Denon AVR-X2300W User manual

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AVR-X2300W
INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER
Owner’s Manual
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Accessories 7
Inserting the batteries 8
Operating range of the remote control unit 8
Features 9
High quality sound 9
High performance 9
Easy operation 12
Part names and functions 13
Front panel 13
Display 16
Rear panel 18
Remote control unit 22
Connections
Connecting speakers 26
Speaker installation 26
Speaker connection 33
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 37
Connecting a TV 48
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 49
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 50
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 51
Connecting a playback device 52
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 53
Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 54
Connecting a video camcorder or game console 55
Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port 56
Connecting an FM/AM antenna 58
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 60
Wired LAN 60
Wireless LAN 61
Connecting an external control device 62
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 62
Connecting the power cord 63
Playback
Basic operation 65
Turning the power on 65
Selecting the input source 65
Adjusting the volume 66
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 66
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 66
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Playing an iPod 67
Listening to music on an iPod 68
iPod Browse Mode settings 69
Performing repeat playback 71
Performing random playback 71
Playing a USB memory device 72
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 73
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 75
Playing music from Bluetooth device 76
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 78
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 79
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 80
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 81
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 82
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 83
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 83
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 84
Listening to preset stations 84
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 85
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 86
Cancelling Preset Skip 87
Listening to Internet Radio 88
Listening to Internet Radio 89
Playing the last played Internet Radio station 90
Using vTuner to add Internet Radio stations to favorites 91
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS 92
Applying media sharing settings 93
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS 94
Listening to Pandora®96
Listening to Pandora®97
Creating a new station 99
Listening to an existing station 100
Listening to created radio stations at random 100
Giving feedback and managing stations 101
Sign Out 102
Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio 103
Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio 104
Sign Out 105
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AirPlay function 106
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 107
Playing iTunes music with this unit 107
Selecting multiple speakers (devices) 108
Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit
of this unit 108
Spotify Connect function 109
Playing Spotify music with this unit 109
Convenience functions 110
Performing repeat playback 111
Performing random playback 111
Registering to Favorites (Save to Favorites) 112
Playing back content added to “Favorites” 112
Deleting content added to favorites 113
Searching content with keywords (Text Search) 113
Playing back music and a favorite picture at the same time
(Slideshow) 114
Setting the Slideshow Interval 115
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 116
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 117
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 118
Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment (Picture
Mode) 119
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 120
Selecting a sound mode 121
Selecting a sound mode 122
Direct playback 123
Pure Direct playback 123
Auto surround playback 124
HDMI control function 133
Setting procedure 133
Smart Menu function 134
Sleep timer function 136
Using the sleep timer 137
Quick select plus function 138
Calling up the settings 139
Changing the settings 140
Web control function 141
Controlling the unit from a web control 141
Playback in ZONE2 (Separate room) 143
Connecting ZONE2 143
Playback in ZONE2 145
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Settings
Menu map 147
Menu operations 150
Inputting characters 151
Using the keyboard screen 152
Audio 153
Dialog Level Adjust 153
Subwoofer Level Adjust 153
Surround Parameter 154
Restorer 158
Audio Delay 159
Volume 159
Audyssey®160
Graphic EQ 163
Video 165
Picture Adjust 165
HDMI Setup 167
Output Settings 173
On Screen Display 177
TV Format 178
Inputs 179
Input Assign 179
Source Rename 181
Hide Sources 182
Source Level 182
Input Select 182
Speakers 183
Audyssey® Setup 183
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 185
Error messages 191
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 192
Manual Setup 193
Amp Assign 193
Speaker Config. 194
Distances 199
Levels 200
Crossovers 201
Bass 202
Front Speaker 203
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Network 204
Information 204
Connection 204
Wi-Fi Setup 205
Settings 208
Network Control 210
Friendly Name 210
Diagnostics 211
General 212
Language 212
ECO 212
ZONE2 Setup 215
Zone Rename 216
Quick Select Names 216
Front Display 217
Firmware 218
Information 220
Usage Data 222
Setup Lock 222
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 223
Tips
Tips 225
Troubleshooting 227
Resetting factory settings 243
Appendix
About HDMI 244
Relationship between video signals and monitor output 247
Playing back a USB memory devices 249
Playing back a Bluetooth device 250
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 251
Playing back Internet Radio 252
Personal memory plus function 252
Last function memory 252
Sound modes and channel output 253
Sound modes and surround parameters 254
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 257
Explanation of terms 260
Trademark information 269
Specifications 271
Index 276
License 279
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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 Notes on radio Warranty
(for North America
model only)
Cable labels
Power cord FM indoor antenna AM loop antenna Sound calibration
microphone
Sound calibration
microphone stand
Remote control unit 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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Approx. 23 ft/7 m
30° 30°
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Features
High quality sound
0With discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides
identical quality for all 7-channels (125 Watts x 7-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.
0Dolby Atmos (v p. 260)
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.
0DTS:X
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.
High performance
04K 60Hz input/output supported
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When 4K Ultra HD (High Definition) is used, an input/output speed of 60
frames per second (60p) is achieved for video signals. When connected
to 4K 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 also supports image processing for 4K 60p, 4:4:4 and 24-bit
videos. By processing the video at the original resolution, this unit lets
you enjoy flawless, high-definition picture quality.
0HDCP 2.2
This unit is compatible with HDCP 2.2 copyright protection standard.
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0Digital video processor upscales analog video signals (SD
resolution) to HD (720p/1080p) and 4K (v p. 175)
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4K
Up scaling
Up to 1080p
This unit is equipped with a 4K video upscaling function that allows SD
(Standard Definition) video to be output via HDMI at 4K (3840 × 2160
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.
0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (8 inputs, 2 outputs)
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OutIn
This unit is equipped with 8 HDMI inputs and 2 HDMI outputs enabling
connection to various HDMI compatible devices such as Blu-ray Disc
players, game consoles and HD video camcorders. This unit is
equipped with 2 monitor outputs, enabling you to project the same
image at the same time using this unit.
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0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 106)
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You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet
Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC, and displaying
photographs stored on your PC on our television.
This unit also supports Apple AirPlay which lets you stream your music
library from an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® or iTunes®.
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. 75)
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You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.
0Compatible with the “Denon 2016 AVR Remote App”z for
performing basic operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhone or
Android™ devices (Google, Amazon Kindle Fire)
“Denon 2016 AVR Remote App” is application software that allows you
to perform basic operations with an iPad, iPhone, Android smartphone
or Android tablet such as turning the unit ON/OFF, controlling the
volume, and switching the source.
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 iPhone or iPod touch is connected to.
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0Multi-Room audio (v p. 120)
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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 BGM 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.
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 of the MAIN ZONE (room where this unit is
located) on/off (standby). (v p. 65)
BPower indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0White: Power on
0Off: Normal standby
0Red:
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 169)
0When “HDMI Pass Through” is set to “On” (v p. 168)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 210)
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 65)
DRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 8)
EDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 16)
FMASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 66)
GTuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 84)
HZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (separate room) on/off. (v p. 145)
IZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 145)
JDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 217)
KSTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display.
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LQUICK 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. 138)
MHeadphones 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.
NAUX1-HDMI connector
This is used to connect HDMI output compatible devices such as video
camcorders and game consoles. (v p. 55)
OUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices)
and the USB cable supplied with iPod. (v p. 56)
PSETUP MIC jack
This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone.
(v p. 186)
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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. 182)
BSurround back indicator
This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround back
speakers. (v p. 196)
CDecoder indicators
These light when Dolby or DTS signals are input or when the Dolby or
DTS decoder is running.
DAudyssey® indicator
This lights when “MultEQ® XT”, “Dynamic EQ” or “Dynamic Volume”
has been set up. (v p. 160)
ETuner reception mode indicators
These light up according to the reception conditions when the input
source is set to “Tuner”.
TUNED: Lights up when the broadcast is properly tuned in.
STEREO: Lights up when receiving FM stereo broadcasts.
FSleep timer indicator
This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 136)
GCircle indicator
This is displayed when the input source is “Online Music” or “iPod/USB”
when you are playing back music.
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HVolume indicator
IMUTE indicator
This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 66)
JInformation display
The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other
information are displayed here.
KInput signal indicators
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal.
LZONE2 indicator
This lights up when ZONE2 (separate room) power is turned on.
(v p. 145)
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Rear panel
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ARod antennas for Bluetooth/wireless LAN
Stand this antenna upright when connecting to a network via wireless
LAN, or when connecting to a handheld device via Bluetooth.
(v p. 61)
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320°
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0The antenna clip can be removed from the rear panel.
ARotate the antenna clip 90 degrees to the left.
BPull the antenna clip out towards yourself.
0The antenna clip is needed when transporting this unit. Keep it in a
safe place.
0Attach the antenna clip by following the steps for removing it in
reverse.
BREMOTE CONTROL jacks
Used to connect infrared receivers/transmitters in order to operate this
unit and external devices from a different room. (v p. 62)
CVideo connectors (VIDEO)
Used to connect devices equipped with video connectors.
0“Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI
connector” (v p. 51)
0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 53)
0“Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 54)
DNETWORK connector
Used to connect to a LAN cable when connecting to a wired LAN
network. (v p. 60)
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EDigital audio connectors (DIGITAL AUDIO)
Used to connect devices equipped with digital audio connectors.
0“Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel)” (v p. 50)
0“Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI
connector” (v p. 51)
0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 53)
FHDMI connectors
Used to connect devices equipped with HDMI connectors.
0“Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel)” (v p. 49)
0“Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel)” (v p. 50)
0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 53)
0“Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 54)
GAC inlet (AC IN)
Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 63)
HRS-232C connector
Used to connect home automation controller devices fitted with
RS-232C connectors. Consult the owner’s manual of the home
automation controller for more information about serial control of this
unit.
Perform the operation below beforehand.
ATurn on the power of this unit.
BTurn off the power of this unit from the external controller.
CCheck that the unit is in the standby mode.
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