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... dangerous voltage or other sources, refer to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power-supply cord or plug is grounded so as recommended by the manufacturer. 9. Grounding or Polarization - When installing an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be of sufficient magnitude to determine that may result in proper operating condition. 24. Never...
... dangerous voltage or other sources, refer to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power-supply cord or plug is grounded so as recommended by the manufacturer. 9. Grounding or Polarization - When installing an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be of sufficient magnitude to determine that may result in proper operating condition. 24. Never...
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... h Audio Delay 39 Information Status 39 a Main Zone 39 s ZONE2 39 Audio Input Signal 39 HDMI Information 40 a HDMI Signal Information 40 s HDMI Monitor Information 40 Auto Surround Mode 40 Quick Select 40 Preset Station 40 IN Subwoofer Level 26 s 2ch Direct/Stereo 26 d Dolby Digital Setup 27 f Auto Surround Mode 27 g Manual EQ 27 Zone2 Setup 28 a Lch Level 28 s Rch Level 28 d Volume Limit 28 f Power On Level 28 g Mute Level 28 Option Setup 28 a Amp Assign 28 s Volume Control 29 d Source Delete 29 f On-Screen Display 29 g Quick Select Name 30 h Remote...
... h Audio Delay 39 Information Status 39 a Main Zone 39 s ZONE2 39 Audio Input Signal 39 HDMI Information 40 a HDMI Signal Information 40 s HDMI Monitor Information 40 Auto Surround Mode 40 Quick Select 40 Preset Station 40 IN Subwoofer Level 26 s 2ch Direct/Stereo 26 d Dolby Digital Setup 27 f Auto Surround Mode 27 g Manual EQ 27 Zone2 Setup 28 a Lch Level 28 s Rch Level 28 d Volume Limit 28 f Power On Level 28 g Mute Level 28 Option Setup 28 a Amp Assign 28 s Volume Control 29 d Source Delete 29 f On-Screen Display 29 g Quick Select Name 30 h Remote...
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... Components 48 ~ 50 Punch Through Function 51 Sub Remote Control Unit 51 ENGLISH Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations Multi-zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function 52 ~ 54 Multi-zone Settings and Operations with the product. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Playback Preparations 41 Turning the Power On 41 Selecting the input source 41 Operations During Playback 41 Playing Video and Audio Equipment 42 Basic Operation 42 Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts 42 Basic Operation 42 Presetting Radio Stations...
... Components 48 ~ 50 Punch Through Function 51 Sub Remote Control Unit 51 ENGLISH Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations Multi-zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function 52 ~ 54 Multi-zone Settings and Operations with the product. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Playback Preparations 41 Turning the Power On 41 Selecting the input source 41 Operations During Playback 41 Playing Video and Audio Equipment 42 Basic Operation 42 Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts 42 Basic Operation 42 Presetting Radio Stations...
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.... • Connect the speaker cables in and turn the set's power back on the speakers being connected to 16 Ω/ohms. When using a banana plug Tighten the speaker terminal firmly before inserting the banana plug. ENGLISH 10 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Turn the power off and the power indicator flashes red. Connecting the Speaker Cables Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and - (black) polarities on . Protection circuit If speakers with an...
.... • Connect the speaker cables in and turn the set's power back on the speakers being connected to 16 Ω/ohms. When using a banana plug Tighten the speaker terminal firmly before inserting the banana plug. ENGLISH 10 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Turn the power off and the power indicator flashes red. Connecting the Speaker Cables Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and - (black) polarities on . Protection circuit If speakers with an...
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... DVD-Audio disc using , refer to all components equipped with 30- "HDMI Setup" - Compatible audio format Details 2-channel linear PCM 2ch 32-192 kHz 16/20/24 bits Multi-channel linear PCM 8ch 32-192 kHz 16/20/24 bits Dolby Digital, DTS Bitstream Discs (examples) CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio DVD-Audio DVD-Video Copyright protection system (HDCP) In order to the AVR-1908. • To output the sound from the TV, make the settings at menu "Manual Setup" - When connecting with an HDMI/DVI converter cable (adapter) • HDMI video signals...
... DVD-Audio disc using , refer to all components equipped with 30- "HDMI Setup" - Compatible audio format Details 2-channel linear PCM 2ch 32-192 kHz 16/20/24 bits Multi-channel linear PCM 8ch 32-192 kHz 16/20/24 bits Dolby Digital, DTS Bitstream Discs (examples) CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio DVD-Audio DVD-Video Copyright protection system (HDCP) In order to the AVR-1908. • To output the sound from the TV, make the settings at menu "Manual Setup" - When connecting with an HDMI/DVI converter cable (adapter) • HDMI video signals...
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... FM antenna cable plug can receive XM® Satellite Radio by connecting to the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock (includes home antenna, sold separately) and subscribing to the XM service. • Plug the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock into the XM connector on the rear panel. • Position the Home Dock antenna near a south-facing window to the operating instructions of the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock. b. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting XM connector • The AVR-1908...
... FM antenna cable plug can receive XM® Satellite Radio by connecting to the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock (includes home antenna, sold separately) and subscribing to the XM service. • Plug the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock into the XM connector on the rear panel. • Position the Home Dock antenna near a south-facing window to the operating instructions of the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock. b. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting XM connector • The AVR-1908...
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...) Setup microphone b It is not recommended to the SETUP MIC jack on a tripod or stand with the microphone pointing directly up towards the ceiling. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Preparations 1 Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to hold it is strongly recommended to the settings, see pages 24, 25. The auto setup screen appears automatically. • Audyssey MultEQ® automatically measures the acoustical problems in your home theater...
...) Setup microphone b It is not recommended to the SETUP MIC jack on a tripod or stand with the microphone pointing directly up towards the ceiling. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Preparations 1 Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to hold it is strongly recommended to the settings, see pages 24, 25. The auto setup screen appears automatically. • Audyssey MultEQ® automatically measures the acoustical problems in your home theater...
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... for speakers in filters (subwoofers, etc.). A + B : Output test tone from front speakers B. Turn off while the settings are stored in the path while the measurements are displayed. The higher the number of normal operation. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Optimize settings for best results. [Selectable items] A : Output test tone from front speakers A. NOTE Do not turn the power off air conditioning units or other surrounding positions). A Amp Assign Start Cancel a Start Menu The settings...
... for speakers in filters (subwoofers, etc.). A + B : Output test tone from front speakers B. Turn off while the settings are stored in the path while the measurements are displayed. The higher the number of normal operation. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Optimize settings for best results. [Selectable items] A : Output test tone from front speakers A. NOTE Do not turn the power off air conditioning units or other surrounding positions). A Amp Assign Start Cancel a Start Menu The settings...
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... not use for each surround mode separately. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Error Messages If the auto setup procedure could be detected. • Check the speaker connections. which the speakers are quieter. • Speaker or subwoofer sound is completed. [Selectable items] Speaker Config. Assign : M ake settings for DIRECT or PURE DIRECT mode. [Selectable items] ON : Use room EQ. This is displayed after the auto setup procedure is too low for accurate • Either turn the power...
... not use for each surround mode separately. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Error Messages If the auto setup procedure could be detected. • Check the speaker connections. which the speakers are quieter. • Speaker or subwoofer sound is completed. [Selectable items] Speaker Config. Assign : M ake settings for DIRECT or PURE DIRECT mode. [Selectable items] ON : Use room EQ. This is displayed after the auto setup procedure is too low for accurate • Either turn the power...
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... Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Manual Setup Make detail settings for various parameters. "Subwoofer" is set to change the "Amp Assign" setting (vpage 28). Yes : S elect this procedure to set to "Yes". • Play music or a movie source and select the mode offering the strongest bass. • Select "LFE+Main" if you wish to "ZONE2". Speaker Setup Use this when a subwoofer is set . F Menu screen F MENU 1.Auto Setup 2.Manual Setup 3.Input Setup 4.Parameter 5.Information 2.Manual Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.HDMI Setup...
... Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Manual Setup Make detail settings for various parameters. "Subwoofer" is set to change the "Amp Assign" setting (vpage 28). Yes : S elect this procedure to set to "Yes". • Play music or a movie source and select the mode offering the strongest bass. • Select "LFE+Main" if you wish to "ZONE2". Speaker Setup Use this when a subwoofer is set . F Menu screen F MENU 1.Auto Setup 2.Manual Setup 3.Input Setup 4.Parameter 5.Information 2.Manual Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.HDMI Setup...
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... Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH d Dolby Digital Setup Set dynamic range for downmix playback of Dolby Digital sources. [Selectable items] ON : Compression is used for playing the four types of input signals listed below. f Auto Surround Mode Make setting for memorizing surround mode setting for each input signal type. [Selectable items] ON : Memorize settings. Adjust CH Select speaker adjustment method. [Selectable items] Each CH : A djust tonal quality for each speaker separately. q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals...
... Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH d Dolby Digital Setup Set dynamic range for downmix playback of Dolby Digital sources. [Selectable items] ON : Compression is used for playing the four types of input signals listed below. f Auto Surround Mode Make setting for memorizing surround mode setting for each input signal type. [Selectable items] ON : Memorize settings. Adjust CH Select speaker adjustment method. [Selectable items] Each CH : A djust tonal quality for each speaker separately. q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals...
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... zone) where surround playback is attenuated by 40 dB. -20dB : The sound is performed (multi-zone playback) or play the sound with high quality using the front speakers (bi-amp connections). [Selectable items] 7.1ch ZONE2 FrontA Bi-Amp FrontB Bi-Amp 2ch For details, see "Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations" (vpage 52 ~ 54). 28 F Menu screen F 2.Manual Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.HDMI Setup 3.Audio Setup 4.Zone2 Setup 5.Option Setup ENGLISH 2-5.Option Setup 1.Amp Assign 2.Vol.Control 3.Source Delete 4.On-Screen Display 5.Quick Select Name 6.Remote ID Setup 7.Display 8.Setup...
... zone) where surround playback is attenuated by 40 dB. -20dB : The sound is performed (multi-zone playback) or play the sound with high quality using the front speakers (bi-amp connections). [Selectable items] 7.1ch ZONE2 FrontA Bi-Amp FrontB Bi-Amp 2ch For details, see "Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations" (vpage 52 ~ 54). 28 F Menu screen F 2.Manual Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.HDMI Setup 3.Audio Setup 4.Zone2 Setup 5.Option Setup ENGLISH 2-5.Option Setup 1.Amp Assign 2.Vol.Control 3.Source Delete 4.On-Screen Display 5.Quick Select Name 6.Remote ID Setup 7.Display 8.Setup...
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... surround mode cannot be input] A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 space) [Selectable items] Analog : Play only signals from the analog, digital and EXT. Input source DVD/HDP TV/CBL VCR Default setting HDMI1 HDMI2 None V.AUX None • With HDMI, the video and audio signals are output to HDMI along with the video signal. EXT. n Selecting the EXT.IN mode Press the EXT.IN button. GOperation on the display. IN input. • Only set "PCM" and "DTS" when playing the respective signals. • When a digital signal is set menu "Input Mode...
... surround mode cannot be input] A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 space) [Selectable items] Analog : Play only signals from the analog, digital and EXT. Input source DVD/HDP TV/CBL VCR Default setting HDMI1 HDMI2 None V.AUX None • With HDMI, the video and audio signals are output to HDMI along with the video signal. EXT. n Selecting the EXT.IN mode Press the EXT.IN button. GOperation on the display. IN input. • Only set "PCM" and "DTS" when playing the respective signals. • When a digital signal is set menu "Input Mode...
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... audio signals to obtain richer playback sound. [Selectable items] OFF : Do not use RESTORER. Mode2 (RESTORER 96): Apply suitable bass and treble boost for all speakers. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH s Tone Control Adjust the tonal quality of speakers except front L and R speakers. The tone cannot be set when the input source is selected to obtain richer sound with "Manual EQ" (vpage 27). : Turn equalizer off . [Selectable items] ON : Playback without tone adjustment...
... audio signals to obtain richer playback sound. [Selectable items] OFF : Do not use RESTORER. Mode2 (RESTORER 96): Apply suitable bass and treble boost for all speakers. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH s Tone Control Adjust the tonal quality of speakers except front L and R speakers. The tone cannot be set when the input source is selected to obtain richer sound with "Manual EQ" (vpage 27). : Turn equalizer off . [Selectable items] ON : Playback without tone adjustment...
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... to adjust the "Audio Delay" while playing HDMI or component video signals, press u to set "OSD" to "OFF". The items displayed differ according to the input source. [Items to be checked using the STATUS button on the main unit. s ZONE2 Shows information about settings for individual program sources. OFF LOW MID HIGH h Audio Delay Compensate for main zone. IN, DIRECT or STEREO mode (with "Front Speaker" set surround mode is displayed. fs Format Offset Flag : The input signal's sampling frequency is displayed. : The number of channels...
... to adjust the "Audio Delay" while playing HDMI or component video signals, press u to set "OSD" to "OFF". The items displayed differ according to the input source. [Items to be checked using the STATUS button on the main unit. s ZONE2 Shows information about settings for individual program sources. OFF LOW MID HIGH h Audio Delay Compensate for main zone. IN, DIRECT or STEREO mode (with "Front Speaker" set surround mode is displayed. fs Format Offset Flag : The input signal's sampling frequency is displayed. : The number of channels...
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... (Auto Tuning) Press [MODE] to light the "AUTO" indicator on -screen display are erased by pressing [TUNER]. • If the desired station cannot be preset automatically at "Manual Setup" - NOTE Preset stations are displayed can be preset. 4 Press PRESET CHANNEL to select the preset number (1 to 8). 5 Press [MEMORY] again to complete the setting. 2 Set [MODE SELECTOR 1] to "AUDIO". (vpage 48 "Remote Control Unit Operations") 3 Press BAND to 8). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Playing Video and Audio...
... (Auto Tuning) Press [MODE] to light the "AUTO" indicator on -screen display are erased by pressing [TUNER]. • If the desired station cannot be preset automatically at "Manual Setup" - NOTE Preset stations are displayed can be preset. 4 Press PRESET CHANNEL to select the preset number (1 to 8). 5 Press [MEMORY] again to complete the setting. 2 Set [MODE SELECTOR 1] to "AUDIO". (vpage 48 "Remote Control Unit Operations") 3 Press BAND to 8). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Playing Video and Audio...
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... steps 1 to operate. 3 Operate the component. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Remote Control Unit Operations Main Remote Control Unit [Front] [MODE SELECTOR 1] [MODE SELECTOR 2] [Rear] [ZONE2 OFF] [NUMBER] [MAIN ON] Operating DENON Audio Components 1 Set [MODE SELECTOR 1] to "AUDIO". 2 Set [MODE SELECTOR 2] to the position for the component to "AUDIO" or "VIDEO". Operating Preset Components 1 Set [MODE SELECTOR 1] to be operated with a wide range of preset codes. • Some manufacturers use more than one...
... steps 1 to operate. 3 Operate the component. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Remote Control Unit Operations Main Remote Control Unit [Front] [MODE SELECTOR 1] [MODE SELECTOR 2] [Rear] [ZONE2 OFF] [NUMBER] [MAIN ON] Operating DENON Audio Components 1 Set [MODE SELECTOR 1] to "AUDIO". 2 Set [MODE SELECTOR 2] to the position for the component to "AUDIO" or "VIDEO". Operating Preset Components 1 Set [MODE SELECTOR 1] to be operated with a wide range of preset codes. • Some manufacturers use more than one...
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... wires tightly wire is set • Select an appropriate input input source do not match. speaker cables is • Check the insertion of the power cord is faulty. • Device you want to an low. "OFF". • The PURE DIRECT mode is damaged. • Turn off the power and contact a DENON service center. used. • Set is set to a place in which is turned too • Adjust the master volume to play and set . • Cancel the mute mode...
... wires tightly wire is set • Select an appropriate input input source do not match. speaker cables is • Check the insertion of the power cord is faulty. • Device you want to an low. "OFF". • The PURE DIRECT mode is damaged. • Turn off the power and contact a DENON service center. used. • Set is set to a place in which is turned too • Adjust the master volume to play and set . • Cancel the mute mode...
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...AVR-1908 and monitor are playing a monaural • The mode is set to something other than set to "AMP". player and monitor. • Input source does not match • The video conversion function recorder's video connection does not work for 6.1- movie software includes copy prevention signals and cannot be copied on the subwoofer's power. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting GAudioH Symptom Cause Countermeasure No sound is produced from surround DIRECT". different channel. • Surround back speaker...
...AVR-1908 and monitor are playing a monaural • The mode is set to something other than set to "AMP". player and monitor. • Input source does not match • The video conversion function recorder's video connection does not work for 6.1- movie software includes copy prevention signals and cannot be copied on the subwoofer's power. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting GAudioH Symptom Cause Countermeasure No sound is produced from surround DIRECT". different channel. • Surround back speaker...
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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications n Audio section • Power amplifier Rated output: Front (A, B): 90 W + 90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 120 W + 120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Center: 90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Surround: 90 W + 90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 120 W + 120 W (6 Ω...
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications n Audio section • Power amplifier Rated output: Front (A, B): 90 W + 90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 120 W + 120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Center: 90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Surround: 90 W + 90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) 120 W + 120 W (6 Ω...
