Denon AVR-X1100W User manual

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AVR-X1100W
INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER
Owner’s Manual
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Accessories 7
Inserting the batteries 8
Operating range of the remote control unit 8
Features 9
High quality sound 9
High performance 9
Easy operation 12
Part names and functions 13
Front panel 13
Display 16
Rear panel 18
Remote control unit 21
Connections
Connecting speakers 25
Speaker installation 25
Speaker connection 28
Speaker configuration and Amp Assign settings 31
Connecting a TV 38
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 39
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 40
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 41
Connecting a playback device 42
Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 43
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 44
Connecting a video camcorder or game console 45
Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port 46
Connecting an FM/AM antenna 48
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 50
Wired LAN 50
Wireless LAN 51
Connecting an external control device 52
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 52
Connecting the power cord 53
Playback
Basic operation 55
Turning the power on 55
Selecting the input source 55
Adjusting the volume 56
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 56
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 56
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Playing an iPod 57
Listening to music on an iPod 58
iPod Browse Mode settings 59
Performing repeat playback 61
Performing random playback 61
Playing a USB memory device 62
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 63
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 65
Pairing with a Bluetooth device 66
Playing a Bluetooth device 67
Pairing with the Pairing Mode 69
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 70
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 71
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 72
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 73
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset) 73
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 74
Listening to preset stations 74
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 75
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 76
Cancelling Preset Skip 77
Listening to Internet Radio 78
Listening to Internet Radio 79
Playing the last played Internet Radio station 80
Using vTuner to add Internet Radio stations to favorites 81
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS 82
Applying media sharing settings 83
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS 84
Viewing photographs on the Flickr site 86
Viewing photographs shared by particular users 87
Viewing all photographs on Flickr 89
Listening to Pandora®90
Listening to Pandora®91
Creating a new station 93
Listening to an existing station 94
Listening to created radio stations at random 94
Giving feedback and managing stations 95
Sign Out 96
Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio 97
Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio 98
Sign Out 99
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AirPlay function 100
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 101
Playing iTunes music with this unit 101
Selecting multiple speakers (devices) 102
Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit
of this unit 102
Spotify Connect function 103
Playing Spotify music with this unit 103
Convenience functions 104
Performing repeat playback 105
Performing random playback 105
Registering to Favorites 106
Playing back content added to the “Save to Favorite” 106
Deleting content added to favorites 107
Searching content with keywords (Text Search) 107
Playing back music and a favorite picture at the same time
(Slideshow) 108
Setting the Slideshow Interval 109
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Ch Level Adjust) 110
Adjusting the tone (Tone Control) 111
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 112
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 113
Selecting a sound mode 114
Selecting a sound mode 115
Direct playback 116
Pure Direct playback 116
Auto surround playback 117
HDMI control function 126
Setting procedure 126
Sleep timer function 127
Using the sleep timer 128
Quick select plus function 129
Calling up the settings 130
Changing the settings 131
Web control function 132
Controlling the unit from a web control 132
Playback in ZONE2 (Separate room) 134
Connecting ZONE2 134
Playback in ZONE2 136
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Settings
Menu map 138
Menu operations 141
Inputting characters 142
Using the keyboard screen 143
Audio 144
Dialog Level 144
Subwoofer Level 144
Surr.Parameter 145
Restorer 149
Audio Delay 150
Volume 150
Audyssey 151
Manual EQ 153
Video 155
HDMI Setup 155
On Screen Disp. 158
TV Format 159
Inputs 160
Input Assign 160
Source Rename 162
Hide Sources 162
Source Level 162
Input Select 163
Speakers 164
Audyssey® Setup 164
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 166
Error messages 172
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 173
Manual Setup 174
Amp Assign 174
Speaker Config. 175
Distances 177
Levels 178
Crossovers 179
Bass 180
Front Speaker 181
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Network 182
Information 182
Connection 182
Wi-Fi Setup 183
Settings 185
IP Control 186
Friendly Name 187
Diagnostics 187
Maintenance Mode 188
General 189
Language 189
ECO 189
ZONE2 Setup 191
Zone Rename 192
Quick Sel.Names 192
Front Display 192
Information 193
Usage Data 194
Firmware 195
Setup Lock 197
Tips
Tips 199
Troubleshooting 201
Resetting factory settings 217
Appendix
About HDMI 218
Playing back a USB memory devices 221
Playing back a Bluetooth device 222
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 223
Playing back Internet Radio 224
Personal memory plus function 224
Last function memory 224
Sound modes and channel output 225
Sound modes and surround parameters 226
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 229
Explanation of terms 232
Trademark information 242
Specifications 244
Index 249
License 252
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Thank you for purchasing this Denon product.
To ensure proper operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the product.
After reading this manual, be sure to keep it for future reference.
Accessories
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
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Quick Start Guide CD-ROM
(Owner’s Manual) Safety Instructions Notes on radio Warranty (for North America model
only)
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Cable labels Power cord FM indoor antenna AM loop antenna Sound calibration
microphone
(ACM1HB)
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Microphone stand Remote control unit
(RC-1189) R03/AAA batteries
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Inserting the batteries
1Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and
remove it.
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2Insert two batteries correctly into the battery
compartment as indicated.
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R03/AAA batteries
3Put the rear cover back on.
NOTE
0To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
0Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
0Do not use two different types of batteries.
0Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long
periods.
0If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery
compartment and insert new batteries.
Operating range of the remote control
unit
Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
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Approx. 23 ft/7 m
30° 30°
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Features
High quality sound
0With discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides
identical quality for all 7-channels (120 Watts x 7-channels)
For optimum realism and stunning dynamic range, the power amplifier
section features discrete power devices (not integrated circuitry).
By using high current, high power discrete power devices, the amplifier
is able to easily drive high quality speakers.
High performance
04K 60Hz input/output supported
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4K 60p
4:4:4
4K 60p
4:4:4
When 4K Ultra HD (High Definition) is used, an input/output speed of 60
frames per second (60p) is achieved for video signals. When connected
to 4K Ultra HD and 60p video signal input compatible TV, you can enjoy
the sense of realism only available from high-definition images, even
when viewing fast-moving video.
This unit also supports image processing for 4K 60p, 4:4:4 and 24-bit
videos. By processing the video at the original resolution, this unit lets
you enjoy flawless, high-definition picture quality.
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0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (6 inputs, 1 output)
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In Out
This unit is equipped with 6 HDMI inputs and 1 HDMI output enabling
connection to various HDMI compatible devices such as Blu-ray Disc
players, game consoles and HD video camcorders.
0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 100)
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You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet
Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC, and displaying
photographs stored on your PC on our television.
This unit also supports Apple AirPlay which lets you stream your music
library from an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® or iTunes®.
0Playback of DSD and FLAC files via USB and networks
This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as
DSD (2.8 MHz) and FLAC 192 kHz files. It provides high quality
playback of high resolution files.
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0Wireless connection with Bluetooth devices can be carried out
easily (v p. 65)
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You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.
0Compatible with the “Denon Remote App”z for performing basic
operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhone or Android™ devices
(Google, Amazon Kindle Fire)
“Denon Remote App” is application software that allows you to perform
basic operations with an iPad, iPhone, Android smartphone or Android
tablet such as turning the unit ON/OFF, controlling the volume, and
switching the source.
zDownload the appropriate “Denon Remote App” for your iOS or Android
devices. This unit needs to be connected to the same LAN or Wi-Fi (wireless
LAN) network that the iPhone or iPod touch is connected to.
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0Multi-Room audio (v p. 113)
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GMAIN ZONEHGZONE2H
You can select and playback the respective inputs in the main zone and
in ZONE2.
In addition, when the All Zone Stereo function is used, the music being
played back in the main zone can be enjoyed in all the zones at the
same time. This is useful when you want let the BGM propagate
throughout the whole house.
0Energy-saving design
This unit is equipped with an ECO Mode function that allows you to
enjoy music and movies while reducing the power consumption during
use, and also an auto-standby function that automatically turns off the
power supply when the unit is not in use. This helps reduce
unnecessary power use.
Easy operation
0“Setup Assistant” provides easy-to-follow setup instructions
First select the language when prompted. Then simply follow the
instructions displayed on the TV screen to set up the speakers, network,
etc.
0Easy to use Graphical User Interface
This unit is equipped with a Graphical User Interface for improved
operability.
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Part names and functions
Front panel
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QUICK SELECT
MASTER VOLUME
SOURCE SELECT
ZONE2
ON/OFF
ZONE2
SOURCE DIMMER STATUS
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QUICK SELECT
MASTER VOLUME
SOURCE SELECT
ZONE2
ON/OFF
ZONE2
SOURCE DIMMER STATUS
TUNER
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APower operation button (X)
Used to turn the power of the MAIN ZONE (room where this unit is
located) on/off (standby). (v p. 55)
BPower indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0White: Power on
0Off: Normal standby
0Red:
0When “HDMI PassThrough” (v p. 155) is set to “On”
0When “HDMI Control” (v p. 156) is set to “On”
0When “IP Control” (v p. 186) is set to “Always On”
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 55)
DRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 8)
EDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 16)
FMASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 56)
GTuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 74)
HZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (separate room) on/off. (v p. 136)
IZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 136)
JDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 192)
KSTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display. (v p. 59)
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QUICK SELECT
MASTER VOLUME
SOURCE SELECT
ZONE2
ON/OFF
ZONE2
SOURCE DIMMER STATUS
TUNER
PRESET CH
DVD/Blu-ray ONLINE
MEDIA
PLAYER
CBL/SAT 3214
PHONES SETUP MICAUX - HDMI
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LQUICK SELECT buttons
With a single press of any of these buttons, you can call up various
settings you’ve registered to each button such as the input source,
volume level and sound mode settings. (v p. 129)
MHeadphones jack (PHONES)
This is used to connect headphones.
When the headphones are plugged into this jack, audio will no longer
be output from the connected speakers or from the SUBWOOFER
connectors.
NOTE
To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using
headphones.
NAUX-HDMI connector
This is used to connect HDMI output compatible devices such as video
camcorders and game consoles. (v p. 45)
OUSB port
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices)
and the USB cable supplied with iPod. (v p. 46)
PSETUP MIC jack
This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone.
(v p. 167)
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AInput mode indicators
These light according to the audio input mode settings of each input
source. (v p. 163)
BSurround back indicator
This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround back
speakers. (v p. 176)
CDecoder indicators
These light when Dolby or DTS signals are input or when the Dolby or
DTS decoder is running.
DAudyssey® indicator
This lights when “MultEQ® XT”, “Dynamic EQ” or “Dynamic Volume”
has been set up. (v p. 151 – 153)
ETuner reception mode indicators
These light up according to the reception conditions when the input
source is set to “Tuner”.
TUNED: Lights up when the broadcast is properly tuned in.
STEREO: Lights up when receiving FM stereo broadcasts.
FSleep timer indicator
This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 128)
GCircle indicator
This is displayed when the input source is “Online Music” or “iPod/USB”
when you are playing back music.
HVolume indicator
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IMUTE indicator
This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 56)
JInformation display
The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other
information are displayed here.
KInput signal indicators
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal.
(v p. 163)
LZONE2 indicator
This lights up when ZONE2 (separate room) power is turned on.
(v p. 136)
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Rear panel
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ASSIGNABLE
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MEDIA
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HDMI
MEDIA
PLAYER
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VIDEO
OUT
OUT
HDMI (ASSIGNABLE)
IN
NETWORK
MONITOR
CLASS 2 WIRING
PRE OUT
ZONE2
AUDIO
(ASSIGNABLE)
IN
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SUBWOOFER
CBL/SAT
MEDIA
PLAYER
TV AUDIO
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IMPEDANCE : 4㹼16Ȑ
SPEAKERS
ASSIGNABLE
ANTENNA
MEDIA
PLAYER
12
CBL/SAT
1 CBL/SAT 4 Blu-ray 5 GAME
MEDIA
PLAYER
3
DVD/
Blu-ray
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MONITOR
ARC(4K)(4K)
HDMI
MEDIA
PLAYER
2
VIDEO
OUT
OUT
HDMI (ASSIGNABLE)
IN
NETWORK
MONITOR
CLASS 2 WIRING
PRE OUT
ZONE2
AUDIO
(ASSIGNABLE)
IN
1
2
SUBWOOFER
CBL/SAT
MEDIA
PLAYER
TV AUDIO
IN
IR
REMOTE CONTROL
1 CBL/SAT
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COAXIAL OPTICAL
PRE OUT
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DIGITAL AUDIO
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ARod antennas for Bluetooth/wireless LAN
Stand this antenna upright when connecting to a network via wireless
LAN, or when connecting to a handheld device via Bluetooth.
(v p. 51)
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320°
90°
The antenna clip can be removed from the rear panel.
ARotate the antenna clip 90 degrees to the left.
BPull the antenna clip out towards yourself.
0The antenna clip is needed when transporting this unit. Keep it in a safe place.
0Attach the antenna clip by following the steps for removing it in reverse.
BPRE OUT connectors
Used to connect a subwoofer with built-in amplifier or power amplifier
for ZONE2. (v p. 29, 135)
CAnalog audio connectors (AUDIO)
Used to connect devices equipped with analog audio connectors.
(v p. 43, 44)
DDigital audio connectors (DIGITAL AUDIO)
Used to connect devices equipped with digital audio connectors.
(v p. 40, 44)
ENETWORK connector
Used to connect to a LAN cable when connecting to a wired LAN
network. (v p. 50)
FHDMI connectors
Used to connect devices equipped with HDMI connectors.
(v p. 39, 40, 43, 44)
GVideo connectors (VIDEO)
Used to connect devices equipped with video connectors.
(v p. 43, 44)
HAC inlet (AC IN)
Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 53)
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IMPEDANCE : 4㹼16Ȑ
SPEAKERS
ASSIGNABLE
ANTENNA
MEDIA
PLAYER
12
CBL/SAT
1 CBL/SAT 4 Blu-ray 5 GAME
MEDIA
PLAYER
3
DVD/
Blu-ray
2
MONITOR
ARC(4K)(4K)
HDMI
MEDIA
PLAYER
2
VIDEO
OUT
OUT
HDMI (ASSIGNABLE)
IN
NETWORK
MONITOR
CLASS 2 WIRING
PRE OUT
ZONE2
AUDIO
(ASSIGNABLE)
IN
1
2
SUBWOOFER
CBL/SAT
MEDIA
PLAYER
TV AUDIO
IN
IR
REMOTE CONTROL
1 CBL/SAT
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PRE OUT
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DIGITAL AUDIO
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IFM/AM antenna terminals (ANTENNA)
Used to connect FM antennas and AM loop antennas. (v p. 48)
JSpeaker terminals (SPEAKERS)
Used to connect speakers. (v p. 28)
KREMOTE CONTROL jacks
Used to connect infrared receivers/transmitters in order to operate this
unit and external devices from a different room. (v p. 52)
NOTE
Do not touch the inner pins of the connectors on the rear panel. Electrostatic
discharge may cause permanent damage to the unit.
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