Literature/Product Sheet
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...; 4 HDMI inputs (Audio and Video) • Sirius and XM Satellite Radio ready • State-of-the-art Denon Solutions for optimum playback of entertainment enjoyment. New model information AVR-2809CI AV Surround Receiver A/V Surround Receiver featuring Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and 1080p HD Video that reproduces SD video material from DVD players and other sources in 1080p HD quality. Easy to 1080p • 1080p video pass through Connectivity & Future-ready Expandability Digital Media Connectivity...
...; 4 HDMI inputs (Audio and Video) • Sirius and XM Satellite Radio ready • State-of-the-art Denon Solutions for optimum playback of entertainment enjoyment. New model information AVR-2809CI AV Surround Receiver A/V Surround Receiver featuring Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and 1080p HD Video that reproduces SD video material from DVD players and other sources in 1080p HD quality. Easy to 1080p • 1080p video pass through Connectivity & Future-ready Expandability Digital Media Connectivity...
Literature/Product Sheet
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..., for setting maximum volume levels • Power-ON Volume Level Memory • Variable subwoofer crossover switching Input / Output Terminals: IN HDMI Component S-Video Composite Analog Audio (Tuner included) Analog EXT. Viewers often raise the volume for the particular source being heard without the OSD (On-Screen Display) on TV monitor. • EL programmable remote control unit • Three Quick Select Buttons • Auto setup, auto surround, auto signal detection • Auto Surround Back Channels on front panel Current status, such as the input source or audio format...
..., for setting maximum volume levels • Power-ON Volume Level Memory • Variable subwoofer crossover switching Input / Output Terminals: IN HDMI Component S-Video Composite Analog Audio (Tuner included) Analog EXT. Viewers often raise the volume for the particular source being heard without the OSD (On-Screen Display) on TV monitor. • EL programmable remote control unit • Three Quick Select Buttons • Auto setup, auto surround, auto signal detection • Auto Surround Back Channels on front panel Current status, such as the input source or audio format...
Owners Manual - English
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... Subwoofer Level 30 s 2ch Direct/Stereo 30 d Dolby Digital Setup 31 f Auto Surround Mode 31 g EQ Preset 31 ZONE Setup 31 a ZONE2 Setup 31 s ZONE3 Setup 31 Option Setup 32 a Amp Assign 32 s Volume Control 33 d Source Delete 33 f On-Screen Display 33 g Quick Select Name 34 h Trigger Out 34 j Remote ID Setup 34 k 232C Port 34 l Display 34 A0 Setup Lock 34 Input Setup Settings Related to Other Devices 16 Video Camera / Game Console 16 Component with HDMI Connectors 11 Connecting the Monitor 12 Connecting the Playback Components 12 Blu-ray Disc Player / DVD Player...
... Subwoofer Level 30 s 2ch Direct/Stereo 30 d Dolby Digital Setup 31 f Auto Surround Mode 31 g EQ Preset 31 ZONE Setup 31 a ZONE2 Setup 31 s ZONE3 Setup 31 Option Setup 32 a Amp Assign 32 s Volume Control 33 d Source Delete 33 f On-Screen Display 33 g Quick Select Name 34 h Trigger Out 34 j Remote ID Setup 34 k 232C Port 34 l Display 34 A0 Setup Lock 34 Input Setup Settings Related to Other Devices 16 Video Camera / Game Console 16 Component with HDMI Connectors 11 Connecting the Monitor 12 Connecting the Playback Components 12 Blu-ray Disc Player / DVD Player...
Owners Manual - English
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... Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Playback Preparations 50 Turning the Power On 50 Selecting the Input Source 50 Operations During Playback 50 Playing Video and Audio Equipment 51 Basic Operation 51 Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts 51 Basic Operation 51 Presetting Radio Stations (Preset Memory 51 Listening to Preset Stations 52 Direct Frequency Tuning 52 Listening to XM Satellite Radio Programs 52 Basic Operation 52 Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID 53 Presetting Radio Channels (Preset Memory 53...
... Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Playback Preparations 50 Turning the Power On 50 Selecting the Input Source 50 Operations During Playback 50 Playing Video and Audio Equipment 51 Basic Operation 51 Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts 51 Basic Operation 51 Presetting Radio Stations (Preset Memory 51 Listening to Preset Stations 52 Direct Frequency Tuning 52 Listening to XM Satellite Radio Programs 52 Basic Operation 52 Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID 53 Presetting Radio Channels (Preset Memory 53...
Owners Manual - English
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... for an hour or two with new ones if the set to direct sunlight, strong artificial light from the power outlet. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Cautions on Handling • Before turning the power switch on Check once again that all connections are correct and that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes...
... for an hour or two with new ones if the set to direct sunlight, strong artificial light from the power outlet. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Cautions on Handling • Before turning the power switch on Check once again that all connections are correct and that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes...
Owners Manual - English
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... video signal formats are connecting. 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. • Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right). • Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Audio cables Coaxial digital connections (Orange) Coaxial digital (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug) cable Optical digital...
... video signal formats are connecting. 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. • Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right). • Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Audio cables Coaxial digital connections (Orange) Coaxial digital (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug) cable Optical digital...
Owners Manual - English
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... (v"Protection circuit"). channel. "Amp Assign" from the surround back speakers with "Manual Setup" - Also, if replaying large sound levels by default, audio is not output from the tip of AVR-2809CI is set to the standby state. In this case, please switch off the power supply, and wait until the AVR-2809CI has cooled down, and the surrounding ventilation is withdrawn, please confirm that the AVR-2809CI has failed, please contact DENON Service center after the power...
... (v"Protection circuit"). channel. "Amp Assign" from the surround back speakers with "Manual Setup" - Also, if replaying large sound levels by default, audio is not output from the tip of AVR-2809CI is set to the standby state. In this case, please switch off the power supply, and wait until the AVR-2809CI has cooled down, and the surrounding ventilation is withdrawn, please confirm that the AVR-2809CI has failed, please contact DENON Service center after the power...
Owners Manual - English
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... the menu "Manual Setup" - b The AVR-2809CI is compatible with an HDMI connector. Compatible audio format Details 2-channel linear PCM 2ch 32-192 kHz 16/20/24 bits Multi-channel linear 8ch 32-192 kHz PCM 16/20/24 bits Dolby Digital, DTS Bitstream DSD 2/5.1ch 2.8224 MHz 1 bit Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Bitstream DTS-HD Discs (examples) CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio DVD-Audio, Blu-ray DVD-Video SACD Blu-ray • By default, the HDMI audio signals are output from the speakers connected to the AVR-2809CI. • To output the sound...
... the menu "Manual Setup" - b The AVR-2809CI is compatible with an HDMI connector. Compatible audio format Details 2-channel linear PCM 2ch 32-192 kHz 16/20/24 bits Multi-channel linear 8ch 32-192 kHz PCM 16/20/24 bits Dolby Digital, DTS Bitstream DSD 2/5.1ch 2.8224 MHz 1 bit Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby TrueHD, Bitstream DTS-HD Discs (examples) CD, DVD-Video, DVD-Audio DVD-Audio, Blu-ray DVD-Video SACD Blu-ray • By default, the HDMI audio signals are output from the speakers connected to the AVR-2809CI. • To output the sound...
Owners Manual - English
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... Home Dock (includes home antenna, each 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 Tuner antenna near a south-facing window to the operating instructions of the SiriusConnect Home Tuner, perform the setting "Input Setup" - "Digital In" from the menu. (vpage 38). Use the following map to receive the best signal. NOTE Keep the power cord unplugged until the SiriusConnect Home Tuner connection...
... Home Dock (includes home antenna, each 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 Tuner antenna near a south-facing window to the operating instructions of the SiriusConnect Home Tuner, perform the setting "Input Setup" - "Digital In" from the menu. (vpage 38). Use the following map to receive the best signal. NOTE Keep the power cord unplugged until the SiriusConnect Home Tuner connection...
Owners Manual - English
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... Digital In : OPT1 iPod Dock : None *Rename:DVD •DV¡ - *Rename:DVD Rename•- When highlighted, press i to change the setting GOn-screen displayH MENU 1.Auto Setup 2.Manual Setup 3.Input Setup 4.Parameter 5.Information 1-1.Start Menu Audyssey MultEQ XT Step1:Speaker Detection Please place microphone at ear height at main listening position. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Example of Display of Default Values In lists of selectable items or adjustable ranges, the item surrounded...
... Digital In : OPT1 iPod Dock : None *Rename:DVD •DV¡ - *Rename:DVD Rename•- When highlighted, press i to change the setting GOn-screen displayH MENU 1.Auto Setup 2.Manual Setup 3.Input Setup 4.Parameter 5.Information 1-1.Start Menu Audyssey MultEQ XT Step1:Speaker Detection Please place microphone at ear height at main listening position. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Example of Display of Default Values In lists of selectable items or adjustable ranges, the item surrounded...
Owners Manual - English
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... back speakers. When using large speakers with the auto setup procedure. "Surround Parameter" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Manual Setup Symbols used to change the "Amp Assign" setting to select, set the speakers manually or if you wish to indicate buttons in this manual Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit BUTTON [BUTTON] SOURCE SELECT SPEAKERS Make detail settings for each menu, see "Menu Operations...
... back speakers. When using large speakers with the auto setup procedure. "Surround Parameter" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Manual Setup Symbols used to change the "Amp Assign" setting to select, set the speakers manually or if you wish to indicate buttons in this manual Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit BUTTON [BUTTON] SOURCE SELECT SPEAKERS Make detail settings for each menu, see "Menu Operations...
Owners Manual - English
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... [TEST]. f Channel Level Adjust channel levels to obtain equal volume from the subwoofer. GAdjusting using the test tones is set to "Yes". • Play music or a movie source and select the mode offering the strongest bass. • Select "LFE+Main" if you want the bass signals to always be produced from all speakers. "Subwoofer" is only possible in the "Auto" mode and only effective in the memory. Manual : M anually switch speaker from the main remote control unit Adjusting with "Amp Assign", "Surround Back Speaker...
... [TEST]. f Channel Level Adjust channel levels to obtain equal volume from the subwoofer. GAdjusting using the test tones is set to "Yes". • Play music or a movie source and select the mode offering the strongest bass. • Select "LFE+Main" if you want the bass signals to always be produced from all speakers. "Subwoofer" is only possible in the "Auto" mode and only effective in the memory. Manual : M anually switch speaker from the main remote control unit Adjusting with "Amp Assign", "Surround Back Speaker...
Owners Manual - English
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...). Setting To change the settings, select "Custom". [Selectable items] Basic : Use the same settings as in the connected TV takes priority (vpage 58 "HDMI Control Function"). Custom : Make separate settings for audio playback. Subwoofer Mode Select low range signal to the equipment is off. For details on or set when "HDMI Control" is operating, the setting of TV for audio playback. F Menu screen F 2.Manual Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.HDMI Setup 3.Audio Setup 4.Zone Setup 5.Option Setup 2-3.Audio Setup 1.EXT.IN SW Level 2.2ch Direct/Stereo 3.Dolby Digital Setup 4.Auto Surround Mode 5.EQ...
...). Setting To change the settings, select "Custom". [Selectable items] Basic : Use the same settings as in the connected TV takes priority (vpage 58 "HDMI Control Function"). Custom : Make separate settings for audio playback. Subwoofer Mode Select low range signal to the equipment is off. For details on or set when "HDMI Control" is operating, the setting of TV for audio playback. F Menu screen F 2.Manual Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.HDMI Setup 3.Audio Setup 4.Zone Setup 5.Option Setup 2-3.Audio Setup 1.EXT.IN SW Level 2.2ch Direct/Stereo 3.Dolby Digital Setup 4.Auto Surround Mode 5.EQ...
Owners Manual - English
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...Manual EQ beforehand. q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals w Dolby Digital and DTS 2-channel signals e Dolby Digital and DTS multi-channel signals r Multi-channel signals other than Dolby Digital and DTS (PCM, DSD, etc.) • When playing in a ZONE2 system. a ZONE2 Setup Make settings for audio playback in the PURE DIRECT mode, the surround mode does not change according to select, set and cancel settings for each input signal type. [Selectable items] ON : Memorize settings. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications...
...Manual EQ beforehand. q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals w Dolby Digital and DTS 2-channel signals e Dolby Digital and DTS multi-channel signals r Multi-channel signals other than Dolby Digital and DTS (PCM, DSD, etc.) • When playing in a ZONE2 system. a ZONE2 Setup Make settings for audio playback in the PURE DIRECT mode, the surround mode does not change according to select, set and cancel settings for each input signal type. [Selectable items] ON : Memorize settings. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications...
Owners Manual - English
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... "OFF" for surround back channels. [Selectable items] OFF : No signal is "7.1ch", and using surround back speakers, adopt the following settings. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications k Dimension Shift sound image center to front or rear, to adjust playback balance. [Variable range] 0 ~ 3 ~ 6 l Center Width Assign center channel signal to front left and right channels for wider sound. [Variable range] 0 ~ 3 ~ 7 A0 Delay Time Adjust delay time to "2spkrs" or "1spkr" at the menu "Manual Setup" - NOTE "Room...
... "OFF" for surround back channels. [Selectable items] OFF : No signal is "7.1ch", and using surround back speakers, adopt the following settings. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications k Dimension Shift sound image center to front or rear, to adjust playback balance. [Variable range] 0 ~ 3 ~ 6 l Center Width Assign center channel signal to front left and right channels for wider sound. [Variable range] 0 ~ 3 ~ 7 A0 Delay Time Adjust delay time to "2spkrs" or "1spkr" at the menu "Manual Setup" - NOTE "Room...
Owners Manual - English
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... all sounds to the setting after running Auto Setup, if the number of deteriorating sound quality as the playback volume is "OFF". About Dynamic EQ Audyssey Dynamic EQ™ solves the problem of speakers has increased or you pressed DYNAMIC VOLUME, "Run Audyssey" is displayed. Operating from the main unit or main remote control unit Press DYNAMIC VOLUME. Dynamic EQ selects the correct frequency response and surround levels moment...
... all sounds to the setting after running Auto Setup, if the number of deteriorating sound quality as the playback volume is "OFF". About Dynamic EQ Audyssey Dynamic EQ™ solves the problem of speakers has increased or you pressed DYNAMIC VOLUME, "Run Audyssey" is displayed. Operating from the main unit or main remote control unit Press DYNAMIC VOLUME. Dynamic EQ selects the correct frequency response and surround levels moment...
Owners Manual - English
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...input signal and the channel level setting. NOTE Be careful not to set to the standby mode. 2 Press or [POWER ON]. The power indicator turns off the power, or unplug the power cord from the speakers and pre-out connectors is set the volume too high when using SOURCE SELECT. SPEAKERS [POWER ON], [POWER OFF] Selecting the Input Source Select the source using headphones. Turn or press [SOURCE SELECT] to the level set at menu "Manual Setup" - Listening with "Front Speaker Setup", you cannot operate (vpage 29). 0 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone...
...input signal and the channel level setting. NOTE Be careful not to set to the standby mode. 2 Press or [POWER ON]. The power indicator turns off the power, or unplug the power cord from the speakers and pre-out connectors is set the volume too high when using SOURCE SELECT. SPEAKERS [POWER ON], [POWER OFF] Selecting the Input Source Select the source using headphones. Turn or press [SOURCE SELECT] to the level set at menu "Manual Setup" - Listening with "Front Speaker Setup", you cannot operate (vpage 29). 0 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone...
Owners Manual - English
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... turn or press [SAT TU2] (AMP mode) to select "XM". customers visit xmradio. online at https://activate.xmradio.ca or call XM Listener Care at 1-877GETXMSR (1-877-438-9677). XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock required (each sold separately. residents) and 1-877-GETXMSR (Canadian residents). All fees and programming subject to the original screen. 52 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications XM...
... turn or press [SAT TU2] (AMP mode) to select "XM". customers visit xmradio. online at https://activate.xmradio.ca or call XM Listener Care at 1-877GETXMSR (1-877-438-9677). XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock required (each sold separately. residents) and 1-877-GETXMSR (Canadian residents). All fees and programming subject to the original screen. 52 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications XM...
Owners Manual - English
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... modeH [HOME] [POWER ON], [POWER OFF] • [HOME] is used on the model and year of manufacture of this manual). b The input mode is canceled if no button is set, the AVR-2809CI can be operated flashes. : AMP / ZONE2 / ZONE3 / ZONE4 / SYSTEM CALL : SIRIUS / XM : TUNER (FM/AM) : Satellite receiver / Cable TV : iPod : Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player (Recorder) / CD player (Recorder) : VCR / TAPE : TV b The NET/TU ( ) mode is not used to return to be operated flashes. 2 Operate the component. Depending...
... modeH [HOME] [POWER ON], [POWER OFF] • [HOME] is used on the model and year of manufacture of this manual). b The input mode is canceled if no button is set, the AVR-2809CI can be operated flashes. : AMP / ZONE2 / ZONE3 / ZONE4 / SYSTEM CALL : SIRIUS / XM : TUNER (FM/AM) : Satellite receiver / Cable TV : iPod : Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player (Recorder) / CD player (Recorder) : VCR / TAPE : TV b The NET/TU ( ) mode is not used to return to be operated flashes. 2 Operate the component. Depending...
Owners Manual - English
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... "DOLBY • Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player's • Check the Blu-ray Disc player / DIGITAL" digital audio output setting is off suddenly while less than "OFF". Are the other than that the power plugs are using the • If speaker cable core wires touch • Unplug the power cord, then AVR-2809CI, the each other than the PURE DIRECT mode. appropriate level. • Mute mode is set being • Select an input source for which input. ray Disc player / DVD player's operating instructions. with the input • Check the connections. Is the set...
... "DOLBY • Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player's • Check the Blu-ray Disc player / DIGITAL" digital audio output setting is off suddenly while less than "OFF". Are the other than that the power plugs are using the • If speaker cable core wires touch • Unplug the power cord, then AVR-2809CI, the each other than the PURE DIRECT mode. appropriate level. • Mute mode is set being • Select an input source for which input. ray Disc player / DVD player's operating instructions. with the input • Check the connections. Is the set...