Denon AVR-486S Operating Instructions PDF

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AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-486 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MODE DEMPLOI

FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)

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2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1. PRODUCT This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

3. NOTE This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected. Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of

product or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

6. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8. Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturers instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturers instructions have been adhered to.

11. Power Sources This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12. Grounding or Polarization This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

13. Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

16. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

17. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

18. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

20. Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

21. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating

instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation,

e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this

indicates a need for service. 22. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure

the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

25. Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FIGURE A EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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2System setup / Configuration systme

*Front Large

*Center Small

*Surr. Small

*S.Back Small

*S.Back 2sp>

*Subwoofer Yes

Speaker Configuration Subwoofer Mode Crossover Frequency

*Subwoofer Yes

Delay Time

*Front L 12ft

*Front R 12ft

*Center 12ft

*Surr.L 10ft

*Surr.R 10ft

*S.Back L 10ft

*S.Back R 10ft

W 12ft

Digital In Assignment

*SW Mode Norm

*Cr.Over 80Hz

Test Tone

*TEST TONE Yes<

*COAX1 CD

*COAX2 AUX

*OPT DVD

Auto Surround Mode

*Auto Surr. ON

Ext. In Subwoofer Level

Power Amp Assignment

*Ext.In SW+15dB

*P.Amp S.Back

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Getting Started

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Contents

Getting Started

Accessories 2 Before using2 Cautions on installation 2 Cautions on handling2 Preparing the remote control unit 2 Inserting the batteries 3 Operating range of the remote control unit 3 Part names and functions

Front panel3 Remote control unit4

Speaker system layout 4 Speaker connections 5 Connecting a DVD player and monitor TV6 Connecting the power supply cord6 Turning on the power 7 Playing a DVD with surround sound 7

Cable indications8 Connecting a TV/DBS tuner 9 Connecting a video camera or video game9 Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals9 Connecting a CD player9 Connecting a VCR 10 Connecting a tape deck, CD recorder or MD recorder 10 Connecting the antenna terminals 10, 11 Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals

ZONE2 speaker out connections11

System Setup

Front display12 Setting the Speaker Configuration 12, 13 Setting the Delay Time13, 14 Setting the Subwoofer Mode and

Crossover Frequency 14 Setting the Test Tone 15 Setting the Digital In Assignment16 Setting the Auto Surround Mode 16 Setting the Ext. In Subwoofer Level16 Setting the Power Amp Assignment 16 System setup items and default values 17

Troubleshooting 37

Additional information38~43

Specifications 44

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-486 A/V Surround Receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources, such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources. As this product is provided we recommend with an immense array of features, before you begin hookup and operation that you review the contents of this manual before proceeding.

List of preset codes End of this manual

Getting Started

Easy Operation

Connecting Other Sources

Advanced Operation

Remote control unit

Operating DENON audio components 31 Preset memory32 Operating a component stored in the preset memory32~34 Punch through 34

Multi zone music entertainment system 35 Remote control unit operations during multi-source playback35, 36

Other functions

Recording the program source (recording the source currently being monitored) 36 Last function memory 36 Initialization of the microprocessor36

Playback

Playing the input source 18 Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals 18 Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING) 18 Listening over headphones 19 Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image (VIDEO SELECT) 19 Selecting the front speakers 19 Checking the currently playing program source19 Input mode 19, 20

Surround

Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs) 2-channel playback modes 20 Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Pro Logic II) mode 21, 22 DTS NEO:6 mode23, 24 Dolby Digital mode and DTS surround 24 Night mode25

Basic Operation

DENON original surround modes

Surround modes and their features26 DSP surround simulation27, 28 Tone control setting

Adjusting the sound quality 28 Tone defeat mode 28

Channel Level 29 Listening to the radio

Auto preset memory 29 Auto tuning 30 Manual tuning30 Preset stations30 Recalling preset stations 30

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Getting Started Getting Started

Accessories

Check that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit:

q Operating instructions ............................1 w Warranty .................................................1 e Service station list ..................................1 r Remote control unit (RC-1001) ...............1

r t y u

t R6P/AA batteries ....................................2 y AM loop antenna ....................................1 u FM indoor antenna .................................1

Before using

Pay attention to the following before using this unit:

Moving the unit

To prevent short-circuits or damaged wires in the connection cables, always unplug the power supply cord and disconnect the connection cables between all other audio components when moving the unit.

Before turning the power switch on

Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are not problems with the connection cables. Always set the power switch to the standby position before connecting and disconnecting connection cables.

Store these instructions in a safe place.

After reading, store this instructions along with the warranty card in a safe place.

Note that the illustrations in these

instructions may differ from the actual unit

for explanation purposes.

V. AUX terminals

The AVR-486s front panel is equipped with V. AUX terminals. Remove the cap covering the terminals when you want to use them.

Cautions on installation

Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated if this unit or any other electronic equipment using microprocessors is used near a tuner or TV. If this happens, take the following steps: Install this unit as far away as possible

from the tuner or TV. Run the antenna wires from the tuner or

TV away from this units power supply cord and input/output connection cables.

Noise or disturbance tends to occur particularly when using indoor antennas or 300 /ohm feeder wires. We recommend

using outdoor antennas and 75 /ohm

coaxial cables.

Wall

Note

Cautions on handling

Switching the input source when input terminals are not connected.

A clicking noise may be produced if the input source is switched when nothing is connected to the input terminals. If this happens, either turn down the MASTER VOLUME control knob or connect components to the input terminals.

Muting of PRE OUT terminals, PHONES jack and SPEAKER terminals.

The PRE OUT terminals, PHONES jack and SPEAKER terminals include a muting circuit. Because of this, the output signals are greatly attenuated for several seconds after the power switch is turned on or the input source, surround mode or any other set-up is changed. If the volume is turned up during this time, the output will be very high after the muting circuit stops functioning. Always wait until the muting circuit turns off before adjusting the volume.

Whenever the power switch is in the STANDBY state, the unit is still connected to AC line

voltage.

Please be sure to turn off the power switch or unplug the cord when you leave home for,

say, a vacation.

Preparing the remote control unit

The included remote control unit (RC-1001) can be used to operate not only the AVR-486 but other remote control compatible DENON components as well. In addition, the memory contains control signals for other remote control units, so it can be used to operate non-DENON remote control compatible products.

Note:

For heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar

enclosure.

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Operating range of the remote control unit

30 30

Approx. 23 feet

Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor on the main unit as shown in the diagram. The remote control unit can be used from a straight distance of approximately 23 feet from the

main unit, but this distance will be shorter if there are obstacles in the way or if the remote control unit is not pointed directly at the remote sensor.

The remote control unit can be operated at a horizontal angle of up to 30 degrees with respect to the remote sensor.

NOTE:

It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the remote sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light.

Do not press buttons on the main unit and remote control unit simultaneously. Doing so may result in malfunction.

Neon signs or other devices emitting pulse- type noise nearby may result in malfunction, so keep the set as far away from such devices as possible.

Part names and functions

Front panel

For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).

#2 #0 @8#1 @9 @5@7 @4@3 @0 !8@2 @1 !9@6

r y i !0 !2 !4 !5 !6!7q w t

e u o !1 !3

q Power ON/STANDBY switch (7)

w Power indicator(7)

e Power switch (7, 36)

r Headphones jack (PHONES) (19)

t ANALOG button(20)

y SPEAKER A/B buttons (19, 36)

u ZONE2 button (35)

i Preset station select buttons (29, 30)

o STANDARD/NIGHT button (21~25)

!0 5CH/7CH STEREO button (26)

!1 DIRECT/STEREO button(20)

!2 V. AUX INPUT terminals (9)

!3 SURROUND MODE button (18)

!4 SURROUND PARAMETER

button (21)

!5 SELECT knob(18, 21, 28)

!6 TONE DEFEAT button(28)

!7 TONE CONTROL button (28)

!8 MASTER VOLUME control knob (18)

!9 TUNING (up)/ (down) buttons (29)

@0 STATUS button (19, 25)

@1 DIMMER button (19)

@2 VIDEO SELECT button(19)

@3 OUTPUT indicator(24)

@4 Master volume indicator (18)

@5 Display

@6 INPUT mode indicator (20)

@7 SIGNAL indicator (20)

@8 BAND button (29)

@9 EXT. IN button(18)

#0 Remote control sensor (3)

#1 INPUT MODE button (19)

#2 INPUT SELECTOR knob(18)

Inserting the batteries

q Remove the remote control units rear cover.

w Set two R6P/AA batteries in the battery compartment in the indicated direction.

e Put the rear cover back on.

Notes on batteries:

Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unit is operated nearby the unit. (The included batteries are only for verifying operation.)

When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction, following the < and > marks in the battery compartment.

To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid: Do not use a new battery together with an

old one. Do not use two different types of batteries. Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or

dispose of batteries in flames. If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe

the fluid off the inside of the battery compartment and insert new batteries.

When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready and insert them as quickly as possible.

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Remote control unit

For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).

SURROUND MODE buttons(18, 27)

Indicator (32, 34)

Input source selector buttons(18, 32)

System buttons (31~34)

SYSTEM SETUP/SETUP button(12, 33)

Cursor buttons (21, 33)

STATUS/DISPLAY button (19, 25, 33)

TEST TONE button (15)

VIDEO SELECT button (19)

Remote control signal transmitter (3)

Power buttons (7, 33)

Tuner system/System buttons(29, 34)

MUTING button (18)

Master volume control buttons(18, 35)

Mode selector switches (7, 31)

CH SELECT/ENTER button (22, 29)

SURROUND PARAMETER/System button(21, 33)

SPEAKER button (7, 19)

SURROUND BACK/ RETURN button(24, 33)

Input mode selector buttons (18~20) DIMMER button

(19)

ZONE2 buttons(34, 35) MAIN buttons (4, 34)

The Dolby Surround Pro Logic II(x) Cinema or Music mode can be chosen directly by pressing the CINEMA or MUSIC button on the remote control unit during playback in the Dolby Surround Pro Logic II(x) mode.

The DTS NEO:6 Cinema or Music mode can be chosen directly by pressing the CINEMA or MUSIC button on the remote control unit during playback in the DTS NEO:6 mode.

The main zone output can be turned on and off with the MAIN button.

MEMO

Easy Operation

Speaker system layout

2 Basic system layout The following is an example of the basic layout for a system consisting of eight speaker systems and a television monitor:

Subwoofer Center speaker system

Surround speaker systems

Surround back speaker systems

Front speaker systems

Set these at the sides of the TV or screen with their front surfaces as flush with the front of the screen as possible.

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Speaker connections

Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that like polarities are matched (< with <, > with >). Mismatching of polarities will result in weak central sound, unclear orientation of the various instruments, and the stereo image being impaired.

When making connections, take care that none of the individual conductors of the speaker cable come in contact with adjacent terminals, with other speaker cable conductors, or with the rear panel.

2 Speaker impedance When speaker systems A and B are used

separately, speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 /ohms can be connected for use as front speakers.

Be careful when using two pairs of front speakers (A + B) at the same time, since speakers with an impedance of 12 to 16 /ohms in this case must be used.

Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 /ohms can be connected for use as center and surround and surround back speakers.

The protector circuit may be activated if the unit is operated for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the specified impedance are connected.

Protector circuit

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

Note on speaker impedance

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

NOTE:

NEVER touch the speaker terminals

when the power is on. Doing so could

result in electric shocks.

Connecting the speaker cables

1. Loosen by turning counterclockwise.

2. Insert the cable.

3. Tighten by turning clockwise.

Connecting banana plugs

Turn clockwise to tighten, then insert the banana plug.

Banana plug

> << >> << >

> <

> < > <

> < > <

IN

(L) (R)

(L) (R)

(L) (R) (L) (R)

2 Connections When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.

Connection terminal for a subwoofer with built-in amplifier.

Surround speaker systems

Subwoofer

Front speaker systems (B)

Precautions when connecting speakers:

If a speaker is placed near a TV or video monitor, the colors on the screen may be disturbed by the speakers magnetism. If this should happen, move the speaker away to a position where it does not cause this effect.

NOTE:

When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel.

Front speaker systems (A)

Center speaker

Surround back speaker systems

To achieve Dolby Digital playback effect, use a unit that can sufficiently reproduce frequencies of under 80 Hz.

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Connecting a DVD player and monitor TV

To connect the digital audio output from the DVD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to use the coaxial connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 16).

Connect a non-DVD video disc player (such as a laser disc, VCD/SVCD, or future high definition disc player) to the DVD/VDP terminals in the same way.

Precaution when using S-terminals

This units S-terminals (input and output) and video pin terminals (input and output) have independent circuit structures, so that video signals input from the S-terminals are only output from the S-terminal outputs and video signals input from the pin terminals are only output from the pin terminal outputs. When connecting this unit with equipment that is equipped with S-terminals, keep the above point in mind and make connections according to the equipments instruction manuals.

Audio signal flow is shown with white arrows; video signal flow is shown with gray arrows.

DVD player

S VIDEO OUT

R

L

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Y

PB

PR

OPTICAL OUT

F

H

G

D

R

L

R

L

A

S VIDEO IN

VIDEO IN

Monitor TV

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

Y

PB

PR

F

H

G

For best picture quality (especially with progressive DVD and other high definition sources), choose the component video connection to your monitor TV. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided if your TV does not have component video inputs.

The signals input to the color difference (component) video terminals are not output from the VIDEO output terminal (yellow) or the S-Video output terminal.

NOTE:

The component video input and/or output terminals may be labeled differently on some TVs, monitors or video components (Y, PB, PR; Y, CB, CR; Y, B-Y, R-Y). Check the owners manuals for the other components for further information.

Connecting the power supply cord

AC 120 V, 60 Hz

AC outlet (Wall)

NOTE:

Only use the AC OUTLETS for connecting audio equipment. Never use it for hair driers, TVs or other electrical appliances.

AC OUTLETS

SWITCHED (total capacity 120 W (1 A.)) The power to this outlet is turned on and off in conjunction with the POWER switch on the main unit, and when the power is switched between on and standby from the remote control unit. No power is supplied from this outlet when this units power is at standby. Never connect equipment whose total power consumption exceeds 120 W (1 A.).

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4 Press the ON/STANDBY switch on the main unit or ON/SOURCE button on the remote control unit. Turn on the power.

5 Press the SPEAKER A button to turn the speakers on.

3 Press the POWER switch.

OFF:

The power turns off and the indicator is off. In this position, the power cannot be turned on and off from the remote control unit.

ON:

The power turns on and the indicator lights. Set the POWER switch to this position to turn the power on and off from the included remote control unit.

1 Turn on your subwoofer.

Turn on your monitor (TV).

Turning on the power

6 Set the MODE 1 switch to AUDIO (only when operating with the remote control unit).

2

MODE 1

INPUT SELECTOR

ON/SOURCE

SURROUND MODE

SPEAKER

VOLUME

ON/STANDBY SURROUND MODE POWER SELECT

INPUT SELECTOR MASTER VOLUMESPEAKER A

Playing the input source

1 Select the input source to be played.

Example: DVD

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

4 Adjust the volume.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

The volume level is displayed on the master volume level display.

3 Start playback on the selected component.

2 Select the play (surround) mode.

Example: STANDARD

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

SELECT

To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, tone defeat or tone control, press the SURROUND MODE button and then operate the selector.

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Cable indications

Signal direction

The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cables (not supplied).

Video cableAudio cable

NOTE:

Do not plug in the power supply cord until all connections have been completed. When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right). Note that binding pin-plug cables together with power supply cords or placing them near a power transformer will result in hum

or other noise.

Analog terminal (Stereo)A

R

L

R

L

(Orange)

Pin-plug cable

Analog terminal (Monaural, for subwoofer)B

Pin-plug cable

Digital terminal (Coaxial)C

Coaxial cable (75 /ohm pin-plug cable)

Digital terminal (Optical)D

Optical cable (Optical fiber cable)

Speaker terminalE

Speaker cable

Video terminalF

Video cable (75 /ohm video pin-plug cable)

S-Video terminalG

S-Video cable

(Yellow)

Audio signal

Video signal

(White)

(Red)

Component video terminalH

Component video cable

(Y)

(PB/CB)

(PR/CR)

(Green)

(Blue)

(Red)

IN OUT OUT IN

IN OUT OUT IN

Connecting Other Sources

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Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

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Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

F

G

A

TV

S VIDEO OUT

R

L

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Y

PB

PR

OPTICAL OUT

R

L

R

L

H

D

To connect the digital audio output from the TV or DBS tuner, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to use the coaxial connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 16).

Precaution when using S-terminals

This units S-terminals (input and output) and video pin terminals (input and output) have independent circuit structures, so that video signals input from the S-terminals are only output from the S-terminal outputs and video signals input from the pin terminals are only output from the pin terminal outputs. When connecting this unit with equipment that is equipped with S-terminals, keep the above point in mind and make connections according to the equipments instruction manuals.

The signals input to the color difference (component) video terminals are not output from the VIDEO output terminal (yellow) or the S-Video output terminal.

Connecting a video camera or video game

Video camera / Video game

R

L

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

R

L

R

L

A

F

Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals

DVD Audio-Video / Super Audio CD player /

External decoder

R

FRONT L

5.1ch AUDIO OUT

CENTER

R

SURROUND L

SUB- WOOFER

L

R

L

R

B

A

B

R

L

R

L

A

These terminals are for inputting multi-channel audio signals from an external decoder, or a component with a different type of multi-channel decoder, such as a DVD Audio player, a multi- channel Super Audio CD player, or another future multi-channel sound format decoder.

The video signal connection is the same as that for a DVD player. For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals ( page 18).

With discs on which special copyright protection measures have been taken, the digital signals may not be output from the DVD player. In this case, connect the DVD players analog multi- channel output to the AVR-486s EXT. IN terminals for playback. Also refer to your DVD players operating instructions.

Connecting a CD player

R

L

AUDIO OUT

CD player

COAXIAL OUT

R

L

R

L

A

C

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

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Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

Connecting a tape deck, CD recorder or MD recorder

R

L

AUDIO OUT

R

L

AUDIO IN

Tape deck / CD recorder / MD recorder

R

L

R

L

A

R

L

R

L

A

If humming noise is generated, move the tape deck further away from the source of such noise.

Connecting a VCR

Video deck

S VIDEO OUT

S VIDEO IN

R

L

AUDIO IN

R

L

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN

R

L

R

L

F

F

G

G

A

R

L

R

L

A

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Y

PB

PR

H

If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital source, such as a DVD recorder to an analog recorder such as a cassette deck, you will need to connect the analog inputs and outputs as shown below, in addition to the digital audio connections.

Precaution when using S-terminals

This units S-terminals (input and output) and video pin terminals (input and output) have independent circuit structures, so that video signals input from the S-terminals are only output from the S-terminal outputs and video signals input from the pin terminals are only output from the pin terminal outputs. When connecting this unit with equipment that is equipped with S-terminals, keep the above point in mind and make connections according to the equipments instruction manuals.

The signals input to the color difference (component) video terminals are not output from the VIDEO output terminal (yellow) or the S-Video output terminal.

NOTE:

When recording to a VCR recorder, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source equipment be the same type that is connected to the AVR-486 VCR OUTPUT terminal.

Example: VCR IN S-Video cable : VCR OUT S-Video cable VCR IN Video cable : VCR OUT Video cable

NOTE:

Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.

Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not disconnect the AM loop antenna.

Make sure the AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of the panel.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installers attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Direction of broadcasting station

75 /ohm COAXIAL cable

FM antenna

FM indoor antenna (Supplied)

AM loop antenna

(Supplied)

AM outdoor antennaGround

An FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly to the unit.

Connecting the antenna terminals

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1

4

2 3

2 AM loop antenna assembly

Connect to the AM antenna terminals.

Remove the vinyl tie and take out the connection line.

Bend in the reverse direction.

a. Antenna placed on a stable surface.

b. Hanging the antenna on a wall.

Mount

Use the installation hole to secure the antenna to a wall, etc.

Connection of AM antennas

1. Push the lever.

2. Insert the conductor.

3. Return the lever.

For instructions on operations using the MULTI ZONE functions ( page 35, 36).

Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals

When the power amplifier is assigned to the ZONE2 output channel at Power Amp Assignment, the surround back speaker terminals can be used as the ZONE2 speaker out terminals ( page 35).

The connections diagram below is an example for when the surround back speaker is assigned to the ZONE2 stereo 2 channel. In this case, surround back speaker out can not be used for MAIN ZONE.

ZONE2 speaker out connections

> << >> << >

> <

> < > <

> < > <

IN

(L) (R)

(L) (R)

(L) (R) (L) (R)

Connection terminal for subwoofer with built-in amplifier (subwoofer), etc.

Surround speaker systems

Subwoofer

Front speaker systems (B)

Front speaker systems (A)

Center speaker

ZONE2 speaker systems

NOTE:

The settings must be changed to use this speaker for ZONE2 ( page 16).

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Use System Setup to customize a variety of settings to suit your listening environment. For the contents of a system menu and the initial setting of this unit ( page 17).

You can change the settings using the buttons on the remote control unit. The AVR-486 is equipped with an alpha numeric front panel display that can also be used to check and adjust settings. Some

representative front display examples are shown below.

CURSOR

MODE 1

SETUP ENTER

Front display

System Setup

No.

*TEST TONE Yes<

Press the CURSOR F button to execute.

Currently selected line

*COAX1 CD

Current settingCurrently selected line

1 Set the MODE 1 switch to AUDIO.

2 Press the SETUP button to enter the setting.

4 Press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to confirm the new settings.

*System Setup

3 Press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to select the setting, then press the CURSOR F or G button to select the parameter.

*Front Large

Large Small

*Center Small

Large Small None

5 Press the SETUP button to finish system set up.

[ Display ]

Setting the Speaker Configuration

1 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select your front speaker type, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the center speaker setting.

*Front Large

Large Small

2 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select your center speaker type, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the surround speaker setting.

*Center Small

Large Small None

When Small has been selected for the front speakers, Large cannot be selected for the center speaker.

3 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select your surround speaker type, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the surround back speaker setting.

*Surr. Small

Large Small None

When Small has been selected for the front speakers, Large cannot be selected for the surround speakers.

The composition of the signals output to each channel and the frequency response are adjusted automatically according to the combination of speakers actually being used.

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4 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select your surround back speaker type, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the number of surround back speaker setting.

*S.Back Small

Large Small None

5 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the number of speakers to be used for the surround back channel, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the subwoofer setting.

*S.Back 2sp>

2sp> <1sp

6 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select your subwoofer setting, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to enter the settings and switch to the Delay Time setting.

*Subwoofer Yes

Yes No

When Small has been selected for the surround speakers, Large cannot be selected for the surround back speakers.

2 Parameters

Large:

Select this when using speakers that have sufficient ability to reproduce bass sound below the frequency set for the crossover frequency mode.

Yes / No:

Select Yes when a subwoofer is installed, No when a subwoofer is not installed.

Small:

Select this when using speakers that do not have sufficient ability to reproduce bass sound below the frequency set for the crossover frequency mode. When this is set, bass sound with a frequency below the frequency set for the crossover frequency mode is sent to the subwoofer.

None:

Select this when no speakers are installed.

2sp / 1sp:

Set the number of speakers to be used for the surround back channel.

If the subwoofer has sufficient low frequency playback capacity, good sound can be achieved even when Small is set for the front, center and surround speakers.

Select Large or Small not according to the actual size of the speaker but according to the speakers capacity for playing low frequency (bass sound below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency) signals. If you are unsure, try comparing the sound at both settings (setting the volume to a level low enough so as not to damage the speakers) to determine the proper setting.

Setting the Delay Time

Input the distance between the listening position and each speaker to set the delay time for the surround playback.

Preparations:

Measure the distances between the listening position and the speakers.

Center FRFL

Subwoofer

Listening position

SL SR

SBL SBR

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

*Front L 12ft

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

3 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the distance from the center speaker to the listening position, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the surround L speakers setting.

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

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

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

7 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the distance from the surround back R speakers to the listening position, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the subwoofer setting.

8 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the distance from the subwoofer to the listening position, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to enter the setting and switch to the Subwoofer Mode setting.

The number changes in units of 1 foot each time one of the buttons is pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance.

The difference in distance for the various speaker settings

must not be greater than 20 ft.

Setting the Subwoofer Mode and

Crossover Frequency

1 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select the subwoofer mode, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to enter the setting and switch to the crossover frequency setting.

*SW Mode Norm

Norm +Main

2 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select the crossover frequency, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to enter the setting and switch to the Test Tone setting.

*Cr.Over 80Hz

60Hz 80Hz

200Hz 180Hz 150Hz

100Hz 120Hz 135Hz

Set the subwoofer mode and crossover frequency mode according to the speaker system being used.

2 Assignment of low frequency signal range The signals produced from the subwoofer channel are LFE signals (during playback of Dolby Digital or DTS signals) and the low frequency signal range of channels set to SMALL in the setup. The low frequency signal range of channels set to LARGE are produced from those channels.

2 Crossover Frequency When Subwoofer is set to Yes at the Speaker

Configuration setting, set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer (the crossover frequency).

For speakers set to Small, sound with a frequency below the crossover frequency is cut, and the cut bass sound is output from the subwoofer instead.

( When Subwoofer is set to No, the bass sound is output from the speakers set as Large.)

NOTE:

For ordinary speaker systems, we recommend setting the crossover frequency to 80 Hz. When using small speakers, however, setting the crossover frequency to a higher frequency may improve frequency response for frequencies near the crossover frequency.

2 Subwoofer Mode The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when Large is set

for the front speakers and Yes is set for the subwoofer in Setting the Speaker Configuration ( page 12, 13).

When the LFE+MAIN playback mode is selected, the low frequency signal range of channels set to Large is produced simultaneously from those channels and the subwoofer channel. In this playback mode, the low frequency range expands more uniformly through the room, but depending on the size and shape of the room, interference may result in a decrease of the actual volume of the low frequency range.

Selection of the LFE play mode will play the low frequency signal range of the channel selected with Large from that channel only. Therefore, the low frequency signal range that is played from the subwoofer channel is only the low frequency signal range of LFE (only during Dolby Digital or DTS signal playback) and the channels specified as Small in the setup menu.

Select the play mode that offers the fullest bass. When the subwoofer is set to Yes, bass sound is output from

the subwoofer regardless of the subwoofer mode setting in surround modes other than Dolby/DTS.

In surround modes other than Dolby Digital and DTS, if the subwoofer is set to Yes, the low frequency portion is always output to the subwoofer channel. For details, refer to Surround modes and parameters ( page 43).

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4 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the center channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the front R channel level (manual mode).

5 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the front R channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the surround R channel level (manual mode).

6 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the surround R channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the surround back R channel level (manual mode).

7 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the surround back R channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the surround back L channel level (manual mode).

Setting the Test Tone

1 Press the CURSOR F button to switch the test tone mode.

Press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch to the digital input (COAXIAL) setting.

2 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select the test tone mode, then press the CURSOR H button to start test tone.

T.TONE Auto >

Auto Manual

Use this setting to adjust to that the playback level between the different channel is equal.

From the listening position, listen to the test tones produced from the speakers to adjust the level.

The level can also be adjusted directly from the remote control unit.

Auto:

Adjust the level while listening to the test tones produced automatically from the different speakers.

Manual:

Select the speaker from which you want to produce the test tone to adjust the level.

3 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the front L channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the center channel level (manual mode).

AUTO-FL

FL VOL 0dB

-12dB 0dB +12dB

*TEST TONE Yes<

8 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the surround back L channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the surround L channel level (manual mode).

9 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the surround L channel level, then press the CURSOR H button to switch to the subwoofer channel level (manual mode).

10 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the subwoofer channel level, then press the ENTER button to finish the test tone.

11 Press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch the Digital In Assignment (COAXIAL) setting.

When adjusting the level of an active subwoofer system, you may also need to adjust the subwoofers own volume control.

When you adjust the channel levels while in the system setup channel level mode, the channel level adjustments made will affect all surround modes. Consider this mode a master channel level adjustment mode.

After you have completed the system setup channel level adjustments, you can then activate the individual surround modes and adjust channel levels that will be remembered for each of those modes. Then, whenever you activate a particular surround sound mode, your preferred channel level adjustments for just that mode will be recalled. Check the instructions for adjusting channel levels within each surround mode ( page 29).

2 Adjusting the test tone Before playing with the surround function, be sure to use the

test tones to adjust the playback level from the different speakers. This adjustment can be performed with the system setup or from the remote control unit, as described below.

Adjusting with the remote control unit using the test tones is only possible in the Auto mode and only effective in the STANDARD (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND) modes. The adjusted levels for the different modes are automatically stored in the memory.

2 Press the TEST TONE button. Test tones are output from the different speakers.

3 Press the CURSOR F or G button to adjust so that the volume of the test tones is the same for all the speakers.

4 After completing the adjustment, press the TEST TONE button again.

1 Press the STANDARD button to select the STANDARD (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND) modes.

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This setting assigns the digital input terminals of the AVR-486 for the different input sources.

Setting the Digital In Assignment

1 Press the CURSOR F or G button to assign the input function connected to the COAXIAL 1 input terminal, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch the COAXIAL 2 input setting.

*COAX1 CD

CD AUX DVD TV VCR CDR OFF

2 Press the CURSOR F or G button to assign the input function connected to the COAXIAL 2 input terminal, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch the OPTICAL input setting.

*COAX2 AUX

CD AUX DVD TV VCR CDR OFF

3 Press the CURSOR F or G button to assign the input function connected to the OPTICAL input terminal, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch the Auto Surround Mode setting.

*OPT DVD

CD AUX DVD TV VCR CDR OFF

Select OFF if nothing is connected. TUNER and V. AUX cannot be selected.

The surround mode used last for the three types of input signals shown below is stored in the memory, and the signal is automatically played with that surround mode the next time it is input. Note that the surround mode setting is also stored separately for the different input sources. q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals (STEREO) w 2-channel signals in the Dolby Digital, DTS or another multi-

channel format (DOLBY PLIIx Cinema) e Multi-channel signals in the Dolby Digital, DTS or another multi-

channel format (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND) Default settings are indicated in ( ).

Setting the Auto Surround Mode

Press the CURSOR F or G button to select the Auto Surround mode, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch the Ext. In Subwoofer Level setting.

*Auto Surr. ON

ON OFF

Set the method of playback of the analog input signal connected to the EXT. IN terminal.

Setting the Ext. In Subwoofer Level

Press the CURSOR F or G button to select the ext. in subwoofer channel level playback, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button to switch the Power Amp Assignment setting.

*Ext.In SW+15dB

+0dB +5dB +10dB +15dB

Make this setting to switch the power amplifier for the surround back channel to ZONE2.

Setting the Power Amp Assignment

Press the CURSOR F or G button to select S. Back or ZONE2, then press the ENTER or CURSOR H button if you want to start the settings over from the beginning.

*P.Amp S.Back

S.Back ZONE2

MAIN ZONE Surround back 7.1ch system ZONE2 5.1ch system

Power Amp Assign. ZONE2

2ch system

SPEAKER OUT

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PageDefault settingsSystem Setup

System setup items and default values (set upon shipment from the factory)

1 Speaker Configuration

Input the combination of speakers in your system and their corresponding sizes (SMALL for regular speakers, LARGE for full-size, full-range) to automatically set the composition of the signals output from the speakers and the frequency response.

Front Sp.

Large

Center Sp. Surround Sp. Subwoofer

Small SmallYes

Surround Back Sp.

Small / 2sp

Subwoofer Mode

This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass signals.3 Subwoofer mode = Normal

12, 13

2 Delay Time This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer according to the listening position.

14

Front L & R Center Surround

L & RSubwoofer

12 ft 12 ft 10 ft12 ft

Surround Back L & R

10 ft 13, 14

16Digital In Assignment

This assigns the digital input terminals for the different input sources.

Input source

Digital Inputs

CD AUX DVD / VDP

COAXIAL1 COAXIAL2 OPTICAL 6

Crossover Frequency

Sets the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer.4 80 Hz 14

5 Test Tone This adjusts the volume of the signals output from the speakers and subwoofer for the different channels in order to obtain optimum effects.

Front L & R Center Surround

L & RSubwoofer

0 dB 0 dB 0 dB0 dB

Surround Back L & R

0 dB 15

Power Amp Assignment

Sets this to switch the surround back channels power amplifier for ZONE2 use. Surround Back 169

7 Auto Surround Mode

Auto surround mode function setting. Auto Surround Mode = ON 16

Ext. In SW Level

Sets the Ext. In Subwoofer channel playback level. Ext. In SW Level = +15 dB 168

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Playing the input source

1 Select the input source to be played.

Example: CD

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

2 Select the play (surround) mode.

Example: STEREO

4 Adjust the volume.

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

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

The volume level is displayed on the master volume level display.

Basic Operation

Playback

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

SELECT

To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, tone defeat or tone control, press the SURROUND MODE button and then operate the selector.

Playback using the external input (EXT. IN)

terminals

Press the EXT. IN button to select the external input.

NOTE:

When the input mode is set to the external input (EXT. IN), the play mode (DIRECT, VIRTUAL SURROUND, STEREO, STANDARD (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND), 5CH/7CH STEREO or DSP SIMULATION) cannot be selected.

In play modes other than the external input mode, the signals connected to the EXT. IN terminals cannot be reproduced. In addition, signals cannot be output from channels not connected to the input terminals.

Cancelling the external input mode: Press the INPUT MODE or ANALOG button to switch to the desired input mode ( page 19, 20).

The external input mode can be set for any input source. To watch video while listening to sound, select the input source to which the video signal is connected, then set this mode.

If the subwoofer output level is too high, set the SW ATT. surround parameter to ON.

The signals being input to the external decoder input terminals are played without passing through the surround circuitry.

SELECTSURROUND MODE EXT. IN

INPUT SELECTOR

MASTER VOLUMEANALOGINPUT MODE

VOLUME

EXT. IN

MUTING

SURROUND MODE

ANALOG

INPUT SELECTOR

INPUT MODE

3 Start playback on the selected component.

For operating instructions, refer to the components manual. Press the MUTING button.

Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)

Use this to turn off the audio output temporarily.

Canceling the MUTING mode: q Press the MUTING button again. w Press the VOLUME button on the remote control unit, or

adjust the volume up or down via the front panel MASTER VOLUME knob.

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Press the VIDEO SELECT button repeatedly until the desired source appears on the display.

Combining the currently playing sound with

the desired image (VIDEO SELECT)

Use this switch to monitor a video source other than the audio source.

IN=V SOURCE

Canceling simulcast playback: q Select SOURCE by pressing the VIDEO SELECT button. w Switch the program source to the component connected to

the video input terminals.

Press the SPEAKER A or B button to turn the corresponding speaker pair on.

The front speaker A, B setting can be also be changed with the SPEAKER button on the remote control unit.

Selecting the front speakers

Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack. The speaker output is automatically turned off when headphones

are connected.

NOTE:

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

Listening over headphones

Checking the currently playing program

source

2 Front panel display

Press the STATUS button.

Descriptions of the units operations are also displayed on the front panel display. In addition, the display can be switched to check the units operating status while playing a source.

2 Using the dimmer function

Press the DIMMER button.

The display brightness changes in four steps (bright, medium, dim and off).

AUTO (auto mode): In this mode, the types of signals being input to the digital and analog input terminals for the selected input source are detected and the program in the AVR-486s surround decoder is selected automatically upon playback. This mode can be selected for all input sources other than TUNER. The presence or absence of digital signals is detected, the signals input to the digital input terminals are identified and decoding and playback are performed automatically with the DTS, Dolby Digital or PCM (2 channel stereo) format. If no digital signal is being input, the analog input terminals are selected. Use this mode to play Dolby Digital signals.

DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback mode): Decoding and playback are only performed when DTS signals are being input.

PCM (exclusive PCM signal playback mode): Decoding and playback are only performed when PCM signals are being input. Note that noise may be generated when using this mode to play signals other than PCM signals.

AUTO PCM DTS

Press the INPUT MODE button.

The mode switches as shown below each time the INPUT MODE button is pressed:

Input mode

The AVR-486 has an AUTO signal detection mode that automatically identifies the type of incoming audio signals, but is also equipped with a manual mode that can be switched according to the type of input audio signals.

2 Selecting the AUTO, PCM and DTS modes

PHONES VIDEO SELECT DIRECT/STEREO

MASTER VOLUME

STATUSDIMMER

SPEAKER

ANALOGINPUT MODE

SPEAKER DIMMER

ANALOGINPUT MODE VIDEO SELECT

STATUS

DIRECT STEREO

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2 Input mode display

In the AUTO mode

In the DIGITAL PCM mode

In the DIGITAL DTS mode

In the ANALOG mode

Depending on the input signal.

2 Input signal display

DOLBY DIGITAL

DTS

PCM

The DIGITAL indicator lights when digital signals are being input properly. If the DIGITAL indicator does not light, check whether the Digital In Assignment setup ( page 16) and connections are correct and whether the components power is turned on.

NOTE:

The DIGITAL indicator will light when playing CD-ROMs containing data other than audio signals, but no sound will be heard.

Press the ANALOG button to switch to the analog input.

2 Selecting the analog mode

ANALOG (exclusive analog audio signal playback mode): The signals input to the analog input terminals are decoded and played.

NOTE:

Input mode when playing DTS sources: Noise will be output if DTS-compatible CDs or LDs are played in the ANALOG or PCM mode. When playing DTS-compatible sources, be sure to connect the source component to the digital input terminals (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) and set the input mode to DTS.

Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs)

2-channel playback modes

The AVR-486 is equipped with 2-channel playback modes exclusively for music.

Select the mode to suit your tastes.

Press the DIRECT/STEREO button on the main unit or the DIRECT button on the remote control unit to select the DIRECT mode.

2 DIRECT mode Use this mode to achieve good quality 2-channel sound while watching images. In this mode, the audio signals bypass such circuits as the tone circuit and are transmitted directly, resulting in good quality sound.

Press the DIRECT/STEREO button on the main unit or the STEREO button on the remote control unit to select the STEREO mode.

2 STEREO mode Use this mode to adjust the tone and achieve the desired sound while watching images.

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Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Pro Logic II) mode

To play in the PLIIx mode, set S. BackSp at the Speaker Configuration setting to 1sp or 2sp.

To play in the PLIIx mode, set Surround Back at the Power Amp Assign. setting.

1 Press the STANDARD button to select the Dolby Pro Logic IIx mode. The Dolby Pro Logic II indicator lights.

Lights

2 Play a program source.

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

SELECTSURROUND PARAMETER

STANDARD

ENTER

STANDARD

SURROUND PARAMETER

CURSOR F CURSOR G

The mode switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

DTS NEO:6DOLBY PLIIx

5 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to select the various parameters.

The mode switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

When the Cinema mode:

MODE CINEMA CINEMA EQ

DEFAULT SURROUND BACK

TONE DEFEAT

3 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to select the surround parameter mode.

MODE MUSIC TONE DEFEAT

DIMENSION PANORAMA

SURROUND BACK

DEFAULT CENTER WIDTH

When the Music mode:

MODE GAME TONE DEFEAT

DEFAULT SURROUND BACK

When the Game mode:

4 Turn the SELECT knob, and press the CURSOR F or G button to select the optimum mode for the source.

When the SURROUND BACK parameter is set to ON. (Set S. Back at system setup to Small or Large.)

(Pro Logic IIx Cinema mode)

(Pro Logic IIx Music mode)

(Pro Logic IIx Game mode)

When the SURROUND BACK parameter is set to OFF. (Set S. Back at system setup to None.)

(Pro Logic II Cinema mode)

(Pro Logic II Music mode)

(Pro Logic II Game mode)

(Dolby Pro Logic mode)

MODE DOLBY PL

DEFAULT SURROUND BACK

CINEMA EQ TONE DEFEAT

If you do want the bass and treble to be adjusted, turn off the tone defeat mode.

When the Dolby Pro Logic mode:

6 Turn the SELECT knob, and press the CURSOR F or G button to set the various surround parameters.

When the surround parameters are set using the buttons on the main unit, stop operating the buttons after completing the settings. The settings are automatically finalized and the normal display reappears after several seconds.

Cinema EQ setting:

CINEMA EQ OFF

ON OFF

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

DIMENSION setting

DIMENSION 3

0 3 6

CENTER WIDTH setting

CENTER WIDTH 3

0 4 7

D. COMP. setting

D.COMP. OFF

OFF LOW MID HIGH

DEFAULT Y/N

YES Y/N NO

This parameter is displayed during DOLBY DIGITAL playback.

DEFAULT setting

Select YES to reset to the factory defaults.

7 Press the ENTER button to finish the surround parameter mode.

2 Surround parameters q

Pro Logic IIx and Pro Logic II Mode:

The Cinema mode is for use with stereo television shows and all programs encoded in Dolby Surround. The Music mode is recommended for stereo music and surround-encoded stereo music sources. The Pro Logic mode offers the same robust surround processing as original Pro Logic in case the source content is not of optimum quality. The Game mode is for playing games. The game mode can only be used with 2-channel audio sources. Select one of the modes (Cinema, Music, Pro Logic or Game). Panorama Control:

This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting wraparound effect with side wall imaging. Select OFF or ON.

Dimension Control:

This control gradually adjusts the soundfield either towards the front or towards the rear. The control can be set in 7 steps from 0 to 6.

Center Width Control:

This control adjusts the center image so it may be heard only from the center speaker; only from the left/right speakers as a phantom image; or from all three front speakers to varying degrees. The control can be set in 8 steps from 0 to 7.

SURROUND BACK SPEAKER setting

SB : ON

ON OFF

TONE DEFEAT setting

TONE DEF. ON

ON OFF

PANORAMA setting

PANORAMA OFF

ON OFF

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STANDARD INPUT SELECTOR SURROUND PARAMETER

INPUT MODE SELECT

ENTER

STANDARD

INPUT MODE

SURROUND BACK

SURROUND PARAMETER

INPUT SELECTOR

CURSOR F CURSOR G

DTS NEO:6 mode

1 Press the STANDARD button to select the DTS NEO:6 mode.

The mode switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

DTS NEO:6DOLBY PLIIx

Play a program source.2

5 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to select the various parameters.

The mode switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

When the Cinema mode:

If you do want the bass and treble to be adjusted, turn off the tone defeat mode.

MODE CINEMA CINEMA EQ

DEFAULT SURROUND BACK

TONE DEFEAT

MODE MUSIC CENTER IMAGE

SURROUND BACK

TONE DEFEAT

DEFAULT

When the Music mode:

6 Turn the SELECT knob, and press the CURSOR F or G button to set the various surround parameters.

When the surround parameters are set using the buttons on the main unit, stop operating the buttons after completing the settings. The settings are automatically finalized and the normal display reappears after several seconds.

TONE DEFEAT setting

TONE DEF. ON

ON OFF

SURROUND BACK SPEAKER setting

SB : ON

ON OFF

D. COMP. setting

D.COMP. OFF

OFF LOW MID HIGH

DEFAULT Y/N

YES Y/N NO

This parameter is displayed during DOLBY DIGITAL playback.

DEFAULT setting

Select YES to reset to the factory defaults.

7 Press the ENTER button to finish the surround parameter mode.

CENTER IMAGE setting

C.IMAGE 0.3

0.0 0.3 1.0

4 Turn the SELECT knob, and press the CURSOR F or G button to select the optimum mode for the source.

MODE cinema

MODE music

3 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to select the surround parameter mode.

MODE cinema

CINEMA EQ setting:

CINEMA EQ OFF

ON OFF

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Play a program source with the or symbol. The Dolby Digital indicator lights

when playing Dolby Digital sources.

The DTS indicator lights when playing DTS sources.

Operate the SURROUND BACK button to switch Surround Back CH ON/OFF. The SURROUND BACK indicator

lights when the SURROUND BACK button is on.

Lights

Lights

4

Lights

2 Surround parameters w

DTS NEO:6 Mode:

Cinema:

This mode is optimum for playing movies. Decoding is performed with emphasis on separation performance to achieve the same atmosphere with 2-channel sources as with 6.1-channel sources. This mode is effective for playing sources recorded in conventional surround formats as well, because the in-phase component is assigned mainly to the center channel (C) and the reversed phase component to the surround (SL, SR and SB channels).

Music:

This mode is suited mainly for playing music. The front channel (FL and FR) signals bypass the decoder and are played directly so there is no loss of sound quality, and the effect of the surround signals output from the center (C) and surround (SL, SR and SB) channels add a natural sense of expansion to the sound field.

CENTER IMAGE (0.0 to 1.0: default 0.3): The center image parameter for adjusting the expansion of the center channel in the DTS NEO:6 MUSIC mode has been added.

TONE DEFEAT setting

5 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to select the various parameters.

The parameter switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

CINEMA EQ D.COMP.

SURROUND BACK

LFE TONE DEFEAT

DEFAULT

If you do want the bass and treble to be adjusted, turn off the tone defeat mode.

TONE DEF. ON

ON OFF

SURROUND BACK SPEAKER setting

SB : MTRX ON

MTRX ON NON MTRX OFF

This parameter is displayed during DOLBY DIGITAL playback.

DEFAULT setting

Dolby Digital mode and DTS surround

(only with digital input)

1 Select an input source set to digital (COAXIAL/ OPTICAL) ( page 16).

Example: DVD

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

6 Turn the SELECT knob, and press the CURSOR F or G button to set the various surround parameters.

The mode switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

CINEMA EQ setting:

CINEMA EQ OFF

ON OFF

7 Press the ENTER button to finish the surround parameter mode.

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

DEFAULT Y/N

YES Y/N NO

Select YES to reset to the factory defaults.

LFE 0dB

-10dB -5dB 0dB

D. COMP. setting

D.COMP. OFF

OFF LOW MID HIGH

This parameter is displayed during DOLBY DIGITAL playback.

LFE setting

3 Press the STANDARD button to select the STANDARD (Dolby/DTS Surround) mode.

2 Press the INPUT MODE button to set the input mode to AUTO or DTS. When making parameter settings, the display will return to the

regular condition several seconds after the last button was pressed and the setting will be completed.

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CINEMA EQ. (Cinema Equalizer): The Cinema EQ function gently decreases the level of the extreme high frequencies, compensating for overly-bright sounding motion picture soundtracks. Select this function if the sound from the front speakers is too bright. This function only works in the Dolby Pro Logic IIx, Dolby Digital, DTS Surround and DTS NEO:6 modes. (The same contents are set for all operating modes.)

D.COMP. (Dynamic Range Compression): Motion picture soundtracks have tremendous dynamic range (the contrast between very soft and very loud sounds). For listening late at night, or whenever the maximum sound level is lower than usual, the Dynamic Range Compression allows you to hear all of the sounds in the soundtrack (but with reduced dynamic range). (This only works when playing program sources recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS). Select one of the four parameters (OFF, LOW, MID (middle) or HIGH). Set to OFF for normal listening.

SB CH OUT (Surround Back):

(1) Multi-channel source OFF:

Playback is conducted without using the surround back speaker.

NON MTRX:

The same signals as those of the surround channels are output from the surround back channels.

MTRX ON:

The surround back channel is reproduced using digital matrix processing.

ES MTRX:

When playing DTS signals, the surround back signals undergo digital matrix processing for playback.

ES DSCRT:

When a signal identifying the source as a discrete 6.1-channel source is included in the DTS signals, the surround back signals included in the source are played.

PLIIx Cinema:

Processing is performed with the Cinema mode of the PLIIx decoder and the surround back channel is reproduced.

PLIIx Music:

Processing is performed with the Music mode of the PLIIx decoder and the surround back channel is reproduced.

(2) 2ch source OFF:

Playback is conducted without using the surround back speaker. ON:

Playback is conducted using the surround back speaker.

TONE:

This enables tone control. This can be set individually for the separate surround modes other than DIRECT mode.

LFE (Low Frequency Effect): This sets the level of the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) sounds included in the source when playing program sources recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS. If the sound produced from the subwoofer sounds distorted due to the LFE signals when playing Dolby Digital or DTS sources when the peak limiter is turned off with the subwoofer peak limit level setting, adjust the level as necessary. Program source and adjustment range:

1. Dolby Digital: 10 dB to 0 dB 2. DTS Surround: 10 dB to 0 dB When DTS encoded movie software is played, it is

recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to 0 dB for

correct DTS playback.

When DTS encoded music software is played, it is

recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to 10 dB for

correct DTS playback.

Night mode

When listening at night or at lower volumes, the night mode improves listenability.

Press and hold the NIGHT button for several seconds to enter the night mode.

Canceling night mode: Press and hold the NIGHT button again.

The night mode only works when playing program sources recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS.

2 Dialogue normalization The dialog normalization function is activated automatically when playing Dolby Digital program sources. Dialog normalization is a basic function of Dolby Digital which automatically normalizes the dialog level (standard level) of the signals which are recorded at different levels for different program sources, such as DVD, DTV and other future formats that will use Dolby Digital. These contents can be verified with the STATUS button.

OFFSET - 4dB

The number indicates the normalization level when the currently playing program is normalized to the standard level.

STANDARD/NIGHT

STATUS

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VIRTUAL

5CH/7CH STEREO

DENON original surround modes

This unit is equipped with a high performance DSP (Digital Signal Processor) which uses digital signal processing to synthetically recreate the sound field. One of 7 preset surround modes can be selected according to the program source and the parameters can be adjusted according to the conditions in the listening room to achieve a more realistic, powerful sound.

Surround modes and their features

2 Personal memory plus This set is equipped with a personal memorize function that automatically memorizes the surround modes and input modes selected for the different sources. When the input source is switched, the modes set for that source last time it was used are automatically recalled.

The surround parameters, tone control settings and playback level balance for the different output channels are memorized for each surround mode.

MONO MOVIE

(NOTE)

ROCK ARENA

JAZZ CLUB

VIDEO GAME

MATRIX

Depending on the program source being played, the effect may not be very noticeable. In this case, try other surround modes, without worrying about their names, to create a sound field suited to your tastes.

NOTE: When playing sources recorded in monaural, the sound will be one-sided if signals are only input to one channel (left or right), so input signals to both channels. If you have a source component with only one audio output (monophonic camcorder, etc.) obtain a Y adapter cable to split the mono output to two outputs, and connect to the L and R inputs.

The front left channel signals are output to the surround and surround back left channels, the front right channel signals are output to the surround and surround back right channels, and the in-phase component of the left and right channels is output to the center channel. Use this mode to enjoy stereo sound.

Select this when watching monaural movies for a greater sense of expansion.

Use this mode to achieve the feeling of a live concert in an arena with reflected sounds coming from all directions.

This mode creates the sound field of a live house with a low ceiling and hard walls. This mode gives jazz a very vivid realism.

Use this to enjoy video game sources.

Select this to emphasize the sense of expansion for music sources recorded in stereo. Signals consisting of the component difference of the input signals (the component that provides the sense of expansion) processed for delay are output from the surround channel.

Select this mode to enjoy a virtual sound field, produced from the front 2-channel speakers or headphones.7

6

5

4

3

2

1

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LFE 0dB

-10dB -5dB 0dB

This parameter is displayed during DOLBY DIGITAL and DTS playback.

TONE DEFEAT setting

TONE DEF. ON

ON OFF

When the MONO MOVIE, ROCK ARENA, JAZZ CLUB

and VIDEO GAME mode:

ROOM SIZE EFFECT LEVEL

DEFAULT SURROUND BACK

TONE DEFEAT

TONE DEFEAT DEFAULT

When the VIRTUAL mode:

If you do want the bass and treble to be adjusted, turn off the tone defeat mode.

DELAY

DEFAULT SURROUND BACK

TONE DEFEAT

When the MATRIX mode:

4 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the various parameters.

ROOM SIZE setting:

ROOM SIZE MED

SMALL MED-S MED MED-L LARGE

EFFECT LEVEL setting

EFFECT LEVEL 10

1 10 15

DELAY TIME setting

DELAY 30ms

30ms0ms 110ms

D. COMP. setting

D.COMP. OFF

OFF LOW MID HIGH

This parameter is displayed during DOLBY DIGITAL playback.

LFE setting

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

5 Press the ENTER button to finish the surround parameter mode.

SURROUND BACK SPEAKER setting

SB : ON

ON OFF

This parameter is displayed during DOLBY DIGITAL playback.

DEFAULT setting

DEFAULT Y/N

YES Y/N NO

Select YES to reset to the factory defaults.

SURROUND MODE

ENTER

CURSOR F CURSOR G

SURROUND PARAMETER

DSP surround simulation

2 To operate the surround mode and the surround

parameters from the remote control unit

1 Select the surround mode for the input channel.

(Remote control unit)

The surround mode switches in the following order each time the DSP SIMULATION button is pressed:

MONO MOVIE ROCK ARENA

JAZZ CLUBMATRIX VIDEO GAME

2 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to enter the surround parameter setting mode.

The surround parameter switches in the following order each time the SURROUND PARAMETER button is pressed for the different surround modes.

3 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to select the various parameters.

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2 Operating the surround mode and the surround

parameters from the main units panel

1 Turn the SELECT knob to select the surround mode.

When turned clockwise:

DIRECT STEREO

MONO MOVIE DTS NEO:65CH/7CH STEREO

MATRIXVIRTUAL SURROUND

DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx

ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB VIDEO GAME

2 Press and hold in the SURROUND PARAMETER button to select the parameter you want to set.

The parameters which can be set differ for the different surround modes are displayed. (Refer to Surround modes and parameters ( page 43).)

When turned counterclockwise:

DIRECT STEREO

MONO MOVIE DTS NEO:65CH/7CH STEREO

MATRIXVIRTUAL SURROUND

DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx

ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB VIDEO GAME

To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, tone defeat or tone control, press the SURROUND MODE button, then operate the selector.

2 Surround parameters r

ROOM SIZE:

This sets the size of the sound field. There are five settings: small, med.s (medium-small), medium, med.l (medium-large) and large. small recreates a small sound field, large a large sound field.

EFFECT LEVEL:

This sets the strength of the surround effect. The level can be set in 15 steps from 1 to 15. Lower the level if the sound seems distorted.

DELAY TIME:

The delay time can be set within the range of 0 to 110 ms only in the matrix mode.

TONE CONTROL:

This can be set individually for each surround mode except DIRECT.

3 Display the parameter you want to adjust, then turn the SELECT knob to set it.

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

SURROUND PARAMETER TONE DEFEAT

TONE CONTROL SURROUND MODE SELECT

Tone control setting

2 Adjusting the sound quality (tone) The tone control function will not work in the DIRECT mode.

1 Press the TONE CONTROL button.

The tone switches as follows each time the TONE CONTROL button is pressed.

TREBLEBASS

2 Turn the SELECT knob to adjust the level of the bass or treble.

To increase the bass or treble: Turn the control clockwise. (The bass or treble sound can be increased up to +12 dB in steps of 2 dB.) To decrease the bass or treble: Turn the control counterclockwise. (The bass or treble sound can be decreased down to 12 dB in steps of 2 dB.)

2 Tone defeat mode If you do not want the bass and treble to be adjusted, turn on the tone defeat mode.

Press the TONE DEFEAT button.

The signals do not pass through the bass and treble adjustment circuits, thus resulting in higher quality sound.

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Channel Level

You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback sources or to suit your taste, as described below.

1 Press the CH SELECT button to select the speaker whose level you want to adjust.

The channel switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

FL C FR SR

SW SL SBL SBR

2 Press the CURSOR F or G button to adjust the level of the selected speaker.

The default setting of the channel level is 0 dB. The level of the selected speaker can be adjusted within the range of +12 to 12 dB by pressing the CURSOR buttons. The SW channel level can be turned off by decreasing it one step from 12 dB.

OFF 12 dB +12 dB

When the surround back speaker setting is set to 1sp for Speaker Configuration, this is set to SB. SB appears only when the Power Amp Assign. setting is the surround back mode.

Auto tuner presets

Listening to the radio

Auto preset memory

Hold the PRESET button and press the POWER switch on the main unit. The unit automatically begins searching for FM broadcast

stations.

When the first FM broadcast station is found, that station is stored in the preset memory at channel A1. Subsequent stations are automatically stored in order at preset channels A1 to A8, B1 to B8, C1 to C8, D1 to D8, E1 to E8, F1 to F8 and G1 to G8 for a maximum of 56 stations. Channel A1 is tuned in after the auto preset memory operation is completed.

This unit is equipped with a function for automatically searching for FM broadcast stations and storing them in the preset memory.

If an FM station cannot be preset automatically due to poor reception, use the Manual tuning operation to tune in the station, then preset it using the manual Preset memory operation.

To interrupt this function, press the ON/STANDBY switch.

2 DEFAULT SETTINGS

A1 ~ A8 87.5 / 89.1 / 98.1 / 107.9 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 MHz

B1 ~ B8 520 / 600 / 1000 / 1400 / 1500 / 1710 kHz, 90.1 / 90.1 MHz

C1 ~ C8 90.1 MHz D1 ~ D8 90.1 MHz E1 ~ E8 90.1 MHz F1 ~ F8 90.1 MHz G1 ~ G8 90.1 MHz

ON/STANDBY TUNINGBAND POWER SHIFT

INPUT SELECTOR PRESET

TUNING

BAND SHIFT

TUNER

MODE MEMORY

PRESET

CH SELECT

CURSOR F CURSOR G

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1 Set the input source to TUNER.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

2 Watching the display, press the BAND button to select the desired band (AM or FM).

Auto tuning

When in the auto tuning mode on the FM band, the STEREO indicator lights on the display when a stereo broadcast is tuned in. At open frequencies, the noise is muted and the TUNED and STEREO indicators turn off.

4 Press the TUNING (+) or () button.

Automatic searching begins, then stops when a station is tuned in.

3 Press the MODE button to set the auto tuning mode.

A1 FM 87.50MHz

Lights

Manual tuning

1 Set the input source to TUNER.

3 Press the MODE button to set the manual tuning mode.

Check that the displays AUTO indicator turns off.

2 Watching the display, press the BAND button to select the desired band (AM or FM).

4 Press the TUNING (+) or () button to tune in the desired station.

The frequency changes continuously when the button is held in.

When the manual tuning mode is set, FM stereo broadcasts are received in monaural and the STEREO indicator turns off.

Recalling preset stations

1 Watching the display, press the SHIFT button to select the preset memory block.

2 Watching the display, press the PRESET (+) or () button to select the desired preset channel.

Preset stations

1 Use the Auto tuning or Manual tuning operation to tune in the station to be preset in the memory.

3 Press the SHIFT button and select the desired memory block (A to G).

2 Press the MEMORY button.

4 Press the PRESET (+) or () button to select the desired preset channel (1 to 8).

To preset other channels, repeat steps 1 to 4. A total of 56 broadcast stations can be preset 8 stations (channels 1 to 8) in each of blocks A to G.

5 Press the MEMORY button again. Store the station in the preset memory.

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Remote control unit

Operating DENON audio components

Advanced Operation

1 Set the MODE 1 switch to AUDIO.

2 Set the MODE 2 switch to the position for the component to be operated (CD, CDR/MD or TAPE).

3 Operate the audio component.

For details, refer to the components operating instructions. While this remote control is compatible with a wide range of infrared controlled components, it may be the case that some component models cannot be operated with this remote control.

MODE 2

ON/SOURCE

MODE 1

NUMBER

OFF 1. CD player (CD), CD recorder and MD recorder (CDR/MD)

system buttons

6, 7 : Manual search (forward and reverse) 2 : Stop 1 : Play

8, 9 : Auto search (cue) 3 : Pause

DISC SKIP + : Switch discs (for CD changers only)

2. Tape deck (TAPE) system buttons

6 : Rewind 7 : Fast-forward 2 : Stop 1 : Forward play 0 : Reverse play

A/B : Switch between decks A and B

3. Tuner system buttons

SHIFT : Switch preset channel range CHANNEL +, : Preset channel up/down TUNING +, : Frequency up/down

BAND : Switch between the AM and FM bands MODE : Switch between auto and mono

MEMORY : Preset memory

TUNER can be operated when the switch is at AUDIO position.

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Preset memory

1 Set the MODE 1 switch to AUDIO or VIDEO.

2 Set the MODE 2 switch to the component to be registered.

3 Press the ON/SOURCE and OFF button at the same time. The indicator starts flashing.

DENON and other makes of components can be operated by setting the preset memory.

This remote control unit can be used to operate components of other manufacturers without using the learning function by registering the manufacturer of the component as shown in the list of preset codes ( End of this manual).

Operation is not possible for some models.

Set to the AUDIO side for the CD, TAPE or CDR/MD position, and to the VIDEO side for the DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.

The signals for the pressed buttons are emitted while setting the preset memory. To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote control units transmitting window while setting the preset memory.

Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function cannot be used for some models, even if they are of makes listed in the list of preset codes.

Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote control code. Refer to the included list of preset codes to change the number and verify correct operation.

The preset memory can be set for one component only among the following: CDR/MD, DVD/VDP and DBS/CABLE.

2 The preset codes are as follows upon shipment from the factory and after resetting: TV, VCR .........................................HITACHI CD, TAPE.......................................DENON CDR/MD........................................DENON (CDR) DVD/VDP.......................................DENON (DVD) DBS/CABLE...................................ABC (CABLE)

4 Referring to the included list of preset codes, press the NUMBER buttons to input the preset code (a 3-digit number) for the manufacturer of the component whose signals you want to store in the memory.

5 To store the codes of another component in the memory, repeat steps 1 to 4.

Operating a component stored in the preset

memory

1 Set the MODE 1 switch to AUDIO or VIDEO.

2 Set the MODE 2 switch to the component you want to operate.

Set to the AUDIO side for the CD, TAPE or CDR/MD position, and to the VIDEO side for the DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.

3 Operate the component.

For details, refer to the components operating instructions. Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit.

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1. Digital video disc player (DVD) system buttons

ON/SOURCE : Power on/standby OFF : DENON DVD power off

6, 7 : Manual search (forward and reverse) 2 : Stop 1 : Play

8, 9 : Auto search (to beginning of track) 3 : Pause

0 ~ 9, +10 : Number DISC SKIP + : Disc skip (for DVD changer only)

DISPLAY : Switch display MENU : Menu

RETURN : Return SETUP : Setup

, , 0, 1 : Cursor up, down, left and right ENTER : Enter setting

Some manufacturers use different names for the DVD remote control buttons, so also refer to the instructions on remote control for that component.

2. Video disc player (VDP) system buttons

ON/SOURCE : Power on/standby 6, 7 : Manual search (forward and reverse)

2 : Stop 1 : Play

8, 9 : Auto search (cue) 3 : Pause

0 ~ 9, +10 : Number

3. Video deck (VCR) system buttons

ON/SOURCE : Power on/standby 6, 7 : Manual search (forward and reverse)

2 : Stop 1 : Play 3 : Pause

Channel +, : Channel up/down

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4. Digital broadcast satellite (DBS) tuner and

cable (CABLE) system buttons

ON/SOURCE : Power on/standby MENU : Menu

RETURN : Return , , 0, 1 : Cursor up, down, left and right

ENTER : Enter CHANNEL +, : Channel up/down

0 ~ 9, +10 : Channels DISPLAY : Switch display VOL +, : Volume up/down

5. Monitor TV (TV) system buttons

ON/SOURCE : Power on/standby MENU : Menu

RETURN : Return , , 0, 1 : Cursor up, down, left and right

ENTER : Enter CHANNEL +, : Channel up/down

0 ~ 9, +10 : Channels DISPLAY : Switch display TV/VCR : Switch between TV and video player VOL +, : Volume up/down

For CD, CDR, MD and TAPE components, the buttons can be operated in the same way as for DENON audio components ( page 31).

A TV can be operated when the switch is at the DVD/VDP, VCR, TV position.

Punch through

Punch Through is a function allowing you to operate the PLAY, STOP, MANUAL SEARCH and AUTO SEARCH buttons on CD, TAPE, CDR/MD, DVD/VDP or VCR components when in the DBS/CABLE or TV mode. By default, nothing is set.

MODE 2MODE 1

MAIN ONZONE2 OFF

NUMBER

1 Set the MODE 1 switch to VIDEO.

2 Set the MODE 2 switch to the component to be registered (DBS/CABLE or TV).

3 Press the ZONE2 OFF and MAIN ON buttons at the same time. The indicator starts flashing.

No.

4 Input the number of the component you want to set.

CD 1 TAPE 2 CDR/MD 3 DVD/VDP 4 VCR 5 No setting 0

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Multi zone music entertainment system

ZONE2 speaker out can be used when ZONE2 is selected at Power Amp Assignment. In this case, surround back speaker out cannot be used for MAIN ZONE.

For instructions on installation and operation of separately sold devices, refer to the devices operating instructions.

2 When using the SURR.BACK/ZONE2 amplifier as the ZONE2 To use the ZONE2, turn on the ZONE2 button. The output of the ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT terminals can be adjusted with the remote control units ZONE2 VOLUME button. The input source selected with the INPUT SELECTOR knob is output for the ZONE2 speaker output.

[System configuration and connections example]

Using this units internal amplifier as the ZONE2.

This unitDVD player

Input

Monitor

MAIN ZONE 5.1-channel systems

ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT

SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-1001

C

FL FR

SL

SW

SR

B

ZONE2

: SPEAKER cable

Refer to Connections ( page 11).

Remote control unit operations during

multi-source playback (selecting the source)

1 Set the MODE 1 switch to the AUDIO.

2 Set the MODE 2 switch to the ZONE2.

3 Press the ZONE2 ON button.

To cancel the ZONE2 mode: Press the ZONE2 OFF button.

MODE 2MODE 1

ZONE2 ONZONE2 OFF

VOLUME

CHANNEL

4 The output level of the ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT terminals can be controlled pressing the VOLUME button on the remote control unit.

Default setting (ZONE2 VOLUME LEVEL): dB (MINIMUM)

This is only possible when the main unit in the ZONE2 mode

( page 16).

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5 When the input source is set to TUNER, the preset channel can be selected pressing the CHANNEL button on the remote control unit.

The input source selected with the INPUT SELECTOR knob is

output for the ZONE2 speaker output.

Initialization of the microprocessor

If the indication on the display is not normal or if the operation of the unit is not correct, then the microprocessor should be reset by the following procedure.

1 Switch off the unit using the main units POWER switch.

2 Keep both SPEAKER A and B buttons depressed and turn on the unit by pressing the main units POWER switch.

3 Check that the entire display is flashing at 1- second intervals and release the buttons. The microprocessor will be initialized.

If step 3 does not work, start over from step 1. If the microprocessor has been reset, all the button settings are

reset to the default values (the values set upon shipment from the factory).

Other functions

Last function memory

This unit is equipped with a last function memory which stores the input and output setting conditions as they were immediately before the power is switched off. This function eliminates the need to perform complicated resettings when the power is switched on.

The unit is also equipped with a back-up memory. This function provides approximately one week of memory storage when the main units POWER switch is off and the power supply cord disconnected. POWER SPEAKER

INPUT SELECTOR

Recording the program source (recording the

source currently being monitored)

1 Select the input source to be played.

3 Start recording on the tape or video deck.

For instructions, refer to the components operating instructions.

2 Select the input mode and play (surround) mode.

The AUDIO INs signal selected with the INPUT SELECTOR knob are output to the CDR/TAPE and VCR AUDIO OUT terminals.

2 Simultaneous recording The signals of the source selected with the INPUT SELECTOR knob are output simultaneously to the CDR/TAPE and VCR REC OUT terminals. If a total of two tape and/or video decks are connected and set to the recording mode, the same source can be recorded simultaneously on every decks.

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Troubleshooting

If a problem should arise,first check the following.

1. Are the connections correct?

2. Have you operated the receiver according to the operating instructions?

3. Are the speakers, turntable and other components operating property?

If this unit is not operating properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist, there may be a malfunction. Disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.

Display not lit and sound not produced when POWER switch set to on.

Power supply cord not plugged in securely.

Check the insertion of the power supply cord plug.

Turn the power on with the remote control unit after turning the POWER switch on.

6

7

Display lit but sound not produced.

Speaker cables not securely connected.

Improper setting of the INPUT SELECTOR knob.

Volume control set to minimum. MUTING is on. Digital signals not input. Digital input

selected.

Connect securely.

Set to a suitable position.

Turn volume up to suitable level. Switch off MUTING. Input digital signals or select input

terminals to which digital signals are being input.

5

18

18 18 20

Display not lit and power indicator is flashing rapidly.

Speaker terminals are short- circuited.

The ventilation holes of the set are blocked.

The unit is operating at continuous high power conditions and/or with inadequate ventilation.

Switch power off, connect speakers properly, then switch power back on.

Turn off the sets power, then ventilate it well and allow it to cool down. Once the set has cooled down, turn the power back on.

Turn off the sets power, then ventilate it well and allow it to cool down. Once the set has cooled down, turn the power back on.

5

2, 5

2, 5

Sound produced only from one channel.

Incomplete connection of speaker cables.

Incomplete connection of input/ output cables.

Connect securely.

Connect securely.

5

5, 6, 9~11

Positions of instruments reversed during stereo playback.

Reverse connections of left and right speakers or left and right input/output cables.

Check left and right connections. 5

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Sound is distorted. Stylus pressure too weak. Dust or dirt on stylus.

Apply proper stylus pressure. Check stylus.

This unit does not operate properly when remote control unit is used.

Batteries dead. Remote control unit too far from

this unit. Obstacle between this unit and

remote control unit. Different button is being pressed. < and > ends of batteries inserted

in reverse.

Replace with new batteries. Move closer.

Remove obstacle.

Press the proper button. Insert batteries properly.

3 3

3

3

2 NOTE ON USE

Howling noise produced when volume is high.

Speaker systems too close together.

Floor is unstable and vibrates easily.

Separate as much as possible.

Use cushions to absorb speaker vibrations transmitted by floor.

NOTE:

For ordinary speaker systems, we recommend setting the crossover frequency to 80 Hz. When using small speakers, however, setting the crossover frequency to a high frequency may improve frequency response for frequencies near the crossover frequency.

Avoid high temperatures. Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack.

Handle the power cord carefully. Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.

Keep the apparatus free from moisture, water, and dust.

Unplug the power cord when not using the apparatus for long periods of time.

* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)

Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

Do not let foreign objects into the apparatus.

Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the apparatus.

Never disassemble or modify the apparatus in any way.

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Other types of audio:

These signals are designed to recreate a 360 sound field using three to five speakers.

In this case the speakers should surround the listener from all sides to create a uniform sound field from 360. Ideally the surround speakers should function as point sound sources in the same way as the front speakers.

These two types of sources thus have different properties, and different speaker settings, particularly for the surround speakers, are required in order to achieve the ideal sound.

FL CSW FR

SL SR

Optimum surround sound for different

sources

There are currently various types of multi-channel signals (signals or formats with more than two channels).

2 Types of multi-channel signals Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, DTS, high definition 3-1 signals (Japan MUSE Hi-Vision audio), DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD, MPEG multi-channel audio, etc.

Source here does not refer to the type of signal (format) but the recorded content. Sources can be divided into two major categories.

2 Types of sources Movie audio:

Signals created to be played in movie theaters. In general sound is recorded to be played in movie theaters equipped with multiple surround speakers, regardless of the format (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.).

FL CSW FR

FL CSW FRSL SR

SB

SL SR

SB

Multiple surround speakers (For 6.1-channel system)

Movie theater sound field

Listening room sound field

In this case it is important to achieve the same sense of expansion as in a movie theater with the surround channels. To do so, in some cases the number of surround speakers is increased (to four or eight) or speakers with bipolar or dipolar properties are used.

SL : Surround L channel SR : Surround R channel SB : Surround back channel (1 speaker or 2 speakers)

Additional Information Surround back speakers

A 6.1-channel system is a conventional 5.1-channel system to which the surround back (SB) channel has been added. This makes it easy to achieve sound positioned directly behind the listener, something that was previously difficult with sources designed for conventional multi surround speakers. In addition, the acoustic image extending between the sides and the rear is narrowed, thus greatly improving the expression of the surround signals for sounds moving from the sides to the back and from the front to the point directly behind the listening position.

FL CSW FR

SR chSL ch

Change of positioning and acoustic image with 5.1-channel systems

Movement of acoustic image from SR to SL

FL CSW FR

SL ch SR ch

SB ch

Change of positioning and acoustic image with 6.1-channel systems

Movement of acoustic image from SR to SB to SL

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Speaker setting examples

Here we describe a number of speaker settings for different purposes. Use these examples as guides to set up your system according to the type of speakers used and the main usage purpose.

[1] DTS-ES compatible system

(using surround back speakers)

q Basic setting for primarily watching movies This is recommended when mainly playing movies and using regular single way or 2-way speakers for the surround speakers.

Set the front speakers with their front surfaces as flush with the TV or monitor screen as possible. Set the center speaker between the front left and right speakers and no further from the listening position than the front speakers.

Consult the owners manual for your subwoofer for advice on placing the subwoofer within the listening room.

If the surround speakers are direct-radiating (monopolar), then place them slightly behind and at an angle to the listening position and parallel to the walls at a position 2 to 3 feet above ear level at the prime listening position.

When using two surround back speakers, place them at the back facing the front at a narrower distance than the front left and right speakers. When using one surround back speaker, place it at the rear center facing the front at a slightly higher position 0 to 0.7 feet than the surround speakers.

We recommend installing the surround back speaker(s) at a slightly downward facing angle. This effectively prevents the surround back channel signals from reflecting off the monitor or screen at the front center, resulting in interference and making the sense of movement from the front to the back less sharp.

w Setting for primarily watching movies using

diffusion type speakers for the surround

speakers For the greatest sense of surround sound envelopment, diffuse radiation speakers such as bipolar types, or dipolar types, provide a wider dispersion than is possible to obtain from a direct radiating speaker (monopolar). Place these speakers at either side of the prime listening position, mounted above ear level.

Subwoofer

Surround back speakers

Front speakers

60

Monitor

Center speaker

[ As seen from above ]

Surround speakers

Surround speaker

Front speaker

2 to 3 feet

[ As seen from the side ]

Surround back speaker

Point slightly downwards

60

Surround back speakers

[ As seen from above ]

Surround speakers

Surround speaker

Front speaker

2 to 3 feet

[ As seen from the side ]

Surround back speaker

Point slightly downwards

Path of the surround sound from the

speakers to the listening position

60

With this set, speaker(s) for 1 or 2 channels are required to achieve a 6.1-channel system (DTS-ES, etc.). Adding these speakers, however, increases the surround effect not only with sources recorded in 6.1 channels but also with conventional 2- to 5.1-channel sources. Furthermore, all the DENON original surround modes ( page 26) are compatible with 7.1-channel playback, so you can enjoy 7.1-channel sound with any signal source.

2 Number of surround back speakers Though the surround back channel only consists of 1 channel of playback signals for 6.1-channel sources (DTS-ES, etc.), we recommend using two speakers. When using speakers with dipolar characteristics in particular, it is essential to use two speakers. Using two speakers results in a smoother blend with the sound of the surround channels and better sound positioning of the surround back channel when listening from a position other than the center.

2 Placement of the surround left and right

channels when using surround back speakers Using surround back speakers greatly improves the positioning of the sound at the rear. Because of this, the surround left and right channels play an important role in achieving a smooth transition of the acoustic image from the front to the back. As shown in the diagram above, in a movie theater the surround signals are also produced from diagonally in front of the listeners, creating an acoustic image as if the sound were floating in space. To achieve these effects, we recommend placing the speakers for the surround left and right channels slightly more towards the front than with conventional surround systems. Doing so sometimes increases the surround effect when playing conventional 5.1-channel sources in the 6.1 surround or DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 mode. Check the surround effects of the various modes before selecting the surround mode.

Set the front speakers, center speaker and subwoofer in the same positions as in example (1).

It is best to place the surround speakers directly at the side or slightly to the front of the viewing position, and 2 to 3 feet above the ears.

Same as surround back speaker installation method (1). Using dipolar speakers for the surround back speakers as well is more effective.

The signals from the surround channels reflect off the walls as shown in the diagram above, creating an enveloping and realistic surround sound presentation.

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Playback method

(reference page)

Dolby Digital output

terminals Media

Dolby Pro LogicDolby Digital Comparison of home

surround systems

[2] When not using surround back speakers

Set the front speakers with their front surfaces as flush with the TV or monitor screen as possible. Set the center speaker between the front left and right speakers and no further from the listening position than the front speakers.

Consult the owners manual for your subwoofer for advice on placing the subwoofer within the listening room.

If the surround speakers are direct-radiating (monopolar), then place them slightly behind and at an angle to the listening position and parallel to the walls at a position 2 to 3 feet above ear level at the prime listening position.

Surround

The AVR-486 is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie theater.

[1] Dolby Surround

q Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is the multi-channel digital signal format developed by Dolby Laboratories. Dolby Digital consists of up to 5.1 channels front left, front right, center, surround left, surround right, and an additional channel exclusively reserved for additional deep bass sound effects (the Low Frequency Effects LFE channel, also called the .1 channel, containing bass frequencies of up to 120 Hz). Unlike the analog Dolby Pro Logic format, Dolby Digitals main channels can all contain full range sound information, from the lowest bass, up to the highest frequencies 22 kHz. The signals within each channel are distinct from the others, allowing pinpoint sound imaging, and Dolby Digital offers tremendous dynamic range from the most powerful sound effects to the quietest, softest sounds, free from noise and distortion.

2 Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic

No. of recorded channels (elements)

No. of playback channels

Playback channels (max.)

Audio processing

High frequency playback limit of surround channel

5.1 ch

5.1 ch

L, R, C, SL, SR, SW

Digital discrete processing Dolby Digital encoding /

decoding

20 kHz

2 ch

4 ch

L, R, C, S (SW recommended)

Analog matrix processing Dolby

Surround

7 kHz

2 Dolby Digital compatible media and playback

methods Symbol indicating Dolby Digital compatibility:

The following are general examples. Also refer to the players operating instructions.

1: Please use a commercially available adapter when connecting the Dolby Digital RF output terminal of the LD player to the digital input terminal. Please refer to the instruction manual of the adapter when making connection.

2: Some DVD digital outputs have the function of switching the Dolby Digital signal output method between bit stream and (convert to) PCM. When playing in Dolby Digital surround on the AVR-486, switch the DVD players output mode to bit stream. In some cases players are equipped with both bit stream + PCM and PCM only digital outputs. In this case connect the bit stream + PCM terminals to the AVR-486.

w Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic II is a new multi-channel playback format

developed by Dolby Laboratories using feedback logic steering technology and offering improvements over conventional Dolby Pro Logic circuits.

Dolby Pro Logic II can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Surround ( ) but also regular stereo sources into five channels (front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right) to achieve surround sound.

Subwoofer

Surround speakers

Front speakers

60

Monitor

Center speaker

[ As seen from above ]

Front speaker

2 to 3 feet

[ As seen from the side ]

Surround speaker

120

LD (VDP)

DVD

Others (satellite broadcasts,

CATV, etc.)

Coaxial Dolby Digital RF output terminal

1

Optical or coaxial digital output

(same as for PCM) 2

Optical or coaxial digital output

(same as for PCM)

Set the input mode to AUTO

( page 19, 20).

Set the input mode to AUTO

( page 19, 20).

Set the input mode to AUTO

( page 19, 20).

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[2] DTS Digital Surround Digital Theater Surround (also called simply DTS) is a multi- channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems. DTS offers the same 5.1 playback channels as Dolby Digital (front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right) as well as the stereo 2-channel mode. The signals for the different channels are fully independent, eliminating the risk of deterioration of sound quality due to interference between signals, crosstalk, etc. DTS features a relatively higher bit rate as compared to Dolby Digital (1234 kbps for CDs and LDs, 1536 kbps for DVDs) so it operates with a relatively low compression rate. Because of this the amount of data is great, and when DTS playback is used in movie theaters, a separate CD-ROM synchronized with the film is played. With LDs and DVDs, there is of course no need for an extra disc; the pictures and sound can be recorded simultaneously on the same disc, so the discs can be handled in the same way as discs with other formats. There are also music CDs recorded in DTS. These CDs include 5.1-channel surround signals (compared to two channels on current CDs). They do not include picture data, but they offer surround playback on CD players that are equipped with digital outputs (PCM type digital output required). DTS surround track playback offers the same intricate, grand sound as in a movie theater, right in your own listening room.

2 DTS compatible media and playback methods

Symbols indicating DTS compatibility: and

The following are general examples. Also refer to the players operating instructions.

1: DTS signals are recorded in the same way on CDs and LDs as PCM signals. Because of this, the un-decoded DTS signals are output as random hissing noise from the CD or LD players analog outputs. If this noise is played with the amplifier set at a very high volume, it may possibly cause damage to the speakers. To avoid this, be sure to switch the input mode to AUTO or DTS before playing CDs or LDs recorded in DTS. Also, never switch the input mode to ANALOG or PCM during playback. The same holds true when playing CDs or LDs on a DVD player or LD/DVD compatible player. For DVDs, the DTS signals are recorded in a special way so this problem does not occur.

2: The signals provided at the digital outputs of a CD or LD player may undergo some sort of internal signal processing (output level adjustment, sampling frequency conversion, etc.). In this case the DTS-encoded signals may be processed erroneously, in which case they cannot be decoded by the AVR-486, or may only produce noise. Before playing DTS signals for the first time, turn down the master volume to a low level, start playing the DTS disc, then check whether the DTS indicator on the AVR-486 ( page 25) lights before turning up the master volume.

3: A DVD player with DTS-compatible digital output is required to play DTS DVDs. A DTS Digital Output logo is featured on the front panel of compatible DVD players. Recent DENON DVD player models feature DTS-compatible digital output consult the players owners manual for information on configuring the digital output for DTS playback of DTS- encoded DVDs.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Dolby, Pro Logic and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Whereas with conventional Dolby Pro Logic the surround channel playback frequency band was limited, Dolby Pro Logic II offers a wider band range (20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater). In addition, the surround channels were monaural (the surround left and right channels were the same) with previous Dolby Pro Logic, but with Dolby Pro Logic II they are played as stereo signals.

Various parameters can be set according to the type of source and the contents, so it is possible to achieve optimum decoding ( page 43).

e Dolby Pro Logic IIx Dolby Pro Logic IIx furthers the matrix decoding technology of Dolby Pro Logic II to decode audio signals recorded on two channels into up to 7.1 playback channels, including the surround back channel. Dolby Pro Logic IIx also allows 5.1-channel sources to be played in up to 7.1 channels. The mode can be selected according to the source. The Music mode is best suited for playing music, the Cinema mode for playing movies, and the Game mode for playing games. The Game mode can only be used with 2-channel audio sources.

Sources recorded in Dolby Surround

These are sources in which three or more channels of surround have been recorded as two channels of signals using Dolby Surround encoding technology.

Dolby Surround is used for the sound tracks of movies recorded on DVDs, LDs and video cassette tapes, as well as for stereo broadcast signals from FM radio, TV, satellite broadcasts and cable TV.

Decoding these signals with Dolby Pro Logic II makes it possible to achieve multi-channel surround playback. The signals can also be played on ordinary stereo equipment, in which case they provide normal stereo sound.

There are two types of DVD Dolby surround recording signals. q 2-channel PCM stereo signals w 2-channel Dolby Digital signals

When either of these signals is input to the AVR-486, the surround mode is automatically set to Dolby Pro Logic II when the DOLBY/DTS SURROUND mode is selected.

2 Sources recorded in Dolby Surround are

indicated with the logo symbol shown below

Dolby Surround logo symbol:

MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. U.S. PAT. NOS. 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535 AND OTHER U.S. AND WORLDWIDE PATENTS ISSUED AND PENDING. DTS, DTSES, Neo:6, AND DTS 96/24 ARE TRADEMARKS OF DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. 1996, 2003 DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.

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Dolby Digital output

terminals Media

CD

LD (VDP)

DVD

Optical or coaxial digital output

(same as for PCM) 2

Optical or coaxial digital output

(same as for PCM) 2

Optical or coaxial digital output

(same as for PCM) 3

Set the input mode to AUTO or DTS ( page 19, 20).

Never set the mode to ANALOG or PCM.

1

Set the input mode to AUTO or DTS ( page 19, 20).

Never set the mode to ANALOG or PCM.

1

Set the input mode to AUTO or DTS ( page 19, 20).

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When DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 or Matrix 6.1 encoded sources are decoded with a DTS-ES decoder, the format is automatically detected upon decoding and the optimum playing mode is selected. However, some Matrix 6.1 sources may be detected as having a 5.1-channel format, so the DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 mode must be set manually to play these sources. (For instructions on selecting the surround mode ( page 25).) The DTS-ES decoder includes another function, the DTS Neo:6 surround mode for 6.1-channel playback of digital PCM and analog signal sources.

2 DTS Neo:6 surround This mode applies conventional 2-channel signals to the high precision digital matrix decoder used for DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 to achieve 6.1-channel surround playback. High precision input signal detection and matrix processing enable full band reproduction (frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater) for all 6.1 channels, and separation between the different channels is improved to the same level as that of a digital discrete system. DTS Neo:6 surround includes two modes for selecting the optimum decoding for the signal source.

DTS Neo:6 Cinema

This mode is optimum for playing movies. Decoding is performed with emphasis on separation performance to achieve the same atmosphere with 2-channel sources as with 6.1-channel sources. This mode is effective for playing sources recorded in conventional surround formats as well, because the in-phase component is assigned mainly to the center channel (C) and the reversed phase component to the surround (SL, SR and SB) channels.

DTS Neo:6 Music

This mode is suited mainly for playing music. Changes in the sound quality are reduced by decoding with emphasis on the front channel signals (FL and FR), and a natural sense of expansion is given to the sound field by the effect of the surround signals output from the center (C) and surround (SL, SR and SB) channels.

[4] DTS 96/24 The sampling frequency, number of bits and number of channels used for recording of music, etc., in studios have been increasing in recent years, and there are a growing number of high quality signal sources, including 96 kHz/24-bit 5.1-channel sources. For example, there are high picture/sound quality DVD video sources with 96 kHz/24-bit stereo PCM audio tracks. However, because the data rate for these audio tracks is extremely high, there are limits to recording them on two channels only, and since the quality of the pictures must be restricted it is common to only include still pictures. In addition, 96 kHz/24-bit 5.1-channel surround is possible with DVD audio sources, but DVD audio players are required to play them with this high quality. DTS 96/24 is a multi-channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. in order to deal with this situation. Conventional surround formats used sampling frequencies of 48 or 44.1 kHz, so 20 kHz was about the maximum playback signal frequency. With DTS 96/24, the sampling frequency is increased to 96 or 88.2 kHz to achieve a wide frequency range of over 40 kHz. In addition, DTS 96/24 has a resolution of 24-bits, resulting in the same frequency band and dynamic range as 96 kHz/24-bit PCM. As with conventional DTS Surround, DTS 96/24 is compatible with a maximum of 5.1 channels, so sources recorded using DTS 96/24 can be played in high sampling frequency, multiple channel audio with such normal media as DVD videos and CDs. Thus, with DTS 96/24, the same 96 kHz/24-bit multi-channel surround sound as with DVD-Audio can be achieved while viewing DVD-Video images on a conventional DVD-Video player ( 1). Furthermore, with DTS 96/24 compatible CDs, 88.2 kHz/24-bit multi-channel surround can be achieved using normal CD/LD players ( 1). Even with the high quality multi-channel signals, the recording time is the same as with conventional DTS surround sources. Whats more, DTS 96/24 is fully compatible with the conventional DTS surround format, so DTS 96/24 signal sources can be played with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz on conventional DTS or DTS-ES surround decoders ( 2).

1 A DVD player with DTS digital output capabilities (for CD/LD players, a player with digital outputs for conventional DTS CDs/LDs) and a disc recorded in DTS 96/24 are required.

2 The resolution is 24 or 20 bits, depending on the decoder.

[3] DTS-ES Extended Surround DTS-ES Extended Surround is a new multi-channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. While offering high compatibility with the conventional DTS Digital Surround format, DTS-ES Extended Surround greatly improves the 360- degree surround impression and space expression thanks to further expanded surround signals. This format has been used professionally in movie theaters since 1999. In addition to the 5.1 surround channels (FL, FR, C, SL, SR and LFE), DTS-ES Extended Surround also offers the SB (Surround Back, sometimes also referred to as surround center) channel for surround playback with a total of 6.1 channels. DTS-ES Extended Surround includes two signal formats with different surround signal recording methods, as described below.

2 DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 is the newest recording format. With it, all 6.1 channels (including the SB channel) are recorded independently using a digital discrete system. The main feature of this format is that because the SL, SR and SB channels are fully independent, the sound can be designed with total freedom and it is possible to achieve a sense that the acoustic images are moving about freely among the background sounds surrounding the listener from 360 degrees. Though maximum performance is achieved when sound tracks recorded with this system are played using a DTS-ES decoder, when played with a conventional DTS decoder the SB channel signals are automatically down-mixed to the SL and SR channels, so none of the signal components are lost.

2 DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 With this format, the additional SB channel signals undergo matrix encoding and are input to the SL and SR channels beforehand. Upon playback they are decoded to the SL, SR and SB channels. The performance of the encoder used at the time of recording can be fully matched using a high precision digital matrix decoder developed by DTS, thereby achieving surround sound more faithful to the producers sound design aims than with conventional 5.1- or 6.1-channel systems. In addition, the bit stream format is 100% compatible with conventional DTS signals, so the effect of the Matrix 6.1 format can be achieved even with 5.1-channel signal sources. Of course it is also possible to play DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 encoded sources with a DTS 5.1-channel decoder.

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Surround modes and parameters

C (0 dB) C (0 dB)

E C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB)

C (OFF) C (OFF)

E C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF)

C C C C C C E E C C C C C C C

C C E C C C E E C C C C C C C

C C E C * C * C * E C C C C C C C C

C C E C * C * C * C E C C C C C C C

B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B

E E E B B B B B B B B B B B E

E E B B B B B B B B B B B B E

C C C C C C C C C C C C C C C

Mode

SURROUND L/R

Signals and adjustability in the different modes

Channel output When playing Dolby Digital and DTS signals

SUBWOOFER When playing Dolby Digital

signals

When playing DTS signals

When playing PCM signals

When playing ANALOG signals D. COMP. LFE

E E B B B B B B B B B B B B E

DIRECT STEREO EXTERNAL INPUT DOLBY PRO LOGIC II DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx DTS NEO:6 DOLBY DIGITAL DTS SURROUND 5CH/7CH STEREO ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB VIDEO GAME MONO MOVIE MATRIX VIRTUAL

FRONT L/R CENTER SURROUND BACK L/R

C : Signal / Adjustable E : No signal B : Turned on or off by speaker configuration setting

C : Able E : Unable * : Only for 2 ch contents

C : Able E : Unable

Surround parameter

E E C E E E E E E E E E E E E

E E E E E

C (0.3) E E E E E E E E E

E E E

C (3) C (3)

E E E E E E E E E E

E E E

C (3) C (3)

E E E E E E E E E E

E E E

C (OFF) C (OFF)

E E E E E E E E E E

C (OFF) E E E E E E E E E E E E E E

E E E E E E E E E E E E E

C (30 msec) E

E E E E E E E E E

C (Medium) C (Medium) C (Medium) C (Medium)

E E

E E E C C C E E E E E E E E E

Mode

EFFECT LEVEL

Signals and adjustability in the different modes

NEO:6 MUSIC

SUBWOOFER ON/OFF

PANORAMA DIMENSION CENTER WIDTH

CENTER IMAGE SW ATT

E E E E E E E E E

C (10) C (10) C (10) C (10)

E E

DIRECT STEREO EXTERNAL INPUT DOLBY PRO LOGIC II DOLBY PRO LOGIC IIx DTS NEO:6 DOLBY DIGITAL DTS SURROUND 5CH/7CH STEREO ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB VIDEO GAME MONO MOVIE MATRIX VIRTUAL

MODE ROOM SIZE DELAY TIME

PRO LOGIC II / IIx only EXT. IN

TONE CONTROL

E C (0 dB)

E C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB) C (0 dB)

E

CINEMA EQ.

E E E

C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF) C (OFF)

E E E E E E E

C : Adjustable E : Not adjustable

E E E C C C C C C C C C C C E

SB CH OUT (MODE)

ENGLISH

Specifications

ENGLISH

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2 Audio section Power amplifier

Rated output: Front: 75 W +75 W (8 /ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08% T.H.D.) 110 W + 110 W (6 /ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7% T.H.D.)

Center: 75 W (8 /ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08% T.H.D.) 110W (6 /ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7% T.H.D.)

Surround: 75 W + 75 W (8 /ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08% T.H.D.) 110 W + 110 W (6 /ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7% T.H.D.)

Surround Back: 75 W + 75 W (8 /ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08% T.H.D.) 110 W + 110 W (6 /ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7% T.H.D.)

Output terminals: Front: A or B 16 ~ 16 /ohms A + B 12 ~ 16 /ohms

Center, Surround, Surr.Back: 16 ~ 16 /ohms Analog

Input sensitivity /

input impedance: 200 mV / 47 k/kohms Frequency response: 10 Hz ~ 100 kHz: +1, 3 dB (TONE DEFEAT ON) S/N: 98 dB (IHF-A weighted) (TONE DEFEAT ON)

2 Video section Standard video terminals

Input / output level

and impedance: 1 Vp-p, 75 /ohms Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 10 MHz +1, 3 dB

S-Video terminals

Input / output level

and impedance: Y (brightness) signal 1 Vp-p, 75 /ohms C (color) signal 0.286 Vp-p, 75 /ohms

Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 10 MHz +1, 3 dB Color component video terminal

Input / output level

and impedance: Y (brightness) signal 1 Vp-p, 75 /ohms PB/CB (blue) signal 0.7 Vp-p, 75 /ohms PR/CR (red) signal 0.7 Vp-p, 75 /ohms

Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 30 MHz 0, 3 dB

2 Tuner section [FM] (note: V at 75 /ohms, [AM]

0 dBf=1 x 1015 W) Receiving Range: 87.50 MHz ~ 107.90 MHz 520 kHz ~ 1710 kHz Usable Sensitivity: 1.0 V (11.2 dBf) 18 V 50 dB Quieting

Sensitivity: MONO 1.6 V (15.3 dBf) STEREO 23 V (38.5 dBf)

S/N (IHF-A): MONO 77 dB (IHF-A weighted) STEREO 72 dB (IHF-A weighted)

Total Harmonic Distortion

(at 1 kHz): MONO 0.15 % (1 kHz) STEREO 0.3 % (1 kHz)

2 General Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption: 4.3 A

1 W Max. (Standby) Maximum external

dimensions: 434 (W) x 147 (H) x 417 (D) mm (17-3/32 x 5-25/32 x 16-27/64)

Mass: 11.1 kg (24 lbs 8 oz)

2 Remote control unit (RC-1001) Batteries: R6P/AA Type (two batteries) External dimensions: 55 (W) x 225 (H) x 34.5 (D) mm

(2-11/64 x 8-55/64 x 1-9/64) Mass: 165 g (Approx. 5.8 oz) (including batteries)

* For purposes of improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

Specifications

2 List of preset codes / Liste de codes prrgls

JC Penny 004, 005, 007, 023, 028, 049, 062, 085,

087, 088

Jensen 013, 026

JVC 004, 005, 006, 026, 029, 043, 044, 045,

046, 085

Kenwood 004, 005, 006, 026, 029, 033, 045, 085,

090

Kodak 088

Lloyd 009, 094

LXI 088

Magnavox 015, 016, 042, 049, 063, 106

Magnin 087

Marantz 004, 005, 006, 015, 042, 049, 085, 090

Marta 088

MEI 049

Memorex 009, 033, 049, 053, 060, 081, 087, 088,

091, 094, 115

Metz 123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128

MGA 001, 017, 027, 041, 097

MGN Technology 087

Midland 011

Minolta 013, 023

Mitsubishi 001, 003, 008, 013, 014, 017, 027, 029,

039, 040, 041, 045, 097

Motorola 081

Montgomery Ward 001, 002, 007, 009, 049, 063, 081, 115,

117

MTC 009, 087, 094

Multitech 007, 009, 011, 087, 090, 094

NAD 038

NEC 004, 005, 006, 018, 026, 029, 045, 061,

062, 085

Nikko 088

Noblex 087

Optimus 081, 088

DVD

Denon 014, *[111]

Aiwa 009

Hitachi 010

JVC 006, 011

Konka 012, 013

Magnavox 005

Mitsubishi 004

Panasonic 014

Philips 005, 015, 016, 017

Pioneer 003, 008

Sanyo 018

Sony 002, 019, 020

Toshiba 001, 021, 022

Zenith 023

VDP

Denon 028, 029, 112

Magnavox 026

Mitsubishi 028

Panasonic 029, 030

Philips 026

Pioneer 028, 031

RCA 032

Sony 033, 034, 035, 036

VCR

Admiral 081

Aiko 095

Aiwa 009

Akai 026, 027, 070, 072, 082, 083, 084

Alba 055

Amstrad 009

ASA 042

Asha 087

Audio Dynamic 005, 085

Audiovox 088

Beaumark 087

Broksonic 086, 093

Calix 088

Candle 006, 087, 088, 089, 090

Canon 049, 057

Capehart 025, 055, 056, 071

Carver 015

CCE 095

Citizen 006, 007, 087, 088, 089, 090, 095

Craig 007, 087, 088, 091, 115

Curtis Mathes 006, 049, 073, 080, 087, 090, 092

Cybernex 087

Daewoo 025, 055, 059, 074, 089, 093, 095, 096

Daytron 025, 055

DBX 005, 085

Dumont 053

Dynatech 009

Electrohome 001, 088, 097

Electrophonic 088

Emerson 001, 009, 017, 027, 086, 088, 089, 092,

093, 097, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 117

Fisher 009, 028, 031, 053, 054, 091, 099, 115

GE 007, 011, 049, 050, 051, 052, 073, 080,

087

Go Video 047, 048

Goldstar 000, 006, 012, 062, 088

Gradiente 094

Grundig 042

Harley Davidson 094

Harman Kardon 040, 062

Hi-Q 091

Hitachi 009, 013, 023, 026, 058, *[108], 109,

110, 111

ENGLISH FRANCAIS

Optonica 021

Panasonic 024, 049, 064, 066, 067, 068, 069, 107

Perdio 009

Pentax 009, 013, 023, 058, 090

Philco 015, 016, 049

Philips 015, 021, 042, 049, 105

Pilot 088

Pioneer 005, 013, 029, 036, 037, 038, 045, 085

Portland 025, 055, 090

Proscan 063, 080

Pulsar 060

Quartz 033

Quasar 034, 035, 049

Radio Shack 001, 002, 021, 081, 087, 088, 091, 094,

097, 098, 115

Radix 088

Randex 088

RCA 007, 013, 019, 023, 058, 063, 064, 065,

073, 080, 082, 087

Realistic 009, 021, 031, 033, 049, 053, 081, 087,

088, 091, 094, 097, 098

Ricoh 055

Salora 033, 041

Samsung 007, 011, 051, 059, 070, 083, 087, 089,

113

Sanky 081

Sansui 005, 026, 029, 045, 061, 085, 114

Sanyo 032, 033, 053, 087, 091, 115, 116

SBR 042

Scott 017, 020, 086, 089, 093, 117

Sears 013, 023, 028, 031, 033, 053, 054, 088,

091, 098, 099, 115

Sentra 055

Sharp 001, 002, 021, 097

Shogun 087

Sony 075, 076, 077, 078, 079, 121, 122

STS 023

Sylvania 009, 015, 016, 017, 041, 049, 094

Symphonic 009, 094

Tandy 009

Tashiko 009, 088

Tatung 004, 026, 030

Teac 004, 009, 026, 094

Technics 024, 049

Teknika 009, 010, 022, 049, 088, 094

TMK 087, 092

Toshiba 013, 017, 020, 041, 059, 089, 098, 099,

117

Totevision 007, 087, 088

Unirech 087

Vecrtor Research 005, 062, 085, 089, 090

Victor 005, 045, 046, 085

Video Concepts 005, 027, 085, 089, 090

Videosonic 007, 087

Wards 013, 021, 023, 087, 088, 089, 091, 094,

097, 118, 119, 120

XR-1000 094

Yamaha 004, 005, 006, 026, 062, 085

Zenith 060, 078, 079

TV

Admiral 045, 121

Adventura 122

Aiko 054

Akai 016, 027, 046

Alleron 062

A-Mark 007

Amtron 061

Anam 006, 007, 036

Anam National 061, 147

AOC 003, 007, 033, 038, 039, 047, 048, 049,

133

Archer 007

Audiovox 007, 061

Bauer 155

Belcor 047

Bell & Howell 045, 118

Bradford 061

Brockwood 003, 047

Candle 003, 030, 031, 032, 038, 047, 049, 050,

122

Capehart 003

Celebrity 046

Circuit City 003

Citizen 029, 030, 031, 032, 034, 038, 047, 049,

050, 054, 061, 095, 122, 123

Concerto 031, 047, 049

Colortyme 003, 047, 049, 135

Contec 013, 051, 052, 061

Cony 051, 052, 061

Craig 004, 061

Crown 029

Curtis Mathes 029, 034, 038, 044, 047, 049, 053, 095,

118

Daewoo 027, 029, 039, 048, 049, 054, 055, 106,

107, 137

Daytron 003, 049

Dimensia 044

Dixi 007, 015, 027

Electroband 046

Electrohome 029, 056, 057, 058, 147

Elta 027

Emerson 029, 051, 059, 060, 061, 062, 118, 123,

124, 139, 148

Envision 038

Etron 027

Fisher 014, 021, 063, 064, 065, 118

Formenti 155

Fortress 012

Fujitsu 004, 062

Funai 004, 062

ENGLISHFRANCAIS

Futuretech 004

GE 020, 036, 037, 040, 044, 058, 066, 088,

119, 120, 125, 147

Goldstar 000, 015, 029, 031, 039, 048, 051, 056,

057, 067, 068, 069, 116

Grundy 062

Hitachi 029, 031, 051, 052, 070, 111, 112, 113,

124, *[134]

Hitachi Pay TV 151

Infinity 017, 071

Janeil 122

JBL 017, 071

JC Penny 020, 034, 039, 040, 041, 044, 048, 050,

058, 066, 069, 076, 088, 090, 095, 125,

136, 159

JCB 046

JVC 019, 051, 052, 072, 073, 091, 117, 126

Kawasho 018, 046

Kenwood 038, 056, 057

Kloss 010, 032

Kloss Novabeam 005, 122, 127, 131

KTV 074, 123

Loewe 071

Logik 144

Luxman 031

LXI 008, 014, 017, 024, 040, 044, 063, 071,

075, 076, 077, 118, 125

Magnavox 005, 010, 017, 030, 033, 038, 050, 056,

071, 078, 079, 085, 089, 108, 109, 110,

127, 131, 132, 145

Marantz 015, 017, 071, 080

Matsui 027

Memorex 014, 027, 045, 083, 118, 144

Metz 160, 161, 162, 163

MGA 001, 039, 048, 056, 057, 058, 065, 081,

083

Midland 125

Minutz 066

Mitsubishi 001, 016, 039, 048, 056, 057, 058, 065,

081, 082, 083, 105

Montgomery Ward 011, 020, 144, 145, 146

Motorola 121, 147

MTC 031, 034, 039, 048, 095

NAD 008, 075, 076, 128

National 002, 036, 061, 147

National Quenties 002

NEC 031, 038, 039, 048, 057, 084, 086, 135,

147

Nikko 054

NTC 054

Optimus 128

Optonica 011, 012, 093, 121

Orion 004, 139

Panasonic 002, 009, 017, 036, 037, 071, 141, 143,

147

Philco 005, 010, 030, 050, 051, 056, 079, 085,

127, 131, 132, 145, 147

Philips 005, 015, 017, 050, 051, 056, 078, 087,

088, 089, 131, 132, 147

Pioneer 124, 128, 142

Portland 054

Price Club 095

Proscan 040, 044, 125

Proton 035, 051, 092, 129

Pulsar 042

Quasar 036, 037, 074, 141

Radio Shack 011, 044, 063, 093, 118

RCA 040, 044, 125, 130, 137, 151, 152

Realistic 014, 063, 093, 118

Saisho 027

Samsung 003, 015, 034, 053, 055, 057, 094, 095,

136, 153

Sansui 139

Sanyo 013, 014, 021, 022, 063, 064, 081, 096

SBR 015

Schneider 015

Scott 062

Sears 008, 014, 021, 022, 023, 024, 025, 040,

052, 057, 062, 063, 064, 065, 073, 075,

076, 097, 098, 125, 159

Sharp 011, 012, 013, 026, 093, 099, 100, 104,

121

Siemens 013

Signature 045, 144

Simpson 050

Sony 043, 046, 138, 146, 150

Soundesign 030, 050, 062

Spectricon 007, 033

Squareview 004

Supre-Macy 032, 122

Supreme 046

Sylvania 005, 010, 017, 030, 078, 079, 085, 089,

101, 127, 131, 132, 145, 155

Symphonic 004, 148

Tandy 012, 121

Tatung 036, 124

Technics 037

Teknika 001, 030, 032, 034, 052, 054, 078, 083,

095, 144, 156, 157

Tera 035, 129

Toshiba 008, 014, 034, 063, 075, 076, 095, 097,

136, 158, 159

Universal 020, 066, 088

Victor 019, 073, 126

Video Concepts 016

Viking 032, 122

Wards 005, 045, 066, 078, 085, 088, 089, 093,

102, 103, 131, 132, 148

Zenith 042, 114, 115, 140, 144, 149

Zonda 007

ENGLISH FRANCAIS

CABLE

ABC 006, *[007], 008, 009

Archer 010, 011

Century 011

Citizen 011

Colour Voice 012, 013

Comtronic 014

Eastern 015

Garrard 011

Gemini 030, 033, 034

General Instrument 030, 031, 032

Hytex 006

Jasco 011

Jerrold 009, 016, 017, 026, 032

Magnavox 018

Movie Time 019

NSC 019

Oak 000, 006, 020

Panasonic 001, 005

Philips 011, 012, 013, 018, 021

Pioneer 002, 003, 022

RCA 029

Regency 015

Samsung 014, 023

Scientific Atlanta 004, 024, 025

Signal 014

SL Marx 014

Starcom 009

Stargate 014

Teleview 014

Tocom 007, 016

TV86 019

Unika 011

United Artists 006

Universal 010, 011

Viewstar 018, 019

Zenith 027, 028

DBS (SATELLITE)

Alphastar 054

Chaparral 035, 036

Dishnet 053

Drake 037, 038

Echostar Dish 062, 066

GE 048, 055, 056

General Instruments 039, 040, 041

Grundig 070, 071, 072, 073

Hitachi 058, 059

Hughes Network 063, 064, 065, 069

JVC 057

Kathrein 074, 075, 076, 083

Magnavox 060

Nokia 070, 080, 084, 085, 086

Philips 060

Primestar 051

Proscan 048, 055, 056

RCA 048, 055, 056, 068

Realistic 042

Sierra I 036

Sierra II 036

Sierra III 036

Sony 049, 067

STS1 043

STS2 044

STS3 045

SRS4 046

Technisat 077, 078, 079, 081, 082

Toshiba 047, 050

Uniden 061

CD

Denon *[111]

Aiwa 001, 035, 043

Burmster 002

Carver 003, 035

Emerson 004, 005, 006, 007

Fisher 003, 008, 009, 010

JVC 018, 019

Kenwood 011, 012, 013, 014, 017

Magnavox 006, 015, 035

Marantz 016, 028, 035

MCS 016, 024

Onkyo 025, 027

Optimus 017, 020, 021, 022, 023

Philips 014, 032, 033, 035

Pioneer 006, 022, 030

Sears 006

Sony 023, 031

Teac 002, 009, 028

Technics 016, 029, 036

Wards 035, 037

Yamaha 038, 039, 040, 041

Zenith 042

CDR

Denon *[111], 112

Philips 112

MD

Denon 113

Kenwood 003, 004

Onkyo 007

Sharp 005

Sony 006

TAPE

Denon *[111]

Aiwa 001, 002

Carver 002

Harman/Kardon 002, 003

JVC 004, 005

Kenwood 006

ENGLISHFRANCAIS

Magnavox 002

Marantz 002

Onkyo 016, 018

Optimus 007, 008

Panasonic 012

Philips 002

Pioneer 007, 008, 009

Sony 013, 014, 015

Technics 012

Victor 004

Wards 007

Yamaha 010, 011

*[ ] : Preset codes set upon shipment from the factory.

*[ ] : Les codes prrgls diffrent en fonctiom des livraison de lusine.

DVD preset codes

Codes prrgls DVD 111 014

B

Model No. Modle numro

DVD-555 DVD-755 DVD-900 DVD-910 DVD-955 DVD-1000 DVD-1200 DVD-1500 DVD-1710 DVD-1910 DVD-2200 DVD-2800 DVD-2800II DVD-2900 DVD-2910 DVD-3800 DVD-3910 DVD-5900 DVD-5910 DVD-9000 DVM-715 DVM-1800 DVM-1805 DVM-1815 DVM-2815 DVM-4800

DVD-800 DVD-1600 DVD-2000 DVD-2500 DVD-3000 DVD-3300

ENGLISH FRANCAIS

Denon Brand Company, D&M Holdings Inc. Printed in China 00D 511 4319 006

TOKYO, J

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