Denon AVR-X2800H User manual

AVR-X2800H
AVR-X2800H DAB
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 20
Rear panel 22
Remote control unit 25
Connections
Speaker installation 29
Connecting speakers 34
Before connecting speakers 34
Connecting speakers to the speaker terminals 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 (for FM/AM model only) 60
Connecting a DAB/FM antenna (for FM/DAB model only) 62
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 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
Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 79
Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones 79
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts (for FM/AM model only) 80
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 81
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 83
RDS Search 83
PTY Search 84
TP Search 85
Radio text 85
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 86
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 86
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 87
Listening to preset stations 87
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 88
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 89
Cancelling Preset Skip 90
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Listening to FM/DAB broadcasts (for FM/DAB model only) 91
Listening to FM broadcasts 92
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 94
RDS Search 94
PTY Search 95
TP Search 96
Radio text 96
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 97
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 97
Listening to DAB broadcasts 98
Auto scanning DAB broadcast stations (Auto Scan) 99
Checking the reception intensity of stations (Tuning Aid) 100
Setting the order of broadcasting station (Station Order) 100
Suppressing the dynamic range (DRC) 101
Resetting the DAB settings (DAB Initialize) 101
Checking the current DAB version (DAB Version) 102
Presetting the current FM/DAB broadcast station (Preset Memory) 103
Listening to preset stations 104
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 104
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 105
Cancelling Preset Skip 106
Listening to Internet Radio 107
Listening to Internet Radio 108
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 109
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 110
Getting the HEOS App 113
HEOS Account 114
Playing from streaming music services 115
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 118
AirPlay function 122
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 123
Playing iTunes music with this unit 123
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 124
Spotify Connect function 125
Playing Spotify music with this unit 125
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Convenience functions 126
Adding to HEOS Favorites 127
Playing back HEOS Favorites 127
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 128
Adjusting the audibility of dialog and vocals (Dialog Enhancer) 128
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 129
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 130
Adjusting audio delay (Audio Delay) 131
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 132
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 133
Changing the speaker settings to match the listening environment
(Speaker Preset) 134
Selecting a sound mode 135
Selecting a sound mode 136
Direct playback 137
Pure Direct playback 138
Auto surround playback 138
Description of sound mode types 139
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 143
HDMI Control function 147
Setting procedure 147
Sleep timer function 148
Using the sleep timer 149
Quick select plus function 150
Calling up the settings 151
Changing the settings 152
Panel lock function 154
Disabling all key button operations 154
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 154
Canceling the Panel lock function 155
Remote lock function 156
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 156
Enabling the remote sensor function 156
Web control function 157
Controlling the unit from a web control 157
Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) 160
Connecting ZONE2 160
Playback in ZONE2 162
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Settings
Menu map 164
Menu operations 169
Audio 170
Subwoofer Level Adjust 170
Surround Parameter 170
Restorer 175
Volume 176
Audyssey®177
Graphic EQ 179
Video 181
HDMI Setup 181
Output Settings 185
On-Screen Display 187
Screensaver 188
4K/8K Signal Format 188
HDCP Setup 190
TV Format 190
Inputs 191
Input Assign 191
Source Rename 194
Hide Sources 194
Source Level 194
Speakers 195
Audyssey® Setup 195
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 197
Error messages 203
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 204
Manual Setup 205
Amp Assign 205
Speaker Configuration 206
Distances 211
Levels 212
Crossovers 213
Bass 213
Front Speaker 214
Speaker Preset 215
Network 216
Information 216
Connection 216
Wi-Fi Setup 217
Settings 219
Network Control 220
Friendly Name 221
Diagnostics 221
AirPlay 222
Spotify Connect 223
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 223
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HEOS Account 224
You have not signed in 224
You have already signed in 224
General 225
Language 225
Owner's Manual 225
ECO 225
Bluetooth Transmitter 229
ZONE2 Setup 230
Zone Rename 231
Quick Select Names 231
Front Display 232
Firmware 233
Information 235
Usage Data 237
Save & Load 237
Setup Lock 238
Reset 238
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 239
Tips
Tips 241
Troubleshooting 243
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 244
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 245
Display on this unit shows nothing 245
No sound comes out 246
Desired sound does not come out 247
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 250
No video is shown on the TV 251
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 252
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 252
AirPlay cannot be played back 253
USB memory devices cannot be played back 254
Bluetooth cannot be played back 255
The Internet radio cannot be played back 257
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 258
Various online services cannot be played 259
The HDMI Control function does not work 259
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 260
Update error messages 261
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Resetting factory settings 262
Resetting network settings 263
Restoring the firmware to the factory defaults 264
Appendix
About HDMI 265
Relationship between video signals and monitor output 269
Playing back a USB memory devices 271
Playing back a Bluetooth device 272
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 273
Playing back Internet Radio 274
Personal memory plus function 274
Last function memory 274
Sound modes and channel output 275
Sound modes and surround parameters 277
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 280
Explanation of terms 282
Trademark information 291
Specifications 293
Index 299
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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 antenna
(for AVR-X2800H only)
FM indoor antenna
(for AVR-X2800H only)
External antennas for
Bluetooth/wireless
connectivity
Remote control unit
(RC-1253)
2× R03/AAA batteries
Cautions on Using Batteries
DAB/FM indoor antenna
(for AVR-X2800H DAB only)
Power cord
(Australian model only)
Power cord
(European model only)
or
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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
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. 283)
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. 172)
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. 286)
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. 286)
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)
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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. 122)
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. 133)
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
Q3 Q4 Q5
uioQ0 Q1 Q2
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For details, see the next page.
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er t yqw
uioQ0 Q1
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. 181)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 183)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 220)
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 67)
DRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 10)
EDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 20)
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. 87)
HZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 162)
IZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 162)
JDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 232)
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. 150)
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. 198)
OUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 59)
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Display
uiytrewq
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0
Q
1
AInput mode indicators
These light according to the audio input mode settings of each input
source. (v p. 193)
BSurround back indicator
This lights when audio signals are being output from the surround back
speakers. (v p. 208)
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. 177)
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.
RDS: Lights up when receiving RDS broadcasts.
FSleep timer indicator
This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 148)
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