DENON AVR-1906 AV receiver Operating Instructions

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-1906

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MODE D’EMPLOI

FRANCAIS ENGLISH

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO

NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)

1. PRODUCT

This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this product may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this product must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

2. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS PRODUCT

This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modification not expressly approved by DENON may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product.

3. NOTE

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product

OFF and ON, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.

Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2.

Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3.

Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4.

Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5.

Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.

Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.

6.

Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7.

Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8.

Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9.

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.

This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

FIGURE A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

AS PER NATIONAL

ELECTRICAL CODE

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

GROUND

CLAMP

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA

LEAD IN

WIRE

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,

ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure A.

16. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

17. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock.

Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

20. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

21. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water, d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation, e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.

22. Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part.

Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23. Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

25. Heat – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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Getting Started

Thank you for choosing the DENON AVR-1906 A/V Surround Receiver. This remarkable component has been engineered to provide superb surround sound listening with home theater sources, such as DVD, as well as providing outstanding high fidelity reproduction of your favorite music sources.

As this product is provided we recommend with an immense array of features, before you begin hookup and operation that you review the contents of this manual before proceeding.

Contents

Getting Started

Accessories ··············································································2

Before using·············································································2

Cautions on installation ·························································2

Cautions on handling······························································2

Preparing the remote control unit ········································2

Inserting the batteries ····························································3

Operating range of the remote control unit ························3

Part names and functions

Front panel··············································································3

Remote control unit································································4

Easy Setup and Operation

Easy setup flow ·······································································4

Speaker system layout ···························································5

Speaker connections ··························································5, 6

Connecting a DVD player and monitor TV···························7

Auto Setup

Connecting a microphone ······················································8

Turning on the power ·····························································8

Starting Auto Setup ································································9

About error messages ··························································10

Check of the measurement results································10, 11

Playing a DVD with surround sound ··································11

Connecting Other Sources

Cable indications···································································11

The video conversion function ············································12

On-screen display signals ····················································12

Connecting a TV/DBS tuner ················································13

Connecting a video camera or video game························13

Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals··········13

Connecting a CD player························································13

Connecting a VCR ·································································14

Connecting a tape deck························································14

Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder·························14

Connecting the antenna terminals······································15

Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals ·····························16

ZONE2 out connections ·······················································16

ZONE2 speaker out connections··········································16

Connecting the pre-out terminals ·······································17

Connecting the power supply cord·····································17

Basic Operation

Playback

Playing the input source ·······················································18

Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals ··········18

Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING) ·······················18

Listening over headphones ··················································19

Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image (VIDEO SELECT) ···········································19

Selecting the front speakers ················································19

Checking the currently playing program source···················19

Input mode ·····································································19, 20

Surround

Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs)

2-channel playback modes ···················································21

Dolby Pro Logic II x (Pro Logic II ) mode ·························21, 22

DTS NEO:6 mode ·································································22

Dolby Digital mode and DTS surround ···························23, 24

Night mode···········································································24

Adjusting the audio delay ·····················································25

DENON original surround modes

Surround modes and their features······································26

DSP surround simulation ······················································27

Tone control setting

• Adjusting the sound quality ·············································28

• Tone defeat mode ···························································28

Channel Level ·······································································28

Listening to the radio

Auto preset memory ····························································29

Auto tuning ···········································································29

Manual tuning·······································································30

Preset stations······································································30

Checking the preset stations················································30

Recalling preset stations ······················································30

Getting Started

Advanced Operation

Remote control unit

Operating DENON audio components ·································31

Preset memory·····································································32

Operating a component stored in the preset memory·······························································32~34

Punch through ······································································34

Multi zone music entertainment system ·····················35, 36

Outputting a program source to amplifier, etc., in a different room (ZONE2 mode)·······································37

Remote control unit operations during multi-source playback ···························································37

Other functions

Playing one source while recording another

(REC OUT mode) ··································································38

Last function memory ··························································38

Initialization of the microprocessor·······································38

Advanced Setup – Part 1

Navigating through the System Setup Menu····················39

On-screen display and front display ···································39

Input Setup

Setting the Digital In Assign. ················································40

Setting the Ext In SW Level ·················································40

Setting the Input Function Level ··········································40

Setting the Function Rename···············································41

Setting the Video Input Mode ··············································42

Setting the Auto Tuner Preset ··············································42

Advanced Playback

Setting the Audio Delay························································43

Setting the Auto Surround Mode ·········································43

Option Setup

Setting the Muting Level······················································44

Setting the On-Screen Display ·············································44

Setting the Power Amp Assign. ···········································44

Setting the Setup Lock·························································45


Speaker Setup

Setting the Speaker Config. ···········································45, 46

Setting the Delay Time ·························································46

Setting the Channel Level ··············································46, 47

Setting the Crossover Frequency·········································47

Setting the SW Mode Setup ················································48

System setup items and default values ·······················49, 50

Troubleshooting ····································································51

Additional information···················································52~57

Specifications ········································································58

List of preset codes ····································End of this manual

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Accessories

Check that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit: q

Operating instructions ............................1

w

Warranty .................................................1

e

Service station list ..................................1

r

Remote control unit (RC-978) .................1

r t y t

R6P/AA batteries ....................................2

y

AM loop antenna ....................................1

u

FM indoor antenna .................................1

i

Omnidirectional microphone...................1

u i

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Cautions on installation

Noise or disturbance of the picture may be generated if this unit or any other electronic equipment using microprocessors is used near a tuner or TV.

If this happens, take the following steps:

• Install this unit as far away as possible from the tuner or TV.

• Run the antenna wires from the tuner or

TV away from this unit’s power supply cord and input/output connection cables.

• Noise or disturbance tends to occur particularly when using indoor antennas or

300

Ω

/ohm feeder wires. We recommend using outdoor antennas and 75

Ω

/ohm coaxial cables.

Note

Wall

Note:

For heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined space such as a bookcase or similar enclosure.

Before using

Pay attention to the following before using this unit:

• Store these instructions in a safe place.

After reading, store this instructions along with the warranty card in a safe place.

• Moving the unit

To prevent short-circuits or damaged wires in the connection cables, always unplug the power supply cord and disconnect the connection cables between all other audio components when moving the unit.

• Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the actual unit for explanation purposes.

• V. AUX terminals

The AVR-1906’s front panel is equipped with

V. AUX terminals. Remove the cap covering the terminals when you want to use them.

• Before turning the power switch on

Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are not problems with the connection cables. Always set the power switch to the standby position before connecting and disconnecting connection cables.

Cautions on handling

• Switching the input source when input terminals are not connected.

A clicking noise may be produced if the input source is switched when nothing is connected to the input terminals. If this happens, either turn down the MASTER VOLUME control knob or connect components to the input terminals.

• Muting of PRE OUT terminals, PHONES jack and SPEAKER terminals.

The PRE OUT terminals, PHONES jack and SPEAKER terminals include a muting circuit. Because of this, the output signals are greatly attenuated for several seconds after the power switch is turned on or the input source, surround mode or any other set-up is changed. If the volume is turned up during this time, the output will be very high after the muting circuit stops functioning.

Always wait until the muting circuit turns off before adjusting the volume.

• Whenever the power switch is in the STANDBY state, the unit is still connected to AC line voltage.

Please be sure to turn off the power switch or unplug the cord when you leave home for, say, a vacation.

Preparing the remote control unit

The included remote control unit (RC-978) can be used to operate not only the AVR-1906 but other remote control compatible DENON components as well. In addition, the memory contains control signals for other remote control units, so it can be used to operate non-DENON remote control compatible products.

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Inserting the batteries

q Remove the remote control unit’s rear cover.

w Set two R6P/AA batteries in the battery compartment in the indicated direction.

e Put the rear cover back on.

Notes on batteries:

• Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate even when the remote control unit is operated nearby the unit. (The included batteries are only for verifying operation.)

• When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction, following the “<” and

“>” marks in the battery compartment.

• To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:

• Do not use a new battery together with an old one.

• Do not use two different types of batteries.

• Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of batteries in flames.

• If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside of the battery compartment and insert new batteries.

• When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready and insert them as quickly as possible.

Getting Started

Part names and functions

Front panel

For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).

#5 #4 #3 #2 #1 #0 @9 @8

@7

@6 @5 @4 @3

@2 @0

@1 !9

Operating range of the remote control unit

• Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor on the main unit as shown in the diagram.

• The remote control unit can be used from a straight distance of approximately 23 feet from the main unit, but this distance will be shorter if there are obstacles in the way or if the remote control unit is not pointed directly at the remote sensor.

• The remote control unit can be operated at a horizontal angle of up to 30 degrees with respect to the remote sensor.

Approx. 23 feet

30°

30°

NOTE:

• It may be difficult to operate the remote control unit if the remote sensor is exposed to direct sunlight or strong artificial light.

• Do not press buttons on the main unit and remote control unit simultaneously. Doing so may result in malfunction.

• Neon signs or other devices emitting pulsetype noise nearby may result in malfunction, so keep the set as far away from such devices as possible.

q w e t u o !1

r y i !0

q

Power ON/STANDBY switch ················(8) w

Power indicator······································(8) e

Power switch ···································(8, 38) r

Headphones jack (PHONES) ···············(19) t

ANALOG button···································(20) y

SPEAKER A/B buttons ··················(19, 38) u

ZONE2 button ······································(37) i

Preset station select buttons ·······(29, 30) o

STANDARD/NIGHT button ···········(21~24)

!0

5CH/7CH STEREO button ···················(26)

!1

DIRECT/STEREO button······················(21)

!2

V. AUX INPUT terminals ·····················(13)

!3

SETUP MIC jack ·····································(8)

!4

SURROUND MODE button ·················(18)

!5

SURROUND PARAMETER

button ···················································(21)

!6

SELECT knob····························(18, 21, 28)

!7

TONE DEFEAT button··························(28)

!8

TONE CONTROL button ······················(28)

!2

!3

!4

!5

!6 !7

!8

!9

MASTER VOLUME control knob ········(18)

@0

TUNING • (up)/ª (down) buttons ·····(29)

@1

STATUS button ······························(19, 24)

@2

DIMMER button ···································(19)

@3

VIDEO SELECT button·························(19)

@4

OUTPUT indicator··························(23, 37)

@5

Master volume indicator ·····················(18)

@6

Display

@7

INPUT mode indicator ·························(20)

@8

SIGNAL indicator ·································(20)

@9

BAND button ········································(29)

#0

EXT. IN button······································(18)

#1

Remote control sensor ··························(3)

#2

INPUT MODE button ···························(19)

#3

ZONE2/REC SELECT button ·········(37, 38)

#4

FUNCTION knob ····························(18, 37)

#5

MAIN button·········································(18)

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For details on the functions of these parts, refer to the pages given in parentheses ( ).

Indicator ···············(32, 34)

Remote control signal

transmitter···················(3)

Power buttons

································(8, 32)

ZONE2 buttons····(34, 37)

MAIN buttons

································(4, 34)

SURROUND buttons

······························(18, 27)

Input source selector

buttons·················(18, 32)

Tuner system/System

buttons·················(29, 33)


• This section contains the basic steps necessary to configure the AVR-1906 according to your listening room environment and the source equipment and loudspeakers you are using.

• For optimum performance, we recommend using the Auto Setup function.

• If you wish, you can set the various settings manually without using Auto Setup (

47).

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Easy setup flow

Placing the speakers.

Connecting the speakers.

Auto setup flow

Connecting a microphone.

Measurement of the speakers in the listening position.

1) Speaker Configuration

2) Delay Time

3) Channel Level

Check of the measurement result.

Store the measurement result in the memory.

Mode selector switches

································(8, 31)

Connecting a monitor and a DVD player.

System buttons

······························(31~33)

Master volume control

buttons·················(18, 37)

SYSTEM SETUP/SETUP

button·····················(9, 32)

MUTING button

····································(18)

Starting the Auto

Setup.

Cursor buttons

································(9, 21)

SURROUND

PARAMETER/System

button···················(21, 32)

ON SCREEN/DISPLAY

button ············(19, 24, 32) CH SELECT/ENTER button ················· (9, 22, 28)

TEST TONE button

····································(47) SURROUND BACK/

RETURN button···(23, 32)

VIDEO SELECT button

····································(19) SPEAKER button

································(8, 19)

Input mode selector

buttons·················(18, 19) DIMMER button

····································(19)

MEMO

• The Dolby Surround Pro Logic II (x) Cinema or Music mode can be chosen directly by pressing the

CINEMA or MUSIC button on the remote control unit during playback in the Dolby Surround Pro

Logic II (x) mode.

• The DTS NEO:6 Cinema or Music mode can be chosen directly by pressing the CINEMA or MUSIC button on the remote control unit during playback in the DTS NEO:6 mode.

• The main zone output can be turned on and off with the MAIN button.

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Playing a DVD with surround sound.

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Speaker system layout

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Basic system layout

The following is an example of the basic layout for a system consisting of eight speaker systems and a television monitor:

Subwoofer Center speaker system

Front speaker systems

Set these at the sides of the TV or screen with their front surfaces as flush with the front of the screen as possible.

Surround back speaker systems

Surround speaker systems


Speaker connections

• Connect the speaker terminals with the speakers making sure that like polarities are matched (< with <, > with >). Mismatching of polarities will result in weak central sound, unclear orientation of the various instruments, and the stereo image being impaired.

• When making connections, take care that none of the individual conductors of the speaker cable come in contact with adjacent terminals, with other speaker cable conductors, or with the rear panel.

NOTE:

NEVER touch the speaker terminals when the power is on. Doing so could result in electric shocks.

Connecting the speaker cables

1. Loosen by turning counterclockwise.

2. Insert the cable.

3. Tighten by turning clockwise.

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Speaker impedance

• When speaker systems A and B are used separately, speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16

Ω

/ohms can be connected for use as front speakers.

• Be careful when using two pairs of front speakers (A + B) at the same time, since speakers with an impedance of 12 to 16

Ω

/ohms in this case must be used.

• Speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16

Ω

/ohms can be connected for use as center and surround and surround back speakers.

• The protector circuit may be activated if the unit is operated for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the specified impedance are connected.

Note on speaker impedance

The protector circuit may be activated if the unit is operated for long periods of time at high volumes when speakers with an impedance lower than the specified impedance (for example speakers with an impedance of less than 4

Ω

/ohms) are connected. If the protector circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off. Turn off the unit’s power, wait for the unit to cool down, improve the ventilation around the unit, then turn the power back on.

Connecting banana plugs

Banana plug

Turn clockwise to tighten, then insert the banana plug.

Protector circuit

This unit is equipped with a high-speed protection circuit. The purpose of this circuit is to protect the speakers under circumstances such as when the output of the power amplifier is inadvertently short-circuited and a large current flows, when the temperature surrounding the unit becomes unusually high, or when the unit is used at high output over a long period which results in an extreme temperature rise.

When the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is cut off and the power supply indicator flashes. Should this occur, please follow these steps: be sure to switch off the power of this unit, check whether there are any faults with the wiring of the speaker cables or input cables, and wait for the unit to cool down if it is very hot.

Improve the ventilation condition around the unit and switch the power back on.

If the protection circuit is activated again even though there are no problems with the wiring or the ventilation around the unit, switch off the power and contact a DENON service center.

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Connections

When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.

Center speaker

Subwoofer


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Bi-Amp connections

Certain loudspeakers are equipped with two sets of input terminals, for bi-amplification. The AVR-

1906 Power Amp Assign. mode allows you to power bi-amp-capable speakers with two amplifier channels ( page 44). Be sure to consult the owner’s manual of your bi-amp-capable speakers for further information before proceeding.

AVR-1906

> <

Connection terminal for a subwoofer with built-in amplifier.

IN

>

(L)

< >

(R)

<

SPEAKER SPEAKER

<

(L)

> >

(R)

< <

(L)

> >

(R)

<

>

(L)

< >

(R)

<

Front speaker systems (B)

Front speaker systems (A)

Precautions when connecting speakers:

If a speaker is placed near a TV or video monitor, the colors on the screen may be disturbed by the speaker’s magnetism. If this should happen, move the speaker away to a position where it does not cause this effect.

NOTE:

Surround back speaker systems

• When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel.

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NOTE:

• When making Bi-Amp connections, be sure to remove the short-circuiting bar included with the speaker.

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Connecting a DVD player and monitor TV

• To connect the video output from the DVD player to the AVR-1906, you only need to choose one connection type. Component video connection offers the best quality (and is required for progressive DVD playback), followed by S-Video, while composite video offers the lowest picture quality of the three connection types. For more information about the video up conversion function ( page 12).

• To connect the digital audio output from the DVD player, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to use the coaxial connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 40).

• Connect a non-DVD video disc player (such as a laser disc, VCD/SVCD, or future high definition disc player) to the DVD/VDP terminals in the same way.


• For best picture quality (especially with progressive DVD and other high definition sources), choose the component video connection to your monitor TV. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided if your TV does not have component video inputs.

H

G

F

Monitor TV

COMPONENT VIDEO IN

Y

P B

P R

S VIDEO

IN

VIDEO

IN

H

DVD player

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Y

P

B

P

R

G

F

D

A

L

R

S VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

OPTICAL

OUT

L

AUDIO OUT

L

R R

Audio signal flow is shown with white arrows; video signal flow is shown with gray arrows.

NOTE:

• The component video input and/or output terminals may be labeled differently on some TVs, monitors or video components (Y, P

B

, P

R

; Y, C

B

, C

R

; Y, B-Y, R-Y). Check the owner’s manuals for the other components for further information.

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POWER SPEAKER A

ON/STANDBY SETUP MIC

MODE 1

SETUP

ON/SOURCE

ENTER

CURSOR

SPEAKER

Auto Setup

The Auto Setup function of this unit performs an analysis of the speaker system to permit an appropriate automatic setting.

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Measurement and setting details

q: This sets the speaker connection, polarity, and bass reproduction ability.

w: This sets the delay time from each speaker corresponding to the listening position.

e: This sets the volume that is output from each speaker.

Connecting a microphone

1

Connect the microphone for Auto Setup to the

SETUP MIC

jack on the front panel of the unit.

4 Press the ON/STANDBY switch on the main unit or ON/SOURCE button on the remote control unit.

• Turn on the power.

5 Press the SPEAKER A button to turn the speakers on.

6 Set the MODE 1 switch to “AUDIO” (only when operating with the remote control unit).

For accurate measurements

• Keep quiet during the auto setup procedure. It is recommended that you turn off the power of any air-conditioner, projector or other equipment that may produce noise.

• Do not stand between the microphone and speakers while

Auto Setup is performed.

• Do not place any obstacles between the microphone and speakers. Also, be sure to point the speakers towards the listening position.

NOTE:

• A loud test tone is output during the measurement. Please consider this should you be planning night time measurements, and consider not allowing small children into the listening room at this time.

2

Place the microphone for Auto Setup at the actual listening position which will be at the same height as your ears.

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Turning on the power

1 Turn on your subwoofer.

2 Turn on your monitor (TV).

3 Press the POWER switch.

¢ ON:

The power turns on and the indicator lights.

Set the POWER switch to this position to turn the power on and off from the included remote control unit.

£ OFF:

The power turns off and the indicator is off.

In this position, the power cannot be turned on and off from the remote control unit.

Place the microphone on a tripod or level surface.

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Starting Auto Setup

1 Press the SETUP button.

• The “System Setup” menu appears.

2 Press the CURSOR D

or

H

button to select “Auto

Setup”, then press the

ENTER

button.

• The “Auto Setup” screen appears.

3 Press the

“Power Amp Assign”, then press the or

“Bi-Amp”.

CURSOR D or

H button to select

G button to select “S. Back”, “ZONE2” or


4 Press the CURSOR D

• Start the measurements.

D or


“Start”, then press the

F button.

• Measurement is cancelled if the MASTER VOLUME control knob is operated while the Auto Setup is performed.

• If the output volume and crossover frequency of your subwoofer speaker can be changed, then set the volume to halfway and the crossover filter to maximum or switch off the low-pass filter.

Measurement of each channel is performed as follows:

FL

1

FR C

2

SW SL

3

SR SBL SBR

1: Only the front speakers (A) are measured, front speakers

(B) are not available. Even if the front speakers (B) are set, the setting automatically switches to the front speakers (A) once measurements are completed.

2: The subwoofer speaker is measured twice.

3: When “ZONE2” and “Bi-Amp” are selected, these are not displayed.

After each channel is measured, “Calculating” appears.

The display switches to the Auto Setup check screen automatically.

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About automatic retry

To confirm the results of the measurements, remeasurement is automatically performed.

Remeasurement is performed up to 2 times. During this time,

“Retry1” or “Retry2” is displayed on the screen.

NOTE:

• When measurements have been made using the measurement microphone, speakers with built-in filters, such as a subwoofer, might be set to a value that differs from the physical distance because of the internal electrical delay.

When “S. Back” is selected, the test tone during Auto

Setup will be output from the surround back speaker.

When “ZONE2” is selected, change the setting to

“ZONE2”. The test tone during Auto Setup is set so that it will not be output to ZONE2 (Another room).

When “Bi-Amp” is selected, change the setting to “Bi-

Amp”. The test tone during Auto Setup is set so that it will be output from the Bi-Amp speaker.

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About error messages

• These error screens may be displayed when performing Auto Setup measurement and the automatic measurements can not be completed because of the speaker arrangement, measurement environment, or other factors. Please check the following matters, reset the pertinent items, and measure again.

• When there is too much noise in the room, the speakers may not be detected properly. Should this happen, perform the measurements when the noise level is low, or switch off the power of the equipment that is producing the noise for the duration of the measurements.

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Check of the measurement results

1 Press the CURSOR D or

H button to select an item, then press the ENTER button.

Screen example Cause q This screen will be displayed when the speakers required for producing suitable reproduction have not been detected.

• The front L or front R speaker was not properly detected.

• Only one channel of the surround speakers was detected.

• Sound was output from the R channel when only one surround back speaker was connected.

• The surround back speaker was detected, but the surround speaker was not detected.

Measures

• Check that the pertinent speakers are properly connected.

w This screen will be displayed when the speaker polarity is connected in reverse.

• Check the polarity of the pertinent speakers. For some speakers, this screen may be displayed even though the speakers are properly connected. If so, select “Skip

0

”.

The measurement results of each item can be checked here.

2 Press the ENTER button.

• The verification screen appears.

Example: Speaker Config. Check e This screen will be displayed when accurate measurements cannot be made due to the input level of the microphone being too high.

• Set up the speakers so that their position is farther away from the listening position.

• Lower the volume of the subwoofer speaker.

3 Press the ENTER button again once you have checked the results.

r This screen will be displayed when the measurement microphone is not connected.

• Connect the measurement microphone to the microphone connector.

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4 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select from the following three items based on the measurement results, then press the F button.

Store:

Store the checked measurement values.

All parameters are stored.

Retry:

Perform the measurement again.

Measurement is repeated.

Cancel:

Cancel the checked measurement values.


Cable indications

The hookup diagrams on the subsequent pages assume the use of the following optional connection cables (not supplied).

L

R

Audio cable

A

Analog terminal (Stereo)

(White)

(Red)

Pin-plug cable

B Analog terminal (Monaural, for subwoofer)

L

R

Video cable

F

Video terminal

(Yellow)

Video cable (75

Ω

/ohm video pin-plug cable)

G S-Video terminal

Playing a DVD with surround sound

1 Disconnect the microphone from the unit.

2 Select the input source to be played.

3 Select the play (surround) mode.

4 Start DVD playback.

5 Adjust the volume.

Pin-plug cable

C Digital terminal (Coaxial)

(Orange)

Coaxial cable (75

Ω

/ohm pin-plug cable)

D Digital terminal (Optical)

S-Video cable

H Component video terminal

(Green)

(Blue)

(Red)

Component video cable

Signal direction

(Y)

(P

B

/C

B

)

(P

R

/C

R

)

Optical cable (Optical fiber cable)

E Speaker terminal

Audio signal

Video signal

IN

IN

OUT

OUT

OUT

OUT

IN

IN

Speaker cable

NOTE:

• Do not plug in the power supply cord until all connections have been completed.

• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the other components.

• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left, right with right).

• Note that binding pin-plug cables together with power supply cords or placing them near a power transformer will result in hum or other noise.

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The video conversion function

With the AVR-1906, the Video signal and the S-Video signal which were inputted are mutually converted. And also the Video signal and the S-Video signal which were inputted are converted into a higher quality.

The flow of the video signals.

(Component video terminals)

(Component video terminals)

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On-screen display signals

1

2

3

4

Signals input to the AVR-1906

VIDEO signal input terminal

(yellow)

S-Video signal input terminal

E

C

E

C

( C: Signal

E

E

C

C

E: No signal)

On-screen display signal output

Video signal output to

VIDEO MONITOR OUT terminal (yellow)

C

C

Video signal output to

S-Video MONITOR OUT terminal

C

C

C C

E

( C: On-screen signals output

C

Video signal output to Color

Difference (Component) Video

MONITOR OUT terminal

C

C

C

C

E: On-screen signals not output)

(S-Video terminal) (S-Video terminal)

(Video terminal)

This unit’s input terminals

(Video terminal)

This unit’s output terminals

Cautions on the video conversion function:

When the component video terminals are used to connect the

AVR-1906 with a TV (or monitor, projector, etc.) and the video

(yellow) or S-Video terminals are used to connect the AVR-

1906 with a VTR, depending on the combination of the TV and

VTR the picture may flicker in the horizontal direction, be distorted, be out of sync not display at all when playing video tapes.

If this happens, connect a commercially available video stabilizer, etc., with a TBC (time base corrector) function between the AVR-1906 and the VTR, or if your VTR has a TBC function, turn it on.

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Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your TV or DBS tuner. S-Video and composite video inputs are also provided if your TV or DBS tuner does not have component video outputs.

• To connect the digital audio output from the TV or DBS tuner, you can choose from either the coaxial or optical connections. If you choose to use the coaxial connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 40).


Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals

• These terminals are for inputting multi-channel audio signals from an external decoder, or a component with a different type of multi-channel decoder, such as a DVD Audio player, a multichannel Super Audio CD player, or another future multi-channel sound format decoder.

• The video signal connection is the same as that for a DVD player.

• For instructions on playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals ( page 18).

H

G

F

D

A

L

R

TV

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Y

P B

P

R

S VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

OPTICAL

OUT

L

AUDIO OUT

L

R R

A

L

R

B

A

L

R

B

DVD Audio-Video /

Super Audio CD player /

External decoder

5.1ch AUDIO OUT

L

FRONT

L

R R

L

R

CENTER

SURROUND

L

R

SUB-

WOOFER

Connecting a video camera or video game

• With discs on which special copyright protection measures have been taken, the digital signals may not be output from the DVD player. In this case, connect the DVD player’s analog multichannel output to the AVR-1906’s EXT. IN terminals for playback. Also refer to your DVD player’s operating instructions.

A

L

R

D

F

Video camera /

Video game

L

AUDIO OUT

L

R R

OPTICAL

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

Connecting a CD player

To connect the digital audio output from the CD player, you can choose either coaxial or optical connection. If you choose to use the optical connection, it needs to be assigned. For more information about Digital Input Assignment ( page 40).

A

L

R

C

CD player

L

R

AUDIO OUT

L

R

COAXIAL

OUT

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Connecting Other Sources Connecting Other Sources

Connecting a VCR

• For best picture quality choose the component video connection to your VCR. S-Video and composite video outputs are also provided.

• If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital source, such as a DVD recorder to an analog recorder such as a cassette deck, you will need to connect the analog inputs and outputs as shown below, in addition to the digital audio connections.

• The digital inputs and outputs connection is the same as that for a CD (MD) recorder.

G

F

H

F

G

D

D

A

L

R

A

L

R

Video deck

S VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT

Y

P

B

P R

VIDEO

IN

S VIDEO

IN

OPTICAL

IN

L

R

AUDIO IN

L

R

OPTICAL

OUT

L

AUDIO OUT

L

R R

NOTE:

• When recording to a VCR, it is necessary that the type of cable used with the playback source equipment be the same type that is connected to the AVR-1906 VCR OUTPUT terminal.

Example: VCR IN

→

S-Video cable : VCR OUT

→

S-Video cable

VCR IN

→

Video cable : VCR OUT

→

Video cable

Connecting a tape deck

A

L

R

A

L

R

Tape deck

L

R

AUDIO OUT

L

R

L

R

AUDIO IN

L

R

• If humming noise is generated, move the tape deck further away from the source of such noise.

Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder

If you wish to perform analog dubbing from a digital source, such as a CD or MD recorder to an analog recorder such as a tape deck, you will need to connect the analog inputs and outputs as shown below, in addition to the digital audio connections.

A

L

R

D

D

A

L

R

CD recorder /

MD recorder

L

R

AUDIO OUT

L

R

OPTICAL

OUT

L

R

AUDIO IN

L

R

OPTICAL

IN

NOTE:

• Do not connect the output of the component connected to the OPTICAL 2 OUT terminal on the AVR-1906’s rear panel to any terminal other than the OPTICAL 2 IN terminal ( page 40).

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Connecting the antenna terminals

An F-type FM antenna cable plug can be connected directly to the unit.

Direction of broadcasting station

FM antenna

AM loop antenna

(Supplied)

75

Ω

/ohm

COAXIAL cable

FM indoor antenna

(Supplied)

AM outdoor antenna Ground


2

AM loop antenna assembly

1 2

Connect to the AM antenna terminals.

3

Remove the vinyl tie and take out the connection line.

4 a. Antenna placed on a stable surface.

Mount

Bend in the reverse direction.

b. Hanging the antenna on a wall.

Use the installation hole to secure the antenna to a wall, etc.

Connection of AM antennas

1. Push the lever.

2. Insert the conductor.

3. Return the lever.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

NOTE:

• Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.

• Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not disconnect the AM loop antenna.

• Make sure the AM loop antenna lead terminals do not touch metal parts of the panel.

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Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals

For instructions on operations using the MULTI ZONE functions ( page 35~37).

ZONE2 out connections

• If another power amplifier or pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 out

(variable/fixed level) terminals can be used to play a different program source in ZONE2 the same time ( page 35, 36).

• When a sold separately room-to-room remote control unit (DENON RC-616, 617 or 618) is wired and connected between the MAIN ZONE and ZONE2, the remote-controllable devices in the

MAIN ZONE can be controlled from ZONE2 using the remote control unit.

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ZONE2 speaker out connections

• When the power amplifier is assigned to the ZONE2 output channel at “Power Amp Assign.” in the “System Setup” menu, the surround back speaker terminals can be used as the ZONE2 speaker out terminals ( page 36).

• The connections diagram below is an example for when the surround back speaker is assigned to the ZONE2 stereo 2 channel.

In this case, surround back speaker out can not be used for MAIN ZONE.

Center speaker

Subwoofer


(Variable)

(Fixed)

A

L

R

A

L

R

Power amplifier

(ZONE2)

L

R

L

R

IN

Power amplifier

(ZONE2)

L

R

L

R

IN

> <

Connection terminal for subwoofer with built-in amplifier

(subwoofer), etc.

IN

>

(L)

< >

(R)

<

RC-617 INFRARED SENSOR

+

+

OUTPUT

INPUT

AUX OUT

RC-616 INFRARED

RETRANSMITTER

Extension terminals for future use.

NOTE:

• For instructions on installation and operation of separately sold devices, refer to the devices’ operating instructions.

<

(L)

> >

(R)

<

Front speaker systems (B)

<

(L)

> >

(R)

<

Front speaker systems (A)

>

(L)

< >

(R)

<

ZONE2 speaker systems

NOTE:

• The settings must be

( changed to use this speaker for ZONE2 page 44).

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Connecting the pre-out terminals

• Use these terminals if you wish to connect external power amplifier(s) to increase the power of the front, center, surround and surround back sound channels, or for connection to powered loudspeakers.

• When using only one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel.

B

A

L

R

A

L

R

B

A

L

R

Power amplifier

L

R

L

R

CENTER

SURROUND

L

R

SURROUND

BACK

L

R

L

R

SUB-

WOOFER

FRONT

L

R

Connecting the power supply cord


AC outlets (Wall)

AC 120 V, 60 Hz

AC OUTLETS

• SWITCHED (total capacity – 120 W (1 A.))

The power to these outlets is turned on and off in conjunction with the POWER switch on the main unit, and when the power is switched between on and standby from the remote control unit.

No power is supplied from these outlets when this unit’s power is at standby. Never connect equipment whose total power consumption exceeds 120 W (1 A.).

NOTE:

• Only use the AC OUTLETS for connecting audio equipment. Never use it for hair driers, TVs or other electrical appliances.

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Basic Operation

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Basic Operation

Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals

The signals being input to the external decoder input terminals are played without passing through the surround circuitry.

Press the EXT. IN button to select the external input.

INPUT MODE

FUNCTION ANALOG MASTER VOLUME

SURROUND

MODE

MAIN EXT. IN SURROUND MODE SELECT

Playing the input source

1 Select the input source to be played.

Example: CD

FUNCTION

INPUT MODE

VOLUME

MUTING

EXT. IN

ANALOG

• Canceling the external input mode:

Press the INPUT MODE or ANALOG button to switch to the desired input mode ( page 19, 20).

• The external input mode can be set for any input source. To watch video while listening to sound, select the input source to which the video signal is connected, then set this mode.

• If the subwoofer output level is too high, set the “SW ATT.” surround parameter to “ON”.

NOTE:

• When the input mode is set to the external input (EXT. IN), the play mode (DIRECT, VIRTUAL SURROUND, STEREO,

STANDARD (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND), 5CH/7CH STEREO or DSP SIMULATION) cannot be selected.

• In play modes other than the external input mode, the signals connected to the EXT. IN terminals cannot be reproduced. In addition, signals cannot be output from channels not connected to the input terminals.

(Main unit) (Remote control unit)

To select the input source when ZONE2/REC OUT is selected, press the MAIN button, then operate the input function selector.

2 Select the play (surround) mode.

Example: STEREO

SELECT

3 Start playback on the selected component.

For operating instructions, refer to the component’s manual.

4 Adjust the volume.

Turning the sound off temporarily (MUTING)

Use this to turn off the audio output temporarily.

Press the MUTING button.

• You can adjust the muting level ( page 44).


To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, tone defeat or tone control, press the SURROUND

MODE button and then operate the selector.

(Remote control unit)

The volume level is displayed on the master volume level display.

(Main unit)

The volume can be adjusted within the range of –70 to 0 to

18 dB, in steps of 1 dB. However, when the channel level is set as described ( page 28), if the volume for any channel is set at +1 dB or greater, the volume cannot be adjusted up to 18 dB. (In this case the maximum volume is adjusted to “18 dB — (Maximum value of channel level)”.)

• Canceling the MUTING mode: q Press the MUTING button again.

w Press the VOLUME button on the remote control unit, or adjust the volume up or down via the front panel MASTER

VOLUME knob.

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INPUT MODE ANALOG DIMMER STATUS

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Using the dimmer function

Press the DIMMER button.

The display brightness changes in four steps (bright, medium, dim and off).

ON SCREEN

VIDEO SELECT

INPUT MODE

DIMMER

SPEAKER

ANALOG

PHONES SPEAKER VIDEO SELECT

Listening over headphones

Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack.

• The pre-out output (including the speaker output) is automatically turned off when headphones are connected.

Selecting the front speakers

Press the SPEAKER A or B button to turn the corresponding speaker pair on.

The front speaker A, B setting can be also be changed with the SPEAKER button on the remote control unit.

NOTE:

• To prevent hearing loss, do not raise the volume level excessively when using headphones.

Combining the currently playing sound with the desired image (VIDEO SELECT)

Press the VIDEO SELECT button repeatedly until the desired source appears on the display.

IN=V SOURCE

Use this switch to monitor a video source other than the audio source.

Checking the currently playing program source

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On-screen display

Press the ON SCREEN button.

Each time an operation is performed, a description of that operation appears on the display connected to the unit’s

VIDEO MONITOR OUT terminal. Also, the unit’s operating status can be checked during playback.

Such information as the position of the input selector and the surround parameter settings is output in sequence.

• Canceling simulcast playback: q Select “SOURCE” by pressing the VIDEO SELECT button.

w Switch the program source to the component connected to the video input terminals.

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Front panel display

Press the STATUS button.

Descriptions of the unit’s operations are also displayed on the front panel display. In addition, the display can be switched to check the unit’s operating status while playing a source.

Input mode

The AVR-1906 has an AUTO signal detection mode that automatically identifies the type of incoming audio signals, but is also equipped with a manual mode that can be switched according to the type of input audio signals.

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Selecting the AUTO, PCM and DTS modes

Press the INPUT MODE button.

The mode switches as shown below each time the INPUT

MODE button is pressed:

AUTO PCM DTS

AUTO (auto mode):

In this mode, the types of signals being input to the digital and analog input terminals for the selected input source are detected and the program in the AVR-1906’s surround decoder is selected automatically upon playback. This mode can be selected for all input sources other than TUNER.

The presence or absence of digital signals is detected, the signals input to the digital input terminals are identified and decoding and playback are performed automatically with the

DTS, Dolby Digital or PCM (2 channel stereo) format. If no digital signal is being input, the analog input terminals are selected.

Use this mode to play Dolby Digital signals.

PCM (exclusive PCM signal playback mode):

Decoding and playback are only performed when PCM signals are being input.

Note that noise may be generated when using this mode to play signals other than PCM signals.

DTS (exclusive DTS signal playback mode):

Decoding and playback are only performed when DTS signals are being input.

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Selecting the analog mode

2

Input mode display

• In the AUTO mode

Press the ANALOG button to switch to the analog input.

ANALOG (exclusive analog audio signal playback mode):

The signals input to the analog input terminals are decoded and played.

• In the DIGITAL PCM mode

NOTE:

• Input mode when playing DTS sources:

Noise will be output if DTS-compatible CDs or LDs are played in the “ANALOG” or “PCM” mode.

When playing DTS-compatible sources, be sure to connect the source component to the digital input terminals

(OPTICAL/COAXIAL) and set the input mode to “DTS”.

• In the DIGITAL DTS mode

• In the ANALOG mode

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Depending on the input signal.

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Input signal display

• DOLBY DIGITAL

• DTS

• PCM

The “DIGITAL” indicator lights when digital signals are being input properly. If the “DIGITAL” indicator does not light, check whether the

Digital In Assign. setup ( page

40) and connections are correct and whether the component’s power is turned on.

NOTE:

• The “DIGITAL” indicator will light when playing CD-ROMs containing data other than audio signals, but no sound will be heard.

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STANDARD DIRECT/STEREO

STANDARD

DIRECT

ENTER

STEREO

SURROUND

PARAMETER

CURSOR

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4 Turn the SELECT knob, and press the CURSOR

F or

G button to select the optimum mode for the source.

When the “SB CH OUT” parameter is set to “ON”. (Set “S.

BACK” at system setup to “SMALL” or “LARGE”.)

Display

(Pro Logic II x Cinema mode)

SURROUND PARAMETER SELECT

(Pro Logic II x Music mode)

Surround

Playing audio sources (CDs and DVDs)

2-channel playback modes

• The AVR-1906 is equipped with 2-channel playback modes exclusively for music.

• Select the mode to suit your tastes.

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DIRECT mode

Use this mode to achieve good quality 2-channel sound while watching images. In this mode, the audio signals bypass such circuits as the tone circuit and are transmitted directly, resulting in good quality sound.

Dolby Pro Logic

II

x (Pro Logic

II

) mode

• To play in the PL II x mode, set “S. BackSp” at the “Speaker

Configuration” setting to “1sp” or “2sp”.

• To play in the PL II x mode, set “Surround Back” at the “Power

Amp Assign.” setting.

1 Press the

Pro Logic

STANDARD

II x mode.

button to select the Dolby

• The Dolby Pro Logic II indicator lights.

Lights

Press the DIRECT/STEREO button on the main unit or the DIRECT button on the remote control unit to select the DIRECT mode.

The mode switches as shown below each time the

STANDARD button is pressed.

DOLBY PL II x DTS NEO:6

(Pro Logic II x Game mode)

When the “SB CH OUT” parameter is set to “OFF”. (Set

“S. BACK” at system setup to “NONE”.)

Display

(Pro Logic II Cinema mode)

(Pro Logic II Music mode)

(Pro Logic II Game mode)

(Dolby Pro Logic mode)

5 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button, and press the CURSOR D or H button to select the various parameters.

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STEREO mode

Use this mode to adjust the tone and achieve the desired sound while watching images.

Press the DIRECT/STEREO button on the main unit or the STEREO button on the remote control unit to select the STEREO mode.

2 Play a program source.

For operating instructions, refer to the manuals of the respective components.

3 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to select the surround parameter mode.

　

See “Surround parameters q” for a description of the various parameters.

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F or

G button to set the various surround parameters.

When the surround parameters are set using the buttons on the main unit, stop operating the buttons after completing the settings. The settings are automatically finalized and the normal display reappears after several seconds.

DTS NEO:6 mode

1 Press the STANDARD button to select the DTS

NEO:6 mode.

The mode switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

DOLBY PL II x DTS NEO:6

7 Press the ENTER button to finish the surround parameter mode.

• When making parameter settings, the display will return to the regular condition several seconds after the last button was pressed and the setting will be completed.

2 Play a program source.

3 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to select the surround parameter mode.


F or G button to select the optimum mode for the source.

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Surround parameters q

Pro Logic II x and Pro Logic II Mode:

The Cinema mode is for use with stereo television shows and all programs encoded in Dolby Surround.

The Music mode is recommended for stereo music and surround-encoded stereo music sources.

The Pro Logic mode offers the same robust surround processing as original Pro Logic in case the source content is not of optimum quality.

The Game mode is for playing games. The game mode can only be used with 2-channel audio sources.

Select one of the modes (“Cinema”, “Music”, “Pro Logic” or

“Game”).

• Panorama Control:

This mode extends the front stereo image to include the surround speakers for an exciting “wraparound” effect with side wall imaging.

Select “OFF” or “ON”.

• Dimension Control:

This control gradually adjusts the soundfield either towards the front or towards the rear.

The control can be set in 7 steps from 0 to 6.

• Center Width Control:

This control adjusts the center image so it may be heard only from the center speaker; only from the left/right speakers as a phantom image; or from all three front speakers to varying degrees.

The control can be set in 8 steps from 0 to 7.

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6

7

Press the

Turn the

SURROUND PARAMETER button, and press the CURSOR D or

H button to select the various parameters.

SELECT

F or

G button to set the various surround parameters.

knob, and press the CURSOR

When the surround parameters are set using the buttons on the main unit, stop operating the buttons after completing the settings. The settings are automatically finalized and the normal display reappears after several seconds.

Press the ENTER button to finish the surround parameter mode.


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DTS NEO:6 Mode:

• Cinema:

This mode is optimum for playing movies. Decoding is performed with emphasis on separation performance to achieve the same atmosphere with 2-channel sources as with

6.1-channel sources.

This mode is effective for playing sources recorded in conventional surround formats as well, because the in-phase component is assigned mainly to the center channel (C) and the reversed phase component to the surround (SL, SR and SB channels).

• Music:

This mode is suited mainly for playing music. The front channel

(FL and FR) signals bypass the decoder and are played directly so there is no loss of sound quality, and the effect of the surround signals output from the center (C) and surround (SL,

SR and SB) channels add a natural sense of expansion to the sound field.

CENTER IMAGE (0.0 to 1.0: default 0.3):

The center image parameter for adjusting the expansion of the center channel in the DTS NEO:6 MUSIC mode has been added.

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INPUT MODE

STANDARD/

NIGHT STATUS

SURROUND MODE

FUNCTION SURROUND PARAMETER SELECT

Dolby Digital mode and DTS surround

(only with digital input)

1 Select an input source set to digital (COAXIAL/

OPTICAL) ( page 40).

Example: DVD

5 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button.

• The surround parameter menu is displayed.


2 Press the INPUT MODE button to set the input mode to “AUTO” or “DTS”.

3 Press the STANDARD button to select the

STANDARD (Dolby/DTS Surround) mode.

When performing this operation from the main unit’s panel, press the SURROUND MODE button, then turn the SELECT knob and select Dolby Pro Logic II x or DTS NEO:6.

4 Play a program source with the symbol.

• The Dolby Digital indicator lights when playing Dolby Digital sources.

• The DTS indicator lights when playing DTS sources.

Operate the SURROUND BACK button to switch Surround Back CH ON/OFF.

• The SURROUND BACK indicator lights when the SURROUND BACK button is on.

or

Lights

Lights

Lights

STANDARD

FUNCTION

ENTER

ON SCREEN

INPUT MODE

SURROUND

PARAMETER

CURSOR

SURROUND

BACK

6 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button, and press the CURSOR D or H button to select the various parameters.


F or G button to adjust the parameter settings.



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Surround parameters e

CINEMA EQ. (Cinema Equalizer):

The Cinema EQ function gently decreases the level of the extreme high frequencies, compensating for overly-bright sounding motion picture soundtracks. Select this function if the sound from the front speakers is too bright.

This function only works in the Dolby Pro Logic II x, Dolby

Digital, DTS Surround and DTS NEO:6 modes. (The same contents are set for all operating modes.)

D.COMP. (Dynamic Range Compression):

Motion picture soundtracks have tremendous dynamic range

(the contrast between very soft and very loud sounds). For listening late at night, or whenever the maximum sound level is lower than usual, the Dynamic Range Compression allows you to hear all of the sounds in the soundtrack (but with reduced dynamic range). (This only works when playing program sources recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS). Select one of the four parameters (“OFF”, “LOW”, “MID” (middle) or “HI”

(high)). Set to OFF for normal listening.

LFE (Low Frequency Effect):

This sets the level of the LFE (Low Frequency Effect) sounds included in the source when playing program sources recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS.

If the sound produced from the subwoofer sounds distorted due to the LFE signals when playing Dolby Digital or DTS sources when the peak limiter is turned off with the subwoofer peak limit level setting (system setup menu), adjust the level as necessary.

Program source and adjustment range:

1. Dolby Digital: –10 dB to 0 dB

2. DTS Surround: –10 dB to 0 dB

When DTS encoded movie software is played, it is recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to 0 dB for correct DTS playback.

When DTS encoded music software is played, it is recommended that the LFE LEVEL be set to –10 dB for correct DTS playback.

TONE:

This enables the tone control. This can be set individually for the separate surround modes other than DIRECT mode.

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SB CH OUT (Surround Back):

(1) Multi-channel source

• OFF:

Playback is conducted without using the surround back speaker.

• NON MTRX:

The same signals as those of the surround channels are output from the surround back channels.

• MTRX ON:

The surround back channel is reproduced using digital matrix processing.

• ES MTRX:

When playing DTS signals, the surround back signals undergo digital matrix processing for playback.

• ES DSCRT:

When a signal identifying the source as a discrete 6.1-channel source is included in the DTS signals, the surround back signals included in the source are played.

• PL II x Cinema:

Processing is performed with the Cinema mode of the PL II x decoder and the surround back channel is reproduced.

• PL II x Music:

Processing is performed with the Music mode of the PL II x decoder and the surround back channel is reproduced.

(2) 2ch source

• OFF:

Playback is conducted without using the surround back speaker.

• ON:

Playback is conducted using the surround back speaker.

This operation can be performed directly by pressing the

SURROUND BACK button.

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Checking the input signal

The input signal can be checked by pressing the remote control unit’s ON SCREEN button.

SIGNAL:

Displays the type of signal (DTS, DOLBY DIGITAL, PCM, etc.).

fs:

Displays the input signal’s sampling frequency.

FORMAT:

Displays the input signal’s number of channels.

“Number of front channels/Number of surround channels/ LFE on/off”.

“SURROUND” is displayed for 2-channel signal sources recorded in Dolby Surround.

OFFSET:

Displays the dialog normalization offset value.

FLAG:

Displays the special identification signal recorded in the input signal.

“MATRIX” is displayed when matrix processing is conducted on the surround back channel, “DISCRETE” is displayed when discrete processing is conducted.

Not displayed if an identification signal has not been recorded.

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Dialog normalization

The dialog normalization function is activated automatically when playing Dolby Digital program sources.

Dialog normalization is a basic function of Dolby Digital which automatically normalizes the dialog level (standard level) of the signals which are recorded at different levels for different program sources, such as DVD, DTV and other future formats that will use Dolby Digital.

These contents can be verified with the STATUS or ON SCREEN buttons.

Display

OFFSET - 4dB

The number indicates the normalization level when the currently playing program is normalized to the standard level.

Night mode

When listening at night or at lower volumes, the night mode improves listenability.

Press and hold the STANDARD/NIGHT button for several seconds to enter the night mode.

• In addition, screen information is displayed in the following order when the ON SCREEN button is pressed repeatedly:

OSD-1

OSD-2

Input signal

Input/output

OSD-3 Auto surround mode

OSD-4~10 Tuner preset stations

• Canceling night mode:

Press and hold the STANDARD/NIGHT button again.

• The night mode only works when playing program sources recorded in Dolby Digital or DTS.

NOTE:

• OSD-3:

This is displayed when the auto surround mode is set to

“ON” and the input mode is set to “Auto”.

It is not displayed when the input mode is set to “Analog” or “EXT. IN”.

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FUNCTION INPUT MODE

STANDARD

FUNCTION

ENTER

CURSOR

STANDARD

INPUT MODE

Adjusting the audio delay

• When watching a DVD or other video source, the picture on the monitor may seem delayed with respect to the sound. In this case, adjust the audio delay to delay the sound and synchronize it with the picture.

• The audio delay setting is stored separately for each input source.

• This adjustment can be performed with the system setup

( page 43) or from the remote control unit, as described below.

1 Select the input source.

Example: DVD

4 Play a program source (DVD, etc.).

5 Press the CURSOR D button.

• Switch to the Audio Delay adjustment screen.

6 Press the CURSOR F or delay time (0 ms ~ 200 ms).

G button to set the

With a movie source, for example, adjust so that the movement of the actors’ lips is synchronized with the sound.

7 Press the ENTER button to complete the setting.


2 Press the INPUT MODE button to set the input mode to “AUTO”.

3 Select Dolby/DTS Surround.

• The audio delay setting does not apply when playing in the EXT.

IN mode or in the analog input direct or stereo mode.


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DENON original surround modes

This unit is equipped with a high performance DSP (Digital Signal Processor) which uses digital signal processing to synthetically recreate the sound field. One of 7 preset surround modes can be selected according to the program source and the parameters can be adjusted according to the conditions in the listening room to achieve a more realistic, powerful sound.

Surround modes and their features

1 5CH/7CH STEREO

The front left channel signals are output to the surround and surround back left channels, the front right channel signals are output to the surround and surround back right channels, and the in-phase component of the left and right channels is output to the center channel. Use this mode to enjoy stereo sound.

2

MONO MOVIE

(NOTE)

Select this when watching monaural movies for a greater sense of expansion.

3

4

ROCK ARENA

JAZZ CLUB

Use this mode to achieve the feeling of a live concert in an arena with reflected sounds coming from all directions.

This mode creates the sound field of a live house with a low ceiling and hard walls. This mode gives jazz a very vivid realism.

5 VIDEO GAME Use this to enjoy video game sources.

6 MATRIX

7 VIRTUAL

Select this to emphasize the sense of expansion for music sources recorded in stereo. Signals consisting of the component difference of the input signals (the component that provides the sense of expansion) processed for delay are output from the surround channel.

Select this mode to enjoy a virtual sound field, produced from the front 2-channel speakers or headphones.

Depending on the program source being played, the effect may not be very noticeable.

In this case, try other surround modes, without worrying about their names, to create a sound field suited to your tastes.

NOTE: When playing sources recorded in monaural, the sound will be one-sided if signals are only input to one channel (left or right), so input signals to both channels. If you have a source component with only one audio output (monophonic camcorder, etc.) obtain a “Y” adapter cable to split the mono output to two outputs, and connect to the L and R inputs.

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Personal memory plus

This set is equipped with a personal memorize function that automatically memorizes the surround modes and input modes selected for the different sources. When the input source is switched, the modes set for that source last time it was used are automatically recalled.

The surround parameters, tone control settings and playback level balance for the different output channels are memorized for each surround mode.

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SURROUND MODE TONE CONTROL

SURROUND PARAMETER

SELECT

TONE DEFEAT

DSP surround simulation

2

To operate the surround mode and the surround parameters from the remote control unit

1 Select the surround mode for the input channel.


The surround mode switches in the following order each time the DSP SIMULATION button is pressed:

MONO MOVIE

MATRIX

ROCK ARENA

VIDEO GAME JAZZ CLUB

2 Press the SURROUND PARAMETER button to enter the surround parameter setting mode.

The surround parameter switches in the following order each time the SURROUND PARAMETER button is pressed for the different surround modes.

3

SURROUND

MODE

CH SELECT /

ENTER

Press the

SURROUND

PARAMETER

CURSOR

SURROUND PARAMETER button, and press the CURSOR D or H button to select the various parameters.

When turned counterclockwise:

DIRECT STEREO DOLBY PRO LOGIC II x

MONO MOVIE 5CH/7CH STEREO DTS NEO:6

ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB VIDEO GAME

VIRTUAL SURROUND MATRIX

To select the surround mode while adjusting the surround parameters, tone defeat or tone control, press the

SURROUND MODE button, then operate the selector.

2 Press and hold in the SURROUND PARAMETER button to select the parameter you want to set.

The parameters which can be set differ for the different surround modes are displayed. (Refer to “Surround modes and parameters” ( page 57).)

4 Press the CURSOR F or

G button to adjust the parameter settings.


3 Display the parameter you want to adjust, then turn the SELECT knob to set it.



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Operating the surround mode and the surround parameters from the main unit‘s panel

1 Turn the mode.

SELECT knob to select the surround

When turned clockwise:

DIRECT STEREO DOLBY PRO LOGIC II x

MONO MOVIE 5CH/7CH STEREO DTS NEO:6

ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB VIDEO GAME

VIRTUAL SURROUND MATRIX

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Surround parameters r

ROOM SIZE:

This sets the size of the sound field.

There are five settings: “small”, “med.s” (medium-small),

“medium”, “med.l” (medium-large) and “large”. “small” recreates a small sound field, “large” a large sound field.

EFFECT LEVEL:

This sets the strength of the surround effect.

The level can be set in 15 steps from 1 to 15. Lower the level if the sound seems distorted.

DELAY TIME:

The delay time can be set within the range of 0 to 110 ms only in the matrix mode.

TONE CONTROL:

This can be set individually for each surround mode except

DIRECT.

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Adjusting the sound quality (tone)

The tone control function will not work in the DIRECT mode.

1 Press the TONE CONTROL button.

The tone switches as follows each time the TONE CONTROL button is pressed.

BASS TREBLE

2 Turn the SELECT knob to adjust the level of the bass or treble.

To increase the bass or treble:

Turn the control clockwise. (The bass or treble sound can be increased up to +12 dB in steps of 2 dB.)

To decrease the bass or treble:

Turn the control counterclockwise. (The bass or treble sound can be decreased down to –12 dB in steps of 2 dB.)

2

Tone defeat mode

If you do not want the bass and treble to be adjusted, turn on the tone defeat mode.

Press the TONE DEFEAT button.

The signals do not pass through the bass and treble adjustment circuits, thus resulting in higher quality sound.

Channel Level

You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback sources or to suit your taste, as described below.

1 Press the CH SELECT button to select the speaker whose level you want to adjust.

The channel switches as shown below each time the button is pressed.

FL C FR SR

SW SL SBL SBR

When the surround back speaker setting is set to “1sp” for

“Speaker Configuration”, this is set to “SB”.

“SB” appears only when the “Power Amp Assign.” setting is the surround back mode.

2 Press the CURSOR F or G level of the selected speaker.

button to adjust the

The default setting of the channel level is 0 dB.

The level of the selected speaker can be adjusted within the range of +12 to –12 dB by pressing the CURSOR buttons.

The SW channel level can be turned off by decreasing it one step from –12 dB.

OFF ´ –12 dB ´ +12 dB

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FUNCTION BAND PRESET

TUNER

Auto tuning

1 Set the input source to “TUNER”.

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POWER

ON/STANDBY SHIFT TUNING

MODE

MEMORY

ON SCREEN

TUNING

PRESET

SHIFT

BAND

Listening to the radio

Auto preset memory

• This unit is equipped with a function for automatically searching for FM broadcast stations and storing them in the preset memory.

• The “Auto tuner preset” operation can also be performed at

“System setup” ( page 42).

Hold the PRESET • button and press the switch on the main unit.

POWER

• The unit automatically begins searching for FM broadcast stations.

When the first FM broadcast station is found, that station is stored in the preset memory at channel A1.

Subsequent stations are automatically stored in order at preset channels A1 to A8, B1 to B8, C1 to C8, D1 to D8, E1 to E8, F1 to F8 and G1 to G8 for a maximum of 56 stations.

Channel A1 is tuned in after the auto preset memory operation is completed.

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DEFAULT SETTINGS

Auto tuner presets

A1 ~ A8

B1 ~ B8

87.5 / 89.1 / 98.1 / 107.9 / 90.1 / 90.1 /

90.1 / 90.1 MHz

520 / 600 / 1000 / 1400 / 1500 / 1710 kHz,

90.1 / 90.1 MHz

C1 ~ C8 90.1 MHz

D1 ~ D8 90.1 MHz

E1 ~ E8 90.1 MHz

F1 ~ F8 90.1 MHz

G1 ~ G8 90.1 MHz

3 Press the mode.

4

(Main unit)

Press the


2 Watching the display, press the BAND button to select the desired band (AM or FM).

MODE button to set the auto tuning

TUNING (+) or (–) button.

Automatic searching begins, then stops when a station is tuned in.

• When in the auto tuning mode on the FM band, the “STEREO” indicator lights on the display when a stereo broadcast is tuned in. At open frequencies, the noise is muted and the “TUNED” and “STEREO” indicators turn off.

• If an FM station cannot be preset automatically due to poor reception, use the “Manual tuning” operation to tune in the station, then preset it using the manual “Preset memory” operation.

• To interrupt this function, press the ON/STANDBY switch.

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Checking the preset stations

The preset (broadcast) stations can be checked on the on-screen display.

1 Set the input source to “TUNER”.

2 Watching the display, press the BAND button to select the desired band (AM or FM).

3 Press the mode.

MODE button to set the manual tuning

Check that the display’s “AUTO” indicator turns off.

4 Press the TUNING the desired station.

(+) or (–) button to tune in

The frequency changes continuously when the button is held in.

1 Use the “Auto tuning” or “Manual tuning” operation to tune in the station to be preset in the memory.

2 Press the MEMORY button.

3 Press the SHIFT button and select the desired memory block (A to G).

4 Press the PRESET (+) or (–) button to select the desired preset channel (1 to 8).

5 Press the MEMORY button again.

• Store the station in the preset memory.

Press the ON SCREEN button repeatedly until the

“Tuner Preset Stations” screen appears on the OSD.

• When the manual tuning mode is set, FM stereo broadcasts are received in monaural and the “STEREO” indicator turns off.

• To preset other channels, repeat steps 1 to 4.

A total of 56 broadcast stations can be preset — 8 stations

(channels 1 to 8) in each of blocks A to G.

Recalling preset stations

1 Watching the display, press the select the preset memory block.

SHIFT button to

2 Watching the display, press the PRESET • (+) or

ª

(–) button to select the desired preset channel.

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OFF ON/SOURCE

1. CD player (CD), CD recorder and MD recorder (CDR/MD) system buttons

3. Tuner system buttons

NUMBER

MODE 1 MODE 2


Operating DENON audio components

1 Set the MODE 1 switch to “AUDIO”.

2 Set the MODE 2 switch to the position for the component to be operated (CD, CDR/MD or

TAPE).

6 , 7 : Manual search (forward and reverse)

2

1

: Stop

: Play

8 , 9 : Auto search (cue)

3 : Pause

DISC SKIP + : Switch discs (for CD changers only)

2. Tape deck (TAPE) system buttons

6

7

2

1

0

A/B

: Rewind

: Fast-forward

: Stop

: Forward play

: Reverse play

: Switch between decks A and B

Operate the audio component.

3

For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.

While this remote control is compatible with a wide range of infrared controlled components, it may be the case that some component models cannot be operated with this remote control.


SHIFT : Switch preset channel range

CHANNEL +, – : Preset channel up/down

TUNING +, – : Frequency up/down

BAND

MODE

: Switch between the AM and FM bands

: Switch between auto and mono

MEMORY : Preset memory

• TUNER can be operated when the switch is at “AUDIO” position.

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Preset memory

• DENON and other makes of components can be operated by setting the preset memory.

• This remote control unit can be used to operate components of other manufacturers without using the learning function by registering the manufacturer of the component as shown in the list of preset codes ( End of this manual).

• Operation is not possible for some models.

1 Set the MODE 1 switch to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.

• The signals for the pressed buttons are emitted while setting the preset memory. To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote control unit’s transmitting window while setting the preset memory.

• Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function cannot be used for some models, even if they are of makes listed in the list of preset codes.

• Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote control code. Refer to the included list of preset codes to change the number and verify correct operation.

• The preset memory can be set for one component only among the following: CDR/MD, DVD/VDP and DBS/CABLE.

Set to the AUDIO side for the CD, Tape deck or CDR/MD position, and to the VIDEO side for the DVD/VDP,

DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.

2 Set the MODE 2 switch to the component to be registered.

2 The preset codes are as follows upon shipment from the factory and after resetting:

• TV, VCR .........................................HITACHI

• CD, TAPE.......................................DENON

• CDR/MD ........................................DENON (CDR)

• DVD/VDP .......................................DENON (DVD)

• DBS/CABLE...................................ABC (CABLE)

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1. Digital video disc player (DVD) system buttons

3 Press the same time.

ON/SOURCE and OFF button at the

• The indicator starts flashing.

4 Referring to the included list of preset codes, press the NUMBER buttons to input the preset code (a 3-digit number) for the manufacturer of the component whose signals you want to store in the memory.

5 To store the codes of another component in the memory, repeat steps 1 to 4.

Operating a component stored in the preset memory

1 Set the MODE 1 switch to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.

Set to the AUDIO side for the CD, Tape deck or CDR/MD position, and to the VIDEO side for the DVD/VDP,

DBS/CABLE, VCR or TV position.

2 Set the MODE 2 switch to the component you want to operate.

ON/SOURCE : Power on/standby

OFF : DENON DVD power off


2

1

: Stop

: Play

8 , 9 : Auto search (to beginning of track)

3 : Pause

0 ~ 9, +10 : Number

DISC SKIP + : Disc skip (for DVD changer only)

DISPLAY

MENU

: Switch display

: Menu

RETURN

SETUP

: Return

: Setup

• , ª, 0 , 1 : Cursor up, down, left and right

ENTER : Enter setting

Operate the component.

3

For details, refer to the component’s operating instructions.

Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit.

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• Some manufacturers use different names for the DVD remote control buttons, so also refer to the instructions on remote control for that component.

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2. Video disc player (VDP) system buttons 3. Video deck (VCR) system buttons


4. Digital broadcast satellite (DBS) tuner and cable (CABLE) system buttons



2

1

: Stop

: Play

8 , 9 : Auto search (cue)

3 : Pause

0 ~ 9, +10 : Number



2

1

: Stop

: Play

3 : Pause

Channel +, – : Channel up/down


MENU : Menu

RETURN : Return


ENTER : Enter

CHANNEL +, – : Channel up/down

0 ~ 9, +10 : Number

DISPLAY

VOL +, –

: Switch display

: Volume up/down

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5. Monitor TV (TV) system buttons

MAIN ON ZONE2 OFF

NUMBER

MODE 1 MODE 2

Punch through

“Punch Through” is a function allowing you to operate the PLAY,

STOP, MANUAL SEARCH and AUTO SEARCH buttons on CD, TAPE,

CDR/MD, DVD/VDP or VCR components when in the

DBS/CABLE or TV mode. By default, nothing is set.

1 Set the MODE 1 switch to “VIDEO”.


MENU : Menu

RETURN : Return


ENTER : Enter

CHANNEL +, – : Channel up/down

0 ~ 9, +10 : Number

DISPLAY

TV/VCR

VOL +, –

: Switch display

: Switch between TV and video player

: Volume up/down

• For CD, CDR, MD and TAPE components, the buttons can be

( operated in the same way as for DENON audio components page 31).

• A TV can be operated when the switch is at the DVD/VDP, VCR,

TV position.

2 Set the MODE 2 switch to the component to be registered (DBS/CABLE or TV).

3 Press the ZONE2 OFF and MAIN ON buttons at the same time.

• The indicator starts flashing.

4 Input the number of the component you want to set.

CD

TAPE

CDR/MD

DVD/VDP

VCR

No setting

4

5

0

No.

1

2

3

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Multi zone music entertainment system

• When the outputs of the ZONE2 OUT terminals are wired and connected to integrated amplifiers installed in other rooms, different sources can be played in rooms other than the MAIN ZONE in which this unit and the playback devices are installed. (Refer to ZONE2 on the diagram below.)

• ZONE2 speaker out and pre-out can be used when “ZONE2” is selected at “Power Amp Assign.” in the “System Setup” menu.

In this case, surround back speaker out cannot be used for MAIN ZONE.

• When a sold separately room-to-room remote control unit (DENON RC-616, 617 or 618) is wired and connected between the MAIN

ZONE and ZONE2, the remote-controllable devices in the MAIN ZONE can be controlled from ZONE2 using the remote control unit.

• For the AUDIO outputs, use high quality pin-plug cables and wire in such a way that there is no humming or noise.

• For instructions on installation and operation of separately sold devices, refer to the devices’ operating instructions.

• When the main unit is set to the recording output mode, ZONE2 remote control button cannot be operated.

2

When using the SURR.BACK/ZONE2 amplifier as the SURROUND BACK

• 7.1-channel playback using the surround back speaker is possible in the MAIN ZONE.

• To use the ZONE2 line output, turn on the ZONE2 button.

• The ZONE2 OUT terminal’s output level cannot be adjusted with the remote control unit.

[System configuration and connections example]

Using external amplifier.

MAIN ZONE 7.1-channel systems

Monitor

ZONE2

B

FL

DVD player

Center

This unit

FR

SW

B

Input

SL

ZONE2 AUDIO OUT

(FIXED OUT)

SR

Premain amplifier or Power amplifier

RC-617

PROGRAMMABLE

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RC-616

SBL SBR

SYSTEM REMOTE CONTROL

UNIT RC-978


: ROOM-TO-ROOM REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM

(separately sold) control line

: MULTI SOURCE AUDIO signal cable

Refer to “Connections” ( page 16).

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Advanced Operation Advanced Operation

2

When using the SURR.BACK/ZONE2 amplifier as the ZONE2

• The SPEAKER OUT, LINE OUT and PRE OUT terminals can be used simultaneously in ZONE2.

• To use the ZONE2, turn on the ZONE2 button.

• The output of the ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT terminals can be adjusted with the remote control unit’s ZONE2 VOLUME button.

[System configuration and connections example]

Using this unit’s internal amplifier as the ZONE2.

MAIN ZONE 5.1-channel systems

Monitor

ZONE2

SL

FL

B

DVD player

FR

Input

RC-616

C

This unit

SW

ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT

SR

SYSTEM REMOTE

CONTROL UNIT RC-978

PROGRAMMABLE

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

RC-617

: ROOM-TO-ROOM REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEM

(separately sold) control line

: SPEAKER cable

Refer to “Connections” ( page 16).

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FUNCTION ZONE2/REC SELECT

ZONE2 OFF

ZONE2 ON

FUNCTION

POWER

ZONE2

SPEAKER

MODE 1

CHANNEL

MODE 2

VOLUME

Outputting a program source to amplifier, etc., in a different room (ZONE2 mode)

1 Press the ZONE2/REC SELECT button to display the “ZONE2 SOURCE” on the display.

The display switches as follows each time the button is pressed.

ZONE2 REC

2 Turn the FUNCTION knob to select the source you want to output appears on the display.

Start playing the source to be output.

3

For operating instructions, refer to the manuals of the respective components.

To cancel, turn the FUNCTION knob and select “SOURCE”.

1

2

Remote control unit operations during multi-source playback (selecting the source)

Set the

Set the

MODE 1 switch to the “AUDIO”.

MODE 2 switch to the “ZONE2”.

3 Press the ZONE2 ON button.

To cancel the ZONE2 mode:

Press the ZONE2 OFF button.

4 Press the ZONE2 button.

Lights

• The signals of the source selected in the ZONE2 mode are also output from the VCR and CDR/TAPE recording output terminals.

• Digital signals are not output to the ZONE2 output terminals.

Press the FUNCTION button.

4

The ZONE2 source switches directly.

5 The output level of the ZONE2 SPEAKER OUT terminals can be controlled pressing the

VOLUME button on the remote control unit.

Default setting (ZONE2 VOLUME LEVEL):

– – – dB (MINIMUM)

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6 When the ZONE2 SOURCE function is set to

TUNER, the preset channel can be selected using the CHANNEL button on the remote control unit.

(

This is only possible when the main unit in the ZONE2 mode page 44).


Other functions

Playing one source while recording another

(REC OUT mode)

1 Press the ZONE2/REC SELECT button to display the “RECOUT SOURCE” on the display.

The display switches as follows each time the button is pressed.

ZONE2 REC

Last function memory

• This unit is equipped with a last function memory which stores the input and output setting conditions as they were immediately before the power is switched off.

This function eliminates the need to perform complicated resettings when the power is switched on.

• The unit is also equipped with a back-up memory. This function provides approximately one week of memory storage when the main unit’s POWER switch is off and the power supply cord disconnected.

2 Turn the FUNCTION knob to select the source you want to output appears on the display.

Set the recording mode.

3

For operating instructions, refer to the manual of the component on which you want to record.

To cancel, turn the FUNCTION knob and select “SOURCE”.

Initialization of the microprocessor

If the indication on the display is not normal or if the operation of the unit is not correct, then the microprocessor should be reset by the following procedure.

1 Switch off the unit using the main unit’s

POWER switch.

2 Keep both SPEAKER A and B buttons depressed and turn on the unit by pressing the main unit’s

POWER switch.

• Recording sources other than digital inputs selected in the REC

OUT mode are also output to the ZONE2 audio output terminals.

• Digital signals are not output to the REC SOURCE or audio output terminals.

• The DIGITAL IN’s signal selected with the FUNCTION knob is output to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) terminal.

3 Check that the entire display is flashing at 1second intervals and release the buttons.

• The microprocessor will be initialized.

• If step 3 does not work, start over from step 1.

• If the microprocessor has been reset, all the button settings are reset to the default values (the values set upon shipment from the factory).

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Use System Setup to customize a variety of settings to suit your listening environment.

For the contents of a system menu and the initial setting of this unit ( page 49, 50).

Navigating through the System Setup Menu

You can change the settings using the buttons on the front panel or remote control unit.

MODE 1

SETUP

ENTER

CURSOR

2

[ On-screen display ]

[ Display ]

* I n p u t S e t u p

1 Set the MODE 1 switch to “AUDIO”.

2 Press the SETUP button to display the “System Setup” menu.

Press the CURSOR D or

H button to select the menu, then press the

ENTER button.

3 Press the ENTER button to enter the selected menu.

4 To change a setting, first select it pressing the CURSOR D or

H button, and then change the setting pressing the F or

G button.

5 Press the ENTER button to confirm the new settings.

6 Press the SETUP button to return to the “System Setup” menu and again to return to the main screen.

3

4

6

* D i g i t a l I n

* C O A X 1 C D

* E x i t

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On-screen display and front display

The AVR-1906 is equipped with an intuitive and easy-to-understand on-screen display, and is equipped with an alphanumeric front panel display that can also be used to check and adjust settings. We recommend that you use the on-screen display when you make system adjustments.

Some representative front display and on-screen display examples are shown below.

[ On-screen display ]

Top menu

[ Front display ]

Top menu

* A u t o S e t u p

Screen title

No.

Sub-menu title

* S p e a k e r S e t u p

Main menu

* D i g i t a l I n

* A u t o S e t < S t a r t

* C O A X 1 C D

To select a menu, press

Screen title

No.

Sub-menu title

Press the CURSOR F button to execute.

Currently selected line

Current setting

Currently selected line

Main menu


Input Setup

Setting the Digital In Assign.

This setting assigns the digital input terminals of the AVR-1906 for the different input sources.



“Input Setup” at the “System Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Input Setup” screen appears.

• The OPTICAL 2 terminal on the AVR-1906’s rear panel is equipped with an optical digital output terminal for recording digital signals on a CD recorder, MD recorder or other digital recorder. Use this for digital recording between a digital audio source (stereo – 2 channels) and a digital audio recorder.

• Do not connect the output of the component connected to the

OPTICAL 2 OUT terminal on the AVR-1906’s rear panel to any terminal other than the OPTICAL 2 IN terminal.

• “TUNER” and “V. AUX” cannot be selected with “Setting the

Digital In Assign.”.

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Setting the Input Function Level

• Correct the playback level of the different input sources.

• Adjust the playback levels of the devices connected to the different input sources to the same level to eliminate the need for adjusting the main volume each time the input source is switched.



“Input Function Level” at the “Input Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Input Function Level” screen appears.

2 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select

“Digital In Assign.”, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Digital In Assign.” screen appears.


H button to select the digital input terminal, then press the CURSOR

F or G button to select the input source.

Select “OFF” for input sources for which no digital input terminals are used.

If “Yes” is selected for “Default”, the settings are automatically reset to the default values.

4 Press the ENTER button to enter the setting.

• The “Input Setup” menu appears.

Setting the Ext In SW Level

Set the method of playback of the analog input signal connected to the Ext. In Subwoofer.


H button to select “Ext

In SW Level” at the “Input Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Ext In SW Level” screen appears.

2 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the input source, then press the CURSOR F or G button to adjust the level.

The level can be adjusted between –12 dB and +12 dB in units of 1 dB.




2 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select according to the specifications of the player being used.

Also refer to the player’s operating instructions.

+15dB (default) recommended (0, +5, +10 or +15 can be selected).



• After completing this setting, check that the playback levels for the different sources are the same.

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Setting the Function Rename

The names of the input sources displayed on the front display and the on-screen display can be changed. The names or brands of the devices connected to the input sources can be input.


“Function Rename” at the “Input Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Function Rename” screen appears.

4 Repeat step 3 to complete input of the input source name.

If you wish to return the input source to its initial setting, highlighted.

If “Yes” is selected for “Default”, the setting is automatically reset to the default name.


H button to select the input source whose name you want to change, then press the CURSOR F or G button.

• The screen switches to the character input screen.

Example: is pressed

5 Once all the characters have been input, press the ENTER button.

• The “Function Rename” screen appears.

Use the same procedure to change other input source names as well.



• When the input source is selected, the display is as shown below.

Example:

When the name has been changed to “DENON”

3 Press the CURSOR F or G button to move the

cursor ( 2 ) to the character, number, symbol or punctuation mark you wish to input, and press

CURSOR D or H button to select that the character.

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y

Z a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

’ ( ) + , – . / : ; < = > ? [ ] (space)

Up to 5 characters can be input.

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Setting the Video Input Mode

Select the input signal to be output to the composite S-Video and component monitor output terminals using the video conversion function.


“Video Input Mode” at the “Input Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Video Input Mode” screen appears.

2 Press the CURSOR D input source for which you want to set the video input mode.

or

H button to select the

3 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select the mode as below.

The details in each mode are as follows.

AUTO Component S-Video Video

AUTO:

When there are multiple input signals, the input signals are detected and the input signal to be output from the video monitor output terminal is selected automatically in the following order: component video, S-Video, composite video.

Component:

The signal connected to the component video terminal is always played.

Video conversion is not conducted, so no image is output from the monitor output terminal when there is no input signal to the component terminal.

S-Video:

The signal connected to the S-Video terminal is always played.

The S-Video input signal is converted and output from the composite and component monitor output terminal.

Video:

The signal connected to the composite video terminal is always played.

The composite video input signal is up-converted and output from the S-Video and component monitor output terminals.



• Down-converting from the component video signal to the S-

Video and composite video signal is not possible, so when not

( using the component video monitor output terminal connect the player using the S-Video or composite video input terminal page 12).

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Setting the Auto Tuner Preset

Use this to automatically search for FM broadcasts and store up to 56 stations at preset channels A1 to 8, B1 to 8, C1 to 8, D1 to

8, E1 to 8, F1 to 8 and G1 to 8.


“Auto Tuner Preset” at the “Input Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Auto Tuner Preset” screen appears.

2 Press the CURSOR F button to select “Start”.

• “Search” appears on the screen and searching begins.

• “Completed” appears once searching is completed.


H

“Exit”, then press the ENTER button.


button to select

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Advanced playback

Setting the Audio Delay

• When watching a DVD or other video source, the picture on the monitor may seem delayed with respect to the sound. In this case, adjust the audio delay to delay the sound and synchronize it with the picture.

• The audio delay setting is stored separately for each input source.

• The audio delay setting does not apply when playing in the EXT.

IN mode or in the analog input direct mode or stereo mode.

1

2

Press the CURSOR D or H button to select

“Advanced Playback” at the “System Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Advanced Playback” screen appears.


H

“Audio Delay”, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Audio Delay” screen appears.


Setting the Auto Surround Mode

The surround mode used last for the three types of input signals shown below is stored in the memory, and the signal is automatically played with that surround mode the next time it is input.

Note that the surround mode setting is also stored separately for the different input sources.

q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals (STEREO) w 2-channel signals in the Dolby Digital, DTS or another multichannel format (DOLBY PL II x Cinema) e Multi-channel signals in the Dolby Digital, DTS or another multi-channel format (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND)

Default settings are indicated in ( ).

1 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select “Auto

Surround Mode” at the “Advanced Playback” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Auto Surround Mode” screen appears.

3 Press the CURSOR F or delay time (0 ms ~ 200 ms).

G button to set the

With a movie source, for example, adjust so that the movement of the actors’ lips is synchronized with the sound.


• The “Advanced Playback” menu appears.

2 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select “ON” if you want to use the auto surround mode, or

“OFF” if you do not want to use it.


• The “Advanced Playback” menu appears.

4 Press the CURSOR D or H




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Option Setup

Setting the Muting Level

This sets the amount of attenuation applied for audio output muting.

Setting the On-Screen Display (OSD)

• Use this to turn the on-screen display (messages other than the menu screens) “ON” or “OFF”.

• Sets the on-screen display mode.



“Option Setup” at the “System Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Option Setup” screen appears.

1 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select “On

Screen Display” at the “Option Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “On Screen Display” screen appears.

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Setting the Power Amp Assign.

Make this setting to switch the power amplifier for the surround back channel to ZONE2 or Bi-Amp.

Power Amp

Assign.

SPEAKER OUT

MAIN ZONE ZONE2

Surround back 7.1ch system

ZONE2 5.1ch system

Bi-Amp 5.1ch system

–

2ch system

–

PRE-OUT

S.BACK/ZONE

Surround back

ZONE2

–


“Power Amp Assign.” at the “Option Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Power Amp Assign.” screen appears.


“Muting Level” at the “Option Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Muting Level” screen appears.

3 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select the desired setting.

–20 dB:

Attenuation of the volume by –20 dB from the present level.

–40 dB:

Attenuation of the volume by –40 dB from the present level.

– – – dB:

The volume level is completely muted.

2 Press the or “OFF”.

CURSOR F or G button to select “ON”


H button to select the on-screen display mode, then press the CURSOR

F or G button to select “MODE1” or

“MODE2”.

MODE1:

Prevents flickering of the on-screen display when there is no video signal.

MODE2:

Flickering is not prevented.

Use this mode if the on-screen display does not appear in

MODE1, which may happen depending on the TV being used.


• The “Option Setup” menu appears.

2 Press the CURSOR F or G button to select the

Amp Assign mode according to the speaker system you want to set up.





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Setting the Setup Lock

The system setup settings can be locked so that they cannot be changed easily.



“Setup Lock” at the “Option Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Setup Lock” screen appears.


This Speaker Setup section describes the procedures to make speaker settings manually (without using the Auto Setup function), as well as to make manual changes to settings that have already been made by the Auto Setup function.

ENTER

CURSOR

Speaker Setup

2 Press the CURSOR F button to select “ON”, to lock the system setup settings.

3 Press the ENTER button to finalize the setting and exit the system setup mode.

Setting the Speaker Config.

The composition of the signals output to each channel and the frequency response are adjusted automatically according to the combination of speakers actually being used.


“Speaker Setup” at the “System Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Speaker Setup” screen appears.

• When the setup lock function is activated, the settings listed below cannot be changed, and “SETUP LOCKED” is displayed when related buttons are operated.

• System setup settings

• Surround parameter settings

• Tone control settings

• Channel level settings (including test tones)

• To unlock, press the SETUP button again and display the “Setup

Lock” screen, then select “OFF” and press the ENTER button.

• System setup is complete. Once these settings are made, there is no need to change them unless different AV components are connected or the speakers are repositioned.


“Speaker Config.”, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Speaker Config.” screen appears.

3 Press the CURSOR D speaker, then press the or H button to select a

CURSOR F or G button to select a parameter.

Center Sp.

Front Sp.

Subwoofer

Surround Sp.

Surround back Sp.


• The “Speaker Setup” menu appears.

• Select “Large” or “Small” not according to the actual size of the speaker but according to the speaker’s capacity for playing low frequency (bass sound below the frequency set for the

Crossover Frequency) signals. If you are unsure, try comparing the sound at both settings (setting the volume to a level low enough so as not to damage the speakers) to determine the proper setting.

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Parameters

Large:

Select this when using speakers that have sufficient ability to reproduce bass sound below the frequency set for the crossover frequency mode.

Small:

Select this when using speakers that do not have sufficient ability to reproduce bass sound below the frequency set for the crossover frequency mode. When this is set, bass sound with a frequency below the frequency set for the crossover frequency mode is sent to the subwoofer.

None:

Select this when no speakers are installed.

Yes / No:

Select “Yes” when a subwoofer is installed, “No” when a subwoofer is not installed.

2sp / 1sp:

Set the number of speakers to be used for the surround back channel.

If the subwoofer has sufficient low frequency playback capacity, good sound can be achieved even when “Small” is set for the front, center and surround speakers.


“Delay Time” at the “Speaker Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Delay Time” screen appears.

2 Press the CURSOR D or H button to select the speaker to be set.

3 Press the CURSOR F or G button to set the distance between the speaker and the listening position.

The distance changes in units of 1 foot each time the button is pressed. Select the value closest to the measured distance.


The difference in distance for the various speaker settings must not be greater than 20 ft.

Setting the Delay Time

Input the distance between the listening position and each speaker to set the delay time for the surround playback.

Preparations:

Measure the distances between the listening position and the speakers.

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Setting the Channel Level

• Use this setting to balance the playback levels in different channels and make them appear equal.

• From the listening position, listen to the test tones produced from the speakers to adjust the level.

• The levels can also be adjusted directly from the remote control unit ( page 47).



“Channel Level” at the “Speaker Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Channel Level” screen appears.

2 Press the CURSOR F

“Auto” or “Manual”.

F or G button to select

Auto:

Adjust the level while listening to the test tones produced automatically from each speaker.

Manual:

Select the speaker from which you want to produce the test tone to adjust the level.


“TEST TONE Start”, then press the

F button to select “Start”.

Subwoofer

SL

SBL SBR

Listening position

SR

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-1

When “Auto” mode is selected:

Press the CURSOR F or G button to adjust all the speakers to the same volume.

• The test tones are emitted from each speaker in the following order: at 4-second intervals during the first and second cycle, and at the 2-second intervals during the third and subsequent cycles.

FL

SW

C

SL

FR SR

SBL

2sp

SBR

SB

1sp

When the surround back speaker setting is set to

“1sp” for “Speaker Configuration”, this is set to “SB”.

Example:

When the volume is set to –12 dB while the test tone is being produced from the Front Lch speaker

The volume can be adjusted between –12 dB and +12 dB in units of 1 dB.

4

-2

When “Manual” mode is selected:


H button to select the speaker, then press the CURSOR F or

G button to adjust all the speakers to the same volume.



“Level Clear” on the “Channel Level” screen, then make the settings again.

• When adjusting the level of an active subwoofer system, you may also need to adjust the subwoofer’s own volume control.

• When you adjust the channel levels while in the system setup channel level mode, the channel level adjustments made will affect all surround modes. Consider this mode a master channel level adjustment mode.

• After you have completed the system setup channel level adjustments, you can then activate the individual surround modes and adjust channel levels that will be remembered for each of those modes. Then, whenever you activate a particular surround sound mode, your preferred channel level adjustments for just that mode will be recalled. Check the instructions for adjusting channel levels within each surround mode ( page 28).


Setting the Crossover Frequency

Set the crossover frequency mode according to the speaker system being used.



“Crossover Frequency” at the “Speaker Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Crossover Frequency” screen appears.

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Adjusting the test tone

• Before playing with the surround function, be sure to use the test tones to adjust the playback level from the different speakers. This adjustment can be performed with the system setup ( page 46, 47) or from the remote control unit, as described below.

• Adjusting with the remote control unit using the test tones is only possible in the “Auto” mode and only effective in the

STANDARD (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND) modes. The adjusted levels for the different modes are automatically stored in the memory.

2 Press the frequency.

CURSOR F F or

G button to select the

40 / 60 / 80 / 100 / 120 / 150 / 200 / 250 Hz can be selected.



1 Press the STANDARD button to select the

STANDARD (DOLBY/DTS SURROUND) modes.

2 Press the TEST TONE button.

• Test tones are output from the different speakers.

3 Press the CURSOR F or G button to adjust so that the volume of the test tones is the same for all the speakers.

4 After completing the adjustment, press the

TEST TONE button again.

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Setting the SW Mode Setup

Set the subwoofer mode according to the speaker system being used.

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Assignment of low frequency signal range

The only signals produced from the subwoofer channel are LFE signals (during playback of Dolby Digital or DTS signals) and the low frequency signal range of channels set to “Small” in the setup menu. The low frequency signal range of channels set to

“Large” are produced from those channels.


H button to select “SW

Mode Setup” at the “Speaker Setup” menu, then press the ENTER button.

• The “Subwoofer Mode Setup” screen appears.

2 Press the setting.

CURSOR F or G button to select a







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Crossover Frequency

• When “Subwoofer” is set to “Yes” at the “Speaker Config.” screen, set the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the various speakers is to be output from the subwoofer (the crossover frequency).

• For speakers set to “Small”, sound with a frequency below the crossover frequency is cut, and the cut bass sound is output from the subwoofer instead.

(• When “Subwoofer” is set to “No”, the bass sound is output from the speakers set as “Large”.)

NOTE:

• For ordinary speaker systems, we recommend setting the crossover frequency to 80 Hz. When using small speakers, however, setting the crossover frequency to a higher frequency may improve frequency response for frequencies near the crossover frequency.

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Subwoofer Mode

• The subwoofer mode setting is only valid when “Large” is set for the front speakers and “Yes” is set for the subwoofer in

“Setting the Speaker Config.” ( page 45).

• When the “LFE+MAIN” playback mode is selected, the low frequency signal range of channels set to “Large” is produced simultaneously from those channels and the subwoofer channel.

In this playback mode, the low frequency range expands more uniformly through the room, but depending on the size and shape of the room, interference may result in a decrease of the actual volume of the low frequency range.

• Selection of the “LFE” play mode will play the low frequency signal range of the channel selected with “Large” from that channel only. Therefore, the low frequency signal range that is played from the subwoofer channel is only the low frequency signal range of LFE (only during Dolby Digital or DTS signal playback) and the channels specified as “Small” in the setup menu.

• Select the play mode that offers the fullest bass.

• When the subwoofer is set to “Yes”, bass sound is output from the subwoofer regardless of the subwoofer mode setting in surround modes other than Dolby/DTS.

• In surround modes other than Dolby Digital and DTS, if the subwoofer is set to “Yes”, the low frequency portion is always output to the subwoofer channel. For details, refer to

“Surround modes and parameters” ( page 57).

• This screen is not displayed when not using a subwoofer and all speakers are set to small size.

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System setup items and default values (set upon shipment from the factory)

1. Auto Setup

1 Auto Setup

Power Amp

Assign.

Auto Setup

Set this to switch the surround back channel’s power amplifier for ZONE2 or Bi-

Amp use .

Default setting

SURROUND BACK

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8~11

2. Speaker Setup

1

Speaker

Config.

2 Delay Time

3

Channel

Level

4

5

Crossover

Frequency

SW Mode

Setup

Speaker Setup

Input the combination of speakers in your system and their corresponding sizes (SMALL for regular speakers, LARGE for full-size, full-range) to automatically set the composition of the signals output from the speakers and the frequency response.

This parameter is for optimizing the timing with which the audio signals are produced from the speakers and subwoofer according to the listening position.

This adjusts the volume of the signals output from the speakers and subwoofer for the different channels in order to obtain optimum effects.

Sets the frequency (Hz) below which the bass sound of the various speaker is to be output from the subwoofer.

This selects the subwoofer speaker for playing deep bass signals.

Front Sp.

Large

Front

L & R

12 ft

Front

L

Front

R

0 dB 0 dB

Center Sp.

Default setting

Subwoofer Surround Sp.

Surround Back

Sp.

Small Yes Small Small / 2sp

Center

Center

0 dB

12 ft

0 dB

Subwoofer

12 ft

Surround L Surround R

0 dB

Surround

L & R

10 ft

Surround

Back L

0 dB

Surround

Back R

0 dB

Surround Back

L & R

10 ft

Subwoofer

0 dB

80 Hz

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46

46, 47

47

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3. Input Setup

1

Digital In

Assign.

Input Setup

This assigns the digital input terminals for the different input sources.

Input source

Digital

Inputs

CD

COAX1

AUX

Default setting

COAX2

DVD / VDP

OPT1

TV / DBS

2

Ext In SW

Level

3

4

5

Input

Function

Level

Function

Rename

Video Input

Mode

6

Auto Tuner

Preset

Sets the Ext. In Subwoofer terminal playback level.

The playback level can be corrected individually for the different input sources.

The names of the different input source can be changed as desired and displayed on the display.

Set the input signal to be output from the monitor output terminal.

CD

0 dB

CD

FM stations are received automatically and stored in the memory.

A1 ~ A8

B1 ~ B8

C1 ~ C8

D1 ~ D8

E1 ~ E8

F1 ~ F8

G1 ~ G8

TUNER

0 dB

TUNER

AUX

0 dB

AUX

Subwoofer = +15 dB

CDR / TAPE DVD / VDP TV / DBS

0 dB

CDR

0 dB

DVD

0 dB

TV

VCR

0 dB

VCR

AUTO

87.5 / 89.1 / 98.1 / 107.9 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 MHz

520 / 600 / 1000 / 1400 / 1500 / 1710 kHz, 90.1 / 90.1 MHz

90.1 MHz

90.1 MHz

90.1 MHz

90.1 MHz

90.1 MHz

OPT2

V. AUX

0 dB

V. AUX

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40

40

41

42

42

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4. Advanced Playback

1 Audio Delay

Advanced Playback

Sets the audio delay to delay the sound and synchronize it with the picture.

2

Auto

Surround

Mode

Sets the Auto surround mode function.

5. Option Setup

1 Muting Level

2

3

On Screen

Display

Power Amp

Assign.

Option Setup

This sets the amount of attenuation for audio output muting.

This sets whether or not to display the on-screen display that appears on the monitor screen when the controls on the remote control unit or main unit are operated.

A setting to prevent flickering.

Set this to switch the surround back channel’s power amplifier for ZONE2 or Bi-Amp use.

4 Setup Lock

Sets whether or not to lock the system setup settings so that they cannot be changed.

Default setting

0 ms

Auto Surround Mode = ON

Default setting

– – – dB (minimum)

On Screen Display = ON / MODE1

Surround Back

Setup Lock = OFF

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Troubleshooting

If a problem should arise, first check the following.

1. Are the connections correct?

2. Have you operated the receiver according to the operating instructions?

3. Are the speakers and other components operating properly?

If this unit is not operating properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist, there may be a malfunction. Disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.

Symptom

Display not lit and sound not produced when POWER switch set to on.

Cause Measures

• Power supply cord not plugged in securely.

• Check the insertion of the power supply cord plug.

• Turn the power on with the remote control unit after turning the

POWER switch on.

Display lit but sound not produced.

Display not lit and power indicator is flashing rapidly.

• Speaker cables not securely connected.

• Improper setting of the FUNCTION knob.

• Volume control set to minimum.

• MUTING is on.

• Digital signals not input. Digital input selected.

• Connect securely.

• Set to a suitable position.

• Turn volume up to suitable level.

• Switch off MUTING.

• Input digital signals or select input terminals to which digital signals are being input.

• Speaker terminals are shortcircuited.

• The ventilation holes of the set are blocked.

• The unit is operating at continuous high power conditions and/or with inadequate ventilation.

• Switch power off, connect speakers properly, then switch power back on.

• Turn off the set’s power, then ventilate it well and allow it to cool down.

Once the set has cooled down, turn the power back on.

• Turn off the set’s power, then ventilate it well and allow it to cool down.

Once the set has cooled down, turn the power back on.

Sound produced only from one channel.

Positions of instruments reversed during stereo playback.

Howling noise produced when volume is high.

• Incomplete connection of speaker cables.

• Incomplete connection of input/ output cables.



• Reverse connections of left and right speakers or left and right input/output cables.

• Check left and right connections.

• Speaker systems too close together.

• Floor is unstable and vibrates easily.

• Separate as much as possible.

• Use cushions to absorb speaker vibrations transmitted by floor.

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8

6

18

18

18

19, 20

5, 6

2, 5

2, 5

5, 6

5~7,

11~17

6

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Symptom

Sound is distorted.

This unit does not operate properly when remote control unit is used.

Cause

• Stylus pressure too weak.

• Dust or dirt on stylus.

Measures

• Apply proper stylus pressure.

• Check stylus.

• Batteries dead.

• Remote control unit too far from this unit.

• Obstacle between this unit and remote control unit.

• Different button is being pressed.

• < and > ends of batteries inserted in reverse.

• Replace with new batteries.

• Move closer.

• Remove obstacle.

• Press the proper button.

• Insert batteries properly.

Troubleshooting

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3

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NOTE ON USE

Avoid high temperatures.

Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when installed in a rack.

Keep the apparatus free from moisture, water, and dust.

Do not let foreign objects into the apparatus.

Unplug the power cord when not using the apparatus for long periods of time.

Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner come in contact with the apparatus.

Handle the power cord carefully.

Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.

* (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)

Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.

Never disassemble or modify the apparatus in any way.

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Additional Information

Optimum surround sound for different sources

There are currently various types of multi-channel signals (signals or formats with more than two channels).

• Other types of audio:

These signals are designed to recreate a 360° sound field using three to five speakers.

FL SW C FR

2

Types of multi-channel signals

Dolby Digital, Dolby Pro Logic, DTS, high definition 3-1 signals

(Japan MUSE Hi-Vision audio), DVD-Audio, Super Audio CD,

MPEG multi-channel audio, etc.

“Source” here does not refer to the type of signal (format) but the recorded content. Sources can be divided into two major categories.

2 Types of sources

• Movie audio:

Signals created to be played in movie theaters. In general sound is recorded to be played in movie theaters equipped with multiple surround speakers, regardless of the format (Dolby

Digital, DTS, etc.).

Movie theater sound field

SL

FL SW C FR

SR

Listening room sound field

FL SW C FR

SL SR

In this case the speakers should surround the listener from all sides to create a uniform sound field from 360°. Ideally the surround speakers should function as “point” sound sources in the same way as the front speakers.

These two types of sources thus have different properties, and different speaker settings, particularly for the surround speakers, are required in order to achieve the ideal sound.

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Surround back speakers

A 6.1-channel system is a conventional 5.1-channel system to which the “surround back” (SB) channel has been added. This makes it easy to achieve sound positioned directly behind the listener, something that was previously difficult with sources designed for conventional multi surround speakers. In addition, the acoustic image extending between the sides and the rear is narrowed, thus greatly improving the expression of the surround signals for sounds moving from the sides to the back and from the front to the point directly behind the listening position.

Change of positioning and acoustic image with 5.1-channel systems

FL SW C FR

SL ch SR ch

Movement of acoustic image from SR to SL

Change of positioning and acoustic image with 6.1-channel systems

FL SW C FR

SB

SB

Multiple surround speakers

(For 6.1-channel system)

In this case it is important to achieve the same sense of expansion as in a movie theater with the surround channels.

To do so, in some cases the number of surround speakers is increased (to four or eight) or speakers with bipolar or dipolar properties are used.

SL : Surround L channel

SR : Surround R channel

SB : Surround back channel (1 speaker or 2 speakers)

SL ch SR ch

SB ch

Movement of acoustic image from SR to SB to SL

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With this set, speaker(s) for 1 or 2 channels are required to achieve a 6.1-channel system (DTS-ES, etc.). Adding these speakers, however, increases the surround effect not only with sources recorded in 6.1 channels but also with conventional 2- to

5.1-channel sources. Furthermore, all the DENON original surround modes ( page 26) are compatible with 7.1-channel playback, so you can enjoy 7.1-channel sound with any signal source.

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Number of surround back speakers

Though the surround back channel only consists of 1 channel of playback signals for 6.1-channel sources (DTS-ES, etc.), we recommend using two speakers. When using speakers with dipolar characteristics in particular, it is essential to use two speakers.

Using two speakers results in a smoother blend with the sound of the surround channels and better sound positioning of the surround back channel when listening from a position other than the center.

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Placement of the surround left and right channels when using surround back speakers

Using surround back speakers greatly improves the positioning of the sound at the rear. Because of this, the surround left and right channels play an important role in achieving a smooth transition of the acoustic image from the front to the back. As shown in the diagram above, in a movie theater the surround signals are also produced from diagonally in front of the listeners, creating an acoustic image as if the sound were floating in space.

To achieve these effects, we recommend placing the speakers for the surround left and right channels slightly more towards the front than with conventional surround systems. Doing so sometimes increases the surround effect when playing conventional 5.1-channel sources in the 6.1 surround or DTS-ES

Matrix 6.1 mode. Check the surround effects of the various modes before selecting the surround mode.

Speaker setting examples

Here we describe a number of speaker settings for different purposes. Use these examples as guides to set up your system according to the type of speakers used and the main usage purpose.

[1] DTS-ES compatible system

(using surround back speakers)

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Basic setting for primarily watching movies

This is recommended when mainly playing movies and using regular single way or 2-way speakers for the surround speakers.

Front speakers

Center speaker

Surround speakers

Monitor

Subwoofer

60°

60°

Surround back speakers

[ As seen from above ]

Surround speaker Surround back speaker

Front speaker

2 to 3 feet

Point slightly downwards

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Setting for primarily watching movies using diffusion type speakers for the surround speakers

For the greatest sense of surround sound envelopment, diffuse radiation speakers such as bipolar types, or dipolar types, provide a wider dispersion than is possible to obtain from a direct radiating speaker (monopolar). Place these speakers at either side of the prime listening position, mounted above ear level.

Path of the surround sound from the speakers to the listening position

Surround speakers

60°

Surround back speakers


[ As seen from the side ]

• Set the front speakers with their front surfaces as flush with the TV or monitor screen as possible. Set the center speaker between the front left and right speakers and no further from the listening position than the front speakers.

• Consult the owner’s manual for your subwoofer for advice on placing the subwoofer within the listening room.

• If the surround speakers are direct-radiating (monopolar), then place them slightly behind and at an angle to the listening position and parallel to the walls at a position 2 to 3 feet above ear level at the prime listening position.

• When using two surround back speakers, place them at the back facing the front at a narrower distance than the front left and right speakers. When using one surround back speaker, place it at the rear center facing the front at a slightly higher position 0 to 0.7 feet than the surround speakers.

• We recommend installing the surround back speaker(s) at a slightly downward facing angle. This effectively prevents the surround back channel signals from reflecting off the monitor or screen at the front center, resulting in interference and making the sense of movement from the front to the back less sharp.

Surround speaker

Front speaker

2 to 3 feet

Surround back speaker

Point slightly downwards


• Set the front speakers, center speaker and subwoofer in the same positions as in example (1).

• It is best to place the surround speakers directly at the side or slightly to the front of the viewing position, and 2 to 3 feet above the ears.

• Same as surround back speaker installation method (1). Using dipolar speakers for the surround back speakers as well is more effective.

• The signals from the surround channels reflect off the walls as shown in the diagram above, creating an enveloping and realistic surround sound presentation.

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[2] When not using surround back speakers

Front speakers

Center speaker

Monitor

Subwoofer

60°

120°

Surround speakers


Front speaker

Surround speaker

2 to 3 feet


• Set the front speakers with their front surfaces as flush with the TV or monitor screen as possible. Set the center speaker between the front left and right speakers and no further from the listening position than the front speakers.

• Consult the owner’s manual for your subwoofer for advice on placing the subwoofer within the listening room.

• If the surround speakers are direct-radiating (monopolar), then place them slightly behind and at an angle to the listening position and parallel to the walls at a position 2 to 3 feet above ear level at the prime listening position.

Surround

The AVR-1906 is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the same sense of presence as in a movie theater.

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Dolby Digital compatible media and playback methods

Symbol indicating Dolby Digital compatibility:

The following are general examples. Also refer to the player’s operating instructions.

[1] Dolby Surround

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Dolby Digital

Dolby Digital is the multi-channel digital signal format developed by Dolby Laboratories.

Dolby Digital consists of up to “5.1” channels – front left, front right, center, surround left, surround right, and an additional channel exclusively reserved for additional deep bass sound effects (the Low Frequency Effects –LFE– channel, also called the “.1” channel, containing bass frequencies of up to 120 Hz).

Unlike the analog Dolby Pro Logic format, Dolby Digital’s main channels can all contain full range sound information, from the lowest bass, up to the highest frequencies – 22 kHz. The signals within each channel are distinct from the others, allowing pinpoint sound imaging, and Dolby Digital offers tremendous dynamic range from the most powerful sound effects to the quietest, softest sounds, free from noise and distortion.

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Dolby Digital and Dolby Pro Logic

Comparison of home surround systems

No. of recorded channels (elements)

No. of playback channels

Playback channels

(max.)

Audio processing

High frequency playback limit of surround channel

Dolby Digital

5.1 ch

5.1 ch

L, R, C, SL, SR, SW

L, R, C, S

(SW – recommended)

Digital discrete processing Dolby

Digital encoding / decoding

Analog matrix processing Dolby

Surround

20 kHz

Dolby Pro Logic

2 ch

4 ch

7 kHz

Media

Dolby Digital output terminals

Playback method

(reference page)

LD (VDP)

DVD

Others

(satellite broadcasts,

CATV, etc.)

Coaxial Dolby Digital

RF output terminal

1

Set the input mode to

“AUTO”

( page 19, 20).

Optical or coaxial digital output

(same as for PCM)

2


(

“AUTO” page 19, 20).


(same as for PCM)


(

“AUTO” page 19, 20).

1: Please use a commercially available adapter when connecting the Dolby Digital RF output terminal of the LD player to the digital input terminal.

Please refer to the instruction manual of the adapter when making connection.

2: Some DVD digital outputs have the function of switching the Dolby Digital signal output method between “bit stream” and “(convert to) PCM”. When playing in Dolby

Digital surround on the AVR-1906, switch the DVD player’s output mode to “bit stream”. In some cases players are equipped with both “bit stream + PCM” and “PCM only” digital outputs. In this case connect the “bit stream +

PCM” terminals to the AVR-1906.

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Dolby Pro Logic

II

• Dolby Pro Logic II is a new multi-channel playback format developed by Dolby Laboratories using feedback logic steering technology and offering improvements over conventional Dolby

Pro Logic circuits.

• Dolby Pro Logic II can be used to decode not only sources recorded in Dolby Surround ( ) but also regular stereo sources into five channels (front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right) to achieve surround sound.

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• Whereas with conventional Dolby Pro Logic the surround channel playback frequency band was limited, Dolby Pro Logic

II offers a wider band range (20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater). In addition, the surround channels were monaural (the surround left and right channels were the same) with previous Dolby Pro

Logic, but with Dolby Pro Logic II they are played as stereo signals.

• Various parameters can be set according to the type of source

( and the contents, so it is possible to achieve optimum decoding page 57).

e

Dolby Pro Logic

II

x

Dolby Pro Logic II x furthers the matrix decoding technology of

Dolby Pro Logic II to decode audio signals recorded on two channels into up to 7.1 playback channels, including the surround back channel. Dolby Pro Logic II x also allows 5.1-channel sources to be played in up to 7.1 channels.

The mode can be selected according to the source. The Music mode is best suited for playing music, the Cinema mode for playing movies, and the Game mode for playing games. The

Game mode can only be used with 2-channel audio sources.

Sources recorded in Dolby Surround

• These are sources in which three or more channels of surround have been recorded as two channels of signals using Dolby

Surround encoding technology.

• Dolby Surround is used for the sound tracks of movies recorded on DVDs, LDs and video cassette tapes, as well as for stereo broadcast signals from FM radio, TV, satellite broadcasts and cable TV.

• Decoding these signals with Dolby Pro Logic II makes it possible to achieve multi-channel surround playback. The signals can also be played on ordinary stereo equipment, in which case they provide normal stereo sound.

• There are two types of DVD Dolby surround recording signals.

q 2-channel PCM stereo signals w 2-channel Dolby Digital signals

• When either of these signals is input to the AVR-1906, the surround mode is automatically set to Dolby Pro Logic II when the DOLBY/DTS SURROUND mode is selected.

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Sources recorded in Dolby Surround are indicated with the logo symbol shown below

Dolby Surround logo symbol:

[2] DTS Digital Surround

Digital Theater Surround (also called simply DTS) is a multichannel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater

Systems.

DTS offers the same “5.1” playback channels as Dolby Digital

(front left, front right, center, surround left and surround right) as well as the stereo 2-channel mode. The signals for the different channels are fully independent, eliminating the risk of deterioration of sound quality due to interference between signals, crosstalk, etc.

DTS features a relatively higher bit rate as compared to Dolby

Digital (1234 kbps for CDs and LDs, 1536 kbps for DVDs) so it operates with a relatively low compression rate. Because of this the amount of data is great, and when DTS playback is used in movie theaters, a separate CD-ROM synchronized with the film is played.

With LDs and DVDs, there is of course no need for an extra disc; the pictures and sound can be recorded simultaneously on the same disc, so the discs can be handled in the same way as discs with other formats.

There are also music CDs recorded in DTS. These CDs include

5.1-channel surround signals (compared to two channels on current CDs). They do not include picture data, but they offer surround playback on CD players that are equipped with digital outputs (PCM type digital output required).

DTS surround track playback offers the same intricate, grand sound as in a movie theater, right in your own listening room.

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DTS compatible media and playback methods

Symbols indicating DTS compatibility: and

The following are general examples. Also refer to the player’s operating instructions.

MANUFACTURED UNDER LICENSE FROM DIGITAL

THEATER SYSTEMS, INC.

U.S. PAT. NO’S. 5,451,942; 5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762;

6,226,616; 6,487,535 AND OTHER U.S. AND WORLDWIDE

PATENTS ISSUED AND PENDING.

“DTS”, “DTS–ES”, “Neo:6”, AND “DTS 96/24” ARE

TRADEMARKS OF DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. ©

1996, 2003 DIGITAL THEATER SYSTEMS, INC. ALL RIGHTS

RESERVED.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.


Media

CD

LD (VDP)

DVD

Dolby Digital output terminals


(same as for PCM)

2


(same as for PCM)

2


(same as for PCM)

3

Playback method

(reference page)


“AUTO” or “DTS”

( page 19, 20).

Never set the mode to

“ANALOG” or “PCM”.

1


(

“AUTO” or “DTS” page 19, 20).

Never set the mode to

“ANALOG” or “PCM”.

1


(

“AUTO” or “DTS” page 19, 20).

1: DTS signals are recorded in the same way on CDs and LDs as PCM signals. Because of this, the un-decoded DTS signals are output as random “hissing” noise from the CD or LD player’s analog outputs. If this noise is played with the amplifier set at a very high volume, it may possibly cause damage to the speakers. To avoid this, be sure to switch the input mode to “AUTO” or “DTS” before playing

CDs or LDs recorded in DTS. Also, never switch the input mode to “ANALOG” or “PCM” during playback. The same holds true when playing CDs or LDs on a DVD player or

LD/DVD compatible player. For DVDs, the DTS signals are recorded in a special way so this problem does not occur.

2: The signals provided at the digital outputs of a CD or LD player may undergo some sort of internal signal processing

(output level adjustment, sampling frequency conversion, etc.). In this case the DTS-encoded signals may be processed erroneously, in which case they cannot be decoded by the AVR-1906, or may only produce noise.

Before playing DTS signals for the first time, turn down the master volume to a low level, start playing the DTS disc,

( then check whether the DTS indicator on the AVR-1906 page 23) lights before turning up the master volume.

3: A DVD player with DTS-compatible digital output is required to play DTS DVDs. A DTS Digital Output logo is featured on the front panel of compatible DVD players. Recent DENON

DVD player models feature DTS-compatible digital output – consult the player’s owner’s manual for information on configuring the digital output for DTS playback of DTSencoded DVDs.

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[3] DTS-ES Extended Surround™

DTS-ES Extended Surround is a new multi-channel digital signal format developed by Digital Theater Systems Inc. While offering high compatibility with the conventional DTS Digital Surround format, DTS-ES Extended Surround greatly improves the 360degree surround impression and space expression thanks to further expanded surround signals. This format has been used professionally in movie theaters since 1999.

In addition to the 5.1 surround channels (FL, FR, C, SL, SR and

LFE), DTS-ES Extended Surround also offers the SB (Surround

Back, sometimes also referred to as “surround center”) channel for surround playback with a total of 6.1 channels. DTS-ES

Extended Surround includes two signal formats with different surround signal recording methods, as described below.

When DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 or Matrix 6.1 encoded sources are decoded with a DTS-ES decoder, the format is automatically detected upon decoding and the optimum playing mode is selected. However, some Matrix 6.1 sources may be detected as having a 5.1-channel format, so the DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 mode must be set manually to play these sources. (For instructions on selecting the surround mode ( page 23).)

The DTS-ES decoder includes another function, the DTS Neo:6 surround mode for 6.1-channel playback of digital PCM and analog signal sources.

2

DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1

DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 is the newest recording format. With it, all

6.1 channels (including the SB channel) are recorded independently using a digital discrete system. The main feature of this format is that because the SL, SR and SB channels are fully independent, the sound can be designed with total freedom and it is possible to achieve a sense that the acoustic images are moving about freely among the background sounds surrounding the listener from 360 degrees.

Though maximum performance is achieved when sound tracks recorded with this system are played using a DTS-ES decoder, when played with a conventional DTS decoder the SB channel signals are automatically down-mixed to the SL and SR channels, so none of the signal components are lost.

2

DTS Neo:6™ surround

This mode applies conventional 2-channel signals to the high precision digital matrix decoder used for DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 to achieve 6.1-channel surround playback. High precision input signal detection and matrix processing enable full band reproduction (frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater) for all 6.1 channels, and separation between the different channels is improved to the same level as that of a digital discrete system.

DTS Neo:6 surround includes two modes for selecting the optimum decoding for the signal source.

• DTS Neo:6 Cinema

This mode is optimum for playing movies. Decoding is performed with emphasis on separation performance to achieve the same atmosphere with 2-channel sources as with

6.1-channel sources.

This mode is effective for playing sources recorded in conventional surround formats as well, because the in-phase component is assigned mainly to the center channel (C) and the reversed phase component to the surround (SL, SR and SB) channels.

2

DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1

With this format, the additional SB channel signals undergo matrix encoding and are input to the SL and SR channels beforehand. Upon playback they are decoded to the SL, SR and

SB channels. The performance of the encoder used at the time of recording can be fully matched using a high precision digital matrix decoder developed by DTS, thereby achieving surround sound more faithful to the producer’s sound design aims than with conventional 5.1- or 6.1-channel systems.

In addition, the bit stream format is 100% compatible with conventional DTS signals, so the effect of the Matrix 6.1 format can be achieved even with 5.1-channel signal sources. Of course it is also possible to play DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 encoded sources with a DTS 5.1-channel decoder.

• DTS Neo:6 Music

This mode is suited mainly for playing music. Changes in the sound quality are reduced by decoding with emphasis on the front channel signals (FL and FR), and a natural sense of expansion is given to the sound field by the effect of the surround signals output from the center (C) and surround (SL,

SR and SB) channels.

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[4] DTS 96/24

The sampling frequency, number of bits and number of channels used for recording of music, etc., in studios have been increasing in recent years, and there are a growing number of high quality signal sources, including 96 kHz/24-bit 5.1-channel sources.

For example, there are high picture/sound quality DVD video sources with 96 kHz/24-bit stereo PCM audio tracks.

However, because the data rate for these audio tracks is extremely high, there are limits to recording them on two channels only, and since the quality of the pictures must be restricted it is common to only include still pictures.

In addition, 96 kHz/24-bit 5.1-channel surround is possible with

DVD audio sources, but DVD audio players are required to play them with this high quality.

DTS 96/24 is a multi-channel digital signal format developed by

Digital Theater Systems Inc. in order to deal with this situation.

Conventional surround formats used sampling frequencies of 48 or 44.1 kHz, so 20 kHz was about the maximum playback signal frequency. With DTS 96/24, the sampling frequency is increased to 96 or 88.2 kHz to achieve a wide frequency range of over 40 kHz.

In addition, DTS 96/24 has a resolution of 24-bits, resulting in the same frequency band and dynamic range as 96 kHz/24-bit PCM.

As with conventional DTS Surround, DTS 96/24 is compatible with a maximum of 5.1 channels, so sources recorded using DTS

96/24 can be played in high sampling frequency, multiple channel audio with such normal media as DVD videos and CDs.

Thus, with DTS 96/24, the same 96 kHz/24-bit multi-channel surround sound as with DVD-Audio can be achieved while viewing DVD-Video images on a conventional DVD-Video player

( 1). Furthermore, with DTS 96/24 compatible CDs, 88.2

kHz/24-bit multi-channel surround can be achieved using normal

CD/LD players ( 1).

Even with the high quality multi-channel signals, the recording time is the same as with conventional DTS surround sources.

What’s more, DTS 96/24 is fully compatible with the conventional

DTS surround format, so DTS 96/24 signal sources can be played with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz or 44.1 kHz on conventional

DTS or DTS-ES surround decoders ( 2).

1 A DVD player with DTS digital output capabilities (for CD/LD players, a player with digital outputs for conventional DTS

CDs/LDs) and a disc recorded in DTS 96/24 are required.

2 The resolution is 24 or 20 bits, depending on the decoder.

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Surround modes and parameters

Mode

DIRECT

STEREO

EXTERNAL INPUT

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II x

DTS NEO:6

DOLBY DIGITAL

DTS SURROUND

5CH/7CH STEREO

ROCK ARENA

JAZZ CLUB

VIDEO GAME

MONO MOVIE

MATRIX

VIRTUAL


Signals and adjustability in the different modes

Channel output

FRONT L/R CENTER SURROUND L/R

SURROUND

BACK L/R

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

E

E

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

E

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

E

B

B

B

B

B

E

E

C : Signal / Adjustable

E : No signal

B : Turned on or off by speaker configuration setting

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

E

B

B

E

E

E

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

B

SUBWOOFER

When playing

Dolby Digital signals

When playing

DTS signals

C

C

E

C *

C *

C *

C

E

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C : Able

E : Unable

* : Only for 2 ch contents

C

C

E

C *

C *

C *

E

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

When playing Dolby Digital and

DTS signals

When playing

PCM signals

When playing

ANALOG signals

C

C

E

E

C

C

C

E

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

E

E

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

D. COMP.

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

E

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C : Able

E : Unable

LFE

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

E

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

Mode

DIRECT

STEREO

EXTERNAL INPUT

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II

DOLBY PRO LOGIC II x

DTS NEO:6

DOLBY DIGITAL

DTS SURROUND

5CH/7CH STEREO

ROCK ARENA

JAZZ CLUB

VIDEO GAME

MONO MOVIE

MATRIX

VIRTUAL

SB CH OUT

(MODE)

C

C

C

C

E

E

E

C

C

C

C

C

C

C

E

TONE

CONTROL

E

C (0 dB)

E

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

C (0 dB)

E

C : Adjustable

E : Not adjustable

CINEMA EQ.

E

E

E

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

MODE

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

C

C

E

E

E

C

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

C (Medium)

C (Medium)

C (Medium)

C (Medium)

E

E

ROOM SIZE

Signals and adjustability in the different modes

Surround parameter

PRO LOGIC II / II x only

EFFECT

LEVEL

DELAY TIME

SUBWOOFER

ON/OFF

PANORAMA DIMENSION

CENTER

WIDTH

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

C (10)

C (10)

C (10)

C (10)

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

C (30 msec)

E

C (OFF)

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

C (OFF)

C (OFF)

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

C (3)

C (3)

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

C (3)

C (3)

E

E

E

E

E

NEO:6 MUSIC

CENTER

IMAGE

E

E

E

E

E

C (0.3)

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

EXT. IN

SW ATT

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

E

C

E

E

E

E

E

E

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Specifications

2

Audio section

• Power amplifier

Rated output:

Output terminals:

Front:

Center:

85 W +85 W

(8

Ω

/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08% T.H.D.)

120 W + 120 W

(6

Ω

/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7% T.H.D.)

85 W

(8

Ω


Surround:

120 W

(6

Ω


85 W + 85 W

(8

Ω


120 W + 120 W

(6

Ω


Surround Back: 85 W + 85 W

(8

Ω


Front:

120 W + 120 W

(6

Ω


A or B

A + B

1 6 ~ 16

Ω

/ohms

12 ~ 16

Ω

/ohms

Center, Surround, Surr.Back: 1 6 ~ 16

Ω

/ohms

• Analog

Input sensitivity / input impedance:

Frequency response:

S/N:

Distortion:

Rated output:

200 mV / 47 k

Ω

/kohms

10 Hz ~ 100 kHz: +1, –3 dB (DIRECT mode)

98 dB (IHF-A weighted) (DIRECT mode)

0.008% (20 Hz ~ 20 kHz) (DIRECT mode)

1.2 V

2

Video section

• Standard video terminals

Input / output level and impedance:


• S-Video terminals

1 Vp-p, 75

Ω

/ohms

5 Hz ~ 10 MHz — +1, –3 dB



Y (brightness) signal — 1 Vp-p, 75

Ω

/ohms

C (color) signal — 0.286 Vp-p, 75

Ω

/ohms

5 Hz ~ 10 MHz — +1, –3 dB

• Color component video terminal



Y (brightness) signal — 1 Vp-p, 75

Ω

/ohms

P

B

/C

B

(blue) signal — 0.7 Vp-p, 75

Ω

/ohms

P

R

/C

R

(red) signal — 0.7 Vp-p, 75

Ω

/ohms

DC ~ 100 MHz — 0, –3 dB

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Specifications

2

Tuner section

[FM] (note: µV at 75

Ω

/ohms, [AM]

Receiving Range:

Usable Sensitivity:

50 dB Quieting

Sensitivity:

0 dBf=1 x 10 –15 W)

87.50 MHz ~ 107.90 MHz

1.0 µV (11.2 dBf)

S/N (IHF-A):

MONO 1.6 µV (15.3 dBf)

STEREO 23 µV (38.5 dBf)

MONO 77 dB (IHF-A weighted)

STEREO 72 dB (IHF-A weighted)

Total Harmonic Distortion

(at 1 kHz): MONO 0.15 % (1 kHz)

STEREO 0.3 % (1 kHz)

520 kHz ~ 1710 kHz

18 µV

2

General

Power supply:

Power consumption:

Maximum external dimensions:

Mass:

AC 120 V, 60 Hz

5.1 A

434 (W) x 147 (H) x 417 (D) mm

(17-3/32” x 5-25/32” x 16-27/64”)

11.7 (25 lbs 13 oz) kg

2

Remote control unit (RC-978)

Batteries: R6P/AA Type (two batteries)

External dimensions:

Mass:

55 (W) x 225 (H) x 34.5 (D) mm

(2-11/64” x 8-55/64” x 1-9/64”)

165 g (Approx. 5.8 oz) (including batteries)

* For purposes of improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.

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VCR

Admiral

Aiko

Aiwa

Akai

Alba

Amstrad

ASA

Asha

2

List of preset codes / Liste de codes préréglés

DVD

Denon

Aiwa

Hitachi

JVC

Konka

Magnavox

Mitsubishi

Panasonic

Philips

Pioneer

Sanyo

Sony

Toshiba

Zenith

014, *[111]

009

010

006, 011

012, 013

005

004

014

005, 015, 016, 017

003, 008

018

002, 019, 020

001, 021, 022

023

VDP

Denon

Magnavox

Mitsubishi

Panasonic

Philips

Pioneer

RCA

Sony

028, 029, 112

026

028

029, 030

026

028, 031

032

033, 034, 035, 036

Audio Dynamic

Audiovox

Beaumark

Broksonic

Calix

Candle

Canon

Capehart

Carver

CCE

Citizen

Craig

Curtis Mathes

Cybernex

Daewoo

Daytron

DBX

Dumont

Dynatech

Electrohome

Electrophonic

Emerson

Fisher

GE

081

095

009

026, 027, 070, 072, 082, 083, 084

055

009

042

087

Go Video

Goldstar

Gradiente

Grundig

Harley Davidson

Harman Kardon

Hi-Q

Hitachi

005, 085

088

087

086, 093

088

006, 087, 088, 089, 090

049, 057

025, 055, 056, 071

015

095

006, 007, 087, 088, 089, 090, 095

007, 087, 088, 091, 115

006, 049, 073, 080, 087, 090, 092

087

025, 055, 059, 074, 089, 093, 095, 096

025, 055

005, 085

053

009

001, 088, 097

088

001, 009, 017, 027, 086, 088, 089, 092,

093, 097, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 117

009, 028, 031, 053, 054, 091, 099, 115

007, 011, 049, 050, 051, 052, 073, 080,

087

047, 048

000, 006, 012, 062, 088

094

042

094

040, 062

091

009, 013, 023, 026, 058, *[108], 109,

110, 111

JC Penny

Jensen

JVC

Kenwood

Kodak

Lloyd

LXI

Magnavox

Magnin

Marantz

Marta

MEI

Memorex

Metz

MGA

MGN Technology

Midland

Minolta

Mitsubishi

Motorola

Montgomery Ward

MTC

Multitech

NAD

NEC

Nikko

Noblex

Optimus

004, 005, 007, 023, 028, 049, 062, 085,

087, 088

013, 026

004, 005, 006, 026, 029, 043, 044, 045,

046, 085

004, 005, 006, 026, 029, 033, 045, 085,

090

088

009, 094

088

015, 016, 042, 049, 063, 106

087

004, 005, 006, 015, 042, 049, 085, 090

088

049

009, 033, 049, 053, 060, 081, 087, 088,

091, 094, 115

123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128

001, 017, 027, 041, 097

087

011

013, 023

001, 003, 008, 013, 014, 017, 027, 029,

039, 040, 041, 045, 097

081

001, 002, 007, 009, 049, 063, 081, 115,

117

009, 087, 094

007, 009, 011, 087, 090, 094

038

004, 005, 006, 018, 026, 029, 045, 061,

062, 085

088

087

081, 088

Optonica

Panasonic

Perdio

Pentax

Philco

Philips

Pilot

Pioneer

Portland

Proscan

Pulsar

Quartz

Quasar

Radio Shack

Radix

Randex

RCA

Realistic

Ricoh

Salora

Samsung

Sanky

Sansui

Sanyo

SBR

Scott

Sears

Sentra

Sharp

Shogun

Sony

STS

021

024, 049, 064, 066, 067, 068, 069, 107

009

009, 013, 023, 058, 090

015, 016, 049

015, 021, 042, 049, 105

088

005, 013, 029, 036, 037, 038, 045, 085

025, 055, 090

063, 080

060

033

034, 035, 049

001, 002, 021, 081, 087, 088, 091, 094,

097, 098, 115

088

088

007, 013, 019, 023, 058, 063, 064, 065,

073, 080, 082, 087

009, 021, 031, 033, 049, 053, 081, 087,

088, 091, 094, 097, 098

055

033, 041

007, 011, 051, 059, 070, 083, 087, 089,

113

081

005, 026, 029, 045, 061, 085, 114

032, 033, 053, 087, 091, 115, 116

042

017, 020, 086, 089, 093, 117

013, 023, 028, 031, 033, 053, 054, 088,

091, 098, 099, 115

055

001, 002, 021, 097

087

075, 076, 077, 078, 079, 121, 122

023

TV

Admiral

Adventura

Aiko

Akai

Alleron

A-Mark

Amtron

Anam

Anam National

AOC

Archer

Audiovox

Sylvania

Symphonic

Tandy

Tashiko

Tatung

Teac

Technics

Teknika

TMK

Toshiba

Totevision

Unirech

Vecrtor Research

Victor

Video Concepts

Videosonic

Wards

XR-1000

Yamaha

Zenith

009, 015, 016, 017, 041, 049, 094

009, 094

009

009, 088

004, 026, 030

004, 009, 026, 094

024, 049

009, 010, 022, 049, 088, 094

087, 092

013, 017, 020, 041, 059, 089, 098, 099,

117

007, 087, 088

087

005, 062, 085, 089, 090

005, 045, 046, 085

005, 027, 085, 089, 090

007, 087

013, 021, 023, 087, 088, 089, 091, 094,

097, 118, 119, 120

094

004, 005, 006, 026, 062, 085

060, 078, 079

045, 121

122

054

016, 027, 046

062

007

061

006, 007, 036

061, 147

003, 007, 033, 038, 039, 047, 048, 049,

133

007

007, 061

Bauer

Belcor

Bell & Howell

Bradford

Brockwood

Candle

Capehart

Celebrity

Circuit City

Citizen

Concerto

Colortyme

Contec

Cony

Craig

Crown

Curtis Mathes

Daewoo

Daytron

Dimensia

Dixi

Electroband

Electrohome

Elta

Emerson

Envision

Etron

Fisher

Formenti

Fortress

Fujitsu

Funai


155

047

045, 118

061

003, 047

003, 030, 031, 032, 038, 047, 049, 050,

122

003

046

003

029, 030, 031, 032, 034, 038, 047, 049,

050, 054, 061, 095, 122, 123

031, 047, 049

003, 047, 049, 135

013, 051, 052, 061

051, 052, 061

004, 061

029

029, 034, 038, 044, 047, 049, 053, 095,

118

027, 029, 039, 048, 049, 054, 055, 106,

107, 137

003, 049

044

007, 015, 027

046

029, 056, 057, 058, 147

027

029, 051, 059, 060, 061, 062, 118, 123,

124, 139, 148

038

027

014, 021, 063, 064, 065, 118

155

012

004, 062

004, 062


Futuretech

GE

Goldstar

Grundy

Hitachi

Hitachi Pay TV

Infinity

Janeil

JBL

JC Penny

JCB

JVC

Kawasho

Kenwood

Kloss

Kloss Novabeam

KTV

Loewe

Logik

Luxman

LXI

Magnavox

Marantz

Matsui

Memorex

Metz

MGA

Midland

004

020, 036, 037, 040, 044, 058, 066, 088,

119, 120, 125, 147

000, 015, 029, 031, 039, 048, 051, 056,

057, 067, 068, 069, 116

062

029, 031, 051, 052, 070, 111, 112, 113,

124, *[134]

151

017, 071

122

017, 071

020, 034, 039, 040, 041, 044, 048, 050,

058, 066, 069, 076, 088, 090, 095, 125,

136, 159

046

019, 051, 052, 072, 073, 091, 117, 126

018, 046

038, 056, 057

010, 032

005, 122, 127, 131

074, 123

071

144

031

008, 014, 017, 024, 040, 044, 063, 071,

075, 076, 077, 118, 125

005, 010, 017, 030, 033, 038, 050, 056,

071, 078, 079, 085, 089, 108, 109, 110,

127, 131, 132, 145

015, 017, 071, 080

027

014, 027, 045, 083, 118, 144

160, 161, 162, 163

001, 039, 048, 056, 057, 058, 065, 081,

083

125

Minutz

Mitsubishi

Montgomery Ward

Motorola

MTC

NAD

National

National Quenties

NEC

Nikko

NTC

Optimus

Optonica

Orion

Panasonic

Philco

Philips

Pioneer

Portland

Price Club

Proscan

Proton

Pulsar

Quasar

Radio Shack

RCA

Realistic

Saisho

Samsung

Sansui

Sanyo

066

001, 016, 039, 048, 056, 057, 058, 065,

081, 082, 083, 105

011, 020, 144, 145, 146

121, 147

031, 034, 039, 048, 095

008, 075, 076, 128

002, 036, 061, 147

002

031, 038, 039, 048, 057, 084, 086, 135,

147

054

054

128

011, 012, 093, 121

004, 139

002, 009, 017, 036, 037, 071, 141, 143,

147

005, 010, 030, 050, 051, 056, 079, 085,

127, 131, 132, 145, 147

005, 015, 017, 050, 051, 056, 078, 087,

088, 089, 131, 132, 147

124, 128, 142

054

095

040, 044, 125

035, 051, 092, 129

042

036, 037, 074, 141

011, 044, 063, 093, 118

040, 044, 125, 130, 137, 151, 152

014, 063, 093, 118

027

003, 015, 034, 053, 055, 057, 094, 095,

136, 153

139

013, 014, 021, 022, 063, 064, 081, 096

SBR

Schneider

Scott

Sears

Sharp

Siemens

Signature

Simpson

Sony

Soundesign

Spectricon

Squareview

Supre-Macy

Supreme

Sylvania

Symphonic

Tandy

Tatung

Technics

Teknika

Tera

Toshiba

Universal

Victor

Video Concepts

Viking

Wards

Zenith

Zonda

015

015

062

008, 014, 021, 022, 023, 024, 025, 040,

052, 057, 062, 063, 064, 065, 073, 075,

076, 097, 098, 125, 159

011, 012, 013, 026, 093, 099, 100, 104,

121

013

045, 144

050

043, 046, 138, 146, 150

030, 050, 062

007, 033

004

032, 122

046

005, 010, 017, 030, 078, 079, 085, 089,

101, 127, 131, 132, 145, 155

004, 148

012, 121

036, 124

037

001, 030, 032, 034, 052, 054, 078, 083,

095, 144, 156, 157

035, 129

008, 014, 034, 063, 075, 076, 095, 097,

136, 158, 159

020, 066, 088

019, 073, 126

016

032, 122

005, 045, 066, 078, 085, 088, 089, 093,

102, 103, 131, 132, 148

042, 114, 115, 140, 144, 149

007

CABLE

ABC

Archer

Century

Citizen

Colour Voice

Comtronic

Eastern

Garrard

Gemini

General Instrument

Hytex

Jasco

Jerrold

Magnavox

Movie Time

NSC

Signal

SL Marx

Starcom

Stargate

Teleview

Tocom

TV86

Unika

Oak

Panasonic

Philips

Pioneer

RCA

Regency

Samsung

Scientific Atlanta

United Artists

Universal

Viewstar

Zenith

006, *[007], 008, 009

010, 011

011

011

012, 013

014

015

011

030, 033, 034

030, 031, 032

006

011

009, 016, 017, 026, 032

018

019

019

014

014

009

014

014

007, 016

019

011

000, 006, 020

001, 005

011, 012, 013, 018, 021

002, 003, 022

029

015

014, 023

004, 024, 025

006

010, 011

018, 019

027, 028

DBS (SATELLITE)

Alphastar 054

Chaparral

Dishnet

Drake

Echostar Dish

035, 036

053

037, 038

062, 066

GE 048, 055, 056

General Instruments 039, 040, 041

Grundig

Hitachi

070, 071, 072, 073

058, 059

Hughes Network

JVC

Kathrein

Magnavox

063, 064, 065, 069

057

074, 075, 076, 083

060

Nokia

Philips

Primestar

Proscan

RCA

Realistic

Sierra I

Sierra II

070, 080, 084, 085, 086

060

051

048, 055, 056

048, 055, 056, 068

042

036

036

Sierra III

Sony

STS1

STS2

STS3

SRS4

Technisat

Toshiba

036

049, 067

043

044

045

046

077, 078, 079, 081, 082

047, 050

Uniden 061

CD

Denon

Aiwa

Burmster

Carver

*[111]

001, 035, 043

002

003, 035


CDR

Denon

Philips

MD

Denon

Kenwood

Onkyo

Sharp

Sony

Emerson

Fisher

JVC

Kenwood

Magnavox

Marantz

MCS

Onkyo

Optimus

Philips

Pioneer

Sears

Sony

Teac

Technics

Wards

Yamaha

Zenith

TAPE

Denon

Aiwa

Carver

Harman/Kardon

JVC

Kenwood

004, 005, 006, 007

003, 008, 009, 010

018, 019

011, 012, 013, 014, 017

006, 015, 035

016, 028, 035

016, 024

025, 027

017, 020, 021, 022, 023

014, 032, 033, 035

006, 022, 030

006

023, 031

002, 009, 028

016, 029, 036

035, 037

038, 039, 040, 041

042

*[111], 112

112

113

003, 004

007

005

006

*[111]

001, 002

002

002, 003

004, 005

006


Magnavox

Marantz

Onkyo

Optimus

Panasonic

Philips

Pioneer

Sony

Technics

Victor

Wards

Yamaha

002

002

016, 018

007, 008

012

002

007, 008, 009

013, 014, 015

012

004

007

010, 011

*[ ] : Preset codes set upon shipment from the factory.

*[ ] : Les codes préréglés diffèrent en fonctiom des livraison de l’usine.

DVD preset codes

Codes préréglés DVD

B

Model No.

Modéle numéro

111

DVD-555

DVD-755

DVD-900

DVD-910

DVD-955

DVD-1000

DVD-1200

DVD-1500

DVD-1710

DVD-1910

DVD-2200

DVD-2800

DVD-2800 II

DVD-2900

DVD-2910

DVD-3800

DVD-3910

DVD-5900

DVD-5910

DVD-9000

DVM-715

DVM-1800

DVM-1805

DVM-1815

DVM-2815

DVM-4800

014

DVD-800

DVD-1600

DVD-2000

DVD-2500

DVD-3000

DVD-3300

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DVD Receiver

Digital Surround Decoder

Pre-Amplifier, Digital Pre-Amplifier

Power-Amplifier, Head Amplifier

ADV

AVD

PRA. AVP, DAP. POA. HA

Tuner, Integrated Amplifier TU, PMA

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Tape Recorder, CD Recorder, MD Recorder

DCD, DCM, DP, DA. DVD, DVM

DRM, DRR, DRS, DRW, CDR, CDRW, DMD

1

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D-(UPA, UTU, UDCM, UDR, USC, USR, UCD, UDRA)

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Speaker

I 1 I Autolift I Manual

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Microphone DM-S

Cartridge

Remote Controller

DL

RC

Headphone AH-D

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90 DAYS

90

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What We Will Pay For

If during the applicable warranty period from the date of original consumer purchase your DENON product is found to be defective by DENON, DENON will ' repair, or at its option, replace with new, used or equivalent model, such defective product without charge for parts or labor.

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You are responsible for transporting your unit or arranging for its transportation.

If shipment of your unit is required;

You must pay the initial shipping charges, but we will pay the return shipping charges if the repairs are covered by the Warranty.

WHEN RETURNING YOUR UNIT FOR WARRANTY SERVICE, A COPY OF THE ORIGINAL SALES SLIP MUST BE ATTACHED. d. You should include the following: your name, address, daytime telephone number, model and serial number of the product and a description of the problem. In the case of a CD or DVD Player, please enclose ONE (1) disc that the unit has failed with for test reasons. It will be returned with the unit. f

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INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, but you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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19C Chapin Road, Suite 205

Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9385

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DENON AVR-1906 AV receiver Operating Instructions

Assistant Bot

AV SURROUND RECEIVER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MODE D’EMPLOI

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION:

WARNING:

FCC INFORMATION (For US customers)

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2 System setup menu / Menu de configuration système

Getting Started

Contents

Accessories

Cautions on installation

Before using

Cautions on handling

Preparing the remote control unit

Inserting the batteries

Part names and functions

Front panel

Operating range of the remote control unit

Remote control unit

Easy Setup and Operation

Easy setup flow

Auto setup flow

Speaker system layout

Basic system layout

Speaker connections

Speaker impedance

Note on speaker impedance

Protector circuit

Connections

Bi-Amp connections

Connecting a DVD player and monitor TV

POWER SPEAKER A

ON/STANDBY SETUP MIC

Auto Setup

Measurement and setting details

Connecting a microphone

Connect the microphone for Auto Setup to the

SETUP MIC

jack on the front panel of the unit.

Place the microphone for Auto Setup at the actual listening position which will be at the same height as your ears.

Turning on the power

Starting Auto Setup

or

button to select “Auto

Setup”, then press the

ENTER

button.

About automatic retry

About error messages

Check of the measurement results

Connecting Other Sources

Cable indications

Playing a DVD with surround sound

The video conversion function

On-screen display signals

Connecting a TV/DBS tuner

Connecting the external inputs (EXT. IN) terminals

Connecting a video camera or video game

Connecting a CD player

Connecting a VCR

Connecting a tape deck

Connecting a CD recorder or MD recorder

Connecting the antenna terminals

AM loop antenna assembly

Connecting the MULTI ZONE terminals

ZONE2 out connections

ZONE2 speaker out connections

Connecting the pre-out terminals

Connecting the power supply cord

Basic Operation

Playback

Playback using the external input (EXT. IN) terminals

INPUT MODE