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... can be selected for Multi Zone Configurations The AVR-1803 provides a Multi Zone Output function and a Select function that source. ■ Multi-function Remote Controller • Self-illuminated GLO-KEY Remote Controller with a choice of 3 cross-over switching with Easy Recognition Layout • Pre-Memory Function for non-DENON components ■ Frequency Synthesis Tuning • 40-Station...
... can be selected for Multi Zone Configurations The AVR-1803 provides a Multi Zone Output function and a Select function that source. ■ Multi-function Remote Controller • Self-illuminated GLO-KEY Remote Controller with a choice of 3 cross-over switching with Easy Recognition Layout • Pre-Memory Function for non-DENON components ■ Frequency Synthesis Tuning • 40-Station...
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...you begin hookup and operation that all other audio components when moving the set for choosing the DENON AVR-1803/883 Digital Surround A / V receiver. AUX jacks The AVR-1803/883's front panel is provided with AV theater sources such as DVD, as well as ... antenna adapter 1 r t y u i 1 BEFORE USING Pay attention to the following parts are proper and that the illustrations in a safe place. Using the Remote Control Unit 18 ⁄0 Setting up the Speaker Systems 8 , Connections 9~17 . Setting the power amplifier assignment: • Make this unit: • Moving the...
...you begin hookup and operation that all other audio components when moving the set for choosing the DENON AVR-1803/883 Digital Surround A / V receiver. AUX jacks The AVR-1803/883's front panel is provided with AV theater sources such as DVD, as well as ... antenna adapter 1 r t y u i 1 BEFORE USING Pay attention to the following parts are proper and that the illustrations in a safe place. Using the Remote Control Unit 18 ⁄0 Setting up the Speaker Systems 8 , Connections 9~17 . Setting the power amplifier assignment: • Make this unit: • Moving the...
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... 34) @4 Display @5 Preset station select buttons 53, 55) @6 BAND button 54) @7 INPUT MODE indicator 34) @8 SIGNAL indicator 34) @9 INPUT MODE button 33, 35, 45) #0 Remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR 18) #1 Power operation indicator 32) #2 FUNCTION knob 33, 37, 42, 43, 45, 54) #3 MAIN button 33) 6 ENGLISH 5 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Front Panel •...
... 34) @4 Display @5 Preset station select buttons 53, 55) @6 BAND button 54) @7 INPUT MODE indicator 34) @8 SIGNAL indicator 34) @9 INPUT MODE button 33, 35, 45) #0 Remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR 18) #1 Power operation indicator 32) #2 FUNCTION knob 33, 37, 42, 43, 45, 54) #3 MAIN button 33) 6 ENGLISH 5 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Front Panel •...
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...~26, 29, 30, 41, 43) SURROUND BACK/RETURN button 29, 30, 45) DIMMER button 36) NOTE: • The shaded buttons do not function with the AVR-1803/883. (Nothing happens when they are pressed.) 7 Remote control unit • For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
...~26, 29, 30, 41, 43) SURROUND BACK/RETURN button 29, 30, 45) DIMMER button 36) NOTE: • The shaded buttons do not function with the AVR-1803/883. (Nothing happens when they are pressed.) 7 Remote control unit • For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
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.... 8 Surround speaker systems ENGLISH 6 READ THIS FIRST This AV Surround Receiver must be setup before use. Step 2 (page 18) Next, insert the batteries into the remote control unit.
.... 8 Surround speaker systems ENGLISH 6 READ THIS FIRST This AV Surround Receiver must be setup before use. Step 2 (page 18) Next, insert the batteries into the remote control unit.
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...for instructions on and standby from the remote control unit or power switch. If this happens, turn on the power of the other noise is generated when the ground wire is at standby. Connecting a turntable Connect the turntable's output cord to the AVR-1803/883's PHONO jacks, the L (left...• If humming or other components. Connecting the DIGITAL jacks Use these outlets is turned on and off when the power is supplied from the remote control unit. Connecting the AC OUTLETS AC OUTLETS • SWITCHED (total capacity - 120 W (1 A.)) The power to this terminal. No power is...
...for instructions on and standby from the remote control unit or power switch. If this happens, turn on the power of the other noise is generated when the ground wire is at standby. Connecting a turntable Connect the turntable's output cord to the AVR-1803/883's PHONO jacks, the L (left...• If humming or other components. Connecting the DIGITAL jacks Use these outlets is turned on and off when the power is supplied from the remote control unit. Connecting the AC OUTLETS AC OUTLETS • SWITCHED (total capacity - 120 W (1 A.)) The power to this terminal. No power is...
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... 23 feet/7 meters, but this distance will shorten or operation will become difficult if there are obstacles between the remote control unit and the remote control sensor, if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or other strong light, or if operated from an angle. • Neon ...the old batteries can be used for an extended period of time. • If batteries leak, dispose of the remote control unit Point the remote control unit at the remote control sensor as shown by the arrow and slide off. w Insert the R6P/AA batteries properly, as possible.) 18 Clean...
... 23 feet/7 meters, but this distance will shorten or operation will become difficult if there are obstacles between the remote control unit and the remote control sensor, if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or other strong light, or if operated from an angle. • Neon ...the old batteries can be used for an extended period of time. • If batteries leak, dispose of the remote control unit Point the remote control unit at the remote control sensor as shown by the arrow and slide off. w Insert the R6P/AA batteries properly, as possible.) 18 Clean...
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...1 Check that point are correct, then press the POWER operation switch on the main unit or the POWER button on the remote control unit to turn on the power. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 2 Press the SYSTEM SETUP button to enter the setting. *SYSTEM SET UP NOTE: Please make sure the "AUDIO..." position of the slide switch on the remote control unit. 3 Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the speaker configuration set up. SMALL LARGE SMALL NONE Press the ENTER or (left ...
...1 Check that point are correct, then press the POWER operation switch on the main unit or the POWER button on the remote control unit to turn on the power. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 2 Press the SYSTEM SETUP button to enter the setting. *SYSTEM SET UP NOTE: Please make sure the "AUDIO..." position of the slide switch on the remote control unit. 3 Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the speaker configuration set up. SMALL LARGE SMALL NONE Press the ENTER or (left ...
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... operating them. 1 Set mode switch 1 to "AUDIO". 2 Set mode switch 2 to the position for CD changers only) 3. up /down TUNING : Frequency +, - 11 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Operating DENON audio components • Turn on the power of components may not be operated. (CD, CDR/MD or Tape deck) 1 3 ENGLISH 3 2 3 Operate the audio component... 6, 7 2 1 8, 9 3 DISC SKIP+ : Manual search (forward and reverse) : Stop : Play : Auto search (cue) : Pause : Switch discs (for the component to be operated with this remote control. 1. While this remote control is at "AUDIO" position. 27
... operating them. 1 Set mode switch 1 to "AUDIO". 2 Set mode switch 2 to the position for CD changers only) 3. up /down TUNING : Frequency +, - 11 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Operating DENON audio components • Turn on the power of components may not be operated. (CD, CDR/MD or Tape deck) 1 3 ENGLISH 3 2 3 Operate the audio component... 6, 7 2 1 8, 9 3 DISC SKIP+ : Manual search (forward and reverse) : Stop : Play : Auto search (cue) : Pause : Switch discs (for the component to be operated with this remote control. 1. While this remote control is at "AUDIO" position. 27
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ENGLISH Preset memory DENON and other manufacturers without using the learning function by setting the preset memory. The preset codes are as shown on the List of Preset Codes (pages 126~130). To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote control unit's transmitting window while setting ... 3 Press the ON/SOURCE button and the OFF button at the same time. • Indicator flash. 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Referring to 4. This remote control unit can be used for some models. 1 Set mode switch 1 to "AUDIO" or "VIDEO". 3 Set the AUDIO side for the CD, Tape deck or CDR...
ENGLISH Preset memory DENON and other manufacturers without using the learning function by setting the preset memory. The preset codes are as shown on the List of Preset Codes (pages 126~130). To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote control unit's transmitting window while setting ... 3 Press the ON/SOURCE button and the OFF button at the same time. • Indicator flash. 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Referring to 4. This remote control unit can be used for some models. 1 Set mode switch 1 to "AUDIO" or "VIDEO". 3 Set the AUDIO side for the CD, Tape deck or CDR...
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... : Auto search (cue) 3 : Pause 0~9, +10 : 10 key NOTE: • Some manufacturers use different names for the DVD remote control buttons, so also refer to the instructions on remote control for the DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position. 3 2 Set mode switch 2 to the component you want to operate. 1...ENGLISH 3 2 3 Operate the component. • For details, refer to the component's operating instructions. Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit. 1. Set the AUDIO side for the CD, tape deck or CDR/MD position, to "AUDIO" or "VIDEO". Digital video disc player...
... : Auto search (cue) 3 : Pause 0~9, +10 : 10 key NOTE: • Some manufacturers use different names for the DVD remote control buttons, so also refer to the instructions on remote control for the DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position. 3 2 Set mode switch 2 to the component you want to operate. 1...ENGLISH 3 2 3 Operate the component. • For details, refer to the component's operating instructions. Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit. 1. Set the AUDIO side for the CD, tape deck or CDR/MD position, to "AUDIO" or "VIDEO". Digital video disc player...
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When pressed again, the power turns off, the standby mode is set to turn on the 3 power. 3 ON/STANDBY Light (Main unit) (Remote control unit) • ON/STANDBY When the button is pressed, the power turns on and the display lights after approximately 1 second. Press the ON/STANDBY button... all connections are required from the time the power operation switch is set and the display turns off. 2 Several seconds are correct. 2 Set the remote control unit's slide switch to the built-in muting circuit that prevents noise when the power switch is turned on and off. 32
When pressed again, the power turns off, the standby mode is set to turn on the 3 power. 3 ON/STANDBY Light (Main unit) (Remote control unit) • ON/STANDBY When the button is pressed, the power turns on and the display lights after approximately 1 second. Press the ON/STANDBY button... all connections are required from the time the power operation switch is set and the display turns off. 2 Several seconds are correct. 2 Set the remote control unit's slide switch to the built-in muting circuit that prevents noise when the power switch is turned on and off. 32
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... automatically in the DTS mode. • In some rare cases the noise may be selected for the different input sources. Example: CD (Main unit) (Remote control unit) To select the input source when ZONE2/REC OUT is selected, press the MAIN button then operate the input function selector. (Main unit) 2 Select...) In this mode to stop playback of signals being input to be output when CDs or LDs recorded in DTS format are played in the AVR-1803/883's surround decoder is detected, the signals input to the analog input jacks are detected and the program in the "PCM" (exclusive PCM ...
... automatically in the DTS mode. • In some rare cases the noise may be selected for the different input sources. Example: CD (Main unit) (Remote control unit) To select the input source when ZONE2/REC OUT is selected, press the MAIN button then operate the input function selector. (Main unit) 2 Select...) In this mode to stop playback of signals being input to be output when CDs or LDs recorded in DTS format are played in the AVR-1803/883's surround decoder is detected, the signals input to the analog input jacks are detected and the program in the "PCM" (exclusive PCM ...
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...) To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, channel volume or tone control, press the surround mode button then operate the selector. (Remote control unit) (Main unit) 4 Start playback on the master volume level display. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) The volume can be adjusted up to 18 dB, in the "ANALOG" or...
...) To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, channel volume or tone control, press the surround mode button then operate the selector. (Remote control unit) (Main unit) 4 Start playback on the master volume level display. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) The volume can be adjusted up to 18 dB, in the "ANALOG" or...
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...using the external input (EXT. IN to switch the external input. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) Once this mode. IN), the play mode (DIRECT, STEREO, DOLBY/DTS SURROUND...PCM, DTS) or ANALOG button to switch to the desired input mode. (See page 33.) (Main unit) (Remote control unit) • When the input mode is pressed. Press the EXT. BASS TREBLE (Main unit) 2 With the...then set for any input source. After starting playback [1] Adjusting the sound quality (tone) The tone control function will not work in steps of the EXT. In addition, the signal input to the SW ...
...using the external input (EXT. IN to switch the external input. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) Once this mode. IN), the play mode (DIRECT, STEREO, DOLBY/DTS SURROUND...PCM, DTS) or ANALOG button to switch to the desired input mode. (See page 33.) (Main unit) (Remote control unit) • When the input mode is pressed. Press the EXT. BASS TREBLE (Main unit) 2 With the...then set for any input source. After starting playback [1] Adjusting the sound quality (tone) The tone control function will not work in steps of the EXT. In addition, the signal input to the SW ...
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...simulcast playback. • Select "SOURCE" using headphones. 1 [3] Turning the sound off when headphones are also displayed on (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 1 the display. BRIGHT MEDIUM DIM OFF 1 1 21 36 Cancelling MUTING mode. • Press the MUTING button again. ...8226; Muting will also be 1 switched to check the unit's operating status (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 2 while playing a source by pressing the main (Main unit) (Remote control unit) unit's DIMMER button repeatedly. ENGLISH [2] Listening over headphones 1 Plug the headphones' plug into...
...simulcast playback. • Select "SOURCE" using headphones. 1 [3] Turning the sound off when headphones are also displayed on (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 1 the display. BRIGHT MEDIUM DIM OFF 1 1 21 36 Cancelling MUTING mode. • Press the MUTING button again. ...8226; Muting will also be 1 switched to check the unit's operating status (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 2 while playing a source by pressing the main (Main unit) (Remote control unit) unit's DIMMER button repeatedly. ENGLISH [2] Listening over headphones 1 Plug the headphones' plug into...
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... is only possible when the main unit in the ZONE2 mode.) (Remote control unit) 38 The main zone output can be controlled using the CHANNEL + and - buttons on the remote control unit. (This is set to "AUDIO" and "ZONE2". 2 (Remote control unit) 2 Press the ZONE2 "ON" button. 3 To cancel ...) 1 Set the slide switch to TUNER, the preset channel can be selected using the VOLUME + and - Press the ZONE2 "OFF" button. (Remote control unit) 1 3 Press the input source button • The ZONE2 source switches directly. 4 The output level of the ZONE 2 SPEAKER OUT terminals ...
... is only possible when the main unit in the ZONE2 mode.) (Remote control unit) 38 The main zone output can be controlled using the CHANNEL + and - buttons on the remote control unit. (This is set to "AUDIO" and "ZONE2". 2 (Remote control unit) 2 Press the ZONE2 "ON" button. 3 To cancel ...) 1 Set the slide switch to TUNER, the preset channel can be selected using the VOLUME + and - Press the ZONE2 "OFF" button. (Remote control unit) 1 3 Press the input source button • The ZONE2 source switches directly. 4 The output level of the ZONE 2 SPEAKER OUT terminals ...
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..."POWER AMP ASSIGN" switch. ZONE2 MAIN ZONE : SPEAKER cable REMOTE CONTROL UNIT with ZONE2 mode RC-617 AVR-1803/883 FL C FR SW SL RC-616 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT SR (Main unit's rear panel) (Light) (Main unit's front panel) (Remote control unit) 39 POWER AMP ASSIGN switch ...Set this to switch ...; When the main unit is set to -room remote control unit (DENON RC-616, 617 or 618) is wired and connected between the main zone and zone2, the remote-controllable devices in the main zone can be controlled from zone2 using the remote control unit. keys. • The SURROUND BACK button on...
..."POWER AMP ASSIGN" switch. ZONE2 MAIN ZONE : SPEAKER cable REMOTE CONTROL UNIT with ZONE2 mode RC-617 AVR-1803/883 FL C FR SW SL RC-616 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT SR (Main unit's rear panel) (Light) (Main unit's front panel) (Remote control unit) 39 POWER AMP ASSIGN switch ...Set this to switch ...; When the main unit is set to -room remote control unit (DENON RC-616, 617 or 618) is wired and connected between the main zone and zone2, the remote-controllable devices in the main zone can be controlled from zone2 using the remote control unit. keys. • The SURROUND BACK button on...
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.../DTS SURROUND (Dolby Pro Logic II or Dolby Digital or DTS) modes. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 2 Press the TEST TONE button. Test tones are output from the remote control unit, as (described) below. • The adjustment with the surround function, be performed from... in the memory of the slide switch on the remote control unit. 3 After completing the adjustment, press the TEST TONE button again. (Remote control unit) 1 1 2 2 2, 3 40 The adjusted playback levels for all the speakers. (Remote control unit) (Remote control unit) NOTE: Please make sure the "AUDIO" position...
.../DTS SURROUND (Dolby Pro Logic II or Dolby Digital or DTS) modes. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 2 Press the TEST TONE button. Test tones are output from the remote control unit, as (described) below. • The adjustment with the surround function, be performed from... in the memory of the slide switch on the remote control unit. 3 After completing the adjustment, press the TEST TONE button again. (Remote control unit) 1 1 2 2 2, 3 40 The adjusted playback levels for all the speakers. (Remote control unit) (Remote control unit) NOTE: Please make sure the "AUDIO" position...
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... the selected speaker. (Main unit) Only adjustable when the channel is selected with the CH VOL buttons on the main unit. (Remote control unit) Default setting of +12 to adjust. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) The channel switches as (described) below. 1 Select the speaker whose level you want to -12 dB using the test...
... the selected speaker. (Main unit) Only adjustable when the channel is selected with the CH VOL buttons on the main unit. (Remote control unit) Default setting of +12 to adjust. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) The channel switches as (described) below. 1 Select the speaker whose level you want to -12 dB using the test...