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New model information AVR-1909 AV Surround Receiver A/V Surround Receiver featuring Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and 1080p HD Video that enhances your level of existing DVDs - Reproduce as perfect as a content producer intend to express (Denon Circuitry and Construction for optimum playback of sound sources ...Dock (ASD-1R) • Optional iPod/iPhone Audio/Photo and Video Playback Dock (ASD-11R) Multi-Zone Capability • 2 source / 2 zone capability Ease-of -the-art Denon Solutions for ultimate HD video performance in each block • New 32-bit floating point high precision DSP...
New model information AVR-1909 AV Surround Receiver A/V Surround Receiver featuring Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and 1080p HD Video that enhances your level of existing DVDs - Reproduce as perfect as a content producer intend to express (Denon Circuitry and Construction for optimum playback of sound sources ...Dock (ASD-1R) • Optional iPod/iPhone Audio/Photo and Video Playback Dock (ASD-11R) Multi-Zone Capability • 2 source / 2 zone capability Ease-of -the-art Denon Solutions for ultimate HD video performance in each block • New 32-bit floating point high precision DSP...
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...range Usable sensitivity 87.5 - 107.9 MHz 1.0 μV (11.2 dBf) AM section Tuning frequency range 520 - 1710 kHz REC 1 Analog Audio REC 2 Zone 2 1 Audio PRE out (Sub woofer) 1 Digital OPTICAL 1 Usable sensitivity 18 μV Others Dock Control Port 1 General Sirius Connector 1 Power supply AC...EXT. State-of-the-art Denon Solutions for Maximizing Content Quality • Robust power source for each block, for stable supply of current To produce a clear, stable power circuit that prevents unwanted noise from affecting the sound, the AVR-1909 has a dedicated CPU transformer...
...range Usable sensitivity 87.5 - 107.9 MHz 1.0 μV (11.2 dBf) AM section Tuning frequency range 520 - 1710 kHz REC 1 Analog Audio REC 2 Zone 2 1 Audio PRE out (Sub woofer) 1 Digital OPTICAL 1 Usable sensitivity 18 μV Others Dock Control Port 1 General Sirius Connector 1 Power supply AC...EXT. State-of-the-art Denon Solutions for Maximizing Content Quality • Robust power source for each block, for stable supply of current To produce a clear, stable power circuit that prevents unwanted noise from affecting the sound, the AVR-1909 has a dedicated CPU transformer...
Owners Manual - English
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... Other Devices 16 Video Camera / Game Console 16 Component with Multi-channel Output connectors 17 XM connector 17 SIRIUS connector 18 Antenna terminals 19 Multi-zone 20 External Controller 20 Connecting the Power Cord 21 Once Connections are Completed 21 Menu Operations Operations 22 Example of Display of Default Values 22...
... Other Devices 16 Video Camera / Game Console 16 Component with Multi-channel Output connectors 17 XM connector 17 SIRIUS connector 18 Antenna terminals 19 Multi-zone 20 External Controller 20 Connecting the Power Cord 21 Once Connections are Completed 21 Menu Operations Operations 22 Example of Display of Default Values 22...
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...Functions Other Operations 61 Recording on the iPod 60 Remote Control Unit Operations Main Remote Control Unit (RC-1099 65 Operating DENON Audio Components 65 Presetting 65 Operating Preset Components 65 Punch Through Function 68 Sub Remote Control Unit (RC-1107 68 ...Getting Started Thank you for future reference. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Information Status 52 a MAIN ZONE 52 s ZONE2 52 Audio Input Signal 52 HDMI Information 53 a HDMI Signal Information 53 s HDMI ...
...Functions Other Operations 61 Recording on the iPod 60 Remote Control Unit Operations Main Remote Control Unit (RC-1099 65 Operating DENON Audio Components 65 Presetting 65 Operating Preset Components 65 Punch Through Function 68 Sub Remote Control Unit (RC-1107 68 ...Getting Started Thank you for future reference. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Information Status 52 a MAIN ZONE 52 s ZONE2 52 Audio Input Signal 52 HDMI Information 53 a HDMI Signal Information 53 s HDMI ...
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About the Remote Control Unit In addition to the AVR-1909, the included main remote control unit (RC-1099) can also be used to operate properly. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Cautions on Handling • Before .... 23 feet / 7 m (RC-1099) NOTE The set to direct sunlight, strong artificial light from this unit when it . q DENON system components w Non-DENON system components • By setting the preset memory (vpage 65 ~ 67) Inserting the Batteries q Lift the clasp and remove the rear cover...
About the Remote Control Unit In addition to the AVR-1909, the included main remote control unit (RC-1099) can also be used to operate properly. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Cautions on Handling • Before .... 23 feet / 7 m (RC-1099) NOTE The set to direct sunlight, strong artificial light from this unit when it . q DENON system components w Non-DENON system components • By setting the preset memory (vpage 65 ~ 67) Inserting the Batteries q Lift the clasp and remove the rear cover...
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... of deteriorating sound quality as the cursor p button when turned clockwise. • The control functions in parentheses ( ). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Part Names and Functions For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in the same way as the ENTER button when...
... of deteriorating sound quality as the cursor p button when turned clockwise. • The control functions in parentheses ( ). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Part Names and Functions For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in the same way as the ENTER button when...
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...signal channel indicators t Front speaker indicator These light according to "TUNER". • AUTO This lights when in . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Display Q5 Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 Q0 o i uy qw e rt q Input signal indicators w Input signal channel indicators These light when ... This lights when the REC OUT mode is properly tuned in the auto tuning mode. • STEREO In the FM mode, this lights when receiving analog stereo broadcasts. • TUNED This lights when the broadcast is selected.
...signal channel indicators t Front speaker indicator These light according to "TUNER". • AUTO This lights when in . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Display Q5 Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 Q0 o i uy qw e rt q Input signal indicators w Input signal channel indicators These light when ... This lights when the REC OUT mode is properly tuned in the auto tuning mode. • STEREO In the FM mode, this lights when receiving analog stereo broadcasts. • TUNED This lights when the broadcast is selected.
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... select buttons 54) b : T o select "SIRIUS", "XM" as the input source, use the SAT TU1/2 button. ENGLISH Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Remote Control Unit n Main Remote Control Unit (RC-1099) [ Rear ] [ Front ] q w e r t y u i o Q0 Q1 q ...59, 63) n Sub remote control unit for ZONE2 Q4 (RC-1107) SOURCE CONTROL switch settings and q operable buttons Q5 Q6 n When operating MAIN ZONE w i o "CD", "iPod/NETWORK" b1 "AUDIO" or "TUNER" b2 n When operating ZONE2 Q0 e "AUDIO" r Q1 "ZONE2" Q2...
... select buttons 54) b : T o select "SIRIUS", "XM" as the input source, use the SAT TU1/2 button. ENGLISH Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Remote Control Unit n Main Remote Control Unit (RC-1099) [ Rear ] [ Front ] q w e r t y u i o Q0 Q1 q ...59, 63) n Sub remote control unit for ZONE2 Q4 (RC-1107) SOURCE CONTROL switch settings and q operable buttons Q5 Q6 n When operating MAIN ZONE w i o "CD", "iPod/NETWORK" b1 "AUDIO" or "TUNER" b2 n When operating ZONE2 Q0 e "AUDIO" r Q1 "ZONE2" Q2...
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...) R R Stereo pin-plug cable Analog connections (monaural, for the equipment you are described in humming or noise. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Connections Connections for all connections have been completed. • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components... with right). • Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Please select the types of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-1909.
...) R R Stereo pin-plug cable Analog connections (monaural, for the equipment you are described in humming or noise. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Connections Connections for all connections have been completed. • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components... with right). • Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Please select the types of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-1909.
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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Video Conversion Function • This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-1909 into the format used Menu display Momentary status display when operating (...8226; HDMI signals cannot be converted into S-Video or Video format. • When a non-standard video signal from the AVR-1909 to anything other source is compatible with the following four types of video signals: Digital video signals: HDMI Analog video signals:...
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Video Conversion Function • This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-1909 into the format used Menu display Momentary status display when operating (...8226; HDMI signals cannot be converted into S-Video or Video format. • When a non-standard video signal from the AVR-1909 to anything other source is compatible with the following four types of video signals: Digital video signals: HDMI Analog video signals:...
Owners Manual - English
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... and Operations" (vpage 69 ~ 72). 10 S - - - S - - - S - - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Speaker Connections Speaker Installation The illustration below shows a typical speaker configuration for the AVR-1909. 7.1-channels 6.1-channels 5.1-channels 3.1-channels 2.1-channels 2-channels FRONT A/B SURROUND CENTER L R LR SS S SS SS S SS SS S SS SS S - - SURROUND BACK SUBWOOFER...
... and Operations" (vpage 69 ~ 72). 10 S - - - S - - - S - - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Speaker Connections Speaker Installation The illustration below shows a typical speaker configuration for the AVR-1909. 7.1-channels 6.1-channels 5.1-channels 3.1-channels 2.1-channels 2-channels FRONT A/B SURROUND CENTER L R LR SS S SS SS S SS SS S SS SS S - - SURROUND BACK SUBWOOFER...
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...Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Connecting the Speaker Cables Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and - (black) polarities on the speakers being connected to the AVR-1909, and be sure to interconnect the channels ...the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is isolated, and the power supply goes to thinking that the AVR-1909 has failed, please contact DENON Service center after the power supply cord is good. In this case, please switch off . The protection circuit ...
...Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Connecting the Speaker Cables Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and - (black) polarities on the speakers being connected to the AVR-1909, and be sure to interconnect the channels ...the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is isolated, and the power supply goes to thinking that the AVR-1909 has failed, please contact DENON Service center after the power supply cord is good. In this case, please switch off . The protection circuit ...
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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors With...not output if the input video signals do not match the monitor's resolution. "TV" (vpage 32). 12 b The AVR-1909 is compatible with the connected cable, etc. "HDMI Audio Out" setting (vpage 32) is not possible. • ...3a. When using a DVI cable, no audio signals are connected using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVR-1909 and monitor using HDMI/ DVI connections, both the connected Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player and monitor ...
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors With...not output if the input video signals do not match the monitor's resolution. "TV" (vpage 32). 12 b The AVR-1909 is compatible with the connected cable, etc. "HDMI Audio Out" setting (vpage 32) is not possible. • ...3a. When using a DVI cable, no audio signals are connected using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVR-1909 and monitor using HDMI/ DVI connections, both the connected Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player and monitor ...
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... using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Assign" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Connecting the Monitor • Select the terminal to use and connect the device. NOTE • The component video connectors may be...
... using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Assign" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Connecting the Monitor • Select the terminal to use and connect the device. NOTE • The component video connectors may be...
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... make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Assign" - "(input source to the AVR-1909. "iPod Dock" (vpage 42). "Assign" - CD Player CD player "6%*0 $0"9*"065 "6%*0 065 -3 LR LR iPod® Use a DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-1R, ASD-11R, ASD-3N or ASD-3W sold separately)... to connect the iPod to which iPod Dock assigned)" - ENGLISH 14 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications For instructions on the...
... make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Assign" - "(input source to the AVR-1909. "iPod Dock" (vpage 42). "Assign" - CD Player CD player "6%*0 $0"9*"065 "6%*0 065 -3 LR LR iPod® Use a DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-1R, ASD-11R, ASD-3N or ASD-3W sold separately)... to connect the iPod to which iPod Dock assigned)" - ENGLISH 14 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications For instructions on the...
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... Components Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be of the component connected to the AVR-1909's OPTICAL2 output connector to any input connector other than OPTICAL2. 15 "Assign" - NOTE Do not connect the output of the same..., make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Component In" (vpage 42). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH TV/CABLE Tuner Select the terminal to use and connect the device. Video Cassette Recorder Select the terminal to...
... Components Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be of the component connected to the AVR-1909's OPTICAL2 output connector to any input connector other than OPTICAL2. 15 "Assign" - NOTE Do not connect the output of the same..., make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Component In" (vpage 42). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH TV/CABLE Tuner Select the terminal to use and connect the device. Video Cassette Recorder Select the terminal to...
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... being used. Video Camera / Game Console Video camera / Game console 7*%&0 "6%*0 7*%&0 065 "6%*0 065 -3 LR LR LR LR 16 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH CD Recorder / MD Recorder / Tape Deck Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals, or digital connections if...
... being used. Video Camera / Game Console Video camera / Game console 7*%&0 "6%*0 7*%&0 065 "6%*0 065 -3 LR LR LR LR 16 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH CD Recorder / MD Recorder / Tape Deck Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals, or digital connections if...
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...Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Component with Multi-channel Output connectors Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player / External decoder 46# 800'&3 '30/5 -3 "6%*0 $&/5&3 463306/% -3 463306/% #"$, -3 LR LR LR LR LR LR XM connector • The AVR-1909 is a registered trademark...south-facing window to the operating instructions of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved. 17 When making connections, also refer to receive the best signal. You can be connected in the same way as a Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player (vpage 13...
...Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Component with Multi-channel Output connectors Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player / External decoder 46# 800'&3 '30/5 -3 "6%*0 $&/5&3 463306/% -3 463306/% #"$, -3 LR LR LR LR LR LR XM connector • The AVR-1909 is a registered trademark...south-facing window to the operating instructions of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved. 17 When making connections, also refer to receive the best signal. You can be connected in the same way as a Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player (vpage 13...
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Use the following map to receive the best signal. Area 4 : Point the antenna toward the sky in the east, northeast, or southeast, either through a window or outside. "SIRIUS", the SIRIUS dog...the menu. (vpage 42). Area 5 : Put the antenna outside . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications SIRIUS connector • The AVR-1909 is a SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready® receiver. You can receive SIRIUS® Satellite Radio by connecting to the SiriusConnect Home Tuner and subscribing to the SIRIUS service. •...
Use the following map to receive the best signal. Area 4 : Point the antenna toward the sky in the east, northeast, or southeast, either through a window or outside. "SIRIUS", the SIRIUS dog...the menu. (vpage 42). Area 5 : Put the antenna outside . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications SIRIUS connector • The AVR-1909 is a SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready® receiver. You can receive SIRIUS® Satellite Radio by connecting to the SiriusConnect Home Tuner and subscribing to the SIRIUS service. •...
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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Antenna terminals An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected to the grounding system of the building, as practical. 19 ...
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Antenna terminals An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected to the grounding system of the building, as practical. 19 ...