Denon DRA-900H User manual

DRA-900H
NETWORK STEREO RECEIVER
Owner’s Manual
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
1
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

Accessories 8
Inserting the batteries 9
Operating range of the remote control unit 9
Features 10
High quality sound 10
High performance 10
Easy operation 15
Part names and functions 16
Front panel 16
Display 19
Rear panel 20
Remote control unit 23
Connections
Speaker installation 27
Connecting speakers 28
Before connecting speakers 28
Connecting 2.1-channel speakers 30
Second pair of speaker 31
Bi-wiring connection 32
Connecting a TV 34
Connection 1 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
compatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 35
Connection 2 : TV equipped with an HDMI connector and
incompatible with the ARC (Audio Return Channel) 36
Connecting a playback device 37
Connecting a set-top box (Satellite tuner/cable TV) 38
Connecting a media player 39
Connecting a Blu-ray Disc player or DVD player 40
Connecting a game console or player device compatible with 8K 41
Connecting a turntable 42
Connecting a USB memory device to the USB port 43
Connecting FM/AM antennas 44
Connecting to a home network (LAN) 46
Wired LAN 46
Wireless LAN 47
Connecting an external control device 48
REMOTE CONTROL jack 48
Connecting the power cord 49
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
2
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

Playback
Basic operation 51
Turning the power on 51
Selecting the input source 51
Adjusting the volume 52
Turning off the sound temporarily (Muting) 52
Playback a Blu-ray Disc player/DVD player 52
Playing a USB memory device 53
Playing files stored on USB memory devices 54
Listening to music on a Bluetooth device 57
Playing music from Bluetooth device 58
Pairing with other Bluetooth devices 59
Reconnecting to this unit from a Bluetooth device 60
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 61
Listening to audio on Bluetooth headphones 62
Adjusting the volume of Bluetooth headphones 63
Reconnecting to a Bluetooth headphones 63
Disconnecting Bluetooth headphones 64
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 65
Listening to FM/AM broadcasts 66
Tuning in by entering the frequency (Direct Tune) 67
Changing the tune mode (Tune Mode) 68
Tuning in to stations and presetting them automatically (Auto
Preset Memory) 68
Presetting the current broadcast station (Preset Memory) 69
Listening to preset stations 69
Specify a name for the preset broadcast station (Preset Name) 70
Skipping preset broadcast stations (Preset Skip) 71
Cancelling Preset Skip 72
Listening to Internet Radio 73
Listening to Internet Radio 74
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 75
Playing back files stored on a PC or NAS 76
Getting the HEOS App 79
HEOS Account 80
Playing from streaming music services 81
Listening to the same music in multiple rooms 84
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
3
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

AirPlay function 88
Playing songs from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad 89
Playing iTunes music with this unit 89
Play a song from your iPhone, iPod touch or iPad on multiple
synced devices (AirPlay 2) 90
Spotify Connect function 91
Playing Spotify music with this unit 91
Convenience functions 92
Playing back HEOS Favorites 93
Adding to HEOS Favorites 94
Deleting a HEOS Favorites 94
Adjust the sound output balance of left and right speakers
(Balance) 94
Adjust the subwoofer output (Subwoofer) 95
Adjusting the tone (Tone) 96
Adjusting audio delay (Audio Delay) 97
Displaying your desired video during audio playback (Video
Select) 98
Playing the same music in all zones (All Zone Stereo) 99
Selecting a sound mode 100
Selecting a sound mode 100
Description of sound mode types 101
HDMI Control function 102
Setting procedure 102
Sleep timer function 103
Using the sleep timer 104
Quick select plus function 105
Calling up the settings 106
Changing the settings 107
Panel lock function 109
Disabling all key button operations 109
Disabling all button operations except VOLUME 110
Canceling the Panel lock function 110
Remote lock function 111
Disabling the sensor function of the remote control unit 111
Enabling the remote sensor function 111
Web control function 112
Controlling the unit from a web control 112
Playback in ZONE2 (Another room) 114
Connecting ZONE2 115
Playback the source in ZONE2 116
Adjusting the Volume in ZONE2 120
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
4
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

Settings
Menu map 121
Menu operations 126
Audio 127
Restorer 127
Volume 128
Video 129
HDMI Setup 129
HDMI Upscaler 133
On-Screen Display 134
Screensaver 135
4K/8K Signal Format 135
HDCP Setup 137
Inputs 138
Input Assign 138
Source Rename 141
Hide Sources 141
Source Level 141
Speakers 142
Speaker Layout 142
Distances 143
Levels 144
Advanced 144
Network 145
Information 145
Connection 145
Wi-Fi Setup 146
Settings 147
Network Control 149
Friendly Name 149
Diagnostics 150
AirPlay 151
Spotify Connect 151
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 152
HEOS 153
You have not signed in 153
You have already signed in 153
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
5
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

General 154
Language 154
Owner's Manual 154
ECO 154
Bluetooth Transmitter 158
ZONE2 Setup 159
Zone Rename 160
Quick Select 160
Front Display 161
Firmware 161
Information 163
Usage Data 166
Save & Load 166
Setup Lock 167
Reset 167
Operating CD player with the remote control unit 168
Limiting the operating zone with the remote control 169
Tips
Tips 171
Troubleshooting 172
Power does not turn on / Power is turned off 173
Operations cannot be performed through the remote control unit 174
Display on this unit shows nothing 174
No sound comes out 175
Desired sound does not come out 176
Sound is interrupted or noise occurs 178
No video is shown on the TV 179
The menu screen is not displayed on the TV 180
The color of the menu screen and operations content displayed
on the television is different from normal 180
AirPlay cannot be played back 181
USB memory devices cannot be played back 182
Bluetooth cannot be played back 183
The Internet radio cannot be played back 185
Music files on PC or NAS cannot be played back 186
Various online services cannot be played 187
The HDMI Control function does not work 187
Cannot connect to a wireless LAN network 188
Update error messages 189
Resetting factory settings 190
Resetting network settings 191
Factory Restore 192
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
6
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

Appendix
About HDMI 193
Relationship between video signals and TV output 196
Playing back a USB memory devices 198
Playing back a Bluetooth device 199
Playing back a file saved on a PC or NAS 200
Playing back Internet Radio 201
Personal memory plus function 201
Last function memory 201
Explanation of terms 202
Trademark information 206
Specifications 208
Audio section 208
Tuner section 209
Wireless LAN section 209
Bluetooth section 210
General 211
Index 213
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
7
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

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.
Notes on radioSafety InstructionsQuick Start Guide
AM loop antennaFM indoor antenna
Power cord
Remote control unit
(RC-1259)
Warranty
(for North America
model only)
2× R03/AAA batteries
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
8
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

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
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
9
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

Features
High quality sound
0High-power amplifier (120 Watts x 2-channels)
The power amplifier circuit is made with a power transformer and power
supply capacitors designed for stereo receivers and uses a discrete
part structure, achieving powerful, high-quality sound reproduction.
0Double-differential D/A converter circuit
A double-differential circuit is used to reduce noise, achieving clearer
audio playback.
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.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
10
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

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.
0HDMI connections enable connection to various digital AV
devices (6 inputs, 1 output)
61
OutIn
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.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
11
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

0The device is equipped with a AirPlay® function in addition to
network functions such as Internet radio etc. (v p. 88)
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.
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. 57)
You can enjoy music simply by connecting wirelessly with your
smartphone, tablet, PC, etc.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
12
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

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.
0Multi-Room audio (v p. 99)
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 BGM 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.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
13
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

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.
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.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
14
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

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.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
15
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

Part names and functions
Front panel
oQ0 i
uQ1 Q2
Q
7
Q
6
Q
3
Q
4
Q
5
trqw e y
For details, see the next page.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
16
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

y
oi
u
trqw e
Q0
APower operation button (X)
Used to turn the power of the MAIN ZONE (room where this unit is
located) on/off (standby). (v p. 51)
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. 130)
0When “HDMI Control” is set to “On” (v p. 131)
0When “Network Control” is set to “Always On” (v p. 149)
CSOURCE SELECT knob
This selects the input source. (v p. 51)
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. 52)
GZONE2 ON/OFF button
This turns the power of ZONE2 (another room) on/off. (v p. 116)
HZONE2 SOURCE button
This selects the input source for ZONE2. (v p. 116)
ITuner preset channel buttons
(TUNER PRESET CH +, –)
These select preset broadcast stations. (v p. 69)
JSpeaker switching button (SPEAKERS)
This selects the speaker for audio output.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
17
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

Q2
Q1
Q
7
Q
6
Q
3
Q
4
Q
5
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. 105)
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.
NBass control knob (BASS)
This setting adjusts the volume level for the bass.
OTreble control knob (TREBLE)
This setting adjusts the volume level for the treble.
PBalance knob (BALANCE)
This adjusts the balance of the volume output from the left and right
speakers.
QUSB port (T)
This is used to connect USB storages (such as USB memory devices).
(v p. 43)
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
18
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

Display
rtewq
yui
AInput mode indicators
These light according to the audio input mode settings of each input
source. (v p. 140)
BTuner 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.
CSleep timer indicator
This lights when the sleep mode is selected. (v p. 103)
DVolume indicator
EMUTE indicator
This blinks while the sound is muted. (v p. 52)
FInformation display
The input source name, sound mode, setting values and other
information are displayed here.
GInput signal indicators
The respective indicator will light corresponding to the input signal.
(v p. 140)
HZONE2 indicator
This lights up when ZONE2 (another room) power is turned on.
(v p. 116)
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
19
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index

Rear panel
Q
0
Q
2
Q
1
q oewwrtyu i q
For details, see the next page.
Contents Connections Playback Settings Tips Appendix
20
Front panel Display Rear panel Remote Index