Denon AVR-3806 User manual

AVR-3806
A/V Receiver
Latest DSP technology employed in DENON's critically acclaimed
D.D.S.C-Digital circuitry for the finest in multi-channel audio performance
■ 'New DDSC-Digital,' for dramatically improved processing performance
The New DDSC (Dynamic Discrete Surround Circuit)-Digital is a high-quality
surround sound reproduction circuit designed by Denon, and forms the core of the
design concept that Denon pursues for all its A/V amps: to faithfully reproduce the
original intent of content producers. Denon has succeeded in developing a fully
discrete design for the New DDSC-Digital in which high-performance ICs are
used in independent blocks to form a signal processor that reproduces surround
sound, and the discrete design ensures that all channels are endowed with identical
response and quality of sound.
■High-Quality Sound Reproduction
• New High Resolution 32bit Floating Point DSP
• 24-bit/192-kHz D/A Converter
The latest high-accuracy 24-bit/192-kHz D/A converter has been employed
for the audio DAC.
• High-performance A/D Converter
A high-performance A/D converter of 24-bit/192-kHz quality has been used
to significantly boost S/N and dynamic range.
■DENON LINK multi channel digital audio input
The AVR-3806 incorporates DENON LINK 3rd Edition,this new edition now allows
the input of uncompressed Super Audio CD digital signals as well as
DVD-Video/Audio. To transfer high resolution,multi-channel digital audio signals,
DENON has developed a unique digital transmission technology, known as DENON
LINK.This digitally balanced transfer technology permits jitter-less data
transfer and ultra-low noise.The AVR-3806 incorporates this latest digital audio
interface, so the end user will experience the absolute finest in audio playback
between the AVR-3806 and a DENON LINK featured DVD player.
■HDMI In/Out Terminals and Repeater Function
The AVR-3806 is equipped with 2 HDMI inputs, as well as 1 output, allowing the
selection of multiple digital video signals. The HDMI terminals also accepts multi-
channel digital audio input and the input signals can be output via amps.
■Video Conversion to HDMI
This video transcoding technology lets you enjoy highest picture quality from all video
gear connected to the AVR-3806.
• Composite <-> S-Video
• S-Video <-> Component
• Composite <-> Component
• Composite/S-Video/Component -> HDMI
•3 Sets of Component Video Inputs
The AVR-3806 is equipped with 3 sets of assignable, component video inputs and 2
set of monitor outputs. Component video signals can be output simultaneously via
these 2 component output terminals.
•High Definition Quality Video Switching
The high-performance selector that is used to switch component video signals, fea-
tures an extended bandwidth range up to 100 MHz.
■Auto Set-up and Room EQ featuring Audyssey MultEQ,
for overall listening area support
The AVR-3806 includes an Auto Set-up function that performs basic settings for the
speakers based on frequency response data for the speakers and the listening room
that was measured by a supplied high-performance microphone, and a Room EQ
(equalizer) function that optimizes frequency response characteristics for the listening
room. The AVR-3806 is also capable of obtaining data for up to 6 listener positions
which it analyzes using Audyssey's newly-formulated algorithms, and performs equal-
ization to match the overall listening area and create an ideal home theatre environment.
■Fully Discrete,Equal Power 7 Amplifier Channels,120 Watts Each
Front 120 W +120 W (8 ohms,20Hz -20kHz,0.05 %THD)
Center 120 W (8 ohms,20Hz -20kHz,0.05 %THD)
Surround 120 W +120 W (8 ohms,20Hz -20kHz,0.05 %THD)
Surround back 120 W +120 W (8 ohms,20Hz -20kHz,0.05 %THD)
■Designed for high sound quality
• Hefty Power Transformer for Stable Supply of Power
• large-capacity Block Capacitor
• Detachable AC Power Cord
■Support for Multi Zone Configurations
The AVR-3806 provides a Multi Zone Output function and a Select function that let
you output different sources to multiple zones. Sources can be selected for output to
an additional zones, in addition to the main room. Zone 2 can have variable pre-amp
output along with a composite video/S-Video feed. And an independently selected
audio source can be output to Zone 3 with a fixed pre-amp output. The
AVR-3806's Power Amplifier Assign function lets you assign the 2 Surround Back
(SB L/R) amplifier channels when the system is not configured for 7.1, to drive the
Zone 2, or 3 speakers, with 120 Watts per channel output power, while still provid-
ing 5 discrete amplifier channels to drive all speakers in a 5.1 configured home the-
ater room. With this Power Amplifier Assign function, Front speakers can be bi-wired
to improve playback quality in the front for enhanced listening enjoyment.
• +12 V Trigger Output x2 (Assignable)
• Remote In/Out Ports
• RS232C Control Port to support an AMX,Crestron integrated control system
■DENON's Latest Surround Technology Faithfully Recreates the
Surround Sound Produced at the Dubbing Stage.
• DTS 96//24 Decoding for DVD-Video • DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 and Matrix 6.1
• DTS NEO:6 • Dolby Digital EX • Dolby Pro Logic IIx
• Auto Surround Mode
■ XM Satellite Radio Ready with optional 'Connect and Play' antenna*
*Subsciption to XM services also required.
■New EL Backlight Touch Panel Remote
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■1 Set of 8-Channel External Analog Inputs
■Variable Gain Volume
S/N in the useable area has been improved.Finer adjustments are also possible in
0.5 dB steps across the extended range of –80 dB to +18 dB .
■Adjustable Cross-Over Switching for Subwoofer
(40, 60, 80, 90, 100, 110, 150, 200 and 250 Hz)
■A/B switching between surround speakers
■High-grade 7 Channel Speaker Terminals (all ch)
■Audio Delay Function
■Pure Direct mode, for the pure enjoyment of music in high-quality sound
■Night Mode for not disturbing others
■Input Function Level
■REC OUT Selector
■3 User mode buttons
■56-Station AM/FM/XM Random Preset Memory Tuning
■ Auto Preset Memory (AM/FM)
■AC Inlet
■RS-232C Port
■Front Panel Inputs (with S-Video, Digital Optical Input)
Denon Canada Inc.
505 Apple Creek Blvd, Unit 5, Markham, Ontario, Canada L3R 5B1
TEL: [phone] www.denon.ca
Denon Electronics (USA), LLC.
19C Chapin Road, Suite 205 Pine Brook, N.J. 07058-9385 USA
TEL: [phone] www.usa.denon.com
Denon Brand Company
Kayabacho Tower 14F 1-21-2 Shinkawa, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0033, Japan
www.denon.com
16350805 A Printed in Japan
AVR-3806
Input/Output Terminals For Every A/V System
Audio Inputs
9 Analog Inputs
PHONO, CD, (TUNER), DVD, VDP, TV, DBS,
VCR-1, VCR-2, CDR/TAPE, V.AUX(FRONT)
8 Analog EXT. Inputs
FRONT L/R, CENTER, SURROUND L/R, SURROUND BACK L/R, SUBWOOFER
6 Digital Inputs
OPTICAL x 5 (incl. FRONT x 1)
COAXIAL x 2
Audio Outputs
1 Analog PRE OUT Terminals
7.1 ch
3 Analog REC OUT Terminals
VCR-1, VCR-2, CDR/TAPE
2 Digital Output
OPTICAL x 2
Video Inputs
3 Component Video Inputs
VIDEO1, VIDEO2, VIDEO3
7 Composite Inputs
DVD, VDP, TV, DBS, VCR-1, VCR-2, V.AUX(FRONT)
7 S-Video Inputs
DVD, VDP, TV, DBS, VCR-1, VCR-2, V.AUX(FRONT)
2 HDMI inputs(*1)(*2)
Video Outputs
2 sets of Component Video Output
MONITOR-1, MONITOR-2
3 Composite Outputs
VCR-1, VCR-2, MONITOR
3 S-Video Outputs
VCR-1, VCR-2, MONITOR
1 HDMI Output
Specifications
Power Amplifier Section
Rated output *THD figures are power amp stage values.
Front 120 W + 120 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.05 % THD)
160 W + 160 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7 % THD)
Center 120 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.05 % THD)
160 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7 % THD)
Surround 120 W + 120 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.05 % THD)
160 W + 160 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7 % THD)
Surround Back
120 W + 120 W (8 ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.05 % THD)
160 W + 160 W (6 ohms, 1 kHz, 0.7 % THD)
Preamplifier Section
Input sensitivity/Impedance
PHONO(MM) 2.5 mV/47 kohms
CD, DVD/VDP, TV/DBS, VCR-1, VCR-2, CDR/TAPE, V.AUX(FRONT)
200 mV/47 kohms
Output level/Load impedance
SUBWOOFER 1.2 V/10 kohms
CDR/TAPE, VCR-1, VCR-2 200 mV/47 kohms
Frequency response 10 Hz - 100 kHz (+1, -3 dB) (Direct mode)
Signal-to-noise ratio 102 dB (IHF-A weighted) (Direct mode)
FM Section
Tuning frequency range 87.5 - 107.9 MHz
Usable sensitivity 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)
AM Section
Tuning frequency range 520 - 1710 kHz
Usable sensitivity 18 µV
General
Power supply AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Power consumption 7.1 A
Dimensions 17-3/32” (W) x 6-47/64” (H) x 16-57/64” (D)
434 (W) x 171 (H) x 429 (D) mm
Weight 38 lbs 9.30 oz
17.5 kg
(*1) Version 1.1 compliant. HDMI audio output capacity is dependent on the monitor being used.
(*2) No signal is output when a device with HDCP-compliant DVI output is connected to a display that does not
support HDCP. A display supporting HDCP must be connected in order to view images via DVI.
*Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
*“Dolby”, “Dolby Digital-EX”, “Pro Logic IIx”, and the double-D device are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
*“DTS”, “DTS-ES ES” and “Neo:6” are trademarks of Digital Theater System, Inc.
*HDCD®,High Definition Compatible Digital®and Microsoft®are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
*Audyssey MultEQ is a trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. MultEQ and the Audyssey MultEQ logo are trademarks of Audyssey Laboratories, Inc.
*HDMI, the HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC.
*NSV and Super Sub Alias Filter are registered trademarks of Analog Devices,Inc.
*Super Audio CD is a registered trademark of Sony and Philips.
*Silver version is available
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