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... of DTS Technology. NEW MODEL I N F O R M AT I O N AVR-1905 s Multi-Function Preset Memory Remote Controller with Glo-keys The supplied system remote controller features a large selection of remote control codes to operate other manufacturers. Sources can be available for some products of delay... 2-channel sources such as CD, tape, stereo radio and stereo video sources into exciting surround sound, free of other manufacturers s DENON's Latest Surround Technology Faithfully Recreates the Surround Sound Produced at 100 Hz s FM Section Tuning frequency range......... 87.5 - 107.9 ...
... of DTS Technology. NEW MODEL I N F O R M AT I O N AVR-1905 s Multi-Function Preset Memory Remote Controller with Glo-keys The supplied system remote controller features a large selection of remote control codes to operate other manufacturers. Sources can be available for some products of delay... 2-channel sources such as CD, tape, stereo radio and stereo video sources into exciting surround sound, free of other manufacturers s DENON's Latest Surround Technology Faithfully Recreates the Surround Sound Produced at 100 Hz s FM Section Tuning frequency range......... 87.5 - 107.9 ...
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...c Cautions on Handling 5 v Features ...6 b Connections 7 ~ 15 n Part Names and Functions 16, 17 m Using the Remote Control Unit 18 , Setting up the System 19 ~ 30 . Remote Control Unit 31 ~ 35 ⁄0 Operation 36 ~ 41 ⁄1 Multi Zone 42 ~ 44 ⁄2 Surround 45 ~ ...before you for choosing the DENON AVR-1905/785 Digital A / V Surround Receiver. ENGLISH 2 INTRODUCTION Thank you begin hookup and operation 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-978 ...
...c Cautions on Handling 5 v Features ...6 b Connections 7 ~ 15 n Part Names and Functions 16, 17 m Using the Remote Control Unit 18 , Setting up the System 19 ~ 30 . Remote Control Unit 31 ~ 35 ⁄0 Operation 36 ~ 41 ⁄1 Multi Zone 42 ~ 44 ⁄2 Surround 45 ~ ...before you for choosing the DENON AVR-1905/785 Digital A / V Surround Receiver. ENGLISH 2 INTRODUCTION Thank you begin hookup and operation 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-978 ...
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... CD player or other noise. • Noise or humming may be generated if a connected audio equipment is above 120 W (1 A.). No power is supplied from the remote control unit. Never use the AC OUTLETS for connection to this unit's CD jacks using pin plug cords. Route the connection cords, etc., in generating...
... CD player or other noise. • Noise or humming may be generated if a connected audio equipment is above 120 W (1 A.). No power is supplied from the remote control unit. Never use the AC OUTLETS for connection to this unit's CD jacks using pin plug cords. Route the connection cords, etc., in generating...
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... 41) @4 VIDEO SELECT button 40) @5 OUTPUT indicators 44, 51) @6 MASTER VOLUME indicator 38) @7 Display @8 INPUT mode indicators 38) @9 SIGNAL indicators 38) #0 ANALOG button 37, 39) #1 Remote control sensor 18) #2 ZONE2/REC SELECT button 41, 44) #3 FUNCTION knob 37, 41, 44) #4 MAIN button 37) 16 IN button 37, 39) o BAND button 59...
... 41) @4 VIDEO SELECT button 40) @5 OUTPUT indicators 44, 51) @6 MASTER VOLUME indicator 38) @7 Display @8 INPUT mode indicators 38) @9 SIGNAL indicators 38) #0 ANALOG button 37, 39) #1 Remote control sensor 18) #2 ZONE2/REC SELECT button 41, 44) #3 FUNCTION knob 37, 41, 44) #4 MAIN button 37) 16 IN button 37, 39) o BAND button 59...
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... the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ). LED (indicator 32, 35) ZONE2 buttons 44) SURROUND buttons 38, 45, 55) ENGLISH Remote control signal transmitter 18) POWER buttons 21, 32~34, 36) MAIN buttons 44) Input source selector buttons 32~35, 37) System buttons 31, 33, 34...
... the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ). LED (indicator 32, 35) ZONE2 buttons 44) SURROUND buttons 38, 45, 55) ENGLISH Remote control signal transmitter 18) POWER buttons 21, 32~34, 36) MAIN buttons 44) Input source selector buttons 32~35, 37) System buttons 31, 33, 34...
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...will 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 replaced as quickly as possible when the time comes. • Even if less than a year has passed, replace ...the batteries with clothing, etc. NOTES: • The remote control unit can be used for verifying operation. w Insert the R6P/AA batteries properly, as shown on hand so that the old batteries can be...
...will 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 replaced as quickly as possible when the time comes. • Even if less than a year has passed, replace ...the batteries with clothing, etc. NOTES: • The remote control unit can be used for verifying operation. w Insert the R6P/AA batteries properly, as shown on hand so that the old batteries can be...
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...frequency response. ENTER button Press this to switch the surround back channel's power amplifier for use this change what appears on the remote control unit or main unit are produced from the monitor output terminal. This selects the subwoofer speaker for the different input sources...components have been completed as described in "CONNECTIONS" (see pages 7 to prevent flickering. Set the frequency (Hz) below on the monitor screen using the AVR-1905/785's on the display. Surround Back Sp. Surround Back On Screen Display = ON /Mode 1 19 CURSOR buttons (•, ª, 0, 1) ...
...frequency response. ENTER button Press this to switch the surround back channel's power amplifier for use this change what appears on the remote control unit or main unit are produced from the monitor output terminal. This selects the subwoofer speaker for the different input sources...components have been completed as described in "CONNECTIONS" (see pages 7 to prevent flickering. Set the frequency (Hz) below on the monitor screen using the AVR-1905/785's on the display. Surround Back Sp. Surround Back On Screen Display = ON /Mode 1 19 CURSOR buttons (•, ª, 0, 1) ...
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... cannot be finished at any time. ENGLISH Before setting up the system 1 Refer to "CONNECTIONS" (pages 7 to turn the power on and off from the remote control unit. 3 ON / STANDBY Turn on the power. System set up. In this position to 15) and check that point are correct. 2 ON OFF Press... of the slide switch on and off . NOTE: Press the SYSTEM SETUP button again to the Speaker Configuration set up can be turned on the remote control unit. 5 Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to finish system set up to that all connections are entered. 21 The changes to...
... cannot be finished at any time. ENGLISH Before setting up the system 1 Refer to "CONNECTIONS" (pages 7 to turn the power on and off from the remote control unit. 3 ON / STANDBY Turn on the power. System set up. In this position to 15) and check that point are correct. 2 ON OFF Press... of the slide switch on and off . NOTE: Press the SYSTEM SETUP button again to the Speaker Configuration set up can be turned on the remote control unit. 5 Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to finish system set up to that all connections are entered. 21 The changes to...
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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 45.) 1 • Use the (left) button to the Test Tone. • Press the ENTER or Assignment. (down) button to switch to the Digital In 17 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 45.) 1 • Use the (left) button to the Test Tone. • Press the ENTER or Assignment. (down) button to switch to the Digital In 17 T.TONE
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... : Switch between decks A and B SHIFT : Switch preset channel range CHANNEL : Preset channel +, - up /down TUNING : Frequency +, - 9 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Operating DENON audio components • Turn on the power of components may not be operated when the switch is compatible with this... remote control. 1. Tuner system buttons 6 : Rewind 7 : Fast-forward 2 : Stop 1 : Forward play 0 : Reverse play A/B : Switch between auto and mono ...
... : Switch between decks A and B SHIFT : Switch preset channel range CHANNEL : Preset channel +, - up /down TUNING : Frequency +, - 9 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT Operating DENON audio components • Turn on the power of components may not be operated when the switch is compatible with this... remote control. 1. Tuner system buttons 6 : Rewind 7 : Fast-forward 2 : Stop 1 : Forward play 0 : Reverse play A/B : Switch between auto and mono ...
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... list of the component 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) 32 The preset codes are emitted while setting the preset memory. ENGLISH Preset memory... DENON and other manufacturers by setting the preset memory. Operation is not possible for one type of remote control code. To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote control unit's transmitting window while setting the preset memory. •...
... list of the component 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) 32 The preset codes are emitted while setting the preset memory. ENGLISH Preset memory... DENON and other manufacturers by setting the preset memory. Operation is not possible for one type of remote control code. To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote control unit's transmitting window while setting the preset memory. •...
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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 /standby (ON/SOURCE) OFF : DENON DVD Power off 6,7 : Manual search (forward and reverse) 2 : Stop 1 : Play 8,9 : Auto search (to "AUDIO" ...or "VIDEO". Digital video disc player (DVD) system buttons POWER : Power on remote control for the DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR ...
... 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 /standby (ON/SOURCE) OFF : DENON DVD Power off 6,7 : Manual search (forward and reverse) 2 : Stop 1 : Play 8,9 : Auto search (to "AUDIO" ...or "VIDEO". Digital video disc player (DVD) system buttons POWER : Power on remote control for the DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR ...
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... the power on the power. ON OFF (Main unit) • ¢ ON The power turns on and the display lights. ON / STANDBY (Main unit) (Remote control unit) When pressed, the power turns on and indicator is off and indicator is light. Press the SPEAKER A or B button to turn the speaker... unit) • The front speaker A, B setting can be also be turned on and off from the remote control unit. 2 Turn on and off from the included remote control unit. • £ OFF The power turns off . Press the Power ON/STANDBY switch (button). The sound is set and the display turns...
... the power on the power. ON OFF (Main unit) • ¢ ON The power turns on and the display lights. ON / STANDBY (Main unit) (Remote control unit) When pressed, the power turns on and indicator is off and indicator is light. Press the SPEAKER A or B button to turn the speaker... unit) • The front speaker A, B setting can be also be turned on and off from the remote control unit. 2 Turn on and off from the included remote control unit. • £ OFF The power turns off . Press the Power ON/STANDBY switch (button). The sound is set and the display turns...
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...8226; Selecting the analog mode Press the ANALOG button to switch to switch the external input. EXT. AUTO PCM DTS INPUT MODE (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 2 Input mode selection function Different input modes can be selected for the selected input source are stored in the "PCM" (exclusive ...If so, play Dolby Digital signals. IN to the analog input. This mode can be generated when using this mode to play in the AVR-1905/785's surround decoder is being input. NOTE: • Note that noise may be selected for the separate input sources are detected and the ...
...8226; Selecting the analog mode Press the ANALOG button to switch to switch the external input. EXT. AUTO PCM DTS INPUT MODE (Main unit) (Remote control unit) 2 Input mode selection function Different input modes can be selected for the selected input source are stored in the "PCM" (exclusive ...If so, play Dolby Digital signals. IN to the analog input. This mode can be generated when using this mode to play in the AVR-1905/785's surround decoder is being input. NOTE: • Note that noise may be selected for the separate input sources are detected and the ...
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...unit) To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, tone defeat or tone control, press the surround mode button then operate the selector. (Remote control unit) SURROUND MODE (Main unit) 4 Start playback on the selected component. • For operating instructions, refer to 18 dB, in the ...the source component to the digital input jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) and set as described on the master volume level display. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) The volume can be output if DTS-compatible CDs or LDs are being input properly. Press the SURROUND MODE button, then ...
...unit) To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, tone defeat or tone control, press the surround mode button then operate the selector. (Remote control unit) SURROUND MODE (Main unit) 4 Start playback on the selected component. • For operating instructions, refer to 18 dB, in the ...the source component to the digital input jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) and set as described on the master volume level display. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) The volume can be output if DTS-compatible CDs or LDs are being input properly. Press the SURROUND MODE button, then ...
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...) or ANALOG button to switch to the desired input mode. (See page 37.) INPUT MODE ANALOG (Main unit) (Remote control unit) • When the input mode is connected, then set to the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack. 2 Cancelling... playback modes exclusively for any input source. EXT. IN button to switch the external input. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) Once this mode to "ON". IN), the play modes other than the external input mode, the... the surround circuitry. Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs) The AVR-1905/785 is selected, the input signals connected to EXT.
...) or ANALOG button to switch to the desired input mode. (See page 37.) INPUT MODE ANALOG (Main unit) (Remote control unit) • When the input mode is connected, then set to the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack. 2 Cancelling... playback modes exclusively for any input source. EXT. IN button to switch the external input. (Main unit) (Remote control unit) Once this mode to "ON". IN), the play modes other than the external input mode, the... the surround circuitry. Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs) The AVR-1905/785 is selected, the input signals connected to EXT.
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... button is automatically turned off when headphones are connected. The pre-out output (including the speaker output) is pressed. Connect the headphones to the video (Remote control unit) input jacks. 40 1 1 1 Display IN=V SOURCE ENGLISH After starting playback [1] Adjusting the sound quality (tone) The tone control function will also be adjusted...
... button is automatically turned off when headphones are connected. The pre-out output (including the speaker output) is pressed. Connect the headphones to the video (Remote control unit) input jacks. 40 1 1 1 Display IN=V SOURCE ENGLISH After starting playback [1] Adjusting the sound quality (tone) The tone control function will also be adjusted...
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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. STATUS (Main unit) 2 Using the dimmer function • Use this to check the unit's operating status while... knob and select "SOURCE". In addition, the display can be switched to change the brightness of the display. DIMMER (Main unit) BRIGHT MEDIUM OFF DIM (Remote control unit) ENGLISH 21 1 2 Multi-source recording Playing one source while recording another (REC OUT mode) 1 Press the ZONE2/REC SELECT button. The display ...
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. STATUS (Main unit) 2 Using the dimmer function • Use this to check the unit's operating status while... knob and select "SOURCE". In addition, the display can be switched to change the brightness of the display. DIMMER (Main unit) BRIGHT MEDIUM OFF DIM (Remote control unit) ENGLISH 21 1 2 Multi-source recording Playing one source while recording another (REC OUT mode) 1 Press the ZONE2/REC SELECT button. The display ...
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...separately sold ) control line MULTI SOURCE AUDIO signal cable * Refer to CONNECTIONS on pages 7 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 played in rooms other than the main zone... in which this unit and the playback devices are installed. (Refer to the recording output mode, zone2 remote ...
...separately sold ) control line MULTI SOURCE AUDIO signal cable * Refer to CONNECTIONS on pages 7 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 played in rooms other than the main zone... in which this unit and the playback devices are installed. (Refer to the recording output mode, zone2 remote ...
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... OUT and PRE OUT terminals can be used simultaneously in ZONE2. • To use the ZONE2, turn on pages 7 to CONNECTIONS on the ZONE2 button (remote control unit). • The output of the ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT & SRB/Z2 RCA terminals can be adjusted with the... 5.1-channel systems Monitor FL DVD player B Input C This unit FR SW ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT ZONE 2 RC-617 SL RC-616 SR SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-978 PROGRAMMABLE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ROOM-TO-ROOM REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM (separately sold) control line MULTI SOURCE AUDIO signal cable SPEAKER cable * Refer to 15. 43 buttons.
... OUT and PRE OUT terminals can be used simultaneously in ZONE2. • To use the ZONE2, turn on pages 7 to CONNECTIONS on the ZONE2 button (remote control unit). • The output of the ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT & SRB/Z2 RCA terminals can be adjusted with the... 5.1-channel systems Monitor FL DVD player B Input C This unit FR SW ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT ZONE 2 RC-617 SL RC-616 SR SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-978 PROGRAMMABLE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT ROOM-TO-ROOM REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM (separately sold) control line MULTI SOURCE AUDIO signal cable SPEAKER cable * Refer to 15. 43 buttons.