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New model information AVR-789 AV Surround Receiver A/V Surround Receiver featuring Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and 1080p HD Video that enhances your level of -the-art Denon Solutions for Maximizing Content Quality - Features ...Zone Capability • 2 source / 2 zone capability Ease-of existing DVDs - Faroudja DCDi Video Processing • Analog video to HDMI upconversion up to use (QUICK SELECT / Audyssey DYNAMIC EQ + DYNAMIC VOLUME) - This A/V receiver masterfully controls a variety of media for Hi-Fi Sound Quality / Compressed Audio Restorer) - wired, ASD-3W - The AVR-789...
New model information AVR-789 AV Surround Receiver A/V Surround Receiver featuring Dolby TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and 1080p HD Video that enhances your level of -the-art Denon Solutions for Maximizing Content Quality - Features ...Zone Capability • 2 source / 2 zone capability Ease-of existing DVDs - Faroudja DCDi Video Processing • Analog video to HDMI upconversion up to use (QUICK SELECT / Audyssey DYNAMIC EQ + DYNAMIC VOLUME) - This A/V receiver masterfully controls a variety of media for Hi-Fi Sound Quality / Compressed Audio Restorer) - wired, ASD-3W - The AVR-789...
Literature/Product Sheet
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... (8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, THD 0.08 %) 120 W + 120 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) Connectivity & Future-ready Expandability • Power amplifier assign for zone 2 • Remote in/out Ease-of-Use • Audyssey Dynamic Volume, for real-time volume adjustment Large changes in volume sometimes occur between documentaries where...: 905-475-4085 ca.denon.com *Design and specifications are separate from the audio and video circuitry. Denon Brand Company D&M Building, 2-1 Nisshin-cho, Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, 210-8569, Japan www.denon.com 1740 0608 A The AVR-789 is a trademark of Apple...
... (8 ohms, 20Hz - 20kHz, THD 0.08 %) 120 W + 120 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, THD 0.7%) Connectivity & Future-ready Expandability • Power amplifier assign for zone 2 • Remote in/out Ease-of-Use • Audyssey Dynamic Volume, for real-time volume adjustment Large changes in volume sometimes occur between documentaries where...: 905-475-4085 ca.denon.com *Design and specifications are separate from the audio and video circuitry. Denon Brand Company D&M Building, 2-1 Nisshin-cho, Kawasaki-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa, 210-8569, Japan www.denon.com 1740 0608 A The AVR-789 is a trademark of Apple...
Owners Manual - English
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... 9 Speaker Connections 9 Speaker Installation 9 Speaker Connections 10 Connecting Equipment with Multi-channel Output connectors 14 XM connector 15 SIRIUS connector 15 Antenna terminals 16 Multi-zone 17 Connecting the Power Cord 17 Once Connections are Completed 17 Menu Operations Operations 18 Example of Display of Default Values 18 Examples of 2-channel...
... 9 Speaker Connections 9 Speaker Installation 9 Speaker Connections 10 Connecting Equipment with Multi-channel Output connectors 14 XM connector 15 SIRIUS connector 15 Antenna terminals 16 Multi-zone 17 Connecting the Power Cord 17 Once Connections are Completed 17 Menu Operations Operations 18 Example of Display of Default Values 18 Examples of 2-channel...
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... 57 Recording on the iPod 56 Remote Control Unit Operations Operating DENON Audio Components 61 Presetting 61 Operating Preset Components 61 Punch Through Function 64 Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations Multi-zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function 65 Multi-zone Settings and Operations with the product. To ensure proper operation, please...
... 57 Recording on the iPod 56 Remote Control Unit Operations Operating DENON Audio Components 61 Presetting 61 Operating Preset Components 61 Punch Through Function 64 Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations Multi-zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function 65 Multi-zone Settings and Operations with the product. To ensure proper operation, please...
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..., disconnect the connection cables to do not install this unit may result in noise. q DENON system components w Non-DENON system components • By setting the preset memory (vpage 61 ~ 63) Inserting the...cover back on. b Note b b b About the Remote Control Unit In addition to the AVR-789, the included remote control unit (RC-1099) can also be sure to unplug the power cord...operate the equipment listed below. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Cautions on Handling • Before turning the power ...
..., disconnect the connection cables to do not install this unit may result in noise. q DENON system components w Non-DENON system components • By setting the preset memory (vpage 61 ~ 63) Inserting the...cover back on. b Note b b b About the Remote Control Unit In addition to the AVR-789, the included remote control unit (RC-1099) can also be sure to unplug the power cord...operate the equipment listed below. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Cautions on Handling • Before turning the power ...
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... so that as the playback volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Part Names and Functions For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in volume level between television programs, commercials, and...
... so that as the playback volume is decreased by taking into account human perception and room acoustics. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Part Names and Functions For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in volume level between television programs, commercials, and...
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... to "TUNER". • AUTO This lights when in the auto tuning mode. • STEREO In the FM mode, this lights when receiving analog stereo broadcasts. • TUNED This lights when the broadcast is properly tuned in. Q1 NIGHT indicator This lights when the night ...the front A and B speakers. Q4 Decoder indicators These light when the respective decoders are input. 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 ...
... to "TUNER". • AUTO This lights when in the auto tuning mode. • STEREO In the FM mode, this lights when receiving analog stereo broadcasts. • TUNED This lights when the broadcast is properly tuned in. Q1 NIGHT indicator This lights when the night ...the front A and B speakers. Q4 Decoder indicators These light when the respective decoders are input. 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 ...
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...MULTEQ button 45) Q6 Channel select (CH SEL) / ENTER button 55, 59) SOURCE CONTROL switch settings and t operable buttons n When operating MAIN ZONE "AUDIO" n When operating ZONE2 "CD", "iPod/NETWORK" or "TUNER" "AUDIO" "ZONE2" NOTE NOTE With this setting, only ZONE2 buttons ...50) b : T o select "SIRIUS", "XM" as the input q source, use the SAT TU1/2 button. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Remote Control Unit [ Front ] Q1 q w e r b t Q2 Q3 y Q4 u i Q5 o Q6 Q0 q Indicator ...
...MULTEQ button 45) Q6 Channel select (CH SEL) / ENTER button 55, 59) SOURCE CONTROL switch settings and t operable buttons n When operating MAIN ZONE "AUDIO" n When operating ZONE2 "CD", "iPod/NETWORK" or "TUNER" "AUDIO" "ZONE2" NOTE NOTE With this setting, only ZONE2 buttons ...50) b : T o select "SIRIUS", "XM" as the input q source, use the SAT TU1/2 button. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Remote Control Unit [ Front ] Q1 q w e r b t Q2 Q3 y Q4 u i Q5 o Q6 Q0 q Indicator ...
Owners Manual - English
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... Used for Connections Select the cables according to the instructions for the respective connection items below. 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... direction Input Video signal: Output Input Input Output Input Output Please select the types of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-789. For details, refer to the equipment being connected.
... Used for Connections Select the cables according to the instructions for the respective connection items below. 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... direction Input Video signal: Output Input Input Output Input Output Please select the types of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-789. For details, refer to the equipment being connected.
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...zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Video Conversion Function • This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-789 into S-Video or Video format. • When a non-standard video signal from the AVR-789 to a monitor. • The AVR-789... due to Input Signals The method of on Speaker Connections Speaker Installation The illustration below shows a typical speaker configuration for the AVR-789. 7.1-channels 6.1-channels 5.1-channels 3.1-channels 2.1-channels 2-channels FRONT A / B L R SS SS SS SS SS SS CENTER...
...zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Video Conversion Function • This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-789 into S-Video or Video format. • When a non-standard video signal from the AVR-789 to a monitor. • The AVR-789... due to Input Signals The method of on Speaker Connections Speaker Installation The illustration below shows a typical speaker configuration for the AVR-789. 7.1-channels 6.1-channels 5.1-channels 3.1-channels 2.1-channels 2-channels FRONT A / B L R SS SS SS SS SS SS CENTER...
Owners Manual - English
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... indicator will rise, and the protection circuit might be activated. For surround back speakers : • S ince "Amp Assign" of AVR-789 is set to 16 Ω/ohms. When using just one surround back speaker, connect it . NOTE • Use speakers with an...supply is withdrawn, please confirm that the AVR-789 has failed, please contact DENON Service center after switching off. The power supply will flash red at 2 second intervals. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Speaker Connections Example: 5.1/7.1-...
... indicator will rise, and the protection circuit might be activated. For surround back speakers : • S ince "Amp Assign" of AVR-789 is set to 16 Ω/ohms. When using just one surround back speaker, connect it . NOTE • Use speakers with an...supply is withdrawn, please confirm that the AVR-789 has failed, please contact DENON Service center after switching off. The power supply will flash red at 2 second intervals. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Speaker Connections Example: 5.1/7.1-...
Owners Manual - English
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...a monitor, etc., equipped with a DVI-D connector, connection is indicated (a certified HDMI product) for HDMI version 1.3a. b The AVR-789 is a copy protection technology consisting of data encoding and mutual identification of a Blu-ray, DVD- and 36bit Deep Color. When connecting ...to poor connections with the connected cable, etc. "HDMI Setup" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be output. ...
...a monitor, etc., equipped with a DVI-D connector, connection is indicated (a certified HDMI product) for HDMI version 1.3a. b The AVR-789 is a copy protection technology consisting of data encoding and mutual identification of a Blu-ray, DVD- and 36bit Deep Color. When connecting ...to poor connections with the connected cable, etc. "HDMI Setup" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be output. ...
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... cable. • To output the audio signals to the monitor with HDMI connections, set menu "Manual Setup" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Connecting the Monitor Connecting the Playback Components • Select the terminal to use and connect the device. "Digital In" (vpage 38). When...
... cable. • To output the audio signals to the monitor with HDMI connections, set menu "Manual Setup" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Connecting the Monitor Connecting the Playback Components • Select the terminal to use and connect the device. "Digital In" (vpage 38). When...
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...; With the default settings, the iPod can be used to connect the AVR-789's VCR OUT connector. "Component In" (vpage 38). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH iPod® TV/CABLE Tuner Use a DENON control dock for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input...
...; With the default settings, the iPod can be used to connect the AVR-789's VCR OUT connector. "Component In" (vpage 38). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH iPod® TV/CABLE Tuner Use a DENON control dock for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input...
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... digital audio signals, depending on the types of connectors on the remote control unit and select "EXT. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications CD Recorder / MD Recorder / Tape Deck Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals, or digital connections if you...
... digital audio signals, depending on the types of connectors on the remote control unit and select "EXT. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications CD Recorder / MD Recorder / Tape Deck Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals, or digital connections if you...
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... outside . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH XM connector SIRIUS connector • The AVR-789 is a SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready® receiver. For details, see "Listening to receive the best signal. n Positioning the Antenna For a consistent... Dock. The antenna cannot be positioned XM correctly. XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock • The AVR-789 is an XM Ready® receiver. SiriusConnect Home Tuner When connecting digital of the SiriusConnect Home Tuner. Area 3 : Point the antenna...
... outside . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH XM connector SIRIUS connector • The AVR-789 is a SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready® receiver. For details, see "Listening to receive the best signal. n Positioning the Antenna For a consistent... Dock. The antenna cannot be positioned XM correctly. XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock • The AVR-789 is an XM Ready® receiver. SiriusConnect Home Tuner When connecting digital of the SiriusConnect Home Tuner. Area 3 : Point the antenna...
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Insert the conductor. 3. ENGLISH 16 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Bend in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected directly. Mount Installation hole Mount on top of AM antennas 1. Note ...
Insert the conductor. 3. ENGLISH 16 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Bend in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected directly. Mount Installation hole Mount on top of AM antennas 1. Note ...
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...the AC outlets • These outlets supply power to the respective devices' operating instructions. • To conduct multi-zone playback, see "Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations" (vpage 65 ~ 68). 17 Pre-main amplifier (ZONE2) "6%*0 "6%*0 */ -3 LR LR Connecting...outlets to play a different program source in audio equipment. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Multi-zone ZONE2 out Connections If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier is produced. • For instructions on ...
...the AC outlets • These outlets supply power to the respective devices' operating instructions. • To conduct multi-zone playback, see "Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations" (vpage 65 ~ 68). 17 Pre-main amplifier (ZONE2) "6%*0 "6%*0 */ -3 LR LR Connecting...outlets to play a different program source in audio equipment. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Multi-zone ZONE2 out Connections If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier is produced. • For instructions on ...
Owners Manual - English
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... the item you want to change, then press o p to change the setting. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Menu Operations ENGLISH Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Button located on both the main unit and the remote...[BUTTON] ui [Front] [SOURCE CONTROL 1] RETURN ENTER, op [Rear] [A. b To return to finish. MENU] uiop ENTER RETURN With the AVR-789, settings and operations for most functions can be sure to set the [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to "AUDIO". 2 Press ui to select the item you want ...
... the item you want to change, then press o p to change the setting. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Menu Operations ENGLISH Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Button located on both the main unit and the remote...[BUTTON] ui [Front] [SOURCE CONTROL 1] RETURN ENTER, op [Rear] [A. b To return to finish. MENU] uiop ENTER RETURN With the AVR-789, settings and operations for most functions can be sure to set the [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to "AUDIO". 2 Press ui to select the item you want ...
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... Front Display Some typical examples are described below. When highlighted, press i to change the character input position. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Examples of the currently selected settings menu. Use op to change the setting GOn-screen displayH MENU 1.Auto Setup 2.Manual Setup...
... Front Display Some typical examples are described below. When highlighted, press i to change the character input position. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Examples of the currently selected settings menu. Use op to change the setting GOn-screen displayH MENU 1.Auto Setup 2.Manual Setup...