Denon AVR-X6800 User manual

AVR-X6800H
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 15
Easy operation 19
Part names and functions 20
Front panel 20
Display 24
Rear panel 26
Remote control unit 30
Connections
Speaker installation 34
Connecting speakers 40
Before connecting speakers 40
Connecting speakers to the speaker terminals 44
Connecting an external power amplifier 45
Speaker configuration and “Amp Assign” settings 47
Connecting 5.1-channel speakers 49
Connecting 7.1-channel speakers 50
Connecting 9.1-channel speakers 52
Connecting 11.1-channel speakers 57
Connecting 13.1-channel speakers 62
Bi-amp connection 65
Connecting 9.1-channel speakers: Second pair of front speakers 67
Connecting multi-zone speakers 68
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Connecting a TV 72
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC / eARC 73
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC / eARC 74
Connecting a playback device 75
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 76
Connecting a media player 77
Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player or DVD player 78
Connecting a game console or player device compatible with 8K 79
Connecting a turntable 80
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 81
Connecting FM/AM antennas 82
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 84
Wired LAN 84
Wireless LAN 85
Connecting an external control device 86
REMOTE CONTROL jacks 86
TRIGGER OUT jacks 87
Connecting the power cord 88
Playback
Basic operation 90
Turning the power on 90
Selecting the input source 90
Adjusting the volume 91
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 91
Playback a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player 91
Playing a USB memory device 92
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 93
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 96
Playing music from Bluetooth device 97
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 98
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 99
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 100
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 101
Adjusting the volume of Bluetooth headphones 102
Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 102
Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones 103
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Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 104
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 105
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 106
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 107
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 107
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 108
Listening to preset stations 108
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 109
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 110
Cancelling Preset Skip 111
Listening to Internet Radio 112
Listening to Internet Radio 113
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 114
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 115
Getting the HEOS App 118
HEOS Account 119
Playing from streaming music services 120
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 123
AirPlay function 127
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 128
Playing iTunes music with this unit 128
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 129
Spotify Connect function 130
Playing Spotify music with this unit 130
Convenience functions 131
Playing back HEOS Favorites 132
Adding to HEOS Favorites 133
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 133
Adjusting the audibility of dialog and vocals (Dialog Enhancer) 133
Adjusting the volume of each channel to match the input source
(Channel Level Adjust) 134
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 135
Selecting a Dirac Live filter (Dirac Live) 136
Adjusting audio delay (Audio Delay) 136
Changing the strength of Tactile Transducer according to the
input source (Tactile Transducer) 137
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 138
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 139
Changing the speaker settings to match the listening environment
(Speaker Preset) 140
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Selecting a sound mode 141
Selecting a sound mode 142
Direct playback 143
Pure Direct playback 144
Auto surround playback 144
Description of sound mode types 145
Sound mode that can be selected for each input signal 150
HDMI Control function 155
Setting procedure 155
Sleep timer function 156
Using the sleep timer 157
Quick select plus function 158
Calling up the settings 159
Changing the settings 160
Panel lock function 162
Disabling all key button operations 162
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 163
Canceling the Panel lock function 163
Remote lock function 164
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 164
Enabling the remote sensor function 164
Web control function 165
Controlling the unit from a web control 165
Playback in ZONE2/ZONE3 (Another room) 167
Connecting ZONE 168
Playback the source in ZONE2/ZONE3 173
Adjusting the Volume in ZONE2/ZONE3 177
Settings
Menu map 178
Menu operations 183
Audio 184
Subwoofer Level Adjust 184
Bass Sync 184
Surround Parameter 185
Restorer 193
Volume 194
Audyssey®195
Dirac Live 198
Graphic EQ 198
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Video 200
HDMI Setup 200
Output Settings 205
On-Screen Display 206
Screensaver 207
4K/8K Signal Format 208
HDCP Setup 209
Inputs 210
Input Assign 210
Source Rename 213
Hide Sources 213
Source Level 214
Speakers 215
Audyssey® Setup 215
Procedure for speaker settings (Audyssey® Setup) 217
Error messages 223
Retrieving Audyssey® Setup settings 225
Manual Setup 226
Speaker Layout 226
Amp Assign 226
Front/Center/Surround/Surround Back/Front Wide 228
Height Speakers 229
Layout 230
Front Layout / Middle Layout / Rear Layout / TS/CH 232
Subwoofers 235
Subwoofer Mode 236
Subwoofer Layout 236
Bi-Amp 239
Front B 239
ZONE2 240
ZONE3 240
ZONE2/3 241
View Terminal Config. 241
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Distances 242
Levels 243
Crossovers 244
Speaker Preset 244
Advanced 245
Subwoofer Output 246
Low Pass Filter 247
Distribution 247
Front Speaker 248
2ch Playback 248
Tactile Transducer 251
Dirac Live Setup 252
Network 253
Information 253
Connection 253
Wi-Fi Setup 254
Settings 256
Network Control 257
Friendly Name 258
Diagnostics 258
AirPlay 259
Spotify Connect 260
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 260
HEOS 261
You have not signed in 261
You have already signed in 261
General 262
Language 262
Owner's Manual 262
ECO 262
Bluetooth Transmitter 266
ZONE2 Setup / ZONE3 Setup 267
Zone Rename 269
Quick Select 270
Trigger Out 1 / Trigger Out 2 / Trigger Out 3 271
Front Display 271
Firmware 272
Information 274
Usage Data 276
Save & Load 276
Setup Lock 277
Reset 277
Specifying the zone used with the remote control unit 278
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Tips
Tips 280
Troubleshooting 282
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 283
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 284
Display on this unit shows nothing 284
No sound comes out 285
Desired sound does not come out 286
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 290
No video is shown on the TV 291
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 293
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 293
AirPlay cannot be played back 294
USB memory devices cannot be played back 295
Bluetooth cannot be played back 296
The Internet radio cannot be played back 298
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 299
Various online services cannot be played 300
The HDMI Control function does not work 300
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 301
When using HDMI ZONE2, the devices does not function properly 302
Update error messages 303
Resetting factory settings 304
Resetting network settings 305
Factory Restore 306
Appendix
About HDMI 307
Video conversion function 311
Playing back a USB memory devices 313
Playing back a Bluetooth device 314
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 315
Playing back Internet Radio 316
Personal memory plus function 316
Last function memory 316
Sound modes and channel output 317
Sound modes and surround parameters 319
Types of input signals, and corresponding sound modes 322
Explanation of terms 326
Trademark information 337
Specifications 341
Audio section 341
Video section 343
Tuner section 344
Wireless LAN section 344
Bluetooth section 345
General 346
Index 348
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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-1256)
Warranty
(for North America
model only)
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. 23 ft/7 m
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Features
High quality sound
0Powerful 11-channel Amplifier with the Latest Home Cinema
Specs
Featuring a sophisticated power amplifier design, this unit delivers high-
power performance at 140 watts per channel (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz - 20
kHz, T.H.D.: 0.05 %, 2ch. driven) to ensure a dynamic and precise
entertainment experience. Low impedance drivers provide operational
stability for a wide range of speakers and create a balanced, tonal
sound.
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. 328)
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. 187)
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. 331)
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. 331)
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. 331)
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. 197)
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. 216)
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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0Dirac Live Upgradability
The interaction between your sound system and the physical layout of
your room has a huge impact on sound quality. Dirac Live® Room
Correction applies state-of-the-art, patented algorithms to analyze and
digitally reduce room impact and enhance speaker performance. Dirac
Live delivers a larger sweet spot, accurate staging, clarity, voice
intelligibility, and a deeper, tighter bass not otherwise possible. Fully
tunable to your preference.
You can purchase a Dirac Live license key to unlock the functionality.
Visit www.dirac.com/denon/
0Dirac Live Bass Control Upgradability
Dirac Live Bass Control is a technology to manage low-frequency
channel routing from the signal to the playback channels (speakers) of
your audio device. Additionally, with full control over the device’s
channel and frequency routing and output, the Dirac Live Room
Correction technology is significantly augmented. In particular systems
with multiple subwoofers will see a substantially improved room
correction and bass performance.
For details, please refer to Dirac Live Manual.
https://manuals.denon.com/DiracLive/ALL/EN
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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
0AURO-3D recommends adding FRONT HEIGHT and SURROUND HEIGHT speakers to a 5.1 speaker configuration. Optionally, you may substitute REAR HEIGHT, ceiling
speakers, Dolby Atmos Enabled speakers instead of FRONT HEIGHT and SURROUND HEIGHT speakers for Dolby Atmos, DTS:X and AURO-3D playback.
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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
8K
up scaling
1080p/4K 60Hz
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. 167)
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 (7 inputs, 3 outputs)
73
OutIn
For connection to a broad range of digital sources, this unit features 7
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. 127)
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. 96)
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. 139)
【MAIN ZONE】【ZONE2】/【ZONE3】
You can select and play back the respective inputs in MAIN ZONE,
ZONE2 and ZONE3.
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
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