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... Night Mode 47 Audio Delay 47 IN Subwoofer Level 29 s 2ch Direct/Stereo 29 d Dolby Digital Setup 29 f Auto Surround Mode 29 g EQ Preset 30 ZONE2 Setup 30 a Level Lch 30 s Level Rch 30 d Volume Limit 31 f Power On Level 31 g Mute Level 31 Option Setup 31 a Amp Assign 31 s Volume Control 31 d Source Delete 32 f On-Screen Display 32 g Quick Select Name 32 h Remote ID Setup 32 j Display 33 k Setup Lock 33 Input Setup 34 Settings Related to Other Devices 14 Video Camera / Game Console 14 Component with HDMI connectors 11 Connecting...
... Night Mode 47 Audio Delay 47 IN Subwoofer Level 29 s 2ch Direct/Stereo 29 d Dolby Digital Setup 29 f Auto Surround Mode 29 g EQ Preset 30 ZONE2 Setup 30 a Level Lch 30 s Level Rch 30 d Volume Limit 31 f Power On Level 31 g Mute Level 31 Option Setup 31 a Amp Assign 31 s Volume Control 31 d Source Delete 32 f On-Screen Display 32 g Quick Select Name 32 h Remote ID Setup 32 j Display 33 k Setup Lock 33 Input Setup 34 Settings Related to Other Devices 14 Video Camera / Game Console 14 Component with HDMI connectors 11 Connecting...
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... DENON product. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Information Status 48 a MAIN ZONE 48 s ZONE2 48 Audio Input Signal 48 HDMI Information 49 a HDMI Signal Information 49 s HDMI Monitor Information 49 Auto Surround Mode 49 Quick Select 49 Preset Station 49 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...
... DENON product. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Information Status 48 a MAIN ZONE 48 s ZONE2 48 Audio Input Signal 48 HDMI Information 49 a HDMI Signal Information 49 s HDMI Monitor Information 49 Auto Surround Mode 49 Quick Select 49 Preset Station 49 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...
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... "w" marks in use for long periods. • When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready and insert them as quickly as a bookcase or similar enclosure. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Cautions on Handling • Before turning the power switch on Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are only for verifying operation. •...
... "w" marks in use for long periods. • When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready and insert them as quickly as a bookcase or similar enclosure. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Cautions on Handling • Before turning the power switch on Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are only for verifying operation. •...
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... speaker cable and input cable are no problems with the surrounding ventilation and connections, in electric shock. 10 The protection circuit may be activated and the power indicator will flash red at intervals of sheathing from the surround back speakers. Also, if replaying large sound levels by default, audio is good. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Speaker Connections Example: 5.1/7.1-channels Subwoofer Front speakers A Subwoofer with builtin amplifier (L) wq */ (R) wq Center...
... speaker cable and input cable are no problems with the surrounding ventilation and connections, in electric shock. 10 The protection circuit may be activated and the power indicator will flash red at intervals of sheathing from the surround back speakers. Also, if replaying large sound levels by default, audio is good. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Speaker Connections Example: 5.1/7.1-channels Subwoofer Front speakers A Subwoofer with builtin amplifier (L) wq */ (R) wq Center...
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...; Use a Deep Color compatible cable for HDMI version 1.3a. 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 transferred with the DVI format. "HDMI Setup" - "TV" (vpage 28). 11 HDCP is equipped for connection to and its operating instructions. • By default, the HDMI audio signals are output from the speakers connected to all components equipped with other than one on the Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player...
...; Use a Deep Color compatible cable for HDMI version 1.3a. 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 transferred with the DVI format. "HDMI Setup" - "TV" (vpage 28). 11 HDCP is equipped for connection to and its operating instructions. • By default, the HDMI audio signals are output from the speakers connected to all components equipped with other than one on the Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player...
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...When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input 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. "Assign" - "HDMI Setup" - "Assign" - For details, see the monitor's operating instructions. • The audio signals output from...
...When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input 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. "Assign" - "HDMI Setup" - "Assign" - For details, see the monitor's operating instructions. • The audio signals output from...
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... the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock. SiriusConnect Home Tuner When connecting digital of XM Satellite Radio Inc. 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 the operating instructions of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. When making connections, also refer to SIRIUS Satellite Radio Programs" (vpage 53 ~ 55). "Digital In" from the menu. (vpage 38). Area...
... the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock. SiriusConnect Home Tuner When connecting digital of XM Satellite Radio Inc. 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 the operating instructions of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. When making connections, also refer to SIRIUS Satellite Radio Programs" (vpage 53 ~ 55). "Digital In" from the menu. (vpage 38). Area...
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... and the settings menu screen turns off. Example of Display of selectable items or adjustable ranges, the item surrounded by operating while looking at the menus displayed on the monitor screen. In lists of Default Values Operations The same operation is displayed. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Menu Operations ENGLISH Symbols used to the previous item, press RETURN. MENU] uiop ENTER RETURN With the AVR-789, settings and operations for most functions can be...
... and the settings menu screen turns off. Example of Display of selectable items or adjustable ranges, the item surrounded by operating while looking at the menus displayed on the monitor screen. In lists of Default Values Operations The same operation is displayed. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications Menu Operations ENGLISH Symbols used to the previous item, press RETURN. MENU] uiop ENTER RETURN With the AVR-789, settings and operations for most functions can be...
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... below. Use op to select "Default Yes". 3-4.Rename DVD : DV Default Yes 3-4.Rename DVD : DVD-3930 Default Yes 19 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 Step1:Speaker Detection Please place microphone at ear height at main listening position. Clear Use ui to input characters. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Examples of the currently selected settings menu.
... below. Use op to select "Default Yes". 3-4.Rename DVD : DV Default Yes 3-4.Rename DVD : DVD-3930 Default Yes 19 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 Step1:Speaker Detection Please place microphone at ear height at main listening position. Clear Use ui to input characters. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Examples of the currently selected settings menu.
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... q. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Auto Setup Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit BUTTON Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON] MASTER VOLUME ui • Audyssey MultEQ® automatically measures the acoustical problems in the listening environment to create the best audio experience for the subwoofer. The auto setup screen appears automatically...
... q. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Auto Setup Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Button located on both the main unit and the remote control unit BUTTON Button only on the main unit Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON] MASTER VOLUME ui • Audyssey MultEQ® automatically measures the acoustical problems in the listening environment to create the best audio experience for the subwoofer. The auto setup screen appears automatically...
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..." settings, "Subwoofer Setup" (vpage 26) in the STANDARD mode. h Front Speaker Setup Select front speakers to select, set to obtain equal volume from which test tone is output. GAdjusting using the test tones is only possible in the "Auto" mode and only effective in the menu is set and cancel settings for each menu, see page 59. 27 For details on how to use the operation see "Menu Operations" (vpage 18). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH f Channel Level Adjust channel levels to...
..." settings, "Subwoofer Setup" (vpage 26) in the STANDARD mode. h Front Speaker Setup Select front speakers to select, set to obtain equal volume from which test tone is output. GAdjusting using the test tones is only possible in the "Auto" mode and only effective in the menu is set and cancel settings for each menu, see page 59. 27 For details on how to use the operation see "Menu Operations" (vpage 18). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH f Channel Level Adjust channel levels to...
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...crossover frequency. Setting To change the settings, select "Custom". [Selectable items] Basic : Use the same settings as in the PURE DIRECT mode, the surround mode does not change according to be reproduced by subwoofer. [Selectable items] LFE LFE+Main : S elect subwoofer signal. OFF : Do not use . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Audio Setup Make settings for playing the four types of Dolby Digital sources. [Selectable items] ON : Compression is down-mixed and output from the front speakers.
...crossover frequency. Setting To change the settings, select "Custom". [Selectable items] Basic : Use the same settings as in the PURE DIRECT mode, the surround mode does not change according to be reproduced by subwoofer. [Selectable items] LFE LFE+Main : S elect subwoofer signal. OFF : Do not use . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Audio Setup Make settings for playing the four types of Dolby Digital sources. [Selectable items] ON : Compression is down-mixed and output from the front speakers.
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...Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH g EQ Preset Set MultEQ related settings and Manual EQ beforehand. OFF : Do not use for DIRECT or PURE DIRECT mode. [Selectable items] ON : Use "MultEQ". n Base Curve Copy Copy the MultEQ "Audyssey Flat" correction curve. All CH : A djust tonal quality for each speaker separately. L/R CH : A djust tonal quality for all speakers together. F Menu screen F 2.Manual Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.HDMI Setup 3.Audio Setup 4.ZONE2 Setup 5.Option Setup 2-4.ZONE2 Setup Level Lch...
...Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH g EQ Preset Set MultEQ related settings and Manual EQ beforehand. OFF : Do not use for DIRECT or PURE DIRECT mode. [Selectable items] ON : Use "MultEQ". n Base Curve Copy Copy the MultEQ "Audyssey Flat" correction curve. All CH : A djust tonal quality for each speaker separately. L/R CH : A djust tonal quality for all speakers together. F Menu screen F 2.Manual Setup 1.Speaker Setup 2.HDMI Setup 3.Audio Setup 4.ZONE2 Setup 5.Option Setup 2-4.ZONE2 Setup Level Lch...
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... surround back speakers are being played, it may not be adjusted. In this mode the signals bypass the tone adjustment circuitry for high quality sound. Input signal Analog signal / PCM (2ch) / Dolby Digital source / DTS source / Other 2-channel digital signals PCM (multi ch) Display DIRECT MULTI CH DIRECT M DIRECT + PLgx CINEMA M DIRECT + PLgx MUSIC M DIRECT 7.1 For details, see pages 74, 75. 41 For details, see page 75. The mode changes depending upon factors such as the input signal. MATRIX : This mode lets you cannot select DENON original surround mode. When [DIRECT/STEREO...
... surround back speakers are being played, it may not be adjusted. In this mode the signals bypass the tone adjustment circuitry for high quality sound. Input signal Analog signal / PCM (2ch) / Dolby Digital source / DTS source / Other 2-channel digital signals PCM (multi ch) Display DIRECT MULTI CH DIRECT M DIRECT + PLgx CINEMA M DIRECT + PLgx MUSIC M DIRECT 7.1 For details, see pages 74, 75. 41 For details, see page 75. The mode changes depending upon factors such as the input signal. MATRIX : This mode lets you cannot select DENON original surround mode. When [DIRECT/STEREO...
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... Satellite Radio service in , the name of both the XM satellite and terrestrial signals can be checked at menu "Manual Setup" - Basic Operation 1 Either turn or press [SAT TU1/2] to select the channel. ENGLISH Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID 1 Either turn or press [SAT TU1/2] to select "XM". 2 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to "AUDIO" and [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to "TUNER". (vpage 61 "Remote Control Unit Operations") 3 Use TUNING to select "XM". 2 Press until "SIGNAL" appears on the display...
... Satellite Radio service in , the name of both the XM satellite and terrestrial signals can be checked at menu "Manual Setup" - Basic Operation 1 Either turn or press [SAT TU1/2] to select the channel. ENGLISH Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID 1 Either turn or press [SAT TU1/2] to select "XM". 2 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to "AUDIO" and [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to "TUNER". (vpage 61 "Remote Control Unit Operations") 3 Use TUNING to select "XM". 2 Press until "SIGNAL" appears on the display...
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... The music on the remote control unit [BUTTON] ui [Front] [OFF] [iPod] [1] [6, 7] [8, 9] uiop [SOURCE CONTROL 1] [Rear] [iPod] [TUNING+/-] [MODE] ENTER, op [2] ENTER [SOURCE CONTROL 2] uiop ENTER Searching Categories 1 Press [o p]. "Assign" - and other messages (vpage 81). MENU : "Input Setup" - When you want to lock. 2 Press [ENTER] for at least 3 seconds. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Symbols used to copy or play contents that channel is displayed when updating SIRIUS...
... The music on the remote control unit [BUTTON] ui [Front] [OFF] [iPod] [1] [6, 7] [8, 9] uiop [SOURCE CONTROL 1] [Rear] [iPod] [TUNING+/-] [MODE] ENTER, op [2] ENTER [SOURCE CONTROL 2] uiop ENTER Searching Categories 1 Press [o p]. "Assign" - and other messages (vpage 81). MENU : "Input Setup" - When you want to lock. 2 Press [ENTER] for at least 3 seconds. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Symbols used to copy or play contents that channel is displayed when updating SIRIUS...
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... of remote control code. b For details, refer to operate. 3 Operate the component. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Remote Control Unit Operations [Front] [SOURCE CONTROL 1] [SOURCE CONTROL 2] Operating DENON Audio Components 1 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to "AUDIO". 2 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the position for the component to "AUDIO" or "VIDEO". b Set to the AUDIO side for the CD position, and to the VIDEO side for the DVD/HDP, VCR, SAT/CABLE or TV position. 2 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the component to...
... of remote control code. b For details, refer to operate. 3 Operate the component. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications ENGLISH Remote Control Unit Operations [Front] [SOURCE CONTROL 1] [SOURCE CONTROL 2] Operating DENON Audio Components 1 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to "AUDIO". 2 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the position for the component to "AUDIO" or "VIDEO". b Set to the AUDIO side for the CD position, and to the VIDEO side for the DVD/HDP, VCR, SAT/CABLE or TV position. 2 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the component to...
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...'s manual? 3. Cause Countermeasure • External noise or interference is not DVD player's audio output setting. cord plug. • Connection with the AVR-789 rear panel. source. • Master volume is turned too • Adjust the master volume to which the • Set the input mode. the digital input setting has been made. • The connectors to an low. appear on . the specified impedance. approximately 0.5 core wires coming into contact seconds. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications...
...'s manual? 3. Cause Countermeasure • External noise or interference is not DVD player's audio output setting. cord plug. • Connection with the AVR-789 rear panel. source. • Master volume is turned too • Adjust the master volume to which the • Set the input mode. the digital input setting has been made. • The connectors to an low. appear on . the specified impedance. approximately 0.5 core wires coming into contact seconds. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-zone Information Troubleshooting Specifications...
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... Dolby • Blu-ray Disc player's audio output • Set the Blu-ray Disc player. details, refer to a surround playback "STEREO", "DIRECT" or "PURE mode. compatible with HDMI connections. "None". • The "Parameter" - Parameter" - "SB settings are not Setup" - connected. • The subwoofer's volume is not • Use a DTS-compatible player. not compatible with new batteries. player's operating instructions. • Blu-ray Disc player is • Adjust the subwoofer's volume turned off. DIRECT". CH Out" to the remote control unit...
... Dolby • Blu-ray Disc player's audio output • Set the Blu-ray Disc player. details, refer to a surround playback "STEREO", "DIRECT" or "PURE mode. compatible with HDMI connections. "None". • The "Parameter" - Parameter" - "SB settings are not Setup" - connected. • The subwoofer's volume is not • Use a DTS-compatible player. not compatible with new batteries. player's operating instructions. • Blu-ray Disc player is • Adjust the subwoofer's volume turned off. DIRECT". CH Out" to the remote control unit...
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...; When viewing HDMI or component video signals via the AVR-789, the on-screen display appears when the MENU button on the main unit or the A.MENU button on -screen display are not down-converted. DVDs cannot be copied on a "OFF". wrong. • PURE DIRECT mode is set same operations. "On-Screen Display" - "Option "OFF". "Master Volume" to "ON". • The display during iPod operation • Set when "Manual Setup" is 11 with copyright protection compatible with HDMI connections. with HDMI • HDMI input setting is improper...
...; When viewing HDMI or component video signals via the AVR-789, the on-screen display appears when the MENU button on the main unit or the A.MENU button on -screen display are not down-converted. DVDs cannot be copied on a "OFF". wrong. • PURE DIRECT mode is set same operations. "On-Screen Display" - "Option "OFF". "Master Volume" to "ON". • The display during iPod operation • Set when "Manual Setup" is 11 with copyright protection compatible with HDMI connections. with HDMI • HDMI input setting is improper...