Denon AVR-S970H User manual

AVR-S970H
INTEGRATED NETWORK AV RECEIVER
Owner’s Manual
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Accessories 9
Inserting the batteries 10
Operating range of the remote control unit 10
Features 11
High quality sound 11
High performance 12
Easy operation 16
Part names and functions 17
Front panel 17
Display 21
Rear panel 23
Remote control unit 26
Connections
Speaker installation 30
Connecting speakers 35
Before connecting speakers 35
Connecting speakers to the speaker terminals 39
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 40
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 41
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 42
Connecting multi-zone speakers 48
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Connecting a TV 49
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC / eARC 50
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC / eARC 51
Connecting a playback device 52
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 53
Connecting a media player 54
Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player or DVD player 55
Connecting a game console or player device compatible with 8K 56
Connecting a turntable 57
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 58
Connecting FM/AM antennas 59
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 61
Wired LAN 61
Wireless LAN 62
Connecting the power cord 63
Playback
Basic operation 65
Turning the power on 65
Selecting the input source 65
Adjusting the volume 66
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 66
Playback a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player 66
Playing a USB memory device 67
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 68
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 71
Playing music from Bluetooth device 72
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 73
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 74
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 75
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 76
Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 77
Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones 77
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Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 78
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 79
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 81
RDS Search 81
PTY Search 82
TP Search 83
Radio text 83
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 84
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 84
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 85
Listening to preset stations 85
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 86
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 87
Cancelling Preset Skip 88
Listening to Internet Radio 89
Listening to Internet Radio 90
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 91
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 92
Getting the HEOS App 95
HEOS Account 96
Playing from streaming music services 97
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 100
AirPlay function 104
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 105
Playing iTunes music with this unit 105
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 106
Spotify Connect function 107
Playing Spotify music with this unit 107
Convenience functions 108
Adding to HEOS Favorites 109
Playing back HEOS Favorites 109
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 110
Adjusting the audibility of dialog and vocals (Dialog Enhancer) 110
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 111
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 112
Adjusting audio delay (Audio Delay) 113
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 114
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 115
Changing the speaker settings to match the listening environment
(Speaker Preset) 116
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Selecting a sound mode 117
Selecting a sound mode 118
Direct playback 119
Pure Direct playback 120
Auto surround playback 120
Description of sound mode types 121
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 125
HDMI Control function 129
Setting procedure 129
Sleep timer function 130
Using the sleep timer 131
Quick select plus function 132
Calling up the settings 133
Changing the settings 134
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) 142
Connecting ZONE2 142
Playback in ZONE2 143
Settings
Menu map 145
Menu operations 150
Audio 151
Subwoofer Level Adjust 151
Surround Parameter 151
Restorer 156
Volume 157
Audyssey®158
Graphic EQ 160
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Video 162
HDMI Setup 162
Output Settings 167
On-Screen Display 168
Screensaver 169
4K/8K Signal Format 170
HDCP Setup 171
TV Format 172
Inputs 173
Input Assign 173
Source Rename 176
Hide Sources 176
Source Level 176
Speakers 177
Audyssey® Setup 177
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 179
Error messages 185
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 186
Manual Setup 187
Amp Assign 187
Speaker Configuration 188
Distances 192
Levels 194
Crossovers 194
Bass 195
Speaker Preset 196
Network 197
Information 197
Connection 197
Wi-Fi Setup 198
Settings 200
Network Control 201
Friendly Name 202
Diagnostics 202
AirPlay 203
Spotify Connect 204
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 204
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HEOS Account 205
You have not signed in 205
You have already signed in 205
General 206
Language 206
Owner's Manual 206
ECO 206
Bluetooth Transmitter 210
ZONE2 Setup 211
Zone Rename 212
Quick Select Names 212
Front Display 213
Firmware 214
Information 216
Usage Data 218
Save & Load 218
Setup Lock 219
Reset 219
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 220
Tips
Tips 222
Troubleshooting 224
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 225
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 226
Display on this unit shows nothing 226
No sound comes out 227
Desired sound does not come out 228
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 231
No video is shown on the TV 232
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 233
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 233
AirPlay cannot be played back 234
USB memory devices cannot be played back 235
Bluetooth cannot be played back 236
The Internet radio cannot be played back 238
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 239
Various online services cannot be played 240
The HDMI Control function does not work 240
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 241
Update error messages 242
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Resetting factory settings 243
Resetting network settings 244
Restoring the firmware to the factory defaults 245
Appendix
About HDMI 246
Relationship between video signals and monitor output 250
Playing back a USB memory devices 252
Playing back a Bluetooth device 253
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 254
Playing back Internet Radio 255
Personal memory plus function 255
Last function memory 255
Sound modes and channel output 256
Sound modes and surround parameters 258
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 261
Explanation of terms 263
Trademark information 272
Specifications 274
Index 280
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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.
Cable labelsNotes on radioSafety InstructionsQuick Start Guide
Sound calibration
microphone stand
Sound calibration
microphone
AM loop antennaFM indoor antennaPower cord
External antennas for
Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity
Remote control unit
(RC-1253)
Cautions on Using Batteries
2× R03/AAA batteries
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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.
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.
30° 30°
Approx. 7 m
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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 90 W per channel (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 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. 264)
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. 153)
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. 267)
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. 267)
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
08K 60Hz input/output supported
8K,
4K 120Hz
8K,
4K 120Hz
When 8K Ultra HD (High Definition) is used, an input/output speed of 60
frames per second (60p) is achieved for video signals. When connected
to 8K 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 supports a wide range of HDR content, delivering even higher
definition video.
0HDCP 2.3
This unit is compatible with HDCP 2.3 copyright protection standard.
0Digital video processor upscales 1080p / 4K to 8K
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
1080p/4K 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, 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)
62
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. 104)
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. 71)
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. 115)
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 AVR Remote” Appz for performing
basic operations of the unit with an iPad, iPhone or Android™
devices (Google, Amazon Kindle Fire)
The Denon AVR Remote 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 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 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
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. 65)
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. 162)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 164)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 201)
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 65)
DRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 10)
EDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 21)
FMASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 66)
GZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 143)
HZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 143)
ITuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 85)
JTuning up / Tuning down buttons (TUNE +, –)
These select either FM broadcast or AM broadcast. (v p. 79)
KReception band select button (BAND)
This switches the reception band. (v p. 79)
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Q2 Q3 Q4
Q5 Q6 Q7
LTune mode select button (MODE)
This switches the tuning mode. (v p. 84)
MDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 213)
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. 180)
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. 132)
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Q9Q8
RSOUND MODE buttons
These select the sound mode. (v p. 117)
SUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 58)
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