AV SURROUND RECEIVER

AVR-1909
Owner’s Manual
Manuel de l’Utilisateur
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n SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read 13. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they
before the product is operated. are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
CAUTION 2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles,
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK retained for future reference. and the point where they exit from the product.
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the product and in the operating 15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable system is
DO NOT OPEN instructions should be adhered to. connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions should be followed. so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static
CAUTION: 5. Cleaning – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. 6. Attachments – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size
manufacturer as they may cause hazards. of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
7. Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water – for example, grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; Figure A.
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of or near a swimming pool; and the like. 16. Lightning – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm,
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure 8. Accessories – Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
shock to persons. adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the 17. Power Lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended product. Any mounting of the product should vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or
to alert the user to the presence of important operating follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature use a mounting accessory recommended by the antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such
accompanying the appliance. manufacturer. power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
9. A product and cart combination should be moved 18. Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
WARNING: with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart 19. Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this product
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. combination to overturn. through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
10. Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind
and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from on the product.
overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The 20. Servicing – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or
openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided 21. Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall outlet
or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to. and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
11. Power Sources – This product should be operated only from the type of conditions:
power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged,
of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product,
company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water,
sources, refer to the operating instructions. d) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
12. Grounding or Polarization – This product may be equipped with a polarized instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the restore the product to its normal operation,
plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way, and
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this
indicates a need for service.
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FCC INFORMATION (For US customers) n NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION

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 • Do not let foreign objects into the unit.
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a • Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans
residential installation. • Keep the unit free from moisture, water, l’appareil.
This product generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance and dust.
• Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau
with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
et la poussière.
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
• Avoid high temperatures.
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. installed in a rack.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Eviter des températures élevées.
• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur
• Consult the local retailer authorized to distribute this type of product or an experienced radio/TV technician for suffisante lors de l’installation sur une
help. étagère.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and

thinner come in contact with the unit.
• Unplug the power cord when not using the • Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides,
unit for long periods of time. du benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.
• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation
lorsque l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant
de longues périodes.

• Handle the power cord carefully.

Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
• Manipuler le cordon d’alimentation avec
précaution.
Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du * (For apparatuses with ventilation holes)
cordon. • Never disassemble or modify the unit in
any way.
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes. • Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil
• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération. d’une manière ou d’une autre.

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n Contents Option Setup··················································································35
Menu Operations a Amp Assign·············································································35
s Volume Control········································································35
Operations······················································································22
Getting Started d Source Delete··········································································36
Example of Display of Default Values·········································22
f On-Screen Display···································································36
Accessories······················································································2 Examples of On-screen Display and Front Display····················23
g Quick Select Name··································································36
Cautions on Handling······································································3 Menu Map······················································································24
h Remote ID Setup·····································································36
Cautions on Installation··································································3 j 2Way Remote··········································································36
About the Remote Control Unit·····················································3 k Display·····················································································37
Inserting the Batteries····································································3 Auto Setup l Setup Lock···············································································37
Operating Range of the Remote Control Unit·································3
Part Names and Functions·····························································4 Preparations···················································································25
Front Panel······················································································4 Auto Setup·····················································································26
a Start Menu···············································································26
Input Setup
Display····························································································5
Rear Panel·······················································································6 Error Messages·······································································28
Settings Related to Playing Input Sources·································39
Remote Control Unit·······································································7 s Parameter Check·····································································29
a Auto Preset··············································································39
s Preset Skip···············································································39
d Preset Name············································································39
Connections Manual Setup f Video························································································39
g Input Mode··············································································41
Preparations·····················································································8 Speaker Setup···············································································29 h Rename···················································································41
Cables Used for Connections·························································8 a Speaker Configuration·····························································29 j Source Level············································································41
Video Conversion Function·····························································9 s Subwoofer Setup·····································································30 k Assign······················································································42
About On-screen Displays due to Input Signals······························9 d Distance···················································································30 l iPod··························································································42
Speaker Connections···································································· 10 f Channel Level··········································································31 A0 Antenna Aiming·······································································43
Speaker Installation······································································· 10 g Crossover Frequency·······························································31 A1 Parental Lock···········································································43
Speaker Connections···································································· 10 h Front Speaker Setup································································31
Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors·························· 12 HDMI Setup····················································································32
Connecting the Monitor································································ 13 a Color Space··············································································32 Surround Modes
Connecting the Playback Components······································· 13 s RGB Range··············································································32
Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player ··················································· 13 d Auto Lipsync············································································32 q Standard Playback···································································44
CD Player······················································································ 14 f HDMI Audio Out······································································32 Surround Playback of 2-channel Sources···································44
iPod®· ··························································································· 14 g HDMI Control···········································································32 Playing Multi-channel Sources (Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.)···········45
TV/CABLE Tuner··········································································· 15 h Power Off Control····································································32 w DSP Simulation Playback························································45
Connecting the Recording Components····································· 15 Audio Setup···················································································33 e Direct Playback·········································································45
Video Cassette Recorder······························································ 15 a EXT. IN Subwoofer Level·························································33 r Stereo Playback········································································45
CD Recorder / MD Recorder / Tape Deck····································· 16 s 2ch Direct/Stereo·····································································33 Playback in the PURE DIRECT Mode·········································46
Connections to Other Devices······················································ 16 d Dolby Digital Setup··································································33
Video Camera / Game Console····················································· 16 f Auto Surround Mode·······························································33
g EQ Preset················································································34
Component with Multi-channel Output connectors······················ 17 Parameter
XM connector··············································································· 17 ZONE2 Setup·················································································34
SIRIUS connector·········································································· 18 a Level Lch·················································································34 Adjusting the parameters·····························································46
Antenna terminals · ······································································ 19 s Level Rch·················································································34 Surround Parameter······································································47
Multi-zone·····················································································20 d Volume Limit············································································35 Surround Parameter······································································47
External Controller········································································20 f Power On Level·······································································35 Tone······························································································49
Connecting the Power Cord·························································21 g Mute Level···············································································35 Audyssey Settings········································································49
Once Connections are Completed···············································21 RESTORER···················································································51
Night Mode···················································································51
Audio Delay···················································································51


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Getting Started
Information Remote Control Unit Operations
Getting Started
Status·····························································································52 Main Remote Control Unit (RC-1099)··········································65
a MAIN ZONE·············································································52 Operating DENON Audio Components·········································65
s ZONE2·····················································································52 Presetting······················································································65 Thank you for purchasing this DENON product. To ensure proper
Audio Input Signal·········································································52 Operating Preset Components·····················································65 operation, please read this owner’s manual carefully before using the
HDMI Information··········································································53

Connections
Punch Through Function·······························································68 product.
a HDMI Signal Information·························································53
Sub Remote Control Unit (RC-1107)············································68 After reading them, be sure to keep them for future reference.
s HDMI Monitor Information······················································53
Auto Surround Mode····································································53
Quick Select···················································································53
Preset Station················································································53 Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and
Accessories

Setup
Operations
Check that the following parts are supplied with the product.
Playback Multi-zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function··················69

Playback
Multi-zone Settings and Operations with Zone Output············71
Preparations···················································································54 Multi-zone Operations··································································72 q Owner’s manual....................................................................... 1
Turning the Power On···································································54 Turning the Power On and Off······················································72 w Getting Started......................................................................... 1
Selecting the Input Source····························································54

Remote Control
Selecting the Input Source····························································72 e Warranty (for North America model only)................................. 1
Operations During Playback··························································54 Adjusting the Volume····································································72
Playing Video and Audio Equipment···········································55 r Service station list.................................................................... 1
Turning off the Sound Temporarily···············································72 t Main remote control (RC-1099)................................................ 1
Basic Operation·············································································55
Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts··················································55 y R6/AA batteries (for RC-1099).................................................. 2
Basic Operation·············································································55 u Sub remote control (RC-1107).................................................. 1
Presetting Radio Stations (Preset Memory)··································55 Other Information· ························································ 73 i R03/AAA batteries (for RC-1107).............................................. 2

Multi-zone
Listening to Preset Stations··························································56 o FM indoor antenna................................................................... 1
Listening to XM Satellite Radio Programs··································56 Q0 AM loop antenna...................................................................... 1
Basic Operation·············································································56 Q1 Setup microphone
Checking the XM Signal Strength and Radio ID····························56 Troubleshooting······························································ 82 (DM-A409, Cord length: Approx. 25 ft / 7.6 m)........................ 1
Presetting Radio Channels (Preset Memory)································57

Information
Listening to Preset Channels························································57
Searching Categories····································································57 t u o
Listening to SIRIUS Satellite Radio Programs····························57 Specifications··································································· 86
Basic Operation·············································································58
Checking the SIRIUS Signal Strength and Radio ID······················58

Troubleshooting
Presetting Radio Channels (Preset Memory)································58
Listening to Preset Channels························································58 List of preset codes· ·························· End of this manual
Searching Categories····································································59 Q0 Q1
Parental Lock················································································59
iPod® Playback··············································································59
Basic Operation·············································································59
Listening to Music········································································60

Specifications
Viewing Still Pictures or Videos on the iPod·································60

Other Operations and Functions

Other Operations···········································································61
Recording on an External Equipment (REC OUT mode)···············61
Convenient Functions···································································62
HDMI Control Function·································································62
Channel Level···············································································63
Fader Function··············································································63
Quick Select Function···································································64
Personal Memory Plus Function···················································64
Last Function Memory··································································64
Backup Memory············································································64
Resetting the Microprocessor······················································64 
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NOTE
Cautions on Handling About the Remote Control Unit
Getting Started

• Replace the batteries with new ones if the set does not operate
• Before turning the power switch on In addition to the AVR-1909, the included main remote control unit even when the remote control unit is operated close to the unit.
Check once again that all connections are correct and that there are (RC-1099) can also be used to operate the equipment listed below. • The supplied batteries are only for verifying operation.
no problems with the connection cables. q DENON system components • When inserting the batteries, be sure to do so in the proper direction,
w Non-DENON system components following the “q” and “w” marks in the battery compartment.
• Power is supplied to some of the circuitry even when the unit is
Connections

• By setting the preset memory (vpage 65 ~ 67) • To prevent damage or leakage of battery fluid:
set to the standby mode. When traveling or leaving home for long
• Do not use a new battery together with an old one.
periods of time, be sure to unplug the power cord from the power
• Do not use two different types of batteries.
outlet.
• Do not attempt to charge dry batteries.
• About condensation Inserting the Batteries • Do not short-circuit, disassemble, heat or dispose of batteries in
Setup

If there is a major difference in temperature between the inside of flames.

the unit and the surroundings, condensation (dew) may form on q Lift the clasp and remove the rear cover. • If the battery fluid should leak, carefully wipe the fluid off the inside
the operating parts inside the unit, causing the unit not to operate of the battery compartment and insert new batteries.
(RC-1099) (RC-1107)
Playback

properly. • Remove the batteries from the remote control unit if it will not be in
If this happens, let the unit sit for an hour or two with the power use for long periods.
turned off and wait until there is little difference in temperature • When replacing the batteries, have the new batteries ready and
before using the unit. insert them as quickly as possible.
Remote Control

• Cautions on using mobile phones

Using a mobile phone near this unit may result in noise. If so, move
the mobile phone away from this unit when it is in use.
Operating Range of the Remote Control
• Moving the unit
Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the power Unit
w Load the two batteries properly as indicated by the marks in the
Multi-zone

outlet.
battery compartment. Point the remote control unit at the remote sensor when operating it.
Next, disconnect the connection cables to other system units before
moving the unit. (RC-1099) (RC-1107)
• Note that the illustrations in these instructions may differ from the R03/AAA
R6/AA
actual unit for explanation purposes.
Information

Cautions on Installation (RC-1107)

Troubleshooting

30°
Note: 30° or
For proper heat dispersal, do not install this unit in a confined
space, such as a bookcase or similar enclosure. e Put the rear cover back on.
Approx. 23 feet / 7 m
b Note
Specifications

(RC-1099)
b b
NOTE
The set may function improperly or the remote control unit may not
operate if the remote control sensor is exposed to direct sunlight,
b strong artificial light from an inverter type fluorescent lamp or infrared
light.
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Q4 Cursor buttons (ui)·································· (22) E2 DYNAMIC VOLUME button························ (50)
Part Names and Functions

Getting Started
Q5 MASTER VOLUME control knob················ (54) b About Dynamic Volume
Audyssey Dynamic Volume™ solves the problem
For buttons not explained here, see the page indicated in parentheses ( ). Q6 AUDYSSEY DYNAMIC VOLUME of large variations in volume level between
indicator······················································· (50)
television programs, commercials, and between
Q7 HD AUDIO indicator····································· (45) the soft and loud passages of movies.
Front Panel Audyssey Dynamic EQ™ is integrated into
Q8 Master volume indicator

Connections
Dynamic Volume so that as the playback volume
Q9 Display···························································· (5)
W3 W2 W1 W0 Q9 Q8 Q7 Q6 Q5 is adjusted automatically, the perceived bass
W0 Remote control sensor································· (3) response, tonal balance, surround impression,
W1 ZONE2/REC SELECT button······················· (72) and dialog clarity remain the same.
W2 SOURCE SELECT knob······························· (54) b About Dynamic EQ

Setup
Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of
W3 SOURCE button··········································· (54) deteriorating sound quality as volume is decreased
W4 STATUS button····································· (52, 56) by taking into account human perception and

Playback
W5 DIMMER button··········································· (37) room acoustics. Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in
tandem with Audyssey MultEQ® to provide well-
W4 W5 W6 W7 W8 W9 E0 E1 E2 E3 W6 RESTORER button······································· (51)
balanced sound for every listener at any volume
W7 BAND button··············································· (55)

Remote Control
level.
W8 SHIFT button················································ (55) E3 VIDEO SELECT button································ (39)
W9 PRESET buttons·········································· (55)
E0 TUNING buttons·········································· (55)
E1 MULTEQ button·········································· (49)
q w e r t y u i o Q0 Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4

Multi-zone
q Power operation button Q0 SETUP MIC jack··········································· (25)
(ON/STANDBY)··········································· (54) Q1 MENU button··············································· (22)

Information
w Power indicator··········································· (54) Q2 RETURN button··········································· (22)
e Power switch (hON jOFF)······················ (54) Q3 SELECT/ENTER knob·································· (22)
r Headphones jack (PHONES)······················· (54)
t INPUT MODE button······························ (17, 41)

Troubleshooting
y SPEAKERS button································· (31, 54) • The SELECT/ENTER knob on the main unit
operates in the same way as the cursor o and p
u ZONE2 ON/OFF button······························· (72) buttons on the remote control unit.
i QUICK SELECT buttons······························ (64)
o V. AUX INPUT connectors·························· (16)
Remove the cap covering the terminals when

Specifications
you want to use them.

• The control functions in the same way as the
cursor o button when turned counterclockwise,
as the cursor p button when turned clockwise.
• The control functions in the same way as the
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Display
Getting Started

Q5 Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 Q0 o i u y
Connections
Setup

q w e r t
Playback

q Input signal indicators Q1 NIGHT indicator

w Input signal channel indicators This lights when the night mode is selected.
Remote Control

These light when digital signals are input. Q2 RESTORER indicator

e Information display This lights when the RESTORER mode is
The input source name, surround mode, setting selected.
values and other information are displayed Q3 HDMI indicator
here. This lights when playing using HDMI
r Output signal channel indicators connections.
Multi-zone

t Front speaker indicator Q4 Decoder indicators

These light according to the settings of the front These light when the respective decoders are
A and B speakers. operating.
y ZONE2 output indicator Q5 Tuner reception mode indicators
Information

This lights when the power for the ZONE2 is This lights according to the reception conditions
turned on. when the input source is set to “TUNER”.
• AUTO
u Master volume indicator This lights when in the auto tuning mode.
i AUDYSSEY MULTEQ indicator • STEREO
Troubleshooting

This lights when the MultEQ is selected. In the FM mode, this lights when receiving
o Input mode indicators analog stereo broadcasts.
• TUNED
Q0 Recording output source indicator
This lights when the broadcast is properly tuned
This lights when the REC OUT mode is
in.
selected.
Specifications


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Rear Panel

Getting Started
Q7 Q6 Q5 Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 Q0 o

Connections
Setup
Playback
Remote Control
Multi-zone
Information
q w e r t y u i

Troubleshooting
qDigital audio connectors i AC OUTLETS················································ (21) Q4 RF/RC 2 WAY jack········································· (20)
(OPTICAL / COAXIAL)··················· (13 ~ 15, 18) o Power cord··················································· (21) Q5 XM connector (SAT TU2)···························· (17)
w VIDEO / S-VIDEO connectors············· (13 ~ 16) Q0 Speaker terminals (SPEAKERS)················· (10) Q6 SIRIUS connector (SAT TU1)······················ (18)

Specifications
e Analog audio connectors (AUDIO)···· (13 ~ 16) Q1 FM/AM antenna terminals Q7 DOCK CONTROL jack·································· (14)
r EXT. IN connectors······································ (17) (TUNER ANTENNA)····································· (19)
t REMOTE CONTROL jacks··························· (20) Q2 COMPONENT VIDEO connectors········· (13, 15)
y PRE OUT connector····································· (10) Q3 HDMI connectors······························(12, 13, 15)
u ZONE2 connectors······································ (20)


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Remote Control Unit

Getting Started

[ Rear ] q ZONE2 power buttons································ (72)

n Main Remote Control Unit (RC-1099) w Source select buttons································· (54)
b:T
 o select “SIRIUS”, “XM” as the input
[ Front ] q Indicator······················································· (65) source, use the SAT TU1/2 button.
Q1
q w Power buttons············································· (54) q y e Video select button (V.SEL)························ (39)
Connections

e QUICK SELECT buttons······························ (64) r Tuner system buttons································· (55)

w
r Source select buttons································· (54) t Test tone button (TEST)····························· (31)
e b : To select “SIRIUS”, “XM” as the input y MAIN ZONE power buttons (MAIN)·········· (72)
source, use the SAT TU1/2 button. w u Surround mode buttons······················· (45, 46)
Setup

b t System buttons··········································· (60)

r i Amp menu button (A. MENU)···················· (22)
y AUDIO DELAY button································· (51) e b o Input mode button (INPUT)··················· (17, 41)
Playback

u Cursor buttons (uio p)·························· (57) Q0 Enter button (ENT)······································ (22)

i DYNAMIC VOLUME button························ (50) Q1 RETURN button··········································· (22)
u
o RESTORER button······································· (51) Q2 Cursor buttons (uio p)·························· (22)
Remote Control

Q0 SOURCE CONTROL switches··············· (22, 65) i

Q1 Remote control signal transmitter·············· (3) r o
t Q0
Q2 Master volume control buttons················· (54)
Q2 Q3 MUTING button··········································· (54)
Q1
Q4 NIGHT button·············································· (51)
Multi-zone

t Q2
Q5 MULTEQ button·········································· (49)
Q3 Q6 Channel select (CH SEL) /

n Sub remote control unit for ZONE2
ENTER button········································ (59, 63)
q Remote control signal transmitter·············· (3)
y Q4 (RC-1107) w Zone power off button (OFF)····················· (68)
Information

u
SOURCE CONTROL switch settings and q e CHANNEL buttons······································· (68)
operable buttons r TUNING buttons·········································· (68)
i Q5
n When operating MAIN ZONE w i t System buttons··········································· (68)
o Q6
y REPEAT button············································ (68)
Troubleshooting

o
“CD”, u RANDOM button········································· (68)
Q0 “iPod/NETWORK” b1
i Zone power on button (ON)······················· (68)
or “TUNER”
“AUDIO” b2 o Source select buttons································· (68)
b1 : T
 o select “SIRIUS” as the input source, use
Q0 the SAT TU1 button.
Specifications

n When operating ZONE2 e b2 : T

 o select “XM” as the input source, use
Q1 the SAT TU2 button.
r
“ZONE2” Q0 Volume control buttons (VOLUME)·········· (68)
Q2
t Q1 Muting button (MUTE)······························· (68)
“AUDIO” Q2 SHIFT button················································ (68)
y Q3
Q3 FAVORITES DIRECT PLAY button·············· (68)
NOTE u NOTE
With this setting, only ZONE2 buttons can be operated. See
The DTU and PHONO buttons cannot be used.
page 72 for operable buttons.
NOTE
If buttons on the front or rear are pressed strongly, the button on the opposite side will be activated too. The FAVORITES DIRECT PLAY button can function
when the control dock for iPod ASD-3N or ASD-3W
 is used.
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Getting Started
Connections
Connections for all compatible audio and video signal formats
are described in this owner’s manual. Please select the types of Preparations

Connections
connections suited for the equipment you are connecting.
With some types of connections, certain settings must be made
on the AVR-1909. For details, refer to the instructions for the Cables Used for Connections
respective connection items below.
Select the cables according to the equipment being connected.
NOTE

Setup
• Do not plug in the power cord until all connections have been Audio cables Video cables
completed.

Playback
• When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of Coaxial digital connections Component video connections
the other components. (Green) (Y)
(Orange)
• Be sure to connect the left and right channels properly (left with left,
(Blue) (PB/CB)
right with right). Coaxial digital (75 Ω/ohms pin-plug) cable

Remote Control
• Do not bundle power cords together with connection cables. Doing (Red) (PR/CR)
so can result in humming or noise. Optical digital connections Component video cable

S-Video connections
Optical cable

Multi-zone

Analog connections (stereo)
S-Video cable
(White) L L

(Red) R R Video connections

Information
Stereo pin-plug cable (Yellow)

75 Ω/ohms pin-plug video cable
Analog connections (monaural, for subwoofer)

(Black) Audio and video cables

Troubleshooting

Pin-plug cable HDMI connections

Speaker connections

19-pin HDMI cable

Specifications
Speaker cables Signal direction
Audio signal: Video signal:
Output Input Output Input

Input Output Input Output


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Video Conversion Function About On-screen Displays due to Input Signals

Getting Started

• This function automatically converts various formats of video signals input to the AVR-1909 into the The method of on-screen display (OSD) varies with the type of video signal input to AVR-1909.
format used to output the video signals from the AVR-1909 to a monitor.
Momentary status display
• The AVR-1909’s video input/output circuitry is compatible with the following four types of video signals:
when operating
Digital video signals: HDMI Video signal being used Menu display
(Display when changing the input
Connections

Analog video signals: Component video, S-Video and Video source, volume, etc.)
HDMI connector /
GFlow of video signals inside the AVR-1909H OSD only display Turn display off
Component video connectors
S-Video connector / Display of OSD superimposed on
Turn display on
Video connector the input image
Setup

High picture
quality playback HDMI connector HDMI connector
Playback

Component video Component video Monitor

Remote Control

connectors connectors

S-Video connector S-Video connector

Multi-zone

Video connector Video connector

Video input Monitor output

terminals terminals
Information

: When 480i/576i signals are input

• When not using this function, connect a monitor output with the same type of connector as the video
Troubleshooting

input connector.
• The resolution of the HDMI input-compatible monitor connected to the AVR-1909 can be checked at
menu “Information” – “HDMI Information” (vpage 53).

NOTE
• HDMI signals cannot be converted into analog signals.
Specifications

• 1080p component video input signals cannot be output to anything other than component video
connectors.
• 480p/576p, 1080i and 720p component video input signals cannot be converted into S-Video or Video
format.
• When a non-standard video signal from a game machine or some other source is input, the video
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Speaker Connections Speaker Connections

Getting Started
Example: 5.1/7.1-channels

Speaker Installation Front speakers

Subwoofer Center speaker
The illustration below shows a basic example (7.1-channel) of installation of the amplifier combined with A

Connections
8 speakers and a monitor.
Subwoofer
Subwoofer Center speaker with built-
in amplifier
Surround back speakers (L) (R)

Setup
w q w q
*/ w q

Playback
Remote Control
Front speakers

Multi-zone
Place the front speakers to the
Surround speakers
sides of the monitor or screen and
as flush with the screen surface as
possible.

Information
The table below shows a typical speaker configuration for the AVR-1909.
b L : Left
R : Right

Troubleshooting
FRONT A/B SURROUND SURROUND BACK
CENTER SUBWOOFER
L R L R L R 1 speaker
(L) (R) (L) (R)
7.1-channels S S S S S S S – S
6.1-channels S S S S S – – S S w qw q w qw q
5.1-channels S S S S S – – – S

Specifications
Surround speakers Surround back
3.1-channels S S S – – – – – S speakers
2.1-channels S S – – – – – – S
Connect when using
2-channels S S – – – – – – – 7.1-channel.
NOTE
For surround back speakers :
• Since “Amp Assign” of AVR-1909 is set to “ZONE2” by default, audio is not output from the surround
back speakers. When using the surround back speakers with MAIN ZONE, change the “Amp Assign”
setting to “7.1ch” (vpage 35).
• When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left channel (SBL).
For ZONE2 speakers :
• For multi-zone connection and operation, see “Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations”
(vpage 69 ~ 72).

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Connecting the Speaker Cables Protection circuit
Getting Started

Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and + (red) and – If the core wires touch the rear panel and the screws etc., or the ±
(black) polarities on the speakers being connected to the AVR-1909, sides touch each other, the protection circuit will be activated and
and be sure to interconnect the channels and polarities correctly. the power indicator will flash red at intervals of 0.5 secs.
If the protection circuit is activated, the speaker output is isolated,

1 Peel off about 0.03 ft/10 mm of sheathing and the power supply goes to the standby state. If the power sup-
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from the tip of the speaker cable, then ply is turned off, after the power supply cord is withdrawn, please
confirm that speaker cable and input cable are connected.
either twist the core wire tightly or
Also, if replaying large sound levels by using a speaker having an
terminate it. impedance less than that specified (eg, 4 Ω/ohms), the temperature
will rise, and the protection circuit might be activated. The power

2 Turn the speaker terminal

Setup

supply will go into the standby state, and the power indicator will
counterclockwise to loosen it. flash red at 2 second intervals.
In this case, please switch off the power supply, and wait until
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3 Insert the speaker cable’s core wire to

the hilt into the speaker terminal.
the AVR-1909 has cooled down, and the surrounding ventilation is
good.
Even if there are no problems with the surrounding ventilation and

4
connections, in the event of the protection circuit becoming acti-
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Turn the speaker terminal clockwise to

vated, due to thinking that the AVR-1909 has failed, please contact
tighten it. DENON Service center after switching off.

When using a banana plug

Tighten the speaker terminal firmly before
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inserting the banana plug.

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NOTE
• Use speakers with an impedance of 6 to 16 Ω/ohms. When using
front A and B speakers simultaneously, use speakers with an
impedance of 12 to 16 Ω/ohms.
• Connect the speaker cables in such a way that they do not stick out
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of the speaker terminals. The protection circuit may be activated if

the core wires touch the rear panel or if the + and – sides touch each
other (v “Protection circuit”).
• Never touch the speaker terminals while the power supply is
connected. Doing so could result in electric shock.
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NOTE
Connecting Equipment with HDMI connectors

Getting Started
• The audio signals output from the HDMI connector (sampling frequency, bit rate, etc.) may be restricted
With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred with a single cable. by the connected device.
• Video signals are not output properly when using devices that are not HDCP-compatible.
Blu-ray Disc • Video signals are not output if the input video signals do not match the monitor’s resolution. In this
player / case, switch the Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player’s resolution to a resolution with which the monitor is
DVD player Monitor

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compatible.
• If the menu “Manual Setup” – “HDMI Setup” – “HDMI Audio Out” setting (vpage 32) is set to
)%.* )%.*
065 */ “AMP”, the sound may be interrupted when the monitor’s power is turned off.
• Use a cable on which the HDMI logo is indicated (a certified HDMI product) for connection to the HDMI
connector. Normal playback may not be possible when using a cable other than one on which the HDMI

Setup
logo is indicated (a non-HDMI-certified product).
• If the monitor or Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player does not support Deep Color, deep color signal transfer
is not possible.

Playback
• If the monitor or Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player does not support xvYCC, xvYCC signal transfer is not
possible.
• If the monitor does not support “Auto Lipsync Correction” function, this function will not work.
• The AVR-1909 is compatible with the HDMI’s CEC (Consumer Electronics Control) function. Please note

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the following.
• It may not work depending on the device it is connected to and its setup.
• It does not operate with televisions or players that are not compatible with HDMI’s CEC.

• When the AVR-1909 and Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player are connected using an HDMI cable, also

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connect the AVR-1909 and monitor using an HDMI cable.
• If the connected monitor or Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player only has a DVI-D connector, use an HDMI/DVI
converter cable. When using a DVI cable, no audio signals are transmitted.
• Use a Deep Color compatible cable for connection to Deep Color compatible devices.

Information
When connecting with an HDMI/DVI converter cable (adapter)
• HDMI video signals are theoretically compatible with the DVI format.
When connecting to a monitor, etc., equipped with a DVI-D connector, connection is possible using an

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HDMI/DVI converter cable, but depending on the combination of components in some cases the video
signals will not be output.
• When connecting using an HDMI/DVI converter adapter, the video signals may not be output properly
b The AVR-1909 is equipped for HDMI Compatible Discs due to poor connections with the connected cable, etc.
version 1.3a. This version is compatible Details
audio format (examples)
with other versions, allowing connection
2-channel linear 2ch 32-192 kHz CD, DVD-Video, Copyright protection system (HDCP)
to all components equipped with an HDMI

Specifications
PCM 16/20/24 bits DVD-Audio
connector. In order to play the digital video and audio signals of a Blu-ray, DVD- Video or DVD-Audio disc using HDMI/
b The AVR-1909 is compatible with 30- and 36- Multi-channel 8ch 32-192 kHz DVD-Audio, DVI connections, both the connected Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player and monitor must be equipped for
bit Deep Color. linear PCM 16/20/24 bits Blu-ray a copyright protection system called “HDCP” (High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection).
Dolby Digital, DTS Bitstream DVD-Video HDCP is a copy protection technology consisting of data encoding and mutual identification of the
Dolby Digital Plus, devices.
Dolby TrueHD, Bitstream Blu-ray The AVR-1909 is HDCP-compatible. For details on the Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player or monitor you are
DTS-HD using, refer to its operating instructions.

• By default, the HDMI audio signals are output from the speakers connected to the AVR-1909.
• To output the sound from the TV, make the settings at menu “Manual Setup” – “HDMI Setup” – “HDMI
Audio Out” – “TV” (vpage 32).

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Connecting the Monitor Connecting the Playback Components

Getting Started

• Select the terminal to use and connect the device (vpage 9 “Video Conversion Function”). Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect
• With HDMI connections, the video and audio signals can be transferred with a single cable. correctly.
• To output the audio signals to the monitor with HDMI connections, set menu “Manual Setup” – “HDMI
Setup” – “HDMI Audio Out” to “TV” (vpage 32).
Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player
Connections

Monitor
7*%&0 Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
4
7*%&0 7*%&0 $0.10/&/5
7*%&0 )%.*
*/ */ */ */ Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player
: 1# 13
"6%*0 7*%&0
Setup

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7*%&0 $0.10/&/5
7*%&0

065 065 065 065 065 065
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Playback

L R
b When connected to a Blu-ray
b Disc player, and playing Dolby
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TrueHD, DTS-HD, Dolby Digital

Plus, connect the HDMI.
L R
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NOTE
• The component video connectors may be indicated differently on your monitor. For details, see the
Specifications

monitor’s operating instructions.

• The audio signals output from the HDMI connectors are only the HDMI input signals.
When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu “Input Setup”
– “Assign” – “Digital In” (vpage 42).

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CD Player iPod®

Getting Started
Use a DENON control dock for iPod (ASD-1R, ASD-11R, ASD-3N or
CD player
ASD-3W sold separately) to connect the iPod to the AVR-1909. For
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instructions on the control dock for iPod settings, refer to the control
065 065 dock for iPod’s operating instructions.

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- 3
iPod

L R

"4%/8

Setup
L R

Playback
R L

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R L

Multi-zone
Information
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When using an optical cable for the digital audio connection, make the
settings at menu “Input Setup” – “Assign” – “Digital In” (vpage
42).

Specifications
• With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to the
VCR (iPod) connector.
• To assign the iPod to a connector other than VCR (iPod), make the
settings at menu “Input Setup” – “(input source to which iPod Dock
assigned)” – “Assign” – “iPod Dock” (vpage 42).

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TV/CABLE Tuner Connecting the Recording Components

Getting Started

Select the terminal to use and connect the device. Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect
TV tuner correctly.
"6%*0 7*%&0
"6%*0 015*$"- 7*%&0 4
7*%&0 $0.10/&/5
7*%&0
Video Cassette Recorder
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065 065 065 065 065

- 3 : 1# 13
Select the terminal to use and connect the device.
Video cassette recorder
L R
7*%&0 7*%&0 "6%*0
Setup

4
7*%&0 7*%&0 4
7*%&0 7*%&0 )%.* "6%*0 "6%*0 015*$"- 015*$"-

*/ */ 065 065 065 065 */ 065
*/
- 3 - 3
Playback

L R

L R L R
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L R L R
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Information
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When using a coaxial cable for the digital audio connection, make the settings at menu “Input Setup”
– “Assign” – “Digital In” (vpage 42).
Specifications

• When recording via the AVR-1909, the playback device’s cable must be of the same type as the cable
used to connect the AVR-1909’s VCR OUT connector.
Example: TV IN → S-Video cable : VCR OUT → S-Video cable
TV IN → Video cable : VCR OUT → Video cable
• When using a component video cable for the video connection, make the settings at menu “Input Setup”
– “Assign” – “Component In” (vpage 42).

NOTE
Do not connect the output of the component connected to the AVR-1909’s OPTICAL2 output connector to
any input connector other than OPTICAL2.

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CD Recorder / MD Recorder / Tape Deck Connections to Other Devices

Getting Started
Make analog connections if you wish to record analog audio signals, or digital connections if you wish to Carefully check the left (L) and right (R) channels and the inputs and outputs, and be sure to interconnect
record digital audio signals, depending on the types of connectors on the components being used. correctly.
CD recorder /
MD recorder / Video Camera / Game Console

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Tape deck
"6%*0
Video camera /
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*/ 065
Game console
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Setup
7*%&0 "6%*0
065 065
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L R L R

Playback
L R

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L R L R

L R

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Information
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Specifications
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Component with Multi-channel Output connectors XM connector

Getting Started

• The AVR-1909 is an XM Ready® receiver. You can receive XM® Satellite Radio by connecting to the XM
Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player /
Mini-Tuner and Home Dock (includes home antenna, each sold separately) and subscribing to the XM
External decoder
service.
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• Plug the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock into the XM connector on the rear panel.
46# '30/5 $&/5&3 463306/% 463306/%
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800'&3 #"$, • Position the Home Dock antenna near a south-facing window to receive the best signal.
- 3 - 3 - 3 For details, see “Listening to XM Satellite Radio Programs” (vpage 56, 57).
When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the XM Mini-Tuner and Home
Dock.
L R L R L R

XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock

Setup
Playback

L R L R L R
XM
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Multi-zone
Information
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• To play the analog input signals input to the EXT. IN connectors, press the INPUT MODE button on the
main unit or INPUT button on the main remote control unit and select “EXT. IN” or make the settings at
menu “Input Setup” – “Input Mode” – “Input Mode” – “EXT. IN” (vpage 41).
• The video signal can be connected in the same way as a Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player (vpage 13).
Specifications

NOTE
Keep the power cord unplugged until the XM Mini-Tuner and Home Dock connection have been
completed.

• The XM name and related logo are registered trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights
reserved.
• XM Ready® is a registered trademark of XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.

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n Positioning the Antenna
SIRIUS connector

Getting Started
For a consistent satellite signal, the antenna must be positioned correctly. Use the following map to
• The AVR-1909 is a SIRIUS Satellite Radio Ready® receiver. You can receive SIRIUS® Satellite Radio by determine which area you are in and position the antenna accordingly.
connecting to the SiriusConnect Home Tuner and subscribing to the SIRIUS service.
• Plug the SIRIUS connector on the rear panel.
• Position the Home Tuner antenna near a south-facing window to receive the best signal. SKY

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For details, see “Listening to SIRIUS Satellite Radio Programs” (vpage 57 ~ 59).
When making connections, also refer to the operating instructions of the SiriusConnect Home Tuner.
NORTH

SiriusConnect Home Tuner

Setup
q t r
WEST EAST

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w e

HORIZON

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SOUTH

Area 1 : Point the antenna toward the sky in the east, northeast, or southeast, either through a window
or outside.
b When connecting digital audio Area 2 : Point the antenna toward the sky in the north or northeast, either through a window or outside.

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Area 3 : Point the antenna toward the sky in the north or northwest, either through a window or
outside.
Area 4 : Point the antenna toward the sky in the west, northwest, or southwest, either through a window
or outside.

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Area 5 : Put the antenna outside and point it straight up. The antenna cannot be used indoors.

Troubleshooting
Specifications
When connecting digital of the SiriusConnect Home Tuner, perform the setting “Input Setup” – “Assign”
– “Digital In” from the menu. (vpage 42).

NOTE
Keep the power cord unplugged until the SiriusConnect Home Tuner connection have been completed.

© 2006 SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc. “SIRIUS”, the SIRIUS dog logo, and channel names and logos are
trademarks of SIRIUS Satellite Radio Inc.

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Antenna terminals
Getting Started

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

Direction of broadcasting station

FM antenna
AM loop antenna
Connections

(supplied)
Setup

75 Ω/ohms
Coaxial cable
Playback

FM indoor antenna
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(supplied)
Multi-zone

Connection of AM antennas
1. Push the 2. Insert the 3. Return the
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lever. conductor. lever.

AM outdoor antenna
Ground
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AM loop antenna assembly

Connect to the AM
NOTE
antenna terminals.
• Do not connect two FM antennas simultaneously.
• Even if an external AM antenna is used, do not
disconnect the AM loop antenna.
Specifications

Remove the vinyl tie and take Bend in the reverse direction. • Make sure the AM loop antenna lead terminals do not
out the connection line. touch metal parts of the panel.

Note to CATV system installer:

a. With the antenna on top of b. With the antenna attached
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
any stable surface. to a wall.
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.
Mount
Installation hole Mount on wall, etc.

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Multi-zone External Controller

Getting Started
ZONE2 out Connections RF remote receiver

If another pre-main (integrated) amplifier is connected, the ZONE2 out connectors can be used to play a
different program source in ZONE2 at the same time (vpage 69 ~ 72).

Connections
3$3$*

Pre-main amplifier
(ZONE2)
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Setup
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Playback
L R

Remote Control
L R

Multi-zone
Information
Troubleshooting
• When using in combination with an RF Remote Controller (RC-7000CI, sold separately) or RF Remote
Extension jack for future use. Receiver (RC-7001RCI, sold separately) two-way communication with an RF Remote Controller is
(Connect devices corresponding with room to possible.

Specifications
room function to this jack.) The AVR-1909’s status information as well as iPod can be browsed watching the RF Remote Controller’s
display. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the respective devices.
"69

065 Input Output • When used in combination with an RF Remote Controller or RF Remote Receiver, make the settings at
Infrared Infrared menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “2Way Remote” – “Used” (vpage 36).
retransmitter sensor

NOTE
• For the audio output, use high quality pin-plug cords so that no induction humming or noise is produced.
• For instructions on installing and operating separately sold devices, refer to the respective devices’
operating instructions.
• To conduct multi-zone playback, see “Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations” (vpage
69 ~ 72).

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Connecting the Power Cord

Getting Started

Wait until all connections have been completed before connecting the power cord.

To household
Connections

Power cord
power outlet
(AC 120 V, 60 Hz)
Setup

Connection to the AC outlets

• These outlets supply power to external audio
Playback

equipment.
• The power supplied from these outlets turns on and
off together with the set’s power switch.
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• Audio equipment with a total power consumption

of 120 W (1 A) can be connected.

NOTE
• Insert the AC plugs securely. Incomplete connections could cause noise.
• Only use the AC outlets to plug in audio equipment. Do not use them as power supplies for hairdryers or
Multi-zone

anything other than audio equipment.

Once Connections are Completed

Information

Turning the Power On (vpage 54)

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Specifications

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Getting Started
Menu Operations
With the AVR-1909, settings and operations for most functions can be
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual performed by operating while looking at the menus displayed on the Example of Display of Default

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monitor screen.
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control Values
unit BUTTON
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON>
In lists of selectable items or adjustable ranges, the item
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON]
Operations surrounded by a border is the default value.

Setup
The same operation is possible on the main unit or main remote
control unit.
<MENU> ui

Playback
[Selectable items] A B A+B
1 Press <MENU> or [A.MENU].
The menu is displayed.
b To operate from the main remote control unit, be sure to set the

Remote Control
[SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO”.

2 Press ui to select the item you want to set, then

press ENTER.

3 Press ui again to select the item you want to set,

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RETURN ENTER, op then press ENTER.

[Front]
4 To change the setting:
Press ui to select the item you want to change, then

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press o p to change the setting.
[SOURCE b To return to the previous item, press RETURN.
b Select “Default Yes”, then press o to reset to the default
CONTROL 1] setting.

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[Rear]
5 Press ENTER to enter the setting.

6 Press <MENU> or [A.MENU] to finish.

Specifications
[A. MENU] ENTER
uiop
RETURN
When <MENU> or [A.MENU] is pressed, the settings made up to that
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Examples of On-screen Display and Front Display

Getting Started

Some typical examples are described below.

GFront displayH GOn-screen displayH

Screen title
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MENU
*MENU 1.Auto Setup
Auto Setup 2.Manual Setup
3.Input Setup
Submenu title 4.Parameter
5.Information
Setup

Number of the currently selected settings

menu.
Playback

1-1.Start Menu
Audyssey MultEQ
*Start Menu Step1:Speaker Detection
Start• Press o to execute Please place microphone
at ear height at
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main listening position.

Currently selected line Front Sp. A
Amp Assign
Start
Cancel
3-1.Assign
Current setting
Multi-zone

*Assign Digital In : OPT1

Digital :•OPT1 –
iPod Dock : None
Press op to change the setting
Information

3-4.Rename
Use ui to input characters.
*Rename:DVD
•DV¡ –
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Use op to change the character input DVD : DV

position.

Default Yes

3-4.Rename
Specifications

*Rename:DVD
Rename•– Clear
When highlighted, press i to select DVD : DVD-3930
“Default Yes”.
Default Yes

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Menu Map

Getting Started
MENU Auto Setup (vpage 25 ~ 29)
n Start Menu n Parameter Check
1.Auto Setup • Step 1: Speaker Detection • Speaker Configuration Check

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2.Manual Setup • Step 2: Measurement • Distance Check
3.Input Setup • Step 3: Calculation • Channel Level Check
4.Parameter • Step 4: Check • Crossover Frequency Check
5.Information • Step 5: Store • EQ Check
• Restore

Setup
Manual Setup (vpage 29 ~ 37)

Playback
n Speaker Setup (vpage 29 ~ 31) n Audio Setup (vpage 33, 34) n Option Setup (vpage 35 ~ 37)
• Speaker Configuration • EXT. IN Subwoofer Level • Amp Assign
• Subwoofer Setup • 2ch Direct/Stereo • Volume Control
• Distance • Dolby Digital Setup • Source Delete

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• Channel Level • Auto Surround Mode • On-Screen Display
• Crossover Frequency • EQ Preset • Quick Select Name
• Front Speaker Setup n ZONE2 Setup (vpage 34, 35) • Remote ID Setup
Information Parameter n HDMI Setup (vpage 32) • Level Lch • 2Way Remote
(vpage 52, 53) (vpage 46 ~ 51) • Color Space • Level Rch • Display
• RGB Range • Volume Limit • Setup Lock
n Status n Surround Parameter
• Auto Lipsync • Power On Level

Multi-zone
• MAIN ZONE • Mode
• HDMI Audio Out • Mute Level
• ZONE2 • Cinema EQ
• HDMI Control
n Audio Input Signal • Dynamic Range Control
• Power Off Control
n HDMI Information • Dynamic Range Compression
n Auto Surround Mode • LFE

Information
n Quick Select • Center Image
Input Setup (vpage 38 ~ 43)
n Preset Station • Panorama
• Dimension n TUNER (FM/AM) n CD, CDR/TAPE, DVD, HDP, n XM n SIRIUS
• Center Width • Auto Preset TV/CBL, VCR, V.AUX • Preset Skip • Preset Skip
• Delay Time • Preset Skip • Assign • Antenna Aiming • Parental Lock

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• Effect Level • Preset Name • Video • Video • Antenna Aiming
• Room Size • Video • Input Mode • Input Mode • Assign
• AFDM • Input Mode • Rename • Rename • Video
• SB CH Out • Rename • Source Level • Source Level • Input Mode
• SUBWOOFER ATT • Source Level • iPod • Rename
• Subwoofer • Source Level
n Tone

Specifications
• Tone Control
• Bass
• Treble
n Audyssey Settings
• MultEQ
• Dynamic EQ
• Dynamic Volume
• Setting
n RESTORER
n Night Mode
n Audio Delay


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Getting Started

Auto Setup
• Audyssey MultEQ® automatically measures the acoustical problems
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual in the listening environment to create the best audio experience for Preparations
Connections

your home theater.

1
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control Connect the included calibrated setup microphone to
• Audyssey MultEQ optimizes a large listening area where one or
unit BUTTON more listeners are seated. the SETUP MIC jack on the main unit.
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON> Measurements are performed by placing the calibrated microphone The auto setup screen appears automatically.
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON] (DM-A409) successively at multiple positions throughout the
Setup

listening area as shown in Example q. For best results, it is strongly

recommended to measure 6 positions so that the measurements Sound
MASTER VOLUME ui have the proper spatial weighting. receptor
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Even if the listening environment is small as shown in Example w,

measuring at multiple points throughout the listening environment
results in more effective correction.

2
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Place the microphone at ear height on a tripod or stand

Example q Example w
with the microphone pointing directly up towards the
ceiling.

( :Measuring positions)
Multi-zone

SETUP MIC jack RETURN ENTER,o

*M *M
[Front] Setup
Information

microphone

MASTER VOLUME
b Do not hold the microphone in your hand during measurements.
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About the main listening position (*M) Be sure that the path from microphone to the speakers is not
blocked by objects. Avoid placing the microphone close to a seat
The main listening position refers to the most central position where
back or wall as sound reflections may give inaccurate results.
one would normally sit within the listening environment.
[Rear] MultEQ uses the measurements from this position to calculate
speaker distance, level, polarity, and the optimum crossover value
for the subwoofer.
Specifications

When using a subwoofer, make the following settings before starting

ENTER the auto setup procedure:
uio • Defeat the volume and crossover controls if possible
RETURN • If this is not possible then set
To make manual adjustments to the settings, see pages 29 ~ 31. • Volume: “12 o’clock” position

• Crossover frequency: “Maximum/Highest Frequency”

• Low pass filter: “Off”

• Standby mode: “Off”

NOTE
• Do not disconnect the setup microphone until the auto setup
procedure is completed.
• When using headphones, unplug the headphones before starting
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About the Auto Setup Step 1 : Speaker Detection
Auto Setup

Getting Started
The Audyssey MultEQ auto setup function detects the presence of F Menu screen F
Optimize settings for speakers in use.
each speaker and automatically calculates the speaker size, channel
level, distance, and optimal crossover frequency setting. Audyssey q
MultEQ corrects acoustical distortions within the listening area. 1-1.Start Menu w
a Start Menu Before starting, connect and position all of your speakers.
Audyssey MultEQ
Step1:Speaker Detection Auto Setup

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The settings found at this stage are applied automatically. Please place microphone Audyssey MultEQ
Once started, MultEQ will play a series of test tones through each Step1:Speaker Detection
at ear height at
speaker. main listening position. Front Sp. Yes
GAuto setup flowH Center Sp. Yes
Front Sp. A Subwoofer Yes
Step 1: Speaker Detection b Before starting Auto Setup (vq) Amp Assign Surround Sp. Yes
Start S.Back Sp. Yes
2spkrs
Cancel

Setup
If adjustment to the environment is necessary, set the following items Next
Retry
before proceeding.
Step 2: Measurement The speaker connection and polarity are detected at the first

Playback
n Front Speaker measurement position (main listening position). The following
The front speaker to be measured can be selected ahead of time attributes are also determined at this time: “Speaker Size”, “Speaker
here. Distance”, “Channel Level”, “Crossover Frequency”.
Step 3: Calculation

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q Select “Start 0”, then press o.
[Selectable items] • Starts measuring the main listening position.
A : Output test tone from front speakers A. w Select “Next 0”, then press o.

Step 4: Check B : Output test tone from front speakers B. n To cancel Auto Setup
A+B : Output test tone from front speakers A and B. Press ui to select “Cancel 0”, then press o.

Multi-zone
Step 5: Store n Amp Assign
Advanced setting : changes power amplifier assignment. • If an error message appears during the measurements, check “Error
You can use the surround back speaker for multi-zone, and for front Messages”, take the advised action, then start the measurements
NOTE again (vpage 28).

Information
channel bi-amp use. (Default : ZONE2)
For details, refer to “Amp Assign” (vpage 35). • If the result differs from the actual connection status or an error
• Loud test sounds may be played during Audyssey MultEQ automatic
message appears, use i to on-screen display “Retry 0” and then
speaker setup. This is part of normal operation. If there is background
press o to repeat the measurement.
noise in room, these test signals will increase in volume.
• If the result still differs from the actual connection status after
• Do not stand between the speakers and setup microphone or allow

Troubleshooting
obstacles in the path while the measurements are being made. This re-measurement or the error message still appears, it is possible
will cause inaccurate readings. that the speakers are not connected properly. Turn the AVR-1909
• Make the room as quiet as possible. Background noise can disrupt off, check the speaker connections and repeat the measurement
the room measurements. Close windows, silence cell phones, process from the beginning.
televisions, radios, air conditioners, fluorescent lights, home NOTE
appliances, light dimmers, or other devices as measurements may
be affected by these sounds. Do not change the speaker connections or subwoofer volume after

Specifications
Cell phones should be placed away from all audio electronics during “Step 1”.
the measurement process as Radio Frequency Interference (RFI)
may cause measurement disruptions (even if the cell phone is not in
use).
• Operating MASTER VOLUME during the measurements will cancel
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Step 2 : Measurement Step 3 : Calculation Step 4 : Check

Getting Started

F Menu screen F F Menu screen F F Menu screen F

q q q
Auto Setup q Auto Setup Auto Setup
Audyssey MultEQ Audyssey MultEQ Audyssey MultEQ
Step2:Measurement Auto Setup Step3:Calculation Step4:Check
Audyssey MultEQ
Connections

Please place microphone Calculating Please check the results

at ear height at Step2:Measurement Please wait... of the measured item.
2nd listening position. Now measuring 2nd
listening position. Speaker Config.Check
Distance Check
Next –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Channel Level Check
Calculate Crossover Freq.Check
Cancel Front L
Setup

Next
Cancel
w The values obtained from the measurements are automatically When analysis is complete, check the analysis results for the following
Auto Setup analyzed and the attributes for each of the speakers in the listening four items.
Playback

Audyssey MultEQ r
Step2:Measurement Auto Setup area are determined. q Make your selection using ui and press ENTER.
Please place microphone Audyssey MultEQ q Select “Calculate 0” at Step 2, then press o. • Presence and size of speaker
at ear height at Step2:Measurement
3rd listening position. All the measurements • Analysis begins. “Speaker Config. Check”
Remote Control

were finished. • Distance of speaker from listening position

Next
Calculate “Distance Check”
Retry • Analysis takes several minutes to complete. • Speaker channel level
Cancel Calculate
Retry • The time required for this analysis depends on the number of “Channel Level Check”
Cancel speakers connected. The greater the number of speakers connected, • Crossover Frequency
the longer analysis will take. “Crossover Freq. Check”
q Select “Next 0”, then press o.
Multi-zone

w Use ui to change which speaker is displayed.

• The measurement of the 2nd position starts. NOTE e Press RETURN.
• Select “Calculate 0” with i, and press o to proceed to Step 3.
• Do not change the speaker connections or subwoofer volume, This returns you to analysis results items, so repeat step q.
w Move the microphone to the 3rd position and press o.
or speaker locations after making measurements. If changes are r Press i to select “Next 0”, then press o to proceed to Step 5.
• The measurement of the 3rd position starts.
necessary, make the changes and use the Audyssey MultEQ auto
Information

• Select “Calculate 0” with i, and press o to proceed to Step 3.

e Perform w repeatedly for the 4th, 5th, and 6th measurments. setup once again for an updated EQ solution.
• For instance, if the location or direction of a speaker is altered, the Distance values that are greater than the actual distance of a speaker
r “All the measurements were finished.” is displayed on the on-
Auto Setup should be performed again to ensure the correct EQ may be accurate for speakers with built-in filters (subwoofers, etc).
screen display. When you have completed measurements in 6
solution for the new room configuration. This is because these filters add electrical delay (distance) to the signal
positions.
Troubleshooting

that is compensated for by the Auto Setup process.

• Select “Calculate 0”, and press o to proceed to Step 3.

n To cancel Auto Setup

Press ui to select “Cancel 0”, then press o.
Specifications

After completing a measurement position, move the microphone to

the next position.
Measure at 6 positions: the main listening position and 5 other
surrounding positions. Although it is allowable to measure less than 6
positions, it is recommended to measure 6 for best results.


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Step 5 : Store Error Messages

Getting Started
F Menu screen F If the auto setup procedure could not be completed due to speaker installation, the measuring environment, etc., an error message is
displayed. If this happens, check the relevant items, be sure to take the necessary measures, then perform the auto setup procedure over
q
again.
Auto Setup
Audyssey MultEQ
Step5:Store Auto Setup
Error messages (examples) Cause Measures

Connections
Please select “Store” Audyssey MultEQ
to store measurement Step5:Store
values. Storing Auto Setup • Included setup microphone is not connected. • Connect the included setup microphone to the SETUP
Please wait... Audyssey MultEQ MIC jack on the main unit.
Caution! • Not all speakers could be detected. • Check the speaker connections.
Microphone:None
Store or • The front L speaker was not properly
Cancel

Setup
Speaker :None
detected.

The auto setup measurement results are stored in the AVR-1909. Retry

Playback
q Select “Store 0”, then press o. Cancel
• “Storing Please wait...” is displayed on the on-screen display • Too much noise in the room for accurate • Either turn off any device generating noise or move it
Auto Setup
while the results are being stored. Audyssey MultEQ measurements to be made. away.

Remote Control
• When storing is complete, “Storing complete. Auto Setup is now Caution! • Try again when the surroundings are quieter.
Ambient noise is
finished.” is displayed on the on-screen display. too high or • Speaker or subwoofer sound is too low for • Check the speaker installation and the direction in
w Disconnect the setup microphone from the AVR-1909. Level is too low.
accurate measurements to be made. which the speakers are facing.
• Adjust the subwoofer’s volume.
n To cancel storing
Retry
Press ui to select “Cancel 0”, then press o. Cancel

Multi-zone
• All the measured auto setup data will be erased.
• Displayed speaker could not be detected. • Check the connections of the displayed speaker.
NOTE Auto Setup · The front R speaker were not properly
Do not turn the power off while the settings are being stored. Audyssey MultEQ detected.
Caution!
· Only one channel of the surround speakers

Information
Front was detected.
R :None · Sound was output from the R channel
when only one surround back speaker was
Retry
Cancel connected.
· The surround back, but the surround speaker

Troubleshooting
was not detected.
Auto Setup • Displayed speaker connected with the • Check the polarities of the displayed speaker.
Audyssey MultEQ polarities reversed. • For some speakers, this error message may be
Caution!
displayed even if the speaker is properly connected. If
Front you are sure that the wiring is correct, select “Skip”.

Specifications
L :Phase

Retry
Cancel
Skip

Select “Retry” to measure again.

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s Parameter Check
Getting Started

Check auto setup measurement results. Manual Setup

This is displayed after the auto setup procedure is completed.

[Selectable items] Make detail settings for various parameters.

Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
Speaker Config. Check Distance Check
Connections

Channel Level Check Crossover Freq. Check

Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit BUTTON
Speaker Setup
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON> Use this procedure to set the speakers manually or if you wish to
EQ Check
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON] change the settings made with the auto setup procedure.
Setup

F Menu screen F
The auto setup results can be set again when “Restore” is selected.
SOURCE SELECT <DIMMER> ui MENU
Playback

1.Auto Setup 2.Manual Setup

2.Manual Setup
3.Input Setup 1.Speaker Setup
4.Parameter 2.HDMI Setup
5.Information 3.Audio Setup
Remote Control

4.ZONE2 Setup
5.Option Setup

a Speaker Configuration
Multi-zone

<SPEAKERS> <MENU> op Select speaker configuration and size.

(bass reproduction capability)
[Front]
Information

Front Speaker
SOURCE Select front speaker size.
SELECT [Selectable items] Large Small
Troubleshooting

Center Speaker
Select center speaker use and size.
[Rear]
[Selectable items] Large Small None
SOURCE
Specifications

SELECT Subwoofer
Select subwoofer use.

[Selectable items] Yes No

[A. MENU]
uiop
[TEST]

 For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22).
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Surround Speaker
d Distance

Getting Started
Select surround speakers use and size. • Select “Large” or “Small” not according to the physical size of the Set distance from listening position to speakers.
speaker but according to the low frequency reproduction capabilities Before making the settings, measure the distance from the
[Selectable items] Large Small None based on the frequency set at “Crossover Frequency” (vpage listening position to the different speakers.
31).
Surround Back Speaker • When “Front Speaker” is set to “Small”, “Subwoofer” can

Connections
automatically set to “Yes”. Unit
Select surround back speaker use and size.
• If “Subwoofer” is set to “No”, “Front Speaker” is automatically set Select unit for distance.
[Selectable items] ( Large Small None ) to “Large”.
• If “Surround Speaker” is set to “None”, “Surround Back Speaker” [Selectable items] Feet Meters
( 2spkrs 1spkr ) are automatically set to “None”.

Setup
• When “Front Speaker” is set to “Small”, “Center Speaker” can not Step
NOTE be set to “Large”.
• When using just one surround back speaker, connect it to the left Select step. (smallest distance)
Since “Amp Assign” of AVR-1909 is set to “ZONE2” by default,

Playback
audio is not output from the surround back speakers. When using the channel (SBL).
[Selectable items]
surround back speakers with MAIN ZONE, change the “Amp Assign” • When set to other than “7.1ch” with “Amp Assign”, “Surround Back
setting to “7.1ch” (vpage 35). Speaker” is not displayed. 1ft 0.1ft : Can be selected when “Feet” is set.

Remote Control
0.1m 0.01m : Can be selected when “Meters” is set.
Large : Select this when using large speakers with ample low
frequency reproduction capabilities.
s Subwoofer Setup Default
Select low range signal to be reproduced by subwoofer.
Small : Select this when using small speakers without ample low Reset the settings to the default values.
frequency reproduction capabilities. [Selectable items]

Multi-zone
None : Select this when no speaker is connected.
Distance measurement
LFE : Play low range and LFE signal of channels set to
“Small”. Select the speaker you want to set, then set the distance.
Yes : Select this when a subwoofer is connected. Set the value closest to the measured distance.
LFE+Main : Play low range and LFE signal of all channels.

Information
No : Select this when no subwoofer is connected. [Variable range]

2spkrs 1spkr : 0.0ft ~ 60.0ft : Display when “Feet” is set.

• This can be set when menu “Speaker Configuration” – “Subwoofer”
Select the number of surround back speakers. is set to “Yes”. 0.00m ~ 18.00m : Display when “Meters” is set.

Troubleshooting
• Play music or a movie source and select the mode offering the
NOTE
Even when the Surround Back Speaker setting is other than strongest bass.
“None”, sound may not be emitted from the surround back • Select “LFE+Main” if you want the bass signals to always be Set the distance between the listening position and the various
speaker, depending on the playback source. In this case, make produced from the subwoofer. speakers to no more than 20.0 ft (6.00 meters).
a menu “Parameter” – “Surround Parameter” – “SB CH Out”
setting other than “OFF” (vpage 48).

Specifications
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22). 30
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f Channel Level g Crossover Frequency h Front Speaker Setup

Getting Started

Adjust channel levels to obtain equal volume from all speakers. Select crossover frequency from which subwoofer handles low Select front speakers to use for each surround mode.
range signal.
[Selectable items]
Test Tone [Selectable items]
Normal : To change the settings, select “Custom”.
Select test tone playback method. 40Hz 60Hz 80Hz 90Hz 100Hz 110Hz 120Hz 150Hz
Connections

Custom : When set to “Custom”, you can select beforehand the

[Selectable items] 200Hz 250Hz : front speaker to use for each surround mode.
Auto : Automatically switch speaker from which test tone is Only the portion of the bass sound of the various speakers output [Selectable items]
output. from the subwoofer that has a frequency below the frequency set
DIRECT/STEREO : A B A+B
Setup

Manual : Manually switch speaker from which test tone is output. here is output.
Set this according to the low frequency reproduction capabilities of MULTI CH : A B A+B
the speakers you are using.
Test Tone Start
Playback

Advanced : NOTE
Output test tone.
When set to “Custom”, <SPEAKERS> does not operate.
Set the crossover frequency separately for the different speakers.
z
[Variable range] OFF –12dB ~ 0dB ~ +12dB
Remote Control

z In the case of a sub woofer, reducing the volume when it is at “–12
dB” will change the setting to “OFF” (none). • If in the “Advanced” settings, “Subwoofer Setup” (vpage 30)
in the menu is set to “LFE”, it is possible to make this setting
Default for speakers set to “Small“ at “Speaker Configuration”. If set to
“LFE+Main”, this setting can be made regardless of the speaker
Reset the settings to the default values. size.
Multi-zone

• For speakers set to “Small”, sound below the crossover frequency

is cut from the sound output. The cut bass sound is output from the
Operating from the main remote control unit subwoofer or front speakers.
Adjusting with the main remote control unit using the test tones is • Always set the crossover frequency to “80 Hz”. When using small
Information

only possible in the “Auto” mode and only effective in the STANDARD speakers, however, we recommend setting the crossover frequency
mode. The adjusted levels for the different modes are automatically to a higher frequency.
stored in the memory.
GAdjusting using test tonesH
q Press [TEST].
Troubleshooting

Test tones are output from the various speakers.

w Use o p to adjust so that the volume is equal for all speakers.
e When the adjustments are completed, press [TEST] again.

• When the menu “Speaker Configuration” – “Surround Back

Specifications

Speaker” setting (vpage 30) is set to “1spkr”, the surround back

speaker display is set to “SB”.
• Speakers set to “None” in the “Speaker Configuration” settings are
not displayed.
• When “Channel Level” is adjusted, the adjusted values are set for all
the surround modes. To adjust the channel level separately for the
different surround modes, use the operation see page 63.

31 For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22).
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HDMI Setup s RGB Range h Power Off Control

Getting Started
Make settings for HDMI video/audio output. Make settings for RGB output range. Interlock power OFF with HDMI control.

F Menu screen F [Selectable items] [Selectable items] ON OFF

2.Manual Setup Normal : Use video range from 16 (black) to 235 (white).

Connections
1.Speaker Setup 2-2.HDMI Setup Enhanced : Video range from 0 (black) to 255 (white). Use this
2.HDMI Setup
setting to avoid black washout. • This can be set when “HDMI Control“ is set to “ON“.
3.Audio Setup Color Space
4.ZONE2 Setup YCbCr • Please consult the operating instructions for each connected device
5.Option Setup RGB Range
to check the settings.
Normal
When “YCbCr” is selected under “Color Space”, “RGB Range” will NOTE

Setup
Auto Lipsync have no effect.
ON : OFF • When the “HDMI Control” setting has been changed, always turn
off the power to the connecting devices afterwards and then turn

Playback
2-2.HDMI Setup back on.
• The “HDMI Control” and “Power Off Control” does not work
HDMI Audio Out d Auto Lipsync when the power to the equipment is off. Either power on or set to
AMP
Automatic compensation for timing shift in audio and video standby.

Remote Control
HDMI Control output.
ON : OFF • For details, see “HDMI Control Function” (vpage 62).
Power Off Control
ON : OFF [Selectable items] ON OFF

Multi-zone
a Color Space f HDMI Audio Out
Make settings for output color space. Select HDMI audio output device.

[Selectable items] [Selectable items]

Information
YCbCr : Output using YCbCr format. AMP : Use speakers connected to receiver for audio playback.
RGB : Output using RGB format. TV : Use speakers of TV for audio playback.

NOTE

Troubleshooting
When connected to a monitor with a DVI-D connector (HDCP When the HDMI control function is operating, the setting of audio
compatible) using an HDMI/DVI converter cable, the signals are output playback in the connected TV takes priority (vpage 62 “HDMI
in RGB format, regardless of this setting. Control Function”).

Specifications
g HDMI Control
Make settings for HDMI control function.

[Selectable items] ON OFF

Please consult the operating instructions for each connected device

to check the settings.

NOTE
For details, see “HDMI Control Function” (vpage 62).

For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22). 32
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Front
Audio Setup d Dolby Digital Setup
Getting Started

Select front speaker size. Set dynamic range for downmix playback of Dolby Digital
Make settings for audio playback.
[Selectable items] sources.
F Menu screen F
Large Small : Select front speaker size. [Selectable items]
2.Manual Setup
ON : Compression is used. Select this if sound from front
Connections

2-3.Audio Setup
1.Speaker Setup Subwoofer speakers is distorted.
2.HDMI Setup
3.Audio Setup 1.EXT.IN SW Level
4.ZONE2 Setup 2.2ch Direct/Stereo Select subwoofer use. OFF : Do not use compression. This is the recommended
5.Option Setup 3.Dolby Digital Setup
4.Auto Surround Mode setting.
5.EQ Preset
[Selectable items]
Setup

Yes No : Select subwoofer use.

• Set this to “ON” if the sound from the front speakers seems
Subwoofer Mode
Playback

distorted.
• When not using the center speaker or surround speakers, the
Select low range signal to be reproduced by subwoofer. playback sound is down-mixed and output from the front speakers.
a EXT. IN Subwoofer Level
[Selectable items]
Remote Control

Set the subwoofer level for playback.

LFE LFE+Main : Select subwoofer signal.
[Selectable items] 0dB +5dB +10dB +15dB f Auto Surround Mode
Crossover Make setting for memorizing surround mode setting for each
input signal type.
Select crossover frequency from which subwoofer handles low range
We recommend setting to “+15dB”.
Multi-zone

signal. [Selectable items]

[Selectable items] ON : Memorize settings. Most recently stored surround mode is
automatically selected.
s 2ch Direct/Stereo 40Hz 60Hz 80Hz 90Hz 100Hz 110Hz 120Hz 150Hz
Information

Make speaker settings for 2-channel mode playback. OFF : Do not memorize settings. Surround mode does not change
200Hz 250Hz : Select crossover frequency.
according to input signal.

Setting Distance FL
• The auto surround mode function lets you store in the memory the
To change the settings, select “Custom”. Set distance from listening position to front left speaker.
Troubleshooting

surround mode last used for playing the four types of input signals
[Selectable items] [Variable range] 0.0ft ~ 60.0ft listed below.
q Analog and PCM 2-channel signals
Basic : Use the same settings as in “Speaker Setup”. w Dolby Digital and DTS 2-channel signals
Distance FR e Dolby Digital and DTS multi-channel signals
Custom : Make separate settings for 2-channel mode.
Set distance from listening position to front right speaker. r Multi-channel signals other than Dolby Digital and DTS (PCM,
Specifications

etc.)
[Variable range] 0.0ft ~ 60.0ft • When playing in the PURE DIRECT mode, the surround mode does
not change even if the input signal is changed.
NOTE
Set the distance between the listening position and the various
speakers to no more than 20.0 ft (6.00 meters).

33 For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22).
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Manual EQ
g EQ Preset ZONE2 Setup

Getting Started
Set MultEQ related settings and Manual EQ beforehand. Adjust tonal quality for each speaker using graphic equalizer.
Make settings for audio playback in a ZONE2 system.
n Default
EQ Customize Reset the settings to the default values. F Menu screen F

When MultEQ® and Manual EQ you are not using are preset, MultiEQ
n Base Curve Copy 2.Manual Setup

Connections
Copy the MultEQ “Audyssey Flat” correction curve. 2-4.ZONE2 Setup
can be skipped when selected on the main unit or main remote control 1.Speaker Setup
2.HDMI Setup
unit. 3.Audio Setup Level Lch : 0dB
4.ZONE2 Setup Rch : 0dB
n Before running Auto Setup 5.Option Setup Vol.Limit : OFF
“Base Curve Copy” is displayed after the auto setup procedure has Power On Lev.: Last
been performed. Mute Lev. : Full
[Selectable items]

Setup
Manual : Used Not Used n Adjust CH

Playback
q Select speaker adjustment method.
n After running Auto Setup
[Selectable items] NOTE
[Selectable items]
“ZONE2 Setup” is displayed when ZONE2 is selected with “Amp
Audyssey Byp. L/R : Used Not Used Each CH : Adjust tonal quality for each speaker separately. Assign” (vpage 35).

Remote Control
Audyssey Flat : Used Not Used L/R CH : Adjust tonal quality for each L/R speaker pair.

Manual : Used Not Used All CH : Adjust tonal quality for all speakers together.
a Level Lch
Select the speaker and frequency band and adjust the level.
w 
Direct Mode Adjust the left channel output level.
[Selectable items] 63Hz 125Hz 250Hz 500Hz 1kHz

Multi-zone
Select “MultEQ” use for DIRECT or PURE DIRECT mode.
2kHz 4kHz 8kHz 16kHz [Variable range] –12dB ~ 0dB ~ +12dB
[Selectable items]
ON : Use “MultEQ”. [Variable range] –20dB ~ 0dB ~ +6dB

Information
OFF : Do not use “MultEQ”. s Level Rch
Adjust the right channel output level.

[Variable range] –12dB ~ 0dB ~ +12dB

Troubleshooting
Specifications
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22). 34
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d Volume Limit Option Setup s Volume Control

Getting Started

Make a setting for maximum volume. Make various other settings. Set the MAIN ZONE volume setting.

[Selectable items] F Menu screen F Volume Limit

OFF : Do not set a maximum volume. 2.Manual Setup
Make a setting for maximum volume.
Connections

–20dB : Set the maximum volume to –20 dB. 1.Speaker Setup 2-5.Option Setup
2.HDMI Setup 1.Amp Assign [Selectable items]
–10dB : Set the maximum volume to –10 dB. 3.Audio Setup 2.Vol.Control
4.ZONE2 Setup 3.Source Delete
5.Option Setup 4.On-Screen Display OFF : Do not set a maximum volume.
0dB : Set the maximum volume to 0 dB. 5.Quick Select Name
6.Remote ID Setup –20dB : Set the maximum volume to –20 dB.
Setup

7.2Way Remote
8.Display –10dB : Set the maximum volume to –10 dB.
9.Setup Lock
0dB
Playback

: Set the maximum volume to 0 dB.

f Power On Level
Define the volume setting that is active when the power is turned
on. a Amp Assign Power On Level
Remote Control

Define how the amplifier for the surround back speaker channels This sets the volume set when the MAIN ZONE’s power is turned
[Selectable items] is used. on.
Last : Use the memorized setting from the last session.
The places where the surround back amplifier are used can be set [Selectable items]
––– : Always use the muting on condition when power freely according to the usage environment. This makes it possible to
Last : Use the memorized setting from the last session.
is turned on. output sound to rooms other than the room (the MAIN ZONE) where
–––
Multi-zone

surround playback is performed (multi-zone playback) or play the sound : Always use the muting on condition when power
[Variable range] with high quality using the front speakers (bi-amp connections). is turned on.
–70dB ~ +18dB : Set the volume level when the power is turned on
[Selectable items] [Variable range]
in units of 1 dB.
7.1ch : The surround back channel is output from the –80dB ~ +18dB : Set the volume level when the power is turned on
Information

speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/AMP in units of 1 dB.

ASSIGN terminals.
g Mute Level Mute Level
Set the amount of attenuation when muting is on. ZONE2 : When ZONE2 power is on, the ZONE2 channel
is output from speakers connected to the SURR. This sets the amount of attenuation of the volume when the mute
Troubleshooting

[Selectable items] BACK/AMP ASSIGN terminals. mode is set in the MAIN ZONE.

Full : The sound is cut off entirely. FrontA Bi-Amp : The Front A channel for Bi-Amp use is output from [Selectable items]
the speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/AMP
–40dB : The sound is attenuated by 40 dB. ASSIGN terminals. Full : The sound is cut off entirely.

–20dB : The sound is attenuated by 20 dB. FrontB Bi-Amp : The Front B channel for Bi-Amp use is output from –40dB : The sound is attenuated by 40 dB.
Specifications

the speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/AMP –20dB : The sound is attenuated by 20 dB.
ASSIGN terminals.

For details, see “Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations”

(vpage 69 ~ 72).

35 For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22).
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Master Volume
d Source Delete g Quick Select Name

Getting Started
Remove input sources that are not used from the display. Master volume display during adjustment. Change the Quick Select name.
[Selectable items] Up to 16 characters can be input.
[Selectable items]
ON : Turn display on. [Input characters]
ON : Use this source.
OFF A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 ! # % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; = “ ? @ [ \ ] (space)

Connections
: Turn display off.
Delete : Do not use this source.
Tuner Information Default
Default Reset the settings to the default values.
This sets the time the on-screen display is displayed when a tuner
Reset the settings to the default values. operation is performed.

Setup
[Selectable items]
NOTE h Remote ID Setup

Playback
• Input sources being used in the various zones cannot be deleted. Always : Show display continuously. Set remote control ID.
• Input sources set to “Delete” cannot be selected using SOURCE
30sec : Show display for 30 seconds after operation.
SELECT.
10sec : Show display for 10 seconds after operation.
[Selectable items] 1 2 3 4

Remote Control
OFF : Turn display off. NOTE
f On-Screen Display When using the AVR-1909 with only the included remote control
Make on-screen display related settings. iPod Information unit (RC-1099), use Remote ID “1” (default).
See page 9 for more information on on-screen displays due to When using a separately sold remote control unit (RC-7000CI, etc.),
This sets the time the on-screen display is displayed when an iPod this function can be used. Match the ID setting of the remote control
input signals.

Multi-zone
operation is performed. unit and the receiver.

Screensaver [Selectable items]

Make screensaver settings. Always : Show display continuously.

j 2Way Remote

Information
Use the screensaver to prevent burn-in on the monitor screen. 30sec : Show display for 30 seconds after operation.
When set to “ON”, the screensaver is activated if there is no activity Make setting for 2-way remote control unit.
for about 3 minutes. 10sec : Show display for 10 seconds after operation.
[Selectable items]
[Selectable items] OFF : Turn display off.
Used : Use 2-way remote control.

Troubleshooting
ON : Activate the screensaver if there is no activity for about 3
Display Mode
minutes. Not Used : Do not use 2-way remote control.
Select the on-screen display’s display mode.
OFF : Turn the screensaver function off.
[Selectable items] When using a 2-way remote control unit (RC-7000CI and RC-7001RCI,
Mode1 : If there is no video signal, flickering of the on-screen sold separately), set this to “Used”.

Specifications
When “Screensaver” is set to “ON”, the screensaver is activated if display is not prevented.
no operation is performed for about 3 minutes.
When you press uio p, the screen saver is cancelled and the Mode2 : Prevents flickering of the on-screen display when there is
screen before that screen saver started is displayed. no video signal.
Use this mode if the on-screen display does not appear
in the Mode 1, as may happen according to the TV being
Text
used.
Input source and mode display.

[Selectable items]
ON : Turn display on.
OFF : Turn display off.

For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22). 36
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k Display l Setup Lock

Getting Started

Adjust display brightness of the receiver. Protect settings from inadvertent change.

[Selectable items] [Selectable items]

Bright : Normal display brightness. ON : Turn protection on.
Connections

Dim : Reduced display brightness. OFF : Turn protection off.

Dark : Very low display brightness.
OFF : Display is off unless controls are operated. • When “Setup Lock” is set to “ON”, the settings listed below can
Setup

no longer be changed. Also, “SETUP LOCKED!” is displayed if you

Operating from the main unit attempt to operate related settings.
⋅ RESTORER
Press <DIMMER>.
Playback

⋅ Night Mode
Bright Dim
⋅ MultEQ
OFF Dark ⋅ Dynamic EQ
⋅ Dynamic Volume
Remote Control

⋅ Channel Level
⋅ Audio Delay
When setting to “OFF”, the display brightness of the menu setting in • To cancel the setting, press <MENU> or [A.MENU] to re-display the
operation changes to “Dark”. “Setup Lock” screen, then change the setting to “OFF”.
Multi-zone
Information
Troubleshooting
Specifications

37 For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22).
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Getting Started
Input Setup
Use this procedure to select the input source and make the settings n CD, CDR/TAPE, DVD, HDP, TV/CBL, VCR, V.AUX
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual related to playing input sources.
This menu is for “CD”, “CDR/TAPE”, “DVD”, “HDP”, “TV/CBL”,

Connections
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control “VCR”, “V.AUX”.
n TUNER (FM/AM)
unit BUTTON
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON> This menu is for “TUNER”. F Menu screen F
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON] F Menu screen F
3.Input Setup
CD

Setup
3.Input Setup
TUNER Displayed when 1.Assign
2.Video
[FM/AM TU] source name is
VIDEO SELECT ui 1.Auto Preset
3.Input Mode

Playback
2.Preset Skip changed with 4.Rename
5.Source Level
3.Preset Name “Rename”.
4.Video
5.Input Mode
6.Rename

Remote Control
7.Source Level
b The menu settings below can be made for these input sources
when “iPod Dock” is set to “Assign”.
n XM 3.Input Setup
This menu is for “XM”. VCR
[VCR/iPod]
1.Assign 3-6.iPod

Multi-zone
F Menu screen F 2.Video
3.Input Mode
INPUT MODE ENTER, op 3.Input Setup
XM
4.Rename Repeat Mode : All
5.Source Level
6.iPod
[Rear] 1.Preset Skip Shuffle Mode : OFF
VIDEO 2.Antenna Aiming

Information
3.Video
SELECT 4.Input Mode
5.Rename
6.Source Level
INPUT MODE
uiop

Troubleshooting
Changing the input source within Input Setup
ENTER n SIRIUS
3.Input Setup Press u to align the
This menu is for “SIRIUS”. CD
cursor with the top
F Menu screen F 1.Assign right of the menu
2.Video
3.Input Setup 3.Input Mode screen, and press o

Specifications
SIRIUS 4.Rename
5.Source Level
p to change the input
1.Preset Skip source.
2.Parental Lock
3.Antenna Aiming
4.Assign
5.Video
6.Input Mode
7.Rename
8.Source Level
The input source currently selected in the MAIN ZONE is not changed
even when the input source within Input Setup is changed.

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NOTE
Settings Related to Playing Input d Preset Name
Getting Started

• It is not possible to select HDMI input signals.

Assign name to a preset memory.
Sources Names containing up to 8 characters can be input.
• When playing HDMI video input signals, the analog video signal of
another input source cannot be selected for the HDMI video output.
• Input sources for which “Delete” is selected at “Source Delete”
a Auto Preset A1 ~ G8 cannot be selected.
Connections

• When “HDP” is set to “None” with “Input Setup” – “Assign” –

Use the auto preset function to program radio stations. Select the preset memory number.
“Component In” from the menu, you cannot set “Video Select” to
[Input source] TUNER “HDP”.
[Input source] TUNER
[Characters that can be input] Convert
Setup

[Selectable items]
A~Z a~z 0~9 ! # % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; = “ ? @ [ \ ] (space) Automatically convert video input signal to monitor output format.
Start : Start the auto preset process.
[Input source] DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
Playback

[Selectable items]
If an FM station cannot be preset automatically, select the desired f Video
station by tuning it in manually, then preset it manually. Setting the video source. ON : Enable conversion.
Remote Control

OFF : Disable conversion.

Video Select NOTE
s Preset Skip Switch video input source while listening to audio signal. • When a non-standard video signal from a game machine or some
Set the preset memories that you do not want to display when
other source is input, the video conversion function might not
tuning. [Input source] TUNER CD CDR/TAPE DVD HDP
Multi-zone

operate. If this happens, please set the conversion mode to “OFF”.

TV/CBL VCR V.AUX XM SIRIUS • When “Convert” is set to “OFF”, the video conversion function does
A~G not operate. In this case, connect to a monitor via the same type of
[Selectable items] terminal as the video input terminal.
Select the preset channel(s) you do not want to display.
Information

[Input source] TUNER XM SIRIUS DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX :

Select video input source to view.
[Selectable items] Source :
ON : Display this number.
Troubleshooting

The video and audio for the same input source are played.
Skip : Skip this number.
Operating from the main unit or main remote
control unit
Press VIDEO SELECT until the desired picture appears.
If you set “Block Presets” to “Skip”, you can skip the preset memory
b To cancel, press VIDEO SELECT to select “Source”.
blocks (A to G).
Specifications

39 For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22).
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i/p Scaler Progressive Mode

Getting Started
Make settings for i/p scaler function. Select optimum progressive mode for video material.

[Input source] DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX [Input source] DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX

[Selectable items] [Selectable items]

Connections
A to H : Use i/p scaler function for analog video signal. Auto : Automatically detect video material type.
OFF : Do not use i/p scaler function. Video1 : Select mode suitable for video playback.

NOTE Video2 : Select mode suitable for video and 30-frame film material
playback.

Setup
When the “Convert” setting is “OFF”, you cannot set “i/p scaler”.

Resolution

Playback
This can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to “A to H”.
Make settings for resolution of HDMI video output signal.
Aspect
[Input source] DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX

Remote Control
This sets the aspect ratio when outputting 480i/576i or 480p/576p
[Selectable items] input signals from the HDMI output connector.
Auto : Detect monitor panel resolution and automatically set
[Input source] DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
output resolution.
480p/576p : Output at 480p/576p resolution. [Selectable items]

Multi-zone
1080i : Output at 1080i resolution. Full : Output at 16:9 aspect ratio.
720p : Output at 720p resolution. Normal : Output at 4:3 aspect ratio.
1080p : Output at 1080p resolution.

Information
This can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to “A to H”.

This can be set when “i/p Scaler” is set to “A to H”.

NOTE

Troubleshooting
• It is not possible to convert “1080i” signals into “720p” format.
• It is not possible to convert “720p” signals into “1080i” format.

Specifications
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22). 40
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g Input Mode h Rename

Getting Started

Make input mode and decode mode settings for this source. • When a digital signal is properly input, the “ ” indicator lights on Change the display name for this source.
The selectable input modes depend on the input source and the display. If the “ ” indicator does not light, check the digital Names containing up to 8 characters can be input.
“Assign” setting (vpage 42). input connector assignment and the connections.
• The surround mode cannot be set if the input mode is set to “EXT. [Characters that can be input]
IN”.
Input Mode A~Z a~z 0~9 ! # % & ’ ( ) * + , - . / : ; = “ ? @ [ \ ] (space)
Connections

Set the input mode for this source. Operating from the main unit or main remote
control unit Default
[Input source] TUNER Press INPUT MODE. Reset the settings to the default values.
Each time you press the button, the input mode display will change.
Setup

[Selectable items]
z1 z2
Analog : Play only signals from analog input. Auto HDMI Digital
j Source Level
Playback

EXT. IN : Play only signals from EXT. IN input. EXT. IN Analog

Corrects the playback level of the selected input source’s audio
z1: This can be selected for input sources for which the menu input.
[Input source] XM “Assign” setting is set to “HDMI In”.
Remote Control

z2: This can be selected for input sources for which the menu [Variable range] –12dB ~ 0dB ~ +12dB
[Selectable items] “Assign” setting is set to “Digital In” (vpage 42).

Auto : Automatically detect input signal and perform playback. Decode Mode
For input sources for which “HDMI In” and “Digital In” are set at the
EXT. IN : Play only signals from EXT. IN input. Set the decode mode for this source. menu “Assign” setting, the analog input level and digital input level
Multi-zone

can be set separately.

[Input source] CD CDR/TAPE DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR
[Input source] CD CDR/TAPE DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR
V.AUX
V.AUX SIRIUS
[Selectable items]
Information

[Selectable items]
Auto : Detect type of digital input signal and decode and play
Auto : Automatically detect input signal and perform playback. automatically.
z1: Play only signals from HDMI input. (Excluding CD, CDR/ PCM : Decode and play only PCM input signals.
HDMI
Troubleshooting

TAPE and SIRIUS)

DTS : Decode and play only DTS input signals.
Digital z2 : Play only signals from digital input.
Analog : Play only signals from analog input.
• This can be selected for input sources for which the menu “Assign”
EXT. IN : Play only signals from EXT. IN input. setting is set to “HDMI In” or “Digital In” (vpage 42).
• Only set “PCM” and “DTS” when playing the respective signals.
Specifications

z1: This can be selected for input sources for which the menu
“Assign” setting is set to “HDMI In”.
z2: This can be selected for input sources for which the menu
“Assign” setting is set to “Digital In” (vpage 42).

41 For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22).
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Digital In iPod Dock
k Assign

Getting Started
Assign input sources to input connectors. Select digital input connector to assign to this source. Assign control dock for iPod to this source.

[Input source] CD CDR/TAPE DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR [Input source] CD CDR/TAPE DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR
HDMI In V.AUX SIRIUS V.AUX
Select HDMI connector to assign to this source.

Connections
[Selectable items] [Selectable items]
[Input source] DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX COAX1 : Assign COAXIAL 1 input connector. Assign : Assign iPod input.
[Selectable items] COAX2 : Assign COAXIAL 2 input connector. None : Do not assign iPod input.
HDMI1 : Assign HDMI1 input connector.

Setup
OPT1 : Assign OPTICAL 1 input connector.
HDMI2 : Assign HDMI2 input connector. OPT2 : Assign OPTICAL 2 input connector. • With the default settings, the control dock for iPod can be used

Playback
HDMI3 : Assign HDMI3 input connector. None : No digital input connector assigned. connected to the VCR (iPod) connector.
• Even if “iPod Dock” is set to “Assign”, if AVR-1909 and control dock
None : No HDMI input connector assigned. for iPod are not connected, the input is used as the normal input
Input CDR/
CD DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX SIRIUS source.
source TAPE

Remote Control
Input source DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
Default
COAX2 None COAX1 None OPT1 OPT2 None None
Default setting HDMI1 HDMI2 None HDMI3 None setting

l iPod
Component In
Make settings for “iPod” playback.
Select component video input to assign to this source.

Multi-zone
• With HDMI, the video and audio signals are transferred
simultaneously. When HDMI is assigned to an input source, the [Input source] CD CDR/TAPE DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR
audio signal switches to HDMI along with the video signal. To use [Input source] DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
with the digital audio input connectors assigned, set menu “Input V.AUX
[Selectable items]
Mode” to “Digital”.

Information
• When the AVR-1909 and monitor are connected with an HDMI cable, 1-RCA : Assign component video 1 input connector. Repeat Mode
if the monitor is not compatible with HDMI audio signal playback,
only the video signals are output to the monitor.
2-RCA : Assign component video 2 input connector. Make settings for repeat mode.
• The audio signals input from the analog, digital and EXT. IN connectors 3-RCA : Assign component video 3 input connector. [Selectable items]

Troubleshooting
are not output to the monitor.
None : No component video input connector assigned. All : Repeat all songs.
One : Repeat the current song.
Input source DVD HDP TV/CBL VCR V.AUX
OFF : Cancel repeat mode.
Default setting 1-RCA 2-RCA 3-RCA None None

Specifications
For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22). 42
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Shuffle Mode n SIRIUS Antenna Aiming Edit Lock Code
Getting Started

Make settings for shuffle mode. Display Condition Change the password.
Signal strength is excellent
n When DENON control dock for iPod ASD-1R or ASD-11R is Signal strength is good q Press ENTER.
connected Signal strength is weak w Input old password (4 digits) using uio p, and press ENTER.
[Selectable items] e Input new password (4 digits) using uio p, and press ENTER.
No signal
r Input new password (4 digits) again using uio p, and press
Connections

Songs : Shuffle all songs. ENTER. If the correct password is input, “Completed” is displayed,
and the new password is modified.
Albums : Shuffle songs from current album only.
A1 Parental Lock
OFF : Cancel shuffle mode.
For any channel, set the radio reception limits.
• If the old password is incorrectly input, “Incorrect Code” is displayed,
Setup

n When DENON control dock for iPod ASD-3N or ASD-3W

and proceed again from step q.
is connected [Input source] SIRIUS • If the password input is 3 digits or less, “Input 4-digit” is displayed,
[Selectable items]
Playback

Lock Setting and input again with a 4 digit password.

• If the new password is not correctly input, “Input Error” is displayed
ON : Shuffle mode on.
Set the channel radio reception limits. and the password does not change.
OFF : Cancel shuffle mode.
q Press ENTER.
Remote Control

w Using uio p, input the password (4 digits number) and press

ENTER.
This can be selected for input sources for which “Assign” is assigned e Select channel by pressing ui, and set the lock by pressing o
at the “iPod Dock” setting. p.
[Selectable items]
Multi-zone

Unlock : Do not lock selected channel(s).

A0 Antenna Aiming
Lock : Lock selected channel(s).
Check the XM and SIRIUS radio reception sensitivity.
b When a Parental Locked channel is tuned, “Code : [ ]” is
Information

[Input source] XM SIRIUS displayed, then input the password.

Satellite
• The default password is “0000”.
Indicate satellite signal strength. • If the password is wrong, “Incorrect Code” is displayed. Input the
Troubleshooting

correct password.
Terrestrial • While listening to the channel being played, you can also set parental
lock (vpage 59).
Indicate terrestrial signal strength.
NOTE
n XM Antenna Aiming You can set “Parental Lock” when the input source is “SIRIUS”.
Specifications

Display Condition
Signal strength is strong
Signal strength is good
Signal strength is marginal
Signal strength is weak
No signal

43 For details on how to select, set and cancel settings for each menu, see “Menu Operations” (vpage 22).
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Getting Started
Surround Modes
Select the mode to suit the source
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual q Standard Playback

Connections
Select the “Cinema”, “Music”, “Game” and “Pro Logic” modes at
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control This is the mode for enjoying surround sound according to the
menu “Parameter” – “Surround Parameter” – “Mode” (vpage
unit BUTTON program source.
47).
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON>
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON] n DOLBY PLgx or DOLBY PLg
Surround Playback of 2-channel Sources

Setup
Cinema : This mode is suited for movie sources.

Selecting the surround mode Music : This mode is suited for music sources.

Playback
Select by turning <SELECT/ENTER> or pressing [STANDARD]. Game : This mode is suited for games.
The mode switches each time the [STANDARD] is pressed.
Pro Logic : This is the Pro Logic playback mode. This can be

Remote Control
[Selectable items] selected when playing with a DOLBY PLg decoder.
DOLBY PLgx z When this mode is selected, “DOLBY PL” is
or : The signals are decoded in DOLBY PLgx or DOLBY displayed.
PLg for playback.
DOLBY PLg
n DTS NEO:6
DTS NEO:6 : The signals are decoded in DTS NEO:6 for Cinema : This mode is suited for movie sources.

Multi-zone
<SELECT/ENTER> playback.
Music : This mode is suited for music sources.
neural : It is possible to play analog input signals and PCM
[Rear] (2-channel, 48 kHz or less) in the surround mode.
This is the optimum mode for playing sources

Information
recorded in XM HD Surround (vpage 75).

z: DOLBY PLgx can be selected when surround back speakers are

being used.
DOLBY PLg can be selected when surround back speakers are

Troubleshooting
not being used.

[PURE DIRECT] [STANDARD]

[DIRECT/STEREO] [DSP SIMULATION]

Specifications

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Playing Multi-channel Sources w DSP Simulation Playback e Direct Playback

Getting Started

(Dolby Digital, DTS, etc.) The desired mode according to the program source and viewing
situation can be selected from among 7 DENON original surround
In the case of standard playback of multi channel sources, the AVR-
Selecting the mode
modes.
1909 recognizes the format of the multi-channel audio input signal and The surround parameters can be adjusted (vpage 76, 77) to Select by turning <SELECT/ENTER> or pressing [DIRECT/STEREO].
automatically operates the appropriate decoder for surround sound. achieve an even more realistic, powerful sound field.
Connections

[Selectable items]
[Selectable items]
STANDARD : Selecting the surround mode DIRECT :
In this mode the signals bypass the tone adjustment circuitry for high
Any of the surround modes in the “Display” column in the following Select by turning <SELECT/ENTER> or pressing [DSP SIMULATION].
quality sound.
table.
Setup

[Selectable items] The sound is output to the same channels as the input signal.
The mode changes depending upon factors such as the
• Input signal 5CH / 7CH STEREO z1 : This mode is for enjoying stereo sound Input signal Display
Playback

• Whether or not surround back speakers from all speakers. Analog signal /
are being used. PCM (2ch) /
ROCK ARENA : This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere
Dolby Digital source / DIRECT
Input signal Display of a live concert in an arena.
DTS source /
DOLBY DIGITAL
Remote Control

DOLBY DIGITAL JAZZ CLUB : This mode is for enjoying the atmosphere Other 2-channel digital signals
DOLBY DIGITAL EX of a live concert in a jazz club. MULTI CH DIRECT
(other than 2ch) /
DOLBY DIGITAL+PLgx CINEMA z2 : This mode is for playing monaural movie M DIRECT + PLgx CINEMA
DOLBY DIGITAL EX MONO MOVIE PCM (multi ch)
DOLBY DIGITAL+PLgx MUSIC M DIRECT + PLgx MUSIC
sources with surround sound.
DOLBY DIGITAL Plus (z4) DOLBY DIGITAL + M DIRECT 7.1
DOLBY TrueHD VIDEO GAME : This mode is suited for achieving surround
DOLBY HD+EX sound with video games.
Multi-zone

DOLBY TrueHD (z4)

DOLBY HD+PLgx CINEMA MATRIX : This mode lets you add a sense of expansion
DOLBY HD+PLgx MUSIC to stereo music sources. For details, see page 79.
DTS SURROUND
VIRTUAL : This mode is for enjoying surround
DTS+PLgx CINEMA
DTS (5.1ch) / effects using only the front speakers or
Information

DTS+PLgx MUSIC
DTS-ES Discrete 6.1 /
DTS-ES Matrix 6.1 /
DTS+NEO:6
headphones.
r Stereo Playback
DTS ES MTRX6.1 (z1) z1: “5CH STEREO” is displayed when “Surround Parameter” – “SB
DTS 96/24
DTS ES DSCRT6.1 (z2) CH Out” is “OFF”, and “Amp Assign” is set to except “7.1ch” Selecting the mode
DTS 96/24 (z3) (vpage 35, 48).
Troubleshooting

DTS-HD HI RES z2: When playing sources recorded in monaural in the MONO MOVIE Select by turning <SELECT/ENTER> or pressing [DIRECT/STEREO].
DTS-HD MSTR mode, the sound will be off balance with a single channel (left or
DTS-HD (z4) DTS-HD+NEO:6 right), so input to both channels. [Selectable items]
DTS-HD+PLgx CINEMA
STEREO :
DTS-HD+PLgx MUSIC
MULTI CH IN This is the mode for playing in stereo. The tone can be adjusted.
Depending on the program source being played, it may not be possible
Specifications

MULTI IN+PLgx CINEMA Sound is output from the front left and right speakers and subwoofer.
PCM (multi ch) to achieve a satisfactory surround effect. In this case, try other modes
MULTI IN+PLgx MUSIC to achieve a sound field suited to your tastes.
MULTI CH IN 7.1
NOTE When [DIRECT/STEREO] is pressed, DIRECT mode can be switched
z1 : This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Matrix 6.1” to STEREO mode.
and the AVR-1909’s “AFDM” setting is set to “ON”. When the input signal is DOLBY TrueHD, DOLBY DIGITAL Plus ,DTS-
z2 : This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS-ES Discrete HD you cannot select DENON original surround mode.
6.1”.
z3 : This is displayed when the input signal is “DTS 96/24”.
z4 : When a signal is input, the HD AUDIO indicator lights.

For details, see pages 78, 79.

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Operating from the main unit

Getting Started
Use <SELECT/ENTER> to select the surround mode. Parameter
n During PCM (2ch) / Analog / DOLBY DIGITAL (2ch)
DIRECT STEREO DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx
(DOLBY PRO LOGIC g) Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
Adjusting the parameters

Connections
7CH STEREO neuralz DTS NEO:6 Button located on both the main unit and the remote control

1 Press <MENU> or [A.MENU].

(5CH STEREO)
unit BUTTON
ROCK ARENA JAZZ CLUB MONO MOVIE The menu is displayed.
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON>
VIRTUAL MATRIX VIDEO GAME Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON] b To operate from the main remote control unit, be sure to set the
[SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO”.

Setup
z : It is possible to play analog input signals and PCM (2-channel, 48

2
kHz or less) in the surround mode.
Use ui to select “Parameter”, then press ENTER.
RESTORER MULTEQ <MENU> ui

Playback
n During Digital (Multi channel)
DIRECT STEREO STANDARD
(Dolby Digital, DTS, etc)
3 To change the setting:
Press ui to select the item you want to change, then

Remote Control
ROCK ARENA 7CH STEREO
(5CH STEREO) press o p to change the setting.
JAZZ CLUB MONO MOVIE b To return to the previous item, press RETURN.
b Select “Default Yes”, then press o to reset to the default
VIRTUAL MATRIX VIDEO GAME setting.

4 Press ENTER to enter the setting.

Multi-zone
DYNAMIC VOLUME RETURN ENTER, op
Playback in the PURE DIRECT Mode [Front]
This is the mode that recreates the original sound most faithfully, ENTER n To exit adjustment

Information
uiop Press <MENU> or [A.MENU] during adjustment.
providing extremely high quality sound.
[AUDIO DELAY] [NIGHT]
Press [PURE DIRECT]. DYNAMIC
MULTEQ
VOLUME
RESTORER

Troubleshooting
[SOURCE
• To cancel, press [PURE DIRECT] again.
• When in the PURE DIRECT mode, the on-screen display is not
CONTROL 1]
displayed and the display on the main unit is turned off.
• If the HDMI input connector is selected, video outputs are output in
[Rear]
the PURE DIRECT mode.
[MUSIC]

Specifications
• The channel level and surround parameters in the PURE DIRECT
mode are the same as in the DIRECT mode. [CINEMA] [STANDARD]
[A. MENU] ENTER
uiop
RETURN


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F Menu screen F s Cinema EQ
Surround Parameter
Getting Started

4.Parameter Soften the treble range of movie soundtracks for better understanding.
Adjust surround sound parameters.
1.Surround Parameter
2.Tone [Selectable items]
The parameters (items) which can be adjusted differ 3.Audyssey Settings
depending upon the following conditions. 4.RESTORER ON : “Cinema EQ” is used.
5.Night Mode
• Whether an input signal is present (when playing) or not 6.Audio Delay
Connections

OFF : “Cinema EQ” is not used.

(when stopped, etc.).
• The type of input signal
• The type of surround mode
d Dynamic Range Control
For details of which parameters can be adjusted in each Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds).
Surround Parameter
Setup

surround mode, see “Surround Modes and Parameters”

(vpage 76, 77). Adjust surround sound parameters. [Selectable items] Auto Low Mid High OFF
The adjustable parameters differ for the different surround modes
Playback

(vpage 76, 77).

n Surround Parameter This can be set in the Dolby TrueHD mode.
a Mode
s Cinema EQ
a Mode
Remote Control

f Dynamic Range Compression

d Dynamic Range Control Select the mode to match the source (cinema source, music source,
f Dynamic Range Compression etc.). Compress dynamic range (difference between loud and soft sounds).
g LFE
h Center Image n In the PLgx or PLg mode [Selectable items]
j Panorama [Selectable items] OFF : Turn dynamic range compression off.
k Dimension
Multi-zone

Cinema : This is the mode for cinema source. Low : Low setting.
l Center Width
A0 Delay Time Music : This is the mode for music source. Mid : Middle setting.
A1 Effect Level
A2 Room Size Game : This is the mode for game source. High : High setting.
Information

A3 AFDM (Auto Flag Detect Mode) PL

: Dolby Pro Logic playback mode (PLg mode only).
A4 SB CH Out
(This is the mode for 4-channel playback (front L, front R,
A5 SUBWOOFER ATT center, surround (MONO).) When playing DTS sources, this is only displayed for compatible
A6 Subwoofer software.
n Tone n In the DTS NEO:6 mode
Troubleshooting

A7 Tone Control [Selectable items]

A8 Bass
g LFE
A9 Treble Cinema : This is the mode for cinema source. Adjust the low-frequency effects level (LFE).
n Audyssey Settings
Music : This is the mode for music source.
S0 MultEQ [Variable range] –10dB ~ 0dB
S1 Dynamic EQ
Specifications

S2 Dynamic Volume
S3 Setting (Dynamic Volume Setting)
Operating from the main remote control unit
“Cinema” mode and “Music” mode crossover operation is executed For proper playback of the different program sources, we recommend
n RESTORER
with the main remote control unit. setting to the values below.
n Night Mode
Press [CINEMA] or [MUSIC]. • Dolby Digital sources: “0 dB”
n Audio Delay
• DTS movie sources: “0 dB”
• DTS music sources: “–10 dB”
The “Music” mode is also effective for movie sources including a lot
of stereo music.

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h Center Image A2 Room Size A4 SB CH Out

Getting Started
Assign center channel signal to front left and right channels for wider Determine size of acoustic environment. (Selectable displays during multi-channel source playback.)
sound. Select playback mode for surround back channels.
[Selectable items]
[Variable range] 0.0 ~ 0.3 ~ 1.0 [Selectable items]
Small : Simulate acoustics of a small room.
OFF : No signal is played from the surround back

Connections
j Panorama Med.S : Simulate acoustics of a medium-small room.
channels.
Assign front L/R signal also to surround channels, for wider sound.
Medium : Simulate acoustics of a medium room. MTRX ON : The surround channel signals undergo digital
If the surround effect seems weak, set “Panorama” to “ON”. Med.L : Simulate acoustics of a medium-large room. matrix processing and are output from the
surround back channels.
[Selectable items] ON OFF Large : Simulate acoustics of a large room.

Setup
z1
PLIIx CINEMA : Decoded in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Cinema mode,
surround back signal played.
k Dimension NOTE z2

Playback
“Room Size” does not indicate the size of the room in which sources PLIIx MUSIC : Decoded in Dolby Pro Logic IIx Music mode,
Shift sound image center to front or rear, to adjust playback balance. surround back signal played.
are played.
z3
[Variable range] 0 ~ 3 ~ 6 ES MTRX : DTS signal played with digital matrix
A3 AFDM (Auto Flag Detect Mode) processing.

Remote Control
z4
l Center Width Auto-select surround mode by source. ES DSCRT : Signal included in DTS-ES Discrete 6.1-channel
This function only works for software containing a special identification sources played.
Assign center channel signal to front left and right channels for wider signal.
sound. DSCRT ON : Mode for discrete playback of surround back
If the software being played is recorded in Dolby Digital EX or DTS-ES,
signals included in 7.1-channel digital discrete
it is played in 6.1-channels. If not, it is played in 5.1-channels.
[Variable range] 0 ~ 3 ~ 7 audio signals (DVD, etc.).

Multi-zone
[Selectable items] ON OFF z1: This can be selected when “Surround Back Speaker” is set
A0 Delay Time Example : Playing Dolby Digital software (with EX flag)
to “2spkrs” at the menu “Manual Setup” – “Speaker Setup”
– “Speaker Configuration” setting (vpage 29).
Adjust delay time to control sound stage size. • When “AFDM” is set to “ON”, the surround mode is automatically

Information
z2: This can be selected when “Surround Back Speaker” is set to
set to the DOLBY + PLgx CINEMA mode. “2spkrs” or “1spkr” at the menu “Manual Setup” – “Speaker
[Variable range] 0 ms ~ 30 ms ~ 300ms • To play in the Dolby Digital EX mode, set “AFDM” to “OFF” and Setup” –“Speaker Configuration” setting.
“SB CH Out” to “MTRX ON”.
z3: This can be selected when playing DTS sources.
A1 Effect Level z4: This can be selected when playing DTS sources including a

Troubleshooting
Adjust the strength of the surround effect. discrete 6.1-channel signal identification signal.
• Some Dolby Digital EX sources do not include EX flags. If the playback
mode does not switch automatically even when “AFDM” is set to
[Variable range] 1 ~ 10 ~ 15 Settings can also be made when [STANDARD] is pressed.
“ON”, set “SB CH Out” to “MTRX ON” or “PLIIx CINEMA”.
When using surround back speakers, adopt the following
• When the “Amp Assign” setting is “7.1ch”, and using the surround
settings.
back speakers, you can set “AFDM”.
q Adopt “7.1ch” for the “Amp Assign” setting.

Specifications
Set to a lower level if the positioning and sense of phase of the
• The default setting for the Amp Assign mode of AVR-1909 is
surround signals seems unnatural.
“ZONE2”.
w Adopt a setting other than “OFF” for the “SB CH Out” setting
of “Surround Parameter”.

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A4 SB CH Out
Tone Audyssey Settings
Getting Started

(Selectable displays during 2-channel source playback.)

Adjust the tonal quality of the sound. Select MultEQ, Dynamic EQ and Dynamic Volume.
Determine whether to use surround back speakers.

[Selectable items] A7 Tone Control S0 MultEQ

ON : The surround back channel signal is played. Turn tone adjustments off. Select the type of correction desired from the following list:
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OFF : The surround back channel signal is not played. [Selectable items] [Selectable items]
ON : Allow tone adjustment (treble, bass). Audyssey : Optimize frequency response of all speakers.
A5 SUBWOOFER ATT
OFF : Playback without tone adjustment. Audyssey Byp. L/R : Optimize frequency response of speakers
Setup

Attenuate subwoofer level when using EXT. IN mode.

except front L and R speakers.
[Selectable items] Audyssey Flat : Optimize frequency response of all speakers
Playback

ON : The input from the subwoofer channel is attenuated. The tone cannot be adjusted when in the DIRECT mode. to flat response.
NOTE Manual : Apply frequency response set with “Manual
OFF : The input from the subwoofer channel is not attenuated.
EQ” (vpage 34).
Usually use in this mode. When the “Dynamic EQ” setting is “ON”, setting is not possible.
Remote Control

OFF : Turn equalizer off.

A8 Bass
Set this to “ON” if the subwoofer channel level seems too high when Audyssey Audyssey Byp. L/R
Adjust low frequency range (bass).
playing audio signal. OFF Manual Audyssey Flat
[Variable range] –6dB ~ 0dB ~ +6dB
A6 Subwoofer
Multi-zone

Operating from the main unit or main remote

Turn subwoofer output on and off. A9 Treble control unit
[Selectable items] Adjust high frequency range (treble). Press MULTEQ.
Information

ON : The subwoofer is used. • When “Audyssey”, “Audyssey Byp. L/R” or “Audyssey Flat” is
[Variable range] –6dB ~ 0dB ~ +6dB
selected, “ ” lights.
OFF : The subwoofer is not used.
• After running Auto Setup, if the Speaker Configuration, Distance,
Channel Level, and Crossover Frequency have changed without
“Bass” and “Treble” can be set when “Tone Control” is set to “ON”. increasing the number of speakers measured, only “ ”
Troubleshooting

lights.

• “Audyssey”, “Audyssey Byp. L/R” and “Audyssey Flat” can be

selected after the auto setup procedure has been performed.
• After performing “Auto Setup”, the “MultEQ” setting automatically
Specifications

becomes “Audyssey”.
• If the settings of speakers for which “None” has been determined
at “Auto Setup” are changed, “Audyssey”, “Audyssey Byp. L/R” and
“Audyssey Flat” cannot be selected. Either perform Auto Setup
again, or return to the setting after running Auto Setup with “Auto
Setup” – “Parameter Check” – “Restore”.
• MultEQ and Manual EQ set to “Not Used” with “Manual Setup”
– “Audio Setup” – “EQ Preset” – “EQ Customize” (vpage 34) on
the menu, cannot be selected.
• When using headphones, “MultEQ” is set to “OFF”.

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S1 Dynamic EQ S2 Dynamic Volume S3 Setting (Dynamic Volume Setting)

Getting Started
Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound Audyssey Dynamic Volume solves the problem of large variations in Can be set when “Dynamic Volume” is set to “ON”.
quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception volume level between television programs, commercials, and between Set Dynamic Volume effect.
and room acoustics. Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in tandem with the soft and loud passages of movies.
Audyssey MultEQ to provide well-balanced sound for every listener Audyssey Dynamic EQ is integrated into Dynamic Volume so that as [Selectable items]
at any volume level. the playback volume is adjusted automatically, the perceived bass Midnight : High setting affects volume the most, causing all sounds

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[Selectable items] response, tonal balance, surround impression, and dialog clarity to be of equal loudness.
remain the same.
ON : Use Dynamic EQ function. Evening : Middle setting prevents loud and soft sounds from
[Selectable items]
being much louder and softer respectively than average
OFF : Do not use Dynamic EQ function.
ON
: Use Dynamic Volume. sounds.

Setup
The Dynamic Volume effect will be at the level of the
Operating from the main unit or remote control “Setting”.
Day : Low setting provides the least adjustments to the
unit loudest and softest of sounds.
OFF : Do not use Dynamic Volume.

Playback
Press DYNAMIC VOLUME. NOTE
Dynamic EQ / Volume : ON Dynamic EQ : ON / Volume : OFF Operating from the main unit or remote control • “Setting” can only be set when auto setup has been performed.
unit • “Setting” cannot be set in the following situations.
Dynamic EQ / Volume : OFF

Remote Control
⋅ If “Auto Setup” fails to be completed.
Press DYNAMIC VOLUME. ⋅ After running Auto Setup, when the number of used speakers has
Dynamic EQ / Volume : ON Dynamic EQ : ON / Volume : OFF increased from the number of measured speakers.
• “Dynamic EQ” can only be set when auto setup has been ⋅ If “Dynamic Volume” setting is “OFF”.
performed.
• After performing “Auto Setup”, the “Dynamic EQ” setting About Dynamic EQ

Multi-zone
“Green” “Red”
automatically becomes “ON”. Audyssey Dynamic EQ™ solves the problem of deteriorating sound
• “Dynamic EQ” cannot be set in the following situations. Dynamic EQ / Volume : OFF quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human
⋅ If “Auto Setup” fails to be completed. perception and room acoustics. Dynamic EQ selects the correct
⋅ After running Auto Setup, when the number of used speakers has frequency response and surround levels moment-by-moment at

Information
increased from the number of measured speakers. “Off” any user-selected volume setting. The result is bass response,
• When “MultEQ” is set to “OFF”, “Dynamic EQ” is automatically set tonal balance, and surround impression that remain constant
to “OFF”. despite changes in volume. Dynamic EQ combines information
• Before running Auto Setup and after running Auto Setup, if the from incoming source levels with actual output sound levels in the
number of speakers has increased or you pressed DYNAMIC • “Dynamic Volume” can only be set when auto setup has been room, a prerequisite for delivering a loudness correction solution.

Troubleshooting
VOLUME, “Run Audyssey” is displayed. In this case, either perform performed. Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in tandem with Audyssey MultEQ to
Auto Setup, or return to the setting after running Auto Setup with • “Dynamic Volume” cannot be set in the following situations. provide well-balanced sound for every listener at any volume level.
“Auto Setup” – “Parameter Check” – “Restore”. ⋅ If “Auto Setup” fails to be completed.
⋅ After running Auto Setup, when the number of used speakers has
NOTE increased from the number of measured speakers. About Dynamic Volume
When you set ”Dynamic EQ” to ”ON”, “Tone Control” and “Night • When “MultEQ” is set to “OFF”, “Dynamic Volume” is automatically Audyssey Dynamic Volume™ solves the problem of large variations

Specifications
Mode” are switched ”OFF”. set to “OFF”. in volume level between television programs, commercials, and
• Before running Auto Setup and after running Auto Setup, if the between the soft and loud passages of movies.
number of speakers has increased or you pressed DYNAMIC Dynamic Volume looks at the preferred volume setting by the user and
n Operating conditions for each function
• Dynamic EQ : When “MultEQ” is set to “ON”
VOLUME, “Run Audyssey” is displayed. In this case, either perform then monitors how the volume of program material is being perceived
Auto Setup, or return to the setting after running Auto Setup with by listeners in real time to decide whether an adjustment is needed.
• Dynamic Volume : When “Dynamic EQ” is set to “ON”
“Auto Setup” – “Parameter Check” – “Restore”. Whenever necessary, Dynamic Volume makes the necessary rapid
• Setting : When “Dynamic Volume” is set to “ON”
or gradual adjustments to maintain the desired playback volume
NOTE
S0 MultEQ level while optimizing the dynamic range. Audyssey Dynamic EQ is
“Dynamic Volume” and “Night Mode” cannot be used jointly. integrated into Dynamic Volume so that as the playback volume is
S1 Dynamic EQ
adjusted automatically, the perceived bass response, tonal balance,
S2 Dynamic Volume surround impression, and dialog clarity remain the same whether
S3 Setting watching movies, flipping between television channels, or changing
from stereo to surround sound content.

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RESTORER Night Mode Audio Delay

Getting Started

This function restores compressed audio signals to how they Optimized setting for late-night listening. Compensate for mismatched timing between video and audio.
were before compression and corrects the sense of volume of
the bass and treble to obtain richer playback sound. Set the dynamic range compression of the output audio. Delay audio.
This sets the delay time for audio signals.
[Selectable items]
[Selectable items]
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[Variable range] 0 ms ~ 200 ms

OFF : Turn night mode off.
OFF :
Do not use RESTORER. Low : Low setting. If you wish to adjust the “Audio Delay” while playing HDMI or
component video signals, press u to set “OSD” to “OFF”. This way
Mode1 (RESTORER 64): Mid : Middle setting. the audio delay can be adjusted while watching the picture. (Press u
Setup

Optimized mode for compressed sources with very weak highs. High : High setting. again to switch to the on-screen display.)

Mode2 (RESTORER 96):

Operating from the main remote control unit
Operating from the main remote control unit
Playback

Apply suitable bass and treble boost for all compressed sources. Press [AUDIO DELAY], then press o p to adjust audio delay.
Press [NIGHT].
Mode3 (RESTORER HQ): The “ ” indicator lights when “Low”, “Mid” or “High” is NOTE
Optimized mode for compressed sources with normal highs. selected. When operating by remote control, the onscreen display is not
Remote Control

OFF Low Mid shown.

The default setting for “iPod” is “Mode3”. All others are set to “OFF”.
High
When set to something other than “OFF”, “ ” is displayed.
• This cannot be adjusted when playing in the EXT. IN, DIRECT or
OFF Mode 1 Mode 2 NOTE STEREO mode (with “Front Speaker” set to “Large”, “Tone
Multi-Zone

(RESTORER 64) (RESTORER 96) • When the “Dynamic EQ” setting is “ON”, setting is not possible. Control” to “OFF” and “MultEQ”, “RESTORER” and “Night Mode”
• When a HD-Audio (DOLBY DIGITAL Plus, DOLBY TrueHD, DTS-HD) to “OFF”).
Mode 3
signal is input, the “Night Mode” can not be selected. • When the Auto Lipsync Correction function is operating, you can set
(RESTORER HQ)
within the range 0 ~ 100 ms.
• Store “Audio Delay” for each input source.
Information

Operating from the main unit or main remote

control unit
Press RESTORER.
Troubleshooting

About the RESTORER function

• Such compressed audio formats as MP3, WMA (Windows Media
Audio) and MPEG-4 AAC reduce the amount of data by eliminating
signal components that are hard for the human ear to hear. The
RESTORER function generates the signals eliminated upon
compression, restoring the sound to conditions near those of the
Specifications

original sound before compression. It also corrects the sense of

volume of the bass to obtain richer sound with compressed audio
signals.
• This is displayed on the menu and can be set when the input source
is selected to “XM”, or analog signals (including FM/AM and SIRIUS
signals) or PCM signals (fs = 44.1/48 kHz) are input.

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Getting Started
Information

Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Status Audio Input Signal

Connections
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control Shows information about current settings. Shows information about audio input signals.
unit BUTTON
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON> F Menu screen F F Menu screen F
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON] 5.Information 5.Information

Setup
1.Status 5-1.Status 1.Status 5-2.Audio Input Signal
2.Audio Input Signal 2.Audio Input Signal
3.HDMI Information Select Source:TUNER 3.HDMI Information Surround Mode:
4.Auto Surround Mode Name :FM/AM TU 4.Auto Surround Mode DOLBY DIGITAL EX

Playback
<STATUS> 5.Quick Select
6.Preset Station Surround Mode:
5.Quick Select
STEREO SIGNAL:Dolby Digital
fs :48kHz
Input Mode :Analog Format:3/2/.1
Offset:-4dB

Remote Control
1/4

[Items to be checked]
a MAIN ZONE Surround Mode : The currently set surround mode is displayed.
Shows information about settings for MAIN ZONE.
The items displayed differ according to the input source. SIGNAL : The input signal type is displayed.

Multi-zone
[Items to be checked]
fs : The input signal’s sampling frequency is
Select Source Name Surround Mode Input Mode displayed.
Format : The number of channels in the input signal (front,

Information
You can also display current status on the main unit’s display each Rec Select Video Select Source Level MultEQ surround, LFE) is displayed.
time you press <STATUS>.
Dynamic EQ Dynamic Volume Night Mode RESTORER etc. Offset : The dialogue normalization correction value is
displayed.
Flag : “MATRIX” is displayed if the input signal has

Troubleshooting
undergone matrix processing, “DISCRETE” if the
s ZONE2 input signal has undergone discrete processing.
Shows information about settings for multi-zone.
Dialogue normalization function
[Items to be checked] This is automatically activated when playing Dolby Digital sources.
This function automatically corrects the standard signal level for

Specifications
Power Select Source Volume Level individual program sources.
The correction value can be checked using <STATUS>.

The figure is the correction value when the standard level is

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HDMI Information Auto Surround Mode Preset Station

Getting Started

Shows information about HDMI input signals and monitor. Shows information about auto surround mode settings. Shows information about preset stations.
The surround mode for which the last memory function was used
F Menu screen F for the different input signal types is displayed. F Menu screen F
5.Information 5.Information
F Menu screen F
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1.Status 5-3.HDMI Signal Info. 1.Status 5-6.Preset Station

2.Audio Input Signal 5.Information 2.Audio Input Signal
3.HDMI Information Resolution 3.HDMI Information A1FM 87.50MHz
4.Auto Surround Mode 480p 1.Status 5-4.Auto Surround Mode 4.Auto Surround Mode A2FM 89.10MHz
5.Quick Select 2.Audio Input Signal 5.Quick Select A3FM 98.10MHz
Color Space 3.HDMI Information [Analog][PCM] 6.Preset Station A4FM107.90MHz
RGB 4:4:4 4.Auto Surround Mode 2CH:STEREO A5FM 90.10MHz
Setup

5.Quick Select A6FM 90.10MHz

Pixel Depth [Digital] A7FM 90.10MHz
8bits 2CH:DOLBY PLIIx cinema A8FM 90.10MHz
5.1CH:DOLBY/DTS SURROUND
Playback

5-3.HDMI Monitor Info. [Multi ch]

:MULTI CH IN [Input source] TUNER XM SIRIUS
Interface
HDMI
Support Resolution [Items to be checked] [Items to be checked] A1 ~ G8
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480i/p
576i/p
1080i:50Hz/60Hz Analog/PCM 2CH Digital 2CH Digital 5.1CH Multi ch
720p:50Hz/60Hz
1080p:50Hz/60Hz
1080p:24Hz

Quick Select
Multi-zone

a HDMI Signal Information Shows information about quick select settings.

The HDMI input signal information is displayed.
F Menu screen F
[Items to be checked]
Information

5.Information
Resolution Color Space Pixel Depth 1.Status 5-5.Quick Select
2.Audio Input Signal
3.HDMI Information
4.Auto Surround Mode 1.Quick Select 1
5.Quick Select 2.Quick Select 2
3.Quick Select 3
Troubleshooting

6.Preset Station
s HDMI Monitor Information
The HDMI monitor information is displayed.
1/2
[Items to be checked]
[Items to be checked]
Interface Support Resolution
Name Input Source Input Mode Volume Level MultEQ
Specifications

Dynamic EQ Dynamic Volume Front Sp Digital 2CH

Digital 5.1CH Multi ch Analog/PCM 2CH

For instructions on storing settings at Quick Select 1 to 3, see page

64.

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Getting Started
Playback

Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Preparations Operations During Playback

Connections
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit BUTTON Adjusting the Master Volume
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON> Turning the Power On
Either turn <MASTER VOLUME> or press [MASTER

1
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON] Press <POWER>. VOLUME].

Setup
The power indicator lights red and the power is set to the
standby mode. [Variable range] ––– –80.0dB ~ 18.0dB
<SOURCE SELECT> <MASTER VOLUME>

Playback
2
<SOURCE> PHONES jack Press <ON/STANDBY> or [ON/SOURCE]. NOTE
The power indicator flashes green and the power turns on.
The adjustable range will differ depending upon factors such as the
b Also press SOURCE SELECT when in standby mode, the power type of input signal and the channel level setting.

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turns on. In this case the input source is selected by remote
control unit. Turning Off the Sound Temporarily (Muting)
b Also press [QUICK SELECT] when in standby mode, the power
turns on. In this case Quick Select is selected. Press [MUTING].

Turning the Power Off

Multi-zone
q Press <ON/STANDBY> or [OFF]. • The sound is reduced to the level set at menu “Manual Setup” –
<POWER> <SPEAKERS> The power is set to the standby mode. “Option Setup” – “Volume Control” – “Mute Level”.
w Press <POWER>. • To cancel, press [MUTING] again. Muting can also be canceled by
<ON/STANDBY>

Information
The power indicator turns off, and so does the power. adjusting the master volume.
[Front] NOTE
[OFF] [ON/SOURCE] • Power continues to be supplied to some of the circuitry even when
[QUICK SELECT] the power is in the standby mode. When leaving home for long Listening with Headphones

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periods of time or when traveling, either press <POWER> to turn off
[SOURCE SELECT] the power, or unplug the power cord from the power outlet. Plug the headphones into the PHONES jack on the main
• When the multi-zone power is switched on, and you want to switch unit.
off the main zone power, press [OFF]. The sound from the speakers and pre-out connectors is automatically
cut.

[MASTER

Specifications
NOTE
VOLUME] Selecting the Input Source
Be careful not to set the volume too high when using headphones.
[MUTING] Select the source using SOURCE SELECT.
Turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [SOURCE SELECT] to switch Switching the front speakers
between input sources. Press <SPEAKERS>.
[Rear]
Front A Front B
[SOURCE SELECT] If “Rec Select” or “Video Select” is selected for the input source, Front A+B
press <SOURCE> before turning <SOURCE SELECT>.
NOTE
When you set to “Custom” with “Front Speaker Setup“, you cannot
operate <SPEAKERS> (vpage 31).

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Playing Video and Audio 4 Tune in the desired broadcast station.

Getting Started

Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual

Button located on both the main unit and the remote control Equipment q To tune in automatically (Auto Tuning)
unit BUTTON Press [MODE] to light the “AUTO” indicator on the display, then
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON> use TUNING to select the station you want to hear.
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON] Basic Operation w To tune in manually (Manual Tuning)
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Press [MODE] to turn off the display’s “AUTO” indicator, then use

<SOURCE SELECT> SHIFT <PRESET> 1 Prepare the equipment.

q Load the BD, DVD, CD or other software in the player.

TUNING to select the station you want to hear.

(vSee the operating instructions of the respective equipment.)

Setup

w To play a video equipment, switch the monitor input. • If the desired station cannot be tuned in with auto tuning, tune it in
(vSee the monitor’s operating instructions.) manually.
• When tuning in stations manually, press and hold TUNING to change
Playback

2 Use SOURCE SELECT to select the input source. frequencies continuously.

• The time (default : 30 sec) for which the on-screen display are
displayed can be set at “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “On-
Screen Display” (vpage 36).
Remote Control

3 Start playback.
(vSee the operating instructions of the respective equipment.)
Press uio p to return to the original screen.

<STATUS> BAND TUNING op ui Presetting Radio Stations

The remote control unit can be used to operate external devices.
(Preset Memory)
[Front]
Multi-zone

See “Remote Control Unit Operations” (vpage 65). Your favorite broadcast stations can be preset so that you can
tune them in easily. Up to 56 stations can be preset.

SOURCE SELECT [SAT TU1/2]

Listening to FM/AM Broadcasts 1 Tune in the broadcast station you want to preset.
Information

[TUNER]

SHIFT Basic Operation 2 Press [MEMORY].

Troubleshooting

TUNING
[CHANNEL+/–] 1 <SOURCE SELECT>
Either turn
select “TUNER”.
or press [TUNER] to
3 PressSHIFT to select the block (A to G) in which the
station is to be preset.

[SOURCE [SOURCE 2 CONTROL

[SOURCE CONTROL 1]
Set
2]
to “AUDIO” and [SOURCE
to “TUNER”. 4 Press <PRESET> or [CHANNEL +/–] to select the
preset number (1 to 8).
Specifications

CONTROL 1] CONTROL 2] (vpage 65 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)

[Rear]
3 Press BAND to select “FM” or “AM”. 5 Press [MEMORY] again to complete the setting.

[TUNER]
SOURCE SELECT
• To preset other stations, repeat steps 1 to 5.
[SAT TU1/2] • Stations can be preset automatically at menu “Input Setup” – “Auto
Preset” (vpage 39).
TUNING
NOTE
[MODE] Preset stations are erased by overwriting them.
BAND uiop
[MEMORY]

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XM Ready® Subscription
Listening to Preset Stations Checking the XM Signal Strength and

Getting Started
Once you have installed the XM Mini-Tuner Home Dock, inserted the
Radio ID
1 Press SHIFT to select the memory block (A to G).

XM Mini-Tuner, connected the XM Mini-Tuner Home Dock to your

1
XM Ready® audio system, and installed the antenna, you are ready Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [SAT TU 1/2]
to subscribe and begin receiving XM programming. There are three
to select “XM”.
2 Press <PRESET> or [CHANNEL +/–] to select the places to find your eight character XM Radio ID: On the XM Mini-

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desired preset channel (1 to 8). Tuner, on the XM Mini-Tuner package, and on XM Channel 0. Record

n Default settings
the Radio ID below for reference.
2 Press
display.
<STATUS> until “SIGNAL” appears on the

The display will switch as shown below, depending on the

Auto tuner presets reception conditions.
Note: The XM Radio ID does not use the letters “I”, “O”, “S” or

Setup
87.5 / 89.1 / 98.1 / 107.9 / 90.1 / 90.1 / 90.1 /
A1 ~ A8 Display Status
90.1 MHz “F”. Activate your XM Satellite Radio service in the U.S. online at
http://activate.xmradio.com or call 1-800-XMRADIO (1-800-967- GOOD Signal strength is good
520 / 600 / 1000 / 1400 / 1500 / 1710 kHz,
B1 ~ B8 MARGINAL Signal strength is marginal

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90.1 / 90.1 MHz 2346). Activate your XM Satellite Radio service in Canada online at
https://activate.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-GET-XMSR (1-877-438- 9677). WEAK Signal strength is weak
C1 ~ C8 90.1 MHz
You will need a major credit card. XM will send a signal from the NO No signal
D1 ~ D8 90.1 MHz satellites to activate the full channel lineup. Activation normally takes

Remote Control
E1 ~ E8 90.1 MHz 10-15 minutes, but during peak busy periods you may need to keep
F1 ~ F8
G1 ~ G8
90.1 MHz
90.1 MHz
your XM Ready audio system on for up to an hour. When you can
access the full lineup on your XM Ready audio system you are done. 3 Adjust the position of the antenna until “SIGNAL:
GOOD” is shown on the display.

Basic Operation
4 Press <STATUS> until the channel you want to check
(example: “XM001”) is displayed.

Multi-zone
Listening to XM Satellite Radio
Programs 1 Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [SAT TU 1/2]
to select “XM”. 5 Press TUNING and select channel 0 (XM000).
The radio ID is shown on the display.

Information
2 CONTROL
[SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” and [SOURCE
About XM Radio Set
Radio ID
XM is North America’s number one satellite radio company, offering 2] to “TUNER”.
an extraordinary variety of commercial-free music, plus the best in (vpage 65 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
premier sports, news, talk radio, comedy, children’s and entertainment

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programming, broadcast in superior digital audio quality coast to coast.
For more information, or to subscribe, U.S. customers visit xmradio.
com or call XM Listener Care at 1-800- XMRADIO (1-800-967-2346);
3 Use TUNING to select the channel.
When the channel is tuned in, the name of the song and artist
are displayed.
The strength of both the XM satellite and terrestrial signals can be
checked at menu “Input Setup” – “Antenna Aiming” (vpage 43).

Canadian customers visit xmradio.ca or call XM Listener Care at 1-877-

GETXMSR (1-877-438-9677).
XM Ready® Legal

Specifications
• The channel switches continuously when TUNING is pressed and
XM monthly service subscription sold separately. XM Mini-Tuner and held.
Home Dock required (each sold separately) to receive XM service. • The artist name, song title, category and reception level can be
It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, checked by pressing <STATUS>.
hack, manipulate or otherwise make available any technology or • The time (default : 30 sec) for which the on-screen display are
software incorporated in receivers compatible with the XM satellite displayed can be set at menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup”
Radio System. Installation costs and other fees and taxes, including a – “On-Screen Display” (vpage 36).
one-time activation fee may apply. All fees and programming subject Press uio p to return to the original screen.
to change. Channels with frequent explicit language are indicated with
an XL. Channel blocking is available for XM radio receivers by calling
1-800-XMRADIO (U.S. residents) and 1-877-GETXMSR (Canadian
residents). XM Service only available in the 48 contiguous United
States and Canada. ©2008 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights reserved.

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Presetting Radio Channels Searching Categories

Getting Started

Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual

(Preset Memory)
1 Press [o p].
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit BUTTON Your favorite broadcast channels can be preset so that you can
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON> tune them in easily. Up to 56 channels can be preset.
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON]

1 Tune in the broadcast channel you want to preset. Channel category

Connections

<SOURCE SELECT> SHIFT <PRESET> ui

2 Press [MEMORY]. 2 Use [o p] to select the category, then use [ui] to
select the desired channel.
Setup

3 SHIFT to select the block (A to G) in which the

Press
channel is to be preset.
• “LOADING” is displayed while channels or data are being received.
Playback

• Refer to “Troubleshooting” – “XM Satellite Radio” regarding other

messages (vpage 85).

4 Press <PRESET> or [CHANNEL +/–] to select the

preset number (1 to 8).
Remote Control

Listening to SIRIUS Satellite Radio

<STATUS> TUNING op 5 Press [MEMORY] again to complete the setting.
Programs
[Front] What is SIRIUS Satellite Radio?
Multi-zone

[SAT TU1/2] To preset other channels, repeat steps 1 to 5.

Simply The Best Radio on RadioTM with all your favorite entertainment
NOTE including 100% commercial-free music, plus superior sports coverage,
Preset channels are erased by overwriting them. uncensored talk and comedy, world-class entertainment, news,
weather and more for your car, home or office. For more information
Information

visit sirius.com or siriuscanada.ca

SHIFT
Sirius is available in the US for subscribers with addresses in the
TUNING Listening to Preset Channels continental US and is available in Canada for subscribers with a

1
[CHANNEL +/–] Press SHIFT to select the memory block (A to G). Canadian address. Required subscription plus compatible SIRIUS tuner
Troubleshooting

and antenna are required and sold separately. SIRIUS Programming is

subject to change. Visit sirius.com for the most complete and up-to-
uiop date channel lineup and product information. “SIRIUS” and the SIRIUS

[SOURCE [SOURCE
2 Press <PRESET> or [CHANNEL +/–] to select the
desired preset channel (1 to 8).
dog logo and related marks are trademarks of Sirius Satellite Radio Inc.
All rights reserved.

CONTROL 1] CONTROL 2]
Specifications

[Rear]

[SAT TU1/2]
TUNING

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Basic Operation Checking the SIRIUS Signal Strength Presetting Radio Channels

Getting Started
and Radio ID (Preset Memory)
1 <SOURCE SELECT>
Either turn or press [SAT TU 1/2]
Your favorite broadcast channels can be preset so that you can

1
to select “SIRIUS”. Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [SAT TU1/2] tune them in easily. Up to 56 channels can be preset.
to select “SIRIUS”.
2 CONTROL
[SOURCE CONTROL 1]
Set to “AUDIO” and [SOURCE
1 Tune in the broadcast channel you want to preset.

Connections
2]
2
to “TUNER”. Press <STATUS> until “SIGNAL” appears on the
(vpage 65 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
display.

3 Use TUNING to select the channel.

When the channel is tuned in, the name of the track and artist
The display will switch as shown below, depending on the
reception conditions. 2 Press [MEMORY].

Setup
are displayed. Display Status
EXCELLENT
GOOD
Signal strength is excellent
Signal strength is good 3 Press SHIFT to select the block (A to G) in which the
channel is to be preset.

Playback
WEAK Signal strength is weak
• The channel switches continuously when TUNING is pressed and
held.
NO SIGNAL No signal
4 Press <PRESET> or [CHANNEL +/–] to select the
preset number (1 to 8).

Remote Control
• The song title, artist name, composer name, category and reception
level can be checked by pressing <STATUS>.
• The time (default : 30 sec) for which the on-screen display are
displayed can be set at menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup”
3 Adjust the position of the antenna until “SIGNAL:
EXCELLENT” is shown on the display. 5 Press [MEMORY] again to complete the setting.

4 Press <STATUS> until the channel you want to check

– “On-Screen Display” (vpage 36).
Press uio p to return to the original screen.
(example: “SR001”) is displayed.

Multi-zone
To preset other channels, repeat steps 1 to 5.

5 Press TUNING and select channel 0 (SR000).

Channel No. and Sirius ID are alternately shown on the display.
NOTE
Preset channels are erased by overwriting them.

Information
SR000 SiriusID
************ Sirius ID Listening to Preset Channels
b Write your own SIRIUS ID for storage use.
Sirius ID : 1 Press SHIFT to select the memory block (A to G).

Troubleshooting
The strength of both the SIRIUS and terrestrial signals can be checked
2 Press <PRESET> or [CHANNEL +/–] to select the
desired preset channel (1 to 8).
at menu “Input Setup” – “Antenna Aiming” (vpage 43).

Specifications
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Searching Categories iPod® Playback

Getting Started

Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual

1 Press [o p].
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control The music on an iPod can be played by using the control dock for
unit BUTTON iPod (ASD-1R, ASD-11R, ASD-3N or ASD-3W sold separately).
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON> The operation can also be performed using the buttons on the main
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON]
SR001 Hits 1 unit or remote control unit while watching the menus.
CAT : Pops Channel category
Connections

iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.

<SOURCE SELECT> <STATUS> ui 2 Use [o p] to select the category, then use [ui] to
select the desired channel.
and other countries.
b The iPod may only be used to copy or play contents that are not
copyrighted or contents for which copying or playback is legally
Setup

permitted for your private use as an individual. Be sure to comply

with applicable copyright legislation.
• “UPDATING” is displayed while the encording code is being
Playback

updated.
• “SIRIUS UPDATING” is displayed when updating SIRIUS tuner
firmware.
• Refer to “Troubleshooting” – “SIRIUS Satellite Radio” regarding other
Basic Operation
Remote Control

1
messages (vpage 85). Make the necessary preparations.

<ON/STANDBY> ENTER, op q Set the iPod in the DENON control dock for iPod.
Parental Lock (vSee the control dock for iPod’s operating instructions.)
w Assign the control dock for iPod’s input.
[Front]
1
[OFF] Tune to the channel you want to lock. The input for the control dock for iPod is assigned to VCR by
Multi-zone

default.
[iPod]
2 Press [ENTER] for at least 3 seconds. MENU : ”Input Setup” – “Assign” – ”iPod Dock”
(vpage 42)
[2] “Code: [ ]” is displayed.
Information

[1]
3 Enter the 4-digit lock code using uio p.
When you enter the correct code, the corresponding channel is
locked.
2 Either turn <SOURCE SELECT> or press [iPod] to
select the input source assigned in step 1-w above.
[6, 7]
Troubleshooting

[8, 9]
ENTER 4 Press [ENTER].

uiop
OK to disconnect.
• Channels under Parental Lock cannot be tuned in by performing
[SOURCE [SOURCE
Specifications

Tuning Up/Down or by category search. (iPod screen)

CONTROL 1] CONTROL 2] • Channels stored in preset memory can be tuned in by the preset b If the screens above are not displayed, the iPod may not be
channel select operation, even if Parental Lock is applied. properly connected. Try connecting again.
[Rear] • When a channel to which Parental Lock is applied is being played,

3 CONTROL
[SOURCE CONTROL 1]
Set to “AUDIO” and [SOURCE
Parental Lock for that channel is cancelled by performing Step2.
[iPod]
• See “Edit Lock Cord” (vpage 43) for the method of changing 2] to “iPod/NETWORK”.
[TUNING+/–] Parental Lock Cord. (vpage 65 “Remote Control Unit Operations”)
• You can also set “Parental Lock” from the menu (vpage 43).
[MODE]
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4 Press [MODE] and hold it down for a 2 seconds or Listening to Music

Getting Started
more to select the display mode. • To check the name of the title, the artist or the album when playing
To switch between modes, press and hold down the button.
When remote mode is active, “Remote” is displayed. 1 Use ui to select the menu, then press ENTER or p
to select the music file to be played.
in browse mode, press <STATUS>.
• The folder name and the file name can be displayed in browse
mode. Only alphanumeric characters and certain symbols can be

2 Press ENTER or p.
[Selectable mode] Browse mode Remote mode displayed. Any characters that cannot be displayed are replaced with

Connections
Playback starts. “ . (period)”.
Display location Main unit display iPod display • The time (default : 30 sec) for which the on-screen display are
displayed can be set at menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup”
Playable Audio file S S
n Stopping playback temporarily – “On-Screen Display” – “iPod Information” (vpage 36).
files Video file S z1 S z2 During playback, press ENTER or [1]. Press uio p to return to the original screen.

Setup
Remote Press again to resume playback.
Active control unit S S
buttons (AVR-1909) n Fast-forwarding or fast-reversing Viewing Still Pictures or Videos on the
During playback, either press and hold [6] (to fast-reverse) or

Playback
iPod A S
[7] (to fast-forward). iPod
z1 : When using an ASD-3N or ASD-3W control dock for iPod. Photo and video data on the iPod can be viewed on the monitor.
n To cue to the beginning of a track Only for iPod equipped with slideshow or video functions. (When
z2 : Video may not be output, depending on the combination of
During playback, either press [8] (to cue to the previous track) or

Remote Control
ASD-1R or ASD-11R and iPod. using an ASD-1R or ASD-11R)
[9] (to cue to the next track).

• With the default settings, the iPod can be used connected to the
n To stop
During playback, either press and hold ENTER or press [2]. 1 Press and hold [MODE] to set the Remote mode.
“Remote iPod” is displayed on the AVR-1909’s display.

2
n Playing repeatedly Watching the iPod’s screen, use ui to select
VCR (iPod) connector. Press [TUNING –].
“Photos” or “Videos”.

Multi-zone
• Use the RESTORER mode to expand the low and high frequency
components of compressed audio files and achieve a richer sound. [Selectable items] All One OFF
The default setting is “Mode3” (vpage 51).
• Press <ON/STANDBY> or [OFF] and set the AVR-1909’s power to
the standby mode before disconnecting the iPod. Also switch the
MENU : ”Input Setup” – ”iPod” – “Repeat Mode” (vpage 42)
n Shuffling playback
3 Press [ENTER] until the image you want to view is
displayed.

Information
input source to one to which the menu “iPod dock” is not assigned
Press [TUNING +].
before disconnecting the iPod.
• When using an ASD-3N or ASD-3W control dock for iPod, refer to • When DENON control dock for iPod ASD-1R or ASD- • “TV Out” at the iPod’s “Slideshow Settings” or “Video Settings”
the respective manual to operate. 11R is connected must be set to “On” in order to display the iPod’s photo data or videos

Troubleshooting
[Selectable items] Albums Songs OFF on the monitor. For details, see the iPod’s operating instructions.
• When viewing an iPod video file, select “iPod” - “Video” in browse
• When DENON control dock for iPod ASD-3N or ASD- mode. (When using an ASD-3N or ASD-3W)
3W is connected
NOTE
[Selectable items] ON OFF
• Depending on the type of iPod and the software version,
MENU : ”Input Setup” – ”iPod” – “Shuffle Mode” (vpage 43) somefunctions may not operate.

Specifications
• DENON will accept no responsibility whatsoever for any loss of iPod
data.

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Getting Started

Other Operations and Functions

Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual Other Operations

Connections

• To cancel, press <ZONE2/REC SELECT>, then turn <SOURCE

Button located on both the main unit and the remote control SELECT> until “ZONE2 Source” is displayed.
unit BUTTON • Make a test recording before starting the actual recording.
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON> Recording on an External Equipment • Sources selected with the REC OUT mode are output from ZONE2
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON] (REC OUT mode) as well.
Setup

You can listen to one program source while recording a different • In the REC OUT mode, the remote control unit’s ZONE2 mode
program source. buttons cannot be operated.
• The “XM” digital audio output signals are not output from the

1
Playback

Press <ZONE2/REC SELECT>. OPTICAL2 output connector.

<SOURCE SELECT> “ZONE2 Source” is shown on the display.
NOTE

2 Turn <SOURCE SELECT> until “RECOUT Source” is • Digital signals are not output from the analog REC OUT connector.
Remote Control

displayed. • Recordings you make are for your personal enjoyment and should
The “ ” indicator lights. not be used for other purposes without permission of the copyright
holder.
ZONE2 Source ZONE2 TUNER ···· ZONE2 SIRIUS • Input sources for which “Delete” is selected at “Source Delete”
cannot be selected.
Multi-zone

RECOUT SIRIUS ······ RECOUT TUNER RECOUT Source

3
<ZONE2/REC SELECT> Turn <SOURCE SELECT> to choose the input source
to be recorded.
Information

4 Play the program source.

For operating instructions, refer to the respective equipment’s
operating instructions.
Troubleshooting

To record FM or AM broadcasts, select the broadcast (vpage

55).

5 Start recording.
For operating instructions, refer to the respective equipment’s
operating instructions.
Specifications


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Connections
Convenient Functions

Getting Started
Player compatible Television compatible with
with HDMI HDMI control function
HDMI Control Function control function "6%*0

When AVR-1909 is connected to a TV and player compatible with )%.* )%.* "6%*0 015*$"-
065 */ 065 065
HDMI control function, you can perform the following operations.

Connections
- 3
Settings other than AVR-1909 settings must be made on the
respective devices. (Check the operating instructions of each
device for details.) L R

• AVR-1909 power off can be linked to the TV power off step.

Setup
When you set “Output audio from amp” in the TV audio output setup
operation, you can switch the amp power on. L R

Playback
• You can switch audio output devices with a TV operation.
(When outputting from the TV speakers, output switches from
speakers connected to AVR-1909).
• You can adjust AVR-1909 volume in the TV volume adjustment

Remote Control
operation.
• You can switch AVR-1909 input source through linkage to TV input
switching.
• When playing the player, the AVR-1909 input function switches to
the function of that player.

Multi-zone
• When you want to listen to TV audio by AVR-1909, connect optical
digital or analog.
If the TV you are using has both connection jacks, use the optical

Information
digital connection.
• When using these functions set as follows: menu “Manual Setup”
– “HDMI Setup” – “HDMI Control” set to “ON” (vpage 32).

NOTE

Troubleshooting
When using the HDMI control function, do not assign HDMI input to “TV/
CBL” by setting “Input Setup” – “Assign” – “HDMI In” in the menu.

Specifications
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Operations
Channel Level
Getting Started

Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual

Button located on both the main unit and the remote control
unit BUTTON
1 Connect the HDMI to the AVR-1909 with equipment
compatible with the HDMI control function (vpage
62).
You can adjust the channel level either according to the playback
sources or to suit your taste, as described below.

1
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON> Press <SELECT/ENTER> or [CH SELECT / ENTER].
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON]

2 Put the power on for all the equipment connected to Channel Volume
Connections

the HDMI. FL 0.0dB SR 0.0dB

C 0.0dB SBR 0.0dB
FR 0.0dB SBL 0.0dB
<SPEAKERS>
3 Check the settings for all the equipment connected to SW 0.0dB SL 0.0dB

<INPUT MODE> ui the HDMI and make HDMI available to them.

Setup

Fader
b Please consult the operating instructions for the connected FRONT : REAR
equipment to check the settings.
Playback

b Steps 1~3 do not have to be repeated once started.

b Carryout steps 2 and 3 should any of the equipment be plugged
out. 2 Use ui, <SELECT/ENTER> or [CH SELECT / ENTER]
to select the speaker.
The speaker that can be set switches each time one of the
Remote Control

4 Switch the television input to the HDMI connected to

the AVR-1909.
buttons is pressed.

<POWER> QUICK SELECT <SELECT/ENTER>, 5 Switch the AVR-1909 input to the HDMI input source
and check if the picture from the player is ok.
3 Use o p to adjust the volume.

b In the case of a subwoofer, reducing the volume when it is at “–12

op dB” will change the setting to “OFF” (none).
Multi-zone

[Front]
QUICK SELECT 6 Put the television power on standby and check if the
AVR-1909 goes into standby. NOTE
When the input source is “iPod”, you cannot perform channel level
Information

setting.
If the AVR-1909 does not work please check the following.
• Is the menu “Manual Setup” – “HDMI Setup” – “HDMI Control”
(vpage 32) set to “ON”?
• Is the menu “Manual Setup” – “HDMI Setup” – “Power Off Control”
Troubleshooting

(vpage 32) set to “ON”? Fader Function

• Is the control function used for the television HDMI properly set? This function lets you adjust (fade) the sound from all the front or
(Check the television operating instructions for details.) rear speakers at once.
[CH SELECT/ • Should any of the operations below be performed, the interlocking

1 <SELECT/ENTER> [CH SELECT / ENTER]

uiop ENTER] function may be reset, in which case, repeat step’s 2 and 3. Press or .
• Menu “Input Setup” – “Assign” – “HDMI In” (vpage 42) setting
Specifications

has changed.
[Rear]

2 ENTER] <SELECT/ENTER> [CH SELECT /

• There is a change to the connection between the equipment and
Press ui, or
the HDMI, or an increase in equipment.
to select “Fader”.
NOTE
uiop
[CH SELECT/
When you power off AVR-1909, the HDMI control function does not
operate. Either power on or set to standby. 3 Use o p to adjust the volume of the speakers.
(o: front, p: rear)

ENTER]
• The fader function does not affect the subwoofer.
• The fader can be adjusted until the volume of the speaker adjusted
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Quick Select Function Last Function Memory

Getting Started
With this function, the currently playing input source, input mode, This stores the settings as they were directly before the standby
surround mode, MultEQ settings and volume can be stored in the mode was set.
memory. When the power is turned back on, the settings are restored to as
they were directly before the standby mode was set.

1 Set the input source, surround mode, MultEQ,

Connections
Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume, Front Speaker
settings and volume to the conditions you want to
store. Backup Memory
The various settings are backed up for about 1 week, even if the

Setup
Press and hold the desired QUICK SELECT until power is turned off or the power cord is disconnected.
“Memory” appears on the display.
The current settings will be memorized.

Playback
[Quick Select Defaults] Resetting the Microprocessor
Perform this procedure if the display is abnormal or if operations
Input Source Volume

Remote Control
cannot be performed.
Quick Select 1 DVD –40 dB When the microprocessor is reset, all the settings are reset to
Quick Select 2 TV/CBL –40 dB their default values.
Quick Select 3 VCR –40 dB

1 Turn off the power using <POWER>.

Multi-zone
• To call out the settings, press QUICK SELECT at which the desired
settings were stored.
• The Quick Select name can be changed (vpage 36). 2 <INPUT<POWER>
Press
MODE>
while simultaneously pressing
and <SPEAKERS>.

Information
NOTE Once the display starts flashing at intervals of about 1
Input sources stored with the quick select function cannot be selected second, release the two buttons.
if they have been deleted at menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” –
“Source Delete” (vpage 36). In this case, store them again.

Troubleshooting
If in step 3 the display does not flash at intervals of about 1 second,
start over from step 1.
Personal Memory Plus Function
This function sets the settings (input mode, surround mode, HDMI
output mode, MultEQ, Dynamic EQ, Dynamic Volume, audio delay
etc.) last selected for the individual input sources.

Specifications
When you switch to an input source, the settings are automatically
set to the ones that were set the last time that input source was
used.

The surround parameters, tone settings and the volumes of the

different speakers are stored for the individual surround modes.

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Getting Started

Remote Control Unit Operations

Main Remote Control Unit Operating DENON Audio Components

Connections

• The signals for the pressed buttons are emitted while setting the
(RC-1099)
1 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO”. preset memory. To avoid accidental operation, cover the remote
control unit’s transmitting window while setting the preset
memory.
[Front]

2 Set[SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the position for the • Depending on the model and year of manufacture, this function
Setup

component to be operated (CD, iPod/NETWORK or cannot be used for some models, even if they are of makes listed in
the list of preset codes.
TUNER). • Some manufacturers use more than one type of remote control code.
Playback

Refer to the included list of preset codes to change the number and
[SOURCE
CONTROL 1]
[SOURCE
CONTROL 2] 3 Operate the audio component. verify correct operation.
• The preset memory can be set for one component only among the
following: DVD/HDP and SAT/CABLE.
Remote Control

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

b While this remote control is compatible with a wide range of • VDP (Video Disc Player) can be preset when [SOURCE CONTROL 2]
infrared controlled components, it may be the case that some is set to “DVD/HDP”.
component models cannot be operated with this remote control.

Operating Preset Components

Multi-zone

[Rear] Presetting
• DENON and other makes of components can be operated by
setting the preset memory.
1 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.

• Operation is not possible for some models. b Set to the AUDIO side for the CD position, and to the VIDEO side
Information

for the DVD/HDP, VCR, SAT/CABLE or TV position.

[ZONE2 OFF] [MAIN ON]
[NUMBER] 1 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” or “VIDEO”.

b Set to the AUDIO side for the CD position, and to the VIDEO side 2 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the component you want
to operate.
Troubleshooting

for the DVD/HDP, VCR, SAT/CABLE or TV position.

2 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the component to be

registered.
3 Operate the component.

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

b Some models cannot be operated with this remote control unit.

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

Specifications

The indicator starts flashing.

Depending on the model and year of manufacture of your equipment,

some buttons may not operate. 4 Press [NUMBER] and input the 3-digit number of the
brand of the component to be preset. The numbers
are shown in the Preset Code Table (vEnd of this
manual).

5 To store the codes of another component in the

memory, repeat steps 1 to 4.

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Functions of Buttons by Component

Getting Started
n Front Device Blu-ray Video Disc Satellite TV
CD Player iPod Tuner DVD Player Video Deck Cable TV
operated Disc Player Player (VDP) Receiver (Monitor)
SOURCE
AUDIO VIDEO
CONTROL 1
[OFF] [ON/SOURCE] SOURCE iPod/

Connections
CD TUNER DVD / HDP VCR SAT / CABLE TV
CONTROL 2 NETWORK
[1], [2], [SHIFT], OFF – – – Power off Power off – – – – –
[3], [0], Power on / Power on / Power on / Power on / Power on /
ON/SOURCE – – – Power on Power on
[SKIP + / FAVORITE], Standby Standby Standby Standby Standby

Setup
[TUNING], 1 Play Play / Pause – Play Play Play Play
[6 7],
[SETUP], [uiop],

Playback
2 Stop Stop – Stop Stop Stop Stop
[8 9],
[AUDIO], [ENTER],
[CH +/–] SHIFT, 3 Pause – Shift Pause Pause Pause Pause
[DISPLAY],

Remote Control
[RETURN], 0,
b Favorites
SKIP + / Disc skip + – Disc skip – – –
[MENU/GUIDE] Direct Punch Punch Punch
FAVORITE
through through through
[SOURCE [SOURCE Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual Manual
CONTROL 1] CONTROL 2] TUNING, search search
Tuning
search search search search
(fast-reverse (fast-reverse (fast-reverse (fast-reverse (fast-reverse (fast-reverse
6 7 down / up
/ fast- / fast- / fast- / fast- / fast- / fast-

Multi-zone
forward) forward) forward) forward) forward) forward)
Switch
8 9, Auto search Auto search Tuner Auto search Auto search Auto search
channels
CH + – (cue) (cue) Channel – / + (cue) (cue) (cue)
(–, +)

Information
SETUP – – – Setup Setup – – – – –
Cursor Cursor Cursor Cursor Cursor
uio p – Cursor – – –
operation operation operation operation operation

Troubleshooting
Switching Switching
AUDIO – – – the audio the audio – – – – –
signal signal
ENTER – Enter – Enter setting Enter setting – – Enter setting Enter setting Enter setting
Switching Switching Switching Switching Switching
DISPLAY – – – – –

Specifications
the display the display the display the display the display
RETURN – – – Return Return – – Return Return Return
MENU / Calling out Calling out Calling out Calling out Calling out
– – – – –
GUIDE the menus the menus the menus the menus the menus

b The iPod/NETWORK’s FAVORITE button can be operated when using a control dock for iPod ASD-3N or ASD-3W.

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n Rear Device Blu-ray Disc Video Disc Satellite TV
Getting Started

CD Player iPod Tuner DVD Player Video Deck Cable TV

operated Player Player (VDP) Receiver (Monitor)
SOURCE
AUDIO VIDEO
CONTROL 1
SOURCE iPod/
CD TUNER DVD / HDP VCR SAT / CABLE TV
CONTROL 2 NETWORK
[NUMBER] Number Number
Connections

NUMBER Number input /

– – – input / Track input / Track – Channels Channels Channels
(0~9, +10) (0 ~ 9, +10) Track selection
selection selection
[TUNING +/–], TUNING
q CD q iPod
q Tuning up
q DVD q Blu-ray Disc q TV q TV q DBS q Cable q TV
[TV VOL +/–], [SETUP], (+, –) /
Random Random
w Tuning
Random Random Volume d Volume d Volume d Volume d Volume d
Setup

[uiop], w CD w iPod w DVD w Blu-ray Disc w TV w TV w DBS w Cable w TV

[MODE / TOP MENU], TV VOL (+, –)
Repeat Repeat
down
Repeat Repeat Volume f Volume f Volume f Volume f Volume f
[BAND / [AUDIO], Page search
PICTURE ADJUST], [ENTER],
Playback

mode (once)
[MEMORY / SUBTITLE] [DISPLAY], and Browse/
Switch
[RETURN] MODE,
–
Remote
search
Calling out Calling out the
– –
Calling out Calling out Calling out
TOP MENU mode the menus top menus the menus the menus the menus
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modes
switching
(Press and
hold)
SETUP – – – Setup Setup – – – – –
Cursor Cursor Cursor Cursor Cursor
uio p – – – – –
operation operation operation operation operation
Multi-zone

AUDIO – – – Audio Audio – – – – –

BAND,
FM / AM Picture
PICTURE – b1 Top menu Picture adjust – – – – –
switching adjust
ADJUST
Information

ENTER – – – Enter setting Enter setting – – Enter setting Enter setting Enter setting
MEMORY, b1 Favorite Preset
– Subtitle Subtitle – – – – –
SUBTITLE memory memory
Switching Switching the Switching Switching Switching
DISPLAY – – – – –
Troubleshooting

the display display the display the display the display

RETURN – – – Return Return – – Return Return Return
Default
DENON DENON b2 DENON HITACHI ABC HITACHI
setting – – – –
(111) (111) (121) (108) (007) (134)
(Preset code)
Special
q – – q, w q q, e q, e
Specifications

Remarks

GSpecial RemarksH
q Only one device can be set in the preset memory for each mode. When a new preset code is registered, the existing code is automatically
erased.
w For some brands, the DVD remote control buttons may have different function names. Check beforehand.
e One of the following buttons can be assigned to the TV and satellite receiver or cable TV: CD, iPod/NETWORK, TUNER, DVD/HDP, VCR
(vpage 68 “Punch Through Function”).
b1: This button can be operated when using a control dock for iPod ASD-3N or ASD-3W.
b2: The initial setting of Preset code is 111 (DVD Player).
With the Blu-ray Disc Player setting, when you have set the remote controller code to “DENON2”, use the Blu-ray Disc Player preset code
“121”.

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Punch Through Function Sub Remote Control Unit

Getting Started
[Front]
“Punch Through” is a function allowing you to operate 1, 2, 3,
0, 6, 7, 8 and 9 on CD, iPod/NETWORK, TUNER, (RC-1107)
DVD/HDP or VCR components when in the SAT/CABLE or TV The sub remote control unit (RC-1107) included with the AVR-1909
mode. By default, nothing is set. can be used as the exclusive multi-zone remote control unit.
b The following describes operation for the selected zone.

1 Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “VIDEO”.

Connections
• Turning the multi-zone power on and off
• Selecting the input source to be played
[1], [2], • Adjusting and temporarily muting the multi-zone volume

2 [SOURCE CONTROL 2] to the component to be

[3], [0], Set • Listening to the tuner (TUNER, XM and SIRIUS)
registered (TV or SAT/CABLE). • Operating an iPod (Note that the [FAVORITES DIRECT PLAY]
[6 7],

Setup
can only be used with the ASD-3N or ASD-3W.)
[8 9]
3 Press [MEMORY] and [RETURN] at the same time.

Playback
The indicator starts flashing.
[POWER OFF] [POWER ON]

[SOURCE [SOURCE 4 Input the number of the component you want to set.
[SOURCE SELECT]

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No.
CONTROL 1] CONTROL 2] [CHANNEL + / –] [VOLUME + / –]
CD 1
iPod/NETWORK 2 [TUNING + / –] [MUTE]
TUNER 3 [8], [9] [SHIFT]
DVD/HDP 4 [2], [1/3] [FAVORITES
DIRECT PLAY]

Multi-zone
VCR 5
No setting 0 [REPEAT]
[RANDOM]
[Rear]

Information
POWER OFF Power off
POWER ON Power on
SOURCE SELECT Switching the input source
VOLUME + / – Volume control
[NUMBER]

Troubleshooting
CHANNEL + / – Preset channel + / –
TUNING + / – Tuning + / –
MUTE Muting
SHIFT Switching the memory block
8 9 Auto search (cue)
2 Stop

Specifications
[MEMORY] [RETURN] 1/3 Play / Pause
REPEAT 1-track / All -track repeat play
RANDOM 1-track / album shuffle play
b When using a control dock for iPod (ASD-1R or ASD-11R),
[FAVORITES DIRECT PLAY] cannot be used.

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Getting Started

Amp Assign / Multi-zone Connections and Operations

The AVR-1909 is compatible with the following types of playback:
• Multi-zone playback (ZONE2) Setting 1 :
Connections

• Bi-amp playback (front speakers) F Multi-zone playback (Default Setting)

5.1-channel playback + ZONE2 stereo playback
NOTE
• For bi-amp playback, use speakers compatible with that type of connection. MAIN ZONE ZONE2
• When conducting bi-amp playback, remove the short-circuiting boards (or wires) from the speaker FL SW C FR
Setup

terminals.

Amp Assign mode:

Playback

Z2L Z2R
SL 5.1ch SR + ZONE2 (Default)
Multi-zone Settings with the Amp Assign Function Stereo

The amp assign function lets you assign the amplifiers for the different channels built into the AVR-1909 to
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the speaker outputs for the different zones.

Select the desired playback environment from among “Setting 1” to “Setting 3”, then set the corresponding
“Amp Assign” mode at menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “Amp Assign” (vpage 35).
Connect the speakers as described at “Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various
speaker terminals”. n Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various speaker
terminals
Multi-zone

Speaker terminal SURROUND BACK /

FRONT SURROUND
CENTER AMP ASSIGN
Amp Assign mode
R L R L R L
Information

ZONE2 FR FL C SR SL Z2R Z2L

Troubleshooting

When ZONE2 power is on, the ZONE2 channel is output from speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/
AMP ASSIGN terminals.
Specifications

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Setting 2 : Setting 3 :

Getting Started
F 7.1-channel playback F Making bi-amp connections for the FL and FR channels in the MAIN ZONE
and conducting 5.1-channel playback
MAIN ZONE
(switching with other modes not possible)
FL SW C FR

MAIN ZONE

Connections
FL SW C FR
Amp Assign mode:
7.1ch 7.1ch
SL SR
5.1ch
Amp Assign mode:
FL/FR

Setup
SL SR
Bi-Amp Front A Bi-Amp
SBL SBR Front B Bi-Amp

Playback
n Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various speaker
terminals

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Speaker terminal SURROUND BACK /
n Amp Assign mode setting and speakers connected to the various speaker
FRONT SURROUND terminals
CENTER AMP ASSIGN
Amp Assign mode Speaker terminal SURROUND BACK /
R L R L R L FRONT-A FRONT-B SURROUND
CENTER AMP ASSIGN
7.1CH FR FL C SR SL SBR SBL
Amp Assign mode

Multi-zone
R L R L R L R L
FR FL
Front A Bi-Amp FL-A/FR-A Bi-Amp
• Conduct with this setting during 5.1-ch playback without multi-channel play (Setting 1).
connection
• The surround back channel is output from the speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/AMP ASSIGN

Information
FR-A FL-A FR-B FL-B C SR SL
terminals. FR FL
Front B Bi-Amp FL-B/FR-B Bi-Amp
connection

Troubleshooting
The Front A or Front B channel for Bi-Amp use is output from the speakers connected to the SURR.BACK/
AMP ASSIGN terminals.

Specifications
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Remote
Multi-zone Settings and Operations with Zone
Getting Started

control unit

Output
Prepare pre-main amplifiers for ZONE2.

Connectors for audio output Audio signals

Connections

ZONE2 ZONE2 OUT Stereo

MAIN ZONE (7.1-channel system) ZONE2

Setup

Monitor
Pre-main amplifier
y
Playback

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$
Blu-ray Disc player
/ DVD player AVR-1909
Remote Control

Input ZONE2
audio output

4- 43

Remote 4# 4#
Multi-zone

control unit - 3

: Multi-zone audio cable

Information
Troubleshooting
Specifications

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Multi-zone Operations Adjusting the Volume

Getting Started
Symbols used to indicate buttons in this manual
Button located on both the main unit and the remote control GOperation on the main unitH
unit BUTTON q Press <ZONE2/REC SELECT> and select the zone to be adjusted.
Button only on the main unit <BUTTON> Turning the Power On and Off w Turn <VOLUME> to adjust.
Button only on the remote control unit [BUTTON]
GOperation on the main unitH GOperation on the remote control unitH

Connections
Press <ZONE2 ON/OFF>. q Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” and [SOURCE CONTROL 2]
<SOURCE SELECT> <VOLUME> When the power turns on, the multi-zone indicator ( ) lights on to “ZONE2” (main remote control unit).
the display. w Press [VOLUME].
GOperation on the remote control unitH [Variable range] ––– –70dB ~ –40dB ~ 18dB

Setup
Press [ZONE2 ON] or [ZONE2 OFF].

Playback
• Also press [SOURCE SELECT] when in standby mode, the power • The volume can be increased up to the value set at menu “Manual
turns on. Setup” – “ZONE2 Setup” – “Volume Limit” (vpage 35).
• When using ZONE2, it is possible to turn the power for the MAIN • The ZONE2 volume can be adjusted only when “ZONE2” is selected
ZONE only on or off by pressing [MAIN ON] or [MAIN OFF]. at menu “Manual Setup” – “Option Setup” – “Amp Assign”

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(vpage 35).
<ZONE2 ON/OFF>
<ZONE2/REC SELECT> Selecting the Input Source Turning off the Sound Temporarily
[Front] [Rear]
GOperation on the main unitH

Multi-zone
[SOURCE q Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” and [SOURCE CONTROL 2]
[ZONE2 OFF] q Press <ZONE2/REC SELECT> and select the zone to be adjusted.
to “ZONE2” (main remote control unit).
SELECT] [ZONE2 ON] w Turn <SOURCE SELECT>.
w Press [MUTING].
[MAIN ON] GOperation on the remote control unitH The sound is reduced to the level set at menu “Manual Setup”
[MAIN OFF] – “ZONE2 Setup” – “Mute Level” (vpage 35).

Information
q Set [SOURCE CONTROL 1] to “AUDIO” and [SOURCE CONTROL 2]
to “ZONE2” (main remote control unit). To cancel, either adjust the volume or press [MUTING] again.

[VOLUME] [SOURCE w Press [SOURCE SELECT]. The setting is canceled when the zone’s power is turned off.
SELECT]
[MUTING]

Troubleshooting
With ZONE2, only the The source selected for ZONE2 is also output from the recording
buttons indicated in this output connectors.
[SOURCE illustration can be operated.
CONTROL 2] NOTE
NOTE Digital audio signals input from the COAXIAL, OPTICAL or HDMI
[SOURCE Buttons other than these connectors cannot be played in multi-zone.
CONTROL 1]

Specifications
cannot be operated.

(Main remote control unit)

[ZONE2 OFF] [ZONE2 ON]

[SOURCE SELECT]
[VOLUME]
[MUTING]
(Sub remote control unit)


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Getting Started

Other Information
Number of surround back speakers w Setting for primarily watching movies using diffusion type
About Speaker Installation speakers for the surround speakers
Connections

We recommend using 2 speakers. For the greatest sense of surround sound envelopment, diffuse
When using dipolar speakers in particular, be sure to use 2 speakers. radiation speakers such as bipolar types, or dipolar types, provide
Surround back speakers Placement of the surround left and right channels
a wider dispersion than is possible to obtain from a direct radiating
speaker (monopolar). Place these speakers at either side of the
Sound positioning directly to the rear can be achieved easily by adding when using surround back speakers prime listening position, mounted above ear level.
Setup

a surround back speaker to a 5.1-channel system. Path of the surround sound from the
We recommend installing the speakers for the surround “L” and “R”
In addition, the acoustic image extending between the sides and speakers to the listening position
channels a bit forward.
the rear is narrowed, thus greatly improving the expression of the
Playback

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

Examples of speaker layouts
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with 5.1-channel systems Below we introduce examples of speaker layouts. Refer to these to
Surround Surround Surround back
'- 48 $ '3 arrange your speakers according to their type and how you want to speaker speaker
speakers
use them.
Front speaker
G1H Using surround back speaker(s) 2 to 3 feet /
60 to 90 cm Point slightly
downwards
Multi-zone

q When mainly playing movies

Recommended when your surround speakers are single or 2-way 60°
speakers. Surround back speakers
Front speakers
GAs seen from aboveH GAs seen from the sideH
Information

Center speaker
4-
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DI

e When playing movies and music

Movement of acoustic image from SR to SL Monitor
Change of positioning and acoustic image Subwoofer Front speakers
Troubleshooting

with 6.1-channel systems Center speaker

60°
'- 48 $ '3
Surround Surround back
Surround speaker speaker
speakers Monitor
Front speaker
Subwoofer
2 to 3 feet /
60 to 90 cm Point slightly 45° ~ 60°
downwards Surround Surround back
Specifications

4-
DI 43
DI
60° Surround speaker speaker
speaker Front speaker
Surround back speakers 2 to 3 feet /
60 to 90 cm Point slightly
downwards
GAs seen from aboveH GAs seen from the sideH
4#
DI

Movement of acoustic image from

SR to SB to SL Surround back speaker
In addition to sources recorded in 6.1-channels, the surround effect of GAs seen from aboveH GAs seen from the sideH
conventional 2- to 5.1-channel sources can also be enhanced.

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G2H When not using surround back speakers Dolby Digital Plus
DTS Surround

Getting Started
Front speakers Dolby Digital Plus is an improved Dolby Digital signal format that is
Center speaker
compatible with up to 7.1-channels of discrete digital sound and also
improves sound quality thanks to extra data bit rate performance. It
DTS Digital Surround
is upwardly compatible with conventional Dolby Digital, so it offers DTS Digital Surround is the standard digital surround format of DTS,
Monitor
greater flexibility in response to the source signal and the conditions Inc., compatible with a sampling frequency of 44.1 or 48 kHz and up
Subwoofer

Connections
of the playback equipment. to 5.1-channels of digital discrete surround sound.
60°
Surround speaker
Dolby TrueHD DTS-HD High Resolution Audio
Front speaker Dolby TrueHD is a high definition audio technology developed by Dolby DTS-HD High Resolution Audio is an improved version of the
2 to 3 feet / Laboratories, using lossless coding technology to faithfully reproduce

Setup
60 to 90 cm conventional DTS, DTS-ES and DTS 96/24 signals formats, compatible
the sound of the studio master. with sampling frequencies of 96 or 48 kHz and up to 7.1-channels
This format is compatible with a maximum sampling frequency of 96 of discrete digital sound. High data bit rate performance provides
120°

Playback
kHz and up to 7.1-channels, so it is used for applications particularly high quality sound. This format is fully compatible with conventional
Surround speakers prioritizing sound quality. products, including conventional DTS digital surround 5.1-channel
data.
GAs seen from aboveH GAs seen from the sideH Dolby Pro Logic g

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Dolby Pro Logic g is a matrix decoding technology developed by Dolby DTS-HD Master Audio
Laboratories. DTS-HD Master Audio is DTS, Inc’s lossless audio format compatible
Surround Regular music such as that on CDs is encoded into 5-channels to with up to 96 kHz/7.1-channels. The lossless audio coding technology
achieve an excellent surround effect. faithfully reproduces the sound of the studio master. It is fully
The AVR-1909 is equipped with a digital signal processing circuit that The surround channel signals are converted into stereo and full band compatible with conventional products, including conventional DTS
lets you play program sources in the surround mode to achieve the signals (with a frequency response of 20 Hz to 20 kHz or greater) to

Multi-zone
digital surround 5.1-channel data.
same sense of presence as in a movie theater. create a “three-dimensional” sound image offering a rich sense of
presence for all stereo sources.
DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1
Dolby Surround Dolby Pro Logic gx DTS-ES™ Discrete 6.1 is a 6.1-channel discrete digital audio format

Information
adding a surround back (SB) channel to the DTS digital surround sound.
Dolby Digital Dolby Pro Logic gx is a further improved version of the Dolby Pro Decoding of conventional 5.1-channel audio signals is also possible
Logic g matrix decoding technology. according to the decoder.
Dolby Digital is a multichannel digital signal format developed by Dolby Audio signals recorded in 2-channels are decoded to achieve a natural
Laboratories. sound with up to 7.1-channels. DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1

Troubleshooting
A total of 5.1-channels are played: 3 front channels (“FL” , “FR” and There are 3 modes: “Music” suited for playing music, “Cinema”
“C”), 2 surround channels (“SL” and “SR”) and the “LFE” channel for suited for playing movies, and “Game” which is optimized for playing DTS-ES™ Matrix 6.1 is a 6.1-channel discrete digital audio format
low frequencies. games. inserting a surround back (SB) channel to the DTS digital surround
Because of this, there is no crosstalk between channels and a realistic sound through matrix encoding. Decoding of conventional 5.1-channel
sound field with a “three-dimensional” feeling (sense of distance, Dolby Digital EX audio signals is also possible according to the decoder.
movement and positioning) is achieved.
DTS NEO:6™ Surround

Specifications
A real, overpowering sense of presence is achieved when playing Dolby Digital EX is a 6.1-channel surround format proposed by Dolby
movie sources in AV rooms as well. Laboratories that allows users to enjoy in their homes the “DOLBY
DIGITAL SURROUND EX” audio format jointly developed by Dolby DTS NEO:6™ is a matrix decoding technology for achieving 6.1-
Laboratories and Lucas Films. channel surround playback with 2-channel sources. It includes “DTS
The 6.1 channels of sound, including surround back channels, provide NEO:6 Cinema” suited for playing movies and “DTS NEO:6 Music”
improved sound positioning and expression of space. suited for playing music.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

“Dolby”, “Pro Logic” and the double-D symbol are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories.

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DTS 96/24
Audyssey HDMI
Getting Started

DTS 96/24 is a digital audio format enabling high sound quality

playback in 5.1-channels with a sampling frequency of 96 kHz and 24
(High-Definition Multimedia Interface)
bit quantization on DVD-Video.
Audyssey MultEQ®
HDMI is a digital interface standard for next generation TVs based
Audyssey MultEQ is a room equalization solution that calibrates any on DVI (Digital Visual Interface) standards and optimized for use in
audio system so that it can achieve optimum performance for every consumer equipment.
Manufactured under license under U.S. Patent #’s: 5,451,942;
Connections

listener in a large listening area. Based on several room measurements, Non-compressed digital video and multi-channel audio signals are
5,956,674; 5,974,380; 5,978,762; 6,226,616; 6,487,535 & other
MultEQ calculates an equalization solution that corrects for both transmitted with a single connection.
U.S. and worldwide patents issued & pending. DTS is a registered
time and frequency response problems in the listening area and also HDMI is also compatible with HDCP (High-bandwidth Digital Contents
trademark and the DTS logos, Symbol, DTS-HD and DTS-HD
performs a fully automated surround system setup. Protection), a technology for protecting copyrights that encrypts digital
Master Audio are trademarks of DTS, Inc.© 1996-2007 DTS, Inc.
video signals in the same was as with DVI.
Setup

All Rights Reserved. Audyssey Dynamic EQ™

Audyssey Dynamic EQ solves the problem of deteriorating sound
Deep Color
Playback

quality as volume is decreased by taking into account human perception Eliminates on-screen color banding, for smooth tonal transitions and
and room acoustics. Audyssey Dynamic EQ works in tandem with subtle gradations between colors.
Neural Surround Audyssey MultEQ to provide well-balanced sound for every listener Enables increased contrast ratio.
Neural Surround™, a breakthrough in audio technology, will bring the at any volume level. Can represent many times more shades of gray between black and
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excitement of surround music to more of America’s listening audience. white.

It provides the rich envelopment and discrete image detail of surround Audyssey Dynamic Volume™ At 30-bit pixel depth, a four times improvement would be the minimum,
sound in a format 100 % compatible with stereo. With superior and the typical improvement would be eight times or more.
Audyssey Dynamic Volume solves the problem of large variations in
spectral resolution and channel separation, Neural Surround™ draws
volume level between television programs, commercials, and between
the brain’s attention to sonic details in musical instruments, vocals,
the soft and loud passages of movies.
xvYCC
and ambience that are typically masked by other playback systems.
Multi-zone

Audyssey Dynamic EQ is integrated into Dynamic Volume so that as Next-generation “xvYCC” color space supports 1.8 times as many
This allows the listener to fully experience the richness and subtleties
the playback volume is adjusted automatically, the perceived bass colors as existing HDTV signals.
in recorded performance as never before. As the chosen format for XM
response, tonal balance, surround impression, and dialog clarity Lets HDTVs display colors more accurately.
Satellite Radio’s new XM HD surround programming, Neural Surround
remain the same. Enables displays with natural, vivid colors.
will help deliver more surround music to more listeners than any other
Information

broadcast format. XM Satellite Radio will be the first radio company to

LipSync
broadcast surround sound on the radio 24 hours a day and will offer
three channels fully dedicated to Neural Surround™ music. This alone Because consumer electronics devices are using increasingly
will amount to more than 25,000 hours of Neural Surround™ music Manufactured under license from Audyssey Laboratories. U.S. complex digital signal processing to enhance the clarity and detail of
each year. and foreign patents pending. Audyssey MultEQ® is a registered the content, synchronization of video and audio in user devices has
Troubleshooting

trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. Audyssey Dynamic EQ™ become a greater challenge and could potentially require complex end-
is a trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. Audyssey Dynamic user adjustments. HDMI 1.3 incorporates an automatic video/audio
Volume™ is a trademark of Audyssey Laboratories. synching capability that allows devices to perform this synchronization
automatically with total accuracy.
This product is manufactured under license from Neural Audio
Corporation.
Specifications

D&M Holdings Inc. hereby grants the user a non-exclusive, “HDMI”, “HDMI logo” and “High-Definition Multimedia
nontransferable, limited license right exercisable to use the NA Interface” are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
SURROUND Technology and other US and World Wide Patents Licensing LLC.
Pending technology.
“Neural” and “Neural Audio” and “Neural Surround” are
trademarks of Neural Audio Corporation. All Rights Reserved.

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Surround Modes and Parameters

Getting Started
Signals and adjustability in the different modes
Channel output Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses)
Surround mode
Surround Surround D. Comp LFE AFDM DRC
Front L/R Center Su­b­­­­woofer SB CH Out Cinema EQ. Mode Room Size Effect Delay time Subwoofer
L/R Back L/R z1 z2 z1 z3

Connections
PURE DIRECT, DIRECT S A A A D S (OFF) S (0dB) A A A A A A A S S (Auto)
MULTI CH DIRECT S D D D D A S (0dB) S (ON) S A A A A A A A
STEREO S A A A D S (OFF) S (0dB) A A A A A A A A S (Auto)
EXT. IN S D D D D A A A A A A A A A A A
MULTI CH IN S (0dB) S (ON)

Setup
S D D D D A S A A A A A A A
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx S D D D D S (OFF) A A S S (NOTE1) S (Cinema) A A A A S (Auto)
DOLBY PRO LOGIC g S D D A D S (OFF) A A S S (NOTE2) S (Cinema) A A A A S (Auto)

Playback
DTS NEO:6 S D D D D S (OFF) A A S S (NOTE1) S (Cinema) A A A A A
DOLBY DIGITAL S D D D D S (OFF) S (0dB) S (ON) S S (OFF) A A A A A A
DOLBY DIGITAL Plus S D D D D S (OFF) S (0dB) S (ON) S S (OFF) A A A A A A

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DOLBY TrueHD S D D D D S (OFF) S (0dB) S (ON) S S (OFF) A A A A A S (Auto)
DTS SURROUND S D D D D S (OFF) S (0dB) S (ON) S S (OFF) A A A A A A
DTS 96/24 S D D D D S (OFF) S (0dB) S (ON) S S (OFF) A A A A A A
DTS-HD S D D D D S (OFF) S (0dB) S (ON) S S (OFF) A A A A A A
neural S D D D D A A A S A A A A A A A
5CH/7CH STEREO S D D D D S (OFF) S (0dB) A S A A A A A A A

Multi-zone
ROCK ARENA S D D D D S (OFF) S (0dB) A S A A S (Medium) S (10) A A A
JAZZ CLUB S D D D D S (OFF) S (0dB) A S A A S (Medium) S (10) A A A
MONO MOVIE S D D D D S (OFF) S (0dB) A S A A S (Medium) S (10) A A A
VIDEO GAME S D D D D S (OFF) S (0dB) A S A A S (Medium) S (10) A A A

Information
MATRIX S D D D D S (OFF) S (0dB) A S A A A A S (30 ms) A A
VIRTUAL S A A A D S (OFF) S ( 0dB) A A A A A A A A A
S : Signal / Adjustable S : Signal / Adjustable
A : No signal / Not adjustable A : No signal / Not adjustable

Troubleshooting
D : Turned on or off by speaker configuration setting NOTE1 : This parameter is availabe when the menu “Parameter” – “Surround Parameter” – “Mode” is set to “Cinema” (vpage 47).
NOTE2 : This parameter is availabe when the menu “Parameter” – “Surround Parameter” – “Mode” is set to “Cinema” or “PL” (vpage 47).
NOTE:
z1 : When playing Dolby Digital and DTS signals.
z2 : When playing Dolby Digital, DTS and Linear PCM (multi ch).
z3 : When playing Dolby TrueHD signal.

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Signals and adjustability in the different modes
Getting Started

Parameter (default values are shown in parentheses)

Surround mode NEO:6 MUSIC Dynamic
PRO LOGIC g/gx MUSIC mode only EXT. IN only Tone Night Mode Dynamic EQ
mode only MultEQ Volume RESTORER
(NOTE5) (NOTE5) (NOTE6)
Panorama Dimension C. Width Center Image SW ATT (NOTE7)
PURE DIRECT, DIRECT A A A A A A S (OFF) S (NOTE4) S (NOTE4) S (NOTE4) S
Connections

MULTI CH DIRECT A A A A A A S (OFF) S (NOTE4) S (NOTE4) S (NOTE4) A

STEREO A A A A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S
EXT. IN A A A A S A A A A A A
MULTI CH IN A A A A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) A
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx S (OFF) S (3) S (3) A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S
Setup

DOLBY PRO LOGIC g S (OFF) S (3) S (3) A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S
DTS NEO:6 A A A S (0.3) A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S
Playback

DOLBY DIGITAL A A A A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) A

DOLBY DIGITAL Plus A A A A A S (0dB) A S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) A
DOLBY TrueHD A A A A A S (0dB) A S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) A
DTS SURROUND A A A A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) A
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DTS-96/24 A A A A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) A

DTS-HD A A A A A S (0dB) A S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) A
neural A A A A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S
5CH/7CH STEREO A A A A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S
ROCK ARENA A A A A A S (NOTE3) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S
Multi-zone

JAZZ CLUB A A A A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S

MONO MOVIE A A A A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S
VIDEO GAME A A A A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S
MATRIX A A A A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S
Information

VIRTUAL A A A A A S (0dB) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S (OFF) S

S : Adjustable
A : Not adjustable
NOTE3 : BASS +6 dB, TREBLE +4 dB
NOTE4 : Can be used according to the “Audio Setup” – “EQ Preset” – “Direct Mode” setting.
Troubleshooting

NOTE5 : Cannot be set when the “Dynamic EQ” setting is “ON” (vpage 50).
NOTE6 : Cannot be set when the “MultEQ” setting is “OFF” (vpage 49).
NOTE7 : Cannot be set when the “Dynamic EQ” setting is “OFF” (vpage 50).
Specifications

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Differences in Surround Mode Names Depending on the Input Signals

Getting Started
Button Input signals
PCM DTS-HD DTS DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL
Note DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY
Linear Linear DTS-HD DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY
Surround mode ANALOG High DTS DTS DOLBY DIGITAL DIGITAL EX
PCM PCM Master DSCRT MTRX DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL
Resolution (5.1ch) 96/24 TrueHD EX (With (With no

Connections
(multi ch) (2ch) Audio (With Flag) (With Flag) Plus (5.1/5/4ch) (4/3ch) (2ch)
Audio Flag) Flag)
STANDARD
DTS SURROUND
DTS-HD MSTR A A A F A A A A A A A A A A A A

Setup
DTS-HD HI RES A A A A F A A A A A A A A A A A
DTS ES DSCRT6.1 z1 z3 A A A A A F D A A A A A A A A A A
DTS ES MTRX6.1 z1 z3 A A A A A A F D A A A A A A A A A

Playback
DTS SURROUND A A A A A S S F A A A A A A A A
DTS 96/24 A A A A A A A A F A A A A A A A
DTS (–HD) + PLgx CINEMA z2 z3 A A A S S S S S S A A A A A A A

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DTS (–HD) + PLgx MUSIC z1 z3 A A A S S S S S S A A A A A A A
DTS (–HD) + NEO:6 z1 z3 A A A S S A S S S A A A A A A A
DTS NEO:6 CINEMA S A S A A A A A A A A A A A A S
DTS NEO:6 MUSIC S A S A A A A A A A A A A A A S
DOLBY SURROUND
DOLBY TrueHD A A A A A A A A A F A A A A A A

Multi-zone
DOLBY DIGITAL+ A A A A A A A A A A F A A A A A
DOLBY DIGITAL EX z1 z3 A A A A A A A A A A A S S S S A
DOLBY (D+) (HD) +EX z1 z3 A A A A A A A A A S S A A A A A
DOLBY DIGITAL A A A A A A A A A A A S F F F A

Information
DOLBY (D) (D+) (HD) +PLgx CINEMA z2 z3 A A A A A A A A A S S F D S S S A
DOLBY (D) (D+) (HD) +PLgx MUSIC z1 z3 A A A A A A A A A S S S S S S A
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx CINEMA z3 S A S A A A A A A A A A A A A S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx MUSIC z3 S A S A A A A A A A A A A A A S

Troubleshooting
DOLBY PRO LOGIC gx GAME z3 S A S A A A A A A A A A A A A S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC g CINEMA S A S A A A A A A A A A A A A S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC g MUSIC S A S A A A A A A A A A A A A S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC g GAME S A S A A A A A A A A A A A A S
DOLBY PRO LOGIC S A S A A A A A A A A A A A A S

Specifications
NOTE:
z1: This mode is not available when the surround back speaker setup is set to “None”.
z2: This mode is not available when the surround back speaker setup is set to “1spkr” or “None”.
z3: Can be set when “Amp Assign” is set to “7.1ch”.
F : Mode selectable in initial status
D : Mode fixed when “AFDM” is “ON”
S : Selectable mode
A : Non-selectable mode

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Button Input signals
Getting Started

PCM DTS-HD DTS DOLBY DOLBY DIGITAL

Note DTS-HD DOLBY DOLBY
Linear Linear DTS-HD DTS ES DTS ES DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY DOLBY
Surround mode ANALOG High DTS DTS DOLBY DIGITAL DIGITAL
PCM PCM Master DSCRT MTRX DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL DIGITAL
Resolution (5.1ch) 96/24 TrueHD EX (With EX (With
(multi ch) (2ch) Audio (With Flag) (With Flag) Plus (5.1/5/4ch) (4/3ch) (2ch)
Audio Flag) no Flag)
STANDARD
Connections

neural S A S A A A A A A A A A A A A A
MULTI CH IN
MULTI CH IN A F A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
MULTI IN + PLgx CINEMA z2 z3 A S A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
Setup

MULTI IN + PLgx MUSIC z1 z3 A S A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

MULTI IN + Dolby EX z1 z3 A S A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
MULTI CH IN 7.1 z3 A F D (7.1) A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
Playback

DIRECT
DIRECT S A S S S S S S S S S S S S S S
MULTI CH DIRECT A S A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
Remote Control

M DIRECT + PLgx CINEMA z2 z3 A S A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

M DIRECT + PLgx MUSIC z1z3 A S A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
M DIRECT + Dolby EX z1 z3 A S A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
M DIRECT 7.1 z3 A S (7.1) A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
PURE DIRECT
PURE DIRECT S A S S S S S S S S S S S S S S
Multi-zone

MULTI CH PURE DIRECT A S A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

M PURE D + PLgx CINEMA z2 z3 A S A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
M PURE D + PLgx MUSIC z1 z3 A S A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
M PURE D + Dolby EX z1 z3 A S A A A A A A A A A A A A A A
Information

M CH PURE DIRECT 7.1 z3 A S (7.1) A A A A A A A A A A A A A A

DSP SIMULATION
7CH STEREO z4 S S S A A S S S S A A S S S S S
ROCK ARENA S S S A A S S S S A A S S S S S
Troubleshooting

JAZZ CLUB S S S A A S S S S A A S S S S S
MONO MOVIE S S S A A S S S S A A S S S S S
VIDEO GAME S S S A A S S S S A A S S S S S
MATRIX S S S A A S S S S A A S S S S S
VIRTUAL S S S A A S S S S A A S S S S S
STEREO
Specifications

STEREO F S F S S S S S S S S S S S S S

NOTE :
z1: This mode is not available when the surround back speaker setup is set to “None”.
z2: This mode is not available when the surround back speaker setup is set to “1spkr” or “None”.
z3: Can be set when “Amp Assign” is set to “7.1ch” .
z4: If the surround back speaker setup is set to “None”, then “5CH STEREO” is displayed.

F : Mode selectable in initial status

D : Mode fixed when “AFDM” is “ON”
S : Selectable mode
A : Non-selectable mode

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Relationship Between Video Signals and Monitor Output

Getting Started
Input signals Monitor output
Video convert
HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO
A A A A A A A A
A A A S VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO

Connections
A A S A S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
A A S S S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
A S (1080p) A A A COMPONENT A A
A S (480p ~ 720p) A A COMPONENT COMPONENT A A
A S (480i / 576i) A A COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT
A S (1080p) A S VIDEO COMPONENT 1z VIDEO VIDEO

Setup
A S (480p ~ 720p) A S COMPONENTz1 COMPONENTz1 A VIDEO
A S (480i / 576i) A S COMPONENTz1 COMPONENTz1 COMPONENT VIDEO
A S (1080p) S A S-VIDEO COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

Playback
A S (480p ~ 720p) S A COMPONENTz2 COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
A S (480i / 576i) S A COMPONENTz2 COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
A S (1080p) S S S-VIDEO COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
ON A S (480p ~ 720p) S S COMPONENTz2 COMPONENT 2z S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

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A S (480i / 576i) S S COMPONENTz2 COMPONENT 2z S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S A A A HDMI A A A
S A A S HDMIz1 VIDEO VIDEO VIDEO
S A S A HDMIz2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S A S S HDMIz2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S S (Other than 480i / 576i) A A HDMI COMPONENT A A
S S (480i / 576i) A A HDMI COMPONENT COMPONENT COMPONENT

Multi-zone
S S (1080p) A S HDMIz1 COMPONENT 1z VIDEO VIDEO
S S (480p ~ 720p) A S HDMIz1 COMPONENTz1 A VIDEO
S S (480i / 576i) A S HDMIz1 COMPONENTz1 COMPONENT VIDEO
S S (Other than 480i / 576i) S A HDMIz2 COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S S (480i / 576i) S A HDMIz2 COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S (Other than 480i / 576i) HDMIz2 COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO

Information
S S S
S S (480i / 576i) S S HDMIz2 COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO S-VIDEO
S : Signal input A : Not output
A : No signal z1 : On-screen display superimposed on video signal and output.

480p ~ 720p: 480p / 576p / 1080i / 720p z2 : On-screen display superimposed on S-Video signal and output.

Troubleshooting
COMPONENT or HDMI:
On-screen display only displayed for the MENU button on the main unit or
the A.MENU button on the main remote control unit.
: Video signals are not output when the analog to HDMI convert function is
set to “OFF”.

Specifications
• The MAIN ZONE video conversion function is compatible with the following format: NTSC, PAL, SECAM, NTSC4.43, PAL-N, PAL-M and PAL-
60.
• When SECAM signals of video input are up-converted, the signals are output in PAL format from the S-Video connector.
• When the input signal is a component 1080i or 720p signal, the signal upconverted to HDMI is output with that resolution or 1080p.
• When the input signal is a video, S-Video or component 480i, 480p, 576i or 576p signals, the signal up-converted to HDMI is output according to
the setting made at “Resolution” under “Input Setup” – “Video” – “Resolution” (vpage 40).
• With assigned input sources “TUNER”, “XM”, “SIRIUS” and “iPod”, when you output video with “Video Select”, video output in the above table
changes depending on the following settings.
q When “Tuner Information” and “iPod Information” are other than “OFF” : Superimposed S-video or Video signal is output.
w When “Tuner Information” and “iPod Information” are “OFF” : Signal output is as in the above table.
See page 36 for “Tuner Information” and “iPod Information” setting.

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S-VIDEO Input signals Monitor output
Getting Started

Video convert
MONITOR OUT HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO HDMI COMPONENT S-VIDEO VIDEO
— A A A A A A A A
— A A A S A A A VIDEO
— A A S A A A S-VIDEO A
Used A A S S A A S-VIDEO VIDEOz2
Not used A A S S A A — VIDEO
— A S A A A COMPONENT A A
Connections

— A S A S A COMPONENTz1 A VIDEO
— A S S A A COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO A
Used A S S S A COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO VIDEOz2
Not used A S S S A COMPONENTz1 — VIDEO
OFF
— S A A A HDMI A A A
— S A A S HDMI A A VIDEO
Setup

— S A S A HDMI A S-VIDEO A
Used S A S S HDMI A S-VIDEO VIDEOz2
Not used S A S S HDMI A — VIDEO
Playback

— S S A A HDMI COMPONENT A A
— S S A S HDMI COMPONENTz1 A VIDEO
— S S S A HDMI COMPONENTz2 S-VIDEO A
Used S S S S HDMI COMPONENT 2
z S-VIDEO VIDEOz2
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Not used S S S S HDMI COMPONENTz1 — VIDEO

S : Signal input A : Not output
A : No signal z1 : On-screen display superimposed on video signal and

output.
z2 : On-screen display superimposed on S-Video signal and

output.
Multi-zone

COMPONENT or HDMI:
On-screen display only displayed for the MENU button on
the main unit or the A.MENU button on the main remote
control unit.
Information
Troubleshooting
Specifications

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Getting Started
Troubleshooting
If a problem should arise, first check the following: Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page
1. Are the connections correct?
“DOLBY • Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player’s • Check the Blu-ray Disc player / –

Connections
2. Is the set being operated as described in the owner’s manual?
DIGITAL” digital audio output setting is not DVD player’s audio output setting.
3. Are the other components operating properly?
indicator does not proper. For details, read the Blu-ray Disc
If this unit does not operate properly, check the items listed in the table below. Should the problem persist,
appear on display. player / DVD player’s operating
there may be a malfunction.
instructions.
In this case, disconnect the power immediately and contact your store of purchase.

Setup
Power switches • The protection circuit will be • Please switch off power at once, 11
GGeneralH off suddenly while activated depending upon the and re-apply the power after
you are using the temperature rise in the internal the body temperature has fallen

Playback
Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page AVR-1909, the parts of the unit. sufficiently.
Set does not • External noise or interference is • Reset the microprocessor. 64 power indicator • Please re-install AVR-1909 in a –
operate properly. causing the set to malfunction. will flash in red place having good ventilation.
Power does not • Connection of the power cord is • Check the insertion of the power 21 at intervals of

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turn on, or turns faulty. cord plug. approximately 2
off directly after it seconds.
was turned on. Power switches • Use speakers having impedance • Please use speakers which have 11
No sound is • Connection with the input • Check the connections. 10 off suddenly while less than that specified. the specified impedance.
produced from devices or connection of the you are using the • If speaker cable core wires touch • Unplug the power cord, then 11
speakers. speaker cables is faulty. AVR-1909, the each other or the core wires after twisting the core wires

Multi-zone
• Device you want to play and set • Select an appropriate input 54 power indicator become disconnected from their together tightly again, or effecting
input source do not match. source. will flash red terminals, the protection circuit termination treatments etc,
• Master volume is turned too • Adjust the master volume to an 54 at intervals of will be activated in the event of please reconnect once again.
low. appropriate level. approximately 0.5 core wires coming into contact

Information
• Mute mode is set. • Cancel the mute mode. 54 seconds. with the AVR-1909 rear panel.
• Headphones are connected. • Disconnect the headphones. 54 Even applying • The AVR-1909 amplifier circuit • Switch off the power and please –
• No digital signals are being • Select an input source for which 42 power, the power has failed. contact the DENON service
input. the digital input setting has been display flashes adviser.
made. red at intervals of

Troubleshooting
• The connectors to which the • Set the input mode. 41 approximately 0.5
digital inputs are assigned and seconds.
the settable input modes do not
match.
Display is off. • The “Dimmer” setting is set to • Set to something other than 37
“OFF”. “OFF”.

Specifications
• The PURE DIRECT mode is set. • Set a surround mode other than 46
the PURE DIRECT mode.

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GRemote Control UnitH Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page
Getting Started

Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page No sound is • Subwoofer’s power not turned • Turn on the subwoofer’s power. –
Set does not work • Batteries are worn. • Replace with new batteries. 3 produced from on.
properly when • You are operating outside of the • Operate within the specified 3 subwoofer. • The “Subwoofer” setting at • Set to “Yes”. 29
remote control specified range. range. “Speaker Configuration” is set to
unit operated. • Obstacle between main unit and • Remove the obstacle. 3 “No”.
• The subwoofer is not properly • Check the connections. 10
Connections

remote control unit.

• The batteries are not inserted in • Insert the batteries in the 3 connected.
the proper direction, as indicated proper direction, following the • The subwoofer’s volume is • Adjust the subwoofer’s volume 63
by the polarity marks in the polarity marks in the battery turned off. to an appropriate level.
battery compartment. compartment. No test tones are • Surround mode not set to • Set to the “STANDARD” (Dolby/ 45
Setup

• The set’s remote control sensor • Move the set to a place in which 3 produced when “STANDARD” (Dolby/DTS DTS Surround) mode.
is exposed to strong light (direct the remote control sensor will main remote Surround).
sunlight, inverter type fluorescent not be exposed to strong light. control unit’s
Playback

bulb light, etc.). TEST button is

• The remote ID of the main unit • Set “Remote ID” for the main 36 pressed.
and remote control unit do not unit to “1”. DTS sound is not • Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player’s • Set the Blu-ray Disc player / DVD –
match. output. audio output setting is not set to player. For details, refer to the
Remote Control

• Settings do not match the • Match the settings to the remote 65 bitstream. Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player’s
remote control unit’s SOURCE control unit’s SOURCE CONTROL operating instructions.
CONTROL switch. switch.
• Blu-ray Disc player / DVD player is • Use a DTS-compatible player. –
not compatible with DTS sound
GAudioH playback.
• The AVR-1909’s “Decode Mode” • Set to the “Auto” or “DTS” 41
Multi-zone

Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page

setting is set to “PCM”. mode.
No sound is • You are playing a monaural • The mode is set to something 45
produced from source (TV, AM radio broadcast, other than “STANDARD” (Dolby/ HDMI audio • The “Manual Setup” – “HDMI • Set to “AMP”. 32
center speaker. etc.) in the “STANDARD” (Dolby/ DTS Surround). signals are not Setup” – “HDMI Audio Out”
DTS Surround) mode. output from setting is set to “TV”.
Information

speakers.
No sound • The surround mode is set to • Set to a surround playback 45, 46
is produced “STEREO”, “DIRECT” or “PURE mode. No sound is • The “Manual Setup” – “HDMI • Set to “TV”. 32
from surround DIRECT”. output from Setup” – “HDMI Audio Out”
speakers. the monitor setting is set to “AMP”.
Troubleshooting

connected
No sound is • The surround back speaker’s • Check the setting and change it 35
with HDMI
produced from power amplifier is assigned to a as necessary.
connections.
surround back different channel.
speaker. • Surround back speaker setting is • Set to something other than 30 Dolby TrueHD, • HDMI is not connected. • Connect the HDMI. 12, 13
set to “None”. “None”. DTS-HD, Dolby • Blu-ray Disc player’s audio output • Set the Blu-ray Disc player. For –
• The “Parameter” – “Surround • Please set “Parameter” – 48, 49 Digital Plus audio setting is not set to bitstream. details, refer to the Blu-ray Disc
Specifications

Parameter” – “SB CH Out” “Surround Parameter” – “SB is not output. player’s operating instructions.
settings are “OFF”. CH Out” to settings other than • Blu-ray Disc player is not • Use a DTS-compatible player. –
“OFF”. compatible with DTS sound
• Surround mode not set to a mode • Select a surround playback 44 ~ 46 playback.
for 6.1- or 7.1-channel playback. mode.

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GVideoH GHDMIH

Getting Started
Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page
No picture • The connections between the • Check the connections. 12 ~ 16 HDMI audio • The “Manual Setup” – “HDMI • Set to “Amp” 32
appears. AVR-1909 and monitor are faulty. signals are not Setup” – “HDMI Audio Out”
• The monitor’s input setting is • Set properly. – output from setting is set to“TV”
wrong. speakers.

Connections
• PURE DIRECT mode is set. • Cancel the PURE DIRECT mode. 46
• The player is connected using the • High definition (1080i/720p) and –
component input connectors, the progressive (480p/576p) video No picture • The connections to the HDMI • Check the connections. 12
monitor is connected using the signals are not down-converted. appears connectors are faulty.
video (yellow) or S-Video output Set the player to interlace with HDMI • HDMI input setting is improper. • Check the HDMI input setting. 42

Setup
connectors. (480i/576i) signals. connections. • The monitor is not compatible • Connect a monitor that is 12
Picture cannot be • Input source does not match • The video conversion function 15 with copyright protection compatible with copyright
recorded. recorder’s video connection does not work for the REC (HDCP). protection (HDCP).

Playback
connector (video or S-Video). OUT connectors. Match the • The HDMI format of the player • Match the HDMI format of the 12
input source and recorder and monitor do not match. player and monitor.
connections. No sound is • The “Manual Setup” – “HDMI • Set to “TV”. 32

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DVDs cannot be • This is not a malfunction. Most – output from Setup” – “HDMI Audio Out”
copied on a VCR. movie software includes copy the monitor setting is set to “Amp”.
–
prevention signals and cannot be connected
copied. with HDMI
On-screen • When viewing HDMI or 9 connections.
display is not component video signals via the When performing • HDMI’s CEC function is • Set “Manual Setup” – “HDMI 32

Multi-zone
shown. AVR-1909, the on-screen display the following operating. Setup” -– “HDMI Control” to
appears when the MENU button operations on a “OFF”.
on the main unit or the A.MENU connected device, When you only want to operate
button on the main remote AVR-1909 has the the power on/off each device, set
control unit. same operations. “Power Off Control” to “OFF”.

Information
• When only HDMI or component 9 ⋅ Power ON/OFF
video signals are input to the ⋅ Switching audio
AVR-1909, the characters of output devices
the on-screen display are not ⋅ Adjust volume

Troubleshooting
displayed over the picture. ⋅ Switch input
• The operation content display is • Set “Manual Setup” – “Option 36 source
“OFF”. Setup” – “On-Screen Display”
– “Text” to “ON”.
• The main volume display is • Set “Manual Setup” – “Option 36
“OFF”. Setup” – “On-Screen Display”
– “Master Volume” to “ON”.

Specifications
• The display during tuner operation • Set when “Manual Setup” 36
is “OFF”. – “On-Screen Display” – “Tuner
Information”is not “OFF”.
• The display during iPod operation • Set when “Manual Setup” 36
is “OFF”. – “On-Screen Display” – “ iPod
Information” is not “OFF”.

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GiPodH GSIRIUS Satellite RadioH
Getting Started

Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page

iPod cannot be • The input source assigned to • Switch to the input source 42 “CHECK SIRIUS • The SiriusConnect Home Tuner • Check that the connections are 18
played. “iPod Dock” is not selected. assigned at “iPod Dock”. TUNER” is unit is not connected. correct.
• Cable is not properly connected. • Reconnect. 14 displayed.
• Control dock for iPod’s AC • Plug the control dock for iPod’s – ”ANTENNA • The antenna is not connected. • Check that the connections are 18
ERROR” is correct.
Connections

adapter is not connected to AC adapter into a power outlet.

displayed.
power outlet.
”NO SIGNAL” is • The signal cannot be received. • Reposition the antenna. –
displayed.
GXM Satellite RadioH
”INVALID • Channel is not present. • Select another channel. –
Symptom Cause Countermeasure Page
Setup

CHANNEL” is
“CHECK XM • The XM Mini-Tuner is not • Confirm the XM Mini-Tuner is 17 displayed.
TUNER” is installed or not fully seated in the fully seated in the dock and check ”ACQUIRING • The selected channel is not • Reposition the antenna. –
Playback

displayed. XM Mini-Tuner Dock or the XM the XM Mini-Tuner dock cable is SIGNAL” is currently broadcasting.
Mini-Tuner dock is not connected connected to the AVR-1909. displayed. • Displays while SiriusConnect
to the AVR-1909. Home Tuner is connected.
”CHECK • The XM antenna is not connected • Check that the XM antenna is 17 ”Call SIRIUS”z • Channels are not subscribed to. • If you subscribe to the channel, –
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to the XM Mini-Tuner Dock or the securely connected to the XM is displayed. you can receive the channel.
ANTENNA” is
XM antenna cable is damaged. Mini-Tuner Dock and check the ”SUBSCRIPTION • While updating contract – –
displayed. antenna cable for damage. UPDATED” is information.
Replace the XM antenna if the displayed.
cable is damaged.
”Enter Lock • Selected channels are locked. • Please insert pass word (4 digits) –
”NO SIGNAL” is • The signal cannot be received. • Reposition your XM Mini-Tuner –
Code [ ]” is into “[ ]”.
displayed. and Home Dock antenna.
Multi-zone

displayed.
”OFF AIR” is • The selected channel is not • Select another channel. –
displayed. currently broadcasting. z : After scroll displays “Call 888-539-....” twice, displays “Call SIRIUS”.
Receiving only • The XM Mini-Tuner is not • Contact XM Radio. –
XM channels 0 activated.
Information

and 1.
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Getting Started
Specifications
n Audio section n Tuner section [FM] [AM]
• Power amplifier (note: µV at 75 Ω/ohms, 0 dBf = 1 x 10-15 W)

Connections
Rated output: Front (A, B): Receiving Range: 87.5 MHz ~ 107.9 MHz 520 kHz ~ 1710 kHz
90 W + 90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) Usable Sensitivity: 1.0 µV (11.2 dBf) 18 µV
120 W + 120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) 50 dB Quieting Sensitivity: MONO 1.6 µV (15.3 dBf)
Center: STEREO 23 µV (38.5 dBf)
90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) S/N (IHF-A): MONO 77 dB

Setup
120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) STEREO 72 dB
Surround: Total harmonic Distortion (at 1 kHz): MONO 0.15 %
90 W + 90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) STEREO 0.3 %

Playback
120 W + 120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.)
Surround Back: n General
90 W + 90 W (8 Ω/ohms, 20 Hz ~ 20 kHz with 0.08 % T.H.D.) Power supply: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
120 W + 120 W (6 Ω/ohms, 1 kHz with 0.7 % T.H.D.) Power consumption: 5.2 A
0.3 W (Standby)

Remote Control
Output connectors: Front: A or B 6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms
A + B 12 ~ 16 Ω/ohms Maximum external dimensions: 434 (W) x 171 (H) x 377 (D) mm (17-3/32” x 6-47/64” x 14-27/32”)
Center, Surround, Surround Back: 6 ~ 16 Ω/ohms Weight: 11.5 kg (25 lbs 5.7 oz)
• Analog
Input sensitivity / Input impedance: 200 mV / 47 kΩ/kohms n Main remote control unit (RC-1099)
Frequency response: 10 Hz ~ 100 kHz — +1, –3 dB (DIRECT mode) Batteries: R6/AA Type (two batteries)
S/N: 100 dB (IHF-A weighted, DIRECT mode) Maximum external dimensions: 52 (W) x 243 (H) x 21 (D) mm (2-3/64” x 9-9/16” x 53/64”)
Weight: 184 g (Approx 6.5 oz) (including batteries)

Multi-zone
n Video section n Sub remote control unit (RC-1107)
• Standard video connectors Batteries: R03/AAA Type (two batteries)
Input / output level and impedance: 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms Maximum external dimensions: 54 (W) x 115 (H) x 23 (D) mm (2-1/8” x 4-17/32” x 29/32”)
Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 10 MHz — +1, –3 dB (when video convert set to “OFF”) Weight: 80 g (Approx 2.8 oz) (including batteries)

Information
• S-Video connectors
Input / output level and impedance: Y (brightness) signal — 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
z For purposes of improvement, specifications and design are subject to change without notice.
C (color) signal — 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 10 MHz — +1, –3 dB (when video convert set to “OFF”)
• Color component video connector

Troubleshooting
Input / output level and impedance: Y (brightness) signal — 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
PB / CB signal — 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
PR / CR signal — 0.7 Vp-p, 75 Ω/ohms
Frequency response: 5 Hz ~ 60 MHz — +0, –3 dB (when video convert set to “OFF”)

Specifications
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List of preset codes / Liste de codes préréglés

Carver 015 001, 003, 008, 013, 014, 017, 009, 015, 016, 017, 041, 049, Contec 013, 051, 052, 061
DVD Player Mitsubishi 027, 029, 039, 040, 041, 045, Sylvania 094
CCE 095 097 Cony 051, 052, 061
A Aiwa 009 006, 007, 087, 088, 089, 090,
Symphonic 009, 094
Craig 004, 061
Citizen Motorola 081
D Denon 014, [111]z, 121 095
001, 002, 007, 009, 049, 063,
T Tandy 009
Crown 029
H Hitachi 010 Craig 007, 087, 088, 091, 115 Montgomery Ward 081, 115, 117 Tashiko 009, 088
029, 034, 038, 044, 047, 049,
Curtis Mathes
J JVC 006, 011 Curtis Mathes 006, 049, 073, 080, 087, 090,
092
MTC 009, 087, 094 Tatung 004, 026, 030 053, 095, 118
K Konka 012, 013
Cybernex 087 Multitech 007, 009, 011, 087, 090, 094 Teac 004, 009, 026, 094 D Daewoo 027, 029, 039, 048, 049, 054,
055, 106, 107, 137
M Magnavox 005 025, 055, 059, 074, 089, 093, N NAD 038 Technics 024, 049
Daytron 003, 049
Mitsubishi 004 D Daewoo 095, 096 004, 005, 006, 018, 026, 029, TMK 087, 092
NEC Dimensia 044
045, 061, 062, 085
P Panasonic 014 Daytron 025, 055
Nikko 088
Toshiba 013, 017, 020, 041, 059, 089,
098, 099, 117 Dixi 007, 015, 027
Philips 005, 015, 016, 017 DBX 005, 085
Pioneer 003, 008 Dumont 053 Noblex 087 Totevision 007, 087, 088 E Electroband 046
O Optimus 081, 088 U Unirech 087 Electrohome 029, 056, 057, 058, 147
S Sanyo 018 Dynatech 009
Optonica 021 V Vecrtor Research 005, 062, 085, 089, 090 Elta 027
Sony 002, 019, 020 E Electrohome 001, 088, 097
024, 049, 064, 066, 067, 068, Victor 005, 045, 046, 085 029, 051, 059, 060, 061, 062,
T Toshiba 001, 021, 022 Electrophonic 088 P Panasonic 069, 107 Video Concepts 005, 027, 085, 089, 090
Emerson 118, 123, 124, 139, 148
Z Zenith 023 001, 009, 017, 027, 086, 088, Perdio 009 Envision 038
Emerson 089, 092, 093, 097, 100, 101, Videosonic 007, 087
102, 103, 104, 117 Pentax 009, 013, 023, 058, 090 Etron 027
013, 021, 023, 087, 088, 089,
009, 028, 031, 053, 054, 091, Philco 015, 016, 049 W Wards 091, 094, 097, 118, 119, 120 F Fisher 014, 021, 063, 064, 065, 118
Blu-Ray Disc Player F Flsher 099, 115
007, 011, 049, 050, 051, 052,
Philips 015, 021, 042, 049, 105 X XR-1000 094 Formenti 155
[111]z (Denon 1) G
D Denon 121 (Denon 2)
GE 073, 080, 087 Pilot 088 Y Yamaha 004, 005, 006, 026, 062, 085 Fortress 012
Go Video 047, 048 Pioneer 005, 013, 029, 036, 037, 038, Z Zenith 060, 078, 079 Fujitsu 004, 062
045, 085 Funai 004, 062
Goldstar 000, 006, 012, 062, 088
VDP Gradiente 094
Portland 025, 055, 090 Futuretech 004
D Denon 028, 029, 112 Proscan 063, 080 Television 020, 036, 037, 040, 044, 058,
Grundig 042
Pulsar 060 A Admiral 045, 121 G GE 066, 088, 119, 120, 125, 147
M Magnavox 026 H Harley Davidson 094 000, 015, 029, 031, 039, 048,
Mitsubishi 028 Harman Kardon 040, 062
Q Quartz 033 Adventura 122
Goldstar 051, 056, 057, 067, 068, 069,
Quasar 034, 035, 049 Aiko 054
P Panasonic 029, 030 Hi-Q 091
116
001, 002, 021, 081, 087, 088, Akai 016, 027, 046 Grundy 062
Philips 026
Hitachi 009, 013, 023, 026, 058, R Radio Shack 091, 094, 097, 098, 115
Alleron 062 029, 031, 051, 052, 070, 111,
Pioneer 028, 031 [108]z, 109, 110, 111
Radix 088 H Hitachi 112, 113, 124, [134]*
004, 005, 007, 023, 028, 049, A-Mark 007
R RCA 032 J JC Penny 062, 085, 087, 088 Randex 088 Hitachi Pay TV 151
Amtron 061
S Sony 033, 034, 035, 036 Jensen 013, 026 RCA 007, 013, 019, 023, 058, 063, I Infinity 017, 071
064, 065, 073, 080, 082, 087 Anam 006, 007, 036
JVC 004, 005, 006, 026, 029, 043,
044, 045, 046, 085 009, 021, 031, 033, 049, 053, Anam National 061, 147
J Janeil 122
VCR K Kenwood 004, 005, 006, 026, 029, 033, Realistic 081, 087, 088, 091, 094, 097,
098 AOC 003, 007, 033, 038, 039, 047,
JBL 017, 071
045, 085, 090 048, 049, 133 020, 034, 039, 040, 041, 044,
A Admiral 081
Kodak 088 Ricoh 055
Archer 007
JC Penny 048, 050, 058, 066, 069, 076,
088, 090, 095, 125, 136, 159
Aiko 095
L Lloyd 009, 094 S Salora 033, 041
Audiovox 007, 061 JCB 046
Aiwa 009 007, 011, 051, 059, 070, 083,
026, 027, 070, 072, 082, 083,
LXI 088 Samsung 087, 089, 113 B Bauer 155
JVC 019, 051, 052, 072, 073, 091,
Akai M Magnavox 015, 016, 042, 049, 063, 106 Belcor 047 117, 126
084 Sanky 081
Alba 055 Magnin 087 005, 026, 029, 045, 061, 085, Bell & Howell 045, 118 K Kawasho 018, 046
Sansui Kenwood 038, 056, 057
Amstrad 009 004, 005, 006, 015, 042, 049, 114 Bradford 061
Marantz 032, 033, 053, 087, 091, 115,
085, 090 Sanyo Kloss 010, 032
ASA 042 116 Brockwood 003, 047
Marta 088 Kloss Novabeam 005, 122, 127, 131
Asha 087 003, 030, 031, 032, 038, 047,
MEI 049 SBR 042 C Candle 049, 050, 122 KTV 074, 123
Audio Dynamic 005, 085 Scott 017, 020, 086, 089, 093, 117
009, 033, 049, 053, 060, 081,
Audiovox 088 Memorex 087, 088, 091, 094, 115 013, 023, 028, 031, 033, 053,
Capehart 003 L Loewe 071
Sears Celebrity 046 logik 144
Beaumark 087 Metz 123, 124, 125, 126, 127, 128 054, 088, 091, 098, 099, 115
Sentra 055 Circuit City 003 Luxman 031
Broksonic 086, 093 MGA 001, 017, 027, 041, 097
Sharp 001, 002, 021, 097 029, 030, 031, 032, 034, 038, 008, 014, 017, 024, 040, 044,
C Calix 088 MGN Technology 087 Citizen 047, 049, 050, 054, 061, 095, LXI 063, 071, 075, 076, 077,
Midland 011 Shogun 087 122, 123
Candle 006, 087, 088, 089, 090 118, 125
075, 076, 077, 078, 079, 121, Concerto 031, 047, 049
Canon 049, 057 Minolta 013, 023 Sony 122
Capehart 025, 055, 056, 071 Colortyme 003, 047, 049, 135
STS 023

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050, 056, 071, 078, 079, 085,
Soundesign 030, 050, 062 SL Marx 014 F Fisher 003, 008, 009, 010
M Magnavox 089, 108, 109, 110, 127, 131, Spectricon 007, 033 Starcom 009 J JVC 018, 019
132, 145 Squareview 004 Stargate 014 Kenwood 011, 012, 013, 014, 017
Marantz 015, 017, 071, 080 Supre-Macy 032, 122 T Teleview 014 M Magnavox 006, 015, 035
Matsui 027 Supreme 046 Tocom 007, 016 Marantz 016, 028, 035
Memorex 014, 027, 045, 083, 118, 144 005, 010, 017, 030, 078, 079, TV86 019 MCS 016, 024
Sylvania 085, 089, 101, 127, 131, 132,
Metz 160, 161, 162, 163
145, 155 U Unika 011 O Onkyo 025, 027
Montgomery Ward 011, 020, 144, 145, 146 Symphonic 004, 148 United Artists 006 Optimus 017, 020, 021, 022, 023
Motorola 121, 147
T Tandy 012, 121 Universal 010, 011 P Philips 014, 032, 033, 035
MTC 031, 034, 039, 048, 095 Tatung 036, 124 V Viewstar 018, 019 Pioneer 006, 022, 030
N NAD 008, 075, 076, 128 Technics 037 Z Zenith 027, 028 S Sears 006
National 002, 036, 061, 147 001, 030, 032, 034, 052, 054, Sony 023, 031
Teknika
National Quenties 002 078, 083, 095, 144, 156, 157 T Teac 002, 009, 028
031, 038, 039, 048, 057, 084, Tera 035, 129 Satellite Receiver Technics 016, 029, 036
NEC 086, 135, 147 THOMSON 165, 166 A Alphastar 054
Nikko 054 W Wards 035, 037
Toshiba 008, 014, 034, 063, 075, 076,
095, 097, 136, 158, 159
C Chaparrali 035, 036
Y Yamaha 038, 039, 040, 041
NTC 054
U Universal 020, 066, 088
D Dishnet 053
Z Zenith 042
O Optimus 128 Drake 037, 038
Optonica 011, 012, 093, 121 V Victor 019, 073, 126
Video Concepts 016
E Echostar Dish 062, 066
Orion 004, 139 DVD preset codes / Codes préréglés DVD
002, 009, 017, 036, 037, 071, Viking 032, 122
G GE 048, 055, 056
P Panasonic 141, 143, 147 005, 045, 066, 078, 085, 088,
General Instruments 039, 040, 041 111 (default / défaut) 014
005, 010, 030, 050, 051, 056, W Wards 089, 093, 102, 103, 131, Grundig 070, 071, 072, 073 DVD-555 DVD-2900 DVD-800
Philco 079, 085, 127, 131, 132, 132, 148
145, 147 H Hitachi 058, 059 DVD-556 DVD-2910 DVD-1600
005, 015, 017, 050, 051, 056,
Z Zenith 042, 114, 115, 140, 144, 149
Hughes Networkr 063, 064, 065, 069 DVD-557 DVD-2930CI DVD-2000
Zonda 007 DVD-558 DVD-3800 DVD-2500
Philips 078, 087, 088, 089, 131, J JVC 057
132, 147 DVD-755 DVD-3910 DVD-3000
Pioneer 124, 128, 142
K Kathrein 074, 075, 076, 083
DVD-756 DVD-3930CI DVD-3300
Cable M

DENON Model No. / Modéle numéro

Magnavoxl 060
Portland 054 DVD-757 DVD-5900
Price Club 095 A ABC 006, [007]*, 008, 009 N Nokia 070, 080, 084, 085, 086 DVD-758 DVD-5910
Proscan 040, 044, 125 Archer 010, 011 P Philips 060 DVD-900 DVD-5910CI
Primestar 051 DVD-910 DVD-9000
Proton 035, 051, 092, 129 C Century 011
Citizen 011 Proscan 048, 055, 056 DVD-955 DVD-2500BT
Pulsar 042
Colour Voice 012, 013 R RCA 048, 055, 056, 068 DVD-1000 DVD-3800BD
Q Quasar 036, 037, 074, 141
Realistic 042 DVD-1200 DVM-715
R Radio Shack 011, 044, 063, 093, 118 Comtronic 014
DVD-1500 DVM-735
040, 044, 125, 130, 137, E Eastern 015 S Sierra I 036
DVD-1710 DVM-745
RCA Sierra g 036
151, 152 G Garrard 011 DVD-1720 DVM-1800
Realistic 014, 063, 093, 118 Gemini 030, 033, 034 Sierra III 036
DVD-1730 DVM-1805
S Saisho 027 General Instrument 030, 031, 032 Sony 049, 067 DVD-1740 DVM-1815
003, 015, 034, 053, 055, 057, STS1 043
Samsung 094, 095, 136, 153 H Hytex 006 DVD-1910 DVM-1835
STS2 044 DVD-1920 DVM-1845
Sansui 139 J Jasco 011
STS3 045 DVD-1930CI DVM-2815
013, 014, 021, 022, 063, 064, Jerrold 009, 016, 017, 026, 032
Sanyo SRS4 046 DVD-1940CI DVM-2845CI
081, 096
M Magnavox 018
DVD-2200 DVM-4800
SBR 015
Movie Time 019 T Technisat 077, 078, 079, 081, 082
DVD-2800
Schneider 015 Toshiba 047, 050
N NSC 019 DVD-2800g
Scott 062 Uniden 061
008, 014, 021, 022, 023, 024,
O Oak 000, 006, 020
[ ]* : Preset codes set upon shipment from the
Sears 025, 040, 052, 057, 062, 063, P Panasonic 001, 005
factory.
064, 065, 073, 075, 076, 097,
098, 125, 159
Philips 011, 012, 013, 018, 021 CD Player *[ ] : Les codes préréglés diffèrent en fonctiom
Pioneer 002, 003, 022 des livraison de l’usine.
Sharp 011, 012, 013, 026, 093, 099, A Aiwa 001, 035, 043
100, 104, 121 R RCA 029
B Burmster 002
Siemens 013 Regency 015
C Carvery 003, 035
Signature 045, 144 S Samsung 014, 023
D Denon [111]*, 044
Simpson 050 Scientific Atlanta 004, 024, 025
E Emerson 004, 005, 006, 007
Sony 043, 046, 138, 146, 150 Signal 014

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