Denon AVR-S960H User manual

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AVR-S960H
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 15
Part names and functions 16
Front panel 16
Display 20
Rear panel 22
Remote control unit 26
Connections
Speaker installation 30
Connecting speakers 37
Before connecting speakers 37
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 41
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 42
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 43
Connecting multi-zone speakers 49
Connecting a TV 50
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 51
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 52
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 53
Connecting a playback device 54
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 55
Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 56
Connecting a player device compatible with the 8K 57
Connecting a video camcorder or game console 58
Connecting a turntable 59
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 60
Connecting FM/AM antennas 61
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 63
Wired LAN 63
Wireless LAN 64
Connecting the power cord 65
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Playback
Basic operation 67
Turning the power on 67
Selecting the input source 67
Adjusting the volume 68
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 68
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 68
Playing a USB memory device 69
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 70
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 73
Playing music from Bluetooth device 74
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 75
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 76
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 77
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 78
Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 79
Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones 79
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 80
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 81
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 82
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 83
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 83
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 84
Listening to preset stations 84
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 85
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 86
Cancelling Preset Skip 87
Listening to Internet Radio 88
Listening to Internet Radio 89
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 90
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 91
Getting the HEOS App 94
HEOS Account 95
Playing from streaming music services 96
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 99
AirPlay function 103
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 104
Playing iTunes music with this unit 104
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 105
Spotify Connect function 106
Playing Spotify music with this unit 106
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Convenience functions 107
Adding to HEOS Favorites 108
Playing back HEOS Favorites 108
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 109
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 110
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 111
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 112
Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment (Picture
Mode) 113
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 114
Changing the speaker settings to match the listening environment
(Speaker Preset) 115
Selecting a sound mode 116
Selecting a sound mode 117
Direct playback 118
Pure Direct playback 119
Auto surround playback 119
Description of sound mode types 120
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 124
HDMI Control function 128
Setting procedure 128
Smart Menu function 129
Sleep timer function 131
Using the sleep timer 132
Quick select plus function 133
Calling up the settings 134
Changing the settings 135
Panel lock function 136
Disabling all key button operations 136
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 136
Canceling the Panel lock function 137
Remote lock function 138
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 138
Enabling the remote sensor function 138
Web control function 139
Controlling the unit from a web control 139
Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) 141
Connecting ZONE2 141
Playback in ZONE2 142
Settings
Menu map 144
Menu operations 148
Audio 149
Center Level Adjust 149
Subwoofer Level Adjust 149
Surround Parameter 150
Restorer 154
Audio Delay 155
Volume 156
Audyssey®157
Graphic EQ 159
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Video 161
Picture Adjust 161
HDMI Setup 162
Output Settings 168
On Screen Display 172
Screen Saver 173
4K/8K Signal Format 173
HDCP Setup 175
TV Format 175
Inputs 176
Input Assign 176
Source Rename 179
Hide Sources 179
Source Level 179
Speakers 180
Audyssey® Setup 180
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 182
Error messages 188
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 189
Manual Setup 190
Amp Assign 190
Speaker Config. 191
Distances 195
Levels 197
Crossovers 198
Bass 199
Speaker Preset 200
Network 201
Information 201
Connection 201
Wi-Fi Setup 202
Settings 204
Network Control 206
Friendly Name 206
Diagnostics 207
AirPlay 207
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HEOS Account 208
You have not signed in 208
You have already signed in 208
General 209
Language 209
ECO 209
Bluetooth Transmitter 213
ZONE2 Setup 214
Zone Rename 215
Quick Select Names 215
Front Display 216
Firmware 217
Information 220
Usage Data 222
Save & Load 222
Setup Lock 223
Reset 223
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 224
Tips
Tips 226
Troubleshooting 228
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 229
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 230
Display on this unit shows nothing 230
No sound comes out 231
Desired sound does not come out 232
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 235
No video is shown on the TV 236
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 238
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 238
AirPlay cannot be played back 239
USB memory devices cannot be played back 240
Bluetooth cannot be played back 241
The Internet radio cannot be played back 243
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 244
Various online services cannot be played 245
The HDMI Control function does not work 245
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 246
Update/upgrade error messages 247
Resetting factory settings 248
Resetting network settings 249
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Appendix
About HDMI 250
Relationship between video signals and monitor output 254
Playing back a USB memory devices 256
Playing back a Bluetooth device 257
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 258
Playing back Internet Radio 259
Personal memory plus function 259
Last function memory 259
Explanation of terms 260
Trademark information 269
Specifications 271
Index 276
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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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External antennas for
Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity
R03/AAA batteries
Sound calibration
microphone stand
Sound calibration
microphone
AM loop antenna
FM indoor antenna
Cable labelsWarranty
(for North America
model only)
Notes on radioSafety InstructionsQuick Start Guide
Remote control unit
(RC-1239)
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Inserting the batteries
1Remove the rear lid in the direction of the arrow and
remove it.
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2Insert two batteries correctly into the battery
compartment as indicated.
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Batteries
3Put the rear cover back on.
NOTE
0To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
0Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
0Do not use two different types of batteries.
0Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in use for long
periods.
0If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery
compartment and insert new batteries.
Operating range of the remote control
unit
Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
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Approx. 23 ft/7 m
30° 30°
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Features
High quality sound
0High-Performance Discrete 7-Channel Amplifier
Featuring discrete high-performance power amplifiers on all channels,
this unit powers 90W per channel (8Ω /ohms, 20Hz-20kHz, T.H.D.:
0.08%, with 2 channels driven).
With low impedance driver capability, it offers operational stability with a
wide range of speakers for balanced, quality sound. Plus, Auto Eco
Mode adjusts power output to speakers based on volume level and on-
screen eco meter, providing power consumption reduction in real-time.
0Dolby Atmos (v p. 261)
This unit is equipped with a decoder that supports Dolby Atmos 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.
0Speaker Virtualizer (v p. 152)
Speaker Virtualizer enables you to access a more immersive
entertainment experience from traditional channel based speaker
layouts through digital signal processing including Dolby Atmos height
virtualization and surround virtualization.
0Speaker Virtualizer is not for use when both height speakers and surround
speakers are connected.
0Height Virtualization may be applied when surround speakers are connected.
0DTS:X (v p. 264)
This unit is equipped with the DTS:X decoder technology. DTS:X brings
the home theater experience to new heights with its immersive object
based audio technology which removes the bounds of channels. The
flexibility of objects allows for sound to be scaled large or small and
moved around the room with greater accuracy than ever before leading
to a richer immersive audio experience.
0DTS Virtual:X (v p. 264)
DTS Virtual:X technology features DTS’s proprietary virtual height and
virtual surround processing to deliver an immersive sound experience
from any type of input source (stereo to 7.1.4 channel) and speaker
configuration.
0DTS Virtual:X is not for use when Height speakers are connected.
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High performance
0Ultimate Home Theater Experience – 8K Ready
This unit enables a superior movie experience with 8K/60Hz pass-
through, as well as elevated gaming with 4K/120Hz pass-through and
support for the latest HDMI specifications. With support for the highest
quality 3D audio formats, experience your entertainment in more detail
than ever.
This unit lets you build the best 4K home theater today and gives you
the comfort of knowing that your AV receiver is 8K ready when you are.
0HDCP 2.3
This unit is compatible with HDCP 2.3 copyright protection standard.
0Digital video processor upscales SD (resolution) or HD (720p/
1080p) / 4K to 8K
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8K Ultra HD
8K 8K
Up to
1080p/4K 60Hz
8K
up scaling
This unit is equipped with a 8K video upscaling function that allows SD
(Standard Definition) or HD (High Definition)/4K 60Hz video to be output
via HDMI at 8K (7680 × 4320 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.
0eARC (Enhanced Audio Return Channel) function compatibility
The eARC function is compatible with conventional ARC function-
compatible audio formats in addition to multichannel linear PCM, Dolby
TrueHD, Dolby Atmos, DTS-HD Master Audio, DTS:X and other audio
formats a conventional ARC function cannot transmit.
Additionally, connecting to an eARC function-compatible television
enables enjoyment of higher-quality surround playback of the audio
content played from your television.
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0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (6 inputs, 2 outputs)
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OutIn
This unit is equipped with 6 HDMI inputs and 2 HDMI outputs enabling
connection to various HDMI compatible devices such as Blu-ray Disc
players, game consoles and HD video camcorders. This unit is
equipped with 2 monitor outputs, enabling you to project the same
image at the same time using this unit.
0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 103)
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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. 73)
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You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.
0Connect Bluetooth headphones
This unit can transmit Bluetooth so you can enjoy audio wirelessly
through your Bluetooth headphones.
Playback can be performed using connected speakers and Bluetooth
headphones simultaneously, or only using Bluetooth headphones.
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0Multi-Room audio (v p. 114)
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GMAIN ZONEHGZONE2H
You can select and play back the respective inputs in MAIN ZONE and
ZONE2.
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 background music
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.
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)
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Along with many new features, the graphics and user interface have
been completely overhauled. The new app gives you full control of this
unit 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 iPad, iPhone or Android™ 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 products with HEOS Built-in are connected to the same
network, they can be grouped to play the same music on all products
simultaneously, or different music can be played on each one.
Easy operation
0“Setup Assistant” provides easy-to-follow setup instructions
First select the language when prompted. Then simply follow the
instructions displayed on the TV screen to set up the speakers, network,
etc.
0Easy to use Graphical User Interface
This unit is equipped with a Graphical User Interface for improved
operability.
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Part names and functions
Front panel
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APower operation button (X)
Used to turn the power of the MAIN ZONE (room where this unit is
located) on/off (standby). (v p. 67)
BPower indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0Green: Power on
0Off: Normal standby
0Red:
0When “HDMI Pass Through” is set to “On” (v p. 163)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 164)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 206)
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 67)
DRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 9)
EDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 20)
FMASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 68)
GZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 142)
HZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 142)
ITuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 84)
JTuning up / Tuning down buttons (TUNE +, –)
These select either FM broadcast or AM broadcast. (v p. 81)
KReception band select button (BAND)
This switches the reception band. (v p. 81)
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Q2 Q3 Q4
Q5 Q6 Q7
LTune mode select button (MODE)
This switches the tuning mode. (v p. 83)
MDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 216)
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. 183)
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. 133)
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RSOUND MODE buttons
These select the sound mode. (v p. 116)
SUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 60)
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AInput mode indicators
These light according to the audio input mode settings of each input
source. (v p. 178)
BSurround back indicator
This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround back
speakers. (v p. 192)
CDecoder indicators
These light when Dolby or DTS signals are input or when the Dolby or
DTS decoder is running.
DAudyssey® indicator
This lights when “MultEQ®”, “Dynamic EQ” or “Dynamic Volume” has
been set up. (v p. 157)
ETuner reception mode indicators
These light up according to the reception conditions when the input
source is set to “Tuner”.
TUNED: Lights up when the broadcast is properly tuned in.
STEREO: Lights up when receiving FM stereo broadcasts.
FSleep timer indicator
This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 131)
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