Denon AVR-1610 User manual

DENON
AV SURROUND RECEIVER
AVR-1610
Owner's Manual
Manuel de l'Utilisateur
*The illustrations used for explaining operations in this manual show the buttons of
the remote control unit.
The same operations can be performed using
the buttons with the same names on
the main unit panel.
*Les illustrations des boutons presentes dans ce manuel servent aexpliquer Ie
fonctionnement de la telecommande.
Vous pouvez controler I'appareil aI'aide du
bouton portant Ie meme nom sur la
fa~ade de I'appareil.

ENGLISH FRANCAIS
oSAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
• The ventilation should not be impeded by covenng the ventilation
openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains,
etc.
• No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be I
placed on the unit
• Observe and follow local regulations regarding battery disposal.
•
Do not expose the unit to dripping or splashing fluids.
•
Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
unit
CAUTION:
To completely disconnect this product from the mains, disconnect
the plug from the wall socket outlet
The mains plug is used to completely interrupt the power supply to
the unit and must be within easy access by the user.
ATTENTION:
• La ventilation ne do it pas etre genee en recouvrant les ouvertures
de la ventilation avec des objets tels que journaux, rideaux, tissus,
etc.
•
Aucune flamme nue, par exemple une bougie, ne doit etre placee
sur I'appareil.
•Veillez a
respecter les lois en vigueur lorsque vous jetez les piles
usagees.
• L'appareil ne do it pas etre expose aI'eau ou a I'humidite.
• Ne pas poser d'objet contenant du liquide, par exemple un vase,
sur I'appareil.
PRECAUTION:
Pour deconnecter completement ce produit du courant secteur,
debranchez la prise de la prise murale.
La prise secteur est utilisee pour couper completement
I'alimentation de I'appareil et I'utilisateur doit pouvoir y acceder
facilement
IMPOTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
1 Read these instructions
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5
Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings
Install
in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one Wider than the other. Agrounding
type plug
has two blades and athird grounding prong. The Wide blade or the
third prong
are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit Into
your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table (I)
specified by the man. ufactur. er, o. r. S.Old. with th.e apparatus. B
When acart is used, use caution when moving the cart! • ~
apparatus combination to avoid Injury from tip-over. ,,&1
13. Unplug this apparatus dUring lightning storms or when l .,
unused for long periods of time. ~-
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or
the like.
CAUTION:
HOT SURFACE. DO NOT TOUCH.
The top surface over the internal heat sink may become
hot when operating this product continuously.
A RISK OF ELECTR~C SHOCK A I,.
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The excla. mation point with. in an equilate. ral triangle is intended
to alert the user
to the presence of Important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
PRECAUTION:
SURFACE CHAUDE. NE PAS TOUCHER.
La surface superieure du dissipateur de chaleur peut
devenir chaude si vous utilisez ce produit en continuo
I
ICAUTION:
I
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
ICOVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
IREFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
IA The lightning flash with arrowhead s. ym. bol, .within a. n eqUilatera. I
Itriangle,
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.
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oNOTE ON USE /OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES AL'UTILISATION
•Do not let foreign objects into the unit.
•
Ne pas laisser des objets {mangers dans
I'appareil.
• Keep the unit free from moisture, water,
and dust
•Proteger l'appareil contre I'humidite, I'eau
et
la poussiere.
• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when
installed in a rack.
• Eviler des temperatures elevees.
Tenir compte d'une dispersion de chaleur
suffisante lors de I'installation sur une
etagere.
FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)
1. PRODUCT
This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this
product may not cause harmful interference, and (21 this product must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT
This product. when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual. meets FCC requirements.
Modification not expressly approved by DEtoJOioJ IT\aY void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.
3. NOTE
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation.
This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the product OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
•Connect the product into an outlet on acircuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type
of product or an experienced radiofTV technician for
help.
This
Class Bdigital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe Best conforme ala norme NMB-003 du Canada.
•Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
•Manipuler Ie cordon d'alimentation avec
precaution.
Tenir
la prise lors du debranchement du
cordon.
• Unplug the power cord when not using the
unit for long periods of time.
• Debrancher Ie cordon d'alimentation
lorsque I'appareil n'est pas utilise pendant
de longues periodes.
•(For apparatuses with ventilation holes)
•Do not obstruct the ventilation holes
• Ne pas obsuuer les uous d'aeration.
•Do not let insecticides, benzene, and
thinner come
in contact with the unit.
•
Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides,
du benzene
et un diluant avec I'apparel!.
•Never disassemble or modify the unit
in
any way.
•
Ne jamais demonter au modifier I'appareil
d'une maniere ou d'une autre.
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Settings
oContents
Troubleshooting 55
Operating the Connected Devices by Remote
Control Unit
Other Information 49
Specifications 58
List of preset codes E'ld of thiS manual
Registering Preset Codes···
···46
Operating Registered Devices·· ···46
Assigning buttons that are Not Used to Operate Other Devices
(Punch Through Function)············································
.. ···········48
Restoring all the settings to as they were at the time of
purchase (Resetting the Microprocessor) ··57
Playback
Checking
the Status (Information) 43
Convenient functions
Playing Components 34
Playing Blu-ray Disc /
DVD Players· ·····34
iPod@ Playback ·····34
Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts ··36
Operations During Playback ···37
Selecting the Surround Mode·· ······37
CD Playing sources according to the sources' audio signal format/
number of channels (Standard Playback)· ··37
oPlaying in aDENON original surround mode······ .. ··.. ·····38
@Direct Playback ······38
®Stereo Playback . . ······39
Adjusting the Sound Field Effects (Parameter)·· ·····
.. 39
Adjusting the sound field effects (Surround Parameter) ··········
.. ·39
Adjusting the tone
(Tone Control) ······41
Making the MultEO. Dynamic
EO and Dynamic Volume settings
(Audyssey Settings)
.. ·······································-41
Adjust tonal quality for
each speaker using graphic equalizer
(Manual
EO) ·42
Restoring compressed audio to nearly pre-compressed conditions
for playback
(RESTORER) .. · . ·····43
Adjusting the audio delay time while watching the picture (Audio
Delay)····· .·········-43
HDMI Control Function ····················-44
Setting the power
to standby after acertain amount of time
(Sleep Timer Function)· ················44
Playing the picture of adifferent input source without changing
the currently playing sound (Video Select Function) ·44
Adjust the volume of the different speakers ················-45
Saving frequently used settings (Quick Select Function) .-45
Various memory functions ········-45
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···30
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·5
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Getting Started
Connections
Flow of operations through playback
Accessories· .
Cautions
on Handling
Cautions
on Installation
About the Remote Control Unit···
Inserting the Batteries···
Operating Range of the Remote Control
Unit· .
Part Names and Functions· .
Front Panel··
Display········· .
Rear Panel····
Remote Control Unit
Important Information ·
·8
Cables Used for Connections .. . 8
Converting Input video signals for Output (Video Conversion
~~~ ·······················9
How the on-screen display is displayed depending on the video
input signal·
.. ···9
Installing/Setting the Speakers·······..
.. ·10
Connecting the Speakers·· 11
Connecting Devices ... 12
Connecting Devices not Equipped with HDMI connectors ····13
Once Connections are Completed
.. ·· 16
Turning the Power On ···········16
Turning the Power Off ·······16
Menu map······ .·······17
Examples of On-screen Display and Front Display.. .18
Making the Optimum Settings for the Connected Speakers
Automatically (Audyssey Auto Setup)
Making detailed settings (Manual Setup) .
Making the input settings (Input Setup)
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Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
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Gettin Started
Flow of operations through
la back
Perform the operations leading to playback on the AVR-1610 in
the order shown below.
Connections
(Installing/Setting the Speakers (~page 10) )
~
(Connecting the Speakers (~page 11) )
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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 them,
be sure to keep them for future reference.
IAccessories
CD Owner's manual .
®Getting Started .
G) Warranty (for North America model only).
CD Service station list .
®Remote control (RC-11201 ..
®R03/AAA batteries .. .
(j) FM indoor antenna
® AM loop antenna
®Setup microphone
(DM-M09, Cord length: Approx. 25 ft / 7.6 m) 1
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Settings
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(Selecting the Surround Mode (B::Fpage 37) )
(Adjusting the Sound Field Effects (~page 39) )2

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.Operating Range of the Remote Control
Unit
Approx. 23 feet / 7 m
-N·Ua
•Replace the batteries with new ones ifthe set does not operate even
when the remote control unit is operated close to the unit.
• The supplied batteries are only for verifying operation.
•When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction,
following the "(f)" and "8" marks in the battery compartment.
• To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
•Do not use anew battery together with an old one.
• Do not use two different types of batteries
• Do not attempt to charge dry batteries.
•Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of batteries in
flames.
•If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside
of the battery compartment and insert new batteries.
•Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in
use for long periods.
•Used batteries should be disposed of in accordance with the local
regulations regarding battery disposal.
Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
-N·jia
The set may function improperly or the remote control unit may not
operate if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight,
strong artificial light from an inverter type fluorescent lamp or infrared
light.
About the Remote Control Unit
*
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Cautions on Installation
Note:
For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit in aconfined
space, such as abookcase or similar enclosure.
CD Lift the clasp and remove the @ Load the two batteries properly
rear cover. as indicated by the marks in
the battery compartment.
In addition to the AVR·1610, the included remote control unit IRC-
1120) can also be used to operate the equipment listed below.
CD DENON system components
@Non-DENON system components
•By setting the preset memory (lI2iT'page 46)
I Inserting the Batteries
Cautions on Handling
•Before turning the power switch on
Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are
no problems with the connection cables.
•Power is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is
set to the standby mode. When traveling or leaving home for long
periods of time, be sure to unplug the power cord from the power
outlet
•About condensation
If there is amajor difference in temperature between the inside of
the unit and the surroundings, condensation (dew) may form on
the operating parts inside the unit, causing the unit not to operate
properly.
If this happens, let the unit sit for an hour or two with the power
turned off and wait until there is little difference in temperature
before using the unit
•Cautions on using mobile phones
Using amobile phone near this unit may result in noise. If so, move
the mobile phone away from this unit when it is in use.
•Moving the unit
Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power
outlet
Next, disconnect the connection cables to other system units before
moving the unit
•Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the
actual unit for explanation purposes.
I
@ Put the rear cover back on.
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Buttons, connectors and displays only provided on the main unit
Part Names and Functions
IFront Panel I
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Button that function in the same way as remote control buttons
For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
o Power operation button 0 Buttons that function in the same
(ON/STANDBY) (16) way as Front Panel buttons
f) SURROUND MODE buttons .. (37)
8MENU button . (17)
eCursor buttons (t-. V'<l [» (171
oENTER button ... . (17)
oRETURN button .. (171
oQUICK SELECT buttons·· (45)
8MASTER VOLUME control knob (34)
oSOURCE SELECT knob························ (34)
~ VIDEO SELECT button (441
G) SLEEP TIMER button···· . (44)
4B RESTORER button (43)
Q) DYNAMIC EQ button (42)
eEl DYNAMIC VOLUME button· · (42)
~ MUL TEQ button · .. ·.. . (41)
4D DIMMER button (37)
4lI STATUS button (43)
....................... (38)
4 3
@ HD AUDIO indicator
@MASTERVOLUME indicator
@Display
@Remote control sensor················ (3)
@TUNING PRESET button·· (36)
@SOURCE MODE SELECT button (34)
®FRONT SPEAKER SELECT button· (371
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@ Power indicator (16)
@J Power switch (.-ON .OFF) (16, 57)
®Headphones jack (PHONES) (37)
@V. AUX INPUT connectors· (15)
@SETUP MIC jack··· (20)
@l AUDYSSEY DYNAMIC VOLUME
indicator·· (42)
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Part Names and Functions
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Decoder indicators
The indicatorforthe currently operating decoder
lights.
Input audio signal indicators
Information display
The input source name, surround mode, setting
values and other information are displayed
here.
oFront speaker indicator
These light according to the settings of the
front Aand Bspeakers (('iT'page 37).
oQUICK SELECT indicators
These light when the Ouick Select function is
set (('iT'page 45).
oMaster volume indicator
When performing setting operations, displays
the menu number.
8SLEEPTIMER indicator
Lights when the sleep timer is operating
(('iT'page 44).
6) MUTE indicator
Lights when the muting mode is set (Ejf'page
37)
5
oAUDVSSEV indicator
These light as shown below in the different
modes (('iT'page 41).
:During "MultEO" operation
L- __ --'
:During "MultEO" ,"Dynamic EO"
c..=..:..:..:.----..:~ operation
:During "MultEO" ,"Dynamic EO';
L:....C':":"":''':''::'''--.J "DynamicVolume" operation
*When speaker settings are changed after the
Audyssey Auto Setup procedure, either the
indicators' frame turns off or all the indicators
turn off.
Gil Input mode indicators
4D S.BACK indicator
Lights when surround back audio signals are
being output from the SURR. BACK /FRONT
HEIGHT PRE OUT connectors (('iT'page 25).
48 RESTORER indicator
Lights during" RESTORER" operation (('iT'page
43)
~ HDMI indicator
Lights when HDMI input signals are detected
(('iT'page 13).
~ Tuner reception mode indicators
This lights according to the reception conditions
when the input source is set to "TUNER".
-AUTO
This lights when in the auto tuning mode.
-STEREO
In the FM mode, this lights when receiving
analog stereo broadcasts.
-TUNED
This lights when the broadcast is properly
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«i> Control Dock for iPod S-Video input connector .. · (14)
m Control Dock for iPod DOCK CONTROL jack (14)
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(16)
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Part Names and Functions
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SPEAKERS
o Analog audio connectors
o FM/ AM antenna tenninals
f) Speaker tenninals
oPower cord · ·
(13)
····(14)
·(15)
......... (11)
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oHDMI connectors ..
8 Digital audio connectors
•VIDEO connectors·····················
e PRE OUT connectors .
IRear Panel
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Part Names and Functions
Operations possible by remote control
oPunch through setting (Gr'page 48)
Operable devices
AVR-1610 and Tuner
@
SOURCE
SELECT
button
TV
o TV
~
U DVD Player or CD player
.... ----~ -- ------------ ------_ .
UBlu-ray disc player
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UDigital video recorder
------ .. ~--- ----- _---------_ _-- .
UVideo deck
....... is (3·li -- ----- --- .
Satellite receiver or Cable TV
( DEVICE 1
TUNER/AMP
CD
DEVICE SELECT
switch
oOperations on the AVR-1610
oOperations on six devices other that the AVR-
1610
Preset the remote control codes of the devices to be operated
beforehand ((F'page 46).
CD Switch the DEVICE SELECT switch according to the device to be
operated.
CV Press the SOURCE SELECT button for the device to be
operated.
* For detailed operating instructions, see "Operating registered
devices" ((F'page 46)
For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses
( )
oRemote control signal transmitter
8Power buttons····················· ... ... (16)
oQUICK SELECT buttons·(45)
oSOURCE SELECT buttons··(34)
oVIDEO SELECT button·· (441
oDYNAMIC VOLUME button ... (42)
8 MUL TEQ button············· .... . (41)
oDYNAMIC EQ button (42)
o MENU button .(17)
4D> Cursor buttons (6 \7 <l l» (17)
Q) ENTER button··························.. .(17)
~ SEARCH button (35)
~ System buttons . (46)
~ Surround mode buttons .(37)
4I!l TV POWER button ···············..···(47)
~ TV INPUT button ·(47)
~ FRONT HEIGHT SPEAKER ON/OFF button ..... (411
4ID INPUT MODE button (32)
~ SLEEP TIMER button ·········(44)
€i> Device select switch (34, 46)
~ MUTING button .·······(37)
~ Channel level adjustment button·· ····(45)
@l Master volume control buttons . (34)
~ RETURN button . .. (17)
@l DIMMER button .. (37)
~ STATUS button············· (43)
@I RESTORER button·· .. (43)
~ Number buttons (0 - 9) .... ···(46)
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Connections
Set as necessary
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Video cables
Coaxial digital cable
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Coaxial digital
connections
Optical digital
connections Optical cable
Analog (Whitel G
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connections
IRed) GG R R
Stereo pin-plug cable
Analog
connections G9J[J::
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(monaural. for Pin-plug cable
subwoofer)
Speaker +) ( +
connections
Speaker cables
Component
(Green) GG
video
(BluelG
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connections
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Component video
cable
S-Video @0c;{] @
connections S-Video
cable
Video
(YellowlG
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:UP
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connections 75 O/ohms pin-plug video cable
Select the cables according to the equipment being connected.
ICables Used for Connections
After connectionsare completed, certain settings mustbe made on
the receiver. Make the settings indicated U
for the individual items.
tN.n •
• Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been
completed.
•When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions
of the other components.
•
Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly Ileft with left,
right with right).
•
Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing
so
can result in humming or noise.
Connections for all compatible audio and video signal fonnats
are described in this owner's manual. Please select the types of
connections suited for the equipment you are connecting.
Important Information
oHDMI (& page 12)
oMonitor (TV) (&page 13)
oPlayback Components
•Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player (&page 14)
•iPod® (&page 14)
oSAT/CABLETuner (&page 14)
oRecording Components
• DVD Recorder (&page 15)
•Video Cassette Recorder (& page 15)
oOther Devices
•Video Camera /Game Console (& page 15)
•Antenna terminals (&page 16)
oPower Cord
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When the volume is adjusted
[Au t 01
IN
:ovo
~OOE:
STEREO
Master Volume
-80.0dB
•Status display screen
When the input source
is
switched
1. Par ame t e r
2. Information
3. Auto Setup
4. Manua ISe tUP
5.lnput Setup
MENU
[ENT] :Select
•Menu screen
The way the on-screen display of the menus, status, etc., is displayed differs according to the type of video
signal input to the
AVR-1610.
When video signals are being input from the S-Video or video connectors
Status display: The operating status is displayed temporarily on the
screen when the input source
is switched or the
volume
is adjusted.
When video signals are input from the HOM Ior component video connectors
Important Information
." .:: - -'. . .
H9~~tf)e.~~o-scre,eh display is displayed depending on the
v~~. il)pi.lt,~gnal
•Menu: Switches to ascreen with ablack background and the menu is superimposed. (*)
•Status display: Not displayed.
*: If you want to display the menus superimposed on the picture being played, input the same video
signals to the S-Video or video connectors. When amenu
is displayed, the picture switches to the one
being input from the S-Video or video connectors
and the menu is displayed superimposed over this
picture.
-M·jia
Menus and status display screens are not displayed for component video connector pictures. To
display them. also connect the video connectors.
•Menu: Menus are displayed superimposed over the picture being played.
•Status display: Displayed.
oExamples of on-screen display
Monitor (TV)
D
.ii
Component video
connectors
HDMI connector
e
Video connector
AVR-1610
91°= 10
o. 0 ••• +.<En) ...
@
S-Video
connector
e
Video connector
Video devices
I I
e
Video connector
HOMI connector
• i i c::::::=~~
Component video
connectors
S-Video connector
The AVR-1610 is equipped with four types of video input connectors (HDMI, Component video, S-Video
and video)
and three types of video output connectors (HOMI, Component video and video),
Use the connectors according to the devices to
be connected.
This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-1610 into the format
used to output the video signals from the
AVR-1610 to amonitor.
The video conversion function supports the NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC 4.43, PAl-N, PAl-M and PAl-60
formats.
-N·Ua
•The S-Video input connector is exclusively for use with aControl Dock for iPod. It can be used when the
Control Dock for
iPod is connected to the connector assigned to the iPod input source.
•HOMI signals cannot
be converted into analog signals.
•When anon-standard video signal from agame machine or some other source
is input, the video
conversion function might not operate.
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Surround
~ speaker
...J1 2to 3feet /
~ 60t090cm
*3: 90'
*4: 110'
Surround
speaker~
2to 3feet / Ul
60t090~
[As seen from the side)
[As seen from the side)
* 1: 22 - 30'
*2: 120'
Front
speaker
/
Front speakers
[As seen from above]
[As seen from above)
oWhen 5.1 ch Connected
oWhen 7.1ch (Front Height Speaker) Connected
*4: 30'
-*5: 45'
[As seen from the side)
* 1: 22 - 30'
*2: 90'
*3: 110'
Surround Surround back
speaker "'i]peaker
Front
speaker
ill'-
2to 3 feet! --
/60 to 90 em Point slightly
downwards
* 1: 22 - 30'
*2: 90'
*3: 110'
D
'Surround back
speaker
Front speakers
[As seen from above]
oWhen 7.1ch (Surround Back Speaker) Connected
oWhen 6.1ch Connected
,Front
~''''ke''
Center
"speaker
Front Height speakers
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•The AVR-1610 is compatible with various types
of surround playback.
•Decide on the surround modes to be played
on
the AVR-1610 before making connections and
settings.
Installing/Setting the Speakers
tN.u_
•It is not possible to use the front height speakers and
surround back speakers simultaneously.
•
To play surround back speakers or front height speakers,
connect a
power amplifier to the AVR-1610's SURR. BACK
/FRONT HEIGHT PRE OUT connectors (&page 111
Surround back speakers
Center speaker
-------- -4J~~C~~: ----------
Subwo'ofer ~
I0Determine the Speaker Layout. Im m m m u \~~(~'~\ U U m U Ir----:::S-~~-~a-ukn-e~,...."'-- ~;-~-~~-oku-e~-d-ba-c....,k
Below we introduce examples of speaker layouts. Refer ~_---"'-'--"- /?: \··.:-----Y----____ Front 1J
to these to arrange your speakers according to their' //YS.... -- speaker 2to 3 feet11 _---
type and how you want to use them. / / *5: .... /60 to 90 c~ Point slig tly
,,/ Surround speakers ••••. downwards
Installing All the Speakers . ~ Surrou~d back Y
L ~-......:.sp!::e:::;a~ke~r.:.s-~----I .... l.L"::_- ....... '-'--'---__:_---'
[As seen from above) [As seen from the side)
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Surround
speakers
= =
oD
Front speakers
B
Surround back
speakers
To play surround back speakers or front height speakers,
connect apower amplifier to the AVR-1610's SURR. BACK /
FRONT HEIGHT PRE OUT connectors.
Make the "Pre Assign" (@"page 24) settings.
o
or
Ii)
Front speakers
A
Front Height
speakers
o
Connecting the Speakers
Subwoofer with
builtin amplifier
f
aDll
"
f,
'"
ly.llJ
-!
1
"'i&
f
1
-1
1 (7 .. 1)J
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1
Example of speaker installation
Installing/Setting the Speakers
Front Height
The speaker which plays the a
Pre Assign
mode sound output from the SURR.
(iEWpage 24) BACK I FRONT HEIGHT PRE
OUT connectors
I fJ Set the "Pre Assign" Mode According to the Speaker Layout.
The signals output from the AVR-1610's SURR. BACK /FRONT HEIGHT PRE OUT connectors can be
switched to signals of the surround mode being used liG1"page 24 "Pre Assign").
=
Nonnal Surround back
.,.
(Default)
speakers
-;,
~
~
Surround back
speakers
'* Connect to the SURR. BACK /
." Nonnal FRONT HEIGHT
PRE OUT "L"
connector.
'* Set "S.Back (Pre out)" (@"page
;-
25) to "lch".
Not connected
Nonnal
'* Set the "S.Back (Pre out)" setting
(l2rpage 25) to "None':
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Connecting the Speaker Cables
2Thrn the speaker terminal counterclockwise
~
to loosen it. ~
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"HDMI': "HDMllogo" and "High-Definition Multimedia Interface"
are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
Connecting Devices
x.v.Color
Enables displays with natural. vivid colors. "x.v.Color" is aSony
registered trademark.
Important Information
oAbout HOMI
HHDMI
H
is the abbreviation of HHigh Definition Multimedia
Interface': This interface allows transfer of digital video signals
and digital audio signals over asingle HOMI cable,
Connecting Devices Equipped with
HDMI connectors
oFunctions usable with HOMI connections
Deep Color
Eliminates on-screen color banding, for smooth tonal transitions and
subtle gradations between colors.
Protection circuit
Connecting the Speakers
If the core wires touch the rear panel and the screws etc., or the ±
sides touch each other, the protection circuit will be activated and the
power indicator will flash red at intervals
of 0.5 secs.
If the protection circuit
is activated, the speaker output is isolated, and
the power supply goes to the standby state. If the power supply is
turned off, after the power supply cord
is withdrawn, please confirm
that speaker cable
and input cable are connected.
Also, if replaying large sound levels
by using aspeaker having an
impedance less than that specified (eg, 4O/ohms), the temperature
will rise,
and the protection circuit might be activated. The power
supply will go into the standby state,
and the power indicator will flash
red at 2second intervals.
In this case, please switch off the power supply, and wait until the
AVR-1610 has cooled down, and the surrounding ventilation is good.
Even if there are no problems with the surrounding ventilation
and connections, in the event of the protection circuit becoming
activated,
due to thinking that the
AVR-1610 has failed, please contact DENON
Service center after switching off.
oWhen using abanana plug
Tighten the speaker terminal firmly
inserting the
banana plug.
Carefully check the left (L)
and right (R) channels and + (red) and -
(black) polarities on the speakers being connected to the AVR-1610,
and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly.
1Peel
off about 10 mm of sheathing from the tip
of the speaker cable, then either twist the core
wire tightly or terminate it.
3Insert the speaker cable's core wire to the hilt
~
into the speaker terminal. ~
4Thrn the speaker terminal clockwise to tighten -4k
it. ~
-#:
Use speakers with an impedance of 6to 16 O/ohms. When using front
A
and Bspeakers simultaneously, use speakers with an impedance of
12 to 16 O/ohms.
_N,n.
•Connect the speaker cables in such away that they do not stick out
of the speaker terminals.
The protection circuit may be activated if
the core wires touch the
rear panel or if the + and -sides touch each
other (~ "Protection circuit").
•Never touch the speaker terminals while the power
supply
is connected. Doing so could result in electric shock.
Auto Lip Sync (GT'page 27)
HDMI 1.3 incorporates an automatic video/audio synching capability
that allows devices to perform this synchronization automatically with
total accuracy.
HDMI control function (GT'page 27, 44)
This function allows you to operate external devices from the receiver
and operate the receiver from external devices.
-n,n.
These functions will not work if the device connected to the HDMI
connector does not support Deep Color or x.v.Color signal transfer or
the Auto Lip
Sync function.
oCopyright protection system (HOCP)
The AVR-1610 supports HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents
Protection).
HDCP is acopyright protection technology for digital video
signals.
The devices connected to the AVR-1610 must also support
HDCP
-n,n.
When adevice that does not support HDCP is connected, video
signals
are not properly output.
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-AUDIO-
OPTICAL
OUT
Monitor (TV)
For instructions on HDMI connections, see "Connecting Devices
Equipped with HDMI connectors" on page 12.
Connecting Devices not
Eui
ed with HDMI connectors
•Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
• For video connections, see" Converting input video signals for output
(Video Conversion Function)" (!3T'page 9).
I Monitor (TV)
The component video connectors may be indicated differently on your
monitor. For details, see the monitor's operating instructions.
Connecting devices
oSettings related to HOMI connections
Set as necessary. For details, see the respective reference pages.
Input connector assignment (~page 31)
Set this when changing the input sources of the different connectors.
HOMI Setup (~page 27)
Make these settings related to HDMI input/output signals.
•Auto Lip Sync
•HDMI Audio Out
•HDMI Control
•Standby Source
•Power Off Control
_~[.n*
The audio signals output from the HDMI connectors are only the
HDMI input signals.
oConnecting to adevice equipped with a OVI-O
connector
When an HDMI/DVI conversion cable (sold separately) is used, the
HDMI video signals are converted to DVI signals, allowing connection
to adevice equipped with a DVI-D connector.
-N·n*
• No sound is output when connected to adevice equipped with a
DVI-D connector. Also make the audio connections.
•Signals cannot be output to DVI-D devices that do not support
HDCP
•Depending on the combination of devices, the video signals may not
be output.
HOMI
OUT
(TV)
OVD
Player
Monitor HDMI
IN
The AVR-1610 allows connection of inputs from up to 3HOMI
devices and output to 1 TV.
Connections
•Use acable on which the HDMI logo is indicated (a certified HDMI
product) for connection to the HDMI connector. Normal playback
may not be possible when using acable other than one on which the
HDMI logo is indicated (a non-HDMI-certified product!.
•When the AVR-1610 is connected to other devices with HDMI cables,
also connect the AVR-1610 and TV using an HDMI cable.
•When adevice supporting Deep Color signal transfer is connected,
use acable compatible with HDMI ver.1.3a.
•Video signals are not output if the input video signals do not match
the monitor's resolution. In this case, switch the Blu-ray Disc player /
DVD player's resolution to aresolution with which the monitor is
compatible.
-N·n*
•If the menu "HDMI Audio Out" setting (i3f'page 27) is set to "AMP':
the sound may be interrupted when the monitor's power is turned
off.
• The audio signal from the HDMI output connector (sampling
frequency, number of channels, etc.) may be limited by the HDMI
audio specifications of the connected device regarding permissible
inputs.
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Connecting Devices not Equipped with HDMI connectors
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-- AUDIO -- - VIDEO-
AUDIO COAXIAL
OUT OUT
L R
~~ ~
SAT/CABLETuner ------..
For instructions on HOMI connections, see "Connecting Devices
Equipped with HOMIconnectors" on page 12.
Set this to change the input signal to which the input source
is assigned.
"Assign" ((W'page
31)
Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
Set this to assign the iPod to aconnector other than "VCR
(iPod)" "iPod Dock"
(l2!T"page 31)
Use aOENON control dock for iPod (ASO-1 R, ASO-11 R, ASD-3N or
ASO-3W sold separately) to connect the iPod to the AVR-161O. For
instructions on the control dock for iPod settings, refer to the control
dock for iPod's operating instructions.
Control dock for iPod
Control dock for iPod®
With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to the VCR
Wod) connector.
Blu-ray Disc player /
DVD player
-- VIDEO -- -AUDIO -
AUDIO
OUT
L R
~~
For instructions on HOMIconnections, see "Connecting Devices
Equipped with HDMI connectors" on page 12.
Set this to change the input signal to which the input source
is assigned.
"Assign" ((W'page
31)
Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
IL-P_I_aY.;;...b_a_C_k_C_o_m_po~n_e_n_t_s I ISAT/CABLE Tuner
Blu-ray Disc player IDVD player
-N'O-
When connected to aBlu-ray Disc player. and playing DolbyTrueHD.
DTS-HD. Dolby Digital Plus. connect the HOM!.
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Connecting Devices not Equipped with HDMI connectors
)
AUDIO
OUT
L R
~~
Video camera /
Game console
-AUDIO - - VIDEO -
-AUDIO-
AUDIO
OUT
L R
0~
-AUDIO - - VIDEO -
AUDIO
IN
L R
0~
Video cassette recorder -- ______
For instructions on HOMIconnections, see "Connecting
Devices Equipped
with HOMI connectors" on page 12.
Video Cassette Recorder
Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
--~ ~~ AUDIO ~~ -VIDEO - - AUDIO-
OPTICAL AUDIO AUDIO
OUT OUT IN
L R L R
[@] 00 ~~
DVD Recorder
For instructions on HOMIconnections, see "Connecting Devices
Equipped with HOMI connectors"
on page 12.
Digital Video Recorder
Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
IL-R_·-....;.ec __ .... o_r~d_in_g_C_o_m_ .. _p_o_n_e_n_ts_. _ .. __ -'- 1IOther Devices
Video Camera /Game Console
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Set this to change the input signal to which the input source
is assigned.
"Assign"
(u:::if'page 31)
Set this to change the input signal to which the input
source
is assigned.
"Assign" (u:::if'page 31)
-din.
To record video signals through the AVR-1610, use the same type of
video cable for connection between the
AVR-161O and the player as the
cable used for connection between the
AVR-1610 and the recorder.
-din.
To record video signals through the AVR-1610, use the same type
of video cable for connection between the
AVR-1610 and the
player
as the cable used for connection between the AVR-1610
and the recorder
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o
o@
" 'O@
the
""~,----r---
SOIJICESEI.ECT
source set with the 0is set.
-QUICK SELECT-
10VO) ISAT/CBll (VtRIiPodj
If a o::::J D:J LLJ has been pressed, the input source stored
in the memory for the quick select function is set (@"page 45
"Saving frequently used settings (Quick Select Function)").
Once Connections are
Com leted
1Press
_ON@'OFF.
The power indicator lights red and
power is set to the standby mode,
pressing a6 6 ~ on the main unit.
This operation can also be performed by (ooo)@
P
ON/SOURCE
2ress
CJ.
The power indicator flashes green and the
power turns on.
-- QUICK SElECT--
• 10VDI (SATICBU IVCRliP.dl
*Also press [IJ CD CLJ when in
standby mode, the power turns on.
SOO1<ISElICT
When 0has been pressed, the input
ITurning the Power On
-N,na
Power continues to be supplied to some of the circuitry even when
the power is in the standby mode. When leaving home for long periods
of time or when traveling, either press _ON@OFF to turn off the power, or
unplug the
power cord from the power outlet.
2Press
_,,"@OF'. I
The power indicator turns off, and so does
the power.
...,~r---"T"""---
ITurning the Power Off
1
PressD.
The power is set to the standby mode.
II ..
~
1Push the lever.
..... -M---~~Im I~~
Power cord
Connecting Devices not Equipped with HOM Iconnectors
_Ntiia
•Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.
•Even if
an external AM antenna is used, do not disconnect the AM
loop antenna,
•Make sure the
AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal
parts of the panel.
To household
power outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
oConnection of AM antennas
2Insert the conductor.
3Return the lever.
•• 0
!l-l,O_ .... IltI
-
~~:~~:~:~~~?~~fI~t:~~i.
II
Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the
power cord,
-N,na
Insert the AC plugs securely, Incomplete connections could cause
noise,
IConnecting the Power Cord
AM loop
antenna
(supplied)
theJiD
~
I """
Antenna terminals
Direction of broadcasting station
FMantenna~
75 O/ohms ~I
Coaxial cable
°FM indoor antenna
(supplied) I
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I
3.1With the antenna on top of any
stable surface.
Mount!'
3·2
With the antenna attached
to a~, ;l t
wall. ~
.. ~ ...
Installation hole Mount on wall, etc,
Ground
o AM loop antenna assembly
1Remove the vinyl tie
and take out
connection line.
2Bend in the reverse direction.
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Settin s
With the AVR-1610, settings and operations for most functions can be performed by operating while looking at the menus displayed on the monitor screen.
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;;
Menu map
MENU
2Press 6. Vto 3Press 6. Vto
4Use 6. V <lC> to select the item,
MENU
1Press O.
5Press O.
o Operations
The menu is
selectthe item select the item then press 8to set.
displayed. ¢
you want to ¢
you
want to ¢*
To return to the previous item, press R~' ¢
set,then press set, then press press 8to The settings made
up to that
*Select "Default Yes", then point are entered and the
8. 8.
reset to the default setting. settings menu screen turns oft.
o Setting menus Setting items Number
Detailed items
Description Page
lIo..
1, Parameter
1-1 Surround Parameter Adjust surround sound parameters. 39
"Adjust various audio parameters.
1-2 Tone Control Adjusts the treble and bass tone.
41
MENU
1-3 Audyssey Settings
Makes the MultEO, Dynamic EO and Dynamic Volume settings. 41
1. Parameter
1-4 Manual EQ Adjust tonal quality for each speaker using graphic equalizer. 42
2, Information
1-5 RESTORER Uncompress compressed sources and apply bass boost for richer sound. 43
:-f,- A- Lit - 0- -$" e-f u-p - --
1-6 Audio Delay Compensate for incorrect timing between video and audio. 43
..
:4. Manua I Setup
2. Information 2-1
Status
Shows information about current settings. 43
:_5_·_JJ1P_~ t __ ~_~Lu_Q __
IShow information about receiver 2-2
Audio Input Signal Shows information about audio input signals. 43
settings, input signals, etc. 2-3 HDMI
Information Displays the HDMI input/output signals and TV information. 43
2-4 Auto Surround Mode Displays the settings stored for the auto surround mode. 43
[E NT] :S
I>lect
2-5 Quick Select Displays the settings stored for the Quick Select function. 43
2-6 Preset Channel Shows information about preset channels. 43
Items that only need to be set once
~
3. Auto Setup
speaker I
3-1 Audyssey Auto Setup Makes the optimum settings for the speakers being used 20
Makes the optimum automatically.
Set these for example upon purchase. settings and corrects for the 3-2 Parameter Check Check Audyssey Auto Setup measurement results.
23
Once these items are set, there is no need to
set them again unless the speaker layout or the acoustic characteristics of the This item
is only displayed after the Audyssey Auto Setup procedure
connected speakers
have been changed. room.
has been performed.
4
4. Manual Setup ,
4-1
Speaker Setup Sets the speaker size and distance, the channel level, etc. 24
\.....) \..J. \..Jt '-"
Use this to make various types of 4-2 HDMI
Setup Make settings for HDMI video/audio output.
27
, 00. O",.Q.,
detailed settings. 4-3 Audio
Setup Make settings for audio playback.
28
=I;;m]=~
4-4 Option Setup Make various other settings.
28
era CJ =4 5. Input Setup
5-1 Assign Change input connector assignment.
31
~ill
~O;B
Use this to make settings related 5-2
Input Mode
Sets the audio input mode and decode mode.
32
to playing input sources 5-3 Rename Change the display name for this source.
32
I ,~
~. e li
G5-4 Source Level Adjust the playback level of the audio input.
33
od5-5 iPod Playback
Mode
Make settings for iPod playback.
33
fff;······~/- :(
5-1
Auto Preset Use the auto preset function to program radio stations. 33
)eTc::rG 85-2 Preset
Skip
Set the preset memories that you do not want to display when tuning.
33
t.I<~lID 11;1'$" ~ t.l#.liX .
• , • I ) .•
5-3 Preset Name
Assign name to apreset memory.
33
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