Avr-789 manual

Parameter Soften the treble range of movie soundtracks for better understanding. Adjust surround sound parameters. Surround Parameter [Selectable items] 2. Tone The parameters items which can be adjusted differ 3. Audyssey Settings 4. Adjust the tonal quality of the sound. Turn tone adjustments off. Compensate for mismatched timing between video and audio. Delay audio.

Shows information about audio input signals. Shows information about auto surround mode settings. Shows information about preset stations.

The surround mode for which the last memory function was used F Menu screen F F Menu screen F for the different input signal types is displayed. Page Searching Categories vpage Make the necessary preparations.

If the TV you are using has both connection jacks, use the optical digital connection. If the AVR does not work please check the following.

By default, nothing is set. For the greatest sense of surround sound envelopment, diffuse When using dipolar speakers in particular, be sure to use 2 speakers. Page 73 It is fully The AVR is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that The surround channel signals are converted into stereo and full band compatible with conventional products, including conventional DTS HDMI is a digital interface standard for next generation TVs based Audyssey MultEQ is a room equalization solution that calibrates any on DVI Digital Visual Interface standards and optimized for use in audio system so that it can achieve optimum performance for every Symptom Cause AVR and monitor are faulty.

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This symbol found on the apparatus This symbol found on the apparatus indi- indicates the user should read all safety cates that the apparatus must be placed in a The speakers are configured for tabletop use when you first unpack the system.

The foot installed on the rear of the speaker will keep it upright. This manual is available in the following languages: English. Below, you will find the most frequently asked questions about the Denon AVR Is your question not listed?

Ask a question. About the Denon AVR Denon AVR specifications. Related product manuals. When is my volume too loud? A volume above 80 decibels can be harmful to hearing. When the volume exceeds decibels, direct damage can even occur. Each time you press the button, the input mode display will change.

IN input. Set the decode mode for this source. Digital In iPod Dock Select digital input connector to assign to this source. Assign control dock for iPod to this source. Select component video input to assign to this source. IN connectors are not output to the monitor. Display Condition Change the password. Set the channel radio reception limits. Terrestrial Indicate terrestrial signal strength.

Input the correct password. Selecting the surround mode Music : This mode is suited for music sources. Game : This mode is suited for games. Music : This mode is suited for music sources. Pro Logic : This is the Pro Logic playback mode. Connections In the case of standard playback of multi channel sources, the AVR recognizes the format of the multi-channel audio input signal and automatically operates the appropriate decoder for surround sound.

The surround parameters can be adjusted vpage 72, 73 to achieve an even more realistic, powerful sound field. For details, see pages 74, The sound is output to the same channels as the input signal. In this case, try other modes to achieve a sound field suited to your tastes. This is the mode for playing in stereo. The tone can be adjusted. Sound is output from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.

MENU] during adjustment. Press ui to select the item you want to change, then press o p to change the setting. Parameter Adjust surround sound parameters.

Surround Parameter 2. Tone 3. Audyssey Settings 4. Night Mode 6. Audio Delay The parameters items which can be adjusted differ depending upon the following conditions. The adjustable parameters differ for the different surround modes vpage 72, Compress dynamic range difference between loud and soft sounds.

Music : This is the mode for music source. When playing DTS sources, this is only displayed for compatible software. Determine size of acoustic environment. Shift sound image center to front or rear, to adjust playback balance.

Adjust the strength of the surround effect. This function only works for software containing a special identification signal. If not, it is played in 5. Determine whether to use surround back speakers. Turn tone adjustments off. IN mode. Usually use in this mode. Audyssey Adjust low frequency range bass. Turn subwoofer output on and off. Audyssey Byp. Audyssey Dynamic Volume solves the problem of large variations in volume level between television programs, commercials, and between the soft and loud passages of movies.

Audyssey Dynamic EQ is integrated into Dynamic Volume so that as the playback volume is adjusted automatically, the perceived bass response, tonal balance, surround impression, and dialog clarity remain the same. Set Dynamic Volume effect. Dynamic Volume looks at the preferred volume setting by the user and then monitors how the volume of program material is being perceived by listeners in real time to decide whether an adjustment is needed.

Whenever necessary, Dynamic Volume makes the necessary rapid or gradual adjustments to maintain the desired playback volume level while optimizing the dynamic range. Audyssey Dynamic EQ is integrated into Dynamic Volume so that as the playback volume is adjusted automatically, the perceived bass response, tonal balance, surround impression, and dialog clarity remain the same whether watching movies, flipping between television channels, or changing from stereo to surround sound content.

Dynamic EQ selects the correct frequency response and surround levels moment-by-moment at any user-selected volume setting.

The result is bass response, tonal balance, and surround impression that remain constant despite changes in volume. Dynamic EQ combines information from incoming source levels with actual output sound levels in the room, a prerequisite for delivering a loudness correction solution. Optimized setting for late-night listening.

Compensate for mismatched timing between video and audio. This way the audio delay can be adjusted while watching the picture. Press u again to switch to the on-screen display. Delay audio. This sets the delay time for audio signals. NOTE When operating by remote control, the onscreen display is not shown. The RESTORER function generates the signals eliminated upon compression, restoring the sound to conditions near those of the original sound before compression.

It also corrects the sense of volume of the bass to obtain richer sound with compressed audio signals. Shows information about audio input signals. Information 5. Information This function automatically corrects the standard signal level for individual program sources.

The figure is the correction value when the standard level is corrected. Troubleshooting Flag : The input signal type is displayed. The items displayed differ according to the input source. Status 2. Audio Input Signal 3. HDMI Information 4.

Quick Select Playback 1. Quick Select 6. Shows information about auto surround mode settings. The surround mode for which the last memory function was used for the different input signal types is displayed.

Shows information about preset stations. F Menu screen F Connections 5. Quick Select Information F Menu screen F 5. Quick Select Playback Quick Select 1. Quick Select 1 2. Quick Select 2 3. Preset Station A1FM Preset Station 1.

The power indicator lights red and the power is set to the standby mode. The power indicator flashes green and the power turns on. The sound from the speakers and pre-out connectors is automatically cut. Be careful not to set the volume too high when using headphones. Muting can also be canceled by adjusting the master volume. The power is set to the standby mode. The power indicator turns off, and so does the power. In this case the input source is selected by remote control unit. In this case Quick Select is selected.

Remote Control Start playback. Multi-zone The remote control unit can be used to operate external devices. Press uiop to return to the original screen. Presetting Radio Stations Preset Memory Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can tune them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset. Prepare the equipment. NOTE Preset stations are erased by overwriting them.

Record the Radio ID below for reference. It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, hack, manipulate or otherwise make available any technology or software incorporated in receivers compatible with the XM satellite Radio System. Installation costs and other fees and taxes, including a one-time activation fee may apply. All fees and programming subject to change. Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with an XL.

The radio ID is shown on the display. When the channel is tuned in, the name of the song and artist are displayed. For more information, or to subscribe, U. You will need a major credit card. XM will send a signal from the satellites to activate the full channel lineup. Activation normally takes minutes, but during peak busy periods you may need to keep your XM Ready audio system on for up to an hour. When you can access the full lineup on your XM Ready audio system you are done.

Up to 56 channels can be preset. Channel category 2 [o p] to select the category, then use [ui] to select the desired channel. NOTE Preset channels are erased by overwriting them. For more information visit sirius. Visit sirius. When the channel is tuned in, the name of the track and artist are displayed.

The display will switch as shown below, depending on the reception conditions. Channel No. To preset other channels, repeat steps 1 to 5. Tune in the broadcast channel you want to preset. Press uio p to return to the original screen.

Your favorite broadcast channels can be preset so that you can tune them in easily. Be sure to comply with applicable copyright legislation. Basic Operation 1 Make the necessary preparations. The input for the control dock for iPod is assigned to VCR by default. Enter the 4-digit lock code using uio p. The operation can also be performed using the buttons on the main unit or remote control unit while watching the menus.

When you enter the correct code, the corresponding channel is locked. Try connecting again. Press To switch between modes, press and hold down the button. Playback starts. Press again to resume playback. Only for iPod equipped with slideshow or video functions. Only alphanumeric characters and certain symbols can be displayed.

Play the program source. To record FM or AM broadcasts, select the broadcast vpage Start recording. Settings other than AVR settings must be made on the respective devices.

Check the operating instructions of each device for details. Put the power on for all the equipment connected to the HDMI. Channel Level You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback sources or to suit your taste, as described below.

Playback b Please consult the operating instructions for the connected equipment to check the settings. The speaker that can be set switches each time one of the buttons is pressed.

If the AVR does not work please check the following. Check the television operating instructions for details. Fader Function This function lets you adjust fade the sound from all the front or rear speakers at once. Use o p to adjust the volume of the speakers. This stores the settings as they were directly before the standby mode was set.

When the power is turned back on, the settings are restored to as they were directly before the standby mode was set. The current settings will be memorized. Once the display starts flashing at intervals of about 1 second, release the two buttons. In this case, store them again. Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations cannot be performed. When the microprocessor is reset, all the settings are reset to their default values.

Connections 1 Getting Started Quick Select Function If in step 3 the display does not flash at intervals of about 1 second, start over from step 1. When you switch to an input source, the settings are automatically set to the ones that were set the last time that input source was used.

The surround parameters, tone settings and the volumes of the different speakers are stored for the individual surround modes. Set Remote Control 3 Operate the audio component. Depending on the model and year of manufacture of your equipment, some buttons may not operate. Set registered. The indicator starts flashing. The numbers are shown in the Preset Code Table vEnd of this manual. To store the codes of another component in the 61 memory, repeat steps 1 to 4.

Refer to the included list of preset codes to change the number and verify correct operation. Operate the component. When a new preset code is registered, the existing code is automatically erased. Check beforehand. By default, nothing is set. Input the number of the component you want to set. Playback Multi-zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function Remote Control The amp assign function lets you assign the amplifiers for the different channels built into the AVR to the speaker outputs for the different zones.

Setting 1 : F Multi-zone playback Default Setting 5. When the power turns on, the multi-zone indicator the display. The source selected for ZONE2 is also output from the recording output connectors.

In addition, the acoustic image extending between the sides and the rear is narrowed, thus greatly improving the expression of the surround signals for sounds moving from the sides to the back and from the front to the point directly behind the listening position. Remote Control Change of positioning and acoustic image with 5.

Place these speakers at either side of the prime listening position, mounted above ear level. Path of the surround sound from the speakers to the listening position We recommend using 2 speakers.

When using dipolar speakers in particular, be sure to use 2 speakers. Examples of speaker layouts Below we introduce examples of speaker layouts.