Denon DHT-S216 User manual

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DHT-S216
SOUND BAR
Owner’s Manual
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Accessories 4
Inserting the batteries 5
Operating range of the remote control unit 5
Features 6
Part names and functions 7
Sound bar 7
Remote control unit 10
Connections
Positioning 12
Positioning the sound bar 12
Connecting a TV 14
Connection 1: TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 15
Connection 2: TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC / TV equipped with an optical digital
connector 16
Connection 3: TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC / TV equipped with an analog
connector 17
Connecting the subwoofer 18
Connecting an HDMI device 19
Connecting the power cords 20
Playback
Enjoying television, movies and music 21
Status LED table 22
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 23
Pairing a Bluetooth device for the first time 23
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 24
Listening to music with a paired Bluetooth device 24
Settings
Settings 25
Adjusting the volume 25
Adjusting the subwoofer volume 25
Selecting a listening mode 26
Turning off the sound temporarily 27
Quick Start modes 27
Auto standby function 28
Volume limiter function 28
Operating this unit using the remote control of a TV 28
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Tips
Troubleshooting 31
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 32
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 32
No sound comes out 33
Bluetooth playback does not work 34
The HDMI Control function does not work 34
Resetting factory settings 35
Appendix
About HDMI 36
Trademark information 37
Specifications 38
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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 Safety Instructions Cautions on Using Batteries Wall mount template Power cord
HDMI cable Optical digital cable Wall mount spacers Remote control unit
(RC-1236)
R03/AAA battery
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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 1 battery into the battery compartment as
indicated.
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Battery
3Put the rear cover back on.
NOTE
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°
30°
Approx. 7 m
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Features
0Theater-quality Sound
Immerse yourself in Denon theater-quality sound with the Denon DHT-
S216 sound bar. With two built-in down firing subwoofers, Dual mid-
range drivers, detailed crisp tweeters, elevate your sound from a low-
profile design.
0Performance-Tuned Surround Sound
With Dolby Digital decoding, create incredible room-filling surround
sound that takes your entertainment to the next level. Also, with DTS
Virtual:X technology, the Denon DHT-S216 provides immersive audio
with height channels, creating a virtual height effect for your favorite
entertainment.
0Universal Compatibility with HDMI support ARC (Audio Return
Channel)
Send audio from apps built into your Smart TV and other sources via the
ARC (Audio Return Channel) on the DHT-S216 and a single HDMI
cable (included). Also enables control of the Denon DHT-S216 via your
TV’s remote control.
0Wireless Music Streaming
Easily enjoy your favorite music by streaming directly from your smart
device to your sound bar with Bluetooth.
0Denon Dialog Enhancer
Never miss a word of your favorite TV show or movie. Denon Dialog
Enhancer improves dialog intelligibility — ideal for movies and TV
shows. Turn up the dialog without having to adjust overall volume.
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Part names and functions
Sound bar
oTop panel
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APower operation button (c)
Turns the sound bar power on/off (standby). (v p. 21)
BInput source button (d)
This selects the input source. (v p. 21)
Switches the input source each time the button is pressed.
CBluetooth button (g)
0Switches the input source to “Bluetooth”. (v p. 23)
0Used to pair with Bluetooth devices. (v p. 23)
DVolume buttons (+, –)
These adjusts the volume level. (v p. 25)
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oFront panel
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ARemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 5)
BStatus LED
Displays the status of input source / input signal / volume level, etc.
(v p. 22)
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oRear panel
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AWall hook hole
Used to mount the sound bar on a wall. (v p. 13)
BAC inlet
Used to connect the power cord. (v p. 20)
CUSB port
Service terminal. This port does not support playback of music from
USB memory devices.
DAUX audio input connector (AUX IN)
Use a commercially available 3.5 mm stereo audio cable to connect an
audio device. (v p. 17)
EOptical digital input connector (OPTICAL IN)
Use the included optical digital cable to connect a TV with an optical
digital connector. (v p. 16)
FHDMI input connector (HDMI IN)
Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect an HDMI
compatible device. (v p. 19)
GHDMI output connector (HDMI OUT (ARC) TO TV)
Use the included HDMI cable to connect an ARC function-compatible
TV. (v p. 15)
HSubwoofer output connector (SUBWOOFER OUT)
Use a commercially available subwoofer cable to connect a subwoofer
with a built-in amplifier. (v p. 18)
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Remote control unit
This section mainly explains remote control operations.
APower button (c)
Turns the sound bar power on/off. (v p. 21)
BInput source buttons (TV, HDMI, g, AUX)
This selects the input source. (v p. 21)
CButton to adjust subwoofer (BASS +, -)
Adjusts the volume level for the subwoofer. (v p. 25)
DNight mode button (NIGHT)
Compresses the dynamic range (difference between loud and soft
sounds) to make audio easier to hear at low volumes. (v p. 26)
EMovie mode button (MOVIE)
Enjoy movie theater-like surround sound. (v p. 26)
FRemote control signal transmitter
This transmits signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 5)
GMute button (h)
This mutes the output audio. Press again to unmute. (v p. 27)
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HDTS Virtual:X button
This turns the DTS Virtual:X function on and off. (v p. 26)
0DTS Virtual:X function is disabled when listening mode is set to “PURE”.
IPure mode button (PURE)
Enjoy high quality sound that is faithful to the original source.
(v p. 26)
JVolume buttons (VOL +, –)
These adjusts the volume level. (v p. 25)
KMusic mode button (MUSIC)
Enjoy the natural and realistic surround sound of a concert hall.
(v p. 26)
LDialog enhancer buttons
(DIALOG ENHANCER LOW, MED, HIGH)
Adjust the volume of dialog in movies, vocals in music, etc. so these can
be heard more easily. (v p. 26)
Can be set to 3 levels. Set this to the desired value.
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Positioning
Positioning the sound bar
Position the sound bar in front of your TV, etc., on a flat surface.
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NOTE
0When positioning the sound bar in front of your TV, make sure the sound bar does not obstruct the TV’s remote control light sensor, etc.
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oWhen hanging the sound bar on a wall
The sound bar has a wall hook hole to hang it on a wall. When hanging
it on a wall, position it in a flat, vertical position.
0When hanging it on a wall, use the included wall mount template.
[How to use the wall mount template]
AAffix the template to the location you would like to mount the sound bar.
BScrew in the wall mount screws by following the template.
Consult a construction professional about the proper wall mount screws for
the material and strength of your wall.
CRemove the template from the wall.
DMount the included wall mount spacer on the spine of the sound bar.
Mounting the wall mount spacer creates a space for cords to pass through
between the sound bar and the wall.
EMount the sound bar on the wall.
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NOTE
0To ensure safety, request a contractor perform the mounting work when mounting onto a wall.
0In order to use the unit safely, do not place items on or hang items from the unit.
0Be sure to fix connection cables to the wall to ensure that cannot be pulled or tripped over causing this unit to fall. Check that the unit is mounted safely after the mounting
work is complete.
0Also, periodically check the safety of this unit and whether there is a possibility that the unit may fall.
0Denon cannot accept any responsibility for damage, injury or accidents caused by problems with the mounting location or mounting method.
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Connecting a TV
How to connect a TV depends on the connectors and functions equipped on the TV.
0Enable the TV’s HDMI control function when using an HDMI cable to connect this device to your TV. (See the TV Owner’s Manual for details.)
0Turn off the TV’s speaker or minimize the volume when using this device.
0HDMI cable connection is recommended, but connection can be performed without an HDMI cable.
NOTE
0Make sure all devices are off when connecting.
0Do not plug device power cords into an outlet until all devices have been connected.
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Connection 1: TV equipped with an HDMI connector and compatible with the ARC
(Audio Return Channel)
Use the included HDMI cable to connect this device to an ARC function-compatible TV.
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HDMI IN (ARC)
TV
HDMI cable (included)
0The TV also needs to be compatible with the ARC function.
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Connection 2: TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC / TV
equipped with an optical digital connector
Use the included HDMI and optical digital cables to connect this device to your TV.
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OPTICAL
OUT
HDMI
IN
TV
Optical digital cable (included)
HDMI cable (included)
0Line up the optical digital cable with the shape of the terminal to insert.
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Connection 3: TV equipped with an HDMI connector and incompatible with the ARC /
TV equipped with an analog connector
Use the included HDMI cable and a commercially available 3.5 mm stereo audio cable to connect this device to your TV.
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AUX
AUDIO OUT
HDMI
IN
TV
3.5 mm stereo audio cable
HDMI cable (included)
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Connecting the subwoofer
While this device contains a subwoofer of its own, you can achieve even deeper bass by connecting a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier.
Use a commercially available subwoofer cable to connect a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier to this unit.
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SUBWOOFER
IN
Subwoofer cable
Subwoofer
with built-in
amplifier
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Connecting an HDMI device
Use a commercially available HDMI cable to connect a Blu-ray disc player, game device or similar device to this unit.
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HDMI OUT
HDMI device
HDMI cable
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Connecting the power cords
After completing all the connections, insert the power plug into the power outlet.
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Power cord (included)
Connect to household power outlet
(AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz)
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