Denon AVR-2309CI User manual

DENON
AV SURROUND RECEIVER
AVR-2309CI
Owner's Manual
Manuel de l'Utilisateur

ENGLISH FRANCAIS
oSAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
13. Power-Cord Protection -Power-supply cords should be routed so that they
are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular atten ion to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the product.
15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding -If an outside antenna or cable system is
connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting
structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna discharge unit. size
of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit. connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See
Figure
A.
16. Lightning - For added protection for this product during alightning storm,
or
when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it
from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
prevent damage
to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
17. Power Lines -An outside antenna system should not be located in the
vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or
where it
can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken
to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits
as contact with them might be fatal.
18. Overloading -Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or Integral
convenience receptacles
as this can result in arisk of fire or electric shock.
19. Object and Liquid Entry -Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result
in afire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
on the product.
20. Servicing -Do not attempt
to service this product yourself as opening or
removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
21. Damage Requiring Service -Unplug this product from the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
cl If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by aqualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation,
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
f) When the product exhibits adistinct change in performance -this
indicates aneed for service.
22. Replacement Parts -When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer
or have the same characteristics
as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result
in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
23. Safety Check -Upon completion
of any service or repairs to this product,
ask the service technician to perform safety checks
to determine that the
product is
in proper operating condition.
24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting -The product should be mounted to awall or
ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
25. Heat -The product should
be situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEG SECTION 610·20}
elECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT~---J n- I
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL
elECTRICAL CODE
2.
1.
3
4.
5.
6
7.
__ POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
NEe· NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INEG ART 250. PART H)
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Read Instructions -All the safety and operating instructions should be read
before the product
is operated.
Retain Instructions -The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings -All warnings on the product and
in the operating
instructions should
be adhered to.
Follow Instructions -All operating and use instructions should
be followed.
Cleaning -Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not
use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Attachments -
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product
manufacturer
as they may cause hazards.
Water and Moisture -Do not use this product near water -for example,
near abath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink. or laundry tub; in a wet basement;
or near a
swimming pool; and the like.
Accessories -Do not place this product on
an unstable cart, stand, tripod,
brac et. or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to achild or
adult. and serious damage to the product. Use only With acart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table recommended by
he manufacturer, or sold with the
product. Any mounting of the product should
follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should
use amounting accessory recommended by the
manufacturer.
Aproduct and cart combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart
combination to overturn.
10. Ventilation -Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation
and to ensure reliable operation
of the product and to protect it from
overheating, and these openings
must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the product on abed, sofa,
rug, or other similar surface. This product should not
be placed in abuilt-in
Installation such
as abookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided
or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.
11. Power Sources -This product should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the ype
of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power
company.
For products intended to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12. Grounding or Polarization -This product may be equipped With apolarized
alternating-current line plug
(a plug having one blade wider than the other).
This plug will fit Into the power outlet only one way. This
is asafety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the
plug. If the plug should still fail to fit. contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK A.
DO NOTOPEN ~
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle,
IS intended to alert the user 10 the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute arisk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point Within
an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

FRANCAIS ENGLISH
oNOTE ON USE IOBSERVATIONS RELATIVES AL'UTILISATION
• Do not let foreign objects into the unit.
•
Ne pas laisser des objets etrangers dans
I'appareil.
•
Keep the unit free from moisture, water,
and dust.
•Proteger I'appareil contre I'humidite, I'eau
et
la poussiere.
•Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when
installed
in a rack.
•Eviter 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
(2) 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 DENON may 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 a Class 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 radioffV 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.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and
thinner come in contact with the unit.
•Unplug the power cord when not using the •
Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides,
unit for long periods of time.
du benzene et un diluant avec I'appareil.
•Debrancher
Ie cordon d'alimentation
lorsque I'appareil n'est
pas utilise pendant
de longues periodes.
•Never disassemble or modify the unit
in
any way.
•
Ne jamais demonter ou modifier I'appareil
d'une maniere
ou d'une autre.
* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)
•
Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
•
Ne pas obstruer les trous d'aeration
•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.
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o Contents
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Option Setup
o Amp Assign
fJ Volume Control
II Source Delete
BOn-Screen Display
III Ouick Select Name·
III Trigger Out·
II Remote ID Setup·
II 232C Port·· .. ·
mDisplay
1m Setup Lock
Input Setup
Surround Modes
Settings Related to Playing Input Sources
oAuto Preset .. ·
fJ Preset Skip
II Preset Name
BVideo .
III Input Mode
III Rename
II Source Level .......... ·· .. ·
II Assign ..
miPod .
1m Antenna Aiming
mParenral Lock · ..
Parameter
Adjusting the parameters··
Surround Parameter ·
Surround Parameter
Tone
Audyssey Settings
..
RESTORER·······················
Night
Mode ..
Audio Delay
CD Standard Playback ·44
Surround Playback of 2-channel Sources .. ·44
Playing Multi-channel Sources (Dolby Digital. DTS. etc) 45
(1) DSP Simulation Playback· . .... .. · .. ·45
Q) Direct Playback· .. ·45
®Stereo Playback -45
Playback
in the PURE DIRECT Mode ·46
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Menu Operations
Manual Setup
Speaker Setup ..
oSpeaker Configuration ..
fJ Subwoofer Setup ..
II Distance · ..
BChannel Level · .. · ..
III Crossover Frequency
III Front Speaker Setup ....
HDMI Setup .
oColor Space
fJ RGB Range
II Auto Lipsync ..
B HDMI Audio Out
III HDMI Control· ..
III Power Off Control
Audio Setup ·· ..
o EXT. IN Subwoofer Level .. ·
fJ 2ch Direct/Stereo .
II Dolby Digital Setup ..
B Auto Surround Mode .
III EO Preset ........
ZONE2 Setup
oLevel Lch ..
fJ Level Rch
II Volume Limit
B Power On Level
III Mute Level .. ·
Preparations ..
Auto Setup
oAuto Setup .
Error
Messages
fJ Parameter Check ..
Auto Setup
Operations · ..
Example of Display of Default Values·
Examples of On-screen Display and Front Display
Menu
Map· .. ·· ····· ·· · ·· .. · ·· ..
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Connections
Getting Started
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
Preparations·· ...
Cables Used for Connections .
Video Conversion Function
...
On-Screen Display for Component Video Outputs and
HDMIOutput ·· .. · .. 9
Speaker Connections 10
Speaker Installation· ........ 10
Speaker Connections.... .... 10
Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors.. ..·12
Connecting the Monitor.. . .. 13
Connecting the Playback Components· .. ·13
Blu-ray Disc player /DVD player . .. 13
Record Player · ·14
CD Player .14
iPod®·
.. .. .. ·14
TV/CABLE Tuner · 15
Connecting the Recording Components ·15
Video Cassette Recorder
15
CD Recorder / MD Recorder !Tape Deck 16
Connections to Other Devices.. ..·16
Video Camera /Game Console ..16
Component with Multi-channel Output connectors ···17
XM connector
17
SIRIUS connector· ··18
Antenna terminals
19
Multi-zone 20
External Controller..
.. 20
Connecting the Power Cord.. . 21
Once Connections are Completed.. . .. ··21
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Information
Status
oMAIN ZONE .
fJ ZONE2 .
Audio Input Signal··
HDMllnformation·········,·
oHDMI Signal Information
fJ HDMI Monitor Information ..
Auto Surround Mode·
Quick Select, .. · ..
Preset Station ·
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Remote Control Unit Operations
Main Remote Control Unit (RC-1099) ·· .. ·· ·65
Operating DENON Audio Components ·................ ..·65
Presetti
ng ··65
Operating Preset Components ·
.. 65
Punch Through Function· 68
Sub Remote Control Unit
(RC-11 07) .. 68
Amp Assign I Multi-zone Connections and
Operations
Getting Started
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.
Accessories
I
®
@
CD Owner's manual...................... .. 1
@Getting Started ,............. .. 1
mWarranty (for North America model only) 1
@) Service station list 1
®Power cord (Cord length: Approx. 6.2 ft /1.9 m) .. 1
®Main remote control (RC-l 099).... ., 1
(j) R6/M batteries (for RC-l 099). .. 2
® Sub remote control (RC-ll 07)... .1
® R03/AM batteries Ifor RC-ll 07) .. 2
@ FM indoor antenna .. 1
(jJ) AM loop antenna ,................. .. 1
@Setup microphone
(DM-A409, Cord length: Approx.
25 ft /7.6 m) . .. 1
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
List of preset codes End of thiS manual
Troubleshooting 82
Specifications 86
Other Information 73
Multi·zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function 69
Multi-zone Settings and Operations
with Zone Output 71
Multi-zone Operations ..·72
Turning the Power On and Off.. .. .. ·72
Selecting the Input Source· ..·72
Adjusting the Volume........ .. 72
Turning off the Sound Temporarily.... ,72
Playback
Other Operations and Functions
Preparations 54
Turning the Power On .. .. ·54
Selecting the Input Source ·54
Operations During Playback ·54
Playing Video and Audio Equipment
.. ·55
Basic Operation· .·55
Listening
to FM/AM Broadcasts· .. 55
Basic Operation
.. 55
Presetting Radio Stations (Preset Memory) 56
Listening to Preset Stations........ · · ·56
Listening
to XM Satellite Radio Programs 56
Basic Operation.. .. ·57
Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID .. ·57
Presetting Radio Stations (Preset Memory) .. .. ·57
Listening to Preset Stations ·58
Searching Categories
.. 58
Listening
to SIRIUS Satellite Radio Programs· 58
Basic Operation............
.. 58
Checking the SIRIUS Signal Strength and Radio
ID 58
Searching Categories
··59
Parental Lock· ·59
iPod@ Playback 59
Basic Operation.. . .. 59
Listening to Music 60
Viewing Still Pictures or Videos
on the iPod . ..· .... ·60
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Other Operations
..
Recording on an External Equipment IREC OUT mode)
Convenient Functions
..
HDMI Control Function ..
Channel Level .. · .
Fader Function
..
Quick Select Function·
Personal Memory Plus Function
Last Function Memory
Backup Memory......·
Resetting the Microprocessor ........
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Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating It.
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Approx. 23 feet / 7 m
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(RC-l099)
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•Replace the batteries with new ones if the 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 "EF>" and "8" marks in the battery compartment.
•To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
• Do not use a new 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.
•When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready and
insert them as quickly as possible.
-Ntha
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.
II uloerating Range of the Remote Co
(RC-ll07)
(RC-ll07)
R03/AM
the Batteries
About the Remote Control Unit
G) Lift the clasp and remove the rear lid.
In addition to the AVR-2309CI, the included main remote control unit
(RC-l099) can also be used to operate the equipment listed below.
G) DENON system components
@Non-DENON system components
• By setting the preset memory (&page 65 - 67)
@ Load the two batteries properly as indicated by the marks in the
battery compartment.
®Put the rear cover back on.
Note:
For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit
in aconfined
space,
such as abookcase or similar enclosure,
I*Note
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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.
ICautions on Installation
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Part Names and Functions
For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ).
II Front Panel
4E) Cursor buttons (.6\7) (22)
4DMASTER VOLUME control knob ·(54)
«9 AUDYSSEY DYNAMIC VOLUME
indicator ·
.. · · · (50)
4B HD AUDIO indicator.. .(45)
4D Master volume indicator
41) Display
~ Remote control sensor · .. · .. · .. ·(3)
tD ZONE2/REC SELECT button (72)
~ SOURCE SELECT knob ·.......... .. (54)
@) SOURCE button .. (54)
~STATUS button (52,57)
~ DIMMER button· .. · · (37)
~RESTORER button······································ (51)
~ BAND button · .. · · · · .. ·(55)
@) SHIFT button .. · · .. · · (56)
@) PRESET buttons · .. · ·(56)
G)TUNING buttons · .. · · .. · ·(55)
~ MUL TEQ button · .. · · · ·(49)
~ DYNAMIC VOLUME button .... ·........· .. ·...... (50)
*About Dynamic Volume
Audyssey Dynamic Volume™solves the problem
of large variations
in volume level between
television programs, commercials,
and between
the soft
and loud passages of movies.
Audyssey Dynamic
EOTM is integrated into
Dynamic Volume
so that as the playback volume
is adjusted automatically, the perceived bass
response, tonal balance, surround impression,
and dialog clarity remain the same.
*About Dynamic EQ
Audyssey Dynamic EO solves the problem of
deterioratingsound quality
as volume is decreased
by taking into account human perception and
room acoustics. Audyssey Dynamic EO works in
tandem with Audyssey MultEO® to provide well-
balanced sound for every listener at
any volume
level.
@) VIDEO SELECT button .. ·........· .. ·..........· .. · .. (39)
I
oPower operation button
(ON/STANDBY) (54)
8Power indicator · .. ·(54)
.. Power switch (.-.ON .OFF) (54)
•Headphones jack (PHONES) (54)
o INPUT MODE button·················· (17, 64)
oSPEAKERS button .. · .. · · (25, 54)
8Z0NE2 ON/OFF button· .. · ·· · .. ·(72)
8QUICK SELECT buttons· · · .. (64)
o v. AUX INPUT connectors
Remove the
cap covering the terminals when
you want to use them.
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~ SETUP MIC jack .. ·(25)
41 MENU button .. · .. ·(22)
~ RETURN button........ .. (22)
Q) SELECT/ENTER knob · .. · ·(22)
,
• The SELECT/ENTER knob on the main unit
operates
in the same way as the cursor <] and [>
buttons on the remote control unit.
SELECTIENTER
•The control functions in the same way as the
cursor
<] button when turned counterclockwise,
as the cursor [> button when turned clockwise.
•The control functions
in the same way as the
ENTER button when pressed the knob.
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oInput signal indicators
f) Input signal channel indicators
These light when digital signals are input.
• Information display
The input source name, surround mode, setting
values
and other information are displayed
here.
•Output signal channel indicators
oFront speaker indicator
These light according to the settings of the front
A
and Bspeakers.
oZONE2 output indicator
This lights when the power for the ZONE2 is
turned on.
eMaster volume indicator
oAUDYSSEY MULTEQ indicator
This lights when the MultEQ is selected.
01nput mode indicators
ai) Recording output source indicator
This lights when the REC OUT mode is
selected.
4D NIGHT indicator
This lights when the night mode is selected.
4B RESTORER indicator
This lights when the RESTORER mode is
selected.
~ HDMI indicator
This lights when playing using HOMI
connections.
~ Decoder indicators
These light when the respective decoders are
operating.
Q.9 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 tuned
in.
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~HDMI connectors · (12. 13, 15)
~VIDEO IS-VIDEO connectors · .. (13, 15. 16)
4D FMI AM antenna terminals
(TUNER ANTENNA) ·
.. · · · (19)
4& ZONE2 connectors· · · · · .. (20)
4DEXT. IN connectors ·· .. · · · .. (17)
4i) PRE OUT connector · · (10)
SPEAKERS
8AC inlet (AC IN) · · · (21)
o AC OUTLETS (21 )
4D> Digital audio connectors
(OPTICAL ICOAXIAL)
(13 -16. 18)
"Analog audio connectors (AUDIO) (14, 16)
4BXM connector (SAT TU2)..........· .. · .. · (17)
"COMPONENT VIDEO connectors .. · .. · .. (13.15)
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oRS-232C connector· .. ········· ·····...... ·· (20)
f) REMOTE CONTROL jack · .. · .. · · .. ··· .. · (20)
.. TRIGGER OUT jacks ·· .. ·(20)
eDOCK CONTROL jack································· (14)
oSpeaker terminals (SPEAKERS) (10)
0SIGNAL GND terminal · .. · · (14)
.SIRIUS connector (SAT TU1) · (18)
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[ Rear]
IRemote Control Unit
oMain Remote Control Unit (RC-1099)
[
Front] 0Indicator.. .. .. (65)
• Power buttons·· . (54)
.QUICK SELECT buttons (64)
oSource select buttons·· (54)
*: To select "SIRIUS", "XM" as the input
source, use the SAT TU1/2 button.
oSystem buttons·· (601
(l)AUDIO DELAY button . .. (511
.Cursor buttons IE:. \7<1 1» (221
eDYNAMIC VOLUME button (50)
o RESTORER button (51)
4DSOURCE CONTROL switches (651
tDRemote control signal transmitter·.. . (3)
4B Master volume control buttons (541
~ MUTING button (54)
~ NIGHT button··················· (51)
~ MUL TEQ button· (49)
(9Channel select (CH SEL) /
ENTER
button·· (22, 61)
DENON
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If buttons on the front or rear are pressed strongly, the button on the opposite side will be activated too.
7
oSub remote control unit for ZONE2
(RC-1107)
O---~
oZONE2 power buttons (72)
8Source select buttons.. . . .. (541
*: To select "SIRIUS", "XM" as the input
source, use the SAT TU1/2 button.
oTuner system buttons·· (551
oTest tone button (TEST)·· (311
oMAIN ZONE power buttons (MAIN) .. . .. (721
oSurround mode buttons··· ..... (45, 46)
8Amp menu button IA. MENU)· ..... (221
oInput mode button (INPUT) (17. 64)
oEnter button (ENT)·· (22, 61)
«!> RETURN button·· . (22)
4D Cursor buttons (E:. \7 <I 1» (22)
oRemote control signal transmitter (3)
8Zone power off button (OFF)· (68)
oCHANNEL buttons (68)
oTUNING buttons (68)
oSystem buttons·· .. (68)
o REPEAT button·· (68)
8RANDOM button·· (68)
oZone power on button (ON) (68)
oSource select buttons·· .. (68)
*1 : To select "SIRIUS" as the input source, use
the SAT TU1 button.
*2: To select "XM" as the input source, use
the SAT TU2 button.
«!> Volume control buttons (VOLUME) (68)
4D Muting button (MUTE) . .. (68)
~ SHIFT button···· .. · .. (68)
til FAVORITES DIRECT PLAY button (68)
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The DTU buttons cannot be used.
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The FAVORITES DIRECT PLAY button can function
when the control dock for iPod ASD-3N/3W is
used.

Connections
Connections for all compatible audio and video signal formats
are described in this owner's manual. Please select the types of
connections suited for the equipment you are connecting.
With some types of connections, certain settings must be made
on the AVR-2309CI. For details, refer
to the instructions for the
respective connection items below.
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•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 (left
with left.
right
with right).
•Do
not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing
so can result
in humming or noise.
Preparations
Cables Used for Connections
Select the cables according to the equipment being connected.
Audio cables
Coaxial digital connections
(Orange)~ ~ ~
Coaxial digital (75 O/ohms pin-plug) cable
Optical digital connections
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Optical cable
Video cables
Component video connections
(Green) ~
(Blue) ~
(Red) ~
Component video cable
S-Video connections
~(Y)
~ (Ps/Cs)
~ (PR/CR)
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Analog connections (stereo)
(White) ~
(Red) ~
~~
~ ~
Stereo pin-plug cable
S-Video cable
Video connections
(Yellow) ~ e::tJ][J::::------::DIlP ~
Analog connections (monaural, for subwoofer)
(Black) ~ e::tJ][J::::------::D1J=' ~
Pin-plug cable
75 O/ohms pin-plug video cable
Audio and video cables
HOMI connections
Speaker connections
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Speaker cables
+
(§J rL)l-------CD (§J
19-pin HDMI cable
Signal direction
Audio signal:
AOutput
flnput
j Input
Youtput
Video signal:
Output
Input
J Input
TOutput
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II Video Conversion Function
•This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-2309CI into the
format used to output the video signals from the AVR-2309CI to amonitor.
•The AVR-2309CI's video input/output circuitry
is compatible with the following four types of video
signals:
Digital video signals: HOMI
Analog video signals: Component video, S-Video
and Video
[Flow of video signals inside the AVR-2309CI]
On-Screen Display for Component Video Outputs and HDMI
VULJJut
•When viewing HOMI or component video signals via the AVR-2309CI, the on-screen display appears
when the
MENU on the main unit or the A.MENU button on the main remote control unit is operated.
•When only HOMI or component video signals
are input to the AVR-2309CI, the characters of the on-
screen display are not displayed over the picture.
High picture
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connectors j"',/"'"
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Video connector
Video input
terminals
HOMI connector
Y PB/C8 PRiCR
GGG
Component video Monitor
connectors
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S-Video connector
G
Video connector
Monitor output
terminals
- - - - : When 480i/576i signals are input
•When not using this function, connect amonitor output with the same type of connector
as the video
input connector.
•The resolution of the HOMI input-compatible monitor connected to the AVR-2309CI
can be checked at
menu "Information" -
"HOMllnformation" (I(ff'page 53).
IN,U.
•HOMIsignals cannot be converted into analog signals.
•1080p component input video signals cannot
be output to anything other than component video
connectors.
•480p/576p, 1080i and
nop component video input signals cannot be converted into S-Video or Video
format.
•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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Speaker Connections
II Speaker Connections
Example: 5.1-channels
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Subwoofer
with built-in
amplifier
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Subwoofer
Front speakers
A
DO
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_----- Surround back speakers
Center speaker
--------- Surround speakers
Speaker Installation
The illustration below shows abasic example of installation of the amplifier combined with 8speakers and
amonitor.
Subwoofer
Front speakers
Place the front speakers to the
sides of the monitor or screen and
as flush with the screen surface as
possible.
The table
below shows atypical speaker configuration for the AVR-2309CI.
-N'U-
For surround back speakers:
•By default, the AVR-2309CI's "Amp Assign" setting is set to "ZONE2". To use as the surround back
speaker for the MAIN ZONE, change
the" Amp Assign" setting (ll25"page 35).
•When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel (SBL).
For ZONE2 speakers:
•For multi-zone connection and operation, see" Amp Assign /Multi-zone Connections and Operations"
(ll25"page 69 -72).
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FRONT SURROUND SURROUND BACK
CENTER SUBWOOFER
LRLRLR1speaker
7.1-channels 0 0 0 0 0 0 00
(FRONT A+B) -
7.1-channels 00 0 0 0 0 0-0
6.1-channels 0 0 0 0 0 --00
5.1-channels 00 0 0 0 -- - 0
3.1-channels 00 0 -----0
2.1-channels 00------0
2-channels 00- - -- - --
*L : Left
R : Right o0
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Connecting the Speaker Cables Protection circuit
2Turn the speaker terminal
counterclockwise to loosen it.
4Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to
tighten it.
3Insert the speaker cable's core wire to
the hilt into the speaker terminal.
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 inteNals 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 sup-
ply 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-2309CI 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 activat-
ed, due to thinking that the AVR-2309CI has failed, please contact
DENON Service center after switching off.
,
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Carefully check the left (Ll and right (R) channels and +(red) and -
(black) polarities on the speakers being connected to the AVR-2309CI,
and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly.
1Peeloffabout0.03ftJI0 mm
of sheathing
from the tip
of the speaker cable, then
either twist the core wire tightly or
terminate it.
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When using abanana plug
Tighten the speaker terminal firmly before ~
inserting the banana plug. ~"" "3;
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~~
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•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.
•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 (Gf' "Protection circuit").
•Never touch the speaker terminals while the power supply is
connected. Doing so could result in electric shock.
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Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors
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Monitor
HOMI
IN
~
~
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•By default, the HDMI audio signals are output from the speakers connected to the AVR-2309CI.
•To output the sound from the
TV, make the settings at menu "Manual Setup" - "HDMI Setup" - "HDMI
Audio Out" - "TV" (Gr'page 32).
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•HDMI video signals are theoretically compatible with the DVI format.
When connecting to amonitor, etc., equipped with aDVI-D connector, connection
is possible using an
HDMI/DVI converter cable, but depending on the combination of components in some cases the video
signals will not be output.
•When connecting using
an HDMI/DVI converter adapter, the video signals may not be output properly
due to poor connections
with the connected cable, etc.
When connecting with an HDMI/DVI converter cable (adapter)
Copyright protection system (HDCP)
In order to play the digital video and audio signals of aBlu-ray, DVD-Video or DVD-Audio disc using HDMI/
DVI connections, both the connected Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player and monitor must be equipped for
acopyright protection system
called" HDCP" (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection).
HDCP
is acopy protection technology consisting of data encoding and mutual identification of the
devices.
The AVR-2309CI
is HDCP-compatible. For details on the Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player or monitor you
are using, refer to its operating instructions.
-nln-
•The AVR-2309CI cannot be controlled from another device via the HDMI cable.
•The audio signals output from the HDMI connector (sampling frequency, bit rate, etc.) may be restricted
by the connected device.
•Video signals are not output properly when using devices that are not HDCP-compatible.
•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.
·If the menu "Manual Setup" - "HDMI Setup" - "HDMI Audio Out" setting (Gr'page 32) is set to
"AMP", the sound may be interrupted when the monitor's power is turned off.
•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).
•If the monitor or Blu-ray Disc player /
DVD player does not support Deep Color, deep color signal transfer
is not possible.
•If the monitor or Blu-ray Disc player /
DVD player does not support xvYCC, xvYCC signal transfer is not
possible.
•If the monitor does not
support" Auto Lipsync Correction" function, this function will not work.
•The AVR-2309CI
is compatible with the HDMI's CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) function. Please
note the following.
•It may not work depending
on the device it is connected to and its setup.
•It does not operate
with televisions or players that are not compatible with HDMl's CEC.
•When the AVR-2309CI and Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player are connected using an HDMI cable, also
connect the AVR-2309CI
and monitor using an HDMI cable.
•If the connected monitoror Blu-ray Disc player /
DVD player only has aDVI-D connector, use an HDMI/DVI
converter cable. When using aDVI cable, no audio signals are transmitted.
•Use aDeep Color compatible cable for connection to Deep Color compatible devices.
Compatible Details Discs
audio
format
(examples)
2-channel linear 2ch 32-192 kHz CD, DVD-Video,
PCM 16/20/24 bits DVD-Audio
Multi-channel
8ch 32-192 kHz DVD-Audio,
linear PCM 16/20/24 bits Blu-ray
Dolby Digital,
DTS Bitstream DVD-Video
Dolby Digital
Plus,
DolbyTrueHD, Bitstream Blu-ray
DTS-HD
With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred with asingle cable.
Blu-ray Disc
player /
l DVD player J
HOMI
OUT
~
~
*The AVR-2309CI is equipped for HDMI
version 1.3a. This version
is compatible
with other versions, allowing connection
to
all components equipped with an HDMI
connector.
*The AVR-2309CI is compatible with 30- and
36-bit Deep Color.
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Connecting the Monitor Connecting
the Playback Components
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Disc player, and playing Dolby
TrueHD, DTS-HD, Dolby Digital
Plus HD AUDIO, connect the
HDMI.
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OUT OUT
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OUT OUT
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Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect
correctly.
II Blu-ray Disc player IDVD player
When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup"
-"Assign" - "Digitalin" (&page 42).
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SVIDEO COMPONENT VIDEO
IN IN
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HDMI
IN
•Select the terminal to use and connect the device (&page 9"Video Conversion Function").
•With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred with asingle cable.
• To output the audio signals to the monitor with HDMI connections, set menu "Manual Setup" - "HDMI
Setup" - "HDMI Audio Out" to "TV" (&page 32).
Monitor
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•The component video connectors may be indicated differently on your monitor. For details, see the
monitor's operating instructions.
•The audio signals output from the HDMI connectors are only the HDMI input signals.
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Record Player CD Player
II iPod®
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ASD-3N/3W
Use aDENON control dock for iPod (ASD-l R, ASD-3N or ASD-3W sold
separately) to connect the
iPod to the AVR-2309CI. For instructions on
the control dock for iPod settings, refer to the control dock for iPod's
operating instructions.
iPod
•With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to the
VCR (iPod) connector.
•
To assign the iPod to aconnector other than VCR (iPod), make the
settings at menu "Input Setup" -"(input source to which
iPod dock
assigned)" -"Assign" -"iPod dock" ((W'page 42).
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CD player
--AUDIO--
AUDIO COAXIAL
OUT OUT
L R
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When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the
settings at menu "Input Setup" -"Assign" -"Digital In"
(~page
42).
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Turntable (MM cartridge)
•When connecting arecord player with an MC cartridge, use a
commercially available MC head amplifier or astep-up transformer.
•Induction humming
(a booming sound) may be produced from the
speakers if the volume
is raised with no record player connected.
•With some record players, noise may be generated when the ground
wire
is connected. If so, disconnect the ground wire.
-N·n.
The AVR-2309CI's SIGNAL GND terminal is meant to reduce noise
when arecord player
is connected. This is not asafety ground
terminal.
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TV ICABLE Tuner Connecting the Recording Components
Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
TV tuner Carefully check the left (L)
and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect
correctly.
When using acoaxial cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup"
- "Assign" - "Digitalin" (D2!rpage 42).
--AUDIO--
AUDIO OPTICAL
IN IN
L A
~~ ~
--VIDEO-
VIDEO SVIDEO
IN IN
HOMt
OUT
VIDEO
ovr
SVIDEO
ovr
--VIOEO--
-- AUOIO-~
OPTICAL AUDIO
OUT OUT
L A
~~
Video cassette recorder
Video Cassette Recorder
Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
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--AUDIO--
AUDIO OPTICAL
OUT OUT
L A
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-----VIDEO -----
SVIDEO COMPOI'll'NT VIDEO
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IVIDEO
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'------=------,--------,--,--------:-.../
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•When recording via the AVR-2309CI, the playback device's cable must be of the same type as the cable
used to connect the AVR-2309CI's VCR OUT connector.
Example: TV IN ~ S-Video cable. VCR OUT ~ S-Video cable
TV IN ~ Video cable: VCR OUT ~ Video cable
•When using acomponent video cable for the video connection, make the settings at menu "Input Setup"
- "Assign" -"Component In" (D2!rpage 42)
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Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-2309CI's OPTICAL2 output connector
to any input connector other than OPTICAL2.
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II CD Recorder I MD Recorder ITape Deck Connections
to Other Devices
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-- VIDEO -- --- AUDIO--
S VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO OPTICAL
OUT OUT OUT OUT
L R
C ~ GG ~
Video camera /Game console
o@
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---
Video Camera IGame Console
Carefully check the left {Ll and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect
correctly.
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CD recorder /
MD recorder /
Tape deck
--AUDIO--
AUDIO AUDIO
OUT
IN
L R L R
~~ GG
Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals, or digital connections if you wish to
record digital audio signals, depending
on the types of connectors on the components being used.
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XM connector
•The AVR-2309CI is an XM Ready® receiver. You can receive XM® Satellite Radio by connecting to the
XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock (includes home antenna, sold separately) and subscribing to the XM
service.
• Plug the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock into the XM connector on the rear panel.
•Position the Home Dock antenna near asouth-facing window to receive the best signal.
For details, see" Listening to XM Satellite Radio Programs" (@"page 56 - 58).
When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the XM Mini-Tuner and Home
Dock.
-N,lI.
Keep the power cord unplugged until the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock connection have been
completed.
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Blu-ray Disc player /DVD player /
External decoder
AUDIO
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Component with Multi-channel Output connectors
•To play the analog input signals input to the EXT. IN connectors, press the INPUT MODE button on the
main unit or INPUT button on the main remote control unit and select "EXT. IN" or make the settings at
menu "Input Setup" - "Input Mode" -"Input Mode" -"EXT. IN" (GT'page 41).
•The video signal can be connected in the same way as aBlu-ray Disc player / DVD player (GT'page 13).
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•The XM name and related logo are registered trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights
reserved.
•XM Ready® is aregistered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.
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