Denon AVC-A11XV User manual

AV SURROUND AMPLIFIER
AVC-A11XV
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MODE D’EMPLOI
ISTRUZIONI PER L’USO
INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACION
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
BRUKSANVISNING

CAUTION
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 presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” 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 operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
•DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that this
product, to which this declaration relates, is in
conformity with the following standards:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and
EN61000-3-3.
Following the provisions of 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC
and 93/68/EEC Directive.
•ÜBEREINSTIMMUNGSERKLÄRUNG
Wir erklären unter unserer Verantwortung, daß
dieses Produkt, auf das sich diese Erklärung
bezieht, den folgenden Standards entspricht:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 und
EN61000-3-3.
Entspricht den Verordnungen der Direktive
73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC und 93/68/EEC.
•DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE
Nous déclarons sous notre seule responsabilité
que l’appareil, auquel se réfère cette déclaration,
est conforme aux standards suivants:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 et
EN61000-3-3.
D’après les dispositions de la Directive 73/23/EEC,
89/336/EEC et 93/68/EEC.
•DICHIARAZIONE DI CONFORMITÀ
Dichiariamo con piena responsabilità che questo
prodotto, al quale la nostra dichiarazione si riferisce,
è conforme alle seguenti normative:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 e
EN61000-3-3.
In conformità con le condizioni delle direttive
73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC e 93/68/EEC.
•DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD
Declaramos bajo nuestra exclusiva responsabilidad
que este producto al que hace referencia esta
declaración, está conforme con los siguientes
estándares:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 y
EN61000-3-3.
Siguiendo las provisiones de las Directivas
73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC y 93/68/EEC.
•EENVORMIGHEIDSVERKLARING
Wij verklaren uitsluitend op onze verantwoordelijkheid
dat dit produkt, waarop deze verklaring betrekking
heeft, in overeenstemming is met de volgende
normen:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 en
EN61000-3-3.
Volgens de bepalingen van de Richtlijnen 73/23/EEC,
89/336/EEC en 93/68/EEC.
•ÖVERENSSTÄMMELSESINTYG
Härmed intygas helt på eget ansvar att denna
produkt, vilken detta intyg avser, uppfyller följande
standarder:
EN60065, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 och
EN61000-3-3.
Enligt stadgarna i direktiv 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC
och 93/68/EEC.
NOTE ON USE / HINWEISE ZUM GEBRAUCH /
OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION / NOTE SULL’USO
NOTAS SOBRE EL USO / ALVORENS TE GEBRUIKEN / OBSERVERA
•Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when
installed on a rack.
•Vermeiden Sie hohe Temperaturen.
Beachten Sie, daß eine ausreichend
Luftzirkulation gewährleistet wird, wenn
das Gerät auf ein Regal gestellt wird.
•Eviter des températures élevées
Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur
suffisante lors de l’installation sur une
étagère.
•Evitate di esporre l’unità a temperature alte.
Assicuratevi che ci sia un’adeguata
dispersione del calore quando installate
l’unità in un mobile per componenti audio.
•Evite altas temperaturas
Permite la suficiente dispersión del calor
cuando está instalado en la consola.
•Vermijd hoge temperaturen.
Zorg voor een degelijk hitteafvoer indien het
apparaat op een rek wordt geplaatst.
•Undvik höga temperaturer.
Se till att det finns möjlighet till god
värmeavledning vid montering i ett rack.
•Keep the set free from moisture, water, and
dust.
•Halten Sie das Gerät von Feuchtigkeit,
Wasser und Staub fern.
•Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau
et lapoussière.
•Tenete l’unità lontana dall’umidità,
dall’acqua e dalla polvere.
•Mantenga el equipo libre de humedad, agua
y polvo.
•Laat geen vochtigheid, water of stof in het
apparaat binnendringen.
•Utsätt inte apparaten för fukt, vatten och
damm.
•Do not let foreign objects in the set.
•Keine fremden Gegenstände in das Gerät
kommen lassen.
•Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans
l’appareil.
•E’ importante che nessun oggetto è inserito
all’interno dell’unità.
•No deje objetos extraños dentro del equipo.
•Laat geen vreemde voorwerpen in dit
apparaat vallen.
•Se till att främmande föremål inte tränger in
i apparaten.
•Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
•Gehen Sie vorsichtig mit dem Netzkabel
um.
Halten Sie das Kabel am Stecker, wenn Sie
den Stecker herausziehen.
•Manipuler le cordon d’alimentation avec
précaution.
Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du
cordon.
•Manneggiate il filo di alimentazione con
cura.
Agite per la spina quando scollegate il cavo
dalla presa.
•Maneje el cordón de energía con cuidado.
Sostenga el enchufe cuando desconecte el
cordón de energía.
•Hanteer het netsnoer voorzichtig.
Houd het snoer bij de stekker vast wanneer
deze moet worden aan- of losgekoppeld.
•Hantera nätkabeln varsamt.
Håll i kabeln när den kopplas från el-uttaget.
•Unplug the power cord when not using the
set for long periods of time.
•Wenn das Gerät eine längere Zeit nicht
verwendet werden soll, trennen Sie das
Netzkabel vom Netzstecker.
•Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation
lorsque l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant
de longues périodes.
•Disinnestate il filo di alimentazione quando
avete l’intenzione di non usare il filo di
alimentazione per un lungo periodo di
tempo.
•Desconecte el cordón de energía cuando no
utilice el equipo por mucho tiempo.
•Neem altijd het netsnoer uit het
stopkontakt wanneer het apparaat
gedurende een lange periode niet wordt
gebruikt.
•Koppla ur nätkabeln om apparaten inte
kommer att användas i lång tid.
•Do not let insecticides, benzene, and
thinner come in contact with the set.
•Lassen Sie das Gerät nicht mit Insektiziden,
Benzin oder Verdünnungsmitteln in
Berührung kommen.
•Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides,
du benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.
•Assicuratevvi che l’unità non venga in
contatto con insetticidi, benzolo o solventi.
•No permita el contacto de insecticidas,
gasolina y diluyentes con el equipo.
•Laat geen insektenverdelgende middelen,
benzine of verfverdunner met dit apparaat
in kontakt komen.
•Se till att inte insektsmedel på spraybruk,
bensen och thinner kommer i kontakt med
apparatens hölje.
•Never disassemble or modify the set in any
way.
•Versuchen Sie niemals das Gerät
auseinander zu nehmen oder auf jegliche
Art zu verändern.
•Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil
d’une manière ou d’une autre.
•Non smontate mai, nè modificate l’unità in
nessun modo.
•Nunca desarme o modifique el equipo de
ninguna manera.
•Nooit dit apparaat demonteren of op andere
wijze modifiëren.
•Ta inte isär apparaten och försök inte bygga
om den.
•Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
•Die Belüftungsöffnungen dürfen nicht
verdeckt werden.
•Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.
•Non coprite i fori di ventilazione.
•No obstruya los orificios de ventilación.
•De ventilatieopeningen mogen niet worden
beblokkeerd.
•Täpp inte till ventilationsöppningarna.
* (For sets with ventilation holes)
CAUTION
•The ventilation should not be impeded by covering
the ventilation openings with items, such as
newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc.
•No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
•Please be care the environmental aspects of
battery disposal.
•The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing for use.
•No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall
be placed on the apparatus.
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Getting Started
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Contents
Getting Started
Accessories ·····························································2
Before using····························································2
Cautions on installation ········································2
Cautions on handling·············································2
Preparing the remote control unit ·······················2
Inserting the batteries ···········································3
Operating range of the remote control unit ·······3
Part names and functions
Front panel ····························································3
Display···································································4
Remote control unit ··············································4
Easy Setup and Operation
Easy to setup flow ·················································5
Speaker system layout··········································5
Speaker connections ·············································6
Connecting a DVD player and monitor TV··········7
Auto Setup / Room EQ··········································8
Connecting a microphone ·····································8
Turning on the power ············································9
Starting Auto Setup···············································9
Extra Setup····························································9
Preliminary measurements ·····························9, 10
Speaker system measurement···························10
Check of the measurement result ······················11
About the error message ····································11
Playing a DVD with surround sound ·················11
Connecting Other Sources
Cable indications··················································12
The video conversion function ···························12
On screen display for component video outputs
and HDMI output··················································13
Connecting equipment with HDMI
(High-Definition Multimedia Interface) terminals
[To convert analog video signals
to HDMI signals]···················································13
Connecting a TV tuner ········································13
Connecting a DBS tuner······································13
Connecting the external inputs
(EXT. IN) terminals···············································14
Connecting a video camera component
or video game component··································14
Connecting a DVD recorder ································14
Connecting a VCR ················································15
Connecting a CD player·······································15
Connecting a turntable········································15
Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder········15
Connecting a tape deck·······································16
DENON LINK connections···································16
Connecting equipment with HDMI
(High Definition Multimedia Interface)
terminals ·······························································16
Connecting equipment with DVI
(Digital Visual Interface) terminals·····················17
Connecting IEEE1394 devices ·····························17
Connecting the CONTROL terminals ·················18
Connecting the TRIGGER OUT terminals··········18
Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals
ZONE2 (or ZONE3) pre-out connections·············18
ZONE2 / ZONE3 speaker out connections ·········19
Connecting the pre-out terminals ······················19
Connecting the power supply cord····················19
Basic Operation
Playback
Operating the remote control unit ······················20
Playing the input source······································20
Playback using the external input
(EXT. IN) terminals···············································21
Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)······21
Listening over headphone···································21
Combining the currently playing sound
with the desired image (VIDEO SELECT) ···········21
Switching the surround speakers························21
Checking the currently playing
program source, etc.···········································21
Input mode····················································21, 22
Room EQ function···············································22
Surround
Playing modes for different sources···················23
Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs)
2-channel playback modes··································24
THX surround EX / Home THX cinema mode
•Playing sources recorded in Dolby
Surround in the Home THX cinema
surround mode ··············································24
•To play in the THX surround EX /
Home THX cinema surround mode
for sources recorded in Dolby Digital
or DTS ···························································25
Dolby Digital mode and DTS surround················26
Dolby Pro Logic IIx (Dolby Pro Logic II) mode ··27
DTS NEO:6 mode················································28
The Dolby Headphone·········································28
Memory and call-out functions
(USER MODE function)·······································29
DENON original surround modes
Surround modes and their features ····················29
DSP surround simulation·····································30
Tone control setting
•Adjusting the tone·········································31
•Tone defeat mode ·········································31
Channel level·······················································31
Fader function ·····················································32
Advanced Operation
Remote control unit
Operating DENON audio components··········32, 33
Preset memory ·············································33, 34
Operating a component stored
in the preset memory ···································34, 35
Learning function ················································35
System call····················································35, 36
Punch through·····················································36
Setting the back light’s lighting time···················36
Setting the brightness·········································36
Resetting······················································36, 37
Multi zone music entertainment system ········37
Multi-zone playback using the ZONE2
and ZONE3 PREOUT terminals···························37
Multi-zone playback using
the SPEAKER terminals ······································38
Outputting a program source to an amplifier,
etc., in a ZONE2 room
(ZONE2 SELECT mode) ······································38
Outputting a program source to an amplifier,
etc., in a ZONE3 room
(ZONE3 SELECT mode) ······································38
Remote control unit operations
during multi-source playback·······························39
Other function
Playing Super Audio CDs
with an IEEE1394 cable ······································39
Multi-source recording / playback
•Playing one source while recording another
(REC OUT mode)···········································40
•Recording Dolby Digital
and DTS multi channel sources·····················40
•Dolby Headphone recording··························40
Last function memory·········································40
Initialization of the microprocessor ·····················40
Advanced Setup – Part 1
Navigating through the System Setup Menu···41
On screen display and front display ··················41
Audio Input Setup
Setting the Digital In Assignment ·······················42
Setting the DENON LINK····································42
Setting the EXT. IN Setup ···································42
Setting the Input Function Level·························43
Setting the Function Rename ·····························43
Setting the IEEE1394 Assign························43, 44
Setting the IEEE1394 Auto Function ··················44
Advanced Setup – Part 2
Speaker Setup
Setting the type of speakers·······························53
Setting the low frequency distribution··········53, 54
Setting the Delay Time········································54
Setting the Channel Level·····························54, 55
Setting the Crossover Frequency ·················55, 56
Setting the crossover frequency individually
for the different channels····································56
Selecting the surround speakers
for the different surround modes························56
Settings for using a THX Ultra2
compatible subwoofer ··································56, 57
Surround back speaker position settings············57
Others Setup
Setting the Room EQ Setup ·······························57
Setting the Direct Mode Setup···························58
Setting the MIC Input Select ······························58
Check the parameter···········································58
System setup items
and default values ·······································59 ~ 61
Troubleshooting ···················································62
Additional information································63 ~ 75
Specifications ·······················································76
Video Setup
Setting the HDMI/DVI In Assign ···················44, 45
Setting the Component In Assign·······················45
Setting the Video Convert Mode ························45
Setting the HDMI Out Setup ······························46
Setting the Audio Delay ······································46
Setting the On Screen Display (OSD) ·················46
Advanced Playback
Setting the 2ch Direct / Stereo ···························47
Setting the Dolby Digital Setup···························47
Setting the Auto Surround Mode··················47, 48
Setting the Manual EQ Setup ·····························48
Procedure for copying the “Flat”
correction curve ··················································48
Option Setup
Setting the Channel Setup ··································49
Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment ·····49, 50
Setting the Volume Control·································50
Setting the Trigger Out········································51
ZONE2 and ZONE3 tone control and
channel level setting ···········································51
Setting the Digital Out Assignment···················52
User Memory ······················································52
Setup Lock ··························································52
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Getting Started

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Getting Started Getting Started
Accessories
•Check that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit:
qOperating instructions.......................................1
wService station list.............................................1
ePower supply cord ............................................1
rRemote control unit (RC-995) ...........................1
erty
tR03/AAA alkaline batteries ...............................4
yOmnidirectional microphone.............................1
uList of preset codes..........................................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 supply
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.
•Store these instructions in a safe place.
After reading, store these instructions along with
the warranty in a safe place.
•Note that the illustrations in these instructions
may differ from the actual set for explanation
purposes.
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, 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 supply cord and input/output
connection cords.
•Noise or disturbance tends to occur particularly
when using indoor antennas or 300 Ω/ohms feeder
wires. We recommend using outdoor antennas
and 75 Ω/ohms coaxial cables.
Note:
For heat dispersal, do not install this equipment in
a confined space such as a book case or similar
unit.
Wall
Note
Cautions on handling
•Switching the input function when input
terminals are not connected.
A clicking noise may be produced if the input
function is switched when nothing is connected to
the input terminals. If this happens, either turn
down the MASTER VOLUME control knob or
connect components to the input terminals.
•Muting of PRE OUT terminals and SPEAKER
terminals.
The PRE OUT terminals 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 other-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.
•Whenever the power switch is in the STANDBY
state, the apparatus is still connected on AC line
voltage.
Please be sure to turn off the power switch or
unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a
vacation.
Preparing the remote control unit
The included remote control unit (RC-995) can be used to operate not only the AVC-A11XV 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.
Thank you for choosing the DENON AVC-A11XV Digital Surround A / V amplifier. 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.

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Operating range of the remote control unit
30°
30°
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 be used from a straight distance of approximately 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.
NOTE:
•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.
Part names and functions
Front panel
For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
!5 !4 !3 !2 !0
@4 @5 @6 @7@8 @9#0#1@3@2@1@0!9
!1
q w e r tu i o
#6#5#4 #3#2
y
!6 !7 !8
qPower ON/STANDBY switch..........................(9)
wPower indicator................................................(9)
ePower switch .............................................(9, 40)
rHeadphones jack (PHONES) .........................(21)
tV. AUX INPUT terminals ...............................(14)
ySETUP MIC jack ...............................................(8)
uUSER MODE 1 button ...................................(29)
iUSER MODE 2 button ...................................(29)
oUSER MODE 3 button ...................................(29)
!0 MASTER VOLUME control knob..................(20)
!1 MultEQ XT indicator......................................(22)
!2 Master volume indicator...............................(20)
!3 Display ..............................................................(4)
!4 Remote control sensor....................................(3)
!5 FUNCTION knob ................................(20, 38, 40)
!6 SOURCE button .............................................(20)
!7 ZONE2 SELECT button..................................(38)
!8 ZONE3/REC SELECT button ...................(38, 40)
!9 PURE DIRECT button.....................................(24)
@0 DIRECT/STEREO button................................(24)
@1 STANDARD button................................(26 ~ 28)
@2 HOME THX CINEMA button ...................(24, 25)
@3 7CH STEREO button......................................(30)
@4 DSP SIMULATION button .............................(30)
@5 CH SELECT/ENTER button .................(9, 31, 32)
@6 SURROUND BACK button ............................(25)
@7 SURROUND PARAMETER button ................(24)
@8 TONE DEFEAT button....................................(31)
@9 DIMMER button .............................................(21)
#0 STATUS button ..............................................(21)
#1 ROOM EQ button...........................................(22)
#2 CURSOR button ...............................................(9)
#3 SYSTEM SETUP button ..................................(9)
#4 EXT. IN button................................................(21)
#5 ANALOG button.............................................(22)
#6 INPUT MODE button ...............................(21, 22)
Inserting the batteries
qRemove the remote control unit’s rear cover.
wSet four R03/AAA batteries in the battery
compartment in the indicated direction.
ePut the rear cover back on.
Notes on Batteries:
•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.)
•When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in
the proper direction, following the “<” 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.
•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.
2Motion sensor
The RC-995 remote control is equipped with a motion sensor that activates the backlighting function when it is
picked up and/or handled. Occasionally, you might hear a faint “clicking” sound from within, this is the motion
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Display
u yo!0!1!2!3 i
er t
qw
qInput signal indicator
The respective indicator will light corresponding to
the input signal.
wInput signal channel indicator
The channels included in the input source will light.
This lights when the digital signal is inputted.
eInformation display
This displays the surround mode, function name or
setting value, etc.
rOutput signal channel indicator
The audio channels that can be output light.
tSpeaker indicator
This lights corresponding to the settings of the
surround speakers of the various surround modes.
yDecoder indicator
This lights when each decoder is operating.
uMaster volume indicator
This displays the volume level.
The Setup item number is displayed in System
Setup.
iIEEE1394 indicator
This lights during playback in a IEEE1394
connection.
oMulti (zone) indicator
ZONE3 mode is selected in ZONE3/REC SELECT.
!0 Recording output source indicator
REC OUT mode is selected in ZONE3/REC
SELECT.
!1 DENON LINK indicator
This lights during playback in a DENON LINK
connection.
!2 AL24 indicator
The AL24 indicator lights when the PURE DIRECT,
DIRECT, STEREO, MULTI CH PURE DIRECT,
MULTI CH DIRECT, MULTI CH IN mode is selected
in the PCM input signal.
!3 Input mode indicator
This lights corresponding to the setting of the input
mode.
Remote control unit
For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
RC-995
Mode selector buttons
.................................(20, 32)
Input source button
.................................(20, 32)
Surround mode button
.................................(20, 32)
System buttons...(32 ~ 35)
System buttons ...........(39)
Power buttons ...............(9)
Tuner system buttons
.......................................(33)
ROOM EQ button ........(22)
SYSTEM SETUP button
.........................................(9)
System buttons...(32 ~ 35)
Tuner system buttons
.......................................(32)
VIDEO SELECT button
.......................................(21)
Input mode selector
buttons....................(21, 22)
Remote control signal
transmitter......................(3)
Number/SYSTEM CALL
button......................(20, 32)
Cursor buttons...............(9)
ON SCREEN button
.................................(21, 25)
CH SELECT/ENTER button
............................(9, 31, 32)
Master volume control
buttons....................(20, 39)
Muting button .......(21, 39)
SURROUND PARAMETER
button............................(24)
TEST TONE button......(55)
SPEAKER button ..........(21)
NOTE:
•With the AVC-A11XV, the “Z4”, “VCR4”, “AUX”, “RDS”, “M.SEL” and “SCALE” buttons cannot be used.
•The AVC-A11XV’s 7CH STEREO surround mode can be operated using the “9CH” button.
•For instructions on setting the remote control unit back light’s lighting time ( page 36).

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•This section contains the basic steps necessary to configure the AVC-A11XV according to your listening room
environment and the source equipment and loudspeakers you are using.
•For optimum performance, we recommend using the Auto Setup function.
•If you wish, you can set the various settings manually without using Auto Setup ( page 53 ~ 57).
Placing the speakers
Connecting the speakers
Connecting a monitor
and a DVD player
Starting the Auto Setup
Playing a DVD
with surround sound
Connecting a microphone
Preliminary measurement
The measurement of the speakers
in the main listening position
The measurement of the speakers
in the 2nd to 8th listening position
Check of the measurement result
1) Measuring the background noise (noise in the room)
2) Determining whether or not speakers are connected
3) Checking the polarities of the speakers
1) Speaker Configuration
2) Delay Time
3) Channel Level
4) Crossover Frequency
5) Room EQ
Easy to setup flow
Auto setup flow
Store the measurement result in the memory
Speaker system layout
2Basic system layout (For a THX Ultra2 system)
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 speaker systems
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 screen as possible.
Two surround back speakers are required to use the THX Ultra2 Cinema,THX Music mode and THX Games mode.
Set the surround back speakers so that the distance to the listening position is the same for both the left and
right speakers. It is also recommended that the deviations of the distance from the listening position to L and R
channel speakers (front left (FL) and front right (FR), surround left (SL) and surround right (SR), surround back left
(SBL) and surround back right (SBR)) is less than 60 cm (2 ft).
With the AVC-A11XV it is also possible to use the surround speaker selector function to choose the best layout
for a variety of sources and surround modes.
2Surround speaker selector function
This function makes it possible to achieve the optimum sound fields for different sources by switching
between two systems of surround speakers (A and B). The settings of the different speakers (A only, B only
or A+B) are stored in the memory for the different surround modes, so they are set automatically when the
surround mode is selected.
AA
BB
AA
BB
SB SB SB SB
Using A only
(Multi surround speaker system)
Using B only
(Single surround speaker system)
( SB : Surround back speakers)
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Speaker connections
•Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers
making sure that like polarities are matched (<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, take care that none of
the individual conductors of the speaker cable come
in contact with adjacent terminals, with other
speaker cable conductors, or with the rear panel.
NOTE:
NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the
power is on. Doing so could result in electric
shocks.
2Speaker Impedance
•Speakers with an impedance of from 6 to 16 Ω/ohms
can be connected for use as front, center, surround
and surround back speakers.
•Be careful when using two pairs of surround
speakers (A + B) at the same time, since use of
speakers with an impedance of less than 8 Ω/ohms
will lead to damage.
•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 are connected.
Connecting the speaker cables
1. Loosen by turning
counterclockwise.
2. Insert the cable.
3. Tighten by turning
clockwise.
Either tightly twist or terminate the
core wires.
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 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,
and 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 Ω/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.
2Connections
•The AVC-A11XV can be configured for 10 speaker playback using two pairs of surround speakers (A+B) and one
pair of surround back speakers as shown below.
•The output of each power amplifier can be assigned to any desired channel to best suit the application.
For details, refer to “Setting the Channel Setup” and “Setting the Power Amplifier Assignment” ( page 49,
50).
•When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
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><
><
>< >< <><>
<>
IN
(L)
(R)
(R) (R) (L)(L)
(L)
(R)
Connection terminal
for subwoofer with
built-in amplifier
(subwoofer), etc.
Surround
left speaker
(A)
Subwoofer
Front
right speaker
•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 speaker’s magnetism. If this should happen,
move the speaker away to a position where it
does not have this effect.
Surround
left speaker (B)
Surround back
left speaker
NOTE:
•When using only one surround back speaker,
connect it to left channel.
Front
left speaker
Center
speaker
Surround back
right speaker
Surround
right speaker (B)
Surround
right speaker
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Connecting a DVD player and monitor TV
DVD player
S VIDEO
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
OPTICAL
OUT
HDMI
OUT
R
L
R
L
H
J
I
A
C
D
L
Monitor TV
S VIDEO
IN
VIDEO
IN
COMPONENT VIDEO IN
Y
PB
PR
HDMI
IN
H
J
I
L
•To connect the video output from the DVD player to the AVC-A11XV, you only need to choose one connection
type. Component video connection offers the best quality (and is required for progressive DVD playback),
followed by S-Video, while composite video offers the lowest picture quality of the three connection types. For
more information about the video up conversion function ( page 12).
•The AVC-A11XV is equipped with HDMI connectors, so it can be connected to a DVD player or monitor TV using
an HDMI cable. To connect it to a DVD player using a DVI-D cable ( page 17).
•To connect the digital audio output from the DVD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical
connections. If you choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about
Digital Input Assignment ( page 42).
•The AVC-A11XV is equipped with another set of input terminals for a non-DVD Video Disc Player (such as laser
disc, VCD/SVCD, or future high definition disc player). The above connection guidelines for DVD also apply to
the VDP input.
•For best picture quality (especially with progressive DVD and other high definition sources) choose the
component video connection to your monitor TV. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided if your
TV does not have component video inputs.
Audio signal flow is shown with white arrows, white video signal flow is shown with gray arrows.
NOTE:
•The component video input and/or output jacks may be labeled differently on some TVs, monitors or video
components (Y, PB, PR; Y, CB, CR; Y, B-Y, R-Y). Check the owner’s manuals for other components for further
information.
•The COMPONENT MONITOR OUT-1 and the COMPONENT MONITOR OUT-2 can be used simultaneously.
•Audio signals are only output from the HDMI monitor out terminal when audio signals are input to the HDMI
input terminal.
•When connecting the AVC-A11XV and DVD player using an HDMI cable, also connect the AVC-A11XV and
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The Auto Setup and Room EQ function of this unit
performs an analysis of the speaker system and
measures the acoustic characteristics of your room to
permit an appropriate automatic setting.
The AVC-A11XV’s Audyssey MultEQ XT function has
the feature that it provides the optimum listening
environment at all listening positions in the home
theater, where there are often multiple listeners
viewing programs together. To achieve this, it is first
necessary to use a microphone to measure test tones
generated from the different speakers at the various
listening positions. All this measured data is analyzed
with a unique method to comprehensively improve
acoustic characteristics in the listening area. For
optimum effectiveness, measurements should be
performed at six or more points. Move the
microphone successively within the listening area
surrounded by the speakers as shown on the diagram
below to measure the test tones. When listening to
music or viewing movies with the whole family, move
the microphone successively to the different positions
in which the members of the family sit (“ ” on the
diagram indicates the points of installation) and
measure repeatedly (Example q). Even if the number
of people using the home theater is small, taking
multiple measurements at or near the listening
positions makes it possible to correct the sound more
effectively (Example w).
The AVC-A11XV’s Room EQ function offers three
correction curves: “Audyssey”, “Front” and “Flat”.
These can be selected after performing the auto setup
procedure. Details of the different correction curves
are described below.
•Audyssey:
This adjusts the frequency response of all speakers
to correct the effects of room acoustics.
•Front:
This adjusts the characteristics of each speaker to
the characteristics of the front speakers.
•Flat:
This the frequency response of all speakers flat.
This is suitable for multi-channel music reproduction,
from discrete music sources such as Dolby Digital
5.1, DTS, DVD-Audio and Super Audio CD.
Example: w
*M
Example: q
*M
Auto Setup / Room EQ
2About the main listening position
(*M)
The main listening position is the point where a
listener sits most often or the listening position when
only one person is listening. Measurements on the
AVC-A11XV start from this point. Correction for the
speaker distance (“Delay Time”) is set based on this
point.
Connecting a microphone
1Connect the optional microphone for
Auto Setup to the SETUP MIC jack on
the front panel of the unit.
2Mount the auto setup microphone onto
a camera tripod, etc., and place it at ear
height at the main listening position in
the listening room with the sound
receptor facing the ceiling.
Microphone
AMP
ON
SETUP
ENTER
CURSOR
ON/STANDBY
POWER
CURSOR
SETUP
ENTER SETUP MIC
NOTE:
•Do not disconnect the microphone until the
settings are completed.
•Do not change the connection of speakers or the
subwoofer’s volume after performing these
measurements.
When placing the microphone, adjust the height
so that the microphone’s sound receptor is at the
height of the ears of the listener.
Be sure that at the beginning, the measurement
is started with the microphone set up at the main
listening position.
It is not possible to measure properly if there are
any obstacles between the speakers and
microphone. Check that there are no obstacles.
Please do not stand between or near the
speakers and the microphone during the
measurements.
•To make the Speaker system settings without using
the Auto Setup function ( page 53 ~ 57).
•When performing Auto Setup, an optional
microphone is required for setup.
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Starting Auto Setup
2Press the CURSOR DDor HHbutton to
select the “Auto Setup / Room EQ”,
then press the ENTER button.
•Display the “Auto Setup / Room EQ” menu
screen.
3Press the CURSOR DDor HHbutton to
select the “Auto Setup”, then press the
ENTER button.
•Display the “Auto Setup” screen.
1Press the SETUP button.
•Display the “System Setup Menu”.
The message “Connect Microphone” is
displayed if no microphone is connected. If so,
connect the auto setup microphone.
1
2
Press the CURSOR DDor HHbutton to
select the “Extra Setup”, then press the
CURSOR FFbutton.
•Switch to the “Extra Setup” screen.
Extra Setup
The AVC-A11XV has seven available amplifier
channels, some of which can be assigned for
powering speakers in ZONE2 and ZONE3, depending
on the speaker system complement in the main room.
If this functionality is not needed, skip this “Extra
Setup” procedure and proceed to “Preliminary
Measurements” ( page 9, 10).
Press the CURSOR DDor HHbutton to
choose the setting you want to change,
then press the ENTER button.
•Switch to the setting screen.
For instructions on making the “Channel Setup”
settings ( page 49).
For instructions on making the “Setting the
Power Amplifier Assignment” settings (
page 49, 50).
The speakers measured with this Auto Setup
procedure are based on the setting of these
“Channel Setup” and “Power Amp Assign”
functions.
4Press the ON/STANDBY switch on the
main unit or ON button on the remote
control unit.
•When pressed, the power turns on and the
display lights.
•When pressed again, the power turns off,
the standby mode is set and the display
turns off.
5Press the AMP button to select the
“AMP” (only when operating with the
remote control unit).
3Press the POWER switch.
£OFF:
The power turns off and indicator is off.
In this position, the power cannot be turned on and
off from the remote control unit.
¢ON:
The power turns on and the power indicator lights.
Set the POWER switch to this position to turn the
power on and off from the included remote control
unit.
1Turn on your subwoofer.
2Turn on your monitor (TV).
Turning on the power
Set the volume to halfway and set the crossover
frequency to the maximum or Low pass filter off
if your subwoofer can adjust the output volume
and the crossover frequency.
Some subwoofers have a standby mode. Be sure
to turn this function off before performing the
Auto Setup procedure.
The sound is muted for several seconds, after
which the unit operates normally.
Whenever the ON/STANDBY button is in the
standby state, the apparatus is still connected to
the AC line voltage. Please be sure to turn off the
POWER switch or unplug the cord when you
leave home for, say, a vacation.
3
4
Once the settings are completed, press
the ENTER button at the each setting
screen.
•The “Extra Setup” menu reappears.
Press the CURSOR DDor HHbutton to
select the “Exit”, then press the ENTER
button.
•Return to the “Auto Setup” screen.
The screen shown at the below appears once the
preliminary measurements are completed.
Preliminary Measurements
•This procedure is used to automatically determine
the background noise, whether or not speakers are
connected, and the polarities of the connected
speakers.
•To avoid affecting the measurements, turn off the
air-conditioner or any other device that makes noise
and take the measurements with the room as quiet
as possible.
1Press the CURSOR DDor HHbutton to
select the “Start”, then press the
CURSOR FFbutton.
•Start the preliminary measurements.
2Press the ENTER button.
•Switch to the “Speaker Detect Check”
screen.
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4If the check ends, press the ENTER
button again.
3Check the results of the speaker
detection, then press the ENTER button.
•Switch to the second screen.
[ Second screen ]
NOTE:
•If the results are not as expected or if an error
message is displayed, select “Retry” and
perform the measurements again. (For details on
the error messages ( page 11).)
If the results of remeasurement are still not as
expected or if an error message is displayed, turn
off the power switch and check the speaker
connections. Then start the measurements again
from the beginning.
•Measurement is cancelled when MASTER
VOLUME is operated while the Auto Setup is
performed.
Speaker system measurement
With these measurements, the “Speaker
Configuration”, “Delay Time”, “Channel Level”,
“Crossover Frequency” and “Room EQ” are analyzed
automatically. The main listening position is measured
first, so leave the microphone where it is.
1Press the CURSOR DDor HHbutton to
select the “OK Start”, then press the
CURSOR FFbutton.
•Measurements for the first point start.
The screen shown at the below appears once the
measurements for the main listening position are
completed.
2Next the measurements for the second
point will be taken.
3Press the CURSOR FFbutton.
•Measurements for the second point start.
Place the microphone at the second listening
position. For instructions on the position in which
the microphone should be placed ( page 8).
4Perform step 2, 3 repeatedly.
5After measuring at the number of
points according to your listening
environment, press the CURSOR DDor HH
button to select the “Calculate”, then
press the CURSOR FFbutton.
•The speaker system is analyzed.
The amount of time required for the analysis
depends on the number of speakers and the
number of measuring points. The greater the
number of speakers and measuring points, the
longer the time required. For example, for ten
speaker systems and 6 measuring points, the
calculations require approximately 6 minutes.
Measurements can be ended when there are 5
or less measurement locations; however, to
obtain better results, measurements at 6 or
more locations is recommended.
Once the calculations are completed, a screen
for confirming the results of the measurements
appears.
The more measurement points, the better the
resulting room correction effect. We recommend
a minimum of 6 measurement points – 8
measurement points provides the best room
correction effect.

Measures
Cause
Screen example
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Check of the measurement result
The results of the measured items can be checked.
1Press the CURSOR DDor HHbutton to
select the items, then press the ENTER
button.
•Switch to the verification screen.
2Press the ENTER button.
•Switch to the second screen.
[ First screen ]
[ Second screen ]
3If the check ends, press the ENTER
button again.
•Sometimes due to the electrical complexities of
subwoofers and the interaction with the room, THX
recommends setting the level and the distance of
the subwoofer manually.
•Sometimes due to interaction with the room, you
may notice irregular results when setting the level
and/or distance of the main speakers. If this
happens, THX recommends setting them manually.
•Please note that any THX main speakers should be
set to Small (80 Hz). If you set up your speakers
using Auto Setup, please make sure manually that
any THX speakers are set to Small with 80 Hz
crossover.
NOTE:
•Do not turn off the power while the data is being
stored. If the power is turned off while the data
is being stored, the Room EQ parameters stored
in the memory will be cleared, and it will not be
possible to select the “Audyssey”, “Front” or
“Flat” equalizer settings.
5Press the CURSOR FFbutton.
•After the data is stored, the “Auto Setup /
Room EQ” menu screen appears
automatically.
Example: Speaker Config. Check •When measurements have been made using the
measurement microphone, speakers with a built-in
filter such as subwoofers might be set with a value
that differs from the physical distance because of
the internal electrical delay.
About the error message
These error messages will be displayed when
performing the measurements of Auto Setup and the
automatic measurements can not be completed
because of the speaker arrangement, measurement
environment, or other factors. Please check the
following matters, reset the pertinent items, and
measure again. Be sure to turn off the AVC-A11XV’s
power before checking the speaker connections.
qThe speakers required for producing
suitable reproduction have not been
detected.
•The front L and front R speakers were not
properly detected.
•Only one channel of the surround (A) and
surround (B) speakers was detected.
•Sound was output from the R channel
when only one surround back speaker was
connected.
•The surround back or the surround (B)
speaker was detected, but the surround
(A) speaker was not detected.
If multiple errors occur, press the CURSOR
FFor GGbutton to check the contents.
•Check that the pertinent speakers
are properly connected.
wThe speaker polarity is connected in
reverse.
If multiple errors occur, press the CURSOR
FFor GGbutton to check the contents.
•Check the polarity of the
pertinent speakers.
•For some speakers, the screen
below may be displayed even
though the speakers are properly
connected.
If so, select “Skip
0 ”.
eThere is too much ambient noise in the
room and the measurements cannot be
made accurately.
rThe sound level that is output from the
speakers and/or subwoofer is too low.
•Either turn off the power of the
device that generated the noise
during the measurements or
move the device away.
•Try again at a time when it is
quieter.
•Check the placement and
orientation of the loudspeakers.
•Adjust the subwoofer’s output
level.
tThe measurement microphone is not
connected, or all of speakers have not
been detected.
•Connect the measurement
microphone to the microphone
connector.
•Check the speaker connection.
Playing a DVD with surround sound
1Disconnect the microphone from the
unit.
2Select the input source to be played.
3Select the play mode.
4
5Adjust the volume.
Start DVD playback.
Store:
Set with the checked measurement value.
All parameters are stored up.
Cancel:
Cancel the auto setup settings.
4Press the CURSOR DDor HHbutton to
select whether or not to save the data
you have checked.
Example: Speaker Config. Check

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Cable indications
Signal direction
Audio and Video cable
The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cables (not
supplied).
Video cableAudio cable
NOTE:
•Do not plug in the Power supply cord until all connections have been completed.
•When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
•Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right).
•Note that binding pin-plug cables together with Power supply cords or placing them near a power
transformer will result in generating hum or other noise.
Analog terminal (Stereo)
A
R
L
R
L
(Orange)
Pin-plug cable
Analog terminal (Monaural, for subwoofer)
B
Pin-plug cable
Digital terminal (Coaxial)
C
Coaxial cable (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug cable)
Digital terminal (Optical)
D
Optical cable (Optical fiber cable)
DENON LINK terminal
E
DENON LINK cable
IEEE1394 terminal
F
4-pin, S400 IEEE1394 cable
Speaker terminal
G
Speaker cable
Video terminal
H
Video cable (75 Ω/ohms video pin-plug cable)
S video terminal
I
S video cable
DVI-D terminal
K
24-pin DVI-D cable
HDMI terminal
L
HDMI cable
(Yellow)
Audio signal
Video signal
(White)
(Red)
Component video terminal
J
Component video cable
(Y)
(PB/CB)
(PR/CR)
(Green)
(Blue)
(Red)
IN OUT OUT IN
IN OUT OUT IN
The AVC-A11XV is equipped with a function for up and
down converting video signals.
Because of this, the AVC-A11XV’s MONITOR OUT
terminal can be connected to the monitor (TV) with a
set of cables offering a higher quality connection,
regardless of how the player and the AVC-A11XV’s
video input terminals are connected.
Generally speaking, analog video connections using
the component video terminals offer the highest
quality playback, followed by connections using the S-
Video terminals, then connections using the regular
video terminals (yellow).
The flow of the video signals.
This unit’s
input terminals
This unit’s output
terminals
(Component
Video terminals)
(S-Video terminal)
(Video terminal)
The video conversion function
2The analog video to HDMI
conversion function:
•The AVC-A11XV’s video up-conversion function lets
you output analog video input signals (component –
480i/576i, 480p/576p, 1080i or 720p; S-Video and
composite video - 480i/576i) to the HDMI monitor
output terminal with the original resolution.
•The on screen display signals are output from the
HDMI monitor output terminal with a resolution of
480i/576i. Because of this, if the monitor equipped
with HDMI terminal is compatible with the 480i/576i
resolution, all the signals the AVC-A11XV handles
can be output to the monitor with a single HDMI
cable. The resolutions with which the monitor is
compatible can be checked using the STATUS button
on the main unit or the ON SCREEN button on the
remote control unit.
(HDMI / DVI-D
terminals)
: only MAIN ZONE 480i/576i
NOTE:
•It is not possible to down-convert from HDMI and
DVI-D input signals to the component, S-Video or
composite video monitor output terminals.
•Video down conversion to the MAIN ZONE’s
monitor output is only possible when the
component video input resolution is 480i
(interlaced standard definition video – NTSC
format, for North America) or 576i (interlaced
standard definition video – PAL format, for Europe
and other countries).
•To change the setting of the video conversion
mode for the MAIN ZONE ( page 45).
Connecting Other Sources
(HDMI
terminal)
(Component
Video terminals)
(S-Video terminal)
(Video terminal)
Connecting Other Sources
•If the monitor equipped with HDMI terminal is not
compatible with the 480i/576i resolution, connect
the player and the AVC-A11XV using a component
cable and set the player’s resolution to one which
the monitor can handle.
•If you do not want to use the function for converting
analog video signals to HDMI signals, select “OFF”
for “Analog to HDMI Convert” at “Setting the HDMI
Out Setup”( page 46).
In this case, the function for video up conversion to
the component video terminal operates.
NOTE:
•Connecting a LD (laser disc) player with a Dolby Digital RF Output.
The AVC-A11XV does not have a DD RF demodulator function. Therefore, you need to use a commercially
available outboard DD RF demodulator and connect its digital output to one of the AVC-A11XV available
digital inputs. Refer to the demodulator’s owner’s manual for further information.

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Connecting a TV tuner
H
I
A
TV
S VIDEO
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
OPTICAL
OUT
R
L
R
L
J
D
•For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your TV. S-video and composite video
outputs are also provided if your TV does not have component video inputs.
•To connect the digital audio output from the TV, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections.
If you choose to use the coaxial connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input
Assignment ( page 42).
Connecting a DBS tuner
DBS / BS Tuner
S VIDEO
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
OUT
R
L
R
L
H
I
A
D
C
•For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your DBS tuner. S-video and composite
video outputs are also provided. If you choose to use the component video connection, it needs to be assigned.
For more information about Component Input Assignment ( page 45).
•To connect the digital audio output from the DBS tuner, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical
connections. If you choose to use the coaxial or the optical connection, if needs to be assigned. For more
information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 42).
On screen display for component video outputs and HDMI output
•When viewing component video signals or HDMI signals via the AVC-A11XV, the on screen display is displayed
on the monitor when the “System Setup” operations are performed and when the remote control unit’s ON
SCREEN button is operated.
•To view the on screen display using an HDMI monitor, set “Analog to HDMI Convert” at “HDMI Out Setup”
to “ON” (default).
•When only component video signals are input to the AVC-A11XV or when “Component” is selected at the
“Setting the Video Convert Mode”, the characters of the on screen display are not displayed over the picture.
Connecting equipment with HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
terminals [To convert analog video signals to HDMI signals]
Monitor TV
HDMI
IN
DVD player
S VIDEO
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
OPTICAL
OUT
L
R
L
R
L
H
J
I
A
C
D
•The AVC-A11XV is equipped with a function for converting analog video signals into HDMI signals.
You can do this by either a component or a video or a S-video connection.
•Audio signals are not output from the HDMI monitor output terminal, so also make analog or digital audio
connections. To play sound using digital audio connections, assign the digital terminal (coaxial or optical) at
“Setting the Digital In Assign” ( page 42).
NOTE:
•Use an HDMI monitor compatible with an HDMI input resolution of 480i or 576i.
•If your monitor is not equipped with an HDMI terminal, connect the AVC-A11XV to the monitor using the
component video, S-Video, or composite video terminals.

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Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals
DVD Audio-Video /
Super Audio CD Player /
External decoder
R
SURROUND
BACK
L
R
SURROUND
L
R
FRONT
L
7.1ch AUDIO OUT
CENTER
SUB-
WOOFER
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
B
A
B
A
R
L
R
L
A
•These terminals 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, or a multi-channel Super Audio CD player,
or other future multi-channel sound format decoder.
•The method of video signal connection is the same as that for DVD player ( page 7).
•For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals ( page 21).
•Playback using the DENON LINK connector Digital transfer and multi-channel playback of DVD audio discs and
other multi-channel sources is possible by connecting the AVC-A11XV to a DENON DVD player equipped with
a DENON LINK connector using the connection cable included with the DVD player.
•With discs on which special copyright protection measures have been taken, however, the digital signals may
not be output from the DVD player. In this case, connect the DVD player’s analog multi-channel output to the
AVC-A11XV’s EXT. IN terminals for playback. Also refer to your DVD player’s operating instructions.
Connecting a video camera component or video game component
Video camera /
Video game
S VIDEO
OUT
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
OPTICAL
OUT
R
L
R
L
H
I
A
D
Connecting a DVD recorder
DVD recorder
S VIDEO
OUT
S VIDEO
IN
R
L
AUDIO IN
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
IN
OPTICAL
IN
OPTICAL
OUT
R
L
R
L
H
H
I
I
A
R
L
R
L
A
D
D
COMPONENT VIDEO OUT
Y
PB
PR
J
•For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your DVD recorder. S-video and composite
video outputs are also provided. If you choose to use the component video connection, it needs to be assign.
For more information about Component Input Assignment ( page 45).
•If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital sources, such as a DVD recorder to an analog recorder
such as a cassette deck, you will needs connect analog inputs and outputs as shown below, in addition to the
digital audio connections.
NOTE:
•When recording to DVD recorder, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source
equipment be the same type that is connected to the AVC-A11XV VCR-1 (to 3) OUTPUT terminal.
(Example) VCR-1 IN →S-video cable : VCR-1 OUT →S-video cable
VCR-1 IN →video cable : VCR-1 OUT →video cable
•Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 2 OUT terminal on the AVC-
A11XV’s rear panel to any terminal other than the OPTICAL 2 IN terminal.

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Connecting a VCR
Video deck
S VIDEO
IN
R
L
AUDIO IN
R
L
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO
IN
S VIDEO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
R
L
R
L
H
I
H
I
A
R
L
R
L
A
•There are three sets of video deck (VCR) terminals, so three video decks can be connected for simultaneous
recording or video copying.
NOTE:
•When recording to VCR, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source equipment be
the same type that is connected to the AVC-A11XV VCR-1 (to 3) OUTPUT terminal.
(Example) VCR-2 IN →S-video cable : VCR-2 OUT →S-video cable
VCR-2 IN →video cable : VCR-2 OUT →video cable
•Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 3 OUT terminal on the AVC-
A11XV’s rear panel to any terminal other than the OPTICAL 3 IN terminal.
Connecting a CD player
R
L
AUDIO OUT
CD player
COAXIAL
OUT
OPTICAL
OUT
R
L
R
L
A
C
D
•To connect the digital audio output from the CD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical
connections. If you choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about
Digital Input Assignment ( page 42).
Connecting a turntable
AUDIO OUT
GND
Turntable
R
L
A
•You can connect the turntable (MM cartridge) to the PHONO terminals.
NOTE:
•The phono input can accept signals from moving magnet (MM) and high output moving coil (MC) phono
cartridges. If your turntable is equipped with a low output MC cartridge, you will need to use a separate MC
head amplifier or step-up MC transformer.
•If humming or other noise is generated when the ground wire is connected, disconnect the ground wire.
Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder
R
L
AUDIO IN
R
L
AUDIO OUT
CD recorder /
MD recorder
OPTICAL
OUT
OPTICAL
IN
R
L
R
L
A
R
L
R
L
A
D
D
•If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital source, such as a CD or MD recorder to an analog recorder
such as a cassette deck, you will need to connect analog inputs and outputs as shown below, in addition to the
digital audio connections.
NOTE:
•Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 4 OUT terminal on the AVC-
A11XV’s rear panel to any terminal other than the OPTICAL 4 IN terminal.
Turntable
(MM cartridge)

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Connecting a tape deck
R
L
AUDIO IN
R
L
AUDIO OUT
Tape deck
R
L
R
L
A
R
L
R
L
A
DENON LINK connections
DVD player
DENON
LINK
E
•High quality digital sound with reduced digital signal transfer loss can be enjoyed by connecting a separately
sold DENON LINK compatible DVD player.
•Digital transfer and multi-channel playback of DVD Audio discs and other multi-channel sources is possible by
connecting the AVC-A11XV to a DENON DVD player equipped with a DENON LINK connector using the
connection cable included with the DVD player.
•When a DENON DVD player and the DENON LINK have been connected, be sure to make a setting to “DENON
LINK” with the System Setup Digital In Assignment ( page 42).
2DENON LINK 3rd Edition
Super Audio CDs have certain rules for digital signal transfer designed to protect copyrights. In order to receive
permission for the transfer of the multi-channel digital signals of Super Audio CDs, DENON has proposed to
Super Audio CD licensors and content holders the DENON LINK (3rd Edition), and approval procedures are now
underway. Once these approval procedures are completed and official approval for the digital transfer of Super
Audio CD signals with DENON LINK is received, it will be possible to transfer the digital signals of Super Audio
CDs to the AVC-A11XV from players equipped with DENON LINK (3rd Edition).
Connecting equipment with HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
terminals
DVD player
HDMI
OUT
Monitor TV
HDMI
IN
L
L
•A simple 1-cable connection (using a commercially available cable) with a device having an HDMI (High-
Definition Multimedia Interface) connector allows digital transfer of the digital images of DVD video and other
sources, and the multi-channel sound of DVD Audio and DVD Video.
•To provide audio output from AVC-A11XV’s audio output connector, select “Amp” at the System Setup.
To provide audio output from the TV, select “TV” at the System Setup. For details, see “Setting the HDMI/DVI
In Assign” ( page 44, 45).
CC
DVD Video
Input signals
LINEAR PCM
DTS
Dolby Digital
DVD Audio
CC
LINEAR PCM
PACKED PCM
(with CPPM /
without CPPM)
CC
CC
CC
CD LINEAR PCM
EE
Super Audio CD
Multi area
CD area
Stereo area EE
CC
2Copyright Protection System
To play back the digital video and audio of DVD video
and DVD audio through an HDMI/DVI-D connection,
both the connected player and monitor are required to
support a copyright protection system called HDCP
(High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection System).
HDCP is copy protection technology that comprises
data encryption and authentication of the partner
equipment.
The AVC-A11XV supports HDCP. Please see the
user’s manual of your video display for more
information about this.
NOTE:
•The audio signals on the multi/stereo area of Super Audio CDs are not output. If the Super Audio CD is a
hybrid CD, only the audio signals in the CD area are output.
•Use a compatible player to play DVD Audio discs that are copyright protected by CPPM.
•Among the devices that support HDMI, some devices can control other devices via the HDMI connector;
however, the AVC-A11XV cannot be controlled by another device via the HDMI connector.
•The audio signals from the HDMI connector (including the sampling frequency and bit length) may be
limited by the equipment that is connected.
•The video signals are not output properly if a device not compatible with HDCP is used.
•Use an HDMI monitor compatible with an HDMI input resolution of 480i or 576i.
•The video signals input from the HDMI or DVI-D input terminals are output to the HDMI monitor with their
original resolution, so the image will not be displayed if the resolutions of the input signal and the monitor
being used are not matched. In this case, change the setting of the resolution on the source device (player)
to one which the monitor can handle.
•For stable signal transfer, we recommend using cables that are a maximum of 5 meters in length.
The AVC-A11XV is HDMI Ver. 1.1 compatible.
•With discs on which special copyright protection measures have been taken, however, the digital signals may
not be output from the DVD player. In this case, connect the DVD player’s analog multi-channel output to the
AVC-A11XV’s EXT. IN terminals for playback.
Also refer to your DVD player’s operating instructions.

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Connecting equipment with DVI (Digital Visual Interface) terminals
DVD player
Monitor TV
HDMI
IN
DVI-D
OUT
COAXIAL
OUT
OPTICAL
OUT
K
L
D
C
R
L
AUDIO OUT
R
L
R
L
A
•Connection with equipment that has a DVI (Digital Visual Interface)-D connector permits the transfer of digital
images. Make an analog or digital audio connection also.
NOTE:
•Commercially-available DVI cables are available in 24-pin and 29-pin types. The AVC-A11XV supports the
24-pin DVI-D cable.
•The AVC-A11XV supports HDCP. Use an HDCP-compatible HDMI monitor.
•When connecting via a DVI-D cable, no digital audio will be output from the HDMI Monitor Out connector.
•If your digital TV monitor only supports DVI-D, please obtain and use an HDMI-DVI conversion cable or adaptor,
available from your dealer.
2Connections with an HDMI/DVI-D conversion cable (adapter)
•The HDMI video stream signals (video signals) are theoretically compatible with DVI-D. When connecting to a
monitor, etc., equipped with DVI-D terminals, it is possible to connect using an HDMI/DVI-D conversion cable,
but depending on the combination of devices used the image might not be output.
•When using an HDMI/DVI-D conversion adapter, the image may not be output properly due to poor contact with
the connected cable, etc..
•For stable signal transfer, we recommend using cables that are a maximum of 5 meters in length.
Connecting IEEE1394 devices
DVD player
IEEE1394
F
•For the digital transfer of signals from Super Audio CDs and DVD-Audio discs, connect using an IEEE1394
cable. For instructions on playing Super Audio CDs ( page 39).
•Assign the IEEE1394 input the input source. For details, see “Setting the IEEE1394 Assign” ( page 43, 44).
•IEEE1394 network
qUp to 17 devices can be connected using daisy chain type connections.
wUp to 63 devices can be connected using tree type connections.
Do not loop the connections.
e“LINK CHECK” is displayed when an input source to which an IEEE1394 is assigned is selected and
connection to the IEEE1394 device is being checked.
rIf the connection is looped, “LOOP CONNECT” is displayed. Check the connections and undo the loop.
NOTE:
•The AVC-A11XV will not operate when connected to equipment other than that conforming to “IEEE1394
AUDIO (A&M protocol)” standards or when connected to computer peripherals.
Also please note that operation is not guaranteed even when connected to IEEE1394-compatible
equipment. Whether or not data and control signals can be sent and received between interconnected
IEEE1394-compatible equipment depends on the functions of the different equipment. Please read the
operating instructions of the equipment to be connected.
•Use an S400-compatible 4-pin IEEE1394 cable to connect.
•Video signals are not transferred with the AVC-A11XV’s IEEE1394 interface, so when connecting a video
device connect the video signals as well.