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...Denon's new audio technology for zone 2 • Includes dedicated zone remote control unit • Remote in/out • + 12V, 150 mA Trigger output • RS-232C control • Optional RC-7000CI/7001RCI 2way control ready *Optional RC-7000CI and RC-7001RCI New model information AVR-2308CI AV Surround Receiver A/V Surround Receiver... featuring HD Video connectivity, that enhances your level of -Use • Auto set-up conversion • 1080p video pass through MultEQ Auto setup and Room EQ • ...
...Denon's new audio technology for zone 2 • Includes dedicated zone remote control unit • Remote in/out • + 12V, 150 mA Trigger output • RS-232C control • Optional RC-7000CI/7001RCI 2way control ready *Optional RC-7000CI and RC-7001RCI New model information AVR-2308CI AV Surround Receiver A/V Surround Receiver... featuring HD Video connectivity, that enhances your level of -Use • Auto set-up conversion • 1080p video pass through MultEQ Auto setup and Room EQ • ...
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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Cautions on Handling • ...sunlight, strong artificial light from the power outlet. About the Remote Control Unit In addition to the AVR-2308CI, the included main remote control unit (RC-1080) can also be sure to do not install ...1080) NOTE The set does not operate even when the remote control unit is a major difference in noise. q DENON system components w Non-DENON system components • By setting the preset memory (vpage 50 ~ 52) Inserting the Batteries q Lift the clasp...
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Cautions on Handling • ...sunlight, strong artificial light from the power outlet. About the Remote Control Unit In addition to the AVR-2308CI, the included main remote control unit (RC-1080) can also be sure to do not install ...1080) NOTE The set does not operate even when the remote control unit is a major difference in noise. q DENON system components w Non-DENON system components • By setting the preset memory (vpage 50 ~ 52) Inserting the Batteries q Lift the clasp...
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... for all connections have been completed. • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-2308CI. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Preparations Connections Cables Used for Connections Connections for the respective connection items below.
... for all connections have been completed. • When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-2308CI. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Preparations Connections Cables Used for Connections Connections for the respective connection items below.
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...only HDMI or component video signals are input to the AVR-2308CI, the characters of the onscreen display are not displayed over the picture. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Video Conversion Function • This function ...automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-2308CI into the format used to output the video...
...only HDMI or component video signals are input to the AVR-2308CI, the characters of the onscreen display are not displayed over the picture. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Video Conversion Function • This function ...automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-2308CI into the format used to output the video...
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... - S S - - - S - - - NOTE By default, the AVR-2308CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set to the left channel (SBL). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Speaker Connections Speaker Installation The illustration below shows a typical speaker configuration... speakers to the sides of the amplifier combined with the screen surface as the surround back speaker for the AVR-2308CI. 7.1-channels (FRONT A+B) 7.1-channels 6.1-channels 5.1-channels 3.1-channels 2.1-channels 2-channels FRONT L R SS SS SS SS SS SS...
... - S S - - - S - - - NOTE By default, the AVR-2308CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set to the left channel (SBL). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Speaker Connections Speaker Installation The illustration below shows a typical speaker configuration... speakers to the sides of the amplifier combined with the screen surface as the surround back speaker for the AVR-2308CI. 7.1-channels (FRONT A+B) 7.1-channels 6.1-channels 5.1-channels 3.1-channels 2.1-channels 2-channels FRONT L R SS SS SS SS SS SS...
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...speakers with an impedance of 6 to tighten it . Turn the power off, then contact a DENON service center. 4 Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to 16 Ω/ohms. When using a banana...the speaker terminal firmly before inserting the banana plug. ENGLISH 10 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting The protection circuit may be damaged. sides touch each other (v ... tightly or terminate it. 2 Turn the speaker terminal counterclockwise to loosen it to the AVR-2308CI, and be activated if the core wires touch the rear panel or if the +...
...speakers with an impedance of 6 to tighten it . Turn the power off, then contact a DENON service center. 4 Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to 16 Ω/ohms. When using a banana...the speaker terminal firmly before inserting the banana plug. ENGLISH 10 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting The protection circuit may be damaged. sides touch each other (v ... tightly or terminate it. 2 Turn the speaker terminal counterclockwise to loosen it to the AVR-2308CI, and be activated if the core wires touch the rear panel or if the +...
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... do not match the monitor's resolution. "TV" (vpage 27). 11 "HDMI Setup" - When using a DVI cable, no audio signals are connected using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVR-2308CI and monitor using an HDMI cable. • If the connected monitor or DVD ... the speakers connected to the AVR-2308CI. • To output the sound from the HDMI connector (sampling frequency, bit rate, etc.) may not be transferred with a single cable. "HDMI Setup" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting Equipment with...
... do not match the monitor's resolution. "TV" (vpage 27). 11 "HDMI Setup" - When using a DVI cable, no audio signals are connected using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVR-2308CI and monitor using an HDMI cable. • If the connected monitor or DVD ... the speakers connected to the AVR-2308CI. • To output the sound from the HDMI connector (sampling frequency, bit rate, etc.) may not be transferred with a single cable. "HDMI Setup" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting Equipment with...
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...This is connected. When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Digital In" (vpage 35). 13 NOTE The AVR-2308CI's SIGNAL GND terminal is meant to be generated when the ground wire is connected. "Assign" - CD player ... raised with no record player connected. • With some record players, noise may be used. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Record Player Turntable (MM cartridge) "6%*0 065 LR (/% CD Player Connect the cables to reduce noise...
...This is connected. When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Digital In" (vpage 35). 13 NOTE The AVR-2308CI's SIGNAL GND terminal is meant to be generated when the ground wire is connected. "Assign" - CD player ... raised with no record player connected. • With some record players, noise may be used. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Record Player Turntable (MM cartridge) "6%*0 065 LR (/% CD Player Connect the cables to reduce noise...
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"(input source to the AVR-2308CI. "Assign" - "Digital In" (vpage 35). • With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to the VCR (iPod) connector. • To assign the iPod to a connector other than VCR (iPod), make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - TV tuner )%.* ... digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Assign" - "iPod dock" (vpage 35). 14 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting iPod® Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod's operating instructions. iPod TV/CABLE...
"(input source to the AVR-2308CI. "Assign" - "Digital In" (vpage 35). • With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to the VCR (iPod) connector. • To assign the iPod to a connector other than VCR (iPod), make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - TV tuner )%.* ... digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Assign" - "iPod dock" (vpage 35). 14 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting iPod® Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod's operating instructions. iPod TV/CABLE...
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...Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting the Recording Components Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to be used. "Component In" (vpage 35). NOTE Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-2308CI... */ 065 "6%*0 "6%*0 */ 065 -3 -3 015*$"- 065 */ LR LR Video Cassette Recorder Connect the cables to connect the AVR-2308CI's VCR OUT connector. "Assign" - "Assign" - Video cassette recorder 7*%&0 7*%&0 065 */ 47*%&0 */ 065 "6%*0 "6%*0 */...
...Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting the Recording Components Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to be used. "Component In" (vpage 35). NOTE Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-2308CI... */ 065 "6%*0 "6%*0 */ 065 -3 -3 015*$"- 065 */ LR LR Video Cassette Recorder Connect the cables to connect the AVR-2308CI's VCR OUT connector. "Assign" - "Assign" - Video cassette recorder 7*%&0 7*%&0 065 */ 47*%&0 */ 065 "6%*0 "6%*0 */...
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... XM Satellite Radio Inc. XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock XM • To play copyright-protected discs, connect the AVR-2308CI's EXT. "Input Mode" - For details, see "Listening to receive the best signal. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Component with the DVD player's analog multi-channel output connector.
... XM Satellite Radio Inc. XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock XM • To play copyright-protected discs, connect the AVR-2308CI's EXT. "Input Mode" - For details, see "Listening to receive the best signal. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Component with the DVD player's analog multi-channel output connector.
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... RF Remote Controller (RC-7000CI, sold separately) or RF Remote Receiver (RC-7001RCI, sold devices, refer to control the AVR-2308CI from the external controller. "Option Setup" - b If you wish to the respective devices' operating instructions. • To conduct multi-zone playback, see menu "Manual Setup" - "Option Setup" - "2Way Remote" - NOTE • For the audio output, use...
... RF Remote Controller (RC-7000CI, sold separately) or RF Remote Receiver (RC-7001RCI, sold devices, refer to control the AVR-2308CI from the external controller. "Option Setup" - b If you wish to the respective devices' operating instructions. • To conduct multi-zone playback, see menu "Manual Setup" - "Option Setup" - "2Way Remote" - NOTE • For the audio output, use...
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...Do not use the AC outlets to that point are Completed Turning the Power On (vpage 43) Menu Operations With the AVR-2308CI, settings and operations for hairdryers or anything other than audio equipment. The menu is pressed, the settings made up to ... the main unit and remote control unit Operations The same operation is possible on the monitor screen. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting the Power Cord Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord. Once Connections...
...Do not use the AC outlets to that point are Completed Turning the Power On (vpage 43) Menu Operations With the AVR-2308CI, settings and operations for hairdryers or anything other than audio equipment. The menu is pressed, the settings made up to ... the main unit and remote control unit Operations The same operation is possible on the monitor screen. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting the Power Cord Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord. Once Connections...
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...of test tones through each speaker and subwoofer. Amp Assign Advanced setting : changes power amplifier assignment. Start Start Auto Setup. If there is recommended to the next position. Step 3 : Calculation When "Calculate" is because filters add ..., etc.). A + B : O utput test tone from talking. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Optimize settings for speakers in the AVR-2308CI. Once the measurements are completed, the results are performed automatically. This is complete, a...
...of test tones through each speaker and subwoofer. Amp Assign Advanced setting : changes power amplifier assignment. Start Start Auto Setup. If there is recommended to the next position. Step 3 : Calculation When "Calculate" is because filters add ..., etc.). A + B : O utput test tone from talking. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Optimize settings for speakers in the AVR-2308CI. Once the measurements are completed, the results are performed automatically. This is complete, a...
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...made with ample low frequency reproduction capabilities. Default Resets the settings to speakers. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Manual Setup Make detail settings for distance. Before making the settings, measure the distance from listening position to ... Speaker" is set . To use and size. ( ) [Selectable items] Large Small None ( ) 2spkrs 1spkr NOTE By default, the AVR-2308CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set to the left channel (SBL). Large : S elect this procedure to set the speakers manually or if you...
...made with ample low frequency reproduction capabilities. Default Resets the settings to speakers. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Manual Setup Make detail settings for distance. Before making the settings, measure the distance from listening position to ... Speaker" is set . To use and size. ( ) [Selectable items] Large Small None ( ) 2spkrs 1spkr NOTE By default, the AVR-2308CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set to the left channel (SBL). Large : S elect this procedure to set the speakers manually or if you...
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... that are operated. l Display Adjust display brightness of the remote control unit and the receiver. Also, "SETUP LOCKED!" Up to the zone, input source, surround mode, etc. j Remote ID Setup Set remote control ID. [Selectable items] 1 2 3 4 NOTE When using the AVR-2308CI with respect to 16 characters can be input. [Input characters] A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 space) h Trigger Out Select...
... that are operated. l Display Adjust display brightness of the remote control unit and the receiver. Also, "SETUP LOCKED!" Up to the zone, input source, surround mode, etc. j Remote ID Setup Set remote control ID. [Selectable items] 1 2 3 4 NOTE When using the AVR-2308CI with respect to 16 characters can be input. [Input characters] A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 space) h Trigger Out Select...
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...the video signal. To use with the digital audio input connectors assigned, set menu "Input Mode" to "Digital". • When the AVR-2308CI and monitor are output to the monitor. • The audio signals input from analog input. EXT. IN Analog Digital Decode Mode Set ... is properly input, the " " indicator lights on the input source and "Assign" setting (vpage 34, 35). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Input Mode Make input mode and decode mode settings for which the menu "Assign" setting is set to "HDMI"....
...the video signal. To use with the digital audio input connectors assigned, set menu "Input Mode" to "Digital". • When the AVR-2308CI and monitor are output to the monitor. • The audio signals input from analog input. EXT. IN Analog Digital Decode Mode Set ... is properly input, the " " indicator lights on the input source and "Assign" setting (vpage 34, 35). Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Input Mode Make input mode and decode mode settings for which the menu "Assign" setting is set to "HDMI"....
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... set separately. z3 : This is displayed when the input signal is the Pro Logic playback mode. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Video Convert Automatically convert video input signal to "OFF". Surround Playback of the selected input source's audio ...IN+PLgx MUSIC MULTI CH IN 7.1 z1 : This is displayed when the input signal is "DTS-ES Matrix 6.1" and the AVR-2308CI's "AFDM" setting is suited for games. Display Condition Signal strength is strong Signal strength is good Signal strength is marginal Signal ...
... set separately. z3 : This is displayed when the input signal is the Pro Logic playback mode. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Video Convert Automatically convert video input signal to "OFF". Surround Playback of the selected input source's audio ...IN+PLgx MUSIC MULTI CH IN 7.1 z1 : This is displayed when the input signal is "DTS-ES Matrix 6.1" and the AVR-2308CI's "AFDM" setting is suited for games. Display Condition Signal strength is strong Signal strength is good Signal strength is marginal Signal ...
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... of iPod and the software version, some functions may not operate. • DENON will switch as an individual. Searching Categories 1 Press o p. iPod is "Mode3". • Press and set the AVR-2308CI's power to the standby mode before disconnecting the iPod. and other countries. Basic...XM satellite and terrestrial signals can also be checked at menu "Input Setup" - The display will accept no responsibility whatsoever for iPod's input. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID 1 ...
... of iPod and the software version, some functions may not operate. • DENON will switch as an individual. Searching Categories 1 Press o p. iPod is "Mode3". • Press and set the AVR-2308CI's power to the standby mode before disconnecting the iPod. and other countries. Basic...XM satellite and terrestrial signals can also be checked at menu "Input Setup" - The display will accept no responsibility whatsoever for iPod's input. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID 1 ...
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...35) • The title name, artist name and album name can be checked by pressing STATUS during playback. • On the AVR-2308CI, folder and file names can be set the Remote mode. 2 Watching the iPod's screen, use [ui] to select "Photos" or... "Video Settings" must be viewed on the monitor. Playing repeatedly Press [CHANNEL -]. [Selectable items] All One OFF MENU : "Input Setup" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH [Front] [1] [6], [7] [8], [9] uiop [Rear] [MODE] uiop STATUS ui , op CHANNEL [2] [ENTER], ...
...35) • The title name, artist name and album name can be checked by pressing STATUS during playback. • On the AVR-2308CI, folder and file names can be set the Remote mode. 2 Watching the iPod's screen, use [ui] to select "Photos" or... "Video Settings" must be viewed on the monitor. Playing repeatedly Press [CHANNEL -]. [Selectable items] All One OFF MENU : "Input Setup" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH [Front] [1] [6], [7] [8], [9] uiop [Rear] [MODE] uiop STATUS ui , op CHANNEL [2] [ENTER], ...