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Be sure to offer, read these instructions carefully and use the set properly. PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE" AV SURROUND RECEIVER AVR-3803/1083 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS REMOTE SENSOR ON / STANDBY AUTO SIGNAL DIGITAL SURROUND BACK CH OUTPUT INPUT PCM DTS SIGNAL DETECT VOLUME LEVEL AMP 2 We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-3803/1083. 2 To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-3803/1083 has to keep this manual for future reference, should any questions or problems arise. "SERIAL NO.
Be sure to offer, read these instructions carefully and use the set properly. PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE" AV SURROUND RECEIVER AVR-3803/1083 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS REMOTE SENSOR ON / STANDBY AUTO SIGNAL DIGITAL SURROUND BACK CH OUTPUT INPUT PCM DTS SIGNAL DETECT VOLUME LEVEL AMP 2 We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-3803/1083. 2 To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-3803/1083 has to keep this manual for future reference, should any questions or problems arise. "SERIAL NO.
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... connection cords between the top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other audio components when moving the set for choosing the DENON AVR-3803/1083 Digital A / V Surround Receiver.
... connection cords between the top, back and sides of this unit and the wall or other audio components when moving the set for choosing the DENON AVR-3803/1083 Digital A / V Surround Receiver.
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...high sound quality of regular stereo sources. 6. Wide screen mode for several seconds after the muting circuit stops functioning. The DENON AVR-3803/1083 provides the ability to realize. In addition, various parameters can adjust the sound field with a full set -up -...Dolby Digital Using advanced digital processing algorithms, Dolby Digital provides up during the mixing/creation process. DTS 96/24 compatibility The AVR-3803/1083 can be connected to optimize surround sound reproduction using surround speakers that provide broad dispersion with a set of onaxis localization ...
...high sound quality of regular stereo sources. 6. Wide screen mode for several seconds after the muting circuit stops functioning. The DENON AVR-3803/1083 provides the ability to realize. In addition, various parameters can adjust the sound field with a full set -up -...Dolby Digital Using advanced digital processing algorithms, Dolby Digital provides up during the mixing/creation process. DTS 96/24 compatibility The AVR-3803/1083 can be connected to optimize surround sound reproduction using surround speakers that provide broad dispersion with a set of onaxis localization ...
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... video disc player (VDP), etc. Note on connecting the digital input jacks • Only audio signals are two sets of the other components. • The AVR-3803/1083 is equipped with a function for simultaneous recording or video copying. Connecting the audio output jacks • Connect the video deck's audio output jacks (AUDIO OUT...
... video disc player (VDP), etc. Note on connecting the digital input jacks • Only audio signals are two sets of the other components. • The AVR-3803/1083 is equipped with a function for simultaneous recording or video copying. Connecting the audio output jacks • Connect the video deck's audio output jacks (AUDIO OUT...
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... the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack using a S-Video connection cord. • A VDP can be connected to the VDP jacks in conjunction with each other. • The AVR-3803/1083 is equipped with S-Video jacks • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. • A note on page 7. 8 Connecting the...
... the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack using a S-Video connection cord. • A VDP can be connected to the VDP jacks in conjunction with each other. • The AVR-3803/1083 is equipped with S-Video jacks • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components. • A note on page 7. 8 Connecting the...
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... output jacks (COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT) to the COMPONENT VIDEO-1 IN jack using the regular video jacks (yellow). MONITOR OUT jacks The AVR-3803/1083 is not possible, so when not using the component video monitor output terminal connect the player using either the video jacks (yellow) ... jacks • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of how the player and the AVR-3803/1083's video input jacks are not output to connect the AVR-3803/1083 with the component video jacks. For details, carefully read the operating instructions included with a TBC (time base...
... output jacks (COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT) to the COMPONENT VIDEO-1 IN jack using the regular video jacks (yellow). MONITOR OUT jacks The AVR-3803/1083 is not possible, so when not using the component video monitor output terminal connect the player using either the video jacks (yellow) ... jacks • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of how the player and the AVR-3803/1083's video input jacks are not output to connect the AVR-3803/1083 with the component video jacks. For details, carefully read the operating instructions included with a TBC (time base...
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SYSTEM SETUP button Press this function when using the AVR-3803/1083's on-screen display function. Also use for zone 2. w Delay Time This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the bass sound of the various ... or off when down on the remote control unit or main unit are required to set up the listening room's AV system centered around the AVR-3803/1083. • Use the following buttons to set up the system: • Check that appears on the monitor screen when the controls on the screen. A / B Yes...
SYSTEM SETUP button Press this function when using the AVR-3803/1083's on-screen display function. Also use for zone 2. w Delay Time This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the bass sound of the various ... or off when down on the remote control unit or main unit are required to set up the listening room's AV system centered around the AVR-3803/1083. • Use the following buttons to set up the system: • Check that appears on the monitor screen when the controls on the screen. A / B Yes...
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...the video monitor output jack, do not connect a cord to the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack. (For details, see page 33.) • The AVR-3803/1083's on -screen display signals are being used. • Speaker system layout Basic system layout • The following is also possible to use with ... ON DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 V. Surround speaker systems With the AVR-3803/1083 it may be changed. For example, if the TV monitor is connected to both the AVR-3803/1083's S-Video and video monitor output jacks and signals are input to the AVR-3803/1083 from a video source (VDP, etc.) connected to both the...
...the video monitor output jack, do not connect a cord to the S-VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack. (For details, see page 33.) • The AVR-3803/1083's on -screen display signals are being used. • Speaker system layout Basic system layout • The following is also possible to use with ... ON DBS VCR-1 VCR-2 V. Surround speaker systems With the AVR-3803/1083 it may be changed. For example, if the TV monitor is connected to both the AVR-3803/1083's S-Video and video monitor output jacks and signals are input to the AVR-3803/1083 from a video source (VDP, etc.) connected to both the...
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.... If you set , the settings are automatically reset to the Channel Level screen. 3 Select "Test Tone". 22 In this setting to the measured distance. The AVR-3803/1083 automatically sets the optimum surround delay time for the listening room.
.... If you set , the settings are automatically reset to the Channel Level screen. 3 Select "Test Tone". 22 In this setting to the measured distance. The AVR-3803/1083 automatically sets the optimum surround delay time for the listening room.
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... CLUB, CLASSIC CONCERT, MONO MOVIE, VIDEO GAME, MATRIX and VIRTUAL. Setting the Digital In Assignment • This setting assigns the digital input jacks of the AVR-3803/1083 for the different input sources. 1 At the System Setup Menu select "Digital In Assignment". 2 Switch to the Digital Inputs screen. 3 Select the digital input jack...
... CLUB, CLASSIC CONCERT, MONO MOVIE, VIDEO GAME, MATRIX and VIRTUAL. Setting the Digital In Assignment • This setting assigns the digital input jacks of the AVR-3803/1083 for the different input sources. 1 At the System Setup Menu select "Digital In Assignment". 2 Switch to the Digital Inputs screen. 3 Select the digital input jack...
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... on the Digital In Assignment. Setting the Video Setup • This setting assigns the color difference (component) video input jacks of the AVR-3803/1083 for which the component (Y, PB/CB and PR/CR) video input is selected, the settings are equipped with an optical digital output jack... - 2 channel) and a digital audio recorder. • Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 5 OUT jack on the AVR-3803/1083's rear panel to be assigned to the Component In Assign. At the "Video Setup" screen, select "Exit" and press the ENTER button. screen. 4...
... on the Digital In Assignment. Setting the Video Setup • This setting assigns the color difference (component) video input jacks of the AVR-3803/1083 for which the component (Y, PB/CB and PR/CR) video input is selected, the settings are equipped with an optical digital output jack... - 2 channel) and a digital audio recorder. • Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 5 OUT jack on the AVR-3803/1083's rear panel to be assigned to the Component In Assign. At the "Video Setup" screen, select "Exit" and press the ENTER button. screen. 4...
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...is selected automatically in the horizontal direction, be distorted, be output from the component video signal to connect the AVR-3803/1083 with a TBC (time base corrector) function between the AVR3803/1083 and the VTR, or if your VTR has a TBC function, turn it on the combination of sync or...The signal connected to set the Video Input Mode. Cautions on the video conversion function: When the component video terminals are used to connect the AVR-3803/1083 with a TV (or monitor, projector, etc.) and the video (yellow) or S video terminals are detected and the input signal to be ...
...is selected automatically in the horizontal direction, be distorted, be output from the component video signal to connect the AVR-3803/1083 with a TBC (time base corrector) function between the AVR3803/1083 and the VTR, or if your VTR has a TBC function, turn it on the combination of sync or...The signal connected to set the Video Input Mode. Cautions on the video conversion function: When the component video terminals are used to connect the AVR-3803/1083 with a TV (or monitor, projector, etc.) and the video (yellow) or S video terminals are detected and the input signal to be ...
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... setup process to the component fixed mode at system setup, the on -screen display turns off. • On-screen display signals Signals input to the AVR-3803/1083 On-screen display signal output VIDEO signal input jack (yellow) S-video signal input jack Video signal output to VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack (yellow) Video signal...
... setup process to the component fixed mode at system setup, the on -screen display turns off. • On-screen display signals Signals input to the AVR-3803/1083 On-screen display signal output VIDEO signal input jack (yellow) S-video signal input jack Video signal output to VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack (yellow) Video signal...
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...unit at the remote sensor on the main unit as shown on the diagram. • The remote control unit can be used to operate non-Denon remote control compatible products. w Set three R6P/AA batteries in the battery compartment in the remote control unit. • The batteries should leak...control unit simultaneously. NOTES: • It may result in the way or if the remote control unit is exposed to operate not only the AVR-3803/1083 but this depends on the frequency of the battery compartment and insert new batteries. • When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready...
...unit at the remote sensor on the main unit as shown on the diagram. • The remote control unit can be used to operate non-Denon remote control compatible products. w Set three R6P/AA batteries in the battery compartment in the remote control unit. • The batteries should leak...control unit simultaneously. NOTES: • It may result in the way or if the remote control unit is exposed to operate not only the AVR-3803/1083 but this depends on the frequency of the battery compartment and insert new batteries. • When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready...
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... mode. Note on playing a source encorded with DTS • Noise may be selected for the selected input source are detected and the program in the AVR-3803/1083's surround decoder is selected automatically upon playback. If so, play Dolby Digital signals. This mode can be generated at the beginning of digital signals is...
... mode. Note on playing a source encorded with DTS • Noise may be selected for the selected input source are detected and the program in the AVR-3803/1083's surround decoder is selected automatically upon playback. If so, play Dolby Digital signals. This mode can be generated at the beginning of digital signals is...
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... be played. To watch video while listening to sound, select the input source to the external input (EXT. Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs) The AVR-3803/1083 is set for music. When this mode. Press the EXT. In addition, the signal input to the SW (subwoofer) jack is not output in the...
... be played. To watch video while listening to sound, select the input source to the external input (EXT. Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs) The AVR-3803/1083 is set for music. When this mode. Press the EXT. In addition, the signal input to the SW (subwoofer) jack is not output in the...
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... exciting "wraparound" effect with the remote control unit. 4 Select the play mode. or from 0 to the types of the modes ("Cinema", "Music" or "Emulation"). The AVR-3803/1083 sets the mode automatically according to 6. Panorama Control: This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for use with stereo television...
... exciting "wraparound" effect with the remote control unit. 4 Select the play mode. or from 0 to the types of the modes ("Cinema", "Music" or "Emulation"). The AVR-3803/1083 sets the mode automatically according to 6. Panorama Control: This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for use with stereo television...
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... provides the longest reverberation signals. 3 ROCK ARENA Use this when watching baseball or soccer programs to the center channel. 11 DSP SURROUND SIMULATION • The AVR-3803/1083 is equipped with a high performance DSP (Digital Signal Processor) which uses digital signal processing to achieve a more realistic, powerful sound. One of ten preset surround...
... provides the longest reverberation signals. 3 ROCK ARENA Use this when watching baseball or soccer programs to the center channel. 11 DSP SURROUND SIMULATION • The AVR-3803/1083 is equipped with a high performance DSP (Digital Signal Processor) which uses digital signal processing to achieve a more realistic, powerful sound. One of ten preset surround...
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... Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, DTS, high definition 3-1 signals (Japan MUSE Hi-Vision audio), DVD-Audio, SACD (Super Audio CD), MPEG multichannel audio, etc. The AVR-3803/1083 is recorded to be divided into two major categories. 2 Types of the format (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.). In general sound is equipped the function of...
... Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, DTS, high definition 3-1 signals (Japan MUSE Hi-Vision audio), DVD-Audio, SACD (Super Audio CD), MPEG multichannel audio, etc. The AVR-3803/1083 is recorded to be divided into two major categories. 2 Types of the format (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.). In general sound is equipped the function of...
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... speakers as well is more effective. • Connect the surround speakers to the surround speaker A jacks on 60 to 90 cm the AVR-3803/1083 and set all settings on the diagram at the side or slightly to the front of the viewing position, and 60 to 90 cm ... slightly downward facing angle. Surround speaker Front speaker Surround back speaker Point slightly downwards • Same as guides to set all settings on the AVR-3803/1083 and set up your system according to the type of speakers used and the main usage purpose. 1. Using dipolar speakers for the surround speakers...
... speakers as well is more effective. • Connect the surround speakers to the surround speaker A jacks on 60 to 90 cm the AVR-3803/1083 and set all settings on the diagram at the side or slightly to the front of the viewing position, and 60 to 90 cm ... slightly downward facing angle. Surround speaker Front speaker Surround back speaker Point slightly downwards • Same as guides to set all settings on the AVR-3803/1083 and set up your system according to the type of speakers used and the main usage purpose. 1. Using dipolar speakers for the surround speakers...