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Denon AVR-2803/983 Home Theater System User Manual

1. Note 2 Cinema DOLBY PL Mode only Note 3 Cinema Mode only X Not adjustable Paid When When When Dolby playing playing playing SURROUND sus suRRouwp D8 is Pid ps Mode FRONT UR CENTER UR WOOFER BACK L R signais 9 DIRECT x KK 5 Oo STEREO x G c EXTERNAL INPUT x x x DOLBY PRO LOGIC IE amp eka x o 1 Only for 2 ch contents DTS NEO 6 OU x o Oo 2 Signal output can be DOLBY DIGITAL x x x changed with the SB CH DTS SURROUND DTS ES MTAX 6 1 x o x x OYT surround parameter setting 5 7CH STEREO o ROCK ARENA C e JAZZ CLUB Q o VIDEO GAME Oo e 5 MONO MOVIE 4 C 2 MATRIX C C D VIRTUAL o x x x C C o Signal Able No signal X Unable Turned on ar off by speaker configuration setting Signals and adjustability in the different modes Parameter default values are shown in parentheses SURROUND PARAMETER UE E 5 en playing PRO NE MODE ME Doy Diar s DIRECT x x x X x x x x x x x 2 OFF C OdB STEREO 0dB x x x x x x x x x x 2 OFF dB EXTERNAL INPUT x x x x x x x x x x x x x DOLBY PRO LOGIC IE 0dB C CINEMA OFF x x x o OFF Q G Oo x 2 OFF C dB Note2 NRML OFF DTS NEO 6 0dB O CINEMA OFF x x x o x x x 0 2 2 OFF 0dB Note3 INRMEL
2. Surround back Subwoofer Surround Front Decoder with 8 or 6 channel analog output D O X For instructions on playback using the external input EXT IN jacks see page 44 Connecting the ZONE 2 jacks if another pre main integrated amplifier or power amplifier is connected the ZONE 2 jacks can be used to play a different program source in ZONE 2 the same time See page 48 RC 616 ZONE 2 INFRARED RETRANSMITTER Integrated pre main amplifier RC617 INFRARED SENSOR OUTPUT INPUT DENON AUX OUT pes Iun Or Bom MERE E esperes MACTECOMTROL lam BRIAN DHE nl LO OOO 99 G9 9 TASER UT BG G a 0 LL 0 IL DC tfj mA MAX gt pO De ena scum wae SRAD Mie mor ANG ee Extension jacks for future use Serial Control cable SERIAL CONTROL terminal RS232C GND Con
3. For operating instructions refer to the manuals of the respective components 4 Start playing the source to be output NOTES The signals of the source selected in the ZONE2 mode are also output from the VCR 1 VCR 2 and CDR TAPE recording output jacks Digital signals are not output from the ZONE2 audio output jacks FUNCTION To cancel turn the function knob and select SOURCE Main unit 3 Remote control unit operations during multi source playback selecting the input source This operation is possible when ZONE2 mode is selected This operation is not possible in the REC OUT mode Select ZONE2 using the ZONE 2 T i RQ Remote control unit 2 Press the ZONE2 ON button 20NE2 OFF ON X To cancel the ZONE2 mode CO Ca Press the ZONE2 OFF button NN Remote control unit Press the input source button The ZONE2 source switches directly 4 The output level of the ZONE 2 OUT terminals can be controlled using the VOLUME and buttons on the remote control unit M The output level of ZONE 2 OUT can be controlled only if ZONE2 vol level is set Variable at Zone2 Control in System Setup Menu See page 26 Remote control unit X DEFAULT SETTING ZONE2 VOLUME LEVEL dB MINIMUM The main zone output can be turned on and off with the MAIN ON OFF button
4. SURROUND SURROUND Display the PARAMETER PARAMETER surround parameter Do by Di g ital EK DTS ES DSCRTE mi GINE c NENA EQ enu erri M MID E D C MP ADIP M LFE Ou De LFE OdBh Wt TONE 4 OFF Q TONE 4 Main unit Remote control unit NOTE The displ th diff di SB CH OUT SB CH OUT 0 e display on the screen differs depen ing on MTRX ON gt at MTRX ON gt whether you are performing the operation from Dial Yes4 Default Yes lt the main unit or the remote control unit 5 Select the various parameters 6 Adjust the parameter settings SELECT C set Main unit Remote control unit SURROUND PARAMETER Ex SIS Main unit Remote control unit Ji Dialogue Normalization The dialogue normalization function is activated automatically when playing Dolby Digital program sources Dialogue normalization is a basic function of Dolby Digital which automatically normalizes the dialog level standard level of the signals which are recorded at different levels for different program sources such as DVD DTV and other future formats that will use Dolby Digital These contents can be verified with the STATUS button Display The number indicates the normalization level when the currently playing program is normalized to the standard level NOTE When Default is selected and the cursor button is pressed CINEMA EQ and D COMP
5. When the ZONE2 SOURCE function is CHANNEL 5 set to TUNER the preset channel can be selected using the CHANNEL and 2 buttons on the remote control unit N Remote control unit 47 Multi zone playback with multi source MULTI ZONE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM When the outputs of the ZONE 2 OUT terminals are wired and connected to integrated amplifiers installed in other rooms different sources can be played in rooms other than the main zone in which this unit and the playback devices are installed Refer to ZONE 2 on the diagram below ZONE 2 SPEAKER OUT can be used when ZONE2 is selected at System Setup Menu Power Amp Assignment In this case Surround Back Speaker Out cannot be used for MAIN ZONE See page 25 When a sold separately room to room remote control unit DENON RC 616 617 or 618 is wired and connected between the MAIN ZONE and ZONE 2 the remote controllable devices in the main zone can be controlled from ZONE 2 using the remote control unit X To control playback devices other than the ones above either use that device s remote control unit or preset a separately sold programmable remote control unit NOTES For the AUDIO output use high quality pin plug cords and wire in such a way that there is no humming or noise For instructions on installation and operation of separately sold devices refer to the devices operating instructions E MULTI ZONE MUSIC ENTER
6. CD player or other component equipped with digital output jacks SJ Jopricar fconcar OUTPUT MD recorder CD recorder or other component AC 120 V 60 Hz Route the connection cords etc in such a way that they do not obstruct the ventilation holes TRIGGER OUT Turn the DC 12V voltage on and off for the individual functions For details see Setting the Trigger Out Setup on page 28 equipped with digital input output jacks CD recorder or Tape deck e 6 2253 CE 90000 INPUT OUTPUT Ooo o 3330 OPTICAL R Connecting the DIGITAL jacks INPUT Use these for connections to audio equipment with digital output Refer to page 23 for instructions on setting this terminal NOTES Use 76 ohms cable pin cords for coaxial connections Use optical cables for optical connections removing the cap before connecting i NOTE 2 o 0000 if humming noise is generated by a L Ooo 1 50 tape deck etc move the tape deck OUTPUT away Connecting a tape deck Connections for recording Connect the tape deck s recording input jacks LINE IN or REC to this unit s tape recording CDR TAPE OUT jacks using pin plug cords Connecti
7. QE a Front L 12ft a o of as distance Examp X f Yes is selected for Default to the default values u e When the distance is set to 12 feet for the center speaker the settings are automatically reset Please note that the difference of distance for every speaker should be 20 ft 6 0 m or less If you set an invalid distance a CAUTION notice Such as screen right will appear In this case please relocate the blinking speaker s so that its distance is no highlighted line larger than the value shown in Delay Time iti RELOCATE BLINKING SP Default Yes 4 Deel Front L 12ft Q Front R 12ft Center 1ft 8 Cr Subwoofer FAO am V ummy Enter the setting The System Setup Menu reappears The AVR 2803 983 automatically sets the optimum surround delay time for the listening room NOTE if the distance unit is changed after the delay time is set the settings are reset to the factory default values see page 16 17 Setting the Channel Level Use this setting to adjust so that the playback level between the different channels is equal From the listening position listen to the test tones produced from the speakers to adjust the level The level can also be adjusted directly from the remote control unit For details see page 49 1 B At the System Setup Menu se
8. 29 After completing system setup This button can be pressed at any time during the system setup process to complete the process 1 SYSTEM At the System Setup Menu press the SYSTEM SETUP button eld X The changed settings are entered and the on screen display turns off SETUP On screen display signals Signals input to the AVR 2803 On screen display signal output j VIDEO MONITOR OUT video S video MONITOR OUT video VIDEO signal input jack yellow S video signal input jack signal output jack yellow signal output jack 1 x x O e 2 O x o x 3 x O x 0 4 O x O O Signal X No signal O On screen signals output X On screen signals not output NOTES The on screen display signals are not output from the color difference component video signal MONITOR OUT jacks For 4 above the on screen display signals are output to the VIDEO MONITOR OUT video signal output jack yellow if the monitor TV is not connected to the S video MONITOR OUT video signal output jack 30 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT The included remote control unit RC 924 can be used to operate not only the AVR 2803 983 but other remote control compatible DENON components as well In addition the memory contains the control signals for other remote control units so it can be used to operate non Denon remote control compatible products inserting the batteries D Remove the remote control u
9. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable System is connected to the product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode See Figure A Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects
10. indicator turns off Remote control unit 61 Preset memory Use the Auto tuning or Manual tuning operation to tune in the station to be preset in the memory MEMORY Press the MEMORY button Sy Remote control unit D ls CHO ER 2 5 SHIFT Press the SHIFT button and select the desired memory block A to E amp OOOO OO 0 01 Goo Remote contro unit 4 TEES me x 4 CHANNEL Press the CHANNEL up or COO down button to select the desired OC preset channel 1 to 8 Remote control unit MEMORY Press the MEMORY button again to store the station in the preset memory Remote contro unit To preset other channels repeat steps 2 to 5 A total of 40 broadcast stations can be preset 8 stations channels 1 to 8 in each of blocks A to E Checking the preset stations The preset broadcast stations can be checked on the on screen display 1 Press the ON SCREEN DISPLAY button repeatedly until the Tuner Preset Stations screen appears on the OSD Tuner Preset Stations ATM 87 BOMN A2H 89 10MK A3H 98 10Mh A4H107 80MM ON SCREEN ASH 90 10MM AGH 90 10MH ATH 90 10MM A8F 90 10MM iRemote control unit 62 Recalling preset stations Recalling preset stations from the remote control unit 1 SHIFT Watching the display press the SHIFT button to select the preset N memory block Remot
11. AV SURROUND RECEIVER AVR 2803 983 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 4 Ol E E f E E i DOON 8 jo Ce GO Ol BIO Xo D GMT I ON nis 3 D D DI Me me a aa RCE B B ramen We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR 2803 983 WM To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR 2803 983 has to offer read these instructions carefully and use the set properly Be sure to keep this manual for future reference should any questions or problems arise SERIAL NO PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE E SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION To REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the A presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage
12. PCM jacks to the 2 Dolby Pro Logic II Dolby Pro Logic H is a new multi channel playback format developed by Dolby Laboratories using feedback logic steering technology and offering improvements over conventional Dolby Pro Logic circuits Dolby Pro Logic H can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Surround 2 but also regular stereo sources into five channels front left front right center surround left and surround right to achieve surround sound Whereas with conventional Dolby Pro Logic the surround channel playback frequency band was limited Dolby Pro Logic H offers a wider band range 20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater In addition the surround channels were monaural the surround left and right channels were the same with previous Dolby Pro Logic but Dolby Pro Logic IE they are played as stereo signals Various parameters can be set according to the type of source and the contents so it is possible to achieve optimum decoding see page 50 X Sources recorded in Dolby Surround These are sources in which three or more channels of surround have been recorded as two channels of signals using Dolby Surround encoding technology Dolby Surround is used for the sound tracks of movies recorded on DVDs LDs and Video cassettes to be played on stereo VCRs as well as for the stereo broadcast signals of FM radio TV satellite broadcasts and cable TV Decoding these signals with Dolby Pro Logic II makes it possible to ac
13. Switch to the Auto Preset Memory screen Auto Preset Memory Auto Tuning amp Preset Station Memory Storing Preset Memory Start res 28 3 Use the CURSOR button to select Yes Search flashes on the screen and searching begins Completed appears once searching is completed HET s The display automatically switches to screen Protecting the setting The system setup settings can be locked so that they cannot be changed easily At the System Setup Menu select Setup Lock System Setup Manu Ext In Subwoofer Level l3 Auto Surround Mode OR eraen Display rigger Out Setup Auto Tuner Presets Setup Lock Switch to the Setup Lock screen Select ON to lock the system setup settings Setup Lock DOFF Press the ENTER to finalize the setting and exit the system setup mode When the setup lock function is activated the settings listed below cannot be changed and Setup Locked is displayed when related buttons are operated System setup settings Surround parameter settings Tone control settings Channel level settings including test tones To unlock press the System Setup button again and display the Setup Lock screen then select OFF and press ENTER X System setup is complete Once these settings are made there is no need to change them unless different AV components are connected or the speakers are repositioned
14. are automatically turned off LFE is reset and the tone is set to the default value Surround parameters 2 CINEMA EQ Cinema Equalizer The Cinema EQ function gently decreases the level of the extreme high frequencies compensating for overly bright sounding motion picture soundtracks Select this function if the sound from the front speakers is too bright This function only works in the Dolby Pro Logic Il Dolby Digital DTS Surround DTS NEO 6 and WIDE SCREEN modes The same contents are set for all operating modes D COMP Dynamic Range Compression Motion picture soundtracks have tremendous dynamic range the contrast between very soft and very loud sounds For listening late at night or whenever the maximum sound level is lower than usual the Dynamic Range Compression allows you to hear all of the sounds in the soundtrack but with reduced dynamic range This only works when playing program sources recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS Select one of the four parameters UOFF LOW MID middle or HI high Set to OFF for normal listening LFE Low Frequency Effect This sets the level of the LFE Low Frequency Effect sounds included in the source when playing program sources recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS if the sound produced from the subwoofer sounds distorted due to the LFE signals when playing Dolby Digital or DTS sources when the peak limiter is turned off with the subwoofer peak limit level setti
15. do not function with the AVR 2803 983 Nothing happens w hen they are pressed 15 SETTING UP THE SYSTEM Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in CONNECTIONS see pages 6 to 13 make the various settings described below on the monitor screen using the AVR 2803 983 s on screen display function These settings are required to set up the listening room s AV system centered around the AVR 2803 983 Check that the remote control unit is set to AMP mode TAPE CDR MD or CD The system settings can be reset to the default factory shipment settings by initialization of the microprocessor see page 63 Use the following buttons to set up the system SYSTEM SETUP button Press this to display the system setup menu CURSOR buttons andb Use these to move the cursors 4 and P to the left and right on the screen AandY Use these to move the cursors A and V to the up and down on the screen en ENTER button Press this to switch the display Also use this button to complete the setting System setup items and default values set upon shipment from the factory System setup Default settings input the combination of speakers in your system and their Front Sp Center Sp Sub Woofer Surround Sp Surroun
16. dus 6 13 14 Initialization of the Microprocessor 68 6 Part Names and Functions sui 14 15 15 Troubleshooting coe ee cete e ee E N a 64 7 Setting up the system 16 30 16 Additional Information 65 74 8 Remote Control Unit teretes d nl 17 SpecitiGations actum eere ete e isnt eo 7D 9 Operation te ede dde ette b Pa e Pete 41 48 E ACCESSORIES Check that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit D Operating instructions 1 D Warranty for North America model only 1 Service station list 1 Remote control unit amp R6P AA batteries 3 AM loop antenna 1 FM indoor antenna 1 RC 924 1 D dg ETS NI 1 BEFORE USING Pay attention to the following before using this unit Moving the set To prevent short circuits or damaged wires in the connection cords always unplug the power cord and disconnect the connection cords between all other audio components when moving the set Before turning the power switch on Check once again that all connections are proper and that there are not problems with the connection cords Always set the power Switch to the standby position before connecting and disconnecting connection cords 2 CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated if this unit or any other electronic equipment using microprocessors is used near a tuner or TV If this happens
17. Center Surround Surr Back Zone 2 6 16 O ohms 200 mV 47 kQ kohms 10 Hz 100 kHz 0 3 dB DIRECT mode 102 dB DIRECT mode 0 005 20 Hz 20 kHz DIRECT mode 12V Rated output 2 V at O dB playback Total harmonic distortion 0 008 1 kHz at O dB S N ratio 102 dB Dynamic range 96 dB Format Digital audio interface 2 5 mV 1 dB 20 Hz to 20 kHz 74 dB A weighting with 5 mV input 150 mV 8V 0 03 1 kHz 3 V 1 Vp p 75 Q ohms 5 Hz 10 MHz 40 3dB Y signal 1 Vp p 75 Q ohms C signal 0 286 Vp p 75 Q ohms 5 Hz 10 MHz 40 3 dB Y signal 1 Vp p 75 Q ohms Pe Ce signal 0 7 Vp p 75 Q ohms Pr Cr signal 0 7Vp p 75 O ohms DC 100 MHz 0 3 dB FM note UV at 75 Q ohms 0 dBf 1 x 1075 W AM 87 50 MHz 107 90 MHz 520 kHz 1710 kHz 1 0 uV 11 2 dBf 18 pV MONO 1 6 pV 15 3 dBf STEREO 23 pV 38 5 dBf MONO 77 dB STEREO 72 dB MONO 0 1596 STEREO 03 AC 120 V 60 Hz 55A 1 W Max Standby 434 W x 171 H x 416 D mm 17 3 82 x 6 47 64 x 16 3 8 13 0 kg 28 lbs 11 oz R6P AA Type three batteries 58 W x 230 H x 37 D mm 2 9 32 x 9 1 16 x 1 29 64 230 g Approx 8 oz including batteries For purposes of improvement specifications and design are subject to change without notice 75 DENON Ltd 16 11 YUSHIMA 3 CHOME BUNKYOU KU TOKYO 113 0034 JAPAN Telephone 03 3837 5321 Printed in Japan 511
18. Connect to the AM antenna terminals Ej Remove the vinyl ti and take out the Bend in the reverse connection line direction a With the antenna on top any stable gt surface 7 Mount b With the antenna attached to a wall gt Installation hole Mount on wali etc 10 Connection of AM antennas t Push the lever 2 Insert the conductor 3 Return the lever ith fm Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Notes Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously Even if an external AM antenna is used do not disconnect the AM loop antenna Make sure AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of the panel Connecting the external input EXT IN jacks These jacks are for inputting multi channel audio signals from an outboard decoder or a component with a different type of multi channel decoder such as a DVD Audio player a multi channel SACD player or other future multi channel sound format decoder When making connections also refer to the operating instructions of the other components
19. Output terminals Analog Input sensitivity input impedance Frequency response S N Distortion Rated output Digital D A output Digital input Phono equalizer PHONO input REC OUT Input sensitivity RIAA deviation Signal to noise ratio Rated output Maximum output Distortion factor W Video section Standard video jacks Input output level and impedance Frequency response S video jacks Input output level and impedance Frequency response Color component video jacks Input output level and impedance Frequency response M Tuner section Receiving Range Usable Sensitivity 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity S N IHF A Total Harmonic Distortion at 1 kHz M General Power supply Power consumption Maximum external dimensions Mass M Remote control unit RC 924 Batteries External dimensions Mass Front 90 W 90 W 8 O ohms 20 Hz 20 kHz with 0 05 T H D 125 W 125 W 6 O ohms 1 kHz with 0 7 T H D Center 90 W 8 Q ohms 20 Hz 20 kHz with 0 0596 T H D 125 W 6 O ohms 1 kHz with 0 7 T H D 90 W 90 W 8 O ohms 20 Hz 20 kHz with 0 0596 T H D 125 W 125 W 6 Ofohms 1 kHz with 0 796 T H D Surround Back 90 W 90 W 8 Q ohms 20 Hz 20 kHz with 0 05 T H D 125 W 125 W 6 Q ohms 1 kHz with 0 7 T H D 120W x2ch 8 Q ohms 170W x2ch 4 Q ohms 200Wx2ch 2 O ohms Surround Front AorB 6 16 O ohms A B 8 16 O ohms
20. Tenir compte d une dispersion de chaleur suffisante lors de l installation sur une tag re Handie the power cord carefully Hold the plug when unplugging the cord Manipuler fe cordon d alimentation avec pr caution Tenir ia prise iors du d branchement du cordon B E Unplug the power cord when not using the set for long periods of time D brancher le cordon d alimentation lorsque l appareil n est pas utilis pendant de longues p riodes Do not let insecticides benzene and thinner come in contact with the set Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides du benz ne et un diluant avec l appareil For sets with ventilation holes Do not obstruct the ventilation holes Ne pas obstruer les trous d a ration Never disassemble or modify the set in any way Ne jamais d monter ou modifier l appareil d une mani re ou d une autre 10 11 12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aeros
21. The surround mode switches in the following order each time the DSP SIMULATION button is pressed r 7 MONO MOVIE ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB VIRTUAL MATRIX VIDEO GAME SURROUND Display the surround parameter screen on the monitor 2 ir X The screen for the selected surround mode appears ROCK ARENA WAN Remote control unit ROOM SIZE medium EFFECT 10 ONE 4 CH OUT 4 D OFF Detaut Yes4 Set the parameters 3 Remote control unit a B Remote control unit UND To end the setting mode press the surround parameter button again NOTES size of the listening room e When Default is selected and the courser button is pressed CINEMA EQ and D COMP are automatically turned off ROOM SIZE is set to medium EFFECT LEVEL to 10 DELAY TIME to 30ms and LFE to OdB e The ROOM SIZE expresses the expansion effect for the different surround modes in terms of the size of the sound field not the actual 56 Operating the surround mode and surround parameters from the main unit s panel 1 Turn the SELECT knob to select the surround mode SELECT O Main unit When turned clockwise r DIRECT STEREO DOLBY PRO LOGIC li DTS NEO 6 5 7CH STEREO MONO MOVIE
22. VIRTUAL 4 MATRIX VIDEO GAME JAZZ CLUB ROCK ARENA When turned counterclockwise r DIRECT STEREO DOLBY PRO LOGIC li lt DTS NEO 6 5 7CH STEREO MONO MOVIE VIRTUAL MATRIX VIDEO GAME JAZZ CLUB ROCK ARENA X To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters or tone control press the surround mode button then operate the selector SURROUND MODE zu Main unit 2 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button Press and hold in the surround parameter button to select the parameter you want to set The parameters which can be set differ for the different surround modes Refer to Surround Modes and Parameters on page 60 SURROUND PARAMETER m Main unit 3 Display the parameter you want to adjust then turn the SELECT knob to set it NOTE When playing PCM digital signals or analog signals in the DOLBY PRO LOGIC IE DTS NEO 6 modes and the input signal switches to a digital signal encoded in Dolby Digital the Dolby surround mode switches automatically When the input signal switches to a DTS signal the mode automatically switches to DTS surround 57 Tone control setting Use the tone control setting to adjust the bass and treble as desired To operate the tone control from the remote control unit The tone control setting only affects the front speakers if the tone control functi
23. and release your fingers from the 2 buttons and the microprocessor will be initialized NOTES if step 3 does not work start over from step 1 if the microprocessor has been reset all the settings are reset to the default values the values set upon shipment from the factory 63 15 TROUBLESHOOTING If a problem should arise first check the following table 1 Are the connections correct 2 Have you operated the receiver according to the Operating instructions 3 Are the speakers turntable and other components operating property if this unit is not operating properly check the items listed in the table below Should the problem persist there may be a malfunction Disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase Symptom Cause Measures Page DISPLAY not lit and sound not produced Power cord not plugged in securely Check the insertion of the power cord plug 6 When power switchi s t p pn Tum the power on with the remote control 41 unit after turning the POWER switch on 8 Speaker cords not securely connected Connect securely 12 improper position of the audio function Set to a suitable position 42 amp button DISPLAY lit but sound not produced Volume control set to minimum Turn volume up to suitable level 43 MUTING is on Switch off MUTING 45
24. same way as the front speakers These two types of sources thus have different properties and different speaker settings particularly for the surround speakers are required in order to achieve the ideal sound 65 Surround back speakers 6 1 channel system is a conventional 5 1 channel system to which the surround back SB channel has been added This makes it easy to achieve sound positioned directly behind the listener something that was previously difficult with sources designed for conventional multi surround speakers In addition the acoustic image extending between the sides and the rear is narrowed thus greatly improving the expression of the surround signals for sounds moving from the sides to the back and from the front to the point directly behind the listening position Change of positioning and acoustic image Change of positioning and acoustic image with 5 1 channei systems with 6 1 channel systems Movement of acoustic image from SR to SE Movement of acoustic image from SR to SB to SL With this set speaker s for 1 or 2 channels are required to achieve a 6 1 channel system DTS ES etc Adding these speakers however increases the surround effect not only with sources recorded in 6 1 channels but also with conventional 2 to 5 1 channel sources The WIDE SCREEN mode is a mode for achieving surround sound with up to 7 1 channels using surround back speakers for sources recorded in convention
25. take the following steps install this unit as far as possible from the tuner or TV Set the antenna wires from the tuner or TV away from this unit s power cord and input output connection cords Noise or disturbance tends to occur particularly when using indoor antennas or 300 Q ohms feeder wires We recommend using outdoor antennas and 75 O ohms coaxial cables For heat dispersal leave at least 4 inch 10 cm of space between the top back and sides of this unit and the wall or other components Store this instructions in a safe place After reading store this instructions along with the warranty in a safe place Note that the illustrations in this instructions may differ from the actual set for explanation purposes X 4 inch 10 cm or more oaoo O ZEE e SOS 7 4 inch 10 cm or more 3 CAUTIONS ON HANDLING Switching the input function when input jacks are not connected A clicking noise may be produced if the input function is switched when nothing is connected to the input jacks If this happens either turn down the MASTER VOLUME control or connect components to the input jacks Muting of PRE OUT jacks HEADPHONE jack and SPEAKER terminals The PRE OUT jacks HEADPHONE jack and SPEAKER terminals include a muting circuit Because of this the output signals are greatly reduced for several seconds after the power switch is turned on or input function surround mode or any oth
26. yellow VCR 1 OUT jack using 75 Q ohms video coaxial pin plug cords Connecting the audio output jacks Connect the video deck s audio output jacks AUDIO OUT to the AUDIO VCR 1 IN jacks and the video deck s audio input jacks AUDIO IN to the AUDIO VCR OUT jacks using pin plug cords X Connect the second video deck to the VCR 2 jacks in the same way Connecting the video components equipped with S Video jacks When making connections also refer to the operating instructions of the other components A note on the S input jacks The input selectors for the S inputs and Video inputs work in conjunction with each other Precaution when using S jacks This unit s S jacks input and output and video pin jacks input and output have independent circuit structures so that video signals input from the S jacks are only output from the S jack outputs and video signals input from the pin jacks are only output from the pin jack outputs When connecting this unit with equipment that is equipped with S jacks keep the above point in mind and make connections according to the equipment s instruction manuals Connecting a monitor TV MONITOR OUT DVD player or video disc player VDP Connect the TV s S video input S VIDEO INPUT to the S VIDEO OUT jack using a S jack connection cord _ L ea Connecting a DVD player or a video
27. 40 2 cmm D COMP 4 orF gt LFE Od Q TONE AFOM 4lon b o qm SB CH OUT ab 4NRML ON gt Default Yes Main unit control unit Remote control unit Display Select the various parameters See Surround parameters on page 59 for a description of the various parameters SURHOUND PARAMETER m HaT CFR Main unit Remote control unit This is the screen when operated with the remote 6 Set the various surround parameters SELECT 46 Main unit Remote control unit When the surround parameters are set using the buttons on 7 the main unit stop operating buttons after completing the settings The settings are automatically finalized and the normal display reappears after several seconds When the settings are made using the buttons on the remote control unit press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to finish NOTE CINEMA EQ is set to OFF e When Default is selected and the cursor button is pressed MODE and TONE are automatically reset to the default values and 52 1 Select the input source Playback with a digital input D Select an input source set to digital COAXIAL OPTICAL see page 23 FUNCTION VDP Main unit Remote control unit 2 Set the input mode to AUTO or DTS MODE
28. 4800 33 Operating a component stored in the preset memory 1 Press the mode selector button for the component you want to operate OL OI J Ht e q Dlo TER CABLE VUP NOTE For the DVD player remote control buttons function names may differ according to manufacturer Compare with the remote control operation of the various components 8 0 00 Operate the component For details refer to the component s operating instructions X Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit 1 Digital video disc player DVD 2 Video disc player VDP system DVD SETUP system buttons buttons POWER Power on standby POWER Power on standby 0 ON SOURCE ON SOURCE P Manual search P Manual search E forward and reverse forward and reverse RET met me m i Stop Stop Play Play cn fea pi Auto search fea bi Auto search cue O O t h TMR TAT to beginning of track it Pause H Pause 0 9 10 10 key vw 0 9 10 10 key U DISC SKIP Disc skip TN for DVD changer only DISPLAY Display MENU Menu RETURN Return SETUP Setup ENTER Enter Y lt 4 Cursor up down left and right 00 34 3 Video deck VCR system 4 Monitor TV TV digital buttons broadcast satellite DBS tuner POWER Power on standby and cable CABLE
29. Auto Tuner Presets Setup Lock Select ON or OFF On Screen Display En gt Enter the setting The System Setup Menu reappears 27 Setting the Trigger Out Setup Sets the Trigger Out output for the different input sources At the System Setup Menu select Trigger Out Setup SvitEm Setup Mani Ext n Subwoofer Level SET Auto Surround Mode On Screen Display Trigger Out Setup Auto Tuner Presets ae Setup Lock Switch to the Trigger Out Setup screen Trigger Out Setup cr Phono DBS CD NCR 1 Tuner VCR 2 Tape VAux DVD VDP Default TV Select the input source and select ON or OFF 3 CHSHELT ENTER SS G Enter the setting The System Setup Menu reappears Auto Tuner Presets Use this to automatically search for FM broadcasts and store up to 40 stations at preset channels At to 8 B1 to 8 C1 to 8 D1 to 8 and Et to 8 NOTE if an FM station cannot be preset automatically due to poor reception use the Manual tuning operation to tune in the station then preset it using the manual Preset memory operation At the System Setup Menu select Auto Tuner Presets 1 P System Setup Menu t Ext In Subwoofer Level i Auto Surround Mode On Screen Display Trigger Out Setup Auto Tuner Presets Setup Lock
30. Digital signals not input Digital input Input digital signals or select input jacks to 42 amp selected which digital signals are being input 8 Speaker terminals are short circuited Switch power off connect speakers 12 eB properly then switch power back on 8 Block the ventilation holes of the set Turn off the set s power then ventilate it 4 13 8 well to cool it down E DISPLAY not lit and power indicator is Once the set is cooled down turn the E flashing rapidly power back on a The unit is operating at continuous high Turn off the set s power then ventilate it 4 13 E power conditions and or inadequate well to cool it down 5 ventilation Once the set is cooled down turn the gt power back on E incomplete connection of speaker cords Connect securely 12 a Sound produced only from one channel incomplete connection of input output Connect securely 6 13 cords Reverse connections of left and right Check left and right connections 12 A Positions of instruments reversed during stereo playback speakers or left and right input output 2 cords 5 The on screen display is not displayed On screen display is set to off on the Set on screen display on the system 27 5 system setup menu screen setup menu screen to on E You are using headphones Unplug the headphones from the 45 System setup screen does not appear headphones jack Mute mode is set Cancel the mute mode 45 Monitor TV not connec
31. ON DOLBY DIGITAL 2 OdB x O OFF x x x MTRX ON x x x x OdB DTS SURROUND DTS ES MTRX 6 1 OdB x OFF x x x C MTRX ON x x x x OdB 5 7CH STEREO 22 O0dB x x x x x x x x x C OdB ROCK ARENA Note x x Mediurn x x x x x OdB JAZZ CLUB 0dB x X O Medium x o x x x x 0dB VIDEO GAME 0dB K x fMedium x eo x x x X C OdB MONO MOVIE C 0dB X x fMedium x O x x x X C OdB MATRIX OdB x x x x E 30msec o x x x x C 0dB VIRTUAL 2 0dB X x x x x x X x x x C OdB Note 1 BASS 8 dB TREBLE 4 dB Adjustable 73 E Differences in surround mode names depending on the input signals Input signals Surround Mode DTS DOLBY DIGITAL ANALOG LINEAR PCM DTS 5 1 ch DTS 96 24 5 1 ch DTS 6 1 ch D D 2 ch D D 5 1 ch DIRECT o Oo o o o o 3 STEREO o o o o o o e DTS SURROUND DTS NEO 6 DTS NEO 6 DTS ES MTRX DTS ES MTRX ES DSCRT6 t DTS NEO 6 x DTS SURROUND DTS 96 24 ES MTRX6 1 XDTS SURROUND DOLBY SURROUND DOLBY DOLBY x x x DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL EX PRO LOGIC I PRO LOGIC li PRO LOGIC lI DOLBY DIGITAL DSP SIMULATION oO GC 74 Selectable The surround mode name differs depending on the SB CH OUT surround parameter setting The surround mode name differs depending on the input signal Not selectable SPECIFICATIONS M Audio section e Power amplifier Rated output Dynamic power
32. SURR BACK L CH l The settings must be changed to use this speaker L R 1 for ZONE 2 c c See page 25 L 3 L Tiu l KAPAT E BAN PAT TIG D MEE Cc ML AE EET E eet E El E Precautions when connecting speakers if a speaker is placed near a TV or video monitor the colors on the screen may be disturbed by the ux Speaker s ES A if KATES is should happen move the speaker away to a 4 position where it does not e 940 o ko have this effect Has B B LL D LL o LL OOO e E DIE 0 A id LL L R c c L R D R SURROUND SPEAKER CENTER SPEAKER FRONT SPEAKER FRONT SPEAKER SYSTEMS SYSTEM SYSTEMS A SYSTEMS B Protector circuit This unit is equipped with a high speed protection circuit The purpose of this circuit is to protect the speakers under circumstances such as when the output of the power amplifier is inadvertently short circuited and a large current flows when the temperature surrounding the unit becomes unusually high or when the unit is used at high output over a long period which results in an extreme temperature rise When the protection circuit is activated the speaker output is cut off and the power supply indicator LED flashes Should this occur please follow these steps be sure to switch off the power of this unit check whether there are any faults with the wiring of the speaker cables or input cables an
33. TX indicator stops flashing and the mode button lights Mode button and LEARNED TX indicator flashed if a button that cannot be learned is pressed To cancel press the USE LEARN button and hold in the button on the other remote control unit which you want to learn Other remote S control unit SS 4 Point the remote control units directly at each other and press 6 To learn other buttons repeat steps 2 to b The mode button and the LEARNED TX indicator lights 5 release the button on the other remote control unit The mode button and the LEARNED TX indicator start flashing again 7 Once the learning operation is completed press the USE LEARN button again The mode button and the LEARNED TX indicator stop flashing and the learning mode is cancelled Check that the stored codes work properly NOTES if the codes could not be stored the LEARNED TX indicator start flashing rapidly For limited number of models codes cannot be stored in RC 924 if the mode button and LEARNED TX indicator start flashing rapidly this means that the memory is already full and the code you have just attempted to store was not stored To learn that code first perform the resetting operation See page 39 36 System call The accessorious remote control unit is equipped with system call function allowing a series of remote control signals to be transmitted
34. be used from a straight distance of approximately 23 feet 7 meters from the main unit but this distance will be shorter if there are obstacles in the way or if the remote control unit is not pointed directly at the remote sensor The remote control unit can be operated at a horizontal angle of up to 30 degrees with respect to the remote sensor NOTES it may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the remote sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light Do not press buttons on the main unit and remote control unit simultaneously Doing so may result in malfunction Neon signs or other devices emitting pulse type noise nearby may result in malfunction so keep the set as far away from such devices as possible 31 Operating DENON audio components 1 Use the mode selector buttons to select the component you want to operate X The function will change one step in the sequence described below each time the MODE SELECT button is pressed 1 CD CDR MD TAPE DVDWDP ZONE2 TV DBS CABLE VCR 4 Operate the audio component For details refer to the component s operating instructions 1 X it may not be possible to operate some models 1 CD player CD system buttons 2 Tape deck TAPE system buttons Q OQ QOQ 03040 QOD C 0 OH OVOP W 0 AUD mx ue mt AU em he oo SSe C OO eee CS ED lt lt Manual sea
35. channel signals signals or formats with more than two channels E Types of multi channel signals Dolby Digital Dolby Pro Logic DTS high definition 3 1 signals Japan MUSE Hi Vision audio DVD Audio SACD Super Audio CD MPEG multi channel audio etc Source here does not refer to the type of signal format but the recorded content Sources can be divided into two major categories ill Types of sources Movie audio Signals created to be played in movie theaters In general sound is recorded to be played in movie theaters equipped with multiple surround speakers regardless of the format Dolby Digital DTS etc Movie theater sound field Listening room sound field In this case it is important to achieve the same sense of expansion as in a movie theater with the surround channels To do so in some cases the number of surround speakers is increased to four or eight or speakers with bipolar or cipolar properties are used GEER EEE SR Surround R channel SB Surround back channel Id O 5 Surround L channel DRE a a aa Multiple surround speakers For 6 1 channel system Other types of audio These signals are designed to recreate a 360 sound field using three to five speakers In this case the speakers should surround the listener from all sides to create a uniform sound field from 360 Ideally the surround speakers should function as point sound sources in the
36. disc player VDP DVD Connect the DVD player s S Video output jack to the S VIDEO DVD IN jack using a S Video connection cord VDP can be connected to the VDP jacks in the same way it is also possible to connect a video disc player DVD player video camcorder game machine ete to the V AUX jacks TV or satellite broadcast tuner BEHSSNXZSEESESESENESESEHSESHAEZZESSNESEREBEA RG Li E M E Li Li Li m w m a at MONITOR TV or DBS IN jack Video deck 2 Connecting a TV or DBS tuner Connect the TV s or DBS tuner s S video output jack S z VIDEO OUTPUT to the S VIDEO a using an S Video connection cord HESEESSSHSESTEUESESSSENESSEESESESSENSESSESESSENE AFBSERNEEENERNBTEREMEN 2 H PARA SANAK ENENG NANG we oe Video deck 4 b i i me ee FON Connecting the video decks z o Connect the video decks S output jack S OUT to the X FN E z S VIDEO VCR 1 IN jack and the video deck s S input jack la ak Naba abani aa tA ME SAN to the S VIDEO VCR 1 OUT jack using S Video exias a i asnasanuas kao nun P connection cords m s BE z z Connect the video deck s S output jack S OUT to the SN MPO C
37. or Dolby Digital DTS 5 1 channel signals 9 Multi Zone Music Entertainment System Multi Source Function This unit s Multi Source function lets you select different audio sources for listening Different sources can thus be enjoyed in the main room MAIN and the subroom ZONE 2 simultaneously 10 Component Video Switching in addition to composite video and S video switching the AVR 2803 983 provides 2 sets of component video Y Ps Cs Pr Cr inputs and one set of component video outputs to the television for superior picture quality 11 Video Select Function Allow you to watch one source visual while listening to another source audio 12 Future Sound Format Upgrade Capability via Eight Channel Inputs amp Outputs For future multi channel audio format s the AVR 2803 983 is provided with 7 1 channel seven main channels plus one low frequency effects channel inputs along with a full set of 7 1 channel pre amp outputs controlled by the 8 channel master volume control This assures future upgrade possibilities for any future multi channel sound format 5 CONNECTIONS Do not plug in the AC cord until all connections have been completed Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly left with left right with right insert the plugs securely incomplete connections will result in the generation of noise Use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment only Do not use them for hair driers etc
38. the tone defeat mode DEFEAT X The signals do not pass through the mw bass and treble adjustment circuits providing higher quality sound NOTE To prevent hearing loss do not raise the volume level excessively when using headphones on GOGODOGO gt 08 c c Display Y hed F ie 45 5 Checking the currently playing program source etc 1 On screen display Each time an operation is performed a description of that operation appears on the display connected to the units VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack Also the unit s operating status can be checked during playback by pressing the remote control unit s ON SCREEN DISPLAY button Such information as the position of the input selector and the surround parameter settings is output in sequence Front panel display Descriptions of the unit s operations are also displayed on the front panel display In addition the display can be Switched to check the unit s operating status while playing a source by pressing the STATUS button ON SCREEN DISP Remote control unit STATUS eR Main unit c D O O Q OD Oa c c Using the dimmer function Use this to change the brightness of the display The display brightness changes in four steps bright medium dim and off by pressing the main unit s DIM
39. theaters a separate CD ROM synchronized with the film is played With LDs and DVDs there is of course no need for an extra disc the pictures and sound can be recorded simultaneously on the same disc so the discs can be handled in the same way as discs with other formats There are also music CDs recorded in DTS These CDs include 5 1 channel surround signals compared to two channels on current CDs They do not include picture data but they offer surround playback on CD players that are equipped with digital outputs PCM type digital output required DTS surround track playback offers the same intricate grand sound as in a movie theater right in your own listening room ill DTS compatible media and playback methods DIGITAL Marks indicating DTS compatibility and FIM SURROUND The following are general examples Also refer to the player s operating instructions Media Dolby Digital output jacks Playback method reference page CD Optical or coaxial digital output Set the input mode to AUTO or DTS page 42 same as for PCM 2 Never set the mode to ANALOG or PCM 31 LD VDP Optical or coaxial digital output Set the input mode to AUTO or DTS page 42 same as for PCM X2 Never set the mode to ANALOG or PCM 1 DVD RH PM x Set the input mode to AUTO or DTS page 42 X1 DTS signals are recorded in the same way on CDs and LDs as PCM signals Because of this the un decode
40. volume can be adjusted within the range of 80 to 0 to 18 dB in steps of 0 6 dB However when the channel level is set as described on page 21 or pages 49 and 50 if the volume for any channel is set at 1 dB or greater the volume cannot be adjusted up to 18 dB In this case the maximum volume adjustment range s 18 dB Maximum value of channel level input mode when playing DTS sources Noise will be output if DTS compatible CDs or LDs are played in the ANALOG or PCM mode When playing DTS compatible sources be sure to connect the Source component to the digital input jacks OPTICAL COAXIAL and set the input mode to DTS Input mode display One of these lights depending on the in the AUTO mode rU INPUT AUTO PCM DTS e o O DIGITAL ANALOG in the DIGITAL PCM mode INPUT AUTO pay ors DIGITAL o o o 4 N in the DIGITAL DTS mode INPUT AUTO PCM ots DIGITAL s MAE S in the ANALOG mode INPUT AUTO PCM DTS ANALOG o o o Input signal display DOLBY DIGITAL SIGNAL m DGRA ES VET o DTS SIGNAL m DIGITAL o 1 PCM SIGNAL m ES o o X The DIGITAL indicator lights when digital signals are being input properly if the DIGITAL indicator does not light check whether the digital input component setup page 23 and connections are correct and whether the component s power is t
41. which the system call signals have been stored The stored signals are transmitted successively Punch Through 1 Punch through button Buttons used in the CD CDR MD TAPE DVD VDP and VCR modes can be assigned to the buttons shown on the diagram at the right which are not normally used in the TV and DBS CABLE modes For example when the CD mode is set to the punch through mode in the TV mode the CD mode s PLAY STOP MANUAL SEARCH AUTO SEARCH PAUSE and DISC SKIP buttons signals are sent in the TV mode 2 Making the punch through setting Press the power ON SOURCE button and the OFF button at 1 the same time The LEARNED TX indicator flashes OFF ON SOURCE 2 Press the We play button TV and DBS CABLE mode buttons and LEARNED TX indicator flash Press the mode button of the equipment for which Punch 3 Through is to be set The CD CDR MD TAPE DVD VDP and VCR mode buttons and LEARNED TX indicator will flash CABLE CC 4 Press the mode button of the equipment that is to be punched through The mode button that was set will light 38 QS Dev lt es 3 st Dos b DK e REOR COS ON OO CHOIOS a Og Ko col Oi Resetting 1 Resetting learned buttons 1 Press the USE LEARN button with the tip of a pen etc to set the learn mode The mode selector buttons and LEARNED TX indicator flash Flashes 2 Pre
42. with priority to the S VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack during playback of a video component For example if the TV monitor is connected to both the AVR 2803 983 s S Video and video monitor output jacks and signals are input to the AVR 2803 983 from a video source VDP etc connected to both the S Video and video input jacks the on screen display signals are output with priority to the S Video monitor output If you wish to output the signals to the video monitor output jack do not connect a cord to the S VIDEO MONITOR OUT jack For details see page 30 The AVR 2803 983 s on screen display function is designed for use with high resolution monitor TVs so it may be difficult to read small characters on TVs with small screens or low resolutions The setup menu is not displayed when headphones are being used Speaker system layout Basic system layout The following is an example of the basic layout for a system consisting of eight speaker systems and a television monitor Subwoofer Center speaker system Surround back speaker systems Front speaker systems Set these at the sides of the TV or screen with their front surfaces as flush with the front of the Surround speaker systems Screen as possible Before setting up the system Before setting up conn
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44. Digital discrete processing Analog matrix processing Dolby Surround Dalby Digital encoding decoding High frequency playback limit of surround 20 kHz 7 kHz channel Dolby Digital compatible media and playback methods Marks indicating Dolby Digital tibility arks indicating Dolby Digital compatibility BAIL The following are general examples Also refer to the player s operating instructions Media Dolby Digital output jacks Playback method reference page Set the input mode to AUTO LD VDP Coaxial Dolby Digital RF output jack X1 Page 42 Optical or coaxial digital output Set the input mode to AUTO DVD same as for PCM X2 Page 42 Others Optical or coaxial digital output Set the input mode to AUTO satellite broadcasts CATV etc same as for PCM Page 42 1 Please use a commercially available adapter when connecting the Dolby Digital RF output jack of the LD player to the digital input jack Please refer to the instruction manual of the adapter when making connection X2 Some DVD digital outputs have the function of switching the Dolby Digital signal output method between bit stream and convert to PCM When playing in Dolby Digital surround on the AVR 2803 983 switch the DVD player s output mode to bit stream In some cases players are Ed with both bit stream PCM and PCM only digital outputs In this case connect the bit stream
45. MER button repeatedly DIMMER Main unit Multi source recording playback 1 Playing one source while recording another REC OUT mode 1 Press the ZONEZ REC button ZONE 2 REG X Main unit With RECOUT SOURCE displayed turn the FUNCTION knob to select the source you wish to record The REC indicator and the indicator of the selected source tight FUNCTION Main unit Set the recording mode For operating instructions refer to the manual of the component on which you want to record off To cancel turn the function knob and select SOURCE When SOURCE is selected the REC indicator turns FUNCTION Main unit 46 a c c a NOTES Recording sources other than digital inputs selected in the REC OUT made are also output to the Zone 2 preout jacks Digital signals are not output from the REC SOURCE or audio output jacks 2 Outputting a program source to an amplifier etc in a different room ZONE2 mode Press the ZONE2 button ZONE 2 1 ZQ Light Jo Main unit 2 Press the ZONE2 REC button ZONE 2 The display switches as follows each REC time the button is pressed Q Main unit With ZONE2 SOURCE displayed turn endi the FUNCTION knob and select the Source you wish to output The indicator of the selected source tight Main unit
46. Main unit Remote control unit Select the Dolby DTS Surround mode DDLBY DTS SURROUND Remote control unit When performing this operation from the main unit s panel press the SURROUND MODE button then turn the SELECT knob and select Dolby Pro logic H or DTS NEO 6 SURROUND SELECT MODE Main unit Main unit Play a program source with the X puer Em mark os The Dolby Digital indicator lights se Light when playing Dolby Digital sources aX The DTS indicator lights when playing E Light DTS sources SIGNAT The SIGNAL DETECT LED lights DEES cnn when playing 6 1 channel surround te sources containing the identification signal X When the SIGNAL DETECT LED is lit we recommend turning the surround back channel using the SURROUND BACK button on the remote control unit and main unit during playback X To use DTS 96 24 sources with the optimum system we recommend turning the surround back channel off Operate the SURROUND BACK button to switch Surround Back CH ON OFF SURROUND BACK SURROUND Main unit Remote control unit SURROUND 3 y BACK CH Lights when the Surround Back CH is OUTPUT ZO Light s Dolby Digital mode only with digital input and DTS Surround mode only with digital input t 0000 53
47. N The AVR 2803 983 is equipped with a high performance DSP Digital Signal Processor which uses digital signal processing to synthetically recreate the sound field One of seven preset surround modes can be selected according to the program source and the parameters can be adjusted according to the conditions in the listening room to achieve a more realistic powerful sound These surround modes can also be used for program sources not recorded in Dolby Surround Pro Logic Doiby Digital or DTS Surround modes and their features 1 ROCK ARENA Use this mode to achieve the feeling of a live concert in an arena with reflected sounds coming from all directions 2 JAZZ CLUB This mode creates the sound field of a live house with a law ceiling and hard wails This mode gives jazz a very vivid realism 3 pu DS Select this when watching monaural movies for a greater sense of expansion 4 VIDEO GAME Use this to enjoy video game sources Select this to emphasize the sense of expansion for music sources recorded in stereo Signals consisting of the difference 5 MATRIX component of the input signals the component that provides the sense of expansion processed for delay are output from the surround channel 6 VIRTUAL Select this mode to enjoy a virtual sound field produced from the front 2 channel speakers The front left channel signals are output to the surround and surround back signal left channels the front right channel signals a
48. Note that binding pin plug cords together with AC cords or placing them near a power transformer will result in generating hum or other noise Noise or humming may be generated if a connected audio equipment is used independently without turning the power of this unit on If this happens turn on the power of the this unit Connecting the audio components When making connections also refer to the operating instructions of the other components The power to these outlets is turned on and off when the power is switched between on and standby from the remote control unit or power Switch OUTPUT CD player L Connecting a CD player jacks using pin plug cords Connect the CD player s analog output jacks ANALOG OUTPUT to this unit s CD Connecting the AC OUTLETS Turntable MM cartridge Connecting a turntable Connect the turntable s output cord to the AVR 2803 983 s PHONO jacks the L left plug to the L jack the R right plug to the right jack NOTE This unit cannot be used with MC cartridges directly Use a separate head amplifier or step up transformer ED if humming or other noise is generated when the ground wire is connected disconnect the ground wire z E Ground wire AC OUTLETS SWITCHED total capacity 120 W 1 A The power to these outlets is turned on and off in conjuncti
49. O Ditton e ater TE dead 46 D SURROUND BACK button 53 B SURROUND MODE button 43 50 52 53 57 D SURROUND PARAMETER button 51 52 54 57 14 B SELECT knob D TONE DEFEAT button D TONE CONTROL button 45 59 B MASTER VOLUME control aaa ee ene a mean eaaa maea am awawan 43 D Master volume indicator VOLUME LEVEL 43 Display INPUT mode indicators e 43 e SIGNALE Indicators oes c Pte Es 43 53 23 Remote control sensor REMOTE SENSOR ana 31 CD Power indicator netos ttu set osa kien dil 41 FUNCTION knob s 42 45 47 53 61 63 TUNING PRESET button eee 63 SOURCE selector button t 42 ZONE 2 REC button Remote control unit For details on the functions of these parts refer to the pages given in parentheses LED indicator ZONE 2 buttons Mode selector buttons 32 34 36 41 47 input source selector 33 35 42 47 53 61 MODE SELECT button System buttons 32 34 35 38 SYSTEM SETUP SETUP W ZONE2 ZDNE 1 MAIN ON i OFF ON TUNING TVVOL Vosssssscssecosssescsssqesssssesses p Us ic SIMULATION anan DIRECT STERED SIEHED Remote control signal transmitter Power buttons ZONET MAIN buttons Tuner system System 32 35 47 61 63 Surround buttons 43 44 50 52 53 56 Master volume control NOTE The shaded button
50. ONE NONE Dolby Digital Turn the audio compression on or off when down mixing Dolby OFF Setup Digital signats Power AMP Set this to switch the surround back channel s Surround Back Assignment power amplifier for use for zone 2 HOM i Zone 2 Control Zone2 This sets the output level for the zone 2 output Variabl vol Level jacks LS Ext in Subwoofer Set the Ext In Subwoofer terminal playback level Subwoofer 15 dB Level 9 Ro Surroynd Set the Auto surround mode function Auto Surround Mode ON On Screen This sets whether or not to display the on screen display that Displa se appears on the monitor screen when the controls on the remote On Screen Display ON pay control unit or main unit are operated Ti Out PHONO CD TUNER TAPE DVD VDP TV DBS VCR 1 VCR 2 V AUX a Se ic Set the Trigger Out output for the different input sources OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ON ON ON ON 16 System setup Default settings Ai A8 87 89 1 98 1 107 9 90 1 90 1 90 1 90 1 MHz Bi B8 20 600 1000 1400 1500 1710 kHz 90 1 90 1 MHz 2 Auto Tuner Presets FM stations are received automatically and stored in the memory Ci C8 90 1 MHz Di D8 90 1 MHz E1 E8 90 1 MHz Set whether or not to lock the system setup settings so that they B Setup Lock cannot be changed Setup Lock OFF NOTES e The on screen display signals are output
51. ONTROL S BASS t TREBLE Main unit 2 SELECT With the name of the volume to be adjusted selected turn the SELECT knob to adjust the level To increase the bass or treble Turn the control clockwise The bass or treble sound can be increased to up to 10 dB in steps of 2 dB To decrease the bass or treble Turn the control clockwise The bass or treble sound can be decreased up to 10 dB in steps of 2 dB Main unit Surround parameters 3 MODE DTS NEO 6 Cinema This mode is optimum for playing movies Decoding is performed with emphasis on separation performance to achieve the same atmosphere with 2 channel sources as with 6 1 channel sources This mode is effective for playing sources recorded in conventional surround formats as well because the in phase component is assigned mainly to the center channel C and the reversed phase component to the surround SL SR and SB channels Music This mode is suited mainly for playing music The front channel FL and FR signals bypass the decoder and are played directly so there is no loss of sound quality and the effect of the surround signals output from the center C and surround SL SR and SB channels add a natural sense of expansion to the sound field ROOM SIZE This sets the size of the sound field There are five settings small med s medium small medium med l medium large and large small recreates a small sound field large a l
52. SL 0 Odi FL C FR SR x SBR SBL SE SW SW 0 Od Example When the volume is set to 11 5 dB while the test tone is being X When the surround back speaker setting is set to 1spkr for produced from the Front Lch Speaker Configuration this is set to SB speaker dm Use the CURSOR left and right buttons to adjust all the speakers to the PIE 5 same volume A P The volume can be adjusted between 12 dB and 12 dB in units of 0 5 dB Test Tone 5d 0 b When the Manual mode is selected Use the CURSOR up and down to select the speaker for which you want to output test tones then use the CURSOR left and right to adjust so that the volume of the test tones from the various speakers is the same Example When the volume is set to 11 5 dB while the Front Lch speaker is selected After the above settings are completed press the ENTER button The Channel Level screen reappears X To cancel the settings select Level Clear and Yes on the Channel Level screen then make the settings again The level of each channel should be adjusted to 75 dB C weighted slow meter mode on a sound level meter at the listening position if a sound level meter is not available adjust the channels by ear so the sound levels are the same Because adjusting the subwoofer level test tone by ear is difficult
53. Surround DTS 96 24 is compatible with a maximum of 5 1 channels so sources recorded using DTS 96 24 can be played in high sampling frequency multiple channel audio with such normal media as DVD videos and CDs Thus with DTS 96 24 the same 96 kHz 24 bit multi channel surround sound as with DVD Audio can be achieved while viewing DVD Video images on a conventional DVD Video player 3 1 Furthermore with DTS 96 24 compatible CDs 88 2 kHz 24 bit multi channel surround can be achieved using normal CD LD players CX 1 Even with the high quality multi channel signals the recording time is the same as with conventional DTS surround sources What s more DTS 96 24 is fully compatible with the conventional DTS surround format so DTS 96 24 signal sources can be played with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz or 44 1 kHz on conventional DTS or DTS ES surround decoders X 2 X1 A DVD player with DTS digital output capabilities for CD LD players a player with digital outputs for conventional DTS CDs LDs and a disc recorded in DTS 96 24 are required X2 The resolution is 24 or 20 bits depending on the decoder 71 System setup items and default values set upon shipment from the factory System setup Default settings cannot be changed input the combin
54. T S VIDEO VCR 2 IN jack and the video deck s S input jack ee i SAN to the SVIDEO VCR 2 OUT jack using S Video T connection cords z s SVIDEO OUT in CJ e Jj FREE coor 2 t usuuUERBSSEBESSEHTESSSENSSIEHTEESTESTERASAESASESAR RESENASEENSEXUME Connect the components audio inputs and outputs as described on page 7 Connecting the video component equipped with Color Difference Component Y Pr Cr Pe Ce Video jacks When making connections also refer to the operating instructions of the other components The signals input to the color difference component video jacks are not output to the VIDEO output jack yellow or the S Video output jack Some video sources with component video outputs are labeled Y Cs Cr or Y Pb Pr or Y R Y B Y These terms all refer to component video color difference output The function assigned to the component video input can be changed at the system setup For details see Setting the video In Assignment on page 24 The AVR 2803 s on screen display signals are not output from the color difference component video output jacks MONITOR OUT COMPONENT DVD player Monitor TV COMPONENT VIDEO IN Ca Connecting a DVD piayer DVD IN jacks Connect the DVD player s color difference component video output jacks COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT to the COMPONENT VIDEO 1 IN jack using 75 Qfohms coaxia
55. TAINMENT SYSTEM When using PREOUT ZONE 2 MAIN ZONE sse ROOM TO ROOM REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM separately sold control line AMPLIFIER uM AVR 2803 ZONE AUDIO signal cable 4 PROGRAMMABLE LY a SPEAKER cable REMOTE 4 i CONTROL UNIT d Refer to CONNECTIONS on pages 6 to 13 SYSTEM REMOTE Zh CONTROL UNIT RC 924 E MULTI ZONE MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM When using SPEAKER OUT ZONE 2 MAIN ZONE 2G 0 Ds 65 aesese EOE wx ROOM TO ROOM REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM separately sold control line ZONE2 SPEAKER cable AVR 2803 PROGRAMMABLE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT SPEAKER cable Refer to CONNECTIONS on pages 6 to 13 SYSTEM REMOTE YH CONTROL UNIT RC 924 48 SURROUND Before playing with the surround function Before playing with the surround function be sure to use the test tones to adjust the playback level from the different speakers This adjustment can be performed with the system setup see page 21 or from the remote control unit as described below Adjusting with the remote control unit using the test tones is only possible in the Auto mode and only effective in the DOLBY DTS SURROUND modes The adjusted levels for the different modes are automatically stored in the memory 1 Press the TEST TONE button Remote control unit 2 Test tones are output from the ID dif
56. VAUX jacks SMG AE NE UE EN ONE NN DE JE JE NE NE NE SE Monitor TV E U 8 seine i MONITOR OUT Connect the TV s video input jack VIDEO INPUT to the VIDEO samang E MONITOR OUT jack using a 75 Q ohms video coaxial pin plug a cord r a unmmm B NU E mmm 1 m a H gom co Li ae E amp ae E amp LIII AT resi ran 2 1 Note on connecting the digital input jacks au 1 Only audio signels are input to the digital input jacks gunmmummaumuuuummuuunaumi e D For details see page 6 E A H Fi E E E E i EEEE E EEEE ee QUE GS qpu m m m eu D EE UAE GNE ce MA ada aaunananuN ve NE BB Ei Video deck 1 Rut RL OUT IN OFF LOM VIDEO Connecting a video decks There are two sets of video deck VCR jacks so two video decks can be connected for simultaneous recording or video copying Video input output connections Connect the video deck s video output jack VIDEO OUT to the VIDEO yellow VCR 1 IN jack and the video deck s video input jack VIDEO IN to the VIDEO
57. VD and North American DTV Dolby Pro Logic II decoder Dolby Pro Logic II is a new format for playing multi channel audio signals that offers improvements over conventional Dolby Pro Logic It can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Surround but also regular stereo sources into five channels front left right center and surround left right In addition various parameters can be set according to the type of source and the contents so you can adjust the sound field with greater precision Dolby Digital EX decoder system Dolby Digital EX is a 6 1 channel surround format proposed by Dolby Laboratories that allows users to enjoy in their homes the DOLBY DIGITAL SURROUND EX audio format jointly developed by Dolby Laboratories and Lucas Films and first used for the movie Star Wars Episode 1 Phantom Menace The 6 1 channels of sound including surround back channels provide improved sound positioning and expression of space Whenever the power switch is in the STANDBY state the apparatus is still connected on AC line voltage Please be sure to unplug the cord when you leave home for say a vacation 8 Wide screen mode for a 7 1 channel sound even with 5 1 channel sources DENON has developed a wide screen mode with a new design which recreates the effects of the multi surround speakers in movie theaters The result is 7 1 channel sound taking full advantage of surround back speakers even with Dolby Pro Logic
58. al Dolby Surround as well as Dolby Digital 5 1 channel and DTS Surround 5 1 channel sources Furthermore all the Denon original surround modes see page 55 are compatible with 7 1 channel playback so you can enjoy 7 1 channel sound with any signal source Number of surround back speakers Though the surround back channel only consists of 1 channel of playback signals for 6 1 channel sources DTS ES etc we recommend using two speakers When using speakers with dipolar characteristics in particular it is essential to use two speakers Using two speakers results in a smoother blend with the sound of the surround channels and better sound positioning of the surround back channel when listening from a position other than the center M Placement of the surround left and right channels when using surround back speakers Using surround back speakers greatly improves the positioning of the sound at the rear Because of this the surround left and right channels play an important role in achieving a smooth transition of the acoustic image from the front to the back As shown on the diagram above in a movie theater the surround signals are also produced from diagonally in front of the listeners creating an acoustic image as if the sound were floating in space To achieve these effects we recommend placing the speakers for the surround left and right channels slightly more towards the front than with conventional surround systems Doing so sometimes increase
59. annel format so the DTS ES Matrix 6 1 mode must be set manually to play these sources For instructions on selecting the surround mode see page 53 The DTS ES decoder includes another function the DTS Neo 6 surround mode for 6 1 channel playback of digital PCM and analog signal sources B DTS Neo 6 surround This mode applies conventional 2 channel signals to the high precision digital matrix decoder used for DTS ES Matrix 6 1 to achieve 6 1 channel surround playback High precision input signal detection and matrix processing enable full band reproduction frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater for all 6 1 channels and separation between the different channels is improved to the same level as that of a digital discrete system DTS Neo 6 surround includes two modes for selecting the optimum decoding for the signal source DTS Neo 6 Cinema This mode is optimum for playing movies Decoding is performed with emphasis on separation performance to achieve the same atmosphere with 2 channel sources as with 6 1 channel sources This mode is effective for playing sources recorded in conventional surround formats as well because the in phase component is assigned mainly to the center channel C and the reversed phase component to the surround SL SR and SB channels DTS Neo 6 Music This mode is suited mainly for playing music Changes in the sound quality are reduced by decoding with emphasis on the front channel signals FL and FR a
60. arge sound field EFFECT LEVEL This sets the strength of the surround effect The level can be set in 15 steps from 1 to 15 Lower the level if the sound seems distorted DELAY TIME in the matrix mode only the delay time can be set within the range of 0 to 300 ms TONE CONTROL This can be set individually for the separate surround modes other than Direct However the same contents are set for DOLBY DTS modes 59 B Surround modes and parameters Signals and adjustability in the different modes Channel output 60 Note 2 Cinema DOLBY PL Mode only Note 3 Cinema Mode only Not adjustable seven When Wher When Dolby playing playing playing SURROUND sus summouwp 28 sous sone pecu Mode FRONT UR CENTER UR WOOFER BACK L R signals DIRECT x x STEREO x x EXTERNAL INPUT x DOLBY PRO LOGIC I o Oo 1 Only for 2 ch contents DTS NEO 6 5 2 Signal output can be DOLBY DIGITAL X x changed with the SB CH DTS SURROUND DTS ES MTRX 6 1 x o x d Our surround parameter setting 5 7CH STEREO C ROCK ARENA e JAZZ CLUB o VIDEO GAME Oo o MONO MOVIE e MATRIX VIRTUAL x x o o Signa O Able No signal X Unable Turned on or off by speaker configuration setting Signals and adjustabili
61. ation of speakers in your system and their Front Sp Center Sp Sub Woofer Surround Sp Surround Back Sp Speaker corresponding sizes Small for regular speakers Large for fuli size Configuration fuli range to autornatically set the composition of the signals output from the speakers and the frequency response large Small Yes Smali Small 2spkrs Crossover Set the frequency Hz below which the bass sound of the various 80 Hz Frequency speakers is to be output from the subwoofer Subwoofer mode This sefects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass signals LFE This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio Front L amp R Center Sub Woofer Surround L amp R SBL amp SBR e Delay Time signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer according to the listening position 12 ft 36m 12 ft 3 6 m 12 ft 3 6 m 0 ft 3 0 m 0 fi 3 0 m Channel This adjusts the volume of the signals output from the speakers and Front L Front R Center sungan PUE dp HE Subwoofer D Level subwoofer for the different channels in order to obtain optimum effects 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB PM yas Ss T E E 3 pe cD DVD VDP TV DBS VAUX VCR 1 VCR 2 TAPE e Digital In This assigns the digital input jacks for the different input gt Assignment Sources Digital E inputs COAX1 COAX2 OPT OPT2 OPTS OFF OFF OFF OPT4 3 DVD VDP TV DBS VCR t VCR2 V AUX amp Video In This assigns the color difference compo
62. by pressing a single button This function can be used for example to turn on the amplifier s power select the input source turn on the monitor TV s power turn on the source component s power and set the source to the play mode all at a signal button 1 System call buttons Up to 10 signals each can be stored at the CALL1 and CALL2 buttons 2 Storing system call signals Press the power ON SOURCE button and the OFF button at 1 the same time The LEARNED TX indicator flashes OFF ON SOURCE RS f Ji f e AN 2 Press the CALL 1 button The mode selector buttons and LEARNED TX indicator flash ENA 3 Press the mode buttons of the equipment that is to be registered to System Call Ti 00 0 DID Press the buttons whose remote control signals you want to store one by one Repeat steps 3 and 4 to register the desired buttons Press the CALL1 or CALL2 button and register System Call CALL1 DN NOTES The remote control signals for the buttons pressed while storing the system call signals are transmitted when the buttons are pressed so cover the remote sensor or take other measures so that the components do not operate while the signals are being stored The mode button and LEARNED TX indicator flashing rapidly if you have already stored the maximum number of signals 37 3 Using the system call function Press the button at
63. by Digital Setup Zone2 Control UU Switch to the speaker configuration screen Set whether or not speakers are 3 connected and if so their size Speaker Configuration Speaker CRUE anan parameters cFront Sp Surround To select the speaker EI Small Sp Center Sp Large 4 EXT Large None Sp Back Subwoofer Small No u CH gt To select the parameter Center Sp w w Lp Front Sp Subwoofer Surround Sp Surround back Sp Press the ENTER button to finalize the setting NOTE Select Large or Small not according to the actual size of the speaker but according to the speaker s capacity for playing low frequency bass sound below frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode and below signals If you do not know try comparing the sound at both settings setting the volume to a level low enough so as not to damage the speakers to determine the proper setting Parameters LEGG ur Select this when using speakers that have sufficient performance for reproducing bass sound below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode Small cues Select this when using speakers that do not have sufficient performance for reproducing bas
64. control unit The channel switches in the order shown below each time this button is pressed gt FL FR SR SBR set FADER e SW Le SL fe 2 Press the button to reduce the volume of the front channels the B button to reduce the volume of the rear channels jet Remote control unit X The fader function does not affect the SW channel 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X The channel whose channel level is adjusted lowest can be faded to 12 dB using the fader function X If the channel levels are adjusted separately after adjusting the fader the fader adjustment values are cleared so adjust the fader again This is only displayed when setting the fader control Dolby Surround Pro Logic H mode The Dolby Surround Pro Logic H Cinema or Music mode can be chosen directly by pressing the CINEMA or MUSIC button on the remote control unit during playback in the Dolby O Dooo 1 3 5 1 4 6 Surround Pro Logic H mode Select the Dolby Surround Pro Logic H mode 1 The Dolby Pro Logic indicator lights 3 ni SN L 4 5 6 SURROUND SELECT pori PRO LOGIC SURROUND BO a DOLBY PLI cine Main unit Remote control unit 2 Play a program source with the DOK bom mmnm mark For operating instructions refe
65. d Back Sp Speaker corresponding sizes Small for regular speakers Large for fuli size Configuration fuli range to autornatically set the composition of the signals output from the speakers and the frequency response large Small Yes Smali Small 2spkrs Crossover Set the frequency Hz below which the bass sound of the various 80 Hz Frequency speakers is to be output from the subwoofer Subwoofer mode This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass signals LFE This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio Front L amp R Center Sub Woofer Surround L amp R SBL amp SBR Qo Delay Time signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer according to the listening position 12 ft 36m 12 ft 3 6 m 12 ft 3 6 m 0 ft 3 0 m Oft 3 0 m 6 Channel This adjusts the volume of the signals output from the speakers and FrontL FrontR Center euro Surround roue Surround Subwoofer 3 Level subwoofer for the different channels in order to obtain optimum effects 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB 0 dB A TAS bind CD DVD VDP TV DBS V AUX VCR 3 VCR 2 TAPE Digital In This assigns the digital input jacks for the different input Assignment sources Digital p inputs COAX1 COAX2 OPT OPT2 OPT3 OFF OFF OFF OPT4 Nm DVD VDP TV DBS VCR VCR2 V AUX 6 Video In This assigns the color difference component video input jacks for Assign the different input sources VIDEO1 NONE NONE VIDEO2 NONE N
66. d DTS signals are output as random hissy noise from the CD or LD player s analog outputs If this noise is played with the amplifier set at a very high volume it may possibly cause damage to the speakers To avoid this be sure to switch the input mode to AUTO or DTS before playing CDs or LDs recorded in DTS Also never switch the input mode to ANALOG or PCM during playback The same holds true when playing CDs or LDs on a DVD player or LD DVD compatible player For DVDs the DTS signals are recorded in a special way so this problem does not occur 3 2 The signals provided at the digital outputs of a CD or LD player may undergo some sort of internal signal processing output level adjustment sampling frequency conversion etc In this case the DTS encoded signals may be processed erroneously in which case they cannot be decoded by the AVR 2803 983 or may only produce noise Before playing DTS signals for the first time turn down the master volume to a low level start playing the DTS disc then check whether the DTS indicator on the AVR 2803 983 see page 53 lights before turning up the master volume X3 A DVD player with DTS compatible digital output is required to play DTS DVDs A DTS Digital Output logo is featured on the front panel of compatible DVD players Recent DENON DVD player models feature DTS compatible digital output consult the player s owner s manua for information on configuring the digital output for DTS playback of DTS enc
67. d wait for the unit to cool down if it is very hot Improve the ventilation condition around the unit and switch the power back on if the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around the unit switch off the power and contact a DENON service center Note on speaker impedance The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the specified impedance for example speakers with an impedance of lower than 4 O ohms are connected If the protector circuit is activated the speaker output is cut off Turn off the set s power wait for the set to cool down improve the ventilation around the set then turn the power back on 13 6 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Front Panel For details on the functions of these parts refer to the pages given in parentheses DEN DN j J J 0 er Power ON STANDBY switch Headphones jack PHONES s VIDEO SELECT button Front speaker system indicators FRONT SPEAKER A B FRONT SPEAKER button 41 63 ZONE 2 button indicator nane 47 63 MODE b t n is eoe pene nad 42 44 53 Q ANALOG button eode ttt 42 44 OET 8 Bl annaba use 42 44 D DIMMER button tats 46 O STATU
68. e control unit 2 CHANNEL Watching the display press the CHANNEL up or down button to select the desired preset channel Remote contro unit Recalling preset stations from the main unit s panel 1 TUKING Press the TUNING PRESET button PRESET pn Main unit FUNCTION Turn the FUNCTION knob and select the desired preset channel Main unit 13 LAST FUNCTION MEMORY OOOO OOOO This unit is equipped with a last function memory which stores the input and output setting conditions as they were immediately before the power is switched off This function eliminates the need to perform complicated resettings when the power is switched on The unit is also equipped with a back up memory This function provides approximately one week of memory storage from when the main unit s power switch is off and with the power cord disconnected INITIALIZATION OF THE MICROPROCESSOR When the indication of the display is not normal or when the operation of the unit does not shows the reasonable result the initialization of the microprocessor is required by the following procedure 1 Switch off the unit and remove the AC cord from the wall outiet 2 Hold the following FRONT SPEAKER button and ZONE 2 button and plug the AC cord into the wall outlet 3 Check that the entire display is flashing with an interval of about 1 second
69. ect the AVR 2803 983 s MONITOR OUT connector with the monitor TV and turn off the power of all playback devices connected to the AVR 2803 983 s video input connectors For instructions on connecting the monitor TV see page 7 and 8 1 Check that all the connections are correct then turn on the main unit s power SYSTEM Display the System Setup Menu SETUP System Setup Menu Speaker Configuration SETUP Delay Time Channel Level Digital gi Assignment XX To stop system setup before it is completed press the system setup button again ideo In Assignmen Pay eae i j Dolby Digital Setup System setup can be stopped at any time Zone2 Control The changed settings are stored and the on screen display turns off wv if you make a mistake at a system setup setting you can reset it by selecting the desired menu from the System Setup Menu screen The settings that have been changed up to that point are stored 17 Setting the type of speakers e Set up in function of your speaker systems Performing this setup optimizes the system The composition of the signals output to the different channels and the frequency response are adjusted automatically according to the combination of speakers actually being used 1 At the System Setup Menu select Speaker Configuration A Speaker Configuration casaett Delay Time System Setup Menu zi Channel Leva igita n Assignment CY S Video In Assignment An Dol
70. ed Also refer to the player s operating instructions 15dB default recommended 0 5 10 and 15 can be selected Enter the setting The System Setup Menu reappears 26 Setting the Auto Surround Mode The surround mode used at last for the three types of input signals shown below is stored in the memory and the signal is automatically played with that surround mode the next time it is input Note that the surround mode setting is also stored separately for the different input sources D Analog and PCM 2 channel signals 2 2 channel signals of Dolby Digital DTS or other multi channel format Multi channel signals of Dolby Digital DTS or other multi channel format p m At the System Setup Menu select Auto Surround 1 Mode and press the ENTER button System Setup Menu Ext n Subwoofer Level ux Auto Surround Mode un Screen Display rigger Out Setup Cv Auto Tuner Presets P Setup Lock Select ON if you want to use the auto surround mode OFF if you do not want to use it Auto Surround Mode E93 gt Enter the setting The System Setup Menu reappears Setting the On Screen Display OSD Use this to turn the on screen display messages other than the menu screens on or off At the System Setup Menu select On Screen Display and press the ENTER button System Setup Menu Ext In Subwoofer Level Auto Surround Mode On Screen Display Trigger Out Setup
71. een surround back speakers and listening position L5 Distance between subwoofer and listening position FL Center FR Lj ml w w lw A 4 Subwoofer E At the System Setup Menu select Delay Time 1 D System Setup Menu Speaker Configuration Delay Time Channel Digital In Assignment Video In Assignment Dolby Digital Setup ib Control Switch to the Delay Time screen Delay Time Set The Distance To Each Speakers Do You Prefer In Meters In Feet gMeters Feet Select the desired unit meters or feet Select darken the desired units Meters or Feet Delay Time Set The Distance To Each Speakers Do You Prefer In Meters In Feet cMeters 4 Example When Feet is selected 4 Once Meters or Feet is selected in step 3 the Delay Time screen appears automatically Delay Time Default Fes 4 wg uFront L 12 t Q Front R 12ft Center 12 ft Subwoofer 1244 u Delay Time t Select the speaker to be set 5 CHSELECT ENTER 20 Set the distance between the center speaker and listening position Delay Time Default Mes 4 The distance changes in units of 1 foot 0 1 meters each time the button is pressed Select the value closest to the measured
72. entimeters 2 to 3 feet above ear level at the prime listening position As seen from the side 67 Surround The AVR 2803 983 is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie theater Dolby Surround 1 Dolby Digital Dolby Digital is the multi channel digital signal format developed by Dolby Laboratories Dolby Digital consists of up to 5 1 channels front left front right center surround left surround right and an additional channel exclusively reserved for additional deep bass sound effects the Low Frequency Effects LFE channel also called the 1 channel containing bass frequencies of up to 120 Hz Unlike the analog Dolby Pro Logic format Dolby Digital s main channels can all contain full range sound information from the lowest bass up to the highest frequencies 22 kHz The signals within each channel are distinct from the others allowing pinpoint sound imaging and Dolby Digital offers tremendous dynamic range from the most powerful sound effects to the quietest softest sounds free from noise and distortion Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic Comparison of home surround systems Dolby Digital Dolby Pro Logic No recorded channels elements 5 1ch 2ch No playback channels 5 1 ch 4ch Playback channels max L R C SL SR SW L R C S SW recommended Audio processing
73. er set up is changed if the volume is turned up during this time the output will be very high after the muting circuit stops functioning Always wait until the muting circuit turns off before adjusting the volume 4 FEATURES 1 Digital Surround Sound Decoding Featuring 32 bit high speed DSP operating entirely in digital domain surround sound from digital sources such as DVD LD DTV and satellite are faithfully re created DTS 96 24 compatibility The AVR 2803 983 can be decoded with sources recorded in DTS 96 24 a new multi channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc DTS 96 24 sources can be played in the multi channel mode on the AVR 2803 983 with high sound quality of 96 kH2 24 bits or 88 2 kHz 24 bits DTS ES Extended Surround and DTS Neo 6 The AVR 2803 983 can be decoded with DTS ES Extended Surround a new multi channel format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc The AVR 2803 983 can be also decoded with DTS Neo 6 a surround mode allowing 6 1 channel playback of regular stereo sources DTS Digital Theater Systems DTS provides up to 5 1 channels of wide range high fidelity surround sound from sources such as laser disc DVD and specially encoded music discs Dolby Digital Using advanced digital processing algorithms Dolby Digital provides up to 5 1 channels of wide range high fidelity surround sound Dolby Digital is the default digital audio delivery systern for D
74. ferent speakers Use the channel volume adjust buttons to adjust so that the volume of the test tones is the same for all the speakers Remote control unit After completing the adjustment press the TEST TONE button again Remote control unit After adjusting using the test tones adjust the channel levels either according to the playback sources or to suit your tastes as described below Select the speaker whose level you want to adjust Remote control unit The channel switches as shown below each time the button is pressed FL gt gt FR SR gt SBR 58L FADER fe SW a SL Je 2 Adjust the level of the selected Ca speaker Re ENTER gt NOTES The adjustment range for the different channels is 12 dB to Remote control unit 12 dB The sound from the subwoofer can be cut by lowering the SW X When the surround back speaker setting is set to 1spkr for subwoofer setting one step from 12 dB setting it to OFF Speaker Configuration this is set to SB 49 Fader function This function makes it possible to lower the volume of the front channels FL C and FR or the rear channels SL SR SBL and SBR together Use it for example to adjust the balance of the sound from the different positions when playing multi channel music sources Select FADER Remote
75. hieve multi channel surround playback The signals can also be played on ordinary stereo equipment in which case they provide normal stereo sound 68 There are two types of DVD Dolby surround recording signals D 2 channel PCM stereo signals 2 2 channel Dolby Digital signals When either of these signals is input to the AVR 2803 983 the surround mode is automatically set to Dolby Pro Logic H when the DOLBY DTS SURROUND mode is selected W Sources recorded in Dolby Surround are indicated with the logo mark shown below Dolby Surround support mark D pot sunu Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby Pro Logic and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories DTS Digital Surround Digital Theater Surround also called simply DTS is a multi channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems DTS offers the same 5 1 playback channels as Dolby Digital front left front right and center surround left and surround right as well as the stereo 2 channel mode The signals for the different channels are fully independent eliminating the risk of deterioration of sound quality due to interference between signals crosstalk etc DTS features a relatively higher bit rate as compared to Dolby Digital 1234 kbps for CDs and LDs 1536 kbps for DVDs so it operates with a relatively low compression rate Because of this the amount of data is great and when DTS playback is used in movie
76. i Digital In Assignment CD CSa WRT OFF DVD COAX2 R 2 OFF VDP OPT1 Tape OPT4 TV OPT2 OPT3 Xx OFF Default Select the digital input jack to be assigned to the input source To select the input source To select the digital input jack Select OFF for input sources for which no digital input jacks are used X f Yes is selected for Default the settings are automatically reset to the default values Enter the setting The System Setup Menu reappears NOTES The OPTICAL 4 jacks on the AVR 2803 983 s rear panel are equipped with an optical digital output jack for recording digital signals on a CD recorder MD recorder or other digital recorder Use this for digital recording between a digital audio source stereo 2 channel and a digital audio recorder Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 4 OUT jack on the AVR 2803 983 s rear panel to any jack other than the OPTICAL 4 IN jack e PHONO and TUNER cannot be selected on the Digital in Assignment 23 Setting the Video In Assignment This setting assigns the color difference component video input jacks of the AVR 2803 983 for the different input sources At the System Setup Menu select Video In Assignment y 2 z System Setup Menu 1 D Speaker Configuration p d Delay Time Channel Level Digital In Assignmen
77. is product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label if you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions Grounding or Polarization This product may be equipped with a polarized aiternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug FIGURE A EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 ELECTRIC SERVICE ue GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING T44 ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEG ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 13 1b 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed So that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product
78. l video pin plug cords in the same way another video source with component video outputs such as a TV DBS tuner etc can be connected to the VIDEO 2 color difference component video jacks Connecting a monitor TV MONITOR OUT jack Connect the TV s color difference component video input jacks COMPONENT VIDEO INPUT to the COMPONENT MONITOR OUT jack using 75 Q ohms coaxial video pin plug cords The color difference input jacks may be indicated differently on some TVs monitors or video components Cr C8 and Y R Y B Y and Y Pr Pb and Y etc For details carefully read the operating instructions included with the TV or other component Connecting the antenna terminals DIRECTION OF BROADCASTING eo FM ANTENNA 75 Q ohms COAXIAL CABLE he LEE EE EE ME a o FM INDOOR ANTENNA Supplied AM LOOP ANTENNA Supplied Cane LOOP ANT 99999 nan am mus MAT mE ES amp ANT sedeo u AM OUTDOOR 6 OO TeL wremunron SO cour SANOTTE taa m 9 Li GROUND An F type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly AM loop antenna assembly
79. lect Channel Level System Setup Menu Speaker Configuration Delay Time Channel Level Digital In Assignment Video In Assignment Dolby Digital Setup Zoned Control Switch to the Channel Level screen Level Auto Test Tone Start Channel Test Tone Level Clear ves 4 3 Select Test Tone 21 Select the mode Select Auto or Manual Auto Adjust the level while listening to the test tones produced automatically from the different speakers Manual Level Clear ve 4 Select the speaker from which you want to produce the test tone to adjust the level Channel Level Test Tone Start Example When the Auto mode is selected Select Test Tone Start ENTER Channel Level Test T 4 est Tone EA Py N cTest Tone Start ve Level Clear ves 4 6 gt Select Yes 1 a if the Auto mode is selected Test tones are automatically emitted from the different speakers Test Tone Aw The test tones are emitted from the different speakers in the GFL 4 11 58b following order at 4 second intervals the first time and second time 7 C 0 Odb around 2 second intervals the third time around and on E oe aii R Da m 1spkr SBR 0 08 SB H SBL 0 Odi i t Flashing 5
80. ly through the room but depending on the size and shape of the room interference may result in a decrease of the actual volume of the low frequency range Selection of the LFE play mode will play the low frequency signal range of the channel selected with Large from that channel only Therefore the low frequency signal range that are played from the subwoofer channel are only the low frequency signal range of LFE only during Dolby Digital or DTS signal playback and the channel specified as Small in the setup menu Select the play mode that provides bass reproduction with quantity When the subwoofer is set to Yes bass sound is output from the subwoofer regardless of the subwoofer mode setting in surround modes other than Dolby DTS in surround modes other than Dolby Digital and DTS if the subwoofer is set to YES the low frequency portion is always output to the subwoofer channel For details refer to Surround Modes and Parameters on page 60 19 Setting the Delay Time input the distance between the listening position and the different speakers to set the delay time for the surround mode Preparations Measure the distances between the listening position and the speakers L1 to L5 on the diagram at the right Li Distance between center speaker and listening position L2 Distance between front speakers and listening position L3 Distance between surround speakers and listening position L4 Distance betw
81. mote control unit c m ec 2 BAND Watching the display press the BAND button to select the desired N band AM or FM Remote control unit O i itt MODE Press the MODE button to set the auto tuning mode 10 E Gr Cw 2 Auto appears on the display 3 S rel Remote control unit I p 1 1 Q2 4 4 TUNING TV VOL Press the TUNING up or 0 down button Automatic searching begins then 0 Stops when a station is tuned in O Remote control unit if tuning does not stop at the desired station use to the Manual tuning operation Manual tuning 1 Set the input function to TUNER 4 TUNING TY VOL Press the TUNING up or down button to tune in the desired station FUNCTION TUNER The frequency changes continuously when the button is held in Remote control unit Main unit Remote control unit NOTES 2 bd Watching the display press the When in the auto tuning mode on the FM band the STEREO BAND button to select the desired indicator lights on the display when a stereo broadcast is tuned in X band AM or FM At open frequencies the noise is muted and the TUNED and STEREO indicators turn off Remote control unit When the manual tuning mode is set FM stereo broadcasts are received in monaural and the STEREO indicator turns off MODE Press the MODE button to set the 3 manual tuning mode N Check that the displays AUTO
82. mpedance are connected Connection the speaker terminalis 1 Loosen by turning 2 insert the cord counterclockwise 3 Tighten by turning Connecting banana piugs clockwise Either tightly twist or terminate the core wires SN Turn clockwise to tighten then insert the banana piug banana plug Connections When making connections also refer to the operating instructions of the other components 12 Connection jack for subwooter r with built in amplifier super woofer etc SURROUND BACK ZONE 2 SPEAKER SYSTEMS I i NOTES 1 To use Surround back with one speaker connect the speaker to
83. n method 1 Using dipolar speakers for the surround back speakers as well is more effective Connect the surround speakers to the surround speaker jacks The signals from the surround channels reflect off the walls as shown on the diagram at the left creating an enveloping and realistic surround sound presentation For multi channel music sources however the use of bipolar or dipolar speakers mounted at the sides of the listening position may not be satisfactory in order to create a coherent 360 degree surround sound field Connect another pair of direct radiating speakers as described in example 3 and place them at the rear corners of the room facing towards the prime listening position As seen from the side 2 When not using surround back speakers Front speakers Center speaker T Monitor Subwoofer 60 Surround speakers As seen from above Set the front speakers with their front surfaces as flush with the TV or monitor screen as possible Set the center speaker between the front left Surround speaker and right speakers and no further from the listening position than the front speakers Front speaker Consult the owner s manual for your subwoofer for advice on placing the subwoofer within the listening room if the surround speakers are direct radiating monopolar then place them 60 to 90 cm slightly behind and at an angle to the listening position and parallel to the walls at a position 60 to 90 c
84. nal input EXT IN mode Press the EXT IN on the EXT IN button on the remote control unit to switch the external input EXT IN Main unit Remote control unit Selecting the AUTO PCM and DTS modes The mode switches as shown below each time the INPUT MODE button is pressed AUTO PCM DTS MODE Main unit Remote control unit 42 Input mode selection function Different input modes can be selected for the different input sources The selected input modes for the separate input sources are stored in the memory D AUTO auto mode in this mode the types of signals being input to the digital and analog input jacks for the selected input source are detected and the program in the AVR 2803 983 s surround decoder is selected automatically upon playback This mode can be selected for all input sources other than PHONO and TUNER The presence or absence of digital signals is detected the signals input to the digital input jacks are identified and decoding and playback are performed automatically in DTS Dolby Digital or PCM 2 channel stereo format If no digital signal is being input the analog input jacks are selected Use this mode to play Dolby Digital signals 2 PCM exclusive PCM signal playback mode Decoding and playback are only performed when PCM signals are being input Note that noise may be generated when using this mode to play signals other than PCM signals 3 DTS exclusive DTS signal pla
85. nd a natural sense of expansion is given to the sound field by the effect of the surround signals output from the center C and surround SL SR and SB channels 70 DTS 96 24 The sampling frequency number of bits and number of channels used for recording of music etc in studios has been increasing in recent years and there are a growing number of high quality signal sources including 96 kHz 24 bit 5 1 channel sources For example there are high picture sound quality DVD video sources with 96 kHz 24 bit stereo PCM audio tracks However because the data rate for these audio tracks is extremely high there are limits to recording them on two channels only and since the quality of the pictures must be restricted it is common to only include still pictures In addition 96 kHz 24 bit 5 1 channel surround is possible with DVD audio sources but DVD audio players are required to play them with this high quality DTS 96 24 is a multi channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc in order to deal with this situation Conventional surround formats used sampling frequencies of 48 or 44 1 kHz so 20 kHz was about the maximum playback signal frequency With DTS 96 24 the sampling frequency is increased to 96 or 88 2 kHz to achieve a wide frequency range of over 40 kHz in addition DTS 96 24 has a resolution of 24 bits resulting in the same frequency band and dynamic range as 96 kHz 24 bit PCM As with conventional DTS
86. nect when using an external controller C Pri 5 Use an adapter cable sold separately as shown on the diagram at the right to D STEREO PLUG connect the external controller TXD RXD PC QUT PC IN x For instructions on operations using the ZONE 2 jacks see page 47 48 11 Speaker system connections Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that like polarities are matched amp with with Mismatching of polarities will result in weak central sound unclear orientation of the various instruments and the sense of direction of the stereo being impaired When making connections teke care that none of the individual conductors of the speaker cord come in contact with adjacent terminals with other Speaker Impedance Speakers with an impedance of from 6 to 16 Q ohms can be connected for use as front and center speakers Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 Q ohms can be connected for use as surround speakers Be careful when using two pairs of front speakers A B at the same time speaker cord conductors or with the rear panel since use of speakers with an impedance of less than 8 O ohms will lead to damage NOTE NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is on Doing so could result in electric shocks The protector circuit may be activated if the set is played for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the specified i
87. nent video input jacks for Assign the different input sources VIDEO NONE NONE VIDEO2 NONE NONE NONE Dolby Digital Turn the audio compression on or off when down mixing Dolby igital si OFF Setup Digital signats Power AMP Set this to switch the surround back channel s Surround Bac Assignment power amplifier for use for zone 2 e Zone 2 Contro Zone2 This sets the output fevel for the zone 2 output Variable vol Level jacks Ext in Cy Subwoofer Set the Ext In Subwoofer terminal playback level Subwoofer 15 dB Level 9 Ari Set the Auto surround mode function Auto Surround Mode ON On Screen This sets whether or not to display the on screen display that do Displa ee appears on the monitor screen when the controls on the remote On Screen Display ON Frey control unit or main unit are operated Ti Out PHONO CD TUNER TAPE DVD VDP TV DBS VCR 1 VCR 2 V AUX eons Set the Trigger Out output for the different input sources OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON ON ON ON ON Ai AB 87 5 89 1 98 1 107 9 90 1 90 1 90 1 90 1 MHz Bi B8 520 600 1000 1400 1500 1710 kHz 90 1 90 1 MHz a eee FM stations are received automatically and stored in the memory Ci C8 90 1 MHz Di D8 90 1 MHz E1 EB 90 1 MHz B Setup Lock Set whether or not ta lock the system setup settings so that they Setup Lock OFF 72 Surround modes and parameters Signals and adjustability in the different modes Channel output
88. ng system setup menu adjust the level as necessary Program source and adjustment range 1 Dolby Digital 10 dB to 0 dB 2 DTS Surround 10 dB to 0 dB X When DTS encoded movie software is played it is recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to 0 dB for correct DTS playback X When DTS encoded music software is played it is recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to 10 dB for correct DTS playback TONE This adjusts the tone control See Surround parameters on page 59 SB CH OUT 00 Dolby Digital DTS source OFF DOE Playback is conducted without using the surround back speaker NON MTRX Playback is conducted using the surround back speaker The same signals those of the surround channels are output from the surround back channels MTRX ON Playback is conducted using the surround back speaker Surround back channel is reproduced using digital matrix processing NRML OFF oo Playback is conducted without using the surround back speaker NRML ON oo Playback is conducted using the surround back speaker The same signals those of the surround channels are output from the surround back channels 2 Other source OFF ayback is conducted without using the surround back speaker ON ayback is conducted using the surround back speaker NOTE This operation can be performed directly using the SURROUND BACK button on the main unit s panel 54 11 DSP SURROUND SIMULATIO
89. nit s rear cover Notes on Batteries Set three R6P AA batteries in the battery compartment in the indicated direction Use R6P AA batteries in the remote control unit The batteries should be replaced with new ones approximately once a year though this depends on the frequency of usage Even if less than a year has passed replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unit is operated nearby the set The included battery is only for verifying operation Replace it with a new battery as soon as possible When inserting the batteries be sure to do so in the proper direction following the G6 and marks in the battery compartment To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid Do not use a new battery together with an old one Do not use two different types of batteries Do not short circuit disassemble heat or dispose of batteries in flames Remove the batteries from the remote control unit when you do not plan to use it for an extended period of time if the battery fluid should leak carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery compartment and insert new batteries When replacing the batteries have the new batteries ready and insert them as quickly as possible Using the remote control unit 23 feet Approx 7 m Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor on the main unit as shown on the diagram The remote control unit can
90. nt speakers if the sound should seem distorted ETERS oF because the input level exceeds the allowable input for the front i speakers set Compression to ON 24 Enter the setting The System Setup Menu reappears Setting the ZONE Control 1 Setting the power amplifier assignment Make this setting to switch the power amplifier for the surround back channel to ZONE2 If ZONE2 is selected the signal that selected at ZONE2 is output at SURR BACK ZONE2 PREOUT terminals cu At the System Setup Menu select Zone2 Control 1 and press the ENTER button System setup Manu Speaker Configuration ER Delay Time Sereal Ta Atsi gita n Assignment CY Video In Assignment Ph Dolby Digital Setup Zone Control Li ECTS The Zone Control screen appears 2 D Select Power Amp Assignment and press the Tone Control ENTER button Power Amp Assignment CNR Zone2 Vol Level LF Exit Power Amp Assignment Power Amp Assignment E Zone2 gt 4 Surroundback PILIH Gr 3 Select Surround Back to use as the surround back channel Zone2 to use as Zone 2 out je S la m Q a amp When Surround Back is selected When Zone2 is selected Enter the setting At the Zone2 Control screen select Exit and press the ENTER button The System Setup Menu reappears 2 Se
91. ntro unit Turn on the power Press the POWER switch button ON STANDBY ON SOURCE ON STANDBY Le XX Light Q iru Main unit Remote control unit When pressed the power turns on and the display lights The sound is muted for several seconds after which the unit operates normally When pressed again the power turns off the standby mode is set and the display turns off Whenever the ON STANDBY button is in the STANDBY state the apparatus is still connected on AC line voltage Please be sure to unplug the cord when you leave home for say a vacation ea QQ OY a 0 Of dero SO Og CO col A i 4 The front speakers switch as shown below each time the FRONT SPEAKER button is pressed FRONT SPEAKER a Main unit Remote control unit m gt FRONT A FRONT B 4 FRONT A B FRONT 41 Playing the input source 1 Select the input source to be played Example CD acmon co iMain unit iRemote control unit X To select the input source when SOURCE ZONE2 REC OUT or TUNING PRESET is selected press the SOURCE button then operate the input function selector MOS Main unit Select the input mode 2 Selecting the analog mode Press the ANALOG button to switch to the analog input ANALOG EN Main unit iRemote control unit Selecting the exter
92. nu reappears NOTES Assignment of low frequency signal range The only signals produced from the subwoofer channel are LFE signals during playback of Dolby Digital or DTS signals and the low frequency signal range of channels set to Small in the setup menu The low frequency signal range of channels set to Large are produced from those channels Crossover Frequency When Subwoofer is set to Yes at the Speaker Configuration Setting set the frequency Hz below which the bass sound of the various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer the crossover frequency For speakers set to Small sound with a frequency below the crossover frequency is cut and the cut bass sound is output from the subwoofer instead NOTE For ordinary speaker systems we recommend setting the crossover frequency to 80 Hz When using small speakers however setting the crossover frequency to a high frequency may improve frequency response for frequencies near the crossover frequency Subwoofer mode The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when Large is set for the front speakers and YES is set for the subwoofer in the Speaker Configuration settings see page 18 e When the LFE MAIN playback mode is selected the low frequency signal range of channels set to Large are produced simultaneously from those channels and the subwoofer channel in this playback mode the low frequency range expand more uniform
93. o these jacks cannot be played In addition signals cannot be output from channels not connected to the input jacks The external input mode can be set for any input source To watch video while listening to sound select the input source to which the video signal is connected then set this mode Playing audio sources CDs and DVDs The AVR 2803 983 is equipped with two 2 channel playback modes exclusively for music Select the mode to suit your tastes DIRECT mode DIRECT 1 Use this mode to achieve good quality 2 channel sound while watching images in this mode the audio signals bypass such circuits as the tone circuit and are transmitted directly resulting in good Remote control unit quality sound STEREO mode STEREO 2 Use this mode to adjust the tone and achieve the desired sound while watching N images Remote control unit 44 After starting playback 1 Adjusting the sound quality TONE The tone control function will not work in the direct made The tone control setting only affects the front speakers e if the tone control function is used the main volume cannot be adjusted up to 18 dB The maximum main volume level differs in the different surround modes The tone switches as follows each time the TONE CONTROL button is pressed TONE CONTROL BASS TREBLE Main unit 2 With the name of the volume to be SELECT adjusted selected turn the SELECT knob to adju
94. oded DVDs Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems Inc US Pat No 5 451 942 5 956 674 5 974 380 5 978 762 and other world wide patents issued and pending DTS DTS ES Extended Surround and Neo 6 are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems Inc 1996 2000 Digital Theater Systems Inc All Rights Reserved 69 DTS ES Extended Surround M DTS ES Extended Surround is a new multi channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc While offering high compatibility with the conventional DTS Digital Surround format DTS ES Extended Surround greatly improves the 360 degree surround impression and space expression thanks to further expanded surround signals This format has been used professionally in movie theaters since 1999 in addition to the 5 1 surround channels FL FR C SL SR and LFE DTS ES Extended Surround also offers the SB Surround Back sometimes also referred to as surround center channel for surround playback with a total of 6 1 channels DTS ES Extended Surround includes two signal formats with different surround signal recording methods as described below M DTS ES Discrete 6 1 DTS ES Discrete 6 1 is the newest recording format With it all 6 1 channels including the SB channel are recorded independently using a digital discrete system The main feature of this format is that because the SL SR and SB channels are fully independent the sound can be designed with
95. of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d if the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way and f When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may re
96. ol cleaners Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer A product and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may r cause the product and cart A combination to overturn Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating and these openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to Power Sources Th
97. on is used the main volume cannot be adjusted up to 18 dB The maximum main volume level differs in the different surround modes i h t 1 kinua Display the surround parameter ROCK ARENA eco PARAMETER screen on the monitor GROOM SIZE 2 G The screen for the selected M E EN surround mode appears EFFECT 410 9 9 0 UJ TONE cannot be selected in the Direct mode TONE 4 9 io o Remote control unit B CH OUT Qo CA gt OFF Defaut Yes m 2 Select TONE ROCK ARENA a medium Bim EFFECT 10 ENTER BOO 1 6 CX CA OFF Pa Detaut Yas 2 3 4 Remote control unit 5 Switch to the Tone Control Screen Tone Control Select Tone Defeat OFF FTone Defeat ON Bass 4 803 gt Treble 4 48 gt D Of gt Remote control unit To set the level 4 gt To select Bass or Treble AD Ef gt Remote control unit Enter the setting The surround menu screen re appears Remote control unit 6 SURROUND To end the setting mode press the surround parameter button again PARAMETER MI GUI Remote control unit 58 To operate the tone contro from the main unit 1 The tone switches as follows each time the TONE CONTROL button is pressed TONE C
98. on with the POWER operation switch on the main unit and when the power is switched between on and standby from the remote control unit No power is supplied from these outlets when this unit s power is at standby Never connect equipment whose total capacity is above 120 W 1 A NOTE Oniy use the AC OUTLETS for audio equipment Never use them for hair driers TVs or other electrical appliances Connecting the pre out jacks Use these jacks if you wish to connect external power amplifier s to increase the power of the front center and surround sound channels or for connection to powered loudspeakers X To use Surround back with one speaker connect the speaker to SURR BACK L CH are mo amp we lm 8 x sul m 5 Con ms i orca D w A 5 wux d n l va E m C ssu cama nr ru NGA AA NANG hi Suman tema LANE CET dE DO 5 96 GO e es 0 LL a n a 5 O99 OC QO Oe iat arcanes wana mea PORC HO nr AR ENG
99. ons for playback Connect the tape deck s playback output jacks LINE OUT or PB to this unit s tape playback CDR TAPE IN jacks using pin plug cords Connecting the video components To connect the video signal connect using a 75 Q ohms video signal cable cord Using an improper cable can result in a drop in video quality When making connections also refer to the operating instructions of the other components TV or DBS tuner Connecting a TV or DBS tuner TV or DBS Connect the TV s or DBS tuner s video output jack VIDEO OUTPUT to the VIDEO yellow TV or DBS IN jack using a 75 Q ohms video coaxial pin plug cord Connect the TV s or DBS tuner s audio output jacks AUDIO OUTPUT to the AUDIO TV or DBS IN jacks using pin plug cords AUDIO 3 our VIDEO R ti OUT AUDIO wipeo R ti OUT 1 TE T DVD player or video disc player VDP etc Connecting a DVD player or a video disc player VDP DVD Connect the video disc player s video output jack VIDEO OUTPUT to the VIDEO yellow DVD IN jack using a 75 O ohms video coaxial pin plug cord Connect the video disc player s analog audio output jacks ANALOG AUDIO OUTPUT to the AUDIO DVD IN jacks using pin plug cords VDP can be connected to the VDP jacks in the same way t is also possible to connect a video disc player DVD player video camcorder Video Game etc to the
100. r to the manuals of the respective components 50 Set the surround parameter mode SURROUND SURROUND PARAMETER i Main unit Remote contral unit The on screen display differs according to whether the operation main unit or the remote control unit EXD MA EQ gt Cad CINE ON 4 Display Wii POELE TONE 4 OFF gt AFDM 4 SB CH OUT 4NRML OFF gt Default Yes is performed from the This is the screen when operated with the remote control unit Select the play mode SELECT O Main unit Display DOLBY PL 11 MUSIC OPT IONS lt OFF 4NRML OFF Default Yes This is the screen when operated with the remote pu p control unit Se SURROUND PARAMETER Main unit iRemote control unit m MODE CINEMA MODE MUSIC MODE DOLBY PL CINEMA EQ PANORAMA CINEMA EQ DIMENSION CENTER WIDTH Pot DOLBY PL MUSIC OPTIONAL PARAMETERS PANORAMA ES 43 43 gt ON DIMENSION CENTER WIOTH X When set with the on screen display using the remote control unit while in the MUSIC mode set the c mark to OPTION using the and V cursor buttons then press the lt cursor button Press the ENTER button to return to the previous screen Se
101. rch forward and reverse ad a Stop Play Hd Pi Auto search to beginning of track ik Pause H DISC SKIP for CD changers only AB Switch between sides and B 3 MD recorder MD CD recorder CDR system buttons 4 Tuner system buttons 01010 9066 9 5 C VO 00606 0006 epo 00066 CCS 9 2660 Goot JDO OOD oin GD Gp Go Ge t bp Manual search forward and reverse TUNING Tuning up down E Stop BAND Switch between AM and FM bands Play MODE Switch between AUTO and MANUAL Ed Pi Auto search to beginning of track MEMORY Preset memory iE Pause SHIFT Switch preset channel range X Default setting CDR CHANNEL Preset channel up down pi Le ff f E i SOINS DENE BIO Oio pad rg C ela Tolo Lee X The tuner can be operated in the amplifier CD CDR MD or TAPE mode 32 Preset memory The included remote control unit can be used to operate devices of different brands by registering the preset number corresponding to the brand of your device For some models the remote control unit or the device may not operate properly In this case use the learning function page 36 to store your device s remote control signals in the included remote control unit 1 Press the power ON SOURCE button and the OFF button at the same time The LEARNED TX indicator flashes OFF ON SOURCE Pres
102. re r 5CH 7CH STEREO output to the surround and surround back signal right channels and the in phase component of the left and right channels is output to the center channel Use this mode to enjoy stereo sound X Depending on the program source being played the effect may not be very noticeable in this case try other surround modes without worrying about their names to create a sound field suited to your tastes NOTE 1 When playing sources recorded in monaural the sound will be one sided if signals are only input to one channel left or right so input signals to both channels If you have a source component with only one audio output monophonic camcorder etc obtain a Y adaptor cable to split the mono output to two outputs and connect to the L and R inputs Personal Memory Plus This set is equipped with a personal memorize function that automatically memorizes the surround modes and input modes selected for the input different sources When the input source is switched the modes set for that source last time it was used are automatically recalled X The surround parameters tone control settings and playback level balance for the different output channels are memorized for each surround mode 55 DSP surround simulation To operate the surround mode and surround parameters from the remote control unit 1 Select the surround mode for the input channel DSP SIMULATION Remote control unit
103. s sound below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode When this is set bass sound with a frequency below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode is sent to the subwoofer When this setting is selected low frequencies of below the frequency set for the Crossover Frequency mode are assigned to the subwoofer None ceri Select this when no speakers are installed Yes No Select Yes when a subwoofer is installed No when a subwoofer is not installed 2spkrs 1spkr Set the number of speakers to be used for the surround back channel X If the subwoofer has sufficient low frequency playback capacity good sound can be achieved even when Small is set for the front center and surround speakers X For the majority of speaker system configurations using the Small setting for all five main speakers and Subwooofer On with a connected subwoofer will yield the best results 18 Setting the crossover frequency and low frequency distribution when playing Dolby Digital and DTS signals Set the crossover frequency and subwoofer mode according to the speaker system being used 1 Select the Crossover Frequency mode Select the frequency Crossover Frequency ym cJ Subwoofer Mode A LFE lt gie Main 2 Select the Subwoofer Mode Select the setting Crossover Frequency lt 7 lt gt 9 i lt gt Ma LFE gt Main Enter the setting The System Setup Me
104. s the mode button of the equipment that is to be entered to a preset memory The mode button flashes CABLE VIP CG Cm Ca Go Referring to the included List of Preset Codes use the number buttons to input the preset code a 4 digit number for the manufacturer of the component whose signals you want to store in the memory OOO 7000 When stored correctly the mode button and the LEARNED TX indicator will light To store the codes of another component in the memory repeat steps 1 to 4 NOTES Depending on the model and year of manufacture this function cannot be used for some models even if the your device is listed on the included list of preset codes Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote control code Refer to the included list of preset codes to change the number and check it out The preset memory can be set for one component only among the following CDR MD DVD VDP and DBS CABLE The preset codes are as follows upon shipment from the factory and after resetting TM MGR 5 ee eee ete EH TM Sio d HITACHI CD TAPE Os ace eedem otn Ae a bras DENON CDR MD DENON CDR DVD VDP DENON DVD DBSICABEE eee vertice ted ABC CABLE DVD preset codes 0000 0001 DVD 900 DVD 1000 nn eg DVD 1500 DVD 2800 PYD 1600 DVD 2000 DENON Model No DVD 28001II DVD 2500 DVD 3800 DVD 3000 DVD 9000 DVD 2300 DVM 1800 DVM
105. s the surround effect when playing conventional 5 1 channel sources in the 6 1 surround or DTS ES Matrix 6 1 mode Check the surround effects of the various modes before selecting the surround mode 66 Speaker setting examples Here we describe a number of speaker settings for different purposes Use these examples as guides to set up your system according to the type of speakers used and the main usage purpose 1 DTS ES compatible system using surround back speakers 1 Basic setting for primarily watching movies Front speakers Center speaker 7 a Monitor Subwoofer Surround speakers Surround back speakers 3 spkr or 2 spkrs As seen from above Set the front speakers with their front surfaces as flush with the TV or monitor screen as possible Set the center speaker between the Surround speaker Surround back front left and right speakers and no further from the listening position speaker Point slightly than the front speakers downwards Consult the owner s manual for your subwoofer for advice on placing the subwoofer within the listening room if the surround speakers are direct radiating monopolar then place them slightly behind and at an angle to the listening position and parallel to the wails at a position 60 to 90 centimeters 2 to 3 feet above ear level at the prime listening position As seen from the side When using two surround back speakers place them at the back facing the front at a narro
106. ss the mode button of the equipment that is to be reset Mode button and LEARNED TX indicator flash GD Cm QR GAN Hold for 4 seconds or longer the mode button of the 3 equipment that is to be reset and the ON SOURCE button The mode button and the LEARNED TX indicator will again flash and the learned remote control signal of the selected equipment will be deleted ON SOURCE 39 2 Resetting the punch through setting 1 Press the power ON SOURCE button and the OFF button at the same time The LEARNED TX indicator flashes DON SOURCE amp Q Press the We play button TV and DBS CABLE mode buttons and TEARNED TX indicator flash Press the mode button of the equipment TV or DBS CABLE that is to be reset The CD CDR MD TAPE DVD VDP and VCR mode buttons and TEARNED TX indicator will flash e Press the mode button of the equipment that is to be reset again During the resetting operation the selected mode button and the LEARNED TX indicator will light they will return to steady state upon completion CABLE MG 40 9 OPERATION Before operating Refer to CONNECTIONS pages 6 to 13 and check that all connections are correct 2 Select AMP mode using the TAPE CDR MR or CD button only when operating with the remote control unit Remote co
107. st the level O To increase the bass or treble Main unit Turn the control clockwise The bass or treble sound can be increased to up to 10 dB in steps of 2 dB To decrease the bass or treble Turn the control clockwise The bass or treble sound can be decreased to up to 10 dB in steps of 2 dB 2 Listening over headphones PHONES Plug the headphones plug into the jack X Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack The pre out output including the speaker output is automatically turned off when headphones are connected 3 Turning the sound off temporarily MUTING 1 Use this to turn off the audio output temporarily Press the MUTING button X Cancelling MUTING mode Press the MUTING button again or adjust the main volume level Remote control unit 4 Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image FUNCTION VIDEO SELECT CO Main unit Use this switch to monitor a video source other than the audio source Press the VIDEO SELECT button turn the FUNCTION knob until the desired source appears on the display X Cancelling simulcast playback Select SOURCE using the VIDEO SELECT button and the FUNCTION knob Switch the program source to the component connected to the video input 1 Simulcast playback O oooo0 If you do not want the bass and treble to be adjusted turn on
108. sult in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources Such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products including amplifiers that produce heat E INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR 2803 983 Digital V Surround Receiver This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources such as DVD as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources As this product is provided with an immense array of features we recommend that before you begin hookup and operation that you review the contents of this manual before proceeding 1 Before Using 4 10 Surround inner 49 54 2 Cautions on installation etr A it DR t eva eer Ed 4 1 DSP Surround Simulation nine 55 60 31 Cautions on Handling ac aea tee ee onmi STAR late 5 12 Listening to the Radio 61 63 4 Features eese eto tete S e tete teet ei de a LORD NS kast F nction Memory eret e eat ee ERR Rete rd 63 5 Connections
109. system ON SOURCE buttons o Manual search POWER Power on standby forward and reverse ON SOURCE Cw Stop MENU Menu Play ua am AY Cursor up down left i Pause Q Q and right Q Channel Channels ENTER Enter CHANNEL Switch channels OU 0 9 10 Channels aN 2 TVNCR Switch between TV x and video player S TV VOL Volume up down an DISPLAY Switch display x RETURN Return NOTES For this CD CDR MD and TAPE components buttons can be operated in the same way as for Denon audio components The television can be operated in the DVD VDP VCR and TV modes Learning function if your AV component is not a Denon product or if it cannot be operated using the preset memory it can be controlled with the accessorious remote control unit by storing its remote control signals in the remote control unit For some remote control signals it is not possible to learn the signals or the device will not operate properly In such cases use the remote control unit included with the device to operate it Press the USE LEARN button with the tip of a pen etc to set 1 the learn mode Both the mode selector buttons and LEARNED TX indicator flash Flashes 2 Press the mode button of the equipment for which learning is desired Mode button and LEARNED TX indicator flash CABLE VDP Cv GD Ca Cm 5S Press the button that is to be learned 3 The LEARNED
110. t FVideo In Assignment De Dolby Digital Setup ES Control Switch to the Video In Assignment screen Video In Assignment DVD El gt VDP NONE TV DBS NGRE VCR 2 V Aux Default 3 Select the component Y PB C8 and Pr Cr video input terminal to be assigned to the input source Net Ne e Select NONE for sources for which the component Y PB C8 and PR CR video input is not to be used D input source selection 2 Component video terminal selection X When the default Yes is selected the settings are reset to the factory defaults ENTER the setting The System Setup Menu reappears Setting the Dolby Digital Setup Sets the down mixing method when not using a center speaker or surround speakers OFF The dynamic range is not compressed ON The dynamic range is compressed automatically according to the combination of speakers being used p m At the System Setup Menu select Dolby Digital 1 Setup and press the ENTER button System Setup Menu Speaker Configuration Delay Time Spans heart igita n Assignment LF Video In Assignment Py N Dolby Digital Setup Zone2 Control a Select ON if you want to use the Compression OFF if you do not want to use it Dolby Digital Downmix Option Setup NOTE When not using a center speaker or surround speakers the sound is Compression played from the fro
111. t the various surround parameters SELECT O Main unit Remote control unit When the surround parameters are set using the buttons on the main unit stop operating buttons after completing the settings The settings are automatically finalized and the normal display reappears after several seconds When the settings are made using the buttons on the remote control unit press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to finish NOTES There are four Dolby Surround Pro Logic modes NORMAL PHANTOM WIDE and 3 STEREO The AVR 2803 983 sets the mode automatically according to the types of speakers set during the system setup process page 18 Dolby Surround Pro Logic H is a mode in which 2 channel Sources are expanded into 5 1 channels To output a surround back channel in this mode set the SB CH OUT surround parameter to NON MTRX Surround parameters 1 Pro Logic II Mode The Cinema mode is for use with stereo television shows and all programs encoded in Dolby Surround The Music mode is recommended as the standard mode for autosound music systems no video and is optional for AN Systems The Dolby PL mode offers the same robust surround processing as original Pro Logic in case the source contents is not of optimum quality Select one of the modes Cinema Music or Dolby PL Panorama Control This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround Speakers for an exciting wraparo
112. ted to AVR 2803 983 Connect a monitor TV 7 8 Ground wire of turntable not connected Connect securely 6 Humming noise produced when Record is properly playing incomplete PHONO jack connection Connect securely 6 TV or radio transmission antenna nearby Contact your store of purchase Turntable and speaker systems too close Separate as much as possible 8 together Howling noise produced when volume is Floor is unstable and vibrates easily Use cushions to absorb speaker vibrations 2 high transmitted by floor If turntable is not g equipped with insulators use audio E insulators commonly available o Stylus pressure too weak Apply proper stylus pressure Sound is distorted Dust or dirt on stylus Check stylus Cartridge defective Replace cartridge as MC cartridge being used Replace with MM cartridge or use a head 6 Volume is weak Ex amplifier or step up transformer 5 Batteries dead Replace with new batteries 31 2 Remote control unit too far from this unit Move closer 31 9 This unit does not operate properly when Obstacle between this unit and remote Remove obstacle 31 g remote control unit is used control unit 5 Different button is being pressed Press the proper button 3 and ends of battery inserted in reverse nsert batteries properly 31 64 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Optimum surround sound for different sources There are currently various types of multi
113. total freedom and it is possible to achieve a sense that the acoustic images are moving about freely among the background sounds surrounding the listener from 360 degrees Though maximum performance is achieved when sound tracks recorded with this system are played using a DTS ES decoder when played with a conventional DTS decoder the SB channel signals are automatically down mixed to the SL and SR channels so none of the signal components are lost B DTS ES Matrix 6 1 With this format the additional SB channel signals undergo matrix encoding and are input to the SL and SR channels beforehand Upon playback they are decoded to the SL SR and SB channels The performance of the encoder used at the time of recording can be fully matched using a high precision digital matrix decoder developed by DTS thereby achieving surround sound more faithful to the producer s sound design aims than with conventional 5 1 or 6 1 channel systems in addition the bit stream format is 100 compatible with conventional DTS signals so the effect of the Matrix 6 1 format can be achieved even with 5 1 channel signal sources Of course it is also possible to play DTS ES Matrix 6 1 encoded sources with a DTS 5 1 channel decoder When DTS ES Discrete 6 1 or Matrix 6 1 encoded sources are decoded with a DTS ES decoder the format is automatically detected upon decoding and the optimum playing mode is selected However some Matrix 6 1 sources may be detected as having a 5 1 ch
114. tting the Zone2 voi level Set the Zone 2 pre out output level adjustment At the System Setup Menu select Zone2 Control 1 and press the ENTER button System Setup Menu Speaker Configuration x Delay Time Channel Level Digital In Assignment CT Video In Assignment h Dolby Digital Setup B hn Control 25 The Zone Control screen appears Select Zone2 Vol Level and press the ENTER button Zone2 Control Power Amp Assignment GZone2 Vol Level Exit Select the desired setting Variable The level can be adjusted freely using the buttons on the remote control unit 0 dB 40 dB The output level is fixed at the set level and the volume can no longer be adjusted Zone2 Vol Level gt 40dB OdB Enter the setting At the Zone2 Control screen select Exit and press the ENTER button The System Setup Menu reappears Setting the Ext In Subwoofer Level Set the method of playback of the analog input signal connected to the Ext in Subwoofer 1 Gu At the System Setup Menu select Ext In Subwoofer Level System Setup Menu Ext In Suwofer Level Auto Surround Mode On Screen Display Trigger Out Setup Auto Tuner Presets Setup Lock Switch to the Ext In Subwoofer Level screen Ext In Subwoofer Level Subwoofer Lebel 4 156B gt Select the desired setting Select according to the specifications of the player being us
115. ty in the different modes Parameter default values are shown in parentheses SURROUND PARAMETER an 7 PRO LOGIC Ii MUSIC MODE NEO 6 MUSIC CL D Dg ONLY MODE ONLY iiie IDTS Mode cono MODE ia l Ge Juve time Back PANORAMA omenson Wom gage COMP LFE DIRECT x x x x x x x x x x x lt gt OFF C dB STEREO 22 0dB x x x x x x x x x x 22 OFF 0dB EXTERNAL INPUT x x x x x x x x x x x x x DOLBY PRO LOGIC IE O 0dB C CINEMA C OFF X x x o OQFF om O43 x CO OFF 0dB Note2 INRME OFFI DTS NEO 6 lt gt 0dB CINEMA OFF x x x x x x 0 2 2 OFF C OdB Notes NRML ON DOLBY DIGITAL 0dB K O OFF x x x IMTRX ON x x x x CO OFF 0dB DTS SURROUND DTS ES MTRX 6 1 lt gt OdB x O OFF x x x Q IMTRX ON x x x x 0dB 5 7CH STEREO 0dB x X x x o x x x x OdB ROCK ARENA Note x x Medium x o x x x x OdB JAZZ CLUB 0dB x x Medium x x x x x 2 OdB VIDEO GAME 0dB x x Medium C x o x x x x 2 0dB MONO MOVIE 0dB X x Mediurn x e x x x x OdB MATRIX 0dB x x x x 2 30msec o x x X x 2 OdB VIRTUAL 12 0dB x x x x x x X x x x OdB Note 1 BASS 8 dB TREBLE 4 dB Adjustable 12 LISTENING TO THE RADIO Check that the remote control unit is set to AMP mode TAPE CDR MD or CD Auto tuning 1 Set the input function to TUNER 1 FUNCTION TUNER Main unit iRe
116. und effect with side wall imaging Select OFF or ON Dimension Control This control gradually adjust the soundfield either towards the front or towards the rear The control can be set in 7 steps from 0 to 6 Center Width Control This control agjust the center image so it may be heard only from the center speaker only from the left right speakers as a phantom image or from all three front speakers to varying degrees The control can be set in 8 steps from 0 to 7 51 DTS NEO 6 mode Surround playback can be performed for the analog input and PCM digital input 2 channel signals 2000 1 3 5 1 4 6 1 Select the DTS NEO 6 mode SELECT sage p Main unit Remote control unit 2 Play a program source 3 Set the surround parameter mode SURROUND PARAMETER DTS NEO 6 CINEMA EQ EN oF D COMP lt 410FF gt LFE OB Main unit TONE 4 aa SURROUND PRES 4NRML ON gt Default Yes MAN 7 Gu This is the screen when operated with the remote control unit Remote control unit The DTS NEO 6 Cinema or Music mode can be chosen directly by pressing the CINEMA or MUSIC button on the remote control unit during playback in the DTS NEO 6 mode 4 5 6 4 Select the play mode SELECT C OTS NEO 6 EIE CNTR IMAGE
117. urned on NOTE The DIGITAL indicator will light when playing CD ROMs containing data other than audio signals but no sound will be heard 43 Playback using the external input EXT IN jacks 1 Set the external input EXT IN mode Se Press the EXT IN to switch the external input Main unit Remote control unit Once this is selected the input signals connected to the FL front left FR front right C center SL surround left SR surround right SBL surround back left and SBR surround back right channels of the EXT IN jacks are output directly to the front left and right center surround left and right and surround back left and right speaker systems as well as the pre out jacks without passing through the surround circuitry in addition the signal input to the SW subwoofer jack is output to the PRE OUT SUBWOOFER jack Cancelling the external input mode 2 To cancel the external input EXT IN setting press the input mode AUTO PCM DTS or ANALOG button to switch to the desired input mode See page 42 PNE Main unit Remote control unit When the input mode is set to the external input EXT IN the surround mode DIRECT STEREO DOLBY DTS SURROUND 5 7CH STEREO or DSP SIMULATION cannot be set NOTES in play modes other than the external input mode the signals connected t
118. use a well known music selection and adjust for natural balance NOTE When adjusting the level of an active subwoofer system you may also need to adjust the subwoofer s own volume control 22 When you adjust the channel levels while in the SYSTEM SETUP CHANNEL LEVEL mode the channel level adjustments made will affect all surround modes Consider this mode a Master Channel Level adjustment made X After you have completed the SYSTEM SETUP CHANNEL LEVEL adjustments you can then activate the individual surround modes and adjust channel levels that will be remembered for each of those modes Then whenever you activate a particular surround sound mode your preferred channel level adjustments for just that mode will be recalled Check the instructions for adjusting channel levels within each surround mode on page 49 X You can adjust the channel levels for each of the following surround modes DIRECT STEREO DOLBY DTS SURROUND 5 7 CH STEREO MONO MOVIE ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB VIDEO GAME MATRIX and VIRTUAL Setting the Digital In Assignment This setting assigns the digital input jacks of the AVR 2803 983 for the different input sources At th tem Setup Men lect Digital In Assignment 1 e System Setup Menu select Digi ssig System Setup MR Speaker Configuration d Delay Time Channel Level Digital In Assignment Cy S i In Assignment Pa Dolby Digital Setup big Control Switch to the Digital Inputs screen 9
119. wer distance than the front left and right speakers When using one surround back speaker place it at the rear center facing the front at a slightly higher position 0 to 20 cm than the surround speakers We recommend installing the surround back speakerts at a slightly downward facing angle This effectively prevents the surround back channel signals from reflecting off the monitor or screen at the front center resulting in interference and making the sense of movement from the front to the back less sharp 2 Setting for primarily watching movies using diffusion type speakers for the surround speakers For the greatest sense of surround sound envelopment diffuse radiation speakers such as bipolar types or dipolar types provide a wider dispersion than is possible to obtain from a direct radiating speaker monopolar Place these speakers at either side of the prime listening position mounted above ear level Path of the surround sound from the speakers to the listening position Surround speakers Surround back speakers 1 spkr or 2 spkrs As seen from above Set the front speakers center speaker and subwoofer in the same positions as in example 1 Surround speaker Surround back itis best to place the surround speakers directly at the side or slightly speaker Point slightly to the front of the viewing position and 60 to 90 cm above the ears Front speaker downwards Same as surround back speaker installatio
120. within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important A operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance ATTENTION POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES INTERODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation This Class B digital apparatus meets ali requirements of the Canadian interference Causing Equipment Regulations Cet appareil num rique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement sur le mat riel brouifleur du Canada E NOTE ON USE OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L UTILISATION dust Avoid high temperatures lapoussi re Keep the set free from moisture water and Prot ger l appareil contre l humidit l eau et Do not let foreign objects in the set Ne pas laisser des objets trangers dans l appareil Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed on a rack Eviter des temp ratures lev es
121. yback mode Decoding and playback are only performed when DTS signals are being input ANALOG exclusive analog audio signal playback mode The signals input to the analog input jacks are played amp EXT IN external decoder input jack selection mode The signals being input to the external decoder input jacks are played without passing through the surround circuitry NOTE Note that noise will be output when CDs or LDs recorded in DTS format are played in the PCM exclusive PCM signal playback or ANALOG exclusive PCM signal playback mode Select the AUTO or DTS mode when playing signals recorded in DTS from a laser disc player or CD player Note on playing a source encoded with DTS Noise may be generated at the beginning of playback and while searching during DTS playback in the AUTO mode If so play in the DTS mode 3 Select the play mode Example Stereo au IND SELECT c e O Main unit Remote control unit X To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters channel volume or tone control press the surround mode button then operate the selector SURROUND MODE zm Main unit Start playback on the selected component For operating instructions refer to the component s manual 5 Adjust the volume MASTER VOLUME O amp The volume level is displayed on the master volume level display Main unit Remote control unit X The

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