Denon AVR-X1800H User manual

AVR-X1800H
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 19
Rear panel 21
Remote control unit 24
Connections
Speaker installation 28
Connecting speakers 33
Before connecting speakers 33
Connecting speakers to the speaker terminals 37
Connecting an external power amplifier 38
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 39
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 40
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 41
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Bi-amp connection of front
speakers 47
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speakers 48
Connecting multi-zone speakers 49
Connecting a TV 50
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC / eARC 51
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC / eARC 52
Connecting a playback device 53
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 54
Connecting a media player 55
Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player or DVD player 56
Connecting a game console or player device compatible with 8K 57
Connecting a turntable 58
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 59
Connecting FM/AM antennas 60
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 62
Wired LAN 62
Wireless LAN 63
Connecting an external control device 64
REMOTE CONTROL jack 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 Blu-ray Disc player/DVD 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
Adjusting the volume of Bluetooth headphones 79
Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 79
Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones 80
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 81
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 82
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 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
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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
Playing back HEOS Favorites 109
Adding to HEOS Favorites 110
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
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 137
Canceling the Panel lock function 137
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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 142
Playback the source in ZONE2 143
Adjusting the Volume in ZONE2 147
Settings
Menu map 148
Menu operations 153
Audio 154
Subwoofer Level Adjust 154
Surround Parameter 154
Restorer 160
Volume 161
Audyssey®162
Graphic EQ 164
Video 166
HDMI Setup 166
HDMI Upscaler 170
On-Screen Display 171
Screensaver 172
4K/8K Signal Format 172
HDCP Setup 174
Inputs 175
Input Assign 175
Source Rename 178
Hide Sources 178
Source Level 178
Speakers 179
Audyssey® Setup 179
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 181
Error messages 187
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 188
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Manual Setup 189
Speaker Layout 189
Amp Assign 189
Front/Center/Surround/Surround Back 190
Height 191
Subwoofer 191
Bi-Amp 191
Front B 192
ZONE2 192
View Terminal Config. 192
Distances 193
Levels 194
Crossovers 195
Speaker Preset 195
Advanced 196
Subwoofer Output 196
Low Pass Filter 197
Front Speaker 198
Network 199
Information 199
Connection 199
Wi-Fi Setup 200
Settings 202
Network Control 203
Friendly Name 204
Diagnostics 204
AirPlay 205
Spotify Connect 206
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 206
HEOS 207
You have not signed in 207
You have already signed in 207
General 208
Language 208
Owner's Manual 208
ECO 208
Bluetooth Transmitter 212
ZONE2 Setup 213
Zone Rename 214
Quick Select 215
Front Display 216
Firmware 217
Information 219
Usage Data 221
Save & Load 221
Setup Lock 222
Reset 222
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 223
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Tips
Tips 225
Troubleshooting 227
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 228
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 229
Display on this unit shows nothing 229
No sound comes out 230
Desired sound does not come out 231
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 234
No video is shown on the TV 235
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 236
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 236
AirPlay cannot be played back 237
USB memory devices cannot be played back 238
Bluetooth cannot be played back 239
The Internet radio cannot be played back 241
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 242
Various online services cannot be played 243
The HDMI Control function does not work 243
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 244
Update error messages 245
Resetting factory settings 246
Resetting network settings 247
Factory Restore 248
Appendix
About HDMI 249
Relationship between video signals and TV output 253
Playing back a USB memory devices 255
Playing back a Bluetooth device 256
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 257
Playing back Internet Radio 258
Personal memory plus function 258
Last function memory 258
Sound modes and channel output 259
Sound modes and surround parameters 261
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 264
Explanation of terms 266
Trademark information 275
Specifications 277
Audio section 277
Tuner section 279
Wireless LAN section 279
Bluetooth section 280
General 281
Index 283
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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 antenna
Remote control unit
(RC-1257)
Warranty
(for North America
model only)
2× R03/AAA batteries
Power cord
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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. 23 ft/7 m
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Features
High quality sound
0Powerful 7-channel Amplifier with the Latest Home Cinema Specs
Featuring discrete high-current amplifiers on all channels, this unit
delivers high-power performance of 80 watts per channel (8 Ω/ohms, 20
Hz - 20 kHz, T.H.D.: 0.08 %, 2ch. driven). Low impedance drivers
provide operational stability for a wide range of speakers and create a
balanced, tonal sound.
Upgrade your expectations in home theater entertainment.
0Dolby Atmos (v p. 267)
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. 157)
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. 270)
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. 270)
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
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, 1 output)
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This unit is equipped with 6 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. 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. 73)
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. 67)
BPower indicator
This is lit as follows according to the power status:
0White: Power on
0Off: Normal standby
0Red:
0When “HDMI Pass Through” is set to “On” (v p. 166)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 168)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 203)
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. 19)
FMASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 68)
GTuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 85)
HZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 143)
IZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 143)
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JDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 216)
KSTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display.
LQUICK 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)
MHeadphones 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.
NSETUP MIC jack
This is used to connect the supplied Sound calibration microphone.
(v p. 182)
OUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 59)
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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. 177)
BSurround back indicator
This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround back
speakers. (v p. 190)
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® XT”, “Dynamic EQ” or “Dynamic Volume”
has been set up. (v p. 162)
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. 130)
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GVolume indicator
HMUTE indicator
This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 68)
IInformation display
The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other
information are displayed here.
JInput signal indicators
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal.
(v p. 177)
KZONE2 indicator
This lights up when ZONE2 (another room) power is turned on.
“Playback the source in ZONE2” (v p. 143)
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