Denon AVR-X2700H User manual

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AVR-X2700H
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 25
Connections
Speaker installation 29
Connecting speakers 36
Before connecting speakers 36
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 40
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 41
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 42
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Bi-amp connection of front
speaker 48
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speaker 49
Connecting multi-zone speakers 50
Connecting a TV 51
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 52
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) / eARC
(Enhanced Audio Return Channel) 53
Connection 3 : TV equipped without an HDMI connector 54
Connecting a playback device 55
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 56
Connecting a DVD player or Blu-ray Disc player 57
Connecting a player device compatible with the 8K 58
Connecting a video camcorder or game console 59
Connecting a turntable 60
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 61
Connecting FM/AM antennas 62
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 64
Wired LAN 64
Wireless LAN 65
Connecting an external control device 66
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 66
Connecting the power cord 67
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Playback
Basic operation 69
Turning the power on 69
Selecting the input source 69
Adjusting the volume 70
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 70
Playback a DVD player/Blu-ray Disc player 70
Playing a USB memory device 71
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 72
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 75
Playing music from Bluetooth device 76
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 77
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 78
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 79
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 80
Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 81
Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones 81
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 82
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 83
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 84
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 85
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 85
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 86
Listening to preset stations 86
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 87
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 88
Cancelling Preset Skip 89
Listening to Internet Radio 90
Listening to Internet Radio 91
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 92
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 93
Getting the HEOS App 96
HEOS Account 97
Playing from streaming music services 98
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 101
AirPlay function 105
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 106
Playing iTunes music with this unit 106
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 107
Spotify Connect function 108
Playing Spotify music with this unit 108
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Convenience functions 109
Adding to HEOS Favorites 110
Playing back HEOS Favorites 110
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 111
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 112
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 113
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 114
Adjusting the picture quality for your viewing environment (Picture
Mode) 115
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 116
Changing the speaker settings to match the listening environment
(Speaker Preset) 117
Selecting a sound mode 118
Selecting a sound mode 119
Direct playback 120
Pure Direct playback 121
Auto surround playback 121
Description of sound mode types 122
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 126
HDMI Control function 130
Setting procedure 130
Smart Menu function 131
Sleep timer function 133
Using the sleep timer 134
Quick select plus function 135
Calling up the settings 136
Changing the settings 137
Panel lock function 138
Disabling all key button operations 138
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 138
Canceling the Panel lock function 139
Remote lock function 140
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 140
Enabling the remote sensor function 140
Web control function 141
Controlling the unit from a web control 141
Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) 143
Connecting ZONE2 143
Playback in ZONE2 145
Settings
Menu map 147
Menu operations 151
Audio 152
Center Level Adjust 152
Subwoofer Level Adjust 152
Surround Parameter 153
Restorer 157
Audio Delay 158
Volume 159
Audyssey®160
Graphic EQ 162
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Video 164
Picture Adjust 164
HDMI Setup 166
Output Settings 171
On Screen Display 175
Screen Saver 176
4K/8K Signal Format 176
HDCP Setup 178
TV Format 178
Inputs 179
Input Assign 179
Source Rename 182
Hide Sources 182
Source Level 182
Speakers 183
Audyssey® Setup 183
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 185
Error messages 191
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 192
Manual Setup 193
Amp Assign 193
Speaker Config. 194
Distances 199
Levels 200
Crossovers 201
Bass 202
Front Speaker 203
Speaker Preset 203
Network 204
Information 204
Connection 204
Wi-Fi Setup 205
Settings 207
Network Control 209
Friendly Name 209
Diagnostics 210
AirPlay 210
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HEOS Account 211
You have not signed in 211
You have already signed in 211
General 212
Language 212
ECO 212
Bluetooth Transmitter 216
ZONE2 Setup 217
Zone Rename 218
Quick Select Names 218
Front Display 219
Firmware 220
Information 223
Usage Data 225
Save & Load 225
Setup Lock 226
Reset 226
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 227
Tips
Tips 229
Troubleshooting 231
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 232
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 233
Display on this unit shows nothing 233
No sound comes out 234
Desired sound does not come out 235
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 238
No video is shown on the TV 239
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 241
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 241
AirPlay cannot be played back 242
USB memory devices cannot be played back 243
Bluetooth cannot be played back 244
The Internet radio cannot be played back 246
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 247
Various online services cannot be played 248
The HDMI Control function does not work 248
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 249
Update/upgrade error messages 250
Resetting factory settings 251
Resetting network settings 252
Restoring the firmware to the factory defaults 253
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Appendix
About HDMI 254
Relationship between video signals and monitor output 258
Playing back a USB memory devices 260
Playing back a Bluetooth device 261
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 262
Playing back Internet Radio 263
Personal memory plus function 263
Last function memory 263
Explanation of terms 264
Trademark information 273
Specifications 275
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.
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Quick Start Guide Safety Instructions Notes on radio Warranty
(for North America
model only)
Cable labels
Sound calibration
microphone stand
Sound calibration
microphone
AM loop antennaFM indoor antennaPower cord
R03/AAA batteries External antennas for
Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity
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
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 95 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. 265)
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. 155)
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. 268)
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. 268)
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 delivers the ultimate home theater experience with 8K/60Hz
pass-through, 4K/120Hz pass-through for gaming, and support for the
latest HDMI specifications. This unit allows you to build the best 4K
home theater system, and offers the convenience of knowing that the
used AV receiver is ready for 8K format whenever the user decides to
use it.
Enjoy the highest quality 3D audio and video for even the most
demanding entertainment needs.
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. 105)
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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. 75)
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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. 116)
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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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For details, see the next page.
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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. 69)
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. 209)
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 69)
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. 70)
GTuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 86)
HZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 145)
IZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 145)
JDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 219)
KSTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display.
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Q3 Q4 Q5
Q2
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. 135)
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 PRE OUT
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. 186)
OUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 61)
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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. 181)
BSurround back indicator
This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround back
speakers. (v p. 196)
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. 160)
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. 133)
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GVolume indicator
HMUTE indicator
This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 70)
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. 181)
KZONE2 indicator
This lights up when ZONE2 (another room) power is turned on.
(v p. 145)
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