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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 and Room EQ, featuring MultEQ from analog sources • 10-...; High level resolution filters for satellite speakers and also subwoofer *Setup mic included Denon Design Solutions for Maximizing Content Quality • Indentical quality and power for all 7 channels, 100W x 7ch • Discrete devices for zone 2 • Includes dedicated zone remote control unit • Remote in each block • Faroudja DCDi Processing up...
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 and Room EQ, featuring MultEQ from analog sources • 10-...; High level resolution filters for satellite speakers and also subwoofer *Setup mic included Denon Design Solutions for Maximizing Content Quality • Indentical quality and power for all 7 channels, 100W x 7ch • Discrete devices for zone 2 • Includes dedicated zone remote control unit • Remote in each block • Faroudja DCDi Processing up...
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... Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Cautions on Handling •...the surroundings, condensation (dew) may differ 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 in noise. b Note b b b Wall...8226; Note that there are correct and that the illustrations in these instructions may form on . q DENON system components w Non-DENON system components • By setting the preset memory (vpage 50 ~ 52) Inserting the Batteries q ...
... Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Cautions on Handling •...the surroundings, condensation (dew) may differ 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 in noise. b Note b b b Wall...8226; Note that there are correct and that the illustrations in these instructions may form on . q DENON system components w Non-DENON system components • By setting the preset memory (vpage 50 ~ 52) Inserting the Batteries q ...
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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Preparations Connections Cables Used for Connections Connections for all connections have been completed. • When making ... the power cord until all compatible audio and video signal formats are connecting. With some types of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-2308CI. Audio cables Coaxial digital connections (Orange) Coaxial digital (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug) cable Optical digital connections Optical cable Analog connections (stereo) (White) L...
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Preparations Connections Cables Used for Connections Connections for all connections have been completed. • When making ... the power cord until all compatible audio and video signal formats are connecting. With some types of connections, certain settings must be made on the AVR-2308CI. Audio cables Coaxial digital connections (Orange) Coaxial digital (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug) cable Optical digital connections Optical cable Analog connections (stereo) (White) L...
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... outputs : When 480i/576i signals are input in the main zone On-Screen Display for Component Video Outputs and HDMI Output • When viewing HDMI or component video signals via the AVR-2308CI, the on-screen display appears when the MENU button or the... 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 S-Video or Video format. • When a non-standard video signal from the AVR-2308CI to a monitor. • The AVR-2308CI's video input/output...
... outputs : When 480i/576i signals are input in the main zone On-Screen Display for Component Video Outputs and HDMI Output • When viewing HDMI or component video signals via the AVR-2308CI, the on-screen display appears when the MENU button or the... 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 S-Video or Video format. • When a non-standard video signal from the AVR-2308CI to a monitor. • The AVR-2308CI's video input/output...
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...AVR-2308CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set to the left channel (SBL). SURROUND BACK L R 1 only SUBWOOFER S S - S S - - - S - - - - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Speaker Connections Speaker Installation The illustration below shows a typical speaker configuration for the main zone...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...
...AVR-2308CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set to the left channel (SBL). SURROUND BACK L R 1 only SUBWOOFER S S - S S - - - S - - - - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Speaker Connections Speaker Installation The illustration below shows a typical speaker configuration for the main zone...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...
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...the set nor in the connections, the set 's power back on the speakers being connected to the AVR-2308CI, and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly. 1 Peel off , then contact a DENON service center. 4 Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to tighten it . 3 Insert the speaker cable's ... if the core wires touch the rear panel or if the + and - ENGLISH 10 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Doing so could result in the ventilation around it to 16 Ω/ohms. When using a banana plug Tighten the speaker ...
...the set nor in the connections, the set 's power back on the speakers being connected to the AVR-2308CI, and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly. 1 Peel off , then contact a DENON service center. 4 Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to tighten it . 3 Insert the speaker cable's ... if the core wires touch the rear panel or if the + and - ENGLISH 10 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting Doing so could result in the ventilation around it to 16 Ω/ohms. When using a banana plug Tighten the speaker ...
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...Setup" - NOTE • Use a CPPM-compatible DVD player to play the digital video and audio signals of the devices. b The AVR-2308CI is a copy protection technology consisting of data encoding and mutual identification of a DVDVideo or DVD-Audio disc using HDMI/DVI connections, both ... signals output from the TV, make the settings at menu "Manual Setup" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be possible when using a ...
...Setup" - NOTE • Use a CPPM-compatible DVD player to play the digital video and audio signals of the devices. b The AVR-2308CI is a copy protection technology consisting of data encoding and mutual identification of a DVDVideo or DVD-Audio disc using HDMI/DVI connections, both ... signals output from the TV, make the settings at menu "Manual Setup" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be possible when using a ...
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...if the volume is raised with no record player connected. • With some record players, noise may be used. NOTE The AVR-2308CI's SIGNAL GND terminal is meant to be generated when the ground wire is connected. When using an optical cable for the digital ...make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Assign" - "Digital In" (vpage 35). 13 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 when a record player is not ...
...if the volume is raised with no record player connected. • With some record players, noise may be used. NOTE The AVR-2308CI's SIGNAL GND terminal is meant to be generated when the ground wire is connected. When using an optical cable for the digital ...make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "Assign" - "Digital In" (vpage 35). 13 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 when a record player is not ...
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... instructions on the Control Dock for iPod settings, refer to the Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) to connect the iPod to the AVR-2308CI. "(input source to a connector other than VCR (iPod), make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "iPod dock" (vpage 35). 14 "Digital In" (vpage 35). ...the iPod to which iPod dock assigned)" - iPod TV/CABLE Tuner Connect the cables to be used . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting iPod® Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod's operating instructions. "Assign" -
... instructions on the Control Dock for iPod settings, refer to the Control Dock for iPod (ASD-1R, sold separately) to connect the iPod to the AVR-2308CI. "(input source to a connector other than VCR (iPod), make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - "iPod dock" (vpage 35). 14 "Digital In" (vpage 35). ...the iPod to which iPod dock assigned)" - iPod TV/CABLE Tuner Connect the cables to be used . Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting iPod® Use a DENON Control Dock for iPod's operating instructions. "Assign" -
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... if you wish to record analog audio signals. • When recording via the AVR-2308CI, the playback device's cable must be of the same type as the cable used to connect the AVR-2308CI's VCR OUT connector. NOTE Do not connect the output of the component connected to... component video cable for the video connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - Getting Started Connections 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 of ...
... if you wish to record analog audio signals. • When recording via the AVR-2308CI, the playback device's cable must be of the same type as the cable used to connect the AVR-2308CI's VCR OUT connector. NOTE Do not connect the output of the component connected to... component video cable for the video connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup" - Getting Started Connections 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 of ...
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Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Component with the DVD player's analog multi-channel output connector. IN" (vpage 34). • The video signal can receive XM® Satellite Radio by connecting to the XM Mini-Tuner and .../ External decoder 46# 800'&3 '30/5 "6%*0 $&/5&3 463306/% -3 -3 463306/% #"$, -3 LR LR LR LR LR LR XM connector • The AVR-2308CI is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. "Input Mode" - XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock XM • To play copyright-protected discs,...
Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Component with the DVD player's analog multi-channel output connector. IN" (vpage 34). • The video signal can receive XM® Satellite Radio by connecting to the XM Mini-Tuner and .../ External decoder 46# 800'&3 '30/5 "6%*0 $&/5&3 463306/% -3 -3 463306/% #"$, -3 LR LR LR LR LR LR XM connector • The AVR-2308CI is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. "Input Mode" - XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock XM • To play copyright-protected discs,...
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...and operating separately sold separately) two-way communication with an RF Remote Controller or RF Remote Receiver, make the settings at the same time (vpage 54 ~ 57). The AVR-2308CI's status information as well as iPod can be browsed watching the RF Remote Controller's display.... combination with operations on the AVR-2308CI's power. w Turn off in association with an RF Remote Controller (RC-7000CI, sold separately) or RF Remote Receiver (RC-7001RCI, sold devices, refer to the respective devices' operating instructions. • To conduct multi-zone playback, see menu "Manual Setup...
...and operating separately sold separately) two-way communication with an RF Remote Controller or RF Remote Receiver, make the settings at the same time (vpage 54 ~ 57). The AVR-2308CI's status information as well as iPod can be browsed watching the RF Remote Controller's display.... combination with operations on the AVR-2308CI's power. w Turn off in association with an RF Remote Controller (RC-7000CI, sold separately) or RF Remote Receiver (RC-7001RCI, sold devices, refer to the respective devices' operating instructions. • To conduct multi-zone playback, see menu "Manual Setup...
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...the main unit and remote control unit Operations The same operation is displayed. 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. Incomplete ... When MENU is pressed, the settings made up 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. Power cord (included) To household power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 ...
...the main unit and remote control unit Operations The same operation is displayed. 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. Incomplete ... When MENU is pressed, the settings made up 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. Power cord (included) To household power outlet (AC 120 V, 60 ...
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... completing a measurement position, move the microphone to "Amp Assign" (vpage 30). 24 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Optimize settings for speakers in the AVR-2308CI. F Menu screen F 1-1.Start Menu Audyssey MultEQ Step1:Speaker Detection Please place microphone at ear height at "Step 2", the measurements...
... completing a measurement position, move the microphone to "Amp Assign" (vpage 30). 24 Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Auto Setup Optimize settings for speakers in the AVR-2308CI. F Menu screen F 1-1.Start Menu Audyssey MultEQ Step1:Speaker Detection Please place microphone at ear height at "Step 2", the measurements...
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...the default values. 26 Before making the settings, measure the distance from the subwoofer. Feet / Meters Select unit for the main zone, change the settings made with ample low frequency reproduction capabilities. To use as the surround back speaker for distance. Yes : ... ENGLISH Surround Speaker Select surround speakers use and size. ( ) [Selectable items] Large Small None ( ) 2spkrs 1spkr NOTE By default, the AVR-2308CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set . Large : S elect this when using large speakers with the auto setup procedure. Getting Started Connections Setup ...
...the default values. 26 Before making the settings, measure the distance from the subwoofer. Feet / Meters Select unit for the main zone, change the settings made with ample low frequency reproduction capabilities. To use as the surround back speaker for distance. Yes : ... ENGLISH Surround Speaker Select surround speakers use and size. ( ) [Selectable items] Large Small None ( ) 2spkrs 1spkr NOTE By default, the AVR-2308CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set . Large : S elect this when using large speakers with the auto setup procedure. Getting Started Connections Setup ...
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... listed below can be changed. is selected, the trigger out turns on . l Display Adjust display brightness of the remote control unit and the receiver. Dark : Very low display brightness. OFF : T urn protection off unless controls are set to "Used". For details about the trigger out...Setup Set remote control ID. [Selectable items] 1 2 3 4 NOTE When using the AVR-2308CI with Respect to the Input Source When the input source set to "ON". • This can be set to the zone, input source, surround mode, etc. Bright Dim OFF Dark A0 Setup Lock Protect settings ...
... listed below can be changed. is selected, the trigger out turns on . l Display Adjust display brightness of the remote control unit and the receiver. Dark : Very low display brightness. OFF : T urn protection off unless controls are set to "Used". For details about the trigger out...Setup Set remote control ID. [Selectable items] 1 2 3 4 NOTE When using the AVR-2308CI with Respect to the Input Source When the input source set to "ON". • This can be set to the zone, input source, surround mode, etc. Bright Dim OFF Dark A0 Setup Lock Protect settings ...
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...only signals from EXT. AUTO HDMI EXT. HDMI2 : A ssign HDMI2 input connector. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Input Mode Make input mode and decode mode settings for this source. If the " " indicator does not light,...can be selected for input sources for which the menu "Assign" setting is set menu "Input Mode" to "Digital". • When the AVR-2308CI and monitor are transferred simultaneously. When HDMI is properly input, the " " indicator lights on the main unitH n Selecting the "Auto", "...
...only signals from EXT. AUTO HDMI EXT. HDMI2 : A ssign HDMI2 input connector. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Input Mode Make input mode and decode mode settings for this source. If the " " indicator does not light,...can be selected for input sources for which the menu "Assign" setting is set menu "Input Mode" to "Digital". • When the AVR-2308CI and monitor are transferred simultaneously. When HDMI is properly input, the " " indicator lights on the main unitH n Selecting the "Auto", "...
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..." is "DTS 96/24". Game : This mode is set separately. "Surround Parameter" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Video Convert Automatically convert video input signal to play analog input signals and PCM (2-channel, 48 kHz or less) in XM... MULTI 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 music sources. Source Level Corrects the playback level of 2-channel Sources To select these surround modes using a...
..." is "DTS 96/24". Game : This mode is set separately. "Surround Parameter" - Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Video Convert Automatically convert video input signal to play analog input signals and PCM (2-channel, 48 kHz or less) in XM... MULTI 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 music sources. Source Level Corrects the playback level of 2-channel Sources To select these surround modes using a...
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... ID is a trademark of iPod and the software version, some functions may not operate. • DENON will switch as an individual. iPod® Playback The music on the display. Basic Operation 1 Make... "Input Setup" - The default setting is "Mode3". • Press and set the AVR-2308CI's power to check (example: "XM001") is shown on the reception conditions. The display will...used to select the desired station. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID 1 Either turn ...
... ID is a trademark of iPod and the software version, some functions may not operate. • DENON will switch as an individual. iPod® Playback The music on the display. Basic Operation 1 Make... "Input Setup" - The default setting is "Mode3". • Press and set the AVR-2308CI's power to check (example: "XM001") is shown on the reception conditions. The display will...used to select the desired station. Getting Started Connections Setup Playback Remote Control Multi-Zone Information Troubleshooting ENGLISH Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID 1 Either turn ...
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..." - "Option Setup" - Viewing Still Pictures or Videos on the iPod Photo and video data on the monitor. 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], [CH SELECT] STATUS [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 viewed on the iPod can be set at the iPod's "Slideshow Settings" or "Video Settings" must...
..." - "Option Setup" - Viewing Still Pictures or Videos on the iPod Photo and video data on the monitor. 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], [CH SELECT] STATUS [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 viewed on the iPod can be set at the iPod's "Slideshow Settings" or "Video Settings" must...