Denon AVC-X3800H User manual

AVC-X3800H
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 13
Easy operation 17
Part names and functions 18
Front panel 18
Display 21
Rear panel 23
Remote control unit 27
Connections
Speaker installation 31
Connecting speakers 37
Before connecting speakers 37
Connecting speakers to the speaker terminals 41
Connecting an external power amplifier 42
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 44
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 46
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 47
Connecting 9.1-channel speakers 48
Connecting 11.1-channel speakers 49
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers: Bi-amp connection of front
speakers 52
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speakers 53
Connecting multi-zone speakers 54
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Connecting a TV 56
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC / eARC 57
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC / eARC 58
Connecting a playback device 59
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 60
Connecting a media player 61
Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player or DVD player 62
Connecting a game console or player device compatible with 8K 63
Connecting a turntable 64
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 65
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 66
Wired LAN 66
Wireless LAN 67
Connecting an external control device 68
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 68
TRIGGER OUT jack 69
Connecting the power cord 70
Playback
Basic operation 72
Turning the power on 72
Selecting the input source 72
Adjusting the volume 73
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 73
Playback a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player 73
Playing a USB memory device 74
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 75
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 78
Playing music from Bluetooth device 79
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 80
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 81
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 82
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 83
Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 84
Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones 84
Listening to Internet Radio 85
Listening to Internet Radio 86
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 87
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 88
Getting the HEOS App 91
HEOS Account 92
Playing from streaming music services 93
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 96
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AirPlay function 100
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 101
Playing iTunes music with this unit 101
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 102
Spotify Connect function 103
Playing Spotify music with this unit 103
Convenience functions 104
Adding to HEOS Favorites 105
Playing back HEOS Favorites 105
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 106
Adjusting the audibility of dialog and vocals (Dialog Enhancer) 106
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 107
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 108
Adjusting audio delay (Audio Delay) 109
Changing the strength of Tactile Transducer according to the
input source (Tactile Transducer) 110
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 111
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 112
Changing the speaker settings to match the listening environment
(Speaker Preset) 113
Selecting a sound mode 114
Selecting a sound mode 115
Direct playback 116
Pure Direct playback 117
Auto surround playback 117
Description of sound mode types 118
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 123
HDMI Control function 128
Setting procedure 128
Sleep timer function 129
Using the sleep timer 130
Quick select plus function 131
Calling up the settings 132
Changing the settings 133
Panel lock function 135
Disabling all key button operations 135
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 135
Canceling the Panel lock function 136
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Remote lock function 137
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 137
Enabling the remote sensor function 137
Web control function 138
Controlling the unit from a web control 138
Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) 141
Connecting ZONE2 141
Playback in ZONE2 143
Settings
Menu map 145
Menu operations 150
Audio 151
Subwoofer Level Adjust 151
Bass Sync 151
Surround Parameter 152
Restorer 160
Volume 161
Audyssey®162
Graphic EQ 165
Video 167
HDMI Setup 167
Output Settings 172
On-Screen Display 173
Screensaver 174
4K/8K Signal Format 175
HDCP Setup 176
TV Format 177
Inputs 178
Input Assign 178
Source Rename 181
Hide Sources 181
Source Level 181
Speakers 182
Audyssey® Setup 182
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 184
Error messages 190
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 192
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Manual Setup 193
Amp Assign 193
Speaker Configuration 203
Distances 211
Levels 213
Crossovers 213
Bass 214
Front Speaker 215
Speaker Connection 215
Tactile Transducer Setup 216
Speaker Preset 217
Network 218
Information 218
Connection 218
Wi-Fi Setup 219
Settings 221
Network Control 222
Friendly Name 223
Diagnostics 223
AirPlay 224
Spotify Connect 225
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 225
HEOS Account 226
You have not signed in 226
You have already signed in 226
General 227
Language 227
Owner's Manual 227
ECO 227
Bluetooth Transmitter 231
ZONE2 Setup 232
Zone Rename 234
Quick Select Names 234
Trigger Out 235
Front Display 235
Firmware 236
Information 238
Usage Data 240
Save & Load 240
Setup Lock 241
Reset 241
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 242
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Tips
Tips 244
Troubleshooting 246
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 247
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 248
Display on this unit shows nothing 248
No sound comes out 249
Desired sound does not come out 250
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 253
No video is shown on the TV 254
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 256
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 256
AirPlay cannot be played back 257
USB memory devices cannot be played back 258
Bluetooth cannot be played back 259
The Internet radio cannot be played back 261
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 262
Various online services cannot be played 263
The HDMI Control function does not work 263
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 264
When using HDMI ZONE2, the devices does not function properly 265
Update error messages 266
Resetting factory settings 267
Resetting network settings 268
Restoring the firmware to the factory defaults 269
Appendix
About HDMI 270
Relationship between video signals and monitor output 274
Playing back a USB memory devices 276
Playing back a Bluetooth device 277
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 278
Playing back Internet Radio 279
Personal memory plus function 279
Last function memory 279
Sound modes and channel output 280
Sound modes and surround parameters 282
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 285
Explanation of terms 289
Trademark information 299
Specifications 302
Index 308
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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.
Cable labelsNotes on radioSafety InstructionsQuick Start Guide
Sound calibration
microphone stand
Sound calibration
microphone
External antennas for
Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity
Remote control unit
(RC-1253)
Cautions on Using Batteries
Power cord
(Australian model only)
Power cord
(European model only)
or
2× R03/AAA batteries
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Inserting the batteries
1Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and
remove it.
2Insert two batteries correctly into the battery
compartment as indicated.
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.
30° 30°
Approx. 7 m
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Features
High quality sound
0Powerful 9-channel Amplifier with the Latest Home Cinema Specs
Featuring discrete high-current amplifiers on all channels, this unit
delivers high-power performance at 105 watts per channel (8 Ω/ohms,
20 Hz - 20 kHz, T.H.D.: 0.08 %, 2ch. driven) to ensure a powerful and
precise entertainment experience, every time.
Upgrade your expectations in home theater entertainment.
0Discrete 4 subwoofers
Immerse yourself in evenly distributed, accurate bass. Featuring up to
four subwoofer outputs to smooth out low frequencies and provide
better dispersion. No audible peaks or dips - just powerful, room-filling
bass.
0Dolby Atmos (v p. 290)
This unit is equipped with a decoder that supports Dolby Atmos audio
format. The placement or movement of sound is accurately reproduced
by the addition of overhead speakers, enabling you to experience an
incredibly natural and realistic surround sound field.
0Speaker Virtualizer (v p. 154)
Speaker Virtualizer enables you to access a more immersive
entertainment experience from traditional channel based speaker
layouts through digital signal processing including Dolby Atmos height
virtualization and surround virtualization.
0Speaker Virtualizer is not for use when both height speakers and surround
speakers are connected.
0Height Virtualization may be applied when surround speakers are connected.
0DTS:X (v p. 293)
This unit is equipped with the DTS:X decoder technology. DTS:X brings
the home theater experience to new heights with its immersive object
based audio technology which removes the bounds of channels. The
flexibility of objects allows for sound to be scaled large or small and
moved around the room with greater accuracy than ever before leading
to a richer immersive audio experience.
0DTS Virtual:X (v p. 294)
DTS Virtual:X technology features DTS’s proprietary virtual height and
virtual surround processing to deliver an immersive sound experience
from any type of input source (stereo to 7.1.4 channel) and speaker
configuration.
0DTS Virtual:X is not for use when Height speakers are connected.
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0IMAX Enhanced (v p. 294)
This IMAX Enhanced product have met stringent performance
standards established by IMAX and DTS in order to create a consistent
and higher bar for sound performance. DTS has developed a special
method for reproducing an IMAX signature sound experience in the
consumer’s home. This method combines a unique conversion process
for IMAX theatrical audio mixes utilizing an enhanced DTS codec
technology. The IMAX theatrical audio format with point source
surround speakers closely matches the speaker configuration most
consumers have in their homes today. Coupled with DTS audio
technology, IMAX Enhanced audio products will ensure the best and
most accurate audio reproduction over 5.1 or more speaker channels.
0Audyssey LFC™ (Low Frequency Containment) (v p. 164)
Audyssey LFC™ solves the problem of low frequency sounds
disturbing people in neighboring rooms or apartments. Audyssey
LFC™ dynamically monitors the audio content and removes the low
frequencies that pass through walls, floors and ceilings. It then applies
psychoacoustic processing to restore the perception of low bass for
listeners in the room. The result is great sound that no longer disturbs
the neighbors.
0Discrete subwoofers and Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ (v p. 183)
The unit has four subwoofer output capability and can adjust the level
and delay for each subwoofer individually.
Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ makes the integration seamless by first
compensating for any level and delay differences between the four
subwoofers and then applying Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 to four
subwoofers together for improved deep bass response and detail.
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0Auro-3D
This unit is equipped with an Auro-3D decoder.
With Auro-3D, Front Height (FHL + FHR), Surround Height (SHL + SHR) and Top Surround (TS/optional) are added to a conventional 5.1-channel
system to achieve a natural and realistic sound field that is three-dimensional and fully immersive.
You will be able to fully enjoy Auro-3D playback if you properly place the speakers for Auro-3D.
2 Auro-3D playback
FHL FHR
SHL SHR
TS
FL FR
SW
SL SR
C
2 Dolby Atmos playback
FHL FHR
SHL SHR
TS
FL FR
SW
SL SR
C
0Auro-3D does not support a Dolby Atmos configuration using Top Front, Top Middle or Top Rear speakers.
But it is possible to support both an Auro-3D and Dolby Atmos by adding Front Height and Rear Height speakers* to a 5.1 configuration.
zFor an optimum Auro-3D experience Surround Height speakers are strongly recommended.
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High performance
08K 60Hz input/output supported
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.
0Digital video processor upscales 1080p / 4K to 8K
8K Ultra HD
8K 8K
Up to
1080p/4K 60Hz
8K
up scaling
This unit is equipped with a 8K video upscaling function that allows
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, Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD, DTS:X 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.
0Equipped with HDMI ZONE2 output (v p. 141)
The ZONE2 multi-room output includes an HDMI output that lets you
enjoy a different A/V source in that room, with another program playing
in the main room.
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0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (6 inputs, 3 outputs)
63
OutIn
For connection to a broad range of digital sources, this unit features 6
HDMI inputs, that lets you quickly and conveniently connect a
camcorder, game console or other HDMI-equipped device. There are
dual HDMI outputs for the main room, and a third HDMI output for
ZONE2.
0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 100)
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.
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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. 78)
You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.
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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0Multi-Room audio (v p. 112)
GMAIN ZONEHGZONE2H
You can select and play back the respective inputs in MAIN ZONE and
ZONE2.
In addition, when the All Zone Stereo function is used, the music being
played back in MAIN ZONE can be enjoyed in all the zones at the same
time. This is useful when you want to let the background music
propagate throughout the whole house.
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 AVR Remote” Appz for performing
basic operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhone or Android™
devices (Google, Amazon Kindle Fire)
The Denon AVR Remote 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 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 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
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
Q4 Q5 Q6
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For details, see the next page.
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APower operation button (X)
Used to turn the power of the MAIN ZONE (room where this unit is
located) on/off (standby). (v p. 72)
BPower indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0Green: Power on
0Off: Normal standby
0Red:
0When “HDMI Pass Through” is set to “On” (v p. 167)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 169)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 222)
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 72)
DRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
EDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 21)
FMASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 73)
GPURE DIRECT button
This switches the sound mode between Direct, Pure Direct and Auto
surround.
0“Direct playback” (v p. 116)
0“Pure Direct playback” (v p. 117)
0“Auto surround playback” (v p. 117)
HSOUND MODE button
Switching the sound mode. (v p. 114)
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Q3
Q
4
Q
5
Q
6
oQ0 Q1 Q2
IZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 143)
JZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 143)
KDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 235)
LSTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display.
MQUICK 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. 131)
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 PRE OUT
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. 185)
PUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 65)
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