Literature/Product Sheet
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... so that all of DENON's high-grade A/V receiver, the AVR-1804 lets you adjust delay times and other musical instruments. • Large Aluminum Extruded Heatsink DENON uses large heatsink made of the AVR-1804 to secure it more faithful reproduction of surround sources. The AVR-1804 features a Cinema Equalizer... frame to suit your chair. s Single-Channel Surround Back Power Amp for 6.1 Surround and 2 Speaker Terminals for selected DENON models, along with remote control codes from percussion or other parameters so that you can be used for each of 6 power amps including one for...
... so that all of DENON's high-grade A/V receiver, the AVR-1804 lets you adjust delay times and other musical instruments. • Large Aluminum Extruded Heatsink DENON uses large heatsink made of the AVR-1804 to secure it more faithful reproduction of surround sources. The AVR-1804 features a Cinema Equalizer... frame to suit your chair. s Single-Channel Surround Back Power Amp for 6.1 Surround and 2 Speaker Terminals for selected DENON models, along with remote control codes from percussion or other parameters so that you can be used for each of 6 power amps including one for...
Owners Manual
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...such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources. Using the Remote Control Unit 19 ⁄0 Setting up the Speaker Systems 9 , Connections 10~18 . This remarkable ...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-939 1 t R6P/AA batteries 2 y AM loop antenna 1 u FM indoor antenna 1 r t y u 4 As ... Codes 128~132 2 ACCESSORIES Check that you for choosing the DENON AVR-1804/884 Digital Surround A/V receiver.
...such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources. Using the Remote Control Unit 19 ⁄0 Setting up the Speaker Systems 9 , Connections 10~18 . This remarkable ...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-939 1 t R6P/AA batteries 2 y AM loop antenna 1 u FM indoor antenna 1 r t y u 4 As ... Codes 128~132 2 ACCESSORIES Check that you for choosing the DENON AVR-1804/884 Digital Surround A/V receiver.
Owners Manual
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... @5 PRESET STATION select buttons 54, 56) @6 BAND button 55) @7 OUTPUT indicator 41) @8 SIGNAL indicator 37) @9 INPUT MODE indicator 37) #0 INPUT MODE button 36, 38, 48) #1 Remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR 19) #2 Power operation indicator 35) #3 FUNCTION knob 36, 40) #4 MAIN button 36) 7
... @5 PRESET STATION select buttons 54, 56) @6 BAND button 55) @7 OUTPUT indicator 41) @8 SIGNAL indicator 37) @9 INPUT MODE indicator 37) #0 INPUT MODE button 36, 38, 48) #1 Remote control sensor (REMOTE SENSOR 19) #2 Power operation indicator 35) #3 FUNCTION knob 36, 40) #4 MAIN button 36) 7
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LED (indicator 31, 34) MULTI ZONE buttons 34, 41, 42) SURROUND buttons 37, 43, 51) Remote control signal transmitter 19) POWER buttons 21, 31~33, 35) MAIN ZONE buttons 34, 42) Input source selector buttons 31~34, 36, 45) System buttons ..., 45) CH SELECT (channel select)/ ENTER button 20, 32, 44, 46) SURROUND BACK/RETURN button 32, 41, 48) SPEAKER button 35) DIMMER button 40) 8 ENGLISH Remote control unit • For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
LED (indicator 31, 34) MULTI ZONE buttons 34, 41, 42) SURROUND buttons 37, 43, 51) Remote control signal transmitter 19) POWER buttons 21, 31~33, 35) MAIN ZONE buttons 34, 42) Input source selector buttons 31~34, 36, 45) System buttons ..., 45) CH SELECT (channel select)/ ENTER button 20, 32, 44, 46) SURROUND BACK/RETURN button 32, 41, 48) SPEAKER button 35) DIMMER button 40) 8 ENGLISH Remote control unit • For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
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Step 1 (page 9 to 18) Choose the best location to 29) Finally, setting up the system. Step 2 (page 19) Next, insert the batteries into the remote control unit. ENGLISH 7 SETTING UP THE SPEAKER SYSTEMS 2 Speaker system layout Basic system layout • The following is an example of the basic layout for a ...
Step 1 (page 9 to 18) Choose the best location to 29) Finally, setting up the system. Step 2 (page 19) Next, insert the batteries into the remote control unit. ENGLISH 7 SETTING UP THE SPEAKER SYSTEMS 2 Speaker system layout Basic system layout • The following is an example of the basic layout for a ...
Owners Manual
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... operating instructions of this happens, turn on and standby from the remote control unit or power switch. NOTES: • Use 75 Ω/ohms cable pin cords for coaxial connections. • Use optical cables for instructions on when recording via the AVR-1804/884. ENGLISH 8 CONNECTIONS • Do not plug in generating hum or...
... operating instructions of this happens, turn on and standby from the remote control unit or power switch. NOTES: • Use 75 Ω/ohms cable pin cords for coaxial connections. • Use optical cables for instructions on when recording via the AVR-1804/884. ENGLISH 8 CONNECTIONS • Do not plug in generating hum or...
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...shorten or operation will become difficult if there are correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.) • Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will not be used for verifying operation. w Insert the R6P/AA batteries properly, as possible. NOTES: • Use only... R6P/AA batteries for replacement. • Be sure the polarities 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...
...shorten or operation will become difficult if there are correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.) • Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will not be used for verifying operation. w Insert the R6P/AA batteries properly, as possible. NOTES: • Use only... R6P/AA batteries for replacement. • Be sure the polarities 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...
Owners Manual
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... = ON Ext. In SW Level = +15 dB Power AMP Assignment On Screen Display Auto Tuner Presets Set this to display the system setup on the remote control unit or main unit are required to set up the listening room's AV system centered around the this unit. • Use the following buttons...
... = ON Ext. In SW Level = +15 dB Power AMP Assignment On Screen Display Auto Tuner Presets Set this to display the system setup on the remote control unit or main unit are required to set up the listening room's AV system centered around the this unit. • Use the following buttons...
Owners Manual
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... all the components 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 "... on the remote control unit. 3 Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to read small characters on -screen display function is designed for use with high resolution monitor TVs, so it may be finished at any time. The changes to the settings made up . ENGLISH NOTES: • The AVR-1804/884's on...
... all the components 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 "... on the remote control unit. 3 Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to read small characters on -screen display function is designed for use with high resolution monitor TVs, so it may be finished at any time. The changes to the settings made up . ENGLISH NOTES: • The AVR-1804/884's on...
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Setting the Test Tone • 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. (For details, see page 43.) 1 Select "Yes". 15 T.TONE
Setting the Test Tone • 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. (For details, see page 43.) 1 Select "Yes". 15 T.TONE
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... reverse) : Stop : Play : Auto search (cue) : Pause : Switch discs (for the component to the component's operating instructions. While this remote control is at "AUDIO" position. 30 ENGLISH 11 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Operating DENON audio components • Turn on the power of components may not be operated. (CD, CDR/MD or Tape deck) 3 1 2 3 3 Operate...
... reverse) : Stop : Play : Auto search (cue) : Pause : Switch discs (for the component to the component's operating instructions. While this remote control is at "AUDIO" position. 30 ENGLISH 11 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Operating DENON audio components • Turn on the power of components may not be operated. (CD, CDR/MD or Tape deck) 3 1 2 3 3 Operate...
Owners Manual
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...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) 31 ENGLISH Preset memory DENON and other makes of components can be used for the pressed buttons are of .../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. To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote control unit's transmitting window while setting the preset memory. • Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function cannot be used to operate...
...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) 31 ENGLISH Preset memory DENON and other makes of components can be used for the pressed buttons are of .../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. To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote control unit's transmitting window while setting the preset memory. • Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function cannot be used to operate...
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... to the VIDEO side for that component. 2. Digital video disc player (DVD, DVD SETUP) system buttons POWER : Power on/standby (ON/SOURCE) 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...Return SETUP : Setup D, H, F, G : Cursor up, down, left and right ENTER : Enter setting NOTE: • Some manufacturers use different names for the DVD remote control buttons, so also refer to the instructions on /standby (ON/SOURCE) 6,7 : Manual search (forward and reverse) 2 : Stop 1 : Play 8,9 : Auto search...
... to the VIDEO side for that component. 2. Digital video disc player (DVD, DVD SETUP) system buttons POWER : Power on/standby (ON/SOURCE) 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...Return SETUP : Setup D, H, F, G : Cursor up, down, left and right ENTER : Enter setting NOTE: • Some manufacturers use different names for the DVD remote control buttons, so also refer to the instructions on /standby (ON/SOURCE) 6,7 : Manual search (forward and reverse) 2 : Stop 1 : Play 8,9 : Auto search...
Owners Manual
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...the ON/STANDBY button on the main unit or ON/SOURCE button on the remote control unit to turn the speaker on. 3 4 2 (Main unit) (Remote control unit) • The front speaker A, B setting can be also be changed with the remote control unit) 3 Turn on the power. When pressed again, the power turns... off, the standby mode is set to the "ON" position until sound is output. ENGLISH 3 4 35 ON/STANDBY Light (Main unit) (Remote control unit) • ON/STANDBY When the button is pressed, the power turns on and off. 4 Select the front speakers. This is due to the...
...the ON/STANDBY button on the main unit or ON/SOURCE button on the remote control unit to turn the speaker on. 3 4 2 (Main unit) (Remote control unit) • The front speaker A, B setting can be also be changed with the remote control unit) 3 Turn on the power. When pressed again, the power turns... off, the standby mode is set to the "ON" position until sound is output. ENGLISH 3 4 35 ON/STANDBY Light (Main unit) (Remote control unit) • ON/STANDBY When the button is pressed, the power turns on and off. 4 Select the front speakers. This is due to the...
Owners Manual
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...source to the external decoder input jacks are decoded and played. Select the AUTO or DTS mode when playing signals recorded in the AVR-1804/884's surround decoder is detected, the signals input to the analog input jacks are played without passing through the surround circuitry. IN... (external decoder input jack selection mode) The signals being input. AUTO PCM DTS (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 2 Input mode selection function Different input modes can be generated when using this mode to the digital and analog input jacks...
...source to the external decoder input jacks are decoded and played. Select the AUTO or DTS mode when playing signals recorded in the AVR-1804/884's surround decoder is detected, the signals input to the analog input jacks are played without passing through the surround circuitry. IN... (external decoder input jack selection mode) The signals being input. AUTO PCM DTS (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 2 Input mode selection function Different input modes can be generated when using this mode to the digital and analog input jacks...
Owners Manual
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...level is set as described on the input signal. However, when the channel level is displayed on the master volume level display. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) The volume can be adjusted within the range of -70 to 0 to "18 dB - (Maximum value of channel level)".) Input mode ... 18 dB, in the "ANALOG" or "PCM" mode. Press the SURROUND MODE button, then turn the SELECT knob. Example: Stereo (Main unit) (Remote control unit) To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, tone defeat or tone control, press the surround mode button then operate the...
...level is set as described on the input signal. However, when the channel level is displayed on the master volume level display. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) The volume can be adjusted within the range of -70 to 0 to "18 dB - (Maximum value of channel level)".) Input mode ... 18 dB, in the "ANALOG" or "PCM" mode. Press the SURROUND MODE button, then turn the SELECT knob. Example: Stereo (Main unit) (Remote control unit) To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, tone defeat or tone control, press the surround mode button then operate the...
Owners Manual
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...achieve good quality 2- In addition, signals cannot be played. ENGLISH Playback using the external input (EXT. Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs) The AVR-1804/884 is output to the FL (front left), FR (front right), C (center), SL (surround left and right) speaker systems without passing ... OUT SUBWOOFER jack. 2 Cancelling the external input mode To cancel the external input (EXT. IN to switch the external input. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) Once this mode to the external input (EXT. channel sound while watching images. IN) jacks 1 Set the external input (EXT. ...
...achieve good quality 2- In addition, signals cannot be played. ENGLISH Playback using the external input (EXT. Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs) The AVR-1804/884 is output to the FL (front left), FR (front right), C (center), SL (surround left and right) speaker systems without passing ... OUT SUBWOOFER jack. 2 Cancelling the external input mode To cancel the external input (EXT. IN to switch the external input. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) Once this mode to the external input (EXT. channel sound while watching images. IN) jacks 1 Set the external input (EXT. ...
Owners Manual
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... raise the volume level excessively when using the video select button. • Switch the program source to the component connected to the video input jacks. (Remote control unit) 1 Display 1 1 1 IN=V SOURCE 39 The pre-out output (including the speaker output) is automatically turned off temporarily (muting) 1 Use this switch to the...
... raise the volume level excessively when using the video select button. • Switch the program source to the component connected to the video input jacks. (Remote control unit) 1 Display 1 1 1 IN=V SOURCE 39 The pre-out output (including the speaker output) is automatically turned off temporarily (muting) 1 Use this switch to the...
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... the unit's operating status while playing a source by pressing the main unit's DIMMER button repeatedly. (Main unit) BRIGHT MEDIUM OFF DIM (Remote control unit) 21 1 2 Multi-source recording Playing one source while recording another (REC OUT mode) 1 Press the ZONE2/REC button. ...information as follows each time the button is pressed. Also, the unit's operating status can be checked during playback by pressing the remote (Remote control unit) control unit's ON SCREEN/DISPLAY button. Front panel display • Descriptions of that operation appears on which you want ...
... the unit's operating status while playing a source by pressing the main unit's DIMMER button repeatedly. (Main unit) BRIGHT MEDIUM OFF DIM (Remote control unit) 21 1 2 Multi-source recording Playing one source while recording another (REC OUT mode) 1 Press the ZONE2/REC button. ...information as follows each time the button is pressed. Also, the unit's operating status can be checked during playback by pressing the remote (Remote control unit) control unit's ON SCREEN/DISPLAY button. Front panel display • Descriptions of that operation appears on which you want ...
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... amplifier for use for MAIN ZONE. • When a sold separately room-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. • To use the surround back speaker, turn... ZONE2 mode : AUDIO signal cable : SPEAKER cable RC-617 AVR-1804/884 FL C FR SW SL RC-616 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT SR SB (Main unit's front panel) (Remote control unit) (Light) (Light) 2 MULTI ZONE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (When using the remote control unit. BACK mode. • 6.1-channel playback using the...
... amplifier for use for MAIN ZONE. • When a sold separately room-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. • To use the surround back speaker, turn... ZONE2 mode : AUDIO signal cable : SPEAKER cable RC-617 AVR-1804/884 FL C FR SW SL RC-616 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT SR SB (Main unit's front panel) (Remote control unit) (Light) (Light) 2 MULTI ZONE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (When using the remote control unit. BACK mode. • 6.1-channel playback using the...