Denon AVR-1404/484 User manual

AV SURROUND RECEIVER
收音環繞擴音機
收音環繞擴音機
AVR-1404/484
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
操作說明書
操作說明書
FOR ENGLISH READERS PAGE003 ~ PAGE030
中 文（繁體字版） 第 31 頁 ~第 58 頁
中 文（簡體字版） 第 59 頁 ~第 86 頁

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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.
注意：為防電擊﹐請勿打開機蓋（或後蓋）。本機內部無可供使用者使用的部件。請委托有資格的技術人員
進行修理安裝。
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等邊三角形中有箭頭閃電標號的圖形表示警告使用者在產品內有導電體及高電壓﹐可能會對人體
造成很大的電擊危險。
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照所附設備說明書。
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
注意：為防電擊，請勿打開機蓋（或後蓋）。本機內部無可供使用者使用的部件。請委托有資格的技術人員
進行修理安裝。
警告：為防止火災或電擊，請勿將本機暴露于雨中或潮濕的處所。
等邊三角形中有箭頭閃電標號的圖形表示警告使用者在產品內有導電體及高電壓，可能會對人體
造成很大的電擊危險。
等邊三角形中有感嘆號的圖形表示，欲警告使用者該設備在操作與保養（服務）方面應嚴格按
照所附設備說明書。
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
•Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat
dispersion when installed
on a rack.
•防止高溫
裝於機架時應允許充分散
熱。
•防止高溫
裝於機架時應允許充分散
熱。
•Handle the power cord
carefully.
Hold the plug when
unplugging the cord.
•留意電源線
從插座撥出插頭時應該抓住
插頭將其撥出。
•留意電源線
從插座撥出插頭時應該抓住
插頭將其撥出 。
•Keep the set free from
moisture, water, and dust.
•勿將本機放置於濕度很高或
多塵的位置。
•勿將本機放置於濕度很高或
多塵的位置。
•Unplug the power cord
when not using the set for
long periods of time.
•長時間不使用本機時須將插
頭撥離電源插座。
•長時間不使用本機時須將插
頭撥離電源插座。
* (For sets with ventilation holes)
*（備有通風孔的機殼）
*（備有通風孔的機殼）
•Do not obstruct the
ventilation holes.
•勿堵塞機殼的通風孔。
•勿堵塞機殼的通風孔。
•Do not let foreign objects
in the set.
•勿讓雜物掉入機內。
•勿讓雜物掉入機內。
•Do not let insecticides,
benzene, and thinner come
in contact with the set.
•避免在本機附近噴灑殺蟲
劑，也勿用汽油，天拿水或
其它溶劑抹拭機箱。
•避免在本機附近噴灑殺蟲
劑﹐也勿用汽油﹐天拿水或
其它溶劑抹拭機箱。
•Never disassemble or
modify the set in any way.
•勿打開或隨意修理本機。
•勿打開或隨意修理本機。
2NOTE ON USE / 使用注意事項 / 使用注意事項
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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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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2We greatly appreciate your purchase of the AVR-1404/484.
2To be sure you take maximum advantage of all the features the AVR-1404/484 has to offer, read
these instructions carefully and use the set properly. Be sure to keep this manual for future
reference, should any questions or problems arise.
“SERIAL NO.
PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE
CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE”
2INTRODUCTION
Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-1404/484 Digital Surround AV receiver 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
zBefore Using........................................................3
xCautions on Installation........................................3
cCautions on Handling...........................................3
vFeatures ...............................................................3
bPart Names and Functions ..................................4
nRead this First......................................................5
mSetting up the Speaker Systems .........................5
,Connections.....................................................5~8
.Using the Remote Control Unit ...........................9
⁄0 Setting up the system...................................9~12
⁄1 Remote Control Unit ...................................12~14
⁄2 Operation.....................................................15~17
⁄3 Surround ......................................................18~20
⁄4 DSP Surround Simulation ............................21~23
⁄5 Listening to the Radio .................................24~26
⁄6 Last Function Memory.......................................27
⁄7 Initialization of the Microprocessor....................27
⁄8 Additional Information .................................27~29
⁄9 Troubleshooting .................................................29
¤0 Specifications.....................................................30
List of Preset Codes ..........................................87~89
2ACCESSORIES
Check that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit:
er t y
qOperating instructions........................................1
wService station list..............................................1
eRemote control unit (RC-942) ............................1
rR6P/AA batteries................................................2
tAM loop antenna................................................1
yFM indoor antenna.............................................1
1BEFORE 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 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 this instructions in a safe place.
After reading, store this instructions along with the
warranty in a safe place.
•Note that the illustrations in this instructions may
differ from the actual set for explanation purposes.
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 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.
For heat dispersal, leave at least 10 cm of space
between the top, back and sides of this unit
and the wall or other components.
10 cm or more
wall
10 cm or more
2CAUTIONS ON INSTALLATION
•Switching the input function when input jacks
are not connected
A clicking noise may be produced if the input
function is switched when nothing is connected to
the input jacks. If this happens, either turn down the
MASTER VOLUME control or connect components
to the input jacks.
•Muting of PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jacks and
SPEAKER terminals
The PRE OUT jacks, HEADPHONE jack 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 £OFF
state, the apparatus is still connected on AC line
voltage.
Please be sure to unplug the cord when you
leave home for, say, a vacation.
3CAUTIONS ON HANDLING
4FEATURES
1. Dolby Pro Logic II decoder
Dolby Pro Logic II is a new format for playing multi-
channel audio signals that offers improvements
over conventional Dolby Pro Logic. It can be used to
decode not only sources recorded in Dolby
Surround but also regular stereo sources into five
channels (front left/right, center and surround
left/right). In addition, various parameters can be set
according to the type of source and the contents, so
you can adjust the sound field with greater
precision.
2. Dolby Digital decoder
Dolby Digital, a digital discrete system in which the
different channels are completely independent,
recreates “three-dimensional” sound fields (sounds
with a sense of distance, movement and position)
with no crosstalk between channels for greater
reality. In addition, the 5 channels (excluding the 0.1
channel for low frequency effects) have a playback
range extending to 20 kHz, the same as the range
of CDs, thus resulting in clearer, more richly
expressive sound.
3. DTS (Digital Theater Systems) decoder
DTS provides up to 5.1 channels of wide-range,
high fidelity surround sound, from sources such as
laser disc, DVD and specially-encoded music discs.
4. High performance DSP simulates 7 sound fields
Playback is possible in 7 surround modes: 5-
channel Stereo, Mono Movie, Rock Arena, Jazz
Club, Video Game, Matrix and Virtual. You can
enjoy a variety of sound effects for different movie
scenes and program sources even with stereo
sources not in Dolby Surround.
5. Personal Memory Plus function
Personal Memory Plus is an advanced version of
Personal Memory. With Personal Memory Plus, the
set automatically memorizes the surround mode,
channel volume, surround parameters, etc., for
each of the separate input sources.
6. Remote control unit with pre-memory function
This unit comes with a remote control unit
equipped with a pre-memory function. The remote
control command codes for DENON remote
controllable AV components as well as for LD
players, video decks, TVs, etc., of other major
manufacturers are prestored in the memory.
7. EXT. IN jack
This unit is equipped with EXT. IN jacks for use
with audio formats of the future.

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Front Panel
5PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
•For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
qPower operation switch ...........................(15, 27)
wHeadphones jack (PHONES) ..........................(16)
eINPUT MODE button .........................(15, 17, 27)
rSPEAKER A/B buttons .............................(15, 27)
tTONE DEFEAT button ....................................(16)
yANALOG button .......................................(15, 17)
uDOLBY/DTS SURROUND button.............(18, 19)
i5CH STEREO button ......................................(21)
oSTEREO button ..............................................(16)
!0 TUNING UP/DOWN buttons ..........................(24)
!1 RDS button...............................................(25, 26)
VIDEO SELECT button ...................................(17)
!2 V. AUX terminals ..............................................(3)
!3 SURROUND MODE button......................(16, 22)
!4 SURROUND PARAMETER button ...........(19, 21)
!5 SELECT knob .....................................(16, 18, 22)
!6 TONE CONTROL button ................................(16)
!7 CH VOL button...............................................(18)
!8 MASTER VOLUME control ............................(16)
!9 RT button........................................................(26)
STATUS button ...............................................(17)
@0 PTY button......................................................(26)
DIMMER button .............................................(17)
@1 Master volume indicator (VOLUME LEVEL) ..(16)
@2 Display
@3 Preset station select buttons .........................(25)
@4 BAND button ..................................................(24)
@5 EXT. IN button ..........................................(15, 17)
@6 SIGNAL indicators ..........................................(16)
@7 INPUT mode indicators ..................................(16)
@8 Remote control sensor
(REMOTE SENSOR) .........................................(9)
@9 Power operation indicator (ON/STANDBY)
#0 INPUT SELECTOR knob.................................(15)
Remote control unit
•For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).
VIDEO SELECT button.................(17)
STATUS/DISPLAY button .......(13, 17)
Cursor buttons .........................(9, 13)
TEST TONE button ......................(18)
System buttons .....................(12~14)
Input source selector buttons
.........................................(13~15, 18)
SYSTEM SETUP/SETUP
button.......................................(9, 13)
SURROUND
buttons.............................(16, 18, 21)
Mode select
switches ............................(9, 12~14)
Power buttons .......................(13, 15)
Tuner system/System
buttons.............................(12, 14, 24)
MUTING button ...........................(16)
Master volume control
buttons.........................................(16)
RETURN button ...........................(13)
Remote control signal
transmitter .....................................(9)
SURROUND PARAMETER
button ..............................(13, 19, 21)
CH SELECT (channel select)/
ENTER button....................(9, 13, 18)
DIMMER button...........................(17)
LED (indicator)..............................(13)
SPEAKER select button ...............(15)
NOTE:
•The shaded button does not function with the AVR-
1404/484. (Nothing happens when they are pressed.)
INPUT MODE select
buttons...................................(15, 17)
@0
PTY button
DIMMER button
!9
RT button
STATUS button
!1
RDS button
VIDEO SELECT button
Asian models other than for Taiwan
R.O.C. and China
TAIWAN R.O.C., CHINA model

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Step 3 (page 9 to 12)
Finally, setting up the system.
Step 2 (page 9)
Next, insert the batteries into the remote control unit.
6READ THIS FIRST
This A / V surround Receiver must be setup before use. Following these steps.
Step 1 (page 5 to 8)
Choose the location to setup the speakers and connecting the components.
7SETTING UP THE SPEAKER SYSTEMS
2Speaker system layout
Basic system layout
•The following is an example of the basic layout for a system consisting of six speaker systems and a
television monitor:
Subwoofer Center speaker system
Surround 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.
•Do not plug in the AC cord until all connections
have been completed.
•Be sure to connect the left and right channels
properly (left with left, right with right).
•Insert the plugs securely. Incomplete connections
will result in the generation of noise.
•Use the AC OUTLET for audio equipment only.
Do not use them for hair driers, etc.
•Note that binding pin plug cords together with
power cords or placing them near a power
transformer will result in generating hum or other
noise.
•Noise or humming may be generated if a
connected audio equipment is used independently
without turning the power of this unit on. If this
happens, turn on the power of the this unit.
8CONNECTIONS
Connecting the audio components (1)
AC OUTLET
AC 230V 50Hz
SWITCHED
100W MAX.
R
INTPUTOUTPUT
LRL
RL
RL RL
RL
RL
L
R
AUDIO OUT
FRONT SUBWOOFER CENTER SURROUND
AUDIO IN
SWITCHED 100W MAX.
AC OUTLET
SWITCHED TOTAL 120W MAX.
AC 120V 60Hz
AC OUTLET
for Taiwan R.O.C. model for Asia model
Connecting a tape deck
Connections for recording:
Connect the tape deck’s recording input jacks (LINE IN or REC) to this unit’s tape
recording (CDR/TAPE OUT) jacks using pin plug cords.
Connections for playback:
Connect the tape deck’s playback output jacks (LINE OUT or PB) to this unit’s tape
playback (CDR/TAPE IN) jacks using pin plug cords.
CD recorder or Tape deck
Power supply cord
AC 230V, 50Hz (ASIA model)
AC 220V, 50Hz (CHINA model)
AC 120V, 60Hz (TAIWAN R.O.C. model)
Decoder with 6-channel analog
output
Subwoofer jack
Connect the internal amplifier’s
subwoofer to the subwoofer terminal.
(Refer to page 8.)
Connecting the AC OUTLTETS
AC OUTLET
•SWITCHED
(total capacity – 120 W – for Taiwan R.O.C. model)
(total capacity – 100 W – for Asia model)
The power to these outlets is turned on and off in conjunction with the
POWER operation switch on the main unit, and when the power is
switched between on and standby from the remote control unit.
No power is supplied from these outlets when this unit’s power is at
standby. Never connect equipment whose total capacity is above 120
W for Taiwan R.O.C. model (100 W for Asia model).
NOTE:
Only use the AC OUTLET for audio equipment. Never use them for
hair driers, TVs or other electrical appliances.

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Connecting the audio components (2)
AC OUTLET
AC 230V 50Hz
SWITCHED
100W MAX.
R
L
RL
RL
OUTPUT
OPTICAL
DIGITALAUDIODIGITALAUDIO
AUDIO OUT
DIGITAL OUT
OUTPUT
B
COAXIAL
DIGITALAUDIODIGITALAUDIO
OUTPUT
DIGITAL OUT
CD player
Connecting a CD player
Connect the CD player’s analog
output jacks (ANALOG OUTPUT) to
this unit’s CD jacks using pin plug
cords.
MD recorder, CD recorder or other component
equipped with digital output jacks
CD player or other component
equipped with digital output jacks
Connecting the DIGITAL jacks
Use these for connections to audio equipment with digital
output. Refer to page 12 for instructions on setting this
terminal.
NOTES:
•Use 75 Ω/ohms cable pin cords for coaxial connections.
•Use optical cables for optical connections, removing the
cap before connecting.
Connecting the video components
To connect the video signal, connect using a 75 Ω/ohms video signal cable cord. Using an improper cable can
result in a drop in sound quality.
R OUT
VIDEO
OUT
L
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
R OUT
VIDEO
OPTICAL
OUT
L
AUDIO
OUT
DIGITAL
R OUT IN
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT IN
LRL
RLRL
R
L
R
L
R
L
L
R
L
R
RLIN
VIDEO
B
COAXIAL
B
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
AUDIO OUT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN
VIDEO OUT DIGITAL OUT
VIDEO OUT DIGITAL OUT
TV or DBS tuner
DVD player or video disc player (VDP), etc.
Monitor TV
Connecting a TV/DBS tuner
TV/DBS
•Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the
(yellow) TV/DBS IN jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.
•Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUTPUT) to the
TV/DBS IN jacks using pin plug cords.
AUDIO
VIDEO
Connecting a DVD player or a video disc player (VDP)
MONITOR OUT
• Connect the TV’s video input jack
(VIDEO INPUT) to the
MONITOR OUT jack using a 75
Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.
VIDEO
NOTE:
•Connection of the video disc Player Equipped with
Dolby Digital RF Output Jack.
•Please use a commercially available adaptor when
connecting the Dolby Digital RF output jack of the
video disc player to the digital input jack.
Please refer to the instruction manual of the adapter
when making connections.
Video deck
Video input/output connections:
•Connect the video deck’s video output jack (VIDEO OUT) to the (yellow) VCR IN jack, and the video deck’s video input
jack (VIDEO IN) to the (yellow) VCR OUT jack using 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cords.
Connecting the audio output jacks
•Connect the video deck’s audio output jacks (AUDIO OUT) to the VCR IN jacks, and the video deck’s audio input jacks
(AUDIO IN) to the VCR OUT jacks using pin plug cords.
AUDIO
AUDIO
VIDEO
VIDEO
Connecting a video decks
DVD
•Connect the DVD player’s (video disc player’s) video output jack (VIDEO OUTPUT) to the
(yellow) DVD/VDP IN jack using a 75 Ω/ohms video coaxial pin plug cord.
•Connect the DVD player’s (video disc player’s) analog audio output jacks (ANALOG AUDIO
OUTPUT) to the DVD/VDP IN jacks using pin plug cords.
•For better sound quality, we recommend using the DVD player with digital rather than analog
connections.
DVD players and VDP can also be connected to the VCR terminals.
AUDIO
VIDEO
Connecting a monitor TV

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IN
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
OUT IN
S-VIDEO
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
B
B
DVD player or video disc player (VDP), etc. Monitor TV
Video deck
TV or satellite broadcast tuner
Connecting a DVD player or video disc player (VDP)
Connecting a monitor TV
Connecting the video decks
Connecting a TV/DBS tuner
DVD/VDP
•Connect the DVD player’s or video disc player’s
S-Video output jack to the S-VIDEO DVD/VDP IN
jack using an S-Video connection cord.
MONITOR OUT
•Connect the TV’s S video input (S-VIDEO
INPUT) to the MONITOR OUT
jack using a S jack connection cord.
S-VIDEO
•Connect the TV’s or DBS tuner’s S video output jack
(S-VIDEO OUTPUT) to the TV/DBS IN jack
using an S-Video connection cord.
S-VIDEO
•Connect the video deck’s S output jack (S-OUT) to the
VCR IN jack and the video deck’s S input jack (S-IN) to the
VCR OUT jack using S-Video connection cords.
S-VIDEO
S-VIDEO
Connecting the video components equipped with S-Video jacks
•When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.
•A note on the S input jacks
The input selectors for the S inputs and pin jack inputs work in conjunction with each other.
•Precaution when using S-jacks
This unit’s S-jacks (input and output) and video pin jacks (input and output) have independent circuit
structures, so that video signals input from the S-jacks are only output from the S-jack outputs and video
signals input from the pin jacks are only output from the pin jack outputs.
When connecting this unit with equipment that is equipped with S-jacks, keep the above point in mind and
make connections according to the equipment’s instruction manuals.
R VIDEO OUTL
OUTPUT
LINE OUT
VIDEO OUT
VIDEO OUT
LINE OUT
R VIDEO OUTL
OUTPUT
LR
L
R
L
R
Video game Connecting a Video game equipment
•Connect the Video game equipment’s output jacks to this
unit’s V. AUX INPUT jacks.
Video camera Connecting a Video camera equipment
•Connect the Video camera equipment’s output jacks to
this unit’s V. AUX INPUT jacks.
Connecting the antenna terminals
DIRECTION OF
BROADCASTING
STATION
75 Ω/ohms
COAXIAL
CABLE
FM ANTENNA
FM INDOOR
ANTENNA
(An Accessory)
AM LOOP
ANTENNA
(An Accessory)
AM OUTDOOR
ANTENNA
GROUND
1
4
23
AM loop antenna assembly
Connect to the AM
antenna terminals.
Remove the vinyl tie
and take out the
connection line.
Bend in the reverse
direction.
a. With the
antenna on
top any
stable
surface.
b. With the
antenna
attached to
a wall.
Mount
Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.
Connection of AM antennas
1. Push the
lever.
2. Insert the
conductor.
3. Return the
lever.
NOTES:
•Do not connect two FM antennas
simultaneously.
•Even if an external AM antenna is used, do
not disconnect the AM loop antenna.
•Make sure AM loop antenna lead terminals
do not touch metal parts of the panel.

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Speaker Impedance
•When speaker systems A and B are use separately,
speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 Ω/ohms can
be connected for use as front speakers.
•Be careful when using two pairs of front speakers
(A + B) at the same time, since use of speakers
with an impedance of 12 to 16 Ω/ohms.
•Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 Ω/ohms
can be connected for use as center and surround
speakers.
•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.
NOTE:
•NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the
power is on. Doing so could result in electric
shocks.
Connecting the speaker cords
1. Loosen by turning
counterclockwise.
2. Insert the
cord.
3. Tighten by
turning
clockwise.
Speaker system 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 cord come
in contact with adjacent terminals, with other
speaker cord conductors, or with the rear panel.
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 LED
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.
1. Push the lever. 2. Insert the
cord.
3. Return the
lever.
AC OUTLET
AC 230V 50Hz
SWITCHED
100W MAX.
(L)(
R)
(L) (R)(L) (R)
Connection jack for subwoofer with
built-in amplifier (super woofer), etc.
To achieve Dolby Digital playback
effect, use a unit that can
sufficiently reproduce
frequencies of under 80 Hz.
CENTER SPEAKER
SYSTEM
FRONT SPEAKER
SYSTEMS (A)
•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.
FRONT SPEAKER
SYSTEMS (B)
SURROUND SPEAKER SYSTEMS

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Point the remote control unit at the remote control
sensor as shown on the diagram at the left.
NOTES:
•The remote control unit can be used from a straight
distance of approximately 7 meters, but this
distance will shorten or operation will become
difficult if there are obstacles between the remote
control unit and the remote control sensor, if the
remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight
or other strong light, or if operated from an angle.
•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.
Approx. 7 m
30°
30°
Using the remote control unit
USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
Following the procedure outlined below, insert the batteries before using the remote control unit.
Inserting the batteries
qRemove the remote control
unit’s rear cover.
wInsert the R6P/AA batteries properly,
as shown on the diagram.
eClose the lid.
NOTES:
•Use only R6P/AA batteries for replacement.
•Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration inside the battery compartment.)
•Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter will not be used for an extended period of time.
•If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid touching the leaked material or letting it come in contact
with clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries.
•Have replacement batteries on hand so that the old batteries can be replaced as quickly as possible when the
time comes.
•Even if less than a year has passed, 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. Replace
it with a new battery as soon as possible.)
SETTING UP THE SYSTEM
•Once all connections with other AV components have been completed as described in “CONNECTIONS”
(see pages 5 to 8), make the various settings described below on the display.
These settings are required to set up the listening room’s AV system centered around the this unit.
SYSTEM SETUP button
Press this to display the system setup on the display.
ENTER button
Press this to switch the display.
Also use this button to complete the setting.
CURSOR buttons (•, ª, 0 , 1 )
Press this change what appears on the display.
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2Use the following buttons to set up the system:
1Set the slide switch to “AUDIO”.
•System setup items and default values (set upon shipment from the factory)
System setup Default settings
Speaker
Configuration
Subwoofer
mode
Digital In
Assignment
Input the combination of speakers in your
system and their corresponding sizes
(SMALL for regular speakers, LARGE for
full-size, full-range) to automatically set the
composition of the signals output from the
speakers and the frequency response.
This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing
deep bass signals.
This assigns the digital input jacks
for the different input sources. Input
source
Digital
Inputs
Front Sp.
Large
Center Sp. Surround Sp. Sub Woofer
Small Small Yes
Subwoofer mode = Normal
Front & Sub Woofer Center Surround L & R
3.6 m 3.6 m 3.0 m
DVD/VDP TV/DBS
COAX OPTICAL
Delay Time
This parameter is for optimizing the timing with
which the audio signals are produced from the
speakers and subwoofer according to the
listening position.
NOTE:
•The system setup is not displayed when “HEADPHONE ONLY” is selected.

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Before setting up the system
2Press the SYSTEM SETUP button to enter the setting.
*SYSTEM SET UP
1Check that all the components are correct, then press the POWER
operation switch on the main unit to turn on the power.
(Main unit)
NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO” position of the slide switch on the
remote control unit.
3Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the speaker
configuration set up.
NOTE: Press the SYSTEM SETUP button again to finish system set up. System set up can be finished at
any time. The changes to the settings made up to that point are entered.
Setting the speaker configuration
1Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select your front speaker type.
1 FRONT LARGE LARGE SMALL
(Initial)
(left) button (right) button
Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the center speaker setting.
2Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select your center speaker type.
2 CENTER SMALL
LARGE SMALL NONE
(Initial)
(left) button (right) button
Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the surround speaker
setting.
NOTE: When “Small” has been selected for the front speakers, “Large” cannot be selected for the center
speaker.
3Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select your surround speaker type.
3 SURR. SMALL
LARGE SMALL NONE
(Initial)
(left) button (right) button
Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the subwoofer setting.
NOTE: When “Small” has been selected for the front speakers, “Large” cannot be selected for the
surround speakers.
4Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select your subwoofer setting.
4 S.WOOFER YES
YES NO
(Initial)
(left) button (right) button
Press the ENTER or (down) button to enter the settings and switch to the
Subwoofer mode setting.
•Parameters
Large…… Select this when using speakers that can fully reproduce low sounds of below 80 Hz.
Small…… Select this when using speakers that cannot reproduce low sounds of below 80 Hz with sufficient
volume. When this setting is selected, low frequencies of below 80 Hz are assigned to the
subwoofer.
None…… Select this when no speakers are installed.
Yes/No…. Select “Yes” when a subwoofer is installed, “No” when it’s not installed.
NOTE:
Select “Large” or “Small” not according to the physical size of the speaker, but according to the bass
reproduction capacity at 80 Hz. If you cannot determine the best setting, try comparing the sound when set to
“Small” and when set to “Large”, at a level that will not damage the speakers.
Caution:
In case the subwoofer is not used, be sure to set “Subwoofer = No”, or the bass sound of front channel is
divided to subwoofer channel and not reproduced in some mode.
Setting the Subwoofer mode
1Use the (left) and (right) buttons to select the Subwoofer mode.
5 SW MODE NORM
NORM +MAIN
(Initial)
(left) button (right) button
Press the ENTER or (down) button to enter the setting and switch to the
Speaker distance setting.

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NOTES:
— Assignment of low frequency signal range —
•The only signals produced from the subwoofer channel are LFE signals (during playback of Dolby Digital or
DTS signals) and the low frequency signal range of channels set to “SMALL” in the setup menu. The low
frequency signal range of channels set to “LARGE” are produced from those channels.
— Subwoofer mode —
•The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when “LARGE” is set for the front speakers and “YES” is set
for the subwoofer in the “Speaker Configuration” settings (see page 10).
If “SMALL” is set for the front speakers or “NO” is set for the subwoofer, the subwoofer mode setting
does not affect playback of low frequency signal range.
•When the “+MAIN” playback mode is selected, the low frequency signal range of channels set to
“LARGE” are produced simultaneously from those channels and the subwoofer channel.
In this playback mode, the low frequency range expand more uniformly through the room, but depending
on the size and shape of the room, interference may result in a decrease of the actual volume of the low
frequency range.
•When the “NORM” playback mode is selected, the low frequency signal range of channels set to
“LARGE” are only produced from those channels. In this playback mode there tends to be little
interference of the low frequency range in the room.
•Try playing the music or movie source and select the playback mode providing the stronger low frequency
range sound.
Input the distances from the listening position to the speakers and set the surround delay time.
Preparations:
Measure the distances from the listening position to the speakers
(L1 to L3 on the diagram at the right).
L1: Distance from center speaker to listening position
L2: Distance from front speakers to listening position
L3: Distance from surround speakers to listening position
CAUTION:
Set the center speaker at the same distance from the front speakers (left and right) or the subwoofer, or so
that the difference in distance (L2 – L1) is 1.5 meters or less.
Set the surround speakers (left and right) at the same distance from the front speakers (left and right) or the
subwoofer, or so that the difference in distance (L2 – L3) is 4.5 meters or less.
Setting the delay time
L1
L2
L3
Center FRFL
SL
Listening
position
SR
1Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the distance from the front
speakers and subwoofer to the listening position.
6 FRNT/SW 3.6m
Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the center speaker setting.
•The number changes in units of 0.1 meter each time one of the buttons is
pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance.
(“/SW” appears only when subwoofer = yes.)
NOTE: The speaker distance can be adjusted between 0 and 18 meters in steps of 0.1 meter.
2Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the distance from the center
speaker to the listening position.
7 CENTER 3.6m
Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch to the surround speakers
setting.
•The number changes in units of 0.1 meter each time one of the buttons is
pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance.
NOTE: No setting when “None” has been selected for the center speaker.
3Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the distance from the surround
speakers to the listening position.
8 SURR. 3.0m
Press the ENTER or (down) button to enter the setting and switch the
DIGITAL input (COAX) setting.
•The number changes in units of 0.1 meter each time one of the buttons is
pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance.
NOTE: No setting when “None” has been selected for the surround speakers.

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Input the type of components connected to the digital input terminals.
Setting the Digital In Assignment
1Use the (left) and (right) buttons to assign the input function connected
to the COAXIAL input (COAXIAL) terminal.
9 COAX DVD
CD DVD TV VCR V.AUX CDR OFF
(Initial)
(left) button (right) button
Press the ENTER or (down) button to switch the optical input (OPT) setting.
•Select “OFF” if nothing is connected.
2Use the (left) and (right) buttons to assign the input function connected
to the OPTICAL input (OPT) terminal.
10 OPT TV
CD DVD TV VCR V.AUX CDR OFF
(Initial)
(left) button (right) button
Press the ENTER or (down) button if you want to start the settings over
from the beginning.
•Select “OFF” if nothing is connected.
NOTE: TUNER cannot be selected.
After setting up the system
1Press the SYSTEM SETUP button to finish system set up.
This completes the system setup operations. Once the system is set up, there is no need to make the
settings again unless other components or speakers are connected to or the speaker layout is changed.
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
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3
2
1
3
Operating DENON audio components
3Operate the audio component.
•For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.
While this remote control is compatible with a wide range of infrared controlled components, some
models of components may not be operated with this remote control.
1. CD player (CD) and CD recorder and MD
recorder (CDR/MD) system buttons
2. Tape deck (TAPE) system buttons
6, 7:Manual search
(reverse and forward)
2:Stop
1:Play
8, 9:Auto search (Cue)
3: Pause
DISC SKIP +: Switch discs
(for CD changers only)
6: Rewind
7:Fast forward
2:Stop
1:Forward play
0:Reverse play
A/B : Switch between sides A and B
•Turn on the power of the different components before operating them.
1Set mode switch 1 to “AUDIO”.
2Set mode switch 2 to the position for the component to be
operated. (CD, CDR/MD or Tape deck)
3. Tuner system buttons
SHIFT : Switch preset channel range
CHANNEL +, – : Preset channel (up/down)
TUNING +, – : Frequency (up/down)
BAND : Switch between AM and FM bands
MODE : Switch between auto and mono
MEMORY : Preset memory
NOTE: TUNER can be operated when the switch is at “AUDIO” position.

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DENON and other makes of components can be operated by setting the preset memory.
This remote control unit can be used to operate components of other manufacturers without using the learning
function by registering the manufacturer of the component as shown on the List of Preset Codes (pages 87~89).
Operation is not possible for some models.
Preset memory
1Set mode switch 1 to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.
2
4Referring to the included List of Preset Codes, use the number buttons to input the
preset code (a 3-digit number) for the manufacturer of the component whose signals
you want to store in the memory.
123
456
789
0
5To store the codes of another component in the memory, repeat steps 1 to 4.
3
2
1
4
3
Set mode switch 2 to the component to be
registered.
NOTES:
•The signals for the pressed buttons are emitted while setting the preset memory. To avoid accidental
operation, cover the remote control unit’s transmitting window while setting the preset memory.
•Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function cannot be used for some models, even if
they are of makes listed on the included list of preset codes.
•Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote control code. Refer to the included list of preset
codes to change the number and check.
•The preset memory can be set for one component only among the following: CDR/MD, DVD/VDP
and DBS/CABLE.
The preset codes are as follows upon shipment from the factory and after resetting:
TV, VCR......................................................................HITACHI
CD, TAPE ...................................................................DENON
CDR/MD ....................................................................DENON (CDR)
DVD/VDP ...................................................................DENON (DVD)
DBS/CABLE ...............................................................ABC (CABLE)
Set the AUDIO side for the CD, Tape deck or
CDR/MD position, to the VIDEO side for the
DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.
3Press the ON/SOURCE button and the OFF
button at the same time.
•Indicator flash.
Operating component stored in the preset memory
3
2
1
3
3
NOTE:
•Some manufacturers use different names for
the DVD remote control buttons, so also refer to
the instructions on remote control for that
component.
2Operate the component.
•For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.
Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit.
1. Digital video disc player (DVD) system buttons
POWER : Power on/standby
(ON/SOURCE)
OFF : DENON DVD power off
6,7:Manual search
(forward and reverse)
2:Stop
1:Play
8,9:Auto search (to beginning of track)
3: Pause
0 ~ 9, +10 : 10 key
DISC SKIP + : Disc skip (for DVD changer only)
DISPLAY : Switch display
MENU : Menu
RETURN : Return
SETUP : Setup
ENTER : Enter setting
•, ª,
0 , 1 :Cursor up, down, left and right
1Set mode switch 1 to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.
2Set mode switch 2 to the component you want
to operate.
Set the AUDIO side for the CD, Tape deck or
CDR/MD position, to the VIDEO side for the
DVD/VDP, DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.

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2. Video disc player (VDP) system buttons
POWER : Power on/standby
(ON/SOURCE)
6,7:Manual search
(forward and
reverse)
2:Stop
1:Play
8,9:Auto search (cue)
3: Pause
0~9, +10 : 10 key
3. Video deck (VCR) system buttons
POWER : Power
(ON/SOURCE) on/standby
6,7:Manual search
(forward and
reverse)
2:Stop
1:Play
3: Pause
Channel +, – : Channels
5. Monitor TV (TV) system buttons
POWER : Power
(ON/SOURCE) on/standby
MENU : Menu
RETURN : Return
•, ª,
0 , 1 :Cursor up,
down, left and
right
ENTER : Enter
CHANNEL : Switch channels
+, –
0~9, +10 : Channels
DISPLAY : Switch display
TV/VCR : Switch between
TV and video
player
TV VOL +, – : Volume up/down
NOTES:
•For this CD, CDR, MD and TAPE components, buttons can be operated in the same way as for Denon
audio components (page 12).
•The TV can be operated when the switch is at DVD/VDP, VCR, TV position.
4. Digital broadcast satellite (DBS) tuner and
cable (CABLE) system buttons
POWER : Power on/standby
(ON/SOURCE)
MENU : Menu
RETURN : Return
•, ª,
0 , 1 :Cursor up, down,
left and right
ENTER : Enter
CHANNEL : Switch channels
+, –
0~9, +10 : Channels
DISPLAY : Switch display
TV VOL +, – : Volume up/down
•“Punch Through” is a function allowing you to operate the PLAY, STOP, MANUAL SEARCH and AUTO
SEARCH buttons on the CD, TAPE, CDR/MD, DVD/VDP or VCR components when in the DBS/CABLE or TV
mode. By default, nothing is set.
Punch Through
1Set mode switch 1 to “VIDEO”.
2
4Input the number of the
component you want to
set. (See Table 1)
123
456
789
0
3
2
1
4
3
Set mode switch 2 to the component to be
registered (DBS/CABLE or TV).
3Press the DVD/VDP power button and the TV
power button at the same time.
•Indicator flash.
CD
TAPE
CDR/MD
DVD/VDP
VCR
No setting
No.
1
2
3
4
5
0
Table 1

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OPERATION
1 2
1
2
Before operating
•¢ON/STANDBY
The power turns on and power indicator is
lit.
Several seconds are required from the time
the power operation switch is set to the “¢
ON/STANDBY” position until sound is
output. This is due to the built-in muting
circuit that prevents noise when the power
switch is turned on and off.
Set the power operation switch to this
position to turn the power on and off from
the included remote control unit.
•£OFF
The power turns off and power indicator is
off.
In this position, the power cannot be turned
on and off from the remote control unit.
•The front speaker A, B setting can be also be
changed with the SPEAKER button on the
remote control unit.
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Preparations:
Check that all connections are proper.
1Turn on the power.
Press the power operation switch (button).
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
2Select the front speakers.
Press the SPEAKER A or B button turn the
speaker on.
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
3
1 2 5
Playing the input source
5
1
3
2
1Select the input source to be played.
Example: CD
AUTO PCM DTS
•Selecting the external input (EXT. IN) mode.
Press the EXT. IN (or the EXT. IN button on
the remote control unit) to switch the
external input.
•Selecting the AUTO, PCM and DTS modes.
The mode switches as shown below each
time the INPUT MODE button is pressed.
Input mode selection function
Different input modes can be selected for the different
input sources. The selected input modes for the separate
input sources are stored in the memory.
qAUTO (All auto mode)
In this mode, the types of signals being input to the
digital and analog input jacks for the selected input
source are detected and the program in the AVR-
1404/484’s surround decoder is selected automatically
upon playback. This mode can be selected for all input
sources other than TUNER.
The presence or absence of digital signals is detected,
the signals input to the digital input jacks are identified
and decoding and playback are performed
automatically in DTS, Dolby Digital or PCM (2 channel
stereo) format. If no digital signal is being input, the
analog input jacks are selected.
Use this mode to play Dolby Digital signals.
wPCM (exclusive PCM signal playback mode)
Decoding and playback are only performed when PCM
signals are being input.
Note that noise may be generated when using this
mode to play signals other than PCM signals.
eDTS (exclusive DTS signal playback mode)
Decoding and playback are only performed when DTS
signals are being input.
rANALOG (exclusive analog audio signal playback
mode)
The signals input to the analog input jacks are decoded
and played.
tEXT. IN (external decoder input jack selection mode)
The signals being input to the external decoder input
jacks are played without passing through the surround
circuitry.
NOTE:
•Note that noise will be output when CDs or LDs
recorded in DTS format are played in the “PCM”
(exclusive PCM signal playback) or “ANALOG”
(exclusive analog audio signal playback) mode. Select
the AUTO or DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback) mode
when playing signals recorded in DTS from a laser disc
player.
2Select the input mode.
•Selecting the analog mode
Press the ANALOG button to switch to the
analog input.
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
Notes on playing a source encoded with DTS
•Noise may be generated at the beginning of
playback and while searching during DTS
playback in the AUTO mode. If so, play in
the DTS mode.
•In some rare cases the noise may be
generated when you preform the operation
to stop playback of a DTS-CD or DTS-LD.

•To increase the bass or treble: Turn the
control clockwise. (The bass or treble sound
can be increased to up to +10 dB in steps of
2 dB.)
•To decrease the bass or treble: Turn the
control counterclockwise. (The bass or treble
sound can be decreased to up to –10 dB in
steps of 2 dB.)
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3Select the play mode.
Press the SURROUND MODE button, then turn
the SELECT knob.
Example: Stereo
The volume can be adjusted within the
range of –60 to 0 to 18 dB, in steps of 1 dB.
However, when the channel level is set as
described on page 18, if the volume for any
channel is set at +1 dB or greater, the
volume cannot be adjusted up to 18 dB. (In
this case the maximum volume is adjusted
to “18 dB — (Maximum value of channel
level)”.)
Input mode when playing DTS sources
•Noise will be output if DTS-compatible CDs or LDs
are played in the “ANALOG” or “PCM” mode.
When playing DTS-compatible sources, be sure to
connect the source component to the digital input
jacks (OPTICAL/COAXIAL) and set the input mode
to “DTS”.
4Start playback on the selected component.
•For operating instructions, refer to the
component’s manual.
5Adjust the volume.
(Main unit) (Remote control
unit)
The volume level
is displayed on
the master
volume level
display.
To select the surround mode
while adjusting the surround
parameters, channel volume
or tone control, press the
surround mode button then
operate the selector.
(Main unit)
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
Input mode display
ANALOGDIGITAL
DIGITAL
DIGITAL
ANALOG
AUTO PCM DTS
INPUT
AUTO PCM DTS
INPUT
AUTO PCM DTS
INPUT
AUTO PCM DTS
INPUT
•In the AUTO mode
•In the DIGITAL PCM mode
•In the DIGITAL DTS mode
•In the ANALOG mode
One of these lights,
depending on the input
signal.
Input signal display
SIGNAL
DIGITAL
DIGITAL
DIGITAL
SIGNAL
SIGNAL
•DOLBY DIGITAL
•DTS
•PCM
The indicator lights when digital signals
are being input properly. If the indicator
does not light, check whether the digital input
component setup (page 12) and connections are
correct and whether the component’s power is
turned on.
DIGITAL
DIGITAL
NOTE:
•The indicator will light when playing
CD-ROMs containing data other than audio
signals, but no sound will be heard.
DIGITAL
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[1] Adjusting the sound quality (tone)
After starting playback
1The tone switches as follows each time the
TONE CONTROL button is pressed.
2With the name of the volume to
be adjusted selected, turn the
SELECT knob to adjust the level.
(Main unit)
3If you do not want the bass and treble to be
adjusted, turn on the tone defeat mode.
(Main unit)
The signals do not pass
through the bass and treble
adjustment circuits, providing
higher quality sound.
BASS TREBLE
(Main unit)
2
[2] Listening over headphones
1Connect the headphones to
the PHONES jack of the front
panel.
1
PHONES
NOTE:
To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level
excessively when using headphones.
2Press the SPEAKER A or B
button turn the speaker off.
(Main unit)
CAUTION: No sound is produced from the
headphones when speakers A or B
are turned on.
1Use this to turn off the audio
output temporarily.
Press the MUTING button.
Cancelling MUTING mode.
•Press the MUTING
button again.
•Muting will also be cancelled when
MASTER VOL is adjusted up or down.
(Remote
control unit)
[3] Turning the sound off temporarily (muting)
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Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) jacks
•When the input mode is set to the external input
(EXT. IN), the play mode (STEREO, DOLBY/DTS
SURROUND, 5CH STEREO or DSP SIMULATION)
cannot be selected.
NOTES:
•In play modes other than the external input
mode, the signals connected to EXT. IN jacks
cannot be played. In addition, signals cannot be
output from channels not connected to the
input jacks.
•The external input mode can be set for any input
source. To watch video while listening to sound,
select the input source to which the video signal
is connected, then set this mode.
1Set the external input (EXT. IN) mode.
Press the EXT. IN button to switch the external
input.
Once this is selected, the input signals
connected to the FL (front left), FR (front right),
C (center), SL (surround left) and SR (surround
right) channels of the EXT. IN jacks are output
directly to the front (left and right), center,
surround (left and right) speaker systems
without passing through the surround circuitry.
In addition, the signal input to the SW
(subwoofer) jack is output to the PRE OUT
SUBWOOFER jack.
2Cancelling the external input mode
To cancel the external input (EXT. IN) setting,
press the INPUT MODE (AUTO, PCM, DTS) or
ANALOG button to switch to the desired input
mode. (See page 15.)
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Recording the program source (recording the source currently being monitored)
1Follow step 1 to 3 under “Playing the input
source”.
The signals of the source selected with the function selector button are output simultaneously to the
CDR/TAPE and VCR AUDIO OUT jacks. If a total of two tape and/or video decks are connected and set to the
recording mode, the same source can be recorded simultaneously on every decks.
2Start recording on the tape or video deck.
For instructions, refer to the component’s
operating instructions.
Simultaneous recording
NOTES:
•The AUDIO IN’s signal selected with the function selector button are output to the CDR/TAPE and VCR
AUDIO OUT jacks.
•Digital signals are not output from the audio output jack.
1Simulcast playback
Use this switch to monitor a
video source other than the audio
source.
Press the VIDEO SELECT button
repeatedly until the desired
source appears on the
display.
Cancelling simulcast
playback.
•Select “SOURCE”
using the VIDEO SELECT button.
•Switch the program source to the
component connected to the video input
jacks.
1
[4] Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image
(Remote control unit)
[5] Checking the currently playing program source, etc.
1
2
1Front panel display
•Descriptions of the unit’s
operations are also displayed
on the front panel display. In
addition, the display can be
switched to check the
unit’s operating status
while playing a source
by pressing the STATUS
button.
BRIGHT MEDIUM
OFF
DIM
(Remote control unit)
2Using the dimmer function
•Use this to change the
brightness of the display.
The display brightness
changes in four steps (bright,
medium, dim and off) by
pressing the main unit’s
DIMMER button
repeatedly.
(Remote control unit)
(Main unit)
(Main unit)
(Main unit)
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(for TAIWAN R.O.C., CHINA model)
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13 SURROUND
Before playing with the surround function
•Before playing with the surround function, be sure to use the test tones to adjust the playback level from each
speakers. This adjustment can be performed from the remote control unit, as (described) below.
•The adjustment with the test tones is only effective in the DOLBY/DTS SURROUND modes.
The adjusted playback levels for the different surround modes are automatically stored in the memory of each
surround modes.
1
2Press the TEST TONE button.
(Remote control unit)
Test tones are output from
the different speakers.
Use the channel volume
adjust buttons to adjust so
that the volume of the test
tones is the same for all
the speakers. (Remote control unit)
3After completing the adjustment, press the
TEST TONE button again.
1Set the DOLBY/DTS SURROUND (Dolby Pro
Logic II or Dolby Digital or DTS) modes.
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO”
position of the slide switch on the
remote control unit.
(Remote control unit)
2
2
2, 3
1
•After adjusting using the test tones, adjust the channel levels either according to the playback sources or to
suit your tastes, as (described) below.
FL CNTR FR SR SL
SW
1Select the speaker whose level you want to
adjust.
2
2 1
The channel switches as shown below each
time the button is pressed.
Adjust the level of the selected speaker.
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO”
position of the slide switch on the
remote control unit.
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
Only adjustable when
the channel is
selected with the CH
VOL buttons on the
main unit.
2
2
1
Default setting of channel level is 0 dB.
The level of the selected speaker can be adjusted
within the range of +12 to –12 dB.
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II mode
1Select the function to which the component
you want to play is connected.
Example: DVD
5, 74, 61 2
4, 6
5, 7
1
5, 7
2
The Dolby Surround Pro
Logic II Cinema or Music
mode can be chosen
directly by pressing the
CINEMA or MUSIC
button on the remote
control unit during
playback in the Dolby
Surround Pro Logic II
mode.
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2Select the Dolby Surround Pro Logic II mode.
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
•The Dolby Pro Logic indicator lights.
Display Light
3Play a program source with the
mark.
•For operating instructions, refer to the
manuals of the respective components.
4Set the surround parameter mode.
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
MODE cinema
Display
To perform this operation from the remote
control unit, check that the mode selector
switch is set to “AUDIO”.
5Select the optimum mode for the source.
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
or or
MODE musicMODE cinemaMODE DOLBY PL
6Set the surround parameters according to the
mode.
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
•The mode switches as shown below each
time the button is pressed.
MODE Dolby PL
CINEMA EQ
DEFAULT
MODE CINEMA
CINEMA EQ
DEFAULT
MODE MUSIC
PANORAMA
DIMENSION
CENTER WIDTH
DEFAULT
7Set the various surround parameters.
•CINEMA EQ setting
ON OFF
or or
CINEMA EQ OFF
•PANORAMA setting
ON OFF
or or
PANORAMA OFF
•DIMENSION setting
0 3 6
or or
DIMENSION 3
•CENTER WIDTH setting
0
CENTER WIDTH 3
4 7
or or
•DEFAULT setting
YES Y/N NO
or or
DEFAULT Y/N
Select “Yes” to reset to the factory defaults.
Surround parameters q
Pro Logic II Mode:
The Cinema mode is for use with stereo television shows and all programs encoded in Dolby Surround.
The Music mode is recommended as the standard mode for autosound music systems (no video), and is
optional for A/V systems.
The Dolby PL mode offers the same robust surround processing as original Pro Logic in case the source
contents is not of optimum quality.
Select one of the modes (“Cinema”, “Music” or “Dolby PL”).
Panorama Control:
This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting “wraparound”
effect with side wall imaging.
Select “OFF” or “ON”.
Dimension Control:
This control gradually adjust the soundfield either towards the front or towards the rear.
The control can be set in 7 steps from 0 to 6.
Center Width Control:
This control adjust the center image so it may be heard only from the center speaker; only from the left/right
speakers as a phantom image; or from all three front speakers to varying degrees.
The control can be set in 8 steps from 0 to 7.
2
1 1 3
4, 5, 6, 7, 8
5, 6, 7, 8
5, 6, 7, 8
5, 6, 7, 8
1
1
2
Dolby Digital mode (only with digital input) and DTS Surround (only with digital input)
Playback with a digital input
1Select the input source.
qSelect an input source set to digital
(COAXIAL/OPTICAL) (see page 12).
Example: DVD
wSet the input mode to “AUTO” or “DTS”.
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
2Select the Dolby/DTS Surround mode.
(Main unit) (Remote control unit)
3Play a program source with the ,
mark.
DIGITAL
•The DTS indicator lights when
playing DTS sources.
Light
•The Dolby Digital indicator lights
when playing Dolby Digital
sources.
Light
Stop pressing buttons once you have completed
setting the surround parameters. After several
seconds the normal display reappears and the
settings you have made are automatically set.
NOTE:
•When making parameter settings, the display
will return to the regular condition several
seconds after the last button was pressed and
the setting will be completed.
Press the surround parameter button to switch to the
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5Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the CINEMA EQ.
CINEMA EQ OFF ON OFF
(Initial)
(left) button (right) button
Press the SURROUND PARAMETER or (down) button to switch to the D.
COMP. setting.
4Set the surround parameter according to the source.
First, press the SURROUND PARAMETER button.
(Remote control unit)
NOTE: Please make sure the “AUDIO” position of the slide switch on the
remote control unit.
6Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the D. COMP.
D.COMP. OFF
OFF LOW MID HIGH
(Initial)
(left) button (right) button
Press the SURROUND PARAMETER or (down) button to switch to the LFE
setting.
NOTE: This parameter is not displayed during DTS playback.
7Use the (left) and (right) buttons to set the LFE level.
LFE 0dB -10dB -5dB 0dB
(Initial)
(left) button (right) button
•The level can be adjusted in units of 1 dB from –10 to 0 dB.
Set to the desired level according to the speaker systems being used and the
source to be played.
Press the SURROUND PARAMETER or (down) button to switch to the
default setting.
8To reset the settings to the factory defaults, use the (left) and (right) to
display “Yes”.
DEFAULT Y/N YES Y/N NO
(left) button (right) button
Press the SURROUND PARAMETER or (down) button to switch to the
CINEMA EQ. setting.
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NOTE:
•When making parameter settings, the display will return to the regular condition several seconds after the
last button was pressed and the setting will be completed.
Surround parameters w
CINEMA EQ. (Cinema Equalizer):
The Cinema EQ function gently decreases the level of the extreme high frequencies, compensating for
overly-bright sounding motion picture soundtracks. Select this function if the sound from the front speakers
is too bright.
This function only works in the Dolby Pro Logic, Dolby Digital and DTS Surround modes.
D.COMP. (Dynamic Range Compression):
Motion picture soundtracks have tremendous dynamic range (the contrast between very soft and very loud
sounds). For listening late at night, or whenever the maximum sound level is lower than usual, the Dynamic
Range Compression allows you to hear all of the sounds in the soundtrack (but with reduced dynamic range).
(This only works when playing program sources recorded in Dolby Digital.) Select one of the four parameters
(“OFF”, “LOW”, “MID” (middle) or “HIGH” (high)). Set to OFF for normal listening.
LFE (Low Frequency Effect):
Program source and adjustment range
1. Dolby Digital: –10 dB to 0 dB
2. DTS Surround: –10 dB to 0 dB
When Dolby Digital encoded software is played, it is recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set
to 0 dB for correct Dolby Digital playback.
When DTS encoded movie software is played, it is recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to
0 dB for correct DTS playback.
When DTS encoded music software is played, it is recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to
-10 dB for correct DTS playback.