Denon AVR-X3800H User manual

AVR-X3800H
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 14
Easy operation 18
Part names and functions 19
Front panel 19
Display 22
Rear panel 24
Remote control unit 28
Connections
Speaker installation 32
Connecting speakers 38
Before connecting speakers 38
Connecting speakers to the speaker terminals 42
Connecting an external power amplifier 43
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 45
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 47
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 48
Connecting 9.1-channel speakers 49
Connecting 11.1-channel speakers 50
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers: Bi-amp connection of front
speakers 53
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speakers 54
Connecting multi-zone speakers 55
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Connecting a TV 57
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC / eARC 58
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC / eARC 59
Connecting a playback device 60
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 61
Connecting a media player 62
Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player or DVD player 63
Connecting a game console or player device compatible with 8K 64
Connecting a turntable 65
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 66
Connecting FM/AM antennas 67
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 69
Wired LAN 69
Wireless LAN 70
Connecting an external control device 71
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 71
TRIGGER OUT jack 72
Connecting the power cord 73
Playback
Basic operation 75
Turning the power on 75
Selecting the input source 75
Adjusting the volume 76
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 76
Playback a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player 76
Playing a USB memory device 77
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 78
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 81
Playing music from Bluetooth device 82
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 83
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 84
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 85
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 86
Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 87
Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones 87
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Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 88
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 89
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 90
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 91
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 91
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 92
Listening to preset stations 92
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 93
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 94
Cancelling Preset Skip 95
Listening to Internet Radio 96
Listening to Internet Radio 97
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 98
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 99
Getting the HEOS App 102
HEOS Account 103
Playing from streaming music services 104
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 107
AirPlay function 111
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 112
Playing iTunes music with this unit 112
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 113
Spotify Connect function 114
Playing Spotify music with this unit 114
Convenience functions 115
Adding to HEOS Favorites 116
Playing back HEOS Favorites 116
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 117
Adjusting the audibility of dialog and vocals (Dialog Enhancer) 117
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 118
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 119
Adjusting audio delay (Audio Delay) 120
Changing the strength of Tactile Transducer according to the
input source (Tactile Transducer) 121
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 122
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 123
Changing the speaker settings to match the listening environment
(Speaker Preset) 124
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Selecting a sound mode 125
Selecting a sound mode 126
Direct playback 127
Pure Direct playback 128
Auto surround playback 128
Description of sound mode types 129
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 134
HDMI Control function 139
Setting procedure 139
Sleep timer function 140
Using the sleep timer 141
Quick select plus function 142
Calling up the settings 143
Changing the settings 144
Panel lock function 146
Disabling all key button operations 146
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 146
Canceling the Panel lock function 147
Remote lock function 148
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 148
Enabling the remote sensor function 148
Web control function 149
Controlling the unit from a web control 149
Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) 152
Connecting ZONE2 152
Playback in ZONE2 154
Settings
Menu map 156
Menu operations 161
Audio 162
Subwoofer Level Adjust 162
Bass Sync 162
Surround Parameter 163
Restorer 171
Volume 172
Audyssey®173
Graphic EQ 176
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Video 178
HDMI Setup 178
Output Settings 183
On-Screen Display 184
Screensaver 185
4K/8K Signal Format 186
HDCP Setup 187
TV Format 188
Inputs 189
Input Assign 189
Source Rename 192
Hide Sources 192
Source Level 192
Speakers 193
Audyssey® Setup 193
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 195
Error messages 201
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 203
Manual Setup 204
Amp Assign 204
Speaker Configuration 214
Distances 222
Levels 224
Crossovers 224
Bass 225
Front Speaker 226
Speaker Connection 226
Tactile Transducer Setup 227
Speaker Preset 228
Network 229
Information 229
Connection 229
Wi-Fi Setup 230
Settings 232
Network Control 233
Friendly Name 234
Diagnostics 234
AirPlay 235
Spotify Connect 236
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 236
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HEOS Account 237
You have not signed in 237
You have already signed in 237
General 238
Language 238
Owner's Manual 238
ECO 238
Bluetooth Transmitter 242
ZONE2 Setup 243
Zone Rename 245
Quick Select Names 245
Trigger Out 246
Front Display 246
Firmware 247
Information 249
Usage Data 251
Save & Load 251
Setup Lock 252
Reset 252
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 253
Tips
Tips 255
Troubleshooting 257
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 258
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 259
Display on this unit shows nothing 259
No sound comes out 260
Desired sound does not come out 261
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 264
No video is shown on the TV 265
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 267
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 267
AirPlay cannot be played back 268
USB memory devices cannot be played back 269
Bluetooth cannot be played back 270
The Internet radio cannot be played back 272
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 273
Various online services cannot be played 274
The HDMI Control function does not work 274
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 275
When using HDMI ZONE2, the devices does not function properly 276
Update error messages 277
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Resetting factory settings 278
Resetting network settings 279
Restoring the firmware to the factory defaults 280
Appendix
About HDMI 281
Relationship between video signals and monitor output 285
Playing back a USB memory devices 287
Playing back a Bluetooth device 288
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 289
Playing back Internet Radio 290
Personal memory plus function 290
Last function memory 290
Sound modes and channel output 291
Sound modes and surround parameters 293
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 296
Explanation of terms 300
Trademark information 310
Specifications 313
Index 318
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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)
Warranty
(for North America
model only)
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. 23 ft/7 m
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Features
High quality sound
0Powerful 9-channel Amplifier with the Latest Home Cinema Specs
Featuring discrete high-current amplifiers on all channels, this unit
delivers high-power performance at 105 watts per channel (8 Ω/ohms,
20 Hz - 20 kHz, T.H.D.: 0.08 %, 2ch. driven) to ensure a powerful and
precise entertainment experience, every time.
Upgrade your expectations in home theater entertainment.
0Discrete 4 subwoofers
Immerse yourself in evenly distributed, accurate bass. Featuring up to
four subwoofer outputs to smooth out low frequencies and provide
better dispersion. No audible peaks or dips - just powerful, room-filling
bass.
0Dolby Atmos (v p. 301)
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. 165)
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. 304)
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. 305)
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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0IMAX Enhanced (v p. 305)
This IMAX Enhanced product have met stringent performance
standards established by IMAX and DTS in order to create a consistent
and higher bar for sound performance. DTS has developed a special
method for reproducing an IMAX signature sound experience in the
consumer’s home. This method combines a unique conversion process
for IMAX theatrical audio mixes utilizing an enhanced DTS codec
technology. The IMAX theatrical audio format with point source
surround speakers closely matches the speaker configuration most
consumers have in their homes today. Coupled with DTS audio
technology, IMAX Enhanced audio products will ensure the best and
most accurate audio reproduction over 5.1 or more speaker channels.
0Audyssey LFC™ (Low Frequency Containment) (v p. 175)
Audyssey LFC™ solves the problem of low frequency sounds
disturbing people in neighboring rooms or apartments. Audyssey
LFC™ dynamically monitors the audio content and removes the low
frequencies that pass through walls, floors and ceilings. It then applies
psychoacoustic processing to restore the perception of low bass for
listeners in the room. The result is great sound that no longer disturbs
the neighbors.
0Discrete subwoofers and Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ (v p. 194)
The unit has four subwoofer output capability and can adjust the level
and delay for each subwoofer individually.
Audyssey Sub EQ HT™ makes the integration seamless by first
compensating for any level and delay differences between the four
subwoofers and then applying Audyssey MultEQ® XT32 to four
subwoofers together for improved deep bass response and detail.
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0Auro-3D
This unit is equipped with an Auro-3D decoder.
With Auro-3D, Front Height (FHL + FHR), Surround Height (SHL + SHR) and Top Surround (TS/optional) are added to a conventional 5.1-channel
system to achieve a natural and realistic sound field that is three-dimensional and fully immersive.
You will be able to fully enjoy Auro-3D playback if you properly place the speakers for Auro-3D.
2 Auro-3D playback
FHL FHR
SHL SHR
TS
FL FR
SW
SL SR
C
2 Dolby Atmos playback
FHL FHR
SHL SHR
TS
FL FR
SW
SL SR
C
0Auro-3D does not support a Dolby Atmos configuration using Top Front, Top Middle or Top Rear speakers.
But it is possible to support both an Auro-3D and Dolby Atmos by adding Front Height and Rear Height speakers* to a 5.1 configuration.
zFor an optimum Auro-3D experience Surround Height speakers are strongly recommended.
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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.
0Equipped with HDMI ZONE2 output (v p. 152)
The ZONE2 multi-room output includes an HDMI output that lets you
enjoy a different A/V source in that room, with another program playing
in the main room.
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0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (6 inputs, 3 outputs)
63
OutIn
For connection to a broad range of digital sources, this unit features 6
HDMI inputs, that lets you quickly and conveniently connect a
camcorder, game console or other HDMI-equipped device. There are
dual HDMI outputs for the main room, and a third HDMI output for
ZONE2.
0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 111)
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. 81)
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. 123)
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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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. 75)
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. 178)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 180)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 233)
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 75)
DRemote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote control unit. (v p. 10)
EDisplay
This displays various pieces of information. (v p. 22)
FMASTER VOLUME knob
This adjusts the volume level. (v p. 76)
GTuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 92)
HZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 154)
IZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 154)
JDIMMER button
Each press of this switches the brightness of the display. (v p. 246)
KSTATUS button
Each press of this switches the status information that is shown on the
display.
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