Denon AVR-S640H User manual

Accessories 8
Inserting the batteries 9
Operating range of the remote control unit 9
Features 10
High quality sound 10
High performance 10
Easy operation 13
Part names and functions 14
Front panel 14
Display 17
Rear panel 19
Remote control unit 22
Connections
Speaker installation 26
Connecting speakers 28
Before connecting speakers 28
Standard connection 31
Connecting a TV 32
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 33
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 34
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 35
Connecting a playback device 36
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 37
Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 38
Connecting a turntable 39
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 40
Connecting an FM/AM antenna 41
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 43
Wired LAN 43
Wireless LAN 44
Connecting the power cord 45
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Playback
Basic operation 47
Turning the power on 47
Selecting the input source 47
Adjusting the volume 48
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 48
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 48
Playing a USB memory device 49
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 50
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 53
Playing music from Bluetooth device 54
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 55
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 56
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 57
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 58
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 59
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 60
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset) 60
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 61
Listening to preset stations 61
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 62
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 63
Cancelling Preset Skip 64
Listening to Internet Radio 65
Listening to Internet Radio 66
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 67
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 68
Getting the HEOS App 71
HEOS Account 72
Playing from streaming music services 73
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 76
AirPlay function 80
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 81
Playing iTunes music with this unit 81
Perform iTunes playback operations with the remote control unit
of this unit 82
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 83
Spotify Connect function 84
Playing Spotify music with this unit 84
Convenience functions 85
Adding to HEOS Favorites 86
Playing back HEOS Favorites 86
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 87
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Ch Level Adjust) 88
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 89
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 90
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Selecting a sound mode 91
Selecting a sound mode 92
Direct playback 93
Auto surround playback 93
Description of sound mode types 94
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 97
HDMI Control function 100
Setting procedure 100
Smart Menu function 101
Sleep timer function 103
Using the sleep timer 104
Quick select plus function 105
Calling up the settings 106
Changing the settings 107
Panel lock function 108
Disabling all key button operations 108
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 108
Canceling the Panel lock function 109
Remote lock function 110
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 110
Enabling the remote sensor function 110
Web control function 111
Controlling the unit from a web control 111
Settings
Menu map 113
Menu operations 117
Audio 118
Center Level 118
Subwoofer Level 118
Surr.Parameter 119
Restorer 124
Audio Delay 125
Volume 126
Audyssey®127
Manual EQ 129
Video 132
HDMI Setup 132
On Screen Disp. 137
4K Signal Format 138
TV Format 139
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Inputs 140
Input Assign 140
Source Rename 142
Hide Sources 142
Source Level 142
Input Select 143
Speakers 144
Audyssey® Setup 144
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 146
Error messages 152
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 153
Manual Setup 154
Speaker Config. 154
Distances 156
Levels 157
Crossovers 158
Bass 159
Network 160
Information 160
Connection 160
Wi-Fi Setup 161
Settings 162
Network Control 164
Friendly Name 164
Diagnostics 165
HEOS Account 166
You have not signed in 166
You have already signed in 166
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General 167
Language 167
ECO 167
Quick Sel.Names 170
Front Display 170
Firmware 171
Information 174
Usage Data 175
Save & Load 176
Setup Lock 176
Reset 177
Tips
Tips 179
Troubleshooting 181
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 182
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 183
Display on this unit shows nothing 183
No sound comes out 184
Desired sound does not come out 185
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 187
No video is shown on the TV 188
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 189
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 189
AirPlay cannot be played back 190
USB memory devices cannot be played back 191
Bluetooth cannot be played back 192
The Internet radio cannot be played back 193
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 194
Various online services cannot be played 195
The HDMI Control function does not work 195
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 196
Update/upgrade error messages 197
Resetting factory settings 198
Resetting network settings 199
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Appendix
About HDMI 200
Playing back a USB memory devices 203
Playing back a Bluetooth device 204
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 205
Playing back Internet Radio 206
Personal memory plus function 206
Last function memory 206
Sound modes and channel output 207
Sound modes and surround parameters 208
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 211
Explanation of terms 214
Trademark information 221
Specifications 223
Index 228
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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 Notes on radio Warranty
(for North America
model only)
Cable labels
FM indoor antenna AM loop antenna Sound calibration
microphone stand
Sound calibration
microphone
R03/AAA batteries
Remote control unit
(RC-1226)
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Inserting the batteries
1Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and
remove it.
.
2Insert two batteries correctly into the battery
compartment as indicated.
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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.
.
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 5-channels (100 Watts x 5-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.
This unit also supports HDR (High Dynamic Range) and BT.2020 wide
color gamut.
0HDCP 2.2
This unit is compatible with HDCP 2.2 copyright protection standard.
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0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (5 inputs, 1 output)
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OutIn
This unit is equipped with 5 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. 80)
.
You can enjoy a wide variety of content, including listening to Internet
Radio, playing audio files stored on your PC.
This unit also supports Apple AirPlay which lets you stream your music
library from an iPhone®, iPad®, iPod touch® or iTunes®.
0Supports AirPlay 2® wireless audio
Sync multiple AirPlay 2 compatible devices/speakers for simultaneous
playback.
This unit supports AirPlay 2 and requires iOS 11.4 or later.
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0Playback of DSD and FLAC files via USB and networks
This unit supports the playback of high resolution audio formats such as
DSD (5.6 MHz) and FLAC 192 kHz files. It provides high quality
playback of high resolution files.
0Wireless connection with Bluetooth devices can be carried out
easily (v p. 53)
.
You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.
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.
0Compatible with the “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” Appz for
performing basic operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhone or
Android™ devices (Google, Amazon Kindle Fire)
.
Along with many new features, the graphics and user interface have
been completely overhauled. The new app gives you full control of the
AVR as well as access to its setup menu for detailed adjustments from
your phones or tablets. “Denon 2016 AVR Remote” App also gives you
quick access to the receiver's status display, option menus, Denon Blu-
ray Disc player control, and online owner's manual for your
convenience.
zDownload the appropriate “Denon 2016 AVR 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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0HEOS provides streaming music from your favorite online music
sources
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HEOS wireless multi-room sound system that enables you to enjoy your
favorite music anywhere and everywhere around your home. By utilizing
your existing home network and the HEOS App (available for iOS,
Android and Amazon devices), you can explore, browse, and play
music from your own music library or from many online streaming music
services.
When multiple HEOS devices are connected to the same network,
HEOS devices can be grouped to play back the same music on all
devices simultaneously, or different music can be played on each
separate HEOS device.
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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APower operation button (X)
Used to turn the power on/off (standby). (v p. 47)
BPower indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0Green: Power on
0Off: Normal standby
0Red:
0When “HDMI PassThrough” is set to “On” (v p. 133)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 134)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 164)
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 47)
DRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
EDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 17)
FMASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 48)
GTuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 61)
HTuning up / Tuning down buttons (TUNE +, –)
Select either FM broadcast or AM broadcast. (v p. 58)
IReception band select button (BAND)
This switches the reception band. (v p. 58)
JTune mode select button (MODE)
This switches the tuning mode. (v p. 60)
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KInformation button (INFO)
This displays the status information on the TV screen. (v p. 175)
LSLEEP button
This sets the sleep timer. (v p. 103)
MDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 170)
NSTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display.
OHeadphones 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
0To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using
headphones.
PSETUP MIC jack
This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone.
(v p. 147)
QQUICK 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. 105)
RSOUND MODE buttons
These select the sound mode. (v p. 91)
SUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 40)
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Display
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AInput mode indicators
These light according to the audio input mode settings of each input
source. (v p. 143)
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®”, “Dynamic EQ” or “Dynamic Volume” has
been set up. (v p. 127)
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.
ESleep timer indicator
This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 103)
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FVolume indicator
GMUTE indicator
This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 48)
HInformation display
The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other
information are displayed here.
IInput signal indicators
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal.
(v p. 143)
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Rear panel
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PRE OUT
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SIGNAL GND
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PRE OUT
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SUBWOOFER
AUDI O
(ASSIGNABLE)
IN
AUDI O
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PLAYER
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AUDIO
NETWORK
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DIGITAL AUDIO
(ASSIGNABLE)
COAXIAL
MONITOR
VIDEO
OUT
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CBL/SAT
2
AUX
1
CBL/SAT
2
AUX
(ASSIGNABLE)
SIGNAL GND
PHONO
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FMAM
MONITOR
HDMI
OUT
4K / HDCP2.2
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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. 44)
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90°
320°
320°
90°
0The 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.
BAnalog audio connectors (AUDIO)
Used to connect devices equipped with analog audio connectors.
0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 37)
0“Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player” (v p. 38)
0“Connecting a turntable” (v p. 39)
CPRE OUT connectors
Used to connect a subwoofer with a built-in amplifier. (v p. 29)
DVideo connectors (VIDEO)
Used to connect devices equipped with video connectors.
0“Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI
connector” (v p. 35)
0“Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV)” (v p. 37)
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