Denon AVR-X4100W User manual

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AVR-X4100W
INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER
Owner’s Manual
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Accessories 8
Inserting the batteries 9
Operating range of the remote control unit 9
Features 10
High quality sound 10
High performance 11
Easy operation 14
Part names and functions 15
Front panel 15
Display 19
Rear panel 21
Remote control unit 24
Connections
Connecting speakers 28
Speaker installation 28
Speaker connection 35
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 38
Connecting a TV 51
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 52
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 53
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 54
Connecting a playback device 55
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 56
Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 57
Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player compatible with the Denon Link
HD function 58
Connecting a video camcorder or game console 59
Connecting a turntable 60
Connecting an iPod or USB memory device to the USB port 61
Connecting an FM/AM antenna 63
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 65
Wired LAN 65
Wireless LAN 66
Connecting an external control device 67
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 67
TRIGGER OUT jacks 68
Connecting the power cord 69
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Playback
Basic operation 71
Turning the power on 71
Selecting the input source 71
Adjusting the volume 72
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 72
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 72
Playing an iPod 73
Listening to music on an iPod 74
iPod Browse Mode settings 75
Performing repeat playback 77
Performing random playback 77
Playing a USB memory device 78
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 79
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 81
Pairing with a Bluetooth device 82
Playing a Bluetooth device 83
Pairing with the Pairing Mode 85
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 86
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 87
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 88
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 89
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 89
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 90
Listening to preset stations 90
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 91
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 92
Cancelling Preset Skip 93
Listening to Internet Radio 94
Listening to Internet Radio 95
Playing the last played Internet Radio station 96
Using vTuner to add Internet Radio stations to favorites 97
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS 98
Applying media sharing settings 99
Playing back files stored on a PC and NAS 100
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Viewing photographs on the Flickr site 102
Viewing photographs shared by particular users 103
Viewing all photographs on Flickr 105
Listening to Pandora®106
Listening to Pandora®107
Creating a new station 109
Listening to an existing station 110
Listening to created radio stations at random 110
Giving feedback and managing stations 111
Sign Out 112
Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio 113
Listening to SiriusXM Internet Radio 114
Sign Out 115
AirPlay function 116
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 117
Playing iTunes music with this unit 117
Selecting multiple speakers (devices) 118
Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit
of this unit 118
Spotify Connect function 119
Playing Spotify music with this unit 119
Convenience functions 120
Performing repeat playback 121
Performing random playback 121
Registering to Favorites 122
Playing back content added to the “Save to Favorites” 122
Deleting content added to favorites 123
Searching content with keywords (Text Search) 123
Playing back music and a favorite picture at the same time
(Slideshow) 124
Setting the Slideshow Interval 125
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 125
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 126
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 127
Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment (Picture
Mode) 128
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 129
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Selecting a sound mode 130
Selecting a sound mode 131
Direct playback 132
Pure Direct playback 132
Auto surround playback 133
HDMI control function 145
Setting procedure 145
Sleep timer function 146
Using the sleep timer 147
Quick select plus function 148
Calling up the settings 149
Changing the settings 150
Web control function 151
Controlling the unit from a web control 151
Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3 (Separate room) 153
Connecting ZONE 153
Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3 158
Settings
Menu map 160
Menu operations 163
Inputting characters 164
Using the keyboard screen 165
Using the number buttons 165
Audio 166
Dialog Level Adjust 166
Subwoofer Level Adjust 166
Surround Parameter 167
Restorer 172
Audio Delay 173
Volume 173
Audyssey 174
Graphic EQ 178
Video 180
Picture Adjust 180
HDMI Setup 182
Output Settings 187
Component Video Out 190
On Screen Display 191
TV Format 192
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Inputs 193
Input Assign 193
Source Rename 195
Hide Sources 195
Source Level 195
Input Select 196
Speakers 197
Audyssey® Setup 197
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 199
Error messages 205
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 207
Manual Setup 208
Amp Assign 208
Speaker Config. 217
Distances 221
Levels 222
Crossovers 223
Bass 224
Front Speaker 225
2ch Playback 225
Network 227
Information 227
Connection 227
Wi-Fi Setup 228
Settings 230
IP Control 231
Friendly Name 232
Diagnostics 232
Maintenance Mode 233
General 234
Language 234
ECO 234
ZONE2 Setup / ZONE3 Setup 236
Zone Rename 238
Quick Select Names 238
Trigger Out 1 / Trigger Out 2 238
Front Display 239
Information 239
Usage Data 241
Firmware 242
Setup Lock 244
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Operating external devices with the remote control unit 245
Registering preset codes 246
Operating devices 248
Initializing registered preset codes 251
Specifying the operating zone with the remote control 251
Resetting the remote control unit 251
Tips
Tips 253
Troubleshooting 255
Resetting factory settings 273
Appendix
About HDMI 274
Video conversion function 277
Playing back a USB memory devices 279
Playing back a Bluetooth device 280
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 281
Playing back Internet Radio 282
Personal memory plus function 282
Last function memory 282
Sound modes and channel output 283
Sound modes and surround parameters 285
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 288
Explanation of terms 291
Trademark information 302
Specifications 304
Index 310
List of preset codes 313
License 324
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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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Sound calibration
microphone stand Remote control unit (RC-1193) R6P/AA batteries External antennas for Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity
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Inserting the batteries
1Slide the rear cover off the remote control unit in the
arrow direction.
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2Insert two batteries correctly into the battery
compartment as indicated.
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R6P/AA 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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30°
Approx. 23 ft/7 m
30°
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Features
High quality sound
0With discrete circuit technology, the power amplifier provides
identical quality for all 7-channels (165 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.
0Dolby Atmos (v p. 292)
This unit is equipped with a decoder that supports Dolby Atmos, a
completely new audio format. The placement or movement of sound is
accurately reproduced by the addition of overhead speakers, enabling
you to experience an incredibly natural and realistic surround sound
field.
0Audyssey DSX® (v p. 177)
This unit is equipped with Audyssey DSX® processor. By connecting
front height speakers to this unit and playing back with Audyssey DSX®
processing you can experience a more vertically expansive front
soundstage. By connecting two front wide speakers, you can
experience a wider and more expanded front soundstage.
0Audyssey LFC™ (Low Frequency Containment) (v p. 176)
Audyssey LFC™ solves the problem of low frequency sounds
disturbing people in neighboring rooms or apartments. Audyssey
LFC™ dynamically monitors the audio content and removes the low
frequencies that pass through walls, floors and ceilings. It then applies
psychoacoustic processing to restore the perception of low bass for
listeners in the room. The result is great sound that no longer disturbs
the neighbors.
0Discrete subwoofers and Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ (v p. 198)
The unit has two subwoofer output capability and can adjust the level
and delay for each subwoofer individually.
Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ makes the integration seamless by first
compensating for any level and delay differences between the two
subwoofers and then applying Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 to both
subwoofers together for improved deep bass response and detail.
0DTS Neo:X (v p. 130)
This technology enables the playback of 2-channel source audio or
7.1/5.1 multi-channel source audio through a maximum 9.1-channel
speakers, achieving an even broader soundstage.
0Denon’s unique high quality playback technology “Denon Link
HD” (v p. 58)
This unit is equipped with our exclusive “Denon Link HD” technology.
When connected to a Denon disc player that has Denon Link HD, the
sound localization becomes more precise, with increased detail and
definition. The system works by carrying the critical clock timing signals
via the dedicated Denon Link HD connection, minimizing the jitter
caused by conventional digital connections. This effect can be applied
to an audio source of any media from a Blu-ray disc player.
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High performance
04K 60Hz input/output supported
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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.
0Digital video processor upscales analog video signals (SD
resolution) to HD (720p/1080p) and 4K (v p. 189)
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Up to 1080p
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Up scaling
This unit is equipped with a 4K video upscaling function that allows
analog video or SD (Standard Definition) video to be output via HDMI at
4K (3840 × 2160 pixels) resolution. This function enables the device to
be connected to a TV using a single HDMI cable, and produces high
definition images for any video source.
0Equipped with HDMI ZONE2 output (v p. 153)
The ZONE2 multi-room output includes an HDMI output that lets you
enjoy a different A/V source in that room, with another program playing
in the main room.
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0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (8 inputs, 3 output)
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For connection to a broad range of digital sources, this unit features 8
HDMI inputs, including 1 on the front panel that lets you quickly and
conveniently connect a camcorder, game console or other HDMI-
equipped device. There are dual HDMI outputs for the main room, and a
third HDMI output for another room.
0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 116)
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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. 81)
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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.
0Multi-Room audio (v p. 129)
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【MAIN ZONE】【ZONE2】/【ZONE3】
You can select and play back the respective inputs in MAIN ZONE,
ZONE2 and ZONE3.
In addition, when the All Zone Stereo function is used, the music being
played back in MAIN ZONE can be enjoyed in all the zones at the same
time. This is useful when you want to 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.
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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
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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. 71)
BPower indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0White: Power on
0Off: Normal standby
0Red:
0When “HDMI Pass Through” is set to “On” (v p. 184)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 184)
0When “IP Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 231)
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 71)
DRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
EDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 19)
FMASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 72)
GDoor
When you are using buttons and/or connectors behind the door, press
the bottom of the door to open it. Be careful not to catch your fingers
when closing the door.
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AZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 on/off. (v p. 158)
BZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 158)
CZONE3 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE3 on/off. (v p. 158)
DZONE3 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE3. (v p. 158)
ESTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display. (v p. 75)
FInformation button (INFO)
This displays the status information on the TV screen. (v p. 240)
GCursor buttons (uio p)
These select items. (v p. 163)
HOPTION button
This displays the option menu on the TV screen. (v p. 120)
IDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 239)
JQUICK SELECT buttons
These call up settings registered to each button, such as input source,
volume level and sound mode settings. (v p. 148)
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KAUX1 HDMI connector
This is used to connect HDMI output compatible devices such as video
camcorders and game consoles. (v p. 59)
LUSB port
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices)
and the USB cable supplied with iPod. (v p. 61)
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 PRE OUT
connectors.
NOTE
To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using
headphones.
NBACK button
This returns to the previous screen. (v p. 163)
OENTER button
This determines the selection. (v p. 163)
PSETUP button (SETUP)
This displays the menu on the TV screen. (v p. 163)
QAUX1 INPUT connector
Used to connect analog output compatible devices such as video
camcorders and game consoles. (v p. 59)
RSETUP MIC jack
This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone.
(v p. 200)
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AInput signal indicators
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal.
(v p. 196)
BDecoder indicators
These light when Dolby or DTS signals are input or when the Dolby or
DTS decoder is running.
CAudyssey® indicator
This lights when “MultEQ® XT32”, “Dynamic EQ”, “Dynamic Volume”,
“Audyssey DSX®” or “Audyssey LFCTM” is set. (v p. 174 - 177)
DTuner 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.
EMonitor output indicator
These light according to the HDMI monitor output setting. When set to
“Auto(Dual)”, the indicators light according to connection status.
FMULTI ZONE indicator
This lights up when ZONE2 or ZONE3 (separate room) power is turned
on. (v p. 158)
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GSleep timer indicator
This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 147)
HMUTE indicator
This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 72, 159)
IVolume indicator
JInformation display
The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other
information are displayed here.
KFront speaker indicator
This lights according to the setting of the front A and B speakers.
LInput/output signal channel indicators
The channel for input/output signals is displayed according to the
setting configured for “Channel Indicators”. (v p. 239)
0When “Channel Indicators” is set to “Output” (Default)
These light when audio signals are being output from the speakers.
0When “Channel Indicators” is set to “Input”
These light corresponding to the channels that include the input
signals.
When playing HD Audio sources, the A indicator lights when a
signal from an extension channel (a channel other than the front,
center, surround, surround back, front height, front wide or LFE
channel) is input.
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