Denon DHT-S416 User manual

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DHT-S416
HOME THEATER SYSTEM
Owner’s Manual
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Accessories 4
Inserting the battery 5
Operating range of the remote control unit 5
Features 6
Part names and functions 7
Sound bar 7
Subwoofer 10
Remote control unit 11
Connections
Positioning 13
Positioning the sound bar 13
Positioning the subwoofer 15
Connecting a TV 16
Connection 1: TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 17
Connection 2: TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC / TV equipped with an optical digital
connector 18
Connection 3: TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC / TV equipped with an analog
connector 19
Connecting the power cords 20
Playback
Enjoying television, movies and music 21
Status LED table 22
Listening to Music via Chromecast built-in 23
Chromecast built-in Setup 23
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 24
Pairing a Bluetooth device for the first time 24
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 25
Listening to music with a paired Bluetooth device 25
Settings
Settings 26
Adjusting the volume 26
Adjusting the subwoofer volume 26
Selecting a listening mode 27
Turning off the sound temporarily 27
Volume limiter function 27
Automatically setting to standby (Auto standby function) 28
Reducing the standby power consumption (Deep standby
function) 28
Operating this unit using the remote control of a TV 29
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Tips
Troubleshooting 31
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 32
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 32
No sound comes out 33
Bluetooth playback does not work 34
The HDMI Control function does not work 34
Music from the Chromecast cuts out or delays sometimes 35
Resetting factory settings 36
Appendix
About HDMI 37
Trademark information 38
Specifications 39
Sound bar 39
Subwoofer 42
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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 Wall mount template
Remote control unit
(RC-1242)
Wall mount spacersOptical digital cable
HDMI cablePower cords
R03/AAA battery
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Inserting the battery
1Slide the rear cover off the remote control unit in the
arrow direction.
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2Insert 1 battery into the battery compartment as
indicated.
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Battery
3Put the rear cover back on.
NOTE
0Remove the battery 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 battery.
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
0Two-way sound bar with wireless subwoofer: Powerful, dynamic
Denon home theater sound
Easy Setup: Quickly connect to your TV with the supplied HDMI or
Optical cables.
Wireless Subwoofer: Powerful bass without the cables. Place the
subwoofer within 9 m of the sound bar for optimal enjoyment.
5 cm Low-profile Design: At 5 cm tall, the Denon DHT-S416 fits most
spaces and can be placed in front of your TV without blocking your TV’s
bottom edge or IR remote sensor.
0Google Chromecast built-in
Use Google Chromecast for audio to stream music from your favorite
apps and more over Wi-Fi. (v p. 23)
0Universal Compatibility with HDMI support ARC (Audio Return
Channel)
Send audio from apps built into your Smart TV and other sources via the
ARC (Audio Return Channel) on the DHT-S416 and a single HDMI
cable (included). Also enables control of the Denon DHT-S416 via your
TV’s remote control.
0Wireless Music Streaming
Easily enjoy your favorite music by streaming directly from your smart
device to your sound bar with Bluetooth.
0Denon Dialog Enhancer
Never miss a word of your favorite TV show or movie. Denon Dialog
Enhancer improves dialog intelligibility — ideal for movies and TV
shows. Turn up the dialog without having to adjust overall volume.
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Part names and functions
Sound bar
oTop panel
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APower operation button (c)
Turns the sound bar power on/off (standby). (v p. 21)
Links to sound bar power and turns the subwoofer power on/off
(standby).
BInput source button (d)
This selects the input source. (v p. 21)
Switches the input source each time the button is pressed.
CBluetooth button (g)
0Switches the input source to “Bluetooth”. (v p. 24)
0Used to pair with Bluetooth devices. (v p. 24)
DVolume buttons (+, –)
These adjusts the volume level. (v p. 26)
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oFront panel
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AStatus LED
Displays the status of input source / input signal / listening mode, etc.
(v p. 22)
BRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 5)
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Service terminal. Not used in normal operation.
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oRear panel
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AWall hook hole
Used to mount the sound bar on a wall. (v p. 14)
BHDMI connector (TV (ARC))
Use the included HDMI cable to connect an ARC function-compatible
TV. (v p. 17)
CAUX audio input connector
Use a commercially available 3.5 mm stereo audio cable to connect an
audio device. (v p. 19)
DOptical digital input connector (TV OPTICAL)
Use the included optical digital cable to connect a TV with an optical
digital terminal. (v p. 18)
ERESET button
Used to reset to the default settings. (v p. 36)
FWi-Fi LED (WI-FI)
0When the Wi-Fi connection is complete, the LED will turn solid.
0Resetting the factory setting, the LED will blink 3 times.
GAC inlet
Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 20)
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Subwoofer
oRear panel
AStatus LED
Displays subwoofer status.
LED indication Status
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When subwoofer power is on/off (standby)
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When the sound bar and subwoofer are wirelessly
connected
0The sound bar and subwoofer are wirelessly connected as the factory default.
If no audio is output from the subwoofer, wirelessly connect the sound bar
and subwoofer again. (v p. 33)
BBAR SYNC button
Used to wirelessly connect the sound bar and subwoofer. (v p. 33)
CAC inlet
Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 20)
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Remote control unit
This section mainly explains remote control operations.
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APower button (c)
Turns the sound bar power on/off. (v p. 21)
Links to sound bar power and turns the subwoofer power on/off.
BInput source buttons (TV, OPT, g, AUX)
This selects the input source. (v p. 21)
CButton to adjust subwoofer (BASS +, -)
Adjusts the volume level for the subwoofer. (v p. 26)
DNight mode button (NIGHT)
Compresses the dynamic range (difference between loud and soft
sounds) to make audio easier to hear at low volumes. (v p. 27)
EMovie mode button (MOVIE)
Enjoy movie theater-like surround sound. (v p. 27)
FRemote control signal transmitter
This transmits signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 5)
GMute button (h)
This mutes the output audio. Press again to unmute. (v p. 27)
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HPlay/pause button (1/3)
This button is only available when the input source is Bluetooth or
Chromecast.
IPure mode button (PURE)
Enjoy high quality sound that is faithful to the original source.
(v p. 27)
JVolume buttons (VOL +, –)
These adjusts the volume level. (v p. 26)
KMusic mode button (MUSIC)
Enjoy the full presence of a wide, encompassing acoustic field.
(v p. 27)
LDialog enhancer buttons
(DIALOG ENHANCER LOW, MED, HIGH)
Adjust the volume of dialog in movies, vocals in music, etc. so these
can be heard more easily. (v p. 27)
Can be set to 3 levels. Set this to the desired value.
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Positioning
Positioning the sound bar
Position the sound bar in front of your TV, etc., on a flat surface.
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NOTE
0When positioning the sound bar in front of your TV, make sure the sound bar does not obstruct the TV’s remote control light sensor, etc.
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oWhen hanging the sound bar on a wall
The sound bar has a wall hook hole to hang it on a wall. When hanging
it on a wall, position it in a flat, vertical position.
NOTE
0To ensure safety, request a contractor perform the mounting work when
mounting onto a wall.
0In order to use the unit safely, do not place items on or hang items from the
unit.
0Be sure to fix connection cables to the wall to ensure that cannot be pulled or
tripped over causing this unit to fall. Check that the unit is mounted safely after
the mounting work is complete.
0Also, periodically check the safety of this unit and whether there is a possibility
that the unit may fall.
0Denon cannot accept any responsibility for damage, injury or accidents
caused by problems with the mounting location or mounting method.
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0When hanging it on a wall, use the included wall mount template.
[How to use the wall mount template]
AAffix the template to the location you would like to mount the sound bar.
BScrew in the wall mount screws by following the template.
Consult a construction professional about the proper wall mount screws for the material and strength of your wall.
CRemove the template from the wall.
DMount the included wall mount spacer on the spine of the sound bar.
Mounting the wall mount spacer creates a space for cords to pass through between the sound bar and the wall.
EMount the sound bar on the wall.
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Positioning the subwoofer
Position the subwoofer in a flat location near the sound bar.
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Connecting a TV
How to connect a TV depends on the connectors and functions equipped on the TV.
0Enable the TV’s HDMI control function when using an HDMI cable to connect this device to your TV. (See the TV Owner’s Manual for details.)
0Turn off the TV’s speaker or minimize the volume when using this device.
0HDMI cable connection is recommended, but connection can be performed without an HDMI cable.
NOTE
0Make sure all devices are off when connecting.
0Do not plug device power cords into an outlet until all devices have been connected.
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Connection 1: TV equipped with an HDMI connector and compatible with the ARC
(Audio Return Channel)
Use the included HDMI cable to connect this device to an ARC function-compatible TV.
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TV(OPTI CAL)AUX
TV(HDMI A RC)
HDMI INPUT
(ARC)
TV(OPTICAL)
TV(HDMI ARC)
AUX
TV
HDMI cable (included)
Soundbar
(Rear panel)
0The TV also needs to be compatible with the ARC function.
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Connection 2: TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC / TV
equipped with an optical digital connector
Use the included HDMI and optical digital cables to connect this device to your TV.
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Soundbar
(Rear panel)
Optical digital cable (included)
HDMI cable (included)
0Line up the optical digital cable with the shape of the terminal to insert.
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Connection 3: TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC /
TV equipped with an analog connector
Use the included HDMI cable and a commercially available 3.5 mm stereo audio cable to connect this device to your TV.
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Soundbar
(Rear panel)
HDMI cable (included)
3.5 mm stereo audio cable
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Connecting the power cords
After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet.
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Subwoofer
Soundbar (Rear panel)
Power cord (included)
Power cord (included)
Connect to household power outlet
(AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz)
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