Denon AVC-S660H User manual

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AVC-S660H
INTEGRATED NETWORK AV AMPLIFIER
Owner’s Manual
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Accessories 8
Inserting the batteries 9
Operating range of the remote control unit 9
Features 10
High quality sound 10
High performance 10
Easy operation 14
Part names and functions 15
Front panel 15
Display 18
Rear panel 20
Remote control unit 23
Connections
Speaker installation 27
Connecting speakers 29
Before connecting speakers 29
Standard connection 32
Connecting a TV 33
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 34
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 35
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 36
Connecting a playback device 37
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 38
Connecting a media player 39
Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player or DVD player 40
Connecting a game console or player device compatible with the
8K 41
Connecting a turntable 42
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 43
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 44
Wired LAN 44
Wireless LAN 45
Connecting the power cord 46
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Playback
Basic operation 48
Turning the power on 48
Selecting the input source 48
Adjusting the volume 49
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 49
Playback a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player 49
Playing a USB memory device 50
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 51
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 54
Playing music from Bluetooth device 55
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 56
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 57
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 58
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 59
Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 60
Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones 60
Listening to Internet Radio 61
Listening to Internet Radio 62
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 63
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 64
Getting the HEOS App 67
HEOS Account 68
Playing from streaming music services 69
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 72
AirPlay function 76
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 77
Playing iTunes music with this unit 77
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 78
Spotify Connect function 79
Playing Spotify music with this unit 79
Convenience functions 80
Adding to HEOS Favorites 81
Playing back HEOS Favorites 81
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 82
Adjusting the audibility of dialog and vocals (Dialog Enhancer) 82
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 83
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 84
Adjusting audio delay (Audio Delay) 85
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 86
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Selecting a sound mode 87
Selecting a sound mode 88
Direct playback 89
Auto surround playback 89
Description of sound mode types 90
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 93
HDMI Control function 96
Setting procedure 96
Sleep timer function 97
Using the sleep timer 98
Quick select plus function 99
Calling up the settings 100
Changing the settings 101
Panel lock function 102
Disabling all key button operations 102
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 102
Canceling the Panel lock function 103
Remote lock function 104
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 104
Enabling the remote sensor function 104
Web control function 105
Controlling the unit from a web control 105
Settings
Menu map 107
Menu operations 111
Audio 112
Subwoofer Level 112
Surr.Parameter 112
Restorer 117
Volume 118
Audyssey®119
Manual EQ 121
Video 124
HDMI Setup 124
HDMI Upscaler 128
On Screen Disp. 129
Screensaver 130
4K/8K Signal Format 130
HDCP Setup 132
TV Format 132
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Inputs 133
Input Assign 133
Source Rename 136
Hide Sources 136
Source Level 136
Speakers 137
Audyssey® Setup 137
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 139
Error messages 145
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 146
Manual Setup 147
Speaker Config. 147
Distances 149
Levels 150
Crossovers 151
Bass 152
Network 153
Information 153
Connection 153
Wi-Fi Setup 154
Settings 155
Network Control 157
Friendly Name 157
Diagnostics 158
AirPlay 158
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 159
HEOS Account 160
You have not signed in 160
You have already signed in 160
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General 161
Language 161
ECO 161
Bluetooth Transmitter 164
Quick Sel.Names 165
Front Display 165
Firmware 166
Information 169
Usage Data 171
Save & Load 171
Setup Lock 172
Reset 172
Tips
Tips 174
Troubleshooting 176
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 177
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 178
Display on this unit shows nothing 178
No sound comes out 179
Desired sound does not come out 180
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 183
No video is shown on the TV 184
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 185
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 185
AirPlay cannot be played back 186
USB memory devices cannot be played back 187
Bluetooth cannot be played back 188
The Internet radio cannot be played back 190
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 191
Various online services cannot be played 192
The HDMI Control function does not work 192
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 193
Update/upgrade error messages 194
Resetting factory settings 195
Resetting network settings 196
Restoring the firmware to the factory defaults 197
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Appendix
About HDMI 198
Relationship between video signals and monitor output 202
Playing back a USB memory devices 204
Playing back a Bluetooth device 205
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 206
Playing back Internet Radio 207
Personal memory plus function 207
Last function memory 207
Sound modes and channel output 208
Sound modes and surround parameters 209
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 212
Explanation of terms 215
Trademark information 222
Specifications 224
Index 229
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Thank you for purchasing this Denon product.
To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product.
After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference.
Accessories
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
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Quick Start Guide Safety Instructions Cautions on Using Batteries Notes on radio Cable labels
Power cord Sound calibration
microphone
Remote control unit
(RC-1243)
Sound calibration
microphone stand
R03/AAA batteries
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Inserting the batteries
1Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and
remove it.
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2Insert two batteries correctly into the battery
compartment as indicated.
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Batteries
3Put the rear cover back on.
NOTE
0To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
0Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
0Do not use two different types of batteries.
0Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long
periods.
0If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery
compartment and insert new batteries.
Operating range of the remote control
unit
Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
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30° 30°
Approx. 7 m
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Features
High quality sound
0With discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides
identical quality for all 5-channels (100 Watts x 5-channels)
For optimum realism and stunning dynamic range, the power amplifier
section features discrete power devices (not integrated circuitry).
By using high current, high power discrete power devices, the amplifier
is able to easily drive high quality speakers.
High performance
08K 60Hz input/output supported
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8K,
4K 120Hz
8K,
4K 120Hz
When 8K Ultra HD (High Definition) is used, an input/output speed of 60
frames per second (60p) is achieved for video signals. When connected
to 8K Ultra HD and 60p video signal input compatible TV, you can enjoy
the sense of realism only available from high-definition images, even
when viewing fast-moving video.
This unit supports a wide range of HDR content, delivering even higher
definition video.
0HDCP 2.3
This unit is compatible with HDCP 2.3 copyright protection standard.
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0Digital video processor upscales HD (1080p) / 4K to 8K
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8K Ultra HD
8K 8K
1080p/4K
8K
up scaling
This unit is equipped with a 8K video upscaling function that allows HD
(High Definition) 1080p/4K video to be output via HDMI at 8K (7680 ×
4320 pixels) resolution. This function enables the device to be
connected to a TV using a single HDMI cable, and produces high
definition images for any video source.
0eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) function compatibility
The eARC function is compatible with conventional ARC function-
compatible audio formats in addition to multichannel linear PCM, Dolby
TrueHD, DTS-HD Master Audio and other audio formats a conventional
ARC function cannot transmit.
Additionally, connecting to an eARC function-compatible television
enables enjoyment of higher-quality surround playback of the audio
content played from your television.
0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (6 inputs, 1 output)
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OutIn
This unit is equipped with 6 HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI output enabling
connection to various HDMI compatible devices such as Blu-ray Disc
players, game consoles and HD video camcorders.
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0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 76)
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You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet
Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC.
This unit also supports Apple AirPlay which lets you stream your music
library from an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® or iTunes®.
0Supports AirPlay 2® wireless audio
Sync multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices/speakers for simultaneous
playback.
This unit supports AirPlay 2 and requires iOS 11.4 or later.
0Playback of DSD and FLAC files via USB and networks
This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as
DSD (5.6 MHz) and FLAC 192 kHz files. It provides high quality
playback of high resolution files.
0Wireless connection with Bluetooth devices can be carried out
easily (v p. 54)
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You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.
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0Connect Bluetooth headphones
This unit can transmit Bluetooth so you can enjoy audio wirelessly
through your Bluetooth headphones.
Playback can be performed using connected speakers and Bluetooth
headphones simultaneously, or only using Bluetooth headphones.
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0Energy-saving design
This unit is equipped with an ECO Mode function that allows you to
enjoy music and movies while reducing the power consumption during
use, and also an auto-standby function that automatically turns off the
power supply when the unit is not in use. This helps reduce
unnecessary power use.
0Compatible with the “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” Appz for
performing basic operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhone or
Android™ devices (Google, Amazon Kindle Fire)
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Along with many new features, the graphics and user interface have
been completely overhauled. The new app gives you full control of this
unit as well as access to its setup menu for detailed adjustments from
your phones or tablets. “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” App also gives you
quick access to the receiver's status display, option menus, Denon Blu-
ray Disc player control, and online owner's manual for your
convenience.
zDownload the appropriate “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” App for your iOS or
Android devices. This unit needs to be connected to the same LAN or Wi-Fi
(wireless LAN) network that the iPad, iPhone or Android™ is connected to.
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0HEOS provides streaming music from your favorite online music
sources
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HEOS wireless multi-room sound system that enables you to enjoy your
favorite music anywhere and everywhere around your home. By utilizing
your existing home network and the HEOS App (available for iOS,
Android and Amazon devices), you can explore, browse, and play
music from your own music library or from many online streaming music
services.
When multiple products with HEOS Built-in are connected to the same
network, they can be grouped to play the same music on all products
simultaneously, or different music can be played on each one.
Easy operation
0“Setup Assistant” provides easy-to-follow setup instructions
First select the language when prompted. Then simply follow the
instructions displayed on the TV screen to set up the speakers, network,
etc.
0Easy to use Graphical User Interface
This unit is equipped with a Graphical User Interface for improved
operability.
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Part names and functions
Front panel
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APower operation button (X)
Used to turn the power on/off (standby). (v p. 48)
BPower indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0Green: Power on
0Off: Normal standby
0Red:
0When “HDMI PassThrough” is set to “On” (v p. 125)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 126)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 157)
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 48)
DRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
EDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 18)
FMASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 49)
GINTERNET RADIO button
This switches the input source to “HEOS Music” – “Internet Radio”.
(v p. 61)
HCursor buttons (CURSOR UP, CURSOR DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT)
These select items.
IENTER button
This determines the selection.
JBACK button
This returns to the previous screen.
KSETUP button
This displays the menu on the TV screen. (v p. 111)
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LDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 165)
MSTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display.
NHeadphones jack (PHONES)
This is used to connect headphones.
When the headphones are plugged into this jack, audio will no longer
be output from the connected speakers or from the SUBWOOFER
connectors.
NOTE
0To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using
headphones.
OSETUP MIC jack
This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone.
(v p. 140)
PQUICK SELECT buttons
With a single press of any of these buttons, you can call up various
settings you’ve registered to each button such as the input source,
volume level and sound mode settings. (v p. 99)
QSOUND MODE buttons
These select the sound mode. (v p. 87)
RUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 43)
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Display
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AInput mode indicators
These light according to the audio input mode settings of each input
source. (v p. 135)
BDecoder indicators
These light when Dolby or DTS signals are input or when the Dolby or
DTS decoder is running.
CAudyssey® indicator
This lights when “MultEQ®”, “Dynamic EQ” or “Dynamic Volume” has
been set up. (v p. 119)
DSleep timer indicator
This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 97)
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EVolume indicator
FMUTE indicator
This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 49)
GInformation display
The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other
information are displayed here.
HInput signal indicators
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal.
(v p. 135)
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