HDMI Control “On”. (v p. 168)
function. (v p. 129)

NOTE
NOTE 0 If the “ARC” settings have been changed, always reset the power to
0 If the “HDMI Control” settings have been changed, always reset the power to connected devices after the change.
connected devices after the change. 0 Using an eARC function-compatible television enables audio playback from
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o TV Audio Switching o Power Off Control

Sets automatic switching to the “TV Audio” input when a TV connected Links the power standby of this unit to external devices.
via HDMI sends an appropriate CEC control command to this unit.
If power to a connected TV is turned off
All
On Select the “TV Audio” input automatically independently of the input source, power
(Default):
(Default): when receiving a command from the TV. to this unit is automatically set to standby.
Do not select the “TV Audio” input With an input source being selected that
Off: automatically when receiving a command is assigned either “HDMI”, “COMP” or
Video: “VIDEO”, when you turn the power of the
from the TV.
TV off, power to this unit is automatically
set to standby. (v p. 179)
Off: This unit does not link with power to a TV.
0 “TV Audio Switching” can be set when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”.
(v p. 168)

0 “Power Off Control” can be set when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”.
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o Power Saving o Smart Menu

If “TV Speaker” is set as the audio output setting of your TV, this unit is This function can be used to configure the settings of this unit, select
automatically set to standby mode to reduce power consumption. an input source and set Tuner and Internet Radio stations using the TV
This function is activated in the following cases. remote control.
0 When “TV Audio” is selected as the input source of this unit On: Use Smart Menu function.
0 When playing content from a device connected by HDMI Off: Do not use Smart Menu function.
On: Use Power Saving function.
Off
Do not use Power Saving function.
(Default): 0 “Smart Menu” can be set when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. (v p. 168)

NOTE
0 “Power Saving” can be set when “HDMI Control” is set to “On”. (v p. 168) 0 If the “Smart Menu” settings have been changed, always reset the power to
connected devices after the change.
0 The Smart Menu function may not work properly depending on the
specifications of your TV. In this case, set “Smart Menu” to “Off”.

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Output Settings o HDMI Video Output

Select the HDMI monitor connector to be used.
Makes settings for video output.
The presence of a TV connected to the
Auto(Dual) HDMI MONITOR 1 or HDMI MONITOR 2
0 This can be set when “HDMI”, “COMP” or “VIDEO” is assigned for each input (Default): connector is detected automatically, and
source. (v p. 179) that TV connection is used.
0 “Resolution”, “Sharpness”, “Progressive Mode” and “Aspect Ratio” can be set A TV connected to the HDMI MONITOR
when “i/p Scaler” is set to anything other than “Off”. (“ Resolution ” (v p. 173), Monitor 1:
1 connector is always used.
“ Sharpness ” (v p. 173), “ Progressive Mode ” (v p. 174), “ Aspect
Ratio ” (v p. 174)) A TV connected to the HDMI MONITOR
Monitor 2:
0 “Output Settings” cannot be set when 4K signals are input. 2 connector is always used.
0 “Video Conversion”, “i/p Scaler”, “Resolution”, “Sharpness”, “Progressive Mode”
and “Aspect Ratio” settings are stored for each input source. (“ Video
Conversion ” (v p. 172), “ i/p Scaler ” (v p. 172), “ Resolution ” (v p. 173),
“ Sharpness ” (v p. 173), “ Progressive Mode ” (v p. 174), “ Aspect 0 If both the HDMI MONITOR 1 and HDMI MONITOR 2 connectors are
Ratio ” (v p. 174)) connected and “Resolution” is set to “Auto”, the signals are output with a
resolution that is compatible with both TVs. (v p. 173)
When the “Resolution” setting in the menu is not set to “Auto”, set the
resolution in “Video” - “HDMI Monitor 1” and “HDMI Monitor 2” to one that is
compatible with both TVs. (v p. 223)
0 You can check which resolutions are compatible with your TV in “HDMI
Monitor 1” and “HDMI Monitor 2”. (v p. 223)
0 When connecting multiple Dolby Vision TVs, the signal will only be optimal for
one TV. A TV connected to the HDMI MONITOR 1 connector has priority.

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o Video Mode o Video Conversion

Configure the video processing method to match the type of video The input video signal is converted automatically in conjunction with
content. the connected TV. (v p. 256)
Auto Process video automatically based on On
The input video signal is converted.
(Default): the HDMI content information. (Default):
Always process video for game content. Off: The input video signal is not converted.
Minimize the video delay when the video
Game: is delayed compared to the button
operations on the controller of the game o i/p Scaler
console.
Set the video input signal to be subjected to i/p Scaler processing.
Perform image processing that is suitable i/p Scaler will convert the resolution of the input video signal to the
Movie:
for contents other than games. value set in “Resolution”. (v p. 173)

Analog Use i/p (interlace-to-progressive) scaler

(Default): function for analog video signals.
0 If “Video Mode” is set to “Auto”, the mode is switched according to the input
contents. Use i/p Scaler function for analog and
Analog & HDMI:
HDMI video signal.
Use i/p Scaler function for HDMI video
HDMI:
signals.
Off: Do not use i/p Scaler function.

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o Resolution o Sharpness
Set the output resolution. You can set “Resolution” separately for Enables the sharpness feature which enhances the edges of images
HDMI output of the analog video input and HDMI input. when up-scaling video to 4K.
The resolution supported by the TV Enables the video enhancer sharpness
Auto connected to the HDMI MONITOR OUT feature to provide image edge contouring
On:
(Default): connector is detected automatically and which is optimized for converting lower
the appropriate output resolution is set. resolution standard definition video to 4K.
480p/576p / 1080i / Off Disables the video enhancer sharpness
720p / 1080p / (Default): feature.
Set the output resolution.
1080p:24Hz /
4K / 4K (60/50) :
0 This item can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to anything other than “Off”.
(v p. 172)
0 When “i/p Scaler” is set to “Analog & HDMI”, the resolution of both the analog 0 We recommend using this sharpness feature only when your TV sharpness is
video input signal and HDMI input signal can be set. (v p. 172) set to 0.
0 When set to “1080p:24Hz”, you can enjoy film-like pictures for film sources (in
24 Hz). For video sources and mixed sources, we recommend setting the
resolution to “1080p”.
0 It is not possible to convert a 50 Hz signal into 1080p/24Hz. It is output at a
resolution of 1080p/50Hz.

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o Progressive Mode On Screen Display

Set an appropriate progressive conversion mode for the source video
Select the on-screen display user interface preferences.
signal.

Auto
The video signal is automatically o Volume
detected and the appropriate mode is
(Default): Sets where to display the volume level.
set.
Video: Select mode suitable for video playback. Bottom
Display at the bottom.
(Default):
Select mode suitable for video and 30-
Video and Film: Top: Display at the top.
frame film material playback.
Off: Turn display off.

0 This item can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to anything other than “Off”.
(v p. 172) 0 When the master volume display is hard to see when superimposed text
(closed captioning) or movie subtitles are present, set to “Top”.

o Aspect Ratio
o Info
Set the aspect ratio for the video signals output to the HDMI.
Displays status of operation temporarily when the input source is
16:9 switched.
Output at 16:9 aspect ratio.
(Default):
On
Output at 4:3 aspect ratio with black bars Turn display on.
(Default):
4:3 : on the sides of a 16:9 TV screen. (except
Off: Turn display off.
for 480p/576p output)

0 This item can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to anything other than “Off”.
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o Now Playing 4K Signal Format

Sets the display time for the playback display when the input source is Set the 4K signal format to be played back by this unit when the TV or
“HEOS Music” or “Tuner”. playback device connected to this unit is HDMI 4K (60Hz/50Hz) signal
Always On compatible.
Show display continuously.
(Default):
Auto Off:
Show display for 30 seconds after o 4K Signal Format
operation.
Set the format of the 4K signal played back by this unit.
Select if your TV and playback devices
Standard
support standard 4K 60p 4:2:0 8 bit video
(Default):
signals.
Select if your TV, playback devices, and
Enhanced: cables support high quality 4K 60p 4:4:4,
4:2:2 or 4K 60p 4:2:0 10 bit video signals.

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GRelation between the “4K Signal Format” setting and supported

resolutionsH 0 When setting this to “Enhanced”, we recommend using a “Premium High
4K Signal Format Speed HDMI Cable” or “Premium High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet” that
Support Color Pixel has an “HDMI Premium Certified Cable” label attached to the product
Resolution Space Depth Standard package.
Enhanced
(Default) 0 When this setting is “Enhanced”, configure the television or playback device
settings to match this setting.
4K 24p, 4K RGB / 8 bit P P
30p, 4K 25p YCbCr 4:4:4 10,12 bit 0 When this setting is “Enhanced”, video may not be output correctly depending
P – on the connected playback device or HDMI cable. In this case, change this
YCbCr 4:2:2 12 bit P P setting to “Standard”.
0 “Custom” is displayed for the setting item if our service engineers or custom
4K 60p, 4K 50p YCbCr 4:2:0 8 bit P P installers has configured the HDMI signal format for this unit.
10,12 bit P – 0 “4K Signal Format” can also be set by the following procedure. However, the
menu screen is not displayed. Watch the display while configuring the setting.
RGB / 8 bit P –
1. Press and hold the main unit’s ZONE2 SOURCE and STATUS at the same
YCbCr 4:4:4
time for at least 3 seconds.
YCbCr 4:2:2 12 bit P – “V.Format:<NTSC>” appears on the display.
2. Press the main unit's DIMMER.
“4K :<Standard>” appears on the display.
3. Use the main unit's TUNER PRESET CH + or TUNER PRESET CH – and
select the 4K Signal Format.
4. Press the main unit’s STATUS to complete the setting.

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TV Format
Set the video signal format to be output for the TV you are using.

o Format
NTSC
Select NTSC output.
(Default):
PAL: Select PAL output.

0 “Format” can also be set by the following procedure. However, the menu
screen is not displayed. Following the display content to make the setting.
1. Press and hold the main unit’s ZONE2 SOURCE and STATUS at the same
time for at least 3 seconds.
“V.Format:<NTSC>” appears on the display.
2. Use the main unit’s TUNER PRESET CH + or TUNER PRESET CH – and
set the video signal format.
3. Press the main unit’s STATUS to complete the setting.

NOTE
0 When a format other than the video format of the connected TV is set, the
picture will not be displayed properly.

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Inputs
Perform settings related to input source playback.
You do not have to change the settings to use the unit. Make settings when needed.

Input Assign
0 By default, each item is set as follows.
By making connections as indicated by the input sources printed on the
Input connector
audio/video input connectors of this unit, you can just press one of the Input source
input source select buttons to easily play back audio or video from a HDMI DIGITAL ANALOG VIDEO
connected device. CBL/SAT 1 COAX1 1 VIDEO1
Please change the assignment of the HDMI input connector, digital audio DVD 2 COAX2 2 COMP1
input connector, analog audio input connector, component video input
Blu-ray 3 – 3 VIDEO2
connector and video input connector when connecting an input source
that differs from that printed to the audio/video input connectors of this Game 4 – 4 VIDEO3
unit. Media Player 5 OPT2 – COMP2
TV Audio – OPT1 – –
Inputs/Input Assign
AUX1 FRONT – – –
Set Defaults HDMI DIGITAL ANALOG VIDEO

CBL/SAT 1 COAX1 1 VIDEO1 AUX2 6 – – –

DVD 2 COAX2 2 COMP1
Blu-ray 3 - 3 VIDEO2 CD – – 5 –
Game 4 - 4 VIDEO3
Media Player 5 OPT2 - COMP2
TV Audio
AUX1
-
FRONT
OPT1
-
-
-
-
-
n TV set top box/satellite users please note
AUX2 6 - - -
CD - - 5 - When using the digital audio output on a TV/satellite box:
Changes HDMI input assignments To play the video signal assigned to “HDMI” combined with the audio
signal assigned at “Input Assign” - “DIGITAL”, you will also need to
select “Digital” in the “Input Mode”. (v p. 181)
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o HDMI o ANALOG
Set this to change the HDMI input connectors assigned to the input Set this to change the analog audio input connectors assigned to the
sources. input sources.
1/2/3/4/5/6/7/ Assign an HDMI input connector to the Assign a analog audio input connector to
1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5:
FRONT: selected input source. the selected input source.
Do not assign an HDMI input connector Do not assign a analog audio input
–: –:
connector to the selected input source.
to the selected input source.

o VIDEO
0 When “HDMI Control” or “ARC” is set to “On” in the menu, “HDMI” cannot be
Set this to change the component video input connectors and
assigned to “TV Audio”. (“ HDMI Control ” (v p. 168), “ ARC ” (v p. 168))
composite video input connectors assigned to the input sources.
0 The eARC function does not operate when “HDMI” is set as the “TV Audio”
input source. COMP1 (Component
video) / COMP2 / Assign the video input connector to the
VIDEO1 / VIDEO2 / selected input source.
o DIGITAL VIDEO3:
Set this to change the digital audio input connectors assigned to the Do not assign a video input connector to
–:
input sources. the selected input source.

COAX1 (Coaxial) /
Assign a digital audio input connector to o Set Defaults
COAX2 /
the selected input source.
OPT1 (Optical) / OPT2:
The “Input Assign” settings are returned to the default settings.
Do not assign a digital audio input
–:
connector to the selected input source.

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Source Rename Hide Sources

Change the display name for input source. Remove from the display input sources that are not used.
This is convenient when the name of your device and the input source Show
name of this unit are different. You can change the name to suit your Use this source.
(Default):
needs. When the renaming is completed, the name is displayed on this
unit’s display and on the menu screen. Hide: Do not use this source.

CBL/SAT / DVD / Blu-ray /

Game / AUX1 / AUX2 /
Change the display name for input source. Source Level
Media Player / CD /
TV Audio / Phono: This function corrects the playback level of the selected input source’s
audio input.
The “Source Rename” settings are returned
Set Defaults: Make this setting if there are differences in the input volume levels
to the default settings.
between the different sources.
-12 dB – +12 dB (Default : 0 dB)
0 Up to 12 characters can be input.

0 “Source Level” settings are stored for each input source.

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Input Select
Set the audio input mode of each input source.
The input modes available for selection may vary depending on the input
source.

0 “Input Select” settings are stored for each input source.

o Input Mode
Set the audio input modes for the different input sources.
It is normally recommended to set the audio input mode to “Auto”.
Auto Automatically detect input signal and
(Default): perform playback.
HDMI: Play only signals from HDMI input.
Digital: Play only signals from digital audio input.
Analog: Play only signals from analog audio input.

0 When digital signals are properly input, the ~ indicator lights on the display.
If the ~ indicator does not light, check “Input Assign” and the connections.
(v p. 178)
0 If “HDMI Control” is set to “On” and a TV compatible with the ARC is
connected via the HDMI MONITOR 1 connectors, the input mode whose input
source is “TV Audio” is fixed to ARC.
0 When an eARC function-compatible television is connected to the HDMI
MONITOR 1 connector, the input mode is fixed to eARC while the input
source is “TV Audio”.

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Speakers
The acoustic characteristics of the connected speakers and listening room are measured and the optimum settings are made automatically. This is called
“Audyssey® Setup”.
You do not have to perform Audyssey® Setup when you have already performed “Speaker Calibration” in “Setup Assistant”.
To set up the speakers manually, use “Manual Setup” on the menu. (v p. 193)

Audyssey® Setup
To perform measurement, place the Sound calibration microphone in FL SW C FR FL Front speaker (L)
multiple locations all around the listening area. For best results, we
FR Front speaker (R)
recommend you measure in six or more positions, as shown in the
C Center speaker
illustration (up to eight positions). ( :Measuring positions) SW Subwoofer
When measuring the second and subsequent positions, install the Sound
SL Surround speaker (L)
calibration microphone within 2 ft (60 cm) of the first measurement position
SR Surround speaker (R)
(main listening position).

0 If you perform Audyssey® Setup, Audyssey MultEQ® XT32, Audyssey Dynamic

EQ®, Audyssey Dynamic Volume® and Audyssey LFC™ functions are enabled. SL Listening position SR
(v p. 159)

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o About the main listening position NOTE

The main listening position is the position where listeners would 0 Make the room as quiet as possible. Background noise can disrupt the room
normally sit or where one would normally sit alone within the listening measurements. Close windows and turn off the power on electronic devices
(radios, air conditioners, fluorescent lights, etc.). The measurements could be
environment. Before starting Audyssey® Setup, place the Sound
affected by the sounds emitted by such devices.
calibration microphone in the main listening position.
0 During the measurement process, place cell phones outside the listening room.
Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 uses the measurements from this position to Cell phone signals could disrupt the measurements.
calculate speaker distance, level, polarity, and the optimum crossover 0 Do not stand between the speakers and Sound calibration microphone or allow
value for the subwoofer. obstacles in the path while the measurements are being made. Also, install the
Sound calibration microphone at least 20 inches (50 cm) away from the wall.
o About Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ Failure to do so will result in inaccurate readings.
0 During the measurement process, audible test tones will come from the speakers
Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ makes the integration of dual subwoofers and subwoofer(s), but this is part of normal operation. If there is background noise
seamless by first compensating for any level and delay differences in the room, these test signals will increase in volume.
between the two subwoofers and then applying Audyssey MultEQ® 0 Operating VOLUME d f on the remote control unit or MASTER VOLUME on the
XT32 to both subwoofers together. main unit during the measurements will cancel the measurements.
To run Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ you must select “Measure (2 spkrs)” in 0 Measurement cannot be performed when headphones are connected. Unplug the
“Channel Select”. (v p. 185). headphones before performing Audyssey® Setup.

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Procedure for speaker settings 1 Attach the Sound calibration microphone to the
supplied microphone stand or own tripod and install it
(Audyssey® Setup) at the main listening position.
When installing the Sound calibration microphone, point the tip of
Preparation the microphone toward the ceiling and adjust the height to match the
height of the ears of a listener in a seated position.

Measurement
2 If using a subwoofer capable of the following
adjustments, set up the subwoofer as shown below.
n When using a subwoofer with a direct mode
Set the direct mode to “On” and disable the volume adjustment
Calculation & Store and crossover frequency setting.

n When using a subwoofer without a direct mode

Check Make the following settings:
0 Volume : 12 o’clock position
0 Crossover frequency : Maximum/Highest Frequency
0 Low pass filter : Off
Finish 0 Standby mode : Off
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3 Connect the Sound calibration microphone to the

SETUP MIC jack of this unit.
4 Select “Start”, then press ENTER.
Audyssey® Setup can also make the following settings.
0 Amp Assign
The signals output from the SURROUND BACK speaker
terminals can be switched in accordance with your speaker
environment. (“ Amp Assign ” (v p. 193))
0 Channel Select
If channels that are not to be used are set in advance,
measurement for the set channels is skipped, and measuring
When the Sound calibration microphone is time can be reduced. You can also change the number of
connected, the following screen is displayed. surround back speakers and subwoofer.
0 Dolby Speaker Setup
Set the distance between the Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker and
.
the ceiling.
Audyssey Setup This can be set when “Assign Mode” is set to “Front Dolby” or
Your AV receiver can automatically measure the acoustics of “Surround Dolby” in the “Amp Assign” settings. (v p. 193)
your room then optimize your speakers using the included

5
microphone and microphone stand.
Set the following items
if necessary.
Follow the instructions on the screen display and press
Amp Assign “Next” to proceed further.
Channel Select
Dolby Speaker Setup

Start
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6 When the following screen is displayed, select “Begin

Test” and then press ENTER.
7 When the detected speaker is displayed, select “Next”
and then press ENTER.
Start the measurement of the first position.
Audyssey Setup
Speaker Detection
Audyssey Setup
Select “Begin Test” to start the calibration.
Front :Yes
NOTE: You will hear a series of loud chirps starting and stopping
during the tests. Center :Yes
Subwoofer :1spkr
Surround :Yes
Ear Height
Surr. Back :No

Repeat Last Test Next

.
Back Begin Test
.
0 Measurement requires several minutes.

NOTE
0 If “Caution!” is displayed on TV screen:
0 Go to “Error messages” (v p. 190). Check any related items, and
perform the necessary procedures.
0 If the volume level for the subwoofer is not appropriate, an error message
is displayed. See “Subwoofer level error message and how to adjust”
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8 Move the Sound calibration microphone to position 2,

select “Continue”, then press ENTER.
9 Repeat step 8, measuring positions 3 to 8.

The measurement of the second position starts.

Measurements can be made in up to eight positions. 0 To skip measuring the fourth and subsequent listening position, press o to
select “Complete” and press ENTER to proceed to step 11.

Audyssey Setup
Place the microphone ear level of the listener seated at the 2nd
listening position, which should be no more than 2 ft (60 cm)
10 Select “Continue”, then press ENTER.
away from the 1st position, then select “Continue”...

Audyssey Setup
Ear Height Measurements complete.
Select “Continue” to analyze the data...

Back Continue
.
n Stopping Audyssey® Setup
Repeat Last Test Continue

A Press BACK to display the popup screen.

.
Start the analysis and storage of the measurement results.
B Press o to select “Yes”, then press ENTER.
0 Analysis takes several minutes to complete.
The more speakers and measurement positions that there are,
the more time it takes to perform the analysis.

NOTE
0 When the measurement results are being saved, make sure the power is
not turned off.

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11 Perform the settings for Audyssey Dynamic EQ® and 12 When the analysis and storage ends, unplug the Sound
calibration microphone from the SETUP MIC jack on the
Audyssey Dynamic Volume®.
The following screen is displayed during the analysis. Configure the main unit and then press “Next”.
settings as preferred.
Audyssey Setup
Now Analyzing and correcting your room data.
Audyssey Setup Please disconnect the microphone from your AV receiver.
Audyssey Dynamic EQ maintains bass, clarity and surround
sound at low volumes letting you enjoy late-night movies
and television.

Turn on Dynamic EQ?

Yes
Applying room corrections
No
100%

Analyzing room data Back Next

50%

.
.
0 Dynamic EQ corrects the frequency response in consideration of
the audio characteristics of the room and human hearing ability so
that sound can be heard even at low volume.
This is recommended when using the unit with the volume turned
down, e.g. when enjoying a movie or TV program in the middle of
the night.
0 Dynamic Volume adjusts the output volume to the optimal level
while constantly monitoring the level of the audio input to the unit.
Optimal volume control is performed automatically without any
loss in the dynamism and clarity of the sound when, for example,
the volume suddenly increases for commercials shown during
television programs.

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13 Select “Details” and press ENTER to verify the

measurement results.
0 Subwoofers may measure a greater reported distance than the
actual distance due to added electrical delay common in
subwoofers.

NOTE
0 Do not change the speaker connection or subwoofer volume after Audyssey®
Setup. If these are changed, run Audyssey® Setup again in order to configure the
optimum equalizer settings.

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Error messages
An error message is displayed if Audyssey® Setup could not be completed due to speaker placement, the measurement environment, etc. If an error
message is displayed, check the relevant items and perform the necessary measures. Be sure to turn off the power before checking speaker connections.
Examples Error details Measures
No speakers found. 0 Sound calibration microphone is not 0 Connect the included Sound calibration microphone to the
detected. SETUP MIC jack of this unit.
0 Not all speakers could be detected. 0 Check the speaker connections.
Ambient noise is too high or level is too 0 There is too much noise in the room. 0 Either turn off any device generating noise or move it away.
low 0 Perform again when the surroundings are quieter.
0 Speaker or subwoofer sound is too low. 0 Check the speaker installation and the direction in which the
speakers are facing.
0 Adjust the subwoofer’s volume.
Front R : None 0 The displayed speaker could not be 0 Check the connections of the displayed speaker.
detected.
Front R : Phase 0 The displayed speaker is connected with the 0 Check the polarity of the displayed speaker.
polarity reversed. 0 For some speakers, this error message may be displayed
even if the speaker is properly connected. If you are sure the
connection is correct, press p to select “Ignore”, then press
ENTER.

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o Subwoofer level error message and how to

adjust 1 Select “SW Level Matching” and then press ENTER.

The optimal level of each subwoofer channel for Audyssey® Setup 2 Adjust the volume control on your subwoofer so that
the measured level is within the 72 to 78 dB range.
measurement is 75 dB.

3
During subwoofer level measurement, an error message is displayed
when one level of subwoofers is outside the 72 – 78 dB range.
When the measured level is within the 72 to 78 dB
When using a subwoofer with built-in amplifier (active type), adjust the
range, select “Next” and then press ENTER.
subwoofer volume so that the subwoofer level is within the 72 to 78 dB 0 If you use two subwoofers, the second subwoofer’s adjustment
range. will be started. Repeat the operation from step 2, 3.

G Error message H

Audyssey Setup
Your Subwoofer 1’s level is too high.
If your subwoofer has a volume control on it,
select “SW Level Matching” to interactively adjust the level of
your subwoofer.

If your subwoofer does not have a volume control,

or if you do not want to use a subwoofer, select “Skip”.

Back Skip SW Level Matching

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Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings

If you set “Restore...” to “Restore”, you can return to Audyssey® Setup
measurement result (value calculated at the start by MultEQ® XT32) even
when you have changed each setting manually.

Audyssey Setup
Your AV receiver can automatically measure the acoustics of
your room then optimize your speakers using the included
microphone and microphone stand.
Set the following items
if necessary.

Amp Assign
Channel Select
Dolby Speaker Setup
Check Results
Restore...

Start
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Manual Setup Amp Assign

Perform when setting the speakers manually or when changing settings Select the power amplifier usage method to match your speaker system.
made in Audyssey® Setup. See “Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings” (v p. 40)
0 If you add or remove a speaker after performing Audyssey® Setup, you regarding the speaker configuration and connection.
will no longer be able to select Audyssey MultEQ® XT32, Audyssey
Dynamic EQ® or Audyssey Dynamic Volume®. (v p. 159) o Assign Mode
0 “Manual Setup” can be used without changing the settings. Please set if Select how to use the power amp.
necessary.
Setting for 7.1-channel playback using
Surround Back:
surround back speakers.
Setting for 7.1-channel playback using
Front Height:
front height speakers.
Setting for 7.1-channel playback using
Top Front:
top front speakers.
Setting for 7.1-channel playback using
Top Middle:
top middle speakers.
Setting for 7.1-channel playback using
Front Dolby:
front Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers.
Setting for 7.1-channel playback using
Surround Dolby: surround Dolby Atmos Enabled
speakers.

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ZONE2
Setting to assign the unit’s built-in power
amplifier for ZONE2 and output the audio
Speaker Config.
(Default):
in stereo. Select whether or not speakers are present, playback capacity for low
Setting to use the front speakers via the bass frequencies and speaker size.
Bi-Amp:
bi-amp connection. o Front
Setting for playback using a second front
speaker. You can switch the playback Set the front speaker size.
between front speaker A and B according Large Use a large speaker that can adequately
Front B:
to your liking. Switch the front speaker (Default): play back very low bass frequencies.
using “Front Speaker” in the menu.
Use a small speaker that has inadequate
(v p. 203)
Small: playback capacity for very low bass
frequencies.

0 When “Subwoofer” is set to “No”, “Front” is automatically set to “Large”.

0 When “Front” is set to “Small”, you cannot set speakers other than “Front” to
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o Center o Surround
Set the presence and size of the center speaker. Set the presence and size of the surround speakers.
Use a large speaker that can adequately Use a large speaker that can adequately
Large: Large:
play back very low bass frequencies. play back very low bass frequencies.
Use a small speaker that has inadequate Use a small speaker that has inadequate
Small Small
playback capacity for very low bass playback capacity for very low bass
(Default): (Default):
frequencies. frequencies.
Select when a center speaker is not Select when the surround speakers are
None: None:
connected. not connected.

o Subwoofer
0 When “Surround” is set to “None”, “Surr. Back” and “Surround Dolby” are
Set the presence of a subwoofer. automatically set to “None”.
2 spkrs: Use two subwoofers.
1 spkr
Use only one subwoofer.
(Default):
Select when a subwoofer is not
None:
connected.

0 When “Subwoofer” is set to “None” and you set “Front” to “Small”, “Subwoofer”
is automatically set to “1 spkr”.

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o Surr. Back o Front Height

Set the presence, size and number of surround back speakers. Set the presence and size of the front height speakers.
Use a large speaker that can adequately Use a large speaker that can adequately
Large: Large:
play back very low bass frequencies. play back very low bass frequencies.
Use a small speaker that has inadequate Use a small speaker that has inadequate
Small Small
playback capacity for very low bass playback capacity for very low bass
(Default): (Default):
frequencies. frequencies.
Select when the surround back speakers Select when the front height speakers are
None: None:
are not connected. not connected.

2 spkrs
Use two surround back speakers.
(Default):
0 When “Assign Mode” setting is “Front Height”, you can make this setting.
Use only one surround back speaker. (v p. 193)
1 spkr: Connect to the L terminal to SURROUND
BACK when this setting is selected.

0 When “Assign Mode” setting is “Surround Back”, you can make this setting.
(v p. 193)

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o Top Front o Top Middle

Set the presence and size of the top front speakers. Set the presence and size of the top middle speakers.
Use a large speaker that can adequately Use a large speaker that can adequately
Large: Large:
play back very low bass frequencies. play back very low bass frequencies.
Use a small speaker that has inadequate Use a small speaker that has inadequate
Small Small
playback capacity for very low bass playback capacity for very low bass
(Default): (Default):
frequencies. frequencies.
Select when the top front speakers are Select when the top middle speakers are
None: None:
not connected. not connected.

0 When “Assign Mode” setting is “Top Front”, you can make this setting. 0 When “Assign Mode” setting is “Top Middle”, you can make this setting.
(v p. 193) (v p. 193)

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o Front Dolby o Surround Dolby

Set the presence and size of the front Dolby speakers. Set the presence and size of the surround Dolby speakers.
Use a large speaker that can adequately Use a large speaker that can adequately
Large: Large:
play back very low bass frequencies. play back very low bass frequencies.
Use a small speaker that has inadequate Use a small speaker that has inadequate
Small Small
playback capacity for very low bass playback capacity for very low bass
(Default): (Default):
frequencies. frequencies.
Select when the front Dolby speakers are Select when the surround Dolby
None: None:
not connected. speakers are not connected.

0 When “Assign Mode” setting is “Surround Dolby”, you can make this setting.
0 When “Assign Mode” setting is “Front Dolby”, you can make this setting. (v p. 193)
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Distances o Set the distance

Set distance from listening position to speakers. 0.0 ft – 60.0 ft / 0.00 m – 18.00 m
Measure beforehand the distance from the listening position to each
speaker.
0 The speakers that can be selected differ depending on the “Amp Assign” and
o Unit “Speaker Config.” settings. (“ Amp Assign ” (v p. 193), “ Speaker
Config. ” (v p. 194))
Set the unit of distance. 0 Default settings:
Front L / Front R / F. Height L / F. Height R / Center / Front Dolby L /
Feet (Default) Front Dolby R / Subwoofer 1 / Subwoofer 2: 12.0 ft (3.60 m)
Meters Speakers other than the above: 10.0 ft (3.00 m)
0 Set the difference in the distance between the speakers to less than 20.0 ft
(6.00 m).
o Step
Set the minimum variable width of the distance.
1 ft / 0.1 ft (Default: 1 ft)
0.1 m / 0.01 m

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o Dolby Speaker Setup Levels

Set the distance between the Dolby Atmos Enabled speaker and the
Set the volume of the test tone to be the same at the listening position
ceiling.
when it is output from each speaker.
3.0 ft - 11.0 ft / 0.90 m - 3.30 m (Default: 6.0 ft / 1.80 m)
o Test Tone Start
A test tone is output from the selected speaker.
0 This can be set when “Front Dolby” or “Surround Dolby” is set to “Large” or
“Small” in “Speaker Config.”. While listening to the test tone, adjust the volume output from the
selected speaker.

o Set Defaults –12.0 dB – +12.0 dB (Default : 0.0 dB)

The “Distances” settings are returned to the default settings.

0 The set “Levels” are reflected in all sound modes.
0 If you wish to adjust the channel level for each input source, carry out the
settings in “Channel Level Adjust”. (v p. 112)
0 When headphones are connected to the PHONES connector on this unit, you
cannot set “Levels”.

o Set Defaults
The “Levels” settings are returned to the default settings.

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Crossovers o Set the crossover frequency

Set in accordance with the lower limit frequency of the base frequencies 40 Hz / 60 Hz / 80 Hz / 90 Hz / 100 Hz / 110 Hz / 120 Hz / 150 Hz /
that can be played back through each speaker. See the speaker manual 200 Hz / 250 Hz (Default: 80 Hz)
for information concerning speaker crossover frequency.

o Speaker Selection 0 “Crossovers” can be set when the “Subwoofer Mode” setting is “LFE+Main”, or
when you have a speaker that is set to “Small”. (v p. 202)
Selects how to set the crossover frequency. 0 The default crossover frequency is “80 Hz”, which will work best with the
All Sets the same crossover frequency for all widest variety of speakers. We recommend setting to a higher frequency that
the crossover frequency when small speakers are used. For example, set to
(Default): speakers.
“250 Hz” when the frequency range of the speakers is 250 Hz – 20 kHz.
Selects the crossover points for each 0 Sound below the crossover frequency is cut off from the output of the
Individual:
speaker individually. speakers set in “Small”. This cut off bass frequency is output from the
subwoofer or front speakers.
0 The speakers that can be set when “Individual” is selected differ depending on
to the “Subwoofer Mode” setting. (v p. 202)
0 When “LFE” is selected, speakers set to “Small” at “Speaker Config.” can be
set. If the speakers are set to “Large”, “Full Band” is displayed and the
setting cannot be made. (v p. 194)
0 When “LFE+Main” is selected, speakers can be set regardless of the
“Speaker Config.” setting. (v p. 194)

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Bass o LPF for LFE

Set LFE signal playback range. Set this when you want to change the
Set subwoofer and LFE signal range playback.
playback frequency (low pass filter point) of the subwoofer.
o Subwoofer Mode 80 Hz / 90 Hz / 100 Hz / 110 Hz / 120 Hz / 150 Hz / 200 Hz / 250 Hz
(Default: 120 Hz)
Select low range signals to be reproduced by subwoofer.
The low range signal of the channel set to
LFE
“Small” speaker size is added to the LFE
(Default):
signal output from the subwoofer.
The low range signal of all channels is
LFE+Main: added to the LFE signal output from the
subwoofer.

0 “Subwoofer Mode” can be set when “Speaker Config.” - “Subwoofer” on the

menu is set to other than “No”. (v p. 195)
0 Play music or a movie source and select the mode offering the strongest bass.
0 If “Speaker Config.” - “Front” and “Center” are set to “Large”, and “Subwoofer
Mode” is set to “LFE”, no sound may be output from the subwoofers,
depending on the input signal or selected sound mode. (v p. 194)
Select “LFE+Main” if you want the bass signals to always be produced from
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Front Speaker
Set the front speaker A/B to use for every sound mode.
A
Front speaker A is used.
(Default):
B: Front speaker B is used.
A+B : Both front speakers A and B are used.

0 This can be set when “Assign Mode” is set to “Front B”. (v p. 194)

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Network
To use this unit by connecting it to a home network (LAN), you must configure network settings.
If you set up your home network (LAN) via DHCP, set “DHCP” to “On”. (Use the default setting.) This allows this unit to use your home network (LAN).
When assigning an IP address to each device manually, you need to assign an IP address to this unit using the “IP Address” settings, and enter
information about your home network (LAN) such as the gateway address and subnet mask, etc.

Information Connection
Display network information. Choose whether to connect the home network to a wireless LAN or a
wired LAN.
Friendly Name / Connection / SSID / DHCP / IP Address / When connecting to the network using wired LAN, select “Wired
MAC Address (Ethernet) / MAC Address (Wi-Fi) / (Ethernet)” after connecting a LAN cable.
Wi-Fi signal strength When connecting to the network using wireless LAN, select “Wireless (Wi-
Fi)” and configure the “Wi-Fi Setup”. (v p. 205)

o Connect Using
Select the method for connecting to the home network (LAN).
Wired (Ethernet): Use a LAN cable to connect to a network.
Wireless (Wi-Fi) Use the wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) function to
(Default): connect to a network.

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Wi-Fi Setup o Use iOS Device

Use your iOS device (iPhone/iPod/iPad) to connect to the network. By
Connect to a wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) router.
connecting your iOS device to this unit using Wi-Fi, the unit can be
The router can be connected in the following ways. Select the connection
automatically connected to the same network as your device.
method to suit your home environment.
1. Select “Use iOS Device” on the TV screen.
o Scan Networks 2. Check that your iOS device is connected to the wireless LAN (Wi-
Fi) router and select “Denon AVR-X3500H” from “SET UP NEW
Select the network you wish to connect to from the list of possible AIRPLAY SPEAKER...” at the bottom of the Wi-Fi configuration
networks shown on the TV screen. screen of your iOS device.
1. Select the network you wish to connect to from the list of wireless 3. Tap “Next” on the screen of the iOS device.
networks.
Select “Rescan” if the network cannot be found.
2. Enter your password and select “OK”. 0 The iOS device firmware version needs to support iOS 7 or later.

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o WPS Router o Manual

Use a WPS-compatible router to connect using the push button Enter the name (SSID) and password of the network you wish to
method. connect to.
1. Select “Push Button” on the TV screen. 1. Set the following items.
2. Switch to the WPS mode by pressing the WPS button of the router
you wish to connect to. Input the name of the wireless network
SSID:
0 The time for pressing the button varies depending on the router.
(SSID).
3. Select “Connect” on the TV screen within 2 minutes. Select the encryption method according
Security: to the encryption setting of the access
point you are using.
Password: Input the password.
2. Select “Connect” at the end of the setting.

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Settings
0 The wireless LAN (Wi-Fi) settings of this unit can also be configured from a PC or
tablet that supports wireless LAN connection. Configure the IP address.
1. Press and hold the DIMMER and STATUS buttons on the main unit for at least 3 0 If you are using a broadband router (DHCP function), the information
seconds when the power of the unit is on. required for network connection such as the IP address will be
2. Connect the wireless LAN of the PC or tablet used to “Denon AVR-X3500H” automatically configured since the DHCP function is set to “On” in the
when the message “Connect your Wi-Fi device to Wi-Fi network called “Denon default settings of this unit.
AVR-X3500H”.” appears in the display. 0 Set up the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway and DNS server
3. Start up the browser and enter “192.168.1.16/Settings/” in the URL.
information only when assigning a fixed IP address or when connecting
4. Use the browser to enter the settings, select “Connect” and then exit the
settings. to a network without DHCP function.

0 The Default key of this unit is fixed at “1”. Set Default key of the router to “1” to use.
Network/Settings
DHCP Off
-IP Address 000.000.000.000
-Subnet Mask 000.000.000.000
-Default Gateway 000.000.000.000
-DNS 000.000.000.000

Save
Cancel
Configures the network settings automatically or manually

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o DHCP o Default Gateway

Selects how to connect to the network. When connected to a gateway (router), input its IP address.
On Configure the network settings
(Default): automatically from your router.
o DNS
Off: Configure the network settings manually. Enter the DNS address indicated in the documentation supplied by
your provider.
o IP Address
Set the IP address within the ranges shown below.
0 The Network Audio function cannot be used if other IP addresses 0 If you cannot connect to the Internet, recheck the connections and settings.
are set. (v p. 65)
0 If you do not understand about Internet connection, contact your ISP (Internet
CLASS A: 10.0.0.1 - 10.255.255.254
Service Provider) or the store from which you purchased your computer.
CLASS B: 172.16.0.1 - 172.31.255.254
CLASS C: 192.168.0.1 - 192.168.255.254

o Subnet Mask
When connecting an xDSL modem or connector adapter directly to
this unit, input the subnet mask indicated in the documentation
supplied by your provider. Normally input “255.255.255.0”.

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Network Control Friendly Name

Enables network communication in standby power mode. The Friendly Name is the name of this unit displayed on the network. You
can change the Friendly Name according to your preferences.
Off In Standby: Suspend network function during standby.

Always On
Network is on during standby. Main unit o Friendly Name
operable with a network compatible
(Default): Selects Friendly Name from the list.
controller.
When you select “Other”, you can change the Friendly Name
according to your preferences.
0 When using the web control function, Denon 2016 AVR Remote App or HEOS Home Theater /Living Room / Family Room / Guest Room /
App, use with the “Network Control” setting set to “Always On”. Kitchen / Dining Room / Master Bedroom / Bedroom / Den /
Office / Other
NOTE
0 When “Network Control” is set to “Always On”, the unit consumes more standby
power. 0 Up to 30 characters can be input.
0 The default Friendly Name on first use is “Denon AVR-X3500H”.

o Set Defaults
Restores Friendly Name, which you had changed, to the default
setting.

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Diagnostics o Internet Access

Checks whether this unit has access to the Internet (WAN).
Used to check the network connection.
OK
o Physical Connection Failed to connect to the Internet. Check
Error: the Internet connection environment or
Checks the physical LAN port connection.
router settings.
OK
The LAN cable is not connected. Check
Error:
the connection.

0 When connected using a wireless LAN, “Connection Wireless (Wi-Fi)” will

be displayed.

o Router Access
Checks the connection from this unit to the router.
OK
Failed to communicate with the router.
Error:
Check the router settings.

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HEOS Account
Make HEOS Account-related settings.
HEOS Account is needed in order to use HEOS Favorites.
The menu displayed differs depending on the status of the HEOS Account.

You have not signed in You have already signed in

o I have a HEOS Account o Signed in As
If you already have a HEOS Account, enter the current account name The currently signed in HEOS Account is displayed.
and password to sign in.
o Change Location
o Create Account
Change the regional settings for the signed in HEOS Account.
If you do not have a HEOS Account, create a new HEOS Account.
o Change Password
o Forgot Password
Change the password for the signed in HEOS Account.
If you have forgotten the password, an email explaining how to reset
the password will be sent. o Delete Account
Delete the signed in HEOS Account.

o Sign Out
Sign out from the HEOS Account.

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General
Make various other settings.

Language ECO
Set the language for display the menu on the TV screen. Configure the ECO Mode and auto standby mode settings.
English / Français / Español (Default: English)
o ECO Mode
This mode can reduce the power consumption and heat generation of
0 “Language” can also be set up by the following operation. However, the menu your AV receiver when power on.
screen is not displayed. Watch the display while configuring the settings. This is done by reducing the power supply line to the power amplifier,
1. Press and hold the main unit’s ZONE2 SOURCE and STATUS at the same time in turn the maximum power output.
for at least 3 seconds.
“V.Format:< NTSC>” appears on the display.
2. Press DIMMER on the main unit twice.
“Lang.:<ENGLISH >” appears on the display.
3. Use the main unit’s TUNER PRESET CH + or TUNER PRESET CH – and set
the language.
4. Press the main unit’s STATUS to complete the setting.

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Power savings are always active,

On:
regardless of volume or input signal. 0 When the unit is switching between the different power saving states in “ECO
Gives you the best balance between Mode: Auto”, you may notice a click noise from the inside of this unit, this is
power savings and maximum power normal.
output: 0 If content is paused for more than 2 minutes and playback is resumed from the
same source at these high volume levels, there may be short delay before
For low volume levels, the power savings maximum power is restored.
are active. If you increase the volume 0 “ECO Mode” can also be switched by pressing ECO G on the remote control
level, the power savings are switched off
unit.
automatically, so you can enjoy
maximum output power without
Auto:
distortion.
If the volume is set to a high level but no
input signal is detected for more than 2
minutes, this unit will enable power
savings. When an input signal is detected
again or the input source is changed, this
unit will automatically turn off power
savings again at high volume levels.
Off
No power savings.
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o Power On Default o On Screen Display

Set the mode to ECO when the power is on. Display the power consumption of this unit using a meter on the TV
screen.
The ECO Mode will be set to the previous
Last
setting before the power was switched Always display the meter on the TV
(Default): Always On:
off. screen.
When power is turned on, the mode will Auto Display the meter when changing the
On: always be switched to the ECO Mode in (Default): mode or volume.
“On”. Off: Do not display the meter.
When power is turned on, the mode will
Auto: always be switched to the ECO Mode in
“Auto”.
When power is turned on, the mode will
Off: always be switched to the ECO Mode in
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o Auto Standby n ZONE2

Set so the unit power automatically switches to standby. When there are no operations for a certain period of time as set here,
the power is automatically shut off even if there is audio or video input.
n MAIN ZONE
Switches ZONE2 the standby state after
8 hours:
Sets the time for switching to auto standby when there are no audio or about 8 hours.
video signals input into this unit. Switches ZONE2 to the standby state
Before the unit enters standby mode, “Auto Standby” is displayed on 4 hours:
after about 4 hours.
the unit display and the menu screen.
Switches ZONE2 to the standby state
60 min: The unit goes into standby after 60 minutes. 2 hours:
after about 2 hours.
30 min: The unit goes into standby after 30 minutes. Off Does not automatically switch ZONE2 to
15 min: The unit goes into standby after 15 minutes. (Default): the standby state.
Off The unit does not go into standby
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ZONE2 Setup o Lch Level

Adjust the left channel output level.
Makes settings for audio playback with ZONE2.
-12 dB – +12 dB (Default : 0 dB)

0 Values set for “Volume Limit” and “Power On Volume” are displayed according to o Rch Level
the setting specified for the volume “Scale”. (v p. 158)
Adjust the right channel output level.
o Bass -12 dB – +12 dB (Default : 0 dB)
Adjust bass.
o Channel
-10 dB – +10 dB (Default : 0 dB)
Set whether to playback in stereo or monaural.
o Treble Stereo
Stereo playback.
(Default):
Adjust treble.
Mono: Monaural playback.
-10 dB – +10 dB (Default : 0 dB)

o High Pass Filter

Make settings for cutting the low range to reduce distortion in the bass.
On: The low range is attenuated.
Off
The low range is not attenuated.
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o HDMI Audio o Volume Limit

Selects the audio signal format for playing an HDMI source in ZONE2. Make a setting for maximum volume.
Through The HDMI audio signal is passed through 60 (-20 dB) / 70 (-10 dB) / 80 (0 dB)
(Default): this unit to the device in ZONE2. (Default : 70 (-10 dB))
The HDMI audio signal input into this unit Off: Do not set a maximum volume.
is converted to a PCM signal that can be
PCM:
output from the ZONE2 PRE OUT
connectors or speaker terminals.
0 This can be set when “Volume Level” is set to “Variable”. (v p. 217)
0 The dB value is displayed when the “Scale” setting is “ –79.5 dB – 18.0 dB”.
o Volume Level (v p. 158)
Set the volume output level. o Power On Volume
Variable
Volume can be adjusted. Define the volume setting that is active when the power is turned on.
(Default):
Volume is fixed at the desired level. The Last Use the memorized setting from the last
1 – 98 (Default): session.
volume cannot be adjusting using the
(–79 dB – 18 dB):
remote control unit. Mute: Always mute when power is turned on.
1 – 98
The volume is adjusted to the set level.
(–79 dB – 18 dB):
0 The dB value is displayed when the “Scale” setting is “ –79.5 dB – 18.0 dB”.
(v p. 158)

0 This can be set when “Volume Level” is set to “Variable”. (v p. 217)

0 The dB value is displayed when the “Scale” setting is “ –79.5 dB – 18.0 dB”.
(v p. 158)

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o Mute Level Zone Rename

Set the amount of attenuation when muting is on.
Change the display title of each zone to one you prefer.
Full
The sound is muted entirely. MAIN ZONE / ZONE2
(Default):
The default setting is restored for the edited
-40 dB : The sound is attenuated by 40 dB down. Set Defaults:
zone name.
-20 dB : The sound is attenuated by 20 dB down.

0 Up to 10 characters can be input.

Quick Select Names

Change the quick select name that appears on the TV screen to one you
prefer.
Quick Select 1 / Quick Select 2 / Quick Select 3 / Quick Select 4
The default setting is restored for the edited
Set Defaults:
quick select name.

0 Up to 16 characters can be input.

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Trigger Out Front Display

Select the conditions for activating trigger out. Makes settings related to the display on this unit.
For details about how to connect the TRIGGER OUT jack, see “TRIGGER
OUT jack” (v p. 68). o Dimmer
n When setting for zone (MAIN ZONE / ZONE2) Adjust the display brightness of this unit.
Bright
Trigger out is activated through linkage to the power of the zone set to Normal display brightness.
(Default):
“On”.
Dim: Reduced display brightness.
n When setting for input source Dark: Very low display brightness.
Activate trigger out when the input source set to “On” is selected. Off: Turns the display off.
n When setting for HDMI monitor
Activate trigger out when the HDMI monitor set to “On” is selected.
0 You can also adjust the display by pressing DIMMER on the main unit.

On: Activate trigger on this mode.

– – –: Do not activate trigger on this mode.

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Firmware o Auto-Update
Turns on Automatic Updates so that futures updates are automatically
Checks for the latest firmware information about updates and upgrades,
downloaded and installed when this unit is in standby mode.
updates the firmware, and sets up the notification message display for
upgrades. n Auto-Update
o Check for Update This unit will automatically update to the newest firmware when in
standby mode.
Check for firmware updates.
The firmware can be updated if a firmware update has been released. On: Turns on Automatic Updates.
Off
Execute the update process. When the Turns off Automatic Updates.
(Default):
update starts, the menu screen is shut
Update Now:
down. During the update, the progress is
shown on the display. n Time Zone
Update Later: Update later. Change the time zone.
Set the time zone that matches the area where you live.

0 This unit automatically retries updating if updating fails. If an update still

cannot be performed, an “Update Error” message appears in the display. See 0 This menu cannot be selected when “Allow Update” is set to “Off”.
“Troubleshooting” – “Update/upgrade error messages” for information on
update error messages. (v p. 250)
Check the conditions according to the message and try the update again.
0 This menu cannot be selected when “Allow Update” is set to “Off”.

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o Allow Update o Upgrade Notification

Enable or disable updates and upgrades for this unit. When the latest Upgrade firmware is available, a notification message
is displayed on the TV screen at power on.
On Enables this unit to receive updates and
(Default): upgrades. The notification message is displayed for about 40 seconds when the
power is turned on.
Prevents this unit from receiving update
Off: On
and upgrade. Display upgrade message.
(Default):
Off: Do not display upgrade message.
0 This setting causes Incompatibilities between this unit and HEOS App.

0 This menu cannot be selected when “Allow Update” is set to “Off”.

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o Add New Feature Notes concerning use of “Update” and “Add New Feature”
Display new features that can be downloaded to this unit and perform 0 In order to use these functions, you must have the correct system
an upgrade. requirements and settings for an Internet connection. (v p. 65)
0 Do not turn off the power until updating or upgrading is completed.
Upgrade Package: Display the items to be upgraded.
0 Approximately 1 hour is required for the updating/upgrading procedure
Display a list of the additional functions
Upgrade Status: to be completed.
provided by the upgrade.
0 Once updating/upgrade starts, normal operations on this unit cannot
Execute the upgrade process.
be performed until updating/upgrading is completed. Furthermore,
When the upgrade starts, the menu
there may be cases where backup data is reset for the parameters,
Upgrade: screen is shut down. During the upgrade,
etc., set on this unit.
the amount of upgrade time which has
elapsed is displayed. 0 If the update or upgrade fails, press and hold the X on the main unit for
more than 5 seconds, or remove and re-insert the power cord. After
about 1 minute, “Please wait” appears on the display and update
restarts. If the error continues, check the network environment.
0 Information regarding the “Update” function and “Add New Feature” will be
announced on the Denon website each time related plans are defined. See
the Denon website for details about upgrades.
0 When the procedure is complete, “Registered” is displayed in this menu and
upgrades can be carried out. If the procedure has not been carried out, “-------”
is displayed.
The ID number shown on this screen is needed when carrying out the
procedure.
The ID number can also be displayed by pressing and holding the main unit’s
TUNER PRESET CH – and STATUS for at least 3 seconds.
0 If the upgrade is not successful, “Upgrade Error” message appears in the
display. See “Troubleshooting” – “Update/upgrade error messages” for
information on upgrade error messages. (v p. 250)
Check the settings and network environment and then perform the upgrade
again.
0 This menu cannot be selected when “Allow Update” is set to “Off”.

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Information o Video
Show the HDMI input/output signals and HDMI monitor information for
Show information about this unit settings, input signals, etc.
MAIN ZONE.
o Audio HDMI Signal Info.
Show the audio information for MAIN ZONE. Resolution / HDR / Color Space / Pixel Depth
Sound Mode: The currently set sound mode.
HDMI Monitor 1 / HDMI Monitor 2
Input Signal: The input signal type.
Interface / HDR / Resolutions
The number of input signal channels
Format:
(presence of front, surround, LFE).
Sample Rate: The input signal’s sampling frequency. o ZONE
The dialogue normalization correction Show information about current settings.
Offset:
value.
This item shows information about
This is displayed when inputting signals settings for MAIN ZONE. The information
including a surround back channel. MAIN ZONE:
displayed differs according to the input
Flag: “MATRIX” is displayed with DTS-ES source.
Matrix input signals, “DISCRETE” with
This item shows information about
DTS-ES Discrete signals. ZONE2:
settings for ZONE2.

o Firmware
Displays information for the current
Version:
firmware.
DTS Version: Displays the current DTS version.

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o Notifications Usage Data

Displays and sets notifications.
To help us improve our products and customer service, Denon collects
Also, sets whether or not to display the notification when the power is anonymous information about how you use this unit (such as frequently
turned on. used input sources and sound modes and speaker settings).
Notification Alerts Denon will never provide any information we collect to third parties.
On Provide information on the operating status
Notification messages are displayed. Yes:
(Default): of this unit.
Off: Notification messages are not displayed. Do not provide information on the operating
No:
status of this unit.

0 Press INFO on the remote control unit to display current source name, volume,
sound mode name, and other information at the bottom of the screen.

SOURCE Blu-ray
SOUND Dolby Audio - Dolby TrueHD
SIGNAL Dolby Audio - Dolby TrueHD
AUDYSSEY MultEQ XT32 : Reference
Dynamic EQ : On
Dynamic Volume : Medium
INPUT SIGNAL ACTIVE SPEAKERS
FHL LFE EXT FHR SW
FWL FL C FR FWR FL C FR
SL SR SL SR
SBL SB SBR SBL SBR

50.0
.
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Save & Load Setup Lock

Save and restore device settings by using a USB memory device. Protect settings from inadvertent changes.

o Lock
0 Use a USB memory device that has at least 128 MB of free space and is formatted
to FAT32. Data may not Save/Load correctly to some USB memory devices. On: Turn protection on.
0 It may take up to 10 minutes for data to Save/Load. Do not turn off the power until Off
the process is complete. Turn protection off.
(Default):
o Save Configuration
Current unit settings are stored on the USB memory device.
0 When cancelling the setting, set “Lock” to “Off”.
When the settings are saved correctly, “Saved” appears on the display
and the file “config.avr” is created on the USB memory device.
NOTE
0 When “Lock” is set to “On”, no setting items are displayed except for “Setup
0 Do not change the file name of the created file. Doing so will prevent the file Lock”.
from being recognized as a settings file when restoring.

o Load Configuration
Settings saved on the USB memory device are restored.
When the saved settings are restored correctly, “Loaded” appears on
the display and the unit automatically restarts.

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Reset
Returns settings to the factory default.
Initialization can be performed for all unit settings or for Network settings
only.

o All Settings
All settings are reset to the factory default values.

o Network Settings
Only network settings are reset to the factory default values.

0 Before returning the settings to the default settings, use the “Save & Load” function
from the menu to save and restore the details of various settings configured on the
unit. (v p. 225)
0 The “Reset” operation can also be performed by using the button on the main unit.
For details on resetting all of the settings to the factory defaults see “Resetting
factory settings” (v p. 251), and for details on resetting the network settings to
the factory defaults see “Resetting network settings” (v p. 252).

NOTE
0 Do not disconnect the power or turn the device off during network settings
initialization.

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Limiting the operating zone with the remote control

ZONE2 operations can be disabled using the remote control.

1 Press and hold ZONE2 and SETUP.

ZONE2 The MAIN and ZONE2 buttons blink.

o Canceling the settings

1 Press and hold ZONE2 and SETUP while configuring

the setting.
The MAIN and ZONE2 buttons blink and the setting is canceled.

SETUP
.
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o Contents
Troubleshooting
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 232
Tips Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 233
I want the volume not to become too loud by mistake 229 Display on this unit shows nothing 233
I want to keep the volume at the same level when I turn the power No sound comes out 234
on 229
Desired sound does not come out 235
I want to have the subwoofer always output audio 229
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 238
I want to make human voices in the movies clearer 229
No video is shown on the TV 239
I want to keep bass and clarity during playback at a lower volume
level 229 The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 241

I want to automatically adjust the volume level difference in content The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed on
such as TV and movies 229 the television is different from normal 241

I want to set the optimized listening environment after changing the AirPlay cannot be played back 242
configuration/position of the speakers or changing a speaker to a USB memory devices cannot be played back 243
new one 230
Bluetooth cannot be played back 244
I want to combine a desired video with the current music 230
The Internet radio cannot be played back 245
I want to skip unused input sources 230
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 246
I want to enjoy the same music in all zones at the home party, etc. 230
Various online services cannot be played 247
I want to minimize the delay in video signals when I’m playing a
game on my game console 230 The HDMI Control function does not work 247

I want to operate this unit using the TV remote control 230 Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 248
When using HDMI ZONE2, the devices does not function properly 249
Update/upgrade error messages 250

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Tips
I want the volume not to become too loud by mistake
0 Set the volume upper limit for “Volume Limit” in the menu beforehand. This prevents children or others from increasing the volume too much by mistake.
You can set this for each zone. (“ Volume ” (v p. 158), “ Volume Limit ” (v p. 217))
I want to keep the volume at the same level when I turn the power on
0 By default, the volume setting when power was previously set to standby on this unit is applied at next power on with no change. To use a fixed volume
level, set the volume level at power on for “Power On Volume” in the menu. You can set this for each zone. (“ Volume ” (v p. 158), “ Power On
Volume ” (v p. 217))
I want to have the subwoofer always output audio
0 Depending on the input signals and sound mode, the subwoofer may not output audio. When “Subwoofer Mode” in the menu is set to “LFE+Main”, you
can have the subwoofer always output audio. (v p. 202)
I want to make human voices in the movies clearer
0 Use “Center Level Adjust” in the menu to adjust the level. (v p. 151)

I want to keep bass and clarity during playback at a lower volume level
0 Set “Dynamic EQ” in the menu to “On”. This setting corrects the frequency characteristics to allow you to enjoy clear sound without the bass being lost
even during playback at a lower volume level. (v p. 160)
I want to automatically adjust the volume level difference in content such as TV and movies
0 Set “Dynamic Volume” in the menu. Volume level changes (between quiet scenes and loud scenes) in TV shows or movies are automatically adjusted
to your desired level. (v p. 161)

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I want to set the optimized listening environment after changing the configuration/position of the speakers or changing a speaker to a new
one
0 Perform Audyssey® Setup. This automatically makes the optimized speaker settings for the new listening environment. (v p. 182)

I want to combine a desired video with the current music

0 Set “Video Select” in the option menu to “On”. You can combine the current music with your desired video source from a Set-top Box or DVD, etc. while
listening to music from the Tuner, CD, Phono, HEOS Music, USB or Bluetooth. (v p. 114)
I want to skip unused input sources
0 Set unused input sources for “Hide Sources” in the menu. This allows you to skip unused input sources when turning the SOURCE SELECT knob on
this unit. (v p. 180)
I want to enjoy the same music in all zones at the home party, etc.
0 Set “All Zone Stereo” in the option menu to “Start”. You can simultaneously play back music in another room (ZONE2) that is played back in MAIN
ZONE. (v p. 116)
I want to minimize the delay in video signals when I’m playing a game on my game console
0 When the video is delayed against button operations with the controller on the game console, set “Video Mode” in the menu to “Game”. (v p. 172)

I want to operate this unit using the TV remote control

0 Select “AV Receiver” in a TV menu such as “Input”z or “Operate Connected HDMI Device”z. The Smart Menu of this unit is displayed on the TV. This
Smart Menu can be operated using the remote control of your TV.
z The selection method differs depending on your TV. See the owner's manual of your TV for details.

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Troubleshooting
If a problem should arise, first check the following:
1. Are the connections correct?
2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual?
3. Are the other devices operating properly?

0 If steps 1 to 3 above do not improve the problem, restarting the device may improve the problem.
Continue pressing the X button on the unit until “Restart” appears in the display, or remove and re-insert the power cord of the unit.

If this unit does not operate properly, check the corresponding symptoms in this section.
If the symptoms do not match any of those described here, consult your dealer as it could be due to a fault in this unit. In this case, disconnect the power
immediately and contact the store where you purchased this unit.

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Power does not turn on / Power is turned off

Power does not turn on.
0 Check whether the power plug is correctly inserted into the power outlet. (v p. 69)

Power automatically turns off.

0 The sleep timer is set. Turn on the power again. (v p. 132)
0 “Auto Standby” is set. “Auto Standby” is triggered when there is no operation for a set amount of time. To disable “Auto Standby”, set “Auto Standby” on
the menu to “Off”. (v p. 215)
Power turns off and the power indicator flashes in red approx. every 2 seconds.
0 The protection circuit has been activated due to a rise in temperature within this unit. Turn the power off, wait about an hour until this unit cools down
sufficiently, and then turn the power on again. (v p. 278)
0 Please re-install this unit in a place having good ventilation.

Power turns off and the power indicator flashes in red approx. every 0.5 seconds.
0 Check the speaker connections. The protection circuit may have been activated because speaker cable core wires came in contact with each other or a
core wire was disconnected from the connector and came in contact with the rear panel of this unit. After unplugging the power cord, take corrective
action such as firmly re-twisting the core wire or taking care of the connector, and then reconnect the wire. (v p. 36)
0 Turn down the volume and turn on the power again. (v p. 71)
0 This unit’s amplifier circuit has failed. Unplug the power cord and contact our customer service center.

Power does not turn off even when the power button is pressed, and the display shows “ZONE2 On”.
0 The power supply of ZONE2 is turned to ON. To turn off the power supply of this unit (standby), press the ZONE2 ON/OFF on the main unit, or press
the POWER X button after pressing the ZONE2 button on the remote control unit to turn off the power supply of ZONE2.
The power to this unit does not turn off when you press the Power operation button. “HEOS On” appears on the display.
0 A HEOS device on the same network is playing an input source from this unit. Stop playback on the HEOS device when turning this unit off (setting it to
standby). The power of this unit will turn off automatically after around 20 minutes.

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Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit

Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit.
0 Batteries are worn out. Replace with new batteries. (v p. 9)
0 Operate the remote control unit within a distance of about 23 ft/7 m from this unit and at an angle of within 30°. (v p. 9)
0 Remove any obstacle between this unit and the remote control unit.
0 Insert the batteries in the proper direction, checking the q and w marks. (v p. 9)
0 The set’s remote control sensor is exposed to strong light (direct sunlight, inverter type fluorescent bulb light, etc.). Move the set to a place in which the
remote control sensor will not be exposed to strong light.
0 The operation target zone does not correspond to the zone setting specified on the remote control unit. Press the MAIN or ZONE2 button to select the
operating zone of the remote control. (v p. 150)
0 When using a 3D video device, the remote control unit of this unit may not function due to effects of infrared communications between units (such as TV
and glasses for 3D viewing). In this case, adjust the direction of units with the 3D communications function and their distance to ensure they do not
affect operations from the remote control unit of this unit.

Display on this unit shows nothing

Display is off.
0 Set “Dimmer” on the menu to something other than “Off”. (v p. 219)
0 When the sound mode is set to “Pure Direct”, the display is off. (v p. 120)

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No sound comes out

No sound comes out of speakers.
0 Check the connections for all devices. (v p. 36)
0 Insert connection cables all the way in.
0 Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected.
0 Check cables for damage.
0 Check that speaker cables are properly connected. Check that cable core wires come in contact with the metal part on speaker terminals. (v p. 36)
0 Securely tighten the speaker terminals. Check speaker terminals for looseness. (v p. 36)
0 Check that a proper input source is selected. (v p. 71)
0 Adjust the volume. (v p. 72)
0 Cancel the mute mode. (v p. 72)
0 Check the digital audio input connector setting. (v p. 178)
0 Check the digital audio output setting on the connected device. On some devices, the digital audio output is set to off by default.
0 When a headphone is plugged into the PHONES jack on the main unit, sound is not output from the speaker terminal and PRE OUT connector.

No sound comes out when using the DVI-D connection.

0 When this unit is connected to a device equipped with a DVI-D connector, no sound is output. Make a separate audio connection.

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Desired sound does not come out

The volume does not increase.
0 The maximum volume is set too low. Set the maximum volume using “Limit” on the menu. (v p. 158)
0 Appropriate volume correction processing is performed according to the input audio format and settings, so the volume may not reach the upper limit.

No sound comes out with the HDMI connection.

0 Check the connection of the HDMI connectors. (v p. 53)
0 When outputting HDMI audio from the speakers, set “HDMI Audio Out” on the menu to “AVR”. To output from the TV, set “TV”. (v p. 166)
0 When using the HDMI Control function, check that the audio output is set to the AV amplifier on the TV. (v p. 129)

When an eARC function-compatible television is connected, television audio is not output from the speaker connected to this unit
0 eARC function settings may be required depending on the eARC function-compatible television you are using. Make sure eARC is set to on if this
setting exists on your television. For more information, check your television’s owner’s manual.
0 Make sure the input source of this unit is “TV Audio”.
0 The eARC function does not operate when the HDMI input connector is set to the “TV Audio” input source. To enable eARC function operation, remove
the HDMI input connector setting, then restart this unit and the television.
No sound comes out of a specific speaker.
0 Check that speaker cables are properly connected.
0 Check that a selection other than “None” is set for the “Speaker Config.” setting in menu. (v p. 194)
0 Check the “Assign Mode” setting in the menu. (v p. 193)
0 When the sound mode is “Stereo” and “Virtual”, audio is only output from the front speakers and subwoofer.

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No sound is produced from subwoofer.

0 Check the subwoofer connections.
0 Turn on the subwoofer’s power.
0 Set “Speaker Config.” - “Subwoofer” in the menu to “1 spkr” or “2 spkrs”. (v p. 195)
0 When “Speaker Config.” - “Front” in the menu is set to “Large”, depending on the input signal and the sound mode, no sound may be output from the
subwoofer. (v p. 195)
0 When no subwoofer audio signal (LFE) is included in the input signals, no sound may be output from the subwoofer. (v p. 202)
0 You can make the subwoofer always output sound by setting the “Subwoofer Mode” to “LFE+Main”. (v p. 202)

DTS sound is not output.

0 Check that the digital audio output setting on the connected device is set to “DTS”.

Dolby Atmos, Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD, Dolby Digital Plus audio is not output.
0 Make HDMI connections. (v p. 58)
0 Check the digital audio output setting on the connected device. On some devices, “PCM” is set by default.

DTS Neural:X mode cannot be selected.

0 DTS Neural:X cannot be selected when using the headphones.

Dolby Surround mode cannot be selected.

0 Dolby Surround cannot be selected when using the headphones.

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Audyssey MultEQ® XT32, Audyssey Dynamic EQ®, Audyssey Dynamic Volume® and Audyssey LFC™ cannot be selected.
0 These cannot be selected when you have not performed Audyssey® Setup. (v p. 182)
0 Switch to a sound mode other than “Direct” or “Pure Direct”. (v p. 119)
0 These cannot be selected when sound mode is “DTS Virtual:X” or sound mode that have “+Virtual:X” in the sound mode name.
0 These cannot be selected when using the headphones.

“Restorer” cannot be selected.

0 Check that an analog signal or PCM signal (Sample Rate = 44.1/48 kHz) is input. For playback of multichannel signals such as Dolby Digital or DTS
surround, “Restorer” cannot be used. (v p. 156)
0 Switch to a sound mode other than “Direct” or “Pure Direct”. (v p. 119)

No audio is output from PRE OUT or speakers for ZONE2.

0 In ZONE2, the audio can be played back when signals input from digital connectors (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) are in 2ch PCM format.
0 In ZONE2, the audio can be played back when signals input from the HDMI connector are in 2ch PCM format. To play back the audio in ZONE2
irrespective of the input signal format, set “HDMI Audio” in the menu to “PCM”. Depending on the played back device, the audio may not be played back
even with this setting. In that case, set the audio format to “PCM (2ch)” on the played back device. (v p. 217)
0 When listening to audio from a Bluetooth device in ZONE2, remove any obstructions between the Bluetooth device and this unit and use it within a
range of about 98.4 ft/30 m.

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Sound is interrupted or noise occurs

During playback from the Internet radio or USB memory device, sound is occasionally interrupted.
0 When the transfer speed of the USB memory device is slow, sound may occasionally be interrupted.
0 The network communication speed is slow or the radio station is busy.

When making a call on iPhone, noise occurs in audio output on this unit.
0 When making a call, keep a distance of 0.7 ft/20 cm or longer between iPhone and this unit.

Noise often occurs in FM/AM broadcasting.

0 Change the antenna orientation or position. (v p. 63)
0 Separate the AM loop antenna from the unit.
0 Use an outdoor antenna. (v p. 63)
0 Separate the antenna from other connection cables. (v p. 63)

The sounds appear to be distorted.

0 Lower the volume. (v p. 72)
0 Set “Off” to the “ECO Mode”. When “On” or “Auto” is in the “ECO Mode”, the audio may by distorted when the playback volume is high. (v p. 212)

Sound cuts out when using Wi-Fi connection.

0 The frequency band used by the wireless LAN is also used by microwave ovens, cordless telephones, wireless game controllers and other wireless
LAN devices. Using such devices at the same time as this unit may cause sound to cut out due to electronic interference. Sound cut out can be
improved using the following methods. (v p. 65)
- Install devices that cause interference away from this unit.
- Turn off the power supply to devices that cause interference.
- Change the settings of the router channel to which this unit is connected to. (See the instruction manual of the wireless router for details on how to
change the channel.)
- Switch to a wired LAN connection.
0 Particularly when you play back large music files, depending on your wireless LAN environment, the playback sound may be interrupted. In this case,
make the wired LAN connection. (v p. 205)

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No video is shown on the TV

No picture appears.
0 Check the connections for all devices. (v p. 53)
0 Insert connection cables all the way in.
0 Check that input connectors and output connectors are not reversely connected.
0 Check cables for damage.
0 Match the input settings to the input connector of the TV connected to this unit. (v p. 178)
0 Check that the proper input source is selected. (v p. 71)
0 Check the video input connector setting. (v p. 178)
0 Check that the resolution of the player corresponds to that of the TV. (v p. 223)
0 Check whether the TV is compatible with copyright protection (HDCP). If connected to a device not compatible with HDCP, video will not be output
correctly. (v p. 255)
0 To enjoy content that is copyright protected by HDCP 2.2, use a playback device and TV compatible with HDCP 2.2 only.
0 The HDMI signal cannot be converted to an analog signal. Use analog connections. (v p. 256)
0 To play back a 4K (60/50Hz) video, use a “High Speed HDMI Cable” or an “High Speed HDMI Cable with Ethernet”. In order to achieve a higher fidelity
for 4K (60/50Hz) videos, it is recommended to use a “Premium High Speed HDMI Cables” or an “Premium High Speed HDMI Cables with Ethernet” that
has an HDMI Premium Certified Cable label on the product package.
No video is shown on the TV with the DVI-D connection.
0 With the DVI-D connection, on some device combinations, devices may not function properly due to the copy guard copyright protection (HDCP).
(v p. 255)

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No video from an input source such as a game console is shown on the TV.
0 When special video signals are input from a game console, etc., the Video Conversion function may not function. Connect the input connector to the
monitor output connector of the same type.
While the menu is being displayed, no video is shown on the TV.
0 The video being played will not appear in the background of the menu when the menu is operated during playback of the following video signals.
- Some images of 3D video contents
- Computer resolution images (example: VGA)
- Video with an aspect ratio other than 16:9 or 4:3
- 4K video
- Some kind of HDR signals
When using HDMI ZONE2, the video output in MAIN ZONE is interrupted.
0 When ZONE2 is operated with the same input source selected for MAIN ZONE and ZONE2, video in MAIN ZONE may be interrupted.

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The menu screen is not displayed on the TV

The menu screen or status information screen is not displayed on the TV.
0 The menu screen is only displayed on this unit and a TV connected with an HDMI cable. If this unit is connected to a TV using a different video output
connector, operate while watching the display on this unit.
0 The status information will not appear on the TV when the following video signals are being played.
- Some images of 3D video content
- Computer resolution images (example: VGA)
- Video with an aspect ratio other than 16:9 or 4:3
- Some kind of HDR signals
0 When a 2D video is converted to a 3D video on the TV, the menu screen or status information screen is not displayed properly. (v p. 224)
0 In the pure direct playback mode, the menu screen or status information is not displayed. Switch to a sound mode other than the pure direct mode.
(v p. 118)
0 Set the “TV Format” setting in the menu to a selection that is appropriate for the TV. (v p. 177)

The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed on the television is
different from normal
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed on the television is different.
0 Performing operations on this unit during playback of a Dolby Vision signal may cause variance in the color display of the menu screen and operations
content. This is a characteristic of the Dolby Vision signal and is not a malfunction.

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AirPlay cannot be played back

The AirPlay icon is not displayed on iTunes / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad.
0 This unit and PC / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad are not connected to the same network (LAN). Connect it to the same LAN as this unit. (v p. 65)
0 The firmware on iTunes / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad is not compatible with AirPlay. Update the firmware to the latest version.

Audio is not output.

0 The volume on iTunes / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad is set to the minimum level. The volume on iTunes / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad is linked with the
volume on this unit. Set a proper volume level.
0 The AirPlay playback is not performed, or this unit is not selected. Click the AirPlay icon on the iTunes / iPhone / iPod touch / iPad screen and select this
unit. (v p. 105)
Audio is interrupted during the AirPlay playback on iPhone / iPod touch / iPad.
0 Quit the application running in the background of the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad, and then play using AirPlay.
0 Some external factors may be affecting the wireless connection. Modify the network environment by taking measures such as shortening the distance
from the wireless LAN access point.
iTunes cannot be played back through the remote control unit.
0 Enable the “Allow iTunes audio control from remote speakers” setting on iTunes. Then, you can perform playback, pause, and skip operations through
the remote control unit.

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USB memory devices cannot be played back

USB memory device is not recognized.
0 Disconnect and reconnect the USB memory device. (v p. 62)
0 Mass storage class compatible USB memory devices are supported.
0 This unit does not support a connection through a USB hub. Connect the USB memory device directly to the USB port.
0 The USB memory device must be formatted to FAT16 or FAT32.
0 Not all USB memory devices are guaranteed to work. Some USB memory devices are not recognized. When using a type of portable hard disc drive
compatible with the USB connection that requires power from an AC adapter, use the AC adapter that came with the drive.
Files on the USB memory device are not displayed.
0 Files of a type not supported by this unit are not displayed. (v p. 73)
0 This unit is able to display files in a maximum of eight folder layers. A maximum of 5000 files (folders) can also be displayed for each layer. Modify the
folder structure of the USB memory device.
0 When multiple partitions exist on the USB memory device, only files on the first partition are displayed.

iOS and Android devices are not recognized.

0 The USB port of this unit does not support playback from iOS and Android devices.

Files on a USB memory device cannot be played.

0 Files are created in a format that is not supported by this unit. Check the formats supported by this unit. (v p. 258)
0 You are attempting to play a file that is copyright protected. Files that are copyright protected cannot be played on this unit.
0 Playback may not be possible if the album art file size exceeds 2 MB.

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Bluetooth cannot be played back

Bluetooth devices cannot be connected to this unit.
0 The Bluetooth function in the Bluetooth device has not been enabled. See the Owner’s Manual of the Bluetooth device to enable the Bluetooth function.
0 Bring the Bluetooth device near to this unit.
0 The Bluetooth device cannot connect with this unit if it is not compatible with the A2DP profile.
0 Turn the power of the Bluetooth device off and on again, and then try again.

The sound is cut off.

0 Bring the Bluetooth device near to this unit.
0 Remove obstructions between the Bluetooth device and this unit.
0 To prevent electromagnetic interference, locate this unit away from microwave ovens, wireless LAN devices and other Bluetooth devices.
0 Reconnect the Bluetooth device.

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The Internet radio cannot be played back

A list of broadcasting stations is not displayed.
0 The LAN cable is not properly connected, or the network is disconnected. Check the connection status. (v p. 65)
0 Perform the network diagnostic mode.

Internet Radio cannot be played.

0 The selected radio station is broadcasting in a format that is not supported by this unit. Formats that can be played back in this unit are MP3, WMA and
AAC. (v p. 261)
0 The firewall function is enabled on the router. Check the firewall setting.
0 The IP address is not properly set. (v p. 207)
0 Check the power of the router is on.
0 To obtain the IP address automatically, enable the DHCP server function on the router. Also, set the DHCP setting to “On” on this unit. (v p. 207)
0 To obtain the IP address manually, set the IP address on this unit. (v p. 207)
0 Some radio stations broadcast silently during some time period. In this case, no audio is output. Wait for a while and select the same radio station, or
select another radio station. (v p. 90)
0 The selected radio station is not in service. Select a radio station in service.

Cannot connect to favorite radio stations.

0 Radio station is not currently in service. Register radio stations in service.

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Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back

Files stored on a computer cannot be played.
0 Files are stored in a non-compatible format. Record in a compatible format. (v p. 260)
0 Files that are copyright protected cannot be played on this unit.
0 The USB port of this unit cannot be used for connection to a computer.
0 Media sharing settings on the server or NAS do not allow this unit. Change the settings to allow this unit. For details, see the owner’s manual of the
server or NAS.
Server is not found, or it is not possible to connect to the server.
0 The computer’s or router’s firewall is activated. Check the computer’s or router’s firewall settings.
0 Computer’s power is not turned on. Turn on the power.
0 Server is not running. Launch the server.
0 IP address of this unit is wrong. Check the IP address of this unit. (v p. 204)

Music files on PC cannot be played back.

0 Even if PC is connected to the USB port on this unit, music files on it cannot be played back. Connect PC to this unit through the network. (v p. 65)

Files on PC or NAS are not displayed.

0 Files of a type not supported by this unit are not displayed. (v p. 260)

Music stored on a NAS cannot be played.

0 If you use a NAS in conformity with the DLNA standard, enable the DLNA server function in the NAS setting.
0 If you use a NAS that does not conform with the DLNA standard, play the music via a PC. Set Windows Media Player’s media sharing function and add
NAS to the selected play folder.
0 If connection is restricted, set audio equipment as the connection target.

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Various online services cannot be played

Various online services cannot be played.
0 The online service may have been discontinued.

The HDMI Control function does not work

The HDMI Control function does not work.
0 Check that “HDMI Control” in the menu is set to “On”. (v p. 168)
0 You cannot operate devices that are not compatible with the HDMI Control function. In addition, depending on the connected device or the settings, the
HDMI Control function may not work. In this case, operate the external device directly. (v p. 129)
0 Check that the HDMI Control function setting is enabled on all devices connected to this unit. (v p. 129)
0 When you make connection related changes such as connecting an additional HDMI device, the link operation settings may be initialized. Turn off this
unit and devices connected via HDMI, and turn them on again. (v p. 129)
0 The HDMI MONITOR 2 connector is not compatible with the HDMI Control function. Use the HDMI MONITOR 1 connector to connect to the TV.
(v p. 53)

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Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network

Cannot connect to the network.
0 The network name (SSID), password and encryption setting have not been set up correctly. Configure the network settings according to the setting
details of this unit. (v p. 206)
0 Shorten the distance from the wireless LAN access point and remove any obstructions to improve access first before re-connecting again. Place the
unit away from microwave ovens and other network access points.
0 Configure the access point channel settings away from channels that are being used by other networks.
0 This unit is not compatible with WEP (TSN).

Cannot connect to a WPS Router.

0 Check that the WPS mode of the router is operating.
0 Press the WPS button on the router and then press the “Connect” button displayed on the TV within 2 minutes.
0 A router/settings that are compatible with WPS 2.0 standards are required. Set the encryption time to “None”, “WPA-PSK (AES)” or WPA2-PSK (AES).
(v p. 206)
0 If the router encryption method is WEP/WPA-TKIP/WPA2-TKIP, you cannot connect by using the WPS button on the router. In this case, use the “Scan
Networks” or “Manual” method to connect.
Cannot connect to the network using iPhone/iPod touch/iPad.
0 Update the iPhone/iPod touch/iPad firmware to the latest version.
0 When configuring the settings via a wireless connection, iOS 7 or later needs to be supported.

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When using HDMI ZONE2, the devices does not function properly
When using MAIN ZONE, video output is interrupted in HDMI ZONE2.
0 With the same input source selected for MAIN ZONE and ZONE2, when you operate MAIN ZONE, video may be interrupted in HDMI ZONE2.

When using HDMI ZONE2, no video or audio is output from the TV in ZONE2.
0 Check that the power is on for ZONE2. (v p. 144)
0 Check the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 144)
0 The AUX1-HDMI connector on the front panel does not support the HDMI ZONE2 function.
0 In ZONE2, playback is only possible when the input signals are HDMI signals.
0 When the TV does not support the input audio format, audio is not output. Set the audio format to “PCM” on the playback device. Alternatively, set
“ZONE2 Setup” - “HDMI Audio” in the menu to “PCM”. (v p. 217)
0 When the TV is not compatible with the resolution of the input video, no video is output. Set the output resolution on the playback device to a resolution
that is compatible with the TV.
When using HDMI ZONE2, MAIN ZONE audio is played back as PCM.
0 When the same input source is selected for MAIN ZONE and ZONE2, the audio format is limited according to the specifications of the TV in ZONE2.

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Update/upgrade error messages

If an update/upgrade is interrupted or fails, an error message appears.

Display Description
Connection failed. Please check your network, then try The network connection is unstable.
again. Connection to the server failed.
Check your network environment and try the update again.
Update failed. Please check your network, then try The download of the firmware failed.
again. Check your network environment and try the update again.
Upgrade failed. Please check your network, then try The download of the firmware failed.
again. Check your network environment and try the upgrade again.
Please check your network, unplug and reconnect the The update failed.
power cord, and try again. Press and hold the X on the main unit for more than 5 seconds, or remove and re-insert the
power cord.
The update restarts automatically.
Please contact customer service in your area. This unit may be broken.
Contact our Customer Service Center in your area.

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Resetting factory settings

If the indicators are incorrect or the unit cannot be operated, restarting the unit may improve the problem. We recommend restarting the unit before
returning the settings to the default settings. (v p. 231)
If the operations are not improved by restarting the unit, follow the steps below.
Various settings are reset to the factory default values. Make settings again.

X TUNER PRESET CH – 1 Turn off the power using X.

2 Press X while simultaneously pressing TUNER

PRESET CH + and TUNER PRESET CH –.

3 Remove your fingers from the two buttons when

“Initialized” appears on the display.

0 Before returning the settings to the default settings, use the “Save & Load” function
from the menu to save and restore the details of various settings configured on the
TUNER PRESET CH + unit. (v p. 225)
.
0 You can also reset all settings to the factory defaults using “Reset” - “All Settings”
in the menu. (v p. 226)

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Resetting network settings

If network contents cannot be played or the unit cannot connect to the network, restarting the unit may improve the problem. We recommend restarting the
unit before returning the settings to the default settings. (v p. 231)
If the operations are not improved by restarting the unit, follow the steps below.
Network settings are reset to the factory default values. Make settings again.
However, the menu “Amp Assign”, “Speaker Config.” and “Video” settings are not reset.

SOURCE SELECT 1 Press X to turn on power to the unit.

ZONE2 ON/OFF
2 Turn SOURCE SELECT to select “HEOS Music”.

3 Press and hold the main unit's TUNER PRESET CH +

and ZONE2 ON/OFF at the same time for at least 3
seconds.

4 Remove your fingers from the two buttons when

“Network Reset...” appears on the display.

X TUNER PRESET CH +
5 “Completed” is shown in the display when reset is
complete.
.
0 Before returning the settings to the default settings, use the “Save & Load” function
from the menu to save and restore the details of various settings configured on the
unit. (v p. 225)
0 You can also reset the network settings to the factory defaults using “Reset” -
“Network Settings” in the menu. (v p. 226)

NOTE
0 Do not turn the power off until reset is complete.

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About HDMI
HDMI is an abbreviation of High-Definition Multimedia Interface, which is 0 3D
an AV digital interface that can be connected to a TV or amplifier. This unit supports input and output of 3D (3 dimensional) video signals
With the HDMI connection, high definition video and high quality audio of HDMI. To play back 3D video, you need a TV and player that
formats adopted by Blu-ray Disc players (Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby provide support for the HDMI 3D function and a pair of 3D glasses.
TrueHD, DTS-HD, DTS-HD Master Audio) can be transmitted, which is not
possible with the analog video transmission. 0 4K
Furthermore, in the HDMI connection, audio and video signals can be This unit supports input and output of 4K (3840 x 2160 pixels) video
transmitted through a single HDMI cable, while in conventional signals of HDMI.
connections it is necessary to provide audio and video cables separately 0 Content Type
for connection between devices. This allows you to simplify the wiring
It automatically makes settings suitable for the video output type
configuration that tends to be quite complex in a home theater system.
(content information).
This unit supports the following HDMI functions.
0 Adobe RGB color, Adobe YCC601 color
0 Deep Color The color space defined by Adobe Systems Inc. Because it is a wider
An imaging technology supported by HDMI. Unlike RGB or YCbCr, color space than RGB, it can produce more vivid and natural images.
which uses 8 bits (256 shades) per color, it can use 10 bits (1024
shades), 12 bits (4096 shades), or 16 bits (65536 shades) to produce 0 sYCC601 color
colors in higher definition. Each of these color spaces defines a palette of available colors that is
Both devices linked via HDMI must support Deep Color. larger than the traditional RGB color model.

0 x.v.Color
This function lets HDTVs display colors more accurately. It enables
display with natural, vivid colors.
“x.v.Color” is trademark of Sony Corporation.

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0 Auto Lip Sync 0 ARC (Audio Return Channel)

This function can automatically correct delay between the audio and This function transmits audio signals from the TV to this unit through
video. the HDMI cable and plays back the audio from the TV on this unit
Use a TV that is compatible with the Auto Lip Sync function. based on the HDMI Control function.
0 HDMI Pass Through If a TV without the ARC function is connected via HDMI connections,
video signals of the playback device connected to this unit are
Even when the power to this unit is set to standby, signals input from
transmitted to the TV, but this unit can not play back the audio from the
the HDMI input connector are output to a TV or other device that is
TV. If you want to enjoy surround audio for TV program, a separate
connected to the HDMI output connector.
audio cable connection is required.
0 HDMI Control In contrast, if a TV with the ARC function is connected via HDMI
If you connect the unit and an HDMI Control function compatible TV or connections, no audio cable connection is required. Audio signals from
player with an HDMI cable and then enable the HDMI Control function the TV can be input to this unit through the HDMI cable between this
setting on each device, the devices will be able to control each other. unit and the TV. This function allows you to enjoy surround playback
0 Power off link on this unit for the TV.
This unit power off can be linked to the TV power off step.
0 eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel)
0 Audio output destination switching
The eARC function is an extension of the conventional ARC function. It
From the TV, you can switch whether to output audio from the TV or utilizes dedicated eARC function control to play back television audio
the AV amplifier. from this unit without passing through HDMI control. Furthermore, the
0 Volume adjustment eARC function can transmit multichannel linear PCM, Dolby TrueHD,
You can adjust this unit’s volume in the TV volume adjustment Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X and other audio formats
operation. not compatible with conventional ARC. Connecting to an eARC
0 Input source switching function-compatible television also enables enjoyment of higher-
You can switch this unit input sources through linkage to TV input quality surround playback of the audio content played from your
switching. television.
When playing the player, this unit input source switches to the
source for that player.

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o Supported audio formats Copyright protection system

2-channel Linear 2-channel, 32 kHz – 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit In order to play back digital video and audio such as BD video or DVD
PCM video via HDMI connection, both this unit and the TV or player must to
support the copyright protection system known as HDCP (High-
Multi-channel 7.1-channel, 32 kHz – 192 kHz, 16/20/24 bit bandwidth Digital Content Protection System). HDCP is copyright
Linear PCM protection technology comprised of data encryption and authentication of
Dolby Digital / DTS / Dolby Atmos / Dolby TrueHD / the connected AV devices. This unit supports HDCP.
Bitstream Dolby Digital Plus / DTS:X / DTS-HD Master Audio / 0 If a device that does not support HDCP is connected, video and audio
DTS-HD High Resolution Audio / DTS Express are not output correctly. Read the owner’s manual of your television or
DSD 2-channel – 5.1-channel, 2.8 MHz player for more information.

o Supported video signals

0 When connecting this unit to a device that is compatible with the Deep Color, 4K,
ARC and eARC functions, use a “High Speed HDMI cable with Ethernet” that
0 480i 0 480p
bears the HDMI logo.
0 576i 0 576p
0 720p 60/50Hz 0 1080i 60/50Hz
0 1080p 60/50/24Hz 0 4K 60/50/30/25/24 Hz

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Video conversion function

This unit automatically converts the input video signals as shown in the diagram before outputting them to the TV.

This unit HDMI-compatible TV

Video device

Output
Input (IN)
Output (MONITOR OUT)

HDMI signal HDMI signal

HDMI connector HDMI connector HDMI connector HDMI connector

HDMI-incompatible TV

Component Component
video signal video signal

Component video Component Component video Component video

0 The MAIN ZONE Video Conversion function
connectors video connectors connectors connectors
is compatible with the following formats:
Video signal NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-N,
PAL-M and PAL-60.
0 When component video signals are used,
Video connector Video connector
only 480i and 576i signals are converted to
HDMI signals.

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This unit can convert the input video signals to the resolution that is set for “Resolution” in the menu before outputting them to the TV. (v p. 173)

.
Output signal HDMI
Input signal 480i/576i 480p/576p 720p 1080i 1080p 1080p 24Hz 4K 30/25/24Hz 4K 60/50Hz
480i/576i        
480p/576p       
720p      
1080i      
HDMI
1080p 24Hz    
1080p    
4K 30/25/24Hz 
4K 60/50Hz z
480i/576i        
480p/576p
Component Video 720p
1080i
1080p
Video 480i/576i        

z The HDMI connector on the front panel supports YCbCr 4:2:0 format only.

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Playing back a USB memory devices

0 This unit is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standard.
0 This unit can show the artwork that was embedded by using MP3 ID3-Tag Ver. 2.3 or 2.4.
0 This unit is compatible with WMA META tags.
0 If the image size (pixels) of an album artwork exceeds 500 × 500 (WMA/MP3/Apple Lossless/DSD) or 349 × 349 (MPEG-4 AAC), then music may not
be played back properly.

o Compatible formats
Sampling frequency Channel Bit rate Extension
WMAz1 32/44.1/48 kHz 2-channel 48 – 192 kbps .wma
MP3 32/44.1/48 kHz 2-channel 32 – 320 kbps .mp3
WAV 32/44.1/48/88.2/ 2-channel – .wav
96/176.4/192 kHz
MPEG-4 AACz1 32/44.1/48 kHz 2-channel 16 – 320 kbps .aac/.m4a/.mp4
FLAC 32/44.1/48/88.2/ 2-channel – .flac
96/176.4/192 kHz
32/44.1/48/88.2/ 2-channel – .m4a
Apple Losslessz2 96/192 kHz
DSD 2.8/5.6 MHz 2-channel – .dsf/.dff
z1 Only files that are not protected by copyright can be played on this unit.
Content downloaded from pay sites on the Internet are copyright protected. Also, files encoded in WMA format when ripped from a CD, etc. on a computer may be
copyright protected, depending on the computer’s settings.
z2 The Apple Lossless Audio Codec (ALAC) decoder is distributed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0).

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o Maximum number of playable files and folder Playing back a Bluetooth device
The limits on the number of folders and files that can be displayed by
this unit are as follows. This unit supports the following Bluetooth profile.
0 A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile):
Media
USB memory device When a Bluetooth device that supports this standard is connected,
Item
monaural and stereo sound data can be streamed at a high quality.
Memory capacity FAT16 : 2 GB, FAT32 : 2 TB 0 AVRCP (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile):
Number of folder directory levels z1 8 levels When a Bluetooth device that supports this standard is connected, the
Bluetooth device can be operated from this unit.
Number of folders 500
Number of filesz2 5000
o About Bluetooth communications
z1 The limited number includes the root folder.
z2 The allowable number of files may differ according to the USB memory device
Radio waves broadcast from this unit may interfere with the operation
capacity and the file size. of medical devices. Make sure you turn off the power of this unit and
Bluetooth device in the following locations as radio wave interference
may cause malfunctions.
0 Hospitals, trains, aircraft, petrol kiosks and places where flammable
gases are generated
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Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS

0 This unit is compatible with MP3 ID3-Tag (Ver. 2) standard.
0 This unit can show the artwork that was embedded by using MP3 ID3-Tag Ver. 2.3 or 2.4.
0 This unit is compatible with WMA META tags.
0 If the image size (pixels) of an album artwork exceeds 500 × 500 (WMA/MP3/WAV/FLAC/Apple Lossless/DSD) or 349 × 349 (MPEG-4 AAC), then
music may not be played back properly.
0 A server or server software compatible with distribution in the corresponding formats is required to play music files via a network.
For playing mentioned audio formats via a network a server software, for example Twonky Media Server or jRiver Media Server, needs to be installed
on your computer or NAS for full support. There are other server software available too. Please check supported formats.

o Specifications of supported files

Sampling frequency Channel Bit rate Extension
WMAz1 32/44.1/48 kHz 2-channel 48 – 192 kbps .wma
MP3 32/44.1/48 kHz 2-channel 32 – 320 kbps .mp3
WAV 32/44.1/48/88.2/ 2-channel – .wav
96/176.4/192 kHz
MPEG-4 AACz1 32/44.1/48 kHz 2-channel 16 – 320 kbps .aac/.m4a/.mp4
FLAC 32/44.1/48/88.2/ 2-channel – .flac
96/176.4/192 kHz
32/44.1/48/88.2/ 2-channel – .m4a
Apple Losslessz2 96/192 kHz
DSD 2.8/5.6 MHz 2-channel – .dsf/.dff
z1 Only files that are not protected by copyright can be played on this unit.
Content downloaded from pay sites on the Internet are copyright protected. Also, files encoded in WMA format when ripped from a CD, etc. on a computer may be
copyright protected, depending on the computer’s settings.
z2 The Apple Lossless Audio Codec (ALAC) decoder is distributed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0).

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Playing back Internet Radio Personal memory plus function

The most recently used settings (input mode, HDMI output mode, sound
o Playable broadcast station specifications mode, tone control, channel level, MultEQ® XT32, Dynamic EQ, Dynamic
Sampling frequency Bit rate Extension Volume, Restorer and audio delay, etc.) are saved for each input source.
48 – 192
WMA 32/44.1/48 kHz kbps .wma
32 – 320 0 “Surround Parameter” settings are stored for each sound mode.
MP3 32/44.1/48 kHz .mp3
kbps

MPEG-4 AAC 32/44.1/48 kHz 16 – 320

kbps
.aac/
.m4a/ Last function memory
.mp4
This function stores the settings which were made before going into the
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Sound modes and channel output

S This indicates the audio output channels or surround parameters that can be set.
D This indicates the audio output channels. The output channels depend on the settings of “Speaker Config.”. (v p. 194)

.
Channel output
Sound mode Front Dolby Surround Dolby
Front Surround Surround Back Front Height Top Front Top Middle
Center Atmos Enabled Atmos Enabled Subwoofer
L/R L/R L/R L/R L/R L/R
L/R L/R
Direct/Pure Direct (2-channel) S Dz5
Direct/Pure Direct (Multi-channel) S D D Dz4 Dz4 Dz4 Dz4 Dz4 Dz4 D
DSD Direct (2-channel) S Dz5
DSD Direct (Multi-channel) S D D D
Stereo S D
Dolby Atmos S D D D D D D D D D
Dolby TrueHD S D D Dz4 Dz4 D
Dolby Digital Plus S D D Dz4 Dz4 D
Dolby Digital S D D D
Dolby Surround z1 S D D Dz6 D D D D D D
DTS:X S D D D D D D D D D
DTS-HD S D D Dz4 Dz4 D
DTS Express S D D D D
DTS 96/24 S D D D D
DTS Surround S D D D D
DTS Neural:X z2 S D D D D D D D D D
DTS Virtual:X z3 S D D D D
Multi Ch In S D D Dz4 D
Multi Ch Stereo S D D D D D D D D D
Rock Arena S D D D D D D D D D
Jazz Club S D D D D D D D D D
Mono Movie S D D D D D D D D D
Video Game S D D D D D D D D D
Matrix S D D D D D D D D D
Virtual S D

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z1 The applicable sound mode includes “Dolby Surround” and sound modes that have “+Dolby Surround” in the sound mode name.
z2 The applicable sound mode includes “DTS Neural:X” and sound modes that have “+Neural:X” in the sound mode name.
z3 The applicable sound mode includes “DTS Virtual:X” and sound modes that have “+Virtual:X” in the sound mode name.
z4 A signal for each channel contained in an input signal is output as audio.
z5 Audio is output when “Subwoofer Mode” in the menu is set to “LFE+Main”. (v p. 202)
z6 Audio is not output when “Speaker Config.” - “Surr. Back” in the menu is set to “1 spkr”. (v p. 196)

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Sound modes and surround parameters

.
Surround Parameter

Sound mode Loudness Dynamic Low Frequency

Dialog Control
Cinema EQ Management Compression Effects Delay Time Effect Level Room Size Center Spread
z4
z2 z3 z5
Direct/Pure Direct (2-channel) z1 S S
Direct/Pure Direct (Multi-channel) z1 S S S S
DSD Direct (2-channel)
DSD Direct (Multi-channel)
Stereo S S S S
Dolby Atmos S S S S
Dolby TrueHD S S S S
Dolby Digital Plus S S S S
Dolby Digital S S S S
Dolby Surround S S S S
DTS:X S S S S
DTS-HD S S
DTS Express S S
DTS 96/24 S S
DTS Surround S S S
DTS Neural:X S S S
DTS Virtual:X S S
Multi Ch In S S
Multi Ch Stereo S S S S S
Rock Arena S S S S S
Jazz Club S S S S S
Mono Movie S S S S S
Video Game S S S S S
Matrix S S S S
Virtual S S S

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Surround Parameter Audyssey
Subwoofer
Tone Center Level Dynamic Audyssey Restorer
Sound mode Level Adjust MultEQ® XT32 Dynamic EQ
DTS Neural:X z6 Adjust
Volume LFC™ z12
Subwoofer z7 z8z9z10 z11
z11 z11
Direct/Pure Direct (2-channel) z1 Sz13 Sz13
Direct/Pure Direct (Multi-channel) z1 S S
DSD Direct (2-channel) Sz13 Sz13
DSD Direct (Multi-channel) S
Stereo Sz14 S Sz14 S S S S S
Dolby Atmos S S S S S S S
Dolby TrueHD S S S S S S S
Dolby Digital Plus S S S S S S S
Dolby Digital S S S S S S S
Dolby Surround S S S S S S S S
DTS:X S S S S S S S S
DTS-HD S S S S S S S
DTS Express S S S S S S S
DTS 96/24 S S S S S S S
DTS Surround S S S S S S S
DTS Neural:X S S S S S S S S
DTS Virtual:X S S S S
Multi Ch In S S S S S S S
Multi Ch Stereo S S S S S S S S
Rock Arena S S S S S S S S
Jazz Club S S S S S S S S
Mono Movie S S S S S S S S
Video Game S S S S S S S S
Matrix S S S S S S S S
Virtual S S S S S S S

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z1 During playback in Pure Direct mode, the surround parameters are the same as in Direct mode.
z2 This item can be selected when a Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD or Dolby Atmos signal is played.
z3 This item can be selected when a Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS:X or DTS signal is played.
z4 This item can be selected when a DTS:X signal that is compatible with the Dialog Control function is input.
z5 This item can be selected when a Dolby Digital or DTS signal or DVD-Audio is played.
z6 This item cannot be set when “Dynamic EQ” is set to “On”. (v p. 160)
z7 This item cannot be set when “Subwoofer” in the menu is set to “None”. (v p. 195)
z8 This item cannot be set when Audyssey® Setup (Speaker Calibration) has not been performed.
z9 This item cannot be selected when a DTS:X format with a sampling frequency of over 48 kHz is input.
z10 This item cannot be set when sound mode is “DTS Virtual:X” or sound mode that have “+Virtual:X” in the sound mode name.
z11 This item cannot be set when “MultEQ® XT32” is set to “Off”. (v p. 159)
z12 This item can be set when the input signal is analog, PCM 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz.
z13 This setting is available when “Subwoofer Mode” in the menu is set to “LFE+Main”. (v p. 202)
z14 This item can be set when “Front” is set to “Small” or “Subwoofer Mode” is set to “LFE+Main”. (v p. 194, 202)

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Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes

F This indicates the default sound mode.
S This indicates the selectable sound mode.

.
2-channel signal Multi-channel signal
DSD DSD
Sound mode NOTE Dolby Dolby Dolby PCM
DTS Analog / (Super Dolby Dolby DTS DTS ES DTS ES multi-
(Super
Digital PCM Digital Digital DTS:X DTS-HD DTS
(-HD) Audio Atmos TrueHD Express Dscrt6.1 Mtrx6.1 channel Audio
(+/HD) Plus (EX)
CD) CD)
Direct
Direct S S Sz2 S S S S S S S S S S S
DSD Direct S S
Pure Direct
Pure Direct S S S S S S S S S S S S S S
DSD Pure Direct S S
Stereo
Stereo S S F F S S S S S S S S S S S S
Dolby Surround
Dolby Atmos z1 F
Dolby TrueHD Sz3 S
Dolby Digital Plus Sz4 S
Dolby Digital S
Dolby (D+) (HD) + Dolby Surround F F F
Dolby (D+) (HD) + Neural:X S S S
Dolby Surround F S S S

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2-channel signal Multi-channel signal
DSD DSD
Sound mode NOTE Dolby Dolby Dolby PCM
DTS Analog / (Super Dolby Dolby DTS DTS ES DTS ES multi-
(Super
Digital PCM
Digital Digital DTS:X DTS-HD DTS
(-HD) Audio Atmos TrueHD Express Dscrt6.1 Mtrx6.1 channel Audio
(+/HD) Plus (EX)
CD) CD)
DTS Surround
DTS:X MSTR / DTS:X F
DTS-HD MSTR Sz9
DTS-HD HI RES Sz10
DTS Express S
DTS ES Dscrt 6.1 z5 S
DTS ES Mtrx 6.1 z5 S
DTS 96/24 Sz11
DTS Surround S S S
DTS (-HD) + Dolby Surround S S S S S
DTS (-HD) + Neural:X z6 F F F F F
DTS (-HD) / DTS:X + Virtual:X z7 S S S S S S
DTS Neural:X z6 S F S S
DTS Virtual:X z8 S S S
Multi Ch In
Multi Ch In F F
Multi Ch In 7.1 z5 Sz12
Multi In + Dolby Surround S S
Multi In + Neural:X S S
Multi In + Virtual:X S S
Original sound mode
Multi Ch Stereo S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S S
Rock Arena S S S S Sz13 S S S S S S S S S S
Jazz Club S S S S Sz13 S S S S S S S S S S
Mono Movie S S S S Sz13 S S S S S S S S S S
Video Game S S S S Sz13 S S S S S S S S S S
Matrix S S S S Sz13 S S S S S S S S S S
Virtual S S S S Sz13 S S S S S S S S S S

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z1 This item can be selected when using any of the Surround Back, Front Height, Top Front, Top Middle, Front Dolby or Surround Dolby speaker.
z2 The default sound mode for the AirPlay playback is “Direct”.
z3 This can be selected when the Dolby Atmos signal contains the Dolby TrueHD signal.
z4 This can be selected when the Dolby Atmos signal contains the Dolby Digital Plus signal.
z5 This item can be selected when surround back speakers are used.
z6 This item cannot be selected when a DTS(-HD) format with a sampling frequency of over 48 kHz is input.
z7 This item cannot be selected when a DTS:X format with a sampling frequency of over 48 kHz is input.
z8 This item cannot be selected when the input signal is Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD or Dolby Atmos.
z9 This item can be selected when the input signal is DTS-HD Master Audio.
z10 This item can be selected when the input signal is DTS-HD Hi Resolution.
z11 This item can be selected when the input signal is DTS 96/24.
z12 This item can be selected when the input signals contain surround back signals.
z13 This can be selected when the Dolby Atmos signal contains the Dolby TrueHD or Dolby Digital Plus signal.

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Explanation of terms
o Audyssey Audyssey LFC™ (Low Frequency Containment)
Audyssey LFC™ solves the problem of low frequency sounds disturbing
Audyssey Dynamic EQ®
people in neighboring rooms or apartments. Audyssey LFC™ dynamically
Audyssey Dynamic EQ® solves the problem of deteriorating sound quality monitors the audio content and removes the low frequencies that pass
as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and through walls, floors and ceilings. It then applies psychoacoustic
room acoustics. processing to restore the perception of low bass for listeners in the room.
Audyssey Dynamic EQ® works in tandem with Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 The result is great sound that no longer disturbs the neighbors.
to provide well-balanced sound for every listener at any volume level.
Audyssey MultEQ® XT32
Audyssey Dynamic Volume® Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 is a room equalization solution that calibrates
Dynamic Volume solves the problem of large variations in volume level any audio system so that it can achieve optimum performance for every
between television programs, commercials, and between the soft and loud listener in a large listening area. Based on several room measurements,
passages of movies. Audyssey Dynamic EQ® is integrated into Dynamic MultEQ® XT32 calculates an equalization solution that corrects for both
Volume so that as the playback volume is adjusted automatically, the time and frequency response problems in the listening area and also
perceived bass response, tonal balance, surround impression, and dialog performs a fully automated surround system setup.
clarity remain the same.

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o Dolby Dolby Digital

Dolby Atmos Dolby Digital is a multi-channel digital signal format developed by Dolby
Laboratories.
Introduced first in the cinema, Dolby Atmos brings a revolutionary sense of
A total of 5.1-channels are played: 3 front channels (“FL”, “FR” and “C”), 2
dimension and immersion to the Home Theater experience. Dolby Atmos
surround channels (“SL” and “SR”) and the “LFE” channel for low
is an adaptable and scalable object based format that reproduces audio
frequency effects.
as independent sounds (or objects) that can be accurately positioned and
move dynamically throughout the 3 dimensional listening space during Because of this, there is no crosstalk between channels and a realistic
playback. A key ingredient of Dolby Atmos is the introduction of a height sound field with a “three-dimensional” feeling (sense of distance,
plane of sound above the listener. movement and positioning) is achieved. This delivers a thrilling surround
sound experience in the home.
Dolby Atmos Stream
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Atmos content will be delivered to your Dolby Atmos Enabled AV
receiver via Dolby Digital Plus or Dolby TrueHD on Blu-ray Disc, Dolby Digital Plus is an improved Dolby Digital signal format that is
downloadable files and streaming media. A Dolby Atmos stream contains compatible with up to 7.1-channels of discrete digital sound and also
special metadata that describes the positioning of sounds within the room. improves sound quality thanks to extra data bit rate performance. It is
This object audio data is decoded by a Dolby Atmos AV receiver and upwardly compatible with conventional Dolby Digital, so it offers greater
scaled for optimum playback through Home Theater speaker systems of flexibility in response to the source signal and the conditions of the
every size and configuration. playback device.

Dolby Surround
Dolby Surround is a next generation surround technology that intelligently
up mixes stereo; 5.1 and 7.1 content for playback through your surround
speaker system. Dolby Surround is compatible with traditional speaker
layouts, as well as Dolby Atmos enabled playback systems that employ in-
ceiling speakers or products with Dolby speaker technology.

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Dolby Speaker Technology (Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers) o DTS

A convenient alternative to speakers built into the ceiling, Dolby Atmos Dialog Control
Enabled speakers employ the ceiling above you as a reflective surface for
reproducing audio in the height plane above the listener. These speakers Gives you control of the listening experience. You can lift the dialog out
feature a unique upward firing driver and special signal processing. These from the background sounds when clarity and intelligibility are desired.
features can be built into a conventional speaker or standalone speaker This requires that content has been authored to support Dialog Control.
module. The features minimally impact the overall speaker footprint while DTS
providing an immersive listening experience during Dolby Atmos and
This is an abbreviation of Digital Theater System, which is a digital audio
Dolby Surround playback.
system developed by DTS. DTS delivers a powerful and dynamic
Dolby TrueHD surround sound experience, and is found in the world’s finest movie
Dolby TrueHD is a high definition audio technology developed by Dolby theaters and screening rooms.
Laboratories, using lossless coding technology to faithfully reproduce the DTS 96/24
sound of the studio master.
DTS 96/24 is a digital audio format enabling high sound quality playback in
This format provides the facility to support up to 8 audio channels with a 5.1-channels with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz and 24 bit quantization
sampling frequency of 96 kHz/24 bit resolution and up to 6 audio channels on DVD-Video.
with a sampling frequency of 192 kHz/24 bit resolution.
DTS Digital Surround
DTS™ Digital Surround is the standard digital surround format of DTS,
Inc., compatible with a sampling frequency of 44.1 or 48 kHz and up to
5.1-channels of digital discrete surround sound.

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DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1 DTS-HD High Resolution Audio

DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1 is a 6.1-channel discrete digital audio format DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is an improved version of the conventional
adding a surround back (SB) channel to the DTS digital surround sound. DTS, DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 signals formats, compatible with sampling
Decoding of conventional 5.1-channel audio signals is also possible frequencies of 96 or 48 kHz and up to 7.1-channels of discrete digital
according to the decoder. sound. High data bit rate performance provides high quality sound. This
format is fully compatible with conventional products, including
DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1
conventional DTS digital surround 5.1-channel data.
DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1 is a 6.1-channel audio format that inserts a surround
back (SB) channel to the DTS digital surround sound through matrix DTS-HD Master Audio
encoding. Decoding of conventional 5.1-channel audio signals is also DTS-HD Master Audio is a lossless audio format created by Digital
possible according to the decoder. Theater System (DTS). This format provides the facility to support up to 8
audio channels with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz/24 bit resolution and
DTS Express
up to 6 audio channels with a sampling frequency of 192 kHz/24 bit
DTS Express is an audio format supporting low bit rates (max. 5.1- resolution. It is fully compatible with conventional products, including
channels, 24 to 256 kbps). conventional DTS digital surround 5.1-channel data.
DTS-HD DTS:X
This audio technology provides higher sound quality and enhanced DTS:X produces a hemisphere of audio, where flyovers as well as ambient
functionality than the conventional DTS and is adopted as an optional backgrounds become truly enveloping. DTS:X objects enable audio to
audio for Blu-ray Disc. move smoothly from one speaker to any other creating life-like realism.
This technology supports multi-channel, high data transfer speed, high
sampling frequency, and lossless audio playback. Maximum 7.1-channels
are supported in Blu-ray Disc.

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DTS Neural:X o Audio

Enables an immersive audio experience for older content. DTS Neural:X Apple Lossless Audio Codec
can upmix your stereo, 5.1 or 7.1 content to take full advantage of all
speakers in your surround sound system. This is a codec for lossless audio compression method developed by
Apple Inc. This codec can be played back on iTunes, iPod or iPhone. Data
DTS Virtual:X compressed to approximately 60 – 70 % can be decompressed to exactly
DTS Virtual:X allows you to enjoy multi-dimensional sound regardless of the same original data.
room size, layout, or speaker configuration. FLAC (Free Lossless Audio Codec)
FLAC stands for Free lossless Audio Codec, and is a lossless free audio
file format. Lossless means that the audio is compressed without any loss
in quality.
The FLAC license is as shown below.
Copyright (C) 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008,
2009 Josh Coalson
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or without
modification, are permitted provided that the following conditions are met:
0 Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice,
this list of conditions and the following disclaimer.
0 Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright
notice, this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the
documentation and/or other materials provided with the distribution.
0 Neither the name of the Xiph.org Foundation nor the names of its
contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from
this software without specific prior written permission.

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THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND

MPEG (Moving Picture Experts Group), MPEG-2, MPEG-4
CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED These are the names for digital compression format standards used for
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A the encoding of video and audio. Video standards include “MPEG-1
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE Video”, “MPEG-2 Video”, “MPEG-4 Visual”, “MPEG-4 AVC”. Audio
FOUNDATION OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, standards include “MPEG-1 Audio”, “MPEG-2 Audio”, “MPEG-4 AAC”.
INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR WMA (Windows Media Audio)
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF This is audio compression technology developed by Microsoft
USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER Corporation.
CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN WMA data can be encoded using Windows Media® Player.
CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE To encode WMA files, only use applications authorized by Microsoft
OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS Corporation. If you use an unauthorized application, the file may not work
SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH properly.
DAMAGE.
Sampling frequency
LFE Sampling involves taking a reading of a sound wave (analog signal) at
This is an abbreviation of Low Frequency Effect, which is an output regular intervals and expressing the height of the wave at each reading in
channel that emphasizes low frequency effect sound. Surround audio is digitized format (producing a digital signal).
intensified by outputting 20 Hz to 120 Hz deep bass to the system The number of readings taken in one second is called the “sampling
subwoofer(s). frequency”. The larger the value, the closer the reproduced sound is to the
original.
MP3 (MPEG Audio Layer-3)
This is an internationally standardized audio data compression scheme,
using the “MPEG-1” video compression standard. It compresses the data
volume to about one eleventh its original size while maintaining sound
quality equivalent to a music CD.

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Speaker impedance o Video

This is an AC resistance value, indicated in Ω (ohms). ISF
Greater power can be obtained when this value is smaller.
ISF (Imaging Science Foundation) is an organization that certifies video
Dialogue normalization function technicians who are then qualified to carry out calibration and adjustment
This function operates automatically during playback of Dolby Digital, to match the installation conditions. It also sets quality standards for the
Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS or DTS-HD sources. optimization of device video performance.
It automatically corrects the standard signal level for individual program Progressive (sequential scanning)
sources.
This is a scanning system of the video signal that displays 1 frame of video
Dynamic range as one image. Compared to the interlace system, this system provides
The difference between the maximum undistorted sound level and the images with less flickering and jagged edges.
minimum discernible level above the noise emitted by the device.

Downmix
This function converts the number of channels of surround audio to a
lower number of channels and plays back according to the system’s
configuration.

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o Network WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK (Pre-shared Key)

AirPlay This is a simple authentication system for mutual authentication when a

preset character string matches on the wireless LAN access point and
AirPlay sends (plays) contents recorded in iTunes or on an iPhone/iPod client.
touch/iPad to a compatible device via the network.
Network Names (SSID: Service Set Identifier)
WEP Key (network key)
When forming wireless LAN networks, groups are formed to prevent
This is key information used for encrypting data when conducting data interference, data theft, etc. These groups are based on “SSID (network
transfer. On this unit, the same WEP key is used for data encryption and names)”. For enhanced security, a WEP key is set so that communication
decryption, so the same WEP key must be set on both devices in order for is unavailable unless both the “SSID” and the WEP key match. This is
communications to be established between them. suitable for constructing a simplified network.
Wi-Fi®
Wi-Fi Certification assures tested and proven interoperability by the Wi-Fi
Alliance, a group certifying interoperability among wireless LAN devices.

WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access)

This is a security standard established by the Wi-Fi Alliance. In addition to
the conventional SSID (network name) and WEP key (network key), it also
uses a user identification function and encrypting protocol for stronger
security.

WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access 2)

This is a new version of the WPA established by the Wi-Fi Alliance,
compatible with more secure AES encryption.

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o Others
HDCP
When transmitting digital signals between devices, this copyright
protection technology encrypts the signals to prevent content from being
copied without authorization.

MAIN ZONE
The room where this unit is placed is called the MAIN ZONE.

Pairing
Pairing (registration) is an operation that is required in order to connect a
Bluetooth device to this unit using Bluetooth. When paired, the devices
authenticate each other and can connect without mistaken connections
occurring.
When using Bluetooth connection for the first time, you need to pair this
unit and the Bluetooth device to be connected.

Protection circuit
This is a function to prevent damage to devices within the power supply
when an abnormality such as an overload, excess voltage occurs or over
temperature for any reason.

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Trademark information

.
Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories™. U.S. and
.
Apple, AirPlay, iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro and iPhone are trademarks of foreign patents pending. Audyssey MultEQ® XT32, Audyssey Dynamic
Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. EQ®, Audyssey Dynamic Volume® and Audyssey LFC™ are registered
The trademark "iPhone" is used in Japan with a license from Aiphone trademarks of Audyssey Laboratories.
K.K.
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Specifications
o Audio section
0 Power amplifier

Rated output: Front:

105 W + 105 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.)
135 W + 135 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Center:
105 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.)
135 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Surround:
105 W + 105 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.)
135 W + 135 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Surround back:
105 W + 105 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz – 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.)
135 W + 135 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Output connectors: 4 – 16 Ω/ohms

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0 Analog

Input sensitivity: 200 mV

Frequency response: 10 Hz – 100 kHz — +1, –3 dB (Direct mode)
S/N: 100 dB (IHF–A weighted, Direct mode)
Distortion: 0.008 % (20 Hz – 20 kHz) (Direct mode)
Rated output: 1.2 V
0 Digital

D/A output: Rated output — 2 V (at 0 dB playback)

Total harmonic distortion — 0.008 % (1 kHz, at 0 dB)
S/N ratio — 102 dB
Dynamic range — 100 dB
Digital input: Format — Digital audio interface
0 Phono equalizer

Input sensitivity: 2.5 mV

RIAA deviation: ±1 dB (20 Hz to 20 kHz)
S/N: 74 dB (IHF-A)
Distortion factor: 0.03 % (1 kHz, 3 V)

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o Video section
0 Color component video connector

Input/output level and impedance: Y signal — 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms

PB / CB signal — 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
PR / CR signal — 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
Frequency response: 5 Hz – 60 MHz — 0, –3 dB

o Tuner section [FM] [AM]

(Note: μV at 75 Ω/ohms, 0 dBf = 1 x 10 –15 W)

Reception frequency range: 87.5 MHz – 107.9 MHz 520 kHz – 1710 kHz
Effective sensitivity: 1.2 μV (12.8 dBf) 18 μV
50 dB sensitivity: MONO ― 2.8 μV (20.2 dBf)
S/N ratio: MONO ― 70 dB (IHF–A weighted, Direct mode)
STEREO ― 67 dB (IHF–A weighted, Direct mode)
Distortion: MONO ― 0.7 % (1 kHz)
STEREO ― 1.0 % (1 kHz)

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o Wireless LAN section

Network type (wireless LAN standard): Conforming to IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n
(Wi-Fi® compliant) z1
Security: WEP 64 bit, WEP 128 bit
WPA/WPA2-PSK (AES)
WPA/WPA2-PSK (TKIP)
Used frequency range: 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz

z1 The Wi-Fi® CERTIFIED Logo and the Wi-Fi CERTIFIED On-Product Logo are registered trademarks of the Wi-Fi Alliance.

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o Bluetooth section
Communications system: Bluetooth Specification Version 3.0 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)
Transmission power: Bluetooth Specification Power Class 1
Maximum communication range: Approx. 98.4 ft/30 m in line of sight z2
Used frequency range: 2.4 GHz
Modulation scheme: FHSS (Frequency-Hopping Spread Spectrum)
Supported profiles: A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 1.2
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.5
Corresponding codec: SBC
Transmission range (A2DP): 20 Hz – 20,000 Hz

z2 The actual communication range varies depending on the influence of such factors as obstructions between devices, electromagnetic waves from
microwave ovens, static electricity, cordless phones, reception sensitivity, antenna performance, operating system, application software etc.

o General
Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 600 W
Power consumption in standby mode: 0.1 W z
Power consumption in CEC standby 0.5 W
mode:
z When “Network Control” in the menu is set to “Off In Standby” and “HDMI Pass Through” is set to “Off”.
For purposes of improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

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o Dimensions (Unit : in. (mm))

1 3/8
(34)

3 5/8 (91)
13 3/8 (338)
15 1/2 (391)

8 1/2 (215)
2 1/4
(57)
(19)
3/4
17 1/8 (434)

9 3/8 (237)
5 7/8 (148)
6 5/8 (167)
2 3/8 (19)
3/4
(60)
1 7/8 (45) 13 5/8 (344) 1 7/8 (45)
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o Weight : 23 lbs 13 oz (10.8 kg)

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Index vB vF
Bi-amp ............................................................ 48 Firmware Update .......................................... 220
Bluetooth device ............................................ 78 FM/AM antenna ........................................ 63, 82
v Numerics
Blu-ray Disc player ................................... 59, 72 Front panel ..................................................... 16
3D ................................................................ 253
4K ................................................................ 253 vC vG
5.1-channel .............................................. 33, 41
Cable TV ........................................................ 58 Game console ................................................ 60
7.1-channel .............................................. 33, 42
General settings ................................... 149, 212
vD
vA
Direct sound mode ....................................... 124 vH
AirPlay .......................................................... 104
Display ........................................................... 19 HDCP ........................................................... 255
All Zone Stereo ............................................ 116
Dolby Atmos ................................................. 271 HDMI Control ....................................... 129, 168
Audio formats ....................... 255, 258, 260, 261
Dolby sound mode ............................... 121, 271 HEOS Account ....................................... 96, 211
Audio settings ....................................... 146, 151
DTS sound mode ................................. 122, 272 HEOS Favorites ........................................... 110
Audyssey Dynamic EQ® ............................. 270
DVD player ............................................... 59, 72
Audyssey Dynamic Volume® ...................... 270
Audyssey LFC™ .......................................... 270 vE
Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 ............................ 270 ECO Mode ................................................... 212
Audyssey settings ................................ 159, 184 External control device ................................... 67
Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ ............................... 183
Audyssey® Setup ........................................ 182
Auto sound mode ......................................... 120
Auto Standby ............................................... 215

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vI vN vR
Input Assign ................................................. 178 NAS ............................................................... 91 Rear panel ...................................................... 21
Input settings ........................................ 147, 178 Network settings .......................................... 204 Remote control unit ........................................ 25
Input signal ................................................... 267 Resetting factory settings ............................. 251
Input source ................................................... 71 vO Resetting network settings ........................... 252
Internet Radio ................................................. 89 Original sound mode .................................... 123 Restorer ....................................................... 156

vL vP vS
Listening position ......................................... 182 Pairing ...................................................... 78, 79 Satellite tuner ................................................. 58
PC .................................................................. 91 Set-top box ..................................................... 58
vM PCM multi-channel sound mode .................. 123 Setup Assistant ............................................ 149
Menu map .................................................... 146 Picture Mode ................................................ 164 Sleep timer ................................................... 132
Muting ............................................................ 72 Protection circuit .......................................... 278 Sound mode ................................. 118, 262, 264
Pure direct .................................................... 120 Speaker connection ....................................... 36
Speaker settings .................................. 147, 182
vQ Spotify .......................................................... 108
Queue ................................................ 74, 92, 99 Stereo sound mode ...................................... 124
Quick select plus .......................................... 134

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vT vW
Tips .............................................................. 229 Web control .................................................. 140
Troubleshooting ........................................... 231 Wi-Fi settings ............................................... 205
TV ....................................................... 53, 55, 56 Wired LAN .............................................. 65, 204
Wireless LAN ......................................... 66, 205
vU
USB memory device ................................ 62, 73 vZ
ZONE2 ................................................... 50, 142
vV
Video camcorder ............................................ 60
Video Select ................................................. 114
Video settings ....................................... 146, 164
Volume ................................................... 72, 112

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